《Solo Max-Level Newbie》 Prologue Prologue 79 attempts. 297 raid teams from various top guilds tried, failed, and were wiped out. And a total of 315,850 deaths. These numbers resulted from numerous failed attempts to climb to the 48th floor in the Tower of Trials. [Time Limit: 0h: 58m: 33s] The fading menu disy blinked, and the time remaining was getting shorter. [Howl''s Moving Castle: sigh no more challengers] [Don''t Know Anymore: That''s because even therge guilds gave up already. To be honest, a lot of people died.] [The Orange Tree Which Rhymes: The world is getting destroyed in an hour. They''re even including the countdown on the news.] [Feeling It Finally: What should we do on thest day? There''s a party going on in Hongdae right now. Maybe I should spend some money?] [Roon: Hahaha, I''m excited about what''s gonnae. Not once in my entire life was I able to talk to a woman. So unfortunate.] [Time Limit: 0h: 58m: 33s] [Current Viewers Online: 87] The chat window, which once had millions of users, now had less than 100 people remaining. That was a matter of course. This is because so many guilds have already given up after the numerous failures. Even those who had challenged the tower individually had long disappeared. Humanity was about to end like this without even reaching the next level. It was just as everyone shared those thoughts that Woong! A blue light appeared at the ce where humanity had long been cut off from. There was only one reason behind its appearance. [A challenger has appeared in the realm of ''Red Dragon Deathia'' on the 48th floor.] A man had appeared in the dungeon. His face couldnt be seen as he had used magic to distort his face. In one hand, he held a long dagger about 30cm in length. He was a yer. Howl''s Moving Castle: Ohhhhh! Climber 123: We still have people challenging it?! The Orange Tree Which Rhymes: The world is getting destroyed in an hour. They''re even including the countdown on the news. Roon: Wow, for real? Is it a challengering out in a situation like this? Front Vision and Blinking in the Back: I am back. Keyboard got confiscated for an hour The chat window once again became active. How long has it been since a new challenger appeared? The viewers who had remained without giving up hope burst into cheers at the very end. [Current Viewers Online: 7,588] In an instant, the news spread far and wide through social media, and people, who had only been waiting for death, came to join. Soon, all of the attention turned to the challenger Raw Cuttlefish Member 1: But who is it? I don''t think it''s a ranker? Orange Tree Which Rhymes: I can''t see the status window since it''s set to private. Climber 123: This is surely thest person. Is it because they''re a newbie trying to act out like a newbie at thest moment? Orange Tree Which Rhymes: That knife looks good for picking out coconuts. What does it mean when the item he''s using looks like a beginner''s weapon? ID Center: Look at the color! Color! At the words of one viewer, everyones eyes turned towards the dagger. It was a dagger dyed in obsidian. And at the tip of the handle It was purple. Red, orange, yellow, green, blue, brown, and purple. Seven colors. Purple was the highest grade, the highest level relic that could be obtained. Pound! Pound! The hearts of those watching this scene began to beat wildly. Here it was. The fossils which had rotted over and over again. --- Drrrr. At the appearance of the invader, the red dragon roared lightly in itsir. Its enormous body was at least 30 meters in height. Just standing in the face of it would make your hairs stand up. You humans do not know when to give up. Did youe back despite losing so many? Deathia looked at the intruder to itsir. Those arrogant eyes, it was as if every other living thing was below it. Of course, its arrogance was supported by its overwhelming strength. But I had to do some preparations to make a grilled lizard. But it still isnt toote, though. The man met the gaze very calmly. At the cheeky response, Deathia frowned. Even if death is equal to humans, do you not know that the pain of every persons death is different from anothers? Well, lets see if you can make that happen. Stop talking and just try. Fine. After all, there is no meaning in talking to such puny things. Deathia wed the air. ! The mans body then trembled as a high-ranking body bondage magic was activated. Such a futile ending. The dragons raised paw fell towards the mans head, making his body seemingly look smaller under itsrge shadow. At that moment, the front paw fellpletely. Thud! The ground below the dragons paw cracked, causing rocks to rise and bounce around. But, Hm? The familiar feeling that it should have felt below its paw was missing. That feeling of crushed bones and the moistness of human flesh. A close range attack after body bondage such an obvious pattern. It was then that the dragon heard the mans voice. This made no sense. The spell was still activated you stopped it? In that brief moment? Well, I knew what you nned to do with those gestures. Dont speak nonsense! Deathia raised itself to its full height. The heat from its body soared high, touching the cave ceiling. There will be no more coincidences. mes began to form inside its opened maw. Kukuku! The moisture in the air began to dry up, so much so that even the strongest of humanity might have turned to ashes. It was a power that only dragons possessed. As expected, Dragon Breath. The man mumbled. The reason that all the raids had continued to fail here was due to the challengers not being able to stop this fire. Kuku! It was a me that burned more fiercely than a normal fire. After a few moments, the dragons magic condensed in its mouth and was released Not even a trace of a humans body would remain/ There is nowhere you can escape. Deathias Breath would be able to torch the whole dungeon, though the man simply replied, I have no reason to avoid it. He hadnte here to run, nor did hee here to die. He was here to win. He was here to survive, go up to the next floor and see the end of this world. [Read ''Memories of the World''] The man was covered by a dazzling cloud of mist. It was an infinite library of skills. A library that contained the truth of this world. This was the mans ability. Take Hellfire and ck Tears. With those short words. Wheik! A fireball about 1m in diameter formed on his left hand. Drop! And a ck liquid dripped from the tip of his dagger. Howl''s Moving Castle: Hellfire? Am I seeing this right? That''s the European ranker''s, Maria, exclusive skill! ID Station: That ck liquid dripping from the dagger. That''s the skill that the 15th floor Wailing Witch had! Climber123: oh my. Was there a yer that could copy skills? Roon: So what does that mean? Does that mean S ss skills could be used when they be known? Front Vision and Blinking Back: I just thought that, but it looks as we expected. Military Girl: Oh, my precious time. Viewers who had connected immediately began to leave. Right, that was how it was. Hellfire or ck Tears. Nothing could surpass the dragons Breath. That was a fact proven through the failures of countless challengers. You foolish human. Did you believe in those skills ande out to face me? Deathia clicked its tongue. Right. It wouldnt be too difficult now. So. Lets Do it. The skill which is manifested in my left hand. Destroying Breath Fusing with the skill that manifested in my right hand. The resulting fusion would grant a skill of a higher level which would be able to cut through the dragons scales! The man dropped the ck Tears into the Hellfire. And at that moment. [Skill ''Hellfire'' (S) and the skill ''ck Tear'' (S) are fused.] The two skills merged into one and began to shine with a ck glow. [Fusion sessful.] You have acquired the ''Void Dragon Etherion''s Breath! (SSS)''! Kwakwakwang! A ck me that was utterly different from the Red Dragons Breath burned in his hand. A higher quality of magic. Apletely different heat. T-that! Deathia recognized it. There is no way it wouldnt know what that was. How could it not know? Etherion was an ancient species of dragon. And that was the strongest breath that an ancient dragon could use. Y. you! How can a mere human have that ability! Deathia stuttered. Its curiosity was beyond its fear, so it had to ask. Who the hell are you!? Just who!? In response to Deathias question, the young man finally replied. Kang Jin-hyuk. I was a nearly dead person. Worn out, exhausted, and eventually drained. And this isnt my first time killing you. At the same time, I was the only yer who had ever climbed to the top of this tower. Chapter 1: Top Of The Tower Chapter 1: Top Of The Tower Games that had gone to ruin. Often its because they werent fun or the bnce between the characters was broken. Or it was a game where the operation wasnt smooth. But there were other reasons too. Such as if the game was absurdly hard to clear. The virtual reality game [Tower of Trials] was precisely that. A year after its release, Korean gaming veterans, whose hobby was to make the lives of the games creators a mess, shed to reach the games end. They had given up eating and sleeping for 365 days. However, three years passed, and the yers began to realize. They realized that the game could not be cleared and that it was no exaggeration. A simple example? The Gate Guardian protecting the 10th floor was invincible Invincible. It meant that even if 100 people all fired off their best skills and used their best weapons, it would be futile. No, logically speaking, shouldnt at least one thing work? In addition, there was the 7th floor with arctic weather with average temperatures of minus 60 degrees Celsius, and your character froze within an hour. The 8th-floorbyrinth in which the whole path was more than 10,000 km. The game design wasnt fun. It was torture. Or perhaps it was a masterpiece made to fuck with the people of Korea. Because of that, the games poprity cratered. In other words, it was almost buried. Still, there were a handful of yers who challenged this damned hell of a game. And among them A young Korean man, Kang Jin-hyuk, was included. [You have conquered the 50th floor!] [Congrattions! You have cleared the Tower of Trials for the first time ever!] Is this for real? The 50th floor of the Tower of Trials. Jin-hyuk sighed as he felt emotions fill him. It was fun. Unlike the other yers, he never stopped attacking the tower. After you repeat a level enough times to memorize everything, that sense of aplishment. But, to actually manage to clear thest floor He was 17 when he first encountered virtual reality games. He was 27 now. Wow, almost 11 years passed by at the speed of light. Haha. Should I stop streaming? Although he was a Broadcast Jockey with a decent number of viewers, a BJ was still only a BJ. But Jin-hyuk shook his head. Seriously, no one would care if he turned off the broadcast now. Even the fixed viewers he had in the past began to go offline as he kept streaming the same thing for three months. Even now, if he tried to attract attention using the title of Boss Attack or 50th Floor, nobody woulde and watch because it was fromTower of Trials. But if I upload it to Viewtube, wouldnt a few people watch it? The result that came out after 10 minutes of editing was a nice-looking video. It was then. Tring! [Thank you very much for ying the game so far.] [The reboot update will be done in 12 hours, so please y it.] An administrator-only message. He thought they had given up on the game since no one had bothered tomunicate or manage it for 11 years. Thats surprising. Additionally, it is a reboot update. Did they find some oil fields in the desert to have that much money? He didnt understand the logic. There was no profit in doing this now dont bother thinking about it. They must be up to something. Because he had no intention of ying the game anymore, even if there was a reboot or whatnot. Besides, Jin-hyuk was thinking of making today thest day for BJ-ing. Even if he didnt have a family to support, he was almost 27. He cant continue just living on 500 dors a month. Ive got to tell the director I will take a break from exercising. He once had been told to aim to be a pro martial artist, but now money was more important than those kind of dreams. -jjy77: Jin! Jin! Jin-hyuk hi! -Eagle Owl: Oh, what is it? Youre up early today, too? As he turned on the broadcast, his 20 fixed viewers joined in. Chicken, pizza, cream prawns, and two bottles of beer were prepared on the desk. -Been On to Die for 25 Years Now: Look at you! -Best Mukbang: As expected, bros mukbang is the best. -Jin-hyuk on the Roll: Who do you think BJ Jin-hyuk is? -Coffindance: Hell eat the stable door after the horse, -Unemployed Viewer: Eat stones before leaping! -1person2chickens: Eat the lid and pot after licking the inside clean! Still, thanks to the small group of viewers, the broadcast continued. Dawn approached as theyughed, talked, drank alcohol, and ate snacks together. Ill have to tell them about this ending through a notice or a post tomorrow Right now, he couldnt spill it out. Right. Hell say it tomorrow. But Even Jin-hyuk himself didnt know. When he opened his eyes tomorrow, the world he knew would have changed forever. Chapter 2: Prelude Chapter 2: Prelude Throb! The hangover that came up strongly was apanied by a throbbing headache. Ugh Jin-hyuk held his temples as he got up from his bed. With a burning thirst in his throat, he ended up drinking 1 liter of ice water he had stored in the refrigerator. As the cold water washed down his throat, he felt his mind be more aware. Haa I might live now. The ramen was quite spicy, but he had to do something else now. First of all, I have to edit and upload the first view of the 50th floor I recorded yesterday before someone else uploads it. He hadnt seen the shadow of other yers since the 20th floor, so the odds of that happening were unlikely Still, because of human nature, nothing was certain. Click! Jin-hyuk turned on hisputer and tried to find the right music to apany him while he worked on his Viewtube video. But Uh? A Viewtuber that he frequently watched was broadcasting something live The Tower of Trials bes a reality! With The aggressive title wasmon in this industry to get viewers but to have over 300,000 viewers watching live. Something big seemed to have happened. Jin-hyuk moved his mouse. Pound! Pound! His heart was beating quickly inside his chest despite there being no reason to. The moment he clicked the video, everything changed. Click! As he tuned into the live stream, the audio began to fill his ears. [Wow! Bro! that! Do you see that? Everyone is watching this, right?] On hisputer screen, the Viewtuber was eximing loudly. Arge tower was visible on the screen. It really was something ridiculous. It was a tower in the middle of Seoul. The sight of which was all too familiar. [User Melon vored Watermelon had just reported that this tower was from a game called [Tower of Trials] released 11 years ago. Can you believe this? Uh? Wait!] Just then, the Viewtuber raised his hand, and the screen in the video began to turn red. It wasnt a sunset. Why would the sun start setting at 10 AM? No Jin-hyuk gulped. He knew what this was. It was an omen that appeared when he first yed [Tower of Trials]. [The first update of the reboot version of ''Tower of Trials'' has beenpleted.] The boundaries between reality and the virtual world were blurring. The reality was being shown on the screen in front of him. Then, at that exact moment, a blue status window flickered into existence in front of his eyes. Its started. [All yers; conquer the next level of the tower within 90 days.] The world that humanity once knew was falling apart. [[If you fail, humanity will perish.] Just like that, the game had be the worlds new reality. His mind was confused, feeling like aputer thatckedputational power, but Jin-hyuk still managed to gather his thoughts. Phew. Phew. Phew. He calmed his breathing and cooled his head. If [Tower of Trials] did be a reality, then hesitating here wasnt the right move. I need to hurry. Jin-hyuk got up from his chair in a rush, causing it to fall back, but he didnt have time to put it back upright. He had to go. Outside. To be precise, he needed to go where he could get that item. Jin-hyuk exited his door and sprinted out, his breath running out as he rushed down the stairs. But still. This excitement and anticipation didnt put him under any pressure or make him consider the difficulty. Rather He endured it. His heart warmed at the fact that he was running with a destination in mind rather than just on a treadmill. For how many minutes did he run? He soon arrived at the citys center, which was crowded with people. W-what is the fastest departure time to Busan? Shit! Busan or whatever, I cannot be in Korea! A foreign nation. I will go and live abroad. The tower popped up everywhere in the world. Where would you even go? Then where do we go? Whatever it is, not in Seoul! Have you ever seen that kind of movie? I am not stupid enough to remain here and die! Most of them were trying to escape from Seoul. They all must be feeling anxious. It was the innate instinct of all living things to feat the unknown. However, in a crisis, there was always opportunity. Now wasnt the time to run away but to press onwards. On the Korean server, this ce was selected as one of the ces [Outside the Tower]. If you added up all the spots across South Korea, there would be 30 spots. The reason he chose this ce out of all of them was because it was the closest. Jin-hyuk, who was looking down into the basement area, took the esctor down. [Entering the event area.] The basement was quiet. A tower had suddenly appeared, the sky had turned red, and the destruction of humanity was suddenly announced. No wonder no one was there to do business. There were even a few people there sitting around eating hamburgers. Of course. Not everyone was doing that. As expected. Jin-hyuk narrowed his eyes while looking at the dozens of people scattered around the fountain. He knew without asking any of them that they were people who had yed at least the early stages of the game. They all looked at each other in this silence, with not even a hint of conversation. Right, this was the way it would be. Items would soon appear here, but only in limited numbers. The total numbers that spawned would be around five or so. On the other hand, there were over 20 people here. Low supply and high demand. That meant that the majority wouldnt get an item. It was then You are Kang Jin-hyuk, right? A young mans voice addressed him from behind. I remember this voice? When Jin-hyuk turned his head, he saw a man around 180 cm tall with hair dyed yellow. Lee Jong-soo. To see this brat here. Haha. Right. You are Kang Jin-hyuk! You are here too! Even you ended up moving your body from staring at yourputer all day. Lee Jong-soo approached him with a grin. He was a Paprika TV partner BJ. He had around 500,000 subscribers on Viewtube and significant follower numbers on Instagram. He was one of those so-called good-looking popr types. At the same time, hes also the representative of thepany I belong to. Shouldnt you be in the middle of broadcasting right now? Jin-hyuk opened his mouth. Ah. In a situation like this, how could I even broadcast? Lee Jong-soo shrugged. What is this situation? Dont pretend like you dont know. You were pretty hardcore for this game. Tell me more. How many floors did you end up conquering? Lets not hide things as colleagues from the same industry and stick together. Colleagues? Did he say colleagues? Jin-hyuk felt like he had been hit on the head with a hammer. He still remembered what this trash said to him once. Thepany this bastard founded deceived various BJs with unfair contracts. They had promised BJs support with editors and various content fees, but it was all lies. Since the contract ripped off around 60% of the BJs total revenue, the more diligent you broadcasted, the more you lost. There were even protests, but nothing worked. Its because this bastard had the most famousw firm in Korea behind him. The contracts were written and signed with mutual consent. Ultimately, the BJs could only act like ves and ended their broadcasts with tears. Colleagues. Friends who rose with him from the bottom. One by one, they all left him. You are good at games. I know that your mukbangs go well too. I will make the terms of contracts a bit better, okay? Lee Jong-soo patted Jin-hyuk on the shoulder. Disgusting. Not a single word being said had any worth. Lee Jong-soo. Yah. Yah. You cannot call the representative of thepany you work for with their name. Ah. Right. He was the CEO right? He had realized that with every step of his life in this world. Only bad people continued to live well. Additionally, in order to not be their victims, you had to be even more vicious and cruel. Those are the two things that humans need to know. If you are the CEO, then act like one. Then I will call you CEO. What? Lee Jong-soos expression changed, and Jin-hyuk continued. Dont remember? You handed a business card to a female BJ that ended with you kicking at the crying girl and screaming while causing a scene, right? It was a pity that only Jin-hyuk saw that. He should have made a video of it. And was that all? You said you wouldnt give up and stalked her address and her home, and when reported, you were brought to the police station and warned. Ha, a fucking bastard you are. If it were me, I would have died from shame. Y-You are you insane?! I can bury you so far that youd never get to be a BJ again! Lee Jong-soo grabbed Jin-hyuk by the cor I am sorry, but Ive retired since yesterday. And Dont be rude, you fucking bastard. I am older than you. Kwang! Jin-hyuk hit Lee Jong-soo in the face with his head. Kuak! Lee Jong-soo moved back with broken teeth and blood dripping from his mouth. So cool. It felt like something that had gone missing for ten years was fixed instantly at seeing that tooth fly. Ugh Jin-hyuk grabbed his face, but it was only for a short moment. The time hase for it to appear. The very moment he thought that. Kukukuku! Drops of water rose violently from the fountain, making the people wonder why a calm water fixture would shake like that. Puak! A 4-meter-tall tree rose from the fountain. Finally, it appears. Ohh! The mangrove! As expected, I knew I was right. The people that had been waiting there all spoke. [The ''Mangrove of Greed'' appears] [One fruit can be consumed by one person.] It was one of the skills that could be attained even before entering the Tower of Trials. Jin-hyuk looked at the fruits hanging from the tree. The fruits, all ripe enough to eat, had the effect of raising strength, agility, stamina, and magic stats. They were good items. That was an undeniable fact. But the problem was The number. All in all, theres just four 24 people were waiting there, so thepetition ratio was 6:1. Jin-hyuk bit his lower lip. Its gonna be pretty intense. The advantage of raising your stats during the early stages was a factor that must not bepromised upon. M-Mine! Dont make meugh! It is mine! Kuaaak! Everyone rushed for the tree. Somehow, no matter what they had to do, they had to get it before others. Soon, the Central City Underground devolved into chaos as people scrambled over each other to climb the tree. D-damn it! I am sote! Lee Jong-soo took a deep breath. As he had said, he hade toote to the fountain. Step! E-enough! Someone had already picked one fruit and put it in their mouth. Sooner orter, the rest of the fruits would end up in someones mouth. Itll be a win-win if a fruit is cut in half and shared with me! Lee Jong-soo yelled, but Jin-hyuk didnt respond. There was no need to. In the first ce, this wasnt what he was aiming for. It isnt time yet. Ordinary yers would only know about the fruits. Those who yed the game just a few times would aim for the fruits. And then they would take it. Instead, the perverted, sadistic yers who enjoyed the process would know that there was more. The reason was simple. The bigger reward was still yet toe. Finally, the fruits all disappeared. Right as thest fruit was consumed. Kiiik. The tree howled. Since all the fruits had been taken away, everyone who had been there for them began running away in panic. R-right. It was dangerous to eat all the fruits! Damn it! It was so long ago that I forgot it! Uh, ahhhh! Bail right now! I have died 50 times here! People who realized the seriousness of the situation began to run away. They had to withdraw now. There was no chance a level 1 yer without a weapon could defeat this tree. Um Lee Jong-soo also staggered and got up. Are you giving up? Jin-hyuk asked. O-of course! Everyone knows theyll get killed in this ce. Is that so? That is sad. The real reward for this eventes when all the fruits get eaten. Lee Jong-soo, who was walking away, went stiff. Are you telling the truth? If it was a lie, would I be standing here? Lee Jong-soo turned his head. He had noticed that Jin-hyuk hadnt been too interested in the fruits. Was this the reason? If you assumed that there was a bigger reward, then it made sense. There is no way it is a lie because he is someone who yed this game a lot. Ignoring any potential dangers, this chance was too sweet to pass up. Assuming what you said is true. What are we to do? Dig into it. Jin-hyuk pointed at the tree. If we moved individually, we would be easy targets, so we need to approach it from the sides. You mean to distract the gaze. Exactly that. The other people were already escaping, and only the two men were left in the basement. Keep in mind that if either of us hesitates, our lives will be in danger. Jin-hyuk lowered his body and moved to the right. Dont worry. I yed this game a couple times too. Lee Jong-soo moved to the left, and the two squatted in wait. At that moment, Now! Jin-hyuk gave the signal. In an instant, the tree moved to Jin-hyuk. But Lee Jongo-soo didnt get up. He only showed his white teeth with a smile. Fucking dumbass. Did you think I would listen to you? Go and be bait for me. And then I will get the treasure. Tak! And he then ran to the center of the tree. At that, Jin-hyuk thought. thank god this fuckers character didnt change If he had done anything out of character, I would have felt so upset, Then, with a roar. Kwang! In an instant, a tree trunk hidden in the fountain jumped up. Chapter 3: Mangrove Tree Of Greed Chapter 3: Mangrove Tree Of Greed S-save me! Lee Jong-soo begged for his life, but Jin-hyuk coldly said. Why should I? If you want to, file awsuit with that splendidw firm behind you. W-wait kuak! Kuaak! Clench! Crunch! The tree trunk crushed Lee Jong-soo with tremendous pressure, and the man who did such vile things died just like that. And I felt no remorse. Looks like even trash can be of help in times like these. Everyone else had already run away. Now I can take it slow. Tak! As most of the trees branches were now upied with absorbing nutrients, Jin-hyuk took the chance to leap towards the tree. Of course. Swish! Not all of the branches were upied. With a speed that audibly cut through the air, the tree aimed two of its tree trunks towards Jin-hyuk. Of course, if he got caught, he would end up just like Lee Jong-soo, a crushed corpse that served as nothing but a fluid sack. Jin-hyuk tilted his head. It isnt difficult to avoid this. The tree trunks that cut through the air collided with each other. Pap! The wood shattered. 35 degrees to the right. 22 degrees to the left. The exact angles and direction There was no deviation from what he had experienced many times before in the game. Movements at perfect timing. Instead of hitting him, the tree branches attacking Jin-hyuk prated the mangrove trees main body. Jin-hyuk smiled. Thats right. Finding this kind of exact path to make it attack itself was the most difficult thing to do. Gooooo! The mangrove of greed let out a heavy groan. Why are you acting like you are feeling so much pain when you can barely feel anything, to begin with? The trees bulkiness was a distraction. Anyone who saw it would eventually know that you could just pour oil and set it on fire. Jin-hyuk then grabbed a piece of wood that had fallen on the ground. Why dont I tie you up, and we can quietly pass the time? This was an event-based encounter, so there would be no experience points. At most, youd have a day one induction into the Hall of Fame. It would be more effective to get what you need than fight to the death. Gooooo! The mangrove roared again. The meaning behind its roar was impossible to know, but it clearly didnt like what was happening. It cannot be helped. If that was the case, lets just knock it down. Jin-hyuk used the sharp part of the wood he was holding to point at it. [Mangrove Tree of Greed uses the skill Vampire Vine!] Woong! Woong! Dozens of the trees vines moved at the same time. No matter how skillful he was, it would be impossible to avoid all of them. But changing their directions a little It will be possible. With that thought, Jin-hyuks eyes narrowed. At the same time, he moved the piece of wood in his hand to match the timing of the vines flying toward him. Kagak! The tree vine that passed by brushed past the stick that was stuck to the ground. Starting with that one. Puak! The real fight began. While holding the 30 cm-long wood in his hand Step. Jin-hyuk walked onwards. Kwakwakwakwang! As the distance narrowed, the trees perceived speed of attack increased. Puak! It was a tug of war where a single mistake was not allowed. Jin-hyuk countered each of the trees attacks. The rhythm I need to ride it. You just had to find a unique breathing pattern and adapt to the trees movement. There was no need to be scared. There was no reason for him to be scared because he had repeated this too many times. Eventually, the distance was reduced to just 1 meter. Now with just one leap, he could put his hand inside. Ba-dump! Ba-dump! He could feel the trunks surface pounding. Through the holes on the trunk, he could see a human heart. Its weakness. But then. Woong! Something flew out all at once from among the branches. Butterflies. Thousands of blue butterflies. The sight of them flying through the air as they threw out a glittering powder was something to behold. Huh! Jin-hyuk stopped breathing. Sleeping Butterfly. They were monsters who used sleeping dust as a defense mechanism. Since the effect quickly appeared as it entered the respiratory system, there were many times that he had been helpless when trying to deal with this. But in other words, as long as he didnt breathe, he wouldnt be affected by it. Jin-hyuk took a deep breath and went for the main body of the mangrove. A piece of wood moved towards him in a counterclockwise direction Puak! And pierced the heart of the mangrove. Kaaaa! A scream of pain split the air and caused the branches to sway in all directions as Jin-hyuk forced the wood deeper inside. Puak! Puak! After a while, the trees screaming stopped, and it ceased to move. Finally, he defeated the tree. Phew! Jin-hyuk let out a long sigh. He was sweating and gasping for air, and his heart continued to pound. Everything he just did made him feel alive. Haaa. To think that the repeated patterns and timing study I did ended up working out like this. Suddenly, he felt grateful for everything he had done till now. [The first ''Mangrove Tree of Greed'' has been defeated.] A status window with a congrattory message appeared. Ah, right. Come to think of it, I must be the first in the world. And the story [Your achievement will be recorded in the ''Hall of Fame'' for one day from tomorrow] [Please input the yer''s name.] Again, this thing came. A system that asked for personal information in order for you to get inducted into the Hall of Fame came like a beggar. I have no name. Everything will be kept private. Jin-hyuk answered without another thought. The fact that it asked for personal information disclosure was a system specification. If this achievement became known, the yer would get all kinds of attention. [Name unknown, the yers face will be censored, and voice will be adjusted.] The system wouldnt bepletely confidential. I guess this means Ill just have topromise by hiding just who I am for now. Of course, it wasnt like he wouldnt get reced right away. In these early stages, it was unavoidable. But it is better than back then. At the peak of his junior high school career, he entered the Hall of Fame with the appearance of a barbarian wearing a coat and a cigar in his mouth. The sun is going down This was all just a lucky situation. If it had been a game yed by many more people, he would have been stuck here for a longer time. Damn it. Lets forget it. Just thinking about it, he wanted to kick the tree a dozen more times. Lets just do whatever I feel like. Jin-hyuk bit his tongue as he searched through the cracks of the dead tree. Something caught his finger. It was a small green pill about 1 cm in size. [You have acquired the essence of ''Tree Orb.''] Finally! Jin-hyuks lips turned into a smile. If each fruit increased strength, agility, stamina, and magic by +3, then the Tree of Orb gave bonus stats of 12. Considering that each level up only gave around 3 stat points, its equal to leveling up four times in one go. Insane. Honestly, there had never been a better value for money than this item. Even if he looked all the way up to the 50th floor, there was none better. Gulp! Jin-hyuk popped the orb into his mouth. He could feel warm energy spread through his stomach. Now, lets see if it is perfectly absorbed. Jin-hyuk activated the status window. Name: Kang Jin-hyuk Gender: Male Age: 27 Level: 1 Strength 5 Agility 6 Stamina 7 Magic 5 Unassigned Stat Points: 12 upation: None Unique Ability: None Skill: None Level 1. But with 12 free stat points The strongest level 1. There was no other way to express it. Has it been an hour or so? A message popped up on the [Tower of Trials] Hall of Fame, which said that the Mangrove of Greed was in for the first time. Videos rted to it will update in the next 10 minutes. The Korean servers bulletin board, which had been bereft of yers for a long time, began to get crowded. 4Dor: Phew! Did anyone die? Red Hare PC Room: Absurd. That tree, could it even be killed in the first ce? In the past, when I yed the game with a clenched fist, I couldn''t help but give up after 100 tries. Babambam: How the hell did someone kill that thing? Rabbit Pwincess: I guess it was someone who died a lot in the game for the past 11 years, a game that everyone else quit after just a year. Rabbit: Must be luck or something. That guy must be a weird one. There''s no normal way to take down that tree! Fekk91: Exactly! Lovepack7: 2222222 Jaisenberr: 33333 Comments came flooding in. Except for a fewments at the beginning, most of the reactions were ridiculous. They were calling it luck or an exploit. Most thought it had to be one of the two, but their tone soon changed. [The video has been updated.] Thementers doubtful reactions changed instantly as soon as the video was uploaded. They had no choice but to do so. Because they saw the entire thing with their own eyes. kdc123: Wow. Jaisenber: Hehehe Fekk91: I have nothing to say. Heir to Throne: Honestly, isn''t that enough? Is that even a human moving? Babamba: Look at that piece of wood. Captain America seems to be on a trip to Korea. Rabbit Pwincess: I can only admire him. Insane. Insane. I also yed up to the 7th floor, but looking at this, it''s just great. Even if I die and wake up 100 times, I might not be able to do what he did. There were good and bad reactions, but the general response from those who saw the video was the same. Kingsman: I am Park Hosik, Director of Ohsung Semiconductors. 1 billion as a contract fee and 100 million won every month. J Dragon: I will give the same money too, so please contact me when you see this. F nk Sheet is Right: I am gathering a team right now Even thements that were begging to work together werent dull. Jin-hyuk savored the feelings he felt as he read all these. Was it that great? Of course, it wasnt something simple to beat the Mangrove of Greed at level 1. Well, usually anyway. It isnt that surprising. Ah well. Most other yers didnt y through the mid-tote stages of the tower, so that was maybe why. Because of that, theycked a lot of information. Jin-hyuk smiled bitterly. But, 100 million Seeing such an unrealistic amount, his past came to mind. A life that was difficult to put into words. Even paying rent had been dyed many times. There were many times he had to starve just to prepare for a mukbang. He would have taken it without a second thought if that money had been offered just a day earlier. But now. Even if you gave him a billion won, he had no intention of sharing what he knew. Money isnt important. Right. That wasnt important anymore. Jin-hyuk searched for the National Museum of Korea on his mobile phone. It was arge museum located in Yongsan, Seoul. In the games setting, overflowing magic had spread throughout Seoul in the aftermath of the Tower of Trials appearance. Most things werent affected much, but there were major changes when it came to relics. Historical relics that were outside of the tower transformed into holy relics. And it wasnt just that simple as the genuine relics with mythical power were inside the tower. What he was talking about were the replicas. In other words, a duplicate version. This is where you can find the most replicas. The National Museum of Korea was like a treasure trove. But that was also the problem. The main point was that he wouldnt be the only one aiming for this. Unlike the mangrove trees that appeared in seven ces in Seoul alone, there was only one such museum. This meant that people from all over the city would converge to look for relics. And, of course, there would be those who would die there. I need to start getting ready. Jin-hyuk shoved his phone into his pocket. He moved in the darkness of the night once all of the gathered spectators had disappeared. Jin-hyuk stopped by an E-mart located in Yongsan station. There was still time to shop there before the night got darker. Where can I find it? Korean paper to use would be good. About five 30-cm long items were put into the cart. Is this enough? They are a bit disappointing for a weapon, but perhaps they would be useful in other ways. At best, a hammer would be a nice weapon too. Jin-hyuk pushed the cart and headed to the checkout counter. At the same time, breaking news about the tower showed on the TV. [The government is now actively investigating the situation] [The president convened all ministers for a meeting, including the Minister of Defense, this afternoon] [experts in each area are being called.] However, trying toe up with countermeasures was useless. Trying to impose logic and reason into the supernatural was a futile effort. Jin-hyuk looked out the window. He could see the sun setting over the mountains. The day was over, and the night wasing. Chapter 4: National Museum Of Korea (1) Chapter 4: National Museum Of Korea (1) sh! Jin-hyuk lightly stroked the tip of his finger. Immediately, droplets of blood began flowing down. If it had been just a day ago, this wouldnt have meant anything other than a red liquid flowing out from the body. But it was different now. Because now the blood itself had magic and was a medium that could make various spells and magics a reality. Its been a while since Ive cast a barrier that distorted space. It wasnt an official barrier spell that could be used inside the tower, but activating it still wasnt easy. Jin-hyuk ces his finger on the piece of Korean paper. Shh. Dtrquo. The Latin word written out in blood gave off a subtle glow. Great. It is done. Next is the eastern entrance. Jin-hyuk wrote down the words to create a barrier to cover the four cardinal directions at the museums entrances. The northern entrance was thest. Woong! A transparent curtain covered the entire museum. [The barrier ''Immature Dimensional Break'' is activated!] [View is being distorted.] [Noise is reduced by 70%] If he had better mediums, the adjective Immature could have been removed from the effects. The items he had purchased from the local mart were too mundane, so there was a limit to what kind of magic he could do. Still, this isnt too bad. In addition to distorting the view of the museum, it also reduced any noise made inside it. At the very least, it would be enough to prevent the police from interfering. Jin-hyuk got up and stretched his hands and feet. This reminds me of the old days. The first time he had entered the museum in-game, there had been so muchmotion because no one could put up a barrier. The whole thing became a nightmare when dozens of police cars came to the museum, resulting in a bounty ced on his head for three weeks. A memory he couldnt forget even if he wanted to. If possible, I hope that the other people who were with me forget it at least Well. He would have to check it now and see if the barrier worked. [You have entered the event area] As soon as he entered the room, the thick smell of blood stung his nose. As I thought The world had changed, and so did the people in it. But The gap between expectations and reality was more than expected. He saw a guard syed out on the floor. Blood was all around him, and it was clear that it was toote to help him. We have a guest here. He wasnt alone. Because the wounds on the corpse came from three different weapons. He could guess what they were after. It must be the relics stored in the Middle Age Customs Exhibit. More urately, it was something that everyone who broke into this ce wanted. The Great Map of the East Ind. A map made by Kim Jeong-ho. Of course, it wasnt that the people wanted to see how South Korea looked. The relics true worth only appeared when magic was infused into it. With some magic, the old map would disy information about the Tower of Trials instead. Therefore, it was an item everyone wanted. Think about it, who wouldnt want to know where thebyrinths and ruins were? Who wouldnt want to covet such an information source if allthe items and monsters were disyed on it? Although the information it contained was limited to the first ten floors, it was still enough of a treasure to shine bright in anyones eyes. Jin-hyuk smiled. Right. Everyone wanted it. You wouldnt know that the relics of real importance are hidden in the mud. Puak! Puak! Crack! Kuaaak! You fucking brat! Let go! It is mine! Screams and shouts mixed with each other in the museums halls. The chaotic voices echoed outside the broken disy cases with relics scattered all around. It was right then Stop moving. Do not move! It was a man in a ck suit with a side-facing ponytail. He was a muscr man in his early 30s. Everyone who moves from now will die in my hands. The same routine threats continued. Naturally, none of it worked. Piss off. No one heres gonna be fooled by such a thing. Wiggle one toe, and I will break your leg. People around the man also held out their own weapons. It was as if they could kill for the sake of the relics. I. am Oh Hyung-sok of the Dragon Head gang. Although gangs had almost disappeared from modern Korea, there was one that hadnt vanished, the Dragon Head. But Puahahaha! A gangster for real! Ahhh! So scared. If youre a gangster, then try putting a knife into this stomach. The sarcasm didnt stop. Right. As I thought, words dont work. Oh Hyung-sok clenched his fist. And Bulge His arms began to swell up as he used a unique ability that turned his body as hard as a rock. It was Petrification. Only then did the sarcastic remarks stop. U-Unique ability already? T-that is dangerous Everyone flinched as they stepped back. A unique ability was something that only bloomed through a special skill. It wasnt something just anyone could deal with. The atmosphere in the museum shifted. The map belongs to me. Oh Hyung-sok looked around. It was clearly a way to show off his power, but then Huhu. I cannot agree with that. An old man began to walk up behind him, making Oh Hyung-sok angry. Old man. Do you not see me? My name isnt old man. Its Min Jung-woo. It means to live with affection and friendship. Who the fuck cares what your name means? You need to understand what kind of ce youve stepped into. I can break your neck and twist it as easily as a chickens. You see, my young friend, you have a bad mouth. A tongue as sharp as a knife. Tch tch. Min Jung-woo clicked his tongue with a bitter expression. It was for a short moment as his bitter expression was followed by the words, But would it be faster for you to try to break my neck? Or would burning you into a piece of coal be quicker? Wheik! A ball of fire zed atop Min Jung-woos palm. A unique ability to wield the element of fire. Ma gic? Right. It was magic. Oh Hyung-soks eyes shook. But he couldnt escape. The fireball moved quickly from Min Jung-woo and engulfed Oh Hyung-soks body. Kwakwakwang! Kiaaaak! Oh Hyung-soks body twisted in pain. S-save me! Help me please! Both his arms were as solid as rocks, but the rest of his body was still made of soft flesh. Petrification could not help as his body burned in the fire. Kuaaa. His screams didntst long. Only a ckened husk was left behind with a wisp of smoke. Oh my, fire magic is really unfair. It was a good thing that I joined hands with you. A short-haired woman next to Min Jung-woo said in appreciation. Miss Lee Yuri. Take it. Dont worry. If anyone else interferes, I will handle everything. Lee Yuri then ced the ck statue that she had been holding in her hands on the floor. Kukuku. The statue began to grow in size, its figure was that of a jackals head atop a human body. It was the Incarnation of Anubis, a special exhibit from Egypt. Grrr Lee Yuris Anubis stretched out its long spear in front of him. Anyone who moves from now will be regarded as an enemy. Do you get it? Ill order him to chew your heads off. Lee Yuri smiled brightly. With the appearance of a monster that was easily 2 meters tall, no one even thought of moving. Besides, there were also two Awoken people who developed special abilities here. A wizard and summoner. Both were formidable opponents. Damn it. What kind of things had to happen for it to turn out like that? Theyre Awakened people already. I am going to give up on the map. Just take all of it! They couldnt lift a single finger because moving meant death. But Step. Someone walked past the crowd of scared people. Crack. The sound of feet stepping on the grass could be heard clearly. You there, dude who lost his fear. Do I look like I am joking? Lee Yuris expression turned cold. Grrr! The jackals legs moved. However, the man ignored Lee Yuris warning. Oh my. You people made a mess of this ce. Do people no longer have any basic manners when touching ancient pieces of art? Jin-hyuk picked up a picture that had fallen to the ground and brushed the dirt off it. I am d this didnt break. If the items were damaged too severely, then they couldnt be used. Fortunately, this item escaped that fate. If you move I said that you would die. Did you not hear me?! Lee Yuri shouted out in anger and, at the same time Woong! The Incarnation of Anubis leaned its body back and threw its spear. To be precise, it was more of a javelin. The thrown projectile cut through the air with a terrifying explosive sound as it moved several times faster than sound. But before the spear could reach its target. Kwang! Jin-hyuk punched aside the flying javelin with his fist. The spear spun in the air and fell harmlessly to the ground. Insane! W-what did he just do? He just knocked that spear out of the way. No, but how does this make sense? He didnt avoid it but hit it instead? He hit a spear made of steel wouldnt it be normal if his fist got crushed instead? The people watching were all shocked. I dont know how good my stats are right now, so I had no choice but to react like that. A yer who ate the fruit from the Mangrove of Greed would gain 3 additional stat points. On the other hand, he had a whopping 12 more stat points. What are you gonna do now? Looks like your dogs only weapon is gone? Jin-hyuk shrugged while looking at Lee Yuri. Who? Who said there is just one statue? Lee Yuri pulled four more statues from her bag. This kid. How the hell did she steal so many? She was using relics that she had borrowed from other nations to disy that she had power. You will get scolded by the Pharaoh. Is this the time to joke around? He wasnt kidding, though. It was written that touching the relics of Egypt would bring down something akin to a curse. The kind of curse where the ursed would suffer excruciating pain. [Holy Relic Incarnation of Anubis (replica) is manifesting!] Kukukuku! Grrrr Kuaaaa! Grrrng! Kung! Kung! Four more so-called incarnations of Anubis appeared. They were armed with a sword, shield, spear, mace, and halberd and had their teeth bared. So? Think you can still joke around? Lee Yuri wore a smile as she showed off all her cards. Very good. I am quite surprised. Considering that it was tough to maintain control over the magic when summoning just one, being able to summon five wasnt an easy feat. Even the old man with his magic was exceptional. Surprisingly, there seemed to be skilled people around. quite surprised? Lee Yuris eyes twitched at those words. Right. Exactly between quite surprised and a little surprised. Dont act pretentious with me. I know that anyone would want to run away now. You think so? Actually, that was just what any normal person would see. Then. Lets show his card now. Let them judge if this was a lie or not. Jin-hyuk opened the paper in his hand. [Magic has been infused into the sacred relic of ''Pine and Tiger (replica)''] [The King of Mountain Appears!] [Era: Joseon] [Identity: Unknown] All that was known was that it was the most feared being of a certain era. Kooooooo! A tiger manifested itself from the piece of paper and roared loudly. The air shook with the sound of its roar. Roar! It was at least 3 meters tall, and its muscles rippled as it moved. An indescribable feeling of intimidation shone from its bright yellow eyes. N-No. way. Lee Yuri bit her lips. It wasnt just materializing, but he made the original appear. Until now, various uses for relics had been discovered, but she had never heard of such a method to use one. Aside from that, this magic Shudder! The feeling of the magic on her skin felt distinctly different. It was different from just transforming stone statues into giant monsters. The painting depicted the power of the tiger that ruled over the mountain in a long past era. The entirety of the feeling of that power reproduced. 5 to 1 Nosess. The thought of winning didnt even register itself in her mind. There is no such thing as a desert jackal attacking a mountain lion. Jin-hyuk stroked the tiger on its head. Chapter 5: National Museum Of Korea (2) Chapter 5: National Museum Of Korea (2) Tap! Tap! You need to eat. Jin-hyuk tapped the tiger twice on its back. And, Kuaaak! A giant monster was smashed to the ground as the distance between the tiger and the jackals narrowed. Tear! The bodies of the jackals were torn apart like paper. Truly an overwhelming force. Eik! ! Like ants climbing the back of a dinosaur, all five incarnations of Anubis were destroyed without even being able to fight back. Tremble! Lee Yuris body continued to tremble. T-this cannot be. My summons was helpless This was absurd. She had been sure that she was the strongest here. She thought it would be a matter of course that she would get the map too. Why? She wasnt sure where that confidence hade from either. What was certain was that the man in front of her was beyond her imagination. You. How many floors have you climbed the tower? Well. How many floors do you think? No way. You couldnt have gone beyond 20, right? Jin-hyuk didnt answer. 21st. 22nd maybe 23rd floor? Lee Yuri continued to ask. It was cute that she only went up one floor with each guess. Just the 20th floor would make her go crazy, so how would she react if he said he had reached the 50th? Will she faint with foam in her mouth? He was curious but decided to wait for another time. I dont think this is the time to ask which floor I went to? Jin-hyuk approached Yuri, and she trembled. W-will you kill me? I have no interest in killing scared newbies. No, you are a newbie too. I too am..! Right, right. I know. Among the relics obtained from the Egyptian side, give me the Mask of Tutankhamun. At his words, her eyes widened. It is useless in Korea. Where are you going to use it? You dont have to know it. If you dont want to enter the belly of a tiger, give it to me. Jin-hyuk nced at the tiger next to him Grrrr It had chewed up the jackals and came to them with blood still around its lips. She was afraid that the tiger would haunt her dreams that night. I- will give it to you! I will give it. Reluctantly, Lee Yuri pulled out the mask from within her bag. It was a pharaohs mask made in gold. [You have acquired the relic (replica) ''Mask of Tutankhamun.''] Nice. Following the relic he had obtained from the museums first floor beforeing here, this was now the second that he had secured. Are you also after the map? Map? Right. That was in here. He didnt pay much attention to it, so he forgot. It only had information up to the 10th floor on it. Well, right. Jin-hyuk smiled and patted the tiger on the back for thest time. Guard this ce. Let no one follow me. Roar! The tiger guarded the entrance of the stairway to the next floor. Then. Lets go. Jin-hyuk walked up the stairs and went to the next floor. This is really surprising. Min Jung-woo was waiting there with a surprised look as he walked up. He didnt think that someone would break through Lee Yuri. However, it was the same with the other person. Why are you here without entering inside? Min Jung-woos purpose must have been the Great Map of the East Ind. He didnt understand why he was waiting here. I wanted to do it, but someone put a barrier on it. Min Jung-woo extended his hand into the air. Tung! His hand was bounced back by an invisible force. Doesnt matter if I use a physical or magical attack. Nothing goes through. Its the first time Ive seen such a barrier. Well, that was as expected. It is a 1 Star Barrier. Oh. You know about this? Well Unlike the barrier he had set up around the museum, this was real. It was a barrier created using a skill. Jin-hyuk narrowed his eyes. Right, it is here. He knew a yer who often used such an ability. There were too many of them in the game. Jin-hyuk, who had fallen into thought, said I know how to destroy it, but. But? You will have to use fire magic constantly. That way, the barrier will weaken. How long? Until I go and get all the relics needed for it ande back. Hahaha. So I use magic outside the barrier while you go inside? He had understood it correctly. He wanted to tell him, you did a good job. I understand that you dont want to believe me, but this is the only way. The day will be bright soon, the sun wille up, and we cannot all go out empty-handed, right? Entering the academy for credibility buting out after earning nothing would be the worst oue. Of course, I will yield the map. I have something else I need. Min Jung-woo kept his mouth shut. Which path to choose? Thoughts churned in his head. However, no matter how hard he thought about this, there was no other conclusion. He had no other choice but to believe. It would be awkward for Min Jung-woo, but what more could he do? This was the only way. You will surely hand the map over? Yes. I also do not want to remain hostile to the magic user with a unique ability. Iget it. I trust you. In the end, Min Jung-woo made his decision. Please do not rest and keep hitting it. Otherwise, Ill get stuck in there. I will try my best. Jin-hyuk stood in front of the barrier and then found its weakest point. It was a ce where the flow of magic was slightly odd. Here. carpo. A Latin word written in blood shone lightly. Now! Wheik! At Jin-hyuks words, Min Jung-woo began to cast fire. After a few moments, the hot me quickly heated the barriers surface. Jjjj! A crack began to form in the middle of the barrier. Yes! Jin-hyuk entered the barrier. H-hurry. Min Jung-woo was already breaking out in a sweat. Sure. He needed to make an effort anyway. On my own, that is. Unlike the lower floor, the exhibition hall on this floor hasnt been touched. No. To be exact, one thing had changed. The task is done, and they seem to have left. Jin-hyuk looked at the empty case. The showcase had contained an iron sword with the words Qianlong engraved on it until just a few moments ago. It didnt matter that people had been fighting downstairs. The person had secured what was needed and left. Indeed, still not willing to take even the smallest risk. Skipping the most delicious meal? Still, even that person wouldnt know that what he took from this ce was just a second-ss relic. I remember it being here Jin-hyuk walked between the cases and stopped in front of one in particr. A round, circr relic made of rusted iron. The Sangpyeong Tangbo, coins from the Joseon era. They were created during the Joseon era and used as currency until the end of that period. Of course, they were more than just simple coins now. I finally found it. Jin-hyuk smiled. The unique ability made for him. And thest piece of the puzzle that he needed. Finally, he had everything in hand, but as he thought that W-what are you doing now!? Min Jung-woo shouted at him from the outside. What am I doing? Why are you stopping at the wrong spot without securing the map right away? Wait a minute. It doesnt have feet to move. After I get what I want, I will bring it up to you. Dont disturb such a good moment! Jin-hyuk sat down. The relics from the museum wereid out on the floor. Mask of Tutankhamun (B) What was needed here was the part that corresponded to the right eye. Clench! He touched the part with the eye, then ced it inside the Persian Ceremonial Mold (E). [Two relics are reacting] A short text. It was a text that only came up when the correct relics came into contact simultaneously. The words also meant he could push further but needed to pay a reasonable price. Tap! Jin-hyuk dropped the Sangpyeong Tangbo (D), all 15 coins into the mold. Right. Woong! He could feel arge amount of energy flowing from the mold. [Three relics are reacting!] [You have seeded in fusion!] [You have acquired the relic'' Eye of Truth (SS)''] [Eye of Truth Acquisition difficulty: SS [Description: You can view the status window of other people. Able to determine whether or not what the subject said was true or false (3 times per day).] Sess! Ba-dump! Jin-hyuks heart was beating loudly. There were 5 Eyes in this world. Among them, the Eye of Truth was considered the best. The eyes had the special ability to tell whether or not other people were telling the truth up to three times a day. It was indeed a deceptive item. However, it wasnt the acquisition of the relic which made him feel so excited. It was because he knew that a greater reward would follow from this. [You have sessfully fused through the worst probability] [You have achieved a considerable performance] [You have acquired the unique ability ''Fusion (Overrank)''!] Fuse 3 B grade replicas to make an S grade or higher item. That was the condition to get the unique ability of Fusion. And Of the countless relics and items, there was only one case where thatbination worked. It was just a case of merging these three relics. [Unique ability ''Fusion'' Acquisition Difficulty: Unmeasurable (Overrank) Description: Bypleting certain quests, you can store other people''s unique abilities and skills in the ''Memory of the World'' and create high-level abilities using those stored there.] However, the difficulty of conditions to copying those abilities increased rapidly, with a chance that some conditions might even be modified. The ability to copy and save the numerous skills which existed in this world. The stored abilities could even be fused further to make more powerful skills. This was the reason and purpose for hising here today. Phew. Jin-hyuk sighed. He had been preparing all evening to get these two items, and thankfully, it had gone smoothly. At that time. Look here! I dont know what you are doing but do it quickly I cannot hold for long! Min Jung-woo gritted his teeth and shouted. Now his face was turning pale. A side effect of magic depletion. Well. Lets see what I need to do to copy the old mans abilities? [Copy Condition: Min Jung-woo has always worn a mask to hide his emotions. Let him reveal his true intentions.] In one word, make him mad, right? Of course, that was easy. Especially since it was already this kind of situation, it would be even more straightforward. Jin-hyuk quickly took the map from its case and went to Min Jung-woo. The skill. You can stop using it. What? What do you mean? Actually, you didnt have to use it. Shouldnt there be something else? Min Jung-woo was doing this because he had asked him to use magic to weaken the barrier. What was this new nonsense now? The way he was working now was different from the start. It would have been simpler to write the Latin spell Pafe on the part where the barriers magic was deviating. The person who made this barrier was just level 1, after all. T-then why did you ask me to use the skill? Why? To deplete all your magic. Because of that. Jin-hyuk watched him sweat profiles and work hard. The man didnt even have the strength left to lift a finger anymore. Then what if The map he had wanted so much was burned in front of him? Wheik! Jin-hyuk used a lighter he had on hand on the map in his hands. In an instant, the fire began to spread through the old parchment. W-what are you doing now! Why are you burning down the map?! Just why? As I said, I dont need this map. He already knew everything about the tower. The map meant nothing to him. But. I mean, it isnt worth giving to someone else either. With the map, someone could find information up to the 10th floor. He would then lose the sole advantage that he had. Then obviously, he needed to get rid of the map. Like right now. Y-You fucker! I will kill you! I will burn you dry! You fucking bastard! Min Jung-woo lost his temper. Wow, this man spits out quite a lot of curses when he gets angry. This was why you couldnt judge people by just their appearance. [Condition has been met] [You sessfully copied the skill ''Element of Fire (B)''!] [The copied skill is saved in ''Memory of the World''.] [Element of Fire Acquisition Difficulty: B Description: Allows the user to handle mes and increases affinity with fire.] A status window appeared, indicating that the conditions were met. The element of fire Not a bad start for the first copy. Chapter 6: National Museum Of Korea (3) Chapter 6: National Museum Of Korea (3) You willregret this! I will make you regret this! Min Jung-woo red at Jin-hyuk as he ground his teeth with an expression that showed his intent to kill him. Well He didnt seem to fully understand the situation yet. Who had the upper hand here? Jin-hyuk shrugged. I dont think you understand. Dont you get why I burned the map? It meant he didnt need the information up to the 10th floor. No Min Jung-woo looked shocked as realization dawned on him. If you want to climb to the 10th floor safely, dont hesitate to do what I tell you. Move left if he ordered it, and move right if he told him to. You never know, after all? If he listened well, maybe he would get a piece of rice cake as a reward? Seeing that you burned the map, I was thinking you might have a unique ability rted to information searching? Min Jung-woo was assuming things now. And he still looked at Jin-hyuk with killing intent. But, why should I listen to you? After setting you on fire, I can get any information I want from you. His magic was tapped outpletely at the moment. Once his magic recovered, it would not be a difficult task to burn just one person. He wasnt wrong. Torture and intimidation. Definitely an effective tool. If you think you can win in a one-on-one fight Jin-hyuks eyes turned cold as red mes erupted from both of his hands. [Lv1'' Element of Fire'' has been activated] Wheik! The huge mes began to burn brightly. I-is that? Min Jung-woos eyes shook as he saw the mes. He almost screamed at this unbelievable sight. How do you have the same abilities as mine? No. Not the same. It was stronger and hotter. There was no doubt about it. It had to be at least one or two levels higher. The gap between their mes had widened because of the inherent difference in their stats. Gulp. Min Jun-woo gulped. Even if he had his magic Can I win? Min Jung-woo shook his head as he was filled with worry. It is impossible. A smaller me couldnt swallow arger one. He understood now how Lee Yuri had been taken out. Those stone statues of her couldnt have handled it. But now There was something about this that didnt make sense. You had such power, so why are you hiding it? You could have killed me easily if you had shown your strength from the start. What would be the reason for that? Jin-hyuk smiled. He then broke through the barrier and stood in front of Min Jung-woo. Do I have to exin it all to you? W-what It is my job to question and give you orders, while yours is just to follow. Min Jung-woo, who had been looking at Jin-hyuk in the eyes, averted his gaze. You answer? I will. As expected. He smiled. Jin-hyuk then let his mes flicker out. I will contact you at ater time. Until then, you should level up with the girl downstairs and work hard. Even if he tried to use them now, they would be too weak and be a burden for him. At least, until they are useful, I will let them grow. Jin-hyuk walked down the stairs, leaving his back open for attacks. Step. He looked defenseless enough to be a tempting target for attack. However, Min Jung-woo didnt even lift a finger. He couldnt. He had no other way either. If he tried to threaten me clumsily, I might attack him back. That was human psychology. When ones anger and desire for revenge were so extreme that it became imprinted on their bones. It also made a human think that they shouldnt dare try to attack under any circumstance. Only then would a horse chess piece that could be yed withplete freedom be born. It was around sunrise as Jin-hyuk left the museum and returned to the ce where he was living. It was a really long day. It felt like doing a whole months work in a single day. Uhhh! Jin-hyuk stretched out his body. As he slowly rxed his arms and legs, he felt his aching body loosen up. The Tower of Trials would open in the evening, so until then, should I eat and maybe rest my eyes? Getting enough rest and eating well were as important as being active. Above all, if he wasnt in good shape, then he wouldnt be able to perform optimally. But, before taking a rest He needed to check something. Status Window. Jin-hyuk mumbled into the air. And, Tring! Name: Kang Jin-hyuk Gender: Male Age: 27 Level: 1 Strength 8 Agility 8 Stamina 8 Magic 11 Stat Points: 0 upation: None Unique Ability: Fusion Skill: Lv1 ''Element of Fire'' Lv1 ''Eye of Truth'' The status window had changed. New things were added to the previously empty spots under unique abilities and skill windows. Nice He eximed unknowingly. It had to be because he had acquired the unique ability considered to be the most deceptively strong. It was just one step past the starting line, but he couldnt help as his body trembled in anticipation. Lets be calm. Jin-hyuk managed to calm his heart. The first thing I should do is collect as many unique abilities and skills as possible. There were more than 50,000 types of abilities that existed in this world. That meant that there was still a long way to go. I must set my priorities and collect the most necessary skills. When he had acquired the Element of Fire from Min Jung-woo, the conditions required for copying it hadnt been difficult. But that was because the skill was just Lv1. The higher the skills rank and level, the moreplex the copying conditions would be. Of course, he shouldnt be in too much of a hurry. If he tried to get things done too quickly, it would just result in a mess. From the perspective of history, there were many businesses that went bankrupt from rushing too quickly. I will not be making the mistakes they made. Never. was what most would think. In fact, only four of the people who appeared at the museum, including Jin-hyuk, could have been considered skillful. He could understand that. The desire to reduce the risk. But, they also want to be ahead of others while still acting cautiously. In the meantime, Jin-hyuk had managed to get people that could work for him. The world always smiled at those who took risks. There was no path for cowards who only looked for the safe way out. Please, continue to walk safely. In the meantime, I will move forward. Since he had just one body, he could not monopolize everything, but Instead, he will take the most delicious things. And share the crumbs with the rest. Jin-hyuk smiled, looking at his status window. But, I am slowly reaching the limit. Once he organized his thoughts, the desire he had been holding back surged forward. Drrr! A strong vibration came from his stomach. It was because he had been moving on an empty stomach all night. I need to have some soup or something Hot and clear soup with meat and a sweet and sour twisted donut. There was nothing on the menu that couldnt be bought with just 7,000 won. It wasnt for nothing that there was a saying, If you can buy anything with money, buy a bowl of hot soup. There has to be at least one restaurant that serves it somewhere thats still open And he found one. It was a soup restaurant with a signboard that had the force of 3 generations of chefs. Jin-hyuk went straight into the sundae soup restaurant that was open 24 hours a day. Tring The door opened, and a bell rang. But The atmosphere inside felt weird. Oh Is this for real? Dozens of customers, employees, and even the boss. All eyes were drawn to the breaking news. -The government is investigating this unidentified building called the ''Tower of Trials'', and a special department called the ''Awakened Association'' has been established mainly for civil servants who can use special abilities. Hoo. Jin-hyuk mumbled while looking interested. Awakened Association The governments response was quicker than expected. Moreover, considering that the department wasposed of people who had awakened their unique abilities, they must have been very flexible in epting this task. This is surprising. He thought it would take a few weeks for the world to adjust to this. -The government''s quick response was probably due to what happened in the morning. -Yes. It is true. At least 23 people died, and more than 50 were injured at the National Museum of Korea. The death toll is expected to continue and rise as some of the people have critical injuries. -That is it. That is why this policy is being implemented -It seemed that they had been targeting the relics inside the museum. Simr incidents have been reported not only in Korea, but also in the United States, Europe, China, and Japan. The British Museum in Ennd, the Louvre in France, and the Museum of Natural History in the United States. As expected. yers from other nations had moved too. To secure relic replicas. To prepare for the climb up. -First of all, let''s take a look at the CCTV footage. The screen changed. What appeared was a scene of two men and a woman fighting. The sight of the woman controlling the Anubis statues was shocking. Kwang! The figure of a man hitting a spear away with his bare hands. Kwakwakwag! The footage of the tigers summoning was also quite shocking. The sight of said tiger tearing down the five Anubis statues even left the TV announcer in shock. Well, this was expected. Because everything was far beyond normal. -it is hard to believe, but this footage was not modified in any way. The announcer said that after a few seconds of silence. The inside of the restaurant became even noisier. It makes no sense. Can can that be done by any human? Oh my. Just who is it? The customers, most of them rtively older, tilted their heads. On the other hand, I, that one. He was the one who appeared in the Tower of Trialsmunity a while back! Ah! The video of the mangrove tree being taken out using a piece of wood. Right. The amazing reflexes and movements! The younger customers recognized the figure at once. It is the most popr topic on the inte and in discussionmunities right now. I am curious. Who is that person? Maybe hes the final weapon the government was secretly developing. There is a story about a famous BJ. Words of spection kept popping up around him. Jin-hyuk, who was standing next to them, scratched his cheek shyly. Hearing those words kind of felt weird to him It was at that moment A new person appeared on the TV. It was a man in his early 40s with a sharp face. He was Han Sang-jin, who had been ced in charge of the Awakened Association. His face also had distinct scars around his eyes, injuries that were made using a knife or a sword. Han Sang-jin Jin-hyuk narrowed his eyes. Perhaps that man had been appointed the President of the Awakened Association because he had pretty good abilities. If not Then he was someone who also yed the Tower of Trials for a long time. He wished that it was the former. That way, he could copy his abilities if they met one day. While Jin-hyuk was deep in thought, Han Sang-jin continued to speak on the TV. -The reason I have appeared here today is to announce a recruitment for those who have awakened. Depending on the grade evaluation, there will be some difference, but we promise to treat you as at least a Grade 7 civil servant with an equivalent minimum annual sry. Considering the reality of Koreas employment struggle, this was fine. It seemed like they wanted to get the awakened ones at any cost It remained to be seen how many would leave behind the newnd of freedom to be civil servants. -Of course, we will make an exception for the person shown in the video just now. I will personally appeal to the President. If you join us, we will support you by using every means possible by our government. Why was he making such a fuss now? I was the true aim for this. One skilled yer over 100 mediocre ones. Han Sang-jin also knew the value of this, so he was clearly trying to convince Jin-hyuk with the equivalent of a nk check. But He must think so low of me. He had no intention of being tied down anywhere, whatever the price they offered. He had no intention of sharing what he knew. Jin-hyuk nced at the clock on the wall. 12 hours left. At precisely 7 PM. When the hour hand points to that hour, a new time will start. The door to the Tower of Trials will open again. Chapter 7: Labyrinth Libarintos (1) Chapter 7: Labyrinth Libarintos (1) Jin-hyuk stood in front of arge building. It was a mystery that broke down the conventionalmon sense andws. The gateway to the future of humankind. [Tower of Trials] This was the ce where all these stories would begin and end. Even now, when the gate to enter hasnt been activated yet. A lot of people have gathered. There were already thousands of them around the Tower. You have to head to the Goblin Cave on the first floor. Its best to settle and hunt there. I know. We need to level up quickly. This time, lets make sure to climb to the top. Whether teamed up or solo, everyones eyes were red and bloodshot; full of desire to climb faster than the others. Ba-dump! Even his heart was beating quickly as the moment arrived. [19:00] [Tower of Trials is now open.] The towers all over the world were opened at the same time. It is open! Hurry up! Move! The people who had been waiting outside all rushed towards the gate. Jin-hyuk, too was ready as he walked into the light pouring from inside. Woong! Upon entering the Tower, apletely different view to Seoul spread out in front of their eyes. Vast meadows and a blue sky. The green forests filled the eye to the horizon. This was the first floor of the Tower of Trials and the starting point for the yers from Korea. Ohh! Finally, we are here! The people burst out into cheers. He also looked around with excitement and curiosity. What was this feeling? It was like everyone here were newbies ying the game for the first time. Of course, he could understand their sentiments as his heart was pounding with the same excitement. A new feeling. Jin-hyuk touched the grass that reached up to his waist. The fragrant smell, the soft touch, and the suns warmth on his skin. It was a familiar and nostalgic feeling, but It was different from ying a video game. This was reality. If I die herethat will be the end. There was no such thing as starting over. Jin-hyuk looked around with calm eyes. Now is the time for it to show up The moment he thought that Tring! [Wee to the Tower of Trials.] A blue status window appeared. It is starting. Jin-hyuk waited for what would follow. [100 coins are paid out tomemorate the entrance of the Tower.] [Coins are the currency that can be used in the Tower.] [yers can upload their videos of their achievement, and 100 coins are paid for every 10,000 views.] [However, the fee is different based on the level of the yer.] [Videos viewed by non-Tower residents are counted as views only for the first watch. Please choose carefully before watching a video.] [Live broadcast options are only avable when fighting against boss monsters to go up to the next floor.] [In the case of misconduct or maniption of views, measures will be taken.] Right. This was it. The connecting bridge between those who climbed the Tower and those who lived outside. The yer would use diverse scenes to draw the attention of the viewers. Viewers would watch our videos and increase our view counts. This system was the most interesting part of the Tower of Trials setup. It meant that the more famous a BJ became, the more they would monopolize the coins. In the near future, many yers will upload their videos to bait viewers. However, Jin-hyuk had no intention of uploading a video anytime soon. There would only be damage to me if I disclosed everything right away. Even if he decided to do itter and only edit it to show off the sweet parts, he would still get explosive reactions. There was no need to worry about broadcasting already. Simrly, live broadcasts that could drag on for a long time shouldnt be used outside special cases. Then I need to move now. Jin-hyuk looked towards one side of the forest. The first thing he wanted to do had already been decided, and it was different from the option others were going for. It was a little special path. There were three types of hunting grounds in the Tower of Trials. They were dungeons,byrinths, and ruins. A dungeon was a small hunting ground made up of boss monsters and mass-produced mob monsters. Since it was the most essible and widespread hunting ground, most yers used it as their primary hunting ground. On the other hand, thebyrinth was massive in size and often took much longer to clear. The average conquest time would be a month or more. Labyrinths on the upper floors might even require more than 6 months to clear. The final type, ruins, varied widely in size and were notorious for their difficulty. That was because ruins tend to be filled by the highest level of monster species, such as dragons, giants, and spiritual beings. Thats before mentioning things such as tricky barriers and traps. And Among the many options presented to Jin-hyuk, he chose thebyrinth Labarintos, located at the center of the first floor. [Name: Labarintos Type: Labyrinth Difficulty: B Description: Abyrinth of Crete designed by Daedalus. It is characterized by a veryplex maze and various traps.] Considering an ordinary goblin dungeon was only rated F, a B-level difficultybyrinth was a significant step up. A beginner who just entered would try to challenge abyrinth? That was no different from choosing to die. However, there were many reasons Jin-hyuk chose this ce. Was it 6 years ago? It was when he had been attacking the early parts of the 30th floor of the Tower that he realized one thing. The fact that it was impossible to make it further up. Since then, he has looked for all types of solutions. He began searching through the lower stages for any hidden piece. However, it yielded no results. It was all useless because the start was bad. When he discovered the problem, he panicked and was forced to delete the ount he had raised with blood and sweat and start over from the beginning. He had even considered quitting but decided to continue, and in the end, he found an old book on the 10th floor. In it was written what he needed to do on the 1st floor to clear the Tower. [The method to enter the ruins of the ''Corridor of the Fallen'' on the 1st floor was to get the approval of the owner of the ruins as you first arrive in the Tower.] Just like the method he was using now. In other words, it was to reach the boss at level 1. Thebyrinth in front of him was a training ce to make it happen or at least it was supposed to be. Hmm It was a bit absurd to call it just simple training. Because there was no option of killing the monsters that roamed thebyrinth. But to think I will be doing this. Jin-hyuk looked at thebyrinth and bit his lip. Hed rather die anywhere else than die inside because of the memories he had of the interior. That was also why he thought it was worth trying once when he was in the military. The next day, when he got up, he felt horrible. This was the same feeling. Still I am not going alone, so it should be fine. Jin-hyuk nced behind him. Some people had followed and entered with him. They must have thought they were doing an excellent job hiding behind a tree. So typical of newbies. Cute. He had a rough idea of what they were thinking of doing. But well do things ever happen as you want them to? The five or six men and women following Jin-hyuk from a distance clicked their tongues. I thought it would be something special. It was abyrinth? Um. I didnt think it would be here. Damn it. This is why I said to just go hunting for goblins and level up. Did we know that!? We thought he was here to eat up some secret thing that he knew about since he looked like a lone wolf kind of guy. Lets stop fighting and head back. If we go now, there must still be some vacant spots left. Several voices spoke up, most of them talking about the time wasted. At that moment Ssh! Look at what he is doing. A woman at the front put her index finger up to her lips. What? Look carefully. The man is drawing things at the entrance of thebyrinth. Everyone nced over at the womans words and confirmed it was true. They wondered what he was doing but saw that blue light started shining from the text. Kukuku! The ground began to shake as thebyrinth opened up. Is this for real? What! He opened thebyrinth without a key? Their eyes shone. Typically, you would need a key or an item to open up such a ce, but this man used nothing. It was a situation that broke their preconceptions, leaving everyone at a loss for words. lets go. We need to go before he disappears. It was the woman at the front that broke the silence. What? You want to go in? You dont even know howrge it is inside! Park Hana. Are you crazy? Be quiet and think. The woman called Park Hana looked frustrated at herpanions. Arent you aware that the start of the Tower of Trials is the most important part? That We know. It wasmon knowledge that difficulty got higher as they went up, so they needed early growth down here. Those who had yed the game before knew that especially. Park Hana continued. There was no key, but he opened thebyrinth. Do you think this opportunity wille again? Experience, items, and other things. What someone could achieve inside was limitless. Besides, the difficulty shouldnt be too serious since a level 1 entered. That was what she believed. A yer without a single item entering abyrinth? This was proof that the ce couldnt be too difficult. Well, it is abyrinth on the first floor If you see him going in alone, then it has to be easy, right? Everyone agreed to that, but now there was another problem. But will he share the items within with us? It was a matter of distributing the loot from inside thebyrinth. Of course, he wont. But it didnt matter. Because they didnt have to care about that. He seems to like thebyrinth a lot, so we can just let him stay in there forever. Park Hana pulled a sharp needle out of her inventory. Stinger of the Giant Bumblebee. It was an item with a potent poison. Just 1 mg of it was enough to kill a person in a minute. W-well, what you were saying Right. My brother got this item from the National Museum of Korea yesterday. At Park Hanas words, everyone gulped. I heard that there was a sea of blood It was horrific. Are you saying you got an item from that hell? My brother said hes been ying the game for a while and guaranteed this was a good item. Park Hajin, Park Hanas older brother, belonged to the ck Crow Guild when he had yed [Tower of Trials.] As one of the better-known middle-rank guilds, the guild members still gathered asionally. They were now moving through the first floor together as well. You can just trust me and follow. Park Hana looked at Jin-hyuk, who was standing in front of thebyrinth, with a sly smile. To survive in this world, even murder could be justified. It was thew of nature for the strong to prey on the weak, and she had already made up her mind. Crumble! Six men and women appeared from behind the grass. Will theye out now? They had been hiding so clumsily that he got bored with their antics. Still, it wasnt nice to not acknowledge them. Who are you all? Jin-hyuk asked with a worried expression. It was awkward doing this as it used facial muscles, which he rarely used. Ahh, his chin hurt. Ah! We arent bad people. Park Hana took the lead and said this while shaking her hands with a light smile on her lips as if she was trying to appeal to him. We well, we came to find a suitable hunting ground. And found you by chance. She made it sound like a coincidence. What else would people say for their first meeting when they had bad intentions? Even a sick 80-year-old man wouldnt say such a thing. [Lv1'' Eve of Truth'' activated] [Park Hana''s words are false.] Jin-hyuks eyes, which could discern truth and lies, shone. Still, he decided to y along. Park Hana. The corner of his mouth turned upwards to a light smile. This woman has some interesting skills. A unique ability that looked worthy of copying had shown up. Chapter 8: Labyrinth Libarintos (2) Chapter 8: Labyrinth Libarintos (2) Jin-hyuk decided to take a peek at her status window. --- Name: Park Hana Age: 22 Level: 1 Strength 4 Agility 5 Stamina 5 Magic 10 Stat Points: 0 Coins: 100 upation: None Unique Ability: Communion Skill: Lv1 Fast Step Lv1 Weak Healing --- The feeling ofmunion. Even if it was their first meeting, the person they met would feel like they have known them for a long time and erase any wariness. It was an ability that he needed to break peoples guards and copy their abilities. Furthermore It will be a great help for taming that guyter. At first, he thought about using them to get rid of the traps inside thebyrinth, but now he changed his mind. This skill cannot be missed. He had to get this skill, so Jin-hyuk confirmed the conditions needed to copy it. [Copy Condition: Stay with Park Hana for at least 240 hours. However, once 240 hours have passed, there must be no one other than you and Park Hana.] 240 hours. In other words, they had to be together for ten days to satisfy the condition. I dont need the other five There was no need to kill them, though. I am no bloodthirsty killer. If they didnt cross the line, he would use them in moderation, and then they could leave in their own way. But if they crossed the line. That would be a different story. Because I am determined to survive in this world as well. Jin-hyuk, who had read the conditions carefully, then said, So why did youe to me instead of going to the hunting grounds? Before I answer that, maybe I can ask you a question? Ask away. The ce youre entering now is abyrinth, right? Yes. As I thought Park Hana bit her lips and then said We want to join in. We join? Yes. Wouldnt it be better to go together as a group than alone? There is a saying that sharing the risk is better. She smiled brightly. Well, it was good that she had said it first, even as her hand went to the needle on her waist. That is the sting of the bumblebee from the museums insect room. Everyone else flinched and moved. This was fun. So So she ns to use it on me inside? Jin-hyuk pointed to the entrance. Do whatever you feelfortable with. Want to enter thebyrinth? Do it. Once you entered, you wouldnt be able to leave on your own anyway. --- [You have entered thebyrinth ''Libarintos''] [The number of challengers is 7.] They could feel the moist, sticky air sticking to their skin as they entered thebyrinth. The smell. The feeling. Now he really felt the truth that he was really within the tower. Jin-hyuk looked at the wall. There were bright lights in ce shining from inside them. There were hundreds of Luminous Moths within the walls. They were widely known for providing light for vision in underground dungeons, but There was an exception here. Jin-hyuk moved his five fingers at regr intervals. He slowly folded them and opened his palm again. As if he was mimicking their wing movement. Once. Twice. And thrice. And then A moth sat on Jin-hyuks hand. The dust quickly covered his hands, making them emit a bright light. Right, nice to meet you. A gentle smile appeared on his lips. And it was then. Ah, I couldnt get your full name. Park Hana spoke from his side. Jin-hyuk ced the moth back on the wall and said. Ah, I must have forgotten. All of them had entered inside, and thebyrinth was closed. There had been no time to properly greet each other. Now that they were inside, they could now talk leisurely. I am Park Hana, 22, and have been to the second floor of the Tower of Trials before. Park Hana introduced herself, and the rest of the people began to speak. I am Hang Cheol-sik. Only ended up on the first floor a long while back. Lee Haemin. Only till the first floor. Jang Mina. Till the 3rd floor I am Cheon Min-guk. Never yed the game. Do Kwang-woo. My first time too. Everyone was speaking words, but It all sounded strange to Jin-hyuks ears. Extra person to die in traps! Backup n to be used as bait for emergencies for running away! Haha! Every night we will work hard to have delicious meals done! Like so. At thest minute, he was sure they would all aim to stab him in the back, so knowing their names wasnt worth it. Jin-hyuk smiled lightly. A raiding party with people trying to kill each other. He didnt think he could get bored here. Kang Jin-hyuk. Mr. Jin-hyuk I see. So has Mr.Jin-hyuk been inside thebyrinth before? As they exchanged their names, Park Hana stuck closer to him. [Park Hana activated her unique ability ''Communion.''] In an instant, ticklish energy made his body feel tired. His mind became at ease. So this is how it works. He would have felt friendly towards her if he didnt know about her ability. Goodpatibility or someone to be trusted. It was like a good first impression. Fortunately, I knew about thisbyrinth from before. Wow. You are more amazing than I thought. It is an honor to be with you. Park Hana slowly looked at him as she was trying to break down his walls It might work on those with shallow minds, though. Jin-hyuk smiled and shook his head. I know it well. Probably no one knows it as well as I do. Ah I see. No, I mean it. A yer who knows the whole cesyout will also fall short in front of me. There are 12ps around, and people who can listen to me once in a while are enough. Park Hana had a surprised expression. A blunt answer. Not a single one of her praise for him was working. Well then, could you please tell me what kind of monsters are in thebyrinth and what characteristics they have? Would that be possible? That wont be too difficult. Lets see What to do? First of all, thebyrinth changes its interior at regr intervals. Uh? What is that supposed to mean? This ce is also called the Labyrinth of Change. Ah, the time hase. Jin-hyuk stood still, and at that moment. Kukuku! The entirebyrinth began to violently shake. Dust from the ceiling fell as cracks opened on the floors and walls. Ack! What is this? Ackkk! Panicked screams erupted from the group. The ground was rising up and going down. The boulders inside thebyrinth also moved in every direction. M-Move! Dont stick close to each other! Shit! If we fall, we die right away! Right side! To the right! Bang! Bang! The stones of thebyrinth were moving quickly, fitting together like blocks in Tetris. Kwaang! Everyone was moving quickly to avoid getting caught between the rocks. They scratched their knees, causing blood to flow, but they didnt have time to care about that. Kukukuk. The vibrations stopped, and the paths changed entirely from before. If there was a small fortune, it was that the team didnt get split up. Ugh! Their hearts were pounding. Ugh, this is thebyrinth on the first floor! Nonsense. Wasnt there supposed to be nothing here except for ruins? As everyone breathed heavily with pale faces, Jin-hyuk simply stood up and brushed the dust from his body. Have you all experienced abyrinth with changing terrains at least once? W-who would want to experience such a thing! Park Hana shouted with a pale face. Well, fine. Jin-hyuk shrugged. Once again, he called over a luminous moth and collected its dust. The humming from it was a bonus for him. At his carefree appearance, Park Hana felt the urge to curse. But she held back as she had more important things to do. We need to get out right now. Haemin. Can you find an exit? That the ability got canceled when thebyrinth changed. Lee Haemin shook her head with a dark face. Unique ability Compass. The ability to show the safest route out of a dungeon orbyrinth Park Hana had confidently entered thebyrinth because of this ability. But That ability had now be useless. Because thebyrinth had been recreated. And that changed everything. So you mean you cannot find a way out? In this ce we are locked up? --- I did wonder how she could enter thebyrinth that confidently. Was it because there was a navigation ability? Jin-hyuk, who overheard their words, swallowed augh. Guess the newbies didnt know that going into abyrinth wasnt like going to their local supermarket. Even so, what can we expect from fools? The time for it to appear hase Jin-hyuk nced at the moth dust on his hand. When body odor and the dust mixed together, a special substance was secreted, letting out a unique scent. Ah, it appeared promptly. Thud! Thud! A faint sound could be heard from afar, though everyone else was panicking, so they couldnt hear it. But Jin-hyuk felt it. Something that roamed in this ce was approaching them. --- Thebyrinth changes? Why the hell didnt you tell me such an important thing in advance? Park Hana raised her voice. It hurt his ear a bit. And Did I ask you to follow me? what? No, you were the ones who said you wanted toe. I never forced you. They wanted toe. Thats right, speak up now. T-that is true Park Hana stuttered. She wanted to retort back, but she had nothing to say. This bastard is saying this only now! I already feel like a beggar being confined to this one ce. If you mess around one more time, Im gonna kill you. Cheon Min-guk shouted. Well, he would let Park Hana speak as he needed her, but this guy? Jin-hyuk scratched his head and stood in front of Cheo Min-guk. You are free to squeal like a pig, but you better keep your voice down in here. What? Ah! You dont understand humannguage? Then. Oink oink oink oink. Oink! Oink oink! Did you get it now? I said to be quiet. Y-You fucking bastard! Cheon Min-guk, whose face was flushed red, swung his fist. It was an attack that flew towards his chin. Puck! Jin-hyuk turned his head and avoided the punch. At the same time, he tapped his opponents foot to break his bnce. UhUh? Cheon Mun-guk struggled to maintain his bnce and fell forward. Clench! And Jin-hyuk trampled on Cheon Mun-guks fist. As he ced weight on it, the eerie sound of breaking bones could be heard. Ahhh! Shhh! Be quiet. Dont you know the saying, Do not shout in abyrinth? Ughhyou bastard! Why are you breaking my wrist while telling me to be quiet! Because you didnte to your senses when I said it with my mouth. What? Your mouth seems like its tough to keep it closed. Jin-hyuks expression turned cold. From above. To below. Puak! His foot dug into Cheon Mun-guk. Since he had added weight to it, the impact was more noticeable. Kuak! His front teeth were all smashed as blood spurted out of his mouth. Arent you being too much? It was just one swing of a fist. R-right. Who in the world Is that cruel? Park Hana and the rest of the people seemed a bit shocked. Of course, they were. Do you all think it was too much to smash someones face after they first attacked you? There was no such thing ase back stronger. Why care about others? I was never a righteous person. Besides, this wasnt the time to judge humanitys morality or anything else. Dont worry. I wont kill you. Actually, there was no need for that. Jin-hyuk looked into the darkness in the passage. After hearing thismotion and smelling the blood, its now his turn to appear. Thud! Thud! Loud footsteps could be heard. Unlike before, the sound was clear enough for everyone to hear. Chapter 9: Labyrinth Libarintos (3) Chapter 9: Labyrinth Libarintos (3) Woong! The howling sound of the wind came from thebyrinths halls. Puak! Kuack! Arge ax lodged itself in Cheon Mun-guks head. It was a piece of metal 2 meters long nothing was left of the head to check. He died immediately. It finally came out? Jin-hyuk looked over to the side. M-Monster! Itsrger than even a medium-sized one! Damn it! At such a time? The rest reactedte but still managed to pull out crude-looking weapons. Those were cheap weapons they must have bought from the store with the first 100 coins they had received. Of course. Those weapons wouldnt even leave a scratch on it. Even among the relics, only a few considered to be Noble Phantasms would be able to pierce the monsters skin. Ba-dump! Ba-dump! Yet even his heart was beating fast, and his nerves felt iffy. At the same time Thud! Thud! Thud! Something began to approach them from the end of the passage. It wasing at a fast pace. Goooooooo! A momentter, a 2-meter tall monster appeared. It was a mythical being with the head of a cow and a humans body. Minotaur. This beast was the only monster that roamed thisbyrinth. W-woaaaah! What is that! How the hell can thisbyrinth be cleared!? This is still the 1st floor! The situation plunged into chaos almost immediately. Woong! The Minotaur swung the massive ax in its hand. Kwag! Just one blow left a huge scar on the rocks and made the wall copse, causing dust to rise. If that ax grazed against the body, any normal human would end up as a rag. But it was then Jin-hyuk ran to the front, right towards the Minotaur. Gooo! Did a little creature attacking with his bare hands offend it? The Minotaur swung its ax with both of its hands. A direct attack to his head Jin-hyuk turned slightly to avoid it. Kwaang! The ground shattered as the ax made contact with it. At that moment [The attack was evaded.] [The stat ''Rift'' has increased by 0.05.] Two lines from the status window appeared in front of him. Nice! Jin-hyuk smiled internally. If you dodge the attack of the Minotaur, a hidden stat called Rift will be acquired. However, the reward is limited only when you select thebyrinth as the first hunting ground in the tower. Rift It was a stat that narrowed down the Rift in a battle between the strong and the weak. Any extreme difference in levels widened the Rift during a battle. Tring! [Details When you fight an enemy stronger than yourself, the Rift closes the level gap by 1 for every 3 stat points. When you fight an enemy weaker than yourself, the Rift closes the level gap by 1 for every 2 stat points.] It was the only way to grow while maintaining a level 1 state. This wasnt the only method I discovered after countless trials and errors. The beginning was only 0.05 points, but There is no need to rush. Because this was just the start. Jin-hyuk continued to avoid the ax. Woong! Kwang! The ax was shredding thebyrinths walls with a terrifying roar. The debris from the walls had scattered around. It was a dangerous fight where a small mistake could lead to death. But Jin-hyuk didnt even blink. There would be no mistake. Because I am skilled. Because I survived more dangerous situations than this. And Because he enjoyed the process. Bang! Kwang! Bang! The storm-like attack was being dodged with the margin of a single sheet of paper. S-such a monster. Oh my. W-we were trying to mess with such a guy? It was a familiar fight for Jin-hyuk, but the newbies were shocked at what they saw. Of course, they couldnt help but be shocked at this. His movements in front of the terrifying ax were absurd. It resulted from learning things down to the bone through constant repetition. Therefore, it was closer to foresight rather than prediction. Totally fucked up. Park Hana gulped. How did she even think of killing such a person to try and steal their reward? That would be like pouring oil over her body and jumping right into the fire! --- Gooo! The minotaur, drenched from the fight, ran even more violently. Kwang! Kwang! The ax kept passing by Jin-hyuk. [Fatal attack was narrowly evaded!] [The stat ''Rift'' has increased by 1.] Avoiding more dangerous attacks gave more stat gains. It meant that with high risk came high returns. Jin-hyuk touched the drop of blood on the nape of his neck with his finger. As expected, I need to do this to get maximum stats. He was deliberately avoiding it at extremely close distances. Giving up a little bit of skin for a full stat point gain wasnt a bad exchange. He did it frequently, despite the danger, as the minutes passed. Phew. Huk. Jin-hyuks breathing turned raspy, and he could feel his stamina dropping. Muscle fatigue was building up. I need to finish the first fight soon. The time he could gain stats was still long. He nned to stay here for a month to earn 100 stat points before escaping this ce. Jin-hyuk nced behind him. While he was facing the minotaur, he saw those people trying to sneak away. Look at them? Are the supporting actors trying to leave on their own terms? This could not be allowed. I was the one who decided when, where and how they lived or died. More than anything else, you dont even know how to escape. Jin-hyuk secretly widened the distance between him and the minotaur and approached the party. If you want to get stat points, join me. Uh? Park Hana was shocked. If you dodge an attack, you can get a hidden stat. It is actually a lot easier than it looks. Give it a try. Usually, good things werent supposed to be shared, but it was an exception this time. With a kind and good heart, there can be just one exception. At those words, Park Hanas face became terribly distorted. It was like she was saying, You idiot, from what direction does that look easy? Ah. Dont back out. Try it at least once. I wont force you again if you dont want to. Jin-hyuk smiled brightly. At the same time, he pushed Do Kwang-woo, who was next to Park Hana, to the front. Uh uhuh? Do Kwang-woo ended up taking the step forward without even realizing it. It was just a few steps. But those felt like he was walking between life and death. Ahhhhh! He had to avoid it. But there was no one he could beg for his life to. sh! Do Kwang-woos upper and lower body was split in half. Nothing was left in the Minotaurs hand as it had be angry. Ouch! Jin-hyuk covered his mouth with his palm. No, how could he stand still like that? You should dodge or move far from him quickly. It was such a lovely scene to see. How can you stand there looking nkly? Do something. Work harder. Ah. Theres no next time. --- Thebyrinth had changed again. Kukukuku! The walls and ground moved again, and everyone had to move apart to avoid being crushed. Thanks to this, they were able to get away from the Minotaur. Haa. Haa. Haa. T-thank god. I almost died. Everyone was breathing heavily. Although they had lost two of their party, no one felt sad. Instead, they were d to be alive. After all, their own life was more precious. Is it done? It wont chase us down, right? Park Hana looked at the wall and trembled. It looked like the minotaur would appear through the wall at any moment. It will keep chasing us. Jin-hyuk said this while fiddling with a dagger in his hand. It was the weapon that Do Kwang-woo used. It was a keepsake now. W-why will it chase us? The path has changed! Because of this. Jin-hyuk opened his palm, which was dyed blue. The minotaur would continue to follow them since their skin was covered by luminous moth dust. It would keeping until they exited thebyrinth. No way why the hell did you do that? why!? Why? Because I need to raise my stats. Only when thebyrinth changes do I have time to replenish my stamina and continue to y with that bull for the rest of the time. How long? Until we get out of thebyrinth. So. How long!? Um. Around one month? To be precise, it was a month if he moved quickly. It could take two months if he took it slow. He was going to do it quickly, but if she continued treating him like this, he decided to make it harsh for her. Park Hana fell backward. One month? She wasnt sure if she could survive for a day, let alone a month. We, we will move separately. The minotaur wonte after us if we dont move with you. This time, Lee Haemin spoke carefully. Sure. Jin-hyuk nodded. Certainly, the first target is me, who has dust all over him. But you see. Which way will you take? You dont even know the exit. Will you just pray to escape this and walk whichever way you want to? Hmm. That sounds like a bad n. You mean you know the exit? As I said, I know thisbyrinth better than anyone. Of course, I know the way out. You know. Then we too will phew,e. There is no other way. Well, it doesnt matter if youe or not. Jin-hyuk mumbled, which made Lee Haemin ask anxiously. But? Why do yers do this? But it will not be for free. Uh? Where in the world is there a free ride till the end? At least if you cough out the coins you have, then maybe. Such simple words. It meant he wanted everything they had to give them the easy way out. --- [Coins: 500] The coins he obtained at the start, in addition to the coins from the four people, came up to 500 coins. It wasnt enough to buy useful weapons or armor. But it didnt matter as he could purchase what he wanted. Dont stand around like a statue. Everyone, please do what you are supposed to do. Pluck out the moss and make a bed. We also need firewood for the fire. You have a lot of work to do. We know. Cant we leave? Phew. A deep sigh. They hade here thinking they had hit the jackpot but instead lost everything. But did they know? The fact that this would not change their fate? When everyone was away, Jin-hyuk activated the exchange. [Wee to the Coin Exchange] A huge window appeared with a short text. It was a ce to buy and sell items. A ce of opportunity, filled with jewels, mud, and gold. This was the Coin Exchange Jin-hyuk nced at it. [''Ancient Degosian''s Tooth (SS)'' 395,250,700 Coins] [''Suzaku''s Feather (S)'' 188,187,000 Coins] [''Sacred Relic Sword of King Dangun (S)'' 159,155.300 coins] From items that looked enchanting at just a sight. [''Worn Small Stone (F)'' 1 Coin] To trash items too. Every kind of item was in here. But Its no use looking at this even for a hundred days. He could buy what he wanted right now, so wasting time made no sense. Without another thought, Jin-hyuk scrolled down the category that he needed. Lower. Even lower. What he wanted was gathered there. This and this. And this too. Jin-hyuk quickly bought the items he wanted. [''Enchanted Tarot Cards (F)'' 70 Coins] [''Worn out Bronze Key (F)'' 80 Coins] [''Wooden Wagon Wheel Fragment (E)'' - 300 Coins] [''Lottery Enhancement Scroll (F)'' x 10 1 Coin per scroll] Just four items. They were all trash, but Jin-hyuk smiled happily. Individual items werent important. What mattered was how the items were used. I willbine all three items. [If thebination is incorrect, all items will vanish] Yes, go ahead. Jin-hyuk nodded. And [Combining the 3 items] [Synthesis sessful!] As if to show sess, a dazzling light shone from the menu. Ba-dump! Ba-dump! His heart began to beat quickly. I did it. Looking at the item that appeared in front of him, he was convinced. All the time he had spent ying [Tower of Trials] wasnt a waste. Chapter 10: Labyrinth Libarintos (4) Chapter 10: Labyrinth Libarintos (4) Jin-hyuk checked the item that appeared in front of him with his hands trembling in excitement. [Goddess of Luck, Fortuna''s Wheel of Luck (Iplete) Acquisition Difficulty: S Description: Maximize Luck for 10 minutes (1 use). However, because the item is iplete, the range of use is limited.] The goddess of luck in Roman mythology. And this item was the wheel of luck that the goddess was supposed to possess. It was an iplete, single-use item because of the F-grade items he used to craft it. But this was good enough. At least for the 5th floor and below, he would be able to craft things that were more powerful than just weapons. Now Jin-hyuk grabbed the handle of the wheel. It was hot. The heat of the relics magic spread through his fingers. Still, relics are relics, right? The item gave him a sweet feeling. Right, this is how attractive they are. Jin-hyuk smiled as he turned the handle 360 degrees. Drrr! [The relic'' Wheel of Luck'' has been activated!] [Luck rises to the maximum for 10 minutes!] Heavenly Luck. It wasnt known exactly what this stats effect was, but he knew the amount of luck he had now was freaking absurd. He would even win the lottery if he picked out a number. Lucky enough to take a nap serenely on a battlefield filled with bullets. Of course, there were limitations ced on it. Namely, the limited range. The world was scary The world had its own strangeness, and luck could not be the single factor ruling above everything. There wasnt even a single line of exnation about the extent of lucks effects. The good luck he had received could be beneficial but also be difficult to use. But Such simple thoughts were for stupid people. Jin-hyuk knew precisely what the items boundaries were. It is information that I learned after all. At that time, he had cursed aloud many times. Thanks to that experience, though, no more mistakes now. Jin-hyuk took out the 10 Lottery Enhancement Scroll items. The enhancement sess rate was 0.000012%. 1 in 8.14 million. It was literally the same probability as winning the lottery. If its used for the dagger [Enhancement seeded!] [You have acquired the Old Dagger (+1)!] The dagger took on a faintly reddish glow. As expected! Jin-hyuk smiled. The scroll was an item that had extremely bad probability of sess. Now that his luck was at maximum, the sess rate was essentially 100%. From now on, he would repeat the same process over and over again. He would continue until all 10 scrolls were used up. So lets do the next one. Jin-hyuk used the second scroll. [Enhancement seeded!] [You have acquired the Old Dagger (+2)!] [...] The more times the enhancement seeded, the more the color of the dagger changed. The de became redder and redder. And finally [Enhancement seeded!] [You have acquired the Old Dagger (+10)!] [Because the maximum has been reached, further enhancement is no longer possible.] [You have seeded in making a +10 item for the first time in the Korean Server!] [You have acquired 5,000 coins!] [This achievement will be included in the ''Hall of Fame'' for tomorrow!] A +10 item. It was the maximum enhancement value possible from an F rank item. In addition, he obtained coins too. Swish! Jin-hyuk lightly twirled the dagger and cut it softly in the air. A light and clean feeling. I like this. [Old Dagger (+10)] [Acquisition Difficulty: F to (A) Attack power: 280 Durability: 110/110 Effect: Bleeding Damage 3%, Lightness 50%.] The weapons attack power was one thing, but it also had a bleeding and lightening effect. Now I finally have something useful. He might not have to worry about weapons for a while now. --- The Tower of Trials opened its doors, and a day passed. At the end of the first day, numerous yers uploaded videos of them exploring and growing within the Tower. Each yer was different from the others. They tried to secure subscribers in any way they could by focusing on uniqueness. And the ordinary people who lived outside the Tower All of them watched those videos for one single reason. To find the best and most skillful yers. Only then would they know who would be able to progress to the next floor of the Tower within 90 days to prevent the end of humankind. At that moment, Jin-hyuk, who had been scanning the [Tower of Trials]munity boards, stopped in his tracks. He had found something interesting. [#yerHamos #KoreanServer #Vet #Tower of Trials 1st floor, Goblin Dungeon Clear Video in Shortest Time!] There are people saying such things. The goblin dungeon was cleared in 15 hours, and the video covering it had views exceeding 1 million. About 10,000 coins once you converted the viewers to the 1:100 ratio. And once the 90% fee was excluded, the total earnings would be around 1,000 coins. Hamos seems to have made a name for themself in the lower floor sections once more. A memorable and familiar name. A rookie who had shone brightly for a single moment before vanishing. Obviously, it was a yer under the same name. To clear it in 15 hours Jin-hyuk clicked on the video with a serious expression on his face. It was a melee dealer who hunted down the goblins. Well, the speed wasnt bad for someone of an ordinary level. Of course, from Jin-hyuks point of view, who had cleared it in 3 hours and 40 minutes, this was just a cute little thing. However, the reactions to the video werepletely different. ColoredHomona: I am exhausted. Solo Clear in 15 hours? Is this even real? BeyonceForm: Wow. I will subscribe now and watch the videos this guy posts in the future. MalteseCEO: 22222222 3x500: 3333333 Thement section was filled with excitement. They were saying that the yer might be able to save humankind for them, but then MrBaldHuman: 15 hours isn''t that fast. Some people I know cleared it in less than 5 hours. Someone left that kind ofment, like throwing water on the fire. Obviously, there were retorts too. BeyonceForm: What is this new disease? It is disgusting to seek attention like this. LeisureSchr: The way he speaks is absolutely disgusting. Are you supposed to act like this? MalteseCEO: 22222222 Sojuof Gopchang: I went to the 50th floor and cleared it in 1 minute. Hahaha. With no proof around too. People were swearing back at the guy in an instant. But even while everyone wasughing, Jin-hyuk wasnt. MrBaldHuman This person was in the tower too. How could he forget? A yer he often yed with up to the 20th floor. He didnt see the yer after clearing the 20th floor, but this person was definitely different from Hamos. There is a stork among birds. This MrBaldHuman was a yer that Jin-hyuk had truly acknowledged as skilled. --- Puahahah! We did it! A man who was reading through themunity board was smiling widely. It was Hamos. No, he was a yer named Lee Myung-hwan, who was active under the name Hamos. Look. Because it worked. Kuak. Look at thements. It is all about you on the boards. It was worthwhile to fight the goblins. Phew! The men and women around Lee Myung-hwan all high-fived each other and cheered. It was because we all worked hard together. Thank you, guys! Lee Myung-hwan scratched his nose. Haha. Who wouldnt know that you did it all by yourself? The editing was good, and we arranged things cleverly so no loops would be noticed. Right. Look at this. Those who gathered said they would support you. The video which had been uploaded was actually Altered. Aside from Lee Myung-hwan, four other people had helped him conquer the dungeon. Of course, that wasnt to say that the help was obvious. In ces where any help would be noticeable, the other yers helped Lee Myung-hwan look stronger than he actually was. Make the main man look stronger and the scenes more colorful to catch the viewers gaze. Huhu. Lee Myung-hwan smiled. [Views: 1,235,095] That was the number of views after just 6 hours. If the viewer numbers stayed this high, they would be able to secure many coins in the future. Even if the fee was 90%. Dont curse me too much. Because the world they lived in was dominated by outstanding people. As Lee Myung-hwan was giggling in happiness. Tring! [New video uploaded to the Hall of Fame.] Suddenly, a new video appeared. And it immediately went to the top. W-what is this? Lee Myung-hwan jumped up from his seat and was so surprised that he bit his tongue. It is higher than my video? This could not be! There was no way someone could get more views than he did on the first day It was impossible. But since he saw it with his own eyes, there was no way of denying it. Yah, Myung-hwan y it. Perhaps someone cheated. But it cannot be. Shut your mouth and put it up on the screen! Lee Myung-hwan shouted. F-fine. Finally, the video yed. Unlike Lee Myung-hwans video, that video was only 5 minutes long. It wasnt edited either. But the content within was beyond imagination. Nofucking way. Lee Myung-hwans jaw dropped. He couldnt help his reaction. This Makes no sense! [For the first time in the world, an item was sessfully strengthened to +10!] The appearance of a +10 item. Further exnation was meaningless. The same went for calcting the probabilities. T-the view are no, thements? What the fuck is even happening there! Lee Myung-hwan shouted louder than before, his voice trembling. It was a question of earnestness. It surpassed 1 million in 15 minutes. It seems to be spreading. Then thements followed. BeyonceForm: The first in strengthening it to +10? HomonaColor: Is that even possible? I''ve only seen up to +5 before. KnifeFairy: What were the odds? I noticed that only the lowest level enhancement scroll was used. Speedwagon: Right. Multiply it by ten. One of those scrolls only had a sess rate of 1 in 8.14 million. SwordFairy: I will start to look into it. KnifeFairy: You start first. LeisureSchr: But... to get subscribers, shouldn''t they disclose their information? Why is it all private? IDcentre: Who else could this be? Can it be anyone else but that yer who beat the mangrove? LeisureSchr: No way. Seems so real! There can be no one but him. KnifeFairy: I just felt goosebumps rise on my body. I will only watch his broadcast in the future. Harvard5thgrade: I am thinking of taking off my pants to just donate. Thements were heated. Clearing the goblin dungeon was forgotten right away. The inte was filled with stories that emerged quickly. Uh Uh? Lee Myung-hwan sat down in his seat. At most, he knew he could only reach up to the 6th floor of the tower. Actually, the towers beginning stages were the time he had aimed to make money. All ruined. Completely ruined. Which motherfucker did that?! His dreadful yell filled the air. Chapter 11: Labyrinth Libarintos (5) Chapter 11: Labyrinth Libarintos (5) Ten days had passed since they had entered thebyrinth and faced the traps inside it. The Minotaur was constantly pursuing them, and hunger andck of sleep were both beginning to take their toll. All of them were stuck in conditions that made survival difficult. As proof of that, their 7-person raid group had now been reduced to only 3. Jin-hyuk, Park Hana and Jang Cheol-sik. Three. If this continues, we will all die. Jang Cheol-sik mumbled with a tired expression on his face. Right. That devilish bastard will take advantage of us and eventually throw us away. Park Hana nodded in agreement. They had been used to avoid traps the whole time. Their fate was unknown, whether as fodder that was thrown into a trap or a lure for the Minotaur. Only one of the two was a surety. Lee Haemin and Jang Mina had died that way. They had tried to kill Jin-hyuk but failed and ended up being used in this way. Anonymous1: Why don''t you just be quiet and give up? Just looking at it, you don''t have the skills. Anonymous6: I think he is someone who can reach the 10th floor. Don''t make a fuss and stay silent. Anonymous3: Yes. If there are two newbies, it is like a bowl of rice to the skilled. Anonymous4: Besides, even his personality is terrible. Even though he''ll eventually kill you, he''s using respectful words and making you walk around with him. I''m getting goosebumps! Anonymous9: The killer next to me is kind. Weep. Park Hanas chat window appeared. They were people who belonged to the ck Crow Guild but hadnt joined the initial climb of the tower. In other words, they were the outside support crew. What information did you find about this person? Anonymous5: All his past videos rted to Tower of Trials are private. Anonymous3: They''ve blocked everything. Viewtube and personal blogs, even things on his phone, can''t be hacked. Anonymous2: We can''t find anything if we don''t know his face. Anonymous1: We have no answer as we don''t know what he looks like. Anonymous6: He''s like the Phantom of the Opera. Anonymous4: I am curious, but does he have the mask on when pooping too? Anonymous7: I tried searching, and he didn''t make a broadcast channel either. Anonymous3: He doesn''t seem to have any intentions of gaining subscribers. Seems like he''s a solo enjoyer. He had a strangely-shaped mask on his face in the videos. On the first day, he hadnt worn a mask. However, it was only for a short time. When Pak Hana had turned on her broadcast in panic, Jin-hyuk had already purchased a ck mask. He had hidden his face since then. Anonymous3: Damn it. If I knew this would happen, I would have acted crazy. I feel so envious. Anonymous4: If you already know the strategy and location of relics, it is a bummer to not be able to get anything. Anonymous7: His frontal lobe must have been shocked. Anonymous1: Wow, all the guys with him are down. Get some tips from him. Anonymous2: Would he even tell anyone? Anonymous3: Lol. Actually, even if I had something, I would use it alone. Why did we think about asking for help from the idiots outside the tower Park Hanas face contorted. They were all justughing and werent giving her any valuable information. Of course, this was frustrating to her. Shut up. Did my brother get informed about this? Anonymous1: Weep. We did tell him. Anonymous5: I did. Anonymous9: But he said it''s hard to find you since you''re too deep. Anonymous3: You''re all bunched together but can''t be found. Anonymous4: Bear Grylls in distress. Anonymous2: Everyone will take a U-turn Anonymous6: Very little is known about thebyrinth, so it will take three more weeks to get to where you are. 3 weeks. In just ten days, all but two of them were dead. Now they had to wait 3 more weeks? Impossible. Park Hanas eyes shone with madness. Even at this moment, she was watching Jin-hyuk sleeping without fear. This monster-like guy wouldnt die no matter how much she tried. Right. She didnt kill him. She only tried to do it. Why? Because she hadnt been sure. It was also because the offence for just an attempt can be considered lower. But now, the man was actively killing them off. He really was. Arent the lives of six people more valuable than one? Even now, there are two people still alive. So he had to die for them to live. How about now? Lets use the fact that hes sleeping as a chance? Jang Cheol-sik picked up a rock from the ground. Although it was a crude method, it would still be effective. Crush his head while hes sleeping! If his head gets crushed, hes bound to die! No. Park Hana shook her head. This man has insane reaction speed and is an absolute monster. Whether we try a head-on or surprise attack, we wont win. They were also first-time wannabe killers. Even before taking into ount the skill of their target, they couldnt do it. And attempts driven by emotion usually ended badly. Then what do we do? Do we wait around until we suffer and die? Suffer? Why? Park Hana exhaled and pulled a sharp sting out from her pocket. There was a clear liquid on it. The Sting of the Giant Bumblebee. That Even a monster would have to eat food, right? It was their job to prepare his meal. Collect moss and mushrooms that grew inside thebyrinth. Cook them over a fire and ce them in a bowl. They had to do everything. Lets get it ready. The Last Supper he will eat! Park Hana imagined Jin-hyuk chewing down on the neurotoxin and suffering in pain! Hehe. It felt like the suffering she was suffering through vanished right away. --- Tap tap. Something poked Jin-hyuk in the shoulder. You should wake up. It was Park Hana. what is it? Jin-hyuk opened his eyes. The meal is prepared. Come and eat. Ah. Is it that time already? Is it moss and mushroom stir fry? Is there anything else to get here? We have bats and moths too. Park Hana snapped back at him. So annoying. Jin-hyuk slowly got up from the ground. His body felt light. The total amount of Rift stat points he had gained over the week added up to 21. Additionally, his battle sense improved through battles with the boss monster. Although he was still Level 1. It wasnt just a typical Level 1. `Absolutely not. The best Level 1. So it was expected. When thebyrinth gets cleared, he moves out that day! Jin-hyuk moved towards where Park Hana and Jang Cheol-sin were waiting. A stinky smell stung his nose. It was a mixture that looked terrible from the outside. A dish made of moss and mushrooms was quite something to eat for survival. It feels like I am walking on the path of a true survivor. He had to give up on his taste buds to shove the food in his mouth. Fortunately, it was full of nutrients. And he was d of that. Miss Park Hana, could you get me some more water? water? Mr Jang Cheol-sik, serve me more of the mushrooms. You want to eat more of this tasteless thing, then sure. With some light conversation, all the preparations werepleted. Jin-hyuk picked up the chopsticks that had been made from bat bones. The rest of the group also sat there. The three of them put the food into their mouths at the same time. But Huhu. Huhu. He ate it. The two of themughed at the same time. Unusually cold air and unpleasant atmosphere. Thud I used poison. Jin-hyuk put down his chopsticks. Right. Because it spreads through the blood vessels. It is useless to resist. Anonymous1: Haha. He gulped it down! Anonymous3: This is what a food thief gets! Anonymous7: Is your throat on fire? Anonymous2: He must be afraid. Can you even use your hands? The public chat window activated. Their obvious gloating made it clear that everyone expected him to die. Of course, they were. The lethal poison antidote was known to be an expensive item. Even the coins he had now wouldnt be able to purchase it. It would be fatal now. And when the poison spread to the heart, it would stop. If only I had eaten the poison. At Jin-hyuks words, Jang Cheol-sik looked shocked. Poison you knew about it? Its not the first time you people have tried something like this. Did you think I would simply gulp down whatever food you give me? How could someone trust another blindly in this kind of ce? And their transparent n of using the food It was too obvious. But Not yet. Park Hana didnt lose herposure. It was as if she had expected this. Who said the food is poisoned? She knew that the target was sharp. Its why she put the poison on the chopsticks, not the food. No matter how wary he was, it would be his loss. Huh! kuak! Kuk! A painful groan. Blood spurted from his mouth. His bodys blood vessels swelled up, making his face look grotesque. But H-How? It wasnt Jin-hyuk who was vomiting blood. K-Kuak Kuak! Jang Cheok-sik groaned in pain as he scratched at his neck with his nails in desperation. His struggle, however, didntst long. The poison had spread in an instant and quickly stopped his heart. This you noticed that? How? How! Just how? Because it was different from usual. After entering thebyrinth, she had never been the person who had asked him toe and eat. It had always been the role of Jang Cheol-sik or someone else. But today, she had set up everything for him. How was this any different from driving someone to the sea on the day their life insurance was expiring? Because of that one small thing.? Such small things are the most important ones. Was the reason that he reached the end of the tower was because of his reflexes or persistence? Sure those things had yed a part. It cant be denied that those things were important, but the most critical factor was something else. The only thing that he could know, what someone skilled would know was because their eyes were different from other yers. No matter how trivial the information seemed, they collected and analyzed it before making a conclusion. That was why he could reach the end. Anonymous1: Fuck. Anonymous4: Did he think of all that because of one little thing? Anonymous2: Fuck. Did his view of Park Hana change with just this? Anonymous5: Just changing the food would have been terrible, but even changing the chopsticks. Anonymous7: He is Conan (Detective Conan). Anonymous3: Don''t overstate it. Anyone would have noticed it, right? Anonymous2: Actually, I noticed too. Anonymous6: 222222 Anonymous8: 333333 And you people Jin-hyuk looked at the people in chat, though he was just pointing into the empty air. Anonymous3: Is it us this time? Anonymous2: Do you think it''s scary if you stare at us? Anonymous3: Close your eyes if you don''t want to get hit when youe to my neighbourhood. Your mouths are all so alive. What is scary about staying on the other side of the monitor? Jin-hyuk smiled. But if you have brains in your heads, then think about why Im mentioning you. If the broadcast was blocked, there was no need to talk to them. He wouldnt have worn the mask as well. But there was a reason to take all this trouble. It was to check who was on the side of Park Hana. And To get evidence that they were using shortcuts. I dont know since you are from the outside, but there is only one case where a live broadcast is allowed. The Tower of Trials had its own rules. [The live broadcast can be turned on only when fighting with the boss or going up to the next floor.] And if the rule was broken [Appropriate measures shall be taken if maniption of the number of views or other misconduct has been detected.] There are penalties. Of course, punishment too. And they were far from mild. [Anonymous has left the chat.] [''The Crow Caws'' has left the chat.] Madam Dolse: W-what is this? Jack Pauer: Why are you leaving suddenly? [''Madam Dolse'' has left the chat.] Tyg123: W-wait. Jo Yeon: Wait! [''Jack Pauer'' has left the chat.] Note20: Fuck. DaramiS2: What is this? The viewers on the public channel vanished one after another. And just moments after [Currently logged in Viewers: 0] T-this makes no sense. Park Hana sat down on the ground, alone. Chapter 12: Labyrinth Libarintos (6) Chapter 12: Labyrinth Libarintos (6) [10 viewers were caught cheating] [These viewers will not be able to watch videos until the following month] [The penalty will inflict damage to parts of the body] [If caught again, the viewer will be permanently expelled.] Their limbs might end up paralyzed. They could lose their sight or taste. If they were unlucky, they might even lose the permanent function of an organ. The penalty for breaking the rules was severe. W-what just happened. Park Hana stuttered. Cold sweat formed on her face. Until now, she had thought she had been the only one walking straight through her prepared n, but it clearly wasnt that. Just how? Did this mean he had figured out all the cards she had prepared? You, just what are you? What would you do if you knew? T-that! because not a single thing makes sense! It is like Her mind is being read. He was like someone who has experienced everything. Park Hana couldnt speak. She knew the rest of hermon sense woulde crumbling down if she said that out loud. And, of course. Jin-hyuk had no intention of answering her either. You wont understand even if I tell you. Even if he told her his username in the Tower of Trials. Even if he talked about what happened there, no one would remember it. It was a character that had gone down a long path. He had been thest yer in that world as everyone else had left. It was then. [Condition met] [You have sessfully copied the unique ability ''Communion (C)''!] [Saving the copied skill in the ''Memory of the World''.] [Communion Acquisition Difficulty: C It can give affinity to other living things. This is true even at the first meeting. However, if the level of the ability is low, the effect will decrease.] A status window appeared in front of him, confirming that he had copied her skill before slowly vanishing. Nice. I finally got it. Jin-hyuk nodded his head, satisfied. A growth-type unique ability. Right now, it was just at C rank, but there was room for growth. B A and even further. Furthermore. The reason that he wanted to acquire this ability wasnt the ability to receivemunion with others. The reason is special. The reason I could get to the towersst floor. It wasnt simply copying a skill. He had acquired these skills because he could fuse the copied skills to create new ones. I will call upon the powers of Memory of the World. Jin-hyuk mumbled in a low voice. The abilities Element of Fire and Communion. There were two recorded now. Woong! Several lines of mes sprouted from his left hand. Woong! And a golden light shed in his right. When Communion was fused with an ability with the fire attribute, its effects would be amplified by almost double. Not bad. Should he say it was closer to being very nice? He would be able to approach people without creating a harsh atmosphere. On the other hand when Communion was fused with a fire-type ability, he could create Stigma. A Stigma wouldpelplete submission from those who were mentally broken. Psss! As his left hand and right hand met, a dazzling light shone between them. [Fusion sessful!] [You have acquired the skill ''Stigma of the Soul (A)''!] [Stigma of the Soul Acquisition Difficulty: A Description: Engrave a ''stigma'' on the target. The stigmatized target must obey the caster''s order and wouldn''t do anything to harm the caster. Failure to do so will inflict terrible pain on the stigmatized body.] It was a cursed me capable of engraving a stigma on the soul. Ba-dump! Ba-dump! Jin-hyuks heart beat rapidly. This exhration filled him up each time he collected a new skill. Right. Thats it! It was because of this satisfaction and excitement that he chose the unique ability of Fusion. Everyone else only depended on their one and only ability. However, he could embrace all of the abilities existing in this world. This is just the start. To climb to the top of the tower, the abilities he needed to gather were as tall as a mountain. Hm? But it was then that Jin-hyuk felt something. It was, Thud! Thud! Thud! Thud! A roar that shook thebyrinth. Roar! The roar of a familiar beast. Right. You were still here? He had gotten so used to it that he had forgotten its existence. It was the other being who lived with them in thisbyrinth. A-again! That monster ising. Park Hana hesitated as she stepped back. The fear seeped into her bones. For Park Hana, the Minotaur was a walking disaster. She had to run away from here, right away. But where? Jin-hyuk was the only person who knew the way out, yet he only smiled while looking into the air. What is so good for you to smile! She wanted to swear at him, but getting out of this ce was her main priority. You will lose if you go and fight, so just tell me where to go. Until now, Jin-hyuk told the party in advance the directions to go so they wouldnt get involved in the battle. The reason behind this was unknown. Maybe he didnt like people getting involved in the fight. Whatever it was, the important thing was that she didnt want to be involved in the fight. But Why do I have to tell you that? Jin-hyuk shrugged. Because until now Until now, I needed something from you, so I protected you. But not anymore. Because he already met the conditions for copying and had gotten her skill. Whether she wandered through thebyrinth, starved to death, or fell into a trap, there was no reason for him to help her now. Are you going to abandon me? In here? Dont make that face. Wasnt it a you die, or I die situation from the start? Anyone who saw them would know that they are too closely tied together. Their rtionship was one based on searching for a gap to secretly attack. As Jin-hyuk said this coldly, Park Hanas face darkened. W-wait! You will regret it. If my Oppa finds out about this! Oppa Why didnt she say this until now? The threat of retaliation from the ck Crow Guild that Park Hajin belonged to. Srng! Jin-hyuk pulled out his dagger. Shh As Jin-hyuk infused magic into it, the force from the dagger made Park Hanas heart shiver. You are so funny no matter how I look at you. Up until now, he mainly avoided attacks to raise his Rift stat. From the standpoint of an observer, there would be no chance of a head-on match. It must have seemed as if they were only running away like loaches. But. Look carefully from there. That stupid guild and me. Which of the two should you fear? What? Park Hana asked incredulously, but Jin-hyuk had already moved. Tak! He then appeared above the head of the running Minotaur. From above. To below. The dagger unerringly fell towards the giant bulls head. Kwang! Ack! A pained scream. Even if the relic said he wouldnt get hurt, that didnt mean there wouldnt be pain. Since he was aiming to kill it with a strengthened +10 weapon It was more than enough force to flip the minotaur upside down. It was worthwhile raising my Rift stat. When he had first met it, the Minotaur had been quite a daunting creature. It was fast and had a wide attack range. There was also the problem of the physical gap. At most, he could have dealt with it for around 20 minutes or so. But The situation changedpletely thanks to the practical experiences and stats that he had earned over the past ten days. Woong! Jin-hyuk titled his head to avoid the ax. At the same time [Lv1'' Element of Fire'' is activated.] A three-pronged stream of fire sted the bulls head in the face. Pupupung! Piercing explosions echoed through the hall, followed by the smell of burning flesh. A direct hit. Gooo! It stumbled. The Minotaurs body shook violently. And it didnt end there. Jin-hyuks eyes narrowed. I will have to continue to push him. He cannot kill it. Then Lets create a simr situation. Kakaka! Kakakakak! The dagger cut through the joints of the Minotaurs ankles and knees. He was aiming for the legs that supported that heavy body. Kwaaaaa! The Minotaur swung its arms to push him back. Of course, Jin-hyuk would never face those kinds of attacks head-on. After retrieving the dagger, he immediately moved back. Wong! The ax cut through the empty air once more. Dont rush in. When you gain muscle, the flesh turns tough. Didnt you know that fat was what made beef taste good? Jin-hyuk groaned. Gooooo! Goooooo! It was natural for the Minotaur to get angry. Just one One hit would snuff out his breath. Whatever the case, finding that one correct timing was the most insanely difficult task. Seeing the minotaur snorting, Jin-hyuk smiled. Should I provoke it a little more? It was almost the end, so he should consider using thatst card. And as expected. The Minotaur, who had dealt with his constant provocations, activated its unique ability. [The Guardian of the Labyrinth activates Lv10'' Berserker''.] [For a duration of 5 minutes from activation, the Minotaur''s attack speed, power, and movement are increased by 30%.] [Intellect increases temporarily.] [It will be able to speak.] Clench! Clench! The muscles on its body were swelling up as its eyes turned red. It was now almost three times its original size. The ax, which had seemed so massive, now looked like a small gardening tool Its appearance was quite hard to describe. H-how could you defeat this? Park Hana fell back as her legs lost strength. This man will not be able to handle it. There is no chance at all now. She knew. No matter how hard he tried, it was useless now. Tingle! Jin-hyuk felt a tingling sensation on his skin. It was a strong magic force. Well It was supposed to be a monster that would meet on the 5th floor or higher in the tower. Even if he tried his best, there was no way for a level 1 yer to beat it. It would be impossible even if there were a hundred yers here. Or even if dozens of people were there. Human! I will tear you apart and scatter your flesh at thebyrinths entrance. I will ensure that people who have lost their minds like you will never invade my ce again! The Minotaur growled. nk! It stretched the ax in front of its body and released a tangible force of magic from within itself that encroached throughout thebyrinth. The soil and moisture in the air were slowly burning. But Not bad. I feel like my magic management is better than before. Still, isnt it better to usend attributes than fire? In terms of efficiency, it looks better? Jin-hyuk was enjoying this pressure. No matter how powerful and fast the attack was, as long as it didnt hit him, he would be fine. And Jin-hyuk had the experience to make it possible. That isnt confidence, Human. It is arrogance and ignorance. Ignorance arrogance? Why was a bull trying to utter such words? Are you an Australian bull? Well. From my view, it isnt me who is arrogant, but you. Did you know that? Huh? Why do you think so? Berserker. You cant use that, can you? There was a reason the bull didnt use it till now. There was a penalty of being unable to move for 24 hours after the effects of Berserker ran out in 5 minutes. It was because of that. you know more than I thought. The Minotaur looked a bit startled. But it was just for a short moment. But do you think you can run from me in that amount of time? Five minutes was long. Especially on such a narrow path. Who said that? Me? Running? mes spread across the de of his dagger. The mes shimmered across the weapon. And at the end. Wheik! Jin-hyuk released his magic. Chapter 13: Labyrinth Libarintos (7) Chapter 13: Labyrinth Libarintos (7) Kwang! The dagger and axe collided, filling the air with sparks. Grrr.! A groan escaped from the mouth of the Minotaur. It wasnt because it was being overpowered. If anything, it was the opposite. It was colliding head-on with a human who should have been swept away. The moment the humans dagger came into contact with its axe. Kaka! Its opponent shifted his centre of gravity, letting the attack merely flow by. It was a level of technique that the Minotaur could not understand. This cannot be. Park Hana watched in shock. There had been no doubt in her mind that Jin-hyuk would lose. After all, he was up against a boss monster that had activated an Lv10 skill. Even all the ck Crow Guild members together wouldnt be able to stand in front of it. The first thought in her mind was to run away. She didnt want to die here after all. But Jin-hyuk wasnt being pushed back by the monster. Instead, hes pushing it back. Bang! Bang! It was a contradiction where the daggers small de was overpowering a massive piece of iron. It was a heart-pounding battle where nothing about it could be understood. Humans can move like that. Park Hana clenched her fist. Furthermore He is smiling. A single mistake could cost his life. Yet, Jin-hyuk was smiling. And at that moment, Jin-hyuk grabbed the Minotaur by the horn and rotated his body. As hended lightly on its head, the disappeared dagger reappeared in his hand. Crack! Just as suddenly as it appeared, it violently prated through the roof of the Minotaurs mouth. ! It couldnt move its mouth because of the dagger now stuck in it. Five minutes are done. Jin-hyuk looked down at the Minotaur with a cold gaze. At the same time Puak! The Element of Fire that Jin-hyuk manifested wasunched directly into the Minotaurs mouth. Crimson, roiling flesh was now visible at the Minotaurs throat. No matter how tough its skin was, the flesh underneath was soft. Kwakwakwang! The mes went through its exposed throat and burned the Minotaurs internal organs. Goooooo! It let out a terrible, guttural scream. [The use time of the unique ability ''Berserker'' has expired.] [The Guardian of Labyrinth is in a ''suspended state'' for 24 hours.] The Minotaur stood still. Ill finish it neatly right now. Jin-hyuk retrieved the dagger from where he had stabbed it through the Minotaurs mouth. As the risk had been high just moments earlier as the Minotaur was enraged, he managed to get Rift stat points. [Rift Status Points: 57] A whopping 57! In terms of levels, that stat amount was enough to bridge a 19-level gap. There isnt much left until my goal of 100 points. The remaining time was 20 days. This should work out nicely. So, now all that was left Jin-hyuk looked behind him. Park Hana was trembling there. Now that he had shown her what he could do, it seemed like she realized that even the entire ck Crow Guild would be of no use here. Jin-hyuk raised his finger at her. What are you doing? Uh? You wonte? Yes! Park Hana got up and rushed towards him Haa. Ha you called? From now on, I will be recruiting interns for the Veteran Company. I-Intern? You mustnt be very ambitious. Why? Dont want the job? If she said she wasnt interested, well it would probably be difficult for her to see sunlight again. Jin-hyuk slightly raised his dagger and moved it in a curve around the air. I-I am interested! Please let me join! I have always wanted to join apany! Park Hana nodded vigorously until her hair got all messed up. Great! This was a good look. An enthusiastic applicant. Then, the question. Please tell us what you can do for thepany in the future. Park Hanas face turned white at the question. I I You? Communion! Right! My unique ability is Communion which makes people get close to me. Even enemies can turn into allies. The Communion ability. A good ability, but He already took it. And? And I will never betray you. Even if you didnt like it, this was how it would go. If he ces a stigma on her, then she wouldnt be able to betray him even if she wanted to. Is that the end of it? Is there nothing more? Step. Jin-hyuk stepped forward. While stroking the dagger with his finger. No. That uhuh wait give me some time to think. Park Hana took a step back, trying to think of something useful to say. She had to make an offer which the other person would like. I will say it. There are so far no sessful internships granted at the Veteran Company Jin-hyuk raised his dagger high in the air and Brahams Ring! Park Hana screamed. Jin-hyuk paused. That Brahams Ring? You have it? From the ck Crow Guild? Not yet, but I will soon get it. This isnt distrust, but I find that hard to believe. Brahams Ring was one of the best items you could get on the 1st floor. It granted increased movement speed, magic resistance and the ability to suppress magic monsters. It was a highly valued item because it had three useful options attached. The problem was that it was almost impossible to get. The key to the dungeon was avable at the starting point on the Korean server. Yet, the dungeon Brahams Ring was located in was at the starting point of the Chinese server. This was the very starting location of the tower. Now there cant be two nations fighting together just to give up what they already had in their hands, right? Especially when this tower had suddenly popped up. He couldnt understand how the guild would have their hands on it. Park Hana bit her lip. My oppa is in China he said he will deal with the other side. He will get the ring in exchange for Korean Ginseng. Korean Ginseng was an edible item known to be excellent for recovering stamina and magic. If that was the case, he didnt have to go through with this. Hopefully, Park Hajin had good contacts in China. Korean Ginseng is good, but would it be good enough to match Brahams Ring? Is something else happening that you arent telling me? I do not know the details of the contract above that. Ah! I-I mean it! It is because of the viewers [Lv1'' Eye of Truth has been activated.''] [Park Hana''s words are ''True''] It didnt seem like she was ying any tricks here. Then this was good. Perhaps, not only Brahams Ring but even Korean Ginseng can be obtained. Jin-hyuk began to think as numerous scenarios yed out in his mind. One, in particr, seemed promising. In the end, I have no choice but to turn hostile with those guys again. China had as many awakened people as Korea. In fact, the giant guild Peoples Republic that was created in Korea was one of thergest guilds in the world. The guild must have already been created and systemized too. It would take at least a month to fully get it online. Unlike the game, there were too many variables in reality. Even if it was small, a month was the minimum. But they havepressed the process. Through a peaceful agreement, maybe? No. Idealism wouldnt be enough to get something like that done. It must have been the result of strong leadership and charisma. And he could guess who was at the top. . Namgung Chun. The child of a warrior family, a genius who was gifted. A ranker who monopolized all kinds of secrets and elixirs within the [Tower of Trials]. Right, it had to be him. As he thought that, Park Hana called out to him. Excuse me Ah, right, he had to take care of her first. Park Hana must have felt a bit worried as she waited for him toe to a conclusion. Congrattions. Jin-hyuk smiled broadly. You are epted into the internship at the Veteran Company! Wow! ps! At the sudden change in his attitude, her face became puzzled. Intern. p. Jin-hyuk mumbled slowly. When the boss apuded, the interns should do it too. Woahh! p! p! p! p! Park Hana pped her hands with excessive sincerity. It felt like he was forcing the reaction out of her, but it didnt matter since he was used to doing this as a BJ. Kyak! Jin-hyuk cleared his voice and continued. Now, ourpany does not pay our interns. The living expenses are covered by a separate part-time job. Another most important thing. Anytime, anywhere. When I call, you should show up. Be it 3 a.m. in the morning or from Jeju ind. Make sure to understand that clearly. Of course, dismissal was right around the corner if they camete or did not attend. Backing out now meant to leave behind your body and soul. I understand Park Hana bowed her head and answered back. And then she said, Should wee up with a contract or something? Of course, we should. There needed to be proof that she was working for him. But It would be a little different from a normal one. Woong Jin-hyuk activated the new skill he had acquired from the fusion. His index finger was shining blue. That isthe contract? Right. Did you think I would write on paper and stamp it? That only worked outside the Tower. Not in here Didnt she know that? Jin-hyuks style was something with a bit more certainty. He then ced his glowing finger on Park Hanas right shoulder. [Engraving Lv1 Stigma of the Soul on Park Hana!] Chii! Umm Park Hana frowned, but she didnt scream. Actually, it didnt hurt too much. It would hurt a lot if she betrayed him. Time passed by quickly. It was a simple routine of raising his Rift stat through battles with the Minotaur, followed by resting. It was a daily routine simr to running on a treadmill but it didnt feel boring at all. I am getting strong. He could feel himself grow daily. So there was no room for boredom. Kwaang! The Minotaur aimed its fists at Jin-hyuks face. But the fist never made it there. It stopped just a few centimeters away. There Jin-hyuk had grabbed its fist with one hand. Why do you seem to be getting weaker? It was a bonus taunt. Kwaaa! The arm of the Minotaur began to swell, but there was no change. Jin-hyuks stats had risen too much, so much so that it could never be narrowed again. Puak! Puak! Instead, Jin-hyuks fist hit the minotaurs side. The body of the Minotaur was being broken by a human. Kuak! Kuak! It took less than 5 minutes for it to faint. I have done this over 100 times already. After a month of fighting it daily, the Minotaurs face became too familiar. At first, he didnt think it would faint, but this was bing a daily routine. If this was daily work, then wouldnt it be worth living it for a year and not just a month? It was then You worked hard, CEO! Park Hana brought over the food made up of moss and mushroom on a te. Ah Cancel that thought he had a moment ago. He could never get used to the food. A spicy kimchi stew. Crispy chicken and cold beer. Sizzling grilled pork with a side of soju to drink. Mint chocte ice cream that looked like toothpaste, which was not for brushing your teeth. He wanted to eat that. Madly. lets go out. Jin-hyuk finally signaled that their time here was almost over. [Rift Stat increased by 0.015 points] As soon as he dodged an attack. Jin-hyuk kicked back. Kwang! The Minotaur rotated 90 degrees. He didnt talk to the Minotaur anymore. The moment he got the stats, the bull got taken down. And finally [Current Rift Stat: 100] 100 stat points. He had reached the point where the stat points hit the maximum limit. Gulp. It felt like something that had piled up inside him was soaring up. At the same time I-I see light over there! The end of thebyrinth could be seen. They had finally arrived at the end of this long journey. Chapter 14: Veterans Of The Tower (1) Chapter 14: Veterans Of The Tower (1) [Name Libarintos (Clear) Type: Labyrinth Difficulty: B Description: Abyrinth of Crete designed by Daedalus. It is characterized by itsplex maze and various types of traps.] [You have cleared thebyrinth on the first floor for the first time!] [This event will be recorded in the Hall of Fame tomorrow.] [yer Kang Jin-hyuk and Park Hana will receive 5,000 coins each!] The sunlight was blinding and the fresh air filled and refreshed their hearts. Phew Jin-hyuk closed his eyes and savored the taste of the fresh air. W-were alive! We made it! Park Hanas eyes welled up with tears. What a hellish month she had to suffer through. She was chased by a Minotaur all day and couldnt even sleep at night. She was also made to support Jin-hyuk with meals made of disgusting moss and mushrooms. But she survived. Right, she survived that hell. But her happiness was cut short as Jin-hyuk patted her on the shoulder. Uh? Coin. C-Coin what? Park Hana slowly looked up. Is she pretending not to know? Well, it was an amount that no one would want to give up. With 5,000 coins, she would be able to outright purchase a D-grade item. Acting like you dont know? Or will you give it to me? Jin-hyuk spread out his palm. All of the profits in this contractual rtionship needed to go into the hands of the CEO. I will give it to you. Park Hana handed over the coins with a gloomy face. Nice. This pushed the total number of coins in his possession over 10,000. Jin-hyuks smile widened as he thought of the money. The benefit of initial reward is definitely worthwhile. At least at this point, no yer had more coins than him. Get Brahams Ring and bring it back within three days to me. That! three days is too short! Now you have two days. Open your mouth one more time, and youd have one day. Any more words, and shed need to go get it right now. I will try. Park Hana bowed her head. Her expression was rotten despite escaping from thebyrinth and seeing the fresh start to a new life. Although freed from the monsters, her life as a ve had just begun. Especially with a bloody boss like Jin-hyuk, her future would be more painful than hell. Do not make a face like you are about to die. I will let you climb the Hall of Fame alone. At Jin-hyuks words, Park Hana looked shocked. Is that possible? In the case of two or more yers, only the representative can upload. Park Hana bit her finger. Abyrinth no one had cleared yet. If she made it known that she cleared it alone, she was bound to receive a lot of attention. Losing colleagues. Not being able to level up this entire month. All of it could be forgiven. No, why would he?! There would be an uproar in the media, and the inte would say that a promising prospect hade. For Park Hana, who liked getting attention, it was a reward she couldnt help but walk toward. And for Jin-hyuk, it was a chance to escape from bothersome attention. How many viewers know about you? Why? Im not too sure We never know. Looking at the chat she had with her viewers, the probability of her disliking them seemed pretty high. However, as Park Hana said, there was a factor called We never know. Then do something to make them not speak up about it. You mean? I dont think the police will be interested just because a few people go missing. Well, it will still be the case even if they were. There would not be enough manpower to focus on anything but the tower right now. The priority would drop further if the case was just a disappearance rather than a murder. You know how to do it right. He didnt have to tell her, because this was Park Hanas specialty. After separating from Park Hana, Jin-hyuk headed to the starting point. As he passed through the gate, he saw the familiar sight of Seoul. Ah, he wasnt quite used to it yet. There was a huge electric billboard that had been put up in front of the gate. [Ah, did you hear? In a week, the Dangun guild is rumored to be Koreas representative to attack the 3rd-floor boss monster.] [Oh! Dangun is the number one guild in Korea.] [Yes. As expected, Europe and Japan had failed after the US, so expectations are being focused on Korea now.] [It would be great if we could also do it with the Chinese side, but they havent responded yet.] [Right. Its because various interests are intertwined, so it is a fact that each nation moves for its own sake rather than cooperate. Now that this has happened, I think we should find a way to break through with our own strength, rather than expecting help from other nations.] [If it is the Dangun guild, I think they can do it.] News about the tower was being reported on the billboard. An attack attempt on the 3rd-floor boss monster The yers had climbed a lot in just one month. Wow. Already on the 3rd-floor boss? As expected of humans! wasnt a very well-epted sentiment. The initial condition was just to reach the floor within 90 days. In other words, there had been no need to reach the 2nd floor yet, let alone the 3rd. But They are trying to take down the boss and reach the 4th floor. Because they covet the numerous resources that existed in the tower. Rather than leveling up and growing steadily, they chose to jump up. Seriously if they dont have the skills, they will end up regretting it so muchter. It was possible to climb up easily now, but the higher they went, the tighter the time limit would be. Their basics would be poor, but the difficulty would increase. The pressure of a 90-day time limit would continue to be stronger. And this wasnt a game where they could just rechallenge from the beginning. Anyway, I will take over the first clear. It is speed control. I guess I can do it at my pace. Jin-hyuks eyes turned to the billboard. Tomorrow the story of Park Hana will be all over the news. For this reason, he conceded the spot in the Hall of Fame. Excessive attention. It was a double-edged sword. If you got recognized and secured a ce, no one would be able to touch you And it would most likely be a stumbling block to the most crucial early growth period. For mankind. For the nation. And for others. If the individual efforts faded in the name of public interest, then it was simply the tyranny of the majority. Although people who only went after fame and attention would get caught in this trap, he wasnt one of them. First, lets gather some information about what happened this past month. It was possible through the inte. But to get quality information where a multitude of them was being spread Well. It would cost a lot of time and effort. There was a better way. Jin-hyuk joined the [Tower of Trials]munity forum. Numerous categories and articles filled the screen. He would have to find the one he wanted. One yer he had been keeping an eye on since he entered thebyrinth/ Where are you? Jin-hyuks eyes moved quickly. Finding just one name among many was hard. However, Jin-hyuk began his search in ces with high potential. [Todays popr posts], [Hall of Fame], [Hot Tips Board] And finally Found it. A familiar name stood out. [MrBaldHuman Member Since: August 13, 2007 Details: Undisclosed] MrBaldHuman. He was still here. Jin-hyuk logged in with the ID that he had yed the game with. Captain Teemo It was the ID he had used to sign up on July 1, 2007. It was nice to be back after a long time, but Damn it, why did I have to use such an ID 11 years back? There were a lot of cooler things that I could have used! Iron Man, Sword King, Warrior God, etc Things he could have proudly said instead of! At that time, he had been obsessed with Teemo, a fluffy character attacking the opponent from the inside. It was an irreversible mistake, yet, one thing was sure. MrBaldHuman. Its at least better than this guy. CaptainTimo: Hello! Do you remember me? Will he answer back? They fought together once, but that was a thing of the past. His message could get ignored now since the other person had his own activities. And just as he was thinking that MrBaldHuman: Hahaha! Salute! Captain Timo! It has been so long! The answer came faster than he thought. He seems to remember me. It had been 7 years since hest saw them in the game Jin-hyuk felt touched for some reason. MrBaldHuman: Wow! But why didnt you reply to me till now? Since day one, I have been trying to send a message to find you. CaptainTimo: Oh, I have been a bit busy for thest month. MrBaldHuman: Hahah, what? Were you on a deserted Ind? CaptainTimo: Well, a simr ce Called the Labyrinth. He struggled with life and death there for one month. Of course, there would be an inevitable information gap. But he was happy, though. He had someone who would give him information. If it was this guy, he would know more about the Tower of Trials than anyone else. So he would only need to ask this one person alone. CaptainTimo: Instead of just talking in chat, I would like to meet and talk in person. Do you have time? MrBaldHuman. Ah, of course! But, I was supposed to meet with the Nuclear Fist of Bulkwang District. Can we three meet together? Another unexpected name. Nuclear Fist of Bulkwang District. He had decided to meet with that person too? Is this the feeling of beingpletely out of the [Tower of Trials] for the first time? He was curious. To actually meet the people who he had only interacted with in-game. Any worries he had didntst long. CaptainTimo: Pleasee to the entrance of the Tower of Trials. We can head to a regr caf from there. --- It was a moderate cafe with a fair amount of traffic. Jin-hyuk took a seat at a table at the back of the caf. Have 30 minutes passed since he started sipping on his cold choctette? ck! The door opened, and a man and woman entered. He could tell without even checking. Those two were MrBaldHuman and Nuclear Fist of Bulkwang District. Hello. I am Mr. Bald Human. He was just over 170 cm tall. A man with curly, permed hair, fair skin, and a bright smile. He looked quite cute, quite emotional too. In the game, his avatar had been that of a bald ck man with an outfit made up of leopard print panties, bee tails, and butterfly wings This guy, really Ha, isnt this the guy who started shouting after setting fire to the worm in thatbyrinth? [Your blood pressure has risen] [There is a risk.] He agreed. It felt like his cheeks were tingling. At the same time, the woman who had entered together introduced herself. I am Nuclear Fist of Bulkwang District. She was a slightly taller woman at around 167 cm with healthy and slightly tanned skin. Her long straight hair matched perfectly with her workout clothes. This person was obviously The fat man who wore boxing gloves and a floral tube around his waist. No doubt. That was the appearance of this womans character, who often shouted, There is no mercy in my fists!. An image forever etched into his mind. So amazing. Right, it was amazing. Of course, he had been expecting to meet some old bearded men. But these kids look normal? No, in another sense, they both stand out. Jin-hyuk thought as such before saying. CaptainTimo. He had forgotten that fact for a moment. The crazier veterans act in the game, the more likely they are perfectly normal people in reality. Chapter 15: Veterans Of The Tower (2) Chapter 15: Veterans Of The Tower (2) Everyones words of introduction were apanied by the sound of ice being stirred in coffee. MrBaldHumans real name was Lee Taemin. He is currently a student in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Korea University. Hold on a minute. How? He yed games hardcore in high school and still ended up attending such a good university? It was a university that even people who studied for 10 hours a day would find difficult to enter. This guy was amazing. In many ways. Now then, shall I take a look at his abilities? Jin-hyuk clicked his tongue and activated the Eye of Truth. Name: Lee Taemin Gender: Male Age: 23 Level: 11 Strength 12 Agility 15 Stamina 16 Magic 21 Stats Points: 0 Coins Held: 2,500 upation: None Unique Ability: Machine King Skills: Lv2'' Sandbox Mode'' Lv2'' Command'', Lv2'' Hacking'' As expected, he has this skill. Jin-hyuk narrowed his eyes. Machine King. A unique ability that was specialized for usingrge-scale equipment. In the past, Lee Taemin had enjoyed using this skill to do wide-area hunting in the game. He was a well-bnced type. It was an ability that was useful but consumed too much mana. Then the next person Jin-hyuk moved his gaze towards the woman. Her real name was Yoo Yeon-hwa. It was his first name hearing the name, but it felt familiar. Which family did she belong to? Well, after her short introduction, that small mystery was resolved. Yoo Cheon-young. He is a living legend in the world of martial arts who shocked the world with his taekwondo skills. Yoo Yeon-hwa was that mans granddaughter. She should be the granddaughter who didnt hurt people at all. But when they yed [Tower of Trials] together, she used to go around beating up 7-meter tall giants with just her bare hands. After seeing her now, it felt natural. She shared that mans blood, after all. Jin-hyuk used the Eye of Truth once again. Name: Yoo Yeon-hwa Gender: Female Age: 25 Level: 12 Strength 25 Agility 22 Stamina 17 Magic 5 Stats Points: 0 Coins Held: 4,775 upation: None Unique Ability:Supreme Shock Taekwondo Skills: Lv3'' Heavenly Flower Cultivation'' Lv2 ''Never back Down'' Lv2 Magic Enhancement. She was interesting as well, abination of a super close range damage dealer and a tanker. Her ability and skills were something that matched her well. Seeing their simr levels, the two of them must have been hunting together. Well, the two of them did get along well in the past. [Copy Condition: Both yers are your long-time colleagues. When all three yers reach the 20th floor of the tower, the yer would be able to copy Lee Taemin and Yoo Yeon-hwa''s unique abilities.] Jin-hyuk, who read the copy condition, nodded his head. Was it because these abilities belonged to veterans? It seemed like copying them wouldnt happen easily. It will be quite difficult. But it didnt matter. He would be able to copy their skills once the three of them reach the 20th floor. Hyung, what are you doing? Isnt it your turn? Lee Taemin tilted his head from his seat in front of Jin-hyuk. Jin-hyuk, who had been nodding into the air, must have looked strange as other people were unaware of the Eyes of Truth. I am Kang Jin-hyuk. 27 years old, and I used to be a BJ on Paprika TV. Oh hyung, you were a BJ? If its Paprika TV, I sometimes watch it too! A game? Or did you mukbang? Hyung is handsome, so you must have decent viewer numbers. Taemin asked him with a smile. No matter how much they yed together in the game, this was their first meeting in the real world. Yet, this guy didnt seem to care about being cautious with strangers. Yes. But Ive quit now. Ehh. Just rx, hyung. Its not like we just yed together two or three times for you to be ashamed. Right. Befortable. That did help him a little. Both of them were good people. I also thought our rtionship wouldnt be damaged just because I was a BJ. No, maybe because he had been around people who always backstabbed him, he ended up building more walls. Weighing the profits. A month of a relentless feeling of having a knife held against his neck. He got so used to that kind of feeling that kindness felt awkward. Companions It had been a while since I thought of such a thing. Jin-hyuk smiled and nodded. Yes. The awkwardness gradually subsided as the three spoke, letting Jin-hyuk be a bit more active. The fragrance of the coffee wasnt bad either What? There were a lot more things that he wanted to eat, so he looked for famous restaurants that served pork belly. When he felt the taste of the stew that was filled with thick, golden, shining meat and tofu touch his lips, he almost cried. Moss and mushrooms arepletely different from this. Often there were scenes in novels where people who returned after being transmigrated into another world for hundreds of years break down crying while eating Korean food. But in reality, you didnt have to be gone for a hundred years. It was just human nature to go so far as selling their soul for a single Choco Pie if they had been left on a mountain and fed nothing but grass. His mind suddenly went back to the training camps of military service. Memories of the church on Sundays. Ah! Come to think of it Another thing he wanted to eat came to his mind. There was a Ver below. How about buying ice cream for dessert? Ice cream! Since hyung and noona paid here. I will buy it. What vor? Lee Taemin got up from his seat first. Mint Choco. JIn-hyuk answered without hesitation, and the two frowned. Ugh, that toothpaste vor? Hyung is quite different. It is like brushing teeth after a meal. These brats Dont you know that mint and chocte were the bestbination? Anything else can be left behind but not this! Do not curse at mint chocte again. It was a vor with a concrete supportingyer and base, making it harder to makepared to other vors. As they ate, Jin-hyuk heard what had happened during the past month. Most of the interesting topics surrounded the birth of various guilds and the towers resources. They also talked about the policies of different nations and the value of the system coins. Not a single bit of important information was missed. As you know, most of the guilds that yed the game regrouped.. Lee Taemin moved his finger. And Woong! [Lee Taemin activates Lv2 Sandbox Mode] Seven objects appeared in the air. Americas Titan, Europes Olympus, Chinas Peoples Republic, Japans Samurai, Indias Gandara and finally, Koreas Dagun and Father of Fighting. The objects were the symbols of the guilds, which represented each nation. Yoo Yeon-hwa nodded as she looked at them. I guess everyone knows. It is advantageous to monopolize the information among only guild members. Right. At least the yers in the guilds werent stupidly giving that up. They would not ept new members into the guild nor release any advanced information in their possession. How about the BJs? There must be people who rake in coins while working as frencers? Lee Taemins face darkened at the question. Yes. Celebrities who have been active in the past are trying to hoard viewers by putting themselves out there. Besides, this is just a rumor, but it seems like there are people who are trying to operate a Coin Factory like what happened in the past. They say this group is called Demon, and talk about them are raging in the news these days. they must be insane. Right. If they get caught, life in prison would feel nice byparison. Coin Factory. In a word, it was a ce that forced people to watch a specific persons video for the sake of the views. In the past, it didnt matter because NPCs took over that role in the game, but not anymore. If people were locked in a factory or studio and made to do this for the sake of coins, the government wouldnt stand still either. But Jin-hyuk was sure that Lee Taemins words werent just rumors. The world has changed. Common sense that everyone epted had been shattered. This meant that the future couldnt be judged by how the past worked. A warning. They both should know about that person. If the two of you go together, the chances of being beaten are low, but I will tell you anyway. Jin-hyuk slowly said. A month back, I met the Knife-man. Ugh!? That leech? They both yelled back. Yah! Softy! Everyone was staring! But the questions continued toe without care. W-where? Oppa. Does that person also pull out a knife in real life? Completed Sword. He was a ranker who used sword techniquesbined with barriers in a terrifyingbination. They often met when ying Tower of Trials. There was no talking, and they just attacked each other. Of course, every time they fought, Jin-hyuk made sure that the Completed Sword lost. Did he kill that guy over 100 times? Ordinary people would have given up. But the problem was that the guy had either a goal or a sense of rivalry He fell into a strange delusion and kepting. Exactly right behind me. It was no joke. The guy would stalk him when sleeping, eating, and even when using the washroom, so he couldnt even shut his eyes in peace. Not face to face. When I went, he had already vanished from the Museum with the Iron Sword of Qianlong. That guy too aimed for the replica no, wait. Then you went there too? Didnt they say it looked like hell? Ive had a feeling for a while, but, oppa, you have a really strong heart. How did you even get the idea to go there? I went because I had something to take. Well, be careful. We cant tell who he is from his appearance, but well be able to figure out who he is if we see their unique abilities or skills. This was why bringing back abilities you used in the game was a double-edged sword. While there was the advantage of familiarity, it gave up the yers identity. Yes. Thanks for letting me know. Phew. We need to be careful. I dont know about oppa, but I am a bit scared Both of them sighed a little. It seemed like the terrible memories of the past were running in their heads. At this point, it appeared the information sharing was done too. Should we end it for today? Jin-hyuk leaned in his chair. One minute and one second of pity Eating and drinking were enough Uh? Already? It is 9 already. Starting tomorrow, he needed to climb the Tower. Besides, he had returned after a month, so he wanted to take a hot bath and sleep in a proper bed. The two reluctantly got up. But hyung. You said you have been away for a month, right? I did. Then you werent tested? Test? What test? At his reaction, they both looked like they expected this. As the death toll increased from the 2nd floor onwards, only those who passed the test in the Awakened Association could go there. A kind of verification Yoo Yeon-hwa showed her wrist. It was a barcode that looked like a tattoo. Oh, look at this. So, they wanted to stop idiots from dying inside. Well, could it only mean that? If a justification was given, it would undoubtedly reduce the publics reluctance to take the test. Reduce the number of victims. But what was the higher purpose here? What was the true purpose? It was to identify any hidden talents. To be precise, they wanted to bring talented yers to their side. Suddenly, he thought of the first day the tower appeared. Han Sang-jin was it? That man who called himself the head? President of the Awakened Association? He couldnt forget his shallow tactics of trying to gather awakened yers through a news broadcast. The ce to take the test. Where is it? It was an excellent chance to see how much he had grown over the years No. The ocean I have been longing for. Ba-dump! Jin-hyuks heart began to beat a little faster. This system was created by the Awakened Association. There was a way to use it. To my advantage. Chapter 16: Awakened Test (1) Chapter 16: Awakened Test (1) The next day, the three of them headed to the Seoul Arts Center, where the Awakened Association was located. The first thing which caught his eyes was the 150-floor skyscraper. Jin-hyuk tilted his head up. He could see the top of the building touching the clouds. Is this constructed with the unique ability of the architecture field? He had heard of it but seeing it was amazing. And this was finished in just a month? This is the headquarters of the association. There are tests and work rted to the tower here. Wow. Come to think of it, it has already been 3 weeks. When I took the test, my heart was trembling. Eh, are you kidding? You can defeat King Kong with your bare hands. That is why even the examiners there were scared of you. Oh my, are you actually saying that to me, Taemin? Yoo Yeon-hwa was smiling, but her lips were stiff and straight. At that moment Shh~ Goosebumps appeared on Jin-hyuk and Lee Taemins bodies. This It was a simr feeling as to when he had first encountered the minotaur. Maybe he was mistaken. maybe. Taemin gulped and changed the subject. Ah. Right! If hyung gets a rank this time, why dont the three of us join the same guild? Guild? Why a guild? Dagun and Father of Fighting dont often ept new members, but hyung and us should be able to pass their screening. To be honest, starting from the 15th floor, it will be tough to attack without healers, buffs, and debuffs Ah, because of that? Well, it wasnt just once or twice that a small number of people entered abyrinth and got annihted. No matter how strong one was, the higher you climbed, the more limited a solo yer became. So these two decided that having helpers would be helpful. Tch. Jin-hyuk clicked his tongue. Wasnt that a cause of failure when climbing the tower? Experience, items, hidden pieces. Those who would be able to eat it all up alone in the past would have to share if they moved in a group, right? If he had to, hed rather take people he could discard at any time. I think it should be clear by now, but I have no intention of belonging to a group. Being tied down to a guild felt disgusting. Especially if the higher-ups in the guild were the types who made too many orders. Then hyung, me and nuna. Would just the three of us work? No, the efficiency will drop even if its just us. Sharing between the three of them wouldnt work either. The best way would be In principle, each of us should move separately but join together for specific locations. The two of you are already working together, so you would be able to handle it, but I am morefortable working alone. Right, this was for the best. Three people are already tough, but you want to go alone? Oppa, isnt that too dangerous? They looked shocked. Of course, they would be. Lee Taemin and Yoo Yeon-hwa were yers who climbed up to the 20th floor of the tower. That meant they had put in enough time and effort to achieve that, so they knew better than anyone. Whatever the level, a solo act was an inevitable path to death. But there was something that even these two didnt realize. There was a clear difference in ss, even among veterans. And The fact there was a yer who wandered alone, even after everyone else had left, and saw the end. Lets start with the test for now. We should go before it gets crowded. Jin-hyuk smiled and headed for the building. Uh? Uh. Su. ure. And the two followed him with sullen faces. Here, everyone who came, please take a numbered ticket and wait for your turn! The D-09 test is up, so if you qualify, go to the test center! The inside of the building was crowded with people wanting to take the test even though it was a weekday. Considering how many were deceived, it felt like the seductive promises worked fine. Please, please bring in a good rank. Even an E would do, If I can just get into one of the top 10 guilds. My life will flourish Let me sign the contract with the association! Please! I will be proud to have the civil service card around my neck. If you received a rank below F, you wouldnt get the chance to enter the 2nd floor, let alone get recruited into a guild. Therefore, everyone prayed earnestly as if hoping to win a lottery. They prayed to stand out from the others. Of course Jn-hyuk looked at them with cold eyes. People with this kind of mindset wouldnt even survive for a month in the tower. At best, it would be obvious that they would be losers on the floors that forced them topromise with reality. No, theyd probably go silent even then. It was because it hurts more to simply get caught by the ankles. Jin-hyuk turned his gaze away and pulled out his ticket. Group E-01. It was worthwhile toe early. Currently, group D is halfway done. He would have to wait just another hour to get his own done. But what is it with today? Arent there more reporters than usual? Lee Taemin looked around. At the very least, there were dozens of reporters waiting for someone. They looked like anxious dogs waiting to pounce on meat. Right. It is odd. Yoo Yeon-hwa said in agreement. Usually, only four or five reporters were here. Unless arge guild came, there would be no reason for this many reporters toe. Was there an unexpected event happening? The moment they thought that. They heard amotion at the entrance as a group of people entered with a shout. Park Hana! It is Park Hana from the ck Crow Guild! Park Hana. How could she not be known? The rookie who set the media on fire through her appearance in the Hall of Fame. Wow. Is she Park Hana? The one who survived thebyrinth? dope. I watched it on loop on Viewtube. To see her in person. Next to her is Park Haejin. I heard he did a deal with the Chinese side not too long ago. Faces that were simr to each other. Besides these two, another person caught the peoples attention. Oh my god! Isnt that Kim Gitae from Fathers of Fighting Guild! sh! The cameras began to sh all at once. One of the sevenrgest guilds in the world and the secondrgest in Korea. Even a ranker from them was also here. Do not miss a single shot! A front shot, please. A picture with all three! The reporters were thrilled at this. No, they couldnt help but feel excited as this was a scoop that would be used on the front page. Phew. A towering man, standing over 190 cm, approached. Kim Gitae lowered his sunsses with an annoyed look. What is with the people? I am busy. All the dogs and cows seem to be getting tested here. It seems like more people are dreaming about making money. Why wouldnt peoplee to the tower in todays world when that is their chance to get a rise in their status? Park Hajin answered. Anyway, they are bugs which suck onto others. Dont they know there is no point in trying even for a hundred days? If they had known, they would have nevere. If they knew that the fountain that they wanted to live in would inevitably get crumpled. Anyway, it is a good day today. It is all because of you siblings who came all the way here, but if you make a mistake you both know, right? O-of course! Dontworry at all. The siblings nodded their heads. This was a golden thread they had barely managed to catch. Whatever they had to use, they needed to hold onto it tightly. And the n was perfect. Since we dont have time, lets clear the people in line. The reporters are waiting too. We cannot stay here for long. Park Hajin nodded at the guards next to him. Clear the path. Cant you see people passing by? Move to the left and right! Move! Move quickly if you dont want to be stamped on. The yers of the ck Crow Guild scrambled to clear the line, and the path split open like Moses parted the Red Sea. There was no one toin about it. Ahem! Where do we put the personal information All the officials there turned their eyes away. This was the reality. The high-ranking guilds stood above all. But The steps of the people stopped. Three people were blocking the path without moving away. To be precise, two were trying to dissuade one person. In particr, the one not moving was sipping cold water. Who are you? Didnt you hear us? Uh? What? Jin-hyuk tilted his head. No, seriously. He took the ticket and waited for his turn, so how dare this guye in and act all mighty? If he came right now, he should be in group F to get tested. Ah, no As if remembering something, Jin-hyuk looked and pushed his ticket to the man. This is what the Americans call the alphabet with A, B, C, D and then E. Thenes F. If you dont know, memorize it right now. He might not know the order. Usually, one learned it in elementary school. He felt bad for this man. I feel bad, man. Did he have a tough time in his family? W-who asked for that! The mans face turned red. Puah! What is this? An eye test? Laughter came from behind. Kim Gitae, who was watching it from behind, didnt move but frowned. It was like he was trying to figure out this situation. And finally Tch. You assholes. Get out of here! Park Hajin came from behind the members. I dont know who you are, but you are making a huge mistake right now. It isnt toote, so shut it before we beat you up. Intimidation was so cruel. Is this the guy Park Hana was talking about? Looking at his eyes, he wasnt the kind to hesitate even for a second before killing someone. Interesting. How could the siblings be this simr to each other? It is all fine, but can you talk a bit further? My eyes are stinging from the smell from your mouth. H-Hyung! Lee Taemin grabbed his wrist. Oppa! Why are you doing this? Even Yoo Yeon-hwa was surprised. Bastard! Did I hear it right? That person. Park Hajin He seems to want to die. Is he sane? Even those who were watching were biting their lips. Of course. Park Hajin was the most surprised one. You what did.? Park Hajins face turned red. Why? Is that thing on your neck not a head but an empty dumpling? It seems like the air is polluted from just breathing close to you. Jin-hyuk smiled brightly and tried to wrap up the words prettily. This was all just a bonus. This jerk. Can you handle this? If you think I wont touch you because so many are watching Ah, please. Who would be even scared of you if it wasnt the Guilds name? Fathers of Fighting? You think the guild is nothing without that name? Right? You are doing well in Korea with the Fathers of Fighting Guild. You people and Jin-hyuk shrugged and said. What was the name again? ck Raven? Or ck Crow, what is it? There was no white crow in the world, so why specify the color? Idiots. By any chance, are you dumb? Or maybe a guy who didnt know how to deal with the world? Jin-hyuk didnt understand why a guild named themselves something as basic as the ck Crow. You! Fucking worm! I changed my mind. You need to die! Park Hajin pulled out a sword with his hand. Surely You started the fight first. In an instant, the air changed. Cold enough to give goosebumps to the whole body. Chapter 17: Awakened Test (2) Chapter 17: Awakened Test (2) Name: Park Hajin Gender: Male Age: 26 Strength 16 Agility 15 Stamina 16 Magic 12 Stat Points: 0 Coins: 1,580 upation: None Unique Ability: Lethal Sneak Attack Skill: Lv3 elerate, Lv2 Stealth, Lv2 Shallow Breath He had already checked Park Hajins status with the Eye of Truth. An assassination ability that had a strong chance of sess one-on-one. In particr, the Shallow Breath was also a covetable skill. Its a passive skill useful in prolonged battles. It was definitely helpful for this work. So he liked it [Copy Condition: If you increase the target''s affinity to the maximum, you can copy the ''unique ability.'' If you increase the target''s hostility to the maximum, you can copy one desired ''skill.''] To satisfy these conditions Raising his hostility wouldnt be difficult. Jin-hyuk smiled. On the other hand, Park Hajins face became more distorted. This jerk you are smiling in this situation? Srng! But when he drew his sword, Jin-hyuk moved half a beat faster. He held out the water bottle in his hand in front of him. Chak! He then sprayed the water from the bottle onto Park Hajins face. What? Park Hajin closed his eyes. It was for less than a second, but even a brief moment could be crucial in battles. The sword that was drawnte only cut through the air. Of course, the expected spray of blood and scream of pain didnte. He didnt feel any resistance. Something felt wrong, and the moment he realized it Throb. He felt a sharp pain in his thigh. Kuaaak! His body copsed to the ground as he grabbed his thigh and groaned in pain. A strike that had been aimed quickly and precisely. Park Hajin knew he couldnt get up right now, let alone fight. W-what happened? Did he attack and fall over too? I dont know. An absurd mistake or unexpected luck. That was what it looked like for the spectators. Of the hundred people present, only three were able to fullyprehend the movement. They were Lee Taemin, Yoo Yeon-hwa, and Kim Gitae of the Fathers of Fighting guild. I knew he was better than us, but this level is insane! Lee Taemin gulped. The timing of that surprise attack. The timing to use that small gap in the form and attack Park Hajins thigh. It all looked like a fluke to the other people, but everything there was calcted. Park Hajins leg wasnt in a normal condition now, either. He wasnt even sure how severe the injury was. Ugh A sad sigh came from Yoo Yeon-hwas mouth. That was because the appearance of someonepletely overwhelming had ovepped the image of this man with her grandfathers. No, this man is worse than grandfather. At that time, her grandfather had the purpose of training her. But now? There was nothing the victim could learn. It just looked like he was doing it for fun. W-what? Park Hajin couldnt understand the situation at all. Obviously, the other person should have been the one on the ground. Then why Was he feeling the cold marble on his cheek? Damn it! He cursed out loud. How dare he do something like this while Kim Gitae was watching?! Even if he was careless, this was an irreversible mistake. This bastard, for real! Park Hajin tried to get up from the ground but felt intense pressure pressing down on his neck. Crush! Kuak? Your neck is broken. Lie down. Jin-hyuk looked down at Park Hajin from above. Ugh! Ugh! Foot. Your foot! Dont you clean it? Park Hajin struggled. He tried to shake it off, but the opponents leg didnt even budge. O-oppa! Park Hanas voice was heard through the crowd. Having heard themotion, she ran to the front. What kind of bastard!? Park Hana red at the person who had attacked her brother, but the moment her eyes registered who it was. Tremble. Her entire body began to tremble. Uh, uh? A person she had never wanted to meet again. A devil she didnt even dare look at was standing in front of her. Oh my. I didnt expect to see you so quickly. Intern. Jin-hyuk smiled brightly. W-why are you here sir? Why? For the test. I was upset since this guy was pushing and shouting too loudly. Jin-hyuk pushed his foot down a little more. Kuaak! Park Hajin began to wriggle in pain and stopped screaming. The hall became a little bit quieter now. But the condition to copy the skill isntplete yet? He thought that doing this would bring his hostility levels to the max. Apparently, the conditions were more demanding than he thought. Well then, the only choice is to go harder. Just as he thought that Enough. He felt a heavy pressure on his shoulder Kim Gitae. [''Eye of Truth'' has been activated] [The skill activation has been canceled because the level difference has exceeded a certain level!] He couldnt see the mans status window with his eyes. Right, that meant He is well over level 20. The domination and monopoly of the hunting grounds. This was the reason everyone wanted to join arge guild. Jin-hyuk looked at the hand on his shoulder and then mumbled. I didnt know. What didnt you know? That this guy would bring along a nanny. It was a provocative statement, but there was no change in Kim Gitaes expression. He is a hard worker, so it cannot be helped. There are some areas where this guy is useful in his own rights. A good one then Jin-hyuk smiled. Is it because you are providing a supply of Korean Ginseng to China? What? Unlike before, these words made Kim Gitaes expression change. His eyes shook visibly, and even the hand on Jin-hyuks shoulders trembled for a second. How do you know that? The question is a bit wrong. You arent supposed to ask how I know. If this information was known, if anyone could get such information. Then You should be asking if I can solve the Korean Ginsengs side effects problem. As soon as those words left Jin-hyuks mouth. Woong! [Kim Gitae activates Lv3'' ckout Barrier''] A ck curtain began to open around them as Park Hajin, Park Hana, and everyone else around them vanished. In a world cut off from the outside, Kim Gitae looked at Jin-hyuk. You who are you? How do you know all of that? This guy had been interesting at first. A random person in the testing location had yed around with Park Hajin. He had even admired his quick reflexes for a moment. But the words from Jin-hyuk had turned that interest into an ufortable and ominous curiosity. In the end, it turned to hostility. He had no choice but to feel as such. This man Knew too many things. I think you are asking the wrong question again. Jin-hyuk shrugged. It doesnt matter what and how I came to know. You should have asked if I could exchange the information I knew for something. This wasnt a time for questions. The results of this chat would decide his actions. The motive and process were irrelevant to him. An exchange? Yes. Well, I will be telling you all about reducing the side effects after all. Kim Gitae pursed his lips. But it was only for a moment. It sounds like you had already prepared the deal ahead of time? If this was improvised it would be impossible as there were too many things to consider. A stage was prepared only by knowing the target in advance. If things were made to happen that way, it made sense that everything up till now unfolded as it had. JIn-hyuk just shrugged his shoulders. Right. Actually, I knew you would be here. As soon as he heard from Lee Taemin yesterday that a test was being held here, he considered things that could happen. A ce to showcase the self. Park Hana, who made it into the Hall of Fame and had raised her reputation, would not miss this chance. Of course, she would move in the morning. And that brother of hers was anxious about their guilds growth. But the considerations didnt end there. Would Park Hajin, who wanted to strengthen his reputation,e alone? No way. He must want to attract the attention of strong people. Of course, the other side, too, wouldnt miss the chance to promote itself through the media. Consolidation of interests. So he had been confident. Dangun or Fighting Fathers. Someone from one of the two woulde, and they would be a strong person too. It was all just a possibility, but I expected that Fighting Fathers would be more proactive since they were aiming for first ce. And that hunch had been proven correct. if what you say is true. Is there evidence for it? Anyone can say such things. Evidence? Of course. If you consume the Korean Ginseng raw, symptoms of magic poisoning will ur. Of course, if you adjust the dosage using Purified Water from the 2nd floor, the symptoms will be relieved. However, that isnt a fundamental solution. And what is? You will need a total of 3 items. Jin-hyuk raised three fingers. Extract of Karasian, Moonlight Stone and the Mandragora Root. These items can be found on the 2nd and 3rd floors of the tower, but that doesnt matter. The problem is that you dont know where the Mandragora Root is, dont you? Thats right. The recipe book obtained by the research team and explorers under the Fighting Fathers Guild matched what this man said. Despite having obtained 2 items, they needed one more. The Mandragora Root was difficult to find. They didnt even know which floor it was located on. If he already knows the recipe and materials well, that has to be it. It meant that there would be a minimum requirement to make the transaction, and his worries wouldntst long. Fine. I will let your words pass. But. At that moment, Kim Gitae pulled his sword out. Srng! The des movement was so quick that it couldnt even bepared with Park Hajins clumsy attack. The tip of the sword stopped in front of Jin-hyuks nose. If you n to use some clumsy trick, then be prepared. Be prepared if it is a trick? Right. And you will not be able to get away this time. Right seriously. It seemed like he misunderstood something. Jin-hyuk scratched his head. At the same time, his hand grabbed the sword. You dont have to hold my hand. Kim Gitae smiled. And at that moment Wheik! [Lv2'' Element of Fire'' has been activated.] [Due to the level difference with the target, the ''Rift'' state has been activated!] The mes flickered as the de turned red. The heat was so extreme that even his skin felt like it was being burnt. Even the moisture in the air around was evaporatingpletely. what? Kim Gitae hurriedly tried to pull back his sword, but it was toote. Kuak! Suddenly, Jin-hyuk pulled out his own dagger with his other hand. He then pulled it close to his own hand. A thin golden line was drawn upon Kim Gitaes sword. Too light to be called a crack, but it was still a clear line. And at that moment Tuk! The de split in half and fell to the ground. He destroyed my strengthened weapon? In one hit? Thats absurd.! Kim Gitae looked at the broken de on the floor and what remained of the sword in his hand with a nk expression. The opponent was obviously a yer with a single-digit level. Then what was this? This vicious force that was cornering him? It felt like their levels had no meaning. His instinct was warning him. And Jin-hyuk said, Dont get me wrong. I made the suggestion, and I am the one who can give you a chance. A voice colder than before. I am doing this kind of thing because it is a waste of my time to y tug-of-war with people like you. Right now, he had to go to the ruins on the 1st floor. He had already spent a month in thebyrinth. However, since someone who knew nothing was acting like a top dog in front of him, he needed to teach them a lesson. You should remember one thing. That was right here If you make a sneaky move He would be drawing the line. The entire Fighting Fathers Guild will be destroyed. And this will be the only warning. Chapter 18: Awakened Test (3) Chapter 18: Awakened Test (3) At Jin-hyuks words, Kim Gitae flinched. You will face the entire guild alone? This was arrogance and ignorance. From the beginning, a guild was a group that came together to ovee the limitations of being alone. And wasnt Kim Gitaes guild now the 2ndrgest in Korea? If you havee to take the test, your level must be low It is low. Still level 1. This is absurd. And you think you can go ahead with your words? The average level of the upper-ranked people in his guild was 20 or higher. There were at least 10 yers stronger than Kim Gitae. But If you try to judge someone based on level alone, you arepletely wrong about the Tower of Trials. Jin-hyuk spoke with no emotion in his voice. He means it? Kim Gitae gulped. This wasnt a lie or a bluff. This man was simply stating what he could do. Of course, defeating a guild with hundreds of people was impossible. But He is stronger than me. That, at least, he was sure of. Kim Gitae, who had been silent, then said. The terms of exchange Uh? What are the terms of exchange? He seemed to havee to a decision on the deal. Simple. I will tell you where to find the Mandragora Root, so you must hand over 10 exclusive dungeons owned by the Fighting Fathers. Exclusive dungeons. Unlike the general dungeons that anyone could enter, each guild had its own exclusive dungeon. Although the risks were low, the rewards from them were excellent. Therefore, each guild was frantically trying to secure its own exclusive dungeon. But to simply hand over 10 of them? That number was the equivalent of 30% of all the exclusive dungeons that the Fighting Father guild owned. The price is outrageous. The price is for resolving the symptoms of magic poisoning. Of course, it has to be expensive, right? Just look at what the effect would be and stop grumbling. Ten dungeons or a rtionship with China. Which was more important to Fighting Fathers? Kim Gitae was losing it. He cleared his emotions and calmed his head as he began to weigh the gains and losses. 10 exclusive dungeons. It was a waste to just give them out, but if they could find the location of the ingredient, then it wouldnt be a loss. The problem lies elsewhere. The existence of this opponent. If he is this strong at just level 1 How much stronger would he get once he leveled up? It was scary. Growth rate, potential, and even the future. Everything. However, it wasnt up to Kim Gitae to decide it all. It was not a matter light enough for one person to decide. I will tell the executives in the guild. I will discuss the terms and conditions you mentioned and give an answer. Wise decision. Jin-hyuk smiled, and the conversation between the two ended. [Lv3 ckout Barrier has been dismantled.] The curtain around them disappeared. H-He is out! Ohhh! What were they talking about? When the two reappeared, the people who had been anxiously waiting outside began to ask questions. P-Put the camera down. Yah! Can you not hear me? I said put the camera away! If you dont want to go crying out that the Freedom of Press was taken away, return the footage. I believe everyone knows about the revised Act on Special Cases for Awakened Persons. The yers that belonged to the ck Crow Guild and Fighting Fathers Guild stopped the press. Ah. Quite convenient. He was a little less concerned about having things leaked, thanks to this. He wanted to end it quickly. Kwaang! Kualk! With a roar, someone hit the floor. Did someone get hit by an ogre or what? The mans nose bridgepletely copsed. Must be painful. Jin-hyuk nced in the direction that the man had flown off. He then looked at the person who did the hitting, a woman wearing sportswear. Move. If you all. Dont. Want. To. Die. A yer who made a name for herself as the Nuclear Fist of Bukwang District. Yoo Yeon-hwa. And after that, he saw Lee Taemin. Hyung! Are you fine? If something happened in there, just tell us! I will throw them to the ground and trample on them! Mr. Kim Gitae. I am disappointed. I didnt think of you to act like this. What are you doing with the barrier? The two showed clear hostility. At first, they were reluctant to get into an argument with another guild As soon as this happened, they didnt back down. Bad feelings had arisen in them. They were standing up for Jin-hyuk. This meant that they would stay by his side. From Yoo Yeon-hwa to Lee Taemin Kim Gitaes face became stiff. He had thought that they were just being friendly because there was no way that these two famous people would have this kind of rapport with another person. But they seemed different. This wasnt just simply knowing each other. If someone touched that man He felt like a full-scale battle would break out. We just had a little conversation. There is nothing to worry about. For real? Right. He is a person who is better at talking than I thought. Jin-hyuk told them. If oppa says it, then We understand. The two of them released the magic that they had been gripping tightly. The tense air subsided. Kim Gitae, who was about to turn around, paused for a moment. And looked at Yoo Yeon-hwa. Ah, man. I almost forgot. How is elder Yoo Cheon-young? Grandfather is flying around, so you dont have to worry about it. Hmm. Well, I see. Then it is good. With a distorted smile, Kim Gitae hastened his movement. On the other hand, Yoo Yeon-hwa clenched her lips. As the two passed by each other, it was Park Hajin who became anxious. W-wait for me! I mean, are you going to send them like that? He had been humiliated, so he wanted a chance to get revenge. Yet why was everyone just suddenly walking away? Park Hajin couldnt understand it. It felt like he had to destroy the man who had humiliated him now to ensure no such opposition came up again. Leave him alone. There is no way someone like you can do anything. Kim Gitae drew the line. B-But! But? Ah nothing. I just want another chance Chance? Right, a chance for you. A chance for your head to still be on your neck till now. The luck of not knowing that you are to die to the monster due to your reckless action. If you speak shit again, realize that you will regret it. Keep that in mind. Those who want to partner with us need to be strong. Iunderstand. Park Hajin gritted his teeth. This was another incentive to fuel his desire to kill Jin-hyuk one day. At that moment Tring! [Condition has been met] [You seeded in copying the skill Shallow Breath (D)] [The Copied skill is saved in Memory of the World] [Shallow Breath (Passive) Acquisition Difficulty: D Description: you can control your breathing rate and sound (The limit varies depending on the skill level.)] It seemed that his hostility had reached the maximum. And all it took was being abandoned by the person he wanted to look good in front of. But that was his thing to deal with. Lets put this to good use. As he saw his newly acquired passive skill, Jin-hyuk smiled. After the chaos was cleared up, the testing resumed. Of course, the number of applicants had decreased. The fight that had happened broke the spirits of some of the people. Many of them noticed the gap and even gave up taking the test. In the end, only those who wanted to take the test on a firste, first serve basis was allowed. [1. Park Hana. Measurement: 1755 A rank.] [2. Han Minhee: Measurement: 989 B rank] [3. Oh Jeon-hoon. Measurement: 845 B rank.] [] Oh. Jin-hyuk looked at the numbers on the signboard and eximed softly. No matter what else happened, Park Hana still took first ce. By an overwhelming margin too. Did she eat some wild ginseng? Due to the nature of the test being conducted individually with an examiner in a room, he couldnt This looked like a joke. And after a bit of time Next person, pleasee in.. It was Jin-hyuks turn. Tremble! When he opened the door, a fairlyrge room appeared in front of him with arge magic stone at the center. Next to it was the Awakened Association examiner holding a tablet PC. H-hello. When the examiner saw Jin-hyuk, he trembled. It was probably because of what happened earlier. He could understand that reaction. Totally understand But hed prefer if the guy would exin the test. What am I supposed to do? Ah. Yes. All you have to do is hit the magic stone in front of you. You can even use unique abilities. You can also use items. The essence is the size of the potential that appears when you hit the magic stone. In a word, it was simply Hit the stone as strong as you can. Simple. There was nothing difficult here. Jin-hyuk stood in front of the stone and pulled out his dagger. A dagger. Are you going to use the weapon without any unique abilities? Yes. This is enough. All right. You can start. As soon as the examiner finished speaking. Woong! Magic flowed along into the dagger, and its tip trembled with a bright red light. And at that moment. Kak! The de moved like lightning and scratched the surface of the magic stone. It was a quick yet long sh through the stone. A blow with the rightbination of speed and power. But [589. Kang Jin-hyuk. Measurement: 91 F rank.] You did well. You are F rank. The examiner read the number with a shocked expression, and Jin-hyuk just smiled. It was no surprise. Why? There are always a few cliches in novels. The talented protagonist takes the awakening test for the first time and gets the clich F rank. There were many possible reasons, such as a system error or a defective magic stone. I have been quite curious for a long time. Jin-hyuk took a step forward. Why do they simply ept and move on when the result is strange? If the person got the proper rank. Many of the main characters in the novels would have grown more quickly and smoothly. They would have gotten ess to dungeons, areas, and information that an F-rank wouldnt be given. It was a twist from the start. But He wouldnt let the same thing happen in the real world he lived in. Excuse me, examiner? Y-yes? The man looked around, a bit shocked. His body trembled. He couldnt help it. The scene of Jin-hyuk taking down Park Hajin was still vivid in his eyes. A low-level civil servant like him was bound to be scared by that. Are there any other examiners here apart from you? Yes! Yes! None. I am the only one. So how can I help you? The magic stone, it seems strange. Can you change it? Not a low, but a mid-grade stone. Magic stone? What about the magic stone all of a sudden? So frustrating. Can you see the crack in the stone here? Jin-hyuk pointed to the surface of the stone. It was faint, but there was a de mark there. I dont see. The magic stone didnt budge from any attack. But there is a wound from an F-ss person like me? Does this make any sense? Did everyone live with their eyes as just decorations, or were they just acting ignorant? Either way, it was frustrating But Youre still here? Jin-hyuk said in annoyance. I-I will change it right now. 1 minute. No. Give me 30 seconds. The examiner ran towards the warehouse. Chapter 19: Awakened Test (4) Chapter 19: Awakened Test (4) After a few moments, a new magic stone was prepared. It was arge mid-grade magic stone that was blue in color. H-here haa. Here it is. The examiner was gasping. It really took less than a minute to get it done. Maybe he had thought that Jin-hyuk was too scary. Fine. So, should he begin now? JIn-hyuk took a stance while holding his dagger. Woong! When magic was infused into the dagger, its de was dyed red again. I dont need to hold back the power. Previously he had been holding back a moderate amount because there had been no reason to exert his power on a low-grade stone. [The Rift stat has been activated to the maximum.] Profound magic was transmitted through his fingers as Jin-hyuk smiled. Right, that was it. The Law of Strong for the Strong. What would be the result of hard work for thest month? It was time to check it out with his own eyes. Psss! Sparks flew as the daggers de swept through the surface of the magic stone. Th this cannot be. The examiners jaw trembled. A monster from the Tower of the Trials came. Since its appearance, many awakened people havee here. Most of them didnt have the minimum magic required to register. They were below F-rank. In other words, they were judged to be unqualified. Of course, a few selected ones were given better ranks. They were given the right to climb up the tower. But, nobody Even the rankers who had received S-ranks, there had been none of them who had cut down the magic stone. That was just expected. This This made no sense. Kukuku! The magic stone that had been cut in half-copsed to the ground. Its cut surface glowed red. Speed, strength, and magic. This was proof that everything was perfect. [1st ce Kang Jin-hyuk, Measurement: 20,895, S rank.] The birth of a new S rank. No, his actual rank would be higher as he had crossed the 10,000-point threshold. It was twice the required number for an S-rank. . A monster Uh Uh S rank, congrattions. I will report to the higher-ups, so please wait a minute. The number ah right. The examiner stuttered and pulled out his mobile phone. Korea isnt the problem. It was the appearance of a super rookie who was at the top of the new world rankings. At least for no. in such an event, he needed to report to the president of the association right away. But then Wait. Jin-hyuk grabbed the examiners arm. Yes? Will you report this right now? Yes, yes. Please postpone it for a week or so. Dy it? Why? The examiner tilted his head like he didnt understand. For personal reasons. After a week, I will not care whether you inform the association or spread it on the inte. Ha, but that isnt something I can do. Manipting or holding back information. If caught, he could get punished. Just changing the ranks of a lower-ranked awakened itself was already a felony, then what about hiding an S rank? For a week even! No! Seriously! Even if I die, I cannot! He shook his head and refused. As expected, this would be the reaction. Jin-hyuk nodded as if he had expected it. He wanted to receive the many benefits of an S ss but needed to hide his rank until he finished one task. To do that, he would have to shut this guys mouth. There are few things I learned in my life. L-learned? Step. Jin-hyuk stepped forward and shed the dagger in his hand. The first is that there is no guarantee in human affairs. There is no credibility in words like even if I have to die. There is none because the world changes ording to the circumstances. And secondly, The fist in front is scarier than the distantw. The president is the one on the top floor of the building, and I am right in front of you. So it was better to choose well if you didnt want to get hurt. Shh. Jin-hyuk was lightly moving his dagger. Did the threat work? The officials expression turned quite pale. The opponent was an S rank. What human can go against such a person? If the man put a little bit of his mind to it, killing the examiner in one hit wouldnt even be work. One week! Will it be done in one week? The examiner asked, and Jin-hyuk stopped walking forward. Yes. More than enough. After that, you can do whatever you wish. Instead, even he would actively promote it when the timees. The better to attract aggro with. That way, his future ns would move with ease. Alright. Kang Jin-hyuks rank will be announced in a week. In the end, he made the decision. You arent going to change your words or anything, are you? As if I would. I promise you in my name. I am sorry, but I do not believe in promises with just your mouth. A verbal promise was the least reliable thing in this world. It was the kind of promise that you would break over a ss of wine even after saying that you would take it to the grave. Better than simply that He needed extra insurance. Insurance where the examiner would die if he broke the deal. Jin-hyuks fingers lit up with mes. [Lv1'' Stigma of the Soul'' is activated.] The same mark was engraved on Park Hana. Be patient. It isnt painful. Chiik! And the stigma was imprinted. The examiner frowned but just for a moment. This gave him a week. In the meantime, please use the first result. The F-rank one? Yes. Jin-hyuk nodded as the examiner asked. Then how do we proceed with the second test? The first test was used to ssify rank by measuring magic. Then there was a screening test. The content was straightforward. All he had to do was clear one of the dungeons in the Tower of Trials. Since there was no restriction on difficulty, most had chosen dungeons with goblins or orcs. That was, of course, a wise choice, but I will attack the ruins on the 1st floor. Jin-hyuk has already decided where to go from the moment the Tower of Trials first appeared. The ruins on the 1st floor, you mean!? The examiner looked shocked. There was only one ruin on the 1st floor. The ruins Corridor of the Fallen. From when the game was first released 11 years ago up until now when it appeared in reality. It was a Forbidden Area that was notoriously known to have never been sessfully conquered by anyone. The test was done. The rank he got was F. Jin-hyuk showed the two of them the faint tattoo on his wrist. Hyung is F ss? No. how I thought you would be much higher than us. Did something go wrong? Lee Taemin and Yoo Yeon-hwa shouted at the same time. This was uneptable for them, in particr, the two people who saw the skills of Jin-hyuk in the game. This is a temporary rank, and we decided to retake the test a weekter. A bit of truth was hidden in the lie as he had no reason to show that he was S-rank. Ah If that is the case, then okay. The two of them nodded as if they agreed with the temporary rank. Ah, right. Hyung. Then what about the second test? I should see If it is a low-level dungeon on the 1st floor, we cane too. Would you like us to find something? No. From now on, I should do it alone. This would be too dangerous. No matter how talented Lee Taemin and Yoo Yeon-hwa were No, actually, there wasnt a single yer in the world who could enter the ruins on the 1st floor and go all the way to the end, including himself. In normal conditions, anyway. So I need to use an unusual method. A shortcut rather than a long path. The Tower of Trials was originally the only way to survive. Dont care about me. The two of you should continue climbing up. He would do so too, and they promised to meet againter. So until then. He had to focus on his own growth. After separating from his two friends, Jin-hyuk connected to themunity forum of [Tower of Trials]. A veteran Can I find them on the bulletin board? Usually, high-ranking yers were mainly recruited at the guild level. Those ranked below D would often be matched through these bulletin boards. And for the ruins, he would need hundreds of them. [Looking for yers to go to 1st floor ''Corridor of the Fallen'' (000 people)] Found it. The difficulty was high, so he thought no one would challenge it, but Thank God. Jin-hyuk immediately called the number. -Ring The caller answered the phone right away. -Hello? -I saw the post in themunity and contacted you. The ruins raid. I want to participate too. Is there a vacancy? -Ah, of course. We have a ce. The man answered hastily. It seemed like he was in a hurry to get quite a few people. Well, they wouldnt apply for it unless they wanted to die. -That your rank? -F rank. -Ah F rank. I see -Is that a problem? -No, that isn''t it. You can join the transport or mining teams even if your rank is low. However, if you go that route, you will not be able to receive the distribution of items obtained from within the ruins. The porters and miners are paid for daily work. It meant low risk, no reward. It didnt matter. After all, the purpose of going to the ruins wasnt the distributed rewards. -It is okay to give it to me daily. -Then can youe to the entrance of the Tower of Trials right now? Even those who will be porters are gathering, and I will tell everyone the detailed conditions at once. -I will be there in 20 minutes. And the call ended. Jin-hyuk called for a taxi right away and went to the meeting ce. After about 20 minutes, he arrived at the destination. The entrance this is it. Jin-hyuk looked around as he walked through the crowd and spotted a group of men gathering. Seeing that all of them were of a good size Are there the porters he was talking about? As Jin-hyuk approached, a man in a suit and sses smiled brightly. You were the one who called before? Yes. Kang Jin-hyuk. Hello. I am Oh Seung-hwan, the assistant manager of Matching Management. Oh Seung-hwan weed him warmly. Is this thest person to join? Well, lets start soon. Everyone is gathering. Right. We have already been waiting for an hour. Haha. I see. First of all, please click approve to join the raid. Right. All you have to do is press the approve button here. Oh Seung-hwan showed each of them the 30 cm-sized status window for those who applied for the porter position. Now, Mr. Jin-hyuk too, He showed the disy menust to Jin-hyuk. The content didnt matter. It was just one sentence. Would you like to join the raid? if he agreed, he would officially join the raid. Jin-hyuk pressed the Yes button. [You have officially participated in the raid.] [You have fulfilled the condition] [The second update is applied.] [Language patches for 103 nations around the world are applied.] [The raid-only quest begins.] Oh! It is up! Me too. Wow. This is amazing. A raid-only quest. Huhu. Finally! Excited voices filled the air. [#1 First Attack on Ruins Difficulty: S Description: Defeat the boss monster and reim the throne in the deepest part of the ruins. Reward: You will be given the option to choose one of the relics. (However, if you cannot kill the boss monster, your selection of relics will be limited.)] Several status windows appeared in front of Jin-hyuk. Boss monster. Retake the throne. And the selection of relics. Things he already knew. Except This what is this? In front of Jin-hyuk, a menu appeared that was different from the others. [A privilege for the ''First Conqueror of Tower'' has arrived] Another status window appeared. Chapter 20: Ruins, Corridor Of The Fallen (1) Chapter 20: Ruins, Corridor Of The Fallen (1) Ba-dump! Ba-dump! Seeing the flickering status window, Jin-hyuks heart began to pound loudly in his chest. A one-line sentence that outlined a privilege. Right. He had kept wondering. The fact that he had been the first in the world to see the top of the tower but never received any reward. The reason the system had stayed silent till now. All of it. Is it because of the idea of giving it alongside the reboot update? Jin-hyuk hurriedly looked around. This is good. So, how much do we get paid for a day? They give it in coins rather than cash. Well. Mr. Park. What do we do with the coins? Use it to climb the tower again? Porters like us need cash. Hard cash is better than coins which cannot be used. Everyone was talking about that. Then, this It must mean that the reward was his and his alone. I will check. Jin-hyuk softly mumbled. And then [The first privilege is opened.] [Passive ability ''Monopolize'' is activated] [Monopolize Description: If you take the final reward alone without sharing, you can get the best possible reward. Luck Stat is permanently increased by +10 Adaptive stat increased by +10] [Cold Heart is activated] [Cold Heart: You will now be able to maintain yourposure even in dire situations. However, human emotions will be diluted.] This! Jin-hyuk clenched his fists. Just reading this description alone felt like he had been given the best reward. Things that he never imagined were popping up. Insane. Truly insane. Right. This was Optional rewards often appeared in Tower of Trials. It was an excellent choice to make. In some cases, only one person out of thousands managed to get it. Wouldnt this skill mean that he would just ignore all probability? Haha. Thanks to the many experiences he had umted so far, he had developed a personality that wouldnt be easily surprised. However, it was difficult to swallow back the cheers that almost erupted from his mouth this time. Wasnt he biting down on his lower lip already? Luck stats hopefully, I will get it all. Not much of a gap. In the Tower of Trials, which boasted the highest difficulty level, luck boasted the best efficiency. It could chew up probability with harsh words, and the luck stat would even be able to overturn impossible situations. It is the first time I have seen this Adaptive stat It would allow him to adapt to something, was his best guess. This wasnt a stat category that existed before. Even if thest bonus ability was excluded, it already seemed close to fraud. Seeing that the status window no longer pops up, this has to be the end. Jin-hyuk carefully checked the reward once again and closed the status window. At that moment, the crew was finishing up their talk. 300 a day isnt bad. Not bad? We are risking our life. That means our lives are worth just 300. Tch. Since when did we care about it? Besides, we heard from deputy Oh here that we are participating with a guild with a lot of money this time? The eyes of everyone turned to Oh Seung-hwan. Right. This raid is abined battle. Two of the top 10 guilds and mid-level guilds are participating. Top guilds. If they were in the top 10, the ranking should be high. Because the number of guilds around the world exceeded 10,000. Besides, there are a lot of solo rankers participating, so we dont have to worry too much. Solo? Puahahah! We can hide behind them and just carry the stuff. It will take about 3 weeks, so even after deducting the expenses it will be 5,000 for each. Everyone burst into cheers at Oh Seung-hwans words. No. It isnt over, but lets end the conversation here. How about a ss of soju with Mr. Pak and Mr. Kim? And pork belly too? Kuak. Soju is good. I remember drinking. There is a story that I know of, so follow me. The skin of the pork belly is so deadly tasty. Suddenly everyone was talking about a drinking party. You, boy, you will note? If you want to work hard tomorrow,e grab a ss of soju! I am fine. Jin-hyuk shook his head. Even if he took a good rest now and raised his condition to the highest level, drinking before work wasnt proper. Everyone might not know about it, but the ruins of the 1st floor were dangerous. It is nonsense to think it can be cleared just because a few top guilds areing. The future of the raid was already decided. Annihtion or close to annihtion. It had to be one of the two. And Jin-hyuks goal was to find that gap that only a veteran could do in a scenario with a set ending. Kwang! Arge desk was smashed, and pieces of wood flew around. Phew! It seemed that the emotions didnt subside, and the mans shoulder shook violently. This what kind of bastard! The Master of the ck Crow Guild. Shin Gunsu. He was in a state of anger at the news that was reported to him. Right, this was it. A once in a lifetime chance. He had kicked thedder to the top in this new world. It was also because of a mistake by someone he had trusted the most. Coins and items invested to attract the Fathers of Fighting Guild Do you know how much it was? I apologize. Park Hajin, who was kneeling on the floor, bowed his head. Sorry? Sorry? Does a person who knows how to say sorry act like that? Shin Gunsu picked up a golf club. And he began to beat Park Hajin without mercy. Kuak! Puak! Ack! Ackk! I fed your sister the most refined Korean Ginseng we had. It was called a fortune and could be considered a miracle. The only Korean Ginseng with a refining rate of over 50% was given to Park Hana. You just had to follow along and blow the trumpet when Park Hana got the A rank. Violence followed along with shouts. Puak! Puak! Back, head and shoulders. Wherever he could hit, he would ruthlessly continue to beat. But, you cannot even do that one thing, right? Uh? Was it that difficult for you? Woong! Kwang! The gold club hit Park Hajin on the head with the sound of metal breaking and red blood began to drip onto the ground. Kuaaa In the end, the guy copsed. Only then did Shin Gunsu stop hitting and tossed the club to the floor. The one who interfered. Who is it? And what does he do? H-his name is Kang Jin-hyuk. Kang Jin-hyuk? A name he had never heard of. Rank? Park Hajin didnt answer. To be precise, he couldnt answer. Didnt hear? I asked about the rank. When Shin Gunsu picked a new gold club, he said. F. F, F? For a moment, Shin Gunsu felt like he was being messed around with. Hahaha, now this is ridiculous. So, you were beaten by a rookie with an F rank? At this point, even if he wanted to get angry, he couldnt. Enough. And the kid will be taking the second test now? Take our men and clean it up. If it is done in the dungeon, there will be no evidence. Themand to kill. Shin Gunsu decided to make it. I understand. Park Hajin clenched his fist. He had suffered because he was careless in the past, but it was different now. As long as permission was given, he could move with B-rank yers of the guild. I for sure want to no, I will y with you as long as I can and then kill you. Park Hajin was already thinking about how Kang Jin-hyuk would cry and beg for his life. The following day at 4:30am. Jin-hyuk headed to the meeting ce at the Tower of Trials. You are here, Mr. Kang? Come here! It wasnt even sunrise, but the porters and miners had arrived. Since it was necessary to allow yers to focus on battles, the nonbat type people had to move diligently. Even deputy Oh Seung-hwan couldnt be seen yet. Well, that man was just brokering. Instead, there were far more porters waiting than yesterday. About 10 minutester, someones voice could be heard. Ahem! Ahem! Kim Kyung-yeol, in charge of food. You can call me Captain Kim. A man in his early 50s introduced himself. Our job is to deliver food and other supplies for the 300 raiders for a week. In terms of weight, it would be 70-80 kgs a person. It will not be easy, and we are on a tight schedule, so let us all do our best. At this time or another, when again would we get to work for 300 a day? Captain Kim spoke his piece, and most of the porters faces distorted. Damn it. That will be heavy. We are going all out. Arent we supposed to take it easy? Still, as time goes the weight will decrease, so Do not gossip. Go to the front of the truck, pick your items up, and be here by lunchtime. People grumbled but no one cared because the contract was signed. Soon after, the porters were handed out heavy-looking backpacks. Ffuck. Ahem! Peoples faces were distorted as if they were carrying the weight of the world. Now. Take it. There are no exceptions for F ss here. Captain Kim handed Jin-hyuk a backpack as well. However Um? Jin-hyuk, who was carrying the backpack, tilted his head. It was light. Too light. Almost like its not on my body. But did this make sense? His level was the same as when he cleared thebyrinth. After the Mangrove tree, he had never increased his stats even once, and this backpack of 70kgs cannot be light. No. Something shed through his mind and he immediately activated his status window. Name: Kang Jin-hyuk Gender: Male Age: 27 Level: 1 Strength 8 agility 8 Stamina 8 Magic 11 Rift 100 Luck 10 Adaptive 10 Stat Points: 0 Coins: 12,740 upation: None Unique Ability: Fusion Skills: Lv2 Element of Fire, Lv Eye of Truth, Lv1 Communion, Lv2 Stigma of the Soul, Lv1 Maniption, Lv1 Shallow Breath. Just one thing. Had changed. The 3 perks from the words that had been given to him in the second update reward. And among them was thest status whose purpose was unknown. [Adaptive Stat +10] Right. It was that. As I am a porter, Ill get used to it, and it feels light to me. Assuming that, the front and back made sense now. Besides, if you get an effect like now in battle or other times It was a stat that was superior to Rift or Luck. It was then he realized. Wait. Wait a moment. Isnt this a stat given only to those who saw the top of the Tower? Although the odds were too low, there were ways that a person could get the other stats. However, this Adaptive stat was an exception. Ah. There is no one else that can get it. Only one. Only him. And as he thought that, goosebumps rose all over his body. It seemed like he had gotten the best prize of his lifetime. Chapter 21: Ruins, Corridor Of The Fallen (2) Chapter 21: Ruins, Corridor Of The Fallen (2) On the way to the ruins, Jin-hyuk was with Captain Kim. Jin-hyuk was participating as a porter in a raid for the first time, and the difficulty of this raid was one with a low survival rate. As Captain Kim talked, he thought it would be best to give the people in his team some courage. Although the attempt was clumsy, the intention wasmunicated well. It was a message with a warm heart for everyone to return back safely. Did Mr. Kange here to earn money too? Yes. It takes a lot of money to live. Well, everyones the same. I, too, came here to feed my fox-like wife and rabbit-like kids. Captain Kim took out his phone. On the phones wallpaper was a middle-aged woman with a pleasant face and two children, a boy and a girl, who looked to be in middle school. Behind them was a messy home. It was just It is usually these people who die first Maybe it felt like they were showing their past before leaving? Jin-hyuk smiled. So you are taking the risk. Right. Even if I die, the reward will be huge. It cannot be small. Even if I die to save my family A typical, silly, and dignified father appearance. A frustrating type of person. He didnt hate it, though. It was just another persons way of thinking. Do not worry. At least those of you here can get back home safely. What? Puahaha! Right, right. Thank you for the good words. Mr. Kang is quite kind. Captain Kim burst intoughter. How far did they walk while talking? After traveling for over 7 hours with their backpacks full of food, the porters finally reached their destination. F-finally We are here. I thought I was going to die. The fatigue had umted. Due to the forced march with no rest, everyones stamina was rock bottom, and they were all sitting down to recover. Everyone has been through a lot. I want you all to rest until the raid members arrive. Captain Kim encouraged the porters who were struggling by handing them ice water and chocte bars. It has been so long. Jin-hyuk had looked forward to this, this ce filled with endless mountains and cliffs. The gate everyone saw in front of them led to the Corridor of the Fallen, a ruin that boasted one of the highest levels of difficulty in the Tower of Trials. Ting! His skin felt like something was stinging it despite not having gone inside yet. As expected. It felt like this. His heart was pounding with excitement and anticipation. But then Wooong! A magical reaction could be felt from an empty ce close to the group. This? Jin-hyuk raised his head. He saw the clouds above them parting. And at that moment, the reeds around them began to sway from side to side. Kwakwakwang! Rays of light fell from the sky. This was a phenomenon that appeared when space movement magic was used. Ugh, my head. No matter how often we do this, I cannot get used to this. How many people? All are safe. All fifty have arrived. Well. Who do you think used the magic? More than 50 people appeared. Their backpacks were all filled with weapons and armor. This was the main raid team of the Balhae Guild, named after a kingdom that had risen after the fall of Goryeo. Is that man the captain? He looks young Dont underestimate him because he is young. He received an AA rank in the test and has climbed the tower up to the 9th floor before. Everyone focused their eyes on the man in front of the raid. A shield that exceeded his height and armor with distinct patterns on them. At the forefront, he looked like the raids core, pir, and tanker. This man is the captain of the Balhae Guild Jin-hyuk activated the Eye of Truth. Name: Song Cheon-hwa Gender: Male Age: 20 Level: 14 Strength 30 Agility 18 Stamina 19 Magic 5 Stat Points: 0 Coins: 3,850 upation: None Unique Ability: Item Weight Reduction Skills: Lv3 Iron Shield, Lv2 Phnx, Lv2 Tenacious Will to Survive, Lv1 Stoning The unique abilities and skills werent bad, but [Copy Condition: During the raid period, gain the trust of Song Cheon-hwa.] Jin-hyuk, who confirmed the copy conditions, soon lost interest in the man. Gaining hostility was easier. Trust wasnt something that could be gained in a short period, especially when everyone there wanted something important. But Jin-hyuk narrowed his eyes at Song Cheon-hwa A guy of the top 10 guilds is of this level? His stats and skills all seemed low. It meant the focus was on gaining experience points rather than actual battle experience. Besides, the 9th floor wasnt the end of the tower. The level of the rest of the team members would be lower than that guy. Of course, this didnt mean they didnt understand the situation. Currently, all top-level guilds are focusing on attacking the 3rd-floor boss monster. As a result, there was rtively little manpower for the lower floors. But no matter how much one took that into consideration Theck of power here was undeniable. At that time Come on, everyone, stop staring. The raiders are here, so lets get up. We have to do what we need to do. Captain Kim pped his hands once. The mining team that mined magic stones and collected drops from monster corpses would enterter, but Porters carrying the much-needed supplies need to enter first. This is good. Jin-hyuk quickly got up from where he sat. It was an opportunity to see how the guilds raid group would perform. About an hour after the raid team entered, it was now the porters turn. [Name: Corridor of the Fallen Type: Ruins *Difficulty: Unmeasurable Description: A ce where the original blood was sealed within. At the end of the ruins, the purest weapons and most grueling death coexist.] A sour smell stung everyones noses. Wheik! The magic users in front summoned me. The field of vision immediately brightened, showing the ruins interior. Everyone, please follow me. You cant lose focus here. No one can be saved if they get careless. Oh god that is huge. Is this the ruins? The appearance was reminiscent of ruins from the ancient Mayan Civilization. Exterior walls covered with stones and moss stretched out in all directions. Step. As they went further along the path, various murmurs could be heard from ahead. Ah, here! This side! Cheon-hwa hyung! The porters havee! As if there had already been a fierce battle, the path ahead was filled with corpses of monsters. The undead monster types included ghouls and skeletons. At a nce, it looked like there had been over 100 of them. On the other hand, no yer corpses were visible. It is strange Even though there had been no high-level undead monsters, not even one yer took damage after dealing with so many? With the power that the Balhae Guild had upon entry, it wouldnt be possible for the battle to conclude with no one taking damage. What are you doing? Captain Kim grabbed Jin-hyuks shoulder. Uh? Why are you standing still? Please share the water and ice. It was a face that asked such a question naturally. Captain Kim then summoned three to four additional people to help Jin-hyuk. We will handle this side. Can you handle the foreigners? Captain Kim pointed to the yers who had exotic looks. The raid group also included middle-rank guilds and solo yers in addition to the Balhae Guild. This had to be one of those yers. Jin-hyuk looked over at something. I remember seeing This was a pattern that he had seen in the Tower of Trials in the past. The Zion Guild. As a guild based in Europe, the number of members was small, but he heard it was quite capable. The four of us go to the people there. Sure. Jin-hyuk filled arge mug with water and ice and headed to the Zion Guilds side. Water and ice were quickly distributed. There were only brief words of thanks and not much else. And then he got to thest person. Unlike the other guild members, who were quite tall, thest person had a noticeably more petite frame. Perhaps just a bit over 160 cm? Didnt seem like it was a man. Maybe a woman? Jin-hyuk wasnt sure because their body waspletely covered in armor and helmet. Here, have some water. Ah! A short exmation. ck! Their helmet was removed. The blonde hair, which had been curled up inside, was blown by the wind. Ugh?! Oh god The porters were all shocked. Her face was so beautiful that they doubted whether she was real. Her white skin and blonde hair matched the armor she was wearing. It was a breathtaking sight. However, it wasnt just her appearance that surprised everyone. Typically skills were umted through achievements. Other factors included the familys bloodline. She had three such pirs that supported her. Saintess of Amsterdam Teresa de Laurentia. He couldnt help but know who she was. She was one of the most well-known yers in Europe. Jin-hyuk narrowed his eyes. She was the youngest daughter of the Laurentia family, who held titles of nobility. At the same time, she was the hero who had saved Amsterdam after it was devastated by the outbreak. That was her true identity. Now he understood. Why the Balhae Guild had no wounded people. Because this woman has the best efficiency when fighting against the undead. An all-round yer who could use divine power for attack and defense and possessed auxiliary healing skills. It was even discussed that it was only thanks to Teresa that they had been able to break through the 2nd floor of the Tower of Trials. However, there was a catch. She chose to do this instead of the 3rd-floor boss? No matter how precious the relics in the ruins were unless it was a holy relic, then going to a higher floor would be more beneficial. Above all, there was no need to bring Zion Guild members to this floor. how did they even bring them here? Jin-hyuk pondered for a moment and shook his head. The priority now wasnt to anticipate the Zion Guilds motives but to learn what powers Teresa had. And how to copy the ability. This was the important thing. This is an opportunity which will nevere again. Immediately, his Eye of Truth was activated. However, [The skill activation is canceled due to the level difference.] A red status window blocked his eyes. Shit. The level diff He knew she wasnt in a guild yet, but she had already reached level 20. The moment he thought that. [Luck and Adaptive stats have neutralized the level difference.] [You can look through the target''s status window] Shh The red status window disappeared, and Teresas personal information appeared. Right, I had that. His luck and adaptive stats helped him as soon as he needed it. At a crucial time as well. Name: Teresa de Laurentia Gender: Female Age: 22 Level: 29 Strength 42 Agility 31 Stamina 25 Magic 30 Stat Points: 0 Coins: 10,850 upation: None (A job quest is currently in progress) Unique Ability: Blessing of the Stars Skills: Lv5 Divine Power Enhancement, Lv5 Hidden Movement, Lv4 Blessed Hands, Lv4 Sign of Cross, Lv4 Illusion Barrier [Copy Condition: Teresa is ranked in the top 100 in the world. If you save her life, you can copy one of the skills and unique abilities of your choice.] A terrific option. As expected, people should be enthusiastic. Jin-hyuk was happy. This was absolutely a luxury hotel buffet. Additionally, thanks to being able to read her status window, he was able to understand her motive foring here. [A job quest is currently in progress] I see. This was why she gave up on the boss on the higher floor and was stuck here. This was interesting. Maybe a useful one too. [Lv1 ''Communion'' has been activated] [Subject has a slight affinity with you.] A warm vibe. Teresa looked at Jin-hyuk and smiled brightly. Bluish-green eyes that reminded him of a deep whirlpool. Thanks for water. She was thanking him? No, he was thankful to her. Blessing of the Stars. A unique ability that was considered the best for those who chose pdin as their profession. He was given a chance to get such an ability. The problem He needed to create a situation that put this woman in danger. He then had to save her life. Certainly, the conditions are not easy. Jin-hyuk wet his lips. It was a peculiar habit that came out when he was thinking. And at that very moment. Ch-Cheeon-hwa hyung! Come this way! Right now! Followed by an urgent scream, everyone turned their eyes toward the scream. Chapter 22: Inside Enemy (1) Chapter 22: Inside Enemy (1) Unbelievable. When Song Cheon-hwa and the other yers reached the screams origin, the worst-case scenario had already happened. we arete. The healer, who was inspecting the four people who had fallen on the floor, shook his head. There were clear scars on the back of their heads. They must have been ambushed from behind and died soon after. But a much bigger problem than just their deaths had appeared. Woong! A ck sphere floated ominously at the entrance to the ruins. Someone Woke up the guardian. [''Guardian of the Ruins'' notices the trespassers.] [Time left: 09:59] A Guardian was a monster that guarded the ruins entrance. They possessed power equal to bosses from upper-floor dungeons, but they had the characteristic of only waking up when touched or stimted by a specific item. Hence their nickname, Sleeping Bomb. It was a bomb that wasnt dangerous when left alone. What kind of idiot touched it! What good wille from knowing that now? It has already woken! Right. It was already toote. Only 10 minutes left. If they didnt leave the ruins right now The Guardian would fully wake. H-hyung! I know. I know! Song Cheon-hwa bit his lip. They couldnt fight the Guardian. That was suicide. At least halfno more than that will die. It was clear that they needed to give up on this raid It would be impossible to continue to the boss if they lost half their power here. But Do we have to end it before even having a proper start? For an absurd reason such as the Guardian waking up? That wouldnt even be the biggest problem. The main problem would be getting expelled from the guild for someone elses mistake. How much trouble did I have to go through to get the captains position for this raid?! Clench He gritted his teeth. It cannot end like this. Never. Song Cheon-hwa gave the order as soon as he made up his mind. Let the Guardian wake up. We keep heading inside. At his decision to continue the raid and head inside, whispers rose from the other members. Hyung. Are you being serious now? Think about it. No, I mean it. If we make a mistake, all of us here will die. The team of porters hade in, but three teams were still waiting outside. In addition, none of the guilds that were supposed to join the raidter hadnt even arrived. Continuing the raid now meant giving up more than 20% of their total power. Dont waste time and follow me. I will take responsibility for it. Song Cheon-hwa dismissed their objections. And even if the others didnte, with just Teresa, the odds are good for us. Right. That was thest card that he ced his belief in. Song Cheon-hwa nced to the side. He nced at the blonde woman. As far as dealing with undead monsters, Teresa could be rated as the best in the world. With this woman It was possible. Truly possible. It was only a few dozen minutester that the news reached the porters. I-Isnt this different? The Guardian is up, and we cannot get out of the ruins? What nonsense is that! So, are you saying you will head in and raid it? Damn it. If I had known it would be this dangerous, I wouldnt havee in the first ce! The porters voiced their concerns. However, the response which came back was cold. Someone assassinated the guards by the time we arrived. The Guardian was already awake. Assassination Jin-hyuk, who had been silent, pricked up his ears. The culprit is among the people here In todays world, murder isnt a huge deal. What was interesting would be the motive behind it. What was the profit behind it? Looking at it, the people inside the ruins were now effectively trapped. It was interesting. He could guess what this person was aiming for. And even the identity of the person behind it. Perhaps, thanks to the Guardian waking up, the situation could be handled more flexibly. At that time. Jin-hyuk turned his head and was one step toote. A monster from the side! Mid-level too many! A yer in the scouting group shouted. P-Prepare for battle! Song Cheon-hwa shouted his order. The response was slow because it was a surprise attack that came when none of the raid groups had been ready for it. Thud! Thud! Thud! The grass around them swayed side to side, apanied by the trembling of the earth. Here ites. And it was fast too. Tanks, to the front! Hurry the porters to the back! Do not disturb the others! Kwang! Trees fell, and the grass parted. Goooooo! Kaaaaaa! The enemy was Dhans, which towered at around 2.5 meters in height. And there were 12 of them. Each of them wielded a mace and ax. Uhh. D-Dhan! A total of 13 types of monsters appeared at the entrance of the ruins. The Dhan was the most difficult to deal with. With their overwhelming intimidation aura, they could drive anyone mad. They were a higher-level predator and fundamentally different from ghouls and skeletons. Not only did they have tough skin, but they also had abination of speed and strength that made them difficult to deal with. Give auxiliary buffs to the tanks. Damage dealers, get your timing ready while collecting as much mana as possible. Song Cheon-hwa led the raid with his orders. [Song Cheon-hwa activates Lv3 Iron Shield!] [Go Yeon-deok activates Lv2 Formation!] [Lee Yunmi activates Lv2 Song of Warriors!] Woong! Various skills and buffs were being stacked. And at that moment. Kuaaal! Kwang! A Dhans mace made contact with a shield. Jin-hyuk observed the battle from a distance away in the rear. Certainly, the guild units resistance is strong. They werent being pushed back at all against the Dhan. The problem was controlling the actions of yers who didnt belong to a guild. Most worked alone, so they werent used to being in group battles. Eventually, victims began to appear. Crack! The eerie sound of bones breaking and flesh being cut. Kuaaak! A man with an injured shoulder fell to the ground, spitting out blood. They are ridiculously fast! H-healer! Where is the healer? Send some tanks to the front. I cannot hold them any longer if this continues, we die! As expected. With just this kind of improvised power, there was no one here that could deal with the Dhan. At least that was the reality for the solo yers. However, despite their urgent pleas for help, Song Cheon-hwa didnt even look at them, causing victims to begin to appear. This was expected and even preferred. Song Cheon-hwas lips were turning into a smile. In order to create a dramatic situation, the sacrifices of the beggars are essential. Actually, the raid had another purpose, from clearing the ruins. They needed to secure immediate fixed subscribers. Due to the rule that views are only counted once per day per subscriber, the battle for subscribers between active yers was fierce. It means that getting 10,000 views a day wasnt easy. Ultimately, if we want the subscribers to go crazy for the content, such visual stimuli need to be there. Cruelty and sensationalism. He would get the best video if a dramatic situation was made. Since there are enough casualties, we can move slowly. Song Cheon-hwa nodded. Dong-Young! Yes, hyung! The man, who had been casting, activated a piece of magic. Psss! The air began to cool rapidly. A pure white sphere was created in his hand. It was the ice magic spell, Ice Orb. Magic was raging from the ice that was condensed down. At that moment Kwakwakwang! A streak of icy storms blew between the Dhans. Kwak! Ugh The movement of the Dhans began to slow. Even the weapons that they held in their hands began to freeze. Their legs began to stiffen in ce. Now is the time! Everyone move! Thud! Thud! The tankers, including Song Cheon-hwa, widened the gap on the left and the right. And the center was cleared. Tat! Tak! The yers, who had been waiting, smashed the ground. The main damage dealers of the Balbae Guild used swords and spears. sh! Kwang! Their des aimed for the enemys vital points. For a damage dealer who specialized in melee battles, a slow Dhan was easy prey. Thud! Thud! One after another, the Dhans fell. -The video came out nice, hyung. I think we will get around 300,000 views. The video was being edited by a Balhae Guild member who gave a thumbs up. 300,000.! Song Cheon-hwas mouth rose to a smile. He felt that the reward for this fight was amazing. In fact, he thought the viewers would be drooling at this. I think most of those who came alone were also taken out. The guilds blocked two of them, and the other four had been behind the tankers. Result? They didnt have the time to check what had happened. Those who fell in battle were already corpses, and only the quickest ones survived. Is this what it felt like to have a periwinkle pass by? At 25, Kim Somi, a talented person in the information field, gave up on her life as she saw the ax approaching. She no longer had the strength to run away. She didnt even have the magic to defend herself. Just wanted to live up to my level. She was just one of the many who came to earn money here. And this wasnt the end she wanted. She closed her eyes and waited for the end. She waited for the end toe quickly, but ? She couldnt feel any pain. It was weird. Obviously, the pain had to be there. Unable to hold her curiosity, she opened her eyes. Ugh?! An unbelievable sight was in front of her. Dududud! The ax was stopped. The Dhans arm muscles were swelling up, but it couldnt get past the man in front of it. he is stopping it? No, he was blocking it too lightly for that. With just a dagger? And looking at the state of the weapon, he was a melee damage dealer But why did it feel bigger than a shield on a tank? It was surprising. Amazing and wonderful too. However, the surprising emotions turned into fear in what followed. Wheik! mes rose up from the mans left hand. And it wasnt just a tiny me, but onerge enough to sting her eyes with the heat. Mmagic too!? She couldnt understand it. All-round yers were quite rare. Even so, there was a difference between each ability. It meant that they had weaknesses too. However, she had never heard of a case where all the abilities were equally strong. What level I cannot guess it. Kwakwakwakwang! The mes engulfed the Dhan, and the disgusting smell of burning rotten flesh stung his nose. Kuaaa! The body of the Dhan turned into a lump of coal and copsed. This made it 4. Jin-hyuk looked at the fallen monsters. He used Lv1 of Shallow Breathing. It was probably safe to say that they now looked like corpses. Final touches. Jin-hyuk brushed the charcoal with his hand. Well? He hadnt been able to warm up, but the game was already over. It was inevitable since the level of the Dhan was too low. A simple attack pattern that only followed instinct. A little bit of speed and power, but that was all. And it took him less than 3 minutes to get rid of 4 of them. Howe it is a lot easier than it used to be? Thest time he did this, it had taken him 10 minutes to catch 4 Dhans. The fastest he had ever done was 7 minutes once, so he couldnt help but feel that his current condition was absurd. This made it feel like the Dhans were the ones who were stagnant. As those thoughts ran through his head You, how could you Apletely unexpected voice was heard from behind him. Chapter 23: Saintess Of Amsterdam Chapter 23: Saintess Of Amsterdam The owner of the voice was a saint in white armor. Teresa. Seeing as she was gasping for breath, it seemed like she hade to help those at the rear after tackling the Dhans at the front. Jin-hyuk looked at Teresa with a surprised expression. The Guild should be talking about them alone leaving here He was surprised. He didnt think she was given the title of the saint for nothing. Can I talk with him for a moment? Teresa asked Kim Somi, who was still in shock. Uh? Yes! Yes! Sure. Kim Somi nodded and jumped up from the ground as she disappeared behind a rock. As only the two were left, Teresa asked. You you dealt with all the Durahan in the rear? A question that was brimming with doubt. Right, she was bound to be doubtful. The average rank of a yer who came as porters was E or F. It would be impossible for those level of yers to fight like this. Yet he still defeated the Dhan alone, despite them being monsters B-ranks found challenging to deal with? It would be absurd to even consider this a coincidence. Firstly, I did deal with the Durahans. You are hiding your identity? Why? Everyone has their own personal reasons. Me too Jin-hyuk didnt end the sentence there and added. You too. what do you Teresas eyes fluttered open. There was a slight tremor there that normal people wouldnt notice. Right. Normal people. Jin-hyuk smiled and continued. Actually, I didnt understand it in the beginning. Why did a ranker like you give up on fighting the boss monster ande here? It was hard for me to understand it. Attacking a higher floor in the tower guaranteed honors and rewards. Teresa abandoned that golden chance and chose this ruin raid instead. Reason? Was there more than one? Of course, it would be because the reward she could get here would be more significant than what she would get from defeating the 3rd-floor boss. And Jin-hyuk knew that. Wasnt this the ce chosen for your job quest !? This time Teresa couldnt even hold her expression. It was as if someone punched her in the face. Very few people know that the ruins were the ce for the Pdins quest If it was the normal method, the Pdin upation change quest would onlye up on the 6th floor. But right now, she wanted to be ahead of the others. Teresa bought the information on the ck Market, which was operated by those who had climbed higher than the 10th floor in the Tower of Trials. Teresa frowned. No way Was this guy also one of the members of the ck market? She had to find out for sure. Was he simply using the little information that he had? Or did he know everything? Thats correct. I have been hiding it until now because I have to go to the ce where the Oath of Apostle John is, but I have not yet figured out exactly where it is. Teresaid bare her purpose and reasoning foring here. Of course. A status window with slightly different contents was in front of his eyes. [Eye of Truth Activated.] [Teresa''s statement is ''False''] Cute. Are you thinking of fooling me? Jin-hyuk smiled. It isnt Apostle Johns but Apostle Peters Oath. And it would be a lie to say you dont already know its location. The Oath was somewhere inside, and she already knew its location before evening here. She was hesitating because the path to it was probably rather difficult. Thousands of traps more terrible than normal would be there. Not to mention the over one thousand undead blocking the path. You really know everything. Finally, Teresa admitted the truth. Nice. Now he can move to the next step. Actually, I have a task to do at the Oaths location. Ah, of course, I am aiming for something other than that. And you want us to work together? I want us to work together. He drew a clear line. Ipletely know the location of the traps and how to move around them. Well, it doesnt matter if you want to move with the Zion Guild yers as well. But no matter how lucky you are, everyone will die except for you. But that cannot be allowed, right? For a noble hero who was called the saint. If she went and said that she had lost all her men and had survived alone, her reputation would be tarnished. Even if she seeded in changing her upation to Pdin, the public reaction would be cold. let me think about it. Anyway. Think about it all day. After all, there was just one conclusion. The oath to you and the rest to me. It was only Apostle Peters Oath for the pdin wannabe, but Jin-hyuk wanted everything else. The Frozen Tears and the Magic Soul Pill. Right, the two best items. Rather than the relics, he wanted them. In particr, the Frozen Tears was a crystal considered the essence of magic. When absorbed, it has the effect of greatly increasing the absolute stat value of magic. Raising my magic stat would be one of the top priorities that would help me at the top. Although the skills he used now didnt consume too much magic, he was preparing for the future. As the skill level goes up and fusion using higher level skills are done, the importance of his overall magic stat would increase. Originally, there was no way to break the curse, so I was about to give up He had changed his n after confirming Teresas existence. If Teresa was able to handle divine power, it would be possible to alleviate the cold aura of the Frozen Tears. May I ask you one thing before making a decision? Teresa, who was worried, opened her mouth Go on. Before, the person who killed those sentries and woke the Guardian up was it you? Oh. She meant toe at him from this angle? Actually, from her point of view, I must look like a suspicious person in the current raid party. It was because he was hiding his identity and clearly knew too much. He could exin it to her, but that wasnt in his character. And it was annoying. Jin-hyuk chose a simpler and more straightforward method. I understand you are suspicious of me under these circumstances, but that wasnt me. You expect me to believe this? Yes, above all, the evidence is right in front of us. Evidence? What evidence? If I were the one who woke up the Guardian Think. I would have killed you before we even had this annoying conversation. That was a much simpler way than exining things in this world. Teresas action again met with strong opposition. It was because Song Cheon-hwa, the captain, was terrified and opposed to it. Absolutely not! Now we must be together and move ahead as one, not go around solo! It was Teresa who was the core of the group. But she wasnt going to simply back down. There is a map up to the 20 km point into the ruins. Everyone knows the strategy. Nothing will change even if I donte. From the time when the Tower of Trials was just a game until the present after it had be a reality. After countless attempts, yers were able to create maps of the ruins. At the very least, from the entrance to the 20 km point, a yer would be able to proceed with caution and minimal risk. Above all, before the battle with the boss, the contract never said we had to unconditionally be under your authority, right? T-that As she said that, Song Cheon-hwa stuttered in his reply. It was because nothing she said was incorrect. And He sighed as he allowed her to act alone. Phew. Fine, however, you need to be there when we reach the end of the map. Yes. I will join you by then. Teresa nodded her head. Ah! And Can I take a porter with me for help? That.. you can do what you want. Song Cheon-hwa roughly waved his hand as if he had no energy. It was a minor thing, so he gave her permission. The porters who met her gaze trembled. Apanying a ranker. It wasnt luck. It was instead a first-ss ticket to hell. She is trying to take us to the most filthy ce filled with danger, damn it! No one wille back. Please, please, I cannot. o not make eye contact with her! She will convince us if we do. I have a wife and children who I need to feed back home. Everyone prayed in earnest. Please, I hope it isnt me! And then Teresa pointed to one person among the porters. It was Jin-hyuk who was nominated, and he agreed to apany her. I dont know what you are thinking As someone who has lived close to 50 years, is this love? Thats good. But it is nothingpared to your life! Right! Listen to Captain Kim! No matter how pretty the saint might look! Sigh, youth is the problem. It makes them go crazy. The porters were trying to tell him to not go. It looked like they misunderstood something. Instead of dating and wasting time, he was the kind to simply focus on climbing up another floor in the tower. It isnt like Jin-hyuk, who was trying to refute them, couldnt find an opening. Wait, wait. They wouldnt believe him and try to stop him if he told them that he had a reason. Instead, hell just say this. Actually, Miss Teresa and I have known each other since childhood. Set the genre. And see A bit of childhood and mixed melody. The ruins contain items to heal Teresas family in Europe. At first, I thought of going in alone, but I couldnt. And add some tears. He even pinched his thighs, yet not a single drop came. Damn it, he was emotionally dry. Even if my skills arecking and I lose my life I will protect her till the end. Love, tragedy, and heroism. Through thisbo. This trinity of tropes was even recognized at the box office and in ssical works like Romeo and Juliet. The porters now looked at him nkly. It was as if they remembered something they had forgotten long ago. Kang Jin-hyuk you Youre the man. Damn it. You are a man from the Goguryeo era! Right. Go. Shouldnt a man protect his childhood friend? Youth is so nice. Everyone began to encourage him. Jin-hyuk and Teresa packed their bags and went straight into the ruins along the tangled road. Did they move for 5 hours like that? The two that had separated from the raid team could reach their destination. So well-defended. Jin-hyuk slowly observed the formation of the monsters. It was mostly ghouls and skeletons. High-level undead was also here and there. Durahan and a Lich that can use magic. Judging from the magic power, the circle probably wasnt too strong. Liches should never be taken lightly, though. Especially since they could cast debuff or curse spells, there was a chance of getting a fatal injury no matter how strong you were. Teresa poked Jin-hyuk in the side with her finger. There! The Oath is next to it. I saw it too. In the center of the circle. There should be the Oath of Apostle Peter, Frozen Tears, and Subspace Inventory Combination. Now, if the monsters could be killed for a level up He will leave it to Teresa. Get ready. Jin-hyuk was ready to move. The dagger that was in his hand began to shine red. Okay. Teresa also raised her sword and shield. But right then Tring! Suddenly a red status window appeared in front of the two of them. Chapter 24: Frozen Tears Chapter 24: Frozen Tears [The ''Lord of the Corrupted Corridors'' is gazing at you.] Thud! Jin-hyuk narrowed his eyes. No doubt. There was an indirect message from the boss. Look, did you see that? The status window Teresa asked. Yes. I see it too. But there was no concern of being attacked right away. The intelligent boss monsters indirect message was simply an expression of its feeling. There was no physical threat. But I dont think this guy ever showed interest in a yer? The Lord of the Corrupted Corridors was always locked inside its room. In the event of an intruder, he would send out his minions, and any contact with outsiders was always cut off. So why did he show interest now? interesting. What were its reason and intent? The boss monster is gazing at us. What does this mean? In a good way, the enemy is interested, and in a bad way, it will not let us go alive. Well, we can interpret it like that. Does it acknowledge us? It means it acknowledged me. Not you. How dare you try to sneak the attention away? Looking at those words, he was sure that the message was an indirect message to him. Teresa looked at him with a shocked face. She was a yer who participated as a ranker as one of the famous of Europe, while he was a porter. If you asked 100 people, all of them would say that the boss was looking at Teresa. Yet Where did this mans confidencee from? At this point, he seemed overly respectable in many ways. She had a lot to say, but Teresa just shook her head. When you first talked to me, you said you knew all the traps, right? Yes. It has been a while, but my body remembers it. The 1st floor was easy. But it had been more than 6 months since hest entered these ruins/ No problem, though. It wasnt for nothing that people said that while form can be lost, experience was eternal. Then, what do we do? Please attract the attention of the undead monsters. I will take care of the rest. By dividing the roles, he could get all the items without leveling up. Jin-hyuk held the dagger in reverse and took a stance to descend down into the pit. Ready. Then, lets start. Teresa wielded her magic. Right. Woong! [Teresa activates Lv5 Song of Battle!] Warm energy rose from her body. [All Stats increased by +3 for 10 minutes.] It was a wide area buff skill, something quite deceptive since it would increase all their stats. Ah. This is quite usable. Jin-hyuk let out a small whistle. If it wasnt for Teresas unique skill, Blessing of the Star, which allowed for revival upon death, he would have gone for this skill. Koh! In the meantime, Teresa leaped into the middle of the undead monsters. Grrr Kuaaak! The ghouls and skeletons immediately reacted with their foul breath and ax attacks. But Kakaka! But those weapons wouldnt even scratch Teresas armor. That was to be expected. 100 yers. Among them, Teresa was the most stable ranker. Moreover, although it was a replica version, she was also equipped with the Armor of Joan of Arc. No matter how manymon mobs there were, they wouldnt be able to reach her. Kuak! Ackkk! Her shield also did work. Bang! Kwang! The ghouls heads were crushed in one blow. The shield was as strong as a hammer weapon. sh! Whenever the sword flew in an arc, skeletons would be cut into pieces. Fast and urate. The wall was being torn down, and the path opened. now was the time! Tat! Jin-hyuknded on the ground lightly and moved quickly at the same time. While maintaining speed, he moved between the monsters with minimal adjustments. Most of the aggro was attracted to Teresa, but a few came for Jin-hyuk, too, because there were so many. Ghouls raised their nails and aimed for his neck. Kiiik! There was no end to them. Puak! By aiming their joints, the center of the monsters gravity shifted. Kuak? The ghouls body shook violently, and it somehow managed to look surprised. All of a sudden, its body stopped listening to it. Jin-hyuk treated skeletons and ghouls in the same manner. And at that moment, the fog became thicker. Psss! ck spears began to move like lightning. This was bad. Jin-hyuk instinctively knew this and changed his direction. Pak! A huge crater was formed in the spot where he had just been. As expected. It was a destructive force that would kill him. If it wasnt of that level, no one would want the relic. Jin-hyuks eyes moved quickly. Left. Exactly between the rocks. He spotted the Lick preparing the spell. A mage made of white bones with no trace of flesh. However, the blue glow in its eyes indicated that it was ready to fight. This is no ce for human beings toe. It was a voice that sounded like screeching iron. But those words So was it saying this was an excellent ce for a corpse toe? Jin-hyuk heard the threat, which was stained with territorial pride. There are five durahans as escorts to it He wanted to avoid a head-on fight if possible. But he would have to deal with all of them. Like the ghoul and skeletons, there was the risk of being caught if he was ignored. Go back. Take one more step, and I will turn you to ashes, The Lich created ck lightning in the palm of its hand. It was at least Fifth Circle magic. Swish! Jin-hyuk took a step forward. Oh my, it was a mistake, You The Lich looked at the durahans and nodded. Koooo! Kwakk! The five durahans roared loudly, Thud! Thud! Thud! Along with their roar, the ground shook as the durahans narrowed the distance. Despite their low intelligence, they were able to move effectively. At the same time The lighting in Lichs hand vanished. Die in regret, human! It was fast. However, the moment that it was about to reach Jin-hyuks heart. Wheik! A fierce and strong fire erupted. The lighting was blocked by a fire curtain and was shattered. W-what are you human!? An all-out attack, yet the human blocked it like it was nothing? As far as magic went, he was confident that a human could not defeat it. That pride was shattered now. And from this moment Kukukuku! The me broke into thousands of fragments and scattered. Tak! I am running out of time, so I will end this as soon as possible. Jin-hyuk spoke briefly and aimed at the durahan who was at the forefront. Tuk. He then stepped on its thigh. Tuk! And then the shoulder and jumped high in the air. Did he soar close to 5m above the ground? Jin-hyuk shrugged his shoulders. I am not as fast as lightning, but One could not predict. Your shield cannot stop it. A dagger that has been strengthened ten times over,bined with his Rift and Adaptive stats. Just 5th circle magic was too weak to counter it. Maybe if the shield was at least 2 circles higher, then it would be possible. The dagger in his hand vanished. A red sh. A single ray of light flew in a straight line towards the Lich. Kuam!? [5th circle Energy Shield has been activated!] A magic barrier rose up. The shield unfolded up like a transparent curtain around the Lichs body. But Kwang! It shattered like a ss wall and, naturally, left the Lich injured. Kua. Ack The Lich looked from its wound to Jin-hyuk in disbelief. Thatsted only for a short moment. The blue light in its eyes was gradually losing color. All of the magic he had umted was blown away. Of course, as long as there was the life force vessel, it wont vanish. But it wouldnt be able to move for a while. This is roughly the end of it, Jin-hyuk took the dagger which was lodged in the floor. Grrr Ku. The durahan, who was under the Lichsmand, stepped back. Perhaps they lost their will to fight. Jin-hyuk didnt pursue them. After all, his purpose wasnt toe here and level but to secure the items. Phew. Jin-hyuk took a step back and breathed. He should be nervous from now because he would have to get past numerous traps. W-what kind of porter does that? Teresa mumbled. Her heart was beating wildly when she joined the fight with the undead. It was because she wanted to show the person who was ignoring her how strong she was. However, the moment she saw him battle, her proud shoulders fell down. It was true. He had imed that he had handled the durahan by himself. She was skeptical, but it seemed like it was true. It didnt even seem like it would be difficult. Even the much higher-leveled Lich was like a toy to him. He deserves to be confident. He was strong, so he could act arrogant/ But The surprise didnt end there. The moment the trap zone was entered. Teresa was at a loss for words. Ah Her little lips opened up in shock. Bang! Jin-hyuk avoided the spears, which rose from the floor with a movement that did it with a split-second difference. Fifteen arrows flew at once. It was shocking, but this was the only path. And the traps were actually covered up. And it is foggy, so I need to be extra careful. Kakaka! As Jin-hyuk continued to sh the arrows down with his dagger, he checked where he was moving. Right. [Vision is distorted] An ufortable sense filled his eyes. From now, the gap has to be around 32cm apart. It meant that whenever he felt an attacking, it would be faster than it felt. This was the biggest reason that making it past this trap zone was difficult for him. He modified and memorized the timing by one step. and he moved. Jin-hyuk headed ahead. Swish. The sound of something hitting the ground. This time from behind. The moment a snake-like rope was about to touch his ankle Jin-hyuk jumped around it. ck! Each time he moved, another trap was triggered. Naturally, everything here triggered a trap. Three steps from here and two to the right. Keep moving and take the less risky steps and the rtively easier traps. The tricky part was the trap that would train the mind. And he had to be focused at all times. Because if his focus ran out, he would die. A little bit Just a little bit more He had 100 m left before reaching his goal. [Hearing bes dulled.] [The sense of touch is paralyzed.] As the distance between traps increased, his five senses were being dulled. An environment that overshadowed the advantages of reflexes. It was no use trying to figure out a pattern. So This was the section where everything he tried had be meaningless. Dying thousands and tens of thousands of times to learn theplete sequence was the only way to break through the trap. Kwang! Jin-hyuk set his dagger to his side. His five senses were being dulled, but his mind wasnt hazy yet. Bang! Kick! Bang! And again. Kwang! Kwang! Bang! One more time. Woong! Jin-hyuk grabbed the dagger flying towards his heart with his bare hands and threw it to the ground. [All senses return.] [The fog on the pit is cleared.] [The undead now enters their rest.] Looking at the status windows that appeared, he groaned. I did this after a while, but my muscles turned too sore. For real. Now he had pain in his right wrist and shoulder. It would have been nice if he had been three months younger. I feel better after doing this, but Jin-hyuk looked at the items ced on the rocks. The first thing which caught his eye was the Latin written on a long parchment. The Oath of Apostle Peter. And Right. Nice to see you again. The crystal emitted a bright blue light that made his eyes hurt. Frozen Tears. He finally got his hands on it. First, I need to get the Subspace and the Magic Soul Pill and call Teresa to neutralize the Frozen Tears. If he touched it barehanded, his hands would suffer from frostbite. But as he was going to call Teresa. That put it down slowly. A voice said from behind him. Chapter 25: True Swordsman, Chun Yuseong (1) Chapter 25: True Swordsman, Chun Yuseong (1) Jin-hyuk slowly turned his head and saw a man with an old-looking sword. It was a sword he knew. A replica version of that was disyed at the National Museum of Korea. An iron sword with the Qianlong symbol engraved on it. Right. Then it must mean that this was the guy who stalked him in-game ages ago. He evaluated his opponent. The man made a sharp impression with his solid body and tall frame. He was probably over 185 cm. The impression of a well-forged sword. I didnt know much in the game as he was just a psychopath stalker, but he looks quite fine in real life. No, to be precise, even a model would be ashamed to be next to him. It was hard to find such a perfectly sculpted body and face. Arent you tired of it? Jin-hyuk clicked his tongue. Was it not enough to chase after him in the game? Now he gets chased in ruins in real life too. Seriously, this guy would probably follow him into hell. That annoyed look you wont be looking at me like that anymore. The man spat out the words through his teeth as terrible killing intent surged. Ah, right. This guy hated being ignored by other people. From the standpoint of the opponent, this wasnt a pleasant attitude. No, lets think about it withmon sense. What kind of crazy bastardes chasing all the way here? And if you want to fight, you should be nicely asking for acknowledgment. It will be different this time. as long as we are made to start again, I will not be pushed around by you. It made no sense. It never worked between them. With a small sigh, Jin-hyuk activated the Eye of Truth. [Skill activation canceled due to the level difference.] Of course, there was a level difference, but it didnt matter. This was because there were additional stats that could override it. [The stats effect has neutralized the level difference.] [Looking at the target status window] Name: Chun Yuseon Gender: Male Age: 28 Level: 29 Strength 35 Agility 31 Stamina 18 magic 10 Stat Points:0 upation: Swordsman Unique Ability: Song of the Sword Skill: Lv6 Sword Spirit Qi, Lv5 Eye of the Ancient One, Lv5 One Hit Combat, Lv5 Self Defense Qi, Lv5 Battlefield Selection, Lv4 Chasing Sword Dance. [Copy Conditions: Chun Yuseon believes that he is stronger than anyone when ites to swords. Hit him with the ''sword'' he is the most confident of.] A much longer stat window than any he had seen until now. Did he recognize Jin-hyuk through the [Eye of the Ancient One]? If this guy had stalked him to the point where he was looking through him, he could understand the tenacity of following him until here. Chun Yuseong Such a nice name. Tower of Trials. The veterans there. Chun Yuseong was one of the yers with whom Jin-hyuk had a terrible rtionship, but he was also amazingly skilled. In fact, the people who fought with Chun Yuseong would always be in awe of the man. And he was feared as the Sword Spirit. But Was he of this level? Jin-hyuk read the status window with a sad expression. Level, skill, unique abilities, stats. Others would have lost their minds at seeing such arge window. Of course, he also admitted that the man was much stronger than he was in the past. The build to be a swordsman was wless. But It is the same with me. The gap hadnt narrowed even in the slightest. Instead, it had increased. If you want to fight, I will not stop you, but will you be okay? I am not the only one here, though? Teresa, who responded to Chun Yuseongs energy, was approaching at a fast pace. At most, she would arrive in 2 or 3 minutes. After that, it would be a two-on-one fight. Saint you brought uselesspanions. Well I think I need to make two corrections there. First, shes not apanion. Their interests were just aligned, so they were together for now. And second. I never take useless ones along. As soon as Jin-hyuk finished speaking, he heard the sound of the wind moving. Woong! A silver shield appeared. The energy that gently pulsated on its surface. A weapon with divine power. Kuka? Chun Yuseong held his sword out in a hurry. Kwang! He managed to defend in the short window of time, but the shock was so great that his nerves were on edge. Dont look down on the opponent. Why not run away before shees? It isnt toote now. I will not allow another to intervene in our confrontation. [Chun Yuseong activated Lv5'' Battlefield Selection''] A transparent veil began to spread around Chun Yu-seongs body. In line with that, Jin-hyuk smiled. As expected. He responded back to the most gentle scratch. A unique barrier that allowed one to choose the battlefield he wanted. The strongest type of barrier among the barriers possessed by Chun Yuseong. Woong! A new space of about 50 m was newly created. And what caught his eye was the image of a training center with smashed marble floors. Such a manly ce. Its incredible how consistent his character was and his talent. Chun Yuseong held the sword with both hands. You can no longer get help from outside. A barrier that cut off the world. Chun Yuseong immediately used his skills. [Chun Yuseon activates Lv5 ''One Hit Combat''] [All stats of Chun Yuseong are increased by 10%] [The effect of Teresa''s ''Song of Battle'' will disappear.] [All stats are reduced by 10%] Status messages appeared one after another. It was the result of being forced toe in here through Battlefield Selection. And with that, Chun Yuseong had the confidence to fight. But Jin-hyuk wasnt going to avoid fighting. caught you. This unfavorable situation was correct. A special condition that was attached to Fusion. [If the situation turns overwhelmingly more unfavorable than the original copying condition, the copying conditions will be modified ordingly.] And in this case [Copy conditions have been adjusted] [Achievement of pre-copying and post-conditions is eptable.] [Complete the condition within 10 minutes of the time limit.] The conditions had changed. He can now first copy the ability before fulfilling the condition. I will copy the unique ability of Chun Yuseong. [Copying the Unique Ability ''Song of the Sword (S)''] [Song of the Sword: Increases your understanding of swords by 200%. The body naturally seeks efficient sword movement, and the senses of the whole body be extremely sensitive.] [This is one of the essential abilities to receive the title of True Sword.] Until now, it was a fight that relied on experience and reflexes. From the moment he acquired this ability, he could understand the sword. Puak! Jin-hyuk grabbed his dagger with his right hand. And flicked his left index finger at Chun Yuseong. Dont pretend to be alright! Chun Yuseong grunted. At the same time Kwang! He kicked the ground and rushed towards Jin-hyuk. The distance was narrowed in an instant. He was fast. However, Kaka! Jin-hyuk dodged the attack aimed at him and looked at the next one that followed. Kakang! Several shes came from Chun Yuseongs sword in less than a second, desperate to reach his vital points. At that time Chun Yuseongs face distorted more than before What tricks are you ying? Uh? What? Do not pretend to not know! Your main specialty isnt melee range but medium range. Why are you fighting with a single dagger? Because of his stalking, this guy already knew Jin-hyuks fighting style. He knew he enjoyed fighting at a distance rather than close range. He was right. For now, I think this will work. He couldnt use anything else for now due to the copying conditions. Additionally, since he was already able to use the Song of Swords, the dagger was ideal for dealing damage. Of course, that was something only Jin-hyuk could understand. From Chun Yuseongs point of view, this only angered him. I will kill you! Enraged, Chun Yuseong swung his sword. Kang! Kakakang! Dozens of timesno, it was hundreds. How the hell is this happening? As time passed, Chun Yuseong became unable to understand the situation. The battlefield was optimized for him. Besides, wasnt the opponent giving up on his usualbat style and ying close range? It was all favorable to him. He thought he would win But the bnce didnt break. And there was only one reason why this could have happened. Hes using swordsmanship? It wasnt just an imitation but sophistication that came with long years of training. In addition, there was an unprecedented level of anomaly that pierced through his gaps. He was shocked as they kept arriving. Chun Yuseong widened the distance and took a deep breath. It was because he had activated a lot of skills in a short span of time. I dont know what you did, but it is amazing. Without me realizing, you learned swordsmanship. I have been on a grind and learning new thingstely. And it is more fun than I thought. Though he only received it a moment ago. And it was something he learned from Chun Yuseong. If he said that, the guy would go insane. At Jin-hyuks words, Chun Yuseong was shocked. Right. Even if you had lost your organs, relying on my swordsmanship to fight you is the wrong move. It is my mistake for being too rxed against a monster like you. He admitted it. The fact that he can never win unless he does his best. In an instant, the feeling of air changed like a sword that stretched out in a straight line. There. [Chun Yuseong activates the Soul Chasing Sword Qi!] Psss.! Blue magic flowed from the sword. It was the manifestation of the ultimate intention of cutting down everything in front of him. Shit. Arent you too much? Are you saying you want to use that against a beginner who just started learning about swords? From the moment you called yourself a beginner, I knew I shouldnt listen to the bullshit you say. Chun Yuseong dismissed the words of Jin-hyuk. Kwang! As he released his sword qi, Chun Yuseong rushed to Jin-hyuk, who was looking down at his dagger. Will it be okay if I fight with this weapon? No matter how hard the strengthened dagger was, it could not withstand sword qi. It wasnt called sword qi for nothing, after all. Then He would make it capable of dealing with it. No, the ability to transcend the swordsmanship Jin-hyuk grabbed a ck pill that was on the rock with the other treasures. I will fuse the Song of the Sword and Demon Soul Pill. Woong! As soon as his words finished, a dazzling light shone. [Fusion sessful!] [You have acquired the unique ability of ''Sword Grave (SS)''] [Sword Grave: Increases understanding of the swords by 500%. The body searches for the optimal sword path, and the perception of the sensations around the body will reach their highest level.] [It is one of the essential talents to receive the title of Sword Demon.] [Copied ability is stored in ''Memories of the World''.] If possible He wanted to do this after absorbing the Frozen Tears. But The opponent would get too worked up at it, so he decided to put up a good fight right now. [Unique ability ''Sword Grave'' will appear.] The name of the one who saw the end of the swords path was the True Sword. On the other hand, the one who broke it all down was called the Sword Demon. The strongest and worst of talents. So no one remembered such a name. All that was left was a single sword stuck in a nameless graveyard. This is the story of the Demons head. Kukukuku! An unimaginably horrific aura began to rise, and the marble floor below began to rise into the air. And at that moment. [Lv1 ck Moon Night is activated!] The ck Moon fell upon Jin-hyuks dagger. The jet-ck crescent moon dyed even the light within the barrier ck. W-what absurd power is Chun Yuseong, who was running to attack, became stiff. This Was dangerous. Chapter 26: True Swordsman, Chun Yuseong (2) Chapter 26: True Swordsman, Chun Yuseong (2) Throb! Creepy! Heavy pressure could be felt all over his body. Every blood vessel in him seemed to be screaming. Jin-hyuk frowned. As expected Is this the aftermath of using a SS rank unique ability? Until now, except for the Element of Fire, he had never used abat-type ability, so he didnt realize it. But now he could feel it clearly. The importance of how much magic he had. If he wanted to use Teresas unique abilityter. No matter how much magic he had, it would fall short. Another reason to fully absorb the Frozen Tears. For now, I will have to end this as soon as possible. If he dragged on this fight any longer, he wouldnt be able to handle it. So he gathered up all of the magic he had left over. Wheik! ck energy fluttered at the tip of his sword. It was the sword that the Sword Demon was able to use. Although it wasnt even 1/10th of the actual attack, it would be enough for now. Clench! Chun Yuseong began biting his lip, and blood began to flow out, but he couldnt feel the pain. Never. I cannot ept this. He tried so hard, even in the game. Even outside the game However, no matter how hard he trained or suffered, he couldnt defeat the guy in front of him. The result was always the ck and white screen with the red letter saying [You Have Died] that told him all of his efforts were in vain. And 1 year, 2 years So much time had passed that he couldnt even count how many times he read the message about him dying. He had spent years forgetting and giving it all up. And right when he had. The [Tower of Trials] became real life. It was this! If only he could start back up from scratch. There would never be any reason to be pushed around by this man. Their gap was simply because they had started the game earlier and dominated with their excellent performance. But Even afterpleting all the preparations and being sure of himself Why? Did he only see despair? Chun Yuseong roared loudly. Soul Chasing Sword Dance. His sword split itself into dozens of pieces. 1st form. Blue-colored magic began to flow from him. Soul Chasing Beast Sword Never he will never admit this! I will not admit this! Chun Yuseong shouted and swung his sword. Like the ws of a beast, those dozens of swords went towards Jin-hyuk. Kwakwakwang! The ground was being cut up like it was paper. Such was the attacks overwhelming power. The absurd physical force was apanied by wind. Thickyers of dust began to rise up where the wind was swirling. Haa Haa Chun Yuseong let out a raspy breath, his heart pounding hard. He had made full use of what he could, so it should have worked this time. But What kind of skill brings up so much dust? In the thick dust. Step. Jin-hyuk appeared without a single wound. The attack wasnt blocked, nor epted, just avoided. W-with that you read all the movements? Those dozens of attacks? It was absurd! Even he who wielded the sword all the time couldnt do it. It isnt that the Soul Chasing Sword is bad, but I have been fighting with someone who uses something faster and stronger than this. Not on the first floor but somece higher. And he was the only one who had faced the absolute being who ruled the tower. It is funny. There are no more ascending martial arts on the top other than the Heavenly Demon. How did you know? Did you fight with him? Till the fucking end, you need to be sarcastic! Chun Yuseong drew his sword horizontally. At the same time. From above to below. Jin-hyuk lowered his dagger. Kwang! Swords with different paths collided together. Papak! The sh of qi and energy. Blue sparks scattered in every direction, but the bnce in power didntst long. The fully manifested ck Moon Night swallowed Chun Yuseongs strength in an instant. Kuak! Chun Yuseong groaned. Although he had poured his magic to the point of being drained, he was still fine. It wasnt a difference in magic, skill, or unique ability. This was the difference between how the two enjoyed and liked this world. Finally Thud! Chun Yuseong knelt down to one knee. Kuak! Kwang! The subsequent blow knocked out the iron sword in his hand. The sword rotated in the air before bing stuck in the ground. Finally, the victory was decided. I think Ive won quite too many times. I dont know exactly, even how many times. The number was long forgotten. It must have been over double digits too. 138 138. That many times? Next time, it will be 139. Of course, that is if you think you will have another chance at winning. At Jin-hyuks words, Chun Yuseong raised his eyes. Next? Right. Next time! If possible, I want toe back stronger than now. There was a 90-day cooldown before he could copy another ability from the same target. And If the Chun Yuseong that Jin-hyuk knew still had the same character, the next time he came, he woulde with more useful abilities than now. In fact, it is possible to make it into a business trip buffet deal. Why bother looking around for abilities to copy when there was someone who would be stronger every time they fought? He could slowly devour this guy. Later on the 15th floor, I will get that skill. Jin-hyuk couldnt hide his smile when he thought about copying the skill only a swordsman could get. Of course Kill me. There is no need for sympathy. From Chun Yuseongs point of view, he had no choice but to ept those words as cheap sympathy. It was true. Even if he said he would wait, he knew that no one in the world would do such a thing. It couldnt be helped. With a small sigh, Jin-hyuk retrieved his dagger. As you know, the Tower of Trials isnt a merciful ce. Rankers die the moment they get careless, you know. Talking about the towers difficulty would only make their mouths hurt. In particr, now that the variable of people was added, the difficulty had only gone up. That is why we need as many strong yers as possible. Especially if they are particrly strong ones like you. Particrly strong yers? Chun Yuseongs eyes trembled slightly. A strange look. Was it the feeling of a Counts foolish son who was ignored his whole life finally getting recognition from his father? And now Jin-hyuk reached out to Chun Yuseong. At the same time, he activated another skill. [Lv2'' Communion'' is activated.] [The target''s hostility towards you has been lessened.] [The affinity has slightly increased.] Chun Yuseong stood up, holding Jin-hyuks hand, and wiped the dust off his body. you arent wrong. But keep in mind. Next time the results will bepletely different from now. Well, it wont be boring. Right. I am looking forward to it. Jin-hyuk smiled. Chun Yuseong, who was trying to break the barrier, stopped. But, I still dont know your name. We wont be seeing each other too often, so there is no need to use our real names, right? Hey, you, that one guy was good enough. Why use personal names? Right. I get it. Then let me call you how I know of you. Huh? Why did something feel like it was going wrong? No Wait! Dont call me that! Jin-hyuk eximed. He will tell you, so dont! Dont say it, you bastard! Captain Timo. Ah, I said to not call me that! Jin-hyuk touched his forehead. He again realized how much a ripple that username he had made for fun was still causing in his life. Reality was so harsh. Just as Jin-hyuk finished his battle with Chun Yuseong and was in the process of acquiring the items. Another strange thing was happening within the ruins. The raid team was resting after a battle. Cheon-hwa hyung! Didnt all the monsters ahead already get taken down? A magic-type yer who could use detection magic tilted his head and asked. Uh. Kwang-il took a few others and swept them away an hour back. Really? Hm Why? Nothing, it is just that the detection magic keeps beeping up. Seems to be one or two It cannot be. They were checked three times daily to be sure they were dealt with. Show me. Song Cheon-hwa approached the yer. It was true. There was a red dot on the translucent screen. Ha. Kwang-il, this brat. It looks like he is cking off. Song Cheon-hwa scratched his head. Sometimes such things did happen. There were cases where one or two monsters were missed, such as the ghost types. But then Uh? Wait! It is moving. What do you mean moving? They arent supposed to move on their own. They should stick to one ce, right? I mean it! They areing too fast! And towards us! At that moment Thud! Thud! Pounding steps could be heard, and the sound of such things couldnt belong to a ghost. Song Cheon-hwa began to panic. If this was what was happening What if it wasnt a ghost but something else entirely? And what if no one noticed until it broke through the outer boundary and approached them in this short time? Goosebumps rose on his back. Right now wake everyone who is resting! A-All? Yes, everyone! Song Cheon-hwa shouted. A few momentster, a giant golem 3 meters in height appeared in front of the raid party. A massive body made of rock. However, what bothered them was the white-haired man sitting on its shoulders. Hmm. Hello humans? A sweet voice filled their ears as the man smiled at Song Cheon-hwa. Y-You can talk? Damn it. It is a monster with intelligence. The golem isnt a normal golem but an iron golem. It wouldnt get caught with our weapons. All the yers mumbled. A monster with intelligence had a reputation for being difficult to deal with. Among them, human-like entities were the most avoided. You are the master of the ruins? Song Cheon-hwa asked, covering his body with his giant shield. Haha. My name is Belus. I simply belong to the blood race who are servants of the true master of these ruins. Blood race? If it is blood Song Cheon-hwa was shocked. N-No. There was only one monster that could be this beautiful and human-like. Vampire And if that was true. The one who ruled these ruins were Gulp Song Cheon-hwa gulped. A True Ancestor. One of the strongest beings in the Tower of Trials. And this was its territory. We have no chance of winning. He never imagined that there would be such a powerful monster on the first floor. No matter how much Teresa was forced to fight, even if she had a secret weapon, a True Ancestor was an exception. At least the level will be over 500. At this point, it was impossible to hunt it with just the unique ability of relics. Song Cheon-hwa struggled to speak. What do you want from us? You wouldnt havee here for no reason, would you? Well. You are a pretty smart human. Right. The reason I came all the way here is to make a suggestion. Belus jumped off the shoulder of the golem. Tap. A lightnding that defied gravity. Suggestion? I will give you a choice. You can choose one of the two. First, Would all of you like to follow me quietly? If not Red magic began to form on Belus palm. Would you like to be led like cattle after half of you are killed as an example? Chapter 27: Corridor Of The Fallen’s Master (1) Chapter 27: Corridor Of The Fallens Master (1) It is funny. Even if the True Ancestor hade here personally, I wouldnt have thought about it, but youre saying this as just one of the blood races? Song Cheon-hwa growled towards Belus. The damage would be quite significant, but if the situation was like this, it would be the same as giving up on the raid. This meant that there was no fight with the True Ancestor. But this one had thought foolishly to ask them to go inside the enemys base. From Song Cheon-hwas point of view, it wasnt too early. Hmm. Do you really think so? Are you saying that I am not good enough? Of course. At most, the monster will be level 50. I have hunted those several times already. A True Ancestors normal level would be over 500. However, members of the blood race that followed it would have to be lower than that. 50 or maybe 60 at most? It was true that they were strong, but it was possible to hunt them down with perfect positioning. This is definitely information officially released on the bulletin board of Tower of Trials management in the past. Song Cheon took a confident pose. Haha! As expected! I didnt know humans are so bound by the level frame. Belus let out a smirk. And at that moment. Psss! A red spark lit up the sky, and the air around them changed rapidly. At the same time, the smile disappeared from Belus lips. How dare inferior humans who dont even know me look down on me? [Belus activates Lv11'' Blood Bind''!] As the skill activated, blood began to appear. Thousands of blood drops, each the size of a childs fist, engulfed the tankers instantly. Kuak! Ugh! What is this? Dispel! Dispel quickly! The panicked tankers shouted. Even those wearing items that increased their magic resistance werent able to move their bodies. However, before Dispel could be used, Belus clenched his open palm. Pupuk! Kwang! Crack! Kuak! Ack! Tremendous pressure shattered the armor around a tank. There was no need to even imagine what happened to the person inside. A fountain of blood gushed out. You bastards! Do you think I would stand still and wait for you to heal? Move now! Song Cheon-hwa ordered an attack. Shit! Run! You have to kill it before the next magic gets activated! The close-range damage dealers quickly swarmed forward. They aimed for the opponents blind spots as they utilized a siege formation. Most of their attacks were blocked by a shield made of blood, but Puak! A few seeded in piercing Belus body with their swords and spears. Drops of blood began to drip down those few des. But that was all. Belus didnt even bother raising an eyebrow. It is disappointing. At the very least, you should have put holy water on your weapons before attacking. That would have brought an ending. Bubble! The bodies of the damage dealers surrounding Belus were swallowed by the fistfuls of blood. Crushed pieces of meat fell to the ground. Their attacks didnt work. On the other hand, the opponents attack was powerful enough to overwhelm them. H-How does a blood race vampire have Song Cheon-hwa mumbled in disbelief. A thought then crossed his mind. This was just the power of one subordinate. Then how strong was the one who led this monster? He couldnt imagine it. Even if you gathered up all of the top yers attacking the 3rd-floor boss. He wouldnt be sure a raid made of those people would seed. Song Cheon-hwa put on his shield. He had to live. He had to survive to deliver this news outside. Will you surrender? Before that, let me ask one thing. It is a question good. Come, tell me. Why take us? For Belus, annihting the raid wouldnt be a difficult thing. It would take less than an hour if he put his mind to it. But why do such a troublesome thing? To use you as bait. Bait? There is a human our master is interested in, and one of them knows to use divine power. So we decided to use a simple way. That was Teresa, he was talking about Teresa. Why for her? The situation felt hopeless to Song Cheon-hwa, who began searching for a way out. If it is Teresa, a pdin Maybe there was a chance. It wasnt about winning by fighting. It was about living and getting out of this ce. His worries didntst long. I get it. We will follow. Song Chen-hwa nodded. Then stabbed himself in the palm with his thumb. [Emergency call scroll has been activated] [The designated target ''Teresa de Laurentia.''] A blue status window flickered. She was the only one he could believe in. Please He hoped all of this information would be ryed to her. --- True Ancestor, Elise von Ataraxia. She was one of the strongest beings in the Tower of Trials. No, she was strong. Because she broke the taboo of the n, she was corrupted. As a result, she was exiled to the lowest floor of the tower. That was why the name of the ruins was the Corridor of the Fallen. In a sense, it was a royal pce located within the abyss, inhabited only by Elise and a small number of her followers. A story unknown to the world. Jin-hyuk opened his eyes, and a status window appeared in front of him A moment ago, a personal invitation hade along with a personal quest. [The Master of the Corridor invites you.] [If you want to save the yers and porters of the raid, pleasee to the innermost room.] [Difficulty: None Reward: Meeting with the Master of the Corridor Description: If you ept the quest, all the monsters, and traps in thest room will be halted.] What what do we do? Teresa nced at Jin-hyuk. She was bound by contract, so she had to go and help them. Meanwhile, Jin-hyuk was just a normal porter. She couldnt just wait here. But he could just escape when the rescue teams cameter and broke through the guardian. Jin-hyuk shrugged. Well. What should be done? Uh? I dont want to take the risk, but I can go with you if you ask earnestly. Ask earnestly? Well. You just need to think about something. Actually, I heard that the subscriber base is quite strong there? Jin-hyuk then rounded his fingers. He knew that she knew everything, so why bother acting innocent? Not money, but coins! If she could give him her coins, he would think about it. Such a bad aftertaste. Arent you also aiming to go for the boss? Chun Yuseong, who heard this, clicked his tongue. Ah. Yes. That is that, and this is this. I am not trying to force her or anything. She has her own options, right? Besides, arent you supposed to leave the ruins? Yes. The purpose ofing here has failed. Then go quietly. Dont go around spoiling my deals. Jin-hyuk waved his hand. Then, Chun Yuseong made an even more pathetic expression. . Sometimes I feel it. I wonder if I can be strong by acting vicious like you. This brat! Phew enough. Dont talk anymore. Talking with him was the worst. And he wasnt wrong either. Jin-hyuk sighed and looked at Teresa. So. What will you do? If I give you coins will you rescue the raid team with me? I cannot promise much, but I will ensure you dont feel like you wasted 10,000 coins here. 10,000 coins? Such an absurd amount to even request. Those who collected 10,000 coins by this point would kill the guy at that offer. But if it meant the rescue of the raid team, then it would be the right amount to pay. However, there was one thing that bothered her Arent you afraid, Mr. Jin-hyuk? This wasnt a normal raid anymore. Now they will have to face a top-level boss. All the relics they had would be useless now. Yet Well. Should I be afraid? Jin-hyuk smiled casually. A smile as if he knew what the oue would be. Teresa pursed her lips. That was a statement closer to arrogance than confidence. But why? Ba-dump! Ba-dump! Her heart was beating with strange anticipation. Now she had to choose. Follow with rational thinking or trust her intuition? I will be heading out now. I think breaking through the guardian will take quite some time. Chun Yuseong turned around with his sword sheathed. Ah. One thing. He paused for a moment as if he was trying to remember and said, If you are having a hard time deciding, listen to this. He looked back at Jin-hyuk with a displeased expression. I do not know if he can defeat the True Ancestor. Since he was a third party here, he wasnt sure of a guaranteed win. But. Because he had already fought with Jin-hyuk too many times, he knew his opponent much better than anyone. He knew one thing If that guy cannot defeat that monster, no one can. That was the mans past. The yer who would be the future swordsman had recognized him. Who was the best yer in the Tower right now? This idiot. And if he could bemissioned for only 10,000 coins, it was like making a losing business flourish. Of course, the decision is yours. Chun Yuseong mumbled and moved. thanks for the advice. Teresa nodded her head. And, as if determined, she moved slightly towards Jin-hyuk. I will make the contract. Please fight alongside me. [You have epted the quest (2/2 people)] [Monsters are sleeping] [The traps will stop working] Kukuku! Various traps and monsters in the ruins all went silent. Thanks to this, their path ahead would be smooth. And because it was a free pass, several weeks of work were turned into a few hours walk. [Magic increased by +12] Jin-hyuk slowly absorbed the Frozen Tears, which Teresa had helped thaw. [Frozen Tears] Acquisition Difficulty: SS Absorbable Magic: 100 Description: This is the essence that can be obtained from the ''End of the World'' on the 7th floor of the Tower of Trials. It greatly increases magic when absorbed, but if it doesn''t go through a specific refining process, it inflicts fatal wounds on the user.] so nice. 12 stat points. In terms of levels, it was the equivalent of 4 level-ups. Jin-hyuk felt a change in the magic that he was absorbing bow. When he had activated Sword Grave, it had been so painful that it felt like his body was ripping itself apart from the inside. Now the pain eased a little. That was why everyone wanted magic. The total amount is 100, so if that can be fully absorbed He could freely use the abilities and skills of other rankers as well as the Sword Grave and Blessing of the Star. The thawing provided by Teresa is limited to 12, so for the time being, I need to be satisfied with this. 12, 18, 30, 40. A total of 4 steps. The amount the body could absorb varied depending on the skill used to alleviate the cold. This meant he would need a person with higher-level skills or a special item to grow further. Well, I can think about it at ater time. Right now, he had to focus on what was in front of him. Countless challenges and failures. And the end was nearing. No matter how he thought about it, there was only one way to defeat Elise. And it wasnt an easy path. But he would have to break through it. Not much time left. The passage began to get wider and wider. Chapter 28: Corridor Of The Fallen’s Master (2) Chapter 28: Corridor Of The Fallens Master (2) How long did they walk? Decorations that resembled Ancient Greece appeared on therge door ahead of them, but it wasnt something they could enjoy. This Jin-hyuk frowned. Tingle! Magic was behind that door. Even though the door should be reducing the amount of magic leaking out, the pressure from there was immense. He nced to the side and noticed how stiff Teresa had be. H-How can we defeat such a monster on our own? Her voice trembled. Right, it was unsurprising. The magic from the door felt like it pierces their skin. It was so strong that they thought they would be trampled. There is no need to be afraid. Didnt you know that your opponent was strong beforeing? R-right, but Besides, in battle, the stronger side doesnt always have to win. Strategies and tactics were created to ovee the strong. If all the winners were decided simply by the amount of magic I never would have reached the end of the tower. Do you have a n? Only one thing. No matter what happens, believe in me. Jin-hyuk let out a short breath and pulled out his dagger. Uh? What do you mean? Teresa asked, but Jin-hyuk didnt answer. Instead. Kiiik He reached out and opened the door. --- A spectacr view, along with a dazzling light, unfolded in front of them. The floors and pirs inside were made of gold. At a ce where a red veil fell from above sat a noble throne. You are finally here. I was too tired of waiting. The woman, who was leaning her chin on her hand, smiled. Jin-hyuk looked at her. She is amazing no matter how many times I see her. Long, silver hair reached down to her waist. Red eyes, a beautiful face, and an alluring body. Indeed, she looked like the quintessential vampire who was blessed with immortality. And she also was horrifying There were twelve members of the blood n lined up next to her. Byparison, they merely looked alright. Are the people safe? I havent touched a single one, dont worry. Elise beckoned them lightly. Right. [Lv?? Dimensional severance is dismantled] The veil was removed, and the captives appeared. Uhh. Um! Up! She had tied them down, gagged their mouths, and blindfolded them. From the raid team captain, Song Cheon-hwa, to the porters, most seemed unharmed. . Thank god. [Lv2 Eye of Truth has been activated.] Jin-hyuk used his skill to scan them. Dozens of status windows appeared. Although the magic consumption was extreme, Jin-hyuk had checked each one. He had to find it. Among them That man, it was then Now that you see the hostages are safe, is it my turn to ask a question? Elise, who had been waiting, spoke. This was just a formality. She would ask him the question whether he said yes or no. If he refused, she would kill the other humans first. Ask away. Actually, I am curious as to why you had to y such a difficult game? It is the smell whiches from you that made me invite you here. Smell? His sweat surely didnt smell. If it was a smell that provoked vampires no! Yes. The scent of blood flowing through your body! A sweet scent which cannot bepared with these ordinary humans has stimted me. Shit. He knew his blood type was B, and now this woman was calling it sweet. Jin-hyuk touched his forehead. You dont seem happy. You want to suck me dry and turn me into a mummy. Is there anyone who would be happy with that? I am no idiot who eats all of the delicious things at once. You will be allowed to live for 60 years. So do not be too afraid. Hearing that didnt exactly reassure him. That was, in a word, I will keep you by my side and stick my teeth into you whenever I am hungry.. I appreciate the favor, but I have no intention of living as a fancy lunch box to a vampire. Find a toy for such a sadistic hobby elsewhere. There were definitely people who were into that. I am sorry, but I never said you get to choose. I know. I dont mean to back down either let me give you something else instead of blood. Oh. Was it because he spoke bluntly? Elise smiled, but it was only for a short time. There is nothing more precious than delicious food to us. No matter what you suggest, my heart will not change. What if it is freedom? .!? At Jin-hyuks words, her face changed. At the same time How dare you! Speak such words! I will tear you apart, human! The vampires who were on either side of her shouted at once. Their killing intent was oozing out at his words. Right, this was how it worked. To them, freedom was more than just a word. The years spent in exile and endless darkness The beauty of the stars and the moon shining in the night sky. The soft feeling of the wind and freshness of the grass. All of them were long lost. You the words you are saying. You need to take responsibility for it. If I werent responsible, I wouldnt have said it. Jin-hyuk took a mask out of his sleeves. It was a ck mask with geometric patterns on it. It was used in thebyrinth, but even though it looked the same, it was different now. The runes engraved on the masks right cheek stood out. That Elise narrowed her eyes. Looks like she had figured out the meaning of this mask. Jin-hyuk bowed. Now that hes thrown the bait, it was time to get to the point. I am Kang Jin-hyuk. On behalf of the demonic humans in the Tower. That was the current character he was ying. And I will get you out of your prison. Even this characters personality and goals. --- Demonic humans. A term used for those who turned their backs on humanity because of money, revenge, or personal beliefs. The demonic humans prevented the yers from climbing the tower. They held hands with the monsters inbyrinths or ruins. Just like right now. After the Tower of Trials became a reality, numerous evil deeds, such as the Coin Farm, were hotly discussed by various news outlets. There was a clear awareness of demonic humans. I have heard of them. But, you are one of them? Elise didnt seem to believe this. Well, the mask alone wouldnt convince anyone. Then. He will give her one piece of information that only a demonic human would know. We have already reached the 27th floor of the tower with the Temple. There, I learned that Miss Elise was here and that there was a way to deceive the seal ced around the ruins. They were words said without interruption. It was a bonus that there were simple things to exin. Indeed if you know about the temple, then it is no lie. Then do you believe me? No. Elise shook her head. You know too much about us. And are also saying things which we have long considered impossible to solve. A rose with thorns. More than anything else, it is hard to believe a man who talks too much. Refusal. It would have been enough to shake hands and leave if it was a request or suggestion. But rejection was death. Elise slowly raised her hand. The vampires lined up next to her shined with power. If the order was given now, both Jin-hyuk and Teresa would be killed. This wasnt easy. If I prove that it isnt just words, will you trust me? Hm? Elise stopped her hand. It would be a burden to believe simple words, right? I will do anything. Just give me a chance. Good. If you are a demonic human Elise looked at Jin-hyuk and turned her face away. You wouldnt feel any reluctance to kill humans. A blue status window appeared. [Unexpected Quest Description: Kill therades you were with. Reward: Elise''s Trust On Failure: No words can convince Elise.] Either kill. Or die. Only two options. And Jin-hyuk Alright. Without hesitation, he grabbed the dagger, confident that everything was going to n. --- What the hell are you doing! Teresa shouted with a face that showed her reaction to this betrayal. The man had been strange from the moment she met him. Although he was extremely strong, his mysterious nature kept her on edge. Yet she remembered the words that asked her to trust him. But The moment he saw him nodding his head without hesitation to kill hisrades, doubt turned to certainty. The opponents identity was really that of a demonic being. From the beginning you were thinking of using me? Isnt it meaningless to question it now? Jin-hyuk extended his dagger forward. As if there was no need to talk anymore. It will not be easy. Teresa defended with her shield. Was she going to protect the hostages with that shield? I know that Miss Teresa isnt an easy opponent. It wasnt for nothing that there was a legend about her blocking the outbreak of Amsterdam alone. But dealing with monsters was a different thing. Youve never fought a human right? Tat! Jin-hyuks form disappeared. ! From behind! Teresa turned her head. Tak! The dagger scraped the iron surface, and a heavy shock was transmitted to her shield. So fast! Besides, his movement It was disgustingly tough to follow. Kakaka! Teresas expression turned pale from the attacks. She thought that if she focused only on defense, she would be able to survive. But that was a huge mistake 5 minutes? No, 3 minutes like that The moment she bit her lip Ah A sad sigh escaped from her lips. She had read the situation wrong, and the response was wrong. And Jin-hyuk wasnt the kind to miss the gap. Puak! The gap that was left open was filled with one smooth movement. His dagger prated into the spots that were not covered by armor. Teresas body shook violently. An artery was cut, and blood gushed out like a fountain. A fatal wound. Ah Teresa groaned and finally fell. And she simply died just like that. One will not be enough. Jin-hyuk wiped the blood from the dagger and turned towards the trembling raid party. Jin-hyuk stood in front of them. He had confirmed through the Eye of Truth. Grun! Jin-hyuk broke the gag of one man and took off his blindfold too. The man, who had his restraints taken off, cheered. R-rescue team! T-thanks to you! We surrived? The man who was ovee with emotions went dumb at the sight. On the other hand, Jin-hyuk smiled brightly. Hello. Long time no see. You fucking bastard. Chapter 29: Corridor Of The Fallen’s Master (3) Chapter 29: Corridor Of The Fallens Master (3) It was a yer who belonged to the ck Crow Guild. Park Hajin. N-No way. Park Hajins voice trembled. To meet you here. It is a peculiar connection we have. So, what made youe this far? Jin-hyuk smiled brightly and grabbed Park Hajins neck. Kuka! Kuak! Tthat is.! You came to attack the ruins? Ye-yes! Such bullshit. Jin-hyuk clenched tightly. Kuak. Lets talk! I cannot breathe! It is going to be brief. Just answer yes or no. Those who killed the sentries and woke up the Guardian. It was you, right? W-what do Clench! Kuaaaak! Park Hajin twisted his body in pain. When the thumb was used to press the middle of the throat, the pain would be excruciating. Right! Youre right! As expected. He was convinced when he saw the wounds on the corpses necks. That kind of wound was something done by an assassin-type yer. Add in the fact that assassination wasnt necessary for the ruins to be cleared narrowed down the suspects further. Park Hajin. Right. It had to be him. Your purpose foring here, at least, must be to kill me. T-that! If he said no in this situation where he could neither advance nor retreat, there was no way he would believe him. If he said yes, then he would be killed. Unable to answer? Jin-hyuks eyes narrowed. At the same time, his magic-imbued finger dug into Park Hajins shoulder. Chak! The terrifying sound of bone being shattered. Kwak! Sto-stop! I will tell you! Stop! Park Hajins body twisted even more violently than before. Wait, just wait I Yes! That is what our guild leader has ordered me to do. I said no, but the bastard had threatened and forced me to do it. If it was the leader of the ck Crow Guild. Is it that guy Shin Gunsu? Hed seen the man on TV. On a program that featured a special on emerging guilds. It was hard to forget the appearance of him hanging out in a high-ss suit and ck sunsses. Right! Shin Gunsu! That bastard did it! Please believe me. fine. I will. Jin-hyuk removed the strength away from his hand. Phew. Park Hajin sighed. Dont be so rxed. I still have no intention of saving you. Puak! A dagger pierced into his skin. Ku ack! Park Hajin looked nkly at his chest. It was exactly where his heart was located. Originally, people trying to take my life dont get to livefortably, but thanks to you, it made things easier, so I was being kind to you here. Thank you. Jin-hyuk spoke coldly and took a ring off Park Hajins finger. [Braham''s Ring. Acquisition Difficult: A Magic Resistance: +10 Movement Speed: +5% Unique Ability Suppression: +20] It was an excessively precious item for a dead man to possess. Jin-hyuk put the ring on his index finger. sh! And mercilessly cut down the other assassins from the ck Crow Guild. Maybe it was because of the effect of [Cold Heart], but there was no mercy in Jin-hyuks movements. Besides, there wasnt anything stupider than showing consideration for people aiming for his own life. In the middle of the bloody scene. Jin-hyuk turned to Elise. Do you think this is enough proof? The vampires were clearly the most reluctant as he struck a deal with Teresa using the hostages they held. One who thought about the future could never do this. He was easing their vignce by using Communion and also managed to move Elises heart. Good. I will say I believe you. Elise stood up. Her long silver hair fell down her shoulders. In what way are you giving us freedom? great. Jin-hyuk calmed his beating heart. Be calm. Do not get excited. Take it easy. The fish had just caught the bait. It needed to be pulled up slowly. I have a 7th-grade item ready for you. We can deceive the ruins barrier if Miss Elise can seal her soul in the item. Seal the soul? This is my first time hearing of it. Right. Because this method only appeared on the 40th floor. To be honest, I was pretty lucky. In the process of learning the information it wasnt easy to figure out the exact amount of magic we would have to supply. Jin-hyuk gathered magic in his fingers. Woong! A blue light shone on his fingertips. His fingers crossed the air as if he was writing letters. One word. [Signacuium] And another [Immortalitas] [Sancturium] He drew a pattern made up of six words. As each word was infused with a different amount of magic, they began to shine blue. Wheik! Strange energy was being exuded. Ho. Elise looked surprised at this. this. Can it be used that way? The blood n members, who were watching the scene, asked aloud. They seemed overwhelmed by a sight they were seeing for the first time. In the meantime, Jin-hyuk held Brahams Ring in the middle of the formation. [The level condition (Level 1) of caster Kang Jin-hyuk'' has been epted.] [7-star ''Soul Transfer'' chant has been activated!] [The order ispleted when the target''s approval is obtained] [You can only take one soul at a time.] [The cooldown is 365 days.] Only one person could leave the ruins. The next person would be able to after a year. Time wasnt a problem for vampires who received the blessing of immortality They will be very reluctant to ept a spell they have only seen for the first time. Elises eyes twitched. But it was for just a short time as a smile formed on her lips. A loophole to the chant. If we break down the form which is the basis of the chant, we can destroy the entire rite. No matter what tricks this man used This means that as long as her men were here with Belus on her side, the human could be killed, and she could break away from the seal. This was like a safety for her. But there was a feeling of confusion too. You cannot just throw away a chance because it sounds absurd. Such a long life spent being locked up made this temptation hard to resist. If not now Perhaps she would never get the chance to escape from here. Her worries didntst long. I get it. I will ept it. Elise nodded her head. And at that moment. [Braham''s Ring absorbs the Soul of Elise.] A dazzling light enveloped Elises body. --- Haa. Jin-hyuk retrieved the ring from the 7-star circle. Ba-dump! His heart was pounding hard it was a sess. It felt like all the hard work he did in the past was being rewarded. If even one of the things he did was incorrect, Elise wouldnt have been able to be sealed into the ring. In fact, it had failed dozens of times in the past. The variable called Terisa made it easy. [Hmm. Not as bad as I thought, I thought it would be stuffy, but it is strangely cozy.] Elises voice could be heard from the ring in his palm. He felt d that she liked the inside. She was reacting as if it was a house she would live in. It was then. Uh A thin groan escaped from Teresa, who was lying on the ground. T-that woman on the floor! Isnt she dead? The n members eyes were wide open in shock. Obviously, they had confirmed that she had stopped breathing. They had even checked for a magic reaction and felt nothing. She was clearly dead. Then why? Ah I forgot. Even if she dies, that friend wille back to life. It was called the Blessing of the Star. If she died, she woulde back to life. Jin-hyuk let out a relieved sigh as he looked at Teresas revived form. Man. For real! Watching it in person reinforced that feeling. Wasnt it like looking at a dead cockroach that started moving again? [You! You deceived me!] Elise shouted. Now that she realized she was deceived, she couldnt help but be angry. On the other hand, Teresa, who came to her senses, mumbled. This this was the n. With the Blessing of Stars, she was able toprehend everything which happened around her. Everything up to the monster being sealed. That was why he had asked her to believe There are many things I want to ask, but now I have to help with this, right? We arent in a situation to talk either. Right. Talking would be forter because this wasnt over yet. [Teresa activated Lv4'' Sign of Cross''] Teresa moved her sword to the left and right. Tak! The rope and blindfolds on the other people were removed. Ugh Huh! Those who had their senses blocked began to gasp as they were released. W-we live! We live! Wow! Cheers erupted from everywhere. They thought they were going to die. But now they were tasting freedom again. You came. Song Cheon-hwa bowed to Teresa. I am d I wasnt toote. Teresa made Song Cheon-hwa get up. How many rescue teams came? There were bound to be around 3 or 4 groups that were deployed from the other guilds to the ruins. That much was needed to save them here. But Excluding me, just one other. The words from Teresas mouth crushed Song Cheon-hwas expectations. --- To act like a demonic human and save himself. Such a stupid human act The blood n members showed their teeth. They had been ordered to eliminate the humans if the man tried any tricks. There was no need to wait any further. Swish! Various blood magics began to fill the surroundings. Drops of blood gathered and formed into a giant wave. The wave increased in height as if it would swallow the ce up. It was a grotesque sight to see. W-we were wrong. We barely lived I I dont want to die! That skill was something they had already witnessed once. The tanks, who had been sturdy as rocks, were crushed into the ground. The damage dealers who were erased. A nightmarish memory for the survivors. The problem was that the same scene was happening again before the mental scars could be healed. Song Cheon-hwa bit his lip. is this it? It was no use even if Teresa was here. There were more than 11 vampires here. The difference in power didnt diminish in the slightest. Right at that moment. [Lv13'' Blood Wave'' is activated!] Kwakwakwang! A wave of blood came rushing in. It couldnt be stopped or avoided. Song Cheon-hwa closed his eyes. Others shook their heads, and some bowed. Waiting for death toe. But ? The impact of the waves couldnt be felt, and there was no pain, which made Song Cheon-hwa open his eyes. In front of them stood a man in a strange mask. Wheik! Arge fire barrier stopped the wave. No, it wasnt just blocking but standing tall. As the heat caused the moisture to evaporate, the drops of blood began to gradually disappear. Who was it? That mask Ive never heard of a ranker using a dagger. It must be someone he was seeing for the first time. But did that make sense? How could a yer who wielded such strong fire magic be unknown? He couldnt believe it. So he had to ask. W-who is that person? At Song Cheon-hwas question, there was a soft smile on Teresas lip. He is someone who has to be trusted. Chapter 30: Corridor Of The Fallens Master (4) Chapter 30: Corridor Of The Fallen''s Master (4) How can a human Belus mumbled in disbelief. Right, he couldnt help but express his disbelief. The attack they had used now didnt spare any magic so that it would be able to take down humans in one blow. But How? How could a human stop it so easily? Jin-hyuk shrugged. The skills and fire we use are at odds with each other. In addition, the level difference has been reversed due to the Rift stat and Adaptive stats. If this kind of situation took ce They would have confidence. The moment Elise is sealed, the chances of you people winning is gone. Certainly, defeating you with magic seems tough. Belus dispersed the magic he had gathered. But as you said wouldnt it mean you cannot handle a melee attack? Suddenly a ck sword appeared in his right hand. It was a rapier used by vampires. Furthermore. [Belus activates Lv9 Dark Furious Energy.] ck energy flowed smoothly into the rapier. It was a type of sword qi. And a pure kind as well. There is nothing better than using this to deal with people who are as irritating as flies. And he wasnt wrong. For those with amazing magic abilities, the moment the fight went to a close distance, the risk increased. Moreover, the odds would be too much if they were to attack simultaneously with all 12 of them. Right That was their n. Under normal situations, it would work, but Who said that Jin-hyuk was strong only at magic? [The unique ability ''Sword Grave'' is activated!] In the quiet silence. The talent of a swordsman who dominated an era entered Jin-hyuks body. It changed. Everything he saw and felt Ba-dump! His heart was beating wildly. He could sense everything, from the most minute movements to the flow of magic. The world seen through his mask looked so different now. Indeed He didnt have the name of the Sword Demon for nothing. Jin-hyuk smiled. what? Belus tilted his head. Just now. He felt something had changed. It was hard to pinpoint, but the atmosphere had changed. Prrr. His hands trembled slightly. No way. Was he afraid? He? Belus gritted his teeth. Dont joke with me. Afraid of a human? It cannot be. It shouldnt be! Above all else, they were the ones who would break the flesh of humans. He wouldnt waste time anymore. Belus grasped his sword. No matter how hard you try, you wont be able to do anything. An intense me-like dark energy burned on his de. It was a sword that was able to cut through anything. We will take him down at once. Sure. No one should miss him. We will have to cut one of his limbs off. The Blood n members took up formation against Jin-hyuk. Front, back, left, and right Not a single ant could escape. However, Jin-hyuk stood still. He didnt even respond. He just nced at the enemies with a grim expression. Sword qi. Is that the one thing you believe in? Dont act out. No matter how much you crawl or fly. You will not get out of here. Well, anything he said might just feel like a bluff. It was a situation where anyone could see who had the advantage and disadvantage. Then. It was time to prove it with their skills and not with words. Jin-hyuk infused magic into his dagger. Right. Kwakwakwang! The light from his dagger was so bright that it made the eyes of anyone who saw it ache. T-this cannot Belus eyes grew wide at the scene in front of him. The energy he felt from that dagger was utterly different from the sword qi, which covered his de. The blue-colored energypletely enveloped the dagger and soared a full meter above its tip. There was no doubt. This. Aura de? Infusing energy into a sword. Shouldnt it be tested out like this? Jin-hyuk extended his dagger. The sharpness to cut everything down. An overwhelming force was directed at the vampires. Tat! It was then that his form vanished. H-he is gone? Where is he? Shit! Do not let him out of your sight and use detection magic! Belus shouted, but it was toote. Kwang! Red blood gushed out from the shoulder of the vampire on the far side. Even for vampires, getting their arms cut off would take time to recover. One for now. Jin-hyuks eyes followed the next target. Starting with the weak towards the strong. No matter how confident he was of victory, one shouldnt be careless. sh! The dagger moved in a circle. Kuak! As the dagger pierced through their thigh, the vampire screamed. And another [Stop it right now!] Elise seemed to be yelling at him, but he couldnt hear it. It was because he had already shoved Brahams Ring into his pocket. Dont move separately. Keep the formation! Do not be fooled by the opponent! Belus yelled out his orders. Kuak! Tch! The vampires all took their positions and filled any gaps created by the wounded. No! Ten rapiers surged forward towards Jin-hyuk. The moment they and the dagger collided, however Kwakwang! The rapiers were smashed into dozens of pieces. Their des shattered, again and again, their swords unable to withstand the force of the attack. It doesnt matter. Even if half is lost, the other half can do the job. Sacrifice was inevitable in any situation. This was what Belus believed in. Woong! Wooong! All of the rapiers were cut down swiftly mid-air. None of them could even chase after Jin-hyuks shadow. 30 seconds.. 1 minute. As time passed, Beluss expression began to turn stiff. Does this mean this man cannot be defeated unless I put my life on the line? In the meantime, the number of vampires on his side was slowly decreasing. He couldnt even begin toprehend what was happening. It was like they were dealing with a ghost. Puak! Another one fell. None of his n members remained standing next to one another. Shit. Now he no longer knew. Belus felt a chilling energy approaching him from behind. And that was it. Thest thing he remembered. The fight was finished. And it was simply a foolish waste of time. No, calling the fight foolish was something only Jin-hyuk alone could say. Those who watched couldnt even lift a finger as the whole thing happened. Miss Teresa Song Cheon-hwa stuttered. What did he just see now? Was this for real? To wipe out an entire n of vampires without having a single person on their side wounded. No other ranker would be able to do this. Gulp! Song Cheon-hwa gulped. That man. Do you know who he is? Teresa didnt answer. Instead, she nced at Jin-hyuk. The mask he was wearing. It meant he didnt want to reveal his identity, right? We met by chance in the middle and moved together. He told me to believe him, and for more details he never told me. I see ah! Song Cheon-hwa reluctantly nodded and sighed. It was because he saw Jin-hyuk was trying to do something while wearing the mask. Wait! Wait a minute! Song Cheon-hwa ran to Jin-hyuk What? Jin-hyuk, who was standing in front of the relic, looked back. T My name is Song Cheon-hwa, the onemanding this raid. I know a little about that. Responsible for the failed raid, you mean. An ipetent bastard who was more dangerous than the enemy. He would have crushed this ipetent bastard into a corner if it were him. With what face could he even talk to Jin-hyuk? forget it. People like this dont even know what wrong theyvemitted. Take the wounded and leave the ruins. I have a lot of stamina, so I just need water and simple nutrition. Jin-hyuk waved his hand as if telling him to not bother. But Song Cheon-hwa wasnt thinking about pushing it. B-before that, I have to tell you something about the relic. No. Was he trying to im the right to the relics? Wah. This guy was more than shameless. As you may be aware, the ownership of all the items obtained in the raid belongs to Balhae Guild Jin-hyuk cuts off his words. I saved your life, and now you want to talk about the relics? Dogs were so annoying. He could even imagine what this bastard wanted to say next. Song Cheon-hwa quickly added. Instead, we will pay another reward. Whether it is money or coins. We will make sure you arent disappointed. Reward That was it. He hadnt thought of it till now, but he couldnt help it now. I dont need that. Just take it. Jin-hyuk took a step back. A-are you really fine with that? Sure. Instead, just dont regret it, whatever the oue is. Jin-hyuk shrugged. Song Cheon-hwa felt ufortable at this, but he didnt think much of it. He had no reason to hold back when the man gave up on rewards. It was a piece of wood lying on a wide rock. The relic was Merlins Staff. It was one of the 7 broken pieces of the relic, but that didnt diminish its value. If you use it as a magic ingredient, its value is limitless. Song Cheon-hwas eyes were stained with greed. If he took this, all the mistakes he had made in the raid could be covered up to some extent. But the moment he grabbed the piece with his hand. The piece felt hot and sent searing pain through his palm. Song Cheon-hwa was surprised and released his hand. However, what surprised him more than the burned skin on his palm. Was the shape of an inverted cross on the palm of his hand. W-what is this? It was A curse. Originally, it was a relic that could be obtained only after destroying Elise. But since this was a situation where Elise hadnt died and was instead sealed, anyone who touched the relic would naturally be cursed. Cu-curse! No! I cannot die right? Me? It isnt life-threatening, but But? Was it called alopecia? All the hair on your body will disappear. Simply put, it meant you had to live hairless like a pig all your life. N-No. Song Cheon-hwa touched his hair with trembling hands. Swish! They were falling out one by one. It seemed like only a few were left. This was why Jin-hyuk said hed regret it. Well, it was useless now. Nono way! Song Cheon-hwa screamed and ran off somewhere. Perhaps he went to look for a mirror but seeing himself now wouldnt be good for his mental health. you are so mean. Teresa smiled. Trying to get your hands on someone elses food is bad. But if this happens, shouldnt Mr. Jin-hyuk also have to give it up? No. Because I know how to touch it without getting cursed. Blessing of the Star If he could use divine power, he could endure the curse. Before answering Miss Teresas question, maybe I ask you one thing? Sure. Do you admit that you lived thanks to me? Teresa looked into Jin-hyuks eyes. If it wasnt for him None of the raid team would have gotten out. Right. Thank you. I lived thanks to you. Teresa nodded her head. [The condition has been met] [You have seeded in copying the unique ability ''Blessing of the Stars''] [The copied skill is saved in ''Memories of the World''] [Blessing of the Stars Acquisition Difficulty: SS Description: You can wield the divine power only the pdins can use, and you will be able to continue a second life unless you are afflicted by instant death. (Cooldown 240 hours)] With this. He had aplished everyst goal he had from the ruins. Chapter 31: How The Veterans Train For The Absolute Chapter 31: How The Veterans Train For The Absolute Jin-hyuk confirmed his newly acquired ability with a satisfied face. Blessing of the Star. Teresas unique ability granted her the protection of the constetion. Finally, he got it in his hands. I gained a lot froming to the ruins. Relics such as the Frozen Tears and Brahams Ring were all useful. But nothingpared to natural powers or Teresas unique ability. To get two abilities of a top ranker He wanted to manage his facial expression, but he couldnt. Like someone who just won the lottery, the corners of his lips were twitching. Phew, calm down. Jin-hyuk took a deep breath. How many unique abilities exist in this world? Besides, Fusion could rece Blessing of the Stars with a superior abilityter. Another sky above the sky. Until he could rise to such a high position that no ranker could even look at him, he couldnt rx for even a moment. First, we must collect the skills that can produce the best synergy. All of the replicas that he needed were already in his head. At that time Mr.Jin-hyuk? Teresa gently tapped his shoulder. Right he was still with her. He had been too engrossed in his own skills that he forgot about her Ah. Sorry, I had to check something, It is fine. Rather, did you think of a good way? There is no good way. I just want to try it with bare hands. Uh? Teresa had a look of shock on her face. No matter how confident he was, cursed relics could not be touched without divine power. And among those who can handle divine power She was the only one. Actually, I am quite a religious person. I even went to Sunday church service all the time, and I never once missed religious activities in the military too. So you can use divine power? Why? Dont you trust me? Of course, I dont! Teresa raised her voice. What did I say when we wereing here? T to trust you unconditionally. She remembered his words. Then, believe in me. Teresa bit her lip as his words continued to echo in her head. She had already regretted not trusting him a moment ago during the small encounter. She didnt want to make the same mistake again. Ha. But This is a different thing. Right. She wasnt wrong. Hmm. Lets do this. Shall we bet on whether or not Ill still be okay after touching it? A bet? Teresa mumbled. It wasnt like she was afraid to lose. However, she had already promised him 10,000 coins and had nothing left to give. I will not make unreasonable demands. If I lose, I will give you the relic. And instead, if Miss Teresa loses, appear as a guest on my showter. That sounds good. You promise? Mr. Jin-hyuk, keep your promise too. Keep his promise If he lost. Woong! At that moment, Jin-hyuks hand began to glow. It was magic that could calm the mind. There was no doubt. This was divine power. Ah Teresa sighed. There was disappointment. Beyond that, there was a sense of despair as if everything she had believed in and protected had copsed. But she understood it, and she could even ept it at this point. This was just natural now. Guest, please. Jin-hyuk lightly tapped her on the shoulder. This secured support for him when he needed it. [Merlin''s Staff Fragment {Material} Acquisition Difficulty: AAA Attack power: ? Durability: 5/5 Description: A fragment of the staff used by the British Archmage Merlin. Because it is under a curse, only those who can use divine power can touch it.] An AAA-grade material could only be obtained from abyrinth or a ruin. Just selling it on the coin exchange would probably yield a fantastic profit. Even if he used a magic tool, it would be worthwhile There was no other way to use this. Those who dont know anything will use it for mundane things like that. Fools who couldnt use even 1/100th of the relics actual value. Well, thanks to those people, the veterans could shine more. Think about it. If everyone in the world had a vision and quick judgment What good, then, would information hoarding do? In a way, one should be thankful for idiots rather than insulting them. By the way, luck followed me in too many ways in this raid. Had it not been for Teresa, he would have needed to acquire the Oath of Apostle Peter and the staff fragment in a much more troublesome way. Aside from that, he would have needed toe up with a much more detailed story to deceive Elise. Her presence made things easier. Jin-hyuk picked up the piece. It was now time to leave the ruins. This is a special news feature, so make sure to grab it. Whether it is a day, a month, or a year, wait like a stone! Yah! yah! You bastard. Permission has been granted from above to shut it! Reporters from broadcasting stations, officials from the guilds, and porters alongside the miners. There were literally hundreds of people waiting for the arrival of a particr person. Soon, the raid on the ruins will beplete. Those were the words of a man who had said it while holding an old sword. All of this uproar was caused by that man. Chief. What the man said is true, right? Jong Jae-hyun from the Awakened Association asked his chief, Kim Taechun, who was next to him smoking a cigarette. Well. It is too absurd to believe. Damn, if I had heard it myself, I would have asked a few questions, but the fact was that the people who were sent to question the man got scared and walked away. The raid that went in didnt even have the proper equipment to go all the way. No, even if they had the necessary power, it would have taken 3 weeks for them toplete it. How could they finish it in such a short amount of time? If it was that simple, the ruins wouldnt be such an infamous ce. But, they still couldnt pass on this news. If the people came from the ruins, it would mean that they had defeated the guardian within it. It was an unbelievable achievement and situation. It hurts. Chief Kim scratched his head and, at that moment Woong! A bright light began to shine from the entrance of the ruins. At the same time, a golden status window appeared in front of everyone. [The ruins, the ''Corridor of the Fallen,'' have been conquered.] [An outstanding achievement will be inducted into the Hall of Fame for one day tomorrow.] C-chief! It was true? Chief Kim looked towards the entrance. There were people with injuries exiting one after another. The Balhae Guild was in the lead, followed by the Zion Guild. Chak! Their cameras were working here. They areing! Ohhh! People raised their voices to capture the image of these heroes. Congrattions on conquering the ruins on the first floor! Can we ask how you seeded in attacking it in such a short time? Tell us who yed the MVP role in this raid! Reporters held out their mics. In order to win the interview, you must find the captain who leads the raid. At that time, Y-You are Mr. Song Cheon-hwa? One of the men asked a bald man. At first nce, he looked like him, and upon closer inspection, he was even more sure. This man was Song Cheon-hwa, the captain of the raid. But Song Cheom-hwa didnt respond to the question. He just continued to move onward. His face had an expression as if he had lost his soul. The reporters who saw this uttered softly. Oh my. Not just his hair, but even the eyebrows andshes are gone! Wha what happened inside? The relic? He looks so miserable. It seems like he had a second awakening by giving up his hair, great for the Balhae Guild but terrible for him. Although he had lost something precious, he hadpleted the task that he was assigned, and it would be an excellent business for the guild. This made sense for those who didnt know the reality of what had happened. Eventually, Teresa intervened with the reporters. It wasnt Song Cheon-hwa who conquered the ruins. Well then, was it Miss Teresa? Did the Zion Guild do it? Their eyes focused on her. The surroundings went silent, so much so that only gulping sounds could be heard. No. She shook her head before pointing to a person with a mask on his face. The sessful conquest of the ruins was done by this person alone. We we were just spectators watching it happen. The emergence of a super newbie. The topic caused the whole nation and the Tower of Trialsmunity to heat up. [The yer with the mask. Who is he?] [Conquered the ruins alone?! Absurd!] [World ss guilds. A decision has been made to dispatch an investigation team on the first flight tomorrow morning.] [In 3 hours, the performance will be revealed at the Hall of Fame.] It grabbed everyones attention. The issue was especially important for the government and media as they used it to divert attention from theck of progress on the raid against the 3rd-floor boss monster. This new topic was used to give the citizens hope. A new hero who was recognized by the top ranker Teresa. The yer who reached the end of the ruins that no one else could even see. Ugh, there are all kinds of modifiers attached to it. Jin-hyuk scratched his head. He expected the reaction to be hot, but this was more than he expected. At least he had a mask on, so he bought a few days of reprieve. I will get the S ss soon. That way, things will work out. 100 yers. The 1st and 2nd ce rankings had been decided by now. All that was left now was to design a way to make everything look favorable to him. He needed to bnce the different perceptions. Since Teresa had promised to be silent, he didnt think he had much to worry about. For now, this was good. And next. I will have to talk to Elise, who is inside. It would be difficult to continue to act as if he couldnt hear her. Even if it is difficult to handle, I will have to handle this eventually. A difficult journey to the 50th floor. The decision he would have to make to decide if it would be an easy or tough journey. Jin-hyuk took the ring. And then a sharp voice became audible. [How dare you lock me in the dark! You stinky bag! Human! Do you know who I am!] Look here, Miss First Ancestor, no, grandmother of Great Britain. She didnt seem to understand the situation yet. Did she think that she was the all-powerful vampire? Jin-hyuk grabbed the ring and rotated it. Wong! Wong! He swung it round and round in a clockwise direction [Kyaaak! Stop, I am feeling dizzy! Stop it, please!] Elise screamed, and he stopped. How is it? [Thinking I am crazy like you? Know this! The vampires never forget their grudges!] She still didnt understand. Fine. Still, she was a strong monster. She wouldnt just give in that easily. Usually, he would y it hard as well But now hes changed his mind. He will train her thoroughly with a whip. From one station to another. There will be a lot of dizziness, so be careful, please. Jin-hyuk gave a voluntary announcement. [That stop. Seriously don''t do it. I might just puke now!] There is no door to get off. And again, he started the hellish train. Chapter 32: The Black Crow Guild (1) Chapter 32: The ck Crow Guild (1) The prolonged torture session thatsted for 3 hours was finally finished. Finally [ Hic. Hic. I might die from that.] Elise sobbed softly. Her nose felt like it was broken. He had rotated her 720 degrees at all sides. Inside the right, it felt like she was trapped inside a hell-like gravity training for astronauts. Hm. Did I do it too much? This woman, who was supposed to have the authority of a n leader, seemed like she had lost her soul. However, hispassion didntst long. Because now this vampire was trapped inside a ring. Stop crying ande out. Jin-hyuk infused magic into Brahams Ring. And Woong! Elise, who had been trapped inside, was released. Ugh? She seemed surprised at this. She was bound to be surprised at this sudden gift of freedom. Finally it is time to take revenge! It was time to repay the humiliation. She was thinking of paying back the suffering a thousandfold, but Uh? but what was this? No, didnt her field of vision feel too low? Only when she raised her head up could she see the other person. Why is it like this? Elise tilted her head and scanned her body. Only then did she realize why her point of view had changed. Her slender height had shrunk all the way to only 30 cm. Even the potent magic she possessed had disappeared. Her red eyes shook violently. W-what is this? This. Only part of the body materializes when the seal is in ce. Only part? Right. Only part of the body. To be precise, should he call this the mini version of Elise? The power she could exert now was less than 1% of her true powers. Of course, even with those restrictions, she was still stronger than ordinary vampires. It wasnt enough to just defeat the opponents. She could smash them. No Elise slumped down. She looked like she was about to cry. Considering that this was her first solemn time, it must be a shock to her. Jin-hyuk then smiled. It is slowly time to feed her. Since hes used the whip on her a lot, even a dried carrot now would taste sweeter than anything else. Jin-hyuk sat next to her. Dont cry and listen. And he began to speak. ? What I said in the ruins, they werent baseless words. The promise he made in the ruins. To give freedom to her and her subordinates. I wanted freedom, but not this kind! I know. Who said this is being given to you? Jin-hyuk waved his hand. Not just physical freedom. But the true freedom you desire will be given. This what do you mean? Elises voice trembled. She had probably guessed what he meant, but she needed confirmation, so Jin-hyuk told her. Elise von Ataraxia. If you can help me I will eliminate those who betrayed you and restore you to the head of the Ataraxia family.. [New video has been updated in the Hall of Fame.] A 10-minute video and a message were uploaded to the [Tower of Trials]munity. Considering the difficulty of the ruins, the video was too short. Well, it was only aption of highlights made by weaving together the separate battle scenes. However, the viewers who saw this video had no choice but to admit the videos duration was right. The raid was thought to have failed. However, the situation changed entirely as a masked yer appeared and defied all the expectations. MochiMochi: it is my first time swearing into my hands after seeing this end-of-life video. Brightter: I agree. If I stood in front of a vampire, I would be scared. The nobles of the night, who were able to use both magical and physical attacks, were trampled down like worms. Scenes that felt detached from reality unfolded one after another. Cidersucks: It is insane. I thought I was watching John Wick, whose dog just died, and their car was stolen. RabbitPrincess: That was a death sentence. Ivacson: This is insane. KoreanJocker: But it isn''t like the natural movement of the linkage. BBQedVampier''sTaste: Hehe. I am trying to figure the other side out. Magic with magic and sword with sword. There were numerous praises for the masked man. Nothing else but admiration could be expressed for him. Because the vampires were pressured and overwhelmed. It was then. IdCentre: As expected, I thought it had to be him. This is the man in the Hall of Fame with the video for the Mangrove Tree and the +10 weapon strengthening. Digression: Inside scoop, people are saying that he is the one who made Song Cheon-hwa''s hair fall out. BrightLatte: Hahaha! Lol! Was the baldness caused by the strongest? Digression: In this world, one cannot trust the strong. Hehehe BBQedVampire''sTaste: If the Saintess of Amsterdam admits it, everyone else should put their head down and admit it. Cidersucks: Give me a bowl of soul! While the eyes of the world were on the video. Jin-hyuk arrived in front of a high-rise building. The base of the ck Crow Guild. I heard that the guilds are sitting on money trees must be true. Since it was a 35-story building with a view of the Han River, what was the price they paid for it? No matter how small, the price had to be around 10 billion for a unit, right? The forest of buildings he saw through the mask was a different world from the single room that Jin-hyuk lived in. But why? He didnt feel any envy for the power hecked when it came to money. The owner of this building will be facing the worst moment of his life now. Shin Gunsu! He ordered it! He recalled what Park Hajin had said at the ruins. Seeing as the man had confessed, there was no need for evidence. You were trying to kill me, right? Everything else could be tolerated. Therge guilds were free to monopolize andmit corruption with each other. Just one thing was an exception. Touching was the exception. [Your humanity has withered due to Cold Heart.] Perhaps all of these things were the reason why his personality had be this cold. Jin-hyuk fused magic into his legs. And then kicked the ss door open. Kwakwang! With a roar, the 5 cm thick tempered ss shattered. What? The ss? Did a dump truck drive through? Everything inside became noisy as Jin-hyuk pulled out his dagger. I will say it only once. Bring me Shin Gunsu right now and get him on his knees. Or I will be hanging out here today. This threat made it natural for the ones inside to swear at him. What nonsense is he saying now? This jerk! Do you know which guild this ce belongs to and dared toe here? Of course, he knew. Isnt this a ce that sells charcoal grilled crow meat? They had tried to stab someone in the back. Thispany didnt care if a third party died to fulfill its purpose. Thanks to this, an angry customer came from far away to meet with thepanys representative. I guess you have gone all crazy. Uh. Call for the guards. They have work to do now. Men in ck suits began toe near him, and Jin-hyuk made the first move. Even breaking limbs was fine in self-defense. Kang! Kang! The men wearing ck suits surrounded Jin-hyuk while holding iron pipes. Most of them were ordinary people, but there were a few who could use magic. Ha! Look at this jerk! Did you follow the concept of that veteran from the video? A man with split-parted hair asked while pointing at Jin-hyuk. For real, Marvel and those kinds of things ruined the people. How many of you headed to the emergency room after acting like Spider-man? Forget it. Lets just get him. He might not even have money to pay for the ss, right? It is he expensive so lets count it as 10,000 for a hit. That kind of conversation was needed there. An iron pipe then hit Jin-hyuk on the side. Kakang! On target. However, the sound that filled the air wasnt the dull sound of metal hitting bone. A popping sound that grated the ears came out instead. The iron pipe had gotten cut and fell to the floor in two halves. They had obviously said 10,000 for a hit, right? This dagger, money cannot buy it. Use it with special care. 100,000 won for one hit. Jin-hyuk smiled and waved his fist. Kuak! As his fist made contact with a face, the nose bridge copsed, and blood spurted out. Puak! The mans body in a ck suit jumped up like a live fish jumping out of water. 300,000 won. 400,000 won. This must hurt, so I will give around 1 million. The mans body copsed after four hits. It was a merciless beating How many punches did he take? He isnt the kind who gets pushed around since he is strong At that moment, the ease disappeared from the faces of the rest of the men wearing ck suits. They all realized that this situation was serious. So I said. If you dont want to be messed with, bring me Shin Gunsu. That is difficult. The guild leader isnt so free toe and deal with idiots like you by himself. This time, a man who seemed to be in his 30s stepped up. And it was natural that this guy could use magic. Was this guy the team leader? Hmm one or five of six, you shouldst. What? You seem stronger than the others, so I dont think you will pass out after just one or two hits. He had made a judgment after evaluating the mans muscles and magic. What a fucking bastard The mans face contorted in an ugly expression. As the head of security lead of a mid-level guild, he was someone who couldnt be simply disregarded. He had never been disrespected like this. He would be given a position anywhere he wanted. This kind of humiliation was a first for him. Ill kill you! Srng! A Japanese sword was hanging around the mans waist. The sword was well over 1.7 meters in length. Hoo. Again, this was surprising. Was he the one who was dispatched from Samurai? Jin-hyuk groaned. The 7thrgest guild in the world. One of them was the Samurai Guild of Japan. This sword was a weapon that those from that guild used. You know of it? I heard about it. Then, you can understand how stupid your provocations were. Well should I be wary of a nerd dispatched to another country and not even from the raid team? Arent they being sold out to other nations because theycked skills? If he was upset by being ced in a ce like this, he should do something about his skills. Wahhhh! The man eventually became enraged. He narrowed the distance between them quickly and thrust his de towards Jin-hyuk. Kaaak! However, he couldnt manage to even cut the flesh. The de stood still around 1 cm from Jin-hyuks forehead. He kept pushing, but the de wouldnt budge. All because of the dagger in Jin-hyuks hand. No, even before that, his de was blocked using one hand? What nonsense is this? Contrary to his looks, was this young man a tank type? Or maybe The man in the suit wasing up with too many assumptions. And at that moment. Grit your teeth, or youll bite your tongue. Jin-hyuk told him in a low voice. Chapter 33: The Black Crow Guild (2) Chapter 33: The ck Crow Guild (2) At the penthouse on the top floor of the building. Shin Gunsu, sitting in his private office, pursed his lips at the news that kept arriving. H-Hyung! The raid team was taken down! Themunication with the outside no, I thought he was messing around. All the elevators are down. He ising up. And fast. Hes already reached the 20th floor! None of the newsing to him was good news. All of them were just words that heralded theing doom. Kwang! Shin Gunsu hit his desk. Damn it! What kind of trouble is this! An intruder out of nowhere? Due to the nature of their guild, they had already made too many enemies, but this was the first time someone was attacking them like this. And all alone too Never, I am not going to falter. At first, he thought the guy was just a psychopath who hade here wanting to die. But after seeing his security team dismantled so easily, Shin Gunsu had to admit it. This was an enemy that was more terrifying than a hundred men. It was then. Kuak! Ack! The screams could be heard right outside the door. Kang! Kang! The screams were followed by the sounds of swords shing, but it was just for a second. There was no presence of energy left outside anymore. Ba-dump! Shin Gunsu could feel his heart beating quickly. In the midst of his own fear and morbid curiosity. . Kik The door opened Are you the guild master? The intruder appeared in front of him with a bizarre appearance. [Barrier Duration: 0h:15m:33s] Only about 15 minutes left beforemunication with the outside could go through again, but this was good enough. There is no need to worry about dealing with a single scared crow. Jin-hyuk took a step forward. Stop. I will cut you down if you dont stop! Srrng. Shin Gunsu pulled out his sword. Perhaps it was a weapon imbued with magic. It had colorful sparks flying around it. At first nce, it looked like an expensive sword. After all, this was to be expected from a Guild Master. But why? Despite the harsh warning, Jin-hyuk couldnt hide his smile. Such a clumsy move Perhaps because he had a bout with Chun Yuseong not too long ago. His body had felt what it was like to be fully involved in a sh of swords. Shin Gunsus movement felt uncoordinated and hesitant. How would he attack? His aim. All of it. As Jin-hyuk continued his steps forward, Shin Gunsu, unable to hold back his anxiousness, shouted out. Didnt you hear me telling you to stop? [Shin Gunsu activates Lv3'' Quick Sword''!] Shin Gunsus sword vanished from sight. Woong! The tip of his sword moved towards Jin-hyuk, leaving behind afterimages in its path. No does he actually think this will work? Jin-hyuk felt bad for the man. His hand moved in line with the sword. At this speed, there was no need to avoid it. Snap. The moving sword stopped. Huh!? The sound of shock escaped from Shin Gunsus mouth. His de had been caught despite its fast movement. His being shocked at this was natural. Shin Gunsu felt goosebumps rise from all over his body. From his past as a gangster until now. He had been through countless experiences. even if he died and woke up again tomorrow, he could not win. It didnt take long for him to realize there was no hope. You who are you? Who ordered you? Shin Gunsu hesitated and took a step back. He couldnt run away in a small room. Tuk! His back hits the ss of his windows, causing his body to tremble. This was terrifying. Even the subordinates that he had trusted were no longer here. Try guessing. What? Guess who I am and for what purpose I came here. Who knows? Maybe the correct answer woulde? Puak! Jin-hyuk stabbed his dagger through the middle of the desk. He then takes a seat in a soft chair near the table. Dangun did they send you from Balhae? To keep us from growing? Wrong. Wrong answer. Usually, he wouldugh and tell them to try again. But this Golden Bell (a quiz show in Korea) by Jin-hyuk had slightly different rules. If someone got the question wrong, there would be a penalty. And there was something good about this. Jin-hyuk picked up a ball from the side of the desk. The go pieces are thick. As expected from a rich guy, they always got the best ones. W-why are you Shin Gunsu mumbled anxiously. Why? Snap! Ahhh! My. Forehead! My forehead! It was because of that. Shin Gunsu rolled to the ground while covering his face with both hands. A lump was already forming on his forehead. It should be painful since Jin-hyuk had hit him with something infused with magic. Again, guess. And think before you answer this time. Jin-hyuk fiddled with another go piece this time. Uhh. ck market! Right, them! Werent youmissioned to attack us for a huge pay? Wrong! Wrong this time too. Wait, wait! Whoever sent you, I will pay you twice the number they offered. Okay? What do you need? Just say it. Because we can get everything! At the thought of getting hit again, Shin Gunsu had gone pale and tried to strike a new deal. Yah. ? I told you to guess who it was. Did I ask you for money? Did he learn Korean as a secondnguage? Why couldnt he understand when being told clearly? He wasnt sure what level of Korean this guy knew, but he was sure that King Sejong would rise from his grave to curse the man. Tak! And another go piece hits him again. There was more magic behind it this time. Shin Gunsu was twisting his body from the pain. Wah! My forehead. Shit! This is yourst chance. Make one more mistake, and I will hit you with everything this time. Huh. Huh. Shin Gunsu took a deep breath. He then looked at the mask on Jin-hyuks face and made a face as if he had recalled something. Kang Jin-hyuk. Three words. Now you have the correct answer. Right. The one for whom you sent Park Hajin after with the order to kill. Jin-hyuk took off his mask and exposed his face. Damn it! So you came here to get your revenge? Just because of that, you shook down the whole building? Just? Just? Jin-hyuk frowned. Right. You must have killed Park Hajin and the others too, so it is the end of the story. No need to do this. Ah. So. That should end things? Dont think too stiffly and look at the situation calmly. They arent here right now as they are attacking the tower, but the rankers in this guild are over level 50. So? If you kill me, all of them wille after you. The chain of revenge will never be broken. Blood brings blood, and revenge brings revenge. Unless one side stopped, the ughter would continue. Hmm That was true. Blood and revenge were keywords that interfered with peaceful sleep. And Jin-hyuk smiled Right, lets just kill you and end it cleanly here. What? I will take myst revenge here, so make sure your side forgives me. What nonsense is that. uh! Jin-hyuk took a handful of go pieces and shoved them into Shin Gunsus mouth. Kuak! Kuak! Shin Gunsu began to cough in desperation as these strange objects invaded his mouth. Even blood was starting to leak out, but Jin-hyuk forced his mouth closed to not let a single piece out. You stop it. The ring of revenge and shit you spoke of. There is now that says that I am the one who has to end it, right? What? Revenge brings revenge? Why did you send assassins for him if you were worried about that? Thats the end of listening to this shit. If the ck Crow Guilds men came to attack him, then he would just deal with them. Its not like he was afraid of them. Stop it now. Jin-hyuk said for thest time and swung the fist with all his might. Kwang! Kuak! His fist punched deeply into Shin Gunsus face. As it made contact, the sound of teeth shing with go pieces echoed from within his mouth. Instant death. Jin-hyuk looked down at Shin Gunsu, who was on the ground. The face waspletely smashed, so there was no need to check Now then Yah, the guy, pretending to be dead. Wake up. I will count to three. One. Yes! I am all awake! Among the ck suits in the hallway, a man answered. He was a man in his mid-20s. Judging from hisck of magic, he seemed to be a non-yer. Was he Shin Gunsus secretary then? Introduce yourself. You will be spared if you show me that you are useful. My name is Kim Hwe-wong, and Im 26 years old. I am in charge of overseeing all the work of the ck Crow Guild. I can speak fivenguages and studiedputer science and ounting at Stanford! Anything can be left in my care! Oh, oh, nice. Quite straightforward. Jin-hyuk nodded, looking satisfied. Age, experience, and specs. He thought this was enough As you can see, things arent going well here. The guild leader is dead, and the wounded are everywhere. Yes yes. So I am going to entrust this guild to you. Uh yes yes? Kim Hee-wongs eyes widened as if they would explode. There is nothing to think about. Honestly, it would be a waste to destroy such a middle-ss guild. Just handle it in moderation. It was a n that he had thought up on the way here. Just barge into the boss office and then take control of the guild from behind the scenes. This guy would serve the perfect role in that arrangement. As a secretary, he should know everything happening in the guild. B-But if I were to be the Guild Master, no one would follow me. Right. A non-yer and former secretary, suddenly in the top seat, who would follow? You dont have to worry about those who oppose you. Ah! Will you take care of it yourself? Kee Hee-wongs face brightened. Considering the power that Jin-hyuk had shown, it would be simple. If Shin Gunsu was taken down so easily, then everyone else in the guild would be easy as well. But Jin-hyuk shook his head. No. Why would he take up such a messed-up job? Wasnt there a reliable helper next to him that could take care of this? Did you hear everything? Jin-hyuk nced at the ring on his hand. Right. [N-No! To me?] Elise, who was silent, became shocked. Is there anyone else? [I am the head of the Ataraxia family with the noblest of blood flowing in my body. You want me to y the role of a nanny to care for such insignificant humans?] Ha This again. Still in that mindset? Would you like to hop onto the windmill one more time? Huh? Why hold onto that crutch? It wont work. [Don''t do it! Stop! I''m dizzy! You bastard!] Surprisingly she was scared of the windmill. She even swore. Did you just curse me? [What? Tha that wasn''t even an actual insult.] It sure sounded like one. At least Fucking xxxx human. If you dare imprison this noble body in a ring and treat me like a squirrel in a cage, I will xxx you and then xxxx you with xxxx. And hang xxxxxx onto you for xxxxx 30,000 years! At this level, you could say that shes had most of the profanity sealed inside her. [H-How can you say such harsh words] Elise stuttered. It must have been too much of a shock for a noble person. Actually, she probably would have heard this asionally from around her, but listening to it in pure Korean without a filter must be a first for her. Anyway, she was a bit more docile now. With this man, deal with those who do not listen. [Fine. But what are you going to do?] I have work to do. Since he was done clearing the ruins, he no longer needed to be stuck on level 1. Jin-hyuk smiled. Now was the time to really grow. Chapter 34: How A Veteran Grows (1) Chapter 34: How A Veteran Grows (1) [yers Rank A and above, please quit your current tasks and gather immediately at the top floor penthouse.] Woong! The cell phones vibrated. It was a short order that told them to convene for some reason. Damn it, I am so busy. What is this? Dont even bother asking. I was in the middle of a raid. Kuak! No matter how hard it is to ignore, isnt this getting worse and worse each day? yers belonging to the ck Crow Guild gathered around the building and grunted. It was quiet inside. There was shattered ss on the floor. The sight was different from normal, which made everyone confused. What is this? This is our building, right? A deep sense of difort rose in the yers. They knew that something had clearly gone wrong. ck! The moment they opened the door to the penthouse and stepped in, the ominous feeling became certain. H-How did this happen? Gunsu-hyung! Healer call for a healer right now! The person lying on the floor covered in blood was none other than their Guild Master, Shin Gunsu. We arete. Hes stopped breathing for a few hours already. That was what the healer who examined his conditions said. Wounds could be healed, but reviving the dead wasnt something a healer could do. The guild master was dead. Then Who gave them the emergency call? Everyones eyes turned to the other person in the room. It was the secretary, Kim Hee-wong. The anger from the yers soared as the man stood around with an anxious look. One yer even pulled out a weapon. Woong! A spear over 2 meters in length was immediately pulled out from the subspace inventory. The sharp weapon was extended towards Kim Hee-wongs neck. Do not miss a fucking thing and tell me what happened! Right now! Haa w-what happened was. Kim Hee-wong nced to the side with a troubled look. His gaze was clearly aimed under the table. Who else was here? Just as everyone thought about that question. Step. A white-haired girl who looked too young to be here appeared from under the tale. She had long white hair, red eyes, and a strange atmosphere around her. Sigh. The girl scratched her head in annoyance. She didnt even care about the weapons that had been pulled out. How could she look this carefree? This is absurd. Do you want me to think that a kid could have done this? The man with the spear clicked his tongue, and at that moment Elise felt angry Kid kid? Kuku! It was then that a red-colored magic began to overflow into the room. [Lv?? ''Blood Realm'' is activated] The killing intent that had been heating up the room disappeared immediately and was reced by a cold sensation that made their bodies feel like they would freeze. Among them, some yers had participated in the first-floor boss raid, but this couldnt bepared. This was a totally different feeling. Oh my. W-what magic! S-she is a monster. Tremble! The yers had all gone stiff-faced, and no one even thought of running. Woah, c-calm down. D didnt the president tell us to not kill if possible? Kim Hee-wong said in a panic. One still needed core resources to operate a guild. Jin-hyuk urged them to preserve the rankers as much as possible, but What? Didnt you hear what they said to me? Elise had lost her reasoning. It was as if the umted stress had burst out alongside arge amount of magic. Kwaang! All of the windows in the building were smashed. Awakened Association in Seocho-dong. Jin-hyuk went there to prove that he had passed the second test. 1:00pm. The exact time promised. Jin-hyuk looked around after checking his phone. Now it is almost time And just as he thought that Hyung! Oppa! Here, over here! Two people were waving their hands as they approached him at the entrance. It was Lee Taemin and Yoo Yeon-hwa. Considering the time, it hadnt been too long. But why? Jin-hyuk felt happy seeing the two of them. We came right on time. Have you been well all this while? We did! We even sessfully captured one of the B-rankbyrinths on the second floor! Taemin shrugged his shoulders. The level has risen quite a bit, and we didnt even sleep as we continued to hunt. Yoo Yeon-hwa was making an expression as if she was asking to be praised. Well, he could feel that the magicing from the two of them was different. Not only did the overall amount, but the concentration of magic also increased. You look spectacr. Eh. Not as much as oppa. Uh? Dont pretend like you dont know. The video uploaded to the Hall of Fame yesterday was you, right? Yoo Yeon-hwa poked him in the side, and Lee Taemin added. Hyung, but why wear a mask? Hopefully, you arent doing it like you did in the past like a chuunibyou right? It was because of a few circumstances. Rather you knew? Even with the mask on? No, instead, calling him a chuunibyou is a bit too much. There was no denying that he did act like that in the past. But he felt upset at the memory. Because there is only oppa who would attack the ruins. And I noticed that it was you right away. Actually, the moment I saw the news, I knew it was hyung. Ah! Was that so? Jin-hyuk, who had a gloomy expression, felt d. In many ways But, hyung, did you really finish ying [Tower of Trials] around the same time as us? When we saw the video, it wasnt a level of memorizing patterns but at the level of hitting back at the makers of the tower They both looked at Jin-hyuk with awe and doubt. It was an annoying look. But, there was only one thing that needed to be done. Currently, the [Tower of Trials]munity forum was on the verge of exploding after yesterdays video. The attack on the 3rd-floor boss had failed, and the ruins were considered imprable. Thebination of those factors made the people focus on the mask-wearing man. On his true identity. In the past, how many floors did this man clear? And which guild did he belong to? His hobbies, favorite food, and even the color of his underwear became a subject of interest. The reaction is a bit intense. Jin-hyuk smiled. It was roughly what he expected but still a bit excessive. Fine. If these conditions were met, it would be easier to act in the future. With the mask or without, living both ways too. Will be top-notch. The 1st and 2nd ranked yer in the world. At first nce, they may be different people, but in reality, they would be the same. I will take advantage of those two conditions and take advantage of this for my benefit! Ba-dump! Ba-dump! As he thought about the countless ns in his mind, Jin-hyuk felt his heart beat a little faster. At that time. Hyung? Answer us. Seriously, how many floors did you reach? Ah. You shouldnt be asking like that. Be honest, oppa. You are one of the game executives, right? Nuna, that is a bit too much. No, otherwise, how would you exin how he moves like that at such a level? now it makes sense to me too. He couldnt understand how their misunderstanding spread all the way there. While it was nice to see them apply their imagination Sorry. Jin-hyuk smiled brightly At the same time, he showed his phone to the two. [Pleasee to report the second test''s results by 1:15pm.] Perhaps because there werent any tests today, the inside of the center was quiet. Jin-hyuk arrived at the information desk and presented his ID. I came to receive the confirmation of passing the second test. Yes, wait a minute. A female employee took the ID. But Uh? Kang Jin-hyuk? She had a surprised expression. She looked at the card and then at his face as she jumped up from her seat. Would you please wait a minute? Uh? Wait. I have something to report. Please wait here. The female employee who was not willing to say anything ran off somewhere. It happened so quickly that he couldnt even respond. And after a while A middle-aged man with a sharp face came with the employee. This is surprising. Jin-hyuk narrowed his eyes. How could he not know this man? The president of the Awakened Association, Han Sang-jin. [Lv2: Eye of Truth activated.] The Eye of Truth showed him the status window. Tring! Name: Han Sang-jin Gender: Male Age: 45 Strength 19 Agility 17 Stamina 15 Magic 15 Stat Points: 0 Coins: 0 upation: Administrator Unique Ability: Collective Command Skills: Lv4 Bureaucracy. Lv4 Solid Unity, Lv3 Arbitration, Lv3 Ideology Verification [Copy Conditions: The copy conditions aren''t appearing due to an error.] As Jin-hyuk finished reading the status window and copying conditions that had appeared. I was waiting for you toe, yer Kang Jin-hyuk. Han Sang-jin walked right in front of him and reached out his hand for a handshake. Shit. Somehow, he had the foreboding that this would take a long time No doubt. Han Sang-jins eyes were like a beast looking at its prey. But if I stand still, I will be a fool who doesnt understandmon courtesy. Phew. Nothing else could be done. But Jin-hyuk, who was about to reach out his own hand, stopped and thought about what Han Sang-jin had said to him. Something felt strange. In those words he felt a sense of disparity. Wait. Wait! Waiting for me toe? Only one examiner knew the actual result of the test. To the rest, he was just a regr F rank. The lowest of the lowest in rank did it make sense for the president toe here directly? Did it make sense? This didnt mean that the examiner had bbed either. With the Stigma of the Soul engraved on him, he would have died if he had told someone the truth. this was interesting. Did this mean that his man had prepared something which deceived the Eye of Truth? Jin-hyuk smiled. Yah. Uh? Why are you suddenly talking like that? Han Sang-jins face became flustered. Well, someone was speaking rudely to him all of a sudden, so this reaction was expected. But Jin-hyuks expression was cold. Stop acting clumsily and release the barrier right now. What barrier yer Kang Jin-hyuk. What do you think you are doing to the president? If I say it, will you stop pretending? Jin-hyuk smiled. He was used to walking down the dirty road and pulling someone down with him. Jin-hyuk instantly pulled out his dagger and threw it at the ceiling. Swish! The dagger which flew through the air became lodged in the ceiling. To be precise, it was embedded in the visible ceiling. At that moment. Psss! The space distorted, and a gentle wave appeared on a transparent membrane surface. Chapter 35: How A Veteran Grows (2) Chapter 35: How A Veteran Grows (2) Twitch. Two people took a few steps back as if something was aiming at their lives. This is it was a stage we put a lot of effort into, but it gotpletely shattered. The man had a bitter smile and disappointment in his voice. Right. When could he have noticed? It was the same with the woman who was looking annoyed. A dimensions distortion barrier had been spread throughout the building. Even their appearances had been reproduced using the human duplication magic. Additionally, they had even managed to grasp both their individual stats and unique abilities to create a reconstruction of the entire system. There would have been no issue even if the person had eyes that could perceive truth, perspective, or even mind reading. But somehow, the n they thought was perfect hade crashing down. Perhaps it was because they didnt know that Jin-hyuk had used Stigma of the Soul. Even if they had hidden their identity, they must have decided that signing a secret contract with the associations president would have had some benefit. There should have been no reason for him to deliberately give up an advantageous position to insist on a low rank. In addition, Jin-hyuks Eye of Truth was supposed to be something that was outside of the standard workings of the system. The barrier they had made failed to reproduce the systems configuration of the copy condition, which gave Jin-hyuk a weird sensation from the start. [3 stars ''Dimensional Distortion'' is weakened.] [Remaining Time: 0h:2m:59s] The barrier that had been damaged by the dagger had begun to shake. This was due to the damage dealt to its central parts. 3-star dimensional distortion To make something that even boss monsters in the lower floor dungeons could not use. It was definitely odd. The coins and magic spent to make a barrier of this level would have exceeded the monthly budget of a medium-sized guild. Jin-hyuk tilted his head towards the two people in front of him. It seems like the expensive prank you were ying is over, so tell me. Why did you approach me? Hmm. Wouldnt the proper order be to ask for our identities before our purpose? Why ask that? Dont we already know each other? Jin-hyuk nodded as the two people in front of him narrowed their eyes. Oh. You know who we are? Go ahead then. Well. It wasnt difficult to predict these peoples identities with the information already provided. They were wealthy, highly informed, and would do anything to get what they wanted. And there was only one organization that was that eager to recruit talent. Demonic beings. Judging from the mana level, you just finished the job quest. ! ! Both of them looked shocked. The man and woman failed to control their expressions. Ha you arent normal. Isnt this a big shock? I can understand why they paid so much attention to you. When I asked why they were using so much of the societys resources to recruit one person, they didnt answer. Now I see why. So far, various things could be connected. In the past, there were also rankers who made names for themselves in [Tower of Trials]. There were also some fresh rookies that only stood out when it became a reality. However, none of them knew the identity of the person standing there. I do not have time to admire or listen to you people, so get to the point. There was only one reason for staying here, despite the meaningless conversation. He was curious as to what kind of interesting proposal they would make. Jin-hyuk nced at the ceiling. 2 minutes left. Once the barrier was broken, the moment the dagger fell down to the ground would be the end of the conversation. You dont have to be so cautious about us. It seems like there are some preconceived notions about demonic humans, but there is a lot of nonsense mixed in. Hmm. Are the people who first created the Coin Farm going to try and wash their image? Lets call it realism. Of course, if you are the kind of person who believes in the bullshit that peoples lives can be exchanged for anything such conversation is meaningless. You have my interest. Go on. First of all, if you join us, we will give this to you as a down payment. The man took out a scarlet-colored jewel. Was it? Jin-hyuk frowned. This item Twilight Dew. A treasure possessed by a Quasar, a half human and half bird and one of the spirit beasts. Healing, regeneration, strengthening, poison detoxification, and more. Under the 10th floor of the tower, it would be considered an amazing item. It could be used to further defrost the Frozen Tears as well. But you will simply give it? If they put it up for auction right now, wouldnt they get a more profitable price? Honestly, it is a pity, but it is because the people above us are very interested in getting you. Perhaps, if you officially join the group, you will be given benefits that would be iparable to this. The man shrugged. And immediately tossed the Twilight Dew to Jin-hyuk. Tak! He felt the heaviness on his palm. Jin-hyuk then looked at the jewel that was the size of a childs fist. Oh. It was definitely big. The benefits were rather strange, but he was looking forward to hearing more. Then the next benefit? The second would be taking down any one person that you desire. Whoever? Right. As long as the subject is human anyone. Look at that confidence. These people werent reflected in the official rankings as they were demonic humans, but their skills wouldnt fall behind whenpared to the top rankers. If I ask them to get rid of anyone, they can do it. In effect, it was a sessful mission given on a silver te. At that moment Uh? Wait A brief thought shed through his mind. What if you fail to kill the target? What? You know, its a possibility. It will not happen. Right. The assassination team is made up of yers stronger than us. The two were very confident. They did say it clearly, but they definitely hinted at the perfect sess of any targets elimination. Then, in the case of failure, can this contract be considered unsessful? T-that! Why? Have youe to lose your confidence? The second hiring benefit is to show the demonic human associations absolute power. Isnt that a contradiction? Jin-hyuk provoked them. Andughing out loud was a bonus. The man bit his lip. fine. But, if your request is sessful, you must immediately move to meet with the executives. Sure. Jin-hyuk nodded and took out his smartphone. He looked at the address book where the names and photos were stored and showed it to the two. This guy is the target. He is someone I dont recall. My first time too. Is that your pick? Well.. you must be unfamiliar because he isnt active outside. Probably only a few knew of him. At the very least, there was him, Yoo Yeon-hwa, and Lee Taemin other than that, not many others. Confirmed. Lets meet as colleagues next time. Bye till then, handsome oppa. Tak. The dagger embedded in the barrier fell, and time began to flow. Jin-hyuk, who retrieved the dagger, looked around. They left. The two were no longer visible. The original Awakened Association, which had been cut off in its own dimension, was back. Now he could get the second test certification. Ah. Before that. He had one thing to do. Jn-hyuk quickly opened his status window. [Whisper function has been activated.] [Yah, so you have a minute?] He spoke and waited. And, [What?] A rough and irritating voice. The target of the voice was Chun Yuseong. As expected of a cold guy with short answers. [You said you wanted to be strong?] [What kind of bullshit is this now?] [No, just answer me. Do you want to or not?] [ I did say that before.] [Well then. I will tell you a secret. You have to build up as much real-life experience as possible against strong opponents.] [What?] [Fight and Fight and Fight again. You can be strong only when you cross the line of death. This is a secret training method that only I know of, but I am telling you.] [Have you lost it? Did you eat something wrong?] [I love you, future swordsman. I believe in you, hyung. Even if you are seriously injured, you mustn''te to take revenge on me.] [Yah you!] Jin-hyuk then cut off the connection. Phew. He did warn the guy, so he should be able to handle it. But What will happen if the swordsman fights with demonic humans? To be honest, it would be a scene worth buying popcorn for. A pity he could not go watch. Did an hour pass? Jin-hyuk took the 2nd certificate and walked out of the association. However, there were other people besides Lee Taemin and Yoo Yeon-hwa. The person he had asked to take care of the ck Crow Guild Kim Hee-wong. Oppa. Do you know this man Hyung. That person, isnt he the secretary of the ck Crow Guild? Lee Taemin and Yoo Yeon-hwa asked with anxious faces. The two of them only had terrible memories of that guild. He could understand. They could not help but react like this since they didnt know the circumstances. It is fine. Fellow people I know. Now that this has happened, they should start getting to know each other. There was something they needed to do for the future. Jin-hyuk introduced them to each other. And, of course, he changed the information slightly. For example, Elise had hidden her identity and referred to herself as a yer from the north. There would be an uproar if they knew that she was the True Ancestor. Lee Taemin and Yoo Yeon-hwa, who were initially skeptical, nodded their heads. The guild side will be handled by Kim Hee-wong. Yeon-hwa and Taemin also can contact him when you have time. Hell handle everything from dungeon recruitment to various conveniences. Yes. Just contact me. If you are acquaintances of the president, then I will do anything to help. Kim Hee-wong clenched his fist. The guy had said that he was abused while working below Shin Gunsu. Now that he was free of that man, his expression had brightened. Wow so, is hyung the ck Crow Guild Master? To the world, it is this friend, but I am the one who actually runs it. Hyung, you attacked the ruins and took a guild into your grasp in just a few days. Are you really a human? No Lee Taemin seems to be at a loss for words. He knew that Jin-hyuk was a veteran but wasnt this like breaking all the limits? He didnt have much to say other than calling this whole thing crazy. At the same time, his heart began to race wildly at the fact that he was acquainted with such a monstrous person. Ba-dump! Meeting hyung is the luck of my life! Althoughrge guilds and rankers in the world were fighting each other for supremacy. Whenpared to Jin-hyuk, they were all ridiculously weak. It was like joking about calculus in front of Stephen Hawking. No matter what happens, I will believe you till the end! Lee Taemin had made up his mind. While Kim Hee-wong was talking. Jin-hyuk looked at Elise. And you Seeing her with pouting lips, he sighed. No. Lets not talk. Why! Why! I didnt even do anything, but you are the one poking me! Is it even normal to blow things up because you got called as a kid? When he heard this news from Kim Hee-wong, he doubted his ears. Just for that reason Shit. The entire nation would return to the stone age if all Koreans had a personality like this. More than anything else, you have lived for thousands of years. Cant you not get angry at such provocations? T-that it is because no one provoked me until recently! you are amazing. For real. The selfish queen. Vampires werent just gued with pride and high self-esteem, but the princess disease too. Jin-hyuk clicked his tongue. I need to go hunting now. Get into the ring. Uh? Cant you hunt alone? Because it is hunting, we need supporters. Ah, and dont worry. If you help this time, I will give you a good rest. This time, he needed Elises efficiency on his side. But is there any ce left for hunting? They said all the guilds have monopolized them until the 3rd floor. The Tower of Trials reached up to the 50th floor. Until the 4th floor was opened, the hunting grounds wouldnt be open to normal people. Everyone knew that. But In actuality, the Tower of Trials did not only have 50 floors. Jin-hyuk smiled. From now, I will show you why a veteran is a veteran. Chapter 36: How A Veteran Grows (3) Chapter 36: How A Veteran Grows (3) At the Lake of the Moon on the first floor of the Tower of Trials. It was a location that boasted a beautiful view. It was said that a moon floating in the night sky would look like it was also below the surface of the water. However, no one would go to that ce despite such a name. It was obvious. There was no time to leisurely enjoy the view when the survival of mankind was at stake. While it was more beautiful than any other ce, it was also the most lonely. Lake of the Moon. But then, someone approached theke. It was Jin-hyuk. This too It has been so long. When his level was low, he used to oftene here. After crossing the middle point of the tower, he barely ever came. So seeing this again was lovely. [You seem to have good taste, but what do you mean you will hunt here?] Elises voice came out of the ring. Look here. Jin-hyuk smiled as he walked along the edge of theke. He didnte here to just take a midnight walk. He was here to find something. His footsteps quickened, and his eyes moved around quickly. Surely in here As I thought! Jin-hyuk, who found a statue that resembled a carp, went stiff. Although it was only one of the 12 statues on thiskes shore, this particr one served a different purpose. Jin-hyuk reached out and traced the sculpture. He traced his fingers across its whole surface, edges and found a hole! [Oh. Is there a secret button in it!] If it was that easy, anyone would have noticed it immediately. Wouldnt it be too funny for veterans to grow by doing such easy things? The number of people who found this ce exceeded a three-digit number. It was even mentioned within themunity from time to time. However, despite the rumors, no one could find the key that fit the hole. That was one thing that couldnt be done. It isnt unlocked with a key. Lake of the Moon. In ordance with the locations name, the method of unlocking the statues secret was a bit special. Jin-hyuk covered the hole with his palm blocking the moonlight. Shh. And as he removed his palm, the moonlight shone its light into the hole. Nice. Jin-hyuk used his palm to control the amount and angle of light entering. Calmly If anything was out of sync, he wouldnt be able to get what he needed. Once, twice and again. The moonlight touched the hole in a peculiar rhythm. And right at that moment. Guguggu! The wholeke began to vibrate. Just like Moses divided the Red Sea, thekes water divided itself into two. The terrain had changedpletely. Now, where do I go? Jin-hyuk went down the long stairs leading to thekes bottom. Step. This was a hiddenyer that had never allowed humans to enter. Therefore, it was a ce that was filled with mystery. Finally. [You have entered the first underground level in the Tower of Trials'' 1st floor] The Underground was one of the hidden ces in the Tower of Trials. Finally, he reached a customized hunting ground where he could grow. You cane now. Jin-hyuk, who had reached the bottom, infused magic into Brahams Ring. And Woong. A vampire with long silver hair appeared. Or at least a version that was only 30 cm. Elise looked around in disbelief. Oh my. How could there be such a space under the tower? She seemed shocked. The situation must be so surprising since her red eyes were wide open. What do you think? Uh? Little by little, dont you think the contract with me was a good thing? Well. I dont think what you said back there isplete nonsense. Little very little, it is bing believable. Elise answered while avoiding Jin-hyuks gaze. She still had her pride to take care of, so Jin-hyuk didnt really care before a sudden thought entered his mind. Who do the beings of the tower think of the yers? The game had be a reality, but Were they just part of the data in the game? Or did the giant world of the Tower of Trials exist somewhere outside Earth? There were too many possibilities but no clear answer. Because this wasnt something that you could find on just Google or Naver. However, if it was Elise, who had been alive for thousands of years perhaps she may have the answer. Elise, there is one thing I want to ask. Jin-hyuk said. But .! The words that came out of his mouth werent Korean. No, it wasnt even anguage. It was just abination of tones that were unpleasant to the ear. What, what is this? Such scary voices. Elise groaned as she stepped back. As expected, this happened? He had wondered how he could resolve the doubt regarding the incongruity between the yers and the residents of the tower, but they had blocked the exchange of information. A simple but sure way. No. Nothing. It was nothing. It was still a good thing that he learned that he would not be able to talk about the existence of the tower and its denizens. It must have been blocked. Jin-hyuk took out the Frozen Tears and Twilight Dew. Before he started this hunt in earnest, he needed to raise his magic. [Twilight Dew is brought in contact with the Frozen Tears] [The second thawing begins.] With a warm light and sizzling sound, the magic began to seep into Jin-hyuks body. [Magic increases by +18] nice. With this, the second thawing was sessful. The difference appeared right away. Phew! Stable breathing and magic flowed smoothly. Maintaining Elises form outside was also morefortable. Well, he can just befortable in general now. In terms of levels, it would be close to around level 6. I want to try it out quickly. He wondered how many unique abilities and skills he could use with his increased magic. There was a reason why the first underground floor of the Tower of Trials was called the Spawning Ground. It was because the monsters here constantly crawled out of the abyss. Kiaaaik! Kuaaaa! Insects with ck skin. Dududud! Ground Beetles that were the size of a tiger. Their dozens of legs moved quickly as they narrowed the distance. Additionally, all of their levels were over 20. It meant that they were all strong. Kwang! Kwang! As the distance got closer, the insects jumped to attack him. However, just before their sharp ws and teeth even touched him. [Unique Ability'' Blessing of the Stars'' is activated!] A ray of light fell from theke. Kukuku! It was Teresas power that could grant protection from the constetions. [Magic defense of monsters reduced by 30%] [Physical defense of monsters reduced by 30%] Kikikiki! Kuuuk! The insects twisted in ce as they suffered. Having lived in darkness for too long, the light was something they could not handle. From their perspective, their eyes must be burning. And Jin-hyuk wasnt the kind of person who would stand still with his enemies defenseless. As expected, worms need to be burned to taste better! Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside with the right amount of heat. Wheik! Element of Fire manifested in his left hand and gradually grew. From the size of a baseball to a basketball From the size of a basketball to a sphere of 1m in diameter. Jin-hyuks shoulders were slightly tilted as the fire red up. Kuaaa. Kiiik! The insects were crawling on the ground. There was a gap in front. Now! Jin-hyuk released the magic he had gathered. Kwakwakwang! A stream of fire engulfed them. Monsters blinded by the light screamed. Is it roughly done? The moment he said that. T-they areing again. Elise nced behind them. Suddenly, dozens of new insects were crawling up. Dont just talk and show your skills too. Shouldnt you work for your meal? What? To use such a noble body for those lowly A noble person cannot look at the sunlight, so should I keep her in the ring forever? She still hadnt fixed the habit of looking down at everything from her throne? I once was the queen of an empire, and when I opened my eyes, I turned into a sudra of India. At Jin-hyuks threats, Elise trembled. She realized That whining would make her life miserable. F-fine. I will do it. [Elise Activates Lv?? ''Blood Bind.''] Woong! Drops of blood appeared in the air, creating arge circle of red liquid. Kiik? Kuak? In the blink of an eye, the insects bodies hardened. It was a skill that increased their defensive stats. No matter how much they were just giant insects, it was still a sight that made her cringe. Now she had to end it. Jin-hyuk grabbed his dagger and approached them. Worth using, though. She didnt kill them but was acting like support. The experience would be monopolized by the person who delivers the final blow. It was for this reason that he held onto Elise. sh! His dagger cut the insects down as their heads flew off. Next, and then the next one as well. As long as their movements were sealed, dealing with the monsters was a piece of cake. [Level has risen!] [Level has risen!] [Level has risen!] His level kept going up as his status window shined constantly. Haha. Jin-hyuk smiled. It was so fun to run wild as he pleased. He thought he would die from waiting for things to get done. I think I was stressed out because of the restriction of holding onto Lv1. But he didnt have to do it anymore. Finally, he can satisfy his thirst for growth. Dududud! He saw new insectsing up. Dont act this time. You want to do it yourself? Yes. I want to test how far I can use the ability with the magic I have. Jin-hyuk infused magic into the dagger. [Unique Ability'' Sword Grave'' is activated!] The swordsmans talent permeated his body, and he could feel his entire senses bing sharper. Ba-dump! Ba-dump! His heart was beating fast too. For the first time, a proper fight. Please. Please do not stop until I take you all down. Tat! Jin-hyuk moved. Chapter 37: How A Veteran Grows (4) Chapter 37: How A Veteran Grows (4) Time passed quickly. 24 hours after entering the underground floor, his level had increased from 1 to 12. Name: Kang Jin-hyuk Gender: Male Age: 27 Level: 12 Strength 8 Agility 8 Stamina 8 Magic 41 Rift 100 Luck 10 Adaptability 10 Stat points: 33 Coins: 22740 upation: None Unique Abilities: Fusion, Sword Grave, Blessing of the Stars Skills: Lv4'' Element of Fire'', Lv3'' Eye of Truth'', Lv3 ''Communion,'' Lv3'' Stigma on Soul'', Lv3'' Shallow Breath'', Lv3 Cold Heart Such a crazy growth rate. It took two weeks for Lee Taemin and Yoo Yeonhwa, who were both veterans, to reach level 10. However, despite his overwhelming growth, Jin-hyuks expression didnt change much. A raid with Elise on support. Level 12 wasnt high. And he didnt want to be satisfied with this. Puak! [Lv4'' Element of Fire'' is activated.] A stream of me was rising from the back. As the level of the ability had gone up, the Element of Fire too changed. My fighting power is almost back to its heyday. His body adapted quickly. It was thanks to the constant fighting against the monsters. At the same time Shall we bring monsters again? Seeing Jin-hyuk activating his skill, Elise flew into the sky. The little wings on her back were pping, making Jin-hyuk smile. It looks like she is getting used to it now. Although she grumbled a lot, there was no waste of time as she was doing her job correctly. Do a lot more than usual;. There is no need to use bondage this time. Uh? Wouldnt it be more convenient for you if I stop them all? True, but I want you to preserve your magic if possible. Magic preserve it? why? Elise tilted her head. She didnt understand. If someone wanted to hunt correctly, there was no need to think about saving up magic. Jin-hyuks eyes turned towards the pit in the middle. It was the pit that the insects had been crawling endlessly out of. I am all warmed up now, so we can head downstairs. Level up and increase his strength. Two objectives had been achieved. So it was time to achieve hisst purpose in visiting this ce. By now, the guilds around the world must be anxious about the boss on the 3rd floor. They must be getting jumpy and slightly crazy. Initially, he wanted to clean up the boss battle that they were supposed to raid after spending a lot of time growing his power. But there was no answer despite nning for over a hundred days. Jin-hyuk smiled. The boss monster of the 3rd floor was something he couldnt quite ovee yet. That was because the key to breaking through that floor was down here. Inside an old-fashioned castle that would have been suitable for the Middle Ages. Here, Americas Titan, Europes Olympus, Chinas Peoples Republic, and Koreas Father of Fighting were present. The representatives of those 7 guilds were here with a single purpose. They were to hold a meeting regarding the attack on the 3rd-floor boss, which had already failed eight times. Nice. Looking at the rankers who continued to enter the hall, Teresa sighed. She had heard that it was not a serious matter, but it looked worse than expected, considering all of the representatives of the guilds were stuck to their chairs. I cannot help but be nervous. There were now less than 40 days left for mankind. She didnt know, but this meeting was supposed to be a turning point. And at that moment A middle-aged man holding a wine ss opened his mouth. It was Patrick, an S rank yer who attended as the representative of Americas Titan Guild. It seems like most of us have gathered, so let us start. And the whispers stopped as everyone looked at Patrick. As you all already know, the 8th raid attempt to enter the 4th floor has failed. Out of the raid group that involved 100 people and 15 relics, only 9 returned alive. Quite the borate speech. The attempt had the help of 1,500 yers. However, despite their support, the raid had failed once again. Why? Was it because the boss monster was overwhelmingly strong? Because there were a lot of traps? No. The final boss monster on the 3rd floor was an ordinary monster, and there were no traps in its room. Damn it. Even a holy relic failed. So how do we break through it? Right, the problem was neither quantity nor quality. To reach the 4th floor, not just hundreds or thousands, but tens of thousands of statues had been knocked down. As I am saying again now, the raids on the 2nd and 3rd floors were done too hastily. In the end, you can see. How much did it cost us? Mage Maria, who was Olympus representative, added in. If only there were enough yers over level 15. The raid wouldnt fail. However, the gap that was caused by the greed to climb the tower caused the level gap between yers to widen. In the end, a month passed. I guess you are right. Wasnt it all because of the Chinese sides monopoly of the magic crystals? Baek Jinho, of Dangun Guilds 3rd raid team, growled through his teeth. The Chinese side, silent until then, began to speak. It is hard for us to ignore that statement. We only climbed the tower for the sake of mankind. Misleading others without evidence is not allowed. Ten Wei, who belonged to the Peoples Republic, frowned in protest. Puahahah! You sound like you are giving yourself an out. Everyone here knows how many people your side killed to create a single faction called the Peoples Republic. If you say another word What? What will you do? Stop! As they were about to get up, Patrick intervened. This isnt the time to bring up past incidents. There was a reality that they had to address now. This meant that this wasnt the time for them to fight. You have something in mind? Yes. There is only one way to get around this situation. Patricks face darkened as his lips trembled at the thought of saying the words he never thought he would say. But he was determined as it was something that needed to be done. Yesterday morning I received a call from demonic humans. They will help under one condition. At Patricks words, there was a massivemotion in the hall. No! You want to ept their offer? They are a collection of human trash! We can never side with those bugs. Never! The representatives of each guild began to raise their voices. Currently, the influence ofrge guilds exceeds that of governments. This was why a cause for any action was important. One word and one action could cause infinite ripples. Everyone was reluctant to join hands with the demonic humans because of that. Kulkul. They are garbage, and hearing the words of garbage hurts the heart. Then, something wriggled from the shadow of the rooms fire as an ominous shadow rose up. Crackle! The shadow soon took on a human form. It was an old man with a thin, white beard. However, the magic emanating from this man was toorge to ignore. Its good that you guild people have pride, but you know you cant do it either, right? The old man asked. You impudent man! How did you get in here! Mr. Patrick. Did you bring such a man into the room? I will cut off your filthy head and hang you from a tree! Srng. ck! Various weapons were pulled out as magic was infused into them. The once quiet hall devolved into chaos in an instant. Chachacha! The old man clicked his tongue. There are only bloodthirsty friends here. However, if only our conditions were heard, you would change your mind. We have the power to break through the boss. Bullshit! What do you mean when your small number of men are nothing before us! The power of the demonic humans was, in actuality, not that significant, and such a small group would never be able to win against the 3rd-floor boss. Even a raid that consisted of a thousand men had been annihted, with no one surviving longer than three days. Hmm. Wouldnt it be enough to make the numbers then? The old man struck the ground twice with a stick that had a skull atop it. Thud! Thud! A dull noise echoed around the hall and [Unique ability ''Tomb of the Cursed Graveyard.''] Kukuku! Cracks appeared on the floor. W-what.! This.! People who spotted the cracks appearing were shocked. At the same time, corpses and bones that had been below the ground began to rise up one after another. Hehehe. There are many useful corpses buried under thisnd. Thanks to you, we can get good quality soldiers. The skeleton soldiers, which seemed to number in the three digits, approached them. Although they had the appearance of those who had been trapped underground for many years, their swords and shields were in fine condition. This can be called an army as well. As you can see, among the demonic humans, there are many friends who are good at necromancy and summoning. Necro mancy? But, you want to y on such a scale Ten Wei, who was mumbling, then said. No, that staff! The old man holding that staff. He had seen it before. To be precise, he saw it when he yed the Tower of Trials. Oh? Theres someone here that knows this? The old man proudly stroked the staff. A special item that could only be made after collecting 99 materials. It wasnt easy to make because it required bizarre and cruel items. If the synthesis was sessful, this item disyed the best abilities of a Necromancer. As expected abination of a staff of greed and necromancer would have a good chance. A 9th attempt might be possible. Mr. Ten Wei! No! Maria nced over. If these people are approaching us to do some trickery, I dont think they will end it with just this, but they dont seem to be nning anything. And this n isnt bad. Hm. I am sorry. But I agree with the Chinese this time. Of course, there is a condition that the public shouldnt know of this. Baek Jinho spoke in agreement. One by one, the atmosphere slowly turned to one favorable to the demonic humans proposal. Teresa bit her lip while looking at the scene in front of her. How did thise to happen? No matter what, to join hands with demonic humans? She wanted to stop and not let them ept such a deal. However, with the absence of a way out, she couldnt blindly oppose it. If only Mr. Jin-hyuk was here. Then. There would be no reason to worry about this. Unlike the fakes here, he was the only real veteran to her. Considering the many things she had seen him do in the ruins, he must know how to get to the 4th floor. But I alone cannot do it. Right. That could not happen. It was impossible to reverse the situation on her own. It was as she thought that Woong! A blue status window activated in front of her. [A video call has been requested.] She usually wouldnt care about other yers contacting her. But Ba-dump! After reading the following line, her heart began to beat like crazy. [The target yer is Kang Jin-hyuk.] Here it was [Are you sure you want to ept the call?] A call from the person she desperately needed. MrJin-hyuk! With trembling hands, she pressed to ept, and a rxed face could be seen on the other side. The figure of Jin-hyuk, who looked as confident as ever. And Jin-hyuk. What is this? Do those skeletons have osteoporosis? He started with the most sensible words. Chapter 38: How A Veteran Grows (5) Chapter 38: How A Veteran Grows (5) Was it because his voice was too loud? The old man heard it and became enraged. W-what did he say? What about the skeletons?! Say it! You dared to make fun of my summons! Hm. Did ite across as too harsh? But what about it? They might look strong to mediocre yers but were just cute toys to veterans. Dont use your voice from behind the screen;e show yourself right now! In video calls, only your direct conversation partner could see your face, while unrted parties could only hear the voice. Of course, this could be changed if both parties agreed to it. Are you fine with it? Teresa asked him. It is fine. It looks like I contacted you at a troublesome moment, but this looks interesting. Jin-hyuk nodded his head. [The video call has been converted to an open call.] With that short system message, a man with a strange mask appeared. And silence took over the hall that had been filled with a raucousmotion. T-that mask! Ruins! The one who attacked the ruins is you! Oh my. I didnt think anyone had your contact! But Teresa knew you? It was natural for them to be unable to control their excitement. A yer who hid his identity behind a mask. So many people had been looking for him, but none had found a clue. Everyone wanted to catch the promising yer before others got to them. This was amon thought shared by those here. Teresa was working with him, so there is a high chance that the person doesnt belong to a guild yet. Then it means that the person who gets him first is the winner. Coin, items, or money can be poured out to get him. Of course, bringing him is enough to change the face of the guildpletely. Maybe this is thest chance I can get. The representatives of each guild gulped as they looked at each other. They looked like they were just waiting for the right time to pounce. At that moment. How amusing. The old man stepped forward. Right. I heard about it too. I wonder if you are the one who yed an active part in the ruins on the 1st floor. But this boss we are attacking is different. In the ruins, the power of each individual monster could be strong, but their numbers werent many. On the other hand, the 3rd-floor boss had monstrous strength along with subordinate monsters serving under it. This meant that there was a fundamental difference between this task and conquering a ruin. Hmm? Then are you saying you can? No matter how many enemies there are? Jin-hyuk asked while touching his stomach. Right. Having arge number of summoned beasts is my specialty Arge number of summons Summoned beasts here meant the skeleton, right? He admitted that there were quite a few here. But It must be difficult with that fake staff, though. W-what? Its only half done, right? I see that the Adult Heart and the Shroud Soaked in Oil were omitted. T-t-thathow do you know? How do you think? That is because it looks different from the real Staff of Greed. The finished product with all the right ingredients would have a red gem studded under the skull on the right. Above all, the quality of skeleton soldiers is too low. The finished item youve seen it? The old man mumbled in shock. The shock must be too much. Even his beard was shaking. Curious? If you want, I can tell you where to find the rest of the ingredients, Really? Where ahem! The old man almostpletely gave in to his desires but managed to hold himself back. Because even a single word said here would be acknowledging his defeat. Jin-hyuk, who saw that, smiled bitterly as if he knew this would happen. After all, the opponent was an empty shell with no power. At least he was using his head and tried to take a share from the guilds by fooling them with words of usibility. Just looking at his halfpleted staff, his intentions here were evident. There was just a shallow intention of stealing items or coins under the guise of a down payment. As things were bing slightly strange, the old man grit his teeth. Fine. For now, I will leave you. No matter who you are, I will surely repay you for this shame. Wow old man. It is the first time I have actually seen someone like you. what? No. Arent you a bit embarrassed when saying that? I will surely repay you for this shame if such a line was written for an anime from the 90s, the broadcaster woulde to beat you. If he had just vanished, Jin-hyuk wouldnt have cared. But, the problem with this guy was his mouth. You! The old man red at Jin-hyuk as if he wanted to kill him, but it was only for a moment. Phat! The shadows rose up. The next time we meet in person, we will see if you can be as rxed as you are now and those here, be mindful of this. The fact that we are the only force with strength. The figure of the old man was then swallowed up by the darkness. The hall fell silent once more. So much had happened in such a short span of time that everyone there needed a moment to process it. It doesnt matter if you leave the task to fail in the hands of such a clumsy person, but personally, I dont think that is a good option. Jin-hyuk shrugged his shoulders at Patrick. I know. But we had no options. Why was there no other option? Jin-hyuk said again, Leave it to me. I will take care of the job without having to work together with the demonic humans to attack the tower. Y-You dont mean it. Patrick was shocked. Was it possible to attack the tower alone? If it wasnt said by the yer who solo-conquered the ruins, these words would have been considered a bad joke. Jin-hyuk nodded his head without hesitation. It is possible. Because this was why he had gone to the underground floor. T-then how do we pay you for it You dont have to give me anything. Uh? Let me go in alone. If you lock the entire area down so no other yers cane, I dont care about being paid. At Jin-hyuks words, Patricks mouth dropped. It was from shock at how lenient the terms were. Why are you even doing this? That is. Jin-hyuk nced at Teresa. I just want to do the right thing for the sake of humanity and my colleagues. As soon as he said those words, Jin-hyuk had to pinch his thigh. Ah, damn it. Just saying that makes my legs go weak. That old man from a moment ago must have felt like this. However, unlike Jin-hyuk, who didnt like his own words, the other representatives looked at him kindly. Teresa bit her lip. Her lips kept twitching. Haha. This is as the representative of the guild, I have nothing to say. So cool. You are a true hero. We also need to reflect on ourselves. Ha. I started with that mindset. I dont know how we ended up like this. Admiration and resilience. The representatives of therge global guilds were now reflecting on their own selves. Just one word and they were misunderstanding everything by themselves. It is fine if I act like this. His reason for not epting a down payment wasnt for the sake of humanity. It wasnt even for the aim of taking care of the guilds. Jin-hyuk nced at the camera. [Currently, all screens and conversations are being recorded.] A yer who gave up all rewards for the sake of mankind, how much could they benefit from such a phrase? He didnt know for sure, but itll likely be several times more than what the guilds would have offered as a reward. You idiots that will be the down payment! I am not the kind of person who misses the big things to go after little things. Think about it. How much would these guilds even be able to give him a down payment at this early stage of the game? Maybe one low-level relic? Or coins? If I have time, I can get those things by myself. However, a solid position in the publics eyes with all the benefits derived from it was a sure gain. Furthermore. First broadcast function. If someone seeds in the solo raid that failed for the others! Just the thought was thrilling. Ba-dump! Ba-dump! Jin-hyuks heart started beating with a pleasant rhythm as if it was celebrating knowing the lottery numbers for the next week in advance. And. If I seed this time, I would like to see you all and have a meal together. O-of course. We are looking forward to it. I wish that day woulde. Everyone added their own words with hope on their faces. They looked genuinely happy. But no matter how happy. only I can do it? Jin-hyuk gulped and wiped his mouth. Is this what it felt like to see a young chicken tap its feet in front of a pot of boiling water and ginseng? Wow! Imagine what I could get with just copies from the abilities of two or three more rankers. This was awesome. [The video call has ended] When Jin-hyuk disappeared, everyones eyes turned to Teresa. Like wolves aiming for the sheep. Miss Teresa, could you tell me about the man you spoke to? Name, age, nation. It doesnt matter if it is a little thing. Huhu, didnt the European side get gains this time? This time make concessions to us. Should I say that A rank dungeon will be passed over to you if you step back this one time? W-what are you saying? Oh my. Why are you angry? Ah well. The person who loses always raises their voice. Wow. Another heated discussion. In the middle of it, Teresa bit her lip. Mr. Jin-hyuk you idiot. She didnt even know what to do now. Things turned out a lot better. Jin-hyuk stretched out his hands. Thanks to the demonic humans help, he gained a reputation in front of therge guilds. By now, they must be fighting with each other to get more information about him. Hmm. I feel a bit bad for letting Miss Teresa take care of it, but I will buy her a meal to make up for it. It was then Haa. Haa. Haa. Are you going to kill me? Elise turned towards him with a gasping face. Ah, right. She was forgotten. During the video call with Teresa, bugs were still climbing up, so he made her deal with them. As a result, she had used up all her remaining magic and was on the verge of fainting. It is fine to see youin about something else for a change. If you were really going to die, you wouldnt have the energy toin, but this is fine seeing you all fine. D-di you that wouldfort me?! This this is a very contract! Elise looked helpless. What? But to feel remorse, one had to have a conscience. Tch! What do you see me as? Do you think I am messing around? Anyway, I was thinking of buying a Magic Supplement from the coin exchange and giving it to you. Although it was the cheapest one, it didnt matter since Elise couldnt see the coin exchange. What would she even be able to do if he insisted it was the most expensive one? But Sorry, but such supplements dont work for me. Elise shook her head. What? Didnt I say that you cannot domesticate me? W-what is that Huhu. Dont worry. I will take back the mana Ive used up. Elise smiled brightly, and her teeth shone. Why does this sight feel ominous? It definitely felt wrong When he had met the first time, she had said Tasty and your blood smells delicious, right? She said those two things. Man. This was dangerous. Jin-hyuk took a few steps back without even realizing it. Chapter 39: Infinite Growth (1) Chapter 39: Infinite Growth (1) With the sound of liquid dripping down. Finally, the blood donation, which saved a life, was done. Hehe. It was yummy. Satisfied, Elise wiped the drops of blood from her lips with a handkerchief. On the other hand, Jin-hyuk was caressing the tooth marks on his neck with aplicated expression. Sting. His head felt dizzy. Just how much blood did she suck? Seriously, if you cannot pay back your meals, you will be locked back in the ring for a month. Dont worry. With this amount of magic, it can blow away all the bugs here. Sure, sure. Jin-hyuk, who stuck his tongue out, connected to the [Tower of Trials]munity. And registered the video he had recorded. [Video has been uploaded.] He had been put into the Hall of Fame several times, but this was the first time he had done it himself. Itll be like a new BJ, so I wont be able to receive the exposure the top ones get. But it didnt matter. The video would eventually make its way around as long as the content was good. If just a few people spoke about the video, many others would start viewing it. Fine, this is done. Next, it was time to stop by the Coin Exchange. Jin-hyuks eyes moved across the screen. He had to buy a few items to get everything he wanted. [Exponential Pill (C) 11,500] [Unknown Cube (D): 2,500] [Ability Booster (D): 5,000] [Cobweb of Karlturis Forest (F): 300] [Runny Nose of the Twin-headed Ogre 100mg (F): 300] Jin-hyuk bought the items in an instant. Since he had already decided what to get, there was no hesitation. You bought a bunch of useless things. Elise tilted her head. Her face was clearly asking why he was buying so much garbage for so many coins. Well, those who didnt know would all react like that. Look here. Jin-hyuk smiled and walked to the edge. You want to head down? Yes, I am going to get crazy busy from now on. He should enjoy the day, especially as he will be heading into the hole now. After saying that, he took a step forward. Woong! The wind buffeted hard against his body. The gust of wind was so strong that even the Element of Fire couldnt maintain its form. Because of this, even his vision wasnt working right. Any solutions? Why arent you answering me? Say something! No are you thinking ofmitting suicide here? Elise screamed while holding onto Jin-hyuks shoulder. She was a True Ancestor of the vampires. Even if the Earth was hit by a meteor, she would probably live through it. But the human body wasnt like that. If he died instantly, it was good, but if he was lucky, he might survive down there with a non-function body. Gravity magic or flying magic is too much. He didnt even know when he would reach the bottom, so using those magics would be a waste. Perhaps it would work with the yer avatar body he had when this was all a game, but now it was impossible. Despite Elises urgings, Jin-hyuk didnt answer. He simply kept counting internally. 17 minutes and 13 seconds 17 minutes 20 seconds 17 minutes 44 seconds. The time was observed diligently as if a clock was in his head. And finally, Now! Jin-hyuk, who had been silent, shouted. [Elise activates Lv?? ''Reverse gravity''!] In an instant, Jin-hyuks body defied gravity. The timing of its activation left his body approximately 1 meter away from the ground. He would have met a terrible end if he had been just a littlete. Done. Now that I am at a height where I can jump and get off, there is no need to use magic. Uh? Uh Elie waved her hand, allowing the gravity to return to normal and leaving Jin-hyuk tond on the ground. First, my eyes. Not even a speck of light was visible in the surrounding darkness. Wheik! [[Lv4'' Element of Fire'' is activated.] Four balls of fire rose up in four separate directions. The ce was a moist ce filled with mud and stones. The deepest part of the Tower of Trials. But What are you doing? Elise, who should be on his shoulder, was pping her wings again. It was a bonus with her puffed face. Do not hide it this time and tell me. How the hell did you know where the ground is? Does that bother you? Instinct T-that that doesnt make sense! How can one know the exact timing? A feeling. Uh? A guess. The truth was that he had memorized it. Was it when he had gotten tired of the Tower of Trials? He had tried new things for the sake of the thrill. Things like starting an avnche at the top of a 3-kilometer tall snowy mountain and riding a sled through it. Or going into a dragonsir naked and leaving after putting a bell around a sleeping dragons neck. Or trying to survive inside the belly of a unicorn whale for a week. He also did many more things to stimte his nerves. Of course, diving down this pit was one such activity. After about 200 dives. Even if he didnt remember it offhand, his body did. How deep the pits bottom was. Ah, for real. It isnt a feeling or stuff. Tell me properly. You seem to have been hiding many things from when we first met. Partners cannot act like this! I will see how you behave and then tell you. Elise kept asking, but Jin-hyuk just waved his hand, and right then, this! Both remarked at the same time. Wooon! Grrr! Grrr! All of a sudden, the mud around them began to move. The things that were resting in the damp mud had reacted to the prey that had suddenly entered its territory. Srng! Jin-hyuk drew his dagger. Giant worm A medium-sized species, it was impressive that its massive body reached a length of 5 meters. Naturally, since its skin was so thick, even his dagger wouldnt pierce. Then [Unique Ability'' Sword Grave'' is activated!] Pss! Blue light shed from his dagger. If it was a de that could cut through anything, then it would be prated no matter how thick its skin was. Tie them all together from the first one that appeared. Okay. Hes already worked together a hundred times with Elise. Even with his eyes closed, he could fully take down the opponent. Kwang! Jin-hyuk kicked the ground and ran. Koooo! Wong! The worms jaws were wide open, exposing dozens of sharp, saliva-covered teeth. However, just before it could swallow its prey. The movement stopped. Swish! Thousands of glistening thin lines made of red blood could be soon. It was Elises bondage music. Jin-hyuk moved quickly. He moved his dagger to and fro as he navigated through the worms. sh! His hand was strong. A piece of meat a meter in diameter slid down to the mud. The worms were justrge targets as long as their movements were restricted. What came after was truly a one-sided massacre. Kwakwakwang! The worms were cut down. By the time he had eliminated half of them Kuaaaak! Aaack! The worms were beginning to glow. They were tied up by Elises thread, but they were starting to twist their bodies as if they didnt care. They dont have senses. But even if they did that for a hundred days, they would not be able to escape Did it think it could sacrifice its body? The True Ancestors bondage cannot be broken so easily. Seeing the worms being ughtered, Jin-hyuk smiled. Kwang! Then, a roar was heard at the side of the cliff. Insects that resembled scorpions and spiders were crawling up towards them. Kuaaak! Kuak! An obscenelyrge number. In addition, there were also winged flying monster species mixed in. The insects covered both the ground and the sky. Ugh. Can this all be handled on your own? Elise rubbed her eyes. But Did you have to ask that? Jin-hyuk shrugged his shoulders and injected magic into his dagger. Psss.! The des blue light suddenly became ck. After a moment, tangible qi began to manifest. ck Moon, ck Moon Night. The flower of the raid is a wide one. Kwakwakwang! It was the strongest skill that had destroyed Chun Yuseongs blow in one move. A dark vision. The insects could not move their bodies even when approaching death. They were supposed to be the predators in this ce. Other species were simply prey. But, first vaguely and thenstly epting They realized. The realization that their teeth, ws, and overwhelming numbers that had been a promise of lethal death meant nothing in front of this person. Theirs was a ce being swept away by a storm. Shhh! Heat rose from the red hot ground where life no longer existed. It was simply annihtion. [Level has risen!] [Level has risen!] Thanks to so many monsters, his level went up by two. Throb! Immediately after using such a big technique, the muscles all over his body began to creak as his blood vessels burned up. However This is definitely better. His current magic stat was 41. The effects of absorbing the Frozen Tears could also be felt all over his body. There was enough so that even ck Moon Knight could be used at least three times. Phew. His heart kept pounding loudly as he walked into the darkness and said. Why dont youe out now? With these low-level bugs, no matter how manye, it will be useless isnt it time for you to understand? This splendid performance was just to summon the master of this underground. And it was then that a reply came. Oh. You know about me? Someone answered from the dark, making his skin crawl. A feeling of intimidation simr to when he met Elise. Indeed, a vessel which contains the body of a god. Ba-dump! His heart began to beat fast. He had been bored from just fighting bugs and wanted to enjoy this. Answer me. I asked if you knew about me. The magic in that voice grew stronger. Of course, I know. I have heard the hounds roaming the desert and the biting sounds in my ear. Desert hound. Those words are used to address the Egyptian God, Anubis. Since you are the first human toe here, I decided to wait for a while before killing you, but you are forcing my hand. I have no intention of flirting around either. Doesnt the group dynamic work better when the one above everyone shows himself? The Hive was a special item that could multiply insects indefinitely. That item was why the underground was known as the best hunting ground. Amazing. You know about that too. I know more than that. If possible, it would be better if we didnt hide behind bugs and stuff and came out directly to save each others time. Puahaha! Are you saying that you want to go against me? Well, this was an expected reaction. Considering the difference between them, Jin-hyuk was likely like a little child in Anubis eyes. In the end, if he wanted to copy its ability, he would have to taunt it. [Anubis'' Judgment] [Description: Anubis asks three questions, the target answers three questions, and the ''Curse'' is activated. All stats are reduced by 50% for those who are cursed, and all unique abilities and skills are sealed for 1 minute.] A deceptive unique ability that had an absolute roll-on effect. And for him to acquire that skill. [Copy Condition: Destroy the vessel containing Anubis'' consciousness by exhausting his patience.] Even if his physical body was just a stone statue imparted with part of a gods consciousness, it would be impossible for him to run out of patience. However, the condition could feasibly be achieved through the most extreme of probabilities. I am empowered to ask the most powerful questions in this world. Chapter 40: Infinite Growth (2) Chapter 40: Infinite Growth (2) Kukukuku! A heavyyer of magic filled the entire underground level. Shit Elises face became stiff. She was one of the absolute beings that existed in the tower. If Elise was at the apex Then this opponent was one of the apex characters of mythology. This wasnt an enemy that could be taken lightly. I will take care of him, so in the meantime, try to find a way out. Uh? I can manage to survive, so you need to run away! What? Are you worried about me? She was the size of a Pomeranian. How could she stand in front of him so proudly? Like a dog trying to protect its master. What are you worried about?! Promises cannot be kept if you die! What youre about to do will lead to that! Elise screamed in annoyance. Do not worry, and just watch. What? Is it really the time to act proud? It isnt about being prideful. I am just asking you to trust me. Hell show her. Just who was the yer she had made a contract with. And who would be smiling in the end. Thud! Thud! A loud roar filled the air as a 3-meter-tall stone statue moved. Its appearance was modeled after that of a desert jackal. The undergrounds boss monster, Anubis. Interesting. Did you hear anything about me from the True Ancestor on your shoulder? Anubis asked a question. Woong! The atmosphere changed rapidly. This feeling thats right. As expected, was he going to ept it? [Anubis'' unique ability ''Anubis'' Judgment'' is activated!] The caster would now ask three questions. The conditions of the skill would then be satisfied. enough. Jin-hyuk smiled. Right. Right. How else would I be able to know this ce? I see. Anubis nodded his jackal head. If it was the True Ancestor, then she would be able to know everything about the underground. Is your purpose foring here to im the Hive? Well, something like that. If I im it and sell it on the market, I can get a good price. If it was an item that allowed the infinite multiplication of insects, then it would be worth the price. That was the second question. Then I will ask you onest question, grave robber. It is the natural habit of small creatures to be blinded by treasure, but did you think you could escape alive after entering my realm? Last but not least, a boring question. Of course, it had to be this If I cant get rid of you, I will bite my tongue and die. Jin-hyuk spat out his answer, and as he did Woong! The power of the divine manifested. [All requirements have been met.] [Anubis'' Judgment has been activated!] [All stats are reduced by 50%.] [The use of Unique Abilities and Skills is sealed for 1 minute!] Status windows appeared one after another. At the same time, he could feel the magic in his body diminishing. His sharp senses felt dulled, and ess to his skills was cut off. But It wasnt finished yet. The true terror of this ability was what followed. [Anubis chooses ''Judgment of the Great yer''!] Introduce yourself. This is the great yer that will be my hands and feet. Anubis proimed in a deep, low voice, and at the same time Kuaaaak! Powerful magic surged forward, iparable to the magic exuded by the insects. Kukukuku! The entire underground level shook. A great warrior was chosen by the divine and obeyed their orders. Therefore, Jin-hyuks opponent would have the power to crush any enemy that stood in its way. Its pale skin and dazzling ws stood out immediately. Isnt his level around 71? The level of the blood n he had faced in the ruins was around level 50 or so, with a few that were a bit higher. However, the situation now waspletely different from then. Due to Anubis Judgment, his stats were halved and his abilities sealed. Jin-hyuk held his dagger without much thought. Stop drooling. Do you want to eat my head that badly? Kiiiik! Even if he didnt understand his opponentsnguage, he understood that it meant yes. Come to think of it, there were some people whose unique abilities allowed them to use thenguage of monsters. If he could fuse rted abilities to those, what woulde out as a result? As Jin-hyuk was thinking about this. Sasak! The Giant Mantis quickly slid over the sand, instantly narrowing the distance between them. Its scythe-like arms were aimed at his neck. But Kakaka! Jin-hyuk twisted the path of the attack using his dagger, making it only cut the air. Kuak? Swish. The Giant Mantis body leaned forward as its center of gravity was utterlypromised. Youre full of gaps, you insect, What could it do with its eyes looking around at a 360-degree angle? It didnt even have enough time to react. Jin-hyuks eyes gleamed with a hidden smile while, at the same time, his dagger shed through the gaps in the Giant Mantis guard. Puak! The sound of its flesh breaking apart was apanied by a bright green fluid spurting out. This damage was only possible since he had aimed at its joints instead of its skin. Kuaak! It was screaming desperately already with just one leg hurt. Jin-hyuk pulled his dagger out and widened the distance. You were looking down on me for being human? Well, now youve lost one leg. This is the nature of some strong monsters. They looked down on their opponents and inevitably got tricked as their supposed prey proved stronger than expected. Kiiik! The Giant Mantis steps ttered. It growled with its mouth as its bodys fluids dripped to the sands below. It was just for a short time, however. Swish! Its severed leg regenerated. This always makes me speechless. Each time its limb was cut, it would grow back. Jin-hyuk quickly took his stance. Here ites. Kwang! The Giant Mantis leaped upwards from the ground towards Jin-hyuk with an audible sound. It drew its w and shed it an arc. This No doubt. At first nce, it didnt seem significant, but there were white spots under its toenails. His dagger wouldnt be able to withstand this. In that case Woong! Jin-hyuk moved his head to avoid the attack, and the ws cut only air once more. Woong! Woong! The attacks that followed also only cut nothing but air, and they werent even slow. As the battle continued, the Great Mantis began to show the characteristics of resilience inherent in an insect monster and the Great yer buff. Due to these stacking effects, the Giant Mantis ws were bing so fast that it was difficult to discern their movements with the naked eye. Nevertheless, Jin-hyuk was still moving around them as if dancing to a rhythm. As expected, just like a trot song. From the moment the battle started, a song was ying in his head. My love for you is unconditional and unconditional! Crossing the Pacific Ocean! Crossing the Antic Ocean! That thick singing tone and addictive melody. Whenever he fought against the insects underground, he would time their attacks with the song. As if by some miracle, whenever an attack was about to hit a vital point, he could avoid it by simply following the rhythm to waste the opponents stamina. Why does it seem faster than before? No, really. Just a moment ago, there would be mistakes here and there, but they werent visible now. By following its movement, Jin-hyuk could feel the enjoyment in his rapid breathing. Woong! Woong! As the fight dragged on, its attack speed gradually slowed, and the ws movements became visible. Nice. At this point Jin-hyuk held his dagger in reverse and dodged the attack that came from above. Woong! He would aim for the gap! He nced at the Giant Mantis hind legs. Puak! Puak! Puak! And he aimed a clean blow towards them. Jin-hyuk gave the mantis four stings through its legs and moved back immediately. Kiiik! Thud! The Giant Mantis, once again, struggled to move in the sand. Of course, since it wasnt fatal, the wound would heal. But the scars left in its heart willst for a long while. Jin-hyuk staggered forward and stood in front of the Giant Mantis that was struggling to stand back up. And as it repeatedly tried to get up. One, two, three Kuak! Once the enraged Giant Mantis finally got up, he would defeat it again. He immediately repeated the same action. One, two, three. The point of this was never to make it difficult for himself. It was a rxed atmosphere as a slight smile appeared on his lips. To finish it, he put on an expression that seemed to say, You wont be able to defeat me in a hundred years. It felt like his thighs were going to explode, but it was fine. This moment of heaping insults upon the strong was the reason why veterans existed in this world. H-How can this happen? Anubis let out a scream stained with anger and shock. A fight he was sure would be his victory was now going in the opposite direction. It was difficult for even Elise to believe. I knew he was strong, but this strong He had been a special person since the first time they met. She admitted it. Even Belus, among the best in her n, struggled futilely against him and was defeated. However, that had been when all of his abilities could be used. It should be apletely different story in this scenario where his stats were nerfed and his unique abilities and skills sealed. To y with his opponents only using his senses and reflexes. Elise gulped at this unbelievable sight. Moreover, wasnt his opponent a designated warrior from Anubis? It felt instead that Jin-hyuk was immensely superior. Elises eyes took in Jin-hyuks movement as he repeatedly sat and stood in front of the Giant Mantis. Really, if it is him, it can be done. The downfall of the Ataraxia family and her hatred for the families that had caused it. Perhaps It would be a reality. Maybe he could make her dreame true. Ba-dump! Elises heart began to beat quietly again. Anticipation, excitement, and a sense of exaltation spread through her body. At that moment, the Giant Mantis legs were cleanly severed and flew into the sky. Pop! Jin-hyuk wiped off the bodily fluids that had stained his dagger on the floor. Nice. This way, both ws could be removed. Kik, kikk The Giant Mantis was backing away. It was a rare sight for an insect-type monster that was naturally belligerent. What? Can it be stopped? Didnt you like to hunt? It had been running around with the desire to kill him but was giving up already? Of course, he did understand. Hunting was fun when you were chasing something, not when you were the one being chased. And this time, it was the prey, and he was the hunter. What are you doing?! Do not back down! Fight back! Anubis voice filled the air. He was clenching his hand in frustration. However, the Giant Mantis didnt obey its masters orders due to its state of fear. What are you doing? Run! Quickly! Jin-hyuk ced his daggers de on his shoulder. He then smiled as he began counting down from ten. Run as far as you can. Though that was an impossibility. Chapter 41: Infinite Growth (3) Chapter 41: Infinite Growth (3) Kiiik! A sharp scream. The body of the Giant Mantis copsed with arge hole through it. No matter how powerful its regeneration, it would no longer be effective now. No matter how tough it was, a missing heart could not be regenerated. [The Great Warrior of Anubis has fallen.] [Level has risen.] [You have acquired the ''Magic Book of the Peltaros Principality.''] [Acquired a mid-grade magic stone.] And with this, he had gained another level. In addition, a magic book that only appeared on the middle floors of the tower appeared here. Oh, look at this? Jin-hyuk was slightly surprised. He had defeated dozens of opponents but had never been given such a good reward. Usually, the normal drops would be weapons or an item with some kind of effect. Why did the gap between the reward quality widen so suddenly? Jin-hyuk immediately realized the reason. Its probably thanks to the Luck stat and everything else Ive gathered. This wasnt a coincidence. The small skills he had continuously gathered helped him achieve the present results. Exhrating. Because it means my efforts werent in vain. Jin-hyuk picked up the old book lying next to the body. ! A chill spread into his fingertips. it was cold. [The pure cold qi will paralyze some of your fingertips.] The Magic Book of the Peltaros Principality was something that contained ice magic, so it was traded at a high price by almost all yers. Although over 90% of yers wouldnt seed in making a single snowke, much less sessfully use ice magic. The opportunity to acquire the other skills in the series was sufficient. The Peltaros Principality is a ce thats a concentration of mages. Jin-hyuk smiled. He knew about its existence on the 13th floor, so he had nned to try learning it slowly. Being able to use new magic like this was something he didnt expect to happen so soon. Swish. He opened the first chapter of the book. Complex characters caught his eye. Anubis, who watched this happen, smiled. Thats right. Since all magic books were written using runes, ordinary people would be unable to read them. Moreover, even if they could learn the runes, it would take a significant amount of time to understand the contents written in the book to even use the most basic spell. Effort and talent. Magic could only be used when both these factors supported the human studying and learning to use it. Foolish human. Dont you know that it will take you over 3 years to just learn to read the magic huh!? Anubis took a deep breath. Shhh! The moisture in the air froze, and powder-like ice fragments began to form in the air. [Unique abilities and skills can be used again.] [Lv1 ''Ice Formation'' is activated!] Huh? Why did it feel like a dog was barking? What did you just say? H-How How? I studied a lot of textbooks in the past. Of course, learning a newnguage was never easy. Many people couldnt even use English properly after 12 years of studying. But that was the story of a passionless education. This is a study I really wanted to do. Because it was fun. It was only through learning this that he could be strong. So he practiced it to death. Over and over until he became stronger than even mages. Shh! The scattered fragments of ice magic began to take a single shape. Five ice arrows, each one 2 meters in length. All beautifully crafted, awaiting themand of their creator. I must admit that you are no ordinary human being. But you dont believe that those ice toys can be used to fight me, right? I know. What? I know it is useless. He could not kill Anubis with what he had. No, it wouldnt even cause a wound on the divinitys skin. Like Elise, he was a top-tier existence in the tower. But But arent you also nervous right now? Above all, you are not able to attack other living beings without using the insects. You must be annoyed right now. Anubis kept his silence. He had meant to intimidate his opponent, but somehow the human knew everything. He was currently in a state with many restrictions. The more I look at him, the more amazing he is. What was more interesting was that, even though the human realized his attacks wouldnt work, he wasnt backing down at all. Why? He was curious. What were the humans thoughts? What was the secret behind it? However, contrary to the expectation of Anubis, Jin-hyuks words were For fun? F-fun? A sandbag that wouldnt die no matter how hard I hit it. How could I give it up? Your arrogance reaches the sky, human. Anubis said as his expression changed slightly. That was something Jin-hyuk did not miss. Fine. Like a human with high self-esteem, hes weak against provocations. If he continued to just do this, he would sessfully finish the copy conditions. And the proof of that was Kukukuku! Anubis pulled out the Hive relic, which was the size of a basketball. It was a special item with the power of multiplying insects. Was he going to use it? Since Jin-hyuk had eliminated his chosen warrior, this was his only option. Tear that damned mortal to pieces and swallow him! Anubis infused magic into the Hive. And Boong! Woong! Flying insects began to pour out of the Hive with disturbing sounds. At the same time, the ice arrows above Jin-hyuks head vanished. Kwakwang! The air was filled with a loud roar. Dozens of insects were skewered by the ice arrows and lodged into the ground. All of them were hit. As expected, it isnt toote to try this. The ice arrow was able to pierce the insects but failed to take down the Hive. But that didnt matter. Victory and defeat in battle depended on who could endure the longest. Wheik! Sparks of me appeared in Jin-hyuks left hand. Tsss! In his right hand, thin stalks of ice began to rise. And right then [''Element of Fire (B)'' and ''Ice Formation (A)'' are fused!] Jin-hyuk ced his hands together as the two pr opposite elemental energies ran rampant. Kukuku! The air began to change rapidly. Kuuu. Kiiii Even the insects were forced to move back at this unknown magic. Anubis frowned. [Fusion sessful!] [You have acquired the skill ''Daylight (AA)''!] [Daylight Acquisition Difficulty: AA Description: This is a skill thatpresses and releases magic. This white-type magic is known to be very powerful in itself and useful in battle because it affects the field of vision.] [The fused skill is stored as ''Memory of the World''.] After the ice magic, another skill appeared through fusion. It was also a skill that was specialized in dealing with arge number of enemies. And the power? He had acquired the skill in the past, but he wasnt in the same state of perfect growth as he was now. He would admit that he had made mistakes and failed. Did the wasted time and futile effortbine for this moment now? It was expected to an extent. Now, where will this road take him? Jin-hyuk extended his dagger forward. Woong! [Lv1 ''Daylight'' has been activated] An intense light shone on the underground level. All of them felt like they were standing under the hot sun, with the sand worms living there feeling the brunt of its heat and light. Kiiik! Kuaaak! The worms screamed in pain. Well, this was expected to happen as they had never seen light. I know it is painful, but how will you get this done if you keep your head down like this? Daylights primary effect was light attribute damage. The skill caused damage and blinded creatures with dark attributes. However, the real effect of the skill was something else. Jin-hyuk looked at the light glowing from his dagger. His arms trembled as he tried to hold onto the powerful magic in his hand. A little bit a little bit more! And at that moment. A single point of light shone out in a straight line. It was silent, unapanied by roars or explosions. Neither was the ground below it destroyed nor a hole put through a wall. It was faithful to its sole role: Lethality. Chik! White Phosphorus. The demons me that would continue to burn everything even when underwater. The skill didnt stop as it burned all the insects in sight. Of course, the Hive still continued to create insects. But Jin-hyuk broke through the deadlock of their numbers by using his magic. The only advantage that swarm insects have are their numbers. They had excellent cooperation to move and hunt in groups. Inrge numbers, they were challenging to deal with. It meant that it would be able to exert power that was more than the sum of its parts. In other words, defeating just one insect would have a negligible effect. Pung! Pung! As the mes rose up, they became a trigger that generated continuous explosions. His Ice Arrow attacks also pierced the outer skins of the attacking insects. The rate at which the insects were being destroyed was faster than their production speed. Kuak! In the end, Anubis, who couldnt stand seeing this, activated the Hives second ability. [''Hive'' selects a target] Momentster, a wasp nearly a meter tall came out of the hive. The sting looked pretty dangerous, but that was it. Not only did it have low magic, but it would also have no impact on the battle alone. Kuak! The wasps long roar filled the air as it began to descend from the heights above. Woong! It was fast, and Jin-hyuk took out his dagger. And the stinger crossed with the dagger. Thick fluid dripped from the tip of the dagger, drop by drop. The wasp, which had lost its head, was thrown to the ground. Kwang! Such a futile ending for thest chosen from the Hive. That was what Jin-hyuk thought. The wasp didnt die. It was wriggling as if it was growing up instead. Being reborn? Huhu. Does it look that way? Anubisughed in a low voice. Kiiik! Kuaak! Now a second voice could be heard. A new body had grown from not just the head but the body as well. This was fragmentation and not regeneration. Totally like a live-action horror movie. Cutting it is useless? Correct. Now, no matter how much you run, the bugs wille for you, That was the second ability of the Hive. It forced the enemy to deal with insects that would divide themselves until the enemys stamina and magic ran out. This was because there was a limit to how strong a yer could be. In the end, it would fall down to how much time he had to wait. But, finally, it came out. Jin-hyuk smiled. He smiled because this whole desperate situation had been his n all along. He knew that all of this would simply be a paving stone that would lead to the desired results. He couldnt help butugh. Chapter 42: Infinite Growth (4) Chapter 42: Infinite Growth (4) Kuaaak! Kiiick! Two wasps roared. [The ''Hive'' ability triggers the ''Fear'' status effect] The Rift stat that Jin-hyuk possessed allowed him to ovee or widen any gaps he had with the target. Fear was a status effect that paralyzed a part of the senses and chipped down its target slowly until death. Quite an annoying ability. Especially when used by something that didnt die and continued to reproduce. Woong! The wasps flew in towards him from the left and right. As before, Jin-hyuk again looked for the chance that appeared when they descended from the air. Now. Jin-hyuk took out an item that he had purchased at the Coin Exchange the other day. [The Giant Pill (C)] It was a special item that had the effect of increasing the size of the user by up to 10 times. It was a trump card he had prepared for this moment. You idiot! Did you think you could survive the poison by growing in size! Anubis, who watched this, broke out intoughter. The wasps venom was strengthened by Hive and was strong enough to kill giants. Even the Giant Pill would be useless, but Jin-hyuk didnt eat it. Who said that I would be the one eating it? Instead, it was thrown into the mouth of a flying wasp. It went in a straight line and right down the wasps throat. Kuak? W-what is this! Anubis questioned the action, but Jin-hyuk didnt give him an answer. Instead, he mmed the ground and ran forward. I need to finish it before the pill gets absorbed. He had about one minute. That was the amount of time he had until the wasp turned into a giant. The distance between them was narrowed instantly, and he approached its nose. The wasp moved its tail reflexively. Its sting, dripping with venom, was aimed toward Jin-hyuk. Still aiming for the carotid artery. It was their instinct to aim for a vital point. Jin-hyuk moved his neck slightly to avoid the sting. At the same time, he stretched out his arms and climbed onto the wasps back. As smooth and natural as flowing water. Kiiik! The wasp twisted its whole body. Kiaaak! It couldnt run despite its desire to get away. Jin-hyuk firmly grabbed the wasps wings on its back and pressed onto a part of its nervous system with his thumb. And Kiii The movements of the wasps became noticeably slower as he had hit its central nervous system. This allowed him to control its speed, direction, and aggression. Flying with insects in the past definitely helped with this. This was why experience was useful in life, no matter how crazy. Of course, there were more memories of him falling down from them. Woong! Jin-hyuk rode the wasp and flew towards the Hive. What are you doing?! Kill him! kill him right now! Anubis gave the order to the other wasp. Kiiik! The other wasp followed the order and began to follow Jin-hyuk. He now had 30 seconds left. Faster! A little faster! It wasnt easy to keep his eyes open as the wind hit him, but he still increased his speed. 20 seconds, 19 and the moment when the time remaining was 10 seconds. [''Unknown Cube (D)'' has been used.] Jin-hyuk used another item he bought at the Coin Exchange. Woong! A translucent tube, about 2 meters in size, wrapped itself around the Hive. Of course, right as one side of the cube closed, Jin-hyuk had escaped from inside, leaving behind the wasp he had controlled. Now, for the finish. [Combining 4 items to strengthen the ''Unknown Cube''] [Ability Booster (D)] [Sticky Glue (F) x4] [Cobweb of Karlturis Forest (F)] [Runny Nose of the Twin-Headed Ogre (F) 100mg] After using the rest of the items he had, a spider web pattern was engraved on the membrane. Kiiik! Keeek! Kwang! Bang! Bang! The wasps hit the wall with their bodies, but it didnt break. The performance was terrific, even if it was made with lesser quality items. Nice. With this, the final stage was set. Now the opening ceremony should have fireworks, right? Due to theck of time, he didnt say much and just flicked his index finger against his thumb. [Lv4'' Element of Fire'' is activated!] When the gigantification was to take effect, mes appeared inside the cube, making the wasps react. Pupupung! The mes zed into a monstrous size within the enclosed space of the cube, amplifying its power behind imagination. The wasps were turned into charcoal immediately. However, their shattered bits were still wriggling, their regeneration taking effect. Kii Kuak! Kuaak! Hundreds of wasps were regenerated from the many tiny bits. It was an absolutely monstrous number, but there was one problem. The space inside the cube was limited. Dddd! Crack The wasps were crushed by their own numbers. Eventually, their frames couldnt handle the pressure and were crushed. [The Giant Pill (C) has been dropped] [Level has risen!] From the crushed wasp corpse, the Giant Pill that wasnt fully absorbed fell as a drop. As expected. Jin-hyuk smiled. This was the reason why he was counting down that one minute. If he fed the Giant Pill, made them multiply, and killed them all before the pill took full effect the pill would return as a drop. Of course, other items could also be duplicated like this, but there was a reason for choosing this item in particr. That was because it was impossible to feed the wasp high-ranked items, and he needed as many pills as possible for the eventual attack on the 4th floor. I have also gone up two levels. Due to the absolute massacre that hemitted here, he received experience points much more numerous than regr hunting. What was this like? A small beer can was fine for a midsummer night, but then he was also given fried chicken as a bonus? It felt like he was about to be drunk from the many rewards received from this sweetbination. This is why I cannot give up on the first underground level. Crawling into this damp pit full of disgusting bugs was far from pleasurable. Even so, he could survive with a smile because of the reward that came after. Kiaaik! Kiik! Wasps died and were reborn again and again. It was simr to a Mobius strip which kept going in an infinite loop. All he needed to do was look at the sight with his arms crossed. Even if he simply stood still now, the experience woulde. [The Giant Pill (C) has been dropped] [Level has risen!] [The Giant Pill (C) has been dropped] [Level has risen!] [The Giant...] [Level...] Looking at the constantly appearing status windows, Jin-hyuk had a thought. Anubis must be dying inside right now. W-what is this! Anubis eyes widened to the point where it seemed like they would explode. Clearly, his n had been made to eliminate this human. Even the strongest beings had fled from him when faced with an infinitely multiplying enemy. But For the Hive to be destroyed like this was something he couldnt imagine. This was the reason behind his shock. Is it possible he was trying to provoke me right from the start? Seeing how so many of the items that the human used were exactly of the right kind, there was no doubt. Everything had been at rap. Tremble A terrifying sound came from Anubis mouth. At the thought of having been a puppet in this humans hands, it felt as if his sense of reason would explode. He didnt even have the time to get angry now. All he could see was the constantly leveling-up Jin-hyuk. As time went on, the human would just get stronger. He had to decide, even if it was just a second faster. Damn it. The only way to prevent this disaster. Was Anubis spread out his palms and then closed his eyes tightly. [Anubis destroys the Hive!] Kwaang! The Hive inside the cube exploded. Is this how you react? Jin-hyuk, who had been enjoying this midday show, clicked his tongue. He knew that the sweet moment wouldntst forever. Yet, when the moment ended, he still felt a little sad. You! Anubis bared his teeth. They were white and looked strong enough to crush bones. But there was no need for fear. As long as the Hive was destroyed, the fight was done. I know you are angry, but you cannot show it on your face. You know you look ugliest when you make such an expression after a loss, right? Do you think you will be fine after acting like this? Yes. Safe? Even if Anubis continued to threaten Jin-hyuk, he would still be able to eat three meals a day and die after hitting the ripe old age of 100. Being short-lived and dying suddenly wasnt in his dictionary. Ahh! At Jin-hyuks impudent attitude, Anubis could no longer control his anger. Kwang! Kwang! The ground underneath him cracked from the pressure. Anubis was angry and wanted nothing but to kill the man in front of him. His reality of not being able to do anything was a grievous annoyance. You, you muste to the top, human! At that time, I will pluck off that head of yours with my own hands. I was going to go up even if you didnt tell me. Ah! Of course, my head will be fine in its original position, and if you pull it out like some robot head, I wont look good. Anubis was at a loss for words. The more he talked, the more stressed he got. Standing there only left him with an ever-increasing rage as every minute and second passed. Finally. Your face. I will remember it. With a short warning, Anubis destroyed the stone statue containing his soul. Kukuku! [The vessel of Anubis is destroyed!] The statues fragments crumbled to the ground and, at the same time [Conditions met!] [Anubis'' Judgment Acquisition Difficulty: Overrank Description: If you ask the target three questions and the target answers them, the condition of the skill is met. The target''s stats would be reduced by 50%, and activation of skills and unique abilities would be limited for 1 minute. However, the ability can only be used once on the same target and, if abused, might provoke the wrath of the Egyptian God.] [The vessel of Anubis is destroyed!] The ability was finally acquired. It was an ability that was ssified as overrank as it was a gods power. I got my Christmas present a little bit too early. He could halve the stats of his enemies with just three questions. A total scam ability! Although the ability had restrictions, it wouldnt be a problem if he used it correctly. It was then. [The gods of Egyptian mythology are interested in your existence.] [Some express strong hostility!] A red status window appeared. It seemed like Anubis couldnt stand being looked down on. Well, the burden on God must have gotten lighter. Tch. Jin-hyuk clicked his tongue. I will have to think about the upper flowers of the tower. First, I need to distribute the stat points. The priority now wasnt the gods but his self-growth and the 3rd-floor boss. He had reached level 18 aftering here. His free stat points were now up to 54. This was tremendous growth. This was the correct path. This kind of level was something that a ranker, someone who received generous support from arge guild, could barely attain after hunting in exclusively-controlled dungeons. He achieved it all by himself in just one day. Who would believe it? I need to think about where I should invest my stats.. As Jin-hyuk was about to bring up his stat window. Wong A window appeared that requested a call. This one is? Jin-hyuk frowned. The name on the screen was from Quite an unexpected person. Chapter 43: Swordsmans Proposal (1) Chapter 43: Swordsman''s Proposal (1) [Chun Yuseong requested a video call] [Are you sure you want to ept it?] A familiar name appeared on the screen, and Jin-hyuk answered it. Eh. You were alive? The demonic humans couldnt have been that weak but as expected for the top swordsman. You fucking idiot! Do you know how much trouble I have been through all night because of you!? I couldnt even sleep since I had to deal with those stalker bastards! Chun Yuseong yelled. I know. But I did it for you. You are good at everything else, but youck face-to-facebat experience. W-who are you to say that! Nobody, I just wanted to tell you about my feelings. Now I am sure youve learned how it feels to be chased by people. For real after you die, it will be hell for you. Ugh. Well, I cannot deny that. If he had to consider himself either a good or bad person, he was closer to evil. If he had to choose between heaven and hell Well, hell always sounded interesting. But It doesnt seem like you contacted me to just swear at me. What do you want? If he really was overly pissed about what happened, he wouldnt just be making a call. He would havee here wielding his sword. Having fought him more than 100 times over the years, Jin-hyuk understood this mans character better than anyone else. You are smart. Actually, I have a proposal for you. Did you bring up the story of demonic humans so I wouldnt reject the offer? Think however you want to. Fine, I will hear you out. Jin-hyuk nodded his head, and Chun Yuseong began his exnation. In an hour, an event will be held in the Awakened Association. yers of AA rank and higher, including me, are supposed to gather there. This A party? The times must be good. The attack on the boss is failing, and they are holding a party for everyone? That is why it is being held. What? Due to the sessive failures, people are anxious that the trust of the public in the Guilds and Association is about to fall. That is why they are aiming to show how strong and reliable yers they have. Hmm. Thats a nice way to do it. A battle between yers with different abilities. Raids or monster hunts often appeared on videos, but seeing a yer fighting live against another yer was a rarity. It wasnt a bad way to relieve the publics doubts, just like how the Roman Emperors of the past used to make diators fight in the colosseum. Right, well. Now that he could understand the intention. What does that have to do with me? I am not in AA rank or higher. The winner is given the choice of choosing between two things. A replica relic of his choice or Chun Yuseong lowered his voice, indicating that the second option was a huge deal. Or get a nomination to apply for a match against a yer who didnt participate in the event officially. Shit. That was ominous as hell. Jin-hyuk pressed his forehead. You want to fight me. Killing you is the reason I am climbing the tower. It would be perfect to do that in front of everyone. Wow, look who said he wasnt a fighter. Always with the same wish, maybe this guy was a true chuunibyou. But what if I refuse? Of course. Rejection will make you be branded as a coward, but it isnt like you are one to care about that. Then, I can refuse. I hate being bothered like that. Thank god. There was a way to reject the request. Just as he was about to sigh in relief. No. You cannot refuse. Chun Yuseong took out a ck ticket from his pocket. It was an unusual ticket at first nce, with golden letters embedded in it. What is that? An invitation from the ck market. If you have it, you can attend the auction in Las Vegas tomorrow at midnight. ? Chun Yuseong nodded while looking at Jin-hyuk. Right, this was it. Invitation to the ck market auctions wasnt something easy to obtain. There were rumors that they could only be received after passing strict conditions. The exact method was still unknown. And hes just gonna give that? Did he bring something appetizing to bait me in? Unlike the Coin Exchange that yers could use, cash was the main currency in the ck market. It was still an attractive ce for many people. Those who attended the auction would be using cash. They would use the items three days after that to attack the 4th floor. If he could get into the auction, he could secure better items. So if you dont win against me, youll hand over that ticket to me for free? Dont worry, that wont happen. Chun Yuseong put the ticket back into his pocket and said, Come in your best condition as I dont want to hear excuses after you lose. And the call ended. Until the very end, the guy acted like some kind of hero. On the way from the underground level to the Awakened Association. Jin-hyuk finished the work he couldnt do when he was down there. Name: Kang Jin-hyuk Gender: Male Age: 27 Level: 19 Strength 8 Agility 8 Stamina 8 Magic 41 Rift 100 Luck 10 Adaptability 10 Stat Points: 54 Coins: 2740 Unique Ability: Fusion, Sword grave, Blessing of the Stars, Anubis'' Judgment Skills: Lv4 ''Element of Fire'', Lv3 ''Eye of truth'', Lv3 ''Communion'', Lv3 ''Stigma on Soul'', Lv3 ''Monopolize'', Lv3 ''Shallow Breath'', Lv1 ''Ice Formation'', Lv1 ''Daylight'' 54 points Seeing this reinforced the feeling of just how crazy today had been. Jin-hyuk couldnt stop smiling as he reviewed his unique abilities and skills. In particr, Anubis Judgment, Daylight, and Ice Formation were skills he could use a lot in the future. Insane! There was no way his crazy growth could bepared to others. He then went back to reviewing his stats. Stats should be raised evenly. I should focus on things I havent invested in until now. It wasnt that increasing just one stat was bad, but in order to be prepared for many different situations, it would be better to have them at the same level. The higher you went up the tower, the higher the variety of anomalous climates and monsters would be. [Strength increased from 8 to 16.] [Agility increased from 8 to 16.] [Stamina increased from 8 to 16.] 8 points were invested in every stat. Then Jin-hyuk grabbed a stone that was on the ground and clenched it slightly. Crack! The stone split into two. His grip felt different, and thanks to his raised agility, he could fully grasp the movement of his whole body. I would only be able to feel the change in stamina in a prolonged battle, so I would have to check it then. Just as he was thinking that. [Congrattions! Your uploaded video has been selected as a ''Hot Issue.''] A golden status window shone in front of him. Oh? Was it already going around? He thought it would spread decently quickly, but since the quality of the content was good, it seemed to have spread faster than he expected. Jin-hyuk clicked on the video. He saw himself in the mask alongside Teresa, Patrick, and other rankers of the guilds. Of course, the demonic humans had been edited out since the purpose of the video wasnt to undermine the public image of the guilds. Even if he didnt add those kinds of things, he knew the video would get good views. -CryingHelin: Going for a boss without pay, alone? For real? -ScratchingVoiceandPantiesRubbing: Wow. I thought it was just skills, but he had personality too! -BeOrn: That man is so cool! He is purely thinking of the people. -kd1004: Are all the rankers watching this? Learn by seeing this. -ScienceofYasuo: But is it possible to defeat the boss solo? -NonsenseReader: If someone else said it, I would have doubted them but looking at the achievement of this yer till now, I think it might be possible. -SanityConfined: Somehow, I have confidence in him. -DimianPeter: Hyung! Reveal your face just once. Seriously, I will only ever upload videos of hyung! -HulktoHulk: 222222 -FallingThunder:3333333 The reaction was as expected. The topic involved a yer that everyone was curious about. And since such a talented person said he would attack the boss alone, the atmosphere had heated up. As if to support that, the viewer numbers were something he hadnt seen for a video of his for a long time. [Views: 50,536,988] That number was shocking because non-tower viewers only counted as one view per day. If it was 100 coins for 10,000 views, 50 million views would give him 500,000 coins. He would receive 50,000 coins due to the 90%mission fee. If it wasnt for that crazy 90%mission, we would earn a lot He couldnt help it since it was the system at work. This applied to all the yers and not him alone, anyway. Still, 50,000 coins is enough to make people lose sight of the goal. In Korea, there would be no one who had more. Even the rankers from overseas wouldnt have been able to collect more than 10,000 coins individually. Even users who upload videos daily to get hundreds of thousands of views wouldnt be able to dream of getting this many coins. Lets get the coins first. Jin-hyuk cashed out the payment as he arrived at his destination. The main gate of the Awakened Association. Chun Yuseong could be seen in a ck suit. What was that kind of outfit for a fight? Hopefully, he didnt mistake a fighting hall with a dancing ball. As Jin-hyuk shook his head, Chun Yuseong spotted him. You arete. His face looked like he was angry for having been made to wait for a long time. Late? We still have one minute before the time we agreed on. Jin-hyuk shrugged as he looked at Chun Yuseong. Hes be much stronger than when we met at the ruins. A sharp aura and a strong body. No wonder he wanted to fight again. Since he had achieved such growth, he must think he had a chance of winning. But Contrary to Chun Yuseongs wishes, the gap hadnt narrowed down at all. In fact, it was probablyrger now. This feels a bit bad. Even if they had spent the same amount of time and tried to use the same way of training, the result wouldnt change. All because the quality of information that the two of them were as different as the pr poles. And at that moment. Well, were you the one who Chun Yuseong was after? A lot sassier than I thought. A man withrge muscles that seemed like they would explode out of his shirt from any minor movement approached them in a suit. And he had a tattoo on his neck. A very well-known tattoo. Oh. Jin-hyuk thought in surprise. This was going to be interesting. Chapter 44: Swordsmans Proposal (2) Chapter 44: Swordsman''s Proposal (2) ck Cloud Guild. It was one of therger-scale guilds that aimed for third ce in Korea. They are far from normal. The ck Cloud Guilds recent rapid growth was based on its aggressive sales force. Its guild leader, Hong Deok-pyo, also had a few nasty rumors around him. In short, theyre bad guys. And this man had the tattoo of the ck Cloud, the trademark of the guild, on his skin. An acquaintance? Jin-hyuk asked Chun Yuseong. I have heard the name from a scout of the guild who offered to take me in. Ah Now everything made sense. He showed interest in Chun Yuseong as the guild wanted him. And, of course, this single goal-oriented man must have rejected the offer right away. In any case, the swordsman who doesnt leave room for boredom was good. The man asked again, Eh. I asked you. Are you Chun Yuseong or whatever he was? Right. I am Chun Yuseong. As expected. I was told to look for a dark face that looked like shit, and I was right. I am Jong Do-hyun of the ck Cloud Guild. Jong Do-hyun introduced himself. Is it an offer to join the guild? I already answered the scout. I know. I just heard about it. Then we have no reason to talk anymore. True, but it is annoying that a new rookie with just an AA rank is rejecting an offer from our guild. This time, I n to make you ept it by force. You Youre trying to force me? Chun Yuseong looked at him with a face that seemed like he couldntprehend the statement. Ugh. Unlike your look, you seem to have some gangster in you. Jong Do-hyun showed his teeth, and both began to leak out killing intent in an instant. Psss! Magic from both sides collided, and dust flew up from the ground. Their hands then moved Towers the weapons on their waist. And at that moment. Dont overdo it, and keep your weapons sheathed. Youre not stupid enough to fight in front of the association, right? Jin-hyuk intervened. He is the one who picked a fight! Chun Yuseong protested like a child. It was because he knew well that fighting here wouldnt do any good. ck Kuak! Chun Yuseong pushed his sword back into his sheath. On the other side, Jong Do-hyun looked at Jin-hyuk with an evaluation look. What are you? What? I came to cheer for this guy because I knew he was participating. Cheer? Not to participate but cheer? I didnt get an invitation. Ha if you didnt get an invitation, it means your rank is low, right? It is F. My personal favorite alphabet. As Jin-hyuk calmly responded, Jong Do-hyun smiled at the ridiculousness of this all. Clench! As his joint loosened, the muscles that had seemed ready to explode were moving bizarrely. If you came to cheer, you should be quietly pping your hands from the corner. How dare a mere F-rank try to block my way? This guy would be dead already if this had been inside the tower instead of the association. But considering they were outside, perhaps just a finger or two would be fine. As he thought about it At that moment, he was about to swing a magic-filled fist. He is my prey! Chun Yuseong, who had been watching closely, shouted aloud. Srng! The sword he drew out was shining brightly. [Chun Yuseong Lv6 Soul Chasing Sword Qi activated!] As expected. As if waiting for this, Jong Do-hyun turned toward Chun Yuseong. And blue light shed from his fists. It was an enhanced skill that could turn rocks into powder in one hit. Ill even shatter that sword like chopsticks! And that was it. That was thest thing Jong Do-hyun remembered. Woong! A 2-meter tall hulk of a man copsed to the ground. Since the handle of a dagger had dug deeply into his temple, his consciousness was blown away. Now it is finally quiet. Jin-hyuk retrieved the dagger with a simple hand gesture. And. Chun Yuseong, who had witnessed it all, became silent. Then, with aplicated expression, he dispersed the magic on his sword and ced it back into its sheath. That movement just now No matter how careless the opponent had been, Jin-hyuk had managed to hit such a vital point in a short window of time. It was so fast that he couldnt see it despite focusing on his movement. Jong Dohyun wouldnt have even been aware of what happened to him. Damn it. Chun Yuseong clenched his fists. After parting from the ruins, he focused on getting stronger without resting for a minute. He went into thebyrinth that extended time and practiced hard. Facing numerous monsters, he continued to ovee his limits. Yet. Just why?! Does it feel like the gap between him and me hasnt narrowed even in the slightest? This was impossible! No, this could not be. No matter how many times he thought it over He just couldnt think of any scenario where he would be able to respond to that kind of surprise attack. What are you so shocked about? Hurry up and get inside before others see this. You said we are out of time, right? yes. Chun Yuseong walked forward with heavy steps. The 13th-floor training hall of the Awakened Association. The entire floor was made of magic stones and a special alloy that could absorb magic. It was a ce where yers could run wild. Kakang! Kang! Kang! The sound of shing des echoed. It was a battle format that involved 24 yers, a Battle Royale. Because of this, all kinds of unique abilities and skills were used. Haha. Park-hyung. Why do I think your body is moving sluggishly? Arent you relying on your abilities too much? I am still warming up, you brat. Now you will get nervous. Be careful if you dont want to meet the healer on the 5th floor. Was it because only yers with high ranks were here? Most of them seemed to know each other. And they were even speaking while running around the floor. It was because of the connection they had with the game. Of course, that didnt mean they wouldnt fight. They just wont kill each other. With pride and honor at stake, they would do their best. At the same time. Even in the audience, rankers from each guild and officials from broadcasting stations were watching. This seems quite a high level. Right. I think the public will like this. However, it is a temporary measure, and we need to break through the 3rd floor soon. Several voices were speaking about various topics, though most covered the subject of the future of humankind. But not everyone was like that. No matter if the future of humankind was at stake, some only prioritized increasing the power of their guild. People sitting in the center of the audience nced over at a person with hawk-like eyes. Hong Deok-pyo, the only S ss and Guild Master of the ck Cloud, was here. There were also scouts from the guild who hade with him. The duo over there seems quite nice. A scout pointed to an old man who wielded mes and a young female summoner. The woman was in charge of defense with her summoned beasts. The older man would then use his mes to pressure their opponent as soon as any gap appeared. It was a perfect connection that seemed to have been built over a long partnership. However, Hong Deok-pyo ignored those words. It was because he already had his eye on a specific yer. Chun Yuseong. good. A slim but strong physique. That energy that made people go cold, strong enough that it could be felt from afar. It seems like there are loopholes in the awakening test. There was no way that he could just be AA rank. No matter how tiny the possibility, it didnt feel like he fit in the A category at all. Hong Deok-pyo himself has already felt delighted by seeing the man wield the sword a few times here. It is understandable he didnt want to join. Ah, hyung! Are you seriously saying that? Actually, I was able to bring him down, but then some worm hit me in the back of my head! Jong Do-hyun was furious. Do you think an F rank would dare do that? Y-You do not believe me? How can I believe you failed because of such a small worm? Ha. It is frustrating, for real. Id rather be sent down so I can clean up that trash and make Chun Yuseong kneel down to me! Ssh! Is it time for the fight yet? Ill pay attention to the interviews which wille up. Jong Do-hyun didnt participate in the match because of the press conference at the end of the spectacle. Among those who awakened, one in 500,000 would be able to get an AAA ranking. Considering the growth rate in the Tower of Trials, Jong Do-hyun had the talent to rise to S ss in the next 3 years. And if it was known that such a person was in a guild The status of that guild was bound to rise. I spent a lot of money to get it done. You understand, right? Do not worry. I will do it right. Jong Do-hyun smiled. At a spot not far from the ck Cloud Guild. Jin-hyuk yawned as he watched the matches. What was this a joke? Even if it was a match with no actual risk to life, this all seemed so dull. Wasnt the only good thing he could see here the Min Jung-woo and Lee Yuri pair he had met in the National Museum of Korea? It is nice to see them after a while. The two of them seemed to have been stimted from their fight back then and had improved their skills. However, the rest made him want to ask what they were up to in the Tower of Trials. Well, the reaction from the people around him was too positive for him to be the only person swearing. At this level, the future seemed bright to the people there. It was very bothersome. Was he supposed to say that this was the level the world epted, but his friend Elise would burst outughing at seeing? Damn it, if this happens, Chun Yuseong will win. Jin-hyuk sighed a little while looking at the guy running rampant in the fighting area. He thought the invitation was given to strong prospects, but this seemed strange. Even if all of the yers in the arena worked together, they wouldnt be able to scratch Chun Yuseong. And to support this thought. Chun Yuseong immediately began to subdue the other yers. Kuak! Kua. yers who suffered minor wounds began to surrender. They knew the skill gap was too much, and most didnt want to get in trouble. Even if they could read the swords movement, they couldnt do anything, and, in the end, 15 minutes was all that was needed for all the yers to be knocked out. Ah, we have the winner! The staff stammered as the result was announced. p! Immediately apuse began toe from the audience. It was proof that the guild officials in the audience were impressed by this. Congrattions, yer Chun Yuseong. Then, from one of the two rewards, replica and There is no need for a replica. All I want is an opponent. Chun Yuseong interrupted the staff, which made the audience roar in excitement. As expected. A strong person will want to fight instead of an item Amazing. I hope our guild gets him. Who the hell would want to fight with such a man? It must be one of the guild masters. That was everyones thoughts. If such a strong monster had an opponent he wanted to face, it had to be a top ranker from Korea. Was it going to be the Dangun Guild? Or someone from the Fathers of Fighting? Or was it the Yoo family who was renowned for being at the peak of martial arts in Korea? Or someone from the mercenaries who didnt have a guild affiliation? Just as all sorts of spections began to bubble up. Come out. Chun Yuseong pointed his sword at a man in the audience. Chapter 45: Swordsmans Proposal (3) Chapter 45: Swordsman''s Proposal (3) Thats right! He sees the real deal! Of course, it is me! It was Jong Do-hyun who jumped up from his seat. He must have thought he was being pointed to because of what he had done in front of the association building. And Dumbass. He didnt call for you. Hong Deok-pyo, who was next to him, grabbed Jong Do-hyun by the wrist and pulled him down. Uh? Hyung? Jong Do-hyun asked a question but wasnt answered. Instead, he stared at Chun Yuseong. Right, if it is his level, he would want to fight a strong guy like me. He could understand that. Because he, too, would be thrilled to find a strong opponent. I like this more and more. When he first heard about Chun Yuseong, he wanted to see more of him. When he heard how Jong Do-hyeon described him, he wanted the man under any conditions. However, Only as he saw these actions did he be convinced that he needed to get this man. If he couldnt get him alive, then he would get him by killing him. I will let my body loose after a long time. Hong Deok-pyo took off his suit, exposing his muscles through the white shirt. But Chun Yuseong, who raised his sword, didnt lower it down. What? As his thoughts began to race, Hong Deok-pyo frowned. No? Upon closer inspection, the direction the tip of the sword was pointed towards was slightly different. It was not aimed at Jong Do-hyun or himself but was instead a little more to the right. There sat a man with an annoyed expression on his face. Phew. After a long moment, the man sighed as he got up. And so everyone acknowledged just who the opponent would be. Who is he? Not Hong. Was it someone else? Who? I dont know him Look into the database right now. A loudmotion rose in the crowd as the guild officials began to search for information. At least the man was inside the association building, which meant that he had at least passed the awakening test. Of course, there would be information about him avable. [yer Kang Jin-hyuk, F rank] After a moment, they were able to confirm the information. No. F rank? N-No he called an F ss now? He didnt seem that way, but maybe this man likes to bully weak people? Themotion grew louder. Something that made no sense was happening as Jong Do-hyun shouted. H-hyung! That is the man! The one who hit me in the back of my head! What? Didnt I say that a guy was with Chun Yuseong? It is that guy who hit me! Him? Hong Deok-pyo looked at Jin-hyuk. And Jin-hyuk looked at him at the same time, allowing their eyes to meet. I dont know why Chun Yuseong has pointed at you, but if you can figure out a way, reject the offer. This is no ce for someone like you. Cold and realistic words. People around Hong Deok-pyo agreed to it as well. Right. The skill level should match. The fight will end in less than a second. Would you be happy if it just ended? If even the slightest amount of magic was put into that sword, the F rank would be cut in two. Well, no matter how much security is set in the fight, unexpected idents can happen. Hed be lucky if he escaped without serious injuries. If he was unlucky, then he might die out there. This was amon thought shared by everyone there. But despite the advice, Jin-hyuk began to descend towards the arena. Phew. With a face full of annoyance. The arena wasid out with various weapons. Jin-hyuk reached the bottom and picked up a long sword from the floor. It was light in weight and well bnced. Please, I beg of you, if you lose again this time, stop this. Seriously man. Id appreciate it if you stop this. You are talking like I will lose. Are you saying that after watching the fights? Um. It sure seems like you have improved your skills. Trained hard? Those muscles seemed solid. How many hours did he work out? They were so well-toned that he wanted to ask what kind of supplements he took. He wasnt on steroids, right? Is that the only thing? Ah, I also thought getting this kind of invitation would be such a hassle. Chun Yuseongs face wrinkled in anger. At the same time, the concentration of magic on the sword changed. Psss! [Chun Yuseong Lv6'' Soul Chasing Sword Qi'' activated!] A chilly-cold blue aura. The qi and the killing intent, which were suppressed until then, were now merged. Jrit! Jin-hyuk felt his skin tingle at the pressure. The things he was showing off in the fights till now was just him saving strength. It was like he was holding back his strength for the right time. Everything is fine, but this is a friendly match right? Didnt the atmosphere feel like he was in a Colosseum? Where the rule was to fight until one died. If you get an invitation to fight, you fight, right? Chun Yuseong took his stance and extended his sword. He moved his right foot and lowered his center of gravity. He was nning to close the distance between them immediately. Kukuku! The floor that was made of magic stone was vibrating. O-Oh my He is seriously trying to do that! Shit. Call the guards! That guy will get killed! Those who were watching this screamed. Chun Yuseong, who didnt care about the audience, began to release more energy. But at that moment. Woong! A new kind of magic enveloped the entire arena. A magical force that was iparable to Chun Yuseong appeared. An ominous and ugly ck energy. [Unique Ability'' Sword Grave'' is activated!] Kwakwakwang! The energy didnt just wholly envelop the long sword. Even the air was shaken as the aura that covered the de extended its length by a meter. Huh! S-sword energy! Insane. What kind of F rank can do that? It is perfected sword energy, not a half-developed one. Only a handful of yers in the world can reach that kind of level. It was natural for the audiences reaction to be one of shock. Even Hong Deok-pyo looked shocked. I cannot believe this. All of the officials from the various guilds gulped from their seats. Ba-dump! Ba-dump! Their hearts were beating quickly. They collectively understood that this could be a match that could change their lives. In the heated atmosphere, Jin-hyuk asked. Do you think sword qi would work? You must have forgotten what happened at the ruins? Oveing the difference in ability was by no means an easy task. This was especially true when it came to the sword. Obviously, sword qi cannot withstand sword energy. But But it is something that one can try to make up. And at that moment. Psss! Anotheryer of sword qi was oveid on top of Chun Yuseongs sword. One. Two seven times The qiyered over the sword as if it was wearing multipleyers of armor. Ohh. Jin-hyuk frowned. Indeed, he could do the same with sword energy and make itst a while. The issue was that it consumed more magic and stamina. Rather than a prolonged fight, he aims to end this in one shot. He would be able tost for perhaps three or so minutes. Anything over that would be challenging. He could win this by just allowing the time to pass. Jin-hyuks eyes turned to the long sword in his hand. He could already see the de starting to crack. Right, that was how it should be. No normal sword can handle so much sword energy. People might link him with the masked man if he fought with his dagger. That was why he had chosen this weapon on purpose. Thanks to this, the time limit applied for both of them. Here Ie! The first move was made by Chun Yuseong. Kwang! He instantlyunched himself off the ground at a speed that narrowed the distance. His sword was aimed forward towards Jin-hyuks neck. Jin-hyuk met that sword head-on. Kwaang! A strong wind filled the arena as the swords collided due to the pressure that both des generated. It was fast and terrifying. Kwang! Kwang! A series of constant shes were made. Chun Yuseongs speed was so quick that his swords movement couldnt be seen by the naked eye. Jin-hyuk resisted each of those attacks. The air was filled with shes of lights and sparks as their swords shed. Kkuk! Intense bursts of magic exploded out with each blow. Even the magic stone floor of the arena couldnt withstand it. Phew, man. This is so scary that I almost have blisters on my palms. Can we end it now? No it hasnt started yet. Chun Yuseongs sword became red. Those were theyers that he had built upon his sword. 2nd form! A zingly hot red energy filled the stadium. The Soul Chasing me Emperor. The second form of the Soul Chasing Sword technique. The power to burn all the enemies in front of him. Jin-hyuk could feel the intense heat. This brat is too gifted. He was already capable of using the second form of a sword technique. It wasnt perfect by any means. Still, just being able to use it was already a significant achievement. Puak! Seven red petals bloomed, which made things dangerous. Jin-hyuk realized immediately that he should never attack those things head-on. And then Jin-hyuk released the Sword Grave. And he used the magic he had filled the sword with to activate a different skill. [Ice Formation is activated!] Countless ice particles appeared, generating a rectangr shield. Chun Yuseongs eyes twitched. It was probably due to embarrassment as he had not expected such a skill to get used. But it onlysted for a moment. No matter what happens, dont be surprised, dont. Chun Yuseong kept telling that to himself and swung the petals that were in full bloom. Pung! Ice and fire collided head-on. Completely pr opposites. However, in terms of skill perfection, Chun Yuseong had the upper hand. Done! Chun Yuseong smiled. Arge amount of vapor began to fill the air, obscuring his view. But he could feel the shield of ice copsing. But !? The moment that he was confident of victory. [''Daylight'' is activated!] A ray of light flickered through the vapor. It wasnt an ice skill. Another skill had been activated. Kuk! Chun Yuseong took a deep breath. Never never be surprised! The following scene made him feel like he was about to drown in despair. [Chun Yuseong activates Lv6'' Sword Veil''] He activated a defensive skill. At the same time Kwakwakwkawang! The light that moved unerringly straight prated through the magic stone and walls of the stadium. Chik! Ugh Chun Yuseongs body shook violently. Smoke was rising from his body. Because the attack had been controlled, he didnt lose his life. But it still didnt make sense that even his defensive skill was prated. You how many skills do you have.? Words that he could barely speak. And with that. Thud! Chun Yuseong lost his bnce and fell. Chapter 46: Press Conference (1) Chapter 46: Press Conference (1) The entire stadium was plunged into silence. Everyone there was at a loss for words because of the unexpected result. Those watching had been surprised twice today. The first surprise was Chun Yuseongs ability to utterly crush yers of the same rank. The second was because of the appearance of a monster they couldnt defeat even with all their might. A truly overpowering power. That man was still standing alone on the arena floor. How many minutes had passed? It was someones word that broke the silence. To be precise, it was a quietly uttered curse. Fuck! Someone couldnt control their urge to swear due to the abnormality of this situation. That curse let loose the flow of conversation. Look, see that? My eyes almost popped out. What kind of magic skills did he use? Theres no way to reach that level by just learning it. He smashed through the magic stone that had been put up for protection and broke through the outer wall too! Is he even human? Isnt it more usible that a boss monster from a higher floor decided toe down? I still cant make myself believe this. Shit. Is this a dream or reality? In that chaotic atmosphere. Jin-hyuk approached two people who were standing next to the stage. Hasnt it been a while? Jin-hyuk smiled brightly. .. right. It is the first time we have met after the museum. Ah Min Jung-woo and Lee Yuri flinched. The memories of them being utterly trampled at the museum came rushing back. Actually, the first one is just blood, but we cannot be stuck in the past forever, right? Hmm. I dont want to be like that either. To be honest, I dont think I will ever be able to survive if I met you as an enemy. S-same here. The two nodded at the same time. Then, to have a better rtionship in the future, let me ask one thing. If possible, I would like Miss Lee Yuri, who is a summoner, to work hard for my sake. What? Youre asking me? Yes. It doesnt matter if you dont want to do it. Then Of course. Jin-hyuks eyes were opened wide. If you are thinking about putting our rtionship in the toilet and flushing it down, youll say no. ! Lee Yuris eyes trembled. Its fine to say no; you have a choice. And if you refuse the offer, you never know what might happen. If only I can No, I will definitely listen to you. Thank you. Jin-hyuk gave Yuri instructions on what he needed her to do. It was a task that needed to bepleted in order to attack the boss. At the same time, it was an item that Lee Yuri would have an easier time preparing. When do you need it done? Day after tomorrow. When you have it done, send everything to this address. Y-you want so many things done in 2 days? Why? Not possible? No, no. I can do it. Lee Yuri was in tears as she took the note that Jin-hyuk handed her. Then, please. And as Jin-hyuk was about to leave. This? Jin-hyuk turned his head as he caught something in his senses. Above! Thud! A man with arge body had jumped off from the audience stands. It was Jong Do-hyun whom he had met in front of the office. This is surprising. The guy I thought was a cheerleader has this much power. If you are here for a fight, you havee to the wrong person, and my body is too loose right now. I wont be able to control my strength. Jin-hyuk sighed. And he viewed the status window of the other party with the Eyes of Truth. Name: Jong Do-hyun Gender: Male Age: 33 Level: 21 Strength 40 Agility 17 Stamina 18 Magic 8 Stat Points: 0 Coins: 8,535 upation: Giant Wrestler Unique Ability: Giant''s Power Skills: Lv5 Giant''s Grasp, Lv5 Giant''s Shield, Lv5 Slow Pain, Lv5 Deep Breathing, Lv4 Despite the Weak [Copy Conditions: The current subject approached you with a conspiracy in mind. If you can understand his intentions, you can copy the Giant''s Grasp among the target''s skills.] a conspiracy? Did that mean this wasnt just him trying to pick a fight? No, before that, how could the system know what is happening inside the mind of another yer? Jin-hyuk frowned at the uniquely different copying conditions, but he didnt have much time. Unraveling the Tower of Trials and its secrets was something for another time. There was no time to worry about problems that had no immediate answer. Wow. Dont stare at me like this. I am not here to fight. Jong Do-hyun raised his palms towards the suspicious Jin-hyuk. It was as if he wasmunicating that he had no intention to fight. Then, why bother a person? I think we will see each other more in the future so I wanted to say good luck. Jong Do-hyun was saying strange things while asking for a handshake, but Jin-hyuk didnt return it. Wishing him good luck? My ass. A person who only knew how to look down on others could never act like a gentleman. As the system said, he must have an ulterior motive. Jin-hyuks brain began to spin. Although clearly inferiorpared to Chun Yuseong, Jong Do-hyun was of a fairly high level. So why hadnt he fought here? And unlike the other guilds, why did the Guild Master of the ck Clouds Guilde here personally? It must be because there is a reason toe here. He didnt know what it was, but he was sure it was important as he looked at Jong Do-hyun. Behind that mask of calm, he could see anger and an inferiorityplex. He definitely wasnt here to make friends. Instead He wanted to show off what he could do. This act of shaking hands, Jong Do-hyuns unique ability, Giants Power. A yer that was saved instead of being sent to a fight, and a guild master who was anxious for his guilds growth. The pieces of the puzzle were definitely here. And finally, A sh of insight appeared in Jin-hyuks head like a lightning bolt. Right. There are reporters here. A guild master who was afraid of a rookie appearing out of nowhere and stealing the spotlight. As a response, he sent Jong Do-hyun. He didnt know for sure. Jong Do-hyun was someone who had superior strengthpared to most yers. A newbie who came in and received attention being pushed around by a person with only physical strength? That would lower Jin-hyuks image and increase his own value. That seems right. It wasnt a bad method, either. That is if the opponent isnt me. And as he made his conclusion. Tring! Tring! A chime that seemed to prove his hypothesis right. Status windows appeared one after another, confirming that the copy conditions had been achieved. [The copy condition has been met.] [You have acquired the skill ''Giant''s Grasp'' (B)] [Giant''s Grasp Acquisition Difficulty: B Description: You are able to use the power of a Giant. In particr, your grip strength will increase dramatically, and you can exert a force of up to 10 times your body weight.] As expected. His conclusion was correct. He was up to something. But this was what made it fun. Jin-hyuks face broke into a broad smile, and he used the unique ability he had acquired underground. [Unique Ability ''Anubis'' Judgment'' is activated!] Woong! The air around them swirled. The skills user needed to ask three questions, and the subject needed to answer all three for the conditions to be satisfied. Is this handshake representing the entire ck Cloud Guild? Jin-hyuk asked the first question, Of course. Deok-pyo hyung is also interested in you. It seems that you arent with a guild yet, so if you join us, we will give you special treatment. Special treatment He was good at talking about shit that he didnt care about. Clearly knowing the intent behind it made every word sound disgusting. However, he couldnt express it as the answer was already made. I am actually in dire need of that. If I sign up, do I get a huge down payment? Like something where sports stars get paid in advance during a transfer season? Puahaha! Well, isnt it obvious? Just tell me the amount, and we will give everything to you. The second question was answered. This was why Anubis Judgment was such a scam. The conditions could be met with just trivial questions. Above all, he liked the fact that, unless a person was way too intelligent, they wouldnt even notice this skill was activated. He would have to give a reasonable amount of time between uses to not provoke the Gods again. I will consider it. Jin-hyuk reacted to Jong Do-hyuns words. And like that, their hands met. Caught you! A mischievous smile formed on Jong Do-hyuns lips. Finally, the target took the bait. No matter how good you are with swords and magic, your strength is weak. He could create the best result if he hits the target like this during a press conference. The reporters, who saw them shaking their hands, began to approach. With both camera and phone. All the eyes there are focused on the two of them. Who are you? If we look at the tattoo, it looks like someone belonging to the ck Cloud Guild? Oh! Oh! Looks Like they are trying to recruit that yer before the other guilds. This is aplete scoop we need to catch. It is a meeting between arge guild and a prospective ranker we won the top article. Perfect timing! [Jong Do-hyun activates Lv5'' Giant''s Grasp''!] Jong Do-hyuns forearms began to bulge. His human hands were now filled with the power of a giant that could crush even steel. But Uh? The face of the opponent whose hand he was holding distorted slightly in pain. Brr. The hands that were holding to each other trembled. It was a sign that both hands were bnced in strength. It couldnt be Does this mean his strength is on par with mine? That was absurd. He had never heard of this kind of perfect all-around yer in this field. Yet, no matter how much he clenched his hand, the bnce of strength wasnt broken. It was as if his opponent had the same ability. At that time Last question. Jin-hyuk slowly asked. Kuak! Fuck. What now? Jong Do-hyun, whose face was red, managed to answer. Did you think that you would have the upper hand if it was simply strength? Of course not! A lousy bastard like you and me kuak! The moment Jong Do-hyun answered the question, the bnce of power copsed. Did the opponent get stronger? No. It wasnt that. It was he who weakened Me? It was hard to believe, but his unique ability and skills were suddenly sealed. Crack! The pressure on his hand began to exceed the limit that he could tolerate. It will break. By this point, all of his fingers had gone numb. Let go let go! Uh? Why? Does it hurt? Jin-hyuk smiled. Kuak! Dont be shy. It looks like you have confidence in your strength, but trust in size is just a sign of a fool. Enough, enoughhh! In the end, Jong Do-hyun bent his knee in pain. Any thought of ying around with Jin-hyuk had vanished. All he wanted to do now was to get out of this terrible pain. Puak! Jong Do-hyun swung his fist. It was more an act of desperation than an attack. Of course. Such attacks wont work. The punch hit Jin-hyuk in the stomach. . But it ended with that. Kwang! A fist moved like lightning in reply and pierced through Jong Do-hyuns abdomen. Kuaaak! His body felt utterly broken, and he coughed up blood as a result. However, Jin-hyuk didnt stop there. It was because he was nning to trample this guypletely and show Hong Deok-pyo. But at that moment. Psss! An unfamiliar magic intervened. Chapter 47: Press Conference (2) Chapter 47: Press Conference (2) From behind! It was a ranged attack! Jin-hyuk reflexively moved his body as a red sh of light appeared. Kwang! Arge crater appeared at the spot where Jin-hyuk had just been. How dare. You make Do-hyun like that? Do you know how much work I put into this day? Hong Deok-pyo shouted from his seat in the audience. His cherished young talent was supposed to be the hero of this day. Instead, he had lost his hidden card and was made to kneel down in front of a newbie. Hong Deok-pyo, who had turned white, grunted. At the same time, terrifying energy rose from Hong Deok-pyos body. Kukuku! Magic was causing the entire floor to shake. Ho. After all, S rank was S rank, right? However, unlike the other yers, his magic management was quite good. There was markedly less waste of magic. Although hecked actual usage sense, he was someone who could grow if he trained well for 3 years. Jin-hyuk activated the Eye of Truth again. Name: Hong Deok-pyo Gender: Male Age: 41 Level: 34 Strength 38 Agility 33 Stamina 20 Magic 15 Stat Points: 1 Coins: 25,850 upation: Berserker Unique Ability: Blood Demon Qi Skills: Lv5 Frenzy, Lv5 Blood Coagtion, Lv4 Strengthen Whole Body, Lv4 Identify Enemy, Lv4 Decapitate [Copy Condition: Take away what Hong Deok-pyo values the most. If you do that, you can copy the unique ability.] After reading the copy conditions, Jin-hyuk felt his heart beat quickly. Ba-dump! Ba-dump! Thats right, this excitement from the sensation of Fusion. To use the abilities that other people had worked so hard to get. If it is his most precious thing It was pretty obvious. He already knew the answer. Jin-hyuk opened his mouth again. I know you are angry, but can we not put the fight aside? Why? Are you afraid now? No, I am afraid that if someone who is a Guild Master gets smashed in front of so many people, it will be offensive. T-this fucking bastard! I will crush you down to your bones! Hong Deok-pyo kicked off from the ground. Kwang! The chairs he had sat on were smashed as he appeared near Jin-hyuk instantly. He could see red energy swirling around a 2-meter-long sword. This was a different sword technique. Blood Demon Qi. A heterogeneous ability that used blood spurted out. [Unique ability ''Sword Grave'' is activated!] Jin-hyuk, too infused magic into his sword. Psss! Sword energy gushed out from his de once more as he lowered his center of gravity. And at that very moment. Kwang! Two energies collided. Dark red sparks bounced in all directions. Kwakwakwang! The ground began to crack, creating a pattern simr to spider webs. Oh! As expected of Guild Master Hong? This magic. Just looking at it gives me chills. Look at the energy on the sword. Ive only ever seen it in a video. Who knew we would see it in real life? The reporters were all shocked. However, as the battle continued, a strange feeling settled among the crowd. Something was odd. It was the female reporter who realized the strangeness. When I see that Guild Master Hong is using magic like this just how is that man holding up on the other side? As she asked this question, the other reporters came to a realization. It really was happening. Even though Hong Deok-pyo was using his trademark skills. I-is that so? I was so lost in thought that I didnt realize it! Oh my. I knew he was great, but on par with an S ss? In their eyes, Jin-hyuk seemed to have simr skills as Hong Deok-pyo. Of course. The two who were fighting werent of the same level. At least those who shared their swords were in a state of mixed joy due to this battle. Kuak! Hong Deok-pyo frowned. It was because he was the one being pushed back. One-sidedly at that. No he is stronger than me? Such nonsense. He was the man who had stopped the breath of the monster Colossus on the 2nd floor. He, who was the proud leader of the towers right-wing raid team, was being pushed by some F-rank newbie? It was impossible. But. The sharp pain in his shoulder and wrist proved that he was weaker. Isnt it hard already? If it is really hard, should I take it easy? Jin-hyuk fixed his sword path with light movements. Dont make meugh. I havent even used all my skills yet. Howe your voice is trembling despite such brave words? Hong Deok-pyo closed his lips tightly. No matter how strong he was, he should already know that the end result would be bad if this continued. However, if he tucked in his tail now, he would be disgraced in front of everyone here. That would be a situation that could not be undone. At that moment. Kiik! The door that led to the room opened. [Han Sang-jin Lv4 Arbitration activated.] A power to calm the excitement inside. It was a skill possessed by Han Sang-jin, the President of the Korea Awakened Association. President! What? Wasnt it known that he wouldnt be attending the event? Look there! At the entrance was a middle-aged man in a ck suit. Jin-hyuk frowned. Is this the man who leads the awakened people? A middle-aged man with a sharp beard and not a fake this time. The atmosphere around him felt like he was a man with responsibility. President Han Sang-jin! You came! This man turned a yer of our guild into rags! A prospective AAA rank! Hong Deok-pyo shouted. However, the man responded to theint with a broad smile. Haha. Well. It can be like that when youpete, Guild Master Hong, please understand. Uh? It isnt some childs fight. Ah, I am a little busy at the moment, so if you can, please excuse me. W-wait a moment! Hong Deok-pyo wanted to shout, but the man ignored him and walked to Jin-hyuk. Nice to meet you, Mr. Kang Jin-hyuk. I am Han Sang-jin, in charge of the Korea Awakened Association. Do you know me? Actually, I didnt know about you until 20 minutes ago. But then I got an urgent call from Manager Park, who is in charge of this event, that said that I had toe and see this for myself. Of course, since there was effectively a riot, the news must have been delivered to Han Sang-jin. Unexpected surprises had happened here. So we did an investigation on our side the past ranking of Mr. Kang Jin-hyuk was checked. What should I say? There was something special about it. Han Sang-jin said. Right. The reporters all gulped. Finally, the reason why Jin-hyuk, who was ranked F despite being strong, was about to be revealed. Congrattions on receiving Koreas 16th S ss. And I would like to take this chance and apologize for you receiving the wrong rank due to our mistake. It wasnt a long conversation, but the contents were shocking. Huh?! S S rank? Is that person S rank? Oh my were seeing a new S ss? It was natural for the A rank yers to have a hard time. They were no match! The reporters all began to exim in shock. Right, that was how it should be. This was a world where 6 million Korean people had taken the test. It was the result of the Awakened Association sessfully operating 32 branches. The result had only yielded 15 S-ss yers. Moreover, considering that most of the people who took the test were in their 20s to 40s, it meant that all of the prominent S-ss newbies were from Korea. Camera shes began to fill the air. Take a picture! Kang Jin-hyuk. Right. He is Kang Jin-hyuk. I just heard his name! Get the reporters first. The details need to be told. We need to release this article! Call all the people in the press conference right here. What? Interview with the ck Cloud Guild? Huh! Does that matter now? We have an S ss! Throw away that ande for this! All the attention was on Jin-hyuk. With cheers and apuse, everyone in the event room celebrated the birth of a new S ss. T-this what fucking Hong Deok-pyos expression contorted. Kua Kuak! Jong Do-hyun was filled with hatred. Damn it, but we have to rectify this situation. Hong Deok-pyo wiped the sweat off his head. This felt like someone was pouring molten iron down his throat. W-wait! Reporters! Actually, this time our ck Cloud Guild has prepared to attack the tower, and I can tell you in advance the special! Ah. We apologize. We wille back for an interview. I will always support Guild Master Hong, and what? AAA rank yer? Sure it is amazing! T haha. Next time we will definitely catch you up on the story. I just dont feel that good now. Even the few reporters that hadgged behind rushed for Jin-hyuk. In just 3 hours, many things had changed. [Koreas 16th S ss] [The extra strong newbie that the President of the Awakened Association came to personally notify.] [Love calls are pouring in from therge-scale guilds. What will the next move of Mr. Kang Jin-hyuk be?] Amidst the news which kepting in, the media covered stories about Jin-hyuk. This wasnt a bad feeling. Most of all, he liked the S ss announcement that was made exactly as he wanted. Jin-hyuk smiled at the videos being uploaded. [True Education of those who were ignorant of the S ss.] This was a video of him smashing Jong Do-hyun. Ironically, the videos number of views was almost the same as the video that announced his S ss. -Illumination: but isn''t it a bit too much to cough blood after just one hit? -pplmost1124: Yep. To be honest, even a regr Korean soldier can handle being hit in the stomach. -Wasabitfavlortoothpaste: No. After seeing that, I asked my nuna to hit me, and when I woke up, it was the next day. -YasuoCarry: Your nuna has to be an S ranker too. Hahaha! The reaction was hot. The ck Cloud Guild must have suffered a fatal blow with this incident. You reap what you sow, so this is your own doing. As long as he could copy those twos unique abilities and skills, he had no interest in going around and destroying guilds. Puak! Jin-hyuk buried his back into the soft chair. The corners of his lips rose up in a smile. As expected. Being first ss was great. This is why everyone is trying for a higher rank. With the special attention given by the Association President Han Sang-jin, Jin-hyuk was able to get a free flight trip to Las Vegas. It was also a first-ss seat which cost over 10 million won one way. He had an invitation to the ck market from Chun Yuseong, and he agreed to take care of the matters in Korea with Lee Taemin. All he had to do now was rx and focus on his work in America. But it was just as he settled in. [The man in front of you be careful.] Elise, who had been silent in the ring, spoke for the first time. Chapter 48: Black Market (1) Chapter 48: ck Market (1) Be careful? What are you talking about? Jin-hyuk lowered his voice. [That guy. He smells weird. Should I describe it as unpleasant and disgusting? Unlike you, it''s a scent I don''t want to eat even if I am starving.] That was what Elise noted. Was it the smell of blood? What did this kid think of people? A walking lunch box? Or a snack to chew on when bored? Neither of those was correct. [Looking at his expression, I can understand roughly what he is imagining. Im not joking around and am giving you real advice. That man there is not an ordinary person.] She was speaking in a serious voice. Hmm Jin-hyuks expression became stiff. Considering all that she said, she wasnt joking around. He nced to the front and spotted a blonde man wearing a white suit. The man appeared to be in his 20s. However, the naturally ingrained ck of his body made it feel like he was much older. Hahaha! It doesnt matter! R-really! How did you get it? The man and the stewardess were smiling and having fun. He looks more like a young CEO or a second-generation chaebol Was it really, as Elise said, he was hiding something? There was only one way to find out. Jin-hyuk activated the Eye of Truth. Name: Alex Judw Gender: Male Age: 24 Level: 27 Strength 15 Agility 13 Stamina 15 Magic 61 Stat Points: 0 Coins: 0 upation: Necromancer Unique Ability: Forgotten Tombs Skills: Lv5 Resurrection of the Dead, Lv5 Contract with the Dead, Lv5 Magic Melting Furnace, Lv4 Touch of the Dead, Lv4 Interbreeding [Copy Condition: Depending on the intimacy with the target, you can copy one of the unique abilities and skills. However, in order to achieve the highest level of intimacy, you need to join the Demonic Humans Association.] No way! Jin-hyuk couldnt contain his shock. That man belonged to the Demonic Humans! Was that friendly face all a lie? [See. I was right! My nose is second to none in the tower.] Elise raised her voice, delighted that she was right, as I tucked her ring into my pocket, silencing her celebration. She was helpful, but she had a downside. She talked too much. Considering that she still thinks of herself as a queen, that does make sense. And at that moment. Are you enjoying the journey? yer Kang Jin-hyuk? The flight attendant came over with a smile. This was good. A chance to ask for information about Alex. Yes. Thanks. If there is any inconvenience in here, please let me know. And I brought some snacks. Would you like any? I was about to ask you. Jin-hyuk took a sandwich with beef from the stack and a can of beer before gesturing toward Alex. Looking at it, it seems like there are other people in the first ss beside me. Awakened? Ah! You are talking about Mr. Alex! When asked about him, the stewardess smiled brightly. Seems like she likes him a bit. He is an executive at a famous French cosmeticpany and said he came to Korea for work and was heading to the US now. That guys a cosmeticpany executive? A necromancer that dealt with corpses seems to have an odd day job. Interesting. Perhaps it isnt a coincidence that he is in first ss with me. There was a high chance that this was all nned, meaning there could only be one reason. It was probably to renegotiate the deal that the previous two had clearly failed to deliver. But, I wonder how he will approach this again. Since the assassination of Chun Yuseong had failed, even they would have a hard time approaching him. They will either try to offer a more attractive deal or try to build a weird trustwork and then try to pull him in. Jin-hyuk folded his hands. As long as he knew the other persons intention, the ending would happen the way he wanted it to. All he would have to do was act all innocent for that guy toe. After a few hours Alex got up to go to the bathroom. As he pretended to head towards thevatory, he approached Jin-hyuk. Uh? No When Alex saw Jin-hyuk, his eyes widened as if he had met a celebrity in real life. Excuse me, but are you Mr. Kang Jin-hyuk, who is ranked as an S ss in Korea? A slightly excited face and an anxious voice. Look at those acting skills! If he could do this much, he should have just aimed to be a movie star. Why work at a cosmeticspany? But when it came to acting, Jin-hyuk wasnt a slouch either. Yes. Ive only recently gotten S ss. As I thought! Today I watched the video posted on the [Tower of Trials]munity over and over again. It was so amazing. To meet the person from the video in real life. Alex spoke with excitement for a bit, then acted as if he remembered something and rummaged through his pockets. Sorry I am Alex Judw. He handed over a business card that identified him as the Overseas Sales Director of the De Feona Corporation. I am Kang Jin-hyuk. It is a coincidence for us to meet like this. How about going down to the bar and having a drink? On these long trips, drinks help the time move faster. Lets build friendships! It certainly wasnt a bad idea if someone with such a gentle face asked. Few people would say no. But Who would end up with thestugh? Well. It would be nice to pass the time. It is a bit disappointing that Ive only gotten beer to drink here. Their destination was the bar lounge for first and business ss. There is a drink I like. Would you be fine with it? It doesnt matter as long as it is strong. Haha. You do not have to worry. Louis XIII. It was the finest cognac sold at the lounge for 15 million won a bottle. Alex made it look as if it was a can of soda that he pulled from a vending machine. One ss and then two. As the bottle of strong liquor was emptied, his hold on reality gradually weakened. At least, that was what Alex believed. Once the bottle was finally empty. Actually, the reason I came to Korea isnt because of cosmetics. It is to expand the business towards the Awakened. Alex began to speak in earnest. An ice cube the size of a fist was being moved into his ss. Jin-hyuk acted as if he didnt notice. Awakened? Yes. First of all, we tried to lighten it up, but then there was a small problem. Problem? Before I say it, Mr. Kang Jin-hyuk, do you know about the mask-wearing yer? Of course, he knew. The mask was still with him. If he pulled it out and wore it now, surely Alexs expression would be a sight to behold, but he should hold back on that now. Still, the story wasnt done. Jin-hyuk straightened his expression as he replied. Ive seen him a few times. Hes the yer who yed the biggest role in the raid on the Corridor of the Fallen ruins on the 1st floor. At a recent meeting where the guilds announced the attack on the 4th floor, he said he would do it solo. But what problem would that be for Mr. Alexspany? Would you understand if we say its like fighting for a meal? We also wanted to help with the boss fight, but the manpletely blocked us. Perhaps he wanted to get all the good reputation from it on his own. Look at this guy! He knew his evil intentions, but he still dared say such bulllshit? Jin-hyuk had even been kind enough to edit out the part with the old man. It seemed like they thought a third party wouldnt know the truth behind what happened. With this, he isying out a good base for him. Well, he wanted to deceive Jin-hyuk but was getting deceived instead. Jin-hyuk smiled. It seemed like things were going to get interesting from now. He is quite a greedy friend. That person with the mask. You are right! He is too much! That is it. If Mr. Kang Jin-hyuk woulde with us it would be a huge help for us. Me? Yes! You are an S rank and have the right to act alone so no one can touch you. So You want to use the privileges of another S-rank yer and get something from the 4th floor. How should he describe this? Was he acting like he had such thick skin and no shame? Even if Jin-hyuk stabbed Alex now, he doubted blood would evene out. It isnt that I dont like it, but it is a bit excessive. Of course, I n to pay the right price as long as the demands arent unreasonable. As if he had been waiting, Alex immediately opened his subspace inventory. Woong! A bottle containing the blue liquid of an elixir appeared alongside a brilliant light. An elixir was known to be a medicine that could cure any fatal disease and even the most broken body, regenerating even a heart. For real, what the hell do they do to have such expensive things with them? No, for real! If possible, this time, he wanted to film a video showing the demonic humans true colors. How viciously they live from waking up to sleeping at night. One had to watch and learn. Jin-hyuk fiddled with the bottle of elixir. This is huge. And Alex pulled out a paper. As long as you sign the contract, the elixir will be given to Mr. Kang Jin-hyuk. [Alex activates Lv5'' Contract with the Dead''] Faint yet ominous energy rose from the paper. It was the unique skill of a Necromancer that bound the contractor using dark power. He is using this? Jin-hyuk narrowed his eyes. On the surface, it was like any other contract, which was why this was more terrifying. Because one could get caught without realizing it. Because it is something anyone could get caught in, and that would force the victims to carry out the content in the contract. Failure to do so will result in death. But this elixir was too precious to give up. Ah! Jin-hyuk lightly pped his hands as if he remembered something. Have you decided? Yes. I am sorry, but I cannot sign it. There are too many fraudulent things these days that I am careful when ites to acting with pens. That is quite disappointing. If that is the case, we will have to take the elixir back. Alex reached out to Jin-hyuk. Since the contract wasnt processed, he could take it back. I will keep this for myself. What do you mean? I am also careful not to spit out the candy Ive already put in my mouth once. Having said that, he gathered magic. Kukuku! The ne began to shake violently. P-Passengers. The ne is shaking due to the turbulence outside, so please fasten your seatbelts. Ack! We would request everyone to stop moving. The crew began to move. Everyone assumed that this was a turbulence issue. You should head back to the seat for the sake of safety, Mr. Alex. Please follow the instructions of the crew. Jin-hyuk smiled as he said that. Why? Feeling cheated? Want to pry it forcefully from my hand? But will you be fine? Necromancer What could you even do? Do you want to kill everyone here? Well. That wouldnt happen. Because his position in the Demonic Human Association wouldnt allow him to act independently. Chapter 49: Black Market (2) Chapter 49: ck Market (2) Clench! Alex gritted his teeth, but he wasnt going to attack. A Necromancer wasnt an upation that was suited for closebat. Above all else, the only authority that he had been given was for conciliation. Regarding any conflict, he would need approval from those above. Before I go, let me ask you one thing. Did you know it right from the start? What group I am affiliated with. I just paid attention. Still, you were better than those two. Your natural look paid off. At that time, he had only been paying attention to the grand exterior, so he missed the details, but now he immediately noticed the trap. Last time you were quite fast to skip the down payment for us. Thats because you people treat me like some idiot and try to force my hand to do such things. They were forcibly shoving the cake into my mouth. As a human, I have no choice but to eat delicious things. I just acted how anyone would. Jin-hyuk smiled, but Alex couldnt. It would be better to not provoke us too much. Right now, a troublesome enemy appeared, and that man takes priority for us, but we will pay you back for this. Troublesome guy? You meant the masked man? Yes. Well. How can you even dream of dealing with him at your level? Ha! You acted like you hadnt heard of him until a moment ago, and now you say such Alex snorted at it, but Jin-hyuk continued to speak, overriding any thoughts Alex may have had. He has a mask engraved with runes on it and made contact withrge guilds. Of course, your people were there too. ! Alexs eyes shook, and he began to sweat. No! Is he acquainted with that man? The uploaded video didnt contain the members of his association, so a third party wouldnt be able to know. In other words, then it has to be that. The other possibility was that the two were the same person. However, Alex couldnt imagine the masked man and Jin-hyuk as the same man. Right, thats right. In order to raid the Corridor of the Fallen, the yer had to be level 1. Of course. The masked man must have been level 1, then. However, ording to information released to the public, Jin-hyuk, who was in front of him, had an estimated level of 20. A level gap of 19. It is impossible for 19 levels to be gained in just a couple days. So the two yers could not be the same. That was what made sense for Alex. But he didnt know that this was what Jin-hyuk had nned. The more vaguely one knows, the more certain they are of information. Jin-hyuk smiled. He thought they would know about the attack on the ruins. The range of information these people held was toorge to be dealt with right now. So they must have found out some information. However The existence of the underground in the Tower of Trials Only I alone know of it. This was something that others could not know. At the same time, this gives him an information gap that cannot be filled. For a long time, this was the privilege that those who enjoyed suffering obtained. Finally, Alex sighed. phew. In order to get information about him, we have to put up with the jokes yer Kang Jin-hyuk is saying. You know. And one can never know. Anyhow, he and I arepeting, so can you give me useful information about him? I understand. For now. You should be happy with the item. Alex nodded. Nice. It seemed like the rtionship wasnt too bad now. Ah! And speaking of Jin-hyuk opened his mouth for thest time. Uh? If you cannot deal with just Chun Yuseong and then you get shocked at the masked guy, then you can never win against me. If you are thinking about trying to get information through force, assassination attempts, and such things, give up. At least. Because I am crueler than them. After that series of events, the ne flew smoothly, and many hours passed. It waste evening when they arrived in Las Vegas. He couldnt see when Alex vanished, but Jin-hyuk turned his attention elsewhere. Right now, there were more important things and the time left for the auction was only around 4 hours. For now, I need to raise money. He needs dors, as much as possible. I should have asked for at least 200 times the money I have He could have asked Han Sang-jin for money, but if he asked him like that now, he could get into troubleter. From what I know, the most terrifying department of the government is the tax office. If so, all that he could do was make money himself. When he exchanged the money in his wallet, he only received 4,000 dors. This wasnt a small amount, but the minimum bid for the auction house was around 50,000 dors. Then. Call up Memories of the World Jin-hyuk called up the skills he had saved. Materials that he needed to fuse with the Eye of Truth. I was going to merge it with another ability, but now I am in a clutch moment. He wanted an elemental ability that could act as a buffer and alleviate the side effects when he abused it. On the other hand, the attribute also had disadvantages. Safety and efficiency. This meant that he needed to choose one of the two. Under the current situation, Jin-hyuk needed to choose thetter. [Eye of Truth (SS) and Blood Magic Qi (S) are fused!] [The fusion seeded!] [You have acquired the Eye of Gluttony (SSS)!] Woong! The two skills merged into one with a bright light. [Eye of Gluttony Acquisition Difficulty: SSS Description: Higher level version of the ''Eye of Truth.'' It is immune to all kinds of barriers and can see the opponent''s status window and interfere with its innermost part through ''sharing vision'' and ''mind reading.'' However, there is a risk of the caster''s personality being contaminated if used frequently due to the nature of Blood Demon Qi (the effectsts 1 hour after usage).] Eye of Gluttony. Although the side effects could end up with him losing his humanity due to over usage, in terms of efficiency, the skill was excellent. Not bad. Jin-hyuk nodded his head, satisfied with the result. All the preparations wereplete. Now it was time to pile up money. And Las Vegas was a city that shone brighter at night than day. The Las Vegas Luxor Hotel Casino. David, the security chief, was not in the mood for the news that came to him. C-chief. We are already losing over a million dors. It is the 4th dealer now. How can we not act? There is no problem with the security cameras. The barriers blocking unique abilities and skills are also working fine. The staff spoke with stiff faces. W-what is happening! If not for that, how can this situation even be exined? Kwang! David hit the CCTV monitor. A single Asian customer hade in. And it all started with that one person. How could youe in with 4,000 and win over 100,000 in an hour? This would be nonsense even if he had the god of luck on his side. The game here was poker. It is a gamble with skills; the more people yed, the more they would lose. But this man didnt? It was insane. He was winning it all while making the dealers look like idiots. The win rate shouldnt be high. His win rate would average around 10%. The biggest problem was that he wiped the table clean every time he won. It was as if he could spy on every deck on the table. What are you doing? This wasnt a unique ability or skill. If it was, the camera would have stopped it and identified them. And this made Davide to a conclusion. Get ready to change the dealer again. This time I will go. At the same time. Jin-hyuk was busy picking up the money at the poker table. [Shit. You cannot lose it this time. Somehow I need to win.] Through mind reading, he could hear the dealers thoughts. At the same time. [J1 Pair] With a shared view, the dealers hand could be seen. All he had to do was watch and ce the best correctly. I cannot lose even if I want to. No matter how many barriers were spread out inside the casino, it could not block the Eye of Gluttony. This felt like a skill made for gambling! With enough time, he was sure he could sweep all the casinos in the world. Well, I will be put on the cklist right away, so it cannot happen. But it didnt matter. Because this was being done due to an urgent need for money. Call. Pair of tens. Jin-hyuk pushed the stacked chips forward. The dealer bit his lip and yed the hand. Four of a kind, congrattions. Since even the bluff he used was discovered, the dealer could do nothing but admit defeat. Oh my How many dealers has he beaten? The fourth one already. Shit. I have been in casinos for 10 years now, and this is my first time seeing such a case. He has won for quite a bit. At least over a million dors? Insane. It is like winning the lottery here. But isnt it time to end it? If they hold on until the end, the guy will make the casino go naked. Those idiots. That man is in perfect control. At this rate, the casino will close down. Puahah! This might be a sight worth seeing. People were excited. It was because they were fascinated with Jin-hyuks ability. Chak! Jin-hyuk began to collect the stacked chips. An extra 200,000 dors. But. Stillcking. These careful dealers werent taking the bait. Thanks to that, the bet amount was hardly growing, and now he had only 30 minutes left. And it was then. Dealer will be reced now. A pale skinny man appeared. A face with thick dark circles around his eyes and only bones on his body. But more impressive than the deformed body was the energy in the man. Ho. Look at this. Jin-hyuks eyes narrowed. An Awakened dealer? Perhaps they thought he was ying tricks and decided to send this man. Or maybe decided to use an awakened to get back the lost money, but Cute attempt. Trying to mess around in front of the Eye of Gluttony. Jin-hyuk pretended to not know. I will shuffle. The dealer took a new deck of cards. Woong! He could see the magic on those fingers [Michael Pedro activated Lv3 ''Cunning Cheating''!] Chacha! The cards were being shuffled at high speed. One, two. The clover and heart moved as the cards were ovepped And Jin-hyuk began to watch. Five, six And finally The cards were shuffled and ced in front of Jin-hyuk, but Jin-hyuk didnt turn the card. Tak! Tak! Instead, he tapped the table with his fingers and tried to mess with the nerves of the dealer. Card you wont check it? The dealer asked cautiously. Check? Yes, you need to check them before cing the bet. Well. A total of seven. The only thing I saw was messing around with three skills. Do I need to look at these cards? W-what do you The dealers voice trembled. The man appearing here was an excellent move, but the casino hadnt trained him properly in his acting. How could he show shock on his face right away? Enough. Ask the hotel manager or the chief of security toe out. Right now. Jin-hyuk spoke out an order. And at that moment. Who does this dirty Asian think he is to ask to see me? What? Skill? Scam? You must be crazy. I think you will be taken out in an ambnce today. You get it? David appeared alongside some bodyguards. Chapter 50: Black Market (3) Chapter 50: ck Market (3) They were a group of people with balloon-likerge muscles. Oh, yellow monkey. Say that again. Are you saying our casino is doing something illegal now? David asked. He was already caught, and now he couldnt give in. The guy was angry. At this point, he decided that acting shamelessly would be the best option. Of course, he didnt know who he was dealing with. And there was one thing Jin-hyuk hated hearing the most. Yellow monkey? Right, you Asians all have the same color. Besides, what with that little boys face? You look more like a woman. And that was it. For now, I will hit your face until it turns yellow. And the next. He haspletely lost it. Take him to the side so he doesnt bother the other guests. David waved his hand, and the bodyguards approached him with clenched fists. Yes, chief. What? He must have the will to get his body broken? I dont know, man. I am looking forward to what he can do. The bodies of the westerners were typicallyrge, especially these bodyguards. However, the moment arge hand touched Jin-hyuk on the shoulder Kwak! The eerie sound of bones breaking could be heard. M-My hand! A scream came out after the hand was twisted. The man shouted in pain. W-what is that! Everyone was shocked, but no one had the time to understand or respond to the situation. Because Jin-hyuk, who had dealt with one person, had moved to the next. Kwang! Kuak! Crack! Wak! Fast and light movement without a limit. Ugh S-spare me The men had their arms and legs broken. Their ligaments werepletely ruptured, and theyll be unlikely to lift a fork with their own hands for the rest of their lives. Fortunately, the people who injured their arms were lucky. Some might have to be in wheelchairs for the rest of their lives. Without a single word of mercy, his hands only dealt out cruelty. Does it make sense? How can so many people be knocked out? I-Its a yer! That person is abat yer! Well, there is no other way to exin it. Even the people who were watching were screaming at the acts of cruelty. Now there was just one person left. Kuak! The heaviest bodyguard swung his fist. It was an attack aimed precisely at his head and seemed well-trained. Of course, Jin-hyuk avoided the fist by simply moving his head slightly. At the same time, he moved his right hand as fast as lightning. Kuak? For a moment, the mans breathing stopped. A hand that was as hard as steel was blocking his neck, so he had no choice but to be shocked. But the biggest surprise happened at the very beginning. Kkk! An Asian man that was just shy of 180 cm in height and weighing only 70 kg was lifting a man who was 2 meters tall and 100 kg heavy. With only one hand. At this sight, David was forced to finally admit the reality. T-this makes no sense His judgment was utterly wrong. No. Kuak! Kuak! Dont! As Jin-hyuk slowly increased the strength in his hands, the man he was lifting was groaning. It was because he knew better than anyone here what would happen if this continued. Dont! Crack! The cor bone was shattered. Even thest remaining bodyguard had fallen. This was it. Now that the muscle-bound bastards were down, it was time to take care of the dirty mouth. Doesnt it seem like it is yours who I should be squeezing? Jin-hyuk shrugged. Y-you will regret it. Our casino has a contract with the Scavengers Guild. Scavenger? Right. It isnt toote for you to run away now. Even if you are awakened, the guild will not sit back. Scavenger. Scavenger. That felt like a guild he had heard of somewhere. Isnt there someone called Milo or something? H-how do you know that? How? Because he had met him in the [Tower of Trials] before. Jin-hyuk remembered seeing Milo going around ughtering newbies in the beginner zone because of his trash movement and mediocre skills. At the same time, Jin-hyuk remembered that they had gotten into an argument with him since he had business there but brushed it off as no big deal. There was a time when I did an earth science experiment using the tides after burying their head alive in the ground. There have been times when I almost killed them by hitting them with a spoon. Come to think of it, the result was the same even when he had no actual weapon. Well, after Jin-hyuk followed that man around 30 times and left him half-dead, he didnt see him around anymore. Probably because his self-esteem was crushed. And these people believe in that guy? It is nothing. Jin-hyuk smiled. What confidence is that? David tilted his head at Jin-hyuks attitude. Even an awakened yer was nothing in front of a guild. He could not go against multiple awakened people, no matter how strong he was. When they are up against an A-rank guild like Scavenger, the typical reaction for an individual yer would be to turn back. And it was then. Jjjkk! David heard something from his earphone. A call from the security room. C-Chief, I found out what you asked to search! Asked? Ah! The profile! How is it? T-that is Damn it! Dont dawdle and say it! His name is Kang Jin-hyuk, an S rank in Korea. I checked it because of the match video, but he is a total monster. Never. Never fight him. S-S ss? David was so startled that he was unable to speak. Unknowingly, he lost strength in his legs. Tremble. His heart was too startled that it skipped a beat. T-that is too high of a rank. Even in the US, there were less than 20 S ranks. This was even though they were being supported by the might of the whole nation. And to deal with, no, to even touch him, a mid-level scavenger Even if the entire guild came, it wouldnt be a match. Weve touched a beehive. Even David, who knew nothing about the tower, knew this. About the influence that any high ranker possessed. And if the opponent was determined to run wild. Gulp. Cold sweat began to flow down his body. Either way, the casinos reputation would fall. All he had in his head now was to live. So he spat it out. I apologize. I am sorry I stopped noticing it and made a mess. He spoke in an earnest voice. But. Why are you suddenly apologizing? Jin-hyuks face became more contorted, as if he had heard something he didnt want to hear. Uh? That. I just heard about Kang Jin-hyuk from security. He had been asked why his attitude had changed suddenly. After hearing my rank, did you think you touched the wrong person? So you apologized? Would you have beaten them up if it was an F-rank or a normal person? I-I didnt mean David tried to make excuses, but it was toote. Puak! Ugh! He felt the terrible pain of a fist digging deep into his stomach. It isnt over if you apologize. Right? If you are sorry, you shouldnt have done this from the start. You wanted to kill someone and then say sorry and forget it all? Even if you regret it all and cry, the deed was done. R-right. I will never make such a mistake again Whatever happens in the future, I cannot know for sure. Lets just hit you for what you have already done. He had promised, after all. He would only hit him until his face turned yellow. And Jin-hyuk was sincere about it. Wa ack! Kwang! Kwang! Jin-hyuk punched the man. One hit, then another. As if to relieve the stress, he kept hitting him with single punches, never too many or too hard. When he was about to hit 30 hits, David spoke. S-spare me I will do anything. Just stop There was blood dripping from his bruised face, and the nose bone seemed crushed. Jin-hyuk stopped. Anything? Yes, Yes! Anything! Then go stand in front of the mirror and y rock paper scissors until you win. If you stop without winning, you will get hit again. Uh? Rock paper scissors? You dont know? Then we can continue with this. N-No! I will do my best! Just leave it to me. David staggered as he got up and turned to a mirror. And he started ying rock paper scissors as if his life depended on it. Jin-hyuk sat down, and the dealer on the other side of the table had a confused expression. Now, do we continue? Uh? You what do you mean, sir? The game we have been ying, I didnt win, so I will continue. A-are you being serious? I know. You might consider it as a joke, but I am serious. Jin-hyuk smiled. What a joke. A skill? Do whatever you want. That is, if you can. [If I use my skills again, I''ll end up like the manager. That is a no-go. There is no reason to be loyal and sacrificed.] The voice of the dealer could be heard through Eye of Gluttony. I will go all in. Jin-hyuk pushed the piled-up chips, and the game resumed. Five minutester. The Scavengers Guild arrived at the casino. Chief David? A-rank yer John Smith had no idea how to handle this situation. The bodyguards were groaning on the ground with broken body parts, and David, who called them over, wasnt even paying attention to them and was ying rock paper scissors. Chief! Get yourself together! As Smith yelled at him, David looked away from the mirror. Ah! What happened here? Who left the chief and the bodyguards like this? N-Nothing.nothing happened. He could say nothing. But how could they believe that nothing happened after seeing this? John Smith then turned to the table. To be precise, his attention was drawn to Jin-hyuk, who was piling up an absurd amount of chips. Him. There was no need to exin. Because he was the only one enjoying this situation and ying. But Wait. Damn it! Ne-never touch that person! We are all fine so just leave! David began to beg with a pale face. C-chief? Oh. Is it time already? I was too busy with all this. Jin-hyuk stretched out his stiff body, got up, and gave a ten-dor chip to David. Ah! Chief. I had a nice time. You must be cold trying to work here, so on your way off duty, have a hot bowl of soup. Hot soup was the best when one felt lost. Chapter 51: Black Market (4) Chapter 51: ck Market (4) As night filled the sky and the sunpletely set, Jin-hyuk stood waiting in an abandoned alley. Nights are pretty cold here. He hade out a little early in case he missed the ck markets set starting time, but the nights here were cold. Still. Because his desired condition had been achieved, even standing around waiting for another felt enjoyable. Its said that having a strong bank ount gives you confidence that you didnt have before. Guess that statement is true. Thirty million dors or over thirty-five billion won in Korea. Jin-hyuk had earned it within 10 minutes. It was an incredible jackpot that would go down in the history of Las Vegas gambling. That is enough to win the bid for a replica. He heard that over 100 items were being auctioned, so thepetition probably wont be that fierce. Especially because I do not want to be noticed by others. A pearl in the mud. Items that had value iparable to the money youd spent it. Those who dont know the true value would be reluctant to spend their money on it. Anyway, the time hade And the moment he thought about that. Woong! He heard the sound of a car approaching. After a moment, a ck Benz stopped in front of him. The car windows were lowered, and a man in a suit was inside. Probably a ck market employee? Guest 117, is it you, sir? Yes. That is me. Jin-hyuk showed him the invitation card and number. We have confirmed it. We will now take you to where the auction is held. We ask for your understanding as we have to ask you to put on a blindfold for the sake of security. A blindfold? As expected, even magic was being blocked. In movies and other media, theyd put a blindfold on the protagonist, and they would know their destination by feeling the seconds that passed or the turns they took. But, in reality? It would be fun to try, but it doesnt work. [The location is 30 minutes away, a mansion in the middle of the desert.] [We must hurry to not bete. But what do we do?] Even without doing anything, he could glean the information using the Eye of Gluttony. I should try it on yers next time. In the past, all the yers had already left the Tower of Trials by the time he had made this Eye. That meant that even if he wanted to experiment, there was no one to target. I do not have to worry about that anymore. If we dont want humanity to perish, we must use everything and climb the tower. Checking to see if the Eye of Gluttony worked on those who use magic and those who dont. If it did work, to what level was its efficiency? It would be a different kind of pleasure to know that. Jin-hyuk let his thoughts wander as he buried himself in the car seat. It took precisely 30 minutes. We are here. With those words from the staff, the car stopped. He was finally able to take the blindfold off. Phew. I thought I was going to die there. As Jin-hyuk got out of the car, a surprising scene unfolded. Oh. He eximed unconsciously. He couldnt help it. This was a much more splendid and beautiful mansion than he had imagined. In addition, the starry night sky and the oasis around it harmonized with the mansions exterior to create a picturesque sight. You can hand the invitation over to me. And have a good time, sir. After the staff rechecked the authenticity of the invitation, he bowed his head. Jin-hyuk, who was alone, went inside the mansion. The moment he went through the gate, he looked at the pond attached to the garden. [The promise, you haven''t forgotten it, right?] Elises voice could be heard. Right, she was still here. Helping him find a demonic human on the ne was a special achievement, so he had allowed her to wish for one thing. She had wished to see the outside world. It doesnt matter. This is fine, right? Las Vegas would have a lot more to see if they roamed outside there. There were many forms of entertainment, from fireworks to motorcycle performances. But she wanted to visit an auction house that was only for the rich? [If you want to fit into the noble-blooded denizens of the night, you need to have such a level of dignity. It isn''t a bad mansion. Even if it was made by humans, this is fine.] Ugh. Living in a small ce like the ring suits you fine. And what is this nobility of the night? Was she talking about the nobility who waited in the corners? [What!? A bat doesn''t wait in corners!] Elise screamed indignantly, to the point that the ring vibrated. I didnt say it like that At this point, he felt bad for her. Right. She had been through enough in the past, so he just decided to nod his head. After all, it was a spacious mansion, a rare sight to see. Nor could he feel any cameras or magic in here. As long as the invitation has been checked, the internal security must be less strict. Above all, due to the nature of guests participating in the auction, there was a strict need to have their privacy protected. The procedures went well. And no one would notice if another guest was added to this ce. Woong! Jin-hyuk infused magic into Brahams Ring. Elise soon appeared in human form from the ring. And she wasnt the size of a small dog this time but was at a height close to 150 cm. She was still smallpared to her actual size, which was over 170 cm, but it was enough to avoid any suspicion. Umm! The air from outside is amazing! Elise stretched her body. Long silver hair and red eyes. I poured in as much mana as I could, but it is unreasonable to go beyond that size. It is fine. Still, it is better than being smaller than 30 cm. She smiled happily. It is nice to think that way. Well, are you going to do something in the auction? Elises eyes twinkled. Because she had been in a position where her subordinates would seize or steal whatever she wanted, money made no sense to Elise. Therefore, spectacles such as auctions were interesting to her. Right. Take it slow. Its almost the starting time. Jin-hyuk took out his phone and checked the time. Ten minutes. After that, a war of capital would begin. In an amphitheater located in the center of the mansion. While it was initially designed for opera, it had been transformed into an auction use that weed the worlds wealthiest people who wanted to deal behind the scenes. Now 175 I attend it yearly but get excited each time the auction starts. I heard the heart of the ichthyosaur is being put in the auction? Really? Is it finally being put out? It must have been thanks to the Tower of Trials finally appearing. All the treasures of constetions that disappeared in ancient times are being reproduced using magic or something. Kuak. I am looking forward to it. Even if I dont win the bid, I want to look at it. And this time, a lot of big things areing out, and they said they are epting precious metals or bonds along with dors. Of course, in that case, we have to pay an additional 10% fee. Then thepetition will be fierce. I need to recheck my bnce. Whisper. More than half the people were seated and talking. Jin-hyuk and Elise also moved to empty seats. But at that moment. Haha. Nice to meet you. An old man dressed in a ck hood approached him. This guy was? Jin-hyuk frowned. It was a familiar face. Not too long ago, an old man from the Demonic Human Association had pitched a strategy to the worlds major guilds regarding the attack on the 3rd floor. That same old man was now here. This is another one. If he considered the mans abilities back then, he had to be at least an executive or in a position ofmand. And next to him was Alex, who he had met on the ne. This guy must have been quite angry. The handsome guy with a nasty mind. He was clearly angry because Jin-hyuk had taken his elixir. Naturally, Jin-hyuk didnt care much about them. Feeling sorry for your actions only applied to another human being. I am Julius Cardick. I am sure you must have noticed it, but as you can see, I am the teacher for this stupid disciple. That was his name. Jin-hyuk activated the Eye of Gluttony. Name: Julius Cadrick Gender: Male Age: 58 Level: 30 Strength 11 Agility 9 Stamina 10 Magic 49 Misconduct 25 Stat Points: 1 Coins: 130,855 upation: Necromancer Unique Ability: Gravekeeper of the Cursed Tomb Skills: Lv6 Wailing Wall, Lv6 Commander''s Command, Lv5 Night of the Dead. Lv5, regeneration, Lv4 Area Weakening, Lv4 Infectious Disease [Copy Condition: Psychologically, he is furious because of the recent sessive failures of his ipetent subordinates. Afterpleting the ck magic ss he supervises, if you get an A+ grade, you can copy one of his skills or abilities.] Jin-hyuk knew it. As expected, he had great skills. He was sure that the unique ability would also create a good synergy. Gravekeeper of the Cursed Tomb was able to summon arge number of familiars with minimum use of magic. It was clearly the ability of a Necromancer, but he wanted a summoner-like skill added to his repertoire. But After reading the copy conditions, Jin-hyuk felt his head hurt. The system has to be crazy. There was something about taking on the role of a passionate student. What kind of condition was this? Necromancy wasnt something he was too interested in, which made these copy conditions a bit too much for now. All of it was bad. But the ability First of all, should we try it out? Jin-hyuk looked at the old man. Thanks to your disciple, I got a precious thing, and it was a pleasant flight. Haha. I am d you did. So I want to ask you again about the information. This time I came to you directly. Are you talking about the masked yer? Yes. It is a pretty important issue for us. It might be a bit of an exaggeration, but our life depends on it? Look at this? Was he trying to threaten him? Jin-hyuk smiled. If that was the case, I would have said I would tell youter. Unfortunately, we dont have time. We need to know it as fast as possible. I dont know. Whether they were in a hurry or not, he didnt care. What did it even have to do with him? They should have sent him a pack of twelve elixirs if they were in such a hurry. However, despite Jin-hyuks words, Cadricks expression was calm. Hmm. Think carefully before you make a decision. From what I see, you came here to get something? So? If we put our minds to it Cardicks eyes looked cold as he said. It means we can buy all the items being auctioned here tonight. Chapter 52: The Head Of Ataraxia (1) Chapter 52: The Head Of Ataraxia (1) The Demonic Human Associations threat was that they could use their power to make life tough for him. No, it wasnt just a threat. It was definitely within their abilities to do it. Jin-hyuk bit his lip. Are you trying to pressure me into it? Things werent looking good now. Even with 30 million dors in his bags, it was difficult to feel secure. But. These people dont look like much. Why are they trying to act all mean to you? Elise tilted her head and spoke without much thought, making Cadricks face distort. Because Jin-hyuk was there, he was holding on to his temper. It was the first time hes seen this girl. What do you mean by not looking like much? I am saying it literally. Why is a human who thinks he has everything in the world with just a handful of gold dust talking carelessly to my contractor? so strong. Then again, there was no such thing as winning against Elise using words. Of course, not even this old man seemed able to do that. Haha. This is absurd. I dont know where you got this kid from, but she sure knows how to talk down to people. And he added in a word he shouldnt have. The impact was enormous and immediate. Kid? Elise clearly thought for a moment to make sure she heard correctly. Very slowly, sparks appeared in her eyes. Kid?! Until a moment ago, she had thought of them as nothing but annoying bugs, but now she realized they were vermin that had to be trampled. Adults are talking here, so do not intervene. There is a limit to how much leeway I give to kids. Kid Just as Elise was getting ready to use her hands. Ladies and gentlemen! Thank you for being patient. Now, lets start the 175th ck Market auction! The announcers voice was amplified throughout the venue. Ohh! Finally, it is starting! The guests, who had waited in anticipation, apuded the announcement. Thanks to it, the fight between Elise and Cadrick was halted. yer Kang Jin-hyuk. Well, let us meetter. Of course, you will have to beg me to hand over the item. After a short bow, Cadrick returned to his seat as the auction began. Before introducing the items, in addition to the auction list distributed with the invitation, there are five additional items prepared, so please manage your money appropriately. Five undisclosed items! The bow-tie-wearing host was making the audience excited. Then the first item was a meteorite which fell in Arizona, USA. Not only has it been well preserved, but it can also be forged into a weapon or armor due to the magic from the Tower of Trials. Starting price is one million! From the very first item, things that had magic were already appearing. Weapons and armor, werent those the most popr keywords these days? 1.5 million! 2 million! 2.5 million! This is mine! 5 million! The value of the bids kept soaring, naturally making the atmosphere between the bidders more heated. Stupid people. Jin-hyuk, who watched the scene unfold, just clicked his tongue. A meteorite infused with magic was useless without the right smelting technology. Buying it for 5 million? Maybe if you had a hobby of collecting trash. If not, youre just wasting money. At the very least, there are no cksmiths capable of handling meteorites right now. However, Jin-hyuk lightly ced a bid. 6 million. A price that broke the previous highest bid. Elise immediately asked. You want to buy it? At first nce, she, too, seemed to realize that the item was useless. Keep watching. I am not buying it. Jin-hyuk smiled. If he acted like he would spend money on this, then 6.5 million. Cadrick raised the amount. As expected. He doesnt know what I am trying to buy, so all he can do is put up a higher bet on what I bid on. No matter how much money he had, there was a limit. If he exhausted their reserves with amounts like this, he would have an advantage when the item he wanted finally appeared. 7 million! 7.5 million! As Jin-hyuk raised the price again, so did Cedrick, who was going after him. He wasnt willing to give up. Won by the bidder with 7.5 million! Cadrick frowned at this. He had probably realized what Jin-hyuks intentions were, but it was already toote. He had already bought the item for 7.5 million dors. Besides, unless he knew what the opponent was aiming for, there was no way but to go for everything Jin-hyuk was bidding on. I hope you have a thick wallet. Jin-hyuk smiled at Cardrick. The next thing is also an amazing item. This is a log from Columbus first voyage to America!! The rarest and most valuable historical relics wereing out of the ck market. A mysterious Bessel with unknown age, a rafflesia flower with magic, a torture device used in the middle ages, and so on and so forth. Jin-hyuk would throw a bait each time an item appeared that had magic or looked remotely unique. They were clear baits too. He continued to bid the highest on each item as if he was about to give up. This was an evil mans action in a gentlemans auction. As a result, Cadrick had been forced to spend over 70 million dors on the wackiest of items. Grunt! Cardick was grinding his teeth. This he is like a loach! His face was red from both anger and shame at having to constantly fall into such obvious traps. All of this was because of money. Seventy million dors wasnt a tiny amount of money and were already well beyond the budget allowed by the association. But His anger rose because of the opponents absurd strategy. Teacher. Why dont we give up once? Judging from the looks of it, he doesnt seem to have a lot of money himself, but if we keep doing this, well run out of our own money. If they won the bid, they had to pay. You idiot! But what if he ends up getting what he wants? T-that You are like this because you didnt do your work properly in the first ce, so shut your mouth! Well lose money, but I will be the winner here. Right. Doesnt matter if it was seventy or a hundred million. In the end, the winner gets thestugh. And an auction was a game where the wealthiest person won. At that moment The following is an item for maniacs. Introducing the The First Chessboard! The host introduced the next item, which was a clunky-looking chessboard. Hmm. It doesnt seem that good. It doesnt even include the chess pieces. I often take such things for a hobby, but it Who will? Its not like its carved from some luxurious wood. Well, the Heart of Ichthyosaur will be out in a little while, so lets save some money. Thats right. Because that is the main point of the auction. The atmosphere changed. The item on disy right now was too dullpared to the treasures that hade out before. Oddly enough, the host didnt say much either and had only described it as an item for maniacs. Of course, it must be an appealing item for certain collectors, but most of the auction audience simply ignored it. Bidding starts at 50 dors. If youd like it, please ce your bid. 100 dors. I will put it in my bathroom. Puahaha! I will call for 150 dors. Just for the sake of my cat. I needed a wooden nk to sharpen Alexanders ws. 200 dors. Absolutely, a mess. Nothing more than 200 dors. Laughter came from the audience, save for one person. Jin-hyuk clenched his fist to calm his beating heart. Ba-dump! Finally here! The essential item that he needed for the attack on the 3rd-floor boss. This was why he had participated in this auction. Jin-hyuk was looking for this. Cadrick and Alex didnt seem much interested in it either. The reason he was doing this There was only one way to know if his hard work so far would pay off. Five thousand. Jin-hyuk started his bid. What? Five thousand? Is he crazy? A flood of uprehending reactions came from his fellow auction attendees. What kind of idiot would spend five thousand dors on such a thing? But theughter disappeared at the next bid. Ten thousand. Cadrick began to enter the bidding. Fifteen. Fifty. Jin-hyuk immediately raised, and Cadrick followed without hesitation. Cadricks face clearly looked like he was skeptical, but he wasnt going to give up. One million. Jin-hyuk raised it again. Ten million. Cadrick raised it even higher this time. Even after the price had jumped up by this much, he was simply raising it to ensure that Jin-hyuk didnt get it. Insane. What kind of idiot spends ten million on a chessboard? Is there something we dont know? This is driving me crazy. I cannot keep up with this. The atmosphere turned again. Suddenly, everyone began to focus on this bid. Fifteen million. Jin-hyuk spoke with a heavy voice. He had already reached half the amount of money he had. And Cadrick continued. Thirty million At that value, Jin-hyuk could no longer match the bid. It was already reaching the amount of money he had. Uh. We have reached our limit. Cadrick began to fold his hands. The host, shocked for a second, held onto the mic. Thirty million! Any more bids? Because there was a 10% auction fee, three million dors of this bid would go to the ck market. When he had first submitted the item, he considered that getting five thousand dors for it would already be great, but this was a fantastic number! There was no need to drag this on any longer. There were no more bids. Then the 56th item, The First Chessboard, sold for 30 million But just as he was about to end it. One hundred million. A voice who hadnt participated until now spoke up. The speaker was right next to Jin-hyuk. Elise? Jin-hyuk was shocked. Chapter 53: The Head Of Ataraxia (2) Chapter 53: The Head Of Ataraxia (2) 100 million 100 million? Does it make sense to spend 100 million on that? Stupid. Those who had been somewhat interested in the bidding were just surprised now. They could understand if this had been one of the auctions undisclosed items, but 100 million dors was an absurd amount to spend on this chessboard. Kuak! Cadrick let out a sigh. Right. That should be that. Cadrick had been confident of victory when he had discovered Jin-hyuks money bnce. All that had been left was to take away the junk item he wanted and use it as leverage for information. Right. That was how it should have gone. But this little kid clearly didnt even think of that. Does this mean she isnt a normal human? There was no way she could be normal. Just looking at the bid of 100 million dors, he was sure of it. However, no matter who or what the opponent was, he couldnt give up now. He had already spent 70 million on trash. If he stopped now, then it would have been all for nothing. Never. That could never happen. 100 and 10 million! 100 and 50 million Kuk!! Insane. Raising the bid by 40 million in one go. What kind of auction was that kid bidding in? As the price was jumping up too high, Cadricks expression became dark. It was because reality was diverging wildly from what he had imagined would happen. 160 million 200 million. While he worked hard to catch up, the distance was created again in one go. Such a price was hard to follow. T-teacher! We cannot Shut it! If we lose to him, do you know what will happen? There was no way he could back down. Failure in this mission would be as if he was personally smearing shit on the associations name. Fine! 210 million! 300 million. 310 million! 500 million. You are saying 500 million like it is 5 dors. Do you really have the 500 million to pay it with! Cadrick had finally reached the limit of his patience and jumped up with a flushed face and heart pounding from anger. This is a whole popcorn angle. Jin-hyuk, who was watching the whole scene happen, was holding back hisughter. He had actually been somewhat confident of winning the auction without Elise. It would have been a pity, but selling the Fragment of Merlins Staff from the Corridor of the Fallen would have been enough. Just a single relic. Merlins staff would have made everyone here go crazy. Still, it was a preference of his to see other people spending their money. Just for this, he had let Elise join in this fight. She would do anything to piss off her opponent if it was her. And Cadrick wasnt the type to stand still at an opponents provocation. So he simply decided to let the two fight it out, resulting in the current situation. His prediction had been proven correct. The Demonic Human Association was capable and had a lot of money, but Well. Do they have more capital than the head of the Ataraxia family, who were known to be the rulers of the night? Jin-hyuk crossed his legs as the staff intervened. Kuak! Like the gentleman said, could you please prove that you have the required cash bnce? I do not doubt thedy, but I want a smooth-running auction. Five hundred million dors was a significant amount that even executives at well-knownpanies wouldnt readily have. Even with the best intentions, it was difficult to believe that this middle-school-looking girl would be able to spend such a sum. Proof? Yes. Kuak. How difficult can it be? Elise waved her hand. And Woong! Suddenly, the space above Elises head began to distort, and the air began to fluctuate. Subspace inventory? Correct. Universal storage. That girl. She is a yer? Doesnt she look like a high-ranked one? I knew she was a rare kind. The other guests were all shocked at this sight. Momentster, Elise pulled something out of her subspace inventory. It was a crown adorned with splendid jewels. Didnt you say you also take precious metals and not just dors? That is true, but The host looked at the crown with a dubious look at its authenticity. For now, lets get it analyzed first, In preparation for such an event, the ck market had prepared an appraiser capable of using magic for analysis. The appraiser activated his skill. As he did, his eyes began to tremble from shock. T-this cannot be His voice vibrated violently, and even his hands were trembling. Why? Is it fake? The auctioneer asked. No. It is genuine. Thank you. So how much is the crown, in your opinion? Do you think it is worth 500 million? That is difficult to answer. The appraiser shook his head while looking troubled. What? Is it tough to answer? What do you mean? The craftsmanship used to craft this crown isnt something done with modern technology. None of our current techs can even imitate it. Not able to replicate it? Then Its from the Tower? Yes. In addition, the crowned tooth and the seven winged eagles. It is a spiritual beast which symbolizes the Felstian Kingdom. The fact that the crown was genuine sent the whole auction hall into chaos. It is from the Tower? That thing? No, if it is the Felstian Kingdom, then isnt it the most hidden ruin in the Tower of Trials? Since information about the Tower had be profitable, everyone began collecting bits of information from various sources. Or at least those with money did. Its a ruin that can only be entered when in possession of a treasure that symbolizes the royal family. Ive heard of it before. An archeologist who had previously yed Tower of Trials had discovered relevant documents. The Forgotten Kingdom, Felstian. Due to the curse of the gods, the entire kingdom had vanished into the sands along with its treasures. Because it was located on the Towers lower floors, it was widely rumored to be a hidden jackpot. It was one of the more popr locations yers had tried to discover. But clues about the kingdom were now appearing here. V-value of it? How much is it worth? The host was urging his appraiser to give a price. Hisid-back way of talking had disappeared and was reced with stiff nervousness. At a rough estimate 3 billion would probably be a good price. Huh! 3-3 billion? Insane. A crown without a kingdom or a man is worth that much!? Oh my The evaluation had far exceeded expectations. With this, the owner of the chessboard was decided. Eik! Cadricks face became stiff. Who the hell thought this small kid would be such a hurdle to his path? If the appraisers words were correct, they wouldnt be able to win this. All the money he had ess to only amounted to 700 million dors. I was wrong. A fatal mistake. His habit of looking down on his opponents had resulted in this. But more dangerous than the girl is Kang Jin-hyuk, who treats her like a subordinate. He looked at Kang Jin-hyuk, who was stroking the girls hair with a proud face. Perhaps. Perhaps He was a more annoying enemy than the masked yer. C-congrattions! We will hand the First Chessboard to thedy with the crown! The host congratted Elise. Ddd! And the ck market employees in their ck suits delivered the chessboard, which had been sealed in a ss case. Not me, give to him. Yes. Jin-hyuk ended up being the recipient. He tried to maintain a calm facade as he took it into his possession. If he wanted to maintain good social and life skills, he needed to act nice in front of other people. I am grateful, but isnt this too much? I feel bad. Ahem! That look. He was sure he had nailed it with a score of 95/100. He bit lightly on his lip to show slight desperation as he bowed his head. It is a pity that this collection of mine is ruined, but I still have several treasures of that kingdom. Besides, I cant bear to see smiles on the faces of people who dared to act rudely to my contractor, even if it meant death! This kid. She sure knows how to say strange things. Even if she pretends to not care, she puts up her treasured item for my sake. To be honest, he felt touched. In the future, he would have to improve his treatment of Elise. Maybe put a cushion inside the ring. And while Jin-hyuk was smiling. His head was filled with thoughts as he wondered how to fix this situation but could not find any solution. Cadricks hand rested on Alexs shoulder. We must go there because we need to prepare for the attack on the boss. They hade here to initiate contact with Jin-hyuk, but could not stay much longer. So As soon as the auction is done. Kidnap Kang Jin-hyuk. Me? Right, you can do it. Besides, cant you make a lot of corpses? Even if the opponent was an S ss, how could he go up against a necromancer? He will be powerless in front of the ck magic, which released legions of undead. Before the Tower had appeared, Alex was a surgeon who had a unique sense when handling the human body. Of course, it would be a massive blow if it became known that many influential people around the world had been turned undead by his hands. But since everyone knew that the dead could not speak, the truth would nevere out. And the woman? Remove her. I was waiting for those words. Alex smiled. Finally, an opportunity hade for him to repay the humiliation. After about three hours, the final item was finally sold. In many ways, it was a very sessful auction. No matter what anyone else said, the 175th round of auctions would be remembered by history for a long time. Thank you for having joined us for this event tonight. When you leave the premises, please follow the same procedure using the cars that we uh? At the moment, the host was about to end proceedings and bow to his guests. Kukukuku! Arge wave of energy crashed through the venue. Bang! Bang! Cracks appeared in the ceiling as the buildings pirs copsed. Kuak! S-save me! What kind of madness is this! Avoid it! Just avoid it! No one could understand what just happened. On the surface, their casual rtionships had been good, but everyone was focusing on their survival right now. They needed to get out. Just one second faster than others! All of them were desperately trying to stay alive, but There was no ce to escape. Instead, they were closer to hell. sh! A sh of light was apanied by stters of blood. Kuak! Kua? A man at the front of the crowd grabbed his neck as a hole appeared in it. Where are you going in such a hurry? You are my precious sacrifices. Alex stood at the entrance as he greeted the people warmly. Next to him were monsters of horrifying shapes and forms. Kiiik! Kuaak! All the other exits were blocked by the broken pirs and had transformed the hall into a prison. A prison one could never escape from. And right now It was a party I really liked Jin-hyuk, who was looking over the hall, turned towards Alex. You took this too far. He crossed a line he shouldnt have. Chapter 54: Casual Retribution Chapter 54: Casual Retribution Such a vile necromancer. Is messing up another persons house your hobby? How can you say that to such lovable creatures well, it might look like that to others. Alex stroked the monsters lined up next to him. In his eyes, those monsters truly did look lovely. No matter how you look at them, those things should just be hung out to dry. I dont think even Lasik would work on your disgusting eyes. Id rather pull them out. Psss! As Jin-hyuk pulled out his dagger, blue energy enveloped it. The dazzling light swallowed up the entire de at once. Puahahah! A dagger! Indeed, as expected of an S rank with this level of magic, it is outstanding even among S ranks! However, even after seeing the sword energy on the dagger, Alex seemed rxed. If you believe in the rags behind you and shout so much, you are making a mistake. Did you think I would deal with you alone? Alex smiled and, at the same time. Kukuku! ck energy swept through the room. [Alex activated Lv5'' Magic Melting Furnace''!] It was a wide-area skill that covered the entire mansion, giving Jin-hyuk an ominous feeling. Kuak! M-My head! My body feels like it is being torn apart! The guests began to copse to their knees and groan in pain. They were afflicted by a curse that drained the life out of their bodies. Because of this curse, the people there had to feel the pain of their bodies melting away. Very slowly, too, at that. Ahem. Jin-hyuk frowned. He felt a tingling pain, but he could protect his body from melting thanks to the magic within him. H-help me Please The people there begged for their lives. Most were in their middle ages or even of elderly age. Dad mom, it hurts. Some were young children. Family of those who received the invitation? It would be too cruel to let them die just because they were here. Especially if he let a child die, he wouldnt be able to dream well for the rest of his life. There should still be around 10 minutes until their body dissolves. This could be stopped if he could defeat Alex. 10 minutes. 10 minutes. Theres no reason to risk himself trying to save the people here. There was no need to rush. But if he justid quietly on the ground now without caring for them. Jin-hyuk looked at Alex as their eyes met. I see that dissatisfied expression on your face. Why? Is it really bothering you that some bugs are dying? Bugs? Correct. Are there any other ways to call these creatures that can only be used as materials for magic but bugs? Smirk. At Alexs words, Jin-hyuk smiled. At this point, it was just in ridiculous. That is why I dont get along with Demonic Humans. I do want to talk with some, but you people just make it impossible. Hmm. I expected a more realistic approach from an S rank. Were you that kind of disgustingly emotional bastard? This world does not run onpassion. This world is a ce where the strong eat the weak. Well, that is all fine too. Having the strong eat the weak. Such a principle that had no care for anything else. He, too, believed in this. You were the one who said it, so even if you die, dont me it on me. You speak as if you are stronger than me. You dont think so? Pssh. Jin-hyuks dagger twitched. [Sword Grave has been activated!] Iparably darker and monstrous energy flowed out that dwarfed Alexs magic. Jin-hyuks blue sword energy now became ck. And at the same time. Kwang! Jin-hyuk sprinted forward and narrowed the distance at once. The dagger was held in reverse and used to sh down the monsters in his path. Kuaak! Kaaack! The undead monsters had all looked quite thick due to their fatyers, but that wasnt enough to stop his de. Kwakwakwang! The strongest skill which could cut down anything. His sword attack flew across his path, cutting down more than 10 monsters. But [''Blood Barrier'' has been activated!] [Specific range ''y of the Undead'' begins!] The additional skill, Blood Barrier, was activated as an effect of the Magic Melting Furnace. Kwang! The flesh of the monsters he had cut was beginning to heal immediately. Even if they are bugs, it is still quite impressive. There is no better material than this to use for recovery. Alex chuckled. Indeed. This was his n to waste time. He would use the vitality of all the people here to keep his monsters alive. Eventually, everyone here would die. A sensible tactic. Its probably the most standard method too, but. So upsetting. What is? It is a pity that youre acting proud and treating this as if it is a trump card. Was he ying around by just having his monsters regenerate? Wouldnt it be enough to erase them entirely without giving them time to recover? Jin-hyuk pointed the dagger at Alex. Woong! The light began to gather at a single point. The ck energy was dazzling. [Lv2 ''Daylight'' is activated!] The monsters all twisted their bodies at the zing energy. Kiiik! Kuaaak! They must have been in great pain. The light attribute was known to cause additional damage to these kinds of monsters. Tch! As expected, you used that! Alex clicked his tongue as things happened as he expected. He clearly had seen the battle video against Chun Yuseong. A skill thatpressed magic into a single point before releasing it in a straight line and imbued with an element that was the antithesis of the undead. So he clearly had prepared for it as well. If Jin-hyuk activated that skill, he had a secret trick ready and ordered his undead to execute it. But the undead wasnt moving from their ces. W-what! What? I have frozen their feet so they cannot move. Hebined several skills at once to get the maximum results from his attack. The centralbination was to use Daylight and then the Ice Formation skill to restrict their movement. The only real downside to Daylight was its long activation time, but Ice Formation was able to make up for it. With this. Checkmate. Jin-hyuk smiled, and at that moment. Kwakwkawang! A giant ray of light engulfed the undead monsters. Kiik! Heat rose up from the ground as not a single monster was spared. This was because there wasnt even a single cell left for them to regenerate from. This was my first time trying it out, but it was pretty good. Jin-hyuk liked doing this, fusing two skills for a higher performance result. By using them like this, he could optimize his skills for battle. The sense of exhration from this was great. On the other hand I-it cannot be Alex wasnt able to ept this situation. Ten minutes, everything ended before ten minutes were up. If all the humans here had been absorbed by his furnace, he could have summoned an even higher-level undead. But the undead he had summoned were already wiped out. Damn it! Tak! Alex pulled a scalpel from his sleeve that had a transparent liquid dripping down from it. It was poison. This showed how desperate he was. Are you for real? A Necromancer in closebat? As Jin-hyuk thought that. Alex threw the scalpel straight toward his face. Kang! Jin-hyuk casually knocked it away, cutting the scalpel in half as it fell to the ground. So disappointing. Was that your way of running away? Why draw out a scalpel? It seemed like he had nned to escape by creating a momentary diversion. ck smoke began to surround Alex. It was a special skill that only demonic humans could use. Twisted Gap. A short-distance movement skill. Shh! The smoke became thicker as the skill neared activation. Of course, Jin-hyuk wasnt going to just watch it happen. Throwing is done like this. The target was a short distance away and unable to respond. Puyak The dagger which he threw went right for Alexs chest. Kuak! The skill activation was canceled right away. How about I educate you a little? You get what I am saying? Kuak! Cough! Ah! Dont try too hard to answer me. The ce where my dagger pierced you is your lungs, so breathing will be tough. Kuasave You enjoyed others being hurt and groaning in pain, but you dont like it happening to you? Wasnt he being too biased? A true necromancer should enjoy his own suffering. Kuak. Alex grabbed Jin-hyuks shoes, but he ignored him. From now on, I will tell you how you will die. Just a little spoiler to his ultimate end because it was no longer just about him. Your lungs will slowly bleed out for the next couple of hours. A humans life was tough to end. Somehow, all the organs in their bodies would work as hard as possible to even eke out an extra second of life. And after that long struggle, you will start to choke as blood fills your lungs. Not as painful as dying in a fire, but still a gruesome end. The more he heard about his fate, the more terrified Alex became. T-that no. no. Of course, the prolonged suffering can be stopped. If you stop the operation of the Magic Melting Furnace. ! Why? Is it your loyalty to the Demonic Human Association? If you die, everything will be useless either way. If he would actually maintain the skill and die slowly like this for loyalty, then the association should hold ancestral funeral rites for him. But Alex was a pawn that could be thrown away at any time. Use him for situations like this and then rece him with a new one. So there was no need for loyalty. He should let go of his loyalty and livefortably. Because that was the best for both sides. And the doubts didntst very long. I get it. Keep your word I will do that. So stop the skill. Alex eventually snapped his fingers. And [Alex disabled Magic Melting Furnace!] [Blood Barrier disabled!] The magic that had tortured the rooms upants disappeared. At the same time, the guests who had been groaning in pain began to feel it fade. Now this pain free me! Cough! Cough! My heart hurts with breathing! Alex begged. His face was bing more twisted with pain and agony with every word he struggled to speak. It was probably the feeling of blood seeping into his lungs. It is upsetting, but I am not interested in bing a killer. what? Life is the most precious thing, so I will never take it with my own hands. W-what do you ha. Alex reached for Jin-hyuk, but he couldnt even reach him now. Thest resort for trash like you.. No, just an hour was too short. Considering the evil hemitted here, not to mention the quests he needed to do just to be a Necromancer, Alex deserved no mercy. He would die in a prolonged state of suffering. He would die as he apologized for the sins of experimenting on innocent humans and defiling their corpses by making undead. Chapter 55: End Of 3rd Floor, The Heartless Army (1) Chapter 55: End Of 3rd Floor, The Heartless Army (1) N-nono, please, please! Jin-hyuk left the hall, leaving Alex to scream behind him as he had no reason to watch until the end. Crack! Thud! Debris was falling due to the aftermath of the melting skill that Alex had used. It wasnt threatening, but it was causing dust to rise up. [Lv2 ''Ice Formation'' is activated.] Psss! A film of ice spread over Jin-hyuks body. An ice shield in a snowke pattern appeared and deflected any falling rocks. Jin-hyuks eyes turned towards the other guests lying on the ground. A few had yet to regain consciousness due to the severe amount of physical and mental pain they had suffered. Thanks to this, I will gain more. In this situation that was close to a disaster, there would be no other side that could collect the auction items. Treasures from the 175th ck market auction were all underneath some rocks. The first person to pick them up will be their owner. Jin-hyuk walked between the unconscious bodies on the floor. I saved your lives, so you should at least pay me with this much. On the contrary, he could even say he was underpaid, considering the goods amounted to only a few million dors. Of course, there might even be people who would personally ask him to open his bag and throw their item in it just because he saved their lives. That didnt matter. Because Ill be on a ne to Korea when you all wake up. Besides, almost all of them were utterly out of it, so how would they know who the culprit was? Best case scenario, theyd all me the demonic humans. Lulla. Jin-hyuk hummed to himself as he dug through the wreckage. Quite a few treasures were damaged, but fortunately, the best items made it through unscathed. It feels like I am inside a treasure dungeon. The most valuable items he recovered were the Heart of the Ichthyosaur, Unknown Iron Ore, and the Vault of Michangelo. The crown that Elise had given in as payment was also recovered. Nice. This was enough. Jin-hyuk took out an old piece of paper he had put inside his pocket. It was the Subspace Inventory Combination that he had obtained from the Corridor of the Fallen. He would be able to use it to store various items by using materials, such as replicas of Tower relics. Using the items here, though, he would not be able to make tinum or diamond-grade subspace inventories. For now, lets just use it to reduce the inconvenience of carrying these items around on my person. And that was more than enough. [Heart of Ichthyosaur (A), Unknown Iron Ore (B), and Vault of Michngelo (C) are used as materials!] [You have sessfully created arge capacity subspace inventory (Gold Grade +5000kg)!] A yellow-colored subspace inventory appeared with a dazzling light. Finally, he could clear off the cumbersome items. But at that moment. Rrr! He felt something from the people around him. !? Jin-hyuk quickly turned his head. Is someone already waking up? He thought as such for a moment as he turned around and met with a pair of small eyes. A little boy with teary eyes was staring at him with admiration. a kid? Jin-hyuk shook off any suspicion. I will pull you out, so wait one second. Dont move. Uh? Yes. The boy nodded his head as Jin-hyuk made his move. sh! A blue-colored dagger cut through the pile of rubble. Since the angle had been arranged to ensure that only the rubble was cut, the boy was safe. T-thank you, hyung. Well, this much is easy. Jin-hyuk smiled as if it was nothing. Hyung is the one who killed monsters and bad guys, right? Uh? I saw it before I fainted. Just like in the Marvel movies. Really so cool. Marvel movie? Was he talking about that one movie where the Avengers fought Thanos? Well, in a kids eyes, it might look that way. It must have looked like a movie scene when he wiped out the undead. I also want to be a strong yer like hyung someday and rise to the top. So, when the bad guys kill people, the hero will show up and save them at least thats my dream. Hmm. Hearing it openly like this was a bit strange. Because the boy was still pure-hearted, he didnt even control his expression. And it didnt feel bad. Because there was no hidden meaning, just an expression of gratitude. Sometimes this isnt bad. Jin-hyuk smiled and patted the boy on the head. But he had to stop now just in case someone else woke up. And one thing before that. Well,ter, when people ask who did this, can you keep this a secret? Jin-hyuk put his pinky out. I will never tell anyone. Because a heros identity can never be revealed! The boy smiled and linked his pinky too. On the 3rd floor of the Tower of Trials, there were two ces the yers hadnt reached yet. One was the boss room on the 3rd floor that blocked the way to the 4th floor. The other one was right here. It was a ce called the Cathedral of Hatred, abyrinth that had destroyed countless challengers. But Contrary to its notoriety, the ce had been conquered a while back by the demonic humans. Damn, why is the security so tight in here? This isnt good for us. A slender woman grunted, a lot of anger expressed through her words. She couldnt help it. Layers of barriers and traps were ced here to prevent yers from approaching. Thebyrinth was also filled with numerous high-ranking undead monsters that made it difficult to suppress nervousness, even if they were demonic humans. Stopining, Melena. I am already not feeling too well because of that stupid doctor. The Asian man next to her clicked his tongue. It wasnt much, but the cold energy which exuded from his body wasnt inferior to that of a giant monster. Li Qiao. Should I be paying attention to your mood now? That would be a good thing. If you dont want to die. Interesting. You speak like you are a lot stronger than me? Melena took his gaze head-on. It wouldnt be strange for their weapons to be unsheathed at any moment. Both of you, let it go. A man in a ck hood interrupted their little fight with a low and heavy voice. Unlike what Melena and Li Qiao were wearing, the mans hood had an inverted red cross on its shoulder alongside the Roman numeral VII. I understand. Tch! They obeyed themand and just nodded their heads. Melena and Lu Qiao had worked outside the Tower for over a decade but still didnt get along. Truthfully, it was contradictory to even talk about demonic humans getting along with each other. They were an apocalyptic cult that indulged in a pseudo-religion. Their members were made of killers who killed for pleasure, to the point of even bing mercenaries. They were monsters who had thrown their humanity away. It was a group that hated being bound by any kind ofw. But no matter how poor Alexs skills are, I dont understand how he lost even with so many resources. Li Qiao opened his mouth. Well, a guy named Kang Jin-hyuk was one of the Tower veterans. His rank should even be simr to ours. Do not be so careless. Maybe he is higher ranked than us. At those words from the hooded man, air escaped from their mouths. Ah, please. Even the executives who went up to the 20th floor were treated as insane. You think he went even higher than them? I also think we are putting him on a pedestal he doesnt deserve. We chose [Tower of Trials], a virtual reality world to avoid the eyes of the CIA and stuff, and we know more about the Tower than others Right. The other yers dont have a special reason to move like us. There was no need for them to hide in the tower to avoid the eyes of others. It had been 11 years since the game was released. However, most people quit the game in less than 3. A natural thing. Even people who enjoyed games with extreme difficulty didnt want to waste their time. An average yer would only want to be in something that got better in time to endure the boredom. Was there a fool who threw away his life in this tedious game? Why would he? But a strange tension lingered on the mans face. His intuition had made him rise to this associations executive position. Beyond that, his own fear continued to send him warning signals. He should never underestimate Kang Jin-hyuk. Do not be careless. That was something only fools did. Then You two, go with Cadrick. If there was even a slight chance to take down Kang Jin-hyuk, he would seize it. At thest gate on the 3rd floor of the Tower of Trials, Jin-hyuk stood in front of the only path to the 4th floor. Phew He took a long breath. All preparationsplete. All the items he had asked Lee Yuri to prepare were now safely in his subspace inventory. His physical and magical conditions were also tuned to their best state. All that was left was to turn on his broadcast channel before the boss battle. If I am thinking about the future, I should collect as many coins as possible. The first video he uploaded had amazing views within the first 24 hours. Good yers would get coins naturally. Inversely, yers without a name would have difficulty getting even 10 views in a hundred days. So he would have to rise up the ranks and get the highest position. To prevent anypetitors froming after him. Lets work hard today, He only nned to use the broadcast of this boss raid to attract the publics attention. But even then, he wasnt going to broadcast it live. Publishing it to the public without editing was dangerous. If I can impress everyone smartly on the first broadcast, then editing it nicely is good. It also meant that the next one would be easier if his first video was a huge hit. However, at the moment, Jin-hyuk was thinking about his new channel name as a painful memory came. Not Captain Timo! Hell never use that kind of name again. He wanted to forget that nightmare. Jin-hyuk bit his fingers. He prided himself on knowing more than anyone about the Tower of Trials, but he still had this fatal w. No matter how hard he tried, his naming ability didnt improve. How many minutes had passed? A name shed through his mind. Unknown. He mumbled it. Thats right. [Do you want to name this channel ''Unknown''?] A status window appeared, asking for confirmation. Yes. I will. When he had cleared the Labyrinth, the system rmended the code name Unknown to protect his identity. The meaning of Unknown. At that time, he thought he simply liked the sound of it, but now he also found that he liked its meaning. The main concept is to hide behind the identity of the mask. [Your personal channel has been created!] [Channel name ''Unknown''!] [Broadcast function is activated!] [Real-time streaming is only avable when fighting boss monsters on each floor.] Current BJ Rating General: (90%mission taken) Viewers: 0/1,000 Subscribers: 0 Ba-dump! Jin-hyuks heart beat quickly. What am I getting so nervous for? In the past, the concept of live streaming in the game was quite vague. It was because so few people yed [Tower of Trials]. This was virtually his first live broadcast for the Tower. It would be a lie if he said he wasnt excited. [The Tower of Trials 3rd floor boss battle: I will show you how a veteran raids for the first time on broadcast.] With a title like this, it should attract many viewers. Now then, lets move. Onest time, JIn-hyuk checked the mask and ced it on his face. Step. And he walked towards the other side of the swaying gate. Chapter 56: End Of 3rd Floor, The Heartless Army (2) Chapter 56: End Of 3rd Floor, The Heartless Army (2) Woong! As his darkened vision returned, thendscape in front of him had changedpletely. It was now a ce reminiscent of an old-fashioned oriental temple with trees filled with reddish autumn leaves. This was the battlefield at the end of the 3rd floor and the main stage of the raid. [A new challenger has appeared in the realm of the ''Heartless Army'' on the 3rd floor.] A status window appeared as he entered the boss monsters room. After seeing this, he realized it was finally time for those guys toe. Ill be crazy busy for the next few days. This raid required more than just numbers. Step. Jin-hyuk bowed slowly towards the outskirts of the temple. Before entering this realm, there was a task he needed to resolve first. After all, the autumn leaves here can be rated as the best in the Tower. The super view of the room was what he thought about. This vast autumn forest spanned tens of kilometers and was undoubtedly beautiful. But he wasnt just looking at the leaves. It has to be here Jin-hyuks eyes moved quickly between all the simr-looking trees. Among them, there was a special tree that differed from the others. Found it! Jin-hyuk looked at it. It was called the human-faced tree. A giant tree with the face of a human. It was a tree that was quite popr among yers as it had been uploaded to themunity quite a few times. And as he was about to approach the tree. [''Useless Exploration Specialist'' entered] -UselessExplorationSpecialist: I came here to see because I was feeling bored. But what kind of man would go to a boss room that even therge guilds couldn''t attack? The first viewer entered the room. But the guy was only cursing at him. -UselessExplorationSpecialist: Ha, this jerk wears a mask too. Why are there so many people with the same concept these days? I am leaving. Bye bye [The viewer has left.] Hmm Considering his reaction, it seemed like the number of people wearing masks had increased. But he could understand why. Attracting attention was a virtue for any broadcaster. Since a yer with a mask had cleared the Corridor of the Fallen, it was definitely a character type that everybody wanted to use. It wasnt difficult to find simr masks. At that time. [BiscuitisFuture entered] [BaeksuOverTusu has entered] Another viewer came in. This time it was two people. They didnt give off the smell of a long-time broadcaster. -BiscuitIsFuture: Hmm. What is this? The stream showed up on the rted searches for the 3rd-floor broadcast. -BaeksuOverTusu: I saw it and came here too! Hehe! As expected! -BiscuitIsFuture: Wow, but this is my first time seeing a solo challenger. Is this man crazy? Doesn''t he know that this is a ce where a 100-man raid had failed? -BaeksuOverTusu: If he is a lost young elk who shakes his hips to the sides, I will tell him the way out! A sarcastic conversation. Cute. Jin-hyuk smiled. Seeing these people chatting like this reminded him of his past as a BJ. It felt like he was falling into his past memories. Right. This is how broadcasting is. Viewers would make fun of the new BJs they watch for the first time. The BJ would then win the heart of the viewers by showing off their skills. So he was looking forward to it, how the attitude of such people would change. -BiscuitIsFuture: Uh? Maybe he didn''t see it? -BaeksuOverTusu: Actually, the asional ones do this and try to get lucky. Those hoping that this challenge will be a lottery for them. -BiscuitIsFuture: But who doesn''t watch Viewtube? Don''t they know it is impossible if they have seen the other yers? All three of the human-faced trees questions had to be answered for the reward to be received. asionally, someone would get one question right, but no one could answer all three. Even the explorers who enjoyed exploration and research couldnt do it. For this reason, the tree was ignoredpletely. Until Jin-hyuk came. Kukuku! It was then that the human-faced tree turned to him. Kulkul. After all, you are a unique human. Those pumpkin-colored eyes turned to Jin-hyuk. At the same time, an innocent-sounding voice that did not match its face came out of its mouth. Did youe here to solve my quiz? Yes. Let me take a look at the questions now. Shh! Jin-hyukid down on the fallen leaves by the tree. It was so lovely and soft. It felt like he was burying himself inside natures mattress. It was also a bonus that allowed him to rest and pick on his chin. Seeing that, the tree shouted. W-what are you doing! Uh? How dare you act this rude when someone is in front of you! If you irritate me, I will give you a question that cannot be solved! Ah this? Sorry, I must befortable in my body to focus well, so do not worry about it. Eik! -BaeksuOverTusu: Hahaha. I like this concept. -BuscuitIsFuture: I''ve never seen the tree getting angry at yers. [PizzaSweetAndSourPork John Matteng has entered] -PizzaSweetAndSourPork John Matteng: What is this room? -BaeksuOverTusu: Ah, a new viewer. It is a room with lots of fun. -BuscuitIsFuture: It is a bit unique. A yer with a dual attitude concept. [SaeYoungEonHwan has entered] -BaeksuOverTusu: Ah, you are back -BuscuitIsFuture: Hey, this room is good. But what does your name mean? -SaeYoungEonHwan: New Heroes Always Weed! -PizzaSweetAndSourPork John Matteng: What kind of concept is it? Gradually the numbers increased. This wasnt a bad start. Above all, the most positive sign was that viewers wereing without anyone leaving. Because this meant that this was worth something they could invest the time in. At that time Fine. If you answer all three questions, I will give any number of maple leaves I have. The human-faced tree calmed its anger and said this. But its voice was still shaking. And Jin-hyuk could see that. You cannot change it backter. Okay? You promised that you would give me any number of your leaves. What do you think of me? On the honor of the tree spirit, I will keep my promise. Hmm. I will trust you if you say that. And he made the tree take an oath, so it wouldnt change its wordster. Then let me ask you the first question. Please answer about the optimum depth and temperature for the seawater species KelGorn. It is a naturally easy question. No amount of error will be allowed. The KelGorn was a monster that lived in a deep sea reef on the 7th floor. -BaeksuOverTusu: Wow, this is insane right from the start. I have heard of the monster, but the depth and temp? -BuscuitIsFuture: The correct answer! It lives pretty deep. Hehe. -PizzaSweetAndSourPork John Matteng: Might be cold as it is deep water, around -5 degrees? I don''t know. -SaeYoungEunHwan: They''re just saying the wrong answer. This is gone. The viewers responses clearly indicated that they didnt like this question. But Depth is 175, and the temperature is 1.5 degrees. Jin-hyuk immediately answered the question. How many times have I snorkeled down there? In the middle of being impressed by Disneys Little Mermaid, he got bored and went for a dive there. So he knew. Not just the depth and temperature, he could even tell the tree about the changes in the current flow. The tree looked shocked as Jin-hyuk said, Next. I didnt say you are right yet. If It isnt the answer, you wouldnt be silent. Use your head. fine. Then the second question. How yers can take the Felianis spongy body Just put Salt of Sunshine Desert and a Holy Water made by the priest who finished the second appetizer in a pot and cook the white tree growing in the winter cave with firewood for five hours. On low heat. Another correct answer. The trees face was bing stiffer. He had asked the most difficult questions to this rude human, but wasnt he answering them too easily? And now there was just one chance left. The range of questions that the human-faced tree could ask covered topics up to the 10th floor. However, this wasnt the time to be fair. Because its pride as the greatest, oldest, and most knowledgeable tree on the 3rd floor was at stake. Last question! The giant eagles of Sky teau only mate once a year. Which month is that in? -BaeksuOverTusu: Sky teau? Is there such a ce? -BuscuitIsFuture: It is the first time I am hearing about it. First time I''ve heard about a monster called the Giant Eagle too. -PizzaSweetAndSourPork John Matteng: Wow, human-faced tree. Since he got two right, it is now making up some weird questions? -SaeYoungYeonHwan: If you look at everything we know, this isn''t something from the Tower floors we know. Thats right. The Sky teau was on the 15th floor. Moreover, it was located on the highest point of that floor, so it was a ce where even the most famed yers had never been. Such a question could not be answered correctly. Even the cheeky human here would be frustrated and angry. The result was already obvious. Right. It will be that November 17th when the first snow falls. An answer that shouldnt havee out appeared anyway. W-who are you? How can you know all of this! The human-faced tree was angry. Kukuku! Its branches were swaying as numerous leaves flew up in the air. I am not a great person. I just like to wander around the tower. Donot make meugh. No human can answer all my questions. Do not get too excited. If you stay calm, I will tell you something you dont know. I dont know? Right. It seems you are aware that the giant eagles mate for a year, right? Giant eagles mate twice when their numbers fall low after having a special diet. Y-You really mean that? W-what the hell do they eat for. Uh! Ahem! The tree cleared its voice, but it was toote, as its true intention had leaked out. -BaeksuOverTusu: Phew! It is my first time seeing someone break the quiz. -BuscuitIsFuture: Wow, does this make sense? This is some Naver Intellectual. -PizzaSweetAndSourPork John Matteng: It looks like an awful situation, to be honest. It''s like the gods sent this guy to smash this ce. -BAeksuOverTusu: Admit it! Thanks to the guy, we can see the reward for the first time. -SaeYoungEonHwan: What will he choose? When a yer passes the quiz, they would be given the right to choose one of the special items in the trees possession. Red leaves boosted attack power. Yellow for defense. Finally, the green would increase agility. -BiscuitIsFuture: Of course, it will be red, which gives attack power. The raid team also took the quiz to get those leaves which will help when attacking the boss. -SaeYoungEonHwan: I would rather he chose yellow. Defense is essential. -BaeksuIverTusu: If he doesn''t have speed, nothing will work. Agility is the right choice. Green leaves! Unknown hyung! Let''s enter a new world. -SaeYoungEonHwan: What are you saying? Defense is the pride of a man! The chat window was blowing up. The situation was sure to be put into the Hall of Fame. Their chat logs showed that they were all too excited about this. Now tell me. What do you want from me? The tree asked. And the viewers were all focused. Depending on his choice, the fight with the boss on the 3rd floor would change. But You use a lot of trashy maple leaves to hide the good ones. You have ck ones, right? Give them to me. Jin-hyuks words made everyone dumbfounded. Chapter 57: End Of 3rd Floor, The Heartless Army (3) Chapter 57: End Of 3rd Floor, The Heartless Army (3) B-ck leaves? The human-faced tree stuttered as it heard those words it hadnt expected. It was the same for the viewers watching. -BuscuitIsFuture: What? It wasn''t just three types of leaves we could get as a reward? What are these ck leaves? -BaeksuOverTusu: Looking at how shocked the tree seems, maybe it''s like a hidden reward? -SeoYoungEonHwan: It makes sense to know information that others do not if he is a veteran. -BiscuitIsFuture: Does it make sense? Why would they go solo? They should build a guild or something. -SaeYoungEonHwan: Why? He could be a veteran who likes traveling alone without belonging to one ce. Right, there was one like that. The strongest yer who cleared the Corridor of the Fallen alone while wearing a mask. However, that was a difficult reality to ept. Because the viewers had been fooled by too many fakes. But what if this was the real one? What if they hade to that yers channel? -SaeYoungEonHWan: Above all else, this situation makes no sense. He knew about the hidden rewards in the tower? How many people were there who would have such information? Anyone who could know this much had to be There was no doubt. It was a certainty. -BaeksuOverTusu: Wooowo. Unknown hyung! I am a huge fan of yours! I watched the corridor raid video twelve times a day! -BiscuitIsFuture: First of all, I want to greet you! The behavior of the chat turned 180 degrees. Jin-hyuk didnt even care as he was already expecting this kind of reaction. H-how do you know about the ck leaves? It doesnt matter how I know. Just give it to me. B-but theyre! The tree seemed agitated. The ck leaves had a decay effect. However, it needed to dry and kill all of its remaining leaves to make its ck leaves. This meant that no other yer could take the quiz. Now, dont go around making excuses. You said it with your own mouth that I get to take what I want. Did it already forget that it promised upon the honor of the spirit? Ah, it couldnt have. kuk. Not that. Please. Instead of that, if there is anything else I can do. I dont need anything. All I want is the ck leaf. As long as the stream was live, the information about the ck leaves had already gone out to everyone. As time passed, the information would spread, and more people would pass the quiz. I cannot leave it for them. Even after all that, he could not let anyone else get a leaf enchanted with simr attributes. Because they are not allowed to use items like mine or those I dont have. This was a perfectly normal way to y. Jin-hyuk held out his palm. Nopromise here. And finally Pss The reddish autumn leaves which covered the tree began to burn ck. [You have answered all 3 questions asked by the human-faced tree!] [You have acquired 1280 ck leaves!] [ck Leaf Acquisition Difficulty: AAA Description: When used on weapon or armor, a special effect of corruption attribute (Inflicts additional damage equal to 1% of target''s total health per 3 minutes when attacked) is added. The caster does not take damage. Only enemies are affected by the attack.] Nice. Finally, he had all of the puzzle pieces. Jin-hyuk turned to the temple, leaving the tree behind, looking 1000 years older. The temple had a nostalgic atmosphere. Jin-hyuk chose the east entrance of the temples four entrances. -BiscuitIsFuture: The east is dangerous. Isn''t that the most difficult one? -BaeksuOverTusu: At the other entrance, you can see the four-story stone pagoda but from the east is hell. Why did he choose the most difficult side? It wasnt anything tooplex. Because the east is the most fun. That was why he used this route the most. After trying and challenging this temple hundreds of times, his body still remembered the way, and he didnt hate it. So how would you get to the boss? Jin-hyuk pulled out his reddish dagger. At the same time Kukukuku! The pirs on both sides of the entrance began to vibrate violently. It was a defense mechanism that responded to an intruder. Oh! Grrrr The stone statues lined up along the wall began to move. Rock statues standing a meter tall looked at Jin-hyuk. -BiscuitIfFuture: Damn, they are here too. Those damned statues. -BaeksuOverTusu: It is terribly tough to destroy them There was a reason why these stone statues were difficult enemies. They had a life orb within them that had to be destroyed to make them stop movingpletely. In addition, the statues attack power and movement speed were terrifyingly urate. Seven such statues surrounded Jin-hyuk. These statues clenched their fists and gradually narrowed down the distance. Kung! Kwang! The battle began with the sound of howling wind. The stone statues quickly closed the remaining space between them. Here ites. Jin-hyuk slightly loosened his arms and legs. If he wanted to destroy them cleanly, he needed to stop them all from recovering. First, to the right. Attacks from above were simple and straightforward but had a strangely destructive power. Those had to be avoided. Jin-hyuk lowered his center of gravity Wong! At nearly the same time, the fists came through the air. And then came a kick aimed at his back. It was a sophisticated and poignant straight kick. Kaaang! Jin-hyuk raised his dagger to stop it. He knew what to avoid and what to defend. At the end of the series of attacks, the statues slowly came closer to ensure that Jin-hyuk was cornered. -BiscuitIsFutue: Wow! Avoiding all that! Look at those crazy moves -BaeksuOverTusu: Isn''t it like he memorized every pattern? -SaeYoungEonHwan: As expected, it seems like he is on a different level from those who just tried to y aggressively. At this rate, it seemed possible to break through the entrance. Of course, he would still have to destroy the life orb in them, but this was still a massive achievement for him. But The viewers were all shocked at what they saw. -BaeksuOverTusu: is there no rey function? The stone statue stopped moving, and all of its pieces fell to the ground as if it was cut. There was only one condition in which this happened. When the life orb was destroyed. Clench! Jin-hyuk pulled out his dagger from the stone statues shoulder. And looked at the cut life orb. The life orb has the tendency to move in the opposite direction of an attack. For example, when attacking from the right side, the orb would move to the left. Because it instinctively hid when in crisis. The exact location could be identified by the subtle shaking of the stone statues body. It wasnt a waste of time to go through these hardships in the past. Jin-hyuk smiled. Thanks to this, a fight expected to take an hour at the quickest ended much quicker. It took him only three minutes. [Current viewers: 38,350] Within 30 minutes, around 38,000 viewers hade. It was incredibly fast. Especially considering this was his first broadcast. -VeteranIdentification: The more I look at it, the more creepy it gets. I don''t know if the boss fight can be sessful? -BaeksuOverTusu: It is possible. I started watching this hyung from when the stream started, and I believe him. -dead998: The elite raids ofrge guilds also tried to clear it, right? Raids were originally created to ovee the shorings of solo raiding. -BigPie: I agree with this. It isn''t for nothing that there are roles like aggro, tank, and heal. -EndingLife: Besides, the monsters haven''te out yet. The opinions were mixed, as some were pessimistic that the masked man wouldnt be able to cross the final hurdle too easily. At that time. It doesnt matter whether you believe it or not, but I want you to stop talking about it. Jin-hyuk scratched his head, feeling annoyed. -BigPie: Huh? Did he say something to us? -ndCurry: Ah, no. Would he have said that to the viewers if he was sane? -Angermanagement: Right. But he knows that he would lose subscribers if he said that to the viewers. I did say it to you people. Just watch this quietly. Because he had no intention of making them feel like they owned his channel. If you want to get out of the channel, get out, and if you want to watch, then do so. But keep one thing in mind, I am the owner of this channel, not you. There were definitely yers like that. Those who bowed down to the viewers for the sake of views. They would show whatever image the viewer wanted to see. And the number of views will go up too. But If you get dragged around like that, they wouldnt be able to do the things they want to. Foolish bastards. If his primary audience were the people outside, then the number of viewers now made no sense. Jin-hyuk was simply ying around with this channel. He would use a strategy that only veterans would know of. Skills. If he had those I dont have to be dragged around by these viewers. Because once high-quality content was shown, people woulde and stick around. It is more important to stick to one concept. Right, that would be how the Unknown yer worked. And as Jin-hyuk thought that. -KangHodo: I understand this hyung''s concept. Lol -Deadlife: Wow, so chic! -BaeksuOverTusus: It is normal to feel bad, but why do I don''t? I feel like I''m a pervert. -SaeYoungEunHwan: To be honest, it is fresh. Some viewers were bing attached to this tough-acting yer concept. But then suddenly, the chat volume increased frantically. This? Something registered itself on Jin-hyuks senses. Chapter 58: End Of 3rd Floor, The Heartless Army (4) Chapter 58: End Of 3rd Floor, The Heartless Army (4) He could feel powerful magic from the gate to the north. This wasnt a raid from arge guild, as he had made sure to let them know he was doing this alone. Woong! Jin-hyuk frowned as he felt disgusting and unpleasant energy. There was no doubt. A Necromancer, to be precise, one from the Demonic Human Association. They sure dont want to give up, do they? In order to unravel the twisted nature of their rtionships, Cadrick hade here directly. This would probably be fun. Broadcast viewers, I will turn it back on again after a while. Jin-hyuk said to his stream. -dead998: No, what are you saying? What are you a eunuch to go for a sudden release? -BaeksuOverTusus: Hyung, can''t you see that the number of viewers is increasing now? You need to paddle when the wateres! -VeteranIdentification: Is there a BJ who has more important things than this? -SaeYoungEonHwan: Tell me at least what time you will turn it back on again. The viewers were just starting to have fun watching Jin-hyuks content. Of course, a bacsh to his decision to temporarily suspend the stream would inevitably appear. I dont know when I will turn it on again, but check for yourself ande. -Dead998: How do we subscribe to this? -PizzaSweetAndSourPork: I am trying to get everything to understand this concept. -SaeYoungEonHwan: I like this selfish concept. -VeteranIdentification: I am looking forward to seeing the boss fight. End of chat. [Broadcast has ended.] The first broadcast was nowplete, and the chat window activity stopped. This is more tiring than I thought. Jin-hyuk scratched his head as he thought about how he felt he had be quite used to broadcasting after doing it for years. Trying to handle dozens of viewerspared to the thousands was utterly different. Hed have to get used to it, though. Because no one was famous from the beginning. Now that the eyes that were watching had gone, it was time to y with Cadrick. I hope you have prepared hard enough this time. Because Jin-hyuk had a twisted personality, he found it fun to demolish things that other people worked hard to build. Especially if the opponent was simple trash. At the northern Supreme Harmony Gate of the temple. Dozens of necromancers struggled to reach the four-story pagoda where the key to the inner chamber was stored. They had been trying to break through for almost 10 hours, but the path hadnt opened as it was blocked by a thick defensiveyer of stone statues. Gather the troops! We need to break through here! Cadrick pulled on a strap around his neck. He continued to release magic but only felt frustration as there were no results. If it dragged on like this, his necromancers would only be exhausted before reaching the boss. Y-yes! Put the Durahan in the forefront! Those with high differentials should focus on doing damage. I will ce a curse on you and let everything pour out! [Cadrick activates Lv5 ''Night of the Dead''!] [Johan activates Lv3 ''Weakened''!] [Setsuna activates Lv2 ''Fatigue''!] Kuak! Kik! The undead army roared wildly. Most of their numbers were skeleton warriors or archers, but mid-sized monsters such as the durahan could asionally be spotted. Certainly, it is nice to see. Jin-hyuk took out the popcorn and c he kept in the subspace inventory. It wasntmon to see these kinds of spectacr scenes. Especially a group battle involving necromancers who specialized in guiding arge number of units. Gooooo! Kuuuuuk! Hundreds of small stone statues had been knocked down at the entrance. Their condition waspletely different from when they were simply swinging their fists. The stone statues here used armor, shields, and spears like an army. At that moment. Kwakwakwang! The first row of each army collided. Kuak! Gooo! Dust made up of bone and rocks fell all over the ground. Two different kinds of armies. Their goal was to wipe out their opponent. It was a battle that was difficult to predict which side would push ahead. And how much time had passed? The tight bnce between the sides was beginning to tip slightly. It was very subtle but hard to ignore. Oh. They will break through? Surprisingly, the necromancers and undead army were doing well. Should he say they were like a battalion that went in without fear of death? Even the obsession in their eyes felt like poison. Hmm This was a bit difficult. It was a pleasant surprise that Cadrick was here. Saying that, even if he got a key, it wouldnt register in the minds of the general public. Because I will be the only one to get the spotlight for this raid. Eliminating unwantedpetitors early was probably the answer. Shh. Jin-hyuk stood up. He didnt know if either side was strong or if the two were just equally weak. Just a little Even the slightest intervention would destroy the tense bnce. I need to aim for a time that would cause them the most pain. Hed already confirmed where to best stab the opponent to make them shed tears of blood. Woong! Jin-hyuk gathered his magic and, at that moment A new variable entered the battlefield. W-what? A necromancer who had been frantically using ck magic suddenly shifted to wind magic. It was a surprise for two reasons. The first surprise was that a human being had appeared from the side. The second was that said human brought with them a de covered with sword energy. He activated a shield to defend against the sudden attack. It increased his chance of survival by 1% at least. In an instant, a ck curtain of magic spread around the necromancer. He had activated the best defense skill at his disposal. Of course, it was almost as good as nothing But the magic. Ak? sh! Blood gushed out from his cleanly-cut throat. The man, whose head was decapitated, staggered a few steps before his corpse fell to the ground. A few seconds passed since the rest of the necromancers took notice of Jin-hyuks sudden appearance. Jin-hyuk took the time to dissipate his sword energy to save his own magic. Like a joke of fate, all of the necromancers turned their eyes to the dagger, drawn to it like moths to a fire. Such a surprise! A yer? How many? I am alone. Theres no one around! Not funny. What can you even do on your own? He was nothing but a fly. All they had to do was to organize the situation and immediately refocus on the battle. Kill him! With an annoyedmand, the skeleton archers aimed their bows toward Jin-hyuk. The strings on their bows were pulled tight. Poison, frost, fire. Magic arrows imbued with three elements were fired off at the same time. Before the arrows could even hit, however Kukukuku! [Lv2 Ice Formation is activated!] [Blessing of the Stars is activated!] Magic of a wholly different level surged out. Ice pirs engraved with snowkes smashed away all of the arrows fired at Jin-hyuk. A thickyer of ice then shattered. Kuak. What kind of ice. The necromancers gritted their teeth and stepped back. The cold energy was so terrible that it raised the hairs on their bodies. In addition, some of the higher-level undead was going out of control due to the light pouring from the sky. Kuaa! The durahans frantically swung their axes around, smashing everything in sight. Ack! Why are the ones who went mad attacking us?! Focus on controlling them again. All these guys have lost their minds due to that divine power! S-save me! The order and control of the battlefield had copsed. This was a deration of war on Cadrick. Since you rang the doorbell, I should treat the guests properly. Cadrick, who had been inmand of all the troops from the rear, felt like he was walking into hell. Even if that damned idiot has to show up, does he have toe at the worst time? Victory was already theirs! If they had just pushed a little further, he would have gotten the key hidden inside the four-story pagoda. There was only one step left to reach the goal. However, All of the carefully made ns were thrown into the mud instead due to the masked yers appearance. C-cadrick. Even the third group was destroyed. There is no doubt that only our people are being aimed at Skeletons or durahans cannot stop him. He had created four groups to maximize raid efficiency. Precious agents that had made it possible to simplify the supply of magic were now copsing. Ack! Cadrick groaned. This was not how he wanted things to be. Currently, there were three Death Knights that they had created by investing enormous amounts of resources. It was their secret weapon that they had brought in to deal with the monsters inside the temple. The main problem was that the other party also knew about it. This way! Jin-hyuk, who had been raging only on the necromancers side, went towards the stone statues this time. He headed towards the strongest stone statue there. The Moai Stone Statue. Can you catch me if you move this slow? After Jin-hyuk provoked the opponent, he went towards the middle of a pack of undead. Oh! Kuaak! The giant stone statue with a single face soared high into the sky. Its shadow fell dark on the undead and the necromancers below. Kwak! Why are you here, you idiot! Avoid it! If it falls down here, we all die! As the panicked screams and shouts filled the air. The Moai statue fell. Kwang! Arge crater was formed in the middle of the ground due to the impact. There was no need to even wonder what happened to those who had been beneath it. Of course, Jin-hyuk, who made it happen, was alive and well. Oh my, it must hurt. No matter how strong your bones are, they cannot stand this. It is a level which cannot be solved with calcium intake. Those bones must have turned into powder as if they had osteoporosis. It wasnt an enemy that a normal undead could deal with. They would have to send out the Death Knights to stop the Moai statue. Cadrick would have no choice but to struggle with this dilemma. If he aimed for me, then his undead would all die. But if he left the statue alone, the process of him dying would be slower. Either way, there was no bright future for them from here on out. Finally, no longer able to control his temper, Cadrick shouted at Jin-hyuk. T-this brat! What kind of enmity do you have to keep throwing dirt in our faces? Uh? We have done no harm to you, so why are you trying to burn down our livelihood! Ah. This story. Jin-hyuk shrugged as if not understanding why he was asking such an obvious question. This was the ce that I had imed already. But then they came here to try and make it their own. Of course, he wanted to throw dirt on their faces! Besides, why are you demonic humans even speaking like you have been walking down the right path? Who went around in a dungeon saying, This is my spot, or Ah, I didnt know, sorry? Who does that? This was a ce where you could get stabbed in the back at any time. The weak die and are purged, while the strong would move up and survive. That was the only rule that was followed in the Tower. Dont whine, ande at me if you haveints. Jin-hyuk snapped his finger at Cadrick. Chapter 59: End Of 3rd Floor, The Heartless Army (5) Chapter 59: End Of 3rd Floor, The Heartless Army (5) Do not keep provoking me. If we go in for a proper fight, we might suffer, but you wont be able to survive here either. Cadrick was angry. Even from just hearing his voice, he sounded like a child who could not hold back his anger. Yes. Yes. Old man. I understand that you have many undead troops prepared, so stop using your mouth. Ive been told imnts cost a lot of money these days. This this fucking person! I will kill you! Cadricks face was red, and, at the same time, arge explosion of magic erupted from the staff he was holding. Kukuku! [Cadrick activates his unique ability, ''Gravekeeper of the ck Tomb''!] [Special Skill'' Guardian of Pyramid'' is activated!] C-cadrick! Are you using that here?! There will be no more mana to use to face the boss after this! His fellow necromancers shouted at him to stop, but it was toote as Cadrick was hellbent on killing his opponent. Shut up and just follow my orders! Even if the boss fight failed, he wanted to kill this guy! The Demonic Human Association might have something to say about it, but he didnt care. All he wanted to do was tear this bastard to pieces! Kukuku! It was then that the ground began to crack. Ack! Kuaak! New undead began to rise up from the ground. These looked more like mummies with bandages wrapped around them. Their armor, adorned with gold and jewels alongside their Egyptian-style crescent swords, stood out in particr. Huk! Huk! Huk Cadrick had to calm his heart. Due to this skill consuming more of his magic, his face was pale but filled with a sense of aplishment. The ability to summon the bodyguards of a Pharaoh Seeing something like this it felt like doing everything on his own was a bit too much. Perhaps using necromancers and summoners to do the work while he gave out orders from behind was better? To be honest, he felt envious. What if. If only the subordinates are made up of those who are actually useful. Even if there werent a thousand, just a few who could perform well was enough. No, summoning strong undead wasnt easy for anyone. The mana that these undead consumed was too extreme. You still have that arrogant mouth pping around. Fine. I will show you my true power. Cadrick once again gathered his magic. Tsss! Tsss! He wondered if the staff would glow, but it instead flickered, and no magic came out. Shhh. Did I overdo it? Cadrick clicked his tongue briefly. But it was just for a moment. Come here. I need help. Cadrick grabbed the necromancer next to him by the neck. C-cadrick, sir! Ack! Swish! Cadrick absorbed the necromancers vitality through his hand. The necromancer who had been grabbed soon twisted their body. They tried to escape but to no avail. Since Cadrick wasnt the type to let his prey go. Quiet quiet now. The pain will only grow if you struggle. Swish! Kuak.ack! The screams began to fade. Not long after, the dried-up necromancer crumbled to ashes. Disgusting. Arent you on the same side? Huhu. Of course, we are the same. Which is why we dedicate our lives for the sake of victory. You are saying good words for someone who kills people without consent. Perhaps I should agree. Later. If you go to hell and meet the guy, ask him directly how he feels. Cadrick, who had been supplied with enough magic, stroked his staff. And. Thud! Thud! The undead soldiers at the front line, which had been pushed back by the Moai statue, began to turn the tide as their new reinforcements arrived. Woop! Bang! Spears made of gold were swiftly piercing the stone statues, the power behind each attack overwhelming. It had to be at least the level of a death knight to destroy ten of the Moai statues at once. The Moai statues were powerful. A simple change in the number of the undead should not have been enough to change the oue. How is that? Can you still speak after seeing that? Cadrick smiled confidently as Jin-hyuk bit his lip. Seeing that only made Cadrick more excited. Puahaha! At a loss of words now? Right, it is normal to be excited. Uh? Jin-hyuk tilted his head What was with this old man? No, I was at a loss of words because it is just too ridiculous. Seriously, were you nning on attacking the boss with just this much strength? No matter how good this looked, they would have been wiped out in 5 minutes No matter how carefully he considered the scenario, the necromancers were bound to have been destroyed. However Despite his honest advice, Cadrick was considering it a simple bluff. Whenever one is pushed to a corner, they start to talk nonsense. Well done. Let us end this boring conversation. Cadrick gave the order. Kiik! Kuak! His mummy soldiers roared loudly, their mouths seemingly torn as ck smoke seeped from inside them. Kill him. In a forest a little distance away from the temple. At the highest point among the trees, two people, a man and a woman, watched the battle while perching on a branch. It was Melena and Li Qiao who were sent from the Demonic Human association. Hmm. A lot more reckless than I thought. Melena tilted her head as Li Qiao said. His intentions when destroying the first group were good, but not getting out immediately was foolish. Puah! Well, that isnt courage for sure but in stupidity. But what on earth was he thinking by not running away? He must have misjudged the difference in power with the opponent. He thought we only had skeletons and durahans, but he was wrong. Cadricks unique ability is so annoying. ck magic that could resurrect arge number of corpses was useful for this battle, which was why he had been put in charge. On the other hand, Cadricks opponent seemed toox. And because he is foolish, we dont have a reason to go out. Cadrick can handle this on his own Or at least thats what they thought. Psss.! A strong energy rose up from the masked man. Uh? What is that? It was not magic or divine power but rather a sense of coldness. Ominous and dark. Their eyes shook at the ferocious magic that covered the dagger in the masked mans hand. W-what is that? What kind of absurd skills does he have? Melena jumped up in disbelief. It was the same for Li Qiao, who was utterly dumbfounded. This was absurd. No matter how strong and confident he was in his skills, who would think they could win against such arge army of undead. Gulp! Li Qiao gulped. Due to his battle with the stone statues, he thought the masked man must have used up at least half of his strength. However, if this was all just a trap. If this whole sequence was carefully calcted to provoke Cardick and end with him being surrounded by the enemy line. Perhaps this would be the worst ending imaginable for them. [Sword Grave is activated!] The sensation was ominous as goosebumps rose up on his skin. Right, this is it. Jin-hyuk smiled. That feeling of something creeping in. Ice Formation and Blessing of the Stars were good skills, but this was why he liked the Sword Grave more. Magic and divine abilities do not have this kind of thrilling taste. This ability to choose to attack alone without paying attention to defense was the real ability that made a veteran of the tower a veteran. Um was it like this? Jin-hyuk moved his dagger, which was covered with ck energy, to the left and right. The des smooth trajectory continued to cut the air a few times before Finally Oh! I did it. A portion of the Soul Chasing Sword Dance that Chun Yuseong had used was being reproduced. [Understanding of the Soul Chasing Sword increases.] Jin-hyuk had managed to reproduce the most amazing sword dance. It had been an art he had ignored entirely while spending 10 years of his life in this game. However, now that he had the skills of a swordsman in his repertoire, such a gap didnt seem like a problem. Woong! Woong! The sound of the wind blowing filled the air. Now he understood why this sword technique was called such. [Understanding of the Soul Chasing Sword increases.] How to properly use it? He wouldprehend it all. [Understanding of the Soul Chasing Sword increases.] As the status windows appeared constantly, memories flowed into his mind as he reached a true understanding. Soul Chasing Sword Dance. ck mes spread around his body. Fifth form. This was the final form of the sword technique that even Chun Yuseong could not reach. Soul Chasing Heaven Destroyer. This fifth form was referred to as the essence of the sword. What Cadricks eyes shook. At the same time, Jin-hyuk swung his dagger horizontally. Kwakwakwag! The first thing which escaped his de was the wind. It was a weapon that only released wind but also magic. The mummies in front of it stood n chance. Kuaak! Kuak! Their bodies were torn to shreds as their ckened flesh became exposed. Kuak! A powerful shock managed to reach Cadrick despite his barrier. Kukuku! Uhhh! His threeyered shield was shaking. However, the dagger hade to strike without even giving time for him to catch his breath. No pressure was felt on his shields as the attack came. All that he registered was a sh! Alongside a terrifying sound that made Cadricks head turn downwards. He could no longer see the arm which should have been there. T-this cannot be He had cut down all of his mummies in one de swing. Moreover, he had even cut off his arm? Rumble! His mouth began to tter. Not too long ago, he had cursed his disciple, who had died in vain because he could not understand how the boy had lost. But only in this situation could Cadrick understand why Alex had died without resistance. This was a monster that could not be destroyed. Running away was the only way to save his life. Death Knight stop that man. Now! The stone statues were no longer his concern. Even if it meant sacrificing all of the undead and necromancers here, he had to get out immediately. Cadrick picked up his severed arm. He whipped his body around before falling down and headed towards the northern gate. No, he tried to walk away. If you want to leave, you need to get permission from the opponent first. The voice he didnt want to hear was already there. And at that moment. [ck Moon Night is activated.] The sword that reflected the ck moon fell upon Cadricks face. Chapter 60: Thousand Hands Thousand Eyes, Avalokiteshvara (1) Chapter 60: Thousand Hands Thousand Eyes, Avalokiteshvara (1) How-When A ck moon fell over Cadricks face. The moment of death felt as if it had passed slowly. He didnt even notice iting for him When did he even get this close? No, did he ever have the chance to run from this man? It felt like his head would explode with so many thoughts in his mind. And then sh! Those were Cadricksst thoughts. Thud! His body fell to the floor. Kiiik! Kuak! As Cadrick died, all of the undead under his control turned to dust. Other necromancers were still alive, but not for much longer. The stone statues wereing close to them. Ackkk! S-save me! The battlefield was finally bing stained with blood. The necromancers who had been the hunters were now the hunted. And using that gap Um. Everyone seems quite busy. Jin-hyuk approached the four-story pagoda that no one seemed to care about now. The four-story pagoda was carved out ofrge pieces of granite. There were three stone statues equipped with armor, spears, and swords in front of the ce that stored the key for the inner chamber. Hoooo! Kuaaaa! Considering that there should have been at least ten times as many statues here, this just felt like three dogs were left in an empty house. Jin-hyuk stretched his body. I wish you didnt have a brain. He wouldnt be intimidated if there was an overwhelming skill difference. But they were just puppets that moved. In a way, the brainless, heartless army was the strongest force there. Jin-hyuk picked up a spear and shield that had fallen on the floor. It was the posture he practiced until he got tired after watching the movie 300. Even though he was alone, he couldnt bring himself to do the same exact pose as in the movie. He had used the spear and shield until his hands were blistered and he could achieve maximum efficiency. Agh! Of course, he had learned one more thing in addition to the spear and shield. That was the most important. Shall Ie, or will youe? Jin-hyuk sat down once before getting up again. The point here was to sneak a peek inside. It was like asking them that if they didnte first, they would be giving up something important. Did they understand him? The stone statues stamped their feet on the ground. Bang! And they moved Jin-hyuk raised his shield up. The beauty of a shields function was in its ability to disperse the shock. Kakak! The stone statues swords and spears simply scraped the shield before passing him. Now! Jin-hyuk, confident of his timing, twisted his body 360 degrees. Kwang! The spear that was boosted by the addition of his bodys rotational force pierced through the head of one of the statues. It was great that he could do this in an instant. Jin-hyuk then held the spears handle and aimed it at another statue. uh? Now with its leg broken, the stone statue copsed to the ground. This was because Jin-hyuk had aimed at its joints that were used for movement. You should freeze to death. Tuk! The spear touched the chest of the stone statue. [Lv2 ''Ice Formation'' is activated!] Chak! The cold air from the tip of the spear began to seep into the stone The cold spread in under 3 seconds and froze the statue. This is the second one. Now there was just one left. Jin-hyuk took a basic stance against thest stone statue. The spear for offense and the shield for defense. But Gooooo! The stone statue screamed suddenly and stretched out its hand to the stone pagoda. And then took out the golden key which had been inside it. What was this? Was it trying to hand over the key in exchange for its life? Gulp. The stone statue swallowed the key into its mouth! [The key to the inner room responds.] [Gate is activated!] [The being from beyond the Gate answers the call.] Sessive notification windows popped up. Woong! The air around the temple began to change. This one is more ambitious than I expected. He didnt think a stone statue would sacrifice itself to activate the Gate. Jin-hyuk licked his lips, and at that moment. Kukuku! A green vortex appeared in the statues stomach that had swallowed the key. It was sacrificing itself to summon higher-level monsters. Jjkkk! Apletely different kind of magic was flowing out now. Jin-hyuk, too felt something different. It wasnt that he was afraid or shocked by this unexpected situation. Ba-dump! Ba-dump! He couldnt control the heat rising in his body that yearned for battle He would finally get the chance to have a proper fight. Furthermore. If you give up your vintage ce ande out, Id be grateful. If it was the monster hed dealt with before, it would be better to face it outside rather than inside. After a few moments, something emerged from the shaking gate. Step. What appeared with sounds and lights was a statue with a multitude of arms. [The named monster Thousand Hands, Thousand Eyes, Avalokiteshvara appears!] Hmm. The named monster looked around its new location with a benevolent smile and a thick fishy smell wafting from it. Then, it looked at Jin-hyuk. This is surprising. I had no idea that a human who could threaten the stone tower would be among the intruders here. What are you so surprised about? I will also cut down the boss monster here in a few days. Hahaha! Such a confident human. I dont know about you, but I do know you have guts. Avalokiteshvara burst intoughter. What was a serious matter to Jin-hyuk, but the monster was treating it as a joke. Shit. This was why he hated intelligent monsters. Because the passive effect of Communion made them feel attached to him even when he didnt desire it. Stop talking. I want to end this quickly. I want to enjoy a conversation with you. Dont you feel the same? I dont hate to talk, but instead, lets do it with swords and blood or with chicken and beer. I wish there was some soft skin aside from statues with faces. Treasure this moment too little, human. When deathes, you might miss this. Srng! And the stone statue pulled a sword out. And with that, each of its countless hands began to grasp its own weapons. Swords, des, daggers, short swords, spears and axes, mace, and bows! It was as if it was a walking armory. In exchange for that cheeky mouth you have, I will cut off the left arm first and then the left leg. And then I will cut the right arm. Thest will be the neck. Sorry, but I prefer my limbs where they are. I will keep them where they belong. It looks like you will taste good. This is why I have a hard time getting tired of humans. Its lips rose up. Tss! The monsters killing intent mixed with its magic. This thing was somethingpletely different from the ordinary stone statues here. Jin-hyuk adjusted his bnce perfectly as he covered his body as much as possible with his shield. He was prepared for any kind of attack at any time. Phew. Jin-hyuk cleared his breathing and ensured that all of his senses were alert. From now on, he cannot even blink his eyes. At that time. Pang! An attack that was undetectable to the naked eye ripped audibly through the air. But Left shoulder! The monsters body moved a lot faster than he expected as Jin-hyuk used his shield to deflect the oing sword. Kakaka! As iron and iron collided, the air was filled with dazzling sparks. Oh! The monster eximed with genuine surprise. Why are you so surprised? Is this your first time having your attack blocked? Responding to the speed of sound Not being able to see it yet still reacting. Jin-hyuk had already dealt with this monster hundreds of times. Enough times to imprint the movement and speed in his mind. Of course, that wasnt something just anyone could do. Hahaha. This is getting more and more interesting. The monster attempted to attack again. This time the attack was aimed at his left arm and right leg at the same time. I cannot defend both with the shield. Then. [Lv2 ''Ice Formation'' is activated!] A snowke-shaped shield appeared. Kwang! As he expected, the ice wouldnt be able to stop the attack. But it could slightly divert its path. Possible. Jin-hyuk hid behind both shields. Of course, the monster wouldnt just stand around watching this. Where! Nine spears were thrown instantly. Kwakwakwang! The shield created by the Ice Formation shattered. However, not a single spear reached Jin-hyuk. surely, you should be hit. It had aimed for its prey. It had to hit the human. Then why? This has the effect of distorting vision. Theyers of life reflected the light and created an illusion. Jin-hyuk then created a gap and grabbed his spear. A proper interval that allowed him to save speed while reducing the range. On the de of the spear, dark red magic from the Blood Demon Qi began to dance. Kuak! The monster moved back and used all of its thousand arms to defend. But it was toote. Puak! Because the spear had already left Jin-hyuks left hand and pierced through the monsters arm. Kuak! The monsters face contorted in pain. A feeling it had never felt before. Ache! An unfamiliar sharp pain that blew away all reasoning. It felt the desire to tear apart the human in front of it, but The first priority was dealing with the red magic that was spreading inside its arm. Poison no, something simr. Simr. The Blood Demon Qi was less destructive than the Sword Grave. In exchange, just a single wound made by the Blood Demon Qi would cause terrible damage over time. Tremble! The monster simply chose to rip off the affected arm without mercy. You want to live. He thought that at least some other attempts would be made. But its attachment to life felt strange as it pulled out its own arm. Dont act too arrogant. If you were aiming, you should have aimed for the head. What are you trying to do with just one arm? That Because I know I cannot kill you even if I aim for your head. If you wanted to kill a named monster, normal means could not be used. So he deliberately aimed for the arm. To be precise, he aimed for the arm that held a jewel among its many weapons. Jin-hyuk pulled out the jewel from the severed arm. And took out an item he had kept in the subspace inventory for this moment. Chapter 61: Thousand Hands Thousand Eyes, Avalokiteshvara (2) Chapter 61: Thousand Hands Thousand Eyes, Avalokiteshvara (2) Jin-hyuk pulled out an old piece of wood from his subspace inventory. It was a fragment of Merlins staff, a relic he had obtained from the Corridor of the Fallen. That? Avalokiteshvara frowned as he quickly took up a stance. It became wary because of the unusual energy from the relic, but it was toote. It can me itself for neglecting one arm. Jin-hyuk merged the two items into one. Woong! [Merlin''s Staff Fragment (AAA) and Thousand Hands Thousand Eyes, Avalokiteshvara''s Jewel (AA) are fused!] With an intense light, the two relics began to react. [Fusion sessful!] [Merlin''s Staff (Iplete) Acquisition Difficulty: S Description: Merlin was a British archmage and sage who served King Arthur. This staff was a relic used by Merlin when he was alive, allowing him to unleash his true magic skills. (However, since it is not yetplete, the maximum increase of ability is limited.)] After a few moments, the light faded, and in its ce was a wooden staff with jewels studded on it. Finally, I have you in my hands. Jin-hyuk smiled. Ba-dump! Ba-dump! His heart was beating quickly even though this wasnt yet theplete relic. It doesnt matter. This much was more than enough. In the first ce, theplete Merlins staff was a relic that only an archmage who hadpleted their 3rd upation mission could wield. Great. Now. Jin-hyuk looked at the status window of his opponent with the Eye of Gluttony. Because he needed to check on everything before an all-out fight. Name: Thousand Hands, Avalokiteshvara Gender: None Age: 30,985 Level: ?? Strength ?? Agility ?? Stamina ?? Magic?? Karma ?? Unique Ability: Mand Skill: The skill window cannot be observed due to Eye of Gluttony''s insufficient level. [Copy Condition: Avalokiteshvara detests western magic. Create arge and beautiful sculpture that insults the opponent using ice magic within the time limit of 5 minutes. (However, you must also select an appropriate song to match it during the sculpting process) if you sessfully do it, you can copy the opponent''s unique ability.] Uh? W-wait Did something malfunction? Jin-hyuk blinked his eyes in disbelief. But the contents of the copy condition didnt change. This system is quite a crazy one. Last time it had told him to take sses under Cadrick to receive the necromancer ss, and now A song and a sculpture? There was also the additional point that they had to match with each other. Jin-hyuk held onto his forehead. He didnt care much about the other things, but how could the system make a condition where he needed to creatively insult his target? He could feel his head beginning to hurt. But, no matter how bizarre the conditions were, he wasnt about to give up. Because this was the only ce where he could get the Mand ability under the 25th floor. Phew. Jin-hyuk took a deep breath and began to broadcast. He wasnt restraining his stream. It was one of the features that were afforded to BJs in the tower, which was. [Please select a BGM] To broadcast background music. No matter what, this is the only music that goes along well with ice. Jin-hyuk selected the song, raised the volume to maximum, and a very familiar melody began to fill the air. In the middle of winter, not long past, the Disney animated masterpiece Frozen had heated up the world. The main hit song used in that masterpiece was Let it Go. [Let it Go~! Let it Go~! Can''t hold it back anymore.] He could feel the heat rise in his face as the song began to y. Did it feel like he was being immersed in his past memories because of this? It felt quite refreshing to hear the song again. On the other hand, the monsters face was distorted horribly. You bastard! What is that! A roaring voice filled the room. Its swords began to move, seeking to deliver death. Please, dont ask me why. Because Jin-hyuk himself didnt know why he was doing this. But of course. Answer me! Human! It was impossible for the opponent to just let this pass. Enraged, it began to gather up its magic. Kukuku! Golden magical energy began to gather in the weapons it held. It was a power different from either sword or divine energy. Mand. It had activated the strongest ability of Buddhism, energy that embodied all things. The jokes end here. From now on, I will use everything to kill you. It looked like Jin-hyuk had touched a sensitive spot. The monster must have ughtered countless humans till now, but not once had it used Mand. But, will you be fine? Jin-hyuk shrugged. What do you mean? If you use Mand and lose, you wont be able to have any excuses? It wasnt the first time that Jin-hyuk had seen someone who dered they would use their full strength to kill an opponent. None of them had ever ended up winning. He would just stay quiet and act it out if it was him. Ah well. This probably wasnt something a person ying a kids song shouldment about. This What a treacherous human being! Who dares to talk about my defeat when you cannot even live for 100 years! Cracks began to form on the ground. this was the start. Kwakwakwang! A golden wave of light began to move through the ground. However, the all-destroying power of the Mand stopped right in front of Jin-hyuk. [cier Formation'' Blizzard'' has been activated!] Psss! The ice began to take the form of a giant hexahedron roughly 3 meters in size. A pure white coldness emerged from the great magic circle made of ice. This is amazing. Jin-hyuk held onto the staff with both of his hands. His hands were trembling as it was difficult to control this magic. As expected, this is a higher level skill. The newly acquired skill of cier Formation is entirely different from the Ice Formation skill hes used so far. If Ice Formation simply solidified water in the air around him, boosting his skill with Merlins staff allowed him to create ice itself from nothing. Those western tricks.! The monster grunted. Western trick Jin-hyuk smiled. If it thought of it in that way, then it was making a big mistake. At a location far from the site of the battle. Still observing from their tree, Li Qiao and Melena sighed in disbelief. I cannot believe it. Not just his sword but even his ice magic is this good? Was it possible to have so many skills in one yer? As the battle continued, their eyes that had been observing this battle began to change. They couldnt help it, as everything they were seeing now made no sense. The monsters overwhelming force was clearly a sign that it was a named monster that had suddenly appeared. And Jin-hyuk, who was confronting it head-on, looked like someone from beyond the realm of humans. This was all too unreal. Even within our association, someone who can use that level of ice magic doesnt Li Qiao couldnt say anything further. It would be difficult to identify a mage as strong as this. Melena shared his unspoken thoughts. She licked her lips as she felt an urge to say something. Can we win against those two by fighting all out? They were both warlocks who specialized in close-range fights. Even if the opponent was an S rank, they had been confident they could take him down. But Melena wasnt too sure now. She was only confident about taking the monster down. it will be difficult. Li Qiao mumbled with a stiff expression. From a rational standpoint, victory was not guaranteed with just the two of them. Perhaps they needed to even assume the worst-case scenario would happen. Lets give up Li Qiao. We cannot do this alone. Unless an executive rankes No. If we go, then the positions we have built up in the association till now will copse. So what? We might die there, but you want to take the risk? No. Li Qiao shook his head. He had no intentions of recklessly gambling with his life. But he also had no intention of giving up on the mission. I will use the relic. It was a relic that had been given to him. It had a usage limitation; after using it once, he would need to wait 3 months before using it again. That was why he didnt want to use it if possible. But there was no other way now. He had toplete the mission at all costs. Look at this. It seemed like Cadrick hadnt been the only one here. Jin-hyuk nced to the side. He could feel unfamiliar magic. From what he had noticed until now, they were at least higher-leveled than Cadrick. They were probably hidden cards prepared by the Demonic Human Association toplete the task. This is good. This time, he would have the chance to learn about the association. But as those thoughts ran through his mind. A tingling sensation touched his wrist. Where are you looking now? A spear the monster threw had pierced through the ice shield. A trembling spear had stopped mere inches away. If he hadnt activated his secondyer of shields, the spear would have pierced his body instead of lightly touching his hands. Right. This monster was still here. Interrogating the Demonic Human Association agents was important, but he first needed to deal with the demon in front of him. [cier Formation'' Pr Ice Arrow'' is activated!] Tssss! Over twenty ice arrows were created in an instant, the scale of this skill clearly differentpared to the Ice Formation he had previously used. The weapon produced by the skill resembled a whale-catching harpoon over 3 meters in length. However, it was impossible to inflict damage on the monster with this alone. Because in addition to being able to gnaw away at an opponents magic, Mand also gave the user the ability to predict attacks. It wasnt for nothing that this skill was considered one of the best. In that case. I will use both medium and short range attacks. No matter how well the skill could predict, there was a limit to how many attacks it could read. Jin-hyuk infused magic into the staff. And the staff shrunk to the size of a finger. It was now no longer a hindrance to his movement. Nice. Jin-hyuk nodded to himself and took out his dagger from the subspace inventory. Its de was quickly covered with ck energy. In order to fight against the Mand, he activated Sword Grave. Until now, you have only used ice from far away. Now it seems like you want to approach me in person. Before that song ends, I want to bring an end to this. Let it Go would end before long. There wasnt much time left. Kukukuku! The two magics collided in the air, filling it with blue sparks. And at that moment Now! Alongside twenty ice arrows. Kwang! Jin-hyuk sprinted forward. Chapter 62: Thousand Hands Thousand Eyes, Avalokiteshvara (3) Chapter 62: Thousand Hands Thousand Eyes, Avalokiteshvara (3) The view in front of him was changing too fast. His high running speed, all the spears thrown at him, and even breathing were bing difficult. Still, thanks to Shallow Breath that he had copied earlier, he could survive this without copsing. It was here that he was ready for a long battle. At that moment. ! Jin-hyuk swung his dagger sharply. Kwang! He intercepted a spear that wasing from the front. The deflected spear rotated in the air, but its attack didnt end there. Swish! The spear that was twisting in the air was imbued with mand energy and desired his death. The sky began to turn ck as if a storm was approaching. Haa, what is this It doesnt give me time to get bored at all. Despite the desperate situation, Jin-hyuk managed to look up. At first nce, this looked like a wide-area spell, but those types of attacks had one rule. Each attacks inherent rule was simply to aim at the targets vital points. In an instant, Jin-hyuk grasped the movement of the flying spears. He had nothing to fear. Because it was something, he had done countless times. Remember the rhythm of that time. Jin-hyuk rxed his body. Light, yet soft. Relive those experiences again. Puak! The ck energy on his dagger burned more fiercely. Jin-hyuk then heard the sound of the wind howling. The spears were close enough to touch his hair. It is getting cut. It was at that moment. Kakakng! A dazzling ze red up. The roar of metal against metal. Kakakaka! Jin-hyuk stood in ce and moved his dagger. Left to right, right to down, and then back to up. Kwang! Kwaang! As if he had realized where each attack woulde from, Jin-hyuk did not miss a single oing spear. If anyone was watching, it would be a thrilling sight to behold. As time passed, the monster yelled out in frustration. Damn it just how?! A single spear was then aimed at the ground right in front of Jin-hyuk. A technique to use the uneven floors to hinder his movement. A rip away. It would not be easy to recognize because it was mixed into the rain of spears. Noticing it was one thing, but reacting to it was more difficult. But even that distraction was expected. Kwang! Jin-hyuk grabbed the spear that had bounced from the floor with his bare hands. H-he stopped that too? The monster stuttered. He could not help but feel embarrassed as even that attack was blocked immediately. Additionally, wasnt Jin-hyuk still dealing with the other spears falling on him? The monsters hands would soon be empty. Now I think everything has been shown, but if there is nothing more novel and interesting from you, I will finish it soon. Jin-hyuk walked forward. A light and soft step. [And one thought crystallizes like an icy st] And just in time, thest part of the song was approaching. It was as if it signaled that the fight was about to conclude. Did that casual tone hurt its pride? The monster erupted in anger and rage as it said. You do not get to decide when the fight ends I do! [Thousand Hands Avalokiteshvara brings out ''Swastika Spear''!] Die! A golden spear was filled with Mand to the utmost limit. Contrary to its heavy appearance, the spear moved as fast as a bullet. Kwang! And the spear then pierced Jin-hyuks body. No, it only looked as if it had happened for a moment. M-mirage? The monsters slowly appearing smile became overwritten with sudden shock. It was an optical illusion effect created by the diffusion of ice in the area. The monster had no choice but to be wholly deceived because of the carelessness that its anger had induced. The man was more dangerous than initially thought. The monster then heard a terrifying voice from underneath. Let me hit you this once. Jin-hyuk was tired of constantly being on the defensive. Needless to say, it was annoying and frustrating. So. No more, no less, just get hit once. Jin-hyuk threw the small Merlins Staff into the sky. At the same time, his dagger was stabbed into the ground. [cier Formation'' Sword of the Sky'' Is activated!] A stream of ice falls from the sky. [cier Formation'' Sword of the Land'' is activated!] A stream of ice rises from the ground. Kwakwakwang! Due to the excessive coldness spread around the area, an icy mist began to rise up and made it difficult to see. Kuaaak! The monsters body, which had been trapped inside the mist, froze instantly. Even if it was a named monster, this extreme cold energy was not something it could resist. Ackk. With this do you think you can trap me? No. This was just to pass the time. There was one more thing left to do. Psss! Jin-hyuk began to make something out of the ice once again. A long and thick object, gently cut and smoothened. Little by little, the ice took shape. How many seconds had passed? [Ice Formation isplete.] As the blizzard cleared, thepleted item was revealed. Amazing. Jin-hyuk nodded his head as if he was satisfied. Arge middle finger emerged from the ice. Big, beautiful, and dignified. An absolutely perfect piece of art that was also optimally designed to ridicule the opponent. Y-y you damned human! After imprisoning you in infinite hell for eons, I will make you reincarnate into a worm! The monster shook its body wildly as it became crazy in futile rage in its icy prison. [The condition has been met.] [You sessfully copied the unique ability ''Mand (S)''!] [Mand Acquisition Difficulty: S Description: a unique ability that can be used by yers who have mastered the Dharma (Buddhist teaching) and can apply special powers to weapons like sword energy and divine power. You can also use the effect that allows you to predict the direction of the opponent''s attack.] [Copied skill is saved in the ''Memory of the World''.] After achieving the unique set of conditions, Jin-hyuk finally got it. The new unique ability, Mand! Then now lets try it now. Jin-hyuk used his magic carefully. Woong! A warm and cozy feeling. It was as if he could feel everything in existence. Kuak this, this ice.! In the meantime, the monster continued to struggle to break through the ice. Its own Mand was letting out golden sparks, but it was nowhere near enough. Tch. Such a sad sight to see. Why did it hurt his heart so much when idiots are unable to do their work properly? Dont use your power unnecessarily. You have no way out anyway. Nonsense! There is no ce I cannot escape from with my power! No, it is impossible, Mand is indeed a good unique ability, but you are using it wrong. What? If you open the door through meditation, you should be able to maintain yourposure. But you are surrounded in anger and rage, unable to control the flow of magic. In such a state, it wouldnt even be able to use half of the abilitys true power. How dare you mock me with that mouth! What do you even know about this ability?! What did he know? He at least knew more than this monster that had spent tens of thousands of years in vain. The essence of the ability, its inherent value, and everything about it. He would show it. How to use the Mand. [Unique ability ''Mand'' is activated!] Psss! An indescribable cloud of magic was created as a golden light shone on Jin-hyuks hand. N-No way! How did you get that power!? The monster was shocked. It knew this ability. Now, the ability it beheld was a more perfect version of what it wielded. It isnt possible. How could a human learn Mand? Even monks who had trained for decades would find it difficult to sense. But no matter how much it tried to deny reality, the aura of the Mand could not be denied. This was its new reality. Lets end this now. Jin-hyuk pulled back the hand that contained the golden light, his forearm muscles bulging. W-wait! Stop! The monster screamed as it panicked. Swish! The lighting left Jin-hyuks hand and pierced the monster. Chik! Water dripped from the melted ice. The monster within the icy prison was now charred and suffocated. [Level has risen] [Level has risen [You have acquired the ''Key to the Stone Statue.''] Status windows appeared one after another. Having managed to defeat a named monster, Jin-hyuk managed to gain two levels. Is it finally done? Jin-hyuk frowned as he found it difficult to bear the pain surging through his body. I overdid it. He had hunted down the undead and Cadrick and even dealt with this named monster. That meant his magic was slightly drained. He needed a break. Of course, there was something he needed to do before that as he activated his status window. Name: Kang Jin-hyuk Gender: Male Age: 27 Level: 21 Strength 16 Agility 16 Stamina 16 Magic 41 Rift 1000 Luck 10 Adaptive 10 Stat Points: 6 Coins: Additional settlement In progress upation: None Unique Abilities: Fusion, Sword Grave, Blessing of the Stars, Anubis'' Judgment, Blood Demon Qi, Mand Skills: Lv5 Element of Fire, Lv4 Eye of Gluttony, Lv3 Communion, Lv3 Stigma on Souls, Lv3 Monopoly, Lv3 Shallow Breath, Lv1 Ice Formation, Lv2 DayLight, Lv1 Giant Grasp, Lv1 Soul Chasing Sword His newly acquired abilities and stat points. Stats should be invested in magic. When he considered cases where battle might be prolonged, his focus had to be on magic. [Magic increases from 41 to 47] As his magic stat was raised, the pain and swelling on his hands began to subside. Now I feel like I can rx. In the end, using the Mand to the maximum to generate lightning took a significant toll on his body. But the harder he worked, the more results he obtained. Thanks topleting Merlins Staff, he managed to learn cier Formation, which was an advanced version of Ice Formation. He also managed to copy a named monsters unique ability. Besides, he also leveled up. Wasnt this a perfect raid? Truly an ideal finish. Now all he had to do was find a nice bed toy down on and release the fatigue. Right. That would be the usual path. Once the day passed and night came, he would rest. So they need toe before it turns dark. Jin-hyuk turned to the forest. Even at this moment, he was still watching the people from the Demonic Human Association. They probably thought they had the upper hand with a surprise attack, but Apletely different future awaited them. Chapter 63: Demonic Human Association (1) Chapter 63: Demonic Human Association (1) Nighttime in the Tower of Trials was a little special. The warm temperature during the day dropped rapidly once it became night, which increased the ferocity and attack power of the monsters roaming about. So, at night, most yers stopped hunting and went to find a safe ce. This wasmon sense. Because for the average yer, there was no need to take risks. An hour had passed since Jin-hyuk dealt with the named monster. Jin-hyuk sat in front of the shrine, at the boundary between it and the expansive bamboo forest. Reminds me of old times. The ce where he had spent the most time sleeping and broadcasting in the tower. After hunting like a madman, he always looked for a ce where he could see the night sky. And this spot wasnt a bad ce for a break. Especially if he could see the meteors falling through the sky. Its also great here since I could get bamboo shoots as well as other materials on this floor of the tower. After making a fire, Jin-hyuk ced bamboo shoots, rice, and rock salt inside a bamboo barrel and put it over the heat to boil. In addition, he added three of the iron-d shrimp that could be caught in the valley. Almost immediately, a fragrant and delicious smell filled his nose. Grrrk. His stomach was growling. He took a spoon scoop of the food and put it in his mouth. The soft, warm food made its way pleasantly down his throat. The quality of the shrimp meat, which was plump in the middle, created a fantastic texture. Kuak, what a fantastic taste. Next time, I need to start copying some cooking skills. As one started going higher in the tower, arge variety of foods would appear. Desert veal that was full of vor, a rainbow crab from the sea. The Thousand Apple was said to have a thousand types of unique scents. Ingredients that you couldnt find outside the tower. Such treasures were in here that he could enjoy once more. Oh, it smells good. Looks like a tasty meal. A pair of people emerged from the bamboo forest. They were a Chinese man and an alluring western beauty. It was Melena and Li Qiao. Ah! We do not have any bad intentions. We just came here following the light. As long as we can avoid the night dew, well be fine.. Melena and Li Qiao calmly approached the bonfire. What was with these two Were they nning on acting like regr yers? For real? This is ridiculous. At this point, he didnt even know what to think of these two. These looked more foolish than the ones before Would they even be able to win if they approached him after revealing their identity? He really wished they did. That way, he can spend the long night without being bored. If it helps avoid the cold, sit down. Jin-hyuk pointed to the bonfire. Thank you. I am Melena. I am Li Qiao. Excuse us for our actions. The two of them sat down around the fire. At least the fact that they wanted to avoid the dangers of the night wasnt a lie. Their half-frozen arms and legs looked clearly desperate for warmth. You must have suffered a lot. Dont say it. Masked oppa cannot understand how much we suffered around trees all day. Right. It must have been difficult. How much trouble would they have gone through by acting like mice that were peeping on others? The food is quite nice. Would you like some? Jin-hyuk handed them a bamboo bowl. Inside, the appetizingly plump shrimp and white rice tempted with their appearance. Dont think too much. He knew that they were starving too. Melena gulped down her saliva with a conflicted expression but didnt reach out for the food. This was suspicious. She didnt know what he had done to the food. However, perhaps because of her strong appetite, she was tempted to take it. On the other hand, Li Qiao drew a straight line. We are fine. I am sorry for putting it like this, but I do not want to touch food from someone we do not know. Especially if they have covered their face. You seem to care too much about the mask? Isnt it obvious? If you didnt have something to hide, you wouldnt be wearing a mask. Well. If it is making you ufortable, I can take it off. what? really? They were both shocked at Jin-hyuks words. The person whose identity they were trying to discover simply said he would reveal it? No wonder they were shocked. Of course, it is no fun to simply take it off, so lets y a simple game. Game? It seems like we have things we are curious about each other, so lets take turns asking questions. If my questions are answered, I will remove the mask as soon as the game is done. A game that involved an exchange of information. Li Qiao turned his head. There is no way to confirm the authenticity of our words. It didnt matter if he even lied. On the other hand, opponents who didnt know who they were might be careless. Even if we ept this offer, we have nothing to lose. Melena, too, nodded her head and whispered to herpanion. There are 5 minutes left for the relic to activate. It should be fine if we use the time to our advantage. Any worries they might have wouldntst long. interesting. It wouldnt be bad to pass the time like this. Li Qiao responded first, and at that moment. [Anubis'' Judgment has been activated] A transparent wave was released from Jin-hyuk. caught them. Jin-hyuk smiled. He knew they would ept his offer. It was because they needed time. Psss! He could feel a unique energy wave emanating from the woman called Melena. This was magic he had felt several times when ying [Tower of Trials] in the past. The Coin of Calig A coin that held the image of the Roman tyrant Calig. What kind of tricks did they prepare? Well, this relic wasnt a bad choice. Its only real drawback was that it took time to activate. However, once fully activated, it had the terrifying effect ofpletely breaking down its target. The relic, which would force its target to confess everything they knew without using time-consuming torture, was a useful item. They know my body has not recovered yet and are trying to be more certain of their victory. Their intention to avoid any direct shes was clear. Amazing. Truly amazing. As long as its existence and activation time was known, the Coin of Calig was simply a regr coin. Dont they know there is always another person ahead? Jin-hyuk smiled. I will not ask the first question. You can ask me. There should be questions about name or affiliation If you want me to reveal my identity in the first question, then ying the game is no use. It is only after the game is done that the mask wille off. Then I will change the question. Do you have any colleagues here besides yourself? Hmm. He thought theyd ask something else, but this was too realistic. It must be difficult to ept that someone hade solo for a boss raid. Therefore, they must have thought that he had arade around. Since the range of the coin was limited to 10 meters, they were trying to discover any variable. I came here alone, and I will leave here alone. I see. This time, I will ask. From the looks of it, it seems like you havee to hunt the boss. Why did you only watch? We were looking to go inside the temple at the right time. It is such a notorious ce that we had to be careful. The response sounded too cautious, but they still answered since this was just the first question. Two left. Li Qiao asked the second one. If you are climbing the tower, there has to be something you wish for. Be it power, women, or fame. I want to know what motivates you. Oh. At Li Qiaos words, Jin-hyuk raised his eyebrows. I thought they were here to kill me If the conditions were right, it seemed like they still hoped they would be on the same side. I have something I do want, but if I say it out loud, do you have the ability to make it happen? Both of them were still shivering from the cold as they had been up on the tree for too long. Well, how we look right now might be unconvincing. But do not worry, we have got enough power. The second answer with this He only needed one more question answered. Jin-hyuk let the unconvincing answer slide. At the same time, his polite tone became cold. If you have the power to do that then, can you give me a seat on the Round Table? W-what was that? How do you know about the Round Table!? The two shouted in surprise at the same time. The Round Table was the highest executive gathering in the Demonic Human Association. They could never have imagined those wordsing from the mouth of an outsider. But dont they realize? The fact that he was a veteran meant that he understood the origin and use of the expression of the Round Table. I havent heard your answer yet. Can you answer me? Of course, I cannot answer that! Li Qiao grit his teeth. How would you even think we could do that? Melena suddenly stood up. He knew she would say that. Actually, I wouldnt take the position even if you gave it to me. Even if there were no conditions, he wouldnt take up the executive position in their association. They also no longer needed to do this clumsy acting. [Conditions have been met.] Because Anubis Judgment had begun. Kukuku! The ground began to shake. Kuak! Li Qiao hastily increased the distance between them. It was an instinctive reaction after sensing unusual magic. Five minutes have passed! Melena shouted. The long-awaited time hade. Once the Coin of Calig was used, even an enemy of this strength could be defeated. Because no yer has the ability to defend their thoughts. But No, relics wont activate. Jin-hyuk smiled. What was that? Li Qiao pulled out a dagger. That coin. It will be of no use to anyone right now. I dyed the activation time by 5 minutes. Dont bullshit us! How can you! Wait. It is real! Melena, standing next to him, had her expression darken instantly. She had no doubt. The coin hasnt been sufficiently given magic yet. That guy the guy did something. He must have done something to suppress our magic! What do you mean! We didnt even eat the food! The only possibility was the dish that Jin-hyuk had offered them. But how could this happen when they didnt even touch it? That is because just smelling the dish works. They had been only vignt about eating the food, so he had to use his head a bit. The effect was slower than ingesting directly, but the results were more sophisticated. When the sap flowing from the bamboo shoots reacts with armored shrimp, it creates a poison which suppresses magic. Of course, you wont be poisoned if you chew the grass. Jin-hyuk showed the eucalyptus leaf which was in the mouth. N-No you know everything about who we were and the effect of relics and how to destroy them? The time you mean we werent the ones trapping you? The two mumbled in disbelief. They thought they hadid the perfect trap. They believed that time was on their side, but their ns had utterly fallen apart. From now on, I will ask the questions. Jin-hyuk snapped his finger. At the same time [Anubis summons a ''Great Warrior''!] Something began to move. Chapter 64: Demonic Human Association (2) Chapter 64: Demonic Human Association (2) Woong! The sound came from the shrine behind them, its volume spreading like a breeze in the bamboo forest. W-what is this? A reaction to magic? Li Qiao and Melena shouted at the same time. Until a moment ago, they had only felt the presence of three people. It was something they had checked multiple times after arriving here. But that was no longer the case. Because a new source of energy had appeared from inside the building. [Totem Pole, ''Great General of the Heavens,'' has been designated as the Great Warrior!] [Totem Pole, ''Female General of the Underground,'' has been designated as the Great Warrior!] Kukuku! The earth began to shake as two long-haired trees appeared, each about 5 meters tall. [Totem Pole, ''Great General of the Heavens,'' looks at the enemies.] [Totem Pole, ''Female General of the Underground,'' is waiting for the caster''smand.] They were likely a pair of ancient trees that protected a vige in the past. They were guardians of thend that was optimized for defense. No Li Qiao was shocked. He would have been less shocked if the enemy had been a Lich or a Death Knight. I-Ive never heard of such ability. Even Melena could notprehend the situation. Right, thats the proper reaction. The ability to handle summoned creatures was notmon. Even among necromancers, those who could control the undead only amounted to 3%. And elementalists who could deal with spirits were rare enough that less than 100 of them existed worldwide. And those who could actually handle spirits efficiently could be counted on two hands. Therefore. None of them could even attempt this. A yer who summoned a god. Hhow the hell could this happen? Li Qiao shouted with a look of despair. Jin-hyuk looked at the approaching general totems with a smile. It has been a while since I have seen them together at the same time. He had chosen this campsite, in particr, to use these two through Anubis Judgment. His magic had almost been entirely drained after dealing with the named monster. This was a stage he had created to show the systems loopholes to them. The two of them had happily jumped into the trap all by themselves. Ah. Dont bother trying to run. Jin-hyuk nced over at the two who were backing away. You will pursue us? Do you think we didnt know you havent recovered yet? Right. I cannot. A chase wouldst too long if it was just him. In his current bodys state, it would be near impossible. But I will have the great generals do it for me instead. The moment Jin-hyuk said those words. [The Female General of the Underground activates ''Exit Not Allowed''!] Kukukku! Thick vines began to spread along the bamboo forest. Arge number of vines shook in the air as if they were blocking all paths out. Cut them down! We cannot be locked here! Li Qiao shouted as he swung his sword. Tch! Melena followed suit. Pung! ck-colored bullets struck the wall of vines. Gaping holes were left in the wall of vines, but it recovered quicker than she could damage them. New leaves sprouted from where the bullets had burned them away. A wave of green that came quickly and densely. Come this way! You should aim here! Damn it! I am trying! However, no matter how much they used their sword or magic, it was no use. Because a necromancer who only managed toplete the 2nd upation quest would be unable to destroy the generals. With Anubis Judgment effects included, this match was already decided. Cheer up! Thats right! A little more! Jin-hyuk cheered for the struggling Li Qiao and Melena. Almost done! Go for it! You can do it! Lets go! Woong! He was cheering for them from behind. Ugh! Lets! Go! Lets Go! Jin-hyuk raised his voice and let loose encouragement that sounded more insulting than a cheer. Kuak! Eventually, Li Qiao could no longer bear it, stopped using his sword to escape, and turned around to point it at Jin-hyuk with a ze of killing intent. Are you going to give up cutting on the vines? The vines are fine. If we kill him, then these things will be gone naturally. Oh, smart guy. You are right. The summons will return to their original location if the caster is killed. But Is that possible? If they had watched the fight against the named monster, they should understand that they couldnt win against Jin-hyuk. Didnt it terrify them that despite their regr person act and the Coin of Calig, Jin-hyuk was still fine? Dont look down on us. Even a mouse fights back when it is cornered. Li Qiao bared his fangs. But Jin-hyuk had already seen the magic circle drawn under Li Qiaos feet. Psss. Faint magic continued to spread along the ground. It was a short-distance spatial movement spell that necromancers often used. Look at this? Was he thinking of running away by pretending to fight? Alex, who he had met in the auction house, and Cadrick, his teacher. Howe all these necromancers did the same thing once cornered? At this point, it felt like their association just taught everyone to escape when in these kinds of situations. I wanted to capture you as harmlessly as possible, but you are asking for more. Naturally, he had no intention of letting them go. No one would release prey that they had caught with such effort. Jin-hyuk nodded his head to the totem pole generals behind him. Suppress them. A coldmand. [Totem, ''Great General of Heavens,'' activates the ''Punish One to Command a Hundred''!] Kwang! An invisible fist smashed against Li Qiaos head. Kuak! A scream of pain erupted from his mouth. Before he could even think, another attack arrived. Kwang! Kwang! Li Qiaos body shook with each hit. Each punch was so quick and powerful enough to crush his body. Kuak! Once more. Kwang! Kuak! And one more time. It took less than 30 seconds for all of Li Qiaos bones to shatter. Ugh Li Qiao dropped to the ground with his body covered in blood. His condition was so dire that it was a miracle that he was still alive. Rumble! Melena, who was next to him, trembled uncontrobly. A G-guardian Deity how the hell can we win against this? There was less than a minute left until the Coin of Calig could be triggered, but she didnt dare use it. She was utterly terrified of Jin-hyuk, who had shown abilities beyond herprehension. Jin-hyuk approached Melena. It seems that the situation got roughly settled, so lets converse like a civilized person? It would be much simpler if he could use the Eye of Gluttony to read their minds, but they were both skilled yers. It meant that it would not be easy. Then. The only way to make use of this ability was to use it to discriminate between her truth and lies. [Lv4'' Eye of Gluttony'' is activated.] Jin-hyuks eyes shone. I will be asking questions now and want only honest answers. What What are you curious about? Melena gulped. I have known about your existence for a long time, but honestly, I dont know the motive. If the tower isnt climbed, humanity will perish. So why are you disturbing other yers and doing such strange things? That Melena flinched. At that moment. Do not speak. Seal your lips, Melena! Li Qiao shouted. Oh! Despite being crushed to a pulp, he still retained consciousness? He must have formidable mental strength. It is nice to be loyal to the ce you belong to, but you should know the time and ce to express it. There were two people he could question. Even if one died, he could just ask the other person. Jin-hyuk snapped his fingers. Never! You can never say it! Li Qiao shouted at Melena. And that was that. Thud! Those were hisst words as an invincible crushed him to death. Even though there were just two people, it was still gruesomely terrifying. Eik! H-he is dead! Li Qiao is really read. Melena, who lost strength in her legs, fell to the ground. Herplexion became pale white. Nice. Now that he had used enough persuasion methods, it was time to get things done. My principle is to never let those who try to kill me leave alive, but if you tell the truth, I will spare you. S-spare me? Melena looked at him with wide eyes. Right. Inside information is valuable information. So if you give me useful information, I will hold up my side of the deal. A momentary silence. What escaped her next was a voice that had given up on everything. I get it. But I dont know the details. As Jin-hyuk made to snap his fingers again, Melen added hastily. No, really. For real? First, we are a point organization, and Li Qiao and I are assassins, so we do not get any information other than our immediate missions. [Eye of Gluttony detects the target''s words] [Melena is telling the truth.] So that wasnt a lie. Who gives the mission? I dont know his real name, but we call him Lancelot. Lancelot was one of the knights of the Round Table in Arthurian legend. It was a code name. That meant that he hadpleted his second upation quest. Continue. It was said that if we could collect all of the towers relics we would survive even when humanity perished. On top of that, we would even get a reward for it. Relics? At her words, Jin-hyuk narrowed his eyes. Those were meaningful words. I-I dont know more than that. This is all I know. [Eye of Gluttony detects the target''s words] [Melena is telling the truth.] There were limits to what she would know unless they were an executive. Right. I believe you. Jin-hyuk nodded his head. The information he received was fragmented, but he could understand it. The Knights of the Round Table and the twelve cursed divine relics. Additionally, there would be a reward for collecting them. Clues added up here and there and gave him insight into what they were aiming for. Jin-hyuk smiled. This is a lot more than I thought. These people were crazier than he expected. He had guessed that these people would try to clear a hidden quest, but It was likely something that was rted to the summoning of the Demon King. This was going to be a lot of fun. Maybe this would be a new edition with new variables. Chapter 65: One Man Legion (1) Chapter 65: One Man Legion (1) Jin-hyuk nodded his head as if he was satisfied. Thank you for giving me useful information. It really helped me a lot. He had obtained information that was useful for nning. Some of his doubts had also cleared up. Can I go then? Melena asked with fear and worry on her face. No. Y-you said youll spare me if I tell you what I know. You said you will send me away! Dont worry. I will keep my promise. He had no intention of killing people carelessly after they had proven useful. Why would he throw away a useful piece after a single use? He could use her again in the future. I just need you to promise me one thing. Promise? Right. Promise. Not with her mouth or a pinky promise, but an absolute promise. An oath on her soul. [Lv3 Stigma of the Soul is activated!] Jin-hyuks fingers shone brightly. It is a sign that you must obey my words unconditionally in the future. If you try to backstab me or rebel, you will die, so make the decision carefully. She could choose to either die. Or obey. Only two choices. And Melena I dont want to die. She chose to survive. After that harsh first night. The warm sunlight shone down on the campsite. Hmm. Jin-hyuk stretched out his body and got up. Such a refreshing morning. It felt as if the fatigue he had umted was now gone. Everything had worked out easier than he expectedst night. Thanks to nutritional supplements, his condition also felt like it was at its peak. Its fine now for me to go all out. In thest boss raid that remained, there would be a hectic fight iparable to anything he had done in the past. It would be more of a war than a fight. Jin-hyuk calmly reviewed the overall n of the raid he had in his head. Of course, even the slightest deviation would cause issues. He further optimized his nned movements and considered any other variables that could break his assumptions to bring some control to a potentiallyplicated situation. In fact, he considered himself prepared for everything that mighte up. How many minutes had passed? Finally, Jin-hyuk opened his eyes. Suddenly, in his hand, was the key he had gotten from the named monster. Ah, wait, before going for the boss. I almost forgot. There was something he had to do. Jin-hyuk activated the broadcast system. [Wee to ''Chanel Unknown''] Various categories were listed on the menu. What he had to write was a notice. [Boss raid will not be streamed. I''ll edit itter and upload the attack video, so those who want can see it.] It was simple and short notice. Well, I drew enough attention, so there is no need to go live until the final fights. His purpose was to increase the number of views on the eventual video and raise awareness for the Unknown channel. He had no ns of collecting a peanut gallery. Within a minute of the notice being posted, dozens ofments appeared. It seemed like a lot of people were looking forward to the content. -IssueTeller: I saw the notice. He said he would start broadcasting soon. Is he going to give us an amazing one? -NuteTheBesst: Besides, does this mean that the attack was sessful? Well, if he died, no one can put up the notice, so, lol -BaeksuOverTusu: It must be because of his confidence. He wrote this for those who didn''t see the stream yesterday. Those who didn''t watch and don''t believe just shut it. -VeternaIdentification: I saw him yesterday. He waspletely amazing. -MemoriesOfDiablo3: It''s almost at the level of making the production team lose their hair. But could he seed where therge guilds couldn''t? -MadMovie: How can one person take down a monster with a thousand eyes and a thousand hands by themself? -SaeYoungEonHwan: I look forward to seeing how the boss is defeated. Everyone was making up their own theories and debating what was trustworthy or not. I need to pay more attention to this. A sessful raid was a natural factor, but he needed a good script and potentially important people to join him for his long-term sess. And of course. Jin-hyuk had a way of satisfying all of those. Then, lets start slowly. Jin-hyuk reached out in front of him while holding the key. It was an empty space with nothing, but the moment the key came in contact with a point in it. ck! There was a sound of something clicking. [The ''Key of the Stone Statue'' responds!] [The master of the 3rd floor has answered your call!] At the same time, two red status windows appeared. Kukukuku! A humongous gate began to manifest in front of him. Its size was iparable to the gate that had ushered in the unnamed monster yesterday. Oh Even Jin-hyuk couldnt hide his reaction. It was so wide that its ends were hidden by the bamboo forest. Its height was so tall that it felt like it pierced the sky. And soon Thud! Thud! Thud! Arge number of stone statues appeared from beyond the gate. It was an army of 3,000. Most of them were heavy soldiers of 1 meter in height, though a few reached a monstrous length of 50 meters. And in the center of this formation was a stone statue that was most splendidly carved. That thing was the master of the 3rd floor. To be precise, it was the thing yawning from atop the stone statue. Hmm. Is it just one challenger this time? A familiar voice spoke out from atop the statue. Jittery! Goosebumps rose up on Jin-hyuks skin. As expected. Is this the magic of a boss monster? The boss monster of the 3rd floor had rtively weak magic for its level. This was because most of its magic was dispersed across the many stone statues under its control. Still, its presence was enough to make his body heavy. As expected of a boss monster. Jin-hyuk nced at the opponent through the Eye of Gluttony. But [Status window cannot be viewed due to the extreme level difference with the target.] What came back was an expected phrase, but then. [Luck and adaptive stats have neutralized the level difference] [Looking through the status window of the target.] Two status windows appeared. Did the Luck stat, which failed yesterday, work now? Jin-hyuk cheered a little. Name: Soulless Age: Unknown Level: 105 Strength 72 Agility 101 Stamina 79 Magic 93 Karma 128 Unique ability: Heartless Army Skills: Lv17 Desire of Heaven, Lv15 Group Command, Lv14 Identify Weakness, Lv14 Military Strategy [Copy Condition: Since Mand is below level 15, it is impossible to copy the unique ability or skill of Soulless] The various raids from the guilds hade here and simply fed the monster with kills. Considering that it would take over a year for an average yer to get a three-digit stat, this was fast. Is this why no one was confident of clearing it? A boss from the 3rd floor was easy as shit whenpared to the dragons on the upper floor. But this wasnt too bad. In other words it means that I should be careful. Besides, the stronger the enemy, the more satisfied his subscribers would feel. Jin-hyuk smiled. Youreughing? Ah, sorry. I was thinking about something else. So, what was the question you asked? I asked if you were here alone? Well, as you can see. Unlike a certain someone, I dont hide behind subordinates. Jin-hyuk said. The eyes of his opponent narrowed at these words. It was a slight change of expression on that face that was full of pride. But it was only for a short time. Its shaky pupils soon regained theirposure. I am sorry, but I dislike using my body. Isnt it the virtue of a monarch to rule over others and order them? Such a leisurely response. No, it would be more urate to call it a response that took the utmost effort to look rxed. No matter how much it had leveled up. That sense of entitlement thates from not being strong alone hasnt changed. So it seemed like this wasnt perfect either. Everyone has at least one gap that can be dug into. Well, I think the virtue of a monarch is to be at the forefront of the fight and not hiding behind. It is precisely because of those idiots that wars end in vain. When themander who leads the troops dies alone, the soldiers behind get annihted. You dont seem to know even the basics? He wasnt wrong. But, Isnt it enough to just not die at the forefront in a fight? He couldnt understand people who thought death was a given simply because you are at the front. There was no better way to raise the morale of those who followed you than by leading from the front. it is absurd. Does that mean that you have the power to do that? Yes. If it was impossible, he wouldnt be here. And he wouldnt have gathered all the things he needed for victory by struggling for many hours. Jin-hyuk then began to gather up his magic. It seems that you are confident in the battle between troops I personally like melee battles quite a bit. So lets stick together. One of them would have to die to prove who was right. After those words, the strange-looking chessboard appeared from his subspace inventory. [The ''First Chessboard'' has been activated!] Tsss! Blue lines began to draw shapes along the ground. Lines upon lines that met to make square tes. It all proceeded as nned, and then Jin-hyuk took the statues that he had received from Lee Yuri. They were thousands of chess pieces carved from marble. Of course, there werent just pieces or toys to be yed on a board. They were works of art sculpted by Summoner Lee Yuri and imbued with magic through engraved runes. Each chess piece would fulfill its role as a soldier. The idea is novel. If thats the way it is, Id be able to y as a soldier myself. Seeing the chess piecesid out on the board, Soulless looked interested. However, after a brief moment of surprise came words of ridicule What are you going to do with those little stones? Wait and see. It isnt over yet. Just shut your mouth and dont say anything. Jin-hyuk pulled out another item that would flourish the ending. It was an item that he had obtained after tricking Anubis on the first underground level of the Tower of Trials. [''Giant Pill'' has been used.] A giant pill. The pills he had collected inrge quantities were being infused into the body of the chess pieces. And Kukuku! The chess pieces, which had been less than 10 centimeters tall, began to expand. Knights, bishops, and rooks standing 2 meters tall were now lined up. In front of them were the pawns armed with heavy armor and spears. The chess pieces no longer looked like toys. Looking at the majestic appearance of his soldiers, who wouldugh now? Did it finally realize the situation? The smile on its face had vanished entirely. Gulp. Soulless grit its teeth. You. He had thought that the human was just another fly. Just another mortal that would be trampled down with a gesture. But not anymore. The human, who should be the most insignificant thing here, now had arge army that couldnt be ignored. Chapter 66: One Man Legion (2) Chapter 66: One Man Legion (2) Troops on both sides of the battlefield were facing each other. Of course, there was a difference in numbers. There were about 2,800 chess pieces. On the other hand, the number of stone statues reached 30,000, more than ten times in number. For sureI admit that you are different from the humans I have seen. Soulless mumbled. Although the Tower of Trials had been opened and many had challenged the boss. It was the first time it had been challenged in such a unique manner. It was the first time he felt a threat. I will admit that. Jin-hyuk shrugged. This was what he would do even if he hadnt been acknowledged. Why do you seem to be getting stupider? W-what? I was correct. I acted carefully and warily because I heard nonsense about you winning a few times against the weak. Isnt this why youre stuck on the 3rd floor and cant climb higher? The boss monsters in the Tower of Trials acted like the gatekeepers of each floor while being able to exert their influence across the entire floor. It meant that their roles were closer to managers of their assigned floor. And it was not just yers that could expand their power and climb the tower. They, too, had the power to do that. Hahaha, seriously, you are a fierce one. Human. Soullessughed. It was augh that was filled with anger and frustration. Did you think I didnt cross to the 4th floor because I didnt have enough strength? I wasnt just thinking of it. I actually said it right to your face. Ah! If the meaning wasnt conveyed right, I would tell you again. At your level, the 4th floor is too much. The 3rd floorsst gate suits you better. His words were blunter than before. It was an outright verbal assault. A method to anger his opponent. Shaking your opponents mind seems to be your n. But Soulless didnt take the bait. Right. You can take it whatever you want it as. However, let me tell you that the absolute difference in troops and superiority cannot be overturned with tactics. Rather, Soulless calmly understood and judged the situation as they left it up to their subordinates. Thud! Thud! Thud! The stone statues moved as if taking up a formation. Despite the overwhelming difference in troops, the Soulless nned to do all he could to capture the human and crush him. Even if this bes a war of attrition, your soldiers will wither and die. 2,800 to 30,000 troops. The victor was apparent if they began to decline at the same rate. And If you make one mistake, that will be the end of the fight. Any poor judgment on Jin-hyuks part would lead to the annihtion of his entire army. Soulless then got up from its seat. And looked down at its army of stone statues. Go. It gave its order in a low-pitched voice. Kooooo! Ohhhhh! The stone statues smashed the ground as the curtain rose on this battle. Now was the start. Jin-hyuk looked at the stone statues rushing in. Instead of sending its whole army at once, Soulless had ordered an advance guard of around 1,000 that were rapidly closing in. As expected, are you going to look at the opponents response? If his troops seemed inexperienced, then the rest of his troops would be sent in right away. In other words, Soulless was testing him. Whether or not you are indeed a mouth-wateringly worthy opponent. Smile. Jin-hyuk smiled. [The ability of ''First Chessboard'' is activated!] [Field magic'' Battlefield Domination'' is activated!] [Increases attack and defense of all chess pieces on the field by 30%!] [The morale increased by 10%] Psss! Blue magic spread across the ground. The bodies of the chess pieces on the field began to glow. The number? They were, of course, lesser. It was absurd topare numbers to his opponent. However. Do not assume that thebat power of each entity was the same. Pawns in the center take five steps back. Left and right pawns move a step forward. Jin-hyuk gave the order. And. ck! The ck-armored pawns quickly changed their formation. [Chess piece ''Pawn'' activates ''Hardness''!] A shield two meters in length was also embedded into the ground. It was in preparation for the shock which woulde. Thud! Thud! Thud! The stone statues footsteps came closer and shook the ground. At that very moment. Kwang! Gray waves crashed upon the ck barrier with a deafening roar. From now, this was a battle of pure strength. Thud! The pawns were pushed back slightly, but the solidly formed defensive line didnt break. A brief stalemate ensued. Now! Jin-hyuk shouted. [Chess piece ''Rook'' activates ''Multiple Assault Shots''!] Steel arrows were released into the air in unison. Puak! Puak! Puak! The arrows fell in a parabolic arc and pierced through the statues. Koooooo! Ohhhhhh! The stone statues gathered in one ce to defend each other from the attack and spread out in a small shielding encirclement. But that was a mistake. This time arge ming attack flew in from the other side. [Chess piece ''Bishop'' activates ''me Strike''!] The bishops, who were casting magic before the battle even started, released their attack. The fire began to fall down from the sky like a meteor shower. Pupung! Pung! In an instant, all that was left was arge crater in the middle of the ground. A crater filled with broken limbs and blown-up bodies. The stone statues had been broken into small pieces of rocks, so great was the destructive power of the attack. Because they had concentrated their formation to block the arrows, the fire attacks damage on the attacking unit was very potent. Of course, even this was Jin-hyuks n. Nice. This attacks failure would probably make the assault stop for a moment. Go ahead. A shortmand followed. The pawns pulled out their shields which had been stabbed into the ground. The purpose of this was to move forward. And Kwakwakwang! There began the one-sided massacre. Ho. An exmation of surprise escaped from Soulless mouth as it watched the battle. He had expected a tough battle, but it had ended too quickly. The 1,000 statues that he had sent were allpletely destroyed. On the other hand, not even 100 of the chess pieces had been defeated. A one-sided defeat. `We cannot win a fight using equal numbers.. The enemys forward line with those shield soldiers was solid. Even if they attempted to break through, the damage would be too great. But Soulless considered that sending a group was probably worth it. [Soulless activates Lv14'' Military Strategy''!] It reached into its battlefield experience that had been honed through countless battles. Military Strategy was a skill that would deliver optimal stratagems based on the vast amount of umted battle records. The reason the raid teams were having such a hard time was all because of this one skill. The overall protection is good, but there is a gap on the left side. The line looked thin, and the bishops took a long time to cast their magic. It looked like an appetizing target. It was a spot where only one good attack was needed to copse the entire structure. But why? Why didnt it feel like it was worth attacking it? It looks a bit too appetizing. It felt like a poisoned apple. Something felt off. That was why it didnt give its soldiers themand to move. [Soulless activates Lv14'' Insight of Weakness''!] As it activated its skill, a status window appeared. 1. If you destroy the ''crown'' on the chessboard, all the pieces will be destroyed. 2. The crown exists on either the King or Queen 3. A crowned king or queen must be protected by the innermost chess pieces. 4. When a King or Queen is not wearing the crown, all the stats increase by 100% for the enemy leader. Only when a King or a Queen wore the crown. Soulless narrowed its eyes on those conditions. Is that girl ying the role of Queen? Behind theyer of soldiers was a silver-haired girl that wore a crown. On the other hand, Jin-hyuk, who could be considered the king, was leading the knights in preparation for a move elsewhere. At that moment, a thought shed through its mind. I see. It was like that. Now he understood the intentions of his opponents. It was to goad it into an attack. Then why would it attack? Soulless decided to spread out its troops further. To fight me. To be precise, it was to make full use of the 4th point that highlighted the effect of a 100% stat increase when fighting. On the surface, the man acted like he would fight on the front without sacrificing his soldiers. But he was actually trying to save his life by using his base as bait. Interesting. Contrary to his robust appearance, the enemy had the mind of a hundred snakes. But once it understood his intentions, it could take advantage of him. Do whatever you want. Instead, my men will strike the queen before your sword reaches me. Soulless smiled. is that what you are thinking? Jin-hyuk looked rxed. Having provoked the boss so much, he knew the next path it would choose was the safest and surest one. Defeat would be unbearable to its status as a floor boss. And as long as you have the ability to detect weakness, you must have understood the weakness and intention too. A confidence that was formed through questions and resolving issues. The more intelligent the individual, the more thought they would put into a situation. Of course, the cost of overthinking would also be painful. It was then. Is this really fine? Elise, who was wearing the crown, asked him. Are you worried? Of course, I am not. I know you arent normal. But neither is that thing. It isnt like it is guarding the 3rd floor without reason. It is the first time I have seen youpliment someone. So, are you trying to say Soulless is stronger than your people? What! No! Are you saying that hollow-headed stones with bodies are on par with the nobles of the night? If I wasnt imprisoned within the corridor, that guy wouldnt! Elise raised her voice. Seeing her yell, it felt like her tension was somewhat relieved. Do not worry. I have it nned out. All you need to do is keep the crown on. Who would keep the crown longer? Who will cut the opponents head first? Those two factors would be what determined victory or defeat in this fight. And Jin-hyuk already had the answer. Chapter 67: One Man Legion (3) Chapter 67: One Man Legion (3) is that possible? No, are you really going to move like that? Elise looked on in disbelief. This was hard to believe. Not only had he read through the opponents stratagem, but he also saw through Soulless character as if he had known the boss monster for ten years. Above all, the hidden card prepared at the end was something even Elise could never imagine. You What are you? Are you human? Elise gulped. From their first meeting, she knew this man was full of surprises. What was happening here was beyond that. I am just one of those people who likes the world. Eleven years was a long time, and he enjoyed his time here. That was why he had clung to this ce more than anyone else. He wasnt a genius who could learn things instantly. Nor was he born as someone with talent. He had exhausted and worn himself out. That was all. Phew, it is really like you. Elise sighed. No matter how much she asked, he would never talk about his true identity. Protect what is on your head. It is quite expensive. Dont worry. I am not the kind to lose what I get. Smile! Anyway, you are going to be miserable, so see youter. Jin-hyuk, having said his goodbyes, moved away from Elise. He arrived at a vast open space across from his primary formation of chess pieces on the far right. Jin-hyuk whistled. And Dududud. Heavily armored cavalry units equipped withnces lined up on both sides of Jin-hyuk. You called? An emotionless voice came from a knight atop a horse. Unlike the other chess pieces, this was a unique object imbued with intelligence. These were the knights that he had saved for this moment. From among them, a horse wearing ck armor came forward. Its been a while since Ive ridden a horse. Jin-hyuk stroked the ck horses mane. From rtivelymon types, such as horses and wolves, to mythical beasts, such as a phoenix or dragons. There were literally thousands of mount types in the Tower of Trials. Naturally, Jin-hyuk had ridden all of those that existed in the game. In fact, it would be somewhat awkward to ride a horse because it was rare for him to ride such things, yet he climbed up on it anyway. Yiiiha! The horse shook violently, but it was just for a short moment. With his gentle and skillful hand movements, the horse stopped acting wild. Lets go. Jin-hyuk grabbed ance. Yes, sir! The ck knight bowed its head. Dududud! Three hundred knights began their advance through the bamboo forest, the sound of their movement echoing all around. At that moment. Koooo! Ohhhh! Among the stone statues, there were ones with unusually long limbs. They began to run towards Jin-hyuk. This unit numbered around three thousand. However, each of them were just medium-level units. He is aiming for the base. It would be an ambiguous strategy to go back and block it, but there were too many of them to simply ignore them. Perhaps this was what Soulless aimed for. What do we do? Ignore it. As those 3,000 move forward, the defensive wall would be thinner. Jin-hyuk pointed to the empty gap in the center of the statues. As soon as we dig in, the forces on both nks will block the escape route. Yes. He understood it. It was a gap that was left intentionally open. The purpose was to lure the opponent and lock them in from the sides before taking the crown from Elise. The intentions were too obvious just by looking at howrge the opening in the center was. However, all the possible ns had been established. The three thousand-strong units were sent to take the crown. The premise will be that I need to be faster in killing it. Dududud! Jin-hyuk increased his movement speed as the enemy approached. We break through at once! He shouted loudly with hisnce pointed forward. [Chess pieces Knight activates Wedge Formation!] [Damage on impact increased by 200%] His knights took up an assault formation that would generate maximum destructive power even with smaller numbers on their side. Three hundred knights from the right side dug right into the enemy line. Kwakwakwang! The stone statues touched by thence were blown apart, and their fragments dispersed over the ground. That was how strong Jin-hyuks unit was. Theyered defense formation was shattered by using a breakthrough at a single point thatbined their superior weight and speed. Jin-hyuk, who was at the vanguard, captured the momentum of the attack and dug deep into the defensive line. Some of the statues desperately resisted, but they were helpless against Jin-hyuk. Only named monsters would even stand a chance. In just a minute. Jin-hyuk and his knights reached the deepest point of the enemy camp. Jin-hyuk raised his head and saw Soulless sitting atop its bejeweled stone statue. he is smiling. The corners of its lip curled up to a smile, and its face was confident of victory. Youve made it this far, human. You deserve the praise for leading such a small number of soldiers and making it in front of me. Keep speaking nonsense. I know you opened the space up intentionally. Oh? You knew this was a trap? Something like that. Thats funny, but why did you walk in then? Uh? Walk in? Maybe because this looked like the Han river on a midsummer night? Look. There is beer and chicken here. even in this situation, you act like this. At this point, I think Ive overestimated you. Soulless slowly raised both of its hands. Well, thats enough. Why would you entrust the crown to such a skinny child or why you came straight inside here it isnt worth giving you my time anymore. Soulless sped its hands together. I need to end you. Thud! Thud! Thud! At that signal, stone statues on either side of Soulless began to move towards Jin-hyuk, making him frown. He even summoned the statue of David and the Clearing the Foul Traces. Simr to the monster from yesterday, they were powerful named monsters. Kwang! Kwang! His knights began to shatter without being able to resist much. Their armors split in half, and theirnces shattered against the assault. Puahahah! There arent any people in the world better than Shiva! A stone monster burst intoughter. Hmm. I see no human with the right proportions. A statue of David scanned its foes body up and down. Bothbat maniacs and perverts were in one ce. This was a rare sight Indeed the amount of magic that Soulless possessed was enormous. Seeing that it could control monsters of this caliber, it must have nearly endless magic. After all, a boss is a boss. But Despite the overwhelmingly unfavorable situation, Jin-hyuk looked unperturbed. In fact, he was smiling. Have you lost it? Why are you smiling? I will point out two things that you are mistaken about. Jin-hyuk folded his first finger. First, the stone statues you sent out. You picked them out thinking you are pretty confident of the win, right? Right. Only the elite was selected, and they are people I can trust with any task. I did the same. What? The one I entrusted with the crown she is someone I can trust. As Jin-hyuk finished his words. Kwakwang! Red blood rose up into the air. These bastards! How dare you! Try to touch me for real! Elises face was angry. [Elise activates Lv?? Rain of Fresh Blood!] Hundreds of harpoons made of blood filled the sky. They were many in number, but they were also imbued with tremendous amounts of magic. The sunlight disappeared as ck clouds took their ce. Die. Elise sighed coldly. And it ended with that. The stone statues began to crumble under the endless rain of blood. This was something that was usually seen only in movies. Even then, the magic supply was still limited. Had she been able to use her full powers, the whole area would have been devastated. W-what? Soulless, who was watching this, gasped in shock. He had deliberately sent his best soldiers for the assault. In front of the white-haired girl, they were barely better than paper soldiers. This was absurd. J-just how As Soulless struggled to consolidate the reality of the situation, Jin-hyuk folded his second finger. And next. What you thought was a lure to trap me deep in your formation was instead something I was looking for. The trigger conditions were quite tricky, but he had met all of the conditions just in time. [Loading Memories of the World] Jin-hyuk summoned it to review his skills. Woong! The abilities that he could use as materials for fusion were Blood Demon Qi and Mand. He could easily turn the current situation if he fused those two abilities. [Unique Ability Blood Demon Qi and Mand are fused!] [You have seeded in fusing!] [You have acquired the Double Agent (S) skill!] [Rank is lowered from S to A because the activation condition is difficult.] [Double Agent Acquisition Difficulty: A Description: You can brainwash enemies, making them point their swords at each other. However, the target of the double spy must be a Summoned beast summoned by a boss monster and can be used when the distance from the boss monster that summoned them is within 5 meters.] Thank you. Because Soulless had let hime to the required range that was needed to activate the necessary ability. [Lv1 Double Agent is activated!] Psss! A transparent wave rippled out from Jin-hyuks body. At that moment. Hooo! Strange things began to happen in the tightly packed stone statue formation. The swords and spears aimed at Jin-hyuk and his knights were now directed to their fellow statues. Puak! Kakakak! Almost half of the stone statues began to run rampant in an instant. This included even those statues that were considered named monsters. I like the proportions of your body, that fucking western body! Even David was going crazy. Kwang! An unsightly crack appeared on his face. W-what is this all of a sudden? Shut up! From the start, I didnt like your face! Nor your abs or thighs! As long as the attack was already made, it was useless to speak anymore. Now even the named monsters considered each other enemies. The battlefield had changed. Damn it. You were doing this on purpose? Soulless clenched its fist. I dug a trap. If you wanted to catch someone with a brain, you couldnt do it all at once. You needed to n it step by step. Well It is round two now. Chapter 68: One Man Legion (4) Chapter 68: One Man Legion (4) There was just one yer here. However, that one person possessed the power of tens of thousands. [ck Leaf has been activated.] [The stone statues afflicted with corruption are rapidly weakened.] To elerate the ending, Jin-hyuk even used thest hidden card. The surface of the stone statues became dyed ck, and the soldiers that had boasted invincibility slowly copsed. T-this is absurd Soulless staggered and stepped back in disbelief. The stone statue it was riding on also retreated alongside. But it was of no use. The many stone statues protecting him were now busy fighting amongst themselves. Above all of those, the summoned statues were the most annoying. Soulless power and magic had grown beyond the reach of a normal named monster. [Lv3 cier Formation is activated!] Kukuku! A thin wall of ice blocked Soulless path. Where are you thinking of running? This was the fun part, so why was it leaving? Stay till the end. I cannot admit to this. The ability to interfere with the summons of there can be no such thing! Soulless shouted with a pale face and trembling voice. Well, from its point of view, this situation would indeed be entirely uneptable. You have the freedom to deny reality, but the more you do, the stupider youll seem. Jin-hyuk gathered up his magic. Woong! A golden glow appeared on his finger. He activated the Manalda. Did it feel the unusual magicing from him? Soulless jumped off the statues head and gave an order. Stop him! Stop that guy! Somehow Somehow he had to be stopped from using the Mand. Oohh! The bejeweled stone statue raised both hands as arge shadow fell over Jin-hyuk. Kwang! The ground cracked from the attack, but there was nothing left below to crush. Even when cornered, you still have the habit of passing things onto your subordinates and running away. A body soaring high in the sky. Jin-hyuk was suddenly holding a bow that had been made using cier Formation. Of course, the arrows were ice too. A golden arrow imbued with the Mands light was in full bloom. [cier Formation and Mand resonate!] [Exorcism Arrow activated!] A single ray of light. Kwakwakwang! The light flew in a straight line and pierced Soulless through the chest. Chik! Visible heat rose up at the speed it had gone in. Damn damn it! Soulless looked down at the wound with a face full of despair and shock. It was only for a moment, as no living being could survive without a heart. Soulless staggered back and fell without a sound. [3rd-floor boss monster ''Soulless'' has fallen!] [4th floor of Tower of Trials now open!] [Time remaining until clearing next floor 89D: 23h: 59m: 59s] [Level has risen] [Level has risen] [Level has risen] [Level has risen] [Level has risen] Golden status windows appeared one after another as he cleared the 3rd floor. In addition, his level had gone up five times. This was a huge achievement considering the increase in necessary experience value per level. That stat I should increase is magic The next reward that he could get was directly in front of him. Jin-hyuk walked between the stone statues and looked. He spotted a box next to Soulless corpse. This is? His eyes trembled, Violet, indigo, yellow, green, blue, orange, red. Those were the seven colors that indicate the grade of treasure that could be obtained after dealing with relics or boss monsters on the 3rd floor. But I hoped that at least an orange woulde out. All the grades on the 10th floor were red. However, what was in front of him was a step above it, and he could guess the reason. This was probably because of the passive effect of Take-All, which would give him the best rewards when hunting. Ba-dump! Ba-dump! Jin-hyuks heart beat rapidly. Again, the most exhrating moments in life are when you check your reward. [Opening'' Unknown treasure chest''!] With a dazzling light, the items in the box were revealed. [There are a total of 7 items in the box.] [You have acquired 4 Pink Diamonds] [You have acquired ''Priority Base Designation Right.''] [You have obtained ''Softy Soft Grain'' 1kg] [You have acquired ''Natural Water 50L''.] [You have acquired Sr Seeds x 5] [You have acquired ''Fire Spitting Snails'' x 3] If it was a red box, there would only be three items inside it, but this was an orange box. Yah, I was rewarded nicely. Even this was good for him. He had thought that this was an overflowing enough gift But Uh? Jin-hyuk, who had checked the final item, could barely hold back his scream. [The Stone Which Blocks the Sun] Haha! Jin-hyuk grinned from ear to ear as one of the best drops arrived. I know the odds of getting this from 100 treasure boxes were under 1%. Insane! Once more, he realized that the effect of Monopolize was amazing! Then this Maybe I will also get the sweetest rewards up on the 4th floor? Jin-hyuk was already drawing up a new n in his mind. [The 4th floor has opened.] A message was sent to all the yers in the Tower of Trials. W-what? The 4th floor is open? The boss is defeated? The active yers in the Tower knew all about the 3rd-floor boss that no one could even touch. It was hard to believe that someone sessfully beat such a monster. Wasnt this something that even therge guilds had failed to do? But seeing the status window in front of them made them unable to deny it. This was the reality. Really he did it. Patrick of the Olympus Guild gulped in disbelief. He had been skeptical of the masked yer. It was inevitable since even a perfectly made raid group had failed to even touch the boss. But now those doubts vanished. All done solo. Maria, the European Ranker, also had aplicated expression. There was a relief since the end of humankind was averted again, but there was also shame at the difference in their skills. Those two emotions ran through her mind. The birth of a hero. Still, I am d we earned 90 days until we have to attack the next floor. This time, we will prepare properly. The other rankers chimed in relief. On the other hand, Ten Wei, who didnt like this situation, clicked his tongue. Relief? Happy? So foolish! Do you think the sess of this raid will benefit us? In the future, that guy is going to suck everything up! ! Everyone flinched as he told the truth. Currently, the wholemunity refers to this yer as Unknown. After the highlight video of the boss raid was uploaded, the phenomenon had only gotten more intense. -TopNewSoldier: Wasn''t it such a strong name? -AntExercise: Could it be called anything better? -Iam ser killer: Yep. So most raiders also went the other way to avoid him -Kingdom3: Wow. And he took them all down alone? -Ancestors listen: Besides, it was crazy to use chess pieces as pets to catch the boss. -SaeYoungEonHwan: Please continue to subscribe to the channel Unknown! -Dog which barks when it sees a Veteran: Wow! Bow! Bow! -Darami: Why not hand over all the guilds to this man? Skills that showed Elises existence were all edited out, so theplete picture wasnt shown, but extra added effects were enough to satisfy the viewers. An overwhelmingly popr yer. At this point, there was no one more famous. Hmm. It could weaken our position. I do not like it much. The room became noisy as the atmosphere changed. Sighs of relief turned into ones of envy and jealousy. At that moment. What do you mean to say? Teresa jumped from her seat. About what? Ten Wei asked. We all survived, thanks to him. Lets be honest, who in here can deal with that boss? How could anyone here walk into that hell with necromancers who dont even have experience! Instead of showing their gratitude, they were all only concerned about their own growth. It was like saving a drowned person who then asked about the whereabouts of his bags instead of thanking their savior. Of course, she despised Ten Wei the most. Ha! You are taking his side of him because he is your acquaintance. I am speaking the truth here. Teresa drew a clear line. And if the rest of you have the same thoughts as this man I will no longer be a part of this. N-No are you saying you want to leave the meeting? Patrick asked in slight shock. This was a ce where rankers made connections with each other. Of course, there was no elected leader, but no one left since wealth and honor was guaranteed. But Teresa seemed sure. Do you believe that man this much? I do. She believed in him more than anyone. If there was a yer who could see the end of this Tower. Then it was that man alone. And if she had to decide whose side she would take. There was no doubt about who Teresa would choose. At the same time. Jin-hyuk exited the Tower after receiving his rewards. Before heading up to the 4th floor, he wanted to rest and recover his stamina. Since we achieved the results which exceeded our expectations, maybe indulge in some luxury? He should go to a 5-star hotel, take a hot bath and then enjoy a full course meal. When I was a BJ, even having a meal was difficult since I had rent and bills to pay. Even so, there were times that he had to starve himself for two days to do a mukbang show. But no longer. He could earn more than 300 million by selling just one pink diamond. Jin-hyuks stomach rumbled with the expectation that he could treat himself properly for the first time in his life. But it was then. Woong! His phone vibrated [Caller: Yoo Yeon-hwa] Checking the name on the screen, he answered the call. Hello? Oppa! Yoo Yeon-hwas voice was trembling as if her world was about to crumble. Chapter 69: Magic Runaway Chapter 69: Magic Runaway The voice implied that it was serious. What happened, Yeon-hwa? Jin-hyuk asked carefully. Oppa, grandfather. Grandfather copsed. At this rate, I dont think he will make it past the night If it was Yeon-hwas grandfather, then it was Yoo Chun-young? Come to think of it, Kim Gitae had asked her about him during his awakening test. He had asked if the old man was fine, and Yoo Yeon-hwa had responded with some anger. A veteran who he had shared his time in the Tower of Trials with. If Yoo Yeon-hwa, the child who smiled brightly, became so confused and contacted me It had to be because there was no hope left. It meant that she wanted to share her sadness with someone. Where are you? Uh? Where are you now? Seoul National University Hospital. But, even if oppaes For today Jin-hyuk would have to change his schedule a bit. I will be there now. Just wait 30 minutes. Oppa, over here. He saw Yoo Yeon-hwa waiting in front of the hospital room. Thank you foring here. I I really didnt know who else to tell. Her haggard face and eyes told him that she had cried a lot. He understood that she was upset, but the priority now was to understand the old mans condition. Can you tell me what the problem is? It is a symptom of explosive magic overdose. Grandfather originally had a chronic illness, but after the Tower appeared, it had gotten worse. The magic from the Tower caused these changes in the old man. Relics that were stored in the museum or items simr to them. The magic that emanated from these objects could lead to various side effects, so the cause of all this was predictable. It must have something to do with the material arts the old man learned. The interaction between the Towers magic and his long-umted internal qi was what was causing this to happen. Maybe we can try something. R-really? At Jin-hyuks words, Yoo Yeon-hwa looked surprised. When everyone else had given up, this man said that he might be able to save her grandfather. The chances were slim, but It felt like her frozen heart began to melt again in an instant just by this glimmer of hope. First of all, I want to see the patient in person. Is he here? Yes. One minute. Wiping her tears away, Yoo Yeon-hwa opened the door to the room. Kik! The door creaked as he entered the room filled with a dozen people. Doctors and nurses in white robes, a healer holding what seemed to be a magic tool, and men in uniforms. Of course, the most notable figure was an old man lying on the bed. Jin-hyuk narrowed his eyes Yoo Chun-young. Koreas strongest? Name: Yoo Chun-young Gender: Male Age: 78 Level: 5 Strength 25 Agility 50 Stamina 38 Magic 7 Qi 103 Stat Points: 0 Coins: 0 upation: None Unique Ability: Tai Chi Martial Form Skill: Lv13 True Tai Chi Cultivation method, Lv12 No Retreat in Face of Battle, Lv12 Strengthening [Copy Condition: His healers had been trying to make death a certainty for Yoo Chun-young. Even if they are convinced that there is no hope, if you manage to save Yoo Chun-youngs life even a little by revealing the n of the healers to embezzle his assets, you would be able to copy any of his skills.] The Eye of Gluttony was truly splendid. Just level 5. Yet a person cannot be judged by their levels. Especially not this old man. The exact yer rankings werent even appropriately determined yet, but if he had to pick the strongest yer in Korea, it would be Yoo Chun-young. Regardless of his level and ability, he was great. They said he had never entered a dungeon before this, and that was true. The old man had increased his level while dealing with monsters outside. It was a pity that he hadnt seen it because he was inside thebyrinth. That is why I came here on purpose. That was why he came here despite the promise offortable rest and delicious meals. Of course, it was partly because of his friendship with Yoo Yeon-hwa, but the most important factor was the chance to copy his skills. The opportunity to meet a giant like Yoo Chun-young wasnt something that happened often. At that moment. Miss Yeon-hwa. Where are youing from? We need to leave Uh? One of the healers became silent as they recognized someone familiar. P-yer Kang Jin-hyuk? The one who got the S-rank? Right. It is him! What is happening here? How would they not know? This was one of Koreas most-searched information. Not only did he get S-rank for his magic, but he had also shown amazing skills against Chun Yu-seong and Hong Deok-yo. The public would not forget it anytime soon. H-How does Miss Yeon-hwa know him? I have known oppa for a long time. He came with me to look at grandfathers condition. Uh? To check the condition. Are you saying the yer Kang Jin-hyuk will treat him? Everyone looked doubtful. Well, it must be hard to believe. Because a random person hade out of nowhere and imed that he would be able to heal this old man. No, they were likely more terrified that something more important would get revealed here. [Damn it. Why did a ranker have to appear now?] [He couldnt have noticed that we were trying to suck up the money while doing the treatments, right?] [As if. Can someone who only knows how to fight tell the difference between veins and arteries?] Through mind reading, he was able to discern their true thoughts. Those who do business by preying on the hopes of others are trash. These guys were the worst. They knew that Yoo Yeon-hwa wouldnt give up on her grandfather. Disgusting. Making others suffer and cry to fill their stomachs? Jin-hyuks expression became chilly as he opened his subspace inventory. Woong! What appeared was a ss vial with a special liquid inside it, the Elixir. However, the healers faces didnt change even after seeing this. On the contrary, they just clicked their tongues. I know what you are trying to do, but we already used elixirs before this. Heo Jinsu, the representative of the healers, opened his mouth. How could they have not done everything to treat the man? Of course, they tried everything, like elixirs and medicinal herbs. Well, you may have talent inbat, but this field is different from that. Even the materials of the Tower cannot help him. It is fine. Do not worsen the conditions of the patient with your little knowledge. Words of ridicule flowed out of their mouths. What? Were they actually trying to act like they cared? To have such a high ego and elitist attitude. Now he understood why the system had set such specific copy conditions. It was disgusting how they acted like they knew everything about the Tower. But all this did was make Jin-hyuk want to hit them even harder. With a tilt of his head, he asked the healers. Um. No. Did you use the elixir as it was? Of course Haha. No way. Those who are well versed in this field wouldnt have just poured the elixir into the throat of a patient who is suffering from runaway magic unless their heads are empty. Ahem. Ahem! The healers faces became red as they felt their egos being stabbed. But if they protested now, they would simply admit that they did what he said. This forced them to hold back their words. Nice. Now they look like docile sheep. The symptoms have gotten this bad because the cultivation used by the patient is ipatible with the way magic is gathered from the Tower. The different energies would then rage within the body. In other words, the disease can be healed if the energies within him are diluted or released. T-the yer Kang Jin-hyuk knows how to do that? Of course, I know it. Just like the amazing healers in here. Uh? Eh. Why are you being so humble? The method to save the patient can only be used after they have fallen into aa. Isnt that why you have been patiently waiting until now? Jin-hyuk smiled brightly An unrted person might like that smile. From the viewpoint of the healers, that was a smile they wanted to wipe off that face as soon as possible. If we say we dont know, we can never set foot in this industry again. Heo Jinsu grit his teeth. A healer that had lesser skillspared to abat yer. No, we were waiting for that too. As I thought! So with my little knowledge, I will be learning what you healers do from now. Jin-hyuk took a step back. Heo Jinsu expressed dissatisfaction. T-that I know how to do it, but I think consuming the needed materials will take some time. It might take a few hours. So if yer Kang Jin-hyuk could do it with me. Hm, that is odd. Odd, you mean? Lack of materials. From what I see, there is the exact amount to try it just once. Huh! Heo Jinsu gasped while trying to control his expression. But it was no use. It was because Jin-hyuk heard everything through the Eye of Gluttony. [Uh, How does he know that? He cannot know about the money we took, right?] Well, how else would he know? Jin-hyuk smiled. [I am the only one who knows about the ount. In particr, we are using borrowed names and cryptocurrency and distributing the money through seven ces. Even God couldnt find it now] Looking at the borrowed name on the ount Huh, now I see. You used a bitcoin wallet as well? You must have eaten up tens of billions in total. No wonder you dont have any money left to get the ingredients. N-No do Heo Jinsu took a step back as things no one else should know became known. Such a deceptive ability. Although conditions were applied to it, the ability to read minds was amazing. But [Never] At Heo Jinsus following thoughts. [ be caught.] This time, it was Jin-hyuks turn to be shocked. Chapter 70: Dweller Of The Tower (1) Chapter 70: Dweller Of The Tower (1) [Just how much does he know?] Heo Jinsus true feelings were shown to Jin-hyuk. His thoughts that followed were most shocking. [Here, I have to end it here the fact that the ck Cloud Guild and the ''Dweller'' had contacted us shouldn''t be known.] Jin-hyuk frowned. What was this guy talking about? Could it be that this wasnt just for money? In an instant, the copy condition shed into his mind. Uncover the ns At first, he had thought that meant he just needed to dig up the corruption, but it felt that something more was happening. For one, the ck Cloud Guild was one of the top guilds in Korea, and thats before the mention of the Tower dwellers. A yer had just conquered the 3rd floor today, but the dwellers of the Tower could only be encountered after reaching the 15th floor. Then That meant that first contact was made from the side of the dwellers to the Fathers of Fighting Guild. He wasnt sure of their purpose, though. However, one thing was certain, their ns involved the death of Yoo Chun-young. From their point of view, human yers would be enemies who threaten the Tower This was bing interesting. At that moment. Oppa, what do you mean? You mean they stole the money we gave them to heal the master? You fucking bastards! What the hell did you do? Dont ever think about living after today! The followers of Yoo Chung-young shouted in indignation. The healers they had trusted had stabbed them in the back. It was no surprise they were furious. The moment that a sword was pulled out of its sheath. Leave them to me. Jin-hyuk said. yer Kang Jin-hyuk. We appreciate you getting the truth out, but I dont think our anger will die down if I dont kill them here. I apologize, but I am of the same opinion. You entrusted your teacher to these people The disciples all bit their lips at those words. They didnt look happy with this situation. Instead, I will treat elder Yoo Chun-young right now and here. ! I-Is that possible? At Jin-hyuks words, their swords were pushed back into their sheaths. Revenge was important, but saving their teachers life was more important. Of course, it is possible. Hes dealt with these kinds of issues in the past. Lets see Jin-hyuk grabbed the fluids and medicines that were ced on the table. Naturally, they were just props to support his act. Tools to hide the fusion skill and properly get the job done. Jin-hyuk, who had finished his prep, looked at Heo Jinsu. Keep your eyes here. See how the Elixir is appropriately used. [Unique Ability'' Blessing of the Star'' and ''Elixir'' are fused] [Fusion Sessful!] [You have acquired the special item ''Tears of Stars (SS)''!] [A 90-day cooldown is required to use the Tears of Stars again.] Woong! In an instant, the Elixir changed, and the liquid within it began to shine with a bright light. Jin-hyuk took the Elixir and approached Yoo Chun-young. Any normal person would have been long dead. The bulging blood vessels were clear symptoms that his body couldnt handle this for much longer. Indeed, he was truly strong. He wasnt letting go of the string of life despite being in such terrible agony. One or two drops wont be enough. I will feed him all of it. As the condition was quite serious, he decided to pour everything inside the mans throat. The Tears of Stars was pricey stuff. But it was a low price if he could copy one ability from the old man. Gulp! The liquid ran down the old mans throat and seeped into his body, his pale face slowly turning red as it did so. Huuu hu. His breathing became stable as his cold sweat gradually stopped. All of the bulging blood vessels also slowly settled. After a long period of suffering, the man finally recovered. [Condition met!] [Choose one of Yoo Chun-young''s skills?] He knew what to choose. [You have selected to copy the unique ability ''True Tai Chi Cultivation Method (S)''!] [True Tai Chi Cultivation Method Acquisition Difficulty: S Description: This is a self-defense and qi cultivation technique developed by Yoo Chun-young, which can absorb magic from the air. When used, the magic recovery speed is increased by 30%, and it has the effect of making the body look younger.] [Copied skill in Memory of the World.] Status windows appeared in session. Jin-hyuk reviewed its contents. So there was an effect to make the user look younger as well as recovering magic Yoo Chun-young definitely looked young for his age. Not a surprise considering this skill was already at level 13 for him. That alone would have been enough to consider him a monster of a yer. As Jin-hyuk continued to review his newly-acquired skill. Grandfather! Yoo Yeon-hwa touched her grandfathers cheek T-this is. Did the teacher really recover? I-it is true! The wave of magic inside is stabilized. Thick streams of tears began to flow down the faces of everyone there. It was difficult to control the emotions that they had held back for a long time. On the other hand, Heo Jinsu, who had been watching the scene, stood with his mouth wide open as he was unsure of what had just happened. I cannot believe it. The opponent was someone who fought. But He also knew the method of treating runaway magic? Something that no one else had known until now? It was easy to say that the elixir concentration had to be done perfectly. However, it was impossible to understand if it was perfect or not unless the body reacted to it. But the opponent did it all in just one go. Tremble! Heo Jinsu trembled at the overwhelming potential he felt from this S-rank yer. Add to that the medicinal knowledge. It was like dealing with a monster. Though all he could do was think about running away, his body wouldnt move. At that time Jin-hyuk approached him. The other side seems to be a little lost. Lets have a nice conversation here. What will you do to me? Uh? You want to kill me too? No, I might if we were inside the Tower, but it is a pain to kill someone out here. Above all, it is ridiculous to kill someone who stole money, So. The money you received. Cough it back up, and youll get to leave. Youll forgive me if I send back the money? Isnt this a good deal? You get to run from the mans crazy disciples too. You should take the chance I am giving you. Jin-hyuk shrugged as he indicated that he only cared about the money. Is money what he wants? Heo Jinsu considered it. If money was the opponents goal, he didnt mind returning it all. The mission to kill the old man had failed, but at least the information regarding his identity hadnt leaked yet. He didnt have to worry for long. I will do it. Then, as soon as the money is put into this ount, I will release you. Jin-hyuk handed him a piece of paper. An ount with an untraceable number is a benefit given to S-rank yers alone. Tring! [A new financial transaction urred.] [36,350,000,000 won has been deposited into the ount of Kang Jin-hyuk.] A notification window appeared on Jin-hyuks cell phone. Around 36 billion. Most of the amount stolen from the old man was returned. Can I leave now? Heo Jinsu asked. Yes. It was a nice transaction. Jin-hyuk smiled and stepped away from the door. No one was now blocking the path, which meant that there was a way out. ck! Eik! Come out now! T-thank god! As soon as the door opened, the healers rushed out, worrying that Jin-hyuk might change his mind ande for them. Hmm. Are you going to send them off just like that? That isnt like you. Elisemented to him. She is watching from inside the ring. There was no way he wouldnt be wearing the ring. Thanks to it, he had managed to stay out of trouble most of the time. Elise. Jin-hyuk slowly said. From now on, find out where he is going and who he is talking to. What? You let him go on purpose? He wont speak even if we ask him. Above all else, neither ck Cloud Guild and Dwellers would give them much information as they are just disposable pieces. No matter how many ants were killed, it was futile. So. We need to make the ant run back to its queen. Jin-hyuk smiled. After a few moments, only Yoo Chun-young and Jin-hyuk were left in the room. He had told the others that he needed to make sure that the old mans body had absorbed all of the Elixir into his body. Therefore he had asked to leave and rest for a bit. Jin-hyuk then looked at the man. No one is here now. No answer came. I know that you already regained consciousness. Jin-hyuk added. Right. Haha. I thought I hid my presence fine. You are a lot smarter than I thought, young man. The old man who everyone thought was unconscious was awake. Was it my breathing? No, it was perfect. No yer of any skill would be able to detect Yoo Chun-youngs breathing patterns. It was the Eye of Gluttony. I am sorry. I didnt mean to deceive you. It is fine. The timing of my appearance was quite strange. Besides, I think thered be some doubts if someone came with the cure for runaway magic that no one else knew about.. Puahaha! Right. Yoo Chun-youngughed aloud. Had Jin-hyuk tried to say something else, Yoo Chun-young wouldnt have believed him. However, seeing that he wasughing, he probably liked Jin-hyuk at least a little. I am someone who has a hard time trusting people. So what do you want from this old man? There is one thing I want to ask. You are someone who saved my life. I will answer anything. Yoo Chun-young nodded with a bright smile. But Sir, you fought with a dweller on the first day of Tower of Trials am I right? This question wasnt expected. How do you know? The smile vanished right away. Chapter 71: Dweller Of The Tower (2) Chapter 71: Dweller Of The Tower (2) Seeing Yoo Chun-youngs reaction, Jin-hyuk bit his lip. I was right. No matter how strong the magicing out from the Tower of Trials was, it wasnt enough to send a man like this into a mana-induceda. Just by looking through the Eye of Gluttony, he was confident this old man was a ranker. Then It means that something pushed the old man to the edge. Of course, not a single non-yer could even touch him. Even if you searched the entire world, only those who lived in the Tower would have the strength. Jin-hyuk was thinking of something huge based on these assumptions. Yoo Chun-young had confirmed the premise that someone was there. Haha. You really have a knack for surprising people. How far do you n to lift and release an old mans heart? Yoo Chun-young sighed. Can I take it as my prediction being correct? You are right. The day the Tower first appeared someone caught me. Jin-hyuk frowned. This was a story about the dweller. The main question, however, was what floor this dweller lived on. Can you tell me something like specific characteristics? Appearance, fighting style, statues. Anything works. He is an Asian with long ck hair and white clothes. The weapon is a sword and it was scary. Ive never seen anyone wielding a sword that quickly. An Asian person who used a sword? He knew who it was. a Murim person. Arge force from the 21st floor of the Tower, a denizen of Murim. As that faction dominated the entire 21st floor, they were known to move aggressively to climb higher in the Tower. Even when I was ying Tower of Trials, I had a lot of trouble because of them. Anyone who posed any threat to them they would mercilessly kill. They would use any means and methods necessary to do so. A group of people akin to leeches. Jin-hyuk frowned. As expected, the most troublesome one had appeared. Someone you know? Something like that. Hehe. I see. I expected you to know. Yoo Chun-young nodded his head and said. Can I ask you something now? Sure. I know about all the high-ranking guilds in Korea and their members, but you seem to know more than even them. Even the best in Korea didnt know who that person was. Right. Since Murim was on the 21st floor, it was natural for people to not know. Except for one person. Who is me Jin-hyuk remained silent without affirming or denying the statement. Ah, I didnt mean to make you ufortable. I just wanted to put my hopes onto someone who could help us out of this darkness. And that is me? Even though I know nothing about you, I have met so many people till this age, and even though I might not look like this, there is something I like which I hate equally. Yoo Chun-young smiled. The eye of truth sees behind a human. As one umtes time and experience, the ability to discern people would be improved. You must be overestimating me, sir. You think so? In my eyes, the yers in the world are now being overestimated. It has just been two months, but they ssify people based on magic and unique abilities. That is the most ridiculous thing for me. It was said that it would take 10,000 hours to be a master of anything. Even Rome wasnt built in a day. But the world had changed, and people began to assume that they had be strong because of a single ability. This was something that Yoo Chun-young didnt like. But you are different. What is it? It feels like you have been through things countless times? You have tasted the bitter taste of defeat and victory too many times as if it was as simple as sleeping. And you also showed the skills to ovee such slumps. It isnt that much. Hahaha! And the humble nature. However, it is impossible to hide it from me. Yoo Chun-young burst intoughter. Of course, he didnt forget to add. Dont worry. I will not tell this to anyone. That was the truth. Yoo Chun-young wasnt the kind of person who would recklessly speak about things. Besides, no one would believe it. But. You saved my life using something precious like an elixir, so I want to give something back is there something you wish for? At those words, Jin-hyuk fell into deep thought. This man was the most prestigious martial artist in Korea. Not just medals, but the man must have also learned hundreds of martial forms. And, of course, his money would be enough to fill multiple rooms. Actually, there is something I need. Can I ask for anything? Do not worry, and tell me. He did say anything, right? Jin-hyuk smiled. No matter how polite he had been, he wasnt the type to stay humble when it involved rewards. Youre supposed to say you want to eat when you are hungry. Otherwise, you would die while thinking about your fame and position. I would like to receive the Twin Dragon Swords the elder owns. They were Admiral Yi Sun-yis swords which had been recovered after being considered lost for a long time. The legendary weapons that even the Tower couldnt replicate. T-twin Dragon Swords? This time it was Yoo Chun-youngs turn to be shocked. He clearly didnt expect this request. Did I ask for something impossible? Jin-hyuk smiled, an innocent and bright smile spread on his face. Hmm. It is difficult. But I am not someone who says two different things with the same mouth. Yoo Chun-young calmed his expression, he was a bit shocked, but this man had saved his life. He was willing to give him all his assets if he asked. I will make them clean and send them to you tomorrow. Do you need anything more? No. That is fine. He was getting what he needed, and it was time to leave, but as he turned around This is only a story I heard through an unofficial source. Yoo Chun-young spoke to him again. There is information that people who hade down from the Tower had made contact with yers on the Chinese side. ! Be careful. Then it might not just be humanity that needed to worry about the Tower. Yoo Chun-young warned him of the worst-case scenario. I will keep that in mind. Jin-hyuk nodded. After finishing his conversation, Jin-hyuk immediately headed toward Lotte. Many things had happened, but they were all ording to n. He had borrowed arge amount of money, received information, and was about to get a new weapon too. He should eat the tastiest foods. I have everything filling the pocket, so I should rest now. Normally, luxury was only for those who could afford it. Suite rooms that cost more than 2 million a night were something he used to need a whole month to earn. But he was no longer bound by money since he had gotten billions from those crooked healers. He took the membership as well as the benefits that were offered by Signiel. ck! As the door opened, he observed the hotel suite which came into view. Marble floors and chandeliers. Furniture imported from Italy and Germany filled the room. And, of course, a ss window covering one wall gave him a unique nighttime view of Seoul. Ahem! Jin-hyuk liked this. This is why money is nice. Sitting on the soft bed with a wee drink in hand, he felt the umted fatigue from all the years rushing in. To be honest, he just wanted to sleep like this. The warm goose quilt below him was so soft. However, he would regret itter if he had spent the long vacation just sleeping. I need to take a shower and then eat. Jin-hyuk called for room service and headed to the shower room. Had twenty minutes passed just like that? Jin-hyuk, who came out of the living room, was shocked again. Top quality steak with truffle, thick salmon sashimi, lobsters, caviar, and European cheeses was all on the table. There was so much food that even five people couldnt easily finish it all. Jin-hyuk cut the steak with his knife and fork and revealed the pink flesh underneath the caramelized exterior. The meat juices and gravy that entered his mouth were fulfilling. And this wine, the Chateau Fleurdo, was called the Water Drops of the Gods. Wow! insane. This was apletely different taste from old and damp rice, fresh kimchi, and soybean paste. Happiness came after hard work. Because there was a difficult past, the present joy would shine brighter. But as he continued to enjoy his dinner, a familiar type of content came out of the TV that had been turned on. [Mr. Eun-seol, what do you think is the most effective way to climb a tower?] A special feature rted to the Tower of Trials. A female announcer and a man with an impressionable smile were talking. It was Jang Eun-seo, a ranker belonging to the Dangun Guild, considered the strongest in Korea. [Well, there are two ways to get stronger in the Tower. The first way is to hone your unique abilities and skills or raise your level.] [Like a game?] [Right. As you get stronger, you can clear more dungeons.] [Then what about the second method?] [Using coins.] [This is the currency that can be used within the Tower.] [Yes. I think the power to purchase better items is the best way to be a ranker. Until now, the dor was the key currency moving the world, but in the future, the coins will be what drives the world. I am also looking forward to the future and investing all the coins I have collected to upgrade the broadcasting system.] Jin-hyuk, who listened to this, snorted. Investing coins in broadcasting There is currently a trend among the yers to upgrade their broadcasting systems to gain more subscribers. Of course, this was a stupid thing to do. What would they do by promoting colorful thumbnails for a hundred days? Wasnt the Tower the most important thing? Even if they show hours of the Tower, would anyone care? Quality. The overwhelming performance that came with clearing out ces in the Tower was what captivated the viewers. [The 4th floor is open, but no one has entered the 4th floor yet. Can you please exin this?] The announcer changed the topic. [That is because the 4th floor is structured so that the rest of the yers can enter only when the yer who opened the gate deres that he will attack. Of course, if the person doesn''t do it for 10 days, others can enter normally.] [Ah. Was there such a rule? Then why didn''t he go up?] [Haha. Naturally. The 4th floor is an area that has arge number of zombies, and one can only clear it by defending the base. Besides, there is only one chance to challenge the 4th floor.] [And one failure is the end of it all? No second chance?] [In the game, if we fail, we end up being reset to level 1, but in reality, humanity will perish right away, in that sense, we have only one chance.] [No way] [Yes. It takes at least a month or two as the Unknown yer cannot attack without working with therge guilds. We need at least that much time to prepare for it and get the items and resources needed.] [Are you saying that attempting it before that is tough?] [I will bet my name on it. If one goes there without proper preparation, the difficulty of zombie waves will start to jump up. People might think about going early and getting rewards, but what if they cannot stand it and we fall? No man withmon sense would do such a thing.] But just one second after. [yer ''Unknown'' announces the attack on the 4th floor.] The announcer who saw this spoke happily. [All yers who will challenge the 4th floor, please prepare] Jang Eun-seok smiled. [In the next 8 hours, the first wave begins] And all of the viewers who were watching. [If the 100 waves cannot be blocked, humanity will perish] Were at a loss for words. Chapter 72: Battle Of Bases (1) Chapter 72: Battle Of Bases (1) The world turned upside down due to the sudden deration of attack on the 4th floor. W-what is this!? He wants to start now? Is this for real? Insane! Call all the rankers right now! This is an emergency. I am telling you to stop acting out ande! Have you drawn up the list of candidates for the ce? Bring it! All the data on the 4th floor we have been collecting so far! All of the executives of therge guilds shouted at their subordinates. It was necessary for each team to pre-emptively choose a good location on the 4th floor. This was due to the nature of the wave of attacks on said floor. Every minute and every second was precious for humanity. They had to lead the raid on the 4th floor in just eight hours. Additionally, they had to finish nning all possible routes in the remaining time. While everyone was rushing around until the morning. Yawn! Jin-hyuk woke up from the soft bed. Crack! His joints felt a little stiff, but his body felt refreshed, as if he was reborn. It seemed that all the fatigue I umted over the years was relieved all at once. In order to start on this new fight, he needed that much stamina, at least. The rest probably didnt have this. They must be in the worst condition. As he had deliberately dered the attack at such ate hour, the big guilds must have been mentally and physically exhausted after trying to use their heads. But what else could be done? This isnt a sport being yed in a stadium. There was no fair y. This was the 4th floor, where fewer challengers meant greater rewards. [[Time remaining before the first wave 1h: 37m: 51s] Now was the time to head to the 4th floor. 4th floor of the Tower of Trials This was the first hurdle that caused many yers to quit the game. Right, it was inevitable. There were 100 waves of normal, special, andbination-type zombies on this floor of the Tower. Challengers also had to y defensive by cing defense towers and securing food, clothing, and shelter within their chosen base. Above all, the ridiculous penalty that their entire ount would get reset if the yer didnt clear all 100 waves made many yers curse the game. The [Tower of Trials] wasnt a hated game for no reason. And right now Woong! A yer appeared on the 4th floor. Every time I see it, it looks like shit. Jin-hyuk looked around. In keeping with the theme of zombies, the 4th floor was made to look like a ce that had faced an apocalyptic end. Burned-out buildings and abandoned cars, a city that civilization had abandoned. One couldnt help but feel sad. Perhaps because this was a sight that reflected the future of mankind. It was then. Tring! A status window popped up. [You entered the 4th floor of the Tower of Trials. You are the first] [Other yers will be able to enter the 4th floor after 20 minutes] He had a 20-minute bonus for being the person who cleared the 3rd-floor boss. This would be the time to decide on sess or failure. I need to hurry, Jin-hyuk looked towards the north, but his speed wasnt good, considering the rough path. It was a road that disappeared due to sinkholes and was blocked by vein-covered walls. A path that was full of obstacles. Hurry. Faster! Jin-hyuk settled his breathing and increased his speed further. There were less than 10 minutes left. Kwakwakwang! How long did he spend running while cutting down the obstacles on the path using Sword Grave and repairing broken floors using cier Formation. Finally, he stopped as he arrived at a huge stadium. I was almost toote. Because he needed to secure the base he wanted before the other yers came in, he had to move quickly, even if it was difficult. That was because some other yers had the ability to elerate quickly or even move through space. Where here now. Found it. Jin-hyuk ced his palm on the pir at the entrance of the stadium. And at that moment. [Using ''Priority Point Designation Ticket''!] [''Sangam World Cup Stadium'' has been selected as the base!] A red g was ced on the stadium. This was a warning. It indicated that the owner of this ce was fixed, so others should look for another site. Great! Jin-hyuk nodded his head satisfactorily and entered the stadium. The green pitch where 22 yers once sweated to win was now gone. All that was left was a dry and dusty field. Right. This was the condition I wanted. Dirt and dust. It was a symbol of lost life. At the same time, it was a symbol that also symbolized new life. [Spraying ''Softy Soft Grain'' 1kg] [nting ''Sr Seeds'' x5.] [Preparing ''Natural Water'' 50L.] Jin-hyuk took the rewards he had gotten after defeating Soulless. The grains, the seed, and the soil. Jin-hyuk chose nts among the countless defense options avable on the 4th floor. You can ce one nt at each entrance to the stadium and ce thest one in the center. [Time left until ''Sr Seeds'' hatch: 55m: 33s] [Time remaining until ''Softy Soft Grains'' hatch: 5h:19m:10s] By the time the first wave arrived, these nts would be ready to do their job and make this ce a stronghold. The grains would be useful as food that will sprout up. It was then. Tring! Tring! Blue status windows appear one after another in front of him. [Oppa, I called you because you told me to call when Ie to the 4th floor. Taemin is with me.] [Jin-hyuk hyung, we have arrived, it is the 4th-floor entrance, right?] Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Taemin, his co-workers and fellow veterans, and Teresa, the saintess, were people he had been in touch with first. I will be there soon. Jin-hyuk sprinkled the water on the seeds. [Growth speed of nts increased by 20%.] Within about 10 minutes, Jin-hyuk arrived back at the ce where he had entered the floor on. The 4th floor had begun to be crowded. Almost all of the famous guilds are participating. Despite the tight schedule, they had managed to gather inrge numbers, making their desire for the rewards obvious. But. The opportunity to pick up an A-grade random box didnte around often. No matter how early it was in the Tower of Trials, even those who hadpleted the Tower would have known that an A-grade box was in the top 5% of most covered items. And the next step for each yer would be different depending on the item that came out. As Jin-hyuk looked over at the yers. Hyung! Oppa! Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Taemin found him and waved their hands. Mr. Jin-hyuk! Teresa, too smiled brightly as she came up to him. Jin-hyuk had met Yoo Yeon-hwa only the day before, but it wasnt for a long time. I am sorry for calling you all so suddenly. I didnt have time to exin as things went faster than I thought. No, no. We had toe since hyung called us. I dont care where it is. It is better to take the side of Mr. Jin-hyuk, Hm That phrasing was a little sad. From now on, all three of them would be hispanions. He would be the vicious shop owner who vited the Employment and Labor Act while they were his faithful part-timers. This was the ideal position that Jin-hyuk wanted. Look at that. Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Taemin. You two attacked the B ssbyrinth on the second floor alone, right? Teresa that. You said you left the meeting, but was it to stick with the potential benefits from here? Wait! Is that Kang Jin-hyuk? This time its a super special divine yer from Korea! Is that person Kang Jin-hyuk? The one who got a reawakening which made his magic increase immensely? Right. They said that it was much higher than a normal S-rank. Because of him, people said that ranks should be further subdivided. It seems like theres a lot of amazing yers here, as well as that Unknown yer. Every member there is terrifying. Wont they be stronger than any other raid group? Since there were such hot topic yers here, the attention of the people around them was concentrated. Of course, Jin-hyuk wasnt the type to care about that. Did everyone prepare well? We prepared diligently! But oppa, are we okay with just us? Uh? The zombie waves here are numerous. Yoo Yeon-hwa shivered slightly. Terrible memories of the past where she was assailed with the smell of blood and flesh. I do have the ability to summon pets, but it is still difficult to use since I am low level. In particr, it would be difficult to use it to block waves of zombies Lee Taemin also said something simr. It would be burdensome to face the waves without proper preparation, but Isnt it more fun like this? Jin-hyuk gave them an innocent smile. It was as if he was gleefully expecting the chance to experience a higher-level difficulty. F-fun? Oppa. This isnt a game. We might die if we get bitten by zombies. Sigh. Hyung still hasnt given up on his old habit. Isnt this like a top-level abuse? Mr. Jin-hyuk is a pervert. The three sighed at the same time. How could they be so frustrated right from the start? Did you deliberately choose the stadium? Uh? Stadium? Sangam Stadium? Please tell me it isnt true. It is true. Hyung! Have you lost it? That is the toughest one out of all the bases! It is arge base that must be defended by at least 100 people. Jin-hyuk knew that. At the same time, it was the most rewarding ce. Still, everyone went all the way to the 20th floor, so dont be sick of it already. It is said that we need to collect as much as possible of the skills from the start. It will befortable as we go up. Right? True Ahhh! I dont know. It is possible for oppa, but hard for us. Not all of the undead were the same. There were rotting warts, oil, and flesh on them. Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Taemin acted like this because they were terrified. They were holding their heads from the stress. That, Mr. Jin-hyuk, may I ask one thing? Teresa, who was silent, raised her hand. Yes, ask. As far as I know, we need to have a minimum number of people to carry out the defensive battle, but I think we arecking in numbers. Uh? Come to think of it Right. I didnt pay attention to it as I was too preupied with the stadium. Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Taemin were surprised. The minimum required number for a team on this floor was five people, but only four had gathered. This meant that they needed another person to officially start. Thest one ising soon. Jin-hyuk spoke without worry and, just in time Kwang! A roar from a distance. Tch tch. Well, he wasnt the kind to appear quietly. Chapter 73: Battle Of Bases (2) Chapter 73: Battle Of Bases (2) A vast scar appears on the ground as a dust cloud rises at the des passing. W-what is that mad man! I dont know. What kind of bastard attacks so suddenly! I almost died! I already stayed up all night and am feeling annoyed! Ugh! What stop! That guy, it is him! Sword Spirit! That psychopath? The rumbling of the crowd became louder. Do not get in my way and get out because I will cut all of you down. It was none other than Chun Yuseong. He was angry and had cold eyes, a very expected expression. Chun Yuseong, who had devoted himself to training, received a message early in the morning. [Come to the 4th-floor entrance in an hour.] Jin-hyuk had sent it. Funny. Chun Yuseong frowned at the message. There was no reason for him toe out here. His training was alreadycking if he wanted to ovee the monster in front of him. So he ignored the message. And another message came in. [If youe now, I will duel with you without a left arm and right leg as a handicap.] He needed to hold himself back even at this provocation. It was just a childish attempt. Once he gets caught, it would be like falling for an opponents cheap tricks. [Right. Then I''ll just use my right brain and close both eyes to fight. Okay?] Be patient. Be patient. Hold back that anger and use it as a basis for getting revenge next time. If he waited, the chance would surelye. [Okay? Ah, that looks right. Don''t worry. I won''t bother you despite you having your tail between your legs.] And with that. Thest string of his reason was cut. kill him! He had to kill Jin-hyuk. Chun Yuseong was provoked, left everything behind, and headed to the 4th floor. And right now. He could see the culprit. Uh? You are here? Here! Jin-hyuk waved his hand. He thought he was going to die waiting for thest piece. Anyways, he should have kept his sense of time right, at least. You! Chun Yuseong held his sword out. It wasnt his normal sword but a new sword with runes engraved on it. As expected, he got it. Elemental Sword. It wasntplete yet, but it was a special item that couldpensate for a swordsmans weakness in long-distance battle by injecting elemental magic into their weapon. Jin-hyuk smiled. Although he was strong enough to be acknowledged by everyone, he was someone who continually pursued his own level. That meant it was easy to predict his next growth target. I am here to prove whether I am scared or not. Chun Yuseong grabbed the sword with both hands. Kukuku! Due to the sharply focused magic, even the ground began to shake. This man was unstoppable. It is good to prove it, but to fight with an unfinished sword At Jin-hyuks words, Chun Yuseong became stiff. What do you mean? I mean it literally. The Elemental Sword is definitely not bad, but it needs to bepleted before the power can be fully shown. At the end of the day, the A-grade random box from this floor also contains an item that canplete the Elemental Sword. What you want is the fire element, right? Nonsense! A random box is random! There is no way to know whates from it! Right. You cannot get a glimpse of what is inside a random box in a normal manner. But I prefer the unusual shortcuts. You know? Jin-hyuk smiled while Chun Yuseong bit his lips. If anyone else had said this, he wouldnt even care, but this man was someone who was an exception to everything. If it was Jin-hyuk, he might really be able to peek into everything. If you are right. Then you mean you will use me as bait? Isnt life all about using each other for personal gains? Besides, there is nothing you would lose, right? Better items are needed to get stronger. There was no such thing as easy growth. But there were cases where items simply brought rankers to the upper tiers. Finally, damn it. there must be material in a random box toplete the sword, Srng! Chun Yuseong ced his sword back into its sheath. Nice. There were a lot of ups and downs, but five people had gathered here, even if one of them was highly suspicious of the one whose aims were vague. [Party of 5 has been formed] [The minimum number of people to defend the base has been met] Five yers, including Jin-hyuk, headed to the stadium. Hmm. Hmm Lee Taemin and Yoo Yeon-hwa nced at Chun Yuseong. Wasnt this the bastard who would pull out a sword when people just make eye contact with him? Being on the same team made them feel anxious. Mr. Jin-hyuk. Is this really fine? Teresa, who had met Chun Yuseong in the Corridor of the Fallen, was equally anxious. It is fine. Theres a surprisingly docile side of that guy, even if he looks like that. He wont stab us in the back of the head as long as the wave keepsing. Still Trust me. He had fought the guy the most, so he understood what kind of person he was. He knew Chun Yuseong wasnt the type to stab someone in the back. Maybe maybe. It was then. Ah, right, oppa. I almost forgot, take this. As if something crossed her mind, Yoo Yeon-hwa opened her subspace and soon took out an unusual pair of swords. It was the Twin Dragon Swords. Ohh! As expected. It was a relic of the past, but it was said to be ofparable quality to relics from inside the tower. That wasnt an exaggeration. Because it felt like his heart would sink by just touching them. Grandfather asked me to give you. But really, this is something grandfather loved too much. How did you manage to get it? I just did. He thought it would look good on me. Jin-hyuk frowned slightly. There was no need to talk about all that right now. That was because he was focusing entirely on the defense that was right in front of him. While the team continued to chat slightly We are here. This is our base. Eventually, they reached the entrance. Ha! Five people blocking this huge ce. I remember when we blocked the Outbreak in Amsterdam. I never wanted to go through such a thing again. Yoo Yeon-hwa and Teresa sighed. Why are the two strong women so nervous? W-what! Still, being with you, I feel relieved. Me too. Somehow if I am with Mr. Jin-hyuk, no matter how desperate the situation is, I think something can be done. Nothing good wille from buttering me up. I was just telling the truth. You attacked the Corridor alone. I saw it myself. What was with these people? Did they want something more? Well, it wasnt a bad feeling to be praised. At least, these were people he trusted. In a world that had changed like this, it wasntmon to have someone you could trust. Tring! Brahams Ring trembled. Right. I can trust you too. Jin-hyuk, who felt Elises anger, smiled. Contrary to her appearance, she was the type to get jealous easily. This was a 180-degree change from the image she had shown in her pce. It only made him want to tease her more. It was then Hm. Who upied the stadium? Koreans? An unfamiliar voice. A man with tightly pulled hair and tattoos all over his body appeared from under the buildings. Oppa! Hyung, that man erased his presence! Mr. Jin-hyuk! All three of them shouted at once. Right, he knew that too. A few minutes ago, he had sensed that a group was closing in, so he wondered how they woulde out. In the end, they only showed themselves after they got back to the base. It seemed like this man had the skills to hide his presence. Chinese yers? Jin-hyuk asked. One of therger guilds, Triad, was a ce where people with nasty rumors around them gathered. But the young man leading them had a different atmosphere from the others. Are you Kang Jin-hyuk? An Asian man with a white face and dark hair asked him. His was an average appearance that no one would look at twice if they passed him on the street. But what caught his eye was the sword and the pattern engraved on it. Jin-hyuk frowned. That text Was no doubt Namgung family. One of the members of Murim on the 25th floor of Tower of Trials. Is it true that the Chinese yers and the dwellers got into contact? This was the moment that Yoo Chun-youngs words were validated. I am asking if you are Kang Jin-hyuk. Yes. I am him. As expected. I am Namgung Hyun. Unlike a lowly nation like yours, I belong to China which has arge amount ofnd The man who had continued to talk gradually became silent as the opponent covered his nose and mouth with a handkerchief. What are you doing now? Ah, sorry, your nation is drenched in fine dust. We were worried it woulde out of your mouth when you spoke about it. It was understandable that his skin was white. The sky was obscured with dust, so how could sunlight pass through? This what did this bastard say! Namgung Hyuns face turned red. He was angry. The first one to get angry was the loser. You bastard. Do you know who I am! If you dare look down on this family of mine, I will destroy the family of yours! I will crush you! Do not speak such bullshit, you human. You fucking 3rd-rate warrior. Jin-hyuk spoke the words that he knew the other person would say in advance. Even if it werent exactly those words, it was something he would say. But is there any pride in your family? Once the Heavenly Demon rose, everyone there would start crawling like bugs. Besides, it hadnt even been 20 years since the Namgung family had selected their next lord. He didnt know what it was, but for this guy to act like this was as if he alone moved using a time machine. You you! Shh. Dont speak too much. Even a spit from you will cause trouble to the world. Ack! In the end, Namgung Hyun couldnt control himself. Chapter 74: Five Great Families Clans (1) Chapter 74: Five Great Families ns (1) Wheik! Blue mes erupted around Namgun Hyuns body. How dare this bastard try to insult the great central Asians? Great central Asian Well, the Murim was a group that had Chinese roots. They must be a good match with the modern Chinese yers. Jin-hyuk clicked his tongue and activated the Eye of Gluttony. Name: Namgung Hyun Gender: Male Age: 22 Level: 68 Strength 36 Agility 48 Stamina 37 Magic 35 Internal Qi 85 Stat Points: 0 upation: Swordsman Unique Ability: One Hit Sword Body Skills: Lv15 Magnificent Sword Qi, Lv14 Great Emperor Sword Form, Lv12 Lonely Soul One Sword, Lv11 Unlimited Footwork [Copy Condition: You have encountered a dweller of ''Murim,'' a force within the Tower. The dwellers who came with him are now hiding in the Triad. If you know all their identities, you will be able to copy one of the skills] Oh? Jin-hyuk narrowed his eyes as he read the copy condition. There are other dwellers here? Just having one of them here was surprising, but this was the first time that so many of them hade down at once. It was simply toorge of a force to descend. Considering that the murim was a force that thought most yers as ants, this descent became even more shocking. Right. It means that they are very interested in me. He didnt know if their purpose was to capture, kill or group with him. To be honest, he wasnt interested either way. Because he had no intention of getting involved with the Murim. Instead, what bothered him the most right now was how he should copy the ability. At that moment. ck! Srng! His soldiers drew their swords. How dare you speak like that to young master Namgung Hyun? You must have a death wish. Hundreds of yers exposed their angry faces. Since he had provoked the man openly, this was expected. On the other hand, Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Taemin, standing next to Jin-hyuk, bit their lips while ready to fight. Nuna, take the left side. Right, I will be able to warm up with this. Lee Taemin activated his unique ability Machine Lord, causing various machines to appear around him. ck! Magic bombs and magic bullets began to get loaded. Phew Yoo Yeon-hwa had wrapped magic around her fists and hands. To utilize her skills which were optimized for closebat, narrowing the distance was the most important. I will take care of this side. Woong! Along with those words, silver armor appeared on Teresas body. Bright light also shone from her, her Blessing of the Stars. Chun Yuseong, too pulled out his sword after clicking his tongue. I feel it every time I see it, but you really seem to live your life without considering the repercussions. It was absurd. What is that supposed to mean? If you were to pick a ranking for the troublemakers in the world, the name Chun Yuseong should be on top of the list. I at least think and fight. Unlike you, Captain Teemo! Shit. That name again! He wanted to yell back at Chun Yuseong, but more people would hear that name if he did. Right. Guess youre right. I might need three minutes here. Can you do that? Three minutes? If you want, I can take care of everything here. Chun Yuseong smiled bitterly. This was going to be tough. Lets breakthrough. Jin-hyuk summoned the Memory of the World. And at that very moment. Tak! yers on both sides moved at the same time. Kwang! Puak! Different types of magic filled the air. Electric poles bent down like sticks, and the road was smashed, scattering fragments in the air. Hold on just a little longer! Teresas use of Holy Reinforcement changed the groups abilities drastically. Oh! Nuna! T-this is? Lee Taemins mechanical drones and mini tanks grew in size. Naturally, the density of the magic bullets fired also increased. Yoo Yeon-hwa also became strong enough to smash swords with her bare hands. These ones are strong. Damn it. What is that machine? At least they wouldnt be pushed back with numbers. In addition, Chun Yuseong was at the front and created a strange scene where he could push back the enemy alone. sh! Kwakwakwang! Kuak! My arm! Severed arms and legsnded on the ground. Chun Yuseong advanced forward with blood covering his path. Insane. He is doing it alone Everyone will be killed! H-he is a monster! He was attacking the Triad yers quickly, swiftly moving past them and taking them down with a single attack. The opposing yers slowly began to step away from his advancing figure. They instinctively realized that they were no match for the yers here but at that moment It seems like there is only trash here. Namgun Hyun made his move. Fast. Namgung Hyun narrowed the distance with Chun Yuseong. Srng! His sword was drawn vertically from above to below as if it would split the heavens and the earth. Kwaang! Kuak! Chun Yuseongs body shook at the impact. Although he had managed to block it, blood was already dripping down from the hand that took the attack. Looked like you were used to the sword, but you are moving like a little girl who learned sword outside the tower. Namgung Hyun fixed his sword position. Dazzling blue energy rose upon it. I will show the sword technique of the most prestigious family. Soon after, a spectacr sword dance began to manifest. Namgung Familys Great Emperor Sword Form. A storm that devoured all within it. Kakaka ! Chun Yuseong received hundreds of sword attacks. shing. Blood and mes filled the air, but which side had the upper hand was clear. It was a wall that Chun Yuseong could not cross yet, and his opponent looked rxed. At best, the opponent was just testing him. He would die as soon as Chun Yuseong reached the end of his stamina. And to prove it This is the end. Namgung Hyun smiled coldly as he delivered thest blow to Chun Yuseong. The sword flew for his neck, making Chun Yuseong close his eyes. But. ? He couldnt feel his neck being cut, nor any pain. Carefully, he opened his eyes. Right. Three minutes He looked at Jin-hyuk, who had finished his preparations. Damn it. You should have hurried up. Right. You had a hard time holding them off. Namgung Hyun looked at Jin-hyuk. I thought you were hiding behind because you were scared. Im surprised. I had to prepare a few things, so I needed a little time. Do you think you can beat me with a few preparations? You should have watched your friend being pushed back, right? He did see it, and it was heartbreaking. Chun Yuseong. This guy was a hard worker who had his own way, but wouldnt he feel lost because a man who lived on the 20th floor hade down and did a better job than him? Well, the problem was that people yed like this wherever they went. Did you know? There was one person who climbed to the end of the Tower of Trials? And that person enjoyed ying games too. I just wish you would stop pretending there is something special about the idiots on the 21st floorwell, it is true that to see you pick up red belts in the taekwondo dojo ande here. But if you cross the line, I will be annoyed. 21st floor? How do you know that? Namgung Hyun was shocked. Of course, I know it. Why? Did you think I wouldnt have known the ones who lived on the 21st floor? you, you are no ordinary yer. What is your identity? Are you from I am sorry, but I wont take questions. There were less than 20 minutes until the first wave arrived. Chun Yuseong and the others needed to rest, so they could not waste time here. Jin-hyuk simply released the magic that he had collected all at once. Wheik! Arge me began to gnaw on the ground. What a shallow trick! Namgung Hyun widened the distance at once, but his vision was lost due to the smoke. Was this done on purpose? Since this had happened, he would not give up his vision and rely on his other senses. Ha! Namgung Hyun, concentrating on his senses, began to raise his head. He could feel the magic from above the sky. Idiot. Moving to a ce where you cannot move to escape? That was a wrong choice, but it also meant he was out of luck. Once all the tricks were known in advance, that was the end for the opponent. But What? Namgung Hyun tried to move his body, but it wouldnt move because of the cier Formation holding his feet. Abination attack made the opponent look up while freezing their feet from below. The smoke cleared, and Jin-hyuk could be seen slightly. I will tell you one tip, always check your feet when fighting. Psss! A dazzling light shone on the sword he was pointing at Namgung Hyun. [Range Max] [Lv3 ''Daylight'' is activated!] A condensed pure white light was released. Kwakwakwang! A straight white light was directed at Namgung Hyun. The only w was that the skill took time to activate, but it was still a skill with good range and destructive force. But before Daylight made contact. This is unexpected. Right. Maybe Hyun cannot handle this alone. Two people from the Triad came forward. [Self-Defense Energy is being deployed!] [Great Sword Defense is activated!] Kwang! Two defensive skills made of enhanced qi were used to protect Namgung Hyun. The transparent wall cracked, but the target was safe due to his two allies skills. Ugh. That is pretty good. I didnt think people outside the Tower had so much power. The third man walked forward. Three people in total. All the hidden rats hade out. They came out. This was the only way to find those who were hiding in this crowd of hundreds. If Jin-hyuk made a y that Namgung Hyun couldnt survive on his own, then his allies woulde forward to help. And that proved to be correct. [All the dwellers have been found.] [The condition has been met.] A familiar status window appeared. Of course, the skill he had to choose was already decided. [You have sessfully copied the unique ability ''Infinite Steps Footwork''!] He had obtained the skill of a Murim dweller. Ba-dump! Jin-hyuks heart began to pound quickly. Ordinarily, he would have been satisfied and ended it here since this was already a considerable achievement. But I am not. If he had wanted to simply end this by copying an ability, there was no need to choose Fusion as his unique ability. To get more powerful and diverse skills. To use a higher-leveled ability than the opponent. That was why he chose this unique ability. [Infinite Steps Footwork and Sword Grave are fused.] Jin-hyukbined the two skills at once. Woong! An indescribable light appeared. And at that moment. [Fusion is sessful!] A new skill that had been made from thebination appeared in front of him. Chapter 75: Five Great Families Clans (2) Chapter 75: Five Great Families ns (2) [You have acquired the Sword Demon Emperor''s Footwork (S)'' skill!] [Sword Demon Emperor''s Footwork Acquisition Difficulty: S Description: A martial art that is the fusion of Infinite Step Footwork of the Namgung family n, one of the Five Great Families n, and the ''Sword Grave'' of the Sword Demon. A mixture of heterogeneous skills. Movement speed increases by 70% when used, and it can be used as an attack method if magic is focused on the feet.] Mobility and attack power. He had acquired both at once. If it can bebined with a passive technique like shallow breathing, I will be able to use my stamina effectively and move long distances. In addition, both attack skill and magic could be used even if it was the same attack and performed with greater output. It was a skill that could truly show the essence of murim. Jin-hyuk nced over the details of the skill again. Originally, I thought I had to go to the 20th floor to get this Thanks to the stupidity of the people who walked down here all by themselves, he instead had got that extra bit of reassurance. On the other hand. Kuak! Seeing Jin-hyuk smiling, Namgung Hyun bit down on his lips. He must be incensed. His opponent was looking rxed while he needed the help of others. A crack in his self-esteem was bound to happen. At that moment. Are you fine? Hyun? Three people approached Namgung Hyun. The man in his thirties was Hwangbo Gunak of the Hwangbo family, another one of the Five Great Families n members. I think it is the first time I have seen older brother Hyun sweat. A woman who was just over 20 years old was a member of the Tang family, known as the family of poison, Tang Soha. Why are you fighting so hard against such a person? Last but not least was the young-looking man, Zhuge Chun of the Zhuge family. Damn it. It was enough for me to do this. I dont need people to do it. I dont doubt your skills. But also, dont forget the order given by the sect leader. It wasnt to kill. Brother, Hwangbo Gunak is right. If he will join us, there is no need to fight. But! That guy knew about us! He knew we were from the tower! Namgung Hyun shouted. His words made his three smilingrades go stiff. what? Is that true? About us? They had been far behind, so they couldnt hear what Jin-hyuk had said during the fight. If what Namgung Hyun said was true, this was a serious matter. They had been in contact with many promising yers, but none of them had known their identities. However. Uh? Does he know the dwellers in the tower? What nonsense is that? No matter how much the price has skyrocketed in Seoul, who will be crazy enough to buy a house in such a ce? Jin-hyuk, who had been the one who said it, acted as if he was hearing this for the first time. This brat arent you the one who told me that a moment ago! Me? Yes. It was you! Ah! I think I said you are like a homeless person who spent 10,000 years in a tower. Was that what you were talking about? No, homeless? Is that what you said? Maybe not. Dont get mad at me. Because its bad to be yelled at for something I didnt do. Srng! Namgung Hyun pulled out his sword. I am done. Rather than trying to talk with you, I will cut your tongue off first. Strange killing intent rose from his body as Namgung Hyun took a stance. Woong! In an instant, the sword extended out. It was fast. And scary. The unpredictable sword attack moved between various points like a poisonous snake brushing against the fallen leaves. However, Jin-hyuk avoided Namgung Hyuns attack easily. After all, the behavior patterns of this guy are too obvious. What would he do in the future if his character was understood so easily? Besides, didnt he say it just now? He wanted to cut off Jin-hyuks tongue? No matter howplicated the process was, if the end goal was known, then it could be avoided. Ill think about it for a bit. Lets y tag. Jin-hyuk groaned. You bastard! Lets see how long you can run! [Namgung Hyun activates Lv11'' Infinite Steps Footwork''!] He was now showingpletely different movements. Namgung Hyun followed the foot technique of his family. Kwakwakwa! The sword path, the internal qi, and everything he used on his sword was the same. Nothing had changed aside from his footwork. However, just that one difference produced a very different result. What? Cant you run away now? You shouldnt have said all those ridiculous words. Namgung Hyun continued to follow Jin-hyuk. As he neared, he felt it was time to shove his sword into his defenseless opponent. Not to mention that cheeky tongue as well. But at that moment. [Lv1 Sword Demon Emperor Footwork has been activated] A breeze blew through the air. As time passed, Namgung Hyuns face became more and more contorted. T-this! this cannot be! He had been hesitant at first. He thought that the human was just mouthy, so he decided to simply mess around before cutting out his tongue. That was the gap in strength between the 4th and 20th floors. And that was a wall between an average human and a murim that could not be crossed. However, after their first encounter, he changed his mind and thought he shouldnt look down on his opponent. I will take you down with all my might. If he used the technique he was most confident in, he would get a victory here. Right, it would work. But. Even though he had made use of all the best things in his arsenal. Just why!? Did this mean that he couldnt even step into his opponents shadow despite using his footwork? This overwhelming difference in their footwork felt like an unassable wall. What is that bizarre move This strange footwork that mixed linear beats with inter-changing steps was not what he had expected. No doubt. This was a higher-leveled technique than his own. Hyun. I understand that you are angry but act in control. If he gets hurt, we will be in trouble. Brother! Get it done quickly. It has been 5 minutes already. You dont have to waste too much time to counterattack him, right? His allies kept telling him such things. This was because all they could see was that Namgung Hyun was just ying around. Shit. This entire thing was wrong! Namgung Hyun was sweating as he realized everything he did was in vain until a thought crossed his mind. Should he pretend to make a mistake and kill him instead? If only he could use a technique but that would require too much effort. Obviously, the human didnt know how to attack. Wasnt that why he kept defending and used footwork to evade him? There were plenty of ways to do this. His worries didntst long. [Namgung Hyun activates the ''Taihua Sword Qi''] Psss! The sword on his waist began to radiate cold energy. It was a sword that radiated clear killing intent. And at the same time It is a mistake. Cold air began to flow out from Jin-hyuk. To be precise, it escaped from the twin swords in his possession. [Twin Dragon Swords answer their master''s call!] Creepy! !? Namgung Hyuns eyes narrowed. It was because he felt something unusual. And it was then. Goooo! Kuaaaa! A sharp, high, pitched noise. yers began to shout from all around. The Zombie wave from the right! The number is a thousand. Three minutes away! Amid this frantic fight, the first wave hade right in front of them. This was no time to mess around. You are lucky. Hwangbo Gunak said to Jin-hyuk. He thought they might have won if the zombies hade a littleter. Yeah, thank god I survived. Youre a pretty young master. Jin-hyuk also put his half-drawn swords in. L-look at how he acts. I am looking. Hahaha! The snout continues to live. Right, Hyun? Uh Uhuh. Namgung Hyun stuttered and answered. What was that? That energy he felt before? His hands and feet were still trembling because of it. He could even feel his spine freeze. He had felt magic that was utterly different from murim. And he was certain of one thing. If they properly fought I would have died. Right. He would die for sure. Namgung Hyun realized this. But not Zhuge Cheon. Eh. Next time, no zombies will be intervening at the right time, so do not hesitate to crawl somewhere and hide, okay? You who have lived fine outside will have to bow down to us. Zhuge Cheon couldnt finish his speech. Kwang! It was the sound of his face being crushed in. Sorry, what did you just say? Jin-hyuk smiled brightly as he wiped the blood from his hand. Kwak! Zhuge Cheon covered his face with both hands. Blood gushed down from the hand covering his face. What did the bastard just do? Kuak! Hwangbo Gunak and Tang Soha grabbed their weapons. On the other hand, Namgung Hyun was frozen and couldnt move. It doesnt matter if we continue to fight, right? But if we fight, your side will be at a disadvantage, though? All of a sudden, Yoo Yeon-hwa, Lee Taemin, Teresa, and Chun Yuseong, who were all exhausted, had recovered. Koooo! Kuaaak! Of course, in the middle of this, the zombies were closing the distance at a fast pace. I guess we will have to continue the conversationter. Hwangbo Gunak nodded his head. The stadium is ours, do not even think abouting here and look elsewhere. I refuse to put such trash in ce. Besides, the base is already decided. Oh. You secured the base? Right, the best ce on the 4th floor. Hwangbo Gunak nodded and pointed to therge supermarket in front of the stadium. They chose that? Not bad. It was arge mart surrounded by high walls and had a narrow entrance, making it easy to defend. Especially if several hundred people were defending it. The interior also had food, canned items, water, and many more items. If the world was destroyed by a zombie virus, then the mart would be the ce everyone should head to. But There was a fatal weakness there. The worst condition that no one knew about. I think the attack on the 4th floor is the most interesting thing. Jin-hyuk smiled. He hade up to this floor to maximize his profits. These arrogant murim people were just a bonus. Chapter 76: How The Veterans Defend (1) Chapter 76: How The Veterans Defend (1) Ahhh! Kuak! An appearance with peeling skin and blood dripping from their bodies. Zombies that craved only human flesh were swarming in. In massive numbers. Additionally, because of their speed, the zombies instantly reached the front of the stadium. Hyung. Will we stop this? Lee Taemin was anxious as he nced over at the nts sprouting in the stadium. The Sr nt bloomed in the shape of the sun. It was quiterge and didnt seem suitable for battle. Oppa. No, you didnt deliberately do something like this, right? Are you doing this for a thrill? Even these two veterans had never used nts on the 4th floor for defense. This was apletely unknown method. Dont worry. Because these guys are a lot more useful than they look. Jin-hyukughed lightly. At that moment Here theye! Srng! Chun Yuseong drew his sword and, at the same time. Kwakwang! Thend shook as the zombies arrived with a roar. The zombies attempted to enter the stadium without hesitation. But the moment the zombies set foot inside the grounds. [Sr nts fire Lv1 ''Sunlight''!] Arge nt swelled up and released a sphere around two meters in diameter. Kwaang! A massive ball of magic imbued with the suns energy exploded in the middle of the dense pack of zombies. Kuak! Kaack! Zombies stumbled back as their whole bodies caught on fire. Kuk! W-what power is! I think it is much stronger than your average me skill. .. All four of Jin-hyukspanions were shocked at the sight. More than 50 zombies were evaporated at once. This is why I said it doesnt matter if we choose the stadium as the base. Although there was a strict condition that you had to be the yer that defeated the 3rd-floor boss to attempt this strategy on the 4th floor, nt-type items always had the greatest power. Of course, they cannot be used without me. In order to understand the characteristics of the nts and use them in the right ce, experience is required. A lot of practical experience. It needs a minute or so before it can use it again. In the meantime, we might have to stop those zombies. Chun Yuseong grabbed his sword as if there was nothing more to hear. Well, he was always quick to act. Do not overdo it and get bit by the zombies. It will be cumbersome for me if you get infected and the virus changes you. Not funny at all. Do you think I will be bitten by those things? Didnt you say your opponents were kids a moment back and get your ass handed to you by the murims? He barely managed to survive for three minutes. His life was even in danger by the end Seriously, that should have been recorded and yed on the loop for a whole month. T-that! It is because I lost my stamina for a moment. Have you not seen how many people I had to fight! Phew, I get it. This time, please take extra care of your body. Tch. Chun Yuseong groaned and moved. It was because he knew that no matter what he said, it would just sound like ame excuse. please do it right this time. Dont forget to keep building your pride until the end. Hyung, I will take the middle. Lee Taemin, who has a wide range of skills with Machine Lord, could y the role of handling the middle. After all, it was a skill that was closer to a scam. Right. Thank you. Then, can I take the south? Teresa also began to move to support the nts. Now all that was left was the east. And Ill be able to practice my skills properly after a while. Jin-hyuk took out the Twin Dragon Sword he received. Their des were sharp enough to make any opponent shiver. Ba-dump! His heart kept beating quickly. He was using a relic-ss item for the first time. How powerful could it be? Now was the time to try it out. First with Sword Grave Jin-hyuk began to use qi. Woong! An unimaginably harsh aura spread all over the sword. As I thought How could it perfectly amodate this kind of heterogeneous and ruthless ability? As if they had been one from the start, the sword and enhanced qi were like one entity. Kuaak! Kaack! The zombies bared their teeth with a desire to consume human flesh. Their mouths dripped with saliva and blood. You poor things must have been starving. I will give you a lot to eat. Although it wasnt the kind of meat they desired, he would feed them enough qi so they would never go hungry again. And like that. At the top of the stadium. [ck Moon Night has been activated!] A ck crescent moon rose. [You have blocked the 1st wave.] [After 3 hours, the second wave begins.] [Time Left: 2h: 59m:59s] A short status window with a clear message. A message that announced their victory. The yers, who were in different defensive positions, began to gasp for air. Huk. Huk! Damn it, they came in so suddenly that we had to work more than we thought. I know. Do you know how dangerous it would be if thest wave came like this? Keep holding on. We need to get the additional rewards at all costs. On the 4th floor, in addition to taking down the zombie waves, additional rewards are given forpleting several achievements. A reward for most zombies killed was a reward for how many kills each party recorded. There was also a poprity award done through voting by subscribers worldwide that rated how varied and splendid the defense was. Those were two. Both gave the winner a chance to receive an A-grade random box, rare items, and materials that can be sold at high prices on the coin exchange. A yer needed at least one of these two things to get ahead of the others. But at that moment. [Highlight video will be broadcasted.] Another text came up. A three-minute video that was an edited highlight of each bases defense was broadcasted for the poprity vote. After all, the Chinese side is strong. The group that stood out the most was the Chinese guild, who imed the Mart as their base. Their performance was abination of attack power and a strong defense. Looking at the brilliant skills they showcased, they were guaranteed a decently high score. After a few seconds, the screen changed. What was shown was thergest and most difficult base to defend, Sangam Stadium. Are you saying that five people are blocking that wide ce? I wondered what kind of idiots would pick it up, but there really are idiots among us. The foolish ones. I guess so. They will die in the next wave. Puahaha! Look at the defense on both sides. They are nts. Besides, there are two towers ced there. yers were ridiculing the video. They couldnt help but do so. In defense, choosing a me tower with tremendous damage or an ice tower to control the movement wasmon sense. nts were challenging to grow and only served to bind the enemys feet. It was something that no one would care to use. But. As the video continued,ughter turned to admiration. W-what? It cannot be They were astonished now. Inane. Did you nt those trees with something? How are they so strong? I cannot believe that they grew. What method did they use? It was strong. Strong? Too strong. As if they wereughing down at yers who used other towers. And the most surprising thing was the power of the five defenders. Fiveblocking that. A single person defending an entrance. Unless their skills supported it, it would logically be impossible. And the person that stood out the most was a ck-haired Asian man at the eastern entrance. How can he handle enhanced qi so freely? He.. is a yer like us. But the thought of meeting him as an enemy is terrifying. Ugh! The sight was akin to those yers sweeping the zombies as if they were ants. The difference in power and ability was apparent. Even when dealing with many enemies alone, they didnt seem to be out of breath. This wasnt at the level of a human. Who is it? Must be a ranker Could be China or Japan. They are the guilds who do such things. A man who made the connection then shouted. Ah! yer Kang Jin-hyuk! Hes a ranker in Korea! The S-ranked one? Come to think of it, I heard he is a big-time newbie there. If he got an S-rank, then he has to be that strong. At a time when strong newbies kept pouring in, it wasnt easy to remember every person from all the nations. However, at this moment, a single name was engraved on all their heads. Kang Jin-hyuk of Korea. And his uniqueness. At the same time Jin-hyuk exined the nts to the rest of his team. These are bundling, and these are pruning. Since I made the soil all here, you can re-pot them wherever you want to. You will have to prune only the 6th and 7th tree branches. 14th is do it in an hour. If you do that, it will grow more after that. nts must also be grown to strengthen their defense. And if the said method was used, the growth rate could be maximized by increasing the number of nts and, at the same time, cutting out the useless parts which were taking away nutrients. What do you think? Simple, right? Si-simple? This? At how calmly Jin-hyuk asked, Yoo Yeon-hwa sighed. Oppa, what kind of botanist are you? Hyung, what did you even do in the tower? I think you can even write a thesis paper about Mr. Jin-hyuk, you are amazing. For real. It wasnt unreasonable for me to constantly lose to you. It is my mistake topete against a man who walks away from themon path everyone takes. Um? Why did it feel like thest one was an insult, not apliment? So upsetting Well, it can be done this way. Take care of the nts until the next wave. You are taking good care of it. What do you mean? You need to go somewhere? Chun Yuseong asked. It was as if he didnt understand why Jin-hyuk, who was critical to their strength here, would want to leave. I will go to the base next door to us to y. He looked at the highlight video and noted that they did a good job. At this rate, they might even bepeting for the most kills reward, and he didnt like that. He cannot have a rival here, even if this was a collective effort. This was no cooperative game. And those murim people he didnt like them. And those who pointed their swords at his friends needed to pay the price. To never dare think about touching them again. Chapter 77: How The Veterans Defend (2) Chapter 77: How The Veterans Defend (2) JIn-hyuk, who gave his team a simple warning, nced into the air. Now was the time to go and show himself The moment he thought of that. Tring! [The ''Sr Energy'' for the first wave has settled.] As expected, it showed up just in time, making Jin-hyuk smile. [You have acquired a total of 1500 ''Sr Energy''.] The power of the sun was obtained from killing zombies. Using this, it was possible to grow more diverse and powerful defense nts. We cannot go all the way with just the nts. The nts that blocked the first wave were powerful, but there was a dy, so it wouldnt be enough to preventrge waves. As the waves continued, zombies whose bodies were dramatically strengthened or even special zombies that fell from the sky might appear. Naturally, nts also have to be adjusted ordingly. The tightrope between zombies and nts was the key to winning the floor. [You have earned the title of ''Botanist'' because you have acquired an amazing amount of energy.] [Botanist Acquisition Difficulty: SS only on the 4th floor Description: Increases the performance of all the nt defense towers by 10%. It ismonly known that nts have no intelligence or emotions, but it is incorrect. nts sympathize and respond to the mind of the botanist and annihte his enemies.] The sr energy you could get from the first wave was usually only 300. This was because of the speed of flowering of nts and the difficulty of growing them That was why most yers didnt even bother to see nts as anything useful. However, Jin-hyuk chose arge base like the stadium and could secure five times the sr energy by dealing with the zombies in this way. This would change the storypletely. [Carbon nt/ Destructive/ required Sr Energy: 300] [Frozen nt/ Ice Type/ Sr Energy required: 350] [Rock nt/ Defensive/ Sr Energy required: 250] [Runaway nt/ Wide Type/ Required Sr Energy: 600] There were four nt types to choose from in the second wave. Of course, he had already decided where to ce the nts. I will nt one on the east, south, and center with an ice nt. One rock nt in the west. Finally, the runaway nts were ced in the pocket. Nice. Then Jin-hyuk also purchased additional items that he needed from the coin exchange. 10 kilograms of cow dung, 5 bags ofst leaves, 100 Pentes dung beetles, and 100 gray earthworms They all made good fertilizer. Of course, not all of them were the same. It was the privilege of only the deceased to find the optimalbination. [The cotyledons of the nts are moving] [They are savoring the sweetness tasted for the first time in their life] Hearing the heart of the nt was probably because of his new Botanist achievement. Right, right. Eat a lot and grow taller. Jin-hyuk mumbled as he sprinkled the fertilizers. On the other hand, the faces of the rest of the people who looked at Jin-hyuk had darkened. Nuna, he has gone crazy, right? Lee Taemin gulped. You are seeing it too? How long had he been stuck in the Tower? I-I am scared too. Mr. Jin-hyuk doesnt think he can talk to nts, right? I am misunderstanding this, right? Please tell me. Yoo Yeon-hwa and Teresa shook their heads. If it is him, it might be possible. He is normally unpredictable. Even Chun Yuseong frowned in fear. Jin-hyuk continued without care. Huhuhu. Anastasia. Yes, yes, chew it right. Christina too. Jin-hyuk stroked the nts lovingly. Five minutester, Jin-hyuk entrusted the base to his fourpared and left the stadium. Take the food. You have to sweep all the convenience stores in the alley. Understand? Food and watere first. We are in charge of medicine and necessities. It will be difficult to get out as time proceeds, so we need to secure as many things as possible. If possible, avoid fighting with other guilds, but dont let them push you around. The streets were crowded with yers. There was still time until the next wave, so in the meantime, they were farming to prepare for the next wave. Tch. This isnt the time to prepare for something like this Jin-hyuk sauntered between them and clicked his tongue. They hade here unprepared in the first ce. Did they thinkst-minute preparations like this would work? The probability of having their base captured by zombies before the second half was much higher. Instead, dumping out their coins to strengthen their defenses was the only way to survive longer. Well, if they knew that, they wouldnt have been so worthless on the 3rd floor. For most yers, there wasnt much information about the Tower. It was almost like they were seeing this for the first time. So they were bound to do such stupid things. I keep forgetting that I shouldnt judge them by my own standards. Jin-hyuk burst intoughter. While looking around like that, he arrived in front of the ce next to the mart. Unlike the mart guarded by the murim and the Triad, no one took this base. The building was cut off from people because there was no advantage to being in there, and it did not have supplies. Jin-hyuk walked in. [You have entered the ''Geek''s Antique Storage Area''.] Medieval armor made of iron and pottery lined up in neat rows. Most of the showcases were smashed, the floor seemed damaged, and the dust had umted over time. A ce where ruined modernity and lost history ovepped. It has been so long. Almost eight years? This was a ce he had stumbled one while wandering around in an experiment testing to see how long he could run from the zombies. Jin-hyuk looked at the dozens of paintings hanging on the wall. Fadedndscapes that would fit in the corner of a museum. He had lost his weapons and had reached a dead end here. He had considered ast stand against the zombies before dying here. Jin-hyuk stretched out his hand towards the frame. And Woong! His hand passed through the picture. The seemingly perfect wall suddenly transformed into a passageway leading to the mart next door. I knew this. The corners of Jin-hyuks lips went up. A bug. Bugs in games could not be reproduced in reality. Jin-hyuk quickly moved to the side. No one is standing on guard. As expected. Zombies and intruders would alle through the entrance. Naturally, everyones focus would be there. They probably didnt even consider the existence of a hidden passage like this. Jin-hyuk then looked at the mountainous pile of food supplies. This was enough for a few hundred people to endure for 2 to 3 weeks. This was why the marts were good. Thanks to you, our cutie can eat a lot. The final nt that he had brought from the base. [Runaway nt] It had the disadvantage of requiring arge amount of energy. Wasnt it fortunate that there was plenty here? If it wasnt his, there was no need to feel bad about losing these supplies. [The Runaway nt is eating] In the depth of a warehouse that no one cared about. Crunch! The reddish nt began to grow at a rapid rate. Kuak! Fucking bastard! I will grind him down! I will not leave him alone! Zhuge Cheon was cursing out loud as his face gleamed blue due to itsrge bruise. Kwang! He tore the water bottle into pieces, and the water sshed in all directions. I also think Cheon is right. No matter how hard we try to get to the top of the Tower, we dont need to lick his foot, right? Tang Soha responded to Zhuge Cheon. Hwangbo Gunak was silent until he asked Namgung Hyun Hyun. Do you think the same? I I. Namgung Hyun mumbled. Hwangbo Gunak lifted his eyebrows. What? You arent scared, right? Me? Scared? Right. What is the difference between stuttering and putting your tail between your legs? Hwangbo Gunak deliberately provoked him Because getting angry meant oveing his fear. However, Namgung Hyun didnt respond to it. He was still. Because of Kang Jin-hyuk. Is this the limit? A wall that can only be felt by those who fought against him and not those watching it from afar. Perhaps they didnt realize they were poking at someone they shouldnt mess with. Everyone As Hwangbo Gunak began to address everyone. Kwang! The whole mart shook with a loud roar. Wak! Kuaaak! S-save us! At the same time, terrible screams erupted from all around. What is happening?! Hwangbo Gunak pulled out his sword and kicked the door. Obviously, there was still time until the second wave. So the current shock could not be due to zombies. In addition, their highlight video would have clearly shown that they were not a ce that was easily attacked. Because everyone knew that they had the strongest base. No. There was one person who could do this. A man with the guts to do such a thing. No Tang Soha mumbled. A Arge nt appeared from the warehouse, a huge nt! All yers are being eaten by the nt! Uhhh n-not us! Please! No doubt. It had to be him. Damn it! My base! Hwangbo Gunak shouted with desperation. There wasnt much time left until the second wave struck. If they lost their base now, then their preparation would have to happen in the worst possible situation. Losing this ce had to be avoided, but it felt like it was toote. Kukuku The ceiling was copsing as the pirs were smashed. The whole mart began to copse. Standing in between the carnage was Ugh. I brought some housewarming gifts because our cherries are edible. This is quite a shock. Jin-hyuk stood scratching his head with an innocent smile. Chapter 78: How The Veterans Defend (3) Chapter 78: How The Veterans Defend (3) Eat a lot, my Cherry. Jin-hyuk stroked the red-stained man-eating nt. It had eaten all the food in the warehouse, so its size and power exceeded his expectations. And Kuaaak! The huge nt, now over 10 meters, roared loudly. The air felt electrified. Contrary to the name Jin-hyuk had given, this was the most terrifying nightmare a yer could see. H-here ites! Damn it, spread out now! If you stay together, you will be annihted! Kwakwakwang! Itsrge vines swept through the mart in an instant. What is all this! Hwangbo Gunak screamed as he moved forward without hesitation. Uh? If this base is destroyed, the number of zombies which will hunt you will increase! Why did you do such a stupid thing? The fourth yer was apetitive stage and a floor that required at least minimum coboration. If he would openly troll a fellow defended like this, everyone could die. Even if they were members of the murim from the 20th floor, they could not handle it all. That stupid yer must not know this. If he knew the consequences of his actions, he wouldnt have dared to do something like this. Hwangbo Gunak clicked his tongue. But You must be afraid of the queen. The words that came out of Jin-hyuks mouth were unexpected. Q-queen? You know about that? Of course. There were two ways to get the special rewards on the 4th floor. The first was to achieve the most kills. And the second is to be voted the most popr defensive base by the subscribers. Those were the two. But in actuality, there was another way to get the reward. There was a third way. The Hidden Quest Womb of the Dead. Defeating the queen of zombies was the best way to get the biggest reward on this floor. I cannot believe it. How did a human who just got into the tower A special event will happen if one of therge bases guarded by over 200 yers is destroyed before 3 hours have passed. And that is what is happening now. I found this method as a shortcut by bringing a cheap y doll to life. There was no chance that a well-defended base manned by over 200 people would fall before the 3rd wave. Therefore the queen of zombies would only wake up when it became known that humanitys power was weak. In order to wipe out all of the unworthy enemies in one hit, it would move directly towards the base of humanity. At Jin-hyuks actions, Hwangbo Gunak lost his reasoning. It was true. The opponent knew everything. You knew about the queen but intend to bring her here? I dont want to block fifty waves of zombies one after another. It is boring and, needless to say, exhausting too. Under normal circumstances, they would end up staying here for a few weeks. There was a way to avoid that suffering, but there was no reason to go down the difficult path. Of course, at first, he was nning to go the long path. This was because destroying arge base within three waves of zombies would result in a massacre. But the moment he had met these ones, and the fact that they had chosen the best base on the floor, he had changed his ns. There was no reason to feel bad for those who raised their swords against him in the first ce. With this, all of your base is destroyed. No matter how powerful they were, it would be unreasonable to deal with the zombies without a base. There was also a limit to the physical strength of their troops. So for the remaining time. Wherever you live, do your best. His purposeing here had been aplished. Now it was time to head back. Jin-hyuk turned his back without hesitation. Where is this bastard trying to run away after saying what he wants? Do you think you can get out of here alive? Kakang! Sparks flew out from Zhuge Cheons sword. However, Jin-hyuk paid no attention to the man as he walked out of the mart. There was no reason to fight anymore after all. Kieeik! The nt had already turned their base into ruins. At the same time. Bang! Bang! At Sangam Stadium, a frantic ck wave was pounding itself against the rocky nts. [The rock nt activates Lv1 Deep Root!] It was a rocky nt with a steep body, so steep that even the zombies couldnt easily climb over it. This time the zombies began climbing by using each others bodies as a foothold. Krrr! Kuaaa! The bodies of the zombies lying on the bottom were crushed by the weight, but they didnt seem to feel any pain. But the moment the first zombies crossed the shield of nts and tried to enter. Kiik? A shadow fell over the head of the zombie. [The fleshy nt uses Lv1 Whole Body Leap!] Woong! A fleshy nt of indeterminate size and weight crushed down on the zombies. The frozen nts were also radiating cold, reducing the zombies speed. An effective and clean defense. It was enough for the four that remained to just do clean-up work. seriously amazing. This kind of system can even defend without any yers being involved. Did Mr. Jin-hyuk calcte this? Teresa mumbled in awe. This was an unbelievable sight to see. If it is hyung, then anything is possible. We used to go around with oppa, so I thought I knew something about him, but looking at it like this makes me feel like I know nothing. Lee Taemin and Yoo Yeon-hwa said in unison. On the other hand, Chun Yuseong frowned, clearly not liking this. The more he saw his rival, the more it annoyed him at how much of a monster he was. It was extremely difficult to deal with a foe who was so much more ahead of him in terms of knowing the situation and the enemy. And at that time. [Large base Mart has been captured] A status window appeared in front of them. W-what? Teresa was surprised. If it is the mart, it is where the Chinese yers were staying, right? No way No it cannot be something oppa did, right? Jin-hyuk had left with a smile on his face. Above all else, it didnt make sense that the top base of the floor had copsed on only the second wave. There was no doubt. Something happened. And to prove it. [A special event has urred.] [Pendariel, the master of the 4th floor, moves to punish the weak yers.] A red status window shone on their faces. The master of the 4th floor what is this? No way. Dont we have enough trouble just stopping the waves? The fact that there was a boss monster on the 4th floor was news for Lee Taemin and Yoo Yeon-hwa. Of course, no other yer on the floor knew of this either. Looks like we have something hugeing up. Chun Yuseong looked up at the stadium. Jin-hyuk left the mart and moved to the roof. It was to find a suitable ce to use an item. How far up did he move? Here. Jin-hyuks footsteps stopped. There were a number of bases around, so the flow of magic feltplicated, and he wasnt far from the stadium. Perfect. Jin-hyuk took a small stone out of subspace and a special item he had gotten after defeating the 3rd-floor boss. The Stone that Blocks the Sun. [Stone that Blocks the Sun Acquisition Difficulty: Unknown Description: A ceremonial relic used in the ancient Mayab Empire, allowing it to block the sun and bring darkness. When used, it reduces the ability of the elements of water, fire, earth, wind, and light by 50% and increases the power of dark attributes by 100%.] [The fury option is forcibly activated.] An item that should never be used on the 4th floor. Most of the yers would have one of the five elemental abilities. The item would also buff the zombies on the floor. But Puak! Jin-hyuk crushed the item in his hand, and its shattered pieces fell on the roof. And at that moment. Woong! Darkness swallowed the sun, which caused a thick carpet of darkness to fall over the building. The difficulty of clearing the 4th floor would increase now, but he didnt use the item just for the sake of the added thrill. Another event would ur if the risk was intentionally induced. And right away. [Human. What are you thinking?] As expected. A message that can be sent only by the boss monster appeared. The same way Elise had talked to him in the Corridor of the Fallen. It looks like your men are trying to turn the bases into wastnds. [Well. They could not even stop the scouts. There is no need to save energy against you people.] I am sorry, but that sounds funny, and dont touch the other bases ande to me. The stadium, which you see behind me, is the base. [Human. Alone. Sacrifice is what you want?] Rather than sacrifice, even if a million zombiese, they cannot do a thing. [Cannot do a thing? Come out, my children!] Pendariels voice changed. Due to itsck of intelligence, the tone of voice didnt shift much, but he could feel its anger. It was inevitable for it to be angry. Because a single human was standing there and ignoring the boss. Try to challenge it by sending all the troops you have. I will wipe them clean. Jin-hyuk said with a grin. [Fine. Humans. Your base. It will be destroyed first. Warning to all humans. To make you regret attacking us.] The message from the queen ended there. After a few moments, all of its wrath-filled troops would head toward the stadium. Did it record well? Jin-hyuk looked at the broadcasting system. [The edited video from therge base Mart is being uploaded.] After seeing the notification, he clenched his fists. Nice. Everything went as nned. The stupid Chinese yers couldnt hold their base, triggering a hidden quest. So now was the preparation for the worst-case scenario. In a moment, Kang Jin-hyuk would risk his life to save everyone. He would use the Stone That Blocks The Sun so the zombies would flock to his base. It would make him look like a hero for all. But Most kills rewards and poprity votes. In addition, I will take all the rewards for catching the boss. Jin-hyuk smiled. Saving people was just a bonus. The primary purpose was to take all the rewards. Through this, a golden chance woulde for him to monopolize all the poprity. No one else. But with my strength alone. Chapter 79: Pendariel, The Mother Of The Dead (1) Chapter 79: Pendariel, The Mother Of The Dead (1) [New video has been updated in the Tower of Trials.] Due to the video uploaded by Jin-hyuk, the forum turned upside down again. -HardPunch: Wow. Why did thatrge guild put up for four months? To stop zombies? -Taiwan number 1: Yep. Look at how annoying they are. They made it look daunting, but they didn''t even know that there was a hidden boss? In what way can they break this? -Stand inside the Line: How careless can they be to not even withstand the 2nd wave? Seriously disgusting. -ck tea rice cakes: It is like therge guild trying to pre-empt the queen a while back that got taken down too. This is bad. They yed with luck and lost. People continued to curse them out. Therge Chinese guilds couldnt open their mouths to refute. The Triad had been annihted, and the people of the murim werent yers, so their images couldnt be refuted. Everything went as nned by Jin-hyuk. -BaeksuOverTusu: Still, the genocide was prevented because Jin-hyuk pulled the boss''s anger onto him. -God Emperor: If it wasn''t for Kang Jin-hyuk, everyone there would have died. -David H: That is nice, but does it make sense for five people to go against the queen? -Chosun First Sword: No one knows, but still, he is an S-rank recognized by the nation. I trust that. -EatingManic: If it is Kang Jin-hyuk and his videos, I can always trust him. -SaeYoungEonHwan: Will Unknown not appear at all? I want to see a fight with Kang Jin-hyuk. In contrast, Jin-hyuks name skyrocketed. This was because of their perception of Jin-hyuk being the one who saved the other yers. Oppa. Did you really do this? Yoo Yeon-hwa asked. The Jin-hyuk, whom she knew, liked to breakmon sense and did the strangest things, but this went overboard. Something didnt feel right. Hyung, how did you know there was a boss here? Lee Taemin was a bit embarrassed too. Well, I found out after doing this and that. He had found out about this while testing things out. Even if he did put it like that, he had done countless things and challenges to discover all the hidden quests. It was Mr. Jin-hyuk who took down the mart, right? Teresa asked the question that she was curious about. I dont know. I dont know much, but it probably didnt go down naturally? Jin-hyuk scratched his head with a smile while giving her a non-answer. So, is there any way to deal with the queen? The most important thing was finally mentioned. Right. It was good to get the game started and gather everythings attention, but if there was no way to solve it, then its just suicide. And of course. There is a way to win. Jin-hyuk knew the way to end this. Only he knew it. The process would not be smooth. However, considering the rewards, it was worth the risk. I am d you didnt do anything without thinking. So what do we do? If I tell you how, will you do it? I will do anything to survive. You cannot change those wordster. Your role is vital this time. tell me. Chun Yuseong nodded his head with a stiff face. Perhaps, he was the most trusted person to do this task. The difficulty of this task was correct. But it would be a different kind of difficulty than he expected. To take them down, you need a fair amount of skill. The problem is Problem is? It is expensive. No Chun Yuseongs expression darkened. Dont mess around. Why should I give you my coins? No, rather, why are you trying to rip only me off! There was Teresa, who was wealthy, and the other two were also doing quite well! So why?! Yoo Yeon-hwa gave me the weapons, and Teresa handed me coins before. Above all else, dont act like an idiot here. I know the number of views you had on your video was huge. Damn it. You saw that? Yes, I saw it. It was fresh and nice, right? Was the videos title called, Sword technique that would allow the grandmother next door to survive in a dungeon? Hearing that the famed swordsman would directly guide them, many had been attracted, and Chun Yuseong had hit the jackpot with it. Thanks to his ability, the video was a hit and made it to the Hall of Fame for a day. I will kill the guy who taught me how to edit the facial mosaic. Dont speak nonsense. I knew it was you right away. He had used such clumsy editing to hide his face but couldnt hide his unique sword technique. Above all, he couldnt fool Jin-hyuks eyes. Because if it was the one technique that Chun Yuseong used, Jin-hyuk could recognize it even with his eyes closed. I had to do it because of my personal quest. Well, I guess so. In order to grow as a swordsman, Chun Yuseong received a quest that he needed to receive recognition from the people. In the past, the standard had been low because the number of yers was small. Now that the scale involved the whole world, millions of people had seen the video. I know you have a hefty pocket now. Donate some for the sake of the team. How much? 100,000. It was the exact amount that Chun Yuseong had in his possession. When he heard the amount, his expression changed as if he was being made to eat poop. Everything he had collected through the quest seemed to be sucked out. Dont you have a lot of coins too? Even if you didnt touch my coins True, but using that much is unfortunate. And why would Jin-hyuk use his own money? Hurry up, I dont have time. Jin-hyuk snapped his fingers. He was the captain of this base And the others were his sailors. Above all else, in order to defeat the mighty enemy, they needed to obey the captains orders. You. You really wont be killed so easily. [You have received 100,000 coins from yer Chun Yuseong.] Chun Yuseong gritted his teeth as he gave up his coins. At that moment. Thud! Thud! Thud! Sounds of footsteps that shook the ground could be heard. They were finally here. At a fast pace as well. Except for special floors, such as thebyrinth types, each floor typically had a single boss which dominated the floor. And they were the ones who had the strength. But their skills were necessarily proportional to the ce that they dominated. This was because some of the monsters found it annoying to move out and fight. Those types instead moved to a lower floor to rx. And Pendariel was one of them. In an apocalypse where everything else had been destroyed. The ideal world it had sought after was and where only the dead could roam. Kiiik! Ackkk! Countless zombies roared in the middle of the street. But, as if waiting for something, they didnt move. And at that moment. Step. Pendariel took a step forward. Chik! Thick smoke rose over the streets. The effect of Corrosion was caused by the poison from these walking corpses. Regr zombies had a certain amount of that effect, but the amount contained in Pendariel was very different. The intensity of Pendariels Corrosion was to the point that anything around it would burn. Human. Is of this. Level. Pendariel spoke. Its horrible appearance was that of a body stained with blood. Pale skin and red hair that reached to its waist. An appearance of an undead that one would see only in nightmares. Ugh A man in front of her groaned in pain. Ian Smith. After seeing Jin-hyuks uploaded video, Ian Smith, a ranker from Europes Pantheon Guild, had set out to hunt the queen. Not only did he have experience ying the game for years, but he also had experience raiding. But the result was this. The raid had consisted of 55 yers, but they were now all rotten corpses that had been unable to even touch the queen. What monster are you No one can defeat it. Its very existence made it feel like this was no longer the 4th floor. Smith looked at the queen onest time. Those empty and cold eyes. Kwakwakwang! And that was this rankersst memory. Human. Except that. One. Kill all. I will. Kill him. myself. Pendariel gave the order. Kiiik! Keeek! The zombies around it sprinted forward at once. Reinforced zombies that stood three meters in height stood at the front, followed by zombies withrge arms or long heads. All of them were zombie types that typically only appeared in the second half of the siege. If the queen hadnt walked out with them, the zombies would have eventually been cleared out. However, all the powerful enemies were now being gathered in one ce. Kwakwang! Kwang! All the nts guarding the entrance were smashed through. The rock nts and self-destruct types tried to stop them by sacrificing themselves but failed. It was a natural oue. Because this was the kind of thing that couldnt be stopped. It is done. Pendariel, who had foreseen this, was confident of victory. After a short time, the arrogant human will be dragged out in front of it. But the sounds it heard from the zombies inside the stadium were unexpected. [Four humans trapped in ice. And the person you speak off is not here.] Humans locked in ice? Did they kill themselves after being scared of being tortured? Or maybe Was there another n? Pendariel thought of the current condition. It knew the provocation had been deliberate to get its zombies to this base. But why? It suddenly doubted everything about this. To weaken the power of this side? It would have needed to thoroughly distribute the zombies power all around. toe to hunt me. As that thought reached its head, it became still. And at that moment. [cier Formation 3 ''Ice Jade Myriad Transformation'' activated!] The ckened world was painted in white. Woong! Walls of ice enveloped the queen and its escort zombies. Chapter 80: Pendariel, The Mother Of The Dead (2) Chapter 80: Pendariel, The Mother Of The Dead (2) A world where everything was frozen white. A magic mirror that reflected the appearance of oneself. Thest prison was created by the cier Formation. What. Is this Pendariel was surprised. Pendaniel could not help but feel embarrassed by this as the number of zombies within it constantly increased. Kwang! It reached and broke the wall, but behind it was another wall that blocked the path. At that moment. [Ice Jade Myriad Transformation activates Wide-spread Chaos!] The second ability of the prison blossomed as the illusion took effect. Kiiik! Kuaak! The zombies began to move. Bang! Bang! Bang! Crack! They kept smashing their teeth against the icy wall. Some of them had lost their sanity and bared their teeth to the queen. A situation where everything had slipped beyond Pendariels control. In an instant, the white ice began to turn red with blood. Human! How dare you do this! The queen, watching its children die, became enraged. At the same time, iparably vicious energy rose up. [Pendariel Lv?? ''ck Death'' has been manifested!] It was the same skill that had taken down Smiths raid team. The ck Death was known to be the most dreadful pestilence. The ck energy that manifested began to move towards the wall. Kukuku! Everything that the energy touched began to turn ck and crumble. The primary goal of the wall, which had been to stop their advance, was utterly destroyed. Truly overwhelming power. Pendariels unique ability that manifested its best range based on anger was utterly different. It was not for no reason that the people of murim were afraid of even touching the queen. In the face of such an absurd ability, even self-defense techniques wouldnt work. Where are you hiding? Come out! But Even though the ice prison had been blown away, the opponent was nowhere in sight. ? Pendariel frowned as it looked around, but all it could see were pieces of ice. And at that moment. Its gaze turned to the center of the barrier as if something was there. Something small, shiny, and had a faint amount of magic. This It was no doubt the magic stone used to activate the barrier. Maybe it was bait? Using his base and colleagues as bait? He had also made Pendariele here while he disappeared. There could only be one reason. As its thoughts connected the dots, its heart, which had withered long ago and ceased functioning, began to beat rapidly. Ba-dump! Badump! Dangerous! For the first time, Penadriel felt fear. that man is really It understood what the opponent was trying to do. Trying to destroy all the things I cherished and hoped for. Its instincts were giving it clear warnings. That single human was more dangerous than the thousands of yers on this floor. The 4th floor was a base defense battle setup. This applied to both the yers and the zombies. The queen had left its colony to move and kill Jin-hyuk. In other words. The base is empty. Jin-hyuk began to move quickly. He could keep his stamina up because of the Sword Demon Emperors Footwork. It was then. Kwakwakwang! Strong magic could be felt from far away. The queen was heading back with all of its might. I guess it isnt a fool. If Pendariel had attacked the stadium, the base would have been captured quickly. However, that didnt mean he would lose this battle. That was because a victory for the zombies was confirmed only when all of the yers bases on the 4th floor were destroyed. And hundreds of bases still stood tall now. Before they could destroy everything, their base was being destroyed, making them regroup. It is toote even if you know it now. Level and skill. Power and speed. Everything was being pushed against Penadriel. That was a matter of course. Because the opponent was a boss monster, who shouldnt even be on the 4th floor. In a straight-up fight, I will lose to her. However, oveing the overwhelming difference and winning the war using the rules enforced on the floor. That was the way to climb the tower as a veteran. Phew. Jin-hyuk took a deep breath as he eventually reached the queens colony. The troops left behind caught his eyes. 40? Of course, this would not even be enough to buy time against him. Srng. His twin swords were unsheathed. [Sword Grave has been activated!] The sword he held in his left hand pulsated with ck energy. Psss! The dark red and ck energy burned fiercely. [Blessing of the Stars activated!] The sword on his right was filled with the energy of the stars. Woong! The light that protected the constetions answered his call. And like that. The miracles of two forms had manifested. Kuak! Kiiik! The zombies rushed in and were swept away in a single blow. Blood poured down like rain from the storm of dismembered arms and legs. This was a mass annihtion of zombies, not a fight. Jin-hyuk broke through the defense and dug in deeper. The view changed, and so did the air he breathed. The smell of blood became thick, and the peculiar smell of rotting corpses assailed his nose. It is disgusting no matter how many times I see it. Jin-hyuk frowned. If there was hell, would this be how it felt? A massive tomb of corpses and skeletons. Kwakwakwang! Kiiik! As he moved further in, the number of zombies increased, but none of them could even take one hit from Jin-hyuks twin des. Where the zombies were concentrated, he used Daylight to wipe them out in a single blow. Not far now. The g of the queen was less than 100 meters away. The time hase for this Jin-hyuk looked at the discolored floor. There was a ce where he felt a sense of difort. In the past, he had been surprised over and over by this. The moment he thought that. Kwang! A long de protruded from the floor, but Jin-hyuk had already jumped back as it appeared. I will. Eat! Taste be good! Guts meat! A giant zombie with two heads and a deformed body emerged from the ground. The Watchman who guarded the Queens g, also known as the Butcher, was the most annoying special zombie type. That was why. Despite there being annoying named monsters that he wouldnt ever want to fight against, if Jin-hyuk was asked to specify one, he would name this guy on the 4th floor. The Butcher had no vital points and could easily handle its 2-meter-long scissor weapons. It could even stay mobile after losing its head. Topletely stop it, the monster had to be reduced to small pieces or wholly dismembered. Even though Pendaniel was still far, it would return when he dealt with this. Jin-hyuk had around three minutes. Choose again. What do you want to do? Spicy? Neat cut? Jin-hyuk asked. Is this for real? We are seeing you for the first time. The Butcher tilted its head. The individual heads moved to separate sides to avoid colliding. Right. But, this is my 30th time fighting against you. As he had climbed the Tower numerous times, memories of that past kepting back. The knives. He had used fire and even tried it with many chopsticks. He had to use around 180,000 of those to even crush one head back then. Tch. I shouldnt try that again. It felt like he had done all of the experiments necessary. Gibberish talking Yum need to eat from head to toe! ck! ck! The Butcher snipped its scissors. It was a torture weapon that could cut down even the thickest iron sheet. It must have taken the lives of so many until now. But. This prey was different, and they didnt know. The Butcher aimed its scissors at Jin-hyuks legs as he thrust his twin swords into the ground. Kang! The scissors were stopped by the swords. Not moving? Eieik! For some reason, it couldnt cut down the swords. Thinking that they were normal swords was the Butchers first mistake. And the second one [Lv6'' Element of Fire'' is activated!] The main point was that Jin-hyuk wasnt just yet another human. He jumped over the head of the Butcher and smiled. Wheik! Ray of mes pierced both eyes. The mes which burned through the eyes pierced straight into its brain. Kuaaak! Eye eye! He had learned how to inflict pain on them using chopsticks. Naturally, he had also learned the fastest and most effective way to kill them. Take the sight away. Next, take advantage of this and aim for the enemys weakest point. Jin-hyuk gathered the sparks on his fingers. He then drew a runic spell at the Butchers feet. From below. Kwakwakwang! To above. A fire erupted that melted the Butchers flesh and bones. Jin-hyuk didnt stop his attack as this was a named zombie that could still move. The time to crush it was now at its weakest moment. Jin-hyuk moved his swords. A red line was drawn on the Buchers gray flesh. Kuaack! It hurts! Hurts! The Butcher screamed and kept swinging its scissors. Rather than an attack, it was more of a movement caused by pain. And since it was such a directionless movement, it did nothing. Thank you. One minute, the shortest time taken. Thanks to this, he achieved a new record on the 31st attempt. Puak! Puak! Jin-hyuks twin dragon swords pierced the Butchers spine. At the same time, he reced the energy in them with Mand. His vision became golden. [Level has risen] [You have acquired ''Scissors Infused with Spirit''] Nothing was left standing in the ce that the light had swept through. The Butcher became nothing, leaving behind only its weapon. A level up and some rewards. Nothing can bepared to this. It felt worthwhile to run all the way here. The distribution of stats and confirmation of items should be der. Now all that was left was to pull the g since no one was left to defend it. The fight was done. But at that moment. Tring! An unexpected status window popped up. Look at this? Jin-hyuk smirked. Chapter 81: Pendariel, The Mother Of The Dead (3) Chapter 81: Pendariel, The Mother Of The Dead (3) [The ''ck Hound'' reveals its presence.] [On behalf of the Egyptian mythology, a suggestion would be made] ck Hound was just a title. It was Anubis. After his humiliation on the underground level of the 1st food, he had stayed silent, but for him to appear now Interesting. Jin-hyuk looked at the sky while holding the g with one hand. They must have been watching from the moment he entered the colony. No, maybe when he entered the 4th floor itself. Tell me if you are listening. [ck Hound roars loudly.] Anubis didnt hide his ufortable feeling as he expressed his presence and began to release divine energy. Kukuku! The air trembled as magic began to run wild. Of course, it wasnt much more than a threat. This wasnt the floor control. So what more could they do aside from cough and curse? Huh? Angry? Should I just pull this out? Do you still care? Jin-hyuk clenched the hand which held onto the g. The g was slightly lifted up. Then the energy that had manifested disappeared. [ck Hound is incredibly flustered] [He is asking you to calm down.] [They say they still want to see a proper end to the fight.] I know. That is why they intervened. For those who dominated the Towers upper floors, it would be difficult to ept that the 4th floor was cleared without a proper boss fight. It was self-evident who would win the fight. They didnt want to see a cheeky humane out victorious. But that was their opinion. Why should I ept your suggestions? Jin-hyuk snorted in derision. There was no reason to fight against the boss as the end was already decided. [ck Hound is] Ah! Do not bother making cheap threats against me. To be honest, even if a god of your level barks for a hundred days, I will not be bothered. Hed instead request that Anubise down to speak to him face to face. If you would rather negotiate with us, then use something. Offer me something that might make me want to change my mind? For the fight against the queen? Jin-hyuk gave out his terms, and the status window halted. After ten seconds had passed. [ck Hound says if you agree to the fight, he will present you with the ''Jackal''s Tooth''.] Another status window appeared with unexpected contents within it. Yah! He was expecting something like this to get suggested. He did think that there was a slight chance that this might happen. Jackals Tooth was a material that increased attack speed by 10%. Although there were restrictions ced on item upgrades, it was still at least an A-rank effect. But in terms of how it would be used, it would be closer to an S-rank item. And it looked like it would be enough of a bribe to satisfy him. The problem was. I am a greedy person. Jin-hyuk smiled. First of all, give me all the teeth. And if you grant me something else, I will think about it. [ck Hound is incredibly shocked.] [He asks how you know about the teeth.] The most powerful of the jackals teeth were the mrs. Unlike the other teeth, the mrs would increase the attack speed by 20%. A particr mr would even grant an increase of 30%. The strongest teeth would be able to leave arge scar on an opponents body and were one of the best items that Anubis could give. You dont need to know how I know. Will you ept the condition or not? [ck Hound wonders what the second condition is?] It is nothing. There is a thing called the White Twig among the B rank items. I need that. Of course, everything mentioned till now has to be in advance payment. White Twigs were mainly used for medicinal purposes but could not be obtained on the 4th floor. However, after the 10th floor, they would be easily avable. Naturally, from the viewpoint of Anubis, they were nothing more than trash. [ck Hound epts your offer] [The contract has been set.] [ck Hound will pay the promised two items right away, and yer Kang Jin-hyuk will not draw the g until the fight with the queen isplete.] Wooong! Sharp-looking mrs and white twigs appeared in front of him. . Caught him! Jin-hyuk bit his lip. This arrogant god thought everyone was below him. From now on, he will hit rock bottom and regret it. Kwang! The ground shattered, and ck smoke rose around the colony. No way. Did you kill the guardian too? Pendariel looked at the Butcher, which had been turned to ashes. It had expected the human to enter, but this was far beyond its expectations. At this point, Pendariel had to admit it. This wasnt a worm that it could simply trample but an enemy it had to fight with all its might. Step. Pendariel dashed right towards its room. The g hadnt been pulled out yet. It looked like he was waiting for the queen to arrive under the banner. Why didnt you pull it? Pull. And the victory is yours. I will. But it was too boring. Jin-hyuk shrugged. B-boring? With me in. in front of me. You say that? A cold voice. Jittery! His hair began to rise all along his skin. Indeed, the magic of boss monsters was something terrifying. It is thrilling to fight her at this low level. No matter how much the Rift stat could close the gap, there was no single yer who could beat the queen. Usually, a 1-1 fight wasnt something that could happen. However Due to the unexpected contract, a yer who could defeat the mother of zombies would be born. Kak! Jin-hyuk cuts down the scissors of the Butcher into half. Only one side was still fine, the right-sided de. It now resembled the eerie shape of a sickle. And Jin-hyuk took the next step. Fuse Jackals Tooth with the Spirit of Scissors. Fusion. He possessed a unique ability tobine substances with different properties into one. The ability that he had thought was his best tool for climbing the Tower. At this moment, it manifested to allow him to face his worst enemy. [Fusion Sessful!] [Scythe That Cuts Cause and Effect has beenpleted!] [Scythe That Cuts Cause and Effect Acquisition Difficulty: Unknown Description: This is the relic of a god whose judgment is absolute. You can kill those that cannot die and cut those that cannot be cut.] [The system intervenes due to the appearance of an inappropriate relic on the 4th floor] [This item can only be used once.] Kukuku! A strange light shone around the scythe. Possible to use just once? Jin-hyuk clicked his tongue at this. He already knew that it would be impossible to spam this permanently. So he thought he would get at least 2 or 3 chances. Now that this was reality and not the game, the conditions were more strict. Perhaps, not just Anubis, but if a relic of another god was used, maybe he could use it one more time, but this one chance was a luxury too. It is enough to clear the minimum conditions. One fatal hit. He obtained a weapon that would take the enemy down with one hit. This made the conditions equal. Because they both wanted to kill the other. [ck Hound is watching!] [The Gods of Egypt cannot easily ept this situation!] Status windows kept appearing one after another, which showed theirck ofprehension. That weapon, how? Even Pendariel was shocked. It didnt care about the other things he had held until then. None of the Jackals Tooth, the scissors, or the White Twig would be able to hurt its body. However, the moment those items werebined and became one. Everything had changed. This cannot be. This destroyed everything it understood and created a new item. You bastard! Who the hell are you? Pendariel shouted. Pss! Pendariels dark energy began to encroach on the surrounding area. Jin-hyuk felt that it wouldnt let him attack easily from now on. It was the first defense skill that Pendariel had used, considering its aggressive nature. At least I know you are scared. What? Am I wrong? To me, you are like a hedgehog ready to attack due to being scared. Ahhh! This! damned human! Pendariel moved its hand. Kwakwakwang! The ability to corrode anything it touches. The energy that was closest to death was consuming both air andnd. And Jin-hyuk moved ordingly. The ability covered a wide area, so it would be impossible to avoid it, but he had prepared an ability to counter it. [Unique ability ''Mand'' is activated!] A thin golden film wrapped around his body. As the boss dark energy and the Mand touched each other, smoke rose. My ability doesnt work? Pendariel was shocked once more. It had believed in its ability, so much so that this was shocking. There is no such thing as an invincible power in this world. Those who used the power from the opposite spectrum would have the right to survive through these situations. Above all, it was impossible to break through the Mand with only this level of corrosion. Kuak! Realizing that it had made a mistake by spreading its corrosive energy, Pendariel instead gathered it all in a single point. Its corrosive energy was wielded in the form of a two-meter-long sword. Although it didnt suit Pendariels slender build, it swung the sword as if it was a toothpick. Kwakwag! A blow that cut open the ground. It looked scary and threatening. However, no matter how destructive it seemed. If it doesnt touch, it is useless. Jin-hyuk already knew from where the attack woulde. He had infused the twin dragon swords with energy from the Sword Grave and the Blessing of the Stars. In order to create the perfect timing, he had to cut the opponents physical strength. And what followed afterward was an onught. Kwang! Kwang! Kakakang! Sparks filled the air as his two swords found gaps in Pendariels movement. Little by little, Jin-hyuk was slowly cornering the queen of the undead and forcing it to use itsst resort. [Pendariel Lv?? ''Mourning for the Dead'' is activated!] Kiiiik! A screeching noise came from Pendariels sword, the sound closer to a howl. As if it couldnt stand the pain. Unfortunate. I was just getting excited. Are we already reaching the end? Lets see. If youugh after this. [1st form] To see off the dead. A sword to destroy the dead. [Eternal Annihtion] The bastard sword the queen held disappeared The form. Smell. And the presence as well. Everything turned to nothing. Chapter 82: Pendariel, The Mother Of The Dead (4) Chapter 82: Pendariel, The Mother Of The Dead (4) Movement beyond the senses. It wasnt the kind of movement that could be stopped by seeing and reacting to it. Both with the talent to feel the sword. Or Be a veteran who memorized everything. Only one of those two types of yers could survive before this queen, and Jin-hyuk already knew which of the two would be better suited for it. Rather than innate talent acquired through enjoyment, the veterans path was the path he needed to take. Kang! A dazzling me. Jin-hyuk shed his sword towards the queens heart. The distance between them was narrowed one step at a time. Kuak! When Penadriels attack proved unsessful, itunched a second attack. [Second form] This time the tip of the sword was split into countless paths. Divided by dots and lines. [Deliver] The remnants of the attack were erased and moved towards the enemy from the front, back, right, and left. It was a storm-like sword attack that left no blind spots. Kakaka! However, the result was the same this time too. Jin-hyuk moved the Twin Dragon Swords as if he had measured everything. Not a single one of the attacks had touched him, and the distance between the two was narrowed again. This time, it is my turn. A streak of cold rose from Jin-hyuks fingertips. [Lv5 cier Formation and ck Ice are activated!] Jin-hyuk used cier Formation to create an ice sheet to make his opponent lose their bnce. Kuak! [Lv1 ''Sword Demon''s Emperor Footwork'' is activated!] Kukuku! Using this skill, he used abnormal movement to get closer. Ack! Pendariel roared in anger. This was a movement that it couldnt even see. Everything began to break down. And Jin-hyuk wasnt even trying to take her attacks head-on but just epted them. Just like that. Kang! He got thestugh. Kakang! ! He finally found the gap that he was waiting for. Jin-hyuk stabbed his swords into the ground and picked up his scythe. Damn it! This cannot be! to a human! Pendariel was enraged. This cannot be. How could a human that could not even live for 100 years have such perfect abilities and not show a single gap? This was already toote, no matter how arrogant or negligent Pendariel was. The distance was already closed. sh! The first crack was heard at this moment, the first since the start of the battle. A single drop of blood flowed through the neatly cut area that marked the end. [4th-floor boss monster ''Pendariel'' has fallen!] [The 5th floor of the Tower of Trials is open!] [Time remaining until conquering the next floor: 98D: 23h: 59m: 59s] [Level has risen] [Level has risen] [Level has risen] [You have seeded in defending the base! ''A-rank random box (5 pieces) will be given ording to the base rankings''] [You have acquired the ''Advanced Skill Enhancement Book (1)'' as a reward for most kills.] [You have obtained a ''10% discount coupon for coin exchange fee (1 time) as a popr vote reward''] [You have obtained the ''Magic Library Admission Ticket (1 time)'' as a reward for defeating the hidden boss.] Numerous things popped up. Who would have expected this? Anubis and the other gods who had been sure of their victory were at a loss for words. Still, Penadriel was stronger than the 3rd-floor boss who hid behind its subordinates. Jin-hyuk said softly. Of course, as Penadriel was dead, it could not hear. The fierce battle on the 4th floor was over. Considering the desperate situation, this reversal was close to a miracle. And now, two hourster, in a bar in Hongdae. Jin-hyuk and the rest of those who fought in the Tower rxed a little. Oppa! Here! Yoo Yeon-hwa waved her hand. When fighting in the Tower, her knuckles had begun to drip with blood as she used martial arts that were bloody to use. But now she lookedfortable in a hoodie. And quite fresh too. Hyung! You came? Lee Taemin wore jeans, a ck t-shirt, and a white hat. Sorry, I was a bitte. No. We, too, just came here. But, you are like a whole different person? At first nce, I thought a celebrity hade. Hyung. Cant we go around the Tower like this? After taking a break, he went to a salon, bought new clothes, and changed everything. Come to think of it, the hairdresser said that he would look better if his hair was waxed. He thought she was messing around but seeing the peoples reaction, it felt like he did change. If we dress up like this, what year will we climb the tower? Jin-hyuk smiled and asked. Miss Teresa? She said she had some work for an hour or so. She said we should start before shees. Unlike Jin-hyuk, Teresa had gone to the gate from the European side. It would have been nice if she hade here, but she said something important was happening, and she couldnt join the group. She was bound to have her own ns if she was a ranker. Finally. A man was sitting in the corner of the table. Did you see that man? Talk slowly. Wow! I think he just looked at him. He had excellent proportions and clothes, which looked amazing on him. Additionally, he gave out a chic aura which seemed to indicate that he had no worries in the world. It was an appealingbination. Anyway, he was getting a lot of attention. You are here? As you can see. I thought you wouldnte or bete for a few more hours, but you actually kept the promise? Jin-hyuk sat with a smile as he thought of how he had made this mane here. -Come to the bar at Exit 3 in Hongdae tomorrow night at 7. We will all have a beer. -Funny. Why should Ie there? Chun Yuseong had frowned, but -You need toe there if you want to take a pick from the random box, right? Jin-hyuk promised that if he came, he actually did end uping. Anyway, this guy Chun Yuseong looked like a neighborhood gangster from how he talked and acted. He knew that Chun Yuseong was a medical student at Korea University, but he was genuinely worried about the safety of the people who would be his patients. Because it was obvious that he would swing the sword and not the scalpel during surgery. Call for a healer or kill me if I ever get hurt. What nonsense is that? I think it would be easier to just let me die slowly Dont worry. Merit is merit, and living is living. I will do my best to save the patient I am assigned to. Shit, he cannot even joke about this. Jin-hyuk clicked his tongue and drank the beer. The chilled ice beer went down his throat, which was hot from running. He immediately ripped out a chicken coated in spicy sauce. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Kuak. Jin-hyuk eximed his love for the taste. The fatigue was essential to enjoy the taste. And at that moment. [Give me some too. Don''t keep eating alone!] A shrill voice rose from the ring. It was Elise. After the battle on the 3rd floor, she was quiet to recover her magic, but now it seemed like she was okay. After all, she has been stuck in that Corridor of the Fallen for far too long. She was curious about the food of the outside world. I really want to eat together, but it is quite expensive. No matter what, it is a burden on my wallet. [Expensive? How much?] Jin-hyuk deliberately made a serious expression. At least a diamond the size of a thumb. Still, it is a small amountpared to the price of alcohol, but considering our rtionship, I will handle that. Be kind and nice. The key was to use Elises mentality. [That! I am not someone who will take things for free.] Elise said in a low voice. As expected, prominent and wealthy people were always wee. Especially at a drinking party. Oh. Are you saying that this is a drink made by you people? Elises eyes shone brightly. From the ck dress with gorgeousce and a ne adorned with rubies and gold. The fact that she coulde outside meant she had to put effort into her body. It is called Draught Beer. Um! Not bad! Although it cannot bepared with the finest blood I have enjoyed for years of history, it is still good enough to make me thirsty for more. It must have been made by the artisans whose recipes had been passed down through generations. She was making assumptions here. This was a 2,500-won beer that was mass produced in a factory. Especially today since it was on a 1+1 offer which was being run due to the 4th floor being cleared. Eat this too. This? Chicken. It is coated with soy sauce and seasoning. MeatI do not like it, but you rmend it, so I will try it once. Elise elegantly clicked the chicken thigh with a fork. What she ate made her eyes change. Like a beast that had caught its prey. Jin-hyuk tried to take one piece of chicken. ck! Elise blocked it with her fork. She wasnt going to let even one piece leave her sight. Right. When it came to meat dishes, be they boiled, grilled, or anything, one would go crazy. Eat a lot. Thank you. I will not forget this. Elise grabbed the beer mug with a lovely expression, like an innocent girl. Who would look at this little one and think they are looking at the true ancestor, one of the strongest beings in the Tower? Everyone! I am here! After a while, Teresa joined in, and the atmosphere became hotter as they ate delicious food and thought of happy things in the Tower. But as they were all in the middle of talking Chik! The TV volume went up, making everyone look at it. This was because there was a special feature rted to the Tower of Trials, not gossip about sports in the entertainment industry. [As the attack on the 4th floor seeded this time, the attention is being focused on the 5th floor.] [Yes, right. There have been many ups and downs, but the Koreans have been ranked highly this time. Thanks to Kang Jin-hyuk, we could reach the 5th floor.] A man and woman continued. [Before we talk about the 5th floor, can we see a simple summary of the data for the general public to understand?] [Of course. The table below shows the yers who yed the biggest role in dealing with the boss monsters from the 1st to 4th floor and which nations they belong to.] Patrick of the American Titan Guild cleared the first floor. Maria of the European Olympus Guild and the Chinese guild cleared the 2nd floor alongside Teresa. Unknown who cleared the 3rd floor. Kang Jin-hyuk cleared the 4th floor. Top rankers in each nation and the hope for mankind. The names of those who would continue conquering the floors in the future. [Wow! Just hearing the names makes my heart feel d] [Hahaha! So am I. It seems like these people will somehow lead humans to the next level.] [Then, please exin about the 5th floor.] The female announcer said. [I understand.] The 5th floor. The main theme of the ce where they would spend the next 90 days. [The 5th floor] Has been revealed. Chapter 83: Magic Library (1) Chapter 83: Magic Library (1) [The central theme of the 5th floor is ''Escape''] The male person on TV spoke. [Escape, are you saying it is about being trapped?] [Yes. There isn''t much information because all the videos and records from the past have disappeared. We were able to reconstruct the up to the 8th floor based on the memories of yers who yed the game.] [Ah. That much?] [Haha. It is all thanks to the veterans.] Its funny that people who only managed to go up to the 8th floor are being considered great when theyre actually just stagnant. We had people who went up to the 15th floor and left too. Lee Taemin clicked his tongue while watching TV. I know. But what can we do? Most people had left the game before the 8th floor. Its amazing they got information till the 8th floor at all. Yoo Yeon-hwa chimed in. But. By our standards, the hurdles are too much for other people. If we look at it that way, I think having information is a big deal. Isnt that a natural thing? Everyone joined in the conversation. On everyones faces was the pride of reaching up until at least the 15th floor. Um Jin-hyuk, who was looking at them, scratched his cheek. Should I not say anything? To those who considered their ownst floor the highest, if he told them that he had seen the end of the Tower, then they might just die. And these people were his colleagues. He cannot hurt them. Especially Chun Yuseong would be the first to walk away if he knew he would get teased for stopping near the 20th floor. Really. I should think about the mentality of the team members. Even if I think about myself, I feel like a bastard. As Jin-hyuk was nodding his head. [ if so, then what kind of escape is it?] [The purpose of the 5th floor is to choose one of the deadliest ces to survive: a mental hospital, a diator area, a mine, or an uninhabited ind and then escape from it.] [It cannot be as difficult as I think, right? If the location is known in advance, can''t the escape be prepared?] Information was necessary for any escape n. What characters would be there, what type of terrain, what would be seen, and what other information? This meant they would need to know everything in advance and prepare for it. [Haha, thinking about it is quite easy. But no. On the 5th floor, the location and theposition inside change every time, so the advantage of having information fades fast. Nerfs are also applied on top of magic being sealed. Instead, this will be the most difficult one.] [Magic is sealed?] [Yes. yers are meant to clear it with just their own strength.] A nerf that sealed unique abilities and skills. The 5th floors start was already the worst. This floor is so annoying. Phew. I need to rx a little more. Ah, for real, it was a floor I hated to even look at Sighs came from all around as everyone stared at the floor. Everyone was probably thinking the same thing, but Jin-hyuk was smiling. He knew. How to easily get past this floor. And what preparation had to be made. The next afternoon. Jin-hyuk, who recovered from the fatigue at a hotel,id out the rewards he had received. A-rank random box. Advanced Skill Enhancement Book. 10% discount coupon for coin exchange. Magic Library Admission Ticket. Four items. He had collected all of them and wanted to check them out right away, but Status Window. Jin-hyuk opened his personal status window instead. This was because he needed to distribute the stat points he had gained. Name: Kang Jin-hyuk Gender: Male Age: 27 Level: 34 Strength 16 Agility 16 Stamina 16 Magic 62 Rift 100 Luck 10 Adaptive 10 Stat Points: 21 Coins: 235,341 Unique Abilities: Fusion, Sword Grave, Blessing of the Stars Skills: Lv6'' Element of Fire'', Lv4'' Eye of Gluttony'', Lv3 ''Communion'', Lv3'' Stigma on Soul'', Lv4'' Shallow Breath'', Lv5'' cier Formation'' He had gone up seven levels in one go, and his status window was insane. Ba-dump! His heart began to beat quickly. In the past, I thought I had to grow up with one perfect growth But that was an illusion. It was because his current growth speed was iparable to the past. Haha. This is insane. The real Tower of Trials had a level of difficulty that differed from the game. But with that increased difficulty. I have more room to grow. The past experiences that he had umted, as well as his collected skills, were proof of how strong he had be. Feeling nice about this, he distributed the 21 stat points he had. [Strength from 16 to 19] [Agility from 16 to 19] [Stamina from 16 to 19] [Magic from 62 to 74] Magic was always important. As he had raised it by 12 points at once, he found the magic flowing around his body moving more smoothly. Nice. And then Jin-hyuk picked up the Advanced Skill Enhancement Book. An item that raised any skill above Lv 10 by 1 level and any below Lv 10 by 3 levels. Considering that it was difficult to raise skill levels, this book was not something that could be easily exchanged for coins. Jin-hyuk already knew where to invest this time. cier Formation is the most important thing to grow, not only for the 5th floor but for the future. It was a versatile skill that could be used in various situations for attack and defense. If he had to choose just one thing, that would be at the top of the list. Woong. The book vanished with a bright light and [cier Formation has been upgraded to Lv8] Psss.! A cool breeze spread through the hotel. What? Dont you think it suddenly got cold? Did they turn on the air conditioner? What kind of idiots turn on air conditioning inte autumn? Shit! Besides, it isnt even like air conditioning. This is freezing temperature. I think there is something wrong with the central air conditioner Resolve it quickly so that the customers dont feel ufortable if aintes in saying someone got a cold because of this, we will die! Jin-hyuk didnt realize that the hotel staff was scrambling to find the cause of this sudden issue. Meanwhile, he was picking up a golden box lying on the bed after strengthening his skill. An A-rank random box. As the name suggests, anything was possible from this box, making it simr to roulette. Wooong! Arge golden roulette appeared in the room with numerous Rank-A items engraved. Lets see. As he lowered the lever on the side, the roulette wheel began to spin. One, two. Tring! [Please press the red button in the center.] When the button was pressed, an item would be selected from the roulette. But. Jin-hyuk waited patiently with his arms crossed. He looked at the button as if he didnt care. [Time has been exceeded] [Time has been exceeded] A red status window kept shing a warning at him. However, even though the message appeared, the roulette didnt disappear. Cheap threats. Jin-hyuk checked the status window and lowered the level again. However, this time, too, he didnt push it, and there was a reason for doing this. A bug? A maniption? Jin-hyuk had discovered a loophole within the system that was rigged to fuck with the yers. If the roulette is given up 36 times, then the speed of it will decrease by 99.99% on the 37th spin. It was like ying in slow motion. After that, he could wait and get what he wanted. Actually,st night, he used this method to pick the item that Chun Yuseong wanted. But just one issue with this method. The downside was that an item gained from this method could only be used for one week. A yful smile hung on Jin-hyuks lips. Chun Yuseongs new elemental sword would break down in a week. I am a bit sorry, but I didnt lie. He had promised him the items he needed and provided them to him. He never promised the sword wouldst forever. Above all, he could enjoy the elemental sword for at least a week. As he nodded, the 37th turn came, and the roulettes spin became unbearably slow. Now was the time. Jin-hyuk pressed the red button for the first time. [You have chosen the A-rank Three Colored Orbs!] Red, white and ck. Three pills with different abilities appeared. If he nned to use these within one week, he would need to attack the next floor soon. Jin-hyuk put the orbs into his subspace. A coupon that gives a discount on coin exchange. I can use itter when the video gets a lot of views. Onest thing. The Magic Library. Advanced versions of skills, ancient magic, and barrier skills which only appeared in the middle to higher floors. A library of other dimensional knowledge that allowed a yer to learn magic-rted skills that others could not ess. The idea would give any ambitious yer excitement. However, Jin-hyuks face held some tension. The manager of the library was quite a menacing character. After a while, I will be meeting him again. Rick Hennessy, the librarian who managed the library. He also owned thergest pawn shop in the Tower. Jin-hyuk had often traded there in the past and had given Rick the nickname of Thanos. This was because any item brought by another party would be purchased at half price and sold for double the original price. Indeed a miracle transaction. Leisure that only those withrge amounts of money could enjoy and do. But This time things will be different. This will be your first time meeting me now. And not my first time meeting you. This was different from the past when he knew nothing of how things worked. This time he knew everything about the opponent. Jin-hyuk bought some items from the Coin Exchange. He then held onto the most important ticket from his rewards. [Magic Library is opened] Kukuku! A green gate appeared. Chapter 84: Magic Library (2) Chapter 84: Magic Library (2) Marble floors and colorful lights. Endless shelves lined up with books. All intertwined like a maze, but Jin-hyuk continued to walk forward. To be precise, to the center where the information desk was located. How long had he walked? He had seen the end of the passage, which widened, a desk made of old wood, and a person was seated there. Um? ck! The old man, wearing a ck suit and a monocle over one eye, stood up with slight curiosity. Jin-hyuk knew the reason. How did a human break through the maze and find the information desk in one attempt? Was what he was wondering? Surprising. It is normal for first-timers to get lost in the maze of books. I came all the way here. I was just walking along the path. I am sorry, but I am quite a lucky person. Jin-hyuk shrugged his shoulders, and Rick didnt ask further. He looked interested in Jin-hyuk I am Rick Hennessy, who manages the library. Rick politely bowed his head. A person at the middle manager level is bowing his head That was why this man was scary. It would have been easier for Jin-hyuk if the man had ignored him or something. Maintaining such politeness despite being from a higher ce proved that the man was intelligent. A tycoon who ran one of thergest libraries in the Tower. In order to get what they wanted from the man, yers, too, needed their own ns. I am Kang Jin-hyuk. yer Kang Jin-hyuk. Nice to meet you. The one who came to this ce earlier than others with the approval of the Tower. As a reward, you get to purchase one book there. Feel free to choose. Rick stretched out his hand, and a treasure trove of barrier and attack magics was disyed. They were part of the collection here, but Giving me certain books and asking me to pick from them, isnt there a choice? Haha. Right. I am just saying that you can pick anything you want. You will have to pay for it if you want to buy it. Of course, we do not ept the currency from the earth. Note that only coins or items will be taken. This was as expected. However, each of the useful magic books he wanted would need a billion coins, so purchasing them was out of the question. I dont have many coins, so purchasing them is difficult. I am interested in bartering. Can you rmend a suitable mage? Jin-hyuk took out Merlins Staff from his subspace inventory and ced it on the table. Ricks eyes trembled. It was a unique habit he had when something he liked came out. Umm. So how about this? A me-based magic book that was said to have been made by the Red Dragon. It is not a bad deal for Merlins Staff. Rick quickly pulled out a book with gold runes and a red cover. As expected, this kind of pattern appeared again. He had suffered considerable losses in the past when he came for barter. In exchange for a useless magic book, he was robbed of all the items he had. At that time, he made a mistake because he thought the magic spell was a huge deal. But It is odd. Odd? Whatever do you mean by that? From what I know, this book was written by the Imperial Court Mage, not the Red Dragon. The name had to be was it Telemos? Wasnt he just in the 6th circle? Not even an archmage. It was a magic book written by a rank-70 court mage, and he was trying to peddle this trash? !? Ricks eyes shook. His face, which had contained a little bit of doubt and interest, was now fixed with shock and vignce. How do you I have a widework. Thanks to that, I have a lot of information. Jin-hyuk smiled brightly and took out a coffee pot, filter paper, and coffee beans from the subspace. These were things he bought at the coin exchange. I think this will take a lot of time, so would you like a drink? Jin-hyuk ced the coffee beans on the filter paper and poured hot water through it. No. Coffee isnt that important Rick shook his head as the fragrance of coffee touched his nose. No. It was coffee made with Ricks favorite Coffee Beans from the Bengenti Jungle. Does yer Kang Jin-hyuk like coffee too? I am not a fan of instant, so I looked around a lot for this. Obviously, the coffee inside the Tower has a better vor. Of course, this was the best of them. hm. You have a great eye for coffee. Personally, I like this the most. Jin-hyuk knew. Because he had seen Rick personally drink twelve cups of coffee in the past. Jin-hyuk preferred caramel mhiato or chocte frappino with a lot of syrup rather than bitter coffee, but the important thing now was to win the favor. [The librarian ''Rick Hennessy''s'' favor for you rises up.] [Always a trader seeking profit, but as far as he is concerned, he will soften his stubbornness.] A keen eye that saw through the authenticity of things. They shared the same taste for food, so it was inevitable that there would be good feelings. Above all else, he was using the skill of Communion, so this was psychological warfare. Can I ask you one thing, yer Kang Jin-hyuk? Please feel free to ask anything. Since you came here, I know you are different from the average yer. However, yer Kang Jin-hyuk seems to have a unique background. Common sense and information that a yer who had just entered the 5th floor could not have. Since Jin-hyuk spoke casually, of course, he thought something was up. I wonder what your background is? You saw right through me. nice. Jin-hyuk smiled. Hed been waiting for this question. Actually, the Egyptian Gods have been watching me. Thanks to that, I coulde here and get various information about the Tower. You are talking with the Egyptian Gods? Yes. N-No. I didnt know you are a yer they are so invested in They seemed to care about me quite a bit, and they did much for me. Had Anubis heard this, he would hang himself. No, he wouldnt just hang. He would bite his tongue and maybe jump from the pyramid too. Because Jin-hyuk could write a book about what had happened between them. But for Rick, he had no information about the past. At least at this moment, he didnt know yet. Probably I think I was a bit too harsh. Ricks tone changed. Those who are worthy need to be treated right. As an apology, I am giving away one of the books here. Ho Look at this. Of course, he expected the conditions would change, but this was unexpected. Was he saying that he would give up any book regardless of price? Can I choose anything? This is a reward given as an apology from my side. Do not worry and choosefortably. If that is the case And the price didnt matter then Initially, he wanted to exchange Merlins Staff for it, but with this, he could get it for free. Jin-hyuk began to walk around. Step. His walking speed slowed as he gradually stopped at the corner. Jin-hyuk then entirely stopped in front of a bookshelf in the corner. 12F- Row 127. Right here. Why am I feeling this happy when I hated textbooks? Jin-hyuk picked one of the books off the shelf. It was an old tome with a ck cover. Are you fine with that? There are surely better books than this, but its written in ancient ruins, and not just anyone can Thismemorates when I, the ck Dragon Macedrian, turned into an ancient dragon. For thousands of years, I have been thinking about how to break the rules of the world. A book that was written by a dragon with a lot of diseases. This works. Jin-hyuk read the first chapter of the book written in ancient runes. After seeing it for ten years, he was very familiar with it. Puahah! Look at what I did again. Indeed you are a person blessed by gods. Rickughed delightedly. Perhaps because it was the shock of Jin-hyuk understanding ancient runes, or probably because of what he called one of the most powerful creatures in the Tower. What was certain, however, was that Jin-hyuk had the favor of the librarian. I will keep an eye on the yer from now on. I really look forward to meeting you again. At the end of that sentence. Kukuku! The library turned into sand and began to crumble. Now that the reward was earned, it was time to go back. The 5th floor of the Tower of Trials. It had only been two days since the 4th floor was attacked, but quite a few people had challenged the 5th floor. Due to the nature of the map, which was closed on a firste, first-served basis, challengers came in to upy a more advantageous spot. And the most popr was the Mine. [C- 101 is closed] [D -77 is closed] [E 158 is closed] Jin-hyuk, who looked at the rapidly blinking status windows, eximed a little. Yah. Well, the deadline is almost the same as applying for college courses. It was almostparable to the liberal arts subjects like Sexuality and Love, which werepleted as one. It must have been attractive since it was recognized to be cleared easily. At least there was less risk of deathpared to the other ces. But You dont know that the clearing speed is abnormally slow for the safe ones. Finding the Royal Diamond buried deep in the mine is simr to finding a needle in the desert. There were many cases of failure even after 90 days of pickaxing. Above all, nothing was left except for the body being abused for so long. Jin-hyuk didnt even pay attention to the popr ones. Instead, he looked at where the yers were most reluctant. [Z 01 psychiatric ward] Currently on standby: 37 Remaining time: 0h: 2m: 13s Psychiatric ward. A building that was cursed with monsters and roaming asylum patients. This was the battlefield to choose from on the 5th floor. The deadline is almost over. But at the moment when Jin-hyuk was about to ept the participation. Tring! An unexpected message arrived from those who had never revealed their presence. Chapter 85: 5th Floor, Mental Ward (1) Chapter 85: 5th Floor, Mental Ward (1) [A gift from the Cdium Kingdom has arrived.] [Do you ept?] A blinking golden status window. If it is the Cdium Kingdom Jin-hyuk was a bit shocked. This was a nation belonging to the Empire, which was hostile to the Murim. And one of them was Cdium. Did they finally move? He thought that a connection would be tried to be established one day, but this was too fast. Well, new variables have emerged, so they couldnt help but feel greedy. At the same time, it also meant that the situation was turning urgent enough that even the Empire of nobles had begun to put their pride aside. Both Murim and the Empire. To change the powerposition of the tower, they are trying to pre-emptively recruit yers who seem skilled. So theyreing out with presents? Werent they being cute? Jin-hyuk smiled while looking at the list. It was time to see what those who dominated the middle floors had sent him. Tring! [You have acquired the skill ''Hazy Body Odor.'' Acquisition Difficulty: F Description: It is a skill that can erase not just your odor but also your breath and any slight vibration in the air. When used, even wild animals cannot notice your presence. (Time limit: 3 seconds, 3 uses, 24-hour cooldown)] [The system''s deterrence is partially rxed due to the patronage of a higher power.] If it had been another floor This skill would have been helpful. That was because the activation time was short, but the number of times it could be used was limited. However, this was different in a situation where they had to escape through crazy patients and named monsters. As long as unique abilities and skills are sealed. Skills which are F-rank are more valuable than S. It was like earning extra lives through them. And if it was given as a gift, then this was something that didnt vite the rules of the floor. It seemed like those upper-floor dwellers were quite greedy. Lets use the skill. There was no reason to refuse something freely given to him to curry his favor. There was no reason to feel burdened either. Just walking around a tightrope among various factions, I will suck up all the honey they have to offer. This was the ssic story of push and pull, which messed with the opponents sense of longing. That was the best position to take for the future. Nice. Now that he acquired the skill, this consideration can be stopped. Jin-hyuk then opened the gate to the psychiatric ward. At that moment. Woong! [You have selected the 5th-floor ''Psychiatric Ward''!] [Unique abilities and skills are sealed.] [There is only one rule, escape the ward alive.] A status window appeared that indicated the start of a new floor. Jin-hyuks vision then blurred. Damp air. A foul smell of blood and waste. The limited vision didnt allow him to see an inch ahead. All of this indicated that the chances of his survival here were the worst. Tring! [Ancient Dragon, Macedrian''s Magic Book has unlocked one of the skills!] [You can use Eye of Gluttony!] And a status window appeared. However, the eye was something that could work without limitations. This is why I picked this book. But Things are messy. No matter how much I smell this, I cannot get used to it. Jin-hyuk frowned and shook his head. At that moment Uhh Terrible darkness. Uh! This is the starting point? Damn it, why such a ce? Jin-hyuk could hear the voice of other people. Anyone who can light a fire? We cannot use the abilities because they are sealed. This is like heading back to the stone age. These yers, who had gotten used to ess all kinds of abilities, were suddenly deprived of them. They must feel like modern people being ripped away from electricity. Uh? I have something in my pocket! Pocket? Yes. This feels ck! Wheik! A small me appeared in the dark room with a lighters sound. There were five men and women inside that could barely recognize each other. A pair of western-looking man and woman, an Asian woman, and, finally, a ck woman. And me. A total of 5 people. Phew. I might live now. I would have chosen a different ce if I had known that this is how the ce is. Um? Do I have something in my pocket? Me too. Same here, a key. Survival items were given out at random. Everyone in the room checked their pockets, Jin-hyuk being the first among them. A ballpoint pen This was a penmonly found in offices. If it had been someone else, they would probably be cursing the system for giving them this. Jin-hyuk simply looked at the tip and nodded. Not bad. A true veteran doesnt me the situation. They would just use what was there and make the most out of it. And We only have newbies gathered here. Everything was clumsy from the first coping reaction to arriving in this ce. This meant that they had no experience in clearing the psychiatric ward. In the past, he would have taken them along to enjoy how they would shiver through the situation, but there was no reason to do that now. Because this wasnt a game to smile and enjoy oneself in. I think we will have to get through it on our own. Has anyone ever been here? Arge western man asked. I did try it once, but it was a long time back In the start, I heard that the experience of ying on the 5th floor was meaningless because the structure and items changed. That is why I chose this. The mine was so popr that it closed quickly. Everyone came here for their own reasons. It was difficult for Jin-hyuk to understand any of these reasons. We hit a goal. First, lets slowly talk and then move. The other people were constantly talking among themselves, but Jin-hyuks eyes were on the door. Since the light was turned on, it is time for them toe When you turned on the light, it wasnt just you alone that was granted vision. As soon as the yers looked for a fire, those who dwelled in the ward would notice their presence. And at that moment. Step. He could hear a faint sound. The rest of the people spoke so loudly that they didnt realize this. Everyone was just expressing their opinions on how to survive. Step! Step! The footsteps became louder, and now everyone noticed it. W-what is that sound? Lock the door first! Lock the door! Kuak! They attempted to close the wooden door, while at the same time Bang! Bang! Bang! The door swung frantically as those outside made their way in. It is here! In here! Kuak! Burn everything! Burn them all and purify them! Blood of the heathen! Tear them apart and kill them! Voices tinged with madness rang out through the room. Eik! Damn it! Are they already here? We need to get out of here right now. I cannot hold onto the door! They were people who were once patients here and had lost their minds. After that, they sacrificed themselves to an unknown god and spent their time filled with madness. Now there were two options left. Fight or run. One of them had to be chosen. But the people here couldnt fight. How do you fight when you cannot use your abilities? They had to run. Hurry before their bodies were shredded, and the rest were burned alive! W-we need to get out right away! The big man looked around the room. Ba-dump! Jin-hyuks heart began to pound faster as the voices of the madmen became louder. Bang! Bang! The wooden door began slowly breaking down as pieces were thrown in all directions. A de covered with flesh and blood could be seen through the cracks. There was no time. A little more, and the door would be smashed. At the same time Here! This way! The ck woman pointed to the ceiling and shouted. A vent. If they moved up, they would live. At least they wouldnt be cornered in here. Hurry! Damn it, hurry!. hurry! The rest of the people ripped off the vent cover and began to climb up in a hurry. Kwang! Pop! Now there was a gap the size of a childs fist through the door. Through it, a red eye could be seen. Pull me up! I wille up too! The people supported each other by pushing from below and pulling from above. The upants of the room left one after another, but What are you doing? You! Come up! Jin-hyuk was thest one remaining below. It didnt seem like he wanted to go up. Shit! Abandon him! We cannot take care of everyone! Right! Come on! Tch. The man clicked his tongue as he looked at Jin-hyuk in frustration. ck! The vents lid was closed behind him. The seal on skills and unique abilities. With these two realities alone, the yers fear peaked to the extreme. But I dont know what youll be able to do in the future if you are so afraid of not having an ability. Skillpetence only served an auxiliary role. How many other hellish things would happen in the future? Did it mean the end of your life because your abilities were sealed? That is only for the fanatics. He did get a gift from the Cdium Kingdom, but it didnt seem like one which should be used here. Jin-hyuk held the pen. Click! The pens tip came out with a familiar sound, and at that moment. Kwang! The door was smashed as a group of half-naked men, numbering around 30, came through it. They were a quite grotesque sight with their misshapen body and bloody eyes. Kill him! Cut the limbs off! God wants his blood! Rusty sickles and kitchen knives flew towards Jin-hyuk. I have been quite curious about it for a long time. There was one question that he couldnt ask the AI. I wonder if mad people feel fear? Human nature was hidden in front of madness. How long would that maskst? He wanted to test it. With those words, Jin-hyuks body disappeared like smoke. Puak! Kuak? The ballpoint pen dug into the mans temple in front of him, and a thin stream of blood spurted out from the wound. If you want to take advantage of this, you shouldnt being in from a narrow entrance. What if there were more people? Two could go through the door at one time. In addition, a sickle and a kitchen knife were difficult weapons to use in such a narrow ce. Jin-hyuk pulled out the pen and went for the second target. Puak! Uh! Eyes, below the chin, uv. He aimed for the many vital points which werent protected by bones. Kuak! Ack! Terrible screams rang out. Each blow was delivered coldly from his hands. In an instant, more than half of them were just cooling corpses. The ferocious momentum of the mad people was broken. It couldnt be helped. The difference in power between the two sides was too different. The mad ones who hade here to kill were instead the ones being killed. What are you doing? Is it done? Jin-hyuk held the ballpoint pen that was dripping with blood. And at that moment. Kwang! With a roar, a wall copsed. Chapter 85: 5th Floor, Psychiatric Ward (1) Chapter 85: 5th Floor, Psychiatric Ward (1) [A gift from the Cdium Kingdom has arrived.] [Do you ept?] A blinking golden status window. If it is the Cdium Kingdom Jin-hyuk was a bit shocked. This was a nation belonging to the Empire, which was hostile to the Murim. And one of them was Cdium. Did they finally move? He thought that a connection would be tried to be established one day, but this was too fast. Well, new variables have emerged, so they couldnt help but feel greedy. At the same time, it also meant that the situation was turning urgent enough that even the Empire of nobles had begun to put their pride aside. Both Murim and the Empire. To change the powerposition of the tower, they are trying to pre-emptively recruit yers who seem skilled. So theyreing out with presents? Werent they being cute? Jin-hyuk smiled while looking at the list. It was time to see what those who dominated the middle floors had sent him. Tring! [You have acquired the skill ''Hazy Body Odor.'' Acquisition Difficulty: F Description: It is a skill that can erase not just your odor but also your breath and any slight vibration in the air. When used, even wild animals cannot notice your presence. (Time limit: 3 seconds, 3 uses, 24-hour cooldown)] [The system''s deterrence is partially rxed due to the patronage of a higher power.] If it had been another floor This skill would have been helpful. That was because the activation time was short, but the number of times it could be used was limited. However, this was different in a situation where they had to escape through crazy patients and named monsters. As long as unique abilities and skills are sealed. Skills which are F-rank are more valuable than S. It was like earning extra lives through them. And if it was given as a gift, then this was something that didnt vite the rules of the floor. It seemed like those upper-floor dwellers were quite greedy. Lets use the skill. There was no reason to refuse something freely given to him to curry his favor. There was no reason to feel burdened either. Just walking around a tightrope among various factions, I will suck up all the honey they have to offer. This was the ssic story of push and pull, which messed with the opponents sense of longing. That was the best position to take for the future. Nice. Now that he acquired the skill, this consideration can be stopped. Jin-hyuk then opened the gate to the psychiatric ward. At that moment. Woong! [You have selected the 5th-floor ''Psychiatric Ward''!] [Unique abilities and skills are sealed.] [There is only one rule, escape the ward alive.] A status window appeared that indicated the start of a new floor. Jin-hyuks vision then blurred. Damp air. A foul smell of blood and waste. The limited vision didnt allow him to see an inch ahead. All of this indicated that the chances of his survival here were the worst. Tring! [Ancient Dragon, Macedrian''s Magic Book has unlocked one of the skills!] [You can use Eye of Gluttony!] And a status window appeared. However, the eye was something that could work without limitations. This is why I picked this book. But Things are messy. No matter how much I smell this, I cannot get used to it. Jin-hyuk frowned and shook his head. At that moment Uhh Terrible darkness. Uh! This is the starting point? Damn it, why such a ce? Jin-hyuk could hear the voice of other people. Anyone who can light a fire? We cannot use the abilities because they are sealed. This is like heading back to the stone age. These yers, who had gotten used to ess all kinds of abilities, were suddenly deprived of them. They must feel like modern people being ripped away from electricity. Uh? I have something in my pocket! Pocket? Yes. This feels ck! Wheik! A small me appeared in the dark room with a lighters sound. There were five men and women inside that could barely recognize each other. A pair of western-looking man and woman, an Asian woman, and, finally, a ck woman. And me. A total of 5 people. Phew. I might live now. I would have chosen a different ce if I had known that this is how the ce is. Um? Do I have something in my pocket? Me too. Same here, a key. Survival items were given out at random. Everyone in the room checked their pockets, Jin-hyuk being the first among them. A ballpoint pen This was a penmonly found in offices. If it had been someone else, they would probably be cursing the system for giving them this. Jin-hyuk simply looked at the tip and nodded. Not bad. A true veteran doesnt me the situation. They would just use what was there and make the most out of it. And We only have newbies gathered here. Everything was clumsy from the first coping reaction to arriving in this ce. This meant that they had no experience in clearing the psychiatric ward. In the past, he would have taken them along to enjoy how they would shiver through the situation, but there was no reason to do that now. Because this wasnt a game to smile and enjoy oneself in. I think we will have to get through it on our own. Has anyone ever been here? Arge western man asked. I did try it once, but it was a long time back In the start, I heard that the experience of ying on the 5th floor was meaningless because the structure and items changed. That is why I chose this. The mine was so popr that it closed quickly. Everyone came here for their own reasons. It was difficult for Jin-hyuk to understand any of these reasons. We hit a goal. First, lets slowly talk and then move. The other people were constantly talking among themselves, but Jin-hyuks eyes were on the door. Since the light was turned on, it is time for them toe When you turned on the light, it wasnt just you alone that was granted vision. As soon as the yers looked for a fire, those who dwelled in the ward would notice their presence. And at that moment. Step. He could hear a faint sound. The rest of the people spoke so loudly that they didnt realize this. Everyone was just expressing their opinions on how to survive. Step! Step! The footsteps became louder, and now everyone noticed it. W-what is that sound? Lock the door first! Lock the door! Kuak! They attempted to close the wooden door, while at the same time Bang! Bang! Bang! The door swung frantically as those outside made their way in. It is here! In here! Kuak! Burn everything! Burn them all and purify them! Blood of the heathen! Tear them apart and kill them! Voices tinged with madness rang out through the room. Eik! Damn it! Are they already here? We need to get out of here right now. I cannot hold onto the door! They were people who were once patients here and had lost their minds. After that, they sacrificed themselves to an unknown god and spent their time filled with madness. Now there were two options left. Fight or run. One of them had to be chosen. But the people here couldnt fight. How do you fight when you cannot use your abilities? They had to run. Hurry before their bodies were shredded, and the rest were burned alive! W-we need to get out right away! The big man looked around the room. Ba-dump! Jin-hyuks heart began to pound faster as the voices of the madmen became louder. Bang! Bang! The wooden door began slowly breaking down as pieces were thrown in all directions. A de covered with flesh and blood could be seen through the cracks. There was no time. A little more, and the door would be smashed. At the same time Here! This way! The ck woman pointed to the ceiling and shouted. A vent. If they moved up, they would live. At least they wouldnt be cornered in here. Hurry! Damn it, hurry!. hurry! The rest of the people ripped off the vent cover and began to climb up in a hurry. Kwang! Pop! Now there was a gap the size of a childs fist through the door. Through it, a red eye could be seen. Pull me up! I wille up too! The people supported each other by pushing from below and pulling from above. The upants of the room left one after another, but What are you doing? You! Come up! Jin-hyuk was thest one remaining below. It didnt seem like he wanted to go up. Shit! Abandon him! We cannot take care of everyone! Right! Come on! Tch. The man clicked his tongue as he looked at Jin-hyuk in frustration. ck! The vents lid was closed behind him. The seal on skills and unique abilities. With these two realities alone, the yers fear peaked to the extreme. But I dont know what youll be able to do in the future if you are so afraid of not having an ability. Skillpetence only served an auxiliary role. How many other hellish things would happen in the future? Did it mean the end of your life because your abilities were sealed? That is only for the fanatics. He did get a gift from the Cdium Kingdom, but it didnt seem like one which should be used here. Jin-hyuk held the pen. Click! The pens tip came out with a familiar sound, and at that moment. Kwang! The door was smashed as a group of half-naked men, numbering around 30, came through it. They were a quite grotesque sight with their misshapen body and bloody eyes. Kill him! Cut the limbs off! God wants his blood! Rusty sickles and kitchen knives flew towards Jin-hyuk. I have been quite curious about it for a long time. There was one question that he couldnt ask the AI. I wonder if mad people feel fear? Human nature was hidden in front of madness. How long would that maskst? He wanted to test it. With those words, Jin-hyuks body disappeared like smoke. Puak! Kuak? The ballpoint pen dug into the mans temple in front of him, and a thin stream of blood spurted out from the wound. If you want to take advantage of this, you shouldnt being in from a narrow entrance. What if there were more people? Two could go through the door at one time. In addition, a sickle and a kitchen knife were difficult weapons to use in such a narrow ce. Jin-hyuk pulled out the pen and went for the second target. Puak! Uh! Eyes, below the chin, uv. He aimed for the many vital points which werent protected by bones. Kuak! Ack! Terrible screams rang out. Each blow was delivered coldly from his hands. In an instant, more than half of them were just cooling corpses. The ferocious momentum of the mad people was broken. It couldnt be helped. The difference in power between the two sides was too different. The mad ones who hade here to kill were instead the ones being killed. What are you doing? Is it done? Jin-hyuk held the ballpoint pen that was dripping with blood. And at that moment. Kwang! With a roar, a wall copsed. Chapter 86: 5th Floor, Psychiatric Ward (2) Chapter 86: 5th Floor, Psychiatric Ward (2) The intense feeling of someone who was three meters tall. The iron helmet. A hammer that could crush anyone. The moment he appeared through the wall was too intimidating. This was one of the named monsters, Breaker. The Eye of Gluttony quickly scanned the subject. Name: Breaker Gender: None Age: 1 Level: 45 Strength 100 Agility 15 Stamina 30 Magic 0 Stat Points: 0 Unique Ability: Relentless Hunter Skills: Lv12 Guillotine, Lv11 Armor Break, Lv11 Breakthrough, Lv10 Strengthening Weapon [Target cannot be killed] The overwhelming strength over that magic stat immediately stood out. However, the key information was that the opponent could not be killed. The characteristic of hunger that pursued its prey to the end of hell meant that it could not die. Because of these factors, the wards difficulty was much higher than the others. Well, whatever it was, Jin-hyuk had run because the opponent was invincible no matter what he did. Sir. We we werent scared The mad ones trembled. It was because they knew better than anyone what the oue of their actions would be. At that moment, Breaker captured the head of one of them. Kuaaauk! Red blood poured down like a waterfall. The monster was overwhelmingly strong, so this was inevitable. If Im caught, he can even pull the spine out of my body. Jin-hyuk frowned. Since this guy was now out, he would have to y tag for now. A game of tag where he would log out of life if he was caught once. Shhh! He then moved forward towards where Breaker stood among the kneeling madmen. Breaker reflexively swung the hammer, but it was toote as Jin-hyuk had escaped the attack by a thin margin. Instead, he smashed the body of one of the kneeling mad men. Woong! Kwang! Kwang! Just one attack caused the wall to copse and cracked the floors. Overwhelming power! Enough to turn a person into porridge. However, no matter how strong the attack was, it was useless if it didnt hit the target. Jin-hyuk avoided the hammer. Kuaaak! The Breaker, intoxicated by blood, began to run wild. Kuak! Ackk! The mad ones suffered from the wild swinging of the hammer. Jin-hyuk widened the distance gradually between the falling corpses. A little further and he would make it to the hallway. But at that moment. [Breaker activates Lv12 ''Guillotine''!] The Breaker held the hammer with both hands and leaned back. Kwakwakwang! The hammer smashed the ceiling and fell towards Jin-hyuks head. It was a blow with both weight and speed. The falling ceiling also obstructed his view, making the attack hard to avoid. But it didnt matter. Friend Shield! Jin-hyuk put one of the mad ones in front of him. What, frfrien? The mad one questioned the unfamiliar words and then died. Kang! The hammer dug into the floor, and the poormb was sent back to the hands of God. Meanwhile, Jin-hyuk took a shlight out of the drawer in the hallway. Fortunately, no one took it. Well, everyone had been too busy running away, so they wouldnt have had time to check what was in the drawer. Jin-hyuk turned back. Kuku! The Breaker was trying to pull out the hammer that was lodged into the ground. The mad ones inside were almost all mutted. He killed all of them on his own. This gave him enough time to escape. But Jin-hyuk didnt. Instead, he pressed the power switch of the shlight again and again Click. Click! Should I be a bit more confident now? Can you catch me with such a slow body? The Breakers eyes shone brightly. This was an outright provocation. The third floor of the psychiatric ward. This was where the key to the main entrance of the ward was kept. At the same time, it was also the ce where the master of this ward was located. What happened to these humans? A man with visible blue veins on his pale body opened his mouth. This was the master of the ward and elder to the fanatics. The man in the shade answered. We are taking it smoothly. Some are still running around, but it is only a matter of time before they die. Are you sure? Of course. The leader doesnt have to worry. As long as their magic was sealed, the yers inside were nothing more than bugs waiting to be stamped. Everything was going as nned. The lips of the leader turned into a smile. At first, when the Demonic Human Association came, we tried to put them in a furnace and burn them. From our point of view, the yers and you people are all the same. But The moment I heard your purpose, that thought changed. I never thought there could be humans with such great intentions. You overestimate us. We are just doing what we have to do. The man bowed his head, and the leader looked satisfied. God wants more sacrifices. Now is the time when the tower has just opened, and the ignorant ones keeping in, the promised time for His return. Offering. Right. Being locked in the psychiatric ward, brainwashing humans, and transforming them into mad people were all to gather sacrifices for their god. The leader looked straight ahead. To be precise, he was looking at the yers who had been captured before. Ugh Kuak S-spare us My leg. I will do anything you ask. Please let me live. The yers who hade with Jin-hyuk had escaped through the vent but were soon captured. Do not be this afraid. Humble servants. I will give you a choice. The leader stroked the cheeks of the Asian woman with his cold hand. It was so cold that it gave her an eerie feeling. C-choice? If you convert and follow, I will spare you from being burned alive. A chance to live. At those words that promised an escape from death, their eyes fluttered. However, you must kill another person as proof for the conversion. Only two of the four could live. Only those who give up their humanity can gain this new life. The leader dropped a ck dagger on the ground. Decide. Who would live and who would die. The four people looked at each other and the dagger. But at that moment. Leader, I think you should take a look at this. One of the believers looking at the CCTV urgently called for him. What is it? The man went and looked at the screen, which showed an unbelievable sight. What is this On the screen were Breaker and a yer. It wasmon to see the yers being chased, but the problem was that this yer was ying around with Breaker. Even though he could escape, he purposefully let Breaker get close and pursue him. He dodged the attacks by narrow margins as the hammer hit the ground. He was also shing the light constantly. Those eyes read through the opponents movements so quickly. Such freedom of movement and thought despite his life being at stake. Who would look at this and think his abilities were sealed? How how can a human do that to Gods agent? They shouted while holding the screen. Kaak! His nails left marks on the screen as the man beside him saw the scene. And he mumbled. K-Kang Jin-hyuk? How did hee here? Kang Jin-hyuk? You know him? Yes. An S-ranker from Korea The man knew the yer. He is the most dangerous stumbling block in our ns. Even though his unique abilities and skills were sealed, if they considered him weak, it would lead to a considerable loss. Wooong! Again, the hammer went through the air. Hundreds of attacks wereunched in just 20 minutes, but Jin-hyuk avoided them. It has been a while since I did something this fun. He moved around, teasing the opponent while using the terrain to his advantage. Even things that should get boring with time felt nice and exhrating when they involved seeing his opponent angry. The pleasure of seeing them biting their nails while running wild made him enjoy this even more. Of course, it was all a game he enjoyed/ Goooo! Breaker kept running wild in anger. Kwakwakwang! Now, whether or not it could cause injury, it kept using the hammer to knock everything down. Jin-hyuk would only slightly distance himself. It wasnt like there was any time limit, but he wasnt simply doing this for pleasure either. It is almost getting close. A god was worshiped by the leader of these fanatics on the 5th floor. You could get his attention if the Breaker was pushed beyond a limit. And at that moment. [''Corrupting Heart'' is interested in your actions.] A red status window shone in front of him. As expected. Jin-hyuk smiled. Nickname: Corrupting Heart Like Elise, he was one of those strong ones and had been called various names People often referred to him as the Demon King. Flinch. Brahams Ring trembled. Elise, who must have sensed the magic from the message, flinched. But there was no need to worry. Whether the opponent was a Demon King or Demon God. He was someone who lived on the 40th floor. Above all, knowing about him already helped give Jin-hyuk an advantage. Ugh. How did this shabby person evene to such a precious ce? Jin-hyuk smiled. [Corrupting Heart proposes to be your sword.] [The second job change requirement has urred.] [If you ept the offer given, you will change your upation to ''ck Apostle''] I really like this. A second job quest to be a ck Apostle. If Teresa was the Pdin of the Stars. Then the ck Apostle was a ck knight under the protection of the Demon King. He would have different abilities and live with the disadvantage of being a servant of the Demon King. The biggest problem is that if we refuse, we will be cursed by the Demon King. And once the curse was ced, an order to kill him would be sent to all the demons. Naturally, when this was just a game, no yer would refuse the offer as they didnt want to risk the curse. Now that this was a reality, everything hurt twice as much. So I am sorry, but I will decline. Do you know why? A tiger cub cannot go under a Chihuahua. Jin-hyuk chose the other path this time. Chapter 87: Sacrificial Ritual (1) Chapter 87: Sacrificial Ritual (1) As Jin-hyuk said those refreshing words. [''Corrupting Heart'' is furious!] [You have received the ''Curse of Demon King''!] [The cursests until death!] Kukukung! His body felt like it had been hit by something Shit! It hurts. Jin-hyuk had to gulp back a scream. Naturally, there was no such thing as getting used to the process of having a curse engraved on ones body. This meant that each time would be a fresh new sensation. Some perverts might enjoy the pain, but that is a story for those who have betrayed their dignity as humans. Wasnt it human nature to want to avoid any form of physical pain? But he couldnt help it this time since receiving the curse was part of the process of clearing this floor. [All stats drop by 90% for 3 minutes.] [If you try to fight it, you will be exhausted, and in the worst case, you might die.] [Time Left: 0h:2m:59s] [Due to the strong intervention of a higher deity, a hidden quest has urred.] [Hidden Quest Difficulty: A Description: Corrupted fanatics who take the lives of others are ''wicked beings''. Each time you kill 1 of them, your adaptive stat is increased by +0.1. However, if you kill the leader, the stat will go up by +30.] Right, this was the one. An error of probability that was caused by the active intervention of God. Naturally, to resolve some contradiction, the system was supposed to reward a cursed yer. And this was what he expected. Everything was going how he wanted. But just one thing. The stats given as rewards were different from before. I had hoped that I could get the adaptive stat. Jin-hyuks eyes shook in surprise. The quest had given additional bonus stats in the past, but now the reward had changed to the adaptive stat. A stat that could not be obtained through standard methods and was given to those who saw the Towers top floor. Jin-hyuks heart began to beat uncontrobly at the fact that he could build up this new stat over and over. Ba-dump! No matter what happens, I need to get my hands on it. Among the rewards, the most delicious one appeared so he could not fail. He had to make sure that this was a sess. Jin-hyuk was burning up with passion. At that moment. Throb! He felt excruciating pain. This is the effect of a curse. He felt like he was about to lose consciousness from the pain he felt in the left side of his chest. He had to get out of here since he was in a position where he wouldnt be able to fight properly for three minutes. The skill he received beforeing could not be used here. I am sorry. Can we end this at a draw? Jin-hyuk took a deep breath as he smiled. Gooo! Thud! Thud! Breaker came running for him with the hammer. As expected, he wasnt cute at all. It couldnt be helped. Jin-hyuk quickly turned around and began to run. It was dark and a maze, and it wouldnt be strange for a dead end to suddenly pop up, but Jin-hyuk didnt stop. Left from here. And then right. He knew the ce like the back of his hand. He had memorized it to the point of knowing where every wall was located. Through the narrow and round passages, the ce that he arrived too was where all the drugs were stored. He cannot be very far. There were just a few seconds left before the Breaker got here. Jin-hyuk quickly entered the warehouse and moved to the innermost cab. ck! He put his body in a gap between cabs where he could fit [You have entered the special field ''Cab''!] [Stealth effect is activated.] In the psychiatric ward, there were ces where one could hide from the hunters. And this was one of them. He cannot hidepletely, but with a bit of luck, he can escape from their gaze. Um. Jin-hyuk, who was hiding, stopped breathing. one with the cab. One with the cab! I am the cab, and the cab is me! He was brainwashing himself and blended into the background perfectly. Even if ghosts came looking, they would not find him. And at that moment. Thud! Thud! The Breaker walked in front of the cab and looked for Jin-hyuk. I am the cab, so do not worry. No reason to be scared. There was no reason to get caught. But He could see Breakers red eyes through the crack in the cab. As their eyes met, Jin-hyuk tried to avoid the gaze. I must be imagining it. He must be seeing something else. The red eyes kept getting closer, and now he could even smell a rotten scent from the gap. Shit. It isnt working. His face heated up in embarrassment in this gloomy situation. Woong! Breaker was about to swing the hammer. At that moment. Jin-hyuk opened the cab door and went out. And Breaker stopped. This was a dy of fewer than 0.2 seconds that stopped the hunter when a yer entered or left a cab. Using that gap, Jin-hyuk opened the door to enter and exit. He would have been shattered down to his core if he didnt get the timing right. For Jin-hyuk, who had been through harder shit, this was easier than breathing. Kwaak! The angry Breaker screamed in a fury. [Breaker activates Lv11'' Breakthrough''!] Kwakwakwang! This time, the hammer smashed the entire cab. However, Jin-hyuks movements were faster. By the time the hammerpletely crushed the cab, Jin-hyuk had already opened the door and ran out. Throb! Throb! The more he moved, the more his heart ached. He had deliberately chosen this warehouse with many things in it to avoid the attacks from reaching him. If there was a riot situation like this, it meant he had to move fast. Just a little bit quicker. Or he would die. Jin-hyuk grunted as he widened the distance. At that moment. Sshh. Like a lie, Breaker stopped moving. He was kneeling with both hands holding the hammer in worship. At the same time, a cold chill struck Jin-hyuk, making goosebumps rise on his skin. Is it finally time? He thought he was going to die. Jin-hyuk looked back. Right. Indeed, you are a human being who is good to sacrifice. He could see the leader who led hundreds of fanatics. Being a prisoner wasnt a pleasant experience. Especially if they were going to be sacrificed. Ah, we are all going to die. We shouldnt havee to this damn ce. I shouldnt havee here! Because I was blinded by rewards I, I dont want to die. I didnt think I would die like this. The yers who had been taken prisoner were mumbling curses or had escaped to rosy dreams. With their abilities and skills sealed, they could not even fathom a way to escape, but Um. It has so much fungus around. But it isnt such a bad ce to stay. It would be perfect if I could get some ramen through here. Jin-hyukid down. Thanks to being taken in as a prisoner, all of his stamina and magic weakened due to the curse were being restored. It felt like his condition hadpletely recovered. Moreover, thanks to the people who dragged him in here, he didnt have to break through any of the gates and traps. The quest to eliminate the wicked people to obtain additional adaptive stat points was made easier. Why bother searching for the enemies? When all of them would be here? Just add some seasoning and prepare for the main course, the leader of the heretics. Its one of the most exciting things to break the back of those who are proud of themselves. With those thoughts, he found even this narrow and smelly prison to be lovely. At that moment. Shut it! If you make noise, you will be tied down immediately, killed, and then thrown to the monsters for food! The guard threatened them by hitting the cage. He was also wielding a bloody-looking torture device as a bonus. In an instant, the surroundings became as quiet as a dead mouse. It was natural. Because no one wanted to spend what little time they had left being tortured. Keep quiet and speak slowly. The guard bowed his head as the chaotic air subsided. Two people approached Jin-hyuks prison cell. One was the cold-faced leader, while the other was a person in a ck hood. This is our first time meeting in person, right, Kang Jin-hyuk? Who was this mana? Jin-hyuk frowned. It was the first time he had met someone with this kind of unique magic power. He could guess where the man was from. I thought things were quiet these days, but he is from the Demonic Human Association. Come to think of it, Melena, whom he had met on the 3rd floor, said their organizations purpose was to gather relics and resurrect the Demon King. On the 5th floor, the Demonic Association joined hands with the leader. They were bound to team up if they shared the same goal of resurrecting the Demon King. If youe into contact with the Towers boss, it means that he is fairly in a high position within the association Jin-hyuk stared at the man. A while male with a sharp impression. He had a ck beard and blue eyes. I wonder if he has skills as good as his looks. The Eye of Gluttony pierced the targets status window. But Tring! [Failed to read status window] [Lv14'' Mental Barrier'' is activated on the target.] A barrier that could block not only his vision but even observation using an Eye. That is why he showed his face. He was confident that nothing could happen. He was so confident because he hade prepared. However, it didnt matter. Jin-hyuk grabbed the white medicine he had kept in his pocket. As he applied force, it crumbled in his hand. [White medicine is used.] [Due to the potion''s effect, one of the stats can now be doubled.] [Duration is 10 minutes.] Of course, the stat to raise will be adaptive. He had originally prepared the white medicine as a tool to fight against the leader. As long as he got additional hidden quests, it was more efficient to just use them. The opportunity to meet directly with the high-ranking official of the Demonic Human Association didnte often. [Adaptive stat has been increased from 10 to 20.] [Lv4'' Eye of Gluttony'' sees through the target] And Jin-hyuks lips curled up. He didnt know if it was due to Elise or Pendariels significant level difference. No yer could stop him now. Name: Hosenveld Gender: Male Age: 41 Level: 38 Strength 19 Agility 25 Stamina 18 Magic 29 Embrace Thoughts 80 Stat Points: 0 Coins: 30,855 upation: Knight of Round Table Unique Ability: Guardian''s Realm Skills: Lv14 ''Mental Barrier'', Lv10 ''Sword of Condemnation'', Lv10 ''Britain''s Protection'', Lv9 ''Oath of Knight'' The status window appeared. Jin-hyuk gulped. Ah. This was more of a mess than he expected. Because the job of being a knight of Round Table could only be held by the top executives of the Demonic Human Association. In other words. The guy in front of him right now had the title of a Knight. Chapter 88: Sacrificial Ritual (2) Chapter 88: Sacrificial Ritual (2) Knights of the Round Table. These were the knights in the legend of King Arthur, each with their own unique abilities. Those abilities allowed them to reach the pinnacle of each field, such as magic, swordsmanship, illusion, or tanking. Among the 2nd job change yers, he has to be at the top. It wasnt for no reason that the demonic humans who were not affiliated with governments or guilds had such a strong influence. They had the ability and strength to do so. No one could mess with them recklessly. One of those knights is this man Jin-hyuk licked his lips. Just confirming this fact meant that he had gotten more valuepared to the cost of the pill he had used. Jin-hyuk was an all-rounder and didnt need the Guardians Ability, but he wanted this Mental Barrier skill. If I get this, it will be a key skill that can withstand against the gods and demon king in the future. However He would decide if it was worth getting once he checked the copy conditions. [Copy Conditions] 1. Find out your opponent''s name. 2. From now on, converse and act with Hosenveld as if you are a chunnibyou. If you meet these two conditions, you will be able to copy one of your opponent''s unique abilities or skills. This time, an unusual condition had appeared. Of course, considering the target, the extent to which the difficulty of the copy conditions could increase was understandable. But Damn it! What kind of madman is this person who manages the tower system? No. Seriously. At this point, he had suspicions that the copy condition was made by copying the penalty game from a night of drinking six bottles of soju. Jin-hyuk pressed his forehead. Why arent you saying anything? Hosenveld, who was watching this scene, asked him. Ah. Sorry, the ck me dragon on the left is running wild, so I am trying to calm him. Jin-hyuk grabbed his left hand with his right and pretended as if his right hand was trembling. His right hand was holding the left to prevent it from running wild. A moment of silence passed between them. It was as if all the time in the world had stopped. How many seconds had passed? Is this the one you spoke of? I cannot believe I was worried about him. The shocked Leader asked hispanion. It was the same with Hosenveld. this isnt funny. Are you talking like that when your life is at stake? Even Brahams Ring was cursing at him like crazy. Elise must have beenughing out loud inside. Right. This was ridiculous, so dont bother reminding him. The three people here were the only ones who could know this. Please. I am afraid he is out of his mind, so I will repeat it. Soon you will be offered as a live sacrifice. Hehe. Live this reminds me of the time five years ago. It was the first day my madness was revealed to the world. Jin-hyuk covered half his face with one hand. It would have been perfect if he had a ck cloak and red lenses on as well. Damn it. Doing this was making him get immersed. Having stopped his irrational behavior, he felt a sense of incongruity with the opponents appearance. No Was something prepared? The ck me dragon? The start of madness in the world? Was this man hiding some unique ability that he could use? Considering Jin-hyuks performance so far, it seemed usible. He is a person that shouldnt be underestimated. Because the opponent was a yer who made fun of the most elite people. Hosenveld raised his entire body to feel anything. But there was no feeling of magic being used. No doubt. All of this was nonsense. Shit Then why? What was this sticky feeling as if something was going to happen? Lets not be careless. Hosenveld struggled to make up his mind but decided to bring up the main topic. I know you are strong, but as long as your skills are sealed, you cannot survive that ritual. Hmm. Did youe here to say something like that? No, I didnt. I am just making the process easier. Hosenveld pulled out a ss bottle from the pocket, which had some liquid in it. What is that? A kind of anesthetic. It can save you from terrible pain which the ritual inflicts. The ritual of living sacrifices was notorious for being horrendous. It was only in human nature to want to diefortably. I dont think the pain will break my will, but if you give it to me Jin-hyuk stretched out his hand, thats right. It isnt for free. Hosenveld moved the vial a little bit away. Information about Unknown. I will hand it over to you if you give us that. Ah, it was down to this, the expected question. You seem to be curious about Unknown. Because we have to trample down any possible sprouts. What. Well. I can tell you. I dont need that anesthetic; instead, I have a question. Question? At those unexpected words, Hosenveled narrowed his eyes. His face clearly said he wasnt sure of this. We ask each other one question. Is that fair? Jin-hyuk asked. sure. Go and ask one. Your name and rank within the Demonic Human Association. Tell me that. You are asking useless questions. Why do you want to know when you will die? I have many questions about the association, and I am not someone who can hold my curiosity, ah! And, my magic eyes see through everything, so dont bother lying. Jin-hyuk deliberately narrowed his eyes. do not worry. I will not deceive you. Hosenveld nodded his head and then introduced himself. I am Hosenveld, one of the people of the Round Table. My knights name is Lancelot. Lancelot. A Knight of the Round Table, that was this guys name. Nice. The corner of Jin-hyuks lips went up. This achieved one of the two conditions. Did this solve your curiosity? Toughly. Then it is my turn now. Tell me about Unknown. This wasnt difficult. I will tell you this only once, so listen carefully. Unknown is He looked into his eyes and then said. Is a guy called Chun Yuseong. Chun Yuseong uh? Right. It is the guy you are thinking about. You guys tried to get rid of him and failed, right? Hosenveld shut his mouth. It had happened, and it all now made sense. The reason behind Unknonws strength. This was also his reason for being so hostile to them. Above all, there was also the fact that Kang Jin-hyuk also knew about Unknown. Since there was contact between the two of them, they should have realized this. Did you get what you wanted? The professor asked. Yes. Hosenveld nodded his head. Goodbye. Kang Jin-hyuk. I will never see you again. Finally, he turned away without regrets. And at that moment. Tring! [Condition met!] [Choose one of the abilities your opponent has.] A status window appeared indicating that the copy condition had been achieved. I seeded. Jin-hyuk had a satisfied smile on his face. Despite the shameful experience, the desired purpose was achieved. I will copy the Mental Barrier. [You sessfully copied the unique ability ''Mental Barrier (S)''!] [The copied skill is saved in ''Memory of the World''.] [Mental Barrier Acquisition Difficulty: S Description: As a skill that strengthens the mental system, it not just protects the security of your status window but also protects the caster from various types of mental attacks.] An S-ranked mental defense ability. Thinking about how he could use it was exhrating. At that moment. Let the sacrificese out. The ceremony will be held soon. The jailer gave orders to the guards. N-No! Please save us! I do not want to die here! I dont want to! The yers screamed in horror, but nothing changed. They cannot expectpassion from these fanatics. It is time to go. Finally, the time hase to make the final move on the final stage. Jin-hyuk looked around the cell. Found it. Compared to the other bricks, this one was darker. He then tapped the brick seven times with a dy of one second. Kung! A small space appeared on one side of the wall. It led to a gap leading to the sewer. Jin-hyuk carefully took out another pill he had and pushed it into the sewer. The red-colored pill rolled for a bit, and then Pop! Made a pleasant sound. Sacrificial Room. Therge space was as big as a colosseum and was filled with fanatics watching the ceremony. Kuaaal! Aack! Breaker was also there to serve as their executioner. Each time the ax smashed a yer, their bodies were cut in half. Die! Glory to God! Oh! More! More! We need more! The blood was turning the sand red. Nevertheless, the madness didnt die down. They wanted more blood. Even for just a moment to help them forget their craziness. Rumble! All the other yers had gone pale, and some even lost hope. Kuak! Ugh! Some were puking their guts out while some peed their pants. They were there to inevitably die. It is impossible to fight along with these yers. Jin-hyuk clicked his tongue, looking at the yers who had lost their will. It felt like a burden to even try and do something with them. But he couldnt me them either. Instead, the real scum here were the mad ones. A cold killing intent lingered in Jin-hyuks eyes. Really Ill handle it all without another thought. A hidden quest that asked him to kill the wicked in exchange for stats. He had wondered if he would be reluctant to take another persons life. It was utterly useless to worry. The stage was set up, and all the main actors were on set. Should I start it? Jin-hyuk pulled out a book he had hidden in his clothes. The Macedrian Book. He chose this for a reason among the many books in the library. Wheik! The cover moved as various runes spread out on its surface. An old dragon had struggled all of its life to find the loopholes in the worldsws. A book that contained the life of a dragon. [You have read the ck Dragon'' Macedrian''s Book.''] At the same time. [Sealed unique abilities are released] [The sealed skills are released.] [Duration: 0h:9m:59s] The shackles that restrained his power were released. Chapter 89: Sacrificial Ritual (3) Chapter 89: Sacrificial Ritual (3) Magic spread throughout his body. His heart was beating rapidly at this pleasant feeling. Right, this is the taste. It felt like running through a wild night. He couldnt understand how he endured not being able to feel this for the past few hours. Jin-hyuk clenched his fists. Nice! This was perfect. With all of his skills unsealed, he had nothing to fear. At that moment, the guards were busy taking down the other yers. At the same time. Kukuku! The door that led to both life and death opened. The smell was thick. The smell of blood mixed with sand pierced his nose. A total of seven Breakers were looking at the new offerings. Kuak! Oooh! Their red bodies were filled with excitement as they held weapons in their hand with the desire to tear down their targets. Grrr And in the center was a demon with numerous thorns on its body. A monster that strangely had a rtivelyrge size. Predator. A scavenger of the Tower that devoured its prey. Its mouth was dripping with saliva as it craved humans for food. Everyone, we need to run. Damn it. Where do we run to? We arepletely surrounded! Uh, mom There was nowhere to run. No matter how much they tried, they were surrounded by walls in all directions. Everyone took a step back in an attempt to live just a second longer. Step. And someone stepped forward. It was Jin-hyuk. What? Is he a fool? Puahah! He must want to die first. It has to be better to die first than tremble in fear. The fanatics wereughing at this sight. He was there with barely any weapons and no space to fight. But Huk! How? Although Jin-hyuk approached the Breakers, they didnt make any moves to attack him. No, they didnt even look at him as if he didnt exist. As expected, a useful skill. Jin-hyuk moved to the beast in the middle. Hazy Odor was usable three times a day and was now used once to disturb their senses. If he stacked the skill thrice, his whole presence would disappear. Usually, one should be enough. But it was different for the veterans. Theyd take a chance and will find many ways out. Like right now. Jin-hyuk, who had arrived at the center, knocked on the ground with his foot. Thud! Thud! His steps rang out. Right. [The red pill ''Red'' has been activated!] Kwakwakang! Arge stream of fire rose up through the arena. Taste my fireworks. It was a single pill that was activated by calcting the sewers location and water flow. There was no mistake as he had done it dozens of times. Kuak! Acl! The Breakers screamed as they were engulfed in mes. No matter how immortal they were, it would hurt when they burned. Why are you being like that? Dont like being burned? C-calm down! Representatives of God! The mad men tried to put out the mes on the Breakers bodies, but nothing worked. The Breakers couldnt see anything now and kept swinging their hammer. Kwang! Ack! Heads were being crushed like fruits. But [Involved in the death of a wicked being] [You have acquired 0.1 points of adaptive stat points] [Current Adaptive Stat: 10.1] An unexpected status window appeared. Oh? Jin-hyuk narrowed his eyes. So I get the stats even if I dont kill them myself? Would the condition be satisfied by just indirectly participating in it? This was amazing. On the other hand, the fanatics who saw this were shocked. W-what? A stream of fire! No way! Did he use skills? It makes no sense! Everything here is controlled by God! Godsw is everything here! As long as their abilities and skills were sealed, no one could use those evil abilities. Clearly, this human was cheating. However, their shock didnt end there as the most surprising thing was about to start. I am sorry, but I need to finish this within 10 minutes! To be precise, there were 8 minutes left. Jin-hyuk pulled out the Twin Dragon Swords. As Sword Grave was activated, ck energy began to move through the area. A ck crescent moon fell over the sky. Grrr? Even the thorned predator realized that something unusual was happening. At that moment sh! Without any pretense, his sword went out to take down his targets. One hit. The body of the predator, which was like a mountain, copsed. No time for even a scream. Only blood flowed out. The run is over now. No matter how powerful they were, it was only applicable when the yers abilities were sealed. All the opponents here were at the level of a named monster on the 1st floor. It meant that they wouldnt even be proper opponents. When the beast they believed in died, the air changed. Eik! H-he is a monster! How can a human! Rxation turned to madness. Those who watched the ughter from above now had to flee to escape their own deaths. Of course, Jin-hyuk wouldnt just stand around to watch. This isnt nice. Was your life this precious to you? Jin-hyuk smiled coldly and took out thest pill. [Used the ck pill ''Dark''.] [A ck wall of 200 meters spreads around the caster!] A ck wall covered the entire ce. A ce where they praised their God. It was now suddenly transformed into a ce that might be their graves. Hmm Jin-hyuk frowned. Now all that was left was toplete the hidden quest, but one thing kept running through his mind. It wasnt about killing because these people enjoyed the death of others. But Finding them all would take too long if so many people ran and hid. I need to use a more effective method. It was confirmed by the system that he didnt have to kill them directly. Just being involved was enough. Then Here. Jin-hyuk called over the yers who were crouching down. Uh. Yes? You mean us? Why are you there? Dont you want to go home? The beast was already dead, you idiots. No reason to be worried about being eaten. W-we can go home? Really? Sure. Get up. Jin-hyuk smiled. Right. Wow! We are saved! Cheers rang out from the yers. The emotions that they had been holding back exploded, but There was still a massive mountain in front of them. But can you just leave? As long as there are fanatics on the 5th floor, will we meet the same thing again? At Jin-hyuks words, their rxed expressions became stiff again. Ah! T-that They really wanted to forget it. Everyone went stiff at the thought of meeting these mad people again. Then what do we do? What could you do? We need to get rid of them. Jin-hyuk tore something out of the beasts body. Crack! A bone from its back, sharp and shining. This would be enough to be used as a weapon. Up there, there are those who have locked you up. Jin-hyuk pointed to the audience. The people who had been cheering for the yers to be massacred. Before you get caught again in such a ce, give them back what you suffered. Either kill. Or die. Those were their only two options. Of course, there was only one choice they could make. Akkkk! I I will kill them! Never will I be locked in this damned ce! Fucking shithole! The frightened animals transformed into wild beasts. They ran into the audience with their new weapons in hand. W-wait! Stop them! The guards tried to stop them, but the difference was too much. The yers ignored them and climbed into the stands. Besides, the yers had weapons, so things would get sorted. And the fanatics will be wiped out. For him! Ackkk! Ahhhh! The basement was soon filled with desperate screams. It was as if a war was happening. Vengeance was always cruel. But why? Even in this blood-stained scene He couldnt feel sympathy. Instead, it felt refreshing as they were reaping what they had sowed. Above all, this excited him. [Involved in the death of a wicked being] [You have acquired 0.1 points of adaptive stat points] [Current Adaptive Stat: 32.9] The points kept rising even if he was just standing still. It continued to grow. He was at 33 points already. It was so lovely to have faithful workers. Jin-hyuk was smiling. I have to move before they get to the professor. He was likely to be in a deeper cepared to the others, so it was a matter of time before something happened. He would need to finish the final goal. In the end, the yers killed the fanatics who lost their actual path. There were some people in the same ce as Jin-hyuk. The ones who had run away using the vent and left Jin-hyuk. I cannot see the ck woman and Asian woman. Only the white man and white woman were there. What happened to those two? So disgusting. Jin-hyuk sighed. They were startled. The two then looked at him. We are only guilty of what they told us to do! R-right! We couldnt! They spoke out in defense of their actions. Shit! Do you think we liked it? If we didnt kill them, we would have died! It was an extreme situation for us! You dont get a say in someone elses life! Just as he thought. They were yelling loudly. Of course, they could have killed them either by their own intent or through being forced. I understand what is going on. It isnt wrong to say that it is an unavoidable situation. Could they be forgiven for killing someone else for their own safety? Well. It was perhaps not the right moral or legal action, but discussing that here was no use. Because everyone had their own thoughts. Above all, now wasnt a time to be morally right. But it isnt me who decides whether to save you or not. A voice that could not be mistaken. Puak! A hole was punched through the heart of the yers in front of him. Kuack! [You have killed the wicked being.] [You have acquired 0.1 points of adaptive stat points] [Current Adaptive Stat: 33.0] The system said it. These ones are evil too. And that was it. No hard feelings, guys. This was sincere Prrr! The Twin Dragon Swords began to shine fiercely. Chapter 90: Path Of Choice (1) Chapter 90: Path Of Choice (1) Jin-hyuk, who dealt with the yers instantly, retrieved his swords. The rest of them will be taken care of by the yers. As long as the Breakers were gone, there was nothing these mad men could do. At best, theyd only be able to fight back using a de. Now all that was left was to deal with the professor. Then, I just need one person to guide me. He could visit by himself, but there was a fear of dy since the professor could be hiding anywhere. And I dont want to take those chances. The answer he wanted required him to get out of this ce first. Jin-hyuk looked around. Oh! Finally, there was one thing that caught his eye. That one. The one who can guide him. A person who was not a fanatic to the core. A hard-to-find talent. Right, I choose you. Jin-hyuk quickly flew over and subdued the target in an instant. Since the person was too preupied with running away, they were caught off guard. S-sorry! S-save me! Please I dont want to A girl with short hair. This is. He lightly pressed down on her shoulder. Anyone who heard her would think he was trying to cut her arm off or something. Calm down. If you stay calm, I wont kill you. Really? If I was going to kill you, I wouldnt even be talking to you. He spoke the words with no emotions. However, those words felt more persuasive for this girl than anything else. Considering his skills, as Jin-hyuk said, there would be no need to exin things using words. Instead, if you lie or y tricks, you are done. Her role would be as a guide. Yes, I understand. The girl nodded her head. Do you know where the professor is? Yes. At least she seemed useful. There were so many ces where he could hide, but he could narrow it down with her. Name? Andrea. I am Andrea. Nice. Andrea, you guide me to where he is, and then I guarantee your life. [Lv4'' Stigma of the Soul'' is activated.] Because I dont like promises made with words. Wheik! Jin-hyuks finger shone red as Andrea shook her head. I promise. With this, their contract was made. An unfair contract where betrayal means burning to death. Jin-hyuk crossed the dark passage that Andrea led him into. We are moving to the 12th stone chamber. He thought she would take him to a strange ce, but it didnt seem like it. He probably would have chosen somewhere between the 7th and 12th chambers without Andrea. At that moment. He suddenly thought. Why did this cowardly girl join these fanatics? Do you believe in that God? A demon king who demanded blood and sacrifice? A cultist who existed on the 5th floor? Without faith that overcame that blindness, then she couldnt be here. But the answer he got was different from what he expected. No. I I believe there is no such thing as God in the world. If there is God, such a hellish ce shouldnt exist. Then why are you following the professor? It wasnt my choice. I was sold. Sold? Yes. Abandoned. From the family that I trusted the most. Andrea mumbled with dead eyes. That is why you are here. The ces on the 5th floor were the mines, the diator arena, and the psychiatric ward. All of them were poor ces to live in. So it wasnt umon to throw away kids for a few pennies. Jin-hyuk bit his lip. Now this feels like a sad story. The system had said. Kill the wicked and get 0.1 points. If so, would the one who sold such a kid also be wicked? There was only one way to know the answer. But Jin-hyuk didnt continue thinking about it. Things like this wont give you muchfort. But I am just like you. As soon as I was born, I was abandoned in an orphanage to grow up alone. He grew up in loneliness and despair. He had to learn everything at an early age. But nothing will change if you me your parents, the world, or yourself. Instead, do what you can do at the moment. He hadnt been very talented as a BJ. But at least he didnt force the viewers to support him by using his property. He took what was given for his effort and used that. Of course, your situation is a lot darker than mine. I apologize if I said something out of line. He knew that their situations werent exactly the same. So. I will kill the professor and destroy this cult. No one will try to kill you again. So stop making faces like youve lost your world because even I am feeling depressed. Andreas eyes shook. It was as if she wasnt expecting this. Why are you looking at me like that for? No. Thank you for saying that. But, the professor I think he is a lot stronger than you. And he uses strange powers. I know. Uh? The power of the professor. How can I not know if I want to take him down? Jin-hyuk smiled a very light smile. But why? Ba-dump! Andreas heart began to beat quickly. It was as if she could see a small light at the end of the dark road she had walked all her life. A small me lit up in the broken heart of this girl who had struggled with despair. The two didnt talk after that,mitted they were to their roles. How long was it? The ce they arrived at was behind a firmly shut ck iron gate. Here. Andrea said as they arrived. Thanks, you did well. Jin-hyuk nodded and looked at the gate blocking the entrance. The surface of the gate had runes drawn upon it with blood. A way to maintain the barrier. It was something that seemed to mock anyone who thought they could enter. Interesting. Jin-hyuk reached out to the gate and, at that moment Kukuku! The thick iron gates opened. [You have entered the ''Path of Choice''.] [There are two contestants.] A room full of rusty keys. The first gateway to the Path of Choice. H-here is Andrea looked around in shock at the change of scenario from the outside. Dont worry, and be still. He reassured her. It was then. Chhh! A doll with a white mask appeared on the screen. It had quite an unusual pattern drawn on its cheeks with red lipstick. It looked like its next line of dialogue would be, Do you want to y a game? [Congrattions oning here. I am called Valsetter, who serves the professor and is often referred to as ''Moderator''] Uh? What is with these smelly feet? [Eik! It isn''t smelly feet but Valsetter (a pun on the name)!] Somehow, the more it spoke, the weirder it felt. It is a hard name to remember, so I will call you smelly feet. Jin-hyuk scratched his head. [Ugh. I will make you regret what you said. Do you know why this ce is called the Path of Choice? This is because you can only go to the next level by choosing between life and death! Because of your impudent behavior, I will make sure that your bones are buried here!] Ahem. Jin-hyuk let out a long yawn. No, for real. Why do these people keep babbling despite having minor roles? Only newbies would listen to the babbling of idiots with the thought of gleaning information from it. But Jin-hyuk wasnt new. [Enough! Enough! Now let''s start the game. The key is hidden in this room. The time limit is 5 minutes. If you don''t find the key to open the door inside, you will be crushed by the walls!] Kukuku! The walls around them began to suddenly move. A screen also appeared with a timer. The walls began to narrow down their space without pause. If the key wasnt found, only gruesome death awaited them. However, finding the real key in a pile of so many wasnt easy either. [Hahaha! Come down and beg me if you want to get a hint on how the real key can be found.] Smelly Feet was happy. But Here you go. Jin-hyuk picked one key from the pile. [Don''t make meugh. Just picking anything up] ck! The door opened. [H-How?] Smelly Feets eyes became wide. Calm your face, girl. A rough guess. [W-what? A guess out of so many? Do you expect me to believe it?] Dont believe it if you dont want to. While the bewildered Smelly Feet was having a hard time, Jin-hyuk and Andrea went through the second gate. This time it was a room full of clear ss syringes. At that moment. Push! White smoke came from the walls and filled the room. [Fufu. The smoke you inhaled was a poison that would melt your body in no time.] Smelly Feet was back to her normal attitude. P-poison? Andreas face became pale. She just said it. On the other hand, Jin-hyuk didnt care. [There are various medicines in the syringe. One will give you a chance to live, but the others have strong poison. So decide your life and death here.] Thirty syringes. Only one of them was an antidote, and the rest were all poisons that would lead to their death. [If you want a hint!] Dont need it. Without hesitation, Jin-hyuk picked up one syringe and put it in his arm. Puak! The liquid was pushed into the body. [Yah! Choose after listening to some hints!] In the end, Smelly Feet, who couldnt hold back their frustration, yelled. Chapter 91: Path Of Choice (2) Chapter 91: Path Of Choice (2) Inject what is left. What we just inhaled was poison gas. Without this, well die.. Jin-hyuk handed Andrea the half-full syringe. Uh? Yes, yes. Andrea took the syringe with wide eyes and carefully injected it into her arm. I-it cannot be It really was the antidote. Her body had begun to feel itchy little by little, but the sensation washed away as soon as she injected the syringe. Andrea looked at Jin-hyuk with keen eyes. what kind of person is he? At first, she had thought of him as terrifying since he had killed the agents of gods and their followers with overwhelming power. However, as they talked, that fear disappeared and was reced with curiosity. Curiosity to find out more about the other person. Moreover This isnt just about being strong. Andrea had heard rumors about the Path of Choice. None who had entered it hade out alive. They had simply died due to the overabundance of choice. Yet this man had broken through two gates instantly with a smile. It was all so fast that she didnt know what was happening. There was a force of a different degree as well as a sense of freedom that he refused to give up. He also could bring out the result he wanted from information he seemed to already know. It was hard to believe despite being a witness to it. If it is this person Perhaps he could really kill the professor and put an end to the hellish life here. What are you doing? We need to move. Uh? Yes! Andrea nodded right away. Kukung! And the third gate opened. This room was rtively simplepared to the previous ones. A chair was in the center of the room with a ck level ahead of it. Finally, a pipe extended to a lever. [Phew, the third gate is] Smelly Feet began their exnation with a voice thatcked strength or motivation. Cheer up. [What?] The best on the 5th floor is Smellyah, no, you, the manager. Dont be too depressed and exin it to us. This time I will make my choice after listening to the hints. Even the monsters of the Tower would be concerned about their actions. Wasnt this the direction that a veteran would pursue? Jin-hyuk nodded. Of course, Smelly Feet was important since it felt that things were falling apart. [Nice. The third gate is called ''Self Sacrifice''. As you can see, one person must sit on the chair and pull the lever for the door to open.] We just have to sit down and pull the lever? Andrea fell in love with those simpler-than-expected conditions. [Before you rush to do this, remember one thing. When you pull the lever, mes will rise from the pipe right in front of you. The hand which pulls the level will burn.] Due to the restraints on the chair, there was no way to avoid the mes. A gate that opened for those that chose to burn themselves. A gate that suited the name of Self Sacrifice. No Andrea was startled as she realized that she would not leave this room. At that moment. p! p! Oh! Self Sacrifice! Such a cool word. Now, what is the hint? Jin-hyuk pped his hands. [You you don''t have to sacrifice yourself. You should have noticed what I meant if it were you, right?] So, if I dont want to get hurt, I can force someone else to sit in there and pull the lever, right? [Exactly.] Although it was called Self Sacrifice on the surface of it, the structure of the room was easily escapable if you simply brought another person. Flinch. Andrea flinched at these words. If one of them had to die, then she was the one who would be forced to do it. However, Jin-hyuk moved ahead, sat on the chair without thought, ced on the restraints, and then touched the lever. [What? Are you willing to sacrifice yourself? I didn''t see you as that kind. Quite surprising.] Uh? What sacrifice? Jin-hyuks magic book still had three minutes left on its effective timer. In other words, he could still use his skills. [Lv8 cier Formation is activated!] The cold air from Jin-hyuks fingers froze the entire fire pipe. ck! And then he pulled the lever. Kukuku! The gate began to open with violent vibrations. Naturally, the fire which should have burned him didnte. [] Smelly Feet was at a loss for words. If someone who didnt know the situation saw this, they would have thought that the image on the screen was frozen. S-sorry. Andrea nodded apologetically to Smelly Feet and moved to the next gate. Jin-hyuk clicked his tongue. He should have dealt with the opponent more by covering up the fact that he could use his skills. We are bound to meet for sure. Still, dont be too frustrated about the loss of your test. Just as the sun rose and set, this oue was foreordained. There were a total of seven tests in the Path of Choice. However, the 4th and 5th tests were easily passed. It was absurd. Isnt there anything fresher than this concept? Something to make my heart pound loudly and force me to sweat? Jin-hyuk wasnt hiding his boredom. It was good to clear it quickly, but perhaps he wanted a bit more stimtion? The DNA of a veteran who had drenched himself in impossible hurdles wanted hell. This is a bad habit which has to be fixed What else could he do? This was an instinct he had built for 11 years. [More than now what do you mean? That] Why? You dont have anymore? This passage designed by a Named of the 5th floor couldnt be this easy, right? Jin-hyuk tilted his head and asked the question. Before pping his hand as if he had realized something. Ah! Have you deliberately ced such easy ones to distract us? [R-right. The 6th gate is a masterpiece of mine!] Smelly feet proimed. Three secondster, the 6th gate was opened in record time. [] The awkward silence lingered for a short while. [Fuck.] Smelly Feet cursed out loud. This was Jin-hyuk scratched his head. In the end, I made him angry. Looking at the Tower of Trials as a whole, such a test would nevere again, and Jin-hyuk had looked forward to this. If this video goes up, how many views will I get? Jin-hyuk smiled. He didnt know, but for the time being, he was confident that the top yer spot in the Hall of Fame had been decided. At that moment. The imaginary barrier that had created the Path of Choice began to crumble. Kukuku Finally, the game was about to start. [You have entered the professor''s hideout.] The entirendscape had changed. It was a stone chamber filled with bizarre statues and blood-stained symbols. In the center, the professor was engaged in unholy acts with what looked like a corpse. Yah. I thought a professor would be reciting a sermon, but you were practicing anatomy? Was he a science student? Seeing that the professor was doing this, he must have been epted to a medical school and studied hard as a student. In a way, he might be like Chun Yuseong. It cannot be Valsetter was broken? Dont be too rude to that person. Despite being timid, Smelly Feet is a good friend of mine. Jin-hyuk said in reply. As expected, what he said is true. He said we shouldnt be careless when ites to you. I know what he means now. The professor seemed a bit shocked at this. The Jin-hyuk who had spoken nonsense in prison was someone he wouldnt consider a potential enemy. He had no doubt that he would have been crushed to pieces and sacrificed, but Everything had gone contrary to his expectations. But, Lancelot, no, I dont see Hosenveld. That person left a while back. Left Well, it seemed that was the case. Anyway, he is a smart one. Smart? What do you mean? He must have known that he would die if he stayed here, so noticing it, he ran away first. Well, look at that. Kuahaha! That is interesting. You put too much worth on yourself. The professorughed loudly, but his smile disappeared a momentter. I dont know what you did, but you broke the rules of the Tower and used your unique abilities and skills. To be honest, I was surprised. I didnt think a human could defy such an absolute order. I am quite good at such things. To be precise, he didnt start out good, but he got good with time. It was always said that you had to hide 30% of your skills to win, so Jin-hyuk only slightly praised himself. I look forward to seeing how far you can act with this confidence. I also look forward to how desperate your screams will beter. The professor reached out to the table next to him towards a ck jar. Are you going to use a divine relic? ! At Jin-hyuks words, his hands stopped. This time he was really shocked. Divinerelic? You know about it? Something like that. He had made a collection of relics in the past, so it would be a lie if he said he didnt know about it. However, he admitted that collecting them had been quite tricky. Some of them were very hard to get. you are really a shocking person. The professor spoke with shock and astonishment. Of course, that sentiment didntst long. Because the words that followed were apanied by killing intent. But if you know about the relics, then you must know their power. A cursed relic used in the Demon Kings resurrection had enormous magic. In particr, the Filth Eating Jar in front of him was a Blue grade relic among the seven colors. The cooldown of it is really long. Do you want to use that to catch me? I dont think I will meet anyone as annoying as you. Rather than having a clumsy fight, I n to use something which can bring me certain victory. Umm. It was hard to deny the professors intelligence. At that moment. [The divine relic ''Filth Eating Jar'' is activated!] Cursed energy erupted from the jar. A ck wave that would take down everything in front of it. The energy flowed like a wave towards Jin-hyuk alone. Kwakwakwang! It had the ability to kill anything with just a single order. Jin-hyuk made some distance quickly, but this wasnt something that could be avoided in the first ce. And just like that. Puak! The wave passed through Jin-hyuks chest. Choke. ck blood flowed from his mouth. The pain was so terrible that it could make him lose consciousness. Kuak Ack! As his lungs were hit, his voice could barely escape. No! Andrea screamed at this sight. And Die for the arrogance you showed. Human. The professor smiled slyly as he beheld the human who now had a hole in his body. This was the end. Jin-hyuk lost consciousness, and his body copsed. [Due to the death of the target who received the ''Demon King''s Curse'', the ''Corrupting Heart'' vanishes] A message that confirmed that the target was dead. And A unique ability was triggered. [Target is dead] [The condition has been met.] [Unique ability ''Blessing of the Stars'' is activated!] Beyond the covered ceiling was a night sky that could not be seen on the 5th floor. Woong! And a light which contained the energy of the stars poured in. At the same time. His heart began to beat again. Chapter 92: Filth Eating Jar Chapter 92: Filth Eating Jar W-what is this The professor staggered backward. You died. You are alive. You should be dead. He was obviously dead. Andrea was also shocked. On the other hand, Jin-hyuk kept touching his shoulders and waist. Ugh. I was halfway through the Styx river and back. He could even see the flower garden and amazing beauties that asked him to cross over. For a moment, he almost even followed their request. It was a shame that the song was from Ancient Greece. It would have been more exciting if they were singing trot. The curse of the Demon King has disappeared with this. Jin-hyuk nodded his head, feeling satisfied. From the first meeting with the Demon King to receiving the hidden quest. From making the professor use his relic while at the same time waiting for the Blessing of the Stars to revive him to lift the Demon Kings curse. Everything went as nned. The casting time of the magic book worked right. He could no longer use his unique abilities and skills now. But it didnt matter. He had suddenly lost his strength because of the professors relic. Like aplete scarecrow being hit. The master of the diator arena was adept at using various weapons. The master of the mine was incredibly strong, whereas the professor used a powerful magic relic, but Since the relic was used, its magic was now used up for the moment, so there was no concern about how the rest of this would go. You bastard! Just who the hell are! The professor couldnt even finish his angry words. Why? Is this the first time you saw someone die ande back? Of course! What kind of professor doesnt ept a resurrection? Shouldnt you, of all people, be trusting in this more than me? If they believed this, he would consider them even more insane, but they would survive longer too. Besides, what if he respawned and could suddenly shootsers from his eyes? Wouldnt that be interesting? Dont talk shit! The professor cursed as he picked up a surgical knife from the table. This meant he wasnt going to just lie down. You will regret it. Jin-hyuk smiled and lowered his form. Srng! A red dagger appeared in his right hand. Kang! The surgical knife and dagger crossed paths. Jin-hyuk, who deflected the professors attack that was aimed at his heart, countered by aiming for his thigh. Puak! On target! The dagger went in quite deep. Kwak! The professor screamed in pain. He had said that Jin-hyuk would regret this. When this person who held the weight from the back line came forward, victory and defeat were decided. No, just one more thing. The professor still had a way to turn this situation around. Of course. Even though that is what I want. Jin-hyuk looked at the jar and the professor. Wasnt now the time to gamble? If he continued like this, then he would die. The professor would know this better than other people, right? Jin-hyuk continued to provoke the opponent, pushing him into the corner little by little. Now the opponent has to choose whether he will die Damn it. In the end, the professor made a decision [5th-floor professor activates Lv10'' Sacrifice''!] Something that resembled the shape of a human hand protruded out from the professors chest. It had an eerie appearance and was made of smoke. If I dont have enough magic all I need to do is supplement it! Right. A method to replenish the relics magic by sacrificing his own followers. The professors hidden card. Swish! The hand flew towards Andrea. Reacting to this was difficult for her, who had never fought before. Ah? Andrea looked down at her chest with trembling eyes. Ba-dump! Ba-dump! She saw a hand holding her heart. And the smoke grew thicker. Give up your powers, you humble servant! No matter how small her magic was, it would be a nice variable in this situation. But Petria de Ame. The moment the skill began to absorb her magic. Peteria de Amerois. Theo pa Verisio. Another familiar voice intervened. It was Jin-hyuk. !? The professor turned his head. He was so surprised that he bit his tongue in shock. H-how do you know the runes Those ancient runes are basic. Doesnt everyone speak at least threenguages these days? What was more difficult was to predict which of the many spells woulde out of the opponents mouth. From the professors point of view, there was no time to think about it. Kukuku! From this moment, the price needed to be paid. Kukukuku! The Filth Eating Jar began to vibrate violently. It would eat the target following the casters orders. Eik! The professor turned around. Unlike before, he decided that running away was the right choice now. However, the ck hands from the jar were much quicker. Kwakwang! The hands tightly gripped the professors body. Head, cheeks, waist, shoulders, and finally, his legs. It was a perfect capture. N-No! no! The professor struggled against the hands. He scratched the floors with his nails and kicked a desk against the floor with his feet. He tried everything to escape the grasp of the ck hands. Of course, it was all futile. Just holding on to something didnt mean the target wouldnt get devoured. Kakakak! Ten nail marks were left on the stone floor until the very end. Ackkk! The body of the professor waspletely swallowed into the jar. Crack! Crack! Crush! The sounds that came out were the horrifying sounds of bones being crushed. The man who had once led a multitude of followers and lived as the Demon Kings right hand had now met his tragic end. No, it was probably too easy of a deathpared to burning to death. The scenested less than 30 seconds. Jin-hyuk looked at the professor with cold eyes. Then he turned his head as if remembering something. There was Andrea, who was almost half-dead. I.I did you get him? Do you know what I need? T-that Andrea opened her eyes and touched her body. Her face was more curious about her survival rather than happy about living. Rather, dont you feel more strange? Isnt your body lighter than usual? Full of power? Uh? Ah,e to think What is this? It is like waking up from a good nights sleep. As I thought, it worked like this. The professor was dead. However, the message that showed that the 5th floor had been conquered didnt appear yet. Well, that was obvious. Because the head of the psychiatric ward wasnt dead yet. As the professor dies during the activation of the sacrificial ritual, the holy relic chooses a new master. In other words. The wards new boss would be Andrea. The time hase for her to be aware of it too. As he thought that. Ah! A short sight escaped from Andreas mouth. She realized what the vitality and power she was feeling were. The session effect. It was the moment when the new master was born. And The master Will obey me alone. Jin-hyuk smiled. All the other yers might think killing the boss was the only way to conquer the floor. I am different. Veterans do not seek the normal. They didnt care about the conditions if it meant better benefits and simtion. That was the way veterans climbed. That was how they could see the top of the tower. Before this, you were betrayed by your most precious people and abandoned here. That is correct. Now those times are over for you. At least on the 5th floor, no one else would be rude to you. She was no longer a measly child believer but the ruler and master of the floor with magic and subordinates under hermand. This is where Andrea would live in the future. So, from now on, live with a smile. Thank you. Really Andreas eyes welled up with tears. It seemed the sorrow and the pain she had kept holding inside were bursting out. She was already in a situation where she couldnt betray Jin-hyuk due to the stigma on her. Well. Even if that didnt exist, Andrea would never betray the man who gave her freedom. Still, he had something else to do. I dont really like being thanked Jin-hyuk mumbled his words as if waiting for something. Right. Andrea wiped her tears with her sleeve and turned to Jin-hyuk. It was decided. How she would live in the future. My name is Andrea. I am the master of this ward. Andrea politely knelt down on one knee. All the beings on this ward, including me, will follow you and do what you need. Even if the request is against the rulers of the upper floors. And she bowed with sincerity. [The boss monster ''Andrea'' in the ''Psychiatric Ward'' on the 5th floor swears allegiance.] [The Mine and diator Arena have been released] [The 6th Floor of the Tower of Trials is open!] [Time remaining until clearing the next floor: 89D 23h:59m:59s] [Level has risen] [Level has risen] [Level has risen] His level rose as the next floor opened with a series of status windows. Having the power of the 5th floor in my hand will be useful in the future. Considering the future, assistance from the lower floors was one of the tasks he needed to fulfill. Jin-hyuk looked down. Towards the rewards. [You are the first to receive the loyalty of a boss monster] [You have acquired the special item ''Mirror that breaks down boundaries (Overrank)''] This Jin-hyuk frowned at the unexpectedly massive reward that had arrived. The 5th floor was cleared. The world had reason to cheer again. And again, the main character of this achievement was the Korean ranker, Kang Jin-hyuk. -Takoyaki: Seriously, shouldn''t the president of each nation give the guy something at this point? -ck me dragon on the right hand: No. At this point, they should just hand down their presidential seats to him. What good will any title or reward do for him? Will he cook food with it? -IndexTM: I am dying to see the attack video. I am curious to see how he cleared it though I know it will be edited. In this hot atmosphere, the video everyone wanted had appeared! [Escaping right in front of the manager] The provocative title. And the video yed. Jin-hyuk had taken the Path of Choice, a ce that was notorious for its tight time requirements and difficulty. But in front of a veteran, it was as if it didnt matter. Kang Jin-hyuk broke through the gates instantly without even needing to listen. It was unbelievable. It was absurd. Eventually, even the Paths manager lost it. Instead of anger, there was doubt. -Index: Ah hahahaha! Isn''t he supposed to be an admin? -VeteranIdentification: Wow, how much does he have to know to go through it like that. -Tissue paper on the desk: Seeing the other veterans who can''t seem to do anything, doesn''t it feel like he is the only person who can get results? -SaeYoungEonHwan: Well, Kang Jin-hyuk must be attempting this for the second time, but he was too overpowered. -Woojin Choi: I am one of the yers who survived in that ward. I thought there was no answer other than to die there, but thanks to yer Kang Jin-hyuk we were able to live. Thank god. The explosive reaction didnt stop until night arrived. At the same time, a meme began to spread on the inte. There was a veteran who stood at the top of the yers. There was oil and fossilized stagnant water. Lastly, there was Jin-hyuk, who watched it all. Chapter 93: The Daily Life Chapter 93: The Daily Life A lonely room without a single thing. Shown on the TV was a video that showed the 5th-floor attack as well as a story about Kang Jin-hyuk. Him again? Chun Yuseong, who was on the bed, mumbled to himself. His words containedplex emotions and many different meanings. One was of frustration that he couldnt narrow the gap with his opponent. The other was a sense of shame at the fact that his rival was able to mimic his sword technique. In order to fight the opponent I want to ovee the most, I need to learn the skills of the opponent A type of contradiction. He didnt want to win that way, but no matter how much he thought, he would never be able to close that gap without acting like his rival. And he reached a conclusion. In order to win, he had to throw away his pride. Shh. He moved the dishes on the table. Chicken, pizza, cream prawns, and sheep skin with two bottles of soju. All the things Jin-hyuk prepared for mukbangs in the past. And on the tablet, Jin-hyuks old videos were yed. [Hello! Hyungs! Today''s content is Legend of Legend! I will show you the 1.5 pentakill shooting in the proper manner. Uh? Insane? If you are confident, just shoot anywhere. Maybe even pull poison mushrooms from the nose.] His lifestyle, habits, and behavior. He needed to imitate everything he showed, from games to content. It wasnt too difficult for Chun Yuseong, a medical student, to design an efficient learning process. Is Teemo the key to this? [Hahahahah! Don''t ignore the scouts'' discipline! Captain Teemo!] Teemo. Teemo Chun Yuseong grabbed his pen and scribbled something in a notebook. He then underlined it with a yellow highlighter and added a star. Certainly I will win. Chun Yuseong took a bite of the chicken and fell back to watch the video. How many hours had passed? Ding! Dong! The doorbell rang. Ding dong! Ding dong! Chun Yuseong tried to ignore it as a visitor wasnt important to him. But When the entire door was cut down, he couldnt help but turn. ck! It was a sword attack with high speed that left an iron piece that had been cut glowing red hot. And in between them. Haha. Excuse me. A blonde foreigner with a smirk on his face. Who are you? I actually have a different name, but you can call me Gawain. Ga wain? Yes. We usually call ourselves that way. Gawain shrugged his shoulders and scanned the ce where Chun Yuseong lived. Hmm. This is a bit surprising. Isnt this too small and narrow for a yer like Unknown? I wasnt expecting a 5-star hotel, but I thought at least the ce could be ssy. Unknown? He suddenly pops into my ce and calls me Unknown? At Gawains words, Chun Yuseong tilted his head. No way! He realized there was only one person who could y such a prank. Kang Jin-hyuk, I will kill you! Chun Yuseong couldnt finish his words. Hm. This isnt the time for you to be looking for someone else, though? This was because the opponent had already pulled out a sharp sword and was approaching him. At the same time. Jin-hyuk was in front of a department store and was scratching his ear. Weird. Why are my ears so itchy? It was like a tiny worm was moving inside. Isnt that because someone is cursing you? Elise, who was next to him, said those words as if it was obvious. Who? Who will swear at me who is known to be kind and sincere? Tch. I have never seen someone as poisonous as you, even among vampires. Look at this? He thought they were a good pair. Shall I just put you back? Do you think the long-awaited break would be more appropriate to be cut down to a dungeon stay? At Jin-hyuks threat, Elise spoke back sharply Ah! Why do you act so sensitive! Me? These are two of my favorite idioms. One is to think about the changing situation and speak. It means to think about the feelings and the conditions of others. Y-You should be the one doing that! You are the one who never thinks about others! Hm! That did make a bit of sense. It wasnt as if she had lived alone for tens of thousands of years. But it didnt matter. The next one is romance is when I do it, and an affair is when another does it. It means that all of the right rules apply to me alone. That isnt even an idiom! Then maybe youre mature enough to make your own. Was it a ng term, then? If the majority admired and empathized with them, they were good words. 100 years from now, people will confidently put this term into the civil service exam. But, this is the prize I got. You shouldnt be threatening me with this In return for Elises asional sharing of information with Andrea, Jin-hyuk promised Elise a cultural life in Seoul. How the boss lived. The bosss daily routine. And the voice modtion. Elise was teaching her a type of Introduction to Boss Studies. Ill take a special look after you, so stop it. It is a headache because the number of employees to manage keeps increasing. He should also contact Kim Hee-wong, whom he entrusted with the ck Crow Guild. He had left the task to the guy as he had to climb the tower and level up, but he should also check to see how it was being run. Didnt you say we can shop as we please? Yes. We, Elise, lets get to what we want? Jin-hyuk didnt think he would regret it too much right? After a bit of time. Elise, who had entered the store, began running around to relieve her umted stress. Give them all. All? The staff was shocked. I mean to buy everything in this store. Ugh Jin-hyuk was about to yell at her but barely managed to hold back. Seriously, what did this bat girl think about money? It felt like she thought money was as abundant as air. Customer. I am sorry, but I always get what I want. Whatever or whoever it is. Elise waved her hand lightly, and a golden haze appeared behind her as she opened her subspace inventory. Crik! Diamond poured down on the ss shelf as everyones attention was drawn to it. Ugh? The employees all looked shocked. They couldnt help it! The rise of the Tower of Trials and the economic crisis had caused their sales to plummet. It was painful to spend millions of won to satisfy small bills and cate those who shouted at them. And sometimes, people with a VVIP attitudee around to trample them further. Promotion? Bonus? They werent a problem. We need to catch this customer. And just like that. A new god who would be talked about by the store had descended. W-wait a minute! Mama manager! I will call for them right now! And the employee quickly ran off somewhere. On the other hand, Jin-hyuk touched his forehead. If Korea goes bankrupt, it is probably because they cannot afford the intion caused by you. When he saw Zimbabwe or Venezu, he thought it was pitiful. His eyes reddened when he saw the money being pulled out like water. Well. Now that hed seen it, he felt he should monitor her. She was a catastrophe that could cause national intion. Dont worry, I dont know what intion is, but if that is a problem, I will buy it too. Sigh. Dont speak. Talking to her reduced hismon sense. After the all-out war at the store. The two of them went to a famous bar. Jin-hyuk ordered the most popr food on the menu and checked what he had to do as the food came. The most important thing was to handle the stat points he had obtained. Tring! Status window activated. Name: Kang Jin-hyuk Gender: Male Age: 27 Level: 30 Strength 19 Agility 19 Stamina 10 Magic 74 Rift 100 Luck 10 Adaptive 78 Stat Points: 9 Coins: 1,283,288 upation: None Unique Abilities: Fusion, Sword Grave, Blessing of the Stars, Anubis''s Judgment, Blood Demon Qi, Mand Skills: Lv6'' Element of Fire'', Lv5'' Eye of Gluttony'', Lv4 ''Communion'', Lv4'' Stigma of the Soul'', Lv4'' Shallow Breath'', Lv4 ''Monopolize''. The adaptive stats that he had obtained after dealing with the professor and his followers was around 68. Then his level had also gone up by 3. Looking back, it was an absurd speed. This was even quicker despite having spent a month collecting the Rift stat. Even rankers who used exclusive dungeons managed by their guilds and were raised by being fed hunted sheep were only around level 30. If the stat is included, there is virtually no yer with better stats than me. His knowledge and experience as a veteran widened the gap between him and the other yers. Nice. Jin-hyuk smiled. It felt like all his hard work was being rewarded now. I can set my stats to 20 and invest the rest in magic. [Strength from 19 to 20] [Agility from 19 to 20] [Stamina from 19 to 20] [Magic from 74 to 80] He didnt know if it was some kind of obsession, but it felt good to have rounded numbers on his stats. Additionally, the video he had uploaded this time seemed to have gotten 100 million views, so he thought using the coin exchange coupon now would be perfect. It was then. [Customer at table 127. The food is prepared.] A staff member came up with a tray full of food. Two main dishes, side dishes, sds, and two sses of ice water. These are giblets and salmon, so this is how you eat them. Look carefully. Jin-hyuk moved his chopsticks. The unique giblets were properly captured inside a spicy sauce. On top of that, when the thickly sliced raw salmon met the tartar sauce and onions, he had to exim his pleasure. Thisbination made you want to drink even if you didnt want to. Elise, who had tried a mouthful, spoke with twinkling eyes. This. This is meat? How can it taste like this.! Um! What should this be called? Shit? What? Its a dish made from cow intestines. No I am in a good mood and eating food. Why would you say such words? Did you think I would joke about that? It didnt take long for Elise to realize he was speaking the truth. And soon fell into despair. This. No, how could a noble but this taste is no. be patient. Be patient! Ackk! Elise looked at the intestines for a long time, and while she was struggling between pride and appetite, Jin-hyuk The Mirror that breaks down boundaries. He took out the special item he had gotten on the 5th floor. Chapter 94: How A Veteran Grows (1) Chapter 94: How A Veteran Grows (1) [Mirror that breaks down boundaries (Growth Type) Acquisition Difficulty: Overrank Description: When used as a special item of unknown origin, it will connect to any location on the 10th floor of the Tower of Trials (Cooldown: 90 days. Duration: 30 minutes). Layers that can be connected as the yer grows also increase, and so do the duration of stay. (Can take one more person).] As you y the Tower of Trials, you can discover a few deceptive items and abilities. One of them was the unique ability of Fusion that could be obtained in the National Museum of Korea. This time, the Mirror that breaks down boundaries, was another such thing. Ba-dump! Ba-dump! Jin-hyuks heart beat rapidly. Although it was a y that brokemon sense, he had managed to obtain both this and the loyalty of a boss monster. I didnt expect to be given this. Non-standardpensation that excited even the veterans. He had told Elise that he needed a big break because he couldnt control his excitement. First, I need to get some necessary things. Once he used it, he would need to wait 90 days to use it again. The mirror needed to be used under the right conditions. Jin-hyuk had begun to work rapidly as he figured out what to do. First Woong! Jin-hyuk took out his phone and called someone. Tok! The person on the other side answered it before it even rang once. Ah! President! Please tell me why you contacted me? I was wondering if you had forgotten about us. It was Kim Hee-wong, the temporary head of the ck Crow Guild. Kim Hee-wong, who had his life changed thanks to Jin-hyuk, was managing the guild and had decent skills at it. Jin-hyuk smiled. I have been a bit busy. He was so busy that he forgot. Haha. Of course, I understand it is hard to find a channel that doesnt show our presidents face these days. Uh? Why are you asking me like that? Korea, no, the president is getting attention from all over the world. Actually, he had gotten quite popr. People were actually recognizing him in public nowadays. Enough with the greetings. How is the guild? Were you doing fine despite me being away? It is so good that maybe that should be our problem? There are a lot of yers joining after seeing you. yers joining for me? Are there still people like that? Yes. We have been taking in a few, but it is impossible to manage the hundreds of peopleing in each day. Hundreds each day? What new mess was this? He never had the greed to raise a guild, but this might lead to Kim Hee-wong dying from overwork. As a condition of joining, Ill have to include the condition of wearing a full body bikini and a bald head. But everyone could apply regardless of gender. Of course, the final decision was left to the guild. It was better to take only sane people into the guild. Above all, he had to respect the veterans who had experience. I will take care of that. I would like to ask you for a favor. Ah. Did anyone contact me? From the side of the Fathers of Fighting. Ah! I had been looking for the representative toe up that they said there was a contract signed with an exclusive dungeon in exchange for getting the information for a cure? Actually, I was the one who initiated it. We have some leeway now, so make an appointment with Kim Gitae on their side. It is possible, but when do you want it done? Get it to me as soon as possible. And while you do it, make a reservation for a famous concert and Michelin restaurant. It doesnt matter if it is domestic or overseas. Uh? Why do we.? Should I tell you the reason? N-no. I will do my best to get you the best seats. As the call ended, Jin-hyuk smiled. You dont understand. Neither Kim Hee-wong nor anyone else would understand. After a time, people needed to grow up, and it didnt make sense to not go to the best restaurants or concerts. Especially considering he needed to be in his best condition for the 6th floor. The 6th floor of the Tower of Trials, also known as the Forest of Elves. Should this be some sort of pause? Besides, if he spent all 90 days just nning and eating, the road to the next floor would inevitably open up. The yers will focus on improving their skills and abilities during this period. It was a method of getting the attendance stamp indicating that they had been to the 6th floor. But If I leave the 6th floor only for the sake of resting, now that is foolish. It would be the same as an employee who worked hard, hoping for their superiors to notice but only ending up overworked. The same applied to the Tower of Trials. Each floor had a purpose and a skill necessary to get through it. It meant that no floor existed without reason. And Jin-hyuk More than anyone else, he nned to spend the 90 days on the 6th floor perfectly. But In a way that a veteran would. Concerts and Michelin star restaurants are the paving stones for it. Jin-hyuk made a n step by step. But You idiots. I wille to see you again. He was already looking forward to it. He was sure everyone would be surprised to see what he was doing. And also how many good things woulde out of it. It was an hour after Kim Hee-wong was contacted. The meeting with Kim Gitae was confirmed, and they had decided to meet in a coffee shop near Yeongdeungpo. Jin-hyuk arrived a little earlier than the appointed time and was sipping slowly on his frappino, which was topped with whipped cream. As expected, there is nothing like sugar to relieve fatigue. Unfortunately, the mint chocte was sold out, so he had ordered this, but it was fine. And at that moment. Step. Unlike the steps of normal humans, these were steps filled with magic. He didnt even have to check to know that it was Kim Gitae, a ranker from the Fathers of Fighting. Long time no see, yer Kang Jin-hyuk. Kim Gitae bowed his head briefly. He must have had a lot of things piled up inside, but he still spoke politely, so Jin-hyuk greeted him back with a smile. This is the first time we are meeting after the testing. Of course, to be precise, it was at that moment. Unlike that time when he was simply a yer with an undecided rank, he was now an S-rank. In addition to that, there was so much coverage about him on TV. So it made sense that he was acting low-key. This is why we need to have power. Jin-hyuk once again reminded himself what it meant to have power and ability in this world. Jin-hyuk leaned back on his chair and opened his mouth. I am sorry for the dy in the talk with Mandragora. I didnt have the time to talk about it as I was busy climbing up the tower. well, I can assume. Kim Gitae made an expression that clearly showed he didnt like this. Because the opponent was a top ranker, he was acting nice. If it were anyone else, he would have pulled out his sword. But Jin-hyuk didnt care about this. In that sense, I would like to change the contract terms. From what Ive heard, there are a few A-grade dungeons that your guild has control over. Maybe some on the 3rd floor? Ten exclusive dungeons on the 1st floor. At the time, it had been attractive, but since he was already level 30, they were no longer of use. He couldnt waste time ying tag with goblins. He had grown so much that there was no need for it. So instead of the dungeons which were given. You are asking for one of the A-grade dungeons on the 3rd floor is what you mean? You heard me right. You said you will tell me about the method to make the antidote, and now you want to raise the terms? Yes. Jin-hyuk didnt like repeating things over. He couldnt understand why the man kept asking. Kim Gitaes face was turning red Should he rmend a ss of water? yer Kang Jin-hyuk. What do you see us as? Um A tree that was providing things generously? But he couldnt say that here. In that case, he shoulde up with an excuse. This decision has been made inevitably due to intion, raw materials, prices,bor costs. What.! We arent some charitable organization to satisfy those weird requests! Kim Gitae jumped up. You are leaving? If you are going to say such a thing, Id rather leave and not waste my words. Hmm. The 3rd-floorbyrinth [Gray Temple]. From what I know, you have it, but the attack on it continues to fail? ! Kim Gitae, who had been about to turn around, stopped because of the appearance of that unexpected name. How did you know about that? I picked it up from here and there. I have a widework. The list of dungeons that the Fathers of Fighting managed was something that Kim Hee-wong had given him. The moment he saw the name Gray Temple, Jin-hyuk was confident. With their power, they wouldnt dare to attack it, and he was proven right. He is responding. They wanted to get the treasures hidden in the temple, but their troops could not clear through it, and now the guild was bing frustrated. However, since Jin-hyuk had brought up thebyrinth in a timely manner, even Kim Gitae couldnt make a move. Now that the other side had shown interest, he could go in hard. Hed make sure to catch them somehow and make things happen the way he wanted them to. I am not saying I will swipe the reward alone. After all, Gray Temple is a 20-person raid mission so attacking it alone is impossible. The most important thing was to reassure Kim Gitae by mentioning thebyrinths conditions. Besides, the loss will be huge on the guilds side, so wouldnt it be better to move with me, who has proven his ability, rather than losing more yers? That is right. The second most important thing was to give him the proper justification. It wasnt because they were weak or making unfavorable decisions. This was a usible cause for saving the guilds yers. The third thing was to express some feelings of regret. Just saying sorry never worked. One had to show sincerity. This was the key point of the third condition. You can buy the Mandragora in the basic shop on the first floor. You need to drink the jasmine tea given by the shopkeeper 11 times in a row to see the secret items hidden in the closet. It doesnt taste bad or anything. Just try to be patient. huh!? Kim Gitae was incredulous as he didnt expect Jin-hyuk to give up the items location first. He then took some time to think. If he is doing this, he cannot be trying to cheat me. Kim Gitae nodded his head as if he had made up his mind. I understand. After talking with the guild leaders, I will tell you the raid schedule for thebyrinth. And with a pleasant smile, he reached out his hand to Jin-hyuk for a handshake. Kang Jin-hyuk. We cannot be toox with this man. And it is good we are on good terms. As long as they both had the same goal, they could move forward. Still, this felt like the moment where a solid foundation wasid for their friendship. But Kim Gitae would never realize. The secret that was hidden in the Gray Temple. Haha. I wish us all the best. Jin-hyuk took Kim Gitaes proffered hand. Make the most of the shops on the first floor, which I dont need anymore. If he drank 11 cups of the bitter jasmine tea, he would end up in the bathroom all night. Me and the members of your guild that will enter thebyrinth. I will make use of everything. Well. Each of them had their own thoughts. And their existing contract was renewed. Chapter 95: How A Veteran Grows (2) Chapter 95: How A Veteran Grows (2) Kim Gitae was given 5 days to recruit yers for thebyrinth raid. During that time, Jin-hyuk visited various concerts and restaurants that had been prepared by Kim Hee-wong. And his current location was the Chopin International Piano Competition. It was a pianopetition held once every five years and one of the worlds three major musicpetitions where peoplepeted using Chopins songs. Jin-hyuk, who took advantage of his S-rank position, fell in love with the performance of a male pianist in his early 20s. How long was it? The apaniment that had reached its climax subsided, and the pianists hand finally fell away from the piano. The performance was done. I dont know much about music but it was so strange. So different frombat. It can be said that the beautiful and splendid melody felt like another worlds art. Jin-hyuk, who was trembling, touched his chest. Phew It was astonishing. Was it like watching a movie? It felt as if his entire body was immersed in the performance. It took a lot of time, but my purpose was achieved. He had visited all of the possiblepetitions and concerts in the area. At the same time. [You have appreciated the masterpieces of an era.] [You havepleted ''Go to concert No.7''.] [You havepleted the tour of the Beethoven Museum.] Several status windows appeared, and Jin-hyuk smiled. [The condition has been met.] [Sessfully copied the skill ''Absolute Pitch (F)''!] [Sessfully copied the skill ''Understanding Instruments (F)''] Jin-hyuk wasnt satisfied with just this, however. He wanted tobine the two low-level skills. They were materials to create a higher-level skill. This was why he chose the Fusion ability. I will fuse the Blessing of the Stars with Understanding Instrument. Jin-hyuk immediately used Fusion. [The skills'' Blessing of the Stars'' and ''Understand Instruments'' are fused] [Fusion sessful.] [You have acquired the skill ''Heavenly Melody''] [Heavenly Melody Acquisition Difficulty: B Description: ''Bestia,'' the Goddess of music, valued harmony and peace for all, transcending races. She also believed that no matter how harsh the word is, music can serve as the medium to break down walls. This ability is imbued with the wind of the Goddess.] [The copied skill is saved in ''Memory of the World''.] He wasnt there to just waste time. All of this had been to gain the additional power he needed to climb the Tower. It was like investing his time for gold. Now it is your time. He needed to do two tasks before going to the Forest of the Elves. Now all that was left was to learn to cook. Jin-hyuk looked through the list of Michelin-starred restaurants that had been booked. [To copy the Imperial Chef skill, the following conditions must be met.] [One. Eat a course meal in a 3=star Michelin or higher restaurant (7/10) times] [Two. Watch the chef cook dishes (3.5)] [Three. Try making different kinds of dishes (25/30)] He would go out to eat whenever there was no musicalpetition, so the conditions were almost met. I can finish everything here and go back to Korea. In other words, it meant it was time to go to the 5th floor. Citic Tower in Beijing, China. Several men and women had gathered in the penthouse on top of the building, which was high enough to be ssified as a skyscraper. They were rankers belonging to the Peoples Republic guild. Damn it! Again, the first attack got stolen. What kind of messed up situation is this? Surely we were confident that we could clear the 5th floor! A man with arge body and thick beard shouted. Right. The preparations were indeed perfect. Have you ever cleared the 5th floor? No, but they had prepared a lot of veterans and rankers who could have gone through the 5th floor in one go. In addition, the guild itself had prepared a relic that could be ssified as an orange grade, so it was natural that they felt they would win. But The Chinese side failed to attack the 5th floor and clear it. Even after investing so much effort, they had nothing to show for it. And even now, half of them were struggling while attacking the 6th floor. Kang Jin-hyuk. The name which brought anger to all of them. Everyone is talking about him. I heard that some see him as the hope of mankind. Of course, its stuck in the minds of those who said it. I am not sure, but I think it is time we cannot leave him alone. How the hell did he climb the Tower so quickly? I heard that he did it alone without support He must have been doing it for quite some time. He may have climbed all the way to the 20th floor. The 20th floor. An unknown ce that no human had dared to reach. No Are there any people who would y that crazy game until the 20th floor? It makes no nonsense! Even in China, more than 500 million users shut the game down, so there is no way a person like that cane from a nation with just 30 million people. Everyone wanted to deny this. The center of the world was China. They believed that only China could see the end of the Tower. Isnt that why they called themselves a neutral group? Because they had the pride of being better. No matter how much they tried to hide it, they had started to realize it. There was a veteran out there who knew more about the Tower. And that veteran who knew everything was more dangerous than an entire guild. But then silence filled the room. ck! Both sides of the door opened, and a man walked in. An impressive man with a beautiful face and clothes made of luxurious silk. All eyes turned to the man. N-Namgung Cheon! Have you finished talking with the murim side? The master of the guild and the greatest yer in China. Namgung Cheon. That was how the man was called. Right for now, it is done. Namgung Cheon moved across the room with a disappointed expression. One step, and then another. Even though he was just walking, everyone felt a chill run down their spine. Gulp. A few gulped, and a few sat still. This was a natural story, but no one dared to ask why their leader was like this. Once the man sat in his chair, they all waited for him to speak. I got informed about the 5th floor. Who was in charge of it? It is me. Mr. Cheon! This time for The man with a thick beard tried to give excuses but couldnt finish his words. Kuak! sh! Blood gushed out from the upper body, which had been cleanly cut. Anyone who cannot do the one thing I ask rightly doesnt deserve another chance. The sword dripped with blood. The speed of it had been so astonishingly quick that no one could even see it being drawn. Namgung Cheon turned to the rankers after wiping the blood off his sword. Go to the 5th floor of the Tower to do what the murim had asked us to do. That man also has toe work with me. Namgung Cheon addressed the main raid team. Those who met his eyes bowed their heads. Then what about the 6th floor? The elves will allow three S-rank yers and one team. The selected ones should go to the 6th floor, take elves as prisoners and burn down the forest. The deadline is 10 days. The order that had been given must be done. No one objected to the method. No questions were asked either. That was the only way you could survive here. Alright. This time, do not disappoint me. After finishing all his chores in Europe, Jin-hyuk headed straight to the Tower of Trials. There was still one day left until the raid team deadline that Kim Gitae had promised. Meanwhile, Jin-hyuk was thinking of opening the floor of the elves. It isnt easy to meet them because they are hidden deep in the forest. The elf race was always like this. They were a race that loved nature the most and also the most beautiful. Strangely, their personality was more of a betapared to other races? In other words, not only were they difficult to meet, but they were also difficult to talk to. But that was only for regr yers. I am different. Where do the elves live? What are their favorite fruits? He knew everything needed to get them to like him. Jin-hyuk smiled as old memories came to mind. Come to think of it, I was trying to get to know them at first, but nothing special happened The memory of being chased by the whole tribe after giving chicken to the elves who only ate vegetarian food was a memory he would never forget. If he had died, he wouldnt be able to reconnect for 48 hours. He had yed tag with them in the woods for over 17 hours. Well, it was my fault. Meat for elves? It was like giving him sunflower seeds. But that wasnt even the worst case. The most terrible memory was on the 17th of October at 11:43:15pm. That very fateful day. I cannot forget it even if I die. He even remembered the date and time. Jin-hyuk bit his lower lip. After several attempts, Jin-hyuk managed to get a chance to know the elves and was invited into their vige. And that day was the annual festival for the elves. An empty night with a lot of stars and fireflies. Fragrant fruits and drinks that were rarely seen in the world. The atmosphere was amazing. Until they asked me to y an instrument. He had only ever listened to musical instruments in school and often fell asleep listening to them. Ultimately, he bought one thing in the coin exchange as ast resort. Thats right, a recorder. Jin-hyuk yed the song My Heart Will Go On, an immortal song. He had even used voice amplification in case any of the elves couldnt hear him. That Was a fatal mistake. Ack! Stop! Stop! Please stop him! A devil! The devil has descended! Forest the forest is furious! The trees are dying! The spirits are leaving us! It was as if he could hear the elves still screaming in his head. The cost of ying an instrument with all my might was disastrous. He had felt possessed by Leonardo DiCaprio and performed a song filled with emotions, but it ended up being a trash performance. Permanent deportation. His charge was that he had inflicted irreparable damage to the souls of the elves who lived in the forest. This time it will be different. Because he had prepared everything to make up for the disgrace. Woong! His view was dyed ck as Jin-hyuk entered the 6th floor of the Tower of Trials. Chapter 96: 6th Floor, Elven Forest Chapter 96: 6th Floor, Elven Forest [You have entered the 6th floor] As his darkened vision brightened, a dense forest spread in front of him. Indeed, it is one of the best vacation spots on the Tower of Trials. Cool air and warm sunlight. Above all, the beautiful natural scenery was breathtaking. Come down here! Barbecue and beer are all set up. I heard that the Cloud Cotton Candy on the 6th floor is so delicious. Shall we try that? Kuak. The town shop also sells a lot of pretty relics. If we dont use coins now, when should we use them? Firstly, most yers who came to the 6th floor came in pairs. It was a small break from the daily life of fighting while climbing up the tower. It was understandable to some extent that yers would want toze around the 6th floor. However ying and having fun can be der. The Elven Forest wasnt a ce where one yed around in nature. It was a ce of opportunity where you could acquire skills only obtainable here. Those who noticed that would only be a few. yers who really wanted to be strong would not just be enjoying this in the first ce. They would already be wandering through the forest to find elves. Then, should I start going too? Jin-hyuk passed the other yers and began to move deep into the forest. Around three hours away from the starting point, the forest besplicated. This was a kind of warning. Anyone coulde freely to this point, but beyond this was the realm of the elves, so do not approach any further. However, no matter howplex the arrangement of trees was, it was no use. It would be useless even if the trees moved and formed new terrain. Because Jin-hyuk had already learned how elves made their way through this forest. Hum. He took a deep breath and took all the scents in the air. The fresh smell of grass and the sweet scent of fruit were conveyed to him as they were. Of course, the most crucial scent here was the scent of the earth. Jin-hyuk noticed the faint earthy smell that permeated the air. To the left. There was a subtly different scent on the left side, which made Jin-hyuk turn. The location of mushrooms, grass, and trees. Even after that, there was a fork in the road, but Jin-hyuk already knew which side to take and went deeper into the forest. And On a tree a little further away, a figure was watching everything. A race with short hair and pointed ears. An Elf. The ones who ruled this forest. How did a human know of this? Silvia, a ranger of the Elven vige, couldnt understand this situation. They had crafted several defenses to prevent humans from approaching, but it seemed like all of them were being bypassed? It is impossible to distinguish the smell of dirt if one hadnt lived for a long time in the forest. The locations of mushrooms and the grass shape were also things that no one who was not a forest dweller could know. Ordinary humans werent the kind of people to be interested in such things. How was a half-elf born without us knowing? She wouldnt have believed that he was a human if it wasnt for his appearance. Such was the extent of his ease in finding the path to their abode. At that moment. The human man had reached the front of the barrier. It did it! No matter how great this human is, it ends here. What was in front of him was a barrier made exclusively by the elves. It was impossible to escape if they entered the Illusion Barrier erected by the High Elves. They would inevitably be exhausted if they were trapped for a week amidst the countless illusions. And Silvias mission would end with her eliminating the unconscious human. But Ugh! This isnt something high elves should do. Ete Tamaros is passive. You need to use an active word. Tch tch. I dont know which elf did this, but it feels like they slept in the grammar ss. They could only disy 50% of the power the original barrier would disy. The human clicked his tongue while looking at the elven words carved on the wood. At the same time, he was even correcting the wrong parts using a stone from the ground. Silvias face became red. As an apprentice ranger, she had no choice but to get angry when someone made fun of the high elves. Just just what is that human?! Thankfully, there is a young elf here. Jin-hyuk smiled. From the moment he had reached the forest border, he had already noticed the elf following him along from the branches. Still, considering they are a race known to have good stealth in the forest, he acknowledged her skill. Thanks to that, he managed to grasp the elfs position. Iid out enough as bait This should make a solid first impression on his opponent. Now it was his turn to summon the opponent hiding behind him. Jin-hyuk opened the subspace inventory and took out the ingredients and cooking utensils he had prepared. [Lv1 ''Restaurant of New World'' is activated.] This was a skill acquired when he traveled to various restaurants. This was the higher version of the skills he had received through Fusion. Jin-hyuks hand movements then changed. His skill as he sliced through the vegetables and fruits looked close to art. So beautiful. Silvia, who was on the tree, just stared at him. No..? She had forgotten to look around, but this scent was a unique dish. No doubt. That is meat. Silvia jumped down at once. How dare you cook meat in this sacred Elven Forest. What is this?! She shouted as she pulled back her bowstring. Her face was filled with anger and the intent of never forgiving this sinner. This is meat? Uh? This isnt meat. I saw it with my own eyes. You think I will believe you? If you cannot believe it,e closer and confirm it. No.. Silvia approached Jin-hyuk cautiously but What? Her eyes shook. This thing smelled and looked like meat. Upon closer inspection, it wasnt meat. The dish was made using beans, nuts, and fresh vegetables. It is called soybean. On our side, it is getting a lot of attention as the next alternative food. Alternative food? It was a culinary field that was rapidly growing in recent years for reasons of healthiness, reducing pollution, and animal rights. In fact, the stock price of apany called Beyond Meat was listed as the highest-flying stock in March. Of course, it would charm the elves who hate meat. So he had prepared this. A special meal that will satisfy the most demanding of elves. Try it once. I shouldnt say this, but I am confident in my skills. It really isnt meat? I never y with food. I dont want to fight with elves. Why would I force you to eat meat which you dont like? Silvia lowered her bow at his words and ced a piece of soybean in her mouth with curious eyes. Nom nom. Her little mouth constantly moved, and at that moment What is this taste Silvia let out an exmation of surprise. She couldnt help it. This was her first time having such delicious food. So delicious. Soft beans and various vegetables were mixed to create a deep vor. It used a moderate amount of olive and had a savory, tangy taste. It was even finished with a specially prepared sauce. No matter how frugal most elves were, their appetites were bound to be stimted. [Affinity of 3rd ss ranger Silvia increases.] [''Silvia'' feels sorry for pointing her bow at you.] As her affinity rose, her feeling of regret was also conveyed. Everything was going as he nned, with a solid start to his rtionship with the elves. I am sorry, I didnt know that and Silvia bowed her head. It was because she couldnt bear her hasty conclusion. If her apology was epted, then the issue would end here. I am d the misunderstanding has been cleared up. It was also my fault for entering the realm of the elves in the first ce. Jin-hyuk deliberately added more weight to Silvias guilt. This should be good enough. No. This is my fault. Silvia shook her head. As an apology, I will do anything I can for you. Of course, she had to say this. That was why he was wearing the mask of an innocent man. Then Can I see the elven vige? Uh? Our vige? I am a sociology student, and I am writing a thesis about understanding the lives of other races. It will be a precious memory for me if you give me the chance to enter a forbidden area to which humans do not have ess. A participatory observation. It was one of the main methods used by sociologists to understand the cultures and traditions of others. [Lv4 Communion is activated.] Jin-hyuk secretly used his ability. It was a growth-type skill he had used several times to make a strong bond and a sense of familiarity with new and unknown people. And the effect was immediate. Silvia, who had looked shocked at a human who wanted to visit her vige, nodded her head. Ah! For real. In a week there is a festival in our vige. The elders and vige elves will like it very much if they can taste this delicious bean meat. In one week Right on schedule. Okay. Then I wille back here in a week. Yes. I understand. Silvia, who was about to send Jin-hyuk away, hurriedly shouted as if she thought of something. Ah. Your name? Kang Jin-hyuk. Dont make a mistake, and remember it carefully. Not Captain Teemo but Kang Jin-hyuk. I am Silvia, a ranger of the elves. Silvia also formally introduced herself. If she was a 3rd rate ranger, then it meant she was a low elf. Silvia. Remember me. The next time Ie, I will bring delicious stuff. Yes! I look forward to it! After he said that, Jin-hyuk began to move away. At that moment. Woong! A status window popped up. [You are receiving a video call from yer Kim Gitae.] It was Kim Gitae. Looks like everything is ready. It wouldnt have been easy to gather materials to reopen thebyrinth, and it seemed like he finished it quickly. It must mean that they are in a hurry. Jin-hyuk epted the call. Hello, yer Kang Jin-hyuk. I have something to tell you. Can you spare me a moment? You dont have to beat around the bush. Just tell me the ce and time. Sure. We are meeting in an hour at Melta Hill on the 3rd floor. If you tell me the coordinates of where you are, we will send a mage-type yer and move you through space. This was the chance for him to get the first job task and a hidden reward simultaneously. Finally, the time hase to begin the raid on the Gray Temple. Chapter 97: Gray Temple (1) Chapter 97: Gray Temple (1) The Gray Temple was located on the 3rd floor. At the entrance of this ce, there was a priest who managed the temple and was in charge of helping the yers on their job quests. Could it be said that it was the most active exchange agency within the Tower? Most of the yers received their quest about their first job from the priest here and would finish the quest while walking around the Tower. But Entering the temple was a different story. One of the most terrifying monsters of Greek mythology was trapped inside. A ce boasting the extreme difficulty of annihting raids more than 20 times. [Medusa''s Lair] That was thebyrinth that the Fathers of Fighting and Jin-hyuk had decided to attack. At that moment. Woong! With a dazzling light, white light shed from the sky and fell to the ground. The spatial movement skill had been activated. Phew. We are here. The mage-type yer announced as they arrived at their destination. Thank you. I wasfortable because of you. Jin-hyuk briefly expressed his thanks. He was being sincere. It took him only a few seconds to move to a ce that usually would have taken 12 hours if he had traveled normally. Looking at this, he understood why most yers went after the mage-type jobs. Of course, he had no intention of doing that. Well, I can just copy the skills. He could fuse all the skills and abilities, so there was no reason to learn magic from scratch, right? Cant he just copy it from the mage in front of him? But, after checking the copy conditions, Jin-hyuk groaned. [Copy Condition: Height 160 cm and weight 107kg. A man with severe hair loss and has been single for 38 years. The only thing always with him is a female crucian carp in a fishbowl. Find him a lifepanion. If sessful, you can copy one of his skills.] Gulp. Jin-hyuk gulped. In an instant, several candidates had popped into his mind, but no one seemed perfect for this. It will be easier to fight an enemy. Or surviving a Dragons Breath. This could arguably be the most challenging copy condition thus far. Jin-hyuk touched his forehead. Yoo Yeon-hwa if he introduced her to him, would things work? Her grandfather would probably turn into his enemy. Furthermore, he would get an uppercut from Yoo Yeon-hwa. Jin-hyuk felt a cold sweat run down his spine at the thought of being hit with her immense strength. Teresa wasnt good at rejecting, so she might ept it, but it felt like he would suffer for life from the guilt. Elise lets not bother with her. He didnt feel like risking his life for the sake of one skill. Well, what cannot be done has to be abandoned. Lets give up on this. Jin-hyuk gave up, and then. You are here. Kim Gitae and a dozen men and women who sensed the spatial movement approached. All of them emanated strong magic. They were the 2nd raid group of their guild. `Indeed, this time. It seems like they too have brought out their best. There were a total of 11 raid groups in their guild. Among them, it was unusual for the first and second groups, their main parties, to be called up. This was because they werent consumable resources that could be abandoned. Haha. It is an honor to meet you. yer Kang Jin-hyuk. I am Lee Young-kwon, the captain of the 2nd raid group. A man with brown hair approached him. Looking at the shield on his back and the heavy-looking ax, this yer seemed to be both a tank and a damage dealer. Jin-hyuk narrowed his eyes. If it was Lee Young-kwon It was a name hes heard of. It is the guy who appeared on TV when Elise and I grilled some intestines. A yer who had yed a prominent role in the diator Arena on the 5th floor. He was among those who ranked among the world-ss guilds who achieved the freedom clear condition by winning the championship. Lee Young-kwon had climbed to the top position. He could not be pushed around by strong enemies. From team battles to his ability to coolly control people, he had been captain of their 5th raid team and promoted to captain of one of the main raid teams in one go. This was the first time Jin-hyuk could evaluate this mans ability. I am Kang Jin-hyuk. Please look after me. No. We should be kind to you. Personally, I watch every single viewtube of yours. Lee Young-kwon smiled brightly. The rest of the yers behind him also began to speak. I am Ha Yeonsu, who is a sub-dealer. Thisbyrinth is difficult, but it is reassuring with yer Kang Jin-hyuk here. If there is a yer Kang in the raid, it feels like abyrinth will be easy. I-I am the main healer of the raid. Could you please take a picture with me? My friends didnt believe me when I said you wereing to this raid Wow! The actual real one Can I take the picture with my arms holding yours? It was like meeting a celebrity. Everyone tried their best to talk to him; some even asked for his number. This is no fan meeting. Jin-hyuk had a troubled expression at the excessive interest being shown in him. He had thought they would all be prideful, considering they belonged to the 2nd raid team of the 2ndrgest guild in Korea. It seemed like they could throw anything to the side to connect with top-ranking yers. Just then, Kim Gitae chimed in. The nominal captain is Lee Young-kwon, but I will leave all the decisions up to you. All the by-products thate inside can also be taken by you. Just one thing. Please seed in clearing it. In a word, take everything but give us the title of clearing thebyrinth. That was the best-case scenario for them. It was more important for them to raise the name of their guild even if they had to give up their pride and profits. The weight of being second in Korea wasnt light. I was nning to smack them on the back of their heads if they were greedy. But this changed things. Alright. On that condition. Jin-hyuk nodded his head. Then, as soon as the preparations areplete, we will enter thebyrinth. If you, yer Kang Jin-hyuk, have anything to do, please finish it now. How long will you give me? Around 30 minutes. 30 minutes. That much was enough. Another purpose foring here was the 1st job quest. Priests in white robes could be seen in the stone building inside the temple. Jin-hyuk moved towards them. Wee, stranger. You are someone I hadnt seen till now. An old-looking priest addressed him. I came here because of my first job change. I heard that we can receive job-rted quests here. If that is why you came here, then you came to the right ce. To be stronger, one needs to have a job that suits them. Well then, let me ask you. What direction are you pursuing? If it is a swordsman, then look at this. If it is magic, then a mage, a tank, or a healer who protects his allies? The priest flicked his finger lightly. Right. [upations are being shown] An incredibly long list appeared. Because the view of the real world is insanelyrge. There were countless jobs in the Tower. What the priest said was just a minor preview of this list. In addition to those, he could also choose many unpopr and hidden jobs. Of course, certain conditions must be met. But Um. But these are only jobs that are no fun. Jin-hyuk mumbled while looking bored. Swordsman, mage, healer, archer, etc. He had been fighting against yers and monsters who had already done their first quest. To take an upation, one must know their unique abilities, skills, strengths, and weaknesses. It is good to climb the Tower. The future of mankind depended on the conquest of the 50th floor. It would hurt his mouth to even talk about how important it was. But on par with it, no, perhaps even more important was the thrill and fun. If everythings the same, itd just be boring. The DNA of a veteran demanded new stimuli to keep them interested in the world again. In that sense, Jin-hyuk wanted to pick a new job. Sort by the poprity in reverse order. As he said that, the list was disyed in reverse. Artist. Angler. Novelist. Barrier User. Engraver. They were professions that were unsuitable forbat or were difficult to grow. Naturally, they werent popr with yers since half of the jobs were untouched. Hmm Jin-hyuk stroked his chin. He had to find one which suited his taste. All but two are art rted. Artists and novelists werent bad choices but difficult to grow. A masterpiece novel that would go down in history? Sure, that sounded nice. But wouldnt he have to invest years in doing that? Before that, mankind would be destroyed, or the Tower would be conquered by someone else. And Engraver he didnt want to choose it for a number of reasons. He had a hunch that a great one would appear soon. And his worries didntst long. Barrier User. I will do this. Jin-hyuk decided. B-Barrier User as the first job? Are you serious? The priest was startled and asked him for confirmation. Until now, many yers had clung to him for conditions of hidden job quests, but this was the first to touch an unpopr one. Of course, he was shocked. However, Jin-hyuk nodded once more. Yes. Unpopr and difficult to deal with. It is just what I want. The field of barriers wasplicated. For me, who is learning ancient runes and the elvennguage, this can be a nice challenge to me. Most of all, it would be fun to tease Chun Yuseong. It will be fun to y with barriers against his sword. Because that guys well versed at it too. Right. This was the biggest reason. I understand. The choice is yours. The priest reluctantly handed him a ck scroll. It was a scroll that required changing his upation to Barrier User. At the same moment that Jin-hyuk received the scroll Swish! A loud noise came from the side of the temple. It was undoubtedly a battle using magic, and the participants were quite strong. What is this? Jin-hyuk turned his head towards themotion. There he spotted other people aside from the Fathers of Fighting guild. Chapter 98: Gray Temple (2) Chapter 98: Gray Temple (2) A sword cut across a face with a sharp sound. yers with Japanese swords wrapped around their waists and colorful tattoos all over their bodies caught his eye. What was this? He didnt even have to check. It was obvious where all these guys came from. Samurai Guild Jin-hyuk wrinkled his forehead. He could guess why they hade here and why Kim Gitae was angry. It was then that the voices of two groups could be heard. This is a dungeon we own. I hope you havent forgotten it? I know that, but as Captain Kim knows, you always fail each time you challenge it, right? Wouldnt it be better to hand it out to those who can attack it instead of holding onto it this hard? A man with a beard and sunsses spoke in reply. The words were said politely, but the intent was conveyed quite clearly. Grunt! Kim Gitae gritted his teeth, unable to object to it. They had failed this raid multiple times while the Samurai Guild had been experiencing incredible growth recently. But Um. It is strange. Jin-hyuk scratched his head and interrupted the conversation, making everyone turn towards him. He is? Ah, Kang Jin-hyuk. The ranker from Korea! Is it possible that he has something to do with the Fathers of Fighting? This isnt good He could hear their small whispers as Sunsses decided to take the lead. This is another surprise. But, what is strange? I heard it. Didnt you say they repeatedly failed due to ack of power? I did say it. Of course, I feel bad saying it, but it is the reality. Well, he was trying to look good in his own way. He didnt think that the Medusa could be defeated with this Japanese guilds power. Even if their whole group was put together, they wouldnt be half as strong as Chun Yuseong or Teresa. Ah! I understand if your hope for the future is to be a beautiful stone statue. Do you know of the Medusa in there? You will be a great collection to her. Jin-hyuk smiled brightly. A-are you saying weck skills? Do you mean that? It isnt that you arecking, but you just arent that great. What theycked wasmon sense. That meant that they shouldnt be acting like this. No-not great? Damn it, did he just say that? At Jin-hyuks words, the people of the Samurai Guild were severely disturbed. Kuak. As expected! On the other side, the Fathers of Fighting were happy with this oue. You will regret saying that. No matter how great you think. In Japan, a yer climbed up to the 30th floor in the game. And unlike you, he is the real veteran. Sunsses spoke with a cold tone. Hes been to the 30th floor? Right. The middle section of the Tower no one has ever been to. That was experienced by him. Based on his knowledge and experience, we will be the first to conquer the Tower. No one else but Japan! Sunsses spread his arm wide. With pride in having information about the future. Naturally, he couldnt hide his excitement, but Jin-hyuk just clicked his tongue. Nonsense. He didnt see the shadow of a yer since passing the 20th floor in the past. Suddenly a veteran who had climbed up to the 30th floor popped up? In Japan, at that? Thats impossible. Still, seeing that he is confident, he seems to believe it That would mean someone was messing around with Sunsses, making Jin-hyuk smile. How dare you lie in front of me? He didnt know how the Samurai Guild got caught in all this, but You chose the wrong opponent. Jin-hyuk nced at the yers with the Eye of Gluttony. Several status windows appeared. Not him. This guy is Not a single one stood out. Just as he thought about how unremarkable they all were, he suddenly stopped his gaze. Name: Yamamoto Takeshi Gender: Male Age: 25 Level: 27 Strength 16 Agility 26 Stamina 23 Magic 32 Stat Points: 0 Coins: 25,853 upation: Onmyoji Unique Ability: Half Vision of the Future Skills: Lv6 False Prophecy, Lv5 Insignificant Sympathy, Lv5 Yin and Yang Changes, Lv5 Devour This one. Now he could deduce what happened. The power to see half of the future, a power to glimpse the floors above. Although it was just half of the future, things would still be helpful, and that information was being used. No matter how small or useless it was, everyone would appreciate it. In any case, being able to predict the future that others dont know of was an attractive skill. But This only applied to those who didnt know what was at the top. Seeing things in the Tower that they didnt know about and experiencing are two different matters. This is going to be fun. Jin-hyuk looked at Takeshi and smiled. The Hope of Japan. A hidden card newly recruited by the Samurai Guild. One of the top 100 in the world. These were titles that Takeshi would get in the future because of his ability to see the future. No one knows that the abilities have ws too. He might be able to get the attention of higher guilds by giving usible information and pretending to be a veteran who has been to a high rank in the Tower. Takeshi was sure of this. And that had actually paid off too. He entered the best guild in Japan, the Samurai Guild. Takeshi didnt back down. Instead, he proudly said he had gone up until the 30th floor. At the same time, he told a story about the Tower that no one knew about. Of course, some details were wrong, but Takeshi could gain the Samurai Guilds trust by guessing some hidden information from within the Tower. Even if they knew I lied, we would be far too deep to abandon me. And what about when he got caught? Then all it took was to make the lie a reality. He would get stronger if he received support at the guild level. Of course, his ability would grow quickly, and he would be a ranker who could see the entire future. Right. What is so great about rankers? They too must have been weak at first. If the Samurai Guild pushed all the way to the top, then what was there to be afraid of? Items, experience, and rankers. He could get them all. However, his winning streak wasing to a halt. At the arrival of a person called Kang Jin-hyuk. what? Takeshi gulped. There were dozens of yers around him, excluding himself. However, Jin-hyuk ignored the others and even had a twisted smile as if he knew everything. This was bad. Takeshi had been perfectly hidden until now, but a feeling of insecurity began to fill him as an unknown feeling fell on his body. At that moment. Oh. It is a veteran who climbed to the 30th floor. So amazing. Even the various media andmunities had little information and only knew up to around the 10th floor. Jin-hyuk said. I think you realize it now. Do you get the situation now? Sunsses made a proud face. Now. Now it makes sense. If there is such a person, then I think it is right to promote it on a global level. Puaahah! Right. Is there a guy among the Korean yers we could talk to? It is nothing. So, lets move. We will follow. Jin-hyuk took a step back. It makes things easy. They said he is a ranker, but I guess a real veteran can make anyone piss their pants. After all, Korea is just a shadow of Japan. Thirty Japanese yers took the lead. But just one of them. As Takeshi felt like he had been caught, he couldnt move forward But it was only for a moment. Soon after, all yers from the Samurai Guild entered the Labyrinth. And the Fathers of Fighting guild members were shocked. K-Kang Jin-hyuk? Are you saying you want to go with them? Kim Gitae and Lee Young-kwon were shocked as Jin-hyuk nodded his head. He then posed a question. If we hadnt let them back then, would Mr. Kim Gitae have prevented them from entering thebyrinth? O-of course. We would have stopped them. Then those people would be alive and breathing. That cannot be allowed. Uh? Both of them looked shocked as they realized what Jin-hyuk meant. Like I said. With their skills, they cannot survive. How could they believe in a fake veteran and try to deal with the Medusa? They probably didnt even have a n, right? Their entire guild just believed in Takeshi. Conversely, the guy believed in the guild. They would just hold on to each other as they dropped into hell. It was enough for them to stand back and watch the Japanese die. Because the fools ahead had their heads filled with pride. At first, I would send them in with nice words. It wasnt like he was pushing them into a trap. No matter how hated people were, death wasnt the way out. But If you dont realize the situation and put your spoon in another persons rice bowl it means you should pay the right price for it. A cold voice. The smile and obedient figure had vanished. Fathers of Fighting and Samurai. A total of 62 raiders entered thebyrinth. [You have entered thebyrinth ''Gray Temple (Medusa''s hideout)''] With a brief warning, their vision darkened and then brightened. Jin-hyuk looked around. mes were gushing through the cracks. Various buildings and columns that were reminiscent of Ancient Greece lined the sides. The most striking figures were the stone statues of people who had been transformed. First These are the yers who have challenged thisbyrinth. Shit. This is terrible. Is there no way to revert them? No, and we turn the same if we make eye contact. Petrification, which was a top skill, could not be undone once it was activated. It wasnt for no reason that many yers had be decorations here. Dont worry. I already have a n. Sunsses raised the shield he held. It was an essential item to attack thisbyrinth. The relic Shield of Perseus. Right. He was so confident of this raid because he held a mythical item in addition to the veteran Takeshi. However, Jin-hyuk, who watched this, held back augh. Did he believe in that ande here? In any case, there were always those who thought they could be a celebrity with just one item. Like inventing a program like Bill Gates. Or creating the symbol of an iPhone by looking at a half-eaten apple. No matter how good a relic is, if the person handling it is bad, it wont work. Of course, it would work for a low-level raid. At least in the difficult ruins orbyrinths of the Tower of Trials, those words do not apply. A tie-in item was only an auxiliary tool, not a solution. You work hard in the front, and I will take it easy from behind. Jin-hyuk was happily envisioning it. But at that moment. Woong! Suddenly, his subspace shook. This? Jin-hyuk looked inside and noticed the ck scroll he received from the priest was reacting to something. At the same time. [The condition has been satisfied.] [The second perk for ''First to Conquer the Tower'' hase] A golden status window appeared in front of him. Chapter 99: Gray Temple (3) Chapter 99: Gray Temple (3) The first reward had given him luck and the adaptive stat. And now came the second reward. Is entering thebyrinth after taking the first job quest a trigger? Jin-hyuk gulped. The first reward had been so out of the norm that it had surprised his veteran self. He now had expectations of how good the reward would be this time. It would be a lie if he said he could stay calm. Ill check. He mumbled in a whisper-like voice. Tring! [You have acquired ''Moon Imprint''] [This ability takes effect when the first job quest ispleted.] [Moon Imprint Acquisition Difficulty: Unmeasurable (A reward only for those who climbed the end of the Tower for the first time) Description: Reduces the activation time of all barriers by 25% and increases its effectiveness by 30%. In addition, if you acquire all of the ''Lost Languages'' that were lost in the Tower a long time ago, you will be able to learn the ''Nameless Barrier''.] This Was insane. Jin-hyuk read the status window in shock. He had chosen an unfamiliar job just for the kicks. For Jin-hyuk, a job is just a word added to the status window because he would already earn skills and rewards at a higher level. Therefore, the first job was just a means of soothing his boredom. But All of that had now changed because of the message disyed in the status window. This heterogeneous field would simply be more than just a little interesting. This was a new field that electrified every cell in his body. Jin-hyuk then looked at the end of the status window. The Lost Languages and the Nameless Barrier These were things he had seen before when climbing the Tower. It was one of those things I kept looking for but couldnt find a clue. At that time, he thought they were just mistakes left over by the dev team. It was all an easter egg concept for the first yer who conquered the Tower. Only now did he understand. At the same time, Jin-hyuks heart began to beat quickly. He was now walking on pure white snow, which no one else had ever stepped on. The anticipation was increased because the end of this road was now in reality and not a game. The raid team quickly dealt with the monsters around the entrance and began to head in. Kwakwakwang! Various magic and skills were being used. Kwang! Arge explosion urred as colorful, magical attacks collided together. The inside of thebyrinth was like a battlefield. Tanks, give up on attacking and take defense on both sides! Be mindful of the advance! Never take damage! Dealers, focus your attacks starting from the ones in front! Those who cannot manage their magic get ready to use an attack after the main dealers do! As expected of the top-level elite guilds. Not a single wounded yer could be seen in this fight against the venomous cobras, who were over four meters tall alongside anacondas that could crush steel. Jin-hyuk, who was watching from a distance, liked what he saw. They have quite a lot of rity. The captain was organizing their members well, and the bnce of their attack wasnt bad either. They deserve the fame they have. With this skill Theyd probably survive for two hours. If lucky, one or two yers might survive up to ten hours. Jin-hyuk recalled a few simr cases in his head. Now that he had seen their skills, he could predict what the ending would look like. At that moment. How do you see them in your eyes, Mr. Kang Jin-hyuk? Lee Young-kwon asked from next to him. Uh? What do you mean? A literal question as to how skilled they look. Well, not bad. It seems that they have experience in doing this. But that isnt all, right? Lee Young-kwon asked again as if he expected more. It is like a textbook. Not bad, but not outstanding either. The reason that they are holding on right now is simply that they met a weaker opponent. Of course, the fact that Japans raid system specializes in group battles might y a role in it. Then does it mean that there is a w in it? A w? The problem was that there were too many. Once you looked closely, you could see five or six actively contributing, but the other people werent doing much? If the opponent wasnt a normal monster but a named monster instead, the tanker in the third row from the left would have died. Can you see the instability in the flow of magic through their shield? In addition, the amount of magic used by support is also a huge w. Its probably around 0.7% fatal. 0.7%. Even if such a figure didnt seem like a huge deal, it bes an issue in a prolonged battle. Alternatively, if a battle became so intense that the end had to be decided by one side, a misstep or a mistaken breath would yield an inevitable result. Lee Young-kwon shut his mouth. As expected As expected. Everyone who was watching was admiring the Samurai Guilds practice movement, but he found it strange that Jin-hyuk was watching them with a look of pity. In fact, the yers of Fathers of Fighting were all admiring them too. -Textbook, nothing special. Even while watching a near-perfect raid, this was what he said. -Tank on the left side 3rd row the supporters magic An eye that could identify the weakness from just one battle Such a different way of viewing the battle. Just like an ant on the ground was different from a hawk in the sky. They saw the same scene, but they were viewing it differently. The video uploaded on Viewtube didnt reveal even the tip of the skill that this yer has. He was only showing glimpses of it. The highlights and bits of reality were just tools to catch the subscribers attention. Lee Young-kwon felt goosebumps on his skin. This man was Someone who would perfectly destroy all of the Samurai Guilds yers. A divine beast who could defeat both their guild and might even cut off Medusas head. If possible. It was possible. Thebyrinth attack had just begun, but Lee Young-kwon was already able to see the end of it. The cycle of fierce battles and short breaks was repeated. How long had it been since they entered thebyrinth? A fork appeared in front of the raid team, which was moving forward without hesitation. From this point onwards was a section of thebyrinth where there was no information. Commander. We are here. At the words of the scout, everyone stopped. There were two paths to choose from now. The left side was bright due to mes rising from the floor. The right side was dark enough to strike fear in people. Which side do we go to? Sunsses, no, Samurai Guild raid captain, Maeda asked. Fire and darkness. The future of this raids sess depended on this blind choice. Takeshi slowly moved his eyes to the left and then to the right. And to the left again. Shit. This wasnt in the future that I saw! He had seen a scene of the future beforeing here. There was a fork in the road. However, it was different from the paths being shown right now. There had been rows of columns instead of fire and darkness. Mr. Takeshi? A voice called out to him. Sooner orter, these doubts would be a certainty. That Takeshi licked his lips. He couldnt hold back any longer and had to answer them. As I thought, you chose the left path. A familiar voice intervened. It was Jin-hyuk. Left? Kuak. You are indeed a veteran. Considering the difficulty of the Tower, one would rather take the right side, which looks dangerous. It is a counter invention; however, thisbyrinth is a ce to send people with such a fine head to hell. And you knew that. Jin-hyuk put on an expression of admiration. Takeshi raised his thumb up. R-right. I also attacked this ce in the past with that method. Even on the way to the 30th floor, this kind of forked path choicese up often. Such bullshit. The Tower of Trials wasnt an IQ test. There was no way such things could happen with paths, and this wasnt that kind of game. This wasnt a game that had been developed by a management team pursuing perfection. This was a game that had been randomly created to fuck with people around the world. Jin-hyuk could at least confirm one thing. The level of shiting from this guys mouth was far worse than he thought. I would rather have tarot cards make the decision. At least that would be more reliable. This was really absurd. However, his words were far from his thoughts. Indeed! There are many ces simr to this on the way to the top. Haha! yer Kang Jin-hyuk, too will make it up one day. Of course, it should be one step at a time. Right. And you people just had to take one more step to enter your coffin. Then, do we move? Yes. Everyone, move. Takeshi nodded. Is it really the left path, Mr. Takeshi? Maeda double-checked the decision, just in case. It is right. As yer Kang jin-hyuk said. It isnt umon for the Tower to make traps for us. I understand. It felt like he was being dragged down, but Maeda didnt protest as he had no reason to. This yer had urately pinpointed the location of a hidden dungeon on the 5th floor that hadnt been revealed anywhere. The yer he trusted the most in the guild was Takeshi. The raid team hastened their steps forward. However, as thest member of their team entered the path along the brightly lit road Wheik! Kukuku! The me began to dance and perfectly surrounded the yers on all sides. W-what? Didnt you say that the left side is safe? I-I thought sono, this ismon! Do not worry too much! If we dont move, the mes dont pose a threat to us. Takeshi tried to reassure everyone. Of course, it was of no use. Kwakwakwang! As if to ridicule their supposed future, the red lines of mes began to approach them slowly. Chapter 100: Gray Temple (4) Chapter 100: Gray Temple (4) sh! The iron shield was shredded like paper as the highlypressed me touched it. The magic-infused shield got cut down in one go? Ack! What is thisser! Like they said. This was a meser that cut things down instead of burning. The problem was that there were hundreds of people and the mes came from all directions at the same time, which further reduced the distance. It seemed extremely difficult to avoid all of them. H-how did this happen?! Takeshi was shocked as he looked at Jin-hyuk. Jin-hyuk had been the person who said that the left side was the right choice. Holding on to those words, Takeshi hoped that this wasnt a murderous trap and that there was a way to solve this. However, Jin-hyuk avoided his gaze. Oh my. Whoever was the person who brought us straight into hell. Isnt this the fault of the captain? And naturally, the responsibility was shifted. Takeshi felt like he had been hit with a hammer/ But there was no time to regret it. H-how do we avoid this? They now had to avoid this, not prevent it. Since even the tanks shields couldnt stand it, the fire around them couldnt be stopped. Shit! Everyone run! The yers of the Samurai Guild quickly moved. Their ankles or knees, no matter what was injured or how much they sweated, those yers ran to avoid getting killed. Well, newbies Jin-hyuk smiled at the sight and took out a ck scroll from his subspace inventory. The seal on it was promptly released. Woong! [The first job change quest of the Barrier User begins.] In order to be a barrier user Various exnations were given through the status windows, but Jin-hyuk skipped all of them since he didnt have to see them. As long as he knew what to do, there was no reason to read them. It is about embodying the barrier for the sake of changing jobs. It is as easy as lying down and eating cake. Jin-hyuk concentrated magic on his fingers. Psss! A pure white spark appeared on the tip of his finger. Soon after,rge colorful patterns emerged in the air. It was a barrier with runes on it. [The barrier ''Insufficient Physical Barrier'' is activated!] [You have achieved the first condition of the quest!] Although the modifier of insufficient was attached, the barrier itself was pretty sturdy. There is a limit to what can be used until we get the job. In order to use the real barrier skill, he would have to stay in the library on the Towers first floor and study the runes for at least six months. Of course, using a barrier in battle would take even longer. Even Jin-hyuk, who was immersed in the game, took five years to learn thest level of ancient runes. Right. It isnt a good field. It wasnt ssified as an unpopr job for nothing. He chose virtual reality to escape from reality, but no one enjoyed studying. P-yer Kang Jin-hyuk, what are Magic is it? No. It feels different from what we usually see. Lee Young-kwon and the rest of the yers were shocked at the runes that appeared on the barrier. They had previously seen barriers that were sometimes activated using skills. This was the first time they saw a real barrier activated using runes. However, that sentiment didntst long. Because the stream of fire was now approaching them. Any skill or ability is useless against that. We need to move. Lee Young-kwon threw his shield away to lighten the weight. But then It is fine. You can all just stay still. Jin-hyuk folded his arms in a rxed manner while he looked at the barrier that was forming into a cube. St-stay still? What do you mean? Lee Young-kwon asked, but Jin-hyuk just smiled. And at that moment. Kwakwang! The stream of fire hit the barrier. Kuak! Ack! The yers screamed as they feared their bodies would be cut down once the barrier dropped. But Uh? What is this? We seem fine? There wasnt a single scratch on the surface of the barrier. No, it wasnt at that level. The stream of fire stopped at the surface of the barrier and was now heading in the opposite direction. It was now directed towards the Samurai Guild yers who were jumping and running away. Ah. Sorry! It is going there. Jin-hyuk slightly raised his hand and apologized. No Lee Young-kwon was shocked. The rest of the people watching this scene were also surprised. T-that is. I cannot believe it. There must be yers who have reflector-type skills. As I thought S-rank is different. They knew that Jin-hyuk was amazing from his various videos. Koreas 16th S-ranker. He was a warrior who defeated the guild master of the ck Cloud guild as well as Chun Yuseong. He was also the person who cleared both the 4th and 5th floors. Just listing his achievements would make people go crazy. However, seeing it with their own eyes was an entirely different feeling from watching the video. Ba-dump! Everyones hearts began to beat rapidly. This was the sense of stability they could feel from being next to a top ranker. There were deadlysers in front of the barrier, but none felt even a little bit of danger. And at that moment. Ill see you soon. Jin-hyuk moved as if he was getting out of the barrier. Ugh!? W-wait, yer Kang Jin-hyuk! Wait! Uh? The trap isnt finished yet. Right. It is dangerous to leave now. They all pointed out how the yers of the Samurai Guild were dying. They were all trying to avoid the me that was killing them, but they could not hold out for long. I am incredibly good at timing, so dont worry. Besides, if we dodge 300 times in a row without taking damage, we can get an item. The item was called [Burning mes]. The challenge would give out special items, which would be helpfulter, and this was a decently high-end copy Well. Was there a person brave enough to challenge this? Jin-hyuk smiled and looked around. It is fine. Kang Jin-hyuk, best of luck. We will just watch from behind. Even if they were told that they would get an item, they didnt feel the urge to step out of the barrier. Newbies these days have no guts. Clench! Jin-hyuk loosened his joints and walked out the barrier. Dozens of the me streams were gathering, but it simply looked cute in a veterans eyes. The fast-tempo music began ying in his head. Drop the beat! Jin-hyuk began to move in earnest. Three to the left, three to the right, next I run and I forward and roll, right? They were gaps that a person could barely pass through. This time he decided that he needed to break through despite a single mistake leading to death. Yet, the tension in Jin-hyuks face wasnt something other humans would show. Haha I have nothing to say. Lee Young-kwon mumbled with a disappointed expression. He had proved his worth in the arena on the 5th floor. He had even received expectations from various media outlets. I cannot imagine this. He could see and feel the precise movements and confidence. Beyond all that, there was simply an attitude that showed he enjoyed all this. At this moment, he thought that there would be no one else who would excel beyond this man. This was why team leader Kim Gitae said we should be willing to take losses. Lee Young-kwon had been told one thing beforeing in here. A request to give up all the benefits they could get from this raid. At first, Kim Gitae also said he wanted to ce a condition advantageous to the guild, but soon decided this was the right choice for the bigger future. It was a story that was hard to ept. Rewards, honors, exclusivity. Who would believe if the secondrgest guild in Korea had to give up this much? There were many cases ofrge groups that showed their greed, but where would you find a case where those groups gave up the advantage. But the reason The higher-ups are wise. Lee Young-kwon was able to realize it. The mes were extinguished after 30 minutes. The sweat was worth the reward. Jin-hyuk fiddled with a strange-looking red jewel. It was the [Burning mes]. That went quite smoothly. Everything had gone as nned. Now, if they dealt with the Medusa, all the materials needed to make that item would be gathered. There wasnt much left to reach the goal. But How many people survived? Jin-hyuk put the item back into his subspace and moved his gaze to the Samurai Guild. Huk. Huk. Huk. My my arm! I have no arm! Ackk! Yo Yoshida is dead! Damn it! Look for the injured and the dead right now! I mean, dont move the injured! The situation wasnt good. Not a single one was fine among those who hade with such confidence. Only the excellent Maeda and Takeshi, who had been desperately protected, had left the trap with minor injuries. Watching those burned-out faces was the best. Even more so if they were arrogant. May the souls of the deceased be in peace. This barrier is only for 30 people, so we cannot let theme in unless we send ours out. Jin-hyuk approached the Samurai Guild and offered his heartfelt condolences. This you damned bastard! Maeda jumped up. Perhaps because his eyebrows had been scorched by the heat, but Maeda gave out a fragrant smell. Uh? Do not say uh with that innocent expression! The fact that none of the Koreans were hurt means that you knew about the existence of the trap and prepared for it. Am I wrong? Well. I kind of knew. But is that a problem? Is-is that a problem? Are you actually saying! That is what I am saying! ept that you insisted oning into thebyrinth to which the Fathers of Fighting had rights. Also, I dont know why you are mad at us when you were the ones who followed the decision of a veteran who went up to the 30th floor. Shut up! Even so, people were dying right before your eyes, and you didnt even bother saying them. You have no sympathy for people! Sympathy? That was bullshit. Being able to spit out such words in this kind of ce made him look like an idiot. But He could understand it. Normally, when one goes through so much radiation, their minds go hazy. The movies showed that once a person was exposed to radiation, they might turn into superheroes. In reality, youre more likely to end up with leukemia and go bald. That was how hard life was. what? Maeda was at a loss of words. With a nk face, he pondered on what he needed to say for a few seconds. How dare you say such things. Have you lost it? Dont you know that this is a diplomatic situation! Diplomatic situation? Jin-hyuk looked down on him. The guy must have misunderstood something. I am not a politician. Diplomacy and all that shit were something that only the upper-ss people cared about. Finally You shouldnt be talking to me. The trap isnt done yet. Jin-hyuk said coldly. Kukuku! The scattered mesers began to gather at one point. In a moment, as short as a blink. The mes that had surrounded them inyers formed in a single space. Shhh! What appeared was a giant snake made of mes. Chapter 101: Medusa Raid (1) Chapter 101: Medusa Raid (1) 1. 50% of the raid must be killed by the traps. 2. One person from the raid must clear the trap without suffering damage to obtain the Burning me. The fire-breathing snake was a trap that was activated when both of these conditions were met at the same time. The interesting thing is that this one is named. The other guys in thebyrinth should be aware of our existence by now. W-what do you no! Maedas pupils dted rapidly as he listened to the exnation. Still, he was quick to notice it. Right. This means that we will have to deal with not just this one but also Medusa at the same time. Unlike the otherbyrinths, the Gray Temple had the characteristic of a moving boss monster, not one that stayed in a single room. Well, just by looking at the stone statues near the entrance, it was easy to infer that Medusa was freely moving in here. Of course, no matter what kind of possibilities they had thought of, they couldnt have expected a named monster and the boss toe at the same time. At that moment. A sharp sound rang out. Kiik! It was ten meters tall,rge enough to reach the ceiling of thebyrinth. The zing red snake looked at the yers as it flitted its tongue. Well, it cannot be helped. It must have wanted to interrupt them when it saw them talking. Right. Even if we didnt act out, we were going toe for you. Jin-hyuk raised his head. [Fire Breathing Snake Level: 55 Description: Medusa''s pet snake. Its whole body is made of mes, so no physical attacks will work on it. Additionally, it can breathe fire that its body has built up, and in a narrow ce, it has the power reminiscent of a dragon''s breath, so be careful.] Jin-hyuk activated the Eye of Gluttony as he read the detailed description. Level 55 was on the low side but not something he could just simply look down on. This was because he could only deal damage using magic attacks, and it also had a breath attack that worked well in this narrow space. I-I havent prepared yet. Maedas voice trembled. The Samurai Guild raid teams current state was near destruction. It was impossible for them to deal with the snake now. Far from taking up a formation, no one even had the strength to lift a weapon. Uh Takeshi also had an expression on his face as if he was about to lose consciousness from fear. It seemed like he didnt see this scene in his vision. Fine This seemed to be sufficient for Jin-hyuk to take charge in the direction. Now that we have grasped the topic, shall we head back to doing the calctions? What? What calctions? What was he so surprised by? The rtionship between the two had been decided, and now was the time to write a contract. Hand over the Shield of Perseus. Wouldnt it be better for me to use it than someone who doesnt know how? Pearls on a pigs neck were a waste, especially if their lives were at stake. What Jin-hyuk suggested was a chance for them to live. However, Maeda was not willing to ept those words. W-what bullshit! What is thisno, damn it! You must be some kind of idiot to think I would hand relics over for free! Is that so? Such a pity. Still, he had been given a chance as a human. It wasnt like Jin-hyuk was the one kicking him forward. Then, the shield will be taken from your corpse. Jin-hyuk coldly drew a final line. At the same time Kukuku! The moisture in the air began to evaporate. Their lips were bing dry as their skin paled. Even the vision through their eyes was beginning to blur. A fireball manifested itself in the jaws of the snake. [''Fire Breathing Snake'' activates Lv15 ''Spear of Destruction''!] A-avoid it! Maeda eximed urgently. But where would they even escape? This was a straight passage. Ackkkk! S-save me! The human instinct of survival at any cost and the reality of no chance of survival were mixed together. At that moment. Kwakwakwang! The red sphere was condensed into a single point andunched out. It ising! Just how is This is bad. Lee Young-Kwon and the other yers of Fathers of Fighting Guild were shocked. It seemed like nothing could stop the fire froming, but at that moment. [Lv8 ''cier Formation'' is activated!] Arge ice crystal appeared in front of them. Jin-hyuk. The pure white runes took on a bluish glow when cier Formation was applied over the barrier. The skills defensive properties were being used. This wouldnt block a real dragons breath, but it would surely stop the breath of a mere snake. The members of the Fathers of Fighting guild would be safe with this. Shit! Maeda also hid behind the Shield of Perseus. Psss! The relics effect was activated as a pink curtain spread around Maeda. But The range was too smallpared to Jin-hyuks barrier. This thing would barely be able to protect two or three people. Everyone took a deep breath. At the same time, fear spread through them. Chik! A thin haze rose from the ground. The yers of the Samurai Guild, who were turned into lumps of charcoal, were scattered like handfuls of ash. It had happened so quickly that none of them even felt pain. However, it was probably fortunate that they died so quickly. Uh. Ack! Maeda screamed at the horrendous burns on his body. At least he had some mana left, so his life was fine, but any other ordinary yer would have stopped breathing right away. See, I told you. It will be better to hand over the relic you dont know how to use. He wouldnt have to die if he had just handed it over. Yet he still went and dug his own grave? If you want to resent someone, me yourself. Sympathy? Jin-hyuk didnt have such things since they were the ones who had crossed the line. Moreover, his Cold Heart nature made him even more merciless to his enemies. Perhaps all of these defensive skills were just to save himself. To survive. To climb to the top of the Tower and prevent the destruction of mankind. He had to get rid of everything which would bring trouble to him. We can have a break until the next breathes, so before that Jin-hyuk approached Maeda just before he lost consciousness, and the cold air was blown into the shield that had fallen on the ground. Thick smoke rose from it. The shields surface, which had turned red to the heat, became cold. [Shield of Perseus Acquisition Difficulty: S (Red) Description: A hero of mythology. This was a relic used by Perseus against Medusa. Although it is a shield that boasts overwhelming defense power, Athena, the owner of the shield, also values the qualification of the person using it. Depending on the yer''s skill and potential, the shield''s stats are applied differently.] This was why, despite being a relic used by a god, it had been unable to stop the breath of a snake. Only those who have proven themselves can use the shield. Well, this is what it means anyway. Jin-hyuk grabbed the shield tightly. It felt hot, and he could feel the magic from the shield rising to the fore. The shield was responding. Unlike just a moment ago, it roared joyfully at having met the right owner. It was then. W-what are you? Takeshi, who had no wounds, thanks to being behind Maeda, opened his mouth. His voice trembled. He couldnt help it. He had used his skill to see what happened ahead, but he couldnt even get a glimpse of the future of Jin-hyuk. No matter how imperfect the ability is, even the slightest glimpse of the future has to be shown. No matter how it looked, he should be able to see something, even if it was from a few hours or a few decades. But for some reason, Jin-hyuks future was dark, as if covered by a ck curtain. He didnt know why. What was certain was that this man was unlike any other yer he had ever met. Answer me. You. What do you have to do with this Tower? Why? It is strange that you dont know despite having the eye. Jin-hyuk smiled. ! You know about my abilities? Seeing through a unique ability was something no one had information on until now. So what was this? I cannot believe this. That power, that ability. It isnt something humans can have. Right. No matter how much I think, it is impossible. Right. Jin-hyuk shrugged his shoulders and casually added another sentence. Because I am one of the beings at the top of this Tower. One of the beings at the top of the Tower. Takeshi had to think for a moment until he came to a realization. No! Was it that? If it was, then everything made sense. That absurd power, those abilities that he possessed. And even the future he was unable to see. He isnt a human but a god. Through his ability, Takeshi had seen the gods in an unknown ce within the Tower. Those beings whose atmosphere and voices were enough to strike fear into anyone. It was a scene so far away from reality. He hadnt told anyone in the guild, but he was sure he would eventually meet one of those beings in person. A human body could not deal with such a meeting. The feeling of going against a God, beings that could turn a humans existence into nothing. Ba-dump! His heart began to pound loudly as his body felt like it would copse. I-I dared to do such Takeshi shook his head with a pale face as his body began trembling in fear. Puah! Jin-hyuk, who saw this, barely held back hisughter. He almostughed out loud. After all, if you peek into the upper floors, you are easily deceived. The Gods were bullshit. If I were a God, would I be going up one floor at a time? Wouldnt he have just created an elevator from the 1st to 50th floor and moved up at high speed? They said that if you had a defective mind, then the body would suffer. He now realized that adults said those words for a reason. Jin-hyuk calmed his expression. The only reason why this guy had a position in the Samurai Guild was that there was a use in him being able to see the future. Ah. Wait a minute. Before that Kiiik! The second breath was fired. A terrifying fire once again approached them. However, this time Jin-hyuk stopped it with one light gesture. [''Possible Attribute Barrier'' is activated] [You have achieved the second condition for the 1st job selection.] Kwaang! Ice and fire collided. This was only possible due to the link between Jin-hyuks skill and his barrier. In the eyes of Takeshi, however, this was the power of God. T-this! Dont be surprised by this much. Can I ask you another question? O-Of course! I came down because I was curious about the ecology of humans, but there are many things I dont know. And the rules of The Tower are quite annoying. No matter how much of a God I am, it doesnt let me move on my own will. I mean, there is a constraint restraining my power. There was nothing funnier than saying that the rules dont help him to avoid annoying questions from the opponent. And he wouldnt even realize. What does he even know to realize I am lying? This n had so much usibility that anyone would believe it. Anything he said would work if this guy believed in God. In that sense, I would like to ask for a favor. Jin-hyuk brought out the main point with a smile. Chapter 102: Medusa Raid (2) Chapter 102: Medusa Raid (2) Godhood. Such a term referred to the absolute beings that existed within the Tower. They looked down at humans from their seats high above to search for useful talent. All to expand their realms on the upper floors of the Tower. But Such a being wanted to ask him for a favor? Takeshis body trembled slightly. His mouth began to wriggle up into a smile as if he couldnt control his ecstasy. This is an opportunity of a lifetime. This was like the saying that one should withstand everything the world threw just for that one eventual chance. Once such a chancees, do all you can to catch it. Indeed, that is the reason why he is unusually strong. It didnt make sense otherwise that he could easily pass the rankers of therge guilds. His strength was at a level that broke pastmon sense, and he had attained it without the help of other yers. But That feeling of difort disappeared once Jin-hyuk said he was one of the gods from above. All of this just had to be some kind of entertainment. The Gods are beings which cannot be judged by human standards. Kwakwang. Even this moment where he had built an ice barrier to block the snakes breath was something to be admired. On the other side, his other barrier was also protecting the yers of the other guild in this raid. Takeshis worries didntst long. He became convinced as to which side to take to survive this situation. If it is a favor, may I ask what we are talking about? It is said that your guild picked up a fun item a while back. That item yes. A cherished relic considered one of Japans three sacred divine items. N-No! Right. Exactly that. That is what I want. It was a relic obtained by the Samurai Guild while attacking a ruin. The Sword of Kunashi, in other words, the Kusanagi no Tsurugi. Go and bring it to sate Jin-hyuks greed. B-But it is kept inside the guild. It is difficult to get unless one is a guild master Takeshi blurted out. A relic was a treasure possessed by each guild. It was a symbol of power that could not be surrendered. Of course, the security around it would be strict. I know it isnt easy. But wouldnt a human I choose be able to fulfill such a request even if it was difficult? The important thing here was to gently praise the target. Persuade him that he was a unique human being so he would get it done. The praise of a god. No one wouldnt let such words get into their heads. I thank you for that, but A short moment passed. Now, as the finale in this attempt to shake him. A method used when selling goods or making a contract was to use a lot of jargon to ensure the other persones under control. It was quite an effective method, especially in this case. Right now, the Nordic hammerhead is ying quack with the wolf cub over Ragnarok. But unexpectedly, our side is behind. He referred to Thor, a god of Norse mythology, as well as bits of the final war of Ragnarok. This story would make the Nordic godse after him if they heard about it. They would probably get angry and descent. Should I say that it is difficult for another nation to exert power in a ce where the World Tree is influential? So we need as many relics as possible? Sigh Takeshi looked dumbfounded at the information that he had been given. But that confusionsted for only a moment. Alright. The sword I will make sure to get it. Trust me. Okay. Before we leave, I will give you a special stigma. To be precise, the Stigma of the Soul. It is a kind of contract but not too risky. If you betray me, you will burn alive. But you will not betray me, right? I-I wont. Takeshi nodded with a stiff face. He had no intention of betraying Jin-hyuk after all that had happened. Who would cut away a golden thread that wanted to stick to them? It will not hurt, so do not be afraid. Jin-hyuk put his index finger onto Takeshis chest. [Lv5 ''Stigma of the Soul'' is activated.] A red stigma was activated. Nice. With this, a faithful intern inside a veteran rivals ce was born on the Japanese side. Since the contract was alsopleted, there would be no use even if Takeshi realized the truthter. Then, lets go. I need to take care of the snake. Jin-hyuk turned around. The snake was already exhaling its breath attack for the 4th time. The mes temperature was dropping due to the amount of mana needed to use the attack. Kiaaak! Had the snake taken drugs or something? It kept on screaming. Still, since Im being called a god, I cant show a struggle here. He had paid a lot of attention to perfectly imitating the divine. If he couldnt even overpower one monster, wouldnt his words just sound like bullshit? Srng! Chang! Jin-hyuk slowly pulled out his Twin Dragon Swords that now shone in the mes. If it can be finished in one hit There was a way. It was the skill that had burst through the named monster on the 3rd floor in one shot. However, it had high magic consumption, so he couldnt use it carelessly. But there was no other time like this to show off his presence. Jin-hyuk gathered his magic. Psss! Blue magic began to cover his des. An indescribable light began to fill the narrow path. Kiiik! Even the snake realized something unusual was happening and lowered its posture. At that moment. [cier Formation ''Sword of the Sky'' is activated!] A stream of ice fell from the sky. [cier Formation ''Sword of the Land'' is activated!] A stream of ice also rose from the ground, and the two streams made contact. There were no more flickering mes. In front of everyones eyes, there was just a massive pir of ice that had taken the shape of a snake. T-that is huge. Takeshi gulped at the sight of this overwhelming power. Even named monsters of the lower floors were just punching bags for Jin-hyuk. That was how strong he was. This had happened due to doing his best to grow his magic and strength. Not bad. Jin-hyuk looked at the ice statue with an expressionless face. Takeshi looked at Jin-hyuk with shock on his face. For Jin-hyuk, however, this wasnt a surprising result. This is just the 2nd round, but of course, I had to showcase this level of power. If he hadnt done this, he had no right to call himself a veteran. Why arent you going? Ah-nothing. I was worried what we will do with them Takeshi turned back to the yers behind the barrier. He seemed concerned that they were eavesdropping on their conversation. He wanted to be the only recipient of this favor. A man whose greed filled him to the throat. It would be easier to deal with that. The barrier protecting the Fathers of Fighting team does block sight and sound. If they see us talking after it drops, wont they think it is strange? We arent close enough to chat casually, are we? Jin-hyuk added a brief exnation. In other words, they had to end this act before anyone witnessed it further. After all, the Japanese yers were wiped out, so no one would be surprised if Takeshi ran now. Ahsuch a meaning? Right. Lets leave right now. Takeshi nodded and then moved alone back to the direction where he hade. At the same time Woong! The ice-covered barrier disappeared. The vision that had been momentarily lost was returned as the Fathers of Fighting raid team walked out of the barrier. Everyone, get ready for battle! Damn it! Focus your skills on attack uh? W-what happened here? Gasp! No way. The snake? Everyone was shocked. After the breath attack, their barrier had been covered up, which didnt allow them to see or hear anything. It was like being trapped in an airtight box. So many things had changed when they finally managed toe out. yer Kang Jin-hyuk did you get rid of it? Lee Young-kwon asked him. He had asked the question despite knowing the answer. Yes. It is morefortable to deal with this thing alone than to fight with a group. I see. A monster that had wiped out the elite raid team of arge guild was defeated instantly by a single yer? And the man didnt have a single wound on him? How strong is this man? Lee Young-kwon bit his lip slightly as he was filled with surprise. Can we even get a little bit closer to him? They were just a ticket to legally enter thebyrinth. To Jin-hyuk, that was the only meaning of the Fathers of Fighting. It was an indirect invitation to get on the bus and then get out at thest point. Clench! His fist trembled with anger and shame at himself. However, no matter how fierce his anger was, this was an undeniable reality. Lee Young-know himself knew better than anyone that this was why they had gone ahead with this raid. Phew. First, Lets do some maintenance. We will talkter, work first But just as Lee Young-kwon was about to speak further. Shhhh! The sound of something moving and rubbing against the ground could be heard. It filled them with a creepy feeling. Is it here? Jin-hyuk quickly felt its arrival. That intense sensation of magic tingled the body. Ugh. And then, through the pirs You are a human being that wont be hurt by my pets attack. You were also able to find my location. Interesting. I havent been this excited in a long time. A shrill voice. That was the master of thebyrinth and a magical beastmonly seen as a viin in myths. Medusa. B-Boss! Shit! Do not look her in the eye! Floor! Look at the floor! The tales of Medusas eyes turning the beholder into stone were known far and wide. Nevertheless, thebyrinth hadnt been sessfully conquered until now because of how difficult it was to deal with this opponent despite knowledge of its abilities. Kill the boss without making eye contact? How easy was that? Fighting the most crucial fight with your eyes closed? It is said that they would not turn into stone if they had something in front of them, but that was no different from a handicap. After all, the core of this raid was on the individuals and not the many. And it was now up to Jin-hyuk. It is you. That human? Medusa asked as she looked at Jin-hyuk with a smile. Her reflection on the Shield of Perseus was quite bloody. Huhuhu. Dont look through that iron, but see me for yourself. It isnt polite to avoid the eyes of ady. She did sound like ady. Even if Medusa looked like a youngdy, one shouldnt get fooled by her friendly attitude. Because she had the characteristics of a snake and preyed on anything she saw. I will refrain from the ravenousdy who devours people. I can understand one person, one chicken policy, but one snake, one person is quite scary. Oh my, you seem quite well versed. Of course, he knew. How can we not know about the unfortunate princess who lost all her sisters? At those words. You. Swish. The atmosphere of the room changed rapidly. Chapter 103: Medusa Raid (3) Chapter 103: Medusa Raid (3) In Greek mythology, Medusa was known to have two more sisters. The immortal goddesses, Steno and Euryale. They are also stronger than Medusa. Therefore, the gods of Olympus, thinking their mighty power would be a threat in the future, buried the two sisters deep in a volcano. There they were burnt alive while living forever, eternally cursing their immortal bodies. Of course, this setting only existed in the Tower of Trials and not in real-world mythology. However, perhaps it could also be said that the original source was a lie? In a way, its ironic. Well, that is basically what life is all about. Fiction became a reality, and appropriate strategies needed to be made in this distorted reality. Like right now. How dare you utter those words right now! Kukuku! The body of Medusa began to swell up. Ahem! Kuak! W-what strong magic The yers from the Fathers of Fighting Guild gasped around him. The energy let out by Medusa constricted their whole body, making them unable to lift even one finger. It was as if puppies were standing in front of a ravenous tiger. Such was the extent of her force. Rumble! The yers didnt even dare to raise their swords and shield and simply continued to bow their heads. But one among them refused. I cannot fall apart like this. Lee Young-kwon gritted his teeth. The Tower of Trials had be a reality, and they were only two months into the ascent. No matter how much they had leveled up and gone around the dungeons, they had no choice but to feel like young chicks. That meant that he stillcked the determination and experience needed to fight with his life on the line. This was also why not everyone in prestigious guilds could be brave. I know. What weck. But Humans were adaptive animals. When they are thrown into an absurd situation, they grow ording to it. They could not simply act weak and groan all the time! Attack at once! Do not back down! Lee Young-kwon shouted his orders. As his Collective Command ability was activated, a golden cloud spread around Lee Young-kwons body. [Raid morale increased by 30%] [All ATK and DEF increased by 10%] The dazzling energy removed the force Medusa exerted on the raid team. It was then that they raised their weapons. Damn it! Either way, well die! Right. We also have pride. We cannot leave everything to yer Kang Jin-hyuk! As expected, we entered thepetition with a ratio of 1000 to 1~ All types of magic were turned towards Medusa at once. The attack they had poured their whole magic into carried the hopes of achieving victory. The light was filled with a multitude of dazzling lights. Kwang! Puang! Larger crates were formed on the marble floor as debris fell from the wall. A thickyer of dust rose from the spot that had suffered concentrated attacks. It was proof of the enormity of the magic that had been used. But That was all. No matter how many of their best skills were used, it wasnt enough to inflict damage on monsters of such caliber. Really, humans are such an ungrateful race. Cant you see I am talking to this cheeky man right now? Medusa couldnt hide her annoyed expression as a red me ignited from the whip in her hands. Swish! The whipunched in an instant towards a tanker that was standing at the front. Kuak! The tank raised their shield. You want to stop it? Did your eyes only see me as an idiot who only used petrification? The power of a snake that could crush even the spine of a beast was another of Medusas abilities. The whip was wholly wrapped around the body of the tank yer. And Crack! Ack! His shield and iron armor copsed in a single blow. Naturally, the person inside had also been mangled to the point of being unrecognizable. Thick blood gushed out of the crushed corpse. Medusas blood-dyed body sent a silent warning to the other yers. Dont take a chance and try to intervene while she is busy dealing with her prey. Ugh A t-tank cant even withstand one attack The morale that had risen as an effect of Collective Command evaporated instantly. It was inevitable. There had been no effect even after they had used all of their magic. Instead, the opponent had even crushed a tank with just one move. This was a fight they had no chance of winning. It would be like hitting a rock with an egg if they kept trying. Get out of here, you bastards. None of you have the required appearance to be a statue for me. The whip moved once more. To wipe out the others who had lost their morale. No matter how hard we try. Lee Young-kwon kept his mouth shut. But Kwang! The whip that had moved in a straight line bounced off something. The weapon that had seemed to be impossible to stop had been blocked. Dont the teachers in Greek schools also teach you not to bully the weak? Jin-hyuk clicked his tongue while holding his shield. He had nned to prepare a trap to catch Medusa after entrusting the fight to Lee Young-kwon had there been enough time. However, looking at the level difference, he thought it would only end up with a pile of corpses. T-thank you for saving me. I will take care of the angry worm. The captain will immediately take the raid team out of thebyrinth. Jin-hyuk made the line clear once more. Those who were helpful could stay, but none qualified for that. He clearly showed where each of them belonged between the guild and him. Lee Young-kwon trembled in his own helplessness, but only for a moment. It would be arrogance, not courage if he showed anger here. He needed to figure this out on his own. I wish you luck, yer Kang Jin-hyuk. Lee Young-kwon bowed briefly. Medusa didnt make her move until the other yers withdrew. This man was an interesting prey for her. And she focused all her attention on Jin-hyuk. Is the angry earthworm you are referring to me? Haha. Since I am from the department of physiology, it is difficult to distinguish between reptiles and arthropods. Dont they both crawl around? Oh. I will not give you a graceful death if you make me angry. Are you going to continue trying your luck with that mouth? I am sorry, but I dont n on dying here. Actually, I dont think it is dangerous enough for me to die here. Jin-hyuk was fine. On the other hand, Medusas face became even more distortedpared to the beginning of their encounter. Why was he deliberately provoking her? The answer was simple. There was a final condition to change this fight. It was all about capturing the boss within a barrier. And for that [Medusa activates Lv10 Gorgon''s Realm''!] Woong! Magic spread out and covered the whole temple. Thats right, it was essential to goad Medusa into activating this skill. and she fell for it. It was a skill that slowed down any unique anomalous movements instead of maximizing attack power. The Gorgon Realm was a double-edged sword. Of course, from Medusas point of view, she must have thought a single human wouldnt be able to do any damage to her. She had transformed countless humans into stone thus far. No wonder she was confident. But isnt there a saying like this? When one continued to win, it simply meant the right opponent hadnt arrived yet. You shouldnt be arrogant about what newbies are. Cheeky human! I will eat you alive! Medusa spat out a purple liquid. Since the Gorgon Realm also gave her a stacked buff effect, the acid liquid she spat out now had the power to corrode anything it touched instantly. Right, she is aiming for my legs Was it because a snake tended to eat fresh prey? Medusa always aimed for the legs. Jin-hyuk concentrated magic on his legs. Tat! As the Sword Demon Emperors Steps manifested, Jin-hyuks body vanished like smoke. Jin-hyuk moved over Medusas head a single step faster than the liquid from her mouth touching the floor. Jin-hyuk perfectly grabbed her by the back of her neck Woong! Ancient runes began to appear in the air. [The barrier ''Sealing Coffin'' is activated!] Naturally, a fairlyplicated technique was needed to trap a boss. This was why he hadnt enjoyed using barriers in battle. That was because, no matter how experienced Jin-hyuk was, it was never easy to control the runes and the amount of magic he needed. A blue veil wrapped around Medusa. Do you think you can stop me with such a wall? Medusa swung her whip. Kwakwang! One side of the barrier was smashed in an instant. Hmm. Again, it was too much to ask to create a barrier that could confine a boss in just a few seconds. He would need to stand still for at least a few minutes, not just mere seconds. At that moment. Jin-hyuk stopped using the Sword Demon Emperor Steps. At the same time, he strengthened his arms using the Giant Grasp. Shhh! Medusas face expressed her scorn. From her point of view, reinforcement-type skills that simply increased ones strength were an ability that was too easy to deal with. To fight head on head.. Her expression softened a bit, and so did her tone. The thought of not killing him didnt even cross her mind. This was probably close to a desire to eat a human while ying around at the same time. Even through the reflection of the shield, her intentions were clearly conveyed. Is it the end of running around like a fly? Just say what you want. It is a pretentious way of speaking because you cannot get used to it. Huhu. Dont be too cold. You got angry because of one hit. Medusaughed softly. But, what are you doing to strengthen those weak arms? Surely you didnt think you could defeat me with that one skill, right? Weak? Jin-hyuk tilted his head. Well. He had only used this skill once, but it wasnt weak. Above all, the rift and adaptive stats were also active. The Giant Grip was far more useful than just simply a tool to hold something. It is too far. Jin-hyuk stretched out his hands, and his fingertips made contact with something at the right moment. Puak! His fingers dug into a 5-meter-long stone pir. Look at you. It seems like thedy is quite confident when ites to strength. After all, I wont seem to be leaving you anytime soon. So lets try it. Which side could y longer? Y-You ignorant Medusa raised her head. Kwang! Pop! Jin-hyuk wielded the pir that he had pulled out while Medusa smashed at the pir with her whip. It was a simple battle of strength. It was obvious, right? It was without a doubt What? Medusa felt a strange sense of difort. A strange feeling of stickiness around her body. The reason was soon revealed. the attack has no killing intent? Right. The pir wielded by the opponent was faithful to the purpose of the user wielding it, but there was no intent to kill the opponent. Come to think of it. He couldnt be Medusa frowned. You, fucking squirrel! She shouted out loud. Through the shield, she could see the opponent smiling. Oh, you arent as stupid as I thought. Such a pity. Maybe you would have noticed this a little sooner if you had a little more brain? The card Jin-hyuk prepared was activated. Chapter 104: Medusa Raid (4) Chapter 104: Medusa Raid (4) Using the Giants Grasp to use a pir as a weapon was a kind of performance. One meant to attract the attention of others. The one who deceives the opponent is also the best visually. Jin-hyuk smiled. It wasnt for nothing that the magicians always captivated the audiences attention with their shy outfits and antiques. If such a gap of captivation could be created, then any kind of boss could be taken down. Uh, when how can you joke like this! Medusa looked down and gritted her teeth. Runes were drawn with blood. It was a technique done using the blood of the tanker she had killed. Medusa tried to move back, but it was toote. I made this specifically for you. If he could not confine her using an intermediate barrier. Then all it took was to use up the wholend here and Woong! Arge rune formation that was drawn on the floor shined brightly. Breaking it will not be easy. That was a known fact. Because this was of apletely different scale. Woong! [A 3-star (level) barrier ''Sealed Coffin'' is activated!] A modifier that only appeared when the proper process and magic werebined. For the first time, a barrier with a star level was activated. Nice. Jin-hyuk nodded as he looked at the shining light. He had been a little worried since he had used his feet to draw this, but his body remembered the runes well. Wasnt there a saying that even if ones form died, the ss was eternal? Trapped within the square barrier, Medusa screamed. Akkkk! Let me go right now! Kwang! Kwang! Bang! Even if she used her whip or bashed it with her tail, the barrier didnt budge. As was said before, it wasnt easy to break down. There was a way to destroy this barrier, but if someone only tried to break it down with ignorant force, then it wouldnt break even after a thousand years. A barrier was a delicate thing. Jin-hyuk nced over. Now that the boss was locked inside, the status window should appear that indicated the quest was sessful. At that moment. Tring! Several status windows appeared. [Third Condition has been met.] [You have seeded in achieving the 1st job of a Barrier User.] [Because you seeded in trapping the highest level boss monster among the options, the ''hidden job quest'' is activated!] [You have changed your job to a higher level job, the ''Rune Interpreter''!] No way.! Right! I knew it would happen like this! Jin-hyuk cheered at this announcement. The quest description had indicated that he needed to lock up a boss monster as a condition for the job. However, there was no clear indication of how strong the boss needed to be. Naturally, like bean sprouts sprouting in a drought-stricken ce, yers who chose the Barrier User job always look for the weakest book to fulfill the 3rd condition. A goblin or slime on the 1st floor, something that was easy to catch. Right. That isnt a boss at all. Few people would choose a difficult path over the easy one. However A veteran wouldnt take the easy way. Even in a situation where there was no information and more difficulty, they would try to get more than what was expected of them. The more difficult the situation, the more reluctant other people would be to attempt it. And that would bring in a bigger reward. That assumption was proven right. Ba-dump! His heart pounded at this. It couldnt be helped. The game had been released for 11 years, but not a single yer had gotten a hidden job. As he had dealt with Medusa, the most challenging target that the Gray Temple could give as a quest, he had expected additional rewards. He also hoped that there would be a hidden one too. This is something I didnt know before. However, being surprised with a p to the back of the head was always weed with such a pleasant reward. Jin-hyuk clenched his fist. First, lets check the contents. It should be good if it was a hidden job, but the details needed to be checked. Jin-hyuk gulped as he began to read the lines in the status window. [Rune Interpreter Acquisition Difficulty: Overrank Description: If a barrier can be built using an existing rune, the rune interpreter can realize the essence of the rune and reinterpret it to create a barrier that had never existed before. The understanding of all things through runes. That is the essence of the ability of an interpreter. The barrier created by the Rune Interpreter has twice the performance of a normal barrier, and it will not be easy for anyone other than the caster to understand its structure, let alone break it.] Huh This was excellent. Out of all the descriptions he had seen, this was the one he liked the most. The point was that this job went well with any veteran who knew how to use it. The best conditions to be strong! It is difficult to destroy A yful smile formed on Jin-hyuks lips. At the same time, countless scenarios shed through his mind. Looking at this, he would be able to put someone he hated into a barrier and see them lose their hair one strand at a time. It would also be fun to put a barrier over a treasure chest that belonged to another to watch them scream. Well It would be fun to block a toilet too. In the case of Elise, we can put chicken and beer inside the barrier. Chun Yuseong should he get a barrier ced over the sword he loved so much. They were quite thrilling thoughts, to be honest. Of course, he wouldnt do pranks behind their backs, nor would he do everything he could think of. Still, there are endless ways to use it. One choice was to gain the interest of the Tower and create a huge ripple effect with it. Furthermore [''Moon Imprint'' will be engraved] Tss! With a short message, a white engraving appeared that covered the space from Jin-hyuks wrist to his shoulder. It was a medium that allowed him to activate a barrier with minimum magic. With this, all of the requirements for the 1st job wereplete. Kua Nice nice. Very good. As Jin-hyuk read through his status window and eximed his surprise. You! What are you doing with me? Medusa, who was trapped in the barrier, mumbled. Uh? will you kill me? Her appearance of strength was now gone. She looked more like a mouse trapped in a prison of worry and fear. It was inevitable that she would be scared. If things continued this way, she would likely die. Jin-hyuk smiled. Well? I guess Ill have to cut your head off and make some armor with the snakeskin. Right? I heard that yers have a high demand for the skin. W-what?! Medusa looked genuinely shocked. Hearing about her end before it happened wasnt a pleasant topic, even for a boss monster. Much less so for Medusa. It is a joke. But if you keep making this noise, I might really make a wallet out of snakeskin. It wasmon sense to kill the boss when you cleared a dungeon. Experience, rewards, and items. All of them could be limitless. However, the Gray Temple had less meritpared to other ces. Once Medusas head was taken out of the temple, it lost its ability to petrify objects. Armor made out of her snakeskin also has poison in it and would damage those who wore it. Of course, there would be other rewards in addition to experience points, but There was a better method than that. Jin-hyuk activated the Coin Exchange. What was needed In a brass bowl, 1 liter of Trihon goat blood, 6 hind legs of a swamp miller, and a blue lotus flower? [Paid a total of 3350 coins] Most of them were cheap items. Anyway, the number of views from his videos had recently increased, recording an additional 10 million. Then the first thing to do is Drop! Jin-hyuk poured the goat blood into a faded brass bowl and floated the blue lotus on it. Finally, the hind legs of the swamp millet were ced on the edge of the lotus. At that moment. Woong! The brass bowl began to vibrate violently. He wondered if the blood would flow out, but then it became still. [This is absurd.] He then heard a deep voice as a man sighed between his words. [yer Kang Jin-hyuk. How did you manage to know about this?] The owner of the voice was the librarian of the Magic Library. Rick Hennessy. What? I just bought things and mixed them. How did thise up? This. Hahaha. It is a coincidence. Jin-hyuk smiled. Actually, he had used this method with full knowledge of what it was. It was simr to walking into someones room without an invitation. But what else could be done? The gate to the library was closed, so he had to do this. [That doesn''t answer my question, but this contact information hasn''t been disclosed yet, so how can you find it? I need to know.] Ricks voice became cold. It seemed like he wasnt going to let this matter go. However Ah! Come to think of it, I had a beast in here! Jin-hyuk suddenly changed the topic. [?] Rick paused for a moment. This method ofmunication using these items allowed him to share the view, so even Rick could see the surroundings. Now. Get ready to see! Jin-hyuk looked at Medusa, who was curled up in the barrier with a gloomy expression on her face. And [Uh? That monster is!?] He could hear Rick gasp. Just as he predicted. I knew you would be interested. Jin-hyuk smiled slightly. If it had to do with things from the Greek side, there was only a single collector. One who cunningly collected everything, whether they be relics, records, or beasts. Rick was quite close with the God who loved to do this. He would take even a single tooth if it was made in Greece. How much more could he gain by using Medusa as bait, then? Rick, who was quick to calcte, must have been thinking the same thing. It was definitely wrong of me to contact you this suddenly. Still, there is a reason if you dont like this, I will assume we will forget what happened. And I will be satisfied with the Medusa I have here. Jin-hyuk infused magic into his Twin Dragon Swords. Psss! The swords were soon dyed with the color of the Sword Grave. [W-wait! Please wait! You cannot kill it! Don''t!] Rick shouted in panic. Oh? It was his first time seeing this man like this. If he had acted like this in front of Jin-hyuk more often, he would have enjoyed it even more. I will ask you for thest time. Jin-hyuk pointed his sword at Medusa. Do you think its still important to know how I got information on how to do thismunication method? Chapter 105: How A Veteran Trains A Pet (1) Chapter 105: How A Veteran Trains A Pet (1) The transaction was done. Of course, the ce of trade wouldnt be inside thebyrinth. I wille there. I missed the cup of coffee I had in the library. After all, good coffee is best enjoyed in a cozy ce. Jin-hyuk said something he didnt mean. But [Hmm. If that is the case, I will open the gate whiches this way] Rick wiggled his tail. What? Did it sound like he was up to something? There was a bit of hesitation in his voice and, after a short moment. [Fufu. No. Surprisingly things turned out a little interesting. Not for other yers, but only yer Kang Jin-hyuk deserves toe here.] Rick managed to mumble those words out. What? Did he do something? Jin-hyuk tilted his head and, at that moment. Woong! Arge gate appeared in front of him. This? Jin-hyuk frowned slightly. This gate was different from what he had seen up until now. The base was made of pure white ivory, and a gold mist covered the center of the gate, which was unusual. That is what he meant. Now he understood what Rick meant. Before going to the vige of the elves, he had nned to spend some time wandering around the dungeons. Fun. It didnt seem like this would just end at a simple deal. Jin-hyuk took a step forward. As soon as he crossed the gate, his vision turned ck. Woong! As his darkened vision returned, the view in front of him changedpletely. An endless desert. Under the zing sun was a city filled with a brilliant ancient civilization. Yah Jin-hyuk let out a dry breath. It felt like his lips were already burning. At that moment. Come here, yer Kang Jin-hyuk. I was waiting for you. Rick greeted him in a ck suit. Couldnt he give up his suit under this scorching sun? Just looking at Rick made Jin-hyuk feel even hotter. I thought we would be in the library. I didnt think the gate would lead to a ce like this. Were you enjoying a vacation? Jin-hyuk pretended to not know. Haha. I wish I was on vacation too, but I am here for work. Well you see. The Egyptian God that the yer knows. This is where they are. They also wanted to meet yer Jin-hyuk, so can you go along with them? Right The 42nd floor of the Tower of Trials. This was the upper part of the Tower that most yers wouldnt dare to imagine reaching. And now he had been invited there. It must be because his lie of being protected by an Egyptian God had finally been exposed. Do they want to see how I stumble before a God? Or do they want to see how the situation is dealt with? He didnt know which of the two was the purpose. Well No matter what he imagined, the result was bound to be different than he expected. Rick acted as a guide as they entered the city. Many eyes focused on them the moment they stepped foot inside. They were not human eyes. Their bodies were of humans, but their heads were eagles, snakes, cats, and jackals. I can already see the beings on the 42nd floor. Jin-hyuk thought about his past. Usually, it would take a long time to get here, but thanks to Rick, he was getting an exciting experience. It was also the first time he had met the Gods in person before reaching level 100. As Jin-hyuk looked around the city, its residents were also strangely looking at Jin-hyuk. Yah! Yah! Look there! A human! Oh! I heard the humans entered the Tower, but for them toe this far! Seeing as they came with Mr. Rick, they must havee through the gate, right? Amazing. Getting his approval means that he is a special one among the humans, right? Maybe he came to get the choice? Already? The whispers grew louder. I feel like an elephant in a zoo. Jin-hyuk smiled as Rick, who was next to him, said. I am sorry. Since you areing here for the first time, I wanted to give a little tour of the ce, but I pulled you into something ufortable. No. This is a fresh experience. The views of the 42nd floor he didnt need it. This was a familiar ce. He even knew that the 13th pot inside Anubis bedroom was a fake, but he would still have to act naive there. He didnt care about others, but Rick being suspicious of him wouldnt be a good thing right now. Did the Egyptian Gods say they wanted to meet me? Yes. Thats it. When I see you smiling mischievously, I dont think the reason is good. After learning that yer deceived me by iming that you are protected by themhmm. Let me tell you. Rick pointed to the desert in the distance. There was an impressive crater dug out of the t sands there. At one time, a Sphinx and a Pyramid used to be there. A short sentence. So. It meant that when the Gods became angry, theyd go around and destroyrge buildings. When Rick was done speaking, he looked for Jin-hyuks reaction. He expected Jin-hyuk to be nervous and regretful of what he had done after being frightened by the power of a God. But Such a shame. There must have been quite a few treasures, so why did all of them get broken? As expected, they are different. Jin-hyuk just clicked his tongue as if he had no fear. Mr. Jin-hyuk isnt scared? His opponent was a god. They were absolute rulers of the upper floors of the Tower. On the other hand, Jin-hyuk was a yer who had entered the Tower just recently. Both sides were iparable to each other. Yet Well. Why should I be afraid of the 42nd floor instead of the 50th floor? Jin-hyuk smiled. Where did this confidencee from? It was as if he implied that a God was easy to handle. His arrogance was touching the sky, to the point that it would be ridiculous to simply call him gutsy. But why? Rick didnt think that his confidence was baseless bravado. He just felt it And this was the instinct that he had built through countless years. Puahaha! Indeed! As I thought, yer Jin-hyuk never disappoints. Interesting. So fun. I was quite tired of living the same life for long, but I dont think living such a long time like that is bad either. Rick burst intoughter as if he was genuinely enjoying this. From what he had seen, he was confident of one thing. The charm he felt from yer Kang Jin-hyuk would not fade quickly. This time he tried to create a problematic situation to confuse him. But it didnt even phase him. I dont know why. But I feel it. Mr. Jin-hyuk, I feel like one day you will be able toe all the way here. Strange. Strange. How so? In the not too distant future, I also thought I woulde here. As expected. He always had to get thest word. Rick smiled. Hehe. I am also looking forward to that day. Of course, when that timees, I would like you to bring a bigger deal than Medusa. After that, they spoke about casual things. In the meantime, they arrived at a pce built of white marble. This was the ce where the Egyptian Gods resided. [White Oasis] I will be in and out for a moment. We have to inform the guards that we have arrived. Yes. Sure. Jin-hyuk gave a short response as he licked his lips. Before I meet people with no brain, I need to prepare a bit. Since he had predicted what kind of event would happen, it was necessary to prepare ordingly. Even if I am a veteran and I meet the Gods a lot, that doesnt mean I go in unprepared. Jin-hyuk activated his status window. He was currently holding 2,153,188 coins. This was the result of his 5th-floor video and past videos, which gave him consistent dividends. It was a simr amount to what arge guild would possess. It would be absurdly inefficient to use this value to buy items that even gods could not resist. But that doesnt matter. I have never been obsessed with coins. If it wasnt enough, he would find another way. There was always a way for a veteran to do it. Jin-hyuk opened the Coin Exchange to begin his purchase. What should I say about this? Ah, this Puahaha! What is this? This is fun. Dont talk nonsense! Have you forgotten how much I suffered because of him? Several voices spoke out inside the pce. Right, this was how it was. The people in front of Jin-hyuk were figures revered as Gods. Absolute beings who could take down mountains with a simple gesture. Those who most people would look at in fear. However, the Gods, who usually would not lose theirposure, were now shocked. Horusmented on the absurdity of the situation. Osiris thought that it was interesting. Of course, Anubis had suffered a lot, so his anger was palpable. And at the center was Jin-hyuk. Is it unreasonable to receive an egg kept here in exchange for Medusa? Considering the Horus collection, I dont think it is a bad deal? Jin-hyuk shrugged. I dont know where you picked up information about the egg, but that isnt something a human can afford. Horus drew the line. It was so absurd that it was not even worth considering. Well. After all, I have quite a knack for taming wild animals. There were no bad animals in this world. There was always a suitable method to tame pets. You are treating a divine beast as a normal animal. No matter how ignorant you are, this crosses the line. Horus sighed. On the other hand, Osiris was stroking his chin with twinkling eyes. It was quite interesting to see a human boldly demand what he wanted. Why? Give it to him. Dont you think it will be fun? Osiris! No, he cannot hatch it, let alone tame one! Forget this. Just take the Medusa back. Kukuku! Osiris gently released his power. In an instant, the air began to freeze. Indeed, a God was at a level where they would cause a disaster by being slightly pissed. As the situation began to deteriorate, Rick, who was next to Jin-hyuk, stepped forward. Haha. No, you arent speaking about breaking the rules in front of this old man, right? yer Kang Jin-hyuk came here as a guest. It is okay to y with humans, but I ask you to do it within the set limit. Ah. I was just joking. I know it. Those damned rules. At the mention of the rules, Osiris returned to normal. At that moment. I dont need anything. Anubis, who had been grinding his teeth for a long time, came forward. Thud! A mummy over two meters tall appeared. The bandages made it seem like a typical mummy, but the magic emanating from it felt like a dungeon boss. Five seconds. Against this opponent, if you hold out for five seconds, I will exchange Medusa for the egg. Or whatever you want. It will not be anything against the rules andws. Do you ept the terms? Anubis spread his hand. Five seconds is all I need to hold out for? Right. But remember that the opponent can take your life at any Anubis didnt get to finish his sentence. Between one word and another, the sword strikes shed like lightning and swept through his mummys body. Kiiik The giant mummy was split in half. Swish! The upper body, which had ceased functioning, fell to the ground. The pce fell into silence. Chapter 106: How A Veteran Trains A Pet (2) Chapter 106: How A Veteran Trains A Pet (2) He knew from the moment the gate opened that Anubis would be inside the pce. As long as that guy was here, he would need to do something, and it would likely be difficult too. As long as thew of the Tower exists. He will not be able to touch me directly. Then there would only be one option left to Anubis. Jin-hyuk began to think. The only trump card Anubis can use to counter me is [Mummy Awakens]. Against a yer who hasnt even reached the 10th floor, it would be impossible for Anubis to bring out an opponent up to his usual standard. This would be Anubis best option in line with narrowly matching the systems limits. Once it got to that point, the ending would be easy. Now that hes seen the opponents cards, it was time to prepare a countermeasure. After Jin-hyuk manifested the Blessing of the Stars and Sword Grave at the same time, he also purchased Blood of the Royal Family from the coin exchange. It was an item that boasted the highest efficiency when dealing with a mummy. It had been created to protect the pharaoh or those of royal blood. In other words, Jin-hyuk was sure it was a perfect counter. No matter how strong the opponent was, if a countermeasure could be prepared correctly, then the level gap could be fixed. And the result. Thud! Was this. The mummy was utterly shattered on the ground. It had copsed so quickly that it couldnt even attack properly. A heavy silence fell over the pce. And momentster, the silence was broken down with exmations of shock. T-this cannot happen A yer on the 6th floor managed to defeat Anubis warrior? Horus and Osiris were shocked. This was a result that they hadnt expected. Even Anubis was not yet able to regain his senses. How did this happen Anubis mumbled. The humiliation he had received on the 1st floors underground level. The wound that was caused by the opponents tricks when dealing with Pendariel. The knowledge that he had used them to get a favor from Rick. He thought he could repay all of the umted ill feelings in one go. But The warrior he had prepared with confidence from his side was now on the ground, and the human was still standing stall. I will make sure the eggs are given to me properly. Of course, since it is an important item, I should be able to choose it, right? Jin-hyuk smiled brightly. Stop messing around.! Anubis! You made the promise with your own mouth. You havent forgotten that, have you? Anubis was about to shout his rejection when Horus stopped him. A deal was made under the name of the Egyptian Pantheon. It was also a duel where Rick, who could be considered a manager of the Towers middle section, had witnessed a Gods defeat. This would make them aughing stock in the face of the other divine mythologies. Damn it Anubis cursed under his breath. He ground his teeth as he growled. As Anubis tried to calm himself, Horus spoke once more. Do keep the promise. The egg of the beast is stored inside, so I will guide you to it. However, keep in mind that you cannot get another egg if you have failed to hatch or tame this one. Of course. I wasnt expecting any return or refund policy from the world of Gods. Jin-hyuk just shrugged with a casual face. It was as if he didnt consider the possibility of failure at all. Is this why Rick brought him here? Horus nodded at that thought. He had wondered why Rick, known to be the most strict manager of the Tower, favored this human. After what he had seen today, he could begin to understand it. And that understanding led to a conviction. Horus eyes turned yellow. if you were toe here properly someday. His was a gaze that looked like it could pierce the soul and gaze into the future. What do you think? When the timees. Why dont you choose to be one of us and be a dweller who rules this floor? The suggestion was made lightly, but its contents were anything but. Horus! Are you being serious.! The other two gods reacted the same way. They couldnt help it. What Horus had suggested just now had that much impact. It meant that he would be giving Jin-hyuk a choice on what he wanted to do. Obviously, what Jin-hyuk could do will differ from what Gods could. There was no use denying that fact. However, Jin-hyuk was a weak human at the moment. What did it mean to give such a voice to a human who was a newbie in the Tower? But No. Jin-hyuk said clearly. A rejection! Even Rick, who had been watching silently, was visibly shocked. It was the first time that he had heard a human being given such an offer and reject it. Jin-hyuk raised his head with a calm face. Not this endless desert. Beyond the sky where the sun was sitting. [50th floor of the Tower of Trials] The highest point of the Tower. It was a ce of thest sanctuary where even Gods dared not tread. I am sorry, but this isnt where I belong. He had no intention of thinking the offer over. To see the end of the Tower and conquer it once more. I have a higher ce to go. And he had to be sessful. Of the many yers who had yed the game. Being able to climb the end Was possible for only him. A treasure trove was located in the inner parts of the pce. Treasures collected by the Egyptian Gods were piled up like mountains. A normal person would be dazzled by the golden statues and jewels strewn about, but Jin-hyuk didnt even spare them a nce. What he needed now wasnt gold or jewels but something even more important and valuable. At that moment, Rick, who was walking next to Jin-hyuk, said, At first, I thought I was giving Mr. Jin-hyuk a rare chance. The opportunity to get to the top of the Tower doesnte often. Ricks expression was a bit bitter. This was probably because his pride had taken a hit. However, thanks to Mr. Jin-hyuk, I witnessed a rare sight. That is why I think that not everything can be known in the world. A chance to see the egg. It was a kind of item that even the managers wouldnt usually catch a glimpse of. This was because a beast, divine beast, or spirit beast were tricky for even Gods to handle. And now he was able to see one? Rick looked at Jin-hyuk with eyes filled withplicated emotions. This is a bit It was hard to react when such burdensome emotions were focused on him. How many more surprises will this human show him? Come to think of it, I was attracted to an older man once. It was true that a single person couldnt know everything about the world. Because even Rick couldnt predict that such a man would appear from the rank of the newbies. As Jin-hyuk realized thepletely reversed rtionship dynamic between him and Rick, he felt strange. And at that moment Here it is. Horus, who had been leading the way, stopped. Ahead of them, they see a ce where runes and other ancientnguages were spread out like multiplekers. Three eggs of different colors, green, red, and ck, were ced on a golden altar. Each egg also had a different form. Which one will you take? Ah! I, too, have no idea of what lies inside the eggs, so there is no need to think we are ying around with you. Even if the identity within is known, it is still useless. No matter what gets chosen, unless it is hatched out properly, one wouldnt be able to do much with it. Anubis and Osiris spat out their ownments. Well, it was understandable that they would be a bit mad. They were already visibly frustrated to even side with Jin-hyuk. This was fun. What else could be as amusing as seeing Gods sulk after their ns failed? Pray for hundreds of days, so I perish? It would be faster for the desert to turn into a sea. Jin-hyuk didnt care about their words and felt at ease. First, we need to figure out exactly what the eggs are. Firstly the green egg. [Lv5 ''Eye of Gluttony'' is activated!] [Due to the level difference, only some information of the target can be essed.] [Green Egg Name: Grass Spirit Hesimius Acquisition Difficulty: SS+ Description: it has healing power and can survive for about 100 days even if the supply of magic from the master is cut off] Hesimius was a grass spirit specializing in recovery skills objectively, it wasnt a bad pet to have. It could be used as a dedicated healing pack for Jin-hyuk, which meant that he didnt need a healer. Of course, he could also challenge dungeons at a higher level than his own. However, he didnt like the experience of raising this one. The spirit would not be able to say anything, and no matter what he did, there wouldnt be much response. He had raised this once before and felt that growing weeds behind a mountain would be more enjoyable. Efficiency was one thing, but at least he wanted to nurture it with some affection. It was no fun if it was too hard. Jin-hyuk used his skill on the next egg. [Lv5 ''Eye of Gluttony'' is activated!] [Due to the level difference, only some information of the target can be essed.] [Red Egg Name: Fire-Breathing Cat ''???'' Acquisition Difficulty: SSS Description: it can use fire attribute abilities] I am seeing less and less information. It was an unavoidable result because of the increase in acquisition difficulty. No matter how good his luck and adaptive stats were, there was a limit. But Jin-hyuk could figure out its identity by remembering a single name. A cat which breathes fire. It is Kiriya. This wasnt a bad option. Kiriya was among the most favored pets, even in the second half of the Tower. It dealt decent damage and could be considered a secondary damage dealer in a party. But it came with disadvantages. Even among the Gods, the story that cats and dogs do not immediately respect their masters but would choose their own was well known/ I have to let this go. Elise alone was already too much for him to handle. Thankfully, he had tamed her a bit, so she was a bit docile now. Another rtionship between a picky cat and a butler who wanted everything would be a bit too much. It would be nice if thest one is something I can handle Jin-hyuk looked at the ck egg. Please. Oh, God! Starting tomorrow, I will even make donations and not make fun of newbies too! Jin-hyuk began to pray for a nice beast he could tame and held his breath. [Lv5 ''Eye of Gluttony'' is activated!] [Due to the level difference, only some information of the target can be essed.] [ck Egg Name: ??? Acquisition Difficulty: ??? Description: however, it can only be hatched in that way.] Okay! Jin-hyuk clenched his fist as he looked at the status window. He had always wanted to have this. A pet that had never been obtained before was sleeping inside this ck egg. Chapter 107: How A Veteran Trains A Pet (3) Chapter 107: How A Veteran Trains A Pet (3) Perhaps warmer temperatures. Perhaps it needed a special item to stimte it. These were the two known methods to hatch a creatures egg. However, eggs of ancient beings only had one set method to hatch them. Thank you. For giving me such a gift. Jin-hyuk expressed his sincere gratitude and, at the same time, turned his hand towards the ck egg. Anubis body trembled slightly. He didnt want this to happen. This human was going after one of the best eggs, after all. It didnt make sense to consider this a coincidence. However, Anubis only flinched slightly. He didnt show much movement after that. He was confident that a human could never awaken an ancient species. But, you know. I know how to awaken them. Jin-hyuk smiled. At least, in this world, there was no variable that could shock or fluster him. Even a god didnt scare him anymore. An Ancient Species was not something just anyone coulde across, which meant that there was very little information about them that existed. However, some secrets about the ancient species were revealed by an explorer named Pesis. Maybe he was a geek about this kind of thing? Pesis loved to explore, and unlike ordinary dwellers of the Tower, his curiosity and desire to learn more about the other floors was his main driving force. Thanks to that drive, Jin-hyuk was able to discover various secrets of the Tower. Actually, he is the dweller who knows most about the tower beside the Gods and me. He was probably on the 20th floor now He wanted to meet that one again. Jin-hyuk smiled. Then he grabbed the ck egg. [Lv4'' Communion'' is activated.] The ability that made people feel a sense of familiarity with him upon their first meeting. This skill had been why he had kept Park Hana alive in thebyrinth. Woong! A bright light appeared and enveloped the egg. Ba-dump! Ba-dump! The heart of the being inside the egg began to beat. Oh. Rick narrowed his eyes as he watched this. The slightest movement of the egg of an ancient species, which typically did not respond to anyone, drew everyones attention. Jin-hyuk took a deep breath. Stay calm. Attracting its attention through Communion was just the start. The important thing was sessfully finishing the steps he needed to take from here. Jin-hyuk maintained the Communion Skill and stimted the lower part of the egg using cier Formation. If I activate the Blessing of the Stars now! A faint trace of energy began to move in from the eggs left side. Flinch! The eggs reaction intensified slightly. Right, this is all so appetizing that you cannot stand it, right? Right. There was only one way to hatch and tame a beast from an ancient species. It was to attract their attention using magic, which was their source. Of course, no amount of magic could satisfy their needs. This was because they used extraordinary powers. I fully understand them. No matter how delicious the food was, one would inevitably be bored if it was eaten all year round. It would be the same whether it be chicken, pizza, or ramen. Then. I will train you with various types of magic. If there was a buffet filled with thousands to tens of thousands of varieties of food, it would never get tired. Moreover, if the buffet was 1st ss, it would even be more attractive. Jin-hyuk then proceeded to use the Sword Grave and the Element of Fire. The heavy and dense magic began to touch the egg. Flinch! Flinch! The egg began to shake wildly as if it had gotten hit by something. From the eggs point of view, this was like cing meat in front of its nose but not feeding it. Give up ande out. Jin-hyuk knew. There is no other master who can satisfy you like me. Jin-hyuk then used Daylight as well. Puak! A crack finally appeared on the surface of the egg. T-this cannot be I cannot believe it. An ancient species egg is hatching. All three of the Gods looked on with shock andplex emotions. Rick simply stared nkly. But Jin-hyuk didnt care about their reactions. The important thing now wasnt the Gods but what kind of beast would emerge from within. And Kya! The ancient species screamed from within. It had an appearance that resembled a reptile about 1 meter in length. It had amber eyes which were constantly twitching over its ck skin. Gulp. Jin-hyuk himself gulped at the sight. Isnt this one a bit too violent looking? He wanted to run to it immediately, hold it in his arms, and shower it with love. But he had to be patient. As long as he hadnt officially imprinted on it, it was still just a dangerous beast. If he carelessly tried to touch or hug it, his life would be forfeit. Jin-hyuk concentrated his magic on his fingers. Wooong! He wondered briefly if tangible magic would take form, but it soon became a small ss marble. Kyao? The ancient being sniffed and approached him slowly. Although a bit wary, it seemed to have difficulty resisting the temptation of this magic. This is the first food I will give you. If you want to be with me in the future, you can eat this. Eot? The ancient being tilted its head. I said eat, not eot. Eot! Right, whatever you understand it as. He would have hit them on the head if someone else had said it. But not this one. The ancient species then put the marble into its mouth. [An ''Engraving'' has been done on the ancient species ''???''] [If you give it a name, the pet will show more loyalty to its master.] [The great achievement of taming an ancient species for the first time in the Tower will be put in the ''Hall of Fame''.] [All the beings in the Tower will pay attention to your achievement here] [The ancient beings and the spirits give] Numerous status windows appeared. great! Jin-hyuk was beaming on the inside. In the past, he had only fought against the enemies in the Tower. He had never sessfully adopted a pet and could finally fulfill that dream here. Eot! After the being gulped down the bead, its body trembled as it swung its short, blunt tail from side to side. Maybe this meant that it felt good. Eat a lot and grow fast. Later it can be fed with a crying Anubis. One doesnt seem to be enough. Jin-hyuk created another bead of magic and watched the beast eat it up. But I should give it a name. It needed an appropriate name to increase its loyalty. Since it was an ancient being, he needed to give it a good name. Hmm After thinking about it for a moment, Jin-hyuk slowly opened his mouth. From the first moment he had seen this one, one thing had appeared in his mind. That ck skin and yellow eyes. You will be Sweet Potato. Right, a ripe and roasted one. Sweet Potato No, it is Sweet Potato. Sweet Potato! Maybe it liked the name? It was opening its mouth wide. Right From now on, you shall be Sweet Potato. Time passed, and Jin-hyuk made his way towards the gate to return to his world. Horus, who had been rejected by Jin-hyuk, looked a bit sad. If you ever change your mind, just tell me. The Egyptian Gods always wee you here. Seeing that he was saying this even now, it felt like Horus was quite a greedy god. Still, it looked like his hawk eyes werent just for decoration. It could clearly see a prospect. Thank you for the kind words, but I do not think I will change my answer. Jin-hyuk smiled as he refused him once more. On the other hand, Anubis, who had gotten hit at each attempt, hid his anger. It would be hard to put up with the anger in the future. Everything he had nned had gone awry, and even the egg of an ancient species had been stolen. Finally It was an interesting meeting. I didnt think humans could be this surprising, but should I say that Mr. Jin-hyuk has changed my thoughts? I never imagined that there would be a yer who can catch and tame an ancient species. Rick walked up to Jin-hyuk. There are some special people in the world. Haha. I think you did something too absurd to call you as part of that some having said that, I look forward to our next meeting, and I will be waiting. And I hope that dayes soon. Excitement and anticipation. And beyond that, a clear intent to meet a human being. He was a librarian of the Tower. Not the top-most member, but definitely a dweller of the Tower. At that moment. [Middle floor manager ''Rick Hennessy'' has ''subscribed'' to your channel.] [You have acquired 10,000 coins] [Themission fee rate of 90% is reduced to 80%.] Chapter 108: Tanker Recruitment Climbing The Tower Of Trials (1) Chapter 108: Tanker Recruitment ''Climbing The Tower Of Trials'' (1) The super popr program called Climbing the Tower of Trials boasted viewership ratings of 40%. This program covered various topics, from officials from the Awakened Association to showcasing various guilds to the public. It was truly a program loved by all. That was how amazing it was. Certainly we have to seed. Kim Daun bit her lip. People were now enjoying inte broadcasts more than watching TV with the prevalence of Viewtube and simr sites. The market portion of the broadcasting would inevitably decline. In the modern market, if a show hits 10% ratings, it would already be called a jackpot. However, with the Tower of Trials, an opportunity came to turn the situation around. With great support from the government and the Awakened Association, it was possible to create a special program rted to the Tower of Trials. A once in a lifetime chance. KDS had to somehow make use of this chance. And the hidden card that could continue to carry that spark of hope Was the man in front of them. The mint chocte tastes good. Does the toothpaste taste good? No, did you actually put it in? Kang Jin-hyuk. The 16th S rank yer in Korea who gathered the attention of many people. To be honest, they didnt think casting him would be easy. Surprisingly, the other party seemed willing to meet. Please I hope he doesnt ask for some outrageous fees. Kim Daun gulped. Excuse me yer Kang Jin-hyuk? Uh? Jn-hyuk lifted his lips from the straw. As I said over the phone, tomorrow at 7 pm. All you have to do is appear on a live talk show. Ah. I understand. Simply talk about myself and what I have done, is that all? Right. Scenes of your major achievements and other scenes will be yed together, along with our edits of Kang Jin-hyuks viewtube videos. We also n for yer Kang Jin-hyuk to give somements in the middle too. Basically, they were asking him to do what a director would do when theyment on their movies, right? Well, it was somewhat sensitive, so he would have to be careful. After a Q&A session, they would then broadcast other things. Nice. That was what he was told anyway. Now, should we talk about remuneration? Right. This was one of the reasons why he decided to appear on a TV show. The most important thing was the appearance fee. He epted the offer immediately because of this. Jin-hyuk smiled brightly, and a nervous expression shed on the face of Kim Daun. In the case of B-rank yers, it is 10 million won per session, and those at A-rank are paid 50 million, and for S-ranks, the fee is set at 500 million won, and if you want to, we can raise it a bit more. 500 million won. This was an unexpected amount for just one appearance. However, Kang Jin-hyuk shook his head. It didnt mean that money wascking. It was just that he didnt need this money. Was itcking? No. It isnt that I would prefer to be paid in magic stones rather than money. Uh? There is something that I need to extract from magic stones. Even if not that, I heard that the broadcasting station is investing in a magic stone-rted business. That sounds fine, but can I talk with our director? The method of payment isnt something I can decide. caught them! Sure. Take it easy ande back. Jin-hyuk leaned back on the sofa. And Kim Daun immediately left the coffee shop with her phone. The answer wille right away. They were not in a position to say no. No matter what he asked, they would have to nod their head. How long was he sipping his drink for? Kim Daun came back in with a dark expression. Did something go wrong? Ahthe magic stone was rejected. As soon as the broadcast ends, we will settle the bill in the storage room. And you can handle them there. I see. But, I have something more to tell you. Kim Daun began to speak quietly as if it was something that bothered her. I am listening. I think someone else has an appointment tomorrow to broadcast. So may I ask if you can appear with them? Someone else ising? Wait a minute Didnt they say they were in trouble because no one wanted toe to their channel? Yes. Sorry. My higher-ups decided it, so I didnt know until now. First, let me point out one thing. That I prefer that people be honest rather than confusing. Uh? Kim Daun was shocked. She tried to control her expression, but it was toote. As expected. A surprise added request. No matter how far-fetched their skills were, they were still people who likely couldnt handle something like this. Then Who is it? The other personing? T-that This was frustrating. Didnt she realize who was holding the swords hilt even now? Werent their station going downhill because of such ipetent people? Fine. If you dont tell me, I can leave. Jin-hyuk got up to leave, which made her urgently say. President Hong Deok-pyo. It is him! After hearing that we were trying to cast you, their representative called saying that he wanted to join in at all costs Hong Deok-pyo? Jin-hyuk narrowed his eyes as he remembered. The master of the ck Cloud Guild had been beaten down in front of everyone. The unlucky man who had his spotlight taken. Right. It was that guy. He put pressure on the broadcasting station to appear on the show with me Seeing this man was doing this much, he must have had some n. Well, there were always people in this world who didnt readilye to their senses right away after just one hit. Dont they know that this was something that shouldnt be done? no! Jin-hyuk immediately realized something. Looking at how confident he is, it seems like there should be other people besides President Hong. There was no way this man held such a grudge over one mishap. Some ruins andbyrinths allowed rapid growth, but no message showed such a ruin being conquered until now. Then It must mean that they hired talented people. There was no other way to exin it. Thats right. I heard that some rankers fromrge overseas guilds are alsoing. Well, as expected, that was what happened. An excellent chance to show off himself to an overseas audience. Even if it wasnt due to Hong Deok-pyos pressure on the station, this temptation would be hard to refuse. Was this what Korea talked about when they meantworking? It was fun. The corner of Jin-hyuks lips turned to a smile. Then, can I also call my acquaintance as a guest? The next evening. Hong Deok-pyo arrived at the broadcasting station an hour earlier than the scheduled time. This day has finallye. Anticipation and excitement were on his face. Of course, he was excited to pay back the humiliation he had suffered that day. Today is thest time I wake up at night screaming. Whenever he ate outside and the name Kang Jin-hyuk came up, he would get angry. To Hong Deok-pyo, the day of their fight was a nightmare he couldnt shake off. However, that was now over. The time hade to pay back that humiliation a thousandfold. At that moment. Damn it, I know you are excited because you are in a delusion, but because of you, we had toe all the way to this stupidnd? yer Kang Jin-hyuk is a person who observes everything, so there is nothing else we can do. President Hong. Do not forget to pay us. You called us all the way to this corner of the world so we would go live for the payment. A few exotic-looking people approached Hong Deok-pyo. It was a man with a sharp impression and a woman whose long ck hair reached her waist. The pairs tone indicated they didnt want toe to Korea. Right Lastly, the third person spoke. Be quiet, both of you. The reporters areing here. If you raise your voice, the guilds image would be tarnished A pause. What followed was a notice delivered without emotions. I will kill you both with my hands if that happens. This was no joke. ah, yes. Yes. Theining duo decided to back down after they heard his words. Right. This was it. For this revenge, he had brought in 3 S-rankers from the Chinese Peoples Republic Guild. People who could single-handedly wipe out any guild had arrived. Their individual power was important. The main thing was that the guilds yers hade here directly. There were tens of thousands of yers in the guilds. In addition, Namgung Cheol stood as a beast with a strength that no one could even touch. His power was to the extent of him being called the Walking Boss Monster. As long as such a strong line-up was out there, a single yer who insisted on being solo could not win. Come on, let us cool you down by bringing you down. Hong Deok-pyos smile on his face would look suspicious to any who saw it. Those who were beaten should be hit back. The reporters here would highlight this stage for them. Arge-scale discussion that pitted knowledge would be held for the eyes of many to see. As Hong Deok-pyo struggled to hold back hisughter. What is this? Why are they all gathering like this? A familiar figure appeared among the crowd. It was Jin-hyuk. He was here! Hong Deok-pyos eyes twinkled. The yers from the Chinese guild were also interested. Now that they were meeting a ranker who was at the center of everyones attention, it was inevitable that they would be curious. The leader went and approached Jin-hyuk. You are Kang Jin-hyuk I dont buy stuff from China. Jin-hyuk immediately cut the conversation. W-what was that? The leaders face contorted in anger. You must be insane! Do you know who you are talking to! You are talking about a ranker of the Peoples Republic Guild! Hong Deok-pyo tried to rectify the situation. Ah. He had wondered about the quality of yers he had believed in. These are the ones you believed in? This was When he heard that Hong Deok-pyo had hired rankers, he thought that they would be from somewhere famous. Instead, he had bought them from the homnd of mass production. He expected it for clothing and other items, but this was quite upsetting. Three people Jin-hyuk looked at their status windows and became sad. Their abilities and skills he reviewed one after another. Should he have just called Chun Yuseong for this? They are below my expectations. Anyway, if Namgung Cheon hade himself, then maybe it would have been a good fight. Of course, that would be the story if he grew up better than when he yed the Tower of Trials. Enough. President Hong. Let me handle this. The leader stopped Hong Deok-pyo. Perhaps he cared about the reporters who were all around them. Despite the anger on his face, he tried to speak calmly. yer Kang Jin-hyuk. I know it is good to be confident. That is because you did a good job. But dont think that you can face arge guild all by yourself. We are the Chinese, not a guild from another region. Um. Honestly, I think I alone would be more than enough. It wasnt always fun to take people down by force. He was instead more confident in taking them down in a way that they least expected. Anyway, the time should be near. The moment he thought that. Woong! A ck foreign car appeared. A Rolls Royce Phantom. One of the top three best cars you could find in Gangnam was approaching them and stopping right in front of the station. W-what? Who ising here? I didnt think this car would stop here? The reporters all looked toward the car. Soon after, the driver came out and opened the door. A trained and modest move. The mere act of opening the door said someone important was inside. We are here. The person who emerged from the car was Huh? T-this cannot be! Everyone here right now! Bring the cameras there! Everyone looked towards the front of the station in shock. Chapter 109: Tanker Recruitment Climbing The Tower Of Trials (2) Chapter 109: Tanker Recruitment ''Climbing The Tower Of Trials'' (2) The person who exited the car was Long, blonde hair which reached her waist and blue eyes. She was like a goddess from myth who had descended down. Oh my Gulp. The appearance of the beautiful and innocent girl seemed to have aroused everyones interest. Their eyes trembled in shock. It was inevitable. The Saint of Amsterdam! Oh my god A European ranker has made a surprise visit to Korea? A level of recognition that was iparable to the yers of the Chinese guilds. Teresa, who was counted as one of the top 100 yers in the world, was in Korea. W-what could she havee for? Do you have any acquaintances in Korea? At the various questions from the reporters, Teresa carefully replied. Ah that. I came to see yer Kang Jin-hyuk. I heard he was here. The sudden visit itself was newsworthy, but now she mentioned that she hade here to meet Kang Jin-hyuk? This was something that teased the interest of everyone here. Because this was a unique piece of news. Then, you came all the way here just for that? Yes. That is right. You must have had a hard time on the flight. May I ask what kind of rtionship you have with Kang Jin-hyuk? Teresa paused at that sensitive question. She thought carefully for a moment before saying. In any circumstances. A friend I should always trust yes. And then she smiled. This wasnt a lie. There were no add-ons or exaggerations. Teresa trusted him purely. On the other hand, the other reporters surrounded an old man with a strong body. A person who never should have been here. A martial artist whose condition had been so vague that many thought he might have died. Yoo Chun-young. I thought you were suffering from an incurable disease and receiving treatment. Have you recovered, sir? Is Sir Yoo with Kang Jin-hyuk? Please. Just answer one thing! Everyone was interested. It was a situation where every reporter was desperate to get even the tiniest bit of information for their own scoop. Hong Deok-pyo looked like hed had dirt shoved into his face. In an instant, no one seemingly cared about him or the three Chinese yers. It felt like the reporters wouldnt even look at him even if he stripped down to his underwear or got hit by a car. yer Kang Jin-hyuk is a benefactor who saved my life. I owe him a debt that I couldnt repay even if I would have to spend the rest of my life trying to. Yoo Chun-young gave a simple reply. The strongest martial artist in Korea. Until the Tower appeared in the real world, many people would speak of this man as the most famous artist in the world. Runaway Magic had been thought to be incurable, but Kang Jin-hyuk was the person who cured it. There was a hugemotion. J-Just who is Kang Jin-hyuk! I thought he was just good at fighting. He knows about medicine too? They said that the top 100 rankings woulde out this month. Now that I see this, I trust he will be there. Does it matter how the top 100 are? Can there be anyone better than Kang Jin-hyuk now? It is impossible topare his achievements with other yers. This was an objective fact, and their praise was not just because he was Korean. They wouldnt dare to speak recklessly as he was a public figure. At the same time, however, the reporters were sure that Kang Jin-hyuk was different from the other yers. Finally, another group of reporters raised their mics at the third person who hade. A man in a ck suit, who was extraordinarily handsome with his cold image. Chun Yuseong. I will ask just one thing. Obviously, I heard that you threw away the invitations from all the guilds in Korea, so why answer the call of Kang Jin-hyuk? Right. Chung Yuseong was someone who climbed the Tower and cleared dungeons andbyrinths with his skills alone. Many guilds were ready to give him a nk check and had made numerous calls to recruit him. But not once had he replied to any of them. It was as if he ignored the existence of any contracts he didnt care about. And such an iron-willed person came to meet Kang Jin-hyuk. Are you and Kang Jin-hyuk colleagues? There was no other way to exin this. However, Chun Yuseong frowned at the question. Kuku! He clenched his hand into a fist. Flinch. Surprised, the reporters took a step back. Not my colleague. A strong refusal. What followed was a statement of both love and hatred. He is a rival I need to defeat one day. His reason for climbing the Tower. The reason behind his desire to grow and clench his fist. For Chun Yuseong, who had won everything up until then, Jin-hyuk was a wall he wanted to tear down with all his will. And Jin-hyuk watched all of this from the side. Um. Not bad. Just as he thought, there was nothing more amazing than getting all the best pieces in one ce. He wanted to bring Elise out too. However, if he did that, then all of the raid teams would be sent to try to take her out, and the ce would turn into a sea of fire. So, with that in mind, he decided to let the pleasant atmosphere stay. H-how can this Tremble. Hong Deok-pyo stuttered at the sight. This was a stage he had prepared to take down Jin-hyuk, but Such unexpected people were taking his side. The reporters also called Kang Jin-hyuk the best yer and raised his value. The Peoples Republic Guild looked like aughing stock now. This meant that he had drawn the worst card. The Chinese yers he had brought here would also be further embarrassed. he is a bigger man than I thought. Teresa and Yoo Chun-young and Chun Yuseong. Only those known to be the most impossible to cast are here. In front of them, the Chinese sides appeal would fade. There was no greatness in being an S-rank here. Had he known that the hurdle would be of this level, he would have brought more people. No. The man who was the leader shook his head. Unless our guild masteres in person, nothing would change here. Their purpose ining here had been to inspire and change the image of Chinese guilds. They would also get coins from the ck Cloud Guild as a bonus. Everything had turned to nothing because of one person. Well, this is quite a fun event. Jin-hyuk shrugged his shoulders at the four of them. There was no denying that the three people on his side are currently the most important yers in Korea. But If you are going to brag about personal connections shouldnt it be like this? They should have realized that bragging was also an art. One storm had passed. Hong Deok-pyo,pletely lost in thought, gave up appearing on the program. The yers from the Chinese side who came with him also left the stage. Well, that was the wise thing to do If they appeared on TV like this, it would be an unfortunate situation for them. This is why watching a guy who gets his confidence crushed is fun. That was why he didnt think he was just a simple veteran. He was so used to being sadistic and crushing people that he was never put in such situations. At that moment. What are you liking so much that you are smiling like that? Chun Yuseong, who was watching him from the side, clicked his tongue. Uh? Forget it. It is obvious even if you dont answer. At least you were enjoying the frustration of Hong Deok-pyo or something, right? Was there no filter option on this guys tongue? It was like his brain and mouth all operated in one route. Thank you foring this far. But I hope you dont speak about my hobbies. Want me to not mess with you? Considering that the officetel I lived in got destroyed thanks to you, dont you think you can give me that consideration? Officetel you mean the house you lived in? Jin-hyuk tilted his head and then realized why. Ah right. Come to think of it, he had mentioned that Unknowns identity was Chun Yuseong on the 5th floor. It was someone elses business afterward, so he forgot about it. Ahem! Was that a prickling on his conscience? Jin-hyuk cleared his voice. I could only believe in you. Not even a single hit must have touched a great swordsman like you. this is a thought whiches to my mind, but I dont think that you will get out of this with your clever thoughts. I will take that as apliment. Rather. How was it? What do you mean? The ones sent from the Demonic Human Association. This time, they seemed quite determined, so I sent them to you. Tell me what it is like to deal with them. At these words, Chung Yuseong stopped. Was he having bad thoughts? His expression darkened. It was a guy called Gawain. Ho. A name belonging to a Knight of the Round Table. In other words, one of their central people went directly. It seems like he was annoying to deal with? Yes. The opponent must have been strong, considering how much he was grunting. But That is all. Chun Yuseong looked at Jin-hyuk with strange eyes. An intruder had broken into his home and was strong enough that he might have been risking his life, but What was it? That opponent didnt feel strongpared to Jin-hyuk. No matter how much he tried, he always felt hopeless in front of Jin-hyuk. So, Chun Yuseong felt convinced. As I thought there is no one stronger than this guy. No matter how much support a ranker received from a guild, or even if a boss monster that went beyondmon sense existed in the Tower. They would not even be a match for Jin-hyuk. So. One day, I will still defeat you and take the top ce. He had already tasted defeat 138 times, but the one who winsst gets thestugh. Chun Yuseong continued to develop a new dream while falling into the illusion that he could win. As their conversation ended, Jin-hyuk went over to the other two. It is fine. At the time of the raid on the ruins, I promised to be on broadcast, so I came here. Haha. I am of the same mind as Miss Teresa. In my heart, I wanted to bring all my disciples too, but you were stubborn only to ask for me alone. All of them were people who felt grateful to Jin-hyuk. This was why good and important people should be treated properly. Even if they could not help right away, they could be of help in the future. At that moment. You cane up to the set now. Kim Daun told them. The time hade. The broadcast began. But W-what is this? Damn it. We are ruined! Choi Hee-jae and Kim Daun, who were in charge of the program, were sweating. They couldnt help it. It was always challenging to bring in prominent rankers. This was because they never came and gave straightforward content. That yer Kang Jin-hyuk? Could you tell me about how you cleared thebyrinth? Well. There was nothing great about it. All we had to do was y hard to catch the bull and eat tasteless mushrooms. I-is that all? Yes. Jin-hyuk nodded with an innocent face. The female host tried to lead the conversation, but his answer was short for each question. The 3rd-floor dungeon Just avoid them all. And the 4th floor. That too is to avoid them all. And the 5th floor? I worked hard in avoiding them all. No, really. What was this? In the first ce, no one attacked the Tower of Trials because they liked it. All Jin-hyuk gave them were methods on how to attack the dungeons. Chapter 110: Tanker Recruitment Climbing The Tower Of Trials (3) Chapter 110: Tanker Recruitment ''Climbing The Tower Of Trials'' (3) [The 8th episode of ''Climbing the Tower of Trials'' will be dyed for one week due to the circumstances in the broadcastingpany.] A letter requesting the final approval for the dy and the final broadcast volume was ced on the table. Phew. Director Kang Byung-chan touched his forehead after reviewing the letter. If he signed this, the program, which was supposed to bring life to their station, would be released in a week. Logically, their sales and reputation would also soar. But It cannot be helped. A new form of disaster woulde if this video was released to the public. A video with a veteran who only shouted under all circumstances and a female host who looked like she would cry. And the PDs who was actually crying. It was as if all his nightmares were clubbed together into one video. Right, I can understand it. He almost swore but then made sure to stay calm. The problem was The person responsible for orchestrating this hell had proudly appeared to im his money. Is his conscience made of thick concrete or something? Even the devil would have felt sorry. Pay over your performance fee. Is that what you are saying? Kang Byung-chan asked. Of course. That is what the contract says. We sigh, I dont know if you know about this, but we are taking a leave because of the damage that broadcast caused us. Rather, it is a situation where we should be iming damages from you, yer Kang Jin-hyuk! Kang Byung-chan replied, but Jin-hyuk didnt even blink. I do not know. I only did what we wrote in the contract, though? He got an invitation, and he did what he was asked. Now was the time to get paid. He didnt see any problem with this. Do you think such an attitude will work? Yes. I think it will. Honestly Jin-hyuk took a deep breath. And then he said his words to pressure down the opponent. After working with the CEO of BJ entertainment, Lee Jong-soo, who exploited the BJs, said, it is written in the contract, what is unfair about it, do you want to touch thew?. And Director Kang Byung-chan was behind that, right? This was a fact that everyone knew. Director Kang Byung-chan had secretly contacted the big-name BJs to make up for hispanys deficit. After hearing that they would be paid arge amount, the BJs hade to join hands with him. One of them was the agency that Lee Jong-soo had operated and that Jin-hyuk belonged to. Jin-hyuk was here to im his share of what had happened then. That bastard died at the mangrove tree, so he paid for his sins. Not you, though. This wasnt some grand scheme to take revenge on the person who made him quit being a BJ, but simply because he could no longer bear to see this man rip off other people. It was worth the time he had invested, and he wanted to im his share in magic stones. Ah! Do not try to deny what you did. You know that I am not simply saying it. I was one of the parties in contract with you after all. ! Gulp! Kang Byung-chan gulped at this revtion. If the other party was someone that signed that ve contract, then he would not be able to deceive them at all. Furthermore, the opponent wasnt a simple BJ anymore. He was an S-rank. Wasnt he the most talked about yer in the world? If he lied My neck will be flying off. Kang Byung-chan could feel his head begin to hurt as he fanned his face. He tried to use his brain, but not a single solution came to his mind. fine. The magic stones. We will pay you right away. But can youe over after a phone call? A call? It looked like he was trying to get some advice from someone. Well. Whatever he nned would only result in tightening the chain around his neck. Jin-hyuk already considered everything that the man might do. Sure. He replied with a smile. 30 minutester Kang Byung-chan and Jin-hyuk headed to arge warehouse located in the basement of the broadcasting station. This ce was once an underground parking lot, but after the Tower of Trials appeared, it was changed to be used as a warehouse for storing items from the Tower inrge quantities. To be precise, it is probably used to store things for tax evasion. Jin-hyuk looked around in curiosity. As a facility built with cutting-edge technology, iris and fingerprint scans were required to pass through a single door. It also had tight security. They had walked through quite a few security doors. [Director Kang Byung-chan. Approval has been granted.] Finally, the door to the warehouse opened, and a mountain of magic stones appeared. Oh. Jin-hyuk was impressed. It was no exaggeration to say that the pile would touch the ceiling if there were another 10 centimeters of magic stones. That was just how many stones were in here. There were so many that his eyes began to hurt looking at them. And at that moment. Kang Byung-chan then spoke with a stiff face. After hearing from PD Choi, I learned that you are trying to absorb the magic from the magic stones. Right? Yes. That is how I want to use them. Then, may I make a suggestion? The mans voice trembled. It felt like he struggled for 30 minutes to get these words out. It was cute. Like a dog that was in trouble. Jin-hyuk nodded with a smile. I will listen for now. As you may know. The amount of magic stones we have is quite a lot, more than anyone can imagine. For the lowest level stones, we have around 35,000, and we will provide them to yer Kang Jin-hyuk until tomorrow morning at 7. This means that you can absorb as much as you want until then. The man clearlymunicated something that he wanted. But Kang Jin-hyuk saw the intention behind it. They are evaluating the absorption rate of the stones. No matter how good your technique was, it would take more than 5 minutes to absorb even the lowest grade stones. As long as there was a time limit, no yer could absorb 500 million won worth of magic stones. In other words, the stones here were good bait. Even if he was given the whole night here, he would not be able to absorb much beyond 100 million won worth. The man stood there waiting for an answer. This was his opportunity to cut his losses by almost 80%. The face of a con man who wanted to go all in to save his fortune. That was the sign that any greedy middle-aged man would show. Fine If that was what they wanted, let me finish them off. Alright, until 7 AM tomorrow, I will use as much as possible. H-hu! Really? Why are you so surprised? Did you catch a good bait? Haha right. I just mean that it is good to have an agreement that benefits both of us. Yes. Yes. You are making this awkward. Jin-hyuk waved his hand as if to dismiss a distraction. Kang Byung-chan, worried that Jin-hyuk would change his mind, ran to the door. Of course, he then added. Just in case something happens, there is an anti-theft spell on the magic stones. It would be impossible to put them into a subspace inventory. Do not worry. We will meet in the morning. At those words Thud! The door closed. [Time Remaining 11h: 59m: 59s] Twelve hours until tomorrow morning. The time remaining began to drop second after second. However, even though he had to absorb the magic from the magic stones in a hurry, Jin-hyuk didnt move. Instead, he opened his subspace inventory. He obviously said I cannot put them in the subspace but didnt say I couldnt take things out, right? So this wasnt any vition. My Sweet Potato. Come out. Jin-hyuk extended his palm towards the subspace. And Thud! A reptile with ck skin and yellow eyes walked out. The Ancient Species, Sweet Potato. Bug?! Right. You were quite lonely in there, right? Jin-hyuk hugged it passionately as it licked him on the cheek. This must mean that it liked him. The cool touch and the way it tilted the head were insanely cute! It isnt for anything else. I called you because you might be hungry. 35,000 magic stones. An absurdlyrge number for any average yer to absorb. However, if it was an ancient species that recently hatched out, it would have a considerable appetite The amount of magic stones here is not thatrge either. Instead, it might fall short. Bug? Sweet Potato tilted its head cutely and asked with a fluttering tail. Right. You can eat everything in front of you. Thats right Eat them all. Jin-hyuk said to his pet. There was no need for hesitation here. They must have thought of me as an idiot who cannot know his own absorption rate. To put down their heads and make this weird-ass apology to try and escape. This made him realize how people always think other people are dumber than they are. The next day Kang Byung-chan came to work while humming. He was quite excited. Thanks to PD Chois advice, he was able to make up for any potential losses. Moreover, the fact that he had gotten one over that cheeky kid to get rid of his troubles made him feel happy. Money is money, but this feels more refreshing. As long as he could not get along with the other person, then he needed to do something to sleep at night. They also received assurances from the ck Cloud Guild and the Peoples Republic Guild that they would send their rankers after the break for the 8th episode was decided. And then, he would be able to proceed nicely with the program. Ah, are you here? Good morning sir. A staff member greeted him. Uh. Right, it is good to see you, Park. Dont sweat too much right from the morning, have a cup of coffee and rx. Kang Byung-chan, who was known to be a vicious tiger, was speaking nicely to them. After putting down his briefcase, he received the report for the day from his secretary and then headed to the warehouse with the magic stones. Ba-dump! His heart was pounding fast in excitement and anticipation Now, how many could he have actually absorbed? Our dear celebrity? He rubbed his palms and opened the door, but H-How did this happen. Kang Byung-chan, who checked inside, gasped at the horrendous sight he was greeted by. N-No. Where the hell did all of them go? It was empty. All 35,000 stones had vanished. The only things left behind were the fragments of dried-out magic stones. Ate! A reptile rolled around with its short legs as it touched its belly. And Ah. Director, are you here? I am sorry, but could you give us any leftover magic stones you might have? It seems like my child needs a bit more. Only Jin-hyuk was smiling in the room. Chapter 111: Mirror Which Breaks Down The Boundaries (1) Chapter 111: Mirror Which Breaks Down The Boundaries (1) Ate! Sweet Potato, who looked like it had filmed the perfect mukbang, stretched out its body. Its small and cute wings fluttered as it wagged its tail. Jin-hyuk looked at it in delight as he heartily hoped that this cute little thing ate to its hearts content and grew up well. Well, the magic stones here werent mine at all. Right. That was the most important thing. Growing up using someone elses property gave one a kick in life. Even if the entire bowl was scraped clean, it wouldnt feel like a waste. Then, where do I see how much he grew? Jin-hyuk checked its status window using Eye of Gluttony. [Target status window cannot be checked due to level difference.] Of course, this message had toe out. It didnt really matter, as Sweet Potato wasnt something he would ever leave. [Due to the rtionship between Master and Pet, the level difference is being ignored.] [Sweet Potato Age: 1 Level: 98 Strength 105 Agility 98 Stamina 90 Magic 192 Lv1 ''Acid Saliva'' Lv1 ''Time for Dinner'' Lv1 ''Acid Breath'' Lv1 ''Flight'' Lv1 ''Fear'' Characteristics: When the ancient being fights, the master''s magic is consumed. Normalbat requires 5 magic power per minute, and intense battles require 15 per minute.] [Experience distribution is supported in parallel. In other words, the master and pet can each acquire the experience points for the same monster.] Although it was strong from the moment it was born, its stats skyrocketed as it ate 35,000 magic stones. And this was all for a fresh hatchling! It is strong. Instead, the difficult thing will be my magic. Jin-hyuks magic stat was 80. If Sweet Potato was used in battle, he would onlyst 5 minutes. And if we fight together, it will be much shorter. It would be better to think of it as a hidden card that he would use only when he needed it most. However, he didnt think he would ever be in such a crisis. At that moment. ck! The door opened, and a familiar man walked in. Kang Byung-chan. H-how did this happen Seeing that smiling face turn instantly gloomy. Hm. What did he look like? He looked like a pitiful bull? Did he feel like acid was running down a dry throat? It felt like the resentment that Jin-hyuk held during his BJ days had washed away with this sight. M-Magic stones. Did you use all of them? It has to be a lie. This cannot be real at all. Hahaha. Right. I am still in bed dreaming. People who were too shocked seemed to always desperately deny reality. Kang Byung-chan wasughing while doing just that. But did he know? The nightmare wasnt ending but had only begun. Jin-hyuk approached him Its a bit like fanning down a burning house, but I need to receivepensation for my unfair contract with Lee Jong-soo soon.. What? Compensation for what? What are you even saying? What was Jin-hyuk talking about? You see, this is the price I am paid for appearing at the station. Compensation for what you did to me is another matter. If youmitted two sins, you should pay twice for them. How dare you try to merge them into one. Did he think this was some special case or something? No are you really saying that after everything you did? You devil! Are you even human? Uh? Are you human, I ask you?! Im being insulted just because Im asking to be rightfully paid? Well, those curses I can take, but are you in a position to even yell at me? Jin-hyuk asked while looking at the man. Cold magic began to flow into the air, the magic of an S-rank yer. And it was natural that Kang Byung-chan could not handle it for even a moment. Kuak Only then did Kang Byung-chan realize what his words meant. He panicked to the point that he tried to run. He recognized that his opponent was a monster that he couldnt touch. It seems like your mind is finally working. You seemed to think that I was below you do not forget who holds the hilt of the sword. As he said that, he then opened the Broadcasting System. There was a video of the conversation between them fromst night. Of course, the attempt to corner him was also there. The evidence wasplete. From a stressed mans point of view, this was out of control. If you are sure to go through. We can see this on the 9 oclock news. The tyranny of the journalists who exploit the powerless BJs uh. When this coincides with the election season, dont you think the candidates for the office will be conscious of public opinion and take you down? When politics came up, Kang Byung-chan became paler. Perhaps because he didnt expect anything like this. I, please that! That will not happen. That cannot happen to me. Ah. Do not worry. The secret is safe with me. If you are obedient. If he became a gentle dog, they would have a good rtionship. But if he tried to weasel his way out of this prison, then the magic stones he lost would seem like a childs prank byparison. Kang Byung-chans body trembled. It must be because he realized that Jin-hyuk wasnt simply threatening him anymore. I I understand. Kang Byung-chan nodded. Nice. With this, he had another useful chess piece in his pocket. The 6th floor of the Tower of Trials. Jin-hyuk took out the Mirror which Breaks Down the Boundaries from his subspace inventory. There was onest thing he needed to do before meeting Silvia to participate in the festival of the elves. you told me youd tell me how to be strong. Is this it? Chun Yuseong looked at Jin-hyuk and the mirror with a puzzled face. He was an assistant that had been called to handle various chores. If it involved sword techniques, he would not bother Jin-hyuk, and, considering his personality, Chun Yuseong would do what was asked. In other words, if it involved teaching him something, he would be ready to follow. Why? You can grow rapidly if you breathe the air on the upper floors. With this mirror. I have a rough idea what that is. You really get the most absurd items. Well, I was lucky. Luck well, lets move away from that. Rather, why do you need my help to attack the upper floor? Arent you able to do that alone? Uh? Jin-hyuk flinched at those words. Actually, if he used this shortcut to go to the boss, other named monsters would appear. And he didnt like dealing with those that had no value to him. He wanted to use Chun Yuseong for it, but this guy had a sharp brain. After dueling him 100 times, he quickly noticed that Jin-hyuk wasnt the kind of man everyone thought he was. Ahem. Well. I care for you, think of you, and take care of you. Only a few yers climbed the Tower together in our time, right? And we too had a bond at that time so lets do it together. That is what I mean. Jin-hyuk spoke many words. He tried to highlight their rtionship and move Chun Yuseongs heart. But Chun Yuseong didnt seem to buy this. Man. This is why he didnt like quick-witted people. Jin-hyuk quickly changed the topic. Ah. There is one thing you need to know before we leave. I think I should tell you this before we go. Actually. I know that Unknown is you. Chun Yuseong interrupted him and spoke with a confident voice. Chun Yuseong had known that the two people were the same. Even if you edit the videos, you cannot fool the movement. No one else might know, but I knew it right from the start. is that so? Because it didnt make sense for another person who fights like you to be there. Besides, just by looking at the confidence and skill usage and that chuunibyou attitude, I couldnt think of anyone other than you. Um. It was a bit surprising that this good-looking bastard could recognize it. For a time toe when I finally hear you praise me. Dont get me wrong. I admit that you are great, but in the end, I will win. What did he expect from this man? In the end, their swords had to sh. Right I was more than a fool to be moved by those words. Jin-hyuk shook his head. Talking was good, but it was now time to move. I am finally using this. Jin-hyuk raised his head. The higher ces in the Tower that one would never be able to see from the 6th floor. If this item that was ssified as overrank was used, then he could move up to the 10th floor in one go. Ba-dump! His heart beat quickly. He wasnt fully developed yet, but there was no fear in attacking the 10th floor. This was because he could go up against higher difficulty monsters. After a long while, it will be fun. He could only stay up on the upper floor for 30 minutes, but that was more than enough. For a veteran like him, 30 minutes was like 30 days. Jin-hyuk infused magic into the mirror. And at that moment. Woong! [Mirror which Breaks Down Boundaries is activated!] [The target is yer Kang Jin-hyuk and one more (yer Chun Yuseong)] The mirror began to expand from the size of a palm into arge gate. It was simr to the gate that Rick opened. Well, this is a high-level item that can interfere with causality. A gate theoretically capable of taking them up to the 40th floor was in front of him now, absurd. Oh. Is it like this? With such strong magic, we can jump over a lot of floors. Chun Yuseong narrowed his eyes. So, which floor are we going to? Why ask such an obvious thing? Jin-hyuk opened his mouth. Open to the 10th floor. He chose the highest he could go for now. That was where the boss with the [Invincible] ability was located. [Gate activated] [The road to the 10th floor, ''Warrior''s Resting Area'', is now open.] He wondered if the surface of the gate was shaking, but it soon calmed down. Actually, that is what I was hoping for. Chun Yuseong smiled and walked towards the gate. Chapter 112: Mirror Which Breaks Down The Boundaries (2) Chapter 112: Mirror Which Breaks Down The Boundaries (2) [Time remaining for the Mirror Which Breaks Down the Boundaries: 0h:29m:59s] With a short status message, the view in front of him changed. It became a meadow with dazzling light pouring on it. At the center were 22 ck knights wearing iron armor. Even though they were inactive, the magic emanating from their bodies felt unusual. He could feel his skin tingle at the sensation. It meant that the energy emanating from the knights was higher than most. All of them have to be named. Jin-hyuk evaluated them calmly. Chun Yuseong also kept his mouth shut as he evaluated the knights. He was weighing andparing the ability of the enemy against his own. They are strong. A short conclusion. However, if Chun Yuseong said it, it was no exaggeration. It would have been difficult for him to guarantee a victory even if the raiding team came from arge guild. They seem quite strong. So what now? Is it worth the try? I think we can try up to five at the same time. Any more would be a risk for us. Of course, all the assumptions must be based on the premise that the monster, in the end, will not wake up. Both of them looked towards the side. Right. The most striking of these enemies was the giant stone statue at the end. It has been so long since I saw him. Jin-hyuk looked at the stone statue with cold eyes. This was the culprit that frustrated many yers in the [Tower of Trials] and made them give up. The boss and guardian of the 10th floor, a being that never died, gave out an overwhelming force and intimidation. Even if the rest of the ck knights here teamed up, they wouldnt be able to keep up with it. Do we have to do some preparations now? Lets clear this one as Unknown. [Subspace inventory is activated.] Jin-hyuk pulled out his patterned mask from his subspace inventory. The identity of Unknown that he had decided for the future would be the Temple of the Barrier. He was thinking of editing a few scenes and reconstructing the video using her barriers. Even now, many viewers are looking for Unknown, so it is time to show them slowly. Above all, proper distribution of the boss battles was essential for him to im both the first and second ranks simultaneously. If I want to deal with all the ck knights, I need a lot of magic And that was something he should avoid. In order to show a splendid fight, he had to save his energy. In addition, he had to create a neat scene. In the end, to satisfy both Fine! Swordsmon! I chose you! Jin-hyuk tapped Chun Yuseong on the shoulder. Ugh! What do you think I am? Uh, it is training. Just training. He wanted to be strong, right? Then he shouldnt be angry and just follow what he said. Even in martial arts, it took one year to learn properly. A learner must first learn how to cook or clean before being allowed to hold a sword. He should be grateful that he was being taught after such a short amount of time! Dont bullshit me! Even if we fight together, we cannot defeat them. No matter what you say, this is unreasonable! Hmm. Did he want to act like this? Well then. Let us do this. If you deal with those knights and hold up against the boss for a minute. I will give you anything you want. At those words, Chun Yuseongs eyes widened. Defeating Jin-hyuk was the reason and goal he strived for as he climbed the Tower. Therefore, this proposal right now was terrific for him. For real? Right. You wanted a one-on-one match with me, right? If youter change your words or pretend like you dont know Dont worry. If you seed, I will fight you wherever you want, anytime, and in any stadium or ce. That promise I wille after it. Srng! Chun Yuseong drew his sword. His rune-covered sword shone with a bright light as it was unsheathed. [Chun Yuseong activated the Unique Ability ''Sword Song''] At that moment. Kukuku! The ck knights began to react to the intruders magic. Their weapons were two-handed swords ranging from 1.5 to 2 meters in length. A heavy weight could be felt from their ck armor, but, in contrast, their steps were light. This is a haven for warriors. It is a ce where only those who are deserving cane. Those who havent built up any feats toe here are not allowed to enter. And you are undeserving. Their voices were like iron being scraped together. In any case, those who emphasized chivalry and simr things were boring people to listen to. Besides, if they were monsters that didnt give a single experience point, then they were all the more terrible. However A Chun Yuseong with a clear goal in mind was second to none and would surprise any enemy. If you interfere in my ns to have a confrontation with this guy, I will cut you all down! Chun Yuseong uttered those words as he narrowed the distance in an instant. Kwang! The enhanced energy from Chun Yuseongs Soul Chasing Sword collided with a ck knights sword and forced it to the ground. Clearly, they were being pushed back in a battle of power. human! Now, in a simple battle, the side with the upper hand would already be decided. But the problem was This wasnt a one-on-one fight. Cut him down! Cheeky human! Two ck knights approached from the side. Naturally, their attacks were aimed at the neck and heart as if it was measured with a scale. Kakang! Drops of red blood sshed past the sparks. Ayer of skin. If they had been a bit stronger, there would have been a hole in Chun Yuseongs heart. He almost died. Jin-hyuk, who was watching this, whistled. Is this what it is like for his hands to sweat? There was nothing more enjoyable than seeing strong people fight. Fighting newbies had its charm, but it was more exciting when fights were of a certain level. There are still a lot of gaps, but it seems like he put in a lot of effort. He hadnt received the title of a swordsman for free. Considering that each ck Knight had 8,000 magic, Chun Yuseong faced the equivalent of 22 rankers alone. The Soul Chasing Sword was now at a point where he could easily use it. This caused the confrontation to lean to one side slowly. It will be done in just a few minutes. If there had been an audience here, now was the time to watch it. It wasnt easy to see the sight of a lion overpowering dozens of hyenas. Papapak! Three sword forms were engraved in the center of the ck armor. No matter how strong one knight was, as long as the orbs of life that supported their bodies were destroyed simultaneously, they could do nothing. To do this how surprising for a human I cannot believe this. I didnt think a warriors pride would copse like this. One and then two. The ck Knights began to fall. Naturally, as their numbers began to decrease, the power gap widened. And finally Thud! Thest of them had its body split and fell down. At that moment. Kill him! A fallen knight swung its sword at Chun Yuseongs legs. It was ast-ditch ambush. Kakang! Fortunately, Chun Yuseong managed to narrowly escape. You are so tenacious. Cold sweat ran down his back. He would have been hit if he had been careless for even one moment. There were several wounds, but his breathing wasnt even disturbed. The same applied to his magic. He managed to preserve his strength tost one minute against thest boss. Now there was only one step left before he got to fight that man. Just a little more. If he held on a little longer. Get up The tip of his sword was directed at the only remaining enemy. Right. [The 10th-floor boss monster'' Rock Giant'' wakes up!] The giant, who had stayed silent until now, opened its eyes. Kukukuku! The sky above them trembled. A hideous feeling assailed his skin beyond anything he had ever felt. I didnt expect it to be like this. Chun Yuseong sighed. It was impossible to beat this opponent now as he had skipped floors, and his growth wasnt at its best yet. And he knew that. However, he knew he could hold on for at least a minute or even more. Because he had grown stronger. He had grown iparably to his past. And he was sure that this growth would be enough. But The moment he faced the boss, he realized. Why Jin-hyuk had given him the condition ofsting against the boss for 1 minute. And how much of a misunderstanding he had lived under until now. Damn it. Magic that was as crushing as the deep ocean. The increase in magic between its sleeping and waking state was absurd! This was an actual monster. One minute against him? Impossible. Not possible. Although he hadnt exchanged even a single attack, he realized the clear difference in power between him and the rock giant. This This was different. Coming to this ce and subduing the ck knights and to wake me up The rock giant looked at Chun Yuseong with interest. Right, that was how it was. Many had challenged the 10th floor, but none had been able to subdue all of the ck Knights alone. Right. You must be the strongest of all humans. The Rock Giant stood to its full height. It towered at a massive height of five meters. Its shield and de were weapons that could not be ignored. Moreover, the armor that covered its body left no gaps to attack. A perfect armor. This was the first time he faced an enemy with no gaps besides Jin-hyuk. But now that he was here, he couldnt back down. Because he didnt want to turn around and see that idiot with a weird grin on his face. Psss! A blue light shone on his sword. He raised his qi-filled sword and used the 3rd attack form of the Soul Chasing Sword. The best defense is the best offense. And that was how he could reach the time limit. Right now, he could only defend. Tat! Chun Yuseongs body vanished from sight. He reappeared behind the Rock Giant and shed his sword horizontally. Kwaang! But There was not a single scratch on the Rock Giant. [Invincibility] It was a unique ability that made it immune to physical and magic attacks. This was the strongest shield that was imprable by anything. Sword qi using such insignificant sword techniques. Well, I will teach you something nice. [The Rock Giant activates Lv15 Stone Break] The Rock Giants de split the air. Kwakwakwang! With a terrifying roar, everything in front of him crumbled as the ground and grass were blown away. It wasnt even a direct hit, but just the shockwave! This! Chun Yuseong yelled as he swung and rotated his sword like a pinwheel, but nothing happened. The enemy had swung its weapon only once, but it had exceeded any defense he could put up. Kwang! Kuak! Chun Yuseongs bnce copsed with just one hit. It was so shocking that he had no time to catch his breath as a second attack followed. A stab. The sword, over 2 meters in length, aimed for a single point. This was bad. He could not avoid this. Chun Yuseng took a deep breath. As he thought of death, the hand holding his sword began to lose strength. But Woong! Something blocked the swords path. It was a red dagger with white ice flying around it. Even after seeing it, it was hard to believe, but that massive sword was blocked by just a small dagger! One minute. A simple statement. Unfortunately, you failed. That came from Jin-hyuks mouth. Chapter 113: Mirror Which Breaks Down The Boundaries (3) Chapter 113: Mirror Which Breaks Down The Boundaries (3) H-how? The Rock Giant stuttered in confusion. Stone Break was a sh that crushed the enemy in one hit. Therefore, when used against a human, the expected result was to crush them like a bug. But Just how?! How did a human block its attack so effortlessly? It could only draw one conclusion. The swordsman there isnt the strongest one. Right. It was you. With that assumption, the Rock Giant arrived at the correct answer. It was hard to believe, but the abilities of the humans from outside of the Tower were beyond what the Rock Giant had expected. Well, I am stronger than him. Jin-hyuk shrugged. Chun Yuseong made a face that clearly expressed his hatred of that statement but didnt protest. He had been saved by Jin-hyuk, after all. The Rock Giant then changed its question. How can a human be this strong? No you man, have youe from Murim? Or are you someone from the Imperial side? Either Murim or the Empire. Well, it would be logical to think that. Among humans, no one else could challenge the 10th floor on their own if not for them. There were quite a few talented and strong people in the Murim. They belonged to factions such as the Forces of Justice, Forces of Evil, and the Demonic Sect. Simrly, the Imperials had also built up a reasonably strong force. You are quite sharp for a stone head, but no. Werent you ever told to not judge people on your prejudices? Did you call me a stone head? Yes. Your whole body is rock, and your head is of granite and basalt, right? He was a rock giant, so he had to be made of that. Well, it didnt matter. How dare you say such nonsense to me?! The rock giant was enraged. At the same time, lines in the shape of a chessboard began to take shape on the ground. It was a board-type skill that could only be used by a few boss monsters. [Sanctuary] Finally, the first phase begins. Jin-hyuk rxed his arms and legs. The boss on the 10th floor had two main phases, and the first was to fight on this board. Its attacks also varied depending on the color of the board. Whether or not one could respond appropriately to Sanctuary is the crucial aspect determining the oue. Watch out for things on the first, second, or third floors? If he had to pick a floor to advise other yers, it would be this one. Lets try to take it step by step. The most critical information had already been extracted through Eye of Gluttony. [Copy Condition: The Rock Giant possesses one of the absolute abilities, '' Invincible''. Unless it is an absolute judgment skill of a ss, you won''t be able to break through its iron wall. If you can ovee the opponent by crossing that wall, you can copy the unique ability of the opponent.] [However, the active usage time of the Invincible ability is shortened.] He couldnt check the full details of the status window because of therge gap between them. At least he could see the copy conditions, however. It was the easiest one thus far. If the enemy was too strong, he needed to knock them down. With that, he would be able to get the ability. Woong! The board engulfed the whole area, and he could feel the air change. Unknown magic added dampness to the wind. Everything he saw from here on out was within the realm of [Sanctuary]. Die. The Rock Giant proimed. A yellow light shone on the square that Jin-hyuk stood on. Exactly 0.3 secondster. Psss! A streak of lightning fell from the sky. It was a lightning strike that fell so fast and urately that no one could possibly react to it. But Jin-hyuk, who should have been obliterated, suffered no wounds as ice crystals had appeared over his head and blocked the lightning. You reacted to that? Within such a brief moment? That made no sense! In contrast to the shocked giant, Jin-hyuk was ratherid back. There is one thing you have misunderstood The board told him in advance where and what woulde. And if you knew what came, it didnt matter if he had 10 seconds or 0.3 seconds. Avoiding or blocking is a piece of cake. It was easy with the set patterns. What other notice did he even need? Cant we just move on to the second phase without losing energy? I want to take a shower since I dont like sweating too much. All he had done today was wash his face with strawberry-scented soap. It was different from the one he usually used. Dont be too cocky just because you dodged once. It is only a fluke. If that makes you feel better, then sure, try more. Jin-hyuk said in reply. Of course, the Rock Giant wasnt a boss that would simply fall for that kind of provocation. [Additional magic power has been infused into the Sanctuary!] The board fully bloomed thanks to the boss monsters magic. All of the sections of the board shone at once. The lights were so colorful that it was pleasing to see as countless skills exploded on the ground. Kukuku! Kwakwang! Bang! It was like fireworks had exploded on the ground as des of ice jutted up. It was like a chain reaction. Once one was triggered, the other traps were also activated. There was no longer anything like a pattern here. The attacks came randomly with no set variations and focused on taking down its prey. [Lv6 ''Sword Demon Emperor''s Steps'' activated!] Jin-hyuk immediately moved around like a squirrel in a storm. Finding rules and patterns in irregrities was the virtue of a veteran. His body began to move in search of a path without him even having to do anything. The attacks were aimed at his blind spots and tried to induce a wrong step, but it didnt matter. If the opponent reads two moves ahead, then you should read three moves ahead. If they could read three, then you read five. Tuk! Kwang! An area he avoided exploded. Tat! Chik! Jin-hyuks movements were at the level of being on par with the Gods, such was the extent of his clean movement. Of course, from the point of view of an observer, he was beyondmon sense. Eventually, Jin-hyuk, who had leisurely avoided everything, reached the Rock Giant. He had no wounds on him. His breathing was calm as well. If you do any more, you will lose. Isnt it time for you to realize that? The enormous chess board skill was a powerful area of effect attack but had the disadvantage of draining massive amounts of magic. And if it was using it blindly like it was now, even a boss monster would eventually run out. right. I dont think I can catch the annoying flies with such things. The Rock Giant waves its hand again. [Sanctuary is being closed] The lines on the floor vanished, and the first phase ended. Unlike the first phase, the leisurely feeling around the Rock Giant had vanished. It now acknowledged that its opponent wasnt easy prey. And How much more has he grown in this time? Chun Yuseong, who had watched all of this, bit his tongue. It had only been 24 hours! Everyone had the same amount of time. But Even though they had spent the same amount of time, even though he had nearly killed himself to train. How did Jin-hyuk show even more growth? Their gap was now so vast that he couldnt even touch his fingertips. [The second phase, ''Brawl,'' begins] [Only one survivor of the 1:1 fight can escape from this ce.] As the second phase started, Jin-hyuk pulled out another item from his subspace inventory. It was a red liquid inside a barrier that was marked with runes. The Blood of Medusa. Originally, any of Medusas body parts taken out of the temple would lose their power. An exception was made if it was sealed inside a barrier. There are very few yers who use barriers as their profession, and there are no yers like me who canbine three or more barriers. This method was known to only very few. Of course, it wasnt easy to even approach a monster who could turn you to stone and deal with it methodically. However, there were more than 3,000 types of attack patterns that the Rock Giant could use. The pattern also changed with each encounter. The worst part is that there is only one gap for each pattern. In other words, he only had one chance per turn. And any mistake would lead to failure. This meant that everything he did needed to be perfect. Not only using the Blood of Medusa at the right timing but to escape alive as well. Phew Jin-hyuk exhaled. In line with the sound of his heart, he checked the rhythm he had memorized. One step, and then another. If possible, he had to move lightly and quickly. The moment his breathing became normal Step. Jin-hyuk entered his opponents range. Oh. Youe close to me. I will acknowledge that you have a great spirit of challenge. The eyes of the Rock Giant seemed to smile, and making eye contact was enough to make his skin tingle. It would have been difficult to bear if [Mental Barrier] wasnt being used. The sense of intimidation from the 10th-floor boss monster was that terrifying. But Challenger is a term used when one goes for something difficult. This is a level I can enjoy and finish. Jin-hyuk still didnt look all that tense. Well, this was expected. No matter how many bosses there were to frustrate the yers, they were simply obstacles. For Jin-hyuk, who had seen the end of the Tower, this was just one of the many tasks he had toplete. I decided. From now on, I will do my best to rip that mouth off! The Rock Giant pulled out a new sword. It had three different jewels embedded in it. [Rock Giant activates Lv18 ''Will of the Rock''!] [Attack power and attack speed increased by 15% for 10 minutes] [All skills possessed by the caster increase by one level!] With the appearance of these status windows, the real battle began/ The Rock Giant approached. Despite its five-meter size, its movement looked calm, like flowing water. The distance between them was narrowed in an instant. The great sword in the Rock Giants hand bridged the space. Woong A blow that would have damaged his ears was avoided by Jin-hyuk. But Kwakwakwang! Arge shockwave followed the sh, and the ground below began to crack like a dried tortoise shell. [Red Jewel Curse of Heat is activated!] Unlike when it had attacked Chun Yuseong, the swords attack power had increased due to the gem set on it. This much power even if I avoided it? If he even got scratched, that would be the end. That was how incredible the power behind it was. The timing was tight, and the gap towards the Rock Giant was tiny. However, this was a trap. If Jin-hyuk took a risk and moved, he would die due to a rock shield that would be used to crush him. Then Chapter 114: Mirror Which Breaks Down The Boundaries (4) Chapter 114: Mirror Which Breaks Down The Boundaries (4) Combine both barriers and skills to create a series of high-level traps. It looked simple, but it was a technique that required three totalbinations. [cier Formation and ''Perennial Ice Jade'' are activated!] [The barrier ''Full Protection'' is activated!] [The barrier ''Frost Enhancement'' is activated!] A stream of ice emerged from the floor and swallowed all of the Rock Giants body. Since Full Protection was used, the cold attribute would also be maximized. Ice began to form along the hard rock surface, But Kwakwang! So disgusting! The ice prison couldnt hold the Rock Giant for even 3 seconds. This was because the Rock Giants physical and magic resistance was too high in addition to its undying attribute. The ice began to crumble. Pss! This time, the light at the tip of his dagger flickered. Kwaang! A single straight beam of light struck the Rock Giants face. [Daylight] and [Mand] were collected to the limit and released Even with that, the Rock Giants bnce didnt break. The attack only lightly scorched its surface. That is a pretty interestingbination, but that is all. No attack can hurt me. It didnt seem like it needed any effort to block his attack. No, it instead showed off its unique ability that negated any need for a shield. It is tough. That bnce of yours is still maintained. What about the movement? This isnt bad for a 10th-floor monster. Your mouth seems alive. I often hear that. Jin-hyuk shrugged his shoulders, and the Rock Giant smiled. It feels nice, very nice. Keep doing that, and youll die. I need to give you a taste of what it feels to be trampled, and I will be able to feel free and high for a moment. The stronger the opponent was, the more rxed one would stay. The pleasure of victory increased when a high-headed one was smashed to bits. The Rock Giant understood this. Uh. I am the same. It is probably hard for us to get to know each other. If you enjoy harassing other people, maybe we can help each other do it? I think so. Let me finish it. The Rock Giant was ready to attack again. This movement left it exposed with many ws in its defense. Of course, there was good reason for the Rock Giant to ignore defense andunch an attack to defeat its opponent. It was confident that Jin-hyuk, at the moment, could not cause any damage to the Rock Giant with his current skills. Actually, unless I used a relic which defies the absolute judgment skills or rules, the Rock Giant must be convinced that it would never lose. But that didnt matter. It wasnt like you could only win by using absolute judgment skills. Ive fought giant monsters with a single spoon. The ability to win with just small things in hand. That was the way veterans climbed the Tower. Jin-hyuk smiled. He already had a rough idea of what pattern to use for the rest of this encounter phase. Shift the center of gravity forward by three degrees. The hand holding the sword was located 35 centimeters above the handle. Jin-hyuk smiled. There was no way he didnt know. How could he not know? This was the C-158 pattern. This was one of the patterns he had memorized to deal with this Rock Giant. After a few attacks, all the relevant information would pour in. As he needed to organize thousands of patterns, he ssified them into A, B, C, and D by major categories. C was a specific attack pattern among them. Simply put, it had the characteristic of actively removing intruders out of its domain. The risk is high, but it is a pattern in which a rtivelyrge number of gaps are revealed. Things were going well. He could now get sess in this within the 30-minute time limit. Jin-hyuk retook his position. At the same time, the Rock Giant was poised for a charge. Challenger. I will test how many times you can withstand my attack. Um I know you are good and that the attacks are fine, but you cant keep that mouth shut, can you? It was strange how the Rock Giant needed to speak words every time it attacked. It wasnt like the Invincibility skill was applied by using its mouth or anything. No dont tell me that you developed the chuunibyou disease or something? Huhu. Such a good fight. As I thought, it was a blow worthy of the end for your body. Finally, I can rest and so on. He already imagined things the Rock Giant would say and wanted to avoid those cheesy phrases. cheeky bastard! Kwang! The Rock Giant began to sprint. Thud! Thud! Thud! Thud! Grass and soil were being churned by its steps, but Jin-hyuk allowed the opponent to approach him. Shock? Fear? Embarrassment? Nope, none of those things. Even if it was a boss that managed to strike fear into many yers, for Jin-hyuk, he was simply a boss monster he had already defeated numerous times. Considering the future ahead of him, this was just one of the many points he needed to pass. Woong! The great sword split the air once more. This time, an attack carried the force of Rock Giants massive frame. Ill have to stop avoiding him soon. ording to the pattern, he would need to gradually ept and entice the opponent. Of course, it would be unreasonable to try and handle this with just a dagger. The weapon in Jin-hyuks hands changed. This time, he wielded the Twin Dragon Swords. [Unique Ability'' Sword Grave'' has been activated!] One of the swords became dyed in ck in an instant. The memories of the Sword Demon flowed through his body. And just like that. The image he saw then changed. Nice. Jin-hyuk moved his swords to flow with the great swords movement. Kakakang! Kang! Movements that flowed naturally like water. And he used that sword movement to apply the right amount of power. Bang! Kwang! A sword strike struck the Rock Giants body like an anomaly. It was a close-distance counterblow. Typically, it would be able to deliver a blow sharp enough to finish things in one attack. Yet the result stayed the same. There wasnt a single scratch on the Rock Giants body. What a disgusting unique ability it had! When I see something like this, it makes sense that people give up. I understand. Who would even participate if you couldnt inflict a single wound after fighting all day? They would inevitably fold to the game. Jin-hyuk clicked his tongue and summoned an ability from the Library. Woong! A golden piece of parchment spread itself around Jin-hyuk. The skills he had recorded on them were revealed. To maximize their effectiveness. [Due to the level difference with the target, ''Rift'' is activated to the maximum!] Rift and Luck were stats that adapted to the situation. Everything he had built up all this time exposed itself like an explosion. Kukukuku! A ray of light fell through the stars. Jin-hyuk, who had activated the Blessings of the Stars, began to gather up his magic. He was showing his will to not avoid this fight by sparing none of his strength. At that ferocious look, the Rock Giant smiled. Oh. Are you finally going toe at me head-on? Well. Is there anything I shouldnt do? Jin-hyuk raised his sword as if beckoning the giant to attack. And The Rock Giant would not avoid that kind of invitation. Interesting! The great sword soared high in the sky. [Green jewel ''Curse of Ovep'' is activated!] The weight of the great sword was magnified. Now it would be more appropriate to say that it was closer to a clump of iron. This was the correct time. now! Jin-hyuk brought out a new skill. [Lv2'' Giant Grasp'' is activated!] From his fingers to his shoulder. The muscles began to expand rapidly. As all of his stats and skills ovepped in this situation, the effective power he would be able to generate was more than an Lv 2 skill. Kwaang! Both swords collided with a roar. The shock was so intense that his feet dug into the ground. Still, Jin-hyuk endured this. Considering that the weight increase caused by the green jewel multiplied the swords weight by five times, this was absurd. This cannot be. Did you survive this? The Rock Giant looked surprised. It couldnt imagine a human that could handle a sword attack that held all of its raw strength. No isnt this what is called power? If the name of the 10th-floor boss was simply because of his unique ability, then it is disappointing. Such provocative remarks. What a fucked up human you are! How dare you act this arrogant! Enraged, the Rock Giant swung its sword. The attacks now came like an onught. Bang! Kwang! Bang! Yet Jin-hyuk received all of them, no matter how strong or fast they were. Since his body had memorized all of the patterns, all he needed to do was respond to them. Slowly. Very slowly. Draw in the opponent. Almost there. The point where the stars in the night sky intersected with the light that came from the Blessings of the Stars. The ce where the two lights came together would dictate sess or failure. And it was important. Jin-hyuk frowned. I have to aim for the moment when the two lights shine. At that moment. The body of the Rock Giant began to shine. The magic stone that served as its driving force became visible. Caught it! Jin-hyuk activated the runes at that exact moment. [1-star barrier ''Window That Traps Light'' is activated!] A pure white rune spread around the Rock Giant. It all happened nearly instantly. T-this! The Rock Giant tried to escape, but it was futile. Kwaang! The great sword, blocked by the barrier, bounced back. The Window That Traps Light was a unique barrier that could block even starlight. When activated at the right timing, it was a strong binding force. No matter how strong a boss was, the boss could be taken down in one blow. The gap was now created. Jin-hyuk ced the Blood of Medusa through a hole in the barrier with his thumb. Drops of blood spun around within and touched the Rock Giant. At that moment. [Absolute Judgment'' Curse of Petrification'' is activated!] [Absolute Judgment ''Invincible Blessing'' resists!] The two absolute skills collided. Medusas unique ability with its absolute condition that it must turn its target into stone. And the Rock Giants unique ability with the absolute condition that it would never die. Both skills contradicted each other. As the two collided, a void was created. An area where causality could not intervene. It would be the responsibility of a third person to break the bnce. There are other ways, but I like this one the most. How should he describe this? A heart that beats with pleasure at the confidence of seeing his enemys face distorted? Jin-hyuk smiled at the Rock Giant. Now it was time for this moving stone to be a real stone. Chapter 115: Mirror Which Breaks Down The Boundaries (5) Chapter 115: Mirror Which Breaks Down The Boundaries (5) [Unique ability ''Blood Demon Qi'' is activated.] The ability to further aggravate wounds dealt on a target. There was no better ability than this to break this tightly held bnce. As the dark red energy slowly rose, something strange happened to the Rock Giant, who had been like an iron wall. Medusas petrification effect began to take hold. Kukuku! [Absolute Judgment'' Curse of Petrification'' will be cast!] A dark gray wave rose from the areas where the liquid touched. M-Medusas blood. The effects shouldnt stay potent after leaving the temple! You! What did you do?! The Rock Giant yelled in disbelief. An Absolute Judgment ability would be rare to find on floors under the 10th floor. Not only was it because it was difficult to obtain, but it was also difficult to use properly. Even the higher beings who protected the Towers hierarchy didnt know everything. Of course, it would be impossible for a human to know more. But This cheeky human knew a method that even the Rock Giant was unaware of. Answer me, human! Answer me right now! As the Rock Giant slowly stiffened, it tried to demand the reason why he was now suffering so. Perhaps it was more curious about the situation instead of its inevitable death. Jin-hyuk didnt give it an answer. Even if he told it the method, it wouldnt understand. Because one can never understand how much trial and error and frustration I had gone through for this. It was a state where he needed to constantly suffer through the same situations to achieve one target. It was only because of this struggle that he uncovered so many of the Towers secrets. Kukukuku! The speed of the Rock Giants petrification increased. The petrification that had started with its legs had now reached its chest. In a few minutes, it would reach the head. This was the end of the 10th-floor boss monster. Jin-hyuk continued to observe it with emotionless eyes as the process finished. The Rock Giant was now just a piece of real stone. Tring! [The 10th-floor boss ''Rock Giant'' has fallen!] [The 11th floor of the Tower of Trials is open!] [Since the intervening floors weren''t conquered, only those who received the permission of the first attack can go to the 11th floor.] [Time remaining until next floor is cleared: 89D: 23h: 59m: 59s] [Level has risen] [Level has risen] [Level has risen] [Level has risen] [Level has risen] [You have acquired the Rock Giant''s Great Sword'' Armor Breaker''] [You have obtained the Shield of the Rock Giant ''Gray Heart''] [Coin Exchange''s Cookie Bag promotion (limited time item) has been acquired] [This surprising achievement will be inscribed in the ''Hall of Fame'' for 2 days] [You have acquired the unique ability ''One Second Invincibility''] He had gone up a whopping five levels. Items that had been used by the boss monster were also dropped. This is why I can never give up on the Tower. This sense of aplishment after passing a difficult task. It was always great to feel such things. The best things were always the rewards that came after such hard work. The Tower of Trials and its onlinemunity, the intelligence department, the guilds, Viewtube, and numerous media were in chaos. In fact, the whole world had turned upside down. This was inevitable. Because the video that was uploaded to the Hall of Fame was beyondmon sense. -Watermelon ve: Not long ago, there was chaos because of Kang Jin-hyuk''s video. This time it''s Unknown. -Mr. Kim: This is the first time I''ve heard that there are middle managers in the Tower! -Apple Tart: To be honest, I thought Kang Jin-hyuk''s video would be number one for at least a month. -zerokpl1005: But ha, he''s on the 10th floor, lol. What the hell is this Unknown guy! -Mid Faker: Actually, he broke through the current ceiling and entered the 10th floor, right? -amazing for men: It''s actually more insane than I thought. I wish there would be moreing out, some other guilds or anything. -Baeksu over Tesu: Huh, but From what I heard, it seems that there must be a hidden piece that would exin this. -Screaming Daram: Maybe it was some kind of a hidden job? -5252: My heart feels huge. -C is Coke Zero: But this is the real thing. The title of top ranker seemed to be shared between two people. Which of the two is stronger? Manypliments followed the videos appearance. One of thementators raised a sensitive topic. Their question was simr to asking which was stronger between a lion and a tiger. Or, more topically, who was better, Messi or Ronaldo? It was now a world where one could ponder the question forever, but no answer woulde. However, the user C is Coke Zero broke the dam. Eventually, themunity became highly heated. -Lord, I send you another: You areparing the 10th floor clear with something else. Of course, it will be Unknown. Am I the only one who saw the video? -Bad dogs of the world: You''re just yapping around like some old boomer. Are you a chihuahua? Why are you trying to say a man who hides his face is better than Kang Jin-hyuk? -Apple tart: Everyone knows that the 10th-floor boss has an Invincibility ability, right? It is said that most in the past would give up, and only a few had seeded. The sessful strategy was never even revealed. -AT-T major shareholder: Yes, but Kang Jin-hyuk. -CCL5004: Right. Unknown still has more points It was an uproar. To the point where it was difficult to keep up with thements. Doesnt this feel like members of two fan clubs fighting? Jin-hyuk thought this as he looked at themunity. Jin-hyuk had lit the spark bymenting under a fake user name to see what would happen, but the current response was a bit much. Kang Jin-hyuk and Unknown. It was precisely like two men recruiting their own fanbase topete with each other. The overwhelming difference between the two should be shown with some editing He was quite confident as he had edited numerous videos in the past. After mostly confirming the reaction, Jin-hyuk stretched out his body for quite a bit. Phew. My arms are sore. He had run wild against the 10th-floor boss. He also had a good workout, so it was inevitable that fatigue would take over his body. He then made a groaning sound. He felt good because he had defeated a boss monster that others couldnt win against by risking their lives. Jin-hyuk looked at the items he hadid on the hotel room floor. Armor Breaker and Gray Heart. The poison effect solution had gotten him the best possible items. This was why he liked solo y over ying with a party. He got to keep the best items for himself. This is probably a tanker item. Jin-hyuk looked through the Eye of Gluttony. [Armor Breaker Acquisition Difficulty: SS Attack: 2850 Durability: 550/ 580 Weight: 105kg Effect: Ignores 30% of the opponent''s total defense. If you hit an effective attack 10 times in a row, the stun effect activates for 1 second. Features: can only be used by yers who havepleted their ''Tank'' ss quest.] The attack power of the dagger he had strengthened 10 times in thebyrinth was 280. Armor Breaker was an item that boasted an attack power that was 10 times stronger. It meant that any piece of armor could be crushed. However, the effects of ignoring defense and the stun werent that good. But it cannot be ced on the market carelessly. It was an item too good to be given to other yers. Even if I die, I will not give someone something better than mine. He couldnt do that. No matter how many coins they offered or what kind of item they wanted to exchange. He would avoid it if there was even a 1% chance that it would be a risk factor. [Gray Heart Acquisition Difficulty: SS Defense: 120,558 Durability: 1000/ 2000 Weight: 200kg Effect: Gain an additional 10% defense against physical and magic attacks. When 1:1 with an enemy, the weight is reduced by 30% for 1 hour Feature: Can only be used by yers with a Tank ss.] And now the shield. The formidable defense rating and its rare effects made it impossible for him to give it up to a Tank yer. If I sell this, it will be like handing it over to the Gods who have a desire of their own. If the Gods possessed something like this, they would never hand it down to the yers. It would eliminate the risk of raising uselesspetitors. Even Rick would be used as a stepping stone without a second thought. But, I gained a lot of things from this raid. Jin-hyuk nodded with satisfaction. An opportunity to use his skills and barriers in conjunction and practice variousbinations. The chance had only been possible thanks to the monsters invincibility. Therefore, he was able to freely use the skills. Somebinations were good, and he could do more in the future. He also had a new unique ability that he could use for one second. [1 Second Invincibility Description: This was the ability of invincibility used by the Rock Giant, the boss monster of the 10th floor. However, this copied ability would onlyst for 1 second and has a cooldown time of 240 hours.] This was honestly a bit disappointing. Although its limitation and usage time was low, it would work in emergencies. Finally. Jin-hyuks gaze turned to another part of the floor. Thest reward was the Cookie Bag Promotion, an item that could be used to learn skills rted to a second job change. This had the potential to be very fun. It had the ability to refund his coins in their entirety if he sessfully learned it. Of course, the difficulty was extremely high, so even strong yers would also be unlikely to seed Thats a story about mid-level people. The veteran No, one shouldnt give such rewards to just any veteran. They would wipe everything out in one blow. In the first ce, the phrase one coin clear is already strange. If a yer wanted to get the skill, they wouldnt even be given one chance. Jin-hyuk tore up the 30-centimeter-long piece of paper. [You have used the Cookie Bag Promotion] [Secondary job skills are unlocked (A total of 117 barrier-rted skills have been unlocked below 3 stars)] [The required coin to learn a skill is 750,000 coins; if you fail to acquire it, you will have to pay the same amount to try again. If the attempt is sessful, all the paid coins will be refunded.] [The duration is 24 hours.] A progression of status windows appeared in front of him. Next to them, a total of 117 barrier-rted skills were disyed. It wouldnt even take 24 hours. I will finish it in 3 hours. Jin-hyuk smiled as he read the first ability. Chapter 116: Moonlight Stay Festival (1) Chapter 116: Moonlight Stay Festival (1) [To learn the 1-star barrier'' Optical Refraction,'' you need to deploy 3 runes] That one was easy. Jin-hyuk had drawn the runes in an instant before the status window exnation was even finished. The Moon Imprint engraved on his shoulder instantly radiated a dazzling light. [You have acquired the 1-star barrier ''Optical Refraction''] [Won the Cookie Bag Event!] [750,000 coins will be refunded!] [Do you want to challenge yourself to learn the next barrier?] It was a method of adding new information to previously known knowledge. Like a type of infusion education system, new content about Optical Refraction permeated through Jin-hyuks mind. Oh. Could Optical Refraction be used this way? A smile appeared on Jin-hyuks lips. Even if you already knew 99% of the material, the 1% of new info that could be learned was enough to be amazing. This was why it was better to have chosen an unknown job. Its been a really long time since hes been able to learn something new. Definitely, formally acquiring it will help understand the barrier morepletely. Jin-hyuk immediately opened the next barrier skill. [If you want to learn the 1-star barrier ''Under Dark Feet''] A trap barrier? Again, Jin-hyuk drew the appropriate runes before the exnation was finished. He didnt need to listen to these basic descriptions. And that was that. This was a level that he could do in his sleep. Well, it is just 1 star. Jin-hyuk thought this as he opened the next task. An endless cycle of taking up a new challenge and getting a coin refund ensued. Most yers who chose to learn about barriers would end up holding their heads and grunting in frustration. It involved solving many difficult questions. However, for Jin-hyuk, this was just basic stuff. Time passed. The number indicating the barriers level began to increase. [2 star] [3 star] The status windows rapidly shed in front of him. The higher the difficulty, the faster the barrier waspleted. He was slowly umting many skills. Finally [Just stop this, you idiot!] [We are going to end up out of business!] [Somehow, he doesn''t spend a single coin and is eating up all our things! This little bastard!] The system, which had its limits exceeded, began to run rampant. This was an act thatpletely disregarded morality. The endless repetition of giving and withdrawing coins inevitably made the system angry. However, Jin-hyuk just ignored it. Hey. This is a very good ce. What is this? They are generously giving me many things. Whether it hurts the system or not. This was just him exercising his right under the set rules. Jin-hyuk further increased his speed. Barriers that were difficult to understand had been fully zed through. And finally [You have acquired the 117th barrier.] He cleared every barrier challenge. All of it happened in under two and a half hours. 6th floor of the Tower of Trials After finishing all his work outside the Tower, Jin-hyuk headed towards the meeting ce for the elves festival. Its nice to be free, but its only then that I feel like the main character of an apocalypse. Initially, it was a ce that yers wouldnt be able to often find. However, after the news of the 10th-floor attack spread and that only the right people could enter. Everyone turned their eyes to Unknown. To be precise Chung Yuseong who believes in Unknown. Jin-hyuks face became sinister. The situation where Chun Yuseong was seen with Unknown would spread. It was only due to pity, but thanks to the fans wild imaginations, he gained new fans. He didnt know for sure, but around Chun Yuseong now must be a ton of reporters, guild representatives, and fans trying to get more information. For that purpose, the existence of Chun Yuseong was omitted from his video of the 10th-floor raid. I have to apologizeter. He probably wouldnt like it, but that guy would understand if Jin-hyuk exined it properly. Probably. Yeah, probably. Jin-hyuk erased the topic of Chun Yuseong from his mind. Considering what that damn swordsman was like, he would probably try to find a new way to fight. Instead of that troublesome thought, Jin-hyuk instead summoned his pet from his subspace. Sweet Potato toddled and looked around. It was only recently born, so everything must look strange to it. Green pood! Right. Grass. Jin-hyuk looked at Sweet Potato, who was smelling the grass. Watching his ck pet wiggle, he thought that Sweet Potato would also get excited by snow one day. As expected. Roasted sweet potatoes were the best in winter. The happy and peaceful atmosphere continued. Until it tried to put a poisonous mushroom in its mouth. Wait! You cannot eat that! Red pood! If it died, it would be of no use to everyone. Of course, ancient species beasts wont get sick from just one poisonous mushroom, but Phew. Jin-hyuk lets out a deep sigh. This was why parents said they shouldnt take their eyes off their kids even for a second. After the brief panic, Jin-hyuk continued to walk through the forest with Sweet Potato. Only three hours remained. He had to hurry to be there on time. How long did he spend walking through the forest? Finally, the two of them managed to reach their destination. But Fucking elves. He arrived on time, but Silvia was nowhere to be seen. Did they think beingte by just one or two hours was an achievement because they have long lives? How could they treat a promise to meet on time so lightly? However, Jin-hyuk shook his head. Enough. If he tried to discuss the preciousness of time in this game, it would end with his loss. I need to do something I couldnt finish in the hotel. He was nning to do it after entering the Vige of the Elves. However, it wouldnt be a bad idea to deal with it now. Jin-hyuk activated his status window. Name: Kang Jin-hyuk Gender: Male Age: 27 Level: 35 Strength 20 Agility 20 Stamina 20 Magic 80 Rift 100 Luck 10 Adaptive 78 Stat Points: 15 Coins: 127,558 upation: Rune Interpreter Unique Abilities: Fusion, Sword Grave, Blessing of the Star, Anubis'' Judgment, Blood Demon Qi, Mand, 1 Second Invincibility Skills: Lv6 Fire Element, Lv5 Eye of Gluttony, Lv4 Communion, Lv5 Stigma of the Soul, Lv4 Monopoly, Lv4 Shallow Breath, Lv8 cier Formation, Lv4 Daylight Barrier: The number of barriers learned is too many, and so it has been set aside. So full! All of this resulted from how much effort he had spent running in the Tower. Looks like there are too many barrier types, so its being disyed like this. The most important thing was to distribute the stat points he had. Jin-hyuk narrowed his eyes. Until now, he had been mainly increasing his magic stat, but now he wanted to make some changes. Since I skipped 4 floors at once, I think I need to bnce the other stats for the 11th floor. Especially stamina. To create a perfect synergy with Shallow Breathing, it is better to raise his stamina first. After the 10th floor, battles would be more prolonged, so stamina was needed. [Strength increased from 20 to 22] [Agility increased from 20 to 22] [Stamina increased from 20 to 31] He also raised his other stats, but his main focus was stamina. In this way, stat distribution was done. I am getting stronger. His experience as a veteran and his skills also filled his strength. There was even arge stat reward after his first clear. Ba-dump! Jin-hyuks heart beat rapidly. It was hard to hide the excitement of growing beyond what anyone else could reach. Right. I will be the one to reach the top. Without a single mistake, only the best processes would produce the best results. Because he had already seen the top of the Tower. And Because no one else can see the top even now. No one else but him in the world could climb to the end. Jin-hyuk once again strengthened his resolve. At that moment. Uh! You are here early! An elf with short hair and pointed ears appeared from behind the bushes. It was Sylvia the Ranger. Jin-hyuk frowned and asked. I came early? Did she just say that?! W-what is it? Do you know how long I have been waiting? Uh? Th-that is well, I Silvia shook her head slightly. Sigh. He caught her. Do you see this? Even a mushroom grew on my body as I waited too long. Ah I dont see it Be quiet! What are you talking about right now! Uh!? More importantly, my child here has an upset stomach due to eating that! Jin-hyuk pointed his finger at Sweet Potato. Red Pood. The leftover mushroom crumbs were around its mouth. It was an absurd remark, but Silvias face turned pale at Jin-hyuks words. Her lips trembled as if she had done something terrible. There was nothing like making fun of an inexperienced novice ranger. Was it like the difference between an old stag beetle and a newborn one? In the end, Silvia had to pay the price for being half an hourte T-that I am sorry. I thought you came early. I didnt know you had been waiting so long. Lets not do it like this in the future. Uh? Yes, yes! Next time I wille on time. Silvia nodded. Jin-hyuk felt his mood improve as he saw the appearance of a submissive elf. But why are you sote? Ah. Actually, I had work to do for the festival. It might sound like an excuse, but I was busy due to that. Well, collecting swamp figs isnt an easy task. At Jin-hyuks words, Silvia looked shocked. H-how do you know that? How did he know? He knew because he had gone to their vige before a festival once before and remembered all of the elves bending down to collect these things. Where did you pick it? Jin-hyuk roughly wrapped up the matter and turned to the forest. We need to go to the left to see the vige Tch tch. This was an elf? It is a lot faster this way. Silvia reached out to him, but Jin-hyuk ignored her and began to take the lead. Chapter 117: Moonlight Stay Festival (2) Chapter 117: Moonlight Stay Festival (2) Haa. Haa. Silvia took a deep breath and looked like she was about to die. Right, this was why. The path that Jin-hyuk guided her through was so rough that even elves wouldnt take it. A rough road that was well-known to be blocked. However, Jin-hyuk dug through cracks in the rocks and moved through the thick bushes, running towards the elven vige at a crazy pace. Jin-hyuk arrived and then looked back at Silvia, who wasgging behind. We go from this way now. It is a lot faster. It wasnt like she would understand, but time was precious, which was why he showed her this shortcut. At his words, Silvia shook her head and said. T-that is quick! How could one be slow aftering down such a crazy path? Even if the time was shortened, this man made it even shorter by several times due to his speed. The only problem was that it wouldnt be strange if a few people died while traveling his path. How on earth is a human able to make such movements? Even an advanced ranger would have difficulty moving with grace and dazzling movement. Besides, didnt he seem to know this path so perfectly, something that elves born in thisnd wouldnt be able to? It was hard to believe. This broke all of hermon sense. Wait, he couldnt be a polymorphic dragon, right? Likeing down from its floor in the Tower to y around. Maybe even tasting some elf meat gulp. Silvia began to drown in her own delusions. She began wondering if she actually heard those rustling sounds. Woong! Boong! Something flew past with the sound of the wind. It was fast. Ah? Silvia was startled and couldnt react, but suddenly Jin-hyuk held a reddish dagger in his hand. Kaang! The arrows blocked by Jin-hyuk spun in the air and hit the floor. It was an arrowhead made of white wood with a distinct pattern. No doubt that this was shot by an elf. Your attitude is quite bad towards guests. Is it because I didnt bring any housewarming presents? Jin-hyuk asked inly. Several elves then appeared beyond them in the forest. We have quite a few here. Just at first nce, he counted more than 20. Rangers armed with longbows and daggerspletely surrounded Jin-hyuk. Guest are you speaking about yourself? A male elf with long silver hair addressed him with a cold tone. His beautiful appearance was something youd only see in movies. However, the main thing that caught Jin-hyuks attention was his annoying memory of this elf. The high elf, Tetlon, was simr to a leader for the rangers and held their highest rank. Right, that was this elfs name. Jin-hyuk immediately used the Eye of Gluttony. Name: Tetlon Gender: Male Age: 926 Level: 30 Strength 18 Agility 30 Stamina 21 Magic 45 Forest Spirit 40 Unique Ability: ''100 Aim and 100 Shot'' Skills: Lv6 Rapid Fire, Lv6 Strengthen spirit, Lv5 Light steps, Lv5 Wind Protection, Lv4 irvoyance. [Copy Conditions: Tetlon is a first-ss ranger of the elves. He takes more pride in his bow than anyone else, so if you want to copy his unique ability, shoot an arrow with higher uracy than him at least once.] Damn it. This guy was the elf who had chased after Jin-hyuk from the festival to the outskirts of the forest in a previous run. Jin-hyuk sighed. Ufortable memories came to his mind as he looked at the disgusting face. This elf was gonna follow him until the end of time. If there was a kind of innate nature for an elf, it would probably be the most embodied in him. At that time. Mr. Tetlon! Wait! Wait! Silvia, who was beside Jin-hyuk, stepped forward. Tetlon, who had been drawing his bow, immediately stopped. You are you not a ranger under elder Pennheim? Yes. My name is Silvia, a 3rd ss ranger. Then tell me. Why are you with a human? That Silvia mumbled as she couldnt give a clear reply. This drew a stern look from Tetlon. If you say that you brought a human into ournds, even if you are an immature young elf, I will not forgive your actions. No. The elder gave me the right to invite this human. What? The elder allowed it? Tetlon looked doubtful. His suspicion clearly showed that he doubted what he had just heard. It happened while Sir Telton was away at the Central Forest. This is proof that I can bring him as a guest here. Silvia took out a sculpture made of sapphire stones from her belongings. This was a relic that only an elf elder could make. I cannot believe this. The elder invited a human to the festival such a low-level one as well. Tetlon mumbled in disgust. This was because a high-ranked elf couldnt disobey those orders. Jin-hyuk, who was listening to this, scratched his head. Um How should he put this? Nothing would happen if he could simply put up with this elf just once. However, after hearing those words, he felt like he wouldnt be able to sleep for a year if he let it go. Oh my. I am sorry for being a rude human. But can I ask you one thing? Do you have a noble upbringing where you are taught to shoot arrows at the guests? Or is it that even the brain of such nobility and dignity doesnt have thoughts of its own? Jin-hyuk spat out words like a rapid-fire gun. Ahh, that cleared the knot in his stomach. It was in some peoples nature to not hold back their words. Well, at least he wont have an upset stomach now filled with regrets. W-what? What did you just say now? I was talking to myself since it looks like youd stab me if I spoke the truth. It looks like you want to die! Tetlon loosened an arrow in an instant. It was fast. It was fast, but I think it would be unwise to disobey the orders of an elder. Are you really going to try it? Jin-hyuk didnt even blink. No, instead, he was taunting him. If I want to shoot too, not a single shot will touch me, but if you think your anger will calm down, you can try it. you. If you think that the invitation of an elder can make you ignore us, you are making a huge mistake. You are the one making a mistake. Because. Now that there is a shortage of the swamp figs for the festival, the only hope is to fill that shortage in time. There was a reason for this. Silence filled the forest. Followed by amotion. Tetlon and the other elves in his retinue were visibly shaken. H-How do you know that? How do you know we arecking that item? No way. There is no way an outsider could know Their whispers grew louder. They were clearly shocked. The first human they encountered suddenly had inside information regarding their vige. Given the degree of confidence, Jin-hyuk would be unlikely to take back those words. Tetlon and those other elves must have been going around picking those figs until just now. Jin-hyuk nced at the elves shoes which were covered with mud. Specifically moist mud. Wasnt this like an open advertisement that they had been running around in a swamp? Besides, the Central Forest that was mentioned by Silvia was a dangerous ce where the figs grew. The fact that even the rangers had been sent out, who was in charge of keeping an eye on the border, was proof that theirck of figs was severe. You know about those figs and how to get them? Right. As much as you want. I can do anything if I put my mind to it. Tetlon pursed his lips. But it was only for a moment. It is dubious, but we are in a situation where our feet are burning. We will trust you, just this one time. This was You must have misunderstood something. Jin-hyuk smiled. I said I had a way. I didnt say anything about leading you to them. How dare he act like he was giving him permission. This elf must still be out of his mind if he thought that Jin-hyuk was working for him. He was the guest! And he was one of thendlords who mistreated their guests. Jin-hyuk refused with a single sentence and then looked at Siliva. For now, lets move. After meeting with the elder, I will see about how to help. Except, of course, those elves there. Uh? Yes yes. Silvia nodded her head and passed the elves who surrounded them. And Tetlon couldnt even move a single finger. He was grinding his teeth in anger at Jin-hyuk. After some travel, Jin-hyuk saw a vige where trees and houses delved in harmony. Wait here for a moment. I will go inside to inform the elder and then bring you in. Silvia said this to Jin-hyuk, who nodded. Jin-hyuk stood alone and admired his surroundings. The sight of warm sunlight breaking through the leaves was amazing. Kuak. It is gorgeous. How long had he wanted toe here? If he hadnt yed that damned Titanic song back then, he wouldnt have suffered the humiliation he did inside the game. However, he didnt have to worry about repeating that mistake again. Because he had already collected all the necessary unique abilities. All that was left was to arrange the benefits he could gain from this festival. This time, I will erase that ck history. Jin-hyuk was overflowing with confidence. How long was he waiting for? Rumble. Finally, the door opened, and an old-looking elf appeared. Such a different impressionpared to Tetlon. Was this old man really one of the elders? It must have been a lot of hard working here from the outside world. My name is Pennheim, an elder of the elves. Pennheim offered a hand for a handshake. I am Kang Jin-hyuk. Jin-hyuk took the offered hand and introduced himself. He didnt forget to use the standard greeting here. First of all, thank you for inviting me. Personally, I have always wanted to visit here. The chance toe to such a peaceful vige of elves isnt something thates often. You are wee. Silvia ate your food and praised you so much. Haha. We are d to have met you. Pennheim burst outughing as he liked Jin-hyuks manners. My cooking. I will serve it to you right away for dinner, then? Um thank you for saying that, but before that, I have something to ask. Please. I heard a bit from Silvia, but she said you could solve our difficult situation. Were your words true? This must be about the swamp figs. Nice. He was waiting for this question. Of course, it is possible. Possible. Possible, but But Jin-hyuk coughed and then said. I dont know what the price for it is, but I actually wanted to learn the archery of elves. Is that possible? I want to climb the Tower in the future, so I definitely want to learn the archery of elves which is considered the strongest. It wasmon knowledge that elves were terrific archers. Fortunately, Pennheim nodded his head. That is what you want to do. Of course. Should I give you Silvia? No, learning from an elf who shoots very well would be quite embarrassing for me. If possible, having someone slightly better than me in skill level would be better. That way, even if its my first time learning, wouldnt I be able to imitate the actions at least? Then from which elf do you want to learn? Anyone in mind? I can think of one. Jin-hyuk pointed his finger at one particr elf. There, that one. If it is him, I think it would be perfect for my level as a first-time user. Ah! Maybe I can do better too. The elf who Jin-hyuk pointed quickly distorted his face in anger. This cheeky. He had pointed towards Tetlon, the captain of the elf rangers. Chapter 118: How A Veteran Shoots The Bow (1) Chapter 118: How A Veteran Shoots The Bow (1) The air became heavy. It was inevitable. Tetlon, the proud captain of the elven rangers, was notoriously feared even among the elves. Unlike those who simply showed pride, he backed his im with skills. But this was like touching a tiger on its nose. Gulp! Gulp The elves involuntarily gulped. None of them dared to speak. Human! How dare you challenge me with archery? Me!? Haha. Tetlon, Mr. Kang Jin-hyuk is just saying it. Do not take it too seriously. Pennheim spoke to somehow stop the mood from bing any worse. He knew that one wrong action could cause something irreversible to happen. However, Jin-hyuk decided to pour oil on an open fire. When I was in kindergarten, I shot the bow a few times. Strangely though, I dont think I will probably lose? Should I just bet on thatint and say that I might actually win? Jin-hyuk decided that oil wasnt enough and decided to throw gunpowder in as well. Would any adult or even wise man endure this? Ack! Fine. That remark just now. I will surely make you regret it! Tell me! How do you want to fight? Tetlon, whose face was red with anger, screamed furiously. He had exploded. Whether an elder or not, no one was in any position to stop him. Hahaha this is. Pennheim sighed as he shook his head. We have to collect swamp figs, so lets head there. If there will be a ce where we can fight, it has to be there. Good. I will ensure you never ever talk about the bow to elves again. Tetlon grunted his agreement. Right. So human-like. A single arrow will make a person feel a gap that can never be bridged. Around ten kilometers from the vige. There was a seemingly endless swamp. Right. Everyone has to suffer here. Jin-hyuk slowly scanned the area around the swamp. The mud was so deep that it was hard to see the bottom. It would be difficult to see if there were crocodiles or other predators in there. Apparently, the elves also had to find the fig located in the middle of this swamp. The appearance of the yers already made the area around the fig tree more crowded as the crocodiles from upstream are driven to here. The savage crocodiles of the swamp could devour elephants in an instant, leaving only bones behind. They were also so quick that even the elves couldnt outrun them. Simply put, the difficulty level had gone up by a lot. This was why the elves could no longer get to their fig trees. However, no matter how many crocodiles there were, if their habits were known, then that number became meaningless. Jin-hyuk stepped forward. Is this fine? Pennheim asked with worry. It felt like the guest they had invited was being pushed to be food for the animals. Leave him alone, elder. Didnt he say he is confident? Lets keep an eye on where and how much we can trust him. Tetlon snorted in derision. The rest of the elves who were watching also expected the obvious ending Either he would die or get scared and run. They fully expected to see one of the two. But The scornful gaze of the elves changed mere momentster. Woong! [Lv6 Sword Demon Emperor Steps.] With amazing footwork. Jin-hyuk began to cross over the swamp. His movement was so light and fast that any sense of weight seemed to be a lie. Kwakwakwak! Jin-hyuk stepped on fallen trees, leaves, and grass floating on the swamp. He moved ten meters in an instant, making the crocodiles respond. Kooooo! Kack! They emerged with a sharp scream and theirrge jaws wide open. The sight of hundreds of swamp crocodilesing for their prey was terrifying. But Jin-hyuk wasnt intimidated. Because he knew how to break through this ce. The swamp crocodile, whose sight has deteriorated, detects the waves on the water and hunts. They had a method of identifying a wave caused by prey to catch them. They also used such waves to ssify enemies and kin ording to size. Of course, even the elves knew about their nature up to this point. However, if one could fine-tune the waves by using footwork Then they can perceive me as a fellow crocodile and not prey. Right. Jin-hyuk had already ustomed himself to creating the unique wave created by a swamp crocodile. Grrr Grr The wild crocodiles fell silent. Only the ripples left by Jin-hyuks steps were left on the waters surface. M-My god How can those vicious things not attack? I think he knows something we dont know. However, the swamp crocodile is a monster that lives only here. How can an outsider And look at that movement. It is like running on water. I dont think that even Mr. Tetlon could do I-idiot. Be quiet. Mr. Tetlon is right next to you. The elves watched the scene in front of them with mouths agape. Their shock and amazement were evident on their faces. Even Tetlon could see how his people thought of Jin-hyuk now. Of course. Kuak Tetlon, thirsty for Jin-hyuks failure, felt his stomach burn. He couldnt let the human die as an elder was watching, but he wanted the crocodile to at least bite him and force the human to beg for help. But this was the result. The man might actually return with the figs. No, it had already reached a level where it was obvious what would happen. Please fail! Please make some mistakes! Just as Tetlon fervently prayed Tak! Jin-hyuk arrived on a small ind in the middle of the swamp. He had broken through hundreds of crocodiles to arrive there. And not one had attacked. Hmm. Maybe it is because they are tired and their body feels Still, he had broken his best record by about seven seconds. A natural result due to a more solid growth pattern. Not bad. There was no need to even say that a record was broken, considering he had created a point where everything changed. But, I didnt know they were this delicious. From their point of view, is it like an addiction to something simr to chicken or pizza? Jin-hyuk looked up. He saw the luscious yellow fruits that were hanging next to each other. [Swamp Fig Fruit] Not only did they have a pleasantly sweet and sour taste, but they also had the effect of refining magic, making them an indispensable item for the elves. At the same time, this is a fruit loved by spirits. Jin-hyuk approached the tree and began to sweep the fruits off. There was plenty of space in his subspace inventory, so there would be no problem even if he picked all the fruits here. Wahhh! The human did it! Now we can do the festival! I never thought he could do it! He did it! Cheers erupted from the elves. Suddenly the wariness towards strangers had vanished, and the ce was filled with praise. A festival that has been going on for four hundred years and a festival that almost failed for the first time. Was saved by a human. Dud! Arge number of fruits fell to the ground. These were the fig fruits that Jin-hyuk had stored in his subspace. At this point, I think it is proven that I wasnt lying. If anyone tried to stay something now, he would stop considering them as elves. If their conscience even existed, they would shut their mouth and nod along. Yet strangely. I acknowledge that you picked the fruit. However, not the nonsense you spoke. Have you forgotten about your talk of archery? There were always fools who went beyondmon sense. In fact, there was one here right now! At this point, he should be considered a thick-headed elf. Jin-hyuk looked at him. I have not forgotten dont you understand what happened? Just looking at this, I thought you would know about the inevitable oue? Dont talk shit. You may have deceived the crocodiles with your shallow attempt, but I am different. Even if you die 100 times, you cannot defeat me Tetlon spoke confidently Man Pretending to be strong was making yourself a natural prey to those with the DNA of veterans. After trampling and humiliating a confident guy like him, Jin-hyuk wanted to pile on more shame. That dark desire rose in him. Then, you and I. Shall we ce a bet on who will win? A bet? Isnt it funner when pride is on the line? Whether one won or lost, a battle could be won with a mental victory. To crush an opponent, it is best to aim for what represents them the most. Whether I lick your shoes or leave the town right away when I lose. I will do whatever it takes. Instead, if you lose, you will do whatever I tell you. How is it? That sounds fun. Nice. Lets do that. Dont go back on your words. Same to you. Dont decide to pull back your tongue. I am not the type to tolerate whining. The race of the noble forest always has to speak thest word. Anyway, this will be fun. Jin-hyuk smiled. Thinking about the eventual punishment made him happy. Even Tetlon had a sly smile on his face. They were both anticipating different endings to this bet that involved the pride of two races. The sport is archery. Tetlon pointed to the ind with the fig trees. An ind 700 meters away had several trees lined up. Of all the trees you see there, the tree at the end is dead. You want me to shoot that? Right. That tree is the target. Whoever misses it loses. What if both of us miss? I will not miss a single thing. But in that case, the ones closest to it win. Okay. Jin-hyuk nodded and took a bow from Silvia. Is this really fine? Tetlon is the best archer among us. Thats fine. I know a little thing about it too. Besides Shooting a good bow and winning a match are different things. What? Silvia didnt understand, but Jin-hyuk just smiled. Now was the time to break that cold idiots face. Chapter 119: How A Veteran Shoots The Bow (2) Chapter 119: How A Veteran Shoots The Bow (2) Lets review this one more time. Jin-hyuk said. The arrows are fired alternatively, but if both of us fail, the one closest to the target wins, right? And there are no rules other than that? Yes. That is it, so stop asking questions and shoot. Do not rush me. Are you sure you dont intend to do anything to interfere with my concentration? What the hell do you think of the elves? I will be quiet, so focus properly! Even if he hadnt said that Jin-hyuk was nning on it. Jin-hyuk raised his arrow and knocked it. Umm! He breathed short and fast breaths to create pressure on his stomach and firm up his body. At the right moment. Woong! The arrow flew up in a parabolic arc. It was the first step to estimating the direction and distance. He had almost hit the fig tree, which was the target, but instead barely grazed it. The arrow eventuallynded near the center. A fail. Puah! Pahahaha! Not funny. Did you challenge me with that level of skill? It is a pitiful one, even for a joke! Tetlon was definitely enjoying this. Having watched Jin-hyuk get the fruit, Tetlon had thought his chances of winning were low here. Um. I am not in a good mood today. Is it because there is no one to support me? Jin-hyuk spoke lightly. A person to support you Are you going to make excuses till the end? No, for real. How great is the power of cheering? It is an unfamiliar environment, and with so many elves, I will be unable to show my skills. I need to have one of my own by my side too. The cheers and shouts from the audience had a significant impact on the yers. There was no such thing as there being no advantage over nothing. Shit. I am tired of listening to this over and over. Fine. Get one of your own for your side and shoot again. Tetlon gave him another chance. With the skills he had seen Jin-hyuk use now, Tetlon was confident that he would win even if there were thousands of humans cheering for Jin-hyuk. I wont let you down. Jin-hyuk smiled brightly and opened his subspace inventory. Out came Sweet Potato, his ck-skinned ancient beast. White Pood! Yellow Pood! Tough and tasteless Pood! Sweet Potato looked around curiously. It was seeing the elves for the first time, so they seemed to have attracted its attention quite a bit. But it was only for a few moments. Good Pood! As if it lost interest, it flew into Jin-hyuks hands. Right. Come here, my child. There was nothing wrong with saying these bastard elves were loyal. Jin-hyuk gently patted it with a proud face. As he saw Sweet Potato purring and closing its eyes, he felt like his stress was relieved for a moment. you have a unique pet. Tetlons eyes narrowed. No dwellers on the 6th floor would have ever seen an ancient beast. At best, they probably thought it was a rare reptile, but who knows? Who knew that these noble and dignified elves were nothing more than hybrid mongrels in front of an ancient beast. Phew. Jin-hyuk cleared his breathing and fired the arrow again, but the result was the same. The arrownded slightly closer, but it did not hit the target. No more excuses now. Tetlon clicked his tongue and, at the same time, pulled out the beautiful longbow slung over his shoulder. It was made of silver and measured two meters long. At first nce, it looked like quite the weapon. And with his unique ability It was safe to say that any desired oue woulde. That was true, but Jin-hyuk smiled. As if he knew what was going to happen next. What is that? What is with that smile? Tetlon tilted his head. He felt slightly ufortable, but Tetlon shook that feeling off. He just had to shoot his arrow now. There were no variables here, so he shouldnt be making any mistakes. But Kuak! Just as Tetlon was about to shoot. Pooooddddddd! [Sweet Potato used Lv1 Fear!] The ancient beast screamed loudly, filling the swamp with its tremendous roar. Kwawakwang! Waves rumbled across the water as even the crocodiles stiffened in fear. It was as if time had stopped as the overwhelming sight of the clouds above being split apart enraptured everyone. Of course Plop! Tetlons arrow missed its target. Oh. Is there anything to be upset about? Our Sweet Potato is called out during eating time, so it loudly asks for food. Jin-hyuk scratched his head with an apologetic expression. Then, he pointed to Sweet Potato. You need to be careful. This is an important match. So what do we do? Because of you, an elf who should be the best is now staring at you. Pood Sweet Potato bowed its head. It was clearly expressing contrition at doing something wrong. This had to be forgiven. But dont look so innocent! It is fine. Things like that can happen. You have to be careful next time. Jin-hyuk nodded while looking at his pet as Tetlon shouted. T-this person damn bastard! Did you mean you brought him out to do such a cowardly thing? The purpose of it is to cheer for me but also to overwhelm the opponent. Y-your words! I gave you a chance. But is this how you pay me back? Is there no such thing as fairness? Nope. What? I am sorry, but unlike you noble elves, I am rude and snarky. Evil, dirty, something that was utterly ipatible with so-called nobleness. All these make a person a veteran. Because, in the first ce, the reason someone is standing is to make the other person yell and give up. In a sense, this was a method to poke at any loopholes in the rules. It was the virtue of a veteran to constantly grow. Just like now Of course, this was a bit absurd. More advanced rules should be clearly defined if someone wanted to prevent coercion. Ll. Jin-hyuk hummed as he looked into the sky. Since he had won the match, the status window should appear. [You have acquired the unique ability 100 Aims and 100 Shots (AA)''!] [100 Aims and 100 Shots Acquisition Difficulty: AA Description: Increases the understanding of arrows and throwing weapons by 80%. In particr, if the focus is held for 5 seconds, the uracy is increased to 100% in the case of the bow. However, if a unique ability or skill of the same rank or higher intervenes, the uracy might decrease.] A status window appeared indicating the sess of the copy condition. No matter how harshly they insisted, as long as the system admitted it, then his goal was achieved. No. Not yet. He had copied the skill but hadnt seen the elf feeling ashamed yet. A 2% difference was not enough to ssify it as a true victory. Then Jin-hyuk said to Tetlon. If you think about it, it might be unfair to you. How can I sleep at night if this match ends like this? You want to go again? Tetlons eyes shed with hope. Instead, if you lose this time too, dont add anything more and just obey the result. Of course. If you promise to not do anything disrespectful this time. Dont worry, Sweet Potato will be inside the subspace. Then I agree. Good. The elf had said it with his own mouth! Jin-hyuk grabbed his bow again as Tetlon looked on confidently. As long as there are no dirty tricks, I will not lose again. In archery, the opponent was now a beginner among beginners. A child who didnt know the basics, let alone how to aim correctly. The result was obvious. Tetlon was sure of this, but Something feels off. Tetlon frowned. How Jin-hyuk held his bow had changed utterly from before. That natural movement was apanied by smooth breathing. His pull of the bowstring was filled with strength, and the surprise didnt end there. [Blood Demon Qi and 100 Aims and 100 Shots have been fused!] [Fusion sessful!] [You have acquired the skill ''Red Demon Bullet (AAA)''] [Red Demon Bullet Acquisition Difficulty: AAA Description: A skill that boasts extreme destructive power using ck me and unerring uracy. Focusing for 2.5 seconds grants you 100% uracy, and understanding of the arrows and thrown weapons are increased by 145%.] [The copied ability is stored in the ''Memory of World''] A status window that only Jin-hyuk could see. But Tetlon had a gut feeling. In front of his eyes, the opponents status had risen. And at that moment. Swish! With a soft sound, the arrow flew unerringly. A red light shed. Kwaang! The tree that was the target shattered at contact. Everyone watching was shocked. They couldnt help it. The swamp fig tree was known to be exceptionally robust. Because of that, even a de infused with magic could only scratch the surface. But this man had destroyed it. They couldnt even dare to imagine what level of archery he possessed. Wheik! Dark red mes appeared around the tree. I-I cannot believe it How can a human have such skills? I dont think even the 1st rank high elves can keep up with this human? Although they had pride in themselves for being the best in archery, their high noses inevitably came down. Jin-hyuk approached Tetlon. There was no longer any point in this contest. With this, the match result was decided. I wanted to protect your pride as much as possible, but I ended up showing off my skills. Dont hate this too much. This is just because theparison target we selected was too far off. It would have been the same if anyone else hade instead of you. Jin-hyuk kept pissing him off. The defeat was the most painful thing to get over. And the point of having done all this was for the penalty punishment. Ah! The penalty! Jin-hyuk mentioned the long-awaited punishment with a bright smile. Chapter 120: The Uninvited Guest (1) Chapter 120: The Uninvited Guest (1) Damn it. Speak. What should I do? Well, nothing special. Just wear this until I leave town. Jin-hyuk pulled out a very burdensome-looking costume from his subspace inventory. Even in Hongdae, the costume would be shocking enough to get reported to the closest police station. Of course, considering he was a noble and gentle elf, Tetlon couldnt help but be surprised to the extent that his eyes were almost popping out. W-what? Those horrible clothes?! Huh. Disgusting! How dare they say such nonsense when looking at these divine clothes? A wavy golden wig, a red mustache that smelled like male testosterone, and a pink mini skirt alongside a floral magic staff that works in perfect harmony. This was a look that even the deceased would nod and acknowledge. Again, this was a gem, a luxury. D-dont try to be funny! Do you think I would wear something like this! Um? You said you would with your own mouth. If you lose, you will obey my words without a word. I did but Then dress modestly. You got pushed out with your skills, and it would be ugly if you lost my trust. Tetlons face flushed red. However, it was impossible to suffer the added disgrace of breaking a promise in the middle of already losing everything. Finally Please. Please leave our vige as soon as possible. The elf begged Jin-hyuk. Ill try to rx as much as possible, but seeing what you are doing, I think I can pull a day or two here. Well, this disgrace will be talked about among the elves for a long time. If he simply listened, the time hed need to suffer would be shortened as much as possible. Of course, that all depended on what Tetlon does. Jin-hyuk shrugged. With this, the true education of the sassy elf waspletely finished. Momentster, Tetlon led the elves in that fantastic attire. transport the fig fruits one by one to the vige, and you can fill it from the square in the center. You can use the warehouse too if there isnt enough space. He tried to keep hisposure as much as possible, but his face clearly showed his utter shame. Clench! The other elves forced down theirughter. Who would have imagined that their icy ranger captain would be like this? Who is the oneughing now! If you dare tough at Mr. Tetlon puah! Even the first-ss rangers, considered Tetlons personal retinue, couldnt hold back theirughter. Good. Jin-hyuk nodded in satisfaction. Come to think of it, it would be quite effective if Elise and Chun Yuseon were trained like thister, right? Jin-hyuk pondered for a moment and then shook his head after realizing it would be too much. They were the type whod rather die rather than do this. Haha. You have got some pretty funny hobbies. I never expected Tetlon to be this docile. Pennheim spoke up from beside Jin-hyuk. Are you trying to say the joke went too far? From the standpoint of an elder, this probably wasnt a nice scene. The best ranger who protected the vige was dressed like this. But the answer from Pennheim was unexpectedly the opposite. No, because he had to face a wall higher than him one day. Rather, I feel fortunate that he met Mr. Jin-hyuk like this. Oh? He thinks like this? Still, it was fortunate that the elves had an elder with such a mature mindset. Not all of the 6th floor wasnt all dirty. Then, I guess it is fine to troll him harder. Hahaha. Please go ahead and make a habit of it. Pennheim burst intoughter. The two of them then continued to chat. Eelder. We. Have trouble. An elf ran from the swamp while shouting. He was covered in wounds, and red drops of blood dripped from his blood-soaked hair. The loss of even one arm was a severe injury, but this elfs condition was extremely dire. What happened!? Pennheim was shocked while a few elves ran to support the wounded. It is Lucion! W-what did you do? The arm ispletely Who did this! Who would do such a terrible thing! Kuak The elf, Lucion, tried to catch his breath. Even with just a little time left, the elf seemed determined to finish thest mission it needed to do. Humanss areing. Cough! Cough! Countless And that was it. Lucion passed beforepleting his words. The atmosphere around them sank. Perhaps it was due to grief at the death of a colleague, or maybe it was because of the tragedy awaiting them in the future. But one thing was sure, someone had entered the forest with hostile intent. It was clear that they would stop until the enemies had thoroughly swept the ce. Puak! Ack! With a sh of light, red blood spurted from an elfs back. There was no need to check since it was evident that he died instantly. Tch. Guys with no power are flying around. This is going to take more work than I thought. A man with a tall stature of up to two meters clicked his tongue. He was Tianqiao, a ranker belonging to a Chinese Guild and one of the only 3 S-rank yers assigned to this mission. I cannot help it. Was capture the main purpose instead of killing? Even if we kill the rangers withbat skills, we should capture the rest if possible. Another ranker, Li Keqiang, also added. No matter how many times they hunted together, the spear, which was taller than his height, inevitably turned red. As we thought, the poison has spread widely in the forest, so nothing should get out. Hunting is my taste, so we can take it easy. Lets enjoy it slowly from now on. Finally, a woman with waist-length ck hair approached the two of them. Xuehua. Even within the guild, she was one of the best in handling poisons. She was one of the talented people who didnt simply appear out of thin air. In addition to the rankers, there were 500 members of the Peoples Republic Guild. It was too much of a force to upy just one elf vige. Still No one there intended to show even the slightest bit of negligence. If we fail, this time we die for sure. We need to obey the orders. A dogs death is what we will get. Even more so, we should consider this hispassion to the elves. Namgung Cheons patience had reached its limit. Any failure would directly result in death. Live or die. The choice was clear if one had to choose between the two conditions. Before the sun goes down, we advance to the vige of elves. Li Keqiang ordered the men. Yes. We understand! The yers drew their weapons altogether. At the same time, they began to narrow their siege toward the forest where the elves resided. T-This cannot By the time Pennheim and the elves arrived at the outskirts of the town, the situation had already ended. Smoke was rising while the houses burned. If there was hell, was this it? The bodies of the rangers who had fought until the end were mixed with the bodies of those executed, as an example. Among them were the bodies of unarmed female elves as well as children. To do such a terrible thing God and the spirits will never forgive them. Never! Ugh! The elves gritted their teeth in anger. Some were at a loss for how horrific the sight was. Siblings hurry and collect the bodies of the sisters. We cannot leave them on cold ground forever, right? And Tetlon! Lead the rangers to the center of the tower right away. It is protected by a barrier, so it cannot be broken down so easily. We cannot feel relieved in this situation. Pennheim gave orders to the elves with a hoarse voice. Yes. I will leave right away. Tetlon quickly epted the order and led the rangers into the woods. Right. This was the sad reality. Right now, there were things they had to prioritize over their feelings. An hour had passed, and the corpses of the elves were being collected. Rustle. Several voices could be heard from the grass as 30 people appeared. Hmm. What is this? Were there others alive? They were yers of the Peoples Republic Guild. Oh my. Look at this? I wondered what to do. They gathered them all here? It saves us the trouble of looking all over. Ugh. I will let the captains know about it. This is the merit of our group! The yers giggled. They were excited. They must be sore from being oppressed, but they liked this due to the blood they could see to their hearts content. Just this one frantic hunt meant many items that could be scraped together alongside arge number of prisoners. They were apanied by elves whose eyes had lost focus while bound with chains. Their trauma seemed so severe that not one of the elf prisoners looked sane. Ugh, you bastards. I wish you wouldnt resist if possible. The chase isnt bad either, but I got tired from doing it too much. Puahah! Right. Maybe there arent many useful elves out here. But they have a responsibility, right? Not sure what he felt trying to stop us from touching his family? That big elf. Ahh. Of course. Even as he died, he asked for something for the sake of his wife and kids. Or course, we killed them all as an example. Because there are too many. The higher-ups wont say anything if we cut a few down. This ispletely our world. This is so fun. Their words seemed like they were talking about animals. And Clench! Silvia, who heard those words, gritted her teeth. I want to take revenge, Even at this very moment. She wanted to shoot an arrow and pierce the heart of those humans that she hated. She wanted to punish him by drawing her sword. But not possible. She couldnt do anything. Even the best rangers were now captured or dead. She would inevitably meet the same fate no matter how hard she tried. The fact that she knew the harsh reality here better than anyone. It was upsetting. She felt helpless and unable to do anything. She felt weak at not being able to stand up proudly. It was so shameful that she couldnt even speak. She couldnt do anything. Please help me Silvia had to rely on the only one she knew was capable. She raised her head as her eyes trembled. If this man had the ability to y around with Tetlon Then certainly. She believed this situation could be changed. Suddenly, Jin-hyuk was standing next to her. I was waiting for those words. Jin-hyuk answered softly and, at the same time. [Unique ability] His dagger was dyed red. [ ''Sword Grave'' is activated] And a jet ck energy gushed out. Chapter 121: Uninvited Guests (2) Chapter 121: Uninvited Guests (2) Solo Max Level Newbie Chapter 121: Uninvited Guests (2) Whats with that idiot? Why is he stepping forward? Oh? Look at that. Theres a human among the elves? Hahaha! Its true. Wow, of all the times toe to the Elf Forest Hes got really bad luck. Hey. Whatever youre nning, consider yourself unlucky today. Stay still and well make it quick and painless. Kek kek. Thats right. Were so kind that well just cut off a limb or two before ending your breath quickly. Initially, when Jinhyuk stepped out from amongst the elves, the yers from the Central Continent guild treated it as nothing more than spotting a foolish nobody. Of course, no one with any sense would stand up against a squad of yers on par with a small raid party. But then The sight that followed Everyone present felt the urge to p their own faces for uttering those previous words. [Your Unique Ability Grave of the Sword has been activated.] yers belonging to the Central Continent would all know. To manifest sword qi, one must reach the pinnacle of effort. To manifest sword aura, one must experience the extreme end of talent. And If the sword aura enveloped the entire sword to the point of surging upward more than 1m That meant the moment you faced it, you might as well give up on life. Shivering! Thirty yers froze on the spot. Their fighting spiritpletely shattered before the overwhelming power. Such sword aura A master of such calibre hidden in this remote ce? We cant do this. Theres no chance of winning. The figures that used to snicker mere moments ago were now standing with their mouths agape like frightened mice. Jinhyuk swept his cold gaze around him. Those who met his eyes hastily averted their gaze. At first, I didnt want to interfere with another familys affairs. After all, this ce belonged to the elves. It was not a ce for outsiders to intrude. Yes. Even if he had formed some trivial bond, he was nothing more than a guest. However At the very least, you should have been able to distinguish between war and ughter. Killing unarmed women, children, and the elderly. That was something only vermin would do. Completely devoid of any conscience. And He had no intention of treating such vermin as humans. With a flick. As the Demon Sword Sovereign Treasures activated, Jinhyuks form vanished like a shadow. Aaaaagh! Eeeek! A red mist began to spread. His opponents stood no chance against his sword qi. With his swift movement techniques, he did not allow his enemies any time to respond. Kwakwakwakwakwa! Simply the sword pressure alone tore flesh and shattered bones. Severed limbs tumbled across the ground, creating a hellscape. Yet, Jinhyuk showed no hesitation, continuing to wield his sword. ughtering. Cutting. Toppling. In less than ten seconds, more than half the yers had lost their lives. Sa save me! My arm my arm! Screams and shouts filled the air. You demon! Weve lost, well surrender, so please stop! Someone cried out like that. Then, as if by a miracle, the onught ceased. Jinhyuk lowered his sword. How ridiculous, he said, his voiceden with various emotions. Did you spare the elves when they begged for their lives? Instead, they crushed them more cruelly and even bragged about it proudly. Ill treat you exactly the same way. Know what it means to put oneself in anothers shoes Now feel it properly. Jinhyuk raised his dagger high. With a snap! He split the body of the one who had been puffing out his chest in defiance. As if warning there would be no further negotiation or dialogue. Scatter! Damn it! We have to inform the main force somehow! Ughhhh. Realizing it was futile, a few survivors chose to flee in different directions. If they ran with all their might, at least one or two might survive. It seemed like a good n. Indeed it would beunder normal circumstances. Sadly, they had picked the wrong opponent to flee from. Jinhyuk took up his bow. [Lv1 Crimson Bullet activates!] A sh of red, and Thunk! A man running to the left had his head blown clean off. Thump! Ugh? Now the heart of a woman running straight ahead had a new hole. One by one, as the number of arrows leaving the bowstring increased Thump! Thwack! Thumpity-thump! the number of yers trying to escape diminished. Shortly after, there was no longer any sign of life from the forest. [Left Ridge]. Located at the southernmost point of the Elf Forest, one of the Central Continent Guilds raid captains, Xie Hua, was stationed there. Xie Hua was overseeing the overall strategy, preventing anyone from entering or escaping the outskirts of the foresta critical role, though not directly involved in taking prisoners. But then Xie Hua. Scouts from the reconnaissance team request an audience. A man standing guard outside Xie Huas tent reported. Xie Hua nodded and waved a dismissive hand. Trantion: Get in, say your piece, and get out ASAP. She had already been pestered enough by the reconnaissance teams over the past few hours. Soon after, three yers wearing ck masks entered the tent. They were part of the Central Continent Guilds reconnaissance team, created for stealth operations. Speak, Xie Huamanded curtly as she brewed tea. The squad stationed in area 6 was found dead just a while ago. Annihted? The news caused Xie Huas hand to freeze. Shock registered across her face, wrinkles forming on her white brow. Yes. Most died instantly, but some appeared to have been tortured. We found suggestive wounds. Even hearing about her subordinates being tortured did not provoke a blink from Xie Hua. Her focusy elsewhere. Area 6 had few rangers, an interesting development. Could there be other variables at y? What was the squadsposition? Five B-rank and twenty-six C-rank. A mediocre setup indeed Send three A-rank this time. Ah, and have Deputy Chief Tai lead them. I want to ensure a thorough job. Understood, Ill go myself. The deputy waiting nearby bowed and immediately led yers toward area 6. But Why are you still here? If your report is done, why not leave? The reconnaissance team, who should have left, seemed to have no intention of doing so. They loitered, and the one in front was tantly scanning the interior of the tent. Could it be? Before she could finish the thought Who are you? Kukukuku! A powerful mana burst from Xie Huas body. Oh, you only notice now? How did someone as careless as you get to be a raid captain? A familiar tone escaped from behind the mask. And then Swish. Jinhyuk removed his mask, inhaling the fresh air deeply. Ah He hated anything as suffocating as a piece of cloth over his mouth. The other two also removed their masks. It was Sylvia and another ranger elf. Gang Jinhyuk! Xie Hua inhaled sharply. Do you know me? Of course. How could she not know? He was the ranker who gave the Central Continent Guild a hard time on a talk show in Korea just a while back. Jinhyuk was already considered a high-priority target within the Central Continent Guild due to his influentialwork and umted achievements. What brings you here? You destroy the eyes and ears first if you want to crush your enemies. Its standard to target themand center, plus bonus points if you can eliminate the raid captain. Not to mention getting a look at the strategy map inside. You n to oppose us? Seriously? You touched us first. Jinhyuk drew a line. I dont understand. Youre willing to be enemies with us just for some elves? If you knew how many rankers we have here, youd regret your decision now. No regrets. And arent you overestimating yourselves too much? Even if Namgung Cheon came, hed struggle. Youre too confident just because you brought a few rankers along? The mention of Namgung Cheon shifted the atmosphere rapidly. Namgung Cheon, that guy. Impressive, sure, but not to the extent of betting ones life on his abilities Wasnt hest spotted around the 18th floor of the Tower? Images of him struggling against the giants shed through Jinhyuks mind. Now hed have more support and growth, but still just a few levels above Cheon Yooseong. Of course, Xie Hua, unaware of all this, had blind faith in Namgung Cheon. What matters now is that all your information has been leaked. And what exactly do you n to do with it? You dont have the strength to face the other raid captains. Information is indeed crucial. But its all about having thepetent forces to execute strategies based on that intel. If its just the elves, theyre no match for the other raid captains. To that, Jinhyuks lips twisted into a grin. Actually, a guy who doesnt like to get involved has moved for once due to this. Contractors Mind Share would have delivered the scene to that far-flungpanion. Of the Central Continent Guilds raid captains locations. Of where the main forces were moving. Everything. And probably That guy hell go further than me if he can. He looked quite angry because of your damned actions. Kukukuku! Red streaks slowly rose to the sky. Such an unimaginable power! Li Ke Changs pupils shook with dread. With this number and these members, theyd confidently im victory against a floor boss monster. But it was all a delusion. Hovering about 20 meters above ground. Jinjo observed all enemies with a carefree smile. I dont care about elves or the like. Honestly, it makes no difference to me. Penheims lightheartedughter. Teslons grumpy grumbling. Even Sylvia, inexplicably clinging to her contractor. He didnt like any of them. However Jinhyuk liked it here. He even showed a rare smile on his face, pleased to be here. That was enough for him. The problem was, those pests ruined everything. You fools dared to challenge my contractor, Jinjo said. The only one who can speak so freely to Jinhyuk. The only one who can approach him without hesitation. It should have been Jinjo alone. But they broke that rule. And thats why youre going to die. After those final words A rain of crimson poured from the heavens. Chapter 122: Uninvited Guests (3) Chapter 122: Uninvited Guests (3) [We urgently request support! We simply cannot handle this monster on our own!] [Lieutenant Ricard Chang is fighting, but hes no match for the enemy.] [Supply corps hit from the nk in an ambush. Few in number but theyre strong!] [At this rate well be annihted in no time! Immediate reinforcements needed] It was chaos erupting simultaneously. Hundreds of status messages flooded Xue Huas vision along with live footage. What the how did this happen? Xue Hua couldnt help but shake and utter these words. It was inevitable. The spectacle unfolding was a mirror showing their entire n being shattered. Thendscape of the forest was being redrawn by a vampire who had appeared out of nowhere. It was where Lieutenant Ricard Chang was. Feeling the anomaly, themander of the firstpany, Teng Chao, was quickly approaching this way, but Xue Hua had a gut feeling. The mission had already fallen apart beyond repair. Grinding. The sound of grinding teeth resonated in the tent. With things havinge to this point Right, havinge to this point, she had to achieve a featparable to the capture of elf prisoners. Xue Hua looked at Jin Hyeok with eyes brimming with killing intent. He must be killed. This man, right here. Eliminating the enemy standing in the way of the Middle Kingdom Guild would surely make Lord Nangong Chun overlook this blunder. She didnt need much time to decide. [Xue Hua uses Level 9 Poison Fog!] Whoosh! Suddenly, the tent filled with a haze of grey smoke. She had used a poison that paralyzed the limbs through the respiratory system. But The expanding smoke stopped right in front of Jin Hyeok. More precisely, in front of an almost transparent wall that unfolded around him. A barrier? I knew you used poison techniques. Of course, Id be prepared for something like this. Information about the opponent had already been gathered through his Gluttonous Eyes. Predicting how she would react when cornered was part of his n. What remained was Just deal with the rest out there for about 5 minutes. After that, leave the situation to me. Jin Hyeok spoke to the elves. Understood. We can hold out for that long. Sylvia and a Ranger nodded and exited the tent. The A-ss individuals had left with the deputymander, so there shouldnt be much danger. Jin Hyeok returned his gaze to Xue Hua. Name: Xue Hua Sex: Female Age: 25 Level: 28 Strength: 16 Agility: 26 Stamina: 25 Magic Power: 33 Inner Power: 57 Avable Stat Points: 0 Coins: 51,558 upation: Poison Master Unique Ability: Thousand Poisons Skills: Lv9 Poison Fog, Lv8 Intermediate Assassination Technique, Lv8 Poison Infusion, Lv7 Detoxification, Lv7 Extreme Poison Extraction, Lv6 Defensive Qi, Lv5 Poison Barrier [Copying condition: Fighting poison with poison (). If you sessfully detoxify a poison used by Xue Hua with a more potent poisonbination, you can copy one of her skills. However, if you detoxify the most powerful poison she has, you can copy her unique ability.] Fighting poison with poison Jin Hyeok smirked as he went over the copying conditions once again. Though it seemed simple, the actual condition was incredibly challenging. It meant he had to gain the upper hand using poison against an opponent who specialized in poisons. Most would not even think to attempt it. But Thats for ordinary folks unfamiliar with the Tower. I can do it. He wasnt an expert in poisons yet, but climbing to the top of the Tower, he had encountered many formidable poison users. Masters who practiced a level of poison technique so astonishing it wasnt evenparable to Xue Hua. For him, such a copying condition wasnt even difficult. Id better aim to copy the unique ability then. While the skills werent bad, the best option was to acquire the Thousand Poisons ability. To do this, he needed to scratch her just enough. So, I heard you were deeply knowledgeable in poisons, but was that all just empty talk? It seems a low-level barrier was enough to hold it off. Are you saying my skills are sub-par? Xue Huas atmosphere intensified at Jin Hyeoks words. Good. She had taken the bait. Well, not necessarily. But I had high expectations. It crossed my mind that I could probably take on the entire Middle Kingdom Guild single-handedly with this level of performance. How dare To make such arrogant ims again. Fine. Since it hase to this, lets have a real fight. Xue Hua dispelled the poison fog. At the same time, an atrocious energy began to rise, iparable to before. [Xue Hua activates her unique ability Thousand Poisons!] [Thousand Ultimate Cmity Poison () blooms!] An extreme poison that destroys organs throughout the body via the magic circuits, rather than the respiratory system. Thousands of mucus-like fments manifested in the shape of threads were explosively shot towards Jin Hyeok. They were fast. Moreover, this wasnt something a barrier could stop. Shes using that one, as I expected. As predicted, Xue Hua brought out the most vicious and effective poison she possessed. Even a 10-meter ssrge creature couldnt survive half a day with just 1mg absorbed of this extreme poison. Of course, a person wouldntst even a minute. However As long as you know the type of poison in advance, you can always detoxify it. Especially when its connected to the flow of magic. Jin Hyeok willingly allowed himself to be hit by her attack. Kwakwakwakwa! Threads woven like a spiders web brushed over Jin Hyeoks entire body. Bright reddish lines stretched across his skin. Soon, the reddened lines started to bulge like inting balloons. Ha! Youre caught! Xue Hua smirked with a sly smile. With the poisons effect taking hold, it wouldnt matter if her opponent was even the most agile ranker. Even holy knights and healers who hadpleted their second ss advancement staggered in the face of this poison. But Hmm. Ill cut off the magic circtions for now. From here, if I release the flow about 1% at a time The person who should have been writhing in pain and despair was just muttering to himself calmly. Please Can you at least show some tension? Do you not realize the situation youre in? Huh? My situation? Jin Hyeok tilted his head in confusion. Kuh! Fine. It seems youre ignorant about this, so let me exin what happens when you get hit by the Thousand Ultimate Cmity Poison. First, your blood vessels swell, and you start losing sensation from the tip of your right leg My leg seems to move just fine though? Jin Hyeok lightly moved his right leg. Shuffling-shuffling. From his toes to his calf, up to his thigh and pelvis. His muscles danced a tap dance. Huh? Why is this? Hmm Is your poison a bit weak? What, weak poison! Youre saying that about the elite art! If not, then not. Why all the noise? Its actually not that effective, to be honest. Jin Hyeok casually jested, and Xue Huas face contorted even more menacingly. Even if you survived the paralysis by sheer luck, you cannot escape the next symptom. Even if the first round of paralysis was survived by a fluke, there was no escaping the second. The second stage of symptoms spread through all the magic circuits in the body. Yawn. Im not getting my hopes up, but I do wish you were right this time. The experience is there, somewhat spicy but doesnt quite make you sweat. Like using only half the amount of hot chicken sauce? Lets see how far your nonchnce gets you. Xue Huaughed coldly, looking forward to the scene toe. However The result was the same, once again. The victim, who should have been copsing in a pool of blood, was instead smiling peacefully. There was only one reason for this. Could it be Are you telling me to believe that you detoxified the Thousand Ultimate Cmity Poison? For a meleebatant, especially one not from China but a Korean ranker, to have such a deep understanding of poisons was ridiculous. If the othermanders had been there, they would have burst intoughter at such nonsense. However, meaning the rival had calcted every blood vessel, magic circuit, and amount and type of poison flowing through them,pletely neutralizing the attack. Though it was an absurd story, there was no other exnation when faced with him being unharmed. Ive created a more vicious poison by mixing [Blood Demon Qi] with your poison. I managed to neutralize your poison by flowing it out appropriately. He said it, and it sounded grand. But to be honest, he still didnt know much about anything like Jingmai or Tianzhu points or where they were located. It was just easier to memorize and learn with his body as it came. Ultimately, this was all a result of the efforts hed acquired through numerous trials and errors. And at that moment. [You have acquired the skill Thousand Poisons (AA)!] [Thousand Poisons] Difficulty of Acquisition: AA Description: An innate ability to handle a thousand poisons, allowing for immediate effects from deadly poisons totent ones that gradually worsen symptoms. You will also gain a certain level of Detoxification due to the extensive knowledge of poisons. A notification appeared before Jin Hyeok, signaling the sess of the copy. Another ability was now in his hands. Moreover, an innate ability with endless potential. Of course, when you get a new ability, its only natural to use it right away. It seems youre not very familiar with poisons, so let me teach you a lesson this time. Watch carefully. How poisons are meant to be utilized. ! Xue Hua tensed, preparing for the attack. In a battle with poisons, it was a constant struggle between poisoning and detoxification. The side that used more advanced poison techniques would win this confrontation. Dont panic. Stay calm. As a descendant of one of the few remaining poison ns in China, she had been educated as a genius practitioner from a young age. She directly experienced countless poisons, researched them while seeking rare poisons across thend. She was confident that she would not be outdone by even the mightiest veteran when it came to poisons. But that vain expectation Cough! Blood dripped from Xue Huas mouth. When was the poison used? When did the poisoning take ce? Even the type of poison employed She couldnt determine any of it. What on earth are you? With a brief sigh. Boom! Xue Huas body copsed. Damn it. Damn it! How could things go wrong to this extent! Teng Chao, who had been in charge of the center of the elf vige, was now sprinting like a madman along the forest path. At some point, allmunication with the otherpanymanders and toons had been cut off. On top of that, theyd lost more than 30% of their forces due to the pursuit by the crazed elf in a pink dress wielding a magic wand. It was the worst-case scenario. But if he could somehow meet Xue Hua and reorganize their formation There was still a chance to turn around this desperate situation. However By the time Teng Chao had barely reached the main camp He had a gut feeling that something had gone terribly wrong. Tents were burning all around. In the tent where thepanymander should have been, he saw Xue Hua lying in a pool of blood. Of course He also saw the figure of a veteran eagerly awaiting his next prey. Youve gone a long way. What will you do? Youvee to a dead end. Jin Hyeok slowly stood up. Title: Chapter 122: Uninvited Guests (3) Chapter 123: Uninvited Guest (4) Chapter 123: Uninvited Guest (4) Solo Max Level Newbie Chapter 123: Uninvited Guest (4) Theres a saying about natural disasters. Cmities beyond human control. Unexpected and unforeseen, they strike when you least anticipate them. And now, Tenchao was feeling the full brunt of what a natural disaster truly was. Crash! Crack! Crack! The ground split apart like dry twigs. Uuuurgh A heavy groan escaped Tenchaos lips. His limbs were shaking, but there was no time forints. The next attack was already upon him. Boom! The released sword aura struck Tenchaos greatsword. He was sent flying about 4 meters back. He barely managed to regain his bncea near miss from hitting the ground. Wow, tougher than I thought. Is the Zhonghua Guilds scouting so good that they can discover useable talents like you? Jinhyuk let out a sound of astonishment. Really now. He had nned to finish this within three moves, but who knew it wouldst five? Maybe even a couple more? How dare you to do such a thing. If the entire Zhonghua Guild took retribution, even if youre a famous ranker, you couldnt face all of them alone. Dammit. You know it too! Tenchaos voice was raised in anger. The name Zhonghua had always carried weight. Renowned guilds across the world showed their concern, and smaller guilds trembled in fear. Indeed, with their vast membership, substantial financial resources, and formidable rankers, it was natural for them to be so arrogant. Above all, the Zhonghua Guild, backed by the name of Namgung Cheon, secured an unshakeable position that no one in the world could ignore. But There was one thing they didnt know. Even the deified Namgung Cheon hadnt passed the Towers 20th floor. And Jinhyuk, standing before them now, had reached heights beyondparison with that ce. Will killing you now bring Namgung Cheon here himself? What? Tenchaos eyes widened in disbelief. It was hard to believe what he had just heard. But Jinhyuk casually ignored Tenchaos reaction and continued. Just as I heard. Everyone chirps about that guys name, and Im curious to see how much hes grown. Youre insane. When you meet him in person, youll regret what youve said. Lets test that, shall we? To see if Ill regret it or not. Whether Ill cry or Namgung Cheon will. Thats what Im dying to know. Jinhyuk shrugged. There was no trace of tension in his voice or posture. At that, Tenchao bit his lip hard. I dont know if this man could truly stand against Namgung Cheon But one thing was clear: this enemy was too powerful for anyone here to handle. Clearly, there was no chance in a one-on-one fight. Even running wouldnt save him from the Guilds retribution. So, there was only one thing to do Tenchaos gaze sharpened. He had made his decision. Everyone. Deploy the Blood Demon Array! ! ! The yers who had been waiting behind him changed their expressions. Blood Demon Array. It was a formation that focused on theplete destruction of the target, even at the expense of allied forces. Used as ast resort when the power gap was extreme, it was a tactic that discarded defense to pour all effort into the offense. We must take down that man at all costs, even if our bones are buried here. Understood. Ugh! Once the order was given, no matter how unreasonable, they had to follow. The yers swiftly formed the array around Jinhyuk. Solid as could be, no ant could pass through. It spoke volumes about the rigorous training the Zhonghua Guild yers had undergone. They must have practiced on numerous people already. Though an unspoken rule publicly, the ruthlessness of their training was well-known. *** As I thought. Theyre deploying the Blood Demon Array. Jinhyuk nodded, as if expecting it. There was a reason he had drawn them into this desperate situation. To psychologically wear them out and force theirst resort. Precisely, to satisfy the copy condition he wanted. Name: Tenchao Gender: Male Age: 35 Level: 29 Strength: 31 Agility: 24 Stamina: 25 Magic Power: 33 Internal Power: 55 Stat Points: 0 Coins: 17,463 upation: Commander Unique Ability: Mount Tai Sword Skills: Lv10 Mount Tai Sword Aura, Lv9 Formation Strengthening, Lv9 Blood Spirit Hand, Lv8 Mount Tai Step, Lv7 Net of Heaven and Earth With Tomb of Swords and Chase Soul Sword already in his arsenal, there was no need to copy a lower ability like Mount Tai Sword. Just a nuisance, really. Jinhyuk frowned. He had no desire to boast about the multitude of useless skills copied that offered little efficiency. But it wasnt all for naught. While the offensive skills were unremarkable, there was one nonbat skill that caught his eye. Figures abat leader would have one useful trick up his sleeve. Net of Heaven and Earth. The skill indicating inexorable binding was worth considering for future encounters. Yes, if he was to copy a skill, it would be this one. Blood Demon Array, though Its been a while since Ist confronted the martial artists. Its about time for a reminder. Jinhyuks eyes scanned the array. It was solid, as youd expect from a formationpleted under direct transmission from the martial arts masters. Anyone caught in it would be sweating bullets for their life. Yet, Jinhyuk could see its ws. Minor as they were, he feltpelled to point them out. It was like an instinct for a seasoned yer. Hmm there, second from the right. If you predominantly use the left-handed sword technique, dont take a position on the wing of the Blood Demon Array. Youre just a half beat off from the others. What? The middle where are you looking? Yeah, you. Youre too forward-weighted. You need to posture ready to move to either side, not just the front. How how could you know? As the precision remarks continued, the yers were startled and adjusted their stances. To Tenchao, however, this was all but a grotesque twist. But it was true; every w Jinhyuk pointed out was spot-on. And if they were to persist with the Blood Demon Array against such an adversary The oue didnt need statingit was obvious. Despite this, Tenchao had no choice but to order the attack. It was the only remaining strategy. Tap! Taap! The First Form, [Blood Demon Jade Shatter Array]. Dozens of swords erased each others paths and exploded. Even allies would be cut if they interfered, a tactic that ounted for the enemys escape routes. This alone could suppress most rankers. ng! Boom! Brilliant sparks erupted. A cacophony of shes ensued. But no sounds of flesh being torn or agonized groans were heard; his attack waspletely parried. Youre the most in sync out of all Ive met. Jinhyuk shrugged, this time sincerely. It was a level that would bemendable anywhere, really. But to his foes, even praise would sting as insult. Hurry follow up with the Second Form now! Tenchaomanded, but it was already toote. Whos going to just watch? Jinhyuk had already prated the weakest point in the Blood Demon Array. The transition to the Second Form had left a slight looseness, making his surprise attack even more effective. Over there! Damn! Attack attack him! The yers turned, swinging their swords and spears at Jinhyuk. But their futile struggle was halted by a divine intervention. [Your unique ability Blessing of the Stars has been activated!] A celestial blessing merged with holy power, surrounding Jinhyuk with a gentle aura. Meanwhile, Now its my turn, after all the blocking. Retrieving his dagger, Jinhyuk summoned his paired divine swords from his subspace inventory. A pair of sacred relics emerged from distorted space. Thats! The moment Tenchao sensed the danger, a smooth sword strike swept across the ground. *** In a single blow, the Blood Demon Array was shattered. Not just broken, but the yersposing the array were all in. Only Tenchao was left standing amidst the carnage. How How can this be? Tenchaos voice trembled drastically. His allies and subordinates, who had trained to honor the essence of Chinese martial arts since before the Towers advent, had fallen so futilely. The elites carefully chosen from within the Zhonghua Guild for this mission Had been vanquished so effortlessly. Just how strong is this man? He had thought that dying in mutual destruction would be satisfactory. But he had been mistaken. Even with life at stake, inflicting even a scratch was an insurmountable task. Perhaps only Namgung Cheon himself could rival this monster. As his thoughts led there, Tenchao felt the gravity of the situation skin-deep. Never must he face him in battle. His instincts screamed that they mustnt be driven to the same battlefield. Should a fatal duel unfold, they might just draw the worst card imaginable from the stack of possibilities. He didnt ponder long. Tenchao gripped his greatsword with both hands. This attack will determine the battle. Win or lose, there is no next for me. With that final word, the atmosphere changed, no, not just the environment but the energy itself. From the tip of his sword surged a blue aura. Crackle The quenched sword aura pointed sharply upward. The Mount Tai Sword Form A secret technique from the Second Form of the Mount Tai Sword capable of cleaving ten-meter rocks with a single strike was cast. Mount Tai Annihtion! Crash! Crash! The sword aura rushed forward within inches of Jinhyuks nose. In moments, he would be cleanly beheaded. At that moment, Jinhyuk slowly took his stance. Chase Soul Sword Dance. The sword chosen by the Sword Saint to reach the pinnacle. The strongest sword said to be able to sever even souls was now manifested through the Twin Dragon Swords. Eighth Form. An exceptional energy began to dominate the space. The pitch-ck aura emanating from Tomb of Swords awaited thepletion of the form. Finally, Someone took the first step into a domain unreached even by martial artists of the pugilist world. Dark Soul Fusion. And thus, everything became enshrouded in shadow. Chapter 124: How a Veteran Wins a Festival (1) Chapter 124: How a Veteran Wins a Festival (1) It was only after the Dark Soul As One skill expired that Jinhyuk regained his sight. As expected, there was no one standing in front of him. Tenchao had long since breathed hisst, reduced to mere tatters. Throbbing! Throbbing! Throbbing! Jinhyuk furrowed his brows slightly at the pain throbbing throughout his body. Using up to the eighth form was indeed too much for now. Faced with thest stronghold leader, he had decided to test the higher forms of his sword techniques. The power was undoubtedly overwhelming, touching upon a realm that was much too highpared to his level and proficiency. It seems this is why not only software but also hardware is equally important. No matter how exceptional the inside is, if the outside iscking, efficiency plummets. Muscle soreness is no joke. I must fully recover using breathing techniques before I go to bed. Just as Jinhyuk was steadying himself, an alert popped up. [You have acquired the skill Heaven-and-Earth Net (BB)!] [Heaven-and-Earth Net] Description: Meaning the of heaven and earth, it refers to an inescapable encirclementwork. This skill marks a targets location within a 10km radius and predicts the optimal route by analyzing their trajectory and possible variables. Note: The efficiency of this skill increases with the number of allies present. [The copied ability will be stored in Worlds Memory.] The notification window signaling the sessful condition for copying appeared. Heaven-and-Earth Net. He had obtained a skill that could be useful in pursuit or in following without being noticed. Its a bit disappointing that I couldnt obtain Ricard Changs abilities too, but this haul is more than enough to make use of. Considering that Eris had disappeared without even leaving a corpse, there was no choice but to give up on that lead. Jinhyuk dusted the dirt off his body. He had dispatched Sylvia to join up with Teslons group, so there shouldnt be any problems The remaining rangers, familiar with the forestsyout, would be able to pursue the remnants of the Central Guild without difficulties. Yes. Regardless of what anyone said, this was thend of the elves. With the stronghold leaders vanquished, there should be no variables to consider. The battle was over. *** Shanghai, China. In this city where one of the branches of the Central Guild was located, an emergency had been dered due to a sudden and unexpected incident. The reason for the gathering was simple: the battle group that had gone to the 6th floor, the Elf Forest, had beenpletely annihted. Within the heavy and oppressive atmosphere, about a dozen men and women sat around a table, conducting a meeting. All three S-rank members and the five-hundred-member assault team were annihted. We have a few surviving scouts sending information, but theres no doubt about the validity of their reports. A man fanned himself as he spoke, despite the air conditioning set to a low temperature. The heat radiating from his body was more likely due to the stress of the situation rather than the temperature. Even a First-ss Ranger is just at a mana level below 5000. Thats a level that even an A-ss yer can handle. But what kind of method did those damn elves use to subdue three stronghold leaders? Now, a woman with short hair furrowed her eyebrows. She too was one of the top rankers of the Central Guild, having received an S-rank assessment. She could not ept that yers of their caliber had been defeated by mere elves. ording to the scout reports, it was the work of Kang Jinhyuk. Yeah, that ranker whos currently on the rise in Korea. Hah So it was that guy again causing trouble. Damn it. Yeah, Ive seen videos of that guy too. Aplete monster. No wonder they failed. Why does that damned man keep meddling in our business? Even if the ones there clearly said they were part of the Central Guild, did he still continue to attack them? The name Kang Jinhyuk brought out irritated voices from all over the ce. Comints, grumbles, and jealousy mixed together in that room. Then State what cards we have to y. What can we do? The man sitting at the center of the table, radiating a sharp aura and standing at 190cm with a sturdy build, was none other than Liao Wei, the second-inmand and Vice Master of the Central Guild. The man who started the briefing immediately responded. Tenchao, Ricard Chang, and Shu Hua had an early power level reading in the 10,000s. They were strong but ranked middle to upper within our guild. Not all S-ranks are created equal. Since the ranking system wasnt fully developed yet, anyone with a total magic and other ability level over 10,000 got lumped into the S-rank category. Then We only need to send rankers with simr or higher levels to deal with him. Those with mana readings over 20,000. In other words, any of our main assault team leaders or assassins from the executory division could easily suppress even the most arrogant ranker from the penins. The Central Guild was not ranked among the worlds top seven guilds for nothing. They had an immense pool of talent. They had sent a force well equipped to subdue the elves, but now that things had turned out this way, they simply had to reorganize with more suited warriors. Fortunately, there was still time until the date set by Namgung Cheon. Is that enough to solve the problem? Liao Wei asked again. Yes. The second assault team has just returned from abyrinth raid. With your permission, we could even take Kang Jinhyuks head right now. The second assault team, you say Liao Weis eyes narrowed. If it was the second assault team, which was known for its synergy within the Central Guild, they might stand a chance. Unlike the hastily mobilized team sent to the elf forest, this team was a carefully crafted gship unit. No matter how rampant our enemy is, he wont stand a chance this time. Yes. Even if the opponent was nearly as powerful as a boss monster, it didnt matter. This time, they would capture him and wash away this humiliation. But then. Technically, you all just babble like fools, gathering around here. A sound interrupted as a man emerged slowly from a shadowy corner of the room, away from the table. Every man and woman jerked and shuddered at the sudden appearance. Liao Wei himself exuded a formidable presence, but this newly appeared man was on a whole other level. A different level of inner strength. With the opening of his mouth alone, the meeting room felt like it was being overwhelmed. Mo Yong-su sir Mo Yong-su, the head of the Mo family, was one of the five great families that had built up both martial arts and chivalry over the ages in [Moorim]one who shouldnt be present outside the tower. Indeed. Originally, I had no intention of interfering in your affairs, but if left unchecked, it seems the same mistake will repeat itself. A remark full of implication. Liao Wei immediately understood its meaning. Does that mean even the second assault team is insufficient? Thats correct. Understanding reality without needing a further exnation, Liao Wei epted the situation coolly. Anyone else might be mistaken, but he knew Mo Yong-su was never wrong. However, not everyone shared that sentiment. You, you cant possibly mean? Youre not serious, are you? Were talking about just one person! Its overwhelming to even send the entire main force of the Central Guilds second assault team and youre saying theyre still insufficient? Perhaps their pride was wounded. Like injured wild dogs, they barked louder. Mo Yong-su snorted and turned his head away. Earlier, there seemed to be a record of the opponents appearance. Show that to me. If your eyes arent mere holes on your face, youll see and feel something. Ah, yes, sir. [The recording will now y.] The video of Tenchao and Jinhyuks battle started ying. It had been taken from a distance, so the image wasnt very clear. Nevertheless, the sight of Jinhyuk nullifying the Blood Demonic Formation and his opponents actions was unmistakable. Hes quite skilled, but thats more our yers fault for their errors. The Blood Demonic Formation leans more on a violent, reckless array rather than precision. Tch, I can handle that much myself The evaluations that followed were more emotional than objective. Just as I thought, these fools cannot see it. Mo Yong-sus eyes twinkled with recognition. Strong. Overwhelmingly so. The use of the Dark Soul Sword was interesting to him, not often seen even within Moorim. But more captivating to Mo Yong-su was the depth of swordsmanship the opponent had shown. Who would have thought someone could use the Dark Soul Sword up to the eighth form. Thepleteness, the power, and the understanding of the swordseeing it was so impressive that he had to consciously hold back his exmations of awe. And if, by chance, what Kang Jinhyuk had shown was not all If he could perform the ninth form of the Dark Soul Sword no, even beyond that? Mo Yong-su felt a cold sweat running down his back. I might even have trouble myself. Maybe He may have chosen the wrong sessor to carry on Moorims name outside the tower. Instead of Namgung Cheon, perhaps he should have selected that man. And he maye to regret this misjudgment someday. Mo Yong-su started to sincerelyprehend this. Namgung Cheon will hear it from me directly. As for you, step back from this matter. Its unfortunate, but you are not equipped to handle this opponent. *** Time flew in the hustle and bustle of trying to recover the corpses and restore the vige. Before he knew it, about three weeks had passed since Jinhyuk arrived in the Elf Forest. The festival had been postponed, but in the meantime, Jinhyuk spent his time quite beneficially. [Lv10 cial Sculpture is activated!] [3-star Barrier Sevenfold Barrier is activated!] Seamless coordination between the skill and barrier. Jinhyuk was now mastering the technique of trapping opponents predicted to escape with the barrier while suppressing them with the cial Sculptureit all flowed as naturally as water. Aaahh! My noble legs and wings Its so cold. I feel like Im really going to freeze to death! Eris, whose thighs were frozen up to, screamed out in terror. In exchange for helping with skill practice, Jinhyuk had promised her Carbonara spaghetti and fine wine. But as payment for her assistance, Eris had to endure an extreme part-time job. Hmm. The noise is continuing; maybe I should freeze her mouth too? Cold mosquitoes! Ice mosquitoes! Goguma, ying around nearby, seemed to be full of cheer as he eximed. His yellow eyes widened with joy despite his tail sporting an ice lump the size of a fist. Ive grown quite familiar with it now. Other than asionally helping the elves, he spent all day immersed in practice. Seeking a slightly more efficientbination. Striving for a slightly more optimal configuration. Diving into it madly. Thanks to this, Ive discovered quite a few interesting things. Jinhyuks lips curled up at the corners. Other yers would be spending 90 days hunting haphazardly or acquiring useless items. But Im different. He could feel every day passing with substance. Thump! Thump! Thump! And thats why he was excited. To see how the gap now would have an impactter. To see how much more it would connect him to better rewards and fateful encounters. All of it. Just then, as Jinhyuk was indulging in his imagination. Uh hey, is there a chance you have a campfire or something? Eris, her face ghastly pale, approached. Cold? What? Ha! As if! For a noble creature of the night like me, this level is merely refreshing! I am merely concerned that this reptile that resembles a roasted sweet potato might catch a cold, thats all. Hmm. His response was dubious, given her face looked more like a recruit in mid-winter training Jinhyuk nced over at Eris with suspicion. Eris flinched but soon diverted her gaze. Teasing her further and jabbing at her pride might lead to some disaster. Fine, Ill trust you. As you said, we cant have our Goguma catching a cold. Whoosh! Engaging the Element of Fire, warmth filled the air. Hah Finally, Eris seemed toe back to life with a rxed expression, warming up. But then. Whats that? Something caught Jinhyuks eye as he was casually finding his ce. Chapter 125: How a Veteran Wins the Festival (2) Chapter 125: How a Veteran Wins the Festival (2) A mushroom adorned with colorful patterns stood out. It was the [Acidic Mushroom], only found in the 6th floor, Elf Forest. Ah, now that I think of it, this was here too. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. As the name suggested, the Acidic Mushroom contained a highly acidic poison. Eating it would mean instant death, melting everything from the mouth to the esophagus. But, like the delicacy that is the poisonous pufferfish, if prepared correctly, the Acidic Mushroom could be transformed into an ingredient that would bring tears to any gourmets eyes. Of course, handling this isnt for just anyone. A single wrong move with the knife could spoil the entire mushroom, demanding the extreme skills of a chef. How interesting. Perhaps this was stirring a desire to challenge oneself? Jinhyuk was intently studying the mushroom when Sylvia emerged from the opposite forest, looking for him. Mr. Jinhyuk! The elder has asked to see you for a moment Oh? Sylvias eyes widened as she saw Jinhyuk picking up the mushroom. Are you, by any chance, nning to eat that? Yes, I thought Id give it a try. Oh, you might not know since youre unfamiliar, but thats an Acidic Mushroom. Its practically inedible. The preparation method has been lost for hundreds of years, so weve just left that mushroom alone. Sylvia smirked. She seemed quite pleased to have shared something Jinhyuk didnt know. Feeling slightly sorry to crush that expectation, he couldnt back down now that he heard such talk. Then, it seems I must take on the challenge. What? You, you cant possibly mean Expect something great. A special mushroom dish from a veteran. Even if two eat, and two die, therell be no evidence. Today, the postponed festival would be taking ce in the evening. Its likely the reason Elder Fenheim was looking for him was rted to that. And now. He had decided on the theme for the dish he would use in this festival. Stars littered the night sky. Oveing the time of mourning for the loss of colleagues and the burning vige. Finally, the Elf Festival was held. It really is spectacr. Jinhyuk strolled leisurely through the forest. The meteor shower pouring endlessly and fireflies flitting through the grass created a fantastic sight. Of course, the highlight was the mysterious spirits and elves, all dressed up. [The fire spirit Smander spits small mes.] [The water spirits Undines startled, start to extinguish with water.] In the loweryers of the Tower, the spirits of water and fire yed, holding fig fruits in both hands. The elves also yed various instruments and enjoyed aromatic beverages, making the most of the festival. Just then, Ting! A blue status window shed in front of Jinhyuk. [You have witnessed an amazing sight.] [You can earn the top banner spot if you post this video on the Towers HOT issue!] Even the system recognized it. This scene was worth seeing by countless people. Where else, if not here, could one see such a spectacle? It must be preserved for all to cleanse their eyes. Right. Ill start recording now. Jinhyuk nodded, activated the broadcasting system, and everything he saw and heard began to be recorded. Unbeknownst to him, when this video is uploadedter, it will plunge yers who rise views by introducing exotic locations in the Tower into the depths of despair. Mr. Jinhyuk! Over here! Ahem! Ah, were here. Mosquito! Various voices called out to Jinhyuk. It was Sylvia, Elise, and Goguma. Having made significant efforts for this festival, everyones attire was meticulously prepared. Sylvias ethereal and translucent traditional elf costumeplemented her golden bob-cut hair perfectly. Elise, on the other hand, chose a dark, elegant dress. The aura of nobility exuded from her, decorated with sparkling jewels, clearly prepared with determination. Indeed, both had spent a good three hours preparing, polishing to the soul for this festival. However. Tsk, tsk. Rather than spending time doing that, you should have practiced shooting another arrow or casting Blood Spear. Whats more, with such attire, is it even possible to intimidate the opponent? Jinhyuk responded coldly, an imprable barrier. Youve seen this, and you say that? This dress, I even made those dwarf guys work on it for a whole year! Normally, its all aboutpliments upon seeing it! Elise raised her voice, her tone sharp. Well, if were talking about attire Jinhyuk swiftly scanned around, spotted someone, and shouted loudly. Look over there! His finger pointed toward Theslon with an expression as if he had lost a country. Despite the asion being about showcasing oneself, Theslon still had to pay the price for his loss in the bet. Jinhyuk nodded proudly. Yeah. How practical and intimidating is that attire? A red mustache and a pink dress, topped with a magic wand. A veterans look that gives a chill down the spine just by a nce. At least it looks three times stronger. To be honest, encountering such a figure in the field would unavoidably cause tension. Huh. Mr. Jinhyuk. Enough. Lets not talk, lets not talk. My bad. I should have kept expectations. Sylvia and Elise sighed as if disgusted. Master! An insensitive mosquito! Goguma added his voice. But Jinhyuk, indifferent to it all, watched Theslons attire with pride. Correct. My eyes were not wrong. That, indeed, was the best outfit that could swiftly transition tobat in an unforeseen emergency. As time went by amidstughter and chatter. Ahem! Ahem! Elder Fenheim, who was among the crowd of elders, cleared his throat. All eyes turned in one direction. Normally, we should proceed with the concert right away, but before that, this old man would like to intrusively say one thing. Fenheim paused for a moment, then looked down at the audience. As you all may know. Three weeks ago, humans from outside the Tower invaded our vige, and we lost manyrades and parts of our precious forest. Sigh. Argh. . The atmosphere dropped rapidly as they mourned the losses and struggled to discard painful memories. Naturally, Fenheim didnt bring this up to pick at wounds. But, right here, thanks to Mr. Jinhyuk, the vige was able to survive. Being able to mourn those we sent ahead, being able to continue into tomorrow, is all due to our benefactor. Gratitude and appreciation, as well as the fact that he helped to continue the existence of their race, reversed the atmosphere again. Everyone looked at Jinhyuk with indescribable eyes. Bow! Bow Acknowledging him, thousands of elves bowed in respect as their gazes met with Jinhyuk. The synchronized disy of manners offered another unique vista. Even the spirits expressed their gratitude for protecting the forest of elves. Tiny mes and droplets of water scattered in different directions, while the wind gently wrapped around Jinhyuk. Uh. This puts on quite the pressure. Jinhyuk muttered ufortably, overwhelmed by the excessive attention and etiquette. Dont feel pressured. Everyone is sincerely grateful to Mr. Jinhyuk. Sylvia smiled as well. Indeed. ept it proudly. Its only natural, being my contractor. Despite Elises confident tone, her face was slightly flushed, seemingly unable to contain her delight in her contractor being recognized by everyone. Finally. This old man. This vige. And our race. We will remember you forever. Fenheim bowed deeply. With the short speech over, the festival officially began. Specifically, the concert the highlight of the festival menced. As the mystical and beautiful melodies resonated, exmations of admiration flowed from all around. Then. How is it? This is the music of elves. Its apletely different art form from that of humans. Theslon had approached, brimming with arrogance. Hm. Youre in that costume, yet you expected me to take you seriously? A pink prince wielding a magic wand, as grand and solemn as one could get, who wouldnt bow their head in such majesty? Argh! You! Dont get too heated on a happy day. I do recognize the excellence of your music. Hmm. At least your ears arent just for decoration. Well, my hearing is often praised. Plus, anyone would be amazed by this music. Jinhyuk shrugged. He was sincere. Just being here was enough to melt away umted stress, like snow. Come to think of it, Ive heard youll participate in the concert. Is that true? Anyone can participate, so I was thinking of trying it out since Im here. Puhaha! A trial thats nice. Experiencing despair due to the difference in skill levels is always a good lesson. But remember one thing. While I acknowledge yourbat skills, the world of music is entirely different. Theslon burst into loudughter. What a strange character. Its as if the only way to win in this area is to show the difference in skill levels Like the whining persistence of a grade-schooler. In any case, having twisted pride leads these sorts to bebeled abnormal. Of course. Twisted pride applies to me too. The more he saw, the more Jinhyuk wanted to plunge this opponent into the abyss. Yes. A little weak in just a pink dress. For a veteran level, that look would be considered the weakest. So, lets make this deal. If I win Win? You mean to say you? Stop interrupting. If I dont win, right at that moment, Ill make you take off that outfit. Deal. Lets hear it. Youve heard the condition if I fail. In return, if I win, Ill add cat ears and tail to your outfit, plus some fluffy bunny fur shoes. Wh-what nonsense are you talking about! Im already dying of shame wearing this, and you want me to wear something like that?! Boom! Theslon stomped the ground, face flushing bright red in panic. Uh? Are you afraid youll lose to a mere human? Thats not going to happen. Well, if youre that confident, then thats settled. Surely youll win, so whats to worry? Yeek! Fine! Ill let you feel the difference in levels between elves and humans! Theslon took the bait once again. As easy as eating cold rice soup. If only everyone was like him, swindlers would be ying Monopoly in Gangnam with buildings. You swear to keep the promise? Once an elf makes a promise, its kept without fail. As expected, such a noble race. Smirking, Jinhyuk turned around. He ascended alongside a gentle slope, where various instruments were disyed. There was only one choice. [Dekartan] An Elven-exclusive instrument, closely resembling a violin. Given, it was much moreplicated to handle than a violin. I made a huge mistake here in the past. A recorder, of all things. Looking back, he felt like kicking himself in the covers a thousand times over for such an embarrassing memory. However, things were different now. They certainly are different. Jinhyuk slowly gathered his mana. The moment he did, [Lv3 Heavenly Melody] activated, sending an indescribable energy flowing from his fingertips into the instrument. This was the start. Chapter 126: How a Vet Wins at the Festival (3) Chapter 126: How a Vet Wins at the Festival (3) Solo Max Level Newbie Chapter 126: How a Vet Wins at the Festival (3) The atmosphere had changed. No, it wasnt just the atmosphere. Ah! How can such a beautiful melody exist? This cant be possible. The fine hairs on my skin stood on end. Mouths that were shut slowly opened. [Titanic My Heart Will Go On] In the past, Id yed the recorder, ignoring pitch and rhythm. Of course, now waspletely different. The skill Heavenly Melody didnt just y an instrument; it reproduced the background of the piece and memories associated with it. The gentle melody unfolded a vast ocean () before everyones eyes. [Every night in my dreams.] There was a man who dreamt of a new world to live in. There was a woman who, trapped in a cage, wished only for death in despair. This song It held the story of those two people. [I see you. I feel you.] The man met the woman. The woman met the man. They met each other as if by fate. [Love was when I loved you.] The man resolved to die to save the one he loved. And The woman resolved to live to honor the one she loved. The melody continued to y. The poignant rhythm resonated through the woods. In the silence where even breathing seemed to stop, Jinhyuk moved his hands swiftly towards the climax of the song. His slender, long fingers tenderly caressed each string of the instrument. [Once more, you open the door!] None here had ever seen the movie. Obviously. It belonged to the world outside the Tower. However, Everyone present, transcendingnguage and culture, could feel their hearts racing. It was beautiful. Unable to express it any other way, their whole bodies shuddered with awe. Its unbelievable. How can a mere human Teslons pupils shook like they were struck by an earthquake. [Decartran] was an instrument rumored to be difficult for even elves to y. Its 49 strings each resonated with different magical energies, producing tones that varied with the angle of the instrument. Yet, such a dazzling performance It was hard to believe, even as they watched. No, its not just his hands that are impressive. Understanding of the instrument. But more importantly, the level of understanding of the current piece being yed sent shivers down the spines of those listening. Teslon had sworn he wouldnt show any reaction, whatever the case But this was too much. He had to admit that his opponent was a monster of a different ss in the realm of music. At the same time. Damn it Images of his own future appearance with cat ears, tail, and rabbit shoes skidded across his mind, along with his vow to never gamble with the guy again. The five-minute long performance ended, but no apuse followed. Everyone was still immersed in the afterglow. p! Waaah.ahhh! It was minutester when the first pping began, followed by cheers. Did you just hear that? Ive never heard such a beautiful piece my entire life. Im d Im alive The elves heaved sighs of relief. [The fire spirit Smander shoots a small me upwards.] [The water spirit Undine swallows a water droplet.] Even the spirits were full of admiration. Hmph. Jinhyuks lips curled up into a smile. Last time he visited, he was banned for life for polluting everyones ears. This time, the tables had beenpletely turned. But was my recorder really that bad? I thought it was pretty decent He wasnt sure. If the opportunity arose, hed have to try it again. Somehow, he felt confident that this time he would do well. The pping got louder. Well, its not bad to bask in the elves cheers and apuse But before that, I have to tease Teslon, whos there making a sour face. Considering its been a while since I yed in kindergarten, my hands are a bit stiff, but it was still passable, wasnt it? He even slipped in honorifics as he mocked. Rather than outright insulting or using rudenguage, this method was much more effective. Hello? Please answer me. Hello? Hello? Teslon bit his lip tightly. He seemed close to swearing, his lips wriggling, but that was all. He knew better than to speak; it would only backfire on him. Well then, Ill take that as acknowledgement. Here, I have some additional costumes for you; please wear them throughout the festival. Jinhyuk smiled and pulled out the additional essories he had carefully kept in his spatial inventory. I was wrong. Cant you let this one slide? Excuse me? Ha ha, no way. The proud race wont go back on their word, right? It wont happen, right? PleaseI beg you He looked close to tears. In fact, he may have already cried if there werent eyes watching. Jinhyuk slowly reached out his head towards Teslons ear and whispered. Put yourself in my shoes. If you were me, would you have let it go? But! Thats my answer. So wear it. And who was it that said it? Giving up is easy. If it gets too hard, contemte that. There would be no surrender; there was no such option. No deals, nopromises. In a war, you fight until one falls to rock bottom. Thats how you ensure they dont ever rise again. Hehe. Looks like our Ranger Captain has taken quite a hit again this time. Go easy on him. Who could match up against you, Master Jinhyuk? Penheim had arrived with a heartyugh. It was just a little joke. Were close, right? Jinhyuk patted Teslons shoulder. Smile. Yeah? Just smile. What brings you here? I came because you won the concert. I have a prize for you. Oh, what kind of prize? Typically, you can select one of the instruments. Instruments Elven instruments certainly had their rarity value, making them an appealing prize. They could be sold, or used to quickly enhance ones favorability in an atmosphereden setting. Can I take a look before deciding? Hmm. If you want, you can do that. Penheim led Jinhyuk to a small cave. From here on out, you cannot enter with weapons. I apologize; your understanding will be appreciated. ng! Thump! The guards at the entrance crossed their spears. Even a treasure vault such as this had some level of security. This man! Hes a benefactor who saved the vige! No, its alright. When in Rome, do as the Romans do. With a nonchnt shrug, Jinhyuk handed over the dagger and twin dragon sword he carried. It was only proper etiquette to respect the customs of the elves now that he was on theirnd. He didnt want to cause a fuss, either. After a few more checkpoints, they reached the deepest part of the cave. A ce where treasures of various kinds umted by the elves over many years were stored. As the name suggested, the interior was filled with rare items. Moggy! Gogumas pumpkin-colored eyes widened as he looked around. His wagging tail suggested hed found a treasure that caught his fancy. Jinhyuk was just as surprised. Really impressive. Honestly, I didnt expect it to be this grand. Hehe, youre too kind. Ah! Pleasee this way. The instruments are over here. Penheim indicated towards the neatly arranged instruments on the rock. From the decartran Jinhyuk had just yed, to harps and piano-like instruments, Instruments crafted by artisans disyed their splendid form. Any choice would be satisfying. But Jinhyuks gaze was drawn elsewhere. Hoo. The exmation of admiration was genuine. There was no choice. Hed once seen in ancient scriptures holy relics: Pentagriss Fang and Pentagriss Tooth. And here he was seeing them again. Pentagris, an ancient creature that could move freely across all levels of the Tower, was a rarity. Having seen it only once from a distance, he knew how difficult it was to encounter such a creature and rted artifacts. Could it be they targeted the elves vige in order to get their hands on these? As that thought crossed his mind, Jinhyuk shook his head. Unlikely. There was no chance that he, unaware of this information, was figured out by those of Zhonghua or the martial world. On second thought, its truly magnificent. The Tooth was approximately 1.5m, a longbow that could materialize magical arrows without the need for real ones. Its range and power were top-notch; it was peerless until mid-way up the Tower. It was unanimously recognized as a supreme holy relic. The Fang is also remarkable. Jinhyuks gaze shifted to the right. About 38cm in length, the dagger had an obsidian-like ck surface but its de glowed with a faint green light. Lightweight and bnced, it fell into the fourth-ranked [Green] category amongst holy relics. Gulp! Saliva coursed down his throat. Desirable. His current 10-enhanced dagger wasnt bad, but he was in need of a more powerful weapon. Hed be facing even tougher and more challenging foes as he went higher. Can I choose one of these instead of an instrument? Hmm Im sorry, but these weapons are relics we received for treating the wounds of sacred creatures. They hold a symbolic meaning for our vige, so we cannot casually give them away. Right. Of course. They wouldnt hand over items of such value as a prize. Then in that case Ill take the decartran. After using it earlier, it just felt right for me. An excellent choice. After hearing your performance, I, too, was convinced there is no instrument more fitting for you than this one. Penheim reached towards the instrument with a wide smile. [Elder Penheim recognitionpleted.] [The seal is released.] Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. As expected, there was a security barrier in ce. 2-star grade. In a moment, he understood the structure of the barrier and the flow of magic. About thirty minutester, Jinhyuk emerged from the cave and parted ways with Penheim. Penheim told him to enjoy the rest of the festival and left. Jinhyuk walked through the forest with Goguma following a narrow path. Thats when it happened. Moggy! Hm? Baaa. Goguma dropped a dagger he had hidden in his mouth to the ground. It was the holy relic of Pentagris, the Fang, kept in the cave. And somehow, underneath him was the longbow, the Tooth. Oh! You cant just casually bring these out like that! Jinhyuks expression turned serious as he held his finger to Gogumas mouth. Theft, truly! Seriously speaking. Taking something without permission is genuinely a bad act. Moggy Goguma hung his head low. This must mean he was reflecting. What? Since we saved the vige, we should naturally take this as our due? Moggy? Hmm. Well. Perhaps its better I put them to use rather than letting them rot in a cave. Moggy?!?! Although Goguma shouted that he didnt say that, Jinhyuk continued. Sigh. Theres nothing else to be done. I really didnt want to go this far, but returning them now could get our cute Goguma in trouble. Seriously. Though I never contemted it, I guess this will be our little secret. Right. This was all to cover up Gogumas mistake. Jinhyuk nced around. There were no onlookers. He could feel no elf presence. And The bow and dagger that were on the ground vanished like smoke. Chapter 127: How a High-Level Newbie Wins at the Festival (4) Chapter 127: How a High-Level Newbie Wins at the Festival (4) Although a theft had taken ce, none of the elves noticed. This was due to their blind faith in the sentries at the entrance and theyers of security barriers set up inside. It should be fine for at least a few hours. Even if they noticed quickly, it would take that long. Jinhyuks hands moved diligently. Cooking, another highlight of the festival, had to bepleted perfectly if he wanted to leave asting impression. [Lv3 Otherworldly Diner is activated!] A skill that could satisfy even the tastes of different species. As his understanding of cooking surged, Jinhyuks hand movements became even more splendid. Various vegetables and herbs were trimmed in an instant. Thwack! Thwack! Thwack! Thwack! The cutting board, knife, and pots he bought from the coin exchange all served their purposes excellently. [Moist Soy Meat] Michelin Stars: Description: Vegetable meat made from white beans and olive oil. The perfect harmony with the apanying rosemary sauce showcases the craftsmanship of a master! Typically, a single star denotes edible food. This includes skewered chicken, cup rice, udon from street vendors. Two stars are akin to the course meals in fine-dining restaurants or Japanese eateries. When considering a treat to indulge in on special asions, think of such food. And three stars or more earn the thumbs up even from gourmands. But what about when it surpasses four stars? This would make even the wildest youngest son of a noble family return home overnight as a virtuous gentleman. It indicates a taste and addictiveness in apletely different dimension. Chewing mouths eximed in admiration. Oh! Ahh Kuh. Exmations erupted from everywhere. Despite activating his skill and with Silvia and Ellis assisting, the speed of cooking couldnt keep up with the rate of consumption even by a tenth. tes made of leaves were emptied like lightning, piling up like mountains. No sooner had the dishes been served than they disappeared into the mouths of the elves. So delicious Me too. I dont think I can eat any other food from now on. What should I do? Can we ask Jinhyuk to stay in our vige forever? If not, maybe we should kidnap him. Theres an empty room in my basement Yeah, thats good. Humans like dumplings, so we should feed him that and make him cook for the rest of his life. Somewhere in the conversation, things took a turn for the terrifying. The elves had lived in moderation and eco-friendliness, so Jinhyuks cooking came as a drug to them. The crowning touch was a mushroom dish Jinhyuk made while sweating profusely. [Sour Mushroom Gratin] Michelin Stars: Description: Made from Sour Mushrooms, notoriously difficult ingredients, yet if cooked correctly, they transform into gourmet materials even in the Tower. This dish is a masterpiece, crafted without a single mistake throughout the process. The leaves were folded in four directions so that the sauce wouldnt spill. There was a delicate consideration for those who would eat it. Silvia, who was helping with the cooking, was struck with amazement beyond the mere surprise. She began to doubt whether the one before her, who showed excellent skill inbat, musical instruments, and now cooking, was truly human. He really is remarkable. This mushroom was thought to be impossible to cook Initially, when he said hed cook Sour Mushrooms, she thought it was a joke. Who would agree to eat something poisonous? But those concerns melted away as Jinhyuk grasped the knife. It was the realm of art. The situation was just as perplexing for Ellis. Hmm. Even the personal chefs of the nobles havent managed to handle that Ellis, one of the Towers absolute beings, had seen and experienced innumerable things. Yet, none of them managed to sessfully detoxify sour mushrooms. I knew hisbat skills were outrageous, but hes great with instruments and cooking as well. A slight twist formed at the corner of Elliss mouth. Indeed. Thinking back, agreeing to a contract with Jinhyuk was a choice with no regrets. Well, of course, if hes my contractor, he must be at this level. Yes, thats right. He had to be the strongest among humans to match with her. Ellis nodded contentedly. After exerting a great deal of magic power on this asion, she had nned to extract a generous amount of blood from Jinhyuk. However, seeing him gain everyones recognition, she even considered being a bit gentler to him. At the same time. Jinhyuk tilted his head, sensing an inexplicable chill. As the night deepened, the boisterous festival quietened down. Most had fallen asleep right where theyy. Only a few rangers remained, dozing off while keeping watch. Of course, they wouldntst long either. As dawn approached and the boundaries between night and morning blurred, Jinhyuk woke Ellis. Uh Huh? Ellis slowly opened her half-closed eyes, then, realizing who had awakened her, jolted up in surprise. Whats this? Youre not telling me to start preparing ingredients at this time, are you? What time is it now Its 4 AM. Jinhyuk smiled and added another line. Whether its humans or elves, its the best time for them to let their guard down. Let their guard down? Yes. Actually, our sweet potato caused a little trouble. So we better slip away before were noticed, once daylight breaks, the chances of getting caught increase. Kyle Kyle Goguma, the sweet potato beside Jinhyuk, tried desperately to make its case. Its yellow eyes blinked incessantly. However, Jinhyuk coldly ignored the pitiful defiance. Although it was true he disabled the barrier allowing Goguma to steal the fangs and mrs of the cave, that was justying the groundwork. Ultimately, Goguma was the one who took out the relic. Shh! Kyle Kyle Since nobody could speak thenguage of the ancient species, this incident would forever be buried like a secret. What if we get caught by the elves while sneaking out? You said their pursuit is tenacious, didnt you? Dont worry about that. Thats why I added lots of vegetables and herbs that induce deep sleep tost nights food. The mountain lettuce and the five-colored leafmon in the Elf Forest. All are ingredients used to alleviate insomnia. With the skill Otherworldly Diner amplifying the effects of each ingredient, the elves would not wake up from dreand until the sun was well risen. Amazing. So, you treated the elves generously just to enable a perfect crime? Hmm The original intention wasnt that, but to really try our best. Things had somehow taken this turn. Let me make it clear again, its not my fault. We ended up like this because I had to cover for our cuties mistake. Ha. No matter how you look at it, it seems more like something youd do, but its meaningless to argue now. Yeah, something like that. Anyway, thats the end of the festival for us. Soe into the ring, Ill let you see the outside againter. Got it. Its a shame, but we have no choice. Ellis took onest look around. She couldntin as her manifestation outside would consume too much power. But even this brief moment was to be cherished. However, it was only for a short while. [The Ring of Braham absorbs the bound soul.] Elliss form disappeared. It was time to go. Jinhyuk cautiously moved forward. Lets meet again. He lightly greeted Sylvia the low-ranking ranger and Elder Fenheim who were still sleeping, and also showed respect to Teslon, still donned in an unbelievably urate cosy. Even he, the icy elf, didnt seem all that bad anymore. With that farewell, Jinhyuk said goodbye to the elves he had been with for so long. Once he left the festival area, his pace quickened. Considering the possibility of a pursuing squad catching up, he had to get as far away as possible. Using the Sword Demon Sovereigns Step, the scenery around him changed in an instant. Toeuk Tap! At the moment his foot touched a branch, he darted towards the next tree Naturally, he was fast. How long had he run with all his might? Finally, he reached the outer boundary of the forest. This was where the elves would give up the chase. In other words, he was nowpletely safe. Then, Ellis spoke up. [But are you sure about leaving things like this? If the Central Continent Guildes back here, the elves wont have a way to stop them, right?] Ho. Pointing to a sharp aspect of the situation. They wouldnt take it lightly after such a big loss. If they brooded over revenge and even involved Wulin, it would be troublesome. With the current power of the elves, it would be impossible to stop them. Eventually, the same tragedy would repeat itself. But Jinhyuk had anticipated all these possibilities. After the battle, he had devised a way to protect this ce and had already prepared. Watch this. With a sly smile, Jinhyuk snapped his fingers. Snap! That instant. [8-star barrier Great Fortress is activated!] [3-star barrier Dimensional Severance is activated!] [3-star barrier Qi Men Dun Jia unfolds!] Along with the blue status window, a massive magic circle spread across the ground. A colossal barrier epassing the entire forest, the result of three weeks of extensive work, began to exert its power. Whether its Central Continent or Wulin, they cant underestimate this ce. Even if Namgung Cheon himself came, it would be futile. I will make sure to protect whats mine. In the Cathedral of Hatred within the Towers third floor. Currently, more than thirty Mages are gathered, engaged in a serious conversation. Damn it. What the hell happened? Suddenly the 11th floor opened. Unknown That damned guy. Everything he does just seems to sprinkle chili powder on our issues. An unexpected event, but we need to develop a response n. Comining wont solve anything. Shut up! Do you think wereining because we dont know that? Its because theres no solution! Theres no solution! We cant lose the relic just like that. If we keep disappointing him, were all going to die horribly! Indeed. The reason for the heated discussion was the sudden opening of the 11th floor, which exposed its hidden relic to potential seizure. The problem was that only Unknown, who had defeated the 10th floors boss monster, and the yers with his permission could enter. This is getting troublesome. One of the senior officials of the Mages Assembly and a member of the Round Table, a Ranker known by the alias Lancelot, frowned and mused. We cant possibly tter Unknown now. To move carefully from the 7th to the 9th floor would take far too long. It would still be impossible even now that the 10th floors boss has fallen. The relic on the 11th floor would only appear for exactly one week after the floors opening before moving to a higher floor, so theres no time to spare. Havent seen a situation get tangled up like this. Just as Hosenville sighed, something happened. Paztz An alien magic power was perceived at the entrance of the cathedral. A magic filled with profound disquiet that no one here could feel, except Lancelot, who detected the faint trace. Could it be? Hosenvilles eyes narrowed. Something approached. And it was approaching very quickly. Chapter 128: Veteran Corporation Shareholders’ Meeting (Part 1) Chapter 128: Veteran Corporation Shareholders Meeting (Part 1) Chapter 128. Veteran Corporation Shareholders Meeting (Part 1) Yawning stretched through the air. Damn. This is ridiculously boring. The guardians minding the entrance to the cathedral had faced extended tedium. It was a location notorious for its abundance of traps, effectively leaving it devoid of yer activity. Moreover, with the upper floors of the tower being continuously unlocked, major guilds diverted their focus to exploring the unknown dungeons and mazes on the fourth and fifth floors. Then, without warning A red spark flickered in the darkness. Someone had arrivedand done so without making a sound. Normally, such silent navigation through the traps would warrant attention. However, the guards, dulled by weeks of monotony, overlooked the significance. A rare guest, I see. Come on out. No point in hiding your magic power; well find you anyway! With steel shing and swift movements, the guards drew their weapons. Sharp des pointed outward. Heh, loyal soldiers, indeed. Fools, baring their fangs without knowing their ce, remarked a strikingly beautiful man and woman, both with long silver hair and crimson eyes. Their chilling aura was enough to send shivers down ones spine. The mans eyebrows furrowed into a scowl. They seemed irritated by the weapons aimed at them. Skipping the formalities? No need to exin to these trifles. As the cold words echoed, a rapier was unsheathed. From the de, adorned with a unique pattern, emerged a blood-red aura. Well, killing a few should lure out the one in charge, remarked the female nonchntly without intervention. What rubbish do these insignificant creatures babble about? Cant they see theyre outnumbered? Start by taking an arm each; then, lock them up like pigs! And try not to kill any by mistake. I insist on seeing these two beg for mercy. About twenty guardians charged in, spewing curses as they advanced. Yet, their efforts were in vain. Not a single blow reached the silver-haired man. Instead, the dyed gleam of his de was followed by thin sprays of blood. There were only the chilling sounds of flesh being carved. Rather than simply stabbing, the guardians found fist-sized holes punctured through their heartsevery single one without exception. Unable to even react, let alone see the attacksing, twenty guardians crumbled where they stood. The man leisurely licked the blood from his sword, savoring its vor with eyes softly shut. However, his expression soon twisted with disgust. Ugh, fitting of lowly humans to have such cheap blood. Even creatures like these are better than livestock, but humans with truly delicious blood are so hard to find, they mused, as if at a gourmet review. Another voice interjected at that moment: How regretful A smooth reply followed as Hosenbelt emerged from the shadows. Oh, shadow transfer, eh? Its quite useful. Seems like youre the one in charge here, the mans red eyes shimmered, indicating his surprise. Such stealth in using a transfer skill was rare. Well, yes, you could say that. But what brings the nobles of the night to such depths? Surely, you havente to pick a fight with just the two of you? Hosenbelts tone was pleasant, showing no sign of tension despite being aware of the power his guests held. He maintained hisposure, a rare sight these days. The vampires seemed to appreciate this ease, dissipating the murderous intent they had raised. Instead of being offended by Hosenbelts demeanor, they found it appealing. The two vampires who arrived were no ordinary hounds but skilled hunters. We have no intention to fight, confirmed Hosenbelt, dissipating the power he had gathered as well. The tension eased, and the vampires spoke: We serve Lord Amulram from the Decaserus family. A prisoner managed to escape detention on the first floor, causing us to descend here. They shared their reason foring and continued: Faint rumors reach us about relics being gathered. Specifically, relics from the eleventh floor. Oh, dont be rmed. We have no interest in your congregations relics. Rather, wevee with a proposal: help us, and in return, we shall grant you your desires. The two vampires made a significant offer. Hosenbelts lips curled into a curious smile. Thats quite the interesting offer. *** Ny days had passed since the sixth floor opened, with the seventh floor now essible. A week had passed since then when an announcement was made: [The Veteran Corporations shareholder meeting will be held shortly. All employees involved should gather at the Turtle Rock behind Moon Lake on the first floor of the Trial Tower by 14:00.] [If you decide to ignore this message, we wille to find you, and should you dare ignore us Well, you might want to watch your step at night. Heh.] A polite and courteous notification was sent out to those marked with the Soulbound Mark either enved or owing a significant debt to Jinhyuk. As six hours passed, the time approached 2:00 PM. People, both men and women, began to gather one by one near Turtle Rock behind Moon Lake. Jinhyuk, already waiting, opened his arms in wee. Thank you, everyone, for being punctual. Youve saved me the trouble of seeking you out! He was prepared to punish even a seconds tardiness with meticulous penalties, but to his disappointment, everyone honored their appointed time. What have you done to umte so many ves? Melena, one of the previously infamous guardians, sighed. Even she, once feared, couldnt help feeling sympathetic, given the number of yers who had experienced Jinhyuks wrath. Jinhyuk suggested they introduce themselves to foster familiarity among those less acquainted. First up Park Hana, an early employee now excluded due to the ck Crow Guilds fall. Then Ho Tae-sik, a junior employee at the Awakener Association and the second shareholder. This is Ho Tae-sik from the Awakener Associations HR department. Nice to meet you all. Next to him were a man and woman also connected to the central national museum, Min Jeong-Woo and Lee Yurivolunteers who fervently wished to be here despite not bearing the mark. Those damn maps and masks kept me up all night. Can you just let us go, please? People can choose to leave thepany, of course, Jinhyuk responded. Really? they asked hopefully. Yes! I want out! Please, let me go! Well, if they were that desperate You could leave with a small severance if you die. Shall I proceed with that? Jinhyuk toyed with a newly acquired toothed dagger from his spatial inventory. A pang of regret surfaced at the thought of possibly overying his hand at the Grey Temple but quickly dissipated. Everyone faces their share of bitterness in life after all. Were good! Ill staymitted! they hastily affirmed, reassured there were no further resignations. Jinhyuk introduced Kim Hee-Woong from the ck Crow Guild and others, including Melena from the Main Associationan entity universally seen as humanitys foe. The atmosphere tensed at the mention, but the attendants quickly recalibrated, considering Jinhyuks unpredictable nature. But the revtion of Andria, one of the fifth-floor boss monsters, attending the meeting plunged the gathered group into disarray. Confusion and fear skyrocketed, echoing the question: What kind ofpany is this? With introductions out of the way, Jinhyuk pped his hands, ready tomence the long-awaited shareholders meeting. Chapter 129: Veteran Corporation Shareholders’ Meeting (2) Chapter 129: Veteran Corporation Shareholders Meeting (2) Chapter 129: Veteran Corporation Shareholders Meeting (2) The phrasing may sound grandiose, but the actual content of the shareholders meeting is rather simple. I would like you all to report any information youve acquired while in the tower, as well as any trends in your respective areas. Although everyone here had pledged loyalty or was being forced to obey through the Soul Branding, the n was to conduct individual interviews. Building walls of information between them would serve as an advantageous strategy going forward. Too much shared information among the subordinates can lead to unnecessary thoughts, he reasoned. If their stomachs and backs are warm, they might start having misceneous ideas: About thepanys welfare programs, Or the sries of the colleagues next to them. And so on. This could lead to dangerously bothersome and malicious gossip. To prevent all this, the solution was to iste each person thoroughly. If they believe they are the mostpetent, that they are the most useful among their peers, And if you can instigate envy and jealousy among them Only then can you create a perfect, controlled society. Hehe. I must thoroughly exploit them while theyre still breathing, just like how King Sejong the Great utilized Chancellor Hwang Hui. Jinhyuk prepared a spot under the rock formation, where he fetched a couple of wide stones to serve as chairs and brewed some tea with the grass plucked from the surroundings. That should suffice; with these amenities, the gathering wouldnt envy a luxurious reception at a major corporations shareholders meeting. [A 2-star barrier Dimensional Istion is activated!] The barrier not only isted vision but also sound, creating an encapsted world. Soon after, the first participant, Ho Taesik, entered the barrier, looking extremely nervous as ifing for a job interview. Skip the small talk and just tell me the important stuff. What has been happening at the Awakened Associationtely? Uh, recently, Chairman Hansangjin had his birthday. His birthday? Jinhyuk frowned slightly. What does that have to do with anything? Should I congratte him with a birthday bash or something? Thats it? No, no! Of course not! This is some prime information With the emergence of the Trial Tower, the property prices in the Gangnam Seocho area are expected to surge. With yers flocking from across the country, the demand for real estate is booming. If you wish, I can give you insights into areas ripe for redevelopment Oh boy. Now a public servant is leaking insider information for real estate spection? Does he want a pleasant tax audit sometime soon? Hmm. So far, the information isnt really of high quality. Our dear deputy manager Ho Taesik might need to consider resigning soon. Company cutbacks may be necessary due to recent shaky performance. With this, Ho Taesiks tone changed dramatically. W-wait a minute! The 7th floor! The 7th floor? Yes Yes! Recently, Jang Eunseok, who leads the Dangun Guilds second assault team, is tackling the 7th floor. The progress is slow due to severe cold. Theres something about a feather that can resist the cold if obtained Feathers? Could it be? Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. Oh. This is finally a piece of useful information. Theyre trying to acquire a Phoenix feather to offset the 7th floors cold. A feather that raises body temperature through the blessing of mes would indeed aid an assault team in extreme cold. The Dangun Guild has set their sights on the northern region of the 7th floor. It seems the guild reputed as Koreas strongest does have significant information about conquering the 7th floor. Plus, if its Jang Eunseok Jinhyuk had encountered him before. The yer who was in the middle of a debate about the 4th floor with an announcer. The one I startled with a sudden zombie wave. Out of all the high-rankers, to choose him as the raid captain So thats what theyre aiming for. This is getting interesting. While Jinhyuk had no grudge against Dangun, he couldnt ignore a feastid out before him; it would only be polite to partake. He began to envision a strategy, considering all variables, recalling his memories of the 7th floor, assessing the current level of the Dangun Guild, and ways to obtain the Phoenix feather painting it all onto a mental canvas. The next person was Takeshi. Seeing him after a long time was quite Ohhhh! To be called upon by the most noble existence in the tower, its truly an infinite honor! Damn, forget what I just said. Could, could you please stop talking? His oddly ttering jargon was making him furious. Ahem! My apologies. Now, Im assuming youve secured what I asked for from the temple? Of course! How could I dare fail the request of such a person? Takeshi carefully activated his spatial inventory, and what revealed itself in the midst of a brilliant mist was a sword imbued with enigmatic energy. A symmetrical de, the edges tinged with white. Despite the ancient vibe the metal sword exuded, its sharpness was far from worn out. No surprise, really, as this sword, known as the Heavenly Cloud Sword, was one of Japans treasured artifacts. With my Twin Dragon Swords and Fang, I doubt Ill need it but it will hold its own in an exchange for another item of simr grade. Jinhyuk had an item in mind that he wanted desperately, one that was not obtainable through ordinary means. Thank you. Ill make good use of it. His gratitude was genuine. If he had actually taken Takeshis life at the temple, it would have been a regrettable loss. Alright. Next is After sending Takeshi off, Jinhyuk called in MIn Jungwoo and Lee Yoori, who were waiting outside, and received several useful pieces of information, along with the usual trivial chatter. Then Kim Heeung reported on the ck Crow Guilds operations. Andria also discussed matters rted to the 5th floors Mental Ward. We managed to hold the Colosseum and mines, but were still intact. Thanks to this, yers are hesitant to enter the Mental Ward. Thats good to hear. Certainly, as a boss monster, Andria had grown iparably stronger than before, much aided by Elises various advice. If Andria continues to fortify her territory like this and expand her influence, she might eventually exert her influence beyond the 5th floor to much higher levels. Still far from the level Im aiming for, though. Indeed. Not just struggling on single-digit floors, but a force to be reckoned with in the higher sections of the tower. Thats why he entrusted the 5th floor to Andria. Thank you for making the journey. Lets meet again another time. Oh, no. You gave me a second life, Jinhyuk. I muste whenever you call. Andria bowed respectfully. How wonderful If someone in that ring, cohabiting a small room, could see this. To be in the same category as a tower boss, yet be so utterly different. [What! You just insulted me!] Right on cue, the vibrations from Brahms ring reflected his indignation. Pretending not to hear, Jinhyuk shoved his hand into his pocket with the ring on. Was this creature practicing some sort of attention-seeking magic? It seemed to be getting shrewder by the minute. A few minutester, thest participant, Melena, entered the room. With a frozen expression as if stiffened with nervousness, Melena regarded Jinhyuk with a fear greater than any other being, especially after her harrowing experiences on the 3rd floor. To top it off, she was also marked with the Soul Branding, leaving her practically immobilized. Haha. Dont be so nervous. Please, take a seatfortably. Theres also tea avable, even if its a bit bitter, but its quite drinkable. It might contain a trace of poison, but that was just a guess. Thank you. Melena cautiously took her seat. When she first arrived here, she thought she had somewhat recovered from her painful experiences. But upon facing Jinhyuk, she shivered like a mouse before a snake. Trauma, once experienced, isnt easily healed. Now that the hierarchy was clearly established, Jinhyuk got to the point. Any significant recent movements among the Myriad group? For several past months, he had been too upied with the Chinese and Murim sects, anxiously sharpening his focus since the skirmish at the Elven vige. Actually, theres something I needed to tell you. Some from the upper levels of the tower have visited our location. The upper levels? Im not sure exactly which floor. But they were silver-haired, red-eyed vampires. They were terrifyingly strong. I couldnt imagine the Myriad warriors we meticulously trained getting wiped out so easily. Silver hair. Red eyes. Vampires. As these three keywords formed a single notion in Jinhyuks mind, his pupils dted with astonishment. This revtion was bound to be shocking. The meaning implied by those traits was clear. A violent reaction erupted from Elises pouch, fiercer than before. Understood, but please wait a moment. He needed to stay calm. He wasnt privy to all the information yet. It was a two-person team, a man and a woman. They imed to be from the Decaruss n. Decaruss. Jinhyuks expression hardened. Please continue. They barged right into our cathedral with an offer. If we helped them, they would give us the relic we sought. The Bracelet of the Renegade from the 11th floor Yes, that one. Our higher-ups are eager to acquire that bracelet. And what do the vampires want in return? That was the most important question for Jinhyuk. Then, she said They mentioned that a criminal from their n who was sealed in a ruin has escaped. They need the help of the Myriads to catch him. The name was something like El ress, no, Elise? Something like that? The familiar name fell from Melenas lips. Of course. As suspected, if there was a reason for the upper tower vampires to descend here, it had to be Elise. Thats quite the valuable information. Among all the information gathered today, this was the most significant. The decision to hold a shareholders meeting to listen to the stories of various factions was, in retrospect, a wise choice. The Phoenix Feather on the 7th floor, the Renegades Bracelet on the 11th, and now, members of the Decaruss n. Future ns are now being determined. Before you go, can I ask one thing? Melena hesitated as she stood up. Absolutely. I very much prefer active participants here. When you say shareholders meeting we hold rights within thepany, right? With growthes dividends, and if something goes wrong or were being exploited, as shareholders, we can voice concerns, cant we? Melena inquired cautiously. Indeed. Shareholders own thepany. In other words, theyre in a position to pressurize management. Yes, everyone here is indeed a rightful part of thepany. Youre most wee to assert your rights and raise your voice for the welfare of thepany. Jinhyuk didnt deny this. However Ourpany isnt exactly close to thew. Its fine to harbor grievances. But keep them to yourself. If you so much as hint at dissatisfaction, youll be crushed on the spot. That was the founding principle of Veteran Corporation and the policy they would follow into the future. Chapter 130: The Tundra, the Freezing Land (1) Chapter 130: The Tundra, the Freezing Land (1) The seventh floor didnt have any boss monsters. Starting at the beginning and reaching the end was all it would take to unlock the eighth floor. Simply put, all one had to do was toplete the course for it to be recognized as a clear. Of course, that sounded deceivably easy, but due to the extremely harsh environment, a significant amount of time and sacrifice was needed to conquer this level. And now, at the moment The Dan-Gun Guild, which had been stuck at the ice-covered sea for days on end, was in serious spirits. Damn it. So were blocked off by the eastern sea as well? The man who cursed was Jang Eun-Seok, a high-ranking member of the Dan-Gun Guild. Eun-Seok, a top-ranking yer whod proven his worth on numerous asions, was now gued by the current predicament in front of him. Yes. It seems very likely that it will be difficult. Haah for now, lets just report on the current situation. We need to see just how crappy things are. Upon Jang Eun-Seoksmand, a middle-aged man spread out a sheet of paper on the table. It was a magic scroll that recorded the guilds real-time situation. The yers health status, food supplies, and other crucial items were listed in a row. The wind is too strong and humid to make fire easily. Those with me-based magic are squeezing out their mana as much as they can, but It was a temporary fix. After all, the mana each person can wield is limited. Food procurement isnt going smoothly either. A woman with long hair added her remark. On the seventh floor, one could not use supplies or items rted to battle except from other floors or from outside the tower. This meant everything had to be self-sustained here. This implied that they had to consider cold survival essentials as part of the raid. Movement is also limited due to frostbite. Catching a cold is the least of our worries. At this rate, there might even be casualties. Hypothermia cases keep popping up. One bad news after another followed. The raid team wasposed mainly of those who had some experience in clearing the seventh floor. However, the gap between their sufficiently grown past selves within the games standards and their current underdeveloped state, where they were seeking a shortcut for the initial clear, was simply too wide. Much wider than expected. Boom! Jang Eun-Seok mmed the table hard. Snow piled upon the table scattered all around. So whats with all theints? Are you saying we should just acknowledge our failure and turn back? His voice was filled with anger. Eun-Seok swept his chilling gaze across the room, making those who met his gaze flinch. Although the Tower of Trials had been conquered up to the sixth floor, the Dan-Gun Guild had never seeded in being the first to conquer any floor within their six chances. At best, they were mere participants in other guilds sesses. It was far too shabby a record for a guild reputed as one of Koreas seven best. And now, to give up when the guild internally called for self-purification! Moreover, werent the Feathers of the Phoenix said to be the key for the seventh floors strategy right across that sea? With just one more step to reach their goal, Eun-Seok nned on proceeding with the raid by any means necessary. But, theres no way to cross the sea. We cant cut down the trees in the forest, as you know. And if we try to cross it bare-bodied, wed have to worry about the sea temperature and getting eaten by sea creatures. The strategic team provided an objective assessment. Of course, Eun-Seok wasnt the type to ept that. So, didnt I ask you to find that solution? Excuse me? Didnt you hear? I asked whether all of you, with your high sries and incentives, cant evene up with one solution. Thats a bit harsh Cough! Be quiet. As a female yer tried to express her discontent, the middle-aged man quickly intervened. Following the captains words, well find a way. However, depending on the situation, please consider the possibility of giving up on the initial strategy and preparing for a prolonged battle. Focus solely on finding a way for now. Put aside any thoughts of n B in case of failure. The discussion ended there. Everyone began to get up and went off to perform their assigned roles. But just then Ca-Captain! I think you need toe out and see this! Off in the distance, someone called out urgently for Jang Eun-Seok. At the same time, a very familiar yer approached the guilds encampment. The cold here is seriously fierce. Jin-Hyuk whistled to himself as he surveyed the frozen tundra. The wind felt like a cold de cutting through the air. Even though he was wrapped inyers of magical protection, it was hard to bear. Naturally, for lower-level yers, every minute and second here must feel like hell. It wasnt for nothing that this floor didnt have any boss monsters. Without one, the floor itself was already the ultimate obstacle threatening survival. Despite this, theyre still managing to look like a top guild, more or less. Some of the yers were quite high-leveled. The bnce within the raid team was also well managed. While Jin-Hyuk was evaluating the Dan-Gun Guilds camp, Jang Eun-Seok and a few other yers approached him. Hello What brings yer Kang Jin-Hyuk here? His greeting was casually dismissed. Jang Eun-Seok directly demanded a reason, his question dripping with suspicion. I heard there was some trouble with conquering the seventh floor, so I decided to take a look. Seems like youre really struggling with the cold, indeed. Thank you for your consideration, but your help isnt needed. We are perfectly capable of handling the strategy ourselves. Eun-Seok set boundaries sharply. It was a polite way of telling him offif it were someone else, they might have been told off in rather harsher terms. However, Jin-Hyuk made an innocent face and blinked his eyes. Huh? I never said I was here to help. What are you Im actually interested in the Feathers of the Phoenix. Thats all Im saying. Think about it logically. Who, in their right mind, woulde to this freezing ce just to help others? If I were that kind of a saint, I would be working for UNICEF, not in the Tower of Trials. As his true intent surfaced, Eun-Seoks face stiffened. Are you saying that you want to invade the area weve secured? Funny. How can you talk about securing the area when the seventh floor just opened? If I didnt know any better, Id think the entire world belongs to the Dan-Gun Guild. After Jin-Hyuk finished speaking, he suddenly pointed up to the sky. Wow! Look, a bird from the Dan-Gun Guild is flying over there. I guess Ill have to apologize if the oxygen I just breathed belongs to Dan-Gun Guild too? This is a provocation. Its fairpetition. The tension between them was palpable. But Eun-Seok couldnt go any further in this confrontation. The opponent was not just any yerit was Jin-Hyuk. Fine. Whoever gets hold of the Feathers of the Phoenix first shall have the right to it. Eventually, Eun-Seok took a step back. Does that mean its okay for me to join the Dan-Gun Guilds raid party? As long as you dont interfere, its fine to grant you a corner of our premises. But if you break this agreement, then you must leave this ce. Good. With the raid leaders permission secured, it was time for action. Then, Ill be in your care for the next few days. Jin-Hyuk smiled faintly. Jin-Hyuk quickly moved on. His destination was the forest on theplete opposite side of the sea, an area overgrown with coniferous trees. There are still people guarding it. He could see five yers gathered at the entrance of the forest. In truth, they were more like frozen rabbits than guards to Jin-Hyuks eyes. As he approached, the other yers took notice of his presence. Therge man hurriedly started to speak. This area is off-limits But he couldnt finish his sentence. The moment he saw Jin-Hyuks face, his eyes widened as if they werenterns. Wha-? Kang Jin-Hyuk? Is it really him? Why here? They all eximed in surprise. They never expected to encounter such a person of interest in a ce like this. I have some business deep inside the forest. Of course, Ive already received permission from Raid-Leader Jang Eun-Seok. They said not to interfere, but never said where not to go. This is why one should be clear and precise in the Koreannguage. Yet the mention of entering the forest gave rise to unexpected turmoil. No, please dont! This forest of all ces Thats right. Its too dangerous. Were not controlling ess for nothing. If its food youre looking for, its better to try by the seaside. Im telling you this sincerely for your sake, yer Kang. Please dont take it lightly. Their voices trembled. Their eyes had gone cold. Their faces were thoroughly gripped with fear. Considering they belonged to one of the seven guilds, the Dan-Gun Guild, their reactions seemed excessively fearful. Even after reaching the sixth floor and gaining some experience, theyre still so petrified, huh? Jin-Hyuk smirked. Well, he understood. The creatures lurking in the forest were obnoxious enough to make even top A-rank yers groan in annoyance. Still, stepping into the forest was the best course of action to get the Feathers of the Phoenix. There were also a few suspicious points that could only be rified by going in. Dont worry. I can manage on my own. Jin-Hyuk shrugged and headed deeper into the forest. Although snow reached up to his thighs, he walked lightly over it, almost not touching the ground. For someone who had mastered Sword Demon Emperors Step to a certain extent, this was easier than breathing. Whish. And just like that, Jin-Hyuk disappeared into the forest. No, he shouldnt have Damn, what do we do? We need to report this. Its not like we can stop the ranker with our power. The higher-ups will understand. What is he thinking? That forest is too much for an S-rank to handle alone They were worriedunderstandably so. After arriving here, they had sent several squads into the forest in search of food, firewood, and lumber to construct a raft. But not a single person returned alive. Whether A or B rank, regardless of numbers, the result was the same. Everyone who entered vanished without a trace, effectively hijacked. Finally, Jang Eun-Seok had forbidden ess to the forest and was searching for other ways to cross the sea. And now, at this very moment, Jin-Hyuk had entered that forest. If only they had the power, they would have stopped him. But it was toote for regrets. He must return safely. As these thoughts circted among them, a loud noise came from the side. What are you doing standing around! Whats the n for letting him go in there? Hearing the report from therge man, Jang Eun-Seok yelled out in anger. His red-hot face showed he was clearly incensed. That thats Follow him right now. Huh? yer Kang Jin-Hyuk said earlier he came here to get the feathers. In other words, the way to cross the sea is somewhere in that forest. Eun-Seok didnt know what it was, but one thing was certain: the solution was in the forest. So Chase him immediately. Well also form a team and join you soon. With those final words, Eun-Seok terminated themunication unterally. The remaining five yers were left alone, with dry swallowing noises audible in the tension. Enter that ce? Into the forest? Whooosh! A blizzard whipped up within the forest. The footprints where Jin-Hyuk had walked had almost entirely faded. If they were to follow, they needed to act now. Not long after entering the forest, Jin-Hyuk found himself scrutinizing a giant rock, and a curious spark flickered in his eyes. As I suspected, this is what caused all the trouble. Now he understood why the Dan-Gun Guild had failed. It made sense. Jin-Hyuk looked up at the rock. And there, he saw it. Chapter 131: The 7th Floor, The Tundra of Harsh Cold (2) Chapter 131: The 7th Floor, The Tundra of Harsh Cold (2) Red markings carved into a rock. They were the signs left by the Ice Troll tribe of the snowy ins. As I thought, it was these guys. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. Originally, the Ice Trolls were supposed to be located at Baeksan to the west of the 7th floor, not here. However, those creatures had expanded their territory, all the way to this location. Its not just because their poption has increased. Jinhyuks gaze returned once again to the markings. He noticed the Ice Trolls unique mask painting. Sure, it wasnt a big deal. Such symbols weremon among the numerous troll tribes in the tower. The problem was the shape of the marking. Three red lines at the top of the mask. In other words. That pattern is only used when the greatest warrior of the tribe emerges. Namely, the birth of a named-level entity. If the whole Dangun Guild could be wiped out by such a being, it was undoubtedly a powerful warrior. Perhaps even stronger than they could imagine. It was then. Jinhyuk sensed something. It would take more time to reach this ce, but it wouldnt be long before it appeared. It wasnt the trolls. Considering the amount of magic power, the direction and the numbers, it was likely the yers who had been guarding the entrance earlier. And as to confirm his suspicion. A momentter, five men and women trudged through the snow. Oh, I cant feel my arms and legs Ah! We found it! Kang Jinhyuk yer! Phew. I really thought I was going to die. Lucky that we met so quickly. Their faces were pale blue, trembling, showing how much they struggled to get here. And with this temperature, even just standing would rapidly drain ones stamina. Jinhyuk had a guess as to why these people hade here, but He pretended not to know and joked instead. I heard you shouldnt go into the forest, what brings you to such a deep ce? Haha. Well We didnt want toe either, but we couldnt just send yer Kang Jinhyuk here alone. The least we needed was someone to guide the way. Not sure who was guiding whom. I feel like I would find my way better even if I drank three bottles of soju. But they came at not such a bad time. If these people were here, it meant that the main assault team of the Dangun Guild would also be heading deep into the forest. Perfect. I have something to talk about, but before that, we all need to warm up. Seeing the flickering consciousness from hypothermia, it seemed the condition was worse than he expected. If this continued, they might end up shooting a Frozen Kingdom with ice sculptures? Jinhyuk activated Fire Element. re up! A fireball the size of a ser ball ignited, and the snow began to melt instantly. A space enough for a few people to rest was formed between the piles of snow. Good. Now it was time for cier Sculpting. Jinhyuk moved his hand lightly. Sizzle A thin ice barrierpletely enveloped the yers. An igloo-shaped structure. Although not a cozy shelter, it was a temporary dwelling that could block the harsh wind. My goodness To perform magic chaining so smoothly Thank you. As expected, its reassuring to have an S-ranking yer. Its gotten so much warmer. Gasps of admiration escaped from everyones lips. The temperature had risen by more than 10 degrees, after all. Now their skin had begun to regain color. Thank you. We got a chance to catch our breath because of you, yer Kang Jinhyuk. I am Kwak Daeho. Kwak Daeho introduced himself briefly. An affable impression in his early 30s, which was quite memorable. [Kwak Daeho, 33 years old.] [Unique Ability: .] [Skills: .] No need to enumerate the attributes in the status window. Around B-grade, with no unique abilities or skills that caught his attention. All were merely inferior to the skills he already possessed. The others were of an average level too. Nutritionally worthless friends, indeed. Jinhyuk withdrew The Eyes of Gluttony and moved on to the main point. The gratitude is enough. Instead, please tell me, how far is the Dangun Guild from here? Eh? What do you mean by that. Kwak Daeho looked startled, then trailed off. Anyway, why are they all socking in acting skills? Old foxes like Rick managed to keep their true feelings hidden at least. I have a rough idea of whats happening. You were sent here to stop me from getting the Phoenix Feather first, am I right? Squad Leader Jang Eunseok probably pushed you toe here unwillingly. And you, being at the bottom, had no choice in the matter. . When hit on the mark, Kwak Daeho mped his mouth shut. Im not trying to say anything to you folks. Actually, a more troublesome issue has cropped up. Troublesome issue? Yes. Do you see that tree over there? Jinhyuk pointed towards the same tree from before. Everyones gaze followed his finger. Theres a weird pattern on it. Looks like some kind of tribal mask from Africa. Its a marking used by Ice Trolls. Seeing the de marks added at the top of the mask, it must be from the Frost de tribe trolls. Ah, Ice Trolls Now I get it. Monsters known to be the most violent in the 7th floor. They lived inmunities and their intelligence also belonged to the upper sector, making them extremely difficult to deal with. Their individualbat power goes without saying. Kwak Daeho and the other yers might not have known the type of tribe or markings, but they were well aware of how tricky the trolls could be. Is this their territory? Yes, it seems theyve expanded their territory a bit. Probably thanks to a big victory in fights against other species around here. As Jinhyuk exined, the one female yer who had been quiet interjected. Then, shouldnt we hurry back? As weve been doing so far, well control ess and not encroach on their territory, and there should be no problems. A rational suggestion. The Dangun Guild continued to die because they recklessly tread into this forest. In other words, as long as they didnt approach thend of those creatures, they wouldnt be risking their lives. But. No. The problem is a bit moreplicated than that. Jinhyuk shook his head. Creatures capable of forming a tribe with that level of intelligence wont just sit still when left alone. In fact, in the past Tower of Trial, once such a force was established, the monsters chose one of two options. They would either greatly expand their territory and covet another floor of the tower. Or. Turn their eyes outside the tower. One of the two incidents was bound to happen. The Phoenix Feather is also one of the materials to open the gate. In other words, what they are after is not the 8th floor, but the outside of the tower. A phenomenon known as the outbreak. In the past, Amsterdam in the Nethends was nearly turned into an inferno because of a simr event, even though it was much weaker gnomes and goblins that emerged. Even then, the damage was so great it was hard to quantify. What more when this time its the much higher ranked Ice Trolls? It could lead to an unpredictable number of casualties. America, Europe, China, India, Africa, Korea, Japan. Its uncertain where the outbreak might ur. Nor is there much time left. As Jinhyuk described the situation, the faces of the five turned ashen. They realized the gravity of the situation. Since it wasing from an S-rank, they couldnt dismiss it lightly. Then, it happened. Jinhyuk sensed something else. A different kind of magic power than before. Light footsteps skimming over the snow and stable breathing were perceivable. The sounds of footsteps grew louder, and the yers inside the igloo became aware of an approaching entity. Its from our side Shush! Jinhyuk quickly silenced them. In his hand, he grasped a dagger emitting a green light. The Fang of Pentagris obtained from the Elf Vige. Is it an enemy? Kwak Daeho swallowed hard. Probably. A confirmation. With that word, the atmosphere inside shifted drastically. The fight was imminent, and hearts began pumping blood throughout their bodies rapidly. And at that moment. Whoosh! There was a sound like the wind being split and a 2-meter spear flew in. Boom! Boom! Boom! Spears half-buried in the ice wall. It was a javelin throw. Powerful enough to prate even the temporary wall of cier sculpting. But before anyone had the time to be surprised, more spears continuously battered the wall. Bang! Crash! Cracks spread along the wall. It wouldnt hold much longer. In a few more strikes, the spears would reach the yers inside. Get out and find cover! Were sitting ducks here! Kwak Daeho quickly gave orders. Damn it! Hayoung, drink a potion and prepare a spell immediately. Well counterattack as soon as we find the enemys location! Okay! They dashed out of the igloo and formed a formation, disying the readiness befitting a group from the Dangun Guild. Whooosh! A fierce blizzard raged. Something seemed to stir between the trees, but it was hard to pinpoint exactly due to the limited visibility. At least for Kwak Daeho and the other yers. Damn it. Where are they shooting from? I dont know. It seems to be from the hillside, but there are too many points to target. Phew. Were trapped like mice in a cage. As they peeked over the rocks they were hiding behind. Swish Crash! Spears flew as if waiting for them. Sparks flew from the spears that ricocheted off the rocks. That was close. Moving out any further would have meant instant decapitation. Ugh! Those bastards. Theyre urately tracking our movements in this storm. They didnt know the enemys position, but the attackers could clearly see them. It was evident why none of the earlier scouts had returned. How could they withstand being shot at while nature itself was against them? But then. Someone casually walked out from behind the rocks. It was Jinhyuk. Kang Jinhyuk yer! Its dangerous! Kwak Daeho shouted out in panic, but it was toote. Multiple spears converged at once. Swoosh. Jinhyuk slightly tilted his head to the left. A spear grazed by, mere centimeters from his cheek. Nothing too abrupt or hasty. A simple movement within half a steps distance. Thwock! Thud! Missed spears stabbed into the snow. More spears followed suit, but the oue was the same. Thud! Thwack! Thud! Not blocking with his sword or countering, just dodging by predicting the trajectory. The onlookers stood agape at the absurd scene. Performing such acrobatic evasion where sight was nil. They wondered if it was a dream as it was so hard to believe. Oh Is this real? This is an S-rank. Insane really. Indeed, some pinched their thighs to check if they were dreaming. Realizing the futility of their thick onught, the spear-throwing stopped. And as if it were a lie, the blizzard ceased. The wind subsided, and visibility gradually returned. Beyond a small snow-covered knoll. The Ice Trolls with glowing blue eyes became visible. So far, everything was as expected. But then What the What is that thing? Somewhere, a deep breath was taken. A chill spread throughout everyones body. Sweat rolled down the spines of the yers. And no wonder. Among the trolls they were facing, an unexpected being revealed itself. Things never seem to get dull here. Aplex smile hung on Jinhyuks lips. To be honest, this time he was quite surprised. Chapter 132: The Hounds of the Decarsus Family (1) Chapter 132: The Hounds of the Decarsus Family (1) So you must be the bastard called Kang Jinhyuk. Not bad looking, I must say. And hmm, whats this? This guy, why does the smell of his blood have such a sweet scent? A cold voice and an excited one contrasted each other. Among the ice trolls, two figures revealed themselves, one with dazzling white hair and the other with red eyesa male and a female. There was no need to state the obvious. They were vampires. More precisely, they were undoubtedly from the Decarsus family, as Melena had mentioned just recently at the general meeting. The ring of Braham trembled violently. [Dont hold me back! Those bastards the mongrels of Decarsus! Ill go out there and kill them all right away!] Had it not been sealed, Elis would have burst out immediately. However, releasing Elis here would create too much of a variable. If the sealing were to be loosened enough for her to fight the vampires, mana consumption would be uncontrobly excessive. Before I understand how much theyve prepared, its better for me to deal with them directly rather than sending out Elis. It wouldnt be a problem to confront them head-on. But if the battle were to be prolonged or if they attempted to flee, it would be a headache. Mana must be conserved as much as possible. Jinhyuk slowly scanned the two individuals up and down. The Eye of Gluttony had a rtively low mana consumption, but even that could not be used carelessly. Especially since the required mana consumption increased against opponents with a significantly higher level or greater strength. However, gaining information about the opponent was necessaryit was impossible to forgo using itpletely. Which one should I look atThe stronger or the weaker one. The one likely to replicate or not. The decision didnt take long. Jinhyuk chose to look at the male. The Eye of Gluttony prated the status window. Name: Lior Bertion Gender: Male Age: 1082 years Level: 108 Strength 32 Agility 36 Health 33 Mana 45 Dark Fighting Spirit 50 Stat Points Avable: 0 Unique Ability: Blood Cancel Skills: Lv16 Blood Spear, Lv16 Blood Prison, Lv15 Blood Shield, Lv15 Memorize Teleport, Lv15 Dark Fighting Spirit, Lv14 Mana Drain [Copy Condition: As expected of a vampire, they need to suck! You can copy the opponents unique ability by inserting a straw into their neck and consuming more than 100mg of their blood.] [If you survive after uttering at least 4 death g phrases, you can copy one of the opponents skills. However, the phrases must be appropriate to the situation to be recognized, and each time you say a phrase, one of your unique abilities or skills will be sealed. (Time Limit: 96h:00m:00s)] F*ck. Jinhyuk scrunched his face upon reading the status window. It was fine to obtain the rough information, but once again, the conditions to copy were ridiculous. How could this be getting more outrageous each time? Im not a vampire. Suck 100mg of blood? Its known that elders sometimes consume deer blood for health, but thats strong stomach territory. Ill pass. Besides, the blood-based Blood Cancel ability doesnt seem tempting enough. Above all, rather than biting a mans neck, Id prefer to bite my tongue and die. However The other copying condition was intriguing. There was a useful skill among those Bertion possessed. A skill that would be incredibly helpful in a melee or in a drawn-out fight. Jinhyuk narrowed his eyes. Death g phrases, huh Its certainly not easy to survive after spitting out such phrases under pressure. Furthermore, the condition of having a unique ability or skill randomly sealed with each phrase uttered was exceptionally annoying. But despite all the risks, there was one skill he absolutely wanted to obtain. As Jinhyuk pondered, Bertion spoke again. Why arent you answering? Could it be, are you too scared to even move? Assuming Jinhyuk had frozen in fear due to the terror, he had been absorbed in confirming the copying conditions. Ah. Sorry, was just checking something. So, what were you saying? Are you Kang Jinhyuk? Bertion had inquired. Hmm. Would it work if I used the alias Cheon Yuseong here? Itd be convenient to me that guy, honestly. After a brief consideration, Jinhyuk shook his head. I can only sell him out up to a point. Who knows, he mighte to my door one of these dark nights. Thats me. Jinhyuk shrugged nonchntly. Upon hearing that, Bertions lips curled up into a smile. My name is Lior Bertion. I belong to the Decarsus family. You humans often call us vampires, so perhaps that term is more familiar to you. I am Ophelia. Unlike this drab fellow, Im with the same group. The two introduced themselves brieflyBertion and Ophelia. Both of these individuals were significantly stronger than the Ataraxia family members they had met in the passage before. From the individual levels and stats to the natural flow of mana exuding from them, it wasnt even a contest. The vampires that Elis and her followers had be were weakened from their long exile and from the power discrepancy between the two families. Vampires of the Decarsus family, eh You dont look too surprised. Ive encountered vampires before. In the ring. Im raising a hell of a vampire myself. If an ordinary vampire is a mosquito, then Elis is an Adidas striped mosquito, isnt she? With a sting that can pierce through jeans, truly the top of the vampire world. Its true! You were harboring the traitor exiled in the passageway! Dont pretend to be surprised as if your wild guess was correct. If youve prepared to this extent, it means youre not just suspicious but certain. And here you are, Ah, just as I suspected. What a smug grin. What? You How dare you speak to me like that?! Bertion stuttered furiously. Was it because he hit a nerve? Or was it because he had never been defied so openly by a mere human before? Either way, his baster face flushed red with anger. Haha. A brazen human. Youll make a delightful meal. Now Ophelia joined in, her interest peaked even further, her red eyes gleaming with excitement. That expression Where have I seen it before? Its reminiscent of the first time I met Elis, who threatened me, iming my blood tasted good. Damn, all these vampires always treat humans like theyre some kind of lunchbox. How about it? Come with me, and Ill at least spare your life. Ophelia extended her hand temptingly, her slender fingers spreading out. Needless to say, grabbing it would be a one-way ticket to hell. So you mean to live as a personal blood bag? Is that what youre suggesting? Wouldnt you prefer that to death? Ill politely decline. Personally, I prefer taking rather than being given. Youll regret this Well, thest time I received a simr offer, it wasnt me but my opponent who ended up regretting it. The one who offered livedvishly in a 1000-square pce and is now down to a cramped 0.01-square closet. Thats a shame Then theres no helping it. Though I wanted to savor you slowly, it looks like youll just be a one-time meal. Ophelia stepped back. The atmosphere began to take a menacing turn. A pre-storm calm loomed. If someone moved now, a massive ughter would ensue. Gulp! Ugh Damn it. The yers, who had been waiting in bated breath, faces turned ashen with fear. Although they couldnt understand the conversation between the two due to their overwhelming fear, they instinctively knew when the talking stopped: Their lives would soon end. I cant survive. Its over. Damn, what kind of monsters are these The murderous aura emitted by the vampires, each above level 100, was too much for the B-rank yers who had just entered the 7th floor to handle. They were going to die. Without a doubt. Even with Jinhyuk, an S-rank, right in front of them, he was no match for those monsters. The oppressive atmosphere felt heavier than any foe they had faced before. Jinhyuk watched as the ice trolls slowly tightened their encirclement. Then, he slowly opened his mouth. Can I ask just one thing before we start? Even if youre about to die, you cant help but satisfy your curiosity, huh? Fine, ask yourst question. Was it also your doing to hunt down the yers of the Dan-gun Guild sequentially in the forest? Including carving symbols into the rock? We heard you know a lot about the Tower. Thats why we set the trap. The better-informed someone is, the more they tend to put absolute faith in their knowledge. And if they think others are unaware of that information, the effect multiplies. You wouldve entered this forest hoping to obtain Phoenix feathers. Its one of the most certain methods to conquer this floor. Bertion continued speaking calmly. However, upon arrival, you wouldve sensed a strange unease right away, naturally suspecting an anomaly since a group of high-level yers disappeared without a trace. Youd hurry to the forest to prove your hypothesis. If you discovered the trolls symbols, it would lend weight to your assumptions, making you even more negligent toward me. Thats probably what you meant. Jinhyuk finished the thought. Exactly. With the hypothesis of an imminent outbreak, you would call other yers here. The longer you stay in the forest, the more time we have toplete our encirclement. Ah! And you should give up hope that other humans will join you. The mines have agreed to handle that side. No room for escape, huh? Quite impressive. You put some thought into the trap. It was a clean set-up. With the inclusion of both the mines and the ice trolls, the assembled three-team coalition couldnt have been stronger. No matter how strong a ranker was, being caught in such a situation would surely cause panic or despair. But do you know something? In fact I was aware that you would make contact. Jinhyuk knew all the internal information through Melena, everything from Decarsus familys hounds descending to the lower floors of the Tower to their dealings with Lancelot. While I couldnt pinpoint the exact time or ce, it wasnt expected to be far off. Above all, a trap only makes sense if theres a guarantee it will kill the target. Oh? And what might that mean? The very thought that you dogs could defeat me was the mistake. With those words as his cue, Kukukukuku! The mana he had suppressed to its limit was released. Chapter 133: The Hounds of the Darcassan Family (2) Chapter 133: The Hounds of the Darcassan Family (2) Solo Max Level Newbie Chapter 133: The Hounds of the Darcassan Family (2) The alien magic power that dominated the space. This, what is this? Argh! A tremor struck the pupils of the two bloodline members. Chills ran up and down their bodies, stirred by an aura utterly different from anything they had encountered thus far. How could this be How does a mere human possess such power? Was he hiding his true abilities? It was unbelievable. An individual they thought was nothing more than a puppet of Elis. An expendable human used just to help them get out of the corridor. Their assumption was utterly mistaken. This was not a level of magic power one would feel in the lower floors of the tower. Of course, no matter how much a human struggled, they wouldnt match up to the nocturnal aristocrats such as themselves. But they couldnt afford to becent. That was themon thought in the minds of both bloodline members. And while Vertion and Ophelia were disconcerted, Jinhyuk turned to address the yers behind him. yer Kwak, take yourrades and flee this ce at once. Excuse me? Kwak Daehos face was a mask of shock. As youve heard, the Dan-gun Guild is probably under attack by the mines. Its unlikely that Jang Eunseok prepared for such a surprise assault. The snowy forest, stained with blizzards and heavy snowfall. He must have been too focused on running headlong to pay attention. To put it simply, they must bepletely trapped with no way out. Once youre out of the forest, please request support from other guilds right away. Its highly likely that the mines have done something to preventmunication from within the forest. But what about you, yer Kang Jinhyuk? Are you nning to deal with them all by yourself? Dont tell me you n to confront all of them alone? Its too dangerous! Rather Rather, lets escape together. If we use magic to grab their attention, maybe we can make it to the outskirts. Everyone urged against his n. Due to their lower levels, they were unable to grasp which side had the advantage. Well, theyre already terrified, so its hardly surprising they cant gauge the situation properly. Even the vampires had yet to fully understand the situation and were not fleeing, so how could these yers, whose levels were far lower, make a rational judgment? A smirk crossed Jinhyuks face as he firmly gripped his fang. It was about time to throw out his first punchline. Ill be fine. I promised to have a drink with friends after this fight is over. So you go first. Ill definitely follow behind. He spoke words that were far from his heart. Even as he said this, he could feel the energy of death creeping over him. And at that very moment. [The first phrase of the death g dialogue condition has been ounted for.] [One of your unique abilities or skills will be sealed at random.] [Your unique ability Thousand Poisons has been sealed.] As expected Promising future deeds was always one of the hallmarks of a death g. With the sealing of Thousand Poisons, at least it was not an ability that hemonly used. Now! Run! Jinhyuk shouted. What are you all doing? Didnt you hear what yer Kang Jinhyuk said? Run! Just run! Kugh. Im sorry. Please, watch our backs. Kwak Daeho and the other yers began to run back the way they came. Simultaneously. How dare you think you can escape right in front of us! We have limits to being underestimated. Woo woo wooong! Around Vertion and Ophelias bodies appeared red drops of blood. Globes about 1 meter in diameter spun rapidly. Their target was, of course, the five yers who turned their backs to flee. However. Youre supposed to y with me. Why are you focusing on the others? Right before magic was activated, Jinhyuk intervened. The distance was instantly closed. The dagger imbued with a green light cleanly sliced across. Kakakakak! Vertion quickly deployed a shield, but it couldnt withstand the sword energy of the dagger. The shield shattered like ss. Vertion was quick to dodge backward, so his hand wasnt entirely severed, but the dagger left a deep cut in the palm of his hand. Drip drip Red droplets appeared on the pristine snow. Vertions face contorted more fiercely than ever before. You lowlife dare to harm my noble self! Whoa Why does every sentence you utter include the word noble? Is that part of the curriculum in vampire kindergarten? At this point, one might as well write a thesis on the greatness of early education and ideological training. If you gather Elis and the rest of the vampires for the presentation, the VampireBel Literature Prize of the year would be as good as won, wouldnt it? Absolutely. Indeed, that old mans words were true. You do get particrly annoyed when your mouth is alive. I almost forgot about sucking blood and almost killed you. I agree. Ophelias remark was met with Vertions concurrence. They were too provoked by his insolent demeanor to the point where they almost forgot their mission. The most important matter for both bloodline members was to uncover the whereabouts of Elis. Having emerged from the corridor, Teresa and the man known as Unknown were the prime suspects, and Jinhyuk, who had connections with both, became the focus of their attention. Teresa and Cheon Yooseong did not exhibit the characteristic lingering of a vampire. If they had been with Elis, there certainly should have been some of that particr trace. In the end, thest candidate was Jinhyuk. He even confessed to having met a vampire, so frankly, no further evidence is needed The real question, however, was where exactly had he hidden Elis? If Elis was outside the tower, things would beplicated. Thus. The exact location of that information. It was time to find out. Remember, Ophelia. We must capture him alive. I know that already. Sreeeung! Sreeeung! A pair of slim rapiers reflected a dazzling light. The des heated up to a dark red by the Dark Aura in the blink of an eye. The atmosphere changed. Even their stance transformed. Hmm Jinhyuk eximed in admiration. Not bad for a handicap. It looks like itll be mildly entertaining. What are you? Looks like Im training a talented student. Wont be boring at all. Only moments before, he had promised to prove the objectivity of his assessment. Jinhyuk intended to keep that promise. Listening to your nonsense tires me. Youll witness with your own eyes the holes punched through your body. In an instant, the rapier was thrust forward at a breathtaking speed. But. ng! Vertions thrust was rendered ineffective. A small spark burst as the tip was parried aside. The thrust wasnt bad. But your timing for the feint was too quick. Since your center of gravity isnt properly aligned, its easily parried like that. How insolent! Vertion, who had just received the barb, elerated the rapiers movement notably faster than before. The rapiers charm lies not in shing, but in thrusting. Its ability to prate the smallest openings was the precise reason for wielding such a weapon. ng! ng! ng-nging! The storm of strikes that had annihted the mines guarding the cathedral continued unabated. Oh dear. Aim lower, aim lower. Your feet are resting at the moment. Keep up your steps. Youre fast, but you get too carried away. Gah! For Vertion, who moved at high speed, thatment was meant to be draining. But the sheer frustration of failing tond a blow on Jinhyuk, who parried every surprise attack, rendered him unable to even voice his frustration. Chapter 134: The Hunting Dogs of the Decasus Family (3) Chapter 134: The Hunting Dogs of the Decasus Family (3) Solo Max Level Newbie Chapter 134: The Hunting Dogs of the Decasus Family (3) The radiance imbued with the energy of the constetions was known as the Stars Blessing. Apart from Jinhyuk, only one other person possessed this unique ability. The holy maiden of Amsterdam, Teresa, had arrived here. This is quite the remarkable timing, Jinhyuk thought with an interested expression, watching the point where the light fell. Given the tremendous overflow of magical power, Teresa was surely pouring in all her efforts. The mine they were facing was formidable, but once the advantage of a surprise attack was lost, the battle was as good as over. It was an obvious conclusion. With continuous requests for reinforcement, the number of yers was bound to increase, while the number of mines was fixed. Holy power? Bertion and Ophelia ground their teeth. To vampires and mines alike guarding the Dan-gun Guild, holy power was a deadly threat. Especially if it was as pure as this The mines alone would not suffice. The entire n could go awryrecovering Eris and achieving that objectiveevery step of it. Bertion! Damn, I know. I know already! At Ophelias shout, Bertion moved away swiftly. He was in the process of dismantling his Blood Jade formation. Evidently, he was nning to withdraw and join the mines. At that moment. [Lv7 Day Light has been activated!] A white sh swept across. Kwakwakwakwakwakwa! No distance was safe enough. After all, Day Light was an area-wide technique with hundreds of meters of effective range. The storm raged on for more than five seconds, violently shaking the forest. And after what seemed an eternity, the light finally subsided. Chiieeek! Where the light had melted the snow, an enormous amount of steam soared upwards. Good. Its time to speak up. Jinhyuk cleared his throat. He had to speak now, and only in this moment could his words find their significance. Have they been dealt with? A voice tinged with anticipation, slightly quivering. A face flushed from a heart beating just a bit too fast. It was perfect. As if to reinforce his conviction, several status windows popped up before Jinhyuk. [The condition for copy Death g Dialogue has been satisfied. The second line has been counted.] [One of your unique abilities or skills will be randomly sealed.] [The skill Fire Elemental has been sealed.] As expected The line confident of the opponents death was also a typical Death g Dialogue. Indeed, beyond the mist, the two bloodline members could be felt alive. Under normal circumstances, they would have emerged unscathed, and their opponent would be crushed. But this time, it was the opposite. Bertion and Ophelia were preparing to escape, using the cover of the dense steam. Ive given you the opportunity, now vanish into thin air. Rxed, Jinhyuk crossed his arms. The initial n was entirely disrupted. Due to consecutive unforeseen events, the vampires were surely in a state of utter chaos. Their only choice now was retreat. They needed time to regroup and recover. And, of course. Jinhyuk did not pursue them. Not only had he still not met the copying conditions, but he had also realized a more entertaining way to deal with the Mine Association and vampires. Ha, why does my mind always tend toward such unsavory ideas? Jinhyuk shook his head left and right, eyes closed, as if admiring his own wit. There were many challenges to ovee for the n to be aplete sess, but no real problems. After all, theres a reason why veterans are referred to as such. Thirty minutester, Jinhyuk joined the location where the Dan-gun Guild was stationed. Jang Eunseok and the yers of the Dan-gun Guild were still gasping for breath,pletely exhausted. Those damn bastards Damn it. Hoyeon and Suho are done for. Without an elixir, those wounds wont heal. Hoo Hoo Hoo. Okay not okay. Okay not okay. The site was stained with fatigue. The fact that not a single person was unscathed showed how fierce the close battle had been. What a mess. Jinhyuk clicked his tongue. If not for Teresa and support from other guilds arriving in time, they would have been obliterated had they been even a bitte. After walking for a while, Jinhyuk saw several familiar faces on the white snow. This was unexpected. He hadnt anticipated that even such individuals would be here. Its been a while, everyone. As Jinhyuk spoke, those gathered turned their heads in unison. Hyung! Eh? Why is big brother here? Lee Taemin and Yoo Yeonhwa eximed, their eyes wide as saucers. Jinhyuk! Even Teresa, whod been tending to the wounded, was taken aback. After the sixth floor had been opened for quite some time, they had all been separated, so their reunification was greeted with visible joy. Anyway, its always you I run into wherever I go. Lastly, Cheon Yuseong frowned. Well, this is Its like a party. Since they had alle together on the fourth floor to fend off the zombie wave and had since been working separately. It had been quite some time since they had all met like this. Im here to get a phoenix feather. I got wrapped up in some interesting stuff along the way. A phoenix feather? But hyung, you Taemin tried to say something but suddenly hesitated. Then, after slowly looking around, he lowered his voice. The four people here knew about the secrets of Jinhyuk and Unknown, but they didnt want to inadvertently expose it to any members of the Dan-gun Guild. Its okay. I have cast a barrier to prevent our voices from spilling out. Why didnt you just go to the 11th floor? Whye down here instead? The Phoenix Feather was undeniably an important item, but that was only relevant for tackling the 7th floor. For Jinhyuk, who could enter the 11th floor, it wasnt strictly necessary to acquire the Phoenix Feather. At least Thats what Taemin thought. Well, Taemin only made it to the 20th floor, so of course hed think that. In the upperyers of the tower, theres a much harsher cold region than here, and the benefits of the 7th floor werent merely limited to the Phoenix Feather. However, Jinhyuk had no intention of exining every detail. There was no need to share everything, even with trusted colleagues. I had some personal business to take care of. That was a sufficient evasive answer. After all, Taemin wasnt the type to pry further. With a nonchnt shrug, Jinhyuk changed the subject. What about you guys? What brings you here? Oh. Taemin and I came because of the sea dragon in the ocean. You know about making weapons from its heart. Youre making gauntlets for Yeonhwa with that? Right. Im here to help her out just in case, plus the Dan-gun Guild asked for our help, so we joined them. So thats what happened. Taking down a sea dragon wasnt easy, but together, the two would manage. Now, theyve moved on to an even bigger hunt. I came here because I heard that theres been a high casualty rate nearby, so I thought I might be able to help. Exactly something Teresa would say, burning with a fervor to lend a hand in times of hardship. Right, well, the holy maiden from Amsterdam can surely muster such a resolve. After all, she was renowned for her benevolent nature. But then Jinhyuk turned to the person next to him. The icy swordsman still looked unamused by everything. The term Ice Prince is trendy and all, but hes so frigid, it wouldnt be surprising if his veins flowed with ice. Why are you here? Dont tell me the spirit of a medical student burns passionately within you. I owe this woman a debt, so I followed her. Wait, seriously? Teresa, what did you do to make this leech follow you obediently? To think this man wouldnt even blink an eye under normal circumstances. The method she used to make him follow her like a gentle sheep was unbearably curious. Well, thats Teresa trailed off, looking troubled. Just then, Cheon Yuseong interrupted. Thats enough of such nonsense. Do you realize how serious the situation is right now? I have a rough idea. Mines causing mayhem, pointy-toothed mosquitoes joining in. Mixing it up with ice cream trolls on the side too. And youre cracking jokes in the midst of all this? Do you even understand the gravity of the situation? Whatever theyre after, I have a bad feeling about it. Something big and bad is going to happen. I know. What? I know what theyre targeting, how theyre going to move. Im aware of it all. No, its not just a matter of knowing. Jinhyuk had a way to get rid of the mines and vampires and deal with another headacheand he could sweep up all the benefits here in one fell swoop. Listen closely. As Jinhyuk exined, a look of horror dawned on everyones faces. Even Cheon Yuseong seemed to be wondering how such a devil could exist in the world. And when the conversation came to an end. Except for the sound of the wind, there was not a single noise to be heard around them. They seemed to be quite shocked. Mouths agape so wide that a fly could buzz right in without notice. How about it? Does it pique your interest now? Jinhyuk smiled slightly. Damn Damn it all! Jang Eunseok cursed as he looked at the battered attack force. The recent surprise attack had rendered 20% of the entire attack force incapacitated. There were a fair number of deaths as well, and theck of supplies only worsened the situation, with healers and damage dealers exhausted of mana. The damage is worse than expected. At the very least, recovery from the damage would require a day of doing nothing else. But that could jeopardize the oue of the entire raid. A significant decision needed to be made. Switching the flow of events was crucial. And then, at that moment. Huh? Jang Eunseok spotted Jinhyuk and the other four people. yer Kang Jinhyuk! Jang Eunseok rushed towards Jinhyuk. It was obvious they were preparing to move somewhere. And that too, right after Teresa, Cheon Yuseong, Lee Taemin, and Yoo Yeonhwa, who had yed a major role in blocking the recent ambush, were all ready to leave together. He had to prevent them from leaving. At the very least, he needed to find out where they were going or, if possible, ask if they could join them. Wait, just a moment, please! His voice was filled with urgency. Jinhyuk casually turned his head. What is it? It was unavoidable to sound a bit prickly, especially in discussion with someone youd rather avoid. But Jang Eunseok, his face a mask of determination, continued his questioning. Its just I wanted to ask where youre headed. Well, if he wanted to know so badly, Jinhyuk wouldnt refuse to tell him. Were headed to the Freshwater Lake in the center of the forest. The Freshwater Lake? Jang Eunseoks pupils shook with the impact of that information. Although not much information was widely avable about the 7th floor, he knew the significance of that name. It was the ce where all the magic of the 7th floor converged. In other words. It was where the most powerful monsters on this floor had gathered. Chapter 135: ‘Frost Blade’ Tribe (1) Chapter 135: Frost de Tribe (1) Chapter 135: Frost de Tribe (1) Roles were distributed among the team members. Taemin Lee, Yeonhwa Yoo, and Teresa set off to scout the regions upied by the Mines and the Bloodline ns. Cheon Yuseong had left the tower with a certain mission assigned to him by Jinhyuk. He did vent his frustrations, but it was only for a moment. What can you do, even if you hate it all year round? There was really no option to refuse. Lastly, Jinhyuk, along with Eunseok Jang and the yers from the Dangun Guild, headed towards the location of Danmsoo Lake. In the midst of the bleak, whitendscape and the harsh winds, About a dozen men and women lined up in single file. From here on, watch your step. Its a terrain with crevasses so make sure you follow only the path I take, Jinhyuk led the party from the front. Tsk. Acting all high and mighty, who does he think he is? muttered Eunseok Jang as he walked a short distance away from Jinhyuk. His face, tarnished with annoyance and jealousy, oozed an inferiorityplex towards his counterpart. It was inevitable. If you were to name the most influential guild in the world, the Dangun Guild would undoubtedly appear as a candidate. Wasnt he himself the one who secured the grand position of the raid leader in that guild? Moreover, during the 90 days spent on the 6th floor, the guilds influence only solidified, with the yers clout surpassing any upation. Frankly, being an executive of a major guild, one wouldnt even envy a congressman. And yet Why the hell does this damned guy! Why does he get more recognition and attention than me? A slight twist emerged at the corners of Eunseok Jangs mouth. Even now, at this moment, he could see the admiring gazes of his raid members fixed upon Jinhyuk, who walked with confident strides. In in terms, it was just that he knew a little more information. Were it not for that, he would have kicked him out right away. Right, Taeho? Huh? After all, why does everyone fuss over him just because hes cleared a few first-time quests? Eunseok Jang asked for agreement. The man next to him, Taeho Lee, chuckled bitterly. He was the vice-raid leader of this expedition, a yer who had been a closepanion to Eunseok Jang even before the Tower of Trials emerged. Thanks to those days, he had gained recognition for his skills and experience, allowing him to eventually enter the Dangun Guild. Dont speak so harshly. Without yer Jinhyuk and the rest, we might have all been dead by now. The difference between the two was that unlike Eunseok Jang, Taeho Lee knew how to acknowledge others. Knowing that feelings of inferiority could only be toxic, he tried to absorb the strengths of others perhaps that was his style. Had he possessed betterbat sense than Eunseok Jang, he might have imed the position of raid leader himself. Damn, I cant argue. Just watch. Ill surpass that guy in no time during this raid. Ill be the one to get the Phoenix Feather and Ill be the one to smash the Mines. Eunseok Jang clenched his jaw. Yes, it had to be that way. Because he was the protagonist of this raid, not anyone else. But. Even that conversation, which he thought would have been lost in the sound of the wind What a pity Jinhyuk was already listening to everything. The word pity was sincere. Even if he didnt agree with him, he brought Eunseok Jang along because he found his earnest effortsmendable. He had just decided. How much he would have to grind down Eunseok Jang. Danmsoo Lake (). The coldest ce on the 7th floor, and also the site where all the mana of the staircase concentrated. True to a ce where strong auras converged, it was densely popted with monsters that exceeded normal standards. However. The ecosystem, maintained by a natural bnce of power, had copsed not long ago. All because of the Ice Trolls. Specifically, by the tribe named Frost de. And now, just a short distance from Danmsoo Lake, thousands of Ice Trolls had gathered. Hmm. A troll, settled on a chair made of red fur, let out a deep snort. With blue skin and long tusks, His eyes sparkled sharply, especially noticeable. He was easily 1.5 times bigger than any troll gathered here. How much time had passed? Unable to wait any longer, one of the trolls opened his mouth. It was a troll with a broken tusk. Chieftain We cant go on like this. No, we mustnt. It was one word, made of two sybles. Bearing the fate of the tribe with that word The troll, who had maintained silence until then, reacted. I know. A deep voice resounded. The broken-tusked troll knew the intent behind his words. And yet We have no choice. The weight of their short conversation was palpable. Karacal, the chieftain of the Frost de tribe and deemed the greatest warrior in the history of the tribe, came to that conclusion. There was no choice. Their allegiance to the Mines and the Vampire Blood n was a necessity. He had to rationalize it that way. Of course, this was not what they had wanted. Pride and honor. These were the pirs that supported the name, Frost de. But to safeguard those values while facing the risk of the entire tribe turning to ash The overwhelming might of the Decaros Blood n and an alliance formed with the Mines showed not an ounce of mercy. Fear of warriors dying is not present. To die fighting against strong opponents was the aspiration of a warrior. Life was not precious. Death was familiar and close, ready to be weed anytime. The issue was The children and females without any power. Preciouspanions bearing the future of the tribe. If they were all lost, the name Frost de would disappear forever, buried in the snow. Thats why He had to bear it all. Karacal had given up honor and pride. Only he, as the chieftain leading the tribe, had to shoulder it all. It was his duty, after all. Chieftain! I will not allow opposition. All warriors, check your weapons onest time. Should the Blood ne here tomorrow, we will follow and attack the humans. This was it. Their survival, exchanged for honor, had been decided. It was at that moment when someone approached the territory of the Frost de tribe that not evenrge magical beasts dared to near. Whats with the gloomy mood? This isnt some bummed-out dressing room where everyones hanging after losing down to their underwear at the casino. It was Jinhyuk. Crazy Hes out of his mind Damn, is this a dream or reality? Why the hell am I even here The yers from the Dangun Guild had to muster all their strength just to keep their trembling bodies upright. A mere dozen or so members. When Jinhyuk first suggested going to Danmsoo Lake, they thought it might be to secretly snatch a hidden piece or hunt for monsters on the outskirts renowned for plentiful experience and rewards. But to learn that they came to this ce to encounter Ice Trolls Moreover, specifically the most ferocious known tribe, Frost de, was utterly devastating. This was a suicide mission. To enter the den of thousands of trolls with this small group was the same as begging for death. yer Jinhyuk, please reconsider once more Taeho Lee pleaded desperately, clutching the sleeve of Jinhyuk. If they hide like dead in the crevices and take the chance to run away, theres still a way to live. Please Just dont cause any trouble. Everyone looked to Jinhyuk with desperate eyes. But it was already toote. Whats with the gloomy mood? This isnt some bummed-out dressing room where everyones hanging after losing down to their underwear at the casino. Jinhyuk shrugged off everyones grasp and stepped outside with a bright smile on his face. Human! An intruder? The Ice Trolls bellowed in unison. Instantly, they readied their spears and shields. Indeed, they were the elite of tribes that had survived countless battles. Karacal, too, watched Jinhyuk with an intrigued look. Regardless, Jinhyuk confidently stepped forward. Thunk. His walk stopped. Right at a point directly facing Karacal. He could go no further due to the densely packed guard. Hmm. Are you the boss of this tribe? Thats right. My name is Karacal. I lead the Frost de tribe. Karacal replied readily. And then immediately retorted. What brings you humans all the way here? Surely, youre noting to fight us with that small number. Numbers game, huh If you think that quantity beats quality, that would be disappointing. I mean, Id be such a fool if I came all this way to confirm a worthy card and thats the dumb reason. What? Karacals face contorted. Naturally so, Karacal was hailed as the strongest warrior of the tribe, practically unifying the 7thyer. If there were a boss monster here, hed be fully qualified to take the seat. Such disregard! Moreover, the other trolls around were cocking their heads, wondering if they heard correctly. Are you Testing me? To see if Im useful or not? Kukukuku! An indescribable bloodlust began to fill theke. It was electrifying. The hair on their skin stood on end. The pressure they felt on their skin was tremendous. Hmm Strange. Was the Frost de chieftain supposed to be this strong? If youre this strong, you wouldnt have cowered behind those Blood n guys, I dont understand. Jinhyuk shrugged his shoulders. Really, it didntpute. Why would they submit to vampires while having such strength? Sure, the Mines would have had knights amongst their ranks, and the two Blood ns were not pushovers, but Well. With the armyprising thousands and a proficient leader like Karacal, they had enough force to wage a worthy battle. Do you think I submitted out of fear to those two? Oh? The remark by him conveyed two meanings. One was his confidence that he wouldnt lose to Bertioun and Ophilia. The other was that besides those two, there was another Vampire from the Decaros n. And that vampire was also of a higher ranking. Interesting. Yes, this level of difficulty and unpredictability sure adds excitement. Too easy a game removes the thrill of enjoying this world. Thump! Thump! Thump! Jinhyuks heart raced. Orchestrating a grand game on a giant chessboard, arranging countless pieces strategically, and moving them as he pleasedwas the very thrill of setting up the board. Of course, to make that a sess, there were mountains to ovee. Perhaps, like the grumbling entity right before him? Karacal picked up the huge spear lying next to the chair. Come at me all at once. Cowardly humans from the start. Ill take you all on myself. Really? Then lets do that. Sure, being dishonorable is something you humans cant do even if youre huh? Karacals pupils shook like an earthquake. But Jinhyuk emphatically repeated what he had said. Why? Its true, humans are cowardly and know nothing of honor. Is there a problem? Honor? Dignity? Those are things for you to search for so eagerly. This side doesnt care for such things. Do you hear that? Members of the Dangun Guild. True to our cowardly nature, we shall attack. Make sure you have your tools ready. To think the chieftain. Would refuse to follow through with what he said. Surely he wouldnt back down? Crack! Jinhyuk casually cracked his knuckles. Chapter 136: Frost Blade Tribe (2) Chapter 136: Frost de Tribe (2) Warriors Duel. Once the warrior of the proud tribe has spoken, no other tribe member may intervene. Jinhyuk knew this rule precisely and exploited his opponents only weakness. Everyone, just follow my signal. Attack and defense. And the timing for both. Only one person was giving the orders. Jinhyuk moved his hand lightly. Though he had never coordinated with the Dangun Guild before, their teamwork was seamless, as if they had been partners for 10 years. Thanks to his understanding of every yers position, inclination, unique abilities, and skills. Lets go! Oooooh! The yers implemented their best skills in response to the signal. Wind and lightning struck Karakal head-on. Kwakwakwakwakwa! As the raging storm passed by. [Lv10 cial Sculpture is activated!] Now, pirs of ice engulfed Karakal entirely. Dozens of snowkes scattered through the air. Ugh! Karakal groaned as the cold spread across his skin. He hadnt anticipated encountering such a brazen tribe, finding himself in quite the predicament. Karakal swung his spear horizontally. Ka-ka-kak! Kraack! The snowkes created by the cial Sculpture were all shattered. If there was one thing Karakal had from living in the tundra, it was his unparalleled resistance to cold. But there was no time to catch his breath. As if on cue, the yers of Dangun Guildunched their attacks at once. Pupupuk! Kwaaaaang! All sorts of skills poured out simultaneously. Magical weapons imbued with various elemental properties bombarded Karakals body. Support Gang yer from the sides. Were almost there. Just push a little further! The yers, belonging to a top-tier guild,unched a frenzied assault as the situation demanded. Conventional formations and strategies. Combined with Jinhyuk, who was the ultimate veteran yer, the fight began to tilt one-sidedly. Then, it was Jang Eunsuk who became desperate. This cant go on. Even as the tide of battle turned in his favor, Jang Eunsuks face grew stiffer. He had no choice. The raid was effectively moving under Jinhyuksmand. If the raid ended sessfully as it was, his standing would undoubtedly plummet. After drinking in the sweet victory, criticism and questioning would follow. Why couldnt he, the raid leader, take on that role? Why did he let all the spotlight fall on that man? He could expect all the arrows of me to be directed at him. Most importantly, he needed to prevent that monstrous veteran from gaining any more recognition. Wasnt that the reason why he aimed for the first strategy of the raid, to stop that insane solo run? He didnt ponder long. Step back! Im the leader of this raid! Jang Eunsuks sharp voice echoed as he drew a line. To show who was the leader here. Jang Eunsuk! Lee Taeho urgently tried to dissuade him, but Jang Eunsuks decision was firm. Vice-captain. Dont interfere. Calling him by his title instead of his name impliedhe was drawing the line between public and private affairs. Lee Taeho couldnt say anything more. Alright. Do as you please. Jinhyuk did not argue. There was no need to. Even this action by Jang Eunsuk Was within his calctions. Exactly. Thats how you should have acted. A smile curled on Jinhyuks lips. An inept raid leader, the tumultuous raid members, the shifting public opinion, and therger picture all came into view. As if on a chessboard, he could already see the pieces dancing before his eyes. *** Soon after, the chain ofmand changed. Jang Eunsuk reimed the baton of leadership. Though there was a disconcerting sense of disjointedness, they had to move on. Regardless of whomanded, they could survive this situation only by trusting and following the leader. The yers bit down hard and pushed the attack even more. *** While others fought desperately, Jinhyuk stood aside, perceiving the entire scene. As expected that troll. Quite useful. Bringing the Dangun Guild with the battle power measuring device was a divine move. To gauge Karakals level, there was no better bait. Especially Jang Eunsuk, who was already on the brink of life and death several times. He must be sweating bullets at this moment. After all, it wasnt just the guilds honor at stake now, but his life as well. Of course, there was no intention of lending aid. Such an arrogant fellow needed to struggle until he was barely clinging to life. But then. [5 Fire attribute spells have assembled.] [Conditions met.] [Lv13 Eraser is activated!] A different kind of explosion thundered, and a huge crater formed on the ground. The magic-type yer, who had been gathering mana in the back, finally released the me spell. High-level magic corresponding to the 6th circle. Thanks to the casting efforts of four yers for over five minutes, its power was unimaginably great. Yes! Jang Eunsuk roared with joy. He had endured and waited for this one strike. The snow melted, revealing the dirt ground beneath. Between rising smoke, the still-burning crimson mes zed. The nearby yers were protected from the mes by numerousyers of supportive magic that increased their fire resistance. Even with the protection, they barely escaped being swept away by the mes before the spell was cast. Pant. Pant. We did it, we got him! How can a troll be this strong? Its insanely tough, beyond standard! Without Gang Jinhyuk, the difficulty suddenly shot up Ahem. Keep it shut, will you? Cant you see our raid leader isnt in a good mood? More importantly, hopefully, the other ones wonte rushing at us all at once The yers worried whether the watching trolls would be enraged by their chieftains death and act rashly, but strangely, the trolls showed no sign of movement. It was too odd to be fear, and it didnt seem like they had given up. And at that moment The reason why the trolls were only spectating became clear. Woooong! With a sound that cut through the wind, a spear shot out from the smoke. Fast it was. But there was enough time to raise a shield to block it. Lee Taeho, who made the quickest assessment, stepped forward in front of the yers. He also raised a huge shield to cover their front. Or so he thought he did. Thwack! A red stream of blood spurted from his shoulder. Guh? Lee Taehos pupils shook, unable to grasp what had just happened. Of course, he would be confused. The shield wasnt shattered. It remained intact, still perfectly protecting Lee Taehos body. But the spear had passed through the shield and pierced his flesh. There was only one reason for this contradiction. Piercing defense. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. Karakals spear looked different than before. It had transformed from the simple, rough-hewn spear to a blue one with an borate pattern. Not justbat power, but also a weapon thats cheatingly strong. The ability to ignore the targets armor. That was the unique ability of the yphe, the demonic spear in Karakals hand. This situation is getting more interesting. The fight was about to end. Anti-climactically one-sided. Of course, this didnt mean that Jang Eunsuk, Lee Taeho, or the rest of Dangun Guilds raid members were weak. Their opponent was just ridiculously strong. *** Shivering uncontrobly, the yers felt their instincts shouting warnings. They must not face that spear head-on. Da, damn it. How are we supposed to withstand that The tankers, who were holding the front line, hesitated, stepping back. When Lee Taeho could barely handle it, who would dare stand confidently against it? Charging in only to fold this quickly. Is this the end? You still have the numbers on your side. So dont be afraid and keeping at me. Fine. If you wonte to me, Ille to you. An opponent who folds is not worth respecting. Karakal got into position. Crouched down low. Kwaaang! In an instant, Karakals figure vanished like a shadow. Fast. The distance was closed in the blink of an eye. The blue spear streaked through the air. With each movement of the spear, another yer fell upon the snow. Aaagh! My leg My leg is gone! A female yer with a wind-hole in her thigh screamed her lungs out. Block it! Damn, protect the dealers! Hang on at all costs! Uwaaaah! If the dealers fell, there would be no chance for a counterattack. Knowing this, Jang Eunsuk tried his best to shield them. But it was futile. One strike. No need for flowery wordsa pure strike aimed at incapacitating the enemy, repeated over and over. That was enough. Thwack! Thud! Guh? Argh! One, two. With each movement of the spear, someone was left with a new hole in their body. The attacks, which could neither be blocked nor countered, led the fight to a pathetically trivial conclusion. Apart from Jang Eunsuk, the most skilled of all, everyone sustained severe injuries and fell to the ground. A one-on-one battle had no winning chances. That was something Jang Eunsuk knew better than anyone. But of course, it didnt mean he would meekly ept defeat. You You damn beast! How dare How dare you do this! Swearing, Jang Eunsuk leaped to the side. Not towards Karakal or the other troll warriors But towards the young trolls who had just started walking. Jang Eunsuk quickly grabbed the neck of a young troll and drew his dagger. Dont you move! I swear to god. If anyone of you as much as twitches, Ill slice this little brats throat! Ugh! The de pointed at the neck as droplets of blood slid down the sword. Cowardly! Are all humans truly all the same? The trolls uttered their furious voices. But Jang Eunsuk only scoffed at them. Ha? Cowardly, my foot. Whats cowardly about life and death? And you there. Gang Jinhyuk yer, thats enough with your help. Damn it. We said wed handle it, but I didnt expect you to just stand by and do nothing. Isnt that a bit too much, even for allies? Jang Eunsuk kept on pouring words like a waterfall. Wow. Really. Its amazing. Not joking, really amazing. Makes me wonder if that head of his isnt a fusion of a blowfish and a chicken head. Oh! Perhaps he has discovered some new fusion form unknown to me, worthy of awe, but this? It was somewhat refreshing to hear such nonsense after a long time. You seem to be under some delusion Jinhyuk scratched his head. Im not anyones ally. He was just on the side that seemed most likely to win. In reality, depending on the situation, he could fight against angels or join hands with devils. Climbing the tower required victory and survival as a basic precondition. However. I dont have any interest in siding with garbage, though. As he always emphasized. Those who cross the line are the exception to everything. Chapter 137: “Frost Blade” Tribe (3) Chapter 137: Frost de Tribe (3) Chapter 137: Frost de Tribe (3) You What did you say? Trash, trash? Are you calling me trash! Jang Eunseok eximed in shock. His grip on the dagger tightened. The trickle of blood from the trolls neck started to flow more forcefully. ! Karakal flinched, but only for a moment. Instead, observing Jinhyuks calm approach, his pupils trembled ever so slightly. He felt a mix of curiosity and interest in the human who was standing up for his tribe. Step. Jinhyuk walked a bit closer. Stop there! Donte any closer! If you do What will you do? Kill that kid? Why? Do I seem like I dont have the guts? If I felt like it, I could easily..! No, I didnt mean it like that. I was wondering what youd do after killing that kid. Just curious, thats all. The yers from the Dan-gun Guild were all incapacitated in battle. With significant injuries making it difficult to even stand. Would Jang Eunseok actually be able to leaving this ce alive if he killed the only hostage? Well That seemed unlikely. Then, Ill take this kid and leave this ce. Yes! If you let me out safely, thats when Ill release the kid. And yourrades? They dont look like they can move easily. Can you really escape with all of them? Unfortunately, theres no other choice. At least someone has to survive, right? At least I can make an escape by myself. So it seemed, he was nning to escape alone. But. Its already toote for that. Jinhyuk shook his head. yers like him, naturally suited to the tankers role and also capable of ying a decent dealer, are rare. Jang Eunseok was a card that could always hit the average mark. But crucially, his strong pride and tendency to quickly lose reasoning are his downfall. He should not have been the person in charge of a raid party. Especially since the role requires calm, critical decision-making even in dire situations. Of course, there was a reason Jang Eunseok had been given such a crucial position. The real main attack force of the Dan-gun Guild was striking elsewhere, not here. Targeting a more dangerous site known only to a select few. Perhaps it could be called a hidden route? Suiting a group of seasoned yers, the Dan-gun Guild had also found another method to conquer the 7th floor. Officially, they praised Jang Eunseok as if he was carrying the future of Dan-gun on his shoulders, but in reality, he was just a smokescreen to deceive the other guilds. No matter how hard they tried to hide it, it was futile. Jinhyuk had already seen through their ns. The main strike force of the Dan-gun Guild can be dealt with slowly But for now, dealing with this guyes first. Jinhyuk slowly stretched out his left hand. His index and thumb came together. Jang Eunseok crouched down in response. He didnt know what Jinhyuk was nning to do, but he was sure hed be safe using the troll as a shield. Jang Eunseok was certain of that. At that moment. Snap! A crisp sound came from the fingertip. But nothing happened. No unique ability, not even the sign of a skill activation. Ha Was it all just a bluff? Jang Eunseoks voice mixed with relief and scorn just as something waddled toward him from among the trolls. On four legs with a plump tail swaying from side to side. A reptile with ck scales and yellow eyeballs. It was Goguma (Sweet Potato). As if waiting for Jinhyuks signal, a tremendous magic power emitted from Gogumas body. Mosquito!! [Goguma uses Lv2 Bloom!] A resonating atmosphere. The ancient Bloom dominated the entire space. Not only the trolls who had seized the freshwaterke by huntingrge monsters but even Karakal, who led them, felt a moment of fear. There was no way someone like Jang Eunseok could remain calm. The strength drained from his dagger. Thud! Jinhyuk moved. Lightly, yet swiftly. Whisking by overhead, his body reached right in front of Jang Eunseok. Gasp! Jang Eunseok reacted a beat toote, but by then it was toote. Way toote. If you hadnt done something like this, it wouldnt havee to this. This was sincere. Had he not crossed the line, he would have been satisfied just by bullying him a bit. With those words. The twin dragon swords drawn from the subspace inventory shed across horizontally. Apanied by a long trail of blood, the severed right arm spun in the air. Agggh! My, my arm! My arm, damn it! Jang Eunseok screamed in agony. Rolling on his back with his wound clenched, but not a hint of sympathy was felt. A coward who abandoned his injuredrades to try to survive alone. Trash who would sacrifice anyone in order to live. Therefore, losing just one arm was, in fact, a cheap price for karma. Theres no need to finish him. After threatening their young, the Ice Trolls wouldnt just stand by and do nothing. Its astonishing. Karakals pupils quivered. At first, when they had attacked en masse, betraying their honor, he thought Jinhyuk was a typical human. Dirty and treacherous, just like any other human. However, he couldnt help but be surprised by the way Jinhyukmanded the humans and pressed them. And most of all, the movement he just exhibited. The speed closing the distance is surprising, but the speed of swinging the sword is of apletely different dimension. It was not that the human called Jang Eunseok was weak. Even though he acted cowardly, being able to break through the warriors and capture the hostage in the back was possible only because he had the skills to back it up. But to subdue such a formidable man with one blow Even as he watched, such a sight was hard to believe. The footwork was still impressively clear in his mind. If Had he been standing in Jinhyuks ce, would he have been able to react to that attack? Would he have been able to block and counterattack the next moment? As that thought came into mind, Karakals heart began to beat faster. Thump! Thump! Thump! If such a strong human was Perhaps it is possible. To those who exploit and trample on his tribes honor Maybe, just maybe, he could give them a serious blow. To verify that possibility. Krrrrrr! Karakal released his magic power. To gain Karakals respect, Jinhyuk had to provoke him to attack with all his might. That was how the Frost de Tribe recognized other races. Just as expected. Jinhyuks lips curled into a smile. Originally, he intended to use a different method than beheading Jang Eunseok But retrospectively, this had turned into a rather fitting spectacle. Using the ability Sympathetic Bond to soften the opposition, it yed its role in orchestrating this situation. Now, the next step Jinhyuk activated Eye of Gluttony. [Name: Karakal] Race: Ice Troll Age: ? (Not unlocked for unknown reasons.) Level: 82 Strength 30 Agility 28 Vitality 30 Magic 35 Heroic 45 Unique Ability: White Predator Skills: Lv14 Path of the King, Lv13 eleration, Lv13 Robust Heart, Lv12 Outstanding Regeneration Traits: Karakal is considered the strongest chieftain in the history of the Frost de Tribe. The trolls, an oppressed tribe used by the towers strong, are prepared to give their lives to break free from this subjugation. As a tribe that knows honor and pride, once a debt of honor has been established, they will never betray it. [Copying Conditions] To gain the recognition of the trolls, you must pass two conditions: 1. Win a duel with Karakal. 2. At the drinking affair with the Frost de Tribe, remain conscious until the end. If both conditions are fulfilled, you may copy one of the unique abilities or skills Karakal possesses. Once again, there was a slightly unconventional aspect casually mixed in. Well, Im used to it by now. Had there been only the 1st condition, Jinhyuk may have been disappointed. He had already adapted to the systems crazy demands. Now that the copying conditions were clear, there was nothing to hesitate about. I quite enjoy a good battle. To be honest, like before, leading many in a raid wasnt to his taste. The true essence of battle is when two fighters exchange blows without interference from anyone. Jinhyuk also began to unleash his magic power. [Your Unique Ability Tomb of Swords manifests!] Riding the sword spirit. Hurrrrrr! A crimson energy took shape. Indeed! A broad smile emerged on Karakals face. This aura. This sensation! It was undeniable. The human called Kang Jinhyuk was strong. And at that moment. Both swung their weapons at each other. Kwaaaah! The snow piled on the ground scattered. A spear defying thews of physics pierced through the blizzard. This natural environment, creating blind spots in everything. Yet. Jinhyuk estimated the trajectory through the slight vibrations of the snowkes. Whooosh! The spear whizzed through the air. The spear de barely missed Jinhyuks neck. Defensive ignoring spear definitely interesting. Jinhyuk cheekily pressed his cheek against the spear de. Oh, the touch is cold. But. Whether it was an ability that ignored defenses, or if even grazing it would spread poison throughout the body. If you dodge it all. Simply all of it, thats the end. In fact, a few top yers ditched their armor entirely, roaming around bare-skinned. Exciting! But I havent shown you everything yet! With those words. Karakals spear began to vibrate rapidly. Wuuuuuum! It created an optical illusion, as if dozens of spears ovepped into one. Finally using that move? Jinhyuks eyes sharpened. Simultaneously. [Karakal activates his Unique Ability White Predator!] A gust of wind rose over the nketed snow. It was just the beginning. Thud! Jinhyuk leaped sideways, coinciding with the spikes of snow shooting up from the ground. Had he been even slightly dyed, his entire body wouldve been skewered along with his foot. Thud! Thud! Thud! Spikes erupted one after another in quick session. Jinhyuk soared through the air like a flying squirrel. Haap! Predicting Jinhyuks finalnding spot, Karakal threw his spear, but Jinhyuk dodged that too. The spear, half-buried in the snow, shivered. Even this didnt shake you. Really youre just as amazing the second time. Thats right. Only such a human would meet my expectations. Karakal eximed in admiration. Ordinarily, this surprise attack would have caught anyone off guard. Even Bertion and Ophilia of the Decarcus family, during their first encounter, had fallen for this attack. Although Thest one, that guy, was unaffected. The expectation level increased further. At least there was a high probability that he possessed simr strength to that monster. No, perhaps Thats when. Jinhyuks lips curled into a slight smile. Me too. What? I wouldve been disappointed if you couldnt do at least this much, but I guess you just made the grade. Enough strength to consider a valuable asset as a chess piece. So it might be time to discuss the conditions. Jinhyuk spoke up. And then. How, how could you possibly know that? Karakals pupils shook once more. He had no choice but to be shocked. What Jinhyuk had just revealed was something outsiders would never know, unless they were of the tribe. Chapter 138: The Way of the Veteran Shaking the Command (1) Chapter 138: The Way of the Veteran Shaking the Command (1) Human, you what exactly is your identity? Karakal asked once again. His pupils still quivered, but that was hardly what mattered now. How the opponent could have How on earth did he know about the Frosted de Tribes Do you know about the essence filled with soul? Is that what youre curious about? That is so, Karakal admitted. The essence filled with soul. Literally, it was the gem that held the blessings of the ancestors of the Frosted de Tribe. Well, thats how the Ice Trolls put it, at least. In reality, it was a crystallization of magic gathered from the fighting maniacs who had died spilling and exchanging blows inbat. Ill need to dance around this topic carefully. Jinhyuk quickly concocted an appropriate scenario on the spot. Lets see. The genre would be medieval fantasy, perhaps? [Lv1 Faint Scent has been activated.] The scent emanating from Jinhyuks body became increasingly faint. This cant be! Karakals pupils seemed to quake like an earthquake. He wasnt just shocked by a skill that concealed scent. It was the unique magic flowing from the skill that startled him. Just as expected. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth lifted slightly. Indeed, it seemed that someone of a Hero rank could perceive the origin of the skills power. Were you affiliated with the Empire? An exmation slipped from Karakals lips. At the same time, his mind began racing. That would exin everything. The overwhelming strength the opponent possessed. His knowledge of the essence of the Frosted de Tribe. All of it could fall into ce if he was a member of the powerful and knowledgeable Empire. Yeah. I came from there. Just been blending in with the yers for the past few days. Faint Scent was an ability he had obtained during his time in the Kdium Kingdom, one of the kingdoms affiliated with the Empire, while assaulting the mental ward. It was a skill primarily used by the empires assassins and was imbued with the empires unique magic due to the kingdoms significant influence in the fifth stratum. Karakal had recognized that fact. Of course, Jinhyuk had anticipated this as well. As the tribes leader who also inherits the knowledge of the previous chiefs, you know this too. Jinhyuk continued speaking without a change in expression. As you are aware, our empire is strong. Naturally, I have the abilities befitting someone sent directly by the royal family. There was no need to exin why he was with yers or why he had descended to the lower floors of the tower instead of the middle sections. Keeping things vague would rather reinforce the opponents conviction. Moreover, the first condition of the copy: -1. In your battle with Karakal, make him submit. There was no mention it had to be done through sheer force. This meant he just needed to break the opponents will in any way possible. The second condition for the copy will only be feasible once this entire issue is all over, so this is enough for now. And, as if to support his prediction, Karakalsbative spirit quickly faded away. The spears point was directed downward. What is it that you want from us by going this far? Resignation mixed with a trace of hope spilled from his voice. With that statement [The first copy condition has beenpleted.] A blue status window appeared in front of Jinhyuks eyes. *** As expected. Now, it was just a matter of sealing the deal. What I want is war. Jinhyuk dered sinctly. At this, Karakals expression darkened significantly. War, you say? Yes. The sickly vampires and those annoying Maein. We need to clear them all out this time. He nned to deal them a blow that wouldnt let them show their faces for a good while. After all, skulking and licking their wounds in their hidey-holes suited them best. If we join hands with you, do you think we can win the fight against them? I cant promise much. If you join me, youll lose many tribesmen. Against vampires and Maein, even a powerful tribe like the Frosted de Tribe would inevitably suffer great losses. Half of the warriors, perhaps even more, could die. Warriors are always prepared to die. The problem is the nobatants. If our betrayal bes known and if we lose, the tribe could vanish. Right. Theres definitely that possibility. Jinhyuk didnt deny it. The worst-case scenario would require epting even such an oue. However Is this really okay with you? Are you genuinely content with just barely keeping alive? Of course not! But perhaps its better than the tribes end. At least No, Jinhyuk interrupted Karakal sharply. Thats worse than death itself. A life lived in very held no meaning. Better to fight valiantly, even if it meant dying a grotesque death. Yeah. Maybe that could be. Karakal grimaced as if swallowing molten iron. Chastised by the impactful words, drops of blood trickled between his tightly clenched fists. If we stand with you, will our tribe survive? As Ive said before, I cant promise much. However, there was one thing he could assure: Honor and pride. And Freedom. Ill help you keep that. ! Merely a handful of words were uttered. But the weight behind those three words was matchless. Honor and pride Freedom Karakal pondered the words slowly. In the towers lower stratum, his kind was treated as strong, but there was always someone stronger above them. The trolls had always been used by more powerful races and forces. Capriciously exploited when needed, and discarded as soon as they were no longer useful. They were merely pawns to be used and thrown away by the strong exerting their influence to expand their territory in the tower. But now, a human offered to break them free from this yoke. It was a brief meeting, hardly enough time to trust someone. Then why did it feel so? Karakal sensed the weight behind the words was not light. Thump! Thump! Thump! Karakals heart started to pound violently. His heart, long atrophied from a life of servitude and hopelessness, thudded with the belief that things could change for the first time. From the moment I first saw you I thought you were an interesting human. Not like the mere blusterers who were all talk. There was something irresistibly charming about what Jinhyuk said, and the power to back up that charm was certainly there. Whether you are a yer or sent by the empire, I do not care. Even if it was the wrong choice. Even if it led to a more miserable fate. We will no longer Karakal decided. live as ves. The Frosted de Tribe would fight. Krrooooo! Oooooo! To battle! Arm yourselves! For freedom! Death to our enemies! A mighty roar spread along thekeshore. The counterattack began. *** Far from the Freshwater Lake, a spot where white snowy tainted ck, several men and women gathered. The most noticeable among them were Bertion and Ophilia. Beside them stood Hosenville, sent from the Maein Association. Their expressions were sour, a sign that things werent going as nned. Just then, a man sitting atop a stone opened his mouth. Was he really that powerful? This Gang Jinhyuk youre talking about? Bertion and Ophilia were indeed beautiful, yet they could notpare to this man. Silvery hair down to his shoulders, eyes as red as rubies. The aura emitting from his pale skin was enough tomand awe. If someone encountered him on the streets, anyone would take a second look. But, his significance wasnt due solely to his appearance. He possessed a title only attainable by those serving directly under the Six Grandlords, ck Wing. And the man, Mihael, was one of those pure-blood bearers. Bertion and Ophilia jolted slightly. Even the haughty pair couldnt dare to meet his eyes such was Mihaels absolute status. Yes. Regrettably, it seemed we two together could just barely handle him, Ophilia replied reverently, bowing her head. Bertion immediately countered. Ophilia! What are you saying! No, my apologies. Certainly, he was a bit annoying, but that was only due to our carelessness. If were given another chance, well surely cut off his breath without fail. Oh? Youre asking for another chance? Yes, Bertion responded, teeth grinding with determination. I too would like to grant that for my cute underling, but given that the n has already deviated significantly, we cant afford to waste our moves on irrelevancies. What? We may have been pushed back, but so far weve still been far No. Mihaels gaze shifted to the distant sky. The others also looked up. Concentrating, they could see tiny machines that could almost be mistaken for dots flitting about. Without Mihael, theyd have been hard to notice. The cheek of them using such rats to spy on us Sir, do you mean theyve discovered our location? Ophilia asked, rmed. It seems so. Theyve likely got a thorough grasp of all key locations in this forest. I expected that someone with a bit of wit would eventually find this ce, but this is unexpectedly swift, Mihael noted with amusement, his boyish grin as if delighted by a newfound ything. Well have our men shoot down those drones immediately. And well capture whoevers controlling them alive, Hosenville offered. Such abilities typically worked only within a certain range of the user. In other words, the foes were likely nearby the drones. But once again, Mihael shook his head. Dont you find it odd? That in this vast forest they pinpoint our location yet carelessly reveal their own? A trap, do you mean? What else can it be? And the reason for such a diversion was The Ice Trolls are being targeted. Right. There was no other exnation. A distracting unit here, while another moves towards the Frosted de Tribe at Freshwater Lake. The man named Gang Jinhyuk must think he can beat Karakal, the tribal chief. Or perhaps He believes he can persuade him. Considering the way the blood ns had treated the trolls, it was more likely thetter. Theyre nning to turn the tribes spears against us. Breaking one of the tripartite alliances would indeed elevate the humans odds slightly. Considering their impulsive actions, they likely had some hidden cards up their sleeve. There may also be other forces supporting them from behind, not just Ellis. How intriguing. Combining all circumstances, the adversary had evidently prepared countermeasures for victory. But that was only if their scheme had remained undetected. Theyve sorely underestimated me. Mihael stood up. While the humans mightve tried hard to think things through, that was all they did. Having experienced countless battlefields and ovee the brink of death, the one still breathing to the end was none other than him. I shall exin what we have to do now. Chapter 139: How a Veteran Shakes the Battlefront (2) Chapter 139: How a Veteran Shakes the Battlefront (2) About 3 hours had passed since the Frost de Tribe and I had agreed to a temporary alliance. Yu Yeonhwa and Lee Taemin had rejoined us a little while ago after reconnoitering. Jinhyuk had also parted ways with Karakal and positioned himself with our group. [Lee Taemin activates the military fortress skill Sedes.] An ability tomand all summoned creatures collectively. Hundreds of mechanized troops were deployed within the forest. Vroom Vroom! Fully-charged mana shells emitted a bizarre resonance. Huuuu Yu Yeonhwa checked her knuckles, steadied her breathing. Her mana, refined through the Taeching Hwarang Heart Technique, seeped into every corner of her body. Indeed, both have experienced impressive growth. Jinhyuk softly uttered a sigh of admiration. I had not realized it due to our separate actions, but watching their skill handling and mana maniption, I could see why veterans are truly veterans. Compared to them, Jang Eunseok, whom we had met recently, was akin to a flustered deer. This is why past experience matters. We waited for the enemy, fully prepared But untilte into the night, there was no significant movement from the enemys formation. Its strange. Its too quiet. Lee Taeminmented through the [Machine Lord] ability as he monitored the forest. There were as many as 30 drones floating in the sky. They maintained a delicate bnce to maximize their operational range without getting discovered by the enemy. It meant that we hadplete control over this area. However, the ufortable silence made Lee Taemin uneasy. Yu Yeonhwa felt the same sense of foreboding. Brother, didnt you say that theres someone more troublesome than the two vampires? Thats right. Jinhyuk nodded. Certainly, Karakal had mentioned that a vampire stronger than Bertillon and Ophelia from the Decasus Household had arrived. If it had power even Karakal feared, then there was no reason for our forces to be overwhelmed It was at this moment. Rumble Rumble! An enormous tremor shook the ground, and an overwhelmingly strong mana was felt, difficult toprehend. Brother! Lee Taemin shouted. The drones quickly flew toward a certain direction. Could it be Trolls! Itsing from the direction where the Ice Trolls are! Yu Yeonhwa pointed in a particr direction. Simultaneously. A mana storm, created by the crimson sparks, fell from the sky right where the freshwaterke was. Boom! Crash! Bang! Like a meteor shower, lightning began transforming the ground into a field of devastation. The sight was cataclysmic. Lee Taemin and Yu Yeonhwas faces twisted in horror. The situation became clear. The enemy had predicted that we would join forces with the Frost de Tribe. And on the contrary, they had neutralized our hidden card. We were caughtpletely off-guard. And all of this. It turns out exactly as I expected. Jinhyuks prediction had been urate. *** The formation at theke hadpletely changed. Decorated with newly formed craters, theke served as a testament to the mercilessness of the recent bombardment. This is checkmate. Ophelia smiled, satisfied, as she gazed at the rising smoke. In the midst of the explosion, no creature could have survived. The attack had been prepared wlessly. It was a perfect surprise attack that hit its mark. But. No, this cant be! Theres not a single one not even one in sight. A vampire minion shouted in disbelief. It was inevitable. The trolls that should have been charred were nowhere to be found. Quit your nonsense! This ce is supposed to be the Frost de Tribes headquarters. Look carefully, now! Ophelias voice became sharp. I have the same result over here! And here as well! Damn it, itspletely empty. No amount of firepower could exin theplete evaporation of bodies and debris. But denial wouldnt change reality. The Frost de Tribe was not here. And only one thing could be inferred from that. Dont tell me it was empty to begin with? Yes. This could only mean that we had anticipated the ambush. In a moment of shock, just as if hit on the head with a hammer, Ophelias face blushed with anger. It was an unbearable humiliation to have been outwitted by mere humans in this game of strategy. Clench! Her fangs grinded audibly. Then, someone was waiting for us to exhaust our mana. A murmur as if talking to oneself Yes. Weve been waiting for just the right moment. Someone responded. [The three-star barrier Dimension Severance is deactivated.] The air, once void of anything, cracked open. Thendscape shattered. And then. Step. A figure in white armor, a saint named Teresa, appeared with light steps. The legion of knights behind her, fully d in armor and shields, had assumed formation. They were all yers of the Zion Guild who hadpleted their ss change to Priests or Pdins. Everything was as Mr. Jinhyuk said. From deliberately showing Lee Taemins drone to awaken the alertness of Michael. To making the enemy notice the betrayal of the Ice Trolls. Every step was a hint from Jinhyuk. Theres no yer surpassing Mr. Jinhyuk. Frankly, it was chilling. He had designed the intricate situation and factored in all the variables, leading to this moment. With an arrogance only the worlds strongest could hold, therge guilds were on apletely different level. That is why Teresa was more convinced by this event. If there was one person to trust and follow, it was just him. Swoosh! nk! All the minions simultaneously drew their weapons. The filthy Pdins Darn it! Werepletely surrounded! Ophelia! Orders! Surroundings became chaotic instantly. The formation gathered to maximize mana was unwittingly perfect for the Zion Guilds encirclement. [Teresa activates her unique ability Stars Blessing!] Whooosh! The sword red with a shining radiance. Surrender andy down your arms now, and well spare your lives. There was no way for Ophelia and the minions to turn the situation around after having spent over half their mana. It seems were truly at a disadvantage this time. Ophelia exhaled softly. They needed time to recover mana, but the enemy wouldnt provide that luxury. In other words, this battle was essentially over. Now the focus was solely on retreating and minimizing damage as much as possible. We will not allow you to escape. Teresas de surged even more fiercely. Lets see Can you really catch me? Thats something to be seen. If you want to try, go ahead. But let me tell you one thing before ying hide-and-seek. Ophelia hesitated, about to turn away. Then, her lips twisted subtly. Michael also foresaw that such a situation could arise. This wasnt ament or a desperate struggle. At this moment. The sky began to darken ominously. *** [The 7th Tier activates the Weather Transmutation.] As the status window turned red, the once clear sky distorted into ck. Rumble Rumble! A fierce blizzard limited visibility to an extreme. Naturally, the drones that had been surveying everything from the air became useless. Brother! Lee Taemin screamed out urgently. He wanted to alert that the enemys approach was now undetectable. Of course, Jinhyuk also sensed the rapidly changing situation. So, this is how its going to be. Jinhyuk moistened his lower lip with his tongue. As soon as Teresa scored one on the enemy, an even greater retaliation followed. To exert restraint capable of changing the entire Tiers weather meant that a formidable amount of coins was spent interfering with the Towers system. Wonder how many high-level ingredient items were used, cant even imagine. I knew that big families were rich, but at this level, it was apletely different level of splurge. The drones had a radius of about 15km, so the enemy might reach us in less than 10 minutes. It wont be 10 minutes. Jinhyuk caught a sensation. Multiple mana reactions converging much faster than running speeds. They would arrive much sooner than what Taemin predicted. There would be no time to prepare. 3 minutes then just 1 minute. In an instant, the fluttering branches intersected with the vanishing time. Theyreing! Jinhyuk gripped his dagger tightly. At that moment. Growl! Roar! Beastly howls echoed from all directions. Dire Wolves. And not wild ones, but tamed beasts. Wolves boasting 3 meter stature and grey ws showed off their might. Scanning with Predatory Eyes, I found their individual levels were over 40. However, more troublesome than the Dire Wolves were the vampire minions riding on their backs. Especially since the one leading them happened to be Lancelot, responsible for the Round Table. Since the asylum, seeing you again after a long time, I shall ensure we finish what we couldnt in the arena. Didnt you fail when you threw me in jail? How do you n to finish it now? Was that a passivity skill called Comcency? What else could I think? If that wasnt so high-school-ish. Why bother with all this effort now when you could have tried harder back then? I see your knack for mocking is unchanged. Its nearly in the realm of talent. Its the only constant, thats why. Thats why I chose BJ as my vocation. Otherwise, I would have started looking for something else long ago. Jinhyuk kept talking while subtly shifting his weight backward. Likewise, Lee Taemin and Yu Yeonhwa began to step back as if they were waiting for the signal. If youre waiting for the yers at the rear, its in vain. Weve already dealt with that outpost. Hosenbelt, not Lancelot, opened his mouth. What? Could it be? Lee Taemin and Yu Yeonhwas pupils shook violently. Thest secret card up their sleeve was an ambush prepared about 500 meters from here. Not only the yers from the Tangun Guild but also the mana turrets, ymores, mines, and more, which Taemin had poured all his mana into making, were positioned everywhere. If only they could fully entice the enemy and concentrate their firepower, they might turn the tide. But now Even that n had been read. Its really thorough. Was this also thought up by one of the higher-ups of the Decasus Household? Thats right. Thats really someone Id rather not deal with again. Jinhyuk swallowed dryly. But it was only for a moment. Nod. The moment Jinhyuk exchanged nces with Lee Taemin and Yu Yeonhwa, he chose to flee. Ive already told you? Weve taken care of all the yers on your end. With the Weather Transmutations effects dying down, escaping into the blizzard was no longer an option. However. I know that too. Jinhyuk continued in the same even voice, adding his final words. *** Dire Wolves in pursuit and now deciding to flee? Foolish Hosenbelt smirked briefly before cocking his head slightly. Their direction of escape was wrong. It wasnt towards the set traps but in apletely different direction. Another trap? It urred to him for a second, but the likelihood was slim. Without the Tangun Guild, they had no cards left. The saint would buy time for Ophelia and the Ice Trolls arent an issue. Bertillon will deal with them after annihting Tangun Guild. Regardless of how he saw it, there was no room for variables. Proceed with pursuit. Yes! At themand, the Dire Wolves kicked off the ground. How long had they run? The forest cleared and a broad, snow-covered in opened up. Just a bit more, and we could cut off the trios escape,id out in in sight. Almost there. Just one step to go. But then. Something appeared over the hill, and just by seeing it, even Hosenbelt couldnt help but be totally bewildered. Chapter 140: The Way of the Veterans to Shake the Battlefront (3) Chapter 140: The Way of the Veterans to Shake the Battlefront (3) Beyond the hill, a figure had emerged, who was among those being closely monitored by the Mage Association. Cheon Yu-Seong. The Sword Saint or as some called him, the Sword Demon, was that very person. Dammit Curse it all. Hosenbelts face twisted fiercely. If the only reinforcement had been that guy alone, he wouldnt have been so flustered. He acknowledged that Cheon Yu-Seong was a tricky opponent, but after all, he was just one person. The problem was the massive crowd behind him, quickly approaching. Each one of them possessed formidable inner energy. Judging by their crest, they were undoubtedly yers from the Zhonghua guild. Theres no way that Kang Jin-Hyeok or Cheon Yu-Seong have any friendly ties with the Zhonghua guild. Especially Jin-Hyeok, had he not yed both the Zhonghua and Heukun guilds for fools on the program Ranker Recruitment, Climbing the Tower of Trials? No matter how rationally he thought about it, this union did not make sense. But. No matter how hard he racked his brain for possibilities and solutions, there was nothing Hosenbelt could do in the current situation. The pir of the Zhonghua guild and the pinnacle of all Chinese yers, Namgung Cheon. He had been irritated by a certain yer who had recently visited China. A brazen fool had barged into one of the Zhonghua guilds branches, throwing a tantrum and challenging them to a fightwhile wearing a mask identical to that of thest person they wanted to see. It wasnt like decades ago, when people went around challenging dojos. The branch chiefs of the Zhonghua guild ignored that challenge lightly. They had be more dismissive due to daily visits from hundreds of people trying to impress the guild to gain entry, enforcing even stricter policies to send them away. However, the challenger had unsheathed his sword regardless. Fine. If you want to end up with a broken arm or leg, Ill grant you your wish. That was what the branch chiefs had in mind when they sprung into action. But. An unexpected oue urred. The yers of the Zhonghua guild, who boasted they would crush the intruder, ended up in the hospitll of them. Arms and legsinjuries all over without a single scratch spared. It was a one-sided beating. Even worse, among them was a ranker at the level of a battle team leader, making it impossible to take the situation lightly anymore. And to add insult to injury, the man had the gall to provoke them further. You should see this. Mr. Park, the filial son of the old folks home in our town, is scarier than this. Rather than bothering with Zhonghua or whatever, you might as well open a Chinese restaurant and sell sweet and sour pork. Especially that Namgung Cheon or whatever his name is, tell him this: If he feels aggrieved,e to the 7th floor. Not only am I here, but so is the universes strongest and most absolute dignitary, Kang Jin-Hyeok himself. If youre not too scared toe, youll see what a real difference in ranks looks like. The voice reading it sounded as if he was reciting a Koreannguage textbook. As if he was reading something written down for him. However, for Namgung Cheon, what mattered wasnt the challengers voice. I can kill that trash Kang Jin-Hyeok and that insolent brat. With that in mind, Namgung Cheon personally led his battle members towards the 7th floor. The chase was easy. No yer could flee from the elite of the Zhonghua guild who hadid out their-like trap. When they finally caught up to their despicable quarry, Namgung Cheons heart pounded with excitement. He pondered how brutally he would kill them and how sweet the tea hed drink while watching his enemy wail would taste. He couldnt wait for that moment. Later, when they spotted Kang Jin-Hyeok amidst the ins, they were inwardly ted. Everything was perfect. Up until that point, it was all good. Just one thing. Until an enormous number of troops led by the Dire Wolves appeared from the woods behind them. Lord Namgung Cheon! Enemies. Around 700 in number! All of them are elites of B-rank and above! Dire Wolves with particrly strong ranked yers among them! Urgent reports flooded in. What on earth is going on! When have those bastards amassed such! Namgung Cheon eximed. He knew Jin-Hyeok was a loner and not affiliated with any group as far as he was aware. He also knew about Yu Cheong-Yeong and a few other connections, but none of them had sent such arge force. This had all been confirmed by the Zhonghua guilds intelligence department. Then who were those people? Kang Jin-Hyeok! Namgung Cheon clenched his teeth fiercely. Heh. This is truly a sight to behold. Caught between two forces, Jin-Hyeok nodded his head. It was unexpected that the traps prepared with the Dan-gun Guild were discovered, but the real target was exactly this. He had made Cheon Yu-Seong sneak out of the tower and drag all of Zhonghua guilds rankers with him. If everything went ording to n, he was certain they could contend with thebined forces of the Mage Association and the bloodlines. And his prediction was spot on. Thinking about how hard I spent the whole day because of you Cheon Yu-Seong trailed off as if swallowing hot metal. How much how much! Argh! He seemed terribly embarrassed. Failure to finish speaking indicated as much. Yeah. Good job, our Sword Saint. There, there. If there had been something like dog treats or churu, he would have given him one. Unfortunately, there were no convenience stores nearby. And it felt too wasteful to buy something from the coin shop. But, but still, bro. Is this operation really okay? Lee Tae-Min gulped down dry saliva. At first, he thought the n was no different than a suicide mission. But now that the moment was upon them, it felt like his wits were about to desert him. Its okay. Just trust me. This would definitely work. Because He had used the same method against the divinities when he was climbing the Tower of Trials. Hmm! Ahem! Jin-Hyeok cleared his throat. Why stop there? Are you scared? Well, we do look a little intimidating. I prepared quite a bit to give you guys a beating. Jin-Hyeok shouted loudly. What was important here was confidence. Namgung Cheon and Hosenbelt had limited information. In other words, I alone can shake this entire situation. Jin-Hyeok casually walked ahead, a dagger tucked above his eyes. Slowly. With a leisurely confidence. He nced over the encampments on both sides, gesturing for them toe on in. Come in,e in. Just one step away, theres the prey youve been longing for. If youre so confident,e and see. If you dare. Dammit. I cant get involved. Ive been caught up in that guys pace and outwitted how many times already? Certainly, the other side is not to be underestimated. Considering the number and quality of their forces if we move recklessly, we might end up falling into their trap instead. As Jin-Hyeok maintained hisposure, both forces started contracting as if in a strange phenomenon. The weakest side had the biggest grip on the game board. Tsk. This is boring. Whats the point of gathering forces if youre going to be this cautious? Jin-Hyeoks face bore an expression of utter boredom. He then retrieved his dagger and casually patted hispanions on the shoulder. It looks like we need a bit more of a warm-up before the real fight, but well head off first. The rest Ill leave up to you guys, okay? You can handle that much on your own, right? With a vague gesture of his chin, Jin-Hyeok seemed to address both Namgung Cheon and Hosenbelt. This was enough. With a leisurely step, he walked away, followed by Cheon Yu-Seong, Lee Tae-Min, and Yoo Yeon-Hwa. Keuk! Th-that guy They must pursue. If they dont act now, the prey will soon disappear from sight. But. If they showed their backs, they would bepletely exposed to the enemy. In a war, not a battle, exposing your back meant certain annihtion. Namgung Cheon and Hosenbelts minds were too cool tomit such a foolish mistake. In this situation, rather We must quickly take down those guys. After theyre all dead, well take care of Kang Jin-Hyeok. The two made their decision. The troops rapidly took their positions. With no time to waste, both formations were adjusted to maximize their offensive capabilities. A ruthless resolve filled the battlefieldno surrender. They simply aimed to obliterate their enemies. And the moment the formations were perfectly in ce Charge! Sweep them away! Themanders on both sides drew their favorite weapons. Namgung Cheons Sword Energy and Hosenbelts Knights Oath emitted differing glows. So it began. The snow-covered ins started to stain blood red. After leaving the battlefield, Jin-Hyeok headed straight for the Never-Melting Valley on the outskirts of the forest. The entire valley was frozen, and the huge cave beneath the waterfall had the distinctive feature of vastness. Therefore, Jin-Hyeok had chosen this ce as the temporary dwelling of the Frost de tribe. Is everyone here? Yeah. Just wait here for a bit. Having reached near the waterfall, Jin-Hyeok cautiously opened his mouth. Teemo uh, was that too soft? Teemo! It was the secret code. Oh, brother Man, thats just Damn it. Why did you have to pick something like that? I remember you saying justst time how much you hated being called that. Suddenly, everyones faces turned sour around him. Literally, their faces turned ashen, not as an expression. Even Cheon Yu-Seong frowned as though he had seen a disgusting insect. Damn it. How effective a friend-or-foe identification method this was. They all looked at him that way. He might have hated Teemo, but there was no other word as memorable. In a battlefield, efficiency trumps pride. Yes. Exactly. At that moment. A familiar troll figure appeared from behind the ice waterfall. Big guy. Of course. Karakal received his words like a true man. Im d you found your way without getting lost. I was worried youd get lost with the whole tribe. It was a bitplicated, but following what the human said, we somehow managed to find our way. Thats a relief. By the way, how did youe to know this ce? Even our tribe didnt know about it until now, and weve been on this floor for a long time. That made sense. This ice waterfall was well hidden. If I hadnt been crazy about ice fishing, I wouldnt have discovered it either. Swimming in water at minus 60 degrees Celsius in nothing but underwear. Regardless of youthful vigor, it was a crazy deed. But thanks to that experience, he found such a useful hiding ce. The icefish was quite tasty, too. Yeah, well. The hardship became a memory. Enough with the nonsense. Whats next? The most important one is still around, right? Suddenly quiet, Cheon Yu-Seong brought up the main issue. A high-ranked vampire from Decasus. That guy was still in hiding, not showing himself anywhere. Moreover, there was another problem. The special battalionposed of Vertion and the mages had reportedly taken care of the Dan-gun Guild, so they could strike at them from behind at any moment. The small fries are your problem. What are you nning to do? Im off to catch the big fish. Sorry to say, but anyone else would just be a hindrance. Knowing this, Cheon Yu-Seong didnt insist on following. You know where hes heading, it seems. Yeah. I have a rough idea. To this extent, setting the board and sacrificing his subordinates. Theres only one ce that guy would go. And Jin-Hyeok knew the answer. Chapter 141: Blood Wayport (1) Chapter 141: Blood Wayport (1) How many minutes had passed? Jinhyuk, who had been running alone, finally reached the vicinity of the coast. From where he stood to the ind with the Phoenix Feather was roughly 10 kilometers. As expected, a path made of ck clouds stretched over the sea. Has someone already crossed? Despite the borate setup, the bloodlines objective had been singr from the beginning to reach the ind with the Phoenix Feather. Specifically, to activate a grand magic targeting the entire ind. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. Kukukukuku! Off in the distance, surges of red mist could be seen wavering around the ind. In barely an hour, the magic circle would unleash its effect. Then Jinhyuk took out the Essence of the Frost de Tribe given by Karakal. Simultaneously, the status window activated. Name: Kang Jinhyuk Gender: Male Age: 27 Level: 42 Strength 22 Agility 22 Stamina 31 Magic Power 80 Void 100 Luck 10 Adaptability 78 Avable Stat Points: 0 Avable Coins: 251,558 upation: Rune Trantor Unique Abilities: Possesses numerous unique abilities which are folded up due to space. They can be expanded for review when necessary. Barrier: Has learned numerous barriers which have been folded up due to space. A growth without a w. Yet to move forward from here, simply being perfect was insufficient. Perfection is expected, and everything must be overwhelming. Only then could one hope to return alive from that ind. Currently, I have 80 in magic power An impressively high number that would take other yers breath away. Moreover, Jinhyuk specialized not only in magic but excelled in closebat as well. Considering the void and adaptability stats, his level was monstrouspared to other yers. Yet Jinhyuks expression remained unrxed. At the very least, I need to triple my current power to stand a chance. The magic power radiating from the ind was ominously strong. Jinhyuk swallowed the essence he held. Gulp The hard solid descended down his throat. At that moment. Woooong! A hot sensation began to rise from within his body. The pain felt like his entire body would be torn apart, causing Jinhyuks face to grimace in agony. Kuk Despite anticipating it, he couldnt help but groan. [You have consumed the Essence Containing a Soul of the Frost de Tribe Sacred Relic!] [Your magic power temporarily increases from 80 320!] [Remaining Time: 0h:59m:59s] Whewwhewwhew Jinhyuk regained his breath. His bones still throbbed and his insides felt as if they were going to burst. Damn it. This was why he hated overloading his body with power. If it hadnt been for the Jintaecheonghwarangsimbeop, managing the magic would have been arduous, and without it, he would have been reduced to rags, regardless of his tenacity. But now Im ready. Lacking magic power was no longer a concern. At least for the next hour, he had regained a power close to his peak form from before the arrival of the Tower of Ordeal. Thump! Using the Sword Demon Emperor Technique, Jinhyuk crossed the bridge in an instant. Fast. Thanks to the significant increase in magic power, it took less than 5 minutes to cross. Thump! Thump! Thump! His heart pounded fiercely. This feeling. This energy. It was simr to when he had stormed the giants settlement on the 18th floor, carrying just a sunflower. I remember. It was when I was diligently reading that book Dont Even Hit With A Flower. Moved by the book, and with magic power to spare, he had fought with flowers instead of weapons for months. Roses, hibiscus, dandelions he seized whatever he could and reinforced them with magic power. Such an opponent would be enough to crack someones mental state. Consider yourself lucky. The 7th floor is too cold for nts to grow; its fortunate for you. Jinhyuk grinned. A man with silver hair appeared before him. Ah. Mihaels corners of the mouth slightly lifted. He didnt expect someone to reach this pointafter both Vertion and Ophilia, and then all of the cultists being overrun. Nheless, despite the most unexpected situation, Mihaelsposure was unfazed as if he could handle any unforeseen variable. So you must be Kang Jinhyuk, the human the rumors are all abuzz about. Thats right. And who might you be? I am Mihael. There are more tedious honorifics and titles associated with my name, but theyre unnecessary between us. I like it. Straight to the point. Jinhyuk nodded. Ophilia said she has never seen a human with such special blood. And indeed, you are not mere talk. Having transcended my appetites long ago, this feeling has been absent for a while. Somehowthe expression is like that of a person whos been starving for a week upon seeing a delicious steak for the first time. How did I end up looking like a vampires fancy lunch? Its all because of Ellis. Wow. Seems Im quite famous, arent I? To be the talk among the bugs, that is. Ha. Indeed. You should take pride in that. Frankly, its surprising. Even I didnt expect there would be a human of your strength. Mihael sized up Jinhyuk from top to bottom. The greasy gaze clung to his skin. Its rather off-putting. Im not very keen on being ogled by a man If youre trying to provoke me, youre doing quite well. Even if that man was handsome, that type of attention would be firmly declined. Pity. I find you quite interesting, but it seems that the attention is unidirectional. If youre going to stall by talking, I would appreciate if you didnt. To be honest, its too obvious and not fun. Stalling? Are you insinuating that Im stalling? Dont you think? Impletely lost on what youre suggesting. Im just genuinely interested in the conversation. Mihael responded nonchntly. Hmm. At least this guy manages his expression pretty well. Such a potential Oscar nominee, wasting away in this icy corner. The worlds movie directors would hit the ground regretting. Then let me remind you. The Blood Wayport requires at least another 15 minutes to be fully operational. Obviously, youd prefer to keep that fact hidden. A premature interruption could cause an unwanted misalignment in the magic circle. The Blood Wayport, constructed with the blood of a thousand lives. A grand magic circle that is activated by the presence of blood, regardless of it being friend or foe. For thepletion of this, Mihael had sacrificed countless lives. Of course, having his ns thwarted at thest minute was not his intention. You know about the Blood Wayport? Tremors stirred in Mihaels pupils. His voice even quivered slightly as he spoke, as though he found it incredible to believe. One can understand such a reality being difficult to grasp for him. However, Jinhyuk continued speaking regardless. It was about time to drop the bomb. The Blood Wayport, using the sacrifices to summon mindless monsters. Meaning Youre preparing for war to expand your territory, arent you? How many floors he aimed to conquer specifically was unknown. Undoubtedly, the power structures and interests within the Tower are far moreplex than the game world. Silence ensued for a moment. But only briefly. Fine. I can no longer deny it. To consider you as no different than a cultist or Guild ranker was my mistake. Suddenly, Mihaelsplexion intensely shifted. An explosive will to kill. Not just a sense of alertness, but for a fleeting moment, a deep terror was undoubtedly present. Theres a lot I want to ask you, including Ellis. So dont worry. Ill make sure to keep you breathing. Mihael raised his magical power. Kukukukukuku! A force like none other ran through him. It felt like the whole ind was vibrating. So among the bloodline, there are indeed different ranks Numbing energy rushed through, stinging his skin. At this level, it wouldnt be surprising if Ophilia and Vertion were considered entirely different species. However, why was it that? Even as a typhoon of powerful magic power approached, Jinhyuk wore a smile. Excited for the opportunity to fight a strong opponent. Grateful for the chance to face this enemy under the best conditions. He felt every cell in his bodying to life. Yes. This is what its about. The invigoration of oveing an overwhelmingly difficult enemy. He stayed in this world to bask in this thrill and enjoyment. He chose to live in this world once again. You might want to worry a bit. There isnt a single reason to keep you alive. In his left hand was a dagger. In his right, one of the Twin Dragon Swords. The pair of weapons of different lengths exuded a strange aura. At that moment. [Your unique ability Blessing of the Stars has been activated.] Beside Teresas unspeakable The energy of the stars floating in the night sky Now descended upon the earth. Shall I go? Or will youe? Jinhyuk raised his shining sword. A rapid shift in the atmosphere. A power beyond imagination collided head-on. KwaKwaKwaKwaKwaKwaKwa! Snow and dirt were churned up, and a new path was carved into the ground. Amidst the upturned snow, crimson sparks flickered. Such a battle made one question if it was merely two beings shing. Kuk! Mihaels brow tensed, veins popping. Not just because of being outpowered, but realizing all seven of his magic attacks had been read and countered was significant. I was outdone in a battle of wits? He thought he had used the optimalbination. Confident that he would have Jinhyuk on his knees as a ragged mess after just one exchange. And yet this was the oue. The burns across his body rapidly healed, but his prides wound did not. Facing Mihael, Jinhyuk too licked his lips. Even raw strength-wise, stronger than the rock giants of the 10th floor. And the magic power? Iparable to any foe he had faced thus far. Receiving this much shock despite blocking with favorable magicthe challenge is real. Though he had expected difficulty, this was beyond imagination. Despite absorbing the essence and significantly enhancing his magic power, he failed to inflict a mortal wound. Just 7 minutes remain. I need to get serious for a bit to handle this on time. Jinhyuk reset his stance. To breach the vampires unique rapid regeneration and shields, he needed to exploit more openings. In this fight, speed was key. He activated Sword Demon Emperor Technique, and his legs shimmered with light. Tobine utmost speed with the strongest strike. His senses sharpened, poised for action. And at that moment. This cant be Jinhyuk held his breath. An event that should not happen had just urred. Chapter 142: Blood Wayport (Part 2) Chapter 142: Blood Wayport (Part 2) What is this? The sudden anomaly had caught Jinhyuk by surprise. He had been about to leap off the ground when he stopped in his tracks. Tingling sensations prickled his skinnot so much from a sense of pressure as if caused by intense magic power, but rather it felt like thousands of insects were crawling all over his body. At that moment, [The Blood Wayport is activating!] A red status window appeared in the air. Fzzt, Fzzt, Fzzt A crimson hexagram began to form on the ground, tracing its outline. Unfortunate for you, but the grand magic activates much faster than you anticipated. Michael slowly opened his mouth, a serene smile blossoming on his face, confident of victory. So this is why he was so filled with confidence. It was irritating, but his words were true. Jinhyuk had miscalcted the speed with which the magic power could construct theplete magic circle. As a result, the Blood Wayport had been activated. Everything had exceeded his expectations. Buzz, buzz, buzz! The grand magic circles form became clearer and more distinct. The ground now glowed an eye-stinging red. At the same time, Gigantic gates appeared to the east and west of the ind. They were over 1km wide and 100m tall. Jinhyuk lifted his head. Impressive, to say the least. His neck began to ache. This must be thergest single gate he could assert with certainty. Kooooh! Keiiih! Soon, otherworldly voices resounded. Between the flickering surfaces, something was desperately trying to enter this world. Glub, glub! The surface rippled roughly. Grotesque faces and hands repeatedly pounded against it. So, it was themHungry Ghosts known for their voracious appetites. If these creatures were crossing over, it meant the blood ns would soon follow. Jinhyuk nced elsewhere just then. Crack! A uniform crack appeared in the air. Soon after, a ck vortex formed. Within the whirlwind, two figures emerged. Huff. It was sweaty work dealing with those bothersome pdins. Is it too much to ask to keep a proper distance and y tag? I agree. Acting with those dumb masses is incredibly exhausting. Ophelia and Vertion appeared, grumbling. Due to the power of the Blood Wayport, even these two members of the blood n had been summoned here. And then: [The two worlds are connected!] [Hungry Ghosts from the Demon Realm appear!] [Time remaining: 5h:59m:59s] The Hungry Ghosts that had crossed through the gate into this world were impressively powerful, each easily surpassing level 50, though exact estimates of their strength were difficult. Though they are under 2m tall, a scrap with their nails is sure to be a headache. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. A curseyered on each w could cause the flesh to rot with even a single touch. Indeed, a significant card prepared to expand ones territory. An ordinary floor of the Tower would find it difficult to hold out even a day against such forces. The tide of battle had swiftly tipped. No, such a gap could scarcely be described as a mere tipping. It was more akin to a palm tree before an oing tsunami, if that. An insect like a human can struggle all they want, but they will never reach my feet. In the end, I am the one who always has thestugh. Michael dered the end of the battle in a low voice. Since there were no means to turn the situation around, he had no choice but to predict his victory. It was only logical. The endless horde of Hungry Ghosts and two members of the blood n, not to mention Michael with his ck wings. What possible counter-strategy could there be? Even if one summoned yers from major guilds or poured out all the holy relics they possessed. The result would not change. And all of this was exactly the picture Jinhyuk had wanted. I knew it. What? I yed surprised for you. You seemed so pleased with yourself, it was quite cute. I just missed the timing to tell you. In his younger days, he had been part of a childrens theater troupe, though he never quite managed tond a lead role. A streemp on the road doesnt quite count Jinhyuk shrugged his shoulders with a wry smile. Human, stop with your baseless bravado. Ridiculous. What on earth is this human babbling about now? Is he so scared that hes lost his mind? This is pure insanity. Ophelia and Vertion sneered skeptically. Indeed, their reaction was only to be expected given Jinhyuks words. Then A more detailed exnation would have to suffice. Didnt you think it was strange? Even if we raced, the grand magic circle of the Blood Wayport activated too quickly, dont you think? Michaels speed was indeedmendable. The magic circlepleted far faster than anticipated. However. It wasnt just Michaels contribution at y. Part of the story was missing, and an essential part at that. What do you mean by that? Well. I too yed a little trick to amplify the inds magic something like that. With those words, [A 4-star barrier Bind of the Current World is activated!] A barrier that loosened the Systems restrictions to some extent while amplifying the casters magic unfolded. A translucent wave began to envelop the entire ind in an instant. This, this is! How could this be? How did we not notice such arge-scale barrier? ! The expressions of the three blood n members drastically changed. I owe you a thank you. I could y this card purely thanks to you all. Compared to the Blood Wayport, it was a pitiful level. That helped him perfectly conceal the existence of the barrier from everyone. Had he attempted this back-dealing without distraction, he would have been immediately exposed. Yourcency being used against you is indeed surprising. But, what does it matter? Do you think this situation will change just because youve be a bit stronger? Michael quickly regained hisposure. After all, he needed to see that brats jaw drop, drooling He sure doesnt get flustered easily. However, it was only for a brief moment that he would be able to wear a calm mask. Because the climax of this movie was about to begin. Did you really think I went to meet the Ice Trolls, amplified my magic, and used this barrier to build up just to fight you guys on my own? A casual question. Yet the answer to that question was far from trivial. It wasnt just Jinhyuk whod realized what this meant. -The Systems restraint is loosened. This didnt merely refer to boosting the casters magic. For the first time, Michaelsposure was shaken. Dont tell me Right. Its not just me who has a bone to pick with you. One particrly eager friend was waiting in the wings. The one confined within the ring. Jinhyuk channeled magic power into Brahams Ring. At that instant, Rumble, rumble, rumble! Jinjo, imprisoned within the ring, was released. Taller than 170cm. With silver hair reaching down to his waist and crimson eyes, he was a pure-blooded vampire from the most noble of ns. Elises gaze turned towards the blood n in front of her. Just by looking at them, she emitted an overwhelming pressurized atmosphere that bound the space. Even though only 20% of her true form had been recreated, despite the loosened restraints and increased magic power, it was extraordinary. What sort of outrageous power levels were these, as if speaking of another dimension Elise revealed her stature without reservation. Even though youve been buried in the ruins for so long, still to maintain such power Its unbelievable. Ophelia and Vertion were shivering, trembling like aspen leaves. The current situation was equally perplexing for Michael. So youve unleashed your power like this you wont kill the contractor? Michael hadnt imagined that Jinhyuk would unseal Elise. Reducing her power extremely or confining her deeply would have been the norm because if power were channeled to Elise, she would immediately kill the contractor and regain full freedom. But that expectation was mistaken. Michaels face contorted subtly. This means they are not just using each other. It was unthinkable. That the proud head of the Ataraxia family would build a trust rtionship with a human. Had he told any other houses, none would have believed it. Just then, Elises calm voice flowed out. My name is Elise. Elise von Ataraxia. The great sixth family that ruled the night. And the existence at the top of that family. The one floating highest, looking down with disdain on everything below. All these titles belonged to Elise. The endless time spent banished in darkness has cost us much. The beauty of the stars and moon lighting the night sky. The gentle touch of the wind and the freshness of grass. All had be distant tales. She had been freed from that yoke thanks to Jinhyuk, yet Belus and the rest of the blood n remained trapped in the corridors. Still yearning for freedom in darkness, waiting for her return. The time of deceit and sabotage is over. Indeed, this was a deration. A mandatory address to the remaining five families that had betrayed her and their followers. And now, I will hold you ountable for the sins you havemitted. With those final words, Elise slowly started to raise her magic power. Rumble, rumble, rumble! Already surpassing minus 50 degrees, the cold emanating from Elise dwarfed it. A cold that prated to the bone. The umted anger was immeasurably heavy. This must be tormenting. Jinhyuk bit his lip slightly. The situation was different from the mere data pieces known from the game setting. Currently, he could sense an indescribable sorrow from Elise through the emotional sharing of their contract. It doesnt feel good. This was the truth. Apanion who, despite always grumbling, had always been by his side. Therefore. Because he understood her feelings better than anyone, Jinhyuk found the situation ufortable. Swoosh! Snap! A pair of swords extended forward. Blessing of the Stars and Tomb of Swords were simultaneously unlocked, their respective des bathed in different colors. It seemed this fight was destined to be brutal. One side cannot possibly survive today. Chapter 143: All-Out War (1) Chapter 143: All-Out War (1) [Ellis has activated Lv?? Zone of Blood!] Crack! Creak! Red blood-formed spears twisted like pretzels. It was clear she meant to maximize pration by adding rotational force. Its pointless even if a million insignificant creatures swarm me. Ellis lightly flicked her wrist. At that moment Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh! The spears flew all at once towards the ghastly creatures. Countless streams of blood swept away everything in sight. Pop, pop, pop, boom! Kieeek! Keek! The follow-up was a mix of bones and flesh torn apart, mixed with screams filled with agony. She made no exceptions. Thats why a sceneparable to the depths of hell unfolded. The red rain that seemed eternal finally ceased after a few minutes. Naturally, not a single creature remained alive among the ghastly swarm. With a single attack, all the creatures that came through the gate turned into mere pools of blood. After a short while, other creatures would surely emerge from the gate, but at least for now, a gap had formed. Kuuk Damn it. What kind of brute force attack is this Moans of frustration escaped from both Vertyon and Ophelias lips. Even after deploying their strongest shields, they barely managed to keep their lives. Out of them all, only Michael remainedrgely unscathed by that previous attack. To withstand thatindeed, it makes sense that he would hold the title of the ck Wings. The recent attack wasparable in power to Hetchlings breath. Ellis. What? No, never mind. Ill tell youter. After this fight is over. Jinhyuk was about to say something but then shook his head. Its all about leaving an impact with the unsaid words. Desperately, yet leaving a lingering sentimentthats vital. How nd. Ellis turned her head without much thought. Damn, she knew it was nd. But it couldnt be helped. She still hadnt cleared all the conditions for copying. But with this, its the third time. The act of starting to say something and then stopping was always one of the universal triggers for death gs. Confirming that presumption Ding! A status window indicating the conditions had been met appeared. [The third urrence of Death g Dialogue has been counted.] [One of your unique abilities or skills will be randomly sealed.] [Unique Ability 1-Second Invincibility has been sealed.] Ah Thats a bit painful. Jinhyuk frowned slightly. The 1-second invincibility was a reliable safety, allowing him to make bold or risky moves. Especially when facing a strong opponent, the skill shined even brighter. And of all the possible abilities to be sealed Im slightly regretful, but theres nothing I can do about it. With sealing being random,ining wouldnt change anything. What matters is how well one can utilize the remaining skills and abilities. Moreover, he was only one step away from being able to copy the opponents skills. If he could copy that ability, he could surely turn the tides in his favor. Jinhyuk spoke up. Michael is yours to handle. Ill take care of the rest of the small fry and then join you. What? Joining in? Are you implying that I cant handle that guy on my own? At Jinhyuks words, a frown creased Elliss pale forehead. It felt as if saying the wrong thing now would result in all the blood in her veins being drained out. Its clear why one shouldnt provoke someone irritable. It was like witnessing a hedgehog that had its worms snatched right before its eyes. Jinhyuk hurriedly added, Im not doubting your ability. I just dont want you taking all the risk alone. Me alone not wanting to take all the risk? Right. Wererades. We rely on each other in difficult times; wererades who fight together. Comrades Ellis slowly pondered over the word. Her eyes fluttered in contemtion. It seemed like his persuasive sugar-coating was somewhat effective. I was worried she would insist on handling everything herself. Even Ellis couldnt handle a frontal confrontation with Michael using just a fraction of her power. The mana avable for support was limited. Above all, Elliss primary weapons were confiscated by other houses when she was ousted from the family head position. Michael knew this, which is why the battle wasnt given up yet. In perfect condition, the fight wouldnt havested a minute, but not now. Besides, I cant let her gobble up all those massive experience points. Right, thats the most crucial reason. She had been facing nutrition-less opponentstely, resulting in her level-up progress stalling. If she let this juicy prey slip away, sleep would elude her tonight. Of course, Thanks for saying that. Ellispletely misinterpreted his intent. A contractor willingly participating in a revenge and reiming the family head position battle. A partner who would always stick around, despite the potential mortal dangers. She seems to expect something along those lines. Hmm. She seems to be deeply mistaken He felt a twinge of conscience but decided it was better not to reveal the truth just now. After this is all over, lets have your favorite chicken and beer. Ill treat this time. I like that. The conversation ended there. With a light tap, Swiftly, they moved towards their respective targets. Ellis and Michael collided head-on. Boom! With a loud bang, red sparks scattered in every direction. While these two monsters shed and transformed thendscape, Jinhyuk faced off against the other two blood rtives. Ive been waiting for this moment. The perfect time to make a hole in your neck! Vertyon burst out in ecstaticughter. This time you wont be able to run away. Not that youll be able to, even if you wanted to. Ophelia chimed in as well. Thats odd. As I recall,st time, it was you who tucked your tail and ran. Why the celebration? Not exactly rewriting memory. Its like the winner and loser are being openly switched around. At this rate, Id wonder if Gluttonous Eyes missed a self-justification skill. You seem to be mistaken. We arent specialized in fighting solo. Being a duo has its reasons. Last time, it was just Vertyon handling you to gauge your power. Hmm So basically, That means you cant do it alone, so the two of you have toe at me together? Why bother with such an unnecessary, roundabout exnation? Just admit its because youre scared to go one-on-one. No need for a detailed descriptionI wouldnt ask for a fair fight anyway. Whether you charge in alone or together, the oue wont change. As Jinhyuk shrugged, a deep murderous intent red up on the faces of the two blood rtives. This insolent human! Good. Lets see how long you can keep up that attitude. Well go all out now. Swoosh! ng! Both rapier swords were drawn at once. Dark Thirstpletely enshrouded the des. True to their word, they employed their full strength from the start, without any deceit or warm-up. Finally, this timing hase. Jinhyuk swallowed dryly. The final g for the copying condition. It was now the time to speak the optimal line that fits this situation and conditions. From now on, Ill stop ying around. Remember, Embarrassment is only momentary, and This is The copied skillsts forever. Not 10%, not 50%, not 75% but 100% power. The ultimate death g that sends countless viins to the afterlife now erupted from Jinhyuks mouth. That moment. [The fourth urrence of Death g Dialogue has been counted.] [One of your unique abilities or skills will be randomly sealed.] [Skill Otherworldly Diner has been sealed.] The status window listed everything. Sealed was the Otherworldly Diner. Not abat skill, so it didnt matter. Whats important was what followed. [The condition has been met.] A golden status window alerting to a sessful condition appeared. Sess! Jinhyuk clenched his fist. [Choose a skill to copy] No need to read further. He knew which skill to copy from the start. Ill copy Mana Drain. Without hesitation, Jinhyuk mentioned one skill. [You have sessfully copied the skill Mana Drain (A)!] [Mana Drain] Difficulty to Acquire: A Effect: Whennding a sessful attack, you can absorb a portion of the opponents mana. (0.3 mana per hit / 1 mana per clean hit) Mana Drain. This was the skill he struggled so hard to obtain. Thump! Thump! Thump! Jinhyuks heart pounded with anticipation. All the hardships felt like they were being washed away, like snow melting in the sun. The excitement and fulfillment of acquiring a new skill were iparable to anything else. But remember, Its not over yet. Not just a mere copy, but fusing into an advanced version based on that skill. A privilege only a seasoned yer like him, unimaginable for other yers, could possess. Combine Mana Drain and Stars Blessing. What is that? Ophelias pupils shook violently. She never imagined things woulde to this when they decided to fight again. It should have been different fromst time. She would partake in the fight as well. Vertyon, with his strong pride, agreed, so they reasoned that any human, no matter how crafty, would be subdued with ease. Yes. It should have been without doubt. But the moment she saw the light emanating from his dagger, Ophelia felt all her known principles crumble to dust. Mana Drain! No, that energy wasnt just any blood rtives Mana Drain. While Mana Drain was a dark-type ability, thisbined the vile energy of dark and holy attributes. You what even are you? Are you even human? How can you! Ophelia realized her voice was trembling uncontrobly. Dont panic, Ophelia! Its just one skill! Vertyon urgently shouted, trying to steady hispanions nerve. However, Well, you say that, but you seem quite shocked yourself, dont you? Jinhyuks lips curled into a smirk. Pretendingposurea false mask Vertyon wore that seemed about to be stripped at any moment. It must be unsettling. To witness their abilities morphed in such a way, something they had not heard of or seen before. Especially since the fused skills foundational Mana Drain was superior to their own The sense of inferiority and emptiness felt by the two blood rtives was indescribable. But what can they do? Like when eating chicken, the legs and wings are mine, and the ribs and neck are yours. It was all too obvious this would be the result. Sorry, but I need to end this quickly. See that Jinzody over there. Despite appearances, shes still in a weakened state. So dont feel wronged even if you die too quickly. With this skill in hand, theres no longer any reason to drag out the time. [Lv1 Soul Drain has been activated.] A dagger surrounded by a faint green hue. From its point. Hiss The newly fused skill manifested. Chapter 144: All-Out War (2) Chapter 144: All-Out War (2) Buzzing! The dagger traced a sleek arc. Kuk! Naturally, Bertyon responded by swinging his rapier in turn. de shed against de. ng! The shrill sound of metal proved a perfect contest of skills. But then. [The effect of Soul Drain has granted you 0.3 mana.] Soul Drain could siphon mana from its target without needing tond a solid hit. The old saying rang true, Shouldve avoided it instead of blocking. Moreover. As a higher-level skill, it included an additional effect. [The effect of Soul Drain has permanently increased your vigor by 0.01.] Unlike temporarily absorbing mana for use, Soul Drain could also steal vigor (), a unique form of energy. A stat that synergized with all others and could invigorate the user by itself. Although its not as top-tier as something like gap or adaptive type skills, the perk of permanent stat growth with each battle is undeniable. In other words. Vigor could grow indefinitely. Most notably, you didnt even need to level up to gain vigor. In in terms, if you fought all day with beings like Elise or Cheon Yu-Seong and drained their vigor, you could massively increase your stats. While Soul Drain was choosy, favoring only the vigor of worthy opponents, it was undeniably an efficient skill. Crash! Bang! How long did the fierce exchange of sword strikesst? After several bouts, Bertyon too realized something was amissa feeling as if vitality was being siphoned from his entire body. Fighting became increasingly unbnced. Youre more vampiric than a vampire! Heh. Even from Dekasus, youve got some sharp instincts, Jinhyuk chuckled lightly. Ah, it wasnt a sneer but rather a mildpliment. Typically, the process was a gradual withering away. He deserved extra points for noticing it early, but It wont change the oue. Zip! Jinhyuk elerated using the Sword Demon Emperor Stance. RattleRattle! The dagger moved so fast it became a blur to the eye. Kggg Bertyon focused all his energy on defense. But that was all he could manage; a counterattack was beyond his capacity. Jinhyuks aggressive movements, picking apart weaknesses, were almost cruelly efficient. Rather than a quick decisive blow, he targeted the most painful and vulnerable spots, draining as much vigor as possible. [Mana 0.3] [Vigor 0.1] [Mana] [Vigor] As the battle wore on, Bertyons mana was continuously being drained. In contrast, Jinhyuk was experiencing a phenomenon where his mana was restored the more he fought. Eventually. Tch! Ophelia joined the fray with a short click of her tongue. A straight trajectory. Whirr! Her rapier pierced the air towards Jinhyuks neck. However, Jinhyuk effortlessly evaded the ambush from the blind spot. The de barely grazed his hair. Toe at me two on one Well, that could be fun. Why refuse when they were so eager to offer their vigor? Dragging things out was problematic, but Elise could hold her own for the next 10-15 minutes. That was enough time to extract as much honey as possible. Jinhyuk further increased his speed. Now the movements of the two vampire nobility noticeably slowed due to the substantial drain on their vigor. Any further dy would be disastrous. Bertyon and Ophelia, more than anyone, were acutely aware of this. Bertyon! I know! [Ophelia activates Lv15 Heart Eater!] [Bertyon activates Lv16 Blood Spear!] Front and back, they maximized the advantage of a 2 against 1 position. They had selected their strongest skills. Whooooosh! A blood-red aura manifested through the rapier. Bertyon focused on destructive power, while Ophelias skill is specialized in targeting vital points with a narrower range. In fact, having shed with the Six Families numerous times, Jinhyuk had a thorough understanding of most of their skills and their pros and cons. Seeing them in action outside the game was somewhat different, a fresh experience. How to describe it? Like watching childrens talent shows on YouTube live for the first time? They were doing their best, but from Jinhyuks perspective, it was just amusing. Dammit, I should be more on edge Since watching Elise and Mikhail fight, everything else had be dull. Huff. Jinhyuk regted his breathing lightly. Victory was a foregone conclusion. He nned to edit this footage before posting, requiring a high degree of cinematic perfection. With those power levels and this terrain arrangement, roughly As Jinhyuk sketched out the scene in his mind, RumbleRumble! Suddenly, a rough energy surged. A voice filled with fury followed. How dare you be distracted! You insolent worm! Ill tear you apart! The vampires unleashed their pent-up mana to the limit. Their blood-steeped des rushed forward with speed iparable to before; their trajectory was wildly unpredictable, like a snake honing in on its prey. Truly, these were strokes of desperation. But. Did they realize? Their very perfection would be their poison. If theyd aimed for an arm or leg, it might have been harder, but why stubbornly go for vitals? Jinhyuk channeled different kinds of mana into his twin des. Calcted without an ounce of error. Then, timed perfectly against the iing des. Now! With a slight twist, Jinhyuks lightning-fast sh intersected them. CrackCrack! The rapier strikes detonated from front and back subtly deviated as they collided with Jinhyuks des. The rapier aiming for the heart from behind slid past the armpit, while the one targeting the neck from the front grazed past and extended behind. Plunge! Skewer! The chilling sound of flesh pierced filled the air. Cough Ah The exmation came not just from pain, but shock at the impossible situation. Doubts about what being they were facing assailed them. Followed by a sense of reverence for their overwhelming opponent, transcending all other emotions. DripDrip! Bertyon, with a hole in his heart, copsed onto one knee. No vampire, however resilient, could survive a stab to the heart by a de wreathed in Stars Blessing, the bane of their kind. He gasped roughly a few times, clinging to life. And then, Bertyon fell to the ground for thest time. Ding! [You have hunted a noble from the Dekasus family residing on the Towers upper floors.] [A remarkable achievement has been aplished.] [This feat will be recorded in the Hall of Honor for one day.] [You have leveled up!] [You have leveled up!] [You have leveled up!] Multiple notifications flooded in. Even with the enhanced mana from the Soul Essence, downing an upper-floor entity was no mean feat. Thus, the value of this aplishmentand the footage itselfwas astronomical. I can easily pull in a million coins with this; Ill need to touch it up with some editing before posting in the Hall of Honor. Previously, introduction to the Hall of Honor was forced, but now, it was an option. The message in the status window confirmed it, stating, You can The continued benefits of being in the Hall of Honor should follow. This is happening faster than expected. Rik had even subscribed, lowering the cost to 80%, paving a smooth road ahead. Coins and leveling up could be dealt withter. Priority goes to Jinhyuk looked down. Belowy Ophelia, breathlessly struggling with injuries. Sigh. That was a blunder. While Bertyon died instantly, Ophelias fatal wound missed by two centimeters. The perfect script now had a blemish. This is how seasoned yers ruin their reputation. Even the most absurd acrobatic feat is to be mastered by essence itself, isnt it? Or maybe, this could work out better. With things as they were, he could now inquire about several things he was curious about. Originally, he nned to ask Mikhail, but this woman might know something as well. Jinhyuk squatted in front of Ophelia. Smiling innocently, he gathered mana in one hand. [Lv8 Fire Element is activated!] mes arose with vigor from his palm. As expected. The previously sealed fire element skill activated, as if it had never been restrained. Having met all copying conditions, the skill seal vanished. Now there was nothing left to inhibit him. Are you going to torture me with that? Ophelias pupils quivered slightly. No matter how long-lived a species was, they did not desire pain. That depends on you. I have questions, and if you answer honestly, you may keep your life. However, if you choose to remain silent, Ill grant you a deeply immersive experience in advanced methods of torture. Preferably, Id choose thetter. Its less entertaining when ites too easily. What do you want to know? Your Six Families target location. Where is it? That, I cannot Ophelia drew a deep breath. She couldnt even maintain eye contact, as if hit directly in her most sensitive spot. Would you rather remain silent? Then, theres no helping it. He didnt expect her to open up easily. It had been so long since hest used such a method, but if she insisted, he was ready to demonstrate. The mes climbed higher. Yet, even as the fire drew nearer, Ophelia tightly shut her eyes, her lips sealed. Youre quite principled. I respect that. Jinhyuks grin grew wider. At the same time. The mes ferociously consumed the target. Ophelia clenched her teeth, expecting excruciating pain. But. huh? The anticipated agony never came. It felt peculiar, and just as she realized this, Ophelias body wobbled. Before she could gain her bnce or even open her eyes, a wave of cold enveloped her head. Plunge! The ground gave way beneath her, and she found herself plunging into icy water. Scream! Ophelia screamed, her throat raw. Instinctively reaching up, the person above her was, unfortunately, Jinhyuk. Oh, what have we here? Jinhyuk grasped a branch that had fallen from a coniferous tree. He then proceeded to push Ophelias head down. Gurgling! Glug! Choke! Cough! Cough, hack! Stop it! Stop, you demon! Sorry, I cant quite hear you. Could you be a bit clearer and louder? PressPress. Her crown was particrly tempting. There was an odd addictiveness to targeting the center of the crown with a branch. If you want, I can do this all day long. By the way Thats no joke. At that moment. Wait! Hold on, just wait a moment Ophelia finally spoke up. Hmm. From her mouth spilled the vampires objective, something intriguing enough to warrant aplete reevaluation of his strategy. Chapter 145: Total War (2) Chapter 145: Total War (2) Floor 29 Cough! Its the 29th floor! Im telling you, its the 29th floor! Just stop and pull me out, please. I feel like Im going to sink! Ophelia screamed with the most desperate voice in the world. If its the 29th floor There was a tremor in Jinhyuks eyes. The 29th floor of the Tower of Trials. How could one possibly be unaware of it? The ce aimed for by Decasus and the other five families was one of the floors ruled by the Empire. This is getting interesting. He knew they were up to no good, but to think that they were targeting the Empire of all things. If what this woman said was true, then preparing such a powerful army started to make sense. Its interesting enough that they aim for the floors below their own, but Im even more curious as to why they would target the Empire, of all things. A big fight was surely waiting ahead. Besides the demon-eating fish that Ellis had just dealt with, spirits and even more formidable beings were trying to cross over from beyond the gate. Jinhyuk opened his mouth again. What is the purpose of attacking the Empire? Cu Cough! Pu Purpose? Yeah, the purpose. There must be a reason to target specifically the 29th floor. For example wanting to weaken the power of the gods on the 48th floor and the single lizard they control, so as to reach the top of the tower something like that. Upon the seemingly insignificant words Jinhyuk uttered, How how do you know that!? Opheliasplexion turnedpletely pale. She swallowed mouthfuls of seawater, but there was no time to mind that. After all, the words that just came from Jinhyuks mouth should never have been said. It was obvious. Even she, a member of the Decasus family by blood, didnt have perfect knowledge about the upper floors of the tower. A lively reaction is good, but answering my question a second earlier might be crucial for extending your life, dont you think? I I dont know I really dont! Really? Really? Hmm. I wonder if this might jog your memory? Thunk! Thunk! Jinhyuk pressed Ophelias head with a branch, repeatedly dunking her head into the water. Gurgle! Gurgle! Her lips fluttered resiliently, showing an astounding attachment to life even amidst this situation. Indeed, this is why vampires have a reputation for being tenacious. Save me fuck Did you say bitch? It seemed like she had swallowed so much water that her mind was starting to slip. Just as Jinhyuk was about to infuse magic into the branch fervently, Fuck Cough! Bundle The interrupted syble from Ophelias mouth finally connected. Hmph. He thought it was a curse, but it wasnt. Another unexpected word was mentioned. Jinhyuk eased the pressure from the branch. A bundle of rage. An entity whose location was untraceable; could it have been in the Empire all this time? If it refers to the Dragon ying Sword (), a supreme ss holy relic, it could indeed harm gods and ancient dragons at the top of the tower. It wasnt for no reason that it received the cobalt grade ssification. Little by little, the pieces of the puzzle started to fall into ce. Good. That was some useful information. He couldve ended Ophelias life here and level up, but he had a principle to keep promises. Furthermore, Ophelia might be a valuable card to y not only with the six families, but also during encounters with the Empire. With that in mind, a rough n started to take shape in Jinhyuks head. He pulled back the branch. As long as he didnt interfere, she could save herself. Ill contact youter. Ah! And its better not to run off to the masters and spill your thoughts. He hadnt marked her with the Brand of Soul Consumption since there could be masters among them capable of identifying it, but lets see if they figure out the pieces. Those magnificent six families masters and me. Of the two, who is closer to a devil, and who should they fear more? Eep! Reading his intent, Ophelia shivered all over. Ill trust youve understood everything from our conversation here. Jinhyuk smiled brightly and gripped his swords once again. Now, it was time to put an end to this fight. Boom! Boom! Boom! The massive sh of magical powers and the brief silence that ensued. Gah! A pained expression crossed Elliss face. As her magical power drained instantly with each moment, the battle increasingly turned in her disfavor. On the other hand, Phew. Its quite annoying being restrained like this, but this much is manageable. Unlike at the start, Mihail seemed to have regained someposure. Thanks to avoiding head-on confrontations whenever possible, the tide of battle had slowly turned in his favor, and atst, the bnce had tipped significantly. You cowardice has not changed. Just like when you imprisoned me in the corridor I would love to chop off your head right now, but its just that I regret this restraint binding my body. Ellis forcibly swallowed her anger. Her once pure white hair was now stained with dust, and blood streamed down her cheeks, making a stark contrast. Haha. Well, even in your prime, I might not havested a minute against you before turning into dust. Mihail spoke, to which the name of the legendary Ellis fon Ataraxia once evaluated as the strongest ever meant something every vampire knew all too well. Even the noble gods and ancient beings had avoided direct confrontation with Ellis. However, Its the present that matters, isnt it, exiled head of Ataraxia. You should not have left that ce. Are you saying I should have stayed forever, shrouded in darkness, just for trying to protect our kind, no, the bnce of the tower? Thats the issue. We have the power and capability to ascend higher, so why should we let our potential rot for that stupid peace and bnce? The 50th floor No one should reach it. Wanna start a war just to die together? You know this as well, dont you? No, I dont see it that way. And the great heads of the families agree with me. Mihail drew a line. Everything was already nned. To those relegated to the sidelines of history, theres no right to discuss the future. Therefore, Its about time you die and I call the rest of the soldiers. Please, dont thrash about in an ugly manner. Youre still a former head, and Id like to preserve whats left of your honor. Whoosh! A heavy aura enveloped the entire rapier Mihail held. In terms of both quality and quantity of magical power, hepletely overwhelmed Ellis. This would be the end. Piercing the heart of thest obstacle meant that all the purposes ofing to the 7th floor would be achieved. Certainly That was supposed to happen. But then, Wow, look at this mess. Werent you boasting about being one of the strongest beings in the world like 24/7? To think you cant beat that guy, I guess you meant youre one of the ultimate strongest in your own house? A new voice interjected. It was Jinhyuk. You! Elliss eyes widened like a startled rabbit. She had expected him toe to help since he promised, but she hadnt anticipated his arrival this quickly. This was too fast, wasnt it? Even against the vampires selected and brought over by the Decasus family. Jinhyuks greatness was something she had already experienced several times, but this was yet another situation shatteringmon sense. The situation was just as baffling for Mihail. Couldnt keep him distracted for five minutes? He thought Ophelia and Bertillon could fend him off easily. Well, he had considered the possibility of failure, but he never imagined being broken through in such a short amount of time. Ultimately, This situation totally caught Mihail off guard. Being a perfectionist who liked to have everything under control, Mihail had no choice but to watch as Jinhyuk approached Ellis. You, bedroom strongest! I would have managed if not for these restrictions. If I were at my best I know. Youve done well. Mihail must have taken some damage too, so this was sufficient. Youre not thinking of fighting alone, right? Even you cant handle this by yourself. Does it look that way? Obviously! Indeed, until just moments ago, he couldnt guarantee victory in a one-on-one fight. No matter how much the opponent had been weakened in terms of stamina and magical power. But now, Its different. He had acquired Soul Vampirism to gain a favorable position in the fight. Alright, leave the rest to me. Jinhyuk gave a faint smile. Simultaneously, [Memories of the World is being summoned.] A golden parchment unfolded behind Jinhyuk. The Great Library containing the truth of the world. A repository of unique abilities and skills collected while climbing the tower. Zzt-zzt-zzt! Bright sparks scattered in all directions. This is Mihails gaze narrowed. Although he didnt know exactly what Jinhyuk was nning to do, he sensed that something was amiss. Boom! Immediately, Mihail stomped his foot onto the ground. Energy, heightened to its limits, burst out like lightning. However, Jinhyuk was even quicker. I will fuse Soul Vampirism and Phantom Sword. As the words ended, [You have sessfully fused the skills!] [You have acquired the skill Demon Soul Sword (SSS)!] [Demon Soul Sword Difficulty of Acquisition: SSS Details: On the 21st floor of the Tower of Trials, this skill is exclusively transmitted among the leaders of the Demon Sect associated with the martial world. It consists of a total of nine forms, and the ninth form has never been mastered by anyone except the founder. Although the Demon Soul Sword is recognized as one of the ultimate techniques, its a double-edged sword due to itsplete disregard for defense.] This was the reason he had spent time with vampires. To preemptively gain ess to skills that would normally take much longer to acquire. And to ovee an opponent that would normally be unbeatable by regr means. The price for hurting our Queen Mosquitos feelings will be returned a hundredfold. [Unique Ability Graveyard of Swords is active!] Talent of the Sword Demon. [Lv1 Demon Soul Sword is activated!] A sword technique revered even by the masters of the Demon Sect is replicated. Swoooosh The atmosphere around changed drastically. Jinhyuks foot took a step forward. That was the signal. Boom! Aggh! The impact felt like Mount Tai crashing down, transmitted through Mihails fingertips. A staggering stance. Even Mihails signature fencing, which could deftly deflect an opponents attacks like flowing water, was ineffective against such brute force. Before he could regain hisposure, Jinhyuk aimed his fangs at Mihails thigh. After concentrating his opponents attention on the Twin Dragon Sword, he delivered a sudden stealthy strike. ng! Yet Mihail managed to react to the sneak attack by a hairs breadth. Hmm Surprisingly cool-headed. It didnt seem like there would be any opportunity to find an opening with this guy. Not if he was going by the book, at least. Then how about saying this? Jinhyuk slowly uttered, And at that, Mihail, who had maintained hisposure until then, You you damned wretched human! How did youe to know of that! Finally showed signs of cracking. Chapter 146: The All-Out War (4) Chapter 146: The All-Out War (4) What are you so surprised about? Is it really such a shock that the Blood Waterport, the cornerstone of the Sorcery Form, isnt actually here? The gate that connects dimensions, the Blood Waterport. Everyone thought the magic stone that sustained the great magic circle was here, but in truth, it was not. Michel, ever so cautious, had removed the magic stone just in case, and had hidden it deep within the 7th floor without telling anyone. But Even the top-secret information unknown to Bertion and Ophelia had already been seen through by Jinhyuk. I cant believe it How do you know the location of the magic stone?! If you fight with those who have a lot of tricks up their sleeve often enough, you start to see a pattern. Those types always look for conservative and extremely safe routes to ount for all possible variables. So from the beginning, Jinhyuk had operated on the premise that the magic stone was not here. Stop with the bravado, theres no way you know the exact location of the magic stone. Its impossible, absolutely impossible! Bravado, huh? Well, to his opponent, wouldnt everything seem like bravado? Anyone who seems to be a little ahead would appear to them like a boaster full of hot air. Isnt it strange, though? Whats strange now? I made the effort to contact the Frost de Tribe, so why arent they showing their faces here? There was not a single sign of life in sight. The trolls showed no signs of approaching the ind either. Thats when Michels smile finally disappeared. He felt that the situation had deviated far more than he had anticipated. You dont n on having them join the fight here? Karakal might be quite strong, but theyre not powerful enough to turn the tide against you and yourckeys. Of course, bringing the entire tribe might have reduced the damage somewhat. But the result would be the same. More importantly, he hadnt persuaded the Frost de Tribe just to throw them away after use. He had approached them To send them to where the magic stone was located. More precisely, to gather warriors strong enough to destroy the golems guarding the magic stone. Thats all part of your calctions? Thats absurd A nervous tremor in his voice. Michelsposure began to visibly shake. The wless demeanor hed initially presented was gone, revealing vulnerabilities. Nows the time. Jinhyuk activated the Eye of Gluttony. [Targets Mana Barrier is significantly disrupted!] [The Luck and Adaptive stats are activated!] [Lv8 Eye of Gluttony prates the target!] [Michel, ????] Age: ??? years Level: ??? Strength ???, Agility ???, Stamina ???, Mana ??? Unique Ability: Blood Kin Skills: Lv?? ws Covering the Moon, Lv?? Mana Barrier, Lv?? Mana Drain There are too many skills to disy, so they are listed in folded state. [Copy Condition: Michel is a member of Decasushound and the ck Wings. An upper-ss vampire who is typically met only in the higher levels of the Tower. If you manage to survive this battle against the vampire, you can copy one of his skills.] Now that Michel was mentally shaken, the status window became partially visible. And the condition was simple: merely surviving to copy it. Now it seemed he had a fighting chance. Still, the difficulty was ludicrous, but it wasnt impossible. Oveing overwhelmingly powerful foes something he had repeated countless times. The magic circle will break soon. And Youre about to get beaten to a pulp by me. Having said that, Jinhyuk charged forward with a burst of speed. The gap closed instantly. The Twin Dragon Sword moved in sync with the Fang. Kwag, kwag, kwag, kwag, kwag! A massive scar was left in the wake of the sweeping strike. As expected The synergy of the Soul Devouring Sword and Grave of Swords was more potent than imagined. Cursed brute, you think simple strength is everything! Michel kept his distance with a look of disgust. You dont get it. Brute force is often the strongest. The intricacy of the Soul Devouring Sword was a wayward path. Lacking in brilliance or textbook precision, it had the ferocity to crush any fancy techniques. Pats, pats, pats! Sword energy poured out of the two des. The ck aura that engulfed the swords extended nearly a meter out. It was power of a different order. Managing the sword energy with such ease was something even Michel would struggle with. Jinhyuk elerated further. Bang! Kwang! Kwag, kwag, kwag! Every sh of the des caused a spectacr shower of sparks. Face, neck, heart, sr plexus every strike aimed at lethal spots. A moments inattention or mistake could lead directly to death. No time to blink or catch a breath. Just intuition and past experience to foresee danger. Faster. Just a bit faster Jinhyuk swung the Twin Dragon Sword broadly as he held Fang in a reverse grip. Michel naturally angled the rapier to block. The trajectory twisted, as anticipated. But it wasnt over. A second strike, taking advantage of the rhythm. Fang climbed up the rapiers de in a sh. ng! ng! ng! Once, twice, and a third time. This is! Michel tried to move the rapier in desperation but it was toote. The Fang, after a full rotation, swept past Michels neck like a whirligig. However Damn it. Jinhyuks face, who hadnded the attack, wasnt too bright. It wasnt a direct hit. Its shallow. The sensation on his hand wasnt cutting through bone but only a fewyers of the skin. Frustrating as it was, Michel had tilted his head at thest moment to let the strike slide off. An annoyingly tough opponent. Thought to be unmatched in reaction speed, it turned out Michel was just as tough. Blood droplets fell on Jinhyuks forehead. Michel slowly raised his hand. He brushed the wound on his neck. What stained his fingers was unmistakably blood. This is really something you keep surprising me. A human who hasnt even been chosen yet has managed to wound me. Michel smirked bitterly, as if hede to terms with it. I can see why Elris chose you. Indeed, being this powerful, its no wonder he was confident. Most likely, not many vampires could beat Jinhyuk 1 on 1. Even if the opponent was a member of the personal guard of the head of ck Wings But Dont be so cocky as if youve already won. Though it might be a strain, I haventid out all my cards yet. Michels voice sank low. At the same time, the aura emanating from his body turned icily oppressive. [Michel uses Lv?? ws Covering the Moon!] Michels hand turned ck. Kukukukukuku! The slender white fingers had be the ws of a beast. The zing ck mes were much more intimidating than the rapier he had held before. Now, it seemed he was ready to get serious. Jinhyuk gulped secretly. Tingling pressure. When he gets serious, its clearly different. Even if Elris was weakened by mana restriction and without her favored weapon, her lineage was unmistakable. Most opponents would be effortlessly swept away. And Michel had even defeated Elris in singlebat. This foe would be the strongest hed faced yet. But it was a mountain he had to climb. Besides The longer I wait, the worse it gets for me. While Michel didnt know that Jinhyuk had absorbed mana to enhance his powers, the gap would be insurmountable when the time limit was up. In other words To win, he had to make the opponent use all his mana, even for recovery. Then, a fatal injury would lead to a definitive end. Whether Michel knew Jinhyuks thoughts or not, Michel stretched out his wed hand confidently. In honor of considering you a real enemy, I too have drawn an appropriate response. Youve really gone full beast mode. After all that talk about me being brute and simple, it looks like youre the ultimate brute. Hmph, I admit its undignified. What choice do I have? Its burdensome enough to match you without wearing ill-fitting clothes. Im truly humbled to hear such words from someone of your high stature. As Jinhyuk continued to mock, Michel slightly tilted his head as if assessing him, staring intently at Jinhyukmore precisely at his lips. Hmm. Perhaps it would be best to tear off that mouth of yours. Its gone from annoying to unbearable. A chill ran down Jinhyuks spine. In an instant, using perfect timing, Jinhyuk ducked his head. At the same moment, the beasts ws sliced through the air. Your reaction speed is also top-notch. Keep quiet during the fight; you might bite your tongue. Jinhyuk, crouching low, gripped Fang tightly. From below. To above. The dagger was shot out like lightning. But Michel grabbed the entirety of Fang with his right hand. First, Ive taken care of one. His arm trembled violently. In terms of grip strength, he was no match; even using Giants Grasp, Michels force was superior. Kwaang! Although he struck back with the Twin Dragon Sword in his other hand, that too was captured. Pats, pats, pats! Sword energy and dark fighting spirit consumed each others mana. A smirk crept across Michels lips. Now Ive taken both of your toys. What will you do? Your only means of attack are blocked. Dangerous. If this continues Jinhyuk didnt ponder for long. He abandoned the Twin Dragon Sword and Fang, summoning the Aetherial Inventory. From beyond the flickering space emerged another relic made from the spirit Pentagris. The Mr appeared in the gap while Michels hands were busy holding Fang and the Twin Dragon Sword. It was a moment so fleeting it couldnt even be counted as a second, but it was enough. For a veteran, a second is as good as an eternity. I dont know why youre under that impression, but The bowstring drawn tight gleamed with a dazzling light. Im quite confident fighting medium to long range without a sword. [Lv7 Daylight is activated!] [Lv3 Crimson Magic Bullet is activated!] As the skills activated The world turned blindingly white. Chapter 147: All-Out War (5) Chapter 147: All-Out War (5) Sssssk! A path opened in a straight line. The ground where the snow had evaporated glowed red with heat. Having reached Lv7, Daylight had its activation time drastically reduced, leaving Mihael with no choice but to take two full-blown hits from the skill. Ive taken him down no, wait, thats not right. Ive fulfilled all the conditions for duplication. Jinhyuk clicked his tongue briefly. He had been so preupied with gging events that the habit had stuck. This is why habits can be so dangerous. But then, at that very moment. Whoosh! A ck talon shot out from the steam. Ill kill you! Mihael was livid, his fury reaching its peak. Slightly scorched, yet he was otherwise unharmed. What is this, its not like hes got an invincible skill equipped. How can he take a hit like that and still be fine? But now wasnt the time to be amazed by his incredible defensive power. A talon was already flying towards him, aiming to rip his head right off. [Lv10 cial Sculpture activates!] Boom, boom, boom! An icy wall that had materialized in front of Jinhyuk blocked the talon. But it was only for a brief moment. The ice shattered instantly. Even though more ice walls appeared in session, restraining the attack was far from easy. Pieces of ice crumbled like ss. Dont think something like this can stop me! Mihael closed in faster, spreading an aura of red fury. So, then. Fwoosh! Patsats Over Jinhyuks shoulder, five orbs of fire and twelve ice arrows materialized. He could afford to use multiple spells simultaneously without much stress as the essences effects were still in y. However. The fire orbs and ice that struck Mihael did not seem to inflict any damage at all upon him. It was like trying to crack a rock with an egg, only to end up smearing fried egg on it. Damn it. Is he a monster? I knew he was strong in offense, but his magic resistance is outrageous. Unlike the stone giant from the 10th floor, a sneak attack using Stars Blessing would not work against this guy. Jinhyuk infused his grinding teeth with mana. A faint glow began to emit from his longbow. Then, Crimson Bullet was rapidly fired. Pfft! Pfft, pfft, pfft! Red shes intermittently struck Mihaels body. [Mana is at 0.6] [Energy is at 0.5] [Mana] [Energy] This wont be enough to deal a critical blow to him. No one knew that better than Jinhyuk himself. Even though he was gradually absorbing mana and energy through Soul Drain, at this rate, it would take a millennium to deplete his foes mana. Therefore, while firing continuously, he steadily shifted his center of gravity towards where the fangsy. Just one more step. A single step forward would bring him into reach of the fangs. Jinhyuk lightly twisted the bowstring. The mana-infused string rotated in a counter-clockwise direction. An attack added with the maximum rotational force. It was an adaptation of the skewering technique Elise had just demonstrated. Whooooosh! A Crimson Bullet that left the bowstring flew low, almost touching the ground. Just as the shot veered towards Mihaels leg. It abruptly changed direction in a way that was borderline impossible, catching Mihael off guard. Kaboom! Argh! Mihaels head snapped to the side. A trickle of blood ran down his otherwise resilient skin. Now! Jinhyukunched himself forward and grabbed the fang. How dare you, to scar my face. Dont make a fuss over a little scratch. More importantly, what do you have to eat to get as tough as you? Ogre milk wouldnt even be a guess. Should I go begging for milk from a dragon? He wasnt even joking. If it were possible to possess such durability, it might be worth visiting the dragonir again. Yes, that level of risk was entirely manageable. After all. Its like sleeping through the Thousand Cmity Sword attack, isnt it? Imagining the stern, robot-like Sword Saints face rotting away, he already felt a perverse pleasure. Of course, there were also various scenarios that could turn the tide and fluster the opponent. While Jinhyuk grinned at the air, Mihaels eyes filled with intense killing intent. Do you find this situation amusing? Uh? Its clear how this fight will end. I just need tond one attack, while you cant afford a single mistake. Well, seems like it. So? Then for gods sake, show some damn tension! Please! Kaboom! A colossal ck me erupted from Mihaels hand. [Lv?? Infernal Hellfire manifests!] A skill equivalent to the dragons Hell Fire was unleashed. Mihael was not an Ancient-grade dragon, so its power must be inferior. But even so, a yer under level 100 wouldnt stand a chance. Even a mere graze by it would leave nothing behind, not even bones. Boom, boom, boom, boom, boom! The ck mes swelled with increasing size. It was now almost 2 meters in diameter. Lets see if you can stillugh when youre hit with this. Mihaels muscles swelled grotesquely. And at the peak of that expansion. Boom, boom, boom, boom, boom! Finally, Mihaels most potent skill was cast. As expected, he took the bait after provocation. Enticing someone into a trap shouldnt be this hard. But it wont be long now. Just a little more until that situation unfolds. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. No chance to dodge, huh. This skill wasnt just a simple toss; it could freely change directions, following its target to the ends of hell until it hit. Therefore Jinhyuk retrieved the second divine relic from his subspace inventory. Armor he had gained from the Samurai Guild in the Grey Temple. It was Perseuss Shield. Wooooong! As Jinhyuk concentrated mana into the shield, an indescribable light flickered from it. [The divine relic Perseuss Shield responds to its masters call!] [Physical defense and magical defense increase by 300%!] [Special ability Athenas Blessing activates!] [Athenas Blessing] Effect: For one use only, you can reduce the opponents offensive power by 50%, and temporarily increase the wielders own divine attribute stats by +100. If the ck me is the ultimate spear, then a divine relic imbued with Athenas Blessing is the ultimate shield. Jinhyukpletely wrapped himself with the round shield. Kaboooom! It was then that the ground shook with a massive impact. Jinhyuk clenched his jaws tightly. The sheer intensity of the heat almost made him lose consciousness, but he managed to hang onto his awareness by a thread. [Lv5 True rity Flowering Knights Mind Method supports the flow of your mana.] [Lv4 Mental Barrier alleviates the users pain.] [Unique ability Stars Blessing protects the yers body.] All the unique abilities and skills he had saved up activated at once. A kaleidoscope of lights ovepped. Almost there Jinhyuks eyes gleamed amidst the mes of hell. The unbearable heat that initially felt like it would fry every nerve in his body was subsiding bit by bit. Whether it was bing familiar or the power was waning, he was unsure. But one thing was certain: his opponents time was almost up. And in that moment. The ck mes slowly died down. As the smoky haze cleared, Mihaels face loomed into view, utterly perplexed. How, how is this possible! Even among the Upper Floors predators, those who cant survive this how could a mere human endure it? His most powerful skill had failed. It wasnt due to carelessness. Nor had he conserved any power. It was an all-out attack. And yet, it didnt take down that detestable human. Hesthat strong? Elise, who had witnessed the entire fight, opened her mouth wide in shock. She had no other choice. A single human, not falling behind in a battle with the lords personal guards. Even though Elise had been with Jinhyuk all this time, she hadnt realized his true capability up to this level. Only one exnation made sense. He just hasnt shown his full strength until now. That must be the truth. As he ascended the tower, faced countless named monsters, rankers from major guilds, and boss monsters, he had never once given his all. That was the reality. Then, at that moment. Mihaels hand erupted in the considerably wicked ck mes. Elise knew those mes well. Infernal Hellfire. Among the blood ns, its one of the most powerful pyrokic abilities known. It cant be stopped. Nor can it be evaded. Dangerous She felt the urge to warn him. To run away. Or perhaps take the mes herself instead. Elise struggled to her feet, her body wobbling with exhausted mana. However. The moment the ck mes engulfed Jinhyuk. Suddenly, something changed. Wooooong! With a brilliant radiance, Jinhyuk began to activate his defense mechanism against the ck mes. It was hard to believe, yet it was true. Jinhyuk was withstanding Mihaels full-force attack head on. Thump! Thump! Thump! As her heart pounded rapidly, Elises whole body shivered with anticipation and excitement. Maybe Just maybe it was possible. A yer, a frail being seen as little more than prey, could surpass the towersws and rules. To ascend to the top of the food chain. Then, when the hellfire had diminished, that moment came. Now! Elise yelled, almost without realizing it. Now its my turn. Tossing aside his shield, Jinhyuk gathered cryogenic mana. The recent attack had dealt significant damage, but the same was true for his opponent. Neither had much mana left. And when conditions are dire for both sides The one who scrambles up with tenacity is always thest one standing. [cial Sculpture Sword of Heaven activates!] Ice shoots descended from the heavens. [cial Sculpture Sword of Earth activates!] Ice shoots erupted from the ground, meeting to be one. Patsatsatsatsat! Aaaaagh! Mihael, encapsted within the pir of ice, screamed. It was like a silent cry of despair. But this wouldnt hold Mihael for long. At most, a few dozen seconds. After that, this monster would start rampaging again. I cant just leave it at that. Its not a 50/50 chance. Its vital to secure aplete victory now. Crunch. Jinhyuk stepped right up to the pir of ice. Close enough to strike, within each others lethal reach. A dangerously unguarded stance. Therefore, Mihael had no choice but to seize the opportunity. Youre an idiot! To walk straight into my range! With melting ice cascading around him, Mihaels voice resonated mightily. Your mistake of stepping into my range will be the reason you die today! An enormous explosion centered on Mihael erupted. Chapter 148: A Brief Respite (1) Chapter 148: A Brief Respite (1) Kukukukuku! The size of the massive crater created on the ground was nothing short of extraordinary. It was a skill known as the Ring of Fire. When activated, it could deal fatal damage even to oneself. But those caught in it could be turned to asha power capable of delivering a fatal strike. At such close range, even the most resilient of vermin wouldnt survive. Huff. Huff F-finally, hes dead. That detestable creature! Michael expelled a sigh as if a millenniums worth of congestion had been cleared from his chest. Truly, he had never faced such a tenacious opponent. Even when he underwent the test to earn the title of ck Wings, he hadnt struggled this much. But in the end. He finally seeded in killing his adversary. The fires temperature began to lower gradually. The turquoise me returned to its original crimson hue. Heheh. A smirk involuntarily crept onto his lips. Leaving Elis asideshe could be killed with just the gritting of his teethnow, all he had to do was deal with the Ice Trolls targeting the Golems and reorganize the forces at the Gate to prepare for the prelude to the great war. Everything had concluded smoothly. It should have ended there But just then. Movement was detected amidst the zing mes. It was impossible, no, it should not have been possible. No life could have survived in those raging mes. Nevertheless, as the sound of footsteps grew louder with time, Michael had to ept this reality. Crack-crackle. Tiny fragments of shattered ice scattered in the air. And emerging from among them was none other than Jinhyuk. How can you be No, this is impossible. This simply cannot be! Without a single wound, he looked perfectly unharmed. Despite Michael having sustained huge damage, exhausting most of his strength and magic. How? How was his opponent still in one piece? To his nearly desperate question, Jinhyuk simply shrugged his shoulders. I understand youre flustered, but. There was only a second, but I too have the strongest shield of sorts. An ability obtained after dealing with the boss monster, the Boulder Giant, on the tenth floor. 1-Second Invincibility. This was the final trump card he had prepared for this fight. AAAAAAAAH! Michael screamed. Kukukukukuku! A blood-red energy possessed his entire hand in an instant. It was more of an instinctive act to protect himself out of fear rather than actually trying to kill the enemy. But it was already toote. Jinhyuk was not one to be felled by such sloppy attacks. Whirrr! Whirrrr! Dodging the wed swipe through the air with ease, Jinhyuk infused magic into his fangs. The de, filled with green light, began to shine brilliantly. At the same time. The air around him rapidly changed. Devil Soul Sword Dance. A secret technique passed down only among the leaders of the Demon Sect. Therefore. Anyone wielding this sword was the rightful leader of the Demon Sect. And only the leader could perform the ultimate skill of this sword. First Form. This was the First Form of that sword. Though known to be difficult to master, the talent of the Sword Demon, unleashed through the Grave of Swords, eradicated all challenges. A power both heretical and frenzied seemed fitting. This is preposterous Shock seemed to shake Michaels pupils. Instincts that had preserved his life for thousands of yearsmanded him to flee. He knew if he got hit by this sword strike now, with his magic depleted, he would never recover. However, his body would not move as his mind willed. The energy amassed to its limit roared even more violently. Kukukukukukuku! It was as if a mountain had beenpressed into a single line. That very moment. As if signifying thepletion of the form, the magic was simultaneously unleashed. Devil Heaven Extermination. The ultimate sword of the Demon Sect, which proves ones strength beyond ranks. In that instant. It was reproduced by the hands of a single yer. Shwshhh! No need for flowery adjectives for the sh. An unwavering line was drawn horizontally. Michael gazed nkly at his body. His upper body crumbled away. Shwshh! Shwshshsh! Rough jets of blood sprayed in all directions. He was barely keeping bnce, but that, too, was nothing more than thest iling before death. And to think you avoided instant death amidst all this. You truly are worthy of being directly under the Patriarch. Krruugh Kuhuck! Dont feel too happy about winning now. By bothering us your life is as good as over. Michael, frothing at the mouth with blood, still cackled andughed. Typical of these kinds of people, always posturing to the very end. Hide Hide well only then might you live another day. Keke. Of course, its meaningless since the Patriarchs are already watching everything through my eyes. As expected. There are subordinates directly under the Patriarchs who can share their vision. This guy was one of them. This actually works out. Many are likely watching and listening from beyond, so I dont need to go out of my way to send them a message. I have no thought of hiding. No, even if youre in a hurry, Ill being to visit soon enough. What did you say? Though Michael asked in return, Jinhyuk calmly continued. All the ns that betrayed Elis even those Patriarchs sitting on that hollow throne. Be prepared. Next time we meet, I will reim the title of Patriarch of Ataraxia. This was a deration of war. A warning about what was toe. You will regret showing your fangs to the wrong person to the very core of your bones. [The Nobles of the Night are outraged.] [Several Patriarchs show a strong hostility towards you.] [Exalted beings from the higher levels of the Tower start to observe you.] Petty threats followed. Of course, he wouldnt have embarked on this journey if he could be scared off by such things. Jinhyuk, deciding he had heard enough, swung his sword once more. Shwshhh! That was that. Michaels headless body fell. The battle was finally over. And as if to prove it Ding! Ding! Ding! Rewards more splendid than anything hed experienced before began to appear one after another. [Your level has increased!] [Your level has increased!] [Your level has increased.] [] [Your level has increased!] A whopping rise by 10 levels. Considering the experience required increased exponentially with each level, the experience Michael provided was truly unimaginable. All that hard work paid off. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth rose satisfyingly. Indeed, the sweet rewards that followed a risky battle and bloodshed had the charm of making one forget all the exhaustion umted up to that point. With the condition for duplicating Michaels skills fulfilled, he could leisurely shop for new skills to duplicate. Hmm. What to choose? Jinhyuk casually stroked his neck. [Possible skills to duplicate are as follows:] [Eclipsing Talons, Dark Martial Arts, Shared Vision, Ring of Fire, Bat Transformation, Intermediate Familiar] True to being a direct descendant, Michaels skills were each extraordinary. Having fought with him firsthand, Jinhyuk knew this better than anyone. Whatever I choose for duplication wille in handy. Moreover, he could fuse them with future unique abilities and skills to create higher-level skills, so its the same as having guaranteed expandability. After a moment of contemtion, Jinhyuk selected one skill. Thats right. This is the best choice. [Youve sessfully duplicated the skill Eclipsing Talons(SSS)!] [Duplicated skills are stored in The Worlds Memory.] A skill that allowed one to manifest energy without a weapon. Eclipsing Talons would serve as a hidden card in emergency situations. Next were the stats to distribute. Immediately, Jinhyuk activated his status window. [Name: Kang Jinhyuk] Gender: Male Age: 27 Level: 55 Strength 22 Agility 22 Vitality 31 Magic 80 Sensory 100 Luck 10 Adaptability 78 Energy 7.79 Avable Stat Points: 39 Coins Held: 373,675 Profession: Rune Interpreter Unique Ability: Fusion, Grave of Swords, Stars Blessing, Judgment of Anubis, Blood Demon Energy, Mand, 1-Second Invincibility, Thousand Poisons Skills: Lv8 Element of Fire, Lv8 Eyes of Gluttony, Lv6 Sympathy, Lv6 Branding of the Wandering Soul, Lv5 Toxin Eater, Lv5 Shallow Breathing, Lv10 Ice Sculpturing, Lv7 Daylight, Lv4 Giants Grasp, Lv6 Pursuing Sword, Lv1 Double Agent, Lv5 True Taecheonghwarang Heart Technique, Lv6 Sword Demon Emperors March, Lv1 Blurry Scent, Lv4 Mental Barrier, Lv3 Heavenly Melody, Lv3 Otherworld Diner, Lv3 Crimson Magic Bullet, Lv2 Heavenly Net Earthly Trap, Lv1 Soul Siphon, Lv1 Devil Soul Sword, Lv1 Eclipsing Talons Barrier: The number of barriers known is too many, switched to folded up status. With 39 stat points umted. And he felt a surge of pride as he nced over the robust abilities stored away. Haha. This is crazy. Could any other yer wield so many abilities? Each one, a skill used by rankers and boss-level monsters as their mainstay. So what if the Towers trial has manifested in this reality and there are more variables than before? It hardly mattered. Unlike the past, he was armed with even better opportunities. Plus, he had ess to the optimal route that reduced trial and error, as well as special privileges hed earned by being the first to ever reach the Towers summit. If hecked confidence with all these conditions met, he wouldnt deserve to be considered a veteran. He had not yet reached the Towers mid-section, but already Jinhyuk had visions of the future dancing in his head. As for stats I should invest mainly in magic and distribute the rest across three points each. [Strength increased from 22 25.] [Agility increased from 22 25.] [Vitality increased from 31 34.] [Magic increased from 80 110.] As he raised his stats, everything felt tangibly different. Especially the magic aspect. Did it feel so different because I raised it by 30 all at once? Currently healing wounds using the True Taecheonghwarang Heart Technique, his confidence was even more assured. The magic circting smoothly through every corner of his bloodstream. He had be so adept with the technique that he could now handle it as naturally as breathing. Finally, what remained were items, the legacy of Michael. Jinhyuks gaze fell downwards. Arge ruby in the center with a unique pattern etched into a ck ne. Ive never seen such a pattern before. Whether it was a randomly dropped item or not, he hadnt seen such an item during his previous ascent of the Tower. Jinhyuk picked up the ck ne. But the moment he inspected the details of the ne through the Eyes of Gluttony. Huh? His pupils dted rapidly. Shock was inevitable. One of the details inscribed on the ne was too astonishing. Chapter 149: A Brief Pause (2) Chapter 149: A Brief Pause (2) [Powets Ne] Obtain Difficulty: Over Rank Description: A nepleted with the help of the gods by Powet, the High Priest. Specialized in sealing, it is particrly effective against beings of the dark attribute. (Note: This item can seal only one target.) A special item capable of sealing. Was it brought here to seal Elis again? He was momentarily taken aback by the astonishing twist. Considering all the actions and words thus far, he naturally thought they aimed to kill Elis, but it never urred to him that re-sealing was also a consideration. Is there a reason not to kill her? They must have realized the risk of her escaping? Jinhyuks gaze narrowed. There seemed to be more hidden intentions than met the eye. The reason they had decided not to kill Elis and keep her alive. Ill definitely need to take good care of this one. If its an item capable of sealing a high-ranking vampire, it could prove very useful in a variety of ways. Jinhyuk stored Powets Ne in his subspace inventory. At that moment. Kukukuku! The gates of the Blood Weypoint began to copse. Karacal and his Frost de Tribe had seeded in dealing with the Golems and destroying the Maseongseok, which served as the core of the gate. Impressive, as expected. Jinhyuk watched the debris of the disintegrating gate with aplex look on his face. He felt that todays events would change many things, but that was a worry forter. Yes. It was not today. *** Now I just need to get the Phoenix Feather and get out of here. The major tasks at hand had been wrapped up. Jinhyuk turned and began walking towards the center of the ind. The sound of snow quietly falling mixed with the sound of it being stepped upon, creating a rather poetic atmosphere. How long had he walked? A densely grown area with frozen white trees appeared. This ce was significantly colder than anywhere else, living up to being the coldest ce among the seventh stratum. Even the techniques learned from Yu Cheonyeong were barely keeping the shivers at bay. Its a veritable freezer over here. It was so cold he yearned for a hot bowl of ramen topped with thick slices of ham. If only he had some fresh kimchi and cold rice too it would be sheer bliss. It was during these frivolous thoughts. Whooosh! A fierce blizzard swept past. [The temperature has dropped below -65 degrees Celsius!] [Due to the cold, stamina will start depleting rapidly!] [There is a risk of severe frostbite!] A series of alert statuses appeared one after another. At the same time, something tinged with red light began to be visible at the center of the forest. Finally, its appearing. It was the Phoenix Feather he had been seeking. A regr yer would have been petrified by the bone-chilling cold and fled on instinct. Who would bother about a Phoenix Feather when it looked like theyd freeze to death right there and then? But that was precisely the defense mechanism the Phoenix Feather used to protect itself. If you turn back, the temperature drops even further. This meant the feather wasnt for the cowardly or the foolishly brave who would pay the price for their recklessness. On the contrary, if one braved the cold and pressed on, that path would be a way forward. It sounds simple, but I died to the cold several times before I figured this out. Back then, he had paid a hefty tuition in the form of experience points. Thanks to that, he was now in a position to reap rewards several times over what he had paid. Jinhyuk proceeded withrge strides. [The temperature has risen to -55 degrees Celsius.] [The speed at which stamina decreases due to the cold has significantly reduced.] [Frostbite symptoms are alleviated.] The status windows changed rapidly, but Jinhyuk continued on with a nonchnt expression, urging his steps forward. And finally. He reached the red feather at the center. [Phoenix Feather] Obtain Difficulty: AA (Material Item) Description: One of the feathers left behind by the mystical beast Phoenix. Simply possessing it alone increases resistance to cold by 500%, and whenbined withpatible materials, it can be used to craft items with very special abilities. He had gained a lot in this ce. He had leveled up thirteen times, gathered new items and skills, and even added various items to his collection. With the acquisition of Karacal and the Frost de Tribe, and the ability to utilize Ophelia as a pawn, this side is quite lucrative too. There was nothing toin about, a perfect oue. With that, Jinhyuk was certain. Among all beings within the tower, none was sipping the sweet nectar of sess as richly as he was. *** 39th Floor of the Tower of Trials. In the ancient castle bathed in the cool moonlight, multiple men and women were gathered. They were beings with snow-white hair and eyes swirling with redvampires, nobles of the night. And among them, those present here were the heads of the six great vampire houses. Spread across therge table illuminated by the soft candlelight were various delicacies only seen within the Tower of Trials. The cups made of crystal were filled with a somewhat sticky, crimson liquid. However. Despite the plethora of luxuries, the faces of those seated around the table did not appear joyful. They had no choice but to look somber. For they were all gathered here not for the simple pleasure of a dinner but Things have be troublesome. Who would have thought, Mikhail would fail A middle-aged man with an impressively styled beard spoke up. The rest of the household heads added their two cents as if on cue. I was surprised too. Its unnerving that one of the honored guards with a title would lose to a mere human He was strong, alright. His skills, especially his senses, seemed almost insane. The timing at which he used his skills felt frankly superior to mine. If his magic power wasnt so low, hed be quite the headacheter on. The short-haired woman and another with long hair reaching her waist shared their impressions. Just then. Looks like youve all lost your eyesight. Didnt I say this time and again? It wasnt that the fellow was extraordinary, but that entrusting the Dacascus familys fools was the mistake. If my house had stepped up, we wouldve not only sealed that arrogant Elis, but also kept the Blood Weypoint running smoothly. A man with sharp features sneered. And then. How dare you insult the Dacascus family! A furious outburst followed immediately. Kukukuku! The table began to vibrate violently. Crash! Objects fell and shattered on the floor. The castle was filled with a suffocating murderous intent. Hmm, forgotten by memory due to old age perhaps? Do you really think you could beat me? The toothless tiger of the Dacascus family? You seem to have forgotten, too, who contributed the most to our dominance over thisyer. Kwakwakwakwa! Their auras became increasingly dangerous. Their tangible magic power was nowrge enough to grind each others skin. The patriarchs, who represent the pinnacle of their kin, looked ready to battle. The entire castle could have vanished in an instant. Eventually. Fight if you must, its your freedom, but remember, youll also have to bear the consequences. The middle-aged man who first spoke interrupted. Startled. The two heads ceased their actions. The six house heads, though ostensibly equal in rank, had one exception. This man alone. Ascension of Ataraxia. The individual who seeded Elis as the head of the Ataraxia house. The moniker The strongest existing Jinjo was not for naught. Moreover, what truly matters now is discussing future matters, not flexing our strength against each other, wouldnt you agree? Well, thats true. I was just a little vexed by how the situation tangled up, so stop speaking so somberly. Agreed. I too shall exercise restraint. The two heads conceded, though not overtly. With the situation diffused, Ascension sipped blood from his crystal gobletthe only cup left unshattered on the table. Everyone knows the resources mobilized for this affair were considerable. It wasnt originally our ce as high-dwellers to interfere with the lower floors of the tower. Normally, high-dwellers shouldnt meddle with loweryers, but an exception required a fitting price. Massive amounts of coins or Maseongseok, or perhaps artifacts of equal value, were necessary. The six houses had poured an unfathomable amount of resources into this venture. All for one reason. To grow their power and ascend to higher floors. And. To challenge the towers final floor once more However, this endeavor has failed. With the Blood Weypoint copsed, gathering forces sufficient to strike the empire is impossible. Thats likely. So, are you suggesting we abandon the n entirely? The short-haired woman asked. No, Ascensions lips twisted slightly. Well use a different method. They may not be able to take overt actions like now, but there are always loopholes and detours to take. *** After a fierce battle, a time of rest hade. Everyone who had sessfully fulfilled their roles gathered around the freshwaterke to toast. Cheon Yuseong, Theresa, Yu Yeonhwa, and Lee Taemin also shook off the aftereffects of the intense struggle. The Ice Trolls of the Frost de Tribe finally freely indulged in their regained liberty. And Jinhyuk. To fully unleash the happiness of the moment, he decided to demonstrate his well-honed culinary skills. [You have used the Interworld Restaurant skill at Lv3.] A skill capable of satisfying the ptes of various races, its effect already proven even among the usually discerning Elves. Though he couldnt prepare much due to the harsh environment, Jinhyuk utilized fish from the freshwaterke and edible nts to assemble reasonably decent dishes. Pairing these with alcohol from the Frost de Tribe resulted in an excellent meal. To the great chieftain Karacal, cheers! To the human who gifted us freedom, cheers! Ooooh! Boisterous cheers erupted from every direction. Most were praises for Jinhyuk and Karacal. Thank you human. Karacal expressed gratitude with sincerity. His eyes trembled ever so slightly even as he spoke. After many years. How could he not feel gratitude to the one who freed them from a life of very? Yet. Hmm He felt a bit sorry to broach such a topic during these times but had no choice. No need for thanks. Jinhyuk smiled breezily as he handed over a piece of paper. What is this? What do you mean? It was a bill. For the fish painstakingly caught from theke and various ingredients gathered from here and there. Plus,bor costs involved in cooking couldnt be ignored. Oh, of course. The charge for freeing them was priceless and couldnt be measured in coin. This, this outrageous demand 20 20 thousand Maseongseok? And if you cant pay, it increases by 2,000 each month. But this, its practically very again! Well, very is a bit harsh. The Ministry of Employment and Labor would be troubled by such talk. This was a fairpensation for legitimatebor. Ordinarily, I should have taken 50,000, but you know, I gave a generous discount for our acquaintance. Cut so much that theres hardly any profit left, like doing business by digging soil, phew. Jinhyuk exhaled quietly. Seriously though. He sometimes pondered if hisrgesse was excessive. If everyone in the world were like me, thered be no need forws or police. Yep, certainly. Chapter 150: A Brief Pause (3) Chapter 150: A Brief Pause (3) The busy motions of the hands slowed down. Primarily because most bellies were filled, resulting in a cessation of additional food orders. Crack! Jinhyuk stretched himself out, relieving his stiff body. I guess thats enough cooking for now. It was time to address the hunger that began to gnaw once more. And, while at it, to strike up some conversation with his hard-workingrades. As he made his way past the trolls and inside, he caught sight of a few familiar faces. Hyung! Oppa! With the flush of alcohol coloring their cheeks, Itaemin and Yuyeonhwa waved excitedly. Over here! Come this way. Theresa moved to make some space at the edge of their gathering. Everyone seemed safe, which was a relief. Except for one. Except for the sulky-faced leech sitting apart. Hey, Im here. You hear me? I said Im here! Still acting as if I dont exist. It was almost as if my presence had beenpletely erased from his mind. Is it because I made those kids from the Central ins work like dogs? Or because I had them recite the lines I wrote down for them? This damn! Chunyuseongs pupils dted rapidly. Finally, a response. A grown man shouldnt get so bent out of shape over something like that. Thanks to you, the job went smoothly. Do you have any idea how embarrassing it was? Reciting those mortifying lines, I cant even lift my head in shame! Chunyuseong raised his voice, his chest heaving with agitation. Even a few trolls turned around, startled by themotionit was clear he was pretty worked up. But really. Yep. Im well aware. Jinhyuk nodded calmly. Who does he think hes dealing with anyway? Embarrassment? Shame? Pride? Ivepiled enough of those in my Naver Cloud tost a lifetime. From The Sunset Mncholy to Colonel Timo, my past is riddled with countless cringe-worthy memories. If I could walk around with just a trench coat and a cigar in tow without fear, what could possibly scare me now? Damn. Despite feeling somewhat sad after mentioning it, Jinhyuk brushed the emotion aside. Fine. Its my mistake for even mentioning pride or honor. I was foolish. Ahem. Praiseit is not! Chunyuseong ground his teeth. Always on the receiving end, he must have had a lot pent up inside. Indeed, it might be time to give him a break. I was generally nning to avoid indulging in male welfare, but there are times when it must be used. As one of the external directors of Veteran Corporation, it was crucial not to foster any ill will within thepany. Hoo. Alright, I get it. Youve worked hard enough, so Ill grant you one wish. Tell me, what do you want? One wish? Yes. As Jinhyuk gave a confirming nod, Chunyuseong stood up as if nothing needed to be said, his sword already poised in front of him. So this is what they mean by a chilling sword point. Why bother asking? Right now, draw your weapon. Hey you, thickheaded fool. We nearly killed each other fighting just moments ago, and now you want to fight again? Besides, wasnt the thing you really wanted to win against me in front of lots of people? Take a good look around. Where do you see many people here? Amidst this troll-filled situation, the oue of any battle would be nothing more than scars. We could post the battle as a video, but thats not what Chunyuseong would want. Like the duel we had before at the ball. Hed prefer a proper stage with an audience, thats for sure. Jinhyuk delved into Chunyuseongs psyche at that thought. Chunyuseong lowered his sword slightly. Then, whats your proposal? Dueling doesnt always have to be a life or death match, does it? Were not in the Roman Colosseum. A bloody fight isnt the only measure of ability. A different method forpetition? Thats right. For instance Ah! How about a hunting contest? Since well need to eat tomorrow anyway, the person who catches the stronger,rger prey wins. How about that? Fine. This time Ill prove that Im superior. Chunyuseong nodded, his eyes zing with determinationhe seemedpletely changed from moments ago. Hyung Yuseong. Considering youre likely to go through all that trouble only to lose, how about you just give up? Yeah. Oppa, you cant win against Jinhyuk oppa. Itaemin and Yuyeonhwa, who had evidently be informal with him at some point, each gave Chunyuseong their piece of advice. Mr. Yuseong. Do your best. On the other hand, Theresa tightly clenched a fist, sending a message of encouragement. Watching this heartwarming scene, I couldnt help feeling a certain warmth in my heart. Jinhyuk smiled with what could only be described as a dad smile. Just so you know, the most suitable and strong prey in the 7th stratum is mostly found in the sea. The sea creatures might be tricky to catch, but they taste phenomenal. The Sea Dragon Taitelos. With a length exceeding 10 meters and a vicious nature, this creature was a much-loved delicacy among veterans for its resilient and chewy flesh, akin to a fresh eels. No need for the advice. Im well aware of such details. Of course. The magnificent Sword Saint wouldnt be ignorant of such things. Keepughing. I will be the one to catch the biggest sea dragon. As Jinhyuk smirked, Chunyuseong activated his skill. [Chunyuseong has activated Lv7 Protective Strong Qi ().] A faint light enshrouded his entire body. Normally, Protective Strong Qi would be used to defend against enemys attacks, but Chunyuseongs version could also protect the body from water pressure and store a small amount of oxygen. With those capabilities, he was equipped for underwater activity. Without hesitation, Chunyuseong plunged into the water. Ssh! Waves rippled briefly before settling. Chunyuseong had vanished into the depths in an instant. Arent you going in, Jinhyuk? Theresa tilted her head, watching. In a hunting contest, time was of the essence. The quicker the move, the better the prey and position secured. This was meremon sense. Unless If it came to participating in the contest. Hm. Lets just let that guy win this round. Ill concede. Jinhyuk shrugged nonchntly. What? I admit defeat. Why bother freezing to death for this? Jump in there? Especially at the thought of battling sea monsters in saltwaterdefinitely not on my wish list. You mean to say, this was your n all along? To leave Chunyuseong to hunt alone? I just fancied some eel, its great for recovering vigor. And since he wins the contest as well, isnt this a win-win? What ahollow victory, though? Perhaps so. But. Its a fact of life that you cant have it all. Since hes learned that valuable lesson, he should be thanking me. Ahem. Anyway, the water is awfully deep and blue. Just looking at it makes you feel bone-chillingly cold. Jinhyuk clucked his tongue, gazing at theke. And then. The faces of everyone watching Jinhyuk contorted with horror and shock. -As expected No, this is just like him. -You fool Yuseong. Thats why I told you not to ept his challenges. Why cant you learn to give up after being crushed every time? -Mr. Yuseong. Keep your spirits up. Ive been tricked a few times myself. Just give up, its easier. -For the first time, I actually pity the human race. The vampire would cry out of pity in this case. Though their thoughts varied, one thing wasmon in everyones minds: If the devil himself were among the living, hed be standing right before their eyes. Delicious eel grilled so fine~ Yummy eel grilled so fine~ On Sundays, the Sword Saint turns to a chef. While Chunyuseong diligently fetched his game, Jinhyuk sat cozily next to a warm campfire. Warming his body, he wore the most contented smile in the world. The trial towermunity was, as ever, in a war for the attention of countless people. [Worlds first to conquer the 5th floors Clockwork Labyrinth.] [A history lesson in the tower with the handsome ranker from the Breming Guild.] [#Rank1 #OlympusGuild #OneOfTheTop7Guilds #PurpleGrade_Relics] Provocative titles. Taunting thumbnails. Risky rted searches. Everyone seemed desperate to edge the boundaries for more views. It was a given. In a market saturated with content, sensationalism was essential for survival. And Baekjinho from the Dangun Guild had prepared a secret weapon, a new video bound to stand out in this fiercepetition a battle against a hidden named monster on the 7th floor. The raid against Ice Drake was intensely chilling, but nheless, Dangun Guilds first attack team seeded in the hunt. Consuming the drakes heart would now significantly boost their resistance to cold. Well be the first to clear the 7th floor. Finally, we can shake off the king-of-no-realm stigma. Satisfaction curled Baekjinhos lips. His heart pounded with anticipation and excitement. You did work really hard. Ha ha. It was deadly tough, but it all ended well, thankfully. We seeded because were us. Any other guild would have been annihted before even approaching the drake. Of course. Others didnt even know such a ce existed, I bet 99% of them. The other team members apuded, congratting each other for their efforts. How are the reactions so far? Baekjinho asked cautiously. One man with multiple screensughed lightly. Hyung, you worry too much. When will you let go of your needless fears? Quit nagging and just tell meis it good or bad? If I had a penny for every time I repeated myself, Id be rich. Its skyrocketing, obviously. A hidden monster and Dangun Guildinevitably, a hot issue that would ascend the rankings effortlessly. The response in themunity was more than hotit was explosive. -Yasuo+Yone: Wow, there was such a ce on the 7th floor? -Seems like Thanos: I saw it for the first time too. Looks like a hidden route, ssic Dangun. -Line9985: Look at the coordination of the attack team. They move like a well-oiled machine. -Mochi Welsh Corgi: Agreed. Theres a reason why they have so many subscribers. Boom. There was no other word for it. The rapid-firements, tens with every passing second, were overwhelming to the eyes. Good. Only upon seeing those dazzling metrics did Baekjinho finally rx his stiff expression. This kind of reaction could predict nothing but massive sess. What about Jang Eunseok? Any contact? Cut off for a few hours now. Perhaps he entered some cave or coniferous forest, or a snowstorm could have hit. You know how the 7th floor is notorious for poormunication, right? Hmm Dont worry too much. That guys not someone whos taken down easily. Yeah, thats true. Baekjinho nodded as though he agreed. At that moment. Ding! A new video popped up in the trial towermunity. [Hall of Fame has been updated with a new video.] Everyones pupils shook with surprise. It was inevitable. Such an update wasnt ordinaryit was a video for the Hall of Fame! Hyung! I know! Im watching it too! The swiftly usurped top spot. An anticipated shift in viewers toward new prey was palpable. Damn it! Who the hell decided to throw a spanner in the works at a time like this?! Baekjinho roared like a madman. But as he viewed the following status window, all he could do was gasp. [The rights owner of this video is a Korean yer, Kang Jinhyuk.] Baekjinho felt his world copsing around him. Chapter 151: The Masquerade Ball (1) Chapter 151: The Masquerade Ball (1) [The video ys.] That short sentence I never knew it could hit so hard. Baek Jin-hos face went pale as he stared at the screen. How, how can this be His voice was barely a whisper. The contents of the video were nothing short of shocking. Gasp! What the hell is with those Ice Trolls? Alongside Baek Jin-ho, the yers from the Dangun Guild watching the video also screamed. They knew that Ice Trolls were among the stronger creatures in the lower floors. But the ones Jang Eun-seok was dealing with were on an entirely different level. Even through the video, the oppressive aura was palpable. They were strong. Among them, one troll of considerable size stood out as being in a different league. Its unbelievable that theyre being pushed back with that number of people. Its not just being pushed back, they arepletely A woman tried to say something but trailed off. She couldnt bring herself to say, Theyre being toyed with. But who could me her? It was clear to everyone that the Dangun Guilds raid party was being crushed without being able to put up any meaningful resistance. But the real problem started from here. Even though the troll chieftain, presumed to be an Ice Troll, wasnt killing Dangun Guilds yers. Instead, it was Jang Eun-seok who threatened a young Ice Troll offspring. -BrightlyBaldingAnn: Wow, seriously, what a character? -Mommy Ate Dirt: Well Winning is what matters. Its all about the sess of the raid. -KKK1004: I understand, but its not visually appealing. Do they really need to stoop to that when outnumbered? -yerSoakingInBugs: What are you talking about? Theres nothing more important than winning. Quit ying the saint. Are you going to take responsibility if you die while seeking honor? -DemonLordLevellingWithMartialArts: Matter of taste, I guess. Its not for me. I wouldnt expect this sort of behavior from a third-rate guild, let alone Dangun. Number one should taste like number one. -UrokWhyAreYouCrying: Right. If they are Koreas strongest, they should maintain their principles even in adverse situations. The worlds top seven guilds. And Koreas undisputed number one. Bearing these titles meant a great deal of responsibility. Even if it might seem unfair, that very weight of being number one demanded they embrace it all. But that stupid guy just crumbled the painstakingly built tower of honor. To the extent that it wasnt just tarnished, it was well and truly smeared. So Baek Jin-ho was raging beyond control. Aaaargh! BOOM BOOM BOOM! With heavy sounds, stctites were sliced cleanly off. Huff. Huff. Huff. That brat. Send the guys to catch him now. I dont care if hes on the 7th floor or at the top of the tower, just bring him to me! Baek Jin-ho shouted like a madman, but no one moved a muscle. Hey, you guys, listen to what Im saying Bro brother! The man watching the screen swallowed his saliva with difficulty. There Look at this. His finger pointed to a very familiar man. Only then did Baek Jin-ho realize what was happening. This they uploaded the video for this purpose? The nightmare was far from over. It was only just beginning. The screen transitioned. It was Jinhyuk. In an instant, Jinhyuk subdued Jang Eun-seok and engaged in a duel with the chieftain. Wow, unbelievable. How many points did he just use? Can a human even move like that? To think hes holding his own in a fight where an entire raid team couldnt Exmations erupted. The fight between the chieftain and Jinhyuk was like a sh of dragons and tigers. To everyones eye, the battle seemed to be on a knifes edge, with a single mistake potentially deciding the oue. However, only one person No. Baek Jin-ho, despite watching the same scene, had apletely different reaction. Where do they see an equal match? Most didnt notice due to the cunning editing, but as a high-ranking yer, Baek Jin-ho felt the disparity between them after only a few movements. A cat ying with its prey and a mouse desperately struggling. That was the true nature of their rtionship. And as if to confirm his suspicion As time passed, Jinhyuk began to thoroughly dominate the chieftain. Of course, he didnt forget to satisfy the audiences senses with appropriate theatricality and shy performances. Every movement and line meticulously calcted as if from a perfect script. -BrightlyBaldingAnn: Wow. Mind-blowing. The strongest in Korea indeed! -Mommy Ate Dirt: The strongest in Korea? In the world, theres no other ranker who can fight like that. -KKK1004: Agreed, agreed. Ive been a fan of Kangs videos for a long time, and while he was strong from the start, its astonishing how much stronger he gets with each new video update. -yerSoakingInBugs: But how high do you think hes climbed in the tower before? -DemonLordLevellingWithMartialArts: ording to the information we have, the highest climbers have reached around the 20th floor. Maybe around there. -ImReallyKingGwanggaeto!: Thats just a rumor. Look at the level of the yers now. Getting to the 10th floor looks like a miracle, doesnt it? -K.MeTaAtBeautyParlor: True, even the top rankers probably havent surpassed the 20th floor. -SuperModelInAYoungEaglesWorld: Who knows. If its Kang Jinhyuk, maybe hes gone further. -HowlsMovingCastleIsAwesome: Anyway, hes certainly an anticipated yer. Thements on the video from the Dangun Guild were starkly different. With hundreds ofments streaming in per second, it was a pace that even Baek Jin-ho had a hard time catching up with. Are they already nning to upload videos in the midst of risking their lives in raids? Baek Jin-ho bit his lip harshly. It was hard to ept. His stomach churned with jealousy and awe, but his eyes remained unwittingly fixed on the screen. Because it was captivating. Because it was overwhelmingly so. The fact they were rivals was forgotten. While the worlds guilds and people were focused on the yer Kang Jinhyuk, the man of the hour himself was currently undergoing a trying time. I must be crazy, why did I say that. It was good that hed left the party ande outside the tower for once. Yes. Up to that point, his n to unwind from recent events was perfect. The problem was Haha. Indeed, a chariot befitting someone as noble as myself. There she was, smiling triumphantly in front of him Queen Mosquito herself. Elise seemed pleased as she nodded repeatedly. She was currently in the Apollo IE, the only hypercar of its kind in Asia. A beast that cost 3.6 billion won on its own, and she casually acquired it by tossing a few gems at the dealer. She bypasses all theplicated processes involved in import regtions with her S-rank authority. Elise greatly enjoyed the novelty she could not have inside the tower. I shouldnt have told her she could do whatever she wanted because she worked hard. I thought she wouldnt go on another mindless shopping spree after buying everythingst time. But it seemed like I had underestimated the greed of the Ataraxia household head. Are you actually using all that stuff you boughtst time? I only wear clothes and essories once. Considering that, you seem to wear the same thing every day As Jinhyuk pointed out, Elises eyes widened in shock. This, this is because I have multiples of the same item! Her tone sharpened instantly. Right. You do know how utterly absurd this spending spree is. Yes, yes, my mistake. How about you buy a country while youre at it? Then everything in thatnd would belong to the most noble Elise, wouldnt it? Hmm. A nation Indeed, it would be absurd for a being like me not to have a kingdom. Perhaps its not a bad idea to establish an Ataraxia branch in the human world. Since Namsan Tower is quite high, perhaps we could build a castle there At this point, where she was seriously contemting this, there was no reason to continue the conversation. Jinhyuk sighed softly and left Elise to her daydreams. Unaware that she was left alone, she continued to immerse herself in the fantasy of building her own kingdom. Just then. Dding! A status window appeared in front of Jinhyuk. [You have received an invitation from Rick Hennessy.] [With this invitation, you may participate in the Masquerade Ball held at the 1st floor grand ballroom of the Trial Tower.] [The Masquerade Ball] Details: A social event for the highest-ranked climbers designated by the tower. Not only will it allow for the exchange of information, but various side events are prepared, so we hope for everyones participation. (Please note the ball is being held at midnight today.) Hm. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. The Masquerade Ball was one of the various event quests within the Trial Tower, typically urring after the 25th floor. He didnt expect one toe up so soon. Well, it is better to get it done early rather thanter. Back when Jinhyuk had reached the 25th floor, there were barely any yers left in the tower. Mostly curious newbies and BJs making a fuss over developing rare content every so often. While the ball was grandly decorated inside and fireworks wereunched, the only guest that arrived Was one. Not three, not two, just one. Yes. Damn it, just me. He remembered being alone in the room, dancing by himself in front of the mirror out of frustration before burning the ballroom down. Jinhyuk shook his head, letting go of the memories. Lets forget about that dark history. The situation was entirely different now. This time, numerous yers were climbing the tower. Besides, the chance to meet the top rankers from all over the world is definitely an attractive proposition. He had briefly met Namgung Cheon on the 7th floor, but the chance to get acquainted with prospects from Japan, North America, and Europe wasntmon. Of course, getting acquainted doesnt mean sharingughs and niceties. He coveted their unique abilities and skills, eager for a taste of the high-quality buffet they offered. He didnt deliberate long. Jinhyuk quickly spoke up. Elise. Huh? Lets stop shopping and get ready to go. We need to get back into the tower before sundown. What, what? Theres still a mountain of stuff I need to buy! And what about the chicken, tripe, salmon, and beer we were going to eat together? Elises shock nearly shattered the hypercars window. Not jokingly it seemed as if the wings shed hidden were about to be revealed. If she werent careful, raid teams from nearbyrge guilds might have swarmed here. Ca calm down. Calm down? What about my meal! We can buy as much of that as you wantter. Theres something far more important than that right now. The Masquerade Ball had an interesting point that no one knew. Not even Rick Hennessy, one of the organizers. A secret point. Chapter 152: The Masquerade Ball (2) Chapter 152: The Masquerade Ball (2) The first floor of the Tower of Trials is, in many ways, the mostplex of ces. It serves as the entrance for yers from all over the world and unfolds a field for hunting. It also has neutral zones like where Jinhyuk and Ellis are now, areas that monsters cannot enter. Is this the ce? Ellis looked around with a curious expression on her face. The walls seemed to stretch on indefinitely, and their height alone was imposing, reaching up to 50 meters. Yes. The masquerade ball is scheduled to take ce here. Jinhyuk nodded. The sense of nostalgia was overwhelming; it had been so long since he hadst visited this ce. The fric pace of leveling up and climbing the tower had given him little time to take a breath, contributing heavily to this feeling. [You have entered the neutral zone Nameless City.] As they stepped further in, an interesting scene unfoldeda bustling crowd. yers gathered from all over the world created a sea of humanity inside the zone. But what caught the eye were not the yers themselves but the beings interspersed among them, dressed inly, floating like ghosts. Those guys arent human, right? Those are the minions of the Intermediate Managers. They tend to handle all sorts of misceneous tasks throughout the city. Most yers were unaware that such a notion as Intermediate Managers even existed, not to mention these particr details. They probably just thought of them as NPCs within the tower. Of course, yers who received an invitation will start noticing their presence now, Jinhyuk thought with a corner of his mouth lifted in a smirk, walking casually down the street. A proper outfit would naturally be needed to attend the masquerade ball. He halted at a clothing store tucked away in an alley. Not particrly conspicuous, but this was a ce known only to those in the know, run by a craftsman of note. The choice wasnt solely for the tailoring skills, however. The door opened with a nk to reveal a goblin with green skin and a small stature. And there was another, very familiar man. What, you got an invitation too? Figures, the Sword Saint well, its only to be expected, I guess. A man with chiseled features and an aura that kept most people at a distance, it was Cheon Yuseong. Standing upon a rounded tform, being fitted by the goblin tailor, Cheon Yuseongs eyes widened in anger. Not too long ago, Cheon Yuseong had challenged and dropped a man into ice-cold water during a hunting bet, only to disappear after finishing his prey without even giving him a chance to fight back. Now, standing before him was the source of his irritation. Wait, I know youre pissed, but hear me out. Do you think I would fall for your silver tongue again after being tricked more than once? Cheon Yuseong reached for the sword he had ced on the table, unable to contain his fury any longer. The air immediately turned icy with tension. Ahem. I would advise against fighting here Even the goblin tailor paused, adjusting his sses. The so-called civilized man looked like he threw his manners into the dogs food bowl next door. It was infuriating to think that someone like him could be a doctor responsible for future patients lives. Nevertheless, Jinhyuk knew he had to intervene. If they actually broke into a fight here, it wouldnt just be the ball that would be interrupted, they would end up in the towers jail. No, seriously, this time I mean it. I was actually nning to trade you a sword at the ball. An exchange of sorts! Really! At this, Cheon Yuseong hesitated. A trade? Come on, man. You know I care about you, right? Let me get you something proper, not that scrappy thing youre so fond of. That sword you dont know anything about it. Below floor 10 So you think a sword with an option that increases cutting power by 30% after three sessful attacks isnt bad. But with that, youll struggle on floor 8 in that ce, wont you? How do you? Cheon Yuseong started to speak, surprised, but then trailed off. Of course, this damnable veteran probably already knew the specificities of the sword just by its appearance. He even predicted my next move Is he irvoyant or something? Feeling like his thoughts and actions were being read, Cheon Yuseongs pride was crumpled. Yet, what could he do? The maze on the 8th floor was an obstacle he hadnt been able to ovee, and if it meant getting his hands on a better weapon Lets stay calm, he thought to himself, focusing on his breathing, resolving not to fall into the same trap with this demonic creature again. Fine. Really. This will be thest time I trust you. Dont worry. Theres even a fourth verse to the national anthem, why would I deceive you again? This time, Jinhyuk really intended to provide a useful sword. After all, it took only one good deed to melt a heart, despite all the wrongs one may have done. Thats the nature of people, and why bad boys were so often irresistible. And besides It should be convincing enough for now. In reality, there was a hidden reason behind his promise to give away a sword: Cheon Yuseong needed to ovee that annoying maze on the 8th floor in order to focus entirely on training on the 15th floor. Only by training intensively and acquiring a unique skill could Jinhyuk copy it for himself. Given the 90-day cooldown on copying from the same target, by that time, he would be ready to copy it again. I wont be fooled this time. Ill make sure to secure that sword. Hehe, grow well, my skill shuttle, and adorn my status window. With both men harboring their own thoughts, the chilled air between them thawed. *** Speaking of which, is thatdy also here because of the invitation? Cheon Yuseong nced at Ellis standing behind Jinhyuk. She had been watching the two mens verbal tussle with great interest up until that point. Thats right. I too Ah. Shes also here for the masquerade. Jinhyuk swiftly intervened, wary that anyter and Ellis would have blurted out some cringeworthy, pretentious line. Really? Since floor 7, Ive thought she was a yer out of the ordinary, but which country does she belong to? Ah, thats a tricky question. Naturally, he couldnt reveal the truth. Lu, Lumania? Romania? What?! I am not from Ro-ma-ni-a, or whatever. I am the great uh! Once again, Jinhyuk covered Elliss mouth with his hand. Generally, somewhere over there. Apparently, a descendant of some fallen noble with too much pride. Plus, shes had some trauma, so she goes off on tangents easily. Just be a bit understanding. I see. Well, Ive finished here; Ill see you at the ball. Cheon Yuseong dropped the matter and left, paying the goblin tailor for the suit. Ive verified the 2,500 coins. Then, the finished suit will be sent to Mr. Cheon Yuseongs personal subspace inventory. With a polite bow from the goblin, Cheon Yuseong exited the shop. So, would you two like to be fitted for attire to wear to the ball as well? If I may suggest, you could opt for a unified ck ensemble for clothes and shoes. Hmm. Formal wear Oh. Formal wear, of course. I should get two suits tailored, but He pondered. Its not that. I am more interested in something else. Indeed, we offer bags and essories too, but those arent our speciality. How about Mantigrass scales, or Red Drake ws, or the roots of Yohwacho ()? I was hoping to purchase items like those. Ha ha. Those are all things you cant find on the 1st floor, Im afraid. Its beyond my ability to help you there. The goblins patronizing chuckle and dismissive shrug made him seem perplexed, as if Jinhyuk was looking for fish in the mountains. However, Jinhyuks smile did not fade. Really? The venerated Intermediate Manager cant find items like that? The time hade to y his card. The words were concise butden with underlying significance. The goblins pupils jittered just slightlya fleeting moment, but Jinhyuk caught the subtle change. You must be mistaking me with someone else. I am not an Intermediate Manager, merely the proprietor of this establishment. As expected, the goblin fell back on denial. Three. Jinhyuk began counting with his fingers. There are exactly three oddities Ive noticed. The goblin remained silent, waiting for him to continue. This was the first checkpoint crossed. Firstly, this store itself. Since I walked in, Ive smelled a sweet fragrance, which I recognized. Its the scent of Snowke Mustard Flowers that only grow on the 16th floor, known for fatigue recovery and mental calm. And there are other flowers blended in as well? Wildflowers from the marshes typically found in forest regions, Last Dewdrops growing only on perpetual snow peaks. Abination designed to synergize their scents. Isnt it strange? The owner of a small shop on the 1st floor possessing flowers that can only be found on the mid- or upper levels of the tower? And just for the purpose of air freshening? Silence. The goblins silent, but his expression had shifted slightly, harboring a tinge of curiosity about what would be said next. Secondly, you disyed no fear when Cheon Yuseong unleashed his magic. Goblins are considered among the weakest creatures in the tower. For such a frail creature to endure the aura of a yer whose average level neared 50? That simply didnt add up. Meaning, the goblin before them wasnt your typical, weak monstrosity. And,stly, you mentioned both of you when asking if we needed suits. Jinhyuk continued, prompting the goblin to object for the first time. Itsmon sense to tailor two suits for two guests, no? I cant see how thats a clue. No, its odd. Since the masquerade event has started, all entities in this city should be able to verify whether or not a yer holds an invitation. Whos a regr visitor, and whos the actual subject of the eventthey should know it all. However This friend doesnt have an invitation. Jinhyuk motioned towards Ellis. She wasnt a yer, but a genuine race member. An invitation was, from the start, nonexistent. If someone knew that and still assumed Ellis would attend the ball It means youve already heard about me from Master Rick. Naturally, if youre acquainted with the owner of a prominent tradingpany, then you too must lead an establishment of some importance. Likely one of Ricks higher-ups. I was surprised when I saw him, but thats enough talk for now. If the goblin had any conscience, hed stop the excuses after hearing this. Proving Jinhyuks thoughts correct, the goblin burst into a jovialugh. Haha! This is quite amusing. Rick mentioned an interesting yer, but I had no idea youd be so intriguing. However But Jinhyuk, there is one thing youre mistaken about. A smirk lined the goblins features, and Jinhyuks gaze flickered with uncertainty in response to what would be said next. Chapter 153: Masquerade Ball (3) Chapter 153: Masquerade Ball (3) I am not a colleague or subordinate of Rick. The words came out dry. Instead, he works for me. The goblin uttered an absurd truth. Could it be Was he suggesting that he ranked above Rick, who was a middle manager? Thump! Thump! Thump! My heart was pounding rapidly. Goosebumps spread all over my body. Looks like a big fish has shown up. That meant this goblin was one of the seven Senior Managers of the Tower of Ordeals. The beings even the Gods of the Tower couldnt afford to trifle with. Even Jinhyuk hadnt met all seven Senior Managers before reaching the top of the Tower. They were so shrouded in mystery that this meeting held a special significance. [Lv8 Eyes of Gluttony has activated!] [The level difference with the target is extreme.] [The Luck stat and Adaptive attributes trigger additionally!] [Eyes of Gluttony has failed to prate the targets status window.] I used it just in case, but only a red status window indicating failure returned. Even using Luck and Adaptive, I couldnt overreach. As expected, the level of a Senior Manager would have to bepared to the Gods, if not higher. Yet still. Not bad. Ordinary rankers would have struggled just to stand in the presence of a Senior Manager. The magical energy he unconsciously emanated was enough to nearly set the inside of the store on fire. If it were before, I might have fainted or copsed under the pressure. But now, it was different. I could feel that the gap wasnt so great that it waspletely beyond hope. Not far off. Yes, not far off at all. I could catch up much faster than before. Maybe, I might even surpass it. In the not-too-distant future. With that thought, my mind found calmness as if ice water had been poured over my head. Hmm. You dont seem too surprised. And even in the face of this energy, youre standing firm. To be honest, Im a bit taken aback. I didnt expect to meet a Senior Manager here, so it was surprising, I admit with a mischievous smile. But Ive been through more outrageous things. Thanks to that, Ive be someone who takes it in stride. Oh? You know about us then? he inquired. Ive heard rumors of the seven Uncrowned Kings. At Jinhyuks words, ! The goblins expression changed drastically, readable in his face. So this is where the expression surprise after surprise is used, haha. Indeed. Im very curious to know how you came across that information. But that would vite the rules of the Tower. The rules of the Tower, too Haha! Right, you are. Thats a realm I must not overstep. Anyway, this is interesting. It seems the reports Rick heard about yer Kang Jinhyuk were not exaggerations but understatements. You may have many questions about me, Jinhyuk continued, but isnt the important thing that Ive located one of the administrators hiding in the city? Jinhyuks smirk carried a hint of an Easter egg. In this masquerade ball, there were a few hidden quests. Such as detecting middle managers disguised as monsters scattered around the city. And substantial rewards awaited yers who discovered them. Knowing this, the goblin didnt pry further into the background of the information. Allow me to formally introduce myself. My name is Hasting. I am the manager in charge of the Towers first floor. I usually run a store here and make decisions about trivial matters. Trivial matters It was curious to think of what kind of dire events might ur if such a senior manager who oversaw the Towers significant affairs spoke of something as important. Kang Jinhyuk. Jinhyuk too introduced himself briefly. As yer Kang Jinhyuk has discovered one of the administrators, it only makes sense to reward you ordingly. So, what would you like? If you wish, I can also tailor a high-quality suit for you, free of charge. A joke, surely? I havente all this way just to receive a mere suit. A craftsmans clothes would be nice, but lets pass this time. Instead, I would like another invitation. If the invitation is for Not everyone can be left behind while someone else goes to the party, right? This is quite a demanding request. Ive aplished something demanding, so Im requesting something demanding in return. I doubt theres anyone else who has found an administrator like I have, right? Unyielding, yet Hasting seemed to take pleasure in such bold audacity. Puhaha! Indeed, youre right. Demanding a fair exchange is your natural right. Heughed heartily. Ah! And the clothing for both of you doesnt need to be measured. I already know the sizes. As a personal service, Ill prepare something fitting for you. Thank you. Its clear youre a remarkable person, but be careful, Hasting warned with a yful tone. Among the yersing to the masquerade, a few are quite interesting. Individuals who feel like theyre of the same kind as you, yer Kang Jinhyuk. After parting with Hasting, Jinhyuk spent his time in an empty lot on the citys outskirts. With about 2 hours left until midnight. There was just enough time to rx a bit. Here you go! Good job. Next, over here. Jinhyuk tossed a mana stone to Goguma one by one. Moki! Goguma jumped around joyfully, munching on the mana stones Jinhyuk threw. Crunch. Crunch! Just like a puppy chewing on a bone. Goguma kept munching happily. Thats right. Eat up. Youre our cutie. Jinhyuk nodded with a motherly smile. Truly, nothing felt more rewarding than seeing your pet grow. Even all the mana stones from Karakal wouldve been worth it. Oh! That reminds me Lost in the act of feeding, Jinhyuk stood up, remembering something. The unique ability he copied during the drinking session with Karakal on the seventh floor. Now was the time to test it. The vast and deserted field provides the perfect condition. I couldnt recklessly use my skills with someone watching, but with no one around, I could practice to my hearts content. [The unique ability White Tiger activates.] [For 5 minutes, attack power and attack speed are increased by 15%.] [A Invisibility effect is given to the held weapon.] [The degree of invisibility depends on the proficiency of the stats.] Golden parchment unfurled, and the unique ability held by Karakal activated. White Tiger. An ability that maximized attack power while also hiding the weapons trail. Jinhyuk nced at the fang held in his hand. The skill level is still low, so full concealment is impossible. Semi-transparency was more urate, creating enough confusion in vision, but just that much. To those somewhat experienced inbat, this level would hardly be a threat. But if I keep raising the skill level, itll be quite useful eventually. Being semi-transparent and fully invisible were entirely different stories. To be able to perfectly hide the weapons trail would be exceedingly frustrating for the opponent, especially in a life-or-death fight against an unknown adversary. Good. Now next [Lv10 cial Sculpting activates.] White snowkes swirled, making the de even more indistinct. Adding Fire Element further disrupted the view. Whoosh! Late evening, with the sun set. In the vast empty lot, where snowkes and mes coincided. Huuh Jinhyuk steadied his breath and invoked his unique abilities and skills in session. His hand grasping the sword reached forward. The bnce smoothly shifted. Thus. The talent seeping through the Sword Grave, and the rudiments of the Spiritless Sword, began to be reenacted through the sharp dagger. How much time had passed? Jinhyuk, who had been tirelessly wielding the dagger, finally ceased his movements. Huffhuffhuff My parched lungs begged for oxygen. Every cell in my body seemed to scream. An hour of relentless motion left mepletely drained. But rather than feeling exhausted My lips curled into an excited smile. Perhaps it was because it had been so long, but practicing the sequences between new skills was insanely fun. Even the sweat soaking my body felt gratifying. Its because of this thrill that I cant give up training. As Jinhyuk was regting his breath, it happened. Can I ask you one thing? questioned Elise from where she sat. The persistent nk expression made me think shed run out of energy, but that wasnt the case. Ask anything. Ive only encountered one Senior Manager myself. That too, only on the 40th floor of the Tower. A chance meeting was all it was. Senior Managers arent exactly easily met. What kind of reaction is that! Were talking about Senior Managers! Given your encounters with Egyptian deities, I suppose its no surprise to you, but those beings create the rules of this Tower! Elise raised her voice, her frustration and astonishment making her eyelids flutter. However. I know. What? Im aware of how dangerous they are, and what fate could befall anyone who underestimates them. I know it all. Jinhyuks voice held the tone of a dry reply. But it was not taken lightly. Almost like a monologue of a seasoned returner who had seen and worn everything down. His words carried the weight of something profound. How do you know so much? You even knew theyre called the Uncrowned Kings. Even among the n leaders, only I and that damned Excensian knew about the existence of the crowns Crowns were a hidden piece of the Tower, a top-tier relic symbolizing power. And it was the very thing every faction sought, frenziedly expanding their territories all to secure the crowns and ascend to the throne. But Elise didnt know. That there already was a yer who had gathered all the crowns of the absolutists in the Tower. Who surpassed the 50th floor. And conquered thest challenge on that level. I am who I am. That was enough. No further exnation was needed. Jinhyuk took out anotherrge mana stone and handed it to Goguma. Chomp chomp! Moki! Goguma devoured the mana stone in no time, wagging its tail contentedly. Her pink tongue tenderly licked Jinhyuks palm. Ha, I suppose asking for answers is futile. Fine. Youre my contractor, and were together right now, thats all that matters. Elise sighed in resignation, her questions unanswerable, but Jinhyuks overwhelming strength and unfathomable knowledge remained reassuring facts. As long as they were allies, there was no need for a stronger contractor. Just then, status windows appeared in front of Jinhyuk and Elise. [Hasting has delivered the orderpleted suits to you.] It was a notice that the clothes had arrived. Its about time to go, isnt it? The long-awaited masquerade is upon us. Wondering who else might have arrived. And how much fortune I could extract from within. I was already filled with anticipation. Chapter 154: The Promising Youth of the Seven Major Guilds (1) Chapter 154: The Promising Youth of the Seven Major Guilds (1) Buzzing with excitement! In front of a morous downtown mansion, there was no room to even set foot due to the crowds of people. Various guild yers and the press corps that came to photograph them, and onlookers hoping to catch a glimpse of any scraps that might fall their wayit was a scene reminiscent of a bustling marketce. A ball? Who would have thought there was such a hidden event? I heard only the most promising yers from around the world received invitations. For us, its like striking gold. Oh man. All the celebrities will be gathering in one ce. Isnt there any way to get inside? If only there were a way, the scoop of the century would be ours. Reporters licked their lips with fiery eyes. The excitement was understandable; after all, it was a rare chance to see all the top rankers together in one ce. It might well have been the biggest scoop since the emergence of the Tower of Trials. Thats when he arrived. Thud. Thud. Someone approached through the crowd of people. A man with a sharp look and a solid physique. Hoshikawa Yoshio, the master of the Japanese Samurai Guild. sh! sh! sh! Camera shes erupted dazzlingly. Hes here! Its Mr. Yoshio! Wow! The master of the Samurai Guild! The rankers from the Samurai Guild are here too! Good. At least we can get a shot of one person. In a sharp navy suit and brown shoes, Yoshio moved through the crowd with a heavily irritated expression on his face. Which brainless idiot leaked the information to gather all these people here? The ball was a hidden event. In other words, people other than the invited yers should not have known about it. Yet, the fact that so many reporters and pests had gathered meant someone with an invitation had leaked the information. His throat nearly burst with curses at the stupidity of it all, but for now, getting inside was the priority. I should have worn a mask. Wearing masks was the rule at a masquerade ball like this, but he hadnt anticipated such arge crowd and failed to prepare one in advance. He had thought he could just buy something suitable inside. sh! sh! sh! Camera shutters sounded even faster. Tch. Yoshio took out sunsses from his vest pocket and put them on. Although he didnt want to openly show his displeasure due to the guilds image, he had no desire to y along with this farce. These doomed losers, longing for what they cannot have, just parasitestching onto the strong for their sense of the future Among the many yers gathered here, not one was useful. Without strong leaders like himself, humanity would surely have faced ruin soon enough. And thats when he felt it. Chill. Yoshio got goosebumps all along his back. Something was among the crowd. A monster with an energy so sharp that it seemed to freeze the air. Has someone with an invitation arrived? It seemed the only logical assumption, as no ordinary yer could possess such tremendous mana. Yoshio focused his senses to locate the source of the mana And found it. A yer dressed in a ck suit, wearing a striking white mask. Hoh. The female didnt seem to have much mana, but the male was truly strong. Strong enough that victory wouldnt be guaranteed in a one-on-one fight. He had sparred with many rankers and conquered various mazes and dungeons, but this was the first time he had felt such excitement. And so, he felt anticipation. To whom did this yer belong? Were they a rival or an ally? All of these questions were intriguing. Seems youre here for the ball too. I am Hoshikawa Yoshio, in charge of the Japan Samurai Guild. His words took the press corps by surprise. What? Huh? Is Mr. Yoshio talking to someone? Whoa! Thats The spotlight shifted its focus. All eyes were now concentrated on one ceexactly where Jinhyuk and Ellis stood. Yoshio Jinhyuk nodded subtly. How could he not know him? The master of the Samurai Guild, Japansrgest, with a presence as sharp as a des edge. High level, certainly with a variety of unique abilities and skills. It sure is good when all the rankers gather at one ce. The mask ball was to Jinhyuk as a buffet of ice cream and bingsu, sandwiches, and macarons with mint chocte as the main theme would be to others. Jinhyuk quickly activated Gluttonous Eyes. Name: Hoshikawa Yoshio Gender: Male Age: 34 Level: 52 Strength 31, Agility 35, Stamina 36, Magic Power 17, Mental Power 44 Stat Points Avable: 0 Coins: 337,536 upation: Samurai Unique Ability: Koryu Martial Arts Skills: Lv9 One Stroke Two Splits, Lv8 Drawing Sword, Lv8 Tenshin Shoden Katori Shinto Ryu, Lv7 Sword Membrane, Lv7 Aspiring Heart Method Now Even the masters of the seven major guilds cannotpete with his level. Even with the monopolized hunt in the dungeons, they cant keep up with my growth. After all, he was vanquishing all the bosses blocking the next levels, so the gap in levels was just going to widen further. Considering the time invested in acquiring The Gap, the level difference was now not just a mere three levels. And considering the adaptive stats and the newly acquired essence stats, its on apletely different level. A world-ss ranker couldnt evene close. He had grown so much. But there was one catch. The condition for copying the opponents abilities remained just as troublesome. [Copying condition: Hoshikawa Yoshio is a top ranker representing Japan. To copy one of his unique abilities or skills, the following conditions must be met.] Overpower Yoshio using someone else, not yourself. However, this someone else must be a yer. If you fail, you can step in yourself, but you wont be allowed to use any weapons. Instead, you must choose one of the following to subdue your opponent with: a fork, chopsticks, a spoon, or a pencil. Damn. To ovee using someone else. Who in their right mind would fight against the master of one of the seven major guilds? Moreover, the task of suppressing that samurai was another problem entirely. Even if he personally stepped in, it was absurd to have to choose such an imusible weapon to fight with. Ill kill them. I will definitely kill them. No matter the rest, he would someday find the one who devised the system. And then make him fulfill all the copying conditions he had been subjected to. Once they experienced it firsthand, they would understand the sheer madness of what they had put him through. Huff Jinhyuk took a moment to sigh beforeposing himself. It wasnt his first time dealing with such absurdity. Hed gotten used to it by now. Thats when it happened. Hey, didnt you hear what the big man asked? If someone asks you something, you should respond. What kind of rudeness is this? A man standing behind Yoshio like an attendant stepped forward. Yoshio himself was tall at 180cm, but this man was on another level. About 210cm tall and easily weighing around 150kg. With his size, anyone would agree that he could pass for a sumo wrestler. Enough, Tsutomu. With a subtle gesture, Yoshio gestured for the man to stop. But Tsutomu, the man referred to, grumbled discontentedly. I know youre generous, boss, but you dont need to put up with suchck of manners. People like Nangong Cheon of the Central ins Guild wouldnt dare to be so rude to you, so why would these nobodys ignore your courtesy? Tsutomu! Yoshio raised his voice, but it was toote. Jinhyuk was not the type to stay silent after hearing such words. Ha Just as Jinhyuk was about to respond, Ellis stepped in. Dont hide cowardly behind a mask. Its dumb enough not to wear a mask to a masquerade. Whats even more bewildering is why a nipoop who didnt get an invitation is poking his nose into this. Ellis, who had been quiet till now, interjected. What did you say? Is the fat lodged in your ears too? Didnt you hear? The p-haired, bearded man told you not to do that. Just sit quietly and dont stick your nose where it doesnt belong. Oh! Dont bother replying. The smell of grease from your mouth is annoying enough. Hmm. Initially, she was a dignified, noble vampire, but being with him, she had reached the level where she could deal damage with her words as well. Corrupted by close association Jinhyuk shook his head, feeling somewhat responsible. The receiving end mustve been infuriated. As if proving his guess right, the man blew a gasket. You little brat, how dare you speak to me that way! A face flushed with rage, Tsutomu reached out his hand. Ill crush that tiny head of yours! [Tsutomu activates Lv7 Single-Point Crush!] An immense power that could turn even a rock into dust. The weighty attack specific to sumo wrestlers unfolded but just before his palm could grab Elliss head, something happened. This is ridiculous. A cold voice escaped Elliss lips. And then Boom! Something defying gravity struck Tsutomus nape. Gargh! The pressure was unimaginable, as if an invisible giant hand was pressing down. Gruurrgh Thick veins surfaced on Tsutomus forehead. Despite his rank, stacking multiple defense skills was just a futile attempt. Ellis could manifest a powerfully dense skill, thanks to the abundant supply of mana from Jinhyuk. There was no way an ordinary yer could withstand the infuriated attack of a genuine vampire. Rumble! Tsutomu shook uncontrobly without a chance to catch his breath. A mere little brat? How dare you, addressing me in such a manner? Ugh ugh Why cant you speak now? Just a moment ago you were running your mouth. Has your fat solidified so quickly? The anger in her voice intensified. Crack! Crack! The ground started to crack like the shell of a tortoise. At this rate The huge man would be crushed to death. It was then Yoshio decided to intervene. The rudeness of this man will be severely reprimanded by me. Lets stop here, shall we? Crossing the line would benefit neither of us. Why should I listen to you? Ellis snorted. Just then, Jinhyuk added his voice. Thats enough. Let it be. Its almost midnight, we dont have time to squabble around here anymore. But, but! Ellis. I said let it be. Ah, alright. Guess I have no choice. Ellis withdrew her mana. Ugh! Ack! Cough Barely alive, Tsutomu fell heavily to the ground. The tense atmosphere dissipated, but Yoshios expression was still full of tension. No wonder, really. I thought the woman was just a secondary character He had been dead wrong. A level of strength beyondparison. If he had stood in her ce, the oue would not have changed. Then How strong was that man who stood there unflinching before her? This thought made Yoshios throat dry, and he silently swallowed his anxiety. Chapter 155: The Promising Newcomers of the Seven Major Guilds (2) Chapter 155: The Promising Neers of the Seven Major Guilds (2) Its fortunate that theres someone with a rational way of thinking among them. Yoshio slowly opened his mouth to speak. However. Huh? Jinhyuk tilted his head in confusion, as if to ask what Yoshio meant. I mean, thanks for stopping that woman. If you had gone any further, we wouldnt have just stood by and watched. Ah! So thats what he meant. It seems theres been some misunderstanding Jinhyuk smiled. Then. [Lv10 cial Sculpture is activated!] Patsutsutsu Ice hammers suddenly formed in his hands. Jinhyuk clutched the ice hammer tightly and drove it vertically down. Crunch! A sound of bones misaligning came from Tsutomus back. Argh! A painful scream burst forth, but Jinhyuk did not stop. There was no mercy in his hammering, which, in a way, seemed cruel. Dont move. Does it hurt when I hit a bone? Crash! AAARGH! Hey, thats why I told you not to move. Whack! Argh! Ah. Sorry. That one was my mistake. That mustve hurt. Wham! Grooaaargh! Tsutomus entire body turned purple as he writhed with his massive body. It wasnt until he had beenpletely ttened like sludge that Jinhyuk stopped his hammering. Phew. Therger the surface area, the harder it was to hit evenly. You bastard. Yoshios voice grew stern. His waist vibrated and the handle of a katana appeared from the space there. However, Jinhyuk was not intimidated by Yoshios indirect threat. I didnt stop you to save your underling. It wasnt out of sympathy because of Eliss excessive harshness for a simple mistake. It certainly wasnt because he was afraid of the Samurai Guild or Yoshio. Rather. Its just that those who talk back to me need to be beaten by me to taste right. It kills the pleasure to let someone else handle those who need to be punished. Whether repaying kindness. Or seeking vengeance. All should be done personally. The people who heard Jinhyuks reason showed different reactions. Right. This guy. Hes been a devil all along. Elis immediately epted it. On the other hand, Yoshios face became even stiffer. We have an alliance with the Mind Guild. Are you saying youll act like this despite that? The superb guild led by Nangong Cheon, the best guild of China. With its vast number of yers and the unimaginable power of its top rankersrecently, their growth was said to be practically irrational. Of course, the Samurai Guild, renowned as the worlds best in swordsmanship, was also an enormous power that could not be ignored. To bare teeth against these two tremendous forces? It was no different from begging for death. We have an alliance with the Mind Guild Thats right. Are you starting to realize youve made a mistake? Well, I dont think its me who has made a mistake Jinhyuk slowly removed his mask. As the white mask came off, his bare face was revealed. Kang Jinhyuk! Yoshio inhaled sharply. His pupils were shaking violently. He met the yer he least wanted to encounter. I only heard he associates with Yu Yeonhwa, Lee Taemin, Theresa, and that Sword Saint There was no information on the silver-haired girl. Therefore, Yoshio had not predicted that his opponent could be Jinhyuk. Damn it He had drawn the worst card from the deck. They had to retreat here. Engaging in a fight with such a person wasnt part of the n. At least until after they entered the ballroom, they had no choice but to endure. There would be a chance to pay back this humiliationter. After all, he had prepared everything for this asion. Lets see if you canughter. The disgrace he suffered in front of the journalists must be repaid a thousandfold. Yoshio retreated one step, grinding his teeth. Good heavens Its Kang Jinhyuk. Koreas Kang Jinhyuk! So, he also received an invitation. More importantly, did you see? Yoshio couldnt even make a peep and just retreated? Even if its a big guild, they cant handle the yer Kang Jinhyuk. You can tell just by the videos that havee up. Hes aplete monster. Right Who in their right mind would pick a 1-on-1 fight with him? Exactly Youd have to be really out of your mind to fight him. The overwhelming prowess shown by the silver-haired girl and Jinhyuks appearance. As the two events intertwined, cheers burst from among the journalists. The scene was overwhelmingly powerful, creating a vast ripple effect. Chacha, chacha, chacha, chacha! Camera shutters began to dazzle with blinding shes once again. Theyd snagged a topic for the uing real-time search queries and headlines, so naturally they were busy. Just before entering the ballroom, Jinhyuk said onest thing. I dont care who youre linked up with or who you want to mingle with as if youre the bosses of some alley. To be frank, he couldnt care less if they just argued in their own domain. But dont be an obstacle in what Im doing. The eyes that had looked down on people just moments before. The heart that had sneered as if he was in an entirely different dimension from the likes of them. He understood. Because that was exactly how he felt looking at them. After all, no matter how hard you try a hundred times, youll fail to reach the top. That was all he had to say. Leaving a furious Yoshio and the unconscious Tsutomu behind, Jinhyuk entered the ballroom. [You have entered the event area.] With a dazzling light, the scenery before his eyespletely transformed. Ho. Jinhyuk let out a small exmation. The vast interior reminiscent of a pce. The chandeliers andvish decorationsmon in movies were more than he had thought. Its not bad. Considering its only on the first floor, its fairly livable. Be fitting for His Highness to stay for a while. Elis also seemed quite surprised, her rabbit eyes wide open. Hmm. Someone seems to have been stuck on the first floor for quite a long time. In the most hidden corridor on the first floor, that is. Why are you looking at me with those unpleasant eyes? You cant be thinking, Living in a windowless cubbyhole has only raised your standards without seeing other houses, and why are you rating them? It looks exactly like that kind of look? Surely Whats that sound of admiration? No, its just I thought you were truly different. Im even using Mental Barrier, but I didnt expect to be read so easily. Your mind-reading skill level is high, fitting for someone who has lived for thousands of years. What, what did you say! Eliss voice rose about two octaves. While she delivered a lengthy speech about the greatness of the Ataraxia family and herself, Jinhyuks interest had already moved elsewhere. He seems to be well-prepared. The scale of the past was considerable, but now it had reached a different level. Of course. More than the interior decoration, it was the yers wearing various masks that caught his eye. Inside the ballroom, several men and women had already gathered. At first nce, they appeared to be no ordinary skilled individuals. It was natural to say since they had invited the most promising people from around the world. Lets see As he concentrated, diversified magical auras scattered around began to stand out. One, two, three, four Just a rough scan and the count was easily over ten. It was aplete jackpot. Among them, the most noticeable were a woman in a ck dress with long blonde hair and a man with short blonde hair dressed in a ck suit. They hid their faces with butterfly-shaped masks, but in reality, these twins were too famous among rankers. Casey and Jude. More known as the depraved battle freaks, their battle style, which solely pursued primal stimtion, was recognized in Europe as one to avoid at all costs. Given that even famous sher movie directors would vomit watching their videos, its no wonder how unbearable it was for ordinary people. Nheless. Their specialty Sharing ability was quite tempting. During the main event of the masquerade, Ill have to acquire their abilities as well. Though it was difficult to approach them now, there would be plenty of chances to connect with the yers during the main event happening shortly. The main event of the masquerade ball. Exactly. The reason all these yers were gathered here wasnt merely to wear masks and dance. It was to catch the eye of the powers ruling over the middle to lower levels of the tower. To put it another way, to choose which force to align with in the future ascent of the tower. And Jinhyuk Among all those choices, he knew the best answer. So even after mentioning our name, he disregarded it? Yes. He scoffed at the mention of the alliance. My warning was futile just the same. Hmm The second-inmand of the Mind Guild, Liao Wei let out a deep sigh. Until just a moment ago, he had been thoroughly enjoying the feeling of floating on clouds upon attending this ball. But that buoyant mood shattered into pieces with Yoshios words. The reason was simple. Kang Jinhyuk. Once again, that relentless hound. Because of him, the heated atmosphere cooled down as if doused with cold water. Why did it have to happen when Nangong Cheon is away Only two yers from the Mind Guild had received invitations: Nangong Cheon and Liao Wei. However, Nangong Cheon had momentarily stepped away to receive a new sword from the Nangong family of the central ins. For the honor of the Mind, we must take responsibility for this. They had already faced a significant setback in the 5th floors Elf Forest, so they couldnt endure the humiliation a second time. It would be akin to smearing the guilds reputation. But On our own, its difficult. Reason prevailed over rage, steering him to this conclusion. Liao Wei coldly assessed the difference in strength between them and their adversaries. If they acted on emotion now, they would taste defeat once more. So what should be done? As he pondered deeply, Seems like youve got some worries. Someone spoke to him. A mere one-meter tall figure. A diminutive form appeared fragile, but no one could ignore him. After all, The person was one of the towers lower administrators who had invited them here. Ka Man? Tell me, who dared touch those belonging to my power? Kaman, closely linked with the martial arts forces, had been trying to recruit promising yers and various guilds into the martial world. As a result, he sessfully got his hands on significant cards like Mind and Samurai. Indeed, this attendance was granted in recognition of his aplishments, quite a sess for a lower administrator. No, its alright. Its nothing significant. Theres no need for you, Lord Kaman, to intervene personally Liao Wei and Yoshio spoke at the same time. Regardless of being high-ranking yers, a lower administrator was on a different level. Therefore, both found it difficult to speak to him. Kaman scanned the surroundings. Jinhyuk, wearing a white mask, caught his eye. I see. So hes the one who has been a thorn in their side. Which force does he belong to? So far, it seems he doesnt belong to any particr force. Given his character, he prefers to associate only with a select few. That meant. He could be easily crushed under the name of Martial World alone. Dont worry. Ill personally see to the strict reeducation of that insolent human brat. A sly smile appeared on Kamans lips. Chapter 156: The Promising Youngsters of the Seven Guilds (3) Chapter 156: The Promising Youngsters of the Seven Guilds (3) Low-rank administrator, eh This is turning out to be quite fun. Jinhyuk nced sideways with a look of amusement. Seeing the dwarf tribe administrator gathered with members of the Hu and Samurai Guilds, it was clear there was a hidden agenda. And as if to prove his hunch, Thud. Kaman approached slowly towards where Jinhyuk was standing. Ha ha. How is it, are you enjoying the martial arts party weve organized? Kaman smiled cheerfully. At first nce, he seemed like an innocent and cute little kid. True to the nature of his unicorn tribe, even the small horn poking out from his curly hair seemed endearingly charming. But the cruelty behind those piercing yellow eyes was a far cry from innocence. Yes, thanks to you, Im having a great time. Im d to hear that. Really d. Kaman nodded his head. But Jinhyuk knew the truth. Those words were far from genuine. However, we are quite ufortable because of you. I heard youve severely injured one of our guests to the point they cant even walk. Oh my. Did that friend of yours get hurt that badly? I guess Ill have to send flowerster. I hear Mexican cacti are all the rage these days Jinhyuk exaggerated his concern, sping his hands together. At that, the yfulness vanished from Kamans eyes. I can see why those two consider you such a thorn in their side. Facing you directly, Id also like to drive a horn into that smug face. An ordinary human jesting such words was infuriating enough for him. If it werent for the setting, he wouldve torn him to pieces on the spot. Zzzt! Zzzt! Zzzt! A prickling magical force pierced Jinhyuks skin. Indeed Even as a low-rank, an administrator is still an administrator. I understand youre getting heated, but dont you think it reflects poorly on an administrator to threaten a guest? You knew you knew I was an administrator? What, of course? And yet you still act so brazenly? Is there a reason not to? Ha ha ha! Ah This is truly absurd. Do you even know who youre messing with? If I really wanted to, a mere nobody like you would be! As Kamans rant dragged on, Jinhyuk sharply cut him off. Low-rank Administrator Kaman. Its fine to feel proud about earning your merits, but getting too full of yourself for just that will lead to a hard fall. You! How do you even know my name? Kaman took in a deep breath. The true name that only a very few among the Hu and Samurai Guilds knew. How could a human he just met know such a thing? Stunned as if struck by a hammer, Kaman momentarily lost his words. What are you going to do if youre shocked by just a name? If he really wanted to be surprised, At least The sacred relic of the unicorn tribe, the Lost Horn, I know on which floor of the Tower it is. Yes. Only this level of knowledge could rattle an administratorsposure. You damn monkey. Tell me how you obtained this information right now! Rumble rumble rumble! Kaman unleashed his magic. A massive storm swept through the interior. The surrounding yers turned to watch, as the atmosphere became incredibly tense. Speak! Tell me where our ns sacred relic is! The Lost Horn was a symbol of the tribes strength and also a scar of defeat for those who had failed to climb the Tower. Although the entire n had given up climbing and lived as low-rank administrators, that didnt mean they had given up on finding the horn it was that meaningful to Kaman and the unicorn tribe. As expected. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth subtly twisted. Even a high-flying administrator had their own weaknesses. To Jinhyuk, who had seen and known it all, exploiting such vulnerabilities was as easy as eating cold porridge. If you kill me, wont it cause you trouble too? For something insignificant like you to disappear, it wouldnt matter much. Dont worry about that. My thoughts are different. It seems to me youre making an enemy you cant handle. Ha ha ha! Who do you think is behind me? Theres nothing we cant handle! Kamans confidence had a reason. Wulin. A massive force with overwhelming influence in the 20s floors of the Tower. Even if they half-killed a yer here, with his and Wulins protection, they could easily mitigate the situation. After all, this masquerade ball was a stage solely influenced by the Towers middle floor powers. Rumble rumble rumble! The magic storm intensified. Both the yers observing and the giant forces watching with interest from the second floor, they all anticipated how this situation would end. The situation has be quite the headache. Do you always act without measuring consequences? Ellis sighed softly. Though grumbling, her palm swirled with a reddish glow of blood. It meant she was ready to join the fight if necessary. An existence that unconditionally bes an ally without asking for any reasons. Having someone on your side was certainlyforting. But not this time. This time there was no need to fight. From the beginning, expecting the interference of administrators, including a challenge from the other side, Jinhyuk had prepared a card in response. Just then, What is this mayhem? A familiar voice echoed from the direction of the stairs on the second floor. Beforeing here, Jinhyuk had oneint at the clothing store. A defect in the finished product. The button on the suit jacket seems about to fall off. Please fix it promptly. If ignored, I will post an extended review on the Tower of Trialsmunity. Naturally, a one-star rating will be my free service. Naturally, there was no defect. It was just deliberately created. However, due to the cute threat, the person who made the outfit had toe here. More urately, it was Jinhyuks curiosity-driven n to see what he was scheming. Whats all this chaos about? Descending the stairs was a goblin. Slowly, step by step. But with every step he took, the air inside changed dramatically. The magical power released by Kaman was long gone; instead, an alien force now dominated the room. Everyone present felt a chill. The neer was none other than High Administrator Hastin, positioned at the very top of the administrative hierarchy. By his side stood Intermediate Administrator Rick, as if volunteering as his aide. [A high administrator has descended!] [A partial restriction of the system is now in effect!] Not just the yers, but also the major yers within the Tower were seldom seen, stirring upmotion inside. Especially, the stir among the residents on the second floor was intense. Multiple voices from Wulin erupted. A high administrator is here. My gosh Im seeing one for the first time. Unexpectedly ordinary. I naturally thought theyd be some monsters several dozen meters tall. Dont be foolish. Its scarier that he looks so ordinary. Its better than being judged by appearances. Most people only realized that Hastin was one of the high administrators upon seeing the system message. Uh Huh? Kamans pupils shook like an earthquake. Tremble, tremble, tremble! Uncontrobly, his arms and legs quivered. Seeing even an intermediate administrator was rare enough in the lower ranks. And now, a high administrator, who could wipe out such intermediates with a single word, stood before him. The sovereign makers of the Towers loftyws, a heaven far out of reach for mere lowly beings like himself. Administrator Kaman. Yes? Yes! High Administrator. Kaman stuttered, nearly biting his tongue. In fact, he did bite his tongue a little. Blood seeped from his lip, but he had no leisure to care about that. Even if the world was ending right now, answering his inquiry was more important. Why were you treating a guest I invited so rudely? Please, exin yourself. High Administrators invited guest? Could it possibly mean? Kaman nced aside. Jinhyuk, humming a tune nonchntly, came into view. Is that human your invitee? You heard right. yer Kang Jinhyuk received a direct invitation from the high administrator for this ball. Rick added his piece to the conversation. Then everything clicked. Now he understood why that man could be so confident. Is is this even real? The lower administrators were strictly restricted from essing certain information, and thus unaware of Jinhyuks encounter with Hastin. Focused on recruiting for the Hu Guild, Kaman had overlooked how far Jinhyuk could have reached. And now, these small details cumted into the current situation. But no amount of regret would change the past. Seeking the higher-ups mercy was the only way to avoid obliteration. I I was unaware of If youre unaware, would that solve everything? No it doesnt. Kaman bit his teeth hard. Administrators must always maintain fairness. However, some ept bribes and favors from various forces behind the scenes, amodating their interests. Hastin clicked his tongue. Im not singling you out for me. There are more than a few like that. And it would be unfair to ce all the responsibility on you. Besides, I can overlook some transgressions as long as they dont cross a certain line. Hastin continued speaking. However, this case is an exception. If administrators harm guests theyve invited, who will respond to our invitations in the future? Everything you are saying is correct. Good to hear of your repentance. Now, apologize. Yes? If youve done wrong, isnt it only natural to apologize to the aggrieved party? Or, perhaps youre only pretending to agree with me outwardly? Of course, not! I would never dare While stooping low, Kaman slowly turned around. There stood Jinhyuk, arms crossed, smirking triumphantly. Thats right. Thats right. Now, give a good apology. Im sorry Please forgive me this once. His pleading voice slipped out. A manager pleading for forgiveness from a human. This humiliation would be etched forever alongside Towers existence. But Jinhyuk wouldnt stop at just that. No chance. [Video recording nowmences.] A so-called immortalization. Everything would be shared for all to see inside and outside the Tower, courtesy of Jinhyuk. Knowing that the recording function was active, Kamans face twisted even more miserably than before. But what could he do? Refusing now would directly incur the wrath of a high administrator. We cant hear you. Im sorry. Did you skip breakfast? Louder! SORRY! Thats it! Put some power into your diaphragm! IM SORRY! Finally, after an almost sobbing apology rang out Kaman could escape this nightmare. Youve really yed that administrator. Hes quite capable. Indeed, worthy of all the attention. But he doesnt seem to be in good terms with Wulin. If we approach him rashly, wed need to be prepared to conflict with Wulin too. Numerous voices echoed. The reactions were mostly simr. To recruit Jinhyuk would mean shing with Wulin, one of the great powers on the 20th floor. Therefore, It seems we absolutely need to secure him. Another power of the Towers middleyer, rivaling Wulin. The Empire began to make its move. Chapter 157: Choosing a Faction (1) Chapter 157: Choosing a Faction (1) The martial artists world and the Empire. The two massive forces had been at odds over the hegemony of the middle floors of the Tower for a long time. As their powers were quite simr, neither could recklessly bite at each others necks. However, they both knew that to ascend to the higher floors of the Tower, it was essential to absorb the others forces and bolster their own ranks. To rise, one had to fallthat was the stark reality. And then, A middle-aged man from the Kingdom of Cdium, part of the Empire, felt his heart pounding fiercely. Indeed, my eyes have not deceived me. All this time, he had been observing numerous yers, seeking out those who could benefit the Empire. But finding a satisfying talent was not an easy task. Of course, that was to be expected. The bar was high, but the average level of the yers was disappointingly low. In the end, the focus had to shift from finished yers to those with high potential for growth. The Central Continent Guild was tempting, but because their roots were intertwined with the martial artists world, persuasion was impossible. Consequently, dark clouds loomed on the horizon. Especially now that Namgung Cheon, with his overwhelming talent and full backing from the martial artists world, was growing stronger each day. Just as the delicate bnce was tilting, A ray of hope appeared for the Empire. Kang Jinhyuk. A yer who stood out even among all the yers by being the first to conquer the lower floors of the Tower. If they could secure him! The tiresome war with the martial world might finallye to an end. Namgung Cheon might be impressive, but Jinhyuk held far greater potential and growth values. Despite what others think, I trust my own eyes. Yes, Jinhyuk was at least several steps ahead of Namgung Cheon. Penheimer clenched his fist firmly. At the age of 17, he had manifested the Aura de and boldly joined the ranks of the Empires 100 Knightsa true monster. Thus, he was confident in his ability to recognize a genius talent. Please make the right choice. The main event of the uing masquerade. The multitude of choices there and the oues that followed, Would determine the future. A storm had just passed. With the downfall of the low-ranking manager Kaman and the image of the Central Continent and Samurai factions taking a hit, Jinhyuks stock, having received a personal invitation from a high-ranking manager, soared unchecked. Everything was as Jinhyuk had nned. The atmosphere is ripe; time to get started. Namgung Cheon and Cheon Yuseong had btedly arrived at the ballroom, and the initial impressions, alongside some eating and drinking, wereplete. It was time for the curtain to officially rise on the stage. At that moment, Ahem. Ah-hem! Rick cleared his throat. His voice spread throughout the banquet hall, amplified by magic. yers who had been idly biding their time stopped what they were doing. All eyes focused on Rick. Now that youve all enjoyed yourselves, let us exin the reason why we have invited you here. As you know, the masquerade is an event to gather promising yers among those climbing the Tower. To prevent a future where failing to conquer the next floor within 90 days meant destruction. Hoping for the rewards that would pour upon the first yer to see the Towers summit. Or perhaps searching for something more Everyone hade here with a purpose. Although their motivations and determination might differ slightly, their ultimate goal was the same. Some of you may already have guessed but in fact, the true objective of this ball is something else. The real objective. At those words, everyones eyes narrowed. Today, we are here to choose which factions yers will join as they ascend the Tower. Other yers who were not invited will also have to make their selectionter, but you have the opportunity to set foot in new territories one step ahead of them. In other words, pioneers. Or, less favorably, guinea pig testers. With no information avable, they had no choice but to trust their instincts. Rick finished speaking and snapped his fingers. Then, Ding! [The main event of the masquerade has started.] [Prove your value.] Name: Faction Selection Difficulty: Undetermined Details: Choose one of the dungeons,byrinths, or ruins between the 10th and 30th floors of the Tower of Trial to challenge. yers who achieve high merit points during this event will have an advantage in faction selection negotiations. To choose a floor, press the red button in the center of the ballroom and then state the floor you wish to challenge. Please note, once the challenge is chosen, it cannot be reversed, so make sure to discuss thoroughly before making a decision. [You have been awarded 100 merit points.] [Rankings will be disyed based on merit points, and you can purchase various items by investing your points during the conquest.] [A yer can only receive the protection of a faction once.] As series of pop-up windows appeared one after another the Faction Selection event of the ball had finally begun. While yers like Jinhyuk and Namgung Cheon maintained theirposure, not everyone did. A faction selection? What the hell is this? What kind of factions are in the Tower? Arent we climbing on our own? How is this all supposed to work? Confusion ensued among the yers. They had gathered here, thinking they would simply forge friendships and alliances. They hade to revel in the fact that they were special, different from the others. Then, they discovered that waiting for them was an event of apletely different scalemuch bigger and more significant. The unexpected turn of events left them rather bewildered, but those feelings did notst long. Fretting orining would change nothing. The important thing was to create the best possible oue for the future based on the information at hand. Most yers quickly epted the reality of the situation. It seems like a hidden quest. Yes. After all, if the middle floors of the Tower necessitate alliance with the factions there, securing a spot in advance is not a bad idea. Actually, this could be taken as a great opportunity. The yers weighed their benefits with cool heads. They were not called promising rookies for nothing. Twenty yers gathered near the stairs. The first to speak was Maria from Europes mega-guild Olympus. Although the situation has taken an unexpected turn, it seems we all need to cooperate to clear the quest. The avable floors to choose from were from the 10th to the 30th. These were floors that only massive raids of hundreds or more yers could barely attack. However, only 27 yers were present here. Regardless of their status as top-ranked yers, conquering any dungeon in that range with such few numbers was impossible. In the end, it was clear that sess could only be achieved by working together. Hmm. Although merit points are important, pointless actions leading to failure wont mean anything. Moon Gyu-ho, the master of the Tangun Guild, also showed a sign of agreement. Cooperation, huh Well, we have no choice. Yes, for this asion, we need to unite. Heads nodded in agreement across the board. Now that we have a consensus, what should we do? We should probably choose a dungeon that is close to the 10th floor, right? The higher the floor, the exponential risk involved. Rewards mattered, but not as much as life. Around the 10th floor should be fine. I know of a dungeon on that floor where Im familiar with the weaknesses of the named monsters. It should allow for rtively easier conquests. As long as wepete fairly for merit points, that would be our best option. As everyone contributed their thoughts to find the optimal oue, Suddenly, a shrill rm cut through the air. [You have selected a floor.] [The chosen location is the Valley of the Ancient Kingbyrinth on the 25th floor.] [All yers present will be transferred to the respective area in 30 seconds.] shy red status windows flickered, And the yers expressions contrasted starklylost, as if they couldntprehend what was happening. Damn it! Who chose thebyrinth without consulting anyone!? Not just any its thebyrinth on the 25th floor of the Tower. An uncharted ce that no one has yet ventured into! A floor where the average level isnt even 50 how are we supposed to go there? Near-panicked cries echoed through the air. Even theposed rankers couldnt maintain their calm this time. Especially since it wasnt just any dungeon, but abyrinth that had been chosen. It was a situation so precarious that imagining the danger was nearly impossible. Naturally, scornful res turned toward the yer in the center of the hall, pressing the button. Thats when they saw Huh? What? I chose because no one else did, whats wrong? Jinhyuk stood there with a nonchnt shrug and an innocent look on his face. At that moment, Swoosh! A swirl of blue magical light enveloped the yers. Spatial teleportation had begun to activate. Darn that damn fool, if youre not going to stop him, what the hell are you Get ready, everyone! Its starting! Damn it, Kang Jinargh! Leaving everyones curses behind, Everything around turned pitch ck. When their vision returned, everything had changed. [You have entered the Valley of the Ancient King on the 25th floor of the Trial Tower.] A site reminiscent of an ancient temple spread out before them. A series of steep, sun-reaching steeples. Carved stone statues stood facing each other, their swords crossed above their heads. And then, A passage just wide enough for one person was revealed. Thery the entrance to thebyrinth. Keugh. Even if its been a while, the scale here is truly grand. Jinhyuk let out a small sigh of admiration. He genuinely understood why travelers would leave thefort of hotels to explore the wilds and endure hardships. Such a spectacle simply could not be experienced at a holiday resort. Just then, yer Kang Jinhyuk! What were you thinking when you did this! Maria, who had been teleported alongside him, yelled out. Her pale face resembled What could it be said? A terrified hamster? Who would have imagined that the praised grand magician would ever be so fearful? Uh, you dont seem to like it here? Of course not! Who would choose such an absurd floor! It would be a miracle if even half of us No, if a single person survives Marias voice trailed off. So, this is what a dead mans eyes look like. . .Phew. Other yers who had been teleported with Maria also had looks of despair. Not all showed such despair, of course. Hehe. Its Kang Jinhyuk. Brother. The thrill-seeking siblings, Judro and Kecy. Their gaze towards him was far from normal. Hasbing mentioned crazy people with a dangerous aura, were these siblings it? He had heard the saying, not in their right mind, but this was quite perilous-looking. At that precise moment, Whirrr! Another person emerged in a cluster of blue light. Oh? This guy came here too. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. Chapter 158: Choosing a Faction (2) Chapter 158: Choosing a Faction (2) Woong! With a bright light, a new figure appeared. Ryao Wei. He was the second-inmand of the Zhonghua Guild. Mr. Ryao Wei! Maria greeted Ryao Wei warmly. Due to the randomly assigned traits, the current yers were scattered in small groups. Thats why they desperately needed even one more strong power. Ryao Wei also let out a sigh of relief. Phew. Its lucky I ended up with such capable people But then. While speaking, Ryao Weis words trailed off as he noticed Jinhyuk, who was distractedly looking elsewhere. Is he also here? Yes. Im not exactly thrilled, but it seems we have no choice but to work together. That is so. Grind. The sound of gnashing teeth seemed particrly loud. It was natural to feel anger, being in the ce chosen because of its absurd difficulty. However, since the situation was so desperate, they couldnt freely me anyone. Ill tolerate it for now. The Zhonghua Guild and Samurai Guild were already in cahoots with Moorim, a massive force. For this faction selection alone, it meant they had aparative advantage like no other. In the end, no matter how skilled a veteran yer was, they would bepletely tied down this time. Thinking this way, the frustration inside him eased up a bit. Hm. Hmm. Hmmmm. Unaware of their thoughts, Jinhyuk hummed a tune and surveyed thebyrinths entrance. The main theme of thisbyrinth was guarding the tombs of the ancestors. Naturally, countless traps awaited inside. Tired tales of invaders disturbing the rest of the dead kings shall be met with death. Something like that. Just then. We are going in now. yer Kang Jinhyuk, please join us. Maria called for Jinhyuk. With Jinhyuks inclusion, they started to delve into the details of the raid. First, a brief exnation. There are six of us in total: one tank, two melee damage dealers, two ranged damage dealers, and one support healer. The number was woefully insufficient, but fortunately, the bnce was somewhat maintained. The formation wouldnt copse all at once. Lets move carefully and proceed step by step. Ill stay at the back to check for traps since I have the most experience withbyrinths, so please follow mymands. Alright. Lets do that. Damn it. Even though its the 25th floor, its not impossible if we do as weve done so far. Everyone nodded in agreement. The tank took the front, with the melee and ranged damage dealers taking up their positions behind. Despite the small numbers, the formation seemed rather solid, thanks to each individuals outstanding abilities. And then. Seeing this, Jinhyuk smirked to himself. Textbook strategy. But that was all. The traps in this ce werent the kind you could survive by simply being prepared. Of course, since theyve never been here, they wouldnt know such facts. Lets see how it goes. Jinhyuk silently advanced. In utter silence, so profound that even heartbeats were audible. Everyone was on high alert, not knowing when or where the traps would be triggered, reaching a peak in tension. Right then, as Maria at the rear passed between two statues. Kukukukuku! Suddenly, the ground shook violently. It was a trap. Ill put up the shield! Maria shouted. The tank raised his shield high, and the damage dealers crouched down, ready to leap at a moments notice. They didnt know what type, but instinctively they felt something significant was about to happen. [Vermin who invaded the Valley of the Forefathers, heed my words!] A grating voice echoed throughout the valley. The noise came from above, from precisely where the two statues stood. Monsters? No, its not moving at all. Maria decisively drew the line. The statues stood still as if nailed to their spots. At least they didnt have to fight those colossal giants. But still, why? Marias face was colder than ever, her whole body gripped by a dangerous aura. Something was wrong. The situation was rming. At that moment. [Graverobbers need a punishment befitting them. Lets see your wretched bodies withstand the wrath of kings!] From the sword held by the statues, a translucent wave of energy erupted. Patsatsatsatsat! There was no avoiding it. The waves breadth was too wide, forcing the yers to absorb the impact of the light. Kuagh! Aaaack! [Physical and magical defense values will change to 0!] [The probability of suffering critical hits increases by 100%!] [All resistance to piercing attacks disappears.] [Resistance to the 5 elemental properties vanishes entirely!] [All unique defensive abilities and skills be] The multitude of status windows that appeared were like a death sentence being read out. The shields magic I cant feel the magic at all. Maria mumbled desperately. If only that light had been an attack, it would have been better. The debuff given by the statues was that despairing. This How can this be? Such absurd constraints If we fall for even one trap, it means were dead. Moreover, given that they could feel waves of simr types far away, it was clear that other yers teleported to different locations were in the same dire situation. Their chances of surviving in thebyrinth had now dwindled to almost zero. It was obvious. The tank that should have been leading boldly. The sub-dealers who should haveyered shields and buffs just in case. The main dealers who should dive into enemy lines, relying on just one survival skill. They all had lost their wings, so to speak. Thats why. No one present. Realized that one of their party had disappeared. *** Cough. Ugh, what a damp air Having entered thebyrinth, Jinhyuk looked around. Left, right, front, back. In the darkness, he could only rely on dimly glowing algae on the walls to guide him. Yet, there was no hint of anxiety on Jinhyuks face. If getting grazed means death, then I just need to avoid being hit. Simple. He wondered why nobody else had realized that. If they had, they wouldnt be so despondent. Ah! It would be impossible for others to make a no-hit run here. In hindsight, it seems he was the one who had missed the obvious. Always a problem to think only in terms of his own standards, he mused. As a gesture of reflection, Jinhyuk bowed shortly toward the entrance of thebyrinth. Out there, yers would still be panicking, clueless about what to do. Just stumbling around in the most important early part of the area that the factions were closely monitoring. It seems like securing the first ce public merit point is already a done deal. Jinhyuk stretched his body then picked up a pebble he found on the ground. He then threw the pebble into the inner parts of the passage. Whooom! The pebble, flying in an arc, didnt go far. Kwakwakwakwa! Boom! Kwaang! Where they thought was solid ground copsed like sand. From the walls, dozens of fire arrows and ice spikes crossed paths. All this happened in less than a second. A yer without defensive capabilities trying to pass through here is near-impossible. Even if they avoided the wave, surviving these traps was no easy feat. And these were just the traps set up at the entrance. As one went deeper, the traps would be more powerful and patterns moreplex, so the quest could be considered a failure already. However. That was the tale for the average yer. Its a different story for me. Jinhyuk approached a nearby wall. Carved withplex runes and ancient text, the stone wall held secrets. It should be around here Brushing away cobwebs and dust with his palm, the engraved letters became clear. Found it. His well-earned instinct hadnt faded, even after a long absence. And thus, no matter how high the floors went, a veteran yers advantage never diminished. Like now, finding backdoors even in ces known for their extreme difficulty. To reinterpret the enchantment that constructed thebyrinth, Jinhyuk also activated Moons Mark. [Moons Mark responds to the ancientnguage!] A soft light emanated from the tattoo on his shoulder. Simultaneously. Part of the solid wall cracked. A blue line started to trace along the wall. The line soon formed a rectangle. [A passageway to the Tombs of the Ancestors reveals itself.] [You may choose only one door per person.] [Time remaining: 0h:0m:60s] Five doors materialized. Above each door was a symbol representing one of the five elements, all emitting fiercely intense light as if alive. Jinhyuk scanned the symbols one by one. Fire, water, earth, wind, light. No matter which he chose, the path wouldnt be easy. After all, those passageways led to the named monsters representative of the five elements. Naturally, fighting one of them with nerfed defenses would mean risking life in a fierce battle. Yes, the probability of death would be overwhelmingly high if there were a fight. If theres a fight, that is. Now 40 seconds. The sands inside the hourss descended quickly. Time was running out. Jinhyuk clenched and unclenched his fist. 10 seconds. The moment to decide was approaching. Yet, Jinhyuk remained motionless. Instead, he summoned his Fang and Twin Dragon Sword from the subspace inventory. And at that very instant. [Time haspletely expired.] The sand finished its descent. Kieeeee! With a fierce roar, something started emerging from the five doors. By not making a selection, the monsters inside were all released at once. Hwarruk! The first to emerge was a fiery element breathing mes, a Smander. Less than 1m in size, but as an essence of fire, even a Smander alone was a formidable entity. How dare a mere human set foot here. Ill roast you to the bone and swallow you whole. The Smander flicked its tongue. Are you threatening me? Saying youll kill me? My mission is to eradicate intruders. And if the subject is less than vermin, the Smander replied, I will incinerate without mercy. Is that so? Jinhyuk nced down. Then. Yip! Sweet Potato raised its tail high, as though incensed that its master was being threatened. Kukukukukuku! The atmosphere vibrated violently. Above the monsters were legendary spirits and essences. And atop all the food chains was the most formidable lifeform. The Ancient Species. [Sweet Potato activates Lv4 ze!] Chapter 159: Choosing a Faction (3) Chapter 159: Choosing a Faction (3) Ugh, its been a while since Ive left my dwelling. I was really bored, truly. Thanks to the intruder, we got a chance to stretch our bodies. Its fortunate. Umm. How long has it been since I breathed the outside air? Everyoneis too noisy. Keep it down, would you? A wind elemental resembling an innocent girl, Sylphid. An earth elemental in the form of a small golem, Gnome. A water elemental with the appearance of a mature woman, Undine. A light elemental taking on the shape of a listless boy, Wisp. The four elemental spirits each emerged through their respective gates. They all seemed excited for a rare outing, having been confined for so long. Of course, their excitement was for the brutal handling and amusement of the intruder. But then. Huh? The wind elemental, who emerged second, cocked her head to the side. Something was off. Before hery a red lizard with its head buried in the ground and hands sped behind its back. Ugh Sweating profusely, its limbs trembling. It was hard to believe that this was a smander, notorious for their ferocity. How did this happen? Why are you like this? The earth elementals eyes widened, as dirt fell from its mouth. Has it gone mad from being trapped for too long? Pull yourself together, smander! Where did you sell your pride as an elemental to assume such a pitiful stance? Keep it down, everyone. The rest of the elementals were equally flustered. It was then. Mooogi! Goguma unleashed its skill, Piiel. The roaring sound reverberated along the passageway. A magical power rivaling Dragon Speech dominated the space. Aaaaah! Gasp! What is this?! All of a sudden. The color drained from the elementals faces, turning as pale as the earth. At that moment, they understood why the smander was so frightened and had curled up its tail. Even fully grown summons and elementals dared not encroach upon the territory of ancients. In the presence of an Ancient Dragon, arguably the most special among ancient creatures, who could dare to bare their teeth? Considering they were only intermediate elementals who had not even reached adulthood. The fight was over before it had even begun. What are you waiting for? Theres a spot next to that fire lizard. Firste, first served; why arent you bowing your heads? Jinhyuk sat on a rock, tilting his head. None of the elementals understood why this mere human couldmand an ancient being, but that wasnt the important question right now. They had to hurry. To be faster than anyone. And to bow their heads more passionately than anyone else. That was the only way to survive against this overwhelming ancient creature. Thump! Thump! Thump! Thump! Soon after, the five elemental creatures all bowed their heads in submission. The five intermediate elementals representing the major elements. Who would have imagined they would see such proud beings with their faces flush red? But this was no dream or fancy; it was the damn reality. Well done, Goguma. Jinhyuk gently scratched Gogumas neck. Mogi! Goguma enjoyed the strokes with its eyes gently closed, its tail swaying contentedly. Now then The question was how to deal with these creatures. Jinhyuks lips curled into a smile. Though you may not know, this sweet potato here is one of the outside directors of our Veteran Corporation. To be exact, it held the position of Sales Director. Just in time, ourpany is hiring interns for the next half of the season, any interest? Naturally, refusal meant death. Failure to get hired also meant death. I really want to join! Me too! In tasks given, were known to perform exceptionally well! If it means serving with the ancient being, Id follow to the ends of hell, hehe. Id prefer you to speak more quietly. But I also want in. The elementals mored one after another. True to beings who lived near-eternal lives, their attachment to existence was extraordinary. Hmm. While Im proud to see such enthusiasm for ourpany, I personally dont like to brag without substance. I hope you all can understand. Whoosh! A bright me flickered at Jinhyuks fingertip. The power to enforce a binding oath. It was the Seal of Soul Fire. Once the Seal was imprinted, the elementals bodies trembled faintly. [The elemental spirits of the five major elements swear subservience to you.] It feels like picking up gold off the street. Thump! Thump! Thump! Jinhyuks heart raced uncontrobly. It was a feat he wouldnt have dared to attempt in the past, taming intermediate elementals known for their strength andplexity. Our growth is bing more efficient. The path to the summit of the tower. Although the addition of characters as variables had increased the difficulty, such positive variables easily offset that part. No matter how much more difficult it became, it was possible to cope. No, its beyond that. At the current pace, he might surpass the records of the past, and far sooner than expected. To prove it. Ding! Several status windows appeared one after another. [You have earned 5,000 points of merit!] [Current merit point rankings] 1st ce: Jinhyuk Kang (5,100P) 2nd ce: Nangong Chun (450P) 3rd ce: Cheon Yuseong (190P) 4th ce: Maria (150P) 5th ce: Patrick (130P) 6th ce: Yoshio (125P) The gap with second ce was iparable. Understandably, everyone else would be somewhat immobile in this situation. Jinhyuk reviewed the rankings. It was expected that Nangong Chun would be near the top, and it wasnt surprising that Cheon Yuseong, who disliked idleness, would also make it to the top. Elise, who found everything bothersome, wouldnt care about passing through the traps, hence not being within the ranks. And the rest. They must be watching each other, paralyzed by the penalty of the defense nerf. Its hard to rashly enter traps when a slight graze could mean severe injury and a direct hit, death. Even the ones with strong hearts might reluctantly hesitate. Using this psychological gap, he had been siphoning off the rewards. But this stalemate couldntst forever. At best, in a few dozen minutes, theyll gather their wits and start moving. That would be inconvenient. If yers started dying en masse, all the me would be directed at him for choosing the 25th floor. Before those with valiant stupidity embarked on their reckless challenge, he needed to wrap up the next step quickly. Jinhyuk closed the merit points window. About time they start showing some interest Just as he thought that. [A number of factions are showing great interest in you!] [The Empire sends you their admiration for your overwhelming performance.] [The Martial World feels fear towards your existence.] [The Elemental Realm finds the presence of the Ancient Sweet Potato extremely intriguing.] [A total of 13 minor factions would like to join forces with you.] [The Third Faction expresses a very strong affinity for you.] Indirect messages from various factions poured in. The Empire, the Martial World, the Elemental Realm. Just as expected, the prominent yers had entered the fray. Including the numerous minor factions, quite a few powers had taken a strong impression of him. Well, if theyre not interested after seeing this, they must be out of their minds. Overwhelming performances, the ability to find solutions in adverse situations, and even meticulous nning of the overall game. He had all the qualities that factions eager to expand their territory could wish for. They must be drooling at the sight. But what caught Jinhyuks attention wasnt the Martial World, the Empire, or the Elemental Realm. The Third Faction. To think even they would reach out. Things were getting more interesting. Maybe it was possible to make the situation even moreplicated. Heh A hollowugh came from the lips of Penheimer, the Sword Master of the Cdium Kingdom. Even when the character of interest had chosen the 25th floor of the tower, the atmosphere in the banquet hall heated up rapidly. It had to. At the current level of yer skills, they would never breach thebyrinth on the 25th floor. Especially the debuff effect, negating all defense, was a formidable shackle, even for a Sword Master. But then. Not scared, is that it? His rxed demeanor with a smile on his face, even amidst the panic of everyone else. It was like he had chosen this floor not without reason but with conviction. The expectation turned into reality when, shortly after, there was the discovery of a hidden route leading to thebyrinths entrance followed by the revtion of doors representing the five elements. Then, anticipation grew about which elemental to fight next. But, to think hed choose to fight against all five What is he thinking? Penheimer clenched his fists without realizing. Each one of the elemental spirits was a powerful named character, taking on all five simultaneously was akin to suicide. Of course. All those worries turned out to be unfounded. This cant be Those damn elementals are cowering And to think theres a yer who owns an ancient being. We havent secured an ancient creature on our side yet. What kind of method did he use The faces of the residents on the second floor were contorted in shock. The supreme life forms were hard toe by even in the middle levels of the tower. Just witnessing one was astonishing, but the creature under scrutiny hadpletely tamed an ancient being. The purity of the ancient being, eager for its masters attention, was a never-before-seen urrence. As the head of the Muyong family representing the Martial World, Muyong Soo also felt a chill run down his spine. Hes far more dangerous than I thought. He had been aware of Jinhyuk since the fifth floors Elven Forest, but that was solely rted tobat. Not just military strength, but knowledge about the tower too, is off the charts. Perhaps He could even bring significant changes to the entire tower, not just the middleyers of power. But all the shock was merely a prelude. Huh? Whats that? Wait a moment! What followed Caused the residents to run out of words to say. Alright. Begin! Jinhyuk nodded. Then. Earth! Fire! Wind! Water! Light! With shouts echoing. The elemental spirits leaped from all directions,ing together in one ce. Due to intimidation and fear, there was no hesitation or awkwardness. Excellent! Their movements were near perfect, swelling pride in ones chest. But that was not the end. The real climax was starting right now. When the five powersbine! The voices of the elementals merged into one. Elemental Special Forces! Just like superheroes making their entrance, the five elementals gathered together. Wow! Jinhyuk rose to his feet with exuberance. Even Gogumas eyes sparkled, repeating Mogi, mogi. Thats it. Everyones passed as interns! p! p! p! p! p! Jinhyuk apuded, seemingly truly impressed. There was no way to deny them. They had a debut befitting the Veteran Corporation. Just then, as Jinhyuk continued to marvel. [The Empire wishes to speak with you.] [The Martial World wishes to speak with you.] Both factions representatives sought him out at the same moment. They took the bait. Hook, line, and sinker. Now the real game begins. Jinhyuk steadied his breath. Chapter 160: Selecting a Power (4) Chapter 160: Selecting a Power (4) [You have epted the conversation request from Martial Arts World.] Jinhyuk nodded as if he had been waiting for this. Then. The figure of a stern-looking old man with white hair appeared. Its been a while since Ist saw someone from the martial arts world. Jinhyuk looked at his counterpart with interest. The counterpart also looked back at him with a mix of emotions. However, he quicklyposed himself and brought up the main point. I am Moyong Soo, the leader of Moyong n. Ah, the Moyong n. Thats a good ce. Its one of the five major ns, right? On behalf of the martial arts world, I will offer you a chance. If you join us, we will specially forget all the foolish things youve done so far [You have ended the conversation.] It seems this friend still doesnt understand whos in charge here. Is it still unpleasant to see the airs of someone so full of hot air? [The Martial Arts World is attempting to request another conversation.] [Decline.] [The Martial Arts World] [Block.] It was cleanly resolved. Good. Now, the next one Jinhyuk epted the conversation request from the Empire. Haha. It is a pleasure to meet you. I am Fenheimer from the Kingdom of Cdium, associated with the Empire. A venerable age. Yet, the magic that flowed from his voice was not that of an ordinary person. As expected Is this one of the 100 Sword Masters that the Empire boasts about? Although Ive fought this old man in the past, having a conversation in reality now feels peculiar. Ive watched the impressive disy of yer Kang Jinhyuk so far. It might feel clich since many powers have spoken about it, but I really cant help but admire it. Fenheimers chuckle filled the air pleasantly. However, this old man understood how to make a deal. He knew how to make the other party feel good. How to ensure a conversation remainsfortable, everything. Naturally, the words that came out of Jinhyuks mouth were smootherpared to before. I am Kang Jinhyuk. Ive heard about the Empires reputation several times through the administrators. Ha! What are you saying Fenheimers face visibly brightened. When the other party shows favor, its infectious to feel buoyed. Do you have any power in mind that you are considering, yer Kang Jinhyuk? A power I have in mind Of course, there is. But Im not thinking of revealing my hand just yet. Well, Im nning to think about it slowly. I need to choose the one that is most beneficial for me. O-of course. However Ah! Speaking of which, may I ask you for a favor? Yes? What kind of favor? I thought level 25 was manageable for me, but it seems not everyone agrees. Therefore, I would like to negotiate a countermeasure with you. Are you suggesting I negotiate directly with the administrator? Thats exactly what I mean. ! At Jinhyuks words, Fenheimers eyes widened in surprise. Not anticipating such a bold move at a point where not even a contract had been made. Of course. This is about a mighty force that holds sway over the middle floors of the tower. To them, yers are nothing more than useful pawnspared to themselves. But what is this cheeky confidence? As if holding and swaying all the cards and circumstances isnt much different? Is it reckless or does he have confidence? The answer wasnt clear. Not at this moment, at least. Fenheimer bit his lower lip. What kind of negotiation do you desire? Hmm I suppose a guaranteed survival right would be nice. The right to guaranteed survival allowed one to avoid death in traps and be disqualified only to that extent. It was a privilege that required at least a mid-level administrators authorization to use. Though it sounds desirable, nothinges for free. This privilege could significantly impact the system, so it cost a tremendous amount of coins, among other penalties. Simply put, its a privilege not easily used even by a major force. Fenheimer swallowed hard. It was clear he was thinking about how to escape from this proposal. Mid-level administrators. I believe you are acquainted with them, Mister Jinhyuk. Thats correct. Then shouldnt you ask them directly? That would be a reasonable point, but then I would owe Rick a favor. Theres someone here who can do it for me, so why should I waste my trump card? I n to ask Rick for a favor when Im more desperate and its truly important. I see, you really wont ept a loss. To survive in the tower, I learned not to let even a single bean be taken from me. Hahaha! Thats the spirit of selfishness needed to climb higher. Indeed, thats how it should be. Fenheimer burst into augh. He seemed to like Jinhyuks straightforward and honest demeanor. Does this mean you will ept my request? Yes. You can consider it as good as done. Of course, I hope Mr. Kang Jinhyuk will also not forget the favor we have extended. Of course. I will definitely remember it. I have confidence in my memory. Even though remembering is not the only issue. Anyway, this concludes the preparations against the other yers. At least by the end of the raid, it will spare the promising candidates from a mass demise. Not just that. If it bes known who arranged these precautions, the cheers and adtion will have a clear direction. Give an ailment and offer the cure. Isnt this subtly effective? [All yers will be moved to the ballroom upon death by traps or monsters in thebyrinth. However, any attack that even grazes you will result in theplete loss of all the merit points umted so far.] [yer-to-yerbat or death from other forms ofbat will not be restored.] [This authorization has been activated by yer Kang Jinhyuk.] A status message appeared before all the yers. This is Shock registered in Marias pupils. She realized what it meant to be transferred to the ballroom upon death. The rest of the yers also realized a littleter the implications of the status message. Could it be He arranged for this in advance when selecting this ce? We didnt even know and we were justining. The one who disappeared earlier wasnt running away but went to do something for everyone. Geez. I even resented the wrong person. Really is different from us The atmosphere turned solemn. Simultaneously, everyone began to see the rankers who perform their duties silently despite criticism in a new light. They understood the weight of climbing the tower for humanity. Of course. Not everyone felt the same way. Thats not it! Dont you realize? Youre being tricked by that guys schemes! Liao Wei raised his voice, veins bulging on his neck. He wasnt fooled like others, believing all this was a facade orchestrated by Jinhyuk to clean up his image. Despite Liao Weis desperate shouting, the surrounding response was chillingly indifferent. Liao Wei. What are you talking about? Marias eyes widened in reproach. Please look at it calmly. It says merit points will bepletely lost even if attacked, right? Merit points that normally vanish only on death. But because of Jinhyuks intervention, a new rule was created where even a minor injury could result in losing all umted merit points. It became much harder for them to connect with powerful groups and umte merit points. Liao Wei, weve now gained the ability to preserve our lives. Merit points are important, but are they more important than our lives? Youre right, Maria. Its not like were asking for a bundle after being saved from drowning. People should be grateful. It seems China doesnt know how to be thankful. The cold reactions continued. Eventually, Liao Wei had no choice but to back off. Damn it. Why does a selfish and pretentious person like Jinhyuk garner all the praise? If we hadnt chosen floor 25, we wouldnt have been in danger in the first ce! Everyone could havepeted under much better conditions! But with the atmosphere being what it was, any more words from Liao Wei could have buried him on the spot, so he seethed internally. Just then. [Situation has gone awry. Kang Jinhyuk must be eliminated.] The familiar voice of Moyong Soo from the Martial Arts World reached Liao Weis ears. Do I need to handle it? Liao Wei asked, his face uncertain. He knew better than anyone that a one-on-one battle with Jinhyuk would be difficult. [Dont worry. Your role isnt inbat.] The once-a-lifetime protection from the organization. Hyun-Hyun. The moment Liao Wei encounters Jinhyuk [I will sever that bastards breath.] Moyong Soo from the ballroom would appear directly in thebyrinth to eliminate Jinhyuk. Approximately 3 hours after entering thebyrinth. More than half of the yers had been disqualified. No matter how skilled the rankers were, it was too much to avoid all the traps on floor 25. As time passed, the number of disqualified yers grew exponentially. Of course. During all this, Jinhyuk was speedrunning through thebyrinth at an incredible pace. Having memorized all the patterns allowed such insane speedrunning. But more than that, he used a more efficient method. If a single arrow even touches my body, youll all gather tonight beneath the sweet potatoes. Everyone lines up on the moss on the wall. Jinhyuk issued a warning. Eek! Stop threatening us. Were doing our best already! I-Im about to suffocate. Do I want to live or die? Do I really want to live? Just kill me instead! Everyones too loud. But I think Im getting tired too. As expected, the elemental spirits gave their all, casting their respective elemental magics. Boom! Bang! Walls of ice and fire collided with various traps, igniting sparkles of different colors. Here, turn left. Jinhyuk, who turned the corner and picked up speed, was enhanced by the Sword Demon Kings Step, his body fleetingly grazing the ground like the wind. Tap! Tap! The rapidly changing view. All minor attacks were blocked by the elemental spirits, so he could preserve his magic power. And the reason for conserving his stamina and magic power was singr. The martial arts world and China will probably make a move. Yes. Thats precisely why. He had provoked Moyong Soo and Liao Wei on purpose, so they would be seething by now. Liao Wei couldnt handle it, so hell use [Protection] and Moyong Soo would directly Hyun-Hyun to kill me. Jinhyuk already nned everything in his head, anticipating the opponents moves. All that was left was how perfectly he could write the script so that the characters would faithfully y their roles. It wont be long now. Boom! Bang! Crash! The elemental spirits, who had been casting spells to protect Jinhyuk for almost 3 hours, were on the verge of exhaustion. But now, none of that mattered. They could see the end of the corridor from afar. Thats when it happened. Whooosh! Suddenly, a bright light burst from the ground below. At the same time, dozens of spiked vines surged towards Jinhyuk. It was a double trap activated with a time-dy. But just before the vines couldpletely engulf Jinhyuk [The Sword Grave has been activated!] ck energy surged from Fangs and erupted. Boom! Boom! Boom! The vines, sliced into dozens of sections, spewed out green sap. Neither double traps nor unexpected ambushes worked. Jinhyuk had long dismissed all kinds of traps from his concerns. After a few more minutes of running, Jinhyuk stopped abruptly at his destination. A spacious cave in thebyrinth, one of the few that were 100 meters in size. If there were ambushes, this was the most likely spot. However. What should have been there, whether it be yers from the China Guild or figures from the martial arts world, was absent. Instead Hehehe! Finally, youve arrived. The figures awaiting Jinhyuk were the ones he least wanted to encounter. Chapter 161: Pleasure battle maniac Chapter 161: Pleasure battle maniac Attention readers; This is the MTL version. *** Casey and Jude Law. If I had to pick a person that yers would not like to meet the most . These two will definitely be on the top list. Im sorry for the first meeting, cant we stopughing at people? Jinhyuk did not hide his burdensome look. No, seriously. If I smile like that, Im afraid that it mighte out in my dreams. Why does everyone hate when weugh? Thats right. Were here to kindly help. Help? Yeah. The bad guys here were looking for you. If you were attacked, youd be in a lot of trouble. Because you had a lot of memorization and poison. So we chopped it up. So that you dont touch him again. with those words. Jinhyuks nose twitched. It really is. A thick bloody smell, which had not been exuded until a while ago, began to pierce the tip of his nose. Did you block out the smell and presence with something like a skill? The corpses of masked men with their faces covered in ck came into view. twelve in total. It seemed to specialize in assassinations rather than all-out warfare, but even so, the two of them were able to subdue the residents from Moorim. Its not for nothing that its notorious. With that much skill backed up, I guess Ill be able to survive even after doing such a thing. Jinhyuk quickly activated the Eyes of Gluttony. [Casey Jude Law (twins)] Age: 21 Height: Casey (157cm) Jude Law (165cm) Level: 44 Strength 35 Dexterity 38 Stamina 20 mana 28 Stat Points you have: 0 Coins held: 121,675 (Thebined amount of the two people.) upation: Assassin Unique Ability: Shared with All Things skill: Lv7 increased pain sensation, Lv7 one heart, Lv7 self-discipline, Lv7 secret movement, Lv7 false smile, Lv7 live , Lv7 Body Concealment [COPYING CONDITIONS: Two siblings lost both their parents to a serial killer when they were young. Afterwards, they seeded in revenge, but their feelings had already dried up. Now, I am more focused on killing itself rather than implementing justice for the wicked, but for some reason I have a very strong crush on you. If you ept their affection and ept them as a member of the Goin Corporation, you will be able to copy the unique ability All Things. (However, the meaning of epting as a member here means that the process of redemption through the stigma of the soul has beenpleted.)] After losing their parents to a serial killer, the dolls have be machines that only repeat revenge and ughter. Did something like this happen? Bitter car like Demon God. Jinhyuks lips twisted. By the way. Yes? Jinhyuk, who was reading the conditions, rubbed his eyes with his hand. Did I see it right now? I was at a loss for words for a moment at the very absurd content. I blinked my eyes to see, but the written text did not change. This is a fucking reality. Is these guysing to mypany? Its a ce where only insane people are gathered, so in a way it would fit well. I dont think the bed isfortable. Do I have to say that I feel like someone wille to my bedside in the middle of the night? In any case, it was as obvious as fire that the dream spot would be chaotic. But, lets put it aside, everything is shared ability is too low If you have the ability to share your abilities with someone you feel connected to . If the conditions are met, it means that you can even use the abilities of Elise and Sweet Potato. The worries didntst long. If you put a few safeguards in ce, theres a certain person who can lead this rtionship. Thanks for taking care of those annoying bastards. Thanks for saving me an hour. like that. made a decision To get on the same boat with them. 2nd floor of the ballroom. Here, each of the powers gathered and was engaged in a sharp war of nerves. The theme is, by far, which force attracts the best prospects. And. The person whoughed the loudest at this ball was Penheimer from the Empire. Although he paid arge price to the manager, he owed Jinhyuk a debt. So Penheimer leaned back on the soft sofa with a rxed expression. was looking at the screen. I envy you. This recruitment will make the empire stronger. Maybe the power of the tower will change. That yer. We looked carefully, but among the residents of the middle ss, Ive never seen a guy who fights so well. After 100 Sword Masters, 11 Knights, and 7 Magical Troops, another card will be added. That would be enough to aim for hegemony in the middle ss. This is it, Won, Moorim has bepletely cold-hearted. It was a bonus to receive the envious gaze of everyone. Damn it . Mo Yong-su bit his mrs. It was not enough to have dared to cut off his conversation, so he cut off the conversation altogether. He was right on the verge of joining hands with the Empire, which could be called a rival, so of course he was angry. Above all, even the people brought from Haomun had lost contact, so the anxiety that Mo Yongsu felt right now was beyond my imagination. If I couldnt finish this job here and even went back to the Moorimmaeng . He didnt know that Mo Yong-ses whole prestige would fall to the ground, as well as simply damage his honor. No, it may not end there. If I give the Empire a chance and they invade Moorim, then I will have to sacrifice my life. When he recalled the worst-case scenario, Mo Yong-soos eyes lit up with cold life. It was no longer possible to cover the means and methods. We have to go and kill Jin-hyeok right now and block the variable. That way, the bnce of the middle ss will continue to be maintained. But it was then. Mo Yong-soo. A ck shadow fluttered behind Mo Yong-su. At the same time, the chill that made my spine shiver swept over me. Are you here? The Great Master of Blood. The words that came out of their mouths were a title that should nevere out of those who belonged to a political faction. Because the blood demon was the one who led the demonic blood demon that said that we cannot live under one sky. Fufufu. Even thinking about it again, this was a lot of fun. I didnt know that the dignified sects would ask us for help again. I dont know if Im going to get some hate if I do this. Keep your voice down. It should never be known that we are together. Its okay. Im also in a pretty embarrassing situation if Im known to the school. The blood lord shrugged. Although Moorimmaeng and Magyo were enemies, if they fight to death, they will not be able to avoid destruction. It means that it will only make other factionsugh. For that reason, some awake, such as Mo Yong-su and the Great Blood Demon, used to secretly wage a joint front in this way, avoiding the eyes of the Moorimmaeng and Magyo. Not a n, but only holding hands for a while for the public good. By the way. Did Hao Muns idiots fail in the end? Yes. Annihted. Although his skills were less than first-ss, he was still good at memorizing and self-defense, so I brought him here. Rather than grab Jinhyuks ankle, hell be annihted at the hands of the wrong yers. Thats why you shouldnt use idiots. The situation hase to block it with sputum, which is blocked with a hoe. Then, who can we get rid of? In addition to Kang Jin-hyuk, there are others who follow him. Mo Yongsu flicked his finger lightly. Then Cheon Yuseong and Teresa Ellis appeared. Ah! This man. He is a very good swordsman. He was a rare talent even in Moorim, but its a bit unfortunate that he had to kill him. The blood lord has lost his appetite. If the situation did not turn out like this, the talent and ability Cheon Yoo-seong showed was so great that I would want to join the Bloodguilt right away. In particr, it was difficult to find a person who handled the Chuhon Sword that much, even in the whole of Moorim. The blood demons gaze shifted to the side. There was a woman with blonde hair and blue eyes. If its Teresa, youre like the girl who waste for the ball, right? Yeah. Outside the tower, shes called the Saint of Amsterdam. Hmm. Its quite interesting to be a color blind man. And what about thest one? I dont know either. Little is known about it. I tried to find out through the intelligence department of the Moorimmaeng, but I couldnt find any information about the person named Elise. Well, well take care of this woman, too. Its just a matter of adding one or two more. Which device will avoid the administrators eyes? It was quite a headache, but Im ready for it. Youll have to pay it back. Its a new thing I brought from the schools Vigo. Dont worry about that part. Isnt it a virtue of our faction to definitely liquidate the Eunwon rtionship? Fuhahaha! Thats also true. great . The two smiled contentedly. Although he was officially invited to the masked ball, he couldnt go inside thebyrinth unless he used the protection of the forces. The blood demons and blood demons who infiltrated here were the exceptions. They clean up the rest of the little bastards. If there is a situation in which Moorims Liaowi faces Jinhyuk . right then He himself will take the initiative and put an end to the man who will be the spark of danger. Fifteen minutes had passed since I had apanied Casey and Jude Law. Jinhyuk felt that time was like 15 years. I had no choice but to do so. The conversation were having right now is far from normal, even if its too far. So, he said he was rude to my brother. I kept stabbing him with this. Where else were his thighs and calves? vicle! Corbone! Oh right. It was the corbone. Casey smiled like a child and showed the iron needle in her hand. The saliva soaked in brown blood flew back and forth in front of Jinhyuks eyes. Damn, just being with you makes me feel nauseous. I have no idea why these guys have a crush on me. By the way, may I ask why you killed those guys for me? Because you smell good blood! Thats right. Its really sweet. The smell of blood from hyung ispletely different from other people. the smell of blood? Come to think of it, Elise and her blood rtives also said the same thing . I mean, wasnt that something only vampires could take on? Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. perhaps Maybe something has changed since I saw the top of the tower. More than I thought. But thinking about this is not a priority. if I liked it. Huh? You mean you wont do anything that harms me? At Jinhyuks question, the two nodded faster than anyone else. Im even worried that Ill get dizzy by nodding so quickly. of course. Your brother is special. Rather, we n to kill all those who treat him badly, right? Thats right. Cut them in half and kill them. And as a warning, Ill freeze them and disy them in the middle of town. On the surface, they appear to bepletely impable children, but their words and actions are at a level that even Alice should not be able to open them. If the three of us put them together, there will be a contest to see who is the worst. [Eyes of Gluttony determines the truth of what the target is saying.] [What the two of them are saying is the truth.] At least thats true. I lost both my parents when I was young, and a crooked sense of justice and cruel affection coexist . A sword thatbines both purity and strength. Maybe there is a ce to use this, maybe? If its in thebyrinth, I think its okay to go with you. However, you shouldnt kill or torture people recklessly. Especially if the target is an innocent person. Jinhyuk drew the line first. what? Ha, but! The two of them opened their rabbit eyes as if they could not understand. If you dont like it, Ill go away. Oh, thats! Ah I see. I wont kill you recklessly cant I just pull out my toenails? no. So, what about the bad guys? Its okay, but dont be too harsh. If my brother says that Ill have to put up with it well. Ill put up with it. The two of them bowed their heads with weary faces. Chapter 162 Chapter 162 Attention readers; This is the MTL version. *** After making an intern offer to Goin Corporation. When the stigma of the soul was engraved on the two, the whole process was over. Naturally, both Casey and Jude Law enjoyed being branded. Do I have to say that I get goosebumps from the standpoint of watching? Blonde hair, blue eyes, and pure white skin . I think its even scarier because twin brothers and sisters who look so beautiful that they can even be called dolls are like this. Still, its not bad because its a card that can be used in moderation. Not only in thisbyrinth right now, but in the future as an assistant who can be summoned whenever needed. They were both quite useful. Most of all, it was the biggest harvest that satisfies the copying conditions. [You have copied the unique ability All Things ().] [Shared with all] Acquisition Difficulty: A Content: Depending on how well you understand the person you are sharing with, you will be able to share each others unique abilities and skills, as well as memories and emotions. A unique ability that can be shared depending on the level of understanding. The conditions are abstract, but thats because the Tower of Trials was so mangem, I cant help it. Moreover, for Jin-hyeok, who has already experienced all kinds of abilities andpatibility, this level of difficulty was not a big deal. But that was then. Ka-Ah! Kang! Aww! aaah! In the distance, screams and screams began to be heard. As if the battle had just begun, I could feel all kinds of mana running rampant along the way. And among them . Oh. A fairly familiar kind of mana was also mixed in. lets go. Jinhyuk took out fangs. Oh! Are you fighting? Its gonna be fun! Casey and Jude Law also opened their subspace inventory with twinkling eyes. uuung! What appeared there was Hellbird, who was taller than the two siblings. At least 50kg seems heavy enough. Indeed, it is a weapon that looks bloody at first nce. Are you saying that you want to pursue practicality alone, excluding things like elegance and fashion? Thebination of weapons that seeks destructive power in contrast to the agility thates from a small body might fit surprisingly well. Its annoying when you meet enemies, but its reassuring when youre allies. At least that de wont go this way. Oh, brother. Huh? Are the kids youre fighting the bad guys or the good guys? Casey asked with an innocent expression. Seriously, I said I could kill the bad guys. On the other hand, if a good person is a good person, a restriction is ced on him not to give his hand recklessly. As a kind of safety device to stop the ruthless bastards. Jinhyuk looked at the distant ce. This is undoubtedly . Theyre bad guys. You can feel the unique inner strength of Moorim. The top and bottom are all unified in ck, and the word Ear () in red painted over it. About forty men were building a perfect encirclement with their swords drawn. There are three men and women trapped inside. It was Elise, Cheon Yu-seong, and Theresa. Huh huh huh Ha ha ha ha ha. Cheon Yoo-sung and Teresa were on the front line, breathing heavily. Elise was standing alone in the back and observing the situation. If we fought under the right circumstances, these guys could have turned to dust in a matter of days . Not now. Because he had been away from Jinhyuk for a long time, there was only mana left who could barely maintain his body. Fuhaha! This is a real spectacle. Yeom-ho, the great blood demon, who was watching all the scenes, burst into a madness. How could it not be enjoyable? A blood demon who is in charge of one part of the magicians elite. Even though they came with a whopping forty number, they couldnt easily win? Three of the demons were killed by Cheon Yu-seongs sword, but Yeom-hos heart pounded rapidly with the overwhelming emotions. Indeed, hes a talented person worthy of being called a swordsman. And a woman with color eyes is not easy. The dances Cheon Yu-seong and Teresa showed were so amazing that it was hard to see them as a yer. When the Four Seasons of the Soul Sword was demonstrated, even he was surprised. Im getting more and more greedy. He promised to kill Mo Yong-su, but the more he looked at Cheon Yu-seong, the more different thoughts came to his mind. Its too bad to die like this. Yes. If such a ruthless man learns even the magic of magic . Because I could already see how great the effect would be. End it soon. Oh. Dont kill that guy. Jon name! At Yeom-hosmand, the demonic band moved. Sussuk! Light footwork that rubs against the ground. The passers-by, who moved as if they were measured with a ruler, showed how hard they had been trained. Uh-huh Cheon Yu-seong cleared his breathing. The situation in which both stamina and mana were exposed due to the continued battle. Even standing right now, let alone a battle, felt like a miracle. Nevertheless, the tip of the sword did not waver. The sword still stretched forward. Are you still going to fight? I admit that Im obsessive, but theres no chance of a win for you guys already. One of the demons opened his mouth. Maybe. Cheon Yu-seong did not deny that statement. However, it cannot be broken here. If I had fallen like this, I wouldnt have climbed all the way up here. More than anything. If its a guy I will never give up. A goal that always stood in the way like a mountain. The strongest rival that will slip away if you approach it as if you could hold it in your hand. if its him No matter how desperate the situation, I will not be discouraged or despair. Turning the impossible into possible was the specialty of that rotten deceased. Pants ! A zing blue me erupted from the sword. To get one step closer to that monster . The tangible energy supported the wounded body. And in order to one day jump over that monster ! [The unique ability Song of the Sword is activated!] [The Soul Sword answers the masters call.] I dont know how many hours I held the sword. He simply repeats the consequences of the sword he can handle the most, repeated countless times. [[One Swordsman ()] It is activated!] right at that moment. The air changed rapidly. Remains began to be drawn on thend that could not withstand the qi. kukukuku! A blue light that made my eyes shiver was engulfed in the sword and body. This is the whole sword. It is a state that only those who be one with the sword can bring it out. ! This !? Even the gwihyeoldae, who had gone through all the prenatal care, had no choice but to panic this time. Maybe it was because he didnt expect that someone with this kind of energy would be outside the tower. bang! With the sound of spurting the ground, the new model of Cheon Yuseong disappeared. Its on the left! I screamed urgently, but it was already toote. KwaKwaKwaKwaKwaKwa! Aww! Shit! Once a sword wind swept through, a fountain of blood spewed out. A speed that is difficult to discern with the naked eye and a sword attack that turns that speed into its greatest strength. Therefore, standing in front of Cheonyuseong required the determination to face the typhoon head on. Dont panic, keep your jin! Kakakan! Kaaan! The sword and the sword collided, and red mes rose. strong. just overwhelming. When Teresa added it, the situation waspletely reversed. Ill support you! huuuuuuoooooooooooooooooooo The divine light Blessing of the Stars and Song of Battle that came down from the sky protected Cheon Yu-seongs body. Teresa, too, cant do much because shes reached her limit, but even a small help like this felt too heavy for the demons. But. The sword of Cheon Yu-seong, which had been moving all over the ce, stopped at some point like a lie. A 2m-long window was blocked. Really a monster. This is a bigger thing than I thought. I didnt know I could do this with that body. Kaga! Qi and Qi gnawed at each other. Of course, it was obvious who had the upper hand. My name is Yeom-ho, the ghost blood lord. As Moo-rims senior, Ill concede the tax. Im not a Moorim person. Find such a nonsensicalw among yourself. Hmm. Its rough. But youll soon be dipping into Moorim too. I took you. Yeomho shrugged. Thats funny. Why? Do you think no? If you die, youre dead. I dont want to be with you guys. The desire to do anything to be stronger. That is the most magical instinct You may not know it yet, but you have the same roots as us. In a low-pitched, but, confident voice. Yeomho prophesied. One day you will surelye to us. the future is set Cheon Yuseong nervously bounced the spear. And in an instant, it took over a new space and created a gap. Hey. You havent given up yet. Yeomho also gently swung the spear counterclockwise. Kaaan! Again, the attack was blocked. Unlike Yeomho, who felt rxed, Cheon Yuseong did not have much time left. At most two or three sums. Thats the limit. And because I knew that. Cheon Yuseong had no choice but to move forcefully. A blow that was swung while giving up all defense. No, this wasnt an attack, it was more like a guinea pig. Because his whole body was exposed and his movements were too big. sure. It was not a saltke to be subjected to such an attack. Eat! Itsing out like that too. You dont have to face a blow thats close to a gamble. Yeomho took the ce of defense by widening the distance rather than being attacked. It was the worst response for Cheon Yu-seong, whose stamina had fallen. Boo Woong! Boo-woong! The speed of the sword that cut through the air dropped rapidly. Once, twice, and three times. now He didnt even have the strength to move even a single fingertip. changgang. The sword fell from his fingertips and rolled on the floor. Damn eat. But, I tried my best. There arent that many people in Moorim who can work with me. Yeomho retrieved the spear. Neither Cheon Yuseong nor Teresa can fight, so now its the silver-haired girls turn. It must mean that you are not very confident in battle to stand still while yourrades are being attacked. Just add the effort of beating the chicken head and everything will be done. If you stay calm, I promise to send you pain-free. The tip of the spear headed towards Alices neck. OK. Alice, who had been silent, slowly opened her mouth. Youve had a bigger problem than me. Are we in trouble? Yeah. Theyre all going to die after a while. I advise you to run away now before its toote. There are still a few seconds left. Khahahaha! Are you talking about me? The corners of Yeom-hos lips twisted slightly. Its so funny that I cant stand it. No, I think Ill have to suck some blood to get stronger. Ill give you another baby instead. Are you waiting for the guy who asks if its Kang Jin-hyuk or something? If thats the case, then youre holding on to vain hopes. Ive heard about him, but like the guy here, you wont be able to even touch my cor. Well. When I saw it Elise slowly scanned the sides of the saltke and the ghost blood band up and down. Its like a gaze that sees through to the bottom of your potential. Youre not too young at your level. at the end of that word. Whew! A gust of wind rose. What, what is this? An earthquake urred in the pupil of the saltke. Obviously, the senses in his whole body were sharpened. Because he didnt even know that someone was approaching him. Chi profit! Smoke billowed above the ground. This is a phenomenon that only appears when the Sword Demon King Bo is used to the limit. The sparks still on the ground showed how absurdly the subject was sprinting. Your guy Yeomho opened his eyes. The number one target that Mo Yong-su had told him to be so careful with. It was Jinhyuk who appeared in front of him. Thats what I said. Youre all dead. Sharp fangs appeared between Alices lips. Chapter 163: Gwihyeoldaeju, Yeomho (2) Chapter 163: Gwihyeoldaeju, Yeomho (2) Attention readers; This is the MTL version. *** Its not toote. Jinhyuk wiped the dust off his body. I ran with all my might, and my white coat hadpletely faded away. I bought this for 30,000 won at Dongdaemun Market . Kang Jinhyuk. Yeom-hos eyes narrowed. Unlike a while ago, there is a lot of tension in it. I had no choice but to do so. Because the speed I showed you just before was far beyondmon sense. I Thats enough to miss. Dry saliva ran down Yeomhos throat. At least two steps higher than what I heard from Mo Yong-su. No, maybe even higher than that . But there is no need to be afraid. Isnt the opponents defense all nerfed? Even if it swiped, it could inflict a fatal blow, so in this fight, this side had an absolute advantage. Because even the man named Cheon Yu-seong couldnt break the shackles and knelt down. So will you. Yeomho nodded to the side. Then the guinea pigs prepared to fight in unison. Swords and swords, as well as swords, axes, sickles, and other weapons were covered in blue light. Pursuing practicality to the extreme is indeed a magical choice. Be careful do it. It wont be easy. Cheon Yoosung, who was sitting on the floor, managed to open his mouth. This guy is so . Even if you act like that, you cant lose your shit form. Are you robbed of a fictitious day by a swordsman here and there? What, what! Dont get mad. I cant even remember thest time I saw you win. Seriously, wouldnt it be better to give up climbing the tower and focus on your studies? Come to think of it, I heard that medical school sses are very strict. Your grades may be flooding with F. I thought about the rest of the time, so I worried about it. Does the sound of you doing it as soon as you arrive is scratching other peoples nerves! Cheon Yoo-seong sharpened his mrs. uhm. Have you touched your self-esteem too much? But, what about actually doing that? Are you getting ripped off like a neighborhood book? still. Seeing you get angry. There is still room for growth. Jinhyuk smiled and lightly fixed his fangs. Jinhyuk-san. Those people they are strong. Theresa added a word. Not only did they block the Outbreak of Amsterdam, but the saint who had gone through all the antenatal care seemed to have been quite fierce when saying this. Well, its because Im a rag to Cheon Yooseong. Finally, Alice pouted her lips. Dont say anything to me. The supply of mana was not smooth because I was away from you. If it wasnt for mana, the noble Jinjo would have gone wild. Is there any way these guys could be opponents? Dont be sarcastic. Its real! Who said what? Did I just say I knew it? Alice stared at Jinhyuk as if to eat it. However, Jinhyuk lightly passed his gaze and walked forward. About forty . Judging by his clothes and appearance, he must havee from a guild of demons. They belonged to a fairly strong axis in Moorim as the elites of the magic religion It was probably the demon lord Yeomho who led them, maybe? It was when Jinhyuk was looking for memories of the past. Your ce is not here. Even if you dont rush themand, Ill take care of it soon, so dont disturb me now and get out of the way. Yeomho opened his mouth. I know. He must be waiting for Mo Yong-su. To be precise, hell be timing the use of Secure of the Force through Liao Yu or Namgungcheon. you. Ah. Dont make a surprised expression. To be honest, it was so obvious that our sweet potato knew it too, right? Suddenly, the sweet potato that came out of the subspace inventory tilted her head. mosquito? Heh heh. It means you know this. Its because thenguages of the ancient species are so simr. Even the same mosquito can have tens of thousands of different meanings depending on the ent and chuimsae. Only the owner can understand it. I admit that Im quick-witted. Thanks to that, the n went a bit erratic, but now that its like this, Ill have you deal with this side instead of Mo Yong-su. I want to y with you too, but Im a little tight to meet the opening time of Seolleung. At Jinhyeoks words, Yeomhos eyes changed to the size of a bell. This time, his mouth widened as if he was really surprised. Seo, how do you know about Seolleung? I had no choice but to do so. Located on the 25th floor, thisbyrinth requires at least 40 days to attack normally. Only if you have the right raid and supplies. But there are always shortcuts. Seolleung, where the corpses of kings are enshrined, could only be entered in a specific way at a specific time, but if you took this route, you could get out of thebyrinth in the shortest time. Yes. This is the only way yers can clear thebyrinth. By the way. How ! Even the magicians intelligence department that dominates the 20th floor managed to find out . A yer who has never even climbed the 10th floor knows that. To say it was a coincidence, the exact mention of the name did not make sense. I should have told you? I dont have time to chat and y. Jinhyuks voice calmed down. Even if it wasnt, I had no intention of dragging them for a long time with those who wounded my colleagues and drew in their swords. So, Im going to use the most efficient method here. as soon as. huuuuuuoooooooooooooooooooo [Subspace inventory is open!] [The spirit beasts of the five elements are manifested!] Like this. fire! water! Bah heck! As Undine was trying to take a position, Jin-hyuk hit him in the back of the head. Do it while looking at the situation. Is it time to do that now? In any case, it is said that the ignorant things do not know the time and ce, so they are punished. Undine gave him an unfair look, asking why he was sleeping, but Jinhyuk ignored those eyes with a single knife. How can the spirit beasts guarding the royal tombs obey humans Yeah, it cant be. I cant believe it I cant. A greatmotion arose among the demons. No matter how much a Moorim was in Moorim, he knew about the spirit beasts. A beast with very high self-esteem and treating humans like bugs. They were the spirits. How much less, arent the intermediate spirit beasts of the five elements seen now the signs of thisbyrinth? It was the same with Yeomho who was embarrassed by this situation. The spirits of this ce Ive never heard of the Treasured Swords being submissive to humans. What excellent grade did you get this time again! A voice that was close to rebellion broke out. However, this time too, Jinhyeok did not give an honest answer. I just lightly tap the spirit beasts heads. Ill take care of the guy with the loudest voice over there, so you all sort out the rest. It wont be too difficult because the sweet potato will support you. Oh, I see! Ill try my best! go for it! The spirit beasts desperately nodded their heads in order not to get scolded. like that. The real battle began. It was the me of the Smander that signaled the start. KwaKwaKwaKwaKwaKwaKwaKwaKwa! A huge red me crossed the air. It was so powerful that if it were swept away, everything would turn to ashes. However, the demons are also the elite of the magic ss. It was a bit embarrassing, but it didnt break easily. I wanted to capture the mes using the sword wind. Soon, the power was greatly reduced. Oh. I thought it was only good for closebat. How much defense had you set up against magic attacks? However . Oh, and theres something I forgot to say Jinhyuk shrugged. At the same time. fault! taat! Two shadows protruding from the passage prated into the guild. What, what are these again! Yeomho was the gship when a new enemy appeared. If the intruders were just like that, I wouldnt have been so surprised. However, the new enemy was more like a poisonous wasp, not a fly. Boo woo woo! kwaaang! Gagging! Watch out! These guys are insanely fast! Damn it! A nimble movement thates from a small body. At the same time, the Hellbirds he held in both hands were ignorant. Above all, it was not pushed at allpared to the Sword Qi because the spear de was covered with a unique color of flesh. I barely caught up. I almost missed the party. Really. Because youre too fast. Casey and Jude Law grunted. However, the fact that there are still many enemies to y with left a smile in full bloom. Because my brother told me not to kill people recklessly. Lets just cut off the arms and legs. Would that be enough? Yes. Because life is precious. Armed with absurd logic, the two swung Hellbirds. And. Jinhyuk, who was a little behind, raised his eyebrows towards the spirits who were gathered together. What are you staring nkly at? Huh? No. If you go out, you have to pay for the meal. Even if you are five and you are pushed back by the two of you Fake Spirits Season 1 hosted by our sweet potato instructor today. I know that enlistment ispulsory. Hey, what are fake spirits? The gnome in the form of a cute golem asked. Was it a great fear of unknown words? It was a bonus that my body was trembling. If youre curious, just wait. When the number of downed ghost blood groups is even less. A very interesting thing will happen. This is no joke. Its because Ive been watching View Tube hardtely. Rumble! The 5th Spirit Beasts instinctively felt a sense of crisis. I didnt know exactly what fake spirits were, but if I went there, there must be something unimaginable waiting for me. if so . You must move right now. At least one more enemy than those humans has to be dealt with to avoid falling into Hell. Go, lets go! Yeah. Sweep it all away! Since the spirit beasts were born, they were most actively engaged in battle. great. Everyone seems to have started fighting to find a suitable mate, so now its time to host the major leagues. [The unique ability white beast is revealed!] It looks like he likes to use spears, so if thats the case, well deal with the same thing here. Jinhyuk picked up a spear beside the dead body. Pants ! A pure white energypletely covered the entire window. My men are fighting to die, so should we start soon? Do you think this cheeky kid can beat me if its 1:1? Yeom-hos face was wrinkled badly. self-esteem is bound to suffer. In a magic school that thoroughly survives with skill. Thats because he applied for a diary to himself, who is in charge of a group. But what about it? No matter how much weight you hold, it looks ridiculous? Just dont pretend to be too strong on the topic of middle-level executives in magic. Jinhyuk snapped his fingers. If you want to fight me properly, bring the Wie. More up? You know, theres a headmaster of magic. Hes stuck in the corner of the room saying hes doing a closed training or something. But, wouldnt you lose muscle if you eat Byukgokdan 365 days a year? I dont eat protein or anything like that, and what kind of person are you training for? . or not. Ive got a lot of middle school and find a Heavenly Demon thats rolling somewhere else. There are a lot of Heavenly Demons these days, so they are cooks, BJs, cksmiths, and even parenting. I dont know what you are doing now. Do you want to be a football yer this time? Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa to shreds! He let out a scream as if the saltke was torn apart. It seems that the medicine was eaten too heavily. Chapter 164: The Horn that Calls Despair (1) Chapter 164: The Horn that Calls Despair (1) Buoooooong! A spear thrust forward with a terrifying sonic boom. Although I was certainly provoked, I did not let my emotions guide the spears movement. Speed and trajectoryboth were part of a nearly perfect instant-strike, capable of cutting off the opponents breath in one hit. However Kagagagak! Jinhyuk parried the strike with ease, as naturally as if he had known exactly how the attack woulde. There was not a single superfluous movement in his effortless counter. It was only one exchange, but the oue shifted drastically in that moment. Yeomho stared at his trembling palms. Am I being outmatched in spear techniques? That was impossible. Wasnt he one of the top five spear wielders in the demonic cult, a formidable opponent who had climbed the ranks to the title of Grand Blood Master through untold amounts of blood and sweat? Yet What does this pressure mean? Thump, thump, thump! His heart pounded rapidly. This tension. This atmosphere. It absolutely could not be beneath him. Even using full force, he did not feel confident about winning. And then Damn it. He was consumed by rage at the fact that he was feeling this way against a mere yer. Calm down The opponent was just a newbie who had entered the tower. He had nerfs, chains that could cause critical damage upon even a near miss! If he couldnt handle this opponent despite having a tactical advantage, it would be an eternal disgrace in the history of the demonic cult. Swoosh. Yeomho readied his stance once more, gripping the spear with both hands, gauging the distance. He resolved to put an end to this fight. I have to wait for the opponents concentration to falter. If I move first, Ill be at a disadvantage. I need patience. No doubt, that person was likely thinking the same thing. But just then Thud. Jinhyuk approached, seemingly defenseless. There were so many open spots that, for a moment, it was confusing whether this was reality. Fool! Daring to step into my range! Yeomho did not miss this opportunity. [Grand Blood Master Yeomho has used Venomous Spear!] Like a snake eyeing its prey, the spear drew a strange trajectory. A half-beat behind, Jinhyuk also swung his spear. But Thwack! The sound of flesh being torn did note from the opponents side. Uh? A hissing breath escaped Yeomhos lips, his lips and pupils trembling violently. It was surely the other guy who had approached in a defenseless state. But why was it him, with a hole the size of a fist in his heart, who staggered back? At that moment, Something shed through his mind like lightning. If if he had read the timing and trajectory of the attackassuming that is true, then even a half-beat slower counter would make sense. But could that be possible, that a first-time opponent couldpletely read his spear techniques? The difference isnt just one or two levels. The only exnation for this urrence was that the difference was a vast gulf, like looking down from an unreachable height. Monster Yeomho slowly fell backwards. A ship without a captain sinks. Thus, the fate of the Blood Demons was sealed from the moment they lost Yeomho. That wraps things up nicely. Jinhyuk nodded. Casey and Jude had obliterated the enemys defensive formation and the five elemental spirits had begun chasing the fleeing enemies. They were undoubtedlypetent enough to handle the minor cleanup. With the storm passed, there was now time to have a conversation. When did you gather such creatures? Surely you didnt deceive them with talk of some elite corporation and then bind them with a ve contract! Cheon Yuseong asked incredulously. What nonsense! These are people who have signed legitimate work contracts. Sure, they might work over 100 hours a week without the four major insurances, minimum wage, severance pay, etc., but at least their lives were guaranteed. In these times, that was no small thing. Enough. Lets not talk about it. I just pity those poor souls who were outmatched by someone like you. But I never imagined you could tame intermediate spirits like that. Its as if Jinhyuk is nowpletely beyond our reach. Teaming up for raids might be difficult from here on out. Teresa added. Even as one of the top-ranking yers representing Europe, each time she saw Jinhyuk, she felt an insurmountable wall. After all, didnt Jinhyuk single-handedly defeat a powerful enemy that they themselves struggled against even with their lives on the line? I was right Above all the promising yers and rankers praised by everyone. Even above the masters at the pinnacle of the major guilds. Jinhyuk was far, far above them. Ick the skills to continue alongside him But that didnt matter. Just knowing Jinhyuk, just the fact that he was climbing the tower for humanity, was moreforting than anything else could be. Then Cheon Yuseong spoke. That aside. What are you nning? Huh? nning what? Dont y dumb with that innocent face. Hell, dont puff out your cheeks. If you do that one more time, Ill cut your throat. Jinhyuk might be an exceptionally skilled yer, but his peculiar habits could be infuriating. With a sigh, Jinhyuk conceded. Alright, what are you curious about? You chose the 25th floor out of all the ces for some reason, right? Thats right. It wasnt just on a whim. But I cant tell you why right now. Jinhyuk shrugged, and Cheon Yuseong bit his lip. It wasnt the first time Jinhyuk had kept his ns to himself. It was almost expected. Fine. Ill change the question. How long will it take to escape thisbyrinth, and where do we go from here? I can at least answer that. It will be over in an hour or two. And theres no need to go anywhere specifically. Just stand still for a little bit, and a new path will reveal itself. What? You can clear thebyrinth that quickly? This time, both Cheon Yuseong and Teresas eyes widened in surprise. Only Ellis, who stood quietly by, seemed to anticipate Jinhyuks actions. Well, like calls to like. She must have known something about the secrets of thebyrinth. At that moment, the runes that were written on the passageway began to shimmer with a faint light. It was beginning. Since entering thebyrinth, the long-awaited moment had finally arrived. Thebyrinth located on the 25th floor, Valley of the Monarchs, contains several hidden routes. Among them, one route leads to the tombs of the kings, which opens at a special time to honor the kings every day at 11 PM, essible using a special key. Jinhyuk took out Fang and lightly cut the palm of his hand. Bright red blood droplets quickly formed. This was the special key. The one that leads to the tombs of the kings. Gulp. A sound like a vampire starved for blood gurgling close by reached his ears, but Jinhyuk ignored it. Soon after, he ced his bloodied palm on the spot marked with the rune . At that moment Whoooooosh! A dazzling radiance burst forth from the rune. [The path to the Royal Tombs has been opened!] A magnificent gate adorned with gold, the only route that could circumvent thebyrinth by ndestine means, now emerged before them. Good. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth turned up. It was finally time to unfold thebyrinths highlight. As they stepped through the gate, the darkness gave way to light. What appeared was a staggering amount of gold beyond imagining. My God Incredible. Teresa and Cheon Yuseong gaped in awe. A golden city-like El Dorado, if it existed, might look something like this. A colossal golden temple, statues reaching ten meters high, diamondsrger than fists, and various jewels. In a scene more incredible than any movie, it was no wonder exmations escaped their lips. If we took these treasures to the outside world, even the wealthy would be envious of our riches. If its this amount, we could buy a country straight up. Even the normally less materialistic pair reacted strongly at the sight of the treasures before them. However I know how you feel, but touching the treasure recklessly will cause regret. As if proving his words Additional notifications appeared. [The kings entombed here warn the grave robbers who have trespassed.] [You may only take one treasure from this ce.] [Those who defy this and be greedy shall be cursed by the Curse of the Kings.] Surely, everyone has seen ddin. Touch anything other than themp and youll end up deep-fried like a chicken in oil. Of course, the curses in this world are far more dreadful than simply dying inva. Understood. Well have to choose carefully. Both of them nodded. And before the treasures, theres something else we need to do. Follow me. Finding treasure was just a bonus. What was most important waspleting the task that would let us leave this ce. Jinhyuk led the way. After passing mountains of gold and treasures, finally an architectural structure with a different aura appeared. North, south, east, westthe long stairs leading straight upward A an altar? Yes. That was an altar. And the most eye-catching thing at the top of the stairs was the square-shaped table and the ck bell ced on it. The ck iron bell was inscribed with ancient runes that were entirely different from those seen in the passageways. A doubleyered rune Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. Judged to be closest to the Forgotten Language, even Jinhyuk had previously sought clues to the forgottennguage through this one. Having changed to a Barrier Master and secured the moons engraving, I will definitely acquire allnguages this time. For someone so deeply immersed in knowledge as him, the prospect of learning something new was thrilling. Is that our target? Yes. We need to acquire that in order to leave thebyrinth. Its basically a key to the outside world. In that case, theres no need to drag this out. Lets secure it immediately. Cheon Yuseong was ready to charge toward the stairs on the spot. Hold on a minute. Why? Are there traps there too? I mean, its essentially a tomb. The most important treasure wont have traps? In thebyrinth, the most troublesome and annoying traps were scattered like grains of sand up those stairs. From the looks of it, youre not too familiar with the traps, are you? I know how to avoid them. But with a feeling somethings nagging at my back, how could I focus on avoiding traps? You mean Yes. We werent the only guests here. Time toe out, dont you think? Such rudimentary barriers wont work in front of me. Jinhyuk nonchntly motioned with his head towards a pile of gold to his right. Chapter 165: The Horn of Despair (2) Chapter 165: The Horn of Despair (2) I thought I had managed to hide my presence pretty well, how did you notice me? A mans voice came from behind a pile of gold. The figure that appeared was Riao Wei of the Central Martial Arts Guild. Noticing him wasnt the hard part. Its not like I was writing characters in front of a schr or anything. The fact that he had used a Phantom Boundary meant that I couldnt just ignore him and move on even if I wanted to. I have quite some expertise in boundaries. Plus, if you want to hide that distinct foul smell of yours, try taking a shower at least once a day. Please. Jinhyuk shrugged his shoulders. He had expected that the martial artists would also be aware of this ce, but it was better to handle things with a lighter touch here. Especially since petty provocations like this would be most effective on someone with a high level of pride. That mouth of yours! Lets skip the boring threats. More importantly, wheres Namgoong Cheon? Why are you here alone? Naturally, I had expected Namgoong Cheon to be here too, but the lead actor was nowhere in sight. Theres no need for Namgoong Cheon himself to deal with you. Hes already acquired the merits necessary for choosing his force and has left. Just focus on me. Hmm, so thats how it is. Well, from his point of view, its better to just grab the core benefits and return to the martial world than to bicker here. Well, it would have been a bit more interesting if Namgoong Cheon were here too, wouldnt it? Yeah, keep sneering. Ill make sure to wipe that smirk off your face. The corners of Riao Weis mouth twisted oddly. At the same time Pssssssssh! A long scroll emerged from Riao Weis subspace inventory. A special item, huh? The energy it radiated was extraordinary Just at that moment. [The sacred relic Kwak Hees Jochoondo (Early Spring Painting) is activated!] Before my eyes, andscape painting unfolded. Ink renderings of the naturalndscape However, the deep sense of incongruity came from the plethora of figures that should not exist within nature. A transference through a painting. . This is unbelievable. Even though this is a sacred relic given directly from the martial world, you know about it too. Riao Wei clicked his tongue in disbelief. But that was just bluster. In reality, with a hidden card like this up his sleeve, Riao Wei still had an overwhelming advantage. Sure enough, youve prepared quite a bit. Hiding the Central Martial Arts Guilds yers within the painting and then drawing them out was an unconventional tactic. Such deep interference with the system implied that the martial world had taken significant risks. Failure could have destabilized the inner parts of the multiyered world. Without a doubt, theyd crossed a very dangerous line. Arent you worried acting so recklessly? Never mind the coins or sacred relics. If the administrators hear about this, wont it be big trouble? Thanks for your concern. But that wont be an issue. If I kill all the witnesses here, this fact will nevere to light. In the masked ballroom, it was possible to thoroughly examine thebyrinths interior, except for one ce. This tomb was a special location under the influence of the 25th floors boss monster, where even the administrators couldnt exercise their authority freely. Of course, thats why I chose this ce too. And now, Riao Wei could also take advantage of this benefit. On top of that [Riao Wei is requesting the Protection of Power.] [The grand force Martial World responds to Riao Weis call!] The sky opened and a giant light descended. Crumbling thud thud thud! The head of the Mo family of the martial sects, Mo Rong, has appeared in thebyrinth. This time, I will definitely cut off your lifeline. * * * [Kwak Hees Jochoondo (Early Spring Painting) haspleted the spatial transfer.] The Central Martial Arts Guilds 5th Strike Team has been fully deployed. Weve just received all 50 special forces under the 4th Strike Teams Yang Sopyeong. The executive team is six strong, exactly as youmanded for preparation. A total of 127. They had gathered enough people to avoid detection from outside. Although not arge number, it was irrelevant. They had prepared special weapons for taking down named monsters specialized in PvP rather thanrge boss monsters. All of these were tailored cards to capture Jinhyuk. Moreover, with the seasoned Mo Rong of the martial world joining, the situation was nowpletely tilted to one side. . It seems the Blood King and the Blood n are all dead. Even though Id only told them to remove those around Jinhyuk. It seemed they must have lost their lives in the process. Idiots But Im different. Although my skill wasnt much different from that of the Blood King, Yeom Ho, this ce was filled with treasures that couldpensate for what skills alone could not. It seems you know a lot about the tower too, but Ill show you that there are mountains you simply cannot ovee with your shallow knowledge. Mo Rong reached out his hand to the side. Here it is. Waiting for this moment, Riao Wei passed him a bright glowing elixir. [Heart of Magic]. It was a spirit elixir with effects simr to the Shaolins Great Return Pill of the martial world. Actually, it might even surpass it in efficiency. Once absorbed, the Heart of Magic could be instantly assimted into the body without any need for energy cirction. Dont let Jinhyuk take that pill! Jinhyuk, sir! Cheon Yuseong and Teresa also sensed that the elixir was no ordinary item and drew their weapons instantly. Instinctively realizing that if they just watched, the situation would worsen further. But it was toote. Glug glug! Mo Rong had already tossed the elixir into his mouth. Its toote Ah! A sigh escaped their lips, but it was only momentary. What followed was a chilling aura that pierced to the bone. The atmosphere rapidly changed. Thud thud thud thud! Around Mo Rong, ck clouds of energy started to billow out. To be able to wield such vividly materialized energy alone indicated that he was on apletely different level than the Blood King I had just confronted. Haha! Yes, this is it! I cant control the surging power! Mo Rong burst into insaneughter. It was no wonder he was so delighted, having gained an entire gap of internal energy in one go. Even if the effect of the Great Return Pillsted slightly more than an hour, in this very moment, no man could stand against him he was that powerful. Jinhyuk stroked his chin thoughtfully. It was nice to see him brimming with confidence now that hed be an ultimate weapon But how could this be a problem? Just in time, I too had found quite an interesting item. All at once, Jinhyuk held a crude horn, made of a water buffalos horn, in his hand. While Mo Rong was busy swallowing the elixir and the atmosphere became hectic, I wasnt just idly standing by. I had secured an item that matched the potency of the elixir or perhaps was even more suitable for an old expert. That, that cant be! Upon seeing the horn, Mo Rongs face twisted in horror. You can choose only one treasure per person from the tomb. That was fine so far. Among the myriad treasures here, choosing any would be a matter of personal freedom. But of all things! Picking the one thing that should never have been touched. It was too perfect to be a coincidence, considering Jinhyuks wickedly smiling face. He definitely knew what he was doing. How in the world do you know what that is? I just picked the most ominous-looking thing, you know? Dont spout nonsense! How can I believe such an absurd reason! Mo Rongs veins throbbed in his neck. Believe it or not, I dont care. Jinhyuk shrugged as if it made no difference to him. Besides, since I got it, Im really eager to put it to good use. S-stop! If you blow into that! Mo Rong reached out desperately, but it was already toote. Far toote. Jinhyuk proudly blew into the horn with full lung capacity. Bwoooooom! The resonant sound filled the room. [The Horn of Despair has been used!] [The first despair descends!] If anyone knew what it was, they would never have approached the horn of despair. Because it literally summoned despair every time it was blown. Each time, bringing about cmities severe enough to plunge everyone into the abyss. At that very moment Rooooar! Something massive roared. At the same time, piles of gold crumbled, and a 5-meter ck scorpion emerged. [The Guardian of the Tomb ck Scorpion awakens!] A mighty sentry dwelling in ruins andbyrinths. A mid-sized monster famous for its venom that could dissolve the organs just by grazing by it. With a base level near the triple digits and an exoskeleton hard as steel, capable of withstanding energy attacks. In other words, it was a guardian that was extremely difficult to deal with. Ultimately the guardian of the tomb has awoken. The worst has happened because of you. Wow, was that horn supposed to awaken the guardian of the tomb? Thats the first Im hearing of it. Jinhyuk teased as if he truly hadnt known. Stop talking as if its someone elses problem! Even if you dont know, yourrades will be torn apart and die! Surely, you know that guardians are beings that exist outside of the rules. Thanks to Penheimers negotiations with the administrators, yers who die are transported to the masked ballroom. But if killed by a guardian, they wouldnt enjoy that privilege. However That might be true. But my philosophy is to only raise the strong. Not flowers in a greenhouse, but wild beasts that survive in the jungle. In the same vein, only chicks strong enough to squat at least 500kg thrice could remain in the High Water Corporation. Screeech! The ck Scorpionshed out with its pincers. Wham wham wham! A golden statue was split in half with a single strike. D-dodge it! The Central Martial Arts Guilds yers screamed, their faces ashen. Frantically iling to survive, they couldnt escape the perfectly predatory ck Scorpion. A pincer quickly snatched a yer. Sploosh! A crimson stinger on its tail pierced his back. Venom injected with a bubbling noise. Aaaagh! In less than three seconds, a human turned to jelly. Being caught meant instant death. Ugh! Mo Rong grimaced. No matter how much he had boosted his internal energy with the elixir, the opponent was abyrinth guardian. He could not be underestimated. S-save me! Damn it. What are the tanks doing!? If they dont hold the front, we can deal damage. Are we going to die like this!? Are you crazy? How are we supposed to block that? The Central Martial Arts Guild yers had trained harshly enough, but they were different from the residents of the martial world. In both individual skill and the determination to fight. It was not evenparable. Especially because, as the ck Scorpion rampaged, the elites of the Central Martial Arts Guild were being smashed to pieces like brittle stalks of millet. In just a few more minutes, they would surely all be devoured. His decision didnt take long. Stop iling around and spread out! ![endif]> Chapter 166: The Horn that Calls Despair (3) Chapter 166: The Horn that Calls Despair (3) Moyong n, responsible for one of the Five Great Families roles. Moyong Su was even there a talent that stood out. It meant he had undergone harsh training to retain hisposure. But this time Even Moyong Su, who was always so steadfast, couldnt help but curse out loud. Arghhh! You crazy bastard! Kukukukuku! This time, the ground began shaking violently from side to side. It was as if an earthquake was happening. Mountains of treasures copsed, and from the cracks in the earth, unidentified vines began to creep out. Now, a scene fitting to the word despair was unfolding. Good. Good. Jinhyuk nodded with interest. What would leap out if he blew into it a couple more times? Would an ancient demon from hell be summoned? Take your hands off the horn now! Please, just stop it, you insane freak! Moyong Su screamed at the top of his lungs. Of course. Damn it! Kang Jinhyuk! Are you trying to kill us all? Human! Im running low on mana right now! Hey! Get away! How dare these nts touch my noble body! Ji, Jinhyuk-ssi! Please, just stop! His teammates also screamed as they ran around in panic. This was truly a scene of shock and horror. Thats right. If it ims to be the Tower of Ordeal, it should produce such hellish scenes. Apparently, everyone forgot while smoothly climbing the tower; this is the true face of the Tower of Ordeal. Kieeeee! Kwakwakwakwa! The ck Scorpion ravaged through the piles of gold once again. Anything caught in its pincers was cut to pieces. And someone stabbed by its tail would melt away instantly, even with stacked defense skills on a tanker. Aaargh! Run away! It was a scene that could only be described as preposterous. An elite raid party was being annihted without even putting up a decent fight. Kugh! Even Moyong Su barely managed to hold his own against the ck Scorpion. Thus, it was impossible for the others to stand a chance. And now, carnivorous nts revealing their full form began hunting yers one by one with their vines. The second cmity, Predator in the Mud. nts grasping ankles with their vines threw yers high into the air. Uh uhuhuh? They wereunched into the sky. Briefly iling against gravity Click. An opening mouth with innumerable teeth appeared at the center of the nt. Bodily fluids and unidentifiable liquids stretched out like spider webs. And that was the end. Crunch! Crunch crunch! A dark fountain of blood spurted out. Having swiftly eaten its prey, the carnivorous nt mechanically moved in search for another. This cant go on. Moyong Su gritted his teeth as if they would break. If even the third despair woke, it would truly be the end. I cant handle even the third one alone. The sacred artifact capable of summoning three despairs, The Horn that Calls Despair. Each known to have the power to ruin nations. But from the third despair onward, the level of difficulty transforms entirely. Its said to escte to an extent impossible even for elite forces from the ns to handle. However. Even now, someone was quickly moving like a squirrel, attaching and detaching the horn to their mouth There was no doubt that the horn would be blown again. That madman wouldnt stop here. It was futile hope, considering his past actions. So then. Moyong Sus eyes narrowed. His gaze turned to the altar above. Specifically, the ck bell that rested upon the podium. Grab the bell and escape from here. The gate generated by the bell could only let three people escape. In other words, if youre not within those three, you would have to bury your bones here. He and Liao Wei Only two people were necessary. With this, the escape route was secured. But Moyong Sus thoughts didnt stop there. Aftering this far, I cant just break even. In fact, there was a secret hidden in the horn. [The Horn that Calls Cmity holds the power to cause three cmities. And after surviving 5 minutes following the third cmity, thest fourth will bring not disaster, but fortune. A fortune enough to transcend all four cmities.] No one had tried it yet, but the ancient documents found in the secret library clearly stated this. If he brings about the third cmity, Ill snatch the horn immediately. If he could then seize the fourth fortune and escape through the bell! Everything would wrap up perfectly. There were no ws in the n. Only he knew this in this ce. Liao Wei! Yes? Yes! Follow me! Thud! Moyong Su dashed off the spot. As expected, hes reacting this way. Jinhyuks lips curled up. It was a trap. After creating a fake ruse as if aiming for the bell, and if the flustered opponent reacts He will try to snatch the horn from me straight away. Its not easy to pretend to fall for such a plot when one can see right through it. Because, after all, this was a scenario that demanded acting skills. Jinhyuk quickly adopted a slightly flustered expression and held the horn to his mouth. The moment Moyong Su stepped onto the altar stairs Pwooouuu! The sound of the third horn blew out. It was the beginning. CHIIIEEEK! Suddenly, ck smoke rose from the altar. [The third despair awakens!] The ck Scorpion and carnivorous nts, though despair-inducing, were nothingpared to what now emerged. Wooowooong! About 1 meter in diameter. The ck orb emitted an odd noise. It seemed like a mere ellipse, but only those who didnt know this creature would say so. Finally, its here. The third despair, Ideabody. It was a nearly conceptual entity that existed solely to eradicate intruders. Jinhyuk also had a faint trace of sweat on his forehead. Facing a monster that would be hard to contend even if his level were twice as high was naturally nerve-wracking. Of course. The current tension came from a different kind than most knew. The exhration of being able to risk his life against a powerful foe. And the anticipation Of being able to put one over on that foolish martial arts guy after oveing a difficult foe. Huuh Jinhyuk took a deep breath. At the same time, he fully awakened every sense in his body. And at that exact moment, the ck orb moved. Straight ahead! In line with his perception, a sharp spike shot out from the orb. KAAGAGAAK! He barely twisted its trajectory with his fangs. The barb that grazed past the de struck the ground behind Jinhyuk. It was an attack that possessed both speed and precision. But the real problem wasnt those two aspects. Zzzzzt The spikes that had pierced the ground were back in ce in the blink of an eye. Bullets that required no reload time? KWAK! KWAAK! In less than a second, more than seven attacks had beenunched. With such rapid session, Jinhyuk had to frantically swing his sword to retaliate. Whew. Jinhyuk quietly whistled. If not for his reflexes and the countless experiences, hed have been hit by that attack. At least the people behind him, Cheon Yuseong and Teresa Is everyone okay? Yeah. Managed to block it somehow. Me too. Voices belonging to Cheon Yuseong and Teresa resounded from behind. They seemed to be unharmed. Elise was, of course, needless to mention. But not everyone survived the attacks from the ideabody. Kuuuugh Uugh yers with punctured wounds spat out ckened blood foam from their mouth. Trembling hands and feet. KAAAAH! AAAAAH! Red bloodshot eyes took over the pierced yers, grotesque veins protruding, muscles swelling a grotesque sight, indeed. This was precisely why the third despair was terrifying. The ability to turn those attacked into its own minions. And as the infected also gained the ability to infect, its impact would grow immensely over time. CRICK, CRACK Arms and legs twisted grotesquely. Just then A tragedy of implicating ones own kind began. An infected yer bit the yer next to him. Ive been bitten! That bastard bit me! You crazy its me! Its me! The situation turned into chaos in an instant. The formation copsed at once. Now, it wasnt about fighting; it was about prioritizing survival. Amidst the chaos. Moyong Su, who had ovee numerous traps, finally took the bell into his hands on the altar. Almost simultaneously, Jinhyuk caught up to Moyong Sus back. Its toote! Moyong Su extended the bell forward. WOOOOONG! [The gate is activated!] [Up to three individuals can escape outside the tomb, and once thest person passes through, the gate will disappear.] [However, the yer who opened the gate must be among the three.] His im of being toote was true. One of the three spots was now Moyong Sus. Good. Moyong Su clenched his fists. Now, all that remained was to get the horn. He was almost there. One more step. PAZZZZZ Moyong Sus sword glinted with dazzling radiance. Sword Aura (). The hallmark of supreme swordsmen boasting the peak of cutting power. You shouldnt think you can beat me 1-on-1. I can take on a ck Scorpion alone now. Oh? Boosted with pills and you speak as though its your true strength. Im seriously curious, dont you feel embarrassed saying that? Whatyou? Angry, arent you? The truth hurts. Originally your skill barely matches that of the Blood Chief, right? No, considering the traits of the demonic and righteous factions, youre probably even lower? Youre saying Im cowardly? Dirty, petty, small-minded is what Im actually saying. As Jinhyuk spoke, Moyong Sus face turned ashen. Just surviving is far better than being a fool who sticks to fairness and loses their life. Right you are, but its funny hearing that from the noble righteous factions, right? This time hepletely turned mute. However, it was only for a brief moment. He realized any more words would only put him at a disadvantage. THUD! Moyong Su bridged their distance in a sh and swung his sword. With Core of Mana taken to drastically increase his internal power, the strike was vicious and sharp. KAANG! But Jinhyuk barely dodged it, mere paper-thin. Hed just countered the ideabodys attack; no way hed be defeated by this. Good timing, butcking a sharp edge. It doesnt matter. I wasnt aiming for your neck anyway. Moyong Sus smile became even thicker. Suddenly, the horn that Jinhyuk was holding ended up in Moyong Sus hand. His n had always been aiming for this one thing. Moyong Su tossed the taken horn below. Liao Wei! Yes! Blow the horn right now! Ye-yes! Liao Wei ced the horn to his mouth without hesitation. PWOOOOO! Louder than any other time, the sound of the horn echoed. [The 4th Fortune arrives!] Our victory! Moyong Su eximed jubntly, certain of his sess. And then Thank you for blowing thest horn for me. Jinhyuk smiled faintly as if he had been waiting for just this moment. Chapter 167: The Three Great Despairs (1) Chapter 167: The Three Great Despairs (1) Thanks? What do you mean by that? Moyong Su asked, clearly unable toprehend the situation. Indeed, it would be hard to understand. He was the one who managed to grab a fortune that could overturn all the despair he had encountered until now. And he was the one who made it possible to leave through the gate. Of course hed feel uneasy, given that everything had gone ording to n yet here we were, unshaken. Jinhyuk shrugged his shoulders. Nearly all the business in thebyrinth was dealt with, so he thought he ought to exin things kindly, at least thisst partbut the short version, not the long one. Let me give you a hint: think about the theme of thisbyrinth. Thebyrinths theme? Moyong Su chewed over Jinhyuks words, looking puzzled. Then something clicked for him. The guardians protecting the valley of the ancient kings. The various traps punishing grave robbers Thats right. Thisbyrinth was all about protecting the serene rest of the noble kings. No way! The fourth horn doesnt bring luck, but rather is pretty much to thoroughly punish the tenacious intruders who survived the three despairs. Im not sure where you heard those stories about this ce while you were holed up being tortured. But it was all misinformation. Theres no gold for grave robbers here. With those words the atmosphere shifted abruptly. [The Fourth Luck (Despair), Instant Retribution ()] Those who disturb the peace of this ce. Their penalty will be washed away with the blood of their own homnd. The fourth one means that all the despair encountered so far will be forcibly moved to the homnd of the one who sounded the horn. Thats thest punishment for those who invaded the tomb. Youve only read about it in texts, so you dont really know. Documents from the Tower of Trials are often tampered with, especially ones aboutbyrinths designed for protection like this. You how do you know such things? How does he know? Because hes experienced it all himself, thats how. In the past, it wasnt much of a concern since yers had folded. But the three great despairs would be summoned back to their original ce after a week, so it wasnt a big problem for those who yedter, either. Of course. That was when it was all just a game. [The gate has been activated.] [An outbreak has urred in Beijing, China.] [The Three Great Cmities will manifest!] [A mark has been engraved on the yers of the Zhonghua Guild.] [Targets with a mark will be the focus of the Three Great Cmities, and if more than 50% of the yers in the Zhonghua Guild die, the entire country of China will be the target.] Red status boxes appeared in rapid session. This, this is Liao Weis eyes widened in shock. Monsters that they had never dared to fight were appearing in the Zhonghua Guild. It was an event as unpredictable as a natural disaster. Moyong Su was equally flustered. He thought he had understood everything about the despair-summoning horn through ancient texts. What on earth was this? The contradiction between the information he knew and reality made his head feel like it was about to burst. It seems like youve only nced at what was written somewhere, but there are many mistakes in the information listed in the Tower of Trials. A failure among failures. Thats why, now and then, such information in the Tower fooled people, just like it had now. You dare suggest the documents in the Martial Alliances archives are falsified? Do you even realize what nonsense youre spouting with that tongue? Moyong Su was livid. Wow, hes as fresh as live fish straight from the water. If you told the Moyong family here that they were the weakest amongst the five great families, hed probably drop dead from high blood pressure. Its none of my concern how well-informed Martial Alliance is. Whats urgent now is how to stop the Three Great Despairs, isnt it? For the moment, the marked yers from the Zhonghua Guild would be the target. But if more than 50% of the entire guild dies, the citizens themselves be targets. Now its not about protecting the guilds image or whatever. Its about fighting for the fate of all of China. Yet Stop spouting nonsense. How on earth are we supposed to protect China against those creatures? Moyong Su drew the line, seemingly believing there was no value in even considering it. Of course. I expected that kind of response, but so bluntly? Like a lizard shedding a useless tail, theres not even a hint of hesitation. Do you think the same? Jinhyuks gaze shifted to Liao Wei. Its one thing for Moyong Su to be indifferent, as it wasnt an incident in the martial world, but Liao Weis home ground is turning intoplete chaos. To protect the guild, he would have to enter thebyrinth. After a moment of pondering, Liao Wei slowly opened his mouth. Being marked means I also be a target if I go through the gate, correct? Yes, you would be seen as a tasty morsel to them. Then I too will not go. You would abandon yourrades so easily? You wouldnt understand or perhaps you would. Only the strong and useful may climb the tower. Ive learned the same from Master Nangong Tian. The idea that anything can be discarded for survival. Well, they thought nothing of attacking peaceful elven viges for their own benefit. Perhaps it is realistic to behave in such a manner. The leaders of the Zhonghua Guild, including Nangong Tian, were already in the process of being assimted into a part of the martial world. With a broader world of endless possibilities at their fingertips, they wouldnt want to risk losing everything trying to hold onto a reality that resembled a cesspit. I understand that. But To speak so callously of it felt nauseatingly vile. As I thought, its impossible to befriend you lot. Trash varies in levels, but this is food waste level. No, it might be time to even reconsider the food wastes point of view. Dont be hypocritical. In the end, were all bystanders, arent we? Liao Weis lips curled subtly. Im different from you. At the very least, I dont abandon my own people. Jinhyuk quietly shook his head. At that, Moyong Su questioned him once more. Youre not nning to enter the gate, are you? Puppies wagging their tails have no need to concern themselves with such matters, do they? You lot will now only care about the power struggles in the middle tiers, regardless of whether other people live or die. So, please, leave. The gate created by Kyeongjong doesntst very long. Its short of time, and I wont be backstabbing creatures nimble enough to scurry away like cockroaches, so you can walk away reassured. Futile heroism? How amusing. With a final sneer, Moyong Su turned away. We will return to the martial world as we are. It wasnt nned for us to abandon the Zhonghua Guild so soon, but theres nothing that can be done now. The main forces of the guild have been evacuated, havent they? Yes. As you instructed, they were all sent to the Training Ground before arriving here. But are we really leaving them be? It doesnt matter what we do. They cant do anything. I admit we were wrong about the effect of the horn. But we were not mistaken about the strength of the Three Great Despairs. Moyong Su was certain because he had fought them himself. No matter how extraordinary the yer may be, they couldnt change the inevitable oue. Whatever his intentions for helping China are, I cant say, but thanks to him, we can now get rid of a major headache without lifting a finger. That was enough. Theres no need to prolong the conversation or to probe each others intentions. The fools who enter the gate will soon all be cold corpses. Thats how Moyong Su and Liao Wei disappeared from the tomb. [Gate Duration: 0h:1m:13s] The status window shed even faster. Seeing the gate flicker, it seemed that almost no time was left. Are you really going to fight those monsters? It seems like there will be more losses than gains? Alice had approached and added to the conversation. To anyone, it looked like a reckless fight, of course, it didnt make sense. Of course. Its not because of some grand reason to help poor civilians. And its certainly not to save the Zhonghua Guild. Its all being recorded, right? Jinhyuk briefly checked the Broadcast Systems recording function. Normally, you couldnt turn on broadcasting or record during a masquerade, but thanks to the martial worlds forceful intervention in the system, an opportunity arose. Like a bug, so to speak. So, the fools enthusiastically dug their own graves. If these conversations were made public, everyone in the world would see the Zhonghua Guild for what it really is There was no need for a lengthy exnation. Plus, there were benefits to doing this, not just screwing over Zhonghua and the martial world. If he could hunt the Three Great Despairs, he could hog all the significant experience and items they dropped. Gaining notoriety and leveling up at the same time. Oh, the forces that value these reasons will be ecstatic. The des will all fall to me. The stage was set; it was impossible not to take this path. Jinhyuk pped his hands. It was time to select those who would enter the gate. One spot is taken by China, leaving two. Obviously, one is mine. Only one spot remained. Jinhyuks eyes sparkled expectantly. Despite the clear expectation, no one stepped forward. Tsk, tsk. Cheon Yu-Sung clicked his tongue as if to say, expect whats expected. Hmph, hmm. Alice whistled, feigning indifference. Even Teresa hesitated. I mean, shouldnt the saint, of all people, voluntarily step forward? Isnt she the European hero who halted the Amsterdam outbreak? Wait, now that I think about it Could it be? Feeling an intense sense of unease, Jinhyuk paused. Somethings off. Teresa had always embodied the pinnacle of altruism. No matter how dire the situation. Even if the opposition consisted of foes they had just battled. Herpassion was supposed to be unwavering. Yet at a time like this, she remained silent? That didnt make sense. As suspicion turned into certainty, there was only one way to find the truth. [Lv9 Eyes of Gluttony begin to perceive the target!] Quickly, Jinhyuk gathered mana into his eyes. And at that moment. All questions were immediately resolved. Ho-ho. Jinhyuk let out a quiet exmation of surprise. Things just got interesting. An unexpected and quite entertaining variable had emerged. Chapter 168: The Three Despairs (2) Chapter 168: The Three Despairs (2) Through the Eyes of Gluttony, Teresas information was revealed without any filters. Name: Teresa de Lorencia Sex: Female Age: 22 Level: 37 Strength 50, Agility 45, Stamina 30, Magical Power 40, Holy Power 55 Stat Points Avable: 0 Coins: 165,850 upation: Holy Knight Unique Ability: Stars Blessing Skills: Lv8 Holy Strengthening, Lv8 Song of Battle, Lv7 Blessed Touch, Lv5 Holy Command, Lv5 Illusionary Barrier, Corruption A new passive skill was added to the original status window. Corruption Holy knights with high levels of holy power, like Teresa, are often greatly influenced by their nature when battling formidable cmities. It seemed that the skill had newly awakened as a result of the battle with the Three Despairs. Wow. Even so, thats really something you dont see often. Jinhyuk swallowed dryly. He had met many holy knights and priests from the divine system in the past, but there was only one person who possessed that skill. Altruistic in nature and facing despair-grade monsters, which are rarely seen even within the tower, met the exceedingly stringent conditions for this oue. I really have an uncanny ability to pick people. With this, another useful card was added to his hand. Teresa. Yes? Congrattions. What are you congratting me for? Teresas eyes widened in unease. Usually, when Jinhyuk offered congrattions, it meant something that pleased him, not the other person. Cheh, I hate it when clever kids act like this. Having been together for some time, she seemed to have instinctively read the pattern of his behavior. But what can be done? Even if she realized it, the oue would not change. Jinhyuk smiled thinly and spread his arms wide. Special congrats! Youve been selected for a 1-day, flight-inclusive overseas trip with me as apanion! Is it not possible to refuse? The ne tickets are already bought. The cancetion fee would be overwhelming, Im afraid you wouldnt handle it. Teresa looked sad and hung her head. Meanwhile, Hey! What about me? Im stronger; why arent you taking me instead? Ellis was busily protesting with eyes aze, having switched from indifference to jealousy at seeing someone else selected. These high and lofty ones should not go to shabby ces. That was my intention to settle within my reach. Hmm, thats true, butits hard to believe that you would have suchmendable thoughts? Nature so vicious generally harbors much suspicion What are you saying? Suddenly, a cold aura erupted. It was a rapidly sharpened murderous intent. Jinhyuk hurriedly waved his hand. No, no. I just wanted to take Teresa this time. Its easier to deal with them when theres a sacred system ability user. If thats your reason, I suppose theres no helping it. Ellis grumbled discontentedly but did not persist any further. You and Cheon Yuseong wait here for a while. Since the administrators will soon find out that the Murim has interfered with the system, theyll likely open the way to the dance hall soon. Sure. Ill wait obediently. Ellis nodded lightly. Good. With the situation somewhat settled down, it was time to move. Just as Jinhyuk was about to head to the gate with Teresa, Kang Jinhyuk. Cheon Yuseong spoke up. The following words were somewhat unexpected. Come back safely. Wow, its worth living long. The great Sword Saint himself is worrying about me? I mean, dont get yourself killed by someone else. Damn it, I almost got moved for a moment, but Ill take that back. What more can one expect from a battle maniac who knows only to fight? Still Not a bad feeling. Unlike the life of lonely roaming the tower alone, there were now those who worried and waited. Plus, therades who would serve as sacrifices to duplicity and prove useful depending on the situation. He hoped they would continue to be together until the day the High-Water Corporation surpassed KOSPI and joined the Dow Jones. -Hes probably having another evil thought right now. Just killing him now might be best for humanity. -His expression alone makes him perfectly suited to be a vampire. Should consider transforming him one of these days while hes asleep. -Going away with Jinhyuk alone With each harboring different thoughts, A brilliant light erupted from the gate. At the headquarters of the Zhonghua Guild in Beijing, China, the ce was currently half-destroyed due to the approaching massive storm of magical power. This, this is unbelievable Good heavens. Everyone stared with stunned faces at the approaching dark clouds. Even from a considerable distance, the oppressive feeling pressing down on the whole body was akin to facing a gigantic mountain. This is the end. Regardless of fleeing now, or gathering the remaining strength to counterattack, the oue will not change. Sigh A woman with long, ponytailed hair and dressed in a ck suit. Xiao Ting, the head of security at the headquarters, tried to steady her shaky breath. She was virtually the only yer of ranker level present. The situation is at its worst, I know, but if we leave the outbreak unattended, we all know what will happen. The major outbreaks that urred in Amsterdam, Europe, New York, the USA, and Rio, Brazil dramatically illustrated the results everyone had ingrained. Hell. Yes, those ces had be living hells. Without any hope. But, but does this mean we have to defend this ce on our own? Yes, even now we should be contacting for assistance. Its impossible with just us. At least if Nangong Chun himself were to The yers faces turned ashen, retreating in fear. Rankers might hesitate to band together even if they were here, but to fight with just these members? Whats different from being used as cannon fodder and then dying while ordinary citizens flee in panic? Most joined the guild not for a sense of mission but for money and fame, hence not a single one harbored the thought of sacrificing their life for others. But just then, A massive tremor shook the ground. [The Three Despairs has manifested!] Beyond the dark clouds, lightning shed violently. Soon after, along with thunderstorms, the form revealed was Despair itself. Kieee! The ck Scorpion roared fiercely. Merely by emitting a sound. Yet the windows of the buildings shattered to pieces. The mere ripple of its magical power generated a physical force. Trembling, the yers of the Zhonghua Guild froze on the spot. Xiao Ting was paralyzed, too. Could it be It was this powerful? What was initially felt to be a mere fraction was nothingpared to the monster fully revealed now; its true scope iprehensible. The ck Scorpion chased the marks branded on the yers of the Zhonghua Guild, rapidly closing the distance. 1 km, 700m 300m! Now, the building immediately in front was shattered. Boom! Uaaaaaah! Save people! Please, someone! Citizens screamed frantically, scrambling away. But escaping within the jammed city streets was not easy. Roads split open, and utility poles snapped like toothpicks. The casualty count skyrocketed. We have to fight! Xiao Ting pushed through her fear, stepping forward to lead. Damn! Damn! Everyone, attack! The yers of the Zhonghua Guild hurled themselves forward reflexively. They knew they could not escape at that speed. nk! nk! Various weapons pounded against the ck Scorpions carapace. Trained harshly, they timed their jumps from the building and struck at the ck Scorpions blind spots perfectly. Of course, The des,yered with sword energy, did nothing more than further incense the ck Scorpions fury. Kieeek! A tail glowing with dark red light pierced through a mans torso. [The ck Scorpion uses its unique ability Neurotoxin!] Gulping! Agh Gah? Venom infused. From the mans eyes and nose, thick streams of blood spurted. An attack that easily crushed both armor and defensive skills. With each swing of its tail, the life of one yer was reaped. Kuh! Xiao Ting lunged quickly. Thinking she had to act, her movements became even faster. Brilliant light flickered on the dual daggers in her hands, a level of sword energy at least 2 tiers higher than what the previous yers had deployed. I need to aim for a rtively soft part of the exoskeleton. [Xiao Ting activates Lv8 Light Footsteps!] Dodging around the ck Scorpions nks, shes fast. Moving with a flickering afterimage, even a casual observer couldnt help but exim. Kieek! The ck Scorpions pincers swiped through thin air at the incredibly rapid movement. Perhaps annoyed by the buzzing fly before its eyes, the ck Scorpion suddenly reared up. Boom! Dust billowed from the ground, obscuring the sight. Simultaneously, pincers and poison stingers in the tail targeted Xiao Ting from three directions. However, that, too, was within Xiao Tings calctions. Now! She twisted her body mid-air with all her might, aiming at the gaping underbelly with the daggers in hand, certain it would prate. But, Noweak spot? Shock shook Xiao Tings eyes. Not prating. Not even a scratch. As if all attacks were utterly futile. While Xiao Ting despaired, the ck Scorpions pincers swiftly snapped her up. Aaah! As pressure entered the pincer, Xiao Ting let out a piercing scream. Despite struggling fiercely, it was in vain. A little more force, and shed be snapped in half, a foregone conclusion. Block it! Damn! Herrades tried to save her, but once they entered the ck Scorpions kill zone, a heavy blood mist erupted. Over ten yers were swept away in a single blow. Now, norades remained by her side. yers considered the best in China were nothing but insignificant worms before the monster. Dimming consciousness thought. Its over Nangong Chun and the other rankers had abandoned the Zhonghua Guild. The remaining yers would be horrifically torn apart. Countless dead bodies would pile up. Visions of crying children and fallen parents holding their offspring appeared. But there was no way to save them. Standing against a natural disaster with human strength was impossible. Having resigned to her fate, Xiao Ting closed her eyes. But at that very moment, [Ice Sculpture Sword of the Heavens activates!] Ice streaks descending from the sky, and, [Ice Sculpture Sword of the Earth activates!] Ice streaks surging from the ground met as one. The airchanged. A cold breeze gently brushed Xiao Tings hair. What was this feeling? Though close to losing consciousness, Her heart thumped more rapidly than ever before. Chapter 169: Three Great Despairs (3) Chapter 169: Three Great Despairs (3) Before Xiaotings eyes appeared none other than Jinhyuk. Kang Jinhyuk. Xiaotings voice trembled thinly. How could she not recognize him? Currently in China, no, he was the person attracting the most attention in the whole world. Yet, Xiaotings surprise was not solely because Jinhyuk was an extraordinary yer. The leaders of the Zhonghua Guild have fled and hes offering to help us? It was iprehensible. What could possibly drive someone from another country, who is practically an enemy, to rescue them? What on earth Questions chased more questions, but in truth, the reasons were of no consequence to her. What mattered now Was that someone had appeared to save them in this desperate situation. Its Kang Jinhyuk! Its really him. For real! How did a ranker from Korea get here? Can we survive this? The onlookers swallowed their dry spit. When Chinas elites had been helplessly shredded, they had had no choice but to give up on life. yers who had always been seen triumphing with pride on TV, the very pirs of Zhonghua, died without being able to put up a proper fight. Thus, they were certain they would meet the same fate. But then. At that moment. Something unexpected happened. Luckily, Im not toote. Teresa exhaled softly. The light that descended through Blessing of the Stars enveloped the wounded. The injuries began to heal slowly but surely. Flesh mended and bones found their ce. Having dealt with the crisis, Teresa nced at ck Scorpion. She had briefly managed to immobilize him using two swords, but she hadnt inflicted a fatal wound. He was struggling to escape from the ice pirs right now. This is dangerous Judging by the speed at which the ice shards were breaking apart, there wasnt much time left. A few minutes at most. Afterwards, the first despair would start rampaging again. Moreover. Teresas gaze now moved towards the storm clouds. It wasnt just ck Scorpion surging through the thunderstorm. Kukukukuku! The airflow distorting, fissures erupted in the sky. Overwhelming magical power. If the third despair were to fully manifest, she couldnt even imagine how dire the situation would be. In the tomb our powers were suppressed. It would have been dangerous if the tomb had copsed due to the full release of power. However. Now, theres no need for such caution. To them, this event was not about protection but retribution. Listening to Jinhyuks calm words, Teresa carefully opened her mouth, her voice shaking. Arent you afraid, Mr. Jinhyuk? Victory had always been his, but the path was like walking a tightrope. One mistake, onepse, could cost him his life. Yet. How could he possibly remain soposed? Instead of answering, Jinhyuk just smiled lightly. He must be worried. Even monkeys could fall from trees. No matter how promising one might be, theres no rule saying they cannot make mistakes. But. For a true veteran of the game For a yer who has seen the summit of a tower everyone else has failed to climb. Not making a single mistake is the rule. Please take care of those behind you. With you, Ms. Teresa, they can be protected from coteral damage due to the battle. Having finished speaking, Jinhyuk pulled out two swords from his dimensional inventory. [Unique Ability Sword Grave is activated!] Dark mes surged around the fang he held in his left hand. [Unique Ability Mand blooms.] Golden mist flickered around the twin dragon sword in his right hand. At that moment. Kieeee! The ck Scorpion, trapped in ice, broke free. The ck exoskeleton and the shing red eyes stood out vividly. Fuming with murderous intent, it clearly was incensed. Kwaang! In an instant, ck Scorpion closed the distance, uncharacteristic for its size, as it targeted Jinhyuk with its tail. An attack too fast for numerous yers to react to. The stinger, moving as if ignoring mass, punctured diagonally through the air. Be careful! Dangerous! Teresa and Xiaoting screamed involuntarily. But. They were all misunderstanding one thing. Its undeniable that despair is strong, but. Theres always something greater. Kwadeuk! Puck! A pair of swords moved too lightly. Or rather, it seemed they might have moved, judging only from the oue. As Jinhyuks hands made a subtle motion, blood soon spurted from both sides of ck Scorpions exoskeleton. Kiee There was no anguished scream, no furious thrashing from the wound inflicted. ck Scorpions body swayed greatly. That was the end. ck Scorpion crashed through the windowpane into the building. Kwakwakwakwa! Falling debrispletely engulfed ck Scorpions body. [The first despair has been extinguished.] Amidst the unbelievable spectacle, silence lingered for several seconds. All the spectators stood frozen. He, he took it down with one blow? Xiaoting stuttered in shock, almost biting her tongue. It was well-known that the opponent was strong. But this level was inconceivable. How high the level, how special the ability, it was beyond imagination. Teresa was just as flustered. She thought she knew Jinhyuk better than anyone present, But this This simply didnt feel real. The more I see, the more amazing he is. She suddenly recalled their first meeting. When he had asked her to trust him no matter what came their way. Once again, I worried over nothing. A faint smile appeared on Teresas lips. Once again, she assured herself. No matter how hopeless the enemy faced, there was a yer she could trust and follow. Arade who would stand firm in any situation. Right there, before her eyes. [Your level has increased!] [Your level has increased!] [Your level has increased!] [Your level has increased!] [You have acquired the title Challenger of Despair.] [Challenger of Despair] Acquisition Difficulty: Immeasurable Effect: When facing the Three Great Despairs, all stats are increased by 10%. However, the effects of this title will disappear once all three despairs are defeated. A whole 4 levels. Considering that he was in his level 50s, this experience gain was unreal. Definitely something worthwhile. Jinhyuk nodded in satisfaction. The manifestations of the despairs did indeed release various restrictions, but there was also a cost that came with it. With greater strength alsoe vulnerabilities. Equivalent Exchange. In the Tower of Trials, its impossible to gain only benefits. To acquire something, an equal price must be paid. In this case, it was the appearance of fatal vulnerabilities that counted as payment. 2.7cm to the left of the heart, and 3.3cm below where the lungs were situated. These were ck Scorpions weak points. But even knowing them, delivering a precise attack with the correct force and angle was needed for it to be effective, so sess wasnt guaranteed even with the knowledge. Just one person. Except for me. At that moment, Multiple status windows appeared before Jinhyuk. [Several factions are extremely excited.] [The massive faction Empire expresses admiration for your heroism.] [You have gained 10,000 points in public credit.] [The Elemental Realm bestows 3,000 points in public credit.] [The goodwill towards you has risen to a very high level.] Yes. This was it. Crossing over to China and bridging a dangerous gap was not only about leveling up but also about attracting the attention of the factions. After all, in the Faction Selection War, the most important point was umting public credit. To the factions that value honor, the existence of a hero was a temptation too hard to resist. Titles may or may not be given, but luck seems to be on my side this time. The second despair might be manageable, but the third ck Sphere was quite tricky to deal with, With its speed and destructive power. If taken lightly, it could pierce one full of holes. However, the presence of the title allowed for a more favorable design of battle. Now, just one more issue needs to be resolved. Jinhyuk nced briefly at Teresa. To achieve the goal of bringing Teresa instead of Elise or Cheon Yuseong There was still one more issue to deal with. The situation needs to be carefully orchestrated But as Jinhyuk pondered that very moment, Kwaang! Kwaang! With a loud noise, green vines burst from the ground. Cars hit squarely by the vines shot up into the sky. The second despair had made its appearance. Sure got impatient. Jinhyuk quickly leaped away to get some distance. Wherever he set foot, huge craters formed continuously. Kwakwakwakwakwa! As the storm of green waves surged, an individual darted smoothly through it. Thus, a dangerous game of tag, caught yet uncaught, continued. The one growing increasingly impatient as time dragged on was the gigantic carnivorous nt. Kieeeeek! Between the shattered ground, a mouth filled with hundreds of teeth emerged. [The second despair Yantaman activates Seismic Detection!] That was exactly why this creature was troublesome. Not only could it sense the slightest tremor on the ground to pinpoint its target, but it could also send shockwaves to that exact location. Its offense and defense could only be described as wless. Is this where the real game begins? Jinhyuks movements quickened further. As the vines became quicker and more urate, he had to adapt his movements to a more unpredictable pattern. Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang! The pointed tips of the vines prated the ground like bullets. Jinhyuk weaved in and out ofmpposts, slowly luring the creature towards the outskirts. Whoosh! Tiny mes created through Fire Elementals flickered dimly atop thempposts. Just a little more. Just a bit more and At the junction where buildings met, Jinhyuk used Sword Demon Emperor Step to leap as far as he could. He crossed over 15 meters in an instant. And then. A ck sphere appeared right in front of Jinhyuk. He had finally reached the territory of the third despair. Patsuts! The spheres surface rippled. Ance faster than thought was ready to thrust forward without any preparatory movement. Kieee! From behind, the real body of the nt that had been pursuing him revealed itself. Chunks of earth and fragments of cement fell towards the ground. The immense body, nearly 100 meters, was intimidating in its very presence. Front and back. There was nowhere left to run. Chapter 170: Ancient Species (1) Chapter 170: Ancient Species (1) The retreat path was perfectly sealed off. Its over Da-, damn it. Weve made a mistake. Its all wrong now! Despairing exmations came from those watching. Despite his movement that seemed touched by the divine, dodging attacks, it all ended here. If under attack from both the front and rear, not even a flying ranker could survive. Affirming that notion, a ck sphere and carnivorous nt targeted Jinhyuk simultaneously. Spines transcending perception surged towards Jinhyuks heart, while dozens of tendrils fell to crush his entire body. At that moment, Jinhyuk activated the hidden card he had been preparing while evading. [Lv9 Element of Fire has been activated!] [Unique ability Blessing of the Stars has been activated!] The mes left atop the streetlights, infused with the power of stars, erupted into an immense ze. Boom! Boom! Boom! The area became a sea of fire in an instant, as if tons of explosives had detonated. The inevitable smoke obscured vision, adding confusion even to Vibration Detection, creating a perfect surprise. Now! Jinhyuk seized the gap and moved. They dont attack each other because they recognize a unique biological signal. Despite possessing overwhelming power, they didnt harm each other for this reason. But, Conversely, if we can identify the location emitting that signal, we can exploit their system. Jinhyuk leaped towards the nt through the smoke, his Blessing of the Stars causing confusion in its vibration detection, allowing him to prate unhindered. Kyeeek? A weak interior appeared among the iling vines. At first nce, the green innards all looked the same. However, a smile curled at the corners of Jinhyuks mouth. As expected, its hidden within the seventh peak. Spotting the subtle difference in the flow of magic was key, and the second Despairs weakest point was always at the innermost part probably a basic instinct to hide a fatal weakness. Jinhyuk quickly tore open a piece of the epidermis. Then, Keek! The nt started glowing brightly. Its part managing biological signals was destroyed, throwing it into chaos. The tendrilsshed out, demolishing everything in front. Boom! A direct hit caused a building to copse in one strike a truly brutish disy of power. But, what it was targeting, The globe reacted to the indiscriminate attack. As a tendril hit the surface of the sphere, Wriggle, The surface of the sphere contorted. [The third Despair Abyssal Globe uses its unique ability Thorn of Erosion!] Power of an indescribable magic surged from the sphere. Silently! A clean sound of pration followed, and green fluids gushed from the body of the nt, as dozens of thorns shredded itpletely. Kieeee. The ntsrge size became a disadvantage at this moment. An easier target to hit. Thud! The gigantic nt crumpled to the ground. [The second Despair has been extinguished.] Two down Jinhyuk nodded slightly, satisfied. Using ones own kind against itself is always the best way. Ideally, the nt would have taken care of the globe, but given their difference in strength, that was wishful thinking. Still, no rise in levels. Although indirect interventions sometimes counted for experience, Despair-level monsters were an exception. Without direct involvement, it was impossible to gain experience or items. Its a shame I cant reap it all. However, if he could deal with thest remaining globe, he could receive the greatest reward yet. [Upon dealing with all three cmities, you will gain a top-rank reward relevant to the unique abilities of the target.] The adjective rted was ambiguous, making it difficult to guess the exact reward. But one thing was certain the reward would befit an almost impossible feat. Previously, it had given Over-rank fusion materials, and now Jinhyuk couldnt wait to see what he would get this time. And thats when it happened. Huh!? Jinhyuk reflexively swung his fangs. Boom! A ck thorn collided with his de, barely changing its trajectory, but the severe impact sent a shiver down to his bones. Damn it. Could it locate him precisely even in such smoke? To think it aimed perfectly at his vital spot seemed no coincidence. He was aware of its higher levels of sensory ability, but could even the Blessing of the Stars not deceive it? What kind of sense organs did this thing possess? Jinhyuk promptly regained his posture. It came at him again. And this time, it was chillingly urate. Boom! Bang! A red me erupted within the smoke. An intensely lethal exchange unfoldedthe spear of swift death against the dagger guided by experience and reflexes, neither giving an inch. Then, The attacks stopped abruptly, and from the globe came a t voice. [Annoying human.] Through the dissipating smoke, the twisted surface of the globe was visible. The deadly war machine spoke atst. Indeed, one could be quite annoyed. A normal yer wouldnt even withstand the first attack. I never was the type to charm anyone. Usually, they would fall ill with rage or give up on talking altogether. [Are you trying to provoke me with words, hoping Ill get excited? Not a bad method. The one who takes control can steer the situation to their advantage.] The mechanical voice went on. Regardless Its no fun provoking someone so stoic. A blush of irritation would at least prompt another jab. So youre opening your mouth now because if we keep going on like this, well just run parallel forever. Youre giving up and saying youll return to your cozy grave Is that right? [Hardly. Its just that if Imx with a pest like you, itll be endless. So Im saying, Ill face you properly now.] Thats when it happened. The globe began to morph. Ripples formed on its smooth surface. It contorted, and after the ripples ceased, the spherical globe had transformed into a human shape. [The third Despair Nameless is revealed.] A monochrome figure cloaked in ck. Void of eyes, nose, or mouth, but undeniably human in shape. Hmm, its been quite some time since I assumed this form. Nameless stretched and extended its hand. Crack! A ck thorn about 1.5 meters long sprung from its palm. How about we start with a simple spear throw? Nameless assumed a throwing stance, and the air seemed to freeze. ! Forfeiting the advantage of rapid attacks and adopting a human form wasnt just for a warm-upit was gathering strength. Forsaking petty blows for one that couldnt be deflected. An overwhelming strike. Realizing this, Jinhyuks body reacted first. Thunk! His fangs bit into the ground. [Partial transformation of Mand activated.] Flicker! A golden barrier materialized. [The 1st section Four Directions Cut Off is activated!] A triyered barrier, enhanced by the Moons Mark, sprouted with white-runed light. A seemingly robust shield obstructed between Jinhyuk and Nameless. Interesting. Even without using magic, you sensed the danger. Cant be anything other than good instinct. Nameless seemed genuinely amazed as it let out the sound. Almost instantly, The twisted ck thorn wasunched. Boom! A sonic boom ensued due to breaching the sound barrier. It was followed by an attack worthy to be called the strongest spear. Jinhyuk pulled up all his magical power. The runes glowed even brighter. At that moment, Boom! The thorn collided with the Mand shield. Kuh! Biting down hard, Jinhyuk almost lost consciousness from the shocking impact but managed to cling to his senses. Crack! The half-shattered shield. The firstyer was obliterated on impact, and the second was already pierced. Yet the spinning thorn lost none of its might, stripping awayyers as it approached Jinhyuks face. Now, just 10 cm away. This way Its dangerous. But it was toote to dodge. The thorn, having prated the barrier, smashed into Jinhyuks face. Thump! Jinhyuks head snapped back. Kugh With the wind knocked out of him, he slowly toppled backward. Jinhyuk? Teresa stuttered. The absurd scene made her lips tremble. No, its a joke, right? Please get up Please. Pleeease! Checking if she saw it wrongly, the thorn was indeed piercing through Jinhyuks head. With such a wound, anyone would be unsurvivable. Dont worry too much. Soon, I will send all of you to join him. Delivering another thorn, Nameless said. Youll kill us too? Yes. You disturbed the rest of the grave as well. Every human linked to you, even those of the Neutralization Guild and others, will die. All this for disturbing your sleep? Do not judge the severity of your sins with your petty standards. To us, its a grave sin not even washable with blood. Haha Sorrow and emptiness. And above all, a long-suppressed rage began to rise. Overwhelmed by emotions, Teresas chest heaved violently. At the same time, Drip. A single ck-tinged teardrop fell from her eye. Namelesss surface rippled. Is the holy power corrupting? An interesting ability. A rare phenomenon considered exceptional. But, If I destroy it before it fully matures, thats all. Still speaking in an unchanged voice, Nameless wielded the spear. It could simply end Teresa and wipe out all humans marked by the Neutralization Guild and beyond. However, There was more to the abnormality. Nameless halted in ce. Its gaze fell upon where Jinhyuk had fallen. There was something there, Something that could even make an entity meant to maintain order and bnce quiver in fear. At that moment, [The Aether Inventory is forcibly opened.] Reacting to its masters death, something responded. Kuh-kuh-kuh-kuh-kuh-kuh! The 20-meter wide Aether Inventory,pletely surreal, opened. This is Even Namelesss voice carried an unfamiliar tone for the first time. And no wonder, For what emerged from beyond was A being that could never be caged by the likes of Towers floors. Boom! The weighty footsteps were as if a mountain had stepped. The pinnacle of magical power, if it were to have a pinnacle, would be described thus. KROOOOAR! The sharp roar split clounds and stirred the atmosphere. It was the true embodiment of Despair and Cmity. Chapter 171: Ancient Species (2) Chapter 171: Ancient Species (2) The spirit tree and summon beasts within the Tower of Trials exist only as avatars, not their true bodies. Their true bodies are bound to different dimensions, with only part of them living within the tower. And theres a medium that allows them to exist in the tower. It is the mana supplied by the contractor. Ordinarily, once the contract isplete, spirits and summon beasts with severed energy sources refuse to manifest in the tower However, even in such cases, there is one exception. If the trust between the master and creature is deep enough, they might use their own mana to stay present in this realm. As they would forcefully break through the constraints to do so. Just like now. [Ancient Species ??? has manifested!] There was no need for any more flowery rhetoric. Kukukukuku! Its mere existence overwhelmed causality to a breaking point. What appeared was not the small, toddling lizard with ck scales. The beasts head and upper torso barely squeezed through the twenty-meter-wide gate. Its true body must be hundreds of meters long, at the very least. Chrrrk! Golden chains binding its entire body caused the head of the creature, half emerged, like a sweet potato, toe to a sudden halt. Krooooooo! Pumpkin-like yellow eyes turned toward Nameless. H-How can an Ancient Species. Nameless stood frozen in ce. It wouldnt have been a shock if it were merely an ancient species. But what truly dismayed him now, was the fact that this Ancient Species had exhausted its own power in rage over the death of its contractor. Ancient Species were beings promised eternal life, meaning contracting with humans was little more than a game for them. Humans could be discarded and reced at any time upon death. Yet, this behavior implied something else That it trusted them to this extent. No other exnation made sense. If you rampage here, youll only be gnawing away at your own lifespan, you know? Nameless spoke slowly. This was, essentially, the only threat he could manage. However, as if the creature couldnt care less, Woowooong! A blinding light started gathering in the sweet potatos mouth. The strongest skill exclusive to dragons. Breath. And now, even surpassing that, the Ancient Species Unique Holy Chant manifested. [Ancient Species ??? summons Sword of Judgement.] Whoosh! The mes grew more intense. Moisture in the air started to evaporate. The mirages spreading across the ground felt like prophecies of what was soon toe. Kugh! Danger. Recognizing this, Nameless brought out a ck shield. Thick with thorns, it clearly emanated extraordinary powerrightly so, since it held the Absolute Judgement effect from guarding the Royal Tomb. And at that moment, Sswaaaah A gust of scorching wind swept between buildings. The civilians had all evacuated while Jinhyuk bought time. Meaning, flying into unrestrained rage wouldnt matter. Patsutsutsu! The concentrated me grew fiercer still. The red ball of fire soon turned azure blue. It morphed into a ckish-red me. But, this was not the end. White. Pure white destruction me, one that could turn everything into naught. One of the mightiest fires known to exist. Damn it who cares about lifespan at this point! Nameless bellowed. It was iprehensible. What was so special about that damned human? Such a worthless, already dead human! But right then, As Nameless gazed towards where the bodyy, his mouth dropped open. A red mouth appeared on the ck surface, wide open. No, no way Could it be? Without a doubt, he saw it. Despite all eyes drawn elsewhere by themotion, An individual was rising gracefully, as if bathing in starlight. Wait a moment! Nameless desperately pointed towards Jinhyuks location. Wait and see! Cant you see the man iling like a freshly caught flounder from a fish farm, munching on popcorn! But it was toote. Kwakwakwakwakwa! Apressed stream of fire split the ground. Kuaaaaa! Before Nameless could react, white mes engulfed him. *** Steel and concrete evaporated. Scars, like those from a wild beasts ws, marred the ground. Kehugh. The ck shield had long since vanished. Only the upper half of Nameless remained, uttering a heavy sigh. Step. Footsteps approached. Thought you couldnt feel pain without a sense of touch, but seems like after taking human shape, you became capable of it? It was Jinhyuk. As if he was never affected, his face remained immacte. D-Did you purposely let it happen? Thats right, shrugged Jinhyuk. No matter how strong the three despairs were, would he really let himself be beaten by minions from the mid floors of the tower? A bothersome task, yet had he truly fought, victory was inevitable without any variables. But then. That wouldnt have provided the opportunity for Teresa to awaken. One of the primary conditions for corruption is witnessing the death of someone precious. Still, youre quite strong. Not many could hold their form after being hit by an Ancient Species Unique Holy Chant. Sincerely. His offensive and defensive abilities were astonishing. Among the yers, there would be probably no one who could win a head-on fight against this guy. Thats supposed to be Nameless looked down at his disintegrating half. Particles crumbled to dust. Regeneration refused to happen, signaling the sweet potatos strength was for real. Am I, to end sovainly? Namelesss mouth gaped, thrashing in agony. Of course, his fate remained unchanged. [The third despair has been extinguished.] Since summons share experience when they kill, unlike the second despair, this time, he would receive a considerable boost. Sure enough. Immediately, multiple status windows appeared in front of Jinhyuk. [Your level has increased!] [Your level has increased!] [Your level has increased!] [] A whopping eight levels! Having already gone up by four levels after taking down ck Scorpion, this single raid earned a total of twelve levels. There would, of course, be no yers topare, and among the residents, his level would be quite significant. However, what elicited most anticipation wasnt the level up. The true excitement came from the reward for dispatching the pestilent despair. Thump, thump, thump! Jinhyuks heart raced. After all the troubles faced, a reward befitting the efforts was in ordersomething so impressive it would turn heads. What could it be? It was now time to find out. Just as he thought this, Ding! [For defeating the third despair Nameless, a reward rting to the yers unique ability will be given.] [Copy Free Pass has been awarded.] [Copy Free Pass] Acquisition Difficulty: Unknown (No precedent exists for obtaining this item. Thus, you will be its first user.) Details: You can now copy one unique ability and skill youve encountered in the tower. Note, this only applies if youve directly observed the skill in action. No absurdly ridiculous or arduous copy conditions. Just having seen it once fulfills the criteria. Swallowing dryly, Jinhyuk felt the enormity of the moment. This was A jackpot. From when hest yed in the Tower of Trials to now, in reality, he hade across countless opportunities. But never before had he experienced a reward quite so overwhelming. *** [The Faction Selection has concluded.] [All yers in thebyrinth will be forcibly transferred to the masquerade hall.] Exposed as corrupt, the Faction Selection came to a close with the interference of the Martial Realm and the Central China Guild. Woowooong! shes of bright lights flickered. One by one, yers appeared in the masquerade hall. Khh We survived. Im never doing this again, damn it. Feels like Ive aged a decade in one go. Everyone lookedpletely drained. Their highest achievement was barely ascending the towers tenth floor, yet they found themselves abruptly in the 25th-floorbyrinth. While survival was guaranteed from thebyrinths monsters and traps, the pressure still far exceeded their imaginations. Nevertheless, A day well spent. Jinhyuk stretched out contentedly. Having dealt one blow to the Central China Guild and secured the Five Elements spirits, the true victor of this Faction Selection was clear. Especially after defeating the three despairs in China, the levels gained and the various bonuses received were astonishing even by his standards. To attest to that fact, Ding! [Your merits will now be updated.] [Current Merit Ranking] 1st ce: Kang Jinhyuk (7,565,100P) 2nd ce: Liao Wei (4,450P) 3rd ce: Namgoong Cheon (3,190P) A staggering 7.5 million points. Having thoroughly decoded the secret abilities of the Horn that Calls Despair and demonstrated the ability to manipte the overall situation It was only logical for the merits to break through the roof. Above all, the sight of him saving China from the three despairs that could sweep the entire Central China Guild, it was enough to set the tired hearts of the towers inhabitants racing. Can feel the excitement bubbling up already. Jinhyuk held his head high. Could he feel the excited mana jumping about as if it were tangible skin sensations? The factions eagerly waiting on the second floor were evident even with the managers blocking the way. Without interference, no doubt they wouldve rushed down to abduct him from the first floor. Then, Hm? Something caught Jinhyuks senses. It was the first floor, not the second. There sat a yer, injured just like the rest. He was the master of the Samurai Guild, the top ranked samurai of Japan, Yoshihito. Ah right. I havent gotten around to copying his ability yet. There was hardly a moment to breathe between movements, no time to meet. He had already obtained the Free Pass, but more abilities were always better. Missing the chance to copy a rankers skill was simply unthinkable. Jinhyuk recalled Yoshihitos copy conditions. 1. Ovee Yoshihito by using someone else, not yourself. Note that someone else refers to a yer. 2. If you fail, you may step in personally, but youll be unable to use any of your weapons. Instead, you must use either a fork, chopsticks, a spoon, or a pencil to subdue him. With selection about to begin, theres no time for a personal sh. Besides, starting a fight now wouldnt be justifiable. Lets see Whats the easiest and most foolproof way to fulfill these copy conditions? Oh! A particrly devilish n just came to mind. Chapter 172: Nighttime Gala (1) Chapter 172: Nighttime G (1) Jinhyuk was organizing his n when he approached Yoshiro. He waved his hand gently, as if greeting a friend from the neighborhood he hadnt seen in a long time. That casual wave was the key point, and the wide, harmless smile was an added touch. What the What is it? However, Yoshiros reaction was far from weing. His eyes were sharp with suspicion as they focused on Jinhyuk. Understandable, maybe? Dont be so prickly. Sure, our first encounter wasnt great, but theres no need for it to stay that way, right? Jinhyuk shrugged nonchntly as he casually bumped his middle finger against his thumb. Click! And then. [Subspace Inventory has been opened.] Through the flickering space, something familiar materialized. It was one of the three sacred treasures, the Cheongchong-un Sword, with its distinctive white de. Gasp! Yoshiro inhaled sharply. The sight of the sacred treasure, which had been lost by the Samurai Guild, caused his pupils to shake violently. It was obviously a shock. The whole of Japan was currently searching frantically for this very item. How did you? Responding calmly to Yoshiros question, Jinhyuk said: Liao Wei had it. You may have considered him an ally, but he was actually the one who stole your sacred artifact. Thats impossible. We have a treaty with Zhonghua. Are you telling me to believe theyve orchestrated this treachery? So, being allies means wearing a smiling mask on the outside until you stab each other in the back when things go south? They both knew this from historyno alliance is eternal. On the surface, Zhonghua and the Samurai had agreed to climb the Tower together, but their interests could turn them into enemies overnight. Do you really believe that they are trustworthyrades in battle? Thats Yoshiro trailed off, uncertain if he could really attach the word trustworthy before them. Seizing the moment of emotional confusion, Jinhyuk quickly added: Look, Im not asking for anything grand. I just came to return this sword to you. Thank you. On behalf of the Samurai Guild, I express our gratitude. Yoshiro nodded, though it was clear he didnt want to. How could he refuse when Jinhyuk was offering to return a sacred item without asking for anything in return? Although he felt uneasy, Yoshiro quickly brushed aside his doubts. Good, thats settled. Now, Jinhyuk approached Cheon Yu Seong. The chaos around them meant their conversation didnt draw much attention. What kind of wordy are you nning this time? Cheon Yu Seong clicked his tongue right away. Why does this guy get so annoyed just by seeing my face? Isnt it about time for some kind of affection to develop? When someone is trying to give you a nice gift, shouldnt your eyes at least show a glimmer of pleasure? A nice gift? Yeah. I promised Id get you a weapon at that tailors, right? Not a cheap one, but a sword worthy of the Sword Saint. He hade to fulfill that promise. Cheon Yu Seong looked surprised. Are you really going to give me a sword, just like that? Yep! I made a promise to the great Sword Saint, so of course, I have to keep it. I have a hard time believing you, especially when you make such bold statements Just trust me this onest time. Havent you heard the saying, fortunees to those who trust? Hmph. So where is this sword? Trapped. The fish with the prickly personality had taken the bait. This was the crucial moment. Jinhyuk put on an expression of guilt and remorse that would make a Hollywood director cast him on the spot for his perfect emotional performance. The thing is, I really did want to give it to you, but it was stolen just before I got here. An unmistakable grinding sound came from clenched teeth. Veins popped on the forehead of an angry Cheon Yu Seong. You again No, no, wait. Dont draw your sword here. Its not for cutting or stabbing. Stop it. Youre going to kill someonekill me! Jinhyuk quickly ducked his head. No joke; Cheon Yu Seong would have executed an uppercut slice if it were anyone else. I had a good sword for you, really. But someone snatched it just before I came here. Who took it? There, that guy Jinhyuk pointed towards a man. The man, tantly out of the ordinary and smiling brightly while holding an exceptional sword, stood out immediately. When I told him it was a gift for you, he said the sword would be wasted on a greenhorn who knows nothing about swordsmanship. That was enough. The murder in Cheon Yu Seongs eyes was inly visible. Just wait. Our conversation isnt over yet. If you insist, Ill wait here, solid as a rock and forever if need be. But when you get the sword back, make sure you remember its my gift to you, okay? Jinhyuk cheered the man eagerly from behind. [Conditions have been met.] [The chosen skill is Sword Draw.] [The copied skill will be stored in Memories of the World.] Unsurprisingly, an exhausted Yoshiro was no match for Cheon Yu Seong. How could he possibly block someone swinging a sword with such ferocity? Thanks to this, Jinhyuk sessfully operated without lifting a finger. He watched Yoshiro being carried off to the makeshift infirmary that the administrators had set up in an annex, and Jinhyuk quietly sped his hands together. That should be sufficient to convey his apology; worst case, he might offer to buy him a drinkter. Good. Very good. Excellent, in fact. Jinhyuk nodded with satisfaction. Indeed,rades are precious. They prove useful exactly when you need them. Now, time to check the grand rewards. With all the bonus stats piled up through leveling up and the abilities to be copied, Jinhyuk had a mountain of tasks ahead of him. Activating his personal status window, Jinhyuk took a look. Ding! Name: Kang Jinhyuk Gender: Male Age: 27 Level: 67 Strength 25, Agility 25, Stamina 34, Magic Power 110, Perception 100, Luck 10, Adaptability 78, Vital Energy 17.53 Avable stat points: 36 Coins: 421,350 Profession: Rune Interpreter Unique Abilities: Fusion, Sword Grave, Stars Blessing, Judgement of Anubis, Blood Demon Qi, Mand, One Second Invulnerability, Thousand Poisons, White Tiger, Shared Prosperity Skills: Lv.9 Elemental Fire, Lv.9 Eye of Gluttony, Lv.6 Sympathy, Lv.7 Soul Imprint, Lv.6 Toxin Absorption, Lv.6 Shallow Breathing, Lv.11 cier Sculpting, Lv.8 Daylight, Lv.5 Giant Grip, Lv.7 Soul Chasing Sword, Lv.1 Double Agent, Lv.5 True Taehwangs Method, Lv.6 Sword Demon Emperors Step, Lv.1 Blurred Scent, Lv.4 Psychic Barrier, Lv.3 Heavenly Melody, Lv.3 Another Worlds Restaurant, Lv.3 Crimson Magic Bullet, Lv.2 Heavenly Net of Earth, Lv.1 Soul Bloodsucking, Lv.1 Demon Soul Sword, Lv.1 Sword Draw Barriers: You have learned too many barriers, which have been folded away for now. With the delightful number of 36 stat points, Jinhyuk pondered where to invest and how much to get the most efficient synergy. Strength was in much need if he considered the battle with Nameless. Reaction speed was good, but when confronting an attack, the pressure was significant. [Strength will increase from 25 to 50.] He boldly invested 25 stat points. Immediately, the muscles throughout his body felt different. Without steffiroid injections, he had the uncontroble strength of a monster. Despite no increase in size, his muscles were iparably denser. Gripping a marble table, he felt as if ying with y as his fingers easily prated the stone. Madness Without even using Giants Grip, his ordinary grip strength was now monstrous. This should suffice for strength for a while. Next was inevitably magic powera stat never overemphasized for using various abilities and skills. He invested the remaining stats into magic power without hesitation. [Magic Power has increased from 110 to 121.] Phew Jinhyuk gently closed his eyes, feeling the magic power coursing through him. It circted smoothly, spreading pleasurably to every corner of his body. Now, for the final touchthe most crucial part. Jinhyuk steeled his trembling heart. Despite reviewing countless skills and abilities, choosing one still wasnt easy. Lets rule out yers. That opportunity coulde any time, and with tempting targets like residents, administrators, and boss monsters at his fingertips, it would be a waste to use it on a yer. Namelesss abilities arent bad, he mused. Having fought firsthand, Jinhyuk knew the capabilities could switch between offense and defense wlessly. The ck Death ability of Pendarial, whom I fought in the Zombie nt, is also one Id like to secure. He considered Elises unique abilities and the unique spear of the sweet potato, but, with Shared Prosperity, he put them aside. He was deeply undecided given all the powerful encounters hed had. It took minutes toe to a conclusion, and finally, Jinhyuk spoke: I choose to copy Osiriss unique ability. One of the strongest beings, evenpared to an ancient race. If wielding the power of an absolute being who governs the rules of the Tower It was a decision fitting for a once-in-a-lifetime chance. [You have copied the unique ability Sanctuary of the Sun.] [The copied ability is stored in Memories of the World.] The suns power that epassed the entire 42nd floor, The White Oasis, was now in his hands. Hahahaha! Jinhyuk burst into crazedughter. Although onlookers thought him mad, it didnt matter to him. He felt as if he owned the world, an aplishment worthy ofughing off anyones gaze. Five hourster After cleaning up the mess, including Hastings and Rick along with other Tower administrators concluded the aftermath of the incident. The Zhonghua and Murim Guild, who had tampered with the system, faced appropriate consequences. For Zhonghua Guild, which was practically annihted, the penalty was almost meaningless. Murim lost all of its coins, a setback nearly impossible to recover from, no matter how much time passed. Only then, a grand gmenced in the ballroom, the culmination of the Influence Selection and the ce for factions and yers to forge contracts. Atst, the curtain rose on the grand finale of the Masquerade Ball. Chapter 173: The Night’s Banquet (2) Chapter 173: The Nights Banquet (2) Chapter 173: The Nights Banquet (2) Outside the Tower of Trials. Countless people had spent the whole night awake, unable to sleep, waiting for the full story behind the incident toe to light. It couldnt be helped. Some of the most formidable rankers from all over the world had headed to the first floor, yet the situation inside had beenpletely shrouded in darkness. And in China, the Zhonghua Guild had been wiped out by an unidentified monster. It was natural that everyones curiosity was at its peak. But then, at that very moment. [A new video has been updated to the Hall of Fame.] The long-awaited video was uploaded. And the video was shocking, to say the least. [The video starts ying.] The giant scorpion, cloaked in ck armor, had turned the city into hell. Its daunting presence. yers from Chinas strongest, Zhonghua Guild, were torn to shreds. Of course, the Zhonghua Guild tried to use their numbers to create an opening, but all efforts were futile. One by one, with each blow. Dozens of yers turned into corpses within minutes. Yet again, at that moment. Someone appeared. The air shifted. The ck Scorpion, which had been so formidable, fell in a single strike. Moreover, it was impossible to discern how the attack was made with the naked eye. -Shanks Left Arm!: Its Kang Jinhyuk! That person there, its Kang Jinhyuk! -Red Rabbit: I knew it. I was wondering which crazy guy would step forward. -For Me, Chicken is Murder: If its Kang Jinhyuk, then its possible. Hes insane. How can someone fight like that? And did he really take down that giant scorpion in one hit? Is this even real, not some editing trick? -zlrot7885: No editing. I cant reveal my name, but I make a living editing videos for famous guilds, and this video hasnt been touched. 100% legit. -Deadline Life: How much stronger has he be in the meantime, haha. By this point, its like theres a grown kangaroo among the baby wabies, isnt it? -Goose Goose Gaggle: Agreed. Capable of hauling 3 to 5 tons, that kangaroo. China. No, not just China, but rankers around the world who even left Zhonghua Guild helpless were naturally met with enthusiastic reactions. Editing out the final scene of the Blessing of the Stars and the part about the sweet potatoes was enough to captivate everyones attention. The icing on the cake came less than an hour after Jinhyuks video was uploaded to the Hall of Famewith an interview that followed by Xiaoting. A popr beauty YouTuber who focuses on the daily lives of famous rankers had acquired an exclusive interview during her visit to China. Brothers, hello. This time, Ive hurriedly caught a dawn flight straight to China to procure an interview with the person at the center of attentionreally! No need for a lengthy intro, lets dive right in. Lemon Tree, the blonde YouTuber, waved at the camera. As befitting a YouTuber with 3 million subscribers, their presentation was smooth. When the cameras switched, a woman with long hair dressed in a ck suit came into view. Im Xiaoting, the secretary-general of the Zhonghua Guild headquarters. Hello, yer Xiaoting. We dont have much time, so Ill just ask a few of the questions that our viewer brothers are most curious about. First, the video didnt show Zhonghua Guilds main strike team or yer Namgung Cheon. Where did everyone go? Imnot sure myself. No matter how hard I tried, I couldnt reach anyone at the top. You mean they all fled. Lemon Tree touched on a sensitive topic, but Xiaoting didnt deny it. After all, none from Zhonghua had appeared until the fight was over. The colleagues with me threw themselves into evacuating the civilians, but it was beyond us. No matter how desperately they struggled, they couldnt even inflict a scratch of despair. However Thanks to yer Kang Jinhyuk, we were able to evacuate the citizens safely. Did he demand any sort ofpensation for that? No. Xiaoting shook her head slightly. He said he just wanted to save people. There doesnt need to be a reason when one human saves another. Jinhyuk had left China after adding merely that sentiment. -Noryangjins Landlord: The fresh kimchi I left in my rooms fridge is starting to get majestic. -Shanks Left Arm!: Wow. As expected, thats what a real ranker is. Worthy of my subscription. Truly. -Red Rabbit: Should be pushed at the national level. Like Kang. No better PR for Korea. -Everythings Return: Among yers, hes already an insurmountable existence. Barely the Unknown or that woman rising in India could evene close. -Good Eater: I heard even the Labyrinth added conditions to prevent yer deaths thanks to Brother Jinhyuk. -Honey Bee Conductor: I think Im bing a fan of oppa S2. -Stop Not, Fire Truck NAVER: Honestly, even as a guy, I think I could fall for him. -Here Comes Melona: Chilling how when you search for it, Conductor is a guy and Fire Truck is a girl. Praises for Jinhyuk flooded thements at a frenzied pace. When even the ViewTube server was paralyzed from the traffic, further talk was just lipservice. And then I am rather kind, arent I. Jinhyuk nodded as he meticulously read through thements. The folks around me grumble about being devils or satans. Its just that the subscribers are the ones who truly recognize my value. Thats why living kindly brings blessings, as the old saying goes. Ellis, sitting beside him, made a stunned expression, looking at Jinhyuk. You think youre kind? Youre not serious, are you? Pray tell, with the guise of a business mogul. As if she had heard something she shouldnt have, her eyes were full of incredulity. How can you say that Ourpany cares about employee benefits like nowhere else Working for nothing but frugality, what sort of welfare is that? Bluntly speaking, even the goblin ves bound to the Ataraxia family receive more. Damn it. Im rendered speechless. But if I back down now, my notoriety as a diabolical supervisor will go down in infamy. Jinhyuk quickly squeezed out a retort. Cant you see how hard everyone is working for their growth? Were all trying to live well, arent we? But all youre doing is exploiting them for your own growth. Blocked again. This damn mosquito knew too much by sticking around all the time. I guess this is why insider whistleblowing is so feared. Then Prove it. Dont just use someone, show me objective evidence. Presumption of innocence. The principle of evidence. The world has brilliant legal principles. Evidence, such sounds fancy. Even just gathering testimonies from those youve enved would make a judge cry. I didnt know, but apparently, youve even exploited sweet potatoes? Mosquito! Even the sweet potato puffed up its cheeks, waggling its tail to and fro. This probably meant it was enraged. A witness hade forth, making it an undeniable situation. But Ellis had overlooked one thing. The possibility of bribing a witness. Our sweet potato. Its been tough, hasnt it? Yeah, I know all about it. Jinhyuk gently caressed the sweet potatos head. Suddenly, arge green magic stone appeared in his right hand. Purchased for 100,000 coins at the coin exchange, the Green Magic Stone. When sprinkled with seasoning to suit the taste of ancient species from Another Worlds Restaurant, it became the perfect snack. The shimmering green wave danced in the sweet potatos eyes. It would be hard to resist. Mosquito! Drool flowed from sweet potatos mouth. Hey! Its not fair to tempt with food! Ellis yelled, though it was futile. Crunch! Crunch! The sweet potato, which had sumbed to the magic stone, confidently chewed, tightly holding the stone in both hands. Sweetie. Did I exploit you? Mosquito? Right? Mosquito! That settled it. When Jinhyuk and Ellis entered the ballroom, the ce was already bustling with a massive crowd. Hmm. Looks like all the VIPs have gathered. Jinhyuk muttered in awe. Unlike the previous ball, which consisted of only yers, this time, the key figures of the midyer had alle down. Especially the residents of the Empire who had beaten their rivals and proudly imed the top spot. From the swordmaster, Penheimer. To one of only three 8th-circle archmages in the empire, and a high priest serving Goddess Feris, as well as Alfred, the Iron Chancellor. The critical yers of the empire had all gathered in one ce. The yers would go mad just to be introduced one by one, that much is for sure. It was unimaginable to expect to see such a lineup on the first floor, not even at an imperial wedding. Moreover, the martial world had brought quite a powerful lineup. Although Moyong Su-ya from the Five Great ns was absent, young masters who seemed to belong to the Namgung n, as well as those from the Murim and Huashan, were notable. Well, No matter how outraged they were, they couldnt waste the chance to recruit yers like this. Especially now that the card called China had significantly reduced value. Apart from those, there were also attendees from the spirit factions and smaller forces. The Third Force Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. A peculiar force made of intelligent monsters, neither residents nor yers. Like Karakal from the Frostw Tribe he met at Damsu Lake or Andria, the owner of the asylum, they were creatures of different kinds who had banded to wield influence in the tower. Surely an appealing faction. Though not mainstream, it had distinct advantages. Thats when he saw it. From afar, Cheon Yuseong and Teresa were entering the ball. Matching Cheon Yuseongs white suit was Teresa in a ck dress. Is the aftermath still affecting her? Teresa, looking somewhat exhausted, had clearly changed from before. Maybe If you know, what does it mean to let the saint fall? Ellis spoke Jinhyuks thoughts aloud. Yeah, it can be a double-edged sword. Im aware. It wont be easy. But Its something I need to do. Beyond the 20th floor, yers embark on utterly unknown territory. Ordinary methods and growth no longer suffice to climb higher. Thus, survival necessitates bing stronger. Right. Well, you must have your reasons. Whats this? Youre putting all your faith in me? Hmph, you may be crafty but you always make the right calls. Plus, shouldnt at least someone believe in you? Hmm. Is this slightly touching? Anyway, while Ellis always grumbled, she always supported the decisions I made. Even while enduring a solitary climb up the tower she might be considered one of the fewrades I could confide in. In that spirit, I have a small favor to ask. Jinhyuk ced something on the table. And That isreally? Seeing it, Elliss eyebrows scrunched into an unmistakable frown. Chapter 174: The Night’s Banquet (3) Chapter 174: The Nights Banquet (3) Chapter 174: The Nights Banquet (3) A white mask engraved with geometric patterns. It was the mask symbolizing Unknown. What is this? Ellis scanned the surroundings. Everyone was too busy trying to catch the attention of the different powers, so no one paid mind to this side. It seemed as though the empire and its smaller factions, including Penheimer, were eagerly looking for opportunities, but because of mutual checks and bncesor perhaps due to saving facethey did not openly approach. Dont worry. Ive also put up a barrier to block the view. Youre thorough. So, what do you want me to do with this? Just wear that mask and approach the side of the Murim. Jinhyuk nodded towards one of the Murim residents. A man in his early forties, with a solid build. At first nce, he was clearly a master with umon internal energy. That man? Yes. The leader of the Heukfenghoe (), Yang Homoeng. The status window of the guy appraised through Eyes of Gluttony and the copy conditions were a perfect prey. Name: Yang Homoeng Gender: Male Age: 43 Level: 65 Strength 35 Agility 45 Stamina 26 Magic Power 11 Internal Energy 58 upation: Martial Artist Unique Ability: Heukcheongong Skills: Lv13 Heukhosin Fist (), Lv13 Heukcheon Step (), Lv13 Bodyguard Energy, Lv11 Blood Snake Shura Palm [Copy Condition: Although Yang Homoeng is fairly proficient in martial arts, he holds a low statuspared to his skills. Homoeng is desperate to make a name for himself. If you make him an offer enticing enough and receive an invitation to his base, you can copy one of his unique abilities or skills.] Its amon tale. A life despised, excluded from the mainstream groups simply because of being from a coteral branch. Yang Homoeng, filled with a sense of inferiority, was in many ways an easy target. And if I put Ellis in this mission it will expand the activity radius of Unknown. Lately, more people are trying to track down the activities of Unknown. Ellis, able to freely adjust his size through magic, could take on that role. In short, if he could simply wear the mask and act well enough, anyone could be Unknown. No need to bother editing skills or unique abilities. Elliss skills were quite eye-catching, so using that as the concept would be enough. Since he could also copy new abilities, there was no loss in this for them. The consideration was brief. Jinhyuk spoke again. Tell him you can reveal the final secret of the Chuhon Sword. im youve got your hands on a secret manual written by Chuhon Sayoung himself. Chuhon Sayoung? You mean that original Sword Saint? Right, that guy. You know characters from Murim? Ive heard the name at least. I didnt live with my head buried in the sand. Chuhon Sayoung was known as the Sword Saint in Murim, the founder of the Chuhon Sword. A sect leader from the evil faction capable of splitting mountains with a single sword stroke. A secret manual from such a legendary figure could certainly make Young Homoeng deeply interested. But, do you really have it? That manual? Ellis asked, as if genuinely surprised. Of course. If I had such a thing, I would have used it against Chun Yuseong. You think I would just save it? Especially since Chun Yuseong was so desperate to master the Chuhon Sword. With just one manual, Jinhyuk could create a second obedient follower. In the end it means youre nning a scam again. A scam? I am actually going to bring a book written by the Sword Saint. Although it might differ from what Homoeng is expecting. Nevertheless, it was technically true that it was written by the Sword Saint. First, listen to this. If you say it like this, hell bite for sure. Jinhyuk whispered the detailed n to Elliss ear. Elliss pupils shrank and expanded repeatedly. And after a few minutes passed. Sigh. Im really d I made a deal with you. Ellis let out a long sigh of relief. Huh? What do you mean? I mean, if I met you as an enemy and suffered like the others, Id probably have died of a rage-induced illness. Any revenge on the other heads of houses, if it had mattered. Honor for the Ataraxia family name, et cetera. He would have copsed from high blood pressure first. Damn it. The leader of Heukfenghoe, where only the elite fighters of the martial world gathered. A master in martial arts, ranked among the best even within Murim. A strong contender against any faction, whether the Martial Alliance or the demonic cults. All these titles were what supported the man known as Yang Homoeng. But. Yang Homoeng thought it was all in vain. No matter how brilliant the skill, there was a limit to how high you could climb with the status of a coteral branch. No amount of desperate struggle would change his station. Thats why I get tasked with these trifles. Yang Homoengs face twisted bitterly. To clean up the mess left by Moyong Soo. To recruit decent-looking rookies from among futile things for that very reason. If things had turned out this way, I might have been better off going head to head with the castoffs of the empire True martial artists should establish their power through force. Half-heartedly engaging in schemes and not fighting properly, has the battle already tilted without a fight? Tch. His annoyance grew as he mulled over these thoughts. Even after downing an entire ss of strong liquor, it was hard to quell the rage boiling inside him. Then just then. Someone approached. From Yang Homoengs perspective, who was annoyed with everything, an unpleasant voice was inevitable. Bang! The ss shed loudly on the table. I should be with my drink, if youre interested in us, you could just talk to that pretty-faced idiot from the Nangong family over there. Yang Homoeng waved his hand without even looking. His gaze stayed fixed on the liquor bottle gurgling as it filled his ss. However, the words that came from the other person caught his attention. Im not interested in someone who looks so fragile and weak. Yang Homoengs brows knitted fiercely. What did you say? Im interested in someone with decent skills. You bastard! Do you even realize what nonsense you are spewing! No matter what they say about the Nangong family being fools, They dont have the right to insult them like that. Already in a bad mood, he struck gold. He could easily suffocate this insolent person just by slightly releasing his internal energy. With this thought, Yang Homoeng looked at his opponent. You Who are you? His pupils quaked like an earthquake. In his shock, he spilled his liquor, but he couldnt afford to be worried about that. How could he not recognize one of the yers that everyone in the midway faction had been frantically searching for? Unknown Thats right. Thats what Im called. Ellis nodded her head while wearing the white mask. She had altered her voice using a barrier, so Yang Homoeng didnt even suspect that Ellis was a woman. Surely I didnt see you at thebyrinth. When did you get here? I was slightlyte. Ive no interest in trivial public achievements. Anyway, its not too hard to choose a faction. Ellis shrugged nonchntly. Proud and aloof. Unknown was a character who didnt pay much attention to others but drew everyones attention nheless. And there was no one better than Ellis to y this character. Even gods would relent to her in terms of pride. Indeed It doesnt seem fake. Yang Homoeng narrowed his eyes. Judging by his internal energy, the opponent was undoubtedly a strong person. At a nce, his magic power was boundless, definitely not the act of an average person. There were suspicions that Kang Jinhyuk and Unknown were the same person, but obviously, that was just a rumor. He could see that detestable guy sipping champagne at the next table. At least they were not the same person. Then This was an opportunity. Unknown is one of the few yers who could potentiallypete with Kang Jinhyuk. If he could pull such Unknown to their side Perhaps Murim would start to view him differently. Not just that. In the worst-case scenario, he could receive a huge reward for this achievement. It might even transcend the boundary of his branch family status and attain something greater. As these thoughts crossed his mind, Yang Homoengs voice softened. I apologize. As you may know, things arent going so well for ustely. I understand. But dont be too disappointed. After all, I came here just for you, floundering in hell. Ellis calmly sat down next to Yang Homoeng. If theres something you want to say Please get straight to the point. ying games isnt my style. I like the directness. To be honest, theres only one thing I want to propose. Ellis pulled out an old-looking scripture from his possession. A secret manual written by the Sword Saint. Id like to exchange this for Precelestial True Energy Preservation Pill. That, that is! Yang Homoengs reaction was iparable to when he first saw Ellis. It was inevitable. Thest conclusion of the Chuhon Sword mentioned in the legendary secret manual. Even that single book could potentially turn all of Murim into a sea of blood. The Precelestial True Energy Preservation Pill is valuable, but notparable to that. An opportunity that must be seized at all costs had presented itself before Yang Homoeng. Why are you over there? Is that Jinhyuk over there? Chun Yuseong and Theresa tilted their heads as they looked at the white mask. Knowing the true identity of Unknown, they immediately sensed that the person with Yang Homoeng was not Jinhyuk. Ah that? Jinhyuk scratched his cheek. Hmm How should he exin this? Im just rubbing salt in the wound right now. And doing so quite liberally with coarse sea salt. The concerned party was unaware of the pain they would endure, so he must be feeling like hes in heaven right now. Though it will onlyst for a moment. Curious? Should I exin it in detail? No need. You must be nning some absurd thing again. Chun Yuseong frowned. As if he didnt want to know the details at all. What about you, Jinhyuk? Have you decided which faction youll contract with? Contract Right, that existed. The core of this masquerade ball was to decide which faction to ally with. Depending on that, it would determine how quickly and effectively he could ascend the midyers of the tower. And Jinhyuk had already made his decision. At that moment. [All yers and residents, please begin your selection now.] Rick, who was on the second floor, used his voice amplification magic. Enough tiptoeing aroundtime to make a decision. With Ricks announcement, the atmosphere in the room shifted. Theughter and chatter vanished in an instant, reced by a thick tension. And. As one might expect, there was one ce where attention was particrly focused. Step. Slide. Thud! As if on cue, multiple footsteps headed in one direction. Seven in total More than I expected. Jinhyuks smirk grew. Chapter 175: All Prosperity Shared (1) Chapter 175: All Prosperity Shared (1) Representatives of various forces,posed of humans and non-human species, swarmed around Jinhyuk. Again, its that guy. Right. He finds all the tasty bits by himself. I wonder if hes going to explode from gluttony someday. Seven, really. Its truly remarkable. Envious nces poured from the surrounding yers; their factions were but minor powers inparison. Thergest forces, the Empire and the Spirit Realm, were all showing interest in Jinhyuk, so it wasnt surprising. Excluding the Martial Arts Faction engaged in conversation at a table, essentially everyone was moving to recruit Jinhyuk. If it werent for him, wed all be bones back in thebyrinth. So, mind your words. Maria, who had been silently observing, sharply rebuked them. If Jinhyuk hadnt made an additional agreement through the Empire Only a few would have survived the 25th floor. Most were actually summoned back to the ballroom after struggling with various traps in thebyrinth. Huh. Looks like theyre all jealous of your brother? Right, right. I heard it too. Casey and Judro giggled. Creak There it was. A small figure with a giant halberd scraped the ground. It still contained unidentified blood on its de despite the fray. If they cant see, they dont need to be jealous, right? Yep! If they cant hear, theyd be even calmer. What followed was a cryptic and chilling conversation. And now, the lunatic siblings had even joined the fray. Those who understood the pain of having them as enemies knew they were fighters devoid of rational choice. Well, thats That may be true, but Calm down. We didnt mean it that way. Their words sealed shut, perhaps hitting a nerve. Truthfully, there wasnt much they could say. After all, it was a fact that Jinhyuk had saved everyone. Meanwhile, Penheimer approached Jinhyuk. Finally, we meet again. His face was slightly flushed. Penheimers voice trembled thinly. After a long wait, he could finally get his hands on the talent he desired. Weve received a lot of help from you in thebyrinth. Ha ha ha. You dont have to mention it. We should be doing that much for a yer wholl join us. Penheimer let out a heartyugh. Um Jinhyuk awkwardly scratched his head. It was neverfortable to break such a harmonious atmosphere. At least he should manage his expressions as a matter of courtesy. Oh. I have something to say about that. Yes? Im sorry, but I dont think I can choose the Empire. What do you mean by that? Penheimers eyes widened at the sudden deration. How could this be happening? After all the investment they had made. But I know the Empire has given me a lot, but I think its a bitcking for achieving my goals. Jinhyuk seemed apologetic as he absurdly spoke. The Empire wasnt sufficient for his goals. The mid-ranking yers might not understand the significance of this statement, but the other residents did. The Empire sustained its vast territory,prising seven kingdoms, with military power, a popce of millions, a strong economy, and a splendid culture. Even the Administrator wouldnt dare touch such a major force without good reason. And here he was, saying it wasnt enough? What could possibly be his goal? Is he serious? Look at Penheimers face. Hes red as a beet. He looks like hes about to scream. A dry gulp ran down the throats of the residents. Penheimer, too, would dispose of a yer if they were of no use, maintaining the decorum only to recruit new talent. The air grew cold. Everyone anxiously awaited Penheimers response to the rejection. However, neither Jinhyuk nor Penheimer made a move. The one who did was entirely unexpected. I am Mayrena, representing the Spirit Realm and Water Spirits. A noble water spirit with the appearance of a dignified woman smiled softly. We can offer substantial aid in your rise to power in the mid-levels. You may not know, but theres no equal to us in the supporting division. We also have the fastest route to the 30th floor. If the Empire was not satisfactory, there might be a chance for them. Mayrena quickly tried to appeal their strengths. But Sorry, I already have enough spirits. Jinhyuk refused once again. The crowd grew noisy. Rejecting the most promising forces in session waspletely unexpected. Going with the turbulent Martial Arts Faction was out of the question. If its not a major force is he considering minor powers? But that doesnt make sense. If major forces arent satisfying, joining minor ones will only make the climb harder. What on earth is he thinking, that person? Unable toprehend Jinhyuks thoughts, the ballroom plunged into unprecedented chaos. Phahaha! Right you are. Hes quite the entertaining human. I never thought Id see the day when those high and mighty residents all looked like they had been sucking on lemons. Hastingughed heartily, watching the entire situation from the second floor. Jinhyuks unexpected actions were quite amusing, as his smile kept twitching. Even the Egyptian deities seem quite puzzled. Rick sipped with a bitter taste. Others might not know, but he had anticipated that Jinhyuk would act this way. He had already refused the deities offers, yers who could even ally with the highest deities without hesitation. Hmm. Hes even met and refused the Egyptian gods? Yes. Rejected without mercy. Rick reminisced about the past. Jinhyuk didnt hesitate despite the chance to have the highest deities at his back, as if they werent enough for his ambitions. Hastings face turned serious. Hes not satisfied even with the 40th floors It was unbelievable, but it only meant one thing. Hes aiming for the peak. The untrodden realm that no one has reached yet. The ce where the beginning and the end of the world lies, a sanctuary invible. Perhaps thats what it means. Everyone has been affected by the towers arrival in their nature, more so than we realize. But, to have such audacity frankly, I would like to peek into his head. Most were unaware, The quick adaptation to reality, The newfound ease to im lives, All were possible because of the tower. Of course, even with that, not everyone could lose fear as Jinhyuk had. Hasting stroked his chin. Put nicely, he has guts; put badly, he has nothing to lose. Its fascinating from a spectators view, but reckless like walking a tightrope on purpose. Maybe Rick cautiously followed up Hastings thought. Hes having fun. If he feared death, he wouldnt be able to act so dominantly. Every moment in the Tower of Trials, The process of growth and bing stronger, And the journey to the towers end, All were enjoyable, hence attracting the attention of gods and residents. You might be right, my friend. Hasting nodded, acknowledging the possibility and waited with interest for Jinhyuks next move. Show me. The reason behind all thismotion. More importantly, how this chaos will be resolved Then, Mr. Jinhyuk, what is it that you want? What kind of force do you wish to ally with? A different individual spoke up. Not a human, precisely. With pale skin and antler-like horns, long emerald hair down to the waist, and four legs, it was an impressive sight. Huh. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. A rare species had appeared. The Dryads guide, a non-human species, Yasysis. The leader of the third force vying for dominance of the mid-levels. The Blue Horn tribe in person. Eventually, he would have to visit the ruins with Yasysis, but today was not the day. Jinhyuk slowly opened his mouth. I wont choose any force. He had no desire to subserviently grovel under the mid-level powers. Whether they scuffle or strengthen their control over a few floors Isnt that the concern of the involved parties? Do you mean to climb the tower without a force? Not exactly. It would be inconvenient not to belong to a force. Instead Im considering creating a new force. One led and owned by me. A new force you mean to make one? At Jinhyuks words, Yasysisplexion changed, shocked just like Penheimer from the Empire or the Martial Arts Factions Yong Hosting. Hmm Absurd. They knew Jinhyuk did crazy things, but this was beyond understanding; it was madness. Do you understand what youve said? The bnce of the tower, enduring for thousands of years Are you aware of what it means for you, not even a year into this ce, to form a new force? Yasysis raised his voice as if gravely insulted. His pale face wasnt mistakingly flushed with anger. Given their perspective, Jinhyuk would be nothing more than a novice, oblivious to the towers ecosystem. It was as if a toddler, yet to walk, deres to enter a battlefield. It was natural for their pride to be wounded. But How cute. To me, their squawking and squabbling are just as annoying as any clueless newbie to the tower. Of course, arguing here would just be a waste of energy. Better to show them clearly. To create a new force, one must gain recognition from the existing powers Isnt that the rule of the tower? How do you know the towers rules? Just who are you? I have quite broad knowledge. Knowing that doesnt change the fact. Youre strong, sure, but not strong enough to create your own force. Yasysis shook his head. On the contrary Well, then I just have to show that I have the qualifications recognized by everyone. Jinhyuk smiled slightly. And at that moment. [Activating Unique Ability All Prosperity Shared ().] Only 30 seconds were given. But that was enough. [Selecting the Unique Ability of Elyss von Ataraxia.] [Comprehension of the target exceeds the conditions for activating the ability.] [The Unique Ability Blood Lord manifests!] And with that short message the watch turned crimson. Simultaneously. Kukukukuku! An indescribable power pressed down on the ballroom. Chapter 176: Share of All Fortunes (2) Chapter 176: Share of All Fortunes (2) One of the absolute authorities among the top ten ranked in the Tower. The former head of the Ataraxia family, broadly regarded as the strongest in the illustrious history of the six great families, Eris von Ataraxia. Her aloof and unique ability unfolded. Gag! Ugh! Gasps of breath being caught escaped from all around. It was as heavy as the deep sea. There was an evident difference in ss. Kukukukuku! With the weight of mana pressing down on their whole body, everyone present at the masquerade summoned their mana with all their might. Breathing itself was no easy feat. ! This is Only administrators like Hasting, Rick, and representatives from various factions managed to withstand it to some degree. Naturally, it was impossible for yers to do anything but lose consciousness or faint right then and there. How can this be Shock trembled in Yuasiss eyes. She had considered his ims to lead a faction alone as nothing but a bluff, unworthy of response. At best, she thought it was a desperate tirade to secure better conditions. What on Earth could this mean? This level of mana was absurd! She had lived in the Tower, encountering countless strong individuals, but She could affirmatively say this was the first time her entire being felt frozen solid. Me afraid? Penhaime, too, managed to still his trembling hands. Albeit only 30 seconds, the emotions he experienced during that time were undeniably fear. He noticed his sword, fastened to his waist, had been half drawn without his knowledge Yet, it was not embarrassment that took precedence, but a sense of inevitability. With such daunting energy being emitted, one could only instinctively reach for their weapon. He wasnt just some promising rookie. He thought there was potential to use him as a useful hunting dog. He had judged him as such, nning to tame him with a carrot and stick approach. But. It was a mistake. The one before him wasnt a wild beast with sharp teeth. He was a monster that preyed on such beasts. An intimidating presence only those at the top of the food chain could emit. Even as one of the 100 Swordmasters the Empire boasts, Penhaime realized Even among the top 10, those standing right before reaching the rank of Grand Swordmaster None had an aura as formidable as this. However Among all present, the one most shocked was Eris. Just as she was about to conclude her deal with Yang Ho-myeong, Jinhyuk had used an all too familiar aura. Crack! The champagne ss shattered, soaking the tablecloth, but no one had the luxury to care about that. This ability, could it be Eriss fangs bit deep into her tongue. Blood Lord. How could it be unknown to her? The power to govern the blood of all living creatures. Her unique ability. Countless questions surged up into her throat at once. However, she couldnt afford to voice them. Her role was to wear the mask of the Unknown and fulfill her duty. It was a promise she made with the covenanter. Instead, Yang Ho-myeong next to her spewed out curses. He, too, was visibly shaken, hisplexion wholly altered by the release of mana Jinhyuk had shown. Youre ignorant! Do you really think you can win against someone like that? Yes, dont worry. With the secret techniques contained in the final act of Soul Reaver Sword, it will be enough to subdue him. Just hand over the Elixir, and its settled, right? Correct. I cant go in person, so Ill send an appropriate errand boy. Understood. Lets do that then. Yang Ho-myeong nodded his head. With that, their secretive trade came to a conclusion. *** After the storm had passed, a cheerful voice,pletely out of ce with the situation, broke the suffocating silence. I believe Ive demonstrated my abilities sufficiently. Jinhyuk shrugged his shoulders. Hed solidly imprinted his image within those crucial 30 seconds. While he did feel like he had cheated slightly, Share of All Fortunes was after all one of the abilities he possessed, wasnt it? It was nothing more than appropriate use, so it hardly warranted being called a deception. Kuk. Yuasis clenched her fist. Having put on such a disy of power, she couldnt just pretend to be ignorant. No matter how thick her face was, that would be too much. Indeed With that disy, no one can doubt yer Gang Jinhyuks qualifications, Seeing that the administrators refrained from intervening, it essentially meant that the establishment of the new faction was approved. As Yuasis acknowledged it, representatives of the other factions also nodded one after another. [A minor faction, The Third Faction, acknowledges the existence of the new faction.] [A major faction, Spirit Realm, acknowledges the existence of the new faction.] [A major faction, Empire, acknowledges the existence of] [the new faction.] [High-ranking administrator Hasting approves the establishment of the new faction.] [Please name the new faction.] Status windows appeared one after another in front of Jinhyuk. The name of the faction As it would be the banner for future activities, it was best chosen with care. In the past, out of annoyance, he had named himself Lone Archmage, only to regret it until reaching the summit. Considering that, Veteran Corporation, the current name he was using, was a considerable improvement. Indeed. Veteran Corporation. Jinhyuk immediately responded. [Once a name is set, it cannot be changed. Will you go with Veteran Corporation?] Off in the distance, he could almost hear the voices of shareholders like Cheon Yuseong and Teresa asking him to reconsider. But that must be a mistake. Probably. Yes. Jinhyuk nodded again. [The new faction Veteran Corporation is born.] [Tomorrow, this unprecedented achievement of creating a faction will be enshrined in the Hall of Honor for one day.] [Members of the faction will be able to use a badge signifying their affiliation and obtain the right to rule over levels.] The factions goal was to dominate a level, reaping all the benefits that came from it. At least on the surface, thats what everyone fiercelypeted for. However. The true objective hidden beneath the surface wasnt so trivial. It was to swell in size and reignite the challenge for the Towers peak, a venture that had once failed. This was the longing of all residents who had once ascended the Tower but failed. It wont be easy. After all, it was the very same entities guarding the summit. The thought of having to fight those absolute beings once more made Jinhyuks lips twitch continuously. Please. Now that Im in reality, I hope Im stronger than before. That would give him the satisfaction of climbing the Tower once again. Thats when it happened. It seems this time weve been bested. I will take my leave first. If there is a yer who wishes to join the Empire, please speak with Prime Minister Alfredo here. Penhaime, with aplicated expression, stood up from his seat. Failing to persuade Jinhyuk, there was no reason for him to stay any longer. It was imperative to report what he had witnessed to the empires highmand immediately. This incident couldpletely shift the bnce of power among the factions. Im leaving, too. The rest can be handled by the Nangong n. Yang Ho-myeong also exchanged a meaningful look with Eris before turning away without hesitation. He had already aplished a greater purpose. Well, that must be the implication. Eris had baited an exceedingly tempting lure. Now, all she had to do was quietly wait for the fish to leap out of the water. Watching Yang Ho-myeong leave, Jinhyuk licked his lips. As suspected, this was the time to extract the best conditions from these big fish gathered in one ce. Maybe I should go too. There was nothing left for him to do here. It would be fun to see which factions Cheon Yuseong and Teresa would join, but that could wait. Besides, he was already nning a modest after-party, now that a big event had concluded. It would be a good opportunity to discuss future matters. As Jinhyuk was about to prepare to leave May I rify one more thing before you leave? The representative of the Spirit Realm, the water spirit Meirena, stopped Jinhyuk. rify what? What is it that you want to rify? I dont recall doing anything wrong to you. During our time in thebyrinth, you forced our spirit trees into subordination. I would appreciate it if you returned them. Huh? What kind of nonsense is this? Jinhyuks eyebrows formed an inverted shape. Excuse me, are you implying that I coerced them? If not coercion, then its hardly conceivable that any of the spirit trees would choose you. The criteria that spirit trees use to choose their contractors are notoriously stringent. Especially, elemental spirit trees with opposing properties would absolutely detest contracting with someone who has contracts with other spirits. By Meirenas logic, it was unbelievable that all five spirit trees chose Jinhyuk. Sorry, but I dislike coercion. They all joined ourpany quite actively and voluntarily. Thats just the thing I find hard to believe. That your words, not those of the spirit trees, are behind this. If youre so concerned, why dont you just ask them yourself? What? Meirenas eyes widened in surprise, not expecting such a forthright challenge. However, Jinhyuk had already pulled out all the spirit trees from his spatial inventory. Huh? Whats this about? Why did you call us out? Are we going to fight again? Smander, the fire spirit, Golem, the earth spirit, and Sylphid with her haughty demeanor as a girl. The five primary spirit trees wondered around, puzzled by the sudden call. Naturally, Jinhyuk stood before them. Sorry for interrupting your rest. Its just that this Water Spirit here ims Ive coerced you into a contract with me. Could you tell me personally thats not true? Please, go ahead and tell us. If any coercion was involved in the contract, it will be nullified immediately, and I will take responsibility for returning you to the Spirit Realm. Meirena replied with a benevolent smile. Then, A heavy murderous intent flickered in the eyes of Jinhyuk standing behind her. Surely no one would foolishly step forward pretending to be a paragon of justice. Not unless they had a death wish. Twitching. The primary element of the spirits shivered. It was a fleeting moment, but they realized what they had to choose. Not something else, But survival. We contracted because we wanted to, right? Yes. Yes. Hanging around humans is just. so. fun. Hahaha. For real, we werent coerced I mean, we werent coerced at all. Be careful what you say, you fool. Hes still not articte enough. Sorry about that. Hehe. Enough, quiet down. Its headache-inducing being so noisy. The spirit trees promptly stepped forward. But why, one might wonder, The palpable terror tinged in their flood of words Is that the truth? Yes, it really is fine. We did it because we wanted to. With them so fervently denying any coercion, what argument could be presented? Meirena had no choice but to give up. I understand If you all say so, then I must have been mistaken. But now, Jinhyuk, in turn, caught Meirenas shoulder as she attempted to leave. Oh? Where do you think youre going without a word? Suspecting innocent people is the worst thing you can do. Are you saying you can just stab someone with a knife and go Oops, my bad to have it all be over? If youre going to doubt someone, you should at least be prepared to take responsibility for your usations. Simultaneously, A white palm faced toward Meirena. Chapter 177: Living Ordinary Days Chapter 177: Living Ordinary Days Whats with that hand gesture? Mayrenas eyes went wide. What do you mean, whats with it? If youve doubted the representative of a faction, its only natural that you should paypensation, I replied. Cpensation? she stuttered. Mental treatment fees for verbal abuse and PTSD treatment for our spirits. Not to mention defamation and insult that also apply. Specificity and publicity can be proven, so I trust youre aware of that. P-PT Specificity? What are all these words? In this world, it would meanmitting a sin grave enough to destroy three generations of a family Well, thats the gist of it. This cant be happening Mayrenas mouth hung open as if she hadnt realized the seriousness of what had just transpired. Her pupils shook as if an earthquake had just urred within them. Good. Using a plethora ofplicated jargon is the best way to throw someone off bnce. I honestly didnt fully grasp what I was saying, so imagine how the other party must feel. Jinhyuk quickly followed up: However! I dont mean to root out a pir of the Spirit Realm, just grant us the Blessing of Water, and well call it even. The Blessing of Water. A skill only a few water spirits could use, which boosts a summons growth rate by 10% when blessed. The effectsts a week and can only be applied to one summon, but its better than nothing. After all, I needed to build my strategy based on sweet potatoes rather than the five elemental spirits. Is that eptable? It wouldnt be normally, but I think we can let it pass just this once. The hurt spirits seem to have calmed down a bit. Isnt that right, guys? Uh Yes! Yes! Both my body and spirit feel warmer. Its like all the wounds are healing. The five elemental spirits nodded mechanically. Understood. Its not too difficult a demand As an apology, I think I can do that much. Im sorry again for doubting you, yer Kang Jinhyuk. [Mayrena uses her unique ability, the Blessing of Water.] [When the received blessing is applied to a summon, its growth rate increases by 10% for a week.] A gem shaped like a droplet of water dropped onto the palm of my hand. This was one of the blessings only mid-tier or higher-level spirits could use. Thank you, maam. The deposit has been received urately. Now for the final step Jinhyuk slowly walked away, moving through the bustling crowd of yers and residents, and spotted the Empires Prime Minister Alfred standing amongst the tables. Alfred looked quite busy filtering through potential recruits as a contingency. Sweat dripped down his bearded face, clearly causing him some distress. Jinhyuk moved closer to Alfred and whispered something almost imperceptible. Alfreds mouth dropped open as if the wind had been knocked out of him. His eyes widened with shock and fear a critical secret, known only to a few within the Empire, had been revealed. He wanted to confront and question Jinhyuk immediately. Just a moment! But Alfreds hands only grasped at air. Jinhyuk had already vanished like smoke, leaving the words Ille to the Empire in a weeks time. When I emerged from the Tower, the sunset bathed the entire world in crimson. The peace of the world around me was a stark contrast to the recent fric battles. Surrounded by returning office workers and theughter and chatter of people enjoying their evenings Everything seems so tranquil. Elise approached me, her mask now removed. I wonder if they know that this peace could shatter in an instant, she mused. If the next floor of the Tower wasnt conquered within 90 days, humanity would face extinction. If an Outbreak urred, any city with an opened Gate would turn into hell on earth in the blink of an eye. This was the ever-looming reality since the Tower had appeared. As long as I dont fail, that wont happen. Her confidence was indeed one of her charms. Dont talk nonsense and just keep up. If we dawdle, the others will wait too long. Cheon Yuseong and Theresa were already at the meeting spot, and for the first time in a while, Lee Taemin and Yoo Yeonhwa had agreed toe, so it was best to hurry. But Elise had more to say. Its not nonsense. Her tone was colder than usual. Her eyes pierced through Jinhyuk. You may seem incredibly selfish, but in reality, your actions are always designed to save the lives of as many of your kind as possible. Defeating viins and saving the innocent changed only the means, not the principle. Striving to grow stronger was ultimately for the prevention of humanitys demise. In truth, youre willing to make yourself the target, turning all your peers into enemies, just so you wont bring harm to others. That might be overinterpretation In the end, Im just repaying those who cross me the way they deserve, Jinhyuk responded. What Im saying is I dont think so. Have you learned to see into hearts? What exactly are you trying to say? Im offering advice, Elise said, shrugging off her shoulders. There is no being who can control every situation. Even you will be forced to make a painfully difficult decision someday. Even a sage makes foolish choices, and a just ruler may lead a nation astray. It was onlymon sense perfection exists only in deities. I know its reckless. And I dont dislike that about you, Elise stated. She wasnt reproaching Jinhyuk for tackling the impossible, not really. She simply wanted To rely a bit more on the people around you. She wished to share his burden, knowing how lonely it is to sit alone on the throne. The crown can be heavier than one might expect, she added, speaking as a n leader who had protected her family amidst numerous enemies, as a covenant-bonded contractor. She wanted to help carry the weight. Comrades, Goguma chimed in energetically, her eyes twinkling. And that feeling knowing there were others ready to share the highs and lows was warming to Jinhyuk. Comrades A word he carefully pondered internally. In his past life, every approaching figure meant a potential betrayal, an interest to weigh. Trust was a luxury not afforded in the climb up the Tower, where only self-reliance was the norm. Thats right. Thats how it felt To haverades by ones side, as those waiting at the meeting spot must surely be to Jinhyuk now So, youre really just asking for a treatter, arent you? If someone is speaking seriously, at least receive it calmly for once. Its not even a human but a vampire. Jinhyuk scoffed. It seemed Elise had lost her sense of identity amid all this. So, you imply cheese dakgalbi with heaps of seaweed and sesame oil mixed into fried rice? Thats the entire reason? Of course, it is No, its not! Hey! Sure Even vampires cant resist the call of their appetites. Jinhyuk clicked his tongue, and Elise flushed red in the face, unleashing her temper. You really want to be xxxed and then xxx, and after that be xxxx? Do you want to pick a fight today? Im holding back, but if I wanted to, I could have turned you into xxxxxx! Her once noble demeanor had degraded to that of a gangster from the slums. Surely, it cant be because of me? Improbable. Surely not Feeling an indescribable sense of responsibility, Jinhyuk headed to the meeting ce, followed by Elise who continued to shout. An hourter, Jinhyuk and Elise arrived at their destination. Despite it being a weeknight, the streets of Myeong-dong teemed with people. They entered a well-known Chinese restaurant in the area, where Theresa, Cheon Yuseong, Lee Taemin, Yoo Yeonhwa, and the newly-in-charge Kim Heeung of the ck Crow Guild had already gathered. Brother, were over here! Hyung! Youre here! Ah, Miss Elise is with you too. Yoo Yeonhwa and Lee Taemin greeted them. Sure enough, as they missed out on the ball, their reunion felt significant, and it was certainly heartening. Jinhyuk-ssi, youve worked hard. I havent really worked Just conned a bunch of people. Theresa and Cheon Yuseong greeted them each in their own way. I had mentally praised Cheon Yuseong foring quietly for once, but he always had to add something strange to the mix. President, youve arrived. Lastly, Kim Heeung respectfully bowed his head. Now that I think about it, the ck Crow Guild required some attention Thest update Id heard spoke of an influx of new members, and judging by the dark circles under Kim Heeungs eyes, that gossip seemed urate. It seems youve been working hard. I apologize for not being able to oversee things personally. No, sir. Just having you in that position is enough. Thanks to you, I can take my ce and grow the guild. Kim Heeung bowed deeply with sincerity. Having been exploited rather than appreciated by the previous guild leader, Shin Geonsu, he was thankful for the opportunity just to be part of all this. With light greetings passed around, the after-party began in earnest. The table was graced with the restaurants special thick cuts of meat, hand-pulled beef noodles, and the crispness of perfectly cooked sweet and sour pork. Served with soup dumplings and kaoliang liquor, a rathervish spread was set. Oh, such refined dishes. Elise marveled. Recently enamored with modern cuisine, Elise indulged herself in a variety of dishes from Korea, China, and Japan. Have I finally earned the reward for cleaning up after my imperfect contractors mess? What? You cleaned up after my mess? Yes. Without Blood Lord, you wouldnt have achieved your goals. Although I dont know how you used my noble abilities, Ill inquire after dinner, Elise dered, raising her head high enough that her neck seemed to strain. Hmm. This will not do. Its high time for some reeducation. Jinhyuk casually ced some prepared dishes on the table. Noticing the dishes Jinhyuk set down, Elise inquired with curiosity. What is this soft gray-colored food? Its called chou doufu. Its so popr that famous BJs are all moring to eat it. He left out the fact that it was typically served as a punishment, but its poprity couldnt be overstated. Well, if its that famous I must try it. Yes, and this is mint chocte from Baskin Robbins. Its my favorite dessert. The taste of chou doufu followed by mint chocte oh boy, you wont want to eat anything else. Well, not ever again, probably. A sly smile crept onto Jinhyuks face as Elise, eyes gleaming, took hold of a spoon. Chapter 178: Sword Saint’s Secret Techniques Chapter 178: Sword Saints Secret Techniques Chapter 178: Sword Saints Secret Techniques Having tasted the coboration of stinky tofu and mint chocte, Ellis had be very docile. It wasnt a metaphorical expression; she really looked as if she had lost her soul, nkly staring at the sky. A green streak of mint chocte ran down the corner of her mouth, but she seemed unable to even contemte wiping it off I did wonder if it was a bit too much thats nonsense. It feels like the pecking order is finally getting established. Its been proven that even delicious mint chocte cant beat stinky tofu. Jinhyuk had a satisfied smile across his face. Then. When I think of you I feel that the monsters in the tower arent really all that bad. Cheon Yuseong was ying with a beer ss and silently shook his head. As for me, Im decent. And people who like both stinky tofu and mint chocte usually quite fancy it, right? Mixing them would result in one dying without the other knowing. The problem is that it could actually lead to a real death. Lets just stop there. Instead, which faction have you chosen? Youve been getting a lot of love calls everywhere, havent you? While not as much as Jinhyuk, Cheon Yuseong had also caught the interest of multiple factions. It was due to the shy achievements he had umted so far. Yeah, I got a lot of offers. But Cheon Yuseong nced at Jinhyuk as he said that. I, too, have not chosen a faction. Hoho. If he had chosen somewhere else, I would have had to bring him over by force. Thankfully, the great Sword Saint seems well aware of his own fate. Tell me. You held off choosing on purpose to join my faction, right? Huh? Dont talk nonsense. Im simply unimpressed by the others. Sure, sure. As expected of you. So, are you going to join? If youe in now, as an initial member, I can give you some extra perks. If I join your whatever Stagnant Water Corporation, I could stab you in the back anytime. Are you okay with that? Well see. Thats not going to happen. How can you be so sure? Cowardly victories arent your style. Jinhyuk chuckled. That guy always talked that way, but in reality, he was a foolish traditionalist who valued the proper methodology more than anyone else. Thats why he has never managed to win until now. I cant beat you in words. Fine. Defeating you is the reason Im climbing the tower. Being together will increase those opportunities too. Cheon Yuseong nodded. [yer Cheon Yuseong has epted your invitation.] [First member joined your faction.] With that The first member had joined the faction. Might as well take care of the rest quickly then. Ellis and Theresa, as well as distinguished talents like Yu Yeonhwa and Lee Taemin, had to be secured in advance. Their prices would skyrocket once they began to stand out in earnest. Jinhyuk activated the Faction Status Window. [Faction Information] Name: Stagnant Water Corporation Faction Owner: Kang Jinhyuk Size: Small (2/3) Grade: D Description: A newly created faction with only a minimal influence on the tower for now, the performance of the yer Kang Jinhyuk, who leads the faction, is worth continuing to watch. Numerous factions in the middle floors of the tower are paying attention to the Stagnant Water Corporation. The deities of the upper floors of the tower have acknowledged the emergence of the new faction. A different kind of status window appeared than the personal one. This is the Faction Status Window that can only be seen by those who own a faction. So the limit is 3 members for now. The number of yers one can have in their faction is also limited by the size of the faction. Naturally, if you want to increase the number, you have to pay a fitting price. And of course. In the Tower of Trials, that basic currency is coins. Jinhyuk checked the coins he had umted up until now. A total of 1,637,218 coins. He earned his worth as the video of saving China from despair surpassed 50 million views in less than a day. Furthermore, due to the algorithm, the synergy between the videos boosted the views of other videos, causing them to skyrocket as well. This is proof that the subscribers are steadily increasing. If he continued posting high-quality videos like this, in the future, he could wake up to a substantial amount of coins. Satisfied with a smile, Jinhyuk invested coins to increase the number of faction members. [Faction members can now increase to a total of 23.] 50,000 coins per person. It took a whopping 1 million coins to increase by 20 members. It was expensive, but an absolutely necessary investment. If he could secure a faction to support him, he could prevent any potential variables that might arise. Subsequently, Kim Heewoong also joined, following Yu Yeonhwa and Lee Taemin. Im sorry. I am. Only Theresa seemed to trail off ufortably. Its okay. I only made the offer. It wasnt coercion. Even without saying it out loud, he knew which faction she had chosen. As a pdin, she must have joined hands with that ce for the future. The Empire, or more precisely, the Sacred Kingdom. Its for the best, actually. In reality, this situation would be a great help in designing future ns. Having sorted out his thoughts, Jinhyuk went back to enjoying the drink. How much time had passed? They ate, drank,ughed, and chattered, and before they knew it, dawn was approaching. Even Cheon Yuseong, who pretended to be tough, and Theresa, who had always been weak to alcohol, had fallen asleep with their heads on the table. Even Yu Yeonhwa, who imed to never lose to liquor, had copsed; the rest was obvious. Amidst that, two people remained perfectly sober. Jinhyuk and Ellis. How are you still so clear-headed? Are you really not a vampire? I used to do missions on broadcasting where Id chug soju straight from the bottle. Drinking a bottle of Chamisul one after another for 1,000 star balloons naturally improved his tolerance. Now that he thought about it, those were memories too. Of course, it was more like a fight for survival at the time. Are you heading back to the tower tomorrow? Yeah. I have to meet Yang Ho-Myeong, and Ive postponed climbing the floors. Above all, Ive arranged a meeting with the Empire in a week, so this is the end of my break. He had information from Cheon Yuseong and a transit pass that Ellis got from Yang Ho-Myeong. All the cards were now in hand. A vast natural cavern. There, hundreds of masked individuals had gathered. Drip! Drip! Despite the crowd, the ce was so silent that even the sound of water droplets falling could be heard The cave was steeped in silence. Everyone was waiting for a man to speak. This is irritating. Finally, the man spoke. Yang Ho-Myeong, the leader of the ck Wind Society (Heifu Hui). A member of Martial Forest (Wulin), he ruled the middle floors of the [Tower of Trials]. Yang Ho-Myeong nced at the holographic clock in the air. [12:00] The clock indicated the exact time, neither more nor less. If Im not mistaken, it seems that the time we agreed upon hase His voice, tinged with anger, made the air grow even heavier. The appointed time. Thats right. This was the reason why so many people were waiting here. Ill, Ill check it right away. One of the masked individuals bowed. But just then. No need. Hes arrived. Clomp. Someone entered the cavern entrance. A man with a motorcycle helmet struggled inside. Considering this floor is a jungle, it was a monstrous task to find this meeting ce. Why go through this trouble instead of a decent coffee shop? Even with the transit pass, it was a close call with death. Seriously, even with ten lives, it wouldnt be enough. Are you the errand boy sent by Unknown? Thats right. Think of me as a delivery service. The goods we agreed upon? Got them right here. The man took out a book from his person. An ancient book that looked very old. It was a hell of a job getting this thing. Honestly? Just for Pre-heaven True Energy Vitality Pill, I feel like Ive been shortchanged. Bargain based on who youre dealing with. Im not patient enough to take your nonsense. A thin threat of killing intent rose from Yang Ho-Myeongs body. The man flinched and waved his hands. Just kidding, a joke. Its like people who practice martial arts in a cave humor ispletely blocked over here. Here, take it. The man handed over the ancient book to Yang Ho-Myeong. Wheres the elixir? Wait. I have to verify the authenticity of these secret teachings first. Come on, do I look like Ive been scammed? I have a reputation for trustworthiness, you know. Despite the mans shout, Yang Ho-Myeong dismissed his words. Thump! Thump! His heart was racing. He was about to finally obtain the [Sword Saint]s arcane techniques. How long had he waited for this day? Yang Ho-Myeong opened the first page of the ancient book with trembling hands. [7.15 Weather Clear] [Today I went on a walk with dad and Poppy. It was hot, and Poppy seemed tired. Ill go out in the evening from tomorrow. Only one week of vacation left. It was a truly enjoyable day.] A heavy silence fell. Yang Ho-Myeong pressed his temples, closing his eyes. As if he wished that what he had seen was just a dream. But when he opened his eyes again, nothing had changed. The uneven handwriting. The man standing awkwardly in front of him. Everything was still there. This was a cursed reality. This madness. Profanity burst from Yang Ho-Myeongs mouth. Fury was an insufficient word to describe his feelings. Only the thought of tearing the man to shreds filled his mind. How dare you mock me? Did you think you could survive doing such nonsense here! Kwa-Kwa-Kwa-Kwa-Kwa-Kwa-Kwa! The whole cave shook with the energy he unleashed. [ck Sky Power (Heitian Gong) has been activated!] A sinister yet ck internal energy. This was the unique ability of Yang Ho-Myeong, the leader of the ck Wind Society and a top ranker in Martial Forest. Under the terrifying aura, the man stepped back. Calm down. You asked for a book written by Sword Saint? Thats a genuine article from when the Sword Saint was in elementary school. I went personally to his teacher to verify it. This bastard until the end Alright. Ill personally burst your insides. Suddenly, Yang Ho-Myeongs form disappeared. The distance closed in a blink. Kwaang! A punch imbued with full internal energy struck the mans abdomen. The force was enough to split him from top to bottom. But. !? Yang Ho-Myeong hurriedly increased the distance. This this is Unbelievable. It wasnt just because the man hadnt died from the attack. The aura emanating from the man. It was strikingly simr to his own. No, even darker and more ominous than that, a ck me flickered. Thats why I said to calm down. The man brushed off the dust buried in his stomach. Gasp! Incredible The masked observers who watched the fight bug-eyed. Even as they brought their internal energy to the limit, just in case. The killing intent piercing their skin made them shiver all over. It cant be! How could you know about the ultimate techniques in the scripture that became extinct centuries ago! The antecedent of ck Wind Society. Techniques that he alone used. So intricate and nonsensical that they were beyond understanding. Merely remaining as secret techniques. Effectively, it was martial arts that could be said to have vanished. But why You bastard! What trickery have you used! The technique that shouldnt exist, that couldnt exist, was now being performed right before their eyes. It was an impossibility. An unthinkable event. Yet, they couldnt deny the reality of the martial arts unfolding in front of them. Just then. The man slowly took off his helmet. A face all too familiar was revealed. Kang Jinhyuk. The appearance of the ranker known as the strongest in Korea. I can copy the abilities others use. And the abilities created through copying and fusion Be the higher version of that category. [Tomb of Swords and ck Sky Power merge.] [The fusion was sessful.] [The copied ability will be stored in Worlds Memory.] [ck Heavenly Demon Emperor Power (Heitian Maohuanggong) has been activated!] A power of a different caliber. mes of dark crimson began to engulf the entire cavern. Chapter 179: The Successor of ‘Amhwang’, the Fist Master of Heaven (1) Chapter 179: The Sessor of Amhwang, the Fist Master of Heaven (1) Chapter 179: The Sessor of Amhwang, the Fist Master of Heaven (1) The cmity of the martial world that was said to dye everything under the sky with blood People called it Cheonma (Heavenly Demon). And there were two pirs that supported the foundation of the Cheonma Cult. One of them was the right guardian of the Cheonma Cult, known by the nickname Kwoncheonjiryong (Fist Master of Heaven), Amhwang. It was a fact known only to a select few within the Heukpung Association, but The Heukpung Association was originally a group rooted in Amhwang. The trembling of Yang Ho-myeongs chin was perhaps an understandable reaction. The lineage hasnt been shattered? More bewildering than the fact that the person who wore the strange helmet was Jinhyuk, was that the technique used by the man was the very martial art once wielded by Amhwang. A yer outside of the tower had inherited the martial art of Amhwang, a feat that even martial artists could hardly hope to witness in a lifetime. Despite watching it unfold before their eyes, it was almost impossible to believe. Therefore Attack. Yang Ho-myeong had to confirm for himself if this was reality or a mere illusion. On your marks! At themand of Yang Ho-myeong, the members of the Heukpung Association kicked off the ground in unison. Or rather, they tried to. Boom! With a thunderous sound, the distance between Jinhyuk and Yang Ho-myeong closed in a sh. Just one step. Close enough for each to cut off the others breath. Huff! Taking in a deep breath, Yang Ho-myeong rallied his internal energy. Instantaneously, a ck aura gathered on both of his fists. Despite being the leader of the association, he was not entirely panicked. Of course. No matter how desperately Yang Ho-myeong struggled, it is impossible for a river to flow upstream. Ripples can never ovee the waves of a great sea. [ck Heavenly Demon Emperor Technique] Indescribable energy fluctuated from Jinhyuks fists. In an instant, Yang Ho-myeongs ck energy seemed to lose its light and severely trembled. [First Form!] It was being sucked in. The weaker energy. Toward that immense power. And at that moment. [ck Orbit Crushing Fist!] The light condensed in the fist was released all at once. Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom! What swept through was a massive storm. The punch grazed Yang Ho-myeongs head and struck the wall of the cave. Crack! Crack! Boom! The boulders crumbled and fell, creating an unreal spectacle. One punch. A single punch had prated the Sea Cloud Caves, which had existed for thousands of years. Through the punched hole, the brilliant night sky was revealed. It would be nice if you stopped trying to test me so clumsily Jinhyuk slowly opened his mouth. He added casually a statement that those present couldnt possibly ignore. Amhwang said such an event would ur, but lets keep things light. I wouldnt like to hurt the members of the same faction before my master emerges from his seclusion. At Jinhyuks words, everyone froze in ce. Some were so surprised that they did not even notice their masks were half removed. Ah, Amhwang has said such things or rather, how could something so absurd Yang Ho-myeongs tone of voice changed in an instant. The oppressive attitude he had before vanished. In its ce was a mix of awe and curiosity towards Jinhyuk. Of course, there were still several points of contention, so he didnt let his guard down entirely. However This made it considerably easier to proceed with matters. It was an advantage to be able to construct the situation favorably, given that no one here knew about the towers system. *cough* hmm! Yang Ho-myeong cleared his throat andposed his expression. Lets remember. The character I must y, and the speech that such a person would naturally use. On the first day the tower appeared, I was chosen by her. Since then, I have been acting not as a yer, but as a member of the Cheonma Cult. In other words you and I are not enemies. Rather, its more correct to say were fellow disciples belonging to the cult. The fact that residents of the martial world had left the tower on the first day it appeared was an open secret. Indeed, including Koreas Yoo Cheon-young, they had actively been recruiting the notable individuals emerging worldwide. Yang Ho-myeongs mind raced. Hard to believe that Amhwang took on an outsider as a direct disciple, but considering this insane talent, it doesnt seem wholly far-fetched. Where other ces might value bloodline over talent, the Cheonma Cult was strictly based on the logic of survival of the fittest. Even a child begging on the streets, if their talent was deemed as heavenly, would immediately be entitled to join the cult. The level of attainment of the martial arts Ive just seen is, at the very least, beyond a three-star level. For Amhwangs secret martial arts to be mastered to this extent in such a short period of time Jinhyuk undoubtedly possessed talent beyond imagination. Even if he gathered the Nine Factions, One Chamber, the Five Great Families, and all the uing warriors, they wouldnt be able to catch up to the achievements Jinhyuk had made now. There was no doubt about it. The decision didnt take long. *Thump* Yang Ho-myeong prostrated himself right then and there. I greet Amhwangs sessor! His voice was deep and respectful as he gave the maximum courtesy he could manage. Then, the rest of the Heukpung Association members also kneeled and saluted in their own way. We greet Amhwangs sessor! Cheonmas arrival, blood rules the world! Ten thousand demons bow down, darkness over the celestial realm! Their voices resonated in unison, echoing deeply. Things have turned out better than expected. Jinhyuk swallowed the rising cheer inside him. From the moment he first saw Yang Ho-myeong, he had wanted to create such a scenario. To use the name of an absolute master unknown to outsiders andpletely hook the faction that follows hima grand masterpiece. While it required meeting many conditions, Jinhyuk had perfectly fitted all the precarious pieces of this puzzle once again. And this was the result. Hundreds of martial artists prostrated, awaiting hismand. Damn. This pleasure from power is the reason a battalionmander patrols each unit whenever they get bored. The primal pleasure derived from power was iparable to anything else. Do you believe me now? That I do. However, may I ask why you chose such a difficult path? Had you confided in me, we could have avoided all this troublesome affair. If I had just spoken, would you really have believed me? That is Yang Ho-myeongs voice trailed off. It would have been ridiculous. If someone had brought up such talk out of the blue, he wouldnt have even pretended to listen. As doubts cleared, Yang Ho-myeong brought up another question. Was it also part of Jinhyuks n to use Unknown to spread bait regarding the Pursuing Soul Sword? As expected. He was asking about that as well. But Jinhyuk already had all the settings for Unknown in ce. Jinhyuk casually released another shocking story as if it were an everyday tale. That guy is a disciple of the Pursuing Soul Shadow. To be precise, he obtained an artifact imbued with the soul of the Pursuing Soul Shadow. Since he learned directly from the sword sage who created the Pursuing Soul Sword, wouldnt he naturally know the final resolution of the Pursuing Soul Sword? Nowpletely at a loss for words, Yang Ho-myeongs face turned pale. Man, close your mouth. You might swallow a fly. As expected Everything was indeed nned. Then, what does Amhwang wish for? How would I know that? Whether its the Heavenly Demon or Amhwang, they must be holed up somewhere in the vast mountains now. To be honest, no one knows what schemes those guys have. Well, thanks to that, I can freely fabricate stories like this. Soon, the Heavenly Demon will emerge from his retreat. When that dayes, the bnce of the middle strata willpletely copse. Of course, that is natural. No matter how formidable the forces of the Empire or the Spirit Realm are. They cant stand against the Heavenly Demon who has mastered the Heavenly Demon Divine Technique. Thats right. So, all we have to do is gather strength until that dayes. Precisely, follow my orders, which I received from Amhwang. Just tell me. I will follow any order. Its reassuring to hear you say that. Well then, first, take over the Heavenly Essence Strengthening Pill until its absorbed. You know well enough that no one should disturb you during qi cirction, right? Dont worry and take your time absorbing the elixir. Yang Ho-myeong bowed again. With arrangements in ce, Jinhyuk tossed the pill into his mouth amidst irond protection. Gulp! The pill, small as a fingernail, slid down his throat. Wooong! An enormous amount of yang energy surged up at that moment. Now! Jinhyuk absorbed the Frozen Tear he held in his other hand. This crystal of magic with an extreme cold could only have its coldness mitigated through special methods. And the Heavenly Essence Strengthening Pill was one of the many methods for doing so. Kuhk! A thick vein bulged on his forehead. Indeed, the coldness emitted from the Frozen Tear was no ordinary matter as it advanced in stages. Add to that the absorption of the yang energy from the elixir, and the strain on his body only increased. Pzzzt! Pzzzt! Pzzzt! His veins felt like they were burning up, but if he lost consciousness here, he would be sumbing to a personal cmity. Calmly. At the same time, coolly, he began to regte the dispersing yin and yang energies throughout his system to ovee this crisis. Hoo. Taking controlled breaths, Jinhyuk concentrated his whole mind. An act that would normally be beyond the daring of an average person, requiring extremely fine control, but Jinhyuk began to navigate this formidable obstacle with remarkable momentum. Centralizing his inner energy on the energy acupuncture points, he circted magic from the hundred convergences point to the ascending point in the back, and then returned to the dantian energy acupuncture point toplete a heavenly cycle. Indeed a monster. Yang Ho-myeong swallowed his dry saliva as he watched. Absorbing the notorious Heavenly Essence Strengthening Pill without difficulty was astonishing enough. And to manage a spirit pill with such lethal coldness on top of that Is it like a thousand-year-old ginseng? No, even if it were a thousand-year-old ginseng, it wouldnt possess an aura so dense. At least two grades higher. Yes. Without a doubt, it was that level of divine object. Its no wonder Amhwang took an interest. If such a prodigy misused the cult, they would y a tremendous role in establishing a new history. After some hours had passed? Tsss Tsss Tsss The wildly rampaging aura began to subside. Simultaneously, Jinhyuk stopped manipting his magic. He had sessfully absorbed both energies. [Your magic power has increased by 60 points.] I did it! This was why he went through such an ordeal for this very reason. A hidden benefit that could only be acquired when absorbing conflicting energies simultaneously. He had now gained enough magic power that would normally require leveling up about 20 levels all at once. Thump! Thump! Thump! Jinhyuks heart thundered uncontrobly. Until now, the magic power he had painstakingly built up was 121, but this single asion gave him half as much. Congrattions on enhancing your inner power. Thanks. So, whats the n going forward? Jinhyuk responded immediately to Yang Ho-myeongs question. The important thing here was to issue amand, not to request. If there was a virtue to have as Amhwangs sessor, it was arrogance. Ill borrow the Heukpung Association. The, the Heukpung Association for what Now, well start sorting out all the smaller forces on the lower floors. The Heukpung Association, being on floors around the 20s, would be able to handle the 8th and 9th floors with ease. Of course. Reason was needed. And then, well re-establish the name of the Heavenly Demon there. Theplete revival of the Cheonma Cult was the pretext. In other words, with just the right reason attached, he could transform everyone present into obedient puppies. Chapter 180: Fist of Heaven, Dragon and Disciple of the Dark Emperor (2) Chapter 180: Fist of Heaven, Dragon and Disciple of the Dark Emperor (2) At the eighth floor of the Tower of Trials. The entire floor, a natural harsh terrain, isprised of a maze extending over 10,000 kilometers. Countless paths and innumerable traps seemingly demonstrated how difficult passing through this ce would be. I sure visited here often in the past A few hundred meters from the entrance of the maze, Jinhyuk stood alone, reminiscing about the past. The days he spent meticulously searching every corner of the 10,000-kilometer maze for hidden Easter eggs the administrator had concealed they were memories he could now look back on with a smile. Just then, someone appeared from the shadows. Master, the thirty members of the ck Wind Association are fully prepared. A boy with a rtively small stature of 170 cm, long hair and pale skin bowed respectfully. He was a retainer sent on behalf of Yang Ho-myeong His name was Wol Yeong (Moon Shadow), right? ording to Yang Ho-myeong, he was one of the top talents within the association. Yang had made sure to boast robustly that he wouldnt be a burden. His internal strength seemed reasonably solid, but his appearance looked rather feeble. Lets see how substantial he truly is. Using the Eye of Gluttony, Jinhyuk checked the status window of the boy. Name: Wol Yeong (Moon Shadow) Gender: Male Age: 22 Level: 47 Strength 20 Agility 55 Stamina 19 Magic Power 11 Internal Energy 60 Job: Escort Warrior Unique Ability: Shadow Swift Kill Skills: Level 10 Silent Step, Level 8 Sword Aura, Level 7 ck Heaven Skill, Level 7 Body Guards Vigor, Level 7 Loyalty [Detailed Description: Wol Yeong is an orphan who was taken in by Yang Ho-myeong before he could even walk and is an assassin of the ck Wind Association. Specialized in assassination and protection, he can be a very efficient tool when kept at your side. However, a special note of caution is advised since his thought process is slightly different from ordinary people.] [Copy Condition: Currently, Wol Yeong is apanying you not out of trust, but due to Yang Ho-myeongs orders. If you can gain his loyalty, you will be able to copy one of his unique abilities or skills.] The unique ability Shadow Swift Kill, specialized for long, mid, and short-range attacks using shadows. Hoh. This one emerged quite appetizing. Thanks to the false im of being the disciple of the Dark Emperor, usable cards had substantially increased. Of course, the elite thirty of the ck Wind Association borrowed for this asion would be instrumental in conquering the tower. He then turned his attention to the conditions for copying. To gain his loyalty Honestly, at my level, loyalty should naturally spring forth, so its not such a difficult task. He had no doubt that Wol Yeong would be his as long as he behaved as usual. Character, ability, welfare As the representative of Go-Inmul Corporation, he had all the virtues necessary for a leader. Its about time I should get going. Perhaps I should observe the situation from a distance first. Jinhyuk moved to a ce where he could clearly see the entrance to the maze. There was quite a crowd of yers gathered at the entrance. Some familiar guild emblems were in sight. While his mind had been preupied with the ball or whatever, it seemed the guilds that hadnt been invited were fervently focused on the conquest of the tower. After all, now was the perfect opportunity for the underdogs to rise while the bigpetitors were distracted. But then Hmm? A familiar figure caught Jinhyuks eye while scanning the vicinity. A woman with long red hair. It was Melena from the Mage Association. Though she was half-hidden behindrge sunsses, she would be recognizable to those who knew her. Whats she doing here? It was unlikely that she was here with a noble determination to conquer the tower for the future of humanity Having thought she had been too quiettely, this reeked too suspiciously. There was no choice but to ask directly. Ill just go over and have a word with that woman. Stay hidden and dont make any noticeable moves. You can do that much, right? Do we really need to stay in hiding? Although you look pretty decent, the rest of you look scary enough to be feared if met at night. Do I really need to say this myself? Imagine a group of scarred, shaggy-haired men in ck, all bunched together. Thats not a covert operation but rather like walking billboards. Or perhaps, theyd be lucky not to be reported to the police. I fail to understand your concern over appearances. A strong presence could be an advantage in battle, intimidating the opponent. Wol Yeong tilted his head, genuinely confused. Reminded of someone stubborn from back home, Jinhyuk knew better than to try persuading such types withmon sense. He pulled out a magic word that would unequivocally work on the members of the ck Wind Association. To achieve the grand aspirations of the Dark Heavenly Sect, the fewer people know us, the better. So follow my words. The fewer people know us Yes, I understand your meaning. Finally grasping the concept, Wol Yeong nodded. Departing from Wol Yeong, Jinhyuk approached Melenas location without dy. He saw the red-haired woman, deep in thought amidst the crowd of yers. Look who we have here, in such a ce? Jinhyuk greeted her with a light smile. Of course, from Melenas standpoint, it was as if lightning had struck from a clear sky. You, you are! Keep it down. Attracting attention here will be a loss for you more than me, wont it? Imagine a mage walking around in the bright daylight. The world sure has be a nice ce. If she were to make a scene right now, it would quite likely turn into Melena being consumed by mes on a pyre Shall we see? He was barely resisting the urge to let loose a tirade. That is! Melena nced cautiously around. Fortunately, everyone else was preupied with preparing to enter the maze, not paying attention to them. For the moment, at least. Alright, I get it! Ill tell you everything, just lets move somewhere else first. A wise choice. Jinhyuk followed Melena through the bushes, finally free from prying eyes once they reached a location slightly away from the entrance. Tell me why the Mages are interested in the eighth floor. Lets start with that. Melena flinched at Jinhyuks query. But only momentarily. She realized there was no way she could lie or make excuses. A few days ago, a unique magical energy was detected. Precisely, it was discovered identally by one of my colleagues exploring the maze. Unique magical energy? Youd know what Im talking about. The double pulse. The phenomena that ur when the floors? Yes, exactly that. It means a pathway connecting the eighth and ninth floors has been established. Thats precisely why Ivee here to investigate. The entire eighth floor, a mere maze, now connected to the ninth floor teeming with mid-level monsters. Upon realizing this, a chill ran down Jinhyuks spine. Could it be a coalition between the two floors? That would mean a ludicrous spike in the current difficulty level. How many yers have entered the maze? Jinhyuk asked urgently. Quite a few. As you know, there are countless humans who wish to be heroes. Even now, one of the major American guilds is inside. It was already toote. There were more questions he should have asked Melena, but now was not the time. Come with me. With that, Jinhyuk roughly grabbed Melenas wrist. Wait a minute! Even me? Of course, youre going inside too. Did she really think she could just slip away? Thepany and its employees are bound by fate, dying together, living together. Melena attempted to escape by any means, but Jinhyuk wasnt one to let go once he caught a fish. However. Upon reaching Wol Yeong, Jinhyuk faced yet another shocking sight. His head was throbbing. It couldnt be helped. Before him, beaming with pride, stood Wol Yeong, and around himid yers frothing at the mouth, unconscious. Not a single one of the hundreds of yers there had regained consciousness. Phew Hold it in. Hes still young; mistakes can happen. More importantly, there might be a usible exnation here. Exin. The short version. Didnt youmand, master? As much as possible, there shouldnt be any onlookers. Thats true. Indeed, he had said that. But that still doesnt mean you knock everyone out, does it? I simply followed the esteemed order of my master. Wol Yeong bowed his head, appearing ashamed. Now Jinhyuk understood what the system had meant. A bit different in thinking makes him not so easy to deal with. Jinhyuk pressed his temples with his index fingers. Thats enough. Get ready to enter the maze right away. Since there were already yers inside. They needed to hurry before everyone turned into corpses. About 20 kilometers from the entrance to the maze, a group of yers gathered. Weve lost contact again A man muttered to himself. One of the top five major guilds in America, Lockheed. And the man was an AAA-ranked Lancer, one of the pirs the guild could boast of, named Jack Freedman. Despite his enviable position, Freedmans expression was far from bright. For good reason. The force he brought to breach the eighth floor maze was the main attack unit of the guild, Lockheeds first assault team. Each member had been rated A or higher and had experience in conquering at least the tenth floor. Yet, paradoxically, the maze they had seeded in before felt agonizingly tough. Its different. He wasnt merely talking about theplexity of the maze or the difficulty of traps. Something fundamentally altered. The thick, sticky feeling of air clinging to his skin. The vibe had been off since the entrance, and as they delved deeper, doubts became conviction. Freedman nced at the status window floating in the air. [0h:0m:1s] The timer disyed just ran out. Beep! Beep! A loud rm resounded. The atmosphere grew tenser. Commander, just now all three hours have passed. Three hours. It represented the time psed since Katie, leading the vanguard, entered the maze. It also meant none of the thirteen-man vanguard had returned. Damn it. Freedman gritted his teeth. What could possibly cause the disappearance of every scouting party? He knew minimizing the main forces risk was paramount, yet they couldnt continue with futile sacrifices. Finally. Rangers will stay on standby. Yoris, Michael, lead the way. Were going in. The decision was made for the tank and dealer yers to enter the maze. Chapter 181: The Red Oath Emblem (1) Chapter 181: The Red Oath Emblem (1) As they decided to enter the interior, the expressions on everyones faces changed. The thought of having to proceed inside instilled a creeping fear in them. Are you truly certain this is alright? A ck knight d in full armor spoke up. He was Yoris, one of those named by Friedman, and the main tank of the attack party. As the keystone of the raiding party, it was natural for him to possess a significant right to speak. We cant help if there are casualties. We have less than an hour left. If we cant reach the second area within that time, the strategy we know will be useless. The maze on the 8th floor changes its entireyout every 24 hours. Past yers who challenged this maze memorized theyout based on that time frame, making it essential to reach certain ces within the allotted time. Any dy could lead to bing irretrievably lost within the transformed maze. However, moving recklessly without knowing what traps lie ahead is dangerous. Its not traps. Its more likely something else. Disarming traps was the specialty of Rangers. If even A-ranked Rangers trained with unique abilities and skills were annihted, it couldnt have been solely due to traps. Something else what do you mean by that? I cant be certain yet, but if my guess is right W-watch out! Friedman screamed at the top of his lungs and swung his longsword. Boom! He barely managed to deflect something that was flying towards the raiding party. Out of more than a dozen, he had only managed to block one. Thud! Wham! Argh! Aagh! Terrible screams echoed as metal armor and flesh were pierced through. The weapon that was thrown with an almost imperceptible speed looked more like a harpoon than an arrow due to its size and the immense power behind it. Just a graze was enough to tear arms and legs right off. An enemy. And one with brute strength that couldnt help but make you curse. Throb! Throb! Friedman was still reeling from the pain in his wrist and arm that had blocked the attack. Dont block, dodge! He yelled, on the verge of his voice breaking. If even he, capable of wielding aura des, was receiving such impact, the other yers wouldnt stand a chance. Disperse! Damn it, use detection magic first! We need to ascertain the enemys type and location! The mages began to cast their spells. Transparent waves spread along the dark passageway. In the distance. A magical reaction of about 3 meters in size was detected far away. It was a well-known type of magic signature. It belonged to a Predator Ogre, notorious amongst the medium-sized monsters for its ferocity. The fact that a monster known for being a loner was moving in a group was already nonsensical, but there was no time to ponder that now. As soon as the detection magic realized their presence, the enemy also understood they had been detected. The response was immediate. Somethingsing! Eighteen, neen twenty-one. Theyre fast! A female mage reported urgently. This time it was not Ogres. The magical response was smaller, and the rate at which the distance closed was rmingly fast. As if something had intensified their entire bodies. Swoosh! Swish! The sound of skimming across the ground was heard, and soon after, small creatures appeared in the passageway. Go, Goblins? But their movements were too bizarre for mere Goblins. Screeech! Keeeek! The green skin was blotched with red crest-like emblems that stood out. Brandishing daggers, the Goblins plunged into the fray among the yers. Scrape! Slither! The daggers targeted the unprotected areas beyond the armor. Being naturally weak, they aimed where the armor didnt cover. Tch! Cursed slippery bastards! yers cursed out at their superficial wounds as they swung their ded weapons harshly. Such injuries were trivial in a raid context. However, That oversight led to a fatal consequence. !? W-wwaaahhh! Kuh..uhhh yers who sustained injuries suddenly rolled their eyes back and started vomiting out their innards. Its poison! Damn, Ive never seen toxin act this fast. This was no ordinary poison. Even the healers detoxification skills only dyed death by a mere few dozen seconds. Sa-save me! Aaaaaah! yers were helplessly swept away, and the monsters moved with such precision it was evident they had undergone high-level training. Everything from ranged support with throwing spears to disrupting the formation up close in melee was wlessly executed. This is unbelievable Friedman instinctively realized why not a single raid party had reached the end of thebyrinth since the 8th floor had opened. It wasnt because the maze wasplicated. It was simply because the monsters wandering within the maze were monstrously strong, far beyondmon sense. He needed to get word out to the Lockhead Guild and the other guilds across the world about this anomaly immediately. But how? Withrades dying without offering proper resistance and the top-ranked yers struggling against even a single Goblin, He, too, would likely die here just like the countless yers who had gone missing before. At least Ill take one of you down with me! Friedman made a desperate gamble, ignoring defense and aiming for a mutual takedown. Nevertheless, His sword never even grazed the Goblins fur. The Goblin dodged the attack with a grotesquely swift motion and swung its dagger toward Friedmans shoulder. Rather, it tried to. Swoosh! Suddenly, the Goblin froze in its tracks. Ck? The blood spurting from the neck Considering the movement demonstrated thus far, the scene was unrealistically surreal. Like a puppet with its strings cut, the Goblins body copsed to the side. Did I defeat it this easily? Shock traveled through Friedmans dted pupils. Despite swinging his sword hundreds of times, he had not even inflicted a scratch on the creature. And yet, it had just been defeated in a single blow? At that moment, Get rid of the obstacles. A cold voice came from beside Friedman. Unbeknownst to him, the voices ownermanded that all hindrances be cleared away. Yes, Sir. That was sufficient. Dozens of shadows, iparably faster than the Goblins had moved earlier, sprang into action. sh! St! Keeeyaaack! Keek! Suddenly, the tables turned. This time, Goblin limbs were severed and flung into the air. There wasnt a single monster left standing in the wake of the tempest. It was a one-sided massacre. Blood drenched the path, and no words would be more fitting to describe it. Friedman slowly turned his head. There, he saw. A man wearing a mask with geometric patterns, a red-haired woman, and thirty masked individuals surrounding them like guards. Each one was a powerhouse, possessing skills that were a whole different dimensionpared to Lockhead Guilds elites. Their levels how much grueling training they had endured it was beyond imagination. Particrly striking was the man in the mask. How could one not know? How could one possibly not know? Unknown. As he acknowledged his opponent, Friedman slowly savored the name. *** So it hase to this Jinhyuk examined the dismembered Goblin corpse. Emblems blooming across its body. Undoubtedly, it was clear that the 8th and 9th floors allied, and behind these creatures was that being, the named monster specialized in enhancing monsters with spells and handling legion-ss forces. Weve dealt with the small fries. There are a few more of the big ones at the end of the corridor, what should we do with them? Wolyeong, pointing with her sword towards the end of the passage, asked as several spears flew out of the darkness at that moment. The formidable sound of air being sliced filled the airthose very throwing spears that had shredded Lockhead Guilds formation to tatters. Wolyeong moved to intercept but stopped as she saw the ck energy enveloping Jinhyuks hand. [Unique Ability ws that Block the Moon has been activated!] The unique ability used by the descendant of the Dikasus family, Mihai, had fully awakened. Splintering noises His handpletely submerged in ck color, reminiscent of a beasts w growing out. Jinhyuk reached out towards the iing spears, grabbing them in mid-air. Crack! Boom boom boom! The spears instantly shattered into pieces, falling to the ground. Here was the disciple of the Dark Emperor, who even without a weapon was a beast to be reckoned with. At least, the battle has already been decided. Thats how it appeared to Wolyeong. *** Swoosh! Jinhyuks body, strengthened by the Sword Demonic Emperors Aura, vanished like the wind. As faint dust rose, he instantly reached the snout of the Ogre. Three in total. They held spears, preparing for their next attack. Kroooar! The Ogre let out a terrible howl, its body also marked by red crest-like emblems. Its most likely spread throughout almost the whole tribe. Time was running out. To capitalize on the situation, action had to be taken quickly. Jinhyuk easily dodged the thrusted spears aimed at the head and waist. Two spears stuck into the ground. Their strength and speed are at least triple that of a normal Ogre. Frankly, it was somewhat shocking. Ordinary, dim-witted Ogres shouldnt be capable of such a strategic movement. However, That was it. Thud! The ck ws pierced right through the Ogres heart. Krruuur The grotesque scene of a hand bursting from the Ogres chest unfolded. Kroooar! Ooooor! The remaining Ogres attempted a swift second attack. Siege hammers designed for closebat sliced through the air. It would bemon sense to dodge. So far, oveing power with finesse and technique had been the norm. But why is that? No need to go out of the way Instead, Jinhyuk met the attack with his fist. Boom! With a terrifying rush of wind, iron masses collided head-on with Jinhyuks fist. A fist against a hammer weighing over 100 kg would normally have an expected oue. Of course, thats assuming both the fist and the hammer were ordinary. Crunch! Crack! The irons surface cracked like a turtle shell. And simultaneously, Crack! The same cracks appeared on the Ogres bodies. Red blood sprayed from their heart as they copsed. Yet, before he could savor the victory, Ding! A status window appeared before Jinhyuk. [] The status window, dyed red, emitted an ominous aura. Chapter 182: The Red Oath Emblem (2) Chapter 182: The Red Oath Emblem (2) A crimson-colored status window appeared. And then, [Sigh This is just ridiculous. What in the world are you doing now? Huh?] A voice entered my mind through telepathy. Irritation seeped through that female voice. As expected, among them, this one reacts the fastest. One of the top three monsters even within the 9th floor, known as the paradise of monstersa half-beast, half-human creature known as Leizhen, the Thunder Bird, Atasha. Just as I wanted, the big-named monster took the bait without hesitation. Why? Upset because Ive taken out a few cute pets? [Hey Looking at you. Among humans, you seem to be reasonably strong but dont get cocky. You can be taken out in a single hit. Got it? Did you hear me? Stop grinning like that just because you managed to beat a few ogres. If I had been there, I would have just] Hmm Thats interesting. [Interesting? What is?] All the bosses and named monsters Ive fought until now, but youre the first one who manages to be so weightless and vulgar. There are exceptions, of course. But typically, the prouder they are, the less skill they seem to have. More talkative than ever, Im oddly looking forward to seeing if you can walk the talk, even just halfway. [Kuhuhu! Good, this will be fun. After all, a lively fish always tastes better when beaten down.] Seems to me were on the same page, then? I was just thinking about the best way to take you down. Jinhyuk smiled lightly. Before Atasha could retort, he added anotherment. Oh! Dont get too fired up now. If you keep sending indirect messages with voice, youll burn through your coins, and I doubt your wallet can handle that, right? Nothing is more hrious than watching someones bnce dropalthough thats a problem for those with plenty to spare, and you? Youd probably be out on the streets in no time, so consider this a friendly piece of advice. As much as a birdbrain might have, how much could she have saved? Even if she had, who knows if she might forget about it after turning around. Especially if its a Thunder Bird. [Kill him! Kill him right now!] Along with the shout, Gugugugugu! One side of the tunnel wall rose. And what appeared were more ogres. But, they were different from the ones killed earlier. While the first ones were muscr and heavy-set, these new ones had long arms and legs and were more agile-looking. Armed with a 1.7m sharp sword, a blunt-looking rectangr shield, and armors covered in chains especially at vital points. Definitely different. Their meat looks really tough, not something easy to carve for a meal. What struck me the most was the emblem etched across their bodies. The emblem, reminiscent of a tigers mane, glowed with a faint red hue. [The ones I sent before were just advance scouts. Just to test the waters before retreating. Meanwhile, these blokes, theyre made forbat. We hand-picked them especially to deal with annoying pests like you. See, even their emblems look different] Atashas rambling was cut abruptly short. Swish Thud! Jinhyuks palm struck an ogre in the abdomen. Pop, pop, pop! A grisly symphony and a fountain of blood painted the scene crimson. [So, so fast?] An impossible speed. The improved ogres, specialized in mobility and aimed forbat, couldnt even react? Thats just ridiculous! But what was more surprising was how an ogre, a medium-sized monster, was killed instantly from such a light touch. While Atasha was taken aback by the unexpected turn of events, The feel of it is exquisite, Jinhyuk thought. The martial arts technique known as ck Heaven Demon Emperor Technique. Indeed, it was a technique with devastating power, allegedly used by the Dark Emperor himself. Having mostly used his sword forbat until now, there was a certain charm to this kind of meleebat. Especially the Nail that Conceals the Moon, utilizing both internal energy and magical power, gave me a kind of new pleasure I hadnt experienced in a long while. Perfect for warming up. Theirrge size made them feel even better when struck. Jinhyuk used Sword Demon Emperor Technique and grabbed another ogre in a sh. Boom! Again, his fist shattered the ogres armor into pieces. Kghaaak! An ogre, twisted like the letter g, fell onto the spot. Thats two down. Thest one attempted a desperate counterattack. A sword, soared high, came crashing down vertically. Then, Boom! The ground Jinhyuk stood on caved in a circr shape. Kukukuku A dark energy rose from his body. A vile aura, one that only a select few from the Heretical ck Sect could master. The sword, lunging toward his crown, was halted mid-air by the energy. In the ogres fear-filled eyes, the approaching fist reflected. Like in slow-motion, The fist crushed the jaw and burrowed through the skull. Kwakwakwakwang! Kwaang! The ogres body, rotating 360 degrees, broke through the wall and crashed into the wall on the other side. Then it burst through the opposite wall onto the next until finally, after having torn through over seven walls, the ogre came to a halt, nearly indistinguishable in form. [Brutish!] Atashas voice was full of shock. But this time, unlike at the beginning, her angercked certainty. Since introductions are done, Ill add onest thing. Jinhyuk lifted his head slightly towards the three monsters likely watching from somewhere. Hide as best as you can. Really well. They might have believed that this maze would serve as a solid hiding spot, but relying on this sandy box of just 10,000km well, they might find this game of tag ending far sooner than expected. How How could this be? Freedman, who had watched the whole battle, let out the breath he had been holding. Overwhelmed by the staggering strength, he had nearly forgotten to breathe. With just a few punches, those monsters Just. Such an expression came naturally because the movements and attacks appeared too simpleso straightforward it almost felt futile. Be careful what you say. It might look simple at first nce, but to your level, this is a martial prowess beyond your wildest imagination. Wolyeong furrowed her eyebrows. As someone recognized among the top ranks of the ck Wind n, she was painfully aware of how extraordinary Jinhyuks disyed skills and martial arts were. Immediately, Melena echoed in agreement. That guy is definitely a freak. Thats why everyone is exploited by him. Speaking of which, who are you? I saw you came with our lord, but Before answering that, are you and those guys back there forcefully recruited into some corporation or something? I havent heard of such a sect. Youre so green, yet you talk like an old schr. Are you shooting a historical drama? A historical drama, you say? Wolyeong tilted her head in confusion. Melena sighed lightly from exasperation. Tsk tsk. You seem to have a wide and clear road of suffering ahead. Were both headed into hell, who am I to feel sorry for you? Our lord is prepared for a path streaked with bloodshed. But, from what you say, you seem to know quite a bit about our lord? Well I know him not well, but then again, not many survive after meeting him, soparatively, maybe I do. Anyway, what do you want to know? Ill tell you what I can as a senior in thepany. What is our lord usually like? Wolyeong knew very little about Jinhyuk, whom she would be servingonly that he was the Dark Emperors apprentice and was leading a double life as Kang Jinhyuk and Unknown. She wanted to know everything about him, every trivial detail. Thats when Melena slowly started speaking after some thought. Hes like a Demon King. Terrifyingly powerful, incredibly persistent, merciless to his enemiesthat was the Jinhyuk she knew. Right at that moment. What are you two discussing so fervently? Jinhyuk himself approached. Oh, nothing! We didnt say anything. Seriously! Melena hastily shook her head in panic. On the other hand, Youve done a great job. Wolyeong bowed deeply with aplex expression, a mix of awe from witnessing such a high-level martial art and the sense that this was to be expected from the apprentice of the Dark Emperor. [Wolyeongs loyalty and affection have increased by +50. Remaining loyalty points until copy condition is met: 95] The status window appeared before Jinhyuk. So this is how I fulfill the copy conditions. By continuing to impress Wolyeong, it wont be long until he can copy one of her abilities. Good, thats settled. Now, take the injured and leave. As you can see, theyre not someone you can deal with at your level. Jinhyuk spoke to Freedman. Still in a daze, Freedman snapped back to reality at Jinhyuks words. He knew better than anyone that he was not a match for them. I wouldnt stand a chance against them with my skills. The Guardians in ck who swept away the goblins were powerful beings, no doubt. Even if the entire Lochheed Guild were here, they couldnt perform a tenth of what those thirty could. Moreover, Unknown, whom even these powerful men treated with such respect, was a monster of another dimension entirely. What good would it do if he tried to intervene other than being in the way? Theres nothing I can do. His decision didnt take long. Understood. I leave the rest to you. Freedman nodded. As the Lochheed Guilds survivors began gathering corpses and treating the injured, Jinhyuk, Wolyeong, and Melena gathered behind arge boulder to discuss whaty ahead. So, whats the n now? Do we find the exit through normal means? Its not bad to stroll leisurely, but this ce isnt exactly scenic for sightseeing. Having suffered enough in the musty maze on the 1st floor, I had no desire to spend months again eating moss and bats. Lord. Do you have something in mind? Just watch. Jinhyuk essed the Coin Exchange. He was about to show them how to conquer the maze in record time, the high-level gamers way. Deep within thebyrinth, concealed well, Only after passing through intertwined passages and countless traps could one reach it; The ce where monsters from the 9th tier resided. From goblins to orcs, small species to ogres and wyverns, medium onesit was truly dozens of types all baring their teeth and snarling. Some, unable to suppress their restless bloodlust, turned on each other, ready to fight at any moment. And then, The three boss monsters managing them, staring at an orb before them, were shell-shocked and appalled. The orb disyed an image of Jinhyuk. So far, nothing surprising. The problem was, This is madness! Is he sane? I told you! Hes absolutely nuts! The individual of concerns current actions were being shown. Chapter 183: The Alliance of Two Levels (Part 1) Chapter 183: The Alliance of Two Levels (Part 1) Kirik? Kiii As if enchanted by something, the goblins approached. Their pupils were half-dted, their noses twitched, and the drool flowing from their mouths suggested a sort of addiction. Thud. Their steps staggered even more. At that very moment. Puff! Puff! The men d in ck quickly overpowered the goblins. They struck the soft spot of the neck from behind, causing the goblins to copse on the spot like dolls with their strings cut. In total, seven creatures. With that, the number of monsters caught had surpassed triple digits. Melena swallowed dryly at the absurd sight before her. To think shed see monsters being lured by scent in her lifetime It was beyond absurd; it was unimaginable. Is that concoction you made with the items you bought at the coin exchange the one that makes these guys lose their minds? Melena pointed at a jar ced in the center of the passageway. It contained an unidentified purple liquid, bubbling away. However, what was important was not the color but the smell. A sweet aroma prickled the nostrils. It likely affected only monsters. More precisely, it affects only monsters bearing that mark. Its quite efficient, but it has a clear weakness. The Red Mark was a spell that could originally maximize the potential of individual monsters. It was used asionally by high-ranking sorcerers because it could greatly enhancebat power and even remove significant parts of fear, but no technique in the worldes without its downsides. If you mix Mayabi Ground Bee Honey 527mg, Three-Eyed Skunk Pheromones, and 15 Peonies and simmer them slowly over the fire, you can make quite an interesting potion. A potion that weakens the power of the marks and induces visual illusions, as if walking through fog. With the Illusory Prison summoned by the barrier added in, the detail was perfect To any monster thates here, its no different from a fly venturing into a carnivorous nt. Of course, such a method wouldnt work in their home turf, but at least itll be useful until we get there. This should do the job well. After listening to Jinhyuks calm exnation, Melena was astonished once again. What exactly are you? No, setting that aside, how do you even know such a method? How I know? I used to study about the tower earnestly, and it came to me naturally. Thats nonsensical! Ive yed the [Tower of Trials] a lot, but Ive never heard of anything like this! Thats probably because youve been ying with newbies. To get where high-level yers were, one had to swim with the big fishes, as they say. Whos a newbie? Ive done quite well for myself in the Mine Association Ahh, Ive failed to acknowledge such a distinguished miner. Now lets get these cors on the captured monsters, shall we? Jinhyuk tossed several cors at Melena. They were crude chains that even an untrained eye could tell were poorly made. Cors? What are you nning to do with these? Well break through the traps. Its pointless to recruit helpers only to have them idle around. It was wise to immediately put to use what was in hand. While Melena was still not fully understanding the n, tilting her head, there was an update. My Lord. Ivepleted everything youve requested. Wolyeong approached, reporting with utmost respect. Her face was flushed with a sense of aplishment frompleting her task. Ahem. Good. Lets see if you did it properly. Jinhyuk, puffing up with pride, followed Wolyeongs guidance. And a short whileter, the three of them arrived at a surprisingly ghastly and grandiose creation a splendid golden carriage nearly 2 meters in size. The ck wheels made of brass and the engraved symbols of the Heavenly Horse Religion exuded a tremendous intimidation on their own. As expected, it does not fall short of our faiths dignity. Even the Dark Emperor would be pleased. Wolyeong is immensely honored by your approval, my Lord. Then, lets head out. Jinhyuk climbed onto the carriage. Indeed, the investment of expensive coins was worthwhile. First off, the ride was incredibly smooth, and thanks to the high tform, the field of vision was clear. The leather whip in hand, as the finishing touch Yes, it tasted of power. This is why everyone seeks higher ground. Swish! The whip left a thin mark on the ground. And then. Groan. The Elemental Spirits of the Five Elements, sweating profusely, lifted the Giant Bird feathers. This is way too heavy. Master, we have short limbs, we cant lift this kind of stuff Spare the spirits! I shouldve returned to the realm of spirits when I had the chance. Is it toote now? Quiet down, everyone. I have a headache, so keep it down, will you? Even though they were in a sunless maze, such detailed decorations were essential. Indeed, such feathers were mandatory for a kings procession. Thump! Thump! Thump! Thump! The monsters connected by long leashes in front of the carriage began to march down the hallway. Click! As the trap was triggered, massive mes erupted. Whoosh! Kieeeek! One of the leading goblins instantly turned into a lump of coal. This time, its a fire-based formation. The traps are indeed diverse. We would have been in serious trouble if we just walked into them. By now, Wolyeong and Melena seemed unfazed, having seen such scenes repeatedly. Humans truly are creatures of adaptation, and this proved it. Sure enough, this is the best method. Jinhyuk leisurely flicked the whip from atop the carriage. Using the enemys underlings to break through the traps designed by the enemy. What could be safer and more efficient than this? Boom! Another goblin met its end amid a loud noise. Its safe, but it seems it will take a while this way? I was just about to y my second card. The map of the maze had already been drawn in Jinhyuks mind. He had memorized everything the location of the major traps, where therge monsters likely resided, and much more. Nodding, Jinhyuk signaled the members of the ck Wind Association to release the iron chains they held. Shshshshsh! Groooar! Groooooar! Ogres wearing spike-shaped helmets charged forward, letting out a collective roar. The direction didnt matter. Blinded by their helmets, they couldnt even tell where they were heading; their only allowed action was to charge forward at full speed and thrust themselves against the walls with their spike-shaped helmets. That was their sole mission. Boom! The wall copsed, revealing a huge hole in the passage. Although the ogres that hit the wall were either knocked out or dead from the sheer force of the impact, they had nheless fulfilled their task. Ta-da! The path is clear, isnt it? Jinhyuk spread his arms wide. Expecting cheers and apuse. However. The eyes of the onlookers were cold. It was as if they were staring at a Demon King who had wandered out of his own realm. Even the gnome and the smander were pantomiming strangling themselves or poking their eyes out. Hmm. Maybe that was a bit much? Ahem. Ahem! Given that everyone is risking their lives climbing the tower, surely no one is about to argue monsters have rights too, right? Who said anything? I didnt say a word. Youre swearing with your eyes. A subordinate to a boss. I wasnt though, boss? Melena smiled slyly, her eyesughing while her mouth did not. [Lv9 Eye of Greed has been activated.] [The subjects statement is false.] She really was cursing, and quite colorfully at that. I need to improve my image. A leader should always be at the forefront of his group. Jinhyuk purchased another item from the coin exchange. Unlike the previous purchases, this time it was a cheap 200-coin pickaxe. Master. Are you intending to take action yourself? But with that Wolyeong eyed the near-breaking pickaxe and shook her head gently. If theres a need to clear a path, let us handle it. You dont need to do it personally. Even to the members of the ck Wind Association, it seemed a poor choice to use such a worn-out tool. An ogre would need to ram with full force to break down a wall that would barely scratch from the strike of such a pickaxe. However. Its a different story for ordinary people. I am different. Jinhyuk, who had made a strong impression on the bosses of the ninthyer with various performances, now needed to motivate theirzy bones. Buzzzz! Jinhyuk activated different skills in each hand. He gripped the edge of the pickaxe with Giants Grasp. In the other hand, mes arose from the Element of Fire. Whoosh! Pressure and heat converged, heating the surface of the pickaxe until it glowed a dark red. Its a bit tricky since its been a while. One had to control the exact heat and pressure, a feat practically impossible for a yer without advanced cksmith skills. Among the rotten veteran yers, perhaps only two could manage such a feat. Finally, Jinhyuk maximized all ability expectations through a 3-star Amplification Barrier. The maze trembled violently from the tremendous magical power. After a few minutes, Jinhyuk ceased pouring his magic. Ding! [You have created a Diamond Pickaxe!] [Your precise and remarkable craftsmanship will be listed in the Hall of Honor for a day!] [The deity Father of Iron and Fire admires your skill.] [A few deities of the upperyers express their interest.] Father of Iron and Fire belonged to Olympus, one who spent his days hammering away. For him, it must have been quite an intriguing event, as even the mighty residents of the middleyers didnt possess the skill to craft items in such a manner. The unique blend of science and skill must have indeed drawn their eyes. Jinhyuk offered a faint smile while inspecting the finished pickaxe. [Diamond Pickaxe] Acquisition Difficulty: A Durability: 1,000/1,100 Attack Power: 550 Description: Specialized for mining, this item can also be used to efficiently break through walls inbyrinths or mazes. Mining attack power increases by 20%, and wall-breaking attack power increases by 10%. The color of the pickaxe had changed. Its emerald-tinted edge could be perceived as extraordinary even by the untrained eye. Good. Jinhyuk swung the pickaxe lightly. Pwook! The pickaxe, drawing a soft curve, dug into the wall. It tore through the wall with ease, like scooping through y. My goodness Such magical power exists. Melena and Wolyeong let out astonished breaths. The creator, however, scratched his head in embarrassment. Hmm. I dug in the wrong ce. This isnt it. One of the mazes central mechanisms was now openly exposed. He had unwittingly entered a secret chamber. Now that I see it, there seems to be a system room that manages the types of traps on the other side It might not be bad to check it out. Thus, Jinhyuk continued to nullify visible traps and destroy intact paths, turning the maze into utter chaos. Noting out yet? Even now? After all this? Then. Thud! All of the traps suddenly stopped. At the same time, walls began to rise. Thats enough ytime. Jinhyuk slowly observed the shadow approaching from beyond the wall. Perhaps one of the intermediaries sent by the boss monsters wasing. However. ! Upon seeing the intermediary, Jinhyuks pupils shook with shock. Someone who shouldnt be here,pletely unexpected, had appeared. Chapter 184: Alliance of Two Tiers (2) Chapter 184: Alliance of Two Tiers (2) With a mere height of one meter, there stood a small-statured Dwarfan insignificantly frail figure known as Kaman from the Masquerade. I knew him to be a lower-level administrator whom I had encountered at the event. Rumor had it that he was demoted after siding with Jinhwak and getting demolished by the superior administrator, Hasting. Imagine my surprise at his appearance here. Interesting. I could roughly guess what brought him. With his manager career at a dead end, he likely thought to seize the opportunity to join forces with the 8th and 9th floors monsters and grab a share of power, perhaps? Nice to meet you, yer Unknown. Kaman initiated the conversation, his tone devoid of hostility. Right, he saw my face without the mask at the ball. Had he seen the real me under the mask, I wouldve been met with magic, not words. But for the moment, no such hostility was presented. Do you know me well? Ho-ho-ho. How could I not recognize a prominent ranker among yers? Its only natural that I did my research. Your words tter me. Then, are you representing the 9th floors monsters to negotiate with me? Thats correct. Hmm, how should I put it? Think of my presence here as our mutual effort to bring about the best oue for both parties, without letting the situation get too messy. The best oue he says Its the same subtle threat he used at the masquerade. But, does he truly realize? Both before and now. No matter how skillfully he ys his games, he will be the one to shatter. Enough chitchat. Tell me why youvee here. Your presence implies that you have a proposition, correct? Youre not one for idle talk. Very well. I offer you a single proposal: cease wielding your pickaxe in turmoil and follow me obediently. That proposal isnt the least bit tempting. Isnt it your goal to kill the bosses that oversee the levels? The very ones you seek await you where I lead. Besides. A sinister smile creased Kamans lipsand simultaneously. This is not a request or a plea. With a snap of his fingers, a massive screen materialized before us. Spare us! Help, please anyone! Screens of monsters executing humans in various horrendous ways unfolded before our eyes. Amongst the missing yers who fell to thebyrinth, I recognized some trying to escape just moments agomembers of the Freedman and Lockhead guilds. Lizardmen swinging swords at unarmed men. Goblins tossing daggers at women tied to poles, relishing their twisted game. A coliseum where survivors and monsters bet on who wouldst the longest. Blood, screams, and the convergence of life and death. It was, in essence, hell. You My voice dropped to an icy timbre. Ho-ho-ho. Dont re as if you could kill me. My position is not so lowly that a mere human can threaten me. How dare you insolently wag your tongue at the Lord! Ill rip it right out! Wolyeong stepped forward, a foreboding aura of death erupting from her. Any affront to Jinyuk was to insult the Dark Emperor himself. Unaware of Kamans true identity, she was poised to strike him down in one swift cut. Wait. But, my Lord! I said wait. Theres no need for you to act; I will personally tear out his tongue. I stepped forward, the omens of danger I radiated were so intense that Wolyeong instinctively recoiled. Even Melena swallowed nervously and stepped back, despite her long acquaintance with me, this was her first time witnessing such fury. Zap! Zap! Zap! Electric currents of mana crawled over my skin, inducing nausea merely by proximity. Ha-ha-ha! Terrifying as always. Indeed, fitting for the most outstanding among humans. Honestly, its a little scary. Well see how long your smirksst. Sssst! My Moon-covering ws manifested, and my hand bore dark, energy-infused talons. Youd be wise to consider, if you attack me, it will take you much longer to reach them. Youll also miss the chance to save your peers. Kamans words froze my hand mid-air. Defiantly following orders only puts me at a disadvantage. Wasting time on the way to the bosses and abandoning those captured, I risked ruin to my reputation. A strategic impasseneither choice readily serves my purpose. Grinding my teeth, I ultimately resolved. Alright. Ill follow. A wise choice, Kaman smirked, believing hed anticipated mypliance. Thought so? In a sh, I grabbed Kaman by the throat. Crack! An unmistakable sound of breaking resonated as the grip of my formidable power took hold. Kaman reflexively cast a shield, but it was insufficient against my strength. What are you! Didnt take the hint, did you? I thought I told you to shut up. Vwooom! Boom! Lifting Kaman high, I mmed him down into the ground; the impact shattered the earth beneath us. Ah! The anguished scream tore from his lungs. Novel pain overtook himpain previously unknown, sending him into uproarious shouts. It was, to no surprise, for who would darey hands on an administrator? Especially one who had returned their artifacts due to disciplinary sanctions; a huge factor in the one-sided conflict. But above all, it wascency bred from arrogance that led to his downfall. This you cant do this and live Youve been doing fine. Besides, you should be worried about yourself, not others. Relentlessly, I repeated the motion. His body soared, then mercilessly smashed back into the ground. Boom! Blood jetted from his nose and mouth. Stop, no more! Boom! Gah! Cough! Bang! Bang! Boom! A limp figure, shivering limbs. No trace of the once dignified andposed administrator remainedjust a rodent cowering in fear. The true terror was yet to abate; the worst was merely unfolding. [Your unique ability Blessing of the Stars activates.] A celestial energy seeped into Kamans body. [The targeted wounds slowly begin to heal.] [Due to ack of proficiency in the unique ability,plete recovery is impossible.] His broken nose reassembled, and the blood ceased its flow. Considering the earlier disaster, he appeared nearly mended. What is this? Despair flooded his eyes; the sacred light meant to heal became the most cursed sight in this moment. Were just getting started. No, wait! Ill talk! Not yet. You had the chance and stayed silent. At least one more cycle is due. After that, you may speak. The relentless assault resumed. Boom! Agh! Unsparing, each strike hammered relentlessly. Kamans first impressions at the masquerade had been bad enough. But toying with yers lives as a source of amusement and using it for ckmail sealed his fate as a terrible move. Thump! Thump! After a hellish minute, a second chance presented itself to Kaman. Now, he didnt dare meet my eyes. Whispering close, I muttered, Open the gate to those monsters. And think carefully before responding. Any hint of refusal or impossibility, and itll be yourst word. No joke. Though a nuisance, I had anticipated several locations of substantial forces. Will you spare me if I tell? Save me? Luckily, Im not interested in your life. Based on your actions, I might let you live. The gate Ill open it. Right now. Frantically nodding, Kaman swiftly activated the gate. Woo-ooong! A dazzling portal exclusive to administrators appeared. Sensing familiar magic from the other side, there were still more survivors than casualties. I need to hurry. Time was running out. Discarding Kaman, I stepped through the gate. Escort the Lord in formation! Sigh, why does everything keep getting moreplicated Wolyeong and Melena followed. Lastly. Lets go. Okay! We must listen to Master. Leaving the carriage behind, the spirit trees trotted onward. As my vision cleared, thendscape had changed entirely. A vast expanse big enough to house ten World Cup stadiumsy before me, brimming with innumerable monsters. Thud! Thud! Thud! The drumbeats pierced the eardrums. The thick scent of blood invaded the nostrils. This was the heart of thebyrinth; a gathered force of thebinedyers. So terribly numerous Even Melena showed trepidation. Wolyeong was equally tense. There are many of them. We must secure our retreat first, lest were surrounded and escape bes difficult, she advised. Wolyeong. I spoke softly. Yes, my Lord. Who am I? The esteemed disciple of the Dark Emperor and the cornerstone of Cheonmashins revival. Then, do you think mere monsters can best me? The word mere hung heavy in the air. What being, even the mighty martial world of the 20th tier, could face such a multitude of middling monsters so casually? Moreover, these were enhanced by red sigils, gain the protection of boss monsters. Wolyeong. I spoke again. Yes Yes! Listen well; I will say this once. Its not my style to repeat myself. No matter the situation, trust and follow me. Then we will all survive this ordeal. All of us even us? Yes. As long as I lead, no one dies. I had walked the path of the shadow de all my life; a sword that could be discarded at any momentthis was the fate of a martial worlds hidden weapon. In crises, it was expected to be used and to die for its master. But then Whats with him? Thump! Thump! Thump! Wolyeongs heart quickened. A long-dormant principle within seemed to stir for the first time in her cold, mechanical life. Your response? I obey. I had only to follow, leading the way forward. Chapter 185: Shadow Weapon, Moonyoung (月影) (1) Chapter 185: Shadow Weapon, Moonyoung (Ӱ) (1) Chapter 185. Shadow Weapon, Moonyoung () (1) [Loyalty has increased by +20.] [The resident of Murim, Moonyoung (), begins to trust you slightly.] As expected. The deeper the wounds of the past, the simpler the method to heal them must be. Whats most important is giving them certainty that theyll never be discarded. Right now, my words may have only broken a part of that solid wall, but if I continue to demonstrate trust, he too will open the doors to his guarded heart. Once that happens, he can be rewritten, not as a weapon for the Heukpung Association, but solely for my own use. Beyond shattering his defenses, the benefits of showing this change in demeanor were not limited to this one matter. Even Melena and the Spirit Water users appeared to be touched by this unexpected behavior, wearing interesting expressions. Is our master actually kind? Could it be his true feelings are warm? I heard Tsundere is trendy among humans these dayscould that be it? What does that mean? Its a term for a cold-hearted butcher who treats his people well. The Spirit Water users chattered away. Wow, you sure know how to say nice things. Melena let out a small exmation of admiration. The significance of a single action, a single word, is evidently important. Even a once-unfavorable image could change 180 degrees in an instant. However, there was no time to revel in the apuse. Finally, youve arrived, you damned human. A low voice filled the air. Beyond a wall surrounded by monsters, a throne made of human bones came into view. Atop it, with a sardonic smile, was none other than the brain bird, Atasha. The creature, with the upper body of a woman and the lower body of a bird, spread her gleaming white wings. Kwakwakwakwakwakwa! The gale carried by magic power was extraordinary. Indeed, a boss is still a boss. Though not as powerful as the Invincible skill-wielding Rock Giant of the 10th stratum, the boss monster had an impressive aura. The other two arent visible. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. He was scanning all corners for magic power but could not sense the other bosses. Were they somewhere else? Or A trap? Thetter seemed more likely. If they had lured him all the way here, they must have a card up their sleeve. But they werent the only ones with a prepared card. Earlier, while at the Coin Exchange, he obtained materials to deal with an enchantment, preparing a hidden card for this very moment. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth curled upward. On the other hand, Atasha, seeing this, furrowed her brows. Whats there tough about when youve waltzed into the lions den? Has fear driven you insane? Jinhyuk had proven his strength in the battle against the ogres. However, said strength had limits, since he was only up against a few ogres. These monsters arrayed here were beyondparisonnine-stratum elites to be reckoned with. Sorry, itd be polite to show a serious face, but I just cant seem to manage it. Maybe because I just dont feel any tension. Kuh! Is there no kin here brave enough to im the head of that impudent human? At Atashas cry, a monstrous bellow echoed amidst the monsters. I, Kangora of the ck Rock Tribe, will go! An orc cloaked in the fur of a wild beast pushed through the monster crowd, stepping forward. Brandishing a freshly sharpened ive, this orc was easily twice the size of the average orc. Youre sending underlings instead ofing down yourself? It isnt necessary for me to deal with the likes of you. And do not underestimate Kangora. The ck Rock Tribe is the strongest among the orcs of the ninth stratum. The strongest among the orcs Thump! Thump! Thump! Dust rose from the ground. The charging orc warrior closed the distance in the blink of an eye. The ive, aimed precisely at Jinhyuks throat, flew towards him. Fast and urate. And in the midst of this, a feint altering the course of the de twice over. It was a level of swordsmanship unthinkable from an orc. But. Kwak! The ive that seemed to charge unabated abruptly halted in mid-air. ck nails began gnawing at the surface of the ive. So. I told you. No matter how many of youe, its useless. Come down here yourself. Kraduduk! The ive was crushed, and the orcs hand holding it broke to pieces. Kraaaagh! The orc howled in pain. Almost instantly, in the blink of an eye. Jinhyuks other hand blew the orcs head clean off. Pussh! Pusshush! Blood sprayed first. Then, decapitated, the orcs body lost bnce and fell. Kangora has been taken down with a single strike? The greatest warrior of the ck Rock Tribe didnt even exchange a blow before dying? Against a mere human. Among the more intelligent monsters, significant unrest began to stir. The less intelligent ones instinctively sensed the threat and bared their fangs. Eudeuk! Atasha too grated her teeth. Her white wings quivered, a sign of her rage. None again! As if not convinced to let it go, she demanded another challenger. This time, not one but five monsters stepped forward. They were Lizardmen armed with spears and shields. Hesitantly. The Heukpung Association members reached for their swords. There was no need to stick to a one-on-one battle if the opponents came in numbers. Filthy vermin! Theyre pushing their numbers. Draw your swords, everyone! But then. Moonyoung held back the Heukpung Association members about to step forward. Why do you stop us? Hasnt our lordmanded us? To have faith and follow. He has yet to give us orders to step forward. If he was confident enough to handle it alone, then they only needed to wait for amand to be issued. Five Lizardmen had formed a circle around Jinhyuk. If I keep going like this, itll never end. Addressing them one by one would make a days fighting insufficient. It was necessary to show them first-hand that such half-hearted measures were futile. Jinhyuk slowly started drawing upon his magic. Heukcheonmaohgong blossomed, and his entire body began to stir with a ck ethereal mist. One thing was certain about those affiliated with the Dark Demonic Religion: overwhelmi Chapter 186: Shadow Assassination, Yueying (2) Chapter 186: Shadow Assassination, Yueying (2) Chapter 186. Shadow Assassination, Yueying (2) American Awakened Association. In a room with marble tables and antique chairs, a man and a woman sat facing each other. A handsome 180cm tall man with blond hair, Hegis, who was in charge of the emergency support team. Simrly, a woman with blond hair that fell to her waist, named Ashley. Team Leader! Ashley raised her voice. The table shook, but Hegis remained unppable. As I said. There is no support. Why on earth not? Right now, yers from the Lockheed Guild are trapped inside the maze. You know this, Team Leader! Of course, Im aware. However, Ms. Ashley, you must also understand that with the guilds avable at present, we cant handle monsters of that difficulty level. Theres too little information. Naturally, the risks will also increase. Then we could simply use Freedmans ability to gather evidence and, based on that, request support from other countries! Thats exactly why there is no support. Hegis tilted the bottle of whiskey on the table. The yellow liquid poured over the ice. Thats why? If this information is leaked, other countries would definitely be on guard. In fact, guilds in Europe and India are preparing to invade the maze, and we might deter them from entering the maze altogether, right? You cant be serious Ashley could grasp the implications of Hegiss words even without him continuing further. In the realm of rivals, maintaining a bnce of power is crucial. If one side copses, it could no longer be considered a rivalry. Are you saying youre deliberately letting other countries raid teams go in? To kill them all? Its the only way to offset the damage weve suffered. Thats criminal. No, even setting aside legal issues, how could a human Lets call it rational. We must make these sacrifices to remain a powerful nation. Hegis sipped his whiskey. Contempt and rage sculpted Ashleys face. Im going to report this directly to the President of the Association. If its him The Associations President, full of justice, would surely offer support. But hes not here at the moment. Plus, the evidence will disappear along with Freedman. I would hate for you to suffer the same fate as him simply for being indiscreet. Are you threatening me? Im warning you. . Ashley bit her lip. She almost felt nauseous from the repulsion she felt towards her counterpart. Ill be leaving now. Do so. And dont forget what I said. Ashley kicked the door and left the office. She wanted to do something, but as Hegis said, if Freedman doesnte out of there alive, her efforts would be in vain. There would be no evidence left. I should have disobeyed and shared my view with the world anyway. Of course, it was a pointless hypothesis at this point. Freedman, presumably dead or depleted of mana by now, would have no need to use the shared vision skill again. But at that moment. Vroom! [A request for Shared Vision from Freedman has been received.] Once thought dead, Freedman was contacting her again. Its impossible. How could he still be alive in that situation? An overwhelmingly disadvantageous power difference. She had thought there was no hope but how did he? The moment Ashley saw something in the footage, her pupils dted in shock. No doubt about it. That unforgettable mask and overwhelming abilities. The only person capable of this was him. Her hesitation was brief. [Live broadcast is starting.] The footage was broadcast all over the world. Like hungry hyenas looking for new thrills and fodder, themunity members were captivated by a fresh and new video. This one feeds their craving. A live broadcast captured everyones attention. Specifically, footage of a maze being transmitted due to a yers skill. -Great Pork Belly: A live broadcast from the 8th floor? Is this for real? -one Grandma Bossam: Wasnt it impossible to broadcast from there? I heard there are a lot of areas you cant broadcast from because of some barrier or something. -Mochi Hamtaro: Yeah. Thats why they only turn on the video at the entrance and cut it once inside. New Pioneer: Its a yer skill. Seems like it has a unique effect that managed to prate it. Cat Tower Yumi: Freedman? First time hearing about this yer? Speed Wagon: A member of the Lockheed Guild, a medium- torge-sized guild in America. A closebat ranker with expedition experience in 3 dungeons and 1byrinth. This has been Speed Wagon. Howling Castles Epic Move: Wait. Isnt that Unknown? When someone mentioned this, viewers focus intensified. Unknown. While not much was known, it was academically epted that they were among the worlds top rankers. The arrival of a rare rising star immediately heated up the discussion board. In no time, the live broadcast saw viewers skyrocket from the hundreds to thousands, and within 10 minutes, they broke into five figures. When the figures easily surpassed six digits in a few minutes, media outlets began to take notice too. LovePack: Wow, its real. The real Unknown! Howling Castles Epic Move: Seems like it. Can you see how the monsters explode whenever they move? one Grandma Bossam: This is insane. Is that even humanly possible? Its monstrous! Returned Kim Godgod: Id sooner believe this was CG, lol. I can only be amazed, for real. New Pioneer: The only yer that could match up to Kang Jinhyuk. Thendscape ruptured, and admiration filled everyones mouths. It was inevitable. The martial arts disyed shattered the foundations of their known world. Moreover. They knew this was only the beginning, not the end, so their anticipation for the oue kept rising at an exponential pace. The ground waspletely torn asunder. Mounds of dirt and carcasses evoked the sheer strength of the recent attack. You dare! Atasha voiced out her rage. She survived thanks to shielding herself with her wings, but they lost their splendor, stained with dust and blood. For Atasha, who was once so proud, this was an assault to her pride. Her face was flushed with barely controlled fury. Thats what I told you. Dont send underlings,e out yourself. Had shee out sooner, she could have reduced the casualties. Instead, all this blood was shed for nothing. Well, thanks to this, I got my fair share of experience points. Thanks to wiping out those monsters, his level had risen by one. Only gaining one level despite the number of opponents hinted at the significant experience needed. Jinhyuk shook his head leisurely while witnessing the sight, sparks of regret in Atashas eyes as she lost her cool. Damn it. Enough games! Atasha spread her wings wide. At the tips, yellow lightning began to shimmer. [Atasha activates Lv13 Lightning Strike!] Clouds gathered ominously above the maze. Dark, threatening clouds. It must be the thunderbird type. Jinhyuk looked up. Even as a well-seasoned warrior, he knew that taking a lightning strike head-on would leave him charred on the inside and out. But dodging lightning was nonsensical. Ill turn you all into ashes! Atasha pointed her finger downwards. Dozens of lightning bolts fell at the same time. Booom! The strikes were aimed directly at Jinhyuk and the ck Wind Guilds members. Or so they seemed, until they were intercepted by walls of earth and water. [Undine & Gnome activate Elemental Shield!] The shield created by the innate abilities of Undine and Gnome wrapped perfectly around Jinhyuk. Hmm. Its quite useful. As expected of mid-level elementals, theymanded their elements with excellence. Hed almost forgotten about their capabilities because they were often used for mundane tasks, but These creatures once guarded the 25th floorbyrinth and had the strength to fight against a floor boss like the thunderbird themselves. Why are elemental spirits siding with mere humans! This is truly infuriating! We dont have much choice either. Yeah. Weve been through a lot together. Undine and Gnome sighed softly. Youll regret choosing the wrong side. Were already full of regret. Just a little Actually, quite a lot. Since they were already in remorse, further dialogue was meaningless. All that remained was to annihte each other with full force. All of you, swept away! Following Atashasmand, the waiting monsters charged. Thud! Thud! Thud! Kraaagh! Hoaaah! Hundreds of orcs and interspersed ogres roared in unison. Flying beasts and burrowing arthropods also joined the fray. While each individual might be weak, the synergy they generated as a collected force was not to be ignored. Yueying! Jinhyuk yelled out. Your orders! As if waiting for themand, Yueying and the ck Wind Guild sprang into action. Tap! Leaping lightly, the shadows vanished. Inhabitants of Murim, armed with swords and daggers, dived straight into the monsters. With that, the two factions shed directly. sh! The signal of battle was Yueyings sword. His sword, fully exerting de energy, sliced off the heads of three charging orcs in one swing. Immediately, a whirlwind of shes followed. Swoosh! A formidable force capable of slicing through anything it touchedSword Energy. Against such sword energy, the orcs armor may as well have been nonexistent. Of course. Bang! If the opponent possessed equal strength, the tale would differ. Ugh! Master! Melena and Yueying let out urgent cries. Jinhyuk also sensed the disturbance. Whats this? Swift and sharp. At an utterly unexpected moment, a new variable entered the fray. Chapter 187: The String That Carries Conviction (1) Chapter 187: The String That Carries Conviction (1) Thud! Thud! Thud! Thud! Amidst the urgent footsteps. Two boss monsters that had remained unseen until now emerged from the sides. A medium-sized monster roughly 3 meters in size, covered in red scalesthe Lizard King leading the lizardmen. And beside it, a ck-maned, three-eyed wolf named ck Fang appeared. Both were beast-type demonic creatures, with the Lizard King specialized in close-range attacks backed by its massive size, while ck Fang prized speed and excelled in group battles. Each boasted its own strengths, making them no easy targets. Were the other bosses waiting for this moment to reveal themselves? In a tense battle, even small variables can have significant impacts. And if the variable was as big as this, it couldpletely flip the situation. My lord! Yeol-yeong hurriedly approached Jin-hyeok. Clearly, he sensed the danger too. The two boss monsters were each leading about thirty of their kin, and though their numbers were small, the individual strength of each was extraordinary. All of them named creatures. Elite among elites, all enhanced by the Crimson Oaths Mark. Jin-hyeok bit his lip slightly as he observed the weapons in the hands of Lizard King and ck Fang. He recognized the two holy relics. The Bone of the Burned Giant. The Branch Drenched in Chaste Blood. He understood why they had been biding their time. They were waiting for these holy relics to bepleted. [If you strike the same spot with the Bone of the Burned Giant 10 times, it can destroy the targets weapon.] [The wounds inflicted by the Branch Drenched in Chaste Blood do not heal and cause permanent damage to the body (including scars, numbness, decreased function, etc.).] [However, each of the holy relics can only be used once.] One-time-use relics, but with particrly tricky abilities. Considering each individual already possessed excellentbat skills, the difficulty level would multiply several times with these troublesome relics in y. It was them who were dragging out time. Indeed These creatures were different than the ones that move on instinct. Jin-hyeoks eyes narrowed. He could already see the monsters swiftly approaching. They wereing. And quite fast at that. Both species leaped simultaneously towards Jin-hyeok. Protect our lord! Yeol-yeong spread out a wide defensive formation centered around Jin-hyeok, leading the Heukpung-hoe members. About thirty Heukpung-hoe members moved in perfect coordination. ng! ng! des shed chaotically. Speed so rapid it was difficult to follow with the eye. All that could be seen were the thousands of sparkles blooming in the air. But even if one tried their best to maintain the formations, it was impossible to ovee the disadvantage inbat power. That was to be expected. After all, they were already depleted from battle, now facing new enemies in peak condition. And then [ck Fang activates Lv14 Hunters Night!] Like a wolf pouncing on its prey. The steps were so light, they gave no warning. With a whoosh! The movement, so swift it seemed to skim across the ground, was impossible to imagine from a beast nearly 3 meters in size. Too fast to even think of a response. Spurt! Spurt! Spurt! Blood sprayed, and a member of Heukpung-hoe, wounded at the neck, fell to his knees. Kugh! Even amidst all this, his survival was thanks to the extreme training he had undergone. Of course, that did not imply they could ovee the monster without even managing a response. At least within the ranks of Heukpung-hoe, there was no one capable of tackling the bosses alone. Only one exception. I will handle this one. Excluding Yeol-yeong, who was leading them. Fzzzt! Fzzzt! Fzzzt! A dazzling light sparked from the tip of his sword. The ultimate move, acimed as the most superior of all close-range attacks, the Sword Aura, celebrated for its extreme cutting power. Kekang! Kaaang! Yeol-yeong instantly sliced through two ck-maned wolves. Their thick skin and fur were of no help at this moment. The air, filled with a bloody mist, turned red. Come. The de tip pointed to ck Fang. It was like signaling that he was the only opponent. How dare you harm my children! ck Fang roared wildly in anger. Using a sudden movement to vanish, ck Fang instantly appeared behind Yeol-yeong. The very skill that had severed the throats of many rivals, ruling the ninthyer. But then Thwack! No sound of flesh being pierced and bones being crushed could be heard. Only the sound of clenching teeth echoed unusually loud. The attack failed. Where it should have bitten through the neck in one strike. You! ck Fangs eyes bulged with surprise. Despite perfect timing, it couldnt believe that not a single wound was inflicted. Right at that moment. A chilling voice emerged from beneath ck Fangs jaw. Confident in your speed, arent you? Youre not the only one. [Yeol-yeong manifests his unique ability Shadow Extreme Kill ().] A technique utilizing shadows for movement. If ck Fangs swift movement was about connecting lines. Yeol-yeongs Shadow Extreme Kill ability was about leaping from point to point. Thump! With the spurting of blood, a cut appeared on ck Fangs face. And with that. Yeol-yeongs figure once again dissolved into the shadows. At the same time, ck Fang also sprang into action. sh! Boom! ck shadows moved chaotically, baring their teeth, each trying to pierce the others heart. * * * ck Fangs side Yeol-yeong seems to be at an even match. The problem was Relying solely on Jung-ryungsu and the sweet potato made it difficult to cope with Atasha and the Lizard King. Jin-hyeoks hand twitched. If he intervened now, he would provide them with the timing to use the two holy relics. And thats precisely what they were waiting for. I mustnt act rashly and fall into their trap. Even knowing their n, he had no intention of dancing to their tune. Nor did he n to fall here. [Dimensional Inventory activated.] Jin-hyeok took out the items purchased from the coin exchange. Token of Conviction. Bay Laurel Leaves of December. Three Red Gems of Antma. He had spent all his coins to acquire these, but he didnt regret it. From now on, these items would prove their worth. [Combining 3 items.] [Time remaining forpletion: 00h:02m:59s] Three minutes required. Then Melena! Jin-hyeok called out to Melena, who was frantically whipping around beside him. Pant. Pant. Pant Seemingly exhausted from fighting for survival, Melena responded withbored breathing. Her face had turned pale, suggesting she had used even the oxygen in her blood to its limit. I know its tough, but hang in there for three more minutes. I need to y with that chicken over there, so youll have to contend with the Lizard King during that time. Thats all the time I need until the item is ready. Yeol-yeong could only hold ck Fang to a draw. And leaving the Lizard King to Jung-ryungsu alone would tip thepatibility unfavorably. In other words, additional support from someone was needed. And there was only one person here who could take on that role. Three minutes Thats too long. Melena groaned in pain. It was demanding to hold out for three more minutes on the brink of copse. It was practically a request to risk her life. Naturally, Jin-hyeok had anticipated such a reaction. He casually scratched his chin. You know, theres a Sword Saint among our employees who held out for about that long. Surely, the Mine Association, which is filled with veterans from the underworld, wouldnt be inferior to that, right? Oh,e on. No matter how you cut it, itsughable to think that the real tough guys, who have evaded the ck market, the CIA, and Interpol, would fall short before a mere med student dubbed as a tough cookie. His brightest smile was extra. Melenas face twisted horribly. As if she had been hit in her most sensitive spot. It was funny to say that a mafia is weaker than an average person. Ill show you why Im called the ck Cobra of divostok. In the end, Melena clenched her whip, gathering all her remaining magical energy. Fwoosh! mes danced on the whip, and the moisture around Melena rapidly dried up. A ck cobra in a frigid pr region It was puzzling to think who came up with such a codename, but Jin-hyeok spared the critique. Supporting an employee full of passion was also the bosss role, after all. If she delivers results, he was fully prepared to recognize her, regardless of whether she was a rainbow cobra. Thats the way it goes. Then, Ill trust you with this. Lets go. Sweet potato! The sweet potato spread its wings energetically. [Sweet potato activates Lv2 Flight!] Even the sweet potato, which could barely toddle, now had enough space for a person to climb aboard when its wings were fully outstretched. A dragon knight may be a stretch, but this should suffice for aerial ground attacks. Jin-hyeok adjusted his mask and climbed on the sweet potatos back, firmly grasping the base of its wings to stabilize himself. Suddenly, his body bounced up and down as if on a trampoline. Whoosh! The sweet potato took off into the air. Incredible Jin-hyeok swallowed dryly. Despite having ridden many mounts, such smooth and elegant flight was a first. And its not even an adult yet. The feeling of looking down on everything from above could not bepared to anything else. Exactly. This is why he chose a flying ancient species. Approach as close as possible above Nuejos head. Sweet potato! The sweet potato blinked its amber eyes, as if to reassure him not to worry. As they dove into enemy territory, opponents awaited them as if on cue. Keeeee! Shaaaak! They were mid-sized winged creatures possessing twice the bulk of the sweet potato. Their sharp teeth and long beaks reminded him of dinosaurs from the Cretaceous period. Just five of them Only five. Jin-hyeok smirked in disbelief. They still havent grasped the situation, have they? Jin-hyeok poured magical power into The Fang retrieved from the Dimensional Inventory. Instead of an arrow, a beam of red light filled the bowstring. Whoom! Whoom! Whoom! Magic powerpressed to the extreme. A dazzling aura oveid the twisted, pretzel-like red arrow. This should suffice to resemble the sweet potatos breath. No need to mind the gazes from Freedmen or Yeol-yeong sharing the view below. He could unleash his most potent long-range skill without restraint. Lets see how you handle this. They called it Nuejo, but hed turn them into fried chicken. Almost simultaneously Kaboom! Kaboom! Kaboom! The coiled magic power was released all at once. Chapter 188: The String That Connects Conviction (2) Chapter 188: The String That Connects Conviction (2) [Daylight & Crimson Magic Bullet () are activated!] The first to blink was a red line. A thin but straight extended scarlet line. The mana that cut through the Iksoo soon reached Atasha. ? Feeling the anomaly, Atasha raised her head. And at that very moment. A massive sh connected the two. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! The bodies of the Iksoo simply evaporated. As if that wasnt enough, the ce where Atasha was standing waspletely blown away. The ground transformed as if a bomb had dropped, forming a crater in the middle of the battlefield. Chiiiiik! The heat rising and the acrid smoke mixed together. Jinhyuk silently observed the scene from the sky. Ive taken care of Uhm, I shouldnt use that phrase, huh. Mosquito! Mosquito! Im watching too. These bosses are disgustingly tough. It was a blow that instantly killed hundreds of orcs and goblins, yet Atasha had survived despite taking the attack head-on. Of course, her singed feathers and bloodshot eyes suggested she was quite heated. Right on the verge of bing a Pride, it was natural that her thread of rationality was about to snap. I I! Ill hang you on a branch and then tear you apart alive! Angered, Atasha gathered dozens of lightning bolts around her wings. The sparks shining enough to hurt ones eyes carried an immense amount of mana that couldnt be ignored. [Atasha activates Lv15 Lightning Strike!] Of course, not even one should make contact. If you really dont want to be roasted sweet potatoes, you better dodge well. Got it? Jinhyuk whispered softly into the ear of the sweet potato. At the same time, a thunderstorm began pouring down from the ceiling. Kwang! Kwaaaang! Mo, mosquito! Sweet Potato zigzagged through the falling lightning. Hwaruruk! By maintaining an erratic trajectory, Atashas thunderstorm repeatedly scorched only the innocent ground. Nevertheless, Atasha didnt grow impatient despite her continuous misfiring. I just need to drag out the time. A bitter smile formed on Atashas lips. When she first saw the power of Jinhyuk and the rest of his followers, she was quite taken aback. yers, mere humans granted a tiny amount of mana. No matter how they fought, they were but minnows iparable to their own kind, who stood at the apex of a stratum. However, thatmon sense had beenpletely shattered. By a single human. It really took a lot of work toe up with a good countermeasure. Not to mention preparing holy relics, but also keeping the other bosses hidden as a surprise to strike the enemys weak point. The effort of convincing the proud Lizardman chieftain and ck Fang was sweat-inducing, a hurdle that was indeed not easy to ovee. Nheless. All that hardship was over. The human eel-like creature hadnt been dealt with yet, but merely binding his movements was already overwhelmingly advantageous for her. The forces brought from the 9th stratum overflowed. And the traps of the 8th stratumpletely blocked any additional support from the yers, right? Moreover, the humans and elementals here were noticeably draining their mana The oue of this battle was nearly decided. When I deal with that human, He will surely be pleased. Thinking about the praise she would receive, Atashas lips kept twitching. Subsequently, the barrier erected by the ck Wind Association started to peel away, soon copsing. It really wasnt far off now. Only one step remained. But at that moment. The color drained from Atashas face. Thump! Thump! Thump! Her heart began an erratic throb. A cold sweat followed down her entire body. Her gaze moved towards the red-haired woman. To be precise, the blue gem the woman was guarding. This mana response? An alien sense of difort was felt. Without a doubt. At that moment. [3 minutes have entirely passed.] [The special item The String That Connects Conviction isplete.] [The String That Connects Conviction] Obtainable difficulty: A Activation requirements: Both conditions must be met Only when the connection is established by the call of the one who used the String That Connects Conviction and the response of the one on the other side. However, this item can only be used on targets that are not of the same species. [The Mirror That Breaks Boundaries is activated.] The items prepared by the Coin Exchange reacted to The Mirror That Breaks Boundaries. An indescribable light burst forth, and a lull urred in the intense battle. The lightning-spewing Atasha. The monstrously strong Lizard King. ck Fang, who enjoyed hunting at high speeds, all seemed to freeze on the spot. [The stairs are connected.] A green gate, about 10m in size, opened. Since this side had called, all that was left was to wait for the response from the other. Called for reinforcements? Youve brought a whole lot with you, so isnt it only fair that I bring some too? Dont joke! What kind of fool woulde to your aid! Atasha swelled her throat in anger. She knew about this item as well. The String That Connects Conviction is a special item that can summon forces from another stratum. However, only they could properly utilize the item due to the huge constraint that it could only call for support from a different species. That goes without saying. Who would shed blood for humans? Especially toe to such a ce of death. Surely, there would not be any responding from beyond that gate. The individualistic elementals are out of the question, and the young ancient race is even less worth mentioning. Therefore, this item could not create any meaningful variable. Nheless, Jinhyuk was certain. If it was him, he would undoubtedly respond to this call. Thud. The footsteps resonating were at that very moment. Breaking the grave silence. Emerging from the rippling surface were The warriors of the Frost de Tribe and Their great hero, evaluated as the greatest leader in the history of the troll race, Karacal. As expected youvee. Jinhyuk nodded briefly to Karacal. Human. Karacal also bowed to Jinhyuk in return. The fate of his tribe saved by Jinhyuk and rescued at Lake Sweetwater. In order to repay that favor, Karacal responded to Jinhyuks call. [The String That Connects Conviction is activated.] [Warriors of the 7th stratum manifest.] A red g symbolizing Frost de fluttered. Ooooooh! Kraaah! A tremendous number of troops began to emerge from the gate. They were all elites armored in heavy te. Km. Goto-ul, prepare to charge. From now on, wepletely annihte the enemy. Understood, chieftain. Do it at once. Puuuuuu! The sound of the ring horn was like thunder. Lancers on white stags took the lead, followed by spear-armed troops in heavy armor. Thus. The blue wave disrupted the bnce of the battlefield. Caught by surprise, Atasha couldnt help but be flustered. Block them! The formation cant fall! Atasha shouted until her throat burst. Near-screaming in despair. But no matter how loudly she cried, it was toote. The forces were concentrated at the front to deal with Jinhyuk, the ck Wind Association, and the elementals, leaving the nks nearly unguarded. That mistake led to a fatal oue. Pffffffff! Kwaang! The trolls vanguard in a wedge formation ripped through the orc and goblin ranks. Kyeeek! Kooek! Arms and legs flew off. Bodies turned to mush were flung away. When heavily armored trolls struck their nks, of course, the damage had to be outstanding. However, before they could evenprehend the shock, the second assault followed. With the sound of cutting through the wind, the warriors of the Frost de tribe threw their spears. Pfffpffff! Pff-up! They targeted the ogres. A surprise strike at the seams of armor. Kek Gack! Cough! The sturdier ogres crumbled, and the rest quickly began to disintegrate. The Lizard King tried to regroup the lines but rebuilding a broken front was near impossible. Especially with Karacal himself leading the regiment. Kwaaaaang! Even that massive Lizard King staggered backward, unable to withstand Karacals spear. You why have the trolls joined hands with humans! The human called us. To fight, we need no reason beyond that. Karacal implied no need for further dialogue. Besides, ck Fang was still ying tag with Wal-young, unable to join the battle. In the midst of apletely overturned situation. This, this cant be this is absurd Atasha fell into despair. Ive grown kind of fond of it too. Fighting not one-on-one but calling lots of friends. Jinhyuks grin was a sharp contrast. The time hade to wrap things up. With the board set like this, it was time to maximize the kill count through a driven hunt. And. For everyone to have afortable hunt, a few cumbersome bosses needed to be taken care of directly. You can rest now. Jinhyuk ced his mrs into the subspace inventory and softly patted Sweet Potatos back. He then leaped towards the ground. Thud! Jinhyuk lightlynded and once again manifested Covering the Moon with Fingernails. his hands covered with dark red ws, a dreadful energy began to emerge. Was it a provocative sight? Atasha clenched her fists as if to crush them. Think you can you really match me in one-on-onebat, you who dare to control the lightning? The static is pretty fierce, but Ive never thought Im going to lose. Dont spout such nonsense. How dare you, you know nothing about my abilities! Many monsters thrived in the 9th stratum. She was one of the bosses who had conquered them. She was not a being that some worm that crawled out from the Tower could speak to so carelessly. But. There was something Atasha did not know. That the man standing before her was an entity entirely different from one who merely ruled the 9th stratum. You should not shout from this distance with an ability specialized in long-range. No matter how powerful a cannon is, it is useless against an infantryman who hase upon it. Its not just about power; there are strategic match-ups to consider. Pop! Manifesting Devil Kings Evil Gaze, Jinhyuk reached Atasha in an instant. Kuk! Immediately, Atasha expelled lightning. But Jinhyuk was not one to be caught by such a straightforward trajectory. The speed is pretty fast. Lightning is known for its speed, but discussing its velocity is meaningless. The problem is that the concentration point of your lightning matches the direction of attack. As long as you can foresee where the attack wille, dodging bes a trivial matter. At least for me. Thump Jinhyuks fist, which had slipped into Atashas abdomen, touched her stomach. ck Heaven Devil Emperors Technique No, stop! Feeling a foreboding energy, Atasha screamed sharply. The heavy and thick murderous aura from her stomach seemed to predict what was going to happen next. And then A dark aura began revolving counterclockwise. Ink Wheel Spear Break Its done. Chapter 189: How a Veteran Makes a Second Class Change (1) Chapter 189: How a Veteran Makes a Second ss Change (1) When the mastery of the Palm Technique reaches its peak, it manifests in the form of Spear Break. A silent sword extends from the palm of the hand. Atasha, with a hole blown through her abdomen by the wind, still couldnt believe what had happened, alternating her gaze between her wound and Jinhyuk with a look of disbelief. She had never imagined that such an absurdly powerful close-range skill existed and missed the timing to don her ultimate armor, Thunder Shell. Yet, she felt no sense of injustice. Even if she had poured everything she had she still wouldnt have been able to surpass this monster. Impletely outssed by you. Blood welled up from within her, threatening to choke her. She knew better than anyone that her situation was beyond hope. Moreover, the turn of the battle that had been overturned due to the shortage of the Karakal and Frost de ns was headed towards an uncontroble disaster. With the Lizard King beheaded at the hands of Karakal and ck Fang fleeing with his tail between his legs due to thebined attack of the ckwind Association and the Moonshadow, there was no longer any means to turn the situation around. However, despite this Atasha smiled. A cold, chilling smile. I still confirmed one thing. With a facepletely drained of blood, she took herst breath. What are you talking about? Your level is nowhere near His Excellencys toes. With those final words Atashas body copsed. Simultaneously The air suddenly became chilly. [Your level has increased.] [Your level has increased.] [Your level] Notifications of level-ups appeared one after another, but there was no time to care about such things. An ominous killing intent took hold of the interior. It was a suffocating, foreboding atmosphere. Can it be? Jinhyuk lifted his head. In the empty sky where there was nothing just a moment ago, a new shadow appeared. An entity, never before seen, was warping space in ck as it observed from abovethe man, with ck hair and heterochromic eyes, exuded an overwhelming presence merely by revealing himself. Zap! Zap! Zap! The stinging magic pierced the skin, all too familiar and irritating. This feeling this sensation. He knew it. How could he not recognize one of the highest entities in the tower, the Demonic Race? With an air of arrogance, the demonic entity alternated its gaze between the body of the deceased Atasha and the invaders. Tremble, tremble! Not only the Ice Trolls from the Frost de n but even the members of the ckwind Association, known to carry out their orders in any situation, dared not make eye contact with the entity. This impossible presence Lord! Only Karakal and Moonshadow managed to resist. Even sweet potatoes and elementals were forced to reverse-summon back into the subspace inventory, unable to withstand the pressure. It was overwhelming. It wasnt for nothing that they were considered close to the deities. But Jinhyuk frowned, and it wasnt just because the creature had appeared here. Are they nning to break the contract? Before this event, before entering thebyrinth, Jinhyuk had struck a deal with Rick. [yer Kang Jinhyuk agrees to pass on the information his superiors desire to middle manager Rick Hennessy. In return, Rick Hennessy must handle the 10-minute dy and editing of yer Freedmans live broadcast, erasing all connections between Kang Jinhyuk and the Unknown. All connections as mentioned here include manipting the memories of all yers present, including Freedman.] [Furthermore, top-tier powers are prohibited from intervening in this floor.] The suspicious difort exuded by Melena from the Demon Association when she arrived. Instinctively, Jinhyuk realized that this difort was linked to the Demon Kings and their kind, since their surface mission was to revive them. Hence, he had made the contract to prevent such an event from happening in the first ce. However That contract had shattered like a broken ss. Because one of the demons had manifested right here before him. Jinhyuk clenched his jaw. Damn it. It was not a pleasant experience to find a hole in something he thought was perfectly preparedespecially if the survival rate was now nearly zero. Thud! The demon descended to the ground from the sky. Hmm Different-colored eyes turned toward Karakal. Itsted barely a second. No, not that one Then, the gaze shifted to Moonshadow. Its not this guy either. And finally His gaze firmly stopped on Jinhyuk. Eyes that seemed to see through everything looked straight at him. It was you. Youre the one who massacred all of our people. The voice wasnting from the front. It was from the back. Specifically, it was a voice whispering over his nape. ! Reacting half a beatte, Jinhyuk widened the gap significantly. Even though he quickly assumed his stance again, the opponent had already disappeared like smoke from his sight. Thump! A ck bullet aimed at his leg flew toward him. Jinhyuk dodged the bullet, which was as big as his thumbnail, by a hairs breadth. He extended his fist immediately, but once again, there was no sensation in his hands. Fast. To be honest, he hadnt expected he would miss any trace of the enemy. In the past, his level and stats were so high that he could detect the presence of even deities. But now that everything had been reset to the reality of the tower, his past achievements were gone. Even though he was growing faster and more perfectly than before, he was still far from being ready for a direct confrontation with the demonic entities. And because the situation was unfavorable Interesting. Jinhyuk felt an excitement that was almost unbearable. Indeed, this was why the Tower of Trial was so attractiveconstantly encountering powerful adversaries. Yes, only when its challenging like this, its not boring. Hoo? The demon raised his eyebrows as if he couldnt understand. It was obvious. He was from the demonic tribe, feared by all living creatures. Like the trolls and humans lying t on the ground and shivering with fear, it would be normal to be in despair. But why? Why couldnt he find such emotions in the human before him? Instead Hesughing. He was having fun. Enjoying this situation. And the fact that he was meeting him genuinely seemed to be a pleasure. You dont seem to be very tense. Sorry, but Ive dealt with nuisances far bigger than you. The mosquitoes that sucked blood were sent back to the first floor, so they were out of the picture now, but that was one of the supreme beings within the towers top ten. The Egyptian friends from the animal farm that he had met in the desert were at least several levels above the demon kind. And those beings on the 50th floor of the tower were in apletely different realm. I have survived against all of them. And hed surpassed them. If he were to fear a mere demon, even in a situation where he was at a significant disadvantage, that would be a contradiction. Hmm. Do you know who I am? Of course. Jinhyuk shrugged his shoulders. He had already gathered information on the opponent through Gluttonys Eye. [Only partial information can be essed due to the targets level being too high.] [Makedros Death Eater] Race: Demonic Race Rank: 26th Overall Rank: ?? Age: ?? Level: ?? Strength ??? Agility ??? Stamina ??? Magic Power ??? Unique Ability: The First Magic Skills: ??? Detailed Description: Makedros, a noble of the count rank in the demonic hierarchy, holds the 26th position. Equipped with high-level magic, if you leverage the current state of war resulting from thepetition amongst rankings, you might manage to manipte the situation to your favor.] It wasnt just the Eye of Gluttony; he had memorized nearly all the entities of the tower, but with the Eye, he could gain a wealth of additional information. Jinhyuks expression sharpened. War, huh This timing has been moved forward too. It was probably due to the towers attack timing and other variables. But it didnt matter. No matter what happens, theres a way to solve it. He quietly reorganized the iing information in his head. The existence and purpose of the Demon Association, Melenas significance, and the Demon King Rotting Heart he met on the 5th floor which offered him the second ss change ck Apostle. Hebined the cards and trump cards he held to create the ultimate trump card. There were countless possibilities, but it didnt take long for him to sort his thoughts. Jinhyuk slowly began to speak. I know why youvee here. But I have a more interesting offer. The audacity. To think I had even the slightest expectation of you for having some decent skill, but in the end, are you just trying to grovel for your life with an offer thatcks substance? Arent you making a hasty judgment without hearing me out? You might change your mind if you listen. No, there wont be any need for that. Whatever a thing like you can promise, it would only be a waste of my time. Interest seemingly waned. White fingers stretched once more towards Jinhyuks heart. Fzzzt! ck sparks erupted from the fingertips. The same dark magic as before, but this time, he was simultaneously casting more than ten magic spells, ensuring there would be no escape. However If you are on the losing end of the hierarchy struggle, then even paying attention to a worthless humans words might be the wise thing to do Jinhyuks words. You. Makedros fingers frozepletely. His face showed disbelief for the first time. How do you know about the affairs of the demon world? Tell me everything, now! No need to be concerned about information leakageit wonte from your side. Besides, thats not whats important right now, is it? You rotten thing Its not you who decides priorities! Quit with your nonsensical talk and just answer what I ask. Unless you want to experience being burnt alive! Anger resonated thunderously in his voice. Fwoosh! The small spheres rearranged in an instant. Pentagrams appeared behind Makedros, and each forming a magic circle, ominous ck mes erupted. Hellfireor something akin to it, a unique dark magic belonging to the demon kind. A 9th circle spell. Among the highest tier of fire magic capable of vaporizing even stone, theres nothing that can defend against it without a 10th circle shield or a holy relic. Even if Jinhyuk attempted to block with his sword qi, his body would be burnt to a crisp. No wonder hes rated just below the ten Demon Kings. He climbed up to the 26th without just coasting. But Jinhyuk still did not fear the terrible zing threat before his eyes. He remained calm and undisturbed. Makedros. With a voice steady and unfaltering. I know the exact location of all the relics capable of unsealing the Demon Kings. He mentioned what the opponent desired most. And then ! [Makedros has activated Lv?? Mental Projection ()!] Time in the world stood still. Chapter 190: How a Veteran Climber Does a Dual Class Change (2) Chapter 190: How a Veteran Climber Does a Dual ss Change (2) Time seemed to stand still, and space itself appeared cut off from cause and effect. The monochrome world of the vision. In that ce, Makedros, with hisughter entirely faded, gazed at Jinhyuk. Youre definitely not. an ordinary human. Thats what Ive been saying. Listen and decide. Jinhyuk shrugged his shoulders. Let me ask first. How do you know my name? Rotting Heart is the name of the Demon King I serve. This should answer all of your prospective questions at once. As the familiar nickname popped up, Makedross brow twitched. It couldnt be unknown. How could it be possible not to know one of the ten Demon Kings in the demon world? The offer made to me in the 5th stratum ising in handy now. He had been coerced, rather than invited, to be an apostle of that demon on the 5th floor. Back then, it was nothing but a nuisance that just irked him, but now it turned out to be quite handy. So you have a direct connection with the Demon King. Thats right. I am the ck Apostle who serves him. I came here originally to gather more information on the relic. Jinhyuk nodded slightly towards one of the stiff people. Melena, associated with the Mage Association. Makedros, being a demon himself, couldnt miss the unique magical energy emanating within her. Moreover, a special ss ck Apostle under the guardianship of a Demon King acts as the Demon Kings limbs, climbing the tower and essing various information about the demon world faster than anyone else. Indeed. Makedros nodded his head as though convincing himself. If the subject were a ck Apostle, then knowing his real name through Rotting Heart, as well as the location of the sacred relic that could unseal the sealed Demon King. All of these points made sense. However. Why would the apostle of Rotting Heart tell me the location of the sacred relic? Theres no benefit to your kind if you unseal the one I serve? The politicalndscape of the demon realm was quiteplex, and the Demon King Makedros served was not allied with the Rotting Heart. Of course, Jinhyuk was well aware of that fact too. Thats why Im telling you. Jinhyuk put on a calm expression, with a hint of a sly smile as a bonus. As you know, our sides Demon King has no interest in rankings orpetitions. So much so that even the Mages wouldnt work for our Demon King, right? A Demon King who would rather indulge in amusement with a yer made a ck Apostle out of a seemingly decent one. The Demon King Berial with the nickname Rotting Heart had such a disposition. All the pieces fitting together perfectly, Makedros finally cast aside his doubts. Such information could truly only be known by an insider, unless the other party was a ck Apostle. This is interesting. So you want to switch sides? It seems like the Demon King you serve is very active. I like a master with ambition. I will give you the location of the relic; in return, promise me a future. Promise you a future Are you asking to be our sides ck Apostle? Thats right. It wont be easy with the contract, but there is a way. Im listening. If you can get into the Distorted Rift then you can break the contract with the Demon King, so just give me the key to enter it. [Distorted Rift]. Yes, that was the key. Locked in a rift where the concept of space-time ispletely different, one would be trapped for at least a year. An apostle who has not received direct magical energy for more than three months will inevitably be forcibly disconnected from the Demon King. Ill use this fact to get a ticket into the rift. Jinhyuk barely calmed his trembling heart. A rift rich in magical energy in itself was an amazing opportunity. It was a ce to improve skill proficiency and also home to experience-rich monsters and extreme survival conditions that would serve as a foundation for growth. Go on, take the bait. Its not a bad deal, right? One side gets the long-awaited location of the relic. The other side gets the reward for sharing that information. To top it off, it also avoids the fighting and strife in this ceits killing three birds with one stone. Of course, for me, its three birds with one stone. . After a moment of thought, Makedros asked again. You want to enter the rift willingly? Its a ce even demons are reluctant to visit. To swim in deeper waters, one must endure hardship. Hahaha! Such an attitude pleases me. Granted, you were chosen for being so shameless and wicked. Makedros let out a bellyugh at Jinhyuks cheeky response; the frank and direct tone seemed to hit the spot. Thanks for thepliment. Ill take it youve epted. Jinhyuk grinned. But. No. Makedros shook his head. It was not a gesture of refusal but rather. An expression full of expectation and curiosity, wanting something else. Even if you know a lot, I cant ept it until I see your abilities directly. An opportunity to be the direct subordinate of a Demon King. Such an opportunity couldnt be given just on the basis of eloquence alone. Without a demonstration of matching valor, nothing could be promised. Ive been using my body for too long; cant we do this another time? Unfortunately, theres no next time. If you fail to impress, youll pay the price for ruining my ns. Failure, then, means death. Its a simr logic to the damnedpanies and their self-righteousness. Comical from the outside, but spine-chilling when faced with it. Can I ask you one thing before we start? Of course. First, how secure is this barrier-like thing you have up now? No one, including the administrators, can pry into here. Not a sliver of magic can leak out. So you dont need to worry about that part. Makedros shrugged. But why ask? Its nothing big. Just. I just dont fancy my abilities being caught by annoying folks. Normally considering the scrutiny of those Egyptians, I would not have nned to use this ability. But, given the situation, its different. It sounds as if youd be bowing down if it werent for such restrictions. He looks unconvinced. I mean, without any proof, it has to look that way. In that case. A little demonstration will suffice. To show how foolish he was for threatening and testing one with arrogance. Suddenly. Colors ovey the monochrome world. This is? Shock rushed through Makedross pupils. It was faint but clear. A sense of dissonance was felt within the juxtaposition of ck and white. This shouldnt be possible. A power capable of influencing a perfectly controlled barrier. You exactly. Makedross words trailed off unfinished. [Activating Unique Ability Sanctuary of the Sun.] [Activating Unique Ability Heavens Demon Imperial Technique.] Both abilities manifested. [ck Sanctuary is established.] Kukukukukuku! The realm of perception was transformed. ck Sanctuary. It refers to a sacred ce that remains untainted by any external factor. And. This ce, constituted of a ck sun and deserts Was more than capable of weighing down the enemy like the depths of the sea. Do you still need proof of my qualification? Jinhyuk asked. His question carried the weight of Mount Tai. Makedros maintained a rigid silence, his face hardened. Before the sanctuary was established, it felt like indulging in a human charade. After it was established, he was reevaluating his entire concept of Jinhyuk. Such a human being exists Just one step. One step further into this world and he might be swallowed by the ck sand, never to escape. This world was so beyond normalprehension that it incited such thoughts. If I went all out, I could probably kill him. But thats not a test. Its a life-and-death struggle. Besides, the mere thought of expending full effort against a human for a chance of victory was preposterous to Makedros. Your qualifications are sufficient. Actually, at this point, it would be proper for me to ask you to join us. Ive seen several ck Apostles, but among them, you are truly exceptional. His words were sincere. Such was his desire for the human before him. If such a powerhouse became their ck Apostle, they could collect the relics in one fell swoop, revive the Demon King, and. Once again. Yes, once again, attempt to reach the summit of the tower. Makedros dissipated the magical power he had amassed in an instant. Simultaneously, Jinhyuk also dismantled the ck Sanctuary. Foolish apostles who changed sses Damn. This is going to be troublesome. A brief concern crossed his mind, and Woowooong! The world, dyed ck, returned to its original state, and the halted time began to flow once again. With that The deal was concluded. Makedros stretched out his hand toward Jinhyuk. Suddenly, a ck key had appeared in his hand. Heres the key you wanted. [Key of the Rift] Difficulty of Acquisition: Inestimable Description: A key that allows you to enter the rift, possessed only by a very select few from the upper echelons of the tower. Not only is it extremely difficult toe by, but even if one obtains the key, locating where the rift is, is another challenge entirely. He finally had the key in his hands. All because he said the right words. Theres no feeling quite like everything clicking together perfectly, like cogs in a machine. I was slightly worried hed insist on fighting. If he had not been able to copy an ability almost divine, Makedros would have undoubtedlyunched his attack. By his standards, Jinhyuk had use, far surpassing any decent boss. With all affairs concluded, Jinhyuk looked around. Having left behind only the ck key, Makedros had vanished. All that was left was to tend to the exhausted yers from the Rockhead Guild and to leave this ce. Just then. Master, are you alright? That beast earlier Did a human really defeat that monstrous creature? Wooyeong and Karakal rushed over in a single leap. Considering the overwhelming presence of Makedros, it was impressive that neither had lost consciousness in the midst of it. Well, they are my chosen subordinates; they ought to be this skilled. Grinning, Jinhyuk lightly patted the shoulders of Wooyeong and Karakal. Ill tell youter. For now, take care of the yers first and head to the entrance of the maze. Then,e back without drawing attention. It was essential to step into the spotlight after leaving. He had been operating in a mask to boost the brand value of Unknown, after all. However There was still one matter immediate concern. Shortly after everyone had left, Jinhyuk murmured into the void. I know youre watching. Is there something you want to say to me? Suddenly. Pzzt! Sparks sizzled in the void, as if they had been waiting for the cue. Chapter 191: The Pawnshop of Ricknos Chapter 191: The Pawnshop of Ricknos Beyond the familiar gate emerged Thud. It was Rick Hennessy, one of the middle managers. Finally, youvee. Such a sly old serpent you seem to be. Heh heh. Oh my, oh my It seems you are quite angered. Rick burst into a boisterousugh. His rxed demeanor further irked Jinhyuk. His voice cooled down. You promised to block the manifestations of the higher forces, did you not? The demons manifestation and the live editing of Freedmans broadcast. These were the two conditions I requested. Of course, I remember the terms of our deal. However, they were so well-prepared on their end that a hole opened up in the barrier. Consequently, it eluded me as well. A hole in a barrier created by the grand middle manager Rick? You expect me to believe that? Sauron might as well be having Lasik surgery while sitting down. Despite having map-hack and seeing every corner of the tower, Im unsure where such a tant lie hase from with such an innocent face. As the atmosphere began to chill, Rick swiftly added another remark. Ahem! Ah! It wasnt intentional. In truth, we also had a difficult situation on our side. Sure, sure, I suppose there must be. Naturally, that something is a secret, correct? No, not at all. Since it was our mistake that things turned out this way, I must surely tell you. A few hours ago the Murim sideunched a preemptive strike on the Empire. It was only a vanguard, but a part of the 24th floor has beenpletely devastated. At Ricks words, Jinhyuks gaze narrowed. Oh my. Look at this. The Murim, whose forces had dwindled, initiated a sneak attack on the Empire? And theyve been hibernating until now? Whether its the orthodox or the unorthodox Theyre barely harmonious and even have to deal with the colossal headache known as the Demonic Cult. This turns things quite interesting. I couldnt figure out their motives, but it was obvious that it would have a massive impact on the towers power dynamic. I understand theres a situation. That doesnt mean you can breach the contract you have with me, Rick. Of course. In fact, as an apology, I nned to give you the right to purchase one of the items I have as a bonus What do you think about that? Is it eptable? To just give the right to purchase, rather than give something outright Indeed, thats so like Rick. Not only thepensation but even the choices I make and how I negotiate seem to be a point of observation for him. Jinhyuk, you already know that the items I possess are notmonly found in the tower. Right. Im well aware. Rick, the true owner of the Target Point, indeed possessed a trove of treasures that yers, no matter how desperate, couldnt obtain. This kind of opportunity is rare. Moreover, thanks to Makethros, Ive already achieved various benefits including the Key of Rift, so I could afford to give him a brief respite for his misdeeds. Just a brief one, of course. Fine. Lets do it. A wise decision. Then, what would you like? Weapons, armor, essories, holy relics, or all sorts of potions are avable as long as your bnce allows. Feel free to let me know. Well, I just spent all my coins. I wont be able to buy anything with coins, but instead, lets do a barter exchange. Hmm. Thats not a bad idea either, but I doubt you have anything that would interest me Rick gasped mid-sentence! Woooosh! As Jinhyuk activated his spatial inventory, Ricks eyes bulged as if about to pop out. No wonder. For the one toddling out of the void was none other than a sweet potato. Cmon, cmon here. Mogi! The sweet potato snuggled right into Jinhyuks embrace. With eyes tightly closed, enjoying the caressing hands, the spud was the very image of a dragon kitty. You, you intend to exchange an ancient species? Ricks voice trembled violently. Meanwhile. Mogi, mogi! Sensing something awry, the sweet potato iled about in Jinhyuks clutches. Be still, will you? I wouldnt swap you for all the gold in the world. Ah! Just to clear things up, Im not trading the sweet potato. Then, what How about a single scale from the sweet potato? A scale from an ancient species! Greed shed in Ricks eyes. And what do you seek in return? Apass that marks where rifts appear. Surely you have one in your possession, correct? Having obtained the key from Makethros, now all I needed was to locate where the rifts appear. Jinhyuk intended to resolve this through Rick. Their gazes locked. Now the real negotiation began. [Rick Hennessy has activated the skill Lv25 Deep Sigh.] Sigh Rick furrowed his brow, stroking his chin with his hand. That profoundly somber bass voice was always astonishing to hear. As delightful as an ancient species scale might be, its not an adult and since the True Name is unknown, its difficult to gauge its true value. Moreover, it requires special storage in a specific solution which isnt cheap to maintain. Of course, there might be interested buyers, but there might not be, right? I alone would have to bear all the risks This is not an easy task. His long exnation was close to nonsense but strangely convincing. Maintenance and inventory issues, and the low demand due to its rarityit all made sense from an economic perspective. [Rick Hennessy has activated the skill Lv22 Halving Blow.] So, I suggest ten scales and one weeks rental of the ancient species as conditions for the trade. Sigh This is my limit. Its tough to go further. The scales will regrow anyway, and the rental isnt exactly a heavy demand, is it? Although I stand to lose, Im willing to offer you this special deal because its you, Jinhyuk. Once again, there was a peculiar force in his argument. As ever, Rick had impecable timing in using his skills. Not for nothing did he earn the nickname Ricknos, the halver of everything. Hmm Jinhyuk, who had been listening silently, nodded. Not in agreement, though. He would have gone along if Rick had offered a fair deal, but since he decided to y hardball, it was time to y properly. I think it would be easier to speak with Mr. Hastings. It seems impossible to get through to you, Rick. Please, call your superior. Ex excuse me? What do you mean by that I was willing to overlook one major mistake, considering our rtionship. Instead, you try to hit me with a low blow, dont you? Youre forgetting, though, a managers contract breach is a serious crime. Moreover there must be more mishaps on the managers end, right? Grudges are not forgotten even when gratitude fades its the way of the veteran to remember distinctively. The shenanigans pulled by the lower manager, Kaman. Gulp. Rick swallowed hard, sensing the seriousness of the situation. Goodwill, taken for granted over time, can seem natural, but unfortunately, thats not the case. Personally, I rather liked you, Rick. Ju just a moment! Im sorry! My mistake My fault! Rick clutched Jinhyuks sleeve, his face turning pale with dread. He didnt even want to think about what might happen if Hastings were toe. How about it? Will you hand over thepass willingly? For one scale I will give it to you. Finally, Rick raised the white g. However. Jinhyuk did not ept that white g. There was also no need. Control had fully shifted into his hands now. Hmm. I really, truly wish I could give it to you, but I just realized how pitiful our sweet potato looks. Mogi, mogi. Thinking of being plucked of its live scales, the sweet potatos eyes glistened with moisture. It would be downright barbaric to do such a thing. Could anyone witness those trembling eyes andmit such a savage act? Perhaps Give it to me for free. A regr customer is valued, right? This is the time for mutual generosity. Well, when I think about how Rick previously fooled me left and right, this doesnt even qualify as a con. But, but even so, for free is a bit Since I cant, go ahead and try plucking it yourself. Jinhyuk lovingly stroked the sweet potatos head. Growl! Mogi! The sweet potato bared its sharp fangs. Even touching it with a fingertip could mean bing its chew toythats the resolve in its eyes. Even the middle manager would think twice. It wouldnt be so bold as toy hands on the scale of an ancient beast. Cough Predictably. Rick withdrew his hand. Please send thepass to my spatial inventory. It might take some time to find, so Ill give you three days. Under stood. Lets do that. Please keep this matter confidential from Mr. Hastings. Dont worry about that. Instead, ensure that the punishment for that damned lower manager is carried out appropriately. Personally, Id prefer never to see that face again. Sudden backstabbings were the least of what I wanted. Of course. Well make sure he never appears in the tower again, so dont worry about that. Ricks fury over losing a treasure was bound to fall squarely on Kamanthere was hardly any need for concern. Just then. [The 8th and 9thyers have been conquered.] [An impressive achievement.] [This feat will be recorded in the Hall of Fame for one full day tomorrow.] [Your level has increased.] [Your level has increased.] [Your level has] [increased.] [Youve acquired +500,000 coins.] [You have earned the right to choose a Title.] [You can check the details of the titles through the information section.] A series of status windows emerged, dering the true victor of this quarrel. Everything was resolved. Now, it was time to leave the maze. Inside the antique-looking room, two familiar figures appeared. One was the upper manager Hastings, sipping from a cup of tea while seated. The other was the lower manager Kaman, trembling terribly and pale with fright. He had transgressed the rules of the tower, attempting to glean benefits from the bosses, a crime warranting a life sentence in the infinite prison. However. The reason for Kamans trembling fear was not this. Hastings please, save me. It was a mistake. Indeed, it was. Hastings ced his teacup down. The clinking sound reverberated unusually loudly. I gave you support so you wouldnt fail, yet you spectacrly ruined everything. Im truly annoyed. Genuinely angered. The voice, cold and sharp, was far from the affable Hastings of before. Hii heek. Kaman stepped backward slowly. His face, drained by terror and fear, showed only a desperate desire to live. Especially considering I provided even upper demons to support you, right? Even though youre a fool, I made sure you couldnt fail. The reason the lower manager Kaman managed to link twoyers and call upon Makethros from the demon world was because Hastings had backed him up. Choosing a lower manager was meant to attract less attention, but it seems Ive made a mistake. Youve worked hard so far, Mr. Kaman. With that. Hastings concluded the conversation. Please, please With a piteous cry for mercy. Krack! Space itself swallowed Kaman whole. And at that moment Squirming. An unidentifiable shadow with tentacles stretched out within the room. [..] Unspeakable menace began to infest the room. Even Hastings shuddered with fright. Do not worry too much. Oh ancient sovereigns. No one shall approach your sacred domain I, Hastings, will ensure it. Chapter 192: The Kindred of Elise Chapter 192: The Kindred of Elise The video posted in the Hall of Fame was edited by the administrator. The scene conveyed through the screen was nothing short of shocking. -HolidayBreaker: Is it even possible for a human to use such powerful techniques? At this point, Im starting to feel bad for the monsters. -SESFOV: Never thought Id get to witness an Unknown battle scene firsthand. Good thing I didnt go out today. Almost missed it because of too many appointments. Phew. -Ppoppi: Hey, Mr. Kim. Snap out of it and get up. Break times over. -Emperors Running Shirt: The more I watch, the more I cant help but marvel. For real, my chest is about to burst with pride. -San: Its not just your chest thats swelling, is it? Even your pants are bulging. -Mng ck Crane: Ah, this is what they call Martial Arts. -Tiger in the Delivery Box: Theres never been a yer who cleared both the 8th and 9th floors at the same time, and there probably never will be again. Truly rewriting history. -Bubble Tea: I want to see the original, not the edited version. Ha. So much has been deleted, its a shame. Even the yers who were there cant remember everything because of the shock. The messages flooding in were devoid of any pretense. Admiration for the overwhelming martial prowess. And the realization that such a powerful ranker was climbing the tower alongside them had everyones hearts pounding. But then. -Tier Identifier: But seriously, whos the higher tier between Kang Jinhyuk and Unknown? There cant be two number ones, can there? The stronger Unknown became. The more dazzling Kang Jinhyuks achievements. Questions about who was on top poured out. Common bait, but it was too tempting to ignore. -Harvard Statistics Major, 7th Year: Having majored in statistics for 7 years at college, in closebat, its Unknown. At a distance, Kang Jinhyuk wins. Refute if you dare, tower noob. -Speedwagon: A tower noob is someone who doesnt know about the Tower of Ordeals. -Ranker of UPFAE: Obviously, its Kang Jinhyuk. Does this even need to be debated? Honestly? -Crushmundo: Are you blind? Dont you see Unknown out there throwing punches like One-Punch Man? -New Era Amphibian: Well, whatever it is, it doesnt seem likely that well see those two match up easily. Thements were exploding to the point where the servers might burst. While the world outside was buzzing about Unknown and Jinhyuk. Jinhyuk himself was waiting for someone in the Corridor of the Corrupted on the 1st floor. More precisely, he was reviewing the level and stat points he hadnt had a chance to allocate yet. Name: Kang Jinhyuk Gender: Male Age: 27 Level: 74 Strength 50, Agility 25, Vitality 34, Magic Power 181, Gap 100, Luck 10, Adaptive 78, Energy 27.53 Avable Stat Points: 21 Coins: 500,125 upation: Rune Interpreter Unique Abilities: Fusion, Tomb of the Sword, Blessing of the Stars, Judgment of Anubis, Blood Demon Qi, Mand, 1-Second Invincibility, Thousand Poisons, White Fierce Beast, Universal Sharing, Sanctuary of the Sun, Heavenly Demon Emperor Technique Skills: Too many skills have been switched to Folded state. Barriers: The number of learned barriers is too great, they have been switched to Folded state. [A title you can choose is currently stored.] Seven levels. Thanks to clearing two strata simultaneously, an unimaginable amount of experience had been monopolized. Really insane. I cant believe Im going to gulp it all down. The title could wait since it was not immediately necessary, but the stat points needed to be distributed right away. Considering the events on floor 11 and the Empire. This time, it was necessary to invest in something other than magic power. Especially since going to the Empire could mean a confrontation with that guy. Considering Murim attacked the Empire preemptively, that encounter was almost a foregone conclusion. The deliberation didntst long. Jinhyuk poured all his stat points into one ce. [Strength increases from 50 71.] Whooosh! Allocating stats for seven levels at once made the growth feel significantly more pronounced. Strength surged through him. At this point, he felt confident that he wouldnt be outmatched even if he fought the Lizard King with his bare hands. Lets see Jinhyuk casually punched toward the wall. It was a strike intended purely to test the increase in strength, without any magic power imbued. But then. Crash! The wall cracked like a turtles shell. Too muchincrease? Increasing sub stats like Gap and Adaptive along with strength proved to be excessively effective. With this level of power, he was no less than a mid-sized monster, not an exaggeration to say. Hmm. I also need to see how much weight I can lift now. Jinhyuks gaze turned to arge rock. While he was testing this and that, more than an hour had easily passed. Just then. Step. Apanied by light footsteps. A silver-haired girl approached. It was Elise, whom he had sent to this ce earlier. Seeing Elise with a sullen expression, he still felt more d than concerned. I gave you a chance to go out, but you seem to be in a not-so-good mood? Uh? Oh thats Elise tousled her hair, grumbling with puffed cheeks. It seemed there was some difficulty persuading the other party. Well, he did look like someone with quite a bit of pride. Why. Is Velus not listening? It seems hes quite displeased with you making a pact with someone like me? A bloodhound belonging to the Decaruss family, who had tried to shake the tower through the Blood Wayport. Michael. And from dealing with him, Jinhyuk had a special item. [Ne of Powent] Obtained Difficulty: Overrank Description: A nepleted by the High Priest Powent with the aid of the divine. It is specialized in seals, particrly effective against dark attribute beings. (Note: This item can only seal one entity.) Jinhyuk used this to take one of the kindred left in the corridor with him. Elise went to the 1st floor to do just that, leaving Jinhyuk for a while. The fact that the ne on Elises neck had changed color confirmed that she sessfully brought out Velus, one of the kindred leaders. The problem was That creature with strong self-esteem could not ept the fact that Elise, the head of the Attaraxia family and its true ancestor, was bowing to a mere human. Sorry. Even so, over time, hell understand. Youre a contractor Ive recognized. Although its nice of you to say that, I cant waste years seeking approval from a subordinate employee. This wasnt a democratic society. It was a dictatorship where power strictly dominated all. Most importantly, he had no intention of keeping someone who didnt know his ce. What are you going to do? Elise asked with a face full of fear. And then. What to do? Jinhyuk responded with his usual smile. Well have to open the squirrel cage again. Someone said that. The squirrel cage of Hell Joseon opens twice. [Arggh! Cough cough! rgghh!] Returning from the corridor to Signiel, Jinhyuk sat leisurely on the sofa, repeating the same ordeal he had once done to Elise. A torture session thatsted about 2 hours followed. 360 degrees was the basic course, and he even mixed in a 540 and 270-degree reverse spin course. Thanks to this, a breathless sound echoed from the ne continuously. Now. Tell me. Who is your master? [I am a guardian of the Attaraxia family. Such things will never break me. The only master I serve is Elise von Attaraxia.] Hmm. At this level, he was not a vampire, but more like a Joseon dynasty schr One could even wonder if bamboo sap ran through his veins considering his firmness. A king with a broad capacity mightugh heartily at this juncture, admiring such spirit. Unfortunately, I have a heart as small as a penny, a cruel tyrant. Sejong wasnt the model, Yeonsangun was. It was the role model for the monarch leading the Deepwaters Corporation. Jinhyuk briefly ced the ne on the table. [Why? Is your wrist sore from turning it so much that youre going to give up? I am fully ready to endure much more.] Oh? Really? I hope you keep that word. At least, the sore wrist was something he could rte to. Hence, from now on, he was going to leave the rest to the pet he got from Theresa. Jinhyuk tied the ne firmly onto the wheel in the hamster cage. Chirp! The pure white Pearl hamster tilted its head. Alexander the Great. A proud member of the noble Rosenberg family of Amsterdam, to which Theresa belonged, the great hamster with a pedigree. [What is this?] Velus cried out urgently, but Jinhyuk did not answer. Instead, he hung a delectable cheese on top of the wheel. Skitter skitter! Chirp! Chirp! Chirp! Alexander the Great began running frantically on the wheel to get the cheese. [You damned rodent dare! Stop. Imand you to stopppp!] Screams filled Signiel, but no guards were going to intrude in a ce where the residents privacy was utmost respected. Elise. Uh, uh-huh? Im going out for a bit. You absolutely must not take this thing out. Got it? That absolutely? Yep, absolutely. Oh! And if you dare If you ever dare to do such an atrocious deed, then keep in mind that the essories inside the washing machine might not just be one. Rings go well with nes in a set. If desired, another spot could be arranged inside the wheel. Our Alexander the Great is full of vigor from the love of a saint, certainly capable of handling both a ring and a ne. Dont worry! Im really obedient, you know. Hehe. Elise smiled awkwardly. Early education does pay off. Quick to understand. And to a well-behaved child, one must give a treat. Ill bring back loads of chicken, salmon, tripe, and more, all the stuff you like, when Ie back. Be excited. And Ill take you somewhere youve never been before. Jinhyuk wielded the carrot and stick perfectly. Not doing ten things well and failing at one earns disappointment. But failing ten and seeding at one means overwhelming gratitude Okay! And I also want to try that beer thing! As expected, Elise brightened her red eyes expectantly, waving goodbye. Enjoying a rare outing, Jinhyuk basked in the warm sunlight and headed to a nearby cafe from Signiel. Isnt that yer Kang Jinhyuk? Yeah, it is. Who thought he lived in Signiel? Seriously Could I ask for just one photo with him? Or even a word Athora. They say there are people who pissed themselves just from eye contact with an S-ranked yer. And with someone like Kang Jinhyuk they might faint right away? Now fairly famous, more people recognized him on the streets. Its going to be hard to walk around freely. Sunsses wouldnt cut it. He needed a better solution. Through the crowd, he arrived at a cafe with an ambient atmosphere. Thunk! The door opened to reveal apletely empty interior. Despite being in a busy area, not a single customer was to be seen. Even the staff was missing. As if someone had rented out the entire ce. Over here, please. The familiar voice heard then. Chapter 193: The Solid Corporation’s Unity Event (Feat. Amusement Park) (1) Chapter 193: The Solid Corporations Unity Event (Feat. Amusement Park) (1) Chapter 193: The Solid Corporations Unity Event (Feat. Amusement Park) (1) The person waiting for Jinhyuk at the caf was none other than the Empires Swordmaster, Penheimer. Residents inside the tower encounter limitations regarding information about the outside world due to the systems interference. This means that things that could cause difort are filtered out or memories are automatically distorted. Because of this, Penheimer was able to easily ept the outside world beyond the tower. Clunk! Jinhyuk approached the table where Penheimer was seated and sat down. Growing to be thergest force in the middle floors It appears he has enough coins to freelye and go outside the tower. By the way, when that old man isnt wearing armor but is dressed in a ck suit, he exudes a distinguished vibe. If there were such a thing as a British gentleman, he would surely look like this. I was quite surprised that you wanted to meet here. Ha-ha. I wanted to invite you to the Empire if possible, but due to the circumstances, it turned out this way. Thanks to this, I get to see the world you live in, which isnt too bad, I suppose. Penheimer took a full sip of his cappino. Hmm It really seemed like he enjoyed the food of this world. Tiramisu, Mont nc, madeleines It was as if he was having a tea party. Youre going to pay properly for all of this, right? Of course. I gave them gold coins, and the owner even offered to lease out the ce. Its fortunate for someone like me who needs a quiet ce to talk. These bourgeoisie whether its Ellis or this man, its as if their hobby is to copse the currency value of an entire country with their overflowing money. Jinhyuk felt a headacheing on. However, what mattered now was not how wealthy the Empire was. The crucial thing was the kind of information he had to obtain here and now. So. I would like to hear the reason you wanted to see me. Surely you didnt call me out just for a cup of tea. You always like getting straight to the point. Alright. Penheimer handed over a ring decorated with a gold dragon and golden roses. This is Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. The two emblems symbolized the Imperial Family. Is this like a pass to enter the Empire? Yes. Since you have received this as a gift from a noble, having it means you can move freely within the Empire. Having this would certainly grant more freedom of movement. But it didnt make sense for Penheimer toe here just to give a ring. Such an errand could have been given to someone else. That means It seems that the Murim is pushing in more forcefully than expected. Jinhyuk abruptly got to the heart of the matter. How how did you know that Ive already heard that the Murimunched a preemptive attack. Everyone probably thinks that the situation is in favor of the Empire. However. The reality was likely different. His long experience told him so, even without seeing it firsthand. Amazing. Im almost suspicious if you have nted a spy on our side. Thats a confirmation. As you said, the situation isnt good. A portion of the 24th floor haspletely fallen into the hands of Murim. One knight order and a troopposed of 5,000 have been annihted. The situation was more serious than he had thought. Even if the individual capabilities of those in Murim are not to be underestimated, they shouldnt be able to annihte suchrge numbers. That means Did the upper floors intervene? This suggested the involvement of a higher power. From the 35th floor and above. In other words, from the levels where Godhoods and Transcendents reside. They have not intervened. If its not them, then Murim wouldnt have such a strong card to y. In fact, there is one more possibility. Responding to Jinhyuk, Penheimer slowly began to speak. Then he mentioned a name that was more troubling than the intervention of the Godhoods. The Heavenly Demon has emerged from his retreat. The Heavenly Demon (). If one were to rank the beings of the Tower of Trials, he would certainly be amongst the most feared. A being who had thrown away the limitations of the human body. His path was stained with blood, and wherever he went, devastation followed. A monster that caused cmitiesparable to natural disasters, he was one of the absolute beings influencing not just Murim but the entire tower. And now, that being had finished his seclusion. If hes surpassed the mortal realm and reached the stage of Nature, thats going to be a real headache Jinhyuk steeled his expression as he added this new variable to his ns. But then another question arose. If the Heavenly Demon has truly appeared, theres no use in telling me about it. The Empires Swordmaster and royal magicians would have to bepletely mobilized for such a matter; it wouldnt be entrusted to a mere yer. After all, yers, no matter how skilled, still fall short of the residents level. Thus, Penheimers presence here must be unrted to the Heavenly Demon. He pretends to be giving various pieces of information, but what hes really aiming for I see. A realization struck Jinhyuk like lightning. Penheimer wants to see what conclusions he can draw from the scraps of information given. Hes assessing the information gathering and analytical abilities, and whether one can realize that he himself is being tested. Although the reason behind this is unknown as yet. With this much effort put into it, there must be a substantial backstory to it. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth lifted. Lets stop with the probing. Ill ask you onest time. Whats the real reason you wanted to meet me? Ha-ha-ha-ha! It seems I made the right decisioning to you, Mister Jinhyuk. Penheimer burst out intoughter. But it was only for a moment. The words following theughter carried a desperation more genuine than ever. Its true that war has broken out, and its true that the Heavenly Demon has appeared. However, those are matters that we must resolve. What I ask of you, Mister Jinhyuk, is to help us identify a spy within our ranks. A spy, you say? Yes. Someone ismunicating with Murim, cunningly leaking internal information. And judging from the level of the information, its likely that someone quite high up is involved. The situation was quiteplicated. If handled well, an interesting scenario could unfold Jinhyuk had a vague idea of which side had betrayed the royal family. Thanks to his diligent studies regarding the Empire, he was familiar with its history, right up to the current times. If I were to take on this task, what could the Empire offer me in return? We can promise support from the middle floors and provide the shortest route to the upper floors. These two things, we vow to give you. This meant that, without having to break through eachplicated level of the 20th floors, he could potentially aplish in months what would have taken years. Ill see you in the Empire soon. [Attention all members of the Solid Corporation. I hope this afternoon finds you well. We have been busy with our respective duties and havent had a chance to see each other, so we have arranged a humble gathering to foster unity. We invite all who have received an invitation to attend without fail.] [Location: Theme park located on the first floor of the Tower of Trials / Time: Please arrive by 3 PM.] A polite invitation was delivered. However, due to various constraints, the actual members arriving at the promised location were somewhat jumbled. Kim Hee-woong, who handled the ck Crow Guild, and Andra, in charge of the Psychiatric Ward, along with Melena from the Mine Association, could not attend. Instead, Cheon Yuseong and Teresa joined the group. Of course, Ellis, who clung onto him like glue, and Wolyeong, who hid in the shadows, were also present. Its been a long time since Ive been to an amusement park. Teresa looked around with a face filled with childlike wonder. The theme park located at the center of the Tower of Trials boasted a scale iparable to Disnend. In fact, quite a few people gathered here to relieve the stress umted from climbing the tower. To think I was called all the way here for this Cheon Yuseong did not hide his displeasure. Hmm. Although he imed to be displeased, his gaze was firmly fixed on the roller coaster. Why exactly was he holding coins equivalent to an all-ess pass in his other hand? Speak up if you have something to say. Dont make faces like an itchy puppy. Alright. I do have something to say, but Ill hold back. I dont want to spoil our rare corporate unity event by causing amotion in the amusement park. If word got out of a medical student wielding a long sword here at the Tower of Trialsmunity, it would be rather troubling. Let alone if a video titled The Real Face of Korea Universitys Sword Master.avi were to circte on the inte. Jinhyuk silently shook his head. At that moment Squeeze. Ellis, who was beside him, tugged at Jinhyuks sleeve. Mortal. I want to eat that. Quickly. Quickly. Ellis pointed at a huge cotton candy, swallowing her saliva greedily. If not bought, it seemed she might just turn the entire amusement park to ruins. This queen was truly troublesome to manage. During the first shareholders meeting, at least the employees had been well-behaved and docile While reminiscing, Jinhyuk gave up all resistance and headed towards the food court. Cotton candy, hot dogs, marble ice cream Just give me one of everything here, all types. Having decided to spend recklessly now that he had managed to collect 500,000 coins from conquering two floors, he thought a little indulgence was permitted. With the video views climbing steadily, my depleted wallet will soon be fuller than before. Above all, Ellis could be used as a trump card for endless content possibilities in the future. Thinking this, the coins he was spending now felt like pocket change. For the following six hours, the group enjoyed a sweet rest, indulging in various rides and delicious treats. This included the rigorously disciplined Teresa, the stoic Cheon Yuseong, and even Ellis, who screamed so much at the novel experiences that she almost lost her voice. Shall we start heading back? Teresa, seeing twilight approach, suggested they disband. Since the park was closing soon, it meant it was time to head home. However No. How can we leave already? Jinhyuk smiled intriguingly and shrugged. What? You mean theres still more left? Of course. Theres one very important ce left to go. Jinhyuk pointed toward the far end of the amusement park. There was a door hidden behind the extravagant scenery, difficult to see. One could feel, just by looking, that it wasnt a ce one should entera door emitting an ominous aura that seemed to seep out. Weve had light fun. Now, lets enjoy the amusement park Solid Corporation style. That ce It was the real hard mode hidden within the amusement park. Chapter 194: The Veteran Corporation’s Unity Event (Feat. Amusement Park) (2) Chapter 194: The Veteran Corporations Unity Event (Feat. Amusement Park) (2) Chapter 194: The Veteran Corporations Unity Event (Feat. Amusement Park) (2) If one were to pick a feature of the disaster of a game called the Tower of Trials, it would be the developers constantly contemting how to torture the yers. And the theme that best captured this essence was the Hard Mode amusement park right here. Hehe! How long has it been since weve had toys ah, guests. Are you really going to enter? Really? A beast-man in the shape of a rabbit hopped enthusiastically at the entrance. Its ears twitched back and forth, possibly energized by the rare visitation. Well, it made sense. Why would any yer enter such a deranged ce? Despite being on the first floor and easily essible, this ce was almost a ghost town due its absurd concepts and difficulty. Jinhyuk, are you really going to challenge this ce? How did we not see thising when thepany talked about an MT What kind of crazypany risks their lives for a team-building retreat? Theresa and Cheon Yuseong each muttered their disbelief. Having experienced the amusement park in the past, they knew exactly how insane Jinhyuk was for even attempting this. They had to stop him at all costs. They must prevent such a pointless crossing of this dangerous bridge by any means necessary. However, -Its toote. Hespletely lost it. -Sigh. I suppose we really have to go through with this. -This is truly delicious cotton candy. Its like eating clouds! As Jinhyuks yful smile spread across his face, everyone entertained the thought of giving up. Why are you all looking so gloomy? Were at an amusement park, we should enjoy to the fullest. Above all, passing more than four rides herees with a surprisingly generous reward. A VIP membership to the massive ingredient market located on floor 15, with premium treatment. It might seem trivial, but there was nothing as important as food in life. Especially if the food was filled with delicacies that could never be tasted outside the Tower. Moreover, there was the added thrill of the thrilling rides Jinhyuk thought there was no better ce forpany unity. Im going on all the rides. You wont charge an entrance fee, right? Of course! Were thankful for your visit when the rides were nearly cobwebbed. The rabbit rubbed its paws together. Then, suddenly. Ding! A status window appeared before everyone. [Trials Amusement Park] Difficulty: Very Hard Objective: You mustplete at least one ride to exit andpleting more than three rides will grant you a special reward. For parties of six or fewer, rewards will be provided only if four rides arepleted. Now please enjoy to your hearts content. Hehe. With a chilling smile, the rabbit took a step to the side. *** Damn it! Why did wee to this crazy ce! Aaaaagh! Save me, please! Hey! Let go of this, let go already! Screams and cries filled the amusement park. It was akin to hell, or at least something simr. Cheon Yuseong and Theresa chose the Viking ride. The massive ship that rapidly descended up and down was almost identical to a typical Viking ship. Of course, it was not exactly the same. There were no safety belts, and real skeleton soldiers were rampaging on the deck, brandishing swords a slightly unique touch. ng! aang! Rattle! Click! Skeletons swung their swords madly, pushing the two to their limits. With no chance to bnce, let alone the precise coordinated attacks, it was almost impossible to regainposure. Struggling to stay aboard the Viking, Cheon Yuseong and Theresa were in the middle of a hard fight. Kang Jinhyuk, you cursed bastard! This isnt the amusement park I wanted! It was a life solely dedicated to swordsmanship and study, with no leisure time to enjoy. And when he thought he was finally tasting new happiness, That damn hardcore gamer had snatched away even that small joy. As if pouring fuel on the fire, Jinhyuk waved his hands energetically towards Cheon Yuseong. Stay strong, our Sword Saint. I always believe in our Sword Saint! While sipping his slushie and speaking with his mouth full, there was no way not to be infuriated. Elsewhere, high-pitched screams that could easily surpass three octaves echoed. Eeeek! Human! Come here right now! How dare you subject my noble self to such vulgar please, save me, you bastard! Elise had entered the Haunted House. Well real ghosts actually appeared inside. Although theirbat power was only at the level of a slime, they looked terrifying enough to induce severe trauma. Please, stick together. Lady Elise! You cant abandon me! Even Velrus, who was usually so tough, was now clinging to Elise, shedding tears. Jinhyuk clicked his tongue. Tsk tsk. To think that these folks are the nobles of the Tower. It seemed that the Ataraxia family was full of pure-hearted fools, given theirpleteck of gravitas. Then, at that moment, Hehe. Wouldnt you prefer to take part yourself rather than just watching? At this rate, everyone is going to fail, you know? The rabbit goaded Jinhyuk with a challenging voice. Yet, Jinhyuk simply sat back and leisurely sipped his slushie. If you only fail, you wont be able to leave this ce. Though that would be more amusing for us. Hehe. Im aware. Pardon? I said, Im aware. Truthfully, Jinhyuk had no expectations for the sess of the others. Nor was there a need to seed. The ending of this quest was predetermined, regardless of everyones failure. Well, time to take action. Standing up, Jinhyuk made his move. Thump! He suddenly appeared atop the Viking. Finally here, huh? I thought my eyes would fall out waiting. Cheon Yuseong discovered Jinhyuk while dodging the attacks of the skeleton soldiers. Pl-please help me, Jinhyuk. Theresa, too, murmured with a pale face. Due to the nature of the amusement park, using inherent abilities and skills would result in quest failure, forcing participants to rely solely on their innate stamina and reflexes. The fact that even high-level participants like Cheon Yuseong and Theresa were struggling was the reality given the applied level adjustments. Of course, This level of penalty was embarrassingly trivial for someone like Jinhyuk. The fifth cervical vertebra. The rib cage. And 3cm above the right side of the hip bone. Knowing where the skeletons aimed to strike to slow down movement, Which patterns they used and how to bnce on the swaying ship, Jinhyuk had it all memorized. Avoiding the skeleton soldiers onught, he began to precisely target their weak points. Calibrated blows. Rattle. Rattle. Skeleton soldiers with only their skulls remaining tumbled across the deck before being flung out. The smooth, graceful movements mesmerized Cheon Yuseong, who bit his lip. A sense of inferiority and self-loathing crept up his face, dripping withplicated feelings of hate and love towards Jinhyuk. Regardless, Jinhyuk walked to the edge of the ship, whistling. A fancily hatted skeleton that seemed to be the captain clung to the rail with his teeth, trying not to fall off. Whack! Jinhyuk mercilesslyunched the skeletons skull into the sky. Spinning around, it disappeared overboard. With that dealt with, the two of them should manage to survive the rest of the time. Alright, next Jinhyuk swiftly leaped off the Viking towards the Haunted House. Within the eerie atmosphere and chilling background music, He spotted Elise and Velrus shaking uncontrobly. [Your mental strength is rapidly depleting.] [Chills and shudders are approaching danger levels.] Indeed, the ghosts here could instill terror. Enough to cause real emotional trauma. I almost passed out the first time too But after many visits, even the ghosts and spirits became familiar. Humans adapt, and with experience, even the most stimting things lose their luster. Youre the ruler of the night, why are you so scared? Get up, already. But, but Elise was so terrified, he couldnt even think of getting up. At this rate, they would never escape in a day. Cant be helped. Just follow closely and dont fall behind. Jinhyuk sighed softly and grabbed Elises wrist. Then ran towards the entrance. Ah? Elise gasped softly, eyes widening. After a moment of shock, Elise started to run after Jinhyuk. Take me with! Velrus was left alone crying out, but the fate of some intern wasnt Jinhyuks concern. After all, its a tradition in this business for neers to endure hardship. *** This cant be! The rabbits voice trembled violently. It couldnt be helped. The impregnable fortress that took all of its effort to build was falling so easily. Where did this monstere from? It was shocking enough to clear the Viking and the Haunted House, but the feats that followed were even crazier. He yawningly aplished a 1:30 feat against the bumper cars that delivered 100,000 volts upon a single hit. In the safari filled withrge monster species even the administrators struggled with, he tamed the dinosaurs and traversed the area in a sh. By this point, there was no use in being outraged. The grand finale, throwing spear water at the mutated piranhas and giant sharks in the flume ride Frankly, it was terrifying. Gulp. The rabbit Dry swallowed. For hundreds of years, managing many races after being assigned by the Tower administrators, it had never seen anyone pass through the numerous rides, especially not in such a bizarre way. Master? Tossed into the water, the spirit water Undine looked up at Jinhyuk. A ne made from the flesh that piranhas and giant sharks loved most hung around its neck. They flinched. Sensing the scent of blood, the fish became agitated. This is also part of your training. If you be powerful enough, Ill consider making you the leader of the spirits. He must be well aware of how important and impressive a position it was to be a leader in the special forces. Leader? Me? Will you really make me one? Indeed. So escape with all your might. Of the many silly spirits, my favorite Undine wouldnt fail to outsmart such monsters, right? Heh, you know something. I am indeed superior to those stupid spirits. Undine puffed up her chest proudly. Alright. I trust you. Yes! Leave it to me. Undine worked hard, stirring up the aquarium. As she yed an intense game of tag with her life on the line, Jinhyuk finished his slushie andpleted the flume ride. At the same time. [Youve cleared all Hard Mode difficulties.] Pop pop pop! Boom! Fireworks filled the night sky with a dazzling array. Not a bad vacation. Jinhyuk smiled with satisfaction. The uing mid-level war, A giant storm involving an empire and martial realms. Before diving into that chaos, this moment ofughing and chatting together would be an unforgettable memory. Chapter 195: Rising Flames of War (1) Chapter 195: Rising mes of War (1) Floor 24 of the Tower of Trials. The interior of the castle, reduced to ruins by the attacks of the Martial Realm, was piled high with corpses like a mountain. The acrid smoke rising in the air and the groans of the injured spoke volumes about the horrific nature of the battle. And then There were two men on the watchtower, looking down at the entire scene. The head of the Nangong family, Nangong Jinho, and Nangong Cheon, who had led Chinas Zhonghua Guild. This matter has been quite troublesome. Thanks to your efforts, weve easily snatched one of the enemys strongholds. Its nothing I merely did as the Head of the familymanded. Hahaha! To think youve singlehandedly annihted one of the empires proudest knight orders with such humility Indeed, it was the right decision to wee you into our Nangong family. Nangong Jinho looked at Nangong Cheon with a gentle expression. The Zhonghua Guild was originally nothing more than a tool for the expansion of the Martial Realms influence. Even that had be nearly obsolete after being decimated by the Three Great Despairs. But There was one exception. Nangong Cheon was far too valuable to be simply discarded. While not born within the Martial Realm andcking its bloodline, he possessed an exceptional talent and skill that was simply too remarkable to ignore. And so, Nangong Jinho had granted Nangong Cheon the true Nangong() name, taught him the sword, and made him into a perfect warrior. With this, even the other sessors, including Hyun, will not be able to match Cheon. Had I known this, I should have taken him in sooner. Within the Martial Realm and among the Five Great Families and the Nine Factions swords. Someday, they will turn the empire into an inferno and mercilessly ughter the dark factions and Devil Cult that they had reluctantly allied with. As Nangong Jinho imagined such a scenario, a cold smile formed on his lips. The day for their grand ambition to be realized was not far off. Before today ends, we must destroy another of their bases. The Martial Alliance has promised to support us with the Shin Young Unit () and seven peak-level experts. Do you think you can handle it? Yes, I will ensure sess. Nangong Cheon, too, had mes of ambition ring in his eyes. He had snagged the opportunity. In thispletely changed world, he would seize and climb the golden rope that would take him higher. He clenched his fists tightly, as thoughts raced through Nangong Cheons head. But, Head of the family. What is it? What do you n to do about that guy? Nangong Cheon had mentioned another figure. Even without saying it, Nangong Jinho knew to whom he was referring. Kang Jinhyuk. The strongest and worst ranker. The copse of the Zhonghua Guild had been his doing, and he had shed with the Martial Realm several times. He was a dangerous, high-alert target. Left unchecked, he would be a significant variable in this war. Dont worry. The yers wont be in their right minds to get involved in this matter. You have a n? Yes. So you just focus on your assigned task. There was no chance of the n falling apart. The Martial Realm had alreadypleted perfect preparations for the hunt, for this very day. Meanwhile, on floor 5 of the Tower of Trials, in the psychiatric ward, Jinhyuk, Elis, and Andria were deep in conversation. The topic was singr: How should one act to be an excellent boss monster? Considering the Troll Tribes Karaal and others had yed a significant role in conquering floors 8 and 9, Jinhyuk nned to develop Andria, another of his hidden cards, into a reliable force. Thats why he had summoned Elis, the veteran. Its been so long since we met. Andria greeted Jinhyuk and Elis with a bright smile. Wow. Once she was a frightened girl among fanatics. Now, she looked every part the boss, with a sense of dignity. Wearing leaves crafted fromurel and garments of white fabric What could you say? She resembled a goddess from Greco-Roman mythology. Standing next to Elis, they looked like sisters, albeit with one alwaysining and the other morepliant. Its nice to feel familiar even after a long absence. Jinhyuk surveyed the surroundings. The gloomy and dark interior had scarcely changed since hisst visit. The madness of the fanatics had somewhat subsided, but the ambiance assuredlymunicated that this was indeed the psychiatric ward. How have you beentely? The upper floors have been opened, but Im sure there are still some annoying yers hanging around, right? Of the bosses in charge of the 11 zones, eight have lost their lives to yers. Including myself, only three remain, and were all just keeping an eye on each other. Hmm. Already that many gone? It seems as time passes, the level of the yers increases as well. The survivors are the prison and desert ind? They must be in a real panic right now. Yes. At this rate, it wont be long before all territories are conquered. The consensus is to unite whats left. Of course, since no one wants to be absorbed by another, its a stalemate. In other words, Their own lives were in danger due to the increasingly powerful yers, but the thought of allying with each other to fall under someone elsesmand hurt their pride. Thats probably the sentiment. As time went on, it would be increasingly difficult to stop the yers growing stronger on the fifth floor. Jinhyuk realized Andria needed to grow even faster than now. And not just Andria For his own future as well. At that moment, Dont worry. Ill give you special training in attributes. Eliss confident voice was heard from the side. Ooh. As expected, shes surprisingly apetent teacher. Jinhyuk turned his head, his face filled with anticipation. However Sigh Upon seeing Elis, Jinhyuk couldnt help but let out a deep sigh. Hows this? Elis was dressed in a curious ensemble, wearing ck-rimmed sses, a white dress shirt, and a ck skirt. She looked incredibly prepared, even having her hair done up. And next to her, out of nowhere, was Velus, who must have been summoned from her ne. That guy was an anomaly himself Dressed exactly like Indiana Jones, with tousled hair, half-undone shirt, and even a leather whip. It was like he stepped right out of a movie. And yet, they seemed so oddly matched. Thats why I have issues with those born with superior genes Jinhyuk massaged his temples with his fingers. They say this is the true appearance of a teacher, popr among the people outside the tower. Supposedly, this boosts learning efficiency by 50%. Who in their right mind told you that? YouTube! I was browsing on yourptopst night. Damn that YouTube algorithm. Alright, lets not talk about that. Just tell me what needs to be done. Ourmonly used method is To fight and fight until we copse from exhaustion, Elis said, gently biting her finger. Eudeuk! A droplet of blood emerged, and soon a vast array formed on the ground. [Elis has manifested the Lv?? Bloodsport Arena!] The array maximizes experience and insight frombat within its boundaries. The Ataraxia familys young vampiresmonly used this fighting arena for their rite of passage. Me fighting with you, sister? Andria asked Elis cautiously. Although she often sparred with Elis, the gap in their abilities was so vast, given Eliss preference for rangedbat, which didnt mesh well with Andrias closebat specialization. More often than not, she learned less and got hit more. Taking that into ount No, I will do it. Elis didnt fit this particr situation. Jinhyuk took out Fang from his spatial inventory. Swhoosh. The green-tinted dagger flowed smoothly in his right hand. Jinhyuk Sir, you will personally teach me Overwhelmed, Andria clenched her fist. From her perspective, Jinhyuk was nothing less than a deity. He was the savior who changed her bleak past. The ranker who swept through the psychiatric ward with overwhelming martial prowess, thus, her excitement was beyond imagination. Andria also took two 30cm daggers into her hands. Her stance, significantly improved since their first meeting, along with her increase in magical power as a boss since then, needed no exnation. I wont hold back, soe at me with everything you have. Yes. Ill do my best. Andria nodded. With that as the signal, Thud! Andria moved first. Covering the distance in an instant with the vampires unique movement skill, her rotating dagger aimed for Jinhyuks torso. Kaang! A sharp metallic sound echoed as the two des crossed. What followed was a sword dance too swift for the eyes to follow. North, south, east, west. The intensity of their exchange rendered the term spar insufficient, with each strike vicious beyondpare. To an observer unaware, it might be believed they were engaged in a real duel. Nheless, With torrents of attacks unleashed, Jinhyuk responded with effortless ease. Kakakakang! Kuk! Andria bit her lip hard. She had devoted herself day and night, not distinguishing between day and night, solely to grow stronger and be a more perfect boss monster. To catch up to Jinhyuk, even by a single step. To be of any assistance to him on his path. It was dedication to strength, risking life itself. But still The gap isnt closing. The vast wall seen their first meeting hadnt lowered a bit. The more she attacked, the greater the sense of despair, almost a delusional feeling. The gap between their skills was that palpable. Yet despite this, Jinhyuk skillfully moderated the pace and depth of the spar, helping Andria unleash all hertent potential. Almost perfect in terms of a tailored education. Even Elis, observing the scene, shook her head in disbelief. Seriously, he gets stronger every time I see him fight. At this rate, even if my seal is released, he might be too much to handle. Elis Madam. Thats absurd! Even then, topare a mere human to you, Elis Madam Do you really think so? That its nonsense? Indeed, it is absurd to make such a im. The absolute sovereign of the tower. The most powerful bloodline. Even the six families feared the being known as Elis von Ataraxia. Yet, curiously, Elis felt it instinctively. The shelf life of those grand titles wasnt as extensive as one might think. With time, within the towers many powerful beings, a new hierarchy would emerge. But its not too bad. Her pride wasnt hurt. Because That formidable individual was the very human bound to her by a contract. And he would remember the promise they had made. Comforted by this thought, Elis stretched satisfyingly. If you dont get it, just watch. Things look different ording to ones level. Understood, Velus reluctantly nodded. However, The spar, expected to drag on longer, came to an unexpectedly swift conclusion. [A video call request has arrived.] A status window appeared in front of Jinhyuk. The caller was Theresa. The location was Europe. But that Europe Was vastly different from what everyone knew. Chapter 196: Rising Warfire (2) Chapter 196: Rising Warfire (2) Jinhyuk Sir. Theresas face had turned white as a sheet. Her expression, void of any blood, was swirling with only despair. This is. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. The scene unfolding behind Theresa. The city, stained with smoke and blood, was no longer the radiant hub of culture it had once been. He knew what phenomenon this was. Outbreak. This was the aftermath of a massive monster onught, apletely different event from the Three Great Despairs that appeared in Beijing, China. Please help us. Too many people are right now Theresa seemedpletely exhausted, as if she had fought with all her might. Certainly, they couldnt afford the time even to request support as they saved people. The damage is greater than I thought. Words of concern were about to escape his throat, but then ripples disturbed the screen. [Lv?? Grey Mist is forcibly terminating the video chat.] Connection was lost with a crackling noise. And with it, Theresas image vanished too. Only the afterimages of her unfocused pupils and trembling lips remained. Jinhyuk clenched his fists with a hardened expression. Though the worst-case scenarios shed through his mind, his head was surprisingly clear. He couldnt panic. Every minute, every second was critical. The most important thing now was to derive the best oue from the given information. What are you going to do? Ellis, who had been quietly watching, broke the silence. Andria looked at Jinhyuk with a worried expression too. Ellis. Take over Andrias training for me. Thats critically important and cant be put off. What about you? I I need to head to the Awakeners Association first. In such a crisis, associations from all countries would be on emergency alert. To get more immediate information, he had to go to the association. Uh-huh. I see, so youre nning to go and save them. But do you really need to? Whether or not theres an outbreak in Europe, it doesnt concern us, right? The idealistic thought of saving every human being seemed like a shiny but empty gesture. When an outbreak urs, casualties are inevitable. Ellis argued that it would be more beneficial to focus on their own growth during this time. She was right. She was right, but I cant tolerate people from mypany resigning on their own. Promoting shareholder interests is the cornerstone for thepanys growth. Above all, the only time someone can leave thispany is when the boss fires them. Thats so you. Well, I like you even more for that. Ellis shrugged her shoulders. Then she quickly added another question. Are you sure youll be fine without me? The creature that has just arrived Its not going to be easy. I have a rough idea already. Taking into ount the clues captured on the screen, the outbreak urred on the 14th floor. But outbreaks arent supposed to happen on the 14th floor as its structured. The entity that ruled that floor had no interest outside of its own dominion. Yet this incident meant someone had intervened. And at this point in time, if there is someone who would want to bind the hands and feet of the yers, theres only one suspect. That is The martial arts world must have made their move. Its the martial faction, without a doubt. Weakening Theresa, a saintly knight who could strengthen the empire, and the forces following her, was surely part of their n. To think those guys I already disliked upped their game with this Jinhyuks gaze grew colder. Even after the appearance of the Tower of Ordeal, the world changed, but most people were still unaware of the towers dangers. That was to be expected. Climbers of the tower were those who had awakened as yers. The rest were merely bystanders, hoping for the yers safe ascent. That peaceful everyday life was believed tost forever. Until today. Kiieeee! Grrrrr Starting with low-tier monsters like ghouls and zombies. To the unknown and horrifyingly shaped mid- and high-tier monsters. An enormous number of undead creatures roamed the roads, seeking living humans. Boom! Rumbling bricks and burning streets. The army, which had attempted a meek response, was demolished right after the outbreak, and the nearby yers were also swept away by the aftermath. The human toll of the first outbreak alone was approximately 50,000. Considering the psed time of 12 hours, the scale was truly enormous. Damn it Huff. Huff. Huff. Please! Please. Inside a shop on the other side of the crossroads, about half a dozen men and women were gathered. They were yers from Olympus, one of the seven major guilds boasting thergest scale in Europe. Among them, Maria, one of the top-ranking sorcerers, stood out the most. 6th Circle the realm that allowed casting two or more spells simultaneously. Maria, with the surviving few yers, was timing their escape from this hell. We have to find an opening. They needed to locate a weak spot in the encircling forces and flee through it. Whoosh! Maria gathered her magical power, utilizing a wide-range detection spell. Although the situation was dire, with no idea how many were still alive, she hadnt a shred of intention to give up everything. But just then. A flinch. Marias senses snagged on something. This feeling could it be? A chilling magic that froze down to the marrow. A sticky sense of difort gripped her entire body. [The target has detected your presence!] Chills ran up her spine. It was unmistakably familiar. How could it not be? The being that had sold its soul to the devil out of sheer obsession with magic. The worst sorcerer who became a pile of bones in exchange for the promise of immortality. Lich Maria looked up at the sky with dread-filled eyes. Dark clouds covered what was once a clear sky, and soon magical circles with a purplish hue began to reveal themselves one by one. It wasnt just double casting. Triple No, perhaps even higher than that. Good heavens To think its area-of-effect magic that covers the entire city. How are we supposed to beat such a monster? The yers, all of the magical disciplines, understood the absurd level of magic now being unleashed. A hopeless gap in skill. By their standards, even a thousand years would not suffice to match this monster. [The Lich has activated its unique ability Revenants Rebirth.] The sky turned dark. And at the same time. Whirr! An indescribable force began to engulf the entirety of Europe. At the Korean Awakeners Association. Over a hundred square meters of meeting room was filled with Koreas top-ranked yers. Moon Gyoho, the master of the Dangun Guild, with guild ranker Cha Yoonkyung. Gong Minwoo from the Fight Club Guild, and the co-guild master Yoo Jina. Lastly, Jinhyuk, who was officially unaffiliated. The five top Korean yers were gathered for an urgent meeting. A tense atmosphere hung in the air. The room was rife with sharp, confined magical power, making it difficult for any ordinary person to endure. This tension was proof that everyones nerves were on edge. Indeed This is the situation, huh. Although there had been several outbreaks since the Tower of Ordeal appeared, this degree of catastrophic damage was a first. Rather than a mere breach, entire dimensions were connected on a massive scale. Therefore, emergency meetings to aid Europe were convened worldwide. Jinhyuk nced around. Such a gathering of these members is quite the spectacle. They were all famous figures so difficult to see in person, it would be easier to encounter top stars. Especially Moon Gyoho of the Dangun Guild, who was the most enigmatic of them all. Consumed with finding hidden mazes and ruins rather than ascending the tower, he rarely engaged in public activities. As such, almost nothing was known about him. Ive heard rumors hes madly driven to be stronger Curiosity piqued within him. Thats when. Click. The door opened, and the person responsible for convening this meeting appeared. Han Sangjin, the chairman of the Korean Awakeners Association. All eyes turned in one direction. Thank you all for gathering despite your busy schedules. Time is of the essence, so Ill skip the lengthy greetings and get straight to the point. Han Sangjin briefly expressed gratitude before diving into the main subject. The real-time situation in Europe was disyed on a giant screen in the center of the meeting room. As you are aware, gates have appeared across Europe due to the outbreak. Five have been confirmed so far: one A-rank and four B-ranks. The number of casualties is estimated to be over 100,000, considering its been 14 hours since the outbreak. And of course these figures are rapidly increasing even as we speak here. An A-rank appeared in the outbreak, you mean? Gong Minwoo from the Fight Club Guild furrowed his brows. That five outbreaks appeared simultaneously is shocking enough and now an A-rank. . The rest seemed to realize the situation was more serious than anticipated, their expressions hardening further. Understandably so. While B-ranks could be dealt with by a decent guild raid team, A-rank was a whole different level. At least five raid teams were necessary, and even then, failures were all toomon. And, depending on the boss type, the difficulty could vary drastically, leaving nners with a migraine trying to devise coping strategies if an A-rank outbreak gate was involved. ording to the magical power estimates, the associations and intelligence agencies in each country are judging it as A-rank. Is it a dungeon-type outbreak? Or This time, Cha Yoonkyung posed the question. There were three types of outbreaks: dungeons,byrinths, or ruins. Even if it was A-rank, the danger level greatly varied depending on which type of outbreak it was. If it was a dungeon-type, there was a possibility of handling it But if, in the worse case, it was linked to abyrinth or ruins, even united guilds would have to brace for massive damage. However None of the above. At that answer, The guild representatives felt any spark of hope extinguished utterly. We have to eliminate a Lich. A boss monster responsible for a whole floor. And it has already used Revenants Rebirth to im western Europe as its domainpletely. There was no simple way to describe it as a headache. The boss-ss Lich was different from amon lich. .Do you realize the implications of what youre saying, Chairman? Moon Gyoho, who had been silent, finally spoke. To kill a Lich that had unleashed Revenants Rebirth, one could only rely on magic, not physical attacks. But the yer with the highest level of magical skill currently exists in Europe. And the fact that the Olympus Guild, hosting such a ranker, was requesting external help It meant the Lichs skills far surpassed even that of Marias. It was tantamount to a suicide mission At least, thats what everyone thought except for one person. Theres no one who can win in a magical battle, huh A smirk formed on Jinhyuks lips. Chapter 197: The Immortal Grand Sorcerer (1) Chapter 197: The Immortal Grand Sorcerer (1) Chapter 197. The Immortal Grand Sorcerer (1) The Amsterdam royal pce lies in ruins, now transformed into a dark abode ruled by a lich. Five individuals Jegal Cheon, Hwangbo Geunak, Namgung Hyun, and Dang Soha tread deeper into the heart of this deste ce. Bound by their allegiance to the Murim, these four had used a mart as a stronghold on the fourth floor, which hosts the Zombie Wave as its main mission. They had suffered a crushing defeat at the hands of Jinhyuk, for which they had been training tirelessly within their respective factions, waiting for the opportunity to redeem themselves. We can finally avenge the humiliation that low-born inflicted upon us, Dang Soha grinds his teeth in anger, an emotion shared by hispanions. Lucky for us, the sect leader gave us another chance, they murmured. But why would the alliance entrust this mission to a mere corpse animated by sorcery? Hwangbo Geunak inquired, a question that was answered by the fifth person, a woman with short hair and a long sword slung over her shoulder. She was none other than Baek Seollin, also known as Seolun Sword, from the Huashan faction. Baek Seollin was also one of the Hidden Dragons, known to have broken through the barrier of peak-level martial artists and closely approaching the realm of the supreme. Hwangbo Geunak hesitated but couldnt shake off the feeling of impropriety in a righteous faction allied with the lich. Were at war with the Empire and theres intelligence that the Heavenly Demon has finished his seclusion. Theres no luxury of choosing means, she exined, highlighting the urgency driving the Murim, especially considering the Heavenly Demon could be a double-edged sword. The Kunlun sect was keeping a close watch on the demonic sects movements. But if the Heavenly Demon, the Dark Emperor, or other high-ranking officials from the demonic sect were to take action, Kunlun alone would not be able to withstand them. The n was to weaken the Empires territory quickly while ensuring the yers under the Empires protection would not be capable of aiding, extending their influence even outside the towers reach. As they approached the throne room, they finally came face to face with a boss monster known as a lich, an immortal sorcerer with overwhelming magical powers, sitting atop his throne. Yourete. Do humans value even the moments they live in? the lich spoke with a prating re. Jegal Cheon felt insulted but before he could retort, Baek Seollin intervened. The lich offered them assistance, as everything on Earth bowed to his will. Baek Seollin declined, yet something else in the pce caught her attention. Who is that woman? Shes the only human amongst the many in Europe who provided me with entertainment. Shes been especially kept alive due to the interesting aura she exudes, the lich replied nonchntly. The woman in question, bound by blood-stained chains, was Theresa Amsterdams saint. Despite her valiant efforts to save the city, all was in vain against the lichs power. As Baek Seollin observed Theresas torment, the lichs magic intensified, eager to explore the effects of his cruel torment. Nations like Korea, the USA, Japan, India, and Russia decided to send troops to support Europe. Due to the fact that the lich could be damaged only by magic,rge numbers of yers were mobilized for the raid. Korean teams, including the Dangun Guild led by Mongyuho, the Fighting Fathers Guild led by Gong Minwoo, and Jinhyuk with a select few were headed to their respective destinations. Never thought Id be on a military ne like this, Jinhyuk mused, eyeing everyone including Cheon Yuseong, who despite his constantints, had be an indispensable partner, especially now in the absence of Ellis. Jinhyuk assured Yuseong that his concerns mattered, even as they quarreled lightheartedly. It was Jinhyuks twisted form of care, preparing them for battle. As their transport flew, a dreadful explosion urred, signaling an attack. Swarms of gargoyles, influenced by the Specters Reincarnation attacked with extraordinary resistance to physical attacks. It was a dire situation until Jinhyuk unleashed a powerful spell; Bingha Jojoong (cial Sculpture), creating a massive ice sphere that shattered into countless fragments, freezing the gargoyles solid, iming the skies for himself. Chapter 198: The Immortal Archmage (2) Chapter 198: The Immortal Archmage (2) [This magic is?] The unconstrained, chaotic voice of the Lich was interrupted by an anomaly. It had no choice but to be. At the current level of humans, using magic powerful enough to destroy even one gargoyle was believed to be no easy feat. In truth, during its rampage across Europe, the damage dealt to undead monsters was virtually non-existent. It was only logical that if they had built up a defensivework of this caliber, at least 80% of the intruders would normally be thrown into the sea. But now. He was using wide-scale magic without even blinking an eye. The level of sense and speed in forming circles wasnt just on a remarkable level. [Does this mean hes reinterpreted the formtions to shape them into higher-tier spells?] A realm difficult to reach even for Liches who had devoted centuries to studying magic. It was a scene hard to believe even while watching it. The others were equally astonished, those who had once stood beside Jinhyuk, guarding him. How much could Brother have grown in the time we were apart? I knew he was versatile, but just how far do his abilities actually go? I wouldnt have guessed that he could even rival a Lich specialized in magic. Yoo Yeonhwa and Lee Taemin swallowed their saliva. They struggled to enhance even a single skill. Yet, to witness Jinhyuk wield overwhelming power in every aspect was nothing short of astounding. Wolyeong looked on with eyes as wide as a startled rabbit. The best understanding and use of ice-based martial arts in the Murim belonged to the Beokhaegung (). Naturally resistant to cold, one would turn snowstorms and cutting winds into a bed from birth. Among them, the head of the Beokhaegung was considered a genius among geniuses, endowed with both talent and hard work. However, it was different now. I only faced the head of Beokhaegung once but its clear. The martial arts my lord has shown They were undoubtedly several levels above the Beokhaegungs head. My lord when did you achieve such a profound level of Ice White Spirit Arts? Even by my limited insight, it seems youve reached a higher realm than the head of Beokhaegung Hmm. She asked rather directly about a sensitive subject. I cant tell her the truth, so I should concoct a suitable response here. Now, what would be fitting? After a brief moment of contemtion, Jinhyuk freely fabricated a response without hesitation. After eating one Millennium Snow Ginseng from Amwangs treasures, it sort of just happened. Ah From Amwangs treasures, no, you mean you consumed the entire Millennium Snow Ginseng? Yep. It was an absurd im, but Wolyeong would have no choice but to believe it. How would anyone in Heukpung have even seen a Millennium Snow Ginseng? At most, they would have heard about how it was ingested by a promising sessor of one of the Nine Factions, or how a demon of the Witch n devoured it as a snack. Finally Cheon Yuseong, who seemed quite discontent, muttered to himself. I was just about to deal with them all. His disappointment was an addedyer. Yes, yes. Of course, you were. Really! The techniques of the Pursuit Sword that I recently mastered Cheon Yuseong tried to protest, but Jinhyuks attention had already turned to the Lich. So. Is this your whole wee? If so, Im rather disappointed [Disappointed? You dare im disappointment after merely handling a flock of gargoyles?] The first impression is most important. One nce and you can gauge the overall standard. Or perhaps, you were hoping to say something like These are the weakest of my subordinates from the era of Goguryeo? I have my suspicions, but it would be nice if that were not the case. Its too predictable. However, my prediction seemed spot on. The voice of the Lich came to an abrupt halt. [] Whoa. There was a twitch. It was obvious it wanted to make that cliche statement and had hesitated. Why waste our time with such things? Instead of posting weaklings on the outskirts to test the waters. Why not just summon a Core Dragon with a few Death Knights as Dragon Knights? If the boss has such a foolish n to allow us to grow by slowly eliminating the weak ones, then hes not much of a boss. If it were me, I would have crushed my opponent from the beginning with my most reliable subordinates. Tsk, tsk. Jinhyuk tantly clicked his tongue. And then [Thats not a bad idea. I suppose dealing with you should be ced above guarding this spot.] The Lich did not deny his words. Rather, it epted Jinhyuks suggestion with enthusiasm. Woonggg! A fissure opened in the air. 1m 2m 5m A ck gate engulfed in mes expanded rapidly. It was arge-scale gate. What came through was a Core Dragon, spanning 20 meters in length. Kraaaaa! The atmosphere surged. The sheer presence made any attempt to estimate its level moot. The overwhelming size and the overflowing mana left no doubtthough it may be a dead carcass, a dragon was still a dragon. Moreover, atop the dragon were knights adorned in ck armor, wielding rune-etched swords. Death Knights. The utmost in closebat undead monsters capable of manipting aura. . Three Death Knights red intensely through their helms. As if to prove they were once knights, their contained ferocity was akin to unwavering spears. Damn it! Is your mouth some kind of disaster-bringer? Unable to hold back, Cheon Yuseong cursed. The same guy whod said hed handle it all, now that the stage was set, he was angry. More than anything, this wasnt merely boasting gone wrong. Provoking the enemy to summon powerful gatekeepers to this spot. That was exactly what Jinhyuk had hoped for. Hes hooked. It was normally a destination one would reach only after countless hours and effort. How many foes must one defeat and how much time must pass before reaching that ce? But thanks to the gates opening, there was no need to waste that time. Since the gate allowed two-way traffic, he could reach the Lichs location at any time. Gates typicallyst around 10 minutes. I must settle the battle within that time span. Jinhyuk quickly activated his spatial inventory. A bulky and sluggish military transporter wouldnt be able to dodge the dragons attacks. Then, the appropriate countermeasures would need to be brought out. At Jinhyuks call, sweet potatoes and elemental spirits responded. Sweetie! Apparently, the hierarchy within the spatial inventory was decided. The others were only stealthily ncing around the sweet potato. Jinhyuk mounted the sweet potato. Get on, one by one. Hurry. Realizing that fighting was the only option left, everyone quickly took one of the elemental spirits for themselves. And you guys, if you drop any of these into the sea, you can consider it yourst day in the world. Got it? Dont worry, Ill do well! Trust us, master! Yep. Just practiced making wings so hard, Im exhausted. Everybody quiet down. Its too noisy. The elemental spirits each used their unique properties to create wings that allowed them to fly. Then, take care of yourselves. The pilot wished them luck. As they all left the transporter, the real air battle began. The signal for battle was given by the searing surge of a Smander. The slender me struck the side of the Core Dragon. Boom! A massive explosion ensued, followed by billowing smoke. Through the gap, ice arrows created by Jinhyuk flew like lightning. Yet. Crack! They proved insufficient to pierce the dragons bones. It was to be expected, a defense that beggared belief. A magic of the 9th ss or higher would be necessary for an impact or perhaps the physical force known as Sword Force, regarded as the supreme strength. Cheon Yuseong too must have had the same thought as he approached Jinhyuk. We need to get close enough for the sword to reach. If you and I join forces, we can take down the Death Knights and sever the Core Dragons lifeline. Like any dragon, the Core Dragon also operated through a Dragon Heart. Though modified by the Lichs dark magics, its weaknesses remained as any typical dragon. Thats when Cheon Yuseong shifted his weight forward. A sudden jolt. His entire bodys senses stood on edge. Hiss! Upon seeing the umted energy in the Core Dragons mouth, Jinhyuk yelled. Dodge! Kaboom! Concentrated acid sprayed forth in a straight line. The clouds split, and waves evaporated. Hiss! Steam obscured the visibility. A mere graze would leave nothing to recover. Jinhyuk, narrowly avoiding the attack, looked over hispanions. Fortunately, no one was struck. They had all managed to dodge, seasoned by their past battles. However. All of that was just a matter of time. Regardless of how quickly the elemental spirits were flying, they couldnt outrun the dragon. [You scurry like rats, but Ill teach you its futility! This is the end!] The Lich roared. Simultaneously. [The Core Dragon activates Lv?? Fear!] An undeniable oppression mped down on every fiber of their beings. An authority only usable by dragons. The ultimate power to hold all living creatures in contempt. Fear. This is Ugh! I cant move. Overwhelmed by absolute terror, the elemental spirits froze in ce. Once more, the breath began to condense. If struck, they would unavoidably be submerged in a corrosive sea. But there was something the Lich didnt anticipate. There were levels to the Fear used by dragons. And the strongestancient dragonswere known to wield the most potent kind. [The sweet potato activates Lv4 Fear!] Moogie! The oppressive atmosphere cleared. Or rather, the building energy in the Core Dragons mouth faltered. It was affected by the sweet potatos Fear. A living Ancient-tier dragon might have been a problem, but gloating with a mere corpse is foolish. The hierarchy of skills holds true above the levels of skills. The dragons could never surpass the ancient kind. Proudly, the sweet potato spread its wings wide. Yes. Thats my pet. Jinhyuk gently stroked the head of the sweet potato. [That small reptile, could it truly be an ancient dragon? Such preposterous How could a human tame an ancient dragon? Its unbelievable. It cannot be!] The Lich muttered in disbelief. Of course, whether it believed or not waspletely irrelevant. Now! Yes, Brother! At Jinhyuks signal, Lee Taemins drones switched the magic bullets to special rounds. Bang! Blue smoke carried aplex mix of magical energies. Naturally, it confused the undead, who used magical residue to track their targets. And that was their cue. Led by Jinhyuk, Cheon Yuseong, Lee Taemin, and Yoo Yeonhwa dispersed in all directions. Wolyeong darted viciously downward. Kraaaa! The Core Dragon wildly tossed its head from side to side. Hiss! The Death Knights atop it also raised their aura des, ready for the impending sneak attack. Instinctively, they realized this was the most perilous moment. Everywhere, from all sides, Enemies could be lurking. And any of those foes had enough force to injure them. There could be no carelessness. An intense atmosphere wrapped the final showdown. However, What followed once again leaped far beyond expectations. [What, what is this madness?] Enraged, the Lich let out a thunderous shout. Chapter 199: The Immortal Great Sorcerer (3) Chapter 199: The Immortal Great Sorcerer (3) Fwssssh Having urately timed 10 minutes, the gate closed the moment Jinhyuk and his party passed through. Thendscape in view had changed. Instead of the rough seas and overcast skies, an antique European-style pce had appeared. Gardens filled with dark-tinted flowers. Here, positioned were numerous undead monsters including the lich, the main culprit of this outbreak. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. Not all of them came through. There were still around five death knights remaining. Though a couple of ranks below those riding the bondragons, a death knight was still a death knight. If knights capable of using Aura de and the lich were grouped together, it meant they retained at least the bare minimum defenses. Moreover, if those inside joined in, victory could not yet be guaranteed. Most importantly, rescuing Miss Teresa is the priority. Jinhyuks gaze shifted elsewhere. Invisible to the eye, he sensed powerful magic energy beyond the garden. A mix of good and evil. A struggle between a will trying desperately to remain sane and a desire to sumb and corrupt was palpable. Even at this moment, someone was clinging to consciousness. They can probablyst 30 minutes at best. Though the fall of the saint was part of their n, if the timing and circumstances werent perfectly controlled, it could result in an irreversible situation. An uncontrolled nuclear bomb could serve as a double-edged sword. As Jinhyuk was sorting out these scenarios, the enraged lich bellowed. Feigning a straight fight and then escaping through the gate I opened like rats! Have you no shred of dignity left? Provoking an atmosphere only to slip away through the gate amidst the confusion was unexpected. Even demons, who consider such tactics a virtue, would not stoop to this. However, the lich was unaware. That even demons would shake their heads at what veterans are capable of. Jinhyuk retorted as if it were obvious. Im no fool. Why should I fight those bondragons and death knights? Maybe a righteous knight would engage in a duel in the name of honor. But this was war. The goal was to pursue the best efficiency, without regard to means or methods. And in the current situation, the best strategy was to siphon off the enemys forces and weaken them before taking out their leader directly. Jinhyuk swiftly triggered Greeds Eyes. [Bayrodoom] Race: Undead Age: 3005 Level: 91 Strength 55 Agility 60 Stamina 45 Magic Power 213 Unique Ability: Great Magic Skills: Lv19 Elemental Magic, Lv18 Dark Magic, Lv18 Necromancy, Lv18 Undead Craft, Lv17 Curse Profile: Bayrodoom was once a great imperial magician who had climbed the tower but, upon realizing his limits and despairing, he made a deal with the demon king to be a lich. He is proficient not only in the magic of the five elements but also in dark magic and is willing to face any danger and pay any price in the pursuit of his intellectual curiosity. [Copy Condition: A lich who has always looked down on everything since bing one. If you can let him experience the bitter taste of life in a dire way, you can copy one of the skills he possesses.] An immediate subordinant of a high-ranking demon and the boss monster controlling the 14th floor. This is the lich Bayrodoom. Jinhyuks lips slightly curved up when he saw the copy condition. A skill that would be quite useful in climbing the tower had caught his eye. Showing someone the bitterness of life is my forte. A rough n formed in his mind. To begin with Jinhyuk whispered something softly into the ear of Sweet Potato. Disdain () implies looking down on someone. However, to ignore () means to have no interest in someones very worth. Crunch In this sense, Bayrodoom had to feel an indescribable rage. How dare they tantly ignore me while Im right in front of them? Admitting that the human possessed a decent level of magical skill was one thing. Even acknowledging how they poked at a weakness to arrive here was eptable. But That was only in consideration of trivial human standards. If you think such tricks will work you are sorely mistaken. Bayrodoom reached out his hand again. If the gate was closed, just open it again. Woong The space wavered, as the gate that just closed began to open once more. But What was a gap as big as an adults fist vanished quickly. Not a mishap of the spell. Would a great sorcerer, who had dealt with magic all his life, ever make such a mistake? This was a direct nullification of the magics activation. You read my spell? Thats impossible! His enchantment wasyered with several bypass circuits to prevent external interference. Breaking down such aplex blueprint and altering the circuit was next to impossible. Even if that someone was himself. It might be hard to notice from afar, but from this distance disruption is quite manageable, especially with your magic level being unimpressive. Stop joking. A mere centuries-old human has no right to discuss magic in front of me! I am an immortal sorcerer! The lich spat out, his voice seething with anger. At the same time, the air began to vibrate violently. [A holy relic is being unleashed!] A ck cubic die appeared before Bayrodoom. Instead of dots, red runes and symbols were marked on each face. The ck Horn Die !? At Jinhyuks murmur, Bayrodooms eyes flinched sharply. You how do you know about this die? Quite a while back, I fought for three days and nights with someone who understood this die far better than you. That guy was strong enough on his own, but this thing made it quite a headache. He was neither a lich nor a demon, but a demon king. The battle against a monster who transcended all norms was an unforgettable memory for a lifetime. And if he had once fought against such a creature A mere lich wouldnt be a problem. Even if his level and stats were less now. Even if he could wield the magic artifact, the ck Horn Die. Just that. Nothing more. Stop your bluffs! No human who has seen this die could possibly survive! Well, that might be true for a normal human. Unfortunately, Im a bit far from being ordinary. Always yapping your mouth! Fine. Lets see if your words hold any truth. Ill test it right now. The lich flipped the die. A face with the design of a turtle shell and runes appeared. Though the range was limited, this shield possessed an absolute judgment. Kwaaaaaang! The sword energy was shattered upon hitting the transparent shield. But Bayrodooms body still staggered greatly from the unabsorbed impact. Hes got quite the headache-inducing skill, that lich Cheon Yuseong clicked his tongue. Then, he gestured overtly towards Jinhyuk. This is my recently perfected Chasehong Sword. As you can see, even that lich, whos giving you trouble, cant stand against this sword. Hmmm He seemed as proud as a grade-schooler who aced a spelling test. Should he get a Good job sticker and a pat on the head? Who do you think you are to speak so rudely to the master? Do you know who this person is? Now, Wol Young burst with a fearsome aura. Enraged at Cheon Yuseong for talking back to Jinhyuk. Of course, Cheon Yuseong wasnt one to stay silent. And who might you be? I am Shadow, serving the master. I am Wol Young. Shadow or whatever, why do you speak as if you know him so well? Whats strange about a sword knowing its master well? I cant believe this. I have fought alongside him for years. No one knows better about him than I do. You speak as if youre close friends with the master. However, the master never mentioned you to me. Thats because that damned Colonel Timo trusts me more than you. Their voices grew louder. While Bayrodoom was recovering and concentrating his magical power, the two seemed utterly unconcerned. Is this really the time to fight among ourselves? Dont you see that lich is still fine there? You can tie his feet up with a sword energy, but you need to cast a magical attack to deliver a decisive blow, dont you understand? Please, stop the arguing already. And dont even think about drawing swords at each other. No matter if its the lich or whatever, whats important to me is fixing the attitude of this insolent brat. I feel the same, master. Please tell us. Among the humans and the allies, who is more important to you? These crazy people. Europe might be on the brink of destruction, but is their pride more important than that? Jinhyuk massaged his temples. He was thankful for them drawing Bayrodooms attention, but the thought of managing apany with these people was already giving him a headache. Yet Almost resembling a whine born from aggravation, his casual demeanor soon disappeared. Softly. With the light sound of stepping on grass A new person intervened. Chilling. The air underwent a sudden change. ! !! . All three turned their gaze simultaneously in one direction. Chapter 200 Chapter 200 Episode 200: The Sword of Mt. Hua, Baek Seolrin Soft rustling. The sound of brushing past grass was unusually light, As if devoid of weight. A figure able to evoke a single plum blossom with its elegance. The nobility emanating from the fair skin and ck hair made one involuntarily think, She is beautiful. This was Mt. Hua. A prominent family and member of the Nine Martial Factions, renowned for possessing the most graceful de techniques. I am Baek Seolrin from Mt. Hua. Baek Seolrin greeted with a modest fist-and-palm salute. In every movement, there was a sense of ease. Indeed It didnt seem like an exaggeration that this faction, alongside Mt. Kunlun, had shed incessantly with the Heavenly Demon Sect and survived. If a young expert, not even the n leader, was this strong. Once aware of their formidable opponent, Cheon Yuseong and Wol Yeong stopped their fight. Yu Yeonhwa and Lee Tae-min, positioned further back, watched the developments with keen, tense expressions. But. There was one person. Jinhyuk alone had to struggle to suppress the cheer bursting from within. Aha, truly robust fish flock to the battleground. He had already devoured all avable information about his opponent. From name and age to Unique abilities and skills As well as the conditions for copying them. Name: Baek Seolrin Gender: Female Age: 25 Level: 115 Strength 51 Agility 83 Stamina 56 Internal Energy 172 Unique Ability: Plum Blossom White Cloud Sword Skills: Lv17 Six Harmonies de Technique (), Lv17 Plum Blossom Thirty-Six Spirit Sword Forms (), Lv17 Twenty-Four Plum Blossom de Techniques (), Lv17 Blue Cloud Movement Technique [Copy Condition: The exquisite swordsmanship of Mt. Hua possesses both beauty and mboyance. Among them, Baek Seolrin is an elite sessor with skills above the rest, her pride in Mt. Huas name exceeds imagination. To copy any of her abilities, you must draw out all of her skills. If you can evade all her moves for 5 minutes, you will be able to copy one of her unique abilities or skills.] Its one thing to merely block or neutralize, But to read and dodge every trajectory is apletely different challenge. Especially against an expert like Baek Seolrin. Moreover, besides her, there were several men and women standing behind her. Members of the martial world met during the zombie wave. Namely, Jegal Cheon, Hwangbo Geumak, Nangong Hyun, and Dang Soha. It seems challenging to face her alone, let us lend a hand. Hmm. Even here we meet that sword ghost. The other fellows look familiar too. Ive not met that young lord before but theres a peculiar kinship, isnt he a yer? All were experts skilled in handling sword energy. Swoosh. nk. Along with them, four lower-ranking Death Knights and six liches that had reached the 5th circle of magic had joined forces. Kukukuku! Dark energy slowly wafted around Beyrodoom. It is not your ce to interfere. I merely stayed my hand for enjoyment. These creatures can be swept away by me alone. A mix of emotions dripped from his offended tone. Do you really think thats fine? What are you implying? That human. Hes stalling with wordy. You havent used even a fraction of your power, but neither has he. Baek Seolrin nced at Jinhyuk. He fumbled awkwardly, but it was obviously an act. A very sophisticated one. Stalling for time? Where do you think the vanished ancient species and elemental spirits are headed now? The Sweet Potato and the Five Great Elementals had vanished amid the chaos. Their absence meant they were on an important mission. If there was a reason valuable enough here Could it be? Beyrodooms voice hardened as he realized something. Baek Seolrin smiled gently and spoke again. Life Force Vessel. The most definitive method topletely obliterate the lich, and the Achilles heel for an immortal being. Indeed. That man is after your lifeline. Hoh. A small exmation escaped Jinhyuks lips. He had been causing amotion, attempting to fragment their focus. Yet, this woman had urately seen through his intentions. In reality, the Sweet Potato and elementals were indeed heading to where Beyrodooms Life Force Vessel was located. Securing it would be key to the oue of this battle. However. The n had already gone awry. You You only ever choose the most devious paths. You scorned the Bone Dragon and crossed through the gate. Did you n to stab me in the back using the same scheme? Beyrodooms eyes zed fervently. Its just smart to avoid unnecessary fights. If an easy path lies ahead, why take a difficult one? Do you even know where the Life Force Vessel is? Its I know where it is. Youll need a lot of dark magic to corrupt the saintess, so you mustve kept it somewhere nearby. Jinhyuk cut him off. Silence ensued. Beyrodoom, about to speak,psed into quiet. Without further exnation, the mix of shock and astonishment in the magical energy revealed how much the lich was flustered. The more I see, the more astonishing you are. But tell me, why do you reveal all this before achieving your objective? The reason Simple. Even if I tell you all this, we wont lose. My pets will definitelyplete their mission. Of course, the saintess wont fall to your whims either. In other words everything will go as you wish? Puahaha! So, youre just a human consumed by arrogance. Fine. I could stomp these insects by myself, but lets use a more efficient method. Lets see how long your confidencests Ill take pleasure watching it fade by the saintesss side. Beyrodoom nodded to Baek Seolrin and the martial artists, indicating his willingness to fight together. Without further obstinance, they readied themselves, with Baek Seolrin gripping her sword solidly. Fwsshh! The sword aglow with sword energy thrust forward. The radiance was blinding. It was clear to see, even for someone like Cheon Yuseong or Wol Yeong, someone too inexperienced to handle this level. Meanwhile, Beyrodoom, with several liches, flew towards the location of Teresa and the Life Force Vessel. Leaving this ce to Baek Seolrin and the warriors of the martial world, he pursued the fleeing elementals. As long as I protect the Life Force Vessel and corrupt the saintess, there will be no variables that could lead to my defeat in this fight. Beyrodoom smirked with venomous confidence. As you heard, it seems youll have to stay here for a while. Baek Seolrin brought her sword down, marking a line 5 meters in front of her. A warning. Cross it, and she would cut down anything, no matter what it is. Hmm. It cant be helped. Jinhyuk pulled a fang and the pair of Ssangryong swords from his spatial inventory. Dual swords of different lengths filled his hands. Arent you going to chase after the lich? Cheon Yuseong furrowed his brows, expecting Jinhyuk to follow instead of fight. Its a simple fact that no one except me can take down thatdy with the sword; what can I do? Although Im not fond of you, Im not cruel enough to turn a blind eye and let your head roll. Familiarity breeds fondness. If the Sword Saint died, it seemed not even a bowl of spicy soup could pass through his throat. You dont think I can defeat that thing, do you? Huh? No? It looks to me like youd be dead within three moves. Cheon Yuseong ground his teeth. But only for a moment. Get lost. Ill kill all these leftovers, starting with that wench. Kukukukuku! His murderous aura consumed the space. An ominous energy surged out from Cheon Yuseong, unlike anything seen before. Ive bitten onto one, and My lord. Wol Yeong began speaking to Jinhyuk. Hm? I will prove to be more useful than that scoundrel. So, after this ends, promise me I shall be your most trusted sword. If you fight better than that jerk, of course, I should. Honestly, I trust you the most. So, show off all your skills. Really, my lord? Of course. The arm bends inward, after all, were all the limbs of the same Dark Emperor. Were different from the ordinary yers and martial artists. Jinhyuk nodded. He havent forgotten to whisper just softly enough to keep it from Cheon Yuseongs ears. Indeed,petition among servants is an excellent motivator. Better than any incentive or work-life bnce the thrill of crushing an irksome rival next to you. Having sent his good wishes to Yu Yeonhwa and Lee Tae-min, If you take care of the martial artists goons, keep the Death Knights from interfering. Dont push yourselves. Dont worry about the back and go. I can smash the Death Knights with my bare fists. Please rescue Saint Teresa. Brother. Yu Yeonhwa answered by channeling magical energy into her gauntlets. Lee Tae-min also reactivated his drones. Truly reliablerades. Strong enough to have your back as you face forward. The sword prepared by Beyrodoom. The sword prepared by this side. Which would prove sharper was about to be decided. Kwaang! Using the Sword Devil Emperors Gaze, Jinhyuk charged after Beyrodoom. A light filled Baek Seolrins eyes. I said not to cross the line. Vooom! The richly decorated sword sliced through the air in a diagonal line. However, ng! The sword sh shattered in midair. With the might of a mountain, Cheon Yuseong intercepted Baek Seolrin, blocking her path. Its not for you to define where the line is. You do not know your ce. Do you really think you mere beings can stop me? Its you who is ignorant. Cheon Yuseongs re grew icy. The Sword Saint. The one who has reached the pinnacle and understands all aspects of the sword. Cheon Yuseong had once been the yer who defeated Even the supetive swordsman of Mt. Hua, Plum Blossom Sword Show. Footsteps quickened. Despite a frantic chase, Jinhyuk could not see Beyrodoom. He must have teleported en route. True to his moniker as a Grand Sorcerer, Beyrodoom had likely arrived where the Life Force Vessel was ahead of time. Running for a few minutes more, Jinhyuk arrived at his destination. But then, Unbelievable. There was something even Jinhyuk had overlooked. First was the fact that Beyrodooms mastery over the ck Corner Dice was no less formidable than the previous Demon Lords. And the second The meaning behind the words in his detailed description, If it serves his intellectual pursuit, he is prepared to face any danger or pay any cost, was fundamentally different from themon understanding. His heart pounded frantically. The scene unfolding before him was A veritable demon realm. Chapter 201: The Fallen Saint (1) Chapter 201: The Fallen Saint (1) A member of Rosenberg family must always know honor, protect the weak, and never submit to the powerful. Theresa had strived her whole life to uphold her familys creed. If she could save kind-hearted people If she could even sacrifice her own life to save the world She would be content. She was prepared to sacrifice everything for that one cause alone. Thats what she thought. But. Even after burning everything she had, saving everyone proved to be an impossible task. With these weak hands what can I possibly do? In the past, when the 3rd Despair manifested in Beijing. Even now, during the outbreak in Europe. She could do nothing. Can she truly be called a saint who protects everyone with this meager strength? Theresa lifted her pale face. Throb! Throb! Throb! She didnt know how long this pain hadsted. Her mind had be so frail that shed lost sense of time. However, the heart she thought had eroded and withered was once again writhing in pain. When Bairoth returned from his journey, in his skeletal hand, he held a familiar womans hair. It was Maria from the Olympus Guild. Like Theresa, she was one of the 100 yers, but she was no match for Bairoth. Still nning to persevere? Fine. Lets see if you can endure more. Bairoth dragged Maria right in front of Theresa. Then he used ck magic. Crimson lines ensnared Marias spirit. Creak creak creak! Aaaagh! Maria screamed in unimaginable agony. The pain was iparable to any physical suffering. Knowing well how horrific the experience was, Theresa bit her lip until it bled. Thats enough. Please just stop! Its not for me to decide when to stop. Cease your resistance and ept your fate. Then, I will end all this torment. Surrender. How sweet that word was. Seeing Theresas pupils waver, Bairoth delivered the final blow. Theres a human here to save you. His name is Jinhyuk, I believe? She twitched. Theresas expression changed further. Jinhyuk came here for me? Yes. Hes causing quite amotion out there. But dont hold out hope. Just like I captured you, I n to use all the hidden features of the ck Horn Dice on him. ! Again. The same painful memory was about to repeat. No matter how strong Jinhyuk is, he cannot match a fully-powered Bairoth. If the dice are fully revealed That strength is of apletely different dimension. Do you n to kill him? Of course. After capturing him alive, Ill tear him to shreds before your eyes. Ah Despair continued. His words were no false threat. No shallow intimidation. Bairoth had the ability and the will to do it. After that, Ill kill everyone you remember, leaving no one alive. The nightmare continued. It was never going to end until she gave up. Ah, no With that, Ill reduce this country and the world you tried to protect to ashes. With Bairoths words, Something deep within Theresas heart, That had been hanging by a thread, Snapped at this moment. Tears! ck tears flowed down both of Theresas eyes. At the same time. [The Saint of Salvation falls into corruption.] [All magic in the vicinity is converted into magical power!] [Beings in the upper levels of the tower detect the anomaly.] [Several major forces take notice of this event.] Along with the series of red notification windows. Boom boom boom boom! A streak of ck light fell from the sky. Boom! Finally, Jinhyuk reached his destination. Its already been done, shes fallen. But everything was toote. Fuahaha! It has finallye to frution! This undead-dominatednd is a paradise for the fallen saint, powered by magic! Now there is no human who can challenge the saint! The sight of Theresa, tears of ck streaming from her eyes, and Bairoth in manicughter was seen. The Fall of the Saint. Her once pure white armor was now stained ck, and the pure aura vanished. No, her presence now seemed even darker and more ominous than Bairoths. Hmm Theresa slowly looked around. She was no longer bound by the chains of magic. Good thing you got out. I couldnt stand watching that simpleton struggle. I almost vomited from the ustrophobia. When fallen, a persons character changes, entirely erasing their previous nature. Instead, the instincts deeply hidden within take their ce. Good to know. Allow me to reintroduce myself. I am Bairoth, the boss in charge of the 14th floor, and at the same time the Legion Commander of the Second Demon Magic Corps in the demon world. Fancy titles you have there. Seems like youre someone important? Thats right. Im also your new master you should serve from now on. A fallen saint has an inclination towards strong magic. And thats why he had a Life Force Vessel, the source of a Lichs life, close by. Definitely. Its an attractive magic. Kind of fits my taste. Theresa smirked. That smile Felt chillingly cold. Bairoth, feeling satisfied, pointed his index finger at Jinhyuk. Itd be best to deal with formerrades swiftly. To celebrate your true freedom, start by cutting off that mans head. Well talk thereafter. A formerrade that sounds fun. Theresa gripped her sword. And in one fluid motion, closed the distance between her and Jinhyuk. Here shees. Click! While she was already a capable fighter before, now fallen, her movements were on apletely different level than when she fought in the corridor. In terms of magic. In terms of speed. Naturally, a fallen saint can wield power beyond measure in a ce seething with magic. Ugh! Having prated the safety distance, Jinhyuk had no choice but to respond. [Unique Ability Sword Graveyard activated!] ck aura flux surrounded his twin fangs and double dragon swords. I have to block this. In sync with Theresas greatsword, his two swords moved left and right. Boom! Although he managed to block the attack, the heavy sensation in his hands told him just how much stronger Theresa had be. Particles of ck spark scattered everywhere. Even with a strength stat of 71, he was pushed back. Despite having stats nearly on par with arge raids main tank. This is a brutally blunt attack. At least a few levels above Emperor Penheimers Aura de. No, he wondered how many knights of the Empire could rival Theresa. Boom! Boom! Bang! Bang! Against the storm-like barrage of strikes, Jinhyuk frantically moved. The greatsword that grazed his head stopped abruptly in mid-air, then sharply changed direction downwards. This is insane!? How could such heavy sword make such a maneuver? Boom boom boom! A deep scar formed on the ground. Had he not redirected the swords trajectory with his fangs at that instant, he would have been split in half from head to toe. But there was no time for relief. A st of solidified qi erupted from the sword halfway sunken into the ground. Boom boom boom! With such a dense essence of Aura de, the mere touch of the sword altered the terrain. With lips moistened by her tongue, Theresa asked, How long will you just dodge? A passive mancks charm, dont you know? Hasnt your personality changed a bit too much? When the real Theresaes back, you wont be able to leave your bed in shame for a year, right? Dont worry. Even if I return to my old self, I wont remember this incident. It was built that way, huh. In the past, there had never been a yer who had fallen, so Jinhyuk didnt know how the switch of personalities worked. Or maybe youre hesitating to hurt my body, fearing if you do,ter in hell youll suffer, is that it? You dont know, but Ive been living in hell already. With Ellis, Cheonyuseong, Wolhaeng, even Goguma Pacifying these outrageous characters makes me feel like Im in hell already. And its not like I was going to keep dodging. This time Ill attack. It wasnt hesitation over the possibility of hurting Theresa. By now, you should befortable with it. Jinhyuk infused his sword with mana. The strong energy he poured into it was now reaching the peak. The Sword Graveyard is at its zenith. Suddenly, the air around them sharply changed. ! Theresa too must have sensed the difference, as she quickly backed away and assumed her stance. Her Aura de surged nearly 2 meters high. Just at that moment. Mahongeommoo (Devil Soul Sword Dance) The de darkened. The First Formtion. And the surroundings turned dark alike. Kwangmajilso (Mad Devil Erase) Finally, everything visible in front of him was painted ck. Slice! The sword of the Sword Demon manifested as a single line. It was a close to perfect sh. However. Boom! Suddenly, Theresa, bearing no wounds, was in front of him again. I thought the first form of Mahongeommoo would be enough How ridiculously strong is being corrupted? Jinhyuk swung his Fang again. But. Theresas fingertip reached his cheek first. No intention of attack was felt. Rather her lip corners held full of affection. Ive always felt it, you are quite charming. Im crazed with desire. Are you like a star that cannot be captured? Her soft finger traced down his cheek. Down his Adams apple to his chest. When her finger stopped where his heart was, Jinhyuk felt a chilling coldness. With a greatsword pressed against his abdomen, it was hard to decide whether to blush or kick her away. To stay alive, thetter seems necessary Hehe. Dont worry. Though Bairoths magic is attractive, I personally prefer yours. Of course, the simpleton would not want you dead either. What do you mean? This time, it was Bairoth who eximed in shock. Of course, he never imagined that the saint, who he believed was under his control, would suddenly betray him. Didnt know? This mans magic is stronger. So denseso true to instinct. Theresas pupils dted dreamily. Gone was the innocent and pure image from before. Instead, an enchanting and decadent allure overwhelmed. Its all good, but please keep some distance when talking. Even if her personality was predictable, its still ufortable. As Jinhyuk took a step back, Theresa smiled more mysteriously. Feeling burdened? But what can I do? This is who I am. Is that so? You prefer me to him? Right. At least for now. Thats preposterous! My magic is less than a mere human? Unable to ept the reality, Bairoth shouted out. Oh dear. Cant believe it? Maybe you didnt realize because you were too focused on magic his magic isnt from the same origin. Not the same origin? Right. If anything, its closer to those from the martial world. Sword Graveyard. The source of its magic lies with the Sword Demon. The one to receive the fallen saints choice. It was predetermined from the start. Truly Creating this situation took a lot of effort. If any piece had gone astray, it could have undone everything, but eventually, everyponent yed its part perfectly. Thats why I said. Jinhyuks lips curled upwards. No matter what happens, in the end, everything moves within my n. Who do you think initiated the thought of making Theresa fall in the first ce? Chapter 202: The Fallen Saint (Part 2) Chapter 202: The Fallen Saint (Part 2) Chapter 202. The Fallen Saint (Part 2) Could it be thats what you were aiming for? Bairodoom muttered in disbelief. It was he who had found the interesting concept of a saint. And it was he who had conceived the idea of her corruption. He was certain that all his preparations were perfect. But how did things end up like this? The tangled thread was so twisted he didnt have the slightest clue where to start unraveling it. Have I underestimated the humans? But that seemed unlikely the humans he had encountered up until now were far too inferior. Even the strongest yers crumbled to mere ashes with a few of his spells. The army and all the other military forces had been virtually annihted by the legion of the undead. There was not a single aspect of humanity that merited overestimation. Which meant Only that one human is exceptionally strong, beyond the norm. There was no other exnation. His ridiculous strength and ability to strategize under any circumstance. And above all, an unwaveringposure in any situation. The root cause of all these problems was his underestimation of that one human. Indeed Bairodoom nodded slightly. At this point, he had no choice but to ept the truth. If he did not use his full power against that human irreversible consequences could ur. Having lost the saint, we cant afford any more damage. I concede, so far, the victory is yours. But dont raise your ss too soon. I, too, have a move up my sleeve. Bairodoom took out the ck-horned dice. Unlike before, this time the faces of the dice began to shine simultaneously. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. Could it be? He had thought thest ability of the ck-horned dice could only be managed by him. For a boss monster on the 10th floor to know this It seemed this creature too had something to fall back on. Fshhh! The symbols on the dice ovepped into one. Ancient runes formed six engravings around the symbol. Above these engravings, a scarlet swirl arose. Intense. Waves of magic pricked his skin. Ooh. A sound of intrigue escaped Teresa, who stood beside him. No surprise there. What was approaching from beyond was one of the most formidable melee monsters renowned even in the demon realm. Thud. With a light step, a man with blue glowing eyes, white skin, and white hair appeared. He was different from the others. This creature before them was a Grand Sword Master-ss Death Knight. No need for a bulky armor his slender ted armor had defensive magic inscribed, and his outfit revealed his limbs. Prioritizing mobility, his shoes and bnced physique were perfect that, merely standing before him, he inspired awe. Thats the thing that subdued you, wasnt it? Though, strictly speaking, it was the little one who was defeated. Teresa shrugged her shoulders. That is going to be quite a headache. The magician Bairodoom was providing support from the rear, while the Death Knight stood blocking the front. It was abination that could exhibit optimal efficiency even with just those two. Of course, the advantage of thisbination was something we could leverage as well. How about it. Do you think you can handle it? I guess? Ill be able to use my mana freely, so itll be different this time. Then, Ill leave the Death Knight to you. Id rather y with that lich anyway. Thats fine with me, but in return, promise me one thing. A promise? Youll have to maintain a strong presence. Keep it interesting for me. As long as you can do that, I wont have cause to draw my sword against you, and that little one wont have to mourn the loss of loved ones. It was easy to forget, given her familiar expressions. Teresa was corrupted. The only reason she was joining in was because my mana was the strongest. Due to the nature of her split personality, her original character would once again be dominant after the fight, but once corrupted, the current persona might awaken at any time. If the Demon King or a high-ranking demon manifested, she could betray me at any moment. Thats why Teresa was urging me. Dont be outdone by them. And, help so that her original persona would no longer be hurt. Reminds me of the old days. Remember? You were just as anxious back then, like a sandcastle about to crumble. The day I first met Teresa. I had made a request of her. No matter what happens. Always trust in me. Seems like I do remember it quite clearly. Teresa smiled subtly, satisfied with the answer she received. I dont mind men who dont forget anniversaries. Of course, with the Queen of Leeches sticking to your side, I wont daree any closer. Screech! Teresa drew her greatsword along the ground and walked forward. The gap narrowed. The Death Knight also took his position with his sword in hand. If you have any honor, you would ept your defeat and withdraw. You are no match for me. My, my. To think a corpse is talking about honor. Find that in a dragons feeding bowl. Im itching to get back at you forst time. Two energies different yet akin collided in the air. In the calm before the storm, Teresa and the Death Knight gauged the distance between them. Three steps, two steps and then one. Teresa moved into a range where one strike could end a life. The atmosphere shifted dramatically. The tense breath they held exploded in an instant. Followed by a relentless, brutal battle that didnt need words like thunderous beasts. Boom! Teresa, wielding her substantial greatsword, chased devastating power ng! While the Death Knight, with a thin and long sword, secured his advantage with speed and agility. The techniques of swordy refined into art. [Teresa uses the Lv17 skill Fall of a Nation!] [All abilities increase by 10% for 1 minute!] As the g inscribed with the symbol of a fallen nation was erected, Teresas movements transformed. Snap! A greatsword thrust upwards in an instant, sending the Death Knights helm flying. Almost simultaneously, the Death Knight, who minimized the impact by tilting his head, thrust his sword into Teresas shoulder pad. Give and take. In a battle for life and limb, each strived to exploit the weaknesses of the other with their swords. Thud! Thud! Jinhyuk brushed off the dust that clung to his body. It seems theyre getting into it over there, so shall we start? Do you really think you can defeat me using both a sword and magic at the same time? Huh? It seemed he was seriously misunderstanding something Theres no need to use a sword when I fight you. Jinhyuk stored his twin swords in his spatial inventory. With magic alone, you are more than enough. In order to improve his skills,peting against a powerful magician was essential. If that magician was of Bairodooms caliber, he would be an exemry sparring partner. Furthermore, the anticipation of trying out even the second phase of fusion made his heart race with excitement. Magic alone Ha! You shouldve known. You really dont see the gravity of your mistake. After all, I didnt think youd write me off as a nobody. Bairodoomsughter, which had been relentless, suddenly ceased. He raised three fingers. Three moves. I will finish you off exactly within three moves. Woosh! Bairodoom slowly levitated into the air, hovering about 10 meters above the ground. Instantly, a red hexagram appeared behind him. In less than a second, a magic circle spanning 5 meters waspleted. You must understand the importance of calction speed if you can create circles yourself. Calction speed. How quickly can one draw aplex magic circle this is crucial in a magic battle. The victor of the battle might be decided on whose circle ispleted first. For this reason, high-ranking mages couldplete these calctions in a blink, while lower-ranking mages would always be at a disadvantage. But, those are novice magicians concerns. At my level, the game changes drastically. Lich created another magic circle with his opposite hand. Dual incantation. Usingpletely different elements, Bairodoom was casting dual incantations. You dont need to lecture me on the basics of magic. So, what are you trying to say? That I wont stand a chance because I can do dual incantations? How many simultaneous incantations do you think I can make? The ability to maintain simultaneous incantations denotes a magicians power. And Bairodoom was Woosh! Woosh! Woosh! Capable of executing 30 incantations all at once. An entire army of incantations! The numerous hexagrams filled the sky. Every single one contained magic powerful enough to reduce its target to ashes in a single blow. This is who I am. Demon Towers upper stratum, a domain ruled by the Demon King and his nobles. He was the legionmander, unmistakably leading the 2nd Magic Division, honored among demons and their kind. All the titles and descriptors pointed to none other than the immortal magician, Bairodoom. He looked down from above, casting a condescending gaze. Whats the matter? Frozen in fear? Its natural to react this way upon feeling such a disparity. Seeing Jinhyuk unable to move, Bairodoom smiled with satisfaction. But right then. Chuckle. Jinhyuk began to chant, barely concealing a snicker. [Unique Abilities Fire Element and cial Sculpting] Fusing two skills together. And then. [Daylight fuses with them!] He added a third skill into the mix. The second capability of fusion was not just uniting two abilities, but syncretizing multiple unique skills and abilities. Up until now, he hadbined magic and meleebat instead of engaging in significant magical confrontations that require a boatload of mana. But today was different. At least to this guy, he would show earnestly what real multiple incantations were. [You have sessfully fused Triple Magic as a unique ability!] [The fused ability will be stored under Worlds Memory.] Using the newly acquired ability, he enhanced the Barrier. Then, based on the enhanced abilities, he recreated multiple incantations. Woosh! One by one. Magic circles based on ancient runes began to emerge over Jinhyuks shoulders. Th-this cant be Bairodooms eyes shook violently. It wasnt just 30 something it was an uncountable number. An endless array of magic circles consumed the sky above. [A 10-star Multiple Sessive Barriers has been constructed.] With a one-minute limit. [Infinite Magic manifests!] Fancy titles like Magic Division were unnecessary for a veteran yer. Even without recognition or adornment, the true ruler of the tower was one who could simply enjoy this world. Ill end this with a single move. Chapter 203: Life Force Vessel Chapter 203: Life Force Vessel Magic shes against magic in a process of annihtion. Kwaaaang! Boom! mes and ice shattered, scattering fragments in all directions. Keugh! Bairodoom mustered all his strength to summon his magical power. His head felt as though it was about to explode from the numerous incantations, but there was no time to rest. Not even for a moment. A single second of misjudged response could be fatal. Even in this very moment, he had no choice but to counter the endlessly falling multitude of spells and the barriers reinforcing and distorting them. [Pentaple Shield is deployed!] The rtively weaker attacks were blocked by the shield. The unmanageable ones werepletely avoided. Bairodoom, more than anyone, knew there was no room for error in each and every move he made. Just one minute. Such an absurdly powerful grand-scale spell couldnt possiblyst forever. Somehow. No matter what it took, he had to buy time. If I can just use a 7th-circle spell once Bairodoom concentrated his mind to cast a new spell. However. [Lv4 Red Magic Bullet is activated!] Pop pop pop! Aaaargh! The swirling red shes pounded the shield, shattering the already weakened magic circle into pieces. Concentrating was impossible. Any attempt to create a new variable, and that despicable humans attacks followed relentlessly like a specter. You think Ill just keep taking hits?! In this situation, one had to counter-attack, even if it meant sustaining some damage. As long as the Life Force Vessel was intact, even fatal wounds wouldnt cost a lich its life. Bairodoom, having blocked the Red Magic Bullet with his bare body, gathered all his mana toplete arge magic circle. Whooosh! [Bairodoom activates the 7th-circle me Eater!] A gigantic fireball, about 3 meters in diameter, materialized. The scorching mes raged at hundreds of degrees. Fire magic, huh Cute. Jinhyuk waved his hand lightly. [The infinite magic Hellfire is activated!] mes of a different caliber scorched forth. Kukukukuku! Bairodooms mes turned to mere dust. It was a natural principle, small mes consumed by arger, zing congration. This is absurd Just the presence of the mes seemed to scorch his entire body. Faced with a high-rank spell of ridiculous strength, he could only sigh. He had to escape. That was the only thought filling Bairodooms mind. Quaquaquaquaquaququa! The firestream that reminded onlookers of the suns halo streaked across the sky. Almost instantaneously, Bairodooms body dispersed into ck smoke. Blink. The short-distance spatial movement spell allowed Bairodoom to reappear about 20 meters to the left. Of course Obvious. Jinhyuk had precisely calcted the coordinates. [The infinite magic Frost Witchs Sigh is activated!] This time, it was an ice spell. Patstssts! A line pierced through Bairodooms chest. Cherjerjer! His body did not take even a second to freezepletely. Unsatisfied with just that, the ice quickly began to extend upwards towards the sky and downwards to the earth. In a split second, a gigantic ice tree connecting heaven and earth had formed. Naturally enclosed, Bairodoom could not even twitch a finger. Jinhyuk, who had taken flight with anti-gravity magic, approached right in front of Bairodoom. You still have about 40 seconds left. You know its pointless to go on, dont you? He stared directly into the rage-filled red glow of the lichs eyes. And at that moment. Pop pop! The ice tree exploded, and ck thorned vines pierced through Jinhyuks body. Or so it seemed. Right before touching Jinhyuk, the vines disintegrated into molecr fragments. It was the first time even Bairodoom had seen such high-circle defensive magic. There cannot be magic unknown to me. Thats impossible! [Bairodoom draws the 8th-circle Dark Sword.] Just as knights have Aura des. A lich has a sword constructed of mana-based attributes. Bairodoom gripped the sinister sword emitting a dangerous aura. But. Even his most powerful magic. Compared to his adversary, was but a speck of dust. [Infinite magic, cial Sculpture Sword of the Heavens appears!] Cutting through the clouds, a sword descended from the sky. This sword was different in size from any other used before. Kukukukuku! Whatever Bairodoom drew forth, it was mockingly countered by an even higher rank spell. A spell of such caliber that it was beyond reach. In overwhelming despair and defeat. Aaaaargh! The sword, almost tens of meters in length, plummeted to the ground alongside Bairodoom. Kwaaaaaang! A vast crater was formed in the earth. Within a pit dug about 10 meters deepid a dirt-covered Bairodoom. The fact that he still maintained his form after such a blow proved that the resilience of a lich was indeedparable to a cockroach. Looks like I need to destroy the Life Force Vessel to truly eradicate him. Jinhyuk nced briefly at the outskirts of the pce. It should be time for them to appear Just as that thought crossed his mind. Boom! A heavy shock struck the shield. Bairodoom, having somehow regained hisposure, hadunched a fire spell. Though his entire body was close to tatters, he rapidly absorbed mana from around him and regrew the shattered parts at an incredible pace. I will not admit defeat. Even if defeated in battle. He would not be defeated in war. With an endless supply of mana and the trait of immortality, a lich could continue to fight indefinitely. In contrast, Jinhyuk, with his limited resources, was at a disadvantage as time progressed. Only 10 more seconds remained. Only one spell left to activate. Then Jinhyuk used thest of his mana to draw a brilliant white magic circle. [The infinite magic Eternal Redemption is activated!] One of the most powerful spells of the holy series unfurled before him. Wooooong! With an indescribable energy surge. All sight was whitewashed. And soon after, as vision returned. Chiiiiik! Fog rose from where the holy series magic had swept through. As expected, its efficiency against undead monsters was unparalleled, and its power beyond imagination. However. Kekeke Hahahahaha! Bairodoom had not vanished. The skeleton was half gone. His ck robe had turned to rags. But his life was not yet extinguished. After a long bout of maniacalughter, Bairodoom stopped. It seems Ill have thestugh after all. Ill admit your magic surpasses mine, but thats all there is to it. The smoke began to clear. There stood Jinhyuk, utterly drained after the Infinite Magic had ended. Just remember this well. Its not the strong who survive. It is the survivors who are strongHuh? But then. Mid-sentence, Bairodoom cocked his head in confusion. He had no choice; for, aside from Jinhyuk, there were other little figures gathered around. Mogi! Master, did we do well? We were exactly where you told us to be? Everyone be quiet. Its noisy. Goguma and the elemental spirits surrounded a rather hefty-looking orb, each voicing their excitement. No doubt about it. That was Bairodooms Life Force Vessel. How? I I! I definitely changed its hiding ce. I concealed it so it couldnt be found by anyone! Ah this? Jinhyuk scratched his head. If you wanted to hide it, you should have hidden it properly. You focused so much on erasing the mana that you neglected to erase the scent. Scent? Yes, scent. Seems like you dont know, but our Goguma has an incredibly keen sense of smell. Jinhyuk patted Gogumas head. Mogi! Proudly puffing out his chest, Goguma exhaled roughly. Watching in a daze, Bairodoom let out a deep sigh. Using scent to detect the Life Force Vessel, because you predicted mana would be concealed? He had thought that erasing the faint traces of mana would be sufficient. But suchcency led to irreversible consequences. So. What now? Jinhyuk smiled triumphantly, bncing the Life Force Vessel in his palm. It looked precariously unstable. A small stumble and it would fall and shatter on the ground. Be, be careful. If that drops Then it would be a pity, but what can be done? Just think of it as losing a pretty piece of ssware. Whats the problem? After all, its not my own bones that will be broken. Thinking this, Jinhyuks hand movements became even more delicate. Dont worry too much. Im not nning to destroy it right away. There was one thing he still needed to get from Bairodoom. Fulfilling the copying condition of savoring the taste of life required a more creative approach. After musing for a moment, Jinhyuk handed the Life Force Vessel to Goguma. Mogi? Goguma clutched the orb tightly in his hands. Go ahead and y with it. Mogiiii! Oh! Master, is it ball time? I want to y too! Me too! Goguma and the spirits gleefully tossed the Life Force Vessel back and forth to each other. It was almost like ying dodgeball. And when Jinhyuk casually added a To Throw or Not to Throw for 1.5 Hours Repeat video feed to the scene, the setup seemed quite fitting. Of course, from Bairodooms perspective, who was anxiously watching the Life Force Vessel nearly hit the ground, it was nothing short of nerve-racking. St, stop it. Bairodooms fingertips trembled. Please, please stop! Thats not a toy. Its my my life line. You cruel creatures! His voice broke into a plea, but the spirits paid no heed to such entreaties. [You have met the copying conditions.] [You may now copy one of the skills possessed by Bairodoom.] A notification for sessful copying appeared. Finally, even this has seeded. Truly, hed had many hardships, all the way to this foreignnd. Just when he thought it was all over. Boooooom! With a terrifying noise of tearing air. Suddenly a sword, bristling with vigor, rushed toward Jinhyuk from the side. Fast. Huh? With magic and stamina nearly depleted, he didnt have the strength left to react to the attack. Let alone strike back, even evading was out of the question. Jinhyuk quickly pulled Goguma to his chest. The ultimate ancient creature shield. With the worlds sturdiest shield, perhaps even a swords energy could be withstood. Perhaps well, maybe. Mogi, Mogi! Startled, Goguma squirmed in Jinhyuks grip. But it was only for a moment. Then, as if hit by the realization, Goguma quickly grabbed Undine, who was in front of him. Like master, like summon. Goguma had learned perfectly how to respond in a crisis through his time with Jinhyuk. Another shield added on top of a shield. Now the target had shifted to the foremost Undine. Kyaaack! What is this?! Seeing the approaching sword, Undine instinctively reached forward. Therey her only hope of defense against the iing attack. Without hesitation, she ced it directly in front. That object was. Bairodooms Life Force Vessel. Crack! The moment the sword made contact with the ss surface. No, noooo! Bairodooms desperate scream reverberated throughout the pce. Chapter 204: The Emergence of Variables (1) Chapter 204: The Emergence of Variables (1) Crack! The sword, infused with vital energy, pierced through the Life Force Vessel and stuck into the opposite side. Between the shattered ss fragments, a viscous red energy started to ooze out. Kuaaaaak! Apanied by a high-pitched metallic scream, Beirodoom thrashed in agony. Perhaps it was because he had lived for eons, but his attachment to life seemed exceptional. Now that his death was imminent, he exposed his pathetic true colors without a filter. S-save me. I dont want to die like this Not so meaninglessly! He begged for his life, reaching out his hands. Beirodoom was writhing at Jinhyuks feet. However, itsted only for a brief moment. With the medium that bound the lichs soul now gone, the oue was all but certain. Uuuugh Where a mere wisp of smoke had lingered, only a ck robe was left behind. [The 14th floors boss monster, Beirodoom, has been extinguished!] [Rewards will be distributed ording to contribution.] [90% of damage dealt by yer: Kang Jinhyuk] [Final critical hit by: Baek Seollyn] [Your level has increased.] [Your level has increased.] [Your level has increased.] [Your level has] [A special item Grand Sorcerers Robe has been acquired.] [Your remarkable achievement will be showcased in the Hall of Honor for a day.] And beyond the endless list of notifications A woman with a twisted face of consternation appeared. It was Baek Seollyn. This isnt what was supposed to happen Baek Seollyn stuttered. The side attack she had nned, thinking her target waspletely drained of strength and magic power, was supposed to have worked. But who could have foreseen using an allyor rather, the Life Force Vesss a shield? It was an unthinkable act for a member of the righteous faction. However, Jinhyuk was just as taken aback. Baek Seollyn being here meant shed somehow gotten past Cheonyuseong and Wolyeong. In other words Failed to stop her The two had been unsessful. He didnt believe that they were dead, considering their kind always somehow managed to survive, but still, he was genuinely concerned. I wanted to meet the qualification for copying next time, but theres no helping it now. Given the situation, he had no choice but to fight, even if it meant pushing himself. Jinhyuk took out the Fang from his Spatial Inventory. But then . Baek Seollyn, seemingly in contemtion, turned around without a second thought. Do you not n to fight? Regrettably, from here, its more of a gamble. Neither of us is in the physical state for a fight to the death. Now that he thought about it, Baek Seollyn wasnt in any normal condition either. Her torn clothes and the red blood that could be seen were a testament to the considerable sacrifices she mustve endured to break through Cheonyuseong and Wolyeongs blockade. After all, no other martial artists made it; she alone managed to reach this ce. Moreover, Ill be seeing you in the middle floors soon enough. You are supported by the empire, after all. I will put an end to todays events at that time. Baek Seollyn bowed gracefully and then melted into the underbrush. Just then Footsteps. From the opposite direction, Teresa walked up with her cheeks puffed out in obvious annoyance. Did she get away? Argh. All that corpse of a lich is talking about is how theres no point in fighting now that Beirodoom is dead, and how theres no honor in a meaningless fight. Seriously, aagh If only I hadnt been wearing this heavy armor, I could have chased her down and taken her head. Boom! Teresa mmed her sword, as tall as her, into the ground. Ill need to treat her better moving forward. I find myself missing the formerly gentle and kind-hearted Teresa. Its about time we left. I will exin everything to Eidin. Lets meet again next time. Teresa whispered into Jinhyuks ear in a distinctly charming voice, causing goosebumps to rise all over his body. However, by the time Jinhyuk tried to respond, that sultry atmosphere hadpletely vanished. Ahh Huh? Teresa inhaled sharply, her face turning beet redthe original personality had returned. From her expression, it seemed she had not entirely forgotten the events which had happened while she was consumed by anger. This is going to be a headache in its own right. There was a lot to discuss, and cleaning up after the outbreak would likely take a significant amount of time At any rate, that concluded all the fights. A whirlwind of a week had passed since the outbreak. There were several significant changes, the most considerable being the disappearance of Wolyeong along with some martial artists. Always lurking like a shadow, he vanished without a trace. During the week, even after extensive searching and reaching out to the ck Wind Guild and Yanghomyeong, there was no way to find him once contact was fully severed. Secondly, the undead monsters that had swept across Europe became considerably weaker after Beirodooms extinction. Nheless, several smaller factions centered around medium-sized monsters stubbornly persisted, causing trouble for yers. Lastly, due to this incident, the Hall of Honor experienced a near-riotous influx of activity. It was only expected, given the yers had averted a disaster of catastrophic proportions. Moreover, once it was revealed that Jinhyuk was the one responsible, global attention turned to Korea in a frenzy. -David cROWn: Whats with Korea that they have such amazing rankers? -poker J: Full guild raids couldnt even break through the Normandy coast, yet he managed to get to the heart and take out the boss in one attempt. -Live Trend: Ive only seen the edited clips, but seriously, its unbelievable. Is Korea a game powerhouse because they have so many veteran yers? It sure seems like they are full of talents. -Brown May: Koreans are strong, but that Kang Jinhyuk yer is a freak of nature, even among them. Even the rankers from Dangun Guild, one of the seven major guilds, couldnt even get close to the European core. - : Ah, this is the so-called Kimchi Power. -: Do you know Gangnam Style? Have a steaming bowl of Korean hot soup. -: Our Jinhyuk is a bit special, alright. The guy is just different by nature. -: . Ive been watching him since he was a noob, BGJinhyuk knew he would make it big. Of course, hes too popr now to remember someone like me. While sipping his coffee, Jinhyuk scrolled through thements. He noticed some familiar nicknames and a few that concerned him. Anyway, its amazing how humans recover so quickly. Theyre pretty remarkable, huh? Elis, decked out in a ckce dress and matching hat, looked around curiously. With construction-rted yers leading the repairs, the citys restoration was beyond imagination. People were already walking the streets and living their lives as if nothing had happened, showing that the damage caused by the outbreak was healing. Wow, so this is the world where yers live. Everything is so big and beautiful. Next to her was Andria, trying her best to look like an ordinary person. Watching the two of them squealing away, a deep-seated rage seemed to well up within him. Why did you twoe out here? I told you to train inside. We did train hard. But you know, if you stretch a rubber band too tight, itll break. Resting at the right moment is like stepping back for a moment to leap forward. Shes right, I really have be much stronger! Tsk, the pair were matching each other perfectly. After spending so much time together, they looked like they could be sisters. I raised tiger cubs. Alright, do as you please. As you wish. Jinhyuk clicked his tongue as his gaze returned to the table filled with all sorts of delicacies. German beer, thickly sliced sausages, French fries, and even the German pork knuckle dish, the Schweinshaxeall were the perfect way to soothe fatigue built up from a fierce battle. Gurgle! Elis, evidently famished as well, sparkled at the sight of the food. Cant we eat now? A beer with this meat will wash down any heaviness. Just wait a bit longer. We have someone elseing. While Yoo Yeonhwa and Lee Taemin had gone back to Korea due to work, Theresa and Cheonyuseong had promised to join soon. It was slightly past the agreed time of 5:30 PM Just as he was contemting their arrival, a voice called out. Jinhyuk! Were here! From the alleyway, Teresa and Cheonyuseong emerged. Both had changed into casual clothing, which was surprisingly refreshing to see. Teresa was a usual sight on TV, but Cheonyuseong, who always wore battle gear, appeared almost unrecognizable in his casual hoodie and jeans. It suited him but it was as if Jinhyuk were looking at a different person. Hes stillpletely sullen. Ever since his defeat by Baek Seollyn, Cheonyuseong hadnt been responsive. What had transpired there, why Wolyeong disappeared after the battlethis time, he had to hear the truth. As the after-party started in full swing, withughter and joy all around, Cheonyuseong was quietly emptying his ss without touching the snacks, typical of someone who took on the weight of the world alone. Hey! Hey! Even though Im getting such treatment now, back in the day just a flick of my finger would make the whole tower tremble in fear. Wobbly drunk, Elis began her storytelling. While the rest were distracted by her grand speech, Jinhyuk seized the opportunity to ask. Its gettingte, shouldnt you tell me now? What happened with the martial world? Wolyeong has disappeared. Yeonhwa and Taemin lost consciousness in the middle of a fight with the martial artists, so they cant answer even if they wanted to. I get that your pride was hurt by Baek Seollyn, but if you keep silent too I didnt withhold information because of my pride. Cheonyuseong finally broke his silence. Then, why have you been like this? While I was dealing with Baek Seollyn, after cutting down the remnants of the martial world, someone else interfered. One sentence, but the weight behind those words was by no means light. Who interfered? An ominous old man. I dont know much besides his appearance he had asked me this. Cheonyuseong recalled the bitter memory of that time. Are you the one pretending to be my disciple? ! Jinhyuks pupils quaked. No way Finally, it all made sense why Wolyeong had disappeared. And why Cheonyuseong had fallen into despair. The Demon Cult. They had finally ended their seclusion. He had expected it, but the timing was an issue. Its too soon A new variable appeared, and Jinhyuk moistened his parched lips with his tongue. This time, the unfolding events could be quite a headache. At that moment Vvvrrrr! The phone in his pocket vibrated. The caller was Han Sangjin, the President of the Korean Awakeners Association. Under normal circumstances, Jinhyuk might have ignored the call, but it was a different story when ss 1 Security Code was activated for yers. Chapter 205: Emerging Variables (2) Chapter 205: Emerging Variables (2) As days passed by, the importance of individual yers within the internationalmunity kept growing. Naturally, each country was exerting their utmost efforts to prevent yers from defecting to other countries. And then. The call that just came in was subjected to the highest level of security. Tu-oo Tu-oo A red message was constantly shing. It means theres something very important I had no choice but to check it out. After briefly apologizing to Cheon Yuseong, Jinhyuk answered the call: [Hello, yer Kang Jinhyuk, this is Han Sangjin. Im sorry to contact you during your busy time, but an urgent matter hase up.] A familiar voice came through. Han Sangjin began with a very tense tone. Im listening. [A person possessing internal information about the Empire hase to our Awakened Association. They insist that they must speak with you in person before sharing details Youll need toe to Korea immediately.] Hooh. Internal information about the Empire? Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. This wasnt Penheimer whom he met at the cafe before. If Penheimer hade directly, he would have contacted me directly, not the Association President. This meant that the person currently at the Association was a stranger with no previous acquaintance. Limited information made it impossible to further identify the individual, but it was certain that an interesting development was unfolding. His decision didnt take long. Ill be there right away. Jinhyuk responded curtly. An abruptly concluded after-party. Having exined the situation to hispanions, Jinhyuk boarded a flight to Korea from Romes international airport. Thanks to Han Sangjin, who had arranged a first-ss ticket just likest time, a smooth journey was anticipated. Except for one thing. That is, if you discount the bundles of baggage sticking to him like gum. Oooo! So this is what an airport looks like. How fascinating. Look, sister! That looks delicious over there. Elris and Andrias voices were octaves higher than usual. Why are you even following me onto the ne? Were not going on an excursion. This too is a kind of learning. To be an excellent boss, varied experiences are also important, are they not? Youre right. Its definitely not for personal gain; were studying to help Jinhyukter. Elris had flown on a ne with him before, but she was asleep inside a ring, so she hadnt witnessed the whole process. Andria was amazed by all the worldly novelties outside of her tower. I knew it. Their excitement was palpable And it made me want to tease them even more. Is this your first time boarding a ne in your actual bodies? Indeed. However, this appears to be a worthy vessel of our magnificent stature. Not bad at all. Yes. The two nodded innocently. Then, you must have studied whats necessary to do when flying for the first time, right? Theres something we have to do? Andria asked with apparent confusion, but Elris quickly stopped her. Elris was quite adept at handling such situations, having been with Jinhyuk for more than a day or two. Of course, we are aware. Would we ask you to fly without checking that information? Sister? Just be quiet. Ill handle everything. Elris was confident for a reason. And that reason was Vtube. Known as the sea of all information, there had to be content on how to fly on an airne. 1. First, when boarding a ne for the first time, you must take off your shoes. 2. Before takeoff, unbuckle your belt, stand up, and p your hands. 3. Restrooms are pay-to-use, so make sure to bring plenty of coins. 4. If you feel seasick, ask a flight attendant to open the window. See? Elris, with a satisfied smile, carefully wrote down the information she found on paper. You really are amazing, sister. Thats what Ive said. Trust me. Humans customs are nothingpared to the glorious civilization boasted by vampires. Elris pride soared. And Jinhyuk could not help but smile at this sight. A ck history well captured to sell at a high priceter. The fan base for Elris had been slowly growing, especially around the Tower of Trialsmunity. Recording these moments would be very useful in the distant future. Momentster. Jinhyuk, who had boarded the ne, was guided to the innermost first-ss seat. A lengthy period of time was assured. During this breather, he intended to organize the levels and skills he had gained after dealing with Bairothum. Jinhyuk activated his personal status window. Ding! Name: Kang Jinhyuk Gender: Male Age: 27 Level: 80 Strength 71 Agility 25 Stamina 34 Magic 181 Boundary 100 Luck 10 Adaptability 78 Essence 30.53 Stat Points: 18 Coins: 600,125 Profession: Rune Interpreter Unique Abilities: Fusion, Tomb of Swords, Auspice of the Stars, Anubiss Judgement, Blood Magic, Mand, 1-Second Invincibility, Thousand Poisons, White Beast, Manxiang Gongxiu, Sanctuary of the Sun, ck Heaven Demon Emperors Art Skills: Too many learned skills, converted to Folded Status. Barriers: Too many learned barriers, converted to Folded Status. Total of 6 levels gained. 18 stat points were avable. Considering a level above 70, this was an absurdly high amount of experience for hunting a single boss monster. His heart throbbed rapidly. The pleasure of continuous growth was iparable. This growth would be the driving force to stand on top of the Tower once again, ensuring the hegemony of all the significant chances. Its about time to invest in agility or stamina too. While magic remained the priority, he couldnt neglect the other stats. Especially with the impendingprehensive war between Martial Realm and the Empire looming, achieving a more perfect bnce was essential. The next opponents arent going to be nobodies. Whether its the highly trained martial artists including Baek Seolrin. Or the imperials who had dedicated their lives to swords and magic. Underestimating them would be a mistake. Especially since the Dark Emperor and the Thousand Demon Church were involved, even a small variable could lead to catastrophe. [Agility 25 30 increased.] [Stamina 34 60 increased.] [Magic 181 188 increased.] Jinhyuk invested points into each stat. A bright light surged, and a warm sensation filled his entire body. Agility, stamina, and magic all improved. He could feel sharper senses and the intensity of the magic coursing through his veins than ever before. Good, next is [Please select one of Bairothums skills to copy.] It was time to choose which skill to replicate. Considering they belonged to a high-ranking lich like Bairothum, the decision of what to copy was difficult. [Lv19 Elemental Magic, Lv18 Dark Magic, Lv18 Necromancy, Lv18 Undead Creation, Lv17 Curse] There were five skills avable for copying. I wont have the opportunity to gain the powers of a high-ranking lich until I reach the 30th floor of the tower. The decision had to be careful. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. All the skills were useful, but one, in particr, stood out to him. It was something he couldnt possibly pass up. Ill copy Undead Creation. [Lv1 Undead Creation copied sessfully.] [The copied skill is stored in Memories of the World.] As thetter stages approached, the scale of a factions forces became increasingly important. Currently, Im only a small faction, but Ill need a legionsmensurate with that status for the future. Given that, copying a skill like Undead Creation to create his own soldiers seemed vital. Jinhyuk nced around briefly. Being in the most secluded first-ss seat, there was no risk of attracting attention from others. Besides, the partitions ensured he wasnt easily seen. Well then, lets give this a try. After asking a flight attendant, he gathered the bones of the T-bone steak he had eaten and concentrated his magic on them Fizz, fizz! The bones began to be carved away. [You have sessfully created a Skeleton Soldier Lv1!] [Your first undead soldier joins your forces.] [Giving them a name can lead to greater loyalty and slightly impact their growth rate.] tter! A small skeleton soldier, the size of a puppy, appeared on his knees. Seeing the popped-out ck eye sockets felt Less like a horrific undead monster, more like a small, cute miniature. The limit was due to the skills level still being low. As for the name Names definitely helped with endearment and forming bonds. After a moment of thought, Jinhyuk shed a smile, seemingly having an idea. T-bone. Your name will be T-bone from now on. He was created from a T-bone steak, so the name T-bone seemed most fitting. The ritzy, high-ss connotation was a bonus. tter! The bone made a sound as if it had aint, but Jinhyuk was already filled with self-praise. I have an amazing knack for naming. He slightly regretted giving such a perfect name for free. Thats when it happened. Mogi! Sweet Potato, who had been hiding underneath his chair, suddenly popped its head out. Like a predator hunting prey, it lunged and clutched T-bones leg bone. tter! Sweet Potato nibbled, savoring the vor of meat deep within the bone. Hey, thats not to eat. Mogi? Since well be working together, you should teach it well. Tell the spirit waters, too. Mogi! Sweet Potato responded energetically. Hmm. Its hard to say why it continued to taste T-bones bones while seeming to understand, but The intelligent creature must have caught on well. Probably. Now, the grand finale. Jinhyuks gaze dropped. The greatest reward of the raid. A robe of pitch-ck belonging to a great sorcerer. Honestly, he had not expected this to drop from Bairothum. And for good reason. In the past, he had only received items like staves or essories, but never just a robe. Meaning. This was the first time. Jinhyuk checked the staffs information with trembling hands. Chapter 206: Variables That Appear (3)** Chapter 206: Variables That Appear (3)** **Chapter 206: Variables That Appear (3)** [Archmages Robe] Difficulty of Acquisition: SSS Defense: 0 Magic: 0 Durability: 2800/3950 Effect: When activated, all effects rted to undead monsters increase by 100%. When possessed, presence is reduced by 20%. The better the item, the less need there is for a lengthy description. Despite its brief effects, theyre enough to elicit a wry chuckle. In essence, using this item could double the results for the same time and effort, right? Undoubtedly, it could bring incredible synergy not just to undead creation but also to the dark magic category. And the fact that it reduces ones presence just by possessing it could only be described as overpowered. It might not be on the level of surveince or stealth operations, but one could expect its effects to serve as a secondary option for such activities. This is an absolute jackpot. It dawned on me freshly, Beylorudoons sweep across Europe was no fluke. Jinhyuk meticulously stored the item deep within his subspace inventory. Once everything was sorted out, fatigue from the prolonged tension naturally flooded in. Maybe Ill catch some sleep. There were still about 10 hours left until arrival in Korea. Before dozing off, he saw Goguma munching on a bone. T-bone was trying to break free, Ellis and Andria, who were being chased by airline security agents. And that was, thest scene Jinhyuk remembered. *** Korean Awakeners Association. In a heavy, somber atmosphere, Hansangjin observed a pair of male and female seated across from him on the sofa. These individuals, with their exotic features and dusky skin, were Rankers from Gandhara, one of the seven major guilds. The beautiful duo exuded a calmness that differed from Hansangjins demeanor. They were at ease having the upper hand. So Can you finally share what information you have? Hansangjin poured a double measure of Scotch Blue into a ss filled with ice and passed it to the pair, hinting at moving onto the main subject. That would be problematic. As we said, the person we wish to discuss matters with is yer Kang Jinhyuk, not the Association President. Its not to disregard you, but to prevent misunderstandings due to informational disparities. No matter how its sugarcoated, it trantes to talking to you would be a waste of breath. Hansangjins face contorted with suppressed rage. As the head of the Korean Awakeners Association, such reception was enough to boil his blood. Just so you know, were treating you with the utmost politeness, despite the fact that youre foreign guests. What about your attitude? Are you aware that our nation holds two of the seven major guilds? A subtle pressure began to build. Yet, The glory of the seven guilds is a thing of the past. What does Dangun or Ssaobi have to show for themselves nowadays? We even specte that if reassessed, they both could be expelled without surprise. No offense, but not even their guild masters measure up to our rankers, let alone ours. India has cultivated countless yers based on its overwhelming poption. Given its vast selection of yers, it naturally has a rtive abundance of talented ones as well. And theres no shortage of impoverished individuals willing to sell themselves out of desperation. Additionally, with Nirasha, Indias top-ranker, rapidly growing under the patronage of Gods, Gandharas pride is inevitably climbing by the day. Right at that moment, Hmm. From my perspective, you dont seem all that great either. An unfamiliar voice interjected from behind. What!? When did you? The pair spun around in shock. There was no sign that the door had been opened. Nor was there any sign of magic being activated. They were on high alert, assuming enemy territory, and hadnt let their guard down. They maintained a keen aura that perfectly controlled the entire room. Yet, to be caught off guard like this Its impossible Speechless. The second they saw their opponents face, they realized why they missed his presence. His eyes, cold as ice. A face mixed with boredom and irritation. It was Kang Jinhyuk. Shivers! The man and woman swallowed hard. They had two tasks at hand. The first was to force Jinhyuk into submission, should he prove less capable than expected, and recruit him into Gandhara. Considering the recentlyckluster forces of Dangun and Ssaobi, the leadership assumed Jinhyuk might also be overhyped. Indeed, meeting with Hansangjin and other security captains reinforced their underestimation of Korea. In their minds, they believed they could easily sweep through with their power alone. But now, they realized how arrogant they had been How could we subdue such a monster? Even if we attacked together, we wouldnt stand a chance. Whether nning a joint attack or an ambush, or even a desperate struggle. If the opponent wished, they wouldntst thirty seconds before death. The presence of a boss monster was palpable. Impossible to imagine victory. Apletely extraordinary foe. The sweat running down their spines and the cold heartbeat warned them. Never show your teeth to the opponent. In fact, dont even harbor hostility. Therefore It was time for the second approach persuasion. *** What a situation Jinhyuk clicked his tongue. He was expecting fresh information, so he felt particrly disappointed with the oue. Not because these two were weak but They were among the top yers Jinhyuk had encountered. Nheless, the disappointment stemmed from Being ustomed to shing with far stronger entities. Even those Earth Spirits or the Moonlight Shadow could easily settle them. To someone constantly colliding with top world yers, residents, or boss monsters, merely strong yers seemed insignificant. I shall take my leave. I hope your journey here wasnt for naught. Thank you for managing them while I was gone. No trouble at all Well have our talkter and catch up. After fulfilling his host duties, Hansangjin left the room. Click. As soon as the door closed, the two began their introductions, as if waiting for this moment. I am Arun from the Gandhara guild. And Im Chandra, belonging to the same guild. Arun and Chandra Names he faintly recalled. They must have contributed significantly in the Gandhara guilds exploration of The Great ins of High Orcs, if he remembered correctly. They were trending in VidTube videos and once ranked in the Hall of Fame, as far as he could recall. So, why call me here from afar? Considering your bravado, you must have some grand information. Do you favor getting straight to the point? Im tired from traveling a long way. And beating around the bush isnt to my taste. Alright then. The reason we asked to meet you is we have a proposal. A proposal? First, heres a piece of information. If it piques your interest,mit to working with us, and youll get the second piece of information. Mm. What if I get the info and ditch you? That wont happen. As Jinhyuk countered, this time Chandra responded. You will inevitably decide to join us. There was certainty in her voice. As though there was no room for uncertainty or variables. Jinhyuk found the situation somewhat interesting. Go on, tell me. We are aware of your interest in the war between the Empire and the Martial Realm. Surely, youre pondering which side to choose, to anchor yourself and ascend. Currently, the middle levels of the Tower were split between the Empire and the Martial Realm. Many high-ranking yers had already sided with a faction, making it vital to follow this power struggle. The question was: which side held the upper hand? Even the intelligence divisions of both the Empire and the Martial Realm couldnt fully grasp each others strength. Natural uncertainty abounded, especially among yers with far less information. Most, at least, believed it to be true. However, Chandra maintained her smile. Youre saying you know something? Of course. [Chandra activates Grand Military Map.] A vast map materialized in the air above. Upon this 3Dndscape, numerous soldiers sprang up. It was reminiscent of a strategic simtion from a game. This is the first piece of information we offer. Major strongholds and troop presence of each force, as well as their logistical routes. It includes quite an extensive amount of data. To attain all this through special abilities or skills would be impossible You catch on quickly. Thats right. We have established channels to obtain internal information. What you see here is a map reconstructed based on that data. Naturally, he had suspected the Martial Realm had moles nted inside the Empire. Following their alliance with the Martial Realm, Gandhara must have been privy to top-tier intelligence from both sides. The internal traitor Penheimer mentioned must be connected to these people too. While it was guesswork which family is masquerading as allies, this confirmed his suspicions. The second piece of information is the identity of the informant, right? Yes. We can tell you right away. They dangled the first piece of information as bait, and for the second, they nned to reel in the catch. The method offered an irresistible charm that was hard to resist, especially after hearing so much. Inside the Empire, the traitor family supporting the Martial Realm With these two cards, the battle is virtually over. Were doing you a favor, preventing you from making the wrong choice. If you join us, youll be wellpensated. The strong deserve such treatment. Their confidence stemmed from an underlying reason, now clear to Jinhyuk. However, Im afraid I have no ns to ally with you or the Martial Realm. There was one fact they overlooked. [Eyes of Gluttony sees through the true intention of the target.] [Hidden second piece of information: The traitorous noble family within the Empire is the Vainstlern Ducal House.] Jinhyuks Eyes had the power to entirely flip the script. You can fight with numbers, or try to outwit others But, its aw that such tactics only work against opponents where they might stand a chance. Chapter 207: The Guardian of Blood ‘Empire’ (1) Chapter 207: The Guardian of Blood Empire (1) Chapter 207: The Guardian of Blood Empire (1) Do you not wish to hear where the information came from? Well. Should I be curious? Jinhyuk shrugged his shoulders nonchntly. Chandra muttered in disbelief at hisposed demeanor. This is the only chance to secure a strategic advantage in the war Isnt that something to be curious about? It wasnt like he was overconfident without reason. Normally, when such bait isid out, one would expect it to be taken. No, he definitely showed interest just a moment ago. But then, he suddenly switched tactics. It was as if he had seen through every card they had been hiding. Where did I go wrong? Chandras head spun with various possibilities. On the other hand, Do you think this is all a joke? No matter how capable you are inbat, you cannot be unscathed if you make enemies of everyone. Arun growled with a low voice. After investing so much time and effort, they couldnt afford a wasted trip. Of course, threats werent going to work on Jinhyuk. There were quite a few people who have said simr things to me. Theyll regret it. Just you wait. They wont leave me alone next time. He had heard so many threats that, if hepiled them into a novel, it could overshadow the Romance of the Three Kingdoms as merely a prologue. However, in the end, its always those who utter such words who end up regretting it. It didnt matter whether the enemy was a martial artist or Gandhara. Now that he had identified his internal enemies, he would extract everything he could from them. What remained could be dealt with his skills and experience. Are you saying our assistance is no longer needed? Yes. Of course, I acknowledge the trouble you took toe here. He didnt know how many hours it took by ne from India. You may return the way you came. I am truly grateful for the information worth its weight in gold. It certainly made the journey from Europe worthwhile. Well, Ill excuse myself first. Ah! Since youvee all the way to Korea, why not take a tour? Take a look around Gyeongbokgung and have a hot bowl of soondae-gukbap, followed by the sweet sujeonggwa for dessert. Jinhyuk left the room, leaving the two men with sour expressions behind him. Shimman Dae Mountain (). The home of the Heavenly Demon Sect, this ce was off-limits to the martial arts world. Usually, there should not have been any signs of life, but on the single path that could be considered an entrance, an old man and a young man were slowly making their way. Hmm. It has been a while since Ive taken this path. In the past, the smell of blood was so strong The robust old man muttered as if reminiscing. Fist Dragon of the Heavenly Emperor Amhwang. One of the two Protectors of the Heavenly Demon Sect and an expert known to be invincible in the art of fist fighting. And the person walking a little behind Amhwang was none other than Moonlight of the ck Wind Guild. Why do you look so solemn, even though an opportunity to apany me is rare? Amhwang asked without turning back. However, Moonlight found it hard to respond. Brooding with a troubled expression, he remained silent. . Heh. That guy was an imposter iming to be my disciple. Are you still holding on to any feelings for him? Its not that Moonlight trailed off. Indeed, Jinhyuk had deceived and manipted him. A traitor who had yed the entire ck Wind Guild using the name of the Heavenly Demon Sect and Amhwang. It would only be right to hunt him down and take his life. But why? While anger should have been the dominating emotion, the words spoken to him kept surfacing. [Right. As long as Im here, I wont let anyone die.] A life to be used and discarded at any moment. For the first time, he believed his life had meaning He had hoped to find someone he could sincerely trust and follow Moonlight bit his lip hard. It seems you are too preupied with personal sentimentality when Master Yang Ho-myeong raised what I thought was a capable youngster. It seems it wont work. Amhwang tsked. Im sorry. That is not my intention. Its done. I was just curious to see the person whos drained your spiritsexactly who he might be. The Heavenly Demon Sect was currently in seclusion, cut off from the outside world. They needed to keep tabs on key figures from outside for the future. Especially if that person could enchant members of the ck Wind Guild who had been rigorously trained from birth. Blood Sword. Did you call for me? At Amhwangs call, a new figure appeared as if he had been there all along. With movements so fluent, as if there was no excess. Bring me this Kang Jinhyuk. However, ensure it does not cause issues with the Empire. As youmand. The man referred to as the Blood Sword bowed shortly. With that. The first move of the Heavenly Demon Sect was decided. The 12th floor of the Tower of Tribtion, also known as the Ant Nest. To move on to the 13th floor, one must kill countless insect-type monsters buried in the earth. The queen insect and her many soldier insects were notoriously difficult to defeat. Oof, its been a while since Ive been here. With a pit that seemed to swallow the abyss in front of them, Jinhyuk and hispanions gathered together. It was one of the many entrances to the 12th floor, albeit the least popr one. Master. It seems very deep. Gnome looked down from the edge of the pit. They dropped a clod of earth, but no sound of it hitting the bottom could be heard. Smander and Sylphid trembled slightly, their eyes wide in fear. And thats when it happened. But, Master. Didnt you say we are supposed to go to the Empire? Why are we here? Udine, noticing that something was off, asked. Hmm. There was one sharp cookie in the bunch. Its true that I should head to the Empire. But theres no need for all of you to follow. Riding in the pocket dimension inventory, giggling away and expecting to hop on the bussuchcency is a bad habit that eats away at the Tower of Tribtion. Everyone has a role to y, and for the Elemental Lords, that role is to use their spare time to work diligently on personal growth. That way, they wont hold back my progress, and theyll be able to protect themselves from enemies. Could it be Dread spread across Udines eyes. Instinctually feeling the need to flee, but it was already toote. Jinhyuk, smiling mischievously,id his hand on Udines shoulder. Until we meet again, be at least two levels stronger than you are now. You know my style, right? I only take the strong with me. And with that. Ahhhhhh! Eek? Ah, noooo! Oh such a hassle. One by one, the Elemental Lords began to fall into the abyss. Last to remain, Gnome tried desperately to hang on Gnome, itll be harder on you the more you resist. This special training is for your own good, so just ept it. Jinhyuk kindly detached each of Gnomes clinging fingers. Wooooo! With Gnome as thest to fall, the surroundings became quite empty. Mogi mogi. Mogi. Goguma looked forlornly as though pitying their fate. tter! Tick! Tick! T-Bone seemed to share in the sympathy, ttering his jawbone continually. Hmm I dont understand why they feel pity. Even less so, why they would sigh in relief. Jinhyuk grabbed T-Bone and set him on Gogumas back. Then, he smiled once more. What are you doing? You should follow too. Mogi? tter? You think Id only send DPS Elemental Lords? You, Goguma, and T-Bone have to fulfill the tanker role and take hits at the front. The n was for the summons to sweep the 12th floor clean while he was taking care of business in the Empire. To rise to fame in the Hall of Honor and to gulp down rewardsits a two-birds-one-stone scenario. What he liked most was how someone else would feed him the gains without him lifting a finger. That, presumably, was the appeal of Necromancers and Elemental Lords. Mogiiii Goguma cried like a calf being dragged off to the ughterhouse, but for Jinhyuk, who had already issued themand, it was time to pull out the invitation to the Empire. Whoosh! A bright light shone from a ring adorned with a golden dragon and Rose of Sharon. It was the Royal Seal given by Fenheimer. As a gate, two meters in diameter, was formed, Jinhyuk inhaled deeply. There can be no mistakes. Rtions were so edgy andplexly entangled that a small slip could very well lead to catastrophic copse. Thankfully, he had already identified the internal spy. Using this variable, he could certainly tilt the field in his favor. Step. Stepping into the flickering gate, his vision was enveloped in white. When he opened his eyes again. The entirendscape before him had changedpletely. However, Hm? Jinhyuk tilted his head. He knew he had arrived in the Empire, but the location was far off from what he expected. Sweat trickled down his forehead. Damn it. Fenheimer, that old fox He had merely used the invitation to travel here, but Jinhyuk felt his head spinning. Because He was now in a meeting room with dazzling chandeliers and marble tables. And around him were the people in charge of the real power in the Empire. Not just that, At the chief table was a familiar old man crowned with a crown. That man was none other than Reinhardt III, the ruler of the Empire. This, this is outrageous! How dare you use spatial magic in this ce! Royal guards! The ministers bellowed all at once. Normally, it wouldnt even be possible to use spatial magic in such a ce, right? A counterargument bubbled up to his throat, but he suspected the iing barrage of swords would be quicker. At this rate, he might end up with a beheadinga bad ending before anything even began. Jinhyuk scanned his surroundings. . Reinhardt III looked at him sternly and. In a corner of the meeting room, Fenheimer looked on with an expression full of anticipation. Could it be this was a trap? In a ce with all the influential power of the Empire. An internal spy. The power of the imperial authority waning. Information meshing together. Now he understood why Fenheimer summoned him hereto see what he intended to achieve from this. And just as he realized all this, Ding! A blue status window appeared before Jinhyuk. Chapter 208: The Blood-Iron Guardian of the ‘Empire’ (2) Chapter 208: The Blood-Iron Guardian of the Empire (2) Chapter 208: The Blood-Iron Guardian of the Empire (2) Before Jinhyuks eyes, the blue status window blinked incessantly. [You have chosen the Empire, a colossal power in the mid-floors, among the martial forces of Murim.] [Gain the trust of the Empires Emperor Reinhardt the Third and lead the Empire to the path ofplete prosperity.] [If sessful, the third privilege for the First to Conquer the Tower will be unlocked.] Thump! Thump! Thump! His heart pounded wildly. The third privilege! I was wondering why its been so quiet. It seems like a significant event needs to happen for it to be activated. Greedy mes flickered in Jinhyuks eyes, but only for a brief moment. Theres no time to enjoy this new event. Boom! nk! The imperial knights, who had entered the conference room unnoticed, surrounded Jinhyuk in a circle. All the knights were capable of handling aura. Among them, there was even a high-ranking knight with a sr phlebotomy standing pronounced. The figure engraved with the body of a gold dragon in the armor. There was no mistake. This was the Imperial Guard, known as the heart of the Empire. Sshwick! The captain of the guard drew his sword. How dare you enter here! With your ck hair, you must be a spy sent from Murim. Confess how you broke through the pces spatial distortion magic to teleport here. Actually. That artifact was given by the one sitting over there, wasnt it? Jinhyuk gestured for help to Penheimer, but Penheimer continued to watch with a mix of anticipation and slyness in his expression. Damn. Believing in that old man could cost even a cat with nine lives. If there were any of the iron chancellors or such from the Empire at the masquerade ball, perhaps the misunderstanding could be resolved. Sadly, none of those figures from that time were present at this meeting. Could even this have been calcted? If thats the case Quickly, Jinhyuk activated Gluttonous Eyes towards the Emperor. Name: Reinhardt the Third Gender: Male Age: 58 Level: 37 Strength 23 Agility 25 Stamina 26 Magic Power 11 Charisma 275 Remaining Stat Points: 0 upation: The Iron-Blooded Sovereign Unique Ability: Firm Leadership Skills: Lv25 Emperor Studies, Lv23 Keen Senses, Lv23 Iron Fist Rule, Lv22 Diplomacy, Lv22 Robust Vitality [Detailed Information: The first Emperor Reinhardt founded the great Empire by unifying seventeen kingdoms. He established an absolute position with overwhelming charisma and military strength. However, as time passed, the imperial authority weakened, while the nobles grew stronger each day. Reinhardt the Third spent his lifetime trying to rebuild the imperial power but it seems unlikely there will be a Reinhardt the Fourth to wear the crown.] [Copy Conditions: If you earn the Emperors trust, you may copy one of his skills.] The Emperors eyes were dead. It must be a feeling of self-loathing for not changing the path to ruin despite a lifetime of effort. A life burnt to ashes, sacrificing his own body as fuel. Now, he needed to reignite the embers in the old mans dwindling heart. Jinhyuk pulled out Fang from his subspace inventory. Are you trying to resist? The guard captain sneered as if amused. Should I stay still when Im being wrongly used of being a Murim spy? Ho! Youre not from Murim? Then where in the world did youe from? From outside the Tower. A yer would you understand that? At the word yer, the attentions were once again concentrated. ! Hes saying hes a yer? Now that I think about it, I heard from intelligence that there are ck-haired people outside the Tower. Is he one of them? But as far as I know, yers havent yet breached the lower 10 floors, so how did he get here? Most yers still remained in the lower levels of the Tower, but the potential and value yers held could not be ignored. Of course they mattered. Residents bound to the Tower had to pay a considerable price if they wanted to go to the lower floors or outside. In contrast, yers were free from such constraints and could climb the floors freely, and their growth rate was much faster than the residents. In this war and certainly for climbing to the upper floors of the Tower, yers were key resources that had to be secured. Lord Penheimer. Is what he says true? yer affairs fall under your jurisdiction, do they not? The guard captain immediately sought confirmation from Penheimer. Well. Ive never seen this man before. Penheimer denied any association with Jinhyuk, as expected. With that, certainty settled in. Penheimer was, in essence, demanding that Jinhyuk deal with the situation himself. Precisely by force to show the Emperor exactly who I am. The stimnt needed to awaken the lethargic Emperor. And to prove to the Empire that theres hope for its future, that such a yer exists. It must be proven right here and now. I was hoping for a leisurely tour but Ill be billing you dearly for this incidentter. Muttering, Jinhyuk immediately infused his sword with magic power. Fzzt, fzzt, fzzt Blue energy spread along the de. Nice. So you can handle aura? You seem to have at least gotten the basics down. Buting here with just that was a mistake. The guard captain chuckled. And immediately shouted at a knight beside him. Makan! Yes! The knight called Makan stepped forward, holding his sword with both hands. Oh! Well finally witness a spectacle from an imperial knight. The anticipation is thrilling. Just crush that insolent intruder already! The watching nobility waited with eager eyes for the scene to unfold. After all, the oue seemed certain. What was exciting was the progression towards that result. The Empires grandeur and the pitiful downfall of the intruder, as they thought, elicited cheers from everyones lips. Do not kill. But its fine to cut off an arm or a leg. Leave it to me. Makan took his stance. His robust physique and the basic skills honed through harsh training spoke of the Empires pride in its knights. Thud! With agile steps, Makan closed in on Jinhyuk in an instant. In that moment, as quickly as lightning, the sword shed horizontally toward Jinhyuks thigh. But then Whoosh! The perfect attack swung at nothing but air. Whoosh! Whoosh! Strike after strike, heunched attacks, but to no avail. Instead, Jinhyuk appeared behind Makan, grabbing him by the nape of his neck. Cats usually quiet down when grabbed by the nape. Does it not work the same with humans? How dare you! An enraged Makan tried to shake off Jinhyuks grip in a sh. However, contrary to expectation, his body refused to respond. Jujutsu. Jinhyuk cleverly disrupted Makans bnce while clutching his nape. Boom! Makan bit the dust in an undignified heap, iling his arms and legs on the ground, albeit briefly. Crack! An unmerciful kick shattered his jaw. Suddenly, silence enveloped the room as if doused in ice water. The ridicule and jesting vanished altogether. Jinhyuk shrugged. Surely, this isnt the best the Empire has to offer? That would be quite disappointing. A clear provocation followed. Amid the presence of countless nobles and the Emperor himself, such disgrace was unfathomable. If they could not rectify this immediately, decapitation would be too kind a punishment for them all. Shane! Bayern! The guard captain bellowed once more. Thump! Tak! This time, two knights sprang into action simultaneously. A precise, coordinated attack unfolded. But even that seemed painfully slow in Jinhyuks eyes. Sending just two men They still havent caught on. With movements too swift to see, Jinhyuk evaded the des by the breadth of a sheet of paper, then struck with his hand. Thump! Thud! The pommel of the dagger struck the backs of their heads. With precision, force, and speedbined, the knights couldnt attempt to dodge or defend themselves. Shane and Bayern copsed left and right, consciousness severed, all in a matter of seconds. This cannot be The guard captains mouth hung agape in disbelief. Only now did the reality of the situation, its gravity, begin to dawn on them. This agility is extraordinary. The way he toyed with knights like children, left no doubt of the intruders extensive training. But no matter how agile he was, it was just thatagility. Acrobatics would never surpass true martial skill. I shall personally deal with you now. The knight captain extended his sword forward. Vrrrr! A thirty-centimeter-long blue glow enshrouded the swordan aura not merely coating the de but materializing into form, a hallmark of mastery. It indicated only one thing: a master who could wield a fully-realized aura de. In other words A Sword Master. Behold, this is an aura de. The level is wholly different from what you used. To underestimate the Imperial Guard will be a regret until yourst breath Urk!? The guard captains eyes bulged, hand nearly dropping his sword from shock. He couldnt help it. He had proudly disyed his aura, touted as the ultimate skill. Yet the opponent had summoned the exact same power. Vrrrrrr! A pure light, scorching the air, dominated the entire council chamber. Not a mere thirty-centimeter aura. A two-meter aura surged, its ck hue resembling an abyss. It was an aura de, unquestionablyand unlike his, it was perfect. Trembling! He couldnt stop his trembling limbs, dignity be damned. No noble dared criticize. A rabbit quailing before a tiger is but natural. Its so vivid that aura de. Is he a Sword Master? That man? No. It was the Empires Minister of Foreign Affairs, Merton, who rejected the idea outright. Having interacted with various forces in Murim and even the Tower, he had encountered countless powerful individuals over decades. With that experience, Merton was certain; Its beyond that. Above the Sword Master. A realm that even the Empire only saw in dreams, achievable by two at most. The Grand Sword Master. Only when excruciating training bes more familiar than crawling and exceptional talent arises once in a hundred years No, only when apanied by innate fortune, does it be attainable. And he A foreigner they had never seen before, had achieved it. Chapter 209: The Iron-Blooded Guardian ‘Empire’ (3) Chapter 209: The Iron-Blooded Guardian Empire (3) Chapter 209: The Iron-Blooded Guardian Empire (3) The conference room was frozen in a collective silence. Gulps echoed around as throats were nervously cleared. Such a talent dropping from the sky suddenly If only we could recruit him to our household, our influence would change overnight. Even dreaming of bing a ducal family isnt too far-fetched. His skills are said to be on par with the greatest knightmander of the empire, arent they? With him, we could be certain of victory in the war against the martial world. Thats a fact. Though it was regrettable that he was not of noble birth with a guaranteed pedigree, if someone had grand swordmaster-level skills, the difference in social status could be readily overlooked. Especially now as the Empire was preparing for war against the martial world. There was no need to emphasize how precious such talented individuals were. In the midst of everyone fidgeting, trying to open a conversation with Jinhyuk at their own opportune moment, a new figure entered the scene. What have you all been seduced by! Instead of nning to expel this heretic magician immediately! A man in his mid-forties had intervened. Not a martial artist, but the sharp aura emanating from him surpassed that of any warrior. Without even using the Eyes of Gluttony, it was clear who he was. Duke Bainstern. The de facto most powerful noble of the Empire and a spy cooperating with the martial world. The very person Ganther had mentioned in his information. D-Duke Bainstern? Heretic? What do you mean by that? His sudden, inexplicable usation stirred unrest once again. But Duke Bainstern immediately quelled all doubts. Have you not seen him use a ck Aura de? Typically, an Aura should be blue in color. However, Jinhyuks Aura, due to the effect of Graveyard of Swords, was a deep ck. Now that you mention it Indeed, the color is strange. Such things are seen with necromancers or in the martial world. So, youre saying its not an Aura de. The seven kingdoms of today, unlike the seventeen of the past, still venerated the Goddess Peris in the sacred Empire. The entire nation and its leaders were extremely sensitive to anything heretical. Duke Bainstern seized upon this to pressure Jinhyuk. Your identity keeps changing. First a martial artist, now a heretic. If this continues, byter ounts, youd be called a devil. If you feel wronged, then simply disarm and surrender. By doing so, you will be given a fair trial to state your case. Like a parrot whod torture one until they spoke as you wish, do you honestly think fair is a fitting adjective? Jinhyuk snickered. These stale tactics were nothing fresh to him. So If you have something to say, make your demand with skill. He brandished his dagger towards Duke Bainstern. You may have skill, but yourecking in situational awareness. Standing here alone, what exactly is it that you n to do? This was the Empire. More precisely, the ce where the core military conference was being held. Though his guards had been shamefully outmatched The real deal with sufficient skills to rece someone like them could be summoned at any moment. With those words. Footsteps began to approach. The atmosphere shifted. As expected, hesing. Jinhyuks eyes directed toward the door. It appeared things wouldnt be as easy as he had hoped. Hmm. I hope were not toote? From beyond the conference room, a pleasant voice was heard. A man in his early to mid-twenties, dressed in casual clothes, blond hair, and green eyes. At first nce, he resembled a wholesome boy-next-door, but one should never judge by appearances alone. The Empires strongest weapon. A grand swordmaster whose strength was said to surpass that of a full knight squadronposed solely of swordmasters. Abraham de Felicia. Jinhyuk hadnt expected to encounter this stubborn individual so soon. Next to Abraham stood McKenzie, one of the top ten powerhouses in the Empire. Jinhyuk thought they would be facing the martial world at the frontlines by now Maybe theres a different agenda at y. He considered the possibility that not just the Empire, but other unknown factors could be getting involved. Using Eyes of Gluttony, Jinhyuk reviewed the opponents status window. Name: Abraham de Felicia Gender: Male Age: 25 Level: 125 Strength: 72 Agility: 85 Stamina: 70 Magical Power: 36 Ultra-Sensation: 103 Avable Stat Points: 0 ss: Knight Unique Ability: High-Speed Sword Skills: Lv35 Arcane Sword Technique, Lv35 Magical Movement, Lv33 Anti-Magic Defense, Lv32 Quickness, Lv30 Mental Barrier Too many skills are listed, some are folded in for space. [Detailed Description: The first son of the noble Felicia family, Abraham felt magic at age five and demonstrated an innate talent for swordsmanship. At sixteen, he reached the realm of a swordmaster, being able to form Aurapletely, and at twenty-four, he ascended to the realm of a grand swordmaster by understanding the essence of Aura. Serving the nobles rather than the Emperor, particrly known for being in the direct service of Duke Bainstern.] [Copying Condition: Abraham holds great affection for his best friend and colleague, McKenzie. However, McKenzie suffers from an illness from childhood that not even the court magician could treat If you provoke Abraham about this sore point, you may copy one of his unique abilities or skills. (Please provide at least 3 creative quips.)] Indeed Even just reading the stats was astounding. Not only was his level over 100, but the stat that predicted the opponents movements, Ultra-Sensation, was triple digits. Aplete monster. He had a superior spec to any yer or resident hed encountered thus far. An absolute outlier. The sensation of goosebumps and the rapid beating of his heart felt unfamiliarly pleasant. Simultaneously, the anticipation of facing stronger foes as he ascended the tower rose inside him. A jackpot with the vine. Given this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, he had to satisfy the copy conditions at all costs. Particrly High-Speed Sword, which could synergize well with his currently stored skills. If he could fuse it to create an even more advanced version of a skill well, missing out would haunt him for months. However !? Jinhyuk was shocked by the most crucial copy condition. It was necessary, for McKenzies sole w and trauma was his conspicuously bald head. Heh-heh. Quite timely. You havee at the right moment. Duke Bainsternughed heartily, as if he had gained the strongest ally in the world. Then I am relieved. Is this the person who pointed his de at the royal guards and trespassed? An overconfident one. Teach him a lesson. Show him how serious his crime of disrespect in the presence of His Imperial Majesty is. Understood. Abraham reached for his sword. Just at that moment. Theres no need for Sir Abraham to intervene. Please, leave this to me. McKenzie stepped forward. My body was craving a good challenge anyhow. His Grace has given me themand. It wouldnt look good to have the Empires top swordsman deal with a mere trespasser. Hmm. You are right. What does His Grace think? As long as he takes care of that man, I have no objections. Duke Bainstern agreed. Then Whoosh! A two-handed sword swung mightily towards the ceiling. The gathered nobles instinctively stepped back, knowing getting caught in the crossfire would leave them nowhere to recuperate. Gulp. That guy is as good as dead. The might to cleave a wyverns head in one blow to witness it in person. There wont be much left of him to even collect But as McKenzie confidently approached The follow-upment brought his stride to a halt. p! p! p! p! Extending such trouble for a master Such profound hair loyalty. Wouldve been nice if some of that thickness had stuck to your scalp. Jinhyuk pped his hands. Ugh!? W-What did he say? Is he out of his mind? The noble crowd gasped in shock. It was an unspoken taboo, and Jinhyuk had just tantly ripped through it. Despite his tough exterior and dedication to training, McKenzie was well-known for suffering tremendous stress from baldness. No one in the Empire was unaware of his affliction. Oh no. ! Not only Duke Bainstern but even Penheimer, who had been putting on a good front, was taken aback. Damn. I know. Jinhyuk was well aware it was too much. But what could he do? If the copy conditions were set this way, he had to follow them that was the yers destiny. I will kill you! Bang! McKenzie leaped from the ground into the air. His bulky stature belied his lightning-quick speed as he closed the distance between them swiftly. A blue Aura de filled the room, while Jinhyuks Fang radiated a de of energy nearly one meter long. KwaKwaKwaKwaKwa! Kwaang! Two swords collided, and blue and ck sparks flew. A pure sh of force versus force. McKenzie, being at a higher position, pressed his sword down from above. KuKuKuKuKu! Thats hefty. Dont joke around and focus on this moment. With those frail arms and legs, who knows how long youllst. Sure. Even if Im not all muscle, arent I still better off than you, legless as you are? Kraaaaa! McKenzie lost his bnce in a rage, swinging his sword violently. A desk split in two, and the wall bore the mark of his sword, but the strike didnt reach Jinhyuk. Like a flying squirrel, Jinhyuk darted off to the corner of the conference room. Thats the second quip He wanted toplete the third, but further taunts might endanger the nobles. My objective is to prove my worth to the Emperor, not to annihte the nobility. Besides, he had firmly made his first impression. It was a different kind of start than he had expected, but beginning in such a spectacr fashion didnt seem too bad after all. Could it be?! Sensing something amiss, Abraham immediately drew his sword. It was, of course, a beat toote. [cial Construction, Frosty Mist activated!] Their vision clouded as ice particles and steam mixed into a dense fog, filling the room. Damn it. Even if you try to buy time with diversions, theres no escape from here! In essence, it was like a mouse trapped in a jar. That was the desired deration. Yet when the mist cleared, Jinhyuk was gone, having left behind only an open passage leading underground in the conference room floor. And .. All this while observed in silence, the Emperor exhibited a rare disy of emotion on his face. Chapter 210: The Guardian of the Blood ‘Empire’ (4) Chapter 210: The Guardian of the Blood Empire (4) Chapter 210: The Guardian of the Blood Empire (4) Within the Imperial Pce, there were many secret routes reserved for the royal family. In the worst-case scenario Should enemies breach as far as here, these passageways were designed to ensure the escape of the royals. Security was paramount, hence only the royal family knew of these routes Yet, how could a stranger possibly know the precise location of the pces secret passages? This is utterly absurd Bainstelern bit his lip in shock over the unsettling situation. The other nobles were just as astonished. To think there was a secret passage in the conference room. Ive been attending meetings here for 30 years, and I never knew those panels could open. This is beyond belief. As everyone murmured, looking at the passage, Everham approached Mackensie. Are you alright? Mackensies face was still flushed with anger he couldnt suppress. Yes, Im fine. His tone was nonchnt. But Everham immediately gripped Mackensies arm. Argh! A cry of pain escaped his lips. Everhams eyes narrowed. Nothing serious. I just failed to properly channel my mana and got a slight injury Mackensie tried to exin, but his words didnt reach Everham. Could it be Hes this badly hurt? His arm was broken. He had thought their powers almost equal No, he had even believed Mackensie to be overwhelming in strength and stature. It was aplete misjudgment. In that brief moment, the man utilized his mana in a burst too subtle for senses to catch. Thats why it went unnoticed. Truly, an unnervingly swift and natural use of mana. He wasnt just fleeing. If he truly willed it, Mackensies head could have been rolling on the ground. Just then. Bainstelern approached, his expression marred by rage. Sir Everham. Lead a pursuit team immediately. If we let this heretic escape, we risk losing the trust of neighboring kingdoms. Before that, may I ask you one thing, Your Grace? Everhams voice was low. You have something to say, speak. Must we turn that man into an enemy? What do you mean? Exactly as I said. Instead of shedding blood in hostility, isnt it better to persuade him to join us? Hah. Despite his considerable skills, hes nothingpared to you. Most importantly, at this critical juncture, with a great undertaking within reach, we cant afford to risk taking in a wild card of unknown origin. Therefore, organize the pursuit team immediately. The seeds they had meticulously sown over the years were about to sprout. Soon, they would ascend not merely as nobles but as emperors. For that purpose, they had nned and sacrificed everything over more than a decade. They had even joined hands with the martial world, their lifelong enemy. However, Everham, whom Bainstelern expected to agree, remained unusually quiet. His tight-lipped and hardened expression held no trace of confidence. Are you that concerned? To be honest, I believe our odds of winning against him are fifty-fifty. Everhams estimate of a fifty-fifty chanceif anyone else had said it, no one would have believed it. Its obvious. How could anyone ept that the Empires mightiest knight talking of even odds against a stranger theyd just met? It seems you are serious. Yes. Considering the level of skill required to instantly break Mackensies arm, I cannot underestimate him. Only then did Bainstelern realize the new variable was far more ominous than anticipated. Well need to revise our nspletely. His decision didnt take long. Summon all those involved in the conspiracy to my residence. Well have to discuss matters over dinner. And of course, keep those loyal to the Imperial family in the dark. Sshing through the sewers. After quite a distance, Jinhyuk emerged in an alley on the outskirts of the Imperial Capital. Damn it He didnt dare use mana to avoid leaving traces, resulting in his ankles getting thoroughly soaked. Tsk tsk. Thats what I warned you about. I almost sullied my precious wings. And this horrid smell doesnt suit me at all. Perched on his shoulder, Elise pinched her nose inint. Despite his efforts to navigate here, she remained ever so critical. Gently catching one of Elises wings, Jinhyuk directed her toward the wet surface. Scaaary! Let go. Just for a second! My feet are touching it. Theyre touching! iling dramatically, Elise continued her protest. My deepest apologies for bringing such a noble creature to such a squalid ce. Ivemitted a sin worthy of death. Sorry. Alright, I get it. Stop it. Hey, these clothes are expensive! If you do that again, Ill test how good your respiratory system is underwater. So please be careful next time. Im asking you nicely. Um, sure. Good. Jinhyuk returned Elise to his shoulder as she regained herposure. Exhaling, Elise spoke again in a deted tone. So, whats the n now? What do you mean? You said youd make friends with the Empire, right? But after creating such a mess, wont you be public enemy number one? Indeed. Thats a reasonable assumption. After barging into a room full of nobles and causing uproar, certainly the city guards would be frantically searching for him. However This very act will have piqued the interest of one party. The Empire was currently split into two factions: the noble faction and the imperial faction. Although Bainstelern and Mackensie belonged to the nobility, the real ally Jinhyuk needed from the Empire was the opposing force loyal to the Emperor and the Imperial family. Hed seen a spark of defiance in the lethargic Emperors eyes, creating a sufficient opportunity. Hmm. You had that figured out all along? Youre not as reckless as I thought. And what exactly did you think of me? Of course, as a most remarkable ahem, as a unique contractor in this world. Seriously. Elise quickly corrected herself as Jinhyuks fingers edged towards her wings. But can the Imperial forces alone stand against the martial world, especially since the nobility has already allied with them? Thats a valid point, but we dont need to face the entire martial world. There are cards within that can be exploited. The opponents theyve continually shed with were the Five Great ns, Nine Factions, and the Demonic Cultall part of the martial world. But there was another force The Heavenly Demon Cult, which had just ended its seclusion. The Heavenly Demon Ive crossed paths with him a few times. Hes truly formidable. Even for you, he wont be easy to use. Thatll depend on how its approached. Jinhyuk was aware of the challenge. The megalomaniac who proimed that no one under heaven should disobey him wouldnt easily be subdued. Yet Jinhyuk felt confident, including such dispositions in his calctions. Youre always so full of confidence. That goes without saying. Anyway, get ready. Weve arrived at our destination. No matter how extensive the capital was, it was impossible to evade every guard. They needed a ce to stay while in the area. And that location had been predetermined from the start. Jinhyuk adjusted the mana flow into Elise. The bright light surged, elongating Elises stature to nearly 160 cm. Here? Yes. Thud! Jinhyuk opened a door in one of the numerous makeshift shanties. And then Youve arrived just on time. A familiar voice greeted the two. In a small room barely able to fit four persons, beside an old wooden table sat Penheimer, whom theyd encountered in the conference hall. Isnt this safe house a bit too modest? Jinhyuk remarked with a hint of dissatisfaction. While not expecting a mansion with four rooms and two baths, the current state seemed a bit extreme for one of the Empires top 100 swordmastersit felt more like a haven for an ordinary guard. Ha, such ces actually attract less attention. Please,e in, both of you. No sooner had Penheimer invited Jinhyuk and Elise inside than he securely locked the door. Though the ce is humble, theres plenty of food. Water, wine, beer, tea, and so on for beverages. Cheese, sausage, bacon, and various types of bread for food. A feast contrasting the rooms shabbiness was prepared. Elises eyes glinted with excitement. As a gourmet, the prospect of new world delicacies always made her heart race. Ho, not bad at all. The pairing of this cheese with the wine is quite pleasing. As Elise munched away, puffing her cheeks, Penheimer looked at Jinhyuk with satisfaction in his eyesit was a burdensome gaze. You seem to have enjoyed the performance in the conference chamber. Certainly. It was a tall order, but Jinhyuk exceeded my expectations. Routing the royal guards with overwhelming force, and even breaking the arm of Mackensie, who was reputedly indestructible within the Empire. Seeing Sir Everham flustered like that was a first for me. And the Duke Bainstelerns expression was quite a sight. With such feats, no further proof of credentials was necessary. I humbly apologize for testing you. I, Aibach von Penheimer, swear Ill never doubt Jinhyuks abilities again. Thump! Penheimer knelt on one knee before Jinhyuk, his sword touching the wooden floora knights gesture. The sudden action left Jinhyuk bemused. It seems hes willing to sacrifice everything for the Empires revival. Without that resolve, the sight of a proud knight bowing and apologizing would have been unimaginable. Raise your head. I understand your sentiment. And of course, if such incidents recur, I will hold you ountable for the oath youve sworn today. You neednt worry about that. Then, Mr. Penheimer, please share your ns with me. What will the Imperial family do from here on? As you may know, divided forces will never win this war. A serious revtionstriking at the core and coldly acknowledging reality. Thats probably the case. The military power of the Imperial family alone wont be enough to secure the Strongholds, will it? The key to victory in the war against the martial world was who could seize control of the Giants Corpses on the 29th floor. An essential stronghold to establish a foothold in each others territory, but the formidable nature of the giants deterred both sides fromunching a premature attack. Securing that region was the top priority for gaining an advantage. Correct. We cannot anticipate when the nobility might stab us in the back. And more importantly, the noble faction is well-versed in our swordmasters capabilities. Their unique skills, preferred sword techniques, even their favorite diners were known to their adversaries. That foreknowledge could be the deciding factor in a battleit was a devastating reality. Therefore I wish for you to take on this mission. Penheimer calmly dropped an outrageous suggestion. What? What did he just say? Chapter 211: One Question, One Answer (1) Chapter 211: One Question, One Answer (1) Jinhyuk pressed his temples with his index fingers, broodingly. Was this the reason he had put on the air of a knight and poured out such grave words? Indeed As I expected. This turn of events had been set in stone from the moment Penheimer first made contact. In fact, he had been worried about how to approach this had they not brought it up themselves. It was fortunate they had initiated the conversation. But, the more serious I look, the better the payoff should be. Feigning difficulty and inconvenience. ying hard to get would surely make Penheimer feel even more burdened to make his request. And as expected, his prediction hit the mark. Feeling perhaps that his ask was a difficult one, Penheimer quickly added something. Of course, I am not asking this without offering something in return. Naturally, for your troubles, you are entitled to an appropriate reward. If you agree to this task, you may choose anything you desire from the imperial treasury. His Majesty the Emperor has already consented, so please, feel no burden. ! Jinhyuks pupils shook like an earthquake. Hmm. He had thought they would offer something significant, but he never expected them to be this generous. It seems he had gravely underestimated how much Penheimer wished to protect the Emperor. After all, an opportunity from the treasury of one of the wealthiest empires from the upper echelons cannot be missed. Ahem! If its for the empire and Lord Penheimer, no matter how difficult it is, I will surely illustrate my capabilities. You do know that its not because I am tempted by the treasure, right? Yes, of course. When Penheimer responded with an uncertain tone, ! Oomph. Elise and Jinhyuk, who were eating, sensed something caught their attention. Footsteps approaching towards the shantytown. Not those of ordinary people. The magical power emanating from their bodies was something that no ordinary person could possess. The murmuring voices from the shantytown had all but vanished. It seems weve stepped on the tail of some pests. A beat toote, Penheimer also realized the anomaly. There are quite a few Could it be the nobles who sent them? Im not sure. This ce is known to only a very few within the empire, how could they possibly Penheimer shook his head, indicating he was clueless. If it wasnt the nobles, then it probably indicated another party. Jinhyuk concentrated his senses, and started to discern the number of the iing foes. Twenty-seven in total. An unpleasant magical force seeped from outside the door. As it drew near, it was clear that the ones outside were not ordinary foes. The energy piercing the minds eye was distinctly unsettling, inducing a sense of dread. It looks like we have no choice but to fight. Aside from the single door, there was no clear exit from the confined space. Theyreing. As soon as Elise finished saying those words: Boom! The door shattered into pieces. What appeared was not human. Keeeehh Ghhhaaaack! Or more urately, it was better to describe them as former humans now turned into something else, dribbling ck saliva. ng! From the windows, multiple dead creatures began to force their way through. Their attempts at struggling inside were so grotesque, it was downright macabre. Ill take the left. Penheimer drew his sword. The rights mine. Elise gathered droplets of blood to form a sharp skewer. And as the creatures came within range: sh! Boom-boom-boom-boom-boom! A bluish aura de and the crimson skewer sliced through the corpses. The undead ripped apart like pieces of paper. Each strike carried an indescribable magic, and their fragile flesh and bone structures stood no chance against it. Yes. That was the expected oue. Kiiiieh! Keeehaaack! But the mutted undead didnt fall. The torn flesh and bone instantaneously reattached, even increasing in size, bing more grotesque than before. New ck spikes grew from the wounds, as an extra touch. Ssshhhk! A greenish liquid spewed from the spikes, scorching whatever it touched upon the walls with a hiss. This, this monstrous thing. Dammit. Its not a good match for us. Penheimer and Elise expressed disgust, narrowly avoiding the attack. Then, at that moment. Thwack! A white sh erupted from the bow made from the tooth of Pentagris. The lead undead had a hole now where its forehead used to be. Jinhyuk swiftly nocked another arrow. Thwack! Keeeaaack! A second foe found its head simrly ventted. It was a clean, urate strike, each movement with the bow bringing forth an elegance. However. Gurgle-gurgle! Cackle-cackle! Even with their heads destroyed, the undead horrifically twisted their forms and rose again. Aura des and Elises powers may not be the most efficient against the undead, but Could the arrows, buffed by Blessing of the Stars and Daylight, really be ineffective? This was an unprecedented urrence for Jinhyuk. Interesting. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth curved upward. How long had it been since he faced an unknown enemy? Crrrrk. Jinhyuk smoothly rearranged his magical power. [Lv2 Heavenly Net, Earthly Trap () activates!] Transparent waves extended from him to the enemies surrounding him. Fifteen in front, six on each side, spread out. After pinpointing the number and positions of his assants through Heavenly Net, Earthly Trap. [Lv11 cial Sculpture () activates!] The area crowd-control effect of cial Sculpture ensnared their legs. Frost rapidly formed over the floor, binding the undeads feet to the ground. The finishing blow was, much like at Bairodom, through the fusion of multiple skills into a new one. [Unique ability Mand () and unique ability Thousand Poisons (), skill Giants Grasp, begin fusion!] Wooooom! A blinding light burst forth. A rare trinity of skills were fusing together. While it ced a great strain on his body, against such abnormal creatures he had to resort to abnormal methods. [Fusion sessful!] [You have acquired the unique ability Titans Strike!] [The fused ability will be stored in Worlds Memory!] Continuous alerts cascaded before him. And at that moment, centered around Jinhyuks fist, a white vortex emerged. The rapidly spinning magical power gathered to a singrity. And when the rotation reached its apex: Now! A tempest unimaginable in its ferocity shot forth in a straight line. Boom-boom-boom-boom-boom! A blinding sh obliterated everything in its path. If a fist is intended to destroy. Titans Strike was meant to punish. An indiscriminate sentence devoid of mercy. Undead with their upper bodies obliterated crumbled where they stood. Phew. Jinhyuk regained control of his breathing. Securing a barrier to minimize coteral damage while also reducing noise isnt easy. The sheer amount of magical power consumed in an instant was immense, the pressure threatening to crumble muscles and scorch blood vessels. However. Youre kidding, right? The undead, despite taking the full force of the strike, did not stop. They twisted their bodies grotesquely, and started to rise again. Jinhyuk swallowed his saliva dryly. This is definitely not the work of the nobles. Their propensity to vehemently loathe sorcery branded as heretical wouldnt permit such an act. Moreover, the level of monstrosity they fielded was beyond the means of those nobles. Eliminating the most likely suspect, the next probable candidate climbed up the list. They had the scale of power and resources to dabble in such sorcery without hesitation. And at the same time. They harbor strong hostility towards me. There could be only one such group. The Mana Association. Jinhyuk spoke the name slowly. As he did, the movement of the undead stopped as if by a spell. Step. A Western man with a notably sly smile stepped out from among the undead. Ha ha. Its a pleasure to meet you, yer Kang Jinhyuk. Initially, I intended to wear you down a bit more before showing up, but I suppose my timing has gone astray thanks to your performance. Do you know me? How could I not? The one who fed us misinformation about the Unknown, who led Chun Yoo Sung here. Because of you, I ended up spending an entire day trying to find his apartment to confront him. Ah. Recalling the incident, Jinhyuk remembered rying that information in the psychiatric ward to Heosenbelt, who bore the title Lancelot. He also remembered how Chun Yoo Sungs ordinary day off was interrupted by his apartment being half-destroyed, and how he had nearly drawn his sword in rage. So, does that mean youre also a member of what, that Round Table or something? Yes. You can simply call me Gawain. Gawain, huh As always, they had quite the penchant for dramatic names, not unlike that of an adolescent fantasy. But, right now, his name was irrelevant. The important question was why he hade here. It seems youve brought quite a peculiar toy. But the fact youre not attacking right away suggests you have something else in mind? Despite having brought such unnervingly resilient undead, Gawain himself was not actively engaging in an assault. He was only tightening the noose, without going further than intimidation. Just for the sake of intimidation? As expected, you catch on quickly. The truth is, I have a proposition for yer Kang Jinhyuk. I hope its not some nonsense about bowing down to the Mana Association. Like I said before, Id rather die than share a ship with those I despise. No, its not that. We both are well aware that, even if we joined hands, the end result would be daggers at each others throats, isnt it so obvious? Water and oil; they could never truly mix. The ending of this story was predetermined. Aware of this, Gawain cut through the pretenses and got down to the point of the matter. Then what is your proposition? An exchange of information. You may ask me anything that piques your curiosity, and likewise, I shall inquire about my own curiosities. This was quite the intriguing offer. There were a few points about the Mana Association that he was curious about, and if he could inquire directly, it would be beneficial to fill in the nks. Perhaps I should y along to buy some time. During their conversation, Jinhyuk noticed Penheimer doing something on the floor. Though it was a shabby house, if it was called a safehouse, it meant they had some contingency prepared. How can we be sure that neither of us will lie in response to the questions? You need not worry about that. My unique ability ensures that we cannot break the trust. [Gawain activates his unique ability Scales of Trust!] [Both parties will take turns asking each other questions, and are bound to respond truthfully to those questions.] [Silence entails surrendering information of equivalent value to the question.] [Those who breach this will face the judgment of the scales.] Suddenly, a pair ofrge bronze scales materialized beneath Jinhyuk and Gawain, with sharp, saw-like des visible. ording to the system messages, should they lie, it would surely lead to a ghastly event. It seems trust is secured then. May I ask the first question, if thats all right? Go ahead. He preferred defense to offense in this case. Using the slight details gathered during their conversation would help direct more piercing inquiries. Well, then Gawain slowly began to speak. And the first question that followed was entirely unexpected and took Jinhyukpletely off guard. Chapter 212: One Question One Answer (2) Chapter 212: One Question One Answer (2) What did you say just now? I would like you to tell me the route to the 7th chamber inside the relic known as The Tomb of the Red Christ located on the 15th floor of the Tower. Gawein repeated the statement he had made earlier, in a calm manner. The Tomb of the Red Christ. It was the dwelling ce of the boss monster on the 15th floor, the Witch of Lamentation. Up to this point wasmon knowledge to those in the know The problem was that what he was asking for was specifically the 7th chamber inside that relic. One of the three Sacred Demon Grounds () within the Tower. Specifically, locations where the Demon King and demons could be manifested through sacred relics. Does this mean they have located all the relics? Or Do they have at least the minimum requisite relics needed for manifestation? Either way, it implied that the demons who had been quiet until now had not been simply fooling around. How do you suppose I would know the location of that ce? Dont y innocent. Were well aware that youre an old fossil whos rotten beyond imagination. I appreciate the praise, but arent you overestimating me a bit? I really might not know. Haha. Still trying to fake ignorance, I see. Anyway, whether its true or not, its not my ce to judge the veracity of such ims. A lie would simply move the scales. Jinhyuk felt the gears under his feet start to rattle vigorously. He could no longer dy his response. In the tomb, youll find a chamber where various monsters statues are ced. The Chamber of Repentance, you mean? Thats right. Look for the spot where the goblin statues gather. If you look closely, youll notice that theyre arranged in the form of a cross. Upon hearing this, Gawein realized what Jinhyuk was talking about. The Tomb of the RedChrist. An inverted cross. It meant that the goblin statues should be rearranged to match that same shape. That should lead you to the chamber you desire. Jinhyuk concluded, but the scales did not waiver. You have spoken the truth. No interest in bing fish jerky. Jinhyuk shrugged. He spoke in earnest. To die miserably crushed was a fate far from thefortable retirement he desired. And of course. To actually give urate information to the foe was equally fitting. Believing in unique abilities against me That was your biggest mistake. Gaweins unique ability Scales of Trust. Though it sounded usible, its working principle was far from supernatural. Should it be called a sophisticated lie detector? An ability that discerned the truth of words through heart rate, breathing, body temperature, and such was closer to modern technology than the supernatural. Of course, knowing that didnt make it possible to deceive the unique ability easily. The human body was not a machine. How could one control all those factors with precision? But, For veterans, it was feasible. They were no ordinary humans. Alright Jinhyuk was alreadypletely aware of his bodily rhythms. Thump! Thump! Thump! Using cial Sculpting and Element of Fire concoctions to maintain his body temperature. And Shallow Breathing to regte his breath. He deceived even himself, cloaking a lie with truth to perfect his fabrication. Thus, a new reality was created. Not the route to the 7th chamber, but a path leading straight to the residence of the Witch of Lamentation. Go on, try to manifest the Demon King for a hundred days. That voice, could it even reach the vicinity of the demon world? Instead, the intruders would profoundly experience how the Witch of Lamentation treated those barging into her bedroom. Meaning. He meant to sacrifice living beings to copy abilities, but had given up on copying the witchs power. Unexpectedly, live sacrifices rolled right into hisp. This could be killing two birds with one stone. Considering the unexpected opportunity put a consistent smile on Jinhyuks lips. Now, is it my turn to ask a question? Ah, yes please ask. How many yers have ss-changed to ck Apostles within the Demon Guild? ! Gaweins face lost its smiles. Theres a saying, what goes aroundes around. And this situation was a fine example of that proverb. Gawein bit his lip. We were prepared to divulge some information in order to learn about the 7th chamber It was unexpected that Jinhyuk would have such a deep understanding. Naturally, it couldnt be helped. The ck Apostle, a job only avable to those chosen by the Demon King or high-ranking demons, was unknown to any but the demons themselves. Even within the Demon Guild, only a hidden ss known among the high-ranking officials. Were we too careless, despite our caution At this point, it wasnt just the surprise that naturally led to a creeping fear about the opponent. But there was no luxury ofmenting ones mistakes while sitting on the scales; he had to answer the question. Three, he admitted reluctantly. Three More contracts than he had presumed had been made. Considering the level of the demons and their actions so far, he had a rough estimate of their involvement. This information was invaluable, not something that can be converted into money. Thanks for the good info. Jinhyuk smiled faintly. Simultaneously, the scales on the ground gradually disappeared. Just then. Noise erupted from outside. Dozens of torches shed and flickered chaos. Causing such a ruckus, the Empire would have sent guards unless they were fools. Sadly, it looks like well have to part ways for today. Even though youve taken the flesh in exchange for the bone, Ill collect the price of this incident with your life next time, Mr. Jinhyuk. Mm. I, for one, would much prefer to avoid killing you so we can continue to meet. What do you mean by that? What do I mean? Youre like a generous tree that just keeps on givingI wouldnt want to chop you down. A treeden with sulent fruits. Why would one kill a tree that could be used as firewood, chopping it right to the stumpe winter? Best to keep and use it for as long as possible. Ill remember what you said. Having fulfilled his purpose foring here, Gawein dismissed Jinhyuks taunt. Then, as he was about to leave, something seemed to ur to him, and he paused. Oh. Also, there was something I wanted to mention and almost forgot. Gawein nced slyly at Jinhyuk. Did you say his name was Cheon Yuseong? CheonYuseong? Why does his name suddenlye up? Its nothing much. Beforeing to the Empire, I briefly visited the martial world and by chance, I encountered him there. To be precise, it was just a glimpse from a distance. Cheon Yuseong being mentioned at this timing, in the martial world. It implies only one thing. A gentle breeze brushed through the grass. The scent of grass filled the air. . Cheon Yuseong stood silently for a while before slowly closing his eyes. Swish His sword began to move slowly through the air. As if facing an invisible opponent, the speed and trajectory of his sword became increasingly dazzling. The subject that appeared in his mind was none other than Jinhyuk. The reason he was climbing the Tower, and the purpose for remaining in this world. I will definitely surpass you. An obsession nearly at the brink of madness. Desperation to defeat and be recognized by such an opponent filled his whole being. Vroom! The speed of the sword increased. As the ultimate skills of Chasing Souls Sword unfolded, a sword dance reminiscent of a storm emerged. Boom! Boom! Boom! Thendscape split open relentlessly. Soil and grass were torn apart and scattered. Beautiful. There was no other word to describe Cheon Yuseong, who had be one with his sword. How many minutes had passed in this intense, imaginary duel? When his whole body was drenched in sweat and he was panting heavily You are truly remarkable. Now I understand why you are called Sword Saint among the yers. Baekseollyn approached, apanied by the scent of plum blossoms. Though enemies who should have shed in a fight Cheon Yuseong did not react upon seeing her. Didnt I say I woulde down when its all over? Yes, you did. But I wanted to see it with my own eyes. Though not a real battle, I wanted to witness your obsession with this opponent that drove you to such lengths. The depth of the footsteps and the trails left by the sword allowed her to deduce the caliber of the imaginary foe. And naturally, the oue of the fight as well. I couldnt surpass him. Not this time either. Cheon Yuseong let his sword hang down. Despite giving his all. Without making a single mistake. Once again, he had failed to defeat Jinhyuk. No matter how much he reviewed and re-reviewed, he just couldnt see a way to ovee that monster. Indeed The man I met that day was extraordinary. If there were to be a proper fight, I cant imagine thered be a yer that could strike him down. Baekseollyn calmly epted the reality. A vein rose on Cheon Yuseongs forehead. Among those yers she talked about, he was included as well. Dont get too upset. Thats why wevee looking for you, Mr. Cheon Yuseong. If you grasp the essence of the sword and ovee that barrier, you too will reach a realm beyond human. He came to the martial world to be stronger. To chase after that incredible sword technique. To surpass the strongest ranker whose mere presence sent shivers down his spine. I need to shorten the growth period even more. He couldnt remain in the shadow of Jinhyuk forever. At least, not this time. Is it possible? To aplish this in such a short time? As you know, if you are as skilled as you, ordinary methods will take far too long to break through the barrier. The journey to the pinnacle and beyond was never smooth. Initially, one could forcibly break through the barrier with intense training and expensive elixirs. But, beyond a certain point, no amount of training or elixirs could help, it was futile. What remained was enlightenment through meditation or achieving a breakthrough from a duel with an overwhelmingly strong opponent. But. How could you possibly bring such a master here at this time? In the past, Cheon Yuseong, also known as the Supreme Sword of Hwasanje, even defeated the Plum Blossom Sword Demon. Of course, he had a long way to go to reach that level to challenge the monster named Kang Jinhyuk, and the Sword Demon would be woefully inadequate. He needed a stronger opponent. Then. Baekseollyn reassuringly smiled. Theres one person. You, Mr. Cheon Yuseong, are well-versed in the martial world, so perhaps you might know. Tap. As the gentle sound of footsteps on grass approached. Someone closed in. And uponying eyes on that person. How could he be here Shock tremored through Cheon Yuseongs pupils. This person shouldnt be here. Someone who could not possibly be present had revealed himself. Chapter 213: Pursuing Soul Shadow Chapter 213: Pursuing Soul Shadow Rustle A familiar aura brushed against my skin. Though wed never met in person, Cheon Yuseong instantly recognized who the other was. The original creator of the Pursuing Soul Sword. The oddball he expected to have died long ago and turned to bones now stood before him. Hmm. So you are Cheon Yuseong. A youthful appearance suggesting someone barely over twenty. Baeksallyns beauty might be second to none, but even she paled inparison to the Pursuing Soul Shadow. Like a fairy from a legend, her raven hair and the aura emanating from her clear eyes seemed almost beyond human belief. You you werent dead. The secrets of Renewed Bone Reform and the Burnished Immortality allowed me to live a long life. Of course, there were a few restrictions due to the tower So that was it. A fateful encounter earned by tearing down the towers walls and systems. Now Cheon Yuseong understood the reason why Pursuing Soul Shadow could be here. And a hermit like yourself why have you sought me out? I felt something in you that is akin to me. A unique talent, different from the ordinary. And a longing that would not be satisfied just by that. Pursuing Soul Shadow slowly adjusted her grip on the sword. So youve learned the Pursuing Soul Sword. It was quite interesting seeing it through the sword of another. However, it still tastes raw and inexperienced. Swoosh. The technique Cheon Yuseong had just utilized No, it was showcased with a precision and fluidity that eclipsed his own by far. The sword dance was so perfect that it raised goosebumps. Forgetting the passing of time, Cheon Yuseong was utterly captivated by the swordsmanship of Pursuing Soul Shadow. Is this the true essence of the Pursuing Soul Sword? If he could master this sequence If he could make all of it his own There was no doubt; he would surpass Jinhyuk. And finally. The section of the sword dance concluded. Pursuing Soul Shadow looked at Cheon Yuseong with her clear eyes. It doesnt matter if they are lies. Even if you see them merely as a means to an end, I will understand. But swear you will wield your sword for me in your pursuit of that end. Even if it were a facade littered with pretense. And even if one couldnt foresee what consequences it might bring. Pursuing Soul Shadow demanded of Cheon Yuseong tomit to the teachers etiquette. I have no other path. If it meant bing stronger, he was ready to throw everything else away. But at thest moment, Jinhyuks face floated into Cheon Yuseongs mind. Hed always thought of him as a loathsome, smirking scoundrel. Yet the idea of seeing disappointment in that guys eyes left a sting in his heart. Crunch! Dont consider it a betrayal. Weve been enemies from the start. His hesitation was brief. I shall pay homage to you, master. Cheon Yuseong bowed in reverence. *** As dawn approached, Jinhyuk followed Penheimer to the Imperial Treasure Vault on the outskirts of the capital. While superficially impressive treasures were stored inside the pce, this ce concealed the truly cherished valuables of the imperial line. Weve almost arrived. The door will open, so please wait here just a moment. Penheimer ced his palm against a giant cliff wall. Boom! Boom! Boom! Suddenly, the rock moved aside, creating a gap just wide enough for one person to enter. Wow. For humans, theyve put in some effort. Only those who are permitted and provide the exact amount of magic power can open it a secure method indeed. Elise eximed in admiration. Yet the real wonder awaited them inside the treasure vault. An unimaginable hoard of treasures greeted all who entered. Truly befitting a great power what they have hidden is staggering. Jinhyuks eyes gleamed with greed. Every kind of magical weapon, rare artifacts that wouldmand insane prices at coin exchanges. Anyone would salivate at this sight, even knowing they could only choose one. It was heartbreaking, but choosing the best would at least offer some constion. Wow! Cant I choose one too? That sparkling gem looks so tempting. Elise clutched a fist-sized blue diamond with a flushed face. It wasnt the level of an essory one would buy off the streets of Hongdae. At a nce, it had the value to purchase all the buildings in Hongdae. And she eyed the expensive wines with the same greed For Penheimer, it was enough to make his stomach churn. Ac, actually the contract was made with only Mr. Jinhyuk, so thats a bit Even though Penheimer pleaded with sweat dripping from his brow, such words were unlikely to reach Elises ears. Thanks. One by one, the wines disappeared into her spatial inventory. No, I did not say I would give them to you. Mhm. Ill help out a lot too. Wai, wait just a Penheimer reached out desperately. But the gem had already vanished into Elises inventory. While plunderous acts took ce, Jinhyuk perused the countless treasures with the eyes of a hawk. The best one Swords, spears, bows, shields, armors, essories. Not a single one looked inferior. Among them, a pair of sleek daggers and a dark-hued spear irresistibly drew his hand, so thoroughly crafted they appeared. Were these made by Dwarves? Jinhyuk activated Eyes of Greed and examined the two items. [A dagger created by the artisan Makmum] Attack Power: 2100 Durability: 1000/1000 Description: Forged from orichalcum known as the metal of gods, this dagger inflicts an additional 100% damage to dark attribute monsters. However, intended more as ornamental for high-ranking individuals, its base attack power is slightly reduced. [A spear crafted by Montrehon] Attack Power: 5500 Durability: 3300/3300 Description: Forged from iron mined at the 25th-floor ck iron mine of the tower, the spear boasts excellent attack power and durability. However, due to the nature of ck iron, prolonged use may corrupt the wielders mind. Minor downsides, but good enough that he could overlook them. Other items emphasized their faults over their advantages. I cant spend all day here, so I need to choose one of these two. But just as he was about to make a choice A translucent bottle caught Jinhyuks eye. The crimson liquid inside the bottle pulsated with a strange energy. Could it be No doubt about it. Mr. Penheimer. Ive made my choice. Jinhyuk put down the weapons and picked up the ss bottle from the disy. Hmm. Are you sure you want to choose that? Among all the items here, it seems like the best option. The choice is yours, Mr. Jinhyuk, but if possible Id advise against it. You may not know, but that is Im aware. Its the blood of a Red Dragon. Penheimer flinched at Jinhyuks reply. Even knowing that, would you still choose it? Dragons blood is typically a supreme magical ingredient, the essence of magic flowing through such a powerful being. Naturally, its bound to possess tremendous properties. The challenge is managing the bloods nigh-impossible difficulty. If even the empires lead magus failed in enhancing a weapon with it, then essentially, theres nobody in the empire who can handle this blood. But. In truth, theres precisely one person in the empire capable of wielding it. A legendary artisan who transcends magic and maniptes all things. Yes. I choose this. Decidedly, Jinhyuk nodded. Heh. Any other person, and I would say their stubbornness is foolish buting from you, Mr. Jinhyuk, somehow I expect something. I cant be away for too long, so I must take my leave, but I hope you find what you seek. Penheimer bid farewell, duty-bound to observe the noble situation. *** As lunchtime passed, the capitals streets became a sea of people, creating gaps even in the thorough security. Jinhyuk and Elise managed to blend into the crowd and wander freely. This is supposed to be a trip, but if we keep hiding like this, we can hardly enjoy the sights. Elise puffed up her cheeks, full ofints. Given her limited time outside the ring, Elise wanted to make the most of it, but Jinhyuk could only sigh. Do you really think vacation is the word for this? The empires internal strife, with the noble faction at odds, the Cheonma Cult, and Magic Users Association involved. Add to that the participating yer factions and mega guilds, and the situation is nothing short of explosive. If Cheon Yuseong, that bastard, joined forces with Murim, and Namgung Cheon turning traitor from the Zhonghua Guild, the whole picture was more than just a headache. Yet Hmm. Cant you just wipe them all out? Elise looked utterly innocent, tilting her head. Always with the direct approach, not considering the consequences. If you cause a ruckus, all the other Dragon Sect leaders will act, attracting the towers administrators as well. Easy for you, right? If its you and me, and even that mosquito were up against, we might have a chance, dont you think? Forget it. I shouldve kept my mouth shut. Jinhyuk clicked his tongue and shook his head. At that moment, they arrived at their destination. [Oruns Forge] [Feel the touch of a 50-year journeyman in the empires finest forge!] [We ept alcohol as payment.] [Courtesy, Service, Love. Customer satisfaction rate of 1.6%.] [Ranked #1 in the empire for poorest hospitality.] Despite many forges in the vicinity, this one seemed particrly severe. The sign was almost falling apart and the inscribed promises were dubious. Is this really a good ce? It looks suspect, but the owner here is reputed to have some serious skills. Hmm. Its hard to believe. Skeptically, Elise grumbled and stepped inside. Snore Roof! Cough! Cough! A loud snore greeted them instead of a wee. A red-faced dwarf slumbered in the forges heart. This stout but healthy old man was the dwarf Orun. Hello there. Snore! Excuse me? Snore! Uh, I brought some fine wine. Its a shame youre sleeping. I guess well have to visit the forge next door What? Alc alcohol? Did you say alcohol? Oruns eyes snapped open. Was he so addicted that he stirred at such a quiet mention? Well, it spared them the trouble of waking him. Ahem. What brings you here? Id like to ce an order with you. An order? Great, when was thest time I had a suck uh, customer. Whatever you need, Ill craft it brilliantly. Not to doubt you, Mr. Orun, but may I request a test first? Of course, Ill pay for this separately. Jinhyuk produced a bejeweled essory from his palm. It was a bracelet Elise had held. Hey! Thats mine, isnt it? When did you even! Shh! Gulp! Jinhyuk quickly silenced Elise and looked back at Orun. Is that okay with you? A test, you say Heh. Seems my reputation has truly suffered. A deep voice followed,den with anger at his questioned skill and self-pity for such a reality. You neednt bother about payment. Very soon, youll see just what the evesting anvil of the Dwarven Kingdom has to offer. Orun drew a heavy hammer. Whirr! Ancient runes adorned the hammer, infusing it with indescribable magic. In that moment Charge! The hammer swung down. Crash! [Enhancement Failed!] [Pendragon Queens Bracelet Destroyed!] Silence followed. A very brief silence. Haha. Maybe Ive been drinking too much. My hand slipped. Kyaaah! Elise screamed as if the world ended. You you damn dwarf! Chapter 214: The Everlasting Anvil ‘Orun’ (1) Chapter 214: The Evesting Anvil Orun (1) Chapter 214: The Evesting Anvil Orun (1) Jinhyuks eyes narrowed as he looked at the destroyed bracelet. Just as I expected Everything was going ording to n. Orun, known as the Evesting Anvil, was once a great cksmith who even crafted the crown of the Dwarf King himself. However, following a series of events, he lost his status and was expelled from the kingdom. Now he lived a life dependent on alcohol, barely scraping by working for humans. His clientele dwindled further with each frequent failure in enhancement. Jinhyuk quickly checked Oruns status through Eye of Gluttony. Name: Orun Race: Dwarf Age: 71 Level: 23 Strength 23 Agility 13 Stamina 21 Magic Power 1 Avable Stat Points: 0 Profession: cksmith of Steel Unique Ability: Breath of Metal Skills: Lv32 Smelting, Lv31 Expert Hammering, Lv31 Sequential Enhancement, Lv31 Fire Control, Lv30 Workshop Weaponization [Copy Conditions: Orun, the Evesting Anvil of the Dwarven Kingdom Penta Hon and one of the Five Hammers. Rekindle the sincerity of the iron artisan who, worn by time, has grown weary of everything. By doing so, you may replicate one of his unique abilities or skills.] [Notes: He bears a deep scar and shows severe symptoms of alcohol addiction.] The title of artisan was not given lightly. With an average skill level well over 30, such proficiency among those of his personal level would be rare, even throughout the entire tower. Okay. I have an idea of what needs to be done. The first step was Jinhyuk offered an amiable smile to Orun, as if to reassure him. It seems youve made a slight mistake. Ahem! Exactly my point. I usually dont make mistakes, but this time my condition wasnt quite right. With that in mind, could you perhaps give me another chance? Orun brazenly spoke as if it was the most natural thing. At this point, it wasnt just thick-skinned; it was at a level where even a Brazilian waxing shop would refuse service. But Since its Orun whos offering, of course, I should give you another chance. Ha-ha, thank you. Truly, you are a genuine customer. In return, could you teach me some techniques for working with iron? What? Iron? Yes. Ah! Of course, I dont mean to ask for every detail. If you just slow down a bit, thats enough for me. Just observing the process of a master cksmith like Orun strengthening a weapon is worth a fortune to a beginner like me. He ttered his opponent just the right amount without being dismissive, and attached a reasonable plea, likely carrying a shred of guilt for having destroyed the bracelet Elis gave him It would be quite burdensome to reject the offer. Ha-ha. Ive never before met someone who wants to learn cksmithing skills rather thanbat skills among yers. Are all yers like you? Hmm If all yers were like me I suppose the entire tower would turn into hell. Just the mere thought was horrific. Thinking of fossilized, top-tier yers giggling as they banded together A rare kind, then. I simply believe that the true skill lies in working with iron. Pu-ha-ha! I feel like I should show off my real skills for once. Watch closely and learn, since the chance to see my hammering is quite rare. Orun burst intoughter. He then fiddled with the heavy, runic-etched hammer once more. Ah, perfect weather for strengthening. Somehow, Ive got a good feeling this time. With dark clouds brooding and a drizzle settling in, it kindled a fire within him. The hammer soared high into the sky again. Naturally, the materials to be used were the various essories Elis was wearing. Ah No, that was made as amemoration of my inheritance to the family Despite Eliss plea, which seemed near to tears Gandaaaa! Kwaang! [Enhancement has failed!] [The Ring of the Suns Ruby has been destroyed!] Bright mes burst forth. Yet again, the result was the same. Orun, undeterred, swung the hammer again. Hu-eijjaa! Crack! [Enhancement has failed!] [Heart of Delsus Lake has been destroyed!] Owooooot! The hammer swung wildly up and down. Splinters flew in all directions with each blow. This ce was hell. At least, for Elis. [Enhancement has failed!] [Rainbow Gem Ne has been destroyed!] My, my ne! I only used that on special asions Elis was frantic to the point of madness, but it was already toote. Items destroyed by the hands of a cksmith could never be restored. It took a considerable amount of time before Orun stopped his hammering. A total of 11. That was how many essories were shattered in failed enhancements. Even Orun, with his thick face, could not lift his head in this situation. Huff, huff, huff Out of thirst, he grabbed the bottle from the table and gulped down the alcohol. Curse it If it were just 3 days younger Are you already exhausted? Watch your words. Do you realize the level of effort this task requires? The hammer swings looked aimless, but you were employing 3 to 4 skills simultaneously. Even the wrist snap and timing werent half bad. Everything was decent. But the reason for the enhancement failure was simple: Trauma. At the most critical moment The tragic cksmith who had to endure the loss of a loved one due to his own hammering. Now, what I need to do is to help him ovee that wound and return to his prime. Jinhyuk picked up a hammer in the forge. Though significantly smallerpared to Oruns hammer, it was a hammer with a perfect grip. You seem to have an eye for quality, human. What do you intend to do with it? It seems I can do it well enough after seeing you hammer a few times. What did you say? At Jinhyuks words, Oruns expression twisted with disbelief. Until now, Orun had only responded with his carefreeughter, but this statement seemed to have struck a nerve. Of course, that was what Jinhyuk had intended. Even a great cksmith like you struggle when drunk and emotional Why wouldnt I be able to do it? Ive learned everything I need from watching you hammer ten times. Youre ridiculous. Are you serious? Of course. If you wish, we could ce a wager on it. Ill stake this. But if you lose, Orun, you must grant me one wish. Jinhyuk brought out wines that Elis had fetched from the imperial treasury. Each bottle was a treasure worthy of the title fine wine. Hmm Surely youre not worried you might lose? Well, I would understand, given your constant failures Here, the trick was to slightly lift the corner of the mouth by about 13.5 degrees. As if to say, if you think you can do it, then show me. And the provocation worked perfectly. Alright. It seems I must teach you the meaning of metalworking. The atmosphere changed in an instant. The previouslyx air suddenly tensed up. [Orun activates his unique ability Breath of Metal!] Truly Who would have imagined a nonbat, artisan resident could emanate such a heavy sense of presence? If this had been a fair contest, I would never have been able to beat Orun. Capable of handling almost anything, Jinhyuk could manage hammering to a certain extent as wellhed be akin to a 4th-dan in the game of Go, or a Diamond Tier in gaming; impressive amongmon folk, but far from Oruns level. Even if his trauma from the past prevented Orun from performing at his peak. But he proposed this contest because [You have met the copy conditions!] [Unique ability Breath of Metal has been copied!] Jinhyuk never intended to lose the challenge in any sense. Lets proceed with this as our object. Jinhyuk took out the Blood of the Red Dragon and Fang from his spatial inventory. Tough materials. Orun scowled. He anticipated something challenging, but had not expected such a difficult venture. The blood of a Red Dragon was a top-grade magical ingredient even the court mages of the empire had failed to handle. To enhance it with the Fang, crafted from the tooth of a superior beast Penta Gryphis, was indeed challenging. It is essential for gauging skills. Alright. Who goes first? I will. Jinhyuk stepped forward. Watching Jinhyuk grasp the hammer, Orun sneered disdainfully. Thinks he knows about metalworking? Living a life among metal and fire, he knew it required tremendous talent and relentless effort to walk the path of a cksmith. Hmm not bad hammering. Despite everything, his initial hammering was decent, with apt speed and timing. And there was something oddly familiar about it. What? He can do that too? Oruns pupils contracted in surprise. The beginner, whod ordinarily falter at such intricate steps, moved through them with ease, exuding an air of confidence. Not bad. Not bad. But that was the limit. Handling the temperature of the fire and dealing with dragons blood were entirely different leagues. The essence of metal must be understood, its breath felt. To prevent the powerful magical ingredients from devouring metal, one has to read even deeper. Theres no way he could do it. Impossible. Absolutely. But Orun waspletely unaware. [Unique abilities Breath of Metal, Fire Element, and Stars Blessing fuse together!] [Sess in fusion!] [You have acquired the unique ability Breath of the me Dragon!] [The fused ability is saved in the Memories of the World.] [Breath of the me Dragon] Difficulty of Acquisition: SSS Description: Rulers of fire, the mighty dragonkin. Among them, the me Dragon Tensia used fire to create countless artifacts. This power, allowing you to prate the essence of fire and iron, holds the essence of her being. The world has yet to learn that there are veterans who can crush both effort and talent. Chapter 215: The Never-Extinguishing Anvil ‘Orun’ (2) Chapter 215: The Never-Extinguishing Anvil Orun (2) Chapter 215: The Never-Extinguishing Anvil Orun (2) This is unbelievable! A tremor shook through Oruns pupils. It was inevitable. Until just moments ago, Jinhyuks manual dexterity was quitemendable But what he was showing now was a realm entirely different. Gulp. A dry swallow traveled down his throat. ng! ng! ng! Sparks flew, and beyond that, he could see the dragons blood seeping into the dagger. It was a sequence of events so natural. The realm elevated to an art form far transcended themon sense that Orun had been aware of so far. Is this what forging is? Thump! Thump! Thump! Oruns heart began to beat rapidly. Something he had long forgotten was ring up again at this moment. Right then. Jinhyuks hand came to an abrupt stop. As if the heated air had been doused with cold water, it cooled instantly. Why! Why stop here! Just when were you about toplete it! Oruns face fell in frustration, just feeling like he missed the climax. Just a little more. Only a very slight effort was needed for the item to be sessfully enhanced. He was left with just the most challenging and difficultst hurdle. Ive reached my limit with my skills. If I do any more, the dagger will break. Jinhyuk said tly, shaking his head. So. Please finish the final touches, Master Orun. It had been decided from the beginning that he wouldplete the grand finale. Do you trust me? Wasnt that item precious to you? Pricey and precious, yes. Thats why I ask you, Master Orun. Do you realize Ivepletely destroyed over ten trinkets? Im aware. But things have changed since the beginning. Youve decided to pick up the hammer and strike once more, havent you? Orun nced back and forth between Jinhyuk and the hammer. He seemed to deliberate, yet it was but for a brief moment. Ill give it a try. But before that, have a drink of this. Jinhyuk tossed a ck bottle to Orun. Crack! Orun popped the bottle open and took a whiff of the liquid inside. His face crinkled at the pungent smell that stung his nose. What is this? It looks like medicine but Ive never seen it before. Of course, he hadnt. It was a hangover remedy that Jinhyuk had purchased from a convenience store. Trust me and drink up. It should help a lot. Apart from the trauma, Orun had another significant issue. Congenital alcoholism. Simply put, he was so used to drinking alcohol 24/7, 365 days a year, that his true abilities were being repressed. [Abnormal status will be removed.] [Concentration and precision will increase by 300%!] Orun downed the contents of the bottle and his eyes widened in amazement. No wonder he was astonished. His mind was clearing up, and the drunken buzz vanished in an instant. This was the essential item for modern workers worn out from overtime and social drinking. Finished it. Never imagined such a miraculous potion existed. If you are satisfied, thats all that matters. Now, please give us your best performance. I have received such a precious gift, of course, I shall do my part. Just trust me. With a determined look, Orun raised the hammer high into the sky. Dont do it. Do you really have nothing left to trust but that old coot? Dont trust him! You must never trust him! Elise was screaming at the top of her lungs, clearly against it. Her strong protest did raise some anxiety. In fact, it was incredibly nerve-wracking. The moment that thought crossed his mind. Huuuup! The hammer, endowed with various skills, struck the dagger. Despite its simplicity, it was a blow that umted decades of expertise. Please! Woong! Just then, a dazzling light burst forth. The interior of the forge was bathed in white. *** [An astonishing craftsmans work! You have seeded in enhancing the artifact of legendary difficulty!] [Pentagrisss Fang (Blue)] Attack Power: 5570 Durability: 2200 / 2200 Special Effect (Basic Passive): Every 3rd attack increases critical strike chance by 7%. Self Sacrifice (Active): Deliberately destroying Pentagrisss Fang grants an option to increase attack power by 100 times with a 100% sess rate. The color had risen by one tier. The de that held a tinge of green soon took on a hue of blue. We actually seeded. Huh? Did we really seed? Can it be? Did I seed? This time, all three were astonished. One might have thought it was inappropriate to be surprised, but since they had seeded, lets skip that for now. What mattered now was admiring the insane attributes of this item. The attack power is higher than the spear gotten from the empires treasury. Considering the aspects of portability and speed that the dagger possessed, these capabilities were absurd. Not to mention, due to the cruelly low chance of enhancing an artifact, it had unexpectedly gained two special effects. Jinhyuk stilled his trembling heart. He then calmly read the text that appeared on the status screen. An increase of 7% in critical chance every three hits This is remarkable too. As the fight grew longer, the chance of a critical hit would increase, and the probability of 7% was fairly high in its own right. It would be unsettling for an opponent to suddenly take arge amount of damage. And this Self Sacrifice active effect is almost too powerful to be true. One-hit kill. If a foe receives a damage equivalent to 550,000, not many, even boss-level monsters, could withstand it. Most medium torge-sized monsters didnt even have more than 10,000 HP, much less 50,000. Good. The situation had settled down quite satisfactorily. Well, theres still just one more thing to do. Jinhyuk smiled warmly toward Orun. You truly have a great touch. It seems the saying that you are the best cksmith inside the tower was urate. Ahem! I could always do this much. I was just taking it easy until now. Ive warmed up finally. Honestly, you wont find a cksmith better than me. Right? Hahaha! A highly proud Orun boasted about his work. Now, what about thepensation for the damages? Eh? What damages? Youve smashed all our dearrades treasures to bits. Naturally, you ought to pay for that. Ha, but you said it was okay for me to overlook it that you would let it slide, didnt you? I did. I was okay with it but. Jinhyuk subtly pointed to someone standing beside him. There stood the august Queen herself, her face contorted in anger. This friend of ours doesnt agree, though. Yikes! Kukukukukuku! Various objects in the forge began to levitate into the air. The blood droplets made manifest by Blood Lord began to slowly rotate counter-clockwise. You dare destroy my treasures And after you destroy all my things, then you manage to seed? Are you joking now? Or have you gonepletely mad just to infuriate me? A power far surpassing imagination pressed down on Oruns entire body. It felt like facing a dragon head-on. Im going to die. Oruns voice grew frantic as the sole thought of survival filled his mind. Ho-how much should Ipensate? 800 billion coins seem appropriate. 800? 800 billion? Oruns eyes nearly popped out of their sockets. With that much? Even an emperor wouldnt be able to afford suchpensation. Then theres only a second option. Jinhyuk ced a paper imbued with magical energy on the table. It was an application form for Highwater Corporation. Your application to ourtest recruitment campaign is weed. Ourpany prefers IT and Big Data what? I can read this but what does it mean? I dont understand a word. Its nothing serious. Just some trivial details. No need to read too thoroughly. Seriously, dont read it in-depth. Alright. Theres a ce to sign and stamp at the bottom. Yes. Right there. Just write Master Oruns name there. Wait a minute An inkling of something ominous gnawed at him However, Jinhyuk forcibly obtained Oruns signature. And with that, thepany had added another stalwart employee to its ranks. After all, forging is not my specialty. When a specialist is avable, theres no need to pour time and effort into doing it myself. The whole reason for provoking Orun was to copy the abilities of this dwarf and merge them with other skills. It was certainly not for the sake of forging on his own. Soon, I should try more varied fusions with the skills Ive copied. Of course, Ill have to ensure Im ustomed to the skills through training. If he fused Daylight and Breath of the Fire Dragon He would obtain an area-of-effect skill that defied imagination. It would be a skill with an effect simr to Googoos unique sacred incantation. Considering the tasks ahead of him, Jinhyuks lips naturally curled into a smile. The chance to be stronger and grow was definitely a delightful thing, as there seemed to be plenty of opportunities left for him. But just then. Ding-dong! Ding-dong! Ding-dong! A long, high bell tone shook through the city. This is surely not Both Orun and Jinhyuk realized what this bell tolling represented. The Pheromone Bell. It only rang when the capital of the empire was under attack A bell known as The Last Bell. *** Enemies are invading! Gather all troops on the walls! Archers! Magicians, stand by! Focus firepower all at once! The royal guards protect her majesty and the royal family! Do not let the scoundrels in here! Mid-levelmanders were frantically directing the soldiers. The reality that enemies hade to the very heart of the empire was difficult to believe. Amidst the chaos, armored soldiers and various military units bustled within the castle walls. Clunk! Catapults were loaded with huge rocks. Knights drew their swords and moved to strategic points inside the walls. Porters and livestock hauling various strategic supplies turned the interior of the castle into a near-chaotic scene. Enemies here, of all ces? Who in the world reached us this far? Never mind that now. Hurry inside. Mommy The citizens, though anxious, began to evacuate inward to avoid getting caught in thebat. And Atop a watchtower, Jinhyuk silently observed the entire scene. . Upon hearing the bell, he contemted various possibilities. The likeliest scenario was the martial world, with the Magic Users Association he recently met as the second candidate. Both were sufficient threats that wouldnt hesitate to resort to any means to achieve their goals. However, the force currently advancing at high speed wasnt from the martial world or the Magic Users Association. This is also quite a challenge. Werepletely caught off guard. Elise clicked her tongue sharply. Her words couldnt be more urate. No one anticipated that they would strike in such a manner. So they say, the best defense is a good offense? They wereing. Jinhyuk held tightly to the newly acquired fang. Chapter 216: A New Power & The Balance of the Mid-Layers (1) Chapter 216: A New Power & The Bnce of the Mid-Layers (1) Never expected these guys to make their move now Jinhyuks eyes narrowed sharply. Approaching the walls of the fortress were giants, each about 5 meters tall. There were seven of them in total. It wasnt arge number, but each was a formidable adversary in its own right. A single giant was a challenge even for apany-sized unit of soldiers. If one of these were to break into the capital, the heart of the empire, the damage they could cause was unimaginable. Giants are known to be territorial, but Wait, how did they get all the way here? Even with the empire weakened by internal strife, they should have detected giants this size, shouldnt they? Ellis murmured in disbelief. Maybe they came through there. Jinhyuk pointed towards the river that flowed to the right of the fortress. The waterway where the river and sea met, forming a route ind for trade. True to an empire that ruled over seven kingdoms, they had various transport routes in ce. So youre saying they took a boat down here? More unlikely than that. On closer inspection, the giants bodies were drenched. Could it be Underwater? Right. From their strongholds to here. They sent a detachment through the waters. If so, then they could slip past the border guards and infiltrate deep into the empire. The murkiness of the water would have been a significant advantage in hiding their massive forms. Though how they managed to breathe remained unknown Looking at the character of the one who hade up with this n, they surely found some ingenious method. The King of Giants, indeed Jinhyuk reminisced about his past experiences. Ograkun. A minor power in the middleyers of the tower, the giant king. Amidst the mighty empires and martial realms, he was the sovereign of a race that alone preserved its territory. At the same time, he holds a key pivotal to this war. The die was cast. By the hands of the giants, not the empire nor the martial realms. How could the border guards let not one, but seven giants slip past them! Damn it. Well figure it outter. We need to stop them first! Fire! Hit them with everything weve got! Dont let them near the walls! Urgent cries echoed, followed by the shaking of the earth itself. Thump! Thump! Thump! Thump! The impact of their heavy strides approached, their weight like a herd of rhinos charging. And in that moment. Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom! Magic spells exploded against the bodies of the giants. mes and shards of ice scattered in all directions. Kuaaaargh! Oaaaargh! The giants roared in pain, bearingrge wounds. But it was only a momentary hindrance. Mechanically, the giants reached the moat directly below the walls. st it! Theyve already made it this far! As big as they are, thats over 20 meters deep. They wont be able to climb easi What? A soldier gasped mid-sentence. Two of theparativelyrger giants grabbed a smaller one by the feet. As if using a boost, one giant was flung high into the air, easily clearing the city walls. Itnded, of all ces, where the defensive wall was weakest: among the densely packed archers. Whether that was the intention or not didnt matter. What was clear was that the defensive forces here were virtually helpless against the giant. Die! The giants roar was ferocious. What followed was a one-sided ughter. Boom! Boom! Boom! With an axe that could split a boulder in a single strike, the giantid waste around itself. Arrgh! My leg, my leg! Save someone help! Soldiers d in armor and shields were torn apart like paper. The giants attack made the idea of defense utterly futile. With the infantrypromised, the archers right next to them werepletely exposed. Losing the archers, vital for long-rangebat, was a loss too great to measure in strategic terms. The archers preservation was paramount, especially considering they had no clue how the enemy had reached this ce. Kill them all! In a frenzy, the giant swung its axe, murmuring in human speech. Arms and legs were severed, and the sky turned red with arcs of blood. But just then. Someone stepped forth before the giant. Your rampage ends here. Fwoosh! A blinding blue light gathered along the de. A wielder of auras. The empires mightiest asset. Enter the Knight. Woaaah! Its the Temple Knights! Sir Melbourne of the Temple Knights hase! Were saved, its all over now! The soldiers, who were just moments in hell, cheered at the sight of Melbourne. With golden hair and blue eyes, Melbourne leaped onto the giants arm and reached for its neck in a single, fluid motion. But then. Crash! The knights sword, charging forward unstoppably, was suddenly deflected away. Blocked my aura? Shock shed through Melbournes eyes. It was clear. The giant had used its axe to counter the sword strike. Already hard to face due to their sheer physical superiority, who could have thought the giants had means to counter auras too? This is dangerous! Instinctively sensing danger, Melbourne tried to dodge but it was toote. The axe, which had been seemingly tilting to the side, suddenly came down. Crunch! Melbourne, along with his sword, was cleaved cleanly in two. Sir Melbourne struck down in a single hit. I cant believe it. What kind of giant is that? How are we supposed to beat it? Hope dwindled in an instant. The realization that the knight couldnt even withstand a minute against the giant sent morale plummeting. Hahahaha! Humans so weak. We are strong. The giant exuded a grotesqueughter as he beheld the terror in the humans. Basking in the power of his tion, he looked down at the human prey. The human vermin who have harassed us for so long. After killing all of you today your flesh shall be a feast. The giant was dreaming of gorging himself on the humans before him. Indeed, its naturesw that prey does not challenge a predator but is simply consumed. Yet there was one audacious human approaching the giant with no sign of fear, despite the panic around. Is he mad? Or just stupid? The giant tilted his head in bemusement and then hefted his axe high. Just like he had with the knight called Melbourne. A terrifying whoosh as the axe moved towards the mans head. But The expected did not ur. Boom! For the first time, the unstoppable axe was halted. By a mere thin stiletto. Not a bad weapon. Jinhyuk nced at the giants axe. A metal solid enough to withstand even an aura, wrought iron. This was why the giant was able to hold its ground against a knight. Combine that with its natural strength and speed and it was no wonder the knight stood no chance. Did the dwarves get involved? How did you know? What, surprised? Its obvious. Such high-grade craftsmanship was beyond the capability of giants. A unique specialty of the dwarves, born cksmiths. Caught in the crossfire of major powers jockeying for influence, it seemed the minority factions had joined forces to create a new power. All my questions have been answered. Our encounter was brief, but thanks for the enlightenment. Dont be cocky over just a moments block Argh! The scene between the giant and Melbourne reyed, but with a clear role reversal. Screech! Crack! The surface of the axe began to fracture. The wrought iron, which had withstood the aura, could not hold up against the teeth now biting through it. A cutter of the blue grade. Thebination of the cksmith Oruns unique ability and the high-level phantom beast Penta-Griffin was truly supreme. You what kind of human are you? No need for a dying man to know. Must have been tough traveling through the water. That was genuine concern. Imagine the ordeal of walking underwater for days on end. Of course, there was scant time to acknowledge the hardship before sumbing to death. With those final words. Swoosh! The stiletto sliced through the giants neck. The massive head rolled across the top of the walls. An ending so anticlimactic for a giant that had been terrifyingly powerful. Are we dreaming right now? Damn it. After seeing the same thing, whats this talk about dreams? Which knight order does he belong to? Such a strong knight We should have heard of him before The soldiers watching couldnt believe what they had witnessed. Some rubbed their eyes or shook their heads as if to clear their thoughts. They mostly believed that the man before them must be either a newly appointed knight-captain or a top-tier, yet unrecognized mercenary. Such was the extraordinary nature of the event that Jinhyuk had just disyed, beyond the realm of ordinary understanding. And then, the moment came. Wait! That man. Hes the felon listed on the wanted poster, isnt he? Someones remark sent another wave of uneasiness through the crowd. Thats right. The yer from outside the tower who caused trouble at the nobles assembly. Thats the man. They say the bounty itself would take us a lifetime to gather. So we should capture him, right? Capture? How do you propose we catch that monster? Indeed, what good was a handsome bounty if theycked the power even to attempt iming it? Besides, it doesnt sit well to raise weapons against the person who had just saved their lives. Above all, the immediate concern was not a criminal apprehension but the remaining giants, right? The giant who had wreaked havoc on the wall was but one of the seven. To confront the remaining six, they needed to regroup and reinforce immediately. However, Stay put. Jinhyuk calmly deterred them. What do you mean? There are still those down there If youre referring to the remaining fellers, who exactly are you talking about? The ambush was over. Another yer, Unknown, had already joined the battle. A yer wearing a mask inscribed with geometric patterns hovered in the sky above. [Ellis activates her unique ability Blood Lord!] With that. The sky turned a deep red. Chapter 217: New Forces & The Balance of the Mid-Tiers (2) Chapter 217: New Forces & The Bnce of the Mid-Tiers (2) [Elise activates Lv?? Heavenseams Blood Jade!] As she gestured lightly, the giants climbing the wall began to rise into the sky. A grand magic defying gravity. Kaaaah! My body is moving on its own! Spheres made of blood droplets engulfed the entirety of the giants. Spears forged from blood streaked through the air one by one. Thud! Thwack! The spears pierced right through the giants joints, burrowing deep into their flesh. It wasnt to inflict a fatal wound but to crush their ability to move. What followed was an overwhelming magical force that could shatter the veryws of physics. The spherespressed in an instant. Crack-crunch! Nothing could survive within. It took less than a minute for the six giants to be reduced to the size of ser balls. I needed to stage a spectacle like this. The scene where Unknown and I appear at the same ce. I had no doubt that if this footage were uploaded, it would generate a tremendous response. Especially now when I need coins to buy supplies for the war, this is the perfect chance to boost the views. Jinhyuk nodded in satisfaction. Then, slightly btedly. Huff. Huff. Huff. Theyve arrived. Atop the castle. Knights from the Temr Order and the White Rose Order climbed the walls. Arent you toote to be of any use? Since its all over, why not go home, wash your feet, and get some sleep? Jinhyuk taunted them. Insolent! Stop. A knight was about to respond to the provocation, but another one quickly restrained him. A familiar face. Sir Talmore! What a surprise to see you here again. You appear even morecking than when west met. McKensey! McKensey. That was the name. I had forgotten it, being so preupied with remembering other things. How was it? Were you okay in the council hall? You faltered so pitifully after putting on such a bold front Ah! My apologies. I meant only to think it, but the words slipped out. This darn mouth of mine. Jinhyuk pped his lips lightly. It produced a rather distinct sound. Squeak! McKenseys face flushed red with anger. Only one more provoking line was necessary, right? Suddenly, the perfect phrase popped into my head. Dont raise your blood pressure too much. Im starting to crave for a stewed octopus dish with a ss of wine. It seems a bit difficult to pick up with chopsticks because its so slippery Hmm. Jinhyuk yfully reached for McKenseys head with imaginary chopsticks. Youve crossed the line. Elise uttered a gasp as if shed seen a demon. You damn! Swoosh! McKenseys sword was halfway drawn, but that was irrelevant. What mattered was that my recent statement had fulfilled all the conditions for copying. [You have sessfully copied the unique ability High-Speed Sword!] [The copied ability will be stored in The Worlds Memory!] One of the great Grand Swordmasters of the Empire. I had acquired Abrahams hallmark High-Speed Sword. Really, its more addictive than drugs. The crystallization of talent and effort bred by numerous formidable foes over a lifetime. Being able to effortlessly snatch them away seemed almost like cheating. Of course, I had no intention of chasing after something as absurd as fairness. The world was inherently unfair. And to prevent humanitys extinction and ascend the Towers peak once more, I needed to secure a position beyond the reach of others. Right at that moment, Hooh McKensey calmed his trembling body, fueled by rage. The Duke is calling for you. If you follow quietly, not only will your bounty be canceled, but youll also receive a reward for protecting the Empire from the giants. First a threat, now a temptation It was an expected turn of events. After Id demonstrated such might, if they continued to be hostile, theyd be no duke of the Empire but a fool with anger issues. Lead the way. Lets hear them out. Smart decision. McKensey led the way, and Jinhyuk and Elise followed. When they returned to the council hall, the injuries from before had beenpletely restored. Arrayed with clean tables and chairs, the meeting room was upied by the nobility factions heavyweights, including Duke Bainstern. This time, there were no representatives from the Penheimer party or any of the minor factions. Apparently, this was a meeting arranged by Bainstern himself. It made me realize anew the immense power a duke of the Empire held. Wee. Duke Bainstern, seated at the head of the table, greeted Jinhyuk warmly. So you wont start by drawing your sword at me this time? Ha, ha, ha, that was a bit of a misunderstanding. Who wouldnt be unnerved by a stranger suddenly appearing with spatial movement? Moreover, theres no way we could ignore the two who annihted the giants. Naturally, under my authority, I will grant you a fitting reward, so have no worry. From the way he eagerly offered praise, I could guess everything that would follow. You did great. Youre the best. Lets join forces and prosper together. Once I be the Emperor, Ill make sure to secure a ce for you. And so on. The typical, stale stench of conspiracy and intrigue he was likely to propose. To save us both some time, lets cut down his speech to the essentials. Im not sure what youre willing to promise, but frankly, I doubt any proposal could pique my interest. I am the most powerful-man in the Empire. Wealth, honor, or information and items rted to ascending the Tower Or, if you wish, I could even arrange a marital engagement with the daughters of nobility. I assure you, youve never seen beauties like them. Oh? If they are such women then Jinhyuk couldnt finish his sentence, as Elise poked him in the ribs with her finger. Cough For a moment, I almost screamed out loud. It was like being charged at full force by an armored knight wielding ance rather than a mere poke. Ill die. You. Elise red with a murderous look in her eyes. That was a bonus. Thanks for the concern, but Im not interested. Besides, its not about whom I side with, but shouldnt it be a priority for the Empire to seize key positions before Wulin? Jinhyuk quickly shifted the topic. Hmm That is indeed a critical issue. I agree with this man. Excellency. The nobles nodded in agreement. Given that the giants had made a preemptive strike against the Empire, it was paramount that the Empire retaliated immediately, with such a significant pretext already in ce. Bainstern, aware of this, had been reluctant to make a move because he had been working behind the scenes with Wulin. The matter cannot be decided lightly. We understand the importance of the stronghold, but do you realize how many knights have fallen trying to attack it? How many have there been? Fifty, even among just the Swordmasters and these were elite troops I nurtured personally! Hmm Just perhaps your men are all ipetent, your Grace? The blunt remark caused the duke to freeze in ce, and the faces of the nobles paled as if they were nk sheets of paper. Only Abraham, who sat beside Bainstern, chuckled. His eyes shone with interest. His mouth twisted slightly, giving me an unbearably heavy stare. You may be excellent. Bainstern finally managed to resume speaking through gritted teeth. But thats because you havent been to their stronghold. Anyone can talk big here Lets do it then. What? Taking on that stronghold. Lets just do it ourselves. Jinhyuks statement figuratively poured cold water over the assembly, once again. As night deepened, Jinhyuk and Elise, who had been escorted to a luxurious suite with over ten rooms, sated their hunger with a sumptuous dinner after a hot bath. Oh! I never thought Id eat such a fancy dessert. The Empire guys have some surprisingly good points. Elises eyes twinkled as she looked at the ice cream resembling a tiny fortress. I wondered when shed picked up a taste for sweet things She once thirsted for blood as a respectable boss monster. Stop eating so much. If you eat like that at this hour, youll gain weight. So what? Why do you have to nag about eating? Dont you know anything eaten with delight is 0 calories? Where did you learn that phrase? Its all on Youtoob. Damn it. Now Im not sure whether this creature is a genuine ancient or a freshman straight out of college. Hope you eat to your hearts content and get an upset stomach. Jinhyuk clicked his tongue briefly and stood up from the table first. Having eaten and drunk to satisfaction, it was time to handle umted work. Lying in his own bed, Jinhyuk edited the video he had recorded since arriving at the Empire. After a few minutes passed, [The video has been uploaded.] A brief message announced that a new video was uploaded to Youtoob. Given Jinhyuks global poprity, views exploded within a minute of the upload. An unexplored tier of the Tower, Seeing firsthand the delicate bnce and conflict among the Towers grand forces was sure to garner universal interest. -The King: The more I see Jinhyuk, the more Im convinced hes not human. How strong do you have to be to pull off such feats? -Chicken Mayo Mint Choco Over Rice: It was like a Zergling vs Ultralisk fight, but then suddenly a Carrier shows up. -Techrates: . Thats like the developer inserting a bug unit into the game. -Weakened Dwarf n: The dwarf getting jumpy in the middle is so cute. If he has cksmith skills, isnt he like an all-rounder? -Neighbors Thieving Kid: Dwarves, Empire knights, court mages, he reduces them all to extras. . -Ordinary ss-3 License: I once heard a European ranker talking about the Empire and Wulin saying theres a whole different level between them and yers. But everything palespared to Jinhyuk. However, the shock didnt end there. When Unknown with the geometrical mask joined Jinhyuk on the same rampart, there was a chill sensation, like a cold shiver spreading across the skin. -Unknown is the future: Tell me Im not dreaming right now? -Japle longnight: Huh . -Mothers Backhand Smash: Isnt this like Marvel and DCing together? -Premier League All-Checked: Its like Messi and Ronaldo meeting. -A Latte is a CCL: Two of the strongest yers in the same ce, my chest feels like its going to explode. Comments kepting, and views climbed at a startling pace. As expected, the response is good. Jinhyuk clenched his fist. The encounter between the two most discussed yers was bound to hit 5 million views by tomorrow at this rate. Especially since it was already posing a threat to the currently top-ranked Gandhara guilds raid video posted in the Hall of Fame. But just when he was relishing in the joy, Knock knock! A knock sounded at the door. ! I should have been alerted by the barrier I spread around just in case someone approached. The fact that someone reached my door without triggering it meant This is no ordinary room service. Jinhyuk reflexively picked up his fangs. Chapter 218: New Forces & Balance within the Mid-Ranks (3) Chapter 218: New Forces & Bnce within the Mid-Ranks (3) Knock, knock. Once again, the sound of a knock echoed through the room. For an assassin, it was excessively polite behavior. No, perhaps such confidence might even be more frightening. Come in. Jinhyuk gripped his dagger tightly as he watched the door. Creak. As the door opened an unexpected figure appeared. Gosh, the hospitality here is quitecking. Ive been to a variety of homes, but this is the first time someone greets me with a de. A handsome man with golden hair and clear blue eyes. It was Abraham, one of the Dukes close associates. The sight of him, grinning with a half-empty bottle of wine, made him look like a friend of ten years. Dont you have any basic manners? Why are you barging into someones room at this ungodly hour? Come on, dont be so stiff. How about we have a light drink? Theres plenty of time to spare anyway. Abraham strode into the room without an invitation. Alice, who had been in the living room, quickly put on her mask, startled, and darted toward her room. Patter, patter. The sight of her scurrying away was like that of a hamster fleeing from a cat. Whats with her? Leave her be. Shes very shy. Is that so? Hmm. Well, magicians are a bit quirky. And if someones among the ranks of the archmages, theyre probably more peculiar. Archmage? Alice? Didnt you know? The magic she disyed atop the city walls was enough to make the Empires Chief Magician, Pilgrim, click his tongue. He first thought a dragon had appeared and turned white as a sheet. Well, considering how unimpressive shes beentely, its easy to forget. Alice is indeed a formidable entity. If things had been as they originally were, the Empires magicians and knights would have struggled to face Alice head-on. But how did she be such a fool Jinhyuk clicked his tongue as he glimpsed Alice peeking through the door gap. So, you came all the way here just to see her? No, I came to see you. Honestly, I prefer swordsmen to magicians. I believe one must face battles head-on. Why are all you swordsmen so obsessed with fighting? Hmm? Never mind. I remember someone simr to you. Cha Yuseong, who bes a ravenous swordsman hungry for blood the moment he picks up his de. To be precise, that was before. By now, he must have switched sides to the martial artists formation. I was tired from editing, but lets follow your suggestion and have a drink. As it happens, I also have something Id like to ask you. Jinhyuk sat at the table. I like your straightforwardness. Very pleasing. Abraham poured a red liquid into a clear ss with a gulp, gulp, gulp. The table had been cleared by Alice, leaving barely any appetizers except a few pieces of cheese, which would be enough. If youre curious about something, go ahead and ask. If I can answer, I will. Why did you join the Dukes side? You must understand what it means for a Grand Swordmaster to side with a Duke over an Emperor? Abrahams fingertips twitched at Jinhyuks question. Hmm. Thats a tough question to start with. Our night is short as it is; Id rather not spend it all with you. Ha! Well, we men cant spend all night chatting over trivial matters. Whats the reason? You must realize what it signifies for a Grand Swordmaster to side with the Duke. You seem to know a lot about the Empires internal affairs, so Ill speak freely. Sure enough, youre aware of how unstable the imperial authority is? Emperor Reinhardt is merely a puppet, ame duck without hands or feet. For the future of the Empire, a new star is neededit means the princes must prove their own worth. However The first prince, although of age, was not fit to be an Emperor. A perfect fit for an ipetent tyrant. He was cruel and ruthless, preferring immediate pleasures and power to establishing his rule. The second prince, reasonably clever, died under mysterious circumstances while hunting. Its likely that the nobles had a hand in that. Lastly, the third prince possessed all the qualities of a great ruler but was far too young. Itd take too long for him to be a threat, and even if he tried, the nobles would tear his wings before he could soar, especially if they had already dealt with the second. The one thing for certain is that before the third prince could fully establish himself and rise, the nobles would surely tear him apart. So you sided with the nobility? For the sake of the Empires future. The moniker Iron-blooded has long since vanished, with each kingdom eying the Empire greedily. Furthermore, with the Martial Realm and a third force in y, I had to make a choice. Hmm. So, its more important to worry about the fate of millions of imperial citizens than one Emperor? So you approached me for what reason? Abraham looked Jinhyuk straight in the eye. The hope that you might be able to change everything. Are you serious? I may have drunk somewhat, but not enough to be speaking nonsense. I thought he was joking, but theughing lines disappeared from his once grinning face. Hes serious. I know about your rtionship with Penheimer. That old man never gives up. So, I looked a little deeper. The yer from outside the tower, whom everyone in the Empire considered insignificant in fact, how extraordinary his skills were and the extent of his aplishments. All of it. Abraham sipped his wine. Frankly, I dont believe that one man can change the fate of a great nation, even if that man is a Grand Swordmaster who has vastly surpassed the limits of humanity. Thats why he sided with the Duke. If the best choice isnt avable, then one must make the second-best choice. However, after seeing you, I began to think differently. Perhaps, just maybe, one man could truly alter the fate of the Empire. You mean youd switch sides back to the Emperor? Betray the Duke? Thats not up to me to decide. Its determined by my actions. Thats right. [Lv10 Eye of Gluttony is analyzing the truthfulness of the subjects words.] [Abrahams words are truth.] At least hes not lying. This is getting interesting. A major variable has emerged due to Abrahams capriciousness. A hidden card that could deal a fatal blow to the Duke if used correctly. The problem is utilizing it well enough Jinhyuks mind began to race. How do you n on joining our side? Follow through with your words: attack and secure a stronghold from the giants body without the Empires help. Proving your strength is the ultimate prerequisite for everything. Well, this was already part of the n, so the condition is no big deal. Secondly, I heard you have a friend in the Martial Realm. Hes not so much a friend as a leech-like enemy I dont know what circumstances there are, but having an ally on the inside is an incredible stroke of luck. Hes not an ally now. That person should provide internal information from the Martial Realm. Clearly, this information must be helpful to the overall situation. Damn. Hes not even considering my words. I have to seed in both if Im going to move that heavy backside of his. Of course, this is already an unexpected gain. A spectacr return for being disturbed in the middle of the night. It seems weve talked enough. Then, I wish you luck. Ill take my leave first. Abraham slowly rose from his seat. With a little worry and anticipation, Jinhyuk stopped him as something crossed his mind. By the way, just in case things go wrong and your betrayal is exposed, try not to worry too much. What do you mean? Nothing much. Just saying that if things do go south, I could always look out for at least one person like you. A piece of paper appeared in front of Abraham. The Deep-Rooted Corporation? A very respectablepany. A ce that recognizes talent, you see? Jinhyuk didnt forget to pitch onest business proposition as apany representative. A skilled new recruit is always wee. Time flew by as I busied myself preparing to assault the giants stronghold. We had to move in small numbers, and even the fastest route to the giants territory would take over a week, so there was no shortage of things to do. How dare youmand me to carry a load? Alice frowned upon seeing the mountain of items. But it onlysted a moment. Sigh With a bulge forming on her head, Alice put on a backpack bigger than herself. Next, T-Bone stood proudly next to Jinhyuk, honing his weapon. Though he had been ordered to focus on leveling up and growing in the bug den with the potatoes and other spirit waters He was summoned again for this asion. Since the other creatures couldnte, it was possible to bring T-Bone, who had be an undead monster. nk. T-Bone. Stronger. Protect. Master. T-Bone puffed up his gaunt bones. Hmm. Maybe I should give him an ogre milk bath at some point. Its clear hescking calcium when you see holes in his bones. Feeling oddly guilty at the thought of making him fight an opponent at least 30 times his size, we continued. So its just the three of us going, all the way there? Thats right. Excited? Ah, to be one with nature Gathering mushrooms along the way, catching crayfish, really immersing ourselves in the camping spirit. Alice looked like she might cry, but she didnt know any better. Was there ever such a thing as afortable and cozy trip during the medieval times? If yourete, youll be left behind. Jinhyuk hurried along. Wa-wait. nk. And Alice and T-Bone followed behind. Hours passed, and as they left the capital of the Empire behind, a quiet mountain path stretched out before them. The warm sunlight, the fragrance of green grass, and the fresh air were a striking contrast to Seouls spring, filled with fine dust and yellow sand. Of course, in Seoul, you wouldnt find yourself followed by a group of armed pursuers on a simple daytime journey. Have you confirmed it? Alice whispered quietly, her ability to sense magic with a nce proving to be reliable. Yes. I noticed just a while ago. At first, I thought they might be bandits, but the ones were about to confront are from apletely different league. Im unable to urately count their numbers, which is saying something. Chapter 219: Blood Sword (血劍), White Snake (白蛇) (1) Chapter 219: Blood Sword (Ѫ), White Snake () (1) Chapter 219: Blood Sword (), White Snake () (1) Keeping a constant distance, the shadows followed behind them. There had been several instances of being tailed before, but none as skilled as these. Theyre probably waiting to reveal themselves once weve gone deeper into the forest. An intent to follow was rarely a good sign. So, regardless of who the adversaries were, Jinhyuks n was simplesubdue and interrogate. He gave a subtle cue to Elise. You take the three on the left. Tibon, handle the one in the trees. As for the remaining three on right and the others yet to be identified Ill deal with them. This time, they decided to strike before the enemy could make the first move, confident that their pursuers would be convinced of their own stealth. His breathing slowed in rhythm with his heartbeat. In the air, a tiny fissure appeared, followed by the appearance of a fang glowing blue from his spatial inventory, and a pair of dragon swords. Elise and Tibon also drew their weapons. Now! At Jinhyuks signal: Whoosh! Swish! Thump! They sprang into action in different directions. *** The Blood Sword, White Snake. Leader of the Shadow Corps, which is known as the shadow of the Dark King and one of the highest-ranking assassination groups within the Heavenly Demon Cult. When the Dark King had first taken an interest in a yer, White Snake had scoffed. What was so impressive about a yer who had barely stepped foot in the tower? Rtive to their rigorous training, slicing through flesh and chiseling bone, these neers were nothing more than insignificant dust. I should quickly finish this and loosen up with a few of the Empire Swordmasters. The urge for action after a long seclusion period was intense. The Empires knights, who possessedmendable skills, were just the opponents the Shadow Corps needed to satiate their cravings. Leisurely following their mark, White Snake anticipated an imminent opening to strike decisively. But then Gasp! The target unexpectedly turned towards them, moving at an rming pace. They knew precisely where the pursuers were. Ck! Counterattack! Instinctively, White Snakemanded his men. sh! Bang! With a sh of bright mes, the shadows in the treesnded on the ground. However, none seemed seriously wounded despite the attempted surprise attack. Indeed, such was the mark of true masters. Not bad at all, Jinhyuk mused, gripping his fang lightly. Though he had hoped to incapacitate at least two before starting, it seemed the battle wouldnt be easy, especially when Elise, too, failed to make a notable impact. Whoever these assants were, they undoubtedly hailed from one of the pinnacle martial arts factions. Naturally, the Shadow Corps were just as stunned by the unfolding events. Are you saying they noticed us tailing them? With disbelief, White Snake muttered. All that sinister energy and you think they wouldnt notice? Remarkable. The Imperial fools just watched helplessly as we roamed their capital. Thats because you only contended with dim-witted knights and guards. Though you can hide your energy decently, its not enough to roam the Pce freely. Especially not the rest of you, aside from you. Ha! As if youre suggesting that youre above the knights. Isnt it obvious? Jinhyuk shrugged nonchntly. Excluding Abraham and a few others, there was hardly anyone in the entire Empire who was a match for him, thanks to his optimized growth path. Madness. Master. Whats this fellow saying? How could he possibly think hes better than knights who have been wielding swords since childhood? Even to the incredulous ears of the Shadow Corps, these remarks seemed preposterous. Detecting the tail had been impressive, but perhaps it was just an acute sensory perception. yers had unique abilities and various skills, after all. It was possible he might have some remarkable abilities putting him slightly above others. That was everyones shared notion. But to im to be better than the knights of the Empire, especially those forming the core of its strength, was nothing short of ridiculous. We came all this way because of some thering fool. Theres no need for Master to intervene. Well dispose of him tidily on our own. Lets see if this yer who has only grappled with mediocrity can handle the bitter taste of reality. Yet amidst the sneers, White Snake remained stoic. . With a frosty gaze, he faced Jinhyuk head on. Indeed, I now understand why he took an interest This is the reason. White Snakes mouth curved upwards, and simultaneously, he gestured towards the ranks of the Shadow Corps. Tragically, you are beyond their level. Master? What do you mean We surely cant be foiled by this young whelp, can we? There was an expected uproar, as even those ustomed to numerous missions had never seen White Snake behave this way before. With determined sincerity, he affirmed: Focus on the little girl and skull-faced one. Ill handle him myself. Swoosh! White Snake drew his sword from his waistits de shaped like a saw and tinged red. And in the moment he glimpsed the characters engraved with Dark on the sword: The Dark King Jinhyuk realized the origin of these men. So, thats what it was. He murmured, as if everything finally made sense. He had deemed them extraordinary based on their skills, but had not expected them to be sent by that faction, especially at a time when the Heavenly Demon Cult, just out of seclusion, was preparing to make a move. Figures its that old man again. A slight grin crept across Jinhyuks face as he reminisced about meeting numerous formidable opponents in the Tower of Trials. Among them, the Dark King was one of the few with whom Jinhyuk had shared open conversations and learned a lot in multiple aspects. However, White Snake misinterpreted his smile. Youreughing? Ah, sorry. A past acquaintance crossed my mind. You seem oblivious to the severity of the situation. By using his name to gain favor, youve defiantly challenged us. Fzzt! Fzzt! A surge of red energy fizzed around White Snakes sword tip. Considering that colored aura was a hallmark of a strong warrior White Snake was certainly not someone to underestimate. Of all the martial artists Ive faced, he might be the strongest. But then again, wielding color wasnt exclusive to his side alone. Jinhyuk gripped both the Fang and Pair of Dragon Swords in his hands. [The unique ability Sword Grave is activated!] Rumble! Rumble! From the depths of different des, ck energy began to emerge. If the opponents martial arts stemmed from the Dark King, then the Sword Grave traced its origins to the soul of the Sword Demona legendary figure of extreme talent and malevolence. The endless ck began to engulf the entire forest. Insanity! What is this energy?! How can a yer wield such power? The Shadow Corps operatives targeting Elise and Tibon came to an abrupt halt, paralyzed by the pressure. It was suffocating, a vicious aura that made their skin prickle. Ha! Just perfect. Get involved at your own peril. I wont be responsible if you get caught in the crossfire, so deal with the rest from a safe distance. White Snake burst into raucousughter before Boom! vanishing from sight. In the blink of an eye, the distance closed. The now crimson-streaked de shed diagonally. Cling! It was light. More of a diversion than a real attempt to ensnare the opponent. In that case Behind! With reflexive speed, Jinhyuk guarded the back of his head with his sword. Crash! He felt a significant impact, which sent his body flying backward. Your response time is quick, and your energy formidable. Outstanding. White Snake acknowledged with a nod of appreciation, even as Jinhyuk slightly curled his lip mockingly. Im disappointed. How to put it the leader of Shadow Corps is less thrilling than anticipated. I was expecting a spicy hot pot but got stale sweet and sour pork instead. Is that fitting for the Dark Kings shadow? What did you just? Dont take it too hard. Watch and learn, Ill show you how to spice things up. Jinhyuk smoothly rotated the swords in his hands. Whirr! Whirr! Following the arc of his des, a ck crescent moon appeared. [ck Night Moon is manifested!] The ominous crescent seemed to consume even a pinch of light. This is the real vor. The mass of malevolent energy headed straight for White Snake. Hmm! Sensing the imminent threat, White Snakes eyes darkened. With bulging temples, he faced down the ck Night Moon head-on. Boom! Boom! Boom! The resulting collision sent reverberations through heaven and earth, while the ground cracked open like a turtles shell. A stroke powerful enough to be a natural disaster. Get back! Well all die if were caught in that! Farther away We need to be much farther! Nearby Shadow Corps members screamed, fleeing the epicenter of the sh. This situation was far more dangerous than expected. Rumble! Rumble! Dust clouds shot up from the ground, and visibility blurred. At that moment Plunk. A white palm lightly touched down on White Snakes sword. You imed I was impersonating the Dark Kings favored pupil? Then. Whats your exnation for this? Could it be? In a fleeting instant, Jinhyuk caught the quiver in White Snakes pupils. How could he not recognize The Dark Celestial Demon Emperors unique martial arts, the ck Heaven Demon Emperor Technique. This is impossible White Snakes disbelief quickly morphed into utter shock. *** Its over. Boom! Boom! Boom! The shockwave that pierced through the sword engulfed White Snake entirely. Or at least, thats what Jinhyuk thought. As the tempest of energy began to settle, a red aura filled its ce instead. ! Something was off. By the time he sensed it, it was toote. Thud! A searing pain shot through his brain. From an impossible direction. Something swiftly grazed Jinhyuks right arm and left thigh. Chapter 220: Blood Sword (血劍), White Snake (白蛇) (2) Chapter 220: Blood Sword (Ѫ), White Snake () (2) Chapter 220: Blood Sword (), White Snake () (2) Jinhyuk clutched the wounded areas of his arms and legs. Throbbing pain! Blood flowed from where he had been struck by the sharp de. However, more pressing than the immediate pain was identifying what he was up against. That weapon Jinhyuks eyes widened. The sword in the hands of the White Snake hadpletely changed in form from before. Ssshhhing. The saw-toothed de had extended over 7 meters in length. A Flexible Sword (). The true nature of the oddly-shaped sword was revealed. It was a weapon whose trajectory was unpredictable and hard to anticipate. But if handled correctly, it could be more troublesome than any other weapon. And then, It even absorbs magic power mixed with blood. The de that drank blood turning white was peculiar indeed. It felt like staring at a White Snake (). Surprising. So even that responded to you. Among the ten main branches of the Demonic Cult of the Heavenly Demon, youre the first to handle the first strike to this extent. Thats quite a delicate weapon for an old guy, given how it looks. Even though I was already dealing with an enemy possessing foolishly strong internal energy andbat experience. With that sword in hand, his whole demeanor changed. With a mane like a tiger sprouting wings, a red energy began to surge around the White Snake. Here ites. At the same moment Jinhyuk kicked off from the ground. Zzzing! The Flexible Sword swept across the ground, advancing toward him. The de, hitting dirt and pebbles, changed its path in odd ways. One should not try to predict it. It was necessary to respond based on cumtive experience to survive. Crack! Boom! Jinhyuk wildly swung his fangs through the air. Even with his body strengthened by the Sword Demon Emperors Walk, he couldnt shake off the Flexible Sword. Damn it! Did you not say this was a capture mission? It was obvious he was being toyed with. Using the Flexible Sword probably thrilled him, but it seemed only a matter of time before he would kill someone. Stop running and fight properly. A user of the ck aura who can barely handle this much, what are you, acting? Roaring aggressively, the White Snake scattered the Flexible Sword in all directions. This was not good. [White Snake casts Lv19 Blood Serpents Violent Tempest ()!] The energy that spread in hundreds of directions engulfed the area in an instant. Boom! Boom! Boom! A single strike and the trees around fell like toothpicks. Rocks or whatever barriers were cleaved cleanly in half. The attack was not only fast but absurdly powerful. Cough! Jinhyuk, bounced off several times, caught his breath. The Blessing of the Stars was healing him, but it was too slow. There might be something on that sword that worsened the wound. But without time to catch his breath, another attack followed. Thump! Thwack! Thud! Left, right. Left again. Where he had just stood was now full of holes. The Flexible Sword wriggled as if aiming for his foot, then changed course to target his leg. It was the difference of a papers thickness. He narrowly avoided it, yet another wound added to Jinhyuks body. Phew As blood was lost, his strength plummeted rapidly. The problem was, the opponent showed no signs of tiredness due to the immense difference in magic power. If I keep on defending, Ill end up overwhelmed. Time was on the opponents side. If he were to look for an opportunity to counterattack, it would be when the relentless sword paused even for a moment. Jinhyuk watched the direction of the sword as he soared amidst jumping mes. Here ites again. He slightly adjusted his stance. In the moment he deliberately exposed a weakness, Boom! The Flexible Sword, following a semicircle path, heavily struck his side. Heavy. But somehow, he endured. Now! The only moment the Flexible Sword showed an opening before another strike, was right now. [Lv11 cial Sculpture () is activated!] [Unique Ability Breath of the Fire Dragon is activated!] Two skills were executed simultaneously. Whoosh! Crackle Ice and fire collided. The conflicting skills exploded at the same location. This simple trick will not White Snake, using his protective energy, instantly shook off the clinging ice and me. His deep internal energy meant that these attacks couldnt make a single scratch on him. However, Thanks for the distraction. That wasnt the main game. Jinhyuk had already slipped the Twin Dragon Swords back into their sheath at his waist as he mustered magic power to its extreme. For this one shot. To turn the disadvantaged situation around. He willingly offered his flesh. And now it was time to go for the bone. Slowly Delicate fingers touched the end of the hilt. [Lv2 Draw Sword () is activated!] That was the moment when concentrated magic power was unleashed. White Moonlit Night A white crescent moon took form through the sword de. Simultaneously, a sh of light cut across space. [Unique Ability High-Speed Sword () is activated!] As the imperial knights prowess for being the strongest was added, the elerated sword vanished from sight. A strike beyond perception. The beginning was a single gust of wind. And then Everything Turned white. Ive been hit. It wasnt because of carelessness or mercy. It was just that the opponent had found the single weakness of the Flexible Sword. That one small mistake led to the current result. White Snake clenched his teeth, unable to respond to the attack before him. Soon, he would pay the price for his mistake. If lucky, an arm would be severed. If not, his life would be taken. However, Boom! The White Moonlit Night, realized through the Draw Sword and High-Speed Sword, shattered in the air. Someone intervened between Jinhyuk and White Snake. The pupils of White Snake trembled. Jinhyuks eyes also widened. That sensation. That feeling. Could it be? Undoubtedly. Dark Emperor Supreme Being! Both eximed at once. If I were a bitte, it could have been disastrous. I thought you were just a kitten, but turns out, you were a tiger cub. The man appearing before them was someone who should not be here. A sturdy elder nced at his slightly scorched palm and at Jinhyuk, clicking his tongue softly. I-I apologize. It was my carelessness Its done. It was also my fault for not assessing the opponent properly and giving a capture order. Had I ordered to kill, it may not have reached this point, but now all that is a meaningless supposition. The Dark Emperor waved off the matter nonchntly. He seemed to sense something and looked into the forest beyond. Did you send the vice-leader and the Shadow Troops that way? Yes, I ordered them to handle this mans associates. Hmm Theyre dealing with another monster. Its iplete, but once its released, even I may struggle against it. The Dark Emperor looked the other way through the forest, muttering to himself. Even the slight tremble in the air let him guess what might have happened there. Without a doubt, not a single one must have been left standing. Entering into a contract with you, providing a constant flow of magic power, yet equalling White Snake and aiming for the core almost sessful. If it hadnt been for your interference, it might have been a sess. I wont deny it. Had I not appeared, you would have won this fight. In that sense, couldnt we just consider it my victory? What? The way of the martial world, you know? It doesnt look good when an adult interferes in the fight of juniors. Ha, ha, ha! What a plucky young man. Amused by Jinhyuks cunning, the Dark Emperor burst intoughter. It was not augh of anger, but one filled with genuine joy. Now I see why this boy was on my mind. If one encounters a talent whos as quick with words as with skills, they are naturally drawn to him. Wouldnt you agree, Moonshadow? The Dark Emperor smiled gently. Then, A familiar shadow loomed beside him. It was Moonshadow. Moonshadow stared at Jinhyuk withplicated emotion-filled eyes. Damn. This wasnt like meeting a heartbroken lover again. Confronted with a face stained with betrayal and disappointment, Ill admit it, my conscience felt a pang. Been well? My Lord No. It is none of your concern. Definitely pouting. This was unmistakably a sulk. Ha ha ha! Men are really something. Address your buried feelingster. First, I need to speak. To me? Yes. You piqued my interest. Flinging away such talent and skill would be a waste. So, how about joining us? The Demonic Cult of the Heavenly Demon prioritized skill above all else. The radiance of ones family lineage. The individuals past. They epted anyone, regards of these factors. The unexpected offer bewildered White Snake the most. Supreme Being! What kind of talk is that? No matter what, epting an outsider from beyond the tower is White Snake. Am I not speaking? I-I apologize. White Snake recoiled and bent his tail, and the Dark Emperor asked Jinhyuk again. How about it? If you join us, you could aim not merely for the towers middleyers but for the upperyers. Wealth and honor are as good as granted. Above all For a battle enthusiast like you, an abundance of sparring opportunities awaits. As if Im itching for a fight, you say? Isnt it true? To me, you seem a martial fanatic to the bone. The Dark Emperor shrugged. This is Its hard to tell who the real sly one is at this point. But did the Dark Emperor know? That even this offer he makes is scripted, a mere recitation of words already written. Caught. Jinhyuks lips curled upwards. While he hadnt anticipated meeting the Dark Emperor here, if he did encounter the old man, he expected an offer of this nature. Being drawn to strength is the instinct of a martial artist. Simrly, in the past, in the Tower of Ordeal, the Dark Emperor had made such an offer. Its a pity that I cant see all his skills due to the timeline. But through Greedy Eyes, he had a rough idea of the Dark Emperors information. Name: Dark Emperor Gender: Male Age: 72 Level: ??? Strength ??? Agility ??? Stamina ??? Magic Power 15 Internal Energy ??? Avable Stat Points: 0 Job: ??? Unique Ability: Dark Sky Demonic Emperors Qi (Sessful insight due to possessing a lower grade unique ability.) Skills: Greedy Eyes level too low topletely understand subjects abilities. [Copy Condition: You have always imed to be the Dark Emperors disciple. If you turn this falsehood into reality, you can assimte theplete 12 forms of Dark Sky Demonic Emperors Qi as your own. (However, at least a month of training is required.)] To master the original martial arts of the Dark Emperor, decades of time are necessary. However, if the copy conditions are met, that period can be shortened to just a month. The question now is how to utilize this opportunity After a moment of thought, Jinhyuk spoke calmly. If the Dark Emperor agrees to my conditions, Ill consider it. Deciding whether to copy abilities or to utilize the Dark Emperor in this war. The negotiation began. Chapter 221 Chapter 221 221. Greetings to my master. A proposal, you say? The Dark Emperors eyes narrowed. Yes. After all, you also desire that I join you of my own volition, dont you? The difference betweenpliance by coercion and willingly offering to follow was immense. How amusing. To think you would have the audacity to propose something in my presence; do you even realize who I am? The entire forest trembled violently as the Dark Emperor unleashed his internal energy. A tremendous pressure bore down on everyone, constricting their entire bodies. Yet, Jinhyuk did not change his expression amidst this intensity. What I propose is a rational exchange of equal value. If you amodate my convenience, I will provide you with information unknown to you and a reason why you have no choice but to ept my proposition. How preposterous. Do you honestly think you know something that we dont? The Dark Emperor couldnt help but let out a disbelieving chuckle. It was the most disappointedugh one could imagine. I thought he was at least capable of distinguishing between a feasible strategy and a futile one Could it be, the intelligence division of the Celestial Demonic Sect, hailed as the highest authority in information within the martial world, would be surpassed by a mere yer? Arrogance can be amusing, but even that has its limits. Moreover, the part about him having reasons that made his proposal irresistible. Rather than confidence, this sounded almost like recklessness. Mixing up the two Regrettable indeed. He may not live up to the potential I had hoped for. The Dark Emperor chewed over the bitter taste in his mouth, ready to dismiss his interest in Jinhyuk. Then, suddenly. The Empires demonic weapon Titan. The words that came out from Jinhyuk I can offer you a way to remove the Magic Regeneration Stone, which is essential for its operation. His statement was enough to instantly dissipate all previous disappointment. In fact, it wasnt just a matter of getting rid of it. The expressions on the faces of both individuals twisted into something close to horror. The Titan moves using the Magic Regeneration Stone Thats a secret known only to a select few within the Celestial Demonic Sect; how in the world did you The pupils of the Dark Emperor seemed to quake. What sort of person are you? Beside him, White Snakes mouth hung open in disbelief. It was to be expected. For the Empire, the Titan was a formidable demonic weapon used in major wars, resembling various animals and boasting tremendous strength. The Titan, known for its solid armor and relentless breakthrough power that could turn any defensive formation into ruins, heightened the efficiency of battle by no less than fivefold. Specifically, if knights equivalent to Swordmasters mounted horse-shaped Titans, even the most expert martial artists could be rendered helpless. Indeed, just a few hours before, the Empires Titan Knight Brigade had annihted three elite factions of the Jeomchang Sect at the ins of Rodemarius. Knowing how to neutralize such Titans was information worth its weight in gold something the Celestial Demonic Sect would deeply desire to avoid the same fate as their martial world opponents. By your reaction, Ill take that as eptance. Lets start with hearing your proposal first. First, understand that my joining the Celestial Demonic Sect isnt an initiation, but is purely based on a contractual, temporary rtionship. Youre saying youll just walk out when its over? If I wish to. What nonsense! Sovereign! Youre not seriously considering agreeing to such an absurd demand? Besides talking nonsense, are you even sane? Were not some neighborhood thugs once in, a disciple only leaves the Sect upon death! White Snake ranted furiously, but the Dark Emperor calmly gathered his thoughts. Any other demands? Sovereign! Second, grant me use of White Snake and the Shadow Troops as my own for a duration of three days. That will be sufficient. Why would you entertain such insolence Eh? White Snake, his veins bulging with anger, suddenly widened his eyes in shock. But, White Snake and the Shadow Troops must follow my instructions as they would yours. Wait, hang on! What are you saying? Thats utterly impossible. Ha, surely not, Sovereign? I give my permission. If they could learn how to stand against the Titan, even granting him these two conditions was a win for them. The Dark Emperor weighed the scales and determined thus. This is unbelievable Kindly treat me well for these three days. For a start, Mr. White Snake, you might want to rx a little. Im starting to feel just a tad upset. Jinhyuk gave a faint smile. His resolve was genuine. Though it would only be for three days It might very well feel like heaven sitting by the Dark Emperors side. Any other conditions? Lastly, Id like to have Moonlight back. ! At Jinhyuks words, Moonlight, who had remained silent up until now, flinched noticeably. I grant it. Seems like she wants to return to you anyway. I am! Thats settled then. I wouldnt fail to notice such things. The Dark Emperor decisively ended the conversation. And now a question from me. What made you so certain that I would ept your proposal? While the Titan was indeed a useful card to y, there was no certainty that all three conditions would be met. If it felt like an affront, he could overturn the bnce anytime. Thats because you will definitely want to take me as a disciple. With that closing statement. Woo-woong! A ckish red energy wavered through Jinhyuks hand. The ck Celestial Demon Imperial Technique. A unique martial art founded by the Dark Emperor, and one that no one among the multitude of grandmasters in the Celestial Demonic Sect could master was now beginning to manifest through the hand of a yer outside the Tower. Enduring beyond his limits on the endless path of a fierce warrior, his blood-stained hands would never rid themselves of the scent of blood, yet this never bothered him. It was the path to bing stronger. It was the duty owed to his sect. The martial world had named him the Dark Emperor, regarding him with fear and awe. But even a journey seemingly eternal muste to a halt, and so did his, when he hit his own limits. The realm only the ones who mastered all twelve forms of the ck Celestial Demon Imperial Technique could reach in their peak. The 13th form of the Demon. When he realized that not just talent and effort were required to break through that wall, the Dark Emperor fell into despair. Its time Yes, time is what Ick. Too many trials and errors on his ascent, even after aplete transformation, time his lifespan stood as an unyielding barrier. So, he decided. If he couldnt do it He would find a disciple who could. In the countless years filled with disappointment and despair searching for the right candidate, hed almost given up the thought that such a person could exist. But finally he found one. Haha Kuhaha! The Dark Emperor burst into madughter. Thats right. As you were outside the Tower, no matter how much I searched, I couldnt find you. So thats how it was. If Id known youd be this happy, I might have searched for you earlier. Heh. Truly, you should have. I nearly went mad waiting for you to appear. Oops. My apologies for being such a negligent disciple. I almost turned my awaiting master into a restless spirit. What? Is that any way to speak to your master? What reason would there be not to? Its your own fault for failing to properly find your disciple, Master. So, just ept it and move on. Jinhyuk shrugged nonchntly. Their banter flowed smoothly and naturally. White Snake, witnessing this side of the Dark Emperor for the first time, looked like he might faint at any moment. Indeed, a logical conclusion. Who could have predicted the strict enforcer of the Celestial Demonic Sect, the Dark Emperor, acting so casually? No doubt, the other chiefs would scoff if he mentioned this incident, mockingly asking how much he had drunk. And yet. The Dark Emperor himself felt a sense of dissonance. Strangely, even though Im meeting you for the first time today, you feel strangelyfortable to me as if weve been acquainted for years. I cant fathom why. As it stands. Since all the other yers have left the Trial Tower, the residents inside were the only ones he could converse with. Having shared years of joys and sorrows, Jinhyuk knew the person that was the Dark Emperor. Of course, he couldnt reveal the truth, so for now, he had to equivocate. Perhaps it is due to the shared roots of our martial arts. Though mine pales inparison to what youve achieved Indeed, it must be the shared martial foundation. For now, I wont ask where you learned the ck Celestial Demon Imperial Technique from. You must have your own circumstances. What mattered wasnt the origin, but the talent. If he had independently discovered the secrets of a unique martial art, then all the better. It implied that Jinhyuk was a talent that only appears once in a thousand years. The Dark Emperor let the trivial details slide for now. It would be premature to formalize our master-disciple rtionship right now, considering themotion. The Empire will notice soon enough and dispatch investigators. Likely so. Return to the Sect once matters are settled. I shall grant you the Shadow Troops for three days as promised. The Dark Emperor handed Jinhyuk a flute made from a unique weed. If you y this, the Shadow Troops will appear within a quarter hour. And White Snake. Yes, Sovereign. This man is now my chosen disciple. From this moment forward, act with the respect befitting his station. Should I hear otherwise, I will personally hold you ountable. As youmand. White Snake bowed his head sullenly, instinctively realizing something. These next three days were going to be more excruciating than his entire life thus far. Having concluded his affairs with the Dark Emperor, Jinhyuk headed directly to the opposite side of the forest. Whats going on? Why are you sote? Master. Are you alright? nk. Imprisoned in a cage made of T-Bones bones, Shadow Troops members and on top of that cage, Alice sipping freshly brewed tea, her eyes met with Jinhyuks. As expected. Although he had predicted it, the oue was excessively one-sided. Even with the limitations set on her magic, she was this powerful What heights could full manifestation bring? A risky curiosity to see her full strength ignited within him. There were a few things to take care of. Ill exin in detail on the way. Hm? But whos that behind you? That one. Didnt you get fed up with her constant lies and cut her off? Alice noticed Moonlight, who was hidden in the shadows. You Why would you speak like that? Calling them tant lies. Its the truth. Ahem! Well, yes, thats true. He had indeed told lies, and he had indeed felt betrayed. He would be lying if he said no regret filled him. But right now, the pressing matter wasnt about soothing Moonlights hurt feelings. The priority was to target the Giants Sanctuary. [Giants Sanctuary.] While it was a crucial stronghold, neither the Empire nor the martial sects could easily im it due to the incrediblyplex enchantment spread across the sanctuary. Honestly, even the veteran yers get frustrated with its difficulty. Chapter 222: Fortress of Giants (1) Chapter 222: Fortress of Giants (1) Chapter 222. Fortress of Giants (1) A colossal white tree towers in the center of the giants fortress. [Dreamscape Eden] A 12-star barrier with an absolute judgment effect, its one of the strongest barriers below the 30th floor. Entering it not only inverts ones perceptions of up, down, left, and right, but even the flow of magical power coursing through ones veins bes distorted. For knights and martial artists who thrive on precise control, fighting giants within this barrier was tantamount to suicide. And the numerous curses messing with senses and abilities No one can even guess precisely how many there are. This was to name just a few. The white tree of Dreamscape Eden was, even now, likely synthesizing new curses. It was no wonder the giants were said to be invincible within their fortress. But the risk is worth taking. Storming the fortress would be acknowledged as conquering a floor. In other words, humanity could buy another 90 days. And if they defeated the boss monster, theyd get massive rewards too. I have to start by carefully scouting the area around the fortress. Jinhyuk, hiding in a thicket, surveyed his surroundings through Thousand Li Divine Network. But then Whats this? Jinhyuk narrowed his eyes. A wide area scan with Thousand Li Divine Network () picked up several magical reactions. Not just giants. The Empire and the Martial World had their camps here too. Especially the Empires side, which was deploying troops covertly as far away as possible. So they made these ns while telling me to leave it to them, huh. The reason for the sudden switch was unclear. But there was definitely something fishy going on. Meanwhile, on the Martial Worlds side, some very familiar figures appeared. Nangong Cheon. Chinas top ranker who led the Zhonghua Guild was standing at the forefront. And beside him Baek Seolrin was fiddling with plum blossoms Cheon Yuseong. That grimly annoying enemy also revealed himself through Thousand Li Divine Network. Though he wished against all odds for it not to be true, this confirmed Cheon Yuseong was working with the Martial World. Hmm. So that swordsman joined the other side? Ellis muttered, resting her chin on her hand. There has to be a reason. A reason? Its obvious the boss was such a viin they fled. If only youd treated your underlings better, they wouldnt have run from being overworked Ugh! Ugh! Ellis, who had been rambling on, suddenly began iling wildly. Something had filled her mouth. A lump with an unusual taste and fragrance. Before she could spit it out, Jinhyuk had sealed her mouth with his hand. A bit of dog poop is the medicine for foolish talk Again ugh!? Dont worry. Its not real dog poop. I just put a lot of the seasoning Id been saving for thispany dinner. Wasabi, which hed brought with the intention of enjoying sushi due to the Empires fish being fresh and chewy, along with dessert of mint chocte, came together to form a perfect punishment. Eugh ugh! Elliss neck turned bright red, soon followed by her entire face. But it onlysted a moment. After a few seconds of frantic motion, Ellis calmed down. Next. Anyone with something to say, feel free to speak up. Jinhyuk smiled wryly. As the head of Highwater Corporation, he was always ready to address any grievances with an open mind. Ma, Master. I have noints. As a loyal underling, Ill fight till my bones wear out. Sensing danger, Tibone hastily nked his lower jaw. I, too, am satisfied. After all, now you truly are the Dark Emperors disciple. Yeolyeong quickly nodded as well. Good. Seems there are no moreints. Now, lets get to our roles in the operation. With a gentle voice, Jinhyuk began the briefing. Boom! Boom! Boom! The sound of heavy impacts echoed along the path to the fortress. Krur A 7m-ss giant was patrolling with a double-handed battle axe. All the nearby wild animals and monsters fled upon sensing the giant, leaving the area silent but for insects. As it was meant to be. For the giant, it was a normal part of life. Until Kru? Standing ahead on its patrol path was a puny human. Was the giant pleased to find an unexpected snack? Drool began to drip from around its mouth. No need to think about it. It must be devoured whole. Thump! Thump! Thump! The giant moved to close the distance swiftly. Then, suddenly! A severe impact jolted its body, sending agony straight to its brainstem. Kruow! My my leg! My leg! The giant clutched its punctured leg. Hmm In the mans hand was a bow. Mixing Blood Demon Energy with red magic bullets doubles the pain. Didnt think that would work on these high-tolerance giants, interesting. Jinhyuk nodded, finding it intriguing. Kraaaaa! The enraged giant, limping, grabbed its battle axe again. Boooooom! An explosive sound that seemed to cleave the heavens echoed. But the sensation of slicing flesh and shattering bones never came. Instead, an entirely different kind of pain seared its body. Kraaaa! The ground swelled with a blinding golden wave, and soon, dozens of ropes bound the giant tightly. A crowd control skill based on Mands divine power. Adding cial Sculpting ice needles stuck to the soles, creating a decent makeshift prison. Having copied so many skills, my options are endless. He still had a long way to go, but With his growing arsenal of abilities and skills, he couldnt help but feel proud. Ill get even more amazing in the future. If he could copy the abilities of top rankers, residents, and even gods And if he could fuse those abilities into higher-tier skills He would be able to challenge the beings on the top floor of the tower again. With that thought, his heart pounded with excitement. Kruuuu uh aahh! Dont bother. Youll never break free with your strength. Who What are you? How can a human possess such power? The giant, who had met many mages of the Empire, knew none with such short casting times. Abo impossible to approach. Enough chit-chat. Ive got some questions. Hope youre ready to answer. I have nothing to say. Kih! Hoh. Youd rather die than betray your kin? Thats right. Id rather die alone than throw everyone else under Oh, touching. Is this what they call kinsmanship? Jinhyuk mimed wiping away a tear. Of course, his dry eyes held not a trace of moisture. Lets hope that resolve never falters. Jinhyuk took a step back. And nocked an arrow. It was oddly blunt instead of sharp suited not for pration, but for wrecking havoc. The giant gritted its teeth defiantly, as if ready to die. Then Thwack! The blunt arrow struck and the giants resolve crumbled like a castle of sand. Ah Uh Aah? Pain had limits, but this transcended those bounds. Hmm. Havent shot arrowstely. It hit a bad spot. Aimed for the head, but it went too low Lets see if trying again will change things Jinhyuk readied another arrow. Waaaarghh! Wait, wait just a minute! Crack! A sound of breaking. Then Kruuuuck! Sorry, sorry, haha. Guess I slipped again. Maybe meeting Orun made me clumsy too. Please stop, Ill answer anything. Just stop. Now, fear was all that filled the giants eyes. But it was toote. The chance for peace had passed. Just now, you looked ready to go to war, third rank. Why cower now? Rpense must be had forplications caused. Im going to use all these arrows. If you want to talk, you can do so after theyre gone. How many arrows do you have left The giant looked towards Jinhyuks waist. At a nce, there were at least 20 arrows left in the quiver. Oh mother The giant shut its eyes tight. As the sun fully set behind the mountains, countless stars filled the heavens. On the western edge of the giants fortress was the encampment. The Martial Worlds elite were stationed here, numerous torches brightly lit. To prepare for any giants breaking out or an imperial detachment attacking, guard troops were deployed with no gaps. Not even a mouse could get through. Or so everyone thought, until the shadowy figure approached. A man in ck robes slipped between the tents, evading the guards. An intruder? This aura Three people reacted to the ki signature. Nangong Cheon, Baek Seolrin, and Cheon Yuseong left their tents, heading towards the shadow. There stood A boy with a youthful face. It was Wol-yeong, the ck Wind Associations top assassin. Are you not the one who was with Kang Jinhyuk during the outbreak in Europe? Baek Seolrin identified Wol-yeong immediately. Nangong Cheons eyebrow furrowed. Kang Jinhyuk. That damned one I crave to chew up. Why is his follower here? Ivee to convey a message from my liege. Wol-yeong spoke evenly. Tomorrow night. A part of the barrier around the giants fortress will dissipate. Its a prime opportunity to attack. My liege wishes you not to miss it. This is preposterous. You expect us to believe that? Just verify it with your own eyes tomorrow night. If the barrier remains, dont attack, thats all. But if its weakened, strike. Either scenario means no loss. But one thing Even if we take you at your word. Why would Kang Jinhyuk give such critical information? That snake couldnt be sharing premium intel without a personal gain. Even if others doubted, Nangong Cheon, burned more than once by Jinhyuk, found his words suspect. My lieges motive is unknown even to me. One things for sure if you dont take action, the Empire will. Only one can im the spot, but two forces aim for it. One must lose by default. Remember. The barrier weakens at midnight tomorrow. Having said his piece, Wol-yeong turned back into a shadow. But then nced briefly at Cheon Yuseong. Andstly. A chilling voice pierced Cheon Yuseongs eardrum. The liege says hell hang you upside down in front of the medical school lounge at Korea University. Out of sentimental value, hed allow you to keep your underwear on. An icy chill. Sweat slid down Cheon Yuseongs spine. Chapter 223: Fortress of the Giants (2) Chapter 223: Fortress of the Giants (2) Elise and Teebone headed for the imperial formation. As befitting an empire boasting immense wealth, not only the knights, including the Titans, but also thousands of infantry troops were positioned in the valley below. Sigh it really is far. And that damn sly one. How could they send us all the way here just because of one slip of the tongue? Do you think this is reasonable by anymon sense? Elise gasped for breathher words dripping with irritation. Due to nearly five hours of travel, she was at the height of exhaustion. ng. I share the same sentiment as you, Lady Master. Lady Master? Me? Yes. Are you not the mistress of the master? Mistress Elise tasted the word slowly. Hmm, hmm! Ive been called by many titles, but this one feels quite pleasant. Indeed, someone of my dignified presence requires a fitting title. Hm, if its about dignity, the one known as the saintess might be a bit higher up still. Ive been researching those around the master, and truly, the word elegant suits her Hey Yes? Should I just cook you into bone soup? Your bones would probably make a very rich broth. Elise slowly raised her magical power. Kukukuku! Red drops of blood the size of fists began rotating slowly around Teebone. Yup,pared to Lady Master, saintess or whatever, its not even worth mentioning. ng, ng. Right. Its good you realized that now. With her pride inted, Elise dispersed the gathered magic power. Then, with a somewhat improved mood, she hummed a little tune and walked towards themand tent where the main forces of the empire were gathered. Of course, she didnt forget to wear the mask symbolizing the Unknown, as in this affair, Elise was merely an understudy for the Unknown. *** There had been a minor incident with the guards at the entrance, but Elise managed to resolve the matter peacefully. She arrived at the personal tent of the noble appointed as the suprememander of the expedition. So. The barrier surrounding the giants fortress will weaken tomorrow night, and we should strike then. Is that what you mean? Hobier, a retainer sent by Duke Beinschtern. A man of impressive bulk, with a double chin and a golden mustache. Its even more remarkable to see him chomping down whole chickensid out on the table. Yes. If we want to get ahead of the martial artists, itd be wise to act swiftly. It seems like theyve noticed something is up with the barrier, too. The barrier Hobier stroked his mustache. While the story smelled fishy, it wasnt something he couldpletely ignore, especially since the masked figure had disyed such magnificent bravery against the giants on the ramparts. While Duke Beinschtern mentioned that a person named Gang Jinhyuk is difficult to deal with and advised maintaining a distance. This one hasnt been fully assessed yet. What kind of temperament they hold. Or the possibility of being swayed. Nobody had yet tested the waters. If I could possibly recruit them If so, the achievement of recruiting a grand mage could be as significant as seizing the giants fortress. After all, werent mages renowned for their iparable long-range firepower, essential alongside knights and Titans as one of the empires three pirs? The contingency ns weve prepared will allow us to handle any surprises, even if they do try anything funny. The decision didnt take long. Thank you for the information about the fortress. By the way, I heard youre with a man named Gang Jinhyuk. Is that true? Yes. Weve been helping each other out. Although hes be a bit temperamentaltely. Hmm. Thats curious. Whats curious? As Elise tilted her head, Hobier proceeded as if hed been waiting for this moment. I dont know why youre with him, but theres a limit to what a single yer can offer. Moreover, why would a grand mage of your stature be bound to a mere individual? Hobier subtly emphasized the empires capacity to provide much. By elevating her and hinting at a brighter future simultaneously, surely she would be persuaded. As if she would dare refuse our offer. And at that moment. Youre saying you could help me achieve my wish if I join you? The awaited answer flowed from the other side. This was amitment. Of course. Whatever you wish for, we will make it happen. Hobier proudly patted his chest. However, Its impossible. Elise quietly shook her head. What do you mean impossible? You could never grant my wish. Ah dont be too hurt by this. Its not just you; others wouldnt be able to either. Unbelievable Are you unaware of our capabilities? We represent the highest power of the central levels of the tower. We are the Empire. You dont even know what I desire, do you? Ill say it once more, its impossible for you. Then youre suggesting that Gang Jinhyuk can? That a single man can aplish what even we cannot? The power of the empire backed by countless troops and bountifulnds stood unquestionably immense. How could one equate it with a single man? But Elise replied with a certainty that had never been so firm. Even with all of youbined, you cannot match the tip of his toes. The strongest and most dreadful rankerforever confident and silently ascending ever higher. If there is someone in this tower who can fulfill my wish A faint smile graced Elises lips. Its him and him alone. *** Time passed quickly. As the hour foretold by Jinhyuk approached, both the empire and the martial artists were on high alert, careful to verify whether the fortresss barrier was indeed weakening, just as Elise and Wal-young had said. This time I will definitely take down that cursed Giant King and seize the foothold. Before the Cheonma Sectes out in full force, we must erase the empire from the map. Only then will we stand a chance against Cheon. While each harboring their own ns, they awaited midnight. And when the full moon was high in the sky, Wooong! A transparent barrier surrounding the fortress began to tremble faintly. Undoubtedly, some anomaly was urring within the barrier. Dispatch the Titans! Determine the nature of the broken curse, then immediately send the main forces! Hobier shouted until his throat was raw. Each n leader, form a separate unit with your peak fighters. If we can break through the barrier, we can take down the fortress in half a day. Baek Seol-lin and Namgung Cheon quickly assessed the situation and made their decisions. The tranquil forest was now shrouded in a tense atmosphere of war. *** At the same time, Jinhyuk was heading towards the giants fortress on his own. After entering the interior of the barrier, he felt a strange sensation binding him. [You are affected by a status abnormality!] [The senses of front, back, left, and right are distorted.] [Due to the 7-star barrier Magic Rift, part of the curse did not activate.] [If you proceed deeper, additional curses may ovep.] It had been exhausting to draw a barrier to weaken Phantasmal Paradise for the entire day. Aside from the issue of time and materials, it was tough to find a gap in the 12-star barrier. It looks like the curse Ive neutralized causes skills to activate randomly. Even though he couldnt prevent the curse causing the distortion of sensesa particrly tricky onehe wasnt disappointed No matter. That alone would suffice as bait for the empire and martial artists. Jinhyuk lightly tapped on the calf of a giant. You know the deal, right? If by any chance you give the wrong passphrase and summon the guards Dont worry. Im not worried. If you try to pull something, Ill make it so you can never use your juniors second generation again. The giants gait as it walked away was certainly unnaturalsurely because it had suffered a significant blow to an area where it shouldnt have. Tecrosh. A deep, sonorous voice echoed through the air. Only through the mouth of a giant would the secret route disclose itself. It was for this reason he had captured a giant while scouting yesterday. Kukukuku! A slender passageway, barelyrge enough for a giant to fit, appeared in a part of the towering fortress that stretched up hundreds of meters. Indeed, thats why having inside information was best. Now that Ive done my part, Ill be on my way. The giant began inching away backward. Hmm. Sorry, but thats going to be a problem. I dont like leaving loose ends. Whatafter all this, youre going to kill me? Youre a giant, and Im human. Its clear that were enemies to each other. Plus, you n to alert the guards as soon as Im inside, dont you? Theres only room for affection with those worthy of it, not with someone like you, who could stab me in the back at any moment. Hiiek! In terror, the giant turned to flee, thinking to shout and warn itspanions. But instantly, Chzzzzk! Frozen mute by an ice-bound throat, the giant could utter no more words. That makes for a fairly scenic statue. Jinhyuk muttered as he inspected the 7-meter-tall ice sculpture. While his sense of direction was distorted, the ice sculpture crafted with cial Shaping had no discernible wsas if such minor restrictions meant nothing to him. And then, the ground shook. Koooom! Boom! Boom! Boom! The hefty vibrations came through clearly. Enemies! Those human dogs havee in swarms! Inform the king. Enemies approach! Rough shouts echoed half a beat toote. Finally, the two forces had taken the bait. The empire, the martial artists, and the giants alike. The pieces of the chessboard had started moving for real. I should hurry too. Jinhyuk moved awkwardly, still needing some time to adjust to the jarring sensation. Step by step. How long had he been walking down that passage, enveloped by darkness, before light began to seep in? And soon, he was bathed in a radiance so intense it was blinding. A garden full of golden roses and in its center, a towering white tree. Like thest paradise depicted in an apocalypse, the sight was breathtaking. Yet, in the midst of such suffocating beauty, Jinhyuks expression was rigid. An intense chill ran through him. Every sense was on fire, and he could feel the flow of every single cell. Others might not know, but Jinhyuk understood the danger of standing before this tree. [The coin exchange is open.] Therefore, all that remained was to prepare at least a minimum of defenses. Swiftly scanning the items on the exchange, Jinhyuk searched for the hidden piece that would help him ovee this challenge. Chapter 224: The Illusory Paradise (1) Chapter 224: The Illusory Paradise (1) The white tree that guards the Illusory Paradise. The symbol of the giants stronghold and the foundation of all barriers, this tree was a holy relic that emitted a massive amount of magical power just by its existence. Naturally, monsters attracted to the magical power would gather, and as a result, even without the giants protection, the tree had its own means of defending itself from intruders. Dont underestimate it just because the giants dont pay attention or youll pay the price. To avoid repeating that mistake, this time I needed to prepare thoroughly. [1 Litre of Sweet Fairy Acacia Honey 1,000 coins] [Breath of the Tree 5,500 coins] [100 Litres of Oshium Mountain cier Water 2,250 coins] [Discovered Prehistoric ??? Bone 0.349365 Kg 10 coins] [Discovered Prehistoric ??? Bone 349.365 Kg 10,000 coins] Jinhyuk quickly scanned through the ingredient-type items he had purchased from the coin exchange. Although there were countless possibilities, the one certainty to break through this ce was to buy these. Well then, shall we get started? Jinhyuk dropped the Discovered Prehistoric ??? Bone on the floor. Before its actualization, the item was a random gacha-type, and it was impossible to know what kind of monster bone it was. But there was one trick. A loophole that allowed seeing behind the curtain. You buy the bones twice. Only by purchasing bones of different weights with precise decimal ces would the condition be met. It was information he had learned by spending everyst coin he had earned while engrossed in gacha. [Hidden conditions met!] [You can choose one of three bones!] [Ixus Species Ketchalkoatlus 1] [Marine Species Tidalos 1] [Ancient Soldiers 10] A golden status window unfolded. Jinhyuk grimaced bitterly. Damn, this just brings back terrible memories. He remembered the time he spent all his money, even the cash for triangle kimbap, on such gambles. Going hungry all day was usual and without bus fare, hed walk ten subway stations. It was then he gained notoriety as PK, frequently killing Cheon Yuseong and extorting bounties. It was the only time he provoked Cheon Yuseong first. So thats why he held such a deep grudge? After a moment of thought, Jinhyuk shook his head. No way a guy would hold a grudge over something like that. The more important thing was choosing the right monster bone. Here, quantity trumps quality. He stillcked the ability to control undead monsters other than T-bones. Instead of trying to summon difficult ones, it was better to have obedient, albeit weaker, ones. Jinhyuk activated his skill toward the pile of bones. [Lv1 Undead Manufacture activated!] [Summoning Ancient Soldier!] [Ancient Soldier] Level: 3 Strength 20 Agility 20 Vitality 20 Magic 20 Details: Soldiers of an ancient beastman kingdom whose names are now forgotten. Loyalty to protect their king and kingdom even in deathif directed toward you, the Ancient Soldiers could be a formidable force. Note: Due to the castersck of proficiency, their size is limited to about 50cm. Their intelligence is significantly reduced. They looked like SD characters from a fraction. Skulls with sharp single horns suggested they were from unicorn species They dont even have 10% of their original abilities. The Archmages Robe obtained from a European Lich and Merlins Staff acquired from a corridor helped, but this was his limit. Though less efficient, he didnt n to abandon the undead. Among all species, they were the only ones free from the strongholds barriers. Where am I? Back to life. The revived Ancient Soldiers looked at their dry bones. The dark pupils and white skeletons matched well. Ahem! Ahem! Jinhyuk cleared his throat. I am your master Master? Enough chattering. From now on, Im your master Master? Is that something to eat? Master. Master. It seemed endless. Sigh. I cant do everything, including teaching them. I dont have the time anyway. Jinhyuk then called T-bone through his subspace inventory. Master, you summoned me? They will be your subordinates from now on. While I prepare for other things, train them well. Yes! Leave it to me. T-bone smartly saluted. Then with a peculiar gleam in his eyes, he approached the Ancient Soldiers. Wee. I am T-bone, your senior. Clink. Just by how many days hed been there, he acted high and mighty. What are you. The same. Undead. Why do you try to give orders? The reason is simple. Ie from a noble bone. Created in the sky, unlike you buried in the dirt. Think of me as descended from holy bone. Clink. In fact, he was made from an in-flight meal tray. Ever heard of the Ancient Kind and our great vampiredy master? Probably at least once, right? Ancient. Kind. True Ancestor Clink. Magnificent beings. Yes. And directly serving the five elemental spirits. In other words, Im a bodyguard captain far above you. Sweet potatoes and Ellis too, whod have thought? Hmm. It wasnt entirely false, but there was a lot of exaggeration. Like iming to raise a dragon while owning a poodle next door. Who would fall for such nonsense? However, newly born undead were gullible. Wow! An impressive skeleton. First time witnessing such a high-flying undead. Undead King! We follow! Low intelligence could be so sad. They blew trumpets even for such nonsensical boastfulness. Well, it did make it easier for those inmand. While T-bone yed the leader with his arms raised, Jinhyuk began synthesizing the rest of the purchased items. He blew Breath of the Tree into the Sweet Fairy Acacia Honey. Then he mixed the sticky honey into the Oshium Mountain cier Water. [Sessfully synthesized Heavenly Fragrance.] [All nts will be enticed by this scent.] [Resistance is reduced by 10%. The influence of curses due to barriers decreases by an additional 10%!] [Special effect Provocation is forcibly activated!] At that moment Roaaaaar! The white tree reacted to the scent. It began. Jinhyuk readied himself. Whooooosh! Stststst Hundreds of noises assaulted his eardrums. What appeared to be the petals of the white tree took flight in unison. Butterfly-like insectoid monsters. Their stark white wings and blue eyes nearly blinded him as they filled the sky. On the ground,rge centipedes with ck carapaces moved swiftly. So many hidden away. Despite their number, thebat strength of each was not ordinary. Well, that must have been why the giants could leave with ease. The butterflies and centipedes dont matter. Just interrupt the pathing of thoserge insects. Will you be alright on your own, Master? No point worrying. Theres no other way. Though the support of Ellis or Wolyeong would make things easier, they had their own duties to fulfill. And besides Even if it werent the white trees body or the giant king Ograkun, it was too soon to fret. Thats when it happened. Squeeeek! A rhinoceros beetle the size of a house erupted from the foliage. Despite its length of 4 meters, it was only medium-sized. Its pincers opened to cleave Jinhyuks body in two. However Crunch! They were stopped by two pirs of bone. Master. Dont worry about the small fry. Oh? A good ploy. But evidently not good enough, eh? Ha! As if I Ah! Its breaking! Its breaking! Snap! Crack! The pincers easily shattered the bone, making T-bone retreat in rm. Praise them a little and this always happens Tsk, tsk. Jinhyuk clicked his tongue and left T-bone as he thrust off the ground. Ancient Soldiers bravely blocked another beetle and a pair ofrge armor bugs that had appeared. Theyre not bad with a bit of training. More and more allies appeared, including sweet potatoes, elemental spirits, T-bone, and Ancient Soldiers. He couldnt help but feel secure. Vroom! White light gathered at the tips of the fangs. The air dried, the moisture evaporated. [Lv9 Daylight activated!] Kaboom! Kaboom! Kaboom! The concentrated light shot forward. Even the insectoids sturdy exoskeleton couldnt withstand the point-nk AOE Daylight attack. A path was cleared straight to the white tree. Before long, Jinhyuk held a longbow instead of fangs. The Crimson Magic Bullet pierced through the air, recing the arrows. sh! Thwack! Thwack! Keiiik! Kkeeeek! Windholes were made in the abdomens of butterflies scattering dust above. 17 in total. Except for one, the remaining butterflies plummeted to the ground. Why leave one alive, Master? T-bone did notprehend. He couldnt tell him he was slightly confused because it had been a while since he fought under a curse. The dignity of thepany president mattered. Jinhyuk replied curtly. Humanity. Even the experienced have a human touch. It looked more like you got the direction wrong to me. Say that again? I didnt quite catch that. That is, it appears you shot the arrow entirely in the opposite direction Hey. Yes? Dont doubt uselessly, or Ill use your bones as arrow substitutes. And if you let even one follow me, Ill sell you all to a soup restaurant as bone broth ingredients. T-bone and the Ancient Soldiers shivered slightly. Then, a thought crossed T-bones mind. Whether it was the master or thedy master Do they be simr when together? The grand hall in the center of the fortress. The small bonfire in the middle was the only source of light in the vast space. Giant figures blurred beyond the mes. Ograkun. The enemies assault is no small matter. One giant began to speak heavily. Indeed. In thete hours moving into dawn when everyone was awake and gathered here It was to devise strategies against the oing foes from all sides. All eyes turned to the throne at the edge of the hall. The dark iron throne, the white tree banner behind it, and The figure seated upon the throne was Ograkun, king of the giants. Amidst everyones anxiety, Ograkuns expression was undisturbed. Instead, he seemed bored, slowly rotating his wine ss clockwise. King! The humans have acted upon the barrier. The gates might fall. The empire pressed with Titans and various siege weapons, while the martial world slowly targeted the walls with peak masters. . Yet, Ograkun remained unresponsive to the urgent news. Do something. If we do nothing, the siege will tighten and the gate will teem with their forces. Thats to be expected. What do you mean? Just stand idle till the enemy grows stronger? Thats exactly what I mean. What? Lets do nothing and simply wait. If we do, this battle will end in our victory once again. Ograkun downed the contents of his goblet in one gulp. The wine running from his warped mouth was vivid, bloody red. Chapter 225: Dreamlike Paradise (2) Chapter 225: Dreamlike Paradise (2) With a screech, the head of a grasshopper disappeared into the void, cleanly severed. Jinhyuk charged forward without hesitation, a sword gripped in each hand. Keeeek! Kiiieek! He had cut down countless bugs already, but the endless swarm seemed to have no end to it. Then it happened. Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom! An earth-shaking roar preceded the emergence of a colossal monster from straight ahead. It was a Hercules Beetle, known to be among thergest of insects. Kwaang! Even with an ice sculpture shield deployed, Jinhyuk was sent flying several meters sideways. The impact was akin to colliding head-on with a 20-ton truck. Yet the onught didnt end there. Ssssscrick! Just as the sound of skittering approached from the ground Below! Sharp legs burst forth from the dirt. The ck Sand Centipede. Renowned as the most venomous among centipedes, it easily exceeded 10 meters in length. With no time to even catch his breath, Jinhyuk quickly gained distance from it. But the creature was marginally faster. Hundreds of legs swiftly encircled Jinhyuk. Kiiii. Yellow eyes stared directly at him. Chiiieeek! Drool fell between its teeth, creating a pungent smoke as it hit the ground. There was no doubt about itthick with acid and poison. Instinct to protect the tree I understand but couldnt you be selective about who you attack. Seemingly invisible were the carcasses of its fallen allies, beheaded in its rush. Kieeek! The centipedes maw gaped wide open. A lethal poison devoured everything around it. Golden roses and grasses melted. In the midst of the noxious fumes, it seemed nothing could survive. But then, at that exact moment, The dense fog of poison that veiled the view was suddenly dispersed. [Unique Ability Thousand Poisons () activated!] The venom spewed by the ck Sand Centipede paled inparison to the dense miasma now spreading. The Martial Technique of the Tang Sectadopted from the Elves forestwas now unleashed. Thousand Poisons. A renowned martial technique from a prestigious family famed for their poison techniques, now recreated by Jinhyuk. Kiieee Kekekeek! The ck Sand Centipede writhed in agony. No matter how resistant it was to venom, it was no match for the Crane Crest Red, a toxic concoction capable of reducing a man to a bloody puddle in a minute. The poisons of the Murim world differed fundamentally from those the creature had encountered before. Im usually reluctant to use such a ruthless ability against humans, but for you I can indulge without restraint. Jinhyuk gathered the dark miasma into shape. Now resembling a skewer, inspired by Elliss signature ability, the Blood Lord. Add the element of fire to a poison-steeped skewer Hunting bugs couldnt get more efficient than this. Whoosh! Poison and fire joined together in a destructive symphony. The result? A downpour akin to the fiery rain of apocalypse. Boom! Kaboom! Bang! Craters marred thendscape where the skewers hit. Magic was consumed excessively, but there was no helping it. Without this area-of-effect skill, too much time would be lost trying to prate the swarm. Once again employing the Sword Demon Emperors Stance, Jinhyuk took a grand leap. His target was a butterfly, fluttering erratically to dodge the skewers. Jinhyuknded softly atop the butterflys back. Bewildered by the scorching bombardment, the butterfly remained oblivious to its new rider. Sure enough, you need a certain height to spot the weakness. Only visible from the sky was the white jadeessence sustaining the white tree. Buzz! Realizing its situation toote, the butterfly struggled desperately to shake Jinhyuk off. Even with distorted senses, maintaining bnce wasnt easy, but Jinhyuk managed it with movements akin to acrobatics. Not yet its not time yet. Clutching another skewer and pooling his magic, he sought the perfect angle. For a precise shot, he manipted the butterfly slightly to the right. Blinding it with venom, Jinhyuk deftly calcted the angle for his throw. And the moment the antennae of the butterfly and the white tree were aligned. Pzzzt The gathered magic and poison transformed into a 2-meter-long spear. Jinhyuk hurled it with precision. A gust cut through the air, trailing five scarlet rings. Bang! The sonic boom-threatened eardrums, as the spear broke the sound barrier and collided head-on with the white jade. Kwaang! With the impact of the throw, the entire fortress shook. The st forced the golden roses and grass to bend sideways. But Tch! Despite the wless angle and strength, the white jade remained intact with just a slight crack while maintaining its glow. Groooaar! The tree let out a terrible wail. By now, it must have realized something. Even with countless bugs sttering against it, they meant nothing. And that A single human posed a sufficient threat to its life. I am the sovereign of thisnd. I am Yggdrasil. For the first time, a deep voice emanated from the body of the white tree. Yggdrasil. While notparable to the mythological World Tree, Yggdrasil, given time it could have spawned its own legends. That it could speak signified that it had been affected by the recent attack. Dare you infiltrate this paradise, wounding me no less. Do you truly wish death? Yggdrasil inquired. At the same moment, a faint magical aura rose from Jinhyuk. I dont have any death wishes. Talking trees are quite fascinating I wouldve straightaway sold it to Rick if it werent for the bugs swarming it. What? You n to sell me? A middle manager who handles peculiar items. Hed likely pay a good price Though with these bugs, Im contemting just burning it all down. Jinhyuk shed a nonchnt smile. That retort left Yggdrasil momentarily speechless. Understandable. It led an exalted life, revered as sacred by spirits, living in lofty solitude. Even Ogarkun, the king of giants, dared not treat it with such impudence. But what is this? How can a mere human, who lived no more than a century, utter such audacious words? You have adapted to the curse of my barrier, I see. But do you think thats the extent of my curses? Well, with what Ive seen so far being quite disappointing, cant say I have much hope. That talk You will surely regret it. [Yggdrasil activates its Second Curse!] [The curse targets one intruder to drain twice the amount of magic used in battle.] [The target is yer Kang Jinhyuk.] Be it sword, bow, or magic, it didnt matter. The curse was crafted to absorb double the magic used by the target inbata diabolical enchantment. This was why Yggdrasil and the giants had been able to defend this fortress for so long. How does it feel? Emperors famed Swordmasters, great Wizards, and Murim high experts all kneeled before this curse. Soon, you too will be just another one of those arrogant fools! Indeed. Its rather tricky. No matter how many attacks heunched, absorbing double the magic used meant pouring effort into a bottomless ocean. To attack meant ruing nothing but losses. Now that youre here, your penance for trespassing is to nourish me with your blood and flesh. Yggdrasil solemnly proimed death. Of course Then Ill use your big, hulking body for campfire wood. Youre sorge youll burn bright all night. Such words did not intimidate Jinhyuk. To the very end! Kukukukuku! It was as if an earthquake struck. The ground began to wriggle. Tree limbs surged at an incredible speed towards Jinhyuk. Caught. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. The 12-star barrier was invisible to divine beings in the towers upper levels. Meaning, here he could unleash his abilities without the gaze of the Egyptian ones. Knowingly. Jinhyuk took advantage of Yggdrasils three questions. And. Obtained the answers he sought. [Unique Ability Anubis Judgment activated!] [All the targets abilities are reduced by 50%!] Status windows appeared sessively. What what is this? Aware of the anomaly, Yggdrasil twisted and contorted. Baffling, indeed. While ensconced as the mid-tier guardian, it had never encountered the powers of the higher deities. However, true dismay would only begin from now. Apart from nerfing the targets capabilities, Anubis Judgment had another effect. Namely. [You can designate a Combatant.] The power to select abatant. Screech! While no verbal indication was given, the target had already been determined. Stalks were cut from their roots as green sap sprayed all around. Arghhh! Cries filled with pain emanated from Yggdrasil. [The undead monster T-bone is designated as thebatant.] [Since Anubis Judgment was used out of the sight of the Egyptian deities, its potential has escted to its utmost limit!] [Necromancer-rted ability scores temporarily rise to Lv100.] [Time limit: 0h:4m:59s] The diminutive Skeleton Warrior was no more. In its ce stood a knight over 2 meters tall, enveloped in ck armor, a void where eyes should be emitting a pale blue gleam. This was a Death Knight, among the strongest in the undead lineage. At the witness of countless experiences and growth, a stature ordinarily reachable only in a distant future. By being named thebatant, T-bone had leaped to this height in an instant. Foolish! Do you not realize that attacking me will only donate magic? Sorry, butbatant designations arent considered direct attacks by me. Plus, undead are unaffected by any curse. It wasnt random that T-bone was brought along. Out of the three, only T-bone fit perfectly for this situation, hence the choice. Impossible That cannot be! In a rush, Yggdrasil checked the trees remaining magic. Indeed. The severed limb should have instantly regenerated, yet it remained wounded. Throb! Throb! Throb! And the pain remained as severe as ever. Whatever trick you pulled, I dont know are you betting on that toy? A Death Knight, hardly a match for a Grand Swordmaster? Not all Death Knights are created equal. At least in this moment. Not even the Empires Grand Swordmaster Abraham nor any of the Murims top ten experts could match T-bone. A higher Egyptian deitys powers were in full bloom. Master. T-bone, armed with sword and shield, stood before Jinhyuk. Yourmand. Chapter 226: Dreamlike Paradise (3) Chapter 226: Dreamlike Paradise (3) Kukukuku! ck mists rose along Tibons framemagic power taking shape. The oppressive aura emitted by a top-tier Death Knight was on an entirely different level. Insects hesitated and retreated. Truly, the fully activated Judgment of Anubis, unleashed without regard to the Egyptians wishes, could only be described as cheating. One could sense how much stronger Tibon had be, merely from the magic power that tingled the skin. Give me yourmand, Master. Shatter the white jade. Understood. At the same time themand was issued, Tibons figure disappeared. Gah! Sensing danger, Tangrisil gathered a massive amount of magic power. Green mist burst forth from the white jade atop the white treeneurotoxins that could paralyze the nervous system and force others to focus solely on killing their enemies. Kieee! Keheek! Immediately, tree trunks and insects rushed like a swarm. [Tibon has activated his unique ability False Oath!] Among the Death Knights, only a select few could manifest the unique ability False Oath. Both the sword and shield took on a ck hue. What followed was a charge like a storm incarnate. Kwakwakwakwa! When Tibon swung his sword, the Hercules beetle was cleaved in two with a single blow. Kieeeek! The ck sand centipede, as well as the massive rhinoceros beetles Keheek! Anything that touched Tibons ck aura de could not withstand it. Pieces of the torn insect corpses tumbled across the ground. A path was made in an instant. Tangrisils branches trembled. Oh, Ograkun! What in the world are you doing? Hurry over here. Come this instant to protect me! Feeling its life threatened, Tangrisil let out a long and tremendous roar. It was a cry for help to the giants within the fortress. Then. A portion of the barrier opened, revealing a connection point between the paradise and the outside. [The 12-star barrier is being dismantled!] Atst, a hole appeared in the once irond wall. This will be a battle against time. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. So far, the battle within the paradise had been predominantly against Tangrisil. Now, he had to ount for attacks from the giants as well. Itll take them at least 10 minutes to get here. 10 minutes That would be enough. Tibon! Jinhyuk raised his voice. Understanding the meaning of that call, Tibon immediately activated a new skill. [Tibon has summoned Phantom Warhorse!] A horse covered in translucent armor appeared. Heeeiing! Mounted on the green phantom warhorse, Tibon elerated even further. Already difficult to stop, the added momentum and impact from the phantom warhorse made facing it an unthinkable notion. They were upon it. Only a few strides remained before the sword would shatter the white jade. And at that moment. A chilling sensation. Swept up Jinhyuks spinean ominous presence. Something was there. He could feel someone watching from the side, not Tangrisil. ! Before he knew it, his body reacted. A sharpened stick made of venomous toxin flew toward where the gaze hade from. Kwang! However, the thorn failed to pierce its target. Instead, it was met by something else and shattered. That figure could it be? How could you Youre quite hot-headed, I see. It was unmistaken. Ograkun, the king of giants, was standing at the edge of the paradise. *** Master! Something had happened on Tibons end as well. Five giants had inserted themselves between Tangrisil and Tibon. Dont be distracted, undead. We are your opponent! ck axes and clubs intercepted Tibons sword. Weapons capable of withstanding aura, much like the ones he had seen in the imperial capital. In total, twelve. Judging by the timing and their cement, it was no coincidence that they intervened here. Was it a trap? Jinhyuk quickly activated Eyes of Gluttony. [Ograkun] Race: Giant Age: 133 Level: 80 Strength 114 Agility 48 Stamina 75 Magic 7 Unique Ability: Berserker Skills: Lv.15 Sovereigns Command, Lv.14 Weapon Lightening, Lv.14 Weapon Master, Lv.14 Tenacious Endurance, Lv.13 Tactics Traits: Ograkun is rtively intelligent among giants, a ruler tempered by countless battles. Rational in nature, he perfectly weighs gains and losses, suggesting that if you exploit his character, you might unexpectedly avoidbat. [Copy Conditions: Giants revere strength and physical beauty. Press down your opponent with sheer strength in as undressed a state as possible. (The less clothing, the greater the increase in strength.) By doing so, you may copy one of Ograkuns unique abilities or skills.] King Ograkun of the giants. Despite towering at nearly 4 meters, his stature was considered unimpressive among the size-worshipping giants. Indeed, one giant that Jinhyuk had lured into entering the castle previously had measured up to 7 meters. Nheless, Ograkuns reign as king, subjugating numerous giants It was because he possessed such overwhelming abilities. Swooosh Ograkun effortlessly lifted the greatsword that had been resting on his shoulder. The sword, nearly his own height, traced a graceful arc. Why do you think Ive already arrived here? Because its been less than a minute since Tangrisil called for help. Indeed. Under normal circumstances, the white jade wouldve been shattered and Tangrisil wouldve perished by now. The fight would have ended in your victory. But. Once the scout went missing, it was obvious an intruder would target this paradise. Of course, I didnt expect the intruder to have the ability to weaken the barrier. This is quite a pickle. But are you sure youre okay? If you lead the main force here, those left behind wont be able to hold off the joint attack of the empire and the martial world, right? If the core forces pull out, it could lead to the overall copse. It would be wise to head back before its toote. Unless youre willing to lose the entire fortress, of course. However. Ograkuns face was still free of any sign of perturbation. He casually scratched his cheek. Ive already given up on the walls. Soon, part of the forces sent by both the empire and the martial world will arrive here. Youre serious? You deliberately gave up the walls? Such an absurd What sort of recklessmander would relinquish their sole advantage? Jinhyuk frowned at the iprehensible decision. Why not? If we weaken the fortress walls ourselves, the empire and the martial world will believe that taking the castle is finally possible. Thats precisely what I want. The two rival factions assume the castles conquest as a foregone conclusion. As Jinhyuk followed the thought, something clicked in his mind. Are you nning to have them fight each other for the ce? The top priority is the castles capture. Secondly, which side will take the castle. Naturally, neither would yield the fortress, so its a given that they would turn their des on each other. Ograkun was targeting that very situation. It seems youve prepared a separate detachment, judging by the lesser number of troops here. You n to target the supply lines, likely with other disgruntled races against the empire or martial world at the core. Hoho? You even caught on to that? A spark of interest flickered in Ograkuns eyes. Even with many detachments, they wouldnt be enough to annihte the enemys main force. To ensure a perfect victory, youd target the enemys rear targeting the supplies would be most effective. Hmm. If youd led one of those two factions, this wouldve been a far more interesting battle. Maybe. If I were the suprememander, this ce would already be hell. That might be. Unfortunately, youve fallen for my strategy this time. Thats right. At first nce, its a tidy strategy. Defend the paradise while luring two forces intocency, then sever their supply lines. They could win just by sitting tight in the castle. But. Isnt your n contingent on a major premise? What premise might that be? The premise that you and your troops here can defend Tangrisil. If that fails, everything will turn to dust. Ha. So youre saying theres a chance you might not stop me? Ograkun lets out a derisive puff. Its a ridiculous notion. The rampaging Death Knight and the phantom warhorse were threatening but only while theysted. Tibon, having exhausted his time limit, already lost his Death Knight prowess. All thats left was Jinhyuk alone. What could a single person possibly hope to achieve when even a legion would struggle? Yet. Ograkun was unaware of one crucial fact. More than thebined might of a faction. Theres a fair chance. Now that the barriers down, I dont have to worry about losing my magic power anymore. One person could wield even greater influence. [Lv5 ws That Eclipse the Moon manifests!] Beast-like energy surged from Jinhyuks left hand. [Unique Ability Strike of the Titan activates!] A mighty aura, containing the soul of the giant race, enveloped his right hand. Moreover. Adorned with White Beast, obtained from the Frost de Tribes Karakal, an indescribable heat red up. Wriggling. Ograkuns brow twisted into a sharp angle. That power The opponent was human. Compared to giants, they were an insignificantly small life form. A fragile existence whose spinal cord could be plucked out with a single blow. Yet what could it be? This pressure. As if facing a mountain. Ograkuns instincts sent a high-alert warning. Danger. If not faced with full force they might end up being the ones ovee. Theyre no pushovers after all. Ograkun grabbed his greatsword with both hands. Even so, if this power was all there was, he could manage. He still possessed his own unique ability, Berserker, which could evoke the spirit of the fierce warrior. However, witnessing what unfolded next. Ugh! Ograkun had to acknowledge that all his assumptions about the oue were rendered meaningless. *** Fusion. A unique ability that amalgamates copied skills from adversaries, reaching a higher realm. Jinhyukbined the energies in both hands. And at that moment. [Unique Ability Strike of the Titan, Skill ws That Eclipse the Moon, and Unique Ability White Beast fuse!] You said to press down with raw strength, right? Then lets do just that. Three abilities obtained from monsters, fused together, meeting the stringent condition that only manifests under suitable copy conditions. With such a daunting challenge came an assured result. [You have sessfully obtained the right arm of the Tombgrave Giant!] [The copied Unique Ability is stored in Memory of the World.] A dazzling radiance flickered, and the Dreamlike Paradise was engulfed in a massive light. Woooom! Then, a momentter, when visibility returned Jinhyuks arm had transformed. Indeed, not just the appearance, but more than that. Chapter 227: Tombgrave’s Right Arm Chapter 227: Tombgraves Right Arm Chapter 227: Tombgraves Right Arm Tombgrave, the Giant. A heroic giant among those who dwell in the upper levels of the tower, revered as a great hero. Damn it hurts. It feels like my nerves are being shredded to pieces. Jinhyuk furrowed his brow in difort. Throb! Throb! Throb! The heavy sensation pierced straight into his cerebral fluid. It was imed to be just a borrowed right arm. But the repercussions of transnting Tombgraves original body were beyond imagination. [Synchronization in progress] [Based on the level and stats, only 10% of the original ability can be reproduced.] [Due to the influence of the Giants, all power stats increase by 500%.] [Time limit is 3 minutes 30 seconds.] A mere 3 minutes and 30 seconds. No, it was iplete, but he had as much as 3 minutes and 30 seconds to employ Tombgraves power. Crackle! The mark of a barrier master, the Insignia of the Moon, resonated with the new arm. A golden wave crept from Jinhyuks neck to the tips of his fingers. The barrier mitigates the pain and dissipates the foreign sensation of difort. Huuuh Jinhyuk calmly steadied his breath with his eyes closed. As swiftly and concisely as possible. Optimizing his body to use the power within. Just 5 seconds. Just like that. Jinhyuk synchronized all his magic power. *** What in the world is that power? Ograkuns eyes bulged as if they were about to pop out. The white tree Tangerasil also seemed to have lost its words. So much so, it forgot to control the various insects itmanded in its moment of desperation. The power Jinhyuk demonstrated was something that transcended allmon sense. Thats no ordinary human arm Although it looked that way on the outside, the essence inside was definitely not human. Ograkun stepped forward with his greatsword in hand. So, that was how it was. I thought you relied solely on a Death Knight, but that was my mistake. It was natural to think the hidden card would be the Death Knight. Anyone would think the same since the ultimate closebat undead knight was the Death Knight. But. It turns out youre much stronger than that. What one really should fear is not some Death Knight. Its the human, who has inherited an unknown power. One must focus all nerves on the monster that causes a shiver in ones entire body just by encountering him. If youve realized fighting is futile, why not tuck tail and run? If you abandon the fortress, well let the giants live. Im afraid that wont be possible. I have my reasons for not giving up this ce. Ograkun shook his head, indicating no room forpromise with his firm tone. [Given his rational personality that perfectly understands the bnce of gains and losses, if you grasp that point well, you might be able to avoid fighting surprisingly.] The contradiction seemed inevitable considering the content described in the status window. And Jinhyuk had a hunch about that reason. The Mine Association is that why? At the casually tossed question ! Ograkuns face showed even greater agitation than when he saw Tombgraves arm. It was as if his very core was struck, his greatsword trembling faintly. But even so, he quicklyposed his expression and sword, evidence of his well-managed emotions. Of course, that was all spilled water by now. What are you talking about? Theres no need to deny it so strenuously. I wont prod any further. Theres no need to hear more. Its as I thought. Just from the reaction alone, Jinhyuk was certain. The Mine Association had finished preparing to summon the Demon Lord. That executive from the Mine Association who introduced himself as Gawein couldnt havee to the empire by chance. A massive event would soon unfold somewhere within the tower. The Rite of Strong demons, known to be the most malignant among the Absolute Beings of the tower And. The giants undoubtedly agreed to partake in that rite. Now all the puzzle pieces seemed to fall into ce, one by one. Lets get started without further ado. Ive only got about 2 minutes and 30 seconds left. Is there a time limit on your power? What else? Did you think there would be no restrictions in gaining such power? That makes sense. But why tell me? No particr reason. Just. Because Im confident enough to win within that time. Thunk! Jinhyuk materialized behind Ograkun. Tombgraves right arm extended toward the spine. By a narrow margin, the greatsword caught the attack. Ka-boom! The collision sound one would hardly believe coulde from a fist hitting steel echoed far and wide. You react quite fast. I thought I had aimed for apletely blind spot. Kuugh! Such brute force! Ograkuns body, easily more than twice the size of Jinhyuks, wobbled. But of course, it was just momentary. Ograkun regained bnce immediately and swung his massive greatsword. Ka-ka-ka-ka-ka! With one strike, the ground was torn asunder and the shockwave reached even the outer walls of the fortress. It was a ridiculously powerful strike,pletely ignoring thews of physics. However. You dont have a single scratch? Jinhyuk had blocked that attack head-on with just one arm. If this is all youve got I wouldnt have even needed to use the arm. The taunt was just the icing. I havent even started yet. Fine. As it should be. If this were the end, my heated body wouldve cooled off much too easily, right? Jinhyuk grinned as he pulled out an axe nted in the ground. It was one of the weapons dropped during a fight between T-bone and a giant just moments before. [Tombgraves arm enhances the weapon.] Crack Like veins. Golden lines from the arm spread and proliferated along the hilt of the axe. While bare hands were good, a proper weapon was needed for a full-frontal battle. Now. Lets see how this one fits in hand. Jinhyuk took his stance. From the soles of his feet to his legs, to his waist. Then from his waist to his arms. Magic power circted through his veins. Thats dangerous. Ograkun instinctively extended his greatsword in a defensive posture. Ku-ku-ku-ku-ku! The dirt on the ground rebelled against gravity, rising into the air. At the same time, the ground began to crack like the shell of a turtle. If this is a true strike of a giant. If were talking about the power to end all At the very least, it should be something like this. A wave of impact erupted vastly greater than any made by Ograkuns greatsword. A streak of lightning apanied it. And with that, a colossal storm changed the entire view before their eyes. *** The fortress walls, once like iron fortifications, crumbled. The difficult path that required numerous sacrifices to ovee was now breached in an instance. A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! The reason behind the thick bedrocks copse was uncertain. But that wasnt whats important right now. By any means necessary. They needed to step foot inside that ce even a moment sooner. Immediately move all units inside! Yes, the Titans! Send the Titan Knights first to take the castle. Lord Myeonton! Lead the knights to seize the fortress yourself. Those confident in their lightfoot techniques, step forward. Only if we secure a foothold first will we be able to im victory in this war against those abhorred Empire bastards! Themanders of the Empire and the martial world roared in frenzy. Soon, from the Empires side, the Titan Knights and the light cavalry made their entry into the fortress. Baekseollyn, leading the peak experts of the Hwasan faction, also followed closely behind. Weve got it! Were faster. Led by Myeonton, the Titan light cavalry charged into the fortress, heading straight for the paradise within. The few giants put up a fight, but none could stop the Titan Knights, each and every one a Swordmaster. Arghh! Ugghh Giants perforated with wounds fell left and right. A pinpoint breakthrough harnessing speed and mass. An unthinkable destructive force for light cavalry rather than heavy cavalry. Surely the traits of the martial machine known as Titan yed their part. In less than 30 seconds, all giants guarding the path to the paradise copsed. If we secure the paradise, even if the martial artists make a fuss, well hold the upper hand. Myeonton urged his Titan with even stronger spurs. Thump-thump-thump-thump! The rear light cavalry didnt forget to check Baekseollyns Hwasan faction. Then. Something unusual happened among the leading cavalry charging without hesitation. A strong gust pressed against their skins. Aaagh! Ah! Soon enough, the gust turned into a typhoon. The Titans leading the charge were shredded like paper. Pfft-pfft-pfft! Crack! Blood fountains stained their vision red. They had been sucked into Ograkuns whirling greatsword. That damned giant! Out of the way! Ill handle this myself. Myeonton raised his Aura de to swing, advancing forward. Or rather, attempted to swing. Before his neck was severed by the distancing strike of the greatsword. Lord Myeonton! Myeonton couldnt even resist a single strike. A monster The heads of the knights fell back, hesitating upon seeing Lord Myeonton fall without even fighting. After all, who could confidently advance in such a situation? It was unbearably frustrating to retreat with their objective within reach, but there was no choice. For now, they had to retreat. But right then. Wait just wait a moment. One knight cocked his head. Something was off. A sticky sense of incongruity that didnt align with the situation at hand. Damn it. Whats strange or not, if we dont run now, well be scraps of meat between those martial artists and that monster. Hold on. Take a good look at that giant. Thats what Im telling you. What a careful look will find when oh? The blonde knight, who sounded frustrated, narrowed his pupils. Come to think of it The state of the giant was quite strange. A face full of fear. A body covered in wounds. There was no sight of the proud demeanor expected after having just wiped out knights. That that thing is running away. Like prey frantically escaping from arger predator. Yes. The attack it had demonstrated was more like a desperate struggle for survival. Questions followed. Then Who could have instilled such an overwhelming dread into this monster? Stomp. The footsteps were heard precisely then. No use dragging this out. Jinhyuk, wielding a massive axe, stepped out from among the golden roses. Huff Huff. Huff. Ograkun gasped. The limited time of 3 minutes and 30 seconds, personally admitted by his opponent. Even after frantically running around the paradise to buy time, it felt like an eternity. Hah In one breath. And a blink. In that brief moment, Jinhyuk had already reached right beneath Ograkun. The axe descended towards his waist. He needed to dodge. His mind knew that, but His exhausted body could barely hold the greatsword at an angle. Ka-boom! Ograkuns body folded like the letter L. His body was flung multiple times before rolling disgracefully across the ground. This was going to be deadly if things continued. The moment that thought sparked, Ograkuns pupils dyed a bloodish red. [Unique ability Berserker is unleashed!] Grrrrrr! The beast, havingpletely lost its sanity, roared fiercely. Chapter 228: A Veteran Becomes the Lord of the Keep Chapter 228: A Veteran Bes the Lord of the Keep The unique ability Berserker is a double-edged sword. While it ferociously enhances the physical abilities of its target, ites with a significant drawback. The individual who utilizes it loses their rationality and causes indistinct mayhem even to the extent of ruthlessly considering allies as enemies and striking them down without hesitation. Only now, the need to unleash this particr ability must have been clear; it truly was an undesiredst resort. ROAAARRR! An aura of red red up around Ograkuns form. It appeared that the climax of the battle was finally upon us. THUMP! STEP. The distance between the two adversaries had closed. A range where one could snatch away life with a mere gesture. From this proximity. .the greatsword and axe disappeared from sight. BOOOOOM! With a deafening roar, Jinhyuks de halted inches above his head. A moments dy would have seen his skull cleaved open like a split melon. Yet, there was no time to catch ones breath as the next attack promptly followed. BOOM! If the greatsword aimed for a vital spot, the axe countered its trajectory. BANG! CRASH! CRASH! It was a battle of sheer, unadulterated powerno tricks, just brute force shing with brute force. Sparks scattered wildly through the air. The exchange of blows was breathtakingly intense. Each hit packed enough force to single-handedly decimate gigantic monsters. Mercy me That giant. Was that not his full power earlier? Do you even see the giant now? Its this man. This human is the real monster. Thats yeah. Its like watching Lord Evraham inbat. Is this even reality? How can someone move like that? Knights observing the battle lost themselves in astonishment at Jinhyuk and Ograkuns confrontation. It was inevitable. A frantic exchange of blows was unfolding, disregarding defense, at a distance close enough to feel each others breaths. The nging of metal made their eardrums nearly burst. Yet, even more astonishing was the fact that a single human, considerably smaller than the giant, possessed far mightier herculean strength. Ten seconds left. Jinhyuk counted silently to himself. That was all the time remaining to maintain the form of Toomgraves right arm. He subtly loosened his grip on the axe. Ograkun reflexively swung his greatsword. BOOOOM! Differently from the rough shes before, the overpowered axe spun in the air. ROAAAAR! Ograkun, sure of his victory, let out another ferocious roar. Having lost his weapon, it seemed the fight was as good as over in his eyes. However, this moment was precisely what Jinhyuk had exposed intentionally. Caught. With the axe discarded, Jinhyuk swiftly dived into Ograkuns embrace. The greatsword was in the way, but it didnt matter. Jinhyuk, his mana surging, ced his palm on top of the greatsword. Heukcheonmahuanggong (ck Heaven Demon Emperor Art) Defense was futile before this technique. After all, the existence of this move was to prate defenses. Third Form The air felt still, as if everything had vanished. Dark and heavy mana swirled like the depths of the sea. Hyeoljichimtookyung (Blood Earth Piercing Force) Through the arm of Toomgrave, the sinister martial technique of the Dark Emperor was recreated. TOOOM! Not only the exterior but the inside twisted altogether annihtingly. Thirteenyers of shockwaves burst through clouds and soared into the sky. Only the faint afterglow of mana hinted at the devastation caused by the recent strike. Staggering. Ograkun copsed right there and then. No berserkers ability to ignore pain could function when ones insides were pulverized to tatters. Keuugh*cough*! Foam spilled from Ograkuns lips. Blood soon followed, gushing forth. Jinhyuk slowly stepped backward. Its remarkable you held out this long. Even with just 10% of Toomgraves strength, to face the Avatar in a giants body for a whole minute is worthy of praise. His words were sincere. But it was little constion. [Unique ability Berserker will now be deactivated.] [Reason is gradually being restored.] The red light faded slowly from Ograkuns pupils. Clear eyes gazed directly at Jinhyuk. The people of the keep They havent been touched, not a single one. Thank you. With that, the light vanishedpletely from Ograkuns eyes. At that exact moment. [You have defeated the King of Giants, Ograkun!] [You have secured a stronghold that both the Empire and the martial world have long sought after.] [Your incredible achievement will be recorded in the Hall of Honor for one day starting tomorrow.] [Your level has increased!] [Your level has increased!] [Your level has increased!] [Your level has increased!] [You have met the conditions for replication.] [You have sessfully copied the unique ability Berserker.] [The replicated ability will be stored in the Worlds Memory.] Numerous status windows began to appear. As if he would surrender. Given Ograkuns disposition, he would rather die than serve under a human. Moreover, now knowing his ties with the Myun Association, Jinhyuk couldnt let him live. The least he could do was promise not to massacre his kin. Jinhyuks gaze shifted to the status windows. Six levels in one raid was a monumental gain, especially since at level 80, the experience required for each additional level was nearly insurmountable. Already 86, huh Even when he ascended the Tower of Trials, achieving an optimal route had seemed ideal. Now,paring it with his current rate of growth, it felt trivial. Then, at that moment. What!? Shock red in Jinhyuks eyes. Among the dozens of status updates, he spotted an unexpected line. [You have acquired Berserk Warriors Greatsword.] [Berserk Warriors Greatsword] Acquisition Difficulty: S Attack Power: 10,250 Weight: 150kg Details: Ograkuns cherished weapon, which increases attack power and attack speed by 10% when used in conjunction with the unique ability Berserker. However, due to its considerable weight, it is quite challenging to use except by a fewrge species. Only those who express gratitude upon Ograkuns demise may wield this sword. The Berserk Warriors Greatsword. Among the rewards one could receive from hunting down Ograkun, the best had emerged. It appeared that the greatsword, thought to have disappeared with Ograkuns death, remained intact. I thought it had almost a 100% chance of following its master Soon after, Jinhyuk realized the reason behind this fortunate event. Right, the monopoly. The privilege I received after reaching the summit of the Tower of Trials. The outrageous privilege that assured the acquisition of the best item a monster could drop. Indeed, a special privilege is truly a privilege. His body was already itching to try it. The urge to wield the newly acquired unique ability along with the Berserk Warriors Greatsword was overwhelming but for now, there were other matters to attend to first. Namely, to let the remnants of the Empire and martial world know who the new lord of this keep was. From this moment, I shall manage this keep. So, please retreat your forces immediately, if you will. Jinhyuk casually swung the greatsword, drawing a line in the ground. It was a warning. Whoever dared cross that line would face death first. That is Ugh! The knights hesitated, uneasily ncing at each other. They had orders, and retreating without aplishing them would be embarrassing. Yet, the idea of confronting this formidable being was even less appealing. In contrast CRUNCH! Baek Seol-ryun, who had arrived moments before and assessed the situation, clenched her teeth in frustration. Having witnessed Jinhyuks disy of force with her very eyes, she knew even if she charged with the elite warriors of Hwasan n and herself, the oue of the battle would remain uncertain better than anyone, she knew this. Its unbelievable how strong he is. An advanced master would struggle. At the bare minimum only if the very best of the experts from each n gathered would there be a chance for a confrontation. It was infuriating, but retreat was the only option here. Silence from both sides indicated consent, Jinhyuk shrugged. Then, well take that as an agreement. Both forces suffered substantial damages today, so lets end the battle here. I will take care of this ce. Dont think this is the end. Baek Seol-ryun spat out coldly. Then she turned, along with her colleagues from Hwasan n, retracing her steps back the way they came. Understood yer Kang Jinhyuk. Also, might you grant an audience with Count Hobeier soon to exin this situation? Count Hobeier, as in the suprememander sent by the Empire? Yes, thats correct. Understood. There is indeed a need to exin this incident to the Empire, so I shall do so. Having apparently lost the fortress so abruptly, not only would Hobeier but also Duke Vainstelern be greatly shocked. However, what was to be done? This ce was already thoroughly consumed by me. If a suitable price is paid, I can let it be used. If a very suitable price is tendered. A smile crept across Jinhyuks lips. He could already envision a path paved with gold before him. Exactly one day had passed since the fierce siege hade to an end. In the meantime, Jinhyuk had employed the captured giants for a major renovation of the fortress. The damaged walls were rebuilt. Through the coin exchange, supplies and provisions were replenished. Of course the most important task was to change the g of the keep. FLAP! The g, now flying atop the keep, sported not the giants emblem but the fossilized dinosaur logo of the Veteran Corporation. [The small force Veteran Corporation has secured its first major stronghold.] Hmm Jinhyuk nodded with satisfaction. Thanks to T-bone and the ancient warriors bustling about, even the castles interior quarters, where the lord resided, were mostly refurbished Now all that remained was to leisurely enjoy the long-awaited respite. And then. This ce doesnt look so bad now that its been repaired. By the way, wheres my room? Naturally, youve prepared the best one for me, right? Nearby, Ellis began with a whimpering gasp. Just as hed been feeling particrly happy, his blissful state evaporated in an instant at the intervention of this nuisance. As usual,cking any semnce of tact. Your room? Yeah. My personal room. Lately, Ive been pushing myself too hard without proper mana supply, so Im out of energy. I need to rest and recover. Out of energy, is she? Honestly, is that so? Of course, your room is ready. In fact, it was the first thing I considered upon arriving here. ! Ellis tried to contain her excitement and adopted a dignified expression, as if that was what she considered nobility. Indeed. Not too shabby for a human. I do not require much. Just a 100-pyeong space with a bed made of furs and the finest wine. A firece crafted from Akadrim wood would suffice. Otherwise it might be nice to have a little taste of your blood after all this time. It is unparalleled for mana recovery. Ellis smirked seductively. Despite its diminutive size, the little creature managed to pull off a disturbingly provocative look. For a moment, Jinhyuk clicked his tongue in disbelief before waving his hand dismissively. Yeah, I got all of what you wanted, so just head on over. The best room had been prepared. The dungeon. Damp and mustyit was just perfect for refined tastes. Especially located next to the roots of the Tnggrsni tree, so if she got thirsty, she could sap some essence for a drink. T-bone. What are you waiting for? Hurry up and escort Ellis Ah, I mean, the most gracious nocturnal noble to her special room. Yes, Master. T-bone took Ellis by the hand and scurried off, leading her to the depths of the keep. Hey. Arent rooms usually above ground? Recently, semi-basement rooms are all the rave. Lady Master. Really? Why do I have this weird feeling, though? Its all in your head. All in your head. After all, would the Master tell lies to the Lady Master? After the ordeal with Ograkun, T-bone fulfilled his role wlessly,pletely charmed by Jinhyuk. Chapter 229: A Day Off at the Fortress (1) Chapter 229: A Day Off at the Fortress (1) In the private training ground of the fortress, Jinhyuk slowly adjusted his breathing in the center of the room. Phew He could feel the magic power spreading throughout his body. As he lightly swung his newly acquired Greatsword of the Light Warrior, a blue trajectory was drawn in the empty air. Vrooom! A single strike mixed with appropriate speed and weight. The sword dance, reminiscent of a rampaging beast, continued for dozens of minutes. Some distance away, a few onlookers were watching the scene. Boring. I thought we finally had some free time to have fun, but hes just training again. Elis puffed her cheeks, seemingly irked. But. Really, Jinhyuk-nim is amazing. Look at that, sis. He swings that huge greatsword so easily Wow. He just missed the sword three times. Andrea eximed in admiration again and again. Looks like she left the mental ward to her subordinates because her face was carefree and giggling If the manager saw this, theyd probably sigh deeply. Finally, Wol Young stood silently in the shadows, mouth firmly closed. Herplex feelings toward Jinhyuk were evident on her face. The sword dance Jinhyuk presented was wless. The sound of the sword splitting the air was calming enough to settle ones mind. Well Not bad for a human. Though hes far from my noble self. Still, aside from me, theres no one who could beat the guy. Elis grudgingly nodded her head despite the constant exmations of admiration. Just then. Abruptly. The greatsword stopped. Jinhyuk, wiping off the sweat, smiled satisfactorily. I think I get it now. Since he had to use various weapons depending on the situation, he had to handle this new greatsword freely as well. Although there were onlookers like ticks, he didnt use Berserker Yet, he had still achieved proficiency with the new weapon. Now, I should raise the stats Ive been saving up. Distributing stats was one of the most anticipated parts of a raid. The growth through leveling up was proof of oveing powerful enemies and a driving force to feel stronger. Jinhyuk activated his personal status window for the first time in a while. Ding! Name: Kang Jinhyuk Gender: Male Age: 27 Level: 86 Strength 71 Agility 30 Stamina 40 Magic Power 188 Gap 100 Luck 10 Adaptability 78 Energy 32.53 Avable Stat Points: 18 Coins: 56,150 Job: Rune Interpreter Unique Abilities: Fusion, Sword Tomb, Stars Blessing, Judgement of Anubis, Blood Magic, Mand, 1-Second Invincibility, Thousand Poison, White Savage Beast, Sharing of All Fortunes, Sanctuary of the Sun, Imperial Dark Sky Technique, Titan Strike, Breath of the Fire Dragon, High-Speed Sword, Tombgraves Right Arm, Berserker Skills: The number of learned skills is too many, switched to folded state. Barriers: The number of learned barriers is too many, switched to folded state. He secured a total of 18 stats with a 6-level increase. Moreover, the four unique abilities he acquired sinceing to the empire caught his eye. To smoothly handle the Greatsword of the Light Warrior and the ability Berserker Im going to have to start investing in strength. Considering even making higher abilities through fusion, the importance of the strength stat increased even more. Without hesitation, Jinhyuk invested all the obtained stats in strength. [Your strength has increased from 71 89.] Definitely. The weight of the greatsword felt noticeably lighter. Thump! Thump! Thump! His heart pounded pleasantly. He couldnt help but be excited, achieving growth and targets so ideally. Gaining the fortress means I can now fully exercise influence in the power struggles of the middleyers. He already had a n for every move. All that remained was to calmly wait for the perfect timing. Okay, then lets try Jinhyuk recalled his unique abilities and skills stored in Memory of the World. Golden parchment unfolded, and the fruits of hisbor thus far were disyed. Among them, Jinhyuk selected three skills. [Unique Abilities High-Speed Sword, Skill Sword Draw, and Unique Ability Sanctuary of the Sun are fusing!] A dazzling light flickered. Right at that moment. Now! Jinhyuk spread a barrier over a strand of golden mist. [A 5-star Forced Spatial Constraint barrier activates!] Ancient runes of white reacted with the mist, constructing a morous magic circle. 1 second 2 seconds. Though the moment was brief, it felt eternal. And just then. Fizz! Blue sparks erupted borately. Sess! It was a challengingbination, but fortunately, his body seemed to remember. [You have fused the Unique Ability Realm of Wind!] [The fused ability will be stored in Memory of the World.] [Realm of Wind] Difficulty of Acquisition: Immeasurable Description: The caster can determine the size of the realm based on their proficiency and avable magic power, with all speeds within the realm of swiftness increasing by 100%. [Maximum duration is 5 minutes.] A full twice as fast! He was already moving at hard-to-follow speeds, but this would allow for much faster attacks and movements. I really want to use this right away His body was itching with eagerness to try it out. Ah! By the way, if I use that method, I can test the skill and also take a good bite out of the onlookers. Jinhyuk nced to the side. Dont you find it boring to just watch from afar? If you know that, why dont you join in the fun? Both the empire and martial arts world are just watching each other; its really boring. ying is boring. Why dont we make a bet instead? You know the game of tag? Touch the opponents body with your hand to win. The time limit is 3 minutes. If you catch me within that time, you win. The tip of the greatsword followed Elis, Andrea, and Wol Young. You cant be serious You mean you can just run away in that time? Elis eyebrows twisted in vexation. Understandable, considering it was a statement that could bruise the pride of Ataraxias chief. Moreover, even though Andrea was responsible for a lower floor, she was the boss monster of an entire tier. Me? Not just Elis-uni, but all of us? Her eyes wide, she seemed unsure if she heard correctly. My lord. As great as you are, taking on all three at once in a bet is too much, I think Even Wol Young joined in. Anyway. They all talk too much. If you win, Ill grant each of you a wish. On the other hand, if I win, you must follow my orders without a peep How about it? Youre serious? Even if its not them, youve got me too, you know? Youre the easiest. For a moment, Elis face looked like it hosted a demon. Or perhaps it wasnt just an illusion. You really will grant a wish if we win? Even if its them, Im also here, you understand? Jinhyuk grinned. Provocations like this ensured theyd bite the bait without fail. He indeed had an important favor to ask each of them. This way, he could legally use them without bothering his conscience. Youre dead! The figure of Elis vanished. Simultaneously. I have a wish for you too, Jinhyuk-nim. Its good timing; I want something from you. Youll regret it. Andrea and Wol Young epted the bet. They all knew Jinhyuk was impressive. They had witnessed him ovee impossible tasks time and again. But this was different. Even for a flying monster, there was no way to win a bet against three. Especially since there was a condition of not being caught even once. But as they approached Jinhyuks vicinity, they felt a strong sense of strangeness. What What is this? The speed is How can this be? Cant even grasp a shadow with Silent Step? This wasnt just fast. It was like dealing with a ghost. Jinhyuks figure had already disappeared from their sight numerous times. Initially, they thought it was an easy bet, but as time passed, a dark shadow began to fall on their faces. Losing to a crafty boss could spell disaster Which they knew better than anyone else. But no matter how hard they tried, the result was the same. Thump! Eek! Andreas fingertips missed Jinhyuks cor in frustration. Shame. But youre moving better than before. You can probably handle a decent assault team on your own now? Hey, dont provoke me! Andrea rotated 180 degrees and lowered her center of gravity. Voom! The wind surged, and her small body moved like a flying squirrel. Only 1 minute remained. There was no time to be choosy about methods. We must attack all at once. Andrea shouted urgently. Attack my foot. Just kill him! Really kill him! We must nullify the bet by getting rid of him! Elis felt fear instinctively and spat out red blood droplets. This was more than half-serious. Kwakwakwakwa! Blood droplets stormed towards Jinhyuk at once. Hey. That skill Are you seriously trying to kill me? This is supposed to be fun! If Im at your mercy, Id rather die clean! You rotten kid! Elis quickly carried out a second attack. [Elis uses Lv?? Blood Fog.] Now, a bloody mist obscured their vision. Not a direct attack. Rather, it was facilitating for others. Shes setting up for a strike from Wol Young or Andrea. [Wol Young activates the unique ability Shadow Kill.] Indeed. A rumble from the shadows signaled Wol Youngs presence. A spatial movement technique thats inevitable even with preparation. Yet, even that speed couldnt surpass Realm of Wind. Wol Young lost sight of Jinhyuk. Huh? Its natural to tip forward when your target vanishes. Wol Young collided head-on with Andrea. Crash! Ugh. Ouch Wol Young and Andrea slumped to the spot. They realized it was futile to continue. Left alone, Elis chased after Jinhyuk, sweating profusely. 3 minutes had long passed, but it didnt seem very important. Arent you giving up? Times already over. No Hey. Honestly, this is cheating. I havent used my real power yet. Unseal mepletely and lets have a fair fight, whats with being sneaky? No. Eh? Why would I do something that puts me at a disadvantage? Im having fun as it is. Jinhyuk moved behind Elis and gave her a flick on the head. Flick! Hey! If you really catch me Aaack! Flick! The sound of flicking resonated repeatedly. Ah! Hey. You hit the bone the bone. I know. Flick! Flick! Flick! The rhythm grew more intense. It was almost grandiose as an opera. Eventually. Stop! I lost. I admit defeat! Elis crouched and covered her head, admitting defeat. If even Elis cant catch me, then Ive done enough performance testing. Jinhyuks lips curled upwards. He was pleased with Realm of Wind, and the thought of everyones reaction to discussing the punishment added to his smile. Chapter 230: A Day Off in the Fortress (Part 2) Chapter 230: A Day Off in the Fortress (Part 2) ### Chapter 230: A Day Off in the Fortress (Part 2) [A new video has been uploaded to the Hall of Fame.] The eagerly anticipated video that everyone had been waiting for was finally uploaded. -PigeonChicken: Yo, its up. For real, its up! The video of Kang Jinhyuks giant fortress raid! As someones words spread, people swarmed the video like bees. With the war fodder between the empire and the martial arts world unfurling at the hands of the top guilds and yers, the response was naturally explosive. -BlindDate10,000times: How can one win against a giant using sheer strength? Does that even make sense? -RedFolderMagpie: For real. But why go close-range when long-distance would have been more advantageous? Its like he deliberately only fought up close. Why is that? -jil5005: Maybe its proof he could really pull off a 500 kg deadlift? -FreshYoungHwan: There must be a reason. The important thing is that no matter what fight, they cant beat Jinhyuk. -LifeIsOver: Agreed. Ive been looking up recent information on both the empire and the martial arts world, and even their boasted swordmasters and peak masters at each sect seem nothing special. -faclift: Its not that theyre nothing special. Those folks are insanely strong. Someone like you would probably be knocked out just by their spittle. Its just that the yer Kang Jinhyuk is extraordinarily, outrageously outstanding. -Darami Cushion: Thanks to him taking down Ogre-kun and the giants, we gained extra 90 days. That yer is just so charismatic that you cant even bring yourself to hate him. Keuh. -TheFireTruckDoesntStop: Id believe it if its him. ANG. Comments began to stack like links in a chain. Now, whenever a video was updated, the servers would crash, almost turning into an annual event. The rapidly climbing view count hinted it would easily surpass ten million today. This ones getting a good reaction too. Jinhyuk nodded in satisfaction. Recently, he had been immersed in the tower, but soon he might need to venture outside. He had to check in with the Awakeners Association and catch up on the situation in both Korea and other countries, including Kim Heewoong, Lee Taemin, and Yoo Yeonhwa. But thats when it happened. Do I really have to wear this? Elise approached with an expression that seemed to scream utter humiliation. Wow. Everyone fits the bill perfectly. It was a good decision to make the penalty a Halloween theme. ck and white clothes appropriatelybined,ce adorned skirts, hats, and parasols made them look like Western dolls. Thanks to the pointed fangs and red eyes, additional makeup wasnt even necessary to be perfectly vampirical. Lord Jinhyuk. I feel like these clothes are a bit too revealing. Master. Although it cant be helped since we lost This is beneath the dignity of a swordsman. Andria, in a short ck miniskirt, and Wolyeong, dressed in ceremonial robes, voiced their discontent. Their constant fidgeting added a certain charm to the difort. After all, modern clothing must feel strange to the two of them. Andria, styled after a nine-tailed fox concept, had nine tails attached to her skirt. Wolyeong, following a mummy concept, had white bandages wrapped in several ces over her robe. Perhaps due to their fine base figures, if they were to step into Itaewon right now, theyd surely capture everyones gaze at once. Ah. Also take one of these. Jinhyuk pulled a green four-leaf clover-like gem from his spatial inventory. Whats this? Elises eyes widened. Its called a Petal of Fensia its not expensive, but its a gift for working hard. Think of it as a sort of employee ID, exclusive to ourpany members. Really? Youre giving these out for free? Yep. Everyone gets one. Jinhyuk handed out a Petal of Fensia to each person. Ththank you, Lord Jinhyuk. Ill cherish it. Thank you, Master. Everyone was taken by surprise and delighted with the unexpected gifts. Now that youve all got yours, lets get ready to wee our guests. Some dignitaries from the empire and the martial arts world will be arriving in a bit. The Lords Banquet, a special event that a yer who has secured a stronghold could activate. For medium and small forces to expand their reach, such events were necessary to widely promote their existence. With giants like the empire and the martial arts world set to attend, the situation was hitting two birds with one stone. Whats more, that guy would be there as well. The damned traitor. Cant wait to see how to torment him properly to spread the word. Jinhyuk let out a half-angry, half-yful smile. Heh heh The smile quickly twisted into a sinister grin. How dare How dare he betray me, huh? Good, very good. Hes definitely getting a diaper cosy. Soon, the room began to fill with a lunatics magical energy. -Hes done for. That swordsman. To have fallen foul of such a lunatic. Shame, he had potential. -Id have bitten my tongue andmitted suicide in his ce -Dont include me in that, surely. Its making me anxious. As people each harbored their own thoughts, the destiny of their forces hinged upon the Halloween party just a few hours away. Then !? Jinhyuk jolted. He sensed something at the edge of his perception. Too distant and faint to be sure, but an ominous and unfamiliar presence brushed past his skin. Elise. Did you feel something just now? Huh? Honestly, I had a fleeting thought that youre a great demon No, thats not it. I didnt feel anything. For real, I was just spacing out. Seriously. Maybe it was my imagination. Considering Elisesck of reaction, he might just have been too sensitive. In Sedeth, one of the kingdoms within the empire and a holy nation that worships the goddess Feris, the birthce of pdins, an incident that should never happen was unfolding in the catbs where the kingdoms holy knights rested Drip drip The sound of water droplets falling from the ceiling echoed in the vast tomb. Is everything in ce now? A man slowly opened his mouth. A leader of the Mages Association and also an esteemed ranker of the Round Table. Gawein was his name. Next to him, an aged man with a cacklingugh softly rubbed his palms together. Kekeke! Yes, its a pity we dont have all the divine relics, but this should be enough to summon a fairly powerful demon. To manifest the Demon King, an essential ingredient: Cursed divine relics. yers and residents of the tower, associated with the Mages Association, had been scouring the tower like mad ever since its arrival. To fulfill their wishes and survive the towers curse. To adapt to the radically alteredws of this world. Up to this point, theyve been single-mindedly pursuing their goals by any means necessary. The result was right there before them. Four Divine Relics and three Lesser Divine Relics. With these, they could bridge the gap for their main n to unfold without a hitch. Good. Begin then. Keke! Yes, lets start. The elder imbued the central relics with his magic. At that moment, a purple smoke began to drift from his body. Woooom! [The Holy Relic reacts to the magic of the target!] [With the 7 Cursed Divine Relics, a gate to the demon world is activated!] [The summonable demons rank is limited due to the iplete nature of the relics.] Red status screens popped up one after another. Ooh! Finally! Our mighty minions have arrived. Exmations poured from the onlookers jaws. A long-desired achievement was at their fingertips. Kukukuku! The ground started to crack at that moment. Ssshhh! A tremendous heat surged from the split earth, illuminating the dark tomb with its redva glow. It wasing. From deep below Something unspeakable. Crack! Crunch! Skeletons within the tombs were sucked down one after another as if they were being absorbed entirely. A short whileter. Grrr Emerging from theva was an enormous ming skeleton, towering over 10 meters. Its size was enormous, but the aura of magic radiating from the creature was unlike any monster theyd encountered previously. This was one of the descendants of Guntapher, a high-ranking demon, the likes of which could only be encountered in the upper levels of the tower. Just its appearance had a monumental impact. But. Suddenly, the ming skeleton extended its hand. Skeletonized arms covered withva andbustion snatched a man who had bowed his head. Ssshhh! In mere seconds, the yer was reduced to a handful of ashes. What? Whats happening? Why is it attacking us all of a sudden! Ahhhh! Run Run away! Awe and des transformed into cries of desperation and doom. They had to escape. The sooner, the better, to survive this dread. However, the escape was restricted by narrow corridors, allowing only a minority to flee. Kaboom! A volcanic st swept through the yers in an instant. Grrr! The me skeleton showed no regards for the yers who had summoned it. Yet amidst the chaos, only Gawein and the elder seemed to be spared from its wrath. It was no surprise. The unremarkable mages of the Mages Association present were the sacrificial offerings Set up by none other than the two of them. Almost there. All who opposed us will be nothing but ashes today. The corners of Gaweins mouth curled upwards. Boom! Boom! Boom! Colorful fireworks decorated the sky above the fortress. As the grand disy unfolded to celebrate the strongholds new lord, the castle gates swung open. Dignitaries from the empire and the martial arts world who had received invitations began to step into the castle. Urgh. Its humiliating for me, of all people, to suffer such indignity at the hands of a yer residing outside the tower Count Hoviar, themander of the fortress siege, clenched his jaw in frustration. Even if unrestricted passage through this stronghold was essential, there was no reason for a noble of high standing to attend the party of a base-bornmoner. But, anyints now were pointless. Curses. If it werent for the orders. Hoviarss face, as sour as chewed-upon bile, entered the castle. Meanwhile. The martial arts world delegates who had received invitations reached the western gate of the castle. Baek Seyoulin and Namgung Cheon, among many others, heightened their senses as they walked. Cheon Yuseong was also there. . Cheon Yuseong looked uneasy, ncing around the castle interior. [Attendees from the martial arts world must bring Cheon Yuseong, or ess to the castle will be denied. Fortress Lord Kang Jinhyuk Note] The message on the invitation was clear. Undoubtedly, the most wicked demon within the tower was now targeting his very neck. Then, at that moment. Cheon Yuseong spotted a familiar figure. Thest person he wanted to face. Yet one he inevitably had to confront. And they stood there, holding what seemed to be a rather generously sized French maid outfit. Gasp. Their eyes met. Cold sweat trickled down Cheon Yuseongs spine. For some inexplicable reason, an intense feeling of dread seeped into his bones, beyond all imagination. Chapter 231: A Day Off in the Fortress (3) Chapter 231: A Day Off in the Fortress (3) Inside the fortress. Tablesden with various foods were lined up in abundance. Stop cracking your joints and move a little faster. Clink. The Master urged us to hurry. Clink! Da, clink Teabone and the ancient soldiers, donning bow ties, hurriedly tended to the guests. Is the food to your liking? Jinhyuk smiled brightly at the high-ranking officials seated on either side of him. Gah! Startled. Namgung Chun reached for the sword at his waist. Clearly, he found it displeasing merely to be in the same space as Jinhyuk. Then, quickly, Baeksullyeon intervened. The food is more ptable than I expected. Thank you for your hospitality. Well, if you think so, Im grateful, but it seems that the one who swallowed his guild whole thinks differently than Miss Baeksullyeon. Ha ha. What, what did you say!? The plight of the Central Continent Guild is all your damn fau! Thats enough. We didnte here to fight. Yes, of course. I had no intention to fight even this much, I wonder why you are so hot-tempered. Even the gobblins strewn about the tutorial field are more patient. Ugh, ahhh! Namgung Chun foamed at the mouth. However, thanks to Baeksullyeon and the other martial artists desperately holding him back, the worst was prevented. Enough provocation. Why have you invited us here? Surely, its not just to have dinner, right? Perhaps he was intent on getting straight to the point before the main course had even arrived. These folks really had no sense of dining etiquette. Its a bit early to say, but since it seems none of you are interested in eating, Ill tell you. As you all know, both your forces wish to have free ess to this fortress due to its strategic location. So far, these things weremon knowledge. Thats probably why they had responded to the nearly unteral invitation. I intend to give both parties a chance. The side offering a higher toll fee. That side will earn the right to pass through this fortress. Prpricepetition? Did you just say pricepetition? Hobiar rose abruptly from his seat. Too shocked, his jowly cheeks quivered. Whats wrong? Outrageous talk! Werent you on the side of the Empire during the selection battle? Then, naturally, you should yield the fortress to us. A price for it, what nonsense is that? Hobiars veins swelled in his neck as he spat. That instant. The smile faded from Jinhyuks face. First off, if you spit food again, Ill make sure you cant use that mouth anymore. You what do you mean by that? This is my castle Chh, chh, chh! A chill of killing intent rose. Heugh! Hobiar, who had only ever handled ceremonial swords, naturally had no experience with such a menacing aura. Shivering! Hobiars body trembled like a leaf. Gone was his fearless demeanor, reced by a terrified pig. Heh, yer Kang Jinhyuk. It appears our Count has spoken out of turn. Calm down and whatever you say you want, we will humbly ept. A knight hastily settled the situation. Albert Meckeim. The leader of the Iron Cross Knights and the one who assisted Commandant Hobiar. Kang Jinhyuk, huh Initially, Elbert intended to suppress Jinhyuks spirit with the title of the Empire. After all, a powerful yer was still a lone force, iparable to a massive power. But. I thought he was at most a wolf pup, but I waspletely mistaken. He was under 30, but what kind of power is this oppressiveness? It was like facing an absolute sovereign who had weathered countless life-and-death experiences. The intense pressure made it difficult to even breathe. If such a person truly became enraged and drew his sword Its beyond us. Despite having over thirty knights here to guard the Count If they carelessly challenged him, they would be the ones buried. Ah, Sir Albert. Is this fellow I know, my lord. Lets first listen to what yer Kang Jinhyuk proposes. As the situation settled, Jinhyuk ced two white papers on the table. You each get one chance. Write your best offer and submit it to me. So, we shouldnt be half-hearted? Yes, exactly. With that, he had said enough. Then, please enjoy the rest of your meal at leisure. Teabone and the rest will guide you to your quarters. Ah! And you,e see me for a moment. I I havent finished my meal yet. Cheon Yusung jolted back, as if wanting to escape even an inch further. His movements betrayed a strong desire to flee. Lets enjoy our meal intimately on the rooftop. Theres an outdoor terrace with a view to die for. If you push someone off there, not even mice or birds will notice. No, I dont want Cheon Yusung shook his head in terror. Sorry, but you dont have a choice. Lending you to me for the day was the condition I gave to the martial world. Could it be that! Is that true? Im sorry, I had to ept under threat of us being barred from entering Baeksullyeon trailed off. Good. Now that Ive got Baeksullyeons consent, its time for the revenge Ive been waiting for. My fingertips tingle in anticipation of how excruciatingly I should torment him. Ill put him in a maid cosy and go for 100 million views on Vtube. If thats not enough, he owes one p for every view hes short. That should relieve some of the pent-up fury. As Jinhyuk was about to stand up, it happened. Shivers! That sensation he felt earlier pierced through his heart again. A chilling and alien sense of unease. Could it be Jinhyuk lifted his head. Almost simultaneously. [Damn fortress lord! Its an enemy! A spatial coordinate has been set inside the fortress!] The White Tree Tngarasl roared through telepathy. As expected, this magical aftereffect was the result of a very distant spatial transfer. An ambush. A very tough guy ising. If hes aiming to catch me off guard, hes struck at the most painful moment. Due to a recent battle, Tngarasls barrier couldnt perform its function properly. Thus, Tngarasls barriers also couldnt stop this powerful magic. The rest in the inner chamber felt this anomaly just the same. What in the world is this! Does someone have the guts to pick a fight with this crew? Thats surprising. Baeksullyeon and Namgung Chun drew their swords. Count, sir. Well shield you! Yes, yes. Make sure not a hair on me is touched. The Empires knights also summoned Titans, protecting Hobiar. 1 second. 2 seconds. And 3 seconds. Boom! A loud noise echoed throughout the fortress. *** [The gate activates!] Apanied by a red status window. The ground split asunder. Soon, a skeleton covered in mes andva emerged from the deep abyss. rakh! Whararark! The beautiful garden swiftly turned into a sea of fire. Krurr Crimson dread flowed from the mouth of the me skeleton. Jinhyuk frowned. Damn, of all times for this creature to appear. He had anticipated the arrival of a dangerous foe, but he hadnt expected a monster of such colossal scale. Was it the Arcane Association bending rules? They must have resorted to a backup n since they failed to obtain a few sacred relics, including the jar that devours filth they lost in the asylum. By buying time this way, they seek to retrieve a hidden piece to break through the 15th floor where the Wailing Witch dwells. With the Empire and the martial artists tied up, its an efficient move. Jinhyuk pulled out the longbow Mr from his spatial inventory. He wouldnt stand a chance as is against that creature. Elris! Jinhyuk called Elris. Yep! Im right here. [The magic infused into Brahams Ring is alleviated!] Jinhyuk undid one moreyer of Elris seal. Clink! As the bindings were lifted, Elris stature grew by about 5cm. Ill give you a task to perform, so listen well. Well, something has to be done, or there will be a sea of fire. What should I do? Find the one who opened the gate and anchored the me skeleton in this realm and eliminate them. To deal a fatal blow to the me skeleton, one must handle the necromancer who summoned him to this floor. Surely nearby, hiding while supplying magic. That cursed Arcane wretch has to be eradicated before theres a chance of sess. And among them, only Elris could track the faint magic aura. With one level of the seal undone, her magical perception should have increased exponentiallypared to before. Can you hold out without me? Ill try to buy as much time as possible. Please dont take longer than 30 minutes. Otherwise, the entire stronghold they had fought for may turn to ashes. Thats when. To have such an event during the congrattions for bing the lord Its just like you to have such an event. Perhaps the notion of poetic justice is true after all. Cheon Yusung clicked his tongue by his side. Do I sense satisfaction on your face? Impossible. I am grieving that the festive asion has been ruined. Look at that smirk hes trying to hide? Youre dead. Well deal with youter. Biting his Mr, Jinhyuk kicked off and took off running. Elris flew outside the fortress. Wolhaeng and Andria in turn readied themselves for the impending battle following close behind Jinhyuk. Booming explosion! Kwaaaaang! For a moment, Tngarasls branches halted the movement of the me skeleton. But it was only for a brief moment. As volleys of volcanic rocks scattered, the nts were all consumed by the engulfing mes. Kraaaah! It was as if a demon had emerged from hell, recreating a scene straight out of the Revtion of John. Jinhyuk, stationed by a window, notched an arrow into the Mr. Patzutz! A red magic arrow zed violently. Whew He calmed his breathing and waited for the perfect timing. The rough magic pulsating through his veins receded at a precise moment. Now! [Lv8 Red Magic Bullet is activated!] A red sh blinked. [Lv11 cial Sculpture is activated!] And above that sh, hundreds of razor-sharp ice des wrapped around. [Lv9 Daylight is activated!] Finally, blinding brilliance enveloped it all. The sniping shotbined three skills. The colossal magic surged toward the me skeleton. Chapter 232: Each’s Choice (1) Chapter 232: Eachs Choice (1) Chapter 232: Eachs Choice (1) Fizzt, fizzt! Light converged into a single point. [Activation of Ashelians Holy Spearmences!] When the oveid mana merged into one, the form of the arrow had already transcended the conventional range of an arrow. Windows shattered in its wake Boom! A line of light struck the me skeletons skull exactly. A severe gale arose from the shockwave. Rumble, rumble, rumble! The ground was torn like rags. The shredded clouds scattered in ripples. It was a blow of absurd power to call it just an arrow shot. But still. Grrrr It hit bang on, yet not even a single crack formed on the bone. Really disgustingly sturdy. Even if it had been Ograkun he had faced before, he wouldnt have been safe if he took Ashelians Holy Spear, concocted from three skills, head-on. There was a downside of it taking a long time to prepare But this very skill couldy low even giants orrge species in a single strike. However, it was different for the nobility of the upper demons. This wont be enough. Even applying more mana, such an attack wouldnt cause a fatal wound. However many times it was repeated, the result would likely be the same. It was in that moment. Vroooom! A massive arm drilled into the fortress walls with a swoop. Most were agile enough to dodge, but one person was caught. The weakest martial artist. Aaagh! There was no being that could withstand the fearsome heat over a thousand degrees. Before his scream could spread, he was engulfed in mes and disappeared. A force formidable enough to render protective spirits meaningless. If caught even once, it spelled certain death. At that moment. Prioritize killing that monster over the empires dogs! Show these remnants of the Murim what imperial majesty means! Suddenly, orders to attack were issued from knights and martial artists on both sides. Even the most foolish wouldnt think to throw themselves at it after seeing this unfold. This was refreshing in a different sense. As Jinhyuk was about to click his tongue in disbelief. Hmm, whats that? Something caught his eye. A Titan. No, not an ordinary Titan. A Titan sculpted like a sleek leopard was a kind the empire had never shown before. Baek Seol-ryun had also drawn her de, with both the de and hilt shimmering in white. The ice-cold machination forged from millennium-aged metal exuded icy frigidity. Indeed, not all were fools. At least they had something up their sleeves capable of creating variables, even if not exact equals. It seemed the mighty forces kept hidden cards after all. And looking at that Its possible? An amusing idea urred to me. Perhaps the fact that the Mind sought this ce out would turn out to be a significant advantage. Now What was thatbination form again? It had been constructed so long ago that my memory was a little foggy on it. After a brief contemtion, Jinhyuk nodded slightly. [The coin exchange is now open.] The all-epassing coin shop. Jinhyuk sorted through numerous listings,piling his shopping list. [Sokcheons Sewer Rat Front Leg 1: 500 coins] [13th Floor Mist Mountains Pack of Vapor: 1,250 coins] [King Ghouls Blood 5ml: 30,000 coins] [Lament of the Condemned: 750 coins] Themon point between the items he just bought was They all amplify the demonic energy carried within ones body. Especially if these four types of items were used simultaneously, the users demonic energy would temporarily increase nearly twofold. Of course, that wasnt all. Jinhyuk gathered a ck mana at his fingertips. [Unique Ability Blood Magic is activated.] Sticky, ominous power imbued with the attributes of darkness. Concentrated mana irresistible and provoking to demon kind, akin to an appetizing scent. Gulp! Ebony mists continuously poured forth and fluttered. This should rival even high-ranking necromancers demonic energy. Not forbat, but purely to dere its existence. And that power Was enough to draw the attention of other beings below the ground. Kiiee Keeek! A massive crack formed as the me skeletons upper half burst through, rending the earth. Many damned beasts dwelling in the demon realm reacted to the intoxicating mana seeping from outside. Thud, thud, thud! Along with the sound of something climbing the walls Kill kill kill! Sweet flesh. Blood. Heeeek. I want to eat! Hehehe! Monstrosities too alien to belong to this world began to crawl out. A creature with slick skin devoid of eyes, nose, and mouth, with scythes where its hands should be, emerged first. Next, a female beast with a grotesquely torn-open mouth dragged an axerger than her own body. There were also creatures that seemed a grotesque mix of spider and human, and creatures with jaws full of sharp teeth on their stomachs. All of them bore horrific appearances. Needless to say, their demonic energy was immensely potent, no need for further words. Who is the lunatic using dark attribute abilities instead of counteracting with opposing attributes? Dont they know demons are drawn to demonic energy? Itsmon sense! Damn! They just keeping. If we stay here, well all be ughtered! A single me skeleton was headache enough, but an endless line of infuriating monsters kept appearing. The empires knights employed Titans to form protective formations, barely managing to respond. Martial artists from Murim, in groups of ten or so, initiated their intercepting assaults. Naturally, they didnt forget to curse at the one wielding demonic energy. Whether they cursed or not. Jinhyuk continued to amplify his Blood Magic to summon increasingly stronger beasts. This one wont do. Hmm. That ones not bad but its slightlycking. Fundamentally, demons are extremely sensitive to their territory. If this were the demon realm rather than the mortal ne, they wouldve already been at each others throats in a frenzy. However, since preyy scattered about, they refrained from internecine strife. Yes, thats the general consensus. But there was an exception. If not the ordinary prey, but extraordinarily delectable prey was avable, demons would fight amongst themselves even in the mortal ne. Indeed, driven by the alluring Blood Magic, some demons had attacked the me skeleton and were crushed. My job is to keep casting out bait until something that can deal with that skull-head appears. Theres no need to worry about the rank-and-file ones piling up. The empire and Murim will hold them off somehow. And after theyre all weakened at the end Experience points and items it would be a veritable treasure trove. I thought the celebration for bing a Castle Lord was a total disaster. Almost failed to recognize a perfect hunting ground flowing with milk and honey. Most of all, if I can get that from the me skeleton, nothing could be better. Thump! Thump! Thump! Jinhyuks heart started pounding rapidly with anticipation. *** Vrum! Blue energy surged alongside the swords de. Nangong Chun executed the secret technique directly inherited from the Nangong family. Crash, crash, crash! Swift de. The swift and sharp sword made mincemeat of the armored beasts entire body. Kuooohhh! Although its hide was particrly tough, making it difficult to prate to the bone, it was sufficient to bring its bnce to ruin. As the beast staggered on one knee, the remaining martial artists swarmed like bees. Neck, belly, heart. They stabbed at anything that looked like a weak point. Keeek Ack! Keeek! It took over a dozen people charging to finish off just one creature. But before they could sigh in relief. Thud! Ah ah? The man on the far sides body twisted grotesquely. A transparent something had prated his waist and lifted him slowly into the air. Aaargh! Theres something beside him! What do you mean? I dont see anything! Its an invisible creature. Dont panic and follow it with your Qi. Feel it, dont try to see it with your eyes! No matter how rigorous their training Under the pressure of unfamiliar phenomena, its effectiveness dulled. Exalted masters and first-ss warriors, nourished by various sects, lost their lives in the most futile ways. Dammit! Nangong Chun swore. The casualties were spiraling out of control. It made no difference that Baek Seol-ryun had brought the treasured de forged from millennium-aged metal; it was meaningless against such numbers. If it continued this way, they would all meet their end here. Just then. Someone entered Nangong Chuns field of vision. Standing silently at the window above was their sworn enemy. Could it be? Nangong Chuns face distorted ferociously as he sensed the pouring demonic energy. It was certain. The one relentlessly summoning demons from the rift was that damned fiend. I dont know what game hes ying, but its his loss. If he could kill Jinhyuk amidst this chaos, thered be no reason to grovel or be subservient. In fact, with all eyes and efforts scattered, now might be the opportunity. Having decided, Nangong Chun vanished like the wind. With a light touch. Swiftly. He closed the distance in the blink of an eye and swung his sword at Jinhyuk. Or at least, he tried to. The moment the de sliced horizontally, someone interjected like a bolt of lightning. ng! Sparks flew from the sh of metal, scattering around them. You are! Nangong Chuns eyes narrowed bitterly. Blocking his path was the man who had been by Jinhyuks side within the fortress. Wolyeong. Ridiculous. Judging from the technique and form of your sword energy, youre not a yer but a martial artist, arent you? Thats correct. Then why are you siding with him? Are you nning to betray the Murim? Betrayal At the word fallen from Nangong Chuns lips, Wolyeong let out a self-deprecatingugh. Augh as though chastising himself. Yes, I have betrayed. The one who treated him warmly despite being raised as a cold-blooded assassin his whole life. The one who vowed not to discard any of them, even when it was natural for them to be used and thrown away. He had betrayed that person. And yet. Even after his betrayal was known. That person did not me him. Did not even try to question the reasons or hear excuses. Instead, they simply weed him back with the same smile as always. A spectacr radiance settled on Wolyeongs sword. Fizzt, fizzt! Brighter than ever, the light zed along the de. My name is Wolyeong (). Concealed by the bright moon. A being permitted existence only in the shadows. I am the shadow serving my lord. He had already made a mistake once. And never again [Unique Ability Shadow Assassination () manifests.] would he repeat the same mistake. Nobody shall pass this point. The shadow had fully blossomed. Chapter 233: Each’s Choice (2) Chapter 233: Eachs Choice (2) Chapter 233: Eachs Choice (2) The technique Shadow Extreme Kill is fundamentally a high-speed movement skill utilizing shadows. It produces barely any sound or presence, and with its ability to move short distances through space, it bes an exceedingly troublesome technique to face. Furthermore, whenbined with the Moon Shadow Sects unique Silent Step The sharpness doubles. ng! It was impossible to discern how many shes urred within a second. Bright sparks flew, and then Crash! A flurry of sword strikes followed immediately. Kuk! Nangong Cheon took a deep breath. The Moon Shadow who was just in front of him a moment ago had unexpectedlyunched a surprise attack from a shadow behind him. He dodged by the skin of his teeth, but it was a narrow escape. Had his reaction been even slightly dyed, he would have lost his life on the spot. [Nangong Cheon activates Lv10 Sky Piercing Boundless Sword Technique!] Despite being simple, this unique technique of the Nangong n contained the essence of all sword techniques. Shwish, shwish, shwish! The light and lively sword swept through the spot where Moon Shadow had just stood. However, Moon Shadow had already read through the trajectory of that sword. Swish Moon Shadow, having moved through the shadows, regrouped to attack once again. Even if Nangong Cheon had directly inherited the sword from the Nangong ns patriarch, oveing Moon Shadow in such a short time was an insurmountable task. Damn it! Cheon Yuseong! Eventually, Nangong Cheon made a decision. Dont just stand there gawking, help me now! Although it was regrettable not to be able to kill everyone alone, it couldnt be helped. In this situation, he had no choice but to borrow someone elses strength. However, for some reason, Cheon Yuseong did not easily budge from his spot. What are you doing! If we continue like this, well all die! Nangong Cheon urged him again, but Cheon Yuseong only stared intently at Moon Shadow. A brief silence ensued. Then, Cheon Yuseong slowly began to speak. Why why do you trust that guy so much? I should be the one asking you. Ive heard that you have been with our lord for a long time. So why cant you trust our lord? There was a subtle change in Cheon Yuseongs expression. However, that change quickly disappeared. That guy and I arent in trust with each other. Hes just an enemy to be defeated with my sword, nothing more, nothing less. Really? The lord has mentioned you several times Cold and curt, but not a bad guy, he said. Cheon Yuseong! Dont be swayed by such words and pursue him now. Wasnt that the reason you joined us! As the atmosphere started to get strange, Nangong Cheon raised his voice even more. Dont forget the day you first came to us. Remember what you threw everything away for to join forces with the martial world! Purpose. Thats right. Joining forces with the martial world was by no means a light decision. Cheon Yuseong slowly reflected on that cold determination. I understand. The conversation was over. Boom! Turning his back, Cheon Yuseong stomped towards the ce where Jinhyuk was. Perhaps it was due to the fiery skeletons causing a ze? The window was particrly stained red. And among the dazzling light pouring in through the window, Jinhyuk awaited Cheon Yuseong. Finally here. Well, I expected this, but isnt the timing a bit unfortunate? Jinhyuk shrugged his shoulders. The current fortress was in a situation reminiscent of an apocalypse. Even at this very moment, people from the empire and the martial world were risking their lives battling hordes emerging from the abyss. However, I had hoped for a better stage than this. But not everything goes as one wishes. For Cheon Yuseong, this battle was far more important than the potential end of the world. True to his nature. Standing at the top and bottom of the staircase, The two men faced each other. silence lingered. Knowing each other too well, Neither drew their swords hurriedly. Thats when. Boom! The ceiling copsed, and a marble fragment fell between them. The transient gap created by the falling stone [Cheon Yuseong activates his unique ability Swords Song!] A sword shed like lightning, neatly slicing the fragment. Crash, crash, crash! Through the severed pieces, Jinhyuk held his dagger Fang in a reverse grip, its de enmed by Swords Grave. Cheon Yuseong clenched his teeth. Now its crucial. He had fought countless, mountain-like skilled opponents. He had lostbitterlymany times, but all those experiences were not without meaning. Crack, crack, crack! While it seemed Cheon Yuseong was about to engage in a head-on collision, in an instant, he shifted his sword energy downwards. The sliding sword aimed for Jinhyuks instep. ! Jinhyuk quickly altered his trajectory, but Cheon Yuseong had already predicted his move. Thats right. You always tend to shift your weight to the right when you are struck at your weak point. The sword moved like a serpent at an odd angle. Even the slightest timing error could result in getting caught by Fang first. But Cheon Yuseong was not one to make such a mistake. Boom! Jinhyuks body staggered significantly. His right thigh, which should have been a support, trembled weakly. Now was the time. This time, I will win. A sole opportunity. Cheon Yuseong released all the magic power he had built up. Blue energy manifested through the sword. Boom! An overwhelming sword strike burst forth, and Jinhyuk wildly swung his dagger in defence. Crash! Bang! Sweat trickled, and breaths became erratic. In contrast, Cheon Yuseong, who had seized the upper hand, was even more ferocious. And finally, At the moment when there was no room to retreat, [Cheon Yuseong activates Lv14 Battlefield Choice!] [Cheon Yuseong activates Lv14 Duel!] Both skills were cast simultaneously. Battlefield Choice allowed him to choose the most advantageous battlefield. The Duel skill exhibited the highest efficiency in a one-on-one fight. Both were skills honed to the extreme for this duel. [A ne of in color unfolds.] The world turned monochrome. The raging mes and the frenzied horde disappeared. Jinhyuk clicked his tongue, looking at the spooky space. Do you not know the phrase keep your cards close to your chest? If we get carried away like this, well end up with dislocated joints. Even though youre beingpletely outyed, you still quip as usual. Do you understand? Even you cant win against me with an injured leg. Maybe. Indeed, this time might be a bit troublesome. Trouble. just a bit of trouble? Is that all you can say? Yeah. Jinhyuk nodded. I see. That unshakeable confidence, regardless of the situation. Thats precisely why youll lose to me today. Cheon Yuseong extended his sword forward. Sss The atmosphere changed abruptly. The heat felt on the skin was different from any sword Cheon Yuseong had ever wielded. It had to beit wasnt just his sword. Surely Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. Retrieval Sword Dance The founder of the Retrieval Sword, the Ghostly Shadow Sword Sage. No doubt about it. The 10th Form (10) The essence of numerous maneuvers within the Retrieval Sword technique is said to be contained in the 10th form. Certainly, it wasnt a perfect form. Even so, Cheon Yuseong replicated a fragment of that sword attack. Thunder Fury sh ()! Boom, boom, boom! Dozens of lightning bolts plummeting from the sky scraped the earth bare. The Battlefield Choice barrier even developed a few holes due to the ferocity of the attack. Pant Pant. Hah. Cheon Yuseong gasped for air. Thats it. With this attack, even that damned man wouldnt emerge unscathed. My victory! The long battle was finally concluded. But then, Thunder Fury sh is great, but if its not mastered beyond level 6, the pattern bes simplistic. It wouldve been better to use a lower form but with higherpletion. From the rising smoke, a familiar voice emerged. It was too calm. As if there was no damage inflicted at all. Even the previous rough breaths and groans had vanished. Is it possible Have you read even the movement of the lightning, all of it? To be honest, I was slightly surprised. You must have trained very hard. That was sincere. He had never imagined he would see the Retrieval Swords 10th form here. Gnash! Dont Dont pity me! I dont need such words! Cheon Yuseong swung his sword again. But with all his magic power spent on the previous attack, there was no strength or speed left in his body. The sword shed air. Thousands of times. Whoosh! Tens of thousands of times! I have wielded a sword. I did not neglect my training, even when my hands bled. Cheon Yuseong let out a near wail. It was a shout that seemed tobine all his frustration and fatigue, exploding at once. Why still Why every time does it end up like this The swords edge wavered. Thunk! The drained sword stabbed into the ground. I dont know how to win anymore. Really I just dont know. Cheon Yuseongs body quivered slightly. Talented and hardworking, Despite possessing it all an insurmountable wall. The despair was like shackles denying his very existence. Jinhyuk watched silently for a moment, then spoke. You were the most persistent one in the tower, always shing with me. When everyone else left, Cheon Yuseong was thest one stubbornly fighting. At first, it was merely an annoyance But after everyone else had left the tower, he realized he even missed that irritation. Of course, that was because there was no one else left around an old hand. Talent and effort. Despite having it all, the reason you keep losing is because youre too impatient. Impatient? Yes. I understand youre anxious, but dont try to end everything at once. The tower always remains here. And I will always be here, too. Now and in the future. There was plenty of time left until once again reaching the towers summit. Are you saying youll keep fighting me? Yes. So stop crying. Why is someone once called the Sword Saint crying? Its unbing. Who, who cried! Cheon Yuseong hurriedly wiped away tears from his eyes. If he was so upset to reveal such an expression, he must have been very frustrated indeed. Ashamed to show such a sight, I apologize. Perhaps Ive lost my original purpose. Cheon Yuseong wore a bitter smile. Those days when the mere challenge offered enough motivation. How ingeniously and innovatively to attack the opponent, and whether it would work. He remembered when he was filled with anticipation. I owe you for this. Really He stopped, unable toplete his sentence, and silence followed. But for only a moment. Thank you. I suppose Ive done enough for now. Consoling a crying, tantrum-throwing child is no trivial task. Pretending to struggle in a power contest was even harder. But thanks to his earnest efforts, the first condition was met. That is, The condition to acquire a new skill. Jinhyuk reconfirmed the information he received through Greeds Eyes. Name: Cheon Yuseong Gender: Male Age: 28 Level: 62 Strength 55 Agility 71 Vitality 45 Magic Power 20 Dark Obsession 90 Avable Stat Points: 0 Coins: 16,540 ss: Swordsman Unique Ability: Swords Song Skills: Retrieval Sword () Lv15, Sages Eyes Lv14, Duel () Lv14, Protective Aura Lv14, Battlefield Choice Lv14, Retrieval Sword Dance () Lv17, Dark Barrier Lv13, Endurance Lv13, Obsession Lv13 [Copy Condition: You can now copy a skill from the same target a second time. A Sword Saint who has lived with the sole goal of defeating you. If you can briefly make him forget his goal and reach out to you, one of the skills Cheon Yuseong has can be copied.] [Additional use (Request from a Higher Deity): If you can get the Sword Saint to wear a maid outfit, you will be able to copy one of the skills he will acquire in the future.] Two skills copied. That was something he simply couldnt give up. One is done, now only one more to go. And with Moon Shadows choice yielding Shadow Extreme Kill for copying, he had secured 3 new skills from this fight. Jinhyuks lips curled upwards. You said you owed me, didnt you? Uh? Why do you pretend not to know? You just said you owed me. That, I may have said but Then it was time to repay that debt. Right now. [Subspace Inventory opens.] [You have selected a high-quality Frenchce maid outfit.] Cheon Yuseongs face, which had been filled with emotion, suddenly went nk. The only things left were deep, dark despair and regret. Chapter 234: Bloodline of Guntapher ‘Antrad’ (1) Chapter 234: Bloodline of Guntapher Antrad (1) Chapter 234: Bloodline of Guntapher Antrad (1) [The battlefield selection has been dismantled.] As the world of imagination shattered, the two figures inside were revealed. One of them was wearing clothes beyond imagination. Cheon Yoo-seong looked down at the ground with a face twisted in shame. To think that this ice-cold guy was wearing acy French maid outfit. And that he would be witnessing it in person. Pfft! Shut it! Sorry, but really Pfft! You Ill kill you if you show your teeth one more time! Okay. Okay. I get it. Ill really stopughing now. Look. Completely serious face. Seriously 100% right n Hahahaha! Seriously, this is mad, is this for real? Jinhyuk couldnt help but turn away,ughing. Swoosh. Cheon Yoo-seong, his face red with fury, had drawn his sword halfway. The atmosphere felt like it might snap and shatter the hard-earned truce in an instant. If Im lucky, I wont get beheaded with that sword. Walking at night would still be scary, though But at least Ill rake in a ton of views on Beautube. His character might be prickly, but maybe because he has some mixed heritage, he has an unexpectedly solid fan base. An average idol cant evene close topeting. The value of this luxurious footage was priceless. First things first, I need to upload this. Being the first to post it is crucial. Jinhyuk cautiously activated the broadcast system and uploaded the footage, keeping an eye on Cheon Yoo-seong. [Secret Hobby of the Sword Saint (Feat Cross-dressing Man/Secret Life/Fool)] An instinctual warning was ring at its peak. But at the same time, BJs instinct was also squirming. Even if Cheon Yoo-seong came knocking on the door with his sword, not uploading this video would be a disgrace to the title of BJ. If Im going to regret it, let that be a problem for future me. Jinhyuk nodded his head. And just then. [You have sessfully copied the unique ability Shadow Extremity Kill.] [You have sessfully copied the skill Battlefield Selection.] [The copied abilities are stored in Worlds Memory.] Messages appeared one after another, indicating a sessful copy. Jinhyuk barely swallowed the burst of cheer. Battlefield Selection. Although I couldnt copy it because it was overshadowed by the Song of the Sword, it had been on my wish list ever since I first met Cheon Yoo-seong in the corridor. This is a unique barrier I cannot reproduce with my existing Barrier Mage abilities. Thest piece woulde into y when Cheon Yoo-seong would obtain that skillter, so with this, I had achieved everything I wanted. Good. All thats left is to deal with the giant skeleton wreaking havoc in the garden. Calm down and listen. Ill tell you how were going to handle this situation. Jinhyuk muttered something into the fuming Cheon Yoo-seongs ear. As the conversation progressed, Cheon Yoo-seongs expression dramatically changed. Are you crazy? Are you serious? He had no choice. What Jinhyuk suggested was nothing short of suicide. But still. Its possible. Jinhyuk was smiling. As if probabilities and risks didnt matter at all. Kukukukuku! With a single gesture, the castle walls crumbled. mes burst forth from the eyes and mouth of the me skull. Ugh Never thought such monsters existed. These giants are nothing. The empires knights and warriors present could all manipte ki, meaning they could potentially harm higher demons with sword energy or aura des. But that only rings true if they could actually approach within striking range. Anyone who dared to get near the fire skull, ensconced in daunting mes, was none. Too weak. The me skull surveyed below. Trembling creatures, paralyzed with fear. And for this being, trampling them all was the very mission it was sent here for. Whoooosh! Aaargh! Uaaah! Bodies were engulfed by mes brought about by the intense heat, knights and titans alike, their metal armor branding their flesh. Sssszzzt! The nauseating smell of burning flesh turned everyones faces pale. Damn it, spread out! Close range is no good. Its a dogs death either way! We need reinforcements from the casters! The retreating troops hesitated. But not the me skull. It took their fear for granted. However. ? Amidst the chaos, two humans boldly advanced towards it. If they were gripped by fear to the point of irrationality, it would be understandable. Wishing for this nightmare to end might be easier. Yet. Their faces, as they drew closer, showed no hint of tension. Instead, they smirked, aggravating the me skull. Especially the man at the front, wielding a dagger. Youreughing? Have you gone mad from terror? Sorry to disappoint, but its been so long since Ive felt such emotions. Jinhyuk shrugged. An insolent human like you The me skull began to rise. Magma spewed forth, the ground fractured further, and the skeleton emerged halfway from the earth, revealing its gigantic form. If knights were rendered into molten metal by its heat, one could only imagine its power. [Lv.11 cial Sculpture is activated.] Shattered ice formed a transparent barrier. Ho. Not bad. Any ordinary human would have had their lungs burned out just by breathing. An admiring exmation escaped the ming skulls mouth, but then it hesitated. Realization. It remembered. This magical power Yes, its you. Youre the whelp who shot an arrow at me from the window. A long-range magical spell condensed with three attributes. Though it failed to wound, its power rivaled even some demons. Right. I wanted to blow your skull off in one hit, but turns out its pretty tough. Guess youve been consistent with your calcium intake? Silence ensued in response to the provocation. For a moment, only silence. Yet that moment was fleeting. Of course, you would talk nonsense without knowing who I am. If you had the slightest idea about my stature or the floor I hail from, regret and despair would be all youd feel right now. Over-inted self-consciousness. Maybe I know more about this tower and world than you do? Dont get cocky with the little knowledge you possess as a lowly creature. Your existence is but a speckpared to the eternity weve lived. Hard to agree with that. Besides, its not me Skull, its better if I call you me of the ck Valley Antrad, right? Antrad. A scion of Guntapher, one of the legionmanders in the demon world, leading the vanguard seeking to expand his influence through the Martial Association to the lower floors of the tower. That was the identity of this being. How dare you know my true name? What are you! I told you. Im a human who knows much more about this tower than you do. To the very end! You think Id believe your nonsense? Kukukuku! Anger surged, the might of the mage power overflowing. The heat gnawed at the earth, growing fiercer. And finally. Antrad stood uppletely, dwarfing the giants, nearly twice their size. His head rose above the castle walls. A battle with an upper-floor creature To be honest, Im a bit nervous. The mood was ripe for a confrontation. The taunting had served its purpose. Now it was time to begin. Cheon Yoo-seong! Jinhyuk signaled to Cheon Yoo-seong, standing by his side. Damn it. I am not your bait! Cheon Yoo-seong snapped back with annoyance, but did not forget his role. Tap! With a light step, Cheon Yoo-seong sprinted clockwise inrge strides. His target was not Antrad, but the smaller demons starting to emerge as a result of its rise. [Cheon Yoo-seong activates his unique ability Song of the Sword!] [The arcane art of the de Soul Sword is replicated through the Sword Saints hands.] A dazzling light emerged, and soon a fierce beast plunged into the midst of the demons. Swish! Keeeeek! A three-headed female monster lost all her heads in one strike. Krraaaak! Following, the cyclops staggering behind lost its single eye and let out a pained scream. You pieces of meat only worth a single bite Giggle. Since its a woman, the flesh must be tender. Ill eat you up whole. Its not a woman. Its a man. Look well. The clothes are strange, but its a man. Not rotten meat, I hope? The demons took turns sneering at Cheon Yoo-seongs attire. If one more of you remarks about my clothing, Ill treat t Chapter 235: The Descendant of Guntapher, ‘Antrad’ (2) Chapter 235: The Descendant of Guntapher, Antrad (2) Solo Max Level Newbie Chapter 235: The Descendant of Guntapher, Antrad (2) The multiple strong magic ritual. The pirs of light erupting from the ground signify the emergence of new demons. Kukukukuku! As the ground cracked, the heavens began to break apart. One by one, the red pirs between the clouds flickered in and out of existence. Beyond the forests and mountains hundreds of kilometers away, various demons were awakening. Antrad from the Scorching Hell. Magdra from the Frozen Soul Hell. Velmariel from the Toxic Hell. Chelkerim from the Endless Hell. The familiar demonic energy transmitted from afar was of the unforgettable kind. Four of them, including Antrad whos manifested hereright? Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. It was within his expectations that the demons would gather relics to summon Antrad, but he hadnt predicted the others as well. This was ostensibly impossible within the systems structure. No There was one way, in fact. But it represented the veryst possibility he wanted to consider. Assuming the worst, Jinhyuk shook his head. What I need to focus on now is dealing with the demons that have manifested. The problem was a method to block the other demons apart from Antrad Someone else out there would have to step in. And it would have to be someone with remarkable skills. It didnt take long for him toe up with a n. [White Snake.] Jinhyuk called out through his telepathy to an ally not far from the stronghold. A close aide of the Dark Emperor, and also a top-ranked yer who had promised to act as his hands and feet for the time being. If White Snake and the Shadow Corps took up the job, they could handle this situation. [I was wondering why you werent calling for us with the castle in mes. And you finally call.] White Snakes voice returned, seemingly having waited. Indeed, if upper-tier demons were appearing, it would be strange not to notice. [If youre informed, then we can speak quickly.] [Im sorry to say, but even if we all rushed in, it would be no use against that one. Personally, Id advise against you fighting that thing too. Running would be my rmendation.] [Ill deal with this one myself. I have another favor to ask of you.] [The demons emerging from the other light pirs, right? Its the same story. Theres nothing we can do. Theyre like natural disasters beyond our control.] [Im not asking you to do anything about them. Instead, exin the situation to those who can and ask for their help.] [Someone who canwho might that be?] [The master.] Chelkerim from the Endless Hell who has appeared in the martial arts world. To block him, Jinhyuk would need the help of the Dark Emperor. [Thats a heavy favor to ask. Even if the Dark Emperor has taken a liking to you, do you think hed help with something like this?] [Well, if its the master, I think hed do that much for his cute disciple.] The love the Dark Emperor showed for his disciples was special, as Jinhyuk remembered from the time when they climbed the Tower of Ordeals together. Cruel to his enemies, yet incredibly generous to those he deemed allies. That was the Dark Emperor as Jinhyuk remembered him. [Fine. I may have agreed to act as your servant, but dont you regret itter.] [And one more thing.] [Hm?] [I have arade in the Sacred Kingdom. Her name is Teresa. Ask her to take care of Magdra who has appeared near the Sacred Kingdom.] [Teresa Understood. Ill pass the message along.] There wasnt a clear solution for thest one, Velmariel. Jinhyuk could only hope that the Empire and the martial arts alliance would move quickly. Just as Jinhyuk retracted his telepathy, Have all your ns fallen to ash, leaving you out of your mind? Why are you standing there, unable to move? Ah. Sorry. I got distracted for a bit, wondering how to take all of you down. Not frozen solid in the mouth, I see. Good. Theres more fun in slicing down prey thats still kicking. Antrad slowly reached his hand towards the void. Crack-crack! A fissure formed in the space, and a massive sword from beyond the dimensions began to reveal itself. [Antrad summons the Lv30 zing Sword.] All the moisture in the air vanished. Burning. An unimaginable heat surged towards the skin. It was as if hell itself had been summoned to the physical world. This was the might of the upper-tier demon kin. Thump! Thump! Thump! Jinhyuks heart pounded rapidly. Not from fear. Rather, he was overwhelmed with anticipation at how well he would be able to fight a foe twice his level when he wasnt even level 100 yet. Yes, this is what the Tower of Trials should be. Theres no fun in an easy difficulty. Theres no sense of aplishment with perfection thatcks variability. Through the tough and strenuous path And obtaining the rewards at the end. Thats the reason to see the summit of this world. Jinhyuk reassessed the information he had gained through Eyes of Gluttony. [Antrad] Race: Demon Age: 5583 Level: 165 Strength: 126 Agility: 115 Vitality: 382 Magic Power: 177 Mastery of Fire: 224 Unique Ability: Will of Fire Skills: Boundary of Demon World Lv35, Hellfire Lv2, Unbreakable Bones Lv22, Sanctuary of the Dead Lv22, zing Sword Lv30, End of Times Lv19 Description: Antrad has been a strong vanguard in the wars of the Demon World. With his high basic vitality and defense, apanied by incredible offense, a normal yer wouldnt be able to scratch him. Copy Condition: For a yer whos just started to meddle in the middle floors of the tower to beat Antrad is an impossible task. Survive Antrads frontal assault. If you do, youll be able to copy one of his unique abilities or skills. (Time Required: 30m / If the distance from the target exceeds 100m, its considered a failure.) The gap felt too wide. So, the system offered survival as the condition instead of annihtion. Of course, even that isnt easy. Especially when faced with Antrad who wielded the zing Sword within a confined 100m space. Every attack must be perfectly dodged or mitigated through skills, otherwise, its instant death. At first nce, it might seem easy, but its actually among the most difficult of copy conditions presented thus far. But, with high riskes high return. Its imperative to seize the chance to copy abilities of the upper tier. It should be obvious. The abilities Antrad possessed held value iparable to yers or residents. Jinhyuk steadied himself. Wooong! Walls made of cial formations and four-star barriers adorned with ancient runes unfurledyer uponyer. And in that moment. How brazen! To think you can block my attack with that ice dust!? Boom! Boom! Boom! mes collided head-on with the ice shields. Due to the intense heat, the surrounding grass turned to ash, and even the roaming demons were caught up in the inferno. Hissss! Blistering heat surged from the ground. A mere swing of the sword had left a scar on the earth that seemed eternal. Yet within the storm, the icy barriers managed to hold their shape. They were almost shattered, but barely intact. Are you alright? Chun Yuseong, standing next to Jinhyuk, spoke up. Fairly well. But you dont look so hot. Smoke rose off his body in wisps. Apparently, even his sword shield couldnt absorb the full impact. Be grateful that were still alive. But now that the gathering of demon stones has been anticipated, how do you n to proceed? Their only trump card was exposed before they could even use it. Utilizing the insufficient demon stones now would hardly summon a higher demon capable of facing Antrad. However Antrad overlooked one thing. Insufficient demon stones could bepensated for with abundant demon energy. [Unique ability Grave of Swords activates!] A different sort of energy, far purer and denser than blood demon energy, erupted from the tips of Jinhyuks fingers. Its good that Ive only used blood demon energy as a decoy instead of the Grave of Swords, in case he caught on. Hold back a third of your power. Who knew that advice would be so handy? Thus, the back-up n began to shine, exploiting the opponentscency. Crack! Crack! The surfaces of the demon stones cracked simultaneously, releasing ck smoke into the air. The demon energy isnt abundant, but hopefully it brings forth something worth using Jinhyuk swallowed dryly, praying intently. Then a momentter, Kieeeeek! A shrill scream erupted from underneath the ground. It was a hit. A giant insect, stretching 10 meters, revealed itself. The Tunnelling Spider. Known as the Glutton, this janitor of the demon world only lived to devour. Through the billowing smoke, the spider threw itself at Antrad, who was blocking its path. Boom! Although Antrad swung his sword, the spider countered with its sharp ws. How on earth!? mes of fury flickered in Antrads eyes. A higher demon that shouldnt be summonable by the amount of demon stones. Such a bothersome creature appearing unexpectedly naturally left him flustered. But before he had time to make sense of it, the spiders assault continued. Sssssk! Green fluid seeped through Antrads ribs, scorching the ground. Highly acidic venom. With its outer shell so thick, not even mes could easily halt it. Kieeeeek! Damn insect! Daring to show your fangs to me! Engrossed in your prey, you must have lost your mind to fear. Antrad roared roughly. The sheer size of the two monsters radiated an intimidating pressure as they wielded weapons, intent on ending each others lives. Jinhyuk used the brief respite provided by the Tunnelling Spider to quickly restore his magic power and stamina. [You have used Genuine Taiqing Flower Groom Heart Method Lv5.] [Shallow Breathing Lv6 activates.] The two support skills allowed magic power to flow throughout his veins. Hoo Good. Collecting his breath and healing his wounds, he readied himself to move again. Thank goodness we made it through. Now we can escape while that spider causes chaos. No, were not running. What? Chun Yuseong frowned at Jinhyuks words. Dont tell me you n to fight? That monster? The opportunity to face an upper demon doesnte often. Sure, running around to buy time would be enough to aplish the copying. But. Thats not the point of all this effort. A reward only attainable by hunting Antrad. If Jinhyuk could do the impossible, as even the system doubted It wouldy the cornerstone for overwhelming growth. I cant believe you. To risk your life just for a reward. Even for someone like you, a veteran, its too much. It was a valid point. It would indeed be impossible alone. Yuseong, do you know? For the first time, Jinhyuk called Chun Yuseong by his name. The only yer hed trust to have at his back. And simultaneously, a warrior capable of cleaving through Antrads mes to sever his bones with a single strike. That person If its the two of us, we can cut that thing down. was one of a kind. Chapter 236: The World of Players (1) Chapter 236: The World of yers (1) Clink-nk! Sharp forelimbs grazed past Antrats body. As they did, Antrats fist exploded on the body of the tunnel spider. Boom! The sh of these incredible behemoths was beyond imagination. Every attack and defense surpassed allmon sense. Kieeeek! With a fierce roar, a thick substance sprayed from the tunnel spiders mouth. [Tunnel spider releases Lv. 19 Digestive Fluids!] Instead of a spray that would cover a wide area, it had an extremely concentrated, narrow range. However, even this unpredictable attack was within Antrats calctions. Defying its size, Antrats body moved swiftly. Dodging the digestive acid by a hairs breadth, he scoffed. Stupid thing! He swung his sword horizontally, holding it tight. Sszzzzk! The searing de cut through the tunnel spiders neck in a single stroke. Thud! The gigantic body fell sideways to the ground. Dealing with the nuisance gave him the leisure to shift his focus. By now, that human must have run quite a distance. He had wasted too much time. In ten minutes, anyone could have escaped the castle and run far away. But no matter how far they ran, he had no intention of letting them go. All of them can be ignored, but that human is dangerous. If he doesnt cut off his air supply before he grows stronger He mighte back one day, turned into a gigantic de. Antrats instincts continuously sent warning signals. If he let this chance slip, they might be the ones to suffer next time. Kuwoong! His body slowly headed outside the castle. It was time to tighten the reins for pursuit. But then. Could it be, this magic power. It seemed impossible. He never even imagined that the humans would stop running and choose to face him. But, as he faced the two yers who had appeared before him, denial was no longer an option. Perhaps if it was the distant future when they had grown much stronger He couldnt imagine them brandishing swords in their current predicament. How dare how dare you mock me like this! [Antrat activates the special battlefield Lv. 19 Demon Worlds Boundary Line!] Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Terrifying demonic energy erupted from Antrats body. Simultaneously, the ground around it started to be stained with a purple hue. Demon Worlds Boundary Line. A wide-scale skill that consumes the ground to create a territory only for demons. *** Jinhyuk and Cheon Yuseong drew their swords, facing the intense heat head-on. The heat was unbearable, almost suffocating. Sssshh! Unable to withstand the rage, Cheon Yuseongs clothes began to scorch. And there, his defensive coat took its ce. Thats unfortunate. Jinhyuks face briefly showed a flicker of regret. It was an expensive item But artifacts with resistance options were essential to withstand Antrats mes. We cant stay here long; its dangerous. Right. We need to hurry. Jinhyuk gripped his Fang in the reverse grip. But can you keep up? Well have to move fast now. Dont fall behind yourself. If you get in the way, I wont hesitate to leave you behind. Always so sweet with words. They exchanged what seemed like trivial banter before the fight. Considering the life-and-death situation, it was a remarkably casual conversation. Thats how much They trusted each other. Even against a formidable enemy, they were sure that if these veterans, who had climbed the tower,bined their strength, they could defeat anything. Fssshhh! Cheon Yuseong was enveloped in frost mist created by cial Sculpture. [Your resistance to mes increases by +20%!] With the sound of the ground being kicked, Cheon Yuseongs figure vanished. He reappeared right above Antrats right shoulder. You insects dare to attack me first? Antrat responded immediately. His searing de moved to slice off Cheon Yuseongs body in its entirety. But, just before the sword could touch Cheon Yuseong Puff! Phew! Ance made of cial form and fire elements struck Antrats wrist bones. Not enough to cause damage, but sufficient to deviate the trajectory slightly. Dont forget Im here too. Jinhyuk smiled faintly. Using that brief moment of opportunity The Soul Chasing Sword technique swept over Antrats right side. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwang! Crunch! Small fragments scattered about. Even before the sword momentum, the armor surrounded by mes could not serve as a shield. Kwaaaaa! For the first time, Antrats mouth burst with a scream of pain. Now. The extremely condensed Daylight whitened their sight. Adding the Stars Blessing, a sh of light amplified by divine power streaked through the space. Kwaaaaaang! The collision between light and mes generated a massive shockwave. It was a force to rival even a small-scale breath from a hatchling. Thanks to that, Antrats centerpletely crumbled. [Cheon Yuseong activates Lv. 11 One-Point Breakthrough!] A blue light connected to a single point. Like a knight in full armor charging into enemy lines, Cheon Yuseong surged towards his target with daunting momentum. Crack! The sword that pierced through Antrats ribs reached the red mass of mes within. Crunch! Crunch! Antrats heart. It was the life-core made of me and demonic energy. Keuk! Cheon Yuseongs forehead bulged with veins. But. Though he exerted every ounce of strength to shatter the heart, the de didnt budge. As if there was a limit imposed upon it just there. Did you enjoy thinking your attacks had an effect? A cold voice flowed from Antrats mouth. Danger. Cheon Yuseong quickly relinquished his attack and put some distance between them. Whoosh! ck mes surged where Cheon Yuseong had just been. Where exactly do you think you are? The very world created by the Demon Worlds Boundary Line. In this ce, everything happens ording to Antrats will. The helpless struggle had been allowed only because Antrat had permitted it. Ive purposely been acting as if I was suffering to allow this world to consume you, and yet you were so easily deceived. The shattered fragments regrew. Antrats glittering eyes zed ferociously again. His body was restored exactly as it was when they first met. No, the restoration wasnt the end of it. [Antrat uses the hidden skill Miniaturization.] However, one thing I will acknowledge: your power, having transcended humanity, was quite astonishing. Frankly, most demons would have been wiped out by thatst attack. It was neither ttery nor exaggeration, but the truth. Antrat calmly stated the reality. In that sense, I shall honor you by taking your lives with a fitting response. Antrats colossal body began to shrink rapidly. 10 meters 5 meters 2 meters Once it got down to the size of an adult man, the miniaturization stopped. Do not underestimate him simply because he appears smaller. The wasted power to maintain hisrge form was minimized, and instead, that gathered power was concentrated into his smaller form. This true form only revealed when Antrat went all out to kill his enemies. Dont die too easily now. Its really been a long while since I had to fight like this. Flick! Before the sound of a brush, Antrats body moved faster. Kaaaang! Jinhyuk instinctively swung his sword to cancel it out. It was more of an unconscious act born out of a refined instinct than a conscious response. A red line lingered where the sword had passed. A phenomenon urring when heat congeals on air. Ho? You reacted to that? These middle-ground guys always switch to such predictable attack patterns when they get significant power boosts. Hmm. What a fine mouth you have. Then, lets see if you can keep yourposure when I speed up even more? Kwaang! Almost immediately, two red streaks were drawn in the air. Jinhyuk and Cheon Yuseong were flung back nearly 2 meters. Throb! Kuk! What kind of sword is this Not only was it fast, but the power was also off the charts. Even in a 2-on-1 situation, it was difficult just to keep up. If this goes on, it could get dangerous Although he put on a brave front, holding on for just a few more moves was the best they could do. It was then A familiar voice reached Jinhyuks ears. [Its done! You can start now.] Truly He was about to lose his neck from waiting. The essential condition that could close the overwhelming gap had just been cleared. Good work. These words were heartfelt. Jinhyuk murmured towards Ellis, who was certainly far away by now. *** !? Antrat suddenly realized the anomaly, just as Jinhyuk did. So, it was just a single hit. Was all this preparation to take down the main? Thats right. You werent the only one dragging out time. How did you pinpoint the mains location? Theres a pup thats incredibly good at sniffing out demonic energy. Since the range of magic power supply is limited, it didnt take too long to find. Kahaha! To think theres a human who knows so much about demons. Quite amusing. If not for your appearance, Id feel like I was facing one particrly nasty demon. Antrat was genuinely impressed. But itsted only for a short while. So what are you going to do now? Even if the source of magic power is cut off, theres still plenty of time left in this realm. Moreover, as long as this world exists, you have no chance of winning, Antrat spoke while the ground around him stained denser. This world was the reason demons could exert their strength acrossyers of the tower. Thats not incorrect. But thats the thing. Now that the main is gone, we too can create a mental realm. With the source of magic supply gone, a skill they hadnt been able to use was now unlocked. The ability to dominate space, Battlefield Selection. Howughable. A mental realm is the understanding of the tower. How well one knows this world determines the integrity of the created realm. Yet you, who hasnt even been in the tower for a year, dare to discuss this realm? Antratughed, as if finding the notion absurd. However. The mockery didntst long. You have no idea So dont carelessly chatter about what this tower is like. Your mind couldnt handle it, not even the slightest speck. A mid-level demon who merely dwelt around the 40th floor had no right to speak. And now He would demonstrate what his words meant. [Battlefield selection] Suddenly, a blinding light flickered in the world saturated with deep color. [The Lonely Summit of the Tower is activated.] The summit of an unnamed ce, bathed in the light of stars and moons. This was the mental realm as remembered and experienced by Jinhyuk. Crack! A fissure formed in Antrats territory. It was an impossible urrence. No, something that should not be. Cheon Yuseong. I know. Amidst the crumbling fragments This time, Cheon Yuseongs magic slowly blossomed. Fissshh Another crack began at the edge of Antrats realm. [Battlefield selection Sanctum of Swords is activated.] The destendscape filled with countless swords unfolded. The ce embodied all the sweat and blood shed in a lifetime for ones purpose. This grim environment was what made the Sword Saint who he was today. Thus [Special conditions have been met.] [The Third Battlefield World of yers is activated!] Two realms merged into one. A third concept, liberated from thews and shackles of before. The mental world created by Jinhyuk and Cheon Yuseongpletely swept away Antrats Demon Battlefield. The view changed. But it wasnt just the view That cant be Despair suffused Antrats voice as he realized the gravity of the situation. Chapter 237: The World of Players (2) Chapter 237: The World of yers (2) Stars and moon adorned the night sky. And above them, the swords of the Sword Saint pierced the heavens. This is no longer the demon world cloaked in deep darkness. This sacred domain exists solely for those who climb the Tower, for those who live to see the end of this world. [All yers stats increase by 30%!] [All hostile monster stats decrease by 30%!] As the status window turned blue. A gentle breeze signaled a new beginning. How, how can this be possible Antraths voice shook violently. Interfering in the realm of higher beings and even reversing it. Wasnt this a domain permitted only to Demon Kings or deities? It would have been impossible alone. With just one world, you could never surpass you. But together If two worlds could interfere in a single domain. Then even the most perfect concept could be wed. Jinhyuk thrust his sword forward. [Unique ability] Following his sword, a blue aura subtly diffused. At the same time. Cheon Yuseong, who stood opposite, also thrust his sword forward. [Unique ability] Two distinct yers. Obviously, they were perfect strangers with nomon ground. However. [Swords Song is triggered!] There was no dissonance between the powers that emerged from the two swords. The swords began to sing. Narrating a melody even more beautiful than ever. Boom! Crash! ng! A storm-like barrage of sword strikes. Antrath swung his sword wildly, offsetting Cheon Yuseongs attacks. Argh! The tide of battle hadpletely changed. The concentration of magic in the sword. The finesse and ferocity of the technique. It was iparable to what had been before. Antrath was now barely managing to defend. This is madness! This cant be happening! Antraths roar sliced through the air as he swung his sword mightily. The gesture was overlyrge. Cheon Yuseong dodged the sword easily andunched a counterattack. But then. Antrath allowed Cheon Yuseongs strike to hit him intentionally. Crack! His left arm was cleanly severed. A chilling coldness crept down his spine. It was a trap. He would sacrifice an arm to seize the life of his foe. Almost simultaneously. The zing sword aimed precisely at Cheon Yuseongs neck. An attack made from a defenseless position, creating a split-second gap for Cheon Yuseong. This was the moment to strike. Crash! But the fatal blow was in vain. Right before the de reached Cheon Yuseongs neck, Jinhyuk diverted its course with a swing of his fang. That was a bit too close forfort. One took on the offense while the other handled the defense. Roles shifted seamlessly like the flow of water, leaving no gap in their coordination. Damn it Daaamn iiiit! Antrath hastily created distance. Despite sacrificing an arm, their coordinated defense was unbreakable. How can this be Mere humans, how can you possibly! Understanding each others swordypletely. Knowing where to strike and how to move. As if they could read each others minds. But, does that make any sense? Could one truly understand another as well as oneself? Antraths mind was clouded with confusion, but he had no chance to uncover the reason. Jinhyuk and Cheon Yuseong had already approached, ready to deploy the final technique of the Pursuing Soul Sword. Flicker! Flicker! Flicker! The Pursuing Soul Sword, inherited from Pursuing Soul Shadow, unveiled its first technique. Pursuing Soul Sword Dance The de left a beautiful trail. Afterimages created afterimages, and graceful curves rippled through the air. The Eleventh Technique And upon that sword, Jinhyuks de aligned. The only technique avable to the two inheritors of the Pursuing Soul Sword. Two Swords, One Spirit The ripples of the sword vanishedpletely. A realm of nothingness where not a hint of magic could be felt. And then. Slice! Antraths heart was split in two. The blow was so precise that the victim only reacted secondster. Aaaaargh! Thick red mist billowed out. Antrath tried desperately to grasp at the fading life force. But it was futile. No matter how strong a demon, if its source of power was destroyed, it could not survive. Sa, save me. Guntapheur, your minion is dying. Antrath iled his hands towards the sky. Pitifully begging for his life, a traitmon to all living beings. Its pointless. That guy isnt known for his mercy. He probably wont even give your pleas a second thought. You what do you know about him? He will not abandon me. Never! Well, for all your ims, you dont seem quite certain. Thats because. Antraths eyes slowly lost their light. Hed realized now that he was abandoned. In truth, the white woods of Tangerisil had restarted their barrier, which made it impossible for higher deities to witness what took ce here. Theres no reason to tell this fellow. It was better to leave him with his misunderstandings. As a bait for thest lure. Its over. How anticlimactic. Thousands of years of devotion, all for nothing. That fact made Antrath let go of hisst thread of hope. Good. This will suffice. Jinhyuk casually reached out his hand. Dont pledge loyalty to such a useless being. Give me your heart. My heart? Why should I make you happy? Because. I will send Guntapheur, who abandoned you, to join you. Thats not a bad deal, is it? Even in death, to give your treacherous master a memorable send-off? At the very least, let it be a gift. Even if I dont know anything else, Ill make sure your name is mentioned at his final moment. . There was silence for a moment after Jinhyuks calm words. Hahaha! Indeed, just like an arrogant human. It sounds like this would at least appease my vengeance somewhat. Laughter followed, one filled with satisfaction. Very well, human. Take it. My half-hearted heart. Snap! Antrath pulled out his cleaved heart himself. And with that, Antraths light was extinguished. [You have acquired the holy relic Half of Antraths Heart!] [The mid-level demon Antrath has been annihted!] [An astonishing achievement has been recorded! The events of today will appear in the Hall of Honor for tomorrow.] [Multiple factions are taking note of your and yer Cheon Yuseongs actions.] [The upper echelons of power in the Demon Realm now harbor strong animosity towards you!] A series of status windows appeared one after another. But one. The status window announcing a level-up was absent. As expected. Due to Guntapheurs special nature, the experience points from his middle manager wouldnt count. Slightly disappointing, but not a big deal. The purpose of this action wasnt the experience points, but rather the immense rewards and this creatures unique abilities. The most splendid of rewards I have received so far awaits me. Jinhyuks gaze turned forward once again. [You have fulfilled additional required conditions for copying.] [Targets unique ability is copied.] [Through the effect of the Fusion ability, you have acquired an Upgraded Version of the ability.] [me of Genesis] Acquisition Difficulty: Incalcble Description: The me that predates all fires existing in the Towers undisclosed floors. All unique abilities and skills of fire originate from this me, which has infinite potential for development depending on the users proficiency. [The fire element is reced by the me of Genesis.] [The Level is carried overpletely.] [The copied ability is stored in the Worlds Memory.] Insane Jinhyuk barely suppressed the cheer that threatened to burst forth. Just as he expected. Rewards way beyond his expectations burst forth. Not only had he copied a top-grade unique ability, but he was also able to inherit the level from his existing Element of Fire. Thump! Thump! Thump! His heart raced uncontrobly. It was the first time since receiving the individual reward of The First to Conquer the Tower that he had gained such an extraordinary blessing. ncing at the side, he saw Cheon Yuseong frantically scanning his status window. The man seemed to be so absorbed by the rewards that his soul might have slipped away. But not as much as I have. With thest heart, he managed to secure the first meaningful achievements. Now next Artifacts sparkled amidst Antraths corpse. A Fox Pearl. The Sword of Scorching Heat. A 1009 Recipes Book for The Gourmet Demon. The Spring of Oblivion. All of them were hidden pieces with an acquisition difficulty of S or higher. And thest one, The Spring of Oblivion, was an item he hadnt seen before ncing. Jinhyuk took another look at Cheon Yuseong. The man was still preupied with his status window. Gulp. Swallowing dryly. His hands moved faster than his eyes. [All four items have been stored in the Subspace Inventory.] It was a life-threatening trick, but luckily, Cheon Yuseong hadnt noticed. In ce of the items, Jinhyuk left a smooth bone fragment. It was a Premium Bone Snack Embedded with Demonic Crystals, previously stashed as a snack for Goguma. And at that very moment the switch was made. Ive already checked things out. Lets divide the rewards now Hm? Cheon Yuseong, who had closed his status window and was walking towards Jinhyuk, widened his eyes. His face was filled with suspicion and disbelief. After dealing with an unimaginable boss-tier demon, to discover only a bone in its ce was bound to trigger that reaction. Ah this? Maybe because that guy was so naked. He was penniless, totally all sh and no substance. Sigh. Jinhyuk scratched his head awkwardly, Meanwhile, he picked up the bone from the ground and held it out. Please Even so, it seems like a pretty high-quality bone. How about it? Ill generously let you have this as a special reward for all your hard work. Hoping that he would be fooled. Of course, desperate prayers often go unheard. If you dont want to die, it would be wise to get whatever youve hidden out in the open. No item is more precious than your life, right? Cheon Yuseong approached, drawing his sword. The deadly aura was almost like the time he forced Elis to eat mint chocte ice cream. Ah, fine. Ill give it to you. Well share. But hows your leg? Is it alright? Earlier, during the fight, it seemed he had hurt his right ankle, as it looked ufortable. His slightly awkward limping suggested his bnce was off. Hmm. It hurts a bit, but Ill recover after a day or two of rest. No need for you to worry about that. Out for just two days Is that so? Then itll be hard for you to run fast right now. What did you say? Thanks for everything today. Jinhyuk shed the worlds most radiant smile. It was time to make a swift escape. Chapter 238: The World of Players (3) Chapter 238: The World of yers (3) The crisis at the fortress had been resolved, but that didnt mean the entire middle floors were safe yet. The bordends between the Holy Kingdom of Sedes and the martial artists world, Murim. Currently, a state of emergency had been dered here due to the presence of two high-ranking demons. Ding! Ding! Ding! Ding! With the sound of bells, the city gates swung wide open. Civilians, take refuge inside the fortress immediately! No time to grab your belongings, get in now! The captain of the guards shouted until his throat was hoarse. Already, the rangers and knights, including all their auxiliaries, had been annihted. All that was left to rely on were the sanctified walls enhanced with holy power and the order of pdins. Once thest of the refugees are in, lock the gates immediately! Somehow, they had to keep resisting until the Empire could send support. Until then, they would have to defend the walls, regardless of the casualties they had to endure. Just then. Kraaaagh! Heeheehee. A beast-like roar echoed from afar. The approaching cmities, continuously drawing near even now, were Magdra and Shelkerim. Magdra, a knight with a halberd, was about 7 meters tall. In contrast, Shelkerim looked simr to an adult woman. Of course, with a thin, long scythe and a ss bead filled with souls each in hand, she was a good distance from what one might call ordinary. After a hard lesson from Antrad, the two demons who had joined forces prepared for worse scenarios and were currently wreaking havoc on both the Empire and Murim forces. For hours, countless soldiers swarmed them like wasps, only to be turned into cold corpses. Now, not a single reckless human stood in their way. And at the very moment they had the Holy Kingdom of Sedes in their sights Swish. A shadow appeared in front of the two demons. This is as far as you go. Yet another one who doesnt know his ce appears. Heehee. Right? Humans never seem to learn. Even a knightly order and thousands of troops couldnt stop us. And you think you can, all by yourself? Are you serious? The demons raised their power disdainfully. Koo-koo-koo-koo-koo! The pressure that enveloped their entire bodies wasnt something any human could withstand. Right then. Radiant golden hair cascaded down dazzling white armor. I can do it. By we, I mean. Those turquoise eyes stared straight ahead. It was Theresa of Amsterdam, the saintess. [Theresa unleashes her unique ability Blessing of the Stars!] Bright radiance fell from the sky. Her sword de turned white. The demons faced the ultimate holy power, enhanced further by one of the yers who stood at the pinnacle of this domain. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! The light strengthened by Blessing of the Stars cut through in a straight line instantly. An unimaginable storm engulfed the two demons. Sssk! Smoke billowed from the scorched earth. The long scar carved through the forest was testament to the power of the recent attack. But even with the sacred light, they couldnt finish the demons. Though somewhat damaged, both Magdra and Shelkerim revealed themselves, still very much alive. A pdin? Quite ferocious. Heehee! Indeed. Out of all the pdins Ive faced, youre at least useful. Both Magdra and Shelkerim muttered to themselves. A strong pdin, to be sure, but that was merely among humans. They could never rival the demons themselves. They nned to move quickly, snuff out their lives, then storm the fortress and ughter all humans inside. However. On the opposite side of the forest, another presence approached. Thud. This time, it was an aged man dressed lightly. One of the two pirs that supported Cheonma, the Dark Emperor, himself. Hehe. Am I interrupting something? Seems Ive awkwardly barged in. The Dark Emperor chuckled. Despite his light steps, the weight of his presence could be felt. ! . Even Magdra and Shelkerim raised their mana instinctively, sensing the ominous atmosphere. Intuitively, they knew. This old man was far more dangerous than the holy-powered pdin. The Dark Emperors gaze shifted to Theresa. Hmm. And who might you be? I heard all forces from the Empire and Murim have retreated. You dont seem to belong to either of them. Im a yer from Europe. A yer, you say You bear no rtion to this ne. But then why risk your life here? The Dark Emperor inquired, prompting Theresa to falter momentarily. Her reason foring here. Why she would step up in a situation where she had no stake. To protect innocent civilians caught up in the conflict? Certainly, there was that reason. But above all I had a request from someone dear to protect the people here. It was a request from Jinhyuk she trusted. That was reason enough. I see. You must be the other person Baeksa mentioned. Baeksa? You mean the grandfather is responding to Mr. Jinhyuks request too? Theresa widened her eyes in surprise. Hehe, I happened to mistakenly take in a disciple in myter years, and I found myself hooked. Really, whats with that talent of his Musing with a self-deprecatingugh, the Dark Emperor then added, Still, seeing people not hesitate upon his single request, makes me think it wasnt such a wasted effort after all. A warm smile spread across his features. Maybe it meant his choice hadnt been wrong. The Dark Emperor stepped forward and with that move. Kwoom! The ground cracked and split. Like the shell of a tortoise cracking open, as if nothing that awaited him would be permitted to block his path. The weight behind this one step was immense. [Dark Emperors unique martial arts ck Heavens Tyrannical Emperor Art blooms.] A formidable power surged, abyssal as the deep sea. An overwhelming force. Now, which of you darese at me first? Im pleased to take both at once. The Dark Emperor extended his hand towards the two demons. Heh! So arrogant. Shelkerim bnced her long scythe on her shoulder. Ill handle this old man. You take care of that woman. Got it. But dont be careless. Though the woman might be easy, the old man wont be a pushover. Dont get beaten while ying around. Thats one boring joke. Magdra sneered. With the level that Theresa showed earlier, even the slightest possibility of a surprise was nonexistent. Its a matter of cleaning up swiftly then joining Shelkerim to deal with the old man. Kwaang! Kwaang! Immediately afterward, the battle between the Dark Emperor and Shelkerimmenced. As a mid-level demon, Shelkerim began to spew various curses and magic. Each one was tricky and lethal. Koo-koo-koo-koo-koo! And the Dark Emperors martial arts transcended the realm of humanity to counter them. The terrain changed in the blink of an eye. The sheer force exhibited by the two monsters was on a whole different scale. Sorry, but I need to join that side soon. So, lets end our fight quickly. Magdra lifted his enormous halberd. Confident that the oue would be swift. However, the sight that followed left him Huh? Magdra gasped in shock. You got it. I will end this quickly. [Theresa activates Corruption.] ck tears streamed down her pale cheeks. Her eyes turned a sinister color, her lips curled in a subtle smile. But what was most surprising was the quality and type of power emanating from her. The once holy light was gone, and now the ck mes on her sword exuded an ominous aura. Woo-woong! A crimson glow flickered with Theresas sword. In a mere blink. A thin line pierced through Magdras body. Thunk! Blood spurted from Magdras back. Cough? His magical barrier breached? Thats simply impossible Magdra looked at Theresa in disbelief. The newbie mentioned it, remember? If we stand together, we can win. Her seductive form spoke with a velvety voice. Theresa swung her shield imbued with holy power and a corrupted sword in one fluid motion. A major incident caused by the demons four demons were manifested by mages. Right after the cmity deemed apocalyptic happened, exactly two days had passed. Antrad, the first to appear, had been extinguished by Jinhyuk and Cheon Yuseong. Magdra and Shelkerim fell on the ins of the Holy Kingdom of Sedes at the hands of Theresa and an enigmatic elderly man. So only Velmaryiel remains unknown, who dealt with it? Jinhyuk asked Cheon Yuseong, who walked beside him. Thats right. Since the Hall of Honor only updates once a day, the person who defeated thest demon will be revealed tomorrow. Jinhyuk had believed that Theresa and the master would be more than capable of dealing with the demons But he could not grasp who might have taken out Velmaryiel. Whoever it was must be quite skilled Who could it be? Lost in thought, Jinhyuk crackled a smile. This is why the Tower of Trials was fascinating. It continually sprung elements that stimted his curiosity. Stop grinning to yourself like a child. What about the items we were rewarded? When do you n to give me my share? Ah those items? You should have said something earlier. Its been two days; Ive sold it all off. Now Im broke. What? You sold off items we hunted together without discussing it with me? The thing is, in this business, theres something called a statute of contributions, and if you dont im it the same day, its over. Havent you yed games before? In which game does one im ownership of an item dayster? If you dont im it at the moment, that was the end of it. Besides, soon enough were off to the Imperial Capital to receive our own rewards from the Emperor. Be happy with that. A grand celebration was in store, and the whole Empire was abuzz with excitement over the event. It was probably more to solidify the Emperors power, but since he was throwing a big party and opening up a grand distribution of honors to yers There was likely to be a handsome share for everyone. If this isnt the most devious thing Ive heard Even you mustnt Cheon Yuseong was furious at such a bandits reasoning, but Jinhyuk had long plugged his ears with his fingers. Suddenly, Elis, who was on the other side, poked Jinhyuks side with her finger. Is there any chance we could eat before we go? Im seriously starving after walking for hours. Mogi! Elis and Goguma chorused their demands for food. Did our Mogi get hungry? Jinhyuks voice softened considerably. Having finished up with the Insect Labyrinth, Goguma had just returned to Jinhyuk that dawn, his magical essence havingpletely changed. He had grown incredibly. Cute as ever, of course, but a bullys bite indeed. The five Elemental Lords were also resting in the spatial inventory, so soon it would be time to call them out and assess their growth. Right, well feed you. Eat up, Goguma, eat plenty! Cradling Goguma close, Jinhyuk ced a marrow-rich magical bone treat in his little mouth. Mogi! Mogi! Chomping down, Goguma moved his mouth repeatedly. What about me? Dont worry. Ive prepared something special for you too. Wow. Youremendable. What is it, fine wine? A prime steak? Even the dish mixed with sea urchin and crab meat wasnt bad. Tell me, whats the special dish? Eliss eyes lit up, her small ck wings fluttering swiftly, stirred by hunger. Mint chocte. I even filled a half-gallon size just for you. He had given her more than the standard portion, so surely she could gorge all day long. Would you prefer death or suffocation? Choose one. Eliss expression turned ice cold. There are still so many who dont understand the taste. While Jinhyuk and Elis squabbled, Someones there. The foremost Cheon Yuseong stopped in his tracks. There is? Looking ahead, there was a person standing near a uniquely-shaped tree at the fork in the road. With the Empire and Murim at war and with demons on the loose, there was no reason for a civilian to be here. And without any armor, it would be curious to think theyre military. But the moment he saw the persons face, Ah, that guy was on the 20th floor too Jinhyuks pupils quivered. He couldnt not know. How could he not recognize one of the most desired beings in the tower amidst countless residents? Chapter 239: The Great Explorer ‘Fessis’ Chapter 239: The Great Explorer Fessis Solo Max Level Newbie Chapter 239: The Great Explorer Fessis Numerous inhabitants dwell within the Tower of Trials. Among them, a few were particrly memorable for Jinhyuk. Notables like Elise from the Ataraxia family, the middle manager Rick Henessey, and the Dark Emperor of the Heavenly Demon Church were prime examples. And the man now before his eyes was none less significant. The great explorer, Fessis. Excluding myself and the deities, hes the one who knows most about the Tower of Trials. Jinhyuks gaze sharpened. While he appeared to be inspecting a tree, Fessiss true purpose was far from it. He was waiting. For the yers with substantial influence over the tower. To be more precise For a conversation with me. Jinhyuk feigned ignorance as he approached Fessis. Are you studying the Isrian sapling? Oh! You know about the Isrian sapling? The tree that provides sap used as a source for a cure to Saa, one of the incurable diseases. Though it hasnt reached its final stage yet. Haha, surprising indeed. Its already a surprise to meet another person out here, and now your knowledge is even more astonishing. Yes, thats exactly the reason why I am examining this sapling. Of course, he would be. Its strange. If the goal is to produce a cure, even you would know that a sapling of this size isnt enough to make it, right, Mr. Fessis? Taken aback by Jinhyuks remark, Fessiss mouth fell open. It was unmistakably bewildering. Jinhyuk had urately seen through the true value of the sapling selected to attract attention. Moreover, his real name had slipped out, and for Fessis, it was as if he had botched the first move entirely. Hahaha. It seems Ive met someone more interesting than I expected. Indeed, it was worth the wait, yer Kang Jinhyuk. Perhaps realizing no petty act was necessary? Fessis erupted in a genialugh. Yes, Im also pleased. Jinhyuk returned the smile and activated Eyes of Gluttony. Ding! With a refreshing sound, a status window listing the opponents details appeared. Name: Fessis Dantalian Gender: Male Age: ??? years Level: 50 Strength 23 Agility 25 Stamina 26 Magic 11 Crisis Detection 152 Avable Stat Points: 0 upation: Explorer Unique Ability: Layer Floatation Skills: Sixth Sense Lv16, Unyielding Stamina Lv16, Multidimensional Map Lv15, Art of Eloquence () Lv14, High Favorability Lv14, Striking Looks Lv14, Quick-Witted () Lv13, Synergy (Passive) Lv12 [Replication Conditions: Fessis, garnering attention from numerous deities, is both an explorer of the tower and a herald spreading its news. To replicate Fessiss abilities, both of these conditions must be met: 1. In a moment, fulfill a request made by Fessis. 2. To recruit Fessis as an ally, you need to demonstrate how well you treat your currentrades. Continue to emphasize teamwork and boost morale. When a certain level of satisfaction is met, you will be able to catch two birds with one stone: replicating abilities and recruiting a new ally. I think Im treating everyone pretty well the system sure is profound. It must have a different standard from humans.] Jinhyuk slightly tilted his head and turned his gaze back to the status window. First to catch his eye was the unique ability section. Fessiss unique ability Layer Floatation allowed for unfettered traversal between theyers below the 41st. This meant he could bypass boss monsters or certain conditions to advance to the nextyer. However, this ability had a severe trade-off: those who possessed it had to forsake allbat-rted skills. It means one must purely enjoy exploring the tower without thebat aspect. Disappointment was unnecessary. Even though the unique ability couldnt be replicated, there were still useful skills amongst them. Lets see Jinhyuk licked his lips. The Synergy skill. A passive type that boosted stats by 10% when two or more skills were used concurrently. For a multi-skill user like me, this is a must-have. I definitely need to get my hands on this. Thump! Thump! Thump! His heart pounded at the thought of unleashing enhanced skills. Above all, the thrill of replicating others painstakingly gathered abilities never got old. Good. The script was beginning to take shape in his head. So, what reason did you have for waiting for us? Haha There was no malicious intent. In fact, I had business with several top-ranking yers and residents. Mr. Jinhyuk, youre the fifth significant guest Ive met this week. An explorer with wandering the tower at heart meeting people seemed quite an unexpected mission. Likely, this had to do with the request the system mentioned. What sort of guest are you referring to? Jinhyuk questioned slowly. Then. The rankings of the tower. Fessis revealed something unexpected. The towers rankings? Yes. As you know, Mr. Jinhyuk, among the countless residents and the yers who have now joined from outside, theres no measure topare their standings. At least not officially. In the past, the Tower of Trials only vaguely measured its top rankers, without a precise ranking. But now that reality had set in, a new standard was emerging. System-driven. Interesting. Is this another change? He had long since graduated from ranking games, but this was intriguing. Not just a numeric rank, but the value of its implied influence. It would be a significant factor in climbing the tower from now on. Given its tied to the system and deities, higher ranks likelye with various benefits. Such as raising the notoriety of upied strongholds, enhancing defense structures, and so forth. It also lent weight to negotiations with residents. So youve been waiting topile that ranking. Haha. That yed arge part. After all, the members of Hardcore Corporation led by you are quite formidable. Toplete the ranking, I thought meeting you was essential. We may be few but elite How does one participate in this ranking? Oh! Are you offering to cooperate with the research? Of course, Ill help. To achieve the first replication condition, the request must be fulfilled anyhow. Naturally, theres no need to mention that fact and reduce Fessiss favorability. You were fated to be forcefully recruited into ourpany. And right then. [The members of the mid-sized force Hardcore Corporation have been inducted into the ranking.] [Those included in the ranking are Kang Jinhyuk, Elise von Ataraxia, Andria the boss monster of the fifthyer, Cheon Yooseong, ??? (sweet potato), Teresa De Lorrentia.] A blue status window appeared. Leaving Yu Yeonhwa and Lee Taemin aside, neither Moon Young nor Tibon, nor the five great elemental spirits made it into the rankings. The names of both Melena, who held a prominent position in the Mage Association, and Orun, the dwarf cksmith, were also absent. How exacting could the criteria be? Jinhyuk looked incredulous, but Fessis, seemingly excited by the news, kept uttering exmations. Wow, its quite impressive. So many people included in the ranking! Ive met many recently, but never a force with such members. So many? Ye-Yes, its a great number! There are only 1,000 ranks avable. Including the high-level forces of the upperyers. There are names in the ranking I havent met, despite my authority. Being included is tremendous on its own. Especially, there havent been many yers making it into the ranking. Gasping between his words, Fessis added: Of course, the ranking is influenced by achievements, influence, and other factors. It doesnt necessarily equate tobat power, although, except in a few special cases, it tends to corrte. Then Those ones on floor 50 must be in the ranking too. Considering Fessis didnt know everything, its fair to assume the system is managing the overall picture. That moment. Whats taking so long? Did you find someone you know? Sweet potato! Elise and the sweet potato approached from behind, with Cheon Yooseong and Teresa, full of curiosity, looking back and forth between Jinhyuk and Fessis. Ah, sorry. There was something intriguing, so we got carried away. Since youre here, take a look. They say this is a newly introduced system. Jinhyuk gestured towards the empty air. Eh? What is it? Sweet potato? Ranking? Wow, thats amazing. Their gazes lifted to the sky. [???Sweet potato (28th), Elise von Ataraxia (29th), Kang Jinhyuk (117th), Teresa De Lorrentia (231st), Cheon Yooseong (688th), Andria (815th)] [Some elements might be unassessable by the system.] [Reliability 97.85%] Whoa, hang on! Are you kidding me? Elise shot her hand up in protest. Whats wrong? Looks about right to me. About right? Whats about right? Why the hell am I ranked lower than that dumb lizard? Elise began to rage, clearly unable to ept this turn of events. Sweet potato! On the other hand, the sweet potato proudly wagged its tail within Jinhyuks embrace, pleased with its high ranking. Well, when the sweet potato manifests in its true form, its quite formidable. You know about the ancient kind, dont you? But what about me? You were a force to be reckoned with back in your prime. Right now, its just not the same. Whats the point in recounting the glory days? Right now, its a different story. Thats true But Im still quite valuable. I can outperform that jerk if I try hard enough. I know. Why are you getting so downcast? Its not like you. Jinhyuk lightly rested a hand on Elises head. Suddenly, she seemed more docilea deceiving illusion. Im unexpectedly high in the ranking. Teresa it might be because of the significant boost when you fell. Ah because of thatrade. Teresa shyly lowered her head, still struggling to ept her alter ego with apletely different personality. Understandably so. Even to me, that version was particrly ufortable. For her, it was like facing an embarrassing past at every turn. Lastly, Cheon Yooseong growled lowly, baring his teeth. The gap between you and me cant be this wide. Didnt you just whine recently about not knowing how to beat me? Have you already forgotten that? I never said such things. Wow does this guy carry an eraser in his head? Im sincerely curious how he got into medical school. It seems more usible that he threatened the SAT supervisor with a knife Never mind. I was the fool for trying to get you to concede. Hmph. Cheon Yooseong turned away coldly. Really, Mr. Jinhyuk and hisrades have a good atmosphere. Does this look good to you? Frayed nerves like this only happen among people who can truly trust each other. Still beaming, Fessis stretched himself out. Well then, lets speed things up. We cant bete to the banquet at the pce and lose the leading role to them. Lose it? Who else ising besides us? You werent aware? At the banquet held in the royal pce, another force has also been invited besides Mr. Jinhyuk. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed at Fessiss words. Another force? Dont tell me Yes. Thest of the demon kind, Belmariel. Those who vanquished him are also en route to the pce. Perhaps, Mr. Jinhyuk, youve heard the name Gandara. Chapter 240: Return of the Heroes (1) Chapter 240: Return of the Heroes (1) Chapter 240. Return of the Heroes (1) Gandara Jinhyuk slowly savored the name on his lips. One of the seven major guilds, recently undergoing a rapid growth as a mid-tier power. Naturally, they were receiving love calls from various forces within the Tower and had chosen Moorim to solidify their foundation. But now. They had taken care of Valmariel. There were two possibilities. One was that among those sent by Moorim to the siege, there was someone even higher rankinga master corresponding to the head of each sect. Or, the leader of the Gandara guild, the ranker Nirasha, was unexpectedly powerful. If its thetter, it would mean Nirasha is growing at a much higher rate than most denizens. With damages caused by the demons manifestation being repaired, two forces had temporarily entered a ceasefire. This situation was about to get interesting. There might even be an entertaining event before heading to the 15th floor where the Wailing Witch resides. Of course, so could the fortunes thate with it. Mr. Pesis, can we not check other peoples rankings? Normally, there are conditions, but for you, Mr. Jinhyuk, Ill provide this service just once. Shall I show you yer Nirashas profile? Please do. As Jinhyuk nodded, another status window appeared. [Nirasha (275th)] 275th ce She was ranked quite high. Moreover, since the rankings are always changing, she might climb even higher in the future. Thank you. This was very helpful. Ah, but as far as I know, theres also two others, Wolyeong and someone named Andria. However, I dont see them around? Pesis took another nce among the group. They have some matters to finish and had to step away for a moment. Matters to finish? Its personal. Youll probably see them by the time we get to the pce, so dont worry too much. Hmm. Sounds like theres some issue. Very well, I wont pry further. As long as I can meet them, thats fine by me. Then, we should be on our way soon. It gets quite dangerous here at night with frequent monster appearances. Jinhyuk took a brief look through the trees. While it was calm now, at night, therge creatures would wake up and be active. To avoid getting caught up in trouble, theyd need to get out of the woods before that. Of course Some may never find their way out of this forest. In the darkness lit only by faint moonlight. Pant. Pant Hah. Nangong Chun was desperately sprinting across the forest. Breath bing shallow and his body soaked in sweat and blood, but he could not afford to stop, not even for a moment. Shh. Ssssh! Many shadows were drawing in, tightening the encirclement. His fleeingpanions had already vanished. Whether they were somewhere else or dead was impossible to know. But none of that mattered now. All that mattered was moving as far as possible. I, Nangong Chun, will not perish so meaninglessly. He had fought tooth and nail to climb up. Ruthlessly abandoning the worthless and exploiting the useful And here he was, at this point. Yet now. It was all turning to nothingall because of that damn Kang Jinhyuk! Ill kill him. Next time, Ill drag everyone from the five great ns and the nine n alliance to take him down! In that moment, as Nangong Chun hid behind a tree, grinding his teeth, Theres no next time for you. A low and beautiful voice echoed through the air. This voice. No mistake. It belonged to the same woman who had assaulted hisrades. Stop sneaking around and show yourself! Cowardly? Well, I suppose to your eyes it might seem so. From the forest emerged a woman with short white hair and red eyes. The boss of the 5thyer and the master of the great stronghold called the Psychic Ward. Andria. Monster was it? Why would a boss monster submit to a human? Race has nothing to do with who one follows. Bosses are known to be prideful. Its just hard to understand why one would submit to a lesser being like a human. Interesting. That you think he is beneath me. A yer with power surpassing the bosses of each floor and the judgement to design situations andmand the overall board was beyond categorizing as simply human. No, even if faced with any being from the Tower, none could best Jinhyuk. For Jinhyuk had a certain strange power to enforce victory beyond mere probability. Above all, Mr. Jinhyuk rescued me from a miserable life bound by blind faith, destined to be a sacrificial offering. A debt she could never repay in a lifetime. There was no greater reason for Andria to wield her sword. Gh! A murderous aura shrouded Nangong Chun, making him stagger backward. But there was no escape. There is no retreat. A low, heavy voice came from behind. Wolyeong, who had activated Shadow Extreme Murder, slowly rose from the shadows cast by the trees. His sword gleamed with a blinding light. On top of that, masked figures packed the tree branches. The White Serpents and Shadow Corps. There was no way out. Uh uh Nangong Chun trembled like a leaf, engulfed in the perfect encirclement. The crime of drawing your sword to our Lord. And the insolence of speaking filth. You deserve death. Wolyeongs sword lunged forward. Simultaneously. Andria also grasped her sharp dagger in a reverse grip. Wait, just wait. Lets negotiate. Tell me what you want. Money? Or power? Ill give you anything. Please! Nangong Chun desperately begged for his life. Pride was forgotten; the only thought was the need to survive. But. No need. Im not inclined. What returned was but a cold rejection. And that was Thud! Sshk! AAAAAAGH! The end of Nangong Chun, who once led and ultimately abandoned the Central Alliance Guild. Dayster, Jinhyuk and his group finally arrived at the capital of the Empire. It had been quite a long journey. Especially handling the terrifying appetites of Goguma and Ellis had been the most troublesome part. I thought I was quite familiar with cooking, but I was terribly mistaken. Do they have spatial inventory for stomachs or what Waking from the horrendous nightmare, Jinhyuk sighed quietly to himself. Now, the hardships were all behind them. A grand wee awaited them for having thwarted a massive disaster. And as if proving his thoughts correct As Jinhyuk entered the city gates, an enormous cheer erupted. Wooooah! Wow! Its the heroes! The saviors of the Empire! Wee! Pleasee in! Thousands of people had gathered along the road to catch a glimpse of Jinhyuk and the rest of the group. Guards barely managed to hold them back, but controlling the enthusiastic crowd was near impossible. Is the person in front at the front the hero who slew the demon? Hmm. Actually, doesnt the man behind look more like a hero? Just by his looks, doesnt he fit the bill? Yeah, the person in front is too ordinary. In contrast, that knight looks like a cold sculpture How can someone be so perfect? Its like a beggar and a prince, haha! Third youngdy on the right side, seventh man on the left, and a kid who seemed about seven years old. Ive made a mental note of all of them. The City Guard wille knocking soon enough, and let them know this is why. As Jinhyuk was mentally jotting names in his imaginary death note, Ellis chuckled beside him. Are thosements bothering you? Not at all. Not the slightest. Just making mental notes of the faces. Might see them again. Human eyesck discernment. I find you more to my taste than a pompous sword saint. Oh? Surprisingly, the creature seemed to be making sense. Thats what I like to hear. Got something you want to eat? Its not that No, actually, buy me something deliciouster. Ellis nodded with a slightly bitter smile. After all the ordeal, once we get out, Ill make sure you eat till you burst. With his mood slightly improved, Jinhyuk again took control of the horse. Then, suddenly ? He felt an odd gaze from among the crowd. Jinhyuk swiftly turned his head. But he couldnt identify the source of the unease. A very faint nce lost in the masses. For a moment, he thought it might be Gandara spying, but Jinhyuk quickly dismissed that possibility. If it were a yer, they couldnt have concealed their presence so expertly. Moreover, the energy felt all too familiar. Like the one from Ellis. Connecting the dots, Jinhyuks entire body tensed. Could there be another vampire here? That was the only exnation. And if it were on this scale, its highly likely it was of the true vampire lineage. The aim could be targeting Ellis, but more probably, they came for that thing in the Empire Why? Its nothing. Just seemed a bit on edge. Probably tired from the long journey. Jinhyuk resumed his journey, appearing unfazed. There was no need to worry Ellis at this moment. At least, not now. They continued through the long weing procession and arrived at the resplendent reception hall in the pce. There awaited the figures Jinhyuk recalled from his previous visit to the Empire. The frail old man seated on the throne was Emperor Reinhardt III. Beside him stood Duke Vainschtern and Penheimer. Weve been waiting. Your efforts have been monumental. A tired phrase escaped Reinhardts lips. At least he looked better than before. Unlike when his hope in maintaining imperial authority was dead, there was a faint light in the Emperors eyes now. My dream wont take long to be a reality. For you and for my own sake as well. [Earn the trust of the Emperor Reinhardt III of the Empire and guide it to a path ofplete prosperity.] [Sess will unlock the third privilege for the First Conqueror of the Tower.] A symbiotic rtionship. To obtain the third privilege, there must be an alliance with the Emperor. In that regard, it seems necessary to demonstrate some decorum. After all, thats how you earn bonus points in the game of ttery. Especially with nobles who fancy pomp and circumstance. Recalling scenes from films hed seen, Jinhyuk respectfully knelt on one knee. As anticipated. A faint smile graced the Emperors face at the gesture. The efforts of securing the fortress and upholding the Empires pride against the vile demons merit praise. Thus, I wish to show a token of my gratitude to you all. Finally, the Emperors reward was to be revealed. Jinhyuk swallowed nervously. Chapter 241: The Return of the Heroes (2) Chapter 241: The Return of the Heroes (2) I hereby bestow upon you the Heavens Mandate Stone. ! Upon hearing Reinhardts words, a tremor shook through Jinhyuks pupils. Majesty? Isnt that item only meant for the descendants of the royal bloodline? Preposterous! This is uneptable! I must agree. No matter if they are heroes, this is simply an outrageous act! The ministers voiced their protests in unison. Im sorry, but my decision is final. Is this truly your will, Majesty? Vainsturleans eyes turned cold. Yes. It is indeed my will. Then we have no choice but toply. We shall follow Your Majestys decree, hoping you do note to regret this decision. Vainsturlean stood up slowly, and the nobles following him rose from their seats as well. Their reaction was insolent, yet at the same time, it was evidence of the dukes power that it hade to surpass the Emperors. This is like walking on thin ice. Understandably. Everyone erupted with such a reaction. The Heavens Mandate Stone was a kind ofmunication conduit. Namely, it allowed one to converse with the deities of the upper echelons. Considering he had obtained the ancient kin Sweet Potato when he met the Egyptian deities One could imagine just how preposterous this reward was. Jackpot. No, this is sheer madness. Though the deities were inherently whimsical and unpredictable, and whether they would respond was unknown. If they find favor, the reward could be so game-changing that it wouldpletely shatter all existing bnce. Greed filled Jinhyuks eyes. Of course. This reward is far too great for us. We were merely doing what we had to do. The words that left his mouth couldnt be farther from genuine. No. Thanks to you, we were able to prevent innocent civilians from harm; it is only right that I offer you this much. Actually, I regret not being able to give you more. Once again, we are grateful for your generosity. Ugh. The cheesiness was creeping up on him and his mouth felt like it was filled with thorns. But he had to maintain his expression to the very end. This was part of navigating the socialndscape of adults, after all. Theres something I need to finalize, so once thats done, Ill personally guide you to where the Heavens Mandate Stone resides. Reinhardts gaze shifted, as if he remembered something. And. Sir Ebraheim? Yes, Your Majesty. Could you escort them? With you there, theres no need for multiple royal guards. Ebraheim, confidant of Vainsturlean and the Grand Swordmaster, was an unexpected choice by Reinhardt. Especially since the duke had just openly shown hostility, and Ebraheim was not his ally, meaning he could turn into an enemy at any moment. I will heed the Emperorsmand. After alternating his gaze between Reinhardt and Jinhyuk, Ebraheim finally nodded. During the short break that ensued. Jinhyuk was assigned the same room he had stayed in before. Finally, a ce with a proper fluffy bed and a warm meal. Teresa and Cheon Yuseong, along with Pesis, were in the room opposite, so he could meet themter. Haa. Finally some rest. Ill take a quick nap. Elise immediately buried herself in the bed. That girl, not even bothering to wash up before sleeping. Ah! Sister. Me too. I want to sleep with you. Alright,e here. Andria snuggled next to Elise. Fluffy! Sweet Potato also rolled around on the bed, seemingly enjoying the softness of the mattress as it purred contentedly. Master, I will keep an eye on this Ebraheim. Even if hes a double agent, there are too many doubts to be at ease. After wrapping things up with Namgung Chun and then with Andria and Wolyoung, the room suddenly felt like a crowded market. It was all good, but kindly move to another room. With so many rooms to choose from, why did everyone have to crowd into this one? Huff. A deep sigh escaped Jinhyuks lips. But with the noisy ones quiet for the moment, he could now examine the items obtained from Antrad. Jinhyuk spread out four items from his spacial inventory. Nine Tails Orb. Sword of Scorching mes. A Culinary Book of 1009 Dishes for Gluttons. Waters of Oblivion. Each was a superior-grade artifact, emanating extraordinary power. The Culinary Book of 1009 Dishes for Gluttons would be handy when tackling the 15th floor which housed the Witch of Lamentation Now it was time to examine the Sword of Scorching mes. The warmth spread from his fingertips to the top of his head. [Sword of Scorching mes] Acquisition Difficulty: SS Attack Power: 13,500 Weight: 82kg Durability: 10,000/10,000 Special Effect: This beloved sword of the intermediate demon Antrades with a Fire Attribute, boosting its attack power by 10% for 1 minute when used with skills or abilities that share the attribute. Moreover, the wielders resistance to all me attacks increases by 50%. Jackpot. The attack power alone was tremendous, but what made it scandalously overpowered were the two options attached to it. It was optimized for both offense and defense, and the percentages were almost too good to believe. The only downside is its weight, but thats something I can handle. I can resolve it through Master Orun or even pawn it off to Rick for a hefty sum. Being, essentially, on Easy Street as far as wealth was concerned. Jinhyuk then picked up a translucent orb flickering with mes. [Nine Tails Orb] Acquisition Difficulty: SSS Function: Grants the ability to transform into the model Gumiho, or Nine-Tailed Fox, when possessed. The transformation primarily alters physical appearance and grants increased movement speed, along with additional skill enhancements. (Note: Ownership cannot be transferred and is restricted to females only.) Abilities optimized for speed. There was one perfect candidate for it. Andria. Can youe here for a moment? Yes? I have something for you. For me from Jinhyuk? Surprised, Andria quickly bounced out of bed, her eyes round with anticipation, like a squirrel spotting a sunflower seed after hibernation. Hold this with both hands. Alright! As soon as the orb made contact with Andrias hands, a bright light burst forth. Woong! [Suin transformationplete.] [The power of the Gumiho awakens!] Andrias figure began to shift slowly. Her ears pricked up and nine white tails fluttered gently in the air. She was the spitting image of a Gumiho from legends. Despite the sinister reputation they had. Wow Andria marveled joyfully, fascinated by the change. Beyond the physical transformation, the quality of the mana emanating from her had changed. If you control your mana, you can toggle the transformation state as needed. Really Thank you so much, Jinhyuk. To receive such a precious gift Youve been through a lot at my bidding, havent you? Think of it as a reward, so dont feel burdened. She was meant to feel burdened. And to remember the continued hardships she would have to endure. Securing this debt of gratitude meant she would make full use of her power and the Fifth Tier in the future. Good. Now that the orb was dealt with, only the hidden piece remained. Jinhyuk left a grateful Andria behind, then turned his attention to the unfamiliar liquid in his hands. [Gluttonous Eye has identified the target!] [Waters of Oblivion] Acquisition Difficulty: Indeterminate Function: Enables mass memory maniption targeting all yers across the world, as well as non-yers outside the tower. The duration of the altered memories depends on thepletion level of the Waters of Oblivion. (Current Completion: 7%) Incredible A single item capable of manipting the memories of every yer and non-yer worldwide. Hed never heard of such an item before. Immediately, dozens of potential uses for the item went through his mind. A treasure with limitless potential utility. None of the rewards Ive received this time are discardable. It was almost terrifying how much luck overflowed. As if even being hit by a meteor while walking outside would be too good for him. However, he didnt let his surging excitement show outwardly. The most important reward was yet toe. The Heavens Mandate Stone. A meeting with the higher deities was imminent. The Hidden ce of the Empire, The Emperors Tomb. It was the resting ce of the former emperors, heavily guarded by numerous barriers and magical protections. Jinhyuk gazed around the interior of the tomb with sentimental eyes. A tomb filled with colored holy relics was a treat for the eyes. Ive really made it big,ing here. In the past, even at his peak, he couldnt set foot in this ce. Hed failed to change the Emperors mind, and unlike his influence now in the struggle for superiority in the mid-floors, he had norades to break through the tough battlefields. After all, there was no one who would join me on such difficult challenges. But now, things were different. Though there was bickering, he had people he could trust and work with. Well not a bad feeling. Unlike the lonely path he once had to walk alone. Especially since I can grow beyond what I considered my limits in the past. At that thought, his heart began to beat with a pleasant rhythm. Thats when Hmm. Jinhyuks eyesnded on a beautifully crafted statue. A 2-meter tall marble statue modeled after an angel and interspersed with colorful jewels the Heavens Mandate Stone. Amazing item. The magic power is endless. Teresa swallowed nervously. Indeed, an interesting toy. Even Elises eyes had narrowed. Were lucky to witness such a rarity. Pesis and Cheon Yuseong simrly looked upon the Heavens Mandate Stone as if it were unbelievable. With the defeat of the three demons, I will give you three of these. But be mindful, the Heavens Mandate Stone is merely a medium tomunicate with the upper deities. To garner their interest, one must possess the qualities worthy of their attention. The chance to receive divine help was undoubtedly a huge merit. Yet, for the average person, the stones could be cursd relics that drew either mockery from the deities or, worse, their wrath. A curs, you say? Teresas expression darkened slightly at the mention of a curs. Even if the link to the deities was alluring, she didnt want a fate bound with a curse. Dont worry too much. If youre not worthy, you simply need to return the stone to the angel statue immediately. Thats a relief. Sighs of relief echoed quietly around. There are a total of 37 remaining Heavens Mandate Stones. As Jinhyuk counted the stones, he finally spoke. Reinhardts lips quivered ever so slightly, as if he had understood Jinhyuks mention of the number 37. That is correct. There are exactly 37 left. From past to present, there had been a total of 38 members of Reinhardts royal lineage. Yet, there were 37 stones remaining. This meant that only one of them had been recognized by the deities through the stones. Does this imply then that none of us are worthy to seed thete Emperor? The founding emperor Reinhardt I, an emperor who had ruled with overwhelming force and iron-fisted governance, a sovereign with absolute power that no one dared to challenge, had been chosen by the deities. He wielded their support to maintain peace across his empire until hisst breath. But that golden era was much too brief. After the first generation, there wasnt a single member of the imperial family suitable to maintain the imperial authority with the Mandate Stone. Was it your intent to give us these precious stones because we, who have vanquished the demons, might be recognized by the deities? Hehe. Sharp as always. That was indeed the reason. There had to be deep consideration behind your decision, but what will you do about the nobles? No doubt, it will stir those who question the imperial authority. The decision made by the Emperor a few hours ago essentially had given the nobility the pretext to wield actions. The underground factions were likely to start baring their fangs now. Imperial authority, huh Reinhardt slowly weighed the words. Years-old wrinkles crossed his face, reflecting the lonely memories of an emperor. More than such things, I value the people of my empire. He wanted to protect them. The empire his ancestors had established. The lives of the people who lived each day under the guise of peace. For that, he dedicated his life and believed there was no regret, even if he had to burn his own body to ashes. But alone, I am not enough. A puppet emperor. The duke Vainsturlean already held the core powers of taxation and national defense in his hands. A few loyalists remained, but they were too few to turn the tides. Day by day, the gap only grew more severe. Despair engulfed him, and he spent far too long in darkness, hopelessly living each day. As you feared, a widespread rebellion is indeed imminent. The truce with Murim was possible because talks with the nobility had concluded. You were aware He wasnt utterly ignorant, despite being figuratively blind and deaf. If he proceeded knowing this, then Reinhardt must have made some sort of firm resolution. When I first met you, I felt hope for the first time. Hope that it hadntpletely disappeared. And now, that vague expectation has turned into certainty. Please, save the empire. The emperor had lost everything. He was now requesting the salvation of everything. There was not a shred of pretense in his earnest voice. I As Jinhyuk was about to respond [All barriers are being deactivated!] [Defensive magics are being rendered ineffective!] [Intruders have entered the Emperors Tomb!] Red alert messages appeared one after another. Someone wasing. Into this tomb. Chapter 242: The Weight of the Name ‘Reinhardt’ (1) Chapter 242: The Weight of the Name Reinhardt (1) Chapter 242. The Weight of the Name Reinhardt (1) This is Jinhyuks gaze turned towards the entrance. He could sense multiple presences approaching. Kang Jinhyuk! Mr. Jinhyuk! Shrrg! nk! Chun Yuseong and Teresa drew their weapons each. Instinctively realizing that the ones approaching harbored no goodwill. Reinhardt bit his lip with a stern face. And shortly after. Thud. Along with the sound of footsteps, familiar faces appeared en masse. Duke Vainstern and the nobles who followed him, with Swordmasters of the Hundred Battles and court mages. All of them were influential figures who virtually controlled the empires power. Not to mention, their escorts were all formidable in their own rights. I heard that the throne is a lonely ce, but this is like beingpletely on a deserted ind. The falter of imperial authority that Reinhardt spoke of became palpable. Especially since, after failing to block the demonkin and being helplessly ravaged at the border, even more nobles joined the Duke Vainsterns side. And. That result was right before their eyes. It was truly tiring toe all this way. To disrupt the barrier and the magic circle, it took even mobilizing the court mages. A sneering smile appeared on Duke Vainsterns face. Why pretend it was hard? Shouldnt you be thankful instead? I would think entering this perfect sealed room makesmitting the act all the more simple. Huhu, dont be so sarcastic, please. Your weak and tired body, youll soon find eternal rest in the grave. A murderous statement about killing the emperor. Yet, no one present could stop Duke Vainstern frommitting the high treason right before their eyes. Seems like youve coveted the emperors seat quite avidly. If you think you can bear the weight of this crown, youre greatly mistaken. No, not at all. Even I wouldnt be able to swallow the empire whole right away. There are eyes from surrounding kingdoms; if I did that, the empire would be at the risk of being torn into pieces. Getting legitimacy requires time and procedures. When His Majesty passes away, instead of the smart and astute third prince, Ill push the stupid and profligate second prince. Of course, behind the scenes, it will be I who wields the real power. And as time passes, the third prince as well will quietly disappear. It would be perfect to make it seem like he fell off a horse during a hunt. Hmm. Hed nned it all very thoroughly. Hes the kind of viin there probably is, thought Jinhyuk to himself. But. Youll find your capabilitiescking. Jinhyuk shrugged his shoulders. What did you say? Your capacity is woefully inadequate to hold the throne. Thats what I mean. Im not worthy? Me, Duke Vainstern, the highest authority in the empire! Duke Vainsterns face flushed red as the veins in his neck stood out. Getting irritated means losing. This gentleman had already lost from the very start. Highest authority Pfft! A so-called highest power of the empire that clings to the martial world, and rather than doing anything himself, he boasts about ousting an old emperor and seizing the regency. Or, if you were really confident, why not climb to the emperors seat with real power? As it stands, youve only borrowed helping hands, and you cant do anything by yourself. Thats that is Duke Vainstern looked as if he had been hit by a hammer in the head. But, it onlysted a moment. I am the one who oversees all. None of this would be possible without me. Seems like youre born with a silver spoon in your mouth, fortunate enough to ride on your familys coattails. Being born with a silver spoon could indeed be considered a skill. But then, couldnt you have tried a little harder? You, you! Everyone boosts you as a hero and now, do you fancy yourself as one? What are you all doing? Cut off that wretched tongue right now! See, thats what Im talking about. If youre angry, you should step up yourself. Unable to even hold a sword, you simply order others around. Roughly speaking, even the old man beside you could probably just shoot a level one Fireball and youd cook into a crisp on the outside and tender inside, yet you strut around with arrogance that would even make a demon king stick his tongue out. Jinhyuks relentless verbal onught continued. Every word struck deeply. No wonder Chun Yuseong was pressing his temples, his expression seeming to say everything was messed up. And as expected, Duke Vainstern was foaming at the mouth. Yo-you! You are the name of our countrys great person. You should be thankful to bepared to Won Gyun at most. Who blustered in self-importance but met a miserable death. Kill him! Themand was given. And at the same time. Boom boom boom! The waiting mages all chanted in unison. The field of view was blinded by white light. Whoooo! Numerous magic circles spread out into the void. Then, a storm made of brilliant spells struck. They were all high-tier spells consisting only of 5th circle and above. However. [Lv10 Primeval me activates!] Red mes surged up. Boom boom boom! The spells shattered against the wall of fire. Impressive. Jinhyuk swallowed dryly as he observed his newly acquired skill. The power was iparable to that of the Element of Fire. Even the court mages in front of him had their eyes bulge as if they were about to pop out. This How can it be? To cast such high-tier magic instantly. Is that man a monster? They nned to settle it from a distance, knowing it was impossible to win in melee. Yet such a casual gesture easily nullified their prepared spells. Low-level circles just wont do. To make an impact, they need a higher-tier spear to break through that me barrier. [8th Circle multi-cast Lightning Spear manifests!] An 8th circle multi-cast. The lightning magic created by twenty mages revealed its might. Crackling! Exploding sparks could make ones eyes feel dizzy. A huge spear about four meters long vanished like lightning. Speed and weight. Both carried the essence of a lethal strike. Yet. Right before the spear could pierce Jinhyuk, a shield made of fire and ice was created before him. An borate pattern spread wide from the center of his body. Adding a barrier to it, the shields sturdiness rose to a level beyond the circles. Boom! An incredible shockwave spread, but not even a small crack formed on the shield. The result was the same as before. The strike was easily blocked. This too was blocked? Heh, heh. I poured all my magical power into it. I cant believe it. Is he a polymorphed dragon or something? The difference was clear. If it went on like this, it would be a waste of magic power. Then, it was at that moment. Dont be scared. We knew he was strong. Thats why we brought so many knights and mages, isnt it? Duke Vainstern slowly raised his right hand. With that, the knights aligned to his left and right moved simultaneously. Sir Ebrahim. You will take him on directly. With the support of the mages, you should be able to subdue him without much difficulty. With Duke Vainsternsmand, a twitch ran through Ebrahims body. Surely A grand swordmasterbined with high-circle mages could unleash an overwhelming force. It was known that thisbination alone could hunt dragons. Even if facing a high-leveled powerhouse, it would be hard to escape unscathed. Seems were destined to be enemies, after all. Jinhyuk retrieved Fang from the spatial inventory. Fighting Ebrahim meant he had to use all his strength. But. Ebrahim, seeing Fang, did not draw his sword. Instead, he asked the duke a question. Duke, do you remember? The question I asked you on the first day when I decided to join you. Why do you ask? Please. I must hear it before I fight. Touched by the sincerity of his request, Duke Vainstern recalled the past. You chose me for the future of the empire. For the future of the empire Yes, I surely said so. It was not a lie. Shrrg! Ebrahims sword was drawn. Its dazzling glow scattered across the tomb. However, the sword was not directed at Jinhyuk. In protect of Reinhardt, Ebrahim stood tall in front of him engulfing like a mountain. Thinking of betraying for now? Ive been deeply contemting. I thought the empire would walk the path of ruin due to the ipetence and passiveness of the current emperor. But. In this pressing moment, the actions shown by the emperor were different from what I had assumed. Of course, a part of that change was due to the influence of Kang Jinhyuk. The reason why the emperor came to his senses. The reason why Ebrahim, one of the ultimate forces, betrayed. It was all because of one person. Truly, you bring me no benefits whatsoever. Like a brain-eating bug unbearably irritating. Its not a crime to be charming enough to change peoples hearts, right? Besides, looks like the tables havepletely turned now, doesnt it? Even with the knights and mages, they couldnt stand against this group. The quantitative difference couldnt outweigh the immense qualitative gap between individuals. Above all, Chun Yuseong and Teresa held strongly on the nks, which was crucial. While surrounded by a group of knights, they didnt dare to break through those two defenses. Indeed, it seems we are at a disadvantage now. At least with the current state of affairs. Duke Vainstern nodded, seeming to acknowledge the situation. Yet, there wasnt a hint of him giving up. It wasnt over yet, he implied. It seems I must call you all into y as well. The martial world must be thanked for expecting this extent. With those words ending. Indeed, we shouldvee. Good thing we did. Another variable intervened. Those who had not stepped foot in the tomb until now responded to Duke Vainsterns summons. Thud. Thud. Apanied by the sound of footsteps, there were strong individuals who wouldnt be out of ce if called rankers from each guild. Among them, the most noticeable one was the woman at the front. Nice to meet you. Her healthy wheatishplexion and long ck hair reaching her waist were striking. Without need for introduction, one could infer the identity of the person. Gandhara Precisely, the leader of Gandhara, Nirasha. Tingle! Tingle! A sensation of pressure crawled over the skin. Just walking, but it seemed as if the air within the tomb was tightening. Indeed, this is the strength of Indias strongest. Having taken down Belmaryiel, it was no exaggeration. Not merely in strength or the quantity and quality of magic power Different. Something was indeed different. And there was only one way to know what it was. Jinhyuk activated Predatory Eyes. But. Throb! Gah! An intense pain spread from his eyes. [Predatory Eyes failed to perceive the target!] [The current target is under the protection of Mand(SSS).] A top-tier Mand. At this point, for Nirasha to possess it The deities of India are directly shielding her. Though limitations from the system are certain, if the identity of the deity is unknown, they have no chance of victory on this side. Even considering that Ebrahim had joined their ranks. Theres only one way left. To prate that, they too must prepare something of equal strength. Jinhyuks gaze subtly moved to the heavensndmarker behind them. The power of deities. With that in their possession, they could take down Nirasha precisely, the deity supporting her. While Jinhyuk was quickly deliberating, Nirasha smiled faintly. You have special eyes. Honestly, Im surprised. Its the first time I meet a yer whose eyes are superior to mine. I too wasnt expecting to meet a yer already being supported by deities. Is Indias criteria fairly generous for this? Or did you just sweet-talk the deity pretty well? If you understand that much, then you also should know that as a human, its impossible to oppose a god. Sorry, but Im not the type to favor the word give up. Jinhyuk slowly moved his hand, searching for a way to buy time. He never directly visited, but he remembered several secrets about this ce from the documents. The main cast teems to be gathered, so lets start this party. Jinhyuk subtly picked up the golden ring ced nearby. Even though Duke Vainstern had ceased all barriers and defensive magic, there were still traps of death left intact. Precisely Boom boom boom! [Traps for graverobbers activate!] Traps like these. Chapter 243: The Weight of the Name ‘Reinhardt’ (2) Chapter 243: The Weight of the Name Reinhardt (2) Chapter 243: The Weight of the Name Reinhardt (2) Kukukung! A thunderous noise shook the entire tomb, as if warning tomb robbers that divine punishment would befall them for their greed. Plumes of dust cascaded from the ceiling. Ahh, ahhhh! Its a trap! Everyone, take cover! Move back, to the rear! Bainsterns close retainers panicked and retreated. Puff-puff! Thwack! Crossbow bolts fired from between the walls. Magicians spewing blood from pierced bodies took theirst breaths. Gurgh! Cough Since the traps were designed to expertly dismantle shields, the damage was beyond imagination. Even the knights with superior physical abilities barely managed their survival. Thud! Whawhat? Please, save us. This time, the floor gave way, revealing pits bristling with spears below. Traps unfolding like a relentless storm. Indeed, leading the enemies into traps is just like you. Well done. Thanks to this, we have a moment to breathe. Jinhyuk patted Jinhyuks shoulder reassuringly as Cheon Yuseong looked relieved. With the Heavens Command Stone also secured amid the chaos, their main goal was considered aplished. Hmm. Grateful for the praise, but The activation range includes the entire tomb. What say that again? We all have to dodge them as well. Ah, to be precise, there is a secret passage at the end of the tomb leading outside; we just need to escort the emperor out through it. Youre insane! What kind of n is this, anyway? Come on, dont sweat it. Just dodge the trapsitll be fine after a few tries. Jinhyuk smoothly dodged an iing crossbow bolt with a slight tilt of his head. One bolt, then two, and another one. The bolts grazed by him, embedding themselves into the opposite wall. From the floor and ceiling, toxic darts and spears came out of sync, but Jinhyuk had already slipped out like an eel. The rebound force is high, so trying to knock them out of the way or twist their trajectory could be dangerous. Its best to just avoid them like this. After a few times, youll get used to it. Also, theres a 0.13-second gap before the rest of the traps activate. Just move quickly during thatpse. There were about 17 other traps, but once he got the patterns down, reaching the exit wouldnt be too difficult. Honestly, this was practically spoon-feeding themthe knowledge he baked his brain to memorize was given away for free; surely, there would be an outpouring of grateful responses. Damn it. Thats easy for you to say. Are you suggesting we can dodge all those fast-moving bolts? Because thats something only Jinhyuk can do. Cheon Yuseong gnashed his teeth and Theresa let out a small sigh. Tsk tsk. You didnt even consider whether that aged emperor could make such moves, did you? Even Elis scoffed with a look of pity. Looks like I chose the wrong side. I should apologize to the Duke now. Even Abraham felt despair over his choice. Hmm Is this really so difficult? It seemed like something one could do blindfolded with a bit of practice. He could understand why others would find it hard, though, especially the emperor. In that case Ill create a gap with a barrier spell then. You all form a formation and exit during that time. Pesis here will guide you, so it wont be that hard to get out. He nned to weaken the piercing force of the crossbow bolts with a defensive barrier, then escort the emperor out protected on all sides. With Pesis, who was optimized for finding paths, there, the risk would be minimized. What will you do then? I need to stay. Someone has to buy time until this incident is reported to the outside. The nobles in the imperial court might be unaware, but the rest of the kingdoms kings had to take this matter seriously. Of course, it was about their future, after all. And if he could spread this information to them He would forge a dagger capable ofpletely shattering Bainsterns conspiracy. Not a bad n. If we follow through with that method, we will be the ones to establish the grounds for justification. Abraham nodded in agreement. Damn. Being with you feels like Im always in the eye of a storm. Cheon Yuseong grumbled but didnt offer any counterargument. He too realized this was the only path. Take care of yourself, Jinhyuk. Dont worry too much on this end. I will see to it that we safely navigate through. Theresa and Pesis added their own reassurances. Thanks to you, I can dream once more. Hopefully, we shall meet above. Farewell. Finally, Reinhardt offered his thanks and respect. With those brief parting words Woong! Jinhyuk unfolded the barrier. Simultaneously, everyone kicked off towards the entrance and began running. Well, not everyone. There was one who stayed behind. Why arent you going? Elis stood still next to Jinhyuk, not making a move. Taking on those many alone seems hard for you. Losing my contractor here wasnt in my ns. Thats thoughtful, but arent you still recovering your magic power? You might be more of a burden than help. No need to worry. I can take care of the empires forces on my way. At least, I wont be dragging you down. In Eliss hand, there was suddenly a sword, the symbol of Reinhardt. Isnt that the sword of the first emperor? Not forbat, but for ceremony. Thus, the sword that had been a mere decorative piece in the tomb up to now. Yes, it is. Thats the weapon of the old guy himself. Elis swung the ceremonial sword lightly, as if reminiscing about the past. After the storm subsided, the endless series of traps left Bainstern and his nobles with massive casualties. Kuh Bainstern wiped the blood trickling down his forehead with the back of his hand. He hadnt anticipated such traps to be put into action. But it wasnt toote. Surely the other party was sweating to avoid the traps too. It was still possible to organize a pursuit team and cut their throats. And just as he thought that, someone appeared before Bainstern in the midst of his nning. It was the white-haired girl who had been closely following that humanJinhyuk. I thought you had run away. You were still here. I hate getting involved in troublesome matters more than death itself. Id rather be loungingfortably in bed, sipping whats what I truly wish. Your words contradict your actions. Then why havent you escaped? Because my contractor wished it so. What a trivial reason to die for. Well, if thats your choice, I hope youll have no regrets. Bainstern was about to give the order to his knights, but it was then. Before we begin, may I ask you just one thing? Hmm. A final question? Very well. Ill grant you that. Why do you humans talk so much about loyalty and honor, and yet try to betray the emperor? The question isnt worth answering. Loyalty is only due to those worthy of it. The emperor is not. How strange. Elis tilted her head at Bainsterns answer. What do you find strange? Your family has sworn for generations to protect the name Reinhardt, havent they? The first Reinhardt surely said that. Ha ha ha! What nonsense. How could you make up such things? Its true that the first emperor lived through the ages because of his breakthroughs, but not enough to face someone as young as you. Bainsternsughter filled the air, but Elis did not smile. It seems youre greatly mistaken Elis slowly began. The young child was that wielder of this sword. And I Im the very one who witnessed the swords first steps. Tersensio. Te Arpem. Upon the short incantation spoken by Elis The runes engraved on the sword responded. What followed was a flood of light emanating from the sword, shaping into the figure of a young man. Though only an illusion, not a true entity, that illusion possessed a presence far greater than any real being there. The pupils of the nobility quaked in shock. This cant be. That personis it possibly Without a doubtit was the visage of the great emperor who united the empire, or rather, Reinhardt I in his youth. We greet you, Your Imperial Majesty. The sword was a relic that contained the figure of the emperor himself. Among the elders, there were some who remembered Reinhardts formsages of the magic tower and swordmasters who transcended time. And then The shimmering figure viewed Elis and said, Its been a long time since Ive seen a friends face. Ha ha. If only this were during my lifetime. Its regrettable that I stand here as a mere echo of the past. A sad smile flickered across Reinhardts allusive presence. Just a fragment of a shattered ego that harbored that smile. Indeed. I feel the same. Reinhardt and Elis conversed in an unassuming, tranquil manner. Their exchange of pleasantries seemed all too ordinary, as if seen anywhere, but for the onlookers, that simple dialogue was shocking in every word. That girl truly knew the first emperor? Unbelievable Throughout the years, every vassal of the empire remembered the deeds of Reinhardt I, the Conquering King. Swordmasters and great wizards who received long life had met the emperor themselves. Even those who never met him learned of the great king through countless historical texts and teachings. -The first emperor is the empire itself. His will and intent take precedence over allws and rules. He turned impossibilities into reality and granted a stable life to the empires citizens who had lived in daily fear. The current peace and vast territory could hardly be called overstatements of Reinhardts achievements. And now, Elis ryed the truth to Reinhardts semnce. Reinhardts gaze turned to the nobles. The six-pointed star tower design represents the white tower, the symbol of the Magi house led by Terher. You belong to the Magi house, dont you? Ye-yes. Terher was my father. I, too, had an audience with His Majesty as a child. Responding to Reinhardts query, an elder in robes bowed. Then you must remember. The white tower swore. They swore to protect the empire and my bloodline. His voice carried a solemn weight. But rather than rebuke, a thickyer of regrety within that tone. Perhaps he reminisced about the era when the empire was founded, longing for the loyal retainers who had offered their lives in dedication. The head of the white tower was silent, expression hard with no words to return. Reinhardts gaze fell upon another man. The red cavalry is the symbol of the Tryan house. When the beacons rise, signaling invasion, your houses g shall be the first to appear on the ins leading to the capital city. Was I mistaken? First to battle andst to retreat. That was the conviction of the Tryan house, the empires spear. Indeed. Reinhardts presence continued, prompting responses from the targeted nobles who were steeped in silence. I admit, my descendant is ipetent. Its also true that your houses may suffer as a result. Nevertheless. Despite that. You and your ancestors swore. Even if the empire crumbled and everything turned to dust, you would stand by me and my descendants until the veryst. Such is their fate. And, if that is to be their fate, theyll ept it with a smile. The first house masters swore. Knowing full well it was their way to repay the emperors grace. Remember that oath. Reinhardt issued the finalmand. A profound silence lingered in the tomb. The nobles and their guiding knights couldnt raise their swords or shields. Magic users halted their chants and closed their mouths. What is this? What are you doing? Do not be swayed by the words of a dead spirit. Raise your swords. Unleash your magic and wipe out those pests! But even amid Bainsterns bellowingmands, not a soul stirred. The atmosphere was turning. Desperation crept over Bainsterns features. Nirasha! He couldnt dy any longer. He had to overturn this situation at any cost. Otherwise, hed be the one to die a traitor. And then. This incident has brought many unexpected variables. But now that itse to this, theres no other choice. [The Goddess of Destruction smiles at you.] A terrifying storm surged forth. Divine power began to manifest through Nirashas body. At that moment. Sorry, but Im not the only one who can reach divine levels. Jinhyuk also infused magic into the purple gem. [Heavens Command Stone responds.] At some distant towers top, invisible from here. Someone responded to Jinhyuks call. Chapter 244: Upper Godhood (1) Chapter 244: Upper Godhood (1) A pir of red light descended from the sky. [The limited ability Soul and Body as One () is activated!] Kukukuku! A dark and heavy energy surged through Nirashas body. The god of destruction Shiva. He is one of the most powerful deities in the Indian pantheon, and his attack power is undoubtedly unmatched. Huhu Shivers ran down Nirashas body as she felt the overflowing power. Though it was only a tiny fraction of Shivas power The pressure was unbearable for both the yers and the residents. Dont forget. Count. From now on, 10% of all profits made by the Empire go to our Gandhara Guild. And you must keep that promise. But of course. If this matter is resolved smoothly, that shouldnt be an issue. Ill make sure to take care of it personally. Ill also clearly convey your contributions to the Martial World. Vainschtern hurriedly nodded in agreement. When everyone was about to turn their back on the situation, the only ones they could rely on were Nirasha and the rankers of Gandhara Guild she led. If thats what you say Nirasha walked forward with a slight smile. Thud Crack! With each step, the ground crumbled beneath her. Ive really heard an earful about you. Thats why I really wanted to meet you. For the past year, the name Kang Jinhyuk was stered across media,munities, VTubers, and the Hall of Fame. It was inevitable. His numerous aplishments and dazzling achievements had been unrivaled among yers. Thats why it was frustrating. Even she was powerful. Even she possessed talent that no one else could match. Why then did all the spotlight belong to that man alone? It was simply maddening. However, thats as far as you go. We alone are enough to climb the tower. The corner of Nirashas lips lifted. She knew the insurmountable difference between a yer endowed with the power of a god and one without. And she knew that no other yer couldmunicate as freely with a deity as she could. Nirasha was convinced of her victory. But at that very moment. A gentle breeze whisked through the tombs interior. [An upper entity responds to your call!] Amid the slowed time and monochrome space. Someone appeared before Jinhyuk. A handsome man with deep silver hair and golden eyes. Ho? Interest and curiosity oozed from his expression, though only for an instant. You dont seem too impressed by my magic. The man tilted his head, seemingly surprised as he gazed at Jinhyuk. Youre supposed toe. After all, there is only one deity who would be friendly toward me and willing to lend their power. Ho? From what I know, you were closer to the Egyptian guys. Well, Ive gotten somewhat acquainted with them, but not enough to call it close. Horus or Osiris, maybe, but given Anubiss twisted nature, there was no chance he would lend his power. However. There was a deity who demanded that Cheon Yuseong dress in a maid uniform. It might seem like a joke, but a god who could interfere with the system had to have struggled to reveal their existence. That generosity Well, one could interpret it that way. I am indeed interested in you. A positive response. Most deities quickly lose interest or break their promises. But this one seemed genuinely willing to keep the conversation going. Look, Im in a bit of a bind. I could use your help just this once. Shiva the vessel holding his power. Indeed, its too much for a yer to handle. Of course, if I stepped in, it would be manageable. Are you saying youll help? No. The man shook his head. You talk as if you know me well, but all youve said is sheer guesswork. Testing the waters with fragmented information is a chatans game. If you seek my help, speak my true name (). Then I shall assist you. Of course. This is how it goes. If the yer cant guess correctly by chance, they are deemed unworthy of help. By acquiring The Jar that Eats Filth, one of the infernal relics from the psychiatric ward, a connection to you was formed. Technically more of a mirror that allows the other side to peek in, but nevertheless, it had provided the chance to call them here through the Heavenly Command Stone. The deity called The Rotting Heart asked to be his ck Apostle and fight alongside him. After a failed curse and increased interest from that failure, the demon king Belial. That is your True Name. Jinhyuk spoke slowly. As he did, a satisfied smile spread across the yful mans lips. Splendid. You truly are the yer Ive been eyeing. Belials form began to fade. Simultaneously. The constraints of time and space began to lift. Nirasha, who had been confidently advancing, suddenly hesitated. An icy, sticky aura spread along her spine to her bone marrow. Just now Something had changed. It cant be Nirashas voice trembled thinly. It was unthinkable. The capricious and arrogant deities responding just because they were called through the Heavenly Command Stone? Even she, rooted in Indian tradition, had to put in immense effort and time to receive the blessing of an Indian deity. And this was aplished so easily? It was an unbelievable tale. But no matter how much she denied it, reality remained unchanged. A monster of a guy. He is not just talented, hes on another level. Nirasha stood still, her face tense with anxiety. A yer like Lady Nirasha exists? No, even Lady Nirasha couldnt gain the eptance of a god with one try. How can such a being exist? I cant believe it. The yers of the Gandhara Guild also forgot to breathe. The nobles and knights of the Empire were equally flustered. In all my life I never thought Id see the Heavenly Command Stone respond. Hes deserving of the First Emperors recognition. Truly I am in awe. We almost made an enemy of such a person. Admiration turned to awe, and that feeling soon led to mere spectating. It was only natural. Humans could only watch in the face of the absurd. And then. Kukukuku! [The limited ability Soul and Body as One () is activated again!] Another beam of light descended from the sky. An energy even denser and darker than Nirashas began to infiltrate the space. Whats the matter? You stepped forward with confidence, and now you suddenly tuck your tail? Who whos tucking their tail? Even the god youve summoned is far inferior to my god. Nirasha pulled out her trademark vajra () from her attire. Golden clouds slowly expanded around it. Simultaneously. Patsats! Jinhyuk also unveiled an ability befitting the demon kings favor. With ws that Obscure the Moon, ck ws materialized along Jinhyuks hands. Dangerous ws resembling those of a beast appeared. An extended battle will be strenuous for both parties. Considering it was a proxy war between upper gods, they were bound by system constraints. A few exchanges at most would be the limit. Then -Pour all effort into each and every move. -Strike down with one decisive blow. The two thoughts merged into one. What followed was a collision that transcended human limits. Kwakwakwakwakwakwa! An immense shockwave erupted as the vajra and ws crossed. Stone bs on the floor reversed, and pirs supporting the ceiling snapped like straws. Put up the shield! Take cover! Those watching from afar frantically tried to raise their shields, but even the shockwave was overwhelming. It was a relief that barriers inside the tomb were still intact, or else everyone present might have been buried inside. This is not a human battle. Move further away. If caught, not even bones will be left. A shock like this from a 7th circle shield. Its like being hit directly by a high-circle spell. Moans echoed everywhere. The fact that merely watching could be life-threatening was inconceivable. But luckily Lucky? We nearly died, how is that lucky? Compared to the storm those involved are in we might as well be in heaven. If this was the case here, what was the situation like inside? Everyones eyes focused in one direction. Amidst the billowing smoke. The two monsters were still moving ferociously, each trying to im the others life. Thats true. That makes sense. It does make sense. Crack! ck ws brushed past the vajra and stretched towards Nirasha. But just before they could dig into soft flesh, Woowoowoo! A golden barrier spread around Nirashas body. A Mand, and a top-rank unique ability at that. Kuk! Jinhyuk swiftly changed course. Getting caught would be dangerous. Against Nirasha alone, maybe, but not in her Soul and Body as One enhanced state. [Quit scurrying around ande at me properly. How will The Thunder of Blue Neck live up to its name otherwise?] Belial sneered. [How dare you, the filthy stench of the demon world stinging my nose! Its you, Belial! Calling me names like that! My epithet is The Thunder of the Blue Neck!] [Yeah, right, as if you dont smash everything you see. Its probably just the color of your philtrum thats blue.] [What? How dare you, with such vulgarity! I should have wiped out all of your demon kind in the war a thousand years ago.] [Should have done that then, right? And really, even if I drank a ton of alcohol the night before, I would still beat you guys, wouldnt I?] Belial rapidly fired back his words. Although he mightck power, he was unequivocally taking the upper hand in the verbal sparring. This guy too seemed to be a quite formidable demon king. Watching from the Jar that Eats Filth, he seemed to have changed somewhat. But the words he spoke now were not just senseless jokes. They were provocations to disrupt his adversarys focus. [Regrettably, with our current connection, I cannot shatter that divine power.] I know. He was aware of that from the start. Yet he had chosen to confront Nirasha and Shiva because he was confident he could surpass that. Just watch. What it means to bear witness to the peak of the tower. [The third privilege for the first conqueror of the tower is now unlocked!] Having already gained Lineharts full trust, he had received two rewards. The first was the ability to copy one of Lineharts skills, Diplomacy. And the second was The third privilege for the first conqueror of the tower. I checked what it was before the fight started. The only thing left to do now was wait. To gauge each others abilities in the ongoing battle. And wait for the moment when they would presumptuously draw a line at each others limits. [Do you wish to unlock it?] A status window appeared. Yes. Jinhyuk nodded. Chapter 245: The Upper Deity (2) Chapter 245: The Upper Deity (2) [Would you like to open the Sanctuary Library of the deities?] A single sentence. It was the first time Jinhyuk saw the third privilege for the one who had conquered the tower. His heart was pounding so hard that he had to put all his effort into calming it down. And there was a reason why he couldnt help it. While the privileges he had received so far could certainly be described as overpowered, this one exceeded them on a whole new level. Yes. Jinhyuk nodded his head. [The third privilege has been disclosed.] [Unique Sanctuary Chant (}) C Degradation (ӻ).] -You can reproduce the degraded version of the unique sanctuary chants held by superior beings. However, it can only be activated while you are sharing mana with a superior being. (The duration of the copied degraded chant varies with proficiency, and a unique sanctuary chant once used cannot be used again through the third privilege.)] The Sword of Conviction that the true form of Sweet Potato had demonstrated when manifested. The Sanctuary Library felt like a lower version of universal sharing, but the activation conditions were actually simpler. It worked simply by sharing mana, without the need for maintaining a deep bond. Its a shame that it can only be used once, but as an instant ability, its the best. Jinhyuk immediately gathered all his mana. Kukukuku! His already thick ws started to darken even further. [The decaying heart, Berials Unique Sanctuary Chant (}) is being reproduced.] A bizarrely shaped spear appeared between the ws. An absolute judgmental nightmare that cant be blocked by any sturdy armor or thick shield. The ck spear Kishan, the unique sanctuary chant of none other than Berial. The air changed abruptly. The deities were the first to sense the anomaly. [That ability!?] Shivas voice echoed lowly. There was no way they couldnt know. How could they not remember? Merely a thousand years ago, during the great war among the deities, the power that the Demon King Berial possessed. The ck spear Kishan, known to be the most heinous among demonces. Though the power it radiated was a fraction of what it once was, the mere fact that this ability was being reproduced in the hands of a yer was shocking enough. [You what exactly] Even Berial could not hide his astonishment. The gaze that carried fear beyond curiosity was now reaching the back of Jinhyuks neck. However, there was no time to entertain the reaction of these two. Ududuk! Kwaduduk! The de of Kishan was already starting to crack. It was copsing. Even the degraded version contained too mighty a mana. Theres only one chance. Jinhyuk gripped the spear as if it might break. At this rate, it wouldnt be easy to maintain Kishan for even 30 seconds. That moment. Patztsu The airpressed, an illusion-like feeling forming. The shoulder pulled back sharply and manapressed. The suffocating silence was by no means an illusion. The extreme concentration of ck energy along the tip of the spear brought forth ancient runic barriers. Runes meaning eleration, Maintain, and Prate began to appear. Guk! Nirasha reconstructed the golden shield through her mand that she had produced moments before. Almost simultaneously, at a moment as good as any. Kwang! With Kishan half-broken, Jinhyuk threw the spear. A weightlessness that betrayed its mass. Yet what was more astonishing than its speed was the spears ability. [The mand wont work! We have to dodge!] Shiva yelled, but by then, the spear had already broken through the outer wall of the mand and drilled inside. How, how is this possible!? Nirasha hastily increased her mana to its peak. Kwakwakwakwa! Oneyer, twoyers, and then three. Complex forms and divine powers oveid on incantations were all shattered. Finally reaching thest barrier, the core of the mand, considered the most solid. Dangerous. At that moment of realization, Nirasha released her unique ability. [A Thousand Years of Protection Supreme Mand (O_) blooms!] Twelve petals reminiscent of lotus flowers scattered. The fully bloomed Supreme Mand resisted the spreading darkness, emitting a golden radiance. Kukukuku! An unimaginable sh of mana and mana. The entire tomb vibrated violently. Nirashas legs, failing to withstand the weight, began to sink below the ground. This trifle Only this much! Nirasha clenched her teeth. She was the granddaughter from Indiasrgest conglomerate. It was herself who had monopolized the information about the Tower of Trials, thanks to her enormous capital. On the day the Tower of Trials appeared, it was herself who hogged all the replicas permeated with mana leaking from the tower. There cant be anyone stronger than me. She was certain that she had garnered the favor of the deities and obtained both the best route and the supreme power. But. Im being pushed back. Pakag! Kwaduduk! The lotus shattered. The spear, though visibly copsing, was breaking down the mand at a much faster rate. [Absolute Judgment Breath of Corruption is eroding the target.] The lotus was tinged with the de. The struggle between the piercing spear and the warding shield. The oue had just been decided in this very instant. Thwack! The half-shattered spear pierced through Nirashas abdomen. Along with a chilling sound of flesh being pierced, a clump of blood spurted out. Keuk Nirashas body bent like the letter ?. No It seemed that way until the figure of Nirasha, prated by the spear, blurred and disappeared. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. Not bad. You managed to synchronize the Vajra Ground and the Supreme Mand to reach that realm. To be able to manifest the mental world through the mand was unexpected. Indeed, behaving like a yer that India was fully backing. Of course. Given its power to warp space to this extent, the aftermath was bound to be severe. Huk Huk. Huk. Nirasha gasped for breath a few meters away, her face streaming with cold sweat, distorted with anger and humiliation. To think that the Supreme Mand, considered the strongest shield, wouldnt evenst a few seconds. A look so bbergasted, as if she never dreamed she could lose. [Youve surpassed the limits of humanity Berial, how did you manage to obtain such a monster?] [Not even I expected him to be such a monsterahem. Did you see that? This is the level of a yer backed by the demon realm. This guy is particrly dear to me.] Astonished exmations of disbelief escaped the lips of the deities. The fact that Kimchi was presumptuously indulging in it by itself was already infuriating, but right now, what mattered was finishing the fight. Do you look like youre having a hard time, how about it? Will you continue? There was a high probability of self-destruction if she continued to force mana throughout her body, which was already under strain. In martial arts, itsmonly called demonical obsession. Ack of reason, spewing blood from the seven orifices, was definitely not a pleasant sight. Nirasha knew this, and dared not make a further move. It appears Ive lost this fight to you. Nirasha admitted defeat with a click of her tongue. A wise decision. Im not keen on wasting energy on a decided fight either. His primary target was not Nirasha, and dealing with all the ranks of the Gandara Guild alone would be an overreach. Though he presented a rxed demeanor, using power beyond his limits was true for him as well. The situation turned strange and urgent, leaving Beinshuteln in panic. Ni, Nirasha! Youre giving up? What do you mean by that? We we had a deal, didnt we? Are you nning on giving that up? I really do want that item, but not as much as my life. Since, after all, another opportunity wille in the future. How can this Wait. Just wait a moment. Beinshuteln reached out desperately, but Nirasha had already made up her mind. Weve lost today. Honestly, I did not expect to lose so cleanly. As for the empire, I have no choice but to let it unfold as you wish. Nirasha surrendered. With that The battle within the tomb came to an end. At least, for the moment. The rebellion instigated by the nobles was quelled in just one day. The speech of the first Reinhardt threw a big question at the greedy nobles, and most lost their will to fight from the shame they felt. An event that concluded swiftly. Reinhardt III pardoned most of the nobles, bearing partial responsibility for the rebellion, deciding that the empires prosperity and the well-being of its people were more important than anger and injury, just as the first had spoken. Undoubtedly, not everyone benefited from such mercy. You, you scum Do you know who I am? Let me go. Let go, I tell you! I am Duke Beinshuteln of the empire. Aaaah! Please, I beg you to save me! We just did as he told us. So please, I beg of you! Correct. It was all organized by the duke that damned traitor. You, what was that? What what was that? Werent you the one who instigated the assassination of His Majesty with your forked tongue? Beinshuteln, being the principal culprit of the rebellion, and the high nobility wriggled like worms, their bound bodies. They desperately tried to save their own lives while ming each other. But they were not facing an executioner who would listen to such excuses. A rough hand shoved a fat noble onto the block. ng! No Druruk Kwang! Not like thiiiisss! As the guillotines fell in session, the pleas for life gradually faded away. As the wounds from the rebellion began to mend, Reinhardt hosted a grand party in the name of solidarity andfort. All expenses for the party were covered by the seized finances of the Beinshuteln dukedom. Countless nobles dazzled in the grand banquet hall. Ha ha ha. Ho ho ho. Laughter and chatter filled the interior. Right then. Cough! Hem! Its a great honor to introduce the heroes who saved the empire to our esteemed guests! With the clearing of the butlers throat. A door on the second floor swung open. Miss Elis fon Ataraxia! Miss Teresa de Lorencia! Miss Andria! Following the butlers introduction, three women began descending the stairs into the hall. At that moment, everyone in the banquet hall held their breath. Nerves worn thin by endless parties and social gatherings. Nothingmon could satisfy their refined tastes. After all, the heroes were just invited guests for a while. Werent they outsiders from beyond the tower or dwellers of the lower floors? It was unthinkable that they could have the grace or poise of the nobility. Thus, they were convinced of their superior standing in society, if not in battle. Yet. Their arrogant self-assurance shattered into smithereens right at that moment. Gasp!? Those outsiders from beyond the tower seem even more noble than our noble daughters. So beautiful Dresses and essories of different concepts. Yet attire that so perfectly suited each of them elicited awe from all who saw. It was as if three goddesses had graced the party with a visit, each stepping so dignified into high society. Following them we have Jinhyuk Kang and Yuseong Cheon entering! The subsequent entrance of Jinhyuk and Yuseong created another spectacle. Phew. I really dont like this kind of thing; it feels stuffy. You seem surprisingly at ease. Did you use to attend parties like this often with the med students? Maintain some dignity in a formal setting. Even you look passable if you keep your mouth shut. Is that apliment? It means youre not bad-looking. Yuseongs naturally impable appearance meant any attire would be overshadowed, but even Jinhyuk caught everyones attention in his carefully tailored outfit. My goodness How can it be Oh my, just looking at them is a pleasure to the eyes. Ho ho. The noble daughters nced at the two men. A neat back-swept hairdo and an elegant ck suit. An attire of harmony and bnce left little else to say but perfection. The spotlight remained on them for a good while before they could finally catch a break, a few tens of minutester. Amidst the noisy party. Take this. Jinhyuk handed over a wine ss from the table. At the same time, he lowered his voice substantially. Now seems a good time to start getting into it. Dont react. Just listen in silence. Ive cast a barrier, but there could still be someone eavesdropping. What he had to say next must not reach the being above them. Especially considering that this entity was more troublesome than Shiva or Berial. Chapter 246: A Grand Banquet for Heroes Chapter 246: A Grand Banquet for Heroes Chapter 246. A Grand Banquet for Heroes What are you talking about? Cheon Yuseongs eyebrows furrowed in disbelief. The beings above surely referred to the entities almost akin to gods. He couldnt grasp the implication of needing to stay undetected by them. Do you remember Antrad, the mid-level demon? The one who turned the fortress into a mess with that skull mask, right? Exactly. That one. He was a pretty powerful demon, if I remember correctly. But what does this have to do with the guys upstairs? To summon that demon, you need to gather cursed relics. However, the relics they had werentplete enough to manifest Antrad. The location was also improper. Considering the poor conditions, an absurdly strong being had emerged And carried a considerable part of its original power. There was only one thing this could mean. Someone with transcendent power lent them a handis that what youre saying? Exactly. And this isnt something gods can do. They wont have such reasons either. Though demons revel in chaos, they dont typically meddle with the system to create havoc. In fact, anyone would feel the same. The loss would be far greater than any gain. The ones who aided the demons were administrators. And probably those closely connected to the higher echelons. Maybe even the highest ce of all. Jinhyuk looked up at the night sky reflected in the window The upperyers of the Tower, where absolute beings that observed all beneath the Tower resided. To think a high-level administrator is involved Cheon Yuseongs face tensed. The weight of these words was too grave, And he knew too well, the higher one climbed the Tower, the more perilous it would be. His blood felt cold running through his veins. So, what do we do from here? Well, for now, we should enjoy the day. What? Weve been fighting nonstop since we arrived in the middleyers. Even in the fortress, we never rested properly before the demons disrupted everything. Just realizing that someone is plotting against us from behind is enough. Speaking as if you have all the solutions up your sleeve. I have a few things in mind. Whether theyll work remains to be seen. You always have a ridiculous amount of confidence. The opposition was a high-level administrator, after all. A transcendental being in charge of all matters in the Tower, on par with gods. But what could this confidence be? Nevertheless I cant exin it, but being with you makes me think we can somehow escape even the worst situations. Pfft. For the first time, Cheon Yuseong smiled. It was a soft, warming smile. I make sure my people are well taken care of. So dont worry too much. Others I may not know, but my people, I will definitely protect. Alright. Enjoying the day doesnt sound too bad. The person before them had dealt with all the impossible situations up until now. This time, too, he would surely find a way through. After all, thats the yer Jinhyuk he knew. At that moment Ugh. Dealing with those nuisances almost killed me. Ellis approached with a fatigued look, apanied by Teresa and Andria. What happened? These weird guys were pestering me, asking to dance or to go for akeside stroll in the evening. Toasting to the twinkle in your eye someone had even dared to say. Ellis and Teresa recalled the dreadful moments with a long sigh. While busy talking with Cheon Yuseong, Jinhyuk didnt notice they had gone through tough times too. Hehe. Its just because you sisters are so beautiful. Andria giggled sweetly. Indeed, with Elis in a ck dress with silver hair, contrasted with Teresa in a white dress with golden hair, they stood out wherever they went. Not to mention, having Andria, resembling a sister to Elis around, it was no surprise they attracted such attention. But you made it through quite a crowd. Well, I managed to persuade them nicely with words. With words? Yes. With words. Hmm That seemed hard to believe. It was difficult to imagine her rejecting them politely with a friendly tone. Then, Andria whispered the truth into Jinhyuks ear. Elis did speak firmly, but precisely Teresa released her power. ! Could she have used corruption? Jinhyuk swallowed hard. Truly, if Teresa had turned to her darkened form, ordinary people wouldnt bear the pressure. Honestly, even I find her dark version a bit overwhelming. He imagined the sight of two noble queens dispersing a daunting presence and shivers crawled up his spine. A short whileter Oh! Youre all gathered here. I wanted to join you for a drink since I have been buried in work. Finding you, the guests of honor, in the most secluded spot was quite a task. With the arrival of Ebrahim and Feces, everyone gathered except Wolyeong, who remained hidden in the shadows. In a rxed atmosphere. Fine wine and delicious snacks enriched the conversation. After such a hectic period, this moment felt ever so sweet. As the mood warmed up, Ebrahim, tipsy from drinking, spoke to Jinhyuk. I sacrificed everything else for the great cause of the empires survival, thinking as long as the empires backbone stands, my sacrifices were justified. However, you achieved what I couldnt darepare with,pletely on your own. His words were tinged with Gratefulness, remorse, and self-contempt. And simultaneously Shing! His ceremonial rapier slid out of its sheath. I pay the empires unique tribute to one who has done us a great favor. He owed a lifetime debt of gratitude. The pride and self-esteem, worn away with years, were awakened through his actions. Jinhyuk was a hero and a benefactor of the empire. [Ebrahim activates Knights Conviction.] Warmth enveloped the banquet hall. Golden flower petals of qi fell gently from the ceiling. It was a stunning sight. But the real astonishment came from the silenced hall. The chatter, the musicians yeverything had stopped. The nobles bowed, paying their respects. The heads of the powerful mage tower and the red cavalry knights. The imperial guards and heads of many prestigious families. They all conveyed their thanks in their unique ways. Even Reinhardt on the central tform watched Jinhyuk with emotional eyes. [The Empire awards you the Title of Honor.] [The Fortress of Giants is upgraded to the status of Duchy, an independent domain granted by the Empire!] [Astonishing feats have been aplished.] [This event will be recorded in the Hall of Honor for an entire day.] The notifications followed one after another. A title of honor and a duchy They are giving a status. Caught off guard, more unexpected rewards kept pouring in. Reflecting on it, summoning the first Emperor Reinhardt proved to be a stroke of genius. His speech allowed the nobles to reflect on their mistakes. And seeing Elis made him smile unwittingly. Why are you smiling so unpleasantly? Elis narrowed her eyes. Oh, just Im proud. It seems the Ataraxia Manor wasnt obtain Chapter 247: Dragon-Slaying Sword ‘Valmung’ (1) Chapter 247: Dragon-ying Sword Valmung (1) Chapter 247. Dragon-ying Sword Valmung (1) Among the existing items, there is a hierarchy even in the sacred relics that are ssified at the very top. Its only natural. After all, a sword used by a nameless general with barely any record in history could not be considered in the same ss as the hammer of Thor, the great hero from the Norse myths. Thus, the Tower of Ordeals measured the grades of the sacred relics using seven colors: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet. And then there was Valmung, the Dragon-ying Sword, stored in the empires underground vaults. This greatsword had been assessed as an indigoa top-tier relic. It must be secured, whether it be for dealing with the Dragon Tribes. Or to stand against them. Naturally, there were several preliminary tasks that had to be taken care of for this. We will depart in 30 minutes. Jinhyuk activated the timer. 30 minutes That should be enough for me to prepare for the expedition. In that case, Ill see you in front of the tomb then. It was obvious they would encounter guards and royal guards on the way to the tomb. However, slipping past ordinary soldiers was all too easy for the two of them. Leaving the room in Pesis mansion, Jinhyuk headed to the terrace with a clear view of theke and the night scenery of the capital. The ce was deserted and, not to mention, perfect for enjoying the view. The deep silence of dawn. Theke, basking in stars and the moon, seemed to make one forget all worries and concerns. He always thought so, but the Tower of Ordeals was full of scenic spots. It was a good ce to immerse oneself in contemtion. And also optimized for having conversations without fear of being overheard. Come out, I know youre watching. Jinhyuk muttered into the thin air. Then. [Hmm. yers are not supposed to peer beyond barriers. How did you detect my presence?] Beriel had initiated the conversation. You wouldnt just help and disappear, given your nature. So I figured youd be stalking me from above, hiding with malignant intent. As expected, I was right. [I am encountering such a calm human for the first time. This is rather intriguing. How about it? How would you like to be my sword apostle? With your abilities, I could pour all I have into making you a perfect apostle. I can grant whatever else you might desire as well.] I thought I had already rejected that offer, dont you remember? I told you a tiger cannot stoop to be under a chihuahua. While he was grateful for the help, that did not mean he was willing to sell his soul. That said, he wasnt nning topletely turn her away either. It was quite beneficial to know a higher deity in several aspects. [Hmm. Still a prickly answer. You should consider carefully. The other demon lords dont have fond thoughts of you. They see you as a threat that needs to be eliminated quickly.] That made sense. Jinhyuk had anticipated that the demon lords and their kin were already grinding their teeth against him. Therefore As long as I maintain a good rtionship with you, I should be able to stand a chance against the other demon lords, right? [If you be my apostle, maybe. But why should I continue to help you who only takes advantages and then ignores me?] Because I know where the Crown of the Demon Realm is and how to obtain it. Thats why. Jinhyukid out his words withposure. Upon his statement, Beriels snide voice vanished as if it was a lie. Silence followed. It was only for a few seconds in real time, but it felt like eternity. [You what are you? How does a yer know about the existence of the Crown, one of the towers deepest secrets? Not to mention its location?] The emotion oozing from the voice was undeniably confusion. It had to be. The Crown was a sacred relic essential for challenging the peak of the tower, symbolizing dominion over the highest echelons. Not only the gods but also the demon lords and true ancestors were desperate to obtain it. But now a single yer knew about it? The im was too preposterous to be a joke. If not for Jinhyuk, it would have been considered worthless drivel not even worthy of gossip at a drinking table. Dont consider me as an ordinary yer. Havent you forgotten already? Im the one who reproduced your unique holy spear. Besides, knowing the existence of the Crown alone should make my offer worth serious consideration. The truth of the information wasnt important at the moment. Verifying it couldeter. What mattered was that this enticing bait was unknown to the other demon lords. If it turned out to be false, then the severe consequences would follow. But if it were true, then it would give a tremendous advantage in obtaining the Crown. Low risk, high return. There was no need for lengthy contemtion. [Ha-haha! How interesting! Very interesting! Thats how I like it. Well then, I shall y along with your rhythm.] Beriel burst into genuine, heartyughter. After the conversation with Beriel, Jinhyuk and Pesis once again visited the tomb where a fierce battle had taken ce. What are your intentions now? Please wait here for a moment. Jinhyuk slowly examined the crack on the floor. The shadows of the statues on both sides cunningly obscured the view, but Upon closer look, a hole the size of half a grain of rice was carved out. Is this the starting point? First one, Maybe the next one was on the left? Jinhyuk began to quickly scan the surroundings. In a few minutes, he found holes in the pirs, walls, and between the statues. There were six holes in total. [Lv10 Primeval me is activated.] When the me connected the holes in a straight line, a giant hexagram emerged. At the same time. Woo-woo-woong! Red characters began to appear on the surface. It was the imperial familys exclusivenguage, which only revealed itself at a precise temperature of heat. Pesis looked at Jinhyuk as if he was incredible. It was no wonder since he found the entrance to a passage unknown even to the imperial family. Pesis himself had read about the entrance in ancient documents, but even then, he didnt think he could open the door this quickly. However, finding the entrance alone isnt enough to descend below. You need the key Youre referring to a token to prove ones Reinhardt lineage. Blood or saliva etc. Only by proving Reinhardts bloodline could the entrance be opened. Correct Of course, I brought that with me. Jinhyuk took a golden chalice out of the spatial inventory. A few hours earlier, during the grand banquet, he had sneakily switched the chalice that the emperor had drunk from. When his intoxication was at the right level, he swapped it stealthily with the one Lord Cheonyoo Seong had, so even if the culprit were caught, the one guilty of the irreverence would be Cheonyoo Seong. Additionally, since he had instructed Wolyeong to make the switch, his alibi was also perfect. Perfect crimes arent impossible. It was just a matter of insufficient effort. It was a moment that shone from the time he had been obsessed with episodes of CSI in his youth. Whisk! Jinhyuk aligned the surface of the cup with the hole. At that very moment. Koo-koo-koo-kung! A low and heavy voice echoed throughout the tomb. The floor began to split apart like a game of Tetris, creating a spacerge enough for one person. [Hidden ce Where the Dragon Sleeps is now open.] Shall we go then? Jinhyuk smiled at Pesis, who wore a dumbfounded expression. A musty and damp smell tickled their noses. Due to a long period without human traffic, the interior was covered in cobwebs and dust. From now on, I need help from you, Pesis. The information in the documents only went as far as how to open the entrance. To get past the numerous traps inside, they needed the capabilities of the explorer Pesis. I will give it a try, but its the first time even for me to handle an expedition of such high-tier difficulty. Truly. Thanks to you, Jinhyuk-nim, Im experiencing all sorts of things. Is that apliment? Of course. My blood as an explorer is boiling with excitement. Hehe. [Pesis takes out the Lv16 Multi-Dimensional Map.] The excited Pesis pulled out a translucent map. The 3D shaped map, showing the entirety of the interior, indicated various traps in different colors. A me-shaped red model and a ck orb looked quite dangerous. A blue ice crystal shape was presumably rted to an ice attribute trap? From the side view, it was hard to glean how the traps were activated and how to avoid them. Its definitely difficult. No matter where we go, it doesnt look easy. Pesis scrutinized the map with a grave expression. Even Pesis, who had ventured through many forbidden ces, saying this meant the difficulty level of this ce was indeed off the charts. Well, thats probably why they kept the Valmung here. But isnt there a ce with the highest possibility? There is one ce, but Pesis voice trailed off. Is there a problem? Some traps require one person to traverse while another sacrifices themselves to the trap. Its designed so that dodging or blocking is practically impossible. We need a sacrificialmb, then. Yes Lets try heading there first. It seems like there might be a way to solve that issue. Encouraged by Jinhyuks words, Pesis flinched. Given Jinhyuks character shown in the past few days, it was quite possible that he might use her as a sacrifice. But she couldnt utter such words out loud. How long had they been following the twisted passageway when the air circting in the tunnel seemed to change? A cool sensation touched their skin, matching the location on the map where the ice crystal shape was indicated. Up to here is the limit of avoiding traps. Look here. Pesis picked up a small stone and tossed it forward. The arcing stone crossed a certain point in mid-air. Crackling! Fine streams of ice expelled from both sidespletely froze the stone. The speed of freezing was shocking, but even more so was the fact that the ice streams followed the trajectory of the stone. Wow, tracking magic and itsyered with both eleration and enhancement magic of at least 8th circle. Youve noticed, havent you? On top of that, if you try to block or avoid it using unique abilities and skills, theres an added effect that elerates the freezing process. In simple terms, its virtually impossible to pass through in a conventional manner. However, there was no need for concern. He was prepared for such a moment. Everyone,e out for a moment. Jinhyuk opened the spatial inventory and summoned several creatures. Tibone and the ancient soldiers appeared first. tter. tter. Their bones rattled back and forth. Master. What brings us here? Tibone raised the question mark. Oh nothing much. We need to break through a trap, and we need some bodies to take the hit. Excuse me? Youre undead after all. That is true, but Then you wont die. There couldnt be a more perfect sacrificialmb. Even if they were to freeze, they could slowly thaw outter and be revived as lively as ever. Ma, Master Even if thats the case, to pass through that with our bare bodies Eh? Tibones whining caused Jinhyuks eyebrows to invert. Had he been going easy on the disciplely? Orders should be followed promptly. Too much grumbling about this and that. This was turning into ack of a proper militarymandutter chaos. Pumpkin, havent you been teaching the kids properly? Jinhyuks gaze turned to Pumpkin who hade outter. Bugs? Therge pumpkin-colored pupils shimmered ever so slightly. Pumpkin, feeling unjustly scolded out of the blue, wore an expression of grievance. His heart hurt, but there was no helping it. Such affairs always go smoothly when you squeeze out the one at the top. A so-called downward hassle. Within the hierarchy trapped in the spatial inventory, Pumpkin was at the top. Bugs. Bugs! Pumpkin bit into Tibone fervently. Munch munch. Clear saliva flowed over the white bones. Yeek! Tibone iled, but there was no escape from Pumpkin. Would you prefer to be a bone treat, or shall we quickly rush forward? Ill go, Master. Im exceptionally resistant to the cold, really. tter. tter! Tibone and the ancient soldiers dashed forward to be the first to proceed. Chapter 248: Dragon Slayer Sword ‘Valmung’ (2) Chapter 248: Dragon yer Sword Valmung (2) I never thought an expedition would turn out like this. Phesis couldnt help but deny reality multiple times upon witnessing the horrific scene unfolding before her eyes. It was far removed from the thrilling adventure she had expected. Screams! Please, save me! Master, Ive been hit by a bone. A real bone! It had be almost routine to see Tibon and the ancient soldiers freeze whole or burst into mes. Bodies split in half were hastily mended with mana before being thrust back into the next trap. But the shock didnt end there. As higher-level traps that the undead couldnt handle appeared, Jinhyuk summoned new creatureselemental spirits of the five main elements that every Elemental Mage dreamed of contracting. OOh! Youve made contracts with the elemental spirits too? Phesiss voice rose an octave higher. The sight of elemental spirits of the five main elements gathered together was a rare one, hard toe across. Ah, these guys? Yes. I know beings like them rarely contract with humans, but seeing a yer whos contracted with all five is a first for me. Its rare to find someone among the residents with such high affinity. I told them theyd taste hell if they betrayed me not really. They opened their hearts when treated with genuine warmth and love. Right, guys? Jinhyuk shed a wry smile. As the creatures hesitated, his smile grew broader. Why thete reply? Am I wrong? Eu-eung. We think the master is the best in the world. I wish itd been longer since west met I kind of hoped it would have been much longer The elemental spirits shuddered thinly as if to demonstrate what a learned fear was. You see? Theyre all happy. I see. Lets continue, please guide us again. We need to hurry if we are to return before dawn. Humming to himself, Jinhyuk resumed his steps. More traps unveiled but thanks to Phesiss guidance and the summoned creatures efforts, they narrowly escaped. After several hours had passed Breaking through the treacherous path, they reached arge cavern, open to all sides. The vast abyss was so immense that it left the path aheadpletely obscured. However I can feel it. The magic of the Dragon yer Sword, that had made its mark in legends, reverberated through Jinhyuks entire being. Thump! Thump! Thump! His heart pounded rapidly. If he could just ovee this final step, hed finally obtain the new sword. mes erupted from about ten Primal Fires, scattering the shadows within therge cavern. The first thing to appear was a massive skeleton sprawling dozens of meters long. The demonic dragon Fafnir. The remains of the dragon that had met its end at the hands of Sigfried were visible. And amidst it, impaled in the ground despite the countless years, was a sword that had yet to lose its aura. Its been a while since Ist saw you. That was the Dragon yer Sword, Valmung. Jinhyuk yearned to rush straight to it, but the malice surrounding Fafnirs corpse was too ominous. Blind desire for the sword would likely turn him to bloody foam before he could even take a few steps. Weve finally made it here. Muttering with anticipation, Jinhyuk took in the sight of the sword. All the hardships of the past hours seemed to melt away instantly. The most difficult trap still awaits us but the summons are exhausted. Im not sure if we can manage. Phesiss gaze fell upon the creatures. Master dont let them know of my death tter. Tibon and the ancient soldiers rolled around on the ground, badly mangled. Some had their heads frozen solid while others mix-matched their limb bones. Indeed, it seemed like they had seen quite a bit of hardship. Maybe it was time to treat them to a calcium-rich milk bath or something. Master. I feel as if I can no longer move a finger. I was happy to meet you again after so long, but it seems to be the biggest mistake of my life. Cough. Cough. Everyone, quiet down. My head hurts. The elemental spirits of the five elements also copsed, moaning with difort. Mogiieei Even Potato, with its tongue hanging out to one side, seemed to have had a rather strenuous time. There was no other choice. Everyone, just take a breather. Jinhyuk poured out a plethora of ingredients from his spatial inventory. Only avable in the Tower of Trials were the Rainbow Shrimps, Quadruple Mushrooms, eggs of the great phoenix. Cheese from goats of the ck Mountain and so on. A spread of true delicaciesplemented with 3kg of magical stone powder would be the perfect restorative meal. [Lv4 Another Worlds Cuisine has been activated.] The cooking skill that even satisfied the pte of elves who lived on nothing but dew and fruit would be enough to gratify the tastes of the summoned creatures as well. One by one, a variety of steaming dishes started toe together. Fantastic visuals and scents were enough to make saliva dribble uncontrobly from everyones mouth. I never realized our master would prepare such delicacies for us. I thought you were just a ruthless ve driver who only cared about your own profits The exterior is rough, but the interior is warm-hearted. Hehe. Master, Ive always admired you the most. What are you talking about, a Fire Lizard like you. The master said Im the leader among the spirits! Everyone, get in line properly. Undine fluttered her tiny arms left and right. Master, I feel like my osteoporosis is being cured. tter. Even Tibon and the ancient soldiers were tantalized by the sight of ogre milk, boasted to have a 99% calcium concentration. Mogi! Unable to resist any longer, Potato grabbed thergest shrimp and took a huge bite. Good. If you were going to work them this hard, this was the way to do it. Using the whip alone could breed resentment or cause them to be twisted. And giving them only carrots could make themzy from being too full. The best training was a mix of both the whip and carrot. Just like now. And, after all, psychology says if you treat someone well ten times and badly once theyin, but if you treat them badly ten times and well once, theyre grateful. As everyone enjoyed a short but warm respite [Coin Exchange has been activated.] Jinhyuk alone reviewed the coin exchange. He needed six items in total. [Peshan Mountains Mist Tree C 35,000 coins] [Intermediate Purification Stone C 15,000 coins] [Whisper of Steel (material) C 150,000 coins] [Disintegration elerator (material) C 22,000 coins x3] [Golden Thread (150,000km) C 50,000 coins] [Melmothian Healers Ointment 500g C 15,000 coins] A total of 331,000 coins. Damn expensive. With his current coin bnce around 83,000 coins, he still needed about 250,000 more. Hopefully, the Hall of Fame video got enough views With trepidation, Jinhyuk logged into the Tower of Trialsmunity. [An Unknown yer Has Been Offered the Title of Duke from the Empire? (Feat. Magnificent Undergarment)] -Views: 30,563,225 -Poprity Rank: 1st Fortunately, the video in the Hall of Fame was receiving tremendous poprity. Considering that it hadnt even been six hours since release, the figures were astonishing. -Drunken Rudolph: lmao, how can a yer receive a noble title? Does that even make sense? -National Institute of Korean Language: Well, ament with all wrong spellings doesnt make sense either. -Blue Would Be Nice: Its impressive, actually. Not just any noble title but a dukedom, no less, which means autonomy from the empire! -choigh-lonk: Does any guild in the world have a domain like that right now? Including the 7 major guilds and other emerging forces. -Our Junglers Healing Nurse: None. Guilds have been scrambling to im domains recently, but most struggle just to fend off monsters and invasions. Most of the domains arent even that good. Two main topics consumed the guilds: to be chosen by the residents of the tower and to secure a domain in the upperyers to consolidate their position. Very few guilds had seeded in both, and those who had mostly obtained worthless rural domains. -Earth Defense Force Avengers: Obviously, you cantpare those scraps to the high-rollers like Highwater Corporation. Look at their members. -The Pride of Ronaldo, The Fouls of Ramos, The Fragility of Bale: Agreed. Its a dream team with Sword Saint and Holy Maiden among them, all top-notch talents. And Kang Jinhyuk is an exceptional outlier. -Cyber Recovery Vehicle: Theres a rumor that the Indra Gondara Guild recently got wrecked by the empire, opposed by Highwater Corporation. -Fanclub #1 of Highwater Corporation: Wow, impressive. But Unknown isnt seen in the video. Where did he go? -Kimchi Stir-fried Rice: Probably just showed a gesture of coboration initially then went off to handle his own affairs. Top-rankers are always busy. -Fresh Oxygen Wind: Maybe. Or maybe Unknown and Jinhyuk arentfortable in the same space. From thements pouring out, the current excitement was palpable. Haha over 30 million views. Jinhyuks grin flickered non-stop. This was a hit. With this, buying items wouldnt be a problem at all. No, if he could upload more diverse and sensational videos and secure solid subscribers, he could even aim for superior relics, not just material items. A thrill surged from deep within as he contemted such a future. But his joy was short-lived. With light footsteps, This is truly surprising. We went through all sorts of ordeals to find this entrance, but Id never imagined that simply following you would lead us straight to Valmung. A strange voice emerged from behind Jinhyuk. It was a skilled being whose presence he hadnt sensed at all, and who hadnt been caught by his magical detectionDa man with silver hair and red eyes. Vampire Precisely, a pureblood vampire like Ellis, no doubt. Mogiieei! Master! Master. Theres a foul, ominous scent. The summons expressed hostility. Having shed with vampires several times before, they instinctively rejected them. Interesting. Even after contracting with a traitor, you recognize me right away. Quite impressive for mere humans and summons. Spending all day hearing noble this and noble that naturally made it easier to recognize. It seemed vampires all adhered to this peculiarly arrogant manner of speech. Perhaps they received group elitist education from early childhood. Indeed. We are beings of a different caliber by birth. So which house do youe from? Another pureblood sent by the Decarous house? Half right, half wrong. Jinjo shook his head. Half right? What do you mean? I belong to the Decarous house, thats true, but no one sent me. I came here by my own volition. By his own volition? Jinhyuks pupils narrowed sharply. Let me introduce myself. Amm de Decarous. I am the master of the Decarous house. Chapter 249: The Head of the Decascus Family (1) Chapter 249: The Head of the Decascus Family (1) Among the colossal powers of the upper echelons, there are the Vampires. They are bolstered by the six great families, fortified by the pureblood lineage. And one among them was Amm de Decascus, the patriarch leading the Decascus family. It goes without saying The strongest. There can be no other existence more fitting for this descriptor. Zzzt! Zzzt! Magical power permeating through the skin. The cause of this oppressive aura likely being the authority umted over countless eons. For yers ustomed to middle-tier monsters, facing a being of such caliber was daunting, almost impossible to even look in the eye. In a one-on-one fight, my chances of winning wouldnt even be 3% Jinhyuk moistened his lower lip with his tongue. The fact that such a monster could arrive here was due to the numerous coins and holy relics invested to ovee the systems constraints. Or perhaps, even a price beyond that had been paid. It must mean hes determined to get his hands on the artifact no matter what. Through the Eyes of Gluttony, Jinhyuk appraised the target. [Amm de Decascus] Race: Vampire Age: ???? Level: ???? Strength ??? Agility ??? Stamina ??? Magical Power ??? Authority ??? Inherent Ability: Blood Explosion (Ѫ) Skills: Poison Lv???, Blood Coagtion Lv??, Red Moon Lv??, Blood Hound Lv??, ??? Lv??, Liquid Alchemy Lv??, Quadruple Shield Lv49 Traits: Among the six patriarchs, Amm possesses the most cruel and cold-hearted nature. He will achieve his desires by any means necessary, making him a cumbersome enemy if turned against you. Detailed Information: The Eyes of Gluttonys level was insufficient to view detailed information about the target. [Copy Condition] Amm takes great pride in possessing the purest blood. He believes any being that has drunk his blood will be a subservient kin under hismand. Free yourself from the mental domination of his kinship by drinking his blood. If possible, you will be able to copy one of his unique abilities or skills. Despite the extreme level gap preventing full data acquisition, he could still confirm certain vital details. Most notable were the conditions for copying. Predictably, yet another outrageous condition had emerged. Escape this monsters mental domination It was no different from being told to willingly ce a poisoned chalice to ones lips. The mental domination of a being on par with the gods of the upper echelons was not something bearable. Furthermore, since Amm unleashed his magical power, multiple presences began to be felt. Hehe. Are there only two warm-blooded humans present? Its disappointing. Just a few sips and there would be nothing but bone and skin left, right? Maliciousughter pierced through the eardrums. The Decascus kin had arrived. Even one would be problematic but they came full-force. Jinhyuk smothered the bitterugh within him. At least a dozen figures, selected among the purebloods just like the ones encountered on the 7th floor. Yet even with this bleak situation unfolding before him, Jinhyuk didnt lose hisposure. With eyes settling calmly, he was engrossed in calction. Youre remarkably unfazed upon hearing my true name. Thats because I already anticipated your arrival. Oh really? You knew we wereing? One of your minions stupidly nced this way during the citys weing procession. If you intended to spy, you should have sent someone smarter. What good is it to hide in a crowd if you cant conceal that malevolent gaze? What did you say! Provoked by Jinhyuks taunt, one of the kin red up, his handsome features contorting with shame. You chatter quite freely for someone so young. The taste of fresh blood will be perfect. That ones right arm is mine. Ill im the left leg. The remaining kin revealed their fangs in excitement. And then. Stop. Amm spoke. The surroundings instantly became quiet as death. A slight hint of displeasure caused the air to settle heavy as the deep sea. Breathable air turns dense, and veins constrict. Truly, it was a horrifying pressure, difficult to withstand. It appears our response was somewhat negligent. But now that youve realized it, what exactly do you n to do? Amms gaze swept from Jinhyuk to Phasis and the elemental spirits. They were certainly formidable by human standards, but not to the level of driving a patriarch, evaluated as the strongest among vampires, to madness. When his eyes rested upon the ancient beast, there was a brief flinch, but only brief. He knew that unless certain conditions were met, the ancient being could not manifest in its true form. Besides, even if that happened, a victory against Amm was anything but guaranteed. Nevertheless. Jinhyuk still wore a smile. It seems you havent understood. Knowing fully well that we werecking in strength, and that you woulde here, if I still dared to appear Think about it, using that brilliant mind of yours. You might not know since youre always in a dominant position. This is exactly the situation I desired. Jinhyuks lips curled upwards. At the same time. [The holy relic Bracelet of the Apostate is activated!] A heavy sense of unease spread through the area. This couldnt be! Amms expression crumbled. He had every reason to be rmed. The Bracelet of the Apostate was a relic previously in their possession. And now, it had been activated right among the vampires. The 11th-floor artifact known as Bracelet of the Apostate. One of the ursed relics used to summon a Demon King, it was kept by the vampires in hopes of securing cooperation with the mines. And indeed, the Bracelet was guarded by the Decascus family when it suddenly began to activate. Glug glug. ck smoke quickly filled the interior of the underground. Which idiot activated the relic! Amm roared, turning his head around. There he saw. Shiver shiver. I I didnt. It wasnt that I wanted to I had to. No, it happened without my knowing. Consumed by regret and fear, not knowing what to do, stood a vampire. Ophelia. The only vampire who had survived the confrontation with the Decascus hounds in the 7th floor. Every bit of information, including the vampires interest in the empire and that they sought the artifact, hade from her. I didnt need to brand her with the Soul Imprint, just nearly shattering her mind was enough. It allowed him to meticulously prepare a n. To devise the most effective way of securing the artifact. To even slightly increase the odds against the patriarch deemed the strongest among vampires. All of it. Those minute preparations were now bearing fruit. [By the acquirers will, ownership of the holy relic is forcefully transferred from Ophelia to Kang Jinhyuk.] [The relics effects bestow the attributes of apostasy and corruption.] [Please select a target. (Activation preparation time is approximately 10 minutes.)] The name Apostate wasnt just for show. The manner in which the relic ims ownership and its effects diverge from ordinary items. Just like now. Hiss hiss! Jinhyuk gazed with satisfaction at the skull bracelet that appeared on his wrist. He had already nned how to use the attribute effects. What remained was to endure until activation time. Then. Ophelia! You dare to betray me? You think you can choose humans over everything and survive? Amm mercilessly swung his ws. Intent on tearing the traitor to shreds in a single stroke. However, his ws didnt sh through flesh and blood. Crack! An ice sculpture in the shape of Ophelia shattered into pieces. A dummy crafted from cial magics. With the effects of an advanced five-star barrier, for a single deception, it served its purpose well. Switched when did you? When you turned your head for a moment. Normally, it would be impossible, but you showed a slight w in your magical power due to your agitation. Seems the bracelet and Ophelia were quite shocking, enough to create an opening even a patriarch could miss. With just that gap, you made your move? It was enough of an opening for me. No grand trick was needed. It wasnt his first time facing creatures of absolute caliber. I thought you were a mere pup, yet it seems you have some bite. Amms gaze towards Jinhyuk shifted. An acknowledgment of respect, if only just as an enemy. However, its a pity. Had you used that moment to attack me or eliminate my kin, your chances would have marginally improved. Why did you save Ophelia? With the Bracelet of the Apostate, her life or death shouldnt concern you. I cant just leave someone who provided vital information to die at your hands, even if shes an insider. What? Ophelia widened her eyes in shock, never having imagined that he would care so much for a former enemy. Is your heart burdened with needless sentiment? Very well. Take the traitor. After all, I intended to sweep them all away anyhow. Amm raised his right hand. It was a signal. Tap! The Decascus hounds began moving at that light, fleeting sound. Fast. The vampires closed the distance instantly, drawing weapons imbued with a bloody-red glow. If they did not respond, they would be annihted. That certainty struck a chord. Vermin! Gogumamanded the summonses. Got it. Okay! Grrrr! The elemental spirits and T-Bone sprang into action. Their coordination so practiced that it bespoke their training during the endless dungeon dives. [Undine & Sylphid cast Elemental Shield!] Water and wind converged, creating a pentagonal shield. Thump! Glop! ws and des were stopped in their tracks by the barrier. Damn it, the windits blinding my eyes! Argh! What is this? Damn it all! Cough! Choke! Although ws and des continuously struck the shield, they merely shed through water and wind in futile gestures. Before elemental magic, physical attacks were null. And in that moment of hesitation among the vampires. Now the ground split, and hands crafted from stone emerged, engulfing the vampires. [Gnome uses Land Fist!] With deafening roars, clouds of dust billowed. Yet the assault didnt stop there. Woosh! Kuku-kuku-kuku! Smanders mes and Gogumas breath fused together. The light of differing elements merged, drying the room to the point where lips would crack. As if preluding the cmity that was to unfold. You intend to use the Breath in such a cramped space? Are you serious? My summons arent known for their consideration. Jinhyuk cracked a smile. It was a measure of endurance now; to see whose body would hold out longest. And with that thought. Boom-boom-boom-boom-boom! A condensed ray of light sliced through the center of the tomb. Intense heat and a blinding sh whitened everyones vision. Chapter 250: Head of the Decasus family (2) Chapter 250: Head of the Decasus family (2) Chapter 250. Head of the Decasus family (2) Hsssssss! Clouds of steam billowed out. The barriers and shields guarding the tomb proved incapable of withstanding both the breath of the ancient species and the frightening power of the spirit water. Its truly impressive. Jinhyuk dusted off the dirt from his clothes. It was a good thing that the sweet potato wasnt in its adult version. Otherwise, the pce would have beenpletely buried underground. The walls were cracked and unsightly, and the ground was fully excavated, a testament to the absurdity of the previous attack. Mosquito Cough. Cough. Cant breathe Everybody be quiet. My head hurts. The sweet potato and the spirit waters were thankfully all safe. Neither Phesis nor the others were caught up in the previous attack. Its a relief that [Multi-Dimensional Map] found us a safe spot. We could have really died. I believed Phesis would find a safe area, and luckily, my prediction was correct. I appreciate the trust, but please let me know next time. My heart is frail Phesiss face turned pale as he clutched his chest. Finally, Ophelia looked up at Jinhyuk with an expression of iprehension. Why Why did you save me? He could have left her at any moment. There was no more value in using her, no point in wasting energy. However, at thest moment, Jinhyuk used the Demon Kings Treasure Manual to move Ophelia to the safe zone identified by Phesis. Theres no special reason. Jinhyuk shrugged, then pulled out the Twin Dragon Sword and the fang from his subspace inventory. Even if it involved threats or triggering traumas, it was I who made you bring the Traitorous Bracelet here and strike Amm in the back. Since youpleted your task splendidly, I at least owed you your life. Although the saying the owner of apany is its shareholders didnt necessarily apply to the Corpse of the Deepwater Corporation, the ideology of the Corpse of the Deepwater is to ensure the safety of its shareholders far more securely than any power. Ophelia looked at Jinhyuk in stunned silence. Indeed. The most effective strategy, across the ages and inside and outside of the tower, is to lend a hand when its most desperately needed. [Ophelias favorability has increased by +10.] Coupled with the Sympathy skill, it was possible to significantly boost her favorability. Given that a favorability score of 10 indicates genuine gratitude, it could be said that Ophelias heart had been firmly captured. Neat. A loyal ve was always wee. Especially if they willingly wore the ne. But dont be too rxed. The real fight hasnt even begun. The previous attack had caused considerable damage to the vampires, but it wasnt a fatal blow. At best, the momentum of the weaker ones had been slightly reduced, and some injuries sustained. The vampires with the title of ck Wing and Amm still demonstrated formidable magic power. True to that prediction. Thud. Amm emerged from the smoke. Despite having taken the breath head-on, he looked unscathed, apart from a bit of dust. How exactly do you be as tough as you? Should I be drinking a bowlful of dragons blood every morning? Jinhyuk clicked his tongue, obviously unimpressed. If anything, Im curious to know. What does one eat to be as reckless as you, firing off breaths in a ce like this? Waves and energy, thermodynamics despite appearances, Ive received a lot of praise for my damage calctions. It just felt like firing away would be survivable. Hmm. Continuing to spew nonsense, I see. Are all vampires from humanities? Or did I use too many hard words? Jinhyuk goaded him once more. In response, Amms lips twisted subtly. Realizing further words would only immerse him in the opponents tricks, he fell silent. Ive yet to meet anyone of worth who taunts so pathetically, but you, are you perhaps different? Boom! His hand moved faster than his words. Dodging the blood-colored nails by a hairs breadth was impossible. Red droplets scattered through the air. Youre bleeding. A cold voice prated his eardrums at that moment. [Amm activates his unique ability Blood Explosion!] Suddenly, the droplets seemed to swell rapidly. It was no illusion. This was dangerous. Instinctively, Jinhyuk widened the distance between them. Pop, pop, pop! Boom! An explosion erupted in mid-air. What the Jinhyuk weaved frantically from side to side. The chain of explosions was not only quick but also unimaginably powerful. One of those could easily disintegrate a man. This was serious. Twirling through the air like a flying squirrel, Jinhyuk increased the distance. Fleeing ismendable. Even amongst the ck Wings, when initially faced with this ability, they were half torn away. His words rang true. If it werent for his numerous experiences and his sharply honed reflexes, he would have been turned into meat chunks. Your skills are fast and powerful, but you are clumsy in using them, arent you? It seems rather avoidable. This lowly human! How dare you speak to our Lord that way! Enough. I will handle this one myself. The rest of you, take care of the others. Pay special attention to the ancient kind, just to be safe. Ah, understood, my Lord. The vampire kin bowed their heads. Boom! Explosions echoed sessively. Magic shed against magic, turning the inside into a battlefield reminiscent of war. Thibault and the ancient warriors assumed the role of tankers, forming the front line, with the spirit waters and sweet potato providing long-distance support from behind. The Decasus familys vampires, seasoned from endless battles, fiercely exploited any gaps in the formation. Yet. Even more intense than therge-scale group conflict was the duel between Jinhyuk and Amm. [Lv?? Dew of Heavenly Blood is active!] Blobs of blood began to fill the area around Jinhyuk. Considering the ability demonstrated moments earlier Die. Boom! The blood exploded simultaneously. The surroundings werepletely drenched in red. The sprayed droplets from the explosion became mediators for new explosions. The sessive sts were more than enough to overturn all visiblendscapes. But Huh? Jinhyuk was still alive amidst the chaos. Yin Shadow Killing Technique C a skill of shadow transfer. Though it was by a mere paper-thin margin, he managed to escape the blood explosion radius. Now it was his turn to counterattack. With lightning speed, Jinhyuk closed in behind Amm and thrust the Twin Dragon Sword forward. Plunge! But ! There was no sensation. It felt like stabbing into liquid. Even utilizing the holy artifact, the Twin Dragon Sword, with Sword Grave to unfold the sword energy, he still couldnt inflict damage? Ive told you. You are indeed exceptional, but I am of a different level. No matter how much you struggle, not a single drop of your blood will touch me. Vroom! The blood droplets flickered again. This time, they grew rapidly from a small pool of blood on the ground. Time-dyed attack? There was no sensation of magic, but in a sh, the droplets visibly expanded and then Boom! An explosion urred right beside his head. Stumbling Jinhyuk lost his bnce and copsed as the shock wave hit him. A ringing noise invaded his ears. But there was no time to regroup as Amms second attack followed, this time at close range. Crash! Amms nails stopped right in front of Jinhyuks eyes. Or precisely, Jinhyuk had grabbed Amms wrist. Interesting. Did you think you had a chance topete with strength? Amm chuckled disdainfully and poured more power into his arm. Nheless, the stalemate remained unbroken. The trembling nails still couldnt reach Jinhyuk. This was impossible with a normal arm. However, if that arm replicated the right arm of the Titan ns great hero, Tumgreave The storypletely changes. The arm of the Titan n too? Now thats something. You really know how to surprise me again and again. Its a bit early to be surprised The arm served only to augment strength. The real technique was yet another martial art executed through the enhanced arm. ck Heaven Demon Emperor Technique. A formless blow that transcends forms. Heaven Piercing Prating Force. Thump! The uncanny energy radiating from his palm shook the insides, quite literally. Ugh!? Amms brows furrowed in a sharp V. This was effective. He could distinctly feel a change in the tactile feedback. Of course, the cost paid fornding this single hit was steep. Jinhyuk looked at the massive wound along his shoulder. Was it a case of giving as good as one gets? In the midst of it all, the counter by Amm, who proved to be a monster, was no less impressive. Gush! Blood flowed like a fountain. Divine Stars Blessing was stopping the bleeding, but clearly an artery was hit. But still Finally, the goal was achieved. Youve shed a drop of blood, havent you? Jinhyuk eyed the droplet on his fingertip. Never thought a droplet of blood could feel so weeso crimson and swirling. Did you muster everything only to reap a single drop? Quite an achievement, isnt it? Just a drop True. In this state, its a ridiculous victory. But you know what? [The Traitors Bracelet activation time has been reached.] Why did I go to such lengths to secure the Traitors Bracelet? He could have ordered the vampires treasures and holy items to be brought to him, yet he specified this one because The Traitors Bracelet had a hidden special ability. When the blood of one who is restrained touches the gem of the bracelet The barriers youve ced around the corridor lose their power. [Treason and Desecration abilities are awakened.] The Corridor of the Corrupt. Deep within the pit incarcerating the kin of Ataraxia. Bright light glowed from Brahams Ring. Vroom! What appeared was a gate of red, the end of which couldnt be seen. Thud. A fully matured Ellis emerged from the fluctuating surface. Her appearance was the same as when she was first encountered in the corridor. The blindingly pale white silver hair and pitch-ck attire radiated an indescribable aura. The fury was unmistakable in her dignified gaze. Following her emergence, Belus and the other vampires began to reveal themselves one by one. You are! Amms pupils dted with shock. How could he not be startled? He never imagined a situation where the golden seal here would bepletely shattered. Amm of Decasus, do you remember me? Ellis spoke. This was a question. The first, and thest, posed to her adversary. How could I forget? One of the lords who sealed you into the pit was myself. Yes. Thats right. Thanks to you, weve been trapped in the abyss for far too long. Ellis closed her eyes as if reminiscing eons. Theyd forgotten the beauty of the moon and stars. The freshness of grass, the softness of the wind. Everything had been neglected in pursuit of freedom, which was far more desperately desired than life itself namely, honor. To reim the tarnished name of Ataraxia and their pride, even if that meant depending on the aid of a human. Ellis slowly opened her closed eyes. Her irises were soaked with a deep crimson, like blood had been infused within. My name is Ellis von Ataraxia. One of the absolute beings of the tower. The kind that every head of the household fearedthe strongest pureblood. If purity and beauty were found in blood, the word would have been created to describe Ellis. In the name of the householder of Ataraxia, I will ask you for the sins of the past. Magic was released. Chapter 251: Ataraxia, the Pureblood Empress (1) Chapter 251: Ataraxia, the Pureblood Empress (1) Was this what it felt like to bepletely overwhelmed? The crushing pressure was immense. So heavy that it was a struggle even to lift ones head. [Unique ability Blood Lord is activated!] The spreading red waves seemed to simultaneously herald the beginning and the end. Shortly after, in order to prevent the destruction of the surrounding facilities due to magical overload, a blood barrier waspleted. With this, I could wreak havoc without concern of harming the empire. The bracelet of a turncoat to think it held such power. Amm muttered in disbelief. He boasted that he knew more about the tower than anyone else, having presided over it for countless years. Of course, that was to be expected. The information gained through years and status was what truly defined knowledge. yers who had been in the tower barely a year could not hope to match his depth of understanding. But then He knows something I dont? How could that be? Losing in a battle of information? No matter how much I wanted to deny it, I couldnt ignore the sight of Ataraxias nsmen appearing before me. The harsh reality was undeniable. You who in the world are you? How do you know all this? Well, wouldnt you like to know? Stop speaking in riddles and answer my question! I understand youre curious, but arent there more pressing matters, like putting out the fire under your feet? Jinhyuk cast a nce behind him. There stood the queen, emanating a dire aura. The resentment that had umted over time was beyond words. The red spikes that appeared one after another over Elliss shoulder resembled harpoons, ready to beunched at any moment towards Decarsuss hounds. Do you really intend to fight me in earnest? Even you cant possibly hope to reverse such a vast difference in strength? Although the nsmen of Ataraxia joined the fray, their confinement over the long years left themcking in actualbat power. At best, only Velrus could match one of the ck Wings. Furthermore, Ellis, restricted by a contract with a yer, could not fully unleash the power of her heyday. Your tongue has grown too long, Amm. Have you forgotten already? Even when all five of you n leaders drew your des against me, I never sumbed. Being outmatched in power didnt matter. Nor did the existence of restrictions. To the lord of Ataraxia, such things were not but mere excuses. Without such a penalty, would you dare to bare your fangs at me? That Amm from back then do not think I am the same as I was. Time has passed, and I have grown stronger. I am not who I was in the past. Stronger, you say How amusing that such words can be spoken so lightly. The conversation ended there. Amidst the tide of blood To those who once fell before and now seek to challenge the Lord, crush them all without mercy! We will deliver unto Decarsuss dogs the very hell weve endured. Prevent them from interfering in Lord Elliss battle by utterly defeating them! The dark shadows crossed back and forth in all directions. *** The battle escted dramatically. Previously, the fight was merely over the possession of an object. Now, it was a full-scale war for the survival of a lineage. The sounds ofbat filled the air, along with severed limbs scattering in every direction. These were elite fighters selected from each house, and the intensity and level of battle far exceeded any conventional understanding. Various blood-made spells and techniques filled the sky, while screams and shouts of wrath enveloped the battlefield. Just then Was it you, human, who has made things soplicated! A vampire appeared before Jinhyuk, targeting his unhealed injuries for a surprise attack. But Just as he swung his ws, the vampire froze in ce. Argh? How dare you, attempting to harm my contractor with that filthy hand? Elliss eyes turned icy cold as her voice filled with more anger than ever before. In that instant A crunching sound, and the vampires arm crumbled away. Arrgh! With a series of snaps and pops, his body was crushed beyond recognition. Preyrad fell in a single blow? To think a member of the ck Wings would perish so easily The remaining vampires hesitated and retreated. Without need for incantations, mere thought was enough to unleash such power. This was an entirely different league of strength. It would take hundreds, if not thousands, of ordinary nsmen to even scratch her. Id better treat her well from now on. Jinhyuk couldnt help but gulp as well. Ellis parted her lips slightly. Thanks. What? Thank you. Ellis savored the words once again. For freeing her kin. For the opportunity to regain their lost honor and pride. She was truly grateful. Despite the release from restrictions, conveying emotions was still awkward. Save your thanks forter. Its not over yet. Elliss strength as a head of the house was known, but so was Amms not to be underestimated. Bing a n leader was not a title one got for free. Proving that point, Amms blood magic engulfed Ellis. Explosions and eruptions! With a series ofpressions, dozens of blood droplets detonated. The explosion was immensely more powerful than anything used beforeworthy of a full-powered assault against Ellis. However She remained unscathed. From within the explosion, Elliss hand was seen rotating a slender three-meter spear. My turn, I guess. [Ellis activates Blood Spear!] The spear, enhanced by seven revolutions, pierced through the air like a sh of lightning. Amms body twisted into a weird shape. But just as that happened, his body disintegrated into dozens of bats. Cursing underneath! Jinhyuk and Elliss gaze locked onto the ceiling. Amm had justpleted a massive magic circle, soaring high. Astrexica. An ancient magic using air and blood as conduits. Ellis, about to escape using a blink skill, found her ankles tightly bound by six serpents. The escape routes were perfectly predicted and blocked. No escape for you. Lightning, bloated with blood, struck down upon Elliss head. With a crackling sound An onught of lightning seared her body repeatedly. Rocks and marble evaporated, leaving nothing but embers consuming the air. Amm smiled triumphantly, believing in the perfect execution and timing. But just as the finalpression was about to happen, Elliss unique chant broke through. No way! Amm gasped, feeling the air change. The sparks that were raging everywhere had vanished. Then, a sound of something shattering. Crack! Part of the Red Blood Vessel broke, and Ellis reemerged. [Ellis activates her unique chant, Revtion of the Apocalypse!] Seems youve forgotten, Im not the only one with a unique chant. ck feathers covered her wingsa strange, devilish-angelic visage that instilled shudders on its own. Behind her, a massive fiery ring appeared, ancient runic letters ring around its edges. It was a concoction of seduction, decadence, frightful beauty, and ominousness. This was Elliss fully-armed state. And when this unique chant manifested in the tower of the past the five n leaders and their kin had lost half their forces. Chapter 252: Ataraxia, The Pureblood Empress (2) Chapter 252: Ataraxia, The Pureblood Empress (2) Chapter 252. Ataraxia, The Pureblood Empress (2) Ugh Amm froze in ce. Simply facing her was enough to make his body constrict and feel as if his eyes would burn. This heat. This magic power. It was an entirely different dimension. I thought due to the contract with the yer, she wouldnt be able to use her unique Holy Song. I was mistaken. Just as he said, such penalties were far from enough to be an obstacle. Is this truly the might of Ataraxias strongest lineage? So much time has passed and yet the gap hasnt closed at all Despair smeared across every corner of Amms mind. At that moment. Whoosh! A short spear (̘) made of me formed in Elriss palm. Its fiery de pointed forward, encircled by horrifying mes. [Elris activates Tersis.] Take this. No need for propulsion for eleration. The spear that vanished into the air, cleaving through it, aimed straight for Amms head. A barrier of blood materialized momentarily, but it couldnt withstand the short spear for even a second. The shields shattered like ss walls. Crack! Such was the destructive power that the head was torn from the neck. Yet, Amm did not die. The vampires tenacious vitality sought immortality, even in situations that should have been instantaneous death. Breathless, Amm gasped for air, his neck and head perfectly regenerated despite the ragged wound. Huff, huff, huff Too much magic power was expended in regeneration. And Elris was already preparing a second short spear for another onught. Damn it. No matter how much he is the patriarch, if he took an attack of that caliber several times, it would be dangerous. Indeed, five patriarchs and their kin had attacked Elris with her unique Holy Song and still couldnt seize a clear victory. At this rate, it was impossible. Amm coldly epted the reality. Of course, that doesnt mean he had any intention of dying so easily. Valmung! Yes. If he could just get his hands on that demonic sword that even sliced through dragons There would certainly be a chance to stand against Elris. Or so he must think. Jinhyuk noticed Amms gaze shifting toward Valmung. Indeed, the only remaining path for Amm was that. Hmm. Elris is engaged in battle and ns to have her subordinates retrieve Valmung The problem was. The corpse poison (ƶ) permeating around Valmung was notoriously lethal beyond imagination. Grgrgr Cough! Gack. The hunting dogs sent by Decarsus fell coughing up blood and copsing, attempting to target Valmung. The fact that not even vampires with their strong resistance could withstand it meant that a normal yer would dissolve into a puddle of blood within seconds. Then Jinhyuk retrieved items he had purchased earlier from his subspace inventory. Mist-tree of the Peshen mountains. 500g of Melmormang sanatorium ointment. Mist-trees are usually used for high-quality ornaments, while Melmormang ointment is known as a top-tier moisturizing cream. At first nce, two items that seemed entirely unrted and unhelpful. However, properlybining these two can create an antidote against poison. Was it the ratio of 3.25:1.758, perhaps? Its been a while since hest made it, so he couldnt recall the exact proportions But it didnt matter. Even if he couldnt remember the numbers, his body remembered. [Unknown liquid 5mg obtained!] A sess. Thisbination form was still unknown in the Tower; hence the system described it as an unknown liquid. A thick, colorless, and odorless fluid applied evenly across the skin, and like a lie, the sharp odor attacking his nose disappeared. And there was more. [The unique ability Thousand Poison (ǧ) activates.] By arming himself against poison and increasing his understanding of them with Thousand Poison, he had taken all necessary precautions. Now, I just have to wait. Precisely speaking, he just had to wait for him to use that skill. Jinhyuk calmly observed the ongoing battle between the two. Boom! Puff puff! The crossing of dozens of magic and blood-made unique abilities. The fight between two absolutes was indeed on a different level from the start. Each move might as well have been a boss monsters full attack, fired off indiscriminately. One minute, two, three Time passed. After several minutes of fierce fighting. [Amm has summoned Blood Hound.] Blood-made hellhounds appeared. The moment he had been waiting for had arrived. Now! Using Sword Emperors Vision, Jinhyuk kicked off the ground and leapt forward at high speed. Forward. Toward Valmung. Hm? Who is that? Amm waspletely focused on Elris, but not all vampires were the same. The hunting dogs had picked up a scent. They detected Jinhyuks dash toward Valmung. Hes aiming for Valmung? Fool! That ce isnt easily essible even by us. The scorn was followed by expectations of him coughing up blood and copsing. But then. Lightly, effortlessly, Jinhyuk stepped forward. The realization that something was wrong instinctively dawned upon them at that moment. The poison isnt working? How is this possible! Incredulity was in the air. But there wasnt time to be astonished. Stop him! Dont let him go any deeper! They could still withstand the current intensity of the poison. But if he were to proceed further, where the poison was at its zenith, they would have to hand over Valmung entirely. Vampires shot forth all at once. So they wont just let me pass, huh. Jinhyuk nced back briefly. Chasing vampires, their crimson des ready to strike. At that moment. Bang! Someone intervened. It was Belrus, Elriss right hand, and Ophelia from Decarsus. Leave the small fry to us. I have repaid my debt with this. The two vampires uttered their parts and ousted Decarsuss kin on their tail with a swift movement. Ophelia! You treacherous wench! Intending to be Ataraxiaspdog? Roars drenched in rage filled the air, but Ophelia didnt even flinch, as if she no longer wanted to be a disposable chess piece merely thrown away when convenient. Initially, the vampires seemed no more than loathsome leeches, but now as allies, they felt surprisingly reliable. Thanks. Jinhyuk offered a quick nod. Then, without looking back, he took another great leap toward where Valmungy. Throb! Throb! With each step forward, the poison grew increasingly more vicious. Even after applying the ointment and cloaking himself with Thousand Poison, the depths of poison fog made it hard to see. Cough Blood seeped from his lips. Despite simting this moment multiple times and considering all possibilities, reality proved far harsher than expected. Indeed A relic of the azure rank was worthy of such a title. Jinhyuk controlled his screaming muscles and took another step toward the sword. Instinct warned him. He needed to escape, now. Stay any longer in this hell, and it would mean death. However, Jinhyuk suppressed his instincts. Sumbing to fear or giving up now would mean all his efforts had been for naught. Besides, Elris was still fighting. Believing that I will seed. He couldnt betray that hope she held. He couldst perhaps a few dozen more seconds. Beyond that, its over. Though his sense of direction had vanished, past memories moved his fingertips in its stead. His vision blurred. As Jinhyuk trusted his subconscious, he reached out his hand. He didnt grasp the sword. His fingertips swept through empty air with futility. Kuhugh. The taste of iron lingered in his mouth. Once more, and yet again. Dont give up. It isnt over yet. With everything he had, he reached out his hand. Valmung was somewhere nearby. But the attempt failed again. Staggering. Jinhyuks body wavered to the left. But, at that very moment. The hilt of the sword brushed against the tips of his falling fingers. Then. Whirr! The yers magic power resonated with the long-dormant relic. [The Dragon-ying Sword Valmung awakens!] Valmung writhed, seeking a new master. Simultaneously, the corpse poison that nketed the surrounding area vanished like a lie. Ive seeded As Jinhyuks consciousness sharpened, he gripped Valmung even tighter. Now he just needed to inject his magic power and receive Valmungs acknowledgement, thus iming ownership of the relic. Yes, with this, all his ns would reach a perfect end. Thats what he thought until he heard a voice beside him. Thank you. For moving ording to n. With your help, I can put an end to this tedious fight. Thud! A fist from Decarsus struck Jinhyuks chest. It hit precisely where the heart was. Instantly, the blood flow to his heart halted. Gah! Naturally, his reactiongged. Amm had secured Valmung. The greatsword with its radiant de traced a smooth arc. Oho! So this is Valmung. Indeed, it is the ideal sword I had envisioned. Hahaha! With this, I can win, thats certain. Human! Elris attempted to rush to Jinhyuks side. But Amm was quicker. Do not move, Elris. If you do, this human dies. Valmung dug into Jinhyuks flesh. With just a bit more force in his fingers, the throat would severpletely. The tide of battle had turnedpletely. How? Jinhyuk forced out his voice. I assumed my kin would fail to approach Valmung, but I believed you would be different. I was certain youd find a way. All that was left was patience, summoning the Blood Hounds while biding my time. The moment you obtained Valmung, the hounds would take on Elris, and I would use teleportation to reach you. How perfect is this n? There were many variables, but everything flowed exactly as nned. Look. Didnt he catch two birds with one stone? The fight ends with my victory, but it would be a waste to kill you just like this. Your method for bypassing the corpse poison, and even replicating the Titans arm. Not bad for a mere yer. No, to be honest, among my kin, there was none quite as talented as you. It would be a lie to say he wasnt tempted. You think Ill serve under you? Haha. Of course not. But soon, those thoughts will fade away. Amm had no intention of enlisting an unbound subordinate. He lightly scratched his own wrist with his nail. That that is! It seems you know what this is. Then you should know just how futile your resistance will be. Crimson droplets formed, then slowly dripped down onto Jinhyuks lips. Blood Oath. A power of the patriarch to etch a direct engraving on the mind, entrapping whoever drinks the blood into eternal servitude. Jinhyuks pupils dted. The face devoid of emotion seemed no more than a corpse awaitingmands. Wonderful. Amm confirmed that the mind control had taken effect, then pointed towards Elris, who was still engaged with his royal guard. Now, kill Elris with your own hands. The elimination of the traitor. With that, all his objectives here would be achieved. But. Thud! The unexpected, aching stab in his back it was not something Amm had foreseen. Not even Amm, who had lived for an eon, could avoid being bbergasted by such defiance ofmon knowledge. Indeed, the kinship between vampires is truly advantageous. Earlier, no matter how much strength I put in, I couldntnd a blow, but now the feeling in my hand is just perfect. Jinhyuk sported a faint smile. His eyes, which had seemed vacant, were now clear as ever. On the contrary, thanks to the patriarchs blood, all his past wounds and fatigue were healed. You shook off my mind control? Impossible. How, how did you do that! Sorry, but Ive faced more troublesome things than this. He had encountered an entity equivalent to a sentient thought itself. If its mind-based attacks, hes experienced the very depths of them. Byparison, this was nothing. If you had fully invested your magic into your blood to activate the Blood Oath, perhaps I might have struggled, but you let your guard down, reveling in victory. That was your downfall. He had to act ignorant, y weak, barely holding himself together; it had almost drained him. But now, the childish charade was over. Elris approached from the front, while Jinhyuk closed in from behind. Curses! Even with Valmung in hand, I can eradicate you both in an instant. Sorry, but Valmung hasnt chosen its master yet. What nonsense is that? Are you saying you cannot see the Valmung right here? Of course, how could he know? Since Siegfrieds death, no one had wielded Valmung. That sword. It doesnt sit well with negative energy. In other words. Youd need abilities like Stars Blessing or Mand. Valmung, feeling the warmth, sprang from Amms grasp. [The relic Valmung has chosen its master!] The greatsword in his right hand roared fiercely. [The unique ability Blood Explosion (Ѫ) activates!] In his left hand, Decarsus patriarchs unique ability announced its first use. Once more Ill say it, the fight is over. You shall die, and the rest of the patriarchs will regret their betrayal against Elris. Not anyone else, but I will make it happen. Chapter 253: Ataraxia, the Pure-blooded Empress (3) Chapter 253: Ataraxia, the Pure-blooded Empress (3) [Dragon yer Sword (???), Valmung C Navy Blue] Difficulty of acquisition: Incalcble Attack power: 35,500 Weight: 37 kg Durability: 58,000 / 160,000 Effects: 1. Ignores any defense of lesser capability than that of a holy relic. 2. Inflicts 20% extra damage to divine entities and doubles attack power against dragonkin (Continuous effect: 3 minutes C Duration can increase depending on proficiency). 3. Increases the physical abilities of the recognized bearer by 10% and enhances wound recovery speed. Special active ability Reenactment of Myth avable. Reenactment of Myth allows you to emte the battle in which Siegfried slew Fafnir. (Requires a significant understanding of Valmung.) The navy blue status window shone more splendidly than any other item Jinhyuk had seen before. An astounding 35,500 attack power. In no wayparable to his Twin Dragon Swords or Fang. Even Fang, which had been enhanced to a blue grade, only had an attack power of 5,570. More than six times the difference A hollow breath escaped Jinhyuks mouth. This is truly insane. Even though Fang was focused on attack speed and lightness, a sixfold difference in attack power was simply outrageous. Even the Sword of Scorching Heat obtained from Armor Breaker or Antrad paled inparison to Valmung. Most notably, an effect that nearly doubles attack power against dragonkin would be indispensable for climbing the upper floors of the tower. Finally, I have it in my hands. Jinhyuk grasped Valmung. Wooong! Valmung emitted a pleasant resonating sound. Thump! Thump! Thump! His heart raced. This magic. This feeling. Yes. This was the sensation. The overwhelming euphoria granted by a top-tier holy relic was exactly like this. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth curled upward. As he did so, the de was drawn forward. [Your unique ability Stars Blessing is activated!] [Your unique ability Mand is activated!] A gleaming white light and golden mist began to emanate faintly along the de. It was time to bring this grand finale to a close. *** Boom! Boom! Boom! Explosion after explosion urred as the blood droplets burst and nullified each other. Though different in power, the understanding of Blood Explosion wasnt much different. This This is impossible. Ammsplexion turned increasingly ashen. He couldnt believe a mere human was using Blood Explosion. Nor could he ept the level at which it was being wielded. And then Boom! As Valmungs de shed, Amm was flung several meters away. Shield or not, there was no defensive measure that could withstand the Dragon yer Sword. It was a situation that could only be adequately described as: Dont block, just evade. Even the unique regeneration ability became meaningless. Blood flowed increasingly from the wounds. How do you feel? Im just starting to get warmed up. Jinhyuk shed a sly smile. With the new holy relic in hand, he felt light as if he could fly. Argh! Youre so full of yourself! If it werent for Valmung, you, you little Well, I wont deny it. The item does y a big part. He believed that in the Tower of Trials, yers experiences and skills mattered more than the items themselves, but Once something reached the Navy Blue grade, even an ordinary person could fight boss monsters. Let alone a whale equipped with such grade. But if it upsets you, why didnt you prepare something fancy for yourself? What, what did you say? Youre a n leader. Arent there plenty of treasures piled up in your vault? You wouldnt be in this situation if youd brought a few of those with you. Trusting solely in the unique physical abilities of a vampire anding unarmed led to this predicament. If I had been properly armed you wouldnt dare speak to me like this. Yes, yes. And in the closet at home, I have a sword that can slice through the gxy, and Im raising an invisible howling dragon in the bathroom. Ugh Ughaaa! Enraged, Amm screamed. Boom! Boom! Everything in sight turned red before a massive explosion ensued. He had begun to fire Blood Explosion indiscriminately, without even considering an escape route. Of course, Jinhyuk was not one to sumb to such luck-dependent attacks. Using Sword Demons Imperial Command and Shallow Breathing, he created quick and light movements. Swish. pop! He nced over the ground and reached Amm swiftly. Then, through Shadow Extreme Kill, he took his opponent by surprise from behind. ng! Amm reflexivelyshed out with his ws, but Jinhyuk had already vanished. Moving swiftly between shadows, he kept striking at Amms vulnerabilities. Grr! Amm gritted his teeth. Ever since arriving here, things kept going awry. A session of singrly disagreeable events. However, the most urgent matter was survival in this dreadful situation. He was one who had lived for almost an agelessly long time, a life where reigning from the highest seat was normal. He couldnt possibly die in a ce like this. Amms gaze shifted behind him. An escape route. A path of retreat was still visible in the rear. If he could dy with the remainder, he could easily escape by himself It was possible, indeed. Pretending to be in a rage and attacking wildly would mask my intent to flee. The deliberation was brief. Attack! Amm mustered all remaining magic power. Snarl! Snuff! Snuff! Growl! The Blood Hounds, created from blood, charged at Jinhyuk and Ellis. At the same time. Amm moved towards the back. He needed just 1 second. For a leader of his caliber, a second was more than enough to escape. However. It seems you havent changed, still as cowardly as ever. The cold voice from above Amms head did not permit escape. Descending from the sky, the ursed vampire summoned dozens of red spikes. How, how did you? Wondering how I got past your hounds? Is that what bothers you? Ellis shrugged as if it was nothing. Didnt I tell you? Anything you can do, I can also do. Ellis had released the Blood Hounds she had raised in the Ataraxia n. Yelp! Yap! It seems my dogs are bigger, wouldnt you agree? This marked the end of thest possibility. [Ellis has activated dimirs Harpoon!] Thud! Crunch! Aaargh! Amm screamed in agony as both hands and feet were impaled. Try as he might to transform into a bat, the wounded areas simply glowed redtransformation was impossible. At that moment. Crash! Jinhyuk, wielding Valmung, elerated. The greatsword scattered dazzling light as it aimed straight for Amms heart. Thistrifling verminII-! And with that. Swish! That was the final word the leader of Decasus had left in this world. [Youve leveled up!] [Youve leveled up!] [Youve leveled] [up!] [Seal of Decasus has been acquired.] [All divine entities and the great forces of the upper floors will be aware of this event in a few hours!] [Whale Corporations influence grows from a medium-small force to a medium-scale force!] As countless messages poured out, one of the great tyrants ruling the upper floors of the tower had vanished. *** Whoosh! As avishly decorated chair went up in mes, bing nothing but ash. How is this possible. A sigh of disbelief escaped the lips of those seated around the table. It was inevitable. The burning of the chair signified the extinction of its owner. Could it be, has the Decasus leader failed? The only one with long ck hair among them spoke up. Abigail von Levysita. The leader of the powerful Levysita family. Since Amm is dead, we must consider it a failure. Dammit! To think our leader could die in the mid-floors, how outrageous is that! Given the restraints, it mustve been difficult to utilize his full power, having left all the relics here. It was a big risk to send a leader to the lower floors. It doesnt matter, this is uneptable. To think that someone capable of harming our leader exists below The remaining leaders also chimed in. The atmosphere grew terribly heavy. A tremendous price had been paid, and yet, not only did they see no gains, they had even lost a leader who was imed to be among the strongest. Even Excension, who had seeded Ellis in leading the Ataraxia family, remained silent. It was at that moment. Didnt I warn you? There is someone who can harm you leaders, so be cautious. The goblin, formerly basking by the firece, stood up. As he did, all gazes turned to him. An ber-entity of the tower, untouchable even by the leaders. The superior administrator, Hasting. Is that individual named Kang Jinhyuk? Excension asked. Correct. The very person who brought Ellis out of the corridor and made a contract with her. It seems youre overestimating that human too much. I acknowledge that Kang Jinhyuk is no ordinary man, but he certainly cant kill a leader. If theres any likelihood, it woulde from Ellis. Hmm. It seems to me that you all seriously underestimate him. Think about it carefully. Even in the past, Ellis could never be the variable. Even in the glory days of unsurpassable strength, she was eventually subdued and sealed by the leaders. If they so wished, there would be ways to subdue her even now as she is below her past power. However. Kang Jinhyuk is different. Its not just a matter of fighting strength. A power that can enforce the grand principal of victory within the given conditions. An ability to transform even disadvantages into advantages. That was the foremost reason to fear Jinhyuk. Im afraid, if left alone, you leaders sitting here might also die by that mans hand. As time passes, the likelihood only grows higher. The deaths of the leaders. Such an unimaginable scenario was mentioned all too easily. Now youre saying that we! We would fall to a mere human? Stop! The leaders were bound to protest, but Excension promptly dismissed the dissent. It seems you have something specific in mind to bring up such a point, considering the trouble. Indeed, the new leader of Ataraxia has a perceptive mind. Actually, I do have something in mind. Your methods have failed, so lets try mine. Itll take some time, but itll be worth the effort. Hasting slowly began to reveal his n. And As the conversation progressed, the leaders expressions changed drastically. The n was so shocking that they listened intently, swallowing dryly. That is all. Finally, Hasting concluded. Intriguing With that, we might catch two rabbits with one throw. I agree. If theres a chance to chew up those who have bared their fangs at us, Ill do anything. Everyone nodded agreement. Except for one. Excension alone. The n is splendid, no doubt. But why would you, sworn to maintaining the bnce of the tower, offer us your assistance? Administrators should remain neutral, managing the tower to ensure its continued existence. Hence, Hastings decidedly aggressive intervention was utterly iprehensible. With a smirk. I am in the process of safeguarding the towers bnce. Now more fervently than ever before. Hasting smiled enigmatically. Chapter 254 Chapter 254 Three bustling days had passed since that eventful nightly outing. The Empire and the Martial World were still at war, but they had dered a temporary ceasefire to regroup their forces after the constant demonic invasions. For at least a few weeks, both sides intended to recover from the damages caused and reorganize their ranks. In the meantime, Jinhyuk was busily tending to a backlog of tasks that had piled up during those three days. The Giants Fortress, now guaranteed its status as a duchy, required a plethora of administrative work for its territory management. Balmond was also in dire need of repairs due to significant durability loss. Fortunately, the task was willingly taken on by the dwarven cksmith Orun. Y-you want me to repair such a magnificent thing? Orun gasped. Yes, I believe youre capable of managing it, Orun. Its quite worn out, so please be thorough. And dont forget to transfer it to my spatial inventory coordinates when done, Jinhyuk requested. And what if I identally break it? Orun worried. If that happens, youll have to repay with your body. Ah, but dont worry too much, I wont kill you. Ill just lock you in a sunless chamber with only one meal a day and make you hammer away, Jinhyuk joked with a chilling smile. With that, their delightful exchange was concluded. Having wrapped up his business in the Empire, Jinhyuk boarded a ne to Europe. His n was to take a leisurely break in Korea before tackling Floor 15, but he was persuaded by Theresas earnest invitation to visit her family home in Europe. Apanied by Elise, Andria, Ophelia, Wolyeong, and Cheon Yuseong, they were greeted by a Rolls-Royce Ghost at the airport and transported through the city to the serene suburbs. Joining themter were Younghwa and Taemin, rounding out the main party. Eventually, they arrived at an astonishing naturalndmark. Wow Hooh. Real wealth speaks for itself, came the exmations as they admired the three-story mansion fashioned entirely out of white marble. Antique statues, a wooden pavilion, and even a quaint littleke nearbyit was no idle boast to call it a noble European estate.Just then, Theresa approached curiously, Everyone, what are you doing outside of our Alexandros home? Alexandro? Yes, Alexandro. You know, the one I personally gifted to you, Jinhyuk Alexandro That Alexandro? Could it be? Ah, now I get it. You mean the hamster you gave me? Wait, so this whole mansion belongs to a hamster? Yes. Our little one enjoys spacious ces, so we ended up here while trying to give it freedom. Indeed, the center of the mansion disyed a solemn hamster portrait gripping sunflower seeds, adorned with a golden crown and a cape of red furnone other than Alexandro the Second. No way this is a hamsters house To think, Ive been living in a ce smaller than a hamsters Younghwa and Taemin gaped in disbelief, and even Cheon Yuseongs eyebrows shot up in astonishment. As everyone marveled at Theresas wealth, Elise puffed her cheeks in irritation. Poking Jinhyuks sides sharply, sheined. Why? The castle I lived in was muchrger and grander than this. There were statues of bats, and gardens where Pegasus roamed freely. She sounded like a child fueled by jealousy, a stark contrast to the formidable Jinzo of a few days prior. Jinhyuk patted Elises head consolingly, Sure, sure. Someday you can give me a tour of your home. Even the golem Goma blinked its pumpkin-colored eyes enviously at Alexandros picture. Hmm. Next time, Ill make a splendid frame for you, a muchrger one than that. No way Ill be outdone by a mere hamster, Jinhyuk mused, upholding his pride as an Ancient Being. As they continued to admire the views, it was quite a walk before they finally reached Theresas family homea mansion that far exceeded the previous in grandeur, seemingly endless, near the edge of the forest. Even the Middle-Eastern magnates would bow down, Jinhyuk thought. The Rosenbergs, already renowned for their aristocratic origins, had hit the jackpot with their magic stone refinement technology since the emergence of the Tower. Furthermore, with Theresas valor in protecting Amsterdam from the Outbreak and her ster performance inside the Tower, it was as if a tiger had been gifted wings. Upon their arrival, a genial middle-aged man greeted them. Wee, everyone. I am Theresas father, Dustin. Please, call me Dustin. Haha. Dustin von Rosenbergthe man frequently featured in the news as Theresas father. It is an honor to meet you. I am Kang Jinhyuk, Jinhyuk greeted warmly. Following him, Elise, Cheon Yuseong, and the others briefly introduced themselves. An honor indeed, Dustin continued. Those who live in this era and are unaware of the Highwater Corporation are rare. Especially Kang Jinhyuk, a celebrity known even more than some rankers for saving all of Europe from the Lich, single-handedly. He then presented a cascade of letters. One from the British Prime Minister and another from the President of France, all grateful for Jinhyuks actions. It seemed Jinhyuks fame had spread wider than he realized. While Jinhyuk humbly epted the adtion, Dustins next words caught even him off guard. How about it? Why dont you consider courting our youngest daughter seriously? Shes the pride of our family, and both of you are at the right age. We could even arrange a grand engagement party. Before anyone could react, three voices rose in unison. A stunned Jinhyuk, a blushing Theresa, and an incensed Elise. This was supposed to be a restful visit, but it seems thats not the case, Cheon Yuseong said with a tsk-tsk. Andria alone glowed with excitement, akin to watching a morning drama unfold. *** The storm passed shortly after Dustins explosive proposal. Witnessing Theresas flustered and Elises furious expressions was a first for Jinhyuk. The reasons were unclear, but perhaps the worry was that love and marriage could distract from their agreements. Father, may I speak with you alone for a moment? Im truly sorry, Mr. Jinhyuk. Father said something ridiculous Oh,e now. Havent you always spoken fondly of Mr. Jinhyuk? If youre smitten with someone like this, you should make your move. Mr. Jinhyuk, please seriously consider the offer. Our family will do you no wrong, and weve discovered new technology to enhance weapons with magic stones Cutting him off, Theresa forcibly ushered her father away, concluding their conversation for the time being. Afterward, the guests were free to tour the estate before dinner. An irritated Elise vanished from sight. Cheon Yuseong immersed himself in anatomy and osteology slides on his I-pad by theke. Jinhyuk ventured into the depths of the forest. This should be far enough. He had important post-raid tasks to attend toexamining his growth and rewards. I asked Taemin and Younghwa toe in thirty minutes. Better check this quickly. He first activated his personal status window. Ding! Name: Kang Jinhyuk Gender: Male Age: 27 Level: 94 Strength 89 Dexterity 30 Stamina 40 Magic Power 221 Gap 100 Luck 10 Adaptive 78 Vital Energy 4,367 Stat Points Avable: 24 Coins: 0 Profession: Runes Interpreter Unique Abilities: Fusion, Sword Tomb, Stars Blessing, Judgment of Anubis, Blood Magic, Mand, One-Second Invincibility, Thousand Poisons, White Beast, Shared Fate, Sanctuary of Sun, Imperial Dark Sky Technique, Triple Magic, Colossus Strike, Fire Dragons Breath, Speed Sword, Tombgraves Right Arm, Berserker, Winds Domain, Shadow Strike, Blood Burst Skills: Primeval me Lv13, Gluttonous Eye Lv12, Sympathy Lv9, Soul Imprint Lv10, Poison Eater Lv8, Shallow Breath Lv8, Ice Sculpture Lv13, Daylight Lv11, Giants Grasp Lv8, Soul Chasing Sword Lv9, Double Agent Lv2, Genuine Great Clear Hwarang Heart Technique Lv7, Sword Devil Emperor Step Lv12, Vague Scent Lv3, Mental Barrier Lv5, Heavenly Melody Lv4,Otherworldly Diner Lv4, Red Magic Bullet Lv10, Heavenly Net Lv3, Soul Drain Lv4, Demonic Soul Sword Lv3, w that Covers the Moon Lv9, Draw Sword Lv2, Undead Making Lv5, Battlefield Selection Lv4, Diplomacy Lv2 Barriers: Too many acquired barriers, changed to Folded Away status. Marveling at the list of hard-earned abilities and skills, a contented smile danced upon Jinhyuks lips. Truly, the experience provided by a chief-ss is unparalleled. Eight whole levels gained and 24 stat points acquired. Approaching triple digits in level, gaining eight levels at once was simply inconceivable. To handle Balmond properly, Ill need to distribute points into strength as well. [Strength increased from 89 101.] [Magic Power increased from 221 233.] Done with allocating stat points, Jinhyuk now turned his attention to the awaited rewardsa red essory recently retrieved from his spatial inventory, the Decarus Seal. To be honest, he hadnt anticipated obtaining such an item. He had previously hunted chief-ss enemies, but those were within the formal raids beyond the 40th Floor. This was his first time engaging under such adverse conditions. Thus, a reward befitting the challenge. The Decarus Seal granted dominion over all vampires within the Decarus family, as well as the rights befitting a chief. In essence, a new chief was born. However, the real value of this seal stemmed from something even more potentit allowed summoning an ancient relic, an artifact as powerful as the original holy spear, from the associated floor to this world This was precisely why the seal was vastly superior to any other form ofpensation. Huuh, Jinhyuk exhaled, steadying his trembling heart as magic energy flowed from his fingertips into the seal. Simultaneously, a magnificent light shed. [Decarus Seal has been activated!] Chapter 255 Chapter 255 Episode 255: Vlog Daily Life in Europe (2) Crrrack! Space tinged with purple hues appeared as the dimensional rift split open, revealing the gateway to Amms private storage. Is it time to choose? If I use the seal here in the 40s, Ill be able to ess every sacred relic that Amm utilized. However, if I force items from the upper floors to manifest on a lower floor or outside the tower, I can only take one sacred relic with me. The rest would be destroyed aspensation. It meant I had to decide whether to use the best items now or to wait and use everythingter. Jinhyuks lips curled into a smile. Of course, I wont give up a single thing. Why should I sacrifice one for the other? Why not summon one relic here and make good use of it, and then use the restter in the 40s?The foolish vampires trusted the system absolutely and couldnt even imagine there might be another way. But, even the most perfect-looking systems had ws. Fatal fl ones, at that. [Your unique ability, Triple Magic C Infinity Magic is activated.] Ancient runes formed a magic circle around Jinhyuk. One, two, three. Three magic circles, each emitting red, blue, and green light, appeared. [Your unique ability Hemo-Magic blossoms.] A swirling light with a strange glimmer appeared above the red circle. I then oveid a Mental Barrier on the hemo-magic on the green circle, covering it like a package, to ensure the energy of the hemo-magicsted as long as possible. Finally. [Lv13 cial Sculpture is activated.] I began to encase the decoy Id formed in ice. Cold mist rose along the blue circle, and the ice took on the shape of a sword. The Mental Barrier and cial Sculpture allowed only the dense magical energy of the hemo-magic to prate, faithfully reproducing the distinct scent of vampires while filtering out any other magic. Huuh. Jinhyuk let out a long sigh. He had focused so intently on his meticulously calcted work that he hadnt even noticed the sweat trickling down his forehead. But, finally, it was done. This should fool the system at least once. By the time the system sensed something amiss and attempted to correct the error, my objectives would already be met. Now, which item should I swap? Jinhyuk scanned the items in the rift; a ring, a ne, a rapier, an old book, and the picture in the frame. I was familiar with the first three, but thetter two items were new to me. It would be nice if I could check and choose, but its a pity thats not an option. Merely activating my Skill, The Eyes of Gluttony, would be considered making a choice, so I had to rely solely on luck and intuition. Choosing known items with confirmed stats and performance was obviously the safe bet. At least that would ensure minimum value for using the seal. But then !? Something caught my eye. The painted scene in the frame, specifically some text in one corner of the image, attracted my attention. It was written in a far moreplex and enigmatic multipleyered structure than any ancient runes I knew. It was the Lost Language. And upon closer inspection, thendscape within the painting seemed strangely familiar, not just from my imagination, but depicting a real location. Its no ordinary painting. No, it was closer to a map. A map indicating the location of the lostnguage I had been looking for, one of the towers secrets. There was no need for further deliberation. I swapped the ice decoy for the painting. Wooong! The system emitted a strange humming noise, but only briefly. [Youve acquired the masterpiece Where Silence Seeps.] [Where Silence Seeps] Acquisition Difficulty: Incalcble Description: A painting owned by Amm de Decascus, the Patriarch of the Decascus family. Its andscape of a part of the tower, but the exact location it depicts has not been disclosed. Only those with a specific ability will be able toprehend the true value of this painting. The fact that only those with a specific ability would appreciate its value meant I had to have the ability to interpret the runes. Specifically, to know it was the lostnguage. Although, with the multitude ofyered runes, it was impossible to discern precisely what the characters meant. Fire. Part of the runes definitively indicated this. Logically, its insane to set fire to a painting. That must have been their wager. After all, theres no fool whod burn such a valuable item. Jinhyuk concentrated magical energy at his fingertips. Whoosh! The primordial me nibbled at the corner of the picture. And in that moment, the paintings scene began to transform. The sunlit forest and ins vanished, reced by a location where twelve ck pirs stood tall. This ce. It was a location even Jinhyuk recognized. *** Thirty minutester. Jinhyuk gathered the scattered party members together. From now on, Yeonhwa and Taemin will face a simple test. Nothing fancy, just spar with the opponents I point out. One for each of us? No, you two need to team up. Youve been syncing up all this time, right? I needed to check how much they had grown thus far, since they would y a crucial part in climbing the tower. I also intended to produce a promotional video for my corporation. As the power has grown to a mid-size, we need a main video and a website to match it. Thats right. Corporate propaganda. In reality, that was the real crux of it. We had a brilliant location sponsored and a dazzling cast. The production cost was covered by passion pay, so it couldnt get any better. Most importantly, all the people here had no idea they were starring in apany promo video. Of course, they would eventually realize they had been exploited, but by then, theyd have been cast deep into a hellish pit. Are you sure this will work? Itll be tough against just one of us. Hyung. You shouldnt underestimate us like before. Yeonhwa noona and I have conquered double digits in mazes together. Yoo Yeonhwa and Lee Taemin confidently stepped forward. Indeed Their presence feltpletely different from before. I remember watching videos on the Tower of Trialsmunity of the Strongest Duo, where they ranked high. Comments praising the Korean high level yers lined up in droves. Then Andria. Jinhyuk called out to Andria next to him. Me? Yes. Feel free to use the Fox Bead. Okay, Ill try. Andria nodded. [Andria has used the mythical beast transformation Nine-tailed Fox!] Swoosh Nine magnificent tails ame ignited from her back. Pointed ears sprouted atop her head, and her pupils turned a yellowish hue. This was going to be a hit. I could sense the views skyrocketing already. Meanwhile Taemin. Uh. I see why Hyung said we should team up. The smile vanished from the faces of Yoo Yeonhwa and Lee Taemin. Instinctively, they realized their numerical advantage of two did not guarantee victory. Kukukuku! A clear and pure magical power began to condense around Yoo Yeonhwas arms and legs. Refined Taechunghwarang martial techniques spirit soon formedpletely. A closebat martial artist. Boom! Yoo Yeonhwa kicked the ground and charged forward. [Lee Taemin activates his unique ability Machine Lord C Apocalypse Guardian!] Lee Taemin also used his ability. ng! A silver armor enveloped his entire body. Hmm. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. Taemin had significantly honed his Machine Lord abilitypared to when he relied primarily on drones and turrets. The new form allowed the caster to engage directly inbat, akin to the Titans seen in the Empire. Taemin has been practicing a lot with his Machine Lord ability. This was getting more interesting by the minute. Just add some epic BGM and a decent narration, and the prologue video would be perfect. Jinhyuk recorded every moment without missing a beat. *** Several hourster, an absurd scene unfolded in the Rosenberg mansions garden. I, thest sword of the High-Level Corporation, the Sword Saint Cheon. Yu. Seong, am t broke! This damn! Why should I have to do such a thing? Cheon Yu Seong threw his sword away, his chest heaving with rage. So unprofessional. You know, the scene of you drawing your sword really clicks with the audience. Just nail the vibes, drop your voice, and the views will skyrocket to heaven. Dont joke. In the end, its all just to your benefit, and theres no reason for me to embarrass myself like this. Cheon Yu Seong firmly drew a line. Hmm Cant be helped. Wolyeong. You take on the Sword Saint role. Me, my lord? Yes. Honestly, in terms of skill or looks, youre second to none. Actually, you might even be better than him? Jinhyuk nced over at Cheon Yu Seong, who had turned ashen, evidently fuming with anger. Im outssed? Officially, that would be the case. This video is also to establish the ranks within ourpany. Wolyeong will take on the Sword Saint and you you can y passing executioner number three or something. A role that involved being struck from a distance and dying as the hero swings his sword; an extra among extras appearing for perhaps a second on screen. Ugh! Move aside. Ill do it. Cheon Yu Seong grabbed the sword again. Exactly as expected. It was rumored that the uing semester in Korean universities would start soon, and even Cheon Yu Seong would want to avoid being introduced as executioner number three before his medical school peers. Just then. Jinhyuks gaze shifted elsewhere. There, Golden Wheat and the elementals were posing in a disciplined line. Earth. Fire Wiind Waateer Their exhausted voicescked any strength. After all, they were on their 78th take of the Elemental Special Forces & Ancient Species Flight Coboration video. The repeated NGs had led to ck smoke instead of mes emerging from the Smanders mouth, and the Gnome was covered in moist mud rather than dry, crumbly earth. Despite that. No, thats not it. More passion, more power. Lets do it again. You know, like an explosion of fireworks, yet majestic and grand. And beautiful, splendid, too. Right? You get the feel Im talking about? Jinhyuk pped, encouraging them for the 79th shoot. Unable to bear it anymore, Sylphide stepped forward as a representative. Master, we feel like were going to die. Even elementals require a 50-hour workweek with a 10-minute break after an hours work. Tired, huh? Thats right. I recall someone else uttering that very sentiment an hour ago. Arent you curious why you havent seen Undine around? Jinhyuk smiled lightly. The water elemental, Undine. Now that he mentioned it, one of the Elemental Four was missing. Ma-master. Where is Undine? Shes taking afortable rest, right? Well, what to say Answer, Master. Where is Undine right now! She loudly dered shed rather die than do this any longer. Being a water elemental, she had wanted to rest leisurely in flowing water. So I let her rest. Right in theke over there. However, the surface of the usually tranquilke began to boil with harsh waves. Master. Why are there waves in theke? Smander flicked its tongue nervously. Well, I released some Blood Piranhas there during feeding time. A specialty of the tower, the Blood Piranha grows more robust the more it moves due to its tough flesh. And Undine was probably ying tag with them right now. Screech! Master! Undines scream did I just hear it? Youre mistaken. Undine is resting quitefortably. Of course, if youre curious just howfortable she is, I can let you join her. I do love filming. My dream has always been to be a superstar of the Spirit realm. Me too, me too! Hehe. I cant wait to shoot again. The elementals no longer hadints. They began debating fervently on how to perfect their poses and scenes while streaming cold sweat. Chapter 256 Chapter 256 While everyone was focused on the promotional video, Jinhyuk approached Elise, who was sulking in a corner. It wasnt clear what she was discontented about, but she was muttering to herself in discontent. Chhh even though I am here Elise. What? Elise responded with a still-sullen expression. I have a favor to ask of you. A favor? To me? Her eyes widened at the mention of a favor. Yeah. Im about to start a live stream. Well interact,plete missions, and if the viewers like it, theyll donate coins. Were having a serious cash crunch, so go earn some coins.Chill. The atmosphere shifted dramatically. Frankly, he had expected such a response to his words. You expect this noble of the night, this sovereign of the tower, to perform tricks before these worthless humans? Elise sneered as if the notion was preposterous. Hmm. No other option then. Ill have to ask Teresa. What? The viewers will probably prefer someone soothing instead of someone sulking. Turns out, this is a good thing. A picture of saintly innocence with a warm smile. She could dominate attention with content like a life advice session. -Todays life is too tough. I cant see the future; each day feels insurmountable. -Tell me everything. While I can only listen, I promise to hear your story to the end. Ah. A dead heart beating again. As if angels were trumpeting overhead and scattering pollen. No wonder the Saint who saved Amsterdam was so popr. Ill do it! I cant lose to that blonde idiot. Elise stepped up to the broadcasting system. I can only see a blue screen, how does this work? Just wait. Ive posted the notice, viewers will start joining soon. [Gang Jinhyuks Outdoor Broadcast #Healing #Advice #Deep_Waters_Corporation #Ask_Me_Anything!] He had posted the notice a few minutes before. As his first post after quitting as a BJ, it felt especially meaningful. Back then, hed have considered himself lucky if even 20 viewers tuned in But how about now? -Conan: The vanguard departs. The first viewer entered as soon as he finished speaking. Almost immediately, hundreds rushed in like a swarm for Jinhyuks live stream. [Conan has left the broadcast.] -Moon: Conan again? -US: Hes always the first to enter, then leaves. Didnt expect him to do it here too. -als: I came because Jinhyuk was broadcasting, but why is it still on standby? This isnt clickbait, is it? Its so frustrating only seeing a chat on a ck screen. -AZXCY: Its the same ount ording to the broadcast station. Wow. But when was thest time he did a live? Whys he doing a live now? -Jeong Geun-won: Just thinking of seeing Jinhyuks face makes my heart soar. Primarily uploaders of edited videos, the viewers could hardly believe the current live broadcast. With anticipation mounting, the speed of the chat began to elerate. What kind of incredible raid would he present? How amazing would the showcased treasures and artifacts be? Perhaps hes exploring abyrinth or ruins that no one has ever seen before. They were all insanely curious. A few minutes passed. [Number of viewers connected: 175,880] Once a sufficient number of viewers had gathered, the previously dark screen finally lit up. There stood a proud vampire with snow-white hair flowing down to her waist. It was Elise. Though her red eyes were filled with dissatisfaction, even that expression was a shock to the viewers. They had only seen the mysterious ranker through edited clips. Many exploits were disyed, but only her name Elise was known C her true identity was a mystery until now. The disappointment of not seeing Jinhyuk vanished instantly. Viewers began flooding the chat upon seeing Elise. -bbqchickenlover: Wait, wheres Jinhyuk? And this huh? Where have I seen that face before? -giantdumpling: Woah! Its Elise! Its actually her. Really Elise. -tmd: OMG WTF. Whats going on? Not only does Jinhyuk start a live but the guest is amazing too. -hi: Elha Elha. Greetings to Elise. -rub: Sister! Im dying! -TodaysWendy: This is like being ckmailed to give up all my coins. Should I throw away everything I saved defeating goblins? -(dark): Elise is my future wife! -guywhodreamsofbeingacatsbutler: Ill allow this one. The chat was exploding so fast even Jinhyuk with his sharp eyes had trouble keeping up. This, this human? Everythings moving so fast. Why is everyone happy to see me? Dont look at me. Focus on the viewers. Dont look this way, dummy! Uh? Okay. Ahead. Ahead is where the eyes lead. I am now looking ahead. Try to read as much of the chat as possible and let them know youll take on any missions they propose. Ah, understood. Just give me a moment. Elise strained her rabbit eyes to read the chat. Ugh The swift pace made it impossible to catch everyment but she managed to pick out a few coin-attached missions. moo: You look adorably perplexed. Wear cat ears, and Ill instantly toss 2,000 coins. lmg: Take that plus 1,000 more from me. Dolunny: Yeah, make it a double for me. Kim Ki-bum: Dance for 3 minutes with an idol song. 1,000 coins per minute, deal? thelode1: I desperately want to hear the cringy morning call. Record it, and Ill get up every morning listening to it. 4,000 coins invested. (isio): You look like you enjoy mint chocte. Finish a family-sized package alone, and Ill toss 5,000 coins. antimony51: Coins at stake, open wide! Stopughing! How dare you ask me, a noble of the night and the absolute ruler of the tower, to trade my dignity for a few measly coins. Under the name of Ataraxia, absolutely not. Id rather die! Elise backed away, her face turning pale, refusing the mission as if it were a knife to her throat. Of course I ept all of those. Jinhyuk wasnt one to refuse a coin-earning opportunity. Hey. Its me whos doing this. Why are you epting on your own? ept. But ept. In the end, Elise was forced to perform all the missions proposed by the viewers. Hmm. She could tolerate the cat ears and dancing, but the morning call and mint chocte were a bit much. Still, it was true that such cosys suited her quite well, and the viewers reaction was unprecedentedly positive. You did well. I personally think it suited you really well. I thought you only had a haughty side, but you also have a cute charm. Really? Elises eyes sparkled. The sullen look she had just a moment ago seemed like a lie. Thats when it happened. Ugh. A new figure approached Jinhyuk with a curious sound. It was Teresa. But Teresa looked different from usual. Her makeup was heavy, and her clothing was shockingly revealing. Above all, the aura she radiated was quite alien. This feeling could it be? Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. Definitely. It was Teresa when her personality changed due to using corruption. The little sheep was too timid so I came myself, but the concerned party seems distracted somewhere else? Her sultry voice echoed in Jinhyuks ears. Teresa Miss? Swallowing hard, Jinhyuk gulped down his saliva. -koook: Whoa. Thisdy is fiery. -ck Dragon from the Abyss: Ha. I definitely did not get distracted. -Cookies Pce: Going all-in buying Saint Teresas coins. -Rule: 22222. -Ganada: 33333 -Mischievous Boys: JinhyukS2Teresa Whats going on? Is it a live broadcast? Teresa nced back and forth between the status screen and chat. Ugh. 100,000 coins. Not bad. But its a pity you asked a little kid. I could have earned you ten times the coins. Teresa stroked Jinhyuks cheek with her fingertip. Kid? Little kid? Oh dear. Was it too rude to speak the truth? But isnt it obvious to anyone? Deadead. Youre totally dead. Ill tear you to shreds! Suddenly, Teresas intrusion turned the live stream into a battlefield. -ck Dragon from the Abyss: LOL. This is the real spot. -Anz: Ah, another peaceful day at Deep Waters Corporation. -: Betting 6,000 on Elises victory. -Jeong Yun-hee: Betting 7,000 on Sister Teresas victory! -Seo Seung-hee: Even amidst this, Jinhyuks not stepping in. Look, hes actually taking bets on the side! Booom! Pow! The ground exploded with red rain as Elise, unleashing her unique holy spear, and Teresa, d in dark armor, fought like the ultimate viin and cursed hero of any universe. It was quite regrettable that the carefully prepared food turned to ashes Nevertheless. This is pretty profitable. Jinhyuk was smiling. The live broadcast had brought in over 400,000 coins in donations. And the promotional video produced by the Deep Waters Corporation was set to earn even more. He couldnt help butugh. An eventful weeks vacation concluded. While many things happened, looking back, it wasnt a bad break. They had a precious time filled withughter and deepenedpanionship. There was only one challenging aspect: refusing Dustin, Teresas father, who tried every possible way to hold an engagement ceremony. Afterward, everyone split up. Cheon U-seong left for abyrinth on the outskirts of the 15th floor, seeking a skill exclusive to the devoted, and Teresa followed him to help. Andrea returned to her floor, having been away from her psychiatric ward for too long. Goguma and the nature spirits also needed several days of rest after manifesting and overusing their magic. And now. Jinhyuk had arrived at one of the most notorious ces on the 15th floor. The ruins where the Wailing Witch resided. Standing about 1 km from the entrance of the ruins, Jinhyuk surveyed his surroundings. Its really been a long time since I came here. The nostalgia was fresh. It felt like just yesterday he was exploring abyrinth with minotaurs after the Tower of Trials first merged with reality. Yet he had already reached the 15th floor. Of course, he still had a long way to go, but the fact that he was steadily conquering each floor was quite encouraging. Thats when Bro, I bought everything you asked for. Food, sleeping bags even got budget weapons and scraps from the cksmiths shop. Lee Tae-min and Yoo Yeon-hwa approached. The residence of the Wailing Witch was incredibly vast, so there were a lot of things to prepare. Thanks for your hard work. If were all set, lets head in. Ah. But, bro theres something. Lee Tae-min hesitated as if he had something on his mind. What is it, whats going on? As Jinhyuk questioned, Yoo Yeon-hwa added her concern. Thepetition inside the ruin seems pretty fierce. Fierce? What do you mean? The other guilds are already positioned inside. It seems like more than three have joined forces. I saw some familiar faces. That didnt make sense. The other yers shouldnt have had the specs to reach the 15th floor by now. Beforeing here, Jinhyuk had checked the Tower of Trialsmunity and the ranking videos on ViewTube, but nothing caught his eye. Even therge guilds were only managing B-ss dungeons on the 13th and 14th floors. So, it meant Theyre either recklessly challenging. Or. Some [reason] has given them enough force to target this ce now. Either way, an interesting variable had emerged. They would have topete for the Wailing Witch. Of course, how they would utilize this variable depended entirely on one thing. So, which guild are we talking about? Jinhyuk finally spoke up. Chapter 257 Chapter 257 Theres this hotshot ranker called Nirasha from India nowadays. Hes the most notorious monster after Namgung Chun. Nirasha The name I had expected popped up. I heard rumors that you fought against him in the Empire, brother? Theres a bit of history, yes. And what else? Additionally, Dangun and Olympus have also made their moves. Dangun sent a promising new ranker, Park Jung-jin, and Olympus is being led by a sorceress named Maria in their assault team. All of them are formidable rankers. Gandhara, Dangun, Olympus. A coalition of three massive guilds. The information Yu Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min conveyed was quite intriguing.It meant that those arrogant enough to die before losing pride have finally had their noses bent. Really, they think bybining their forces, they can take it on together. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth twisted subtly. As always, the concept was disappointingly simple. The ruins holding the Witch of Lamentation werent something you could just clear by outnumbering. Nevertheless, discovering this ce meant they had recruited some old hands who had yed the Tower of Trials for quite some time. Any other unusual details? Oh, there was one more thing. I found out through an acquaintance that they posted a notice only for their subscribers, saying they will conquer this ce. But it seems like theyre only swallowing water, havent moved from the spot. Guess how long ago the notice was posted? Five days ago. Youre right, sister. Main forces are still waiting outside the ruins. The healers seemed overwhelmed caring for the injured. Yu Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min each added ament. An assault team desperate for sess their repeated failures and the traits of the ruins with the Witch of Lamentation. This was bing interesting. I might be able to strategize a more efficient approach than I originally nned. Listen carefully to what Im about to say. The stakes were about to get much higher But that didnt matter. I had reliable friends right here to help solve that. *** Thud. Thud. Thud BOOM! The rhythmically repeated sounds suddenly escted into a massive explosion. A table was smashed into dozens of pieces, scattering in all directions. Haa. Haa. Haa. A face flushed red with anger and shame. It was Nirasha, the leader of Gandhara and the ranker known as the Sky of India. At the unexpected loud noise, a muscr man entered the tent. Master Are you alright? Leave. But! Dont you see Im in a meeting? Get out! Ah, understood. Nirasha was not merely ufortable. And understandably so. Since the arrival of the Tower of Trials, Nirasha had never tasted desperation or defeat. Indeed, steeped in the still prevalent caste system and born into a conglomerate family, Nirashas life had been destined for sess from the moment of birth. But now What kind of humiliation was this? Five days had passed since their arrival, yet they had repeatedly failed to progress beyond the entrance. For an alliance that had held such confidence, this was more than a blow to their pride. I understand your anger, but this wont change anything. Besides, we knew this wouldnt be easy from the start, didnt we? A man standing at the edge of the tent spoke up. It was Park Jung-jin, the ranker leading Danguns assault team. Beside him, Maria from Olympus was also present. We should clean this up for now. Maria sighed softly, swinging her staff. Whoosh! The shattered table pieces returned to their original state. yer Park Jung-jin is right. What matters now is not to rage over failure, but to find a way to seed in the raid. It might be better if we stick to our initial n and focus on the front gate route The front gate? Youre aware, arent you, Maria? Just how long it will take to go through the front gate. The safest way to conquer a ruin was typically through the front gate. However, the assault team had attempted to take an alternate route instead. A long-range detection spell had revealed that the path from the gate to the boss chamber was too long. At least a month. Maybe even longer. We absolutely have to defeat the Gate Guardian and secure the shortest route. If we dont move fast this time, the whole world will see ourrge guilds asplete fools. The statement contained some truth. Therge guilds had been toiling C climbing the tower, exploring mazes and ruins, trying desperately to build their reputation. As a result They had managed to conquer some significant areas of the 12th, 13th, and 14th floors. However It wasnt enough. The achievements earned through near-death experiences failed to grasp the viewers attention C the results were too meagerpared to the time and effort invested. Do you see? How our efforts have been evaluated? Nirasha pointed towards therge screen in the center of the tent. Themunityments from the Tower of Trials and VeeTube showed exactly what people thought about the videos posted by therge guilds -yeo: That 13th-floor maze Jungle of the Sun huh? The ce Dangun guild was bragging theyve conquered. -cho: A B-rank maze, right? Damn, they actually brought all main attack rankers just to clinch this ce? -???: Its so-so, but kinda disappointing. Different from what I expected. I dont get the same thrill from these videos anymore. Just me? -Sh: Wanna know why? Its cause of Kang Jinhyuk. Not only is Dangun not living up to its name, but its also just your perspective thats risen. -?: Right, so true. -???: LMAO, I thought it was just me. After only watching whiz videos, this feels like downing a million dry sweet potatoes. -Gdd: Cant disagree with that. -????: The 90-day update alert wasnt long ago, but Im already feeling anxious. And thousands morements followed, a relentless stream of simr sentiment. Indeed, there were many harsh words. Since views trante directly to money, negativements taking over the top spots can be a serious blow. Even our videos werent doing well. Having a stable source of coins is essential to our growth, and unfortunately, we cant ignore that fact. Park Jung-jin and Maria grimaced, a bitter taste in their mouths. All of this because Yes. Kang Jinhyuk All because of that single human being. Nirashas eyes filled with rage. He had never imagined hed be brought to such humiliation by a yer without any background or capital. After all, wasnt the entire worlds focus currently on Jinhyuk? The mere thought of Jinhyuks smug face during the recent live broadcast was impossible to shake off. Dont provoke him. If possible, avoid him. Even Shiva, the Indian deity who sponsored him, and the other divine beings had warned against entanglement with Jinhyuk. Still. Uneptable. I refuse to ept that one slight setback puts me below him. Things were different now. He had failed to awaken the second time, but Now he had ascended and acquired a new Mand. This time, I will make sure to establish my superiority. The keyy in conquering the Witch of Lamentation on Floor 15 and securing the title of world premiere. Nirasha slowly rose to his feet. Having formed an unwilling alliance, he was determined to seed at any cost. And on the day Floor 15 fell and Floor 16 opened up, People would remember the name Nirasha. It was at that precise moment. Master! The same man who had entered before rushed in again, his face pale as a ghost. Did I not make myself clear? I told you not to enter. Surely those of a lower ss wouldnt dare take my words lightly? My apologies. But, theres an urgent matter that I must report. Forgive my intrusion. Speak then. Lets hear about your so-called urgent matter. Its Some yers went to challenge the Gate Guardian without our permission. What did you say? Nirasha eximed in shock. A fool who had acted alone, ignoring themand of the alliances general. Who could be idiotic enough to confront the Gate Guardian, the one who had remained unharmed despite hundreds of attempts? Yet, the response that followed. Its Kang Jinhyuk. Everyone in the tent fell into dismay. *** Step. Step. Step. Jinhyuk, Yu Yeon-hwa, and Lee Tae-min stepped into the detour path leading to the ruins. Kreee Of course, the path wasnt unguarded. A lean figure standing over 4 meters tall. A guardian d in thin te armor, wielding a long scythe, blocked the entrance. Though his eyes were covered by an eyepatch, murky ck smoke drifted from the gaps between his sharp teeth. Jinhyuks gaze drifted downward. Drip. Drip. Blood was still dripping from the scythe, warmth emanating from each droplet. How many yers had fallen to that scythe? Without the knowledge to beat it, more would surely perish. After a brief moment observing the guardian, Jinhyuk shook his head. At the same time. [System Broadcast activated.] He started a personal broadcast. Brother, are you sure its a good idea to do a live raid broadcast? Getting that kind of aggro wont that be excessive? Yu Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min seemed apprehensive about the situation. Of course, stepping onto someone elses hunting ground and broadcasting live wouldnt earn a warm wee. It was natural for them to worry. However. Dont worry. They wont be able to do anything. If anything, this raises our own control of the situation. What do you mean? What happens when I appear here unexpectedly and turn on a live broadcast while therge guilds continue to fail? Expectations would skyrocket, and the worlds attention would turn here. If therge guilds attempted to put a stop to it? Or, even worse, turn away help without showcasing skill? They might not just be criticized C they could be totally buried. In the end, whether it was Nirasha, Dangun, or Olympus, they would be pleading to join hands with them. At least outwardly, thats the fa?ade they would need to keep up for their own safety. At that moment. -Cow: 5555? Whats this all about? Is this for real? Jinn: OMG. Its true. And its the Ruins of the Witch of Lamentation. -???: The ce where those three major guilds said theyd strike? -??: Yea, gave up without a fight, right there. -bluesky: I thought they at least made it halfway in. They havent even breached the entrance yet? After no news for so long, I wouldve never guessed it was that bad. -??????: Looks like Jinhyuk got fed up and went there himself. -?????: Wait! If hes broadcasting now, doesnt that mean hes going to show us the raid live? Viewers flooded in. Despite no prior announcement, just 30 seconds into the broadcast, the chat was bustling with hundreds ofments. Hello, everyone. Im really sorry for appearing so suddenly and without notice. The reason Ive started this broadcast is well, Ive joined the raid on the Witch of Lamentation. Showing a hint of guilt by gently biting his lip. I didnt want to interfere with another guilds territory, but I couldnt just stand by and watch the perpetual failures. Ill help you through the first Gate Guardian, and then with the assault teams permission, well continue on. Maintaining a humble and modest demeanor as he continued. With controlled voice modtion, gaze direction, and even facial muscle movement. It was a wless performance. Just in case there is any confusion, I want to say upfront this live broadcast will only cover the defeat of the guardian, and as usual, it will be reced with edited footageter on. Jinhyuk kept talking. His smooth control of the situation was nothing short of a trained talent from his days as a BJ. -Gtg4: As expected, Jinhyuks got amazing character. -Lpr: Frankly, theres no yours or mine in the Tower of Trials, right? Whoever clears it first wins. -???: Honestly, if Jinhyuk is offering to help when they cant even clear it, isnt that angelic? -lsi0: True altruism right there. Its rare to see a yer with both talent and good character. -OUY: Everyone run! Youre being deceived by a demon! -???: Did the big guilds even nt their shills here? Caught ya! -???: Gotcha, you rascal! -999e: Officer, over here! -doh: Doubting a person who cant be doubted, because hes just too good and kind? While a few viewers were quick on the uptake, most were taken in by the act. A reputation built over time shines the brightest in moments like this. Good. With the stage set, it was time to make a move. Jinhyuk retrieved a fang from his spatial inventory. Fizzzt! ck magic began to condense along the des blue edge. And. Kreee! The guardian, too, responded to that murderous intent with a long, piercing howl. The broadcast had begun. Chapter 254: Vlog Life in Europe (Part 1) Chapter 254: Vlog Life in Europe (Part 1) Three bustling days had passed since that eventful nightly outing. The Empire and the Martial World were still at war, but they had dered a temporary ceasefire to regroup their forces after the constant demonic invasions. For at least a few weeks, both sides intended to recover from the damages caused and reorganize their ranks. In the meantime, Jinhyuk was busily tending to a backlog of tasks that had piled up during those three days. The Giants Fortress, now guaranteed its status as a duchy, required a plethora of administrative work for its territory management. Balmond was also in dire need of repairs due to significant durability loss. Fortunately, the task was willingly taken on by the dwarven cksmith Orun. Y-you want me to repair such a magnificent thing? Orun gasped. Yes, I believe youre capable of managing it, Orun. Its quite worn out, so please be thorough. And dont forget to transfer it to my spatial inventory coordinates when done, Jinhyuk requested. And what if I identally break it? Orun worried. If that happens, youll have to repay with your body. Ah, but dont worry too much, I wont kill you. Ill just lock you in a sunless chamber with only one meal a day and make you hammer away, Jinhyuk joked with a chilling smile. With that, their delightful exchange was concluded. Having wrapped up his business in the Empire, Jinhyuk boarded a ne to Europe. His n was to take a leisurely break in Korea before tackling Floor 15, but he was persuaded by Theresas earnest invitation to visit her family home in Europe. Apanied by Elise, Andria, Ophelia, Wolyeong, and Cheon Yuseong, they were greeted by a Rolls-Royce Ghost at the airport and transported through the city to the serene suburbs. Joining themter were Younghwa and Taemin, rounding out the main party. Eventually, they arrived at an astonishing naturalndmark. Wow Hooh. Real wealth speaks for itself, came the exmations as they admired the three-story mansion fashioned entirely out of white marble. Antique statues, a wooden pavilion, and even a quaint littleke nearbyit was no idle boast to call it a noble European estate. Just then, Theresa approached curiously, Everyone, what are you doing outside of our Alexandros home? Alexandro? Yes, Alexandro. You know, the one I personally gifted to you, Jinhyuk Alexandro That Alexandro? Could it be? Ah, now I get it. You mean the hamster you gave me? Wait, so this whole mansion belongs to a hamster? Yes. Our little one enjoys spacious ces, so we ended up here while trying to give it freedom. Indeed, the center of the mansion disyed a solemn hamster portrait gripping sunflower seeds, adorned with a golden crown and a cape of red furnone other than Alexandro the Second. No way this is a hamsters house To think, Ive been living in a ce smaller than a hamsters Younghwa and Taemin gaped in disbelief, and even Cheon Yuseongs eyebrows shot up in astonishment. As everyone marveled at Theresas wealth, Elise puffed her cheeks in irritation. Poking Jinhyuks sides sharply, sheined. Why? The castle I lived in was muchrger and grander than this. There were statues of bats, and gardens where Pegasus roamed freely. She sounded like a child fueled by jealousy, a stark contrast to the formidable Jinzo of a few days prior. Jinhyuk patted Elises head consolingly, Sure, sure. Someday you can give me a tour of your home. Even the golem Goma blinked its pumpkin-colored eyes enviously at Alexandros picture. Hmm. Next time, Ill make a splendid frame for you, a muchrger one than that. No way Ill be outdone by a mere hamster, Jinhyuk mused, upholding his pride as an Ancient Being. As they continued to admire the views, it was quite a walk before they finally reached Theresas family homea mansion that far exceeded the previous in grandeur, seemingly endless, near the edge of the forest. Even the Middle-Eastern magnates would bow down, Jinhyuk thought. The Rosenbergs, already renowned for their aristocratic origins, had hit the jackpot with their magic stone refinement technology since the emergence of the Tower. Furthermore, with Theresas valor in protecting Amsterdam from the Outbreak and her ster performance inside the Tower, it was as if a tiger had been gifted wings. Upon their arrival, a genial middle-aged man greeted them. Wee, everyone. I am Theresas father, Dustin. Please, call me Dustin. Haha. Dustin von Rosenbergthe man frequently featured in the news as Theresas father. It is an honor to meet you. I am Kang Jinhyuk, Jinhyuk greeted warmly. Following him, Elise, Cheon Yuseong, and the others briefly introduced themselves. An honor indeed, Dustin continued. Those who live in this era and are unaware of the Highwater Corporation are rare. Especially Kang Jinhyuk, a celebrity known even more than some rankers for saving all of Europe from the Lich, single-handedly. He then presented a cascade of letters. One from the British Prime Minister and another from the President of France, all grateful for Jinhyuks actions. It seemed Jinhyuks fame had spread wider than he realized. While Jinhyuk humbly epted the adtion, Dustins next words caught even him off guard. How about it? Why dont you consider courting our youngest daughter seriously? Shes the pride of our family, and both of you are at the right age. We could even arrange a grand engagement party. Before anyone could react, three voices rose in unison. A stunned Jinhyuk, a blushing Theresa, and an incensed Elise. This was supposed to be a restful visit, but it seems thats not the case, Cheon Yuseong said with a tsk-tsk. Andria alone glowed with excitement, akin to watching a morning drama unfold. *** The storm passed shortly after Dustins explosive proposal. Witnessing Theresas flustered and Elises furious expressions was a first for Jinhyuk. The reasons were unclear, but perhaps the worry was that love and marriage could distract from their agreements. Father, may I speak with you alone for a moment? Im truly sorry, Mr. Jinhyuk. Father said something ridiculous Oh,e now. Havent you always spoken fondly of Mr. Jinhyuk? If youre smitten with someone like this, you should make your move. Mr. Jinhyuk, please seriously consider the offer. Our family will do you no wrong, and weve discovered new technology to enhance weapons with magic stones Cutting him off, Theresa forcibly ushered her father away, concluding their conversation for the time being. Afterward, the guests were free to tour the estate before dinner. An irritated Elise vanished from sight. Cheon Yuseong immersed himself in anatomy and osteology slides on his I-pad by theke. Jinhyuk ventured into the depths of the forest. This should be far enough. He had important post-raid tasks to attend toexamining his growth and rewards. I asked Taemin and Younghwa toe in thirty minutes. Better check this quickly. He first activated his personal status window. Ding! Name: Kang Jinhyuk Gender: Male Age: 27 Level: 94 Strength 89 Dexterity 30 Stamina 40 Magic Power 221 Gap 100 Luck 10 Adaptive 78 Vital Energy 4,367 Stat Points Avable: 24 Coins: 0 Profession: Runes Interpreter Unique Abilities: Fusion, Sword Tomb, Stars Blessing, Judgment of Anubis, Blood Magic, Mand, One-Second Invincibility, Thousand Poisons, White Beast, Shared Fate, Sanctuary of Sun, Imperial Dark Sky Technique, Triple Magic, Colossus Strike, Fire Dragons Breath, Speed Sword, Tombgraves Right Arm, Berserker, Winds Domain, Shadow Strike, Blood Burst Skills: Primeval me Lv13, Gluttonous Eye Lv12, Sympathy Lv9, Soul Imprint Lv10, Poison Eater Lv8, Shallow Breath Lv8, Ice Sculpture Lv13, Daylight Lv11, Giants Grasp Lv8, Soul Chasing Sword Lv9, Double Agent Lv2, Genuine Great Clear Hwarang Heart Technique Lv7, Sword Devil Emperor Step Lv12, Vague Scent Lv3, Mental Barrier Lv5, Heavenly Melody Lv4,Otherworldly Diner Lv4, Red Magic Bullet Lv10, Heavenly Net Lv3, Soul Drain Lv4, Demonic Soul Sword Lv3, w that Covers the Moon Lv9, Draw Sword Lv2, Undead Making Lv5, Battlefield Selection Lv4, Diplomacy Lv2 Barriers: Too many acquired barriers, changed to Folded Away status. Marveling at the list of hard-earned abilities and skills, a contented smile danced upon Jinhyuks lips. Truly, the experience provided by a chief-ss is unparalleled. Eight whole levels gained and 24 stat points acquired. Approaching triple digits in level, gaining eight levels at once was simply inconceivable. To handle Balmond properly, Ill need to distribute points into strength as well. [Strength increased from 89 101.] [Magic Power increased from 221 233.] Done with allocating stat points, Jinhyuk now turned his attention to the awaited rewardsa red essory recently retrieved from his spatial inventory, the Decarus Seal. To be honest, he hadnt anticipated obtaining such an item. He had previously hunted chief-ss enemies, but those were within the formal raids beyond the 40th Floor. This was his first time engaging under such adverse conditions. Thus, a reward befitting the challenge. The Decarus Seal granted dominion over all vampires within the Decarus family, as well as the rights befitting a chief. In essence, a new chief was born. However, the real value of this seal stemmed from something even more potentit allowed summoning an ancient relic, an artifact as powerful as the original holy spear, from the associated floor to this world This was precisely why the seal was vastly superior to any other form ofpensation. Huuh, Jinhyuk exhaled, steadying his trembling heart as magic energy flowed from his fingertips into the seal. Simultaneously, a magnificent light shed. [Decarus Seal has been activated!] Chapter 258 Chapter 258 With a ng, the thrown fang spun through the air and finally embedded itself into the ground. kreee. The Gate Guardians protecting the Witch of Lamentation. Among them, the Reaper blocking the shortest route was a named monster befitting the nickname of Death. Suddenly, the air changed drastically. Just as an arm was raised above the shoulder. [The Gate Guardian Reaper has activated the skill Scythe of Death!] Buzz! Soon after, the scythe swept horizontally through the air.No, to say it swept was just a means of expression. The scythe, leaving no trace, made it impossible to read its trajectory. It was the very attack that had bisected countless bodies of the raid team. But. Jinhyuk already had a massive greatsword in his hand. The greatsword of the Berserker. Just as massive as its name suggested, the heavy greatsword appeared. Boom! The collision between the scythe and greatsword resounded with a heavy impact. kree? A different tone of voice emerged from Reapers mouth. It was to be expected. The skill, Scythe of Death, was designed for a one-hit kill. But now the all-epassing scythe for the first time had failed in its role. Too slow. Jinhyuk swung the Berserkers greatsword and deflected the scythe. ng! It wasnt about reaction, but the result of learning. The subtle vibrations in the air and the flow of mana from the eyepatch, down to the minute movements of the muscles gripping the scythes handle. There were countless ways to standardize patterns. kraaaaa! Immediately, a furious rage erupted. This time, the scythe whipped through the air like a storm. [Reaper activates the unique ability Dance of Death!] Head, shoulders, arms. Abdomen. Legs. It was truly an indiscriminate barrage intent on ravaging Jinhyuks entire body. The wind pressure from the passing scythe alone was enough to slice through the stones on the ground like paper. Boom! sh! But Jinhyuk, by contrast, was swinging his greatsword a half-beat faster, deflecting all iing attacks with seeming knowledge of where each wouldnd. I told you. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth rose. Its slow. Thats when. Itaemin and Youyeonhwa, who had been watching, exhaled exmations. Of course, the exmations were of a slightly different nature than expected. Wow. Its my first time seeing someone say that line, bro. Oppa, this isnt a game time. Plus, the viewers are watching, arent they? Was that really a line to be said by someone who used the nickname Fire Fist of Bulkwangdong, a fire-starter? Others might not know, but you two of all people shouldnt act like that. Special1: Ah. Slow, indeed. Even in swinging the scythe. kdb: Is this the dissonance between edited and live broadcasts? ??? My hands and feet are tingling with responsibility! sod: Anti-magic power deficiency! Anti-magic power deficiency! The vanguard can no longer hold out. Kim Kyung-soo: Static! This is the rear guard. Only those with strong anti-magic power are advised to climb. Jelly: Hoehoeho. BB Baby-chan cant hold out and will have to leave. Lee Seung-jun: Now I see why they only upload edited versions. They erase all thister on, right? Saeyounghunhwan: Dont be too hard on them. Im sure theres a reason for their actions. Jinwook: Thats, hmm. They got shredded. Park Youngbae: Info) A grim reaper corresponds to the one who carries the souls to the afterlife when people die. When a person in the living world dies, the grim reaper from the underworld visits the deceaseds house to snatch their soul (ellipsis). Comments from the viewers seemed to pierce through to their ears. But, it couldnt be helped. To defeat the Gate Guardian no, to conquer this relic, it was necessary to understand the characteristics of those creatures. [Excessive confidence is poison, but not for the master of this relic. The Witch of Lamentations abode, the relic known as The Tomb of Antichrist, is a vast temple, created in the image of sin. Reaper, one of the Gate Guardians at the entrance, is charged with the deadly sin of Pride.] The despicable acts and despair of the seven deadly sins, known as the diseases of the tower, were so awe-inspiring that she herself wanted to create apostles in their likeness, didnt she? The Gate Guardians here are imitations created by the Witch of Lamentation, who once met the Seven Deadly Sins and sought to worship them. And. The Reaper before them is the very first of these apostles. Pride. The one who deceives opponents, holding unwavering confidence in victory in any situation. The reason the raid teams had never been able to breach Reaper was because they were overwhelmed in their first battle. The ominously appearing figure and the long scythe are all devices meant to serve that effect. If youre intimidated even once, youll fall prey to the far-reaching debuff skill, reducing all stats and abilities by 30%. However. Conversely, if one knows all this and prepares, one could be free from the effects of the wide-ranging debuff skill. Of course, it presupposed that one had the skills to back it up. [Reapers area debuff skill Contempt for the Weak has been lifted.] Good. The passive for the area debuff skill Contempt for the Weak has disappeared. It was thanks to not yielding to the opponents momentum for a duration of 3 minutes. The reaction from the viewers is good. Now its time to press down on the offensive. To incite enthusiasm for this raid from everyone. Shortly thereafter, the rankers from the three major guilds who entered the relic had to admit all their expected oues had been shattered. How is this possible For heavens sake. How could he alone Their pupils shuddered. It couldnt be helped. That monstrosity was there, single-handedly smashing the grim reaper they had struggled so much against. -mzs: Is this really a humans movement? No matter how I look at it, it feels like cheating. -ankim: Who ever said Jinhyuk was human? -Won Jun-ho: I asked someone in the bigger guilds, and they all said they were defeated by that Reaper guy. -Anonymous: Wow. So, all the top rankers from the major guildsbined are no match for Jinhyuk alone? -hyu: Even Nirasha, Maria, and Park Jung-jin are named figures, but theyd have a hard time against Jinhyuk, right? -Hwang Jae-won: Lets hurry and donate those coins. [RetiredGuy chat user donated 1,000 coins. C Heh, go buy some bread with it.] [indolence chat user donated 800 coins. C Grab a milk too.] -Choi Seung-ri: Ah. ??. If I knew it was a live broadcast, Id have saved some. I already donated elsewhere. -hal: Same here. Please leave an announcement in advance next time! -uau: Truly amazing skills that render one speechless. Hes practically ying with them. -I Love Kids: At this point, the grim reaper is starting to look pitiful. -Aaak: This is why I only watch Jinhyuks videos. ???. Comments from the frenzied viewers. Already, variousmunities and ViewTube were abuzz as Jinhyuks live broadcast soared up the real-time rankings. Boom! Fast. The great, heavy sword seemed unaffected by any mass. Whats more astonishing was not being overwhelmed by speed, but how a new sword technique was created through speed. Reaper, too, was fighting with all its might, but the bnce had long been tipped. One sh, one sh. With each crossing of the sword and scythe, Reapers body crumbled more significantly. It was almost over. The oue was approaching. And to prove it. Crunch! A gaping hole emerged in Reapers body with the third sword strike. Kreaaaa!!! A tearful roar marked Reapersst death throes. With a bang. Reapers body vanished into a wisp of smoke. A far too empty demise for a grim reaper who had tormented yers so much. Its possible, then. Nirasha bit her lower lip as she watched Jinhyuk. She had acutely felt how powerful he was in the underground tomb of the empire, but now, after her secondary awakening, she thought she could manage if she fought him again. However. Is it possible? There was no certainty. If she were to fight that human now, could she confidently win? With a new mand from her secondary awakening Nirasha could also surpass her limits, but. Would that make us only just about even after fighting with my life on the line? The thought of having to go that far to be equal was an unbearable reality to ept. At that moment. Jinhyuk brushed the dust off his greatsword. Hmm. He nodded as if to say that it wasnt so bad and then turned to face the yers who had gathered. yers lost in the aftermath finally snapped back to reality as Jinhyuk approached them. Its been a while since Ist saw you, yer Gang Jinhyuk. Maria was the first to speak. Since they met at the masked ball, she was the most familiar face among those present. Come to think of it, it should be time for her to undergo her second awakening by now. Im curious if she has replicated the highest-grade fire spells, Hellfire. Nice to meet you. Im Park Jung-jin of Dangun Guild. Park Jung-jin introduced himself as well. These two were rtively friendly at least. Im not usually one to meddle in others meals, but when I heard more and more victims are suffering, I felt unavoidablypelled to intervene. While you thrust your spoon deep into someone elses meal, you sure talk a good game. This is our preemptively secured relic. If you want to raid, go find another ce. Murderous intent red in Nirashas eyes. Well, were not exactly on chatting terms anyway. We only drew our swords to take each others lives until just recently. But, does Nirasha know? Its already toote, no matter what she says. -Noname: Did she just say something to Jinhyuk? -HelloHello: Oh, wow. Gangdara Guild. Ive been viewing them favorably due to their rapid growth, but this is disappointing. -AEng: Ill screenshot this and post it onmunities. Seems like theyre willing to disregard the future of humanity due to their ego. -Kang Han-seong: Theres only two months left, right? If they fail, will the three major guilds take responsibility? -qpq: Unsubscribe time. -peter: Im never eating curry again. Ptooey. -AnnEmbry: Monopolies truly cross the line. -108: If there was a chance, Id understand, but apparently theyve been failing continuously. -SoThatsIt: I came after exams and have only seen something I shouldnt. Do you know what the most important aspect of politicking is? Making allies for yourself. No matter how much nonsense someone spews, or how unreasonable they are, the more people p for them, the more weight their words carry. Even lies be coated in a guise of truth with the power of public opinion. Let me ask you again. Jinhyuk smiled faintly. Do you truly wish for me to take my hands off this? He nned to let them make the decision. Of course, there was only one option to choose from. In the end, Nirasha had no choice but to grudgingly ept Jinhyuk in the team. With hundreds of thousands of viewers watching, stirring up trouble would have brought with it an unstoppable bacsh. Once the situation settled down, Jinhyuk found a quiet spot to give his final farewell to the viewers. Well, Ill be concluding the broadcast here. Im not sure when the next live broadcast will be, but I hope Ill have the chance to meet you again. -Hyun: Ah, why arent you continuing to broadcast the boss battle? Thered be so many willing to donate. -Squirrel: He needs to concentrate for the battle, lets be understanding. Dont pressure him too much. -TooReal: Its truly Jinhyuks goodbye for now. -Cheonri: I cant even plead because the timing of the ending is just too impable. -gur: Bro. Update at least one video a day, please. The upload interval is just too long. -Quack: Nothing can be done. Just make sure to upload videos to ViewTube. -Lee Eun-seob: Yup, yup. Subscribed and waiting around the clock. -plo: Bye bye, see you next time, Jinhyuk oppa. -app: Yes. Til next dangle. -ild: Always cheering for you, so stay strong! -Go Yeong-jun: Im keeping my breath held until you return. Hup! Viewers expressed their regret and left one by one. [The broadcasting system has been turned off.] The chat window darkened as everyone departed. But, Jinhyuk stayed rooted in the same spot. Instead He muttered towards the empty air. Im curious. Theres something I really want to ask you, so Id appreciate it if you didnt pretend not to know Were all tired of the acting by now. An irreversible question. But then. -Saeyounghunhwan: Hmm? Are you calling me? Oh. Looks like Im the only one left in the chat. One viewer responded. A strange situation. The broadcasting system had already been turned off for some time. Suspicion turned to certainty. Or perhaps, it was something he suspected for a long time, just hesitating to confront the reality. Saeyounghunhwan. When that person first joined the broadcast, someone asked them why they chose that username. To the question, they replied, It means a new hero is always wee. But did you know? At that time, I was masquerading anonymously behind a mask. The first broadcast activated during the raid of a thousand-eyed Avalokitesvara. Surely, the broadcast began and ended with a mask on. But from that day until now. Saeyounghunhwan alwaysmented as if they equated himself with the Unknown. In every video, they left deep, piercingments unlike the other viewers. It wasnt just idle chatter and joy over a yers actions. Yes. It was as if they were seeing right through to my essence. A god? Impossible. It was not a task befitting mere gods. Even they had not seen the summit of the tower and were bound by thews of the tower C just beings of higher rank. More importantly, there was no reason for gods to take interest in the fledglings who had just entered the tower. Then there could be only one answer. You, who created this game. Jinhyuk stopped speaking midsentence. Let me correct that. Are you the one who created this world? Chapter 259 Chapter 259 There had been several asions where I had pondered over who the creators of the Tower of Trials game were and why they had chosen to release it for the public to y. What was the reason behind constructing such a supernatural and colossal structure? These curiosities had always lingered in my mind. Since the Tower first appeared, I wanted to know the reason behind it. Although I had been wholly focused on climbing and growing stronger in the Tower, I had never ignored these fundamental questions. Watch closely. With your own eyes. Jinhyuk summoned a status window. It contained some of thements New Legend Exchange had left in videos. C Judging by their ignorance, it doesnt seem like theyre from a lower floor area. C It makes sense that an oil-grade veteran would know things others dont. C Isnt there one? A veteran who walks alone, unaffiliated with anyone.C Why doesnt Unknown show up? I would like to see that yer fight alongside Kang Jinhyuk. C I doubt a match between those two would happen easily, no matter what. C Kang Jinhyuk is the only yer who can stand a chance against him. C Theres a rumor about a Hidden Piece that can surpass floors Could it actually exist? C Maybe Kang Jinhyuk has seen beyond that. C Our Jinhyuk is indeed a cut above the rest. Theres something unique about that child from the start. A series ofments flowed down the window. Theres no viewer who knows about the existence of the Boundary-Breaking Mirror. Not even a veteran knew the name. It would be improbable for an ordinary viewer to be aware of the Mirrors existence. Rumors were only usible for those with ess to such information. Moreover, the fact that people are moring to see me and Unknown together in one ce, even knowing we are the same person, is utterly absurd. The likelihood of a match between the two was non-existent since Unknown and I were one and the same. Therefore, we could only be rivals against each other. There were more than one or twoments that could serve as evidence. So, piecing together all the clues Id gathered, I was finally ready to ask the first question. C New Legend Exchange: Keke. Thats amusing. I tried my best to adjust things, but perhaps I was a bit careless if someone as perceptive as Jinhyuk saw through me? I never nned to be caught this quickly. An exmation of admiration burst from New Legend Exchange. Without any intention to deny, the status window suddenly lit up brightly. [The broadcast system has been forcibly activated.] What appeared was a giant ?. From the white question mark that filled the screen emanated an indescribable sense of unease. Could it be Is this the so-called Administrator? As improbable as it seemed, I was now facing the reality. In the past, when clearing the Tower, there was a strong desire to meet them. But now that it was happening, my heart raced uncontrobly. C New Legend Exchange: No need to be so nervous. Just because you know our identity doesnt mean we n to harm you. In fact, since you did something quite cute, were considering giving you an additional gift. Wait Us? Jinhyuks eyebrows furrowed deeply. Did that mean there were other operators? C New Legend Exchange: There are several of us. Weve been watching since the very beginning of the broadcast. Truth be told, you were the only one worth monitoring. Im aware of that. Ive been stalked to the brink of annoyance since the time of the Thousand Eyes Bodhisattva. C New Legend Exchange: No. The voice from the question mark changed in tone. As if there was no face, but the corners of a mouth could be felt twistingif one could even call it a feeling. C New Legend Exchange: Im not talking about the early days after the Tower became reality. I mean since you first started as a BJ. Weve been with you the whole time. What did you say? Jinhyuks pupils shook as if hit by a seismic event. Despite being so jaded that hardly anything could surprise him anymore, this revtion left him unavoidably bewildered. C New Legend Exchange: Jinhyuk the Tumbler, Coffin Song, 25 Years Still Dieting, etc. Why do you think those loyal viewers who always tuned into your broadcast are now nowhere to be seen? The BJ they were rooting for has grown this big, havent they? The viewer count was 20. It was a small number, but I had thought they were fans too generous for a newbie BJ like myself. But they werent human They were the operators who created the Tower? Thats a bit bitter. I thought the result was due to my efforts. C New Legend Exchange: Ah. It seems theres been a slight misunderstanding. Your unpoprity wasnt due to ack of talent in broadcasting. In fact, you had too much talentthat was the problem. So much so that we had to intervene a bit, to prevent your gamey in the Tower of Trials from being exposed outside. Additionally, weve been quite busy making sure you didnt run into financial trouble, sending stars, ordering food deliveries to your home, even ensuring the gym owner gave you a discount. We put in quite a bit of effort. The more I heard, the more astonishing it became. At this point, its hard to grasp just how long theyve been meddling with my life. One thing was certain Are you saying all this was arranged so I could focus solely on climbing the Tower? C New Legend Exchange: Exactly that. The question mark vibrated ever so slightly. As if it were proiming its utter delight. Yet, the intrigue was mutual. After all, I had met the ones behind the curtain of this staged y. What do you expect from me, given your interest in me? That was the crucial question. There had to be a reason why they orchestrated all this. C New Legend Exchange: Reach the top of the Tower once more. We hope that you will arrive at the very end of the Tower, a ce that neither any deity nor resident has reached. You want me to repeat something Ive already done? Isnt that too much effort for just that? C New Legend Exchange: The creatures on the 50th floor all Uh-oh, directmunication seems impossible. Systems can really be a headache. Unfortunately, thats all I can say for now. But remember thisst point: the peak of the Tower it ispletely different from what you knew. [New Legend Exchange has left the chat.] [The broadcast has ended.] With that, the conversation was over. The screen flickered. And the chat went dark once again. Despite encountering such a mysterious being and engaging in numerous discussions, the mystery was notpletely resolved. The peak has changed? It left behind more questions than answers. However [A message has arrived from New Legend Exchange.] The ensuing reward proved that this Q&A was anything but a waste of time. It was about 30 minutester when Jinhyuk joined Lee Taemin and Yoo Yeonhwa. Unable to disclose the conversation with New Legend Exchange, I loosely exined that we were just chatting with the viewers about the broadcast. What now? Whats the n? Bro, even though everythings going well, its not easy to solely reap the benefits among the guilds, right? The two looked at me with eager eyes, clearly amused by how smoothly things were unfolding. They seemed even more expectant about what woulde next. For starters, Ill release some information to them. While I had agreed to work with the guilds, trust between us had not been fully established. It was necessary to gain some level of confidence by sharing a few valuable pieces of information with them. And using the substantial manpower and resources of arge guild coalition, this raid should befortably manageable. Things concerning the Tower can be thought overter when I have more time. Right now, the priority was to copy skills from the rankers and sessfully conquer the relic. Several opportunities within this ce wouldnte easy, especially the ck Tears skill, which was one of the few skills that could be enhanced in the Tower of Trials. I absolutely needed to secure it for future use in the 40s floors. Oh, right. Yeonhwa, did you get to work on that thing I asked you about? Hmm? Oh that thing? Its a bit tricky to say for sure, but it looks promising. I didy it on thick to y my part. Yoo Yeonhwa shed a mischievous smile. Good. If Yeonhwa spoke this confidently, it meant we could likely rely on this card she referred to. Then lets get going. Jinhyuk rose from his seat. Nirasha and the other yers were preparing to enter deeper into the relic, so thats where we were headed next. The area was swarming with countless yers. With the Gate Guardian out of the way, the n was to dive deeper into the relic. Tankers, damage dealers, and healersall were busy forming well-rounded raid parties. Make sure everyone is stocked up on supplies. We need to be prepared to stay inside for at least a week. Spare no expense on magic potions. All expenses will be tallied up with the ounting team. Tell everyone to invest all their coins! Remember to focus the aggro on the tank before dealing damage. If you act rashly like before, well suffer unnecessary casualties. Rankers in the main raid were educating the newer recruits. Tch. Im heading in first. Nirasha, spotting Jinhyuk, sneered coldly before going about her business. In contrast, Maria seemed relieved that Jinhyuk had arrived. Why is she so grumpy? Still upset about losing her rice bowl? Please understand her. The Gandara Guild had sent some advanced parties into the relic before you arrived, but none have returned. It seemed they were impatient and had moved ahead. No wonder her mood was sour. It wasmon knowledge that Gandara Guild wouldnt be able to gather information from the relics interior alone. The second gateway essed via this route was much trickier than the first. The second gatekeeper was fashioned after one of the Seven Deadly Sins: Sloth. There, only those who remained silent could survive and proceed to the next step. After killing the Reaper and acquiring the key are six more toe. If I could defeat all the apostles created by the Wailing Witch and obtain their keys, I would then earn the right to enter the Witchs chamber. Jinhyuk nced at Maria. Before starting, I needed to The Eyes of Gluttony peered into her status window with a ding! Name: Maria Sex: Female Age: 26 Level: 61 Strength 23 Agility 35 Stamina 26 Magic Power 112 Owned Stat Points: 0 Owned Coins: 1,132,500 Job: Magic Schr Innate Ability: 5 Elemental Magic Skill: Lv7 Hellfire Lv15 Blizzard Lv15 Lightning Spear Lv14 Energy Shield Too many skills to disy, shown as Folded. [Copying Condition: Deceiving and exploiting rivals is one way to climb the Tower, but theres no need to antagonize everyone. Cooperation and unity are the best paths to conquer the Tower. If you form an alliance with Maria and refrain from betraying her until the end, you will be able to copy one of her skills.] No need to antagonize everyone Thats not entirely wrong. Ive had connections with Maria since the European Invasion and the Battle of Bayrodum. At that moment, though [Since you keep getting calls, could you spare some time now? If I dont say this now, it might be quite problematic.] A familiar voice intruded through a whisper. Chapter 260 Chapter 260 The person who had reached out through telepathy was Beriel. I had thought he was being quiet thesest few days, maybe visiting the other apostles, but it seemed he was slyly observing everything from the sidelines. Why do you say it could be troublesome? What do you mean by that? [Humans may not sense it, but theres a foul stench in the air, striking at my nose. Its quite a dangerous odor.] If it was a scent Beriel could detect Could it be? Theres a ce where demonic magic is seeping through? In these ruins? [Its quite far from here. That witch must be up to something. Given the stench mingling, it appears theres someone else with her as well.] The seventh chamber inside the Tomb of the Antichrist houses the Holy Demonic Essence, one of only three ces in the tower capable of manifesting a Demon King and demons.Furthermore, if it involves those individuals. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. The most likely scenarios ran through his mind. He could roughly guess how the situation was unfolding. And he also had an idea of how to use it to his advantage Thanks for the tip. I never thought Id see the day when a Demon King would actually be helpful. Thanks to him, Ive obtained some useful information. [Haha, dont be too grateful. If it is indeed a demon of rank being manifested, its beyond your abilities to handle.] Are you trying to say Im going to die? [Exactly. However, if you be my apostle, you could avoid a miserable death. Even now, ept the contract, lowly human. I dont often extend such invitations.] Wow, so youre quite a charismatic Demon King, huh? Seeing how confidently you speak. The corners of Jinhyuks lips curved upward. [Hahaha! Have you finallye to realize my greatness even a bit? If so, you must understand what an honor it would be to be my apostle. Now, quickly, let us forge a bond between our souls and] No thanks. [What?] Your information is appreciated. But offering a tip and expecting a contract in return? That wont cut it. At this level, it would take at least another 30 pieces of valuable intel before Id even consider such a deal. So, by all means, keep it up. Attracting a good apostle isnt an easy task, especially during these times of talent scarcity. [Wait a minute! What do you think youre doing to! This is not just about demon culture, its about moral ethics, you damn brat! Even the Demon Kings dont] Beriel tried desperately to hold on, but Jinhyuk had already turned off the whisper mode. Thats when It seems you were talking to someone familiar? You looked quite happy Maria, standing next to him with perked ears, opened her mouth. She didnt hear what was being said due to the mute function, but she couldnt help but notice his constant beaming smile. Ah, I received a scouting offer. Just casually declined it, saying I wasnt interested. Scouting offer? That means A sh of interest crossed Marias eyes. She realized that it must be a giant force, not a guild, extending the offer to Jinhyuk. Besides the Empire or the Martial World, was there a power in the middle strata that has yet to make an offer to Mr. Jinhyuk? Um its a bit higher up than that. Higher up? Maria swallowed hard. His words meant that even the upper echelons were showing interest in Jinhyuk. What shocked her more was that hed coolly declined them. Amazing, as expected She couldnt bring herself to ask if Olympus was of no interest to him. With upper stratum forces after him, would they even catch his eye? However, if Olympus remained passive, their influence would wane until they were forgotten in everyones memory. As if anticipating her thoughts, Jinhyuk smoothly broached the subject. Gandharan Dangun might not be a bad option to join forces with, but everyones struggling to find their own bowl of rice. Besides, how could you calmly trust your back to those who may betray you at any time and ce? Thats true. Were only allied temporarily due to mutual interests for this raid. Ephemeral contracts like merit points or rewards could turn to mere scraps of paper on a whim. So, forget about such characters and join hands with me. What? I think Maria, myself, Yun Taemin, and you, can conquer this ce together. Not to mention we would have more rewards to share among us. But why me, specifically? I cant exactly tell her its due to the cloning condition. Id rather hit her over the head gracefully, but theres a use in the contract prohibiting such action. And whenparing the experience points and items gained here to Hellfire there was only one obvious choice. No other reason. I just feel I can trust you, Maria. My instincts tell me so. Jinhyuk smiled gently. A warm smile that melted away all doubts and worries. A new alliance was formed within the coalition. A secret alliance that neither Nirasha nor Park Jungjin could possibly be aware of. So you and Miss Maria are nning to pass through the route where the recon team went missing? Nirasha asked incredulously. Thats the n. Is that truly what you wish, Miss Maria? Yes. After some thought, Ive made my decision. I will follow Mr. Jinhyuk. Maria nodded slightly. The main route weve found is heavily popted with medium-ss monsters, but thats it. The path is wide, and visibility is good, so there are no unexpected variables. Park Jungjin also frowned as he added his two cents. Rationally, the choice was clear. The main route, which could be brute-forced with numbers, versus an unknown shortcut that had wiped out the entire recon team. Considering stability and the likelihood of sess, the choice was obvious. If youre worried, you can all take the path Ive chosen. Its definitely safer, I can guarantee that. Guarantee? Ha. Dont make meugh. We reluctantly epted you because of the viewers gaze, not because we trust you, understand? Moreover, we dont need such aid; were more than capable of conquering these ruins on our own. In other words, dont overstep. If thats how you feel, then we have no choice but to go our separate ways. I will assign some of my people to apany you. Its a decision made as the overall raid leader, so please dont take it the wrong way. Its merely meant as assistance. With a flick of her finger, Nirasha signaled a sturdy man to step forward. Arun. A member of the Gandhara Guild, who had received direct Mand training from Nirasha. Though called an assistant, it really meant surveince. However, Jinhyuk maintained his smile. Assistance. Your gracious offer is appreciated. Indeed, I was in need of people to apany me. Shortly after, the second strike team, separate from the first, arrived at the path guarded by the second apostle. The very ce where the entire scouting team had met their end. The straight corridor was only wide enough for about five people to pass through. This must be the ce. [Arun activates his unique ability, Vibrant Deprivation Mand!] A golden mist spread along the entire passage. Impressive A content hum escaped Aruns lips. Thanks to the power of his Mand, which could pierce through the essence of any object, he could identify the trapsid out in the corridor. The Corridor of Silence. Here, if someone talks or makes noise beyond a certain decibel level due to motions, a curse would render them asleep. Obviously, the curses effect was of an absolute judgment level, rendering it impossible to counteract with skills or unique abilities. Once hit by the curse, one would fall asleep for at least a week. No wonder the advance scouting team perished en route. While it strains the body, using my ability was a wise decision. He had to ensure Gandharas passage through at least the second gateway. This ruin required specific conditions to move on to the next level. Therefore, clearance was essential. Not to mention, it was also a venue avable for live broadcasting. We shall pass through first. Dont get in the way; stay back. Youve found a way to bypass the trap? Yes. Theres no point exining to you, so well go first, and then demobilize the trapter for you. Fine, go ahead. Unexpectedly, Jinhyuk withdrew without protest. Although a little suspicious, Arun didnt dwell on it. Since he had figured out the traps trigger and the other party had yielded, there was no need to push further. There wont ever be a trap disarmament, so enjoy standing there and watching for eternity. Step by step. Arun and the other four yers confidently approached the start of the corridor. Keeping the noise down was hardly a difficult task for them. They moved quietly, making only slight sounds with their steps, as they absorbed every sound with their breath. Though not fast, they were steadily advancing and would reach the end soon. Just maintainposure, and well get through. A hint of red bloomed on Aruns face as the goal loomed near. Finally, he was about to surpass that veteran and earn Nirashas recognition. But thats when it happened. [Ba-bam, ba-bam, bam-bam-bam, ba-bam-bam-bam! All troops, assemble at the training grounds by 06:30!] A deafening bugle call erupted from the start point. Ah. The morning call Sorry about that. I meant to put it on silent. Haha. Jinhyuk awkwardly switched off the red status window. Set to prevent oversleeping, it had sted off here. How embarrassing. The sheer audacity of the interruption was unmatched. Especially since it coincided with a thunderous military wake-up call. This tearing you apart wouldnt be satisfying enough Aruns words trailed off. He could no longer hold off the onught of sleep and could no longer maintain conscious thought. Im sorry. To pass here, at least five people must sumb to the sleep curse. Please know that your voluntary sacrifice is something we will not forget. Sacrifice my foot Ill As his vision began to fade, Jinhyuk seemed to bow apologetically in the distance. Or at least his bright white teeth, seen through a twisted mouth, seemed to suggest so. And with a thud, That was thest thing Arun remembered. Chapter 261 Chapter 261 In the seventh chamber of the Antichrists tomb, the Witch of Lamentation stared at a gigantic ss orb before she cursed out loud. What in the world is this madman? It was a scene so preposterously out of the ordinary that it left her at a loss for words. And justifiably so, as she was flustered. One of the humans who had entered the ruins was acting in ways that defied allmon sense, with every single action surpassing what was considered rational. My apostles are all getting smashed to bits? At first, when the battle began with the Reaper, the Apostle of Pride, she had thought of him as a somewhat unique intruder. Someone with exceptionalbat prowess and overflowing confidence could have defeated the Apostle of Pride. But the intruder who effortlessly crushed the apostle had even broken through the Silent Corridor.And soon after, he was toying with the Apostle of Sloth who guarded the end of the passage. -To defeat the Apostle of Sloth, do nothing. Be morezy, more slothful. Only those who perceive everything indifferently and have given up on all can pass through the second gate. But The intruder had implemented the strategy to perfection. Damn it! What kind of yer is sozy that even their heart finds beating too bothersome and stops?! It was beyond criticism that he had be so slothful he brought himself to the brink of death. Even an apostle recoiled with disgust from his condition. Moreover, he wore a ludicrous outfit that even his dreams would hate to conjure, driving the Apostle of Lust to shriek and flee. He enlightened the Apostle of Envy with personal counseling. He overcame the gates with preposterous and bizarre methods. Though the situation was downright maddening, it also had to be admitted as the most effective strategy. Already Four of the apostles have been breached. There were guardian monsters protecting the apostles, but even they were swept away by a man with strange machines and a woman who used martial arts. The female sorceress using magic was equally formidable. And thus, without even two days passing, four of the apostles had lost their lives. The Witch of Lamentation was reeling under pressure beyond her imagination because she hadnt anticipated the gates to be breached so rapidly. It was then that the inevitable realization struck. Didnt I tell you? Hes a human not to be underestimated. We, too, have been outyed by him several times already. If you dont prepare properly, even the great Witch will have to drink the same punishment as we did. Beside the Witch of Lamentation, a pair, a man and a woman, appeared. They were the rankers of the Round Table who led the Mage Association. They were Gawain and Tristan. The two had repeatedly stressed the dangers posed by Jinhyuk. The Witch of Lamentation had only scoffed in return. Indeed. It seems I took your words too lightly. I underestimated my opponent far too much. By now, she had no choice but to acknowledge the reality. The current threat was different from the adventurers and witch hunters that hade before. So, what are you proposing? Throwing a few light punches wont make a difference against that man. Rather, it will only weaken our own forces. Tristan moved towards the orb. His jet-ck hair cascaded down past his shoulders. We need a strong, decisive blow. One that ensures he wont even think of getting up. There was a way. Thats why the Mage Association hade here in person. Tell me what you need. Whatever it is within my power, I will grant it. As it stands, seeing vermin continually invade my inner sanctum is making my blood boil. The Witch of Lamentation epted the mages proposal. A bright smile then spread across Tristans face. Time. The relic was a vast space, and they had the advantage in numbers. With these two aspects, they could prepare a ruthless counterattack. Kyaaaaah! Kraaaaagh! The monsters howls echoed throughout. The technique of the Magic Sword unfolded over the fangs manifesting the Tomb of Swords. Sssshk! An insect-like monster was sliced in half. A creature resembling abination of a moth and centipede didnt survive a single blow, shattering into pieces. However, there was no time to rest. The insectoid monsters were so numerous that losing a few dozen meant nothing to the swarm. They are approaching from the side again! Maria shouted while casting a spell. Reacting to her call, Yoo Yeonhwa and Lee Taemin took action. Wooop! Kukukukukuku! Blue energy coalesced around Yoo Yeonhwas fists and feet. Having surpassed 5-star, her Taeching Hwarang Sword Technique now enabled her to emit condensed energy over 30cm outward. Krooooo! A beetle monster as big as a house tried to mp down on Yoo Yeonhwa, aiming to slice her apart. [Yoo Yeonhwa activates Lv13 Red Blossom Force!] The condensed energy unleashed in a devastating st. Kwaang! The beetles body burst open from the inside, and the surrounding insects were pulverized into dust. On the other side, Lee Taemin took action, d in mechanized armor resembling the Titan of the Empire. Thump! His heavy leap felt distinctly powerful. The hinges on his back opened, releasing magical bombs in all directions. Puff-puff-puff-boom! Kaboom! What followed was a bombardment akin to a sea of mes. Burning the insects was proving to be a most efficient method of extermination. Dozens of magical bombs painted a red path through the vast room with mes. Furthermore, closebat with a titanium shield and short sword made it a truly versatile armament. And then. The climax of the onught was Marias Hellfire, having finished her casting. Thank you for buying me the time to cast, she expressed her gratitude. [Maria summons Lv7 Hellfire!] Fwssshhh! The moisture was sucked out of the air. The atmosphere grew arid, leaving a metallic taste of blood on dry, cracked lips. This was one of the strongest pyromancy spells. It was known as Hellfire, the end stage that a yer could reach. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! After the fireball passed, nothing remained. Not even the faintest screams could survive, consumed by the mes. Thus, as more of its insect minions fell, the Apostle of Greed grew increasingly desperate. More I need more insects. More curses must spread. Its not over yet, not Crunch! Ultimately, it was Jinhyuk who ended its life. [Key of Greed obtained.] [Key of Sloth obtained.] [Key of Lust obtained.] [Key of Envy obtained.] With the key of Pride included, that made five. Jinhyuk collected the keys from the defeated apostles and stored them in a corner of his spatial inventory. Chapter 262 Chapter 262 A n that benefits us all, what does that mean? Nirashas hand paused momentarily. Tristans smile deepened even further. Kang Jin-Hyuk. A name. That was all it needed. As expected, Nirashas expression noticeably changed upon hearing it. Are you suggesting we eliminate that man? By joining forces with you? Havent you suffered enough at the hands of Kang Jin-Hyuk as well? Weve been eager for retribution too.Sure, killing that bastard would be the best Christmas present, but if it gets out that were involved with you, it wont just tarnish the guilds name. Our guild couldpletely disappear. If yers climb the tower to prevent the destruction of humanity, miners primary concern is to manifest demons in this world. Even without that, coborating with a bunch of criminals on the most-wanted list would result in more losses than gains. Well, thats true, but all that only happens if our alliance is exposed. You think you can prevent information leaks during a live broadcast in a dungeon? Thats quite an oversight. Its no mistake. And its certainly not unfounded confidence. Because We have the current owner of the dungeon on our side. The great witch proficient in curses and barriers. If she could control seven gate guardians, creatures said to be incredibly difficult to manage She could also cast a barrier that interferes with the broadcasting system. Nirashas face lost its smirk. An alliance between the association of miners, the boss monster, and a top guild. Certainly if thats the case, theres a possibility. A mere yer couldnt prevent it, not to mention that even the force of a nation would struggle. Are you saying we can interpret that as you joining us? Lets hear the n first. Though she said so, her heart was already leaning towards agreement. Just a little more assurance was needed here. The role of Nirasha and the Gandara Guild would be simple. Just cut off their supply and support; well take care of the rest. The supply route are you talking about the Olympus Guild? Yes. Thats right. Currently, the second assault team consisted of four people, including Jin-Hyuk, and yers from Olympus. Four were managing the offense, while the rest were in charge of support If their rear could be annihted, those at the front would be entirely isted. In other words, rats trapped in a jar. Did you keep silent all this time intending to draw them in deeply? How interesting. I didnt think miners would have this much patience. Its not difficult, isnt it? When you take care of the small fries, theres hardly any risk. Alright but were not going to hit Olympus alone. You want support? With your capabilities, you could easily sweep the rear alone; why? In case the n fails, I want to secure an exit strategy. At least, I will not show my face there. Nirasha drew a firm line that she would not budge on. Eventually, Tristan stepped back. Then, well support you with an Apostle from our side. The one governing Wrath. Gawain will also assist you. Support from an Apostle and a miner executive. That should suffice. More than enough. *** Kuku-kukuku! The stone walls of the entire dungeon moved simultaneously. Obstacles vanished in an instant, and various monsters leaping to defend their realm dissipated like smoke. A clear path. Brother something feels off. Hyung, I think all the bugs have retreated. Both Yu-Hyeonhwa and Lee Tae-Minmented. There is no sign of magical power around. It seems like the barrier and traps throughout the dungeon have been deactivated Maria, who was using detection magic, looked puzzled. On the other side. Jin-Hyuk grinned mischievously. As expected. Are theying at us like this? This was an invitation. If you are confident,e this way. The bait was all too obvious, but it suggested they had done considerable preparations. If the road that one must take anyway is open, theres no reason to refuse. On the contrary, it saves time for us. Lets go. But, brother, isnt this clearly a trap? Are we going to proceed just like that? A trap If it werent borate enough to choke us, it wouldnt be a trap. This was just childs y, a mere wishful thinking. Youll be left behind if youre toote. Leading the way, Jin-Hyuk broke into a stride. Hyungs confidence is really something Ha, lets go. Iming. His threepanions followed, their heads shaking in disbelief. How long had they walked? After traversing a long corridor, they reached a room filled with countless monster statues. The so-called Room of Repentance. This was thest barrier to the Witch of Lamentation. And it was guarded by one of the most troublesome of the Seven Deadly Sins. Grrrrr Just then, came a gargled growl. Boom! Boom! Boom! A 3-meter-tall Apostle emerged from between the statues. A figure with green skin and protruding tooth tusks. The swollen belly and muscr arms were quite impressive. But what caught the eye most was the giant cart being dragged along. The cart, filled with unidentifiable chunks of meat and nts, exined why the Apostle was called Gluttony. Ding! A purple status window appeared before everyone. [To inflict effective damage on the Apostle of Gluttony, you must consume the ingredients from the cart it is dragging.] [Otherwise, all unique abilities and skills will be nullified.] The meat and nts in the cart contained a special substance called Pectechrosin, and it needed to be infused with mana to deal damage to the Apostle. The problem was Aside from the horrific appearance of the ingredients, they had such awful scents and tastes that no normal human would dare to bring them to their mouth. It was impossible even for someone with a strong stomach. Do we have to eat that? Maria backpedaled with a pale face. Seriously, they can be so petty. If thats the only way, well have to try This is frustrating. Yu-Hyeonhwa and Lee Tae-Min swallowed hard, even with all their experiences. That was when. Gruaaaaaa! Identifying the intruders, the Apostle of Gluttony pulled out a cudgel from inside the cart. Closing the distance in an instant. Bang! The cudgel skimmed Jin-Hyuks head and shattered a statuesque monster behind him. Still fast. Unfitting its size, its movements were like a swallow in water. If Jin-Hyuk hadnt noticed the cue of its little toe angling slightly inwards before its maximum eleration, his head might have cracked open. However, the attack didnt end there. It had just begun. Groaaar! The Apostle of Gluttony swung the cudgel once again. This time, Jin-Hyuk slightly diverted the angle to let the attack slide past. No, he thought he let it slide past. Sssst! A sharp pain in his shoulder. Not from the cudgel. Upon contact with the green smoke wafting around the cudgel, his flesh began to burn. Picked up bad habits eating spoiled things now, havent you? Jin-Hyuk widened the gap further. ording to the system, their normal attacks wouldnt work, leaving them with no option but to dodge At least until they tasted that food. Of course, knowing the method was one thing; actually executing it was entirely another matter. Ugh Hyung, this is urk! Tastes like its straight from hell. How am I supposed to eat this? Lee Tae-Min and Yu-Hyeonhwa, who had been trying to shove food into their mouths, spat it out immediately. The squishy grey chunks of meat slumped to the floor. No matter how urgent the situation, it was simply impossible to eat. Then, suddenly, the Apostle of Gluttony reached toward the cart. As if to show this is how one eats. Gru gruaaaa! Gulp, gulp! Chunks of meat were swallowed. [Your attack power has risen by +10!] [Your agility has increased by +12!] [Your movement speed has surged by +8!] Status windows appeared in quick session. Eat more, and the stats keep rising. The already thick arms seemed to bulge a little more, no illusion there. Tastes good. Just chew properly before swallowing. Youll choke. Jin-Hyuk smirked bitterly. Goooooo! The Apostle of Gluttony roared wildly and began its rampage anew. *** Boom, boom, boom! Bang! The Apostle of Gluttony was getting more ferocious, but the party was struggling to cope. Knowing the only method to fight back yet unable to use it, their situation was dire. They weaved through the statues, evading as best they could, but being caught was inevitable. As the situation tipped overwhelmingly in one direction Now it seems youve settled down. Walking into someones home and wreaking havoc was twisting my stomach. Now, I need to think how to make your death as painful as possible. A new voice interrupted. Chill! The air turned to ice. An ominous and dark presence began to overtake the room filled with statues. The beautiful woman with ck hair was not to be ignored, but the real threat came from the haggard old crone in a tattered robe. She was beyondparison to any Apostle theyd faced before. This power. This feeling. There was no doubt. Jin-Hyuks eyes narrowed. That old woman is the Witch of Lamentation. Hed been curious which of her thousand faces she would wear this time. That old crone must be the Witch of Lamentation. Finally, he had met her. The primary actor in this raid. Its rather cowardly of those from the mine and bosses to hide behind and only show up after were sapped of strength, isnt it? Ho-ho. Perhaps wise is a better description? Who are you? My name is Tristan. Arade of Lancelot, who faced you. Simply calling him arade seemed to carry a bit more emotion. It was clear he had no intention of sending Jin-Hyuk off gently. Jin-Hyuk casually nced towards the entrance of the dungeon. If youre hoping for backup, I would advise giving up hope. And whys that? Because the Apostle governing Wrath went to join Gandara Guild and Gawain at the Olympus side. Though seeing you squirm like this, it seems additional coordinated attacks wouldnt be necessary. Tristan shrugged nonchntly. That cant be possible. Shocked by the revtion, Marias pupils shook with disbelief. It was outrageous enough that the miners and the dungeon boss had joined forces, but to think even the Gandara Guild would betray them was beyond imagination. If true, there was no hope. The difference in strength was not just severe but overwhelmingly insurmountable. They would be methodically picked apart and ultimately surrounded from both sides. However, Even as everyone fell into despair, Jin-Hyuk still wore a smile. There are two things youre mistaken about. First, Ive been biding time against that hulking thing, too. Do you mean to say you purposefully extended the fight? I had to wait for you lot to crawl out. If you tucked your tails and ran, it would have been a headache to track you down. To perfectly hunt, it was best to let your prey believe they are the hunter, basked in overconfidence. A second mistake, I already knew youd collude with Gandara. The miners would have considered every possible scenario. Joining forces with the Witch of Lamentation was expected, but that alone wouldnt guarantee victory. Thus, approaching Nirasha who was gued with inferiority was also a predictable move. Splitting forces to attack us and Olympus isnt a bad n. Its a basic strategy to cut off support and weaken your enemy. It was the epitome of conventional tactics. But Convention was also the easiest to predict. Curb your arrogance. Do you expect us to believe you anticipated all this? If youre trying to destabilize us by retroactively fitting the situation, youre vastly mistaken. It might be bluster, or it might not. Either way, youll find out soon enough which one it is. What does that mean? Tristans voice quivered slightly, confidence shaken by Jin-Hyuks continuous certainty. Ive also made preparations for the rear, to be clear. He had called for reliable reinforcements. Perhaps much more powerful than what they had prepared. Chapter 263 Chapter 263 Hurry up over there. Were going to start moving soon too. How far has the squad assigned to the mobs gotten? We cant move on to the next section until theyre finished. Its been about an hour, so we should be hearing something soon. We just received word from the rear that thebat rations and spare parts are ready. Most of the mana stones from the monster corpses have also been collected. Were approaching the final stages now. While the vanguard led by Jinhyuk yed a critical role, the rear had its own responsibilities. It was their job to take care of all the misceneous tasks so the vanguard could focus on zing the trail. Suddenly, someone noticed something strange. What? Whosing? One of the yers at the front, gathering mana stones, tilted their head in confusion.Familiar figures from the Gandara team appeared in the distance. Theyre from Gandara Why have those guyse all the way here? Thats odd. They should be busy tackling their own route right now Somethings not right. There was a silentpetition between the first and second attack squads over who would reach the Witch of Sorrow first. The elite of Gandara, who were the main force, had no reason toe this way. Moreover, approaching the rear without any sort of contact was beyondmon sense. Instinct writhed. Something was terribly wrong. There was a certainty that they werent approaching with good intentions. Shhhing! All sorts of weapons readied themselves for an unexpected event. Damn it. Those bastards have drawn their weapons. Are they out of their mind! Alert the rankers at once! But before anyone could scream One of the female yers from the Gandara Guild, an assassin named Sagitta, optimized forrge-scale battles, had already closed in. Her shoulders were bared, and her circr de flew out like lightning. There wasnt even time to react. Buzzzz! The de flew towards a bearers neck. An eerie coldness brushed against the skin. However, what followed wasnt the gruesome sound of flesh being sliced and bones being cut. ng! A sharp metallic sound filled the air. Sagitta clicked her tongue, surprised at the futility of her surprise attack. But an even more astonishing event had just begun. To think that my esteemed task would amount to babysitting humans Even if its a direct order from Elise, this is truly vexing. Belus revealed his sharp fangs. Behind him, numerous vampires began to unsheathe their rapiers one after the other. Watch your mouth. That person is now the leader of the Decarsus family. I wont forgive any disrespect towards our lord, Ophelia frowned sharply. Ha! Since when has a human be the head of a great family? And since when did you swear loyalty to that human? Its nothing more than repaying the person who saved my life. And you, do you not ept Jinhyuk, whom our lord follows? What, what? Whos following whom? The mighty previous Ataraxia family head has be so soft. Laughing sheepishly like a teenager. Quite amusing. You Decarsus vermin dare to insult him! Ill nail a cross to your thick skull! Oh dear. Attaraxia always resorts to insults when words fail. Always so vulgar While the two vampires bickered, yers from both formations stood with mouths agape, lost for words. Is this really happening Vampires? Why are those creatures defending humans? The Gandara Guild couldnt hide their confusion. Olympus was equally shocked. Whats going on here? Are they going to help us? If the Olympus Guild, mostlyposed of bearers and miners, were to truly fight, they wouldntst more than thirty minutes before crumbling. But the intervention of the vampirespletely changed the tide. Wipe them all out. Bl-Block them! Belus cold voice and Sagittas desperate shout intersected. Boom Boom Boom! Giant explosions roared, and horrific screams echoed through the air. Members of the Ataraxia bloodline began to ughter the dealers, having broken through the tank formation. They were overwhelming. Even the advantage of numbers seemed to fade inparison. Krink! des and rapiers shed chaotically. There were very few rankers capable of even attempting to fight Belus or Ophelia. Ordinary yers needed at least a group of five to challenge a single bloodline member. Instead of gaining the upper hand, they were gradually pushed back. Kugh! Sagitta let out a heavy groan. She hadnt expected them to anticipate this, let alone call for such powerful reinforcements. But of course, she thought. Nirashas words were right, to always prepare for the unforeseen. Simply increase the safety measures to cover any new variables. Hmm. You seem to handle the situation without much fuss. Perhaps you have more tricks up your sleeve? You think our target is just here? Olympus rear wasnt their only responsibility. Up ahead was a team dedicated to dealing with small monsters, and even further back was a team overseeing the byproducts and supplies. Three in total. In other words, there were three locations to defend. The front line dealing with mobs is probably well-equipped, but it doesnt matter. We sent a matching monster, too. And the most vulnerable rear isnt even worth mentioning. Sagittas lips curved up in a smile. She had modestly described it as a matching force, but in fact, she had sent an overwhelming monster. She had sent the Apostle of Wrath, the most furious and relentless of the seven apostles, along with Gavain and the Mines. No matter how skilled the opponent, it was impossible to block everything. However Belus expression remained unchanged upon hearing this. I would honestly love to see that damned creature take a hit from you guys, but its futile. The human brat is annoying, but hes no fool. What? Hes already read everything from above you. The prepared cards werent limited to one hand. With a stature of three meters and skin tinged with a touch of red His blood-red eyes and the aura emanating from his body were clear signs of danger. [Apostle of Wrath Rephels] One of the seven apostles created by the Witch of Sorrow. Among them, the Apostle of Wrath stood out the most. Even if the intruders defeated the other six apostles, thest one was created with the singr purpose of protecting the ruins. Crunch! Snap! Kahahaha! More! Bring me more, you filthy humans! Struggle more, thrash around more! Every swing from Rephels greatsword brought a storm of blood. Armor was shredded whole, and torsos went flying. His power was overwhelming. Rephels did not stop for even a moment, just moving forward, cutting down everything that got in his way. Ugh What kind of monster is this Even the main attack squad of Olympus Guild, which had seen its fair share of battles, couldnt put up a fight and was easily dismantled. Their attacks didnt phase the opponent at all, whereas the enemys light swings swept away the tanks, leaving them in despair. Half of their numbers had vanished in an instant, the rest soon to follow. There was no way to contend with a disaster-like monster. But then, Someone appeared, blocking Rephels path. Hmm. I tried to make it here quickly, but I seem to be slightlyte. You guys can rest a bit. Ill take it from here. Kekeke Kahahaha! An old geezer dares to face me? Rephels burst into a maniacalughter. If it had been a group like before, maybe, but just one person? At this point, it was simply ludicrous. Hmm. You seem quite strong. I havent been in the tower much, but I know that a talking monster isnt ordinary. Youve only been in the tower a few times? Only a couple, yes. That means youre one of those poor wretches who couldnt join any of the seven great guilds or whatever theyre called? Heh. It seems so. Well, thats not incorrect. Im not particrly affiliated with any ce. Its absurd. You dont know your limits ande to face me. It seems like you know how to wield some ki, but that wont do you any good against me. For the crime of obstructing me with your pathetic tricks, you shall pay with death. [Apostle of Wrath activates its unique ability, Armor of Grudge.] Fzzzt! A ck armor enveloped the entire body. The Apostle of Wrath was deemed iparable not just because of his tremendous offensive power but also because piercing through this armor seemed an unimaginably difficult task. -To pierce the armor of grudge, one must excel in a skill or unique ability beyond level 35. A level 35 F-rank attack skill was necessary over a level 1 SSS-rank power. While there were yers who possessed the former, finding someone with thetter skill level was impossible. Such was logical C non-residents didnt have the time to achieve that level of prowess. But there was one man who could. A man who dedicated his life to the martial arts even before the tower appeared. He was known as a Martial artist. [Yu Cheonyeong activates level 41 (10-star) Jintae Cheonghwarangsimbeop!] Kukukukuku! The entire corridor shook violently. Dust spread from the ground around Yu Cheonyeong formed a pattern. Lets see How much these creatures of the tower can truly withstand. Ill have a firsthand go. For Yu Cheonyeong, who had practiced the Jintae Cheonghwarangsimbeop to its extremities, raising his skill level within a short period was no difficult task. Thus, the flow of ki hadpletely changed. At the same time, an obstacle appeared in front of Gawain and the Mines. And you are? Gawains eyes narrowed. Sitting in front of the supplies was the holy woman who saved Amsterdam, Theresa. Of all things, a holy knight showed up. Divine power was a tricky counter to the Mines abilities, located on theplete opposite end of the spectrum. However, that was all. A smirk appeared across Gawains face. Divine power, while problematic, is overly ambitious if you think that alone can stop us all. You dont really believe we are ignorant of how to counter that power, do you? Weaknesses can bepensated. The Mines had already formted countermeasures for this threat. But Gawains tone suddenly trailed off mid-sentence. This feeling Could it be? It wasnt divine power. Apletely different, ominous and heavy energy began to rise. Hmm A strange moan escaped Theresas lips. Dont worry. I wont use the divine power you expect. Unlike that innocent girl, I prefer to tear my enemies apart directly. Although it was Theresas body, the being before them was definitely not Theresa. Split personality? Gawains face lost its smile. Chapter 264 Chapter 264 Enough with the empty threats, just surrender obediently. How dare someone as fragile as a saintess The words of the minion halted abruptly. The Theresa that had been there just moments ago had vanished, reced instead by a view of Gawain and her otherpanions who should have been behind her. It was an impossibility under normal circumstances. Huh? His head had been twisted 180 degrees. Staggering, his body soon fell sideways with a heavy thud. Boom! Where do you think youre touching with those filthy hands?No special weapon was used. Just bare handsand with such light effort, she snapped the neck of an adult man. Crack! Dark sparks burst around Theresas body. An ominous aura of magic power swirled about her, hardly like anything a saintess, known for sacrificing her life to save others, would possess. Magic Simr powers. Even if her personality changed, it should be impossible for her to manifest such conflicting abilities Holy power and magic. Two forces that should never coexist within one person. Yet there existed someone who could wield both simultaneously. All you know is slightly different from reality. But, I guess theres no need to exin everything to someone about to die. Theresa slowly got up. Swoosh! A dark-tinted sword pointed forward. Are you really willing to fight? Joining us would obviously be more beneficial for you if you can handle magic. We can help you achieve what you desire. Hmm. Fulfill my desires You guys? Gawains face flickered with a hint of light for a moment. The thought crossed his mind that she might have defected to their side. But it was only for a brief instance. Im afraid I find the veterans on our side a bit more appealing. Jinhyuk, Yuseongthey are totally my style. As for minions like youyouck the vor that makes it worth nurturing and consuming. In other words, youre dull. Negotiations havebroken down. That they have. Theresa nodded. At her signal, Gawain gestured towards the minions at either side. Yes. Understood. Swoosh. Swoosh. The minions quickly spread out, their crimson auras taking shape around their weapons. Its a pity. A talent like yours would have been quite useful for the association. If she refused, there was only one option left. Kill her. Gawainsmand was clear. Instantly, the minions unleashed the magic they had been gathering. [Multicast Spell Lv20 Serpent of Agnia activated!] Beneath Theresa, a hexagram drawn in blood materialized, and then Boom! Boom! Boom! Out burst a ck serpent that swiftly bound Theresas entire body. A high-level binding skill activated by thebined magic power of more than ten minions,plete with an Energy Drain arrangement to sap Theresas magic power. To think youd bind ady with a serpent. Isnt that a bit too harsh? Theresa struggled against the constricting serpent. But the serpent, tightly coiled, did not budge. Someone who nonchntly breaks peoples necks with their hands hardly deserves such courtesy. Oh, dear. That hurts my feelings. Dont worry about emotional wounds How about the ones about to decorate your body? Gawain grinned as he pulled out his spear. As long as she remained restrained, he nned to impale the saintess through the heart with his spear. The sharp point stopped mere centimeters from where Theresas heart should be. It seems you dont n on letting me go, so, if thats the case, Ill have to free myself. You think you can escape? Its impossible with your power. Well see about that. Theresas eyes darkened further. Then, at that moment Whoosh! Keeee! The serpent confining her screamed in agony as it was consumed by mes. This is impossible! Feeling an ominous magic power surge, Gawain desperately thrust his spear. However, Theresas burst of magic power was swifter than the spear could pierce her flesh. [Theresa activates her unique ability The Saintess of a Fallen Kingdom!] Her second unique ability, only usable when she had embraced her fall to corruption, the Saintess of a Fallen Kingdom. She took up the sword to save a nation, did save it, but in the end, was betrayed by the very nation she had saved. It was said she carried no regrets about her life until herst breath, but That wasnt the truth. She resented. She suffered. She wanted to live to survive the horrendous mes. And so, the saintess wished to curse everything in the world with her dying breath. Ah A sorrowful sigh escaped from Theresa. [The conditions have been met.] [The grudge of the deity Jeanne dArc descends upon you!] [The purest magic power blooms!] A darkness far thicker than before enveloped everything in sight. If you want to flee, then flee. But I wont let a single one of you escape alive. With those final words Boom! Theresa disappeared. She reappeared right in front of a minion off to the side. Close enough for her breath to touch. Crack, crack! Theresas sword swept down from top to bottom. From the crown of the head. To the groin. The body was perfectly bisected. Guhugh! Amidst the spray of blood like a waterfall, Theresa emerged. Swish! Swish! With each swing of her sword, limbs flew through the air. Her strokes were too fast and precise for the minions to even attempt a reaction. Within less than a minute, over five minionsy dismembered and lifeless. Having slung her sword over her shoulder, Theresa sought her next prey. Uh-huh. Huh. Huh. The sight of her singing nonchntly, drenched in blood, seemed like a scene out of a twisted fairy tale. Of course, for those now trapped in that fairy tale such a monstrous thing. There was no need for an actual hell. *** When all your carefullyid ns crumble, the sense of futility is unparalleled. Of course, it is. Anyone would feel hollow if their certain victory turned into a house of cards toppling over. How is this possible Tristans voice shook faintly. Having seeded on just one front would have been enough to shake the enemys foundation, but now the dispersion of their forces only resulted in being picked apart one by one. Even the yers of the Gandara Guild, slightly better off due to their high skills, were being overwhelmingly smashed apart. The minions were having an especially brutal time getting wiped out. Gawain was barely holding on, but he too was in peril. A matter of minutes. After that, just like the rest, his head would be severed. I have quite a widework, you know. Always being a nice guy has its perks. Everyone rushes to help when things get tough. Jinhyuk grinned. This is why, they say, one should live a life umting good deeds. I feel a twinge at the tip of my nose. Yu Yeonhwa and Lee Tae-min made faces as if they heard some nonsensical gibberish, but Jinhyuk was too teary-eyed to notice. Just then, the Witch of Lamentation slowly started to speak. So the rear guard battle is a grand victory for you. Yes, the rear guard battle had certainly been won. The problem was that the main event wasnt here; it was where they were now. The atmosphere chilled. Although the lich, Beradum, had greater magical abilities, the Witch of Lamentation surpassed even many demons in curses and barriers. Despite this, Jinhyuk deliberately maintained a rxed expression. I have plenty of other tricks up my sleeve. So theres no point in struggling in vain. Just give up peacefully because the winner of this battle is already decided. Dont delude yourself. What you have prevented so far are just ns set by the minions. I havent even yed my hand yet. The Apostle of Gluttony remained unscathed. And as long as the Apostle stood firm, the owner of these ruins maintained an advantage over the yers. Make sure to chew thoroughly before swallowing that one. He must die in pain. Groooar! Boom! The Apostle of Gluttony swung his mace and charged once again. The same situation reyed. That mass immune to all attacks went berserk. To escape, the four yers would have to flee in various directions. Without a countermeasure, this scenario would continue ad infinitum. Unless I dont know a way to actually eat that thing. Jinhyuk pulled a book from his interdimensional inventory. Just hold on for three minutes everyone, just three minutes more. Three minutes? Yu Yeonhwa asked immediately as she dodged the mace. I need you to take the focus off mepletely. Simply fleeing wasnt enough. They had to face the threat head-on and buy time. To allow the dish to be perfectly prepared. Alright. Well do our best to hold out. Maria, please focus on support. Tae-min, take care of the smoke bomb cement. Yes. Lets give it a try. Well trust you, Jinhyuk. Okay. The three of them moved into action. Meanwhile, Jinhyuk channeled his magic into the book he was holding. [1009 Recipes for a Discerning Eater activated!] 1009 ingredients from the Tower that yers could never eat. The secret to making them edible was all contained within this very book. Rustle-rustle! The pages turned, revealing the recipe for the current ingredient. [The meat of Autodoble is highly nutritious but emits a severe odor and contains twelve types of poison. To counteract this] From the type of ingredient to the method of preparation for consumption, the cookbook for discerning eaters had it all. Jinhyuk quickly began cooking the meat with the ingredients he had prepared. Thanks to the Interdimensional Restaurant, his skills were on par with any professional chef. But then, Hmm Jinhyuk slightly tilted his head as he examined the finished dish. After such a long time, there was ack of confidence. Following the recipe doesnt guarantee perfect replication of subtle details. The predicament was short-lived. In that case Hmmm! Injecting magic into Brahams Ring, a 30cm Elise appeared. What? I was enjoying watching them fight the Apostle of Gluttony. You didnt call me to rece you in battle, did you? You know my condition isnt normal after fighting with Decarabia. Fortunately, it seemed she wasnt paying attention to this side. Her annoyed expression alone hinted she had no inkling of her impending fate. I know that. I didnt call you to fight, so dont worry. Then why did you call me? Oh, nothing much. I need someone to test I mean, taste this dish. Testing? Tasting? Elise sensed something ominous and frantically fluttered her tiny wings, trying to flee but it was toote. Jinhyuk quickly slipped a small piece of meat into Elises mouth. Elise reflexively chewed. !? Her pupils shook violently. That was thest of it. Ah Foaming at the mouth, she copsed backward. Apparently, it was failure, perhaps having a slightly sour smell. Ah! Thats right. I should have raised the me by two degrees. To cook it from the outside to the inside Yes, that was it. Jinhyuk pped his hands together. The confusion about the cooking method had been resolved. Adjusting for his previous mistake, Jinhyuk amended his preparations. Thus. [The safe meat of Autodoble is now prepared!] Finally, the conditions to harm the Apostle of Gluttony were in ce. Chapter 268 Chapter 268 The Zodiac of the Yellow Path (Sʮm). A secret technique that reproduces the twelve constetions considered the essence of a barrier master. Having yet to acquire the Lost Language, I could only imitate the formations, yet The majesty of the Scorpio constetion, dyeing the sky blue, was enough to make one forget its fiery nature. Woooong! Woooong! Countless lights flickered beyond the Six Net Stars. Like a heavenly punishment, a shower of blue meteors began to tear apart the area where the Wailing Witch resided. Kwakwakwakwa! The terrain changed.Kwaang! Kwa-deuk! Kyeeee! Kwaaaaa! Even the nearby monster statues were caught in its potency, surpassing imagination in power. And, at the center of the storm, the Wailing Witch had to withstand the barrage with her bare body. How many minutes had the onught continued? When the meteor shower finally ceased, the state inside the ruins had significantly altered. *** Keugh Kuaaaaa! My body. My body Smoke rose from her ragged form. That she could maintain her shape after such an onught was a surprise. Right then. Whats that? Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. A ck liquid was seen surging and oozing around the witchs body. It was ck Tears. So much for putting up a proud front but when ites to survival, I suppose she had no choice? In the moment thest constetion exploded, the ck Tears must have offset the damage. [A notification shes: The Wailing Witch has activated her unique ability ck Tears!] Kukukukuku! The ability that had just terrorized the attack squad resurfaced. Kuk. To think Id need to use full power on you. This is utterly humiliating. A dreadful ability, bringing unforeseeable consequences with mere contact. Certainly, even an expert would find it dangerous toe into direct contact with the ck Tears. I rememberst time, I got covered in that stuff and lost my senses, charging into a dragonsir with nothing but bare flesh. A guildmate had taken Hechl as hostage no, as dragon-bait, resulting in death. There were records of being burnt at the stake after kidnapping a saint and disguising myself as a witch. And plenty of other trials just to face the ck Tears. But the conclusion was always one. Though I employed a different method rather than using barriers when I yed the Tower of Trials, the core root was connected as one. At that moment. [The first verse of the Demonic Fantasy Barrier, ck Wave, is activated.] Kukukukuku! A massive wave began to overflow. Instantly, the constetions of the Yellow Path darkened. Kuaaaa! Kehek! Mouths with red lips and white teeth emerged on the surface of the barrier, emitting terrifying screams. The barrier was mutating due to the ck Tears. But, it onlysted a brief moment. Kikikiki! Hihihi! Lets devour it. Lets gobble it up. The screams swiftly turned into sounds ofughter, transforming into a desire for prey. Moreover, eyes nestled between those teeth began to show themselves one by one. Really, disgustingly ominous. Within the Tower of Trials, there werent many fellows who wielded such unpleasant abilities. The eyes simultaneously focused in my direction. Here theye. The Moons Mark engraved on Jinhyuks shoulder shone brightly. Ancient runes chaotically fortified the defense barrier. How foolish! You saw it yourself just a moment ago. That will not suffice! Kwaaaaaang! The ck mist shattered Jinhyuks barrier instantly. The barriers that glowed blue were tainted ck. Fresh eyes and mouths frantically screamed. Yet. The Wailing Witch, who had been smirking confidently, bit her lip. What? Some of the barriers were not corrupted. Almost all of the defense barriers were contaminated, yet some still shone blue, resisting fiercely. It was impossible. There was no known method to block ck Tears. Too many facets to control, there must be one or two that slipped away. Besides, it hardly mattered. The opponent was too busy trying to defend to focus on taking any further action. Even that feeble resistance would soone to an end Or so she hoped to make Jinhyuk think carelessly. The Wailing Witch nced at Jinhyuk. His face is one of unwavering resolve. No, it almost appears as if he has something up his sleeve. Small variables could lead to significant oues. Especially against someone who had toyed with and destroyed the apostles she created. Now cornered, even having to resort to ck Tears, it was not the time to be careless. All this could be his staging ground for another n. Perhaps hes nning to steal my barrier like before. The ck Tears moved three times faster and more intricately than ordinary magic, so such an event was unlikely, but the Wailing Witch was prepared for any possibility. Then Ill crush him with full power. One fatal blow to strike him where hes vulnerable. The Wailing Witch gathered magic so subtly that Jinhyuk didnt notice. Kwaaaaaang! Kwang! Kikikiki! Eat! Gobble it up. Gobble it up! The purple eyes and white teeth continued to nibble away at Jinhyuks barriers. The blue barriers were still barely protecting their owner. Despite the frailty of their defense, they did not lose their light. Furthermore. The number of barriers unaffected by mutation seemed to be increasing. Her prediction wasnt wrong. Something was happening. Before it was toote she had to terminate it. Right now. Now! [The second verse of the Demonic Fantasy Barrier, Dream Flower, is activated!] Underneath Jinhyuks feet. Fwush! The magic he had been gathering separately burst forth all at once. The six ck petals and the teeth sprouting within them even if the prey was arge species, they were vast and sharp enough to engulf it. No matter what your n was, I was superior. This is the end! The Dream Flower was a mental ability that induced hypnosis in the target. Among the skills avable through ck Tears, it was an ultimate move, boasting the fastest and most powerful effects. The phrase on another level seemed to exist for moments like this. However, at that precise moment. A shiver. A cold chill ran down his spine. Jinhyuk, who should be under hypnosis, was still smiling. But the source of the coldness wasnt just because the opponent was unaffected by hypnosis. Eyes looked downward. Below the witchs feet enormous pupils and white teeth revealed themselves. Im, impossible. Another Dream Flower had just finished blooming. How could you ount for this as well? Thats impossible. Its an unknowable structure. Youve even stolen mine While speaking, the Wailing Witch realized something. If he had stolen her barrier why were there two Dream Flowers blooming here? Underneath his feet was still her flower, pouring magic to cast hypnosis. Enduring it without any trouble and creating another flower meant It was more than just a simple theft. You, youve grasped the flow of magic in the ck Tears itself? He had thoroughly pierced through its very foundation. To that remark, Jinhyuk shrugged nonchntly. Im not as aplished in high-level barriers and curses as you. And certainly not skilled enough to handle them perfectly. To be honest, my level is embarrassingly iparable. He had simply led the fight to his advantage by striking weak points and leveraging the right circumstances. It was impossible for him to surpass the knowledge umted by the Wailing Witch. However, there was one thing. If there was a reason for his confidence in victory, it was because he had no fear in learning and seeing new things. For 11 years, he chose experimentation overcency. Walking paths others had not trodden, enjoying the process, he naturally understood. He found the destinations at the end of each path and their shortest routes. Audacious. You speak as though youre a genius. Oh. Youvepletely misunderstood me. If I were a genius, I would have seeded in everything at once. Those guys generate ten results with one effort. And even a single result from one effort was tough for me. The reality was, he had put in countless efforts. Tens of thousands of efforts to produce tens of thousands of oues. Purely by chance Purely coincidentally, I became a barrier master. It all happened because your profession wasnt any different. The Wailing Witch stood, veins bulging in anger. Well This time, he felt hard-pressed to agree. If I had chosen my original profession, surely you wouldnt have been able to meet my gaze. He chose the barrier master out of interest, but if he climbed the tower again with the profession he had back then? Having addressed all past errors and weaknesses? There was no point in prolonging the discussion. Without this long conversation, the witchs head would have long been rolling on the ground. Youve chosen a different profession before? What do you mean? The Wailing Witch asked, but Jinhyuk didnt answer. Instead, he intensified his magic, signaling the end of the fight. Thank you for giving me a new kind of fight. It made me even more attached to being a barrier master. The petals slowly converged to one point. The sight darkened. Just, wait! Arent you interested in the truth about barriers? If you spare me, I can take you to the Great Witch Council. I can tell you truths about this world that you cant even imagine! The Wailing Witch reached out between the leaves. Her desated arm iled desperately. Sorry, but Ive been there already, and it was nothing special. The petalspletely closed in. Crunch! Crack! Aaaaahhhhh! Red blood spouted out like a waterfall through the cracks. Thud. Only a single arm that had reached out remained. *** Figures The sound of footsteps was heard just then. Youre beyond reach for the Wailing Witch, it seems. I did have a bit of hope, but unfortunately, its over now. Tristan, who should have been engaging the Stone Guild, was suddenly standing beside him. If you leave your post, wont the rest of the statues copse in no time? Or, since the witch is dead, its only a matter of time anyway. Heh heh. The witch is dead, you say? Tristan chuckled. Then approached the severed arm. You see, witches have quite resilient life forces. Even if only an arm remains like this. Squish. Tristan calmly stepped on the arm. Then, Aaaack! A sharp scream echoed. Just like this, survival is possible. Naturally, regenerating the body will take time, but life can be saved. This this damn traitor! Why have you exposed my hiding ce! The Wailing Witch, unable to fathom the treachery of an ally, could only rage in anger. However, Jinhyuk was equally baffled by Tristans actions. You Why did you betray the witch? Without her help, survival is near impossible for you. Hmm. To answer that question, I must first inquire something. Mr. Jinhyuk, what do you think this ce is? Not a fan of riddles Just answer my question, will you? Indulge me and think about it just this once. Tristan smiled faintly. Suddenly, the smile seemed ominous; the brightness of it momentarily instilling fear. The reason why Tristan suddenly betrayed the Wailing Witch the true nature of the Tomb of the Anti-Christ, and the conditions that bound it. Clues began to converge. Jinhyuks expression changed. A seemingly trivial question, but the answer was far from trivial. A Devil Santifying ce. This ce. The Tomb of the Anti-Christ. A ce where demons could be materialized. You got it exactly right. Magic erupted. Chapter 266 Chapter 266 As the contract with KDS was officially signed, massive promotional campaigns wereunched through the media. [The Hidden Behind-the-Scenes of the Largest Raid in the Tower of Trials] [Kang Jin-Hyuk Deres Coboration with Olympus Europe for Ruins Strategy] [Yoo Cheon-Youngs Debut. Kang Jin-Hyuk is the benefactor who saved my life.] [Why did the Saint of Amsterdame here? It turns out she enjoyed a vacation with Jin-Hyuk in Europe. Even rumors of an engagement with the third daughter of the Rosenberg family are circting.] [Continued condemnation of the Gandhara Guild towards India. Indian Prime Minister rebuts, saying, We know nothing of this. Stay tuned for the uing press conference on KDS Channel.] For Jeong Beom-Hui, inting worm-sized stories into dragon-sized facts was nothing. Most of it was based on facts anyway. Living for Today: The lineup is insane. My heart is about to burst. Hun: There was so much talk about Yoo Cheon-Young being overrated, but he definitely drew the line this time. Hes just a monster, a monster.Choi Joo-Won: The strongest in the original world are bald and old. Havent you heard of Hbeoji? tbvj: The same goes for Teresa. Who ever said she was weak, kind, and gentle? Come out. Is that the saint you wanted? cel: Its like a blender. The mosaic makes it even scarier. ck-and-White Photo: It was me, but Im changing my nickname to my profile picture. Rielia: Sister, Im dying! (Really dead) BeginnerSsi: Id die for her. Nine: But arent all these people here because of Jin-Hyuk? Thats right. The reason all the prominent rankers gathered here, putting aside their own tasks, was all for Jin-Hyuk. Report the situation. How is it now? Jeong Beom-Hui asked in a trembling voice. The mix of overflowing expectations and the anxiety of whether they woulde true was evident. Weve surpassed 20% viewership on TV. Unbelievable, 20% for a live broadcast on public TV. Its hard to believe even while watching. The concurrent viewers have exceeded 500,000. Its been less than 30 minutes since we started broadcasting, and Ive never seen this before. The ads are a hit, too. At this rate, well easily get twenty offers. To think one yer could have such an impact. Jeong Beom-Hui barely suppressed a cheer bubbling up from inside. Indeed, it was the right decision to pay the hefty contract fee. This is a jackpot. Good. Everyone seems to be doing their part well. Jin-Hyuk nodded in satisfaction as he looked at the broadcasting windows that were simultaneously lit up. He had assigned filming to Goguma, Jeong-Ryeong-Soo, T-Bone, and the Ancient Soldiers, and things were going well. Thanks to the Weeping Witchs attempt to forcibly intervene in the system, they could use that gap to their advantage. All that was left was to finish it well. Crunch! As he took arge bite of the grayish meat, a sour taste spread in his mouth. Its a bit bitter but its edible. Thankfully, he didnt end up like Elise, who was foaming at the mouth on the rock. Having eaten a proper meal, it was at least consumable. [The Curse of Gluttony has been lifted.] [You can now inflict damage on the Apostle of Gluttony.] A status window announcing sess appeared. -Wac: 5252, I knew it! -Hawaii: It was all part of Jin-Hyuks n. Hes sweeping the entire top-level corporation. -Kim-Seon: He has a devilish talent for getting views. This is a must-watch. -Limoncello: Jin-Hyuk is great at mukbangs too. Even though he cooked it, how can he eat that? It looks like stinky tofu. Seeing the status window scrolling crazily, he realized they had resumed live broadcasting. Just at that moment. Graaaah! The Apostle of Gluttony roared fiercely, celebrating its victory. Maria, Yoo Yeon-Hwa, and Lee Tae-Min tried to buy time, but they couldnt ovee the condition of their attacks not working. Still, theysted over 10 minutes, so they fulfilled their roles. You did well. Jin-Hyuk nodded slightly towards the direction where the three were. -Under the Sky: Ill remember! Press X to show JOY. -121: Theyre not dead yet, idiots. Dont kill perfectly fine people. -mangmang: Yoo Yeon-Hwa and Lee Tae-Min are rankers known by everyone in Korea, but they couldnt inflict a single wound on that monster? -Jo Kyung-Min: Even Maria of the Olympus Guild was taken down. Damn. Can that thing even be killed? -LaTD: No matter how strong Jin-Hyuk is, this might be difficult. From the viewers perspective, it was inevitable that it looked tough because they didnt know how to inflict damage on the Apostle of Gluttony. The rankers who had been so formidable fell helplessly, adding to the perception of impossibility. The conditions for a spectacr performance were all set. Ive used the sword many times. Its time to show something different. Jin-Hyuk pulled out the longbow Fang from his subspace inventory. -dyd: Oh? Using a bow? -lke: Come to think of it, I heard the heirloom bow from the Elf vige was stolen. -Rolling Cake: Ah, I remember. The longbow from the wanted poster, written in High Elfnguage. -Lucky Charm: Yeah, it looks exactly like that. -Seo Young-Jin: No way, it must be a coincidence. Jin-Hyuk wouldnt do that. -Satan: Id like to follow him as my master now. -SSS: Wow, even Satan shows up now. Jin-Hyuk ignored the slight pang of guilt and nonchntly changed the subject. Only doing meleebat is boring. Since itse to this, why not give me a mission? Other BJs get a lot of those. Reminiscing about his BJ days, he thought it was a good opportunity to gain loyal subscribers and earn coins through missions. There was still time before the Weeping Witch realized her barrier was breached. -Heckler: Look at that confidence. LOL. -Original Stone: Can you do it? Not overdoing it, right? -Kwon Tae-Kyung: Speedrun possible? Ill bet 10,000 coins if you can cut down that Apostle in 10 minutes. -Daldong: I know youre close with yer Chun Yoo-Sung. Upload a video of his med student life, and Ill give you 10,000 coins. -Just Trust Me: What, are such missions possible? Then upload a video of you ying with Elise, and Ill bet 20,000 coins. -tom: Feed Teresa over there some Korean-style nuclear fire noodles for 30,000 coins. Deal? -Want to Eat Tteokbokki: Hmm. Isnt that just a mission to kill her? There were some strange missions, but the coins at stake were pretty lucrative. Anyone betting tens of thousands of coins had to be a core yer from a well-known guild. Except for thest one, none of the missions were too difficult, so he couldnt refuse them. Are you sure? With those words, Rumble! A magic-charged arrow began to ze fiercely on the longbow. [Unique Ability Dragons Breath activated!] ze! Just then, a terrifying me erupted around the Apostle of Gluttony. Graaaah! For the first time, a pained scream escaped the Apostles mouth. It must hurt. The once-reliable Blessing of Gluttony could no longer protect its massive body. But did it know? The pain was only just beginning. Ill cook you with arrows alone. Jin-Hyuk nocked an arrow on his bowstring within the mes. [Lv10 Red Magic Bullet used!] Amidst the acrid smoke, a streak of light sliced through the air. Thud! The Apostle staggered as its right knee was pierced. Without missing a beat, more red bullets were fired. Thud! Thud! He targeted the joints. Specifically, he sequentially aimed at each joint to cause the bnce to copse to the right. Graah! Aaaah! The Apostle screamed madly, swinging its mace. Though it seemed rough, it was a deliberate act. Tap! Jin-Hyuk lightly pushed off the ground, moving to the side. Almost simultaneously, a long tongue shot out from the Apostles body. As expected, ites out like this. What looked like its head wasnt the real head. The true head of the Apostle of Gluttony was a massive one located in its abdomen. After distracting with the mace, it used a sharp tongue to skewer and devour its prey. That was its favored hunting method. Of course, it had to use that strategy selectively. Rip! The abdomen split open, revealing sharp teeth. The tongue had already retracted, reced by a concentrated green light. You like to eat, but you use acid? If that hits, therell be nothing left to eat, you know. [The Apostle of Gluttony uses Green Acid Shot!] It seemed to have given up on eating. Green beams of light shot out in all directions, more like a haphazard bombardment than targeted strikes. However. Boom! Dozens of green beams were blocked by red streaks. Intercept. With precise mana allocation, all the attacks were neutralized. Not bad, but if you really wanted to melt me, you shouldve tripled the number of acid shots. Jin-Hyuks taunting would hardly be taken kindly. Graaa! With a roar of rage, the Apostle focused its energy. The gathered mana was iparably stronger than before. As if challenging him to block it again, even more green beams began to gather. Gra? The Apostle tilted its head in confusion. Jin-Hyuk, who had been holding the bow, had disappeared. To intercept, he would have to maintain some distance and calcte the trajectory. But no matter where it looked, Jin-Hyuk was nowhere in sight. When you destabilize the right bnce, the left field of view tilts upwards. In other words, it creates a blind spot. Jin-Hyuks voice came from just below the left side. Graaa! Though he couldnt understand the monstersnguage, it probably asked if he wouldnt only use the bow. It was true that he boasted about it. He even dered it confidently. But. Sorry, Im a liar, Jin-Hyuk said with a sly smile. [Unique Ability Blood Explosion activated!] Blood Explosion was a unique ability used by Amm. It was bloodline magic based on blood. Given the amount of blood spilled so far, its destructive power was unquestionable. Boom! Boom! With a deafening roar that seemed to shake the ruins, the Apostle of Gluttonys body exploded. Pieces of flesh scattered and sttered all over the ground. -oo: Who gave the mission? Speedrun in 10 minutes? What a joke. -kdb: It didnt even take a minute. How is it this easy? -Hobbang: Its not easy, the skillbo is just insane. -Jun-Young: Did you see him targeting the joints while barely seeing anything? Is he Legs or what? -Koyalya: Even that was a buildup for a big finish. Chills. -Es: Give him a harder mission, like destroying Earth or beheading the Demon King. -Kim Ki-Bum: Isnt everyone romanticizing it too much? He just hit it hard from behind. Hes basically a devil. The chat was now moving so fast it was impossible to keep up. The Weeping Witch realized something was wrong a few secondster. To break through my barrier Seeing Jin-Hyukughing at the sky, she had a suspicion. It was certain. That was probably what the yers often referred to as a live broadcast. For some unknown reason, there was a breach in her barrier. As if to confirm her suspicion, Jin-Hyuk switched the broadcast system from private to public. This allowed even the Weeping Witch to see the chat messages. -Kim Ji-Wang: Tongha Tongha. It means hi to the Weeping Grandma. -Asyam: How does it feel to get your head smashed by Jin-Hyuk? -Darkshadow: They say it feels really bad to get beaten. Is it true? -tom: Ah, I want to be bullied by Jin-Hyuk too. These insolent humans. Do you know who I am? Dont feel safe just because youre outside the tower. Soon, I will have the opportunity to find you all. -wotjdo637: Oh, really? Im so scared I might wet myself. Better go change my underwear. -Bamboo: My cat that I didnt feed for a week would be scarier. -leve: True, if you havent experienced a cat punch, you wouldnt understand. -No Gun-Hee: Sometimes, my power frightens me. a: But, wont you die here before you get to us? These scum Did she realize it was useless to talk anymore? The Weeping Witch waved her hand towards the air. [Barrier strengthened to 10 stars.] [All broadcast systems blocked!] [Broadcasting from the ruins is no longer possible.] Isnt that too much? The viewers were enjoying it. This was expected. But it didnt matter. He had already extracted enough content andpleted the mission perfectly. Next Jin-Hyuk activated Eyes of Gluttony. Name: Weeping Witch (Real name unknown) Gender: Female Age: 469 Level: 115 Strength: 65 Agility: 58 Stamina: 45 Magic: 156 Corruption: 147 Stat Points: 0 Unique Ability: ck Tears Skills: Curse of the New Moon Lv39, Advanced Barrier Lv35, Herbalism Lv34, ck Magic Lv28, Twisted Familiar Lv27, Guardian Creation Lv25, Magic Distortion Lv25 [Copy Condition: The Weeping Witchs pride in her abilities is beyond imagination. She is confident that even the inhabitants of the upper floors cannot survive her barriers and curses. Defeat the Weeping Witch using only barriers and curses. If you do, you will be able to copy one of her unique abilities or skills.] A splendid status window appeared. The Corruption stat, which maximized the efficiency of curse-rted skills, stood out. The bnced skill levels also caught his eye. As expected, the Weeping Witch was not an easy opponent. However, What mattered wasnt how strong or tricky the opponent was. The important thing was that he now had the opportunity to copy such an opponents abilities. This wouldy the foundation for withstanding the dragons breath in the future. Finally just one step remained to acquire this ability. Chapter 267 Chapter 267 Their gazes intersected. Jinhyuk clenched his teeth tightly. To meet the conditions of copying, he had to rely solely on curses and barriers. The battle from this point on would require a different approach than before. Just then, the Witch of Lamentation shifted her attention to the end of the ruins. So, thats why youre so cocksure. You were counting on all those scrubs you brought with you? Scrubs? What are you talking about? Dont y dumb. Ive spotted about twenty humans by the entrance. Twenty people who coulde here Could it be?A thought shed through Jinhyuks mind. The force that had yet to appear in this raid. The Dangun Guild. He thought they had sided with Gand and Main, but it seemed they had kicked that offer to the curb. He had assumed that all therge guilds were blinded by personal gain, using any means necessary, but it seemed there were still decent people around. If only they had managed their surprise attack without being detected, he would have been truly pleased. Damn it. Dark fluids began to gather around the Witch of Lamentation. She was about to activate her worst skill ck Tears. This was dangerous. Everyones been spotted! Get to safety! Jinhyuk yelled. At the same time. Boom! Boom! Boom! The dark wave surged toward the entrance. Ugh Ugh? Bro, bro, somethingsing! Damn it. Theyve caught on to our magic-canceling skill. Form up! Turn on all survival skills! Screams erupted from the Dangun Guild hiding behind the monster statues. Park Jung-jin, who was at the lead, thrust forward a shield that shone with dazzling light. [Park Jung-jin activates his unique ability Holy Binding!] A golden shield formed around the entire assault team,pletely covering them. Boom! As the ck wave and the holy shield collided, multicolored sparks flew in all directions. That was close. Park Jung-jin breathed a sigh of relief. Abandon the shield! Jinhyuk yer? Abandon the shield, what do you mean? Get rid of it now! ck Tears wasnt just blocked; it truly manifested its worth upon contact. Tssss! Its unique power transformed anything it touched. Among curses, ck Tears was one of the most alien. [ck Tears has permeated the shield.] [The shield is contaminated!] Contact with a living being caused frenzy, hallucination, or mutation. Contact with inanimate objects produced unpredictable variables. Truly unforeseeable. The impact of this ability was on a different level from other powers. Even the Witch of Lamentation herself couldnt control it perfectly. Kyaaa! The shield cracked open, violently convulsing. Sharp teeth and oozing ck liquid were expelled, no different from a monster. This cant be happening. Park Jung-jin was so shocked that he tossed the shield aside. An ability that infused life into items. Though Park Jung-jin thought he had witnessed all sorts of powers, he had never encountered such grotesque ones before. Moreover, a female yer who had caught a single drop of tear on her skin twisted her body in agony. Aargh Eek! Song Yi, snap out of it. Bro, we cant let it touch us. Its like some zombie virus that turns people into something else! Damn So we can neither block it nor dodge it? An outrageous ability. If not even holy powers could block it, it meant no other ability could counter it. The advantage of surprise had been lost, and the limited space to escape turned numerical superiority into a weakness. Amidst the panic, Tristan. The Witch of Lamentation looked at Main beside her. Command me. Deal with the nuisances. And dont forget to cut off the air of the three humans you dealt with earlier; they seem to have recovered. Maria, Yu Yeonhwa, and Lee Taemin had finished preparing to fight once again. They had consumed the magic recovery potions Jinhyuk had distributed and recuperated. Hmm. Surely you dont mean for me to handle them all by myself? Kukuk. Would I send you alone? Ill provide you with strong backup. No need to worry too much. Just make sure to finish the job properly. He might be a bit dim, though. It wasnt just the shield and yers that had been infected by the ck Tears. The reason they had brought various monsters statues here. It was for this very purpose. [The sleeping monster statues awaken!] Crack! Crack! Boom! Roaaaar! Screaaam! A vast number of powerful monsters reared up, their eyes gleaming with fury. Ogres, trolls, lizardmen, and manticore, among others. Each powerful named creature, specially selected and gathered by the Witch of Lamentation. Ugh Park Jung-jin bit his lower lip. He hade here to aid Jinhyuk, but now, he was bound from behind without having provided any significant assistance. Bro, Bro. We have to stall for time at least. We shouldnt be a hindrance. If they faced the monsters, that would allow Jinhyuk to focus on his one-on-one battle with the boss. Even that was reason enough toe here. We can hold out as long as possible if we can join those three over there. With Lee Taemins drones, Yu Yeonhwas tanking, and Marias firepower, they wouldnt be easily overwhelmed, even by mid-tier monsters. Their deliberation was brief. Well break through to that spot. I will lead the way, the rest of you cover the nks. Damn. Thought you said youd lead us down a path of flowers. If we die, Ill be a bachelor ghost and haunt you. Remember that, I havent even gotten married yet. Do the other humans worry you? The Witch of Lamentation spoke. Not really. They can all take care of themselves. Fufu. Despite that, you seem quite anxious. But calm yourself. All the ones who havee here will soon meet in the afterlife. Sorry, but Im from a Confucian background. Ill be sending our elders off first, in line with long-established traditions. Truly, you and your viewers know how to get under ones skin. Just because youve defeated an apostle, do you really think you can kill me as well? Are you serious? If I wasnt sure I could handle you, I wouldnt havee all this way. Jinhyuk shrugged his shoulders. Fine Lets see if you can withstand my first move. Just try not to be too disappointing. With a motion, an old arm moved to the left. [The curse Blood Melting is activated!] A pentagram formed under Jinhyuks feet. A curse that turned all hemoglobin in the blood to liquid, amplified to its utmost potential by a 4-star Amplification barrier. [Contamination Stat enhances the effects of the curse and barrier by 30%!] Including the effect of his unique stat was just a bonus. Its toote now. You can neither escape nor defend. A sneer spread across the witchs lips. Whirr! A red glow flickered. But then Hmm? The Witch of Lamentation tilted her head, puzzled. Clearly, the ritual had been sessfully invoked, but the one who should be spewing blood from their eyes and mouth was still in perfect health. Whats going on? It didnt take long for her to realize the terrible truth of her ominous hunch. Could it be You broke my spell as soon as you saw the pattern? It was unbelievable. To analyze and understand a spell that could be arranged in thousands, if not tens of thousands ofbinations, in a mere instant? Even the most worn-out witches would prepare defensive barriers in advance instead of allowing an attack and then disarming it afterwards. It was far too risky. Dont be ridiculous! Reading a few pages in a book means you understand my simple techniques? If you were bothered, shouldve arranged a betterbination? You made it easy to read by using a 4-star barrier. An ethereal light bloomed from Jinhyuks shoulder. Ancient runes blossomed, proudly disying their beauty. An inscription of some sort. So youre a barrier master, then. Yes. Thats why youre so arrogant. Hoho. It seems your eyes arent just holes in the head, after all. Even though it seemed she didnt understand it was the Lunarians engraving. Just realizing it was rted to a barrier master was impressive. Notpletely green then. Alright. If you have some superficial barrier knowledge, let me raise the difficulty for you. The Witch of Lamentation now moved both hands. Whoosh! Runes oveid the pentagram as three additional barriers stretched alongside it. Utilizing both hands increasedputation speed and the finality of her spells manifold. Even if you are a full-time barrier sage, you wont live to escape from here. Roar! The entire ruins trembled. The blended miasma of magic and curses burned the skin. Indeed To deploy high-order spells through multi-calctions, the witch deserved to be called a witch, Jinhyuk thought. He wondered how skilled one must be to perform such feats. Of course. To someone who could already gaze down upon such a level it was merely impressive. Then, suddenly. A crack formed at the center of the pentagram, the core of the runes. What, whats this? Confident of victory, the Witch of Lamentations eyes bulged in disbelief. [The Mark of the Moon blooms.] Crack! Crack! The three barriers shattered like ss windows. Didnt I say? Put up a stronger barrier if you want a fight. From behind Jinhyuk, barriers began to appear one after the other, in the shape of hexagrams. Three Four Five. The number of barriers reached ten, and the Witch of Lamentations jaw dropped in shock. I told you to go all out. Jinhyuk snapped his fingers. Whirr! Now, unfamiliar runes formed beneath the feet of the Witch of Lamentation. Simr to the earlier pentagram. This little thing! The barriers constitution was not impressive. The curse was insignificantpared to the previous ones. If she, a member of the Great Witches Council, wanted she could pulverize such a low-level trick in an instant! But then. What? Boom! Before she could analyze the structure of the spell, a massive explosion urred. Cough! Cough! Cough! The Witch of Lamentation stumbled out amidst the smoke, herposure lost to confusion. Why? How? How could she have failed to recognize the basic connections of the spell structure? Thats when she heard a sly voice from behind. Once again, its not about how many stars the barrier has or how powerful the curse you mix in is. Its all about thebination. Even the most trivial and low-tier barrier or curse, when matched with the right one, could produce greater power. If you want a real fight with me, bring out the ck Tears. Otherwise, we have no story. Yeek! How dare you lecture me? Theres no need to bring out ck Tears. I can tear you apart with my bare skills! [The curse Quartering is activated!] [The 7-star barrier Proliferation is activated!] Numerous runes adorn the sky. Red pentagrams spread chaotically. As oppressing as the ten barriers Jinhyuk just unfolded were, what the witch summoned now exceeded that by thirty times. It was enough to change the color of the sky itself. Magnificent. Jinhyuk murmured his admiration. Witnessing such an array of brilliant, numerous small barriers wasnt an everyday sight. Heavy breathing. Heh Kukukuk! See! This is me! I am the one granted the title Witch of Lamentation by the Council of Great Witches! She erupted into a maniacal cackle. Die writhing in agony, young barrier master. This is the gap between a great witch and a milk-smelling fledgling. Her hand rose. The runes prepared to unleash their brilliance. But just then. [The 9-star barrier Ecliptic Twelve Zodiacs, the Scorpions Barrier is activated.] [The 4-star barrier High-Speed Recement is activated.] Suddenly, one of the red pentagrams turned blue. This phenomenon urred only when new magic intervened. It meant the owner of the spell had changed. Soon, as if contagious, the red cloak of the sky began to fade to blue. No way. Its impossible. This This cant happen Theputation speed was impossibly fast. Whether curses, barriers, or abination of both into moreplex spells. Each activation was being instantly neutralized. And so. The countless red pentagrams turning into countless blue hexagrams It was beyond words, beyond the term magnificent. Chapter 269 Chapter 269 There are two ways for the beings in the upper floors of the Tower to manifest themselves. The first is when theye down to the lower levels of the Tower of their own will. Although it was considered a double-edged sword because it required a tremendous amount of coins or holy relics as offerings, it was the most proactive method avable. And the second is when the beings on the lower floors use specific locations or offerings to call those from above. Like now. Kukukukuku! A gigantic magic circle appeared throughout the ruins. Kieee Kyaak!The monster statues twisted and fell in disarray. As if they had been thrown into a massive smelting furnace, their bodies began to melt and seep into the magic circle. Uh Park Hyung. I feel dizzy? It feels odd, its strange. My body wont listen to me either The dungeon raid team of the Dangun Guild dropped their weapons and shields. Everyone, snap out of it! If you fall asleep, were all dead! Park Jeongjin tried to protect hisrades using holy magic, but it was futile against the overpowering demonic energy. Visibility became hazy. The sensation in the limbs disappeared, and thoughts became dull. Kuung! Kung! One by one. Everyone lost consciousness and copsed. But Yu Yeonhwa and Lee Taemin had not yet lost their senses. N-noona, its absorbing mana. Dammit! Oppa! Ill take everyone and get out of here first. You can handle the rest, right? If this continued, they would all be caught. They had to escape before it was toote. I think I can manage this number with my gravity magic. Maria also estimated the number of people and the remaining mana by eye. Fortunately. Because of the three of them. The possibility of having meaningless casualties seemed preventable. Most importantly, they wouldnt need to reveal that. Dont worry and go first. Ill handle everything from here on out. Jinhyuk simply nodded his head. Did I say Id let you go? The precious nutrients youll be? Tristan drew his sword. Sleek! With a dazzling sh, demonic energy unique to mine concentrated on the de. But, just before the demonic energy was released. Boom! Tristan was engulfed in a monumental me. Kuk! The concentrated demonic energy scattered instantly. You have the leisure to pay attention to that? Youd better focus on the Strong Demon Ritual. You talking about wasting mana? Its pointless to struggle. No one here will survive. Inside the ruins, running away was akin to being a mouse trapped in a jar. Once a titled demon manifested, the mere sight of them would turn any yer into a handful of dust. And the offering for this grand undertaking Tristan picked up the severed arm of the witch. Let go, let go! You promised to perform the ritual using the humans here as offerings. So why The severed arm struggled violently. The n was to use them, but since you failed to deal with that human and the other yers, the contract terms have to change. The offerings here were insufficient to summon a powerful demon. At the very least, the life of the witch who ruled this relic was necessary. I, as just an offering to die? Me? Its a fitting death, isnt it? Being a consumable for great magic is an ideal end for a witch. Tristan ced the arm at the center of the magic circle. Then. Kukukukuku! A purple me began to nibble at the flesh. Aaaahhh! The screams did notst long. The remaining flesh soon turned into ashes and disappearedpletely. And at that moment. Dding! [The boss of the ruins, The Witch of Lamentation, has been annihted!] [You have received 94% of the contribution for defeating the boss monster!] [You have sessfully copied the unique ability ck Tears.] [ck Tears] Difficulty to acquire: SSS Description: ck Tears is a unique ability used by the Witch of Lamentation, the master of the relic Tomb of the Antichrist on the 15th floor. It possesses psychic abilities that can corrupt and mutate any object it touches and physical abilities that can devour enemies whole. Additionally, ck Tears can evolve under certain conditions.] [Your level has increased!] [Your level has increased!] [Your level has] [increased!] [You have acquired Witchs Grimoire.] [You have acquired Screaming Apple.] [You have acquired] Notifications of level-ups and several items appeared. But there was no time to check how many levels were gained or what items dropped. Is it finallying? Jinhyuk swallowed dryly. Woowooong! Following the indescribable glow, a dark and profound demonic energy rose. Tingling! A cold sensation spread over the skin. No need to check. A named demon with a title was crossing over to this ce. Oooooh! Tristan eximed with ecstasy. As if all the pain and hardships had been rewarded, a tear even streamed down his trembling eyes. Damn, anyone would think that some long-lost ancestor had returned from the dead. Watching his utterly enraptured expression was frustrating. Thats when it happened. Between the mists, the cheerful voice of a man sounded. Kyaa! Its been a while since Ist breathed the air down here. Hahaha. Yes, this is it. This is refreshingly nostalgic. A young man with ck horns, emerald eyes, ck hair, and pale skin walked out. Jinhyuk reflexively activated Gluttonous Eyes. [Name: Hargan / Title: Count / A middle-ranking demon.] [Gluttonous Eyes is too low-level to confirm his unique abilities, skills, or the conditions for copying them.] The only info Gluttonous Eyes could reveal was this guys name and rank. But that was enough. This unworthy servant greets the great existence before him. Tristan quickly bowed his head. Yeah, yeah. Youve been through a lot. I was getting restless too, but thanks to you, I feel like I can stretch my legs. Thank you for your gracious words. But what about that guy? Why is a human standing so stiffly with his head raised? Hargans gaze turned to Jinhyuk. That man is the one who has been hindering us and trying to ruin the ns of the great ones. Manyrades have already fallen by his hand. Hmm. Him? Yes. He must be killed immediately. Hes a great danger. Tristan red at Jinhyuk with malice in his eyes. Wow. Now that a powerful demon has shown up, you sure have regained your spirit. Well, if its a count-level demon, thats understandable. The monster before him was so intimidating that it sent shivers down his spine. A sovereign being, far beyond the level of a yer. But, did you know? Summoning a demon isnt something only you can do. The Tomb of the Antichrist was a ce where demons could manifest, but it wasnt limited to just one. In fact, theres a leech-like one whos also interested in me. Hes probably watching even now As expected, sparks began to sh in the air. [The deity Rotting Heart yawns at you.] Come on! You cant be so indifferent here. Jinhyuk urgently waved his hands towards the void. You see? I know youre watching, so acknowledge it. However, no matter how much Jinhyuk attempted to gain its attention, the entity only sent indirect messages filled with annoyance, showing no sign of movement. Always sozy Oho. So youre the human who has caught the attention of the demon race? Hargan chuckled intriguedly. Attention may be putting it grandly, but I have received a slight love call. Finding some rotten lifeline, huh. Well, if a demon that takes interest in a fledgling human, it must be insignificant. At most, they are likely only baron or viscount-level, right? Whatever it is, a supporter of such trash is nothing but trash as well Hargans words were abruptly cut off as he froze mid-sentence. ? Just now, he felt a chilling sensation. A tremendous demonic power, like being ripped apart entirely. Someone, who had been disregarded until now, had reacted to being called trash. What the hell is this absurd demonic energy? Hargan stepped back in shock. [The deity Rotting Heart tilts its head towards Hargan.] [It asks what year of the demon military academy you are from.] A mere disy of presence. But that alone was enough to utterly change the atmosphere. You! Who are you to ask such a thing? Show yourself right now! [The deity Rotting Heartmands you to answer its question.] Once again, Hargan shrank. It was amand filled with such powerful authority that he could not defy it. Sensing that the situation was going awry, Hargan slowly opened his mouth. I, I am from the 3537th generation. I earned the title of count there too. Hmm. The 3537th generation. Without detailed knowledge of the demonic world, it was hard to tell whether this was high or low. Given his confident response, however, it seemed on the high end. Berial. What generation are you from? Jinhyuk asked towards the void. [The deity Rotting Heart shows three fingers.] Wow. This is definitely popcorn material. Demons tend to be so aggressive that their hierarchy changes frequently. Perhaps no other race undergoes such dynamic shifts in ranks. Even among demons, Berial was known to be reclusive, hence its high status was unknown to many demons. Of course. Once a glimmer of its status was shown, even the most oblivious demon could sense Berials level to be extraordinary. Jinhyuk had nned for this moment ever since he learned this was a sacred demonic prison. Everything unfolded as desired. If Hargan hadnt called Berial trash, it might have been slightly dangerous. Luck had yed its part, an undeniable fact. If the capricious Berial had decided not to help, Jinhyuk would have had to face Hargan in a one-on-one fight. But, thats beside the point. Now it was time to wrap things up. Jinhyuk approached the stunned Tristan. Hargan, utterly humiliated, had already returned to the demon realm with his tail between his legs. Tristan had be a sack of grain with nowhere to go. Seeing his soulless figure was somewhat pitiful, but unfortunately for him, his troubles had not ended. Dont be so despairing just yet, havent you forgotten? Hargan wont just sit back after being made a fool of. Not sit back? Of course not. Hes been embarrassed; he wont leave it at that, right? This its not my fault I couldnt predict this Sorry, but from his perspective, that doesnt matter. He just needs a target for his anger. Thats why you dont make contracts with demons lightly. Their whims could turn the tables at any moment. Unless you have about a hundred lives to spare well. Youre not likely tost very long. How could this Tristans face turned ashen. What, what should I do? What to do, indeed. First, get on your knees. Lets talk about the restter. A wicked smile spread across Jinhyuks lips. Chapter 270 Chapter 270 The fear of death is an intrinsic emotion shared by all living creatures, especially when all of their painstakingly built effortse to naught. [Your unique ability Grave of Swords has been activated!] [The ability me of the Beginning Lv15 has been activated!] Jinhyuk released the magic he had stealthily umted. At that very moment. Boom! A spear tinged with a bloody hue hurtled from the sky, aiming precisely for the crown of Tristans head.Ah. Tristan let out a short sigh. Now was the moment. Dodge! With a noisy gesture, Jinhyuk shoved Tristan out of the way. Nearly at the same time. Boom! The spear pierced the ground. It was a hairs breadth away. A fractionte and a fancy ornament would have been added to Tristans skull. This, this is. A demons spear. Hargan, the guy is quite enraged it seems. Hes even left behind such a thing after returning to the demon world. Shiver, shiver, shiver! Tristans body shook like a leaf in the wind. His once-noble and haughty demeanor was long gone. Now, only a man stained with despair and terror remained. Thanks to this, controlling a single human became easier than breathing. Youre saying he tried to kill me with that? Yeah. And this probably isnt the end. Given the vindictive nature of demons, hell keep targeting you until he seeds. Jinhyuk gathered his magic once again. One by one, new spears began to appear in the air. Swoosh. Jinhyuk positioned himself in front of Tristan. The spears, ready to be fired, were halted in their tracks. As you can see, Hargan is fearful of the demon supporting me. And that demon would drop dead with a word from me. Probably hed even get up from sleep to help on my request. Jinhyuk put on airs boastfully. The act was dramatically effective given how good he was at concealing his presence, and with Tristan half out of his wits. [The divine being Rotting Heart expresses strong doubt about your statement.] Beriel quickly pulled up his status window, but Jinhyuk was quicker to close it. This was no time for interruptions. Decide. Side with the demons and get killed by them, or side with me and save your life. Ill give you onest choice. If I follow what you say, that demon will protect me? Thats right. As long as I have the support of a powerful demon, youve got nothing to worry about. [The divine being Rotting Heart lets out a silent outcry.] [It warns you not to spout nonsense!] See? Even the lofty being seems pleased. Quite the fireworks theyre putting on. Jinhyuk pointed to the air, Where sparks of various colors were lighting up, a sign of Beriels enraged power. Its true. Protection from a high-ranking demon. Tristan swallowed hard. Life or death? The choice did not take long. Promise Protect me. Dont worry about that part. Indeed, he intended to keep that promise rigorously. [The ability Soul Branding has been activated!] As the red brand prated Tristans flesh, a bond of irrevocable servitude was formed. Good. With Gawain dead and Tristan persuaded, the remaining demons are as good as empty husks. Now he could also utilize the infrastructure and internal information of the demons, reaping an excellent harvest of achievements. Take a different path out so as not to raise suspicion. Ill contact youter. Understood. Tristan nodded slightly. Exiting the room where the Witch of Lamentation resided, Jinhyuk joined the rest of the waiting party outside. Waiting there with anxious faces were the yers. Hyung! Are you okay? Oppa! Taemin and Yeonhwa were the first to wee Jinhyuk warmly. Though exhausted from evacuating the Dan-gun Guild, seeing Jinhyuk unharmed brought smiles to their faces. Thank you, Jinhyuk-ssi. Thanks to you, we all were able to save our lives. Park Jungjin, who had regained consciousness, also expressed genuine gratitude. Thank you. We tried to help but ended up being the ones helped. Resignation tinged their voices. Pride had once filled the members of therge guild, but through this raid, they had learned harshly their own level. And how outstanding Jinhyuk was for defeating such an incredibly powerful foe. We can never catch up not even close. One person greater than the entire raid team. How much more do we need to strive? It was likely a lifelong effort that would still fall short. Even standing beside him in battle was an honor. Rather than resentment, they found sce in the fact such a yer was ascending the Tower of Trials for humanity. You are now a full-blown star, it seems. Even if I wanted to join next time, I wouldnt stand a chance given my level. Olympuss Maria approached Jinhyuk to offer a handshake. If not for Jinhyuk, they might have been betrayed and wiped out by the Gandara Guild. Or met a dismal fate at the hands of the Witch of Lamentation or the demons. For Europes top magician, Maria-ssi, to say such a thing We all got through thanks to everyone helping out well. Jinhyuk graciously deflected the credit. Not out of newfound maturity or humility, But the thought of his uing reward had him a bit feigning. [The condition for copying has been met.] [You have copied Hellfire.] As expected. From start to finish. By not betraying Marias trust, he was able to copy Hellfire. With this, he had acquired both ck Tear and Hellfire skills. It meant all his tasks in the 15th floor wereplete. Thank you, Master Yu Cheonyoung. Despite the unreasonable request, youve been a great help. Heh heh. Did I do anything worth noting? Taking down the ruins boss, saving the raid team, it all seems to be your work alone? Above all, I fulfilled the request of a lifesaver. Its only natural for me to help in return. Yu Cheonyoungughed heartily. Not a bad feeling. In the past, he had to tackle everything alone, but now he hadpanions to share the journey. In life-threatening situations, these were preciousrades, trustworthy enough to have his back. It seems you will be moving on to the boss raid of the 15th floor, but what are your ns now, oppa? If you have something in mind, shall we go together? The boss? Yes. With the sessful conquest of the ruins broadcasted, various guilds are preparing major movements. With you handling the toughest part, they see an opportunity. A boss, huh The 15th floor had its own boss monster, but it wasnt of much nutritional value. He could leave that to the two of them and therge guilds. No, I have other things to attend to. First, I n to rest for a few days and recover my strength. There was a mountain of work, from practicingbinations of new skills to creating advanced abilities through unification. Moreover, the empire would have reorganized by now, and a great conflict would loom again. He needed to prepare for that, too. While Im at it, I should also visit Murim to meet my master Jinhyuk gave a shudder as he thought of Amhuang. Does that mean I have to undergo that training again? Always enjoying the most perverse trials, Jinhyuks body shivered at the thought of training with Amhuang. Three days passed since the raid. Having departed from the tower, Jinhyuk spent the time recuperating from the fatigue, enjoying leisurely rest. Rest, in his case, was practically copsing. Now fully recovered, Jinhyuk and Elise headed to a special training facility provided by the Association of Awakened. Here we are. This ce guarantees full privacy, so no worries about othersing in. An individual training room for S-rank and above users. Elise looked around with curiosity. Ho! This kind of thing is also possible. Not bad for something made by humans. But what is this? Elise approached a virtual reality device in the center of the training room. She pressed a red button on the device with her finger. [Scanning targets magical energy.] Blue light scanned over Elises body. How insolent! Dare a mere machine attempt to gauge my magic! Elises crimson pupils dted. At that moment. Whirr! [Lv??? Measurement impossible. System will create the strongest possible training opponent within its capabilities.] Kuuoooh! A holographic 30m tall behemoth appeared. A ck Dragon. The most powerful creature enveloped in dark scales. A dragon? How can there be a dragon outside the tower? Elise stuttered in disbelief. Facing this strange form of dragon suddenly was understandably disconcerting. But even if dubbed the mightiest lifeform, Elise, as the pride of her lineage, could not back down. I am Elise von Ataraxia, head of the Ataraxia house! Elise activated Blood Road. Hmm. A paradoxical fight between a fool queen and a machine. This ought to be interesting. Win or lose, it was a battle that spelled nothing but scars. Die! Die! Huh? Why is it dodging all the attacks? Could it also have the ability to warp space? Indeed, a dragon. Cant be underestimated as a formidable foe! Formidable foe my foot. Definitely an idiot. Wouldnt one normally catch on by now? While Elise fired attacks haphazardly, Jinhyuk, left alone, quietly activated his status window. Name: Kang Jinhyuk Gender: Male Age: 27 Level: 100 Strength 101 Agility 30 Endurance 40 Magic 233 Gap 100 Luck 10 Adaptive 78 Essence 51.24 Avable Stat Points: 18 Coins: 5,175,356 upation: Rune Interpreter Unique Abilities: Fusion, Grave of Swords, Stars Blessing, Anubiss Judgment, Blood Demon Qi, Mand, 1-Second Invincibility, Thousand Poisons, White Tiger, Sharing All Good Things, Sanctuary of the Sun, Dark Emperors Ultimate Technique, Triple Magic, Gigantic Strike, Breath of the Fire Dragon, High-Speed Sword, Tombgravers Right Arm, Berserker, Realm of Wind, Shadow Extreme Kill, Blood Explosion, ck Tear Skills: The number of learned skills is too many to be listed, set to folded state. Barriers: The number of learned barriers is too many to be listed, set to folded state. Level 100. He had finally changed digit ces. The massive amount of experience gained from defeating The Witch of Lamentation and the Apostles proved it. Real time has indeed passed. There was a time he looked at triple-digit-level enemies, wondering when he would reach that height. And now, he joined their ranks. Still a ways to gopared to his heyday. [Agility rises from 30 to 39.] [Endurance rises from 40 to 49.] It was time to invest in agility and endurance, which he had rtively neglected. In the lower floors of the tower, sense and experience couldpensate for the disparity in stats, but as he moved past the middle to the upper floors, the bnce of stats could not be ignored. Good. Now, onto the long-awaited reward to make up for all the ordeal in this raid. Jinhyuk brought out the items won from defeating The Witch of Lamentation from his extradimensional inventory. Chapter 271 Chapter 271 I obtained a total of three items. Each one was of an extraordinary kind. [The Witchs Spellbook] [The Screaming Apple] [Advanced Magic Stone] The Witchs Spellbook contained various kinds of barriers and curses, a grimoire inscribed with spells. Although it predominantly featured dark attribute abilities, it definitely boasted rare barriers and curses befitting of a witch affiliated with the Grand Coven of Witches. At the very least, there were barriers of 4-star grade, and even those reaching 6-stars or 7-stars. However, what captivated Jinhyuks attention was not the spellbook.The Screaming Apple. Who could have expected this to appear? Apples grown from the Ghostwood absorb magical power. It means that given enough time, they canpletely consume even the most potent magical forces. Jinhyuks mind raced. Extracting magic from the Advanced Magic Stone could amplify the apples magic absorption ability. If he used the two appropriately, it could even make the final thawing of Frozen Tears possible. A whopping 40 points in magic power for the final stage. The icy energy had been so intense that, until now, it had been tucked away in a corner of his subspace inventory, but atst, the opportunity to deal with it hade. The Advanced Magic Stone was precious, but it was iparable to his magic stat. Jinhyuk threw the skull-shaped, purple apple onto the ground. Kiyayayayaya! The apples mouth stretched open wide. Soon, a horrifying scream pierced his eardrums. Now! [The Screaming Apple absorbs the chill from Frozen Tears!] Kyaahaaahaaah! The scream intensified as the melted Advanced Magic Stone through Primordial me made contact with the apple. The scream was so sharp it could inflict internal injuries, so he didnt forget to cover his ears. Precise magical control and skilled adjustment were necessary. But Jinhyukpleted the process without a single mistake. [Your magic power increases from 233 273!] Frozen Tears shattered. All its magic was released as it was thawed in the fourth stage. Things are really going too smoothly. He almostughed, considering the situation. Despite his careful nning, everything was proceeding exactly as he wanted. No, it was beyond that level. It went far beyond what he had anticipated. Thats when it happened. Hey! Thats fake, right? He heard Elliss sharp voice. Her face was flushed with a mix of embarrassment and shame. Well, if it were me, Id want to die of embarrassment too. It meant that she had been fighting a holographic dragon and spirits all this time. No, if you knew this, you should have told me. You knew Im not familiar with your culture, this is just too much! I feel so filthy and pathetic that Hmm. Saying it like that, I kind of feel a bit sorry for her. I get it. As an apology, Ill take you somewhere, so dont cry. Youre from the True n, why would you shed tears like that? Going out? Where to? Elliss voice did a 180. Having been stuck in the ruins on the first floor for so long, the mention of new entertainment spurred her into action more than anyone else. University. As it happened, he had business there. Not to mention, the personal broadcast channel had been flooded withments over the past few days It would be good to wrap that up with this opportunity. If asked to name the top university in Korea, everyone would undoubtedly choose Korea University. A dream school that only the chosen could attend. Among its departments, the one with the fiercestpetition was Premedical Studies. Look, its Senior Yoo Sung. The top admissions into Korea Universitys Premed Not only does he look good, but hes also athletic. What cant he do? Hes also a top-ranked climber in the Tower of Trials. Not many videos, but the views are no joke on each one, right? On top of that, he never misses being the academic top of his department. Sigh. Im in the library studying all day long, and I feel worthless. For real. Voices filled with envy and admiration resounded. Chun Yoosung. Due to his ice-cold personality, people hesitated to approach him, but he carried an overwhelmingly dominant presence at Korea University. So much so that there were rumors he might actually be going through his second life. Whether or not he was aware of the stares around him, Chun Yoosung walked across the campus with an expressionless face. Following the path for quite a while, he arrived at a serene clearing. Rustle. Rustle. The bushes shook, and kittens peeked out their heads. While the kittens were known for their skittishness, they approached Yoosung as if they were familiar with him. Eat. Yoosung silently filled bowls with wet cat food and lean chicken breast, specifically for the kittens. He emptied the dirty water and poured fresh water into the bowls. Nyaang. Nyaang. Nyaaaa! The cats eagerly ate the food while happily purring. But then ! Something ominous caught Yoosungs perception. While it attempted to hide cleverly, his sharply honed senses pinpointed the presences location. You! Yoosung leaped into the bushes in a single bound. And then Ah, wait a minute. Just a minute! I didnt have any bad intentions. Jinhyuk hastily waved his hands. Bad intentions, you say? Then whats all this? Yoosung pointed to the myriad floating status windows. The broadcast system disyed a chat log filled with messages from numerous viewers. -Kim Jinwoo: Lololol got caught. -NovelAddict: Thought it was a murderer for a sec, scared the hell out of me. -Qrem: Look at those murderous eyes. Oozing with killing intent, 50,000 percent! -JeLuce: Hey Swordsman bro, hi. -Mumma: Im a fan! Haha! -Lch: Wow, really sharp. He caught that? -Shin Myung-geun: No wonder hes said to be strong. -SoItIs: Meanwhile, taking care of kittens is heart-melting stuff. Have you been shooting others secretly, acting all innocent? Disgust filled Chun Yoosungs expression as he clicked his tongue. Spying? It was just a live broadcast. I filmed everything from start to finish, thats all. Who are you to paint me as such a scoundrel? -SoYoonMom: Isnt that the same thing? -Ggo: Ive had a drink but never drunk-driven, is it that? -Jackdaw: Judge, we need a beat here. -Insomniac: The verdict is death. . Yoosung opened his subspace inventory. Space twisted as a sword hilt protruded halfway out. Hey, dont pull out a sword. Were on campus here. Its a gun-free zone. -qet: Just gonna sh right away. Lol. -Pikachu: Honestly, if something like this happened, it would be justified. -Lord of Salvation: True. We could easily make a 5-part drama with whats happened so far. -Snowy: Read that contemtive post and to be honest, it was harsh. -qpw: Vignte justice might be necessary here. Public opinion shifted drastically. Next time, Ill have to fill the ranks with more trustworthy people. This is dangerous. Wait, wait, listen to me. Im here for a very important reason. What are you doing here? To be honest, a lot of viewers were curious about your life as a medical student. Among them, a big spender put down mission coins. At first, they started with mission coins in the tens of thousands, but as the pot grewrger, it soared up to 300,000 coins. So, you started the broadcast? Yes. Without even asking for my permission? Yes! Jinhyuk nodded cheerfully. -Meister: The stakes were too high topromise. -Gasp: 300,000 coins, thats a kings ransom. -Gen: With that much, you could even sell your soul. -Skskdksdkj: [Mission aplished: 300,000 coins received] message just popped up. Congrats congrats. Its like taking candy from a baby. It was a sess. Jinhyuk was thinking just that when Meow! Suddenly, a kitten jumped up and bit Jinhyuks finger. Apparently, it was quite dissatisfied with someone treating its owner so brashly. Cute. Even a creature like this follows its master. But then ? Jinhyuks body staggered greatly. His head spun as though hed been struck from behind. -Da: Arent you overacting? Does the kittens fang hurt that much? -nk: Did it do 1 damage? -Han Sooyeon Love: Im more worried whether the kittens teeth are okay. -dkdjdn: That expression. That face. That movement. Hes gunning for broadcast controversy. Could it be? Jinhyuks gaze narrowed. One of the cats was not just an ordinary cat. A spirit beast. And not just any ordinary spirit beastone that wields poison. When he opened his eyes, he was staring at an unfamiliar ceiling. Although unclear about what had happened, his consciousness remained hazy, suggesting he had been unconscious for quite a while. Where is this? Thoughts barely formed when nk! nk! He realized his entire body was tightly restrained. The bright lights and the smell of disinfectant stung his nostrils. And then The figure of Chun Yoosung, d in a white coat, was also in sight. Could this be an operating room? There was a spirit beast among the cats. It followed me after I helped it when it was hurt and copsed in the tower. With no other ce suitable to keep it, Ive been caring for it here. So that was it. But why am I tied up? nk! nk! He was bound tightly. He couldnt budge at all. Cant you just release me and talk? Body and mind, both are clear. I feel like I could check myself out now. Thats not possible. Treating this lightly could lead to tetanus and potential arm amputation. Or even death from sepsis if neglected. Well, why only envision the worst-case scenarios? Then, send me to a hospital? I count on trained medical doctors who havepleted their residencies. Or a guild healer would be fine too. Ill pay whatever it costs Please, just Dont say such regretful things. Isnt there a doctor right in front of you? At least Ive learned to distinguish arteries from veins. The left Hmm. Or maybe its lower? Ah, dont worry too much. Its a 50-50 chance anyway. Or was it 1 in 4? Assistant. The scalpel. Chun Yoosung spoke coldly. Yo, Yoosung? Jinhyuks pupils quaked. Insanity. For all he knew, he might die at the hands of a crazed medical student. His instincts screamed a dire warning. That he needed to get out of here immediately. Ellis! Andria! Dont just stand there, do something about this. Jinhyuk asked for help from Ellis and Andria, who were beside him. It was unclear when Andria had arrived, but judging from the looks of things, it was clear that Ellis had contacted her. Sister. We need to perform a blood transfusion, right? You cant just suck it out, can you? Andria added, looking earnestly at Ellis, who was preparing a straw. Eh? Ah this? Im just going to get a taste. Only a taste. Ellis licked her lips, baring her sharp fangs. Hey, you cant do this. Wearing a nurses uniform and trying to take a patients life, does that make sense? Andria, you at least have to keep your head on straight. Youre not even a vampire, so why agree with this? Hurry up and stop her. Stop them! As Jinhyuk desperately thrashed his body, it was right then. Gogogogoooo! Sweet Potato rushed in to save its master. [Sweet Potato activates Lv12 Fear!] The entire operating room shook tumultuously. Unfurling its magnificent wings, the presence of an ancient being was unmistakablymanding. With that, the five elementals along with T-bone appeared. Yes, good work. Ive always trusted you. Mogi! Mogi! Destroy everything. Burn those ungrateful wretches to ash with your breath! Jinhyuk shouted with glee. However, the following words from Chun Yoosung Ive heard that ancient species are particrly fond of magic stones. signalled that matters were about to take a strange turn. Chapter 272 Chapter 272 Cheon Yoo-seong opened his interspatial inventory as if he had been expecting it. Whirr! Along with the dazzling light, a multitude of magical stones poured out, colorfully shimmering. Mosquitoes? Goguma tilted his head slightly in confusion. However, the bewilderment was fleeting. Mooosquiiitoooeeeees The sizeable magical stones began to fill the amber eyes of Goguma. Thats greed. Lust and greed coexisted in one ce.It was dangerous to leave it at that. Jinhyuk made a quick judgment and opened his mouth. Koo, Guma, dont fall for it! I also have magic stones. Havent you forgotten? The magic stones that we were supposed to get as a guarantee from KDS. Even if you eat those alone, youll burst from fullness, right? Well, I wonder if theres something like this among what they promised to give? Among the magic stones that Cheon Yoo-seong was keeping, there was a kind that waspletely different from ordinary magic stones. Ele, Element Magic Stones!? How did you? The wind escaped Jinhyuks mouth. To imbue an item with elemental magic, there are various methods, and using these Element Magic Stones was the most efficient way. Now, even a cksmith from a failing backwater town couldpetitively strike the cheek of a royal cksmith To speak of their performance was just a waste of breath. Guma? Mosquito! Goguma answered vigorously as if to ease worries. But why Cheon Yoo-seong was snuggling inside was unclear to him. Nor did he know that the light of Breath was pointing this way. Master, dont worry. I will protect masters life no matter what happens. Tibon? Thats right. He was the only one, the faithful summoned creature. Jinhyuks eyes were about to moisten when he said that. You are the undead summon that guy had with him. nk! Right. I am the masters summoned creature. I am Death Knight Tibon! Ivee all the way to this point with my loyalty As Tibon proudly continued his speech, Cheon Yoo-seong poured himself a ss of milk from a crystal goblet, gulp, gulp, gulp. There is also something for you. This is top-grade milk brought from the thousand-year-old ice dairy on the 7th floor. Im not sure, but the dairy owner said its the best quality product with a scent thats top-ranked across the entire tower. nk. Even just sniffing it seems to increase bone density. The ogre milk given by the master pales inparison. Tibons pupils sparkled. And if its the Elemental Spirits I believe they prefer things appropriate to their own elements, am I wrong? Cheon Yoo-seong continued toy out the items. For Undine, he provided Etriang water, known for its beauty benefits. For Sylphid, a dress blessed with the Winds Grace was given. And for Smander, lukewarm mes from Molosomon Volcano were presented. Master, thank you for everything. I watched human TV recently and heard that you reap what you sow. Master is really a good master Whew. I cant even finish my sentence. Die. No, sorry. My true feelings slipped out. Everyone, be quiet. I have a headache. The Elemental Spirits turned around without a second of hesitation. How could this be? That damned Sword Saint. When exactly had he made these preparations? After being so nice, now he ns to smack us from behind. He had invested a considerable sum in coins to broadcast this event live outside the tower. If it ends here, the losses would be greater than the gains. However, what worried him most wasnt the loss of coins. Youve taken the Hippocratic Oath, right? Huh? Look me in the eye and answer me. Dont worry. Ive said it before, didnt I? Personal emotions dont matter when Im operating. Surely, he had said something like that at a bar in Hongdae. But why is he infusing his scalpel with sword energy? Most importantly, if you hold the scalpel that high, arent you simply saying youre going to stab right through? The operation will be perfect. One cut will do it. Cheon Yoo-seong wore a bright smile that could melt the viewers heart. It was a smile that seemed to make all umted frustration disappear in an instant. Sister. Shouldnt you help out? Its okay. The strong ones usually dont die easily. Yoo-seongaaaa! A intive scream echoed from Jinhyuks mouth. A dazzling moonlight shone on the garden. In this ce, exempt from the towers rules, six shadows had gathered. The beings who oversee the major affairs of the tower, something not even divine beings could interfere with lightly. They were the Senior Administrators. Hidden in the shadows, there was nothing to be heard but each others voices, yet the conversation flowed as if each was familiar with the others. Werent all members supposed to gather today? Why is one missing? There were only six people sitting in the seven stone chairs. One seat was vacant. The Nordic divine beings and the Egyptian divine beings had a minor skirmish. Isabelle is dealing with the aftermath, hence her absence, Hastings spoke. A war, huh? Well, those two have been itching for a fight. Hoo. Cant they live quietly for once? Now theres more work piled up like a mountain. With those two aggressive forces shing, what else can you expect? Comints mixed in with sighs around the gathering. The Senior Administrators, responsible for maintaining the bnce of the tower, could not help but find suchrge-scale events troublesome. At that moment, thergest shadow in the circle brought up a grave matter. Was it once again because of the crown? The crown. Indeed. The cause of every conflict, and one of the most important relics in the tower. To reach the summit of the tower, its essential to gather all seven crowns. However, no one has been able to collect all the crowns scattered across the tower. Of the seven crowns, only five had confirmed owners and even among those, only one person owned more than two crowns. Therefore, the crownless kings floated throughout the tower, waiting for another chance to ascend to the summit. That must be the case. Since Odin lost his crown, the influence of the Nordic divine beings has plummeted. Being administrators of seven is, in fact, to safeguard the seven crowns. Precisely to ensure that the crowns reach those who are worthy. Well, truthfully, it doesnt matter who has the crowns. As long as their process doesnt vite tower rules, theres no problem. Right. We are observers and guardians. We just watch and only intervene against those who break the rules. One shadows gaze fell upon Hastings. However, not everyone seems to think this way, do they? Hastings. What do you mean? There are signs that they from the 50th floor have moved. Judging by the traces of magic, a seal has been broken, and somewhere a gap has opened. The ancient beings? Are you serious? Surely, their intervention is forbidden, isnt it? A great stir erupted among the shadows. The mere magic traces cant conclude that a crack has opened in the 50th floor. Its just that the overwhelming magical power has seeped through the barriers. Everything is still under strict control, I assure you all, upon my name. Hastings shrugged casually. Really? Why would I lie? There is no entity threatening enough to gather all the crowns, be it divine beings, residents, or yers. You need not worry too much over something that will never happen. No matter the monster, no matter how powerful a faction and its retainers are. They will never be able to gather all seven crowns. Not so far. And never ever in the future Surely There isnt anyone capable of causing such an anomaly. Its true. This was an implicit agreement among all the Senior Administrators. Murim, located in the middle levels of the tower. This ce, with a forceparable to the empire, is arge allianceposed of numerous sects. As it closely resembles Chinas historical regions, it has been a prime location for yers associated with China in the past. There had only been a handful of people who had scaled the 20th floor. After taking a few days of rest, Jinhyuk finally reached this ce. Its quite amazing to be here after such a long time. A bustling city filled with people as far as the eye could see. The noisy streets made him realize that he was truly stepping into a newyer. This ce is pretty lively. I havent been around here much, but like you said, its not too bad. Lord, it will take a full month to reach Mount Simman by foot from here. Of course, the duration can be greatly reduced using Lightfoot. Cheon Yoo-seong and Moon Shadow each added theirments. Jinhyuk nned to immediately visit Cheon Ma Sin Gyo at Mount Simman, while Cheon Yoo-seong intended to go to Huasan Faction to meet Soo Hon Sae Yeong. Since the masters teaching them swordsmanship were different, their destinations were naturally different. Go and learn diligently. Be stronger, and stronger still. Then next time, you can copy more delicious skills. [Breath of the de C Passive] Difficulty of acquisition: SS Description: Not only people who wield swords, but also the swords themselves possess a unique breath. By acquiring this skill, you can bring out the potential of the sword you own. (Note: The limit of potential you can draw out varies with the proficiency of the skill and the level of training.) A cheat-like effect that makes the weapons rank-up possible. This was a skill gained from meeting Cheon Yoo-seong. While I fought with the Witch of Lamentation, he went to acquire this. A minimum of ten sword-rted skills had to be possessed, and one must have been trained in sword technique for at least 10,000 hours to learn it. For this reason, Breath of the de was quite difficult to acquire through conventional means. Of course, the story was entirely different if the conditions for copying allowed for easy acquisition. Looking at it now, this annoying Sword Saint was looking rather charming. After 90 days, he woulde back to donate another skill. Just three more good skills to donate, and perhaps the grudge from Han Korea University could be overlooked. Maybe. That was when it happened. Everything is nice, but can we eat something before we go? In any case, we have to get that identity badge or whatever its called, and then move on, right? The geometric-patterned mask grumbled. Unknown, or rather, Elis, who had taken on the role. Gurgle. A sound like theunch of the Titanic emerged from Elis stomach. Didnt you just eat 30 rice balls? And you even devoured our portion of vani ice cream intended for dessert. Have you already forgotten? Ri, right, you said you could eat as much rice as you wanted. And the ice cream was just a light snack. Four tubs of ice cream are a snack? Its fine to eat meals and snacks separately. Those caramel mhiatos and tiramisu cakes tasted good too. Oh, right. Dont forget our promise to go to the caf together next time! At this rate, its hard to say whether this guy is a vampire or a gastronomic deity. However, I agree that a break is necessary. If not here, then therell hardly be anyfortable ces to rest in thisyer for a while. I should secure the identity badge incidentally. In theyer governed by Murim, an Identity Badge is absolutely necessary. Analogous to the modern-day ID card Without it, one would not only be considered the public enemy of the Five Great ns and Nine Faction Alliance but would also be subject to a myriad of penalties in the system. Here is under the control of the Konryun Faction, so how will you handle it. Will you really go to the none-alliance and take the identity test? Cheon Yoo-seong mentioned the most basic method. 3rd grade, 2nd grade, 1st grade, special grade. Depending on the test results, one could obtain different types of Identity Badges, and naturally, the privileges differed. The higher the recognition, the morefortably one could reside in Murim. The test, huh Of course, Im going to take it. There was certainly an intention to take the test. However, in a slightly different manner than ordinary tests. You what sort of n are you scheming this time? I dont care about the rank, as long as I get any identity badge. But if your strange actions cause trouble for me too Huh? Ah, no. Dont worry. How could I possibly harm you? I n to take it very ordinarily, very ordinarily indeed. Jinhyuk smiled lightly. The worlds most unsettling smile stretched across his lips. Chapter 273 Chapter 273 Cloud Mist Pavilion. Managed by the orthodox factions, this ce was known as the martial pavilion most grounded in realbat among the Five Great ns and the Nine Sect Alliance. The reason was simple. The Gonryun Sect, located in Cheonghae Castle, was the closest to where the Demon Demonic Cult was located. The central regions dike that first confronted the entry of the demonic cult into the central ins. The pride of the orthodox sect that still maintained its force amidst the Righteous and Demon Great War, where blood was washed with blood. That was Gonryun, symbolized by clouds and dragons. Im tired ofing up short. As always, beginning his day, Jong Mu-ryang, the pavilion master of the martial pavilion, reviewed the list of people seeking to enter the pavilion.The war with the empire was still not over, and after the Demon Demonic Cult ended their closure, it was unpredictable when and where a variable might ur. No matter how many talented recruits there were, it was never enough. But, it was rarer to find someone who could truly make use of among those knocking on Cloud Mist Pavilions door than finding beans during a drought. How about the kids directly selected by the Martial Alliance this time? Though not from prestigious families, I see some from fairly known martial families. Jong Mu-ryang asked the sidekick Taek, the chief supervisor. The aged Taek, the chief supervisor, was the practical housekeeper of Cloud Mist Pavilion, taking care of everything from major events to odd jobs. Yes. They certainly learn fast, but they are too young. It will be quite a while before they are ripe enough. As expected, it seems I have no choice but to bring in the rogues or gangsters if we want to use them urgently. Though he did not like using such underhanded methods away from the eyes of the leaders of the factions, if he wanted to achieve results, he couldnt choose his methods. Above all, to oppose the demonic cult, they had to put aside notions like righteousness and human rtions. In our case, quantity is more important than quality, isnt it? In that sense, we can always procure expendables. Even today, more than 300 of them have gathered. Hmm. The more cannon fodder, the better. Jong Mu-ryang nodded his head. Soon, the two men left the inner house and headed to the training grounds. Buzzing! The training ground was already a sea of people. Tsk. Jong Mu-ryang clicked his tongue harshly. If Im not hoping for first- or second-rate, at least let there be some third-rate mid-level talent. Was I asking for too much? He had thought he set his expectations low, but the actual sight was even worse. Well, if someone was skilled, they wouldnt be receiving identity tes in a martial pavilion in the outskirts, but would be back by a family and head to a prestigious central martial pavilion instead. Thats when Hm? Jong Mu-ryang narrowed his eyes, which had only been spewingints. From the front he felt a rather weighty aura. Three men and a masked person. The manughing in front was nothing special, but the rest were all quite out of the ordinary. Ho. Not just a bunch of scarecrows it seems. Perhaps it will be a rather interesting test. Taek, the chief supervisor. Command me, Pavilion Master. Begin the test immediately. I want to see the results quickly this time. Jong Mu-ryang sat down, his eyes filled with anticipation. The Seven Star Heavenly Sword, Cheondoak, at your service. Ho. To meet the owner of the seven swords said to dominate Cheonghae. Im Cheongho. Commonly known in the world as Thunder Spirit Cloud Sword. Ooh! Of course, Ive heard of it. Great to meet a remarkable figure like you. Hahaha! I am known as Tae Ryong of the Invincible Divine Fist. Incredible. To meet the famous Tae Ryong himself! To see in person the protagonist of the incident that once shocked the martial world. This test is bound to be the fiercest ever. With so many exceptional talents gathered, it feels like my heart is pounding already. Everyone was busy introducing themselves. The sound of heartyughter was nearly painful for the ears. Whats Seven Star Heavenly Sword? And Thunder Spirit Cloud Sword? Absolute experts who survived the Righteous and Demon Great War? Wol-yeong, do you know them? Jin-hyeok spoke casually. I havent heard of them either. Supposedly these are incredible guys who dominate Cheonghae? From what I see, they only seem to dominate their parents spines No, there must be something. It was difficult to adopt Invincible Divine Fist as a nickname without real confidence in ones abilities. Even the way I used to shout The sun is setting gave the impression that these were not average joes. Instinct told me that they were definitely real. If not, they had to be. Whats this major event theyre talking about? Surely it was some terrifying incident with all sorts of conspiracies and masked people running amok, right? Now that I think of it, I remember hearing that a food carriage on its way to the Demon Demonic Cult was robbed. The carriage, entrusted to servants, had no escort at the time. Hmm. They do seem somewhat like retired hidden experts. Jin-hyeok muttered as he scratched his cheek. Titles or whatever aside, I dont feelfortable in these clothes. Eris, who had bought her clothes beforeing here, looked at them with dissatisfaction. Given her preference for borate and antique-style clothing, it would feel a bit in. Just bear with it. Your usual outfit would be too conspicuous here. Even so, I prefer a crown. The kind made of furs and. A golden staff too! Was this the idea of ying a little queen? I felt like confining her within a stroller. Eris continued to whine, but Jin-hyeok let everyint pass through one ear and out the other. Maybe he would just buy her a hairpin or somethingter. Thats when Attention! A loud voice came from the podium. The identity te test of Cloud Mist Pavilion will nowmence. Taek, the chief supervisor, with a stern expression, looked down at the training ground. All eyes were focused. When you entered, each of you should have received a copper coin. Now that you mention it Right. They gave me a ck copper coin Me too. Is this it? One by one, they each brought out the small copper coins they had kept in their pockets. Fo Chapter 274 Chapter 274 Ahhh! Scream! Desperate cries echoed throughout the area. To those who could barely master third-rate martial arts, Cheon Yoo-seong, who exhaled sword energy like breath, was nothing less than a disaster. When the situation took a strange turn, the targets of those remaining shifted. Hes a monster! Forget about him and attack the others! At someones shout, the target shifted from Cheon Yoo-seong to Jin-hyeok. Voom! des and spears poured towards where Jin-hyeok stood.No, they tried to pour toward him. ng! A clear, metallic sound blocked them. The de stopped mere inches above Jin-hyeoks face. How dare you threaten our lord with a weapon? It was Wol-yeong. Thanks to a loyal subordinate to watch over his side, Jin-hyeok didnt need to lift a finger. What is this, acting like some gigolo? Going to fight in ce of yourpanion? Gigolo? mes sparked in Wol-yeongs eyes. Killing intent. The kind that hinted at an utter determination to kill. It was difficult enough to tolerate him disrespecting the lord-like Jin-hyeok, but to insult him as well was crossing the line by a mile. Given Wol-yeongs already delicate figure andplex about his refined looks, the humiliation was beyond imagination. [Wol-yeong activates Shadow Extreme Kill!] Whats getting worked up going to doArgh! Thump thump thwack! Teeth flew out like popcorn kernels as a thick mist of blood arose. The man couldnt finish his sentence as Wol-yeong closed the distance with incredible speed. North, south, east, and west. The skill to keep striking in the direction that was losing bnce, forcing the target to remain standing was certainly not human. With that body how can he possess such monstrous strength? Monsters, they are. They were no match at all. Wol-yeong, terror itself, who was smacking down someone a head taller than himself. Did thate out of this mouth? Or was it this one? Here? Here? Huh? Tell me. Ah, cant talk anymore? Bang! Crash! Thwack! Wol-yeong swung his fist mercilessly while harboring a wicked smile. Hmm I remember him being cool-headed and imposing when we first met; how did he be like this? It must be bad influence. And the culprit is probably Cheon Yoo-seong. As the saying goes, the dye of thepany one keeps. From now on, Ill have to keep him by my side. Darn it! Its all wrong. Aim for that little brat. Thats right. We can handle a little brat. Surely, that little one wont be all that strong. The only remaining target was Elris. Jin-hyeok shook his head disapprovingly. No, it might be wiser for you all to just fight amongst yourselves Why are they only targeting us, like crazed mules? Even hyenas know to keep their distance from a lion, yet humans seem to be even more senseless. But it was already toote for warnings. Once the taboo was broken, there was no stopping Elris. Hehehe. I am not a brat. I am not a brat, you maggots! Honestly, in what way do I look like a little kid to you! The brat was enraged. Kukukuku! The sky turned blood red due to Blood Road. One by one. Various weapons from the ground levitated. Whats this? Telekinesis? How deep must ones internal energy be to do that? To already be foaming at the mouth from mere sword energy and sword qi, now they were witnessing the telekic lifting of objects with internal energy. Now, they were filled with just one thought: to survive at any cost, disregarding their status badges and pompous ims. Run! Save yourself! Squeak! The once bustling training ground had turned into aplete hell. One after another, everyone threw their money and crawled out of the arena. Theres an elegance to the sunset at this hour. Jin-hyeok casually diverted his attention to the edge of the training ground. From a swiftly opened spatial inventory, a ck mass slipped out unnoticed. Is this possible? Grandmaster. Am I seeing this right? Are we dreaming? I cant believe it but it seems to not be a dream. The mouths of Choong Moo-ryang and the Grandmaster were agape with shock, unable to shoo away the flies, as no one could me them. What was happening in the training ground was simply too detached from reality. Boom! Argh! Martial artists were being smashed to pieces with each hit. That part was eptable. Someone failing a test was a natural urrence, wasnt it? The problem was that all this devastation was being caused by merely three people. As a tall and imposing man brandished his sword, the terrain and materials were torn apart. Sword qi. A very high level of it too. The young master who moved through shadows wasnt to be underestimated either. His rapid movement, reminiscent of an elite assassin, was even difficult for Choong Moo-ryang to follow with his eyes. And to top it off, there was the masked individual whose depth of internal energy could not be fathomed. If I were to fight them, could I win against even one of them? Choong Moo-ryang gulped down his saliva. It was unlikely. He had to admit, even considering a life-or-death duel, his chances of winning didnt seem over 40%. Especially thest opponent, the one wearing the mask, seemed a ss above the others. But what was truly frightening wasnt those three people. That guy Choong Moo-ryangs gaze fixed on Jin-hyeok, who stood leisurely with his arms crossed. Was he not weak after all? He appeared foolish with hisid-back yawns and vacant smile. It was thought he was just an attendant, a mere essory to the others. But that was a mistake. He wasnt weak orcking in internal energy. Rather. His level was simply unseen. An area invisible even to himself, the leader of Unmoo-gwan and one of the peak experts of Gonryun. Just how formidable must he be, that even now the other three couldnt move without hismands? Ultra-level No, perhaps even beyond that threshold. As the thought reached that point, goosebumps ran across his flesh, and his hair stood on end. Thump! Thump! Thump! His heart pounded ferociously. At any cost, he had to attract him over to their side. If he could recruit such a strong martial artist, not only the Gonryun faction leaders but the entire Martial Alliance would remember the name Choong Moo-ryang, and his deed would surely be praised. His deliberation was short. Stop! Choong Moo-ryang rose to his feet abruptly. There is no need to continue the examination any longer. Yes, that makes sense. What are you all doing? Attend to the great masters instead of dilly-dallying. The Grandmaster hurriedly issued orders. What about the injured? What about them? If theyre broken or have to crawl, is it our responsibility? Just throw them out. We have to wee important guests, so make haste. Yes, sir! The martial artists belonging to the guild immediately followed orders. Since this ce, under the pretext of resisting the Cheonma Sin-kyo, was heavily influenced by Gonryun over the royal family, no one contested them. Hurry up and get out. Thest thing you want is to be beaten for your whining. The martial artists nudged the injured with their batons. They definitely seemed ready to beat them mercilessly if provoked. Wait, please wait. I hurt my leg falling and cant walk properly Arent you the one who practices the invincible martial arts or something? Well, its just sometimes it works and sometimes it doesnt Fine, then Ill beat you until it works. Everyone out! Aaaargh! Im going, Im going, okay?! Pitiful screams filled the air several times, and soon the bustling training ground waspletely empty. The treatment at Unmoo-gwan hadpletely shifted 180 degrees. The inner house was prepared with the distinctively fragrant Iron Guanyin tea and various snacks. Well, they had shown their true capabilities, so it was no wonder eyes were wide. Cheon Yoo-seong and Wol-yeong, as always, didnt even touch the tea. Arent you going to eat? Im not too fond of sweet things. Im not that starving to eat what the righteous faction offers. Really? But this is pretty tasty, some high-ss sweets here. Jin-hyeok shrugged and popped one of the confections in his mouth. To not eat it would be a loss. Meanwhile, Elris constantly murmured in astonishment as she demolished the sweets and honey treats in the porcin bowl. Munch munch. Tastes mmm. good. Enjoying um, this sweetness is my kind Chomp of thing. Prepare gulp more of this. Her cheeks were puffed out like a hamsters, which was just a bonus. Take it slow, no ones going to snatch it from you. Can you even taste it when you shove it all in your mouth like that? And hold some dignity while eating. Youre supposed to be the head of a family, remember? Huh? Look, youve got all this sugar around your mouth. Jin-hyeok wiped the white sugar from Elriss mouth. What are you doing? Elriss voice was on the edge of getting sharper when suddenly Thud! Choong Moo-ryang burst into the room, brandishing a yellow identity badge. Sorry for making you wait. There wasnt much call for a higher grade badge, so it took some time to find it. Here, take one each. Choong Moo-ryang handed out four yellow-tinted identity badges. [You have acquired a yellow identity badge!] Type: First-ss Contents: This badge certifies your identity while in the martial world. It allows you to use local taverns and inns at reduced prices, buy weapons and herbs, or receive rare quests. Validity: For the duration of your stay in the martial world (up to 90 days) However. Jin-hyeok, who took his badge, smiled with a curious look. Choong Moo-ryang had given out first-ss. Not special-ss. I believe there is one more level above this that exists Oh, are you talking about the special-ss badge? There is indeed another matter regarding that. By regtion, we need to get an agreement to issue a special-ss badge. Haha. A sheepishugh escaped, as if caught red-handed. It was in what was to be said, but Jin-hyeok feigned ignorance and took a sip of tea. Choong Moo-ryang continued. It seems you have no affiliation yet. Why note to Gonryun? Apart from offering you the special-ss badge, I promise to treat you in a manner befitting your talents. Oh? Joining the Gonryun faction? Yes. Its not an offer given to just anyone. You know, only those from distinguished families can enter the Five Great Sects and Nine Factions. Wow. Its an honor just to hear such an offer. I had no idea you would be so generous. Cough! Dont mention it All this is for the greater good. If we can drive out the wicked cult, I can certainly overstep my authority to give you this status. A sly smile crept across Choong Moo-ryangs lips. I understand. Ill think about it positively. I did need a strong backing after all. Great! A wise decision. Choong Moo-ryang quickly retrieved another badge from his robes. A tinum special-ss badge. As the deal was struck, the air in the room softened. But the warm atmosphere didntst long. Crash! Ma, Master! The door burst open with a shattering sound, and a man rushed in breathlessly. What is the meaning of thismotion? I told everyone to not interrupt this important meeting! My apologies. Theres a matter I must report Gathering his breath, the man quickly gave the news. Our treasure vault has been robbed! The elixirs and many other treasures have vanished without a trace. What? Our treasure vault? Are Are you telling me that even that is gone? Thats even that manual has disappeared as well. Thats impossible. Choong Moo-ryang stood up in disbelief. Such events would startle even the seasoned leader of Unmoo-gwan. What unfortunate timing for a robbery. Really puts us in a bind. Jin-hyeok clicked his tongue. Nothing like a robbery while the guards were distracted by the examination, and especially now when Choong Moo-ryang was preupied with recruiting new talent, to strike at such a moment. Whoever it was, was meticulous and heartless, that was certain. Look at that. Even smoke rising in the distance as if they had set a fire. Surely divine punishment awaited. Ah, lightning would strike from the heavens and all. Apologies, but there will be no joining Gonryun after all. We were looking for a strong backer, but a house that cannot secure its own home seems substandard. Jin-hyeok coldly drew a line. Of course, he had not forgotten to safely secure the special-ss badge. Yeeek! Who could it be? Have the Cheonma Sin-kyo bastards invaded us? Thats The reporting warrior quickly added another piece of information. The thief looked like a young serpent that failed to be a dragon, screaming mosquito or something. I dont really understand the meaning Hmm. Seems about time to make a getaway. Chapter 275 Chapter 275 Somewhat away from the Unmu n, on a mountain, Jinhyuk stroked the charming sweet potato affectionately. Mogi! Yes, yes. Did you have a good outing? Mooooogi! The sweet potato blinked its eyes and wagged its tail the way a happy puppy might. It seemed to be in a good mood, having enjoyed the fresh scent of the grass. It was then that something happened. Baaaaaaaaah The sweet potato spat out a dan pill, half-melted in its mouth. Whats that now?Cheon Yuseong asked with a face full of disbelief. There are quite a few good dan pills in Unmu n. Not quite on par with Shaolins Great Return Pill or the Mudangs Resurrection Pill, but theres plenty of middle to high-grade ones stored for immediate response against the demonic sects. Thanks to that, our Mogi has been growing up steadily. It must have eaten at least 70 pills. Jinhyuk activated his Insatiable Eyes. [Sweet Potato] Species: Ancient Species Age: 1 Level: 156 Strength: 105 Agility: 138 Health: 120 Magic Power: 192 Dragon Power: 104 Skills: Acid Saliva Lv6, Feast Time Lv6, Acid Breath Lv7, Flight Lv11, Fear Lv12 Traits: When an ancient species engages in battle, it consumes the masters magic power. In a normal fight, 5 magic power per minute is required, while in intense battles, it needs 15 magic power per minute. It had not only eaten the magic stones provided by the KDS but had also ingested various dan pills. Considering the nature of ancient species rapid growth, this was insane. Now, you have even started raising your native dragon stats. Jinhyuk smiled with satisfaction. With the extraordinary manual, the eternal iron, and the precious sword he had acquired from the treasure vault, this was indeed a jackpot C no other word could do justice. Do you see? This is how a veteran earns their badge. Ahem. Covering arson and plunder like that. Ive never seen anyone like you in my life. My Lord. Even the Heavenly Demon Cult wouldnt do such a thing. Woah. You burnt down the whole house of the ones who offered you tea and snacks. Why dont you just take their galldders and livers while youre at it? Voices of condemnation poured out from all directions. Arson and plunder, you say. Didnt you all see what they just did earlier? They talk big about valuing righteousness and chivalry, but the moment one fails their test, theyre disposed of without hesitation C a sight still burning in Jinhyuks memory. Pretending to be strong against the weak and docile in front of the mighty C what kind of warrior does that make? They were nothing but gangs. Hmm. I did find the overt ttery sickening. I suppose it could be considered karmic retribution, as you say. Cheon Yuseong nodded minutely. Then, as if suddenly remembering something, he asked urgently. Wait, with this turn of events, doesnt that render our badges useless? If they investigate even a little, theyll figure out your rtionship to Mogi. Well, I suppose so. Even if the orthodox sects were fools, they wouldnt be oblivious to that. Their intelligencework wouldnt be so fragile. Then, are you saying all the actions we took so far, the special badge and all, are pointless? Not pointless. They had acquired valuable treasures from Unmu n. And The special badge was never my real goal. I never intended to get one from there from the start. Why cling to a bunch thats filled with false hopes when I can get one from the Heavenly Demon Cult and my master? The badge necessary to dwell in the martial world was indeed required, but it never specified it had to be from the orthodox sects. The only reason I kept the tinum badge was because of its value. Cheon Yuseongs face crumpled at the nonchnt answer. What am I supposed to do then? Surely, youre not suggesting that I apany you to the Heavenly Demon Cult? Hm. You should go ask Sister Chuhyunsaoyeong. Im sure shes got a few spare badges tucked away. Shriink! Cheon Yuseong half-drew his sword without a word. No, wait. Just a moment. Did I do this for my own benefit? Of course, Ive got something for you too. Look at this. Its a fantastic sword. The longsword had a crane engraved on it. Befitting something stored in the Kunlun Sect, the swords extraordinary nature was obvious at a nce. This sword has an attack strength that exceeds 4,000. Its light and blended with eternal iron, so it can withstand any level of sword energy you gather. Arent you grateful? Hurry up and say thank you. Wait, thats not the main issue Youre always like this. You give no thought to my goodwill, not even a speck of dirt in your eyes. Its not that. Please, stick to the point and speak clearly! Again and again. Always trying to get thest word. Havent you heard that sometimes losing is winning? Here, you win by pretending you cant and saying thank you. Right or not? Jinhyuk rattled on like a machine gun. Alright. Utterly grateful. Feeling like hed been cheated somehow, Cheon Yuseong relented with a nod in the end. Good. The most troublesome nuisance has been cated. Now, lets see what Ive got for spoils. Jinhyuk examined an old tome brought by the sweet potato. This very old-looking book had its cover title worn away by time The Kunlun Sect usually stored dan pills, but this was unexpected. Carefully, he used his Insatiable Eyes. [Insatiable Eyes level is too low, restricting some information about the target!] [A book written by one at a very high realm] Obtaining Difficulty: Immeasurable Contents: A secret manual written by Baek Wolcheon, the Second Heavenly Demon, as he entered the realm of extreme demonic cultivation. It contains one core method and two techniques to master the essence of the Heavenly Demon Cults power, but its profound and difficult nature makes understanding its secrets nearly impossible. Look at this? Baek Wolcheon C could it be? Indeed. He was the very same individual who turned Qinghai into a wastnd during the first Great Sage War. Recalling that he read about the Kunlun Sect going to the main cult of the Heavenly Demon Cult during the end of the first Great War to give them a hard time Did they acquire this then and kept it stored till now? Even if its a manual written by Baek Wolcheon during his extreme demonic cultivation, if its by him, its an incredibly valuable artifact. Cant exactly let the Martial Alliance know, regrettable. Nor can I make proper use because its just iprehensible from the start. They mustve stored it away, right under lock and key. No, it might be that they didnt even know it was written by the Second Heavenly Demon. They mightve simply spected it was written by some considerable expert. If they knew it was penned by the Heavenly Demon, theyd have managed it more stringently. This is getting interesting. If utilized correctly, this manual could be a hidden ace when visiting the Heavenly Demon Cult. Jinhyuk tucked the secret manual into a corner of his spatial inventory. Just then. Ding! A red notice appeared before everyone. [A Bounty Event has been activated!] [All identification badges have been invalidated!] [Henceforth, you are officially enemies of the Five Families and the Nine Martial Arts Factions.] Whether dead or alive. 500,000 coins for essories, 1,500,000 coins for the mastermind. Time Limit: Until you leave the martial world. (However, the bounty could be called off under certain conditions.) They caught on quicker than expected. Now, the territories of the orthodox factions have be hazardous. But that doesnt matter. Its not the first time Im wanted as an outcast. Besides, its much more fun this way. The clear-cut path is not my style. The thrill of the new and unexpected. Thats what the veteran Cooperatoraim for. *** Among the top experts of the orthodox factions, only five, including the current martial alliance leader and hermits, have ovee the supreme wall. Even the head of the Huashan Sect had not yet reached such a realm. Hence, the martial artists of the orthodox factions deliberately belittled the Heavenly Demon Cult. To let the other powers know, they were the true masters of the martial world, not the Heavenly Demon Cult. They spread rumors that the reputation of the Heavenly Demons was inted and that they had long declined, exiling themselves to the Hundred Thousand Great Mountains. However, that couldnt be further from the truth. The current Heavenly Demon represents the cmity of myriad demons. Touching upon him is taboo, unthinkable even for a divine figure. Had it not been for that incident during thest Great Sage War The orthodox factions would have likely lost their name and their lineage. Jinhyuk looked down the lone trail leading up the mountain. This road was the only path to the Hundred Thousand Great Mountains, and at the same time, the road of no return once outsiders stepped in. Of course, thats only if unauthorized persons entered. Lord. From here on, there are quite a number of troublesome traps, so allow me to take the lead. Yeong adjusted her stride with practiced grace. No, its fine. I already told my master around when we should be arriving. Mid-sentence, Jinhyuk trailed off. True, he did mention visiting the Heavenly Demon Cult Would my master, knowing such, meekly clear the way? Past events in the Tower of Ordeals shed through his mind. The answer to his question was one. Of course not. Shoosh. A very faint movement became perceptible in the surroundings. Hmm. Elysees center of gravity shifted slightly backward. Yeong barely caught the anomaly a beatte. Wait! Im affiliated with the Heukpung Society! Its useless, Yeong. These thingstheyre not human. Jinhyuk restrained her. My Lord, not human, what do you mean? Jiangshi. There seem to be about seven of them. While their energy was undetectable, the distinct scent suggested they were the Ink Spirit Jiangshi,mon fodder for the Heavenly Demon Cult. Damn it. A disciple arrives and his master wees him with Jiangshi. In all of time and space, such a foolish wee might not exist. Moreover, Ink Spirit Jiangshi are troublesome entities of intermediate difficulty, arent they? How about it. Shall we smash them all? Such corpses can be swept away immediately if I intervene. Elysee prepared her ws as if to ask for the green light. That would be convenient, but it seems theyre here for me. Most likely, no one else stepping forward would be acknowledged. What the master was looking for was none other than Jinhyuk himself. Alright. If the master is being difficult, its the duty of the disciple to y along, right? You lot rest in the back. This will be over quickly. [Unique Ability Heukcheonmawanggong (ck Heavenly Demon Emperor Power) awakens.] Whoosh! A ck aura rose around Jinhyuks hands. *** Krrrrr Gyaaa! Promptly, prey appeared. Boom! Crash! Two Ink Spirit Jiangshi leaped out from the woods. Terrifying figures dyed in ck. As expected of beings created with a plethora of herbs and poisons to withstand swordy. Simultaneous attacks aimed at the shoulder and thigh unfolded. But just before their ck ws reached Jinhyuk Swoosh Like smoke, Jinhyuks form vanished. Geomma Jeowangbo. The footwork he had honed countlessly now approached the realm of transcendent movement, unconventional and bizarre. You know, Im aware that each of these fes is quite pricey, and Im not ountable if they end up trashed. Power surged into Jinhyuks clenched fists as he gathered magic strength. Boom! A strike, A massive hole formed in the body of the Jiangshi. Not even bodies that could repel ded weaponry could withstand the ck Heavenly Demon Emperor Power. One down Next, Jinhyuk spun counter-clockwise, adding rotation to his momentum, and struck with his elbow. Crunch! Kueek! This time, a face was utterly crushed. He immobilized two in an instant. Yet, he had no intention of stopping. Before the remaining five could even spring forth, Jinhyuk bounded into the forest. A breeze whisked through. His stopping point: behind arge rock. As expected, it was against the wind. Jinhyuk grinned, facing the five Ink Spirit Jiangshi lined up. What followed was a massive storm. The extreme concentration of his inner power exploded, tearing trees out from their roots. Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom! Naturally, the central targets, the Jiangshi, evaporated entirely. I suppose thats enough for a greeting or do you need more of an uproar? Jinhyuk shrugged. At that very moment, Puahaha! No, no, thats more than enough. You never fail to impress. Indeed. A cheerfulugh burst out from his side. Chapter 276 Chapter 276 A muscr old man, on the verge of bursting. He was one of the two Protectors who assisted the Heavenly Demon, the very man who created the ck Heavenly Demon Emperor Technique. Its been a long time, Master. Jinhyuk greeted him with a light smile. Yeah. You mustve had quite a journey. I was worried that you might have be weaker since west met, but it seems my worry was unwarranted. The Dark Emperorughed heartily. Beside him, Jinhyuk saw White Snake and the high-ranked members of the Shadow Corps from the Empire. Hahaha. Sending a Jiangshi to check if it was an unfounded worry or not. I almost left for the Mount of the Dead instead of the Hundred Thousand Mountains. If you were going to test me, you shouldve sent the Yin-Yang Jiangshi. That wouldve made me bite my tongue and die for good. Well, if youre unharmed, thats all that matters. Dontin too much. As my disciple, you should be able to handle this much with your eyes closed. I havent learned anything yetHmm! Hmm! The Dark Emperor coughed awkwardly, looking a bit embarrassed. He quickly changed the subject. Other than Moonlight, I didnt realize we had another guest. Is that yourpanion? The Dark Emperors gaze shifted to Ellis. Her face was hidden behind a mask, but that couldnt hide the true nature within her. A sharp and cutting energy pierced under the mask. However, Ellis was not to be easily intimidated by the Dark Emperors energy. Fizz! Spark! Sparks flew, and the conflicting energies neutralized each other. Suddenly, a pebble on the ground burst into dust with a puck sound. Oh? A strange exmation escaped the Dark Emperors lips. The air was tense, the atmosphere changed rapidly. Ellis tilted her head slightly. As if to say she wouldnt avoid confrontation and was ready to draw her Unique Celestial Spear if provoked. Damn it. This is the problem with those all too proud ones. Theyll overturn everything if things arent to their liking. Just then. .Youngd. It looks like youve found a splendid partner. The skills are remarkable and the energy within is indeed typical of the dark arts of our cult. Hmmm. With such a person, its only natural to be allowed inside our Cult. I grant my permission. .Yes? Eh? Jinhyuk and Ellis eximed simultaneously. Come on, lets get going. We have to hurry before the sun sets because weve been dyed. Before they could reply, the Dark Emperor took the lead. Hmm hmm. Hmmm. Ellis hummed contently. Though the reason was unclear, the hostility she radiated earlier hadpletely vanished. Why are your moods so fluctuating? Didnt you dislike the Master? I did, but now I find the old man quite likable. Hehe. Ellis briskly walked ahead with light steps. Is it because vampires inherent magical power and the Cults dark energy are simr? Indeed, its hard to understand what those who reach the level of Sovereign are thinking. After walking for some time, Jinhyuk and the Dark Emperor had moved quite far apart. At that moment, White Snake approached the Dark Emperor. The worry on his stern face was unmistakable. Are you really considering epting that person as a disciple? Someone unaffiliated with our Cult, not to mention not even a martial artist White Snake voiced his concern cautiously. Im aware of your worries, but dont fret. But, Eminent One. All three of the great masters who were scattered have returned to the Cult. Additionally, three new masters have joined during the ten years of seclusion, havent they? Are you referring to the ones brought in by the Left Protector? The Heavenly Demon, the two Protectors, and the Demon Corps Commanderin total, ten great masters were all gathering in one ce today. Yes. The situation is already tense like walking on the edge of a de, and I dont think we should create new sparks of contestation. Especially since the Left Protector Even though they all gathered under the powerful figurehead of the Heavenly Demon, the Left Protector was different. Ambition was brewing within him, not outwardly but boiling hot with metal fire within. Caught in the midst of these venomous vipers, to give them a reason to grasp any weakness was far too worrisome for White Snake. It was only natural. After all, a demonic cult is a gathering of those who kill others to take their power and make it their own. However. White Snake. The Dark Emperors expression remained unchanging. Yes, yes? I clearly said its fine. He simply stated. Deciding alone, wholly andpletely. No one other than the Heavenly Demon couldmand him. And once he decided to take someone under his protection, he never abandoned them under any circumstances. Admittedly, we havent known each other long. As you said, her roots are not in martial arts. Even so, Ive decided to ept her as my disciple. The reason was unknown. But it felt like a camaraderie and longing for a person he had known for ages. I want to trust my instincts. Across the flowing wind, a faint smile formed on the lips of the Dark Emperor. A smile that he had never shown before. Your Will be done. White Snake bowed his head. The main hall of the Heavenly Demon Cult. Heavenly Demon Hall (ħ). Six men and women were seated on both sides of the empty seat of high honor. These were the ten great masters of the Heavenly Demon Cult. Both the Protectors and the Demon Corps Commander have yet to show up, and we seldom get to see the Heavenly Demon since the seclusion. Im beginning to worry that something might have gone wrong. An old man with a fungus growing on his sword and a skinny appearance spoke. Eighth in hierarchy, He was called the Poison Lotus Hand, Dokgoryong. It sounded less like sincere concern and more like he was hoping for something to go wrong. Oh my. Are you, an old man, lusting for power? The Heavenly Demon is in good health; there is no need for your concern. I can guarantee that. Sosuhwannyeo (ֻŮ) Sohohyang smiled seductively. Ranked fifth, a master who perfected the art of the Bare Hand Phantom Technique, her mere smile seemed to sweeten the air around her. A witch like you dares use me of greed for power? From my point of view, its obvious, but its only words if you say otherwise. Sohohyang chuckled lightly. Always engaged in a war of nerves upon meeting. How crude. Kekeke. After all, we arent exactly on amicable terms to be exchanging pleasantries. Petty. The others chipped in their thoughts. Then, at that moment. Boom! With a loud noise, the doors of the inner chamber burst open. Hahahahaha. It seems Im ratherte. I wonder if the Heavenly Demon Hmm? It seems he hasnt yet arrived in the inner chamber. It was the Dark Emperor. His brash behavior wasnt new, as causing damage to property was something all were ustomed to. But. Even such acts of whimsy have bounds that must not be crossed. Particrly when one is among the two Protectors who assist the Heavenly Demon Dark Emperor, no, Right Protector! Who are these people? Dokgoryongs voice carried an edge. This ce was the Heavenly Demon Hall. A forbidden area where only those with permission could enter. To see unknown outsiders walk in was bound to incite disbelief. Take it easy. They can all hear. These are my disciples and well, lets just say, her betrothed. Di, Disciples? The Right Protector has taken disciples? Can it be? At the Dark Emperors statement, exmations of disbelief echoed from all around. Icily strong with brute force, the Dark Emperor had ascended to the position of the Right Protector, but never once took a disciple in all these years. None in the Heavenly Demon Cult had ever caught the eye of the Dark Emperor. Then is that one able to practice the ck Heavenly Demon Emperor Technique? Yes. He can use it. The ck Heavenly Demon Emperor Technique (ħʹ). The unique martial art of the Dark Emperor had been sought after by countless people, yet all failed. At best, they could only mimic a simplified version called ck Heavenly Technique. But if hes mastered it If not for the Dark Emperors own promation, such a im would have been deemed impossible. Indeed, if thats the case, I understand why the Right Protector is showing interest. May I inquire as to which realm that person has reached? He has reached 4-stars. Though not precise, he can execute the techniques of that realm without difficulty, as witnessed by my own eyes. Using the basics and reaching the 4-star realm At such an age? A monster, then. All eyes turned toward Jinhyuk. Despite the suffocating pressure, he stood calmly. A 4-star realm seemed preposterous. It took the leader of the ck Wind Faction, Yanghomyeongjo, ten years to attain the 3-star realm with the ck Heavenly Technique, not the ck Heavenly Demon Emperor Technique. So youve brought him to join the Cult, then. No, Id like to grant my disciple the same authority as I have. The same authority as the Right Protector? Ive heard you correctly, havent I? If you heard correctly, why ask again? So youre suggesting that, although a disciple of the Right Protector and can freely enter the Cult ground he wont follow our doctrines. In short, you want to grant him the freedom to act as he wishes? Precisely. The Dark Emperor nodded affirmatively. Thats preposterous! Right Protector! Are you in your right mind? Puhahaha! It seems the old man has lost his senses. After ten years of seclusion, has his brain rotted away? How can we allow such a special treatment just for a passably talented person? Besides, theres no proof but the Right Protectors word, is there not? Hmm. As expected, these are the reactions. The Dark Emperor shrugged his shoulders towards Jinhyuk. Well, I was expecting it. Then, show them. Why you deserve special treatment. And. Why I decided to take you as a disciple the moment we first met. Everything. Understood. Jinhyuk stepped forward. The ten great masters of the Heavenly Demon Cult. Though some were missing, just hearing the names sent shivers down ones spine, such were the strength of these formidable opponents. All specialized in unique martial arts, and their realbat experience was on a different levelpared to the martial artists Jinhyuk had faced so far. Impressive indeed. Jinhyuk scanned the faces of the masters before him. Ranks five to ten. Monsters, each and every one of them. However, he did not have to worry about being ambushed by them all at once. Their status was high enough that they couldnt act recklessly, saving face. It would be a joke for us to deal with the Right Protectors disciple. We will call our own disciples to face him. Jasohui. Yes, Faction Leader. Upon Sohohyangs call, a young girl appeared. She had been waiting outside, but with Sohohyangs permission, she was now allowed into the Heavenly Demon Hall. Whoosh! The sword that came out of its sheath scattered brilliant light. The stifling dark energy indicated the girl, too, had learned the Bare Hand Phantom Technique. But at that moment, Dokgoryong intervened. No, let the youngsters be. Ill take care of this matter. Oh my, how proactive of you. Whatever hase over you? I say I will handle it, why do I need a reason? Hehe. Do as you please. You have so much resentment against the Right Protector; this time, Ill special allow you. Thump! Thump! Dokgoryong struck the ground twice with his staff. Pakgak! At the sharp sound, a shadow emerged. Did you call for me? Yes. The Right Protector has taken a disciple, so make sure to show him how esteemed our Cult is. Hehe. Leave it to me. With a sinister smile, Pakgak approached Jinhyuk. Its a rare chance to tenderly care for a younger peer. So, what do you think of our Cult so far? It would have been nice if you took in the scenery before being bedridden. The scenery was lovely, everything was great. It was a perfect day until an old senior had to ruin it with his grumbling. What what did you say? Grumbling? And if you n to care for someone, stop thinking of touching others inappropriately and manage your own face oozing with mucus. Cultivating martial arts or enhancing inner energy all fine but at least wash your face. Arent you supposed to cleanse yourself at least once? Its really like the barefaced beggars of the Open Heaven Sectbut. The esteemed name of Demon Hand carrying a stench of filth should at least bathe asionally to avoid being scented from a hundred li away by Yuseong, who can sense your hiding spot from a distance. Its like hes practically a walking advertisement. You do you even understand what youre saying? Hey, I said it. Youre not telling me you dont understand what I mean? Its not like Im an idiot like you. Woo Woooooak! Unable to hold back any longer, Pakgak stomped his foot. Chapter 277 Chapter 277 Kwaang! Although it seemed like he was excited, the timing and speed of closing the distance were surprisingly cold and calcted. Fast! Jinhyuk dodged the attack with a hairs breadth to spare. Once. Then twice. The dagger skimmed past his hair. Boooong! This time the dagger described a semi-circle before swiftly altering its course towards his thigh. It was a move aimed more atnding a hit than causing fatal damage.Poison Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. Upon closer inspection, a faint trace of translucent liquid could be seen on the pair of daggers. As expected of a disciple of the Poisonous Dragon, poison was his main weapon of choice. Slippery as an eel, arent you? Then how about this? [Paegak has activated Poisonous Cloud Mist!] A cloud tinged with green appeared at that moment. Paegaks figure momentarily blurred. Boooong! Grasping the timing, the dagger shed sideways. ! He dodged the trajectory of the attack again, but this time the timing was off by about 0.1 seconds. It was a very close call. Jinhyuk expanded the distance between them. Is it the kind that affects the senses? Being made up of molecules, the effect would be lesser, but Extended exposure would have a critical impact on the oue of the fight. Hehe. Its called the calction poison. When mixed with the basic poison, it disturbs the flow of qi and seeps into the dantian, making it quite effective against peak experts. Ah, but dont worry too much. I have an antidote so theres no need to fear death. Thats very reassuring to hear, Senior. Jinhyuk readied himself. A measure of restraint here would only leave room for them to test his limits again. So, he had to decisively press down hard. Overwhelming superiority was the most certain way to get recognized in the Heavenly Demon Cult. Poisonous Dragon, Paegak, and Jasohui Roles and circumstances. The martial arts of each and the corresponding countermeasures were synthesized. Good. Jinhyuk moistened his lips with his tongue. The n for the most perfect stage had been set. Just then. Paegak closed in behind Jinhyuk. A series of baiting attacks followed. But. Sseuk! Unexpectedly, Jinhyuk was caught by the first move. A thin stream of blood scattered onto the floor. This is too anticlimactic. Is this really the disciple of Uhwobup youre talking about? The calction poison and basic poison on the de seeped into the wound. With this, the fight was decided. Or so he thought. How How can you be fine after being hit with my poison? Paegaks pupils quaked. By now, his opponent should have been frothing at the mouth and copsed. But there he was, standing unharmed as if nothing happened, and even smiling calmly. Theres nothing particrly impressive about it. Its almost embarrassing to call this poison. I just lightly detoxified the foreign substance that entered my body. Thats all. [Unique Ability Thousand Poisons has been activated!] [Unique Ability Stars Blessing has been activated!] [Unique Ability Mand is reinforced!] Thousand Poisons analyzed the type and mix of the poison. Stars Blessing optimized the healing. Furthermore, Mand removed impurities flowing in the dantian and protected the dantian itself, making him able to handle a significant amount of poison. If I didnt know the type of poison, it wouldve been a bit of a headache. This is why you shouldnt be overly confident. Why give away such valuable information? Low level? My poison? Ah. I apologize. For someone of your caliber, it might be quite high Haha. Y-you dare mock the poison directly passed down from the Poisonous Dragon himself! Alright, lets see how far that confidence of yours goes. Paegaks dagger began to imbue with a different kind of sinister energy. Apletely different mix of poison from what he used earlier. No need to confirm that it was much deadlier. Here Ie! With a voice filled with killing intent, Paegak disappeared. However, in his overexcitement, he failed to see. The thinyer of ice beneath his feet. Huh? Paegak had managed to dig into Jinhyuks side, but thending spot was far too slippery. Paegaks body staggered significantly. Exactly as nned. Icy Sculpting had done its job perfectly. The angle and speed and the direction. Everything flowed wlessly as Jinhyuk had designed. Having lost his bnce, Paegaks elbow was twisted, causing him to drop the dagger. Even the direction in which the dagger flew was all ounted for. Fwook! The stray de buried itself in the flesh of another person nearby. Ah? Jasohui looked down in shock at the dagger embedded in her shoulder. It was an attack perfectly executed from a blind spot, and she had not anticipated that an assassins weapon would being her way. If she had been one of the top ten experts, she might have somehow avoided or countered it, but herck of skill contributed significantly to this tragic finale. Wow, Senior. No matter how angry you are, how can you take it out on the innocent? Or perhaps, were you ordered by Poisonous Dragon to dispose of a rivalpetitor? At a nce, it looked as though Paegak had deliberately thrown the dagger at Jasohui. Ju-just wait! Paegak tried to desperately offer an exnation. But it was his turn to open his mouth. Wooowooong! A dark energy gathered at Jinhyuks fist. The fist that drew the ck Heavenly Demon Kings Power shattered the dagger and plunged into Paegaks abdomen. Kwoooong! Kuuurgh! Paegaks body bent into an L-shape as he crashed against the opposite pir. Jasohui! Soho-hyang quickly checked on Jasohuis condition. Due to the use of a poison close to lethal, they needed to act fast to save her life. Meanwhile. You bastard! Poisonous Dragon screamed uncontrobly, full of rage. He had realized that Jinhyuk had deliberately created this situation. Kukukukuku! The entirety of Cheonma Hall resounded as if it could copse at any moment, pirs shaking from the explosion of qi. For this prank, I will make you pay! Greentopped hands surged towards Jinhyuk. However, just before Poisonous Dragon could prate Jinhyuk. Surely, you were the one who intervened first, werent you? Someone appeared between the two. It was Ellis, angered at the killing intent shown towards her contractor. Kwadeuk! Ellis blocked Poisonous Dragons wrist. At the same time, her other hand aimed for his throat. [Blood Lord Golden Circle is activated!] Behind the mask, Ellis red pupils turned gold C a change hidden from view. A type of blood magic. A power only manifested in closebat. Hup! Feeling the threat, Poisonous Dragon iled his hands wildly. Kwakwakwang! Kwooooong! In less than a second, an invisible exchange of blows ensued. They exchanged only about five moves. But Poisonous Dragon instinctively realized. His opponent was certainly not beneath him. You just who are you The intent was to drill a hole in your throat with a single strike. An exchange of words with starkly different temperatures crossed. Right then. Ellis. Jinhyuk grabbed Elliss shoulder. Hmm? Enough is enough. Ha, but that guy started the attack first, right? He really aimed for it. Come on, would he really cheat in the match out of spite? Its not like were in a righteous faction where backstabbing ismon whenever youre bored. Theres no way the grand Heavenly Demon Cult would harbor such a petty person among them. Is that so? Yeah, absolutely. Isnt that right, Master? Puhahaha! It seems its truly your victory. Yes. This duel was strictly between you and Paegak. No one else could intervene. Amhwangs gaze shifted to Poisonous Dragon. If you persist, I will not stand idly by. Cough. Poisonous Dragon reluctantly retreated. Though humiliated, he had no further justification to step forward. Well then, I shall leave the minor cleanup to you. It seems Cheonma wont be showing today either. I will be taking the eastern training ground for a while. It seems Ill need to spend some time dillydallying with this disciple of mine. Amhwang turned away, having finished his business. Thank you for your hard work, seniors. It was quite entertaining. Jinhyuk and Ellis followed suit. The three left. Inside the Cheonma Hall, there was a deep silence. Even if Paegak was caught off guard, he shouldnt have been so easily defeated. It was merely ack of anticipation for the opponents expertise in poison. However As everyone else thought so, only Poisonous Dragon was watching the de fragments on the floor with a stern face. Paegaks dagger was made from refined meteorite iron. But It broke? That old man picked up a dog cub thinking it was nothing, but it turned out to be a tiger cub instead. Ouch! The woman in the mask who came with him was also a threateningly high-level martial artist. The lingering pain in his wrist was a sensation Poisonous Dragon had long forgotten. A primal instinct that kept him alive in this hellish ce was now sending full-strength warning signals. This is dangerous. I must report to the Left Protector No matter what new variables had arisen. No matter if Amhwang or any other person intervened. They could not let them impede the n they had been preparing for ten years. Typically, one imagines training as exhausting to the point where ones breath is shallow and sweat soaks the whole body. Enjoying the setting sun while uttering exmations, Today, I became this much stronger, right? The achievement and growth thate after pain and endurance. Although clich, its as essential as a nations staple soup. But The training Jinhyuk was currently undergoing was far from that poignant and warm experience. Hak. Huk. No, wait. Isnt this really too much, Master? Jinhyuk gritted his teeth. The second prison located in the underground of the Heavenly Demon Cult. For seven hours straight without any break, he was fighting goblins to the point where his mouth tasted sweet. Maah! Mwah! Chubby goblins kept pouring in. Cute in appearance, but tricky to deal with since they were over level 80 and acted in groups. Especially the mid-level goblins who could also utilize goblin spells. Heh. Is a mere hundred goblins too tough for you to groan over? Still toe is the drawing of water from ake with a teacup, handstanding and walking across the ten thousand mountains ten times, smashing one or two branches of the Wulin Alliance, and so on. A mountain of tasks awaits. Isnt that just asking for death? Hahaha! Would I, the only master you have, truly seek your death? For the ck Heavenly Demon Kings Power to reach its peak, you must first increase your basic stamina. This training will benefit you like flesh and blood. Amhwang burst into heartyughter. Talking about basic stamina as if fighting non-stop for seven hours isnt enough Back when he met his master in the Tower of Trials, it was exactly like this. He overcame his limits while oveing preposterous tasks, shaking with rage, swearing that if he did this training again, he wouldnt be human. But he hadnt imagined hed break that oath once more. Contractor! Put in some effort. Five more areing over there. Ellis sat smiling a little distance away. Mogi Mogi! The master seems to be having a hard time. Were not tired at all. Its just cool enough for a rest. Its like wevee to have a pic since weve brought so much to eat. Give me some ice too. I want to put it in my lemonade. Even the sweet potato and the water spirits gathered snugly. Judging by the way they were munching on snacks and milk, the world seemed to have crumbled. Hmm. Amhwang stroked his chin. No. No, no, no. Please, please please. Please say no. Quick! Everyones wishes reached Amhwang. Of course They only reached him. Indeed, its important to grow together with yourpanions. Alright. However, since the number has increased, youll have to deal with all the goblins inside the prison. Theres no question about that. Go and take care of your work. Just a moment! Ellis hastily tried to hold onto Amhwang, but it was toote. The master was no longer here. Only his disciple remained, with nothing but evil left behind. Now Jinhyuk loosened his stiff joints. Shall we start by spitting out the snacks youve been chewing? Chapter 278 Chapter 278 Mwaaah! Maaah! The one-eyed goblins swung their clubs around, each bigger than their own bodies. Spirit special forces! Tighten your waist and hips and hold your ground! At Jinhyuksmand, the spirits at the very front put all their might into their defenses. The sight of the happiest Undine eating lemonade was now gone. Instead, all that remained was the sight of the elementals small, trembling arms and legs. Ma, Master! These guys are just too aggressive. Besides, were not even closebat types to begin with!Im sorry. Im sorry. Im sorry. Everyone quiet down. My head hurts. Judgement Day. Would penitent sinners act like this before God? Judging from their pleas for salvation, it felt a little like the heaviness built up over time was dissipating. Of course, only about 3% of the 100% burden had eased. There was still a long way to go. Crunch. Snack. Nibblenibble. Jinhyuk sat on the stairs, biting into a snack. It had a savory yet salty taste that made him understand why everyone seemed to enjoy it so much. And to add to that, a cold drink topped with floating ice. Ah, this must be what happiness felt like. Can, can I stop now? I mean, a rapier? Ive never even used this thing before! Mosquito, mosquito. Ellis and Goguma sweat profusely. Ellis was fighting with a rapier alone, her magical powers sealed specifically forbat training. As a result, she couldnt even draw out a hundredth of her true capability. Goguma also limited his attacks to headbutts, donning a helmet with a single horn attached. It was apparently effective against the armor pration of the Ancients bodily headbutts. On the surface. In reality, it was a penalty for failing to properly manage subordinates and for having a giggly time alongside them. Quiet! Do you, the head of the Ataraxia n, really think its eptable for vampires who primarily use rapiers as closebat weapons to be unable to wield them? But, but I am a queen So you just need to issuemands from the back? Yes! Then keep swinging that rapier in the front line until you leave the brain prison. Ill personally test your swordsmanshipter, so improve your skills. Although the master had said to meet the next morning This brain prison was never a ce one could clear in a single day. It would take at least three days, if not over a week. And just so you know, I ate all the snacks and drinks that you brought. All of it? So you better put in the effort. The packed lunch I brought contains only pineapple pizza. Oh wait, I also brought plenty of mint chocte for dessert. Wow. This will be a really enjoyable raid. Pineapple pizza? Mintchocte? The trends been catching on recently, and its kind of to my taste. The sweet and crunchy texture is really not bad. Plus, Ive added a generous amount of coriander for health, so look forward to mealtime. Uhhhhh Elliss mouth hung open, frozen in ce as if a soul or something simr had just left her body. Mosquito! Feeling the crisis, Goguma frantically appealed for innocence. He was asking for consideration based on his exploits in obtaining treasures from Kunlun. Thats right, our Goguma has had his merits, right? Mosquito! Mosquitoo! Goguma nodded fiercely. However, ording to the first veterans principle, only return half a favor or sometimes forget, but repay an enemy a hundredfold. For you, headbutt and take down low-level goblins by the dozen, and medium-level goblins one by one. If you ck off, Im going to pour mint chocte on top of a mana stone and make you eat it, so think carefully. Mosquito? Goguma froze in ce as well. Hours passed. Once everyone was ustomed to their roles, the real raid began. The goblins in the brain prison of the Heavenly Demon Church were originally practice opponents to train the parishioners. Specialized more in defense than attack, they used various curses to greatly assist in improving ones abilities. Rumble! Roar! Outnumbered, the elemental troops held the line solidly. Mosquitooooo! Die! Die! Die! With the addition of Goguma throwing his whole body and Ellis swinging her rapier madly, they had considerable breakthrough power. Now, a group of twenty goblins could be dealt with in under ten minutes. This is progressing faster than I thought. Jinhyuk wore a satisfied smile. Feeling each others breaths and thoughtswas that what teamwork felt like? Indeed, trust and coboration were crucial. Just like the heroes in oldic books or animations. Will I ever have such a heartfelt experience where mypanions risk their lives to save me in a crisis? Maybe Ellis and Goguma would even give a eulogy thanking him for saving them at the tomb of Cheonyuseong. If they considered all the favors he had granted, such imagination was by no means far-fetched. I really am sentimental. I almost shed a tear. Thinking of an uncertain future, Jinhyuks nose tingled. At that very moment Master! Stop daydreaming! A big onesing this way! Thud-thud-thud-thud! The stone wall near Jinhyuk began to copse. 1m 2m 4m. Almost a 5m-wide giant hole formed. Mwooooah! Out of the hole emerged two goblins triple the size of ordinary ones. Medium-level goblins, perhaps. One was a warrior-type. The other, holding talismans, seemed capable of using curses. Given that he could see stairs leading to the second floor through the copsed wall, these two appeared to be thest guardians of the first floor. Hmm. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth rose. Perfect timing. He hade to the Heavenly Demon Church intending to refine andbine his skills, which was perfect for practice targets lined up in a row. Ill handle this one. The rest of you, keep going. Without waiting for a response, Jinhyuk approached the medium-level goblin. The greatsword Armor Breaker was already in hand, And his arm had transformed into the arm of the legendary giant hero Tombgrave. Mwak? The medium goblin cocked its head. Suddenly, the much smaller enemy seemed enormously intimidating. [The Gap stat is activated.] [As a result of the level difference, your target is intimidated.] Jinhyuk, who had fought only against the strong, had never really felt it, But the Gap stat didnt just narrow the gap against the strong. Due to the effect of disdain for the weak, it also exerted a certain oppressive presence to those of a lower level. Muh, Mwoooah? The medium goblin involuntarily stepped back, daunted by the ominous aura emanating from Jinhyuk. But it was only for a moment. [Medium goblin activates its innate ability Guardian of the Brain Prison!] [Attack power and defense are increased by 10%!] [Resistance to status ailments is increased by 30%!] Mwoooaaah! Zeal to y the intruder outweighed its fear. A huge horned club rushed toward Jinhyuks head. Boom! The ground split with a huge crack under the weight of the powerful impact. But Shing! The sound of iron shing against iron. Jinhyuk casually caught the blow. Not bad for a goblin, but pushing someone down with brute force isnt as simple as that. While stating this, Jinhyuk tilted his swords angle by about 3 degrees. The bnce was broken, and the goblins club slid off toward Jinhyuks head once more. At that moment, [The unique ability Domain of Wind activates!] Jinhyuk disappeared. A gust of wind whipped up. He reappeared behind the goblin. Layers of wind amplified the swords pressure, surging more violently. And then [The unique ability High-Speed Sword activates!] The weight of the greatsword was forgotten as a swift de joined the fray. The de vanished. Then the hilt and the hand holding it also grew increasingly blurred. Though invisible, a countless number of swords vibrated at high speed. Mwoaaah! Overwhelming despair. Under the oing storm, the medium goblin couldnt even twitch a finger. Kaboom! Kaboom! Kaboom! The attack known as One Sword, Thousand Cuts. Jinhyuk thought, I suppose its not bad to connectbos like this in closebat. Despite using three powerful abilities, his body didnt feel any strain. Thanks to his magical power stat of 273. Next Jinhyuks gaze shifted to the other medium goblin chanting curses. Mumoouu! Shocked by the effortless defeat of itspatriot, the goblin went all out without hesitation. The three talismans in its hand shriveled up and turned into characters representing me. re up! Gigantic and searing mes that seemed to engulf everything surged forth. Fire curses They were incredibly effective in such an enclosed space. But mes always sumb to greater mes. [Lv1 Hellfire activates!] The color of the mes around Jinhyuks body deepened intensely. At the same time, the temperature within the brain prison abruptly changed. Just a level 1 skill. Yet the hellish fire, so hot it could make ones skin tingle, was clearly of a different caliber. [The unique ability ck Tears activates!] A skill copied from Mariabined with one obtained from the Wailing Witch. The mes turned a rich violet, a congration known as the cataclysm fire. It faintly resembled a dragon. The form of yet another unnamed ancient being. Mwo The goblin seemed transfixed by the fire, losing the will to fight. Its only option was to flee. The goblins body floated into the air before shooting towards the second sub-level like a bullet. Sorry, but you cant escape. A purple fireball rapidly caught up to the goblins back. Fzzt! In a sh, the cataclysm fire engulfed the goblins upper body. Wow Master? Is this really the master I knew? Hes strong. We struggled even with the small goblins. Mosquito. The elemental troops and Goguma watched with wide eyes, astounded. Well, its quite impressive. But I can do that too. Watch. Ellis awkwardly swung her rapier. Then she poked a low-level goblin in the backside. Mwoaaah! Squeak! The goblin instantly clung to Elliss head. As everyone casually wrapped up the raid, Jinhyuks eyes lingered on the corpse of the medium goblin. A small me burned within the blue crystalalso known as goblin fire, a byproduct. Individually insignificant, but when collected in mass and refined, they exhibit unique charming effects Indeed, that was the known information. The issue was This wasnt a byproduct from the goblins of the 20th floor or so. It was from the upper levels of the tower, at least the 30th floor or above. It cant be a natural phenomenon. Unless Unless someone had intentionally nted them there. Chapter 279 Chapter 279 Shallow Red Tower (???). With beautiful waterfalls and cranes flying overkes, This ce is considered the best of its kind in Qinghai. As befitting its name, a single days drink tab here would cost as much as whatmoners earn in six months of work. It was no wonder that many desired to enjoy the pleasures here If there was a paradise on earth, it might very well be speaking of this ce. At present. In the loft at the top floor of the Shallow Red Tower, which is considered the best spot,ughter and chatter of men and women echoed. Hahaha. Thats right, Arang. Your skills at pouring gold here in the Shallow Red Tower are truly unparalleled. A man with hair as ck as pitch eximed in admiration.His face was flushed red, suggesting he had consumed quite a bit of alcohol. My Lord. Compliments like that wont do you any good. Oh my, if you only praise Arang so much, this little one might grow envious. Ah, it wouldnt do for Goldflower to feel neglected. Two courtesans put on a disy of charm. It almost felt unfair to simply describe them as beautiful. Petite and Goldflowers appearances were so stunning as to be beyond description. But at that moment everything changed. If you could also try some of this Try Hmm? Somethings stuck in my throat Cough. Hack! Ugh Gag All of a sudden, Arang and Goldflower clutched at their throats in agony. Crash! Winesses shattered and the strings of musical instruments snapped. In an instant, the dining table was drenched in red. Cough My Lord Please save Blood vessels burst in their throats and soon spindly streams of blood flowed from their mouths. They were dead before anyone had time to assess their condition. Yet the man seemed not to panic at all at the death of the two courtesans. He just clicked his tongue as if it were a shame. Ah, this is just great. Just as the fun was starting, too. Furthermore, its such a waste to kill such beautiful creatures with poison, isnt it? The man scratched his head. At the same time. A disaster is going on, and youre still enjoying your drink? I wondered where you had gone, and to think you came all the way to Qinghai. Youre certainly living a fine life. From within the shadows, numerous figures emerged. Really now, you people are so stiff, constantly working away. So whats all thismotion about? Were embroiled in a troublesome matter. The man at the forefront, Dokgoryong, began to speak. A troublesome matter? Yes. It seems we must return to the main headquarters immediately. Left Guardian Law. Left Guardian Law. With that one word, the atmosphere changed drastically. The yful smile vanished, and in its ce, a chilling frost began to rise. The second inmand of the Heavenly Demon Cult. A powerful figure who sat to the left of the Heavenly Demon and enjoyed an exalted statusone step beneath heaven, above all others. This man was none other than the Left Guardian Law, Sama Ja. While he appeared to be barely over twenty, it was due to undergoing a transformation that revitalized his body. Speak up. Right Guardian Law No, the Dark Emperor has brought some strange people, iming them to be his disciples. Is that right? That old fellow is about the age to take on disciples. And you made such a fuss over that? Its not just any disciple. Hes mastered the ck Sky Demonic Emperors martial arts to the fourth level. ording to spies within the Wulin Alliance and the orthodox factions, it seems he also caused quite an uproar at the Cloudy Mist Courtyard of Kunlun. In my opinion, if we leave him be, he could be a stumbling block in our ns. A woman next to Dokgoryong also chimed in. Ranking tenth. The bearer of the moniker Fire Dragon Purple Spear, Chae Hong A of the Heavenly Demon Cult. Oh? The fourth level, you say Thats quite impressive. I myself have not mastered the ck Sky Demonic Emperors martial arts. Hmm. Sama Ja smiled as if amused. Its not something tough about. Right now, with the Dark Emperors permission, theyve entered the underground prison. If by any chance they discover that Are you talking about the goblin fire? Yes. Goblin fire, forced upon the goblins, was an item obtained through challenging deals with the upper ranks. Isnt goblin fire one of the keyponents in our ns? The prison was considered the safest ce, since nobody can enter without permission from the Heavenly Demon or the two Guardian Laws. But now it might be the most dangerous ce. Dont worry too much. Even if that disciple sees the goblin fire, he wont suspect anything and will just pass it off as some strange byproduct. After all, not even the leaders of the empire or the martial world know about the goblin fire, which resides in the upper floors of the tower. They couldnt imagine that the yer who started from the first floor and climbed up the tower would know of it. Thats true ording to what Guardian Law says, but Dokgoryong reluctantly trailed off. He seemed convinced to a degree yet still uneasy. Finally, Sama Ja presented a certain to wash away that anxiety. Moreover, arent they imprisoned in thest floor of the prison? Ah! Are you suggesting we release them? Left Guardian Law. Theyre criminals so troublesome that even our cult struggled to handle them. Exmations of consternation escaped from everyones mouths. However, Sama Ja casually shrugged his shoulders. Im suggesting it because you all seem anxious. We could always recapture the criminals weve nabbed once, couldnt we, if we put our minds to it? Hmm. Were all here in the main headquarters and with the Left Guardian Law present, it seems possible enough. Using poison to counter poison Thats not a totally wrong approach. Steadied by Sama Jas words, the mood shifted again. Except for one. Excluding Dokgoryong. What would you do, then, if the Dark Emperors disciple manages to take care of all the criminals? Hmm. You seem to overestimate him. Do you really think one mere person can handle all those vicious criminals? Seriously? Thats why I used the word if. Just in case. Despite it being unlikely, if by some chance the Dark Emperors disciple is that extraordinary Then Sama Ja smiled slightly. Ill personally take care of it. Ill annihte the Dark Emperor and his disciple altogether. First floor of the prison. Jinhyuk leisurely gathered goblin fire. So there are those within the Heavenly Demon Cult with ulterior motives. A ce with restricted entry, the prison. The presence of the goblin fire, only obtainable from the upper floors. Considering the hatred Dokgoryung showed towards his master and the internal power struggles of the Heavenly Demon Cult, Jinhyuk roughly guessed what was going on. The issue was how extensive this matter was and at what point they intended to act. Right then. *Ring!* Arge status window appeared before Jinhyuk. [You havepleted certain conditions!] He hadpleted certain conditions? What did that mean? Before he could dispel his doubts, more status windows followed in quick session. [A hidden quest has arrived!] [Bloody Intrigue] Type: Linked Quest Difficulty: S Description: You have noticed the immense conspiracy unfolding within the Heavenly Demon Cult. This incident will be the catalyst for a conflict not resolved previously, a power struggle within the middleyers! Reach thest floor of the prison and collect additional clues. Reward: You may select one material item from the Coin Exchange and acquire it for free. In the Tower of Trials, main quests are given when certain conditions are met. However, a linked quest? Incredible Different from ordinary quests, a linked quest signifies entanglement in a highly significant event associated with the entire towers scenario, one that only urs when embroiled in such an affair. Not limited to the middleyers. This implies its tied to even the upperyers. Merely from the reward of obtaining any desired material item from the Coin Exchange, it was clear how difficult this quest would be. inly speaking, he could even select materials capable of forging artifacts of the purple grade. Im intrigued. There was one material I needed, and now Ill be able to secure it with this opportunity. Even if it wasnt for the quest, Jinhyuk had nned to deal with the entirety of the prisons depths. Yet, it seemed the situation might unfold into a muchrger scale than anticipated. Everyone, wake up. He roused Elise and the elemental spirits, who were dozing off. Huh? Is it over already? I havent even slept for thirty minutes, it seems. Master, lets rest a bit more. Just give us 5 no, 1 more minute. He wasnt exactly waking up kids for the first day of school. Dont worry. Im not calling you to hurry up and work. I just need to step out for a bit so I wanted to let you know. Youre going somewhere alone? Elise opened her rabbit-like eyes wide. Yes. Ill go alone so you all can follow at your own pace. And dont ck off just because Im not here or you might never get out of the prison. Are you nning to do something dangerous again? Are you really sure you can manage on your own? Its nothing dangerous. Ill be back as soon as I can. Jinhyuk lightly tapped Elises head with his finger. How long had it been since hest went on a solo raid? Jinhyuk descended the dark corridor, heading for the second level of the prison. Although he told everyone it was nothing serious, there was a significant reason for acting alone. Given that the hidden quest offers such a reward, it suggests theres an exceptionally powerful being in the prison. It wouldnt be easy. Quite the opposite. Muwaaaah! Mwoaah! The goblins spotted Jinhyuk and swarmed towards him. Such creatures werent worth dealing with one by one. Besides, if he left them be, Elise and the others following behind would take care of them. Zip! His form vanished in an instant. Utilizing the Sword Demon Emperors Step, Jinhyuk elerated. Mwoah? As if swept away by a colossal storm, the goblins stared dumbfounded at where Jinhyuk had been just moments ago. Kaboom! He mmed into the ground. Swoosh He leapt again. From the second floor to the third. Then from the third floor, he descended through a vertical shaft. Uponnding, the scene before his eyespletely changed. nk! The weight-detection mechanism was triggered. This is the trap section. Betweenyers of cobwebs and heaps of dust, bamboounchers appeared. Although obscured by the dark, he could sense there were easily more than thirty. And Fresh food. Fresh food. How long has it been since we had food? Were going to crunch every bone. After the goblins, now the ghasts appeared. These creatures, too, were mere shells driven only by the instinct to devour prey. Hmm. Should I have brought Elise with me? With her pping about, she would have been the perfect bait. Jinhyukmented as if it were a pity. At that moment. Thump thump thump boom! Silver needles about 1 meter long were shot from all directions. The ghasts, drooling, charged forward all at once. Its always baffling,ing across monsters with no brains. From every directionfront, back, left, right. The silver needles assimted into the darkness. Jinhyuk drew his longbow Mr and strung an arrow formed with mana. The sound of the wind and the slightest tremor in the airbined with countless repetitions of experience. Now! Dozens of red mana bullets fired from the arrow. Crackle crackle crash! Interception. The dozens of silver needles collided with the arrows and their trajectories were altered. Precisely towards Thump thump thump! Spurt! Screeech! Kaaahh! the bodies of the ghasts. Why drool over food you cant even eat? The silver needles turned the ghasts torsos into honebs. It was a feat akin to acrobatics, with no room for a single mistake. Now theres only one floor left. The way to the deepest level, floor five of the prison, came into view. [You have entered the fifth floor of the prison, Hell without Interval (????).] Crash crash crash! Only after reaching the fifth floor did Jinhyuks pace finallye to a stop. Where he had tread was now dented, with thin wisps of smoke rising up. Merely 2 hours had passed. Despite overlooking lowly goblins, the speed was unimaginably quick. The Sword Demon Emperors Step has certainly evolved to a whole new level after such use. A skill that bordered on both a movement technique and an evasion method, its effect was staggering, as seen with the extended run he had just performed. After all, it was now at level 12. It was only natural for its performance to have improved. Additionally, his breathing remained even, thanks to Shallow Breath. At that moment Heh! From beyond the somber abyss, the sound of chains rattling echoed. The End Chapter 280 Chapter 280 nk, tter The sound of chains. Huffffff A faint breathing. Lastly, the sensation of mana touching the skin. This ce is the deepest part of the Brain Prison, where the prisoners of the Heavenly Demon Cult are held captive. Jinhyuk took a step forward. He saw the iron bars stretching to his left and right, and humans mumbling within them. They must not feed them properly. It isnt even possible to stretch out ones legs and sleep.Being confined in this ce until death without any hope of leaving was a more brutal punishment than he expected. Just then. Crash! An old man with unkempt beard in the prison cell in front of Jinhyuk screamed. Let me out, let me out of this hellish ce! That was the fuse. Giggle giggle! Kahaha, whats this? How long has it been since we had a visitor? Looks like someones here. This ce has been dead for too long. Whoever you are, if you help us escape, Ill give you the whole world! Wealth and honor, I promise you all of it! Bang! Bang! Bang! Crash! The sound of kicking the iron bars mixed with maniacalughter. These people were once revered and feared as the powerful But now convicted criminals. This is why one should live withoutmitting sins. I dont need to worry about these guys. I came to the Brain Prison to deal with the high-level goblin at the end. The hidden quest must also be about finding a specific clue there. Hey, dont ignore me and stop! Do you even know who I am? Open this thing before I rip you apart! Yeah, right. Like theyd stop if it were them. Excuse me, sirs. Straining your throats wont help; youll only lose your voice. Seems like youre barely getting any blood gruel as it is. Dont strain yourselves into crossing the River Styx because of high blood pressure. This ce looks like a special prison made from eternal metal, and there seems to be talismans sealed by the Death Mage himself. Even if you died and came back to life But then. Thunk! Uh? The prison doors unlocked simultaneously. As you instructed aside from the demon area, all seals have been released. The leader of the Soul Commanders who oversee the Brain Prison spoke up. The giant crystal ball before him disyed everything happening inside the Brain Prison. Is this really okay? The leaders gaze shifted to Dokgo Ryong. Regardless of the Left Executors orders, he never expected to be doing something this insane. Leader of the Soul Commanders. Yes, Yes! Just do as youre told. Havent you forgotten already? While the Heavenly Demon is away, who is acting on his behalf? Well, naturally that would be Fear flickered in the eyes of the leader of the Soul Commanders. With the Heavenly Demon secluded and the Dark Emperor acting on his own volition, the real ruler of the Heavenly Demon Cult had been decided. And beside Dokgo Ryong, there was another one of the top ten experts of the Heavenly Demon Cult, Hwarang Jachang (Fire Dragon Purple Spear) Chae Hong Ah, wasnt there? No matter how much authority the Soul Commanders leader had, he couldnt afford to defy two of the top ten experts. I think I need to go down there myself. Chae Hong Ah rested his red spear on his shoulder. Yourself? Arent the prisoners enough? Its better to take action than just watch. I have the token given by the Left Executor, just open the door and leave the rest to me. Hmm. If thats what you want, do as you please. Dokgo Ryong slowly nodded his head. If Chae Hong Ah personally takes action, then there would be no variables left to ount for. Soul Commanders leader, open the gate. Even if one wanted to save their life, they shouldnt harbor doubt. Nor should they ask questions. Understood. Only a well-trained dog survives the longest. The leader knew this better than anyone else. Well, lets see how this will go. Dokgo Ryong watched the prisoners emerging from their cells and Jinhyuk. Despite being weakened from years of imprisonment, each of these people once possessed fearsome martial arts. Even a master who soared through the skies would stand no chance. Only death awaited. Crash! Jinhyuks body flew back from being hit simultaneously. Pwahaha! Freedom, true freedom! I cant remember thest time I could move freely. Tehehe! Eyes flickering with manic glee. After long years of imprisonment, the convicted were exuberantly jumping around. Really troublemakers. Now theyre going all out, huh? Jinhyuk quickly got up and took his stance. The talismans that firmly sealed the bars just moments ago were now torn apart and dropped. As if someone had deliberately undone the seals. There was no need to speak out loud to guess who caused this. Left Executor Sama Ja and his rabble. Using the event at the Heavenly Demon Fortress as an excuse, they nned to bury everyone in the Brain Prison. He had no intention of letting them do as they pleased. [Unique Ability Grave of Swords is activated!] Woong! A ck aura wrapped around the Fang and Twin Dragon Swords. A formidable sword aura formed wlessly along the des edge. Ho. Theres someone who knows how to wield a sword aura? Fit for the Infinite Hell. This will be amusing. Even seeing the sword aura, the prisoners showed no sign of intimidation. Instead, they got into position as if familiar with the situation, closing in the encirclement. Theres no choice but to cut them all down. Hesitation or messing up meant his downfall. Jinhyuk made the first move. His horizontal sh aimed for the throat of a prisoner. Crash! The Fang was blocked. Not by a sword, but by a fist. Fist Aura [??]. The dark aura entirely covered the fist, zing fiercely. Of course. If you think all fists are the same, thats a big error. The power bnce shattered rapidly. The Fist Aura of the long-imprisoned convict was no match for the Sword Demons aura. Ugh! The previously confident prisoners face contorted. Wait a minute! It was toote to shout. Slick! The Fang sliced through the neck. A cleanly severed head disappeared into the darkness. Simultaneously. Attack! The rest of the prisoners acted. Front, back, left, right. Knowing they couldnt beat him in a direct confrontation, they opted for a convergence attack strategy. True to being slippery snakes whod been through countless battles, their hit-and-run tactics were exquisite. Quite a headache. Jinhyuk gritted his teeth, parrying a stabing from behind. Next was the waist. Only because theycked weapons. The rapid session of attacks was enough to make one dizzy. Without a moment to catch his breath, Jinhyuk side-stepped. Crash! The spot where he stood moments ago was obliterated. What the? Jinhyuk swiftly swung his Fang, slicing through soundless approaching stone shards. A silent assassination technique. Looking around, there were indeed prisoners specialized in assassination here. Closebat was already challenging, and now long-range attacks were involved. Moreover, as their bodies finally got a proper warm-up, the uracy and sharpness of their attacks had be iparably more lethalpared to before. However, Jinhyuk wasnt the only one in shock. All those attacks were parried? Incredible. To suffer no injuries after such onught Did the Heavenly Demon Cult birth the 11th top expert? About thirty of these formidable talents hadbined their efforts. Yet, they hadnt managed to kill him, not even inflicting a minor wound. No, if it were just that, they would not even speak of it. So far, it appeared as if they had merely exchanged blows, but in reality, the convicts sustained increasing injuries. No less than seven were incapacitated due to severed arms and legs, unable to fight. If things progressed this way, their casualties would be uncontainable. Certainly, none of them wanted to lose their hard-won freedom so fruitlessly. Hey. Yeah. They still hungered for blood, but this person didnt necessarily have to be their victim. If they could escape the Brain Prison and join the martial world, plenty of easier prey would be avable. Their collective hesitation didntst long. nces exchanged, they gradually stepped back. This situation might actually resolve easier than anticipated. Thats what Jinhyuk thought, when: Hehe Youre more of a monster than I thought. If Id just watched passively from above, the situation would have been tangled up terribly. A new figure emerged from the corridor. A woman with long hair that cascaded down her back. There was a faint recollection of seeing her at the Heavenly Demon Fortress before. This is worsening by the minute. Must be a hidden passage. If she hade by the normal route, she would have encountered Elis first. I am Chae Hong Ah. What an inappropriate time for introductions, dont you think? The atmosphere is decidedly hostile. I figured you guys might scheme something, but to be so tant is surprising. Hehe. Dont be so cold. Its your fault for visiting our cult at such a critical moment. Schrrrrk. Chae Hong Ah dropped a bundle, spilling various weapons across the ground. Our we used those My sword there it is! My sword! ckbird, I never thought Id see you again. The pupils of the convicts quivered. Stirred by the return of their treasured weapons, the martial artists emotions rippled. I have a proposition for you all. Kill that man, and Ill give you the freedom you crave. A genuine freedom, free from pursuit for the rest of your lives. Is that really? Is that the truth? Freedom Kekkek So we just have to kill him. Thats all. The atmosphere suddenly reversed. Hunting dogs that had been cowering now had murder in their eyes. This was what it meant to throw a spanner in the works. The convicts, armed with weapons, ring at Jinhyuk. Hm. Wouldve been manageable with bare hands, but not like this. Especially now with Chae Hong Ah involved. Jinhyuk began to slowly back away. nning to run away? Its not running! It would be appreciated if you called it a strategic retreat. He had to hold out until Elis or Goguma arrived. However. Dont waste your hope on reinforcements. The ce where yourpanions are is filled with tricky goblins. They wont be able to reach here for a few hours at least. So this is a checkmate. I suggest you all dont waste energy and die gracefully. Ill convey to the Right Executor that it was an unforeseen ident, so dont be too regretful. Her tone suggested she didnt care if they caught on to their n. Perhaps these scoundrels intended to flip the entire Heavenly Demon Cult upside down. What are you waiting for? Begin, unless youre not eager for freedom? Chae Hong Ah gave a nod. Attack! This time will be different. Well cut you down in one blow! Crash! ng! Sword shed against sword. Vicious attacks rained down like a tempestpared to before. Jinhyuk focused all his senses and dedicated himself to defense. I can heal injuries with the grace of the stars, but my legs must be protected. If encircled, it would be the end. Jinhyuk leaped towards a wall, minimizing exposure. But then Thud! Jinhyuks back, while retreating swiftly, hit something. Not a wall, but what he thought was a wall C an iron bar. What? Jinhyuk cocked his head. Werent all the prison doors opened? In his rush to flee toward the innermost cells, he neglected to notice, but a few cells indeed remained closed. At that moment. Grrrr An animalistic growling echoed from within the cell. These creatures Ho. An interesting idea crossed his mind. Chapter 281 Chapter 281 In the underground prisons of the Cheonma Shin Church, there werent only prisoners who hadmitted grave sins. Various troublesome demonic creatures that existed in the martial world also awaited within the cells, longing for the day they might see the sun once again. Within one such cell, a pair of yellow pupils gleamed. Krrr It was a medium-ss demon at least 5 metersrge. Since its the martial world, should I call it a monster instead? Its size wasnt the only impressive feature; the magical power it wielded seemed extraordinary as well. Wait. Jinhyuk reached out his hand towards the approaching Chae Hong-Ah and the prisoners. If youe any closer, I might just open this door without realizing it. How about it? Wouldnt it be quite entertaining if this were opened? The demon caged inside looked menacing at first nce, hence it was undoubtedly imprisoned.Of course, if such a creature were to be released, it would cause difficulties not only for them but also for the prisoners. But Hehe. Lets see you try. Chae Hong-Ah carelessly lowered her spear that she had been aiming. She looked far too confident, as if she had all the countermeasures in ce. And indeed, unlike the prisoners cells, the cell containing the demon had a green talisman withplicated symbols attached to it. Youve ced a spell on it. And a high-level one at that. The spell here cant be cut even by sword qi. Did you really think wed leave such a hazard unattended? Typically, spells in the martial world were made of a single attribute. A spellbining two attributes required someone of elder-level prowess from a sect. But the spell used here Wood (ľ), Water (ˮ), Earth (). It was a grand spellposed of three attributes. A spell likely sealed by the Simma Commander themself, who ranks fourth within the Cheonma Shin Church. Three attributes certainly a pretty sturdy kind. Jinhyuk lightly touched the talisman with his finger. In the Cheonma Shin Church, no, in all of the martial world, there was nobody who could surpass the Simma Commander regarding the control of zombies and spells. Yes, thats true, but The problem is, theres no such thing as a perfect spell. [A 1-star barrier Chain of Attributes activates!] [Lv15 Primordial me activates!] A fire () attribute was inserted into the magical circuit that interconnected the three attributes. It needed to precisely nibble away just 3.3% of the energy inherent in each attribute and settle in between them. Then [The power of the spell seal weakens!] Kukukukukuku! Small fissures began appearing in the bars of the cell. How, how could you dismantle the Simma Commanders spell Chae Hong-Ahs face changed drastically. It was inevitable. An outsider who had just joined the Cheonma Shin Church was breaking a spell that the top figure in the church had crafted with much contemtion over many years. Even if the Cheonma himself were to appear, it would be impossible. This spell is effective at preventing anything from getting out from inside, but its rtively simple to destroy from the outside. Its already struggling to hold against three attributes, so adding a fire attribute into the mix is more than it can handle. Jinhyuk poked the bars with his finger. Crrraaack! Crash! The bars made a noisy sound and crumbled. Krrr! The demon inside pressed its head closer to the bars, instinctively sensing that its containment was near its end. Ah, no! If you open that Chae Hong-Ahs voice became desperate. Open it and what? Things getplicated? Or everyone here dies? Timing is everything when making a threat. Im already in a dire situation. With so many people openly seeking my death, adding a little more chili powder wont make much difference, will it? Its like adding capsaicin sauce to already spicy fire chicken noodles C the result of death isnt going to change. If were going to hell, we might as well enjoy thepany on our way there. First, Ill turn the whole world into hell. And then whoever survives that is going to be the true winner Those are the new rules of this game. ng! The door sealing the demon was opened. Kraaaah! A shadow burst out from within the bars. Kwakwakwakwa! Aaaahhh! Aaaaargh! A massive creature with the form of a fox tore through the prisoners, moving faster than one could imagine despite its size. The prisoners were all skilled fighters but the fox only targeted those who were already wounded. At that moment. Vrooom! A red spear aimed for the head of the fox. Krr Sensing a threat, the fox took a defensive stance for the first time. This creature only needs to have its attention pulled from the front. Ill take that role. The rest of you, attack from the sides! Chae Hong-Ah gritted her teeth hard. It was still manageable. Dokgoryong was observing the situation and surely he would send more experts through the secret passageway along with members of Neoryongdan. Just a little longer and they could subdue this fox monster. We cant avoid letting the Dark Emperor know now, but it doesnt matter. Theres not much time left before we start the great undertaking. Right on cue, as she was thinking this. ng! Wow, you really have a remarkable collection of beasts here. Youre notcking any monster. Is this one a turtle species? Another door opened. You fool! Why would you open that one? Even Chae Hong-Ah, who rarely lost herposure, couldnt help but curse. The bnce was barely maintained as is, and here he was, making a bigger mess. Ah. Shouldnt have opened that one, huh? My bad, my bad Well then, lets get something else out. That one over there seems pretty eager to get out Jinhyuk moved towards another cell. Bark! Bark! Bark! A two-headed dog bared its sharp teeth, dripping saliva, resembling the hellish guard dog, Cerberus. You cant release that one. Stop it! There are no bad dogs in this world. What kind of nonsense are you talking about! Amidst Chae Hong-Ahs desperate cries, yet another door was opened. *** Oh heavens What on earth is this When Dokgoryong and the Neoryongdans leader, along with the peak masters, arrived at the ce that had be a veritable hell on earth The situation had already spiraled into chaos. Many prisoners were dead or had fled, and Chae Hong-Ah, who was left alone, was desperately fighting against three demonic creatures. Urgent reports poured in from those surveying the interior. Sir, through the second passageway, it appears about three monsters have escaped! Its the same with the third passageway. Were trying to prevent them from getting out, but if this continues, the entire church will learn of this incident. The secret passageways that were originally designed to cultivate dokkebi fire mushrooms easily had now be escape routes for the monsters to reach the surface. In the end, the n to handle the situation quietly fell throughpletely. I will handle the monsters first. Neoryongdan, follow me! Yes, leader! Members of the Neoryongdan immediately sprung into action to aid Chae Hong-Ah. Only then did they get a brief respite to catch their breath. Chae Hong-Ah! That damned man. Where is he?! Dokgoryong was furious, arteries bulging on his neck. He wanted more than anything to charge in and melt the audacious youngster alive. He went inside He entered deeper into the prison. Inside? You mean he went to the upper-level goblins? The upper-level goblins are already dead. He went further inside deeper in! To the core. At that revtion, Dokgoryongs heart sank. At the core of the prison, the most important and most dangerous of creatures was sealed. The collection of dokkebi fire. The seal ced on the monsters here. It was all for the sake of harnessing one creature to achieve their great undertaking. We must stop him. If he can undo Simma Commanders spell Theres no guarantee even thest seal is safe. No, it absolutely cant be allowed. If that being were to be released before they had refined the dokkebi firepletely, they could face an irrevocable disaster. *** While the monsters ran rampant, Jinhyuk was able to handle the upper-level goblin and gain ess to the deepest part of the prison. Upon entering that ce, the pieces of the puzzle came together seamlessly. The Cheonma Shin Churchs biggest incident during its ten years of seclusion, The Night of Wildflowers. And at the center of that incident was the named monster, Yacha (ҹ). And now he stood before that very being. Were they nning to use dokkebi fire to brainwash Yacha and use it as a card against the Cheonma and my master? The thought made him shudder, his entire body breaking out in goosebumps. With this kind of monster, it might indeed be possible. Jinhyuk gulped. Sure enough, the system had designated this a linked quest. Although he had encountered various linked quests in the past, this was the first time he received one in the martial world. Back then, there hadnt been a variable like dokkebi fire. The most significant change since that Elris. He had taken Elris from the corridor, thus creating an early contact with the vampire families. The dokkebi fire at the upper levels must have been handed over to Left Protector by those creatures. As the pieces came together, a grand picture began to emerge. This would be a decisive factor in the oue of this situation, depending on how well he could leverage it. Alright. Jinhyuk steadied his breathing and walked deeper into the darkness. Fwoosh! [Lv15 Primordial me activates!] mes asrge as skulls appeared in the air, brightening the room until he could see clearly. A gigantic pir stretching from the floor to the ceiling. And bound to the pir, a humanoid demonic creature. Its spiky red hair, reminiscent of goblins, was conspicuous. Jinhyuk used Eyes of Gluttony. Name: Yacha (ҹ) Gender: Male Age: ?? years Level: ??? Strength ??? Agility ??? Stamina ??? Magical Power 0 Inner Energy ??? Unique Ability: Incredible Strength (y) Skills: Lv?? Spirits of Illusion and Disorder (u), Lv?? Indomitable Soul, Lv?? Great Mountain Sword (̫ɽ) Your level of Eyes of Gluttony is too low to fully identify the targets skills. [Description: A mad demon refuses topromise with anyone, refuses to ally with anyone. A being that follows only its instincts, despising and seeking to kill all. Thats Yacha, one of the most powerful named bosses in the middle floors.] [Copy Conditions: The survival of the Cheonma is an essential prerequisite to suppress the beings on the 50th floor. However, Yacha is one of the few weapons capable of killing the Cheonma. If you can kill Yacha before it harms the Cheonma, you can copy one of its unique abilities or skills.] The copy conditions appeared. Following that Ding! [Hidden quest influence has activated the failure penalty.] [If the Cheonma dies for any reason, one of them will manifest on the lower floors of the tower. (Manifestation limit: 30 minutes)] As expected The hidden quest was also rted to those beings on the 50th floor. Yachas very existence is the first quest itself. The rewards for the quest are important, but I must also obtain his powers. Incredible strength. A closebat unique ability befitting the name Yacha. Thinking about the possible synergy it would have with his Dark Heavenly Destruction, his heart beat faster in anticipation. To obtain that power Even if I have to pluck the moon from the sky, I must seed. These were the tasks that couldnt be failed. The first step [Yachas seal has been released.] had finally begun. Chapter 282 Chapter 282 No! Stop, I said stop! Dokgo Ryongs voice boomed as he arrived a step toote. The old man, despite his appearance, indeed had an impressively booming voice. But it was already toote. [The seal has been released!] [Yaksha (ҹ) awakens!] Along with the short system message Kwang! Kwang! Kwang! Kwang! The chains that had been sealing Yakshas arms shattered.Hoo The Yaksha, who had been tied to the pir, began to exhale slowly as it took its first breath. A massive, mountain-like pressure engulfed the atmosphere. Indeed, it was fitting for a hidden card prepared by Samaja, the Left Marshall, to capture the Demon King. This seems to be on a level simr to my master? Jinhyuk swallowed nervously. It was fortunate they had not been able to inject the refined Goblin Fire into it. If those guys had been able to control this monster at will, the situation would have be incredibly troublesome. Of course, whether Yaksha was brainwashed by the Goblin Fire or not, the fact that its power was off the charts remained unchanged. How could this? The seal has been broken. Filled with despair, Dokgo Ryong and Chaehong Ah, who had joined by now, let out despondent sighs. Not only was the great undertaking they had meticulously prepared for teetering on the edge of failure But the nightmare of the past seemed to be reying as well, hence their despair was natural. What kind of foolish thing have you done! Do you know how much we struggled to capture that thing Damn it! Dont you know that if Yaksha runs amok, it could turn the Hundred Thousand Great Mountains into a field of ruins again? The Great Mountains turning into a field of ruins. Certainly, it was possible. So what do you want me to do? What what did you say? Whether everything turns to chaos or mountains explode. Thats your affair, not mine. Besides, if you were so worried, you shouldnt have tried to kill me in the first ce. Was there a fleck of conscience in them to make such a statement? To ask the very person they tried to kill to protect their own home. Ha, but the Left Marshall is also part of our Oh my. You even try to conscript an unrted master now. Do you know? If I know my masters temper, he would scold you for even attempting to talk when you should be killing someone trying to take his life, right? Dokgo Ryong became as mute as if he had swallowed honey, unable to refute the sound reasoning. Dont get entangled with such nonsense. Our first priority is to block that guy before he gets out. Chaehong Ah pointed her spear forward. Yes I understand. Dokgo Ryong shifted his gaze away from Jinhyuk. He then gripped the blue me he had been concealing within his robe. Hwaruruk! A suffocatingly brilliant light zed from the me. The Goblin Fire. Although it wasnt perfectly refined, it wasntpletely without effect. He had to y his winning hand with this. Just then. Kwaaaaang! As a loud roar echoed, the pir binding the Yaksha crumbled to pieces. Kyaaaaaa! A thunderous roar resounded. The freed Yaksha released an exmation that seemed to burst from its depths. Although there were still chains wrapped around its arms, such things were no more than an annoyance. Sssssh! As the chains swept across the ground, a cloud of dust swirled up. The sheer wind pressure was enough to cause internal damage just by itself. Yakshas gaze fell upon Dokgo Ryong and Chaehong Ah. Oho! Found prey as soon as I woke up! You two must beckeys of that filthy bastard, huh? What was the name again? Saha Samaja. Yeah, Samaja. That bastard. A foe it had once battled. And at the same time, the one who had dealt it a painful defeat. Still licking the boots of that detestable Left Marshall or whatever? Do not speak so carelessly. He is not someone a creature like you should mention so casually. Yeah, you guys are consistently good Huh? Yakshas gaze was diverted to another. A new face it had never seen before. Should have seen all the experts of the Demon Cult during the eventful Night of Yakshas Right? What was this, a new yer? Yakshas eyes narrowed. Something is different. Not just in terms of strength or weakness. If one had to express it, It was dissonance. A heavy feeling of dissonance unpleasantly tingled its instincts. You youre an interesting one. The corners of Yakshas mouth curled up. It had been a while since it felt such excitement. After its battle with the Left Marshall No, the first time since its encounter with the Demon King. I hope my expectations are not misced. Sssssssssssssh! The chains shot high into the air only toe down towards Jinhyuks head, seeking to obliterate it. Kwaaaaang! The ground was torn apart as if it were mere fabric. Even a simple blow felt like the rampage of a massive beast. To be hit by this could crumble a human being into nothingness. However. Hmm? The important sensation of feeling a skull getting crushed was absent. Crack! Jinhyuk, having activated ck Heaven Demon Emperor Technique, had effortlessly grabbed the chains with his bare hands. With an utterly calm expression on his face. Good. Looks like I wont be disappointed. Further ttery was unnecessary. He was strong. Whats this guy? Someone recently recruited by the Demon Cult? Recruited? Dont make meugh! That brat is an obstruction to us. No, he is actually a newly recruited expert of ours. Chaehong Ah interrupted Dokgo Ryongs words. Chaehong Ah, what are you? As Dokgo Ryong questioned her, Chaehong Ah just nodded as if to say leave it to me. With his skills, he can easily subdue you. There should be nock for a foe for you. Of course, thats assuming you still have the power you once possessed. Still have the power I once possessed? Ha! Are you trying to provoke me with those words? What do you take me for? Yaksha snorted dismissively. Indeed, it would be ridiculous to think That I would be swayed by such talk. No matter how much psychological warfare you attempt, its futile against me. it was stupid. I had forgotten. It was due to its brute strength andck of intelligence that it fell for Samajas strategies in the past, getting captured alive. If the brain had hardened over time, it certainly hadnt softened. Jinhyuk sighed softly. No, wait a minute, why is the conversation going this way? Theyre obviously stalling for time. While Im dealing with me, theyll have backup forces or something else prepared. Hmm. That could be possible. Thats right? So However, I want to have fun with you right now. Besides, any annoying flies, no matter how many, can be swatted away. Words fell on deaf ears. Or, perhaps it was a lost cause from the start. Considering the extent to which instinct had kicked in, it was a mistake to attemptmunication. Jinhyuk felt curses rise to his throat, but the time for dialogue hade to an end. Sssssssssh! The excited Yaksha once again set the chains in motion. Lets have a st. Until my body is satisfied for all the patience Ive had to endure! Finally managed to get rid of Cheon Yuseong, but now an overgrown version pops out. Just how much bad karma have I umted? Kuhahaha! What followed was a furious storm of whirling chains. Ordinarily, the trajectory from the wrists where the chains began to the weights on their ends should have been visible in sequence But Yakshas chains moved too fast to be seen. It defied the very mass of the material, moving at an unimaginably high speed. Kaang! Jinhyuk swung his fist reflexively. Tingling! Even at full magical power, the force reverberated to the bone. Now to the side. Whoooooosh! He couldnt dodge this one. Tsuk! Kwaaaaang! Jinhyuk twisted his shoulder to catch the second chain flying at him from the side. Or so he thought. For a split second, his body was lifted a few dozen centimeters off the ground, and then he was flung against the opposite wall. Crash Fragments of the broken wall tumbled down. Twice that and Id probably break something. Jinhyuk brushed off the dust from his body irritably. At thest moment, had he not absorbed the impact with the Sword Demon Emperor Defense, he would have been turned into a curve. Fortunately, the dust had obscured his vision enough to afford him a moment to catch his breath. But right then. He caught onto something with his senses. It wasnt from Yaksha, but from behind. Could it be? The twisted magic emanating from the inside of Dokgo Ryongs sleeve. The Goblin Fire. Initially too faint to notice, his suspicion turned to certainty as the magic gradually intensified. So that was it. I thought they were waiting for reinforcements, but those werent in the cards for them from the start. Theyre thinking of seizing Yaksha at any cost without caring about the risks. If they could brainwash Yaksha with the iplete Goblin Fire, it would be a bargain. And even if they failed, there was nothing to lose. So while Im having a tough time, you n to reap the benefits from the back, is that it? I cant let that stand. Now that itse to this, Ill turn it into a melee. Pluck! Jinhyukunched into motion once again. Yaksha, who had been eagerly waiting for him to make a move, reacted instantly. Where do you think youre going! The chain followed the afterimage of his magic. But then. Ugh!? That damned brat! Jinhyuks target was the space between Dokgo Ryong and Chaehong Ah. Why not fight together instead of just watching from behind? Come and join the fray. Jinhyuk gave a sly smile. A brief second passed. Kwang! Kwang! Kwang! Kwang! The chains swept away the spot where the three were standing. Coughing sounds filled the air. Dokgo Ryong and Chaehong Ah had been exposed to the sudden attack, receiving an unexpected blow. That damn creature There is no honor or pride. To think youd stoop to such tactics. Chaehong Ah managed to offset the attack with her spear, but she couldnt fully absorb the impact. Consequently, the flow of Goblin Fire Dokgo Ryong had been preparing was disrupted. Yaksha was equally enraged. Annoying thing. Hey, dont fool around and fight properly, will you? Why hold back and y around? Huh? Do you find me funny? Yaksha bared its sharp teeth. Then. Im not taking you lightly. I too have things I want to try out. Jinhyuk emerged from the debris. Try out? Against me? Yeah. If Im in the martial world, I need to practice martial arts. He could have fought using his unique abilities and skills, but that was not the point. If that was the case, there was no need toe to the Demon Cult. The masters unique martial art ck Heaven Demon Emperor Technique. To master it. And to reach thest realm his own master never had. Thats why he was here. Not just to defeat enemies and ovee challenges, but for the necessary steps to reach the top of the tower. Purposely using only martial arts thats quite audacious. Youll face me with such half-hearted power, seriously? Frankly, it wont be easy, but I dont like taking the easy route. Jinhyuk shrugged his shoulders. That signaled the start. Hahaha. Ridiculous. This is a goblins test of patience, right here. Fine, then Ill make it worth your while. The yful smile previously on Yakshas face vanishedpletely. It was getting serious. [Yaksha activates Lv?? Spirits of Illusion and Chaos (u)!] The surroundings began to change. A dense purple mist rose up, enveloping the environment with an ominous aura. Giggle giggle! Kyahaha! It was at that moment the sharpughter rang out. From within the mist, pairs of ring yellow eyes flickered. Spirits of Illusion and Chaos (u). Wee to thend of goblins. From the lowest-grade goblins to the massive, high-ranking ones. Countless troops that resembled an army bowed their heads towards Yaksha. You damn humans. This was the king of goblins. A beast that recreated the mystique of the Orient. Yaksha (ҹ). At the same time. The king has a rather pathetic army. [ck Heaven Demon Emperor Technique (ħʹ) First Form (һʽ)] The ck Form began to take shape, answering Jinhyuks call. Chapter 265 Chapter 265 A superrge ruins raid with a whopping 3 guilds. As it was to attack the core area of the 15th floor, the attention of the people of the world was focused at once. In particr, didn''t even the topic''s ranker, Kang Jin-hyuk, participate in this raid? It was natural for allmunities and portal sites to be covered with rted things. Uh-huh... Cigarette smoke billowed upwards. After the popr broadcast program ''Climb the Tower of Trials'' was abolished due to an unfortunate incident, the KDS broadcasting station attempted a major innovation through its own water change. Rather than being shunned by the past, theyunched a program that was refurbished by image transformation. ''The deceased lives alone.'' Targeting the top rankers or guilds, their daily life as well as their activities inside and outside the tower. It''s a program that really digs everything up. What sets this program apart above all else is that whenrge guilds go to raids, one PD from yer directly participates in the raid. "Yeah it was attractive to vividly deliver the raids of celebrities that are difficult for viewers toe across." Jeong Beom-hee, the team leader of KDS, who is in charge of ''Dead Man Lives Alone'', pondered the past few months. There were many hardships and adversity, but I somehow persevered and endured and came this far. Jinhyuk and Unknown were the ones who made the most breakthrough in that work. Although it was impossible to include a PD in a raid conducted by two people, it was fun just to summarize information about the two. ''Korea No, it''s something the world should be grateful for. If it wasn''t for the two of us, we wouldn''t have been able to live our daily lives so leisurely,'' It was a fast ship that only cruised like that... . I just ran into a problem a while ago. All broadcasting inside the ruins had been stopped. The information waspletely cut off because even the PD who was dispatched as a correspondent could not be contacted. -Sunwoo Joo: Am I the only one who can''t get into the Dangun Guild broadcast right now? -djh: Obviously, I know it''s an area where the broadcasting system is active, but why did this suddenly happen? -Kuni: There were over 10 channels, but all of them were closed. -Owl: What does KDS do? Are you not managing this? Wasn''t it an official partnership with Dangun? -Fig: There is no such thing as eating more than 10 advertisements. I''ve known since the official channel buffering took ce. -Park Hye-myung: When I went overseas, Gandara and Olympus were also blocked. -Aria: What? What really happened? -Ice Ssanghwacha: It is said that there are boss monsters with special abilities, but from the 15th floor, there is not much information avable, so I can''t be sure.;; Comments flooded. Damn it! If you''re not nning on running goblin raids and feeding your children, figure out what''s going on right now! Whether it''s blowing up the Tower of Trials or finding those who made it, by whatever means you need to get in touch with the correspondent! Jeong Beom-hee shouted. I couldn''t get rid of the stuffiness, so I grabbed the cigarette pack, but the inside was already empty. I''ll have to quit smoking or not, this is the won. The atmosphere of the situation room froze at the angry rebuke. ''shit. I know you''re frustrated, but what kind of coercion... .'' ''If we knew how, we built another tower.'' ''Is it overtime today?'' But that was then. The message ''NEW'' was posted on the empty channel list. What, what is this? How the hell... The monitoring staff murmured in disbelief. Captain! I think you should take a look at this! [Broadcasting has been activated.] Mooogii... Wait. Don''t you remember what the owner said? Did you say that if you make a mistake, you''ll send them all to the zoo? Hey. This is broadcast on. Huh? It''s true. Shh! Shhh everyone! Everyone, be quiet. My head hurts. A number of murmurs were heard. Since it was a private ount, we couldn''t know exactly who started the broadcast. It doesn''t matter who the speaker is. Let''s see what they''re showing. -Twilight: What, what is this? Guys, is this real? I thought it was fishing, but is there a broadcast? -Pretty Jihyo: But why is the Gandhara Guild attacking the Olympus Guild? -Jay: I mean, were you trying to get your head around the news that there was a broadcast error? Are you trying to im all the rewards amongst themselves? - Hwang Hyun-seok: Wow. It''s not about personality, it''s just crazy? -Ra: I think we should protest at the national level. -Baroncat: I thought it was bad for me to steal my brother''s ramen noodles at dawn, but I was an angel. -Alkl: That''s bad. this is the devil The first thing caught on the screen was the Gandhara Guild attacking the Olympus Guild. A scene of aiming a sword at an ally was broadcast without filtration. what should we do . I was aiming for a ce where the porters were. A sad sigh flowed from the inside of KDS, who was watching. No matter how much the Olympus Guild is, against Gandhara''s main raid, that member is unreasonable. It was obvious that there was going to be a bloody wind. But right then. Those with silver hair and red eyes intercepted them. -Ydy: Who are these? -I want to fish: Red eyes and silver hair But, are they Olympus guild yers? -jun: It''s my first time seeing it too. -SSS: Wait, but he''s strong. You''re rather pushing against the Gandhara Guild! -An Enbri: Sajita is one of the top rankers in Gandhara, but it''s crazy. In particr, the two men and women in the front are absolutely monsters. -kim: Is this the implementation of justice? -Hoon: Guys, a few more live broadcasts are now open. look over there Totally mad! As you said, two live broadcasts were turned on again. I wondered if I could hear the rattle of a skeleton, and then a huge red-skinned apostle and a familiar old man standing in the way appeared. How could you not know? A person who must be mentioned when talking about the strongest in Korea. The apostle of wrath frantically swung his great sword, but Yoo Chun-young remained in ce without being pushed even an inch. No, it''s not just about keeping it. As the essence of Hwarangsimbeop, condensed to the limit, was expressed through his hands, the huge apostle began to be pushed back. Yoo, this is old Chun-young Yoo. I know he doesn''t go into the tower, so why are you over there? To see something like this in my lifetime... It was when everyone''s eyes turned to the live broadcast amidst surprise and wonder. [The whisper request has arrived.] A message arrived on Jung Beom-hee''s personal status window. A message at this important moment right now. Of course, I had no intention of looking at it. If the sender''s name wasn''t Kang Jin-hyuk. Rumble! Jeong Beom-hee clicked on the status window with trembling hands. -Go, Jinhyuk Kang yer... . Are you really Jinhyuk Kang yer? - It''s a good name, but I don''t have time to eat it before it cools down. So, I''ll make a short and simple suggestion just once. - What do you mean by that? Jeong Beom-hee stuttered and asked, but Jin-hyuk continued what he had to say. -As you can see, I know how to break the barriers spread out in the ruins. It means that it is the only yer that can broadcast live among all yers. Being unique is definitely an advantage that can only be said to be overwhelming. And the reason I''m bringing this up is... . Dry saliva ran down Jeong Beom-hee''s throat. - I would like to sell a broadcast ticket. So that you can watch this raid only through the KDS channel. - That''s a great offer. -I still have a rtionship with KDS. Do I have to say that I am more affectionate in many ways than in other ces? -If so, how much do we have to pay for the broadcast? - 100,000 Spirit Stones and 5,000,000 Coins. Oh! Think well. I said it was a one time offer. you came As expected, there was a transaction request that required an unexpected price. Jeong Beom-hee''s mind quickly rotated. If it was cash, he would have epted it no matter how much money he offered, but with 100,000 magical stones and 5 million coins, the entire headquarters may be shaken. In fact, it was not easy to meet that amount, even if the yers belonging to the yer ryed and collected raids ofrge guilds like crazy. However . ''If I had the right to ry this raid, the ripple effect would also be beyond my imagination.'' A few advertisements are enough. No, it is an opportunity to promote the name of KDS to the world. In fact, isn''t it that everyone in thepany and viewers are insanely excited right now? ''I cannot ept this transaction under my authority. At least the chief... No. It''s something the boss has to do himself.'' The problem is I don''t have time. Now, there was no room for bottom-up reports, receiving approvals one by one. Jinhyuk wanted results right now. Thepany had to give an answer to the oue right now. ''It''s all up to me.'' forcefully. extravagantly. breaking the existing framework. The above point was highly appreciated, so I made myself the team leader of this program. That was then. "Theresa there is a yer too! It''s the 3rd live broadcast!" Again, exmation broke out. Are you talking about Teresa from Europe? That Rosenberg family? That''s right. Uh... But, I guess I''ll have to watch this at the age of 19. There are a lot of scenes that are a bit difficult to see. I can''t help myself with just one thing, but since such a big event happened at the same time, I can''t help but lose my soul. The betrayal of the Gandhara Guild and the intervention of demons. Chun-Young Yoo''s official debut and even the European hero Theresa. Jeong Beom-hee bit her lip. The worries didn''tst long. We''re in charge of this broadcast. Call up all the kids who are on vacation. Notify the upper management and tell them all toe into thepany. I''ll take all the responsibility. Don''t babble. Hey, the chief at this hour? Whether it''s the director, the president, or the president. Tell them all toe out! Do you think I''ll getpliments if I said that I couldn''t contact you to avoid disturbing your sleep? No way. Rather, the fate of thepany will be at stake, and there will beints about whether or not you have the brain to report. Oh, I see. The employee looked through the phone''s address book with a white face. The broadcast began with the fate of the KDSpany at stake. kukukuku! The atmosphere trembled violently because of mana''s collision with mana. Wow! The apostle of wrath, no, a deep voice came out of Refels'' mouth. The opponent is only one old old man. By the way. Why the hell?! Are you saying that he, who has the strongestbat power among the seven apostles, is being pushed behind? It''s impossible! Refels raised his sword high once more. [Refels activates Lv32 ''Painful Wound''!] The ability to deal double damage when dealing damage to an opponent. Even so, it was a great sword with great power, but now it has be a weapon that can inflict fatal wounds even if it is touched. However. Boo-woong! Boo Woong! No matter how powerful a weapon is, it is only meaningful when it is hit. Ugh! This... this can''t be... it can''t be like this! Refels swung his great sword in all directions. The sword drew a dizzying trajectory over the air with a terrifying porosity. Attacks with emotions are easy to read. That''s why I didn''t say that. The umted years are different. Don''t be bullshit. You humans live only 100 years, but I have existed for more than double that! The experience you have umted is nothing in front of me! no. Yoo Chun-young shook her head. Looking at the sword, you''ve always enjoyed ying with enemies weaker than you. That''s neither time nor experience. You''re just getting drunk with your own power and corrupting your abilities. However. I''ve been fighting my own limits. to get over that wall. to reach new heights. I quietly built up day by day. The result . [Yoo Chun-young activates Lv40 ''Spirit Rebirth''!] That''s it. KwaKwaKwaKwaKwaKwaKwaKwaKwa! The qi that was expressed through the waist descended down the thighs and calves. When the exploding qi fully blooms through the heel. Its shape was like a giant sickle wielded by a giant. Ahhhhh! Refels raised his sword, which had be too small, high. Chapter 283: Yacha (夜叉) (3) Chapter 283: Yacha (ҹ) (3) Chapter 283. Yacha (ҹ) (3) The dark energy smoldering from within enveloped Jinhyukpletely. Simultaneously, the purple mists, a result of the Immaemangryang, started getting sucked into his right fist. A weaker power always being absorbed by a stronger one. Ho? Yacha sensed the magical power, and a sighced with interest and anticipation slipped out. Is he skilled enough to manifest a Form so unbelievable? Are you suggesting he was even holding back his powers during the fight at Cheonma Jeon? Dokgoryong and Chae Hong-ahs voices trembled with incredulity. Which was hardly surprising. A martial art Form embodies the essence that prates to the core of the techniqueits a special move that can only be used by those who havepletely mastered the martial art. And now, someone is utilizing the Form of the Heukcheon Mahwang Gong with such refinement? Hes not just a brute force user? Dokgoryongs gaze turned icy cold. If this small tyrant was present maybe as troubling as Yacha, or more so as of now. They must be killed. Such was the immense pressure felt by Dokgoryong and Chae Hong-ah. However, the lowest-ranking goblins, whose peripheral nerves had been eroded away by the effects of Immaemangryang, failed to sense the ominous energy. Kill him! Kill! Kill! Giggle! Acting tough for a human The lowest-ranking goblins charged in unison. In that instant. Heukcheon Mahwang Gong. First Form. From head to shoulders to the tips of his fingers. Heukryunamchaekwon (ck Crusher Fist). The condensed magical power exploded in an instant. Kwakwakwakwakwa! A ck whirlwind swept through the throng of goblins. Kekeke! Aaack! Shredded fragments scattered in all directions. The lowest-ranking goblins died instantly just being caught in the whirlwind, while even the middle-ranking ones suffered severe injuries. The power of that single punch was unbelievable. Only the upper-ranking goblins barely managed to withstand the Crusher Fist, mostly due to their naturally high physical and magical resistances. Grrr Strong human. Die together. The giant goblins, with blue skin and white eyes gleaming, drew their weapons. Three each faced Dokgoryong and Chae Hong-ah, and ten marched towards Jinhyuk. [The blue goblin activates Song of Chaos sk!] Vvvvvvmm! A hazy gas spewed from the sk he held, filling the air with ephemeral des. Pikes, swords, even maces, rings, and surprisingly, harpoons ands materialized. The variety and number were of a different caliber entirely. Yacha watched Jinhyuk with evident interest, as if to ask, How will you handle this? Jinhyuk responded to that silent question with a smirk. Ill show you. In the face of these steps Numbers are meaningless. Kwoong! The ck energy that had spouted gathered again. With each step he took, a dense dark aroma rose from the ground. Grr! Kill it! Boooom! Vvvvmm! The weapons formed from gas rained down together, like a meteor shower assaulting Jinhyuk. Front, back, left, righttheypletely barraged him. There was nowhere to hide. At that moment. First Step. A slight breeze stirred. Heat emanated along the grounds surface, and the steaming darkness engulfed the first row of iing weapons, which began to burn. Fsssht! The blue edges turned ck and disintegrated. Then, with the Second Step. Whoosh! The breeze became a scorching wind. A stifling sensationsted only for a moment before a dreadful pain shot up to the brain. Aaaargh! My body. My body is burning! Hot The goblins nearby thrashed in agony. Jinhyuk stepped forward again. The Third Step signified the final move. The wind halted, and soon after the sound itself vanished. Every aspect fell into a deep silence, like the calm before the storm. An energypressed to its limit. A dark, cold magic. It drilled down into the earth. Crack! Crack! Crack! This was different from before. Previously, hed directed his fist at a single point. This time, the ground itself turned into a stage to realize the Third Step along with him. For my master The true meaning behind the Three Steps. The final step he had yet to master. I shall reach it. This is The end of the Three-Step Divine Fist. Kwakwakwakwakwa! A massive dark me surged from the ground. *** Screech! The earth and stones were scorched. The columns that nked either side barely maintained their shape. Naturally, the goblins near the center of explosion vanished without a trace, unable to even leave bones behind. And there, in the midst of it all, stood only Jinhyuk. Magnificently violent. It was the very symbol of the power possessed by the Heukcheon Mahwang Gong. Hee Hahaha! Indeed, how entertaining. This is your power, isnt it? Delightfully terrifying. Yachas hair stood on end, a grin twitching uncontrobly as he struggled to contain his excitement. The goblins are in a different league when ites to defense. Even though the attack had swept away the upper-ranking goblins, Yacha was unscathed apart from a slight singeing. So, stop grinning like a child ande on in. Jinhyuk beckoned Yacha with a flick of his finger. Kahaha! Of course, I was hoping for this! [Yacha activates his unique ability Kwairaknanshin (Monstrous Strength)!] Kwairaknanshin. Literally, the ability epasses weird and eerie strength. This power manifests in various ways, depending on who possesses it. In Yachas case He turns into a monster specialized in closebat. [Strength, vitality, physical defense, and magical defense each increase by 30%!] [Fear resistance rises by 100%!] A red status window appeared before Jinhyuks eyes as a formidable energy spewed from Yachas body. From above to below Kwaaang! Yachas initial attack signaled the start of the battle. ! Heavy. Jinhyuks feet burrowed into the ground, even with the Heukcheon Mahwang Gong manifested to the 4th rank, it was difficult to withstand Yachas assault bolstered by Kwairaknanshin. And moreover A giant blue hand approached from behind Yacha. The first blow was from Yacha himself, and the second was administered by Kwairaknanshin. This was Kwairaknanshins first characteristic, Irrefutable Response. The debilitating impact that obliterates the memory of the initial strike was the very essence of tyranny. Kwaaang! The enormous palmpressed the ground. Kukukukukuku! The earth screamed under the pressure, not able to bear it, as blue mes ravaged the area even deeper. Thus A crater reminiscent of a meteorite impact formed. Hm. This is all well and good, but the problem is its too powerful Tsk. Did he die with just one blow this time? Yacha approached the crater. However When he lifted his palm, the anticipated crushed corpse was nowhere to be seen. At that moment. Thump! What? A dull impact resonated in Yachas back. Kwakwakwakwak! Yacha rolled on the ground awkwardly from the unexpected strike. How in the world? Confusion contorted Yachas face as he sprung up. Hed been watching intently, never losing sight, yet somehow Jinhyuk had vanished. ck smoke arose from Jinhyuks legs. Ill concede on strength. But Speed is where I reign. Speed? Youre superior? After living for so long, I still hear new things. Ill rip that head off right now! Yacha, irate, swung his arm, which had just missed where Jinhyuks head was. The massive blue hand swept through the area, but again, Jinhyuk had already vanished like smoke. Tch. A sound skimmed the ground, and Jinhyuk moved right in front of Yacha. Close enough to feel each others breaths. Yes. This was a taunt. At this range, try and hit me. Dropping shadow gave way to a series of rapid strikes at point-nk. Bang! Bang! Pop! Yachas body wobbled from side to side. This, bastard Ack! If only I had recovered my strength fully Arrgh! Yacha had been confined for many years, and his current condition was far from normal. All he had consumed for countless years was dewdrops at dawn. Of course, in a fight for ones life, such exnations serve as nothing more than excuses. Just one time If I can grab you just once! You wont catch me. Waaaah! Yacha summoned Kwairaknanshins arm again. The huge blue arm, with fingers spread, advanced toward him. Jinhyuk crouched slightly. At the precise moment of the closing fingersnow! Escaping between the fingers, he sprinted up the arm. Tap, tap, tap! Using the momentum of the sprint, he struck directly at Yachas face. [The 3rd Form of Heukcheon Mahwang Gong, Blood-Prating Force, is activated!] A force that tears apart the insides rather than the surface. Tookwang! Yachas head tilted backward. The bead of blood that trickled from his mouth was dreadfully crimson. However, even with perfect timing all that was managed was a single drop of blood. As much as I dislike the term blockhead, there seems to be no other word thates to mind. Frankly, he had expected it to work, but it failed to inflict significant damage. Its no wonder Yacha was known as one of the mightiest monsters in the middle floors. Even whencking energy, he wasnt at a disadvantage. You! A short sound escaped Yachas lips as his pupils twisted in fury. Its time to put an end to this hit-and-run. [Kwairaknanshins second ability awakens!] *** If the first ability is tailored for one-on-onebat, the second is optimized for battle against multiple adversaries. Characters symbolizing fire () emerged on all six arms. Whoosh! Blue mes enveloped the limbs. Then, as the characters for wind (L) appeared, a gentle breeze brushed through Jinhyuks hair. Though the size had diminished, the speed had increased by at least two levels, enough to catch up to Jinhyuk. Lets start over. Yacha vanished. To the side no, behind. Whoosh! Sharp ws grazed his cheek. Jinhyuks body rotated counter-clockwise, using the momentum. Aiming for the jaw. Shush! This time, Yacha lightly evaded the counter, brushing away the following kick with the back of his hand. But Yacha too faced swings and misses. A fight where double-digit strikes were exchanged in a single breath, with no effective hits. Their speeds are nearly equal. Jinhyuk quickly created some distance. Its no use running away. I can catch up anytime now. Yacha teased. Indeed, he had gotten faster. If I dy, Ill be at a disadvantage in terms of stamina endurance. The units of magical power we each have are on different scales. So then Jinhyuk bit his mrs as if determined. He had wanted to wait until hepleted his training with his master before fusing but given the situation, there was no choice. With so much at stake, he couldnt afford to be concerned about the strain on his body. Vvvvvvmm! A massive library appeared behind Jinhyuk. Tombgraves Right Arm ck Demon Emperors Step Heukcheon Mahwang Gong Domain of Wind Four books tipped over from the multi-purpose storehouse where the abilities were kept, in order to create a new skill that transcended Quickness. Ill fuse the skills. Chapter 284: Yaksha (夜叉) (4) Chapter 284: Yaksha (ҹ) (4) [Twofold unique abilities fuse!] [Threefold unique abilities fuse!] Multifusion (\ں). Attempting different methods ofbination based on four abilities. Throbbing and heavy pain pierced through the body. After battling fiercely and fusing several abilities at once, the body was overloaded. For a moment, consciousness almost slipped away. Damn it. Focus focus Jinhyuk steadied himself. Even as his brain sizzled and vision blurred, making a mistake here could cost his life. The fusion of the unfinished Heukcheonmawanggong was underway. And the abilities it was fusing with were all top-ss as well. The Adaptive Ability Stats fought to soothe the pain and to ovee the widening gap and the challenges that became reality. At that moment. [You have sessfully fused with Tombgraves Leg (unmeasurable).] The first ability signaled sess. A leg crafted bybining Tombgraves Right Arm and Heukcheonmawanggong. Fzzzt! Three ck des emerged behind Jinhyuks calf. The des, vibrating at high speed, came with the capabilities of both eleration and attack. And then. [You have sessfully fused with Sword Demons Thousand Spirit Step (ħǧ`)(unmeasurable).] [The level of Sword Demon Sovereign Step will be inherited directly.] Another skill was formed soon after. This time, it was a result of fusing Sword Demon Sovereign Step with Heukcheonmawanggong and Domain of Wind. Sword Demons Thousand Spirit Step. A superior footwork technique to Sword Demon Sovereign Step, it was a martial art that normally required an extremely well-trained body to use. The need for countless practices was self-exnatory. No matter the experience from the past, it differed from previous fusions which could be used right after the fusion. However. With these legs Its possible. They can be endured. Or perhaps even more might be possible. Huff. Jinhyuks eyes glinted sharply. With these newly acquired legs I will unleash a new ability. Thus. At this very moment. [Lv12 Sword Demons Thousand Spirit Step (ħǧ`) is activated!] Surpassing the realm of perception. Supersonic speed, Pop Jinhyuk disappeared. *** Boom! Yakshas head swung leftward. !? Cruuunch! Turning its head, a severe impact was felt on the left side of the torso. The bodys bnce crumbled around the waist. Guh! The physical impact wasnt enormous. But, the mental shock was iparable to before. I missed his presence? This was unbelievable. Despite pushing the sensory perception to the max, failing to even follow an afterimage was something impossible. Vroom! Vroom! Six arms swirled through the air. However, they grasped nothing. Pop pop. Tss. Looking back, he is ahead. Bang! Boom! Looking forward, he is behind. At best, they could only gauge an approximate location using the remnants of qi, but pinpointing the exact spot was out of the question. It was like wandering in a dense fog. Crack! Impossible. Theres no way they couldnt catch a being while using the extraordinary powers I refuse to believe this! [Yaksha activates extraordinary powers (y) Wild Dance of the Wilderness Cannon (Ұh).] Blue lights pulsed from the six arms before setting aze everything in sight. Kaboom, kaboom, kaboom! The terrain changed. From the scorched red surface, hot air rose. The bombardment was indiscriminate and fierce. At least this way, I can gauge its position. Yakshas eyes widened. Just then. Finally, something entered the field of vision. Found it. Just 10 meters in front. At this distance The six arms converged at one point. Six streams of light swirled straight to shred Jinhyuk. But amidst the storm raging madly a path opened. Jinhyuk, dodging the light beams in a blink, closed the gap right up to Yakshas nose. A dark moon materialized on the Fang held in his left hand. An intense crescent moon that seemed to swallow everything. The real power of extraordinary strength isnt at a distance. Dont forget the essence of your abilities just because youre impatient. You dare lecture me on my abilities, you little insect? What do you know! Well. Prove me wrong after youve reached the peak of the tower at least once. What? The question didntst long. [The ck Moon Night covers the sky.] Sssshk! A red line was drawn across Yakshas skin. On top of that. Pop. Jinhyuks left hand touched it. Now, fall. Heavenly Killing Prating Fist. Twisting the insides once again that were already mangled by the blood needle prating fist. Kaboooom! Yakshas back arched like a shrimp and a gigantic wave erupted. Three trails of the sonic boom drew circles all the way to the ceiling. Cough! Gahugh, Blood surged from Yakshas mouth. The end was not here yet. The ck des formed on Jinhyuks legs relentlessly diced through Yakshas body. Crash! Crunch, crackle! Red lines were drawn all over. Although both hands tried to protect the vital points, Jinhyuk continued to move and swung his legs. *Pant* *Pant*. Yaksha staggered back, creating distance. The wounds rapidly healed. However, this time it seemed too strenuous, as Yakshas body noticeably swayed. How could I bleed from a bug like this? Damn. Damn. Dammmnnn! The vigor weakened. The domineering spirit also waned. And then. Aaaargh! Suddenly, Yaksha grabbed its head. *** Barely made it. Lucky us. Thanks to that guy weakening Yaksha for us, though. Dokgoryong and Chae Hong-ah spoke up. Both held blue mes in their hands, now colored purple. A color change indicated sessful brainwashing. All of the high-ss goblins have been killed. Jinhyuk turned around. Blood dripped from the tip of Chae Hong-ahs spear. To have killed them all quietly was truly a befitting skill of the Martial Worlds number one spear. Just six and they think they can take us two down. Funny. Still, you were useful. A fight with you drained Yaksha much more than starving it for years. I should at least thank you before you die. Is thanking someone now synonymous with killing? No matter how dangerous the world has be, thats a bit harsh Heh, its all for the greater cause. Die happily. Dokgoryong infused more internal energy into the goblin fire. Whoosh! The mes turned a deeper shade of color. Aaaah! Yakshas pupils rolled back. Consciousness started fadingpletely. They waited just for this moment. All the pieces perfectly fell into ce. The moment they secured the ultimate card. Now, time for the test. Dokgoryong flicked his finger. Strike. Kyaaaa! Boom! Yaksha charged forward. Being brainwashed simplified the attack patterns. Direct attacks were fast, but no longer threatening. However, different from before. Bang! Huh! With minimal movements, Jinhyuk tried evading Yakshas arm but had to abruptly change direction. The red wave pierced the air. It was Chae Hong-ah. Bang! Bang! Bang! The left hand holding the spears tip decided its trajectory, while the right hand spinning the back end maximized eleration. Like a bullet. No, bullets are just chunks of iron when they run out of rounds in the magazine. This, however, was like a gun with infinite bullets. Additionally, the bloody poison exhaled by Dokgoryong now pricked at the nostrils. No escape shall be allowed. Dokgoryong ordered the nearby leader of the Noryeong Group. After dealing with the devils, they regrouped here, numbering twenty-seven. Allposed of elite individuals above the peak level. Dont worry, sir. Ill make sure not even an ant can escape. To fight Yaksha along with two of the top ten experts, and the entirety of the Noryeong Group It was impossible. There was no chance of winning. Entirely surrounded and slowly wearied, it would only lead to death. But even in such a hopeless situation, devoid of the slightest glimmer of hope. Jinhyuks expression showed no sign of panic or fear. It made sense. You must be waiting for me to drain Yakshas energy, but I have also been seeking to bide as much time as possible. What do you mean? Our disciples may not know much, but their loyalty is unshakable. It was about time. If he dragged this out long enough, even if the pathways were well sealed, enough time would have passed to break through. To prove his point. Here we goooo! A beam of light pierced through the wall created by magic. A breath no. Aposite skillbined with breath, Heukcheonmawanggong, and even Blood Lord. Plunk. Amidst the haze of dust, familiar voices could be heard. The sect was so noisy that I tossed everything aside toe here. So this happened. You nned to kill my disciple from behind and awaken Yaksha? Amhwang let out an irritated sigh. U-Unbeatable Law!? At this of all times Dokgoryong and Chae Hong-ahs faces tensed up. They faced the veryst person they wished to encounter. They had sealed this ce off to avoid this situation at all costs. They never imagined the powerful magical barrier could be breached this swiftly. And beside Amhwang. How dare a human try to harm what is mine? To even attempt to kill our lord. Both of you will be killed. Ellis and Wolyeong appeared. They, in particr, exuded a vicious killing intent all over their bodies due to their rage. Our incredible jerk of a master What have you done to our precious master! What a waste, we should have finished the job more thoroughly Ahem! Lets save our master! Everyone, be quiet. Its giving me a headache. The castle-bound ghosts raised their voices together. Good. This turned the tablepletely. The only lingering concern was the energy flowing from Yakshas body As the goblin firepletely dominated the consciousness, apletely different aura shimmered than before. That energy Ive felt this before. Where was it? Definitely, it was a familiar sensation Like a puzzle, tantalizingly close topletion yet not fitting. Contemting this, Jinhyuk soon shook his head clear. Handle the most important matters first. Ellis. Yeah. Take Goguma and the spirits to handle the rest. The Noryeong Group leader I can ignore, but those two must be dealt with without dropping your guard. I was nning to smash them to pieces anyway. I got enough trouble getting here. Clomp. As Ellis walked, her outfit began to changepletely. The traditional martial world attire vanished and was reced by a short skirt and long ck gloves going up to the wrists. Her long silver hair was also tied back with a rune-inscribed ribbon. An outfit focused on closebat. Although not her unique sacred spear at full power, a palpable magic emanated from her. [Ellis summons the Blood Spear.] A red spear made of blood simr to Chae Hong-ahs materialized. Ill sweep them all by myself. You take care of the flies trying to escape. Ellis tossed her long tied-up hair over her shoulder. Understood. Wolyeong melded into the shadows. Goguma and the spirits also took their positions. Dont be afraid and kill them all! If they escape, Unbeatable Law will kill us first. Along with Dokgoryongs outcry that was close to a scream Boom! Bang! The battles began simultaneously. Chapter 285: Yacha (夜叉) (5) Chapter 285: Yacha (ҹ) (5) Chapter 285. Yacha (ҹ) (5) ng! Crash! Spears collided in mid-air. Elise, having manifested her Blood Lord ability, deftly controlled her spear. More urately, she was manipting it with magic rather than wielding it with her hand. Tuk. With a lightnding, Elise spun her Blood Spear like a windmill. I definitely prefer this over a rapier. Her long silver hair fluttered in the air above. At the same time, the spears tip shot towards Chae Hong-Ahs heart. An attack too fast to even contemte evading. Boom! Kugh! Sparks flew, and Chae Hong-Ah was sent flying. Hehe. Elise nced over in Jinhyuks direction. With pricked ears and tightly clenched fists, she looked like an eager puppy waiting for praise. Of course. Jinhyuks attention was entirely focused on Yacha. Elise got irritated. Not looking? Not even now? Not even at this? Her spear thrusts became even more violent. Phrasing her flurry of thrusts that blurred afterimages as impable would only be putting it lightly. However, it was not the intended fish getting caught, but rather an unexpected side reaction. Not bad at all. Among the warriors of Murim, not to mention the knights of the empire, very few can withstand this spear for more than ten shes. As one terribly worn in the art of spearbat, Chae Hong-Ah could see it clearly. Just how exceptional Elise was at managing distance. Perhaps after surviving numerous brushes with death and even more battles. Maybe, even stronger than that man over there. Stronger than him? Stronger than the contractor? Maybe in terms of the cunning born from experience. I didnt realize under that mask at Cheonmajeon was someone so young. Even more impressive. Pile it on. Eh? Much more. I want a lot more praise. Elises eyes sparkled eagerly. Her voice had even taken on a stern tone. Quickly. Tell me from the start, just how grand and how magnificent I am. Speak all night if you must! Elises pride had soared to the heavens. Jinhyuk clicked his tongue, watching from afar. Hmm. It seemed like she had a lot built up inside. After all, being the high and mighty head of Ataraxia, to be treated like an untouchable and have her pride stepped on daily must have her craving acknowledgment. While Elise and Chae Hong-Ahs battle paused momentarily, Wolyeong faced Dokgoryong. Kuck. Wolyeong! How dare a lowlife like you draw a sword against me? You couldnt even look me in the eye before, stepping so boldly out of line now! There was a time when that was true. You were so far above me in the ranking, unreachable. There was? So, you believe its not the case now? As you can see. Wolyeong thrust his sword forward. Itsughable. Theres no way you couldve improved so much since then. What makes you bold enough now? The reason? Its nothing special. Merely I served under someone stronger than you. Hed fought together with that person. Watched how they fought. And what it means to fight. The bone-chilling strength was to be expected. The relentless cruelty that crushed enemies and allies alike was honestly scary, even as an ally. It was like being stabbed with a de, then showered with salt and having someone dance in front of you. The thought that a prompt death would be more merciful naturally followed. And after going through all that You didnt amount to much. What once looked like a tiger in Dokgoryong had now started to appear like a mere cat. Kek Kahahaha! It seems with time youve forgotten just how dreadful I can be. If you think you can take me on alone, it truly shows that time is a path to oblivion. Ssszzz! Dokgoryongs arm turned a green hue. Poison Lotus Water. A venom so potent that mere skin contact will rot flesh within an instant. However, just as the venomous mist neared Wolyeong, A mouth opened wide behind him. Mosquito! Mosquito! Moootthhhmosquito! [Goguma uses Acid Breath!] Kwadakwadakwada! A green beam, far deeper in color than the cloud, streaked across it. My poison is superior to yours? Dokgoryongs mouth dropped open. However, before he could act on his shock, Wolyeong, who had appeared behind Dokgoryong using Shadow Extreme Kill,unched a surprise attack. Jinhyuk surveyed the overall battle. Respectable as the Brain Alliance may be, they cant match my Elemental Beasts. The five Elemental Beasts, having been rigorously trained, coordinated like a single entity. Goguma and Wolyeong were also admirably pushing their opponents. Aside from Elise ying the queen, there were no major surprises. All that was left was a wild beast baring its ferocious fangs. Just then. Thud. Amhwang approached Jinhyuks side. His face reflectedplex emotions. Jinhyuk already knew the reason. Youvee. The marks on the ground suggest youve used the ck Heavenly Demons 1st and 3rd techniques. Yes. From the beginning, I wondered. How can you, a foreigner from the Tower, utilize my unique martial arts so casually? The presence he emanated felt too profound to be achieved overnight. Surely, immense effort and training must have supported it. That is Jinhyuk trailed off. Its fine. I wasnt prying. If you cant tell me, thats enough. Amhwang waved his hand lightly. Even if its a lie, it doesnt matter. There must be a reason. I have decided to ept you. Yes My master was always like this. He was one of the few who could be relied upon in a world abandoned by yers. At that time, I thought of my master as a mere inhabitant of the Tower,cking character. Thats why I didnt want to get attached. After all, giving affection to an NPC, a part of the program, only leaves room for hurt. But as I ascended the Tower, the more I regretted keeping that distance at the peak. Once is enough for regret. Ill formally ask for your name. Kang Jinhyuk. Responding to Amhwangs question, Jinhyuk slowly began to speak. My name is Kang Jinhyuk. Given the circumstances, lets exchange courtesies with an offer of respect instead of formal rites. Betraying and deceiving others is rife in martial arts society. Saying one will ally and then stabbing them in the back is the nature of the survival of the fittest. However. A master never betrays their disciple. Like a parent cannot abandon their child, nor can a child abandon their parent. Neither can a master nor disciple turn their backs on one another. Jinhyuk. You shall be the first disciple I ept, and at the same time, thest. Thats why. Anyone who tries to harm their disciple is unforgivable. Witness and learn. That alone should suffice as a great lesson for you. Amhwang stood before Yacha. Kuu Yacha growled lowly, its whites showing. Even though its reason was gone, it instinctively felt threatened by the presence before it. The impurities in your body werent there originally. Foolish ones have put a Will-o-the-Wisp into you Haha. And someone yed a prank with that one as well. Your insides are aplete mess. Amhwang looked at Yacha with a troubled gaze. True to his words, Yachas condition was noticeably deteriorating. Its power, overworked, exceeded its peak and erupted uncontrobly, quickly breaking down. Like using the wrong fuel, Yacha burned itself out, self-destructing in the process. Kaaaa! It wouldve been nice to fight you again someday, but not like this. Now, I shall free you from your pain. Kukukuku! Dark energy rose around Amhwang. ck Heavenly Demons 12th technique. Unity Extremes (һO֧). The 12th and most powerful technique among the techniques Amhwang possessed. I knew it. That movement. That posturing. Each one In theory, it would take at least a year of practice to reach that level. And I know even if you theoretically understand a technique, without the necessary internal energy and training, it remains a mere dance. But then, why do I feel As if I could do it. Jinhyuks body reflexively twitched. Just then. Yacha and Amhwang shed head-on. ROAR! Vast inner energies collided. A sh of pure power without finesse. Yacha, enveloped in brute force, swung its fists wildly. Amhwang countered with the 12th technique of the ck Heavenly Demon. The energy from his dantian visibly surged into his upper body. No doubt the next move would be Unity Circle. A ck circle appeared between Amhwang and Yacha. This was the beginning of forming an extremity. And unknowingly, Jinhyuk Followed the motion. Circle of Limits. A new white circle materialized behind Yacha. Shock rippled through Amhwangs eyes. How could It was the 12th technique meant to sever Yacha, contaminated by agony, from life. A demonstration of what lies ahead in mastering the ck Heavenly Demon to his disciple. But to mimic it after just one nce? It transcends talent or effort. The realm of impossibility. The real monster was elsewhere. Amhwang looked with disbelief at the circle drawn by Jinhyuk. At that moment, The punctuation for the Twin Extremes (pO֧), the 12th technique meant to be manifested as a single pole, became a line connecting two poles. ck and white. Light and darkness pierced Yachas heart. Thump! At its final moment, Yacha did not block the attack. Nor did it attempt to regenerate. Once its blurred eyes refocused, it was visibly smiling. As if grateful for being freed from the cursed nightmare. Thud! Yachas body copsed to the left. At that instant, Countless status windows appeared before Jinhyuk. Ding! Ding! [You have earned a 70% contribution.] [Your level has increased!] [Your level has increased!] [Your level has increased!] [Your level has increased!] [Your level has] [increased!] [Due to Yachas death, you have met the cloning condition.] [Sessfully cloned the unique ability Brute Demon (y)!] [Brute Demon (y)] Obtaining difficulty: Unmeasurable Description: A closebat unique ability that manifests in various forms depending on the caster. It gives immunity against fear towards the opponent and increases physical and magical defense by 30% each. [You have acquired Yachas Wrist Guard.] [You have obtained the special item Taishan Sword.] [You have obtained Yachas Elixir.] [You have obtained Yachas Secret Manual.] Eight levels. And with that came new abilities and items that seemed significant. Nheless, despite the notification of victory There was no hint of joy in Jinhyuks expression. The Eye of Gluttony wasnt just seeing items or reward-rted status bars. The unease he felt when Yacha was consumed by the Will-o-the-Wisp. The true nature of what that was. He finally realized. Chapter 286: The Approach of Doomsday’s Seat Chapter 286: The Approach of Doomsdays Seat Fwooosh! A strange heat shimmered where the goblins fire had been left. That disconcerting magical energy. Now that it had fully manifested its color, its true identity was starkly revealed. [The Eye of Gluttony has insight into the target.] [The Indescribable Ember is aze.] So thats what happened. Jinhyuk clenched his teeth. The Indescribable Ember is a me fondly used by the goat guy on the 50th floor of the tower. And its presence here means He must havee down to Murim at some point. Theres only one reason Murim has remained unscathed despite such an aberrant being descending. I now understand why Cheonma had entered seclusion. And why he has not emerged now that his seclusion has ended. He cante out, even if he wants to. He must have been gravely wounded in the fight with the goat guy. I thought there would be more to this quest chain than just the yaksha, but Turns out the scale was much grander than I expected. Family-level vampires, the high-ranking officer Hasting, and the entity from the 50th floor. Its clear how this snowball, started by the goblin fires, has rolled. Jinhyuks gaze drifted upward. Back when he used to y the Tower of Ordeals, there was a simr event of this kind. The ember is literally what remains of the fire. Before the fire goes outpletely, those from the 50th floor will ascend again. Down to the bottom of the tower. And that will happen soon. No one can tell precisely where, But wherever they descend, That area will turn into hell. Four days had passed since the incident in the Brain Prison ended. The incident had the entire Cheonma Sin Church upside down. The yaksha had not only rampaged while trapped in the Brain Prison, but the entire Brain Sect, including its leader, had been annihted trying to stop it. One of the top ten martial artists, Dokgo Ryong, had also been lost, resulting in unspeakable damage. The only survivor, Chae Hong-ah, had fallen into aa due to a blow to the back of the head, making her unable to recount the events. All that remained was the testimony of Jinhyuk and the others. To be exact, a story that was conveniently fabricated. All the experts of the church are either dead or critically injured. But you and your disciple are unharmed. So? Doesnt it look suspicious to anyone? The situation has conveniently turned in your favor. It was you who said we needed to contain the yaksha. And also you who decided to let the goblins loose in the Brain Prison. Amhwang clenched his arms across his chest, an ufortable expression on his face. Just his presence was emitting an incredible pressure, perhaps because of his bursting muscles. However, Sama Ja stood his ground, unaffected by that force. The goblins were for the training of our disciples. Is that so? To me, it seemed like someone was trying to brainwash the yaksha using them. Ha, youre overly paranoid, Uhwobeop. How could one brainwash the yaksha using mere goblins? Sama Ja replied without changing his expression. Even if it were possible, the yaksha is dead now, so theres no one left to ask. Good point. Indeed, our church doesnt need worthless evidence or witnesses. We see with our own eyes and punish ordingly. Isnt that how the Cheonma Sin Church operates? Thus, dont rashly suspect my innocent disciple. Not unless youve seen it with your own two eyes. It seems Uhwobeop is extremely protective of his disciple. Enough to wager everything on them. Of course. Amhwang brushed past Sama Ja, striding across Cheonmajon. Their eyes met. Both knew who the culprit was. They knew what had happened inside, and how it ended. Yet they did not voice their inner thoughts. There was no need for words when they understood each other so well. I may have lost the opening round, but remember thisits good advice. The grand game has just begun. Ill need to be more meticulous in my approachespecially if you perform any tricks before me, or Ill crush your skull. That I look forward to it. The conversation ended there. As soon as Amhwang stepped outside Cheonmajon, Baeksa immediately followed him. Sovereign. I have handled everything you asked. However, about assigning a guard for your disciple I cant seem to find them anywhere. Even searching the entire Mount Sipmandae yielded no results. No need for a guard outside the tower. Outside the tower? Yes. They said they needed to cool their head. Name: Kang Jinhyuk Gender: Male Age: 27 Level: 108 Strength: 101 Agility: 39 Vitality: 49 Magic Power: 273 Gap: 100 Luck: 10 Adaptable: 78 Pneuma: 71.38 Avable Stat Points: 24 Coins: 6,151,339 ss: Rune Schr Unique Abilities: Fusion, Sword Grave, Stars Blessing, Anubiss Judgment, Blood Demonic Qi, Mand, 1-Second Invincibility, Thousand Poisons, White Tiger, Felicity Sharing, Domain of the Sun, ck Celestial Demon Emperors Qi, Triple Magic, Titans Strike, Dragons Breath, High-Speed Sword, Tombgraves Right Arm, Berserker, Domain of Wind, Shadow Extreme Kill, Blood Explosion, ck Tears, Tombgraves Leg, Might of Surpassing Strength Skills: Due to therge number of skills, they have been folded. Barriers: Due to therge number of learned barriers, they have been folded. After defeating the yaksha, I gained 8 levels. The battle had been fierce, so my pneuma stats increased by 20. This time I need to bnce things out. Theres a way to raise my magic power stats more. So for now, its time to develop the stats I havent invested in. [Your Strength increases from 101 to 109.] [Your Agility increases from 39 to 47.] [Your Vitality increases from 49 to 57.] A soft glow spread around him. Good. Next is Time to check out the much-anticipated rewards. Having learned that the entities from the 50th floor had intervened, the condition had been met. [You havepleted the first linked quest.] [The list of materials you may choose from is disyed in order of higher grade.] This allows me to choose one of the material items from the coin exchange. Whatever I want, no restrictions. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. Its really torture to choose just one. Honestly, the desirable ones could tten a truck. Dragon Heart, Giant Soldiers Gear, Spirit Kings Essence just the items thate to mind number in the dozens. Add the treasures of the demon kings and administrators of the demonic worlds, as well as the materials from high-level monsters, and the number of choices multiplies into the hundreds. But I can only choose one. Dragon Heart or materials from the spirit world take too long to yield real efficiency. Meanwhile, demon materials can be prepared in just a day. Now orter. Should I pick something usable immediately Or n for the future? The choice was not difficult. I choose the Decaying Heart. Theres no future without the present. Jinhyuk grabbed a gem that glowed purple in his hand. An artifact created by Berial. A core ingredient needed to create a purple grade item. I can finally craft a purple grade item. No sooner had he made his pick than another message window appeared. Ding! [A second linked quest has arrived.] Doomsdays Seat Objective: An entity bringing about the towers destruction descends below. Minimize the damage and survive. Reward: Unknown (To be adjusted ording to the level of damage). The worst event quest that could wipe out a region had begun. And so, the first scenario of doomsday had started. The sun was warm. As Jinhyuk sat on a bench, he watched the people bustling about, enjoying the rare weekend leisurely after their busy lives. Everyone is so peaceful. With various guilds and yers active in the tower, ordinary citizens could continue to live their lives. It seemed the Awakened Association was doing their best to ensure people could maintain their daily routines unimpeded. It made sense, given the seamless integration into society. I heard some Awakened with mass psychic abilities are ying a big part in it. Mental abilities. If I could copy those Jinhyuk shook his head, emerging from his reverie. He was enjoying a dearly deserved break after a fierce battle. He didnt want to worry about Awakeners or yers on top of all the headache-inducing issues already facing him. Now that he had distributed his stats and epted the linked quest, he nned to thoroughly rxat least for today. That was the n What are you staring at so nkly? Come on, see the 176th outfit Ive picked. Ahem. How is it? Ellis spun around in her attire. If it hadnt been for this leech-like vampire sticking to him, things would be fine. Ellis added another outfit to the mountain of shopping bags. The iconic Hanbok Rental service of Bukchon Hanok Vige. Dressed in a white and pink hanbok with an ornate hairpin, she looked quite exotic. Hmm. An exmation of admiration slipped from Jinhyuks lips. Who knew she could look so elegant? This might be what they mean by a harmonious blend of East and West. Thats all fine, but you do know those are rental clothes, right? You cant just wear them any old wayif anythings damaged, you have to pay for it. Its fine. Its not fine. Ive already bought them all. Its not finewait, you mean all of them? Every single one? Yes, everything down to thest piece. Theres nothing I cannot afford with my wealth. I even tried to buy this vige because I liked it, but the so-called lord of the vige threw me out. How dare he not know who I am. That must have meant getting thrown out of the city office. I just hope she didnt end up bothering the mayor. My head suddenly starts to throb. Now it makes sense why there are no other customers renting hanbok. She bought them all, naturally leaving everyone else with nothing. And this, look. Its called cotton candy; I never knew such a miraculous tasting cloud existed until now. How about it? Want some? If you ask desperately, I might share one with you. Just eat as much as you wanttill youve got cotton candying out of your ears. Jinhyuk waved off the offer. But then. Seeing Mistress Ellis eat so delectably, I find myself longing to taste one too. I would be truly grateful if you shared with your servant. Unexpectedly, Wolyeong epted Elliss offer. Lately, youve been unusually polite towards Ellis. You havent been hit by her recently, have you? Thats not the case. Then what? Mistress Ellis is someone the master values deeply, is she not? I am only behaving as befits such esteem. Valuing dearly, huh Indeed, she is a precious and important resource. A workforce this excellent would be hard to find even across the entire tower. Right then. Its good to wear clothes from where Jinhyuk lives thanks to you, Sister. Hehe. Theyre warm and cozy, I really like them. Its my first time wearing one even though Ive seen it a lot in dramas. Andria and Teresa have also shown up, each in a different concept of hanbok. A fluffy fox and a pure-looking saint. This needs to be recorded for a nice sell. Teresa came too? Are youmanding people toe and go while seated there? A schr wearing a gat also appeared. Scr ah, its Yuseong, not scruffy. Wow, it suits you well. Thought you were an actual Sungkyunkwan schr. Apart from the desire to kill kings who displease him, he looks exactly like a Joseon bureaucrat. History would have been better off if Lee Bang-won had met him at Seonjuk Bridge instead of Jeong Mong-ju. Stop talking nonsense. Tell us why youve summoned us all. Weve all left urgent matters in Murim toe here; dont tell me its for something like this? Despite the protests, Yuseong seems to be enjoying himselfowning a fan and all. Well Its not just for leisure. The atmosphere, once buoyant, solemnly shifted. There seems to be something on your mind. Lets hear it. In response to Cheon Yuseongs question, Jinhyuk slowly spoke up. I need everyones strength. To ward off the looming destruction, Or rather, to survive from doomsday, Everyone would have to risk their lives. Chapter 287: Choice and Preparation Chapter 287: Choice and Preparation Chapter 287. Choice and Preparation Please help me. A phrasemonly exchanged among ordinary people. But that was a story for ordinary people. It was certainly not a phrase that shoulde from Jinhyuks mouth. He had always nned alone and shaken the board alone. The rest were just help. And yet. This guy is asking for help. Cheon Yuseong bit his lip hard. He could guess how serious the situation was. It was clear that Jinhyuk was about to bring up a story that was different from what they had dealt with before. What exactly has happened in the Heavenly Demon Sect? The exnation would be long, but a troublesome creature has caught the scent. Ill tell you all about it slowly over a meal. We should at least enjoy some good food during our rare break, right? Damn it. After creating such a serious atmosphere, now you expect me to be able to swallow down food? Yeah. I think itll go down just fine. What? They say a ghost that dies after eating is well-colored. Lets eat well first. Right? Jinhyuk nced at the others. My stomach is growling. Even if the world ends tomorrow, Ill still miss the meat and dessert I didnt eat today. I owe my life to you, Mr. Jinhyuk, since Ive already died once. Hehe. Above all, I think there will always be a way when Im with Mr. Jinhyuk? If thats what you wish, I will follow. Ive been missing Korean food, so this is perfect. Please treat me with Korean beef ribs. Positive responses. Of course, Ill treat you. Now, Yuseong, they say they want to eat Korean beef ribs. No. Why should I pay for the meal? Because Its obvious because youre the oldest here. If you wear schrs clothes, you should naturally follow the venerablews of Confucianism. Filial piety is the fundamental root of the Three Bonds and Five Constants. In face of the divinews of heaven, you shouldnt try to leech off your juniors. Stop joking! If its about age, then Elise or Andrea should Cheon Yuseong was cut off midway by Jinhyuk. Foreigners are excluded. They dont even know what Confucianism or filial piety is. Confucianism, is that something to eat? Id prefer something sweet. Im hearing about it for the first time too! Elise and Andrea shrugged their shoulders. And. Ill eat well. Brother. For the first time, Jinhyuk used honorifics as well. The expression on his face oozed respect for his elders, and that was just a bonus. Cheon Yuseongs face twisted as if he had chewed on dung. He had beenpletely outmaneuvered. But with everyone already expressing gratitude and ready to enjoy the meal, he didnt have the room to back out anymore. And so, they arrived at the Grand Walkerhill Hotel in Gwangjin-gu. A high-ss restaurant where a meal course cost 500,000 won per person. Then various special cuts with 50% marbling began toe out one after another. Ohh! What vor is this? Woah Exmations popped out of everyones mouths. Elise and Andrea, in particr, chewed mouthfuls of the expensive beef as if they couldnt get enough. Can we maybe file for bankruptcy? Cheon Yuseongs voice quivered thinly. With the addition of Yu Yeonhwa and Lee Taemin, the price had skyrocketed beyond affordability. After they had filled their stomachs, the serious conversation began. The existence of the upper stratum, the Left Protect Law, and all the possible events that could happen were discussed, along with a variety of other topics. Of course, Jinhyuk glossed over the existence of the hidden quest and several important pieces of information. He packaged the fact that the beings from the top woulde down as something he had heard from his master. So that happened in the Heavenly Demon Sect. Does that mean, the guys from the upper stratum wille down soon? Probably. Exactly which floor theylle down to, or whether theyll jump out of the Tower, we cant avoid hell wherever it happens. Its not about winning a fight, but It means to think only of surviving. It was a regrettable reality, but at this level, there was no way to fight them. Even the Jin Tribe or the Demon Kings, and even the Deities, couldnt win against the beings from the 50th floor. Even if I have grown to a blindingly solitary level, my current state is still likely to be too much. It took over three years just to break through a singleyer of the 50th floor in the past. So, with just over level 100, it wouldnt be easy to even inflict a scratch. Therefore, the best option is not an option; a second best option must be considered. It would be great if the orthodox factions could support us a bit Those masters might be able to take on at least the lowest soldiers. What do you think? Can you persuade them? Its impossible. The martial alliance is preparing for a war with the empire. To contend for the middle stratum domain that was not settled in a previous conflict, the martial alliance is exerting all its efforts. Now that the Heavenly Demon Sect might be involved, utter chaosy just beyond sight. This aspect couldnt be neglected either. The Left Protect Law no, that slippery snake Sama Ja was also involved with the vampire n and the Hast family. We may ount for the inside of the Tower, but there must be preparation for outside the Tower. At least, we must prevent the deaths of ordinary citizens. Noticing Jinhyuks concerns, Cheon Yuseong added another word. If youre truly worried, how about talking to the major guilds? Theyll be able to help. Hmm. Its not like I havent considered it, but if I suddenly appeared and told them the world might end so they must believe me unconditionally they might not believe me since Ive stripped the major guilds several times before. True, your image isnt exactly the best. Even I would have doubted first. With no hint of hesitation, Cheon Yuseong nodded. Hey, if you agree that quickly, it hurts. Ive given plenty of help, you know. How about Ms. Teresa then? Unlike you, she has a good image and high recognition? Ms. Teresa is. Teresa had good recognition, but since she left the union of the seven major guilds, she had no real voice. Asking for help would only be a hassle. Elder Yu Cheonyoung was alsorgely uninvolved with climbing the Tower. We need someone who can broadcast this event significantly, someone with a certain level of influence and credibility to make preparations. Such a person is necessary. First, lets start with what each of us can do. Taemin, Ill give you some key points, so use the Machine Lord to prepare for defensive positions. Yeonhwa, gather as many people as you can to support Taemin. Okay, hyung. Yep, oppa. Ill even talk to Grandfather about it. For the rest, I will give you a list of things I need you to do. Finish them within a week. If each of you has a better n in mind, feel free to take initiative and change the priorities. All preparations must be finished during the remaining period. To raise our chances of survival by even 1%. At the same time. At the Samurai Guild headquarters in Japan. Ha! Ha, ha Takeshi suddenly bolted upright from his bed. His whole body was drenched in sweat, and his breathing was wildly erratic. As if he had suffered a long and terrifying nightmare, his whole body shivered uncontrobly. This cant be Though he hadnt used it, his Half-Seer Vision activated on its own. This was the first time it happened since he got his unique talent. Given the vividness of the images burned into his brain, there was no doubt about the truth. It meant an improvement in his ability. But there was no joy or exultation on Takeshis face. Ashes, fire, and death. The copsing buildings and mountains of corpses were thest scenes boding apocalypse. He had to alert someone immediately. Whether to the Japanese government, to the World Awakeners Association, the Samurai Guild, or the heads of other major guilds. Somehow, this truth had to bemunicated. But. Even if I let everyone know, what would change? Who could possibly stop that? Its impossible. Even if the entire world came together, it couldnt be stopped. This is beyond that level. Like a natural disaster, one can only bow ones head and pray to avoid it personally. Right then. Someone crossed Takeshis mind. The deity Kang Jinhyuk. An absolute being who had shown overwhelming majesty while assuming the form of a yer. If it were him Perhaps he could resolve this matter. Its possible. With him, for sure. The problem was that its presumptuous to ask him for help with a difficult problem for humanity without offering the least bit of courtesy. Demanding one-sided aid could provoke another disaster. I should tell the guild to collect everything valuable. What did we have? There must be a few things that would please him. Relics, coins, magic stones. Nothing was too precious to hold back. And. Abat squadron must be assembled from across the world to back him up. If so, perhaps his mistake could be forgiven. Takeshi did not take long to decide. He immediately took out his cell phone. Ring After a few rings, Click! What is it? Samurai Guild Master Yoshio answered the call. I need all the guild rankers and set up a video conference with the chairman of the Japan Awakeners Association right now. Could it be Yes. Ive seen something in my Future Vision. There is no time to waste. Understood. Ill start making calls immediately. The conversation moved swiftly forward. The prophecy from a ranker able to see the future. At the news that an unimaginable catastrophe was approaching, the entire world was turned upside down. -Kkomanee: There they go, overreacting again. Why is everyone freaking out over some soothsayers dream? -jsh3: Really though. Are they all hooked by a single statement meant to instigate panic to make money? -white: No way. That ranker Takeshi, I know him and hes gotten quite a few predictions right. -kc27: Yeah, remember? Three months ago, during the Japan-US joint raid, his prophecy saved the whole team from total annihtion. It was almost uncanny. -Emperor of Shurima: Considering the governments and major guilds are all stirred up, it doesnt seem to be empty talk. -Kringnya: So, does this mean we might all actually die? -Yerumina: Surely, there must be some way. -Haenaeng: Dont worry too much, everyone. There are so many yers, itll be enough. Probably. Concerns grew slightly louder. On the surface, there wereforting words to each other, but anxiety was growing in their hearts. Then. A familiar name popped out of Takeshis mouth during the broadcast announcement. We have agreed to mobilize all resources and personnel to support the S-ss yer Mr. Kang Jinhyuk. With his permission, we are ready to act immediately. -ksb: Kang Jinhyuk? The Kang Jinhyuk I know? -BsIam: Wow. Thats right, theres Kang Jinhyuk! -Mujin: ^^ -JustTrustMe: And if all the top rankers from around the worlde together, it might be worth a try? -fore: Gathering around Kang Jinhyuk, huh. -YJH: Its heartwarming. -Mystery: [Breaking News] The masters and vice masters of the major guilds soon to introduce everyone on Vytube and announce an interview. -Richa: Its real. Unbelievable. This might be the biggest raid ever, right? -FilialHand: Not only the rankers but also that number of yers. It seems thrilling. Shouldnt the Unknown join in too? I havent seen much activity recently, but hell surelye, right? -JeLuce: Nordics are also preparing top-grade mystical artifacts, Ive heard. This really might be worth getting excited over. I did well to save him back then. Jinhyuk nodded slightly as he watched Takeshis actions and the Tower of Trialsmunity. He had thought that the Half-Seer Vision would be helpful someday, but it proved its worth even more splendidly than expected. Now, the rush of support pledges from various guilds threatened to overwhelm his personal messages. Just then. Master, I have exchanged the Yacha item set that you asked for. You can check the items in your personal spatial inventory. But are you really okay with that? That weapon is Rick asked incredulously. He had observed Jinhyuks battles to date, but he had never seen him use this kind of weapon. Once upon a time It was my most beloved weapon. Anyway, thank you. I should thank you for the great deal. There was someone who really wanted items rted to Yacha. Oh! And Ahem! Ahem! Rick cleared his throat. He was about to address the most sensitive part of the deal C the fees. How much will it be? Include the cost of the transaction andbor, and it will be 2.5 million coins. Hmm. 2.5 million coins Though he appreciated the exchange for the necessary items, it seemed too much to give that many coins for services. Instead of that, why dont you have a simple bet with me? Jinhyuk smiled lightly. Chapter 288: Senior Manager Chapter 288: Senior Manager Chapter 288. Senior Manager A bet, you say? Youre proposing a wager involving a fee? Its no fun if we only wager the fee. How about we add a little more to the stakes? If I lose, Ill pay double the fee. And Ill also answer one question of yours, Mr. Rick. Hmm. Now thats quite interesting. A smirk curled up on Ricks lips. To a worn and weary middle manager, any anomaly was always a source of amusement. Especially if it rted to the yer he was most keenly observingit was the perfect entertainment, fee aside. There was no end to the questions he had. For instance, why did the yer rece the set item obtained from defeating one of the strongest boss monsters in the middleyers, the Yaksha, with an unfamiliar weapon? How could a yer ascending the Tower for the first time know more than the residents themselves? And the most curious of all: how would the yer ovee the imminent crisis he was about to face? Rick didnt ponder for long. What kind of bet are we talking about? Rick epted the proposition. Ill open a gate here, and all you have to do is guess where it leads. If you lose, you will exempt me from transaction fees for life. Ha ha ha. You must be joking. You think theres a gate I dont know about? Thats why Im suggesting we bet. Jinhyuk gave a sly smile. Provoking curiosity with a little challenge was an added bonus. Very well. Since youre offering such a generous donation to Rick Hennessy, Ill dly ept double the fee. Rick nodded agreement. Immediately after, a gate with a greenish hue closer to blue appeared before them. This is? Ricks pupils quivered. It was naturally something he couldntprehend. Even those who had seen the peak of the Tower in the past couldnt have known such a thing existed. And how could Rick, a mere middle manager no matter how shrewd or well-informed, recognize it? Purple runes outlined in ck began to emerge. This was a gate leading to the chamber of a senior manager. The Shadow Gate. Wooooong! Only after the gate fully opened did Rick realize where it led. Thank you sincerely for waiving the transaction fee. Mr. Jinhyuk who exactly are you? Rick stuttered, but soon let out a rueful chuckle. It seems I was the one overlooking things. And here I was, betting against you, Mr. Jinhyuk, of all people. Truly, an interesting yer. Probably, even in front of them, he wouldnt be intimidated. In fact, it might well be the senior managers who ended up on the back foot. Please, I hope youll negotiate well. For those who ascend the Tower. Rick took off his bowler hat and bowed deeply. Ill be back. Jinhyuk stepped through. Clip-clop As he passed through the shimmering surface, the entirendscape before his eyes had transformed. Barren tree branches, piled snow, and a small cabin at the center of the forest appeared. It was a ce that reminded one of the Nordic region. [You have entered the domain of senior manager Vendivia.] I thought I might be dealing with dragons or something, but it looks rather ordinary from the outside. Jinhyuk surveyed the surroundings slowly. This was his first time here. He never imagined he would one day visit the abode of one of the senior managers. Thump! Thump! Thump! His heart pounded rapidly. Approaching the door, every sense was on high alert, his body primed to spring into action at any moment. A senior manager and yet, no trace of magic power? It wasnt that there was no magic power. Like humans cant hear ultrasonic waves, the overwhelming magic was simply impalpable. Just then: Come in. The doors open. A thin voice echoed from within the cabin. So far, not a bad start. At least there was no immediate attack for barging into someones private quarters. Thud! Jinhyuk opened the door and stepped inside. Whoosh A wave of heat hit him. Inside the log cabin, warmed by an open fire, sat a female elf with striking ck skin. A dark elf. Specifically, one considered the progenitor of dark elves. Phew, I was just wandering around and got lost, so its good to warm up by the fire. I nearly froze to death out there. Hah always with the cheek. And what, should I offer you a steaming hot soup and a nket next? Hmm? I wasnt exactly asking for that, but if you insist, Id like some cream soup with sausage sliced as thick as my thumb and peas, and a nket made of doe fur, please. I have baby-soft skin, so it has to be from a doe, not a buck. Jinhyuksment seemed to momentarily sour Vendivias expression. However, it was only for an instant. They told me one of the middle managers had a troublesome yer to deal with. It looks like youre the one. Damn. Quite the annoying fellow indeed. Vendivia clucked her tongue, then began pouring wine into a sspractically overflowing it. Enough of the nonsense. Why out of all senior managers did you pick me? Just tell me without beating around the bush. I have no patience for draggy probing. Shadow Gates operate on a targeted invitation system. That is, one chooses the desired senior manager and the gate leads directly to them. The moment the gate was activated, seven managers had appeared before Jinhyuk. And from among them, he chose the dark elf Vendivia. He had to handle this first question carefully. Senior managers were notorious for their capriciousness. Theres no particr reason. The only information given about senior managers is their name and race. So I thought it best to converse with the most rational race, the dark elves. I doubted Ms. Vendivia would coddle me just because were on the same side. Coddle? What do you mean by that? Dont you know? One among you has crossed the line. And crossed it quite severely, for that matter. The wine swirling ceased abruptly. An expression of someone who hadnt anticipated this level of knowledge. If a manager colludes with a particr faction, that, to me, disqualifies them from being a manager, doesnt it? What do you want? Spit it out. No beating around the bush. Ill make it so that the managers can fully perform their roles. So please, lend me your aid. Managers fulfilling their roles Such pointed words hit hard. It was as much a statement that Vendivia too was failing as a manager if she didnt help. How arrogant. To question our roles, and youre merely a yer. Vendivias sharp fangs shed as she spoke. For a moment, the cabin seemed to lose all its warmth. When a senior manager revealed her killing intent within her domain outside the stairwell, it was natural to feel a bone-chilling cold. But the oppressive atmosphere didntst long. I like your boldness, though. Vendivia stood up. By nature, we dont interfere with what happens in the Tower. That said, we only stand back when things take their natural course. Does that mean youll help? Help you give me too much credit. The entity trying to escape the rift right now isnt something even senior managers can handle. We can only forcibly keep them contained within one level of the Tower. So if that thing does burst out, we have no choice but to leave it be until the appointed time. Of course. Thats why the system gave only the quest to survive. However. There is a way. If certain conditions are met, we might be able to buy the time Ms. Vendivia mentioned. He had faced a simr situation before. He had endured an excruciatingly tough time then, but He had survived. Survived and moved on to the . You speak with such certainty because you havent experienced it. Or, how is it possible for you to remain soposed? Usually, when faced with the impossible, humans react with outrage or despairits human nature, isnt it? The Tower can be unreasonably harsh and unfriendly, true. But it never presents us with the impossible. You are indeed a unique human. Not a single one of the residents who have ascended the Tower thought like that before Then, may I hear why you think so? The final question. Jinhyuk slowly began to speak. The Tower wishes for someone to reach the summit more than anyone else. To arrive at the end of this world. He wasnt sure if this was the right answer. Nor could he tell if it pleased Vendivia. So he spoke calmly, with sincere conviction. For that was truly what he believed. A one-day clear of the 16th floor. ! Why the surprise? If youre as confident as you say, defeat the boss on the 16th floor within a day. If you do, youll get this as promised. From Vendivias possession emerged a jewel that emitted a mystical light. The Soul Stone of Yearning. A special item capable of inflicting damage on the soul. Judging by its size, it was of intermediate ss. Meaning enough to withstand frenzied battle for at least a few hours. You need this, right? For that new weapon youre carrying? [Senior Manager Vendivias Qualification Test] Objective: Defeat the boss monster of the 16th floor on your own and unlock the path to the 17th floor. Condition: Solo y (limited to boss defeat) / 23h:59m:59s Reward: Soul Stone of Yearning (4h) A status window appeared in front of him. The first gate to survival against the Left Arm of Destruction had opened. One day. Understood. Jinhyuk epted the quest. Before leaving the cabin, Vendivia added: Ive seen countless climbers over the years. Empires, martial worlds, divine beings from each mythology, spirits of the elemental kingdom, demonkin, celestials All confident they would see the summit of the Tower. And I was looking forward to it, thinking that someone, some force, could make it. Her voice carried a bitter note. But as you can see, all those forces and rankers have failed to reach the summit. Now theyre simply fixated on iming and expanding their own territories. Thats why. The managers themselvespromised between ideals and reality. Now, instead of hope, they lived the same life over and over, bound by the contract with the system. However, perhaps you might be different. The conversation ended there. The Trial Towers 16th floor was entirely a massive tropical rainforest region. Despite being one of the smallest in the 50-story Tower, it was fraught with carnivorous nts, insectile monstrosities, and the hot, humid environment C all threatening the survival of the yers. As such, wandering for days on end often wasnt enough to reach the boss monster of the 16th floor. But. To think theres a challenger. Jinhyuk looked toward the entrance of the ruins. Signs of a sizable group entering the boss-studded interior were evident. Around twenty people, perhaps. Outside the ruins, a g emzoned with a giant rock golem, the symbol of the Titan Guild, stood firmly nteda deration that until their raid failed, entry by other guilds was forbidden. Engrossed with the empires and martial worlds of the middle floors since clearing the 15th floor, he had overlooked this news. At least they werent justzing around. If theyd made it this far, they must have assembled a formidable raid party. Of course, formidable wouldnt suffice for reaching the end of the ruins. They might handle the mid-level named monsters, but the boss would likely be too much. I have to defeat the boss alone, so I better hurry. Just then. Kii-rik! Sssht, sssht! The screeching of metal heralded the arrival of a massive snake and spider. Did they just roam around the ruins? Drooling as they approached, they seemed disinclined to let him pass without a fight. Timing couldnt be better. Hed been looking for something to get his hands warmed up, so it was time to approach this like a practice game. Jinhyuk activated his Aether Inventory. Its been a while since Ive used these, so the finish might not be very clean. I have a feeling the control wont be easy. Beyond the fluctuating portal, instead of his usual weapon, a quite distinctive one appeared. Click-ck! Click-ck! Strange-looking dual guns were loaded. Chapter 289: Rapid-fire Ranker (1) Chapter 289: Rapid-fire Ranker (1) In the Tower of Trials, numerous weapons exist. Swords, knives, spears, bows, blunt weapons and various magical tools, to the holy relics. There was truly a wide array of armaments. Among them, there were two weapons that were notorious for being particrly challenging. The first one was firearms. In fact, among the many yers, only a handful primarily used firearms. The reason was simple. Ordinary bullets did not affect demonic beasts, thus only magic-infused bullets could be used. However, these magic bullets were not only very expensive, but also took time to reloadwhich was another disadvantage. Of course, thanks to the gamers in Korea who came up with a method to synthesize magic power in their bodies to create magic bullets, this method briefly became popr. But, due to the incrediblyplicated process of magic synthesis, the trend didntst long. And secondly, there was the type of flexible sword known as the snake belly sword. Unpredictable trajectories. Dangerous enough to injure even the user. Only a few martial artists could properly wield it; it was not a weapon meant for ordinary yers. Most were tempted by its style, only to be more often cut by their own weapon than by demonic beasts. However, there was a ranker who insisted on using these weapons that others shuddered to choose. Step by step. His main weapons were a pair of pistols in both hands, and the supplementary weapon was a snake belly sword at his waist. Jinhyuk walked towards two demonic beasts. Kieeeeee! From the spiders gaping maw, a green liquid spurted out. The acidic substance spread with a sour stench, scouring the area. Hisssss! By the time the green acid had started to dissolve the ground, Jinhyuk was already gone. Kie? He reappeared under the spiders thorax. Bang! A red sh burst from the pistol. [The special effect Precision Shooting of the blue-graded Kruger (pistol-type) has been unlocked.] [Effect: If an attack is made with the same force on the same spot, a critical hit is guaranteed with a 100% chance. (Margin of error 0.015%)] A condition that required extreme acrobatics. Kruger had a reputation as a weapon more for show than actualbat. Of course, such conditions were negligible for Jinhyuk. Moreover, Rick had specially enhanced it to a blue grade, so the weapons base damage itself exceeded 10,000. Thud! The bright red beam that pierced through the tough hide soared out the other side. Kieeeeee! Even with part of its body gone, the spider immediately swung its forelimb. Against injuries of this caliber, insect-type monsters can continue attacking unless theyrepletely incapacitated. As the sharp w flew towards him, its trajectory was redirected by the des attached to his pistols. Almost simultaneously. The muzzle was now pressed directly beneath the spiders jaw. Thump! This time, the shpletely shattered the spiders head. Huuu. Jinhyuk steadied his breath. Squirming. The magic power erupted from his heart, traveling through his fingertips into the pistols. [Ice Bullets () areplete!] [me Bullets (揗) areplete!] Internal magic synthesis. Two types of elemental bullets were created instantly. Just then. Vrooooooom! A sharp tail whizzed past Jinhyuks face. A movement too fast for its bulk. Human melt consume. Sharp teeth reminiscent of des dripped with a clear fluid. Usually with a brain, youd run away first, but I guess thats why youre guarding this ce with such aggression. One in each hand. The pistols simultaneously fired. Fwoooosh! Thebination of fire and ice created a dense cloud of steam. How can such deception allow escape. The cobra, obscured by the mist, instinctively stretched out its tongue to sense body heat. Although the sudden and bright shes were powerful, with its characteristic flexible movements, the cobra was sure it could evade. If it could strike with its fangs and inject venom in between It was possible. Just need to avoid ten times Surely, it resembled one of themon weapons humans used called arrows. A fatal weakness with a gap existing between attacks. Exploiting that was not too difficult. The cobra was determined not to make the same mistake as the foolish spider. Swish swish swish! The cobras body glided over the ground. Plop! Bullets embedding in the earth. One shot. Thwack! Thwack! Thw-thw-thwack! Two shots. Three shots six shots twelve shots. This is the end! But. Thwack! The gunfire didnt stop. A brighter, more distinct light than before began to rain down through the steam. What is? Countless bullets reflected in the yellow pupil. Ill just tell you one thing since you seem to have some intelligence. The reason even a strange and disadvantageous weapon could reach the pinnacle of power. It wasnt just because of the ability to create various elemental bullets. Not even because of the ability to maximize pration by finding weaknesses. There are no dys with me. Rapid-fire. Converting magic into bullets and firing them took less than a second. That was indeed the same ability that even the legendary Sword Saint, Chun Yuseongjo, struggled against in the past. Kwakwakwa! All critical hits. The beams pierced through the scales, like thorns. Then. [ck Cobra uses Lv18 Molting!] Right before bing a pincushion, the cobra shed its skin and attempted to flee. Intelligent, it knew when to give up quickly. It may seem cowardly, but its smart battlefield evaluation. However, Jinhyuk had no intention of letting the retreating creature go. Zzzt zzzzt zzzt! He drew a long sword from his waist instead of his pistols. [The snake belly sword Red Scale awakens!] As magic infused the seemingly ordinary long sword, it rapidly split and elongated. The des leaving afterimages as they swept across the ground, reminiscent of a single serpent. A snake chasing a snake. Dirt and rock were cleaved, quickly catching up to the cobra. Just a sword think you can catch me with that?! The cobra took a sharp turn. True to the nature of the serpent, the motion was surprisingly fluid. But at that moment. Zzt! The snake belly sword also changed its path. A living, breathing movement. Even more serpentine than an actual serpent, a change in direction ensued. With that, it was finished. Before it could react or dodge, dozens of des encircled the entire body of the cobra. Now you wont be able to molt. Red blood seeped from the sliced scales. A single eye movement would signal a swift disassembly. What kind of its impossible Forget that. Answer my question. Among those inside the ruins, is there a winged insect creature? Wha I dont understand what youre saying. Thats not the answer Im looking for. Shsst! Crunch! The snake belly sword dug into the flesh. Aaaahh! The cobra twisted its entire body in anguish. A creature like you guarding the entrance suggests a Named monster has hatched from the cocoon. Is that right or not? Named monsters were capable of granting a small degree of intelligence to the mindlessly following monsters. This creature too mustve had intelligence injected by that bug. Yeah, its true! True! Just as suspected. The crucial point now was how long itd been since it hatched How many days since it hatched? Six its been six days! Six days meant it already had full flying capabilities. But since a week had not yet passed, it likely hadnt developed the ability to hypnotize using dust. One more reason to hurry now emerged. Your information has been very helpful. Thanks. Then undo this hurry. It hurts Sorry, but I cant do that. If it ran away now to alert new enemies, that wouldplicate things. The creatures inside must believe the Titan Guild to be the only invaders. With a light swing of his sword, Jinhyuk ended it. Snap! Crack! The snake belly sword swiftly dissected the cobras body. 1 minute 38 seconds for two Still have a ways to go before Im back in peak condition. Rapid-fire was about 20% off from its peak, and the snake belly sword moved three degrees off its intended trajectory. To take down the boss by today, he needed to regain a bit more feeling. But even so, Its a good feeling. Pistols and the flexible sword. These were his main weapons that hed be so ustomed to after long use. He tried to avoid using them for the climb, keeping them hidden, but now that he did, it brought back old feelings and fit in his hands well. Ifbined with his existing skills, they were bound to create tremendous synergy. Anyway, Its time to get moving. If the butterfly-like creature began to stir, there would be a risk of getting dyed. Especially with yers already inside. Wind Domain and Sword Demon Sky Command were initiated simultaneously. Zzt. Jinhyuk vanished from sight. Immediately afterward, a huge gust of wind raced through the ruins with a terrifying velocity. Huff Phew. Phew. Phew. That was almost death. From deep within the ruins, panting and wheezing filled the air. These battered and bruised individuals were from Americasrge guild Titan. Arge man with a battle axe slung over his shoulder cautiously looked around. He was the raid leader ranked Aidan. We havent gotten far and yet were already struggling like this. Through detection spells, the size of the ruins had been measured to be about 15km. Naturally, as they went deeper, they expected to encounter stronger demonic beasts. Yet, without even reaching 1km, the assault team was already fighting fiercely. The further in we go, the harder it will be. Aidan narrowed his eyes. He had anticipated a difficult fight at the location of the boss monster, but thebined army of insects, reptiles, and nts proved to be more than a handful. Information had it that a week ago, the European assault teams did not encounter such difficulty. A discrepancy had arisen between the information and reality. Just then. Aidan, this Are you really nning to continue? Next to Aidan, a woman holding a long staff approached him. It was Mei Ling, an S-rank AoE dealer of Chinese-American descent, with ck hair and soft facial features typical of her heritage noticeable. Youve felt it too, I suppose. Yes. The mana consumption rate of the dealers is too high. Same for the healers. If we continue like this, the front-line tanks wont hold out. Worry and concern seeped from her tone. That may be. But we cant back down here. Weve prepared for over two weeks; retreating now without even trying would tarnish our guilds reputation. Countless new guilds arose daily, many vanished soon, but a few shone brightly rising up. Currently, Titan might dominate the American continent, butcency would inevitably lead to their downfall. Well engage in small scale. Ill take the leading charge by myself. Aidan gripped his battle axe. At the forefront, he would smash everything. Kukukuku! The infusion of mana unleashed a ferocious aura from his entire body. How much time had passed? As the assault team battled on, they paused at a new discovery. Aidan! Mei Ling gestured and called Aidans name. What is it? Look at this. A 4-meter diameter tunnel appeared in the corridor. This is Yes. It leads to the boss. Judging by the pulses of mana, its definitely the shortest route. Turns out there isnt only bad luck here. For the first time since entering the ruins, Aidan smiled widely. Now they could conserve their strength and confront the boss. A weight had been lifted. Are we entering then? Yes. Prepare immediately. Aidan nodded his head. But at that moment. If you go in, youll regret it. A strange voice cut through the ranks of the assault team. Chapter 290: Rapid-Fire Ranker (2) Chapter 290: Rapid-Fire Ranker (2) Chapter 290. Rapid-Fire Ranker (2) You are!? Aidans pupils shook as if hit by an earthquake. He had heard of the name, but he never imagined he would meet the very person in his own raid, where he was in charge. Kang Jinhyuk at your service. Youre with the Titan Guild raid party, right? Jinhyuk introduced himself briefly. That Yes, thats correct. Im the raid leader, Aidan. Wow, wo-wow! Oh, my goodness. Im Mei Ling. Im the main damage dealer in the raid party. Mei Ling too was taken aback, stumbling over her words. She looked as if she couldnt keep still after meeting a famous celebrity, a sight quite memorable. Kang Jinhyuk Thats the Korean ranker, right? Look, Jack. That yer is Kang Jinhyuk. I know. The media is all over him; itd be weird not to know. Even masters of giant guilds take a step back from him, and its true. This is the first time Ive seen Aidan so nervous? The murmurs within the raid party grew louder. What brings you here? Im sure we left a sign at the entrance of the ruins indicating that our guild is currently engaging it. I saw that g, too. However, there are unusual circumstances inside the ruins, necessitating my intervention. Unusual circumstances? Didnt you notice, Mr. Aidan? The demonic creatures inside the ruins are notably difficult to deal with. That I thought something was off, but Caught. The corner of Jinhyuks lips curled upwards. It seems someone has interfered. It doesnt make sense otherwise. Youre saying the Mine mightve pulled some tricks? Aidan quickly pointed to the likely culprits. Who else would have reason to meddle but them? Thats correct. C No, it was a high-level administrator who put it up for a test. Whoever it is, they must be quite malicious and selfish. Theyve increased the difficulty of the boss floor engagement critical for humanitys future for their own gain. C Im the cause, actually. Since he couldnt tell the truth, he decided to shift the me onto the conveniently destroyed Mines hiding somewhere in the Tower. So the Mines are involved in the ruins, causing the anomalies you mentioned. Yes. One wrong move could lead to annihtion. In truth, he was the one who had to catch a boss alone, an already heavy lift. All eyes turned to Aidan. A decision that could lead to the worst oue: a total wipeout. After a moment of contemtion, Aidan made his decision. I see. The difficulty within the ruins has indeed abnormally increased from what we knew. Since you, yer Kang Jinhyuk, have warned of the danger, I cant recklessly persist. Hoo. Look at that. Hes giving up easier than expected? A wise choice But. Aidan added a word. We may not be able to handle the boss, but please let us hunt at least one named monster. Aidan was seeking a pretext. If Titan Guild could be seen contributing by taking down a named monster in the ruins that even top ranker Jinhyuk deemed dangerous It wouldnt be considered a failed raid. Instead, it would be a valuable achievement made in a notably difficult situation. That was the best deal Aidan, taking everything into ount, could offer. I may move around freely, but Ive intruded into someone elses business uninvited. Nowadays, ownership over ruins and dungeons is recognized worldwide. The various guilds had staked ims on numerous dungeons in the Floors, buying and selling these rights. Understood. That should be fine. Jinhyuk nodded. If it were anything but the boss, it would be fine. He also wanted to maintain a friendly rtionship with at least one of the major guilds. With Jinhyuks involvement, the raid partys arrangement was readjusted. Well clear the way to where the named one is. Please conserve your magic, yer Kang Jinhyuk, and use it when it matters. What? No, thats not necessary No, it is. We have to earn our keep. Aidan was stubborn in his words. It was impressive that he wasnt looking for a free ride and took responsibility. Meanwhile. Ha. Whats with all the groveling, Aidan? We could deal with this ourselves. A man with a red tattoo murmured disdainfully, his face showing clear difort. The aura he emitted was by no means beneath Aidan or Mei Ling. Another S-rank. Moreover, a man with an exceptionally unusual type of mana. Watch your mouth. Ive decided on this as the raid leader. Yeah, yeah. Im just saying I dont get why youre being so submissive when its just another S-rank among ourselves. The tattooed man snickered until the end. Sorry about him. This guy just reached S-rank, still hasnt shed his arrogance. Ill give him a stern warningter. No need to worry. Its understandable to be brimming with confidence now that hes ascended to the S-rank. Thank you for understanding. Soon, the raid party began descending along the cave. Mei Ling rushed over, having been watching for an opportunity to strike up a conversation. Although Im far from Kang Jinhyuk yers level, dont worry too much. Our team is one of the main raid parties of Titan Guild used for ruins raids. So when you say one of, does that mean more raid parties areing? Yes. If our vanguard managed to set up a base at the halfway point, three more raid partiesthe main force and the rearguardwould have joined us Although well have to retreat after catching a named this time. Aidan, Mei Ling, and the red-tattooed man at the backthere were already three S-ranks, making the vanguard more than sufficient, perhaps even excessively so. Three more raid parties on top of this The vast number of rankers held by the major guilds struck him anew. Right then. As Mei Ling chattered away, her expression shifted 180 degrees. Everybody get ready! Theyreing! Mei Ling preemptively summoned her magic, extending her staff forward as if her body reacted on its own. Rumble, rumble! Hiss! Screech! Sharp cries echoed down the dark corridor. Powerful mana tingled on the skin. [Mei Ling casts Lv17 Chain Lightning!] Mei Ling invoked her electric spell. At the same time. Ssshh! Hiss! From the walls of the passage, red-shelled bugs scuttled towards them. Seventeen in number, none to be taken lightly. Fzzt-fzzt-fzzz! Static crackled, and sparks flew. Boom! The lightning struck one bug and jumped to the next, a tremendously powerful electric spell with the potential to char their insides ck Hiss! Screech! The bugs only slowed momentarily, then continued their relentless advance. How can this!? Mei Ling muttered in disbelief. But within Jinhyuks sight, bestowed by Eyes of Gluttony, the truth was visible: The charred flesh was regenerating at an exceptional pace. Prepare the next cast! Well hold them off in the meantime! It was the tankers turn. [Aidan activates his unique ability Vanguards Pledge!] [Physical and Magical Defense increase by 100% for 3 minutes!] [Monster aggro focuses on the tanking line!] Aidan mmed his battle-axe against the ground. Boom! The bugs, which initially targeted Mei Ling and the other damage dealers, abruptly turned and dashed towards Aidan and the tanks. Sharp ws shed with colossal shields and heavy maces. Keep the aggro in check! Heal! Keep the cycle, dont stop, hurry! An intense battle ensued. A moment of distraction could mean death. Measured tandem movements and dazzling area-of-effect (AoE) damage unfolded. Particrly, the way Mei Ling tied up over ten bugs for Aidan to crush with his battle-ax was a sight that inherently elicited admiration. But then This will take all day at this rate. To Jinhyuk, everything seemed too slow. It wasnt that the Titan Guilds rankerscked S-rank prowess. But in terms of efficiency Their method was painfully inadequate. Against foes with regenerative abilities, precision strikes were needed, not AoE damage. And it seemed they were too used to fighting strong opponents Even an S-rank appeared underwhelming. If I put my mind to it Jinhyuk moved. We are more than sufficient on our Aidan hurriedly interjected. They had already gained the upper hand. A little more pressure, and they would break through. Its okay. We dont have the luxury of time. Unbeknownst to the rest of the raid party,rger and more powerful swarms of bugs were en route along the passageway. And at their end was the named monster, disguised as a butterfly. Jinhyuk retrieved the Kruegers from beyond the fluctuating veil of space. Two pistols, shining with a silvery glow, slid smoothly into his hands. A gun? Kang Jinhyuk yers weapon is a gun? Mei Lings eyes widened in shock. Everyone assumed he would wield a sword, but out came an entirely different weaponand of all things, firearms, which were ranked among the worst in the Tower of Trials. Haha! That exins it, using such a thing while iming to be the strongest ranker. The strongest, my foot! The tattooed man scoffed. And that scoff. Uh? Uh-oh? Turned into astonishment at the unfolding scene. Ratatatatata! Bullets rained down. Generating ammunition through internal attribute transformation. Infusing Blessing of the Stars and Daylight to fortify the bullets. Streaks of pure white light embroidered the air. One bug per second. Even as they had previously recovered from relentless firepower in an instant, the bugs were now obliterated without a chance to utter a peep. Guns can be used for closebat? There was no other word for it than perfect. Destructive power and precision. Coupled with speed that eluded the naked eye as Jinhyuk weaved between the bugs, utilizing the des attached to his guns for closebat. It took less than 30 seconds for the bugs to be wiped out. Considering that the entire raid party had struggled for over 5 minutes, it was an inconceivable result. Oh my goodness S-ranks have levels, it seems. Its more than just a difference in level. Hes a monster. Just one person joining, and hunting bes this easy. This is a real jackpot, isnt it? Morale among the raid party soared. Of course, not everyone felt the same. Damn it. Its only normal for a closebat ss to do at least that much. Whats all the fuss about? Hey. Go collect the mana crystals. The pack mules will have trouble getting here, so hurry up! The tattooed man vented his frustration on an unfortunate target. Um? Yes. Yes! Okay. A female yer of the lowest rank flustered, beginning to search through the corpses. As someone once said, out of every twenty people gathered, theres always one oddball. Stop that. We dont have time to collect mana crystals one by one. Huh? The woman, straining to extract mana crystals from the corpses, paused at Jinhyuks intervention. In a short while, more bugs will swarm us. This time, theyll be more numerous and more powerful. How could that be Dont panic and just keep collecting. Even if the bugse, Ill handle them alone as one of the noble sses. Alone? You, by yourself? Yes. Mark my words. Johannson, the spirit summoner, only two in the Titan Guild. Thats my name. Ho. That overflowing confidence wasnt without reason. Having advanced to one of the rarest hidden sses in the world, his pride was understandably sky-high. Behold! This is my spirit. Johannson infused his mana. And then. A small smander-like spirit materialized. Squeak! Little mes danced on its forked tongue. A fire spirit. Ha ha ha. At least your eyes arent as tiny as buttonholes. A fire spirit, huh? A smirk. Cute. Smander. Jinhyuk murmured softly to the air. Chapter 291: The Black Goats (1) Chapter 291: The ck Goats (1) Smander. At Jinhyuks call, Wooong! A dimensional space opened up. Soon after, a fire lizard that was muchrger than the spirit beast Johannson had summoned appeared. The gloss flowing along its scales. Sharp fangs and luscious mes. Kaooh! Master! I have arrived! Whats going on? mes roared high. Right. Just called you to see something. There, can you make that ze even stronger? Yeah. Make it burn fiercely. A mid-tier no, with that size, its closer to upper-tier spirit beast? Johannsons eyes dted with shock. What kind of melee fighter summons an upper-tier spirit beast? It was beyond belief. Even existing spirit magicians struggled just to maintain lower-tier spirit beaststhat was the reality. But the shock was only momentary. Kuk! Stop joking around. I can handle more than just one spirit beast. Johannson focused his magical power once more. Wooong! This time, a water spirit emerged together with a bright light. Did you call for me? A female-formed spirit bowed politely with both hands together. A spirit magician capable of controlling two spirit beasts. This would be enough to prove his greatness. However, Undine. Come out for a moment too, As Jinhyuk spoke, the situation began to change peculiarly. Johannsons spirit beast flinched and gingerly lifted its water-made skirt. I-it is an honor to meet you, the great water spirit. You know me? Ive seen you once in the spirit realm. Of course, you wouldnt remember since I only watched from afar. Its truly an honor to meet you. Oh well. Undine nodded. What brings you here? What else, Ive been captured by a terrible demon. If I donte out when Im called, hell awaits me. Undine bit into candy made of water. Steam trailed long from her mouth. Ha Dont live like my sister. Find a good master and walk the flower path. Every day is hard. It must be very difficult for you. Yeah, could this be what they call life? The water candy tastes rather bitter today. A long sigh seemed weathered by the harshness of time. No, you guys what on earth Johannsons lips trembled violently. Its only when a spirit shows reverence to another spirit, and its a much higher rank. In other words, It means the opposing spirits magic is far superior. What is happening right nooooow! A cry close to a scream echoed. *** About an hourter. . Johannson, who had been full of himself, hadpletely lost his spirit. During the subsequent battle against the bugs in the passage, he painfully realized how weak his spirit beasts were. -Ah, just two spirits, and thats it? Both lower-tier? I see. -Haha. Of course, being a spirit magician is just a hobby, right? Not the main job? -Oh my, your main job? Wow. Despite the hard times, looks like even the unemployed are being hired at the Titan guild. Even if spirit magicians are rare, this is a bit much. -Could it be that you have a hold over the guild master of Titan? Maybe hiding a video or something. Or having taken photos of secret ledgers. -Its just a joke. Dont give me that look. Im itching to p you, honestly. Anyway, its actually really great you became a spirit magician. Otherwise, you wouldve had to run around on floor 1 goblin raids. Jinhyuk ostentatiously summoned all five of his spirit beasts. Watching the bug pests being taken care of with previously rehearsed poses of the spirit special forces andbined techniques simply drew awe. It was hardly conceivable how rigorous their training must have been to achieve this. Do you also have something like a trump card? Oh, maybe not since its just two. I have, I do have a trump card Ah. Right, your spirit magic itself must be the trump card. Lulling the opponent into carelessness thinking this is all you got. Enough to make your allies clutch their necks and copse from high blood pressure. Jinhyuk grinned. Master. That guy over there is crying. A gnome with the shape of a small golem pointed at Johannson. If you guys y and lounge around all day, youll grow up and end up contracting with someone like that. No way. Such a weak master. Right. His magical power is so weak, it feels like a burden to even be in this realm. I would rather bite my tongue and die. We will train more diligently, Master! Quiet down everyone. My head hurts. The spirits unanimously came together to praise Jinhyuk. Though their natures were rowdy, a contractor with sufficient magical power was much more reliable. On the other hand, Johannson, who had to listen to all this in person, felt every second like hell. Humiliation and disgrace. Beyond that, his dignity as a human felt like it was reduced to a cockroachs hind leg. You are really mean. Aidan forced a smile. It was supposed to be a reminder to an overconfident neer that the world was not easy. But the lesson had been shockingly harsh. To the point of even breaking his will to live. Ha Damn stagnant water, damn talented bastards. Die, all of you. Please just die. Die. Die. Muttering to himself, Johannson walked from the back of the raid group The psychological damage was severe, it seemed. Maybe it was a bit much? As if. He had to nt PTSD deep in their bones so they would never dare to rise again. Looking at those spirit beasts, they seem to take a liking to my Undine and Smander, so might as well break the contracts now and recruit some new ves. Once theyve shown their teeth, you have to press them down so that they never dare againthats the principle. And thats when it happened. Ding! A notification rang out, a little different from usual. Not the personal status window. A status window appeared in front of all the Titan guild yers present in that hallway. [A partial breach has urred in the system.] [Communication with the outside has been established.] [Conditions have been met.] [Something indescribable manifests!] The reddish status window was iparable to anything seen before. Chilling. The air seemed to freeze. Could this mean. In this ce, only Jinhyuk knew exactly what it meant. At the same time. [A message has arrived from yer Cheon Yooseong.] [A message has arrived from yer Theresa.] [A message has arrived from resident Andria.] An avnche of messages filled his view. It has begun. Much faster than expected. yer Kang Jinhyuk, what on earth is going on? Aidan asked urgently. He, too, was in the midst of receiving a barrage of messages from the main group of the guild. We have there should still be a week left ording to the prophet from Japan Yes, thats what Takeshi had said. However, Takeshis prophecy meant that the main body of the ck Goat woulde down a weekter. He must not have foreseen the vanguard-like minionsing beforehand. Its a little dangerous this time. Jinhyuks heart began to beat rapidly. *** Same old repetitive days, wheels spinning in a loop. In a way, life had been boring and nd. Yet, seeking stimtion was human nature, after all. But. All of that copsed at this moment. Wooong! Wooong! Cracks simultaneously erupted both inside and outside the tower. ck smoke streamed out from beneath the fluctuating surface. 5th floor of the Trial Tower. The Arena. The border region between the martial world and the empire. Including the United States, France, China, Australia, and Korea. A total of seven gates at their entrances trembled violently, as if something would burst out any moment. Everyone in the tower from the fighting guilds, gather at Daejeon. Yes, Daejeon! To Daejeon! Kim Gitae of the Fight Guild screamed like a madman. Han Sangjin, the chairman of the Korean Awakened Association, along with rankers from otherrge guilds, moved quickly. Please gather the necessary people. Alert the police and the military to initiate citizen evacuation procedures. And whats the status on the international support? Its chaotic over there, too. Cant get in touch because everyones dealing with the gates in their own countries! Theres no support. Realizing this, the atmosphere among the employees at the Awakened Association became tense. Though it wasnt a direct measurement, just a wide-area scan, The magical power at the gate that appeared in Korea was far beyond measurable ranges. And thats when. Japan! The Samurai Guild has promised support! One of themunications officers shouted urgently. Japan? Yes. A ranker named Takeshi, who predicted this event, had received great help from our Kang Jinhyuk yer. He said hed send support immediately and asked us to hold on a little longer. Kang Jinhyuk. Again, a person who owed a debt of gratitude to that yer appeared. Gratitude and self-mockery spread deep across Han Sangjins face. Even as the head of the Korean Awakened Association, he felt the shame of being inferior in influence to a single yer, and During this crisis, having that reliable yer by their side filled him with pride. Where is Kang Jinhyuk now? Its confirmed he has entered the 16th floor. Keep looking. Its the highest priority. If there was anyone who could resolve this situation There was only one person. Han Sangjin sped his hands. They trembled as they pressed together. As such, The situation raced against every minute and second. The Samurai Guild of Japan moved to help South Korea. The Gandhara Guild of India moved to help China. While they usually acted in their own interests, when an insurmountable enemy emerged, everyone united their strength. Under the name of humanity. And because, If the front line fell, they would be the next. *** The current location of the gate that appeared in Korea is the center of Daejeon over Gapcheon. Above the flowing river, an incredibly huge gate hovered. Is this a dream? Why is there such a thing here? What on earth Regr citizens gazed nkly at the water. With such an unreal sight, time seemed to have stopped. Dont just stand and watch, move away. You there! Were running out of time, hurry! Please move swiftly. Make room for the guilds, leave vehicles aside, and board the military buses. Police and soldiers controlled the roads. yers from guilds continued to gather as well. Hyung, have you seen something like that? A fighter from the martial arts world gulped down dry saliva as he looked at the gate. Damn it. I thought Id had my fair share of the Trial Tower over the past year, but this is a whole different dimension. Not just the size of the gate but even from this distance, the magical power is suffocating. How are we supposed to stop that, haha Ha We have to buy time. Until stronger rankerse. That was the best they could do. With barely 100 people gathered, they had no chance against whatever came out of there. And then. Wooooo With a bizarre wailing sound, An outrageous something began to emerge from the cracks. Theyreing! Damn. Civilians havent fully evacuated yet! Form up! Damn it, we have to hold on! Kukukuku! Ripples spread slowly as the gate openedpletely. A giant lifeform in the shape of a ck goat appeared. And the moment they faced it. Aaaahh! Aaahh! Screams of terror burst from the throats of the yers. Chapter 292: The Black Goats (2) Chapter 292: The ck Goats (2) From beyond the Gate, an indistinct form burst forth. Gigantic ck branches. Numerous mouths and teeth attached to it. And then. From the liquid dripping from the teeth, goat-like figures asrge as dozens of meters appeared. They were the spectral soldiers of Shub Niggurath. There were only five of them, but it was impossible to gauge how formidable the mana each one possessed. Screaaam! Arrghhh! The mere sight was enough to drive ones mind to madness. The tether of reason snapped, and the cells within screamed out. Grrrrr. Magic-oriented yers managed to withstand it somehow, but their will to fight had long since vanished. What kind of monster is that. Its impossible for us. to stop them. Stall for time until stronger rankers arrive? How arrogant that thought felt was painfully clear. Even if rankers somehow managed toe, could they even scratch these creatures.? It was impossible to imagine such a scenario. At that moment. A rumbling sound. The river began to darken. An unknown liquid spread along the ripples. Every cell in the body sent an instinctual warning. Danger. Run away! The yers raised their shields as they shouted to the civilians standing behind them. Boom, boom, boom! A ck wave swept through the riverside in an instant. The shields shattered like ss, and the tankers behind them couldnt withstand the shock, spewing blood from their mouths. Screaaam! Squeaaal! Screams echoed everywhere. Allies were dying helplessly. Shields, barriers, everything was meaningless. This was hell. The very heart of hell. Knowing they needed to flee was one thing, but frozen limbs refused to obey. If even they were in such a state what about the civilians? An overwhelming terror. But then. The wave was repelled as if blocked by something. I apologize for the wait. A group of yers appeared in front of them. It was Cheon Min-su, the star dealer of the Balhae Guild, and their main assault team. Its Balhae! Thats Cheon Min-su of the Balhae Guild! They have a holy artifact too. Its the great defense artifact Thousand Li Wall(ǧL)! Can we can we actually survive this? Cheon Min-su, one of the top yers in ss A. And those who came with himprised an assault team, all with experience in tackling high-level dungeons. Moreover, they had brought a green grade holy artifact specialized in base defense. [The special effect Mountain River Treasure Trove (ɽ) of the Thousand Li Wall has been activated!] [The defensive power of the base is increased by 500%!] [Morale increases by +30!] [All stats owned by individuals will increase by +3!] [(Absolute Rating Effect): Aggro from all enemies will focus on the walls!] The holy artifact, a miniature version of the Thousand Li Wall, shone brilliantly. Golden mist rose, and long walls stretched along the Gangcheon River. At the same moment. Grrrrrr. The ck goats, which had fallen from the tree, began to move. Boom! A heavy impact was felt at the bottom of the river. Due to their colossal size, small waves began to push toward the riverbank. yer Cheon Min-su, those creatures. Dont worry too much. ording to the analysis team, the branch with countless teeth is the enemys main body. However, it has already failed several times toe out of the Gate. So youre saying the main body cante over? At least for now. Cheon Min-su nodded his head. The monsters in the river were likely underlings controlled by that creature. Enough time could be bought until the main guilds of Korea and the Japanese reinforcements arrived. Everyone get ready. While those creatures m against the walls, well make a surprise attack from behind in one swoop. Cheon Min-su issuedmands to his peers. Five of them. If three of us take one each that should do, right? Theyre strong but if the main body doesnt move, its worth a shot. If its a bipedal goat, cutting its tendons will do the trick. Sssshh! ng! Various weapons were drawn. Due to theirrge size, the closer you got, the more targets you had. Just then, the goats reached the front of the Thousand Li Wall. Boom! As a repulsive power touched the wall, a thunderous noise resonated across the whole city. However, the wall, like it defended the borders in the past, also withstood this current assault. Now. On three. Cheon Min-su lowered his center of gravity. Featherweight magic and speed enhancement magic were stacked, enabling them to fight on water. One. Mana gathered toward the legs as if ready tounch. Two. Thump! Puffs of smoke rose from the ground. Three. And they all disappeared. They targeted the rear of the ck goats. A precise and punctual surprise attack. But then. Huh? Despite piercing from a blind spot, a chill ran down Cheon Min-sus spine. That feeling, those senses Its unmistakable. [Aggro effect does not activate on the target.] The special effect of the Thousand Li Wall The absolute judgment effect of the green grade holy artifact Did not work. Only when they got close did Cheon Min-su finally realize. They had only gauged the mana on the surface of the ck goats. In the depths, there flowed currents of dark and sticky malice that could not bepared to the surface. Ah No! It was toote to cry out in desperation. Dozens of lines shot out from the body of the ck goat that detected the yers. Ssshhick! A ck line scanned across Cheon Min-su and the other yers bodies. The acrid smell of burning flesh stung their noses. And a bitter taste of iron surged from deep within their throats. Cough Cheon Min-su looked down in disbelief at his vanished lower half. And that was. Thest scene he would remember. Grrrrrr! Mana condensed on the horn of one of the ck goats. Line, not a sphere. A sphere of gathered malice and mana released a dazzling glow. Boom, boom, boom! The sphere passed through the Thousand Li Wall and evaporated the yers behind it. [Thousand Li Wall has been breached.] Roads and buildings copsed. A mere movement altered the terrain and natural features. And so. The most terrible nightmaremenced. Chapter 293: The Fading Time Chapter 293: The Fading Time Pop, pop, pop! [Critical Hit activated!] Blood sprayed from Mursiellios forehead as a storm of gunfire rained down, the precision effect of Super-Fine Shooting hitting the same spot repeatedly. Aargh! Overwhelmed with rage and pain, Mursiellio screamed. Never had he imagined he would be humiliated like this, amander who had led numerous swarms at the behest of the queen. This was an affront to his honor. Why are you flying around so openly instead of hiding behind your bugs? Its like youre asking to be shot down. Jinhyuk clicked his tongue. Perhaps this was what they meant when they said, Moths and fools rush towards high ces. Human scum I will not let this go! [Mursiellio employs Yellow Dust!] Particles, each like the p of a butterflys wings, spread around as a fine yellow powder danced in the air. To allies, it was miraculous dust that instilled wisdom, but for enemies, it was devilish powder inducing loss of sanity and madness. The cloud of dust fanned out, encircling Jinhyuk. Its dustced heavily with hallucinogens. Ill thoroughly brainwash you with it and then y with you every night. Beg as you might for more dust, I wont easilyply. Hehe. Hmm. That sounds quite dangerous. Moreover That slow speed wont do the job. No matter how powerful the attack, its useless if it can be evaded. Jinhyuk nimbly maneuvered through the gaps in the dust. Then Who said I was slow? Buzz! The iing dust elerated, obstructing any retreat and closing in without leaving any gaps. But just as the dust was about to reach Jinhyuk He unleashed a torrential barrage of gunfire at the iing cloud. Bang, bang, bang! What do you think you can do with that pathetic gun? Are you really trying to shoot all that dust? No matter how foolish What? Huh? Oh? Confusion dripped from Mursiellios voice during his taunt. No matter how big the particles of dust, at their core, they are still just dust. And to have all of it neutralized What sort of monster can Uh ah Mursiellio stuttered. Didnt I tell you? Youre slow. Fool! Kill him! What are you waiting for, kill him! Screeech! Screech! At Mursielliosmand, bugs joined the fray. Giant centipedes burrowed into the sand and disappeared from view, while dozens of wasps charged with their venomous stingers thrust forward. Giant rhinoceros beetles and various carnivorous nts also formed a dense wall, exerting pressure. Since skill isnt enough, you resort to quantity Typical insect thought process. Swish, swish, swish! Seemingly in a sh, the four-ded swords dispersed des that spread out in all directions. A sword technique uniquely developed when he climbed the Tower in the past. Or perhaps technique was too grand a word since there were no inherent formsit was a mere set of optimized motions for the effective use of the four-ded swords. It could almost be likened to a dance, designed primarily to irritate the opponent. But The one thing it did excel at was finding and exploiting weak spots. [Unique ability Grave of Swords unlocked!] With added ki energy, the techniques potency was unimaginable. Screeech! Arrrgh! Pieces of bugs scattered across the ground. Slice! sh! His sword pierced through sand as if alive. Then Groooar! Kwaargh! Centipedes hiding in the sand and waiting for openings sprung out only to twist and wriggle helplessly as they were skewered by the four-ded swords. Crunch! With a swift swing of his de, Jinhyuk silenced their screams. Why dont youe at me yourself instead of hiding behind bugs and ying with your precious minions? Youre like a crumpled Tinkerbell. A crumpled Tinkerbell? In our worlds fairy tale, theres this fairy After getting hit by a car once No, let me start over. Maybe after getting hit by a 10-ton truck Nope, that wont suffice. Maybe after about ten hits, you might look somewhat simr. He had tried to wrap his mockery in the gentlest packaging he could, so as not to wound too deeply. Truth be told, aside from gender, they had little inmon. How dare you mock me, a noble of the great Insect Tribe? Ill personally put my full power into crushing you. [Mursiellio attempts Cocooning!] [All injuries will heal.] [If the cocooningpletes and envelops the entire body, defense will increase by 3800%.] White threads began to wrap around the giant butterflys body. Cocooning. This reflected the insects trait of growing through transformations. The moment you witness my true form will be your end huh? But Mursiellio tilted his head in confusion as the person who should be attentively listening was nowhere to be seen. His antennae wriggled. He tried to sense his enemy throughout his body. And there he appeared, out of nowhere, right above Mursiellio. Theyer of Wind Domain stacked with Sword Demon Heavenly Steps allowed him to make movements nearly akin to short-distance spatial teleportation. Thud. Jinhyuknded atop the cocoon, his gun aimed directly at Mursiellios head. Who said I would wait? This was no childs anime where one apuds the transformation. I, wait Desperation filled Mursiellios voice, but the guns muzzle was already glowing red with condensed magic power. If Cocooning fully activated, thered be no chance, but just before thepletion, movement was restricted and weaknesses fully exposed. It onlysted a few seconds. This was the prime moment to kill the butterfly creature. Dont feel too bad. Theres no monster that can resist my taunts. Please, nooo! Bang, bang, bang! The red magic bullets shattered the cocoons exterior and pierced straight through the brain. [You have leveled up!] [You have leveled up!] [You have acquired Mursiellios Wings (Material).] [You have obtained 500mg of Yellow Dust.] Kiieee! Kiii! The bugs began to rampage then. Normally, with the loss of theirmander, they would go berserk, biting each other or scattering, but their abnormal behavior suggested something else was at work. Rumble, rumble! Vibrations passed through the ground. Saved me the trouble of seeking it out. The boss of the 16th floor, maimed and missing an arm, took action. Boom! The ground overturned, and a giant insect with a ck exoskeleton emerged. About 5 meters in size, it resembled a Hercules beetle but tried to stand high above its insect peers. This was the queen and the climax of this raid. My children The queen looked over the corpses strewn across the ground. Her gaze held defeat, anger, and emotions beyond that. If you anger a greater being above, you should die quietly. Even if you struggle here, your fate wont change. Really? Youre aware of whats happening outside of the Tower? Underestimate the entity that rules this floor at your peril. I possess far greater knowledge and information than your meager scraps. The queens gaze fixed on Jinhyuk. It seems you n to kill me and acquire an artifact to oppose them. But its a futile effort. While you spend hours here, the psyches outside the Tower will reduce your world to ash. Wow, you even have it all calcted out. Smarter than I thought, for a bug. Jinhyuk let out a wry chuckle. But do you realize? Even if Im not there, it doesnt mean that worldcks the strong. If Shub Niggurath himself were to appear, thatd be a different story. But his underlings could be handled by those strong enough in that world, prepared for such an eventuality with a n B and various contingencies. And Why do you think Im going to spend hours here? [Activating Memory of the World.] Jinhyuk waved his hand through the air, and the library of countless stored skills materialized behind him. [Activating Sanctuary of the Sun!] Flip, flip, flip! Pages turned as the stage of Egyptian deities manifested, erasing the world once ruled by the queen of the swarm. Desert, Sphinx, great pyramidsan area with these attributes appeared, with golden beams supporting a barrier from the heavens. Where is this? Surprise and fascination tinted the queens eyes. Daylight shone brightly on the gun in his left hand, and Blood Magic Energy pulsed within the sword in his right. There was no need to drag this out for hours. Ill end this in three minutes. The smirk disappeared from Jinhyuks face. Following the gates opening, darkness fell upon major cities worldwide. Burned buildings and abandoned cars marked the empty urban centers. Amid the apocalyptic scenes, survivors who couldnt escape the hell trembled in fear. Mom, Im scared A childs whines echoed through an underground parking lot. Well be safe here, wont we? A woman who appeared to be the childs mother spoke cautiously. Ive surrounded us with a me that disrupts magical detection, they shouldnt find us easily. The chess pieces are set as bait. We cant hope to fight, but theyll buy us time to escape. Min Jungwoo and Lee Yoori reassured the people. After distributing whatever food and water they had, they finally found a moment to breathe. Sigh. Its more serious than I thought. Werepletely isted, arent we? Heh, what can we do? With things like this, our only choice is to survive. Youre too rxed. If that Gang Jinhyuk guy doesnt show up soon, were all doomed. Hmm, it seems more like inviting a tiger to chase away a wolf to me. The goats are the wolves outside, and the tiger must be Gang Jinhyuk, right? The other way around would be improbable, wouldnt it? Well, thats true. The two recalled their fateful meeting with Jinhyuk at the National Museum and shuddered at the memory. Yoori, in particr, had memories of making chess pieces all night to the rhythm of work songs. Do you two also know yer Gang Jinhyuk personally? Kim Gitaek of the Ssaobi Guild reacted at the mention of Jinhyuks name. He too had been isted here sinceing to Daejeon as part of the vanguard. Oh, you know him too? Yes, Ive worked with him a few times. Because of that ursed guy, things got twisted from the start. We could have had a serious advantage. Every time I think of it, my head still throbs. I was quite taken aback when he burned the National Treasures map. I waspletely fooled too. I burnt a national treasure Well, I have been duped by that man several times too. Haha. A peculiar camaraderie formed among the three. Though it was almost always bittersweet. Still. There was one certainty. He wille. Of course, he shall. That fe might use people, but hes not inherently bad-hearted. Thats correct. yer Gang Jinhyuk will definitelye up with something. The trio believed. They believed that Jinhyuk wouldnt abandon everyone. And that no matter how hellish things seemed now, if Jinhyuk arrived, it could change everything. Thats when it happened. Boom! A loud shockwave roared through their ears, and dust cascaded down from the ceiling. What on earth Yoori, dont tell me theyve found us? Th-the chess pieces Damn it. Not just the decoys, but all the ones I ced to cover our escape are destroyed! Yoori screamed, her face as pale as a ghost. Chapter 294: The Mightiest Guild, ‘Hardcore Corporation’ Chapter 294: The Mightiest Guild, Hardcore Corporation The ceiling shattered, revealing the gigantic face of a goat. GRROOOOOAR! A shadow cast across the sky. The ground cracked open like a turtles shell under its thunderous roar. Fear was palpable. It was daunting not to even twitch a finger. Tremble, tremble, tremble! Everyone froze in their ce. These people, who had struggled to survive, saw their instinct to live fade away in the face of overpowering terror. [The ck Goat uses Crushing Wave!] A sinister light gathered in the mouth of the ck Goat. It was the same ursed attack that had destroyed the Great Wall. Ah A short sigh escaped from Kim Ki-taes lips. People hiding in the underground parking lot screamed and hugged each other. An image of a mother clutching her child caught the eye. One second. Two seconds. And three. BOOM, BOOM, BOOM, BOOM! A highlypressed ball of magical energy was fired in a straight line. From where the ck Goat stood to the entrance of the parking lot, everything within the lights radius began to evaporate. There was no way to block it. Not even the will to dodge. This was the end. Thats what they thought, when suddenly FZZT FZZT! A red, pentagram symbol appeared in front of them all. KABOOM! As massive magical energies collided, clouds of dust erupted from the ground. Haah Another short sigh. A person with a geometric patterned mask emerged from the dust. Uh, unknown yer? Why the hell do I have to deal with such tough stuff! Honestly, this calls for a months supply of chicken. And fries with cheese sauce! And c with loads of ice! Preferably zero c! Elise muttered to herself, her gaze turned towards the ck Goat. Look at you, Im so pissed off and youre just making me angrier! [Unique ability Blood Lord activated!] The sky was dyed the color of blood. GRROOOOAR! Making noises like groar, huh. Elise waved her hand through the air. Dozens of red javelins impaled the ck Goats body. Staggering. The ck Goat took a step back. This was just the beginning. A disturbance began to unfold simultaneously around the world. *** Europe. A line of ck Goats traveling along a deste highway in Southern France halted in their tracks. They saw someone blocking their path. Step by step. Dazzling blonde hair flowed over pristine white armor. It was Teresa. Beside her was Cheon Yuseong. By now, everyone should have arrived at their positions. Thats right. Everyone started before us. Cheon Yuseong nodded. Elise should be fine on her own, and with Cheon Yuseong and her, Teresa said, ncing to his side. Locking eyes, a pure, beautiful woman with jet-ck hair and an innocent smile stood beside him. Chuhonsayeong. The master swordswoman who invented the Chuhong Sword and the mentor of Cheon Yuseong. She should have remained with the Martial Alliance to prepare for the war against the Empire but was persuaded by Cheon Yuseongs heartfelt plea to sacrifice her inner elixir and leave the Tower. Well serve as bait. In the meantime, Master, please cut off the creatures lifeline. Oh dear. Is Cheon Gong-ja asking a delicatedy to wield her sword? Even against such arge and vicious monstrosity? Chuhonsayeong gasped in feigned shock, her performance exaggerated. Your tone What is that, seriously! And when has the master ever been frail Come now, try to follow my lead. Please help, my beautiful and powerful master Like this. Are you serious? Hurry up. Otherwise, you two might have to deal with that monster yourselves. Cheon Yuseong! Itsing! I know. Dammit. Cheon Yuseong gritted his teeth. His face flushed with embarrassment, but there was no time to hesitate. Please Please help. Beautiful and mighty Sword Maiden. Haha. How could I refuse such a cute disciples plea? Chuhonsayeong yfully pinched Cheon Yuseongs cheeks. Any previous sternness vanished, leaving only a master deeply affectionate for her disciple. SWISH! Chuhonsayeong drew a snow-white sword. You havent forgotten what Ive taught you, right? I wont tolerate being overshadowed by the student of the ck Emperor. [Unique ability Song of the Sword activated!] Chuhonsayeong unleashed her unique ability. Theres no need to worry about that. I will surpass him once this ordeal is over. Following that, Cheon Yuseong also released his unique ability. [Unique ability Song of the Sword activated!] An indescribable energy enveloped their swords. A pure light surged over a dozen meters along the sword spirits. I will ensure the first blow is blocked. Teresa advanced her shield. [Unique ability Blessing of the Stars activated!] Thus. The saint who had saved Amsterdam once again took action to save Europe. *** At the same time. Thendscape where Andria of the fifthyer was located had beenpletely transformed due to the ck Goats. The coliseum was gone, the mines had copsed, and the mental ward was partially destroyed. Yet, it was notpletely over. Haah haah haah. Andria breathed heavily. The other bosses of the remaining districts were either dead or had fled. The only one left standing guard alone in her district was Andria. Its not over not yet. Andria bit her lip. This ce was a precious haven left by Master Jinhyuk. It had given life meaning to her, who had been at rock bottom. Ill defend it even if it kills me. Even if she fell in battle, running away was not an option. [Andria activates Fox Bead!] Nine tails ignited with the souls of foxes in mes. Thump Thump. Thwack! Andria blurred with afterimages as she moved at high speed toward the ck Goats feet. The mes spread in nine directions before converging into one point. WHOOSH! Blue infernal fire enveloped the ck Goats body in an instant. But. It doesnt even react. The infernal fire barely scorched its skin. GRROOAAAR As if annoyed by the presence of a mere gnat, the ck Goat prepared a sphere in its mouth. Crushing Wave. The light that had shredded countless people was aimed at Andria. At that moment. Youve had a tough time fending them off by yourself. A new voice interjected. A handsome man with deep silver hair stood in the path of the Crushing Wave. His face twisted slightly, but the malevolence oozing from his body sharpened even further. Quite powerful for a mere thought form. It almost brings back nightmares of the past. This was one of the proud Demon Lords of the demon world. Veriel, known as the Rotten Heart, manifested. Still, its foolish for you creatures to bare your fangs at me. A blood-red spear formed at the tips of Veriels fingers. Crackle! Fizzt! Sparks flew. And then, in an instant. Tell Shub-Niggurath that I am here in thisyer. The spear vanished without a preparatory motion. Apanied by the sound of tearing air, it caused five sonic booms. BOOM! GRRRAAAAH! The chest-struck ck Goat was lifted off the ground. The shock was so immense that even its massive body couldnt withstand it. But the shock was just beginning. Crack! Crack! The spear whirled, exuding even more powerful magical energy. Runes, each bearing curses and spells, simultaneously began to consume the area around the spear. GRR GRROOAAAR! The ck Goats jaw seemed to tear apart from the force. BWWOOM and then a tremendous BOOM! The body was blown away, hitting a cliff on the opposite side. The sight was grotesque beyond words. *** After getting thrashed, the queen hid in the sand, creating a brief lull in battle. That should take care of the outer preparations. Jinhyuk nodded in satisfaction. Thanks to a well-ced team of reliablepanions, the worst-case scenario was now avoidable. The gates that appeared in the martial world were also being handled by the master, Sweet Potato, T-Bone, and the ancient warriors. Buying time should be sufficiently manageable. As for the outside situation [Outbreak Beginning of the Nightmare. Is this the end of everything?] [Even major guilds are helpless and forced to watch.] [ck Tuesday. Emergency meetings summoned by leaders of various nations.] Headlines from all kinds of media nketed the inte. Good. The atmosphere was perfectly ripe. Humanity in crisis. And the hero whoes to their rescue. There is no better script for an epic. [Activating video conference.] Everyones chat was connected to one ce. Remember what I told you? Its easy, just say what youve memorized. And dont say anything that isnt in the script. -Elise: Hey. Do I really have to say this? Really? -Cheon Yuseong: Damn it. I am not your jester. -Teresa: Jinhyuk. The whole world is watching us right now. -Abyss Emperor: Apprentice, have you ever heard of the word expulsion from the sect? -Andria: Jinhyuk Youre a fool. -Veriel: Haha. Indeed, the candidate I picked shows promise. You have the qualities of a Demon King. -Sweet Potato: Mosquito! -Elemental Special Forces: Master. This will embarrass us internationally no, embarrass the entire Tower. -T-Bone & Ancient Warriors: Master. Please get lost. Comints from all sides flooded in like a raging torrent. Of course, its customary to easily crush minor dissent in an absolutemand structure. Why wouldnt I promote when everyones attention is focused here? Am I supposed to be digging dirt instead of business? The promotional benefits for the guild, through brand image enhancement and additional revenue, were invaluable. -Cheon Yuseong: Hey if you want to promote so badly, why dont youe out and do it yourself? I have more important things to do, so I cant. Jinhyuk decisively drew the line. There was a more important task than handling the queen. He had to go somewhere through the Mirror that Breaks Borders, where a reward was waiting for him. My point is, youre not in a position to raise your voice at me, are you? He reminded him about the maid-signed video that was in his possession. Hopefully, he hadnt forgotten. If things got out of hand, he could ensure a prompt drop from med schooland life. -Cheon Yuseong: You If you keep threatening me with that, I wont stay silent. Do you understand? Thats a crime! -Chuhonsayeong: Oh my. Is there a video featuring my disciple? Id love to see that. -Cheon Yuseong: M, Master? It seems even your master is on my side, so what will you do? In the end. Amidst coercive atmospherics, a video that will be immortalized on Tower Community and ViewTube began to be crafted. We, if youre curious who we are, responding is only polite Unknownno, Elise, started speaking. One hand on her waist and the other with just the index finger pointing was key. Hardcore Hard Sigh On behalf of Hardcore Corporation. Cheon Yuseong continued the script, his voice like swallowing molten metal. From now on, these guys. The rest pitched in one line each ording to their roles. And finally. We will take care of them. Everyones voices merged into one. Chapter 295: The Lost Language (1) Chapter 295: The Lost Language (1) Chapter 295. The Lost Language (1) The wife of the one whose name must not be spoken. The ck Goddess of Abundance. The ck goat that spawned madness. These are but a few of the epithets adorning one of the mightiest deities in the Cthulhu Mythos Shub-Niggurath. . Branches, each lined with countless teeth, reached toward the far side of the tower. Eons of time. She had floated around the 50th floor of the tower, observing the rise and fall of powers on each level. Many forces had ascended the tower, only to fall into demise. However. Hundreds, thousands of strong ones, and even those who surpassed that to be the absolute beings. And those who possessed crowns. All failed to meet expectations. It was boring. Lacking. So, she intended to casually descend from the tower to alleviate the boredom that permeated her to the bone. Yes, this was entertainment. A transcendent being trampling upon the insignificant beings below. But then. . Right after the partial release of the gate, the sentient bodies she had sent out started to lose their signals one after another. Could there really be someone below capable of contending with the ck goat? Never did she imagine that among those outside the tower, there would be such a skilled being. Kether de Casbah. An unspokennguage flowed from her lips. Then. Argh Th-thats Hastings winced in pain, bowing his head, as a mere disy of her difort seemed about to twist the world itself. Doom! Arabya Kr Kimasha. Str Jinhyuk. Ye-yes, that is correct. That human he is the one who dares to interfere with the great ones n and seeks to reach the top of the tower. Kang Jinhyuk. She received the name of the one behind these events from Hastings. Crunch! Crunch! The teeth opened and shut repeatedly, emitting a chilling sound. He aims to stop me? Oddly That could be fun. For the first time in ages, she felt the emotion of genuine interest. Then she might as well give them a more entertaining game. For this asion, she had even made provisional contact with vampire families and the sinister followers of the Cheonma Shin Church, the Left Guardians. There was still more time needed before she could be liberated. Kaidro Pe Maybach. Now, you say? Phk Tr Swordractus. Yes, I understand. I will ry the message to everyone. Shub-Niggurath issued a briefmand. Begin the war in the middle floors. Within the barrier where the Sanctuary of the Sun had been activated. The Queen who tried to escape by hiding in the sand could notprehend the current situation. How is it possible to pinpoint my location so precisely when Im so deeply hidden? Despite moving at high speed 10 meters below the sand, somehow her pursuer followed with incredible uracy. Pwoof! The sand gave way to boreholes. The precision of the gunfire sharpened still further. She must flee. Further. Deeper. Somehow she needed to buy time and entangle the opponent, leading to the ruin of everything he held dear. But just then. [Lv14 cier Sculptor is activated!] Crackling sounds! The rapidly freezing sand. The Queens nimble movements through the sands were noticeably slowing. Got you. Jinhyuks lips curled into a smile. As expected, the Queen chose to flee rather than fight. Its not even difficult to pinpoint her position through Thousand-Mile Eyes. He could predict where she would go next based on the vibrations of the minutely shifting sand. And once both conditions were met, it was easy to immobilize her using cier Sculptor. After all, even the Queen couldnt easily move in sand that had turned to icy, biting cold. [Unique Ability Core of the Legion] [Difficulty to Acquire: S] [Copy Conditions: The Queen, always protected by the escort of countless offspring, if you could grant her solitude before cutting her breath, you could copy one of her possessed abilities or skills.] Core of the Legion was a special ability that only a tiny fraction of swarm boss monsters possessed. It not only increased the stats of summoned creatures by 10% but also maintained contracts at half the usual mana costan absurdly powerful trait. Considering he nned to manufacture undead and summon spirits or other creaturester, optimizing mana would be one of the many issues to solve. Theres a lot to gain here, too. Jinhyuk had allowed the Queen to flee across the desert, recreated by the Sanctuary of the Sun, driving her deeper into a corner to fulfill the copy conditions to acquire her unique ability. Its time to finish this. Jinhyuk summoned all the remaining mana in him. There was no reason to conserve mana at the climax. Woooong! Two different lights gathered at the muzzles of his guns. The Daylight-enhanced bullet paved the way first. Soon, a bullet strengthened by Blood Magic struck the Queens back. BOOM! KAAAH! A critical hit, but she didnt die in one shot. The carapace cracked, but she persisted fiercely. So, a ruler of oneyer wouldnt go down without a fight. No matter how much she thrashed, the oue remained unchanged. Only prolonging her pain. BOOM! Pow pow! BAAAH! A storm of colorful lights assaulted her. Kugh ah As the assault intensified, her shrieks gradually waned. And at that moment. Ding! A dazzling sh appeared, followed by numerous notifications. [Your level has increased!] [Your level has increased!] [Your level has increased!] [Your level] [has increased!] [You have sessfully copied the Core of the Legion!] [The copied ability will be stored in the Memory of the World.] [Dusk de (Yellow Grade C Material Type) is acquired!] Including what he gained from capturing Murcigo, he had risen 7 levels. On top of that, he had dropped a material-type item that could strengthen ded weapons. It was an item of a yellow grade. This is aplete jackpot. Jinhyuk swallowed saliva thickly. Considering the unrewarding loot from Murcigo, he honestly hadnt expected much from this level. Instead, he scored the best possible drop from the Queen. The sharpest, hardest part of her carapace. It wasnt weaponized but came in the form of material that could be applied to other needed items. Itll be great for the Fangs or the Twin Dragon Swords even for the Tae San Sword I got from Yacha. The possibilities for its use were truly boundless. Good. Now, the next move Jinhyuk then activated his personal status window. Name: Kang Jinhyuk Sex: Male Age: 28 Level: 115 Strength 109 Agility 47 Stamina 57 Mana 273 Gap 100 Luck 10 Adaptive 78 Vitality 78.25 Stat Points Avable: 21 Coins: 9,253,137 upation: Rune Trantor Unique Abilities: Fusion, Tomb of Swords, Blessing of Stars, Judgment of Anubis, Blood Magic, Mand, One-Second Invincibility, Thousand Venom, White Savage Beast, Communal Prosperity, Sanctuary of Suns, Dark Heavenly Demon King Arts, Triple Magic, Giants Blow, Dragons Breath, High-Speed Sword, Arm of Tombgraver, Berserker, Territory of Wind, Shadow Extreme Kill, Blood Explosion, ck Tears, Leg of Tombgraver, Herculean Power Skills: Too numerous to list, condensed in Toggled-off state. Barrier: Too numerous to learn, condensed in Toggled-off state. He had reached level 115 without realizing. Had the situation not been so urgent, he may have been lost in sentiment. Jinhyuk, holding a faint smile, shook his head. This wasnt the time for such thoughts. With the Core of the Legion, I can put the mana stat on hold for now. [Agility increases from 47 to 58.] [Stamina increases from 57 to 67.] He invested evenly in agility and stamina. Bnce also needed to be taken care of now. Just then. [Conquer the 16th Layer within 24 hours trial has been passed!] [A gift from the senior administrator Bendivia has arrived.] [Soul Stone of Longing] [When using a unique ability or skill, or something simr, it allows you to exceed the potential of the target.] Finally, he had secured thest card, Soul Stone of Longing, that needed to be acquired here. The cleanup can be left to the Titan Guild. With the Queens death, the remaining insects would break free from control. But the likes of Aidan and Meiling, the rankers, should be able to handle them. If three S-rank individuals couldnt settle the mass-produced worms, they might as well bite their tongues and die. Only one thing remained. Jinhyuk took out a reward he had earned after dealing with one of the True Ancestors, Amm, from his spatial inventory. A picture in a frame, The ce Steeped in Silence A location with twelve ck pirs standing tall. To acquire the lostnguage and reproduce the ancient barriers. This was the only way humanity could survive from Shub-Niggurath. [Mirror that Breaks Boundaries is used.] Wooooong! A green gate appeared in front of Jinhyuk. A door that allowed free movement betweenyers. His destination was already set. To the 30th floor. To the Hill of Constetions. The night sky is studded with countless stars. This ce, brimming with unfathomable mystery and beauty, was the only peaceful spot in the blood-scented 30thyer. Meteor showers descend. As he watched, for some reason, his heart felt a yearning ache. Step by step. Jinhyuk began to walk a familiar path upward. The twelve ck pirs standing tall above the expansive meadows. He had visited this ce in the past, but he did not know that it was where one could learn the lostnguage. To him, it was just a ce with a beautiful view. However, thanks to the painting from Amm, he could now understand the real meaning hidden in this location. Jinhyuk carefully examined the picture in the frame. Certainly, each pir in the picture had a different rune carved at its center. Yet, no runes were visible on the actual pirs. Or to be precise, traces were faintly remaining, but they were considerably damaged. It meant I had to restore it. A task demanding an extremely high level of difficulty. Not just to restore the runes on the pirs but toplete a synthesis form epassing all twelve runes. Needless to say, there was no room for mistakes. Calmly. Deliberately. He had to carry out a precise operation. Mana gathered at his fingertips traced the air. Above, with the first rune, the barrier began to take shape. [A 3-star Barrier Mana Synchronization is activated!] [A 4-star Barrier Memory Restoration is activated!] [A 6-star Barrier Minor Substitution is activated!] Fzzt! Blue runes emerged along the surface of the pirs. But then. As the mana was rearranged through the barriers, something unbelievable happened. Could this be Hoo. Jinhyuk let out aplex exmation of amazement. Chapter 296: The Lost Language (2) Chapter 296: The Lost Language (2) [Thenguage of the Pirs reveals its true form.] The characters representing the lostnguage bore anguage that did not belong to this world. Thump! Thump! Thump! Jinhyuks heart pounded wildly in his chest. When he had climbed the Tower of Trials in the past, he couldnt grasp any information on the lostnguage. But now, he finally understood what thisnguage implied. [De Ferelium Hon Makardensia] It was thenguage of the Cthulhu deities. And it meant only one thing. If one were to perfectly acquire the lostnguage they could wield the power of up to the 50th floor. Moreover It turned out there were other characters engraved within the lostnguage besides those used by the Cthulhu entities. These characters remained a mystery even after the Pirs were unlocked. Is there something more still? Saeyoung-eonhwan had said that the 50th floor waspletely changed, but it seemed something even more significant was lurking. Interesting. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth turned up. This was why he couldnt stop climbing the Tower. No matter how dangerous or desperate the situation, it was these discoveries that kept tantalizing his sense of curiosity. To think this kind of progression is possible How intriguing. This part Im not sure about. Just how deep does this rabbit hole go? Jinhyuk absorbed the runes without missing a single one. But merely memorizing the characters wasnt enough to acquire the newnguage. This wasnt anguage formunication; it was for creating barriers. To see that which was invisible as a Rune Interpreter, the first change of profession in the path of a Barrier Master I must reach a level befitting of that purpose. The ss change quest. All of this was for the purpose of undertaking that quest. Magic focused at Jinhyuks fingertips. The Runes on the 12 pirs rbined, revealing the term for the Final Curtain. Crackle! The severed magical energy became whole again. At that moment. [You have met the conditions to learn the Lost Barrier.] [Starting the second ss change test.] As if waiting for this, a status window appeared. Whooom! A bright light filled the area as starlight poured down from the heavens. Themencement. Footsteps sounded at just that moment. A man with ck hair, wearing a white robe, emerged from amongst the starlight. No need for introductions; the identity was clear. Beltor de Roanmask. A man from an ancient kingdom that predated the current empire by thousands of years, a maverick who specialized in barrier magic in life. He was also a legend who had ascended to an unrivaled height in the field of barrier magic. So, the second ss change quest is to face this man. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. Beltor had been dead for a long time. The figure before him must be a projection of the man from the past. Though the presence was an illusion, the skills were not. The entire area had been swallowed by his barrier. Being called the strongest ever doesnt seem to be an exaggeration. The Eye of Gluttony quickly scanned the opposing status window. Ding! Name: Beltor de Roanmask Gender: Male Age: ??? years Level: 294 Strength 43, Agility 55, Stamina 36, Magic 36, Understanding of Rune Language 519 Stat Points Avable: 0 Profession: Master of Runes Unique Ability: Ancient Barrier Skills: Language Decryption Lv35, Rune Linguistics Lv33, Blink Lv33, Magic Absorption Lv31, Rapid Calction Lv31, [Copy Condition: If you pass the second ss change test, you can copy one of his unique abilities or skills.] As expected. The copy condition was linked to the trial. Being able to acquire unique abilities and skills through the change of profession was truly an opportunity to hit two birds with one stone. This was a test he had to seed at no matter what. But at that moment. Ha, what kind of fool not only chooses to be a Barrier Master but also seeks a second ss change? Beltor scratched his head in disbelief. Though Jinhyuk did not expect a grave tone, he at least thought that a man who had greatly seeded in his field would have some pride in his profession. Whats with this reaction? However, without time for Jinhyuk to feel flustered, Beltor pressed on with his question. Why did you do it? Excuse me? No, why choose such a trashy upation and walk a path of hardship? Its unbearably hard andplicated, right? Moreover, all that effort hardly pays off. I nearly worked myself to death mastering this, and still, I couldnt even look those in the upper floors of the Tower in the eye, I had to tuck my tail between my legs. Its not toote to give up on the ss change test and look for another job. You can still change before a second ss change. Hed clearly been holding back a barrage ofints about the profession. It was no surprise the Barrier Master profession was unpopr. Given the pitiful return on the investment, his advice made sense. However I may not have trained in this field as long as you have but it was not bad. The idea of creating your own world through barriers has its own charm. Jinhyuk meant every word. Initially, he chose the profession for the fun and to have a temper, but as time passed, the profession became increasingly precious to him. He wanted to continue with it and aimed to reach higher realms. A rare breed. Even presented with advice, you dont listen. Ill take that as apliment from a senior. Hmph fine. Eventually, Beltor shrugged his shoulders in resignation. You want to change professions? The test is straightforward. Use all the barrier techniques youve learned to trap me. If you can hold me, even for a second, Ill grant you a passing grade. Just with barriers you mean? Indeed, Ill only use basic countermeasures. Its a test to see if youre ready for the next stage, so no need to worry too much. A capable person can pass in about three months. Hmm. Three months seem impossible. Im a bit busy, you see. Jinhyuks gaze drifted in one direction. At the foot of the hill, the mirror that broke the boundaries was violently shaking as if it would close at any moment. Thanks to his growth, he was no longer limited to a 30-minute time restriction like when he first acquired it, but The time was still tight. How much time do you have? Three hours. Not three months, but three hours? Just that much time left. Now two hours, 59 minutes, and 30 seconds. Beltor looked at Jinhyuk inplete bewilderment. Im a fool for expecting anything. Just go. Youll have a hard time even performing a quadruple operation at your first ss change level, let alone passing my test But before Beltor could finish, he was interrupted. White runes began to rise around Jinhyuk. Triple quadruple, and beyond, perfectingyers of barriers beyond the fifth. If a quadruple operation is something like this? Hooh A strange exmation slipped from Beltors lips. Hoo Elise sighed deeply. Her pure white hair showed signs of damage here and there, and even the mask she wore had shattered due to the intense battle. But as much as Elise had drawn out power, her opponent wasnt intact either. Grrr ah The red spears piercing through the body made it dubious if the creature was alive. However, the monster did not give up the fight. Whooosh! [The Specters Axe is summoned.] An absurdlyrge axe appeared. Even at a nce, a weapon with a ck hilt and red veins running through it looked ominously powerful. It really is persistent. It can still move after that? Elise frowned in irritation. After fully releasing Blood Lord and striking direct hits, the creature was still in motion. If an ordinary specter was this strong, it was impossible to imagine the power of Shub-Niggurath. How does he n to face such a monstrosity? Elise couldntprehend what Jinhyuk was thinking. Yet, for some reason She never felt anxious. It was unclear why. From the first day they made the contract in the corridor, until now She had never doubted her contractor would disappoint her expectations. I cant afford to hesitate here either. Crackle! A new spear manifested in Elises hand. [Crimson SaeHwa (Blood SaeHwa) is summoned!] A spear named after the blood-eating SaeHwa. The ornately decorated holy relic revealed itself. With a resolute expression, Elise hefted the spear over her shoulder. I really didnt want to use this in the middle of a city It was assumed everyone in the underground parking lot had evacuated, but there was still a risk of others being caught up in the aftermath. Even disregarding this, the impact of the weapon could potentially erase part of the city. But there was no choice. At this rate, there was no end in sight to defeating the monster. I have to restrain the power to its utmost and concentrate the force to a single point. Crease Tendons tensed across Elises white forehead, and her red pupils suddenly contracted. Groooar! The ck goat raised its axe to the sky in response. Then Boom! A thunderous sound tore the air as a streak of crimson lightning bisected the heavens. The ensuing gusts from the air pressure shattered building windows and contorted streemps and trees like taffy. The spear of unimaginable force pierced through the ck goats core and vanished across the opposite horizon. A brief silence ensued. Among crossed nces, an eternity seemed to pass before the quiet was shattered. Groooar? The tall form of the ck goat staggered. Though the wound attempted to heal, it worsened rapidly instead. [The special ability of Crimson SaeHwa activates.] [Unless possessing sanctity-based powers or absolute judgment healing capabilities, the wounds cannot be healed.] Blood gushing from the wound stained the streets ck. Truly an ugly creature from its mere existence to the moment it falls. Not a single aspect pleases the eye. Elises cold gaze settled on the ck goat. And it was over. The colossal frame of the ck goat fell backward. Grrroar The street shattered under its fall, and therge demonic beasts breath was cut short. It was over. Or so it was thought. Well, the true master of Ataraxia no, worthy of the former master. I thought you were turned into a relic after the seal, but youre notpletely rusty after all? From between the buildings came a new voice. A woman with long ck hair reaching her waist appeared from the shadows, her sharp fangs and signature blood-red pupils unmistakable. The vampire, and not just any vampire, but one from the most revered pure-blood lineage. You. A tremor ran through Elises eyes. A volcano of rage erupted, mingled with the tion of finally facing her foe. Chapter 297: Something More Important Than Pride (1) Chapter 297: Something More Important Than Pride (1) The only vampire head of the family with ck hair. Abigail von Revisita. That was the name of the current head of the Revisita family standing before her. Crunch Eris bit down on her teeth furiously. Showing your face before me means youre ready to die, doesnt it? Her eyes gleamed with murderous intent, and her cheeks flushed with a color as deep as blood. Heh heh. Its been so long since Ive seen my sisters face, and you greet me with such harsh words? Im delighted to see you after all this time. Me, at least. Nonsense shut it! I thought about it every single day in that hellish pit. The day I would kill all of you! Kukukukuku! Droplets of red blood rose around Eris. [dimirs Harpoon is activated!] Harpoons made of blood and numerous spikes filled the air. Apletely different, malevolent aura spread outpared to when she fought the ck goat. I dont mind a fight, but how about listening to what I have to say first? Im sure youll find it interesting. No need. Eris flicked her finger. The harpoons in the sky all turned towards Abigail. With a singlemand, the tragedy of Romania could repeat. But then The following words Your contractor went into a strangely shaped gate. If it continues like this, youll lose your life. What? For the first time, Eris flinched. That strange gate must undoubtedly be the Mirror that Breaks Boundaries Jinhyuk mentioned before leaving. And the fact that Abigail knew about it meant that her words were not just an empty threat. She couldnt take threats involving Jinhyuk lightly. The harpoons momentum weakened. Go on. ording to reports, your contractormands not only you but also numerous summons. From ancient species to elemental spirits and even undead monsters Quite an impressive collection. Even the heads of the families would struggle to control such powerful summons. If all of them were to fight with full force, it would indeed be troublesome. As Abigail continued, Eris realized what she was getting at. The fatal weakness of relying on a single persons mana supply. Mana overload you cant be serious! Thats right. So far, the battles have been manageable, but whos to say that willst? However. Could that really be the case now? With the followers of the Demon God Church, the vampire families, and the entities of the 50th floor Their forces were overwhelming, to say the least. If they were to focus all their power on the summons, no matter how efficiently Jinhyuk distributed his mana, and even if they tried to avoid a desperate fight Eventually, they would hit their limit. And on your contractors side, Ascension himself has gone. You, of all people, know how strong that man is. Abigail smiled slyly. The new head of the Ataraxia family. Ascension of Ataraxia. Ranked as the strongest among the current heads of the families, Eris too had been trapped in the corridor because of that monsters abilities. No matter how strong my contractor is, its too much. Who would have thought they had nned so meticulously? Facing a formidable head of the family and a surprise attack, the risk was far too high. I cant let him die. I cant just leave him to death. Revenge was important but not as important as the life of someone dear. In the end, Eris hung her head powerlessly. What do you want? Heh heh. Im d youre quick to catch on. The condition is simple. ce a gold seal on yourself and seal your unique Holy Writ. My own Holy Writ? Yes. Revtion of the Apocalypse. That ability is quite a hassle to deal with. In a battle between heads of families, their unique Holy Writs are a lifeline. A critical means to cut off each others breath. Asking her to give it up was tantamount to asking her to die. If I do that youll spare my contractors life? Of course. After all, our goal is just you. A vow of blood will be secured by the familys magic. Her life or Jinhyuks life. If she could choose only one Alright. Ill do it. Eris nodded. At that very moment. Woong! A reaper in a ck robe appeared around the two vampires. On one side of the scale was Eriss red soul. On the other, Abigails ck soul. [A blood seal () has been formed.] [Eris von Ataraxias unique Holy Writ will be sealed for the next 24 hours. In exchange, Abigail von Revisita and the vampire heads of the families will cease all attacks on yer Kang Jinhyuk immediately and, unless provoked, cannot threaten his life.] The oath bound by blood would be kept with their lives. Thats enough. Eris smiled faintly. At the same time. Sssk Dozens of vampires began to rise from the shadows. Red eyes shone from all around. Members of the Revisita family brandished their weapons with sinister smiles stered on their faces. Giggle! Hunting the former head of the family is truly an honor. Ill tear you apart. Finally, its time to repay the humiliation from that day. Rapiers, daggers, and bloodline magic gathered in one ce. Who would have thought that the great Eris would throw her life away for a single human? Who could have predicted such a foolish act from you? Abigail too drew a scythe much taller than herself. The scythe, embedded with massive eyes and trembling slightly, was called The Scythe of the Wraith Tree. With its absolute judgment effect, the scythe was not only Abigails weapon but also her own unique Holy Writ. Against it, unless one possessed a simr unique Holy Writ or a top-tier holy relic, it was invincible. However, even with all that before her Eris stood still, upright. There were no regrets in her choice. Even if she were bound by constraints and could no longer fight for pride If falling for the one who had given her hope was the end That was an eptable way to meet her demise. Of course, she had no intention of letting them have their way. [Eris unleashes her own ability Blood Lord!] The air changed drastically. Like thest mes before extinguishing Eris began to gather mana. My name is Eris von Ataraxia Standing tall, the genuine article contemted and scorned everything. I am Ataraxia itself, and all of Ataraxia exists for me. Even without her unique Holy Writ, her words still carried the undeniable weight of a supreme ruler. Come forth. If there are those among you who dare to undertake this great feat, now is the time. Eris took position. Just that. But still Ugh! Hnngh. The n members, who had been brimming with confidence, instinctively stepped back without realizing it. The nightmare of the past stimted memories long-forgotten. The terrible trauma where a single pureblood had swept away the noble vampires of a great house. Then. Shoosh! The head of a vampire at the very back flew off. Blood dripped from a scythe that had sliced sideways. I have no need for cowards amongst my n. Flight meant death. Abigail spoke with chilling indifference. Once the unique Holy Writ is sealed, even Eris is no more than a toothless tiger. We can easily hunt her together. Have you all understood? Yes, we understand. Thats right. I was too caught up in her intimidation. Kill her! Arrrh! The n members leaped forward together. Please donte here. Its a trap. For the first time and for thest, Eris muttered quietly. Woong! White runes appeared above Beltors head. It was a multiyered magical formposed of sevenyers. Goodness Beltor swallowed nervously. He initially thought it was just a mad fool who hade to see him. After all, the profession of a Barrier Master was one chosen only by entrics and fools. Furthermore, when the visitor mentioned he had to change sses within three hours, Beltor hadpletely discarded any hopes he had. But now How on earth Keke Kahaha! What apletely unexpected chap. Unable to hold back anymore, Beltor burst intoughter. In his lifetime, not even his most promising disciple could properly use a sixyer barrier. And now, after his death and beyond the Tower, to see a yer using a sevenyer barrier was beyond belief. He couldnt help butugh. Theres still a long way to go. Jinhyuk activated another skill. The scenery began to change due to Select Battlefield. The ce was transformed into a vast library. Specifically, it was where Beltor had once studied barrier magic. The open sky above and the pitch-ck night, with stars that shone even brighter, were visible. It was as if he was being shown the beginning and the end of a Barrier Master. Ah A sighden withplex emotions escaped Beltor. Finally. [The special trait of Blessing of the Stars increases all stats by 5%!] All of his abilities exploded in a single moment. Crackle All of the barriers that had been activated merged into one giant barrier. Constructed by self-study, it wasnt perfect, but he had seeded in making a presentable form. [An 11-star grand barrier The Twilight Swamp is activated!] Amidst the undting golden waves Beltor stood still, unable to move. Instead, he unreservedly expressed his inner feelings. You are an interesting one. That was probably meant as apliment. Its nice to hear that, but werent you going to break my barrier earlier? Damn it. How can this mere disruption method prate? Of course, you passed the test. If I didnt pass someone of your skill, no other Barrier Master would be able to change sses for a second time. To disrupt an 11-star grand barrier, even Beltor would have needed to use his full capabilities. In other words. The test was over. Wait, just wait. Where are you going in such a hurry? An ore like you needs time and effort polished to reveal its true value, dont you know? Yeah, I know the situation outside isnt a joke. Thats why Im telling you. Its better to take your time to train here rather than going out and dying like a dog. With your potential, you could learn the new spatial barriers Ive developed! The previously grumbling adult was reced by nearly childlike excitement and wonder. Yes. Jinhyuk knew all along. Although he had continuously denied it, this man loved the field of barrier magic more than anyone. Because he held such affection, he had the right to despise and hate it. Unfortunately, I have to decline that offer. Eris, Cheon Yuseong, Teresa, Won Young, and the teacher Yoo Yeonhwa, Lee Taemin, Goguma, and everyone else from guilds around the world were fighting. For humanity. To survive. The outside world was conveyed through the status window. -Hang in there! Just a little longer just a bit more! -He will definitelye. Dont give up and fight! -The Samurai Guild has alsonded in Korea. We will join the Battle immediately. Even now, at this very moment. They were waiting for him, risking their lives. My destination is set. Now that his purpose was fulfilled, it was time to return. It was brief, but I am thankful. Thanks to you I feel I can grow more attached to this job. Smiling faintly, Jinhyuk bid hisst farewell. [You have acquired the lostnguage.] [Your second ss change to Barrier Master isplete.] [Your role has evolved from interpreting runguage to creating it.] Following his footsteps new hieroglyphs appeared that he had never seen before. A creator delving into the lostnguage and shaping that world. Haah Why is it that the things I want the most are always out of reach? Beltor ruffled his hair in apparent frustration. But contrary to his words, there was a look of satisfaction on his lips. Give a good show, young Barrier Master. Chapter 298: Something More Important Than Pride (2) Chapter 298: Something More Important Than Pride (2) Haa haa haa Irregr breaths were bursting forth. Her trembling fingers indicated that her physical and magical strength werepletely drained. Alice struggled to lift thest remaining harpoon with agonizing effort. Like a monster Such a damn annoying power. Does that thing even die? Less than twenty left alive The Levistia n members shook their heads in disgust. Already over 300 n members replenished from the shadows had perished. One by one, as they fell, the number unsurprisingly continued to grow. But now, just about 20 were standing unscathed. And that itself was only because the Head of the Abigail family had stepped in. If they had merely crossed their arms and watched from behind, total annihtion wouldve been unavoidable. Seeing Amulram go down, I thought it was foolish but now, it seems quite justifiable. Abigail sighed softly. Despite the Unique Holy Chant being sealed, they thought theyd be fighting a tiger without its wings Seems they were still underestimating the situation. However. The relentless battle was nearing its end. Only a single step remained. You were truly magnificent. It wouldnt be an exaggeration to call you the strongest head the family has ever seen. [The Unique Holy Chant Phantom Tree Scythe awakens.] Kieeeee! Therge eye on the scythe began to scream ferociously. Thoughcking a mouth, the thunderous roar resonated throughout the city. Whisk! Abigail vanished like smoke, using a blink-like spatial movement. In an instant, she had sped behind Alice and raised the scythe high. So fast. Alice reflexively swung her harpoon. Offsetting it was obviously too much but if she could at least twist its trajectory. Crack! The harpoon was split in a single blow. Forgetting the long weapons characteristics, Abigail wielded the scythe with preposterous speed. Aaagh! Blood spurted from Alices body. Living up to the Unique Holy Chants ultimate cutting force, the harpoon made from Blood Road couldnt possiblypete. Alice managed to steady her quavering legs. She had to move. Only through continued motion could shest even a little longer. To run now? No, is it to buy time? Huhu. Its amusing how you pick the most foolish actions to the very end. Abigails lips curved upwards. With her back turned, this signified a firm grasp on victory. They say a wounded beast is the most dangerous, but that only applies when it still has the strength to retaliate. Apletely exhausted beast only ils pathetically before being dethroned. Skeet! Skreek! With each movement of the scythe, fresh streams of blood followed. Her clothes, now ragged, were barely recognizable as such. Ah haa. Haa Alices breath grew even rougher. Despite her blurry vision and unresponsive legs, she forcibly moved them. But, having lost all sense of direction, her body staggered repeatedly. Why. Giving up so soon? Run a bit more. Struggle like an insect trying to survive! Abigails taunting continued. But why was it? No anger could be felt. Perhaps she had epted her fate more than I thought. She never imagined she would face her end with such equanimity. If only one regret thest thing she wished for Just once more. She wanted to see the face of her contractee. If there was any lingering attachment, that was it. Thump Alices knees hit the ground. Atst! Do it! Kill her! The avenger of our kin! The shame of our n! Waaaah! The spectators who had watched exploded with a furious cheer. Much like the crowd thirsting for blood as diators fell defeated in a colosseum. Dont worry too much. Ill sever your head quickly so that you wont even feel the pain. Abigail brought the scythe to Alices neck. A cold sensation trailed from her neck down her cheek. With that, the brief journey had ended. Alice quietly closed her eyes. Vroom! The sound of the scythe swishing horizontally resounded. But just then. Whoooosh! A strange gate appeared before everyone. Simultaneously, unfamiliar runes surrounded Alice. ng! The scythe was blocked. Time seemed to stand still. Thud! In less than a second, Abigail maintained distance. My scythe blocked by a barrier? Impossible. Such a thing couldnt exist. But even facing the reality before her, she could not remain in denial forever. At that moment. Whoooosh! A green light flickered on the surface. The gate, adorned with unknown runes, was freed and a man appeared, dressed in a ck long coat. In one hand, a typical sword. In the other, a silver gun. It was Jinhyuk. !? Alice slowly lifted her head. Vitality returned to her dimming eyes. You shouldnt be here. Its dangerous Why? Why did youe? Why? Why, when she had given up on life and bent her convictions? After sacrificing everything to save him. Why why did the very person concerned end up here? Her voice trembled. More violently than the emotions she had been repressing. Yet, she was deeply grateful that Jinhyuk hade here at this moment. Without a word, Jinhyuk took off his coat and draped it over Alices shoulders. Then, he slowly rose to his feet and faced forward. Step. His steps were cold. Even the sound of his footsteps settled with an eerie tranquility. Did you make our little vampire cry? He asked. Who was the cause of all this? Abigail met his gaze with a smirk. What will you do if thats the case? Youll die. Suuurrr The sword de extended. Click! A runic bullet was chambered. An insolent human. Do you know who youre talking to! I will slice that man myself! One of the n members drew a rapier, lunging forward. Fast and precise. His skill at inserting the sword into an opening was wless. Its over! But. Thump thump thump! The vampire who had been smiling confidently was split apart. The incident unfolded in an instant before he could react. Sshhhhh The sword scattered blood onto the road. Youre next. Me? You mean to tell me you, a mere human, are challenging me, the n head? Overconfidence due to a peculiar barrier is a grave mistake. You, a mere n head, are overestimating your worth. If I couldnt handle you I wouldve nevere here in the first ce. Your words. I look forward to hearing them again at your death. Abigail nodded toward the remaining n members as a signal. Then, as if waiting for that moment, they ready themselves to move. Huh, hes fearless A human meddling in our affairs. Hes gone mad. He knows how to handle a sword somewhat. Thats fine. Even so, its just one. Even three of us could block that strange sword. Let me show you the difference in our level, you greenhorn. The vampires, who couldnt even budge against Alice, approached with confidence. From somewhere, wolves as big as bulls stood beside the vampires. Pasyod Wolves: one of the vampiric famrs notorious for their difficulty to tame, yet known for their relentless pursuit until their enemys breath is cut. Grrrr Woof! Woof! Woof! Levistia vampires and an overwhelming number of Pasyod Wolves. All bared their fangs to eliminate Jinhyuk. What a ridiculous turn of events. Just because hes human, their attitudes changed so drastically. You all are not worth my time. Above all, there was no need for that. Come forth. At Jinhyuks call, The Bind that Connects Conviction activated. Chasms in the dimension stretched far and wide. Within them. Belus and Ophelia appeared. Damn you How dare you do this to Lady Alice! Ah, this time its Lord Abigail. Our lord really does stir up incredible incidents wherever he goes. Then. Thud! Thud! Thud! Thud! More footsteps echoed through the connected Bind. Shortly after. A massive war cry followed. Krooooah! Woooah! Prepare for battle! The extraterrestrial species of the tower known as Trolls, whom Jinhyuk had encountered at the Freshwater Lake, arrived. Leading them was Karakal, who first greeted Jinhyuk at the forefront. Having naturally been concerned since it had been some time since thest encounter, it was clear, fitting for a hero of the Troll race, that he had made remarkable progress. His strength had grown exponentially since theirst meeting. Of course, even with such growth, individually, they couldntpare to vampires. Instead, they boasted an army at least ten timesrger than the vampires. It was time to show that quantity could trump individual might. Human. We havee to fulfill our promise. Tell us what we must do. Karakal rested a lengthy spear on his shoulder. Take care of the small fry. And you? Ill take the head. Among them, there was only one person who could defeat Abigail. Good. We shall obey yourmand. Karakal gestured to the soldiers behind him. Km. Prepare to assault starting from the left in groups of three. Well limit the mobility of the Pasyod Wolves while focusing on taking them down one by one. Understood. Ill arrange it immediately. With a g at the center, the Trollmanders moved swiftly and orderly. Before one could blink. Well-formed troops shed across the cityscape. Kaboom! Boom! The collision of heavily armored monsters caused a tremendous shockwave. Screams! Roar! Blood and flesh flew as a massive battle unfolded. What, what is going on now! Abigails face appeared as if her soul had left her body amidst the sudden upheavals. She knew it was critical to react immediately. However, she was clueless where to even start. Right I must alert Excension. Hes not too far away; if I ask for help, hell be here right away. Regardless of unforeseen variables, it made no difference. If Excension and the apanying Ataraxia vampires came, they could suppress any variables with ease. But then. You shouldnt be looking away, should you? Jinhyuks voice came from behind. Kaboom! Arggh! With a heavy impact, Abigails body was flung to the side. The Phantom Tree Scythe wildly swung through the air, but Jinhyuk had already distanced himself. Tch! Without a sneak attack, youre nothing but a Huh? A chilling sensation. Abigail felt a cold shiver down her spine asyers of runes began to form. Here Ie. An odd magical force rose around Jinhyuk. Lost words and Through the Ancient Barrier copied from Beltor, the strongest barrier manifested. [An 11-star barrier Ecliptic Zodiac (Sʮm) unfolds!] At dusk, the stars aligned to form a constetion struck by ster light from the sky. [The Sagittarius of December awakens!] Chapter 299: What’s More Important Than Pride (3) Chapter 299: Whats More Important Than Pride (3) Chapter 299. Whats More Important Than Pride (3) Sagittarius Open! Woooong! A dazzling light flickered in the sky. The ability to reproduce the power of the constetions. The gathered light grewrger andrger in size. It appeared like a massive meteor about to hit the Earth just before impact. It wont be easy to sh through with that scythe. The arrows of Sagittarius wererge-scale attacks that enveloped a wide area. They specialized more in offense than defense, unlike a unique holy spear Well, its probably the worst matchup in terms ofpatibility. How could a human possess such power Abigail stuttered, looking up at the sky. The magic coursing through her skin was not inferior to that of any n Head. At that moment. Kwakwakwakwakwa! Arrows made of starlight shot towards the ground. A long beam of light struck exactly where Abigail stood. Kwaaaang! Clouds split apart, and white mes surged from the ground. The blow was not merely about piercing with an arrow; it carried the will to burn the target to the bone. [Abigail has activated Lv38 Wailing of the Phantom Tree!] Kieeeee! A shrieking noise erupted from the giant eyeball on the scythe. A wide-range shield. And there were fiveyers ovepped. But It was no use. Chercherk! Cracks appeared on the surface of the shield. The fissures gradually widened. Chiiieeek! The brilliance dug into the interior of the shield. Aaaaagh! A scream of agony burst from Abigail. Nevertheless, even after summoning the Zodiac, Abigails breath did not cease. To take a hit head-on would have been enough to dispatch a spectre with a single blow. As expected of a n Head, is that it? The scorched wounds were swiftly healing. The regenerative power unique to vampires was as legendary as the tales. Ellis What are you that youd interfere in our ns affairs, which have nothing to do with you humans! You Are you really turning all of us into your enemies just to protect one ousted n Head? Do you truly believe that child is worth such a sacrifice? Abigail gasped for breath, one after another. Well. You say that as if its a losing deal. The connection made in the Hallway was significant, indeed. However, the time spent together was barely a year. It was not enough time to risk everything for someone. Thats right, isnt it? So if you quietly hand over the kid, we wont touch you. In fact, our five ns could even join forces to support you. Huh? What do you say? Thats much better for us both. It was a tempting offer The world has things that cannot simply be resolved through cost-benefit analysis. Above all. I would rather cherish one troublesome littledy than all of your helpbined. Here, he drew the line. There would be nopromises. Jinhyuk raised his gun forward. Click! A bullet reinforced by a barrier was loaded. Ah, dont make meugh. No matter how much of a monster you are, you used a strong attack just now You cant possibly use another skill of simr power in quick session. Abigails eyes widened in defiance. In other words. It was her turn now. Kwoong! As the scythe struck the ground, dark clouds gathered in the sky. [Eye of the Wraith, Lightning Sanctuary has been activated!] A giant eye appeared amid the cloud, brimming with ominous energy. At the same time. Pazhatz! Chizik! Red lightning began to sh. Arge-scale magic covering the entire downtown. All the view seen by the floating eye was within its range. Run if you can. If youre able. Abigail was about tomence a massive attack. However. Jinhyuk did not budge an inch from his spot. There was no reason to run. And even less to dodge. Didnt I tell you from the start? If I couldnt handle someone like you, I wouldnt havee here in the first ce. [The Ancient Barrier unfolds through Lost Language!] A suitable stage for this battle existed. And he had the power to adorn it. [Lv5 Select Battlefield has been activated.] He made a promise on the day they first met. If you make a contract with me I will surely grant that wish. [Corridor of the Fallen is reproduced.] The scene changed around them. The darkness where the moon and stars had disappeared. It remained a ce left behind only by the ravages of time and the fleeting loneliness. Solo Max-Level Newbie Trantor This was the cradle of an ousted n Head, And the grave of someone consumed only by hatred and anger. Ellis silently stared at a point in the corridor. The throne at the center of the hallway. The very throne where she had been exiled and spent an eternity. Crying and screaming cursing herself Ellis von Ataraxia. Jinhyuk slowly began to speak. As per our contract, I will now kill those who took your ce and once again restore your title as the Head of Ataraxia. So that you will never shed tears again. [The unique ability Shared Fate has been used.] [The target is Ellis von Ataraxia.] Paztsutsutsu! Behind Jinhyuk, a ring modeled after the suns corona appeared. Immense magical power surged. The heat of fire and blood melted the exterior walls of the surrounding buildings. [The unique holy armament Revtion of Apocalypse is activated!] Ellis signature technique, also known as the ultimate arms. It felt hot. It was as though every nerve in his body was being scorched. For a moment, he nearly lost consciousness. . He understood upon activating it. Just how immense Ellis abilities were. Without even an armor, just manifesting the ring is this powerful? Theres no exaggeration to being one of the absolute rulers of the tower. Yes. Even with such power She only knew suffering. With the activation of the ability, those feelings and memories were shared. All the harrowing past and the struggles. Swish. Jinhyuk reached out his hand. Red mana stretched from the ring of fire through the gun he held. At that instant. Kwaang! A banging sound sted through the air that was too monstrous to be called a gunshot. A red magic bullet pierced through the atmosphere. .eh? A gasp of air escaped Abigails mouth. Now. Her right arm was gone. From the shoulder socket, what should have obviously been there was not visible. Aaaaah! Her screams followed, but terror overwhelmed the pain. She hadnt even realized the shield was broken. Unsightly. Unable to block or react. Die, die! Abigail swung her scythe instinctively. The best defense was offense. At this point, she nned to utterly devastate the area in any way possible. Kukukukuku! Magic condensed around the giant eyeball, and before long A judgmental lightning storm reminiscent of the apocalypse began tosh down. Yet. Right before the lightning that fell towards Jinhyuks head touched him. Sergeuk! The lightning split. A blood-red saber emitting a murderous aura moved with unseen velocity. Thus. The thunder falling from the sky began to be sliced apart. It Its impossible Abigail could only feel shock for a brief moment. Almost simultaneously with cutting the lightning. Jinhyuk drew out a long weapon made of blood. The finishing touch was dealt by that very weapon. [dimirs Harpoon is activated!] A long spear used in a state of unique holy armament. Ukkuk! Blood rushed up to his mouth. Overloading his body with too much power caused a system shock. But, He had to endure. Just this one time He focused all his umted magic from shoulder to fingertip. The harpoon twisted like a twister. Twisting and spinning to maximize rotational force. This is the end. From his fingertips. The harpoon disappeared. Brighter andrger than any bullet, it violently crossed the void. Faster than the speed of sound, it leapfrogged even the space itself. Thwack! A chilling sound of flesh being sliced echoed. However, he could not witness Abigails end. His consciousness blurred. His sight clouded over to ck. [You have seeded in killing thest descendant of a great family.] [You have rescued humanity from a great crisis that urred outside the tower.] [This event will be recorded in the Hall of Honor for the uing day.] [Rewards will be given.] [Lev] That was all he seemed to notice before losing consciousnesspletely. *** The fight was over. To be precise, it was merely a brief respite before the gate of Shub-Niggurath would open. Sapak. Perhaps due to the connection with the 50th floor? A snowfall descended across the country due to a weather anomaly. Snowkes fell tenderly on the ruins of the city, as if mourning the dead. After a whole day passed, people began recovering from the shock and started to clean up the aftermath of the outbreak. And now. VIP room of Hanguk University Hospital. Thank you. Han Sangjin, from the Korean Awakeners Association, entered Jinhyuks hospital room and bowed at a 90-degree angle. There was no need to check the Hall of Honor to know which guild yed the most significant role in the outbreak. Or who led that guild. People knew. But. Thank you my foot! The patient needsplete rest right now! If anything goes wrong, are you going to take responsibility!? Ellis, Teresa, and Andriana shouted at once. Y-yes? Going to take responsibility!? So-sorry. Han Sangjin stepped back in surprise. Is yer Kang Jinhyuk really that seriously injured? Yes. Its a serious injury. He must remain absolutely stable. Ellis nodded firmly. Hmm. That does seem to be the case. Alright, well leave it at that for today. Indeed, expressing gratitude in front of a patient takes a backseat to recovery. Han Sangjin, after making sure to convey good wishes, left the hospital room. Damn it Just call a healer instead. Jinhyuk barely managed to speak. He appreciated the concern, but simply being wrapped in bandages like a mummy wouldnt heal wounds. Isnt it supposed to? I just wrap a few bandages and heal up. Youre just inherently strong because youre a vampire. How about we try praying to God? Could you please stop advertising sainthood? Before I actually convert. Hehe. I usually recover almostpletely after a good sleep. Isnt that the same for everyone? Lets not talk about you. Youre basically a boss monster. Mogi! Marengi pulled a magic stone out of her mouth. As if to generously offer up her treasured possession, her pumpkin-colored eyes shone brightly. Surely shes not suggesting eating this stone to recover. Because if thats the case, it would be deeply saddening. Master. Ill get into some hot water and boil up some bone soup if youd like. As a calcium lump, just gulp down a bowl and wounds like that will heal in a snap. T-Bone joined the conversation. His head felt increasingly dizzy. Probably an illusion. Probably Lastly. Dont worry. Ill operate on you properly. Chen Yuxing unsheathed a scalpel. It seemed that all of his followers were out of their minds. Chapter 300: An Unstable Pause Chapter 300: An Unstable Pause It seems everyone has gathered. Youve all heard why were here? In the ck Martial Hall (), a particrly secretive ce within the Heavenly Demon Cult, several individuals had assembled. Sitting arrogantly in the seat of honor at the center was Samaja, the Left Protector. The one to speak was the Heart Devil Commander, ranked fourth in the cult. Weve heard all about it. Those foolish ones. If only they had kept the focus on them outside the tower, our great endeavor would have proceeded smoothly. Who knew Jinzo would die? I thought they were quite strong, but it all ended too anticlimactically. Chae Hong-ah and Bae Cheon-mu each added theirments. With ns already set to march onto the martial world and consume everything, even the empire, this turn of events had put a wrench in all their machinations. At that moment. Calm yourselves. Regardless of those fools sess or failure, with the power of our cult alone, we have enough to sweep away both the martial world and the empire. Samaja, who had been silent until now, stood up. All eyes were fixated on him. With the Heavenly Demon suffering internal injuries and in hiding, our cult has had an unusually long period of seclusion, quietly observing the brazen Martial Alliance and watching the western empire pollute thesends. But the time of enduring all this humiliation ends today. A wing-broken eagle is no longer an eagle. Merely a relic of the past and something that must be settled. If everything in the Heavenly Demon Cultes down to the logic of power naturally, a new Heavenly Demon is needed. Precisely. It was time for him, the Left Protector, to make his move. Heart Devil Commander. Yes, Your Excellency. The Heart Devil Commander bowed respectfully. Whats the status of our preparations? Everything has been taken care of as ordered. Would you like to see for yourself? Indeed. I am quite looking forward to it. Samaja leisurely raised his hand, and the Heart Devil Commander immediately approached a wooden pir. At first nce, it seemed like an ordinary pir, but as internal energy was injected, drastic changes began. Boom, boom, boom! With a loud noise, the floor of the annex slowly began to open, revealing stairs descending underground. What, theres such a facility here? What is this, Left Protector? This is! Those who had been standing nearby eximed in surprise. Despite spending their entire lives within the Heavenly Demon Cult, none of them had imagined such an immense facility hidden beneath the annex. As said before I have invested a long time in this endeavor and prepared many things. So all you need to do is have faith and follow properly. A smile crept up the corners of Samajas mouth. Beneath the stairs. In an interior lit by torchlighty a number of Jiangshi that defied imagination, asleep and awaiting their mastersmand. From blood Jiangshi and poison Jiangshi to the yin-yang Jiangshi capable of facing top-notch experts, and even the top-tier celestial Jiangshi. These were the strongest Jiangshi, both those captured by the Blood Sect and those nurtured through the Heart Devil Commander. In a month after destroying Kunlun, we will seize control of the entire martial world. Ah! But before that, we should put our house in order first. Where are the Right Protector, that old man, and his disciple now? They are currently outside the tower. Consumable offerings will be required in abundance, but what good timing. Or perhaps, its thanks to that theyve saved their lives. Samaja smirked. Shall we assemble a pursuit team? No, leave them be. After all, a person who relies solely on the Shadow Corps is incapable of aplishing anything. The Amhwang and his disciple could be slowly dealt with when they return to the martial world. With the Jiangshi and the main elite forces of the Heavenly Demon Cult, killing the two of them would be no difficult task. Outside the tower, the talk was all about the outbreak that had urred three days ago. [The hero who saved humanity] [What happens to the members of the High-Level Corporation? Aprehensive summary of the rankers and their specialties.] [Comption of individual interviews] [Saint Teresa of Amsterdam proudly deres her affiliation, saying Im proud to have been a part of it] [Gang Jin-hyuk, previously known to have hidden his identity, is revealed to be a famous BJ!] Various articles stered the inte andmunities. There were many clickbait stories and lies, but they also evidenced how much the stock of the High-Level Corporation had risen. sky: Were alive again thanks to Jin-hyuk this time. nk: I really thought I was going to die. Buildings were copsing and roads were shattered. min: I used to think the tower incidents were other peoples problems, but after directly experiencing this, I realize just how serious it is. Lily: ??. Seriously. I thought I was going to die of fear. BlindWatcher: Does everyone know? Theyre doing a live broadcast of the memorial service today. ANKEY: ??. Heard about it. Its not long now, if its at 3 PM. Narang: Its at Daejeon National Cemetery, so if youre nearby, go check it out. kimy: Yeah, we should watch. We need to honor the dead. byMiniBridegoom: Sigh. Its gratitude, remorse, and also sadness. jxh: After this, I really think yers deserve even more respect. Theyve fought with their lives on the line for us. 11: Right. They definitely should. Shortly, a live national broadcast began. It wasnt through the Tower of Trial broadcasting system but via the official channel of the Korean Awakened Association. With a crisp sound, Jin-hyuk, Cheon Yuseong, and Teresa appeared dressed in ck suits. All spotlights focused on the three of them. SugarDaddyJuice: Oh, theres Jin-hyuk! IdoYeon: Cheon Yuseong and Teresa are here too. MinKyungBoo: Wow, such a dazzling lineup. Arkajoo: Jin-hyuk pulls off a suit well. kupi: A man with wounds is cool. Thrilling! FridgeMa: But cant they use healing skills? Whys he got a bandage on? Thousands of mourners, reporters, and a chat window hustling with activity on the screen. Look, Jin-hyuk saved all these people. Despite that weve lost far too many. Jin-hyuk offered a bitter smile. I heard that thousands of yers died just in Korea. The number worldwide was tens of thousands. With such estimates, the actual number could only be higher. If you dwell on what was lost, you cant move forward in life. You did your best, achieving results hard to believe. So hold your head high with confidence. Cheon Yuseong ced a hand on Jin-hyuks shoulder. To think he would say something like that. Yeah, maybe it does give me a bit of strength. Those alive must continue living for tomorrow. kyaakyaakya: Look over there! Samurai Guilds Takeshi came too. ParkHeeSu: Yeah, that guy came to return the favor to yer Gang Jin-hyuk. McDoriaKetchupThief: They said they lost over a hundred guild members this time. eeeeee: Yeah. The damage was devastating. pri: They fought at the very front to save the refugees, against that goat. Mojo: Good loyalty. BlueGreenery: Makes me see them in a new light. Are you here? I, a mere human, am so honored to meet your divine presence !? Takeshi tried to speak, but Jin-hyuk quickly interrupted. What was he about to say in front of the whole nation? Quiet. Yes? Silence is golden you know that saying, right? Ah, understood. Regret poked at Jin-hyuk a bit as Takeshi bowed his head sulkily. Perhaps one day he would have to tell Takeshi the truth. At that moment. Jin-hyuk,e on over. The ceremony is about to start. Teresa called from the front, waving her hand. Yes, Ill be right there. Jin-hyuk made his way through the crowd of reporters and mourners. In the flurry of falling snow, Pure white chrysanthemums were ced in front of the graves. One for the citizens who died in the outbreak, Another for the yers who died trying to save them, And ast one for the soldiers and police officers who threw themselves into the fray without any supernatural abilities or skills. Bang! Bang! Bang! A brief memorial followed the sounds of the gun salute. pri: At least it ended safely. Mirinae: Can I finally breathe a sigh of relief? Sage: Not yet. Its not over. jew: Yeah. That gate hasnt disappeared yet. SpaceFortress: Is there something stronger? him: What about the one controlling those ck goats? Low: Since it makes weird crying noises, you can see the goats moving around. It must be giving them orders; looks like its the boss. ButterWaffle: Its magic is off the scale, incalcble. Its impossible to deal with. YoonJaeSun: If ites out, itll be really dangerous this time. kkh: They say all guilds are pooling their efforts to find a way to close that gate. TrustMe: Sigh. It really is worrying. A voice of relief followed for having survived the immediate threat. At the same time, there were significant concerns voiced over the gate that had yet to open. That made perfect sense. After all, they had only bought themselves a little time. The root of the problem remained unsolved. About a week left, I suppose. Jin-hyuks gaze drifted to the distance. The massive gate was still floating in the sky. Within its shimmering surface, Countless barbed teeth seemed to protrude, warning that they could burst out at any moment and reduce everything to nothing. The next day. At arge pension located in Gapyeong, an interesting gathering had been formed. On one side under an umbre, Jin-hyuk was seated with Amhwang, Ellis, and Wol-yeong, While on the opposite side, Chu Heon-ling and Cheon Yuseong had taken seats. Teresa had arranged to join them after shopping for clothes with Andria outside the tower. What started as a simple gathering had ballooned into a huge affair because one person after another wanted to join. Even so. The meeting of two notable figures was something else. Just looking at it gives me shivers. And to think they would meet outside the tower in swimwear, of all things. Chu Heon-ling, whoughed elegantly, contrasted with the stern-faced master. On the outside, it seemed they werent bothered, but a subtle battle of nerves continued between them. Chu Heon-ling, wearing a graceful cardigan and a wide-brimmed hat,y on the sunbed. Her sunsses on, sipping a tropic drink with bobbing ice cubes, she looked like she was on an overseas trip taking selfies for Instagram. How she adapted so quickly to this world was beyond me. Did Cheon Yuseong give her private lessons, perhaps? In contrast, the master had sourced a full-bodypetitive swimsuit from somewhere. Properly dressed with a swim cap. Cough. Disciple. The clothing in your world is extremely ufortable. Well, it must be. That muscle mass you have was too much for the swimsuit, and it tore apart. It couldnt have beenfortable. As Jin-hyuk was about to hold back his true thoughts, it happened. Oh my. In my opinion, maybe Amhwangs brain is so muscr that it puts extra strain on his clothes. Hes always been clueless, picking out clothes like that. Chu Heon-ling took a sip of her drink. Dumb? Did you just call me dumb? Suddenly Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh! All the water in the pool surged up into the sky. Aaaah! Whats happening? Is it an earthquake? Could it be that the outbreak has started again? Guests staying in the opposite pension screamed out in fright. Cheon Yuseong let out a small sigh as he nced at both of them. This feels anxious. I agree. And so Their vacation outside the tower began. Chapter 301: Deep Waters Pool Party Chapter 301: Deep Waters Pool Party Well, its not too bad. Jinhyuk nodded his head as he looked at himself in the mirror. Sunsses, a white t-shirt, and denim shorts were his choices of apparel, quickly shopped for just beforeing here. Wow, Boss. You look awesome? Why dont you dress up like this more often? Undine and Sylphid uttered small words of admiration. At first, he just thought the department store staff were ttering him with emptypliments. However, seeing the elemental spirits reactions, it seemed they were not entirely just sales talk. No doubt, the biggest difference was due to his level of physical activity. Even though he had been working out, there had still been a bit of b from his long career as a BJ. But ever since the Tower of Trials became a reality, he had managed to maintain a perfect physique. His tight muscles, barely visible through the loose fit, and hair styled with wax must have yed a part. Thats when people starteding to the poolside, each in differently styled swimsuits. The first to appear were Wolyeong and Cheon Yuseong. Master, I feel quite vulnerable in these unarmored clothes. Isnt it somewhat risky? In case of an unforeseen incident, it might be difficult to protect you. Wolyeong, dressed only in swim trunks, looked visibly ufortable not having his sword with him. On the other hand, Cheon Yuseong casually pulled out a beer from the cooler and imed a sunbed. Hmm. Well, an asional change of pace isnt too bad. Its not like he was at some celebrity photoshoot. His statue-like appearance was as consistent as ever. Just lying down and drinking beer he looked picture-perfect. Then, Ellis, Teresa, and Andria joined the scene. Waaaah! Jinhyuk-nim, is this what they call a pool? The weather in Europe has more cloudy days, but Korea seems much nicer. Its not even cold considering it just snowed. Andria wore a white bikini that matched her snow-white hair, while Teresa chose a blue one thatplemented her golden locks. Wow. In more than one way, they were both remarkable. Especially Andria, who seemed to be getting used to her gumiho powers, fully manifested her fox ears and nine tails. Lastly, Ellis, in a ck swimsuit, gazed intensely at Teresa and Andria. .. Ellis poked Jinhyuks shoulder. Return me to my original form. Why? Quit the chatter and just do it. No way. It consumes too much mana. Stay as you are. Snap! Cough? A clear handprint appeared on Jinhyuks back. Why is she throwing a fit and making a fuss on such a fine day? Such a total child, I swear. Jinhyuk clicked his tongue while shaking his head side to side. Then, the real fun in the water began. Moggy! Moooggy! Goguma wagged his tail on top of a floating tube. Yes! Yes! Going again, Boss. Bigger waves this time! Undine energetically created waves in the water, just the right height for enjoyment. But then. If you desire waves, allow me to create them for you. Amhwang entered the center of the pool, gathering his inner strength. Whooosh! In an instant, a massive wave rose from the end of the pool. This needs to be stopped immediately. If left unchecked, this vacation would end before it even began, with the pension potentially being swept away. Master. Jinhyuk opened his mouth calmly. What is it? Ive heard your martial prowess is unparalleled in the martial world. Truly a well-deserved reputation. Hmmph! Well, its not incorrect. So, how about a little wager with me for some light-hearted fun? Huh? A wager with me? Amhwangs eyebrows arched up with a mix of interest and curiosity. Of course, its all for fun. Its not like I have any real chance of winning against you. Fine. A bit of entertainment never hurts in such gatherings. What shall the contest be? I heard that supreme experts can move things without touching them. Ah, you speak of Hugongseopmul (̓Քz). Naturally, I am capable of such a feat. As expected. Your martial skills are truly beyond measure. Im speechless with admiration today as well. Jinhyuk looked as though he was on the verge of tears, even pinching his thigh with his fingernails as if to shed a tear for real. Hmmph! Hmph! It seems my disciple does know a thing or two. Its true, there are few in the martial world who can match me. Perfect. The prey has taken the bait and is now in the box. Lets make it apetition to see who can lift something higher. Watch closely. I shall show you the pinnacle of my inner power. Amhwangs gaze turned sideways, as if searching for something appropriate. I have decided. Moggy? Goguma started rising slowly into the air, soaring over 10 meters. To lift something as heavy as Goguma over 10 meters is truly impressive. Who knows how deep his inner strength goes? The penalty shall be training in seclusion with me for the next ten years. There is much Ill have to teach you. Amhwang grinned confidently as if asking if Jinhyuk dared to continue. But the grin on Jinhyuks lips was even more pronounced. Now its my turn. [The unique ability Triple Magic has been activated.] [Levitation magic has been selected.] Moggy! Goguma smoothly soared higher, easily passing 50 meters above. Wait a second! Amhwang shouted in panic. Thats cheating, isnt it?! It should be lifted with inner power. If you use another ability you possess, then I never said I would lift it with inner power, did I? Uhh? I merely said the one who lifts higher wins. Why bother with inner strength? When theres such a convenient and effective method like magic. That, thats Just remember, you forgot to buy garlic to go with the meat. Just go straight down the road to get some for us. Maybe you could encounter a ten-ton truck along the waythat would be splendid. A getaway to the northern wilderness and a few days of recuperation would be even better. *** Several hours passed in this way. It was only after a lively day that things began to quiet down at dusk. Of course, the holiday wasnt over. It was just beginning. Sizzle sizzle. The aroma of grilling meat tantalizingly filled the air. The highlight of a pension stay, without question, involves feasting. Or, to put it another way, how scrumptious the meat, vegetables, and alcohol are. .. .. Eyes met eyes. Breaths became sharp, and eyes gleamed like prowling beasts, sparks flying between them. Right then, a piece of meat reached the perfect level of juicy tenderness. The air shifted abruptly. Everyone instantly recognized that this was the most delicious piece at that moment. Cht Thwack! Ratatat! Chopsticks cut through the air. Activating their inherent powers to grab the first delicious slice. A chopstick, which had vanished due to the Shadow Killing technique, suddenly re-emerged, seizing the meat. Ill dedicate the first piece to you, Master! However Using Soul-severing Sword, Chuhon Saeyoung snatched the meat away from Wolyeong who had picked it up. Huh? Hmph! Figures thats the extent of the Demon Cults skill. Then, Amhwang rallied his Heukcheon Mahwanggong (ck Heaven Demon Emperors Power). Dark energy surged along his wooden chopsticks. How dare you touch the Demon Cults food? Ka-boom! Both the chopstick and the meat disintegrated into dust. What are you doing? Theres no grace in that! Its better to destroy it than to let the righteous faction take it. Especially from a slimy snake like you. What now? You treat precious food so poorly, I might just have to stick the chopsticks through the center of your forehead. Theres aw outside the Tower that says so. How amusing. A righteous factionckey presumes to discuss thews of the martial world and even those beyond the Tower? If youre able, why dont you just try it? Crack! Amhwangs muscles swelled as if they were about to burst. But Chuhon Saeyoung stood firm, returning the intensity blow for blow. A battle between a sleek Gangnamdy and a hefty, old neighborhood man who had just finished a heavy drink. Hmm. Id rather be fighting the ck Goat. Jinhyuk pressed his temples with his finger. Fortunately, Teresa invoked Stars Blessing to protect the remaining meat. Otherwise, dinner could have turned into an unidentifiable mess of protein molecules. At that moment Jinhyuk-nim! Here, try this. I wrapped it up for you, hehe! Andria offered him a wrap with a bright smile. She seemed to have put in an effort to learn from Teresa, as it seemed quite nicely done. In Korea, its traditional to wrap things up for family or friends. Hm. They say for someone you like, you fill it with affection by adding plenty of meat, garlic, rice, kimchi, and so on. Teresa ryed fervently from a shing green search window. Thanks. Ill enjoy it, Andria. Even in such times, there are still people who bring a bit of beauty. Jinhyuk happily epted the wrap and took a bite. Yeah. This is tasty? Proportions were spot on. Even included a double serving of meat. Andria pped her hands with bliss at thepliment. Who would guess shes a boss guarding a level of the Tower? Shes nothing but pure innocence itself. My turn will be special? I tried making it Western-style. Teresa handed him her own wrap. Oh ho! Instead of pork belly, she used sausage with mustard. Eaten together with rice and fried eggs, it naturally drew out exmations of delight. But then Wrapping Such an interesting culture outside the Tower. To honor my dear disciple, allow me to wrap one specially for you. Once more, a curious contest of nerves erupted. Chun Gongja. Here. Open wide. Ah-ah~ M-Master, please be mindful of your dignity Oh dear. Are you refusing something offered by your master? I might be so sad I could die. All right. Cheon Yuseong sighed softly as he received a wrap containing not one, not two, but three pieces of meat. Perhaps I feel a little pity for that thing being under such a master. Jinhyuk watched Cheon Yuseong with a sympathetic gaze. Phahaha! Poord. Righteous ones can never be as hearty. Amhwang loaded up burnt meat into a wrap, topped with an abundance of ck kimchi. A man should eat in two bites, not more. Take it. No pity required. Here resides an even greater monster. Plus I cant losewith the amount of love involveduh-huh, not at all. Muttering to herself, Ellis frantically worked her tiny fingers. Then she presented something the size of a basketball. Eat. Huh? Eat it. This? Yes. Everything. Dont leave a single bite. Got it? . At first nce, it looked like a pagoda made entirely of meat, easily ten stories high if not more. Just the lettuce alone was from thirty heads, and it seemed like she poured the entire rice cooker into it. Its hard to tell if this is an offer of a wrap or an assassination attempt; either Buddha would flee from this amount. I need to get to the upper floorsfast. I must escape this hell as soon as possible. Chapter 302: Prelude to Invasion Chapter 302: Prelude to Invasion A peaceful morning. The residents of Cheonghae Castle started their day as usual. Merchants, with dreams of a sold-out day, arranged their wares, while herbalists gathered in groups, heading to the mountains to dig for rare herbs. Damn it. Why does this mountain terrain seem to grow rougher by the day? A middle-aged man with a bushy beard cursed. His breath smelled sour from an arduous hike. Quiet down. Its a blessing that the damned Demon Cultists cant easilye over here because of this terrain. True, with these treacherous paths, those scoundrels wouldnt dare to approach us. The rugged and narrow mountain paths were a natural fortification. Thus, the Kunlun faction was able to effectively prepare for any advance by the Heavenly Demon Cult. But just then Argh! An old man up ahead let out a choking gasp. Whats going on? What happened? All eyes were on him. I, Ive found it! A ginseng, a giant ginseng! It was a centuries-old ginseng. Ohooo! I knew I felt lucky today! Beaming smiles appeared on everyones faces. Selling such a ginseng could provide afortable life for a lifetime. But their joy was short-lived Crunch! A hand darkened with blood burst through the abdomen of one of the shouting men. Blood dripped from the arm. Keugh eeugh? A Jiangshi covered in red blood. A Bloody Corpse. Its the Demon Cult! Aaaagh! Run away! The herbalists tried to flee in terror. However, taking even a few steps was brutally difficult for them. Thud, thud, thud! The forest quickly stained red with blood. And shortly after, amid still-warm bodies, a group of shadows appeared. Leading the group in a long ck robe was the Heart Demon Commander. Around him were handpicked experts from the Specter Corps and more Jiangshi. Any others? No, it seems weve caught all the herbalists. Good. The Heart Demon Commander nodded in satisfaction. Have we scouted the size of the enemys forces in the vige? While the Head of the Unburdened Faction is at the peak level, if we exclude him, there are no particrly formidable individuals. The remnants of the Kunlun Sect can be dealt with by simply entrusting three Yin-Yang Corpse to me. Ill sweep them all away. Lets kill them all before sunset. Hehehe. They all spoke with ardent fervor. Anxious from a prolonged seclusion to wield their swords and kill, malevolent intent surged within them. The hour of Hai is ours. Dispose of all of them. We shall spend the night here. Understood! At the Heart Demon Commandersmand, massive dark clouds began to loom over the mountain. *** When Jong Mu-Ryang received the report of the Demon Cults attack, the situation had already spiraled out of control. There are three hundred Blood Corpses and over twenty Yin-Yang Corpses. And there are even new types of Corpse that weve never seen before. Looks like theyve been developing them in hiding. The biggest problem is that the Heart Demon Commander, ranked fourth in the Demon Cult, is leading the charge personally. This isnt just provocation; theyre hellbent on destruction. Head we must make a decision. The mood turned serious. Although messages were sent to the Kunlun and the Wu-Lin Alliance, the chances of surviving until their arrival seemed slim. Yet fleeing would brand them cowards and dishonorable for life. For a warrior, pride and honor were worth more than life itself. Therefore The only choice left was to kill as many as possible even in death. Ive decided. Swoosh! Jong Mu-Ryang drew his sword. Lets wipe out these filthy Demon Cult bastards. Who will stand with me? Ooooh! Well stand with you, Head! Ill send at least five with me on this journey! As their fighting spirit soared Boom! The Unburdened Factions gate shattered. An ominous voice echoed amidst the dusty rubble. No need to go far. This ce shall be where youy to rest. How did they! Did they take down everyone outside already? Though they expected to hold out for at least an hour. The breach was too quick. Unnaturally so. Apostle Ak, from the Specter Corps. At least know whos reaping your lives. A hulking man with teeth-like swords stepped forward. Beside him stood around thirty Bloody Corpses, drenched in blood from numerous kills. Kuk! To think that right after ending our seclusion, wed stir up another war. Will there never be peace against your brutal kind? Such a long tongue you have. In a world where the weak are prey to the strong, cruelty and cowardice are but the nonsense of the weak. What are you waiting for? Kill them all. As Apostle Ak nodded, the Jiangshi, drooling a dark fluid, charged forward. Talk was unnecessary, this was a battle for life and death. Boom! sh! The Unburdened Factions experts, wielding des of energy, collided head-on with the Jiangshi. Screams! Screams! Blood and flesh flew, while screams pierced the sky. The swords merely scratched the Jiangshi, yet they tore the warriors from the Unburdened Faction limb from limb. How could these Corpses be so powerful Theyre immune to energy These arent ordinary Blood Corpses. Be cautious! The Blood Corpses, enhanced by the Demon Cults secret techniques and the Heart Demon Commanders unique martial arts, were three times stronger than typical Blood Corpses. Even those experienced in war were caught off guard. Boom boom boom! The tide of battle quickly turned. The venom concocted by the Heart Demon Commander was so vicious, a mere scratch twisted the life force, sending victims into madness. Those with stronger inner energysted a few exchanges, but the less skilled fell into frenzy and death. Gugh Screams! Cough! Cough! Kuk! More than half of the experts had perished. Only one. Jong Mu-Ryang continued to sh through Jiangshi with his energized sword. Five Blood Corpses scattered into pieces. Impressive. They said there was someone beyond the peak. You must be that Jong Mu-Ryang. If you think you can break the sword of the Proper Faction by fighting dead corpses, youre gravely mistaken. Heh. Good. Entertaining. I was worried I wouldnt have a chance to use this one. Pale Specter, its your turn. Silence A new Jiangshi stepped forward. Its eyes were sewn shut, and its body was pale as snow. Blue veins writhed as if the mere sight induced nausea. Huuh Jong Mu-Ryang regted his breath. This Jiangshi must be the unfamiliar type reported. Cant be careless. Lacking a life force, it was impossible to gauge its depth. He assumed it was stronger than expected and prepared to invest everything in his first move. Fwooosh! Refined energy flowed through his meridians, ring intensely. [Activate the 5-star Taehu Dragon ying Sword Technique!] A signature technique of the Kunlun Sect. His sword filled with 5-star energy, aimed to slice the heavens. Now! Jong Mu-Ryang moved like lightning. His trajectory drew an elegant arc. And then Thud. This became hisst move in the world. Ah He hadnt seen how the adversary attacked or how he himself had fallen. The end was swiftthe mere result of death. The realms were entirely different. Monster like On the brink of consciousness, Jong Mu-Ryang thought: The wars he had fought in the past were nothingpared to the massacre about to unfold. *** Fresh from his vacation outside the Tower, Jinhyuk headed straight to the middleyers. So, this is Luoyang. The location of the headquarters of the Martial Alliance and, concurrently, the pce of the current emperor. Its more impressive at night. Several timesrger and more ornate than the Imperial Capital. When Jinhyuk reached his destination, night had already fully fallen. As expected, nobody could enter or leave the city after sunset. [1rge Protective Array and 72 medium-grade defensive formations are currently activated in the Luoyang stronghold.] Appropriate defenses for the capital were in ce. Itll be impossible to just march through the main gates then. The watch was too strict to find another feasible entry. Damn. I have goods to deliver inside by tonight. Ill catch an earful for missing the deadline. It cant be helped. Even the nobles arent allowed in after hours. Those nearbymented, all just missing the cut-off time. Yet their grumbling was but momentary, as all soon sought lodgings with resigned steps. Jinhyuk alone remained on the empty streets. Or more precisely, there was one other. Arent you giving up too easy? A shaggy-haired man approached him. Young. Barely past twenty, his scruffy appearance suggested a rogue or a beggar. Im not fond of sleeping rough, plus Im short on time. I have to get inside tonight if possible. Then why didnt youe earlier? You knew about the curfew. Indeed. If he had wished, he could have arrived earlier. But That wouldnt be fun, would it? Pardon? They say these city walls are the strongest in the middleyers, right? I want to see if the reputation holds true. A new challenge was always thrilling, especially if it was something he hadnt tried before. After all, back then, with the Heavenly Demon and such, he didnt have the leisure for this. Puhahaha! Man, youre something else. I thought you were a bit odd, but turns out youre beyond that, quite the character! The manughed heartily, delighted by the response. Yet, Jinhyuk was pleasantly surprised, toonot expecting this encounter. Who wouldve thought Id meet this man here? Coincidence really is a surprise. Jinhyuks lips curled into a smile. Chapter 303: The Passage to Luoyang (1) Chapter 303: The Passage to Luoyang (1) Beggars Sect. A sect affiliated with the Nine Martial Arts Factions. To be precise, it was more akin to a group of beggars. But in terms of intelligence, there is no one in the entire martial world that can match them. Given the sheer number of beggars possessed by the Beggars Sect and their omnipresence, it was natural that they would be privy to a vast array of stories and gossip. And the youth before me He was one of the elders of the Beggars Sect, better known by his nickname Twelve-Faced Beggar than his real name. Ma Hye-ryang. Despite his actual age being well over seventy, he maintained such a youthful appearance because of his martial art that allowed him to change his face. But, what truly interested Jinhyuk was not simply because this man was an elder of the Beggars Sect. Meeting him like this really brings back old memories. Ma Hye-ryang, while an elder of the Beggars Sect, was simultaneously a spy who had turned his back on the orthodox factions to serve themands of the Cheonma Sect. In the past, it was this slippery character that had caused much suffering in the martial world. It was only at the very end that his betrayal was discovered, but by then, it was far toote. The Martial Alliance had crumbled, and a tragedy unfolded with people backstabbing each other out of suspicion. Still, after a desperate struggle, conditions to breach the next rank were barely met, but that didnt mean the memories of that time were forgotten. This time, I will repay the debt incurred back then. The corners of Jinhyuks lips curled upwards. Now that he had seen through the opponents identity and motives, all initiative in any forting scenario was squarely in his court. Especially when dealing with someone who possesses the Eye of Gluttony, one shouldnt y games. Name: Ma Hye-ryang Gender: Male Age: 73 Level: 127 Strength 85, Agility 77, Stamina 60, Magic Power 8, Internal Energy 59, Sorcery 171 Unique Ability: Eighteen Dragon Palms Skills: Human Skin Mask Lv35, Poison Making Lv34, Taming Whip Technique Lv34, Anti-Demon Heart Method Lv33. [Copy Requirements: Delusion is the element that has decided the rise and fall of humanity. Currently, Ma Hye-ryang is attempting to recruit or eliminate you while concealing his identity. Maintain the illusion that his ns are progressing smoothly while acquiring at least three opportunities or critical pieces of information. If aplished, you will be able to copy one of Ma Hye-ryangs unique abilities or skills.] Indeed, the Eye of Gluttony can only be described as overpowered. Ma Hye-ryang thinks he is perfectly disguised Ill y along with the deception and use you thoroughly. Pretending to be innocent was something Jinhyuk mastered. Jinhyuk shrugged nonchntly. Theres room to try a few things. I have a certain expertise when ites to barriers and arrays. Hmm. Do you really think your so-called expertise will be enough? If you make a mistake and get caught, it will be instant execution. Thats my concern. The question is what business do you have crossing the city walls without permission at this hour? And why reach out to me as if were close? A sharp retort. Granting ess too readily could breed suspicion. A proper push and pull was needed to eventually lower ones guard. Ha ha. I dont have any ulterior motives. I was just outside collecting alms, and I happened to miss the time to return. If I fail to deliver the quota by dawn, Id be dead meat at the hands of the boss. I was simply looking for an opportunity to slip back in. And just then, I happened to see you. We both need to get inside then. Thats right. Ma Hye-ryang smiled readily, nodding his head. Believing there was now some rapport, he broached the main topic. Actually, I know a secret passage into the city. Its a ce I was going to give up on because its too dangerous to go alone. How about it are you interested? The bait wasid out. Hmm While the original n involved breaking the formation and attempting a new challenge With Ma Hye-ryangs appearance, ns would have to bepletely revised. I must seize the opportunity to copy his skills. Whatever else, Ma Hye-ryangs Human Skin Mask would be truly advantageous. Being able to change ones face is a tremendous benefit in its own right. If Iter transform into someone from the Pursuit of the Dead, I could manipte Chun Yu-seong like a dog. The thought of training his temple disciples was electrifying. Alright. Lets do that. Thats great. It would be reassuring to have you join. Ah! Wait. Before we depart, may I ask you one thing? A favor? There is apanion of mine. I was wondering if we could go together. Is that alright? Ma Hye-ryang momentarily disyed a suspicious nce. Instinctively wary of this new variable. But itsted only an instant. Lets do that. Though judging by the mood, you might not proceed without yourpanion. Thanks. Just wait here for a moment then. Jinhyuk moved away from Ma Hye-ryang to find a suitably secluded spot and tucked himself away. Infusing magic energy Whoosh! The Ring of Braham he wore responded. [The seal is being released.] Please! It was a genuine mistake to load the lettuce wrap with wasabi. Ive already apologized countless times! Eris appeared, shielding her head with both hands. With exnations of the ins and outs done So, youre saying you need my help? The moment the word favor was uttered, Eriss demeanor and even tone changedpletely. She became as haughty as if poised to pierce the heavens with her pride. Ill be cautious and all, but that guy is very sly. I need you to watch our back just in case. Ah, you want me to utilize the beauty trap. Huh? It means that you want me to sway him with my beauty and poise, doesnt it? Well, with my looks, it wouldnt be surprising if men lost their minds. Indeed, I am like a rose vested with thorns, and yet bees relentlessly buzz around, unaware. Eris preened at her reflection in a nearby stream with a sigh of admiration. Fine If she wanted to think that way, let her. Though it seemed more like watching a granddaughter prance around in a talent show But there was no need to counter and upset her grace. So, you will help? As the one bound by contract speaks so earnestly, how could I turn a blind eye? But, what is due is due. Eris extended her palm towards Jinhyuk. Obviously, it wasnt gold that the wealthy lord of Ataraxia demanded. She was simply asking to indulge in her favored tastes. Salmon sushi, buckwheat noodles. And cheese pork cutlet on top of that. Make it more interesting. Ill treat you to mint chocte from Baskin-Robbins for dessert. A half-gallon size no less. Do you wish to die? When did I ask for poison as a gift? Youre really picky Alright, you once mentioned wanting to see Lotte World? How about a trip there? The mention of an amusement park caused Eris pupils to quake. A recreational spot for humans she had only seen on television. Unlike the dangerous and forbidding amusement park she knew from within the tower, this ce was a symbol of never-endingughter. Snow Huh? Snow waffles. Abination of fluffy, cloud-like white cream, sweet red beans, and bread all in one? Im so curious about the taste. Pfft! Why do youugh? Even I have the right to eat! No, its not that. Waffles. Ill absolutely buy you as many as you want. With that, their deal was struck. Momentster, the two headed towards Ma Hye-ryang. Eris changed her distinctive silver hair and crimson eyes with magic. ck straight hair and obsidian-like ck pupils. Her fair skin and red lips now took on the typical appearance of a martial artist. This is you have a beautifuldy with you. Is this fine woman your betrothed? She appears to be a refineddy from an esteemed family at first nce. Your low-born eyes are keen. I am the great Atra Ouch! Jinhyuk pinched the back of Eris. Not from a noble family, shes the youngest daughter from a famed business family. She hasnt formally trained in martial arts, but she has a reasonable amount of physical strengthnothing to be a burden. Its vital not to appear too strong. So that Ma Hye-ryang could consider taking her hostage if need be. A hidden card must be yed that way. Ha ha. Its fortunate she has some foundational strength. As expected, Ma Hye-ryang was pleased. And with a slimy smile, he pointed to the opposite direction of the pce. Then, before it gets anyter, let us depart. If we go a little further, we will see the passage. Following Ma Hye-ryang, they arrived at a rocky hill. It was such an ordinary hill that one would have passed by without a second thought, had they not been told. But then Gentlemen! Please make sure to tread exactly where I step as we follow this path. There was a very narrow gap hidden between the shadows. The secret passage hed referred to. If through this passage Indeed, thats why he guided us here. A non-standard method to enter the pce, one of the few known in the martial world. This area, in particr, housed one of the most infamous creatures known to the martial world. Jinhyuk chuckled. The opponents intentions were clear, which only brought out hisughter. Trudging along the passage, even the faint moonlight eventually vanished. Instead, rocks stuck to the walls emitted a faint glow that lit the way. I will go ahead a little to check the path. Please wait here for a moment. Especially the preciousdy, as it might be dangerousdo not follow. Ha ha. Ma Hye-ryang took the lead and disappeared. This reeks of suspicion. Why would he offer toe with us and then act on his own? Let him be. There must be something here he needs to secure. No matter how hard he searches. Whether that day will evere While Jinhyuk was contemting how to handle this character, a notification chimed. [A message and an item from cksmith Orun have arrived.] [Would you like to check?] Finally. The item long awaited had arrived. Jinhyuks heart began to pound wildly. Chapter 304: The Passage to Luoyang (2) Chapter 304: The Passage to Luoyang (2) Thump! Thump! Thump! I had waited far too long for this moment. It felt like decades had passed in anticipation for this weaponspletion. Finally I can check it out. Luckily, Ma Hae-ryang wasnt present. Judging by the signs, it would be a while before she returned. So Jinhyuk took out the greatsword he had received from Orun. Woosh! An interspatial gate opened revealing The dazzling de. [Multiple items have been used as materials for enhancement!] [The relic that slew the magic dragon awakens!] [Dragon yer Sword, Valmond C Purple Grade] Attack Power: 321,700 Weight: 105kg Durability: 550,000/550,000 Effects: One of the strongest offensive weapons among the relics below the 49th floor. It can sever dragon scales with a single blow and holding it increases all stats by 10%. (Magic power consumption increases.) [Special Active Mythical Reproduction: You can possess the power of the legendary hero Siegfried. The extent of the power reproduced depends on the casters capability and growth, and all magic power is exhausted upon use.] Several changes had been made to Valmond post-repair. Firstly, withplete durability restoration, the weight increased from 37kg to 105kg. Squeeze A heavy sensation could be felt coursing through his hands. Even with a Strength stat of 109, the weight of 105kg was challenging to manage. No, it might feel heavier due to the pressure of handling a supreme relic. One thing was certain. It was a pleasantly satisfying heft. Moreover, the special skill attached to the weapon was the ability to reproduce the epic of a living hero. A ridiculously powerful effect. I knew better than anyone that it shouldnt be possible But I couldnt resist the urge. My fingers were itching to try it. Wow this is really cool. Ive never seen anything like this before. Even Elis, with her eyes wide, couldnt help but exim in admiration. Right. Shes likely never seen a weapon of this caliber. An unimaginable amount of materials were used to craft this. I had amplified the Catalyst of Decay, which I bought from the coin exchange before heading to get Valmond, using Intermediate Purification Stones and Whispers of Steel. That was the groundwork for the enhancement. Then Orun put his skill to work, using Armor Breaker and Grey Heart as sacrifices. Orun must have been overworked during this whole process, not getting proper rest even in his sleep. How is it? Does it look good to you? Yeah. Elis nodded earnestly. Give it to me. What? Its a pretty sword, and it would fit perfectly in my collection. When you hear something so preposterous, youre at a loss for wordsthats exactly the situation. Even Retriever would have done a somersault upon hearing it, right? Hmm. This should be enough for you. Luckily, I didnt throw away the remains of the Armor Breaker that Orun had sent. A gnarled piece of wire resembling a twig fit perfectly into Elis hand. Huh? As Elis nkly stared at the twig, Jinhyuk activated his personal status window. Ding! Name: Kang Jinhyuk Gender: Male Age: 28 Level: 122 Strength: 109 Agility: 58 Stamina: 67 Magic Power: 273 Rift: 100 Luck: 10 Adaptable: 78 Pure Energy: 82.55 Avable Stat Points: 21 Coins: 10,562,377 Job: Master of Runes Unique Abilities: Fusion, Sword Grave, Stars Blessing, Judgment of Anubis, Blood Magic Qi, Mand, 1 Second Invulnerability, Thousand Poisons, White Beast, Sharing All Fortunes, Sun Sanctuary, Diabolic Heavenly Sovereign, Triple Magic, Giants Blow, Dragons Breath, Speed Sword, Tombgraves Right Arm, Berserker, Wind Domain, Shadow Assassination, Blood st, ck Tears, Tombgraves Leg, Monster Strength, Core of the Legion, Ancient Barrier Skills: Too many to disy, summary mode enabled. Having dealt with Abigail, my level increased by 7. For a n leader, its a tremendous amount of experience. Ive risen seven levels in one go despite being in triple digits. Ill invest it all into magic power. Given Valmonds magic consumption, I need to pay more attention to magic power stats. [Magic Power will increase from 273 to 294!] [There are new items stored in the interspatial inventory. Would you like to check them?] Among the items that I acquired right before losing my memory, there wasnt a single easy one. The most eye-catching was certainly the weapon Abigail used. The Levistia familys supreme magical artifact. The Scythe of the Phantom Tree. A relic with overwhelming power both in closebat attacks and using hemorrhaging magic. I couldnt imagine the synergy it would create when used in conjunction with Elis abilities thanks to Sharing All Fortunes. I knew the drop rate was atrociously low, practically 0% monopolizing skills truly are a game-changer. The effect of getting the best drops allowed me to obtain relics I could only dream of before. But just as I was about to check the scythe, ! I sensed that Ma Hae-ryang was rapidly returning. Ill have to check out the rest of the itemster. I closed the status window. It wasnt long before Ma Hae-ryang returned, having finished her business. I took care of a few dangers for us. I handled them rather well. Her face beamed pleasantly, which was utterly disgusting. Because I knew too well what she was capable of. Her sleeve concealed something squirming subtly. A creature feared even among martial artists. The Loneliness. Its as I thought; she wanted to acquire the Loneliness that inhabits this passage. Yin and Yang. The pair of parasitic entities possess a rather unique mechanism. If the victim consumes Yang, the Yang immediately finds a ce in the victims brain. In the event of a betrayal or disobedience, it releases unbearable neurological toxins promptly. Its not something the will of man can endure. This power has forced even lifelong martial artists to betray their sects and ns. Moreover, Loneliness caught in this ce, steeped in negative energy, would be even more potent. Ma Hae-ryang had purposely guided us here to feed us the Loneliness. Hehehe. This greenhorn, skilled as he may be, is merely my prey once hes entered this ce. Just thinking of him shaking in terror gets me thrilled. Ma Hae-ryang smirked inwardly. This passage was built for the royal family to escape in the event of an enemy invasion into the pce. During urgent circumstances, the traps wouldnt activate, enabling safe passage for the royalty, but like now during peacetime, numerous deadly traps would be active. It was to prevent those with malicious intentions from entering. Of course, Ma Hae-ryang knew the location of each trap inside out. No matter how clever they are, if I time it when theyre focusing on evading a trap, they will have to sumb to the Loneliness. The so-called double trap. Using this method, he had subjugated over ten masters to the forces of the Thousand Demon Cult. Foolishly acting as if hes walking on air C but there wont be a next time. He was determined to finish the job next time. Ma Hae-ryang hobbled on, limping forward. As we ventured deeper, we reached the site of the second trap. Nine total. Corridors sprawling like an anthill greeted everyone. Camouged talismans, colored to match the dirt, were also carefully hidden from sight. There are a lot of passages. Do you know which way to go? It doesnt matter. Beyond there, I smell sweet blood thats hard to resist. Hey. Oh my, no. I mean, these dark corridors are so scary. Will you protect me? Elis clung to Jinhyuks arm, making a fuss. Her over-the-top shrieking was ridiculous. Ill never have her act again. I know the location. However, due to my injured leg, I cant lead the way. If you follow the third corridor straight on, you should be able to reach Luoyang soon. Lets do that then. Jinhyuk took the lead. Straight towards the corridor with the Cliff-Edge Formation. And closely behind him followed Elis. He fell for it. Now was the perfect chance to create an opening. No matter how agile he was, he couldnt protect both his ceremonial partner and himself at the same time. Ma Hae-ryang clenched his teeth, preparing to pull out the Loneliness once more. When his quarry lost bnce and clung to the edge of the cliff, that would be the prime moment to administer Loneliness. However Step. Once more, Jinhyuk stopped right before the formation was about to activate. Just a bit more. Merely a cun (about 3 cm) away was all that was needed. Yet he stopped right there, as if he was ying a joke. Arent you going? Just a moment. My legs are a bit sore from walking so much. We need to hurry if we are to arrive before sunrise. I understand, but my legs dont seem to get the message. What? One more step and they might go on strike? There was no choice. While he was spouting nonsense, I had to push him from behind. Ma Hae-ryang slowly approached Jinhyuks back, who was talking to his legs. And he reached out with no hesitation. But just before his palms touched his back, Jinhyuk vanished. Oh, my back. Maybe Ill just sit down for a bit and then go wait, why are you here? AAAAAAAAH! Boom! Ma Hae-ryang, who had fallen off the cliff, squirmed with his entire body. He was lucky to be alive. Only thanks to his profound inner strength. If it were any ordinary person, their body would have turned to dust. But the excruciating pain throughout his body was inescapable. Ugh ugh Deep groans escaped Ma Hae-ryangs mouth. Had his luck been that bad? Something had gone disastrously wrong. Are you alright? You seem to be in quite some pain You didnt get hurt too badly, did you? Do I look alright to you, you rotten Huh? That thought shed through Ma Hae-ryangs mind. The concerned face of Jinhyuk looking down from above. Somehow, it seemed like he was faintly smiling. Chapter 305: The Passage to Luoyang (3) Chapter 305: The Passage to Luoyang (3) Even after that, several traps appeared, but Ma Hye-ryang could only grit her teeth in frustration each time. The events unfurled in a terribly close shave, each failure almost painfully disappointing. But with each failure, her conviction only intensified. Next time. Next time She was certain of sess. Her opponents were so stupid, naive, and seemingly clueless. Now, having brainwashed herself, she was filled with the single-minded determination to seed and a festering hatred within. Ughhhh Are you okay? Im not sure how terrifying that King or whatever is, but looking at you now, it seems like getting hit might be preferable. Having a broken leg would be better. It was a situation that could easily turn life-threatening. Fine just shut up and keep walking. Im saying this because you dont look okay. Even if youre weakened, this seems way too extreme. Isnt it? Or, if youre going to beg anyway, why dont youe under me? I could use you as a porter at least. Just let me know if youre interested. Aaaak! Aaaaaak! Ma Hye-ryang mmed her forehead against the wall. Bang! Bang! Bang! Alright, alright, Ill leave if thats what you want. Should I be worried about death? Even saying thanks makes a fuss. Isnt that right? Yeah. To anyone else, you would look like a dead body. The name Foolish Corpse would fit perfectly! Shh. Keep it down. Theyll hear. Let them hear. Thats the point. Jinhyuk and Elisabeth giggled together. In times like these, they got along famously. For those on the receiving end, it was so maddening it was like foaming at the mouth with rage. Ill kill them. Ill surely kill them, enve them for life after feeding them Solitude. Ma Hye-ryang swallowed her thirst for vengeance internally. Finally reaching the seventh checkpoint. This was thest trap before arriving at Luoyang and a trap that was a whole different dimension from the previous ones. Whoosh! A faint energy could be felt flowing through the charms attached to the walls. The grand spell had beenpleted. Now! Ma Hye-ryang bit her lip hard enough to draw blood. As blood seeped into her mouth, a red aura surged in all the areas around her, except where she was. Kwa-Kwa-Kwa-Kwa-Kwa-Kwa! [The Red Viper formation activates!] With the spell activated, restraints appeared in the passage, forcibly binding any intruders. Kwaak! Kwaak! Jinhyuk and Elisabeth were bound in the blink of an eye. What is this? Jinhyuk feigned a nervous voice, stiff expression, and body movements oozing panic. A near-perfect score of 98 out of 100. Wow. Im. Shocked. My. Body. Cant. Move. What to do. Big. Trouble. Elisabeth also unted her armszily, reading her lines as if from a textbook. Regret filled him, sincerely wishing he had brought someone else The acting was painfully bad. Keh-he-he Kah-ha-ha-ha! Finally caught you! Ma Hye-ryang burst into manicughter. Whats this Did you do this? We were getting along fine. But why? Just. like. that, you didnt notice at all. You werepletely. tricked. Elisabeth. Yeah? Can you keep it down before I shove wasabi up your nose? My patience is starting to wear thin. Ill, Ill be quiet. I can be really quiet, you know. See. Haap! Elisabeth securely closed her mouth. Unbelievable. Even in this situation, you only jest. Well, you wont know whatsing, might as well bex. Ma Hye-ryang pulled out a repulsively-looking insect from her sleeve. It was Solitude. Kiiii Solitude wriggled its legs desperately, eager to enter a body. That moment Solitude takes root in your body, youll absolutely obey my words. Kah-ha-ha! Now, Ill return the humiliation I suffered tenfold. As one of the righteous factions, the Paebang, to use such methods How many people have you stabbed in the back? Some mustve died unable to bear Solitude? Thats none of my business. If they stupidly choose the wrong side and die, its their own fault, isnt it? Besides, if those pitiful lives serve the greater cause, they should be grateful to die for it. Ma Hye-ryang approached with a full-faced smile. *Damn Part of the n or not, the thought of ingesting that thing was honestly revolting, especially since Solitude was such a nuisance. But. To let Ma Hye-ryangpletely believe that everything was going ording to her n, there was no other choice. Jinhyuk clenched his eyes shut. Gulp! Something dreadful slid down his throat. [You have been afflicted with a status ailment!] [If you fail to obey the target, you will suffer permanent and lethal damage to your body.] Red alerts popped up one after another. A throbbing pain already began in his brain. Forget it. Resisting only prolongs the pain. Yes, normally thats correct. But not in this case. [A 5-star barrier Partial Interruption activates!] As soon as Jinhyuk knew of the trap, he was prepared. The barrier he had drawn earlier before entering the passage was now infused with magical power. And almost simultaneously, in the next instant. [Your unique skill Blood Demon Qi activates!] [Your unique skill ck Heaven Demon Emperor Technique activates!] A dense negative energy began to rise from within his body. His unique demonic energy was exactly what Solitude relished the most. The barrier ensured that all magical energy would flow to an optimized location. Kiieeee? The parasitic creature that had been fretting suddenly purred contently, stretching outfortably. The pain swiftly subsided. Good. Of course, none of this showed on his face. He maintained an expression of agony, crucially showing that he would not submit to the opponent. Of course, the unknowing Ma Hye-ryang could only be bewildered. What, what is this? As time passed, the onceposed face of Ma Hye-ryang twisted into a grimace of horror. No one had heard of a human resisting Solitude through all of history. Even the grandmasters of Shaolin had sumbed to it, hadnt they? However. Kuk! The subject was still alive, their eyes still gleaming with life. Undoubtedly. It was unbelievable, but the man was fervently resisting Solitude. The Chief must be interested for a reason. Ma Hye-ryang couldnt even fathom his mental strength. But she couldnt afford to just stand and marvel. If she were to allow this to continue and fail her mission, shed have no face to show to him. It cant be helped. Ma Hye-ryang drew a knife and pressed it to Elisabeths throat, threatening to slit it if the resistance continued. Screaaaaam! Surely, even you wont just stand by and let your betrothed die. Thats right. Thats right. Youre not thinking of leaving me to die, are you? Elisabeth acted every bit as if she were a damsel in distress. Well settle thister for real. Wait Okay, I understand. I wont resist. I wont resist. Jinhyuk bit his lower lip hard. But just let me ask one thing. Im so curious I cant stand it. You really are difficult. Go ahead and say your damned piece. Where is the Heavenly Demon now? They were nowhere to be seen when I visited the Heavenly Demon Cult. It was a weighty question. Ma Hye-ryangs mind raced. With a hostage and focusing all his energy on resisting Solitude, there was no room for error. And, had he asked something else, she would have refused to answer, but Should she protect the imbecile who was harmed in a foolish battle against the 50th floors inhabitants and ended up with internal injuries? She weighed her mission against a flicker of curiosity. The contemtion was brief. Of course you didnt see. That fool is currently in Luoyang. What? The Heavenly Demon in Luoyang, the heart of the Martial Alliance? Indeed. That idiot abandoned our beautiful sect, seeking a yellow stone, saying it was essential. Thanks to that, Left Guardian and the Chief could gulp down all the power. Yellow stone The corners of Jinhyuks mouth lifted. Everything made sense now. Has your curiosity been satisfied? When you be my puppet, youll naturally learn much more. Thanks. Impletely relieved now. Then, now Huh? Ma Hye-ryangs eyes widened in shock. The man who should have been securely bound, Jinhyuk, was moving freely. Cling! The knife pointed at Elisabeth gyrated aimlessly in the air. The formation? I told you. If its this kind of thing, Im pretty confident. Now, all your cards are on the table, what are you going to do? Dont be mistaken! You think I came here unprepared? Ma Hye-ryang roared as she retreated. That very moment. Kwaang! Bang! Three blood-corpses burst out of the ground, red all over. Kraaaaagh! Koaaaah! Kieeeeh! These were several times mightier than the blood-corpses that ravaged the Blue Sea Castle, top-grade corpses bestowed by the Death Sorcerer himself, meant to confront the most formidable masters. Kill the woman and bring that man to me on his knees at once! However. The smugugh from the issuing orders soon faded. Pop! Huh? A strange sound echoed from behind. The corpse that had grabbed Elisabeth suddenly had its head torn off. Who dares toy a hand on me with such a filthy undead? Elisabeth, as if mildly irritated, casually tossed the corpses head aside. Crack! Crunch! The other two corpses were bent in half and tumbled to the ground. How impossible Shes not just an ordinary girl Ordinary was an understatement. Though she appeared fragile, Jin-jo was stronger than an ogre in grip strength. You, it seems youve been gravely mistaken Jinhyuk smirked. No matter what you intend, its useless. After all, Im right above you in the pecking order. Damn it Realizing the gravity of the situation, Ma Hye-ryang attempted to flee in panic. As always, types like her boast confidence until things go awry, then flee first. Thump! Jinhyuk quickly caught up and kicked Ma Hye-ryang in the back. Keuuurk! Already battered and exhausted, Ma Hye-ryang couldnt dodge even a simple strike. Now. How shall I deal with you? The first idea that came to mind was, of course, the de Its a waste on a sword. I cant tarnish it with filthy blood. Its not a sword meant for the likes of her, especially not for its maiden cut. It should be reserved for a worthy opponent. Jinhyuk retrieved a new weapon from his spatial inventory. [The Levi?ta familys symbol acknowledges its new master!] Abigails scythe made of spirit wood emerged. The scythe, shaped like a crescent moon, drew a sinister curve with a daunting glow from the eye inset in the center. Meanwhile. [You have sessfully obtained 3 fortunes and information!] [Solitude is now under your control.] [You have acquired information regarding the Heavenly Demon.] [You have obtained information about the location of the Moonstone!] [Skill Human Skin Mask has been copied!] [Human Skin Mask] Difficulty to acquire: A Description: Allows you to mimic any targets appearance, and as your mastery in martial arts grows, the authenticity can be further perfected.] Copying the skill was also a sess. Everything worth taking from the enemy had now been extracted. I thank you for the information. I never imagined youd be this helpful. Considering the past, he should have made her suffer even more. But considering what shed just done forget mercy. The countless number of lives she had sacrificed, betraying their families and ns to be ves, and the several times more that had brutally died, dictated that she deserved to taste true bitterness. Theres something perfect for you. And you should be looking forward to it. With a tap of the scythe on the ground. [The special skill Tree Where the Specters Reside activates!] Ku-ku-ku-ku-ku! Purple-lit tree trunks burst from the ground. What what do you n to do? Well. I intend to grant you eternal life. The spirit tree sucks the fluids and mana out of a person. At the same time, it keeps the prey alive for a very long time, so they wont die easily. So cherish that dearly preserved life that youve been so eager to maintain. As long as you can, at least. Gurgle! Gurgle! The trunks wrapping around her began to suck fluids from their hosts body. Aaaargh! Ma Hye-ryang screamed, her voice tearing through the air. For about a thousand years or so she will stay alive in this passage. Unable to die even if she wishes for it. Chapter 306: Martial Alliance (武林盟) (1) Chapter 306: Martial Alliance () (1) In the heart of Luoyang. The leaders of the nine factions, symbolizing the Nine Martial Arts Schools, gathered in one ce. Ever since the Heavenly Demon Cult proimed a war and announced their entry into the Central ins, all martial arts factions had been on high alert. So Yoo-hyun of the Mu-Dang faction. Ha Ryo-hwa of the Hwa-San faction. Dan Mok-il of the Kunlun faction. Gul Jung-gil of the Open faction. Hyae Myung of the Shaolin faction. All of them were elders, esteemed masters from their respective schools. It was no easy feat to bring such esteemed people together, but considering the severity of the situation, they couldnt shake the feeling that it still wasnt enough. Where is the Alliance Leader? Hes on his way back from his business. Should arrive within a day two at thetest. What a headache. Of all times, he is out in the northern provinces when we need him most. My apologies. Our leader has such an independent streak Haha. Left without a word, and it took some effort just to find out he is in the North. Ha ha! Perhaps it is all Buddhas will. Lets not be hasty and wait patiently. Amitabha. Various remarks were passed around among them. Just then, If we wait for days on end, itll be toote. The Jiangshi prepared by the Heavenly Demon Cult are strong and swift. Qinghae Castle has already fallen and the northwestern region is in jeopardy. Soon, even this ce, Luoyang, will eventually fall into their hands. Someone had broken the silence, speaking from a position outside the circle of seats. A woman with short hair and a pure appearance. It was Chu Hon Sa-yeong. And next to her, with an impassive face, were Chen Yu-sung and a slightly tense-looking Theresa. So Yoo-hyun, who had been silently listening to Chu Hon Sa-yeong, sighed deeply. Then, does Chu Hon Sa-yeong wish for us to ept that previous proposal? Yes. I believe that is the only way. You are aware of our position on this, I presume? Of course. I know it well. But I want to say, once again, lend your ears to reason over emotion. Chu Hon Sa-yeong had repeatedly made the same proposal, but the Martial Alliance had decisively rejected it. And for good reason. What Chu Hon Sa-yeong proposed Was none other than seeking help from the yers. Certainly, some yers had risen to a level worth considering for their prowess, like Chen Yu-sung and Theresa who were present. However, the problem was that the key individual now had a lot of bad blood with the martial world. Even the representatives of the Five Great Families will soon arrive, but all of them have suffered at the hands of that person. There are those who have even lost disciples. Dan Mok-il of Kunlun added. Elder Dans words are correct. For us, rescinding the kill order was a major concession. They had already lost precious talents from their factions in the lower floors of the Tower. Not something to be simply forgotten and moved on from. Oh my. So even if the entire martial world turns to a sea of fire over that small incident of the past, there is nothing to be done is that what you mean? Chu Hon Sa-yeong! A sea of fire. You exaggerate too much with your words. Ha ha ha! This isnt the first time the Heavenly Demon Cult has invaded the martial world. We too have hundreds of mighty experts at our disposal. In addition, ording to the secret reports from the Shadowless Faction, even the Heavenly Demon himself seems to have vanished. While we mustnt let our guard down, we can certainly smash them with the power of the Martial Alliance alone. Without the Heavenly Demon, the strength of the Heavenly Demon Cult would not even be half as potent. That much was amon understanding among all members of the Martial Alliance. And at that moment. Creeeak The door opened. There were still a few hours left before the representatives of the Five Great Families were due to arrive. Who could havee at this hour? As all eyes turned towards the entrance, Excuse me. Im a bitte. Jinhyuk appeared, smiling awkwardly through the gap. No way! How dare hee here! What are the guards outside doing? Hoo Ha ha ha! The representatives of the Martial Alliance raised their voices in rm. You dont seem to be very wee, are you? Elise shrugged her shoulders. Theyre just ying coy even though they like me. Ill take care of this, so just enjoy the show. He hadnt expected things to go smoothly to begin with. In fact, there was no reason to get along nicely with these people. Thud. Jinhyuk calmly walked over and sat down at the table. Jinhyuk. Tsk. Go on, hurry up. Haha. Its a pleasure to meet you again, Master Jiang. The three of them greeted Jinhyuk in their own way. Who said that anyone could juste in here as they please? So Yoo-hyuns eyebrows furrowed deeply. Kookookookoo! The teacups on the table started shaking violently. The cups started to crack. It wasnt just a boast that this young man had broken through the limit of transcendence and reached the realm of super transcendence. Jinhyuk was taken aback by So Yoo-hyuns murderous aura, albeit for apletely different reason. Is this really the strength of an elder from the Mu-Dang faction Its serious. Even in the realm of super transcendence,pared to the Heavenly Demon Cult, the difference was like that of a child. He could visualize the scene of the enemy turning to dust if he used the ck Heavenly Demon Emperor Technique at level 7 or above. I could handle it in twenty moves How could the Mu-Dang sorcerer be so weak after being too used to peace? Then, something crossed his mind. No, its not that the opposition is weak. To the yermunity, So Yoo-hyun would be seen as a monster beyond heaven. Someone only a guilds main force could handle with a raid formation. But. Ive be stronger. He had undergone overwhelming growth and hoarded numerous opportunities. He had grown stronger at an unmatched rate. Perhaps it was because he had recently fought with formidable opponents like Yacha and Abigail, but the other sides clumsy threats sounded like a child throwing a tantrum. Ugh! You! When his disy of force through inner power did not work, So Yoo-hyuns face flushed red with anger. On the other hand, Gul Jung-gil looked at Jinhyuk with an intrigued expression. An interesting fellow. Well then. You obviously didnte all this way to work us up for no reason. Lets hear your motives. What motive. He should be beheaded on the spot! Swoosh! Unable to hold back, So Yoo-hyun half-drew his sword. Calm down, Taoist man. He foresaw such a reaction, and yet hes still here, which means he must have something to say, doesnt it? Well, indeed, there is something I wish to propose to you all, which is why Ivee all the way here. Jinhyuk pulled out a map from his possession. It wasnt just any map; it included Luoyang, the Heavenly Demon Cults main camp at the Great Ten Thousand Mountains, and the entirety of the Central ins. But what brought gasps of shock from everyone was not the map itself, but the numerous arrows and notes written on it. Key locations and routes of movement. Details that constituted first-ss secrets of the various schools and the royal family wereid bare. These were part of information that had been erased, but even so, no one failed to notice that this was extraordinary data. This is Im-impossible, this cant be! How do you know all this? How indeed. Do you guys only recall the great war a mere three times? Ive been through this levels Great War, this makes it the 27th time. Naturally, with countless wars experienced, even if my mind and body resisted, Id inadvertently memorized information. How the enemy would attack, which route they would take to assault this ce, everything. But he couldnt tell them the truth. Ive captured a spy sent by the Heavenly Demon Cult to the Martial Alliance. A man named Mar something. He knew quite a bit, and kindly shared his knowledge during our pleasant conversation. The spy was indeed alive. And obtaining information was also true. Other than the fact that it was a pleasant exchange, most of what he had said was urate. A spy? Who are you talking about? Captured means you currently have this person in your possession? Answer us now! How can you not answer when we ask?! The pressure from everyone continued, But Jinhyuk didnt falter beneath their barrage. Listen to me. Roles seemed to have reversed more than necessary. After revealing so much, youd think they would say thank you, but instead, they demanded everything. They havent quite realized the situation. Its time to make it crystal clear who holds the power here. Im the one offering the information and Im also the one to decide how much to share. Stop demanding more. Frankly, whether the martial world falls or not, its none of my business. In other words we should just dance to your tune, is that it? Exactly. He wondered if he should stamp them with a Good Job sticker. It was fortunate that there was someone smart enough to catch on quickly. Currently, there are seven main routes through which the Heavenly Demon Cults Jiangshi forces are advancing. I can tell you which route will be attacked first. Of course, youll have to pay a proper price for that information. Pa-pay, you say? Of course. Isnt it obvious? Nothing is free in this world. I hear that Mu-Dang factions elixir, the Jaso Pill, is quite effective is that right? Ah! And Hwa-Sans me Plum Blossom Sword is undeniably a fine weapon. Plus, my pet just adores jewels, so load those up too. His outrageous demandsto hand over the treasures of the schools and a massive offeringdarkened the atmosphere inside the council hall even more severely. But only Gul Jung-gil kept switching his gaze between the map and Jinhyuk. Again and again. The silence did notst long. Gul Jung-gil appeared to make a decision as he bit his lip. Part of the information was erased, but the rest alone was enough to assess its authenticity. Fine. When the Alliance Leader arrives, I will speak of this matter to him directly. Hold on! Are you serious? Calm yourselves. It doesnt mean Ive made a decision, but that I shall mention it to the Alliance Leader. A wise choice. Then Ill enjoy sightseeing around the Imperial City while you deliberate. Call me once youve made a decision. Lets go, Elise. Yep. Jinhyuk and Elise leisurely took their leave, retracing their steps. At a ce where a grand waterfall blended with nature. Under the moonlight, Sima Ja slowly began to speak. Shim Masaryong. Do you know of the Blue Dragon? The Blue Dragon. One of the Four Divine Beasts, representing the East among the guardians of the directions. Of course I have heard of it. Shim Masaryong nodded. He too had grown up hearing legends and myths of such supernatural creatures. Tales that usually captivated the hearts of children. However, your Excellency, should we not be focusing on how to tear apart their hearnd? Its understandable that the scenery conjures up memories of youth. But now is not the time to reminisce about old tales. Despite Shim Masaryongs urgency, Sima Ja remained smiling serenely. Thats where youre looking at the surface. Our family is strong, but breaking through the defensework theyveid out is going to be difficult. Especially since the Alliance Leader has even prated through walls. So you mean he has achieved the same level as your Excellency? Indeed. Thus, a meaningless battle of attrition would neither affect the overall trend nor waste our effort and spirit. Then what n does your Excellency have in mind? Havent I asked already? Are you aware of the Blue Dragon? The moment Sima Ja finished speaking, Whoosh! The direction of the torchlight changed with the wind. Suddenly, the view that was before their eyes started to shift. What they thought was a mountain Was not a mountain. This cant be. It was unmistakable. The tens of meters high stone statue bore an imposing and awe-inspiring form of a dragon. As if it had just been moving moments before. To call it a mere statue seemed wrong when every crease seemed to breathe with life. Could it be your Excellency, this is Shim Masaryongs voice trembled rapidly. How intriguing, right? Wouldnt it be interesting for the Blue Dragon, revered for manipting rain and clouds with its orb, to roam the martial world? Sima Jas lips turned upward. The existence of the Heavenly Demon is inconsequential. Whether Yacha or Jiangshi, they were all just parts of the n. From now on, the history of the martial world will be rewritten by my hand, Sima Ja. The unification of the martial world, a task deemed impossible by many, could only bepleted by one person. Kekeke Kahahaha! Sima Ja erupted into maniacalughter, standing before the colossal stone dragon. Chapter 307: Martial Alliance (武林盟) (2) Chapter 307: Martial Alliance () (2) As the storm passed, the interior became noisy again. Soyuhyeon and Danmokil raised their voices vehemently. Do you all actually believe what he said? Predicting the enemys approach? How did that guy suppose to prate their movements? Suddenly appearing and spilling such secrets, we should be suspecting him of being a spy instead. Kek kek kek! The leaders words might indeed be true, wouldnt they? Everyone frowned, save for Hye-myeong and Geoljunggil who burst into loudughter. Especially, Soyuhyeon and Danmokil who were openly disying hostility. At that moment, Cheon Yuseong slowly began to speak. You are quick to doubt and badmouth instead of seeking help. It seems that the decline of a power is the same everywhere. What are you implying? That were inadequate? Danmokils eyebrows furrowed in frustration. It was unbearable to be told of their impending doom. No, you are strong. Everyone capable of changing the tide of battle. A force equipped with formidable martial power and numerous warriors. Who would dare to call the Wulin weak? However That was all. In war, rather than battles To win in a grander scheme You needed a bigger variable. That guy possesses the power to change the tide of the war. One person above all others. If it were me, I wouldnt take this offer lightly. Even after speaking, Cheon Yuseong clicked his tongue, as if ufortable with his own words. Yeah. Jinhyuk has always been irritating. A cunning old-timer who acts however he pleases. Someone he wanted to give a taste of defeat someday. Yet There was one thing, he had to admit Among everyone here, that guy had reached higher in the Tower than anyone else. He never asked directly, but perhaps He might have seen beyond the 30th floor of the Tower. A ce spected to be the residence of deities. At first, it sounded absurd and unimaginable. But why was it that the more he knew that damned guy, the less impossible it seemed? Such high praise for one person, Cheon Yuseong. I never expected someone as sharp as you to say such things, said Haryeohwa with a mysterious smile. I just told the truth. Hmm, is that so? By the way, you seem quite close to him What is your rtion to that guy? Rtion I shall soon surpass that guy Lets leave it at that. Cheon Yuseong spoke calmly before rising from his seat. Heh heh. If anyone can make it happen, its you. Well, Ill take my leave then. Ill wait for a good response. I cant guarantee you wonte out at a loss if you follow Jinhyuks words Well, actually, thats hard to promise. Following Cheon Yuseong, Chuhonsa Young and Theresa also got up to leave. Outside, the three of them joined Jinhyuk and Elis who have been waiting. Why did youe to Luoyang sote? Because of you, we had to deal with those damn guys for a while. Cheon Yuseong spat out coldly. It seemed he was genuinely annoyed to have kept waiting. Sorry. I had something I wanted to try, but it gotplicated, so I was dyed. If you hade with me, you wouldve arrivedfortably, but it seems like Gang Kunja enjoys various challenges. My student should learn from that too. Dont you think, Cheon Kunja? Chuhonsa Young grabbed Cheon Yuseongs cheeks and yfully pulled at them. Te Teacher, please maintain some dignity! Oh my, someones bing touchy. At first, you were pleading so eagerly to learn the sword Saying that to be stronger, you needed your Teacher. How youve changed. Youve gone so cold. What does that have to do with anything! Now youre raising your voice. The teacher is so sad, sob sob While Cheon Yuseong suffered at the hands of Chuhonsa Young, Theresa cautiously spoke up. Jinhyuk. Do you really think they will ept your proposal? Probably, they will. The representatives there may not know, but if he showed that map to the intelligence division of the Martial Alliance, theyd immediately realize. How critical the bases the Cheonma Sin Church is targeting could be. And if linked with the bases theyd lost thus far, how it couldpletely overturn the whole board. All thats left is to wait leisurely. Its Wulin who is anxious. So, until they approach first, all they have to do is spend time around here. Hmm. Then what should we do in the meantime? Food. Elis chimed in decisively. One word, but it was amand that couldnt be refused. Having traveled the passage all night, their bodies were exhausted. On top of that, the hunger made it unbearable for Elis. Isnt it a bit early for food Your blood would be fine too. I feel like Ive beencking in magictely, it might be a good time to replenish, dont you think? The corners of Eliss mouth slightly curved up. This was a dangerous sign. Ah. Right. I remember theres a ce with killer food just in front of us. Thats a fish store, and thats a clothing shop. Is it here? Jinhyuk hastily entered the first restaurant he found. It was busy inside, despite the early hour. Hurrying, he chose a ce that looked decent enough and it seemed to be a good choice. Wee. What may I get for you? A server hurriedly approached the group. Bring out everything on this list. Since were spending a lot, toss out all these noisy and uncivilized people. Elismanded arrogantly as she sat down. Exexcuse me? What are you? Sorry, the child is a bitcking. How dare you, to me, beingckingmuffled! Jinhyuk managed to stop Elis just in time before she could reveal her gold chest. Please bring us your best dishes, suitable for the number of guests we have. Jinhyuk hastily turned the server around. Then, a momentter. A table full of appetizing dishes was served. Aha! This looks delicious. This one is mine or not. Ahem! It seems to suit my tastes just fine. Thank you. Go ahead and eat, Jinhyuk. Hmm. Having local Chinese cuisine is quite good. Ha ha. Eat as much as you all like. Chopsticks moved quickly. Elis stuffed a piece of meat into her mouth, while Theresa bit into a fragrant piece of five-spice pork, uttering words of admiration. Indeed, the taste was not bad. But to call it the pinnacle of Chinese cuisine something wascking. If it was me, I would have considered abination that could have enhanced the inherent vors of the ingredients While Jinhyuk mulled over how to improve the vors of the food. Ugh! Its so noisy. Please, be patient. Elder brother. Those people dont know what manners or rules are. Food is ultimately for providing energy to the body. To walk the path of martial arts, one must stay away from the indulgence of cuisine But those people, they eat so disgracefully. A sharp voice came from the side. They were not ordinary customers. Different from most of thebor-worn clients, they all had pale faces. Are these folks from a righteous sect? Their attire was alsopletely different. Pristine white garments and a sword on their waists signified the pursuit of spiritual cultivation. Yes. They were the Taoists from the Mudo faction who hade with Soyuhyeon. Three men and one woman, among them, a particrly handsome man stood out. Teacher said that people from outside the Tower would join the meeting, it seems like they are the ones. Theres the guy that Chuhonsa Young took as a disciple, what was his name? Cheon Yuseong? Well at least hes pretty decent. How the hell do those weaklings think they can help us Right, brother? That just shows the Cheonma Sin Church is pressing us hard. The one referred to as big brother sipped his tea. What are those guys about? Elis, who was stuffing a piece of meat into her mouth, narrowed her eyes. Looks like theyre picking a fight What do you want to do? Are we going to sh? Cheon Yuseong also looked toward the other party with a militant gaze. Typical of two belligerent souls, they seemed ready to charge at any moment. However. Unexpectedly, Jinhyuks face was filled with a peaceful smile. Wait. Theyre preciousrades that we will have to fight alongside soon. We cant just start brawling here, can we? Cheonma Sin Churchs forces, including the Demonic Master, were formidable. Given that they have to face such opponents, it would be wasteful to reduce the Martial Alliances strength here. Did you eat something wrong? Why are you suddenly talking like that? Youve got to be kidding. The kind of guy who would take out three generations for starting trouble, and now youre holding back? Wow. Jinhyuk, you finally became human. Various responses popped up from around. I wonder what kind of image Ive built for myself to receive such reactions. He thought hed been living a decent enough life. Of course, he was nning to teach those guys a lesson for spouting nonsense. Everyone, just wait a moment. Jinhyuk picked up a pork dish and got up from his seat. He headed straight for the kitchen. CuCustomer? Not just the server but also the chefs were taken aback. It was natural, given that a customer suddenly invaded the cooking area. Of course, when a small jewel-encrusted earring was handed over, everyones mouths shut tight. Huh? Where did one of my earrings go? Im sure I was wearing it just a moment ago. Did I drop it somewhere? Elis seemed to mumble something outside, but Jinhyuk pretended not to hear it and moved on. Now, youre actually cooking? What on earth is this? Such lowly beings cooking Its quite rich. I think its quite fitting for those without any foundation. The whispers from the Murim sect faintly echoed in a corner of the restaurant. Thats right, they dont even eat meat, do they? But it wasnt because they detested meat. They had simply locked away their carnivorous instincts deep within a prison. Subduing with force was not always wrong in training. But if he could lure them to break Mudos taboos, the pleasure would be doubled. Hed make them his pawns on the chessboard of his ns. Lets turn them into starving puppies next door. [Lv8 Otherworldly Restaurant is activated!] A soft energy flowed from Jinhyuks fingertips. This sensation. This feeling. Good. Whoosh! mes rose furiously. Jinhyuk handled the food ingredients with fluid, natural movements. Neither excessive nor insufficient. The movements were mboyant yet precise, like a master chef with decades of experience. Ah what? Whats happening with this customer? The chefs who initially tried to stop him were soon mesmerized by Jinhyuks cooking. A few minutes passed, and the restaurant began to stir. Gulp What in the world? How can such an aroma exist What in the world are they making back there that smells so good? We were given dog food or what! Hey, server, bring out what theyre making inside now. Ill pay any amount of money. Despite eating their own meals, saliva was dripping from everyones mouths. I I cant believe it. The head chef was also overwhelmed, struggling to handle the appetizing scent. A 40-year lifelong career in the kitchen. Striving every single day to survive in a city brimming with famed establishments andpetitors. But now All that Ive learned isnt real cooking. The skill in manipting the fire. The delicate bnce of spices. The ability to enhance the fundamental vors of food. This was a realm even the royal chefs couldnt hope to reach. Compared to the dish currently being prepared, the ones he served were nothing but food waste. And the Mudo sects Taoists were just as bbergasted. Brobrother. Is this what food is really supposed to be like? Are they using some kind of magic? Meat eating was one of Mudos taboos. Nevertheless, not eating that would make life seem meaningless. Thats when Jinhyuk emerged from the kitchen, approaching with a warm smile. Holding a steaming te of food. Chapter 308: Murim and Player (1) Chapter 308: Murim and yer (1) The number one disciple, Typhoon Sword Soo-young Myung. Soo-young Myung, whose signature was his furiously swift swordsmanship, was a treasured gem of the Murimmunity, holding the expectations of the entire Mudang sect. The very reason why Soo-young Hyeon brought Soo-young Myung all the way here from Mount Mudang was to boast just how formidable the uing talents of the Mudang were. Indeed Through grueling training and discipline, Never once had he wasted a day, in the pursuit of greatness worthy of the sects number one disciple. Always, for the pride of Mudang, he had pushed himself relentlessly. But now, Why was it, That all his efforts and hardships threatened to waver today? The sweet aroma tickled his nose. Gulp Down Soo-young Myungs throat went a dry swallow. Having scoffed at countless delicacies before, the food before his eyes now was something he simply couldnt resist. Unless the sorcery of the evil sects was involved, it made no sense at all. Do you want some? If you really want, I could share a bit. As much as you like. Jin-hyuk dangled a sizable piece of meat with his chopsticks in front of Soo-young Myung. The way the meat seemed to beckon tantalizingly, as if inviting him to take a bite. Eat it. Hmm? If you have this with a shot of liquor, all that fatigue will vanish in a moment, no? The morsel of meat moved close enough to graze his lips. Already the other disciples pupils were tracking left and right, following the slice of meat as if they were under a spell, reacting on instinct. Kuh! Soo-young Myungs neck bulged with a vein. How dare you mock a practitioner of Mudang? Your neck will pay for this humiliation! Kukukuku! A menacing aura swept through the room. The table shook violently, and dust from the ceiling and pirs fluttered in the air. Whats with the rage? Im offering you food out of kindness, and yet youre getting all worked up? Meat is a taboo amongst the highest taboos for Mudang devotees. How dare someone like you pull off such a stunt? Hmm I have no idea? What? How would I know the rules of the Mudang sect? Jin-hyuk shrugged innocently. That is At that, Soo-young Myung was at a loss for words. It struck him that someone from outside the tower would not know of Murims rules. Though hesitant, if he truly came with good intentions, then it was they who were the rude ones. Just then, That guy knows everything. Hes well-versed not only in Mudangs, but all the sects rules and regtions. Cheon Yu-sung chimed in. Hey! Why would you say that! Seeing you make thosembs eyes was so nauseating, I couldnt stomach my food. Thats why I intervened. Cheon Yu-sung bit into another dish, looking finally appeased. Meanwhile, How insolent Soo-young Myungs face flushed a deep red. Trembling with shame and rage, his hands quivered. Clear out the inn! The boss? If you interfere, you might not emerge unscathed either. Take the customers away as well. Illpensate for any food or damaged goodster. But if the elder hears about it What did I just say, Yoon-ho? Understood. The disciples wanted to intervene, but the fierce momentum from Soo-young Myung stopped them. They had never seen the boss this angry before. *** The inn was now empty. Jin-hyuk faced Soo-young Myung head-on. You dare to make a mockery of Mudang You must be prepared, then? You started the quarrel first. I repay kindness as it is, and grudges a hundredfold. Youll end up losing your life over those paltry principles. Swoosh! Soo-young Myung drew his sword. The de shone with a blinding brilliance. Now its just the two of us. It was more than just his pride that made him unsheathe the sword after being humiliated over some food. The higher-ups of Mudang, Hwasan, and the Five Great ns had secretly ordered an assassination on Jin-hyuk, as vengeance for their deceased disciples. With the Elders consent, any trouble that arises will only merit a formal reprimand at most. If he could kill him he would no doubt receive tremendous recognition for his deed. With that resolution, Soo-young Myung gave a sinister smile, ill-fitting of his pure appearance. Lets see how many moves you can withstand from my sword. The tip of the sword oscited subtly. Mudangs pride, the Taeguk Sword (̫O). It was known that the sword possessed the spirit of the swordsmanship wherever it pointed. But How cute. From Jin-hyuks perspective, all of it seemedughably futile. Even Soo-young Hyeon, his master, would stand no chance against him. To think an inferior number one disciple would be an issue. Youll regret this Regret? Ill give you three moves out of charity. Come at me. Soo-young Myung spouted such seemingly foolish words. Jin-hyuk wanted to utterly crush that overconfidence. Well then, Suddenly, Jin-hyuk vanished from sight. He executed the Sword Demon Heavenly Command Steps, and before the dust could even hit the ground, he had made his way behind Soo-young Myung. Huh?! Soo-young Myung exhaled in shock. The speed was well beyond his expectations, and he was caught off guard. When he finally realized the gap between them, it was all toote. Boom! A fist struck his spine. Agh! He bent over in a distorted shape, but the fact that he managed to mobilize his defensive energy at thest moment showed that his title as a number one disciple was not entirely unmerited. Wow! You block quite well for a newbie. I never expected you to react to that. Jin-hyuk uttered a word of admiration. You damned Buzz! Soo-young Myung swung his sword, but Jin-hyuk dodged the attack by a paper-thin margin. Didnt you say youd concede three moves? Ah, if youve forgotten how to count after onees two, then three. I know how to count! Hmm. If you only know but cant apply it, thats even more serious. Arrggh! Grinding his teeth as if to shatter them, Soo-young Myung gathered his energy. Fizzle! A blue aura enveloped the swordpletely. [Soo-young Myung activates Taeguk Thirteen Sword Technique, Third Form!] As the sword seemed to split into several, soon after, it epassed the entire inn. The Taeguk Sword was the Mudang sects pride. Now amplified with a five-star qi infusion, the Third Form unfolded. With this, Ill chop you to pieces! Crash, crash, crash! Tables splintered into dozens of pieces, and the pirs suffered massive gashes. Anyone caught in it would be left without even bones to pick up. But There was something Soo-young Myung didnt know. Not even Mudangs Sect Leader [Inherent Ability] could prate the domain of the Sword Demon. [Sword Tomb activates.] An indescribable, sinister aura. Dark mes formed along the ribs of the de. Even with the same sword qi, the quality was iparable. The understanding of the initial techniques was also a world apart. The atmosphere shifted dramatically. Its fortunate for me that you sent all the others away. The crushing pressure was hard to believe it came from the same person whod been smiling so smugly a moment ago. I dont have to worry about involving others. This this cant be Soo-young Myung let out a low gasp. This aura Could it be more powerful than Master? There was no time for surprise before the sword attackunched. From left to right. A heavy qiden sword seemed poised to cut the sky in two. Bang! With a single stroke, all the sword qi channeled by Soo-young Myung dissipated. The regenerative speed of Qi was not keeping up with the amount spent just to parry. Furthermore His opponent was anticipating every move of the Taeguk Sword technique he unleashed. Where the next strike would go, where the sessive technique would leadeverything. Completely a monster. Like a monkey on Mount Huaguo under the Buddhas palm, Soo-young Myung felt an insurmountable wall. Boom! sh, sh, sh! Sessive ruthless strikes peeled offyers of skin. With each exchange, the disparity grew even more tumultuous. Haa Haa Haa Panting, Soo-young Myung staggered backward. Desperation was the only option. Not a single move he had confidence in had gone unparsed. Using the Third Form, I had some expectations, but this is too disappointing. The Taeguk Sword isnt meant to be wielded like that. Youve missed the mark entirely. Kuh! Stop mocking and just kill me! I cant do that. Youre a valuable chess piece that can be put to use. As long as youply, I may let you live. Ridiculous! Even in death, I wouldnt heed your words. Hmm. Is that so? Jin-hyuk gave a faint smile. Suddenly The speed of the attack elerated even more. This time, the onught was too rapid for perception. sh, sh, sh, sh! The energy dissipated. The de disappeared as well. This time He couldnt avoid it. Sensing his impending doom, Soo-young Myung closed his eyes in resignation. But then. The object that struck him wasnt the de. A sweet taste spread across his lips. ? Softly. Almost involuntarily, Soo-young Myung moved his tongue. Despite the terror of death, the savory vor that tantalized his taste buds was extraordinary. Chew. A big chunk of meat passed through his teeth and slid down his throat. In the world. Its unimaginable something this delicious could exist. The seasoning, deeply infused, coupled with the tender, moist meat made his past years of subsisting on beans and grass feel like utter folly. Chew, chew. Munch, munch. Soo-young Myung devoured the meat with gusto. Another piece disappeared immediately after. Delicious. The feeling of satisfaction welled up from within, iparable to any other emotion. It was only after the seventh piece that he realized what was happening. Wow, you eat quite well. Exceptionally so. Hearing Jin-hyuks voice brought Soo-young Myung back to his senses. Whoa? Werent you the one who said meat was a big no-no for a Mudang practitioner? Who, who said that? Ive never eaten meat. Wipe the grease from your mouth before you speak. Kuh! Soo-young Myung quickly wiped his mouth with his sleeve. Anyways, theres no witness. Sending everyone away was fortunate for me. The choices were cleareither the prestigious disciple of Mudang lost a duel, or he vited a taboo by greedily devouring meat. Im sorry, but yers have this thing called broadcast system. Even without witnesses, whatever happened here can be recorded and saved. What, what did you say? Soo-young Myungs pupils trembled with shock. I knew the outsiders from the tower practiced strange sorcery and incantations, but could it be that you could do such a thing too? No. Thats not possible. The broadcast system couldnt be activated just anywhere. Its only supposed to work in dungeons or ruins that contain bosses. However, Soo-young Myung didnt know this. What exactly do you want from me? He didnt need to be so frightened. It was a simple proposal that Jin-hyuk intended to make. Just so happens, Im recruiting for a temple. A number one disciple of the Mudang faction. Joining the global sales team of a high-level corporation That would make quite the title. Chapter 309: Murim and Players (2) Chapter 309: Murim and yers (2) Outside the inn, members of the two forces were lined up waiting. The Taoists from the Murims Wudang faction were smirking with disdain. Soyeongho, Soseryeong, Sowungun C the three youngsters, barely past their youth, were all senior disciples or close kin of Suyoumyeong and had surpassed the threshold of peak high-level mastery. To think they dared to pick a fight with the Grand Elder Brother. The Towers opening really leads to some rare experiences. Otherwise, when could we have had such an experience if not for those from outside the Tower? How foolish. Hey, arent you worried at all about having to clean up a corpse soon? Despite the open mockery The group on the other side showed no reaction whatsoever. Well, to be exact, they were worried for apletely different reason. The Grand Elder Brother, he is still alive, right? I mean, Jinhuk seemed in a pretty good mood today Maybe cruelly dead by now. The Contractor probably wouldnt kill him. Maybe just spare him with the loss of a limb or two? Besides, he did mention borrowing a bit of power from those weaklings to fight the Jiangshi. Oh my, how considerate of Young Master Kang. Their casual chatter about such grim possibilities was astonishing, and the Wudang party from Murim were bewildered C unsure whether they were hearing correctly or it was all just some auditory illusion. No, no. Are you guys out of your minds? Suyoumyeong is the youngest to reach such heights within Wudang faction C one of the Nine Martial Orthodox Sects. Hes known as the Little Dragon for goodness sake! Soseryeong eximed in disbelief. Huh? Peak high-level mastery? Is that supposed to be impressive? Elise tilted her head in confusion. What? You dont even know what peak high-level mastery means? Ha! It seems there was no need for a discussion after all. Let it be. Theyll soon regret their rash actions when they find themselves regretting on the ground. Elises response only confirmed their suspicions: These people had no idea about the real depth of martial arts mastery. Then, after a few minutes went by Thud! The one-sided instruction finally ended. And the one who emerged from the door was none other than Suyoumyeong himself. As expected, Elder Brother! We knew we could count on you! Did you give them a sound beating considering the time it took? Did that impudent fellow even have a corpse left unchecked? The three burst into cheers. But then Suyoumyeongs face was grim. There was an air of resignation, his face pale as death. And in his hand, he held a piece of paper. Though it wasnt written in Chinese characters and couldnt be read, it appeared to be a document resembling a contract. Ah, Murim has such a lovely evening ambiance. The breeze is cool and quite refreshing to the mind. Jinhuk stretched and appeared from behind. The Grand Elder Brother? What happened here? Jinhuk, who should have beenpletely devastated, looked leisurely, whereas the always revered Grand Elder Brother stood there like a dog with its tail between its legs. It simply didnt make sense. Please say something Yes? Could you say anything, please The disciples and n kin asked, but Suyoumyeong was unable to speak. Thats when. Elise and Teresa approached, looking as if they knew everything that happened. Hey. Since Im a distant senior from above, lets get along well from now on. Okay? Getting used to it isnt too bad. The benefits arent bad either. Its not toote. Ending your own life might be better. If you want to go without pain, just let me know anytime. Ill make you a couple types of sleeping pills especially. Lastly, Cheonyuseong patted Suyoumyeongs shoulder with a look of pity. C After careful deliberation, its concluded that if the situation is overlooked, Luoyang can be isted and may even fall. Contrary to the notorious pride of the Murim League, a swift decision was made within a day. Prompt and speedy actions were initiated. Based on the information provided by Jinhuk, the elite forces from each sect mobilized and decided to seize therge strategic points around Luoyang and thoroughly block every path leading to it. Meanwhile, on the outskirts of Qinghai City, where the headquarters of the Heavenly Demon Cult resided. A hawk with a sharp visagended on the arm of Simmasaryeong. This. Simmasaryeongs expression turned slightly dark as he read the note tied to the hawks ankle. Supreme Leader, they changed their response tactics. They are now headed towards I know. Seated on the throne, Samajaw tapped his fingers on the armrest. His gaze was fixed on the pile of soil in the middle of the room. A military-use map, where various Murim strongholds were marked. Whooosh! When Samajaw injected internal energy into his fingertip, some of the Jiangshi models heading towards Luoyang wobbled. Thud. Thud Thud. One, two, three. The models fell to one side. Those were precisely the three locations which Jinhuk had predicted. Thats right. Theyre heading towards the exact locations you pinpointed. But Supreme Leader, how did youe to know Last night. Information came in that a disciple of the Dark Sovereign had entered Luoyang. Its unlikely that the righteous factions discerned my intentions, which means that kid got involved. What about the strongholds Theyre crucial, arent they? To think someone from outside the Tower saw through that Well, it means hes quite adept at reading the situation. Still surprising though. The thought that his advance strategy was read even before it began surprised Samajaw, it was information he hadnt shared even with Simmasaryeong or the other high-ranking members of the cult. Hmm A smile curled up on the lips of Samajaw. The adversary was surely a newer to this region, barely been here long enough toprehend what Murim was about. Yet, he could discern the situation so keenly Surely, the first disciple received by the Dark Sovereign. It might be a more troublesome variable than the entire Murim League itself. In either case, Simmasaryeong, having an inclination to cut off potential variables in advance, added his own words. Supreme Leader. The disciple is one thing, but shouldnt we also remove the Dark Sovereign himself? If by chance he exposes his fangs bying to rescue his disciple Attack the Dark Sovereign now? Thats my suggestion. Now, when our power has reached its peak, would be the best time to eliminate him. Provoking that old tiger carelessly could lead to our power being halved at its peak. I would rather not squander the forces weve painstakingly gathered. Is the Dark Sovereign really that? If youre worried, let me take the lead with our Corpse and Yin-Yang Jiangshi and take care of it. No, its Okay. While others might have underrated the Dark Sovereign for living erratically on his own for so long Samajaw was aware why the Dark Sovereign was able to sit among the Six Tiger Generals with just a small contingent known as the Shadow Corps. It wasnt because he needed others. The Dark Sovereign alone was more formidable than thousands of martial expertsbined. His martial arts were beyond measure, affording him the position of a mainstay against the Heavenly Demon Cult even now. Instead of that, well focus on sweeping the Murim League first. Since things havee to this, lets poke at their tender spots a bit. It will be interesting to see how they respond to this y. Preparations for this moment spanned years. A small whirl cannot oppose the sea. Samajaw made an adjustment to the tactics. In a way most deadly to the Murim League. Of the three choices, Jinhuk chose a mountainous region about 100 km from Luoyang. It was technically designated for the Wudang faction, but that was only on the surface. Effectively, under Jinhuks control, with Suyoumyeong on a tight leash, Murims warriors sumbed to being led. Is this the ce noted for unstable ley lines? Jinhuk surveyed the surroundings. He chose this location for a significant reason C he had something to find here. Correct. Recently, the flow of Qi has been unstable causing multiplendslides. Thanks to the vigers reporting it to the authorities, we only found out a few days ago. Suyoumyeong nodded in confirmation. Exactly as thought. The conflict between Yang and Yin Qi was causing natural disasters. The yellow-tinged earth was a sign. Good. They had arrived at exactly the right ce. But doesnt the conversation seem a bit brief? What? Meat. Yummy yummy. Wait, wait! That Yes, as you saidsigh. I will be careful Suyoumyeong clenched his fist with a chagrined face. Manage your expressions better. You can curse internally, but your outside demeanor shouldnt show it. Thats professional etiquette. Ill keep that in mind. This was enough to settle the hierarchy. The remaining three still seemed puzzled by the situation yet. There was no need to educate them as well. After all, as long as Suyoumyeong was tightly gripped, the rest would fall in line. Then, we should start recruiting people. For this incident, the Murim Alliance enlisted more than just the Orthodox Nine Sects and Five Great ns, they also sought two other forces. One was yers, like Jinhuk, Teresa, and Cheonyuseong. The second consisted of unaffiliated assassins, ouws, or third-rate warriors. These individuals were lured not with honor or ideals but with the promise of money C the most effective bait for such folks. With the funds from the league, I should be able to cover around thirty individuals. With a decently-sized vige nearby, recruiting more would be an easy task. But why do we need other people? Isnt our strength more than enough to deal with the likes of Jiangshi? Elise blinked her wide eyes. That was true, but there was another reason for recruiting in the vige for Jinhuk. Should be around the vige by now. To regain his lost power after leaving the Heavenly Demon Cult. One of the Towers absolute champions was wandering in Murim. The corners of Jinhuks lips rose. It was about time to meet again. The zenith of the martial world that bows to no one under the heavens. Lets head down before sunset. Jinhuk hurried their steps. As they walked and eventually arrived at the vige, the group realized something was terribly wrong. Th-the vige Soseryeongs voice trembled. The vige burned down. In the wake of the Blood Jiangshis upheaval, what remained was but blood, smoke, and death. This shouldnt be Teresa covered her mouth with her hand. Cheonyuseong quietly walked among the corpses, seeking any survivors to provide healing. There are no innocents in war, they say, but this is too cruel Elise murmured, seemingly reminiscing about her own past. Theyre ying this card, are they? Jinhuk looked upon the remains of a mother who died while embracing her child. The Heavenly Demon Cult had shifted from its swift strategies. Instead of speed, they now piged viges along their path, massacring the civilians. The righteous factions, honoring their principles, could not overlook this tragedy. They would have to abandon the advantageous positions to rescue the people. Harsh, but efficient. It served to diffuse the oppositions forces and, depending on where they concentrated their power, could fully assume control of the situation. Jinhuk bit his lip. The residents were Tower residents. That was all the line they were drawing. He had been self-convincing that certain sacrifices were inevitable in the climb. Yet, confronted with such atrocities, he couldnt maintain that line. Samajaw. Jinhuk slowly savored the name. He had to deal with him quickly. To prevent the death of more innocents if nothing else. Thats when. Boom! Aaaagh! Someone, save us! Screams echoed from afar. Survivors remained. Chapter 310: Heavenly Demon (1) Chapter 310: Heavenly Demon (1) Chapter 310. Heavenly Demon (1) Inside a small cabin, those who had survived were still locked in a desperate struggle. Block it! If they get in, were all finished! Yeek! Their figures, wielding sickles and hoes, desperately piled up wood as a makeshift defense. It was more like ast-ditch effort than proper fortification. A situation on the brink of disaster. A Jiangshis arm grabbed a man by the head. Sa-save me! In that very moment Boom! So Yu-myeongunched himself from the ground. A corpse created by sorcery dares to harm the living! A blue energy surged along his sword in streams. Kek! As he executed a technique from Taeguk Swordsmanship, the Jiangshis heads were cleaved into pieces. Kwakwakwakwakwakwa! The saying that he was a disciple of the Murims Mugang Sect was indeed no exaggeration. The Jiangshis were being swept away, incapable of mounting a proper counterattack. One exchange. Two exchanges Three exchanges. So Yu-myeong had dispelled over seven Jiangshis in the blink of an eye and shook off the blood from his sword. Wow. Impressive for a neer? Reminds me of the old days of the Contractor. Hes useful. We can leave the menial work to this guy from now on. Truly, he lives up to someone chosen by Mr. Jinhyuk. Whilepliments followed, So Yu-myeongs face was cast in a heavy shadow. The joy of having saved people was short-lived as he realized the reality of his situation. Th-thank you. I thought it was all over Sob sob sob. Maybe it was the relief of being alive. The tension drained from the people, and they slumped to the ground where they stood. The vige, once home to hundreds, now scarcely had thirty survivors. If this much damage was done by just a handful of Jiangshis The casualties could exponentially increase depending on their route. First, please share this. Once youve caught your breath, I have a few questions. Jinhyuk took out water and barley bread from his spatial inventory and distributed it among the people. As they took a brief respite, a hint of life returned to their haggard faces. I am the vige chief here First off, I must express our gratitude once again for saving our lives. If it hadnt been for you, not a single one of us would have survived. The elder bowed deeply, showing his gratitude. But sir, for what purpose have youe to such a remote corner? There were those we had to deal with who attacked this ce and there is a person we are seeking. Youre looking for someone? Jinhyuk nced around. Everyone was busy attending to the wounded and preparing for any potential additional attacks from Jiangshis. Exchanging some light conversation wouldnt attract attention. Do any of the survivors here recently arrive in this vige? If the Heavenly Demon left the Heavenly Demon Cult for Luoyang, it would be a rtively recent event. To those who lived together their entire lives, a stranger would be conspicuous. There is, in fact, one person. A young man who arrived here five days ago. The elder nodded. Is that person here now? Yes they are. As expected. He came here to regain his inner strength. The site where Yin and Yangs harmony shed was the only such ce in all of the Murim. Dont point. Just describe that persons appearance as if we are having a casual conversation. Just mention this, and it should be enough for you to recognize him. A man with a peculiar scar on his neck. He is the person you are looking for. A scar on the neck. Jinhyuks eyes darted like lightning. Among the people tending to the wounded There. Though disheveled and seemingly starving, his visage was The eyes, however, were still very much alive. In fact, the intensity shining through his unkempt hair was sharper than even his masters. The wound on the neck looked not like it was made by a sword but as if torn by a beast. Thank you. Jinhyuk rose from his seat. The Heavenly Demon. A cmity to all demons and the term for the leader of the Heavenly Demon Cult. That the Heavenly Demon Cult could fight against the Unified Eight Schools and the Five Noble Families all on their own in a proper war was all thanks to the existence of the deemed absolute, the Heavenly Demon. But. Even the highest-flying bird can one day find its wings broken. The king, who once basked in everyones awe and envy was no longer seen on his throne. Why he fought the 50th floor. Why he cast aside everything he possessed. The reasons were unclear. But now, he was resolved to uncover it all. Jinhyuk slowly approached the man. May I sit beside you? The man did not react to Jinhyuks words. However, Jinhyuk took theck of response as an implicit permission. With a thud, as he took a seat, the man finally reacted. I didnt say you could sit. If you had objections, you should have spoken them, no? Youre shameless. Or do you mean that you can ignore the will of people who are just grass-eaters? Ive dealt with the Jiangshi and provided a meal, I figure this much should be eptable? Jinhyuk countered with a sly smile, yet bringing forth a valid point. Apparentlycking a retort, the man sighed softly. Do as you like. He had not recognized the face of the Heavenly Demon in the past as they had never crossed their paths openly. He looks healthier than I expected. The Heavenly Demon, too, had an appearance simr to that of any ordinary person. Rather, thanks to a rebirth process, he likely had cleaner skin and a sharper visage instead. Jinhyuk activated Eyes of Gluttony and cautiously observed his quarry. Ding! Name: Baek Il-ha Gender: Male Age: ?? years Level: ??? Strength ??? Agility ??? Stamina ??? Magic Power 7 Internal Energy ??? Avable Stat Points: 0 Unique Ability: Heavenly Demon Divine Arts (????) Skills: Heavenly Demon Overlord Steps (?????) Lv?? , Heavenly Killing Energy (????) Lv??, Heavenly Demon Great Catastrophe (?????) Lv??, Heavenly Demon Rebound Energy (?????) Lv??.. Too many skills to disy, folding details. [Copy Conditions: The current Heavenly Demon has nearly depleted his primal energy due to a battle with a being from the 50th floor. Regaining his past internal energy is impossible. However, if you can assist the Heavenly Demon in regaining his power, you may copy one of his unique abilities or skills.] [Special Conditions: You have one opportunity to delve into the Heavenly Demons memory. Thepletion level of the copied Heavenly Demon Divine Arts will depend on your prior understanding of the Heavenly Demon and his techniques. (Maximum 10 stars)] To ascend the tower smoothly. You must acquire the Heavenly Demon Divine Arts to reach the 50th floor It is not a choice but a necessity. With Heavenly Demon Divine Arts, the speed for breaking through the 40th floors is over seven times faster. Especially the Norse deities and their affiliated divine beasts emphasize power and brute force optimized for one-on-onebat. Naturally, to fight them, corresponding abilities were essential. While ck Heavenly Demon Emperors Arts and Herculean Strength are beneficial, Heavenly Demon Divine Arts is the most efficient. Generally, abilities are acquired through fusion to create superior versions. But Heavenly Demon Divine Arts was a wless skill without a higher tiered version. Fenrir or Jormungandr it matches well against them. More than anything, incurring a debt to the Heavenly Demon would be advantageous for the journey ahead. Although the copy conditions were strict, a way must be found. Why not drop the act? Youve heard about me from the master already. Jinhyuk ended the tiresome game of pretense first. Samajaza betrayed the Heavenly Demon, but Amhwang did not. It was not out of opportunism but pure belief and loyalty towards the Heavenly Demon. Even after losing everything, he remained devoted. Eventually. Ive heard that Wuho-Bup has taken a disciple. Despite iming hed never take one throughout his life, to do so in hister years, and against a foreigner from outside the tower no less. The Heavenly Demon chuckled with mixed emotions. Fate is a truly curious thing. It seems so indeed. So, what brings Wuho-Bups disciple all this way to seek me out? Nowes the main topic. That day. Could you tell me what happened, please? Mentioning past wounds, the corners of the Heavenly Demons eyes furrowed tightly. Yet it was only momentary. Because I had one of the crowns those who shouldnt have crossed over, did. ! This time, it was Jinhyuk who was surprised. He never expected to hear crown from the Heavenly Demons mouth. A holy relic necessary to reach the summit of the tower. Did he possess one of those? Judging by your reaction, you seem to know about the crown. Ive heard of it. Jinhyuk did not deny it. Considering you spoke in the past tense does that mean you no longer possess it? Right. But dont worry. It wasnt taken by them. In the final moment, I threw the crown out of the tower. What? So, the most important treasure of the tower was thrown away? Thrown, no less, towards the lower levels of the tower? Seeing Jinhyuks dumbfounded expression, the Heavenly Demon hastily added. Ahem! I know it was an idiotic move. But its better than them getting their hands on it, right? An unbelievable circumstance. A monster capable of piercing through the towers floors with personal power alone. Do you not have any regrets? He had fought them, losing all his internal energy in the process. He sessfully repelled the beings of the 50th floor, but the cost was immense. I I do not regret it. The Heavenly Demon spoke calmly. Was it an unquestionable truth, or a lie he told himself to escape from despair? The sun dipped slowly behind the mountains. Day drifted away. Night came calling. In the deep of the night, when everyone else slept. Jinhyuk took out the martial arts manual he had brought from Unmu-gwan. [The manual is now essible!] [The culmination of Blood Spirit Asura Heart Method, a manual written by the 2nd Heavenly Demon Baek Wol-cheon, is unveiled.] [Your understanding of all of the Demon Sects martial arts increases by 370%!] [Extended use of the technique can lead to demonic possession!] The double-edged sword that greatly aids in learning demon arts but could drive the practitioner mad. The very manual penned by Baek Wol-cheon when he had reached the pinnacle of utmost evil. It was so cryptic that understanding the heart methods and techniques described within was impossible, but just absorbing the demonic energy from the book would be a significant aid inprehending the Heavenly Demon Divine Arts. Hooo Using ck Heavenly Demon Emperors Arts and Demonic Ki, Jinhyuk calmed the rampant demonic energy inside of him. As soon as the Special Conditions activated, a wave of cold magic engulfed his entire body. [essing the Heavenly Demons memories.] Jinhyuk closed his eyes quietly. And when he opened them again Kukukukuku! All the surrounding scenery had changed. The sky was dyed in purple. Amidst floating stones and fragments of rocks There was the Heavenly Demon. Aloof and arrogant. The supreme ruler of Murim stood with his sword drawn amidst the raging typhoon, solid as a bamboo in the storm. His opponent, an ancient entity with numerous mouths and sharp teeth. Shub Niggurath. Though her power was tremendously restrained for manifesting in the lower levels of the tower, her mere presence was enough to overwhelm all life. Simply by looking, she could fracture space and remodelndscapes. A god beyond physicalws was set in motion to erode the stairways. But. The Heavenly Demon did not flinch or cower in her presence. That is the Heavenly Demon in his prime You must seize every detail. Every movement, every gesture. And what the Heavenly Demons true intentions were. [Understanding: 0%] Come forth, mother of ck sheep. The master will personally measure the depths of your power. Kieeeeee! The battle that would go down in the annals of the towers history had begun. Chapter 311 Episode 311. Heavenly Demon (2) This is a memory of the past. written on the tower. And Its a memory that no one else will ever see again. Jinhyuk calmly looked at the things in front of him. in a destendscape. There is no happy ending in a battle with a fixed ending. The Heavenly Horse will lose everything, and Murim will not remember the feat. The Heavenly Demon God will also turn his back on the Heavenly Demon, and all that he has aplished will be defiled by the Four Demons. Why? Jinhyeok wanted to capture this fight with his own two eyes. The Heavenly Demons sword extended forward. It just stretched forward. Heavenly Demon Goddess. The meal isplete. The power that the Heavenly Demon was able to rule over this world as the Heavenly Demon. as if responding to it. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Heaven and earth shook violently. Form 1. The strong energy raised by the Cheonma Singongpletely covered the sword body and spurted out in a length of over 5m. The tangible Ki soon took the shape of a dragon. The celestial dragon emerges. How deep is the inner workings of such an absurd skill? But without any surprise, the space was torn and dozens of ck goats poured out. Kiii! Keeeee! A creature that could destroy the whole world one by one. It was well twice as big as the guy from Outbreak. Did theye to the ones you could only see on the 50th floor Jinhyeoks eyes narrowed. Deneb, an advanced thought body. Denebs holding long spears werepletely different in terms of the magic that emanated from them. Cuckoo Deneb, who was in the lead, threw back his shoulder holding the spear. Fain! The spear was thrown with a roar. As all the trees were smashed, a 10m long spear rushed towards the body of the Heavenly Demon. Its not a level to prate. If you even brush it, it will be torn to such an extent that it is difficult to recognize the shape at all. but. [Heavenly Demons War is activated!] No matter how strong the attack is. If it doesnt hit, all premise is meaningless. Wow! The spear blew away the ce where the Heavenly Demon was. Of course, the image of the Heavenly Demon had already disappeared. The ce that appeared is between Deneb. fast. This is Heavenly Demons Reign. Its unique chaotic footwork is more powerful and faster than the Geomma Cheonryungbo created through fusion. [The level of understanding of the Heavenly Demon Spirit increases.] A status window appeared in front of Jinhyeok. Just looking at it helps. Just before leaping, I subtly confirmed that my foot kicked the ground three times in a row. It must be a preparation action to maximize eleration. It was also possible to understand that the energy was condensed and exploded in two rounds at the end because it was observed from a third persons point of view. The level of martial arts of the 2nd Heavenly Demon obtained from the Unmugwan is also beyond expectations. Above all, the environment where you can focus solely on analyzing the battle also contributed greatly to understanding the Heavenly Demon Art. now! A ck wind blew right away. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! The Heavenly Demons sword moved in all directions. Kuaaaaa! Keeeee! Denebs limbs were cut off. gurgling! ck blood gushed out like a waterfall from the cut surface. The Denebs fought back by wielding their spears like crazy, but it was not enough to block the Heavenly Demons sword. I cant believe the process leading to forms 2 and 3 can be so natural. An exmation of exmation escaped from Jinhyeoks mouth. Optimized herbivore without waste. It was the first time my heart raced and my adrenaline soared. Its a natural story. Depending on the level of understanding you are raising now, the degree ofpletion of the Heavenly Demon Art will also change. Such strong martial arts. Unlike in the past, I was able to get my hands on it so quickly. How could I not be excited? While concentrating on the sword, the number of Denebs rapidly decreased. Seventeen Nine Three. cooong! Wow! Among the dozens of gigantic monsters, not a single one is standing. Right then. Shub Nigurath, who had been silent, finally moved. As expected, hes the one with the Crown of Pygmy A strong body A holy relic that cane into our realm. You are a threat. one step. By taking a single step, one of the strongest beings in the tower announced the start of the war. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah Kwah! All the soil was plowed up and the shockwave blew the entire mountain away. Completely changed terrain. Even though I know that all these things are memories of the past, it feels like the hairs on my whole body stand on end from the magic wave from just now. Even if you are under all kinds of limitations, you still have this power. I cant think of anything else to say other than that Im crazy. but. Even in the ruins where not even a trace remained, the Heavenly Demon still did not lose its momentum. This time, its my turn. The blood flowing from his forehead soaked his chest, but his eyes were still alive. Its not over yet . [Whooping cough Lv?? I activate The Great Destruction of Heavenly Demons!] Red gs cover the sky. The stairs shook and the clouds parted. This is the Heavenly Demon. He is an absolute being who transcends people with a human body and reaches the end of nothingness. Its a moveclose to self-destruct. A disappointing movethats it. Little creature. Youre underestimating the power I have. Thats why youre dying today. ck smoke rose around Shub Niguraths body. like that. Wow! Ki and Ki collided. The entire tower seemed to be shaken by waves beyond imagination. Kuk. Red hemoptysis flowed from the Heavenly Demons mouth. Yes. The bnce of power had copsed from the start. It would be impossible to kill the opponent even if he used Jinwon Jinki. In an instant of less than a second, 12 swords appeared on the shoulders of the Heavenly Demon. There are as many as 12 mind swords that are said to be the state of immortals with just one. All of that is also used as a swordsmanship. You are the one Do not prejudge the end of the power of the main seat. The sword disappeared at the same time. before and after. Kaka Kaka each! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! A storm of attack ripped through Shub Niguraths body. Kuaaaaa! The screams Shub Nigarus uttered were more anger than pain. Its because a human who is worse than a bug has wounded his body at least in part. My fingers itch. Even right now I want to follow. that sword. that sword attack. that sword. And watching it all right in front of your eyes. Jinhyeok started to draw another image in his head. its a shame. Because Im not confident in that ce right now. Because you are not the one fighting over there right now. Its insanely sad. More than anything. If it were me I would do it differently A little more over there the trajectory of the sword If only I had turned the flow of qi And thats when the thought went crazy. [The degree ofpletion of the Heavenly Demon Sacred Art has increased to a very high level.] A golden status window appeared. How much time has passed? It was pretty good. For a human for a human. Due to the restrictions I dont have the strength to finish it But anyway, the purpose ofing here has been achieved. Praise for the opponent flowed from Shub Niguraths mouth. The long fight is finally over. The Heavenly Demon looked down at her body with sunken eyes. In a ce where there is a danteon, you no longer feel qi. Because it consumed Jinwon Jingi. There was no strength left to endure any longer. No, it wouldnt be easy to move like a normal person anymore. At least, the limit would be to be able to move once before thest me goes out. However, inflicting a fatal wound on the opponent with just that one shot was close to impossible. It was the same for Shub Niguras who was sure of victory. When the threat disappeared, the branch with teeth slowly stretched out towards the Heavenly Demon. Crown a cursed holy relic that can reach our territory The goal of the Heavenly Demon was to obtain the symbol of nothingness, which means the path of defeat among the 7 crowns. It was close, but the crown could be taken away before the reverse summoning of the system took ce. however. Do you think youll pass this on smoothly? Right before fainting, the Heavenly Demon threw the ck crown that was in her bosom. thest remnant. It was poured into throwing rather than escape or counterattack. Boo Woo Woong Kuaaa! Oh, no! The branches of Shub Nigurath flew swiftly towards the crown. But its already toote. The crown that broke the stairs began to fall to an unknown ce. okay. Jinhyuk also knew that it would go like this. the problem is. This cant be An earthquake urred in Jinhyeoks pupils. It was inevitable. I saw where the crown fell. Because he was a bystander, he was able to see everything that could not be seen from the eyes of the Heavenly Demon or Shub Nigurath. I wonder if it was there. [All the memories of the Heavenly Demon have ended.] It was early morning before the sun rose when they returned to reality. The hut where the tired people slept was quite quiet. just one person. Except for the Heavenly Demon. Did I have a nightmare? I heard a grunting sound. I had a slightly ufortable dream. I peeked into the memories of the absolute abandoned without being rewarded. Looking at the present, scarred by fasting, it felt like the bitter aftertaste was multiplying. It is said that dreams are a mirror that reflects the dissatisfaction inherent in reality. Then can I ask you again what I saidst time? Are you saying you dont regret it? Yes. If the effort you put in is forgotten and everyone abandons you I think it would be difficult for me to ept that ending. I wonder if the ufortable dream was a dream about the main throne. Really Those from outside the tower spy into peoples heads as they please. The Heavenly Demon was lost in thought for a moment. finally. He seemed to be reliving the memories of that time. Fighted against an enemy that transcends cognition. I protected this world that I am now stepping on. Even if no one remembers it, as long as I remember it, thats all. said the Heavenly Demon. No regrets. There is no lie in that word. At least, the heavenly horse in Jinhyeoks memory was like that. Even if theres no recognition from anyone else, I just need to remember it by myself. indeed A thousand words. Believing that everything you do is for the best and being willing to take responsibility for it. Because that was the way the Heavenly Demon lived. Did you get an answer? Enough. Thanks to that, I was able to make up my mind on how to set the direction. Jinhyuk nodded. But just then Kwaaang! The barrier spread near the hut was shattered. If you thought youd be able to hide by spreading a web like this, youd be goosebumps-ridden. The one who appeared with hundreds of Jiangshi was none other than the 4th rank of the Demonic Cult. Its a Simma Commander. Chapter 312 Episode 312. The fight of the dead (1) The number of blood gangsi has reached three digits. There were 15 yin and yang rivers that could barely be stopped by clinging to five peaks. On top of that, there is even Suracheonsal Gangsi, which is said to be able to deal with an ultra-high level master with just the two of them. It is a huge number of troops that can be called an army. And in the middle of it I saw a person wearing a ck cloak. Commander Simma. A master who is proficient in the art of cancer as well as Jiangshi and witchcraft. Even in the Cheonma Shinkyo, where only strong people gathered, there was no room for objection about its strength to the extent that it upied the fourth rank. Damn it. Howe theres not a day thatsfortable. If I hang out with you, cant I even sleep on my own? Chun Youseong growled, reacting a step toote. It seemed that the fact that my eyes were still open was interrupting my sound sleep. Medical students say they dont sleep more than 3 hours a day, but I dont know why this guy is so sleepy. Oh my God Oh, there are so many Jiangshi Uuuuuuu There are too many of these. The ces to escape are all blocked. A shadow fell on the faces of the vigers who were immersed in the relief of having lived. Since there were many times more Jiangshi than the first Jiangshi of course, I couldnt help but feel hopeless. Great, great. The vige chief also called Jinhyeok with a trembling voice. Its fine. There were three rm barriers set up on the way here, but did you mean they destroyed all of them? A number of Jiangshi were also lined up in the cabin where Alice and Teresa were. Seeing that Commander Shimma came in person, he must have expected us to be here in advance. As well as targeting civilians. The same goes for reading this number first. I feel like Im going through a lot of difficulties in the first few fights. I was going to start without losing any of the bases, but judging by the appearance, I have to assume that the other side has already fallen into their hands. The most difficult enemy during the twenty-seven main battles. It was difficult to use a new tactic to suit the situation every time. Thanks to that, I had a lot of failures in attacking the stairs. I can stop worrying about being bored this time. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth went up subtly. A thrilling tension that overturns predictions and turns them into scraps of paper. Its a feeling Ive been feeling for a long time. Ohhh. This ispletely caught up in a lot of big fish. The children of the shaman faction, the disciple of the Dark Emperor An earthquake urred in the pupils of the Simma Commander who slowly scanned the cabin. Eh? What is this? His gaze was directed toward a haggard-looking man. Puhahaha! No, the Heavenly Demon of the world, what is this! Anyone who sees it will know what a beggar is here. Symma Commander The Heavenly Demon slowly opened her mouth. The voice was low, but it carried no weight. Its really bad that I lost my kong. I was skeptical when Jwa Ho-beop said it, but now I definitely believe it. That I was right in choosing him. Samaja is not a vessel to be the Heavenly Demon. No, he is the vessel that can fulfill all of Murims dreams. He is too big for a toothless tiger to carelessly put in his mouth. No matter how strong the jungle is, how can you say this to someone you once swore allegiance to? Jinhyuk licked his lips bitterly. I need to quickly find a way to regain my energy. I dont want to see a guy like Samaja gain the upper hand and a guy like the Heavenly Horse fall. Watching such an unreasonable ending seemed like it would be difficult for me to ept myself. Besides, if I wanted to copy the Heavenly Demon Art, it was something I had to solve anyway. Right then. The Simma Commander waved his hand. Its easy enough to wipe out the bugs, but lets hold a small ball to show the greatness of the newly born Heavenly Demon Goddess. The Jiangshi retreated left and right. Theyered walls opened to reveal the cabin where Alice and Teresa Lesser were staying. The three of them were also awakened from sleep by the sudden attack and were outside. Tell me. Who is the strongest among you? Kill the strongest guy to prove that Kang Shi-sul is a martial artist. No matter how strong the Sects psyche is and how yers from outside the tower go on a rampage. I will clearly imprint on you that in front of the world of the Demonic Cult, it is nothing but insignificant power. Its not like theyre not partisans The Simma Commanders gaze turned to the side. Kuk! Sparks flew in the eyes of So Yu-myeong, who was nominated. If you stay still while listening to these provocations, thats not a shamans guru. How dare that group of evil sorcerers contempt for a shaman! Death penalty! Just give me an order. Ill go and beat them all right now! So Young-ho and So-woon also had blood vessels on their necks. However, the owner name could note out easily. Because the strongest person here was not himself. When the name of the owner did note out, the proud queen moved. Whoops. Thats of course a great and noble burden Elise gently ran her ck hair through it. Ellis. huh? wait. Jinhyeok stopped Alice from raising her hand. And instead, he took a step forward. As expected, it was you. A disciple of the Dark Emperor. Commander Simma looked at Jinhyeok as if he had expected it. -I knew it. The monster that subdued me, the greatest disciple of the non-partisans, is probably the strongest of the two. -Ughhhh yes. Well, if its a contractor, Ill help anyway, so its true that its the strongest in terms of overallbat power! -Jinhyeok. Please leave the rear to me. Everyones eyes turned to Jinhyuk. however. No, there is someone stronger than me. Are you stronger than you? okay. Jinhyeok pushed Cheon Yooseongs back with his hand before anyone could stop him. uh? Chun Yu-seong took a few more steps forward. Because it gave him quite a bit of strength, he reached almost right in front of the Jiangshi. thick and The smell of rotting corpses reached the tip of Cheon Yoo-seongs nose. Im a disciple of Chuhonsayeong. To be honest, even if everyone else, including me, attacks, it wont work for this guy? Ohh. Is this the one who inherited the sword for souls? Thats interesting. Hey! You! What are you thinkingugh! Chun Yuseong hurriedly swung his sword. Quaang! Despite raising the sword, the bnce of the body copsed in one blow. Suracheonsal Gangsi swung her ws with terrifying momentum. bang! bang! Wow! neck heart chest. Each of them is a cutthroat aiming only at the vital points. Keugh! A nervous light flowed from Chun Yoo-seongs face after using Sword Song. I was trying to counter it somehow with the funeral sword dance, but that was the limit. No matter how natural you are, you cannot guarantee victory against such a monster. At least, if it wasnt a ce where the opponents movement could be restricted, not in an open ce like this The worry wasnt long. Chun Yoo-seong kicked off his seat and ran. You. I will definitely remember this. Chun Yoo-seong ran away into the forest, but he shouted loudly at Jin-hyeok. hmm. also runs well A true strong man must have fast legs. After removing the most troublesome, top-notch Jiangshi, he was able to afford much more. As Cheon Yuseong disappeared, the loose air began to tighten again. You used one of your teammates as a discard. Hmm? Did you know? My eyes arent gnarled. I know hes strong, but I know hes no stronger than you. Whoa. Its not a nerd at all, is this? But why did you keep it to my beat? A fishy smile appeared on Commander Simmas lips at Jinhyeoks question. If I cant deal with you just because I dont have a Jiangshi I didnt evene here in the first ce. The highlight of the tactic is surprise. In order to move arge army without being noticed by anyone, he used the space movement technique through positioning. Even if the sacrifices that went in here amounted to hundreds of men and womenbined. and. All of that is toplete the premise of sess. Look. What it means to rule the Jiangshi. A drop of blood fell from the spirit masters fingertips. Whoa! A red-tinged aura surged along the floor. Keuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu! Koooooo! Keew! Blood-based sorcery through the medium of blood. An ominous aura permeated into the bodies of the Jiangshi. [The Psychic Spirit activates his unique ability Fellowship of the Spirit!] [The stats of the dead increase by 30%!] [The stats of the living decrease by 30%!] The Jiangshis eyes were bloodshot. His muscles expanded rapidly, and his nails grew twice as fast as usual. Again. Again. The transparent liquid dripping from the ck nails is a deadly poison brought from the Blood Bridge. There. [You have a status abnormality.] [Vision and tactile senses be dull.] [Sense of bnce decreases by 10% more than usual.] A red status window started to appear like crazy just by being in the line. indeed. There is a reason why Commander Shimma is confident. Only then, unless you are a Jiangshi, fighting in this ce would be tantamount tomitting suicide. But thats it. You are not the only one who has the power to manipte a corpse. Hahaha! Thats absurd. How many Jiangshi have you made in the meantime? No, theyre much more reliable than the Jiangshi. The category of the dead does not necessarily include Jiangshi alone. Come out. Behind Jinhyeoks back, a subspace was opened. Pants! A white blizzard like snow broke out across the vast expanse. A chilling chill began to flow. multiple. multiple. It was then that the sound of horses hooves echoed. A Death Knight whose entire body is wrapped in ck armor. T-Bone. And behind them were ancient soldiers with spears engraved with runes. The appearance of all of them lined up on ghost warhorses created an illusion as if the Demon Kings army had invaded the present world. master. T-Bone bowed his head deeply. Because he had poured all of his mana that he had invested elsewhere, T-Bone was in the shape of a perfect Death Knight, just like the one he saw in Paradise Lost in Dreams. Dont let anyone get in the way while Im dealing with him. The goal is only one boss. Leave the remaining small rodents to T-Bone and the ancient soldiers. Leave it to me. T-Bone drew his sword across the horse. OK. Perpuck! puck! The ground shook. The dead who were buried here a long time ago rise. Skeletons protruding through the ground. die by robbers The demons trampled on by the Demonic Cult. Responded to the call of the new master. With this, the numbers are equal. Its enough to make up for theck of quality Jinhyeok brought another ability from Memories of the World. [Trait Legion Core is activated!] Along the ground. Tsutsutsutsutsu! Blue magic arose. As if against the ability of the Simma Commander. Auras of different colors collided in the air. Inside the ck sparks. Then lets begin. Jinhyeoks left hand has fangs. And in his right hand, he held the Double Dragon Sword. Chapter 313 Episode 313. Fight of the Dead (2) Undead. Those who die and do not die. It was their characteristic to be endlessly wealthy and greedy for the living. and. The pinnacle of the sword thatmands them is the death knight. [T-Bone activates Lv15 Darkness de!] Parts! ck aura des surged along the white de. A deep light burned in his empty pupils. T-Bone, who had aplete figure, couldnt find the same yful side as before. There are only knights who obey the orders of their masters. Hee-yi-ing! fault! T-Bone tugged on the ghost steed by the reins and began galloping forward. The distance was short to save the speed unique to heavy cavalry, but it didnt matter. For the Ghost Warhorse, eleration was something they had from the beginning, not something they could create. Keeeee! Keeck! Blood Gangsi reflexively rushed. As long as they were strengthened by the Jinbeop, there was nothing to fear from the Jiangshi. Nails that can lightly cut through metal, and legs that have be much faster. These two would be enough to tear apart the cavalry. Jiangshi gathered in a dense formation. Break through. Do-do-do-do-do-do! T-Bone spurred the speed from the lead. The rest of the ancient soldiers also extended their long spears. wedge-shaped. The destructive power maximized through one point prated the heart of the Jiangshi. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! In an instant, the Jiangshi in the first row were shattered. T-Bone swung his sword and shed his foes, followed by a series of measured thrusts from ancient soldiers. like a bullet. puck! Perpuck! There was a round wind hole on the body of the blood gangsi. And the gap that T-Bone and the ancient soldiers had pierced. Dalgrak! Dalgrak! Numerous skeletons pushed forward like waves. This is the undead army. Unbelievable. The Simma Commander widened his eyes. Ive heard that there are magic tricks to deal with the dead on floors other than Murim. but. Overwhelming blood gangsi while using fellow of themander? does that make sense? At this level, at least one sect of the political faction could be wiped out in half a day. Even so. cooong! The Skeleton Knight, who sprinkles vicious aura, was overwhelming all fights. The rest of the knights and skeletons attacking together were also annoying. Almost half of the blood gangsi have already be incapacitated. At this rate, annihtion would only be a matter of time. Its pretty good. I hate to admit it, but I cantpete with Heolgangshi. Commander Simma nodded. OK. Tsut! Along with the sound of the wind, the Jiangshi, whose bodies were stained white, moved. They were the Yin-Yang Jiangshi who were specially brought to deal with the peak masters. In contrast to the reddish left hand, the right hand was frozen white. yin and yang. The opposite attribute aimed at the nape of T-Bones neck. Itll be enough with just three. A mischievous smile crept across the sages lips. But just then Whoa! [Inherited ability Blessing of the Stars is activated!] Holy light fell from the sky. Theresa, armed with white armor, intervened between T-Bone and the Yin-Yang River. Kaaang! The ws were blocked by the shield and bounced off. Ill join you. Brilliant blonde hair fluttered between the helmets. The Saint Relic of Joan of Arc and the Holy Cross sword received from the Holy Kingdom belonging to the empire emitted a dazzling brilliance. Keeeee! Keeeee! The Jiangshi who faced the white radiance let out screams full of pain. Divine power of the highest qualitypared to the undead. Teresas existence alone was fatal to the Jiangshi. There. [You used Blood Spear! ] Harpoons made of blood pierced Yin Yang Jiang Shis body. Kuaa! The yin and yang gangshi, whose bodies were skewered, struggled with their limbs. Huh. Its pretty solid. Jet-ck ck hair that goes well with dark eyes. Alice in the form of a Murim person continuously summoned harpoons. You must not let even one pass through! Yes! Metabolic! We cant just entrust everything to people from outside the tower. So Myung-myung and his priests also spread a wide square to protect people. As if they had trained rigorously since childhood, the passing team that the four of them spread together was very solid. Kuh! making it a bother. As the situation did not go smoothly, Commander Shimma let out an annoyed voice. Anyway, as long as the Commanders family is active, the rest of them will only be able to endure. If only those ghostly cavalrymen were eliminated, the tide of victory would turn this way again. Now that this has happened, I have no choice but to go out on my own. Its annoying, but you just need to use your hands a little. Sreung! The Simma Commander pulled out two daggers. A unique sword bent in the shape of a half moon appeared. however. You havent forgotten, right? Your opponent is me. An eerie voice sounded in the ears of the Simma Commander. Suddenly!? Jinhyeok grabbed Commander Shimmas back. Kagagak! As the fang was about to stab the scruff of the neck, Commander Shimma tilted his dagger and parried the attack. A sharp metallic sound rang out. Surely, I had five yin and yang jiangshi attached did you mean all of them? Its only about five, nothing difficult. It would have taken more time if at least Suracheonsal Gangsi had been left behind. The tower he climbed alone. In the past, he had dealt with all the Jiangshi alone. I had many failures and many setbacks. Its a natural story. Because I had to solve a near-impossible task alone without anyones help. but. Not alone this time. I had colleagues I could trust and be with. There is such a strong support so far. I dont have confidence. quality yourself. Others are fighting hard, so lets see the end. The stage will also be set up. Its time to splendidly decorate the climax. Do you think you can defeat me in this ce where blood magic is spread? Forced nerfs to all stats. It is certainly not an easy task to fight and win against a strong person like the Shimma Commander. but only one. Even in this sorcery, there is an unrestricted ability. C Heavenly Demon Goddess. Out of bounds and confinement, martial arts of heaven and earth. The strongest and worst ability allowed only to the Heavenly Demon. Jinhyuk quietly closed his eyes. Patsut! A strange energy flowed from the tip of the sword. Since the radiation condition had not been achieved yet, the power could not be fully used. Yes. In other words, this is just imitation. Compared to the original stream, it is stillcking and falling. but. Through the memory of the Heavenly Demon, I saw the structure and more than anything, the essence of the martial arts. boldly. arrogantly He thinks only of himself and has no regrets or regrets. Look carefully. Who you betrayed who it was. And how foolish you were to choose Samaja or something. I will tell you from now on. Jinhyeok opened his eyes. reproduce the sight I saw then. The fangs and twin dragon swords took different intervals. Thats the beginning. Kwaaang! Type 1. The tangible energy along the fangs exploded in an instant. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Heavenly Dragon Appears! The sword wind following the sword attack engulfed the Shimma Commanders body. Kwaaaak! Although he offset the attack with the half-moon sword, he could not receive all the absurd sword pressure. The ck robe he was wearing was torn to shreds, exposing both arms. That herbivore no, how could you what the hell! The Simma Commander couldnt even conclude a word. I was so shocked that my voice trembled violently. I couldnt help but be surprised. The Heavenly Demon Singong is a unique martial art that can only be used by the Heavenly Demon. Didnt even Samaja break dozens of taboos in order to learn the Heavenly Demon Art? In front of the trembling judge, Jinhyeok took up his stance again. If you have more cards youd better get them out now. Roaring! Through the twin dragon swords, an even greater force red up. One step away from behind. The Heavenly Demon silently watched the fight. Its aplicated feeling. His own martial arts that can no longer be used. Because it was spread by someone elses hand. I thought it was a battle forgotten by everyone. I thought it was a loneliness that no one would acknowledge. I took it for granted, so I had no lingering feelings or regrets. but. That was a bad idea. right in front of your eyes The herbivores that had unfolded in the previous fight were being reenacted sequentially. Its like remembering that fight. To know who the one who protected Moorim was. As if to say that the Heavenly Demon is not alone. back. The teeth were dug into the lips. There was an indescribable emotion in the slightly trembling pupil. Thank you. Words that should nevere out of the mouth of the Heavenly Demon. At the same time, gratitude flowed out that would never be heard by the other person. [Heavenly Demon Warlord is activated!] [The effect of the ability is limited to 10% due tock of proficiency for the ability.] 10%. However, that shame couldnt diminish the status of the Heavenly Demons reign. It is enough just to express the fragment. Quaang! Sword and sword crossed. Jinhyeok countered the blow that Commander Simma aimed for from a blind spot. Jinhyuk dug into the gap created by the shock. The fangs moved at high speed and attempted a thrust. Kakakakang! A spark arises. It was difficult to fathom the sum of the des colliding in the air. It could be said that it was almost simultaneous. The twin dragon swords crossed horizontally. Kagagak! Kuk! The Shimma Commander crossed his two swords and barely blocked the attack. But when I tried to counterattack. It was after Jinhyeok disappeared. The pace gets faster and faster. Dirt rose up, and the ground where they had stepped was dug. Now, only the afterimages of the two are vaguely visible. Kakakakang! Kang! Kang! Wow! The Simma Commander frantically swung the half-moon sword. My heart was beating as fast as it would explode, and all my senses were on edge. A situation where only predictions and predictions that surpass them are continuing, not seeing and reacting. Its like youre doing your best. however. Tah I cant catch up. Even though Im using all the jeolcho I have, Im starting to be pushed little by little. Awesome! Sword scars increased on the body of the Simma Commander. If its like this, youll get hit. The worry didntst long. Who said one-on-one! Commander Shimma gave an order to all Jiangshi through the fellowship of themander. Kuaaa! Keew! The yin and yang gangsters who were dealing with T-Bone and the rest rushed towards Jinhyeok all at once. In addition, the trump card, Cheon Han Kang Si, was put in. You may hear that it is cowardly. You may hear that you have been pushed out of your skills. But the one who survives is the stronger one. Pupper puck! The taut bnce has copsed. Yin Yang Kang Shi attacked from all sides and took the fangs and twin dragon swords with his bare body. The Cheonhangangshi, which was several times superior to the Yinyanggangshi, turned Jinhyeoks body into a lump of meat. no. thought it was made [The unique ability 1 second invincibility is activated!] From among dozens of Jiangshi. I saw Jinhyuk smiling brightly. Yeah. I thought it woulde out like this if it were you. The only question is when is the timing. He was sure that if he pushed him into a corner, he would pour out all the Jiangshi. All of them, even the lowly Jiangshi who had not participated in battles all along. It was much more disadvantageous to fight while protecting the vigers. Alice didnt know it, but the rest were dangerous. So I kept waiting. Until all power is gathered in one ce. And finally the moment we have been waiting for has arrived. Around Jinhyeoks body, the invisible energy began to condense. Whoa! The haze rising from the ground was distorted. It is a phenomenon caused by absurd magical power. The Great Destruction of the Heavenly Demon (ħ) A cut nt that boasts extreme destructive power. The heavenly horses name season, which dealt with Shub Niguras, was activated. At this distance you can never avoid it. Jinhyeok stretched out his two swords. Chapter 314 Episode 314. One step back (1) Kukukukukuku! It wasnt to the extent that the entire stairway was shaking like the Heavenly Demon had done. Its more than enough to shake up this area. The qipressed by the forward-stretching fangs and twin dragon swords reached an even greater limit. This, this The Spirit Commander instinctively felt a sense of crisis. If you hit the heavenly horses name season in such a condensed state its the end. The Jiangshi troops prepared with great care would evaporate in one fell swoop. Avoid! Now! The Simma Commander shouted that his throat would burst. and that moment. Parts! The mana that had beenpressed to the limit was released sequentially. A huge light swallowed Jinhyeoks surroundings. Episode 314. One step forward (һMһ) (1) First. Cracks appeared in the body of Han Kang-shi, who was in close proximity to Jin-hyeok. At your height? The flesh burned along with the acrid smell. The body, which was smelted in the Extreme Negative Machine, had extreme resistance to heat. Even that solid corpse could not serve as a shield this time. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah Kwah! An explosion of energy beyond imagination. Everything was dyed white. And when the sight came back the visible terrain hadpletely changed. Heo-euk! Heo-euk. Heo-eok The Commander Simma staggered back. Thanks to the Jiangshis serving as shields, he barely survived. It was thanks to the fact that he instantly converted the Jiangshis attack power into defense power by using themandants followers. But thats all. The Jiangshi he possessed had already turned to ashes and scattered. What the hell How should I look at him I mean. Failing the mission is not enough, living alone? Such a petty excuse cant work. At least if I dont post a small criminal record That was the time when I was thinking. hmm? In the eyes of Commander Simma, Jinhyeok entered. Is it because of the use of martial arts with power beyond imagination? His breathing became visibly heavy and his legs were weak. Its a chance. Yes. You guys have limits too! If I could just deal with that guy, Id be able to make up for all these mistakes. Commander Shimma jumped out of his seat. Although he himself was full of scars and was exhausted to the point of exhaustion. The opponent was on the verge of copsing just by touching it. Seeing him stagger with his head down, it seemed impossible to even avoid him, let alone swing his sword. If you can kill, its only now. Whoops! The half-moon sword drew horizontal and vertical lines and exploded at the same time. however. Kaaang! The sword he aimed at from a blind spot bounced off. Tombgraves right arm high-speed sword ovepped. If the Heavenly Demon Singong prioritized destructive power, the swordsmanship expressed through the two abilities pursued extreme speed. Its not that fast. Now I cant even see it. Puffer Puck! An eerie destructive sound signaled the end of the fight. Red blood gushed out like a waterfall. I must have run out of strength how can I get a sword of this speed Its just that this much power is exhausted. just. I just acted like it was hard. Its a way to optimize horsepower. Ive already mastered it a long time ago. I mastered acting a long time ago. A monster like one. cooong! Commander Simmas body copsed as it was. at the same time. Tring! [Your level has risen!] [Your level has risen!] [Your level has risen!] [You have learned the recipe for Advanced Jiangshi.] [You have learned a pair of half moon swords!] Countless The status window informed me of victory instead. 3 levels. In it, two of the best things that the Spirit Commander possesses fell together. Its over is it? The owner slumped down in his seat. A sweet smell emanated from his mouth as he fought while protecting the hostages against multiple enemies. The priests and sisters who fought together had long since copsed from exhaustion. I think so. We only helped Jinhyeok-ssi. Teresas white armor and shield were also stained ck with the blood of the Jiangshi. It was definitely a struggle. It would have been dangerous if there were just a little more numbers. Alice added a word. Its a pity to burn them up molecrly. Even if stabbed a hundred times with the Blood Spear, he wouldnt have been able to kill him. The regenerative power of the advanced Jiangshi was astonishing. however. Kakakang! The sound of someone fighting madly echoed through the woods. to survive. It was the sound of Chun Yoo-seong fighting like crazy even at this moment. Alice, pondering something, tugged on Jinhyeoks sleeve. But can I ask you something? huh? If we all have one, dont we have to use that swordsman as bait? No, from my point of view, the contractor alone would have been enough, right? Hmm Elise is strangely intelligent today. Having a fast-paced head and a lot of curiosity is just a short-lived trait. Ellis. huh? You know that, but pretend you dont know. Aha Elise widened her eyes. It reminded me of the things Chun Yoo-seong had been sneaking up on. Thats probably karma. umted and umted karma for the past. Then cheering from a distance was the only thing she could do. cheer up! He didnt forget to wave his hand at Cheon Yoo-seong, who was still running around and fighting. Exactly one day after the fight ended, Jinhyeok and his party returned to Lukyang. Since he posted a tremendous record of defeating the Commander Simma Of course, he was confident that he would have taken an advantage in the war. however. It was only after arriving at the Murim Maeng that I realized that the current situation was much more serious than I thought. The 3 elite factions of the fortune teller faction and themunal faction have been destroyed. They said that the Naedan and the sacred items kept at the base were also taken away. I got rid of a lot of Jiangshi, but that white Jiangshi was different. I was limited by barely getting out of my body. The atmosphere in the conference hall was heavy. There are only two ces where the Murimmaeng won. The rest were rather hit by opponents and suffered great damage. It would be fortunate if it was at least fortunate to have dealt with about 2,000 blood gangsi. Jinhyeok, who btedly attended the meeting, frowned. This is aplete collection of idiots. Its to this extent even though I stopped the most demanding Simma Commander. You dont even need to look at these guys. I have no choice but to thoroughly use it and then throw it away. however. Monk Hyemyeong from Shaolin said something unexpected. We also lost the Sinsincho that we kept separately. Strangely, he took only one of them without touching the other spiritual altars. If its a fresh herb, isnt it an herb that can improve internal energy half of a sudden? Its rare, but its evaluated as weakpared to the effort to make it into a spiritual decision. Kunluns single tree day and Hwasans Hwahwa also helped out a word at a time. Thats right. Its beautiful, so the small monk raised it with affection, but its a pity that it was plundered. Sinseoncho What if its Shinseoncho? An earthquake urred in Jinhyeoks pupils. An effect that revitalizes the body that has been hardened for a long time. It is a legendary spirit nt that is said to be able to wake up even those who have been asleep for hundreds of years. Of course, this is a story when it has gone through the proper refining process. In Moorim, Shinseoncho was only known as a material for making spirits to improve internal energy. Samaja did you aim for that? I thought it was surprising that he had thrown away 2,000 poems. Now I know what Samaja is aiming for. Of course, its not like I was trying to make an inner altar I was trying to wake up the four gods. In order to win this war, he is trying to use the Shinsoo who fell into a deep sleep. Considering the unique ability of Samaja and the efficacy of Sinsincho, it was a story that was fully feasible. Probably, among the four gods sleeping right now, there is only one one who can make a contract with him blue dragon. An oriental dragon that controls weather will soon appear on the battlefield. At a timing that waspletely unexpected in the Murim Meng. I thought the Moorim guys werepletely uselessbut they were surprisingly helpful. This information is worth a thousand gold. It was like seeing one of the opponents hidden cards in advance. And if you know in advance what youre going to write This side will be able to prepare ordingly. I have to get what Im going to receive first. In particr, there was one thing that had to be obtained from the Murim Meng to deal with the Samaja and the Blue Dragon. After organizing his thoughts, Jinhyeok opened his mouth for the first time. Kuhm! Keum! Youre having a lot of trouble talking so hard, but theres something I need to tell you urgently. Can everyone pay attention? You Is that the man who took care of the Simma Commander? Kang Jin-hyeok Thats right. My child was beaten by him. People who had not attended the previous Moorim Maeng meeting murmured. Joint and Army point-changers. And they were representatives from Moyong and Jegal Hwangbo family. What do you mean you have to say something urgently? Ha Hae-hwa asked Jin-hyeok. I think its time to get paid for informing us of the movement of the Heavenly Demon Goddess. As promised, I would like you to hand over the treasures of each sect. Sounds funny! Quaang! All of a sudden, a single tree hit the desk. The rest of the people also red at Jinhyeok with an expression of amazement. Do you have any idea how much weve lost this time? But give me something more here? I told you all the enemys location, but it happened. Its their fault and its not my part-time job. If you get hurt because of yourck of skills, you should feel ashamed. Its just amazing to open your mouth here. That, thats Besides, they dealt with the Simma Commander, but are you going to keep your mouth shut? Hey. You must have sold the righteousness and cooperation that you usually talk about so much to the neighborhood bar. Well, you have a thick face, thats possible. If you hit me in the back like this, what are you going to do in the future? Do you think that the Murim Meng can block the next move of the Cheonma Shinyo without my information? Seriously? The words pouring in like a rapid-fire gun made Danmok-Il a dumb man who drank honey. It is true that I made a promise. It is also true that it has made an obvious contribution. Above all, in order to ovee this gloomy situation, Jinhyeok desperately needed other information. only. It was too wasteful to provide the Munpas treasure. You have to somehow catch the pod and extract the information for free. That was themon thought of the representatives of each munpa, including Danmokil. Compensation is second. Do you guys really believe that he subdued the Simma Commander? I cant believe that the monster with hundreds of Jiangshi is dead. Rather, its not like theyre giving false reports to inte the ball. I think its right to start with the truth first! I agree with you. Even the original woman. To believe that the author did something that even the masters of the sect couldnt do It would be difficult to rule out the possibility of colluding with the Heavenly Demonic Church. What are you all saying? But its true that we took a big breather thanks to that friend. Are you just blindly suspicious? Isnt it that you view the author too favorably in the open world ? Believing that ramen will give you a clear answer. Famous. Yes. Master. Did the author really deal with the Simma Commander? Thats So Soo-myung nced at Jin-hyeok. Chapter 315 Chapter 315. One step forward (һMһ) (2) Gulp. Dry spittle ran down the throat of the owner. It was because he had been hurt to the bone by Jinhyeok over the past few days, and now he is more afraid of Jinhyeok than Sohyeon. In particr, the fear that So Myung felt was beyond imagination because he saw a formidable master named Cheon Yu-seong lose his soul in front of Jin-hyeok. If I went against the authors wishes, I might beg him to kill me. The possessive name was instinctively intuited. If theres a person in the world who shouldnt be touched the most thats that demon. Right then. The shape of Jinhyuks mouth moved gently. C If you say useless words, you will die. Is. all. Creepy! Goosebumps rose up all over So Yu-myungs body. T-Im sure. He never did any odd moves, and I saw with my own eyes how he decapitated him with a martial art he had learned outside the tower. I guarantee it, so you can believe it. Yes! Its not like that. Soyoumyung nodded his head most violently in the world. Uh, are you famous? So-hyeon widened her eyes. He was a disciple who was always calm and calm. But why is it so frivolous? One of the disciples of the non-partisan faction Its strange today. He was a talented person with high expectations among the small dragons, but it seems that the fight against the Heavenly Demons was fierce. You mean youre scared? Heh heh. Amitabha. Representatives of other ns also looked at So So-myung in disbelief. However, So Yu-myeong didnt even care about that kind of gaze. Its a natural story. Theyre noting to bed tonight with a knife. I wouldnt enjoy being forced to eat weird food or writhing in pain. I promise on my name. He No, the author is not a spy of the Heavenly Demonic Church, nor is he deceiving us with lies. Owners name affirmed once again. alone. Only the thought of living is filling my head. Due to the testimony of the owners name, things went quite smoothly. Since one of the shamans disciples guaranteed Jinhyeok, who would dare throw up? Doubting his words was like doubting the words of a shaman. There were a lot of people who didnt feel sorry for him, but at least he couldnt openly show his hostility. Haha. All of these things Ill use this very usefully. Stop holding on to it and give it to me. There, too. In the end, 5 treasures disappeared from the temporary storage of the Moorim League. Jinhyeok went directly to the warehouse and picked out the treasures he wanted. It was a pity that I only received 5, but this is not a bad result. I do it right once. Returning to the private amodation prepared by the opening, Jinhyeok immediatelyid out the treasures he had obtained on the bed. Of the five, the one that caught my eye the most was a long sword with a de as white as snow. [Hwamu Maehwa Sword] Damage: 26400 Durability: 5000 / 5000 Description: A ck sword made of iron for 10,000 years is a treasure among treasures given only to those who have received the title of Maehwa Sword Zone. This sword will never break unless the will of its wielder is broken. Originally, the Hwamu Maehwa Sword was an unobtainable holy relic. It was because there was no reason to give up this sword because of Hwasans pride. But what if it is rted to the future of Moorim as a whole rather than the fate of the volcano? Would a single sword be more important than turning everything under the Heavenly Demon Church to ashes? The answer is now in this hand. Sreung! Jinhyeok pulled out the sword from the scabbard. The ck light poured down to the point of blinding my eyes. Its true that even those without internal energy can use sword skills. I dont feel the weight. The bnce was also beyond perfect, and exmation came out. furthermore. Shamans Jasodan and Kunluns Unrobaekui are also rare. First of all, Jasodan had the effect of raising magic power by 75 stats when consumed. In terms of level, thats a level increase of 25. I can see why the non-partisan faction cherishes this. On the other hand, the Unrobaekgi increased movement speed by 30% and possessed the anti-resilience to deflect a fair amount of sword energy. Theres no way theyll give you all of this gently. First of all, after putting out the fire, when the situation calms down, he will show his teeth to get back the stolen sword and artifacts. It is human nature to boil and kill a hound that has lost its usefulness. I have already seen Ha Hae-hwa and Danmok-ils eyes to live. but. cute. Its hard to roll your head thats not working. The rosy future they envision wont happen. Because the person whoughsst in this love match has already been decided. Jinhyeok activated his personal status window. Tring! Name: Kang Jin- hyuk Gender: Male Age: 28 years old Level: 125 Strength 109 Agility 58 Stamina 67 Magical Power 294 Gap 100 Luck 10 Adaptive 78 Spirit 84.91 Stats Points: 9 Coins held: 11315520 upation: Ruler of Runes Unique abilities: Fusion Grave of Swords Blessing of the Stars Judgment of Anubis Blood Magic Mand_) One Second Invincibility Thousand Venom White Beast All Worlds Sanctuary of the Sun ck Heaven Devil Triple Magic Colossus Strike Breath of the Fire Dragon High Speed Sword Tombgraves Right Arm Berserker Realm of Wind Shadow yer Blood st ck Tears Tombgraves Bridge, Strong Power, The Legions Nucleus, Ancient Barrier First, you have to deal with the Simma Commander and distribute the stats obtained. Is it because level is level, so even if I deal with a strong enemy like this, is the limit going up by about 3 levels? It seemed that the amount of experience required was unreasonably high. [Agility increases from 58 to 67!] All of Jinhyeoks stats were invested in agility. Considering the characteristics of the samurai, it was necessary to increase the reaction speed and movement speed. Next Jinhyeoks gaze turned to the red medicine. Jasodan It is an elixir that has an excellent effect on enhancing internal energy. The reason So Yoo-hyeon gave me this must be because she thought I wouldnt be able to take it anyway. The more effective the elixir is, the more important it is to take it. This is because if you just swallow it, the bet will flow backwards and you will fall into a drunkard or be a ruin. Whoa. Jinhyeok, who took a deep breath, put the cutlet into his mouth. Contrary to its hard-looking shape, Jasodan instantly melted and disappeared the moment it touched your tongue. A fragrant smell spread through his mouth. [Lv7 Jin Tae-cheong Hwarang Simbeop is activated!] A hot ball of fire started to stir through the esophagus. It is important from now on. Jinhyeok sat cross-legged and operated the absorbed bet. Delicate work that does not tolerate even a single mistake. Only when the simbeop and the bet are perfectly united can the jasodan bepletely converted into magical power. Of course, Ive absorbed even more extreme poison than Jasodan. It wasnt Jinhyeok who would be intimidated by this level. Cuckoo Cuckoo! The refined bet fluctuated even more violently. My neck and back were soaked with cold sweat. how long has it been like that? [Magic power increases by 75!] The hot heat, like swallowing molten iron, disappeared like a lie. All magical energy waspletely absorbed. Hoo. Is it because I raised the stats corresponding to level 25 at once? Unlike when I raised my agility, the feeling is definitely different. how to say I wonder if I can feel that my feelings have be more sensitive now. The hum of flying insects. A sign that the rats on the ceiling are moving quickly. And I also hear someone running to the door full of rage. huh? someone full of rage? No way Jinhyeok, who was tilting his head, hurriedly threw himself away. Kwaaang! The door shattered with a roar. I finally found it. You fucking bastard! I endured and endured, thinking only of cutting off your head. Chun Yuseong drew his sword and let out a terrifying life force. Although his body was covered with scars, he seemed to have saved his strength to wield the sword. Yooseong-ah! Its really Im so d youre safe. Im afraid something went wrong I couldnt even sleep at night Its dark. Jinhyuk blushed. He even pretended to wipe his eyes with a handkerchief. Put away the acting that doesnt work! Do you think youll forget the atrocities of you who drove me to death! Roaring! Blue strong air gushed from Cheon Yoo-seongs sword. This is sincere. Seriously, Im trying to kill you. Uh huh. To drive you to your limbs. Ive prepared this for you, who suffered so much. Whats wrong with that? Hesitating. Chun Youseong, who held his sword high, stiffened. Hwamugive me a plum sword? To me? He was a natural born with little desire for money, but he was the only one. His greed for the sword was extraordinary. Since there were no mediocre weapons after the attribute sword, getting a good weapon was the first goal. However, when he said he would give him one of the best swords in Moorim his boiling anger was put on hold. die or die The promise to achieve one of the two has disappeared before I knew it. Jinhyeok waved the sword engraved with plum blossoms in front of Cheon Yooseong. You want one? Huh? You dont have anything like this at home, do you? Booung! Just as Chun Yoo-seong was about to grab it, Jin-hyeok quickly drew back his sword in half a beat. Shut up! Whirik! I tried to grab the sword again quickly, but again Jinhyeok was a little faster. Keuk! You said you would give it to me, but what are you doing! Ill give it to you. Ill give it to you? Instead, theres one thing I need to do before that. You want me to do something stupid again? What do you look at people as Its different this time. You just need to act as a bodyguard for one night. Bodyguard? Whose? No way, not you? No. Not me. Its about our exorcism. The sweet potato that had been hiding under the nket poked out its head. mosquito! Yes, yes. Our mosquitoes. Did you sleep well? Are you hungry? Mosquito Mosquito! At the word food, the sweet potatos eyes twinkled. It was a bonus that saliva flowed down his mouth. Ill make you eat your fill of delicious food right away. See this unlucky guy who looks like a parasitic brother? Hell be by your side while you eat. Wait! What do you mean keep while eating? Eating at an ordinary restaurant, theres no way you need protection, right? Its not an ordinary restaurant. Then where is it ? Of course I confirmed that there was a mountain of magic stones stored as trophies with the Empire. How strong the sweet potato would be if I ate them all Im already looking forward to it like crazy. So. Watch me while your pet steals and eats Murimmaeng? Yes. If I get caught, I will take full responsibility for it? Yes! Jinhyeok smiled brightly. Ah. And just one more thing. Our Kuma is going to find something there, and I want you to bring that too. Unlike the very famous Hwamu Maehwa Sword or Jasodan, this is a sacred relic whose existence itself is unknown. Thats why I didnt ask for it a while ago. Ask for it . If you saw it, you would have denied the fact itself. But if you have the sweet potatos sense of smell, you will be able to find the holy relics hidden in the secret room . Also ask for destruction. Id rather be creative than arson. There are things that shock them and make it hard to even think about responding. Haa youll be assigned the hottest ce in hellter. Then, youll be sitting next to me. I wonder if he realized that talking any more would only increase his blood pressure. Chun Yoo-seong let out a long sigh. Instead, Ill take the ck advance payment . With this , the recruitment of aplices was . What do you mean by this? Kunluns single tree grabbed his back and copsed. How can I see the ancestors? Ah . The rest of Sega s representatives were eager to shed tears of blood . The footprints had turned the interior into a mess. Because the guards were ambushed and passed out, it was impossible to even guess who the culprit was. The only clue was that the shape of the footprints belonged to a small reptile. Thats why. It was hidden in a treasure trove. No one noticed that the Returners Bracelet was missing, at least not for now. Chapter 316 Chapter 316. Song of swords (1) Due to the death of Commander Simma and the information that Jinhyeok passed on to the Murimmaeng, the war situation began to flow strangely. The momentum of the Cheonma Shinkyo, which had been pushing forward with great force, was broken. Instead, the morale of the warriors of the Murimmaeng, who had been buoyed up by a series of victories, soared to the sky. Because of this, a situation unfolded in which each faction only looked at each other without being able to vent their anger about what happened to Jinhyeok. -I might go against that guys nting and get more things ripped off. -Hes worse than the Heavenly Demons. I pulled out all the pirs. C You barely have enough of that. The coffer and the hermit disappeared overnight, so from today onwards we can only live on grass roots. -Still, thanks to the information that guy gave me, I was able to process over 1000 Jiangshi. Its a pity, so lets wait patiently. -Isnt this all the will of the Buddha? Amitabha. haha. While everyone is spending time watching Jinhyeok. Left alone, Jinhyeok enjoyed the long-awaited leisure to his hearts content. [Returnees Bracelet] Difficulty to obtain: A Description: A bracelet used by a person who went to another world and returned to climb the tower in the past. It was disyed in a museum exclusively for residents on the first floor of the Tower of Trials, but was stolen. Effect 1: Resonates when meeting a returner. All stats increase by +3 during battle. Effect 2: You can create a gate that connects to the other world when certain conditions are met. returnee. It refers to those who have been to another world. There were returnees in the Tower of Trials, but Jinhyeok couldnt figure out exactly how many there were. Its because Ive been hiding my identity so tightly. Still, with this, Ill be able to find some. A reward for finding some kind of easter egg? The returnees were given various privileges from the tower simply by finding out their identity. In particr, Medray was also an important talent indispensable to the upper echelons of the tower. Of course, all of this is still premature. Because to meet the returnees, they had to go over at least the 30th floor of the tower. Jinhyeok put the returnees bracelet back into the subspace inventory. at that time. Whoops! Another weapon in the subspace inventory let out a terrifying resonant sound. Balmung. The strongest holy relic that shed purple light struggled to receive the masters call. Yes, you werent forgetting either. Sooner orter, the time to use Balmung wille. All the main actors gather. When the momentes when the strongest blow is needed. Right then. Thepleted Balmung will reveal itself. Then, since Ive roughly organized it, lets go soon. Jinhyeok prepared to move. however. What? Where are you going tonight? Or rather, are you going to leave without telling me? Seeing that he was about to jump over the window, Elise came running. I made a lot of meat dumplings on purpose so that this guy wouldnt find out. It seems that he ate all of them. Look at the greasiness on that mouth. After eating all 50, my cheeks became very hamster-like. I was just going for a little walk. Really? Then, I want to go with you. Im full, but thats good. Actually, I got a disease that would kill me if I walked with someone I think that would be a bit difficult. If the contractor goes, Ill go too. If you try to leave, Ill just scream here. Really? Elise raised her eyes. This is sincere. As the mana filled up, I could see the ck pupils starting to turn red. Whoa Okay. Ill take you away, so you have to stay calm instead. Okay? Yes! Elise smiled brightly, baring her fangs. I dont believe in something, but I cant help it now that its like this. have to go together Jinhyuk lightly climbed out the window and jumped out. How far did you walk past the deserted street? The long steps stopped only when we reached an abandoned temple in the middle of a deep mountain. Shootaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa wind. The wind brushed through the bamboo grove. A night sky full of stars. There was a Heavenly Demon who waspletely different from when he first met. Theres nowhere to be seen as if hes about to copse because hes too skinny. Sitting cross-legged and absorbing the energy spread in the air little by little, it was like a specimen of a warrior. Is the word pious suitable for this situation? Jinhyeok looked at it in awe without realizing it. Kheuheum! Ive never shown that kind of side to my master. It looks like hes deeply into it even if hes really into it. To think that his one and only disciple is having an affair When he gets old, hell have to die. Its so sad that he wants it. The Dark Emperor grumbled and approached. Master. Are you here? Its been a while since Ive seen you. Next to him was Wolyeong holding a bundle of firewood. The two of them, who moved separately to confront Samaja and joinedst night, were currently staying here while treating the wounds of the Heavenly Demon. No, among the many expressions, what is an affair? An affair. What is it? Are you vomiting at the words of a sky-like teacher? No, thats not it I meant that it would be nice if we all got along well. Anyway, if you cant talk Hoh. Did you bring your fianc with you? Dark Emperors gaze turned to Elise. Ellis stuck behind Jinhyeok like a frightened elk and looked at him. It is because he did not expect to meet the Heavenly Demon or the Dark Emperor on afortable walk. Has it recovered to the point where it can materialize the fragments of the Heavenly Demon God? good. Not bad. Jinhyeok smiled at Alice. Its been a while since Ive seen this guy look like this. Well, since the Heavenly Demon Gods ability was on the same level as the Blood Lord, I couldnt help but feel uneasy. [Currently, a 10-star barrier ether territory is spread here.] Harmony of yin and yang. In order to restore the damaged Danjeon, the energy of the opposite pole is needed. The Heavenly Demon also knew that, so she tried to find clues about the two-element energy in the vige. The problem is the Heavenly Demon instinctively guessed the solution. Its just that I havent figured out the details. So, Jinhyeok directly came forward to help. The Heavenly Demons Danjeon is restored and the lost energy can be gathered once again. A barrier that can amplify ether within a certain area will provide the optimal environment for restoring the inner energy of the Heavenly Demon. Big! Kuck! Gagging! Suddenly, red blood gushed out of the Heavenly Demons mouth. hematemesis. However, it is not bright red, but ck blood. Another dead lump of blood blocking the muscle vein disappeared like this. The Heavenly Demon looked down at her body in disbelief. gradually. very little The energy is building up in the Danjeon. Danjeon, who is normal when he should not feel anything, shuddered as if he were reliving memories of the past. Kuhm. Thats why I didnt tell you? This guys words are trustworthy. This is all because I like peoples eyes. The pride of Jinhyeok was dripping from the face of Amhwang. Completely breaking the existingmon sense and doing what everyone shouted impossible. The one and only disciple did it. Your love for a disciple is exceptional. Anyway. Im a disciple who barely received it in myter years. How can I say it? Even if I look like this The Dark Emperor looked at the Heavenly Demon. Im telling you, Im sorry, but you shouldnt take away my studentter. If youre a disciple of yours, wouldnt it be my disciple too? Its good to have multiple teachers for great talent. Look at that. Thats right. You old man. This. Ive been keeping an eye on it. Not this time. Not until I get dirt in my eye. Never? The Heavenly Demons eyebrows curved in an inverted shape. flinch Dark Emperor took a few steps back. Ah, its not okay. Since when did you, the Friendship Law, obey the orders of the principal? If the principal regains even 10% of his strength, he will be held ountable for this incident. Ugh. Dont try to solve everything with violence. Why are you so full of energy just because an old man has undergone aplete metamorphosis? Besides, its troublesome if you get hurt by bluffing for no reason with your skills that are still only a speck of dust. Bluff? Did you say that the principal is bluffing! The Heavenly Demon and Dark Emperor growled at each other. You cant go to them. Im stronger. Maybe Elise muttered nervously. Master. Im not as strong as those who belong to me, but if my lord calls, we can fight together anytime. Wolyeong also helped with a word. Both of them look terrified that they might be abandoned. Are they fools? Not even children. In this situation, it is more than absurd that you are fighting your pride while arguing between yours and mine. What Its not a bad feeling though. Because we were able to reminisce and experience the many things that happen on one floor together. A soft smile lingered on Jinhyuks lips. Today will be thest time I can rest like this. Soon one of the four gods will wake up. The oriental divine beast called Blue Dragon, called a natural disaster. He had prepared for it, but when he thought of the great battle ahead, his fists tightened without realizing it. Tension and excitement, and beyond that, the desire to be stronger burned. by the way. Time was running out, but Jinhyeok looked at the time in the status window. exactly midnight. Its appointment time. Right then. rustle! There was a popr chuckle in the bush. A pair of men and women appeared. It is Cheon Yoo-seong and the death of a deceased person. What do you think? Dark Emperor widened his eyes. The other day, we had enjoyed a vacation together outside the tower, but that was only outside the tower. In Moorim, they are each others enemies. The Heavenly Demon also looked at Sayeong Chuhon with interest. You seem not to be surprised even after seeing Bonjwa. Now, not as a criminal, but with the spirit of the Heavenly Demon God. There is no way that Chuhon Sayeong could not have recognized the identity of the Heavenly Demon. Even so, the chuhonsayeong did not seem to be shaken. I heard from Gongja Kang over there. Chu Hon Sa-yeong slowly opened her mouth. What do you mean? The fact that you saved Moorim. And even the fact that I lost all my skills because of that. so? yes? Are you going to sympathize with me for losing my power? Or do you want to say that its not worth fighting for? No. I have no desire to insult you. Sreung! Chuhon Sayeong slowly drew out her sword. Kang Confucius. You said you need yin and yang qi to restore the Heavenly Demons internal energy, right? Thats right. Im still recovering little by little, but I dont think I can guarantee how long it will take. Then, well have to go ahead and explode the two ki. There are many people here who have mastered the qi of yin and yang to the limit. At the words of Chu Hon Sa-yeong, Dark Hwangs eyes widened even more . Theres no way the alliance would have allowed it, right? Yes. The Murim League and the Cheonma Shinkyo cant be together. In the blood-stained history, the two have always aimed at each others neck. Helping each other It could be, or it could not be . This is something I decided on my own. Why? Why is it so far Because we are Woorim. At this moment, it doesnt matter whether its the Righteous Sect, the Sect , or the Heavenly Demon . There is only one power. The Heavenly Demon God. friendshipw. Dark Emperor. Chuhon Sa-yeongs eyes turned to Dark Hwang. Bonnyeo, Chu Hon-sa-yeong . Chapter 317 Episode 317. Song of Swords (2) Even if you dont speak the truth is conveyed. Dark Emperor didnt ask any more. Instead, he epted the offer by taking the gun. I am the Heavenly Demon God. Friendship Law. Dark Emperor. The one who assists him at the right hand of the Heavenly Demon. for Moorim. To restore the Heavenly Demons lost internal energy. For the first andst time, a fight between the Murim League and the Cheonma Shinkyo, which was not a matter of life and death, took ce. Quaang! Dark Emperor shed both fists. The energy of Heukcheon Demon Emperor exploded in an instant, and the surroundings began to be dyed ck. Swoop. Chu Hon Sa-yeong also walked forward holding the sword in her right hand. Took. that buck Too light a step that doesnt match the current situation. In the air as heavy as the deep sea, the two narrowed their distance toward each other. one step. This distance is the distance at which third-ss samurai measure each others distance. Since we dont know how far apart they are from each other, its just a level of watching from as far away as possible. that buck the gap narrows Yibo (two generations). This distance is the distance between first-ss warriors. The distance at which each others body can be damaged by swinging a sword. Thats why even first-ss people dont try to narrow the distance any more. that buck Again the distance narrows. Both Dark Emperor and Chuhonsayeong still shine in their eyes like beasts of prey. Didnt try to take any action. It just keeps moving forward. Three Steps. The street of top-notch masters. It is a distance that only those who have perfectly grasped their distance can reach. It wouldnt be strange if swords and fists collided right away. Even so. Still, the two did not swing their swords or stretch their fists. Thest four steps. The gap narrowed enough that their breaths could touch each other. A distance that no Moorim would allow to an opponent if they were sane. However, the two masters representing Moorim entered each others gap without any hesitation. Moment. Shootaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa dazzling brilliance arose. [The spirit of the soul of the soul activates the Death of the Soul Sword Dance!] The sword sings. Even with the soul-destroying sword that Chun Yu-seong used. It is also different from the sword that Jinhyeok used. The sword dance of the person who created the sword for soul mortification crossed the air in a dizzying way. Flowers made of swords were in full bloom, and white snow fell in the night sky. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! Predicting the sword path is meaningless. Because every herbivore made a new herbivore. Huh! The Dark Emperor took a deep breath. bang! bang! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! He looked for an opportunity by punching the swords that flew at an invisible speed with his two fists. In the first ce, Dark Emperors long-term strength is not speed, but destructive power. Thats why a single blow is important to decide the game. Awesome! Tsutsut! wounds all over the body. Red lines were drawn on the body that was harder than steel. Each one is amazingly sharp. To the point where its hard enough just to hold on. However, Dark Emperor did not allow vital points, and waited for the moment when the flow of the sword and the breath of the soul were subtly out of sync. as soon as. now! A void that must exist in all herbivores. He delved into the moment when sword and sword continued. Chuhonsayeong also realized its loophole, but it was too short a moment to make a big attack. Pupper puck! Dark Emperor threw back his fist as he received 5 sword strikes with his bare body. The terrifying aura condensed toward a single point. Woo woo woo! Even if its simply a sword fight If two people who have reached this level fight, the story ispletely different. This is the masters martial art. Try receiving it sometime. Wow! The sword shield unfolded by Chu Hon Sa-yeong and the sword of Dark Hwang collided head-on. The air roared. Kuk! The sword screen, covered with self-defense, shook violently. Its because it didnt absorb all the shock. [Arge amount of ether is released!] Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! The power of the two machines was beyond imagination, to the extent that all of the densely spread bamboo was swept away. topography. Jigsaw changes. This ce, which had been a forest a while ago, was already reminiscent of a battlefield. As expected. Jinhyeok looked at the ck and white spheres floating in the air. Yin and Yang energy. The two energies that flowed out like that floated around tsutsutsu soon, they couldnt pass through the barrier and came down to the ground again. To be precise, it began to be absorbed into the body of the Heavenly Demon. [Inner air is restored.] [Inner air is restored.] The Eye of Gluttony showed the Heavenly Demon recovering rapidly. but. This is a bit difficult Jinhyeok frowned. yin and yang. In order to fill the gigantic bowl of the heavenly horse, two people alone are not enough. Its not just a matter of quantity its a matter of variety. There were dozens of different types of yin and yang energy as well. It means that even if the same type of martial arts is used,pletely different energyes out depending on the person who uses it. In fact, once the Heavenly Demons recovery reached a certain level, it did not progress any further. . . Dark Hwang and Chu Hon Sa-yeong also felt a sense of incongruity. I saw ck and white spheres floating in the air without being absorbed. Its probably not enough just for us to fight. Its definitely as you said. At this rate, no matter how hard we hit it, its meaningless. Our energy is already overflowing because its not enough. If thats the case The eyes of the two turned to different directions. Chuhon Sayoungs hand caressed Cheon Yooseongs cheek. The white hand caught the moonlight and looked especially white. The Murim Meng side will have my disciple step in. If its our Celestial Soul Remembrance Sword, it will be the same as mine, but it will be able to create a different energy. Master? I you mean? Chun Yuseong asked in surprise. Oh my God, are you not confident? I have to be pushed back by a disciple of the Dark Emperor isnt it worthwhile to teach you the soul-fighting sword? A fight with Jinhyeok, not Dark Emperor. When he realized who the opponent was in the fight, a different color shed in Chun Yoo-seongs eyes. Thats what I hoped for. The dance with Jinhyeok was something that Sayeong Chu was looking forward to even if she didnt have to push her back. Sreung! Chun Youseong drew his sword. The Hwamu Maehwa Sword received from Jinhyeok drew a soft curve. Today I will defeat him and prove that my sword is the best sword. Hmm. Youre saying that kid over there will destroy you? Dark Emperor also tapped Jinhyeok on the shoulder. Well, its always been like that. Ive been attacked and broken Ive cried and cried and now I think Im going to do that. Puhahaha! Its a good fight. Yes, the two of us ended up in a draw, but youll definitely crush that guys disciple. So that you wont even think about fighting against the Heavenly Demons Church again. Amhwang and Chuhonsayeong were so simr in skill to each other that they couldnt win because they were bound by the framework of fighting. If youre really trying to win, the next thing to do is to use weed. I think so too. Jinhyeok pulled out his fangs from beyond the distorted space. under the moonlight. Two swords draped. Chun Yoo-seong took a breath. [Trait Sword Song is activated!] Ive been waiting for this day. Kang Jin-hyeok. A dazzling amount of energy surged up. Cuckoo Cuckoo! The sword wind created by sword pressure perfectly surrounded Cheon Yuseong. at the same time. [Inherent ability Grave of Swords is activated!] You, too You dont seem to have a very special day. A cold negative energy followed Jinhyeoks fangs. Amhwang and Chuhonsayeong looked at the two disciples. As if seeing the two pirs that will lead this world in the future. like that. fault! fault! Jinhyeok and Chun Yuseong rushed at each other. My heart is beating. crossed swords. A chill like ale. Each others herbivores merge into one. Jinhyeok drew his sword horizontally. Caang! Chun Yuseong slightly changed the trajectory of his fangs and immediatelyunched a counterattack. Fierce blows aimed at arms and legs raged like a storm. Kakakakakang! Jinhyeok rotated his fangs counterclockwise. Certainly Ive gotten stronger to be stronger. In the past, I was just an annoying leech . I dont know, but it must have been harshly trained by Chu Hon Sa-young. Chun Youseong lowered his stance and immediately prepared for the next attack. Roaring! Sword steel that spreads along the tip of the sword. There, a new ceremony of the soul-destroying sword was unfolded. at the same time. Jinhyeok also followed the air and expressed a new herbivore. Soul Dance (׷ꄦ). Demon Sword Dance (ħꄦ). different sword dances. However, the end pursued by the two swords is the same. Form 5. Form 5. Ceremony is just a process for the end. Soul annihtion (׷)! Demon Spirit Ilchung (ħXһn)! The soul sword and the soul sword. Aaaaaang! The two seasons offset each others energy. [A new kind of ether arises!] A yellow spark rose between the ck and white spheres. This opened a new path. Just a little bit more The Heavenly Demons internal energy will recover to arge extent. Even if it doesnt reach its peak, its worth a shot at least enough to paint. Right then. How are you? Chun Yuseongs sword stopped for the first time. Huh? What? How is my sword? Is there anything different from before? If so, tell me how much it has changed. Anyway. This guy is also a total kid. It is like a cat appearing in front of its owner after biting its prey. Youre an opponent I can use my abilities to my hearts content. I was going to say this, but Seeing that guy proud, the young judge is twisted. I cant see anything like that until I get into the dirt. Above all, if he hides his toenails while satisfied, it will cause problems in restoring the Heavenly Demons internal energy. What I needed now was a stick, not a carrot. Its not bad No way, this isnt everything? A, no way. Doesnt seem to have changed much from before No matter how roughly you trained, this is the only card you prepared? Jinhyeok shrugged his shoulders. What, what? Wolyoung is better, what do you mean? . Yooseong broke his mrs and bit off. Good. Well then, Ill show you that you cant be smirking. Cheon Yoo-seong held the sword with both hands. Its not perfect yet , but the secret of the soul-destroying sword is in that sword. It was. I didnt know it well because I was always teasing it. Now I realize it a little bit. Chun Yoo-seong is also one of the few talented people who can go to the top of the tower. Woo- woo ! It seems that the de of s has materialized. After a while, all of those weapons will explode in this direction. It will be difficult to avoid all of this. Certainly This is a little dangerous. Jinhyeok stretched his fangs forward. Your words Its going to be hard to avoid all of them. Then Ill smash them all from the front. Partsutsu! The tangible qi began to bend in the shape of a half moon. ck moon night. A ck crescent moon hung over the dagger. It was the skill that made Chun Yoo-seong drink a few bitter cups. Chapter 318 Episode 318. Song of Swords (3) Booooooong! Jinhyeok flew the night of the ck moon. The ck moon rotated at high speed and rushed toward the des made by Chun You-seong. fast. Its because the afterimage burrowed into the opponents formation in an instant before the afterimage disappeared. But before the ck Moon night smashes the swords. Did I think I would just walk in ce in the same ce forever! [Cheon Yuseong activates Lv17 Swordsmanship!] [All abilities rted to swordsmanship increase by 50%!] Suddenly, the swords that had been suspended in the air moved at an odd angle. The dark moon night crossed the void and disappeared into the sky. A skill that allows you to freely manipte a sword in the air using Ki. This is the new skill I learned. Its the Iggy Sword. Chun Youseong drew his sword horizontally. In response, dozens of knives moved in different trajectories. Unlike simply shooting in a straight trajectory, it would be more correct to say that all of those many swords now had their own free will. Hey. As expected, the swordsman! Doing a circus with that would make some money, right? Damn it! You guys should be nervous! Can you afford to p your hands after watching this? Huh? No apuse? Damn it. Put down that bastards glow stick too. Before it turns into a very hive. Thats too much. I did it because I truly thought it was great. To be honest, I didnt expect Chun Yu-seong to win at the current level and pull out the sword. Its much more than I thought No, you trained with a very bone-chilling heart. Obviously, there are few people who can win against Chun Yu-seong once they have learned this. There was nothing to say other than that his outstanding talent and effort beyond that were perfect. only. If theres only one misfortune he has its that he chose the wrong partner. dont show What is a real winning sword? Whoa! The space distorted, revealing a translucent sword. This I cant believe it. Uh, how? Ah You An earthquake urred in the pupils of everyone who was watching. How could I not know? If the tip of swordsmanship is to be able to move that sword in the sky. Creating an intangible sword would be the end of martial arts. Heavenly Demon Goddess. Heart Sword. I saw it in the memories of the Heavenly Demon. The strongest feast that hurt Shub Nigurath. This is the sword I have. The limits to seeing and imitating are clear. However, even if it is a forged copy, the fundamentals do not change. Jinhyeok also crossed his canine teeth. Then, as if responding to the call. The sword is gone. omg? Chun Yoo-seongs pupils rapidly dted. p! The mind sword, which was lost in sight, split one of the swords he had made in half before he knew it. But without any surprises. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Dozens of swords made by Chun Yu-seong began to crumble into thousands of de fragments. Ah short. A very short sigh came out. The Tower of Trials appeared and many things happened. It was hopeless for some. The days that were hopeful for someone. Chun Youseong was thetter among them. If you start over. this time, youll be able to go back to the beginning and achieve the best opportunity and growth. So I tried to die. Ive been repeating the same defeat over and over again, but I didnt give up and moved forward. As a result. Meet Chuhon Sa-yeong and enter an area that was not reached in the past. The ultimate dream of everyone. If this was the case, he would have no choice but to panic. Because there were only a few dozen people among the residents, let alone the yers, who knew how to wield a sword. But always always. Opponent went ahead. To the point where I wouldnt even dare to pursue it. Master even hes surprised, but theres no way I canpete with him. Chun Yoo-seong nkly looked at the des that were scattered and turned to powder. While even the Heavenly Demon was surprised There was nothing he could do. Only once in a changed world. Ive only been dreaming of one victory. I have endured with just that one thought. How the hell are you supposed to beat a monster like that? lost. Chun Yoo-seong calmly dropped the plum blossom sword. hooked! The sword stuck into the ground. [The Heavenly Demons internal energy is surprisingly restored!] [The harmony of yin and yang is at its peak!] Status windows that appear countless times. Numerous spheres were sucked into the body of the Heavenly Demon along with the golden mist. With this, the purpose was achieved. except for at least one. Chuhon Sa-young approached Cheon Yoo-seong, who was unable to raise his head. Gongja Cheon did a good job. But Yes. But the opponent was just too bad. Chuhon Sayoung patted Cheon Yuseong on the back. Mastersir. I You dont have to say anything. This teacher is by your side. Next time, climb to a higher level and try again. Again once again. Are you talking about it. Being stronger here how much Choo Hon Sa-young consoled him, but Cheon Yoo-seong still couldnt raise his head. No words willfort you. Continued failure and setbacks have broken the hearts of even the most determined. at that time. Im going to the ruins on the 19th floor soon. I need at least three people of the same level as me. Jinhyeok came. what? You remember, too? Among the forces we met during the Masquerade, there was a guy from the Third Force. A representative of the 3rd force in the form of a dryad. babysis. There was one ruin that I had to capture with that woman. And the entry condition for the ruins is at least 3 yers. Of course, there was no condition that yers were of the same level of skill, but I aplished my goal now I have to throw a carrot. Well, I dont want to see Chun Yoo-seong, who is hurt and depressed. There arent many people I can fight with without holding my ankle. The first thing that came to my mind was you. Are you sure the system said it needed yers of the same level? Huh? Ah uh. Thats right. Maybe? Would I lie about something like that? Its dangerous, so only those strong enough shoulde in. Equivalent He slowly chewed on the words. Yeah. Come to think of it, Im still a bit behind. Actually, it wasnt a big difference. If I had just done a little better distribution of mana, it would have been enough. I would have dug in first before you used the sword. Mmm. Well, could that be? I wonder if it was a piece of paper difference. Indeed, its a waste. Chun Yuseong nodded as if he understood something. His face, which had been dark, opened little by little as if it had never happened. Anyway. Whether this guy is pessimistic or positive, I cant seem to figure it out. Since he has such an iron te-like face, he must have brandished his sword first, asking to follow him day and night andpete. So are you going with me or not? Sheesh. I dont like it, but Im willing to go with you if you ask like that. As long as the price is properly distributed. With this, I caught another fool. Chun Yu-seong recovered his mentality to some extent, and this time the Heavenly Demon and the Dark Emperor approached. Its amazing. I never thought Id be able to see a spirit sword here. Ive heard of the word Cheongchuleoram many times, but its the first time Ive seen a talented person who can make ite true. Uh huh. Jijon. What do you mean? No matter how much I do Dark Emperor nced at Jinhyeok. Keuheum! Im still stronger. Yes, its still like that. Be obsessed with short glory. Its not too far from the point of view of me. The Heavenly Demon smiled softly. The two were arguing, but Jinhyeok didnt see it at all. It was because I was pouring all my mind into swallowing the cheers that exploded. I couldnt help but be happy. [Your understanding of the Heavenly Demon is very high , so the copied abilities will be increased.] [ You have learned the 10-star Heavenly Demonic Spirit.] . In terms of destructive power, it has an offensive power that can rival even the gods. [Copied abilities are stored in Memory of the World.] I finally got them. One of the two martial arts that must be copied in Moorim. Thats a whopping 10-star achievement. Wouldnt it be perfect if I put the words here because its an invitational party? I thought a high castle woulde out, but this was apletely unexpected reward. It must mean that the effect of eating alone and the level of understanding of the Heavenly Demon are beyond imagination. Whats left Ill have to copy it when Ie back to Moorim after a while. Jinhyeok quietly drew a n in his head. How to move forward and what to collect for him. entire. But that was just then. Parts Tsutsu! A blue light flickered in the sky. That one? Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. To say its ordinary lightning Avoid! The speed of the lightning falling was faster than the shouting. Kwa Kwa Kwa Aang! Brilliantly bright blue lightning blew away the entire temple in the bamboo grove. Cuckoo coo! A great fire erupted. Inside a huge blue me thatpletely engulfed a wooden building. Something more overwhelming than the mes appeared. Jeezerit! The skin throbs. this feeling. this sense. Just the mana transmitted through the smoke made me feel how absurd the opponent was. I never thought this guy woulde out of here. Koooooooooo! The heavens and earth resounded. blue dragon. An oriental god who controls rain and clouds. contractor! Alice immediately appeared in front of Jinhyeok as if protecting him. [Ellis activates her unique ability Blood Lord!] To protect everyone from the dragon peers. A shield made of blood unfolded. In the meantime, the smoke hadpletely cleared. The worms are all gathered here. The voice was heard from the top of the blue dragons head. Of course, there is no way that the sleeping blue dragon woke up on its own. Jwahobeop samaja. The culprit behind all this is that man. Sama lets go. How dare you show that face to a guy who wouldnt mind tearing you to death! The Heavenly Demon and the Dark Emperor were the most indignant. Since the person who took the instep appeared in front of him, of course, anger soared. Jinhyuk was also annoyed. It was quite a warm atmosphere, but he yed the game very well. So did you believe in that one lizard and invaded this side? I think its too shabby to be called a military force. We lost more than half of our Jiangshi, who could be called our main force. Besides, as time passed, the strong front line was too difficult to prate with the remaining Jiangshi. But. So far, that many people. It was to deal with the Gangsi of . Do you all think its because youre smart? Have you ever thought that I deliberately induced it? What? A meaningful topic. Because of that, all circumstances so far have passed by like a kaleidoscope. Clues and clues are gathered . The route. Come to think of it, at some point, Samaja gave up the optimized attack and twisted the lines of the Jiangshis needlessly. It was like drawing a huge picture while marching. Only then did Jinhyeoks mouth slowly open . Was it? The truth? What do you mean by that? Alice asked, not understanding yet. . Whoa. Youre not very stupid. Sima Zha smiled a fishy smile. At the same time. Uuuuuuuuu! Dark clouds rolled in from the sky. Immediately, a huge number of red letters began to appear between the clouds. Luoyang fell as of today . It will be done. Kieee! Keeeeeee! The texts were opened and the corresponding number of Jiangshi howled. And you will all die today. The mouth widened open. Chapter 319 Episode 319. War of Dragons (1) Burning Tower. dying people. It took only a few minutes for the splendid capital to fall. Quaaaaagh! Aagh! Sah, save people! People in chaos fled to and fro in search of a way to survive. However, there is no way out of Luoyang, which ispletely sealed off. This will be a huge tomb. Hey, how did this happen? The Murimmaeng also took an emergency. In Luoyang, various types of barriers and defenses were spread out to block external enemies, but therge-scale space movement formations spread out in the sky now seemed to ridicule them. It was getting bigger and bigger. Right then. From the sky along with thunderbolts, rivers covered in blood fell. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Keeeee! Keeck! The warriors and masters belonging to the Moorim Alliance have raised the frontlines even higher as they have been winning one after another. Therefore, Luoyang was like an empty house. Since the heart was hit at this time, the damage is bound to grow out of control. Of course, there were a lot of masters who were above the peak level, but What is it? That white Jiangshi? No way Yes. Im sure it is. The Jiangshi in the report! Baekryung. The strongest Jiangshi of the Heavenly Demonic Church, who killed all kinds of things in one blow at Unmugwan. Of course, in such a desperate situation, I met an enemy whose strength could not be measured. Sabak. Footsteps without feeling the weight continued. Whiter fingernails grew from her white hands. Sreung! Representatives of each faction pulled out their swords. and that moment. Tsut! uh? The figure of Baekryeong disappeared. I couldnt follow the leap with my eyes. Be careful! I raised my spirits at the same time as I shouted, but it was after the head of the joint wave elder who was in the front had already disappeared. Push! Pushyuk! A long stream of blood gushed from the severed neck. No, thats nonsense. Void! This isnt the realm of being fast. Its such an overwhelming speed that you can realize the fact only after youve been hit. Spread! Ha Hae-hwa unfolded the herbivore of the twelve swords of plum blossoms. Plum blossoms fluttered in the air and des began to dance. Kakakakakang! The des collided with their ws, and dazzling sparks rose. but. Kuk! A sharp moan escaped from Hae-hwas mouth. Its hard. It wasnt just fast, but it had a terrifying energy per blow. Pupper puck! Kwaaaak! Another colleague next to him was hit. like that. Gagging. Aww! The masters of the Murim League lost their lives one after another in order ofck of skill. I never imagined that Jiangshi would be so strong. At this rate I cant go far. Everyone in the bamboo forest looked at the burning Luoyang. Everyone was at a loss for words in such a shocking situation. Looks like youve been caught off guard. Looking at that bewildered expression, the congestion built up while being attacked by you seems to be easing a bit. Ah! Dont do anything useless. If you try to help, its already toote. A satisfied smile crept across the corner of the mothers mouth. okay. Its alreadyte. There was nothing an individual could do against thousands of Jiangshi. Above all, this is not the time for you to worry about those out there right now. [The god of four directions, Blue Dragon activates Unique Holy Spear! Five colors of light began to condense along the huge blue dragons mouth. You dont even have to say it, you know what it is. Breath. It is a way to use the energy dissolved in the atmosphere, which is a little different from Western dragons. Of course, the ark was no different in that it had power beyond imagination. 1 sec. 2 seconds 3 seconds. The mass of magical powerpressed to the limit gradually increased in size. Jinhyuks eyes turned to the back. Even if the Heavenly Demon has recovered her inner energy, in order to refine it, she must have a morning meal. In addition, the body of the Heavenly Demon is not yetplete enough to freely use the Heavenly Demon Spirit Art. Master and Sayoung must also have exhausted their strength due to the sparring a little while ago. All elements were smiling at Samaja. Perhaps this is the situation he arranged. I had a lot of trouble crawling all the way here. So stop dying. Samajas fingertips moved forward. Thats it. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! The energy created by rain and wind exploded toward a point. The des made of air began to turn the surroundings into scorched earth. whatever it touches. I am helpless in front of that breath. In the first ce, there is no way to resist what corresponds to a natural disaster. But just then Dark Hwang and Chu Hon Sa-yeong came out. It was boring to fight only with humans, though. Did you say dragons? Indeed, I wonder how strong they will be! Im guessing someone isnt crazy about fighting. Can you say that even now, looking at that? Heukcheon Mawanggong and the soul sword spread to the extreme. at the same time. Really, I just followed you for a walk! You must be eating more meat dumplings! Elise threw down a huge bloody harpoon. Whoa! Three skills merged into one. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! When it collided with the breath, all vision was dyed white. A shock that seemed to blow away the entire mountain engulfed his whole body. Quite a few things had changed when the sight came back. What was a mountain is no longer a mountain. A huge crater behind a bamboo forest. The deteriorating trace left by the breath as it crosses the clouds. Everything told me just how outrageous the blow had been. Keuuuuuu Uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu. Dark Hwang and Chu Hon Sa-yeong consumed the bet to the bottom while blocking the breath following the rain. Ouch Ellis was also overdoing it. Ohhh. To endure that. Indeed, its like the Heavenly Demonic Churchs Friendship Law. The rest of you have a power thats hard to believe is human. Sima Zhao sincerely admired it. A human who survives against the power of the dragon? How can I not praise this? but. Thats all. Blocking a single attack was not enough. Samajas gaze turned to one side. There was an existence still standing there. Khahaha! Great Heavenly Demon. Seeing how well youve recovered, this left-hand protection method. I dont know where to turn. From the looks of it, it looks like Ive recovered about half of it. If you had had half a day more, you wouldnt have dared toe here. After half a day, I was able topletely absorb my inner energy after the Ungi breakfast. Just if only I had half a day more. Of course, you would. If you were in your prime, no matter how many blue dragons you had, I wouldnt have dared to do this. However, at this moment, please praise this Samajas strategy for calcting that half a day. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Once again, the mood fluctuated. As dark clouds gathered around the blue dragon. A thunderstorm began to fall. For the blue dragon who controls the weather, there is no such thing as running out of mana. Because nature itself was the source of its power. In other words. This means that it is also possible to blow infinitely. Lets get down on one knee. Do you know? Will I save you with a heart of mercy? To kneel down to the main seat? Isnt life more important than pride? Youve talked a lot while I couldnt see you. Stop talking and attacking me. The Heavenly Demon stretched out her hand with a calm expression. [The Heavenly Demon God] Even if you fall into the magic of magic. Even if the bet is twisted and dies miserably, vomiting blood. I had no intention of kneeling before my opponent. Id rather fight and die. I will live as the Heavenly Demon until the very end and then copse. But just then You must be very excited, can I say a word for a second? Jinhyuk intervened. Your turn will be a littleter, so wait. After killing the Heavenly Demon, of course you will also end your life. Samaja drew a line. Jinhyeok was not currently the top priority. But in the next word. Samajas eyebrows curled in reverse. I already knew that I would draw the true method through the Jiangshi. Its a bluff. Saying that you already knew the spilled water in front of you is only an excuse. Sima Zi pointed at Luoyang as if showing off. Samajas lips went up even more when he saw the huge saint turning into a sea of fire. Look closely. This is the result. The Demonic Realm is proving whose strategy has the upper hand. No, you and I are watching closely. Jinhyeok raised his right hand toward the sky. The mes from the fingertips pierced the barrier and soared high into the sky. Perong! As the me exploded, it created a rune word about 10m in size in the air. Thats absurd. Are you trying to set off some fireworks before you die? Samaja snorted. Looks like its sending a signal or something. It was too far for the elite factions belonging to the Murim League to reach Luoyang. Because all of their lines had already been pierced. But at that very moment. A strange thing happened. Whoa! A deep horn sound that does not go well with Murim. This cant it? The sama hurriedly turned her head. it is west A huge energy was rising in the west. And in response, torches shot up all at once along the western ins of Luoyang. The torches that were visible one by one in the thick fog quickly increased to dozens and then thousands. Doo doo doo! What followed was an earth-shaking roar. The imperial g flies. The heavy cavalrymen, who were surrounded by iron armor, quickly closed the distance toward the saint. I thought I was going to die to get here within a week. Fortunately, I dont think its toote. Ebraham, the Grand Sword Master, appeared at the forefront. Next to him was Pennheimer. They say there are a lot of undead monsters, but you have to be careful. We cant even count on firepower support from wizards as we use concealment magic against so many cavalrymen. I mean? Then . Hmm? A strong energy was captured in Abrahams senses. A pure-white Jiangshi with white skin. His nails were dyed ck as if he had already harmed a great number of people . [Ebraham activates Aura de!] A bluish-white aura that covered the sword body and surged over 2m. Ebraham drove the horse in a straight line. Quaang ! I cant believe it. An earthquake urred in the pupils of Sima Zhao. It was a strategy that calcted every possible variable. But what the hell is going on with this? What kind of empire is in a hostile rtionship? Why did hee all this way to help Moorim? I couldnt understand it at all. However, no matter how hard I tried to deny it, I couldnt make the reality unfolding in front of my eyes a lie. The scene of the heavy cavalrymen sweeping away the Jiangshi and recovering the castle is an unmistakable reality. It s a bit early to be surprisedI havent even yed the hand Ive prepared yet. Jinhyeok opened the subspace inventory. Partssuits! A purple spark rose over the crack. The dragon killing sword Balmun. The mythical dragon. The holy relic of Siegfried who had cut down finally appeared. Even at a nce , it was a strange looking recruit . Kuk! Samaja tried to send the blue dragon up to the sky. No matter how powerful a sword is, it would be useless if it attacked from afar. Once again, Ill turn everything to ashes with my breath ! But, this time, Samaja misunderstood one thing: owning a dragon is not the only thing. e. Jinhyeok injected magic into the bracelet. [You used the Returners Bracelet!] [The second ability of the bracelet is activated!] [Dimensions are connected.] A returner who has returned from another dimension. And the resulting dimensional connection. This is the legacy left by the returnee. Whoa! Beyond the connected dimensions, a pure white energy arose. [The ancient species ??? is manifesting!] The clouds part. What appeared beyond the gate. Oohhh! Likewise, it was an out-of-this-world existence that could not be exined bymon sense and logic. Chapter 320 Episode 320. Dragon War (2) Ancient Dragon. It refers to the strongest predator that inhabits the upper floors of the tower. [The ancient species ??? is manifesting!] A huge dragon appeared with dark red sparks. Koooooo! Just the low roar makes the air tremble. The thick dark clouds were parting left and right. The heavy mana that engulfed the surroundings also disappeared like a lie. By a stronger being existing things are being erased. Kuaaa! The blue dragon let out a sharp cry. Rather than trying to fight back, it was more like a desperate not to touch himself. It was the same with Samaja that was flustered. No, thats ridiculous It took dozens of years just to wake up the blue dragon. Unexpected wealth and manpower were invested in drawing the method of subjugating the awakened blue dragon. That was possible because of his position as the second-inmand of the Heavenly Demon Goddess. It was a feat that no one else would have dared to attempt. after so much hard work. He obtained a divine beast that was huge enough to equal an entire faction. The Murim Meng or the Heavenly Demon with missing teeth. Nothing can stand in your way any longer. Now it was time for all the ns to finallye to fruition. I should have done that. Its not enough to move the empire Are you saying youre using such an outrageous dragon? This is far beyond the realm of individuals. I wanted to spit out swear words right away, but now even doing so was a luxury. We have to respond. By any means. Kill! Now! Samaza focused on betting. [Forbidden skill Loneliness in Oblivion is activated!] Ugh! Koooooo! The blue dragons pupils were dyed red. A forbidden technique that removes reason and makes one obey only orders. Even if your opponent is a top predator, you can somehow make them fight. Terrible magical power radiated from the yeouiju held in its ws. w! Tsutsut! It was then that a yellow spark broke out between the parting dark clouds. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah Kwah! Dozens of lightning bolts fell from the sky. Directly towards the sweet potatos head. however. [The ancient species ??? is Lv??? I use the Dragon Word before Recording!] The falling lightning became a handful of smoke and scattered. As if the fact that it had been activated at all had been denied. Even if theyre the same dragon, theres a gap like heaven and earth between the blue dragon and the ancient species. Jinhyeok slowly opened his mouth to Samaja, who was now almost crying. If you want to fight with just one earthworm, one Yeouiju will not be enough. Oohhh! The sweet potato spread its wings in response. As if he would no longer be able to look at the blue dragon looking down on him from the air. Whoops! Soon after, a huge body soared high into the sky. Kuaaa! Koooooo! Two dragons met in heaven. What followed was a desperate struggle to end each others breath. The rtively fast blue dragon moved at high speed and aimed for a gap. Based on a flexible body, the technique of riding the wind is excellent. On the other hand, Goguma kept his bnce and tried to snatch the body of the approaching blue dragon. If caught even once With that, the slender body of the blue dragon would be split in two. Keeeee! The blue dragon, which avoided the sweet potatos ws, grabbed its back. One of the factors that determine the power of a breath is the activation time. Depending on how long you gather energy, the destructive power varies greatly. Of course, whoever settles down first has an overwhelming advantage in terms of firepower. Roaring! The blue dragon, which started gathering breath first, released the mana it had umted to the limit. Subsequently, the sweet potato also vomited blue mes. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! The two breaths collided in the air. The trajectory changed and the sweet potatos breath headed for the mountain behind the blue dragon. Aaaaaang! Power enough to make a small mountain disappear entirely. However, the fight has only just begun. While dragons wage war. Samaja, who was left alone, had a blood clot around his neck. Youre really annoying. Whats the reason? Youre just a yer whose goal is to climb the tower. If you stick with me, youd be able to go to the next floor without difficulty What the hell is the reason for being deeply involved in it! Thats why well, even if you stick to Samajas side, you can achieve the conditions to go to the next level of the tower. As he said, it would have been much easier and less manual. By the way. Life isnt necessarily about efficiency. I met Master. to stick to what you believe in. No matter how much his power declined, even if the person he worshiped lost all his strength he did not abandon his master. I met the Heavenly Demon. Even if they are not remembered by anyone, they fought to exist as Moorim in order to protect the world they were in. Even though the end was miserable, I never regretted it. Ill just let go of a few things. I cant see the scum who betrayed the people who believed in them. They didnt care what the means and methods were tomit massacre. Thats not how I climb the tower. The summit seen in that way will certainly be different from the summit in the past. Because the summit of the Tower of Trials did not exist for such people. And youvee this far, are you still going through the lines of dialogue? Jinhyeok stretched out his balmung forward. Booung! The sword drew a graceful curve, and a purple haze rose along its trajectory. Yes As you said, Im going to die if I cover the means and methods. If not, Ill bet my life and death on this fight too. Swoop. A white jewel came out of Samajas arms. A magic stone that holds an indescribable light. Undoubtedly. She is the Yeouiju of White me, the highest-ss Yeouiju. Not only can a human body handle weather like a dragon, but if you use Yeouiju it is also possible to create a new dragon. [Samaja calls out the little dragons.] Woo woo woo woo woo! A strange magical power arose along the ground. I never thought I would be writing this. Dragons covered with blue scales appeared next to Samaja. Its a little different from the blue dragon that fights sweet potatoes. The much smaller size of Yeouiju held in its ws also contained magical powers that would make it embarrassing to call it Yeouiju. Its a degraded version made with gold magic. Its size and power are only one-tenth the size of the main body. but. Even at that level, it is strong enough to easily kill quite a few peak masters. Furthermore, the small dragons in front of Jinhyeok were not just one. seven in total. Kreureu Kieheek! The small dragons threatened Jinhyeok with their mouths open. I didnt expect this Its quite good. I was honestly a little surprised by this one. Did you have such a Yeouiju, but didnt use it until now and hid it? Its a trump card prepared to destroy the empire. Its painful to have to use it on the likes of you, but I cant help it now that its like this. Even if the ancient species is overwhelming the blue dragon, it will take a few more hours before it ceases to breathe. In other words. It means that there is no one who can help Jinhyeok right now. but. Even in the situation of beingpletely surrounded by dragons, there was no significant change in Jinhyeoks expression. He is still coldly looking at Samaja. That attitude of pretending to be able to afford it is disgusting now. Rather beg for your life. I already know that you are riddled with fear. Well. Do I have to? No need to be afraid. There is no reason to be afraid. At least as far as the Bur At this moment, I was able to show the bestpatibility among the entire Tower of Trials. Jinhyeok injected mana into Balmung. dont tell me clearly That the winner of this fight has already been decided. Parts! The dragon sword that fell asleep for eons riding on the sword body recalled the memories. [Balmungs special ability has been used.] [Lv5 Battlefield Selection is activated!] [Reproduce the myth.] The sight is stained ck. Samajado, who was ring at him for life. Even small dragons that absorb the energy dissolved in the air to release their breath. Everything was erased from my senses. And when I open my eyes again Everything I could see hadpletely changed. The corpse of Fafnir, which has now be a white bone. The ce where the myth of Siegfried lies. This is the Tomb of the Dragon. Theres no way he moved to another ce in that short moment. Could it be that its a type of magic? Samaja looked around in disbelief. Since I came to a foreign space out of nowhere, I cant help but feel embarrassed. The small dragons also growled lowly with anxious faces. It is instinctively felt. That every minute and every second here is fatal to them. pounding! pounding! pounding! Jinhyuks heart beat like crazy. The experience of a great hero melts and permeates into the body. As expected, the strongest is the strongest. Excitement and exhration dominated his entire body. The memory of shing the dragon squirmed to recreate the feat at any moment. good. Jinhyeok used the Gemma Cheonryungbo. The new model disappeared with the wind. Took! The ce that appeared was in the middle of the small dragons. As if two souls were dwelling in one body. Disparate yet identical sword attacks unfolded. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! A storm rages. Keew! The body of the nearest Soryong was cut in half. omg!? An earthquake urred in Samajas pupil. To think that the dragons scales,yered with the energy of wind, would be cut in one blow. This is nonsense. Even the Heavenly Demon, who had reached the level of Talma, could not cut off the scales of the small dragons with a single sword strike. That means You mean more than that? You? It means that he is one level higher than the Heavenly Demon. All in one body with Siegfried. For about 3 minutes when the skill is activated. I surpass the Heavenly Demon. Jinhyeok grabbed Balmung with both hands and stabbed it at high speed. This time, one small dragons upper body disappeared. There was no time to scream or escape. In an instant, the two After they died, the rest of the small dragons gathered together in one ce. Koooooooo! The dragons strongest unique vocalnce. Its Breath. Kukukukukuku! Five of them started to create a huge mass of magical power with their mouths together at the same time. Rain and wind The energy condensed towards one point. Then, this side will also bring out something suitable for it. If the dragon has a breath. Siegfried has a sword that can cut that breath. A purple-grade holy relic. The demonic sword that cut down the demon dragon. [Limited ability Dragon yer is activated!] With a sword specialized only in killing dragons, and through that sword, a sword that can force the result. Starting from the tip of Balmungs de. Eyes . A pure white line cuts through the space. Chapter 321 Episode 321. War of Dragons (3) Slowly! A sharp cutting sound rang out. Its like the world has been cut in half. Kek! Keeeee Soryongs body slowly copsed. The five dragons were knocked down by the sword attack that took ce without time to react. I think the earthworms are all over with this Jinhyeok brushed off the blood from his balmung. The tip of the sword turned towards Samaja. Now you are the only one left. The one-on-one situation was finally set up. Yes. Maybe it was a mistake to leave it in the hands of others. Sreung! Samaja drew his sword. On the de made of iron, the poison of death possessed by Tang Wen is applied. Hey. Its a pretty expensive looking sword. If you bring it to my exclusive cksmithter, hell be happy. If old man Orun sees it, he will be eager to have it. Of course, there was a high probability that it would be destroyed while making a fuss about strengthening it. Youre going to take my sword? You? Theres nothing I cant do. You seem to have looked down on me quite a bit. I understand. Since I only showed you tricks behind the scenes, I cant help but seem so easygoing. Roaring! ck energy rose at the tip of the sword. [Samaja activates Cheonma Singong!] A demon recognized only by Heaven. The Heavenly Demon stepped down. Who do you think took over the position? Thepleted Heavenly Demon Demonstration unfolded. Among the attack world, if you were to pick the strongest ability One of the abilities that would definitely be mentioned. The Cheonma Singong was a martial art that aroused fear in everyone just by being mentioned. however. bang! Quaang! bang! As the sword strikes crossed each other, the face of Samaja became more and more savage. It is said that there is no opponent under the sky. No matter how much the opponent learned the ability that was improvised from the Heavenly Demon, there was no way he couldpare with himself who had undergone bone-breaking training. Because the quality of training and the experiences I have umted so far arepletely different. Kuk! bang! I managed to catch the greatsword that flew in the diagonal line. It was only natural that the ck power, which seemed obviouslyrge and dull, would be pushed back at speed. If thats the case Kakakakakang! the problem is. The point is that the opponent freely ys with that big sword like a pinwheel. What is this Samajas body staggered greatly. once once. I could feel my arms getting heavier with each attack. Didnt you confidently say that you learned the Heavenly Demon Art? Jinhyuk smirked once more. Dont be ridiculous! I havent even started properly yet. He said that, but anyone could see that the charter was rapidly tilting. To say the difference in weapons I also have the saddest recruit among the entire Moorim. Or is it because of this changedndscape? A dreary ce where the skeleton of a huge dragon lies. After moving to a new ce, not Moorim, I felt that the bet consumption had be extreme. Im not sure exactly why. Whats certain is that Im being pushed. If I dragged it any longer, I was certain that my neck would run away from that greatsword. Awesome! Samaja broke his mrs and bit off. I didnt want to admit it, but my opponent was stronger. If thats the case Cuckoo Cuckoo! Ignored defense and gave up speed. The strong energy that spread over the sword body increased in size. One-hit kill. It is the result of investing everything only in cutting power, oveying strong energy on strong energy. It will take the whole day to go here and there. If youre a man too, dont dodge and see the match this time. Surely, you wont do something nasty like dragging it into a long game and winning? Samaja provoked Jinhyeok. Its a cheap provocation that doesnt even deserve a response. Its a cheap provocation but why? Jinhyeok, who was moving at high speed, stopped abruptly. it took He didnt show it on the outside, but Jinhyeok didnt have time either. [Revival of the myth] [Time remaining: 0h:0m:27s] 27 seconds. After that, you have to fight Samaja while squeezing out your depleted stamina and magic power. Putting the opponent into a corner mentally worked. Rather, this side, whichcked time, stuck to the strategy that took more time, but the way to catch the enemys surprise worked intact. Jinhyuk smiled a little. Lets hold on a little longer. It seemed that he would faint at any moment due to the mana that went into manifesting the main body of the sweet potato and the mana consumed in the battle with the blue dragon. It doesnt matter though. Because this fight is now at an end. Parts Tsutsu! The balmung was dyed a deep purple. Its about concentrating all your qi to create maximum explosive power. Ill put an end to it this time! Samaja moved quickly for half a beat. cross cut. from left to right. A blue sword was drawn. Im sorry, but thats too much for you. vertical cut. from top to bottom. A ck sword strike fell. Wow! Light collided with light. Kuaaa! A thick tendon protruded from the forehead of Samaja. Huh! A thin stream of blood flowed from Jinhyuks nose. The muscles of the whole body screamed due to the runaway of mana. Kakakak. Sparks happen. The mes flickered madly. It was a few secondster that the equilibrium was broken. [The skills usage time has expired.] [Reproduction of the myth is cancelled.] A status window appeared indicating the end. At the same time, Siegfrieds power and the ce to reproduce it disappeared. brief moment. The joys and sorrows were mixed. Damn it! At this point, of course Kuh hahaha! Looks like youve run out of energy! Samaja exploded his madness. Now that the familiar Moorim has reappeared, my confidence is bound to rise. As long as he knew that Jinhyeoks strength had run out, it was as if the fight had already ended. Samazas arms trembled slightly. A little more and I could slit his throat. Samaja also couldnt finish because his internal energy was showing the bottom. In order to win here for sure Blue Dragon! Im calling the god who is fighting. Oohhh! The blue dragon, which was fighting fiercely with the sweet potato, roared. It was because he instinctively realized that he would lose his life if he turned his back here. but. Samaja used the golden arts to suppress the blue dragons instincts. Its a little wasteful, but it doesnt matter anyway. Even if he loses the blue dragon, if he kills Jinhyeok and wipes out the rest, its a business that remains. Above all, as long as there is Yeouiju of White me, there was a way to eventually grow other small dragons. atst. Kuaaa! The blue dragon,pletely losing reason, flew towards the ce where Jinhyeok was. It was because he was thinking of putting an end to it with a six-barrel charge. With this A fishy smile appeared on Samajas lips. Its over! The blue dragon came right in front of Jinhyeok. Close enough to breathe. and that moment. Is it big? what!? Like a lie, the blue dragons body stopped in the air. Would it feel like this if it was tightly tied by an invisible thread? Oh, what happened to this! Blue dragon! Grab that guy right now and devour him. Tear him to shreds with his teeth! Samaja put a blood band on his neck. I have no choice but to be in a hurry. Before the ancient dragon killed the blue dragon, he had to do his part quickly. Blue dragon what are you doing now! Dont just rush like that. Isnt he working hard too? Jinhyuk smiled brightly. It looks too rxed for a gigantic blue dragons teeth right in front of you. Did you cheat on something again? Its not a big deal, just a little bit of a joke. [The 10-star barrier Divine Tree Trap is activated.] When Jinhyeok flicked his middle finger and thumb, blue runes began to appear around him. A high-ranking barrier equivalent to a 10-star level. It was a range-type restraint spell made through an ancient barrier. Uh, when did you spread this spell? When was thest time I settled down here? How could I not have prepared anything? The fact that Samaja possessed the blue dragon had already been known for a long time. I already knew that due to Samajas personality, he would use the blue dragon as a throwaway when he was in danger. So it wasnt that hard to make the te. In order for the magic to be activated I need time to concentrate. Thats of course, because I didnt step out myself. Its no wonder you didnt notice. Even if you didnt use your hands, there were plenty of things you could do instead. Master! Did we do well? I worked really hard not to get caught. You know what? Hehe. I did as you were told without any mistakes! Everyone be quiet. My head hurts. east west north south. The spirit beasts waiting in all directions of the barrier waved their hands. In particr, Undine was stomping her feet at the thought of receiving praise. Certainly youve used your brain quite a bit. But, that doesnt change the fact that youve run out of energy. Even if we fight again from now on, Ill have a much better advantage. No, theres no need to fight anymore. Its already over without me having to use my hands. The divine beasts trap is not limited to simply binding the target. It was also the ability of the Shinsus Trap to remove all harmful spells and skills from the Shinsoo and regain lost reason. Whoa! The eyes of the blue dragon, which had been dyed red, were alive. The wildly raging body quickly calmed down. Human bastard. The first emotion expressed was anger. There was no way that the blue dragon would have a crush on Samaja, who forcibly obeyed the divine beast who roamed the mountains and pursued harmony between life and nature. good. That should be enough. Jinhyeok dismantled the Shinsus Trap with good timing. Cuckoo coo! Then, the head of the blue dragon turned to Samaja. I-I cant believe it. The principals Forbidden art Why? Keuug! Where does a beast of prey dare to point his teeth at his master? Kill him. You useless thing! Youre still umting karma with that filthy mouth, little thing. I thought youd show some regret or guilt at least in thest moment I cant die in a ce like this. So futile Theres no way youll die! Samaja swung his sword, but it was blocked by the blue dragons scales and bounced off. Even the strength to pull up the sword was exhausted, so there was no strength left to run away. Be dust and disappear. Wind in the blue dragons mouth. The energy of Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa! Thats the end. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! The de made of wind shed through Samazas whole body. He probably didnt even have time to feel the pain. It was so fast and overwhelming with overwhelming power. Due to the death of Samaja, the pir supporting the Heavenly Demonic Spirit disappeared. The main force that went to Luoyang was alsopletely destroyed by the alliance between the Imperial Army and the Murim League led by Ebraham. Only the adherents of the Heavenly Demonic Spirit, including Chae Hong-ah, managed to He fled out of the castle with only his life intact, and now, in a remote mountain a little away from Luoyang . Paying back is a Shinsoos duty and belief. [I want the Shinsoo Blue Dragon to pay off the silver won.] [Tell me what reward I want.] The time has finallye. Reason for giving. I was recognized for my contribution, but its nothingpared to missing thest hit. Of course. You must receive a reasonable reward. No, you must receive an unreasonable reward. A very unreasonable and absurd reward for the other party to feel. What I want is Jinhyeok slowly opened his mouth. Chapter 322 Episode 322. A new ve is always wee. Dragon Heart. I want you to hand it over. Dragon heart? What is that? The blue dragon tilted its head. ah. right. This guy was an oriental dragon. I forgot about it because I only had contact with Westerners. The fact that Moorim has to rece it with an appropriate word. Hmm. The ce where energy is concentrated in the body of dragons. In simple terms, it can be called the heart. Are you asking me to give you my heart? Thats what it means. The air froze coldly at Jinhyuks words. Giving up your heart means asking for your life. Youd better choose carefully what you say. Human. Its true that I was helped by you, but that doesnt mean Ill give up my life. Oops, I heard that Yong and Eun-Won are certain to end the rtionship, am I mistaken? Dont use forced Seon dialogue. My patience isnt deep enough to ept puns. The blue dragons ws twitched. It seems that the heat is gradually spreading. Otherwise, its fine. If I do this, Im going to lose a lot, but Im going to do it lightly with just one tattoo. Roaring! Jinhyuks fingertips sparked. The ability to force submission. It is the stigma of lust. Are you going to put a ban on my soul? One quick nce. Maybe its because its a Divine Beast, so you can figure out what type it is just by looking at its mana. Its better than giving your heart, right? I refuse. I have no intention of bing an limb like a human. There is no reason to do so. Refuse I was going to go well. I cant do it when ites out like this. Whoa! Jinhyeok took out something ck from the subspace. Ohh. Are you saying youre going to pull out your weapon and fight me? Thats fun Huh? The blue dragons words did note to an end. mosquito! Because the worlds most feared voice rang out. The sweet potato pped its wings in Jinhyeoks arms. Yes. Our Kuma. Did you sleep well? Mosquito! Mosquito Mosquito! Huh? Have I been well? No. I havent been well. Someone really ruined my earnest request. They even saved my life, but theyre trying to kill me? Can you believe it? Mooooogi Sweet Potato roared low. The lovely amber eyes rolled around to find the one who had wounded the masters heart. Then all of a sudden The gaze turned to the blue dragon. The two dragons faced each other head on. omg!? A gasping sound came from the blue dragons mouth. Involuntarily, his body flinched and he tried to fly into the air. Because he knew that he might really die if he attacked the ancient species, his instincts moved first rather than reason. Youll really regret it if you run away from here. I hate wasting time and effort on useless things. Even, I didnt mean to run away. then? That me. Come to think of it, it doesnt seem that bad. It looks like it will leave a pretty nice scar. Id rather have it on my scaly shoulder de. The blue dragons attitude changed 180 degrees. Sorry, but the train has already left. If I had epted the stigma of being obedient at first, I would only end up with the stigma of being married. sincerely. but. He made me take out sweet potatoes, so he should be punished ordingly. Su, didnt you say you would obey your words? By the way. Are you saying thats not enough? The stigma is something you should do as a matter of course in the sense that you genuinely repay the favor. Being punished is something you have to do additionally. What do you want? Yeouiju. I saw him taking Yeouiju of White me from Samaja. The pride of the Bur and whatnot and taking care of it. Thats no way. I cant hand over the sacred item that contains the pride of the n! Should I tell you that life is more important than pride? Kumaya. The new employee doesnt seem to have grasped the atmosphere of thepany yet. Fold your waist lightly in half. mosquito! Sweet Potato broke his knuckles. Come to think of it, it seems my hands arent enough to carry 4 Yeouijoos. Keuheum! Take it Whoa. Take it. Take all of it. The blue dragon shed bloody tears and handed over the white yeouiju. [Yeouiju of White me] Difficulty to obtain: SS Description: A Yeouiju that can handle rain and clouds and belongs to the highest ss among Yeouiju. It has the power to create small dragons. In addition, since the pearl of white me itself is a crystal of powerful magical power, it is a multi-type item that can be used in various ces. A sacred item of dragons imbued with powerful magical power. The ability to handle the weather and the ability to create small dragons were not bad, but there was a separate time to use this yeouiju. Its best to use it as a material to strengthen a new weaponter In addition to the greatsword Balmung, you should also have a dagger specialized in closebat. And Yeouiju of Baekyeom will do her best to make another purple grade relic. good. Then next Dont be rude. Its not as painful as it looks. Jinhyeok stamped the brand of spirit on the blue dragons scales. Chii profit! The blue dragon, who had given up on everything, epted his fate. but. The blue dragons pain is not over yet. Its only just begun. Umm. Then, what should our blue dragon name be? Eh, whats your name? Yes. Each of the new recruits who joined the Goinmul Corporation has a cool name thats easy to call. Ah! Dont worry too much. Even if Im like this, Im pretty good at naming. Im thinking of giving it a great name like sweet potato or T-Bone. After thinking about it for a while, Jinhyuk smiled brightly as if he remembered something. A soft hooded crane. A person who always makes the wrong choice and tries to catch thest trainte after the trend has passed. That is the soft and fluffy hooded crane. A hooded crane! What kind of nonsense are you talking about! This body is blue! Thats it too. Does not matter. Ask Orun to make me a ck armor and put it on. Because it specializes in long-range attacks, its scales are rtively softpared to Western dragons. There will be a lot of closebat in the future, so you should have at least one piece of armor thats as strong as rice soup. Then, please take good care of me from now on. Soft Hooded Crane. Blue dragon or soft hooded crane bit the foam on the spot. A life of maintaining the bnce of the world while loftily protecting Moorim and nature. That proud life ended today. Mother. Blue Dragon murmured onest time before passing out. The library has many books. Jinhyeok, who visited Ricks private office, sipped freshly brewed coffee. A sweet scent lingered in his nostrils. Its really nice to see you after a long time. Even if its not, for the past few days, theres been a lot of talk about Jinhyeok-nim. Rick let out a bigugh. They seemed to be very excited about the growth and performance of the yers they were expecting. Ive been a little busy. So what are you going to say aftering all the way here? It seems that Murim and the Empire developed a strange bond while fighting against the Heavenly Demons. Murim must have been even more grateful to have received the Empires help in a desperate situation. The two forces, who had been fighting each other with their fangs exposed, made peace. Promising to create new prosperity in their respective domains. Ive heard the story too. They say theyre co-hosting a major event. Yes. Thats why Jinhyeok got to the point. I would like to ask for permission to broadcast the event as an administrator, in a way that people outside the tower directly participate and ce bets on the winner. We will be able to share a portion of the fee, so we can benefit from each other. It would be beneficial if this happened. There will be no loss. A world trembling with anxiety due to Shub Niguras. It is this method that reassures people and at the same time elicits a response through participation. Originally, entertainment that could relieve everyones tension was important in times of war or crisis. I cant waste even one minute and one second. I have to secure everything I can get as much as possible. Thanks to Samajas move first, the work at Moorim waspleted quickly. It was two days longer than expected until Shubniguras fully manifested. It will take at least one more day anyway to finish preparing through Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min. Jinhyeok was thinking of taking advantage of this opportunity. Hmm. Thats not a bad idea. By the way, does Jinhyeok-nim know what kind of tournament this is? Yeah? If its a tournament, isnt it like a one-on-one fight? Jinhyeok opened his rabbit eyes. As expected, you didnt know. Thats why you can be calm like this. What do you mean by that Jinhyeok blurted out his words as if he had no idea. Ive heard through Pennheimer that its apetition with only one winner. I hadnt heard of exactly what kind it was. Giving a reason why its top secret or not. however. What is this feeling Creepy. A chill ran down Jinhyeoks spine. Im sure the dark smile on Ricks lips reminded me of the one I saw from Pennheimerst night. Maybe Ill lean. You are blessed, Jinhyeok-nim No, maybe you are not blessed. Rick left a meaningful statement. Anyway, does that mean you ept my offer? Okay. Its an opportunity for me to have fun as well as earn coins, so theres no reason to reject it. Jinhyeok-sama is a person who has a huge influence on the Tower, so I can give you that much at my discretion. Rick nodded, still smiling mischievously. The evening when a banquet is held. Jinhyeok, who had a leisurely time, finished what he hadnt been able to do before. [Current level: 126] The level has risen by one. I thought it would be hard to get the experience to level up because I couldnt get the final blow to Samaja Such a pleasant variable is always wee. [Magic power increases from 369 372.] The ce where you invested is horsepower. This is also quite sweet. Jinhyuk smiled with satisfaction. but. Tring! Due to the status window that appeared in front of my eyes, everything began to flow strangely. [Due to the authority of the two factions, the picking a spouse confrontation begins.] Huh? what now? Jinhyeok slowly chewed on the letters that appeared on the status window. [Difficulty: Unmeasurable] Description: An eternal rose appears in the chest of yer Kang Jin-hyeok. Whoever gets that rose is the winner of this event. Reward 1: Enchanted Ring (1 Pair) will be given to the winner. The Ring of Enchantment has the effect of increasing the favorability of the target and is fully supported by both the Empire and the Murim faction. Reward 2: You will receive a couple item that allows you to enter various attractions in the tower. (Cloud Garden admission ticket, seake hotel amodation voucher, and dining voucher for the finest restaurant run by manager Maetel) The status window seems to be red for some reason . I must have misunderstood. Or Im dreaming No. Obviously not. Jinhyuk swallowed dry saliva. [Broadcasting system is activated.] [Viewers enter.] [Those currently inside the Tower of Trials who wish to participate, please start registration.] The event has started. at the same time. Tring! Tring! Tring! Applications poured in like crazy. Chapter 323 Episode 323. Battle for a Spouse (1) Right before the event takes ce. The distinguished guests of the empire and the elders of the Murim League gathered together in Myohwaru, thergest pavilion in Luoyang. Among them, two men standing in front of theke were particrly eye-catching. They are Pennheimer who has represented the Empire and Mathebong, the Moorim lord who represents Moorim. I never thought wed be standing side by side and tipping our drinks like this. Chuckling. You really never know what a human thing can be like. Thank you so much. Thanks to you guys, Ive been able to avoid the worst. Matthew Bong expressed his sincere gratitude. Since he saved Moorim from the Heavenly Demonic Church, of course, emotions are bound to rise. What did I do? All of the victories in actual battles were thanks to Sir Abraham. Pennheimers gaze turned to Abraham, who was beside him. Ebraham, who was barely visible in the shadows, nodded briefly. Ohhh! It looks like youre a master at dealing with the white Jiangshi. Ive heard of your revolutionary martial arts. Baengnyeong ughtered the best masters as if tearing pieces of paper. It was Abraham who stopped the monster. Although hidden because of his dazzling appearance, Matthew Bong saw right through Abrahams realm. Never that its not under you. He wasnt easy going. More than anything I didnt know that he would get out of that situation. Ebraham bit his mrs as he recalled the memories of that time. To think that he would break through the encirclement of the Knights alone. Even in the situation where he waspletely cornered, Baeknyeong found a way out and ran away. The inability to put an end to it continued to cling to a corner of my heart. Dont worry too much. It will be difficult for the remnants of the Heavenly Demon Church to gather their strength again after losing Samaja. Besides, today isnt a ce to worry, but a toast. Lets eat and drink to our hearts content and enjoy this moment. Thats right. Besides, it looks like the event will start soon. Pennheimer pointed to the ornate hourss. Sarak. Sararak The sand fell at high speed. As if to say that time is almost up. at the same time. A strange current began to flow between the two. Anyway, does the Empire really intend to take part in this skirmish? Of course. We are the ones who have the beauty and grace to match Jinhyeok Kangs spouse. Cheolkeolkeol! We dont fall in love with beauty and dignity. Even so, our youngest daughter is going to get married this time when shes grown old. She herself really likes Gongja Kang, so theres nothing better than this. Well, I think it would be better for your daughter to find someone else. As long as we have the 2nd princess, the victory will be a win or a mana. What is it? My daughter is not enough right now. What do you mean? Hahaha. Did you hear that? Im sorry. It seems that your true intentions just came out. The warm air suddenly changes. There are no more people who talked about the future while running public affairs. only one. If theres one thing he can never give up its his connection with Jinhyeok. Both sides were literally putting their lives on the line to make this happen. Right then. Tring! [Due to the authority of the two factions, the pick a spouse confrontation begins.] All the sand in the hourss has run out. The status window started blinking in session. [Broadcasting system is activated.] [Viewers enter.] [Among those currently inside the Tower of Trials who wish to participate, please start registering.] The war has begun. Wagu wagoo. Elise put a mouthful of sheepskin and scallion meat. His swollen cheeks, like those of a hamster, twitched. Theres still a lot of food, so cant we eat slowly? Theresa muttered worriedly. Seeing Alice emptying the 7th te already made me feel awe beyond wonder. Youre amazing in so many ways. You dont even have a subspace inventory in your stomach. Seriously, how does that little body fit so much food? Andrea, who came to see Moorim, also opened her rabbit eyes. It would be better to eat lightly. If you suddenly lose weight, you may feel pain or difort around the upper abdomen. Various pathophysiology and underlying diseases may appear in rtion to the stomach or duodenum. Lastly, Chun Yoo-seong carelessly added a word. Either that or not, Elise pricked up her ears to search for new prey. I. Ill bring that. Seeing Peking duck being roasted on the stove, Alice stood up first. How far did you walk with a gun? Finally, you can have a te full of roasted Peking duck. Hehe. As expected, the chicken starts with the legs. Alice put thergest leg in her mouth and fully enjoyed the moistness and deep vor. Right then. Tring! A status window appeared in front of those in the banquet hall. Grumble Huh? Alices eyes twitched. Amodation voucher. Garden Restaurant. Arrangement Arrangement Arrangement Arrangement Arrangement. spouse. Nothing else caught my eye. You dare! The Eternal Rose belongs to me! Ellis took part in the skirmish by throwing Peking ducks. [Participation of Alice von Ataraxia has been confirmed.] [All abilities are sealed.] [You can recover some of the abilities or restrict the targets movement by investing coins or other items.] Adding the excitement of skirmishes some conditions for In order to win this event, the key is how many coins or goods to invest and gain an advantage. In addition, one of the points to watch this event was that the contract with Rick, the middle manager, made it possible for viewers to participate through the broadcasting system. huh? Elise opened her eyes wide. Viewers suddenly starteding in from the activated status window. -Zero Cider: 5555 is finally here. -Dark Chocte Cookie: Your heart bes magnificent. Silver-haired older sisters personal broadcasting channel? -Ripple 4600th Floor Buyer: This coin is ZONVER. just trust me What are these lowly things? Jim has to make the most important decision in the world right now. Dont interfere. Ellis frowned. -Noh Jin-hwa: Older sister. We are here to cheer for our sister. -Liope: Looking at it, Teresa and Andriana and some of the favorites are strong. Still, our chances of winning are the highest. Thanks to that, the dividend is also the lowest. ?? -soe: Dividend and Nabal. I cant see Jinhyeok dating another candidate until dirt gets in my eyes. My brother is a heavenly body. -Nangrang: I cant stand that hahaha. Through some of the videos uploaded by Jinhyeok, Alices poprity was skyrocketing. On the other hand, he belonged to the Goinmul Corporation, but unlike Teresa and Chun Yoo-seong, rtively little information has been released. Because of this, viewers were truly enthusiastic about this opportunity. Oh, so. Does that mean that Jims chance of getting a rose increases if he buys the items over there? -MIN: Yes. But we looked at the prices of the items in advance, and they are very expensive. I guess Ill have to make a decision carefully. -Hobin: There are about 100 types, but the price for each one is ridiculous. -Ahhh: Its enough to make onerge guild. Even if you build an S-ss raid group, you can maintain it. C Meongmong: Dont worry too much. We will choose the most cost-effective and efficient one together. -Asyam: Lets start with the items that Jinhyeok tracks. that looked the best Binding and slowing spells seem to be useful too. -vie: Trust us! Its expensive If going out with Jinhyeok and selling goods hes owned for thousands of years are put on the scales its not even worth worrying about. Behind Alice, a red subspace opened up. While the atmosphere was heating up. Jinhyeok, who was perched on top of an obscure pavilion, let out a small sigh. Did the prom get me as a prize? At the shaman, So Cheong-ah, So Myung-myungs younger sister, took the lead. In Hwasan, Seol-Lin Baek participated. Even the youngest daughter of the Murim lord participated proudly, so in fact the entire Murim set out to get him as their son-inw. In addition in the empire, marquis and count families threw candies one after another. In addition, the second princess Victoria officially represented the Reinhardt family, marking the culmination of this scramble. Andria and Teresa Really amazing, amazing. The number alone is 279 in total. Just looking at it made me realize that my head was pounding. But fortunately this event is not an event that only sees losses one-sidedly. [Time limit: 3h:57m:27s] [Reward: If you protect Eternal Rose within the time limit, you can obtain the item.] The Rose of Eternity is a special event item with an absolute judgment effect. He had the ability to nt a crush on a target twice his level. Its too much for the guys on the 50th floor, but its an allowance that can be eaten by the lower deities in the upper floors. You must get your hands on it. Even in order to take advantage of the rtionship with the Nordics. It onlysts 4 hours. Cant you survive 4 hours in this vast Luoyang? If theres just one thing thats going on. Jinhyuk nced down at the clothes he was wearing. A ck tuxedo and a red rose on his chest. Its nice, but its too revealing to stand out. It wont be easy. It was then. Took! I could feel someones presence behind Jinhyuks back. Mr. Jinhyeok? It was Theresa. startled Jinhyeok took a few steps apart. To say Im lost, the timing is too odd. What are you doing here? That, thats Actually, I dont want to force myself to do that. But my father asked me to. To be honest, I also want to walk in the garden with Mr. Jinhyeok Ahhh Theresa hesitated clouded his speech The nape of his neck burned red, as if he was embarrassed to speak gibberish. -him: Dont be embarrassed! Hurry up and take the rose! C Aye ae ae ae: Yes, yes. Our Teresa, do whatever you want! C Soongsoong: Teresa stayed for 1 year. Is it bearing fruit now? -fashionister: I need to do it quickly. Right now, Moorim and the Empire have also robbed the coffers and purchased location tracking items. Viewers who bet on Teresa also chatted like crazy. But Theresa was still stomping in her ce, as if she didnt know what to do. But at that moment. Ah! Not now wait! Theresa eximed hastily. But its already toote [Teresas other personality forcibly triggers Corruption!] Roaring! The divine aura was dyed ck. fallen maiden. Theresa, a ckening who spreads bewitching energy, has newly appeared. Im so frustrated I cant see you. Noona will y with you all day, so hurry up and hand over that rose. Serung! It would be difficult if the two of us became an official couple at the Tower of Trials, wouldnt it? Jinhyeok secretly tried to buy some time. But. You can have both, what are you worried about? Theresa didnt find such a way to earn time . -Insta: Reverse Harem Gazuaaa!! -Tokopaks : Lets get rid of it quickly before anyone elsees . Its starting to feel like its going to be a day. Chapter 324 Episode 324. Fighting for a spouse (2) Kukukukuku! Theresa raised her mana. Its an incredible energy. Normally, Teresa was powerful, but now that her magical powers were sealed, her strength stood out even more. gulp! Jinhyuk swallowed dry saliva. It takes 1 million coins or equivalent items to unlock the magic seal. Looks like youve liberated at least the third step There must be a huge handful of viewers in Teresas room. Or, Teresa used her own money to purchase an item that released magic. Whatever it is, its dangerous. Youd better keep quiet. You might be a groom without arms and legs if you rebel against it. Well, I think thats attractive in its own way. Theresa let out a strangeugh. It gives me more goosebumps to see him say bloody words casually. at the same time. Quaang! Theresa kicked off the ground and closed the distance in an instant. The point of the sword is towards the left chest. This is where the eternal rose is located. Boooooong! At this level, its not just about taking out the roses, its about cutting off the shoulder des. Jinhyeok instinctively flung his body to the left. Since the ability is sealed, you have to deal with it purely with reflexes. but. Theresas left hand moved like lightning. Just before he managed to escape the encirclement, a white arm grabbed Jinhyeoks tuxedo. Caught. Got it. The corners of Teresas mouth curled up. Kuk! How could such frightening powere from such slender arms? I cant get out of it. It seems that not only his abilities but also his stats have been nerfed. Fufufu. Dont rebel. To be honest, Im a decent bride-to-be, right? A good family, a good image among people. Its beautiful. Besides, every day should be fun, right? You say that well. How embarrassing do you want to be when the corruption is releasedter? I highly rmend protecting the dignity of your original personality. Huh. Well, if it were that Sunding, Id give it a kick, but it doesnt matter anyway. Im cautioning to do something first and regret itter. Theresa reached out without hesitation. But just then You. You you you you. Those hands! Cant you clean up those dirty hands right away! The most furious Alice I had ever seen appeared. My voice is trembling. The red pupils and the standing silver hair are quite impressive. That power you. How many stages did you open the seal on? Theresas eyes narrowed. A total of 10 levels limit abilities. Teresa sold a divine ring and unlocked the third level. However, the energy she felt right now wasnt just level 3. Alice opened her mouth as if asking for something obvious. Ive done everything. -Compensation Master: All? -Park Jong-hoon: You mean you unlocked the 10th stage seal? -ftd: No, if its level 10 Mch. Need more than 30 million coins? Did you finish it? A hugemotion erupted among the onlookers. I couldnt help but be flustered. The price of various items sold at this event was all the same. Everyone just put up an outrageous price for the topic of the event. I didnt think anyone would actually be able to buy it. -npu3: Didnt you copy the coin? does that make sense? Looking at it, the Empire and Moorim gave full support, so I managed to break through the 7th level? -liron3333: No wait. I dont think its just dispelling the mana? that. look at that Map in hand. see that? At someones words, all eyes turned to Elises hand. -The strongest hitter: Huh! i know what i am Its the one I posted at the most expensive price among the items. Its worth 100 million coins. Is there anyone who can buy that? -cjm1: No, Im going on a date with Jinhyeok Burn 100 million won? Is it real? -FP: Looking at the sales record. I traded it for an ancient artifact on the 20th floor? Its a shield with 300,000 defense. C Thread: The defense of the best armor currently registered in the Tower of Trials auction house is 70,000. Its crazy. really crazy -Chris: The top, mid and bottom all be grand. The chat window exploded like crazy. Did that stupid vampire even buy the holy relic? I could see a faint blue aura rising from the map in Elises hand. If a low-grade map btedly tracks the reverberation left by the subject The map Ellis purchased was able to track the location of the subject in real time. To pour such ridiculous amounts of money into a special item that can only be used within the event. I really dont know what youre thinking. Could that guy really like me? Jinhyuk tilted his head. Ay no way I guess its just because I have a lot of possessiveness and obsession. Among the rewards from the event, there were some that were not in Alices collection. Youre a kid, dont join the adults, go away and eat your favorite dumplings to your hearts content. Who, whoever said she was a kid, you stupid saintess! At the word kid, Elisepletely lost her temper. And the result was a disaster worthy of being called a disaster. [Ellis activates her unique Holy Spear, Revtion of the Gaebyeok!] A red ring that appears behind her back. The absolute Noble Phantasm that executes judgment has been opened. Hey if you take it out of here! Jinhyeok shouted, but it was already toote. All the moisture in the air was consumed and the clouds lost their shape. A strong gust of wind arose from a pair of fully bloomed wings. Even if I put up with everything else Really, really, even if I put up with everything Kuku kuk kuku! Fear beyond imagination raged. Because the surroundings are all red, even the viewers cannot see what is happening. I cant yield to this even if I die! A voice of firm determination. As a result, Teresa, who was not to be defeated, also raised her bodys abilities to the maximum. [Teresa activates Blessing of the Stars!] Its the same with me who cant yield. Roaring! ck starlight enveloped Theresas body. This isplete madness. The entire pavilion began to shake violently due to the magic power emitted by the two crazy monsters. But right before Jinhyeok gets caught up in a battle. sook! I felt a soft hand on my waist. Jinhyeok! Andrea, who has nine tails, grabbed Jinhyeok tightly. Andria? Ill escape. Hold tight! Andrea, who was in the form of a water person, activated the ability of the fox marble. The ce where it came off was a ce far away from the pavilion. On the way, I met the youngdies of the empire with the eyes of beasts and the warriors of Moorim who felt the will to make a life-and-death decision. -Oh my goodness. The flower on the chest looks very pretty. Shall we go somewhere dark and deserted and talk for a while? C Ho-ho-ho. Could I possibly do something? Im just genuinely curious about Confucius Kang. This is why coin is scary. Even those who were weak were greatly strengthened through items. Its a shame because Andrea was there, but I almost got hit right away. Ha ha ha ha ha. Jinhyuk took a deep breath. Its been a long time since I ran purely using my stamina. catch! Where are you? Why is the location tracking magic so slow? s! Its frustrating! My father spends a lot of money at times like this. Only then will it be stolen by others. Still, the voices of countless women echoed across the alley. If I were to get caught, I wouldnt even be able to dig the bones of roses or whatever. Thank you, Andrea. Thanks to you, I can breathe. Hehe. I was praised. Andrea smiled brightly. okay. There must be such an innocent guy. Seeing the selfless help, I thought that I hadnt lived my lifepletely wrong I was going to. hmm? But why do you feel like youve been driven to a dead end? Andrea smiled and blocked the only exit. Jinhyeok-nim. Do you remember that time? AnDria? The first time he rescued me from the psychiatric ward. I really thought that the prince on a white horse hade. Until then, either be sacrificed or discarded as expendable items. I thought it was only one life. Yes. Thank you very much for remembering me as a good memory, but can you move away? Thats why. This time, Im going to be greedy and not just give in to my older sisters. [Andria activates Lv11 Temptation of the Nine-Tailed Fox!] Nine tails rustled. Like seeing Medusa from the front. Senses throughout the body faded. Mental attack. Its a big deal. If you get hit by this while the barrier or other stats are blocked Jinhyeok twists his whole body. However, no matter how hard he tried, he could not resist the skill with his bare body. Hehe. Even Jinhyeok-nim would be unreasonable within these restrictions? Andrea took one step forward. One of the tails grazed the ball. Andreas hand reached for the rose. Is this the end? the moment I thought puck! ah? With a dull sound, Andreas body staggered greatly. Appearing from the back My lord. Im sorry Imte. with Wolyoung. I dont know how much more I have to do to get behind you. It was heavenly. How are you guys here? Jinhyuk widened his eyes. Then, it seemed that Cheon Yoo-seong was disgusting. I red at Jinhyeok. Dont pretend you dont know. Didnt you ask Master to let you participate in this skirmish! How did you threaten Master to forcefully bring me here? Tell me why right away! Uh huh its a threat What are you saying so rudely? I just installed a camera in your room. Instead of handing it over, I only said that I would use you as an escort. Chun You-seong studying medicine. Chun Yoo-seong practicing swordsmanship. Chun Yoo-seong sleeping in a teddy bear pajamas. There is only a story that said that he would pass over what he had worked hard to film. Are you talking about that, you motherfucker! Sreung! Chun Youseong tried to draw his sword halfway. But did he remember the request he heard from Sa-young Chu? I couldnt bear to draw the sword all the way. Thats right, youre good. Youre good. No matter how much you do, you wont go against your teachers words. It was effective to send an electric message to Sayeong Chuhon right after the scramble was held. Now that I have two strong allies, I think I can survive the middle part. At least there was no way these two would try to steal the rose. Master, I think its better to move from the seat first. It should be Even if you dont, I have a few ces in mind. As long as there are Elise, Teresa, and other people with location tracking items, its dangerous to stay in one ce. You have to keep moving and wasting time. Just a little bit. Just hold on a little longer. If one more condition is met, from then on , you will be able to hold and shake the whole board from this side. But just then. Over there, I heard the sound of new footsteps in the alley. Chapter 325 Episode 325. Battle for a spouse (3) Two women appeared along the alley. A neat beauty with long blonde hair hanging down to her waist, and a pretty young and mischievous girl next to her. Nice to meet you. My name is Iris de Reinhardt. The blonde beauty introduced herself first. Reinhardt Come to think of it. He certainly resembles the other Reinhardts he met in the Empire. There were only very handsome men on the princes side, but the princesses are also incredibly amazing. Jinhyuk unknowingly swallowed dry saliva. Call me Mayu. Dad asked me toe back with my older brother. Dont worry, lets go with me. My dad is very strong and has a lot of money! A girl with tanned skin and bobbed hair smiled brightly. Then this girl must be the youngest daughter of the Murim lord. I expected it after seeing the list of participants, but the best heavyweights in the middle ss gathered in one ce. Master. To just show your back Both of them are formidable talents. What do you n to do? If you want, I can do something to earn you some time. Wolyeong and Chun Yuseong asked for Jinhyeoks opinion. Iris and Mayu both have basic skills to some extent, but since the seal was lifted due to the support of each faction, Cheonyuseong and Wolyeong must be able to hold on to their ankles. but. No, you dont have to. Jinhyuk shook his head leisurely. No matter how strong Iris and Mayu were, it was useless. Because the richest guy in this skirmish had already been decided. Even if its not, its time toe soon. The moment I thought so. Kwaaang! with a roar. What are these guys doing? I barely managed to get rid of that damn foolish saintess. Why are there so manypetitors! Enraged, Elise pulled out dozens of bloody harpoons. [Ellis activates her unique ability Blood Lord!] That person Ohhh! What the heck. A strong-looking rival appears! Iris and Mayu also drew their respective weapons. Soon after, a desperate struggle to obtain the eternal rose unfolded. A gap created by Alices intrusion. Jinhyeok leisurely left the alley. We couldnt afford to care about anything else because we were so busy fighting each other. For the girls with the location tracking item, Jinhyeok could catch it again at any time, but there was a risk of being eliminated if the samepetitor was not careful. And while everyone is certain that the premise will never be shaken. Finally, all the ns that Jinhyeok had been preparing were finished. huh? uh? A group of women from the Empire felt a strange sense of incongruity while walking in huddle. It seemed that the hard ground suddenly became soft. Suwook! In an instant, he swallowed his ankle and sucked it down. The traps created by the spirit beasts began to activate in earnest. Quaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah! What, what? Five people were killed in the mud made by the gnomes. Thanks to being sucked into the mud, the dress and clothes were messed up. On the other hand, the Smander was diligently spewing mes. Roaring! The zing heat melts the borate makeup. Her hair, which had been slicked back, was burnt. Aaaaaaa! Uh, what to do! My head! I did this for 3 hours. Its ruined. Its all ruined! Hell unfolds everywhere. However, the long-awaited disaster has not yet begun. Rumble! Kwak! Thunder rang out in the distance. Even though the whole of Moorim maintains sunny weather, dark clouds began to gather only in Lukyang. [Due to the effect of Yeouiju, Thunderstorm is being activated.] I am a noble dragon supreme. Sacred should I say divine beast? Whoops. Among the gods of all four directions, I am often said to be the most honorable. Im listening. Thats what this body is. The blue dragon, or the soft hooded crane, spoke to itself mixed with self-deprecation. mosquito! Oh, I see. Its raining hard, isnt it? Im good at what I ask. Mosquito mosquitoes. Under the watchful eye of Sweet Potato, the soft hooded crane poured down heavy rain. -Raffle: Wow. The contestants became like a drowning mouse? -Good friend: ?. there is no devil The third daughter of the marquis I bet on seems to have no hope at all. The dress turned ck. -jus: Me too. I lost all the coins I bet on. Ha, its been 3 months . Even though the dividend is low, it is hearty like hot soup. -jxh: Yes. To be honest, a single shot of a bamboo spear made of Elises blood would make everyone quiet. Reactions from viewers were bewildered. It was because I never imagined that the dropouts would appear one after another so quickly. Even among the VIPs who were watching at the banquet hall, the reaction continued to be astounding. Uh Uh, my daughter The nobles of the Empire stared nkly at the screen. I was raised like a golden jade leaf but is this how youre going to drop out? Heh heh. My child has never even met Kang Gongja. The heads and elders of the Moorim faction also tasted bitter. Puhahaha! This is spectacle. To be honest, I thought it would be embarrassing, but after all, things are things. Only then will everything be eliminated. The Murim lord, Matae-bong, exploded into a ze. His own daughter was also involved, but Matthew seemed to be enjoying the flow even more. Finally, the Heavenly Demon, who was watching Jinhyeoks performance from the farthest distance, quietly opened his mouth. Dark Emperor. Yes. Supreme. That guy be nice to him. Even if he whines a little or acts out of his own way, dont mess with him. Thats how it should be. Ahmyo. To be honest, if I make it into an enemy, I think it would be more troublesome than Samaja or Simma Commander. Hes more terrifying than the blood demon I fought 10 years ago. I feel like he instinctively knows what to do to make people suffer the most. I can see it that way. The two looked at the screen without speaking. How long has it been since the skirmish started? Those who struggled to obtain the Eternal Rose disappeared one by one. And finally. Of the 279, only eight remain. On the Empire side, Princess Iris and the second daughter of Count Melmorn survived. On the Murim side, the names of Mayu, the youngest daughter of the Murim lord, Baek Seol-rin of Hwasan, and So Cheong-ah, So So-myungs younger sister, are disyed in blue. Finally, on the sideposed of the yers and the residents of the other floors, of course, Alice, Teresa, and Andrea remained. Its really nasty. Even if you do this, you wont give up. How much longer do you have to be harassed to give up? Hmm. This time, I have to fake stinky tofu with mapo tofu and try feeding it. Jinhyeok was in serious trouble. Most of the time, I raised the white g while crying because I was caught in nasty traps. Those who were left now were burning their will to continue even if the sky split in two. At this point, cant we just pretend we cant win and hand over the roses? Everyone must have gathered because they were interested in you anyway. I think we need to choose at least one person. Chun Yoo-seong, who had been watching quietly, helped out with a word. Of course, Jinhyeok didnt even pass those words over his ears. Its not for me. Its for the benefit of this roses ability and the faction you belong to. Besides, this is a kind of event quest. You have to take it seriously. What if you take it seriously? Its okay. I shouldnt talk. Its not that I dont notice, its that my emotions arepletely dry. Hmm. I dont know about anyone else, but hearing that from you makes me feel really bad. Jinhyeok and Chun Yuseong had a quarrel. My lord. Its fortunate that there are only eight people left. Theres only about a minute left, so isnt it actually the end of the lords victory? Thats right. They probably wont be able toe this far because theyre trying to keep each other in check. Jinhyuk nodded. however. There was one fact that everyone was overlooking. Among the items exhibited in this event, there is a holy relic that can turn the situation around in just one minute. [A holy relic with the effect of Absolute Judgment was used for this area!] Suddenly, the view changes rapidly. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Powerful magic power swirled around the area where the three were. This!? Lord! Chun Yoo-sung and Wol-yeong immediately tried to leave. However, the red pirs that engulfed the area did not allow the people inside to go outside. Huh-huh! Did you think you won? Hehe! Theres still a minute left! It was then that I heard the sound of sinisterughter. Theresa, with her long blonde hair hanging down, and Andrea, with her water-inspired painting reaching its peak, were visible. furthermore. that buck left and right. And I saw familiar faces from behind. Didnt you look at Jim too lightly for having two escorts? The Empire doesnt back down easily. Give up now. Eight people joined forces after realizing that no one could win if they continued like this. First of all, Jin-hyeok was tightly surrounded so that he could not escape. After that, lets leave it up to each person to decide who gets the Eternal Rose. The n worked just fine. By activating the strongest ability through the collected coins. [Eight contestants request the absolute judgment region of bondage.] Unusual magic shook. Never Judgment. Shit. Isnt that dangerous? Chun Yuseong flinched instinctively. Its okay. Absolute judgment items that can be used in this event have extremely difficult activation conditions. Those guys just threw coins and holy relics. Really? Have you been deceived? Are you saying that condition is at a level that they can never solve? Jinhyuk smiled brightly. And as if to prove it. Tring! A blue status window appeared. [In order to activate the event-type conditions, a high degree of understanding of the target is required.] [Describe the target Kang Jin-hyeoks favorite food in the Tower of Trials, how to cook it, and how many times he ate it in thest 3 months.] [ Details The more you exin, the more effective the ability is.] Look. How do you get this right? No matter how crazy you are But Jinhyeok couldnt finish his words. Nana na nana! It was because Alice was frantically waving her hands like a child who knew the answer. huh? no way? I like to roast the rainbow shrimp caught using the Tengkong River caterpir slowly over low heat for 1 hour 15 minutes and 13 seconds, then sprinkle with 13.5g of Asumtra salt from the 5th floor 7 times. I ate 26 times for 3 months. Thest time I ate was exactly 62 hours, 15 minutes and 33 seconds ago. The words poured out like rapid fire. Elise puffed out her chest proudly. Surely, didnt you say youd never be able to guess? isnt it? Im not a stalker, I know that. The word Unjust welled up in my throat. However, the important thing now is not how I memorized it all. Its that Elises words are true. [Restriction area (highest level) activated!] Kwabu Kwak ! _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Aaaagh! They bit each other and stretched out their hands in different directions. And among them, the winner [Event ended.] [ Time limit: 0h:0m:0s] Enough! I won! I won! Alice burst into cheers. At the same time. [There is no winner on the challengers side.] [The winner is the tag yer Kang Jin-hyeok!] Huh? The smile disappeared from Alices face. Chapter 326 Episode 326. 11 hours before gate opening (1) The question Why? With 1 second left in the time limit, Ellis must have obtained the Eternal Rose. What? Why the hell Eris stuttered, looking at the Eternal Rose in her hand. The golden-yellow rose had not yet lost its luster. The flower on the right chest is fake. Fake? Yes. Fake. And this is real. A new rose appeared on Jinhyeoks left chest. [The 3-star Vision Distortion barrier is lifted.] Use the barrier to hide the real Eternal Rose hanging on the left. A fake made of cial molding was attached to the right. Everyone was so preupied with getting the rose that they didnt even pay attention to where the rose was. In the end, clumsy confidence in victory was a failure. Thanks to the use of items plucked from hooded cranes as sacrifices, the near-perfect perfection of the cial modeling certainly yed a part in directing the fake. I. I thought I I thought I won. I thought I beat them all and got the rose ck. I nned everything to go to theke and the restaurant Elise cried. Tears welled up in my eyes. hmm. Because I am so sincerely sad, I feel about 0.1mg of remorse for some reason. Its like a very faint feeling of scratching an area where your conscience might be with a needle. Dont be so sad. Even if its not an event, Ill go to the ce you wantter to y. Its not that I dont like being together. I just dont have the time or space to do that right now. really? Alice opened her rabbit eyes. Okay, so stop crying. What is this in front of all the kids whose name is Jinjo? Yeah. Okay. Then give me some blood instead! Blood, blood? Ive been moving a lottely, so Im weak. Originally, I was able to see through the barrier, but I didnt notice it because I didnt have enough magic power. Whoa. Okay. You think youre donating blood. When Jinhyeok let out a sigh, Alice became calm as if she had never been like that. There were eventful things, but everything in Moorim was finished. Now Jinhyeoks gaze turned to a distant ce. So, its time to start the great war that wille from outside the tower. Korea Awakened Association. Jinhyeok came here to talk about the worst uing outbreak. Thank you foring. yer Kang Jin-hyuk. Han Sang-jin, who is in charge of the association, met Jin-hyeok with a heavy face. Ah Then suddenly, he blushed at the fact that he had not served anything after weing the guest. Sorry, Im not in a hurry. Coffee or green tea I have other drinks. Which would you like? Its okay to drink. More than that, you said there was information about the gate Id like to hear that first. Jinhyuk sat down on the sofa. Han Sang-jin alsoy down on the opposite sofa with a firmer expression on his face. First and foremost, I think we can predict when an outbreak will happen. ! Does that mean youve finished analyzing your magic power? Yes. Based on our expert teams measurements, we estimate that the outbreak will ur in about 11 hours. Recently, analyzing the magic of the gate has developed dramatically through the use of high-level magic stones and measurement-type awakeners. There may be a margin of error, but it would be correct to set 11 hours as the limit. Its pretty much what I expected. Again, I think, The association has also developed a lot. When you see that technology hase so far. Its not long. Of course, there is no point in evacuating people now. Wherever you go, everything will turn into nothingness. Han Sang-jin knew that too, so he called Jin-hyeok here. But there is still a way. Han Sang-jin brought out the main point. yer Jinhyeok Kang, by any chance, how much do you know about the magical power limit of the gate? If each creature moves beyond the gate to another ce, it requires equivalent magic power. Are you saying that? Thats right. An A-ss monster needs an A-ss gate, and an S-ss monster needs a gate with at least an S-ss tolerance. The capacity is notrge enough to withstand the monsters trying to pass through. Jinhyeok immediately realized the meaning of Han Sangjins words. It means that there is a power source somewhere that supports the magic of the gate. Were guessing so. Certainly that makes sense. For someone the size of Shub-Niguras to manifest as a body, it required magical power beyondmon sense. Of course, the gate itself would not be easy to handle. In particr, now that the world is simultaneously preparing for manifestation, the demand is bound to increase even more. I have a countermeasure, but it has a lower chance of sess. Rather than that, it would be more likely to be able to prevent the manifestation of Shubnigurath itself. Where is it located? A few hours ago, along with a magnitude 2 earthquake, we confirmed that a small ind was newly formed on the sea 3km away from Dokdo. distance not too far. If you go through space movement magic, you can reach it right now. As raids fromrge guilds, including the fathers to fight Dangun, will be deployed, yer Kang Jin-hyeok, please lead them there. We promise to reward you on a positive level. within the remaining 11 hours. You must find and destroy the source of magical power. All right. Jinhyeok epted the associations proposal. p! The sound of a bonfire burning echoed. Hastings, who was in the attic, stared at the huge screen in silence. On the screen, a recorded video about an event that took ce in Nakyang a few hours ago was being yed over and over again. After watching the video for a while, Hastings smashed the wine ss he was holding. Quadduk! Shattered ss shattered and fell to the floor. Right then. The Moorim side also failed in the end. Samaja. I thought he was a bit usable. I didnt expect to waste the blue dragon so vainly. The woman across from Hastings opened her mouth. Curly purple hair. The strange aura emanating from the enchanting eyes was impressive. He is the head of the great vampire family and the Hisinth de Shepiltino who leads the Shepiltino family. At best, Ive taught you how to control all four gods, but only then do you think that Kang Jin-hyeok is not a human but a god. No, he may be even more powerful than the administrators. Youre moderately sarcastic. I dont feelfortable enough tough at that. Oops, sorry about this. I made a mistake in front of a great senior manager. Seeing Hastings furrow between his eyebrows, Hysyns raised his hands slightly upward. Weve already lost two heads of households. The rest of the heads of families didnt attend this event except for the head of Hycinth, probably feeling a sense of crisis. At this rate, our alliance itself might be in danger. Exension, who was with him, also helped out. As the new head of Ataraxia, watching Elise, the previous head of the family, grow more and more powerful. It felt like I was sitting on a cushion of thorns. I understand that the owners are anxious. However, please be patient and wait a little longer. Even if you dont, we have recruited talented people. Are you saying that there are more capable chess horses left than Sima Zhao? Thats right. Ah! You just arrived. Hastings looked through the door. then that moment. Sigh The wooden door opened. Two people showed up. It was Melena, a red-haired woman who belonged to the Mine Association, and an old man in his 70s. Hey, weve arrived. Melena looked around anxiously. Although he was already subordinated to the devil named Jinhyeok as a stigma, the people in front of him were not metaphorical expressions, but absolutes who really controlled the tower. It is inevitable that the downy hair will stand up and your throat will burn. Arent they human? Couldnt they be thepetent talents Hasting-sama said? Hysynth frowned. The only expected card is the yer. Arent they both worms that can only feel a handful of magical energy? With only this amount of members, let alone Samaja, he would not be able to reach the toes of lower-ranking blood rtives. Huh-huh. Do you see that? If its not possible, then the High Synth family head will test your skills. Youre not serious, are you? You want to use your strength against people who seem like theyll die at the slightest gesture? They wont be able to withstand a single blow. Hmm. As expected, it seems that you are not trustworthy. If you can subdue the author in one shot as you said, I will give you anything you want from Hastings personal warehouse. If its a personal warehouse of a high-level manager Its overflowing with treasures that are even greater than most of the upper-level bosses. Okay. Those words. Be sure to take responsibility. Hysynth pulled out a bloody rapier. Parts side! Magic power was condensed and the Shepiltino familys unique lightning skill flickered. however. huh? An earthquake urred in Hycinths pupils as he was about to activate the skill. [Lv?? The activation of Electronic Spear is canceled.] Tsucheuk! Tsu Chichik! The bright sh of lightning slowly faded. Its not ack of horsepower. It wasnt that there was anything else wrong with it. As if something is blocking it. Hysynths abilities were sealed. You just? Its unbelievable. Does this ability exist? Didnt I tell you that? It will definitely work for that damn human. Hastings lips curled up. Nice to meet you. The great absolutes of the Tower. The beginning and end of the Round Table leading the Mine Association. Its called Nietzsche. The old man bowed deeply for the first time. Codename Arthur. However, he is the only one among the executives who symbolize the Round Table who calls him by his first name rather than a code name. Nihilism. A person who uses the power of nothingness. Any unique abilities and skills around him lose their brilliance. in short. It means a person with the ability to block all variables at the source. The humans should be heading to the ind to bite the bait I prepared by now. The two heads of families can escort this person. If Kang Jin-hyeok or Alice were to use only the power of their bodies with their abilities sealed, wouldnt it be easier to kill than to twist a chickens neck? Its possible enough. Its pulling. The faces of Hysynth and Exension also showed a thick bloody expression. Chapter 327 Episode 327. Before the gate opens 11 hours (2) The 11th floor of the basement of the Korea Awakened Association. The rankers of each guild who epted the request from Han Sang-jin gathered together. Its been a while since Ive seen these members all at once. Jinhyuk looked around. Most of the hundreds of yers are faces youve often seen on TV or in the Crucible Towermunity. I saw Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min, as well as Min Jeong-woo and Lee Yu-ri. Besides that, arge number of masters and sub-masters, who could be called the signboards of the guild, had participated. Brother. Its been a while. How have you been, oppa? Did you finish your job at Moorim? Lee Tae-min and Yoo Yeon-hwa approached with bright smiles. Yes. Thanks. What did I ask for? The soul stone of longing received from Vendivia and the moon crystal obtained through the information of the Heavenly Demon. In order to deal with Shub Niguras, one of the conditions that must be dealt with was entrusted to the two. Yeah. Of course it was finished neatly. I had a bit of a hard time doing what my brother said, but my sister and I handled it well. Probably, theres nothing wrong with it working. good. Taemin, who has the machine lord ability, said it, so there should be no problem. At least one condition was met with this. It was then. boom boom! Hey. Look at that. Can you see it? I am a yer Kang Jin-hyeok. I-I really am. It was all I saw in the video because I only went to the very difficult stairs, but I never thought I would see it in real life. Everyones eyes were focused on Jinhyuk. In fact, if you were to be the strongest yer representing Korea the answer was fixed. When Chun Yoo-seong, wearing a long sword, joined in, exmation burst out again among the people. Theres also a swordsman Shh! Be quiet. Rumor has it that if they dont like it, they will mercilessly cut it down. Perhaps the nickname Sword Demon is more widely known than Sword Saint? Guild masters are slowly paying attention. The real sense of intimidation is no joke. It is not for nothing that they say that the history of the Goinmul Corporation led by Jinhyeok is greater than that of allrge guilds put together. Just standing with Jinhyeok and Chun Yuseong seemed to overwhelm the rest. Hey. They say youre a murderer with no blood or tears? Dont talk about your true feelings. I didnt say that. Umm. Is that so? Anyway, what should I eat for dinner? I think Im getting tired ofbat rations. Do you have any rmendations? Damn it. Do I have to tell you all about what I eat? Pick up sea anemones that live in the deep sea and eat them. If you get food poisoning and die, theres nothing better. Jinhyeok and Chun Yuseong quarreled as always. Of course, it was being reinterpreted in apletely different way from the point of view of the people who used the bean pods as they were used. -It seems like everyone sees you and calls you a swordsman. Is it reassuring just being together? -Do not exalt. I dont like such cumbersome titles very much. -Its like you too. This raid is on the sea, but would you like seafood for dinner? -The taste of monsters that live in the deep sea is said to be delicacies, but it wouldnt be bad to catch and eat them. If Im with you, Ill be able to hunt boss level enough. It was a time when everyone was just staring at each other without speaking. hello. Someone boldly stepped forward. A woman in herte 20s with short bobbed hair. This is Yoo Jin-ah, vice-master of the Fighting Fathers Guild. This is the first time Ive personally greeted the two of you. 2nd in Korea. Father to fight. Eugene is one of the two pirs that support the huge collective of about 1,000 people. Unlike master Choi Jin-ho, who only focuses on hunting instead of external activities. Jinah Yoo was also good at administration and politics. In fact, the fact that Jinhyeok cleared the 17th and 18th floors while he was in Moorim was thanks to Jinah Yoo organically linkingrge guilds to form an allied raid. Nice to meet you. My name is Kang Jin-hyeok. Its natural. The president of the association asked you to give a general briefing to the two of you. Ill exin how this raid will go from now on. Tring! A map made of holograms appeared in front of everyone. A total of four raiding parties will be deployed in Korea. The goal is to enter the east, west, south, and north of the ind and remove the etheric ore in the center. With less than 10 hours remaining before the gate was fully opened, it was necessary to increase the probability of sess even by distributing power. The Dangun guild has decided to take charge of the east, and the Balhae and Hwarang guilds have decided to take charge of the south. A raid group of 7 medium-sized guilds is nning to rush into the west. Jinah Yoo pointed out each map on the map and continued her exnation. A number of magic reactions were marked on the map, but the point with the greatest reaction was located at the northern end. Considering that the size of the dot is equal to the amount of magic power, there must be a monster that is 5 times more powerful than anywhere else. It seems that the most difficult part is the part I have to take on. Yes. Its going to be a union between the Goinmul Corporation and the Guild of the Fathers to Fight. To be precise, were assisting yer Kang Jin-hyeok. I see what you mean. Jinhyuk nodded. Then, Ill start moving through space soon. Its such arge-scale magic that you may get motion sickness, so please be careful about that in advance. When Yu Jin-ah nodded, the other guilds also sent a hand signal that preparations wereplete. Parts Tsutsu! Various runes drawn on the floor shone brightly. soon My eyesight was ckened. The darkened vision has returned. Arrive at the ind Blood, blood! It was an illusion to think I did. Someone yelled at me to break my throat. at the same time. Oohhh! The giant ichthyosaurs mouth opened beneath his feet. What, what? Aaaagh! The ce where the attacking party arrived was not on an ind, but on the sea. Hundreds of razor-sharp teeth were exposed through the rolling blue waves. If it stays like this, it will be eaten. Everyone stay still! [Jinah Yoo activates Lv20 Mentra Taming!] Ugh! The ichthyosaurs pupils shook with the bright light. But it was only for a short while. Quack! The huge mouth closed like a lie. Thanks to this, yers can avoid seeing what the ichthyosaurs camouge looks like. Thank you. Im alive thanks to you. Tankers in heavy armor let out a sigh of relief. If it hadnt been for Yoo Jin-ah, she would have been drowned in the sea, unable to ovee the weight of her armor. While the raid group, which was about to be wiped out in an instant, is breathing. Taming ability Jinhyeok looked at Yoo Jin-ah as if he was interested. Taming is one of the rare abilities among unique abilities. Seeing that he was able to tame a high-ranking monster like a fish dragon in a matter of seconds, he must have been quite skilled. Ill take this opportunity to copy that ability as well. I dont know about sweet potatoes or spirit beasts, but the hooded crane that recently opened a business still knew that Ji was a noble dragon. Rather than that, where the hell is this ce? Could it be that the ind has sunk in the meantime? The yers riding on the backs of ichthyosaurs that were tens of meters tall looked around. Visibility was not good because of sea fog. Ah! There! I see an ind over there! Lee Tae-min, who was searching through a drone, pointed in one direction. About a kilometer away, the outline of the ind, the original destination, was blurred. The ind is not gone. Its just that the distance is quite far. Why did you stray so far from your destination? Yoo Jin-ah urged the magic yers. It seems that the spatial movement coordinates are distorted. Obviously, the mana was properly injected and activated It seems that something interfered. We are not sure why. Sorry. The yers in charge of space movement lowered their heads as if they didnt know why. But just then Cuckoo Cuckoo! The waves began to roar violently. The yers on top of the ichthyosaur staggered greatly. somethinges from the depths of the sea. Kang Jin-hyuk! I know. Chun Yoo-seong pulled out the Hwamu Maehwa Sword. Jinhyeok also took out a fang and a double dragon sword from the subspace. Koooooo! Kuaaa! In an instant, dozens of ichthyosaurs soared to the surface. Even the ichthyosaurs that Yujinah had tamed did not go down anywhere in terms of size but the ichthyosaurs that appeared now were evenrger than that. Thirteen in total. An ind that appeared as a result of the Outbreak. It was a known fact that the area was also being converted into a dungeon. However, I would have thought that named-ss monsters would be swarming from the beginning. Looks like he yed more than I thought. The cause is a senior manager behind the scenes. Hastings. Jinhyuk wet his lips with his tongue. I-I cant tame all of these many things. Yu Jin-ahs expression was stained with despair. The rest of the yers also saw the approaching ichthyosaurs and their faces turned white. Even if it was normalnd, fighting while bncing on the back of an ichthyosaur was a disadvantage in itself. Taemin. Yes. Brother! [Lee Tae-min activates his unique ability Machine Lord!] Two drones with streamlined bodies appeared. Ill take care of seven. Can you take care of about six? Ill cut down twelve of them, so you only deal with one. Chun Yoo-seong stepped on the drone first and took a big leap. Then, the drone predicted the nextnding spot for Cheon Yoo-seong and flew there first. Anyway, one pride is the strongest in the universe. Took. Took Chun Yoo -seong, who freely crossed the air, swung his sword. The first sword in the post-wedding sword dance. Awesome! The sword that raised the sword de cut off the scales of the ichthyosaur in one fell swoop. Koooooo! The battle began in earnest as the sea turned red. Should I warm up my body properly? [Inherited ability Grave of Swords is activated!] ck energy shimmered along the fangs. [Inherited ability Heavenly Devil is activated!] Red energy burned along the twin dragon swords. Three, my God Yoo Jin-ah swallowed dry saliva. Ive already seen countless times through videos about how strong my opponent is. came in but. There was a gap that could never be touched between what was experienced indirectly and what was seen directly in front of the eyes. strong. overwhelmingly. Chun Yoo-seong, who presses down one-sidedly, is also amazing. A figure that is not intimidated in the slightest against an ichthyosaur that is over 20m tall. My heart was pounding just by looking at the chaotic yet straightforward swordsmanship. However, I cant believe that such a beautiful swordsmanship exists. Even Yoo Jin-ah, who was ignorant of swordsmanship because she was mainly taming, couldnt help but feel it. that it ispletely different. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Every time the two swords moved, the body elerated through the Realm of Wind and Sword Demon Cheonryungbo disappeared like smoke. Speed that doesnt even require a drone. The sight of them disappearing in session in the sky even gave the illusion that they were spreading Blink. chuck. Jinhyuk climbed on top of another ichthyosaur and crossed his hands. The sword strike drew a crescent moon. Keeeeeee! The ichthyosaur screamed in pain. A thick cloud of blood spurted out, turning everything red. But when drops of blood sttered everywhere. Jinhyeok had already disappeared from the spot. six seven. heat. The ichthyosaurs died without a proper counterattack. And finally. with a plop! Even the ichthyosaur, which struggled until the end, rose to the surface. After arriving on the ind, there will be more annoying people. Then, please do your part on the side of the father to fight. Yes? Yes? Yes! Yes, thats how it should be. Yoo Jin-ah, who had been nkly, nodded quickly. Chapter 328 Episode 328. Gate Open Before 11 hours (3) Shoot Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa the ind. A number of monsters had alreadypletely upied the shoreline studded with blue crystals. As expected, the water dragons are in charge. Hiding behind a rock, Jinhyeok scanned the monsters along the shore. Appearance with reptilian head and blue skin. They are a member of the Water Dragon n, known for their high intelligence and cruelty. Hes even brought an armored drake. Jinhyeoks gaze turned to the huge monster with the water dragons. The Armored Drake is a medium-sized monster with a height of 5m. It has low intelligence but high physical defense and magic defense. Is it a symbiotic rtionship with the water dragons? To be precise, its probably better to be tamed by the water dragons. Thebination of the two was quite threatening due to the nature of being able to share the airborne separately. at that time. no word from the other side. Yu Jin-ah carefully opened her mouth. east west north south. The original purpose was to try to enter from a total of four ces, but all contact was lost immediately after the space movement. I dont know if it was all from the ichthyosaur, or if it was because of the thick cloud cover along the sea. There must be a serious setback in the n. This must all have been plotted by Hastings. He intends to manifest Shub Nigurath without fail. If the transcendent of the 50th floor is liberated, destroying a world would be a piece of cake. First of all, well assume that the other raids arent alive. The raid itself might fail if it reactedcently by relying on a flimsy hope. Now that this has happened, we have no choice but to attack the shortest distance through the northern route. Its dangerous to prate from the front. Even if the sound leaks even a little bit, all the guys in the vicinity wille running. Chun Yoo-seong added a word. Arge number of mana felt in the sand. What the eye sees is not everything. If so Well have to split the team into two here. It means that you will choose a scapegoat to use as bait. I have no intention of ying with your tricks, so I hope you take it out of the role of bait. Chun Yoo-sung saw through Jin-hyeoks intentions at once. Anyway, this guy blows the candle at the most important moment. What if you describe something that can be said in a good way as bait? Dont worry. I wont make you do it. Ill do this myself. At Jinhyeoks words, Chun Yuseong widened his eyes. For those words toe out of your mouth, the sun will rise in the west. Well, actually, I cant entrust it to anyone. Leaving such a dangerous job to someone less skilled will cost him his life. I just cant get past that. Does it sound like Im inferior to you? Hmm. Then, are you better? Isnt that obvious? If you dont believe me, I can prove it right here. Sreung! Chun Yuseong drew his sword halfway. After receiving the Cheonhondan from Chuhonsayeong in Moorim, his internal energy has risen dramatically. This time, I will decide for sure who is higher. but. Then, I cant. I have to leave the beach up to you. huh? Youre stronger, better, and a perfect ranker than me. Seeing that youve just raised your mana Aww. I dont think Ill be an opponent either. Jinhyeok trembled as if he was genuinely frightened. The strongest should do the most dangerous, dont you? Yeah, thats true, but Chun Youseong blurted out. It seems to have worked out the way I wanted it to. I cant get rid of the ufortable feeling at all. I feel like Im cheating on something. Make sure to draw attention from the shore. Dont let any of theme after us, okay? Yeah I see. Chun Yuseong reluctantly nodded. [Trait ability Sword Song is activated! ] Chun Yoo-seong faced hundreds of water dragons and armored drakes on the beach. Its an intruder! Toe all the way here alone. You have good guts. Ill cut it into small pieces and use it as food for the festival. The water dragons pulled out their tridents. Perpuck! Fufufufu! Crustacean monsters the size of cars rose from the sand. An enemy that has multiplied several times in an instant. however. Like the equipment that blocks Jangpangyo, Chun Yuseong, who blocks all of them with his single body, can only be called the strongest shield. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Chun Yoo-seong broke through the enemies with a paper gap and swung his sword. The sword attack that raged like a storm cut the monsters in two mercilessly. That guy is also a monster. Its a monster but there is no business in front of the quantity. Within 5 minutes of starting the battle, the encirclement started to get tighter and tighter. Okay, are you okay? Yoo Jin-ah looked at Chun Yoo-seong with a worried face. No matter how important the mission is, isnt this too risky? hmm. Jinhyuk pondered for a moment. About 90% will be fine. Fools dont die easily. Even if you throw him into hell, he will survive because his lifeline is stronger than an iron tendon. So, what about the other 10%? It wont be okay. What are you asking for granted? There is no such thing as 100% in the world. Jinhyuk smiled brightly. Then, I hurriedly moved my steps towards the passage leading to the ind. What are you doing? The opportunity that the swordsman gave you. Are you going to miss it? Oh, no. I have to go. Jinah Yoo led the Guild of Fighting Fathers. Soon after, the attacking party left the coast and entered the forests on the inds interior. that buck How far did you travel like that? After a short break, Jinhyeok used the Eye of Gluttony to examine Jinahs status window. Tring! Name: Eugene Gender : Female Age: 28 years old Level: 77 Strength 45 Agility 55 Stamina 46 Horsepower 88 Possessed Stat Points: 0 upation: Tamer Unique Ability : Mentra Taming Skill: Customized Prey Lv17 Multiple Communion Lv16 Amazons Reins Lv15 Javelin Lv13 Noble Sacrifice Lv11 [Copying conditions: Jinah Yoo has been very interested in animals since she was a child. In fact, before the Tower of Trials appeared, he worked as a zookeeper, and after the Tower appeared, he changed his job to a Tamer who can use the Taming skill. In order to copy Yu Jin-ahs unique abilities and skills, you must show a sincere approach to monsters and summons . Unique ability Mentra Taming. This ability to tame even vicious beasts cane in handy in many ways, not only this raid, but also when climbing the tower in the future. In particr, if you create synergy with your existing sympathy ability, you will be able to tame even higher species. Lee Chae passed Jinhyeoks eyes. You should definitely get your hands on this. In order to do that, it would be better to first get Yoo Jin-ahs points through summons. He felt that there was a scouting party made up of Beast Dragons and Armored Drakes not far away. Mr. Yoo Jin-ah. The magic yers belonging to the Brawl Abbie guild also detected the presence a stepter. Are you enemies? Yes. Five. Theyre the same guys I met at the beach. I have no choice but to break through. Because of the densely growing nts, it is impossible to escape to the side. Above all, there was not much time left for the raid to find a new path. Its fortunate that there are fewer of them. Sreung! Chunk! Various weapons were selected. The tanker formations went forward, and the dealers were ced in the rear. however. It was when the raiding party was about to prepare for an ambush. Here, can I take over? Jinhyuk slowly stepped forward. yer Kang Jin-hyuk himself? If you do, we would appreciate it, but wouldnt it be better to preserve your magic power? Everyones concerns continued. Because the core of this raid was Jinhyeok. Fighting the boss of this ind while maintaining the best condition possible is the way for everyone. Dont worry. It wont consume much magic power. If you fight directly, you wont be able to avoid the consumption of mana Thats right. So Im going to fight like this. Whoops! Smander. At Jinhyeoks call, a smander appeared from beyond the subspace wagging his tongue. Huh? Is it the fire spirit water? Appearance of spirits that are rarely seen Jinah Yoo showed interest with curious eyes. [Eugenes affinity has increased to +10.] [He expresses his liking, saying that only people with good hearts can sign contracts with spirit beasts.] Okay. As expected, cute spirit beasts are the best summoned beasts. Master. Were here. In addition, as Undine came out, a pair of spirits that matched well were equipped. however. Eh, what are you trying to do again this time? Its too hard for us too. Last time I used too much strength I almost died. Smander and Undine cried and clung to Jinhyeoks crotch. In the eyes of others, you have no choice but to look like a downright vicious employer. yer Jinhyeok Kang [Jinah Yoos favorability rating has decreased to -20.] [Im a little disappointed that the spirits seem to have been abused.] Even if she climbed up, the favorability rating for her hat was rather negative. Quick. A thick vein formed on Jinhyuks forehead. Haha. Guys. Whats wrong with you? Have you already forgotten all the good things Ive done for you? Yes? Lord, is the owner good to us? Act as you normally would. Then there will be no problems. No problems. Jinhyeok warned without losing his smile. When you stand at a crossroads in life, it will definitelye to you. Where to go to survive and die. That is the moment when you have to make a decision. Ah! Thats right. The owner usually feeds them high-quality fireworks. They also provide a warm and soft bed. Fortunately, the Smander sensed the crisis with the instinct unique to the Bur. Master, did you eat something wrong? Youve always been so rude and craving and pampering yourself. Its a piece of cake that you treat me well. Did you say it was like that in a dream? Undine couldnt do that. Kumaya. mosquito? Take care of it. mosquito! soil. The sweet potato saluted with its short legs, bit Undines leg and disappeared behind a rock. Hey! I was wrong. I made a mistake. A pitiful voice rang out. But only for a moment. You showed a little rudeness. Please understand that its because their education hasnt beenpleted yet. Can you really deal with five of them with one elemental number? Well, even though they look cute, theyre not easygoing kids. Its time to switch. Smander. Jinhyeoks tone of voice changed. At the same time. shing! Smanders eyes also changed. The mischief disappeared. The heat gradually increased and mana began to gather into one point. As if preparing for an uing storm , the four legs are firmly nted in the ground. And at that very moment [ The Smander activates Lv10 Path of me!] Chapter 329 Episode 329. 11 hours before the opening of the gate (4) The fire that crossed the straight line burned all the trees. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! It wasntparable to the dragons breath, but the power of the condensed me was beyond imagination. Quaaaaaa! Koooooo! Of course, the water dragons and armored drakes behind them couldnt escape the attack either. Even before the screams died down, the mes that engulfed the body evaporated everything down to the bones. Three, my God Was the Smander originally a spirit with such tremendous power? Ive met rankers with the Elementalist job At best, fighting monsters in the early 10th floor was the limit. The yers of the Fight Abi Guild swallowed dry saliva. In particr, Yoo Jin-ah looked at Jin-hyeok and Smander alternately with apletely different face. [Jinah Eugenes affinity has increased to +30.] [Exercising such strong power means that the bond between the tamer and the summoned beast is that deep. Jin-ah Yoo changes her judgment about you.] [Overall liking: 20] Seeing the wildly rising mes, Jinhyuk scratched his chin as if in trouble. hmm. Was it too shy? It was nice to use my abilities to my hearts content to raise my liking. The te opened too wide. If they set off fireworks like this, they must have advertised that there are intruders in this ce. Still, it wont matter since Chun Yoo-seong is attracting everyones attention. Most of the horsepower reactions around now were heading towards the shore. By the time they notice this far and send troops, they will have dug deeper inside. But just then Tring! [A video call request has been received from ve No. 2.] [Do you want to ept it?] If its ve No. 2 Its Melena nted in the Mine Association. If something important happened, they would tell me immediately, buttely, the demons have been quiet, so I havent been able to contact them. But trying to contact him at this timing Ill ept it. Jinhyeok activated the video chat. [One high-level magic crystal held by the other party and the Blood Spirit Hakjeong Hong held by Sichuan Tangmun have been consumed.] [The Third Communication Network has been established.] Melena appeared on the screen with her eyes stretched out. I wanted to contact you a little sooner but I barely made a gap because of the heavy surveince. Its okay. Whats more? Are you on an ind in the East Sea right now? Didnt you go there to stop Shub Niguras or something? As expected, Melena knew top-secret information shared only by the Association and the upper guild. Not only the senior managers but the Mine Association are also involved. Thats right. Theres also a vampire side. Theyre guys with terrifying magical powers, but theyre probably high-ranking family members. flinch The Braham ring on Jinhyeoks finger vibrated. It was Elises reaction to the word gaju. Is there anyone else from the Mine Association other than you? If its a job of this size, there must be at least one member of the Round Table, right? Yeah. I meant to tell you otherwise. Codename is Arthur. Hes more often called by his real name, Nietzsche. I know youre strong, but you really have to be careful with this old man. Even before the tower appeared, this guy was on top of institutions all over the world. He was a dangerous person enough to be wanted by rank. Nietzsera. It is the same as the name of a famous philosopher. I dont know if its a coincidence or not, but if Melena trembled in fear, she wouldnt be a person to be taken lightly. More information about Nietzsche? Use the ability of nothingness. If you enter a certain range, all unique abilities and skills are sealed. In other words, you have to fight purely with your physical abilities. There will be vampires as escorts, so it will be quite difficult to deal with. Abination of the head of household and the yer who seals the ability. Obviously annoying. You can dig a little deeper into what these guys are up to if you want. The stakes go up, but if you have to. No, thats enough. If you dig any deeper, your true identity will be exposed. If I didnt know, it could have been dangerous. However, as long as the information is preupied, this side also has time to prepare for it. It wouldnt have been easy, but thank you. It really helped me a lot. I cant help it since Im stigmatized. You seemed to have a better chance to survive. but. As long as the stigma of love marriage is stamped on it, Melena will have no other options. It was literally like having a bomb stuffed up his throat. Ill get rid of the stigma you put on your body someday. really? For the first time, a strange emotion appeared on Melenas face. A small hope began to bloom in the thought that someday I would be able to escape from the terrible pressure. Yeah. So dont think too bleakly. I also dont intend to spend the rest of my life working. It is not that there is no way. One day, if you see the top of the tower, you will also find a way to get rid of the restrictions. of course. There is still a lot of time left before reaching the top of the tower. Until then. Lets just watch today and persevere hard, okay? I n to pamper it very thoroughly. The attack group led by the Brawl Abi Guild has advanced further into the ind. Afterwards, they often met with the Water Dragons and Armored Drakes, but the Fighting Fathers Guild calmly maintained their formation and responded. Quaang! bang! Koooooo! Heavy feet hit the shield. I felt the tremendous weight of the blow, to the extent that the floor caved in. Raise the shield! You cant let even one through! Hyung! Two moree from the side! The tank formation in the front drew aggro from the medium-sized Armored Drake. Keuugh! Dont mind the humans in front and aim for the back! Avoid wearing lumps of iron. No matter how hard you hit them, they wont die! The Beast Dragons riding on the Armored Drakes back shouted. It was because he knew that he had to deal with the dealers and healers in the rear, avoiding the tank formations. but. [The wide-area provocation skill unfolds!] It wasnt a raid group to leave it alone. Due to the provocation skill, Armored Drakes pupils were torn thinly. Kuaaa! Koooh! I put my whole body into it with the single-minded determination to destroy the tanker camp. You idiots! This is the problem with your low intelligence! We have to step in too. The water dragons threw their tridents over their shoulders. A long-distance javelin should be enough to pierce humans. But again, they failed to achieve their goal. Took. Before I knew it, the yers on the back of the Armored Drake pulled out their swords and spears. You didnt think wed be just watching you, did you? It is our role to protect the long-distance dealers. Kaaang! The sword deflected the trident. Soon after, a bloody battle unfolded. I dont even think Ill step out. Jinhyeok leisurely watched the battle from behind. With the justification of conserving magic power, everyone was extremely discouraged, so I was able to enjoy afortable raid like this. The bnce has already been broken Even with the strength of the Fighting Guild, the enemies are being sorted out without damage. If you push forward just a little bit more, your opponents formation willpletely copse. But at that very moment. Parts! A yellow spark rose in the middle of the water dragons. Its electric magic! Yu Jin-ah, who felt an unusual magical power, shouted. Several beams of light emanated from it. [Advanced magician Peeshaktu] A named monster. It was also an object that could use magic and spells, not melee elite soldiers. Did you foolish humans dare to step in knowing where this ce is? Pyeshaktu let out a furious roar. Dierta Organac! As the nativenguage of the water dragons announces the end Kwak Kwak Kwak Kwak! Huge bolts of lightning fell over the dealers heads. It was such a moment that the tanks couldnt even react. The dealer team also tried to raise the shield btedly, but the time was too short for the proper magic power to gather. got hit when you thought so [cier Formation and Sky Shield are activated!] Damn it! A huge frozen wall stood between the thunderbolt and the yers. The lightning magic was blocked by the ice wall and shattered. To receive my magic. Its quite good. I was a little surprised too. Its more powerful than I thought. At Jinhyeoks words, Pyeshaktus mouth twisted in anger. Are you saying that a human being will judge my level? I am Pye Shaktu, a magician from a n who has trained magic for hundreds of years. Hmm. Ive trained for hundreds of years, so I guess Ive done quite a few other things. Even if you train, y, and eat for 30 minutes a day, well I think you should be stronger than this. I will definitely listen to you begging for help. Ill turn your arms and legs into charcoal, but if you hold out for even 10 minutes, I wont even take your life. Pyeshaktu pulled out a staff made of redwood. A vicious aura rose from the red staff. Swoop. Jinhyeok also took out the scythe of the ghost tree. As soon as I put on the ck master mages robe, I felt as if the great mage who had lived for thousands of years had manifested here. Eyi! The huge eyeballs embedded in the scythe moved quickly. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Enormous magical power transmitted through two items. Im sure youre quite confident in magic Stupid. Jinhyuk snapped his fingers. Lets see how many times itsts. An ice spear made of cial molding appeared. Kshaktar. Be Athema! Pyeshaktu immediately responded with a spear made of lightning. Kwaaang! Two spears collided in the air. At the same time, Jinhyeok fired the spears made of cial molding one by one. The spear that flew across the air collided with the spear created by Pyeshaktu again. bang! bang! Perong! Kwaaang! Are you holding up better than you thought? Dont pretend you can afford it! All magic must have a limit to how it can be activated! The limit As if to refute that statement, the number of ice spears increased to 20. Iparable to earlier, many windows appeared. Bar, there is a limit to activation there must be No, it should be Pyeshaktus voice trembled like crazy. He seemedpletely bewildered as he muttered as if denying reality. From now on, I will increase the number five times. Breath of is activated!] The entire spear was engulfed in mes Lets raise the power of the spear to the same level as well. [Trait ck Tears is activated!] ck liquid dripped from the tip of another spear. Didnt you just say that if you hold out for 10 minutes , youll save your life? Jinhyeok Ill save you if you hold out for 1 minute . All at once, they disappeared. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwaa! Soon, dozens and hundreds of spears rushed in like a storm. Pyeshaktu fired magic like crazy, but it was hard to receive even half of Jinhyeoks spears. Overwhelming force. The spears turned the ground into rags. Itpletely blew up the area Pesaktu was standing in. Jinhyeok walked slowly towards the ruins . Didnt he die in the middle of it? Keuuuuu Thanks to the proper use of shield and blink, Pest Shaktu was able to barely survive . Since Isted for a minute, I want to save you as promised, but Im going to die anyway because of the runaway magic power. Id rather finish it cleanly. Not yet not yet. A fishy smile tugged at the corner of Pye Shaktus mouth . Ill make you regret took out a dagger and stabbed himself in the heart. Fuuk! The blood that gushed out like a waterfall soaked the floor. The blood quickly absorbed through the soil. And at that very moment, the ground pounded ! Chapter 330 Episode 330. Taming Master (1) The one that jumped out of the ground was a crow covered in silver feathers. You already know what this is. The phantom beast Sylia. A mythical creature that protects the water dragons has manifested through a contract. Ohhh! A voice filled with emotion erupted from Pyeshaktus mouth. The opportunity to repay once and for all the humiliation suffered so far has finally arrived. Hey, here I heard a phantom beast came out. Is it a magic type or a flying species? I need to know at least what type to prepare for. Damn it. The main raid of the Brawl Abi Guild had a record of capturing S-ss boss monsters. Arge nt type monster. It was difficult to deal with, but after a pincer attack like a ruler, I was able to finally seed in hunting the boss monster. However, the enemy in front of me now was on a different level from what I faced then. The horsepower estimate I cant even guess. The rtively responsive magic hunters shook their bodies. An aura so powerful that it is difficult to lift a finger. Hyung! The drones in the air stopped working. brother! Neither Lee Tae-mins mechanical lord nor Yoo Yeon-hwas Hwarangsimbeop were properly invoked. Right then. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Along with the frost-colored haze, bleak magic entangled the whole body. [Sylia is Lv?? Magical Perception is activated!] Its creepy at the moment. I had goosebumps all over my body. Her eyes, shining like sapphires, seemed to pierce her heart. Be careful! Hes a guy with mental abilities! mental series. All of a sudden, the trickiest kind came out. Dont make eye contact! If you make eye contact, youll get involved! The raid changed formation. To be precise, it was only for each of them to keep their eyes as far apart as possible and direct their eyes downward. If you dont do this, Sylia will control your mind and point your sword at each other. Mr. Eugene! I know! The only hope is Eugene. Only she who possesses the taming skill can stand against the phantom beast. [Jinah Eugene uses her unique ability Mentra Taming!] The golden light from Jinah Eugenes fingertips flowed into Syllias body. The power to maximize the sympathy with the target and create an illusion as if they have been together for a lifetime. The skill that captured the ichthyosaur shone once again. however. Its ridiculous. To stand up to me at this level. Sylia snorted lightly. The golden mist that permeated his body dissipated in an instant. The ability of Yu Jin-ah, who made a name for herself as a tamer. It doesnt work as well as nails. This time its my turn. Those who keep their heads down will beheaded, and those who raise their heads to live will be puppeted and served like ves forever. It was when Sylia was about tounch an attack. hmm? Someone entered Sylias gaze. A human being who walks forward confidently even when everyone has their eyes down. Seeing her smiling leisurely, Sylias curiosity surged. Ohh. It seems that there are only cowards among humans. Is that guy the one who harassed the water dragons? Yes, thats right. Guardian God! Pyeeshaktu nodded. He killed our n and invaded our sacrednd! We must avenge our n by killing him now! Dont worry. I have no intention of letting a cheeky bastard who cant grasp the subject live. Sylia pulled out a feather. The silvery feathers shone sharp like des. Looking at you proudly stepping out, you must have the taming skill too. But, it wont be of any use. Even Yoo Jin-ah, who specializes in taming, couldnt help it. Its practically the same as being immune to all taming skills. of course. Jinhyuk knew that too. Ill bet its a little early. My timing is a little different. Different? What do you mean? I know when I see it. When I see it very clearly. Jinhyeok left a meaningful message. It seems that it is characteristic of your race to show off your bluff. Sylia, who had beenughing, suddenly tilted her head. for a moment. Come to think of it There were strange-looking creatures next to Jinhyeok. A ck reptile the size of a puppy followed by a miniaturized dragon of simr size. Its quite small, but its unmistakable. It is the Blue Dragon, one of the divine beasts of the ancient species and the Orient and the gods of the four directions. omg!? For a moment, Sylia almost screamed. To think that a high-ranking divine beast and an ancient species who could not even look at each other would be in the same ce. But whats even more surprising is Why are those supreme beings escorting humans? The highest beings obeying only humans. does that make sense? I couldnt believe it when I saw it, but I couldnt just deny it. This is the fucking reality. I havent done much taming, hmm. For some reason, it feels good. It feels like it will work very well. Jinhyeok used his skill towards Sylia. [Lv12 Sympathy is activated!] An aura of the same color as when using the Taming skill came out. Of course,pared to Yu Jin-ah, she was far inferior. Because the sympathy was only at the level of arousing a favorable impression in the target. It cant be done with that Eugene knew that too, so she let out a pitiful moan. Pyeshaktu, on the other hand, let out a mad light as if excited. Puhahaha! Okay. At least I can take you as a roadpanion! however. Uh uh this power! Sylias whole body trembled. Suffering dripped from his whole body, as if he had been struck by an irresistible force. It was a little clumsy, but no one noticed it even in the current situation. huh? to? What, what? Various reactions poured in. Even at a nce, I cant help but be embarrassed to see Syllia struggling with mana that is weak. However, for Sylia, this was the only way she could survive. C Hmm. The crow creeps on its own. You dont have to take it out until Yeouiju. C Mosquito mosquitoes. Silia forcibly synchronizes ording to Jinhyeoks insufficient skills. It wasnt usually difficult to deliberately try to be tamed. But you have to. must do it. If I recklessly refuse it Ill die. They are high-ranking diviners who dont even think about bing a real myth even with me in front of them. With those two beings, it was clear that their mental abilities wouldnt work properly. Whoa! The light grew stronger. And finally. [Taming seeded!] A status window appeared indicating sess. good. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth went up. If I had known about the magic situation here and the restrictions on sweet potatos main body manifestation, I would have resisted to death. However, thanks to Sylias clumsy and quick-wittedness, things went smoothly as nned. Its a pity that I cant make him a subordinate like the hooded crane. Unfortunately, Sylia cannot be subdued through the Stigma of me. This is because he has excellent mental ability, so he cannot be restrained even by the restrictions of the stigma. Moreover, since he is in charge of the guardian deity who has to protect the water dragons, it would be the limit to be satisfied with using it appropriately in this raid. When Jinhyeok seeded in taming, the surroundings became quiet as if cold water had been poured on them. In particr, Yoo Jin-ah was looking at Jin-hyeok with a face full of awe beyond surprise. Amazing you do. Really. How well do you understand monsters, so you tamed a phantom beast without a dedicated taming skill? She, too, had lived with numerous animals before the tower appeared. It was thanks to that that I got a job as a tamer. because. How difficult it is to tame a higher species. How much you have to love and care for monsters. I knew better than anyone else. I was looking at peoplepletely wrong. Yu Jin-ahs gaze turned warm. at the same time. [Eugene-Ahs affection has risen to the maximum level.] [Copying the ability has seeded.] [Mentra Taming] Difficulty to obtain: AA Description: You can definitely tame monsters of the same rank or lower. (Depending on the proficiency of the skill, more powerful monsters can be tamed, and if a higher rank monster is tamed, the rank of the skill itself can be raised.) A special skill that can self-grow ording to conditions. With this, I got another ability. While everyones eyes are on an ind that appeared on the East Coast. On the roof of a high-rise building in Seoul, a gate that no one noticed was open. Whoa! Someone appeared at the ominous red gate. cooong! The owner of the heavy footsteps looked down on the panoramic view of Seoul from the rooftop. Is this outside the tower? The people outside the tower live together in a filthy way. bursting muscles. Golden hair and a bushy beard. It is Thor, the Lord of Thunder, one of the strongest gods in Northern Europe. And next to him stood a red-haired handsome man. Loki. Are you sure that man came out of the tower? Yeah. He just left Moorim to stop Shub Niguras. Its clear information from the mid-level managers. Loki nodded. The two deities visited the country of Korea for one purpose. Kang Kang Damn it. I forgot the name again. Im Kang Jin-hyeok. You should at least memorize your name properly. Its a name that came up several times in the meeting you gave me, but what if I forget it? Damn it. Anyway! We just need to find that bastard, isnt it? Right. Hes the key figure in this case. Stay for a moment. We have to find out where he is. Lokis eyes narrowed. Eye of Loki. Thanks to the eyes that can see 1,000 kilometers, I was able to see all of Korea from the roof of a building. But just then thump! Lokis expression darkened. Whats going on? No it has nothing to do with the mission. It doesnt matter. Just by looking at your face, its obvious that somethings wrong. I may be ignorant, but Im not an idiot. At Thors words, Loki opened his mouth heavily. The Valkyries sent to the middleyer have been wiped out. ! Are you saying that the high-ranking Valkyrie, Beretina, is dead? Theyre Greeks. It must have been the monster himself. It is said that he wiped out one Valkyrie troop by himself. A man who can destroy the world with his bare body. Hercules, the strongest Greek warrior and demigod, was a disaster even to the Norse gods. Its annoying. Even if we find the crown, it wont be easy to retrieve it. If you get caught, Thor. I think I have no choice but to buy you some time. Im sure. Im the only one who can deal with him. However, all of this is only possible when the crown is safely secured. The top priority is the uracy of the crown. It is to find the location. And ording to the words of the prophet who can see the future. The one who knows the location of the Crown of the Doom is now in Korea. Lokis eyes became increasingly golden. At that moment. I found it. His eyes stopped in one ce. Chapter 331 Episode 331. Taming Master (2) The heart of the ind. Inside the cave full of stctites, Exension and Hycinth could be seen. Theye in smoothly. Not knowing that this is a trap. The corners of Hycinths mouth twisted subtly as he gazed at the huge crystal ball ced in the center. The more the opponent is mistaken, the more they are mistaken. After that, the feeling of despair grows even more. I was going crazy, wanting to see Jinhyeok and the rest of the humans faces contorted in pain. How should I kill it to make it more thrilling? After all, it would be best to let them watch as they die without doing anything after struggling to save each other? No. Wouldnt it be better to just torture and kill slowly, starting with the fingertips? Hysynth felt his whole body heat up at the thought of being able to kill Elise with certainty this time. but. Everything is too smooth. The Exension murmured as if it didnt like something. It was what he wanted to lure Jinhyeok and Alice deeper. The problem is its speed. No, its good if its going well. Why are you so anxious about useless things? The divine beast Syllian or the water dragons had to hold on to his ankles even more than now. I was nning to wait until Shub-Niguras manifested just in case, but if this happens, there is a risk that the foundation will be shaken. Even if they fail, there will be no variable as long as they hold out until the timing of the manifestation of Shub Nigurath. The original n was to design a perfect double-triple trap. I dont think it means that hes rushing after calcting that, right? Thats delusion of grandeur. Yes. Maybe Im being overly cautious. But, remember, two patriarchs have already lost their lives for looking down on that human. Hysynth kept her mouth shut at the Exensions words. Thats what it says. Amm, who led the Decassus family, and Abigail, who led the Levisita family. All of them were sure to die, so they set up a n that they were confident in and confronted Jinhyeok. However, all results were unsessful. Only the remnants of the two families that disappeared after bing ashes are hovering in the empty ce. Dont equate me with those idiots. In the first ce, our family is on a different level. And this time, you, the one who destroyed Elise, came too. We The prepared troops are enough to wage war against the gods. It was when Hysynth clenched her fists. that buck This, it seems that the great family heads are worried. A new person has appeared in the cave. An old man in a ck robe. It is Nietzsche, the head of the Mine Association. You arent you the one who thinks hes a demon? I told you to look outside, did you forget your duty already? If it wasnt for Hastings request, we wouldnt have been together Exension and Hysynth frowned. The demons were forced to be together, so they didnt even like being in one ce. but. Please dont look at me like a thorn in the eye. Anyway, did Ie here without qualifications to fit in? In Nietzsches words that continued Currently, the gods in the upper levels are moving to find the crowns. As you know, the crown is a key relic that bnces the tower. Of course, vampires will need one of them too, right? It is the symbol of the unique crown. !? !! The atmosphere changed in an instant. I never thought the name of the treasure that all vampires are looking for most eagerly would pop up here. The Crown of Pureblood. It is the purest and most beautiful crown among the seven crowns called the Holy Grail containing the blood of the beginning. You bastard how did you? You know you shouldnt know about human subjects. Theplexion of the two families changed 180 degrees. Killing spirits gushed out of his cold face. Ugh Melena, who was behind Nietzsche, couldnt stand the pressure and trembled like an aspen tree. Whoops. This old man has no intention of touching the evil of the vampire family. However, dont you guys need some help to get the pureblood crown? Help? What kind of help are you guys helping? You may feel that we humans are nothing but worms but even worms have their own powers. Just like you know the existence of the crown and its name. The speed at which information is acquired. If the demons had the only advantage over the residents it was that they were frighteningly tenacious in securing information about the tower. Regardless of the means and methods. Tell me. How did you get that information? Did you hear it from those demons? Oh, no matter how easy it is, can we tell you our secret? but. Slowly A dark purple sphere floated to the side of Nietzsche. [Summon ckness, the spirit of the forgotten element!] Earth, Fire, Wind, Water, Light. It ismon knowledge that a spirit tree must belong to one of the five elements. However, the spirit beast that appeared before my eyes was a new spirit that did not belong to any of them. Heterogeneous magical power of the dark attribute. You what the hell. What is your true identity? Even the Exension was genuinely surprised this time. Following knowing the existence of the Crown. It was because he never imagined that he would meet the 6th spirit beast whose existence was hidden in the tower tens of thousands of years ago. If you arrange your rtionship with Hastings, who only cares about the 50th floor, and instead make a deal with me, I will make sure that even the gods of the upper echelons dont attack you. Of course, even getting your hands on the crown. Nietzsche started making a new te. Jinhyeok covered the inside of the ind in the shortest distance with the support of spirits. Heo-eok. Heo-eok. Hee-eok. You are too fast. Did he even have infinite stamina? The raiding party followed with all their might, but it was not enough to catch up with Jinhyeok. Even Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min could barely miss Jin-hyeok. The only person who could afford it was Chun Yu-seong. Im running out of time, so Ill go first. Dont overdo it and try to follow me. Stop the enemiesing from the rear. Umwe can still follow. If we want to be of some help, we cant give up here No. Chun Yuseong shook his head. You are more of a burden than a help. Cool, but this is the reality. There was aw that there was a wall that people could never cross. Yoo Jin-ah also knew that, so she bit her lip. Okay. Well take care of the rear. Lets go first. Its a smart idea. Chun Yoo-seong spurred on the speed even more. How long has it been like that? A huge gate appeared in front of the two who had reached the depths of the ind before they knew it. The size alone is about 20m. Red sparks flickered incessantly. The magic flowing from the inside of the gate is unusual. It seems to be at least a higher levelbyrinth or ruins. Chun Youseong looked at the entrance to the gate. At the gate decorated with various runes, I felt a sense of incongruity that I had never experienced before. Yoosung. What? Im sorry, but could you take a look around the gate ande back? Suddenly go scouting? Am I alone? This gate Ive tried to clear it once before, but my memory is a little fuzzy. Go around the area and look for turquoise magic stones. Damn it I get it. Chun Yuseong grumbled and left. OK. Left alone, Jinhyeok took a step toward the gate. [Difficulty cannot be measured.] [The passage leading to ???? is opened.] [The number of yers that can enter is 2.] Uncertainty about where the difficulty will lead to the danger of not being measurable. Because of this, Jinhyeok made an appropriate excuse to send Daecheon Yuseong away. Hell go berserk if you tell him that its dangerous not only with the raid, but with your skills. A self-respecting idiot would do better not to speak directly, but to provide an appropriate excuse to escape, as now. Whoa! When I went inside, my vision went ck. And when I opened my eyes again the scenery I saw hadpletely changed. I cant believe this An earthquake urred in Jinhyeoks pupils. I couldnt help but be surprised. This temple was something that should never have existed here. -This is myst name. Elise, who was in The Ring of Braham, opened her mouth. at the same time. Elise came out of the ring as the magic power was injected. I miss you. I used to live here The ce where he announced his beginnings as the head of Ataraxia. At the same time, it was also the final destination due to the betrayal of the family heads. Did the vampires y a joke? By recreating the ce where you lived? No. This is not a fake. It should be seen as connecting the space itself. I dont know why he bothered to provoke Alice. Whats certain is that what they did worked. A small spark rose in Elises red pupil. Regret and despair and beyond it all. I could feel the anger that had umted over the eons of time. Right then. Kurereu Kong! Kung! Kung! Kung! Grrr. Behind Jinhyeok and Alice, a growl of the beast resounded. Spit dripping between sharp teeth. A three-headed ck dog looked at the intruder. This is Cerberus, known as the watchdog of hell. But what catches my eye more than that is the purple-haired female vampire next to Cerberus. Hiss! Elise bared her fangs. The head of the family who put a knife on himself. The opportunity to take revenge on another of the culprits has arrived. Its been a while. Ataraxias kid. No, would you prefer to call me the former head of the family? Where is the Exencion? As expected, are you looking for that guy first as soon as you meet him? Stop talking bullshit right now. Answer the question! Where is he now! Its nearby. Youll see its face soon, even without so much urging. Hysynth smiled brightly. Then, this time, his gaze turned to Jinhyeok. Are you that Kang Jin-hyeok person? You say youre scattering all the ashes in our ns? Yeah. Its an honor. The head of the household remembers my name. But the fact that you guys have that puppy. Can I interpret it as holding hands with Greek idiots? You talked too long. Lets end the conversation. Kill me. Everything. Krrrr! At Hysinthsmand, Cerberus mouth lit up with mes. Roaring! Tremendous heat arose. The red mes that lost control ran wild . Activates!] Indeed, it deserves to be called the gatekeeper of the underworld. The crow I dealt with earlier had its own status as a divine beast, but Cerberus had a status on apletely different level. Lets go, Elise. Yes. Alice nodded, Thank you. At this moment. For being with me. The heartfelt words are conveyed. At the same time. [The unique voice Revtion of Gaebyeok is released!] Elises appearance began to slowly change. Chapter 332 Episode 332 War of the Book of Revtion (1) Revtion of the Beginning. It is a sacred spear that symbolizes Ellis. At the same time, it was one of the abilities that alwayses out when talking about the strongest. Whoa! ck wings sprouting along the shoulders. A red ring formed on its back. In an instant, a fire that was heavier and hotter than the mes of Cerberus burned. It is an overwhelming presence. As the head of Ataraxia, who was evaluated as the strongest among all the head of households in the past, and the absolute one who is evaluated as the pure-blooded empress. Its pretty good. That power. Butpared to before, its still far short. Thats right. Its embarrassing topare it to Jim from the past. Elise extended her right hand to the side. But, its not enough to kill you alone. Dozens of reddish skewers appeared from the tips of her long, white fingers. however. Even with countless skewers in front of him, Hysynth was still smiling leisurely. Its a natural story. Well. Who will die? The one that has a unique holy spear. Because she was too. [Hisynth unlocks his unique vocalnce, Thunder Arms!] His whole body turned white. Her hair, which had been tinged with a coveted purple color due to magic, also changed to its original white color. Parts! Sparks rose and terrifying magic engulfed the space. A spearpletely covered in white me. Ill burn you ck this time. Ghost of Ataraxia! Hysynths appearance disappeared. Wow! As the harpoon and the spear collided, the pirs hanging down on the left and right copsed like toothpicks. Its such a huge blow that thendscape can be changed with just one attack. Elise immediately continued her next attack. Fufufufufu! The red awls that pierced the ground tried to pierce Hycinths body. Kuh! With this! Hysynth grabbed the approaching awl with his bare hands. With a crushing sound the awls crumbled into powder. Blood could not maintain itsposition due to the voltage of unimaginably high heat. Its my turn this time! A dazzling radiance flickered from the tip of Hysynths spear. [Hisynth Lv?? I activate zing Lightning!] The heat lightly exceeded 50,000 degrees. A line of light aimed at Elises forehead. Parts! The shape of the harpoon Elise was holding was transformed into a sword. spear and sword. All of them are deadly weapons made in the unique holy spear state. And the moment the two des collided. Cuckoo Cuckoo! The entire temple shook violently. While Alice and Hysynth are in full-scale battle. Then, lets start this side soon. Jinhyeok raised ck magic in both hands. As Heukcheon Demon King was activated, his fists werepletely covered with ck energy. snap. The index finger moved back and forth. This is a provocation. Ill give you a yer, soe in first. Of course, Cerberus wasnt going to stay still after seeing that. Koooooo! With the roar of Cerberus. A long stream of fire spewed towards Jinhyeok. Instead of reducing the range, the firepower was maximized. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! In an instant, the ce where Jinhyeok was standing turned into a sea of fire. of course. Took! Jinhyeok had already been out of there for a long time. Lets take a look at the level lightly for now. In the blink of an eye, Jinhyeok, who grabbed Cerberus from behind, threw out his fist. Bang! Kuaa! A scream of pain erupted from the mouth of Cerberus, who had been hit in the hind leg. Heukcheon Mahuanggong, which had a whopping 4-star air power, hit it straight, so the shock was bound to be great. But what surprised me was Jinhyeok, who attacked him as well. Its stronger than I thought? I was thinking of breaking the center of gravity at once. Surprisingly, Cerberus defense was high. It seems that he earned the nickname of the watchdog of the underworld for free. Its not just the offense, its the defense thats top rated. Booung! The foot that brushed the ground avoided Cerberus w. It could be said that it was almost simultaneous. thud! This time, Jinhyeok firmly nted both feet on the ground. An indescribable energy rose from the heavy fist. Heukcheon Demon Emperor. Dark Emperors Dokmungong. Martial arts, which had been further polished and improved in Moorim, began to bloom gradually. And this is the first herbivore. Type 1. The light was swallowed up and the surroundings were dyed ck. Mana gathered toward a single point. Heukryun Rock Breaking Fist (݆ȭ) The condensed energy was released all at once. Wow! The fist that had dug into the skull pierced Cerberus head. Keep it! Cerberus body burrowed into the ground. One of the heads that had been hit was bent to the right with its tongue sticking out. The attack worked properly. Because one of the three was dealt with. however. Just when you think things will be easy. Cerberus used his unique ability. [Cerberus used his unique ability Call of the Underworld!] The other two heads blew magic toward the dead head. OK. The droopy, lifeless pupil regained focus. Kreurreu The head resurrected as if it had never happened. Again, fierce mes gushed along the mouth. This is absurd. What the hell do you have to eat to have hair like that? Jinhyeok clicked his tongue as if he was fed up. As a result of checking with the Eye of Gluttony, each head of Cerberus has a different attribute. Only through physical attacks, magic attacks, and the unique magical powers of divine or phantom beasts can you inflict effective damage. The problem is that if they are destroyed one by one, they will be resurrected through Call of the Underworld just like before. It means that I have to use all 3 elemental attacks to kill him without any error This has be a headache. Unfortunately, this person is currently alone. but. That stupid vampire is fighting so hard, but I cant give up just because of something like this. promised I promise to make you smile at the end of this fight. I promise to make you forget all the pain and suffering youve been through. Jinhyeoks gaze turned to the far side of the temple. Exension. The person who usurped Ataraxias family is also somewhere in this temple. The time to finally focus on Elises journey was just around the corner. Whoa! A white blizzard followed Jinhyeoks hand. From now on, that sturdy body will be cursed. [cial Formation and Sword of the Sky are activated!] The frozen crystal formed the shape of a giant sword. The frost that came down from the sky and [cier Formation and Earth Sword are activated!] The frost that rose from the ground met. sphemy! Between the swords, Cerberus body froze as it was. But it was only for a short while. The ice slowly began to melt due to the cowardice emitted from Cerberus body. I expected that! Pupperpuppung! Drops of blood from cracked skin caused by cryogenic temperatures. As the Blood st obtained from Amm was activated, the blood exploded all at once. Kuaaaaa! No matter how strong Cerberus is, its not like he doesnt feel pain when attacked. Especially if it was a reproduction of the family heads ability. so obscured vision. Jinhyeok called Tombgraves right hand. with the giants arm. high-speed sword. Two abilities unfolded in one ce. The remnants of the twin dragon swords were obscured. The waves that rippled and spread instantly disappeared from sight. It is not evaporated. just. Awesome! Its just that the wave has turned into an intangible sword. One of Cerberus heads was severed intact. however. I couldnt find a smile on Jinhyuks face. Are you saying that you cant mix the magic of cial form and the magic of the giants? Even if you do this, you wont die. Ive definitely dealt with this guy before, but Ive never been this tough. Right then. ! Jinhyeok reflexively used the barrier. [The unique ability Ancient Barrier is activated!] [The 7-star barrier Element Severance is activated!] The barrier that removes the energy of the fire attribute has unfolded just barely. Roaring! The mes spewing from Cerberuss mouth died down. Of course, that doesnt mean the threat is gone. In the first ce, that gigantic monsters body itself was a weapon. bang! bang! bang! My feet pounded the ground mercilessly. Its fortunate that the attack pattern is simple. Jinhyeok, who opened the Gumma Cheonryungbo, slipped through the gap like a mudfish. Of course, even while running away, he swung the twin dragon swords and inflicted a lot of stab wounds on his ankles. Blood dripped from the tip of the knife. shallow If you do this, it wont end. Kreureu Cerberus, who had been beaten over and over again, realized that the pain would only increase if he continued to do so. In order to break the parallel line, a new variable will be needed. Cerberus took out the card first. Oohhh! Red eyes were revealed all at once in the shadows hidden by the pirs following the loudmand. Multiple transitions through shadows. The number of them slowly rising to the ground exceeded dozens. Moreover, all of them were pure-bloods who inherited the blood of Hycinth, not the lower ss. Hmm. Was this something we had to do too? Its amazing. There are people that this monster cant even touch. Its a few steps above what youve been told. Either way. The opponent is alone anyway. Thats right. Hisense-nim said he would fight alone, so if we all fight, theres no way we cant subdue that guy. Annoying, but true. It was almost impossible to deal with Cerberus and his blood rtives at the same time. In a while. It doesnt seem like it will be an easy fight. Jinhyuk took out his fangs in one hand and Kruger in the other. But at that very moment. An unexpected miracle happened. [A new yer has entered the temple!] [Number of yers allowed to enter (2/2)] A person who spews life into the temple broke through the gate. Damn it. You dare to leave me alone? If you sent me to scout around the gate to go in alone like this, Ill cut off his head right away! Cheon You-seong shouted out loud. Hmm? Cheon You-seong, looking around, tilted his head. Here alone It was as nned to punish Jin-hyeok who came to the temple What is this ? Arent you spitting out randomly? thank god. our Yoosung. I was really thirsty and waited, but you finally came? Jinhyeok smiled brightly. Huh? Hurry up and help me. Do you know how to wield a sword? You just have to cut it ording to your personality. It means you have to kill everything youe across. Wait wait a minute. Let me exin what happened! Ill take the left side. right side please I only believe in you . Tak ! With that, the fight entered a new phase. Chapter 333 Episode 333. The War of Revtion (2) Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa! Chun Yoo-seongs sword crossed the air. Because he has already reached the point where he can freely handle swordsmanship, and he has acquired the knowledge of the sword for souls from Chuhonsayeong. The current level of Cheonyuseong was at a level that even the residents could not easily ovee. Kwaaaak! No, stop! Blood magic doesnt work. What kind of human being is like that! At least 5 stick together. Only then can we stop it! A cry of pain erupted from among the blood rtives. It was because it was not an ordinary thing to deal with Chun Yoo-seong, who was running all over the ce. However, Chun Yoo-seong was also caught up in a battle out of nowhere, and his whole body was drenched in sweat from fighting. It is rather dangerous to drag out time. It hits the top. Pupper puck! Chun Yu-seong, who overpowered the three in an instant, immediately threw himself at the head of the n. No way. Anton. The muscr, massive vampire wielded a sword twice asrge as a normal rapier. Kakakakang! The sword and rapier collided head-on. A dazzling spark rose up, illuminating each others faces. The current situation that has no choice but to do it with all its might. okay. This is all This is all Anton and Chun Yuseong gnashed their teeth at the same time. Squeezing out the swear words that burst from within. Its because of Kang Jin-hyuk! Everyones voice came together as one. Mmm. Jinhyuk scratched his ear. Even in the middle of a fierce battle, why? This feeling as if someone is talking a lot about themselves. Right then. Kuaaa! Jinhyeok cut off the head of the blood rtive who approached right in front of him. The moment the shallow veins of blood are about to be scattered in the air. Took. Krugers tip touched the vampires forehead. A gun? It doesnt tickle like a toy until then. Well. Mine might sting a little? Taang! The bullets reinforced through Blessing of the Stars and Mand went right through his head. Vampires with extreme regenerative power, but the wounds showed no signs of healing. Poem, its divine power! Yes. That human. He said he could use that dirty power. The one who handles the sword is only responsible for the top 7 blood rtives, and all the rest deal with that human. The important thing now is not the swordsman, but that guy. The purebloods leading the ns shouted so that their throats would burst. Thebination of Kruger and Fangs was a disaster for vampires. Its a natural story. Because mid-rangebat using swords and guns was the main specialty of Jinhyeok, who was proud of being the strongest in the past. If this continues, no matter how many blood rtives there are, wind holes will appear in their heads. But at that moment. The divine power subtly faded from the bullet. ! Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. Undoubtedly. What Melena said ability sealing. In other words, it means that Nietzsche, the head of the Mine Association, is here. Jinhyeok stopped attacking and opened the distance. Come out. Dont hide. Jinhyeok pointed the tip of his gun into the darkness. OK. A dull sound was heard from a ce out of sight. widely! An old man with a cane appeared. Chuck. I was thinking of sealing this ability little by little, but did you notice that? The ability to detect magical power is really beyond imagination. Indeed, even my subordinates and the heads of households deserved to be victimized. Even if you dont have to say who it is, you know who Lee is. Nietzsche. He is the leader of the Demons and holds the position of King Arthur, the final destination of the Round Table. A yer with the most heterogeneous abilities among the unique abilities. Jinhyeok quickly activated Eye of Gluttony. Name: Nietzsche Gender: Male Age: ???Age Level: 105 Strength 33 Agility 35 Stamina 32 Horsepower 95 Chaotic Power 332 Stat Points: 0 upation : Apostle of the Abyss Unique Ability: Nihilism (Purple) Skill: Telekinesis Lv27 de of Darkness Lv26 Absolute Obedience Lv24 Oath of Others Lv23 ck Magic Lv22 [Copy condition: Paranoid in nihilism. Sociopath. All those modifiers refer to this man. In order to copy his trait, two conditions must be met. 1. We must destroy the power of nothingness. 2. You have to make the high-ranking deity that supports Nietzsche give up on his apostle.] Depending on how perfectly the copying conditions are achieved, the level of the ability to copy will change. A ck apostle who can be said to be a descendant of the Demon King. However, Nietzsche, who can be said to be the head of the Mine Association, ended his job transfer as the Apostle of the Abyss, a higher ss of the ck Apostle. I switched to a ss that was quite troublesome. All stats and abilities of the ck Apostle rise dramatically because they receive the protection of the Demon King. The upper level Apostle of the Abyss raises not only the stats but also the rank of the unique ability itself. It means that nihilism, which is an S rank, is blessed by the demon king and exerts more power than that. But what catches my eye more than that is When I heard from Melena, I couldnt believe it, but I thought there was someone who could get that unique ability in itsplete form. To be honest, I couldnt help but be surprised. Purple grade nihilism. The unique ability to control theplete form of nihilism, not fragments, was as difficult to obtain as fusion. However, now I am faced with a monster that has achieved all of those conditions. Its not a yer, but it should be seen as a high-ranking demon. In addition, Cerberus, the gatekeeper of the underworld. The situation turned out to be more serious than expected. Alice, too, was busy fighting Hycins fiercely. Right then. bluntly Chun Yuseongs back touched Jinhyeoks back. That ability is so annoying. Is there no way? Chun Yuseong gasped for breath as he held the sword with both hands. The sword that had been singing beautifully lost its movement. Due to her ability being sealed, she was gradually driven backwards until she reached this point. Have you struggled too? Seeing how you moan about not being able to use the Sword Song or the Soul Sword? Damn it. What the hell do you think of me? Im not immortal either. Really? I thought I had acquired an invincible skill because I was always fearless. If you say just one more word there, I can cut you down first. Jinhyeok and Chun Yuseong quarreled. Nietzsche, who was watching the scene, clicked his tongue as if he was dumbfounded. Hmm. Youre still making silly jokes. It seems you havent properly grasped the situation yet. [Nietzsche activates Lv27 Spiritual Power!] At that moment, tinnitus prated the eardrum. Kiyiing! This is? Hey! Stupid swordsman! Know! Jinhyeok and Chun Yuseong broke their index fingers at the same time. with a sharp pain. The timing for the body to be restrained was out of sync. Thanks to this, the thorns made of stone failed to pierce the body. Kwaaang! The floor shattered and debris flew in all directions. Hoo? The corners of Nietzsches lips twisted subtly. As if you saw something interesting. Did you see my ability just by trying to circte my magic for the first time? Its a makeshift way, but you know how to destroy it. I was surprised at first, but the more I look at this, the more spectacle it gets. Normally, the fact that the skill was sealed would be embarrassing. However, Jinhyeok and Chun Yuseong seemed to be used to this kind of situation and responded so perfectly. This side has gone through all the pre-natal battles as well. Well, its a race against time anyway. If you make even one mistake, itll be over. Indeed, how many minutes you canst Shall we see? Nietzsche again gathered his magic. Time is distorted and the freedom of the body is restricted. thats the start bang! Kwaaang! Binding by telekic power followed by a ranged attack. It was basic, but it was an absurdly dangerousbo for an opponent whose unique abilities and skills were sealed. hooked! Jinhyeok stabbed his thigh with the tip of his fang. ! Thanks to the severe pain, I can respond to the part about bondage. At least it gave me a chance to escape right before I was fatally wounded. what. Even that was only a fleeting moment, about 0.67 seconds. Nietzsche burst into madness when Jinhyeok and Chun Yooseong narrowly missed the attack like mudfish. Ha ha ha! [Nietzsche activates Lv22 Dark Magic!] Kukukukukuku! Violet smoke billowed over the rock fragments. It is a curse-type skill created by collecting grudges. Kiiiii It hurts. It hurts. It hurts! Kill, kill me! A terrible scream erupted from his empty pupils and nted mouth. The grudges that died in extreme pain and fear were specialized in disintegrating the mind of the target they came into contact with. There. It even had a physical chain of explosions. Its obvious, but if you reach there, thats the end. Jinhyeok instinctively swung his sword. but. Wow! There is no way that a dagger that is not imbued with divine power can cut through resentment. A huge explosion urred. Smoke billowed and the surroundings were instantly engulfed in purple mes. of course. Nietzsche did not stop at that level. Booooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo Wow! Dozens of grudges began to devastate the area where the explosion urred. It was a merciless bombing that gave no chance at all, as if to eliminate even the slightest possibility. Koooooo! When Cerberus scare was added, a scene reminiscent of living hell was created. Muha terrible human being. It deserves to be called by the head of household. Those disgusting humans cant even move. So you cant even find a body like this? Not even ashes will remain. The blood rtives who were watching spat out one word at a time. Red mes rose from the huge crater. Roaring! Nietzsche, who was staring nkly at the heatwave, immediately turned around. Because there was no life that could survive in this. The moment I thought A familiar shadow emerged from Nietzsches back. It was burnt and dusty, but the eyes of Jinhyeok and Chun Yuseong were still bright. Without a sound or a sign. fast and light. Two swords cut Nietzsches throat. no. Kaaang! i thought i cut it also. I expected you guys to survive that attack. Nietzsche slowly turned his head. Of course, I knew that they wouldunch a surprise attack to catch me off guard. [The Dark de is activated! ] A de that is on a different level than the other. Demonic magicpletely covered the de. Ill let you know that its a difference in power that no matter how hard you try, you cant make up for it. A new variable intervened. Chapter 334 Episode 334. The War of Revtion (3) The lower ss, the middle ss, and the upper ss. There are a total of three reference points that divide the Tower of Trials. If the loweryer is usually theyer that yers adapt to the tower The middleyer is the ce where they begin to fully understand the tower through power battles with great powers such as Murim and the Spirit Empire. However, from the upper level, the character ispletely different. Its a natural story. No matter what anyone says Those who live in the upper floors have reached the threshold of thest 50th floor or near the top of the tower in the past. and. One of the giant forces representing the upper echelons appeared in front of me at this moment. Those who didnt expect it at all. Whoa! [Cannot measure! The barrier of the grade spreads!] [The space within 50m around is cut off from the outside world!] Inside the distorted space. that buck The sound of light footsteps echoed. Hmm. They seem to be busy fighting and fighting. I dont know who is who. The guy ck hair. Is it one of those two? Theres a handsome guy and a less handsome guy? Wait. Thats what you can ask. Armor that is far from modern. A blonde beard and a rxed smilee into his eyes. I never thought these guys woulde here. Jinhyeok nced in the direction of Alice. Alice and Hycins couldnt see this side because of the barrier. Well, I met the enemy of my life, but I dont think I can afford to care about other things. Above all, hes not an easy opponent to the extent of turning a blind eye. Ive been through various variables while climbing the tower of trials, but in any case, before the 30th floor of the tower was liberated. The beings from the upper levels had nevere down outside the tower. Is this also one of the variables Saeyoung Eonhwan talked about? Saying that the top of the tower has changed from what I knew before. At the time, I thought it was just significant nonsense, but as time goes by, Ill definitely understand. Butterflies that did not exist before are bringing a new wind. Of course, this is really fun. From Jinhyeoks point of view, these various variables came to him with interest rather than embarrassment. My heart beat happily at the fact that I was able to see a new tower, not the one I was terribly familiar with. Right then. Im sorry to interrupt you in the middle of our fight Were looking for someone. Can I ask for your attention for a moment? Ah! I should introduce myself first. My name is Loki, and the guy next to me is Thor. Norse. They are the gods representing the side. A voice resounded like jade marbles rolling. It was a yful voice, but no one in the room could ignore it. Who among you is Kang Jin-hyeok? short question. For a moment, everyones eyes turned to Jinhyeok. Lokis lips curled up slightly. As expected, that way. Hmm. Well, you have to have this level of energy to be like the yer were looking for. Quite a few residents wont be able topete with you at all. Im grateful that they look at me favorably, but why are the high-ranking people in the upper sses looking for me? Its obvious why the residents are looking for yers, right? We need a new card to break the bnce. That one has as much potential as possible. Break the bnce There is only one reason Loki says that. Is it because of Olympus? Jinhyuk spat out a word without thinking. A word that is never light. You, how did you? An earthquake urred in Lokis pupils. I could see the smile disappearing from his smirk. How do you know about our rtionship with them? It must be information that the yers cant even know at all? I guess so. Even yers in the top ranks will rarely encounter a godhead. Of course, there would be no way to know about the interests or power struggles of the upper echelons. I cant bring up the past of climbing the tower here. then. The Book of the Prophet written by the goddess Frigg. I came across a part of it by chance. Ragnarok in Northern Europe and the Titans in Olympus. And I got a rough idea of the story about the only power that can survive. in Norse mythology. Odins wife, Frigg. Part of the prophecy she left behind is hidden in the ruins located on the 19th floor of the tower. Of course, I couldnt actually get it. Its just that Loki and Thor gave an appropriate excuse for themselves to agree. Anyway, the contents of the prophecy are all in my head. I made it look like a more attractive appeasement target, so I sprayed the best bait I could do now. And that expectation Puuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu! Wow, is this really a masterpiece? Its not just usable, its aplete treasure. It must be worth it toe this far. Hey. Thor. Remember it well. This By all means, he will definitely bring us to him. Yes. Id prefer that. urately hit. Im d you liked it. Personally, I have a lot of interest in Northern Europe. Hmm. Its not a good ce to talk in detail, so why dont we move? It seems like it will take some time to talk. I want to do the same, but as you can see, the situation is not easy. Even though we stopped for a while thanks to that persons arrival, it seems that we are being pushed quite a bit. Jinhyuk shrugged. Nietzsche and his numerous blood rtives would run again whenever the opportunity presented itself. Not to mention Cerberus, who cant be killed at all. If we organize everything here, can we positively review this proposal? This time, it was Jinhyeoks turn to be surprised. Are you serious? Youre going to use your power outside the tower? A godhead doesnt speak twice with one mouth. At least the godheads who belong to us. Just going downstairs of the tower would have put restrictions beyond imagination. Whats more, isnt this a thing outside the tower at all? I have no idea what the heck I sacrificed. Are you really going to sacrifice Mjolnir? When Jinhyeok made an expression of disbelief, Loki smiled again. Ill say it again, you dont have to worry about us. You probably want to see our skills anyway, right? In order to be together in the future, well need to see how good we are. A golden dagger appeared from Lokis fingertips. The tip of the sword adorned with gorgeous jewels had a subtle aura. There are ancestors behind us. Are you really going to go to war? Ah. Of course. If I can get Kang Jin-hyeok, I can handle it enough. Enough to make all of you enemies. Above all, Jin-jo, the only one who doesnt want to fight, is already with Kang Jin-hyeok. perfect enemy. Keugh! Nietzsche, who judged that conversation was useless, widened the distance at once. At the same time, purple des crossed the air all at once. Now that this is the case, it is a shallow goal not to lose even a yer. but. Kakakakakang! The des were cut in half before they even touched Lokis body. Loki leisurely moved between the red-hot cuts. You must kill! Nietzsche sought help from his blood rtives. shit! Hit all! Even blood rtives joined the unexpected huge variable. Koooooo! Hot mes erupted from Cerberus mouth. Ill take care of the size. As if Thor had waited, his muscles bulged. Rumble! Thunder roared and blue lightning bolted in all directions. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! A storm beyond imagination headed for Cerberus face. Bang! One of Cerberus heads turned back. However, he did not die. Even though he was shocked, he still exhaled life with his teeth bared. Kuaaa! Its pretty solid. It could be a degraded version of Fenrir. This is the battle of the gods. It is a fight between those who have the power to destroy a world if they put their minds to it. It will be over if we just remove the boss anyway. In an instant, Loki, who had cut off the line of blood, approached Nietzsche. however. Boooooong! Right before Lokis sword touches his heart. [The existence of the Northern European deities is known.] [The existence of the Pandemonium reacts to this.] Another reddish status window appeared. standing tall Lokis hand stopped for the first time. By the hand of a woman with jet ck hair. Oh, my hands are rough. you!? This person is our masters favorite servant. It means that you are not someone you can carelessly clean up. Another giant appeared. In fact, I expected that this side would collide once because of the copy conditions. The worst group of demons and demons . It can be seen as a collection of garbage that regards the despair and death of others as entertainment. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Dark clouds hung in the air and red eyes appeared. [The godhead of the underworld looks at his apostle.] We meet the great person above. Nietzschesplexion changedpletely. There is no such thing as a rxed look until now. There are only weak human beings struggling not to offend the superior beings who have contracted with them. Were you a human being supported by the demons? Its not just a demon. I can feel the magical power equivalent to that of a demon lord. Loki and Thor smacked their lips bitterly. I came lightly with the intention of stealing Jin-hyeok before Shub Niguras manifested. I got caught up in a much bigger fight than I thought. [Demon King Hesimodium is Lv??? I activate the Dark Hall!] Ominous magic wrapped around my body as if it took my breath away. It could be said that it was almost simultaneous. Keeeee! Kuaa! As the ground cracked, a huge number of demonic beasts began to climb up. Thor and Loki fought madly with the monsters. such a newly transformed face. Now I can take a breather. To be honest, I was surprised. I never thought that the deities would show this much interest Nietzsche, who regained hisposure, looked at Jinhyeok and Chun Youseong. But, that help is no longer avable. As long as her abilities were still sealed, the goddess of victory smiled on Nietzsche. Kwaaang! A purple de struck Chun Yu-seong in the face. Kuk! I managed to block it, but both arms trembled from the attack carried by the demonic energy. once. bang! twice. Kwak! Chun Yu-seongs stance copsed rapidly at the increasing number of attacks. Jinhyeok is also in a hurry to avoid it. I didnt even dare to fight back properly. just a little bit now if only a few more times. thats it! Thats when Nietzsche drove the two into a corner. Whoa Now youve mastered your senses. You can start. Chun Youseong grabbed the sword with both hands. Its fortunate. If it was just a little bitter, it would have been over at all. Jinhyeok also took out the twin dragon swords from beyond the subspace. What is it? Youre going toe and fight? something that isnt even funny. Nietzsche lightly dodged the sword of Cheon Yuseong that crossed the air. Do you think you can inflict even the slightest wound on me with an attack that is nothing more than a dance like that! Yes. In other words, this is just an imitation. The description of the skill. The sophistication of the ability is not even listed. so that. There was no way that the swords that the two of them were using now had their own power. but. Pats Cheats! A faint blue light shimmered along the tip of the sword. Experience umted by mimicking thousands and tens of thousands of times. Even if you dont rely on skills or unique abilities. the body remembers that form. and. that form. More than anything. The two swords that the two of them made while fighting countless times in the past. Tsutsut! Muh, what! Sword and sword began to sing. The air changes. at the same time. [Special conditions have been satisfied!] [False battlefield selection is activated!] [The world of yers unfolds!] A new image has arrived. Chapter 335 Episode 335. Changes in the world of the spirits of darkness . The ability to break the existing rules and make the caster choose a battlefield that is advantageous is quite rare even within the Tower of Trials. much less ! Its nonsense. Youre saying that just by imitating it, youve realized powerparable to a skill? An earthquake urred in Nietzsches pupil. So far, nihilism has been overwhelmingly effective against the residents as well as the yers. Wasnt it his own ability that made even Hysynth and Exension flinch? however. all those convictions. Its copsing. starting from this moment. [The world of the yers unfolds.] Parts The huge pce lined with pirs is gone. In its ce, a familiarndscape appeared. In the Corridor of the Fallen. The ce where we first fought over frozen tears. The Tower of Trials appeared in reality and is the ce where the two first faced swords. Jinhyuk looked around for a moment. Chun Yoo-seong also kept his lips tightly closed as if thinking over the past. Of course, it was only for a short while. It has to be done once. Never twice. After forcibly activating the battlefield selection, I felt a serious strain on my body. thump! thump! thump! Blood vessels burn and lips dry. It was as if the overburdened muscles and bones were screaming. At least 1 minute or so. That would be the limit at which this world could be maintained. Dont worry. Even if you dont say that, I intend to finish it in one blow. Chun Youseong stretched out his sword. at the same time. Jinhyeok also drew his sword gently. [Trait] Two des [Trait] lead into one. [A false sword song is triggered.] Two different yers. Of course, the two are perfect strangers with no point of contact. but. Soul Dance (׷ꄦ). The blurry tip of the sword. Even without horsepower. even without the ability. Equation 11. expression is implemented. As if it should be the case. A very natural line hase to an end. Combination of two swords. These are two swords. They are the strongest rivals, and they can create each other because they know each others swords better than anyone else. It is an extreme that transcends the system. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah Kwah! Two swords crossed. The remnant of the sword haspletely disappeared. This nonsense It cant be like this. How could this happen Nietzsche roared and activated his shield one after another. However. The multipleyers of shields made with ck magic were shattered the moment the sword touched them. Awesome! Even the space was cut out. Chiyiik! A thick cloud of smoke billowed across the ground. Because the powerful one sword was used, even the mental world created by battlefield selection could not properly withstand the shock. Right then. Tring! [warning! yers bodies suffered massive shocks.] [Battlefield Selection is destroyed.] [All iplete abilities disappear.] Wooduk! Kwadeuk Cracks appeared in the air and the scenery shattered like pieces of ss. The imaginary world that had been barely holding on was finally over. Heo-eok. Heo-eok. Hee-eok. Huuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu Only the rough breathing seemed to tell how much the previous battle had been. however. Shit Chun Youseong clicked his tongue with a face full of annoyance. no feeling Of course, that heavy taste that should be passed on to your hands. In that moment I guess it was canceled out. Jinhyeok also frowned. At thest moment, something got in the way between Nietzsche and the sword. The shield was cut, but it failed to cut the most important person. Nietzsche is still alive and well. as if to prove it. Its quite thats right. Honestly, this time was dangerous even for me. I never thought Id be able to bring this out. Nietzsche walked out of the smoke. In a clean look without a single wound. And next to it Gig giggle kik. Blocked. I blocked. Good job, right? There was something surrounded by a dark gas. yellow and blue. Creatures with different pupils giggled. Thats Jinhyeoks eyes narrowed. They are not ordinary monsters or summons. spirit water. It is also a spirit with a dark attribute, not a spirit included in the five major attributes. This Another huge thing came out. Its getting more and more crowded. I never thought I would encounter such a troublesome enemy at a time like this. Because I poured out everything, I dont even have the strength to lift a finger. I couldnt ask for help from others. Loki and Thor were also busy dealing with the high-ranking demons and the numerous demons that followed her. Needless to say, Alice. Damn it. Isnt there something sharp? Sorry, but not right now. Jinhyuk quietly crossed his head. If you go that far, thats the worst. Jinhyeok, who has always acted smirkingly and came up with countermeasures, reacting like this means that the odds of winning are close to 0%. Finally, I can see the despair in your face. A fishy smile crept across Nietzsches lips. Nietzsche also reached the limit, but it doesnt matter as long as you have enough power to move the spirit. After all, it was the Spirits job to deliver the final blow. I must see their whole body rotting away. If possible, start with your hands or toes and drag it on for a long time. Kick giggle! Yes. Okay. Ill kill you as painfully as possible. [Forgotten elemental spirit ckness activates Lash of the Dead!] Long whips appeared on both sides of the aircraft. Parts Tsutt! ck sparks shot out in all directions. You can see the soil burning. 4th floor of the tower. It is an ability that has a simr effect to the ck Death used by Pendariel. It is inevitable that the skin will rot just by touching it, which is very difficult in the current situation where the ability is sealed. Not even one should be allowed. Swoop. Jinhyeok and Chun Yuseong took their positions. Its on your side! Boooooung Quaang! Kuk! Chun Yoo-seong, who received the first attack, managed to miss the attack. It is not easy to even receive it because it is loaded with weight at ridiculously fast speed. Its a shame because Hwamu Maehwagum was a new recruit of the Volcano faction. If it was an ordinary sword, it would have been consumed by that ominous aura. Kick-kick! Quite right? Do you want to block this too? This too? This too? bang! Quaang! Bang! Bang! A whip that rages like a storm. Chun Yuseong broke out in a cold sweat and tossed his body around. And Cheon Yoo-seong is frantically defending, aiming for a gap. fault! Jinhyeok jumped forward. It was an embarrassing speed to say that it was closing the distance, but the timing was right. It was because he dug into the square created by the ovepping of the two whips. Paying attention to how Wolyeong usually moves through shadow y also showed off its light. however. Kwak Kwak! A third whip gripped the fangs tightly. Even the surprise attack, which I thought was perfect, went back to nothing. Gig kick! Did you say that was a surprise attack? I expected it because there were only two of them. This ispletely disappointing. Yes. Yes. With that, even thest hope was gone. Quaang! Aagh! Chun Yoo-seong rolled on the dirt floor again. Have you failed to shed the weight? With that single blow, the right shoulder de was shattered. One guy ended with this. The next ckness gaze turned to Jinhyeok. Kwaaang! The whip hit the twin dragon swords. ! The realm of responding by prediction and experience, not by seeing and reacting. Jinhyeok wielded his sword, wringing out thest of his strength. of course. Its just pointless resistance. It was impossible to ovee the physical limit no matter how strong the mind was. Ill finish both of them now. ckness giggled and gathered her mana. The whips all at once soared high into the sky. Soon, they rushed toward Jinhyeok and Cheon Yooseong. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! The two people who had be battered no longer had the strength to escape. But at that very moment. Whoa! Several gates began to appear in front of me. What is this again? Nietzsche, who was confident of victory in the unexpected incident, reacted. I cant help but be embarrassed Because there was no reason for Gate to appear in this situation. [Many spirits react to the crisis of the owner.] Magic is not connected. If there was no supply of magical power, naturally, the spirits also had no reason toe to this world. For them, a contract was nothing more than an experience of a new world through magic. Even so. The gate was furiously adding to its light. As if they would be freed at any moment. right at that moment. Someone appeared through the gate. How dare you Where are you tampering with those filthy hands? The first to appear outside the gate was the water spirit. It was Undine. The small and cute appearance is nowhere to be seen. A woman with a fully grown body stretched out her slender fingers. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Dozens of water droplets whirled like crazy, revealing their hostility toward Nietzsche and ckness, who touched Jinhyeok. Its not just because the magic power contained in the water drops is strong that you can feel the terrifying energy. Anger at those who hurt Jinhyeok. Only that one emotion dominates. Master well protect you. Kuaaa! The Sylphid, which manifested two pairs of wings, and the Smander, whose entire body was covered with red scales, used different types of magic. Let the wind touch the mes. Wheein! A fever like hellfire raged. Goooooo! Everyone be quiet. My head hurts. The magics of the 5 major attributes were used at the same time. Even the spiritists cant sign contracts with so many spirit beasts. How much more to make the main bodye directly. You bastard. What the hell. What the hell do you mean by identity! Nietzsche shouted with a blood clot in his neck. A variable thates every time you are sure of victory. They were so absurd that each and every one of them would turn the tide of battle. now i dont know what It was a situation where all the things that were confident of killing were all out of sync. No matter how ckness is the most powerful of the elemental elements. Its not enough to fight the main body. Even so, there was no need for ckness toe to the main body. This was because this side was purely a rtionship that was faithful only to the contract itself. Then Tristan. Melena! Nietzsche shouted at the two people waiting a little far away. If the two demons give us enough time, we should be able to escape. It was the only way to reorganize and fight. however. The two men who received the order did nothing. What are you doing? You dont fight those guys! Nietzsche urged, but the reaction that came back was cold. sorry. Its a pity, but your orders arent the top priority. If my order as the head of the demons is not given priority, then which ones order is given priority! Nietzsches shout. Thats me, of course. Jinhyeok brushed off the dust and came forward. Chapter 336 Episode 336. Liberation (1) You betrayed me? Nietzsche muttered in disbelief. The two must have had a bad rtionship with Jinhyeok. It was a rtionship that could never be together. so that. For Nietzsche, this situation was embarrassing. Sorry. I had to stick to the stronger side to survive. That person was what I was thinking of. Dont be too sorry. Weve always been driven by interests. Melena, who had been with Jinhyeok for a long time, and Tristan, who btedly joined, shrugged their shoulders as if it were natural. Even if its not because of the stigma of lust. They were two people who knew keenly which side had the advantage when it came to fighting in the mud. Whether its the head of the demons. Whether its the great pureblood Jinjos. Does not matter. Because it was already decided who would survive in the end. How dare you guys stab me in the back of the head? I guess Ive forgotten how terrifying this body is. It could leave both of them rotting alive. Hmm. Wouldnt it be kind of funny if someone who was trying to run away without his tail saying something like that? This time, Jinhyeok intervened in Nietzsches absurd threat. you! Ah. Dont be angry. Even if youe here and blush ugly, your blood pressure will only rise. Even if you die, you should die with my sword. Wouldnt the head of the famous demons want to go to high blood pressure? Jinhyuk shrugged his shoulders with a smirk. Then Nietzsches face contorted even more fiercely. Insolent! Do you think Im going to get beaten by you! Yeah. I think so. Even if you dont, Im going to show you what elder aggression is. A situation where Nietzsches magical power is being used to the limit to maintain ckness. At this level, even if his ability was sealed due to nihilism, it was worth trying. But just one thing. There were barriers to ovee in order to achieve the copy conditions. Im going to have to get rid of the devil attached to that guy 7th ce in the demon realm. Hesimodium. One of the 10 Demon Lords in the Demon Realm, he is currently supporting Nietzsche. If he didnt give up on Nietzsche until the end and helped him, things could turn out to be troublesome. then. I have no choice but to make them realize that it is better to throw away than to support. Jinhyeok provoked the opponent more aggressively. I was curious about how he was so confident even though he signed a contract with the most inexperienced and half-hearted demon lord. I heard about it, but wasnt Hesimodium rankedst among the 10 demon lords? And Then at that very moment. [The deity of the underworld is enraged!] [The special ability Partial Incarnation is activated!] Kukukukukuku! Keuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu006uuuuuuuuu! Whites fell over Nietzsches eyes. Blood bubbles formed at the mouth. Thick veins wriggled violently in his skin. Whole body trembles like an aspen tree. Nietzsche is no longer Nietzsche. Its because the demon kings soul is already dwelling in that body. To be precise, it should be seen as closer to possession through a medium rather than the manifestation of the main body. The pain-filled screams that hadsted for a long time disappeared like lies at some point. Keuuu I always dont like being inside a human shell. Hesimodium examined its hands and feet with dry eyes. But it was only for a short while. Since this body made me feel ufortable, I wont be able to diefortably. Red liquid dripped from his long fingernails. Its obvious, but its a monster that cant be defeated even if you have the best condition. of course. This one is also thinking about that. Beriel. I know what youre watching. Why dont you pretend to know? Jinhyuk quietly opened his mouth. OK. [Hmm. okay. what are you looking at Things were going quite interesting, so I was fetching wine from my private warehouse for a while.] As if I had been waiting, a reaction appeared. Anyway, this guy is good for his age. Im gambling with the rest of my life. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Jinhyeok looked at Hesimodium, which was emitting ck energy from his entire body. Truly, terribly ignorant Magi. [I will die at this rate.] Yes, thats right. Even if you say you borrowed Nietzsches body, the opponent is the devil. As long as the ability is sealed, a single gesture will kill you instantly. So, shouldnt I have a strong supporter protecting me too? Jinhyuk nced into the air. [Hoo. do i need help? Why should I do that?] Why? Thats it If youre stronger than Hesimodium, theres no reason to avoid this fight. Oh, of course, if youre behind in the ranks you might as well not fight. [therefore. If I dont help, you wont be able to meet my eyes because Im lower than that idiot demon king? After all, isnt it that Im the most coward and the weakest in the Demon Realm?] Hmm I didnt say that. The intention seems to have been conveyed correctly. I felt once again how good a ck apostle is while fighting that guy today. The 3rd job is not a barrier master, but I think it wouldnt be bad if I changed it to something else. [Youre going to be my apostle? Is that really true?] Yeah. Im not out of ideas. [really? Can you swear on that?] You dont believe me? [You have to give me faith to believe it! Ive been going through it like Ive been doing it several times!] Ill bet on coteral this time. What do you think of that guy over there? Jinhyeoks fingertips went to Cheon Yooseong. [The swordsmanship is also quite good. There is no matter in hand. In many ways, it looks like it goes well with us.] Beriel nodded. It was a sight that I liked quite a bit. good. It took. Thats right. As you can see, hes a pretty smart kid. Of course, if he changes his job to a ck apostle. Wouldnt it be possible to be a pretty good demon? Besides, if he goes to me, itspletely icing on the cake, right? Buy Beriels favor on the condition of handing over Cheonyuseong. [Thats true, but] Huh? That guy ising. Hurry up. Theres no time right now! If I die, buying something or whatever will all be meaningless. Jinhyeok urgently pointed to Hesimodium. As if they woulde running at any moment, they were preparing to take off with less than a few seconds remaining. atst. [Damn it. i get it. Ill help you first. Dont forget the promiseter.] Beriel stepped out. Moment. creepy There was a cold chill that gave me goosebumps. Pachichik! A silver-haired man appeared, tearing up the space with shy sparks. Aaaaaaaang! The red-stained fingernails were blocked in the air. no. Rather, Hesimodium, which had attacked, couldnt ovee the shock, so he hesitated and stepped back. Beriel? Hesimodiums pupils shook rapidly. It is not a partial manifestation through possession. Direct descent of the body. It was also directly moved by the demon king, who is the highest level of divine power. I just sacrificed 100,000 pyeong of forest and 3 castles in my territory. choice is forced. Since he has already made an irreversible investment This person is my apostle. So go away. Fight until one side is destroyed. Or curl up your tail. Damn it. Hysynth snapped his fangs. I thought Nietzsche and other magicians would still do their part well. Those idiots arent helpful at all. In particr, with the addition of the suddenly appearing Northern European deities and the demon king, the charter waspletely tilted. The biggest problem, however is that the enemies you face in front of you are far more demanding than youd expect. Pupperpuppung! Pew! A storm created by lightning continued to rage, but Ellis closed the distance without blinking an eye. Its definitely far behindpared to its heyday. But why? Rather, why does it feel more burdensome than then? [Hisynth activates Infinity Lightning!] Blue lightning strikes the spear you are holding. At the same time, an imperceptibly fast thrust exploded. Fain! The tip of the spear disappeared with a sonic boom. however. Kaga-Ga-Kang! Elis pulled out the rapier from her waist like lightning and distorted the trajectory of the spear. The deflected spear stuck into the poor ground. Hysynths eyebrows curled in reverse. When did you start using rapiers? I just learned it. How long ago did you learn it? Could it be from that human? Alice did not confirm or deny. No way, I did, but was it real? The head of Ataraxia, who was so high-ranking and noble. Did you learn something from mere humans? A story I would never have believed if I had told it to anyone else. It was because I changed my belief that I would never use a weapon under any circumstances. What the hell why is that guy doing that? Its not just a rapier. You probably know that? No matter how much you fight against the beings on the 50th floor, its hard to guarantee your life. so that. I had no choice but to ask. What kind of existence is Kang Jin-hyeok to Alice? And about whether or not its worth it. Alices red lips parted slowly. The person who made it possible for me to live again. A precious person who gave up everything and gave up new hope to herself who was waiting for death. The person who gave me a reason to live a new life after a long nightmare. It doesnt matter whates on the 50th floor. If you die it doesnt matter. Its okay even if it turns into a handful of ashes and disappears. If we could be together until thest moment that was enough. Ataraxia. The rapier drew 7 circles. The drawn circles were gradually cut away and began to change into colorful patterns. A red rose? Hysynth nkly looked at the drawing of a rose. One song, one song. Roses blooming in the air created a breathtaking sight. [Blood Rose is activated!] This is Alices own unique form. It is a new wave that symbolizes Ataraxia. Did you think you could deal with me with something rushed! Hysynth swung her spear against him. The spear split into dozens of branches, leaving traces behind. No matter how trivial it may seem. Every ceremony must be backed up with that much experience and years. Its not just something that can be done overnight! sword and spear. The expression created by the two arms stretched forward. and. The moment the two expressions collided. Pagakak! The tip of Hysynths spear began to scatter. Ah In the short sigh, a sense of emptiness and despair came out together. A realm of overwhelming talent that requires neither effort nor experience. The strongest family head who crushed all the family heads. Jinjo. Ellis von Ataraxia. I had forgotten about it over time. What an outrageous monster that being is. Chapter 337 Episode 337. Liberation (2) Slowly! Hysynths body slowly copsed with an eerie destructive sound. Ah There was no pain. Because the current blow wasnt dull enough to feel that way. cooong! The fight ended when the body touched the ground. Elise looked at Hysynth with dry eyes. three with this. The third homeowner for revenge has disappeared. After Hycins died, another wind arose on the battlefield. Wow! With Thors fist, the bodies of the three beasts that were running towards them exploded like firecrackers. Kuaaa! Keeck! blow. The word ignorance is a destructive force thates out naturally. Thor, who was covered in blood all over his body, flexed his joints as if he was excited. Its not bad, maybe because theyre from the Devil World side. But, I picked the wrong opponent. The more you fight, the more you dont get tired. On the contrary, as if his body was finally getting better, his momentum began to rampage even more ferociously. And at that brutality Even the demonic beasts, who knew no fear, whimpered with their tails folded. Lets stop arguing while killing small fish and finish it quickly. That side is already over. Loki tapped Thor on the shoulder. Hmm. The decision was made sooner than I thought. Is there such a thing as a ss among family heads? Thats right. If you can conciliate Kang Jin-hyeok, youll be able to bring that Jinjo along with you. Its a business thatspletely left over. The two deities were even more convinced that they had to recruit Jinhyeok. Aftering here, I came to pretend to be with the demon world and vampires and other giant forces, but that was because the charm that Jinhyeok showed was so great. It might be possible with that guy. I can give the Greeks a shot. Small sparks rose in the eyes of the two gods. Buuuung kakakakakan! Numerous sword strikes crossed. Nietzsche no Hesimodium waved its arms madly. However, as each minute and second passed, the charter was noticeably tilting. Its a natural story. A situation where you are pushed out of the ranks even if you fight under the same conditions in the first ce. Not to mention, he couldnt even be an opponent with a half-incarnation that borrowed a human body. Beriel! Stupid bastard. Did you blow up the manor over this? Youll definitely regret it! I have been looking for a way to unlock the seal using demons for a free embodiment without restrictions. Thats why Beriel was making such a huge sacrifice. I couldnt understand it at all with Hesimodium. Whether I sell the castle or bring treasures, thats my heart. Keugh! Hesimodium bit through its mrs. If things go on like this, its only a matter of time before they get hurt. Since the soul was permeated, if the body copsed, it was certain that even the demon king would be seriously hit. atst. [Hesimodium unlocks Partial Incarnation!] [The demonic family retreats to their territory!] There is only one way to survive. Hesimodium and the nobles who followed him disappeared into the demon realm. Still, hes a guy who understands the subject. Beriel shrugged. Thank you. Thanks to you, things worked out so easily. Its done. Keep your promise. This time, the blood was really heavy. Well, Ill try. Effort means. Now all that was left was Nietzsche, who was abandoned at the ce where Hesimodium had left. He still has his mouth wide open with a dumbfounded face. Its like you dont quite understand whats going on. Since the being worshiped as a god was defeated, it is natural to be embarrassed. Right then. Tring! [Seeded in copying the unique ability Nihilism.] [Nihilism C Green Grade] Difficulty to obtain: SS Description: The unique abilities and skills of enemies around the caster can be sealed. However, in order to use nihilism, very high understanding and delicate control are required, and if used inbination with other skills, it can cause fatal damage to the body.] Unexpected green grade! good. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth went up. I got this too. Defeated Nietzsche while his unique abilities and skills were sealed. The demon king made himself abandon his apostle. It was not easy to achieve the two conditions, but the goal was achieved nheless. I guess Ill need some time to use it in conjunction with the skills freely like Nietzsche did. It wasnt that he didnt use this ability in the past, but he didnt use it as his main force. Because the opposite side was also not easy. Of course, there is no reason to rush. Its a skill, its just a matter of slowly mastering it over time. More important than that is that you have to squeeze thest sweet water out of a hound that has been abandoned by its owner. Jinhyuk approached Nietzsche. Ugh Nietzsche, who met their eyes, trembled slightly. Didnt have the will to resist any longer. The self-confidence hadpletely disappeared. I have a few questions I want to ask you. If youre willing to tell me, I wont take your life. What, what are you curious about? Oh, my tongue is still stiff. Lets fix that tone first. Aaaaaagh! When the primordial spark manifested, Nietzsche felt a terrible pain in his shoulder. If you still think that you are the head of the demons, you are greatly mistaken. You know? Uh, if youre wondering what tell me, Ill answer Attitude became more docile. This makes the conversation easier. The Crown of Pure Blood. A heavy name came out of Jinhyuks mouth. Thats Why? Dont you want to answer? Couldnt you have told me earlier? Theres still not enough fire massage. Roaring! An even stronger me erupted. Wait! Wait! I dont hate to answer. I can tell you how to find the crown, but its not in my hands to get it. Thats why I kept quiet. Acquisition is a problem that I have to worry about on my own. Tell me what you know. Nietzsche reluctantly opened his mouth when Jinhyeok urged him to. The crest that one of the household heads, Exension, has. Thats the key to finding the crown. I wonder if Exension had the clue Come to think of it. Where is he, why is he not joining the fight? Exension is not visible. Its not like theyre preparing a plot for a twist. Because the battle is already over. I-I dont even know that much. Did the nerd-like guy notice something? Jinhyuk licked his lips bitterly. I thought I solved everything perfectly. The most important guy for Alices revenge has escaped. Even with the key to the Crown of Pure Blood. If you know everything you want to know, then I Then can we go? Of course, you are free to go. At least I said I wouldnt touch it. but. I didnt mean to stop other people from doing something. Jinhyuk took a step back. Swoop. As if Melena and Tristan had been waiting, they stepped forward. A long whip and a sharp sword each gave off an alert. You, you guys. What are you trying to do now? The post-processing is always neat. Leaving no regrets was the principle you taught us. I dont know what I would do if I let him live like this. As long as he had contact with the Demon King, he was the one who could strike the back at any time. No no Nietzsche reached out, but the two of them had already made up their minds. hooked! Ch! The head of the Mine Association, who moved the sword and whip at the same time, finally passed away. Now the really big things are over. But just then. Crunchy! There was a sound as if the heavens and earth were splitting. [The gate is released!] [Shub Nigurath manifests outside the tower.] Everything is stained bloody. Primordial existence. They are the strongest inhabitants of the Tower of Trials, capable of destroying an opponents mind just by facing them. And one of the top, Shub Nigurath, finally began to manifest. Kiyi . thump thump! Despite being hundreds of kilometers away, the wavelength was beyond imagination. Because the mere opening of the gate pierced my skin with the stinging magic power. Just how ignorant of magic he possesses I cant even guess. This is a bit too dangerous. Beriel swallowed dry saliva. No matter how much he is a demon king, he is not as good as the beings on the 50th floor. Those who were defeated by them in the first ce and pushed to the lower floors of the tower were the definition of residents. Isnt there still time left? The association said we could attack this ce before the gate opens but why! Chun Yoo-seong also raised his voice. Did the Exension cheat on something? Or Hastings, the senior manager? Either that or maybe someone else intervened. However, there is no point in looking for the cause in the current situation. The realm of response, not contrast. From now on, you have toe up with the best possible move. Jinhyuks head spun rapidly. By now, the things I asked for Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min would have beenpleted. With the timing right and some luck maybe Damn it. Is it really possible? Im notpletely ready yet. It was when Jinhyeok was thinking all kinds of things. Kang Jin-hyeok. Loki, who hade to the side before he knew it, called out to Jinhyeok. Ah. I owe a lot to you in many ways. I want to say thank you, but the timing is not very good. Yeah. Its the worst topliment each others majors. Thats why Loki went on cautiously. I know you have an attachment to this world. But, theres no hope as long as it pops out. A catastrophe that even the Godheads could not do anything about. There is nothing the yer can do against such an absolute being. It just means you have to adapt as you would ept a natural disaster. Come with us. Even if its not here, we can make a ce where you can live inside the tower. Well take care to enjoy Valha and everything in our mythology. Lets just give up on this ce. This is a kind of consideration. To alleviate the guilt of those who have to make that choice in the only option anyway. Yeah, maybe thats right. After all, Shub Nigurath will go back to where he was once he satisfies his curiosity. however. I dont want to give up. It is not because of the grandiose purpose of saving all people and protecting humanity. only. If youre afraid of just this level of difficulty, you wont be able to sleep with your legs stretched out. At least? You dont seem to know what the opponent is The guy whosing over now. The towers I know. As for the Primordial Being, I know better than anyone here. Ive been fighting them have been defeated I finally saw the top of the tower. There are still things we can do. The odds are slim, but if its me its possible. All abilities have already returned. [Reading Memories of the World.] Beyond the countless bookshelves. Jinhyeok prepared for the final fight. Chapter 338 Chapter 338. Liberation (3) Korea Awakened Association. This ce was in a state of panic due topletely unexpected variables. It had to be. Because all the efforts to stop the gate before it was released went in vain. boom boom! The inside turned into mayhem. It was virtually impossible to sort out the hectic reports and various situations. Safeguards are all broken. Crabs, gates liberated! At someones cry, everyones eyes turned to the huge screen in the center. I cant believe it Han Sang-jin, the president of the association, also stared nkly at the opening gate. Simultaneous outbreaks across the world were already running out of control. Keeeeeeeee! When the branch with many mouths came out of the gatepletely a hellish disaster began. Aaaaaagh! Aaaagh! My, my eyes! My my eyes! Ouuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu! Outside the gate, the yers who were preparing for an emergency screamed. Those who copsed with blood pouring from their eyes and mouths. Even dozens of mental defense magics and top-notch armor didnt help. There were some rankers who barely survived, but that was all. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! As branches swept around, a cloud of red blood rose. One light movement. The rankers who went through all the battles against it were annihted. The military units that were ironically encircling the gate area were also reduced to ashes without a proper resistance. As a result, the Awoken Association control rooms in each country became more and more busy. It is said that the biological reactions of the 3 Olympus Guild raid teams that went to Gate C-15 in Paris have disappeared. Around Gate A-01 in Washington, USA 1km has been destroyed. No survivors. Emergency SOS signals have been picked up from the Gandhara Guild, which went to China to help! Reports popping up here and there. but. The biggest problem is that it hasnt even started yet. Everything that has been passed so far has only been branches. It is still unknown which gate the main body wille out of. Right then. Bar, a new magic response has just been picked up. Another report came up. A ce where the most powerful mana emanates, not branches. B-00. Gapcheon Gate The worst happened. The ce where the body manifests itself is Korea. Han Sang-jin pursed his lips. Only 10 minutes left. A silence as heavy as the depths of the sea hovered in the room. Through the space movement magic Evacuate everyone. Withdraw the military units. Yes? Ha, but Its useless anyway, no matter how many there are. It just increases the number of corpses. At first I thought I didnt know. Maybe humanity can fight and survive. If this many rankers and yers fully prepared, it might be possible. However, when he tasted the piece of magic that came out of Shub-Niguraths body. I realized that all those hopes werepletely in vain. This isnt something you can fight against. No matter howrge the guilds raid was. Even a top ranker couldnt reverse this situation. Even so. only one. If theres even a single chance leftKang Jin-hyuk yer. It was probably in the hands of just one person. Han Sang-jins gaze turned to the screen once again. Im sure all yers are currently on the ind that appears in the East Sea. There will be no time toe back in this short time. Why? Han Sang-jin was still unable to take his eyes off the screen. As if believing that someone would appear on the screen. [The gate has been opened!] All the chains surrounding the gate were shattered. Beyond fully open spaces. . Shub Nigurath looked at the world. Blue sky and river. An endlessly stretched city center. This is the world of humans outside the tower. And the reason I came here is Bored. Yes. To put it bluntly, it must be for that reason. Because it was here that the insignificant creatures defeated the ck goat. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Terrible magic flowed out of the gate. Just by touching it, the grass burns ck and the river dries up. An inconceivable abyss. If there is an end to the curse, it must be this one. however. ? Something caught Shub Niguraths eyes. In the empty city center where everyone has already fled. Several people were waiting for him with their weapons drawn. Of course its funny. No matter how restricted by the system, it was a small creature that could be killed with just a light breath. However, because of trivial curiosity, there was a temporary reprieve from killing the opponent. Humans. Are you afraid of me? Awesome profit! Just by opening his mouth, the steel bars of the building bent like candy. Red smoke billowed through the broken windows. Definitely its huge. Saying its out of spec isnt an exaggeration. Even after hearing my voice. Keeping up. Its quite good. If its normal, its normal to go crazy or pass out just by facing it. In severe cases, there were often deaths. It means that he is a very good yer just by enduring it. furthermore. The guys next to him were also keeping their spirits. My interest grew a bit. If it is these people, it is worth appeasing the boredom they have felt for eons of time. I will ask for your names. Shub Niguraths gaze turned to each individual. Kang Jin-hyeok. Its natural. Its Teresa. The sword that serves the lord. Its Wolyeong. Im Andrea. I am the proud patriarch of Ataraxia and a pureblood Ellis von! Eup! I am the Dark Emperor. It is the friendshipw of the Heavenly Demon Goddess. Standing in front of Shub Nigurath, each of them uttered a word. seven in total. Although they are few in number, they are all the strongest. At least for humans. Fun. Its fun. For a short game. It wont be bad. Kick kick kick kick! Key eh eh! Countless branches burst into madughter. [Shub Niguras uses primordialnguage.] Along with the reddish status window. There was a gap in my memory for a moment. It was only for a little over 0.1 second, but it waspletely defenseless. Its like this even after using Mental Barrier, Mand, and even a 7-star barrier. Is this because the endgame king is the final game king Jinhyeok managed to calm his trembling arms. To be honest, its almost disgusting. But you shouldnt be shaken here. From now on, a fight that breaksmon sense will begin. Please focus on attracting his attention as much as possible. Here, Teresa-san and Masters roles are particrly important. Leave it to me, Mr. Jinhyeok. To think of fighting a monster like this. Indeed, you are a disciple taken by me. Teresa and Dark Emperor stepped forward. Whoa! With Blessing of the Stars. Parts! Heukcheon Demon King was manifested. at the same time. Quaang! bang! Teresa and Dark Emperor moved in different directions. left and right. Huge magic power exploded from both sides. Teresas sword with divine power crossed it horizontally. Dark Emperors regime, which condensed terrifying spection, burrowed forward. however. Wow! Even an attack that could kill arge species in one blow did not work against Shub Nigurath. As if blocked by a transparent wall. The sword and fist stopped in the air. At least. This much. Shub Nigurath muttered boredly. From hope to disappointment. Feelings have changed. It was then. What makes the air around you different? e! The Dark Emperor hurriedly shouted. And with that warning. chump chump chump chump! A sharp wind cut through the space. Cheeik! Red steam rose from the cut air. It was close. If it was a littlete to react, it would have been split in half along with the dimension. Just by looking at it No, just by thinking, did you attack with such power? Alice added a word as if she was fed up. materialization of the image. As a supreme being, Shub Nigurath possessed the ability to turn imagination into reality. Everyone is looking at it in despair, but only Jinhyeok sees hope in this situation. I dodged the most difficult and sharp first attack. That means that we can respond sufficiently in the future. Ellis. huh. Prepare the strongest attack possible. When I send a signal, I will aim for it. You really want to try? Everyone is risking their lives, but we have to cross the single wooden bridge too. This time, well give him an unforgettable shot to his face. Okay. Ill try. Elise nodded slightly. [The unique holynce Revtion of the Gaebyeok is activated!] A red ring appeared beyond Elises back. Whoa! All the moisture around it turned into red drops of blood. Soon after, it began to turn into a thin and long skewer. The strongest blow with all mana poured into it. If its this Jinhyeok took out Kruger and his inclothes sword. From now on, its a race against time. Can you hold out for a few more seconds? That will be the key factor determining everyones survival. You have to buy time. You have to make a gap. Dark Hwang, who went to the forefront with just that thought, hit Bae Su-jin. Quaang! Aaaaaang! The 7-star power of Heukcheon Demon Huanggong made the heavens and earth shake. but. Keeeee! Kick Kick Kick! too many. no matter how deep it is Even if he used brilliant footwork and new techniques All of them faded in the face of overwhelming numbers. Kuhugh! Breathing was disrupted with a heavy shock. Dangerous. It was when I thought so. [Teresa activates her 2nd awakening skill Call of the Stars!] A dazzling meteor shower poured from the sky. A strike with the power of the starsnded on Shub Niguraths body. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! It would not be an exaggeration to say that it was a carpet bombing. A myriad of lights came together in one ce. Ill support you! Theresa channeled all her magical energy while wearing white armor. It had already been a long time since the limit had already been crossed, and even the blood had disappeared from his face. Thank you. Dark Emperor sighed and expressed his gratitude. And immediately burrowed into Shub-Niguraths main body. cooong! one step. My energyden steps scattered along the ground. cooong! Yibo (two generations). The narrowed distance is not that great. Even so, the ground that had begun to crack seemed to tell me how heavy the next step would be. thud! The third step that followed. All the spection that was felt in the dark hwangs body disappeared. I didnt make any mistakes. It wasnt even that the starter meal was over. just. All the spectionpressed to the limit permeated inside. Teresas meteor shower must have taken some damage to Shub Niguraths outer shell. This is all of this. The Dark Emperors regime crossed the air. Chapter 339 Chapter 339. Liberation (4) Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa! Stab the strongest regime. The entire ground around them was turned over, and a ray of light pierced the sky. Herb-sik, who can be called the essence of Dark Heaven Demon King, announced the end. As if a meteor shower had collided. Dust rising from the soil clouded the air. however. hmm. A heavy moan escaped from the Emperors mouth. I must have thought everything was perfect. Aww! Why? Rather, the pain felt from the fist that attacked. Is it broken The branches with numerous mouths were smashed, but the moment the fist touched the main body, everything went out of order. hard. To the extent that it cant even bepared to the one-year-old season. It never urred to me that no matter how much energy I put into it, I could break this outer shell. Human. Still, it wasnt bad for bugs. Shub Nigurath moved lightly. OK. Kwaaang! with a roar. The dark emperors body disappeared on the spot. Cuckoo Boom! Quaang! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Gagging! As the buildings shattered like toothpicks, Dark Emperors body bounced across the city. I cant even guess how far it flew. Kuk! Teresa, who saw the absurd blow, hurriedly brought up the Call of the Stars. Countless clusters of stars fell toward the ground again. Is this a female human who uses divine power? Its insignificant. Its so insignificant. Shub Nigurath looked over his head. Kick Kick! Kick kick kick! A purple magic circle appeared from the branches mouths. and that moment. Unbelievable. An earthquake shook Teresas pupils. has disappeared. The meteors evaporated from the sky as if they never existed. Only. With such a small amount of divine power. Did you try to purify me? [Shubu Niguras activates Primeval Language!] Completely different from Teresas divine power. There was a brilliant light that shuddered. This. So-called. The divine power you speak of is that. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! Ah A short sigh escaped Theresas lips. I couldnt help but despair. Because everything he had built so far was denied. at the same time. A huge beam of light hit the spot where Theresa had been standing. If you get hit as it is you can never survive. [Theresa activates Corruption!] Theresa burned her remaining magical power. The snow-white armor turned ck. The holy energy was bewitchingly polluted. You stupid Sundingi! What are you going to do if you suddenly call out against something like that! A corrupted version of Theresa screamed as she saw the light approaching right in front of her. Although there were many cases where the existing personality often called itself out when it was unreasonable. It was the first time I had ever been in such an absurd situation. Mi, Im sorry. Its okay! What more do you want from an idiot who cant even shout at a guy he likes! A bizarre scene of the same person shouting and apologizing in different voices was staged. At least, because he used corruption, all of his stats rose dramatically. If it is now, maybe I can endure it. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Theresa grabbed the sword filled with dark red energy with both hands. Goes! And cut it horizontally towards the approaching light. A sh between two mighty forces. Chii profit! The topography of the city haspletely changed just by the power of the opposite poles. Haa haa haa Theresa looked down at the ragged armor. Fortunately, they seeded in deflecting the attack, but continuing the battle was impossible. This is because all the magic power in the body has been exhausted. An overwhelming ability thatpletely shatters conventionalmon sense. This is the power of the godhead that exists on the 50th floor. As expected, even the seeds wont be eaten with anything. Jinhyeok bit his mr. I didnt expect that Master and Teresa would fall apart like this. I thought it wouldst for at least a minute If this happens, even the blow of the unique holy spear that Ellis is preparing might not work. It was a time when Jinhyeok was recalling the number of cases. Master! Its dangerous! Wolyeongs urgent shouts pierced his eardrums. Shub Niguras, looking for a new prey, was heading to where Jinhyeok was. As the massive body moved, buildings began to crumble. Wolyeong, who activated the shadow y, stood in front of Jinhyeok and spread his sword. Awesome! The swords moved in all directions and roamed the air in a dizzying manner. The concrete shards falling towards Jinhyeok were cut into small pieces. Chun Yoo-seong also drew his sword beside Jin-hyeok. Anyway, even if they usually grumble coldly, they are dependable swordsmen at times like this. Jinhyeok nced at Alice. You can see that he is concentrating with his eyes closed. A pattern unique to Ataraxia that is clearly visible above the red harpoon. It wasnt too far before it was strong enough. The more you dig in, the faster youll go. How can you dodge them all? Is that what youre talking about me? I said it because I was worried. I didnt doubt it. Dont die foolishly. I didnt train until now just to see you suffer from a guy like that. Chun Yuseong coldly clicked his tongue. Yes, yes. What is there to be afraid of when we have the mighty swordsman? Jinhyeok smiled. My lord. Ill try to get you two inside as much as possible. Wolyeong stood between the two of them with her sword in its scabbard. Keeeeeeeee! Kick Kick Kick! The madlyughing branches narrowed the distance little by little. A formidable foe that is terrifying just by looking at it. To be honest, it is an impossible monster to even scratch. But when I thought I had to dig into this from now on, a feeling of pressure oppressed my whole body. Of course, you dont have to fight and win. The priority is just to survive. If you hold out for 30 minutes the gate will close again. It means that the maximum time Shub Nigurath can stay in the present world is that much. Of course, 30 minutes was enough time for him to reduce the whole world to ashes. Wolyoung. Yes. Ill go. Wolyeong reached out with both hands and grabbed the cors of Jinhyeok and Chun Yooseong. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah Kwah! Purple magic circles appeared from numerous branches and the carpet bombing began. Quaang! Kwaaang! A crater that creates footsteps when it touches. If you even brush it, its the end. However, the very moment when the beam of light was about to swallow everyone. [Wolyeong activates her unique skill, Shadow Killer!] Shadow after shadow continued. My vision changed in an instant. The ce that appeared was in the middle of the branches. It belongs to Shub Nigurath. Master! Now! Wolyeong used her body as a pedestal to stand up. Took! fault! to maximize eleration. Jinhyeok and Chun Yuseong kicked off Wolyeongs body and sprinted forward. In less than a second, the two men who had dug quite deep swung their swords. chump chump chump! The in sword stretched out and skimmed the sides of the branches. Keeeee! Bodily fluids sttered in all directions. Flies! Immediately, Shub Nigurath reacted. There were no rules for the dozens of branchesing from the left. An encirclementwork thatpletely blocks the retreat route and the direction in which movement is possible and narrows it down. Left! Know! Jinhyuk changed the trajectory of thesers approaching from the right. Chun Yoo-seong also missed the shing from the other side. bang! Tata Tata Tang! The swords moved freely, and the bullets from the Kruger blew holes in the joints of the branches. pounding! pounding! pounding! My heart is beating fast like crazy. The senses of the whole body be sharp as if they are being burned. Correspondingly, the ceremony of the memorial sword became more sophisticated. one sword. Lee sword. and three swords. The two swords merged into one, feeling each others breathing more and more. [Battlefield selection.] An image that has already been together many times. A state that only the strongest yers can reach. this. It is a new world that has been changed. [The world of the yers] No, I believed that it had changed. Wooduk! Quadduk! A crack urred in the world of images that appeared. Inside the fragments that crumble like ss. Its a funny prank. I saw the figure of Shub Nigurath. This time, the very existence of battlefield selection was denied. Just like Teresa, Shub Nigurath activated the ability to materialize images. Not yet, yet. Jinhyuk used the second card he had prepared without hesitation. The unique ability Ancient Barrier and various runes came to mind dizzyingly. zodiac zodiac. It is the strongest ability of the barrier that has dealt with many strong people so far. Whoa! [The zodiacal sign Aquarius is open!] The stars formed a constetion in the sky. Aquarius, who is in charge of optical illusions and hallucinations, was in charge of the realm of illusory magic that works on the five senses. however. Didnt I tell you? No matter how hard you struggle. Its useless. Even that star lost its light. The sky began to turn ck like pitch ck. The choice of battlefield. Even the zodiac, the highest barrier, did not work. In the first ce, in front of Shub Niguras, these abilities were only leftovers. Right away . At that time, Ready! Elise shouted. The special move she had been preparing while continuously gathering magic power. The fully formed red harpoon flew through the air as if it had been waiting for it. Fahah! Eleven sonic booms urred and the clouds split. A surprise attack using the gap where all eyes were focused on Jinhyeok and Chun Yooseong . [Shub Niguras activates Primeval Time!] Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwaa! A ck fever broke out, and everything it touched with the smoke lost its life. Elis unique voice was no exception. The harpoon became more and more The y ends here, mortals. Everything bes nothing. The burned city center and the piles of dead bodies. There is no way to stop it. There is no way to resist it . KangJinhyuk. Master! Chun Yuseong and Wolyeongs voices faded. Ah Elise also let out a sigh filled with despair and fear. Thats how. One worldes to an end. Its boring, Shub Nigurath muttered in a voice that had lost interest. The scene turned into a mess . There were no more creatures to kill. But . !? In the face of the god of . for the first time a change urred. how? Chapter 340 Episode 340. Auction House of the Gods (1) You bastard. A low voice came from Shub Niguraths mouth. It had to be. Of course, the object that should have died was alive and breathing. Besides, the rest of the humans he thought he had killed a while ago had disappeared like smoke. It was really close. Jinhyuk smiled brightly. The wounded body was back intact as if it had never been. at the same time. Quadduk! Awesome! The world around him began to crumble. Fragments that split like a tortoise shell. This ce is not real. At least, it wasnt real until just now. You created an image world? Shub-Nigurath looked around in disbelief. Its not at the level of taking parts and copying them. At all. This world itself was copied as it is. Around the seven gates that came out. Everything. You what the hell. how. Is it possible to create a world of this level? It is an incredibly boratendscape. To the point of fooling myself who controls all the worlds . There were so many things to prepare. Through the Soul Stone of Longing received from the senior manager Vendivia, he raised the potential for barrier abilities to the maximum. He broke the yellow moonstone into 4 pieces and set up bases in the 4 most magical ces on Earth. I built it. Russias Siberia. Bolivias salt desert. Americas Grand Canyon. Egypts capital Cairo. It took a long time, but the effort was definitely worth it. In fact, Ivepleted a confrontation system that can fool Shub Niguras. Its nonsense. If there is a sense of incongruity in the surrounding magic power. I. You should have noticed. Thats right. An ancient being who is sensitive to magical reactions cannot miss such a thing. So I prepared an appropriate device. I didnt activate this barrier. I just prepared the bottom. I left it to someone I trust to actually activate it. Right then. -Oppa. I did everything you were told to do. -Hyung. Its really amazing! The damage is much less than we thought. A status window appeared. Handing over the main ingredients to the two of them, they made them master all the processes to activate the barrier. Continued over several days. The annoyance in the voice hasnt changed, but the voice is interesting. Its a matter of course. Isnt he the one who always yed games with a fixed ending? It was a life that was only a side bridge for the sake of others. However, that proposition is shaking. From this moment on, No matter how great of a god you are, I thought there was at least one loophole. The realization of images is not perfect either. Especially if it is in a state that is restricted by the system. Zodiac sign Aquarius is an illusion-type ability. However, this ability has a hidden secret. When activated together with the two opposite attribute abilities, it can cause an illusion of absolute judgment. Masters ck Sky Demon King and Teresas Call of the Stars. Due to the two abilities, they very subtly intervened in Shub Niguras senses . It is not possible to deal with unexpected variables. Well, thanks to that, I was able to pass the time well. Like, my ability. that you know you say it like Even though this is the first time you and I meet. I was lucky . He started going back to the floor. Stupid manager. I told you to be careful of one human being. It wasntpletely nonsense. I remembered Hastings head bowing at the question of whether I should care about minor things . I could tell if it was. A human who had existed since time immemorial and made fun of himself. He had never met such a bold and smirk. Thats why Shub Niguras finally opened his mouth. You bastard. To the denizens of the stupid tower. dont get hit Come up. To where you are. To the ce where you can reach the top of the tower. Reach. In order to re-win the match you couldnt win this time. I ll be waiting there Ill be waiting for you. Partsu! Niguras bodypletely turned to dust and scattered. Finally , he survived the worst threat. Whoa, Jinhyeok let out a long sigh of relief. At the same time, the existence of the 50th floor retreated. I am.] [You have aplished an amazing achievement!] [This work will be listed in the Hall of Fame tomorrow.] [Many deities in the upper echelons of the tower express their deep interest in your existence.] [The giant powers are in full swing . It starts moving.] A number of status windows appeared in session. Of course. [You have aplished the hidden quest.] [You will be given a reward for seeding in the impossible task.] [The fourth perk for those who conquered the tower for the first time has been unlocked.] The reward was also given enthusiastically. This is really jackpot? Jin-hyeoks lips twitched. At this time when he was exhausted both physically and mentally from running recklessly from Moorim. As if it was raining in a drought. It felt like all the fatigue was disappearing. It was inevitable. The rewards that areing out now far exceed expectations. [The level has risen!] [The level has risen!] [The level has risen!] [The level has risen!] [ The level has risen !] [The level has risen ] You have acquired an admission ticket to the Auction House. You will have the highest bid in the auction.] [You have obtained Lucky Random Box (Purple)] [ You have acquired 5000000 Coins!] A whopping 18 levels, this level with one raid at a 3-digit level It doesnt make sense that this rise. Besides, the ticket to enter the auction house of the gods was also a reward that could never be obtained at this point. Other people are struggling to get rare items from the coin exchange. I can monopolize the opportunity in apletely different dimension. My heart was beating pleasantly. Like a child who received several presents at once. I was wondering which one to deal with first. But first Jinhyeok activated his personal status window. Name: Jinhyeok Kang Gender: Male Age: 28 Level: 144 Strength 109 Agility 67 Stamina 67 Magical Power 372 Gap 100 Luck 10 Adaptive 78 Spirit 101.38 Possessed Stat Points: 54 Owned Coins : 16743550 upation: Ruler of Runes Unique abilities: Fusion Grave of Swords Blessing of the Stars Judgment of Anubis Blood Magic Mand 1 Super Invincible Thousand Poison White Beast All Worlds Sanctuary of the Sun Dark Heaven Devil Triple Magic Colossus Strike Fire Dragon Breath High Speed Sword Right Arm of Tombgrave Berserker Realm of Wind Shadow yer Blood st ck Tears Tombgraves Bridge Strong Power Nuclear Corps Ancient Barrier Heavenly Devil Mentra Taming Nihilism Skills: Too many skills have been switched to Disabled status . You have reached level 144. This is a high-ranking level even among residents . If you add up, your actual level will be much higher than this. Because the regr stats, which didnt go up well, rose explosively thanks to this fight. [ Magic power increases from 372 402!] [Agility increases from 67 to 91!] The investment was in horsepower and agility. Magic is the most consuming stat. Agility was a stat that boasted excellent efficiency in dealing with arge number of enemies moving at high speed . With this, the stats were neatly organized. Next Jinhyeoks gaze moved to the golden parchment in his hand. It is the ticket to enter the Gods Auction House. There is still time for the association staff and the rest of the yers toe this far. There must be. Indeed. What kind of things are being traded? Jin-hyeok tore the ticket to enter the Auction House of the Gods. Woo woo woo! The surrounding scenery haspletely changed with the bright light. The Greek temple A majestic building reminiscent of it. Soft clouds floated around it. Theke under the bright moonlight and birds with four wings caught my eye. It is a dreamy and beautiful ce, as if I really came to the dwelling ce of the gods. Right then. A white fairy appeared, a humanoid with tiny wings and a cute appearance resembling Tinkerbell in a fairy tale . This is the first time a human has visited our auction house! omg! Are you a yer too? oh god ah! My name is Cetilda. Isnt the name pretty? Hehehe. As usual, the angels came here today and had a lot of conversations. If nothing else, I can tell you that they are talkative. I can understand that they are easy to ask for information because they are light-mouthed. My name is Kang Jin-hyeok. Yes. Jin Hyuk! I sincerely wee you. Is there anything you are looking for? I can say it with my own mouth, but we dont have anything. Im here for the first time today, so rather than looking for something in particr I want to take a look at what this ce is like. Ah! You did. Please feel free to look after me and call me anytime if you need anything. Setilda flew around, smiling brightly. Truly, in many ways, she is a crazy fairy. Even if she looks like that, she is a mid-level manager on the same level as Rick. After breaking up with Setilda , Jinhyeok went straight into the auction house. Hear! ss tubes were visible between the torches hanging on both sides. These are the auction items that were submitted for this round. [The Root of Yggdrasil] Difficulty of acquisition: Unmeasurable Details: ???? Auction starting price: 12585000000 [Pandoras Box] Difficulty to obtain: Unmeasurable Description: ???? Starting price: 33210000000 It is not possible to check the details even with Eye of Gluttony, which means that the items being traded here are non-standard types. Ill need some luck to make good use of the first bid. No matter how much the right to finalize. If the items in this round are not good, the hidden card that I got a long time ago will fade. It was when I was thinking about that. Kuung! Suddenly, the ground I was standing on shook violently. Kung! Kung! !Thump! Someone ising, and a being with tremendous magical power. Chapter 341 Episode 341. Auction House of the Gods (2) Kung! thud! thud! The sound of footsteps gradually grew louder. There was a roar that seemed to shake the entire auction house. The one who showed up soon after was a man with a body of up to 5m. A bursting muscr frame and a half-naked body. The feeling of intimidation emanating from the shaggy beard oppresses the whole body. theres no way you wouldnt know How could I not know? A great hero called the strongest warrior in Greek mythology. At most, I thought I would send my minions to proceed with the proxy auction Apparently, the edition of this auction is more amazing than expected. Thats enough for a giant like this toe here. thud! My footsteps stopped. Ha ha! I finally met you. I was dubious when the one-eyed hags told me that they woulde here, but it was worthing to this stupid ce. Finally, Hercules, standing in front of Jinhyeok, burst intoughter. Are you saying you came all the way here to see me? Thats right. I dont believe in prophecies, but I do believe in what I have seen with my own two eyes. Hercules raised his finger and pointed at Jinhyeok. Getting a shot at the guy on the 50th floor was pretty cool to watch. To be honest, I never imagined Id survive that way. The introduction is finished. The main idea came out. I already know that the toothless Nordics approached. I dont know what they suggested, but they are a sunken ship. Loki and Thor. The contact between the two deities and this side seems to have already reached the Greek side. Well, if you are second in information, there is Hermes to be sad about. Are you saying it would be a loss if we were together? Thats what I mean. If youre going to climb the tower, wouldnt it be good for you to be with a strong force? After Odin, the supreme deity of Norse, lost his crown, the influence of the Norse deities fell to the ground. In fact, the Greek gods were openly encroaching on Odins realm. It was also an open secret that severalrge and small battles took ce. Certainly, it is a force that has its own charm. If I make a choice, I will reliably fulfill my role as a backup. At least when ites to attacking thete 30th and early 40th floors of the tower, it must boast excellent efficiency. But why? Jinhyeok hastily refused to ept the others offer. Because there was a reason I should never have had anything to do with Greece. Theyre more insidious than the devils. Tosa Gupaeng. It was the iron rule of the Greek gods to dispose of hounds after hunting. I had memories of going through hardships in the past because I didnt know that, so I didnt want to repeat that mistake this time. Hmm. Its too important to do right now. Ill take my time and think about it slowly. Sorry, but I have to listen to the answer now. Im the kind of person who needs what I want right away. Then, unfortunately, I have to refuse. Hercules eyebrows curled in reverse at Jinhyeoks expression. Are you serious about that? I came here purely to enjoy the auction today. I have no desire to choose a faction to be with. Jinhyeok put his hands together politely as if he was really sorry. Its normal for you to get out of here on your own. of course. In normal cases, thats just what it means. Thats thats unfortunate. The option of refusal did not exist for Dae-Hero, who did not measure back and forth. Whoops! Variables that may be annoying enemies should be trampled on from the cotyledon. That was Hercules criterion for dividing friend and foe. The fist crossed with great speed. A blow full of life. Dangerous. The moment he thought so, Jinhyeok also built a body that can react to the opponent. [Trait ability Tombgraves right arm is activated!] Apletely changed right arm. The fist flying towards the face and the arm outstretched to defend it collided head-on. Wow! A huge shockwave rang out. Hoo? Hercules pupils visibly moved. Its a face that couldnt even imagine that a human would block his attack. However, Jin-hyeok was also embarrassed. Ive gotten really strong. To withstand the blow of Hercules even for a moment. I was astonished even myself. It was because it was unimaginable to face the Godheads less than two years after the Tower of Trials appeared. [Gap stats are activated to the maximum!] Kuku kuk kuku! The sight of a much smaller hand gripping a huge fist was grotesque. However, it was only for a moment. pushed At least not yet A head-to-head match with a high-ranking deity was impossible. The umted fatigue from the battle with Shub Nigurath also yed a part. Jinhyeok gently bit his mrs. A few seconds at most. Enduring that is the limit. Is your thought that you will note under us still unchanged? Ill say it again, but I dont hang out with unlucky guys. Above all, I have no interest in being under anyone. Is that so? Quite short for a will. A thick tendon popped out of Hercules arm. But just then Hwaaak! A faint green gas was scattered. Aagh! A scream of pain erupted from Hercules mouth. His hurried backward step did not match his size at all. You damn bastard! How dare you, spray poison on me!? A uniquebination of Thousand Poison and ck Tears. Poison was the only trauma Hercules had. Dont you know that clingy men arent attractive? Im going to tear you apart and kill you! Hercules let out a roar filled with rage. Quadruped! I wondered if the ground made of marble cracked like a tortoises shell Kwah! Soon, the body bounced off like a bullet. No, I was trying to get out. Someone grabbed Hercules by the wrist before his feet were off the ground. How dare you stop me! What kind of guy are you? A person whose name is said to be one of the greatest gods in Greece Did he lose his sanity after being beaten by a yer? you!? Hercules stopped moving. No matter how wild he is, he was a great hero, but this time he had no choice but to give up. Because the opponent was also the strongest deity that epassed a myth. Jinhyeok, who was preparing to fight, was also staring at the newly appeared opponent. Another giant appeared. Did the forces holding the crown also attend the auction? He once held the crown in the Demon Realm, but has now been taken away. And that target Its because of the existence in front of my eyes. The word sacred ismonly used, but I wonder if there is anything else that goes well with it. Agents who carry out and execute Gods will. One of the powerful deities in itself stood in front of Jinhyeok. Hello. yer Kang Jin-hyuk. Ive been wanting to meet you for a long time, and I can finally see you. The beautiful woman smiled. Long blonde hair tied to one side. Her body was thin as if it were about to break, but the flow of mana was hard to fathom. Archangel Gabriel. He is one of the four great angels and a member of the giant power Eden that controls the 44th floor of the Tower of Trials. Of course, quite a few boss monsters were also beings with the power to put them to sleep with a single blow. I came here to see if anyone didnt know that the main auction was canceled today, and Im d I was able to prevent a terrible incident thanks to you. Today there wont be an auction. What do you mean? Didnt the nymph Cetilda or something outside say that? Hercules asked immediately. The small and medium-sized auction attended by the delegates of the deities will proceed as scheduled. but. The main auction has been pushed back two days because one of the new listings is so precious. Could it be that that ising out? Yes. So, Hercules-nim, dont lose your strength for nothing and go back and collect enough money. We dont want an auction that ends too futilely. Gabriel smiled brightly. And he opened his mouth to Jinhyeok. yer Jinhyeok Kang will see you again in two days. At that time, you will probably be able to meet many gods and powers and choose a faction under good conditions. Of course, I want you to know that Eden is also interested. As always, be courteous with a pleasant smile. Perhaps this is a basic characteristic of angels. two dayster. It looks like some pretty interesting things are going to happen. I had a rough idea of what the auction would be like. Okay. Ill have to go back at this point for today. Jinhyuk nodded. [With waves ofmemoration continuing around the world] [Presidents and guilds of each country are known to have personally conveyed their gratitude to yer Kang Jin-hyeok, the biggest contributor to this work.] [ This is breaking news that the Goinmul Corporation, with yer Kang Jin-hyeok as its master, has been included in the worlds eighthrgest guild!] Articles pouring in heated up the media and the Inte every day. There had been several horrific Outbreaks before, but never as desperate as this one. Ohhh. Thats quite good. But, why isnt there any talk about Jim? Elise asked with her eyes twinkling. Hmm. There is, but most of the posts are from strange fan clubs. How. Shall I show you some of these? At first nce, it seems that there are many things that harm the dignity of vampires. Still, wouldnt that be better than indifference? Its done, its done! Jim will enjoy a hobby worthy of Jims noble dignity. A hobby? Do you know how to do something other than eating and sleeping? Ahem. Dont be surprised after seeing it. Humans do it a lot too. Hmm. Its very suspicious Jinhyeok went into Alices room with a suspicious face. Fake cobwebs and skeletons. A room lit by eerie candles came into view. Anyway, the taste is amazing. I was watching a movie. Ellis pointed to the video on the tablet. Umm, is this? Its a movie you know. Twilight. It is a masterpiece of fantasy-style romance featuring vampires and werewolves. Hey. Do you see something like this too? Yes. But, the more I watch this movie, the worse I feel. huh? no its sweet cool or Its normal to have that kind of feeling, but why did the feeling of being in a bad moode out all of a sudden? The reason soon became clear. To dare, werewolves and the like to attack a noble race. When I was the head of the family, I never dared to imagine! What the hell did the head of the house over there do to leave the situation unattended until this happened! Alice hit the table with her small fist as if indignant. You were stupid to expect a normal reaction from this stupid vampire. Stop talking about things that dont even empathize with you and get ready to go out. Are you going out? Youve got time to rest, but are you going to be stuck at home all day? There are two days until the auction house reopens. Going to the 19th floor will happen after that. So until then. I intend to release the umted fatigue to my hearts content. Ohhhh! Of course Ill go No. Well, if the contractor earnestly begs me to go with them, theres nothing I cant do. Noble races dont easily refuse when asked. Ellis jumped out of bed and tried to get up, trying to control her expression. Chapter 342 Episode 342. The nameless ruins on the border of the 40th floor of the 2nd Goinmul Corporation shareholders meeting . A few shadows gathered in this ce overcast with dark clouds. Hastings, the senior manager, Exension, the head of Ataraxia, and a woman with red hair. three like this Damn it! How the hell did this happen? Hastings whole body trembled as he couldnt ovee his anger. The tightly clenched fist seemed like it would destroy everything at any moment. The power he possessed was stronger than I thought. If I had joined him, I might have lost my life too. Exension opened his mouth heavily. Nietzsche, who possesses nihilism, as well as the devil, the deity of the demon realm, were no match for him. Even with the help of Exension, it was impossible to turn the tide of battle. Didnt Jinhyuk even send Shub Nigurath back to the original stairs? It should be seen as a monster at least three steps above existing expectations. Right then. How great is he that everyone is moaning like that? The woman who had been silent opened her mouth. A little girl with short bobbed hair. However, it would be foolish to guess her age simply from her appearance. red dragon. Tamia. It is one of the ancient dragons that inherited the blood of the most powerful red dragon among dragons. Hes a human who tries to get in the way of what Im trying to do. Hes taken over even the damn guy from Bendivia, so all his efforts have been in vain. Hehe. If its Vendivia, isnt that the manager of the Dark Elves? I remember that she was very picky, but to think that she likes it. Its really amazing, I guess. Tamia let out a small exmation. Until now, human beings had been merely toys to be trampled to death or burned at will. It was because they were weak humans who turned to ashes with just one gesture of their hand. however. A yer named Kang Jin-hyeok began to develop curiosity little by little. It was an unusual thing for a red dragon that had no mate. Its just a nuisance. More than that Do you think the Bur will readily ept the offer? Well. The dragons are so selfish that its not easy to gather them all in one ce, but if you prepare a lot of gold and treasure, youll be able to seduce them somehow. If its like that, dont worry. I can procure any amount of gold and silver treasure. And dont forget what you promised to give me. I know. Hastings nodded. The gold dragon, who is currently in charge of the load, is an ancient-ss old dragon who has lived for over 2,000 years. Because of his good character and wisdom, he has been favored by many dragons and has already held the position for over 100 years. But Tamia only lived for a long time. He didnt like being in the position of an old dragon with less skill than himself. finished then Hastings came over and scratched the itch. Kill the lesser dragon. let her go up there If the stage is properly set up, the rod can be reced with a justification. So. What can I do for you? We will take care of three ces. Tamia-sama will lead the Bur and get rid of one of the most annoying ces. The body of giants where Jinhyeoks base is located. forest of elves. Ake inhabited by the Frostde tribe. The psychiatric ward that Andrea is in charge of. Anyone who has a rtionship with Jinhyeok knows it. No matter how great the monster is, it wont be able to protect all of them. Arge-scale invasion led by powerful dragons. Having a lot of ces to protect also meant that I would have to face a situation where I had no choice but to give up one ce. And if you make a mistake even once among the numerous tactics and strategies then you will be able to destroy the things Jinhyeok values. I will definitely stop seeing the top of the tower. Hastings started preparing another move. all this. To keep the tower in bnce. In order not to repeat the nightmare that the bnce of the tower was broken A long-awaited peaceful break. [In front of exit 1 of Gangnam Station until 2:00 pm tomorrow. Survival cannot be guaranteed if you arete.] The 2nd General Meeting of Shareholders of Goinmul Corporation was held with a warm invitation message. It was to promote friendship among employees after a long time and to create a friendly atmosphere in thepany. The biggest reason was to find out the reactionary molecules who had other thoughts while they were away. however. The general meeting of shareholders, which was supposed to be bloody, was canceled surprisingly easily. Jim came out to y, but I dont want to spend time in a formal meeting! Due to Ellis strong insistence, the meeting venue was changed. The condition was that it should include elements that everyone can enjoy while going to ces they have never been before. The ce that was decided like that was the PC room. Recently, it has been pushed back by VR-only game rooms, but it is still a popr ce for many people. Alice looked around curiously. Ohhh. Ive heard of Jim several times. Is this the ce where young humans change their lives? Well, there are some people who are locked up all day. At its peak, there were people who stayed for more than a month. It was not umon for them to be kicked out because the smell was so strong. Its the first time Ive been to a ce like this. Youre busy with overdue studies when youre resting. Did you call me just to go to a ce like this? Teresa and Chun Yoo-seong also helped each other a word. Isnt this kind of a bad thing for a change of mood from time to time? Damn. I like going to the movies or taking pictures of the birds as a diversion. Tsk tsk. So, isnt that why my skills arent improving? I would have gotten much stronger if I just yed games like crazy during rest. What, what? Chun Youseong reflexively stretched his hand to his waist. Then, realizing that there was no sword, he bit his mrs. Hey. Dont be too hot. If you cant admit it, would you like to make a bet here? Choose. Ill prove that Im better than you no matter what game you y. Chun Yoo-seong, who said he would not y games even if he died, snapped at the bait. I have to ask this guy to pay all the membership fees for todays shareholders meeting. It was then. Thank you. I was held by that old man by the ropes of my life, but now I think I can live without trembling in anxiety. Melena, who was walking beside her, opened her mouth hesitantly. The horse was the Mine Association. It was a point organization thoroughly controlled by Nietzsche. Thats why I didnt know when it would be used as a chess horse and thrown away or die without remorse. However, I was finally freed from that long fear. We also wanted to say our thanks. If it hadnt been for you from Gapcheon, we would have all buried our bones. Thats right. Thanks to you, I was able to live. If you need anything in the future, please let me know. If its rted to summons, I can be of some help. Min Jeong-woo and Lee Yu-ri also sent greetings that they hadnt been able to do before. how to say It doesnt feel too bad. I was forced to join thepany because I was entangled in this and that, but a strange bond is forming while working together. Alice, who had settled down, immediately demanded that we order something to eat. He must have heard somewhere that the food in the PC room is as delicious as any other restaurant. Homemade hamburger fries set, chicken mayo rice bowl, jjapagetti topped with cheese and fried eggs. Coca-C with lots of ice. Red velvet cheesecake for dessert! Yes, prepare it like this. Alice handed the part-time worker a piece of gold the size of her thumb nail. That guest Huh? Huh? At first, the part-timer tried to argue with me as if I was joking. After biting it lightly with his teeth, his expression changed 180 degrees. it is real gold Its also pretty heavy. Thanks to that, in less than 3 minutes, a table was filled with gorgeous dishes. It was a bonus that the PC room was chartered when a few gold was added. The inside is empty except for the members of the deceased person corporation. Ohhh. Its delicious. I want to have it as Jims personal chef. No, buying this ce and visiting it often is a way. While Alice was munching on food like a hamster, Jinhyeok chose a game to y with. The game was LOL (Legends of Legends), which has been the most popr for several years already. First of all, Ill tell you how to operate it. Take a good look. This is the direction key and the ultimate is Okay. Theres no need to tell a genius like Jim all of that. Elise snorted lightly. [The strongest pure blood in the universe chose the champion.] dimir. Alice chose the blood lord as if it were natural. Ill do it with interest. Compared to Jim, hes slightly less dignified, but hes a vampire with plenty and lofty white hair and fangs. Yes, yes. No matter. I guess so. Then, Ill do it with this one. [Colonel Teemo chose the champion.] Jinhyeok chose Teemo, who mainly uses poisonous mushrooms. The dainty roon brought poison needles and mushrooms. Ill show you clearly. What is the difference in rank! This is the great vampire [First Blood! Colonel Teemo is going crazy!] Elises champion struggled and died. Whoa, originally I was thinking of giving you a handicap. This time! Puffup! Perong! Mushrooms dyed the entire screen purple. [Double kill!] [ Col. Elise screamed while holding onto the monitor. As if you ate poisonous mushrooms yourself. Desperate screams filled the interior of the PC room. OK. This time, Chun Yoo-seong stepped in. Finally, I canpete with you. Its not easy in real life, but its different in games. It was because there was a time when I frantically searched for game videos to analyze Jinhyeok. What style do you y? where to go in minutes. What are your favorite items? It was stitched together. [Desperate Life Instant Mortal Life chose Yasuo.] On this sword. bet everything money to us! Chun Yoo-seong grabbed the keyboard and mouse with the most serious face in the world. and after a few minutes Aaaaaagh! Why. Why. Even this doesnt work! My calctions were perfect. My analysis was perfect! You pretentious samurai bastard! One more person was added who cried while holding on to the monitor. Hehe. As expected, our master is really good. Yeah! Even pro gamers cant do it for their owners. What are you doing? Arent you pping your hands quickly? If the owner is absent-minded, he kills them Not just. Theyre cheering for us because they really like us. Me. Im hitting hard. Look look. Your palms are on fire. Mooogi! Spirit Soo and Sweet Potato enthusiastically cheered from behind. This shareholders meeting is also a great sess. Jinhyeok smiled with a satisfied smile. Seeing everyone having fun, I think it would be nice to y together again next time. Just like that, the day off has passed. There are only 24 hours left until the auction house opens. Chapter 343 Episode 343. The great power of the upper ss (1) A day that passed by in an instant. After spending time in the PC room, Jinhyeok and the members of the Goinmul Corporation relieved their fatigue by visiting various ces. and the next day. Well just do it this far. See youter. Min Jeong-woo and Lee Yu-ri, busy with personal schedules, left first. Oppa. See you next time. Well be growing hard too. Hyung. We have additional information about the unexploredbyrinth, soe with us next time. Lee Tae-min and Yoo Yeon-hwa also said goodbye as if they were sorry because they had a schedule to attack thebyrinth. I have unfinished business Its important, but Ill report back when its done. Lastly, Melena suddenly disappeared, saying that she had something to deal with with the remaining Mine Remnants. Membership reduced by almost half. After the shareholders meeting there, each of us should have rested. It was a mistake. Jinhyuk sighed softly. The schedule for the second day was to y baseball together. Teresa, who usually liked watching baseball, carefully listened to her opinion. Everyone dly epted the offer. As a result. Hell has begun. One side was a teamposed of Teresa, Jinhyeok, Wolyeong, and Spirit Sue. The other side was a teamposed of Alice, Andrea, the Ancient Soldier, and T-Bone. [185th round score 0:0] The game has already been enforced for 7 hours. Most of the cases took less than 2 minutes for each episode, but since there were so many people with crazy specs, the result was like this. To be precise, it was because Teresa, who was so pure, changed her personality 180 degrees when she entered the game. Jinhyeok Yes? That ball just now. Couldnt Jinhyeok hit it? A tingling sensation that touches the skin. The atmosphere cools down. Teresa, who had already halfway corrupted, had a holy image and a decadent image at the same time. shit. Look at that dark red aura rising from the baseball bat. It is poised to cut down the entire baseball field. Besides, the problem is Annoying. I never lose. His opponent, Alice, also hated losing more than dying. I agree. Id rather bite my tongue and die than lose to him. Chun Yoo-seong was also a guy whose desire topete was beyond imagination. Thanks to that, a never-ending M?bius strip-like game was in progress. fault! [Wol-Young activates her unique skill, Shadow Killer!] I wondered if Wol-Youngs shadow on 1st base was getting blurry. In an instant, he reached right in front of second base. But just then. [Cheon Yoo-seong activates Lv19 Death Soul Sword!] Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! A long line appeared on the floor of the baseball field. No way. It was a check that felt a strong will to cut it down if it moved any further. Sheesh! When Wolyeong clicked her tongue and went back to where she was, Ellis, who was in charge of pitching, twisted the corners of her mouth subtly. Woo woo woo! As the red energy condensed into one, the ball shook violently. It was a phenomenon in which mana gathered to the limit due to the Blood Road. Ill put an end to it this time. I see my little boy doesnt know the rules of baseball. Youre the defense and were the offense. If its over, the offense has to score before its over. Hey, maybe you dont know the rules of baseball. And youre a kid? That, that. Did you just say that to me? Oh my. Did I make a mistake? But, even if you look at cooking and cooking, youre a kid. What should I do? Aaaaaaagh! Im going to kill you. You stupid saint! Ellis got into position to throw the baseball. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Sonic booms urred one after another and the ground began to dig deep. dead ball. It is often aimed at hitting the batter. But if you really hit that ball here, it could literally be a dead ball. Not at the level of instant death, but at the level of disappearing without a trace. It will taste good. Roaring! Wild mes shot up along Theresas baseball bat. I couldnt even imagine how delicate control would be required for the mana, a mixture of half divine power and half corrupted energy. Swoop. the ball is gone After that, even the wind disappeared. What followed was Kwaaaaaang! It was a roar that seemed to destroy the entire baseball field. The bounced ball soared high into the sky. A white dot that slowly falls while drawing a parabolic curve. Catch that right now! The balls going that way. Yes. Just leave it to me. Everyone be quiet. My head hurts. Dalgrak. If you dont want to be bone soup, everyone, get your head straight. The spirit beasts and ancient soldiers moved busily. In the sky, a hooded crane holding a yeouiju. In case there was any damage to the outside, they were fully prepared. Sweet Potato was watching the whole thing on the bench while fumbling with magic stones. Boooooong! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Unique abilities and skills abound. In a battlefield that almost resembles a real battle. Jinhyuk nodded with a face that put everything down. Theres no shit like this. It might be better to fight Shubnigurath again. If theres one thing that isnt bad though Jinhyeoks eyes nced at his cell phone. Viewtube live broadcast. You cant get coins, but its a means to do your part to increase personal sponsorship and the number of subscribers. Jinhyeok started to gather viewers by opening a live broadcast right after the baseball game started. And of course the response was explosive. -golgol: wow. is this a real story? It is a game that will make your heart grow. -Maison Hwang: The battle video of the rankers was childs y. -Moon Yoo-chan: Ive seen a lot of videos of boss battles,byrinths, and ruins, but I dont think Ive seen anything more thrilling and splendid than this. -cry: No, its not even murder baseball. What the hell is that lol C Anonymous: But the real members are solid. Its not just that there are heroes who saved humanity. -Just: But am I the only one who finds it strange that heroes risk their lives for something like that? huh? Someone give me a reasonable critique. My eyes are dizzy from the endless chat window. At least the value of thepany name will definitely go up. Due to the incorporation of the worlds eighth guild, stock prices are skyrocketing. If these promotional videos are added, the effect will shine even more. When it was calcted that far, Jinhyeok didnt look so bad at this war-like baseball field. This is how it happened. I really hope they destroy the baseball field itself. As the number of injured continues, the publics interest will grow even hotter. The sweet two days of holiday are all over. When the promised date arrived, Jinhyeok activated the gate to the auction house once again. Whoa! with a bright light. The same thing happened when the ticket was ripped for the first time. Whoa. Jinhyuk sighed slightly. I ran the simtion several times in my head, but I still needed to check the variables once again. No matter what anyone says, there will be arge number of deities covering the upper floors of the tower at this auction. Of course, the n must be perfect to extract the maximum benefit from them. Right then. Oh my God. Youre here again. A small fairy appeared in front of Jinhyeok. This is the guide I met two days ago. Hello. Her name was probably Setilda, right? Yes yes yes! Wow. Its an honor that you remember my name. Wasnt there anything you liked the other day? Seeing youe back like this. Oh. Wait. Wait a minute. Lets see. Oh here we go! This is about todays auction. This is the schedule. This time, I rmend the B-3 auction hosted by Rick, the middle manager. Look at the hot new items on the 20th floor of the tower The words still pouring in like rapid fire hit my eardrum . No, thats fine, but this time Im going to participate in a special auction hosted by the gods. Ah. Thats Setilda blurted out, as if troubled. Why. Is something wrong? No. Its not like that, but Auctions attended by deities are very expensive. Besides, you need enough magic stones to buy a decent castle with just the entrance fee, or something equivalent. In short, it is a ce where it is difficult to attend even with a decent amount of money. Dont worry. I didnte without such preparation. Jinhyeok took out a fairly thick yeouiju. The Hooded Cranes brought one of the newly made Yeouiju, which they had cherished so far. I thought of the image of the blue dragon that still had tears in my eyes and said that it wasnt enough but the feeling of sorry was only for a moment. From here on, I know how to get there. You dont have to guide me any further. Yes. Then, have a good auction! Setilda greeted him brightly as always. Jeopardy. A little further inside, a corridor lined with ornate marble columns caught my eye. At the same time, magical powers that were different from those at the entrance appeared. I see Jinhyeoks lips twisted subtly. A being with the strongest power in the tower. Each of them are absolutes who rule a myth and the world. Just by facing him, I could feel the pressure pressing down on my whole body. Northern Europe and Greece Did theye from the spirit realm and the demon realm? The powerful forces that were difficult to see even when climbing the tower in the past gathered together. As if to say how important this auction is. Right then. Oh my goodness. A beautiful woman with long blonde hair tied to one side approached. It is the archangel Gabriel belonging to Eden. Next to him was a sturdy male angel who seemed to be an escort. Seeing as I cant remember his face, I dont think hes an angel in an important position Youvee as expected. Gabriel was the first to speak. Because this kind of ce doesnte very often. Well, until now I havent had many chances to meet the deities. Gabriel nodded his head in understanding. but. That too, but the main purpose is to see the apostles who signed a contract with the gods rather than the gods who are too high. !? At Jinhyeoks words, Gabriels pupils slightly dted. The male angel next to him also flinched and clenched his fist. Where else did you hear that information? The yers have not yet been chosen by the gods, but its a different story for the residents. The gods will also need agents that span the floors in order to exert influence on the floors below. Also, I thought that if the great powers of the upper echelons wanted to show off themselves, of course they would have brought their apostles as well. Just as those chosen by the demon world are called ck apostles. They have titles. And among them, there will be rankers picked and picked among the residents. In the future, rivals who will climb the upper floors of the tower together and fight . Did you even think about that? Its really fun. fun. Normally, the yers would be busy boasting about being in a ce like this for the first time. Gabriel smiled strangely, as if he liked him even more. As I said before, Eden is interested in yer Kang Jin-hyeok. If I can ept someone like you as an apostle, Ill be much more reassured. In that sense, Well make an offer first. A great power made the first offer. With conditions that were hard to refuse. Senior manager. Ill give you information about Hastings, even what he has ns for the future. Chapter 344 Episode 344. The Great Power of the Upper Level (2) Information about Hastings. Jinhyuk bit his lip gently at the unexpectedly great subject. One of the cards I really wanted to get my hands on came out. Because he was so shrouded in a veil, it was difficult to know his n in the past, but now he can confirm it. Just to hear the story, join Eden . It is definitely a ce with many advantages over other options. The members are also strong and above all, they are superficial with the demon world, so we were able to create various variables in the future. But before making a choice. Tring! [Lv15 Eye of Gluttony is activated!] Jinhyeoks eyes prated the opponent. however. [The archangels protection is activated!] As if waiting, a golden mist appeared. Kuk! cold and Intense pain rose in Jinhyuks eyes. It felt like it was being pierced from the top of my head to my spinal cord. Whoops. Its against thew to look behind the curtain. We also have some understanding of the skill type that yer Kang Jin-hyeok possesses. Gabriel smiled brightly. I knew it. It is not easy to obtain information through the eyes in front of a higher deity. Of course, even if that wasnt the case, there was a way to find out what the other person wanted. Okay. Ill stop messing around here. Does that mean youll ept our offer? Thats not it. Jinhyuk shook his head. Im sorry to hear of the refusal. I just thought youd really want to know more about Hastings. Um Im sure youre mistaken, but I said Im not joining your faction. I didnt mean to give up information about Hastings. yes? I will hand over one corresponding piece of information from my side. You mean to exchange some kind of information? With us? Thats right. Its probably a story that appeals to Eden as well. It was then. Thats ridiculous. The male angel who had been watching quietly intervened. Youre saying that youd dare to make a deal with us with knowledge thats not even a speck of dust, when its not enough to make an offer to someone like that? Stop it, Damiel. Gabriel restrained him, but the male angel did not give in easily. But. Archangel. Isnt that what I mean? At best, the author knows that there is a rare item in the middle of the tower, a slobber Isnt that a wonderful thing in itself? Damiel snorted. but. In the words that follow I have the crown, but the reason why I cant get close to the 50th floor borderline. Isnt that all because I dont have the book? Demians expression, saying that everything is bad, changed 180 degrees. How did you do that? I couldnt help but feel embarrassed. One of the holy relics that are absolutely necessary to safely navigate the 50th floor. Necronomicon. It is a magic book that contains all kinds of information about the 50th floor and the ancient gods. But to think that a forbidden book known only among the gods woulde out of the mouth of a single yer. I just couldnt believe it. I know where parts of the book are. Give me information about Hastings and Ill tell you where parts of the book are also. This Youre a more dangerous man than I thought. A person like you. Gabriel also muttered, unable to hide his embarrassment. Just knowing the existence of the book is not likely to be false. Then Okay. Lets make a deal. Gabriel epted the offer. [You paid for one blue dragons yeouiju as the entrance fee.] The manager at the entrance looked at the yeouiju carefully and then nodded. It means that the entrance fee is sufficient. Then, I hope you have afortable auction The manager stepped aside and the huge door opened on both sides. The great auction house that appeared like that. It was quite busy inside, probably because many deities had already attended. At least the magic stones The fifth item muste from us Yes. I know. Most of them were talking with the factions they belonged to and discussing how to get their hands on the items to be exhibited this time. however. that buck When Jinhyeok entered the auction house, the buzz disappeared like a lie. Everyones eyes turned this way. A rookie who has already reached the middle level of the tower in less than two years since the Tower of Trials appeared. A much-talked-about ranker who drove out the strongest existence that even the gods couldnt do anything about. Countless towers have appeared in countless dimensions throughout history, but this is the first time a yer has climbed a tower so quickly. Of course, attention must be focused. Is that guy Kang Jin-hyeok? Thats right. Hes a person whose name has been mentioned several times on our side as well. He yed a big role in the war between Murim and the Empire. It was because of him that he took care of the demons of the Heavenly Demon Church. If its Samaja, isnt that the candidate that the monkey of Jecheondaeseong tried to make as his apostle? Hoho. Seeing that theres a lot of distorted faces, it looks like hes right. Each of the deities uttered a single word. Right then. Parts! ck sparks rose in all directions. Unlike those who watched from afar, they approached with open hostility. He is an impressive man with long protruding tusks and a red tattooed face. I finally get to see that goddamn face. My men owe me so much in so many ways, I really desperately wanted to meet them. Anger oozes from every word. theres no way you wouldnt know How could I not know? Guntafer. As one of themanders of the Pandemonium Corps, I once bumped into one of his subordinates in the body of giants. Since I made a grand n through the demons into nothing Theres no way hell have good feelings for you. And next to him was a man wearing armor with a pattern symbolizing Ataraxia. Exension. Did the current head of Ataraxia, who betrayed Alice, attend this auction? Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. strong. so overwhelming. When he met the family heads on the lower floor of the tower, his power was limited, but he was able to exert his full strength here. The various weapons worn on the body were also only top-notch holy relics that were known by name. Whether its an auction or a nabbing, its all I want to do is cut your throat. Guntafers ws sharpened. You want to vent your anger against me alone in front of so many gods? I guess you dont know much about the deities, but they dont care about your life. Its a deity to move only when theres a little bit of benefit to them. Of course, power is the rule andw here. A resident or yer must belong somewhere as an apostle in order to survive among the gods. Of course, Jinhyeok, who does not belong anywhere, is nothing more than a prey that can be easily dealt with. that wasmon sense That was the current position in the food chain. Thats right. Thats right, but just one. Guntaper is misunderstanding something. Sorry, but Im pretty popr. What nonsense Whoa!? You bastard! Guntafer, who was talking, suddenly raised his voice. Hmm. Whos going to cut off whose head? He promised to be my apostle. In other words, it means that he is a yer supported by the Pandemonium. Beriel intervened. This guy will be the ck Apostle of the Demon Realm? Yes. Apostle? Me? Me? This time, both of them were surprised at the same time. Oh right. In the battle with Shubnigurath, I became an apostle to lure this guy out, so I was wondering what to do. It was a lie that I didnt even mean, so I forgot about it. The memory of selling Cheon Yoo-seong as a bonus also came to my mind very faintly. So youd better keep that hand off. Unless you want to go to war with me. Beriel You filthy fallen angel! Isnt it too arrogant to say that the devil loves you? I know that you will betray us at any time, even if the others dont know. Betrayal Thats a word Im ufortable with. What would you do with a turtle? What the heck. Im thinking of cutting off his head and hanging it in front of my castle gate. Parchit! Pants! The air suddenly became heavier. I didnt know what kind of disaster would happen if the war of nerves between the gods spreads to a battle. Even more so if you are in a situation where you can use your bodys power perfectly. However, the magic power that went to the extreme did note to an end. Lets go! Youve waited a long time. Im a littlete because there are many things to prepare. A beastman with the appearance of a dainty rabbit appeared in the center before he knew it. As soon as the auction started, Beriel shrugged and stepped back. Are you running away? Unlike you, Im quite interested in this auction. You too, dont lose your strength and enjoy the auction at your leisure. Shouldnt you be getting something from this auction to raise your stupid apostle? Kuh. You rotten Guntafer clenched his fists. But it didnt make a fuss any more than that. As Beriel said, it was also important to grow the apostles. Everyone. Since you seem to be serious, then lets start the long-awaited auction. The first thing Id like to introduce is a hot new item I just got from the 45th floor of the tower a week ago! Let the rabbit snap his fingers. A huge ss box appeared on the empty floor. Inside, a w over 3m was stored, which is the w of one of the ancient species, Behemoth. As a beast with a huge body, the size of even a part of its toenails was beyond imagination. A Behemoth. Its an ancient species thats hard to see, so youre saying it was on the 45th floor? You managed to find a trace of it. It is not a lie to say that the ind is swallowed up. The basic bidding for magic stones alone was 700 million. However, when the divine powers joined, the units of the magic stones changed in an instant. 10 billion! 1.5 billion! Three billion! 8 billion! Behemoths ws would be the best material to make weapons or armor. However, it is at a level where I dont even dare to intervene. Are you doing the spectating, kid? Ah! Well, theres nothing left to do except spectating. Its not a ce for a broke person like you to interfere. Hahaha! Guntaper burst into madness. But Jinhyeok remained silent. The purpose ofing here in the first ce was not like that. Pandoras box was won by Hermes from Olympus! The transcendent magic stone was auctioned off by Gabriel from Eden! The elemental heart was auctioned off by Uasis, who came as an agent of the spirit realm ! The item I want to introduce to you is! The auction item that will be the highlight of this auction has appeared. It finally came out . Chapter 345 Episode 345. The great power of the upper echelons (3) Ohhh. I see Its more than I expected. Has that already beenpleted? Exmation burst out from everywhere. A girl with blue hair was standing where everyones eyes gathered. Empty pupils that lost focus and a slender body. In contrast, thick golden chains tightly bound his arms and legs. Jinhyeoks eyes also narrowed. A card that will be the highlight of this auction and a key force in future battles with the gods. It is the masterpiece Homunculus, which is said to be the finished product of alchemists. Because there are no emotions, there is no hesitation in eliminating life. Basic fighting skills are also very good. In fact, the homunculus ys a fairly important role in the mid-tote half of the Tower of Trials. That first product is that girl. aka Alpha. Unlike items that are usually improved over time, homunculus are superior in quality the earlier they are created. This is because Philosophers Stone, a key material for making homunculus, was used the most. Whoops. As expected, everyone is responding well! But, as everyone knows, you cannot win this auction just because you have a lot of money. okay. I guess so. If it was a problem that could be solved with money, the gods would have sent only their agents and issued nk checks. Its because the rich people who only have coins and magic stones are widely spread. Above all, since the hosts of this auction are coins and magic stones, they are not interested in anything else. The presenter, feeling that the attention was focused, continued. Bid is the minimum condition. And to win the bid, you have to be chosen by the homunculus here. Ah! The choice is nothing special, just make her kneel. The homunculus only recognizes the strong as their masters. In a word, it means that you have to make that emotionless doll obey itself. Right then. Its interesting. A tall man among the gods stood up. cooong! It shakes left and right just by standing up. Bursting muscles and hands bigger than a tiger. Heracles is the greatest Greek hero. Quaang! Hercules jumped out of his seat and leaped to the middle of the auction house. Not befitting of his size, he moved as swiftly as a squirrel. Is this kid going to be a fighting weapon that surpasses Titan in the future? Hmm. Bang! Hercules gigantic hand grasped the homunculuss head. Acknowledge me as your master. If you refuse, I will smash your head. The blue hair was rough, but the homunculus still didnt even move. In the first ce, the emotion of fear itself does not reside in both eyes. Im sorry, Hercules. You cant get her approval. You mean Im not qualified? No, just the host shrugged. The homunculus does not recognize deities as masters. It is the same with anyone other than Hercules. The work of alchemists created through the Philosophers Stone. Therefore, the magical power of the godhead is of no use. So all the deities brought their own apostles. The apostles are soon to be surrogates. They are those who receive the protection and magical power of the gods and carry out their will. Swoop. Shuk. As if they had been waiting, apostles rose up here and there. and. The Olympus side moved first as if they were going to seed Hercules. Medesus. Were you the apostle that Hermes brought? Yes. I heard about the homunculus from him. Is it possible? There is only one chance. Of course. I will definitely bring that homunculus for Olympus. He is 190 cm tall and has a strong muscr body. Medesus, with his brown hair hanging down to his shoulders, drew his sword. Sreung! The sword light was scattered, and Greeces unique free magic gushed out. Hmm. Good. Lets try to believe it. Hercules nodded and took a step back. Medesus nced at the host. If the condition of obedience is to make one kneel, how far are the means and methods allowed? Its okay to attack. Its okay to use something else. However, killing is not allowed. This is a ce to test qualifications to the end. I wont even go there. Papapat! Medesus sword disappeared. It was a blow that had both weight and speed, as if it would cut off the entire leg. however. Kaaang! The homunculus, which had not budged until now, moved for the first time. Before I knew it, the 1m long short spear in both hands drew a circle like a pinwheel. At the same time, the homunculus jumped behind the podium and tried to earn a breath. Fair tricks! Medesus immediately closed the distance. By extending his right foot forward, the distance between them was less than 30 cm. Kakakakakang! In an instant, more than tens of attacks crossed each other. It was an out-of-the-way sword attack that was hard for everyone to react to. however. It cant be How? As time passed, Medesus face darkened little by little. Clearly, he was the one who was raging like a storm. The opponent was just in a hurry to receive it. but how did it happen The precarious bnce showed no signs of breaking. Kwaaaaang! The vertical strike stopped just above the homunculus forehead. got stuck again Both strength and technique were superior, but a decisive blow wascking. Keugh! The homunculus that blocked it across the spear escaped from Medesus gap again. Dont just run away, fight back! Going further from here would mean killing, not testing. However, it had too many eyes to curl its tail. Even if Heracles, who was angry, couldnt drop the dignity of Olympus at the ce where numerous forces gathered? If you cant have it on this side, Id rather just kill it so that no one else can have it. If so Medesus arm had a blue aura. Whoa! The fierce light increased its momentum. It is because of the idea of seeing the end at once through the uniqueness window. [Medesus activates his unique window Uninterlocked Cracks!] Im sure I cant kill! The moderator took an unexpected action. However, Medesus attack was one tempo faster. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! space cutting series. The degraded air was still stuck to the ce where the sword had passed. It is a proof of how quickly the attack was carried out. however. Chii profit! The homunculus even survived that attack. A long sword shape was subtly twisted around the ground she was standing on, as if she had deflected her trajectory with a dagger. How the hell did he eat it? About dolls Messisus muttered in a broken voice. Maybe its because I didnt imagine that I could stop this. Stop it. If you do more than that, the people of Olympus may not be able to attend our auction forever. The heated atmosphere calmed down only after the host made threats. Of course, the heads of the Godheads who watched the previous battle began to fill withpletely different imaginations. This is definitely amazing. To think that the Olympian apostle would stop the activation of the Unique Spear. Its the first homunculus Im coveting it even more. A weaponparable to a high-ranking apostle or perhaps even superior. It must be obtained even for the power struggle of the upper echelons. That was themon thought of everyone gathered here. Thats the limit for stupid Greeks. Arent they showing this kind of rudeness when they ept a halfway resident of thete 20th floor as an apostle? The Demon World proves that they are qualified to obtain that. Guntafer exploded with madness. Kantura! At Guntapersmand, an old man wearing a ck jacket appeared this time. Demons living in thete 30th floor. The skinny body with two short horns was quite impressive. Kuh-kuh. Ill admit its a bit fast, but hes not my opponent anyway. Ill finish it in one minute. When the minimum bid was paid, Cantura pulled out a pair of curved swords. fault! With the sound of rubbing the ground, Kantura galloped forward. Each Kaka! A speed close to space travel. If Medesus had the upper hand in strength and skill a moment ago. Kantura aimed at the blind spot with a move specialized for assassination. The homunculus still received the opponents surprise attack with an expressionless face. Caang! Kang! once. twice. And three times Again the battle began to lengthen. Seven already. The apostles of the Godheads challenged one after another, but none of them failed to bring the homunculus to its knees. Even if the top level apostles couldnte due to the war on each level. This resulted in unbelievable results. So Its a fruit from across the river. I didnt expect even the Apostle of Eden to be defeated. Its such a masterpiece. Surprise about the homunculus flowed from everyones lips. Of course, there was also a bitter aftertaste from not getting it. Hmm Is it as expected? The presenter stroked his chin with a small hand. The homunculus, the highlight of this episode, was an auction item that could not be obtained by simply trying to take it by force. If I had thought a little more deeply about the Philosophers Stone, alchemy, and the characteristics of being the first If so, I thought there would be a force that could attack but a force with the possibility of winning the bid. It seems that there is no Looks like wevee this far. The host raised his hand to signal the end of the auction. But just then someone came out Its Jinhyeok. Jinhyeok, who continued to watch the situation and prepare something, finally moved. Whoa! The subspace inventory was opened and an item to be paid for the admission fee came out. Ha! I said something, but is it just a bracelet? As for such a trivial treasure Guntafer paused. This is no ordinary bracelet. An ancient kingdom that disappeared buried in the sand. It is an advanced relic that can only be obtained there. The one who has this must be It must be the former head of Ataraxia? I dont know why its here, but whats certain is that its good enough for the lowest bid. chuck. Jinhyeok clenched his fangs. Just like the apostles did until now. It seemed that he was trying to subjugate the homunculus through battle. I thought something was a little different This man is the same. The host dispelled the expectations he had for a moment. This guy and that guy. If you look at taking out the weapon first, the result is good. however. The disappointment was short-lived. Huh? The presenters mouth opened slightly. The cute bunny ears pricked up. A sweet scent that spreads toward the tip of the nose. Undoubtedly. Sorcerers Stone. To be precise, he melted down a copy imitating the Philosophers Stoneand sprinkled it on himself. !? The homunculus blue eyes narrowed very finely. thats the start Chapter 346 Episode 346. The Great Power of the Upper Level (4) Philosophers Stone. In itself, it is close to an all-rounder, and the things that can be done using it are also limitless. Literally, to alchemists, it is a holy relic called the crystal of dreams. and. Jinhyuk made a replica of it for this round of auction. I really went through a bit of trouble. In the first ce, the method of making a Philosophers Stone is an advanced piece of information that only a small percentage of alchemists know. There are a lot of ingredients to prepare, needless to say. It would have been impossible without everyones voluntary help. Jinhyeok briefly recalled the past. He also bullied Grandpa Orun, the cksmith and robbed Alices treasure house. I had a really spectacr time by ordering the spirit beasts to collect materials here and there inside the tower. The effect is sure. The red liquid applied to her wrist shone softly. As the sweet scent rose, the pupils of the homunculus began to tremble rapidly. He felt the same energy as his own source. bonding. Yes. This bond is absolutely necessary to win obedience from the first homunculus. The rest of the gods failed because they tried to win it with their own strength, but Jinhyeok saw exactly what the host wanted. All thats left is the right mix of bonding and skill. Whoa Jinhyuk calmed down. The mana inside the body circted smoothly, and the des of the fangs were covered with blue light. [Inherent ability Heavenly Spirit is activated!] Moment. Cuckoo Cuckoo! A great energy surged. The Heavenly Demon in its heyday was one of the absolutes that even the gods could not do without. Because of this, his unique martial arts alone was not enough to arouse awe. I knew that he yed an active part in Murim, but did he even learn the Heavenly Demon Art? But thats all. The unique Holy Spear didnt work at all, but even the Heavenly Demon Sacred Art doesnt change the result. Thats true. No matter how much martial arts you learn from the Heavenly Demon, if you think about the period, you wont be able to achieve a high level. Each of the deities spoke one word at a time. Most of them were negative. Its a natural story. It was undoubtedly true that Jinhyeok was an excellent yer, but that was within the bounds of that level. Compared to the apostles they picked and chose, they couldnt say they were special. but. A few of the deities had thoughts quite contrary to him. Huh. The corners of Beriels mouth went up. . . Thor and Loki, who have represented Northern Europe, also observed Jinhyeok with careful eyes. Hmph. Theres no way that terrifying guy cant handle just one thing like that. Anubis also snorted. All of them have personally experienced Jinhyeok or have various memories. At least they believed that something extraordinary would happen. The air gradually tightens. It was Jinhyeok who stopped the start. Heavenly Demon Reign. Quaang! With deep footprints on the ground. Jinhyeoks body disappeared like the wind. ! The homunculus immediately swung the spear. As always, a pair of pikes drew a pinwheel. Kakakakang! The fangs that approached from the side bounced off. Again, its not too hard. I cant afford to give fakes two or three times. Jinhyeok raised his Heavenly Demon Art even more. fault! I thought I could hear the sound of the ground brushing. Suddenly, Jinhyeok appeared on the other side. Heukcheon Demon Emperor. First ceremony. Heukryunam Sweep Fist (ڒవȭ)! Wow! A blow aimed at the back. However, the homunculus even let go of that attack. As if he had deflected Medesus unique holy spear. Instead of receiving strong attacks head-on, they adhered to the method of dispersing the force. Yeah, I knew it would be like that. I guess Ill wait for the presenter to stop dragging the time. Its really tough. I cant believe theres a doll that can avoid attacks that well. The negative reaction soon solidified into conviction. The match is over. however. Even while everyone was concluding, Jinhyeok had just peeked at something in the previous battle. good. Although it was an imitation, the scent flowing through the Philosophers Stone is stimting the homunculus. minutely. The opponent was slow to react. Sensation transmitted from the fingertips. Just a little bit faster if you make it a little bit sharper. [Trait ability High Speed Sword is activated!] [Trait ability Shadow yer is activated!] Quaang! Kakakakang! Jinhyeok swung his fangs all over the ce. Going over the shadows and shadows, the speed of the attack became twice as fast due to the high-speed sword. Now the daggers trajectory itself is blurring. eww. A short moan flowed from the mouth of the homunculus, which was frenziedly defending against the attack. now! The point where the field of view and the field of view intersect. Jinhyeok lowered the tempo of his attack by one notch. cial modeling and Ice jade kaleidoscope parts! A thinyer of frost began to rise along the ground. The cold dulled my senses. The bodys body temperature dropped and began to hallucinate. The homunculus small mouth gaped open. ah! A short moan turned into a deep groan. As if fascinated by the splendid and beautiful sight he had never seen before, he slowly raised his hand. [The Imitation Philosophers Stone deepens the bond with the target.] [Sympathetic ability is activated!] [ The unique ability Mentra Taming is activated!] Status windows that appear one after another. The abilities he had umted so far shone. Ah The agitation of the homunculus grew even louder. Due to the continuous skirmish, his stamina was exhausted. A situation in which the mind has be confused due to various sympathetic abilities. Being trapped in the Ice Jade Kaleidoscope, you must be confused. And in that gap Jinhyeok dug right into it. Took. The tips of the fangs touched the homunculus neck. A drop of red liquid from the Philosophers Stone ran down his throat. The eyes of the two met face to face. Blue eyes that seemed like they could be sucked into Jinhyeok. I cant bake or boil with long words. You want to treat me the best? If you join our forces, you cant say that we will give you a status beyond that of a doll. I dont want to force you to obey by threatening me. There is no such thing as loyalty in a mere submission. Even if the target is an emotionless being. But I can promise you one thing. At least if youre with me, I wont be using you as a throwaway. Jinhyeok quietly retrieved the sword that reached his neck. There was no negative reaction. This must mean positively. In fact, the mana radiating from the homunculus hadpletely disappeared. From today I am your master. master. The homunculus chewed the words carefully. Took. It was then that his knee touched the ground. Her blue hair flowed gently down her neck. With that, the owner of the homunculus was decided. Due to Jinhyeok and the homunculus, the inside of the auction house turned upside down. I thought someone would take the homunculus, but it was because I never imagined that it would be a yer. Come on. Great deities. The auction is over. The organizers dont want any more fuss, so why dont we leave? If the presenter hadnt stopped it at the right time, all the gods might have eaten Jinhyeok alive. Thats why this event was a major event. When the organizer said that the auction had ended, everyone licked their lips and withdrew. Its such a quiet ce. Where the gods disappeared, only the apostles who followed them remained. Medesus, who had represented Olympus, approached Jinhyeok. Its the first time Ive had a direct conversation. My name is Medesus. Im a resident who was blessed by Hermes and became his apostle. A ranker with a unique holy spear. Seeing them up close is quite impressive. Originally, this guy had to reach the second half of the 20th floor to have a chance to meet him once or twice. I was very impressed with what happened a little while ago. To be honest, I didnt expect a person with this level of skill to climb the tower from the middle ss. From the point of view of the apostles, the current yers are children who have tasted the tower. Compared to them, it means that they are still at a level where they can barely talk if they roll for another 10 years. There are quite a few talented people down there, besides me. Yes. From now on, I n to pay more attention to the lower part. In that sense can you tell me what floor of the tower you are staying on? The order was a little messed up, but Im thinking of going to the 19th floor this time. Its the 19th floor Medesus nodded slightly. It must be a long way to see you again. Hurry up ande up. I look forward to fighting together on the top floor of the tower someday. Yes. I dont know if they will be enemies or allies, but Im looking forward to it. Creating a rtionship with Medesus will surelye a day when it will be of great importance. All the work at the auction house was finished with a brief exchange of greetings. It was several hours after that when I returned to reality. I thought I was going to die trying to separate it from the barrel that Beriel was clinging to like a leech. Sitfortably. For now, this is the ce Im using as my home outside the tower. The cost of staying outside the tower was appropriately brought from Alices wallet, so dont worry. All right. The homunculus looked around the hotel room and sat down on the sofa. First, lets check to what extent. Jinhyeok activated the Eye of Gluttony and looked at the status window of the homunculus. Tring! Name: Homunculus Gender: Female Age: 1 Years Old Level: 195 Strength 53 Agility 85 Stamina 76 Magical Power 62 Sages Protection 368 Stat Points: 0 upation: Spearmans Inherent Ability: Doll y Skill: Two Spears Lv29 Thousand and One Nights Lv28 Move Capture Lv27 Magic Breath Lv21 Painful Wound Lv21. [Special note: Once a master-servant rtionship is established, the owner will not betray you under any circumstances. If certain conditions are met, the Unique Voice can be opened.] Crazy What kind of absurd specs are there? Even though it was just created, the basic level is close to 200. However, the surprise was not simply because the basic specs were high. The sages blessing stat is a whopping 368. The highest stat that can be obtained only by clearing special conditions such as Gap or Adaptive. In addition, he was able to open the unique holy spear, so the bonanza came rolling in. Jinhyeok managed to swallow the cheers that erupted. At the same time, I wanted to give something as a gift for such a fortune. Dont you have a name right now? Name. That the word to call you. Name you mean? Where I was, they called me a homunculus. Hmm. Right? I cant keep calling you that, so Ill give you an appropriate name. Even if you look at it like this, Im amazing at least in terms of naming sense. Id be honored if you gave me any name. The homunculus nodded quickly with a slightly flushed voice. Hmm. Lets see. What name should I give you to remember for a long time? Chapter 347 Episode 347. Hidden ce on the 19th floor (1) Jinhyeok stared into the eyes of the homunculus. The blue eyes twinkled as if they would be sucked in. Hmm No matter how much I think about it, there is only one name I can give it. Jinhyuks mouth opened slowly. Frey. Frey? Yes. I will call you Frey from now on. Nice thats a name. I like it. Frey nodded slightly. Seeing that I was mistaken for something special I feel a little sorry. Pray (pray: to pray) Its called a prayer meta. It was named tomemorate a miracle that happened properly in the lucky game. At first, I was going to call it mint choco, which is short for mint choco, but Frey would be better. It seems to be there. Its fortunate that Frey also liked the name. But just then Whoa! The Ring of Braham on his right hand moved violently. at the same time. A different level of hot energy covered her entire body. Could this reaction be? Roaring! The one who appeared along with the mes was Alice with her eyes wide open. Ellis? I I I! Silly contractor! Why did you pick up something like this again! Alice let out a scream that seemed like it would copse the entire hotel at any moment. Its a sharp high frequency that makes your ears tingle. Did I do something wrong? Frey tilted her head. No, you didnt do anything wrong. And Alice. Calm down and listen to me. No, put those skewers in. What the hell are you doing in the hallowed hotel? If Jinjos unique ability is activated here, the hotel will be reduced to dust. Its on the 9 oclock news. Needless to say. Exin. Briefly. Summarize in three lines. Ellis managed to swallow the rage that erupted. Its obvious, but thats what Im referring to. more than 3 lines. If we cant convince them, well destroy the Earth. Fray is always an assistant forbat. Hes also very good at it. Besides, since hes a homunculus, he doesnt have to absorb nutrients from food, so you dont have to worry about your food intake decreasing. Jinhyeok gave an exnation like a quick-fire gun. Its a wonderfully coherent and objective summary. but. My, did you think I was like this because of Bob? Seriously did you only think of me that way? Huh? Wasnt it? Just looking at it, I thought he was the happiest when he had a lot of food in his cheek. Wasnt that why you actively stopped the new military family froming? Jinhyuk widened his eyes. and in its appearance. You fool! Elises silver hair stood up on end. This is unusual. The depth of the magical power rising from the end of the abyss was unknown. Elise? die! Aaaaaang! The entire hotel floor was engulfed in huge mes. The 19th floor of the Tower of Trials. A few figures began to appear one by one in the spectacr waterfall. Time is like a knife. Jinhyeok waved his hand at the approaching man. Damn it. Why did you choose a ce like this? Give me a map from the beginning. Ive been wandering for hours. Chun Youseong grumbled andined. The wet stones are quite slippery. On top of that, this ce was so out of the way on the 19th floor that it wouldnt have been easy toe here. On the other hand. But thanks to Jinhyeok, Ive been to all these ces. Theresa looked around curiously. Subtle water mist rising from the bottom of the waterfall and a beautiful rainbow. There, the kind of dainty monsters I had never seen before were gathering in twos and threes and ying pranks. If you simply look at the scenery, you might be mistaken for having visited a famous overseas tourist destination together. By the way, Mr. Jinhyeok. Who is the person next to you? Teresa pointed to the girl next to Jinhyeok. with long blue hair. A figure holding a short spear. It was a person I had never met before. Call me Frey. The yer is not. Its not even a resident. The energy felt in the body is different. Is it a summoned beast or a doll? One quick nce. Thats right. Its a homunculus. Its an existence created through alchemy. We met by chance while going upstairs. I see I was just ying around, wasnt it? Chun Yuseong added a word, then nodded as if he understood. Thats why Mr. Ellis didnte out. I was wondering why I couldnt see him. It was because of that reason. Huh? Thats right. They told me to leave it alone for a while. But how did you know that? Whoa. You look like a dull guy Okay. I shouldnt talk. Chun Youseong clicked his tongue as if he was getting more fed up with it. It was a time when they were asking each other how they were doing and having small talk. multiple. multiple. The sound of horse hooves began to echo in the distance. is it finallying Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. The others turned their heads in the direction of the sound. After a while, a familiar figure appeared through the trees. four legs. The upper body is a woman. And a resident whose lower body is in the shape of a deer. It is the infancy of the dryad race. I had already met her once at a masquerade ball. For this raid, I specifically asked them to contact me separately. This is because the ruins on the 19th floor cannot even be entered without permission from residents belonging to the 3rd power. Nice to meet you. yer Kang Jin-hyeok. And the rest of you, its been a while. Uasis smiled brightly. Thank you for taking the time. I didnt know if I would have to give up the raid itself if I said no. No. We had to investigate this ce recently, and the timing was just right. Investigation? this ce? Is something something wrong? When Jinhyeok asked cautiously, Uasiss face darkened slightly. Do you remember when a huge wave of magical energy was generated throughout the tower not too long ago? If its magic that epasses the entire tower the 50th floor. This is the story of Shub Nigurath and the ck Goats when they burst out downstairs. I know. At that time, something also changed in this ruin. It must be because it was influenced by a very different magical power. Uasis gazed over the waterfall with aplicated face. As a yer, she couldnt feel it, but as she belonged to the third power, she seemed to feel the difort. Lets go in. Ill be able to guide you through the middle. Uasis walked towards the waterfall. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! A ck cave can be seen between the pouring streams. This is the entrance to the ruins. step. To enter it, certain conditions must be met. I tried to go in without thinking in the past and died several times. Uasis picked up a stone and threw it into the cave. OK. Kaga gaga kaga gak! Traces of a centipede began to appear on the surface of the stone. If you just try to go in, this happens. Thanks to that, I was able to avoid interference from the outside. So, how do I get in safely? please wait for a moment. Parts! Uasis injected magical power into a staff made from vines. Rune words appeared following the blue magic. The tangible magical energy rotated gently along the entrance of the cave. right at that moment. [The 10-star barrier Water Seal is released!] [SS-ss curse Vortex of Destruction is lifted!] [Optical illusion and hallucination effects disappear.] Status windows that appear one after another. The obstacles surrounding the entrance to the cave disappeared all at once. also. For this reason, the existence of Uasis is essential to attacking this ruin. I dont know how the inside has changed because of Shub Niguras but you will be able to check the inside story soon. With Uasis as the lead, everyone entered the ruins. like that. Darkness swallowed my vision. Hot. A hot st hit the skin. Kuk! here is? Chun Yoo-sung and Teresa covered their faces with both hands. Even if I stay still, I feel like my breath is choking and my whole body is burning. Desert No, its a hotter and drier ce than that. Only Frey was looking around with an expressionless face. Its an environment that can be a bit difficult for yers. The temperature rises to 70 degrees during the day and drops to -100 degrees at night. You can protect your body to some extent with magic power, but you have to arrange it properly. I guess so. You should be here for at least a week or more. Mana and stamina management are essential virtues. But that was just then. There is something. Frey, who had been looking around, opened her mouth. Slowly half the tempo, Chun Yu-seong also sensed the presence. In the sand. There are about 10 of them. Are they predators that live here? Sandworms. If you see them living near the entrance, theyve been pushed out of the food chain, so dont worry too much. Theyll bounce exactly three seconds after you feel the vibration under your feet, so lets aim for that time together. yer Jin-Hyuk Kang How do you know all that? As Jinhyeok exined fluently, Uasis widened her eyes. I had attacked a dungeon with a simr environment at the bottom of the tower. Ah But with that ce and here Come! The sand stirred violently with Teresas cry. Cuckoo Cuckoo! 1 second 2 seconds 3 seconds. Koooooo! Keeeee! A gigantic mouth was revealed in the cracks in the sand left and right. A sandworm with hundreds of teeth tried to swallow the party whole. but. In the first ce, they chose the wrong prey. [Trait Sword Song is activated!] Awesome! Sandworms body was cut to pieces. Youve been climbing from the start. This is why following you is just exhausting. Chun Yoo C seong swung his sword lightly, and the green bodily fluid on the de sttered . It was with the intention of covering it and attacking in between. Of course. [Trait ability Blessing of the Stars is activated!] That attempt also went to nothing. Ughhhh! Light falling from the sky. Holy inherent ability picks up the sandworms alive. I swallowed it. Chee-i-i-ik! Without even time to scream, the bodies of the sandworms turned to ashes and disappeared. I dont think theres any time to get bored on a trip to the desert. No matter what they say, they are reliablepanions. The monsters living here are far superior to other ces. Because he was strong. Maybe with this member, he could go deep into the ruins. Some ces will be tough, but if you prepare properly, there is a good chance . The crown that was gone is probably somewhere here Attacking the ruins was important, but the top priority was to retrieve the crown. Finally, the time hase to obtain one of the most important relics in the Tower of Trials. Chapter 348 Chapter 348. Hidden ce on the 19th floor (2) Crown of defeat. As a holy relic that only the most violent andbative can possess. This crown has always created a great upheaval in the tower. More than half of therge-scale incidents inside the tower were rted to the change of owner of the crown. so that. Jinhyeok was on the move to get his hands on the crown faster than anyone else. It was obvious that if the powers in the upper echelons knew this information, they would flock to the 19th floor like bees. and present. In the sand dunes of the desert located on the 19th floor two shadows were facing each other. . Skinny height reaching 2m. The tail of the mouth raised cheerfully. At first nce, it seems like watching a famous movie star. But thats just a means to get rid of the sense of incongruity when walking around the human world. The figure of the body he kept in his shell was far from pleasant, even far from it. Nyathotep. As a messenger and herald serving Azathoth. Except for the manager, he is the only deity on the 50th floor who can freely float on the towers stairs. In front of him stood an elderly gentleman wearing a bowler hat and monocle. A white beard suits you so well. The owner of the top and the middle manager of the top. It was Rick Hennessy. It was a mistake toe down here so soon after work. Id rather send a deputy or use another manager. Rick made no secret of his displeasure. Gee-kick. Oops, I must have offended the great Rick Hennessy. Then Nyathotep let out a snarling sound. He shrugged and buried himself on the soft sofa in the middle of the room. I also didnt forget to pour a full ss of nice wine. Would you like a sip? No, did you have that strange coffee or not? If its alcohol, Ill decline it. Instead, answer me. Why did Nyathotep leave the Crown of Doom without immediately retrieving it? Ah that? Receiving the sharp question, Nyathotep fiddled with the wine in the ss with his fingers. Keep going! At that moment, all the wine in the ss was sucked through his fingers. I also wanted to retrieve it quickly, but my mother said we should keep it as entertainment. You mean you wanted to show respect for the Heavenly Demon? No way, he must have been simply interested. In the first ce, in front of my mother, I couldnt even consider the residents living downstairs as enemies. Thats true too. Rick nodded as if he understood. Rather than that, is that person okay? Was it Kang Jin-hyeok? I know youre a person you care about, but youre interfering with our ns more than I thought. If the arrow of doubt were directed at you, it would be a headache. Ive built up a good friendship with Kang Jin-hyeok. The target hes heading to must be limited to Hastings. Ive already scattered information about him through Gabriel. Ohh. Did you enlist Eden? No. She doesnt know the inside story. She just believes that Hastings is behind all of this. Rick waved his hand lightly into the air. Whoa! A space beyond imagination that had not been seen before opened up, and countless items appeared. It smells good. Rick savored the coffee. Hwiyu! Looking at it again, your subspace ability is amazing. I must say that mothers words about owning the tower itself are not exaggerated at all. Nyathotep, whistling, added a word. Kuhk! By the way, Hastings would faint if he found out about this. He firmly believed that he was the only one chosen by us? You should have seen him crouch. He has to believe hes in control. I like being one step behind. Thats right. Thats right. It can be managed more reliably. Enough of this cheesy conversation. Be sure to retrieve the crown this time, Nyathotep. If things go awry any further, you will pay the price too. Dont worry. Weve already recruited great people. Youre the one who makes sure the Necronomicon doesnt fall into that humans hands. The book Ha. Please, I hope its gone forever. I really care. Its not used. Okay. Ill take care of that part separately. Okay. Im just counting on you. Our eternalpanion. Nyathotep also filled his wine ss with a happy face. Wheein! A sandy wind blew with a frenzy. A storm with small grains of sand is a threat in itself. In fact, most of the monsters that inhabited this ce did not even show their noses as they burrowed into their nests during storms. Its really amazing. Chun Yuseong muttered as he looked outside. We arrived at the temporary base following the guidance of Uasis. Caves filled with stctites made excellent shelters from storms. The 19th floor is really fortunate that you can store the food you brought in from outside in the subspace inventory. You wont be able to leave until the storm stops anyway. In the meantime, Ill serve you some nice French food. Teresa rolled up her arms as if she wanted to show off her skills. Beef full of marbling, sea urchin and lobster from the Mediterranean Sea. Even fine red wine there. Even at a nce, unusual materials appeared one after another. Arrabiata sauce, a spicy tomato sauce, served with scallops and shrimp meat, and the mouth-watering aroma pierced the tip of the nose. what is this Are you here for a raid? Its to the point where I cant tell if hes here to shoot a mukbang. Even Alice, who waspletely frozen, could feel the mor in the ring. If I do well, I dont know if Ill be able to get rid of the pouting thing? While cooking is in progress like that. Jinhyeok approached Uasis. Mr. Yuasis. yes? Wait, I want to ask you something. Do you have time? Ah. Yes, of course. Which one? Uasis, who was curling up her legs in a bread pose, smiled brightly. Nothing else, but I have a question about where we are going this time. Its the Dune of the Sun. The hidden ce of the 19th-floor ruins, Dune of the Sun. It is a ce where the sun does not set 365 days a year. As if to prove that it is a ce where all light gathers. The further you go inside, the higher the temperature rises. Because there is a saying that the deepest part isparable to the sun. I have visited this ce in the past, but I have failed to go to the deepest part. At that time, there was no goal of bing a crown. Because there were far more interesting things than attacking the dunes of the sun. I need a map with the rooms in the dunes written on it. A map? I know its passed down from generation to generation in the dryad race. As a tool for the guardians of the forest to carry out their duties smoothly. Due to the nature of the sand dune, it tends to suck in objects with strong magical power. If there is a crown, it should be in the deepest part of the sand dune. In order to find the crown within a limited time, you must have a map with its interior written on it. Really yer Kang Jin-hyuk doesnt know anything. How do you know all the secrets of our n? Im sorry, but I cant tell you. Besides, whats important is not the source of the information, but what it can solve thats the point. At Jinhyeoks words, Uasis paused for a moment. In a normal case, you would have to figure out the source of the secret even if you had to draw a weapon. Is there a spy inside? Or else I had to figure out if there was a hole somewhere. however. Those things are not a priority. At least for now, like what Jinhyeok said. You mustplete the mission using the given information. all right. Uasis pulled out a flower from her hair. Whoa! The petals grew in size as they grew in size. Within a moment, a huge map made of petals appeared. All rooms and locations in the Dunes of the Sun are listed. good. Jinhyuk slightly clenched his fists as if satisfied. With this, finding the crown will be much easier. But just then uh? Uasis suddenly raised her head. Is there a problem? That, thats His face suddenly copsed. There was a deep sense of bewilderment in his shaking pupils. It had to be. Even at the moment of our conversation, the dryads she had ced outside the waterfall were dying. Sisters all what kind of bastards so cruel Uasis muttered nkly. It was unfortunate that all of my colleagues died, but there are more serious things than that. Jinhyuks head spun rapidly. Its not just yers or residents who came to the ruins. If so, I would have faced the dryads and tried to talk to them, or I would have given up on the raid. It is undeniably true that ruins are attractive. Thats the story of when the effort versus outputes out. There was no reason to go inside while ughtering the forest n. That is. As long as there is nothing to be gained by risking all that. Hasting did you know about the crown? Other than that it made no sense. Hurry up. I have to move right now. The meal was postponed, and instead, Jinhyuk confided to everyone about what had just happened. I understand the situation. So lets go through that storm? Are you saying this sanely? Mr. Jinhyeok Cheon Yuseong and Teresa expressed disapproval. the odds of survival are less than 3%. Frey also calmly conveyed the reality. Aside from beingpletely blocked from sight, it was clear that if I was digging through that de of sand, my body would be in tatters in less than 30 minutes. Because even protecting oneself with magical power had limits. Its okay. Actually, theres a way to get around in there. Is there a way? Is that really it? Yeah. There are some restrictions but now that its like this, Ill have to try it. Jinhyeok gathered the water droplets at the end of the stctite. Parts! As rune magic was injected, the water droplets began to turn blue-green. Why did you not tell me until now because of some restrictions? You have to have really deep magic or internal energy, but its effective. Its me Im fine, but Im a little worried that the rest wont work. Thats I cant just pass it over. Chun Yuseong raised his eyes. It sounds like you mean Im worse than you is that really what you mean? No, its not that Im ignoring you or anything like that, its that youre really worried about the one-in-a-kind case? Sheesh! Thats an act of ignoring me! Chun Yoo-seong stole the water drop as if snatching it. Then, he immediately activated self-defense. A soft light emitted and Chun You-seongs body waspletely covered with strong energy. Lets add the effect of the water drop. A rather usible-looking armor was created. Look carefully. Ill break through that storm before you. Just follow along so you dont fall behind. Cheon Yoo-seong confidently walked through the sandstorm. Isnt Jin- hyeok going ? Lets watch for a bit. Teresa asked, but Jinhyeok didnt seem to want to move. Instead, he observed Cheon Yoo-seong with a cautious face. After a while. Kuaaa! shit. Is it true that this works? Lord, I think Im going to die! Chun You-seongs screams echoed from beyond the storm. Hmm. I guess that was too much. It seemed like a much older stctite would be needed if Chun You-seong was in pain. Come to think of it, there seems to be a way to move inside the cave. Its so old that its hard to see, but its safer that way. Jinhyeok quickly corrected his course. Chapter 349 Chapter 349. Hidden ce on the 19th floor (3) There are thousands of caves in the ruins on the 19th floor. A maze where you dont know where it will lead. Because of this, if I got lost, I was certain that I would wander in this ce forever and die. Sabak. Jinhyeok retook his steps. Hasting There is no time to hesitate now that the Uasis family members outside the ruins have been killed. The rest of the party knew that, so they sped up even more. however. Wait! Jinhyeok, who had been running frantically, stopped in ce. Whats going on? Uasis pricked up her ears. There are monsters in front. A colony There are about a hundred or more. I cant feel the presence of magic, but there are monsters? Theresa concentrated and looked around. However, nothing caught my senses. Its in a semi-hibernation state, so you wont be caught by magic detection. However, if you get closer than a certain distance, everyone will wake up and attack. I know of guys with these kinds of traits. ck Scorpion. Even with a body of over 5m, the speed is fast. In addition, the deadly poison in the tail was so severe that it was difficult to recover even with the Blessing of the Stars. It means that it is difficult on a different level from the Sandworm that I dealt with earlier. That number is over a hundred. It was clear that even if they broke through, time would drag on. Then, what are you going to do? Ill have to take a detour Jinhyeok nced to the side of the aisle. Youre not trying to dig a path with a pickaxe, are you? That will take a year. Dont worry. Its not like that. Jinhyuk slowly approached the wall. Skip. I ran my hand across the side. I could feel the touch of the cold earth. Now is the time! Shh. Wait a minute. Jinhyuk focused his mind. how long has it been like that? Jinhyeoks steps, which were going back, stopped once again. I found it. Its right here. At first nce, it is an ordinary wall that no one can pass by without noticing. But thats just an optical illusion caused by the skillful interlocking of the shadows. If you look closely, there is a space between them, enough for a person to pass through. Ill go in first, so follow me right away. The rest of you too. As Jinhyeok slowly disappeared through the cracks, exmation erupted from everyone watching. Ah A ce like this Ive been here many times, but I never knew it. Even Uasis looked at the ce where Jinhyeok entered with both eyes wide open. * * * Much more humid inside than before. A long-standing musty smell stings your nostrils. I wanted to avoid this ce if possible I knew about this passage, but I didnt say it out of my mouth. This is because it was the most dangerous and tricky passage among the passages leading to the dune of the sun. still. There is no other way to get through within the limited time. And there were things I had to do more than I decided toe here. [Inherited ability, primitive me is activated!] Red mes gushed along the tips of the fangs. His dark vision brightened and he began to see his surroundings. Roaring! A huge space with white sand. A strange sense of difort stimtes the nerves throughout the body. Its all full of traps from here on. I could exin where and whates from, but that would take up a lot of time. After all, you have to follow wherever you go. Thats right. Everyone has excellent physical abilities, so just step on where Im going and follow me. Damn it. Why do I feel like Im only going through high school when Im with you. Chun Yoo-seong grumbled and took out the armor he had tucked away in his coat. Took! hooked! Teresa also took off the armor she was wearing. It was to lighten the body as much as possible to move quickly. Three people dressed in slightly different outfits took their poses. Its been a while here, so Im a little nervous. Even if you take the wrong path and wake the sleeping one, you will be in a situation where you might be better off dealing with a hundred ck scorpions. If I had known things would turn out like this I would have bought some items personally through Rick. Rick, the owner of the upper ranks, would have had artifacts enchanted with lightweight magic and presence blocking magic. I have no choice but to be as careful as possible. Jinhyeok focused his magic on both legs. Whoa! Lets unfold the realm of wind and Gamma Cheonryeongbo at the same time. Phat! A whirlwind swept across the sand. fast. and lightly. Jinhyeok sprinted across the sand while chewing on the memories of the past. The rest of the people also followed exactly the path Jinhyeok trod. however. Fu-wook! Something unusual sounded. The hooves of Uasis, who was runningst, had sunk too deep into the sand. Kwadeuk! The sound of sand grains being smashed echoed. And right at that moment. Cuckoo Cuckoo! The ground shook violently. The white grains split left and right, and the whole cave started screaming as if it were about to leave. Uh Mr. Assis? Im sorry. Im too heavy. I should have gone on a diet Even if its a slender deer, a deer is a deer. It was almost impossible not to leave a trace on the sand due to the nature of the body weighing more than 100 kg. [The owner of the aisle wakes up!] [Due to the extreme level difference, a horror effect is activated!] [All yers and residents levels drop by 10 levels!] Red status windows that appear one after another. What appeared from the sand was a monster with nothing to say except that it was huge. An insect taller than 15m appeared like a towering building in the middle of the cave. Named Guardian Ant Ghost. It is a trap-type monster that hides in the sand dunes and preys on its prey. Its dangerous. The chance of survival is less than 2%. Frey pulled out a pike and held it up. Sheesh. Are you sure you cant avoid fighting after all? Chun Yoo-sung and Teresa also took out their weapons with hard faces. The ant ghost looked down. As if they were trying to decide who should be eaten first. And the moment the decision was made, bright yellow eyes were fixed on Chun Yu-seong. Kieek! Dozens of teeth opened and a purple bodily fluid spurted out of the ant ghosts mouth. An acidic liquid that can instantly turn prey into juice. Bodily fluids scattered over a wide area went straight to where Cheonyuseong was. fast. Chii profit! Bodily fluids dissolved the sand in an instant. of course. It was after Chun Yuseong narrowly escaped from the spot. Tch! Its like youve entered the tigers den while trying to avoid wild dogs. Whoa! A sword that has been strengthened through the sword song. A blue river gushed splendidly. Chun Yoo-seong quickly climbed onto the body of the ant ghost and swung his sword. The funeral sword dance unfolded over the outer skin of the ant ghost. Kaka kaka kak! The de ripped through the outer skin and dug into the flesh. No matter how high the level of the monster was, it could not withstand the sword attack with its bare body. The problem is Huh? Because of its size, it is not possible to say that it is a fatal wound. Keeeee! The ant ghost gave a long roar. It is surprisingly fast for its size. Cuckoo Cuckoo! The sand parted like the Red Sea. A physical attack using the entire torso has the momentum to pulverize anything that gets in the way. damage! However, even avoiding it was not easy because the range of rushing was absurdly wide. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! Traces that appear every time an ant ghost passes by. Chun Youseong kicked off the sand and leaped to the side. Kuk! posture has copsed. That gap the predator didnt miss it. Kieieeeeeeee! with another sharp roar. The body of the ant ghost split the sand. Even if you unleash the soul sword to its extreme, you cannot parry that attack. It was toote to dodge. Right then. I will stop it. Before he could say anything, Frey stepped forward. Aaaaaang! The forehead of the ant ghost rushing at a tremendous speed was blocked by the weak girls arm for the first time. The pin that was tying her blue hair couldnt ovee the impact and was smashed. Kku-gu-gu-guk. The bnce of the two forces was kept tight, and a bizarre resonant sound rang out. The saying that it is the strongest fighting weapon made of the Philosophers Stone came to life. however. The stalemate did notst very long. Annoyed by the continued resistance of its prey, the ant ghost released its mana in earnest. [The ant ghost activates its unique ability Ant Hell!] This is the moment when the prey to be eaten has been upgraded to an annoying enemy. throbbing Legs sunk into the ground. ant hell. It is arge army-type wide-area skill that absorbs everything on the sand. If youre in the sand, all your actions will be restricted. It would literally be like a rat in a poison. Ooh, I cant move. The odds of survival less than 0.01%. Damn it, do something. A funeral in the desert is a no-brainer! shiver. Mouthwater flowed from the ant ghosts mouth. at the same time. The huge body slowly disappeared into the sand. * * * Okay. I watched as Jinhyeok sank to his waist. In fact, I didnt think that the dryad, Uasis, would be able to escape undetected. Even so, the reason I deliberately went through this route was because I knew how to get out of it even if I woke him up. Rather, the possibility of ant hell increased even more. I can shorten the time and at the same time, I can erase a debt to Uasis. Its hard to endure a situation where everyone is in trouble because of their own fault. Tears seemed to fall from her big eyes at any moment. In addition, I was able to check Freys momentary strength, so I literally ate a pheasant and an egg. Everyone, stay calm. Its not over yet. Jinhyuk calmly opened his mouth. Is there any way? Yeah. Theres something I can do. Just His words faltered slightly. Then, as if grabbing a hot kettle, Chun Yu-seong pped his head. I dont Never. I havent said anything yet? Are you saying youre going to do something while Im moving as a bait, or are you asking me to sacrifice for you? I already know that skillfully roasting people with words and driving them to death is your specialty. Seodang-gae said that in three years, he would recite the wind. Now that this guy is at this level, he seems to know what his future holds. Ill do it. The odds of survival are 0%, Frey nodded lightly. As if he didnt even know what it was like to die. His expressionless face didnt show any emotion. There was probably nothing he could do except to do as he was told. No , Jinhyeok pulled out a scythe made from a wraith tree. Im the bait. Besides escaping, theres one more thing you need to do, to test it . It was better not to have it as much as possible. Chapter 350 Episode 350. Old Guard (1) Slowly! Tsutsut! The dryads body copsed with an eerie destructive sound. Ah The short sigh that came out of his mouth was only imbued with despair. It had to be. The enemies now appearing in front of them were monsters far beyond their perception. armor and shield. Even the blessings of the spirits. None of that was of any use. Never I cant let these people go to Uasis. But that thought is just a fleeting wind. The dryads head rolled on the ground with one clean knife cut. cooong! Thepletely extinguished spark of life extinguished even that will. In less than three minutes, the thirty-seven dryads stationed at the entrance of the ruins were annihted. Considering that each one of them is the elite who have been selected from the vige. Its an unbelievable result. Youre boring. I cant even get rid of the rust on the knife like this. The slender man clicked his tongue. The runes written on the ink-colored sword were still shining softly. This is not for your own self-interest. Do not confuse your goals with your personal feelings. At the mans words, a woman with short ck hair stepped out. Likewise, she was examining the dead bodies of the dryads with a cold face, carrying a thin dagger with a dark ink color. Its cold. Work is all about having fun anyway Even if you act upright like that, they wont look at you. You bastard A sharp energy collided at the moment. It was so terrifying that the mana dissolved in the air was transformed. Old Guard. Rankers raised by Nyathotep in the tower with great care. It had already been Nyathoteps hands and feet for thousands of years, taking care of the towers dirty work. They are faithful hunting dogs and scavengers, and at the same time, they are skilled people who can attack quite a fewbyrinths and ruins alone. Another man inspected the inside of the ruins with his eyes closed. It was quite impressive that he was holding a longbow taller than his height in a solid body. A yer named Kang Jin-hyeok is currently in a cave to escape the storm. The number is five No, six if Jinjo is included. Hmm. I just went inside the cave. looks like it. A cave? There are hordes of ck scorpions sleeping there, right? Besides, the inside isnt usuallyplicated, right? Ohhh. Is there even a guide among the six? It would be impossible to find the right way in it unless its you or Phesis. A variety of reactions emerged. This is because it was difficult to understand Jinhyeoks reckless push. At the same time, curiosity about what kind of results would be produced through it was amplified. As expected, he seems to know that there is a crown on the Dune of the Sun. The tallest man among the four Old Guards stood up. Chunk! A massive greatsword over 2m long went into the scabbard on the back. We also speed up. Are you going straight into the dunes of the sun? No, if you look at his movement, he must have gone towards the ant ghost. One way is to steal the goods before thepetition. but. That way, there is room for being caught or leaving an unpleasant corner. If he even knew the shortcut it could have been more of a headache. Go there and get rid of them and secure the crown. for the perfect mission. Eliminating thepetition itself is the surest way. That would be fun. Dont kill Kang Jin-hyeok. Its a chess piece that Rick, the middle manager, likes. You should try. Then, I understand by saying that you can kill the rest. that buck Soon after, four Old Guards entered the gate. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Keeeeeeeee! The ant ghost roared wildly and ran amok. A prey with a limited range of motion in the sand. so that. It was normal to be able to eat it in one bite. Its only natural that its already over. Even so, that person was running away so much that the medicine was rising. As if you are wasting time. [The unique ability Blood Explosion is activated!] Pupperpuppung! Pew! Sand and drops of blood coalesced and exploded. In the dizzyingly obscured vision, Jinhyeok crossed the sand through the Gumma Cheonryeongbo. Due to the nature of Ant Hell, which is deeply immersive, the speed did note out even 1/3 of the original speed but it doesnt matter. After all, speed wasnt the most important thing in this fight. a little bit. Just a little more Jinhyeok continued to gauge the timing. I have to finish it before the guys outsidee all the way here. The elite of Hastings who excel in both skill and information. Knowing the entrance to the ruins must have also guessed where the crown was. Theyre probably predicting our current position and the direction were going to go in the future. Through Cheonrajimang, we left milestones from the entrance of the ruins to this ce. To estimate the average speed by calcting the distance the enemy travels per hour. If you calcte it no matter what choice they make, we will be one step behind. Its much faster than you think. That means they are monsters that are at least three levels superior to what was assumed. Then you have to choose a head-to-head match rather than shaking off. in more favorable ces and circumstances. Ready to catch them. And one of the conditions depends on that ant ghost. Keeeeeeeee! The ant ghost galloped again. Thinking about it again, the vitality of that size is unmatched. Seeing how he was still alive after being hit with the Blood st, the trademark of the family head of Decassus. Jinhyeok swung a scythe made from a ghost tree. Kick kick kick! One eyeball was torn horizontally. Whoa! Countless magic circles appeared in the air. [Circle 6 Aqua Storm is activated!] The selected magic is water attribute type. Water droplets rotating at high speed drew a pentagram. It was a great magic that saved only one destructive power while excluding other things. Try it cold. Kukukuku. The streams of water came together and rushed towards the ant ghosts face. Quaaaaaang! The view waspletely blocked by the massive stream of water. but. Kiii eh! The ant ghost was still in good health. The gaping mouth quickly approached Jinhyeoks nose. thick and The smell of rotting corpses disturbed his sense of smell. Teeth and teeth try to mesh. It is a preparation movement to tear the prey into small pieces and swallow it. now! The time weve been waiting for has finally arrived. Jinhyuk threw himself between his teeth. It could be said that it was almost simultaneous. Tadak! Tooth and tooth collided. However, Jin-hyeoks body had already gone inside by riding the ant ghosts neck. It was thanks to the perfect timing calction without a single error. It was close. Jinhyuk let out a small sigh of relief. Disrupt his line of sight with Aqua Storm. I was able to earn about 0.3 seconds thanks to paralyzing my sense of smell with blood pressure. If it was really slightly off, those teeth would have been chipped into pieces instead of entering the body alive. Its terrible even if Ie back here. I feel tingling because my nose hurts. The body of the ant ghost was extremely hot and filled with a terrible stench. Even so, I took all the risks because there was something I had to gain. inner end. A spiritual beast of this size always has an inneryer that supports it through the ages. It is the crystal of magical power, and at the same time, it is the heart that maintains the spirits life. I sent the rest of my party first to secure this. While Im wasting time, Ill head first to the Dunes of the Sun through a hidden passage. Now you just have to get over thest hurdle. Jinhyeok followed the inner wall of the swarm and headed deep into the body of the ant ghost. Fortunately, it was so big that there was enough space for an adult male to pass through. How long did it take? The dark wall gradually brightened and a space equivalent to a small room appeared. Finally, they reached the ce where the heart of the ant ghost is. Thats it. Possibly because it contained miasma, I saw an orb that was tinged with ck light. That is the inside of the ant ghost. It wont be easy to purify the miasma. If entering this guys body was the first step. Purifying the poison around the inner altar is the second gateway. If I didnt know how to touch it, it would have be a handful of blood in less than a minute. In fact, one of the gods of the old demon world touched that inner hem with his bare hands, and it disappeared within a week. Jinhyuk carefully looked around. Parts! w! The area around the inner hem burns ck. Its really poisonous to say that its terrible. To alleviate that Idokgong poison (Զ). Poison ovees with poison. [Trait abilities Thousand Poison, ck Tears and Blood Magic are fused!] Dark Tears obtained from Heavens Poison, which handles a thousand poisons, and the Witch of Weeping. It is served with hemp melted in the blood. As the three powers merged into one, a dark red light gushed out. Cuckoo Cuckoo! When one attribute is maximized in this way, the burden on the body is also beyond imagination. In other words, you have to pay a price in order to acquire strong abilities. But in this situation, you have to move forward even if you are overreacting. thump! thump! thump! It feels like my blood vessels are about to burst. Horrible pain spread to every corner due to the aftermath of the runaway mana. Right then. [Seeded in fusion!] [You have acquired the unique ability Endless Poison(f)!] [Endless Poison(f)] Difficulty to obtain: SS Description: Ten thousand poisons that can destroy the heavens. Your understanding of the numerous poisons in the tower is increased by 250%. Even the masters of poison, Sichuan Dangmen, and even the gods of the upper echelons will not dare to talk about poison in front of this ability. [Fused abilities are stored in Memory of the World!] Alright. Whoa! Breathing became easier. The poisonous air around the inner hem, which I couldnt even see properly, felt ayer thinner. Where does the poison flow? what its ingredients are. It was because I started perceiving it much more clearly. When the myeollmandok bloomed, a green light followed Jinhyeoks fingertips. At the same time as his hand crossed the air, the miasma gathered around the inner hem began to slowly dissipate. Slowly Im almost there, but Im not vignt. A little more carefully Cold sweat ran down Jinhyeoks forehead. As it is a delicate work that requires a high degree of concentration, I did not let out a single breath. [The miasma surrounding the inner hem haspletely disappeared!] Thats it! Jinhyeok managed to swallow the shout. The time has finallye to secure the results of all the hard work. But just before getting my hands on the inner hem. Kwaaang! A strong shock shook his whole body. Kuh!? The shock didnt happen internally. From the outside. Something attacked the ant ghost. Cheeik! The smoke cleared, revealing a huge vent. and. Beyond the circle measuring more than 1m four men and women dressed in ck appeared. Undoubtedly. These are the guys Hasting sent. This is the timing I raised the speed to the maximum and calcted it. They got here faster than that. Chapter 351 Episode 351. Old Guard (2) Koo-ung! The giant body of the ant ghost copsed. Sand was scattered in all directions with a roar. The named monster, which hadnt budged so much, was knocked down by two arrows. Those guys Jinhyeoks eyes narrowed. They were definitely the ones I met on the 50th floor. The name must be the residents called Old Guard. Even if they were notparable to Godheads, they were rankers that corresponded to quite a few heroes. Like Theseus in Greece or Joonkyung Cheok in Korea. It means that they are on the same level as those who have been recognized for their numerous achievements and have risen in rank. As expected, the 50th floor was involved. The fact that Nyathoteps bodyguards, who can float freely on the towers stairs, havee here must mean that they are extremely wary of the crown gathering together. Are you Kang Jin-hyeok? The tallest man opened his mouth. The other three were also outstanding, but they possess magical powers that are uniquely different. that guy is the boss Thats right. Im Kang Jin-hyeok. What about you? We are called the Old Guard. Those who keep the bnce of the tower lets just say. The guardian of bnce is a horn. They must be the cleaners who do the dirty work of the high-ranking people. Yeah. They seem to be very good friends. So why did people like the Earth Defense Force find me? I know youre aiming for the crown. Sreung! The greatsword that was on the mans back was pulled out. On a dark day, the length alone exceeds 2m. Even if you brush it, it feels like it will be torn apart rather than cut. Are you saying you dont wantpetitors? Because its a caution to do things neatly. Im sorry, but I have to die here. creepy A cold life began to encroach on the surroundings. There are four residents that correspond to the hero ss. Besides, those guys specialize in taking down enemies stronger than themselves. Ill have to shake it up here. You can increase your odds only if you create even a smallmotion or gap. The corners of Jinhyuks lips twisted subtly. Among the old guards, if youre a tall man who uses a greatsword, youre probably Hound. All of them are good, but the 1st in the hierarchy didnte directly. Youre 4th at most, arent you pretending to be too strong? Words thrown around. But the meaning behind those words was never light. ! ? What An earthquake urred in the pupils of the three men and women. How do you know my name? The Hound, who had been nominated, also waved at the tip of his sword. Nyathoteps bodyguard, the Old Guard, is one of the most secretive organizations within the Tower. Even the managers didnt know exactly who the members were. But one yer. How the hell is this a kid who hasnt been in the tower for 3 years yet? Someone told me about the Old Guard I couldnt exin it other than this. but. It doesnt make sense to even know my rank. The sequence is only Nyathotep. Information that only one person knows. The Houndsposure shook even more violently. and that gap. Jinhyeok did not miss. Jin-hyeok secured dogdom. Took. elerated through Gumma Cheonryeongbo. Jinhyeoks body immediately headed for the entrance on the other side. It is because of the idea of escaping the confusion as the only way out. Where do you dare! The Hound, who came to his senses at a slow tempo, shouted. at the same time. Whoops Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! Three beams of light pierced the air. As if the man with the longbow was not even ready, he put the next arrow on the string. As long as Im there, not a single ant can escape. ck Rock. As a member of the Old Guard, he is one of the top 10 shrines in the entire tower. It means that even Artemis or Hercules of Olympus are monsters that are hard to get an upper hand on. Caught by a troublesome hunter. If that guy is determined and aiming for it, running through the passage immediately before is tantamount tomitting suicide. Jinhyeok immediately changed direction. It was on the far narrower and cramped side of the cave. like that. into the dark aisle. Jinhyeoks bodypletely disappeared. You got it right. Yes. As long as you went down that road, its over. After running away, you will eventually realize that the ce you went to is a single road. At first nce, it looked like another exit, but in fact, there is no way out of that passage. Be sure to capture him alive. We need to figure out the source of the information he has. yes. okay. Is it a sheep hunt after a while? It must be fun. After the Houndsmand, the chase began. Jinhyeok, who entered the aisle, elerated even more. Im sure youll be relieved that I drove you to a dead end. Theyll think I dont know the geography of this ce. however. After a while, you will know how wrong that idea is. I was going to pay a very high price for trying to y tag with the rotten water in the Tower of Trials. Before that Jinhyeok quickly activated the personal status window. [Real-time transaction requires a usage fee of 1000000 coins. Would you like to proceed anyway? Y/N] Ill pay. It was a waste of coins, but I cant help it here. In order to deal with them, there were ingredients other than dogmatism that were absolutely necessary. Originally, I was thinking of taking a little more time and procurement locally. As circumstances change, we must respond ordingly. [Waiting for the other partys eptance.] Turrr Turrr The ringing tone rang several times. And right at that moment. Tring! Hmm. This is unexpected again. A familiar voice echoed along with a small video. Rick Hennessy. The owner of the top of the heavyweight ss and the middle manager of the tower appeared. Hmm. I was just about to go to bed, but why did you keep calling me at thiste hour? Im sorry for interrupting your break. Its so urgent. Heh heh. What can I help you with? Rickughed out loud, still smiling. Im being chased by some troublesome guys right now, and I need a few items to deal with them. If yer Kang Jin-hyeok is being chased then theyre not ordinary pursuers. Nyathotep are the personal guards of the godhead. They call themselves the Old Guard. Do you know? There was a gap of about 0.1 seconds at Jinhyeoks words. But it was only for a short while. This is the first time Ive heard of it. Even the managers have limited information about that floor. Ah, of course, thats right. Its okay. What I want to ask you anyway is the item side. Tell me. Rick got up slowly. A huge amount of items caught my eye beyond the status window. These are rare items that are difficult to even look at. All I need is Jinhyeok opened his mouth. I went this way. The distance is about 500m. You are moving more slowly than I thought. ckrock measured the distance to the target. Thats strange. I thought Id be almost to the end of the aisle by now. The Hound also carefully examined the marks left on the floor. It must have been less than a minute since I passed this ce. When you think about the specs he has. It was impossible. There must be something behind them. They might be buying time, so leave it to me and Ill go and take care of it alone. A bobbed-haired woman no, the 27th rank of the Old Guard, called Sally, insisted on a quick pursuit. but. no. Hound felt something out of ce in Jinhyeoks behavior. I heard that hes been through all sorts of hardships. The fact that such a mudfish deliberately slows down means that there must be a reason for us to follow him. You mean a trap? Yes. Apparently, you already know that the passage is blocked. It means that choosing a single road was not simply to avoid a predicament. Its interesting. The corners of the Hounds mouth went up. I thought it was just an ordinary hunt. I think this mission will be a lot more fun. Dont miss the little things. Immediately, four shadows crossed the cave. how much time had passed like that? Leader. Yes The Hound found a rune word drawn on the floor. between rocks and crevices. Although it was cleverly hidden using sand. It was impossible to avoid the eyes of the Ranger, ck Rock. Its a barrier. Thats a fairly high level. 5 stars no, it might be 6 stars or more. To make a trap with this barrier in such a short amount of time. After all, it is a formidable prey. Normally, the hunter would rather be hunted. but. In normal cases, thats just what it means. In this case, there is no trick. Kwak Kwak Kwak! Hound cut the greatsword and destroyed the crest that is the core of the barrier. without a single error. It was an extremely clean swordsman. If you respond carefully in this way, there will be no variables. It keeps moving. The Hound took the lead. After that, several types of various traps came out, but they were not enough to fool the Old Guard. Kwak! Pew! All the traps made with great care were neutralized. Barriers, various magics, and very rare items disappeared meaninglessly. Thest ce reached like that. Jin-hyeok, whose ns failed, was left alone. It was pretty good. To be honest, if it werent for us, your n would have worked. The Hound was genuinely appreciative. As expected, its like an old guard. I didnt expect it toe without a single wound. Thanks to that, the things I bought at a high price have turned into scraps of toilet paper. Its nice that you gave up so quickly. Then, would you like to tell us how you found out about us? Huh? Why should I say that? Now that youve exhausted all of your cards. If you dont want to die painfully, wouldnt it be better to open that mouth? Hound drew a line at Jinhyeoks limbs with his greatsword. As if warning that he would cut off each limb one by one. however. Despite the bloody threats, Jinhyeok still only shrugged his shoulders leisurely. ah Did you think that this was all I prepared? Then, Im really sorry. That expectation. Because it was shattered. What was in front of me was simply warming up. Disturbing the gaze and giving a usible reason. The real thing is now [The Mirror that Breaks Boundaries and Leevenths 11 Jewels resonate!] [ The String Connecting Faith is activated!] 8 of the 11 Livens Jewels purchased expensively from Rick A dog was used for this magic. Ughhh! With dazzling light. The field of view waspletely changed. Dune of the Sun. A majestic view of the ce where the crown was supposed to be buried was revealed. This is The Hound faced the greatsword, and in front of them there were people who were fully prepared for battle. [Trait ability] Each ability bloomed. [Sword Song is activated!] [Blessing of the Stars is activated!] [Puppet y is activated!] [Whisper of the Forest is activated!] Now lets fight properly. Lets match the numbers fairly. Jinhyeok smiled brightly. Chapter 352 Episode 352. Old Guard (3) Chun Yu-seong and Teresa, and Frey and Uasis each released their own unique abilities. Whoa! Tremendous magic power surged along with the brilliant light. Leave your colleagues on standby Did you connect the dimensions? The Hound opened his mouth slowly. I predicted the traps, but I didnt even see that there would be a n like this. but. That reaction was short-lived. So what are you going to do? No way, did you think this would change the game? I dont know if at least hundreds of thousands of troops are herpes. For the Old Guard, this level of ambush was just ridiculous. It was because he was not used to dealing with melee and multiple enemies, so it was bing a daily routine. The most annoying enemy is a doll with blue hair. Homunculus Rumor has it that it will be auctioned off. It waspleted in the end. okay. As long as youre careful with that, variables dont exist. Chunk! Hound drew his greatsword. Cuckoo Cuckoo! A vicious aura covered the entire sword body. Damn it. Whats with that ignorant guy? Chun Yuseong immediately asked. Huh? What? What, what is it? A middle manager who suddenly asked if it was Rick or something told me to prepare for an enemy toe this way soon. Arent monsters out of the standard flocking in! Umm that? Its not a big deal. I can only look at it, but it wont be a fistful to you, right? Jinhyeok deliberately made a joke, but Chun Yooseongs expression didnt look good. The magic power transmitted to the skin is so hot that it hurts. I cant even guess how strong the enemies are. It wont be easy to deal with 1:1. Teresa added a word. I was thinking of even activating Corruption, but I wasnt sure if I could deal with one person properly with that. I think the transformation of the ruins has something to do with them. The reverberation of magic is simr. Its terrifying. Lastly, Uasis grasped the magical energy flowing from the bodies of the Old Guards. Whatever it is. As long as what each wants oveps, fighting is inevitable. Kill them. Everyone except Kang Jin-hyeok. With Houndsmand, a full-scale battle began. Kwaaaang! bang! bang! Quaang! Magic and magic collide. Chun Yoo-seong unfolded the ughter sword and confronted Sally of the Old Guard head-on. Dozens of sword attacks came and went in less than 10 seconds. The afterimages were also a series of quick swords that were difficult to properly judge. Its quite good. For a human, I mean. A mischievous smile crept across Sallys lips. Youre so damn fast. Chun Yuseong bit his mrs. I used the fastest herbivore among the herbivore possessed, but the opponent read all swords too leisurely. Its the first feeling Ive felt since fighting that goddamn dead person. Kakakakang! Again the sword cut through the air. The mes were scattered and left an afterimage in the air. A strong person like you would have noticed with this battle? Yeah Thats right. To be honest, I dont think I can win. The stronger you are, the more you have to get used to measuring the gap with your opponent. It means that because you know your level, your eyes to predict the match will be sharper. but. Chun Youseong grabbed the sword with both hands. hundreds of times. no thousands of times. Tried and failed again. In order to win the first match, I drank the bitter cup of countless defeats so far. Is that why? I dont know about anything else Im higher than that child when ites to my tenacity not to give up even if I die. Parts. A beautiful melody rode the sword and began to sing. In order to climb the tower in the meantime, while swordsman and swordsmanship are in harmony . To surpass a single rival. Everything that had been built up was set on fire. !! Sally crossed her two swords. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! A blow like a mountain hit the top of the sword. I couldnt let go of all the shock. The title of Sword Saint is definitely a title that I do not deserve. Following your words, there are still countless enemies that I cannot ovee. Chun Youseong immediately prepared for the next meal. The sums that were naturally connected like flowing water reminded me of a huge sword. Cuckoo Cuckoo! The magic power on the sword deepened even more. At the same time, Sallys feet, which were receiving the attack, dug into the ground little by little. However, I will defeat you today and rise to a position worthy of that title with my own strength. such a cheeky kid go. The swords danced again. Sheesh. Son of Shelly. Hard work. ck Rock, who was casting an arrow, clicked his tongue. It was because he was frustrated at not being able to subdue even a mere swordsman. The two of you take care of it quickly. The famous Old Guard doesnt save face when hes dragged around by small talkers. less two. Teresa and Yuasis. It is abination of an all-round dealer capable of tanking and healing and a long-distance dealer. As the leader of the Dryads, all he can do is y with them from a distance Is this the one who uses divine power? Hmm. If you look at each one, its nothing, but if the two of them work together, an assortment wille out somehow. At least. I dont think it will end too easily. Tsutsut. ck Rock, which disappeared in an instant, appeared above the heads of the two. Lets start by looking at the reaction speed Buuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu bang! An arrow cut through the air. from above. Under. A ray of light fell. Careful! Teresa took out her shield a littleter to protect Uasis. However, the shield ricocheted off with a single arrow. The impact shook his entire body as if he had been hit head-on by a battering ram. Oops! Miss Teresa! Uais put an arrow made of twisted hair on a string. A momentary gap that the tankers treasured. You must not miss this opportunity. Fain! Arrows made of hair ran in a straight line. fast. urate. Only slow. Thats it. The time it took for ckrock to reload his arrows was faster than the speed at which the arrows flew. furthermore. It wasnt just the speed that was surprising. It wasnt enough to hit the tip of the arrow in the air, and the second arrow flowed down the side of the arrow shot by Uasis. Fuck! Kyaaaagh! A scream of pain erupted from Yuasis mouth. An arrow went through his shoulder and went straight into the wall on the other side. Its dangerous Theresa instinctively used corruption. Now we have to fight regardless of the judges. On the other hand. A short distance away, another battle was about to unfold. My opponent is you. But its not bad to hunt the strongest prey. The fourth figure of the Old Guard. He was a melee martial artist called Roy Fang. His entire body was covered in red tattoos, and his sleek, hairless hair was impressive. cooong! A bluish-green me erupted as they shed their fists. The two attributes of ice and poison were synthesized. You know me? Frey, who was pointed out, tilted his head. You know. Isnt the greatest masterpiece created by an alchemist is you? Personally, I am very happy to have the opportunity to hunt a homunculus called Alpha. Roy Fang burned with enthusiasm. Carrying out Nyathoteps orders, of course Hunting strong prey was the driving force that made him feel alive. I dont know what satisfaction is. I dont know if its good to fight a strong enemy. Is that so? Then, why are you fighting? At Royfangs words, Frey looked at the daggers in both hands for a moment. The reason he fights Thats There is someone I want to protect. The person who first gave it a name. The one who promised to be with me as arade, not as a fighting weapon as a tool. I want to be with that person a little more If theres a reason, thats all. A fierce battle ensued. Jinhyeok carefully examined the situation. It holds up better than I thought. Thanks to everyones help, we were able to create gaps for three out of four. There is only one thing left. hound. He is the leader of this member. Even though the other three attacked, Hounds fighting power was so great that he couldnt win. The point of this fight is not who wins whom. To obtain the crown of defeat. That must be the purpose and reason foring here. Seeing that youre working hard, you must be calcting how to get your hands on the crown. Well, you shouldnt easily blow away the opportunity you got while sacrificing your colleagues. Its a bit harsh. Its a sacrifice. Everyone came out voluntarily. and. Why do you think our side will be sacrificed? I saw the power of the Goinmul Corporation too funny. I havent even seen this one yet. Whoops! Jinhyeok opened the subspace inventory. with dazzling light. A second group of reinforcements appeared. Mosquito! The sweet potato proudly stretched out its four legs. The ck scales and amber eyes were zing with fire. There, standing beside sweet potato was a lofty nobleman with long silver hair hanging down. Alice von Ataraxia. If the Old Guard are hounds that ughter the top rankers inside the tower Elise is one of the absolute symbols of the tower. It is said that even if it is not the prime time, the experience and dignity will not be damaged. I promised. When this job is over, I have to eat where I want. The menu has to be what I want. There must be no other interruptions. Especially not that blue-haired girl or stupid saint! Never! Promise! Okay? Elise shot with a pouty face. He said he would work hard to release it, but it seems that there are still a lot ofints. Yes, yes. I promise you that. Heung! Well, Ill try to believe this just once. Dont worry about that, just focus. This is not an enemy to be dealt with lightly. I know. Did you feel that the enemy was unusual? Elise did her best from the beginning. [Ellis activates her unique holynce Revtion of the Gaebyeok!] With a red ring. A fire soared as if the sun was manifesting. Dozens of red harpoons sprang out through the shimmering space. Are you going to deal with the guy in front of you? I can deal with that guy. You guys help the rest. Especially since Teresa-san and Uasis-san are having a hard time, starting with that one. Okay. Then, lets move quickly with the spirit beasts. Elise nodded her head at the spirits that came out with her. Yes, leave it to me, Master. Well fight hard. Well give you a very mess. Hehe. Uh. What kind of fools have offended our bloodless, cold-blooded people? The spirit beasts were ttering all kinds of ttery. Ancestor to the ancient species. Even the spirits there. This is a situation that is quite worth doing. But, right at that moment. Cuckoo Cuckoo! The quicksand in the sand dunes began to vibrate violently. Due to the interior characteristics that change depending on the position of the sun, the position of the sand began to change. sparkle. It was then that a ck light appeared in the sand. In a huge amount of grains. ! found. Jinhyuks and Hounds eyes shone at the same time. Undoubtedly. The crown of the ind is in that torrent. Chapter 353 Episode 353. Crown of Paedo (1) A ck object visible through the tinum sand. It is the Crown of Paedo that the Heavenly Demon possessed. It is the key to reaching the 50th floor, and the highest level artifact that possesses power that is different from other relics with its own specs. The time has finallye to get your hands on it. Eye of gluttony saw through the target. Tring! [Crown of defeat] Difficulty to obtain: Impossible to measure Description: It is one of the 7 crowns that exist in the tower, and means overwhelming force. All stats and stats possessed +30 The level of Eye of Gluttony is low, so it is impossible to check detailed information. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. good. It is genuine without a doubt. pounding! pounding! pounding! My heart started beating fast. The option to increase all your stats does not simply mean that you increase the basic 4 stats of strength, agility, horsepower, and stamina. Gap and adaptive It means that it even raises luck-rted stats. A truly deceptive trait. In particr, there was no way to obtain additional gaps other than avoiding the attack of the Minotaur on the first floor. But this is the only way to raise it indirectly. Besides its also the key to going to the 50th floor. A key item that is absolutely necessary to enter the 50th floor. Afterwards, even in order to take advantage of the position with the gods and the great powers of the upper echelon This must be obtained unconditionally. I want to go and catch it right away, but Im not the type to leave it alone. If you behave clumsily, you will be punished instead. At the very least, youll have to distract them or do some damage to create a gap. Moment. Whoa! The energying out of Jinhyeoks body haspletely changed. It was the possessiveness thates out when you see something you really want. Do you really think youllpete with me? The Hound asked, puzzled. And to that question Did you really think that you would fight with me while acting as a hunting dog on the 50th floor? Jinhyuk replied with a bright smile. Hounds Well, since we dont know them well, we can only be seen as hounds. No, theyve already gone through what theyve been through. Its sickening to the bone. Are you using the expression that you are fed up with having only one victory? Hmm From the Hounds point of view, I have no choice but to think that way. He said he only fought Shub Nigurath once. And in fact, that one battle it was difficult to see it as a proper victory. Well, thats right. It would be impossible to fight head-to-head against them yet. Not yet? Yes. Not yet. Right now, Im crouching down. You will be stronger in the future. To catch up with the past heyday. To see the top of the tower that no one has reached. like that. Even beings on the 50th floor. I intend to once again reach a ce where even the deities who dominate each myth cant be reached. sereung. Jinhyeok pulled out the twin dragon sword and fangs. A pair of swords of different lengths tinged with excitement. The other friends are fighting hard, but we cant just y around. Then, lets have fun. The time for regret will be very short. There are no living yers among those who faced me. Jinhyeok and Hound moved at the same time. fault! Quaang! with a great roar. The two new faces have disappeared. * * * Attack from the bottom right. Boooooong! The sound of the wind pierces the eardrums. At the same time, Jinhyuk twisted the trajectory of the greatsword using his fangs. Puffer Puck! Immediately, sand sttered in all directions. The word ignorant is a blow thates out of nowhere. However, without blinking an eye, the second sword strike rushed towards the torso. ! cant avoid this Jinhyeok prepared for the shock by holding the twin dragon swords in front of him. Quaang! A heavy impact prated from the fingertips to the top of the head. A ranker corresponding to the hero ss. Its great too. If you simply look at the destructive power, it wasparable to the giants. however. Its a power fight Parts! I also have this one if its suitable for it. [Inherent ability Tombgraves right arm is activated!] The power of the giants dwelled in the right arm. As the muscles expanded, the quality of the magical energy flowing through the blood vessels also changed. Kwaaang! bang! Quaang! The greatsword and the sword collided, and dazzling sparks were scattered. It was a series of sword strikes that seemed to shatter his forehead if he even brushed against them. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! Behind Jinhyeoks sand, a long wound about 10m was formed. Likewise, a wound of simr length was made on the opposite side where the hound was standing. The three strikes, which made use of the rotational power, headed for the nape of the neck. one sum. Two sums Twenty sums. Hmm. As the battle continued, the Hounds eyes began to shake little by little. Its a natural story. He has been on numerous missions under Nyathotepsmand, but none has been able to withstand his attacks to this extent. Absolutely its not about strength or speed. Rather, that part was pushed beyond the rest of the Old Guard who came with it. However, there was one thing that made up for all those ws and made itst. timing. To be precise, it intentionally reduces its power by intervening at the very moment right before its maximum destructive power is exerted. Kwaaang! It is the same this time. The sword swayed subtly sideways. In terms of time, it was less than 0.1 second, but the Hound was deprived of his breath. It wasnt a coincidence. Not sure if it was once or twice. Except for the first 3 times, all attacks did not go as nned. More than anything else, the more we exchanged sums, the more urately the uracy of reading our breathing became frighteningly urate. As if Im feeling a little better now. When the decision was not reached even in the 39th match, the two men distanced themselves for a while. This amazing. The Hound let out a voice filled with pure admiration. At this point, even if you dont want to admit it, you cant help but admit it. As much as the power to read each individuals breath. The fact that your opponent is above you. Is that why you were so confident? He must have judged that if he waited for his stamina to drop while inducing me to lose control like this, he would naturally be able to get his hands on the crown. In fact, even at this moment, Jinhyeok was shifting his center of gravity little by little to the side where the crown was. While pretending to focus on the fight on the outside, all nerves were directed to the crown. Among the most prominent monsters in the tower, the Old Guard against himself in the fourth position. You took such a break. Ku-k-k-k-k-ha-ha! Hound burst intoughter. It was such a big madness that the fights of others stopped for a moment. That trivial calction is irritating. Even if you focus on even one cell, its not enough. You sold one eye. The timing and breathing are just fine. Remnants of skill are useless in the face of overwhelming power. Now, I will tell you how big of a mistake that thought was. Cuckold country! Red runes were revealed following the ink-colored greatsword. [The seal of the Old Guard is released.] [The unique holy spear Ring of Reverse Heaven is activated!] The greatsword moved slowly. The twin dragon swords and fangs reacted to this. however. Its over, kid. Kwadeuk. The moment sword meets sword. A sound that should never be heard rang out. Kuh!? An earthquake urred in Jinhyeoks pupils. It was because the dagger made from the fangs of the phantom beast Pentagris started to crack. The illusion that time has stopped has arisen in the work that has destroyedmon sense. But this is not an illusion. It wasnt even a fucking dream. Crunchy. Ending with a crack that gradually grows. The de of the fang waspletely split. The weapon that has been together for a long time has lost its luster. [Absolute judgment copse effect has been activated.] Red status windows appeared one after another. How is it? Are you still looking at the crown? A fishy smile lingered on Hounds lips. I was certain that Jin-hyeok would be in a panic right now because there is no one who would not panic after losing his weapon. but. * * * Ryun of Reversal I finally got to see that proud native voice again. Jinhyuk had already predicted that this situation would unfold. Its unfortunate that I lost my fangs, but I cant help it. His gaze turned to the status window of the hound disyed in the Eye of Gluttony. Name: Crexus de Acacius Alias: Hound Level: 315 Stats: Strength 533 Agility 215 Stamina 305 Magic Power 255 Foreign Gods Will 644 Unique Ability: Reverse Heaven Unique Lance: Reverse Heaven Ring Skill: Description of Skill There are too many of them, and they have been put into a copsible state. Details: Acacius, a resident of the 20th floor approximately 1300 years ago, was one of the nobles belonging to the Lost Empire. However, due to the power struggle in the tower, the entire family was destroyed, and as a result, the world was disillusioned and he tried to end his life. It was then that Nyathotep recognized his talent and made him one of his Old Guard. [Copy condition] In order to copy the targets ability, you must sacrifice something corresponding to it. Depending on the target sacrificed, the sess of copying the ability is determined, and the more valuable the target, the higher the perfection of the copied ability. The reason I gave up my weapon is to copy this ability. As he said, the crown was the top priority, but a group of such outstanding people gathered. It doesnt make sense to not copy abilities. Id like to copy all of them, but given the circumstances, copying one or two if youre lucky is the limit. And the ability to decorate the first is the unique ability of the leader, Hound. Please Jinhyeok swallowed dry saliva. As much as I threw away my cherished fangs, I hope this is acknowledged [The requirements for ability copying have not been met.] [Additional sacrifices are required.] Since this is an outrageous ability, even this is not enough. Or pay for something bigger and more expensive. Or at least hit a lot of sheep. shit. However, it is not possible to give up Balmung. There is a new way to procure the lost fangs within the Dune of the Sun, but its difficult beyond this. Having to give up even Balmung, which is optimized for hunting dragons. Because it means the belly button is bigger than the stomach. If so Jinhyeoks eyes shed. I came up with a way to secure the crown, copy the ability and at the same time deal with all the troublesome old guards. The risk is very high, but it is possible if a few circumstances are right. I just have to try it once. Took. Jinhyuk showed his back. Heading towards the quicksand with the crown of defeat. Puhaha! As expected, one thought is simple. Is the most worrying thing to do is run to grab the crown while praying! Hound, confident of victory, began to pursue closely behind him. Chapter 354 Chapter 354. Crown of Paedo (2) The time when Jinhyeok and Hound were confronting each other. Woo woo woo! Quack Kwa Kwa Kwa! Waves of red fresh blood swept across the area. The huge sand dune copsed in one blow, and blood sprayed in all directions. Kuk! ckrock bit his tongue. The war situation was going in their favor until just a moment ago. However, the situation began to flow strangely due to the intervention of a new variable. Alice von Ataraxia Is it the former head of the family who was kicked out by the other heads? In his heyday, he was an absolute that no one could touch. If I hade at that time, the entire Old Guard, including the captain, would have buried their bones here. Even though the Old Guards were hounds that hunted the heroes in the tower, they could not hunt rankers of the same rank. but. Its all a story assuming the past. What is now in front of my eyes is just a fragment of it. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Red blood flowed again. At the same time, Uasis arrow pierced the air. Quaang! Kwaaang! A tricky attack. Of course, you dont have to respond to each of these things. As long as you take the time, the odds will turn this way anyway. as if to prove it. Enough! A sharp shout rang out. [The unique Holy Spear Petelops yer is activated!] [Breath of Crawling Darkness has been used!] A new unique Holy Spear has been activated on Sallys side facing Cheonyuseong. As the relics received from Nyathotep merged, blurry shadows began to rise all at once along the ground. Kleurreu Kieek! The shadows soon formed a brother. They are red-eyed monsters with eight legs. It was difficult to have all of them possess unusual magical powers, but it was the number that really mattered. Even if you estimate by eye, there are more than a hundred. No matter how hard the sweet potatoes and spirits were fighting, they couldnt deal with these numbers. Is this a bit too much? Yes. Thats right. You have to run away. Still, wouldnt it be better to be killed by those guys than to be killed by the owner for disobeying orders? Everyone be quiet. My head hurts. The spirit beasts hesitated and stepped back. Mooogiii! At least the ancient species, Sweet Potato, did not lose momentum, but the monsters whose emotions were eliminated were also not intimidated by the peers of the ancient species. an imminent situation. It was the magic beasts who broke the bnce. Using their long legs, the beasts quickly closed the distance and started attacking everything in front of them at random. Cuckoo Cuckoo! The gnomes wrapped around the earthen wall like a shield. Undine and Sylphid used magic made from water and wind to make the barrier even stronger. Keeeee! Koooooo! The monsters mmed their bodies into the wall and climbed up. des made of water and wind gnawed at their fingernails, but that wasnt enough to stop them. The Demon Beasts reached the top of the wall and took a posture to leap downward. But that was then. The lowly ones dare to show their teeth in front of anyone and attack? Elises harpoon fell like a heavy rain. Fuck! Puffer Puck! Hundreds of harpoons created wind holes in the beasts bodies. Kek! Keep it! Even the magic beasts that easily endured the magic of Undine and Sylphid could not withstand the bombardment of such ignorant power. In an instant, dozens of monsters fell off the wall and rolled on the floor. like that. Just when everyone was fighting fiercely. now! bang! Jinhyeok kicked off his seat and started running. Heading towards the ce where the crown of defeat is located. How stupid! Hound immediately chased after him. The opponent who lost his weapon lost his temper and showed his back Now the match is as if it has been decided. All thats left to do is stab that fool in the back just in case he gets his hands on the crown. Hound calmly kept his distance. Its a barrier Hound did not neglect his vignce even while chasing after Jinhyeok. His gaze swam around the sand. About 6 stars. It is clearly a form of barrier that reduces power. He must have made a medium by ordering his colleagues who had arrived here first. I dont know what kind of scheme it is, but to think that I can weaken my magical power with a barrier like this. Theres really nothing butughter. No, I felt sorry for him thinking that this was hisst trump card. fault! The Hound sped up a little more. It was because he could see Jinhyeoks hand touching the crown. take that gap Booung! The greatsword aimed precisely at the spinal cord. I was thinking of cutting my breath in one blow. however. Something unusual happened in Jinhyeoks body, who was only running forward. Did he take out another weapon? Even if it is, it doesnt matter. Anyway, the limit of the opponents magical power is set. Even if he took out a more powerful relic rather than the dagger from earlier, it would not act as a variable. but creepy What, what!? Goosebumps ran through Hounds body. Its incredible magic. To the extent that it is difficult to dare to fathom its end. * * * sacrifice. It is a special effect that increases attack power by 100 times when fangs are destroyed arbitrarily. I didnt know it would be used for ability copying but it can still y a role as a hidden card. Jinhyeok opened the subspace inventory. Thest item you bought from Rick. Green Frog Chocte option: transfers the ability attached to the item. However, depending on the characteristics of the weapon, the degree ofpletion of the transferred ability will be different. misread. As I bit into the chocte, the hot energy spread through my veins and spread throughout my body. Normally, even if you take green frog chocte, the efficiency of ability transfer is not high. Wouldnt it be better if a cksmith the size of Orun worked day and night for about a week? It was because it was not easy to fix a disparate ability to another item in the first ce. but. There is one case that allows for a perfect transfer without the help of Orun. If the root of the item is from a single root. In other words. When it is a weapon made from a phantom beast called Pentagris, the metastasis can fully exert its power. Whoops! A long longbow appeared in Jinhyeoks hand. Another symbol of Pentagris is the mr. The effect of the arrow made with the Blessing of the Stars and the transition effect with the tree frog chocte ovepped. The reason I opened a barrier that weakens magical power is not to keep you in check. Rather, it was to reduce the outrageous destructive power through self-sacrifice. With this, Teresa and Chun Yoo-seong can use their power to their hearts content without fear of getting involved. Eat. The protest at Jinhyeoks fingertips shook. White light condensed into a single point. The zing white me gnawed at even the air around it. It is a blow that gathers all mana and blows it at close range. There is no way to avoid it. Tsutsut. A single ray of light drew a long line. A roar then echoed along the sound. soon Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! A storm beyond imagination raged. Kuaaa! A long scream erupted from the Hounds mouth. * * * Chii Ik! A long plume of smoke billowed up where the arrow had crossed. The crater created by the burning of the sand had no end in sight. As if to prove how powerful the blow was, the sound of thunder still deafened my eardrums. Heh, heo, heo, heo Jinhyeok took a deep breath. A whopping 100 times the power. The aftermath of activating the special ability of the fangs came all at once. It feels like my whole body is about to be torn to pieces. Even though the whole body was protected multiple times with the Blessing of the Stars and barriers, each cell was screaming. of course. Opponents hit by this attack will not be able to survive. I was sure shit. Your unique vocalnce ispletely outside the standard. How can you survive even after being hit with it? Jinhyuk ate a bitter taste. Keuuuuuuuuuu The Hound climbed slowly from the middle of the crater. A missing arm and a tattered body. His whole body was bruised, but he did not die. Its really dirty, its a solid body. Because even phantom beasts were hit directly with power that could instantly kill them. This tear kill The Hound staggered away. Dont overdo it. Then youll really die. In the current state, even a kindergartener will get beaten up, right? no really Even if Undine is defeated by the dew, it may copse. Dontdontugh. You dont even seem to have the strength to lift a fingerwith the one you justdo you think thisis over. Even at this moment, Hounds wounds were rapidly recovering. 10 minutes ahead. If thats enough, you can go back to your original condition. But itll take 10 minutes The hound, distorted with rage, picked it up from among the sand. crown of defeat. The crown, which had bounced off from the attack earlier,nded right next to the Hound. With this if only, killing one of you wouldnt be a big deal. Giving him the crown would have to be done after that. The crown is the strongest holy relic that can be used even by beings on the 50th floor. Those who use this will be able to reach the realm of the absolute. You fool allowed me to hold this in my hands it was your defeat. Hound put on the crown with a fishy smile on his face. And right at that moment. Kiki Kiki Kick! The first cacophony I had ever heard in my life pierced my nerves. Keugh Kwaaaaaagh! A terrible scream poured from the Hounds mouth. The holy relic, which should have given him enormous power, was rather trying to burn his body. Kuaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa! The Hound continued to yell as if he couldnt understand. He tried to take off the crown again, but it seemed to be stuck to his head and would note off. Uh why. What the hell what is this Why , If the crown of defeat is worn by someone unqualified to be its owner, it turns into poison instead of a holy relic. Jinhyuk calmly shrugged his shoulders. I wouldnt know if it was you in apletely intact state. If youre in a state right before you die like now, you have no choice but to recognize the crown as the owner. Are there any restrictions on using top-level artifacts? I cant believe I didnt cause any injuries. I didnt mean to put the crown in front of me on purpose. Was it for this? Ive put in various devices to make you lose your cool. You were in charge of retrieval. Of course, I also thought you might know only part of the crowns properties. The odds that Nyathotep had told him everything about the crown converged to zero. Tell his men what could hurt them. That s why you lose this fight. Chapter 355 Chapter 355. Crown of defeat (3) This, how can it be Its ridiculous. The Hound Captain was beaten? By a kid like that? A startled exmation burst from the mouths of the Old Guards, who were engaged in fierce battles. It had to be. While handling countless atrocious missions so far it was Hound who always led the team in front of him. It is the captain who has handled the job more perfectly than anyone else, befitting the nickname of Nyathoteps hound. however. Why? Are you saying that the ranker who was dealing with mythical heroes was defeated by a mediocre yer? You already know why. I just didnt want to admit it. One-hit death arrow. The blow that could not be offset even after activating the weapon-destroying ability was far beyond the standard. It feels like watching the primeval beings move directly. It was also to the point of giving goosebumps that all the traps were set up using the crown. On the other hand. Jinhyeoks performance boosted the morale of thete Inmul Corporation. Its barely worth trying. Chun Yuseong sighed lightly. Thanks to Sallys fierce push, a dangerous situation ensued. The time for a counterattack has finally arrived. Teresa and Uasis also prepared for an attack with a morefortable face. The strength that was not in the belief that Jin-hyeok would soon join them naturally sprung up. Hmm. Well, thats quite right. Oh, no. Of course, if its my contractor, thats it. Thats right. Alice also muttered something. He didnt say the right words, but his face was full of pride and pride. Mooogiii! As expected, hes not like our demons hes like an owner full of skills. This is why the spirits have to line up well. If I did, I would have been tied upside down to a pole and eaten nothing but mint chocte for 365 days. Sweet Potato and Spirit Beasts also started to push the Beasts at once with momentum. Keeeee! Koooooo! The monsters whose whole bodies were full of holes copsed one by one. When Sally, who was giving direct orders, panics over Hounds defeat. The entire system was thrown into chaos. This fight. We win. Frey quickly swung two short spears. The window moved in a dizzying manner along with the blue hair. Kwaaang! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Each one was a turning point aimed at a vital point. Kuh! Roy Fang hesitated and took a step back. The attribute magic on his fist shook even slightly. bnce. It started to crumble. Cooung. The Hounds knees touched the floor. The extreme pain, which had already exceeded its limits, paralyzed even reason. Turn it off I barely let out a groan. Now even the screams donte out properly. I never imagined it would be so painful. Kill all oh. Words that should never havee out of the Hounds mouth came out. I had learned how to respond to torture a long time ago, but the sensation that now engulfed my whole body was nothingpared to what I had experienced before. Because this was the crowns curse to punish the undeserving. Im not the kind of person who enjoys seeing other people suffer, sorry, but not yet. Jinhyuk shrugged. copy ability. Because there was still onest thing to do. But, there is a way. Just solve one thing and Ill make it easier for you. What is it? Anything can be done to end this pain. It seemed that he could even sell his soul. That greatsword. Hand it over. A favorite weapon possessed by the 4th rank Old Guard. This would undoubtedly satisfy the requirements for copying abilities. my sword? The Hound was momentarily troubled. But it was only for a short while. Okay OK. Ill pass it. Ill Ill pass it please. Hurry up and finish it. [The transfer of ownership of the weapon has beenpleted.] [You have acquired the great sword Mortal Executioner! ] Jinhyeok lightly swung his sword with one hand. indeed. Despite being over 2m long, the weight was barely felt. It must have been engraved with dozens of engravings written in runes in the ultra-lightweight magic. If this is it [The Mortal Executioners Sword has been sacrificed.] [The requirements that exceed the allowable limit have been met!] [Sessfully copied abilities from Hound!] [Ring of Reversal] Description: An ability to destroy a target by receiving the protection of ancient runes. Depending on the mastery, the target can range from a creature to a holy relic. Also, if you have the Wheel of Reversal, your strength stat will increase by +20. [Copied abilities are stored in Memory of the World.] As expected! Sacrificing a weapon of a much higher rank than fangs has an effect. Thanks to exceeding the permissible limit, I finally got my own spear. Keep your promise Ah Yes. I promised you. I promise to put an end to this pain if I hand over my weapon. Even if he didnt beg so much, he had no intention of letting such a big thing be eaten by the crown. Even if the Hall of Fame was second, I couldnt give up the experience beyond imagination. Jinhyeok took another arrow to his mr. And just like that, the protest was liberated. Fuck! The hounds body fell backwards with a clear destructive sound. Since the middle of the forehead was pierced through, you wont feel any more pain. as if to prove it. Tring! [The level has risen.] [The level has risen.] [The level] [ has risen.] Countless status windows appeared. 10 levels. The fierce battle finally came to an end. The other guys are also running away with their tails. Jinhyuks gaze turned to the side. Having lost their leader, cklock and Royfang Shelly are seen quickly fleeing. You can do it if you want to chase it, but the first target is not them. Copying the ability doesnt matter since well meet again anyway. Nyathotep or Hastings who learned about this will move again. So, you just have to befortable with this one. [Inherent abilities Blessing of the Stars and Mand are activated!] Parts A warm energy permeated his entire body. In order not to make the mistake the Hound had made, it was necessary topletely restore the lost physical strength and magic power. In addition, when the Jin Tae-cheong Hwarang Simbeop was applied, the mana began to fill up very quickly. A gap that has been created for a while. Jinhyeok activated his personal status window. Name: Kang Jin- hyeok Gender: Male Level: 154 Strength 109 Agility 91 Stamina 67 Magical Power 402 Gap 100 Luck 10 Adaptive 78 Spirit 106.25 Possessed Stat Points: 30 Possessed Coin: 9241358 upation: Ruler of Runes Unique Lance: Ring of Reverse Heaven Unique Ability: Fusion Grave of Swords Blessing of the Stars Judgment of Anubis Blood Magic Mand(_) 1 Second Invincibility Thousand Venom White Beast Share All Worlds(f鹲) Sanctuary of the Sun ck Sky Devil Triple Magic, Colossus Strike, Fire Dragons Breath, High Speed Sword, Tombgraves Right Arm, Berserker, Wind Realm, Shadow yer, Earth me Blood Explosion, ck Tears, Tombgraves Bridge, Serious Power, The Legions Core, Ancient Barrier, Heavenly Devil, Mentra Taming, Nihilism Destroy All Poison (f) skill: There are too many contents of the skill, so it is converted to a folded state. Jinhyeok slightly clenched his fist while looking at the slightly changed status window. On top of the category of unique ability a new category called unique vocal spear has been created. A name feast that can only be used by those who are chosen among the residents. Even those deadly abilities began to be recorded in the Infinite Library. Now its time to do some stat distribution. A whopping 10 levels. Its obvious, but the level of experience given like a heavyweight is also different. After all, it was the same as taking care of one of the heroes belonging to the giant myth. Even if I dont get full recognition for my public value because of the crown of defeat, this is an achievement that exceeds my expectations. The problem is where to distribute the stats. A void created by the loss of fangs. In order to obtain the weapon in the dunes of the sun, there is no choice but to take some risks. The worry didntst long. [Agility increases from 91 to 121!] All 30 points were invested in agility. Sabak The feeling of stepping on the sand has definitely changed. Has your body be as light as a feather? It feels worthwhile to pour so many points into it. Exactly how much has changed will be seen in a moment. Jinhyeok checked his physical condition. good. Now, magic and stamina have returned to some extent. Finally, from the fight between Shub Niguras and the Heavenly Demon. up to today. The time hase to see the results of a long struggle. slowly. His fingertips went to the ck crown on the sand. [The owner of the crown of defeat has been determined!] [The owner is yer Kang Jin-hyeok!] [The higher powers are starting to notice you.] [The crown of defeat] Difficulty to obtain: Unmeasurable Durability : Unbreakable under any circumstances not. All stats you have: +30 Critical Hit Chance: 30% Skill level increases by +3 steps when facing a god. You will be able to use the previous owners unique ability up to its prity. (Time limit: 3 minutes) The detailed stats of the crown will vary depending on the past owners. If you yed the Tower of Trials 10 times, it means that the abilities of the crown are also different. In that sense. This crown has better specifications than any other crown I have ever seen. Amazing, Great. Kyaa! Jinhyeok couldnt stand the shout. The 43rd floor of the Tower of Trials. The endlessly rising mountains and the clouds that hung around them transcended the scenery that existed in this world. Olympus. It is the home of a huge force that has recently been actively expanding its power. and. thump tadak. Several men and women stood around a bonfire in the center of the temple. They are the gods of Olympus. The owner of the Crown of Paedo has been decided. An old man with a long ck beard opened his mouth. The owner of the crown has been decided. In fact, the atmosphere around them became very uproarious. Has a yer whos only been in the Tower 2 years ever gotten a crown? No, this is the first time since we entered the tower. I heard that it was the angels on the Eden side 7,000 years ago who got the crown the fastest, but I know it took more than 10 years. shortest period ever. It was an unbelievable result considering that it is not easy to even find out the position of the crown normally. Because to them, the yers currently climbing were just toddlers taking their first steps. Its okay. Even if a human without any insignificant power gets the crown. I wont be able to keep it for long. A tall man sitting in the seat of honor opened his mouth. Zeus. He was the highest level god who led the gods of Olympus. The muffled voice at Zeuss words disappeared in an instant. Hermes. Yes. Father. Attach a messenger to Kang Jin-hyeok. Dont let him notice. Be as careful as possible. Is it okay to just watch? Okay. Now that the other factions have smelled it, theyll try to take the crown from him. Well watch them bite each other and intervenest. There is no need to set foot in a ce where wild beasts frequent. when youre exhausted and exhausted. Decorating the end would be the most efficient. Right then. Quaang! with a roar. A new figure appeared in the temple. A warrior fully armed with golden armor. It is Ares, the god of war. All preparations areplete. Please give me an order. Ares, who jumped up from the bottom of the mountain at once, bowed his head. The soldiers and their weapons too? Yes. Perfect. Lets see for yourself. Hmm. Zeus slowly rose and looked down at Olympus. A huge number ofrge armies were gathered on the ground. Elite troops armed with full body armor are waiting for the orders of the gods to be given. Okay. From now on, Im going to wipe out all the Northern Europeans and make the floors they rule ours. The war has begun. Chapter 356 Chapter 356. New weapon (1) The crown of defeat with a new owner. And the power war of Olympus, a giant power in the upperyer. Due to these two issues, the whole tower was heated up. Even if it wasnt, the tension that was like the night before the storm hadpletely exploded. How are things going? The beautiful angel opened her mouth. Gabriel. She was in charge of this investigation on behalf of Eden. Answers to Gabriels questions poured in here and there. Currently, the Olympus side has invaded the 41st floor in earnest. Previously, local wars were fought in areas where both forces had influence, but now a massive all-out war is happening simultaneously. with the Greek Olympus. Nordic Ragnarok. Starting from yesterday, the two forces entered into a battle that bet each others fortunes. The main gods of Ragnarok are also responding to this, but the difference in power is too great in the first ce. Weve already lost 5 important bases. Even the road to Jotunheim is blocked. At this rate, maybe If its Jotunheim, its one of the top-tier ruins that exist on the 41st floor. The fact that even that heart was within range. This meant that the power difference was one-sided. It must have been the Olympus side that had made thorough preparations. It may upset the bnce. Gabriel looked at the status window with a serious face. Even at this moment, mes and ice storms raged, and countless lives were dying. Right then. Archangel. Are we not participating in the war? The muscr angel with big wings opened his mouth. Kizakiel. As a battle-type angel, she has been primarily responsible for crushing enemies on the front line. Its belligerent, of course. Rather, because of its cruel nature, it was a being that was feared regardless of its enemies. bloody judgment. If there is a modifier that refers to Kizakiel, this would be it. Do you think abat corpsmander should be involved in a war between two factions? Guarding the towers bnce is Godsw, and isnt it our mission at the same time? Of course, we believe that those who disturb the upper levels must be punished with a mace. A gigantic spirit surged from Kizakiels body. A tangible me engulfed the whole body. It was such overwhelming magic that the other angels hesitated and stepped back. If you give me an order, I willpletely annihte the two sphemous forces and then pull out the crown and the head of a human named Kang Jin-hyeok. It was a problem to punish the two powers, but securing the crown of defeat was also an important task. Eden also wanted to collect all the crowns and challenge the 50th floor once again. but. I have made some sort of agreement with him. At least until the item is secured, avoid any friction with him for any reason. Necronomicon, an exploration journal on the 50th floor. Right now, this book is more important than the crown. If you put your mind to it in Eden, you could have secured the crown somehow but that book was impossible to secure no matter how hard you tried. I guess theres something I dont know. I see. If thats what the Archangel intends Kizakiel pursed his lips as if he didnt like something. However, he did not openly express his dissatisfaction. Even if he was themander of abat corps leading tens of thousands of angels. Because he couldnt openly disobey Gabriels orders. and. Before leaving, Gabriel added a word. Dont forget to secure a guide. Are you talking about that Pesis? Yes. Thats right. Several guides in the tower. Among them, the one who stood out the most was the person named Pesis. We must attract them to our side. Although it was difficult to make a point of contact because I like to travel alone. You have to create a trigger somehow. At least find someone who has contact with him. Same time. hooked! hooked! hooked! Jinhyeok, who sent his party out of the tower first, was digging through the sand. There are two ways to attack the 19th floor. It is to deal with the boss monster in a standard way or to find a hidden ce and secure the innermost relic there. And what Jinhyeok chose was thetter among them. Hmm. Jinhyuk scratched his chin. Even if you have a map obtained from Uasis, it is usually not difficult to find the exact location of the room where the weapon is stored due to the nature of the quicksand, which is constantly moving. We can only make rough estimates based on memory. The rest depended on animal intuition and manualbor to vomit. Thanks to that, Ive been working hard with a shovel in the sand for over 12 hours. More precisely Heog. Heh.. I think Im going to die, Master. If you kill me, I wont attack you even if I be a ghost. Everyone be quiet. My head hurts. I was in charge of supervising those who worked hard instead. A spectacle reminiscent of arge-scale civil engineering site unfolded. The spirit beasts were sweating profusely and were busy moving without opening their eyes to find the hidden room. Lets go. Dont sound too sick. Lets cheer up a little more. Were almost there now. Did you really feel it? Its already been 12 hours since he said hes feeling it, master. Undine screamed. Seeing her two small arms trembling, it must have been quite difficult. but. so? huh? My Undines cant possibly do the request Im making right now because its dirty and dirty. What does this mean? Thats not it Theres also a spirit realm, but we also want to take a 10-minute break after working for an hour. Ohh. Do you want to rest? I think we need at least a little bit of rest, if not a lot. Everyone? Huh? Undine mustered up the courage to seek help from the rest of the spirits. It seemed that the spirits would add a little courage. He nodded his head arguing. Yes. If you say its that hard, then you should rest. really!? Yeah. Then. Get some rest. Jinhyeok smiled brightly and summoned Hellfire. Very forever. The water in Undine started to be lukewarm due to the zing fire. Hey! Ill work. Ill work hard. Everybody work like dogs. Quickly! Lets work. Work. Once again, the scene tried to move busily. Right then. Wait. Wait. Jinhyeok took out a kettle and poured the bluish liquid in chunks. Tea brewed with one lowest-grade magic stone. Its a cheap energy-boosting drink chilled with a few ice cubes. Before we start, everyone have a ss of this. The fatigue will go away a little. Lord, master Thank you I never thought he would prepare something like this for us. There was emotion in everyones eyes. This is why employees shouldnt be hungry. Normally, they instill fear while exploiting them like tenacity. When you reach that limit, its best to give them dried carrots. Because bad boys arent fatal for nothing. Jinhyeok, who calmed the spirits dissatisfaction moderately, began to think of a ce where the room could be. Quicksand moving at 10 km/h. Humidity is 17.5% Due to the battle with the Hound a little while ago, the angle of the aisle was shifted by about 1.5 degrees, so this should also be factored into the calction. There were dozens of variables, but I had experience excavating artifacts even under worse conditions. There, the second tunnel from the left. Yes, proceed from there next. Here? You said there were no gnomes here? Even the earth spirit tilted its head. He couldnt feel the wavesing through the ley veins. Nevertheless, Jinhyeok proceeded with the construction based on intuition and experience. Im almost there. Instinctively, I felt that the high ground was not far away. Rather, the problem is after finding the room . You need a strong facilitator. In order to break through the traps inside, not only agility but other things were required. But just then Whoops! The space around Jinhyeok was distorted. [The upper deity is partially manifested!] The red status window blinked continuously. Who The curiosity did notst long. The one who appeared through the space was a very familiar figure. Beriel. One of the demon kings of the Demon Realm has manifested on the 19th floor of the tower. of course. The full manifestation must have been a burden, and the figure had be much smaller. About the same size as Alice. Beriel, pping her little devils wings, struggled to sit on Jinhyeoks shoulder. Heh. Heh. Heck. Shit. Its so hard to move with only one snot, I think Im going to die. Beriel gasped like a squirrel. Hey. What happened to this ce? I dont think its a very good option for a vacation spot. This ce. Iik! Whats going on! Surely, didnt you say you would be my apostle? But since you didnt keep that promise and just pretended, I didnte here myself! Ah Come to think of it, I made that promise. It seems that the transmission sound came several times, but I ignored it and forgot about it. Ah. The ck Apostle. Of course I remembered. Dont lie! No, really. Ive been thinking about changing jobs reverently while searching for Pandemonium-rted information these days? At Jinhyeoks words, Beriels momentum softened a little. So do you mean you want to sign a contract with me now? I really want to, but I cant sign you. Right now. If youre going to make excuses that dont work again Guntaper. Jinhyeok answered briefly. A divinity that built a bad rtionship from the giants fortress and now has be apletely hostile rtionship. The other day, at the Auction House of the Gods, I had a direct encounter with the body of the bastard. He threatened me a while ago. If I make a contract with you, he will kill the base I have and all the people belonging to him. You said you would use the sword of Cabaldo? Just to prevent you from bing a ck apostle? Thats probably why I dont like it. Of course, this is a lie. However, Beriel has no way to confirm. This is because the personalmunication between the deity and the yer is never seen by other deities. In addition, the rtionship between Ragnarok and Olympus, where the Norse deities belong, is also tough. As you may know, I am entangled in various interests. Ive heard about the two factions. I have no choice but to be stronger and obtain a holy relic that can at least destroy the sword of Cabaldo. That way, even if I make a contract with you, the Pandemonium wont be damaged. Hmm. Its not like theres no point at all. If growth is supported, no matter how much guntafer you are, you wont be able to schem behind the scenes. Beriel nodded her head as if epting a little. In that sense, help me a little. Hmm? I have to go to the troublesome ce right now, but after a big fight a while ago, all my colleagues left. To attack here you need a very strong body. Chapter 357 Episode 357 New Weapon (2) Cuckoo Cuckoo! The gnomes overturned the ground once more, pouring out mounds of dirt that had been filling the passage. A reddish door appeared in a ce that had been blocked up a while ago. Wow! Master! Really, as the owner said, the door came out! How the hell did you know? The spirit beasts hopped around in ce. Okay Jinhyeok smiled with satisfaction. An intuition built on the guidance and experience of Uasis. Two strong pirs made the present result. You guys are waiting here while securing an escape route. Huh? You want to go in with the owner and that demon? Thats right. This ce is a little far from normal. Its going to be a bit dangerous for you guys to go there. Jinhyeok used the word dangerous. The spirits themselves knew better than anyone else what that meant. Uh ugh. Ooh, well be digging a tunnel hard outside. Please go and die not. You muste back safely! The spirit beasts gave a warm greeting. Then, shall we go? Yes. Its been a long time since Ive been floating around the ruins of the middleyer, but its not bad. Beriel, sitting on Jinhyeoks shoulder, nodded. Pupils are burning brightly. It must have been an expression of his will to make the yer he had marked out stronger so that Guntaper or any other being could not interfere. Im a little sorry, but I couldnt help it. Originally, the Tower of Trials was a world in which each other was used and used. And if its Beriel, Im thinking of helping her out when she goes to the Pandemoniumter. The reason why that guy wants to turn such a strong yer into a ck apostle. Jinhyuk knew that. The principle is to repay enemies 100 times and favors only 1 times, but I still have to pay back 1 times. At the very least, he had no intention of betraying a colleague whom he considered precious. [Enter the Hidden ce of Pelterhorn.] Lets open the door. My eyesight was ckened. And when I open my eyes again Apletely new ce was unfolding, not a narrow and dark passage. Roaring! Hwareuk! The torches lined up on the left and right burned all at once. The endless floor and the slender legs above ite into view. first gateway. Legs of the Unchosen. Literally, if you cant pass through the trap, you will fall down as it is. that buck Jinhyuk cautiously moved his steps. Is it okay to just go? Even at a nce, unusual magic flows. Its okay. Just trust me. I know all the patterns. The most important thing is the center of gravity. The key is to step on the ground with a certain weight. If the distribution of power is not done properly, numerous traps will be triggered immediately. Of course it rattles! It is impossible not to trigger all the traps. Chakram melted into the darkness flew in with a furious sound. As a kind of boomerang in the form of a circle. It is an assassination weapon with the characteristic of freely changing its trajectory in the air. Weeeeeeeeeeeeeee! At the same time, dozens of harpoons were fired in all directions. Jinhyuks gaze quickly turned downward. Numerous letters imprinted on the bridge. The pattern here was memorized by using the location of these characters. End of the left corner of a character simr to ?. The part where two lines of a character resembling y meet. For a letter resembling &, ce the center point in the center and fit the body 1cm to the right from there. Booung! Boooooong! Harpoons cut through the air. Jinhyeok moved his body even faster ording to the flying pattern. With this I avoided everything basic. The approaching chakram with its trajectorypletely hidden To be honest, its hard to predict until thest moment when the attack hits. But it doesnt matter. Beriel. Because I brought a strong shield for this time. No way An earthquake urred in Beriels pupils. good! Jinhyeok suddenly threw Beriel sitting on his shoulder forward. Shu Shu Shuk! The sound of cutting the wind has changed. This is because chakram has the characteristic of flying toward a target in front. Damn it Quaang! Aagh! Beriels body bounced off the chakram straight through. After all, it is a very hard body. When you see that sounding from the body that should be cut off like a radish at once. Still, befitting his reputation as the Demon King, he seeded in defending himself by raising Dark Fighting in that short moment. Good. Perfect. Thats nice! Are you going to kill me! You dare to use me as a shield? This is a challenge to the Demon Realm! Beriel pped her wings and flew away. No, thats not it. I would have died if you hadnt stopped me just now. And wouldnt it be better to call this a proper teamwork rather than a shield? What kind of teamwork is that kind of thing! If you really think that this body will y with tricks like this A strong being? Me? Yes. You are the most outstanding demon lord. I think you have the potential to rise to the position of a demon god in the future. Thats why. It was something I could trust and rely on. Ohhh. Certainly. Unless youre a demon king like me, you wont be able to survive these traps. Then then, why did I choose you over the others? Jinhyeok added more candy coating. This is the level of gently rubbing a brush made of green grapes on the esophagus. Did the sweetness melt the brain? Okay. If not, Ill show you the greatness of this body. See with your own eyes what it means to be my apostle. Beriel took the lead. Quaang! Kwaaaak! Wow! Keuouh! Pooh! Kwuck! There were roaring noises and screams, but Beriel steadfastly moved forward without showing signs of difficulty in order to protect her pride. Thanks to that, I was able to pass the first gate veryfortably. All I had to do was cross my arms and walk leisurely after him. In an instant, Jinhyeok and Beriel, who passed through the first gate, reached the end of the passage. There was a long staircase leading down. [The second gateway Deadly Poisons Dungeon is opened.] Shh! Shh! As soon as I went down, a crypt appeared that was inhabited by poisonous snakes. The number is enough to fill what appears to be the size of Jamsil Stadium. The good news is that its not a preemptive trap, right? It was a method of attacking only when the intruders were within a certain range of the poisonous snakes. Considering these numbers, thats nothing reassuring, but Anyway, you dont have to go through that hell again. Originally, it should take about three days to find a point where you can slowly get out of the area. Because now there is a valuable tanker to shorten the whole process. Youre not afraid of snakes, are you? Hahahahaha. I cant believe this body is afraid of poisonous snakes. Drinking a cup every time I cant sleep is the deadly poison of the ck Mamba! Even taking a shower with the most venomous poison, I cant stand it. I. Its Beriel. okay? Then, I can go. I dont have resistance to poison, so Im afraid Ill die just by brushing against it. As expected, an inferior human cantpare to the great Demon Lord. Jinhyeok pretended to be weak and wrapped his arms around his shoulders. Whoawhoop whoop. Beriel walked among the venomous snakes with a white face. hey Excluding pride, the word corpse is real. I never thought Id really get into the middle of it. Not the main body, but in the form of a minimal alter ego. hooked! Fu-wook! ah. That would hurt a little bit. The fangs are in the wrong ce. Quaaaaaagh! Soon after, a ghastly scream rang out. Whoa Hastings couldnt control his pounding head. It had to be. About 30,000 years since I first became the Tower Administrator. And it has been about 10,000 years since I started working as a senior manager. I was able to receive recognition from the beings on the 50th floor because I had handled the work perfectly without a single mistake for a long time. All of those things piled up and piled up to be able to reach the present self. however. Just a short while ago cracks were appearing in the carefully constructed tower. Because of only one yer. Are you saying hes in the ruins on the 19th floor? Thats right. I tried to attach a tail like you said, but strangely, the entire ruin was covered with magic waves that I had never seen before, so I couldnt get a peek inside. A low-level manager with the appearance of a hamster quickly lowered his head. Panem, a type of pearl. He became a junior manager for the first time not too long ago and is doing an internship. Panem couldnt hide his anxious appearance, perhaps because a neer who didnt know anything yet was called by a senior manager. Hastings eyebrows curled in reverse at Panems words. An area the administrator cant peek at. Do you think that makes sense? T-Im sure. Even though I used the Managers Scroll that Hasting-sama gave me just in case, the stationmaster was still the same. ! The fact that it cannot be seen even as an administrators scroll that can be directly involved in the system. It means that something corresponding to him intervened. There is only one being that can do this. 50th floor. The primeval beings moved directly. Since there is no sign of manifestation then whats wrong? Suddenly, a bolt of lightning passed through Hastings mind. Old Guard. The hounds of Nyathotep were put in. Without telling me Did you call them right away? Hastings snapped his mrs. Was it revenge for the mistake I made the other day? Or did he say he couldnt trust himself anymore and gave up? The answer to that is unknown at this time. no i dont even need to know As long as the old guards were put in, there was no chance of survival for Jinhyeok. But just then [Urgent reply] A purple message flew in front of Hastings. Breaking news directly from the 50th floor. its contents. I cant believe it It was shocking. The death of a high-ranking Hound and the rout of the Old Guard. And even the contents of the order to take care of this work. Everything was unexpected. This is an opportunity. A golden opportunity to make up for the mistakes so far appeared in front of me. Must catch this Dune of the Sun Dune of the Sun Hastings head spun rapidly. A void created by sacrificing the Fang of Pentagris. The reason why he still remains in the sand dunes and is looking for something. Clues and clues are put together. What does Jinhyuk want now? where you are heading It didnt take long to figure out its purpose. Im thinking of going to the Hidden ce and clearing the 19th floor and another weapon all at once. I really dont feel any extravagance in the movement. All steps lead to the optimal route to climb the tower. However, in other words, it means that it is as predictable as it is. I will never let things go the way I want. the problem is. I mean, who are you sending? We need someone who has excellent skills and has a variable that can outwit the opponent. The dragons are not yet. The deal with the Bur was finished, but the n still needed more time to materialize. It means that it is not a card that can be used right now. right at that moment. Whoa! Someone has approached Hastings realm. May I go inside for a moment, sir, sir. Chapter 358 Chapter 358. New weapon (3) Come in. With Hastings permission, the space distorted. cooong! It was none other than an angel who appeared with heavy steps. It was Kizakiel. Its been a while. Senior manager. A higher spiritual body belonging to Eden approached Hastings realm. Whoops. How long has it been since we met I cant even remember. Because thest time I met the manager, he was still a mid-level manager. Thats right. At that time, Kizakiel-nim was also a low-level angel, not a warriormander. Meeting for the first time in tens of thousands of years. To that extent, the administrators did not make contact with the upants inside the tower. Because that wasmon sense and that was the rule. Mr. Panem. You should go away. I think we should have a serious talk from now on. Ah, I see. Panem quickly disappeared out the door. You managed to find this ce. On the surface, its unknown to the residents. I used my own means. Please understand that this is because it is such an important matter. Tell me. Hastings reached out and gestured for a seat. Somewhat cold wine, cheese, and bread made with butter that can only be obtained on the 40th floor have been added. I think Hasting-nim is well aware of the current situation. The faction war or the possession of the crown. Of course. Everything big and small in the Tower is being monitored by our Administration Office. Well, what do you think of a yer who has just entered the Tower and has one of the Towers noblest relics? Of course I think that any object should have an owner worthy of that value. Isnt that the same position on the Eden side? Kizakiels face stiffened even more. Thats not true. Gabriel told me not to touch him because he made a pact with that human. No way. Is that true? To think that the great archangel of the heavens would say such an irresponsible thing Hastings let out an exaggerated exmation on purpose. I found it hard to believe, but its true. And such self-indulgence is against thew of God. If you dont move from above, I thought Id have to step in. Sure, I understand what it means to be trivial. Then, what am I supposed to do? If you tell me the location of Kang Jin-hyeok, I will take care of the rest myself. Kizakiel took out a spear that glowed white from the subspace. Holy Relic Joshuas Horn. One of the strongest holy relics belonging to Eden that destroyed the fortress appeared. Only one attack can be made downstairs. But. okay. One shot is enough. Because the blow from Joshuas Horn, which has an absolute judgment effect, was the same as Zeus Astraphe. As a single-target attack, it means that it is a top-ranked blow. Thats a pretty interesting suggestion. The corners of Hastings mouth twisted subtly. Absolutely perfect timing. Finally, the card of conversion that can put an end to the disgusting leech has arrived. Kwaaaang! Another gateway copsed with a huge explosion. Haha. Haha Haaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa Beriel, who became a wreck, stumbled and flew up. Seeing the smoke rising from the wings makes me feel a little sad. Thats why you shouldnt indulge your pride. Yeah. As expected, its amazing. I really didnt think I could break through all of these traps. Its amazing how great the real demon king is. Whoa This body Its not called the strongest in the Pandemonium for nothing. If I put my mind to it Beriels words didnte to an end. Kwaaang! This is because the massive iron ball that appeared along with the subspace collided with the head. Gagging. Beriel lost her bnce and staggered in the air. Now that the exit was visible, I was caught off guard. The fact that the blow was so sudden was also the cause of being hit in the back of the head. A body slowly disappearing. All of his mana has been exhausted, and he is trying to return to the original demon realm. ah! I forgot to tell you. At the final gateway, I had forgotten that this trap existed. Again, this is a pure mistake. It was by no means my intention to avoid the pressure of bing a ck apostle. Jinhyeok tried to calm his twitching lips and looked at Beriel. Im really sorry that I couldnt be with you until the end, but I will never forget what you helped me with today. You Im sure you saw where the ballnded at the end I thought Its an illusion. Just in time, there were flying flies there. This a guy with no blood or tears. Beriel breathed heavily. As expected, you should be a demon. Because you have better qualities than anyone else. end with that. Beriels alter ego was dusted and scattered. As a demon I think that would be fun in its own way. If you change your 3rd job like that, you will have to be hostile to Eden forever, but the bitter taste will be the kind you will never feel if you choose another ce. But thats not something to consider now. Fighting between factions and the 3rd job change were enough topics to think about after a few months. Lets buy some lightly for now. Before going inside, I had a shopping list of things to buy. Jinhyeok, who entered the coin exchange, quickly swept the items. -1 kg of caramel milk powder C 1000 coins C 10 thousand year cial stone C 30000 coins C 1 sachet of catnip from Otor river C 2500 coins C 100 twindybugs C 10000 coins Good. This has everything you need. Jinhyeok moved. All of the 10 gateways had been broken through, and only thest one remained. From now on, its a part that I have to solve on my own, not with Beriels help. rattle! Thest door is open. [Enter the 11th gateway, Habelians Nest.] Whoops. I felt the breath of something. It has a long body of about 7 m and has white ws. It has an appearance reminiscent of a weasel. Havelian. Like Pentagris, it is one of the phantom beasts that stay in the tower. Kyao. Having discovered the intruder, the Havelian roared low. While not hiding their vignce against those who recklessly set foot in their territory. Dont worry. I didnte in to hurt you. Jinhyeok raised both hands and expressed that he had no intention of harming him. The reason I came here is to secure the crystal inside the nest. It was not my intention to hit and fight with the Havelians. Of course, it was impossible for the phantom beast to remain calm. In the first ce, no matter how docile the phantom beast was, there was no case of looking after someone who invaded my room. Kyaoooooo! When Jinhyeok refused to back down, Havellian, who was lying down, got up. at the same time. Cuckoo Cuckoo! A white frosty wind began to blow. Extreme cold properties. Like a phantom beast that handles ice, the surrounding temperature haspletely changed. I dont think it was a ce that was so dry and hot. Jinhyeok took his stance. Faaaaang! Soon, sharp des made of ice rushed in. A total of seven from the front. It is a frontal attack that focuses solely on speed. [Lv18 cial Formation is activated!] Following Jinhyeoks fingertips, white crystals arose. What matters is the speed of operation. In other words, how quickly andpletely cancels Havelians ice magic. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! 14 ice stalks collided in the air. Perfect without a single error. Kyao!? Havelians body trembled slightly. The attack that had killed all the intruders in one blow had gone to nothing. But the panic was only for a moment. Kyaoooooo! Parts! A dazzling brilliance that forms on your lips. Powerful mana that was iparable to that of a moment ago was condensed. It is a breath unique to phantom beasts, simr to a dragons breath. Of course, if you hit it properly, it will only add one ice statue to the nest. Jin-hyeok, the cial model, also generously poured his magic power. timing and power. and even momentum. Snow and ice began to drive like crazy. Sword of the Sky. A stream of ice that came down from the sky and a sword of the earth. The ice stalks protruding from the ground collided into one. The terrifying coldness engulfed Havellians entire body at once. However, even in the ice, the activation of the breath was still continuing. Cuckoo Cuckoo! It wasnt even a second that the two swords held Havelian. This is because of the absurdly high magic attribute resistance. I didnt even expect to stop it with this in the first ce. momentary gap. [The cold barrier is activated!] An ice shield with runes engraved on it appeared in front of Jinhyeok. Like a giant mountain rising alone in the tundra. A wall against the breath was created. right at that moment. The condensed breath was released. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah Kwah! I feel a huge shock. The breath hit the top of the shield with full force. Kuk! The Gap and Adaptive stats wriggled like crazy. My muscles start screaming in shock. a little bit. You just have to endure a little longer. Because the breath wontst forever. Keuuuuu As if to prove the words. The breath that seemed like it would never end subsided. now! In an instant, Jinhyeok took out the items he had purchased from the subspace inventory. Kyao? Havelian could not hide his embarrassment again at Jinhyeoks sudden action. It was embarrassing to see that he didnt take out a weapon, but all sorts of food ingredients. [Caramel milk milk powder 1kg and Millennial cier Stone are synthesized.] The ice has begun to be ground into small white pieces. There, the mana melted into the air by the breath began to permeate. Then a strange scent spread out. Kyaoh? Having smelled the scent for the first time in his life, Havellian unknowingly moved his tail. Your mouth will be watering. Jinhyeok smiled. Each of the items I have purchased now did not appeal to Havelian much individually, but whenbined together, they create tremendous synergy. In particr, should I say that if the unique magical power flowing through Breath is added, the delicacy that the Havellian cant live without dying ispleted. There. Because of the Different World Restaurant skill, a recipe optimized for feline beasts has been added. Even a phantom beast that lives on only dew would not have the ability to withstand it. Of course, the Mentra Taming and Sympathy skills also did their part to break down that impregnable vignce. Kyaa, kyaoooo Havelian sniffed and approached the freshly made shaved ice. Before I knew it, the tail was moving left and right like crazy. Perhaps a thread of vignce still remained, but he had not fully rxed his defensive posture. And thatst remaining ss shield Lick. The moment I licked the shaved ice with my tongue, it melted like cotton candy and disappeared. !! Havelian put his head into the shaved ice at once. Eating crabs as if closing ones eyes is what Im saying after seeing this. Now I canfortably secure my decision. Jinhyeoks gaze turned to the center of the nest. A crystal containing an indescribable light. The time has finallye to take care of thest errands in the Dunes of the Sun. Chapter 359 Chapter 359. New weapon (4) Unhung! White cold air poured in with a beautiful light. The strongest ice elemental weapon that sleeps in the sand dunes of the sun. It is the Soul of Havelian. This crystal infused with the cold energy of past havelians was a treasure with great value in itself. If you smelt it properly, you can pull out much better specs than fangs. Jinhyuk swallowed dry saliva. Just like frozen tears, the soul of a havelian possesses tremendous cold power and can cause serious harm if touched with bare hands. This is because no matter how manyyers of ice sculptures were worn, they could not escape from the cold. but. I did note here without such preparation. Jinhyeok took out a zing feather from the subspace. Phoenix Feather. This is a special item obtained on the 7th floor of the tower the other day. Roaring! [Resistance to cold properties increases by 500%!] [Phoenix Feathers lifespan is consumed very quickly!] Pachichik! Pachichi its a pity to be annihted this time, but without extracting the maximum value, you can only create a situation where you can neither porridge nor eat. Rather than that I bet everything at once. Jinhyuk stretched out his hand, which was burning red. Creepy! ! Even with so manyyers of mes, I still feel the cold. Ites out of nowhere to say that it is really terrible. but. Is it possible. How to ssify cold air. The point is the part that slightly protrudes 5cm above the bottom of the crystal. Jinhyeok grabbed the weakest part of the cold. Chii profit! When the fire and cold met, a huge amount of water vapor spewed out. how long has it been like that? Finally, the quicksand in the center split left and right, and a white crystal was pulled out. [You have obtained the Havelian soul!] Finally! got this in hand Jinhyeok swung the decision lightly. Whirling A sharp crystal about 50cm long rotated counterclockwise. It is light and has a well-bnced center of gravity. Even though it hasnt gone through the proper smelting process yet. That must mean that the raw materials are good. Jinhyeok looked at the decision through the eyes of gluttony. [Havelians Soul] Difficulty to obtain: SS Attack power: 12800 Durability: 580000 / 580000 What an SS grade. Its attack power is over 10,000, and its durability is close to 600,000. Its crazy. really. I was already looking forward to what kind of weapon woulde out if old man Orun refined it. To such an extent that I cant stand it. Now, if only the remaining cold is captured, the invasion of the 19th floor will bepleted. however. hmm? Jinhyuk suddenly raised his head. Jerrit! Jerrit! No way A heavy aura felt throughout the body. Goosebumps rise along the skin. Kyao? Even Havellian, who was preupied with eating shaved ice, raised his snout. To that extent, the mana directed toward this nest was different. this peculiar aura. I know what this is. Joshuas horn. One of the strongest castle relics in Eden is aiming for this ce. But does that make sense? Gabriel must have secured the Necronomicon? Did someone else intervene? Or did they put more attractive conditions? The number of all kinds of cases came to mind, but there is no time to calcte the number of cases now. The important thing was that the Holy Relic of Absolute Judgment was aiming for this ce. [The absolute judgment Gods Judgment is activated!] Ugh! The Havelians nest began to turn white. 30 seconds at most. After that, the nest itself will evaporate. Think about it. Jinhyuk squeezed his head. No matter how crowded you are, there will always be a gap you can break through. 25 seconds. Time passes. Until youpletely make the crystal your own, the attack is not recognized, so you cannot escape from this ce. In other words, there is no way to avoid the attacking down from above. I have to make something that can be defended. It is unreasonable for ice formation. Resurrection through the Blessing of the Stars cannot avoid the Edens holy relics, which can be said to be the end of divine power. 20 seconds now. Invincibility for 1 second can hold on, but it literally only allows you to hold on for 1 second. It cannot survive a long bombardmentsting ten seconds. 10 seconds. Either way, you have to make a decision now. Just then, something shed through Jinhyeoks mind like lightning. Lucky Random Box. This item was obtained along with a ticket to the Auction House of the Gods. If you use this the worry wasnt long. The hands moved before the head. [Lucky Random Box will be opened!] [Depending on the amount of magic you inject, different types of items will appear.] [Detailed Probability] -Isilgrams Armguard [B] Drop Rate: 17.5% -Vitality Elixir [ A] Drop Probability: 4.9% . Lucky random boxes with an average rank of B or higher had a good probability among gacha-style items. However, what is needed here is not an average B rank. Chance 0.000000128%. It is to break through the probability that converges to almost zero. of course. I do not intend to simply expect the odds based on luck. Jinhyeok put his hand on the box. A field where probability and calction are meaningless. Injecting the exact amount of magic power is infinitely close to impossible. 4 seconds. A white pentagram appeared along the air. Due to the effect of the absolute judgment, everything around him began to be buried. right at that moment. Whoa! Blue waves rippled along Jinhyeoks fingertips. Originally, I had no intention of doing such a crazy thing. Because the Lucky Random Box was kept in a corner of the subspace for the purpose of exchange, not use. No matter how much I control the fine flow of mana in nano units, the possibility of failure is too high. Nevertheless, unlike the past, if there is one thing I believe in the power of stats based on the title of the first to conquer the tower. Good luck and adaptable. It is a privilege only for those who have seen the top of the tower that turns the impossible into possible. The memory of extreme concentration and repeated trial and error. And the opportunity to make the footsteps shine came together in one ce. Cuckoo Cuckoo! [Joshuas horn is activated!] [The absolute judgment Gods judgment descends!] A huge light fell from the sky. The horn sounded, announcing the end of the will of Eden. at the same time. [You have ovee the extreme odds and acquired the best holy relic of the Lucky Random Box!] A golden notification window appeared indicating sess. done! Jinhyeok quickly grabbed the holy relic, which began to blur. The square-shaped shield turned towards the sky. [Freedwen C Evening Face responds to the call of the owner.] Magic circlesparable to the Pentacles bloomed as if wrapping around the shield. An illusion arises as if a huge flower petal is blooming. Like Joshuas horn, this is one of the strongest shields that pursues divine power to the limit. Aaaaaang! A roar beyond imagination shook the entire Havelian nest. Chiyiik! Due to the collision between the relic and the relic, the surroundings werepletely turned into ruins. It was a devastating blow to the extent that the shaft inside the dune was shaken. It looks like three ribs are out. Fortunately, there were no serious injuries beyond that. Youll have to suffer from some crazy muscle soreness, though. Kya, kyaoooo Havelian also looked around with frightened eyes. Well, from the guys point of view, it would have been the same as a guy who invaded his nest out of nowhere and brought a natural disaster. Still, a lot of vignce was lost, as if he felt that he had been protected from enemy attacks. Shaved ice and Mentra taming also yed arge part in stimting Havelians liking. Its not over yet. If Joshuas horn was used, it means that the opponent is also making up his mind. Even more so, he couldnt leave the enemy who had withstood that blow alone. Jinhyeok quickly took the decision into his hands. At least to fight him just when you think so. [A high-level deity descends!] [Restrictions are rxed by a senior manager!] Damn it. is it toote It doesnt give you any time to prepare. An angel with white wings descended beyond the pentagram that was created a moment ago. cooong! Arge, muscr physique. This is Kizakiel, themander of thebat corps. I never thought I would meet this simple ignorant, single-minded man who only knew thew. There was no reason for Gabriel and Eden to hit the back of the head, but looking at this guy, I understand the attack a little while ago. Im sure hes working with Hastings to get the crown. The belief that only Eden should hold all the crowns. That has led to the present result. Are you a person named Kang Jin-hyeok? Kizakiels gaze turned to Jinhyeok. There are a lot of guys looking for me these days. Yes. Thats right. I am Kang Jin-hyeok. Thats right. I dont like long talks. I hate deals and contracts like anyone else. Sreung! The me-bearing sword was drawn. Give me the crown. Its too straightforward, so its rather disappointing. Should I say that he has a personality that sincerely pursues only one goal? What if you dont like it? I will destroy you and all forces to which you belong. Threatsthats funny. Jinhyeok smiled. Looks like it. Hastings and Hastings got along right now, so I guess theyre doing things on their own, but this situation. Wouldnt Gabriel hate it if he knew? I strongly rmend thinking a little more carefully. When this is over, I wille forward and receive the punishment for my mutiny. But, before I am extinguished, I will annihte you as well. means that you can even throw away your life. Guys with this mindset are the most troublesome. It meant that I could sacrifice at least one part of my body casually for the sake of a great cause. But to put it the other way around Since they knew that they were abandoning the will of Eden and acting alone, the burden they felt on this side was also significantly reduced. At least not all of the giant powers agreed with Kizakiel. I just need to get out of this situation, isnt it? Thats not too difficult. Jinhyeok opened the subspace. What came out was the Crown of Paedo. Not very stupid. Yes. pass it over Then, I will guarantee the lives of you and yourrades. Hmm. Well, what should I do? Should I give it up or not? Im worried. Jinhyuk waved his crown over the very ce where the Habelian Spirit was. The endless abyss is the passage leading to the deepest part of the dune of the sun. If you go into that quicksand, the 19th floor will You bastard! Kizakiels eyebrows curled in reverse. Ku -ku-ku -ku! Do you think that shallow tricks will work for me? As the furious shouts ended. Oh my gosh! The crown disappeared into the quicksand. Your hand slipped? This was a real mistake. Chapter 360 Episode 360. New weapon (5) char char char char char. The quicksand was quickly sucked down. Naturally, the crown also disappeared from sight in an instant along with the sand. Damn it! Doing such a stupid thing! Are you out of your mind, you bastard! Well. It was really a mistake. If youre in a hurry, go inside and look for it. Awesome! I will remember this incident. Kizakiel immediately jumped into the pit. I knew it wouldnt be easy, but I still couldnt give up the crown like this. You have to get your hands on it somehow. I couldnt wait to see the crown disappear again in a few years. Quaang! A huge halo of light traveled down the pit. Hmm. Seeing Kizakiel disappear from Jinhyeok, he smiled with satisfaction. This removed one of the headaches. Now, Gabriel will notice about this incident, so you dont have to worry about getting stabbed in the back by a muscr angel, at least for today. All thats left now is to retrieve the crown Of course, I dont intend to throw away the top-tier relic obtained through life-and-death, just to chase away one Kizakiel. The problem is that Kizakiel, as well as himself, cannot know where this quicksand will lead. It would be impossible for even Hastings to grasp the exact flow of simrity. but only one. There was an existence that could perfectly read the flow of quicksand. Jinhyeoks gaze turned to the Havelian next to him. Im sorry I disturbed the living room, but can I help you just once? Kyao? Havelian tilted her head. The thing you threw down right now. I need it. Besides, the guy who tried to kill you is desperate to find it, so what? Do you want to seize the chance to give that fool a proper blow? Kyao! Havelian stood up from his seat. It vigorously waggled its tail from side to side as if to do so. Something that could not have happened originally. As expected, it was worth protecting even this guy using Freedwen. For this very reason, I gave up the Crown of Paedo. To catch two rabbits at once. fault! Havelian hopped toward the pit. Kizakiel went in much earlier, but it was already decided who wouldugh. No matter how fast you fly, you wont be able to get your hands on the crown before a Havellian who has a perfect understanding of the inside. While Im waiting, Ill have to learn this perfectly. Jinhyeok focused on the long ice crystal in his hand. Cold aura extends from the fingertips to the heart. Because of the delicate control required, cold sweat ran down his forehead. how long has it been like that? [The crystal is fully formed!] Parts! The cold air flowing from the Soul of Havelian waspletely captured. at the same time. Tring! [Floor 19 has been conquered!] [Maximum contributor: yer Kang Jin-hyeok] [You can choose one of 3 rewards for the first clearing.] [You have achieved an amazing job.] [This work is tomorrows day of honor . It will be listed in the Hall of Fame!] 1. Coins C You will receive 4 times more coins than previous rewards. 2. Special Item C One of the items that help you clear the 20th floor is given randomly. 3. Base Rted C One of the items to reinforce existing bases or target new bases is given randomly. There are three rewards to choose from. Hmm Jinhyeok carefully checked the rewards. first one first. Quadrupling coins is definitely attractive. As long as the absolute value is guaranteed, you can use coins to purchase items or use them elsewhere. Having a lot of basic bullets meant hitting average at least. However, if you think about the other two. The merit is less. Jinhyeok looked at the second option. On the 20th floor, the main focus is on quantity and upation. It will be useful there. This is also very helpful. Considering Kizakiel and the rest of the forces, it was hard to give up the rewards that could strengthen the base. This time the troubles got quite long. Both have their own advantages, so future results will only tell you which one was the right choice. And finally. Ill choose the second one. Jinhyuk made a decision. [Hidden reward will be given.] [Time left until release 1D : 23H : 59M : 59S] We will be able to confirm in two days. Going to the 20th floor would be at least after that. Right then. Kyaoooooo! The roar of the proud Havelian echoed in the pit. Now that weve finished all our business here, its time to head back out. A day has passed since I came out of the tower. Fatigue umted in the body and mind as much as he ran without hesitation. Because of this, Jinhyeok thought of enjoying a long-awaited break. The ce I found was an escape room cafe located in Hongdae. Elises eyes twinkled. Ohhhh! Is this a ce that is so famous among humans? Yeah. I heard that Yeonhwa and Taemin made a reservation for me. They said that I had to go with you unconditionally and asked for trust. You seemed like a really thoughtful kid. It was the first time Id ever met them personally, but we had a very satisfying conversation. Oh, thats right. I heard you two met yesterday, right? Did you suddenly say you had to go out at night? I remember Alice rushing out of the hotelte at night. Yes, yes. They are just acquaintances of the contractor, and I also asked for some advice because I have a lot of questions in this era. Isnt there something wrong with that? Alice hurriedly gave reasons. Thats right. Well, I told you to rest as much as you like, so youre free to do whatever you want. Hey. A small sigh of relief. Elises mind was already shing past the lengthy n from yesterday. -sister. Do you like Jinhyeok oppa? Yoo Yeon-hwa threw a bomb-like remark with a smirk. Of course, Alice immediately denied it, but in this field in the first ce, she could not escape the eyes of the softening shoes that have worn out in modern times. All day, family and honor. I knew how to hit and fight or tug-of-war with pride. When ites to love feelings, it was like a newbie among newbies. -Dont be like that. Listen to me. Ill tell you how to break through that iron wall. -thats right. Its better to use a more aggressive method to impress Jinhyeok hyung. Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min. The advice from the two followed. The reasons for making a reservation for an escape room with the theme of horror were listed in detail to see how to capture the other persons heart. And that offer. It sounded pretty usible to Alice. -Pretend to be as scary as possible. Unnie is incredibly strong, so dont break everything when ghostse out for no reason. -Its ssic, but originally, the basics are the most important. Its because Alice noona doesnt even seem to know these things. Alice diligently wrote down all the details in a notepad. okay. The n is perfect. Unlike usual, he is armed with a weak and delicate image. She has studied ornaments passed down from generation to generation in Ataraxia and even short-term tutoring through various popr channels on View Tube. however. I worked so hard to prepare! A girl with blue hair was standing next to Jinhyeok. It was a homunculus that I met at the Dune of the Sun, whether it was Fran or Nabal. What else is this guy? Huh? Who are you? You know. Pre I know who I am too! Elise clenched her fists. Silver hair stood up on end. Yeah, but why are you angry? I thought I was spending time with you alone! ah. just the two of you? Was that an important point? Now I understand why Alice is angry. However, the amount of yokai shaved ice to be eatenter is a bit small for a group of people to share. They said it was so delicious and limited to 50 bowls a day. I cant help but be greedy. Nod. Jinhyuk nodded as if he understood. and in its appearance. Quick. A string in Alices head snapped. You fool! Elises fist crossed the air. [The Cabin Where the Moon Disappeared] 5-star difficulty level, and horror is also a 5-star theme. There is a myth that if a man and a woman with a crush enter a room as scary as a horror movie and missions that require cooperation, they will definitelye true. Because of this, Yoo Yeon-hwa strongly rmended this. good. calm down. Its not over yet. Elise caught her breath. Ive already learned all about the traps and hidden passages in this room. It is not for nothing that I took the whole day yesterday and figured out the route in advance. A gloomy room full of cobwebs. Shiiik. A bizarre sound prates the eardrum. The atmosphere subsided coldly, as if a stranger with a saw would enter the cabin. Gye, contractor Alice pulled Jinhyeoks sleeve tightly with an awkward tone and expression. Jim is scary. This ce. The key points are the eyes that stimte the protective instinct and the curled up body. but. Dont lie. If a whole colony of ogrese and you wont even bat an eye, what are you afraid of? It looks like its going to crash. hey. huh? do you want to die? Unexpected words came out. After that, there were some important points, but there were no achievements worth mentioning. On the contrary, I had to turn inside out several times because of Freys expressionless steps. No, Frey. Thats not how you do it. Now look at this. It means move the lock to the left three times. Lock three times. Yes. Got it. Jinhyeok stood next to Frey and informed him step by step. Seeing the gentle touch of her hand, a thick sinew popped out of Alices forehead. I I dont know how to solve this either. Can I turn this to the left too? Elise whimpered and turned the round lock. However, Jinhyeok didnt listen to Alices request because he was exining to Frey. Contractor! Jim isnt asking! Try turning it to the left, too. Or roughly do the opposite. Left, three times left Fray. Its a different kind of lock. No, the manager told me. Look. After unlocking it first, like this Youre saying the same thing! At the same time. Ugh! Thick drops of blood gathered around Elise. Eh, Ellis? Are you crazy? Why are you like this all of a sudden? This is where you sang to say you wanted toe. I dont need anything. dont need all Just. Magic beyond imagination engulfed the entire escape room cafe. Die! You idiot! Kwaaaaaaagh! Chapter 361 Episode 361. Base Maintenance (1) Fortress of Giants. This ce, which was first used as a base, has grown to a mediumrge level since Jinhyeok took over. It was not the protection of the empire or internal factors, but the result of the value of the name Jinhyeok. and present. Hey. Were finally here. Jinhyeok, Cheon Yuseong, and Alice visited the fortress after a long absence. Only Teresa was unable to attend this event because she requested an urgent convocation from Europe. Hmm. You found yourself sooner than I thought. The skull gourd of Antrad didnt run rampant normally. joy. Alice was pouting for no reason. It seemed that he did not like the holiday spent outside the tower this time. Am I still mad because of the shaved ice? I guess Ill have to leave it alone for a while. The three of them passed through the main gate of the citadel and walked towards the flower garden. A ce where familiar castle walls are lined up. Memories of the frantic battle once upon a time came to mind. Still, Im going to go to the middle of the day. Thats all sprouted for now. Because the base exists, other forces will not be able to touch it. Reinforcing the base is absolutely necessary even for the full-fledged power struggle of the upper echelons. Since he had alreadyid the foundation, he had a different advantagepared to other yers. Right then. Oh long time no see. The blond man at the entrance to the garden smiled brightly. Abraham. A Grand Sword Master belonging to the Empire. As much as he sided with the emperor during the civil war with the nobility, the current position and power that Ebraham had within the empire was beyond imagination. Even those who had newly ascended to the position of Duke couldnt carelessly say anything in front of him. And beside him, Pennheimer was also with him. yer Jinhyeok Kang. You have worked hard toe a long way. No. I really appreciate you taking care of this ce while Im gone. Jinhyeok also weed the two of them. Whatever the case may be, its fun to meet the people who shared the same joys and sorrows again. Like you said. I strengthened the walls and spread about 23 types of defense magic. At least 5 circles or more. With this, most monsters and bandits wont evene close. 23 types of circle 5 magic Thats definitely the highest level of defense for a fort. Even within the Empire, there were only a handful of castles that were this strong, except for the Imperial Capital. In addition to the white tree Tangrasil and the barrier of Paradise Lost in Dreams, it was nothingpared torge-scale bases. but. Because the guys who want to attack this ce arent verymon. It looks like youve gotten yourself into something else. Its kind of scary that a monster like you would react like that. Abraham asked with an interested face. For him, who had sharpened his sword all his life, it was a long-cherished dream to meet many rivals. okay. This is whybat fanatics are good. Even if you stimte it even a little, it will make your whole body itch. Theyre from the upper levels. Theres some friction while attacking the tower, but theyre grinding their teeth to wait and see. Its going to be hard to figure out my movement perfectly, so if youre aiming for it, theres a high chance theyll aim for this ce. Ohh. The upper ss. Are theying here? It would be perfect for me to try out my newly learned swordsmanship No, it must be very dangerous. Abraham flicked his fingers as if it was rather good. On the other hand. Pennheimer added a word with a worried face. It could be a sea of fire again. The inside of the empire has just stabilized and the war with Murim hase to a truce. They probably dont want to blow up the long-awaited golden age of peace and prosperity with another war. Of course the heart understands. Because I must feel the same way. However, as the Tower of Trials progressed, there was no safe ce on the towers stairs. This is because as the upper levels are liberated and the crown gathers in one ce, the binding force that restrains the 50th floor also weakens. atst. Ancient beings whose powers were suppressed under the strict restrictions of the system. Later, he crawls out on his own to the lower floors of the tower. If that happens, the tower will inevitably turn into a huge hell. Knowing that future, Jinhyeok was slowly preparing variables for the future. Penheimer. yes? Do you believe me? A question suddenly asked. Its short, but the meaning contained in it was never light. If this question had been asked by someone other than Jinhyeok, he would have asked how on earth he could tell people to believe in words alone in the face of such an important task. However. I believe. I had no choice but to believe. The future of an empire full of despair and countless kingdoms. The one who kept the copsed Hwang Kwon and the lost day going was none other than Jin Hyuk. When everyone said it was impossible, the hero who made it possible was Jinhyeok right in front of him. Then, please trust me this time too. The Empire will never be swept away by a phone call again. I will prevent that from happening. Im sorry. I just thought about my future and made a mistake. I forgot for a while that all this peace was thanks to yer Kang Jin-hyeok. Hahaha! If you need me too, call me anytime. If you want, I and the knights who follow me will run across the ins to this ce, albeit feebly. With this, even the support of the empire was promised. Detailed reinforcement of the fort should be done in the spare time while staying in the empire. I was nning on staying here for a few more days anyway to entrust the Soul of Havelian to Orun. Then, well be on our way. Lets stop by one more time before we leave. Youre leaving? I prepared a banquet in the imperial capital, but youre not attending? A banquet? Yes. Since the heroes came to visit us after a long time, we have prepared a suitable ce for them. It would be a great honor for us if Chun Yoo-seong and Ellis-nim next to us could shine together. Hmm, I appreciate your words but the banquet is a bit It was when Jinhyeok was about to euphemistically refuse. Nanana nana! Lets go! Banquet! Alice, who had been pouting continuously, burned her strong will. Ellis? Im going. Im really sure Im going. Why are you suddenlying out so aggressively? That, thats Elise recalled another trump card she kept in her subspace inventory. [Lost Imperial Imperial Dress] A dress worn by thest princess of Felstein Kingdom. The dress, perfected over many years by countless artisans, is a jewel among precious jewels that even dragons covet. Durability 5000 / 5000 Special Effect: Charm increases by +100 when equipped. I failed outside the tower, but I will seed this time. Without even a foolish saint, the odds would go up even more. The skinny and unresponsive blue hair didnt even make me feel like an adversary. You guys should do things that arent trivial like that. Chun Youseong turned around as if he had lost interest. however. Hmm. This is unfortunate. I wanted to try sparring with you on this asion. Abraham shrugged in a light tone. You said you wanted to fight with me? Looks like he knows how to use a sword quite a bit, so I thought he would be a good practice partner. at that point. Chun Yoo-seongs footsteps immediately stopped. Ohhh. So. It would be good for me to use it as a practice partner Do you mean this? Yes. Well. I think so. Ill attend that damn banquet or something. Youd better not drink at all. If you dont want to regret it after losing an arm. Im looking forward to it. Out of nowhere, a confrontation between the two took ce. This I think I will be forced to attend the banquet. Two bang! Oops! Quaang! Ouch! Oops! Kwadeuk! My hand slipped. This. Damn it! You crazy old man! What are you trying to do if you break and eat all the kitchen knives that are in good shape! Shouts and screams mingled in the forge. Seeing that his voice is getting higher than hammering, it seems he hase to the right ce. Keuhmm! Oh, I made a mistake, so just give me 2 silver. Theres nobor cost. Sounds like two silvers. Ill arrest you sooner orter through the guards. Wipe your throat and wait. Kaak! Thuy. Eh. Anyway, young people these days dont trust the craftsmanship tsk tsk. Trust someone to believe, believe. I thought it would have gone bankrupt, but its still in business. Old Man Orun. Hey, how are you? Oruns eyebrows curled in reverse. The person I wanted to meet the most but didnt want to meet entered the store. Damn it, I didnt die and came again its not hehehe. Nice to meet you. Yeah, what did youe back to here for? I want you to make a weapon out of one material. Its a pretty high-end material, so I think its difficult to handle with my level. Jinhyeok took out the Habelian Spirit from the subspace inventory. The long crystals tinged with blue light emitted brilliance. This, this An earthquake urred in Oruns pupils. Dry saliva gulp down the throat. It had to be. Because such a rare material was not often seen. In a way, it was inevitable that the instincts of the past that had lived as a royal cksmith would wriggle. Is that possible? Go, its possible. Its possible. Why are you so anxious? Its like the fact that there are a lot ofints posted outside. Kuhm! Although I made a mistake a little while ago, it was because I was dealing with a cleaver. This rare material will show off its true ability. Why didnt you finish Balmung properly? It was. It wasnt easy to handle properly yet, but Balmung definitely had a lot of help from Orun. Crunchy! Then, shall we show off our skills for the first time in a while? Orun hummed and grabbed the huge hammer from the forge. This cool and heavy feeling. Its been a while. I havent told you to do it yet, but at least loosen your hands a little more Eureokchachacha! [Orun activates Lv18 Ruined cksmith!] Ugh! A golden haze rose along the hammer. Kwaaang! [Due to poor craftsmanship, the enhancement rate of Habelian Spirit has decreased!] [Remaining count: 2] Whoops. Indeed, hes not a nice guy. Okay. Thats good. It doesnt taste like it should. Somehow, Im a bit uneasy. But Oruns hammer was already soaring high again. Kwaaang! The hammer struck the side of the crystal. Beautiful sparks shed and the hammer resonated softly. [ Due to an absurd mistake, the enhancement rate of Habelian Spirit decreased!] [Remaining count: 1] Failed again this time. I dont know yet. Thest time is the moment when the cksmiths essence is disyed! Trust me until the end. Trust me Of course you have to believe it. But, for reference. Before the final hammering, Jinhyeok smiled and added, If it breaks, this forge will also break. Heh heh heh heh heh heh heh A drop of cold sweat ran down Oruns forehead. The fact that he said that wasnt a joke was more than anyone elses own . I knew the best. Woowoong ! The hammer was much more intense, and thats the moment . Chapter 362 Chapter 362. Base maintenance (2) Zebaaal! Oruns hammering with all his might exploded. Sparks flew in all directions. There is only one chance left. If it fails again, the material is destroyed. Needless to say, the life of the cksmith who destroyed the material would disappear as well. pounding! pounding! pounding! One second passed like an eternity. Oruns eyelids opened slowly. Then, right at that moment, T-ring! A golden mist rained down with a cheerful sound. is a sess Oohhhh! Okay, okay, okay! Orun eximed. The joy of barely surviving and the pride of sess came out. As expected, I believed. If it was the old man, he would seed. Yeah, yeah. Actually, I knew that. Ive been doing it on purpose to give you the right amount of tension. Cohem! Big! Orun straightened his shoulders. Seeing that he shines at important moments, it seems that his old skills have notpletely disappeared. good. Jinhyeok approached the finished product with a satisfied smile. A de with a mixture of soft white light and blue light. A dagger about 40 cm long is the new weapon you will be using right away. [Soul of Havelian C Barnard] Rating: Blue Durability: 17000 / 17000 Damage: 35000 Characteristics: Due to lightweight magic, the weight drops to 1g. Bleeding (+100) effect is applied for each attack, and critical rate is increased by 10%. Special Skill: Protection of the Havelian Race (Passive) Increases attack power by 30% when fighting with an ancient species, spirit beast, or phantom beast species. Amazing, Great. I had nothing to say other than this. Its a bit embarrassing to see the attack powere out like this even though its a dagger, isnt it? A whopping 35,000 , and theres even a lightweight magic on it, so youll be able to handle it much more proficiently. It was also quite satisfactory that the feeling of handling was simr to the fang I used before. But most of all, its fraudulent Its not weight, damage, crit, or bleeding. Special skill. As a phantom beast with high affinity, I liked the fact that I could pursue synergy with various races. Being able to receive a whopping 30% buff in a battle where victory or defeat was split by a margin meant that you could fight even higher ranks. With this, he would be able to properly y with Kizakiel and other deities like Guntaper. Thank you. I really like it. Jinhyuk lightly moved his dagger. Barnard, which scattered blue brilliance, rotated in a gentle curve. The center of gravity is also perfect. Sharpness was the same. I want to quickly enter a dungeon or abyrinth. I want to feel like my whole body is itchy. Im d you were satisfied. Then, lets go now. The party is waiting for you at the ecliptic. You say youre throwing a ball, are you going to attend? Sir Abraham forcibly shoved the invitation in, so I waspelled to attend. Hmm, the empire shouldnt worry much, but besides, be careful when going out to the middleyer. Whats going on? This is advanced information from the Dwarven Kingdom, but heheum. Great! Orun cleared his throat and blurted his horses tail. look at this This nerd-like inspiration? Whoa. I heard that a lot of good wine is served at banquets hosted by the Empire. I think I can steal a few jars. Ohhh! I love that wine too, and I really want to taste it. If you eat it with a goats thigh, its just Okay. So what information? As Jinhyeok urged him, Orun slowly opened his mouth. Well, its about the 20th floor. I heard that yers from your world went there some time ago. For the yers who went to the 20th floor Its Teresas story. Right after the raid on the 19th floor,rge guilds led by the Olympus Guild in Europe announced an extensive raid on the 20th floor. It was heated up in the news and various mass media for two days. The old Olympus guild submaster died and a new one took his ce. I heard that they cleaned up the interior very radically and achieved great results. What was your name? It was so hectic that I cant remember exactly. The important thing is that Teresa is with us in this raid. What have the yers done? Keuheum. Before that, you must know what the 20th floor is like, right? I know roughly. The 20th floor is a battlefield ofpetition with all kinds of monsters and races. It is a gigantic arena where fierce battles are fought in order to possess a wider territory even by a span under the strict rule of thumb. It means that you have to trample on others to survive, and you have to bite others to rise up. But even there, there were some prohibitions that should never be approached. Called Little King. They are monsters upying important areas on the 20th floor. Because they all possessed powerful armed forces and forces, even those on the 20th floor did not invade their territory recklessly. however. You mean the yers have entered one of the realms? They said yes. Perhaps, they were coveted for the resources there. There is only one resource that I covet. Magic Stone Mine. Yeah. They went right there. That really pissed off the guys upying the mines. yers dont know it yet, but sooner orter the chasing party will catch up with them. I thought he went to a ce that had absolutely nothing to do with the 20th floor raid. He said that he would climb the tower for the sake of humanity and whatnot. In fact, they were busy making their own profit. And that greed will lead to the worst. Large guilds say they have united, but they wont be able topete in the war of quantity Only those who have experienced the 20th floors melee can never know. Thats why Jinhyeokman predicted what the future situation would be like for the guilds on the 20th floor. Kwaaaang! Cuckoo Cuckoo! Blood fountains spurted out with a huge explosion sound. Abigyuhwan (ǽІ). There are no words more than this to describe the current situation. Kwaaaak! My, my legs! Healers! What are you doing right now? Healing cant keep up! Damn it, were doing our best too! What do we do with mana? Today is the 3rd day since I came to the 20th floor. However, it felt like I had already spent three years here. Enemies attacked by monsters like that every day were a nightmare. Right then. Everyone, get behind me! Ill buy you some time! Theresa set out to fix the copsing disy somehow. [Theresa activates her unique ability Blessing of the Stars!] As the dazzling light fell, the monsters eyes turned to Theresa. The executors, who wielded long scythes wearing ck hoods, changed their targets all at once. Kill kill. Offer to the gods as a sacrifice! A festival of blood! Lets build an altar of flesh and bones! Keeeeeeeee! What the raid is currently fighting is the Cult of the Wraith. Residents who serve the demons are fanatics whose rationality has long since disappeared. Although it did not use systematic tactics or strategy, an army without fear was tricky in itself. Due to his tenacity to kill his opponent even if he died, the damage of the raiding party grew out of control. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! Theresa swung a sword made of starlight. Gagging! Quaaaaa! The bodies of the executioners were cut into pieces by sword attacks with ovepping divine power. Of course, the executioners wielded scythes and counterattacked, but they couldnt inflict fatal wounds on Teresas body, which was armed with heavy armor. In an instant, Theresa, who had restored her ranks, jumped into the middle of enemy lines. Fighting attrition would be a loss in the long run. If so, you need to grab the enemymander and end the fight quickly. Quaang! Unlike the other Enforcers, a zealot wearing a white hood. elder. That guy is the leader of the fanatics. Teresa sped up even more. Ordinary fanatics and named enforcers also moved to protect the Elder. The walls get thicker and thicker. Protect Mister Teresa! We must support you so that you can go inside unconditionally! The rankers in the raid also had blood vessels on their necks. Kwaaang! Quaang! Support shots from distance dealers continued. And use that gap. This is the end. Finally, Teresa was able to reach the elders ce. Teresas sword soared high into the sky. at the same time. Two Ark. Akrava. The elder activated blood-based magic dyed red. A curse that binds space and twists limbs restrains the entire armor. Quadduk! The white armor began to distort little by little. Ouch Theresas face contorted in pain. However, he did not stop swinging his sword. Anything like this is nothing. in a much more difficult situation. under even more extreme conditions. I knew a yer who fought and won. Thats why I cant whine and spit out sick sounds here. You cant just walk in ce without defeating an enemy like this! Awesome! Teresas sword drew a neat trajectory. ArkRaBa Pufufufu! Blood spurting out like crazy. The elders body slowly copsed. With that, the fight is over. About an hour has passed since the battle ended. The raiding party was busy recovering the wounded and making camp. Damn it. Whats this stair like? There has to be something called moderately. If this happens, Im going to die of exhaustion. I cant even remember thest time I took a break. Damn it. Thats right. They did it unreasonably without any information. Didnt this happen because I was trying to get that guys magic stone or something? yers who were still in good shapeined. Due to extreme fatigue, the jerky and water didnt go down their throats even though they were hungry. Everyone is very tired. Teresa looked around the camp with worried eyes. The situation is dangerous now that morale is low. I dont know. It means that the whole of Europe will plummet to the ground . Whoa, Teresa hurriedly moved toward thergest barracks. Mr. Teresa? What are you doing here? The two yers guarding the barrack entrance immediately took their seats. Is Mr. Faydon inside? Yes. The engineering chief and deputy engineering chief are currently having a meeting inside. If you have any business, please wait a little bit. He told me not to let anyone in. Its urgent. I need to see you right now. Ha, but The male yer slurred as if he was troubled. But just then. Kuung! A heavy shock shook the earth . ? Call the rankers right now. Immediately! An incident urred outside the barracks. Chapter 363 Chapter 363. Base maintenance (3) Slowly! The sound of breaking pieces of metal and breaking bones. The cutting edge is so clean that the word artes out. Finally I got it. Magic stones coveted scum. The huge monster holding a 2m long Helbird spewed out a stream of death. Its bigger than the Enforcer I faced earlier. Higher Species yer. If up until now it had been a lower ss of the Church of the Specter, the one that appeared in front of me was a monster of a higher ss than the Elder. At first nce, its unremarkable. An aura far more terrifying than that of a decent boss pressed down on his body. Its not because of the absolute amount of magical power I just feel a sense of incongruity felt in the existence itself. It must be because of the physiological aversion of not wanting to face it instinctively. Right then. Damn it! What are you guys doing! A blonde man jumped out of the barracks and shouted. Peydon Romania. He was the vice master of the Olympus Guild and the person in charge of the raids engineering leader. nning this raid and clearing countless dungeons andbyrinths with high difficulty. These were all achievements that Faydon had umted. Captain! Dont panic and deal with them in squad units as you have done so far! Lets thoroughly destroy each one so that they dont take advantage of numbers! Ha, but, I cant stop that goddamn monster! Yes. I was able to deal with other fanatics, but there was only one. The only exception was the yer who frantically wielded the Helbird at the forefront. Even the strongest tanks couldnt stand the blow and were being cut to pieces. In other words. It means that you cant survive his attack with the armor you have now. I will deal with that guy. Fayden immediately pulled out his favorite weapon. Sreung! A yellow long sword and thin shield appeared. A yellow-grade holy relic. This is a card prepared with great care at the guild level for this raid. If we catch that guy, we have a chance. Having made that decision, Faydon threw himself at the yer. fault! fast. How many melee dealers can move this fast? Boooooong! The Helbird, which weighed well over 100 kg, crossed the air. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! The ground cracked like a tortoise shell. Its clear that the Helbird is a powerful weapon. Destructive power that can cut down several people at once. Since the range is long, the fear is inevitably doubled. However, the longer the reach, the longer the term until the next attack. Every weapon has its pros and cons. If you only dodge the first attack there will always be a gap you can prate. Kagagagak! Send shock through the shield and swing the sword to aim for the joints. The de that went through the side of the helberd skimmed the yers groin. Kwaaaaaaaa! The yer was frantically swinging his helberd, trying to remove the flies. However, the yer was always half a beat slow to catch Faydon, who was able to properly hit and run with speed. Dont think of me as the other guys. Faydon, who immediately caught up with him, cut off the yers neck. Awesome! The yers head was severed intact. Ohhh! All right, all right! As expected, hes the engineering chief. You took care of that monster! Fraud soared at once. Now that the enemy leader has been killed, the remaining fanatics will need to be sorted out. but. Seeing the ensuing scene everyones faces contorted in despair. Dirty human bastards. To offer the magic stone to him greedy. With blood forgive the sin. Chig giggle. Ill eat it all. Soft flesh. Eyeballs. And even the intestines. The yer who came here is not one. Twelve yers appeared, armed with helberds and war axes and deformed scythes. There are a whopping 12 guys who are tough to deal with. furthermore. It wasnt just the yers who appeared. Chunk! Cheolgureuk Knights wrapped in ck armor all over their bodies. Its Blood Night. A variant of the Death Knight with three arms, it is ssified as a very difficult monster to deal with due to its bizarre pattern. In fact, even the elite members of the Pdins had lost their lives to that Blood Knight, except for one. There are undead monsters? Werent they just crazy fanatics? Its just how big of a force it is that higher species crawl out endlessly. Damn it. Hahaha. Even the raiding party knew that this was a ce where various factions were fighting. the problem is. Thats where the information they figured out is right there. He quickly grasped the overall structure of the 20th floor and was engrossed only in upying important bases, so he didnt even pay attention to the details. Caang! Kakakang! The Blood Knight drove Faydon like a storm. top bottom bottom and sides. The advantage of speed haspletely disappeared. There is only a response that depends on senses and predictions, not perceptions and reactions with the eyes. Kuh! Faydon was sweating profusely, focusing only on defense. Even in the midst of this, the number of enemies was growing exponentially. Theres no no odds. Theresa looked with despair in her eyes at the swarms of enemies. Thousands of fanatics brandishing ck gs were pouring down on the encampment. I havent been able to sleep properly for several days already, and the situation has reached its peak both mentally and physically. In the meantime, to fight against such powerful monsters. No matter how you look at it, there is no chance of winning. You have to run away. There is no time to even refine the ranks of engineering units. Scattered apart, at least one more must survive. A forest on the outskirts of the empire. A small spark flickered in thepletely deserted darkness. Things are going that way. Jinhyeok told everyone what he had heard from Orun. It must be a headache. Isnt it a story that hundreds of yers could be wiped out? Chun Yuseong let out a small sigh. On the 20th floor, its definitely the most hectic ce in the tower. It looks like they really went in without prior information and with only the will. Elise also helped out with a word. Thats how it is. Originally, those who are blinded by greed want to pretend they dont know, but the problem is that Teresa is in the raid. It would have been difficult for the Rosenberg family with a long history in Europe to refuse the help of the presidents and prime ministers of each country. After all, Teresa must have joined the raid as a member of the raid. This is why I said it would be difficult to go to the Empire together. Now I understand why. So, do you mean you wont attend the imperial banquet? You should ask for a dy. Its not your job thats urgent right now. Originally, I was going to do the 20th floor a little slower, but now that this has happened, I have to hurry up a little more. Of course, rushing is not necessarily a bad thing. Thanks to the Olympus side setting up a lot of things first, various variables arose. Ive also found a way to use it to my advantage. Because the situation depends on how you use it. The corners of Jinhyuks lips twisted subtly. If you do well this time, besides simply clearing the 20th floor, you will be able to monopolize all the various benefits. So, are the three of us going? You and me, and Mr. Ellis? No, if we go like this, the numbers are a bitcking. No matter how outstanding thebat power of each individual was, the resource called troops had to be supported on the 20th floor. because. Jinhyeok recruited some reliable helpers. that buck It was then that footsteps were heard. That its hard to have a meal together. I knew you were expensive, but I didnt expect it to be this expensive. Abraham scratched his head and approached. And next to it, a nostalgic face was added. I heard that there is a great exploration, can I expect it? Pesis. The great explorer who floats the tower also decided to join this expedition. It is a situation where you can kill two birds with one stone as you can copy the unique ability that you couldnt do before. Thank you. It must not have been an easy decision, but you readily epted it. I was impressed by your heart that you have to save yourrades. To have to save the saintess of that world. Its very romantic. Like a story in a fairy tale. Ah! So, yer Kang Jin-hyeok is the hero? Mmm. You seem to be misunderstanding something. You dont have to release it. It must also be an illusion that Elises fingernails grew particrly sharp. Maybe I mean. Chun Yoo-seong, who saw the two joining, eximed as if he was surprised. Its fortunate. I was worried that you would ask to go with only the three of us, but if there are seven talented people, we can somehow match the assortment. seven? not five? What does that mean? I, too, have contacted people I trust. Originally, it was for a purpose other than the 20th floor, but saving Teresa woulde first. At the same time as Chun Yoo-seong finished speaking, new characters appeared from the grass on the other side. I came here in a hurry because Gongja Cheon said he really wanted to meet me. Although its a little sad that I didnt call because I wanted to see this master after a long time. Still, that disciple seeks help from the teacher. I was very unaware of it. Its great. If you dont call, youll be ready toe when you enter the coffin? It is a posthumous death and darkness. Although the Empire and Murim had signed a peace treaty, it was unusual for two super-ss masters from each faction to cross over to the Empire. Master? Come on. How have you been? Dark Emperorughed and approached. Ive been well. Is it safe with Master? Peace is a piece of shit! I thought I was dying of a moth because all the guys I could knock on were gone. Yes. There are tens of thousands of people to destroy? Where should I start sweeping them away? Yeah, thats the case, but since we have only a few people, we have to approach it a bit strategically. You dont have to turn them all into enemies. Seeing that the stage gun Lu Bu also noticed, they fought between Liu Bei and Cao Cao. However , Dark Emperor did more than that, never less. Of course. What use will it be? That confidence is backed by overwhelming force. A one-man army. Just being yourself is enough . Dark Emperor dered . I started to notice it for no reason to be alone without doing anything . Actually, I also had something prepared. Seriously. Elise hurriedly put magic into the ne she was wearing. Then, the space was torn like a crescent moon Tsutsut! With smoke, silver-haired vampires appeared. Ophelia and Belus headed towards Elise. Meet the head of Ataraxia Meet the head of Ataraxia . Did he feel the authority and dignity as the head of a family? It seemed that he himself was highly exalted by being treated like a queen. . Jinhyeok looked at the people gathered with strange eyes. Lonely, alone, he faced all the difficulties. There are no more times when you had to get through it. Now, there is always someone by your side. From now on, I will go to the 20th floor. Jinhyeok stood at the forefront. Chapter 364 Chapter 364. Church of the Wraith (1) Kill the living and offer them to a great being. That was the ideology of the Church of Specters, one of the giant powers on the 20th floor. Although there are only 20 floors, it is not simply because their capabilities are limited to the 20th floor. An endless stream of blood and a battlefield spread across the stairs. A treasure trove of resources based on abundant magic stones. The advantage of being able to secure infinite sacrifices and magic stones at the same time was the reason they stayed on this floor for so long. and present. A monster with a terrible appearance was standing in the barracks where countless corpses were piled up. Red blood runs down his ck lips. A bloody crown was ced on the monsters head, which had the appearance of a skinny man. Like you said. We destroyed all the human strongholds. He is the leader of the Church of the Specter and one of the seven deadly sins, ziness. Both in name and reality, even in the upper echelons, an existence that belongs to the name ss. However, there was an existence that such a monster politely bowed its head It was Guntaper, one of the demon kings of the demon realm. To be precise, it was an alter ego containing Guntapers soul. Hmm. Good work. You confided in me very well. Guntaper clicked his tongue and looked around the ruins. Bodies piled up like a mountain. Hundreds of yers lost their lives without being able to resist properly. As you said, humans with strong magical powers were captured separately, but a few escaped the encirclement and scattered. He pointed to the prison that Sloth had prepared in one corner. yers of A-rank or higher were locked in a prison where red mes were burning instead of iron bars. Huh? Did you get out of the siege? How many? I think there are about 30 or 40 people. Of course, the pursuers are fiercely chasing them, so we should be able to find them all before the sun goes down today. To miss that many even with a Blood Knight and a yer Is that even possible? Guntafers mouth twisted subtly. In an instant, the surrounding temperature cooled down. Its creepy cold. ! Parr. Sloths whole body trembled slightly. Fear, horror and a terrifying aura that transcended all of them pressed down on my heart. Among these humans, there was a candidate for an apostle of Eden. She was a blond woman who used divine power strongly, so it seems that the Blood Knight had no choice but to give her a chance. But, if you give me a little time No, I will Even if you move yourself! Youre still busy making excuses. The one in charge of sloth among the seven deadly sins. Why do you think youre locked up on the 20th floor? The other mortal sins enjoy their respective ces in the upper levels of the tower. But only sloth. He was not in the upper ss, but in the middle ss, and upied the position of leader of the church. That, thats Because it didnt produce results. No matter how perfect the process is, it has no meaning. Results It is only the results that matter most. Dont let me down this time either. If nothing else, we must capture the saintess alive. Remember Ill do it. Natae shook her head. Okay. Trust me. Guntapers clone melted into the shadows and disappeared. OK. Crunchy! Sloth is broken, so I gnashed my teeth. Gather all the followers. I will triple the number of pursuers. Yes. Teacher. The massive yer fell to his knees. Also, send a messenger to the other forces and tell them what I have to say. The other giant forces on the 20th floor, the Red Giant and Great Wing, and numerous minor forces intertwined with them. You should make it clear to all of them. What can I tell you? Ill put a bounty on you. Whoever catches the blonde saintess who uses divine power will receive 30% of the magic crystals from this magic stone mine for the next 3 years. The magic crystal mine on the 20th floor holds one of thergest veins in the entire tower. The purity is also very high, so on top of the yolk where medium and high-grade magic stones are being mined in piles. Giving 30% of that was a truly amazing offer. It meant that the power of the faction could increase significantly at once. Thats why sloth was thinking ofpleting the mission with all his might. I will obey themand of the great leader. The yer and numerous followers began to move. [You have entered the 20th floor.] Ugh! A new group appeared on the 20th floor with a bright light. It was the Old Inmul Corporation led by Jinhyeok. Its the 20th floor Weve alreadye this far. Sky with two suns. Andscape of dry meadows and long canyons. This is the 20th floor. Jinhyuks gaze turned to the air. It must be around this timing. Tring! [Attack Conditions] Description: There are about 173 factions on the 20th floor. There are about 20 factions with more than 1,000 members. To clear the 20th floor, you must either be in the top 3 of all these factions orpletely destroy the biggest one. A status window containing the attack conditions appeared. If its the greatest force, it must be the Church of the Specter. As a collection of fanatics who serve the demon king, their power is also enormous. In particr, there was one of the seven deadly sins, ziness, at the head of them, but if you simply look at thebat power, it was a monster that corresponds to the hero ss. I need to be a bit nervous. Theres too little information about this ce. Almost no people came here in the first ce Chun Youseong waved his hand with a stiff face. Does the swordsman of the world seem afraid? What is cowardice! Im just trying to be careful. Isnt itmon sense to be thoroughly prepared when going to a strange ce? Especially if its on the 20th floor. Well, the raw meat that yed the old tower of trials couldnt go beyond the 20th floor. Even that leech-like Sword Saint gave up climbing the tower here. Its a bit difficult here. Its a ce where a lot of kids like youe out. What do you mean kids like me? Sreung! Chun Yuseongs sword was half drawn. You have to speak well here. I didnt know that I could be in more danger than Teresa. That means that there are a lot of masters who are that good. They train hard and have talent. You know what I mean? Chunk! The sword went back into the scabbard. Rather, its as if the tone has ever passed through this ce. Did you go beyond the 20th floor? A flurry of questions ensued. This guy always used to wonder how high I climbed. Ive been a little further than this. As expected. I expected it after seeing the work in the Empire and Murim. I had been to the mid-20th or early 30th floor. From the middle of the 20th floor to the beginning of the 30th floor Jinhyeok smiled. Answer me straight. Is it on the second half of the 20th floor? Is it on the 30th floor? Well. I cant remember how far I went. Youre always so selfish! Chun Yu-seong tried to ask more about the answer that obscured the point, but thats it. The conversation was cut off at the sound of someones presence through the reeds. someone ising Kick-kick! What is this? These are the new tenants? The bushes parted and appeared hobgoblins with small daggers. They arerger than normal goblins and are a superior species with far superior intelligence. In addition, due to the nature of moving inrge numbers, it was a very difficult axis to deal with. okay. This is the 20th floor. from the entry point. until the outgoing exit. Every ce and every time you set foot is a continuation of the battlefield. It looks like he just entered the 20th floor, but its quite unlucky that the opponent is us. Gick giggle! Like that. I deserve praise for crawling all the way here, but I ran out of luck there. If you give everything you have, you can save lives. First of all, hand over the silver-haired woman and the dark-haired woman behind you. The hobgoblins sword points were directed at Alice and the chuhonsayoung. Even if I had to choose would you pick those two? It seems that this side is not the one who is unlucky. Oh, you want me? Sayeong Chu walked forward with a bright smile on her face. Kick-kick! Youre walking on your own feet, wise. Dont be too scared. Because we dont eat human meat for a while. Just gagging? The mocking voice did notst long. squeak. Crunchy The Hobgoblins head just rolled off. The pure white sword drew a curve that was so blinding. Why are you so surprised? Werent they the ones who asked me toe? Chu Hon Sa-yeong flicked her finger. Kyik? Are you going to repay the grace of being arrogant and save me with something like this? Ill tear you to shreds and kill you! Hobgoblins immediately counterattacked. Armed with a heavy wooden shield and sword, he aimed for a funeral from all directions. Right then. Pupper puck! Red harpoons shot through the air from the side. Keew! Kuaaa! The Hobgoblins, who had be skewers in an instant, fell to the ground. You are such filthy little things that you cant figure out the subject. Who are you arguing over who will save your life or not? Cuckoo Cuckoo! As Elise released her magical powers, ck clouds fell under the sun. Magic beyond imagination. It is the realm of the absolute that no hobgoblin or the like can dare to surpass. God, they are monsters! Hey! The 20th floor is full of ignorant people! I have to tell the captain right now! But thats just a wishful thinking. The red meteor shower that started pouring down from the sky turned the surroundings into a scorched earth. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Kwaaang! He did not intend to spare even a single bug that had dared to im ownership over him. Oh, Im sorry if you only turn your attention to thatdy. You have to y with me too. And that was the same for Sayoung, who has lived a noble life. As the 8th ceremony of The Sword of Death unfolds, a beautiful trajectory cuts through the space. !? Huh? He couldnt even recognize how he had suffered. He was just ughtered one-sidedly. The scene of the tragedy that started like that. The blood of the hobgoblins soaked the reed field. Is it really necessary to kill them all? Chun Yoo-seong swallowed dryly as he watched the viciously rampaging funeral rites. Although he didnt know it, he must have thought that he should treat Master a little more politely from now on. We have to take care of all but one . It must be clearly imprinted on them. By now, the Olympus guilds raiding party, which has been destroyed, must be running away frantically, avoiding pursuit. To save them, it is absolutely necessary to divert attention . I should also take advantage. Then, shall we start attacking the 20th floor in earnest? Jinhyeok opened the subspace inventory. The privilege obtained by attacking the 19th floor. The means to smoothly attack the 20th floor is inside this! Ugh! A small box with bright light one appeared Chapter 365 Chapter 365. Church of the Specter (2) [Blue Torch C 20th floor only special item.] Durability 1/1 Description: A torch that allows you to have a 1:1 stand-up with the leader of a faction. After designating the desired faction and lifting the torch, the leader belonging to that faction must respond to the solitude. In addition, this private stand is guaranteedplete secrecy, and if you use a torch, the locations of all factions on the 20th floor are disyed for 5 minutes. blue torch. It is a special item that can be used quite usefully on the 20th floor. I never thought this would pop out of the specials. I expected something good toe out, but this ispletely out of specification? Jinhyuk swallowed augh. One of the best items toe out of the 20th floor popped out. Not only can I meet the head of a faction, but its also fraudulent to show the entire location like a map hack. This greatly increases the number of cards that can be used. Jinhyeok kept the blue torch in a corner of the subspace. in between. After clearing up all the hobgoblins, Alice and the wedding ceremony approached. Like I said, I killed all but one. But, will this really work? The two tilted their heads. Even so, you wont understand why he chose the hobgoblins out of many. If it wasnt for these guys, it was because there were a lot of them. But hobgoblins are perfect for this job. Just trust me. Everyone has ideas. More than that the important thing is where the current Olympus raid is located Jinhyeoks gaze turned to that distant ce. Information is needed. as quickly as possible. Mr. Pesis. Yes. Please tell me. Could you give me directions to the nearest town from here? Hmm. There is a medium-sized base called Harun about 2 hours away from here. Its more like awless area than a vige to be exact, but its a ce that has a good assortment. Harun Vige. It is a vige made up of petty thieves and third-rate thieves. Originally, in order to go here, you must have a pass made of human bones, which can only be used among them. but. If Pesis is with you, you will be able to find a new route to enter the interior through the heavy security. Lets go. At least there wasnt a ce Pesis couldnt go under the 41st floor. It was about an hour after that when we arrived at the vige. As time is of the essence, Jinhyeok spurred on speed. Thanks to this, we were able to reach the entrance of the vige much faster than the scheduled time. You. Did you bring this as a pass? Haha. Look at this? He doesnt belong to Scar? Where did the guy who came from dare to hand over a counterfeit que? Bandits guarding the entrance caught one vagabond trying to enter the vige. In his hand was a human bone simr to a finger bone. Hey! The tramp, who had been exposed to everything, tried to escape. of course. Puffer Puck! It was just his wish. Red blood gushed from the head that had been hit directly by the mace. Keep uh The tramps staggering body copsed. Somehow, it seems there is a separate method to determine the truth. Chun Yoo-seong fiddled with the hilt as if asking for a decision. Due to this guys personality, it would be more appropriate to just wipe it all out than to go back. I guess that wouldnt be too bad either. Otherwise, I might have to waste all my time fighting these bandits. There was also a risk that could give the Church room to prepare for. Mr. Pesis. How about the driveway? This way. The road is a bit rough, but please follow me while stepping only where I am stepping. Phesis started walking along the swampy path into the vige. It is deep to the waist, and if you take the slightest wrong step, you feel like you will be sucked into the endless mud. If it wasnt for Pesis, its a rough road that no one would have imagined that there was a road like this. How long did it take? The end of the swamp was visible. however. wait a minute. Pesis, who was standing in the lead, stopped in ce. Confusion is clearly visible on his face. Whats wrong? It cant be I cant get in here. Phesis ran her hand through various parts of the grate. It was possible to enter the vige sewer by opening the bars, but the bars were firmly sealed by something. So much iron. Get out of the way. Chun Yuseong drew his sword at once, and the sword loaded with strong energy struck the bar in one blow. Caang! What, what is this? What surprised me was Cheon Yoo-seong. Even though it was loaded with strong wind, the bars were not scratched. Only purple letters appeared in the air. It is an unfamiliar form of text, not anguage or runes that you already knew. Its interesting. Ill try to destroy it once. Dark Hwang moved his joints and stepped forward. Its useless. Its a demonguage, but its a structure that can only be unlocked by mentioning a keyword that only the person who put this seal knows. No matter how strong the force is, it cant be destroyed. In a word, it means that you can enter only by entering a password. Hoo. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. I never thought Id meet something sealed in the demonguage here. Its a guy who knows helle through this passage Meticulousness in building up the build-up without missing a single detail while knowing how this side will move. An existence that possesses the status of being able tomand Sloth, the cult leader, as a subordinate. There is only one person who can do that. Guntafer. The demon king who was looking after the Church of Specters came here himself. But there was something he wasnt expecting Because its not the first time Ive solved a trap like this. The keywords that Guntaper likes to use have already been learned a long time ago. Maybe if youre going to use it in a ce like this Tuarat Pe Aramsur (where inferior things cant reach). Jinhyuk murmured softly into the air. OK. Catch up Geek! The iron bars were rolled left and right, leaving enough space for one person to pass through. Ah, how on earth does yer Kang Jin-hyuk know the Makainguage? No, more than that, this is only possible if you know which demon tribe uses which keyword, but what the hell Pesis said with her rabbit eyes open . stuttered I couldnt help but feel embarrassed. Because this was an area that was only possible if you deeply understood the habits and characteristics of the demons. When I was young, I went abroad to study abroad. No, no matter how much it is, to the demon realm You just have to work hard. Hey, its not a realm that requires hard work Dont try to think in terms ofmon sense. That guy could have been to Pandemonium enough. Rather, quite a few demons might have invited him to be a professor, asking him to teach him a trick. At Chun Yu-seongs words, Jin-hyeok became furious. Hey. Wherever I look, you say its natural that I went to the Demon World? Thats absurd. For a nice person like me. Isnt that right, everyone? Jinhyeok looked at everyone as if asking for consent. Of course, there was no one who responded to it. Master, of course, from spirit water to even sweet potato and Alice. Everyone looked away and tried not to make eye contact. Whoa, that frog over there, is that a swamp frog? Thats right. Please go. At first nce, it looked like a frog. The big one might be a bullfrog. Undine likes water! Mooooogiii! There is no one to trust in the world. Right then. My disciple. Dark Emperor approached with a warm smile. Didnt I say that the only one who can understand the heart of a disciple is the Master? Su, Master Evil isnt necessarily bad. yes? Didnt this school also receive the teachings of the Heavenly Demon? The iron-blooded will of worshiping nothing without resorting to ostentation and ostentation. That is the essence of the Demon. Chuck! Cancer! The ce where the demons live must be like that. Its like paradise for them. I think it would have been better if you didnt say anything. Jinhyeok let out a small sigh and went inside the window. Whoops! Puck! Puck! Die, die! Die! Kaak Tue! Ha ha ha ha! Is that guy really dead? Lets just dump the body on the riverbank. Oh! Wait, these shoes. Theyre the perfect size for my feet, right? You wont need them in Hell, so Ill use them. The town was filled with shouts. Its basic to drink alcohol here and there. Murder and robbery were somon that they were taken for granted. After finding a suitable abandoned house inside the vige and settling down, Jinhyeok took Cheon Yuseong and headed to the central square. This is because it can attract attention when many people move at once. The ce we arrived at was a five-story wooden building. This is the contact point for the Thieves Guild. Its pretty shabby. Well, there wont be any people who are crazy about alcohol and women investing in the office. Do we really have to lend a hand to these guys? Still, the kids here have a lot of information. Im sure they can find out where Ms. Teresa was. Sheesh. Got it. Jinhyeok and Chun Yuseong entered the building with their hoods on. The sour body odor and the strong smell of alcohol sting your nostrils. Inside, several drunken men were having a drink. What did youe for? Three beatster, the bald man who found the two opened his mouth. information. Information Um? But youre a first-time guest. Im guessing youre from this stairway? I just got over yesterday. So I need some information. Yeah. Were cheap. Are you okay? Im willing to pay the price as long as I sell the right information. Jinhyeok took out three red rubies from his pocket. These were things she had stolen from Alices jewelry box before the imperial ball. The bald mans eyes changed dramatically. The rest of the people who were drinking alcohol also shed in their eyes. Oh my! These are very good people. I didnt know what to say. Yes, what information can I tell you? Even so, we know all the news on the 20th floor. The yers came here a while ago, do you know? Ah! The gentlemen from outside the tower? I remember. They tried toe here without a pass and got kicked out. But why are they? I want to know where you are. Where are you now? How is it? Can you tell me? Hmm. I know, but its kind of high-end information, so the price is a bit The bald head scratched his head pretending not to know. five things. Ill give you more. Jinhyeok poured out more rubies. If you walk east for two days from here, there is argeke, and you should be there. I heard that the two-headed ichthyosaur that lives there produces some pretty salty by-products and catches them. Lake Draw it.ke. Its there. If we leave quickly, we can meet tomorrow at midnight. As if the deal was over, the bald man quickly packed the ruby in. But, I dont understand. Jin-hyeok, who was walking back to the entrance, suddenly locked the door. The iron door was locked tightly. No one coulde in or go out. What, what do you mean ? How did the bad yers get there? And the bounty that your friends are looking at at the table Im sure its the one Im looking for. Theresas face was drawn on the yellow paper on the table. He said he just came over here today. How do you do that? The bald head swallowed dryly. At the same time . The reason why I put up with the clumsy y is because it makes it more ptable. Jinhyeok also pulled out the newly acquired dagger. Is it a trap? shit. If you think well just open our mouths, youre very mistaken. Yeah. Yes? You were a very loyal friend? I hope that that mindset will not change for a long time if possible. I mean it sincerely . Chapter 366 Chapter 366. Church of the Wraith (3) Living slowly rising. Jinhyeok slowly released his magic. They said you shouldnt make a fuss. You seem to be itching more. Chun Yuseong clicked his tongue as if he couldnt stop it. Well its true that you shouldnt make a fuss. But as long as it doesnt get known, it wont matter. Who knows how many people get smashed in an enclosed room? At least for the time being, Ill be able to move on quietly. Jinhyuk clenched his fist and headed forward. and after a while The thieves guild inside the building became a piece of cake. No matter how worn out they are in the middle ss, thats a story at the level of thieves. Among the deceased, Jinhyeok and Chun Yuseong, who were the deceased, could not be the opponents. Kuluk kuk! Gaug kek kek. Turn off The thieves let out a moan of pain. Its not easy to even breathe because the stomach has been hit properly. Are you thinking about answering now? Kill it. Whatever you ask, you better not expect an answer. Ohhh. Hes the leader of the grass, but he still has a price. Is it because he has confidence in enduring pain? Yes. If you die, you die. You dont sell yourrades. Indeed, for a thief, he is quite loyal. but. Does the guy know? That this is just the beginning of a long suffering? Jinhyeok called the spirits and Frey from subspace. Whoops! Undines, sylphids, smanders, and gnomes appeared with a bright light. Did you call the owner? This time, its not about how much to pamper whats going on? Hehe. The spirit beasts rubbed their palms with forced smiles on their faces. I need to extract some information from these guys here, but theyre not very cooperative. Yeah. Thats right. Id rather bite my tongue and die. He was crazy. He rebelled against his master. Isnt it? So show us the bitter taste of ourpany. Okay. Master. Trust us. Undine clenched her small fists and nodded. The torture that started like that. Roaring! Smander lit a fire around the thieves soles. Oh, its hot! what is this!? slowly rising temperature. Cold sweat ran down his spine. In addition, Undine filled the water droplets with capsaicin and started pouring them into the thieves mouths. Queueek! Cool! Cool Cool! Hehe. Eat a lot. Do you want to eat this too? Dine. Here. I think it would be better if you put these ingredients in too. You saw the hostess eating it the other day. Tears and runny nosee out all over. Sylphid added mint chocte and stinky tofu to Undines water drops. In an instant, something horrific beyond humannguage could be described. The hammer is out! In addition, the gnome began to do things he did not dare to do to the man with an earthen hammer. puck! stop! Fuck! Oh, no! Kwajik! Kuaaaa! My Junior! The screams turned into screams. It soon turned into a plea. In the end, people who fainted after biting into crab foam appeared one after another. Master, this person is not moving anymore. The gnome swung the hammer with a dainty face. The thieves who became the next target shouted. Mi, crazy spirits. Sa, save me! We have a thing called honor. You damn bastards! A terrible scream rang out. Keugh! The bald head, who seemed to be the captain, bit his mrs. The other guys couldnt stand the torture of the spirit beasts, but only this man was the only one who was stubbornly resisting. Hes a terrible guy. More than I thought. Frey, how, would you like to try it? Yeah. Ill try. Frey stepped forward. And without warning, he took out arge knife. The kind used in butchers to cut whole meat and bones. What, what are you trying to do? The bald head was frightened and struggled all over. either that or not. Frey held the knife high with an expressionless face. Fray! huh? However, if you hit it with it, wont it die no matter what? Cant you kill me? Yes. Now. What about cutting? Thats fine. Instead, usemon sense. Okay. Then Ill proceed considering the amount of blood loss. The chance of survival is 99.5%. If you lose all your arms and legs, the chance of survival drops to 50%. First of all, Ill have to fix the tools to prevent bacterial infection and stop bleeding. Roaring! Frey started heating the knife over the fire. The bloody conversation made the bald mans face pale. Ill tell you! Damn it! You can just tell me! The yers are in Gray Forest. There they are! At the bald mans words, Jinhyeok gestured toward Frey. Frey stopped the knife he was about to strike. A gray forest? Yes! The church guys put up a bounty. Its 30% of a years supply of magic stones from the magic stone mine, so everyone is looking for it with their eyes open! Certainly, in the gray forest, there are many ces to hide. Theresa must have instinctively chosen a ce with plenty of cover and hiding ces. Fine. Frey. And boys. You can stop. Jinhyeok stopped the torture. Undine, who was putting canary fish sauce into a thiefs nostril, stopped her hand as if feeling sorry. Hey, are you going to let us go now? no. Sorry but its not over yet. There were a few more things I needed to make this a little easier. I need to introduce you to the master of your thieves guild. To clear this floor, we need a force with excellent intelligence and arge number. WhatPuPuhaha! Youre going to meet the master of our guild? Puhahaha! Its ridiculous No, dont try to feed him that green lump. Dont try to cut it with a knife. I dont want to tell you. No. I dont even know who he is. Are you saying its made up of dot tissue? Chun Yuseong frowned. If so, its because finding the top wasnt easy. but. You dont have to look for the top. Jinhyeok grabbed the paper with Teresas montage drawn on it. Even if its run as a point organization, there must be at least one guy who gives you orders, right? Yes. Yes. But, even that person doesnt know about the Master. Theres no point in catching him. But, that person probably knows something about the upper line. If you go up the stairs, you will reach the master. It was then that the guild was swallowed up. If you go through every detail like that, youll never be able to reach the Master within the time, right? torture and intimidation. Of course, it would be difficult to swallow an entire guild in that way. No matter how harshly I pressed it, I couldnt help but feel a sense of repulsion. You dont have to worry about that either. I have one ability that specializes in this kind of thing. He grabbed a piece of paper that Jinhyeok was holding and held it to the bald mans face. What are you doing right now? Stay quiet. [Lv3 Infamyeongu(Ƥ) is activated!] Ugh! The paper gradually began to take on the shape of a human face. At some point, a leather shell with the same appearance as the bald head was created. I have information about Teresa, so look at your upper body and tell her toe right away. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! A storm of tremendous magical powerpletely changed the surroundingndscape. These are traces of Apollos sun chariot sweeping the ground. Advance! A tremendous shout followed Apollosmand. Oh oh! God is with us! Lets kill them all and give thisnd to the gods! Thousands of Greek troops, morale-charged, began to advance. thump! thump! thump! The earth shook and a huge number of troops covered the ice field. For the first time, the g of an outside force fluttered in Jotunheim, the key stronghold. of course. The gigantic power of Ragnarok wasnt just about being taken for granted. Kuaaa! Dirty intruders! The giants also fiercely resisted, wielding bats made of ice and throwing conifers. The battle had already unfolded for three days and nights. The battle, which had been repeated one step at a time, was reaching a climax before anyone knew it. Its not as easy as I thought. Athena, who watched the battle from afar, frowned. I thought that Ragnarok, whose power had already begun to decline, could be easily wiped out. However, once the war started, the resistance of the opponent was not easy. Even if you lose the crown, it seems that you havepletely lost your power. Thor That guy is the biggest problem. Of course, Hercules is in charge of Edens side Hades let out a long sigh. The opponents greatest power, the god of lightning, was fighting against hundreds of Greek warriors even at this moment. Its like investing too much to deal with just one. Edens side doesnt want our forces to grow, so we cant help it. Hercules has to take charge of the west so that we can withstand even if the archangelse. Currently, the upper echelon is in a situation where sharp interests are intertwined. Forcespeting with Olympus could not hope for Olympus sess. So, when the main base is away on an expedition, it is absolutely necessary to have someone who will reliably protect the rear. Heimdall is just as annoying. He crosses dimensions and disturbs our rear, and the damage is hard to ignore. Its about the Valkyrie unit. Well, from their point of view, if they die on the battlefield, they believe that they can go to Valha, so its like fighting with battle maniacs who have fallen into madness. The rest of the gods also helped one by one. It must have been an advantage, but for these reasons, the victory was notpletely solidified. Has Odins location been unknown yet? Zeus, who was sitting in the seat of honor, tapped the table with his finger. w! Golden lightning shed in all directions. heavy. A mixture of irritation and anger weighed heavily on the surroundings. Thats he hides tightly, as if he knows that his father is targeting him. Its easy to track as he moves around through Heimdall Hermes, that sounds like youre below Heimdall. Oh no! Give me a little more time, and Ill definitely catch the tail. Hermes hesitated and made an excuse. The key to this war was for Zeus to kill Odin and finish the war in a short period of time. But that absolute premise was shaking. Right then , !? Father! Someone ising! As soon as Hermes finished speaking, the air twisted long . Chapter 367 Chapter 367. Church of the Wraith (4) White skin and ck horns. The appearance of a mischievous child is impressive. Asmodian. Looking at the length of the horn, it was a high-ranking aristocrat corresponding to the upper ss. Huh, its hard to see this, so all the people are gathered. How dare you, demons, say where is this ce! Athena immediately aimed her spear and shield. The white magic power rotated fiercely as if to pierce through the enemy who had entered their territory without warning. stop. However, Zeus gesture did not aplish that goal. father? Its fun that the demon world came all the way here. So what happened? It is an honor to be weed by the supreme deity of Olympus. My name is Massid. I am a demon who serves the great demon king Guntaper. The boy bowed deeply to show his respect. If it is the level of a demon king, he is an absolute person who cannot be looked down upon by other deities. The messenger came all the way here The corner of Zeuss mouth went up subtly. Tell me. What is the reason you want to meet us? I would like to propose a formal alliance between Olympus and Pandemonium. !? alliance. Unexpectedly, the huge words froze the surroundings. Until now, the colossal powers of the upper echelons were unable to cooperate because of each others values and interests. It was epted that it was fate to die and die until one survived. In particr, the rule that all crowns must be collected by one force pushed everyone to the limit. however. To think that the most insidious demon world would propose an alliance first. Hoo. Zeus tapped the table with his fingers. Are you interested? First, I wonder why you want to form an alliance. To be honest, we werent interested in an alliance with Olympus either. However, since you started a war against Ragnarok this time, Eden has also started to move in earnest. We have no choice but to respond. Eden is neutral in principle against all forces except for the demon world. However, due to Olympus territory expansion and Kizakiels rebellion, unusual movements began to be detected. They attacked the Pandemonium to restore internal solidarity and bnce the forces. It means you need us to keep Eden in check. Isnt that a bad suggestion? Zeus isnt able to use one of his strongest cards right now because hes trying to keep Eden in check. Not being able to bring Hercules to the battlefield is definitely painful. If there were only the strongest demigods, thest ruins of Jotunheim would have already been captured. It was the harsh reality of Olympus that even though they had obtained the northern area of Ragnarok, they could not get their hands on the most important base and wasted time. however. It seems impossible to form an alliance simply for that reason. I can handle as much as Eden. Jotunheim will also be able to fall if I spend a little more time. Zeus rejected the demon worlds proposal with a single stroke. breakdown of negotiations. What this meant was the death of the messenger who handed over the offer. Parts Tsutsu! Zeus unique sacred spear, Astrafe, emitted a brilliance beyond imagination. If it was the strongest spear that could pierce even the demon kings fighting spirit, even nobles would disappear as a handful of ashes. however. Masyd, who should have been trembling in fear or running away, was still standing there. Did we propose an alliance just for the sake of Eden ? Baeknokdam . It is a sacred ce where a huge source of magical power flows, and at the same time, it is also a meeting ce where hundreds of deities can gather. Funny. Are you saying its such a big deal for those two worms toe together? Not two. Hundreds of deities centered on those two have all gathered. Of course, it may seemckingpared to the power of Olympus, but it is also an undeniable fact that it is a burden. Asian deities, rtively weak in power, were building a huge coalition. It is the meaning of not being pushed back. It was the first news that even Zeus had heard that hundreds of deities secretly gathered. Besides, the problem does not end here . They will also see this turmoil as an opportunity. In particr, I heard that the lizards that were trying to devour the whole floor even found their own apostles this time. The dragons upying the 46th floor of the tower . You mean this incident became a catalyst? Thats right. After the first great war, the second war is about to break out. Variables and variables gathered to create a fuse. So, shouldnt we form a strong alliance and look out for each other? Go back and look after each other.e back with me Lets talk. Zeus made a decision. Regarding the supremacy of the tower. Again, a huge cloud of war began to circte . No, thats ridiculous Overlime Venta. Having been a master of the thieves guild for 30 years, he had to feel that all of hismon sense was copsing. .Because Jinhyeok, who had disguised his face as one of his subordinates a little while ago, was astonished. The only thing that could polymorph was a dragon. However, there was no sense of incongruity at the sight of seeing a colleague he had known for 30 years. That much . The disguise was perfect, Jinhyeok threw his shaggy, bearded face to the floor, A pyramidal dot organization might be good at keeping secrets, but its like this kind of blind spot. Ill use your face in this way soon. Even if the Master is defeated, the fact itself wont spread. The best thing is that as long as you keep the shell, you can freely control the entire guild. Kuaaa! You rotten bastards! Of course, Benta, who had everything taken away, couldnt stand still. Like a master of a guild , Benta pulled out a pair of daggers and moved his body dizzy. The speed was so fast that it was hard to catch with the naked eye. Chun Yoo-seong, who was waiting, was perfectly reading Ventas movements. Just as the legsnded suddenly ! ? With that, everything in the thieves guild fell perfectly into Jinhyeoks hands. What are you going to do now? Cheon Yuseong asked Jinhyeok after brushing off the blood on his sword . . As long as you ate the thieves guild with the best intelligence, you dont have to worry about the rest of them intervening. Theres only one thing . Although it takes a long time, Sloth has the ability to track down a prey once it has been caught. The duration of that special ability is approximately 6 hours. It is exactly around midnight. There are about 3 hours left .. We must hurry to reach the Gray Forest. Frey. Tell Master and Abraham where we are going. Yeah. Ill do that. Yoo Seong-ah. You set off right away with me. Okay , I understand. Everyone moved towards their assigned ces . Faydon let out a deep sigh. I came here after confidently dering the 20th floor, but the raid was attacked by fanatics and turned into rags. I do nt know where things went wrong. It was good to secure it. Was it my fault for trying to forcefully enter the mine? Or was it because I couldnt recruit stronger rankers ? If the 20th floor is this strong, then how strong is the 30th floor? I suddenly thought that I was afraid of the Tower of Trials. But the important thing now is not to pick up spilled water and put it back in. I have to think about getting out of here alive right now. Faydon looked around. There were seventeen survivors in total. Teresa and the strongest members of the raid survived . The rest of the mana and stamina were depleted, and it seemed like it was too much for them to even take care of themselves. Just then. Mr. Faydon. Theresa, who was diligently taking care of the injured, approached. Yes. Please tell me. First of all, I treated people in urgent need. However, I alsocked magic power, so I only did first aid. Thank you for your hard work. Then, now we have to start again. Faydon took up his weapon. He took a short breath, so we must hurry through this forest and escape to the other side. Insect-type monsters that thrived due to the high humidity are still on the lookout for raids at this moment. Because I was aiming for. Yes? Are you leaving? However, the injured have not yet recovered enough to move. I have to rest for at least a few more hours Teresa flinched at the look on Faydons expression as she spoke. There was not a hint of sympathy for her colleague in the cold, hard expression on her face. Are you saying you will throw it away? It means that those who live must live. furthermore. Wouldnt it be necessary to have outstanding people, not weak people, to climb the tower in the future? Even for the future of mankind. The future of mankind? Theresa clenched her fists. Her nails dug into her palms, but she felt no pain. You dont want to bury this? They didnt want to let people know that the reason the raid failed was because of the guilds desire to monopolize magic stones, if not for humanity. Yes. Faydon just wants to avoid all this responsibility. To do so, all witnesses must disappear. Think whatever you want. If you dont want to go, I wont stop you. Without hesitation, Faydon turned his back and disappeared toward the other side of the forest. Then, Kieee! Keeeee! As if they were waiting. One by one, they began to appear, and the most annoying prey had abandoned the rest, so it was time to start hunting in earnest . Monsters areing! Where the hell is the engineering chief? The abandoned engineering team hurriedly found Teresa and Faydon . No matter how usible it was, he had no intention of continuing his life with the blood of hisrades. Even if the result of that choice was his own death. [Inherent ability] A warm starlight came down from the sky. Squeeze out theck of mana . The faint light created by emitting light melted along Teresas blonde hair [Blessing of the Stars is activated!] The saintess drew out her sword and shield . Chapter 368 Chapter 368. Gray Forest (1) Pupperpuck! Kwaaang! Keeeee! Keek! The shimmering sword and shield moved in a dizzying manner, and the limbs of the insects that were cut into pieces scattered in all directions. The melee that had already continued for nearly 30 minutes. But the endlessly swarming insects showed no sign of stopping. damn left. Look to the left! Now thats wrong. Its all wrong! Im getting more and more cornered. Is it the limit to hold on with my back to the tree? It wasnt easy to maintain a proper formation because the other yers were running out of stamina and magic power. Now, the only hope left is Teresa. [Teresa is Activates Lv13 Battle Song!] [Teresa activates Lv14 Last Sign!] Attack power , defense power, and even recovery ability . When even the Holy Lake was activated, the environment was prepared to be immersed in the battle until the moment of death. With this, all preparations werepleted. Shoot aaaaaaaaaaaaa white cross that came down from the sky. From there. Im going. Teresa struggled for thest time Started. Kwaang! Deflect the ws flying from the side with the shield. Phuk ! Immediately aim for the weak part of the skin and insert the sword. Kie- ee! The connection situation. Everything must be perfect tost even one second longer. Teresa cut down more than 10 earwigs in an instant, and then threw herself into the passageway where therge insects came in. me it! Quickly. Lightly. Golden color. A sword drenched in water crossed the trunk of the tree . Blocking the most troublesome ces, there are only two ces they cane to with this. As expected, Mr. Teresa! its okay. Its done! The saintess of Amsterdam is with us! The yers burst into cheers. Thanks to Teresas hard work beyond expectations, they were making a retreat from the back little by little. If we reached the valley about 1km away, the insects would alsoe out. They wouldnt be able to attack easily. In this hellish situation, hope began to appear little by little. But just then. Koooooooo! A scream resounded as if the gray forest was about to leave. Coo! Trees left and right Very , its arge species! Something came. And that too quickly. And a momentter, what appeared in the forest was a disaster that took away all hope. I cant believe it Teresa dropped her sword straight down. It was because the enemy that appeared in front of me was so absurd. It was about 8m tall. It was a teratoma with 12 ws and 3 heads. But what was even more horrifying than its appearance was the magic that flowed from its body. Chiiik ! The surrounding grass and trees are burned ck due to this. It is a deadly poison that even the same insects can avoid. [The fever venom king Creiberatis has activated the special field skill Dere Territory!] Gray The king of insects that rules the forest, and the green confrontation created by that roar swallows the whole area . Kek. Sue, I cant breathe I have to get out of here right now. The yers choked while covering their throats. As soon as they breathed, a hot energy prated deep into their lungs. Even though wide-area magic is activated there is no change in the magic wave. It is impossible to guess how high the base magic power is. Is this monster the reason why the Church dyed the pursuit? Teresa gulp dryly. Just then. Kieeeeeeee! Cray Veratis swung his ws at a speed unsuitable for his massive size. In an instant, the ws dug into the side and struck the body of one of the tankers. Kwadeuk! Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaak! The whole shield and armor were bent and blood fountains spurted out . Ill draw attention, so everyone spread out! Scatter and bounce! The magic type yer double-casted fire magic and light property magic. Puong! With a dazzling sh, the field of view was dyed white. But. It was a huge mistake to think that it created a gap. The senses of insects are simply Its not just specialized for sight. Touch, smell, and hearing. In other words, everything for hunting was optimized. Eat Ill take it away. Humans. Thick spittle dripped from the gaping mouth. Hahaha If you do this, youre just saying to dieah. Resignation beyond despair. Dark death hung over his face. Thats it. Puffer . Puff! The torn pieces of meat were scattered all over the ce. Richard! Damn it. If it cant be defended, escaped, or disturbed, what the hell are you supposed to do! Kuh! At least if the conditions were normal If that was the case, if only the entire raid team could y their role. It wouldnt have copsed like this in vain. However, hopes filled with assumptions are only hopes. The reality is ruthless. It s a . _ _ Despite possessing speed and stealth, he was unable to escape the encirclement . dont catch Grab it and eat it Crickle! Crackle! Crunchy. It takes less than 10 seconds to devour a person. And if it continues like this, everything will disappear into his stomach. Time for everyone to escape . I have to earn. Even if I fall down. Teresa resisted the miasma and increased her divine power. Ugh! Kuh! Magical power that flows back. Detoxifying the poison and caring about the party caused overload throughout the body. The pain that exceeded the limit made her conscious at any moment. I tried to block all my senses, but still, I cant give up here. I cant do that. Teresa managed to hold on to her fading consciousness C why dont you just hand over your personality to me? Im not going to rely on you. -Huh. Our Sundingi is a bit stubborn. Even so, that chubby guy wont look after you? Rather leave it to me and befortable. Thats the only way for both you and me. In my ears The devils sweet temptation that burrows in. If you fall, you might be able to escape from the current crisis. However, Teresa did not want to listen to another personality saying, you will hate it. The person I keep falling in love with. The person I first met at the ruins of the tower and have been with me until now. I didnt want to show that person how his personality was gradually being eroded by darkness and changing . En willpletely lose her sense of self. Teresa erected her shield at an angle. Then, in line with the flying ws. Bang! The impact spilled to the side. At the same time. t! With the center of gravity forward, she started to run. Numerous ws flew . However, Teresa responded calmly. Kagagagak! Using the inclined ne of the sword to change the trajectory and make the tempo go off, stealing the opponents timing. That s it. Teresa had dug into her bosom, where she was covered. Now, all she had to do was dig through that inside with a sword full of divine power. It was a huge mistake to think. Buuuuu! Something passed in front of Theresas face . ..!? To be honest, avoiding the attack just now was pure luck, not skill. I cant see I couldnt even recognize how the attack was done. I just looked at the furiously moving tail and thought, That was used as a weapon. They flew one after another. This time they couldnt avoid it. Kwaang! Ouch! With a tremendous impact, Teresas body soared high into the air. After flying several meters, the body barely stopped after being hit by arge log. Throb! Throb! Among the rubble Theresa stumbled to her feet, My arm is broken. If its a miracle that you managed to stop it, its a miracle. If its not a clean fracture, but a shattered bone powder, thats a problem. No matter how much you recover with the Blessing of the Stars, it takes time. Of course . ! The opponent didnt seem to want to give it a chance. Its over. The faces of everyone watching were stained with despair. Theresa also bit her mrs in resignation as she saw the huge insect approaching. Now, corruption Even if it activates, it is useless. Because the miasma has prated the lungs and reached the heart. Boo-woong! A wes flying. A huge shadow is cast over the face. Ah A pitiful moan flowed from Teresas mouth . But at that very moment, the ws that were tearing everything apart were blocked by something . Mr. Jinhyeok? Now Ill take over. Rest in peace. The owner of the gray forest and the king of insects. That was the term used to describe Kraberatis. Amongst the fiercest forces on the 20th floor, the one who proudly dominates the vast area of the stairs is himself. Those who invade the kings domain are mere prey. But, what do you mean? What about this insignificant creature? The ck-haired person in front of me couldnt see the action the prey should take. die in fear either run away Such actions as even clumsily rebelling. But it doesnt matter. You can give the cheeky bastard the death he deserves. cooong! Huge pincers crossed it. In order to tear the prey into small pieces, as it always has been. and that moment. [Trait] The surroundings were dyed ck. [The Grave of the Sword blooms.] Everything is dyed ck. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah Kwah! What followed was a ck crescent moon covering the forest sky. It is pitch ck like obsidian. That was the impression of the King of Insects who saw the crescent moon. Keeeeeeeee! A long burst of screams. The severed ws of Kraberatis spun along the air. Because youre looking at the moon on the subject of bugs, havent you lost a leg? Kie eh do you dare, knowing who I am, to attack? Its just a big bug eating a small forest, what is it? Wow, a king bug? Yeah. To my eyes, I dont see much of a difference between a cockroach and you, right? Its a bit big so I cant step on it is it the only difference? Jinhyeok was dead. Ill kill throw it away! Different magic powers were concentrated in the three mouths. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Poison and fire. And lightning and wind. A breath of four attributes was unfolded in one ce. Chapter 369 Chapter 369. Gray Forest (2) Usually, casting two magics at the same time is called double casting, and more than that is called triple quadruple pentafles. By the way, magicparable to breath. Can you activate the quadruple? Magical yers were aware of howplicated that equation was. If at least dozens of rankers do not urately calcte and respond to their different attributes and powers, there will be no possibility to stop them. Damn it, you still havent properly released your powers? Uh what the hell are you going to do to stop that? Even just brushing its over. The range of the skills destructive power was estimated to exceed hundreds of meters. It means that even avoiding with a tired body is not allowed. however. Its okay. Now. Leaving everyones worries behind. Theresa opened her mouth. Warmth passing through green eyes. okay. Now all the dangerous times have passed. Theres no reason to panic anymore. Miss Teresa what the? Ah! Look at that person. Only then did everyones eyes turn to Jinhyeok. It moved so fast, and it was difficult to see because of the dark forest. Now you can see who your opponent is. Its Kang Jin-hyuk! Its true. Hes Kang Jin-hyeok of the 8th guild! That ranker came all the way here? Undoubtedly. That look, that horsepower. The strongest ranker everyone knows has appeared here. Its quadruple attribute magic but the owner of the forest is the owner? Jinhyuk let out a small exmation. There certainly arent that many bosses that can use that level of ability. That is in the middle ss. Itll just be a good test subject. Jinhyeok injected magic into the sword. Whoa! A river that burns dark red. [Havelians Spirit C Barnard responds to his masters call!] The color has changed. Due to the blue de and the dark red energy that radiated from it, a faint purple mist flowed from the entire dagger. Finally, its time for a demonstration. Its nice to have a new sword, after all. It was because the feeling of being wrapped around the hand was on a different level from the existing fangs. Took. The body that had been elerated through the Gemma Cheonryeongbo disappeared as it was. The wind brushed the ground and went straight over Kraberatiss head. From above below. Awesome! The sword fell in a straight line and severed the hard shell. Keeeeeee! Bodily fluids sttered in all directions. It is a movement that has nothing to say other than that it is clean. Kaka Kaka Cak! A wound that grows more and more rapidly. The spurting blood has also noticeably increased now. It was then. cooong! Quaang! Kraiberatis drove his legs deep into the ground. It seems to keep the center of gravity firmly. body firmly fixed. at the same time. A tail attack that could not read the trajectory unfolded. It was the same attack that had just broken Theresas arm in one blow. I will kill you! Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah Kwah! Traces of countless shes appearing on the ground. I felt the will to grind the whole target. but. Jinhyeok avoided all tails that raged like a storm. Rather than seeing and reacting, it is as if he is memorizing all the ces he is going toe from. Took to me! Shasak! nape heart temple. Its literally a piece of paper. However, no matter how much you attack, it doesnt seem to hit. That, that, is the movement of a person correct? The A-ss assassination line couldnt even react and was killed I cant believe it even when I see it. Ive already missed 5 times. Hahaha. I feel like Ive be an idiot for congratting myself for being promoted to ranker. If that person had been the engineering chief, not Fayden our expedition would have been sessful. Im sure. Those who watched the miraculous acrobatics swallowed dry saliva. Theresa also stared at the movie-like battle scene with her mouth wide open. Finding a regrity in that orbit seemed close to impossible. In fact, he also had his arm smashed in the first attack. Really youre the kind of person who doesnt have anything impossible. The world Jinhyuk sees and feels is different from that of ordinary yers. He must be feeling something that only deceased figures can do in apletely different time and space. Whoops! Finally, the tail movement slowed down. take that gap bang! Jinhyeok dug into the outer shell of Kraberatis at once. There was the same movement as Teresa, but never the same speed. The ability to read trajectories. The ability to judge the situation in the moment. It was different from before. Keeeee! Because of this, Kraberatis couldnt help but panic. The woman he dealt with a while ago was also a talented person that other guys followed. In other words, it is a prey corresponding to the level of a captain who leads a group. Even so. Are you saying the difference is this big? I feel like I can feel a huge wall Ive never faced before. If you go on like this, you will get hurt. Judging that, Cray Veratis raised his mouth towards the sky. [Cray Veratis activates his unique ability Army Ant!] Cheehee! Instantly, steam with an unfamiliar scent entered the green smoke. This? Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. Obviously, that sizes unique ability includes shapeshifting Hey. I thought this was a very proud boss, but it gets cornered, so it uses its unique ability. But, that ability. Didnt you hate it? Do you know about my abilities? every know Its a bit different, but youve fought against gods with higher abilities than you, dont you know that? The strengths, advantages and disadvantages of this ability. They are stitching together. Isnt it the ability to transform all insects into a species like you? Jinhyuk shrugged his shoulders as if he knew of course. OK. Cray Veratis eyes sank iparably colder than before. Hes more dangerous than he looks. Unless youre on the stairs, youll never know this ability. Among the powers of the 20th floor, only the head level knows a unique ability. A stranger who sees it for the first time would see right through it. but. Lets see. Theres no way I can cope with my ability. As soon as the ability was activated, the match was decided. All the bugs in this forest will be transformed into the strongest fighting races, just like Cray Veratis. Soon, the insects drooling in the forest began to change their appearance. Hard! Kkaduddukdukdukduk Hundreds of three-headed insects appeared with an eerie sound. A miniaturized version of the Cray veratiris. Sal point. Tender meat. Intestines full of blood and juices. A power that cannot bepared to before. Kieeeeee! How is it? Can you handle this many? Cray Veratis let out a burst of madness. Hmm. Thats a bit much. Hundreds of enemies, even at a rough estimate. It is also under the effect of the army ant that the physical ability is increased and the intellect is removed. It is said that he has be a faithful long-term horse that carries out the orders of Cray Veratis. But thats it. Skip. Jinhyuks ears perked up at the sound of the bushes moving. No matter how sluggish it is, its time toe soon. Coming? What do you mean? Cray Veratiss question became the fuse. Keeeee! Eat. Eat. Eat! Tear and kill! The worms leapt. at the same time. Quaang! The bush on the other side parted. Kyaoooooo! Arge beast with pure white fur roared. Havelian. Hwansoo, who came to be with Jinhyeok because he saved his life, had a debut match. Pachi-chi-chi-chi Chick! A streak of ice rose and all the insects in a row became ice statues. Hey. Youre quite new. Where else did the owner bring such a monster? Dont say anything else and lets go quickly. Now is the timing! Im afraid of bugs. Its gross because I have a lot of limbs. Isnt the owner a million times more terrifying than these bugs? Everyone be quiet. My head hurts. In addition, spirit beasts led by Undine joined the battle. good. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth went up. An effect that increases attack power by 30% whenbined with a spirit beast or phantom beast! The mana radiating from Barnard grew thicker. What, what are these guys? variable that suddenly appeared. Cray Veratis looked around. I couldnt believe that the noble beasts and spirits were following the orders of mere humans. My head was confused with embarrassment, but this was only the beginning. If a huge natural disaster were toe, would it be like this? Cuckoo Cuckoo! The ground is shattered into pieces. It was none other than a muscr old man who brought the storm. To see little things blocking my way. Its ridiculous. Dark Hwang. And next to him, Sayeong Chu and Yuseong Chun each drew their swords. Master. Those are them. Oh, as Gongja Chen said, there are many. Im sorry for making you deal with filthy guys. If possible, I wanted to solve it with my own strength No. Still, its not so bad that this master can fight alongside his pupil, right? Maybe hell be a little happy? Chu Hon Sa-youngughed bashfully. Cheon Yuseong Mr. Ellis, Grandpa Darkwang everyone! Theresa looked at her newrades. from this distant ce. I never thought Id see you all again. everyone came To save them from this hell. However, the feeling in my heart did notst long. Ah A groan of astonishment escaped Theresas mouth. I had forgotten What kind of existence is the deceased person who came to you now? You guys What the hell are we? Who are we? Jinhyeoks lips went up. As if he had been waiting for him to say that. [Gray Forest is recognized as the boss field.] [Broadcasting system activates.] All these scenes have already been recorded. It is being recorded as a video. Viewers couldnte in because the broadcast was private, but the fact that Jinhyeok was currently on a live broadcast was enough to attract a lot of aggro . . And the most important thing for box office sess is, of course Alice! Ah, I know. Wait a minute! Elise bit her lip with a tearful expression. The face and nape of her neck, which were burning with shame, showed no dignity of the absolute. My dear. Stop giving up. Elise removed her lips as if she had given up on everything at Dark Emperors pat . And Jim Im Yellow, the marksman! Puhahaha! Good job. I am the disciples teacher. Im in charge of being ck or something. Its Chun Yoo-seong. Proximity Dealer. The position is blue. I beg you, please dont post this much. Damn you son of a dead person. Variousints continued, but Jinhyeoks head was filled with thoughts of making this battle a hit. Here um. Its not bad. After each close-up like this, Jinhyeok looked at Teresa this time. Their burdensome gazes collided head-on. Right next to him, Undine made the words Healer C PINK with water. Now there is no other choice. Im Pink, the healer of the Goinmul Corporation! Teresa cried out in tears. Chapter 370 Episode 370. Gray Forest (3) Go, Goinmul Corporation? Pink? Yellow? What the hell is that? Cray Veratis tilted his head. But you dont have to answer all of them. Especially for those who will die soon. There is. Something like that. The rest of the people will take care of the nasty bugs. Now its time to beat the most important guy and save Teresa and the yers. [Lv3 Hell Fire is activated!] A zing me appeared on his left hand. A me of hell that evaporates even stones. and. [Trait ability ck Tears is activated!] ck liquid started to drip from the barnard he was holding in his right hand. I thought he wanted to hit it with a troop car, but it turned out to be a handshake. The end of such absurd magic begins to show. It must have been unavoidable to activate the army ant. Jinhyeok moved first. Boooooong! The Hellfire gathered in his left hand crossed the air. keyeeee! Cravetaris instinctively felt that he shouldnt be hit, so he quickly turned his body to the side. However, it was close to impossible to dodge the fast-flying Hellfire with itsrge size. Wow! Kwaaaak! With dark red volcanic bullets that scatter. The insects huge body bounced back. It was so powerful that all the bushes behind Cray Veratis were engulfed in mes. Roaring! Kiyi! Khehe! A fire that spreads out of control. The bodies of the bugs that were nearby and got caught were burned alive. As expected, the bugs taste best when they are burned. Jinhyeok took the posture to leap toward Cray Veratis, who was struggling in pain. Dark magic permeated the ck tears falling from Barnard. Kieeh! Kieh! I can see her eager to avoid the mes. As the motion increased, the location of the heart was also reliably captured. fault! Jinhyeok immediatelyunched an attack. Now that the opponents defense has been destroyed by Hellfire is the best time to take a breather. Awesome! The dagger cut through the outer skin and cut through the flesh. Green bodily fluid sttered, leaving a long sword scar along her waist. Chii profit! [Due to the effect of ck Tears, corruption proceeds!] [+100 damage per second stacks!] A sword that quickly discolors. ck Tears was a powerful ability in itself, but it also had a special effect that aggravated wounds. Cray Veratis, who witnessed the rotting flesh with his own eyes, raised his ws. Not to attack. to survive. To get out of this terrible pain. The sight of him ripping off his own flesh with his own ws was quite grotesque. Keuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu! To suffer such humiliation to this insignificant human being! I will never forgive you! A voice full of rage. Moment. The concentration of magic power around him changed. At the same time, the Hellfire attached to the ck skin faded. [The owner of the gray forest initiates morph transformation!] Aka Phase 2. This is a characteristic that only very rare boss monsters have. Not only does it change form, but the quality of magical power also increases. Therefore, a boss monster with Phase 2 should be evaluated as a boss at least a few steps above the existing stairs. Kkudeudeuk Kwadeudeuk! As the skeleton changed, Cray Veratis began to shrink. Through miniaturization, mana ispressed and unnecessary energy is eliminated. This was the true face of the boss who ruled the Gray Forest. Damn it. I originally saved it to wipe out the ck Hill Tribe guys. But, it feels refreshing to see this for the first time in a while. It has a body simr to that of a human and has five distinctive tails. Youve shrunk a lot, so the feeling of intimidation is much less than before, but is it true that youve be stronger? Whoa. Keep talking. Its going to be hard to see me from now on Cray Veratis giggled leisurely and looked around. Then, as if he had decided something, he raised the corner of his mouth. Okay. First. Ill kill what you value most. Quaang! Cray Veratis disappeared on the spot. fast! Jinhyuks gaze turned to the right. but. !? There is nothing caught in the hand outstretched into the air. Cray Veratis, already out of range, was galloping forward like mad. Kuh ha ha! Cray Veratis burst into madness. A vision passing by in an instant. lighter body. To overflowing power! Truly everything is perfect. If the only regret is not being able to use this power properly in the uing power war, would it be a pity? I had to fight in this form to defeat the children of the Church of the Specters and the ck Hill Tribe Obviously, losing a trump card is painful. In particr, the churchs guys are currently looking for something, and the boundaries of the main camp are loose. It was the best condition to expand the territory if you dug properly at this time. However, if I can tear the hateful people in front of me right now thats not bad on its own. Sasasac! Cray Veratis brushed past the yers in the blink of an eye. Frey, who was frantically wielding a pike on one side, reacted one beatte. Kuk! It didnt fit. The javelin pierced the air, pierced the tree on the other side, and went to the rock and got stuck. Damn it! What a bastards speed! Chun Yoo-seong also missed the shadow. The 3rd ceremony of Death Soul swept the ground two beatste. Hahaha! Do you understand now? You guys say youre a bit clumsy, but thats the level that corresponds to the lower floors of the tower! Its iparable to us fighting for our lives every day! overwhelming speed. The high-speed movementparable to space movement was impossible to follow with the eyes. Kwak Kwak! A sharp arm grabbed the head of one female yer. It was a magic yer in front of Teresa. Huh? Uhhh? Now you realize youve been caught. Youre slow as expected. Humans are Pushushushuk! Blood gushed out like a fountain from the severed head. One at a time. Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa! Monster son! Witnessing the death of arade, a man of enormous stature raised his battering ram high. Boooooong! The hammer fell to the ground with a terrifying st. Quaang! However, the body that avoided even the attacks of Frey and Chun Yoo-seong could not be hit by the slow attack. Two with this. Another blood fountain spurted from the cut surface of the neatly cut armor. Even armor with ovepping defensive magic could not withstand the blow of phase 2. Next Cray Veratis looked straight at Theresa. The third prey is that human woman. I wonder what the reaction would be if I killed the thing I wanted to protect the most. I could see Jinhyeok about to run from afar, but by the time I got here, the womans head would have been pulled out. You wont be beaten easily! Teresa did her best to gather her mana. It was an idea to spread the divine power widely and respond to the magic around it. Its crazy that must be fun too. Tsut. Tsutsut. I dodge the sword crossing the air by slightly tilting my head. An attack aimed at a vital point is reced by a step forward. and. Match the timing of the de aiming at the neck. Kwajik! He grabbed the de with his fingers. Is it over? Monstrous, monstrous Theresas face hardened. Just die. But just when my hand was about to touch the nape of my neck. I could feel the powering quickly from behind. Has it already followed you? Youre a bit too confident in your speed Kuhhh!? Quaang! Cray Veratis took a deep breath when he found Jinhyeok approaching right in front of him. Its a shame because he managed to swing his tails, but he almost had a huge wind hole on his back. Ohh. Phase 2 was really fast. I was just thinking of ending it with an attack. Yeah bastard! Ah. Dont get too mad. At best, youve even finished shedding, but wouldnt it be unfair if you run amok and die in vain? You mean I lose? To someone like you? Fain! One of the tails fired like a bullet. A sonic boom pierced Jinhyuks head with a sharp tip. I thought it prated. Jinhyuk, who slightly twisted his head to avoid his tail, smiled. Its fast, but its movements are too monotonous. Should I say that it doesnt taste like predicting the opponents movement? Thats why its so easy to dodge. Kuaaa! The feverish Cray Veratis swung all five of his tails. This time not only the head, but also the arms, legs and torso. As long as I can hurt a little bit, it doesnt matter where. Kakakakakang! A dazzling me rose in a dizzying light. The speed of the tail was too fast to see with the naked eye, but Jinhyeok swung his dagger and moved faster than that. How about this! Quaang! Cray veratis leaped into the air with its tail nailed to the tree. A tail attack that strikes from a height of about 3m. Because the angle was different, the speed and trajectory were also unfamiliar. However, this time too, Jinhyeok brushed off his tail by a piece of paper. Thats kind of annoying. After moving a few meters to the side, Jinhyeok caught his breath. As it moves by driving its tail into a tree, it is inevitable that the space above it will be taken away. Above all, being able to freely change direction in the air was the most troublesome. If so. behind Jinhyeoks back, blue magic power was condensed. is calling [Memory of the World is unlocked.] This is a battle that only an almighty type can do. The power to force favorablepatibility with the opponent is superior to any existing unique ability. [Inherited ability Strong Power is activated!] Six golden translucent arms appeared behind Jinhyeoks back. monstrosity. It is a unique ability of the melee type used by the yaksha. What, what? Rather, they outnumber the tails that Cray Veratis pulled out. furthermore. be careful. Its not just fast. Jinhyeok stretched his fist forward. Three sonic booms were created along the direction of the fist. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! One round. Trees were uprooted and the ground was plowed. Kuaaaa ! It was absurdly fast and the level of power was beyond imagination. It was a wide range of blows that made even the speed, which is one of Cray Veratis strengths , obscure . There is no way to dwell in it. Woo woo ung! The magic power flowing along the blood vessels began to flow more strongly. It was subtle. A ck energy welled up from the whole body. ck Heaven Demon Emperor. . 12th ceremony (ʮʽ). Through the arm of the yaksa One-pole unity (һO֧) . A gigantic storm raged. The strongest fists emitted from the six arms pierced the atmosphere. Kwajijik! The tails got caught up in the vortex and were torn apart. There was no way to avoid it or stop it. Even if you didnt use army ants in the first ce It must have been hard to hold on . There was nothing standing still after the storm passed . [ You have upied the Gray Forest, one of the giant forces on the 20th floor!] [Your level has risen!] [ Your level has risen!] [You have acquired a Random Skill Box (?)!] [ The hostility and vignce of all the forces against the deceased person corporation rises to the maximum!] A series of status windows followed. Chapter 371 Chapter 371. The cult leader of the specter, Natae (1) A regr hexagonal box with a subtle silver color. Whoa. I thought this woulde out here Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. The random skill box is a kind of dismantling item. The type of reward is determined by how many tightly sealed boxes are dismantled. In a word, it means that the more you dismantle it, the better you can acquire among the skills on the 20th floor. However, dismantling the random box is a story after a while. When everyone around you has disappeared. Thats when its time to pull the skill out of this box. Mr. Jinhyeok! Go, yer Kang Jin-hyuk! The yers who had been watching the battle trembling in fear came running. All of them have tired faces. Since I came to the 20th floor, I have been constantly being chased, so of course I have no choice but to reach my limit. Are you feeling better? Yes. Thanks to Jinhyeok-ssis timely arrival, we were spared from being annihted. Theresa nodded. Then, as if they had waited, the others expressed their gratitude. Thank you so much. I thought everything was wrong. I thought everything was over I gave up everything when the engineering chief abandoned us. How the hell am I supposed to repay this favor yer Kang Jin-hyeok is our guilds benefactor. Sobs echoed everywhere. I thought I was really dead. They would lose their lives one by one while being brutally hunted. but. At the worst moment, the strongest ally appeared. Thats what the deceased corporation is all about. Really, everyone was amazing. I heard that only outstanding members are selected, but seeing it in person, that word was rather abbreviated. Carlos The man who participated as the leader of the magic troops in this raid muttered with a face full of emotion. The deceased corporation. Even if the top rankers from arge guilde, can you deal with one of them? Even if Olympus and all the other 6 guilds werebined, it was doubtful whether they would be able to follow their toes. Of course, there are somerge-scale rookiesing out recently. Due to the magical energy from the Tower of Trials, those who had begun to awaken asters were joining one after another. Among them, there were those who had outstanding talent. Just like Faydon, who is currently the vice-master of the Olympus Guild. Even so, it was absurd to put them on the same line as Chun Yu-seong or Alice andpare them. Besides that muscr grandfather and blue-haired girl are beyond imagination. The image of him sweeping away the insects a moment ago is still stuck in his mind. Thats a huge gap. They are rankers who can y the role of a single raider. The knight in the white armor must have been a very powerful person Carlos nced to the side. There was Abraham, who was servicing weapons, and Pesis, who was tending to the wounded. Even at a nce, the two seemed far from ordinary. But the most absurd thing is Its yer Kang Jin-hyuk. Carlos managed to calm his trembling fists. An out-of-spec boss that overwhelms the entire raid. Even among the Pdins, Teresa, who was ranked among the worlds top tiers, including the Holy See, was no match for that monster. Jin-hyuk, who unterally pressed down such a hopeless enemy From Carlos point of view, he could only look like the sky. Collect the wounded and prepare to camp. We will spend the night here. Yeah? Camping? Hearing that he was camping, Carlos and the rest of the yers were startled. Are you worried about the cult guys? Yes, yes. Although the crisis was passed immediately, the chasing of the leech-like church did not end yet. Since we have been relentlessly targeting this side until now, we will continue to tighten the encirclement. Dont worry. Ill make it through tonight at least. Jinhyuk smiled brightly. [Currently, a Wide Illusion barrier is activated in a radius of 15 km.] I have already set up a barrier around the forest. Since I came to this ce quickly, 6 stars was the limit, but since I set it to 3, it wont be easy to destroy it. The yers of the coalition raid all fell into a deep sleep. And Jinhyeok was in a pretty difficult situation and was sweating. The origin of the case is as follows. Since youre hungry, lets procure food in moderation nearby. And wouldnt it be better to eat something delicious to eat It was good up to that point Jinhyeok pressed his throbbing head. The problem is that this has be overheated because it is notpetitive. Contractor. Doesnt this look cute? You have to eat this, okay? Make sure to use this, not the others. Oh my gosh. My little boy brings something that looks like hell die instantly if he eats it. Are you offering it as an ingredient? These beautiful mushrooms would be much better than that. All of them have a 0% survival rate. What I brought is the most rmended as food. Alice and Frey, and even Teresa, who was clumsily darkened as if she had self-restraint for some reason. In front of the bonfire, the witches of the Mist Vige were also crying and a terrible meal was being prepared. Jinhyeoks gaze turned to the ingredients each brought. First of all, Alice, who is appealing the most passionately, brought the corpse of an insect unknown to her. Insects with three legs were the first to see while ying the Tower of Trials. As Elise said, it looked cute, but seeing that it had purple thorns, I instinctively felt that it was dangerous. However, when they ate the mushroom Teresa had picked up, it was a poisonous mushroom called the widowmaker. Isnt itmon knowledge that poisonous mushrooms are usually fancy? I dont know what I was thinking of bringing mushrooms that glow in rainbow colors. Finally, Frey also brought terrible ingredients. Its a gray wasp nest and honey. The taste is insanely good and even addictive, but if consumed in excess of a certain amount, there is a risk of falling into a terrible hallucination. It would be better to see it as a drug rather than food. So who are you going to eat? Mine of course? Huh? Contractor! No sane person would eat anything the kid brought with him. Nu-who is calling me a kid! You foolish saint! Honey good for the body. If you dont make a choice, you will be forced to feed them. Cuckoo Cuckoo! In fact, everyone gathered their magic and surrounded Jinhyeok as if they were surrounded. Of course, there is no way out. If I didnt make a choice, I might have to eat them all. Puhaha! As expected, after a victory, a ss of rice wine is the best. Disciple. If you finish the food the chefs gave you, you should have a drink with the principal. I brought 30 Dong, so I can sleep well until I finish drinking. dont think about it. Even the darkness wasid with huge drinking bowls. Only with solo alcohol over 60 degrees. This ce is hell. Or at least a ce simr to hell. Jinhyuk slowly closed his eyes. With a face that gave up on everything. Whoops. If youre envious of the Master of Heaven, will this teacher get you something delicious? Its okay. Master, you eat a lot. Chun Yoo-seong ate one of the fruits of the tree. like that. The night got deeper and deeper. Landscapes that seem out of this world. A night sky lined with gloomy constetions and red giants enters. and. that buck Nyathotep moved along the path where the bizarre nts grew. Keeping my mouth shut, I just look straight ahead and walk. Considering his usually cheerful personality, the atmosphere was very heavy now. It had to be. What was toe after a while was the kind that even Nyathotep would not be happy with. How long did it take? At the end of the nts dyed ck, there was a beautiful looking alien species with long pink hair. half-man and half-man. The upper body was human, but the lower body was that of a goat. Sitting on a throne made of ck twigs and immersed in thoughts, it was not only enchanting, but also dreamy. and towards her. mother. Nyathotep spoke slowly. Then, without reaction, the being sitting on the throne turned his head. Yourete. Sorry, I had a little business to deal with. Yes. Thats right. I heard that the Old Guard was damaged. short impression. But what that meant was never light. cooong! Keugh! Nyathoteps back bent 90 degrees. Nyathoteps whole body trembled thinly at the magical power that transcended cognition. Shub Nigurath. True to her nickname of being the mother of all things, she dared not even fathom the end of her bodys strength. Even Nyathotep couldnt stand it. That, thats Yeah, tell me now. Im waiting for you. I was just trying to steal the crown from a human for our future. If its not a huge power and its just one yer, theres plenty of potential ?Evidently, even though I saw clearly that the human drove this mother out. Shub Nigurath rose from his seat. The nts split left and right, and gigglingughter began to fill the air. Ha, but! Wasnt that guy using an expedient way to deal with his mother? Nyathotep protested with a furious face. Shub Nigurath calmly continued. The first hourss began to go down. No way! Are you saying that thew of causality flows? Nyathoteps eyes popped open. The First Hourss is a kind of foreknowledge of the future. Like the Greek three goddesses of fate or Edens Revtion, it creates a powerful future. Unlike the rest, which foresee the future broadly, The First Hourss foresees only one thing. The fact that someone entered on the 50th floor. Yes. Sooner orter. Someone wille to where we live. And that person must be that human. Unlike prophecies of other tiers, which are subject to interpretation. There is no such thing as interpretation in The First Hourss. It means that as long as the sand starts to fall, someone will surely reach the 50th floor. Your mother overestimates that human. There are many strong people under the tower. But, are you saying that he wille here? Originally, this is nonsensical. No matter how prominent they were, yers who had only been in the tower for a few years. Reaching the top of the tower was impossible. but. Shub Niguraths face was more confident than ever. This is why I cant fall asleep. The toys that will soothe my boredom are constantlying out. softly. A grain of sand falls in an hourss. Deliver the order to the minions released on the lower floor of the tower. We will also join the power war from now on. Correspondingly, the beings on the 50th floor began to move. Chapter 372 Chapter 372. A great uproar broke out on the 20th floor when he heard that the master of the gray forest had changed. Cray Veratis had that much power. This is because the bodys strength was not pushed backpared to otherrge forces. The biggest anger was Natae, the leader of the Church of the Specter. The saintess is said to have joined a ce called the Goinmul Corporation. Its like a thunderbolt from a dry sky. The target that must be secured was in the hands of the Amon guys. You mean Kang Jin-hyeok, the force led by a human? Yes. Thats right. Currently, the scouting team is trying to find the exact location, but its not going as nned because its blocked by a strange barrier. Even with the authority bestowed by the demon king, it is not easy to detect. That means that the other party has also responded to something. Besides, as we moved, the other sides started to move too. And the ck Hills? Yes I have an urgent message that an orc army has upied one of our temples this morning. At the mention of the loss of a temple, sloths eyebrows curled into a reverse curve. It had to be. On the 20th floor, the Church of the Specter has a total of seven temples. Afterwards, even in order to seek the expansion of the power of the Demon Realm under themand of Guntaper. All employees must be secured from this side. Which temple? The northernmost outskirts Hideout of Mortal Sins. Of course, the most difficult ce to recapture was taken away. It must have perfectly grasped the churchs movements and caught them off guard. Dirty orcs and brindlers are annoying too. Dark skin, yellow eyes. Among the orcs, those who had a different appearance and strength were the orcs of the ck Hills. Not only are their individual strengths outstanding, but their intelligence is also very high. Because of this, they were considered one of the greatest forces on the 20th floor. What should I do? Sloths gaze alternated between the gray forest and the direction of the temple. The worry didntst long. The saintess could be captured at any time as long as she was on the 20th floor, but if the temple is taken for more than 12 hours, the believers faith will be lost. Withdraw. Natae bit her lip. Of course, I didnt forget to stare into the forest with burning eyes. Youre lucky, kid. If we meet again next time, I will skin it alive and hang it in the middle of the temple. All of the people who belong to the deceased person corporation. However, it was time for the entire Church of the Specter to withdraw. rustle. The bush parted and someone appeared. Heo-eukhehheh? A man on the verge of copsingpletely. It was Fayden, who was in charge of the engineering team of the Olympus Guild. I-I cant believe it Why are the church guys on the other side of the forest Faydons face was stained with despair. It was because I wasnt sure if I would be able to properly deal with even a normal god with my current physical condition. On the other hand. Cheuk hahahaha! Sloth burst into madness as if he could not stand it. Lee is undoubtedly the leader who led countless humans this time. the air chief! Catch me alive! The second day since entering the gray forest. While reinforcing the forest extensively, Jinhyeok closely watched the movements of the rest of the forces. The most important thing on the 20th floor this time was how to defeat the top 3 forces. First of all, lets take care of things that have been dyed. I was so distracted that I couldnt even distribute the stats. To be precise, it was because of a few things that stuck like leeches. Ellis seems to have gone to catch some strange insects again. As if they had a taste for hunting, they are sweeping the whole area with Belus and Ophelia. Neither Theresa nor Frey seemed preupied with their respective responsibilities. You can finally have some alone time. Whoa Jinhyeok let out a small sigh and activated his personal status window. Tring! Name: Kang Jin- hyeok Gender: Male Level: 156 Strength 109 Agility 121 Stamina 67 Magical Power 402 Gap 100 Luck 10 Adaptive 78 Spirit 108.39 Possessed Stat Points: 6 Possessed Coin: 11451129 upation: Ruler of Runes Unique Lance: Ring of Reverse Heaven Inherent Ability: Fusion Grave of Swords Blessing of the Stars Judgment of Anubis Blood Magic Mand(_) 1 Second Invincibility Thousand Venom White Beast Share All Worlds(f鹲) Sanctuary of the Sun ck Sky Devil Triple Magic, Colossus Strike, Fire Dragons Breath, High Speed Sword, Tombgraves Right Arm, Berserker, Wind Realm, Shadow yer, Earth me Blood Explosion, ck Tears, Tombgraves Legs, Supernatural God, The Core of the Legion, Ancient Barrier, Heavenly Devil, Mentra Taming, Nihilism Destroy All Poison (f) skill: There are too many contents of the skill, so it is converted to a folded state. His stats are 6. His level reached 156 before he knew it. The regrity is steadily rising, and the growth is overwhelming. The stats I had collected like tiny grains, including the gap at the beginning of the Tower of Trials, were ying their part. [Stamina increased from 67 to 73!] I invested in stamina. In order to go beyond the middle of the tower and go to the upper level, it is necessary to gradually adjust the bnce. Contrary to the steadily invested mana, his stamina was rtively low. Next Jinhyeok calmed his pounding heart. Random skill box [?] I never imagined that I would get this by catching Cray Veratis. The disassembly method was so tricky that I used to blow it up again and again. The grade ? is not there for nothing. If you dont use it properly, it could be trash thats not even F grade. On the contrary, it meant that if the dismantlement was sessful until the end, the highest skill level up to the SSS level coulde out. Its Undine. Jinhyeok summoned the spirit of water. Uhhhhh, Lord, Master? Did you call? I have a favor to ask of you. But why are you so frightened? Youre scared. Im perfectly fine. Now, Im full of confidence! Are you stuttering? No stuttered? Im averting my eyes. Is that so? Jinhyuk, who was tilting his head, suddenly had something passing through his mind. Come to think of it. This guy when Im eating a weird freak. I wasughing and having fun. I remembered holding my belly button and rolling around. Pachichik! A stream of pure white ice rose from Jinhyeoks fingertips. Hey! Do you remember, master? Then, I remembered. Thanks for reminding me very clearly. I was wrong. Thats when I went really crazy Never, never again! I wont let this happen again. Undine prayed for her hands to be feet. But its already toote. I think you will be a water spirit rather than a water spirit from now on. In the cial formation, Destruction of Mankind and Blood Magic were mixed. When I mixed it with the 10-year-old canary fish sauce I had been saving to feed to Alice, a pretty usible poison waspleted. I was wrong. I was wrong. I was wrong! Imitted a mortal sin. If youmit a mortal sin, you must die. step. From now until I tell you, make sure no one gets into this tent. Then, I might forgive you. Mo, Ill risk my life to protect it. Absolutely. I wont let anyone in, so just trust me. Master! Undine boasted and volunteered as a guard. Jinhyeok, who prevented any variables toe, looked at the front and back of the box made of iron. Looking at its appearance, it seems to be the kind made by the Dark Elves Could it be this? The letters of the Dark Elf race engraved in the size of a little fingernail. Undoubtedly. Among the Dark Elves, it was made by the Ingtalimun tribe, known for being the best at crafting artifacts. This is something I know very well. Jinhyeok quickly injected magic into the cube-shaped box. OK. p! The irond went up. At the same time, the shape of the box also changed. [The F-rank random box has been released.] [F-rank skills are randomly granted upon epting the reward.] Its simple at first. A power circuit made up of powers of 2. At the beginning of level 0, you only need to decipher one type of circuit, but the difficulty increases rapidly as you go further. 124816. 51210242048. And thest one, 12 sacred by the Dark Elves. In other words, 4096 circuits must be destroyed at the same time. Concentrating his mind, Jinhyeok began to move the magic circuit. p! p! [The E-ss random box has been released.] [D-ss random box has been released] [C-ss] The rewards you can get have also changed as the level of iron increased. Now, beyond B-ss, you can see the skills corresponding to A-ss. Again, again . Sweat was drenched along the forehead. It is a feeling that goes beyond the level of fighting fiercely and encounters the limit. creak! ! It was a bit risky just now. Among the 1024 circuits, the distribution of horsepower was out of sync in the top three circuits. It was close. After all, I wont give it to you easily, is this? But dont panic. Even in conditions more difficult than this, I won what I wanted. I dont know how much time has passed like that. Around the time the sun that was floating in the middle of the sky passed. p! Thest gypsies went up. All right, all right! Jinhyuk burst into cheers. The box, glowing golden, finally revealed what it had hidden inside. [Three SSS-level skill random cards will be unlocked.] [Choose the skill you want.] Three skill cards with colorful patterns. You must choose one of these. Which one should I choose? I cant help but choose one of the things that seem unusual at first nce. It would be nice to be able to check any type of skill, but the premise of random did not allow peeking. Even with the Eye of Gluttony, each skill card could not be confirmed. With the belief in the luck stat 10. Are you saying that the rest should depend on luck? It was when Jinhyeoks troubles deepened. Kwaaang! Amotion broke out outside the tent. What is it? This water idiot! Im meeting with my contractor, but why are you blocking it! Alices voice pierced my eardrums. Ah, no! If I go in, the owner will turn me into a dung poop fairy! Undine desperately tried to stop Elise, but she couldnt stop it. Who the hell are you hiding from so I cant let you in Huh? Alice, who almost blew up the tent, looked at Jinhyeok and the three golden cards. Then, What is it? What about that strange card? He tilted his little head . hmm. Thats kind of like a reward, but from the point of view of the residents, it seems a little strange? No, thats not it. I wonder why the card on the far right has a stamp given only to bosses. What? Jinhyeoks eyes widened. .The shape of the card is obviously the same. I couldnt feel any imprints or foreign magical powers. That said, Is it only visible to Alice? Chapter 373 Chapter 373. ck Hill Tribe Tarachen (1) A mark given only to the boss? Yeah. Thats it. Eh Alice, who was talking, suddenly lost her words. He began to open his mouth as if something was blocking it. Ive been through something simr to this. Lake of the Moon. It is a symptom that appears when the system forcibly intervened to resolve the sense of incongruity between past yers and residents. Are there things we shouldnt know about each other? Im not sure why. sure thing. What Elise said was not so absurd. In fact, there has been a lot of exchange between the two races, Dark Elves and Vampires. He has a high intellect and his pride counts as dirty. It was also because they had something inmon with the dark attribute series. I see This is pretty fun. Jinhyuks body trembled. Intuition instinctively wriggled. as soon as. You have to choose the third card. Ill believe it, Alice. I stretched my finger to the farthest point. [You have chosen a reward.] The letters covering the card were shattered. Please Jinhyeok clenched his fists. and that moment. Tring! The long-awaited reward has appeared. [You have acquired the unique holy spear Phase 2!] [Phase 2] Difficulty to obtain: Unmeasurable Description: Among the boss monsters residing in the tower, this ability is possessed by very few. Body modification as well as all stats and skill levels increase by 50% for 3 minutes. This is awesome. Jinhyuk froze on the spot with his mouth wide open. Because this ability was not obtained even when climbing the Tower of Trials in the past. Ellis. huh? good job. Well good? Me? Alice widened her rabbit eyes. It was a face that still didnt quite understand what he was doing. Hehe. Youre saying I did better than the idiot saint or the blue-haired idiot, right? Yeah. Its to the point where I feel that the cost of food for you is not worth it. Jinhyuk smiled heartily. I cant stop going out with my friends because of this taste. ck Hill Tribe created by orcs. A Red Giant made up of a coalition of Dark Elves. The Great Wing made up of the Cult of the Wraith and the cursed corpses. These are the three biggest forces on the 20th floor. And now, Jinhyeok was walking towards the ck Hill Tribe. Lulu L. step is light Humming a song is a bonus. Damn it. What makes you feel so good? I wonder if Jin-hyeok was happy. Chun Yoo-seong shot sharply. Well, the two of us are going to the named orc tribe alone, but of course we have to be anxious. In particr, from Chun Yoo-seongs point of view, the 20th floor was an area that was in contact with the limits of the past. It means that it is a stairway of love and hatred that no matter how hard you try, you cannot cross it. Thats probably why I was so immersed in training like crazy every time I rested. Seeing him wield his sword and sharpen his herbivores whenever he had a chance, even for a moment, its a bit pity a creeping bastard. That guy is the kind of guy who will stab a knife right in the back if you let him off guard even a little bit. In fact, the stronger I got, the more I wanted to try again, so I could feel my hands itching. Its time to break the nerve once in a while. Thats why we decided to go alone this time. for a thoroughly tailored education. However, contrary to his inner feelings, he pretended not to know on the outside and pretended not to know. Its been a long time since Ive seen nature and enjoyed the sunlight while rxing. Opportunities like this donte very often. You sound like a naturalndscape. Its the afternoon when the orcs are hunting, so it wouldnt be strange to run into them right now! Well, that would be it. I see Damn it! You could havee much quicker if you hadnt wasted your time earlier. What on earth were you wasting so much time on? Before departing here, Jinhyeok sent a spirit beast, a gnome, to contact someone on the lower floor of the tower. It took quite a bit of time to talk to each other. Eventually, the orcs came into their territory during the time when they were most active. For that reason, Chun Yoo-seong is building a bloodline around his neck. Our Yooseong has a really good voice. He can singter. The genre is rock. Whoa. When people talk, do it properly! But just then ! rustle. Jinhyeok and Chun Yuseong reacted at the same time. A small sound that travels through the bushes. Undoubtedly. there is someone around Did you feel it? Damn it. Anyway, Ive never seen a good one while hanging out with you. How can you pick the worst ande to me? It was difficult to guess the exact number because of the muddy magic mixed in, but it was intuitive that this area waspletely surrounded. sereung. The two swords were drawn like lightning. OK. Kreurreu Human. Youre pretty quick to notice. Youpletely erased the presence, but how did you notice it? Orcs with ck skin appeared one by one. Strong muscles and protruding yellow eyes. Armed with a sharp ive and shield, the appearance was different from that of ordinary Orcs. Even in terms of size, it was well three times bigger than a normal orc. These guys are the strongest among the Orcs that exist in the tower. They are outnumbered, fearless, and have excellent fighting power. so that. I was the first to find this ce. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth went up. Chwiik. Are youughing? In this situation? Youre a man with a big liver. Do you think were beingughed at for taking over the Gray Forest? Everyone be quiet. Ill take care of it. The one who seemed to be the head of the orcs started talking. at the same time. A weapon made in the form of a spear by wrapping a stick around a ive stretched forward. Ohhh. Did you know we ate the forest? I thought you were ignorant and only knew how to hit and run. Youre smarter than I thought. Dont underestimate the information power of the Orcs. The investigation into the forces of the Goinmul Corporation has already beenpleted. Swoop. Shuk. The Orcs prepared to attack all at once. but. Jinhyeok just shrugged his shoulders, still not moving. Youll regret it if you attack us now Ive got you guys pretty good talking points. Its a story you dont even need to hear. If its a proposal from another race, its usually our rule to respond by pping the lions head. Especially if its the most unbelievable human race. Its unfortunate. The Hideout of Deadly Sins you obtained this time. I was going to tell you how to protect it. You know? There, if you dont secure a proper supply route, you wont be able to protect it even for a day. at that point. standing tall The ive, which seemed about to stab at any moment, stopped. How do you know we attacked there? Well. How did you know? Jinhyuk smiled even deeper. Ah! If you dont answer here, Ill skin you, Ill pull out your fingernails. I hope you dont use such trite lines as that. Its better to have a constructive conversation for mutual benefit than such useless threats. what do you want? Take me to the chieftain. Ill talk to him directly. Hehehahahaha! This ispletely gone. You want to meet our chief? The spearman orcughed madly. Anyways, cant we have important conversations with the guy downstairs? Keuhehe. Im sure hes not an ordinary human being. Yes. The Chief must be having a lot of fun. The window goes down a bit. I didnt let my guard down, but the hostility had softened. Okay. Ill do it. But, youll regret it if you talk about trivial things. Chwiik. Baktur. Taking the author to the chief. Are you serious? Anyway, its too dangerous. The rest of the orcs around them murmured. I take responsibility. If theres a way to protect the temple as he said, then that wouldnt be bad. If its false, just cut it down. Theres nothing to lose either way. The final decision is left to the Chief. The stronghold of the ck Hills is literally built on massive obsidian. Its always spectacr to see here. Jinhyuk let out a small exmation. Numerous tents were visible along the hills high enough to reach the sky. And at the heart of it . A muscr orc that was about to explode was seated. Tarachen. It is a legendary monster that has drawn numerous myths by leading the ck Hill tribe for 9 years. In fact, in the past, Chun Yuseong also failed to break through the 20th floor after losing a confrontation with this orc. Chun Youseong bit his mrs. Its the first time Ive seen someone react like this other than me. The bitter pain of defeat. The desire to go beyond that this time. I felt the two emotions blend together. Baktur. Are they these? Yes. Chief. As I said through the crow, he said he wanted to speak only with the chief. Hmm Tarachen put the ive on the floor. Poo-wook. Arge ive up to 2m dug deep into the soil. Human. Do you know who I am? Roughly isnt that the strongest Orc? Here. Tarachens mouth twitched at the sight of Jinhyeok, who was not intimidated in the slightest. I see, as Baktur said, the liver is a human who came out of the boat. Seeing how rxed he is even with so many subordinates. There are more than a dozen members of the SS who are spewing terrifying death. Needless to say the troops waiting behind him. however. Thanks for thepliment . Ive heard quite a few people say that theres no coward. So. Are you thinking of having a conversation? no. Tarachen shook her head. Ive met countless people who talk softly. You can tell how good a n is by looking at the level of the person who brought it. Tarachen snapped her finger at the warriors right next to her. Prove it with your skills rather than words. Thats the first condition for having a conversation with me. Orcs always revere strength. Only the strong couldmand. because I was able to survive. Koooooo! Kuaaa! cooong! bang! Two Orcs of the Royal Guard charged at the same time. Just block the first attack from the front. Ill finish it in one breath. Sheesh! I see. Jinhyeok and Chun Yuseong tried to have a joint battle by dividing positions. exactly. Hey You rotten son of a bitch! He pretended to do so and handed everything over to Cheon Yoo-seong. Sorry, only deal with the little ones. Our swordsman, you know? Hyung always believes in you. Kakakakakang! Chun Yoo-seong and the two royal guards collided. Jinhyeok, who used the gap to dig inside, headed for Tarachen at once. fault. If you get along awkwardly, you will be yed by the opponents pranks. Looks like he likes testing quite a bit. Jinhyeok held Barnard high. A soft blue light spread along the de. Huh. What the hell are you going to do with that toothpick-like dagger Although Tarachen seemed unwilling to pull out the ive. That thought didntst long. hmm!? Kwaaang! The ive and Barnard, pulled out like lightning, collided head-on. Brilliant sparks flew and Tarachens body was pushed back several meters. I also like it quite a bit. ying with guys who think theyre strong. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Jinhyeok began to release his magic in earnest. Chapter 374 Chapter 374. ck Hill tribe Tarachen (2) me it! The shockwave created long sword scars on the ground. The word relentless attack is a sword attack. When there was no match, Tarachen swung the ive wildly. Quaang! bang! The shock of shaking the heavens and earth followed. however. It was Tarachen who stumbled. Keugh! As the center of gravity was broken, loopholes increased more and more. How on earth could such a small dagger wreak such unbelievable destructive power? I swung the huge ive with all my might, but the opponent took the blow with ease. Its strong, but its strong. Indeed, it deserves to be called the strongest among Orcs. Jinhyuk blew a small whistle. How dare you, in front of whom do you rx! Tarachen raised the ive high. Moment woo woo woo! The green mana was condensed into a whirlwind. [Tarachen activates her unique ability, Session to Extinction!] A unique ability that can summon the soul of the Orc race. Thats why Tarachen can be overwhelmingly superior to other orcs. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Translucent energy rose along the ck hill and soon began to be absorbed into Tarachens body. The magic power exuding from the body also changed. [Copy condition: If you be an Orc race and be Tarachens sessor, you can copy the opponents unique ability.] Of course, you cant change your race just to acquire that ability. The purpose ofing here in the first ce was not to kill Tarachen or copy her abilities. I just need to fight enough to form an alliance. e. Jinhyeok looked at the flying ive aiming for the upper right corner. It might be possible to avoid it, but in order to get his recognition [Inherent ability Tombgraves right arm is activated!] The shape of the right arm holding Barnard has changed. Kwaaang! A roar that seemed to split the heavens and earth. The two weapons collided at one point. Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa! Jinhyeok and Tarachens feet dug into the ground. A cloud of dust created by the shock wave. The whole hand holding the weapon trembled violently, as if to show how powerful the collision had just been. strong. Tarachen kept her mouth shut. I wasnt vignt, but the reality that I couldnt even achieve the same came coldly. The rest of the orcs who were giggling around lost theirughter before they knew it. It had to be. The battle unfolding right in front of them was far beyond their imagination. A fighting style that reveres pure strength, rather than running away from each other. Arent they fighting head-to-head against Tarachen, who even released her own abilities? Chwiik! What the hell are these humans doing? To endure the chiefs ive with all his might. Are you saying hes stronger than the captain of the guard? The humans who came with me are also monsters. I took down two of the SS by myself. The whispering grew louder. good. A self-introduction would suffice. Jinhyeok retrieved the magic from Barnard. What are you doing all of a sudden? The fight isnt over yet. Thats true, but whats left if we keep fighting? You know each others skills well enough, right? It made a cause to take care of pride and left room for conversation. If we go further, it will be a life-or-death situation beyond deciding whether or not to win. If you want to end it, now is the right time. but. You humans are always like that. You only try topromise by coaxing others with appropriate words. Tarachens ferocious spirit did not diminish in the slightest. Rather, it seems to have touched his pride, and he changed even more sharply. Im not trying topromise Im trying to prevent unnecessary fights. As long as you aim at the sword, you must see blood. That is our tribes creed. It was ridiculous to put the word honor on monsters, but proud orcs were different from ordinary monsters. Especially the ck Hill tribe, who can be said to be their pinnacle. As expected, its because its poison to look at it clumsily. Jinhyeok licked his lips. Koooooo! Tarachens pupils were stained red. kicked the ground Quaang! Jinhyeok quickly dodged the attack by throwing his body to the left. Tarachen immediately chased after him, but Jinhyeok increased his speed and increased the distance. Can I help you? It looks pretty tough. Chun Youseong smirked after the fight ended first. Anyway, if you think that guy did a little well, the bridge of his nose rises to the sky. Isnt this the time for you to worry about other people? Those orcs. as if to prove it. thud! fault! Arger number of guards clung to Cheonyuseong. If you dont have two, youll have a fever. If that doesnt work, its as if the entire SS will cling to it. Damn it! Thats why Im just watching quietly. Tsk tsk. Arent you angry because youre pretending to be rxed for no reason? Kwaaang! Soon the whole hill began to be filled with the sound of metal shing. In order to talk to the orcs, you shouldnt kill them carelessly. But if you just watch it, its annoying to attack like a swarm of bees. Kuk! Do we have to keep fighting like this! If we continue fighting attrition, there is no answer! Chun Yoo-seong had a blood clot in his neck. Thanks to the addition of Baktur wielding a long spear, the smirking swordsman literally looked like a fire had fallen on his feet. Of course, I have no intention of fighting until my mana and stamina are exhausted. Because I already expected that this would happen. The card of conversion that can reverse the situation is also prepared. only. Sorry. I cant be sharp right now. Just hold on as much as you can. I just want to get on the rope of Cheon Yoo-seong, who is climbing far and wide these days. Really? Yes. The siege must be a little thinner so there will be something to do. Jinhyeok pretended not to know and avoided his gaze. In the end, Chun Yoo-seong had no choice but to wait while crying and eating mustard. from the very inside. With dozens of enemies. How much time had passed like that? Heh, heo, heo, heo, heo, heo Chun Youseong staggered as if he were about to copse. My whole body was wet with sweat and my breathing was rapid. I had already lost consciousness and returned several times. DamnDamn it. Now I cant lift a hand anymore Thats when. Took. Something touched the back of Chun Yoo-sung. Jin-hyeok, who was engaged in a bloody battle with Tarachen, reached the ce where Cheon Yoo-seong was. Why are you having a hard time already? You call that a horse! Hmm. The swordsman in the world is very insignificant. When we first met, he said that he could destroy an orc even with one truck. You damned old man. Even if I die here, I will definitely take you as a roadpanion. Chun Yu-seongs face twisted violently. If I tease him any longer, that knife might turn this way. I already rolled enough and trampled on my pride. Lets start soon. The stage is fully equipped. Jinhyeok, who judged that, took out a new item from the subspace. [The string that connects beliefs is activated!] The power to connect dimensions. A huge gate appeared in front of everyone with a tremendous magical storm. Honor. It was an absolute value that Orcs could not live without dying. They have lived their whole lives for the honor and revival of their n, and they are the ones who are willing to give their lives for what they believe in as individuals. For that reason, it was only natural that the Orcs could not trust humans. It is because it is a characteristic of humans to change their values at any time for their own benefit. but. What if those who stand up for that human have the same beliefs as the orcs? What will be the reaction at that time? The answer to that result is this. cooong! A race with blue skin appeared beyond the gate. A tusk longer than an orc. Although the stairway is much lower, that is by no means inferior to it. I heard the story through the gnomes. You need our help? Frostdeck. And the chief Karakal who leads them. Two tusk-bearing races met in the ck Hills. !? Tarachen, who was running wild, stopped moving for the first time. that g? How did they get here? The guards who were pressuring Chun Yu-seong also looked at the Frostde tribe with their mouths wide open. A void on the battlefield created in an instant. The confrontation continued like an eternity. Karakal Tarachen opened her mouth slowly. Caracal immediately nodded. Chief Tarachen, its been a while. Is this the first time weve met since the Tribal War? Why are you on the side of humans? Karakal brought up an old story, but Tarachen had no intention of discussing the trivial past. Why is the great hero of the proud trolls together with humans? It was just iprehensible. Has it been threatened? Or have the tribe been held hostage? otherwise it makes no sense He must have done something dirty like a human being. However, in the words that follow I received grace. Tarachen had no choice but to be engulfed in confusion again. Grace? To a human or something? Thats right. I owed such a debt that I couldnt repay even if I paid it for the rest of my life. This is true. Caracal was willing to sacrifice himself for Jinhyeok. He gave freedom to all members of the n. Because it ended the life of a ve and kept the pride that I so longed for. And if. If you want to harm our benefactor, youll have to step over our entire tribe. Koooooo! Ooooh! The warriors of the Frostde tribe held their spears and shields high. The strength of each individual and the number of tribe members were much inferior, but everyone was prepared for death. jerky. The sky-high scam was transmitted to Tarachen as well. I dont think its a lie. It is not a matter of fighting and winning or losing. If the people Caracal and the Frostde tribe believed so firmly in were human beings I thought maybe it was different from the scum I knew. Guide those humans and Chief Caracal into my tent. The fight is over. Fuuk. Tarachen drove the ive into the ground. With this, the conversation opened. From now on, the discussion that will decide the sess or failure of the 20th floor is the beginning of the discussion. Whoa. It seems to have been quite sessful. Im d Yooseong, isnt it? Keueueugh! You bastard! Did you deliberately make me suffer even though there was such a method! If I had summoned the Frostde tribe right away, I wouldnt have been nearly killed! Hey. I hope it worked out. You must be obsessed with trivial things after everything is over. What, obsessed? something trivial? I mean! Ah! They tell us toe quickly. Ill excuse myself first. Jinhyeok hurriedly ran towards Tarachens tent. Chapter 375 Chapter 375. ck Hill Tribe Tarachen (3) A tent made by skinning monsters. Within it, a meeting that will decide the fate of various races has begun. So the way to protect the temple is that we have to form an alliance and strike first? Yeah, theres a saying that the best defense is offense. Jinhyeok smiled brightly, as if asking why he was asking something obvious. Tarachen burst intoughter at that innocent smile. Hahaha! This ispletely insane. Are you trying to upset the bnce that has been tight for decades on our part? Thats it. Havent you ever thought that the way youve been doing it so far isnt right if theres no ending in the first ce for decades? They dont even start an all-out war to keep each other in check. Thats why its a situation where you cant even wipe out one side by forming an alliance. In the past, even in the Three Kingdoms, the fact that the bnce of power was not resolved for so long was because all of the sharp elements were intertwined. Besides, the Great Wing with the Church of the Specters has no interest in bing the greatest force. so that. In order to overturn this deadlock that is tangled like a thread. A slightly more unconventional method is needed. By using the variable called yer. Hmm. Are you brave? Are you ignorant? Either that or the liver came out of the stomach. Tarachen could not guess Jinhyeoks heart. Whats certain is that the person in front of me cant just be a nonsense person. Seeing how much trust Carakal, the chieftain of Frostde, has shown. Im not saying to just rush at it. You must have some secret n in mind, right? Then, as if Jinhyuk had been waiting. I pulled out an item. No odds game is not my taste. Of course, I prepared at least one conversion card. Roaring! Torch glowing blue. This is an item that can pierce the loopholes of all factions. Thats An earthquake urred in Tarachens pupils. Ive heard of it. It exists on the 20th floor, but it is only passed down through oral tradition. About objects Ive never seen before. That must be its unique magic. But how could a yer who had just entered this stairway obtain a torch that no one had found for decades? The more I look at him, the more hes a hard-to-believe man. Tarachen clicked her tongue inwardly. At this point, Im so dumbfounded that I have useless faith. That the opponent might really end the long-running stalemate. Certainly, its not bad. This isnt a gamble at all. The worry didntst long. If you bring such an attractive bait, you will have no choice but to catch it no matter the oue. In addition to the reliable support of the Frostde tribe, Cheon Yoo-seong, who came with Jin-hyeok, was also strong beyond imagination. Can I take this as a sign of eptance? Yes. I will be with you. At this point, we willpletely put the 20th floor in our hands. Okay. Then, can I ask you one more personal favor? Please? As you can see, I have a lot of things to do, so my hands are a little short. Tell me. If you can, Ill listen. Theres a ruin hidden on the 19th floor. Ill tell you where it is and how to get there. You just need to find a piece of paper in it. A portion of the Prophets Book written by the goddess Frigg lies dormant inside the ruins. Even if the content is all in your head. Substantial evidence will be needed. Afterwards, considering the rtionship with the Norse Goddess, all the Books of the Prophets must be put in the hands of this side. Because theres no way that snarky old man Odin will be annihted by Olympus. Even if it seems that Ragnarok is being pushed back unterally in the current war. We should be able to get away with somehow preserving our core forces. This is because Heimdall, who had a wide range of movement, was superior to Hermes of Olympus in many respects. I see. As a token of alliance, I can give you that much. Tarachen nodded. As a result, an alliance between the Goinmul Corporation and the ck Hill Tribe was formed. A ce lined with red oxidized iron and terrifying torture weapons. The ce where the headquarters of the Church of the Specter is located seemed to have literally moved to Hell. Quaaaaagh! Aagh! In the deepest part of the Church, which was dotted with the screams of all kinds of monsters and residents, the leader of the Church of the Specter, Sloth, was seated. To be precise, I was just about to end the torture that had been going on for a long time. Yes. I see, that was the n. It was very helpful to tell me about the saintesss characteristics. It was a very informative story. Stop it uh, yes. Ive told you everything I know, so please stop stop it. Faydon begged for his life. The dignified appearance of the engineeringmander is nowhere to be seen. Only the appearance of the prisoner, whose body and mind were devastated by the severe torture, remains. You mean you have nothing more to say? All I know is I told you everything. Thats right. I had a lot of trouble opening my mouth. Sloth gripped the hammer and nails dripping with blood. Chunk! Chunk! Chunk! Heeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee! Faydon twisted his whole body. But no matter how hard I tried, nothing changed. Dont worry too much. Youll soon be able to live as a member of the Seven Deadly Sins again. His body is quite usable, so once the operation is over, he will be a very usable soldier. A blood knight, a higher being of death knight, or capable of exerting more power. But just then Quaang! An undead monster with two heads broke through the iron door and entered. I must have told you not to disturb me during the operation? Im sorry. But, Guru! Enemies have appeared outside the temple. what? Nataes brow furrowed. youre the enemy What crazy bastards dare toe to the heart of the cult? Tarachen of the ck Hills tribe came all the way here with arge army! Tarachen. He is the leader of a huge force that divides the 20th floor into three and is a warrior with a very aggressive personality. You stupid orc cant even understand the subject. You think you and I are on the same level just because we have the same stairs. The Seven Deadly Sins are originally residents of the upper levels. It was not a position that the boss monsters in the middleyer could ovee. Being locked up here because of Guntapers orders is astonishing, but I cant help but feel annoyed when the Oa braengs who dont want to do useless things start fighting. I just want to rest. without doing anything I wanted to lie down forever and enjoy the rest. that was my only wish That was my only purpose in life. However, due to the submissive contract with Guntafer, that dream had to be postponed for a while. Okay. are you okay. If this job is done well, I will finally be able to make that dreame true. It wasnt too long. Wearing a false mask and overworking the whole body is only now. How would you like to respond? Are you telling me all of those things? Bar, Ill call the believers right away. The undead monster that was reporting on the progress of indolence immediately lowered its head. There are just too many things to do damn it. After the operation is over, I need to take a break. If I bring some magic stones from my privateb Sloth turned around to find the tools needed to remodel Faydon as if he was annoyed. . Cuckoo Cuckoo! As soon as the vicious energy went out, a brief peace came to the torture chamber. Uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuwuuuuuuuuuueuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu about.., you have to run. Come on. Quickly. Take off these handcuffs. Faydon, who had risen from the dead, trembled slightly. You have to get out of this hell no matter what you do to take advantage of the gap that has been created for a moment. rattle! He moved the chain with trembling hands and feet. Hey. How did you live here? It was then that a strange voice intervened. Jinhyeok, smiling brightly, was squatting in front of Fayden. You you! Shhh. Dont raise your voice. Then what if that terrifying cult leaderes back? Is this guy the scum that abandoned all his friends and jumped out to live alone? Thats right. If we had held out to the end, many more people would have been able to live. Chun Yoo-sung and Teresa each added a word. That, that The words became a dagger and cut into his heart. However, the instinct to live came first rather than shame or guilt. First get me out of here get me out. Then Ill do whatever it takes to go to prison or get punished Hmm. Save me Jinhyuk scratched his chin. Quickly! Theres not much time before hees. Im sorry, but that wont work. yes? If you were just trash, you would have given it a chance to be recycled. However, I learned that food waste is not even recycled. The only answer is to burn it with fire. But the good thing is that it can y a great role as bait. Jinhyeok focused his magic on his fingertips. Whoa! Drops of blood the size of a checkerboard drew a fierce clockwise direction. What, what is this? Raspberry. Its good for the body. Its good. The smile on Jinhyuks lips grew even thicker. The trademark of Amm, who led the Decassus family. Blood Explosion. Blood drops wrapped in a barrier that had a stealth effect flew towards Faydens body. Hey! What, what is this? What the hell did you do to my body! Its kind of like a ticking time bomb. Its supposed to go off immediately if we reveal that were here or show hostile behavior. Its up to you to decide when you die. So if you want to survive even for a second longer, youd better tune in to the beat. Lets move slowly. Yes. We must hurry to take advantage of the time Tarachen has earned us. If you go out through the passage on the left, there is a ce that leads directly to it. Three people got up from their seats. I didnt feel the slightest bit of sympathy in that look. Im sorry. Im sorry! So please. Jebaaal! Only Faydens screams echoed in the empty space. Squeaky! Keep uh-up? A long line of blood gushed from the neck of one of the fanatics with a single stroke. A swordsman that is said to be clean. Chun Youseong brushed off the blood on the de. What did you say we were looking for? Its the Holy Grail of the Antichrist. You just need to find something that looks like a dented red goblet. I told you about it an hour ago, but have you forgotten about it? Serung! The de gave off a warning. Cancer! I might forget. Our swordsman is a bit busy, can you remember all of that? But I told you again now, so you shouldnt forget it this time. Okay? Jinhyeok nodded hurriedly. But just then. Jinhyeok! Hey, look at that! Teresa, who was looking intently at one side of the room, screamed. Chapter 376 Chapter 376. Stair Wars (1) Antichrists Holy Grail. It was a medium that allowed the alter ego of Guntaper toe to the 20th floor, and also a sacred object that supported the spiritual aspect of the church as a symbol. As expected, I kept it in this room. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth went up. No matter how much you sign a contract of obedience with Guntaper, sloth is sloth. The unique indolence that has permeated to the bone has nowhere to go. Even if you say youre doing a y with lies, its like a ce to keep things. The basic behavior pattern is easy to predict. Because of this, I already knew that the Holy Grail was in this room. Only one. If theres a problem its that it protects itself with vicious miasma, as its a holy relic that the church cherishes. Aww. Teresa, who was about to reach for the relic, stepped back in shock. I covered my whole body with the Blessing of the Stars, but it was useless. Because the terrible miasma was merciless to those who did not receive Guntapers protection. Its like sour grapes over the fence. Chun Youseong clicked his tongue. And I forgot to add one more word. Unless someone has a sharp way. Big! Big! Is it my turn to step out? Jinhyeok broke his joints and stepped forward. [Currently, the curse Winter Rain of the Underworld is hanging on the holy relic The Chalice of the Antichrist.] In terms of barriers, it is a curse equivalent to an 11-star level. Of course, Teresa and Chun Yu-seong couldnt even dare to do it. but. Its simple if you know how to break it. Usually, due to the nature of the curse, I try to respond with divine power or healing. Its a natural story. Because the properties of conflict always guaranteed extreme effects. Though thats the biggest mistake people usually make. Jinhyeok gathered his mana again. In particr, there were three ces where strong miasma condensed. And the Holy Grail was originally made of wood by a carpenter. If you have two clues, you cane up with the right answer. Whoa! The me of the Beginning and Endless Poison were activated at the same time. Heats the wood that serves as the frame of the Holy Grail to create cracks and injects a new type of poison to make the poisons run wild. w! Pachichi Chick! Keeeeeeeee! A scream resounded from the Chalice of the Antichrist, like a howling beast. And right at that moment. Kwak Kwah Kwak Kwak! The miasma surrounding the Holy Grail dissipated in an instant. [All the miasma has been purified!] Okay. With this, one of the purposes ofing here has been achieved. Outside, Tarachen and the ck Hill Tribe are waiting for you. Now there is only one more thing left to do. Kwaaang! Wow! Kill them all! God wants the death of the inferior race! Use this opportunity to drive out the stupid humans. Thisnd belongs to us orcs! With a roar, numerous fanatics and orcs entangled in one ce. An unpredictable bloody battle. The battle, which had alreadysted several hours, was reaching its climax. Regardless of the enemy, the wave of fanatics were overwhelming in terms of numbers, but the Orcs who confronted them used their superior fighting power as a weapon. In particr, in the case of Tarachen, he was showing off his tremendous prowess to push even if he was stuck with the five Death Knights. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! The Death Knights body was torn to pieces by the sword wind that swept thend and disappeared. This is such a shame for an orc Themander in charge of the churchs forces, Pemon, bit his mrs. Wires that are constantly being pushed. Hes angry, but hes not at his level right now. At least as long as the headmaster doesnte in person That was the time I was thinking about it. Stupid things! An unimaginable gray haze rose from the center of the temple. Roaring! not a me Because the skin of the target he touched did not burn. Instead, the power to slow down the time of the target it touched could be said to be hopeless. Uhhhhhhhhhh? Chwiiiik!? slowed down movement. The hand that wields the ive. Senses to react to enemy attacks. Everything is different from before. Time increased by about 3 times. hooked! Fu-wook! Puffer Puck! The slow movement was fatal. Kwaaaaaaaaaaaa! Koooooo! Orcs began to crumble in an instant. Orcs who came within 10m radius of sloth were dominated all the time. I had to lose my life helplessly by fanatics. Such absurd ability Chwi, chwiik. A monster. The Orcs of the Royal Guard breathed in vain. Since they had never engaged in an all-out war with the Church of the Specters, they did not know how much power their leader, Sloth, possessed. No, to be precise I thought that even if the opponent was strong, if it was Tarachen, I could defeat it. But who could predict Tarachens victory by looking at the scene unfolding right in front of his eyes? The disparate ability that destroyedmon sense was enough to make the proud Orcs lose their morale. These worms they dont even know what theyre talking about. Well make you regreting into ournd. Sloth grabbed the staff. [The Seven Deadly Sins Sloth activates the unique ability Step of Neglect!] In a distorted space. Just walking forward is the best defense and at the same time it is possible to attack. Dieuhhaa! The spear wielded by the Orc Warrior of the Royal Guard gradually slowed down. Stupid. As if sloth was annoying, he injected magic into the staff. Passeuk! The spear that had been blown away turned to dust and disappeared. In addition, due to the second effect of Inattention, Contagion, the body of the orc who attacked began to turn into stone as it was. h h It took less than 3 seconds for an Orc of the Royal Guard to turn into a stone statue. If this is the case, no matter how many numbers stick together, it is meaningless. atst. Everyone get out of the way. Ill step in. Tarachen moved. Chwiik! Chief! No! Its dangerous to fight a monster like that! If the chieftain is wrong, our whole tribe is in danger. Well take care of this, so get out of here in the meantime. Orcs stopped Tarachen. Losing Tarachen, the center of the tribe, was more painful than thousands of Orcs dying here. We cant retreat from here. If we give up like this, we will never be able to defeat them! I felt fear seeping into my bones. If this trauma is not ovee, it will forever be a moth that eats away at the brains of the ck Hills. Whoa! A green aura surged along the ive. through that cursed aura. put a knife through the heart Quaang! With that thought alone, Tarachen threw herself. [Tarachen activates Lv22 The Liberated!] A skill that grants immunity to all status ailments. Tarachen resisted the power of sloth and leaped high into the air. Koooooo! From above down! The ive was thrust down vertically. power too. Enough speed too. however. Thats all. Ohhh. But hes the boss. Hes quite usable. Better than the others. The ive stopped in mid-air and trembled. Kuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu! No matter how hard you try, you wont be able to move. And thats it. Cutting off the enemys throat thats how you do it. Sloths fingers crossed the air. No, I was trying to cross. If youre thinking of cutting our friends throat, youd better stop. A new voice entered the chaotic battlefield. At the entrance of the temple. Jinhyuk smiled brightly. You Sloths eyes narrowed. My name is Kang Jin-hyeok. I wanted to say hello a little earlier, but I have a lot of things to do. Kang Jin-hyeok Yes. You are that guy. Sloths attention shifted from Tarachen to Jinhyeok. You know me? No way, how can I not know who he is gnashing his teeth at? Besides, since he took all the saints he got his hands on, all the members of the church know about you. In a word, it means celebrity. Its an honor. Be an idol of fanatics. Isnt it? They say Im famous. I must have misunderstood Doori, not idol. Mr. Yooseong No matter how hard you say it, to say your true feelings in front of your face like that Chun Yoo-sung and Teresa also spat out a word at a time. Hmm. Yes. I brought some weakrades with me. So. What are you going to do with only three of us? Surely, you dont think you can win by fighting me, do you? I have no intention of going one-on-one with you. Your abilities are quite annoying. The negligence step itself is a wless inherent ability. It wasnt that there was no way to destroy it, but at least it boasted invincibility within the temple where the Church of the Specters was located. okay. Its the strongest ability. Only one. Unless there is a way to seal that ability in the first ce. Jinhyeok took out a familiar object from his chest. I dont know if you know this? I picked it up because I liked it quite a bit. The Holy Grail of Antichrist. The most important relic that supports the Church of the Specter appeared in front of me. !!! Sloth was so startled that he almost bit his tongue. The scene unfolding right in front of my eyes was shocking enough that all the tiredness and annoyance that had been ingrained to my bonespletely disappeared. When I came out of the temple, I couldnt believe it. I thought it was all to get the Holy Grail. Answer me! How, how on earth did you know that our churchs holy relic is here! No matter how much I think about it, I cant understand it. How did yers and the like find out information that only followers know? Besides, it was hard to believe that he was holding the Holy Grail protected by Guntapers miasma in his hand. As a saint, its something I cant even dare to do. I dont know if the archangel ss belonging to Eden moved directly. It was an impossible area with simple divine power. I know you have a lot of questions. Isnt that whats important right now? Jinhyeok secretly held the Holy Grail up to head height. and. Took! The Holy Grail began its free fall in midair. Oh, no! Fortunately, the cries of indolence did notst long. Just before reaching the floor, Jinhyeok used cial molding to safely receive the Holy Grail. Oops. This one is a bit heavier than it looks. Heh. Heo-eok. Heck. Our holy relic! Wicked cultists dare. What do you mean by this! Stop, stop! Quaaaaaa! You demon! The fanatics who were heated up in the battle with the Orcs sobbed. Seeing their hands and feet trembling with tears running down their noses, for some reason, it felt like my peripheral nerves were burning up. Its thrilling. Of course, the most exciting thing is when you step on something that other people value the most. Jinhyeok hummed and put his finger in the ring of the Holy Grail and turned it round and round . It means that the holy relic is old and its durability is weak. If you turn it like that! Miss it. One of the red ornaments embedded in the Holy Grail could not withstand the shock and was shattered. Ahsorry. Chapter 377 Chapter 377. Floor Warfare (2) A short distance away, Tarachen and the orcs of the ck Hills were watching Jinhyeoks actions nkly. Is this how we said we would stab the opponent in the back if we bought time? He didnt tell me the details of the operation, but he said that he would prepare a secret n to overthrow it at once even if the war situation was unfavorable. Hes really scary. Tarachen swallowed dry saliva. I wasnt sure when I first proposed this war. Seeing what Jinhyeok was doing right in front of his eyes, his doubts gradually disappeared. thats not human Something covered in human skin. And that devil-like monster was repeating lifting and dropping the holy relics of a church even at this moment. Im really sorry. This is 100% my mistake. Can you take a look at it? What kind of bullshit is a guy who has alreadymitted the crime of tearing to death talking so eloquently! Knowing how important that is to us! Huh? Was it such a serious mistake to break an ornament? To the extent that you couldnt ept it even if you said you were sorry? Are you saying that! Sloth had a blood clot in his neck. I can assure you that since I took charge of sloth among the seven deadly sins, I have never shown my emotions more intensely than now. Even if he hadnt signed a contract with Guntafer, he felt that it was an emotion. Really? Apologizing is useless, right? Then, you can just burn it down. Jinhyeok brought the primitive me right in front of the Holy Grail. Roaring! The mes burning fiercely seemed to devour the Holy Grail at any moment. Wait, wait! Calm down! The devils god! We must stop the author now! Fanatics gathered around Jinhyeok Ururu. But its already toote. The rising me has already reached the Holy Grail. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! Keeeeeeeee! As if expressing the pain of burning as it is. A terrible scream echoed from the Holy Grail. [The Holy Grail of the Antichrist is being damaged!] [The stats of all residents belonging to the Church of Specters are reduced by 10%!] [The Pandemonium god Guntaper is very angry.] [ Cancer Favorability decreases from attribute-type deities.] Red status windows that appear one after another. The roaring Holy Grail emitted more dazzling light than ever before. All right now! Turn off the lights! It didnt take long for all the believers to panic. Sloth is also embarrassed by the sudden change. Because of this, the almost invincible step of negligence also greatly weakened its power. now! Yoosung! Yes, I know! Ill go! At Jinhyeoks signal, Chun Yuseong and Teresa flew in one direction. fast. concisely. The surprise attack, which made use of the shortest distance, created a spectacr effect as much as its advantage. [Trait Song of the Sword is activated!] [Trait Blessing of the Stars is activated!] Different abilities. However, I knew how to use it to create synergy thanks to how many times I had alreadybined it. To the swordsman of Cheon Yoo-seong. Theresas light permeates. [The two souls of the sword and body unite are blooming! ] Aaaaaaa! Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! Dozens of believers bodies were cut off with a single sword. It is said that it splits Taesan. And take advantage of the gap the two created. Jinhyeok moved in earnest. You bastard! Feeling a sense of crisis, Sloth activated his ability again. The gray haze grew thicker as the steps moved. However, Jinhyeok was one step faster than the ability to fully activate. Quaang! Sloth, who was hit directly by Jinhyeoks leg, rolled on the ground. Keuuk? A terrible pain shook his stomach. A life that has always been ustomed to giving pain. When was thest time you felt pain? But the embarrassing moment ends here. How dare you put your dirty feet on my body. petrification. A moment ago, the ability to turn an orc into stone was activated. Me, my body? An earthquake urred in Jinhyeoks pupils. This is because the petrification, which started to turn into stone at the tip of the toe, spread to the calf in no time. Please, no. I cant do this. Jinhyuk struggled with his whole body. Ha ha ha! You fool! If you had watched the battle carefully, you could have avoided dying so pointlessly! All of this is the price you pay for making fun of the Seven Deadly Sins. Did you know how to say? Jinhyeok, who had been doing all kinds of acting, suddenlyughed. [Inherent ability Nihilism is activated!] Nietzsches unique ability to seal all abilities and skills. The previous kick in the abdomen wasnt just for a blow. The point where magical energy gathers. In other words, the purpose was to shake the blood. Nihilisms proficiency was still insufficient, so it could notpletely suppress the opponents ability by itself, but when used with blood, it could make up for the shoring. of course. The petrification was released on the way? How is that possible? For the sloth who did not know that fact, all of this was embarrassing. Because this was the first time the ability didnt activate properly. Oriental Mysteries Shall we call it? Jinhyuk shrugged. As I learned various things about blood from my master, I naturally came to know many things about my body. Where should I hit to be more effective? Which blood vessels hinder and assist the flow of qi? etc. Thanks to this, the situation was prepared to fight without worrying about the steps of negligence. I have to see the match while the blood is suppressed. Normally, it would take half a day, but for a sloth-like monster, 15 minutes would be the limit at most. 15 minutes. Its time to decide the oue of this battle. Whoa Jinhyuk calmed down. Originally, a formidable enemy that you would encounter only when you reached the upper levels. No matter how much he was under the restrictions of subservience, it did not mean that he was inferior. strong. If you were to define the Seven Deadly Sins, that one word would have been enough. If thats the case [The unique ability All Worlds will be activated.] This side must also deal with things that are suitable for it. Along Jinhyeoks body, memories and abilities of colleagues with whom he has a high bond came to mind. [You have selected the ability of the ancient species ??? (Sweet Potato).] Kukukukukuku! At that moment, a huge wave radiated along Jinhyeoks body. Peer. The power that only dragons can use has swallowed up the whole area. Jeezerit! A bloody pressure feeling transmitted to the skin. The peer that acts on the mental system can make quite a few targets unable to lift a finger. To bloom even though youre not even a dragon. What the hell what are you guys! Im a dragon. Its disappointing. Look at me. I dont have a tail or horns. Are you trying to y with words? Sloth shook off Peers pressure and extended his wand forward. Then, gray colored magic circles were created along the air. That number alone is easily over 30. No matter what your race is, it will be enough if you take it down with overwhelming power. If you thought I had only one ability, it would be a huge mistake. Whoops! What followed was a feast of gray rainparable to carpet bombing. Kuaaa! Kyo, Gyoju! Chwiik! Avoid everyone! If youre around, youll get involved! A wide-area skill that does not discriminate against enemies. As the firepower beyond imagination was concentrated, the temple area began to turn into a mess. Is it that way! Even in the thick smoke, sloth urately found the location of Jinhyeok. It was because he was able to track the subtle flow of mana, not what he could see with his eyes. Kwaaang! Kwam Kwak Kwak Kwam! A gray me exploded in the ce where Jinhyeok was. However, Jinhyeok, who moves in short distances through Shadow Kill, also did not easily respond to Sloths attack. Youre so good at running away! Escape? It was then that Jinhyeok grabbed Sloths back. Im sure youre misunderstanding something, but shadow y is not an escape or evasion technique. Its a skill to catch the enemy off guard at the perfect timing and suffocate them. The shadow and the shadow interlocked, creating a blind spot in the vision. hooked! The dagger, which was red hot due to the grave of swords, pierced the nape of Sloths neck. A long stream of blood spurted out with an eerie destructive sound. Kwaaaak! However, even after receiving a fatal wound that would normally cause instant death, Sloth still moved briskly. The peculiar negligence had the effect of avoiding even death. Its really tough. Should I have just cut my throat instead of stabbing you? Jinhyuk clicked his tongue. Yeah. Try to rx once more. Id like to decline if its a losersint, but its boring because its so boring that I can fall asleep. Hehe No, I didnt mean to say anything like that. Just like you prepared your trump card. Our great Demon King has prepared some countermeasures in preparation for this situation. Sloths mouth twitched. Then, ck liquid dripped down between his sharp teeth. Soon, he drew a huge rectangle in the air. What else does that mean? It doesnt mean much. Its just that while youre here like this, the ce you love is going to be a sea of fire. What can be seen through the rectangr ck box is the fortress of the giants. It was the base that Jinhyeok had. Kwaaang! A huge explosion urred in the giants citadel. A holy being with power beyond recognition swung a sword bigger than his own body. Kizakiel. Edens battle leader, who was grinding his teeth to find the crown of defeat set out directly to achieve that goal. In addition, Edensbatants who follow him are also hard to count. This, it would be quite troublesome if it became known that the demon world was holding hands with Eden, right? Weve only been together for a while because our interests are right. That guy is just a piece of chess. The Demon King said that he had to be prepared to hunt a loach like you I was dubious at first, but now I understand the deeper meaning. As long as Kizakiel came out himself. Medium-sized strongholds will disappear without leaving a trace. In order to prevent that, Jinhyeok would have to go back to the base right now. However, if you rush while dealing with me, your life will be in danger. Its like having to fight with huge shackles. ruler. What are you going to do now? Humans who are cornered are usually shaking hands in excitement or putting everything down in resignation. of course. Jinhyeok did not fall under either of those two cases. I also I expected that you guys would be aiming for the base. The base is the source of its power. Of course, I have no intention of giving up such a ce easily. So, Ive ced reliable colleagues. Whoa Short, bobbed red eyes dyed white. [Special ability Nine-tailed Fox C Fox Fire y begins.] Nine tails sprouted along Andreas back. This is the Masters order. From now on, we will repel all intruders. T-Bone, riding a ghost warhorse, stepped out of the gate. They were followed by ancient soldiers riding ghost warhorses. Mooogiii! Kyao! To think that I, one of the Four Gods, only had to do a defense battle Im sure the rest of them would hold their belly button andugh. Sweet Potatoes, Havelians, and Soft Hooded Cranes also greeted the enemies from the top of the citadel. It is now the prelude to a full-scale floor war. ruler. What are you really going to do now? Jinhyeok raised a topic. Chapter 378 Chapter 378. Floor Warfare (3) The n was perfect. It was because I was nning to overturn everything after designing and making the opponent believe that he had an advantage. Watching the rear end turn into a mess, and thinking about seeing Jinhyeok slowly crumbling, my heart would pound. but. That hope was shattered at this moment. So did you have such a strong power? I cant believe it. Because the beings guarding the fortress of the giants were not pushed in the slightestpared to the huge forces on the 20th floor. In addition, phantom beasts, divine beasts, and even dragons. High-ranking races corresponding to the boss level of eachbyrinth or ruins were crowded. Kyaoooooo! As the sweet potatos breath erupted, a white beam of light pierced the air. Firepower beyond imagination. Its not a level that can be ignored just because its a small baby dragon. Aaaagh! Pi, avoid! The gathered angels hurriedly raised their mana. [Sanctuary development Solomons barrier is activated!] A white wall appeared around the angels. The strongest defense skill withyers of divine power. With this, you can block a hatchling-level breath Quaaaaang! The walls were shattered and all the angels behind them evaporated. More than fifty angels turned to dust and disappeared at once. Its not just a dragon. There is no way that an ordinary dragon would have such a powerful breath. However, it also did not make sense to assume that one of the first dragons belonging to the 46th floor was here. It is because they thoroughly moved only for their own benefit. Then Who the hell is that dragon in front of me? There was no time left for them to consider the answer. Coming again from above! The hooded crane, the blue dragon that controls the weather, moved. Due to the nature of angels flying freely, air-to-ground ability acts as a great weapon, but the hooded crane had the power to eliminate that advantage itself. Yes, even if that stupid albino tiger and sloth tortoise try to tell their offspringter, itll save face if theyve dealt with at least some angels. At least they didnt fight small pikes. The Hooded Cranes tried to hypnotize themselves. The fact that he obeyed Jinhyeok as one of the lofty Sashinju kept bothering him. [The Soft Hooded Crane activates Weather Change!] Shoot Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa! The sky opened and a downpour poured in. Kyu, I cant bnce Give up the air and everyonee down to the ground! If were in the sky, we might collide with each other! Dark clouds and thunderstorms blocked the view, and the angels panicked. And take advantage of that confusion. Dalgrak! T-Bones ghost warhorse burrowed into the middle of enemy lines. The aura de raised with terrifying momentum hit the front of the angel who had justnded on the ground. Kwaaang! A blow that carried the horses weight and speed as it is. An angel of enormous size managed to stop the ghost steed using a shield. Kueug! I heard that the cursed undead dont obey humans. Why are you risking your life to protect this ce! At the angels words, T-Bones eyes grew even darker. Our Master is not an ordinary human. and. I will not tolerate anyone who judges Master carelessly. Even if you swear, only the shareholders belonging to the deceased corporation can do it. I was usually scolded and beaten and did all kinds of very. Only those who shed blood, sweat and tears can get a say! [T-Bone activates Broken de!] Pachichichik! I wondered if rust was on the de, but it soon began to turn ck. Broken de. It is a skill that allows you to corrode your own weapons and gain extreme attack power. Kwaaang! Again, swords and swords crossed. in a fierce battle. Lastly. Andrea and Kizakiel, who were in Gumihohwa, faced each other head on. You Im sure its the boss monster downstairs, right? Yes. Thats right. Im Andrea, who is in charge of the mental ward. Its absurd. Now, even the boss monsters are on the yers side. Is that wrong? Thats a question! A person in charge of one level of the tower only obeys the climbers climbing the tower. Do you think thats the right thing to do? You dont have any pride or self-esteem! Yeah. Theres no such thing. I was supposed to be dead in the first ce. Used and discarded. In the end, it is an essory that must be sacrificed as a sacrifice. That was the fate that was destined for Andrea. I dont mind being bossy or proud. I can throw away any number of trivial things like that. The nine tails moved smoothly. foxfire game. Abination of magic-type abilities and phantom-type effects at the same time was a very difficult type to deal with. In particr, due to the nature of the fox, it was not easy to catch the victory because it was flexible and capable of fast movement. But hard to catch is just that its a little tricky. No matter how raw meat is, even a gumiho cannotpete with Kizakiel. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! The sword cut through the air. Oops! Andreas body bounced about 10 meters away. The sword wind alone forces absurd physical force. This is the battlemander who leads the battle angels. Its Kizakiel. Just because you got a little special ability, to stand against Eden who rules the heavens. Ill make you pay the price for that arrogance. But just then There are quite a few gaps. Something came out from between Kizakiels shadows. It was Wolyeong, who was hiding in the shadows and looking for a break in breathing. hooked! The sword that prated the armor cut through Kizakiels flesh. ! In the meantime, I quickly turned around and minimized the damage, but blood flowed from Kizakiels body for the first time. A red line was drawn on the white armor. You will pay the price for recklessly stepping into the ce where your master is. How to melt into a ck shadow and reveal it only when needed. Sseuseuk. Dozens of shadows rose from the shadows. All of them were elite members of the Shade Corps. Hit it. Johnny. The masked people drew their swords in unison. You dont have to worry about the rear now. Jinhyuk shrugged his shoulders. I was relieved thanks to my colleagues who reliably guarded the base. Sloth waved his hand. The mirror that showed the fortress of giants across dimensions disappeared as it was. Why? You dont want to see me anymore? Theres no need for that. Itll be meaningless anyway. Kizakiel cannot fight for long. The present exiled from Eden. It was because there was a risk that the rest of the angels would intervene if it was dragged into a long battle. In other words. The n haspletely failed. The rearguard battle ispletely my defeat. To be honest, I didnt think I would have prepared this far. Surprisingly, they gave up quickly. I wish they gave up their lives so soon So that we dont have to put in unnecessary effort. Now that I have sealed my abilities by controlling nihilism and blood. I dont even need to say which side the goddess of victory is smiling at. Swoop. Jinhyuk stretched Barnard forward. Whoa! Dark red sword steel perfectly wrapped around the sword body. but. Sorry, but Im not the type to be proud of myself or risk my life for useless things. its bothering. Or you dont want to take the risk. Sloth deliberately gave up trying to cross the dangerous bridge. Youre going to run away even though there are so many men left? There are still quite a few believers left. But, if the detached corps you prepared are put in, wont a hole be pierced at once? Sloths gaze turned to the right. Beyond the wide-spreading forest, a faint scent ofnd came riding the wind. They ambush the trolls. They chose only strong ones, unlike those belonging to the loweryers. Thats right. Now that I look at it, the nose is also Gaeko. I intentionally ced it as far away as possible, but I cant believe you even noticed that. Jinhyuk let out a small exmation. The second hidden card prepared for perfect perfection. The trolls of the Caracal and Frostde tribes were waiting, apanied by the Dire Wolves. At the moment when the bnce was tight, I was going to make a surprise attack on the side and decide the game at once. That foxy bastard would have noticed that. If he decided to run away openly, he would have prepared a means to escape. There is no way to stop them if they spread space movement magic using the followers as shields. For now, that is. Its finally time to use you. Stop him while Im away from here. Kreurreu . A strange looking Death Knight appeared in front of sloth. As if it had just been made, the undead, who had notpletely shed their human skin, pulled out a sword from their waist. Sreung! That guy Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. there is no way you dont know The whole body was covered in ck armor, but the face was clearly exposed. Paydon. He is the traitor who served as the engineering leader of this alliance raid. He struggled to live like that, and his words were quite devastating. Because he could neither die nor live, he had to live a life where he had to obey the orders of sloth forever. This guy is an object made with great care because he likes the material. Rare Pandemonium by-products and high-end equipment were generously invested. There. [Sloth activates Lv35 Magical Inheritance!] A special skill that distributes the casters magical power to the target. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Kuaaa! Faydon, infused with sloths magic, roared wildly. A terrifying mana emanated from his body. Its a natural story. Because Faydens body now has the power of indolence. Kill kill. Everything everything. Faydon raised his sword high with both hands. Then, lets leave today. Next time, though its annoying, Ill prepare a little more. Sloth turned his back without regret and activated the space movement magic. Gray runes embroidered the air in a dizzying manner. okay. Youd think you could safely get away with this. [Trait ability Blood Explosion is activated!] The distance between Sloth and Faydon is only a few meters. The droplets of blood in Faydons body expanded rapidly. I was expecting that if I was cornered, I would run away with Faydon behind me. To make it a little more certain, the magic session will also be used. What does that mean? An earthquake urred in Sloths pupil . It was no exaggeration to say that the dogs were almost simultaneous. Quaaaaang! That moment is enough. Quaaaa! The space movement magic was canceled, and Sloths upper body was swept away by the explosion. It was so close and there was no defense posture. The result was even more lethal . But Rather than finish him off here . Jinhyeok grabbed Barnard from right above Sloth. Chapter 379 Chapter 379. Perfect Victory (1) Whoops! [The 5-star barrier Mirages Cliff is activated!] Instead of suffocating with a knife, Jinhyeok put a barrier around him that distorts his vision. What, what are you doing? This? Sloth could not hide his embarrassment at the unexpected situation. Stay still. Im trying to have a quick conversation. Conversation? Between you and me? Even if our rtionship is like this now, cant it be improved in the future? Jinhyuk shrugged. What do you want to say? Being loyal to Guntafer. I know its not really from the bottom of my heart. It couldnt be helped. I was forced into a pact of servitude. Sloth kept his mouth shut. Again, it hit me right in the middle. What you want is not to be freed from those constraints and rx forever. A life where you are not bound by anyone and do nothing. If you make a deal with me, Ill guarantee that. this is sure to work Sloth wanted rest more than anything else. This bait had to be eaten. You mean thats possible? The opponent is one of the Demon Lords of the Demon Realm. Ive dealt with you myself, so you know? If its me, I can defeat the demon king. Its absurd. Discussing a battle with an immortal in a mortal body Originally, it wasnt even worth listening to. Because there was such a thing as bluff and goodness. but. I dont think I have a choice anyway. die or believe If there were only two to choose from, the answer was fixed. Roaring! Jinhyeok activated the Stigma of Marriage. A dazzling spark rose at the fingertips, and a new contract of submission was made, engraved in the soul. As you know, I cannot disobey Guntaper. It means that I cannot stand on your side in the future battle with the demon king. I know. A contract with a higher deity will have much stronger restrictions. What I want is inside information. How hes going to move and what ns he has. If theres any news, let me know right away. If thats the case, it wont be too much. The same goes for the remaining Seven Deadly Sins. In particr, skip everything about jealousy. Although the six Seven Deadly Sins living in the upper levels did not have the restriction of obedience to Guntaper like Sloth. We were building a cooperative rtionship due to mutual interests. This means that all obstacles must be removed. Among them, Jealousy, which has the most demanding ability, was the target of attention. It was because he was more difficult than most heroes and deities. Okay. Ill do that. As Sloth nodded, the Church of Specters dered surrender. With this one of the giant forces on the 20th floor copsed. at the same time. [A new gigantic force appears on the 20th floor!] [The attack conditions have been achieved!] A status message indicating a new start appeared. The upper part of the tower called Storm Hill. In a cave lined with gigantic statues of dragons, torches burned all at once. Roaring! As the darkness lifted, a small goblin started walking down the aisle. Things are going more interesting than I thought. No way, I didnt expect to be able to prate the outer shell of the citadel. Hastings murmured to himself. Then, as if waiting, a new voice intervened in the shadows. Thats right. Honestly, I thought the winged ones would do better than that, but it was blocked too neatly. A short dress with short hair. The first dragon, Tamia. He is the absolute leader of the Red Dragon n. As Kizakiel, who is being chased, it would have been like having to fight with one ankle wrapped in shackles. Finally, Exension, one of the vampires family heads, added a word. Whoops. Still, I gained a lot. I was able to get a glimpse of the opponents strength and defense tactics in advance. It was a very useful chess piece to use for testing. that buck end with that. Hastings footsteps stopped. Youve arrived. This is. Is it a must-see? Thats right. Now, lets take a look. Hastings pointed at one end with his finger. At the end of the stone statues, there was an unusuallyrge bone tinged with white. [Bone of the ancient dragon ???] This is Exensions eyes narrowed. Even though they were vampires who had no contact with dragons, there was no way that the head of the household would not know about ancient dragons. One of the strongest creatures that exist in the Tower. Because the race that could pose a threat even to the beings on the 50th floor was the Ancient Dragon. Hey. Our manager. Why did you even ask us from the corner like this? Did you hide something like this? Ho-oh. Looking at the skeleton and the remaining magical reverberation, it looks like a blood rtive of the Destruction Dragon? Tamia also examined the bones with interest. As expected, Tamia-sama recognizes it right away. Of course I know. Lets see Destia. Yes, I am his blood rtive. Isnt Destia the dragon that lives on the 48th floor? Thats right. The guy who was our own kind got some love from the superiors through dirty water. Thanks to that, he was given the undeserved title of Destruction Dragon. Tamia ponders the past. He tasted bitterly. A title that only ancient dragons could obtain. Although it was notparable to the most heterogeneous and out-of-standard Gongheo Dragon, the Destruction Dragon was also a monster residing on the top floor of the tower. And one of the corpses of the ancient dragon that had the blood of such a monster was in our hands. This is really interesting. So, Manager, what are you going to do with this body? There are a lot of methods avable. Hastings lips curled up. Using the data and the strongest by-products that have been piled up one by one. This time, I must kill that damn yer and regain the trust of the 50th floor. That was the only way he could keep the bnce of the tower as a senior manager. Attack on the 20th floor. By defeating the greatest force, Jinhyeok conquered anotheryer. In particr, as the betrayal of Faydon, the head of thebined engineering team, and the activities of the Goinmul Corporation, which saved everyone even in the worst situation, were revealed in detail, the outside of the tower cheered for another myth. -Mint Choco Pizza: As expected, Jinhyeok and Goinmul Corporation are as reliable as rice soup. Turn it off! C Enrizs faithful servant No. 1: But is it true that he threw away all the members of the engineering team to live alone after recklessly attacking the tower? He said hes a Phaedon or something? -Ripple 4600th floor: It was a yer with a high reputation, but I really dont understand. -You are already dead: You must have gambled to get riches and honor because there are so many resources in the tower. The results were rather worse. -The ant is tundun: Because of this incident, evenrge guilds said they were withdrawing from attacking the tower. The rankers seem to be taking a lot of damage. C No matter how much ginger you dig, garlic: Well, there are so many deaths. Newly awakened yers may stillck experience. -S2LillpeS2: Its actually impossible to attack the upperyer unless its Jinhyeok hahaha. T _ T _ T _ T There is a ss even in arge guild. It is a huge wall that can never be crossed. Most viewers now sympathize with that fact. Because of this, the stock price of the deceased corporation had no choice but to skyrocket. Its like everything went the way I wanted. Jinhyuk nodded in satisfaction. One of the things I had nned since I first entered the Tower of Trials. It is to grab viewers and stand in a unique position. I like the fact that I can use editing to cut out the important scenes and manipte only the ones to my advantage. With this, not only dominating the coin, but also being confidently recognized as a force when attacking the upper echelons. [The Citadel of the Giants currently upied by the Goinmul Corporation is a mediumrge base.] Hmm. Before I go to the 35th floor, I have to at least finish the promotion to arge base Now the speed is by no means slow. To put it bluntly, it had thergest base among the forces created in recent years. However, for a more stable attack, it was necessary to exert more effort. It was then. What are you doing? Are youughing all alone? Elise, who was next to her, tilted her head. At this time, the banquet held by the Empire was about to begin. Jinhyeok, who was smiling at the empty space alone, looked strange. Its nothing special. It just feels good. Hmm. Could it be that its because of my clothes? Huh? How is it? Do you think its okay? As if showing off her figure, Ellis spun around in ce. It is a dress that retains its splendid yet noble beauty. The treasure of the ancient empire with 100% charm effect really shined by itself. In addition, when the colorful and expensive jewels Alice specially prepared for this banquet werebined, the beauty of Gungye Ilhak was revealed without filtering. Gossips gossips! In fact, countless nobles around them blushed when they saw Elise. Well, its always just trouble. This guys original version isnt bad. Theres Teresa, Andrea, and Frey. All of the members of the Goinmul Corporation boasted outstanding beauty. Of course, the men also drew everyones attention. Cheon Yoo-seong, who is talking to Ebraham, and Wol-young, who has yet to take off his youthful appearance with an exotic appearance, were a big topic just by standing still. I didnt even need to talk about the funeral and the darkness. Stupid contractor! Is it because of my clothes! When Jinhyeok didnt respond, Alice screamed. However, Jinhyeoks interest had already moved to a faraway ce. Among the crowds. There was a mixture of disparate spirits. It was so faint that I almost missed it, but it was an energy that I was sure to know. Wait a minute, lets eat cake here. Stop talking like cake! Look at me! Heres your favorite strawberry cake, too. Come on. Strawberries are dog ugh. ugh! The wholerge cake was stuffed into Alices mouth. Taking advantage of that gap, Jinhyeok walked through the crowd to the terrace of the grand banquet hall. A quiet ce bathed in moonlight. It is as if you have entered a world cut off from the noisy interior. And there were two men of different sizes standing there. You should be running around by now, so how did you get here? Please dont make ridiculous excuses like you came here to enjoy a banquet. Jinhyeok opened his mouth first. Ohh. I hid this to hide the presence in my own way, but it was caught so quickly? Its probably because your disguise is so clumsy. But its true that youre quick-witted. As expected, everyone is like a yer who is eager to recruit them. His slim body in contrast to his huge muscle mass. The shell he wears on the outside is different, but he cant fool even the core inside. Thor and Loki . To be precise to meet me. Jinhyeoks eyes narrowed. I guessed the reason why he came here but he said that he came at this timing for another reason . Chapter 380 Episode 380. Perfect Victory (2) While Jinhyeok was attacking the 20th floor, the war with Ragnarok and Olympus was almosting to an end. A one-sided victory for the Olympus side. Although they struggled in Jotunheim, as a result, the direction of the match was already decided. I heard that all areas except Yggdrasil have been captured. Oh, did the news reach the yers already? Hahaha. This is embarrassing. Since I have some connections, information tends toe in quickly. To be precise, I was memorizing all the numbers of cases when ying in the past. Theres no need to tell Loki or Thor about it. Then, the conversation will be fast. As you said, our situation is not very good. Fortunately, thanks to the unique geography, we are protecting Yggdrasil, but even that wontst long. If Yggdrasil, the foundation of Ragnarok, is lost, it is the end. It wouldnt be an exaggeration to say that the world tree symbolizing a myth was Ragnarok itself. So, what do you want from me? Ive heard about the activities of the forces you lead. To be honest, theyre so strong that its hard to believe theyre human. I knew it. Are you asking for help? But no matter how strong the Old Man Corporation is, you probably know that its not strong enough to stand up to Olympus main force. As if guessing Jinhyeoks thoughts, Loki quickly added a word. Ah! Of course, Im not asking for anything outrageous. In fact, what were asking for is asking for one specific item. You want materials to protect Yggdrasil. Two of the three that are the foundation of the confrontation system can be obtained somehow from the Ragnarok side, so whats left is the spring water of the sun. !? Loki suddenly became a mute after eating honey. It was because he never imagined that the ending of the conversation could be predicted with just that clue. Haha! This is a good shot. Yes. You are right. Our only hope is to protect Yggdrasil. But, there are a few things we need to protect the World Tree from Olympus vicious attack. . In ce of Loki, who was standing in a daze, a tall man next to him stepped out. Thor. Indeed, just facing them makes me feel out of breath and stuffy. Even though he hides his mana to the extreme, its this much. I wondered how strong thepletely freed body would be. This is because in the past, Thor, the great hero of Ragnarok, was killed by the Demon World before he could even fight properly. That was a bit disappointing. Unlike Hercules, Thor hasnt even bumped into him a few times. This was one of the few things I regretted while climbing the tower. Then what if it was me now? Jinhyuks fingers twitched. At this point, less than three years have passed since entering the tower. Originally, a battle with a godhead was a taboo that had to be avoided at all costs. But why? The thought of hopelessness did not lift the nail. Worth a try. Even if the opponent was the toughest high-level deity. Hey, keep the cutting edge in moderation. I know were asking for an unreasonable favor, but theres no such thing as too hostile, right? Im not asking for help bare-mouthed. Weve prepared our own, too. Something youll like. The two gods, who misunderstood Jinhyeoks murder in a different way, rushed to the main point. Loki carefully pulled out a white leaf from his bosom. This? An earthquake urred in Jinhyeoks pupils. I expected to give an unusual reward, but I never imagined that I would offer this. Yggdrasils leaf. Haha Theres really nothing I dont know. Only then will there be no need to exin. Loki and Thor now reacted in amazement beyond surprise. It was because only a few of the deities belonging to Ragnarok had seen the leaves of Yggdrasil. So, what are you going to do? If youre the one with the crown, you know how valuable Yggdrasils leaves are. The Crown of Paedo is one of the top-notch artifacts that exist in the tower, but it had the disadvantage of being difficult to handle. Usually, it was made for use by monsters with levels over 500 or who have the body of an infinite body, so of course the requirements are enormous. However, as long as you process Yggdrasils leaves well Ill be able to adjust my magic enough to handle it with my current level. This condition is quite attractive. Its good enough to say that its more than expected. How long can I do it? The deal was done. I also decided where to go next. What is this? When I returned to the ball, there were quite a few things unfolding. Cuckoo Cuckoo! A chandelier shaking violently. The warm and inviting prom no longer exists. Are you here now? Please, take care of the aftermath. Chun Youseong clicked his tongue and greeted me first. What are you talking about? I know when I see it. When I see it What the hell are you looking for? Jinhyeoks gaze turned to the ballroom. OK. The foolish saintess looks a bit tired today. Did she grow old in just one day after praying all day long? Oh my gosh. Did you know that a kid who has lived for thousands of years can do just fine by wearing shy clothes? The clothes are loose, so I thought they were moms clothes. do you want to die? You will live a long time. The members of the Goinmul Corporation, who are engaged in a tremendous war of nerves, caught my eye. Alice and Teresa raised their voices. We didnt just lift each others swords. Im inclined to stab with words. When did Teresa go ck like that again It was when Jinhyeok sighed. Hehe. Jinhyeok-nim. Pleasee this way for a moment. Andrea, smiling brightly, approached Jinhyeok. The eyes are smiling, but the atmosphere is strong. as if to prove it. Shuk. Swoop Arge number of people approached Jinhyeok. Believers in the 5th floor psychiatric ward. To be precise, they were Andreas limbs. Now, what are you doing Andrea? Well, theres an event to dance in front of the emperor at a ball a littleter. I think I will remember hearing that such an event will be held. So what does that have to do with this? Kyaa. Pretending not to know! Andrea covered her face with both hands as if she was ashamed. at the same time. Sreung! Chunk! Various weapons protruded from the arms of the followers. I definitely want to dance with Jinhyeok-nim no matter what. creepy Cold sweat ran down Jinhyuks back. This is dangerous. Yoosungah? Didnt I tell you? You should do all the cleaning yourself. I dont know. Chun Yoo-seong turned his gaze away with a single knife. shit. fault. Jinhyeok left his seat and ran along the side corridor of the terrace. You wont miss it! Andrea and her followers started chasing after her. How long has it been since you were chased by believers like that? It was none other than Frey who saved Jinhyeok from being cornered. Kwak Kwa Kwak! He used a javelin to break down the wall and disrupt the line of sight. Thank you, Frey. Thanks to you, Im saved Huh? Frey looked up at Jinhyeok with an expressionless face. I wondered where I got it, but the blue dress looked particrly good with the blue hair. the problem is. What is dancing? The point is that Frey, who had no doubt that he would get him out of this hell, was not on the same side. Its a kind of social activity, but its a useless action that doesnt help at all in battle. Ive never done it, I dont know. Frey tilted her head. but. I think you should try it at least once to umte data. The probability is 100%. It was caught firmly wrong. Were you hiding here? Silly contractor! If I cant get my hands on it, Id rather cut it off. Whats more, when Elise and Teresa joined the battle afterwards, the situation turned even more hellish. About 1 hourter. The scramble, reminiscent of a war, was over. To be precise, it became a scramble with only wounds, with no winners or losers. Because of Jin-hyeok, who had disappeared into the crowd, Alice, Teresa, Frey, and Andrea nkly watched the dance, the highlight of the ball. The sight of good men and women dancing in pairs made a part of my heart ache. Whoa. Alice sighed deeply. Exactly, I wanted to be with Jinhyeok in there. No matter how hard you try, the world doesnt go back as you want. Im going to search some more. What about the foolish saint? Well, Im going to stay here a little longer. You give up quickly. Do whatever you want. Theresa, who was left alone, sat down on the steps as Elise left. Right then. Chun Yuseong reached out his hand to Teresa without saying a word. Huh. Did youe tofort me? Ive been taught that a woman who is sad is not to be left alone. Really hes a no-nonsense guy. Teresaughed and rose from her seat. Still, I should give this Sundingi a chance to dance like this. Otherwise, Ill suffer alone for the rest of my life. [Teresa cancels Corruption.] Mr. Yoosung? Theresas eyes widened. Ah that ah This way. Chun Youseong led Teresa to the middle of the stage. Soon, the two danced with an elegant tune. Did you barely get away with it? Jinhyeok, hiding among the people, let out a long sigh. I didnt notice it because I was just running away, but all of a sudden, a lot of people around me were dancing to the song. Ill just have to hide and get out of the ballroom. After all, if you make up your mind and run away, no one will catch the rotten water. But just then Chuck! Our student doesnt seem very popr. Seeing him standing alone here alone. Dark Emperors voice rang out from behind. No, its not how Master is here. Not popr. What does that mean? Dont worry. Doesnt this teacher exist? Dark Emperor grabbed Jinhyeoks wrist with his left arm. It could be said that it was almost simultaneous. His right hand, like a hook, tightly gripped Jinhyeoks waist. S, Master? Take a good look. This is the Heukcheon Paewang Dance that has been passed down from generation to generation in our school! Kwaang! There was a huge wave along the ground. Its not that they didnt, its that they all died. The word to stop came out of Jinhyeoks throat, but it was already toote. Dark emperors dance had begun. Uhhhhh! Kwakwa! Jinhyeoks body rotated so much that he couldnt see it at the rotation like a storm. Would it be like this if the merry-go-round was turned at 100x speed? The marble floor dug out at a terrifying speed . I cant even pick a bone if I get involved! The nobles rushed out of the ballroom. Seeing the pirs copsing like toothpicks, its really worth ten lives. The face of the current emperor crying in the distance and foam I could see Pennheimer biting his tongue and Ebraham smiling as if he was having fun. Even when the rebellion broke out, the imperial pce didnt copse. Hundreds of years of history are on the verge of disappearing into powder. Im dying. Master. I really die! Hold on! This is all training to win womens hearts! Heukcheon Overlords martial arts! 3 seconds! No, Im dying! Chapter 381 Episode 381. Spring of the Sun (1) Tower of Trials The 21st to 29th floors are ruled by two giant powers. Empire and Murim. This means that only yers who have received permission to move the stairs from both factions can cross these stairs and go to the 30th floor. And of course yers who belonged to Jinhyeok and Goinmul Corporation were able to escape from that restriction and cross the stairs freely. Currently, yers belonging to the Titan Guild gathered in a secret underground bunker located in Washington, USA. Whoa Hmm A long sigh continued in the conference room. Lying on a soft chair was a man with a solid build with long blonde hair and an all-back shirt. It was Snyder, the leader of the Titan Guilds tower internal attack team and an S-ss ranker. In addition to that, on the other side of the screen, you could see rankers from Japans Samurai and Chinas new guild Cheonhon, including the Olympus Guild, whose image was severely damaged by the attack on the 20th floor. Everyone was at the meeting to discuss important issues. Snyder broke the heavy atmosphere and opened his mouth. In the end, youre saying that you need permission from yer Kang Jin-hyeok to go up the 20th floor safely. Yes. Each guild also wanted to monopolize the towers various resources and countless talents. faster than anyone else. However, that dream had to be abandoned by the huge power of the Goinmul Corporation. If thats the case the next best thing is to sympathize with that faction and aim for the second-inmand position. Its going to be hard to convince them with anything. If you have the authority to go to the top of the tower, even if you pay billions of dors, it would be a loss. Well, even if its me, I wouldnt share it with anyone. Unless Im an idiot, anyone would do the same. The monopoly of information ismon sense amongmon sense. There was no way that Kang Jin-hyeok, not anyone else, knew about it. Or, how about recognizing the deceased corporation as an equal at the national level? extraterritoriality and full autonomy. In a word, it means to promise the same treatment as the head of a country. Due to their enormous capital and lobbying, the 7 guilds already enjoyed such authority, but Jinhyeok, who was not interested in the power struggle outside the tower, did not pay attention to such matters. Certainly, that might be a little charming. Because I cant stay in the tower forever. Everyone nodded, saying it wasnt a bad suggestion. After fighting in the tower, you have to return to reality and lead a life outside the tower. Its kimchi soup, but in the distant future, there may be a case where all the floors of the tower are attacked. If you think about that time, the conditions that the 7 guilds are now are by no means light. Because it meant that an individual would hold state-level power in his hands. Sounds funny! As soon as I finished talking, someone interrupted. Anger and jealousy ooze from his hardened face. Master of the Gandhara Guild. Nirasha. He is an Indian ranker who gave up everything to be stronger after being defeated by Jinhyeok in the Empire. It seems that Nirasha-san doesnt like it. Of course! Everyone treats that scumbag as if hes nothing, but hes a total swindler! Besides, whats so nice about a guy who only knows how to stab other people in the back? sun. It was Nirasha who was nicknamed the ice witch because she was usually cool and cold. But to be so excited that you dont even use honorifics. It seems that there are a lot of things piled up. I heard that the Indian side lost a lot of rankers, but that must be true. Yang Qian, who has been representing Heavenly Spirit, clicked her tongue. It is foolish to try to ruin the cause due to personal feelings. In fact, how many times has yer Jinhyeok Kang saved us from a crisis? He is a benefactor, not a rival. He is a hero who gave grace. Takeshi, the false prophet of the samurai guild, also defended Jinhyeok. In fact, the biggest reason for holding this meeting was Takeshis future poetry. In the future I saw, there must be yer Kang Jin-hyeok. for the future of mankind. If I had to pick just one person, it would have to be Jinhyeok. Takeshi drew a line representing the samurai. Everyone is right. Just because you feel sorry for your guild, you cannot give up the interests of the whole. The contact with yer Kang Jin-hyeok will proceed as scheduled. Lets see. This decision. You will definitely regret it. Nirasha let out a cold smile. Regret? So, are you saying that siding with them is the way to have no regrets? Snyder asked incredulously. Well, thats it. After a while, youll know. Whos in line wrong? An apostle of bnce. Cheonsei is abination of Hinduism and Vedas created by the great gods of India, including Shiva. and. One of the apostles they finally chose a few days ago was Nirasha. Youre so proud of being chosen by the godhead. Even if you dont be so sarcastic, this job will bepleted sessfully. Even if you dont, Ive prepared at least a trump card. At that, everyones eyes turned to one side. corner of the conference room. A person with a slightly unique atmosphere was sitting there. one in a million If Jinhyeok rejects your offer then you can use this card. Three days had passed since the raid on the 20th floor was over. The request from Ragnarok is to get materials to protect Yggdrasil. Among them, Jinhyeok was in charge of a special item called spring water of the sun. Hmm Jinhyeok, who was walking along the shores of Seokchon Lake, stroked his chin. It was nice to enjoy the holiday outside the tower, but there were many things to think about as soon as I was about to go to a troublesome ce. Im going to have to sort out the attack method while being a bit nervous. The fountain of the sun exists in thebyrinth located on the 23rd floor of the tower, and the key to enter this ce was difficult to obtain. In addition, even if the entry was sessful, the gate guardian guarding the inside of thebyrinth was not damaged unless it was a specific attack pattern. It means Thor or Loki didnt entrust it to me for nothing. In the first ce, the two did not even know the exact location of the Sun Spring. By the way, when will this idiot Chun Yoo-seonge back? Its already been an hour since you said youd only feed the stray cats. I wish I had been eaten by hungry cats . Boooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooong A ck Mercedes-Benz S-ss stopped beside Jinhyeok. Even at a nce, it was a special vehicle that seemed unusual even equipped with bulletproof. rattle! As soon as the door opened, a man with a nice blonde hair appeared. Its a face you know. Because Ive already seen it several times through the media. Snyder of the Titan Guild. An S-ss yer with long-range sniper abilities. smile Snyder, with a worldly soft smile, pulled out a business card from his pocket. Nice to meet you. yer Kang Jin-hyeok, I belong to the American Titan Guild The video of my activities in the Belemos Labyrinth. I enjoyed watching it. The ability to keep the boss monster in check from a distance is really excellent. No, did you see that? Snyder put the business card back with a bewildered face. Because I tend to carefully check the trends of the top rankers. Its such an honor. I never imagined that yer Kang Jin-hyeok would be interested in it. Haha. Why dont you just shrug your shoulders? So whats the big American guild doing all this far away? Thats Snyder looked around. It was so early that there were not many crowds, but there were people jogging from dawn. If you keep talking, you risk being noticed. Even more so if it was Jinhyeok, not someone else. Why dont we move somewhere else and have a conversation? Weve rented out a floor of the hotel. Im sorry, but theres someone waiting. Its going to be hard to leave. I cant help it. Then Ill tell you the main point quickly. Snyder thought for a moment before speaking quickly. Ive heard that the Goinmul Corporation currently has authority over stair movement from the Empire and Murim. I knew it. I thought I would bring the story out. Well, since the 20th floor was breached, it was only a matter of time before contact from arge guild. If you want to pass through the upper levels You probably know that even the seeds wont work for a decent price, right? In any case, did youe with a penny from us? If you give us what you want, well guarantee you a nk check, extraterritorial rights, and a visa that allows you to work freely in any country. Snyder added a sneak peek. If possible it wouldnt be bad to get the citizenship of a powerful country that can contain yer Kang Jin-hyeok. Whether its 1 trillion, 10 trillion, or 100 trillion. Just write it in numbers and submit it, and it will be converted into dors as it is. The other two powers were too privileged for an individual to have. Thats enough to ept it without even thinking about it. however. Its a story for ordinary people. Hmm. Im not interested in money other than coins. And there wont be any forces that can touch me now, so the rest will be the same. To Jinhyeok, all of that felt meaningless. Ha, but! For example, if Imit a criminal act in the United States can they arrest me there? A short, light question. However, the weight of that question was by no means light. Can you subdue the monster in front of you even if you mobilize the power of the Titan Guild? Even if you mobilize not only the Titan Guild, but all rankers from therge guild that gathered three days ago? it wont be easy. The results could not be definitively stated. Kang Jin-hyuk I already know that you are a great yer. There was also a strong rmendation from Mr. Takeshi. but. ording to the official count. The deceased person corporation only consists of about 10 people. Do you really think that only this number will be able to maintain maximum power? You seem to be misunderstanding something Jinhyeok smiled. The reason we have a small number is because we dont need to increase the number. minor elite. If each person has the capacity of hundreds or thousands, there is no reason to inte the size. Snyder shut his mouth tightly at the words that matched the phrase. Chun Yu-seong, the swordsman who everyone is reluctant to fight one-on-one, and Saint Teresa, who saved Amsterdam. There was even a silver-haired ranker called Ellis. All members of the Goinmul Corporation were unmatched. I didnt expect to be naturalized in the United States, but There is no room for negotiation at all. no. Its not over yet. Didnt you prepare a hidden card that could stimte your opponent for a time like this? I cant I didnt want to go this far Snyder nodded at Benz. OK. rattle. The door opened and someone appeared. !!?? Lee Chae passed Jinhyeoks eyes. Because the person Snyder brought was someone who should never have been here. Chapter 382 Episode 382. Spring water of the sun (2) This is amazing. Jinhyeoks eyes narrowed when he saw his opponent. theres no way you wouldnt know How could I not know? A mask with geometric patterns. The appearance of a sleek yet sturdy physique. Above all, the mana flowing from the body is unusual. yer Unknown. To be precise, it is a fake pretending to be unknown. that buck Unknown stood next to Snyder. Recently, there have been few unknown yers. I naturally thought that I would be with yer Kang Jin-hyeok, but I heard that he said he would take action based on some reason. Rumors of discord between Jinhyeok and Unknown were already being mentioned in variousmunications. The two yers, who often built a united front, seemed to be estranged, but as they consistently refused to respond to numerous requests for interviews, of course, the fire was ignited. In particr, the fact that Unknown was not included in the official members of the Goinmul Corporation worked as the biggest reason. Im going to take advantage of that and pretend to be unknown and suck some honey How should I ept this. Jinhyeok smiled bitterly. If youre an opportunist like a serpent, youre an opportunist. If you are stupid, you are infinitely stupid. I dont know about anyone else, but Im sure I know that theres a high chance Ill be able to identify the truth of Unknown. Even so, is he still convinced that Unknown is hiding his identity? Or did he mean that he didnt care if I knew he was faking it? It is true that either way is interesting. So, what was the reason you brought that person here? As you know, Unknown yer is a ranker with numerous achievements. Even the Awakened Association allowed him to attack the tower as an exception. Snyder was arrogant. As if to say that hepletely possesses the Unknown. No matter how much yer Jin-Hyuk Kang, its not easy to attack the upper levels, right? Especially if youre in a position where you have to walk a path youve never been before. Although there was no specific information about the upperyer yet. If you dare to predict, there will be a lot of stairs that are several times more difficult than the middle level. Its okay to say so. It is said that it is impossible to predict what variables will be. However, if you work with us, we will support a morefortable way. higher than now. more stable and faster. It means that we will provide financial and practical support. Certainly not bad. Do you mean you will ept our offer? First, Id like to talk to Mr. Unknown. Lets talkter. Okay. Please dont drag it on for too long. Snyder looked around once more. Then he stepped back for a moment and made a ce for the two of them. ruler. How are you going toe out now? Jinhyeok looked at the opponent directly. Unknown also did not avoid Jinhyeoks gaze. Whoops. An annoying sigh came out. I dont really like mind-blowing psychological warfare or brain fights, so Ill tell you in advance. I have no intention of pretending to be unknown. I put on this mask just to get your attention. said to himself was it thetter? You admit it surprisingly coolly. I thought youde up with a little more excuses. Im the kind of person who doesnt like wasting time. Im not someone I can cheat just because Im determined to cheat. Then, we all know each other. Why dont we take off the mask and have a conversation? Im sorry, but I cant do that. Theres no reason to show your bare face just because youre not unknown. Im sorry, but I didnt ask for it either. Jinhyuks fingers moved. Pachitsutsu! As the mana gathered, barrier and cier shaping were activated at the same time. [The 6-star Sealed Area is activated!] [The cier-shaped Pr Ice Arrow is activated!] The ice powder instantly took shape. Three arrows seemed to sh, and then rushed aiming for Unknowns mask. at close range. It is also a surprise attack specialized in speed. however. Puffer Puck! When the ice arrows were near the mask, all of them were turned into powder and scattered. As youve heard, hes a picky guy, pouring in attacks first and foremost. Not to mention the act of blocking it, I couldnt even detect the sign that the mana was being rearranged. The barrier also disappeared without a trace. What is this monster? You Jinhyeok tried to say something, but Unknown was one step faster. Its a pain in the ass in a lot of ways because of the silent deities going rampant. Olympus and Ragnarok are also a problem, but its annoying that it became a fuse. Ttsk! Anyway, theyre like idiots who live for their pride Ordinary yers cannot speak carelessly about deities. The people I encountered were very few. Even that would be tied to a perfect hierarchical rtionship. Residents you mean? No, I dont know anyone among the residents. A being with such a strange magical power is not even the manager of . It wasnt even more divine. There is only one possibility to infer. Operator Oh, he said he wouldnt bepletely unaware. I dont think its frustrating. A grotesque mouth appeared on Unknowns mask. You can see a creepy red mouth with teeth sticking out between them. Saeyeongeonhwan only revealed himself when his identity was revealed. Are you saying youre different? That friend is a contemtor. He prefers to observe without intervening in the general trend. Im a variable maker. Hmm. How should I describe it? Oh, yes. Id rather say I prefer to sauce some of the existing tedium. One of the viewers who watched the broadcast in the early days. The operator was one of the factors that did not exist in the Tower of Trials in the past. In fact, it was Saeyeongeonhwan who warned of the change on the 50th floor. Then Who is the guy in front of you? Why dont you tell me about your nickname? Its a BJ I used to enjoy, so its okay to know the name of the listener, right? I was rude. As a fan, it wasnt polite. Certainly. Nicknames dont matter. The corner of Unknowns mouth went up gently. Would you remember if I said Eagle Owl? Im proud to say that I watched every broadcast. Of course it remains in memory. Viewers who supported all kinds of food in past broadcasts. I remember trying to feed him so badly that I even walked ck a few times. shit. I never thought I would meet that psycho in real life. No way, Im not going to tell Sol to eat sundaegukbap only in his eyes. But I dont think a manager with a heavy butt is trying to sell me memories, right? The reason I came all the way here is because I want to join this raid. Sun spring water? Yes. There is a reason we must go together. This thing getsplicated. Its absurd that the operator appeared out of nowhere, but the operator asked to go to thebyrinth on the 23rd floor together. What will you do? How do you do it, what do you do? I dont know if this is poison or an apple. The only thing thats certain is its an opportunity to get a little clue about the operators identity and purpose. As long as you dont get in the way, youre always wee. Jinhyeok epted Unknowns proposal. Right then. Im sorry. Chun Yoo-seong, who briefly apologized and approached, tilted his head. He found that there were some strange people next to Jinhyeok. Cheon Yoo-seong yer No way, was it you who yer Kang Jin-hyeok was waiting for? Snyders face contorted. But Snyders misery doesnt end there. Its only just getting started. Ohh. What the hell is this all about? The person Cheon Yoo-seong met on his way was none other than Han Sang-jin. He is the president of the Korea Awakened Association. As much as the scars on his face, his brutal feelings about the current situation were revealed without filtering. Finding out that a foreign agent is targeting Jinhyeok, who can be called Koreas treasure Of course, anger rises. On the other hand. Ah Snyders body trembled with a look of total loss. All in all! In order not to run into South Korean government agents, I secretly entered the country and thoroughly sealed the information. In order not to give an excuse to get caught somehow, we put in manpower and capital that transcends imagination. All those efforts went in vain. This is interesting, Mr. Snyder. Does what youre doing represent the will of the Titan Guild and the Awoken Society of America? This is a misunderstanding. We dont mean that Snyder was unable to respond to Han Sang-jins threatening bluff. No matter how strong the United States was, it was a country that could not bepared to Korea. If the pod was caught in this way, there was a concern that it would provide unfavorable excuses in various ways in future rtionships. There was someone who saved me from such a hopeless situation. Its big! President of the association. Its not like that, there was really a misunderstanding. It was Jinhyeok. A misunderstanding? Yes. Mr. Snyder here said he was giving away everything for free. Very mercifully for the future of mankind. No, no cost!? Snyder took a deep breath. What do you mean? Isnt it? Then, its not a misunderstanding, its really that youre having bad feelings for me Well, thats what it means. Jinhyuks eyes went cold. Im not like that thats what I meant by that Yes, dont stutter and speak slowly. Im listening. If you refute here, you will only be revealing the evidence that you tried to steal talent from another country. However, if you build a stiff bloodline, a catastrophe that bes hostile to Jinhyeok could happen. A dilemma. atst. Youve had a good shot. Just take it all. I lost. Snyder gave up everything and shook his head . There was only about an hour left before going to the floor. Jinhyeok and Chun Yuseong checked their equipment and supplies for thest time before entering the Tower of Ordeal . Isnt Alice going to be with you? That guy will fall out this time. Elise, Belus, and Ophelia. The three ended the conversation by moving separately to contact Eden . Since they attacked my stronghold, Ill be able to use that as an excuse to rip off a piece of it. Even if Kizakiel makes an excuse that he was banished from Eden, its fine if he says its not my part-time job. Eden, which is hung up on clues about the Necronomicon, will have no choice but to act as it wants, at least for the time being. Teresa seems busy in Europe too . And Since the teachers also left to take care of Murims work Then, it means that we must attack thebyrinth together with you without fail. Why. Are you worried about the swordsman of the world? Im nervous! I just meant that you shouldnt be vignt. But isnt it you with a sword? In the past, in Moorim I mean, you won something like a plum swordsman in Hwasan, right? Thats Isnt that what happened when he came down the tower under restrictions? And you know it, but on purpose Chun Yoo-seongs face crumpled, as if his pride had been hurt. Im sorry, Im sorry. I really didnt know. No, I really didnt know? If you wield it outside, you cant even erase the evidence. Seriously. Jinhyeok waved his hands hurriedly. The two of you look happy. Thest member of this raid. approached the two of them. Chapter 383 Episode 383. Spring of the Sun (3) 23rd floor of the Tower of Trials. This stairway under the protection of the Empire is quite peaceful even inside the towers 50th floor. This was because the Imperial Knights had already organized a considerable number of dungeons andbyrinths. However, there were ces where even some imperial knights couldnt use their hands, and one of them was the Valley of Eternity where the spring of the sun flowed. A gigantic scale of about 300 km. This ce with 7kes was a huge ecosystem inhabited by numerous monsters. Its no exaggeration to say that this valley itself is abyrinth. Jinhyuk carefully looked around. Kreureu Gra! ck borers with 3m tusks could be seen moving in groups. It is extremely aggressive and packs, making it an extremely difficult species to hunt. Are you going to just pass by? Chun Youseong fiddled with the handle of the sword. In any case, this guy seems to lose his temper when he cuts off everything he sees. What kind of life-saving doctor is this guy tsk tsk. I dont like the corners of my eyes for some reason. Arent you cursing at me inside? Muh, what are you talking about? I was just thinking that I wouldnt worry about this raid because a reliable colleague came? Jinhyuk averted his gaze. Your eyes are slightly twitching and 10 degrees down to the left. Its a symptom of when you lie. There were exactly 293 times like this when I was broadcasting as Colonel Teemo. What kind of stalker are you? Why do you know that? Its an interestingbination. With the two of you, you wont have time to get bored. The eagle owl let out augh as if the current situation was unbearably fun. The state introduced to Chun Yoo-seong as one of the deceased people he knew in the past instead of the operator. Because of this, Chun Yoo-seong epted the existence of the eagle owl without muchment. exactly. It was the attitude that it didnt matter to anyone as long as it didnt interfere with their own affairs. What the hell did hee here for? As Jinhyeok carefully moved along the bush, he kept an eye on the eagle owls movements. If you are an operator, you are an existence that enables yers to do things they cant even imagine. In other words, they are the ones who are in the position of a transcendental person who surpasses the gods. however. There are things that monsters like that cant solve on their own. Ill have to sneak a peek before attacking thebyrinth. For now, the priority is to deal with what you can do right now. I walked and walked, passing a group of ck boars and avoiding countless man-eating nts and insects. The ce we finally arrived at was a huge valley. gurgling gurgling! When the sound of the waterfall erased all signs, I was finally able to breathe. Are you saying that there is a hidden passage into thebyrinth in this valley? Yes. I think I can roughly figure out the location. The key is the problem, but Jinhyeoks gaze went into the water. In the water, the plump crustaceans were moving vigorously. Irond Shrimp. They are a specialty of the Tower of Trials, which usually inhabits the valley, and are known for their delicious taste. The ones on the 23rd floor are particrlyrge, and one out of the tens of thousands here has ws that allow them to enter thebyrinth. Itspletely like finding a needle in the desert. This should take several months. Chun Yuseong frowned. Out of all these bastards, which one do you think is real? Thats right. Thats right but theres no need to search so ignorantly. There will be colorful fruits. Look. See those growing along the rocks over there? Thousand Apple. It is a fruit with a very hard skin. Are you saying we should go fishing with that fruit? Thats the food that irond shrimp like the most. However, since the key shrimp lives forever without eating anything, they wont show interest in the fruit. What will be screened out using the bait is an individual who is not interested in the bait. Looking for an unresponsive guy That doesnt seem easy either, but its still better than no clue at all. Its like that. Lets see. I just want you to collect about 30 of them. That should be enough. Okay. Lets go immediately. Chun Yuseong moved without saying a word. When Chun Yoo-seong vacated, only Jin-hyeok and the eagle owl remained. Jinhyeok got lucky while installing a trap made of trees. What is it that you must check? Is it that a new hidden piece has been added to thebyrinth? Youre asking too openly. I thought there would be no chance except now. And they let me join the raid, can I tell you this much? to confirm the possibility. Possibility? okay. The Great Horned Owl answered heavily. A nuisance has sprung out. The kind we cant control. Three operators have already lost their lives to it. There may be more victims in the future. !? I never thought the eagle owl, who has always been confident and mischievous on TV, would show up like this. Saeyeongeonhwan also warned of a change in the top of the tower. Its going to be very different from the ces Ive known before. Something unusual must be happening. Its kind of surprising that an operator can die too. I thought you guys could remove a variable with just one finger. It is true that we are in a transcendental position, but we cannot go against the system and thew of cause and effect. Who the heck is that guy? Surely hes stronger than Azathoth or Shub-Niguras? anyway it is It cant be stronger than those outside the absurd standards. I hope it cant be. I cant tell you that much. Its meaningless to tell you. We just want to see your potential and whether you can win in a confrontation with him. Were here to see that potential. . The eagle owl closed its mouth after that. Its like drawing a line that says its the limit of the information it can tell you. I still have a lot of questions, but Ivee up with a few things. It wont be an ordinary raid. It is highly likely that the Eagle Owl and the rest of the operators greatly increased the difficulty of thisbyrinth. Give a different challenge from the past and how to solve it. What about the ability to adapt to the situation and judge the situation? To check all of that, difficulty correction was a matter that had to be settled first. That sounds like fun. Simply climbing to the top of the tower again is a bitcking in motivation. Its not a trite story that there is an iparable wall between game and real achievement. For the deceased, newly added content means that it is a greater stimulus than any material reward. Even more, if it goes beyond the operator who designed this tower I cant help but be more interested in it. Right then. I brought everything. Cheon Yoo-seong, who went to pick the fruit, returned. There were well over 30 fruits in the bosom. Okay. Shall we start soon? Jinhyeok held a Thousand Apple in his hand. After making a cross-shaped cut at exactly 3.6 cm below the center, I soaked it in valley water. This is how to make the juice spread the fastest. rumble. Smelling the fruit, irond shrimp rushed into the pot. Just repeat this. The response is better than I thought. They said it was difficult to get the key to thebyrinth. No way. It is true that this fruit is effective, but the problem is. It is not only the sturgeon shrimp that is tempted by the sweetness of the fruit. Its starting now. right at that moment. cooong! The whole valley shook. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! The current in the deep part of the water turbulently stirred, and a huge bridge protruded. The giant octopus, which was about 10 meters long, started rampaging. Kwajik! In an instant, the ck legs turned the ce where the three of them were into a mop. shit! Chun Youseong immediately drew his sword. Moorims distinctive characters were subtly revealed along the de. Is that? When I said I left the plum sword somewhere and brought a new one, did I get that magical sword? [The ghost sword Ryuhwa is awakening!] This is the sword used by Chuhon Sayeong. To be precise, it must have been that Chun Yoo-seong tamed what he kept because he was too strong. Thats what I was going to use as bait for that guyter. No matter how talented he is, hes already perfectly governed. Its shocking to see him gulp down because hes one of the top five new recruits in all of Moorim. Ill take care of the octopus! You keep setting the trap! Dont overdo it. His defense is beyond imagination. Ha! Are you worried about me now? Chun Yuseong smiled confidently. The yogi that dwells in Ryuhwa not only can ignore defenses, but also has a special ability that can continuously worsen wounds. It means that there are enormous effects that are enough to offset the disadvantages that can be eroded by Yogi. but. Wow! Is it big? Chun Yu-seong, who was cutting off the leg of the octopus, felt something was wrong. What is this? Thats why I told you. Dont overdo it. Originally, Ryuhwa could have cut off that thick leg with a single sword. Even if there was no sword steel, the sword itself had fraudulent specifications. They really raised the difficulty level like crazy. It wasnt an easy raid, but this raid is going to be damn difficult in many ways. The point where a power and the area of a power ovep. The 44th floor was a floor managed by the giant power of the upperyer, Eden. And the one who set foot in this ce called the Sanctuary, where everyone is reluctant to approach was a n with silver hair and red eyes. We have arrived, Lord. Belus pointed to the entrance where the pure white walls drooped. Its just really dirty, big and grand here. What the hell did you spend money on for no reason? Alice grunted and looked around. Im really crazy. I muttered with resignation. I beg you, be quiet, Ophelia. What are those winged idiots saying theyre afraid of? Theyre things I couldnt even meet eyes with before. Whoa. That was when the Lord was upying the position of head of Ataraxia. Its really dangerous right now Anyway, the Decassus ns are just too timid. Wasnt it 6 oclock now? Breaking time at will Right then. Forgive me for beingte. Ellis-sama. An angel with beautiful wings appeared in front of the castle wall. He had a gentle expression and long blond hair. He was a man with a smile that made anyone who saw him feel better. Where is Gabriel going? Angels are all the same, so I cant tell them apart. What was your name? Hatoel. Gabriel is waiting inside. Inside? Wasnt the meeting supposed to be held at the border? Belus immediately protested. Im sorry, but things got a littleplicated. If you want to meet Gabriel, you have to go inside yourself. Only. The rest of you will have to wait here. As you said. The internal situation has be a bitplicated right now. Only one Ellis can enter. Thats nonsense ! A force cannot enter the realm of a divine-type force. That alone. Alices face also hardened. You have to decide now. What do you want to do? Chapter 384 Episode 384. Spring of the Sun (4) C Ellis. Then Ill trust you You can ept whatever ouees out. So dont be too burdened. Understand? okay. The contractor trusted and entrusted it. It doesnt matter whether you seed or fail. But you cant break that belief from the start. Elise clenched her fists. The risk has gone up so much that it cant even bepared to what we decided to do in the past Ill do that. Even if I die, I wont say the word give up. Okay. Then, the rest of you, please wait here. It shouldnt be too long. Belus and Ophelia immediately rebelled at Hatoels words. Are you sure youre okay? It could be a trap. I agree. Its the other side who changed the n anyway. We have enough to say when we go back. You guys just wait until Ie. Its an order as the family head. I understand. Sir Lord. If thats the decision, I have no choice but to follow it but be careful ande back. I dont want to lose the family head I serve twice. Elise followed Hatorel. Chunk! Instead of the front door, the side door hidden between the golden leaves opened. It was a measure to prevent Elises existence from being exposed to other angels. Hoo. Elise came inside and looked around. The sanctuary where countless angels live was a spectacle in itself. The sacred and splendid buildings and the thousands of troops protecting them all deserved the title of the strongest. But what stimtes the senses the most is As expected, it was the magic flowing from the small house located in the corner of the alley. Jerrit! Jerrit! A stinging energy transmitted through the skin. You dont have to ask Hatoel to find out. As far as the fact that Gabriel is in there. Isnt that me? Yes. Hes waiting for you. Lets go first. Ill check the surroundings and follow you. okay. Alice entered the house. In the small room, a brightly smiling archangel was sipping tea. Its not like treating guests. I thought youd at least put in that eerie holy power and wait. Whoops. Im sorry for this. I wrote that I care, but instinct is inevitable. If youre the head of Ataraxia, who once wiped out our n, shouldnt you be more careful? Im sure you will. Alice sighed coldly and pulled out a letter from her bosom. Its a letter from the contractor. They say theres a clue to the book youve been looking for so long. ! Gabriels face changed in an instant. The ring expression is gone, and only greed and instinct are shining eyes. Now that the clue to the treasure that I have been looking for for a long time is in front of my eyes, of course myposure is shaken. Ah! Get rid of those dirty hands. First, you must have something to give? widely! Eris mercilessly cut off Gabriels outstretched hand. This is the information that yer Kang Jin-hyeok wants to know. Hastings memories of the past are recorded. Gabriel put the blue gem on the table. A stone of memory. It is a special item that can only be reproduced once. With this, the exchange items that the two factions wanted were gathered in one ce. [Gabriel is Lv?? I activate the horizontal scale!] A golden scale appeared above Gabriel and Elises heads. A sealed letter on one of the scales. And in the other ce, a stone with memories went up. Sacred bnce that determines each others authenticity andpares their values. If you use this skill, there is no room for any dishonesty to intervene in the transaction. In fact, the two pieces of information had a simr level of value. It must mean that the clues to the Necronomiconare only part of it. Gabriel nodded his head in anticipation. If it was a perfect clue, it would have been even weirder. Still, since he was able to get out of the stalemate where he had no clue at all, it would be a much more profitable business. Right then. However, I told you to tell me this. Alice added a word. What do you mean? Thanks to Kizakiels rampage in the giants fortress, the damage was quiterge. I wantpensation for the damage to be added. Such! Kizakiel is a fallen angel who was banished from our side before this incident happened. But, how can you hold us ountable? Oh, I dont know. Im just conveying what the contractor told me to do. Or, what? Should I overturn this deal altogether? Its painful to tell whos the loser? Alice pretended to tear up the letter. Now, wait! It was Gabriels side that became urgent. As for the reward what are you talking about? Hmm. Its nothing special. Its just that our fort will restore everything destroyed and support it until it bes arge base? Do you think it makes sense to say that its arge base? Okay. dont be The corners of Elises mouth went up. C Unconditionally push hard. ording to his usual personality. Then all conditions are eaten. Eden is urgent. I was already convinced through Jinhyeok. All that remains is to continue to pressurize the opponent. Pudeudeuk. An eerie sound escaped from Gabriels mouth. Okay. Lets add that contract as well. nted The bnce tilted sharply to one side. It was an unfair contract from anyones point of view, but Gabriel had no choice but to ept the offer by crying and eating mustard. Okay. Thats it. Alice got up from her seat as if there was nothing more to see. But at that very moment. Whoops! Wheein! Powerful magic began to surge along the castle. A warning sound, reminiscent of a siren, also shook all of Eden upside down. It looks like they noticed an intruder. You. This is not really intentional. As Hatoel has already said, internal problems have grown on our side as well. Gabriel shrugged. But dont worry too much. If the fact that you signed a contract with vampires spreads, well be in trouble as well. Hatorel. yes. Please get Alice safely out of Eden. Okay. If you hurry, you should be able to find a secret passage that is not yet blocked. Sheesh! I cant. Ellis quickly left. Oh, I almost forgot to give this to you. Gabriel handed me a red apple. This is no ordinary apple. Even at a nce, this has an unusual energy. The Tree of Good and Evil. Or First Apple. Although it is called with many meanings, it was one of the top-level special items symbolizing Eden. Youre giving this to me? When youre alone with someone important to you. Feed this apple and youll make that person Elises. A binding force with absolute judgment. If this is the case Im sure Jinhyeok wille over too. Of course, you cant just have one, but Im giving it to you to test how effective it is. You think Im going to use this despicable method? I can make him fall for me with just my power! Hmm. Even saying that makes my eyes shake? Why do I breathe heavily while drooling again? My, when will I! Hehe. Anyway. Ill look forward to seeing you again. As the head of Ataraxia. Gabriel smiled and said goodbye. Kwaaang! bang! bang! bang! The ck legs mercilessly smashed the rocks. Damn it! What such a terrible octopus is there! Chun Yuseong moved his body like crazy and evaded the attack. The words are octopus, its almost like machine gun fire. It wasnt easy to dodge even though I was moving with all my might. How long are you going to install that trap? Wait. Im proud of myself and let go. Isted 15 minutes against that guy before. Ha! Only 15 minutes? If youre 15 minutes, Im fine with 30 minutes. Thirty minutes is possible against that monster? Nonsense. That would be impossible? Jinhyuk stammered with a startled expression. Just wait and see. Ill show you that Im different from you. Cuckoo Cuckoo! [Cheon You-seong activates his unique ability Sword Song!] Chun You-seong squeezed out all his mana and swung Ryuhwa. Kwaaang! The sword wielded by Yogi collided head-on with the leg of the octopus. As expected, a proud guy and an idiot are easy to deal with. Among them, the easiest to deal with is the self-respecting fool. Just like that guy. Jinhyeok hummed and took out a steel-d shrimp outside the trap. Unlike other shrimp, the ws are slightly more curved andrger. This guy is the key to entering thebyrinth. And even though he already had the key, the reason why he is rolling Cheonyuseong like that is because there was not enough food to eat deliciously in thebyrinth. There are so many delicious ingredients all over the ce, so theres no need to go inside and eat junk. Lets see That guy over there has a ck line on his back. That guy must have a lot of oil because he hasnt finished spawning yet. While Chun Yu-seong was fighting for his life, Jin-hyeok selected the 7 most delicious irond shrimp and stored them in the sub-space inventory. Next Jinhyeoks gaze turned towards the valley. A puddle that looks the deepest. There is an entrance to thebyrinth under the floor. You can stop fighting now! Come over here! Chin-hyeok shouted and jumped into the water. In an instant, the cold water swallowed his whole body. The cold was so bad that even my head froze, but my mind was surprisingly clear. Jinhyeok was used to swimming. below. until you reach the bottom of the valley. I saw an eagle owl and Chun Yoo-seong following right behind me. The giant legs of the octopus too. Hurry up. If nothing else, running into that giant octopus in the water could be really dangerous. Pogreure! Chun Yuseongs mouth opened violently. Pointing at the suckers chasing right behind. damn it I know. If you dont open the door right away, there will be a big trouble. ws If you put it in the gap and turn it 23 degrees clockwise p! I knew it. Ive already done it so many times that its about fitting the keys correctly. [The Labyrinth Valley of Eternity C Where the Sun Cant Reach is open!] The bottom of the valley opens. A bright light came out. At the same time, everyones vision turned white. Cool! Cool! Whew It was close. I seeded in entering thebyrinth by a margin. If it was even a littlete, Chun Yoo-seong would almost be food for the octopus. but. There is no bird to be safe. This is the most viciousbyrinth on the 23rd floor. From now on, I had to think of everything inside as a trap targeting this side. Still, no matter how high the difficulty is, if you know the basic strategy, you can attack enough. Jinhyuk brushed off the water from his body. however. I think you think we raised the difficulty level The eagle owl, which had been silent, opened its mouth. There seems to be a little misunderstanding there. What does that mean? Its true that this ce isnt an ordinarybyrinth. But, its not us who made this ce heterogeneous Cheolkeong! cooong! Monsters wrapped in strange skins appeared one by one. Its because of the guy I told you about. Damn it. When the hell! Kang Jin-hyuk! Cheon Yoo-seong shouted. Chapter 385 Episode 385. Spring of the Sun (5) It looks really strange. One arm is shaped like a shield. The other arm was surrounded by spear-like monsters. There are only three of them, but they all look unusual. In addition, a new presence was felt from a distance. It is said that the number of enemies will increase as time passes. What are these? Chun Yoo-seong took a step backwards while holding Ryuhwa tightly. It is not simply a matter of being strong or weak. The eerie feeling of incongruity that stuck to my nerves was so frightening that I couldnt get goosebumps. Is this the first test? The eagle owl cant help. It couldnt have been because it would be bound by the systems limitations in the first ce. In the end, it is said that it is up to the two of them to ovee this situation. Eye of gluttony saw through the target. [Regulus C Variant Species] Level: 85 / ? C Existing / currently unconfirmable. Danger Difficulty: Unmeasurable Remarks: Basically has high physical defense and magic defense. However, the exact details cannot be discerned due to the unregted aura. I expected. The fact that something on a different level from the guys in the existingbyrinth would suit me. Yeah. Ill have to taste it to see how much it is. How powerful are the things prepared by him? Why are the eagle owls and other operators so worried? Now is the time to check it out. Jinhyuk stretched Barnard forward. Pachitsu! A dark red sword river gushed out. Take care of them one by one. They are formidable. If thats the case, theres no end. Didnt you say you only have 4 days to get the sun spring water or something? Thats true, but Ill take the time, and you secure a driveway to get inside. A guy like this can hold out on his own. Hey! Wait Go! Chun Yoo-seong kicked off the seat without even hearing an answer. one sword. The blue light that crossed horizontally became a torrent and rushed. But wow! Regulus deflected the sword from the front. He mixed the fake 7 times, but urately distinguished the real one. Its pretty. Chun Yoo-seong performed the herbivore of the Death Soul Sword. The gentle yet heinous swordsmanship continued. This time, it is not a fake, but everything you see is real and real. Dozens of swords were scattered in a dizzying fashion. Kaka Kak! Keeeee! She covered herself with a huge shield, but Chun Yoo-seongs Ryu Hwa persistently prated the gap. The whole body turned into blood in an instant. Chun Yoo-seong grabbed Reguluss back to take hisst breath. It was an ambush that erased even the presence of a perfect blind spot. Booung! The moment the sword points to the nape of the neck. Regulus spear disappeared like lightning. counter. It is a precise stabbing, as if measured with a ruler. The spear that rushed in at one point dug into the space before the self-defense technique was perfectly activated. Perpuck! Chun Yoo-seong rolled his body while holding his shoulders with an eerie destructive sound. Keuugh! Is there a lot of things like this from the entrance of the damnbyrinth? Seriously, why do I alwayse with you I told you not to be so vignt. This guy was also very calm and weighty at first. I dont know how it happened. If he hadnt gone with me, he would have been praised as the strongest wherever he went. Thinking like that makes me feel a little sad. Are you okay? A bit of a scar Its okay. Even if you werent careful Its okay, damn it. The wind hole in the shoulder is a serious injury that makes it impossible to continue fighting. Well, thanks to that, I saw well beforehand what to be careful of. Im resting quietly while drinking a recovery potion. This time, Jinhyeok moved. fast and light. Took. Jinhyeok, who went into the wrong beat, swung Barnard. As expected, this time too, Regulus took small attacks with his shield and watched the timing to counter. Koooooo! Is this what it means to suffer even though you know it? He didnt blink an eye, but the spear was already approaching Jinhyeoks heart. If another top ranker had been hit by this attack, they would have been left without a hitch. However, the person here right now is not just a ranker. Kaaang! offset. The straight spear point collided with the tip of Barnards sword at one point. Quadduk! A crack like a tortoise shell appeared on the de of the spear. As if telling which ones magical power is overwhelmingly superior. Is it big? Its not a big deal as long as you can read the timing of the counter. No matter how fast and fierce it is, there is no reason to be afraid as long as its trajectory and speed have been detected. hooked! Barnard pierced Regulus throat. Red blood gushed out like a fountain. however. Koooooo! Regulus did not copse even though he suffered a vital point. The red eyes seemed to sh, but rather, they started to run more fiercely. three at the same time. All of them turned into Berserkers and attacked Jinhyeok. Isnt it a way of injuring one trigger and making all of them stronger? bang! Quaang! The spear shattered the entire wall behind Jinhyeoks back. The word ignorant is a blow to blow. hooked! Awesome! Barnard cut the bodies of Regulus again, but it was still ineffective. Whether it stabs the heart or pierces the throat. It was because they were zombie-like guys who continued to attack as if they were always like that. Jinhyuks pulse raced rapidly. How long have you been feeling it? The tension and excitement of finding a strategy against a pesky enemy? Im sure there must be a breakthrough Jinhyeok carefully observed his opponents movements. Right then. I caught something in my senses. A faintly connected red thread. It was invisible to the naked eye, and I could only barely notice it if I maintained extreme concentration. In fact, there was no doubt that it was connected between the three of them. Was it like that Those three share one magical power and have a symbiotic rtionship. It means that this endless battle can be ended only if all of them are cut down at the same time, not one by one. Of course, knowing the strategy did not solve everything. It was not so easy to sh the passers-by at the same time while maintaining a perfect distance from each other. but. There was still no tension to be found on Jinhyuks face. stronger than this. I havee face to face with heavier and more outrageous foes. At least this much Cheonma Shin Gong. Horrible mana surged. One of the absolutes who did not dare to do anything even to the beings of the upper sses. The Cheonmas Dokmungong, which is called the disaster of ten thousand horses, unfolded. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Although he wasnt wearing the Crown of Paedo, his magic power of over 400 made it possible to realize the season of the Heavenly Demon Sacred Art without filtering. Lets see if we can survive this time. Yeongjong (K) Unnamed One Ind. Three misaligned lines crossed the oblique line. No need for any rhetoric. A sword just for cutting. Awesome! The three Regulus slowly split into two with their armor still on. cooong! The severed upper and lower halves copsed in different directions. Whoa. Jinhyuk let out a small sigh. and. Chun Youseong, who watched the whole battle from beginning to end, bit his lip in aplicated feeling. The hand holding Ryuhwa also trembled slightly. The realm of heaven and earth. 3 monsters that are stronger than most named monsters . Thinking of how he had struggled against even one animal, a sense of shame welled up in him. How far do you really intend to grow up? Confidence skyrocketed when he received the new soldier who symbolizes Moorim from Chu Hon Sa-yeong. Bone-cutting training and mistake-free growth based on past memories. In addition, a good teacher and a weapon that prides itself on being the strongest. Now Im sure its worth a try but the result is always like this. As if chasing an unreachable mirage, he chased the shadows and arrived at the ce only to face himself suffering from thirst forever. I had no idea when this damn M?bius strip would ever break. Right then. After brushing off the blood from the knife, Jinhyeok approached. Why are you sitting there with such a sullen look on your face? You told me to drink all the potions first? its nothing. Chun Yuseong sighed and turned his head. It is so strong that a cold wind blows. If only the cheeks were a little puffed out, it would look like an elementary school student with a pout. Still, thanks to you stepping out and hurting them, things went smoothly. You mean my attack worked? Didnt you see it while looking at it? The loopholes were exposed here and there after being hit by the soul-dealing sword? As expected as expected, it was like that. Somehow, I thought I won too easily. Whoops. I wasnt weak. Maybe, I didnt know if I had done my best. The corners of Chun Yu-seongs mouth twitched subtly. With this, he seeded in easing the mood of even one pouting kid. A night in thebyrinth. The first day raid ended here. It was with the intention of taking a more cautious approach due to the fact that Chun Yoo-seongs wounds were deeper than expected and the new variable. Jinhyeok and the eagle owl sat face to face in front of a campfire. Jinhyeok, who was cooking irond shrimp, opened his mouth. Its been a long time since weve had time for just the two of us. Can I ask you something? If you can answer me, Ill tell you. Im still a bit unfamiliar with the concept of an operator. Are the senior managers following your orders? Are you managing the foreign press too? At Jinhyeoks words, the eagle owl stroked his chin. Certainly I think we need to sort things out a bit. There are parts of our rtionship that are a bit ambiguous. Id like to take this opportunity to point it out clearly. Whoops! A tower made of hologram appeared in front of the eagle owl. Kaman, a low-level manager, and Rick, one of the middle-level managers. And the faces of Hastings and Bendivia, who are senior managers, were also visible. Seeing them in holograms with only their heads sticking out like this, everyone seems a bit cute. You can think of administrators as those who manage the entire tower The main task is to check all the trivial things that happen in the tower and make sure that there are no problems with each floor. Observing the right to move to a floor and fighting between forces, and intervening when necessary. That was the meaning of the managers existence. It was divided into upper, middle and lower ording to the authority each possessed. The hologram was broken and this time a sphere with a red mouth appeared on the white surface. The operators, including Saeyeongeonhwan and the Eagle Owl. Our operators are the ones who built the tower . . Managers are selected by ourselves or naturally selected by the system, but basically, the final authority for the tower is given to us. The Tower of Trials. Creating a huge world with 50 floors. Jinhyeok yed for the first time in virtual reality. The game was also a work created by operators. Lastly, foreign media. In other words, they are called primeval beings. They are ssified as variables outside of the standard. Since youve dealt with them, you should know better than anyone what level they are. They were obviously subordinate to the Tower, so they were lower than the administrators, but their power was strong. Because of their absurd strength, even senior managers couldnt treat them carelessly, and they could only be restricted as a system, so they stayed on thest floor of the tower and acted as thest gateway to dealing with those who tried to reach the top of the tower. And the Eagle Owl opened his mouth slowly, He is the one who escaped all of that. Chapter 386 Episode 386. The gatekeeper of thebyrinth (1) Finally, the story of that guy came out. We call him the designer or the first operator. Everything is him, and he is everything. You speak in a very vague way. Are you referring to the majority of factions as he? Or do you mean that he has various titles? Well. Its hard for us to give a precise definition. In fact, the concept itself is ambiguous. Id like to exin it in more detail, but as you can see my hands and feet are half-tied. The eagle owl nced up at the sky. Parts w! Blue sparks were rising in the sky. You must have already reached the limit of the system. Lastly, he has a troublesome ability. He has the power to break down the existing rules and reconstruct the tower ording to his own rules. That such nonsense is possible? Didnt you see with your own two eyes that he actually changed thisbyrinth? Of course, hes still not at the level of perfectly controlling his power, but its only a matter of time. One day, everything that exists in the tower will copse. The eagle owl calmly told the truth. The more time you drag, the more dangerous it bes. Its definitely not something to look at lightly. With the ability to destroy the towers foundation, its only natural for the operators to be afraid. It was only now that I understood what Saeyoung Unhwan had warned me about. How much time do you have left? Its such an esoteric skill that youll need at least two years. It may take longer than that. 2 years. A shadow fell over Jinhyuks face. Can you really climb to the top of the tower in two years? Compared to the past, this is a very short time. Even if they monopolized the opportunity and excluded mistakes. Until then, I must be stronger. More than now. Yes. I have to grow even more. And clearing thisbyrinth is the first gateway. I understand what you mean. I got a lot of useful information in many ways. What to do next Thanks to you, I got a little bit of a sense. A rapidly changing field of view. Unfamiliar ces continued, but there was no time to rest. Ha ha ha ha ha Elise breathed heavily. I dont know how far I ran. Its been several hours since Ive been chasing Hatoels backside. The reins of pursuit have been tightened even more. Thats how much stamina and mana went toward the bottom. The fact that the magic power that can be supplied was limited due to acting far away from Jinhyeok also yed a big part. I should have sucked a lot of real blood On that soft nape. sticking out sharp fangs I had to replenish my mana violently. Why are you panting so much by yourself? Like a hound with meat in front of you. Hatoel nced at Ellis with suspicious eyes. My, when did I! More than that, where the hell is the entrance? Were almost there. We just need to go a little further. Hatoel, who was carefully examining his surroundings, grabbed Elises wrist. for a moment! why? Theres a barrier right in front of you. Looking at the spell, its new, less than 10 minutes old. I cant see anything? This trap is only visible to angels. It uses special divine power to defend against outside intruders. If someone crosses that line, the battle angels will be summoned. Eventually, even thest exit was blocked. Hatorel bit her lip in embarrassment. What the hell, why did the inside of Eden be like this? It used to be a morefortable and cozy atmosphere. There are internal circumstances. So. What is that internal situation? If the situation has reached this point, shouldnt I know something? Ellis pushed hard once more. Then Hatoel let out a long sigh. They wanted to avoid exposing their private parts, but as they said, they couldnt hide it forever. Because Alice had already dipped her toe into this gutter. Due to Kizakiels betrayal, a disciplinarymittee was convened in Eden. It was a meeting, in fact, a ce for judgment. but. When the trial was held, there were more angels supporting him than expected. How long will Eden have to endure the tyranny of the evil forces, defending harmony and bnce? Would Eden be qualified to be the true master of the tower? The argument that Kizakiel had been crying out grew stronger and stronger. From now on, I will not respect the positions of other forces. To the point that we must act solely for the benefit of Eden. Thatpletely changes the temperature of Eden. It was in an instant that the moderates, who were popr, stumbled. The archangels, including Michael and Gabriel, were silent. Instead, radical angels, including Uriel and Raphael, took action. It didnt go to the tragedy of expelling the opposition, but it began to brutally cut out the forces that were not Eden. Thats why the fact that I and my blood rtives came should not be known. Thats right. Gabriel-sama will also be in trouble if this incident is known. I know roughly what the situation is. Elise pondered. If this was the case how would the contractor behave? He must have found the best way Ha. I dont know. Elise tousled her hair. Its not my taste to think and roll my head. Just acting ording to your instincts is right for you. Then, well destroy Uriel and Raphael or whatever, so lets form an official alliance with us. How is it? yes? Hatoel widened his eyes. I dont know what the hell this vampire is talking about. No way You mean to start a civil war now? Yeah. Originally, one faction shouldnt have multiple heads. Opinions cant be unified. Its easy to get stabbed in the back. Advice from experience. When multiple strong people equally share power, problems will inevitably arise. Were just pretending we dont know each other. It is a story that dissatisfaction and emotions inevitably umte. So, lets go out here and meet with my contractor. Destroying nuisances is our contractors specialty and hobby. Nonsense no, wait. What are you trying to do? Once the decision is made, we have to get out of here. If we procrastinate, well run out of magic anyway, and well end up like a mouse in a dock. Elise cracked her joints. It was a mindset to blow up the entire fortress and go outside, not through a secret passage. Hey, if you go wild here, Gabriel-sama will be in trouble too! As long as you listen carefully to what I said! Sorry, but were already in the same boat. Now its all or nothing. Hatorel screamed, but it was only after Elise raised her magic power. [Trait Blood Road unlocked!] Kukukukuku! Drops of red blood gushed out in all directions. Even though the supply of magic power was not smooth, a storm of power beyond imagination raged. Now everyone in Eden will know. That one of the heads of the vampire family had entered their territory. Hmm. My body feels chilly for some reason. Jinhyuk patted his trembling body. The temperature wasnt low, but somehow the chill permeated my bones. Did a new enemy appear again? Chun Yoo-seongs eyes shed. The hand holding the sword was unusual, perhaps because he remembered the pain of yesterday. No, its not like that, I think something, ominous is going to happen Probably, it wont be a big deal. Sheesh. Dont make people nervous over trivial things. Even if you dont, your nerves are on edge. The second day since entering the Labyrinth. Thanks to the treatment with advanced potion and Blessing of the Star, Chun Yoo-seong was able to regain his condition. Because of this, I had entered quite a deep ce. Anyway, its about time toe out It must be right here Ah! found! Strangely shaped stone statues were seen between the valleys. Are those the stone statues you sang like that from yesterday? thats right. Commonly known as Guardian of Nature. To get to the boss room, you must obtain the Resistance Stone from there. The road where different attribute magics rushed in was because not even a seed could be eaten with quite a few stats or armor. So the knights of the empire gave up here and went back. Firepower that even armor with anti-magic defenses could not withstand. No matter how long sword masters fly, the amount of mana they have in their bodies is fixed. Jinhyeok and Chun Yuseong approached the stone statue. Then right at that moment. Are you a new challenger? Hmm. Three guys Giggik. The numbers are just right. The three statues have awakened. Fire statue. Water Statue. The Statue of Wind. The stone statues, each wearing a ne made of resistance stone, giggled. We are one of the guardians of thisbyrinth. Apparently, we came here because we wanted the resistance stone Is that right? The stone statue of fire opened its mouth on behalf of the stone statues. Well, I came for that purpose. I heard that you can only get what youre hanging around your neck if you pass the test. Ohh. Did you buy information from those knights? Gigkick! Theres no need for unnecessary exnations. Then the conversation will be fast. Solve the assignments we each give. In that case, Ill hand this over to you as you wish. step. For every failed task, I will take the life of one of you. Will you still try? Do whatever you feel like. Jinhyuk shrugged. A contract was concluded with it. A sword with a colorful pattern appeared in front of Jinhyeok and Chun Yuseong. As the fire stone statue said. If you fail, the sword with the effect of absolute judgment will pierce your heart. Okay. Lets begin. The stone statue of fire unfolded the scroll it was holding in its hand. [Trial of Fire] Content: Handling firearms is understanding the purest and most beautiful properties of fire. Among them, if you can subjugate the self-respecting fire spirits, you can obtain qualification of fire. However, the size of the resistance stone given varies ording to the number of spirits that can be subdued. Roaring! I thought the sparks were gathering, and then small lizards appeared. A fluttering tongue. Dozens of Smanders showed their hostility. Shh! Kyao! Theyre just low-ranking guys, but the numbers are no joke. Quite a few elemental spirits didnt start with their tails and ran away. Can I just cut them all down? Chun Yoo-seong chose Ryu Hwa. wait. Its not something that can be done by force alone. Simply ignorantly stamping and pressing is definitely one of the methods. However, if you do that, you wont be able to obtain a true credential. A spirit subjugated by force will always have resentment. Subjugation through Mentra taming isnt perfect either. Manipting intimacy was also a 1% insufficient solution. In fact, in the past, we had failed to obtain the highest grade resistance stone here. If so then we had to use a more reliable method. Jinhyeoks mouth went up. Smander. Come out for a second. Boo, did you call the owner? A plump spirit-soo rushed out from the subspace inventory. Chapter 387 Episode 387. Gatekeeper of the Labyrinth (2) Smander. Lizards, the spirit beasts of fire, are famous for being warlike, but among them, the Smander belonging to the Goinmul Corporation was different. Roaring! Red mes running through your lips. A hot fire scorched the air. Kyaoooooo! The Smander roared wildly. As if being hit by a dragons peer, fear swept through his whole body. Thats not the spirit water. A dragon in the form of a fire spirit At least it looked like that in the eyes of the Smander summoned by the statue of fire. Kyao. What is that monster? Is it a high-level spirit beast? I thought we were all the fire spirits we contracted with Its scary. The Smanders who were in charge of the test trembled all over. A being several times stronger than them jumped out, so of course they had no choice but to be terrified. Of course, if it werent for the same people, he would have rushed at it without worrying. Because it was a characteristic of fire spirits to attack without hesitation. However, I would have thought that the opponent would be the same Smander, and that it would be of a higher rank. It was the same with the stone statue of fire that was put to the test. What, what? A human who knows how to handle a spirit beast? Besides youre pretty high-ranking, arent you? The elemental spirits. Ive never met them in the Empire. The stone statues uttered one word at a time. Seeing everyones surprise, I felt the worth of raising the spirits. smack smack. Jinhyuk patted Smander on the head. Well, I did raise these guys with affection and love. Is that so? It seems that there is a noticeable growth. Lord, master, what can I do? Im in the process of taking a test or something, and I have to get them to obey. However, I dont think Im a pacifist, so Im not going to wield violence. Thats right. Because the master loves peace. So, try to persuade them on your own. Persuasion? Me? What how? Hey do I really have to say that? Hee-ik. Im sorry. I was wrong. The Smander raised two small hands and pretended to protect his head. Whoever sees it will know that he is really trying to hit me. Why. How good is ourpanys employee welfare? How well you are being treated. Try flirting with things like that. It wont be that hard to say as long as you tell it as it is. Voluntary appeasement must be the best option. Jinhyeok intended to pass the test of fire through his fellow Smander. If I tell you the truth, my master will kill me. even if you never die I cant tell the truth. Sometimes you have to lie to live. Ill have to say the exact opposite of the situation Im in. The Smanders, who took on the task, stood in front of the crowd of Spiritual Beasts. Everyones eyes were focused. Everyone signed a contract and came to a ce like this and went through a lot of hard work. Under poor conditions, delicious fire is provided. Besides, what are the working hours? Are you guys working without breaks? How did you know that? Well, if you pretend, youll pretend. Lets see. The terms and conditions of the contract will say 24/7. Day or night, if the contractor wants it, youll have to jump right in. Theres going to be a mountain of other bad things. !? Jung Exactly. That was my daily routine yesterday! Everyones eyes widened. While asking how to urately understand their grievances. I signed a contract with such an evil contractor at first. I suffered a lot back then. But now Impletely in heaven. The deceased corporation is different. Then, how well the owner well whoa. He treats me well. Look. I grew up like this because I ate well and slept well. Provides plenty of horsepower and rxation. Even the support of strong colleagues. If we are together, not only retirement age but also old age and post-death are guaranteed. Seeing the plump belly and the sparkling mes strangely added credibility. Really good? like that? Can we eat as much as we want and escape from the lower spirits? The Smanders eyes were shining brightly. Keueueugh! What are you doing now! Dont forget the contract we made. You guys have a contract with ourbyrinth lord! The stone statue of fire shouted loudly, but it was impossible for the Smanders to hear such a nagging noise. Me, nanana! I want to go! Its me! Im going to break this contract right away! The spirit beasts all shouted surrender. [Recognized by the fire spirits.] [Many Smanders show a high liking for you.] [Passed the Test of Fire.] Okay. Its very easy. Jinhyuk smiled brightly. Thanks to his usual good conduct, things were solved really easily. Its so pointless Its quite the way. Okay. I just passed the first gate anyway. Ill finish it on my own. There wont be any luck this time. A stone statue of water came out. Whoa! Along with the whirlwind of water, more water spirits appeared this time. They are superior species that arerger and have more powerful magic than the Smanders. Whoops! Water and fire are at odds with each other. It was an unexpected variable that the elemental sage was among those taking the test. But thats all. In front of the Spirit Beasts of the opposite extreme, no matter how intermediate or higher the Spirit Beasts, they would not be able to withstand it. Ill finish it at once. Human child. The stone statue of water had a fishy smile. And that expectation Undine. Come out. I was shattered by the words that followed. Among the Tamers, only a few can change their job to be a spirit lord. Talented people gathered and the so-called geniuses showed off their value but those who could advance to the Elementalist were less than a handful of sand. In fact, even those who had lived in the tower for a long time were less than 100 living as elementalists. And, even among the excellent spirits, there were only a few contracts with two spirits of intermediate level or higher at the same time. Three or more were very few to the point of being recorded in history. however. What the hell is that stupid bastard? A whopping five spirit beasts. All of them were monsters of intermediate level or higher. Because of this, all the Spirit Beasts prepared with great effort for the test were handed over to the opponent. Its not even a godhead Its a ranker that can only be found in the upper echelons at least. The stone statues muttered in disbelief. It looks like youve passed the test now, how about passing the resistance stone soon? Jinhyuk snapped his fingers. Yes. Since you passed the test, you deserve this. Took. Tuuk. The thick resistance stones hanging from the statues neck were pulled out. good. With this, the minimum conditions for going to the boss are met. As a bonus, I also got a lot of reliable little spirit beasts. Ive already signed a contract with the stigma of being married, so even if I want to quit, I cant. Seeing the smiley faces makes me feel a bit pricked by my conscience, but what can I do? The world is on the side of the prey and the side of the prey. Arent there only two? I learned how dangerous it is to put a seal on the contract, so its like a cheap price for tuition. cancer. This is to tell the sprouts what the bitterness of society is like. I mean, its never exploitation. Before Jinhyeok left, he suddenly stopped on the spot. Ah. Thats right. I almost forgot. Forgot, what do you mean? If we go on like this, wont you all rush to report that the master of thebyrinth took all the resistance stones? what? Thats right. Im going to tell you all the information on this side, but do I really have to take that risk? It is best to reduce risk. If there are no witnesses, you dont have to worry about useless words leaking out. You mean you want to kill us? Unholy! We are beings protected by the system. Just like the Administrator, it is thew itself that controls the Labyrinth! Besides. With that weapon, theres no way. okay. I guess so. You cant damage them with Barnard. If so Sew. The space cracked and a greatsword of enormous size protruded out. Balmung. The relic that shed the dragon was revealed. Im sorry, but this raid is an irond secret. It may take a lot of mana to deal with this, but getting this done is the priority. I have no personal grudges. Just do what you need to do to climb the tower. Jinhyeok raised the greatsword he held with both hands. Aaaagh! Mmm, stop! The stone statues screamed. However, the head of the stone statues waspletely smashed by Balmung, which was thrust down without mercy. In the debris that bounces in all directions. Jinhyuk brushed the dust off his face with an expressionless face. As if he had vowed to use any means for the purpose. gurgling. In the ce where the golden spring water flows like a waterfall, there is a huge performance stage reminiscent of a training ground. and. Hooup! There was a man wielding a huge spear on top of it It was the boss monster, the master of thebyrinth. Boooooong! A shing spear cut through the space. The degraded gas still remained in the air, drawing the trajectory of the window. bang! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! A wound along the floor made of azure stone. Even at a nce, it looked enormous, but the skill of handling the spear like a pinwheel seemed to have reached the level of a god. How much time had passed like that? Finally, the movement of the spear stopped. You look great every time. I just watched you without noticing how much time passed. p p p Appearing with apuse was a beautiful looking elf. Sherry, one of the mid-level managers. Although they are wood elves who love nature, at this moment, they are only agents of the above message. I didnt even know you came to soothe my itching body. Im sorry. Thanks to the traps, the intruders couldnt even dare toe here but it seems like he doesnt miss a day of training. Yes. Its been so long since I tasted blood thanks to his sturdy defenses. If I had cleared the way to me, I wouldnt have had to be so bored Tsk! The tall man clicked his tongue. Dark fighting spirit welled up from his entire body. When was thest time you fought in person? I felt like I was going crazy missing the bloody battle risking my life. At those words , Sherry opened her mouth as if she had been waiting for it. That is why I came here. In fact, it seems that there are intruders that are difficult to block even with traps this time. Oh? Is it strong? Strong. that sounds like fun. The mans mouth was torn open. If Sherry, who is famous for being picky, admits it, you dont have to give up your expectations. Finally, a chance to enjoy a proper fight . came . _ _ _ _ One of the heroes of Wake up all the lieutenants. Were getting ready to receive guests. General. The shadows around the gymnasium moved in unison. Chapter 388 Episode 388. Two Masters, Two Disciples (1) Among those who live in the Tower, they are praised for their numerous achievements and myths. People collectively called him a hero. Yeopora Jinhyeoks eyes narrowed. It wasnt a great hero like Hercules or Siegfried, but it just didnt have a chance to build a transcendent myth. Yeopo Bongseon is an unrivaled armed force. Because of this, various powers made every effort to recruit him under hismand, and in fact, Olympus and Ragnarok actively recruited him. Of course, Yeo-po kicked off all those conditions and took the ce of thebyrinth master with the managers. Since the heroic level residents even received the buff called Labyrinth Lord, it should be regarded as one level higher than the level of heroes of the same level. and. In order to deal with such a formidable enemy, Jinhyeok and Chun Yuseong were engaged in sparring against the Eagle Owl immediately after entering thebyrinth. To be precise, he was training to raise the level of Cheon Yoo-seong to deal with Lu Bus annoying lieutenants. Quaang! Kakakakang! mes burning in all directions. Chun Youseong swung his sword like crazy. Sharp sword strikes raged like a storm. However, the eagle owl blocked all the sword paths in advance with a thin sword. Kuh! What is this! A sigh of incredulity escaped Chun Yu-seongs mouth. The sword he had honed his whole life was being read so futile, so of course it was absurd. Hmm, its quite usable, but its a bit disappointing. I can handle the sword more naturally, but didnt anyone point that out? What does that mean? It means to try using the left-handed sword. With your left hand? Chun Yuseong flinched at the sword he was holding in both hands. Up until now, I mainly used both hands and asionally used my right hand. I had never thought of using a left-handed sword that I wasnt used to. Common sense. How can something unfamiliar be better than a hand that has been used for decades? Okay, Ill show you once. Its like this. The eagle owl burrowed into Cheon Yoo-seongs arms. A distance close enough to breathe. There. Kaaang! The eagle owls sword started. Keuugh!!?? Chun Youseong took a defensive posture. The nerves of the whole body were on edge at the dazzling sword dance that was iparable to the previous one. Above or on the side? shit. From here to this orbit! During battle, the position where the sword is held freely changes. The sword attack that exploded from his left hand was immediately wrapped around him gently. Kakakakang! Above all, there was no sense of incongruity mixed in the connection between the two that saved Yu () and Kang (ǿ). Im telling you to do it this way. You should try it this time. Do you think thats as easy as it sounds? Anyway, all the bastards brought by that goddamn old man seem to be talking about absurd things lightly Just have a look. The eagle owl cut off Cheon Yuseongs words and swung his sword. shit! Caang! Chun Yoo-seong responded inevitably. However, the sword he held with his left hand created an unexpected sensation. Kakakakang! Really. The more they shared the sword, the more doubt turned to certainty. What, what? Embarrassment emanated from Yuseongs voice. A sword that has be much smoother than before. The center of gravity also seemed to be iparably lighter than before. How could this be Of course, all of this was thanks to the eagle owl naturally leading Cheon Yoo-seongs sword path to life properly Cheon Yoo-seong didnt notice that fact. It was because he gave the guidance so skillfully. Then, Jinhyeok, who had been watching silently, spat out a word. Heywhat if I tell you that? Thats what I was going to useter. Tsk. Hmm, after all, did you already know? You! You know that, but you did nt tell me on purpose until now! Different reactions erupted from the eagle owls and Cheon Yoo-seongs mouths . I was just trying to tell you when you sucked on one side and then turned into a shell with nothing to eat and was on the verge of crumbling . Throwing a lifeline is the best way. Im going to kill this trash Chun Yu-seong got angry and tried to run wild. Uh-huh! calm down. I got a chance, but where is the time to fight with me? A one-on-one map between the sword of death and the horned owl. If the two synergize, Cheon Yoo-seong will grow even more than now. Above all, it takes time to attack thebyrinth. Theres no time to argue in a situation where theres not much time left. If you have time to curse, you better sharpen your left hand sword a little more. Youll definitely go to hell when you die. Yes. I want to hold hands with you. Damn it. I shouldnt talk. Chun Yoo-seong spat out a curse and turned around. Rather than grunting, he looked strangely excited. It was clear that the newly acquired talent was amazing. Im leaving. Okay. Hes a monster too. Hes still strong, but I cant imagine how much stronger he will be if he uses both hands freely. Ill have to worry about being stabbed in the back sooner orter. By the way , that guy must be busy wrestling with swords all day today, so why dont you y with me a little bit? Jinhyeok nodded his head at the eagle owl. Do you mean to do it? I want to experience firsthand how strong the existence called the operator is. There are things I want to test in a confrontation with a strong person. Not only to deal with Lu Bu, the owner of thisbyrinth. Among them , the first thing you need to pay attention to is As expected, the Heavenly Demon Goddess . Entering the rift with apass is one way, but that takes too much time. The best thing you can do right now is to increase your actualbat experience as much as possible. And the best opponent was right in front of you. But, Hmm, I know what you want, but Im not the type to be confident in martial arts. I think it would be better if someone more suitable than me was attached. The eagle owl snapped his fingers. Then. [Imaginary space unfolds!] A blue curtain spreads around Jinhyeok. Apletely disconnected dimension . . Even the concept of time is different here. It means that 10 minutes outside can reach 24 hours inside. This must be a skill that requires a lot of restrictions But the bewilderment was short-lived. In the ensuing scene, I finally understood why the shrewd owl was forced to open the imaginary space. that buck A light yet heavy step. The power of heaven and earth gripped her whole body. This gave me a bigger gift than I thought. Totallyexceeds expectations. theres no way you wouldnt know How could I not know? The absolute one who is the symbol of the Demonic Cult and has mastered the Heavenly Demon Art to the utmost. Its been a while. Ive heard the story. You want to learn the masters martial arts? The heavy inner energy that is conveyed through the voice. This space is an illusion, but the existence in front of you is by no means an illusion. Thats true, but I didnt know that the Heavenly Demon woulde in person. I didnt even know that he would sign a contract with Imaginary Space. A contract thates to imaginary space has its own penalty for both sides. Because it was one of the most heterogeneous contracts that existed in the Tower of Trials that limited time and space. There were various circumstances. But, the biggest thing was the desire to share small talk with you. Actually, I also thought that it would be best to be taught by the Heavenly Demon. Hmm, that doesnt make me feel too bad. Still, Im a little sad about friendship. I was happy that I had a reliable disciple who could seed the Duke of Darkness. Well, Master, with his personality, even the Heavenly Demon wouldnt want to lose his one and only disciple. Actually, he growled at the Heavenly Demon several times. still. You will be willing to understand that my disciple is getting stronger. no no Huh. As he calmed down, a ck spection rose along Jinhyeoks body. [Traditional ability Heavenly Devil is unlocked!] This feeling. this sense. Its been quite a while. I havent been able to use it freely yet due to the strain on my body From now on, I will learn how to use this ability most efficiently. From the person who has mastered this martial art to its extreme. Ill go. Yes,e. The same ck spirit welled up from the body of the Heavenly Demon. Kwaaang! An imaginary space that copses in one blow. Huge forces collided with each other in the achromatic world. thump! It is truly a destructive force. Jinhyeok managed to pull himself together and widened the distance. The thing I just did was really dangerous. The ce where the Heavenly Demons days had unfolded had already be a ruin that could hardly be callednd. Its quite good. To make full use of the Heavenly Demon Art, which is said to be one-man legend, is this one of your abilities? The corner of the Heavenly Demons mouth went up to the top of the twig. Originally, acquiring the Heavenly Demons martial arts without permission was the only reason to kill and get rid of it. The Heavenly Demon just looked at Jinhyeok proudly. Are you going to kill me instead of sparring? Geo, please take it easy. Didnt you take the number of masters with ease for saying that? I dont think there will be a master with this level of skill in our school. Ive already been to Bukmangsan a few times, and Im not free. And what kind of a bastards diet is so irregr? I have to see something to respond. What is the meaning of form and expression? Everything is bound to break anyway. The power to thoroughly pursue defeat. The essence of the Heavenly Demon Art is right there. Ill go again. Take a good look. Feel it. Boom! The Heavenly Demon , who performed the Heavenly Demon Demonstration, appeared right in front of Jinhyeok . It stretched out toward the Heavenly Demons fist. Kwa-Kwa-Kwa-Kwa-Kwa! It looks like the whole fist will be smashed. As it fell in terms of power, even if it was the same New Kong, the difference was inevitable. Jin-Hyuk also knew that fact. The Heavenly Demon also knew that fact . I knew. The reason why such a ruthless fight continued even though it was said to be sparring The Heavenly Demon is trying to tell us now. What to do to achieve greatness in a short period of time . The time given to me in space is Dalpo. Within that time, I will create a monster that will seed me. Chapter 389 Episode 389. Two teachers, two disciples (2) Dalpo. Outside, it was only about 5 hours, but inside the imaginary space, a month had passed. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Dozens of swords floating along the sky. Ink-colored weapons made of the Heavenly Demon Heart Sword rushed in a row. [The Heavenly Demon activates the Heavenly Demons Divine Gong, Destroy Heaven!] Its like a meteor shower falling in the night sky. The swords descending on a straight trajectory created a spectacle by themselves. Right then. Red swords rose from the ground. Compared to the Heavenly Demon, the swords power and number werecking, but it didnt lose the slightest in terms of momentum. Iggy swords of different colors. Only when they enter the realm of the world can they take shape. The known strongest swords rushed towards a single point, erasing each others tracks. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! Wow! Sword and sword collided. Shattered fragments scattered through the air, and sparks lit up the dark night quietly. Took. The Heavenly Demon descended from the sky and nodded as if satisfied. To be on par with the Heavenly Demon Spirit Sword with 5-star power. At this level, you can follow me right now. It is a word of sincere admiration. No matter how hard he pushed himself to the limit, he never thought that he would acquire the Heavenly Demon Art so quickly. In fact, even he, who was called the Cheonmujiche, took more than ten years to reach the 5th star However, the disciple in front of him seemed to have no intention of dwelling on that. I will go up without being bound to one floor or to any power. To a ce no one has ever been to. Its all thanks to the Heavenly Demons guidance. Its because I didnt say anything, it feels like 100 lives are gone. There is no ce where the arms and legs are not sore. I had to check the neck 3 times to make sure it was properly attached. We got along a little wildly, but it was a good time nheless. Me too. Probably, I dont think Ill ever be able to spend my time this intensely. This is true. Ive done all sorts of crazy things in the Tower of Trials up until now. By far, the month Ive spent now seems to have been the busiest. If this is enoughIts a performance that exceeds expectations. Does it feel like your whole body is itching to see how strong you have already be? Jinhyeok felt the magic quietly swirling inside his body. Yes. You have be stronger and stronger. To the extent that most criminals do not dare to look at you. And raw meat in the world is also strong enough to look up to you. You have be stronger. but. Arent you afraid? The fact that there are enemies that cant be defeated even if you be this strong. The Heavenly Demons voice became strangelyplex. I know very well why. Shub Nigurath. A transcendent being who drove the Heavenly Demon to near death by merely manifesting. If you go to the top of the tower, you will encounter monsters beyondmon sense. The Heavenly Demon asked if that would be okay. Im afraid Well, there was a time like that. There was a time when I was trembling and unable to move in front of an enemy that transcendedmon sense. but. Not anymore. Those newbie days are long gone. Besides, no matter how much it became a reality rather than a virtual game, that experience and sense did not disappear. A faint smile appeared on Jinhyuks face. You asked something wrong. Seeing that smile, the Heavenly Demon was convinced. Even if he faces any kind of monster, Jinhyeok will never feel fear. Thats it. Any further questions and answers are meaningless. Its already time. Come to Moorim anytime when youre tired and having a hard time. Im anxiously waiting for thew of friendship, so Im looking forward to the day we meet again. The Heavenly Demon said goodbye softly. Pachichik ! As he lost, Jinhyeok came out. Whoa. The damp and humid air inside thebyrinth was sucked deep into his lungs. Is it because he risked his life in there to fight? Even the gloomy atmosphere of thebyrinth felt wee. Were you training in the barrier? The first one who greeted you was Cheon Yoo-seong. Judging from the fact that the Yogi on the tip of Ryu Hwas sword had grown several times thicker, it seems that he had grown a few more steps in between. Yes. Well, I did a bit of this. Anyway, its nice to see our swordsman after a long time. How have you been while Im gone? Its like I havent seen you in years, even though Ive only seen you in a few hours Damn it. dont be shy Its disgusting. Anyway, what kind of person are you so cold all the time? I cant give it to you. Uh-huh. Dont talk nonsense, if you only clear thebyrinth this time, hang on and wait. Youd be surprised to find out how strong Ive be in this short amount of time. Chun Yu-seong dered war with a confident face. Hes rarely had one-on-onestely, so he scolded him more, and he seems to have regained his spirits. Oh be scared Anyway, if the Sword Saint is serious, my life will be the life of a fly. Damn it. done. Ill practice more, so call me when its time to go to the boss. Yeah yeah. Take a look. Jinhyeok passed it in one ear and turned to the eagle owl this time . But . Even if youre an operator, you have to pay the price if you use this level of ability. Dont worry too much. Because this is what I chose. My body is crumbling into powder. Thanks to the use of the imaginary space, I took away my own life with that penalty. Passeuk. The powder scattered along the shoulder des. Even the aftermath is at this moment. How many minutes are left? About 5 minutes. If I dont hurry back, it wont end with losing my right arm. Is it possible to die Its a pity that I didnt see the end of thebyrinth, but I fully confirmed the possibility. Reallyyouve changed beyond recognition. The eagle owl looked at Jinhyeok from the front. It was covered by the mask, so I couldnt see the face inside, but I could see what kind of gaze it was. If its you, we can make what we wante true . . You will be able to achieve your goals as well. Yes, I look forward to the day we meet again at the top of the tower. When that timees, take off your mask and lets talk. Dont talk while hiding your true identity. Of course. The Eagle Owl nodded. With this, there is another reason to see the top of the tower . I spurred on the speed. I already had the resistance stone and finished the training, so there was no reason to hesitate . Large monsters resembling moray eels popped out along the dark passage like an ant burrow. Of course, the idea of chewing up prey with sharp teeth did notst long. Ryuhwa , tinged with green light, cut off the moray eels whole heads. It was too short a period to perfectly master the left-handed sword. However, as if the word talented man is not for nothing, Chun Yoo-seong was already showing a high level of water . How are you? This is my sword. Again. be careless again Dont put strength on your shoulders just because you caught them one hundred days, focus. Its real from now on. Jinhyeok pointed to the front of the habitat of the moray eels. Different patterns engraved along the floor. It was a bridge with magic and barriers spread out . okay. The number of traps alone exceeded double digits. Ive prepared for the toughest stuff with resistance stones, but dont take it lightly. look. Like this. At the same time as Jinhyeok s right foot moved. Kukukukukung! Kwakwakwakwa! A fireball fell from the sky. [The fire resistance stone absorbs the me!] Chiiik! I wonder if red mes are rising around Jinhyeok. Soon, he absorbed all the lightning that fell from the sky. But at the same time , different types of traps were activated from all sides at the same time. Even poison dart crossbow arrows. Kakakakang! The trap was not over. Hearing the sound of the metal being engaged, this time an arm holding a huge sword rose from under the bridge . It was a terrifying blow that made it seem as if his entire leg would be severed. However , Jinhyeok took a step back this time to avoid the attack. Arge wall of des was created right in front of his nose. Well, roughly like this . hey The further you go, the more diverse it will be. But, as you say, its annoying. If you recklessly waste your magic here, youll have a hard time with the boss. Thats right. So we have to find a way to break through the trap while preserving our mana. Did you think of something? Yes . Jinhyeok smiled strangely . I ve been experiencing with my own body what happens when you smile like this . No matter how much I do, Im not that good. In fact, I was going to do that. Even if I hadnt mastered the left hand sword, I was going to use it as bait and use it as a guinea pig for thebyrinth but it was really disappointing. Its that I have a truckload of friends to give to . Ill give you the first mission. Uuuuuu! The subspace inventory opened and small-sized Smanders came pouring in through the cracks. Did you call, master ? ? _ _ _ Hey can you see the end of the bridge over there? I see. Master. Go over there. Huh? Over there? Why? Smanders eyes widened. Its nothing special. You just have to go. My legs are a bit bad Just do that and Ill send you right back to the subspace with a warm campfire. MoDark fire? Its a bonfire from the red logs on the eighth floor. Its just a rice thief. It is the best special dish for the Smanders, who are famous for their fragrant and high-purity fire. Gulp! You can hear the sound of saliva running down your throat. Ah, I understand. Go right away. master. Keep your promise, be sure! Do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do C do C do . It didnt take long to get there. The Smander flew into the air and became a star in the sky. Hmm, did you dismantle the 5 traps? s gaze turned to the rest of the Spirit Beasts. The next applicant. Chapter 390 Episode 390 Yeopo Bongseon (β, ) (1) Numerous traps and guardians guarding thebyrinth have been broken through. The news soon reached Yeo-po, the owner of thebyrinth. Youre faster than I thought. The battle scene of Jinhyeok was shown in the bead that looked like Yeouiju. Of course, since it was a martial arts boss, I could only see fragments, but that alone was enough to figure out the opponents strength. Is this the video you heard when you just entered thebyrinth? Sherry, the middle manager next to her, opened her mouth. Yes. It was recorded exactly 6 days ago. We can assume that it is roughly this level and respond. Whoops. How is it? Doesnt it seem like its not enough to enjoy it? Well, he looks quite usable. The guy Im with isnt skilled enough to hold a sword for a day or two. It is understandable that only that number entered thebyrinth. but. Thats all. Even if it looked quite sharp, I had fought many times with enemies stronger than this. Compared to the heroes and deities of countless myths, including General Oh, whom I met again aftering to the tower, it is not enough to make my heart beat. Yeo Bu buried herself in a chair made of tiger skin with a sad expression on her face. Where are they located? ording to the scouting team, it is said that they approached the immediate vicinity. Hmm. Soon, well reach the entrance. Yes. Probably, at the level of those guys, the entrance will be blocked. Its they who are guarding the entrance right now. The adjutant bowed his head. Then Sherry, who was next to her, smiled strangely. It seems that the Labyrinth Lord looks down on those who areing now. What do you think is the reason I came here on purpose? You seem to be looking down on my lieutenants guarding the entrance to Sopae Castle. Sungyeom and Wiwol. Among L Bus generals, two famous for their bravery and savagery are these. As long as these two are together, the enemy will never . Kwaaaak! Gagging! With a scream, the gate of the castle was smashed. It was Chun Yoo-seong with a long sword drawn and Jin-hyeok spinning a dagger that appeared along with the smoke. How Lu Bus face twisted in shock. On the other hand, the smile on Sherrys lips grew even thicker. Thats why I said. You have to do your best. Huh. The wee ceremony is noisy. Isnt it? It was pretty good for a gatekeeper. It seems like you did a lot of self-introduction, but what was your name? I dont know . A ce located at the end of thebyrinth. deciduousness. As a symbol of Yeopos betrayal and revival, it feels breathless from the entrance. Two generals are defeated Protect General Lupo! Never let them into the square! Soldiers armed with red armor quickly surrounded the two with spears and shields. Right then. stop. The fox raised his hand. The movement of the soldiers, who seemed to be rushing at any moment like a lie, stopped. Before we begin, I want to ask you one question. Ask me. Ill answer as long as its not too personal. What the hell did you do? Ambush? Or is it the peculiar magic you outsiders have? Seongryeom and Wiwol have skills that make even quite a few boss monsters reluctant to deal with them. In particr, the pass of the two generals was fierce enough that their names were known even in the upper floors. But I never thought they would break through so futilely. Considering the battle shown at the beginning of thebyrinth, it ispletely iprehensible. Unless you used a cowardly number that wasnt normal. A lot of things happened while I came here. I also trained myself. In just a few days do you believe that youve grown so strong? Its been a few days Well, since I dont know whats going on in imaginary space, I have no choice but to think that way. Its time for a lot of things to happen in a few days. And. I dont know what the hell we looked at and judged, but in the first ce, we didnt even show the skills we saw from the time we entered thebyrinth. Looking at theme exnations, it seems that you guys are ashamed of your cowardly tricks as well. Anyway, Im guessing someone isnt full of muscles up to the head. It is admirable that it can be interpreted in such a way. Yoosung. That guy keeps cursing at us. Are you going to just listen? Its a curse only for you, not for us. Chun Yoo-seong drew a line with a single knife. However, I have a desire to leave that and fight against the strong men who dominated an era. Parts! A green wave gushed along Liuhua. A newly acquired sword and a newly learned swordsmanship. How far will this go beyond the middleyer? I was curious about it and it was hard to bear. If theres someone who wants to die first,e forward. Unlike the guy next to me, I wont look after you, so be prepared. Looking at Chun Yu-seong, who came out vigorously, Lu Bus eyebrows curled in a reverse shape. Are there no brave men among us who could cut that cheeky bastards head? Shin. Hwa-ung will cut you down with a single sword. No. Please leave it to this manager. Theres also a jangpae here. Legendary longevity who enjoyed a myth came forward. They were the strong generals who gathered after the arrival of the Tower of Trials, especially after Yeo Bu took the ce of the Labyrinth Master. Certainly, its not easy to see these members in one ce. If you like love, its probably a situation that will make your heart beat. Unless the main characters in longing point their spears at them. I need some help. No matter how strong that guy is, it would be impossible to deal with those three alone. Lets see. Of the two, if Im going to have a bit of a taste to deal with Ive decided. Jinhyeok immediately blocked the giant general. !? Hwa-woong looked at Jin-hyeok while holding the long spear. Mr., lets y with me. Wouldnt it be embarrassing if I yed 3-on-1 in a mean way? You dont have to rush orders, our general will deal with you personally. So wait quietly for your turn to die. Ehehe. I know that, but I need someone to warm up before the main game. Rx your body? You mean against this Hwa-ung? Hwa-woong, who was about to pass by inadvertently, stopped on the spot. A tendon sticking out. I was so angry that the spear in my hand trembled. Youre the one who measures yourbat power the most, right? Ill finish it before the cup of tea cools down, so feel free toe in. Ah. Cant you hear well because your beard covers your eardrums? Then, Ill go in first. Jinhyuk snapped his fingers. Ill kill you! You bastard who doesnt even have blood on his head! The provocation worked well. Hwa-woong changed direction and rushed toward Jin-hyeok. Booung! A heavy piercing sound hit my ear. Tremendous speed, incongruous for its size. The spears rushed like a torrent, leaving afterimages. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! However, Jinhyeok avoided all of these attacks with a single piece of paper. Its like saying that you can read anything like this. Kuh! Avoiding like a rat! Are you running away like a coward? Hmm I still dont know. Im not avoiding it because Ick strength. As soon as the words were finished, a vicious mana surged from Jinhyeoks body. If we end it too early, its just that our swordsman friend will go back to depressed mode again. However, seeing that he easily digested 2:1 by himself using the left-handed sword, it seemed that he didnt have to worry about that anymore. Theres no reason to procrastinate anymore. Jinhyeok released his magic. Cuckoo coo! Heaven Demon God. Its hard to even dare to guess the end. Originally, it was close to impossible to maintain this ability without the crown of defeat. Thanks to the help of the Heavenly Demon, she learned how to use the herbivore of the Heavenly Demon Goddess effectively. and the result. Nakilhwa is exactly this. A petal falling from the sky. Keuuk!? Hwaung raised his spear to defend himself. Of course, it was nothing more than a spear reinforced with a fair amount of air power. Crunchy! Hwa-woongs spear, which was trying to block the attack, bent like a piece of candy along with the space that copsed like a mountain. Of course, Hwa-ungs body under the window could not withstand the impact and fell to the ground. For an instant, a huge silence lingered inside the castle. Yeo-pos left arm and the strongest spear, which always brought about victory, was shattered by Il-soo, so of course I was shocked. Isnt it a coincidence that Seongryeom and Wiwol lost? The thing that surprised me the most was Yeo-po. Until now, I thought Jinhyeoks level was a few steps down. It has beenpletely overturned. In addition, Chun Yu-seong, who was dealing with Jang-pae and Jang-ryo, also had a much higher skill than expected. Really, did you mean this when you said it was dangerous? Yes. I have a history of causing trouble to the Towers managers several times. But this surpasses even my expectations. Even Sherry, who came to warn her, couldnt hide her nervousness. I was proud of knowing Jin-hyeoks danger better than anyone else. Somehow, in the past few days, he had be more and more of a monster. Okay. I guess Ill have to stop joking around here. The fox rose from her seat. Each troop unfolds a wheeled battle and thoroughly take away their physical strength. No matter how strong the enemy is, there will be no answer to the endless numbers. From now on, I will clearly tell you why thisbyrinth boasted of being impregnable. thud! thud! thud! When Yeo Bus order was given, soldiers armed with iron armor poured in. Ham Jin-young (ꇠI). It is a heavy infantry corps made up of elite soldiers. Befitting the nickname of always capturing the camp, the movement unfolded like a ruler. 1 group of 5 people. Each small corpsposed of 5 can maximize efficiency as a corps and at the same time respond quickly and agilely. Dont be vignt. The enemy who defeated General Hwaung! Exodus! The spears flew between the shield and the shield. It was an attack that felt the will to take away mobility by targeting the arms, thighs, and ankles rather than inflicting fatal wounds. however. Lu Bu of the world became the Master of the Labyrinth, and he became needlessly cautious. Doing such a naive thing. I came here expecting a slightly hotter luby. Jinhyeok didnt avoid the attack. There was no need to . Kwa -kwa- kwa -kwa- kwa! There was no meaning to the dustproof there. The iron armor was smashed and the spear and shield were bent like toys. Truly an overwhelming force. Jinhyeok cut the sword steel loaded on the barnard crosswise. Pupperpuck! Come on, general Sah, save me. Please. Its a monster Thats a monster! The soldiers in a state of panic retreated. Not a single one could stand up to a catastrophe like a natural disaster. Taking out a sword here was not courage, but brute force. Dont hide behind ande out directly. Otherwise, all your men will get hurt. Jinhyeok snapped his finger backwards. Chapter 391 Episode 391. L Bu Fengshen (β, ) (2) Name: L Bu Bongshen Gender: Male Age: Unknown Level: 212 Strength 155 Agility 113 Stamina 120 Horsepower 30 Horseback Riding 203 Possessed Stat Points: 0 upation: Spearman Inherent Ability: Red y Horse Riding Skill: Battle Fire Lv29 Strong Stamina Lv28 Berser Lv27 Spear of Betrayal Lv27. [Copying conditions: A character that eats betrayal enough to cut down its stepfather. Even so, the military force L Bu, who boasts the strongest in the Three Kingdoms, was a warrior who had everything he needed to survive. However, he also has one fatal weakness. Refer to history and prepare traps based on your opponents weakness. If you break the opponentsposure like that, you will be able to copy one of the targets unique abilities and skills.] Red y Horse Riding (R). It is a unique ability ranked at the top among horseback riding abilities. I was already familiar with spearmanship, so I didnt really need it, but red y riding was a skill I wanted to acquire in many ways. Jinhyeok, who was reading the conditions for copying, smiled as if he expected it. As expected, if its a woman, thats it. I didnt know anything else, but I expected the conditions to copy Lu Bus abilities. In fact, in preparation for this time, I prepared items for conversion at the coin exchange beforeing here. All stages are now set up. I dont need small pikes. Tick tock. Jinhyeoks provocation was directed at Yeopo. The air became colder than before. Its interesting! I wasnt sure when I killed Hwa-ung, but that power! Yes, he must have learned to be cursed. His cool-headed appearance from a moment ago was gone, but instead, his eyes were glistening with madness. As if to say that this is his true form, bloody fighting spirits flowed from Lu Bus body. This one is my food. You guys take care of the other one. Okay. Dont worry about that and enjoy yourself. Gosun, who hadnt moved yet, led the bodyguards to Cheon Youseong. If you send that thing as it is, the bnce of power will copse. At other times, I wouldnt have cared about whether that leech died or not, but in order to achieve the copying condition this time, I definitely needed the existence of Chun Yu-seong. never let it die Kuk! Jinhyeok reflexively tried to throw himself. But Quaang! !? Jinhyeoks body was thrown out. Yeo Bu swung the Bangcheongeuk and blocked the road. Dont sell your eyes. It looks like you havent been able to use that ability properly yet. If you take your time, youll be cut to pieces. ? Have you ever fought someone who uses the Heavenly Demon Art? Ive met you once before. Kagagagak! Barnard and Bangcheonguk collided, sparks shooting up in all directions. Agglutination of Baekcheok Gandu. Jinhyeoks body rotated clockwise. Quaang! The attack aimed at the side was blocked by the spear. At the same time, Lu Bu swung his Bangcheongeuk in three directions. The ground cracked like rags. It was terrifying power, but the center of gravity did not copse in the slightest. It was inevitable to say that Yeo-pos dance, which perfectlybines karate and defense, is iparable. It wouldnt be easy to shake it off with 2-star air power. Then Jinhyeok opened the subspace. Yes. Give me an order. A girl with blue hair and a pair of short spears appeared. Frey. Help that guy over there and clean up the small things. Yooseong will deal with the annoying ones, so you just have to take care of the small ones. Cleaning it all Its not difficult. The odds are confirmed at 99.85%. And. Go and tell him to check the subspace inventory. I sent you a present. Dont forget to hand over this note. If he refuses, just say video. Then, be quiet. Yes. Ill tell you that. Frey nodded and headed straight to the ce where Cheon Yuseong was. What? This girl? Cheeky! How do you know a battlefield Gagging? The soldiers of Ham Jin-young, who looked down on the frail body of Frey, soon experienced hell. It was impossible to stop Frey from digging inside. Perpuck! hooked! The javelin moved like lightning, stabbing any soldier in sight. It was not easy even chasing Freys shadow, even though he covered his vitals with his shield and counterattacked with his spear and sword. In an instant, more than twenty soldiers became cold corpses. Even so, Freys momentum did not soften in the slightest. fault. fault! Moved swiftly like a weasel and dug into the enemys weakest point. One of the adjutants, who had a hole in his neck, stumbled and fell. It was only natural that the soldiers led by the adjutant were annihted after wandering around. HomunCulus. Yeo-po widened her eyes. How could that object be in a ce like this no, how could it get into the hands of a single yer? Sherry also muttered in disbelief. good. I think Frey would be enough over there Now its time to decorate the highlight of thisbyrinth. that buck Jinhyeok stepped in front of Yeopo. Yes. I guess you and I will have to decide the match yourself. Yeopo also stepped forward, holding onto the Bangcheonguk. Quaang! Bang Cheung-geuk and Barnard collided head-on. If it weremon sense, it would be impossible topete with a sacral relic that weighs over hundreds of kilos and a tiny dagger. It was normal for it to be smashed even if it was brushed against. But that was a story when it was an ordinary battle. It was far from normal now. Quaang! It was grotesque for Jinhyeok, who was at most 180cm tall, to push a gigantic Yeopo over 3.5m tall. Quaang! After barely parrying the dagger that came from the right side, Yeo Bu was hit squarely by a kick from the other side this time. The body bounced close to 10m. Lu Bu jumped up from her seat and leaped to the side. Kwaaang! A huge crater appeared where I was standing just before. What the hell what the hell is this monster? As the battle continued, L Bu felt his lips burn tighter. bang! Quaang! Kakakakang! A battle so fast that you cant see it. Its hard. It is to receive each sum. I wasnt this strong in martial arts before. It was never like this! I had memories of fighting what was called the Heavenly Demon God in the past, but its different from this. Seeing youre flustered. It looks like youve been fighting with a fake who trained poorly somewhere. Dont go anywhere else and talk recklessly about the Heavenly Demon Art. There wont be any chance for that anyway. Today, history will be repeated here where people died miserably while stabbing others in the back for the rest of their lives. Its true that I underestimated your abilities, but I havent shown my true abilities yet. So, erase that arrogant smile. It makes me want to slit your lips. Yeopo looked at Jinhyeok with eyes full of life. at the same time. Pants! with red sparks. A huge horse appeared next to Lu Bu. Every red soil that can be said to be the symbol of Yeopo. Gulp! Lu Bu took out the leather pouch she was carrying in her bosom, opened the stopper, and drank the contents inside. A stream of silver water ran down his throat. [You drank the Moon Spring Water!] [All stats temporarily increase by 300%!] [Lu Bu activates his unique ability Red Land Riding!] [ Due to the heros specialization Phase 2 begins!] A red status window appears one after another. Yeo-po, who handles Bang Cheonhwa-geuk, is more terrifying than tens of thousands of soldiers. However, L Bu is invincible with a red horse running a thousand li in a day. Jeezerit! Heavy magic power was transmitted through Jinhyeoks skin. It was notparable to the hidden Sun Spring Water, but the Moon Spring Water also possessed an effect that could be called fraudulent. Instead of gnawing away at the drinkers magic and physical strength, it allows them to disy unbelievable power for a short period of time. I see. Its a game Ive seen from now on. Quaang! The new type of lupus has disappeared. In an instant, Yeo-po, who caught Jin-hyuks back, raised the bangcheon-geuk high. Boooooong! Jinhyeok missed the attack with a piece of paper. But what awaited him was a merciless stab. Dozens of spears aimed at a single point came crashing down, almost at the same time. Hi-eeing! The red horse ran wild, making it difficult to read the trajectory of the spear. Now its barely worth catching up to. Yeopo teased the window with a more rxed expression. The mobility of the horse and the attack aimed at the high RBI were definitely tricky. When this happens, it bes more and more difficult to drive them into a dying state . I didnt want to use more than 2 stars if possible, but I cant help it. Even if you overdo it, you have to take it thoroughly and press it. Roaring! The sword steel on Barnard grew thicker. FYI I havent done it right up until now either. The third ceremony of the Heavenly Demon Goddess. The Cheonmas Dokmunjeol, which is said to be the most splendid in the three meals. It explodes the mana it possesses within its body and recreates a mind sword that splits heaven and earth in an instant. Chunhwa Iso (컨) The white-dyed lines drew soft curves. dangerous! L Bus instincts gave the highest warning. My body reacted before I thought I should avoid it. Awesome! A long stream of blood gushed from the nape of the red horses neck. If it was even a littlete, it would not have been cut, but the horses neck would have beenpletely ripped off. Hee-yi-ing! Such a bastard! The enraged Lu Bu squeezed out all his strength. A stream of red magic gushed out along the arcade. Doo doo doo! A blow with the horses speed and weight. starting with it. A fierce battle unfolded that could not bepared to the moment before. Everyone back off! Eh, if you get involved, youll all die! Oh my God, how could such a fight Those who were watching from afar hurriedly opened their distance. If you step foot in a storm like that while staring at it, you will be torn to death. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! Jeolcho aiming for each others lives. All I could hear was the shing of des. How much time had passed like that? Ha ha ha Ugh. Uhh kuck. Cool The long battle was over, but there was no victory. Breathing became rough and the whole body was drenched in sweat. Because he put all his strength into each attack, the time spent on his stamina was much faster . It staggered. Right .now. Jinhyeok sent the signal he had prepared. Sabakk. A soft sound apanied by a delicate scent of flowers lingered around the battlefield. Smooth ck hair and oriental beauty. It was like a single flower. Ah An earthquake urred in Lu Bus pupils. This unique body odor and appearance. There is no doubt. I fell in love with her so much even in my lifetime. Even aftering to the Tower of Trials, I was looking for her again and again. Ah Kaang! The reason why I kicked everything and locked myself in thisbyrinth even though I had it. It was all because of Hastings promise to let me meet Cho-sun again. And Cho-sun, dressed in a gorgeously decorated white dress, half-covered her face. He stopped there and said, Kill it. Kang Jin-hyeok. I dont know anything else, but I will definitely kill you. Cho-seon, no, Cheon Yoo-seong red at Jin-hyeok as if to kill him. Chapter 392 Chapter 392. L Bu Bongseon (β, ) (3) Ah ah L Bu stretched out his big, rough hand. Towards Cheon You-seong disguised as Cho-seon or Cho-seon. The disguise was close to perfect thanks to being so tired and properly using the items Jinhyeok bought from the coin exchange. Frena Undine was excluded from the nominations because they didnt have the beauty unique to the East, but that choice was correct. No matter how much the western appearance is fixed at the coin exchange, there is a limit. some kind of numbness. okay. Because that detail wascking. On the other hand, the original edition of Cheon Yoo-seong had the most suitable base for creating Chosun. If only a few masculine traits were removed . Big. Then I invested a few coins, of course it should be this much. Jinhyeok looked at the sad reunion of the two with a satisfied smile on his face. Kill. Kill. Kill. Hey. Youre almost done, but bear with it a little longer. Ill let you cut or slice as you wishter. Of course, I did not forget to add a word to Cheon Yoo-seong, who was pouring curses. Ugh! Chun Youseong bit his teeth and covered his face with a fan made of feathers. If you keep your mouth shut, there is no chance that Lu Bu will notice. Cho, Choseon is it really you? Its true that you came here. The fox walked slowly forward. [Inherited ability Realm of Wind is activated.] Jinhyeok evoked the wind moderately. Shootaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa wind. His long straight ck hair, braided into two pigtails, was blowing in the wind. Even the prepared petals were blown properly, creating a truly dreamy climax. Chosun Chosun Chosun! cooong! one step. cooong! One more step. As the distance got closer, Lu Bus back became more and more defenseless. The struggle of a person who gave up everything, no, a person who threw everything for one purpose. Those pitiful and sorrowful steps Whoa, this is so. Jinhyuk let out a long sigh. Its really a pity .Damn it. Its good to stab. Regardless of whether its heroic or nabal. If you get hit in the back of the head, you have no choice but to go to one room. There just isnt such an easy prey. [Copying conditions have been met.] [Sessfully copied the unique ability Red Land Riding.] [Red Land Riding] Difficulty to obtain: S Description: Ability specialized for horseback riding All stats are increased by 30% when mounted with . However, depending on the proficiency of the unique ability, the increase can be increased up to 100%. In addition, he seeded in copying his abilities, so there was nothing to be offended about. Roaring! The sword steel carried on Barnard shone dazzlingly. If he hesitated any longer, he might be raped by that gigantic beast. If such a tragedy urred, he would have to live with the pursuit of the Sword Saint forever. For a clean finale, we need to move now. Great, General! Back look behind! The adjutants shouted, but it was toote. It was because Yeo-po, who hadpletely lost her mind, couldnt even hear those words. Moreover, the soldiers who were sweating from dealing with Frey couldnt even dare to approach Yeo Bu. Jinhyeok, who was elerated through Gumma Cheonryeongbo, caught Yeopos back at once. fast and silently. Barnard reached for the nape of Lu Bus neck. But just then Caang! A blue curtain opened and Barnard was blocked by something. It cant end like this. Sherry interrupted. you? They say hes the assistant of General Lupo The general is losing his eyes for a moment, so Ill deal with him until hees to his senses. Hes a helper. Havent you heard of the myth of the Three Kingdoms being mixed with different races? Thats because this ce isnt a myth, its a tower of trials. where anything can happen. It was something that happened all the time. But in the words that follow Really? Hmm. Thats strange. From my point of view, no matter how I look at it, hes a manager. He looks like an intermediate level. That, how!? An earthquake urred in Sherrys pupils. Since he was a mid-level manager who had never been active outside, there would be no way for ordinary yers to know his identity. But how can the person in front of you see through the identity of the person in front of you as if it were natural? In an instant, hisposure was broken, and the power in his hands was released. and that gap. thank you. There was no way Jinhyuk would miss it. fault. ah! Before Sherry could do anything, Jinhyeok passed by her. The distance narrowed in the blink of an eye. Lu Bu is seen reaching out and trying to remove Chun Yu-seongs fan. You can also see that Chun Yu-seong is doing everything he can to block it. Those rough hands are stroking the nape of her neck and back, but from Chun Yoo-seongs point of view, she would feel goosebumps all over her body and want to die. Cho-seon Cho-seon! Ohhhh! No! So please give me that hand Whats wrong. Im Yeo Po. Your lover, Yeo Po! X-foot. Get out of here! I would like to enjoy this situation a little more if possible. If you sell the video youre saving right now to funerals or variousmunities, people who will throw nk checks wille to the truck. but. The risky tug-of-war ends here. Quickly I cant stand it any longer. Quickly! There is no chance that Cheon You-seong will defeat Lu Bu with simple physical strength. great job. This is true. Awesome! A sword reinforced with sword steel pierced Lu Bus back. Red blood spurted out. however. !? The sword could not pierce the heart. To be precise, it prated right 5 cm away from the heart. Damn it Jinhyuk turned his head backwards. Whoa! If you knew I was an administrator, you should have known that I had this much power. Sherry. Even though youve been exposed as a goddamn manager, youre still intervening like this? If I used the managers authority recklessly, I wouldnt be able to handle the aftermath? I do it because I have the confidence to handle it. And if you can afford to worry about me, wouldnt it be better for you to worry about yourself? Cho-seon its not Cho-seon! Enraged, Lu Bu grabbed Chun Yu-seongs neck with both hands. How dare you y a prank on me. Ill break that neck like a chickens neck! Quadduk! Gagging! Chun Yoo-seongs eyes were bloodshot due to his terrifying grip. Stop! Hes not my precious money Hes my one and only colleague! [The Heavenly Demon Goddess Heavenly Demon Priesthood is activated!] Kwaaang! The womans body was slumped to the ground. If it was just a little toote, Chun Yuseong would have died. Kuluk kuk. Heo-eok. Heo-eok. Your face is okay? No, your body is fine. Is your face okay? You are a property. In your eyes, this is fineAh, it looks cool! I see. Why do you do such crazy things and throw peoples self-esteem to hell. Damn it! No, I thought it was the perfect n. Copy abilities and finish the job neatly. In addition, a secret video is added. I firmly believed that it was an operation that kills three birds with one stone. Okay. Ill do it my way from now on. Aww. Chun Yoo-seong tore the skirt that was getting in the way. Holding the sword with both hands, he calmed down again. Im going to kill that bastard, you just watch. Before he had time to say anything, Chun Yoo-seong flew forward. Caang! Kakakakakang! Bang Cheon-geuk and Ryu Hwa crossed in a dizzying way in the air. Yeo-po, who runs amok, has lost her temper due to anger. Koooooo! Because of this, he pushed forward with an attack as if he didnt mind getting hurt on his body. Chun Yoo-seong would be worth a try if wepeted one-on-one, but the manager wouldnt let it go. If there is support, Chun Yoo-seong will be in danger of dying again. Then Remove the manager. Target conversion was immediate. Quaang! While Chun Yoo-seong was dealing with Yeo-po, Jin-hyeok was aiming for Sherry. Ha! Are you serious? A yer or something dares point a knife at the manager? If youre a manager whos faithful to his job, youll just let it go, but if youre out of the system and act as you like, youll have to be punished. Its ridiculous. If we knew that we would be weak just because we were watching, it would be a big mistake. Sherry brought out a pair of red daggers. It is a kind of anticipation that seems unusual even at a nce. Is it made from the teeth of a red dragon Of course, I know very well that you are not weak. It is also that they are simply unable to fight properly due to the limitations of the system. Even so, being confident like this means that there is a calction that its okay to act as you like. Its not something to do at the level of a senior manager. higher up Jinhyeoks clenched fist gained even more strength. Nyathotep. The bastard, who could move freely on the stairs, must have been ying a trick on something. Its probably using an expedient, not illegal method, but Anyway, as one of the beings who knows the most secrets in the entire tower, this incident also has a moreplicated backstory than an ordinary raid. Most likely, there will be only one. So youre saying youre going to get the spring water for sure. Were the beings on the 50th floor looking for it too? Based on the information Jinhyeok had, he threw a bait. I have no idea what youre talking about. Are you saying theres something else here besides lunar spring water? Sherry tilted her head as if hearing it for the first time. However, Jinhyeok immediately noticed the slightly trembling left corner of his eye. [Mid-level Manager Sherry A Wood Elf with a beautiful appearance. 168 cm. As a closebat type, it is famous for neatly handling its duties. My favorite food is Bevera Im Yukhoe. As a special feature, the left corner of the eye trembles about 5-6 times when lying] This is why it is important to know information in advance. If I hadnt met Sherry during the Tower of Trials in the past, I would have let this reaction go. On the surface, you want to find Chosun. While thinking that thisbyrinth is an important strategic point, he roasts and boils the follicles. Behind the scenes, he was working hard to protect and find the Spring of the Sun flowing somewhere in thebyrinth. So does Northern Europe. Same with the 50th floor. So are the managers. Anyway, everyone is busy taking care of themselves. Still, thanks to you, Ive been able to figure out how to use the Sun Spring water. If you do well, you will be able to stand in the most advantageous position among the various forces. thanks to that You speak as if you know the location of the spring water. Sherry fixed her dagger as if she was dumbfounded. Hearing bullshit is disgusting, so he thinks hell put an end to it in a hurry. Yeah. It would be hard to believe if I just said it slickly. But I have no intention of responding kindly. It ended up being hostile anyway Because the manager wanted to give the yer a catastrophic experience this time around. Looks like youre pretty good at handling daggers, but Ill give you an eye-level education on how to do it. Come and see. Cheeky! Ill cut that tongue first! Sherry started the attack first. Chapter 393 Episode 393. Tangled thread (1) Sun Spring Water is originally one of the special items to protect Yggdrasil. but. Theres no way the beings on the 50th floor ordered Sherry toe here for that reason. From their point of view, there was no reason to protect Ragnarok or to make a deal with them under the pretext of the spring water. If thats the case then you want the spring water of the sun for another reason. It is clear that there is another purpose to obtain it even at the risk of such a risk. was it something like that? Jinhyeok thought quietly. Conditional anomaly quest Apocalypse. Originally, it was an event that only urred when entering the 40th floor, but the conditions have been drastically changed. Well, its because I never touched their hearts like this in the past. No matter what you do, youll feel like a thorn in the eye of course. Anyway, I dont have much time. Sooner orter, the deadline promised to Thor Loki is approaching. In addition, Olympuss pursuit is intensifying, so we must move even faster. Suk. The center of gravity is slightly forward. The hand holding Barnard in reverse gradually gained strength. Where should we y properly after a long time? Quaang! The Heavenly Demons Ruler Limbo, which is said to be the end of walking and divinew. It was also unfolded using a whopping 5-star air power. An iparable storm swept through the inside of the castle. but. Kaaang! Sherry took the surprise attack from behind. Still Im really surprised you havent given your all. [Sherry activates her unique ability Hexa Sword!] A power that is passed down only to very few people among the Wood Elves. It is an ability that drastically raises resistance to opposite attributes. okay. Thats what bothered this elf. When dealing with abilities such as the Dark attribute or the Heavenly Demon Spirit. Sherrys own ability increases dramatically. It means that the stronger you press, the more you grow ordingly. In addition to the basic body specs, there was no other way to express it other than saying that it was really picky. Caang! A blow with speed added to its unique lightness. Sherry pressed Jinhyeok, leaving afterimages on the afterimage. I know that you are strong. I know that many strong people have died in front of you. Sherry had a fishy smile on her face. I caught up with Jinhyeok. However, my ability is specialized in catching such strong people. If you use Swords Grave or Heavens Magic as your main focus, a contradiction arises that puts the situation at a disadvantage. However, if you throw away your unique strengths, thats like tying your own ankles and fighting. Either way I have an advantage. Above all, this fight is not about winning, just wasting time. I have already released the information to Olympus. Jin-hyeok, who worked with Ragnarok, is here looking for something. In the end, sooner orter, residents and rankers under themand of Olympus wille crashing into this ce. Tsut to me! Sherrys eyes turned to the side. No matter how much he activated the hexa sword, the opponent was too strong to be caught off guard. Its not for nothing that the people above are on guard. Because I missed Jinhyeok out of sight twice in a short time. fast. but. Booung! The red dagger followed as if predicting the route. The two rotating red daggers intersected diagonally. flinch Jinhyeok sharply changed the direction he was going and widened the distance. Is there a tracking effect attached? Yes. I can catch all the slightest movements. I see, its like a sword made from the teeth of a red dragon. Even if its Hetzling. Jinhyeoks reaction made Sherrys eyebrows curve in reverse. At this point, with an expression that said he was not praying. Really. Theres nothing you dont know. You are you really a yer? Isnt it like a hidden manager? I tend to hear that quite a lot. But, Im not a manager. Jinhyuk shrugged. Ah! And now that this has happened, let me ask you one thing. Jinhyeok calmly induced the question. There was something I kept wondering about. Why did the Wood Elves, who are famous for being aloof, abandon the managers honor and go under the 50th floor? What is the wish you want to achieve by doing so? To keep the tower in bnce? Or to fulfill a personal wish? What did they promise to take this risk? Youre curious about something that has nothing to do with fighting. It could have a lot to do with it. I know the history of your race. ! If you say that again Why? Youre going to kill me with that knife? Hmm But, is it possible with your skills? Thats it You can check it from now on. Dark flesh flowed from Sherrys body. Shook! At the same time that Shin Hyeong disappeared, Jin Hyuk swung Barnard roughly. Caang! Looks like Ive touched the yoke. the speed went up a notch. Kakakang! No, it went up two levels. Now it is to the extent that the location can be predicted by the wind blowing across the ground. however. Pod! Fast is the same here. Increase the speed further with the region of wind. Suppresses the opponents ability with nihilism. Jinhyeok and Sherry moved like crazy and collided in the air. Jinhyeok and Sherry moved like crazy and collided in the air. In the eyes of others, all they could see were colorful fireworks rising in an empty space. one sum two sum. and seventy-two sums. In less than a minute, countless jeolcho came and went. Kuk! Sherry clicked her tongue. A long stream of blood spurted from the wound that had brushed his shoulder. This is the 5th wound already. No matter how much he increased his speed and used his swordsmanship mixed with paint, he was being caught by his opponent. Its fast and sharp, but itcks realbat experience. How dare you. A human who cant live less than 100 years discusses experiences with me? Sherrys fever red, and she swung her dagger more vigorously. neck chest. ship. It stabs visible footsteps. Of course, an attack made in a state of excitement is easier to read. Kagagagak! Jinhyeok used Barnards beveled de to send all the flying knives away. Experience doesnt just mean number of times. Confrontation with the strong A realization that can only be obtained by oveing countless frustrations and despair. And beyond all that. You should be able to enjoy the process sadistically. Only then can we call it an experience. Its not toote now. Just give up and hand over what youre holding in your hand. Then maybe your life can be saved. You mean to give me my sword? A good weapon is more than one. You can kill it and take it away, but among the mid-level managers, youre pretty close. A sword made from a red dragons teeth is quite desirable. I already have Barnard in my right hand, so I dont need both, but Im sure I could use one. I dont make the same offer twice. In other words, this is mercy for thest time. Gulp. Dry saliva goes down my throat. My father told me to keep an eye on him, but thats what he meant. The one who was holding his breath in a translucent state was none other than one of the gods of Olympus. It was Hermes. I arrived here first after hearing about Ragnaroks n through Sherry. As expected, things were going more exciting than expected. He unterally destroyed Sherry, a mid-level manager who said that one yer was stronger than most heroes. Until now, there were only rumors, so I thought there were a lot of exaggerated parts mixed in. Seeing it myself, I know for sure. Rumors are not exaggerated in the slightest. Rather, it was reduced in order not to lose this attractive yer. Whats so bad about a monster like that that he joined hands with a dying force Hermes seemed to be sorry. You tasted it. In my mind, the thought of wanting to make them their apostles filled my head. Its too wasteful to throw it away like this If he could get his hands on yers like that, it was certain that finishing Ragnarok would be much easier. Right then. This? Whoops! Blue gates began to appear inside the Sopa Castle. A feast of powerful magic that transcends cognition. The advance party of Olympus had arrived. Unfortunately, this is the end. Our only hope was to finish it before reinforcements arrived. Hermes turned around as if he didnt need to look any further. It would be enough for Zeus to report only what has happened so far. And hurry up and start tracking Odin. If I do nothing more, I will be aughing stock in front of all the gods. There was something more urgent than a fight whose oue had already been decided. The shoes that allowed me to fly gently crossed the air. Cooung! Chunk! Warriors armed with colorful armor came out of the gate. Huh-huh! I told you so. Time is on my side. Sherry breathed heavily and burst into madness. It seems that the hard work of enduring anding this far has finally borne fruit. Middle manager. The poor-looking man who represented the advance party lowered his head. Like Lu Bu, he was Theseus who was ranked as a hero. Youre here before its toote. Yes. I was able toe just in time thanks to your prompt information. Theseus nced the other way. The confrontation between Cheon Yoo-seong and Yeo-po was already leaning towards Chun You-seong but it would only be for a moment. If Olympus vanguard joins in, the bnce will quickly copse. Now there is only one thing left. Ill just have to deal with that person. Thats right. Hes a person who disturbs the bnce of the tower, so be sure to capture him alive. How did he get more information than our managers? We need to find out. All right. Theseus raised his sword and shield. [Orpheuss Lyra is activated!] [Wide area healing begins!] [From now on, all beings in alliance with Olympus will recover +10 HP per second.] [Duration: 0h:4m :59s] Shoot ah. The wounds on Sherrys body began to heal rapidly. Middle managers and heroes. And up to 30 elite soldiers and top-notch relics specialized in capture. Thispletely turned the situation around. Jinhyeok, who has already fought fiercely once, and Cheon Yooseong, who is on the defensive, will have no way to reverse this situation. Frey was also strong, but he was busy dealing with the spirited soldiers. After all, it was only a matter of time. In the end, its just a matter of time. Jinhyeoks defeat was decided. That wasmon sense, and that was the natural order of things. I believed so. Jinhyuks face still overflowed withposure. I didnt give up. I dont even intend to win against an army like this. What is it? Its not like I lost my mind in despair. No, its not like that Actually, Im not here alone either. [The gate is open!] A golden gate appeared in the air on the other side. Unique sentences resembling the moon were dizzyingly revealed. That pattern An earthquake urred in Theseuss pupils. How could I not know? Its the trademark of the godhead who has yed a trick on them countless times in wars so far. Hey the moon. Whoops! With those words, the gate waspletely opened. Now its my turn to rescue the contractor! What appeared was Ataraxias blood rtive and Alice, who had left for Eden. Ha ha ha! Its finally time to pay back! And they were giants and deities belonging to Ragnarok. Chapter 394 Episode 394. A tangled skein of thread (2) Kukukukuku! Lightning and sparks. As various mana condensed in one ce, the entirebyrinth shook. I waited long. Yes. Its finally time for a counterattack. Ill send them all to Valha. Warriors in Ragnarok exposed their mrs. Territory is being trampled upon miserably. The past years when I lost countless colleagues and residents under mymand. Its time to return the resentment that pierced him to the bone 100 times. This, what the heck Sherry stammered, embarrassed. I never dreamed that I would intervene in Ragnarok at this timing. Running away to the corner of the 41st floor to prolong their pitiful lives was the reality they faced. The Olympus vanguard, Theseus, was shocked as well. Captain Theseus! Theyre giants on the side! Thor, theres even Thor and Loki! How how are we supposed to respond? The panicked soldiers shouted at Theseus. It was true that 30 or so elites were enough to organize Jinhyeok and thete Inmul Corporation. Even if it didnt work, it was possible to wait until the main army arrived. However, dealing with thisrge number of enemies waspletely unnned. Theseus quietly clenched his fists. Did they calcte that we woulde Ever since they first came to thebyrinth, they must have assumed all the variables, including Yeo Bu and themselves. Otherwise, I couldnt have thought of calling Heimdall at this timing. You guys like to move in a small group of advance guards. Jinhyuk shrugged. Yes. The rat in the poisonwe were. I waspletely caught up in the outside world. however. Sreung! Dont be arrogant about joining hands with cowards. We were the ones who wiped them out from the front line in the first ce. Hmm. A hundred per day is no problem, right? But what? Isnt Theseus the only monster here right now? Boooooong! As soon as the words were finished, a terrifying shriek rang out. Pachichi Chick! The Norse god of thunder appeared with a blue spark. It was Thor. Mjolnir, praised as the strongest hammer, soared high into the air. You guys! A Greek child! Long time no see! Wow! Hammer and sword collided. A sonic boom caused the ground on which Theseus stood to sink. A huge amount of dust rose into the sky. And from that point, numerous giants began to move. cooong! cooong! cooong! Koooooo! Kuaaa! A huge stick cut through the air mercilessly. Keah! Pi, avoid! The warriors armed with shields were crushed by the blow. No matter how strong the armor was, it couldnt surpass the strength of giants over 10 meters tall. Sweep them all away! Khaha! Ill give you a lot of pieces! Warriors with axes ran like crazy. It was to finish off the enemies running away like mudfish under the protection of giants. In an instant, the battlefield turned into a sea of blood. Screams and shouts resonated in my eardrums. As the situation came to a head, Theseus brought out onest move. Astmollis! I grant permission for the liberation of divine beasts! Ive been waiting for those words. A Then . Umm ! ! Hi-ing! It was at that time that the horses cry was heard. The white Pegasus rushed towards Theseus, dodging the giants bats. Not only excellent maneuverability, but also a deceptive ability that allowed free airbat. This is what Olympus is capable of. He is the proudest god beast. Theseus, riding on Pegasus, shook off Thor at once and dug in between the giants. Are you running away ! Ill deal with you again next time. Theseus headed for the fire giants scruff. Dodging the flying arm. Suddenly ! He cut off his head. One , two Every time the Pegasus roamed among the giants, a waterfall of blood gushed out. Shoot the bow! Since there is a difference in the distance, we have no choice but to be defeated one-sidedly. Unlike before, the airflow around the battlefield was about to change strangely. But then . Different elements dormant in the six visions. I was just going to watch it quietly, but if I bring out such a fraudulent thing, I have no choice but to step in . Apletely different energy slowly rose . Did you think that magic would work on Pegasus? Its a bit disappointing to think its just magic This will be a little different from normal. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Fire and ice fell on the flying Pegasuss head . Since it was over , the hit rate was approaching 80% . Only Theseus and a few of the strongest warriors managed to survive the bombardment. How can magic of this power be so powerful that Pegasus cant stand it? They are, of course, the divine beasts of that species. They are the ones who can withstand the magic bombardment of the Pandemonium Liches. But what Theseus overlooked is the fact that there are magic-type yers stronger than hundreds of Liches. Tolerance is just that the strength to endure is superior to that of others. It s not like hes immune at all. Blue magic arose in Jinhyeoks left hand. Parts. Red mes gushed out of his right hand. shing! Tell it to Zeus . Conquering Yggdrasil would be impossible. And between the two magics, Daylight became a ray of light and crossed the air. One ray of white light changed everything. Damn it. damn it Damn it Sherry swears. The situation is already out of control. All thats left is to admit failure and run away. But. Would it be that simple? If you fail this mission, youll die anyway. . Nyathotep is not so tolerant of failure, especially if he ruins the work he is working so hard on. Even if he is really lucky and survives, it will be impossible to maintain connections with the top tier. Sherrys eyes turned to Jinhyeok. If it wasnt for that hateful human being no, if that human was just a human being who was easy to take advantage of like everyone else, he would have obtained the Spring of the Sun by properly using carrots and sticks . I will prepare a number that can be ordered. If Jin-hyeok, who is hiding quietly, aims at the timing to find the fountain of the sun, there is still a possibility to turn the situation around. But . Im sorry, but I cant leave it like that. The contractor didnt ask to let you go. A creepy voice came from behind Sherrys back. !? Who is it! Sherry hurriedly flung herself to the side. Apparently, she was hiding in a corner away from the battlefield. Until she heard a voice, she couldnt feel any sign . You To be exact! A shade fell over Sherrys face. Ellis von Ataraxia. Except for the 50th floor, the monster she didnt want to fight the most appeared in front of her eyes. . Do you know me? Theres no way you dont know. The origin of Ataraxia, which was once shunned by the great powers and deities of the upper echelons. Hmm? What am I? Among all the Jinjos I said I was the strongest. Try more. Yes? Try more. hurry. How strong, how beautiful, and how great I am, I have spare time for the next three hours, so recite it thoroughly. As if taking revenge on Jinhyeok for not being acknowledged so far, Elise pushed Sherry even more. Are you kidding me now? No, am I serious? My ears are dripping with honey, so hurry up and do some more. Elise jumped in ce like a child. Until the end! great. No matter how much you lose your power, you wont be able to do it like before. I wont be easily defeated either. Sherry grabbed the dagger and took a fighting stance. You really want to fight? Its going to be over with just a dagger, but hes trying to make it bigger. [Trait Blood Lord activated!] What. If you really want to drink beeju, you have to make it drink. Watch carefully with those eyes . I wonder if Im not as good as I used to be. Drops of red blood gushed from the ground into the sky . It s Sherrys side, Alice will take care of it If you take care of Theseus, its the best, but thatll be a bit difficult. As long as Im riding the Pegasus, Ill be able to get out somehow. But it doesnt matter. Even if we get out of here and call for Olympus support, the situation will already be over by the time they arrive. All they can find is an empty small pae castle . It seems to be doing it. Its really great, its great. Youre the only one who can fight so well even wearing a skirt. Are you do you really want to die? Cheon Yoo-seong stopped fighting and red at Jin-hyeok as if he were going to kill him. Its because he didnt say anything. It is. Uh huh. Dont intimidate anyone whoes to help you. How, that side has been roughly finished, but can you do it alone? Maybe one-on-one. Right now, Cheon Yu-seong is surrounded by Lu Bu and his lieutenants and is under fierce attack. It means that if no one intervenes, he will slowly wither away . The spear he wielded from the red horse was hard to counter, even if it was Cheonyuseong . .Even though my pride was hurt, I knew that I couldnt keep being stubborn . This is what the swordsman in the world is asking for, and of course I have to help him. But, I mean. Jinhyeok spread his palms wide. The Bangcheongeuk and all the other items are mine, you know? Of course, there is no refusal. If you dont like it, you have to die. Chapter 395 Chapter 395. A tangled ball of thread (3) The bnce, which had been tense, waspletely tilted due to Jinhyeoks intervention. Tsut! Sukkuk! hooked! Ouch! Keah! Jinhyeok thoroughly destroyed the unique passing team that Yeopo was proud of and isted each one. They were sorted out in descending order of proficiency. To the point where the victim was brutally brutal. so one two. After all of his limbs fell, L Bu was left alone. Youre behind, Im in front. Theres plenty of time, so just slowly create a gap. Yes. I know. Jinhyeok and Chun Yuseong mmed their bodies at the same time. Movement like a ruler. The perfectly divided air defense made Lu Bu unable to use his hands. These damn rats! Caang! The ceiling of the room was blocked in vain. Its the first time Ive been cornered like this since I fought those damn three brothers. I can let you go painlessly if you give up. The more you struggle, the longer the pain will only grow. I cant admit it. I Im only here to these idiots! The worlds follies to these guys! Yeo-po, as if she had a hunch of her end, made a desperate decision. Now, engulfed in emotion, even the trajectory of the spear has been simplified. Lets start soon. Kagagak! Jinhyeok let the flying spear flow as it was. A sharply curved trajectory. Chun Yuseong, who was behind him, was startled. Wait a minute!? Caang! I barely bounced the spear, but the distance between them waspletely different. It came suddenly into the gap where it could cause fatal wounds. We decided to make up for each others gap, but it became like throwing one side into a tigers den. Chun Yoo-seong immediately realized the meaning. Did this scumbag use me as bait again? But there was no time for swearing. It was because the female foe, who was spitting out murderous flesh, had poured all her magic power into it. Ill take at least one of you. Whoops! [Lu Bu activates her special skill, Fangtian Rampage! shing and stabbing, which made use of the distance of the long spear, unfolded at the same time. Rain, damn it! this is dangerous. Chun Yuseong swung his sword with all his might. [Cheon Yoo-seong activates the 4th expression Saha Sr Eclipse of the Soul Dance of Death!] Kaaaaang! The soft oblique line offset the spear of Lu Bu. It was a blow that they met at one point and achieved a perfect equal number. now! Jinhyeok did not miss the precious gap created by Chun Yooseong. Dig right in from the side Whoops! prate the vitals Red drops of blood fell from Barnards heart. This Coward Coward Garbage Yeo Po looked at Jin Hyuk with bloodshot eyes. To hear such words from you, who betrayed your adoptive father. Should I take this as apliment? And didnt you guys start ying daggers with a group of people in the first ce? He is cowardly in a life-and-death battle and has nothing to say about himself. It was because I couldnt have survived this tower if I had asked about that in the first ce. cooong! Lu Bus body copsed. at the same time. Tring! Tring! Tring! [Your level has risen!] [Your level has risen!] [Your level has risen!] [Your level] [you have risen!] [You have acquired Bangcheon Fire!] [Red Toma You have acquired!] [Ownership of the medium-sized base Sapae Castle has been acquired! C You can change bases if you want.] Numerous status windows indicating level ups and rewards appeared. Level 4? Whats up so much? No matter how heroic you are, its an unusual amount of experience. This is because the amount of experience required to level up after level 150 was beyond imagination. Did the system ept Olympus and Sherrys intervention as a factor in increasing the difficulty? Assuming that, everything fits right back and forth. He used to curse at me for going through hardships, but now that Ive been rewarded like this, it doesnt seem so bad. Including Bangcheonhwageuk and Jeoktoma, they even got the base of Sopaeseong. Considering that you can usually only get 1 out of 3, you get the best results. what. The details of the reward should be checkedter. The important thing right now is to distribute stat points. Jinhyeok activated his personal status window. Name: Kang Jin- hyeok Gender: Male Level: 160 Strength 109 Agility 121 Stamina 73 Magical Power 402 Gap 100 Luck 10 Adaptive 78 Spirit 109.91 Possessed Stat Points: 12 Possessed Coin: 13683466 upation: Ruler of Runes Unique Lance: Ring of Reverse Heaven Phase 2 Unique Abilities: Fusion Grave of Swords Blessing of the Stars Judgment of Anubis Blood Magic Qi), Mand, Invincible for 1 Second, Poisonous, White Beast, Sharing All Worlds, Sanctuary of the Sun, ck Heaven Devil ) Triple Magic Colossus Strike Fire Dragons Breath High Speed Sword Tombgraves Right Arm Berserker Realm of Wind Shadow yer The Beginning me Blood Explosion ck Tears Tombgraves Bridge Strong Power Core of Legion Ancient Barrier Heavenly Devil Mentra Taming Nihilism, Destruction Mandok(f), Red y Horse Riding(R) Skills: There are too many skill contents, so it is converted to folded state. Its reassuring to see more and more unique abilities being added. If things go smoothly like this, it will be worth fighting against the giant forces of the upper echelon before long. sooner orter The moment when the results that have been built up until now will shine. [Magic power increases from 402 414.] All points were invested in horsepower. The more unique holy spears copied in the future, the more magic power required. Everyone has suffered. Chun Yoo-seong catching his breath, Ellis bringing a pair of red daggers from afar, and Frey arranging the battlefield expressionlessly. With this. The fight in thebyrinth is all over. Theres a certain level of stupidity I dont even get angry at this point. Nyathotep let out a small sigh. On one side of the small, there was a huge pit that hadnt been there before. Rippling. The golden water stream flowing from the ground was unmistakably spring water of the sun. Of course, most of the things inside were gone, so what was left was mere scraps like this. Im sorry. Since those guys joined hands with Ragnarok Sherrys face turned white and her whole body trembled. You must have already known that Kang Jin-hyeok is in close contact with them. Are you saying that as an excuse? That, thats not it I didnt expect it toe at this timing. Aha. I didnt expect it. So the spring of the sun waspletely taken away. Thats what you mean. Thats a really simple answer. Nyathotep looked coldly into Sherrys arms. Did you even take away the red lotus I gave you? A masterpiece made from the fangs of a red dragon. He bestowed a holy relic that was too much for a mid-level manager to have. He gave it to his opponent. At this point, I dont even need to say anything more. Exhaling in one space itself was disgusting. Wait Hold on! Give me one more chance. Ive found out what his next goal is. What hes up to. What hes thinking. So please Sorry, but whats next for you ? No. Senior managers have already smelled it and are on their way here. Sah, senior manager! That, cant Nyathotep stop it? Just like he has done so far. Its possible, but it doesnt seem like youre worth it enough to do that. Well, youve worked hard for us all this time. Get some rest from now on. Nyathotep slowly raised his hand. The tip of her ck fingernails touched Sherrys forehead. from above. Tsu Gap! Under. Fingernails lightly ran through her body. No uh A fountain of red blood gushed out. Anyway, theres a lot to be desired about bugs, isnt it? At Nyathoteps words, the man next to him opened his mouth. It is true that the middle managers response was clumsy. However, it is also true that Kang Jin-hyeok is not easy. At first, I did not understand how many of our old guards were hurt but now I understand a little bit. Seems to. Ohhh. Are you enough to say that? The head of the Old Guard against only one yer? I couldnt bear to say in front of Nyathotep that it was Jinhyeok who gave Shubnigurath a shot I am saying this in the sense that a lion is not vignt even when hunting rabbits. A lion and a rabbit cu cu cu! Well, that would be an appropriate analogy. Nyathotep chuckled amusedly. But it was only for a short while. Soon, he asked the man with his signature murderous cynicism. So, how do you n to start rabbit hunting? Ive figured out his next destination. Ill work with Olympus to get rid of him before he hands over the Fountain of the Sun to Ragnarok. Now Im starting to hear some nice words. All right. Ill leave this task up to you. Soon, one of the apocalypses begins. for then. Everything must go perfectly without a single hitch. The first floor of the Tower of Trials. The towers tutorial area and numerous event venues have be a popr attraction after the towers opening. In particr, as more than 98% of the area was conquered by the hands of yers, even the general public was allowed to enter the situation. To see this ce so crowded Jinhyeok looked at the crowd with a face full of emotion. Unlike games that have always been ghost towns, now it has be confusing whether this ce is the Tower of Trials or the middle of Myeong-dong due to the number of family and lovers units. Did you just bring Jim to a ce like this after asking to have fun? Even if its not atmospheric, theres a minimum standard if you ask thedy to go out. Ellis, who was decked out to the fullest, put on a pouty expression. It seemed that he was quite dissatisfied with spending the long-awaited holiday inside the tower. Dontin too much. Theres no better ce to hang out than here. Rather I think well meet around the lion fountain. At two oclock. Just when Jinhyeok was looking around. Jinhyuk! Its here! A brightly smiling blonde woman approached from far away. It was Teresa. And next to her was Cheon Yoo-seong, who grumbled. Am I a bitte? No. There are still about 10 minutes left until the start of the festival You came just in time. A festival event. Thats why people belonging to the Goinmul Corporation visited the 1st floor. Every year in the Tower of Trials, the day the tower is opened is celebrated as an anniversary. At this time, arge number of events with pretty good rewards ur. Until now, the rewards were not necessary and were passed on, but this time, there were quite a lot of various items necessary to climb the tower. Teresas eyes twinkled . and looked at the items in the catalog, A ring that increases divine power, a ne Wow. Its really big. I saw some B-ss, but not bad martial arts. Jim likes this flower ring here. Lets go from here. Even Chun Yoo-seong and Ellis, who had been pouring outints, put on a grim expression. Its an opportunity to firmly secure a portion. Isnt that why I called you on purpose? Not for us. Since there are cooperative missions, didnt you have no choice but to ask me toe with you? Looking at it, there are ces where there must be more than 4 people. What are you talking about again? It makes people feel sad. Its okay. So, where are you going to go? Cheon Yoo-seong asked straight away. He really is like a guy who doesnt have even this much affection. As expected, we should provide a tough event for this kind of guy from the start. Animal Park. The first start is a superrge zoo . . Chapter 396 Episode 396. 1st floor theme park (1) There are hundreds of event zones in the 1st floor event area. Its kind of like a giant amusement park. Because of this, it was loved by many people as an amusement park. Hello everyone. Im BJ Molrangi! A slender girl and a muscr man. They were two BJs who are raising their stock prices in Korea these days. Mng and Monster Breast are heavyweights with 1.5 million and 2 million subscribers respectively, and they have already put a lot of effort into this event for several weeks. -deux: heh heh heh ha. Molrang is also here. -SeMuru: Wow. Its a legend when two people really get together. -Joowangi: I heard that the 1st floor theme park event reward this year was no joke, so I guess it was real. -Raseo Panda: They say they prepared something even better than the two of them joining forces. what is that? A flood ofments. As expected, the reaction of the viewers was hot. More than 1,000 people have already gathered in less than 5 minutes since the broadcast started. In particr, on the day of the event, because the restrictions on the live broadcasting system were lifted, famous BJs as well as guilds were participating in arge scale. Kyaa. Nice to meet you all! As we announced in advance, we have some surprising news! Right? Skinny oppa? Thats right. It was difficult to recruit a precious guest. Mng and Monster Breasts confidently looked to the side. The angle of the camera also changed ording to the direction of the gaze. Then, a man in a nice suit smiled brightly and waved. Hello. My name is Oh Ji-won as a guest. Please take care of me today. -Almond Next Stable: Wow. Mch. Oh Ji-won -Yeonhee: Oh Ji-won of Korea Motors? You said you made a guild in the article this morning, but the person in charge is going to the mound right away? -Michael: Yes. I heard that thepany will also participate in attacking the tower in earnest. It was real. -Author: I only saw it on the news, but its amazing. So far, guilds have mainly used their past personal connections. With the intention of uniting once again based on the memories of ying Tower of Trials together. Since then, there have been cases of receivingrge-scale investment frompanies or creating synergies through coboration, but this was the first time that thergestpany in Korea decided to move directly. Instead of the Dangun Guild, which began to decline rapidly after thest raid, a new rising star based on enormous capital power. Red child. As a nickname for red mrs, it was a name that felt the will to eat everything that bothered him. And the third son of Chairman Oh Kang-Won was appointed as the head. It was Oh Ji-won. In the middle of the day, Molrang, who amplified the anticipation for the guild with Oh Ji-won, gave a sneak peek. Ah, sisters and brothers! Im sorry, but first of all, Ill stop here for the first live broadcast! Now? Ah ok, ok. Then, Ill see you again after a little break. The monster breast nodded. Now is the right time to cut it off. The two ended the broadcast by soothing the moring viewers. Whew. Youve worked hard. Now, if you turn it on again during the event after a while, it wont be a problem to rise to the top of the real sword. A really difficult golden rope. If you hold on to this well and go up, securing 10 million subscribers, which is the realm of dreams, is not just a dream. Is that all? In the future, it may be possible to act as the external face of a huge guild. And in order to make all of this work As expected, the priority must be to show well to the person over there. For ordinary people like themselves, the only way to survive was to lie t and crawl. Um Oh Ji-won? How, do you think the broadcasting is okay? Theres something ufortable about it Molrang cautiously opened his mouth. Speaking of conglomerates, it is a distant story that you would only have seen on the news. Because of this, I had no idea how to deal with it. You can speakfortably. The two of you will be on the same boat for the time being. Ah yes. Haha. Its such an honor. I never imagined that I would be sponsored by a Korean car. You can think of it as a sign that ourpany is seriously considering the Tower of Trials. Endless resources and treasures that exist in the Tower of Trials. Since the risk is very high, so far, I have responded in a wait-and-see manner while investing indirectly. Now, they decided to create their own guild and intervene in the tower in earnest. As you already know, there shouldnt be any mistakes in this matter. Of course, weve made all the preparations on our side, so theres nothing to worry about. Even the big guilds such as Dangun, Fighting Father, and Balhae pulled out of this event. There was no power that was so strong that it dared to interfere with the enemys debut match. however. Hmm? That person Someone came into Oh Ji-wons eyes. A very familiar figure with a bright smile. Kwadeuk! Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh. Please Stop it Cheon Yoo-seong, who was bitten on his hand by a cute hair ball, screamed. Due to the nature of asking if you dont give them exactly what they want, screams and shouts were rampant among the yers who participated in the event. Kyao! Grrrr The monsters growled with their small fangs exposed. No matter how cute it is, if you bite it, you cant help but cry. but only one. While everyone was lost, there was a yer who was monopolizing the attention of all the hairballs. Garreung. Golgolgol. It grunts pleasantly with its pink belly upside down. For Jinhyeok, who learned Mentra Taming, choosing the food each monster wanted was a piece of cake. Damn it. How on earth can I feed it without being bitten? Cheon Yoo-seong, whose hands were covered with teeth marks, opened his mouth. Ehh. Anyway, its because youre ignorant and swing your sword all the time. Cant you feel it just by looking at it? If you treat it with sincere affection and love Serung! A cool feeling on the nape of your neck. A terrifying breath of life flowed from the sword imbued with yogi. No they dont like it when you just feed them, and they like it when you feed them while touching the hollow at the bottom of their necks. Its instinctive for mothers to feed them that way when theyre young. Indeed, it was like that. Chun Yoo-seong immediately followed what he had learned from Jin-hyeok. however. Kyaoooooo! Shaaaa! Knock! Kwadeuk! Quaaaaagh! Dozens of hairballs rushed at them with extreme rage. Ah I forgot to say it was on the head side, not the nape of the neck, so I said the opposite. In fact, touching the nape of the neck was an act that was tantamount to a deration of war for the hairballs to make a life-and-death decision. You son of a bitch! sorry. [yer Cheon Yoo-seongs achievement score is 0 C Disqualified.] It was when I thought, Now its going to be a little quieter. When Chun Yoo-seong disappeared, this time Alice, who was next to him, pulled on the end of Jin-hyeoks sleeve. Jim wants some attention from these kids. What should we do soon? Its a Hamong rabbit. Well, they like it when you mix these grasses. Look, like this. Jinhyeokbined different kinds of dried grass and handed it to Ellis. Ohhh! Elises eyes twinkled. mess. Hamong rabbits ate a bunch of grass with their small mouths stretching. Kkiiing Grunt. The baby rabbits who smelled the food immediately gathered around Ellis. Peaceful time after a long time. Its cute thats right. Alice petted the Hamong rabbit sitting on herp with warm eyes. Well sometimes, something like this isnt bad. It wasnt too bad seeing Elise smile. [1st ce in contribution: yer Kang Jin-hyeok] [2nd ce in contribution: Ellis von Ataraxia] [You have obtained a free pass for the event area and various cooking + food as rewards. Details can be found in each individuals subspace inventory.] When the time limit ended, only two people were recognized for their contributions. The General Meeting of Shareholders in the Second Half of Goinmul Corporation. In front of the tent written in blood-red letters, Jinhyeok was in the middle of wiping out the employees. The duration required for this event is about 3 days. Wouldnt it be important to create an environment where you can eat well and sleep well for three days by wearing a red skirt? You will also need a soft bed. Charcoal and wood should also be obtained to make a fire. Besides that, there were a lot of things to prepare. Come on, arent we here to y? Everyone should move quickly. No, werent we here to y? Elise opened her eyes wide. The dress she was wearing was full of dust. Ugh! Watching thepany workshop and shareholders meeting as a game. Even when I was working in the past, I couldnt have imagined this kind of mindset. After thepany is born, I have to work with the mindset that I am thepany. Kids these daysck loyalty to thepany. Tsk tsk. Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min, who joinedter, also let out a small sigh, saying yes. Hyung. You really dont change. Is that why you asked me to attend? Yes. Oppa. Its been a while since I and Taemin met Youre such a trash as well. No, I dont know if Im just an idiot foring here. Voices filled with displeasure rose from all over the ce. But just then My lord. A warning sound rang out from Jinhyuks shadow. It was Wolyeong who was looking around sharply. There were some guys who were looking after the lord from a while ago. I didnt want to live, so I left them alone I think theylle this way. No matter how many people there are, the power to coolly see through their intentions. Wolyeong, who belonged to the Demonic Cult, already knew all the people in this radius. And as expected, a group of people approached Jinhyeok. that buck Even at a nce, it was different from the crowd who came to enjoy the event normally. Haha. I never expected to meet the most famous person here. The man standing in the center smiled brightly and asked for a handshake. Who else is he? Alice tilted her head. I dont know. It looks like a strange guild. Looking at the clothes, they look like gangsters. Jinhyeok also shrugged. Then, the smile disappeared from Oh Ji-wons face, who had beenughing leisurely. Naturally, the atmosphere of those who escorted him also became harsh. A gangster! Watch your mouth. This is Oh Ji-won, managing director of Korea Motors. A squid? Because Im Managing Director Oh Ji-won! Ah. Korean cars Come to think of it, I think I understand. Im d you know now Thats the guy who was in the middle of a lot of noise because he beat the police while driving drunk, right? I heard that he is being investigated without detention due to his fathers back. Hey, I really like money and power. Jinhyeok smiled brightly. Chapter 397 Episode 397. 1st floor theme park (2) Hey, this person has something else to say What kind of nonsense are you talking about right now? It was only natural that there was a strong reaction. but. Its okay. yer Kang Jin-hyeok seems to want to make fun of us. Oh Ji-won held back the escort secretary. Ive heard rumors that were naughty, but its kind of heartbreaking, because the media love to bite us so much. Whats going around the inte is not true. Rather, Jinhyeok curled up his lips as if he was interested in the calm response. hey put up with this? I poked it on purpose, but seeing that he did not lose hisposure despite his provocative tone, it seems that a puppy did note out from under the tiger. It doesnt seem like busy people came leisurely touring Well, aside from that, whats our business? I thought we had nothing to do withpanies. Its not a big deal. Actually, we put a lot of effort into this event, but I think its hard to get in the spotlight with two celebrities. If you need anything, well support you, so please concede this to us. I heard it through Chirashi but Arepanies showing interest in the tower as well? I guess its just a little bit predictable. Attending this event must have been groundwork for a splendid debut match. Im sorry, but we also have something to gain here. A goodpetition is wee, but it wont be any more than that. Hmm. Im not a person who doesnt have Yudo-ri either. yer Kang Jin-hyeok is also friendly with us, so theres nothing bad about it, right? It means that it is better to make a kite than to lose Chuck with a reliable chaebol family. As if showing off, Oh Ji-won looked at the yers lined up on either side of him. Yes, Mr. Manager. Because hes a yer, Kang Jin-hyeok I wanted to meet him in person at least once. ck leather gloves as well as a neat ck ssy suit. A woman with short hair and a woman with long straight hair stepped forward. strong. Pretty much that too. Hoo. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. Our enemies are the rankers of the guild. They have no experience climbing the Tower of Trials, but they selected the most talented people from all over the country and went through special training. next-generation prospect. In addition, they are truly royal loaders who have received systematic and scientific support. The two people here must be geniuses chosen from among the Royal Loaders. so. Jinhyeok smiled. If you show off with the new chicks, do I have to bow my head while saying that Im such a great person? Have you, new chick? Sister. Is that what you said to us? An angry reaction erupted. If it wasnt for Jinhyeok, he might have drawn his sword right away. The anger that flowed from the bodies of the two was so intense. When the atmosphere became harsh, Oh Ji-won stepped out. It seems difficult to get on the same boat. However, there is no need for ships going on different routes to collide with each other. Theres nothing good about making noise like this on the day of the guilds debut. Moreover, if the opponent is Jinhyeok, who is praised as a hero, all the more. I dont know if it looks like the other side is going to have a fight first. If I stimted it further, it would look bad. Originally, how these things look is important. That different angles can producepletely different results. Oh Ji-won knew better than anyone else. because it happened like this. Ill have to take advantage of this situation a bit more. As a decoration for the debut match of the enemy guild, there is no character that is as much of an issue as Jinhyeok. There is no doubt that the opponent is strong, but moreplex factors work in winning or losing. A fishy smile lingered on Oh Ji-wons lips. variable. Creating it. In words, everyday life is a secret struggle and a politicians own specialty. Due to the small guild and the two BJs, this episodes event has emerged as a hot potato. Higher views and interest than most guild raids. On top of that, when the Goinmul Corporation participated in the war, its firepower increased even more. -Self-directed: See the enemy guild website? -Its crazy: omg. Wow, did you openly snipe the deceased person corporation? They said they would eat all the top 7 events and thest main event -Roon: Hahaha. Its crazy because theyre the ones who only had meetings at the head of the desk. How dare you think of attacking Kang Jin-hyuk. -Hoebaek: Still, the rankers brought by Oh Jiwon are no joke. -Revolution: In the first ce, thepany presses down with capital power. -Bae Moo-hyeok: Itspletely a hunter version of Mansour and Manchester City. -Unha Lee: I dont think I can stand this. -Kim Taeyang: Oh, I want to see the main event soon. Hmm. Look at these? Looking at the chat window, Jinhyuk stroked his chin. It was an event venue that I came to with a little light heart. Things are bigger than I thought. Normally, I would justugh it off as a fair fight, but well. If you dragged aggro like this, you have already crossed the line for a long time to stay still. I was afraid that I would look like a thief if I swindled all the rewards, so I was going to put up with it, but why do people in the world keep making me look mean? Ha ha. The world really wont leave me alone, right? Jinhyuks gaze turned to the side. Cuckoo Cuckoo! There are huge rides that rotate at high speed. There were no torture instruments. [Hold on for a long time on the high-speed merry-go-round in Area 14 of the event location] Challengers: 1058 C Dropped out 994 Reward: Mermaid shell pearl powder 500g (AA rank) Hells wheel that spins at a whopping 750 km/h. Muscr horses with crab foam and a carriage made of skeletons were even enchanted to cause motion sickness. Turn it off Lord, kill me. Of course, the yers in it couldnt be sane either. The merry-go-round, mixed with vomit and tears, reminded me of hell in itself. But its okay. Because someone has already experienced this hell. Kyaaaaaa! Elise screamed. Still, the first time I was trapped in Brahams ring and spinning around had an effect. Even in the midst of everyone raising the white g, Alice is holding on. Eww. There are quite a few magic-type yers from the enemy guild, but thats all. The other side seems to be cruising too Jinhyeok looked around. Members of the Goinmul Corporation participating in different events. In the punch game, soft-hwa was active. Whoa He calmed down his breathing and poured all his mana into his fists. Yoo Yeon-hwa, who finished her job transfer with the 2nd awakening Hwarang, has already be a ranker known around the world when ites to fighting. Roaring! His fists were wrapped in blue mes. The runaway mana was condensed into a single point in an instant. Kwaaang! The punching machine was half smashed and the score easily surpassed the highest score. -twi: Kyaa. Is that a man punch? -MAESTRO: It seems like that would happen if a 10-ton truck collided head-on. hahaha -Cho Hyeon-woo: Do you think the video where you beat all the monsters with your bare hands is popr for no reason? The stacking of the wooden pieces on the other side was a solo stage for the drones summoned by Lee Tae-min. Whoops! [Lee Tae-min activates Lv16 Building a Carpet!] The machines sophistication easily exceeded the unique ability of other yers. While even the yers who mainly use magic whimpered, nothing but admiration came out of the feast of drones reminiscent of arge-scale construction site. -Han Jae-hee: There are really few rankers who can clear the dungeon as a single yer, and Lee Tae-min is one of them. -Jongmin: Yes. The mass-produced types fight with drones, and fight with something like a Gundam when attacking a boss. -Seojun Sarang: All of the rewards for this event arepletely wiped away hahaha. An increasingly hot atmosphere. In dodgeball, Andrea, who handles fox beads, and in tag, Wolyeong, who has shadow movement, took the upper hand. In y shooting, Frey threw a dagger at the yers holding the gun, destroying all the y. -kil: Really overwhelming. Everyone is amazing. -Darano: Figurani against a nine-tailed fox. This is too much lol -mirra: Frey is my future wife. -dark: ? Of course, in some ces, fewer guild rankers obtained rewards, but that was only in ces where Jinhyeok was not interested. The effort involved is great, but the return is small. In a word, only those ces that are not nutritious. however. -test: Ohhh! Staying Incident! -Cheon Kang-yi: Its nonsense. -Cell: Everyone watch 13 channels. Hurry up. An ident urred on one side of the event site. Keuuh Cheon Youseong bit his mr. I couldnt make any excuses. -Cathy: Is this a true story? -Lsymon: This wasnt the whack-a-mole game I knew. -bky: I see. I think I only ate rice and caught a mole? -Ina-gye: No matter how hard it is, Cheon Yoo-seong, who even received the title of swordsman, loses. -Wake up: It seems like you picked up a hammer instead of a sword? -Ssangssangbabamba: There were 2 S-level rewards in this event, but one of them was stolen from Go.Co. [The final winners of Catch a Mole are Lee Ye-ji and Kim Da-hee, yers of the Lesser Guild.] A sport that requires excellent visual acuity and quick hand movements. In addition, Limited Enhancement Stone, one of the key rewards of this event. Because of those conditions, the star of Cheonyu was specially assigned here. It is a reliable card that can be trusted and entrusted. Leave what to throw away and take only one thing. Its exactly as the managing director said. I didnt know anything else, but I knew you woulde to hunt a mole. Lee Ye-ji and Kim Da-hee smiled brightly. Even if you give up all your limbs, if you can get one of the things your opponent wants by targeting it properly if you can do that, youll be dragged into the mud of the final main event. Under that premise, Oh Ji-won thoroughly gained what was to be gained and discarded what was to be discarded. Analyze the strengths and weaknesses of Jinhyuk and the members andbine them with the characteristics of each event. It was to predict in advance who would be put where. Im sorry. This was my mistake. are you okay. what? Its not that easy to hear that youre sorry, but if you say it like this, it must mean that youre really sorry. And. In the first ce, it didnt seem like the opponent would just end up being treated like a scarecrow. Jinhyeok took out the red lotus from the subspace. It must be necessary to strengthen the red lotus for the uing battle. And , in the uing main event, yers will be given the opportunity to form their own teams and steal the rewards they have earned from each other. Plunder Battle. Any method is not covered. They just steal each others rewards under certain rules. I have to tell you what will happen if you touch mine. I ve always wanted to have at least one ve with a good bnce. Theres already more than enough reason to fight. [The raid starts at 12:00 midnight today.] Status window It was dyed toxic red. Chapter 398 Episode 398. Theme Park on the 1st floor (3) In the evening, Jinhyeok and the members of the Goinmul Corporation gathered together. It was to have onest meal before the main event, looting, began. A barbecue party based onmb ribs. A sizzling sound apanied by a delicious smell spread all over the ce. Yes. This is a holiday. This is what Jim wanted. Elises eyes twinkled. Saliva dripping from the corners of your mouth and your stomach growling. I wanted to eat the meat that was being cooked right away mixed with various vegetables. Yeah. Brother, did you really set the table properly? My lord. Did you really do all of this? Others also expressed their expectations, regardless of you or me. Ive been trying my best for a long time. Im d everyone likes it. Jinhyuk shrugged his shoulders with a confident expression on his face. The skill trained as a restaurant in another world was already receiving favorable reviews even from monsters. I dont know, but most cooks will not be able to reach their toes. If I put these auxiliary skills up from time to time, it will be of great help in the future. upper level. In particr, the Different World Restaurant exerts great power as you go to the stairs where phantom beasts and spirit beasts mainly appear. Right then. Uuk! Owner. Why are we giving this to you? Dalgrak! Master. I need more calcium-rich milk. This kind of vulgar food doesnt suit this noble race and the body of a four divine beast. You can eat it only after adding magic juice brewed for at least a month. The Undine and the T-Bone Hooded Cranesined while looking at the food on their respective tes. Large droplets of ck liquid and cracked ribs here and there. Even Yeouiju made of cheap ss. Even at a nce , these are failed foods. Thats too much, owner. We also have the right to eat delicious and good things. Dalgrak! Thats ridiculous. Hmm Not everyone seems to be backing down in the slightest. okay. Thats right. Food, clothing and shelter are most directly rted to quality of life. There was a risk that dissatisfaction would build up if left alone. If thats the case Jinhyeok poured golden sauce on the nice-looking magic crystal. Smoke rising. Mooogi. An exmation flowed from the sweet potatos mouth. Yes, our Kuma. This will be delicious, right? mosquito! Thats right. I made it with all my heart. Mosquito mosquitoes. Sweet Potato nodded vigorously. By the way, there are unscrupulous people who justin about how bad it is after seeing this. Its the shameful servants who have a lot of wishes for what they get for free. Mosquito yee! fierce anger. Scorching mes engulfed the campsite. Hey! What are you going to do when you reach the Ancient Bell? Kuhmm! Actually, when I think about it, I think cheap Yeouiju would be delicious too. These days, I like junk food. In an instant, theints disappeared. Everyone hurriedly stuffed the food from their tes into their mouths. This is also why the entire organization runs smoothly if only the top is well embraced. A ce slightly away from where Jinhyeok and the Goinmul Corporation are camping. Oh Ji-won and the enemy guild settled in the mansion where luxury pensions were lined up. Ganghwaseok Did you really want to get this? Well, its nice but theres nothing special about it, right? Lee Ye-ji and Kim Da-hee looked at the Ganghwa-seok obtained from catching a mole. Event Enhancement Stones only increase the probability slightly more than normal Enhancement Stones. It wasnt something you had to spend your energy on. At least from the point of view of the enemy guild that has the power to obtain all kinds of goods. Thats probably because its not an ordinary enhancement stone. Just looking at the difficulty of obtaining it, youd better think that this enhancement stone has something more than what it looks like on the outside. A man with a cold appearance opened his mouth instead. Hyungjin Kim. As the submaster of the enemy guild. In terms of individual skills, he possessed the power that was not inferior to any master of arge guild. Chief Kim only worries a lot. Didnt you see that the two of us won, Cheon Yoo-seong or something? Thats right. Its nothing special after dealing with it. Is it an old person corporation or something? Is that an exaggeration? Why? Lee Ye-ji and Kim Da-hee flirted. However, Kim Hyung-jin did not listen to the two of them. Rumors are never inted. Rather, it would be reduced to reality. Because I knew that, I was aware of how serious this incident was. Is it really okay? The opponent is a superrge guild with Kang Jin-hyeok. It was only in catching a mole that I was able to sharpen the loopholes in the rules and beat Cheon Yu-seong, but plundering ispletely different. As long as an all-out war was possible between each guild, it meant that they had to fight the entire Corpus of Relics. Yes. Thats right. I came to know how monsters they are through various routes. Oh Ji-won took a sip of 30 years of Valentines Day. If thats the case, throw away the unnecessary Ganghwa Stones. If possible, wouldnt it be better not to touch them? Weve already told people enough about our name, but if were overdoing it So. Im going to be smashed. Is this what you mean? Sorry. That was not my intention. I didnt do it without thinking either. I dont know if its anywhere else, but I can win enough within this event. The corner of Oh Ji-wons mouth went up. In this event, in addition to battles between yers, one variable is involved. The strongest variable that canpletely overturn the game. Rather than that, what happened to the yers who told me to buy them? I took the medicine as much as possible as instructed, but it seems that those who can only move with money have their limits. Yes. Those who can be used will not move no matter how much money they throw at them. You just need to fill the number of heads anyway. With this, all preparations areplete. Keep an eye out. Who will have thestugh? The debut match will be perfect. The arrogant bastard who always ran amok with his confidence will fall from the tree. If that happens, my father will also acknowledge me. The day is not far off when it will seed Korean cars. This time, if only the enemy guild was properly established. [Its midnight.] [The main event Plunder begins.] [ce the rewards youve acquired so far in a specific ce you want. After that, you can set up an attack team and a defense team to take away the opponents rewards and keep your own.] [You can use the coins you currently have to purchase various skills that can be used for attack and defense.] [Original possession Existing abilities and skills cannot be used in this event.] [Stats are also reset to an average level of 10.] [Damage received in this event does not lead to actual damage, and if you receive damage that leads to death, you will be dropped out as it is. It works.] The status windows appeared dizzy. at the same time. Puffup! Perong! Colorful fireworks lit up the night sky. Finally, the highlight of this event has begun. What are you going to do? Chun Yuseong was the first to open his mouth. It seemed that he wanted to solve it with his own hands as much as the problem had grown due to his mistake. Probably, theylle this way for what we have. You stay and guard our reward. What? You want me to defend? You know that defense is as important as attacking. And. It will be tougher than I thought. If they have the capital, they will prepare a lot of offensive and defensive cards. A power difference that would not be a game at all in a normal battle. However, what makes it possible to fill it is the skill that exists before plunder. Because the more coins you pour in, the more advantageous it is, so this event was basically small, so it was inevitable for the guild. Even though its unofficial, word is going around that he runs a coin factory. If you take that into consideration, you wont be able to look at it as funny. First of all, well have to defend ourselves, too Unlike anyone else, I cant afford to waste coins so ignorantly. Efficiency must be extracted as cost-effectively as possible. Tring! Jinhyeok opened a skill shop. [Read defense skills.] [163 categories] From the basics to the areas belonging to various myths. There are tens of thousands of different types. Of course, it was a skill that was set at an amount close to going overboard for an event. The most usable of these Jinhyeoks eyes narrowed. Clearly, there are several types of skills that are memorable in this event. found. [Curse of Mangbusuk C ss B (350000 Coins)] This is the answer. Whoops! A 30 cm tall statue appeared with a bright light. Use this to block the enemy from the front. Taemin and Yeonhwa will be with you. Andrea and Frey take the right side. Teresa, please ambush the way from the left. Wolyoung keeps moving and supports the ces that look difficult in the middle. I can give it to you. I am? Elise clenched her fists eagerly. Youre just resting in the back. What, what? Why are you telling me to rest! Arent I the strongest? Without the basic passive ability True Ancestors Blood and the unique ability Blood Lord, Alice is the weakest. You must have been dreaming of revenge for all those years in a corridor where sunlight does not shine, but how good would it be if you had good basic physical strength? Im lucky if I dont cry after messing around and being beaten. But I cant say it outright. Um. The strongest Im telling you to stay out of the game because youre afraid it wont be fun. You know what happens when high-levels and low-levels get involved in ying. Is it really for that reason? Yeah, thats why. Then why are you averting your gaze? How do you face the great head of Ataraxia head-on? Of course you should keep your head down. No, Im really strong? Believe me, really. Contractor. Are you listening to me? Huh? When a vampire speaks, pretend to listen. Alice continued to scream, but Jinhyeok was already preparing to go to the opponents formation with the purchased attack skills. It was because he knew that the opponents defense would be stronger as time passed. Its already time. Then, Ill go first. me it. Jinhyeok moved quickly. He couldnt use the Gemma Cheonryungbo, but thanks to the basic body specs he had umted from the beginning, he was able to hit and run at a very fast speed. The scenery changes in an instant. Last When confirmed, the enemy guild took a seat near the pension and circus event venue. Instead of being expensive, they chose the most advantageous ce for defense and attack. At this point, they should be waiting . Just then. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! ! A huge chunk of me flew in. A zing volcanic bomb passed right next to my head. Its the Great Eruption, an attack skill card that costs well over 1 million coins. Ignorance I bought a very expensive one. If you get hit by one of those things in this state, its game over as it is. Chapter 399 Episode 399. Theme park on the first floor (4) fast. but. Its not like I cant react. Jinhyuk evaded the flying volcanic bullets by adjusting the distance left and right. With movements so fast and precise that it is impossible to imagine being in a state where you cannot use your abilities. As expected. Jinhyeok, who checked his body condition, smiled brightly. All other stats could not be used, but the adaptive stats received from the first to conquer the tower worked well. I dont know if its rted to tower climbing, but I didnt even block the perks in the event situation. okay. You have to have this taste to have the meaning of conquering the tower once. Kuk! What are you so strong about? I cant do it. Just attack as nned! When the volcanic bomb returned to nothing, the yers hiding between the merry-go-round and the rides came out all at once. Sreung! The sharp sword gave off an alert. A feature that can be eliminated as it is by taking damage. As soon as the fear of death disappeared, the yers attacked Jinhyeok without any hesitation. good. Shall we test how useful the newly acquired weapon is? Jinhyeok held Hongryeon and Barnard in both hands. Different lights radiated along the de. and that moment. Roaring! Dazzling sparks were scattered along the sword path. beautiful. The heat solidified in the air showed how the sword moved. Gagging? What his de? Of course, the bodies of the yers standing on the road were swallowed up by the mes and began to disappear as ash. The manager deserves to use it. Barnard was also a fraud, but this is on apletely different level. Its more than expected. Hongryeon(tD) Obtained Difficulty: SSS Damage: 92500 Durability: 320000 / 353000 Description: A dagger made from red dragons teeth. It is very light and hard. Due to the fire property effect, +5000 fire damage is added when the attack hits. Special ability: You can use the red dragons breath. It is light and has a good center of gravity, and its attack power and special abilities are fraudulent. I cant help but dislike this. Jinhyeok gently rotated Hongryeon. Damn it I knew it was strong, but I couldnt even touch it. There was only one building on the prize money, but its a pity. But dont like it too much. Its not over yet. Each eliminated yer spat out a word. Of course, it was just amentableint of a loser. [19 people are eliminated and forced to move outside.] Is Oh Ji-won in the circus zone? Jinhyeok asked the only surviving man. The man whose arm had been blown off had lost all means of resistance. Yes. But, by the time you go to Mr. Oh, everything will be over. Its over? What does that mean? You dont seem to know anything. The gigglingughter grew louder. The entire enemy guild, except for Mr. Oh, left, aiming for your headquarters. With skills that are iparably stronger than those of ours. Thats absurd. So, you mean theres only one Oh Ji-won left on your side? Isnt it fun? Whos going to cut off whose throat first? The finale with a lot of heat. Its kind of like a time attack. funny horn. I dont know anything else, but I do know that Oh Ji-won is insane. Do you think you can deal with me alone? Or do you think we can finish off our main base before I arrive? Either way, youre doing the mathpletely wrong. Go wipe your feet and go to sleep. Awesome! Jinhyeok, who cut down the man in front of him with a single knife, increased his speed again. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Various skills swept the amusement park. Ice powder from the explosion bounced in all directions. Its a monster. Is that ability sealed? Why is it that you can beat all the skills with your bare body and still be fine? Stop it. Stop it right now! Screams echoed here and there. Life blooming in front of your eyes. Chun Youseong walked forward holding onto the long sword. Because of you guys, I am indebted to that goddamned son of a bitch. overwhelming force. Lee Ye-ji and Kim Da-hee, who had stepped out confidently, were alsopletely crushed by the momentum. Itspletely different from catching a mole There is a world of difference between winning by exploiting loopholes in the rules and fighting innocently. No matter how many yers and powerful skills you possess, it is not easy. Because Chun Yuseong was strong enough to make up for all of that. fault. Keah! Every time the sword moved, someone was knocked out. A total of over 150 yers came to the center, but 50 of them had already disappeared. Id rather deal with the other two first. Supporting them is more troublesome. Lee Ye-ji looked at Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min. The reason why Chun Yoo-seong is able to run so wild is because those two thoroughly supported the role. Lee Tae-mins machine lord ability is sealed, so even so, you cant just leave Yeon-hwa alone. Not some kind of human tank. Its absurd to beat men much taller than you with your bare fists. How good is the stamina there. Even after killing dozens of people on his own, he still has plenty of strength. Okay. Lets do that. If our side is defeated, there will be a gap for that guy like the ice field. Its a bit of a sacrifice, but lets leave it to the guild members for a while. The two immediately moved. ! sister! Lee Ye-ji and Kim Da-hee, who approached in an instant, swung their swords. It was a quick and fierce surprise that reminded me of an assassin. Quaang! Oops! Lee Tae-mins body rose several meters. Taemin! Do you have time to open your eyes right now? these damn bastards! Yoo Yeon-hwa stepped on the steps with both fists covering her chin. Booung! The gauntlet-d fist aimed at Lee Ye-jis face. However, Lee Ye-ji only saw the movement of her shoulder and let go of the attack. The sword aimed at the abdomen. This time, Yoo Yeon-hwa mmed her elbow to change the swords trajectory. In the space of a single breath, more than five battles went back and forth. Its dangerous to go on like this. Chun Yoo-seong, who made that decision, immediately tried to join Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min. Right then. Your opponent is me. Kim Hyung-jin, who had been silent until now, moved. A sharp sword strike as if measured with a ruler. The weight emanating from the bastard sword could not be easily ovee. Its to the extent that if you show your back, youll be beaten as it is. Its an honor to face that famous sword demon in person. The enemy is called Kim Hyung-jin of the guild. Get out of the way. I cant do that. We have orders too. Then, Ill cut it. Caang! Quaang! Chun Youseong swung his sword frantically. Even if you dont have magical power, the herbivore of the Death Soul Sword doesnt seem to have lost its trick. Numerous training experiences instinctively moved the body. However, Kim Hyung-jin also countered Cheon Yoo-seongs sword attack with fearsome momentum. He was a little behind in technique and speed, but in terms of strength, he was rather exceeding Cheon Yuseong. Its impossible to pierce in a short period of time. Chun Youseong bit his mr. Of course, to meet such a powerful enemy at the most urgent moment. If you dont, you may fail in your mission again. It just has to be blocked. I didnt want to see that guys smirk again. shit. I didnt want to use it if possible. My pride was hurt so much that I wanted to avoid it until the very end. But making results is much more important than pride. The worry didntst long. [I activate the defense skill Curse of the Mandarin Stone!] [The longer the unfavorable situationsts, the greater the effect of the Mandarin Stone.] [ The maximum judgment value has been recognized.] [Due to the effect of the AoE crowd control , All yers will be restricted from movement for 10 minutes.] Ugh! Everything in front of me began to turn white. salt crystallization. Its a kind of time-wasting skill that turns all enemies into salt. For Chun Yu-seong, who is rtively inferior, this method was the only way to create variables. What, what is this? Is your body changing? A bewildered response erupted. Finish within 10 minutes. Chun Yuseong muttered in the direction Jinhyeok was running. Jeopardy. Jinhyeok arrived in front of a tent that was pitched high enough to reach the sky. This is the main base where there are few guilds. As the man I met earlier said, there was only one sign that I could feel inside the tent. Since Yooseong used Mangbuseok, I think theres about 10 minutes left. It has to be done quickly. When I went inside, I saw a man smiling leisurely. Jiwon Oh. He is the third son of Oh Kang-won, chairman of Korea Motors, who has been properly intertwined this time. Youvee faster than I thought. The only coins you spent on the skill would be 20 million, did you block all of them? Well, it was a little annoying. But if you have coins to spend, why dont you give them to me? Whoops. If yer Kang Jin-hyeokes to our side, we can provide even more coins. Oops, I was going to make a simr suggestion but if youe under us, Ill make your guild three times bigger. Look at me. Go under you? Are you serious? huh. Haha. Thats ridiculous. No matter how well you do, youre just an individual. What do you think of the alternativepany? Well. I guess size doesnt mean much when ites to measuring strength, right? Seeing that handsome guy is actually nervous about me. Its just that strong people are strong. not for any other reason. In the end, this is how it works. Well, thats good. Theres no reason to decline just because you want to drink beeju. When Jinhyeok did not show any intention ofpromise, Oh Ji-won opened the sub-space. The skin of the snake appeared beyond the distorted space. Is that? Do you know why I chose this ce as a base? Circus. It is a ce where the highest freedom is allowed in the event area. And, due to the nature of Yu-Hee, one more special condition has been unlocked that is, you can bring your divinity without restrictions through your own holy relics or other methods. Look smart. No matter how great you are, youre just a human being. I hope you feel the difference in status. A strange magic power gushed out of the snakes skin. Uuuuuuuu! [The godhead Eight Masters appears!] It was a huge snake that filled the tent. It is Yamatano Orochi who appears in the myth with 8 heads and 8 tails. Chapter 400 Episode 400. Two Swords (1) Name: Yamatano Orochi Sex: Male Age: ???Age Level: ??? Strength 245 Agility 215 Stamina 236 Magic Power 101 Stat Points: 0 Unique Sacred Spear: 8 Swamps Unique Ability: Wide Area Petrification Skill: Yatas Mirror Lv31 Giantness Lv31 Spiral Illusion Lv30 Magic Poison Lv29 Hell Tightening Lv29 [Copy condition: Yamatano Orochi, one of the deities belonging to the great power of the upper echelons, East China. Confronting this deity while its current abilities are sealed would be suicidal. However, if you can overturn the overwhelmingly unfavorable situation and deal a critical blow to this deity and send it back to its original floor, you will be able to copy one of its unique holy spear or unique abilities or skills.] A deity that appears in Japanese mythology . Indeed Its as terrifying as its name. If the main body had manifested without restrictions, not just the tent, but the entire area would have been filled. Oohhhh! Shhh! Youre a delicious looking human. I want to eat it in one bite. Kuh-kuh. Be patient. Its useless to eat here. Later, when you get to the stairs where we are, then Ill really eat you, kid. Breath filled with miasma slowly began to eat away at the inside of the tent. Cheeik! [Yamatano Orochi activates Lv31 Yatas Mirror!] The power to cause hallucinations and optical illusions. Jinhyuks vision was blurred for an instant. The effect that is forced through breathing belongs to the upper rank among mental abilities. Yes. Oh Ji-won must be so confident since he is preparing a trump card like this. Being alone here is a bit understandable. Its a holy relic that was borrowed with difficulty after signing a contract with the Japanese side. No matter how much you are, you wont be able to deal with this deity with your bare body. I guess so. No matter how adaptive stats are, you cant beat the manifest godhead. But I think youre misunderstanding something The Circus Zone affects all yers in it. damn Jinhyuk lightly snapped his fingers. Then, as if waiting, several status windows poured out. [The godhead Roaring Heart sends strong hostility to those who have touched his candidate for an apostle!] [The godhead ck Hound responds in a hurry, iming that he has seized the opportunity to get into debt.] [The godhead Roaring Thunder Grab Nir!] Kukukukuku! Pouring blue sparks. The spirit of the first floor was on the verge of changing as the high-ranking deities were trying to manifest at once. What, what is this? No, how the hell An earthquake urred in Oh Ji-wons pupils. Things you never dared to imagine. The top-level deities who thought they might meet someday were now showing their presence here. What kind of a human being Orochi couldnt hide his bewilderment either. Even among gods, there is a difference in rank. For the rtively weak oriental deities, the deities of Satan, Egypt, and Ragnarok, who had umted numerous achievements, were truly catastrophic beings. furthermore. Its not one, its three. To think that three deities are scrambling to protect just one human I would never have believed it if I hadnt seen it with my own two eyes. [The godhead Rotten Heart asks if he wants to make snake wine.] [ The godhead Howling Thunder helps, saying that a whole roast would not be bad.] [The godhead ck Hound has finished preparing to move. ] Parts! The storm of magical power intensified even more. A huge light shimmered in the sky creating a sphere. Those who were high up in the tower. [Three deities are manifesting!] The entire tent has disappeared. Three deities appeared in front of the giant snake. Oh, there are quite a fewpetitors. Im sorry, but that guy is my apostle. Beriel ran a hand through her hair and sighed. Pandemonium and Ragnarokra. I must have traveled around a lot while I didnt see him. Anubis growled while holding a long scythe. I owe a great debt to that man. Im only here to repay the favor. Finally, Thor held up a hammer dripping with blood. The armor he was wearing was also covered in blood as if he had been through a fierce battle a while ago. Watching these threee together makes my heart soar. Of course, it would be a story when the three of them joined forces. It is absurd that you who are weak will sign a contract with my apostle. What? Who the hell is weak right now! The demon king who looks like a parasitic brother. I can wipe out all of you by myself if I set my mind to it. Haha. Thats interesting. Where would you like to try it? Theres nothing I cant do. Beriel and Anubis raised their magical powers. Of course, people with high self-esteem belonging to different factions couldnt get along well. Wait! Why dont we just decide one thing, and the one who wins has priority? If we fight among ourselves, we can only harm humans. Hmm. Thats also true. To sign a contract with a talented yer, you need to prove that you are a worthy god. Are we going to pick the strongest one? Okay. Ill bet on the pride of being a great demon. Then, the one who smashes that snake wins. Everyones anger was directed at Orochi. Startled, Orochi stepped back without realizing it. however. Its okay. You dont have to. Jinhyeok stopped everyone. This was just one of the performances to discourage Oh Ji-won. There is no need for several people to catch a snake that is embarrassing to even call it a dragon. that buck Jinhyuk slowly walked forward. Now what are you trying to do? Orochis head looked at Jinhyeok in unison. Well, the audience is full, so were going to have a good time too. Are you insane? Youre going to deal with me alone, without the deities? Yes. I think so. Even if you dont die, thats an arrogance that pierces the sky. No, I dont know if its stupid to see that you cant catch it even if the ropees down and throws yourself off the cliff. The venom that flowed from Orochis mouth grew thicker. How dare you stand up to yourself naked No need to worry. I will swallow it in one bite and instill in my bones what fear is. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Orochis body slid sideways in an instant. Its surprisingly fast, not befitting its huge body. In the blink of an eye, Orochi approached from the side and opened his mouth wide. die! Kwadeuk! Teeth and teeth meshed. however. There was no message announcing the elimination. I couldnt hear any screams either. This guy whose name is divine is doing a sneaky surprise attack. Tsk tsk. You reacted to that? A person who cant even use his abilities? just a coincidence! No matter how limited the event was, there was no way humans could avoid his lofty attacks. Orochis heads moved faster and more dizzy. Kwak Kwak! Kwadeuk! Like swallowing food. The mouth closed. However, no matter how many times it was repeated, nothing changed. Jinhyeok ran away like a loach and kept a close distance. This is why experience is important. If it was my first time dealing with this guy, I would have been hit by the first attack. It was so fast, and it was hard to even dare to react to the surprise attack from the blind spot. Even so, the reason I was able to avoid it so well was because I only knew one strategy point. Jinhyeok focused his mind. sound. The distinctive wheeze sound of the wind, heard very faintly before the attack, predicts which direction the attack wille from. And the attack isunched 0.3 seconds after the sound is heard. Kwadeuk! Again, teeth and teeth meshed. If I had avoided it like this, it would have been time. The moment I thought so. Kuaaa! Dont just run away like a flying insect! Annoyed, annoyed, annoyed! Orochis patience reached its peak. He expressed his anger by rolling all over his body as if he was going to die from the medicine. this is the limit Regardless of whether my pride was hurt or not, I thought I would do everything in my power to turn it into powder. [Yamatano Orochi activates his unique ability wide-area petrification!] Ugh! Jinhyeoks body stopped on the spot. From Yatas Mirror to wide-area petrification. I was hit by multiple crowd control. Kuh! The only limit is to move your hands. Hahaha! Its like a bug caught in a spiders web! You can end it all at once even now. Even if you just wag your tail with stupid words, it will turn into blood. However, Orochi did not have the slightest desire to end it so easily. They must bepletely trampled on. Then, when theye to the top of the towerter, they will remember the current fear. [Yamatano Orochi activates his unique holynce Eight Swamps!] Parts! 8 green orbs that started to gather through the 8 mouths. While the normal dragons breath is released along a line, Orochis breath is a method that scatters particle-sized poison in all directions. The purpose is to maximize the effect by greatly expanding the range instead of reducing the destructive power. That is why it is called Eight Swamps. The acid mist of different concentrations is like a huge swamp from which you cant get out. Right then. Jinhyeok stretched out the sword in his hand. I was just waiting for this timing. Only the moment when Orochi is certain of victory while activating his unique Holy Lance. As mana was concentrated in activating the breath, the optical illusion and hallucination effects were rtively weakened. [Hongryeons special ability is unlocked.] It was a small me that rose from the thick green fog. A handful of sparks so small that you cant see them unless you look closely. However, it only took a few seconds for that small spark to turn into a huge scare. Wide range breath and one-point breath It hurts to say it, but you know which one is more powerful, right? I dont think I even need to hear the answer. Orochis eyes, stained with astonishment, were speaking instead. [Red dragon Vesilmikans breath is activated!] Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! A red line crossed the air. The breath that burned all the poisonous clouds pierced Orochis chest. Keeeee! body My body is burning! Ahh! A scream of pain rang out. When did Orochi, who always melted others down with poison, had to go through such terrible pain? Luckily, Vesilmicans breath was stronger than expected. It was hotter. Humans how can a dragons breath Orochis alter ego was scattered as ashes before the painsted. [The relic Snakes Skin was destroyed.] [Seeded in copying the unique holy spear 8 Swamps!] [The main event Plunder ends.] This is the end of the fight. Of course, there are still some who cant ept the result . Sue is how did I get it haha. yes this must be a dream That must be it. gotta wake up I am the prince who will inherit the empire. As long as I do things well today, everything goes the way I want haha. it will be okay. Then dont All you need is this relic. As long as I have this relic Oh Ji-won grabbed the burned skin with trembling hands. It was a form of rental, not transfer. Therefore, the loss of the relic would soon remain as a debt to Japan. But. What if Im already crying ? Seeing her procrastinating like that makes me weak. Oh Ji-wons misfortune wasnt the end . Shall we try? Jinhyeok ced two daggers at the ends of Oh Jiwons neck. Chapter 401 Episode 401. The feel of the two swords (2) and the cool des passed to my neck. All the downy hairs stand on bristle. Oh Ji-won, entangled in the new shock, trembled slightly. Didnt you know that you wont die during the event? If you thought something like this would be intimidating Hmm. I think youre still in an illusion, didnt you just see the message that the event was over? The premise of immortality ended immediately. From now on, if you get stabbed, you will really die. You mean a famous ranker like you wouldmit murder? Fuuk! The de dug into the shoulder de. Red blood gushed out. Quaaaaagh! I cant cover my poo and pee. Is it because I grew up so much? Stop! That Stop! Stop! If you get caught doing something like this, do you think youll be safe? If my family knew about this Its supposed to look like this, but will it reallye forward? Besides, the suspect is a famous ranker like you said? You know better than anyone else that there is nothing good about touching a beehive. If it was 100, 100 people wouldnt be angry at Oh Ji-wons death, but would rather be happy. Even if it was an investigation, they would pretend to do it formally and then quickly bury it. It doesnt matter if they try to argue. I dont think I looked like someone who would be afraid of threats, right? That, thats Oh Ji-wons face turned white. The more I listened, the more I began to realize that this situation had nothing to do with my advantage. good. I was slowly suffocating. Now its time to get the rabbit out of the rabbit hole. Come on. Dont be too scared. Its not like Im going to kill you right away or anything like that. I just want to have a calm, calm conversation. Conversation, what are you talking about? Kwadeuk! Quaaaaagh! Why are you turning the knife! If you turn it further there, no. Stop it! Please! Your way of speaking is very irritating. Am I your subordinate? Stop Im sorry, no, Im sorry. I was wrong. yer Jinhyeok Kang. Im hearing better now. Jinhyeok smiled brightly and stopped turning the sword counterclockwise. Hee-eok, hee-eok, hee-eok. Yes. Take a breath and listen carefully. In fact, I have a lot of ces to put money into and a lot of things I need. You will be a kind of supply soldier in charge of that from this moment on. Giving Tree. I will be a beautiful entrepreneur who devotes herself with the heart of a mother. From now on are you saying to live as a minion? Even rolling in dog shit is better than dying because this life is better, right? are you giving them carrots? no thats not it I already knew from experience that I couldnt just use a whip. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth went up even more. Instead, Ill make you a solid sessor. yes!? Isnt that what you most wanted? Well, thats true, but how are you going to put me in the position of heir? Isnt it enough to increase the reputation of the guild because the point is small? If I help you, its possible enough. Of course, youre the boss, though. Jinhyeok shrugged his shoulders and added a word. How. Will you do as I suggest? Or will you just pay for my hard day off here? live or die There is only one to choose from. Besides, if you throw away your pride, the way to live is overflowing with sweet juice. At least externally, the name Kang Jin-hyuk will appear to be with you. Ill follow your will. Okay. Well thought out. Then, lets start by signing the contract. Yes? I dont have any paper or pen right now Who uses that to sign contracts? Roaring! Red mes burned at Jinhyuks fingertips. Stigma of Beloved Marriage. If the target approves, it is a skill that forces eternal obedience. Dont worry. Ive put this stigma on several guys so far, but it didnt hurt as much as I thought. Of course, I havent experienced it myself, so I cant say for sure. Its just a guess. Aaaagh! When the stigma was over, the whole fight was over. Oh Ji-won ordered all guild members to retreat, and thus an alliance between the Goinmul Corporation and the enemy guild was concluded. Thank you. Thanks to you I was able to have a debut match that wasnt too bad. I think the story wille out quite usible after I gave the reporters an appropriate base meal. Oh Ji-won politely bowed his back. Anyway, its a 180 degree change from a little while ago. Should I say my face is thick? Or should I say that the treatment is good? Still, Im d I know how to properly grasp the subject. Well, thats all Ive said. Did you find all the items I told you to prepare? Yes. I brought all of them. I sent them directly to sub-space, so you can find them when you need them. Its neat. Oh! Lastly, I have a small and medium guild. Its called the ck Crow Guild. I have something that I brought nominally in the past. A friend named Kim Hee-woong is in charge, but he said hes having trouble managing it because I cant pay attention tomunication. Ill ask you to manage it. Okay. Lets take care of it. Oh Ji-won lowered his head once again and looked at Jin-hyeok. To be precise, the notice of the three deities standing behind Jinhyeok. rattle! Arms and legs trembling slightly. I couldnt bear to pass out, so I was holding on, but my honest feeling is that I want to run away right now. With all the raging monsters in front of me, of course my hamstrings are numb. If youre done with your business, go away. Really? No, thank you. Then, Ill call you back. When Jinhyeok gave permission, Jiwon Oh hurriedly left his seat. Looks like its finished more neatly than I thought If I get rid of these troublesome kids, Ill be able to catch my breath. His gaze nced back. Beriel Anubis Thor. To the idiots who are still growling that each other is the best. Tell me! Of course, am I not the strongest among us? To bepared to a narcissistic son of a demon king who spits out or a muscle hammer who fights every day saying hes going to Valha. This is an insult to us! Its just amazing to see an Egyptian dog speak anguage. Its more like a doggie. Valha is the long-cherished wish of warriors! Are you ignoring that? Cuckoo Cuckoo! Again, the mana began to fluctuate. Hmm. If we leave this alone, another battlefield might break out. Its not that I dont choose one of you on purpose. Of course, I also want to join hands with a giant power. That way, I can safely climb the tower, but why would I refuse? Jinhyuk began to lick his lips in earnest. But, if I make a contract with someone right now, wont those who cant make a contract be disappointed? Beriel is currently involved in apetition for rank with the demon lords inside the Demon Realm. Anubis has also been very sensitive since the Seven Deadly Sins recently began to spread on the 42nd floor. Needless to say Thor is at war with Olympus. Its stupid to act like that in the middle of the day. Kkeuk.. Thats true, but Thats right. The three deities nodded with poop-chewed faces. I need more time to think. Of course, I wont forget your help this time. I have no intention of just wiping my mouth after receiving help. Because I didnt intend to use these precious hogu no, the sponsors just once. In addition, the stairs to which these three deities belonged were intertwined with things that had to be done sooner orter. Okay. Ill step back for now. Sheesh! Consider yourself lucky. Trembling gods. Thank you again for letting me protect Yggdrasil. Human. In the end, a ceasefire was decided with the momentum tempered. Thats when everyone tries to go back to where they were. -Beriel. Dont go for a while. Stay. I have something to tell you. Jinhyeok summoned Beriel. -? i get it. Parts After a while, Thor and Anubis disappeared, and Beriel, who was left alone, smiled strangely. Heh! He didnt express himself in front of those guys. It looks like he liked me as well. Because I feel it. Dont say anything nonsensical. The reason I asked you to stay is because I have something to offer you. If it werent for an event like this, I wouldnt have many opportunities to face you in the manifested state. A suggestion? Look first, Jinhyeok pulled out several items from the subspace inventory. The key to the gap in the rift. Pivayans Compass. These were items that had been carefully cherished for a long time before seeing the light of day. Originally, I was going to train moderately with this. But, rather than growing alone, I thought it would be better to use it elsewhere. With Beriels help, you can build a gate to the Pandemonium through these items. And if you can go to the Pandemonium Theres one way to hit Guntafer. Are you interested? Berielspetition for rank and the top-notch holy relic in the Pandemonium. You can catch two rabbits at once. A cksmith located in the Empire. The sound of hammering was reverberating wildly in the midst of the well-appointed smithy. Keuheum! Hup! Please. Jebaal! The cksmith, Orun, swung a huge hammer while sweating profusely. Craftsmans spirit Something strange to say. I felt the urgency that if I failed, I might lose my life. Its a natural story. The item currently being strengthened is Hongryeon. If the reinforcement fails, it might be better to kill yourself. Knowing that, Orun burned his soul to create a masterpiece that wouldst a lifetime. Right then. A dazzling golden light flickered. [Enhancement +4 sessful!] Its okay! Its okay! Hahaha! I survived! I survived! Orun burst into cheers. Whoa. Hyung. Its a sess. As my brother said, you are a skilled cksmith. Lee Tae-min and Yoo Yeon-hwa sighed in relief. Even if it was a dead person who rolled and rolled in the tower, the moment of strengthening was bound to be tense. thank you for your effort. Jinhyuk smiled brightly. Heh heh. Well, this is enough. Yes. If youve done this, can you stop now? If you made an item of this level into the top 4, it would be useful enough. No. I have to go next. The atmosphere is good, do you need to dampen the momentum? You mean to go up to 5, 5 reinforcements? Yes. Hurry up and start. Ha, but, if you fail then Fail Who would be in a good mood? And When Im in a bad mood, I lose my temper. I dont know whats going to happen. I cant say for sure, but for some reason a murder might happen at the cksmiths shop today. Its just a prediction. Ill try my best. .Just make the result. Since it is an emotional arm, it is all useless words to say that the process is important. The result is the only thing that is remembered in the world. I didnt bother to tell Orun about it, because this helped Orun to improve his skills even more . Chapter 402 Episode 402. Two Swords (3) Bang! Quaang! Quaang! The sound of hammering echoed through the forge. [+6 Enchantment sessful!] Enough! Anything more is really crazy! Ehehe. Eomsal. Do it quickly. [You have sessfully strengthened +7!] Really stop. Please, Im begging you. Havent you heard that overexertion brings anger? I think Ive heard that there are dwarves who keep throwing up and getting angry. Hammering doesnt stop. until you reach the desired result. [You have sessfully upgraded to +8!] Huh. Huh. Huh I think Im going to die of a heart attack. No, really, I just had an arrhythmia. Ill break it next time. I can guarantee that my cksmith will risk his life. I can guarantee you that if you take your foot out of here, your heart will stop. [+9 Enhancement sessful!] A golden status window that appears one after another. Ganghwajil, which started in the 1st round, was already looking at the 10th over the 9th. From the 10th, it is the realm of demons. It is an unknown world with a probability of less than 0.001%. Undoubtedly, even in its heyday, Orundo had no history of seeding more than 10 items with an S-ss or higher. Not only Orun, but any cksmith in the middleyer was the same. In the first ce, there was no such thing as a crazy person who would throw away an expensive weapon at such ridiculous odds. Tongue, hyung? Originally, hyung wasnt the type to enjoy gambling Its not, its the type of fantasizing. But you have to calm down. Brother. Lets stop now. +9 is enough. And that old man seems to be very tired too. Heh heh, the two young friends understand this old mans heart. To be honest, Im very tired. Ive been sick for a week, but Im on the verge of lying down. The three gathered their voices and stopped Jinhyeok. Hmm. Really? After mine was over, I was going to ask the old man for yours too, but he said it was pitiful, so Ill have to cancel it. Jinhyuk stroked his chin. then that moment. Its cheap. The air has changed suddenly. We do it too? The eyes of Lee Tae-min and Yoo Yeon-hwa changed 180 degrees. I also need a high-strength weapon. Sister? As long as I can get a weapon of about 6, I dont care if anyone dies. Human Bald Man and Bulgwangdong Nuclear Fist. It was the moment when the personality of a deceased person who once lived in the Tower of Trials was revived. Hey! Hope disappeared from Oruns eyes. Now, the only choice left is to hammer the hammer with a life-and-death hope that all reinforcements will seed. Quaang! Caang! As metal collided with metal, colorful sparks rose. Enhancement stones obtained from the event can only slightly increase the probability. Its better than a regr Enchantment Stone, but not enough to hang everyones neck. Of course, this is a story for people who dont know anything. The true value hidden in the Enchantment Stone ispletely different depending on what material it is used with. Jinhyeoks gaze turned to the de of Hongryeon. Aktopus ink and me of the blind servant were already prepared by Oh Ji-won. The Last Mistletoe. In addition, 12 material items were mixed and applied in the correct ratio. The price is quite expensive, but since he said he purchased it with personal slush funds, there should be no problem. [+10 sess rate 0.00098%] Sess rate after rearrangement: 87.88%. In the Eye of Gluttony, all probabilities were revealed without filtering. Hongryeon is enough to invest generously. Even if it is impossible to obtain the materials that can be strengthened at this point in Balmung, it is possible enough for Hongryeon if you overdo it. Its easy to handle. Needless to say. Right then. Whoops! A blinding light shed once more. [Amazing achievement achieved!] [Worlds first! You have sessfully strengthened S-grade or higher items by +10!] [This event will be recorded in the Hall of Fame tomorrow!] [1000000 Coins have been paid!] Red Lotus +10 Obtained Difficulty: SSS Attack Power: 182500 Durability : 450000 / 450000 Description: A dagger made from red dragon teeth, very light and hard. Due to the fire property effect, +5000 fire damage is added when the attack hits. Critical strike chance is increased by 10%, and movement speed and attack speed are increased by 20% each. Special ability: You can use the red dragons breath. This is really crazy. Attack power alone doubles. In addition, the additional options added due to the top 10 were all at the highest level. Increased attack speed and speed on critical hits. Even in the same 10 rivers, the value varies greatly depending on which option is added. Among the options that cane out, the kings of the end game ran with candy one after another. This must also be thanks to the effect of the monopoly and luck stats. Its hard to contain the cheers that erupt from within. Come on. Then, Id like to ask the next person as well. Grandpa. From now on, you can adjust it to the 6th or 7th depending on your condition. Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min, and Alice, Cheon Yoo-seong and Teresa sweeping the imperial stalls outside. Items to be strengthened in the future are waiting like a mountain. Everything everything? Without a break? Originally, ourpany is a ckpany, so we have a lot of overtime. Still, I dont think its a very bad condition because it guarantees the members right to live. Here. Have some of this too. Jinhyeok handed over bottles with green skulls on them. Sparkling Nutrient Tonic x10 Obtained Difficulty: D Fatigue recovery speed is increased by 50%. Even if you go to the brink of death due to overwork, you will be able to continue to move as much as your hands. Oh nope. What? There are a lot of them, so feel free to tell us if you need them. Weve stocked up on fried dumplings, so were supplementing with nutrients. Honestly, this is not bad for a ckpany. Because there were ces where they only fed grass porridge and pampered them. Now, next. Jinhyeok approached Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min. Yeonhwa. Yes. Brother. Now, if you go to the 29th floor, its important to establish a foundation before everyone else. I told Yooseong how to do it, so please cooperate and hold on until Ie. yers who received passage permission from the Empire and Murim are appearing one after another. The most difficult gateways were cleared from this side, so it was possible to enter the middleyer through easier paths. and. On the 29th floor, youll probably run into them. On the vast sea where naval warfare is the main stage. Your brother wont go with you? I have a few ces I need to stop by before I get to the 29th floor. Dont worry, Ill get there before its toote. First, you have to go to the temple on the 27th floor. A hidden ce where demons once made a connection tomunicate with the demon king. There was one thing to do there. Since I even copied the two peoples abilities, the work here was finished really neatly. This time, as the three of them came to the 20th floor together, they also copied their unique abilities, Geukjin Taekwondo and Machine Lord. The short vacation ended with this. Now we have to move towards the top of the tower again. The 44th floor of the Tower of Trials has a slightly special structure unlike the other floors. It is the fact that Eden and the Demon World, the giant powers of the upperyer, divide oneyer into two. Because the border is on one level, friction urs every day. Therefore, it would not be an exaggeration to say that the 44th floor was in a state of war 365 days a year. and present. In the deepest part of the Pandemonium, Guntaper was taking a break after the battle. Inside the banquet hall with corpses strewn about. Guntafer gulped down the red wine. To think that a cheeky bastard raided my castle without even knowing the subject. And trusting an idiot like this. One of the severed heads tumbled from Guntafers kick. The servant of the demon king Beriel. Right then. Weve eliminated all those who entered the castle. A subus with two pairs of horns entered the banquet hall. He was a high-ranking aristocrat with waist-length blue hair and a beautiful appearance. What about Beriel? Ive been looking for everything, but I cant find it. Probably, only my men were sent. You dont even have the guts to step out yourself? Well, youre constantly being cornered, so you cant afford it. The long-runningpetition for rank in the Demon Realm was also beginning to take shape. This is because the difference in strength and military strength gradually widened. However, Beriels recent trend is a bit strange. It seems she keeps going downstairs She seems to be investing too much for that. Recently, he blew up his own fortress and forest. Just in the name of helping one yer. Kang Jin-hyeok Yes. I know. Im obsessed with that person to the point of fanaticism. Does he think its a hidden card that can turn this situation around? Hes a guy who has the ability to create variables. Im sure if he joins hands with Beriel, itll be a headache. Guntafer pressed his thumb to his temple. And I have one more thing to tell you. Tell me. The demons who survived the other day said they have a favor to ask the demon king through the temple. At the words of the subus, Guntapers forehead wrinkled. I gave the worms permission toe to the middle level of the tower, but you didnt even pay for the meal, so you dare to ask me this time? Didnt you tear them to death after hearing such nonsense? I-I was going to do that too. But, what they said was mixed with something unusual. The subus hurriedly added an exnation. It is said that strange movements were detected in the temple. Light was entering the gate leading to the Pandemonium It was such a story. It cant be. Thats How manyyers must it have been sealed? A gate that each of the five Demon Kings has forbidden. It is impossible to break the seal by ordinary means. If you didnt collect all the special items No way. An earthquake urred in Guntafers pupil. Although the possibility is slim, Beriel has gathered all the ingredients to unlock the gate. If you are making ns to bring Kang Jin-hyuk here. If so, it was understandable that Beriel had to go down the stairs so forcefully. At least thats information worth checking out. Yes, yes. Okay. Direct contact with those demons. And if there really is something wrong with the gate, bury all the people who set traps there. Beriel cant afford to go downstairs right now. On the other hand, he had enough energy left to send at least one limb down. All right. The subus that received the order moved immediately. Ha ha ha! Everything smiles at me until the very end! I would have thought of it as an opportunity for conversion and poured everything into it. Even that tiny bit of hope could bepletely shattered this time . It was filled with light. Chapter 403 Episode 403. Shrine of the Resting Dead (1) SDS broadcasting station located in Yeouido. Here, we were dealing with a special feature about the big issues that have happened recently. [I watch the strategy alone, Episode 57, The End of the Middle ss] Haha. Its such an honor to be able to introduce these famous people to the viewers. MC Uhm Tae-young, who was in charge of hosting, smiled brightly. Mng and monster breast. A while ago,rge-scale BJs who were active in an event on the first floor were invited as guests. Besides. Oh Ji-won, the master of the enemy guild, and Kim Hee-woong of the ck Crow guild were also next to him. This is the same as if the ratings are already guaranteed by the members alone. Because the parties to the hottest case gathered in one ce. Hello! My name is Mng! Its a monster breast. The two Vijays had smiles on their faces. Even at the beginning of the event, the Goinmul Corporation and the enemy guild flowed into an atmosphere of hostile rtions, and I was sweating. Now, then, lets talk about it in earnest. First, yer Oh Ji-won. I heard that you signed an alliance with the Goinmul Corporation this time, but is that true? Yes. Thats right. We are maintaining a close rtionship with the ck Crow Guild, supported by yer Kang Jin-hyeok. We also n to support the ck Crow guild through this alliance. No way, you mean that Korean cars will spawn you? Of course. yer Kang Jin-hyeok is the pride of Korea and the hope of the world. Of course, as a businessman, we should help him. Oh Ji-won made a joke without putting a single saliva on his mouth. Its such a sincere tone that you cant even imagine having a hole in your shoulder. Ohhh! Thats really good. With this, the tower attack will be more reassuring. Thats right. Molrang is also looking forward to this synergy! By any chance, did yer Kang Jin-hyeok give us some information about the upper sses? The story of the tower attack came out at the right time. information. Yes. That is why so many people are watching this program. Hmm Oh Ji-won took a sip of the ice water. Somerge guilds have already prepared a foothold to reach the 30th floor through exchanges with the Empire and Murim. The middleyer of the tower only needs permission from the two giant powers that rule thatyer. In particr, it means that you dont have to catch a boss or meet certain conditions in a ruin or dungeon. And therge guilds who knew that fact had seeded in winning their favor by lobbying the leaders of the Empire and Murim behind the scenes. Numerous quests were sessful and more funds were invested than that, but they finally found an opportunity to go beyond the middle level of the tower and go to the upper level. Yes. Weve heard the news. They say that the main raids are already heading upwards one after another. You are making a big mistake. yes? Uhm Tae-young widened his eyes. A mistake What was that? Mng and the monster breasts also asked back as if they couldnt understand. To operate on the 30th floor, you need to obtain a specific item from the 29th floor. If you go to the 30th floor recklessly without it, you will suffer enormous damage. Then, are you saying that you have to go from the 29th floor even though you can go to the 30th floor? Thats the key point. Wow Oh Ji-won-nim, how do you know that so well? Mng, who had been listening quietly, widened his eyes. yer Jinhyeok Kang talked about what yers must do to get to the 30th floor. I came here to convey his words that innocent victims should not appear. The fact that Jinhyeok has a closer rtionship with the Empire than anyone else has now be an open fact. Moreover, it was also true that he had always been a pioneer in attacking the stairs. Everyones eyes were focused on Oh Ji-wons mouth. The interior of the studio was so quiet that you could hear the sound of dry saliva going over. Sea warfare. The sea upies 88% of the 29th floor. Everyone must join forces to achieve one goal on the vast ocean. Horok. The rich aroma of coffee spread throughout my mouth. I think its even more special since Ive been drinking it for the first time in a long time. Jinhyeok savored the coffee Rick made. Hmm. Im d you were satisfied. Jinhyeok-nim is probably the only one who knows how to properly enjoy the taste of these beans. Rick smiled heartily as he sorted out the books piled up in the library. After the event on the first floor, only two days had passed. So many things happened in that time. It was enough to catch my steps to go to the 27th floor right away. In the end, Jinhyeok found Rick and tried to make a few more variables. Did the middle managers know? The two factions formed an alliance? Ricks hands as he was organizing the book suddenly stopped at the sudden main topic. Its about Olympus and the Pandemonium. No. We only found out about it three days ago. Even for us, its hard to approach the deities of the upper echelons easily. The moment the two giant forces joined forces, the breath of Ragnarok, which had been connected like a thread, was cut off with a single knife. The resistance forces were swept away by the overwhelming wave of attacks without being properly prepared. He even destroyed Yggdrasil, which had been strengthened through the spring water of the sun, although he did not know what he had done. Only the gods, including Odin and Thor Loki, escaped alive. Thousands of Valkyries and warriors turned to ashes along with Yggdrasil and disappeared. Its impossible in the usual way. The symbol of Ragnarok and the World Tree itself. The tree that the gods, including Odin and Thor, risked everything to protect was engulfed in a huge me and burned. Since the mes are still not extinguished after two days, it must have been attacked by something absurd. And the existence that could make this level of work possible among the Administrators, it would only be a very small minority. Hasting, or maybe he needs the help of someone higher up than Hasting. Things areplicated. I know that yer Kang Jin-hyeok made many friendly factions, but you should be careful with Pandemonium and Olympus. Yes I guess. Jinhyuk stroked his chin with his fingertips. The best thing you can do at this point is Can I ask you a favor? If youre asking? Theres a book I really need to get, but getting there is quite a challenge. In particr, I cant even figure out where some of the ingredients are. Huh. I think its a great thing for yer Kang Jin-hyuk to say that. By any chance, may I ask what it is? Its nothing special. Its an old book. If its unusual for the book to make a sound simr to that of an insect, thats a peculiarity. wee. A sh passed through Ricks pupils. But it was really only for a short while. Its a book There are quite a few books here, but if you tell me a little more detail, I might be able to find them separately. Probably not what Im looking for. Rather than that, Ill ask for these ingredients. Jinhyeok handed a note to Rick. Hmm. I understand why you said it was difficult. This is one of the few things in the tower But since its yer Kang Jin-hyeoks request, Ill try to get it as far as I can. However, yer Kang Jin-hyuk will also listen to my requestter You must give it. Thank you. Then, Ille see you again. Whoops! The green gate opened again. When Jinhyeok disappeared, the inside of the library fell into silence. Dont hide,e out. Rick opened his mouth to the back of the endless bookshelves. OK. that buck Footsteps could be heard through the dark passageway. Height up to 2 m. The corners of the mouth that smirked up. It was Nyathotep, one of the primeval gods. Keuuu! This, even though hepletely concealed his presence, seems to be no good for the great Rick Hennessy. They didnt even show nose poke, did they appear now? Ive been busy with a lot of things to do, too. You know, right? How much effort do I have to put in to prepare for the Apocalypse? In the end, it seems youve decided to cross a dangerous bridge. That person is so beyond our expectations. How can we do this too? Nyathotep, who had been smoking a lot, looked at the coffee on the table and took a sip. Ugh. Its still coffee without a taste bud. What kind of vor do you eat this with? You dont know how coffee tastes. Because only those who know the true value of these beans know. Is there such a guy? If its 100, youd think he ate 100 shit? Yeah hardly ever Ricks expression grew moreplex. now and in the future. There is probably only one person who knows this coffee properly. Dont nag. Get ready for work. Well take care of it, so just pay attention to securing the Necronomicon. It looks like that person just asked you for that, too? Yeah. I guess so. Although he only said fragmentary things, what Jinhyeok said was clearly characteristic of the Necronomicon. Anyway, when I get the bookter, Ill have to ask. How the hell were we able to track down the forbidden book, whose whereabouts werent properly identified? Could it be that hes not a yer, but one of the administrators? Or something more than that. Stop talking nonsensical nonsense and get out of here. If youre found out here, the entire administration might be turned upside down. Yes. Yes. Lets do as youmand. At the end of Ricks words. The figure of Nyathotep disappeared in smoke. A dried up swamp located on the 27th floor of the Tower of Trials. The Temple where the dead sleep is a ruin where parasitic monsters form the majority. Dalgrak. Master. Whats wrong with all these ces? It looks strange. T-Bone and Frey spat out one word each. Just looking at the colony, which reminds me of a scene from Alien, made my spine run cold. Still, You can go quietly without being disturbed by other people. Until now, several raid groups had attacked this ce, but only a few survived. It was because they didnt know that parasitic monsters are more lethal as the number of enemies increases . I didnt use this ce as a base among other ces. Under the protection of the Demon King, the demons would have been able to ess anywhere on the 20th floor, but Nietzsche made this ruin a base. He instinctively realized that it would be safe here. Jinhyeok took out the red lotus . Hongryeon reaching the river had an effect of burning mes around the de . I want to try it out right now. I was very curious about how good it would be if it became this strong . Chapter 404 Episode 404. Shrine where the dead sleep (2) Kie eh! Its a fresh body very lively! As we entered the ruins in earnest, the parasites within them reacted. The appearance was simr to various monsters, but the strange ws protruding from the body showed that they were not ordinary monsters. Tsutsutsu Purple powder that spreads all over the body. It has the effect of slowly paralyzing the body when exposed for a certain period of time. Ogre and Orc Troll Lizard Man and more. Parasites with different appearances drew their weapons. Its annoying if you run away Ill cut off both legs first! The first to move was thergest ogre. An ax the size of a fairly grown man cut through the air. however. Quaang! The ax that he swung as if to cut the heavens and earth in pieces stopped in mid-air. Big? The ogre tilted his head . No matter how hard he tried, he couldnt move. Despite having three times the strength of a normal ogre, the ax did not even move. If its only this much, Im really disappointed I was expecting a little bit because it was full of tricky guys. Jinhyeok gave strength to the dagger. Then, like a lie, the ogres body began to slide to the side. Mmm, prey On the subject It must be your story. Awesome! A very clean cut. A thick spray of blood erupted. cooong! The ogre, whose upper body had been cut off, copsed as it was. ! ? The gigglingughter disappeared in an instant. Even the parasites felt it instinctively. That the intruders who appeared in front of me werepletely different from the ones who hade before. Two of you, focus on tanking. Even parasitic monsters wont be able to parasitize you. undead and homunculus. Both have bodies that cannot be parasitized. It is for this very reason that I joined these two in this raid. Dalgrak. Its an honor to fight together with the Master. Im not bad either. T-Bone and Frey pulled out long swords and short spears. Quaang! All three jumped at the same time. [T-Bone activates Lv16 Wide Provocation!] T-Bone burrowed into the middle of the parasites and drew aggro. Various weapons rushed in, but it was not enough to pierce T-Bones sword. Even the pincers and tentacles, which are the core of the parasitic infection, could not pierce T-Bones body, which had only bones. Green eyes lit up in empty pupils. Puffer Puck! T-Bone alone blocked the movement of more than 10 enemies. and take advantage of that gap. Jinhyeok leaped into the air. 10 After the reinforcement was over, Hongryeon and Barnard, who had be ustomed to their hands, moved freely. Keeeee! Kuaa! It doesnt matter if its arge medium-sized breed or a small breed with a nimble body. In the first ce, Jinhyeok, who moves at high speed, couldnt even follow him with his eyes. Kwadeuk! A wind hole appeared in the heart of the twin-headed ogre. The real taste is no joke. Jinhyuk let out a small exmation. Even if the parasitic monsters at the entrance of the ruins are rtively weak, they are at least 3 to 5 times stronger than the existing monsters. However, Hongryeon was spewing out mes as if he didnt care about that. fault. Jinhyeok, who appeared on the other side in an instant through Shadow Kill, swung his sword again. The trolls head, unable to even scream, flew all the way to the other side. strong. Not with us. We need to inform the above. A monster is here. Realizing that they had no chance of winning, the parasites chose to flee. Left. Five out. Ill take care of it. Frey reacted immediately. Perpuck! The moment when the short spear drawn in a parabolic arc smashed the head of a parasite with the appearance of a goblin. Frey had already reached the goblins fleeing in a different direction. The probability of you getting out safely is less than 1.35%. still expressionless. He just recited calcted probabilities. Even the moment when the opponent stopped breathing, there was no ups and downs of emotions. Keii? hooked! The pike pierced the uv and came out the other side. Everyone has worked hard. Its the first time Ive put together, and its not bad. I think we can continue like this. After Jinhyeok cleaned up the battlefield, he approached T-Bone and Frey. The battlested only about 3 minutes, but each of them had a clear idea of what they had to do. This level is basic, Master. To be honest, I dont think I understand why this body with a skeleton would step up against these bugs. Only one. It would be nice if he just kept his mouth shut but if he bes useless someday, he will definitely be orphaned as beef bone soup. Frey, who was next to him, also widened his eyes. Well did you? Me too? Yeah. Frey did a good job too. I see. Frey gripped the short spear with both hands. Ill stab more. Dont leave one behind. Another jade another jade Red drops of blood fell along the de. I feel a bit strong. Even though I was on the same side, it felt creepy. If you take even one wrong step, youre not going in apletely strange direction. But it was when a new area of the ruins was opened. Quaaaaagh! Sa, save me! Multiple screams echoed from the front. Arge number of undetected mana began to appear. a scream? Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. There can be no raids here. Theres no way arge guild wouldnt know how dangerous it was. But the desperate screams were never imitated by monsters. Fray! T-Bone! Yes. Ill secure it from the surroundings. Dalgrak! All three hit the front at the same time. By the time we reached the ce where the screams were heard, it was already quitete. Caang! Kakakang! yers wielding weaponry and fighting with all their might. However, more than a third of them had long since be cold corpses. No, to be more precise I was attacked by a parasite and turned into another parasitic monster. Kick-kick! You guys,e on join us. Yes. Unlike when I was a human, I feel great! The weak body is over now. Hahaha! The yers with bloodshot eyes swung their swords and spears. Aww! Do, run away! Damn it. What are all these ruins? Thats why I told you not toe in at all! A one-sided battle line. He was already struggling because of the parasites that were parasitic to the elves, and even the allies who were fighting together a little while ago were transformed into enemies. It is a natural reality that we have no choice but to be terrified. right at that moment. Boooooong! A red sh crossed in a straight line. The light that fell like a meteor shower hit the elves. Wow! Horrible mes soared from the huge crater. There was no one who could survive in the explosion of Red Magic Bullet and Endless Poison. Just being around her made her skin sting from the heat. Jinhyeok focused his magic on his fingertips. The red lotus stuck in the middle of the crater was pulled out and brought into Jinhyeoks hand. Is everyone okay? Go, yer Kang Jin-hyuk? Really? No, how did you get here Of course I thought you went to the 30th floor The barely surviving yers looked at Jinhyeok with surprised faces. I came to this ruin because I had personal business. But what did you guyse all the way here? Surely, this ruin must have been banned even within the Awakened Association andrge guilds? ording to what I heard from Kim Hee-woong and Oh Ji-won, we lost 7 rankers in the top 3000 since thest raid. Considering that all of them are skilled enough to tackle B-ss dungeons solo, it means that the difficulty level far exceeds expectations. But toe inside so recklessly Jinhyeoks gaze turned to the armor worn by the yers. Turquoise spider pattern. It is the first guild mark. That means You must havee here to promote the guild. Whoa. I wonder if everyone is sane Haha that you know? For a new small and medium-sized guild like ours to grow Is there any other way? The man who spoke to me first had a puzzled look on his face. So youve crawled all the way to a ce like this to die together? Even the strongest yers are at the level of an A-ss? Well, we were thinking of fighting at the entrance for a while and then leaving right away. Thats enough for publicity. but. Someone blocked the entrance to the ruins. So I had no choice but to go deeper. blocked the entrance? This ruin doesnt even have a gate guardian? how is that possible? I dont know. Were too distracted The man shook his head quietly. It was only a part of the clue, but I roughly figured out what the situation was. Lesser parasites probably dont have the ability to seal the entrance to the ruins. The traps left by the demons still remain. Or maybe it means that some of the scattered demons are still here. Either way, things are pretty fun. The deepest part of the temple where the dead are asleep. The ruins that once struggled to bring down the demon king turned into a tomb full of parasites that had fallen asleep. No, there were still a few left. The Mine Association was disbanded after losing Nietzsche, the head, and the knights belonging to the round table to Jinhyeok. And the shell formed by the gathering of the remaining forces. gurgling! Red blood poured endlessly along the circr altar that was about 10 meters long. Where is he now? The beautiful-looking devil opened his mouth. It was Remia, a subus who came to the ruins under themand of Guntaper. Then, as if they had been waiting, the people gathered answered. Currently. We have passed District 3 and are moving deeper. Looking at the speed, it seems like two days would be enough to get here. The Death Knight and the blue-haired woman who came with me are also quite strong. At least, there doesnt seem to be any otherpanions, including the head of Ataraxia . Temporary head Mordred and one of the knights, Percival. Tristan, who also holds a knighthood, was in the executive level. And around him, around twenty or so demons and Melena. Are the three of us here? A fishy smile lingered on Remias lips. Ive been worried since shes notorious for being so troublesome. I wondered if the effort she had prepared was rather excessive. Remia. Yes. Mordred. Tell me. I beg you, can you give me the honor of taking hisst breath? Years passed by in Mordreds face. All his grand ns copsed, and he fled, pursued by the government and guilds. A life that had been fought. If it wasnt for the driving force of revenge, I might have gone crazy right away. However, after hardships, happinesses. Finally, the time hase to bepensated for everything. And with the support of one of the devils direct subordinates. And. This day If you make sure you leave your mark on , your life will changepletely from now on. If I get what I want, I can do whatever I want after that. Thank you. Mordred lowered his head and took a step back. Wee. Ill make you one of the many dead who sleep here. Chapter 405 Episode 405. Shrine where the dead sleep (3) Green Spider Guild. It is a brand new guild that has just been created for over 3 months. The head of the engineering team is 32-year-old Jo Nam-cheol, and he said that he had originally been unemployed for several years before forming this guild with like-minded friends. I cant get a job, Im getting older, and my life is getting tougher. Its notmon. There are plenty of people in the world who want to win the lottery. Fortunately, getting a good job has been the driving force for the Green Spider Guild to endure until now. Of course, the luck that was on the verge of sess wont work here anymore. So youre saying youre never going back? Yes! If Im with yer Kang Jin-hyeok, Im going to follow you to the end of hell! Even though waiting at the entrance of the ruins until I catch the boss has a much better chance of surviving? Then what do I do? If I lived like that anyway, it would be the same as being dead. Since it happened like this. Whatever it is, Im going to go to the end. A tone that feels overly firm will. Okay. In that case, do whatever you want. I have no intention of drying it. Crossing the dangerous bridge was my own choice. furthermore. He took Mandragora juice Jinhyeoks gaze turned to the nape of Jo Namcheols neck. Pale turquoise blood running through the veins. These are undoubtedly the symptoms of drinking Mandragora juice. I guess this is why I came here without fear. Mandragora is a type of drug that has been quite a hot item among yers to forget the fear of recent raids. The problem is that the amount of juice Jo Nam-cheol and the rest of the yers have taken is far above the normal level. Its not an amount that one individual can save. Aside from the price, there is no way that neers have prated such an acquisition route. But just then Shuk. Sigh I could feel his presence through the rocks that lined the swamp. Elf. Those were the high elves who were rumored to be agile. The enemy. Enemy? No way, are they the dwarves again? You said so confidently, why are you already scared? Its not like that It means you dont have to fight on purpose. Or. Theres a reason why we shouldnt fight. What do you mean by that? What do you mean by that? No. I was just talking to myself. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth went up. I think this raid will be exciting in many ways. Shuung! Whoop! Whoop! Perpuck! Arrows flying from the side. And from the front, elves with daggers rushed in. Kakakakang! It is so precise and fast that it gives goosebumps. Jinhyeok and the high elf rotated their bodies clockwise. The sword strikes, loaded with eleration and weight, collided in the air. Quaang! ! The high elfs body bounced over 5m. No matter how much the shock was dispersed, it wasnt hard enough to withstand the Hongryeon. But just because they were pushed back in the head-to-head match didnt mean the high elves momentum had softened. Rather, I tried to find the gap somehow. One of the high elves eyes was stained red. at the same time. Arrows flew from different directions. Unlike a moment ago, the trajectory is twisted in the middle as if the arrow is alive and breathing. As soon as one was knocked out, two arrows aimed at the vital point from the other side. Youre so damn annoying. Jinhyeok deflected all the attacksing from the blind spot. One step away. The bnce of power does not easily tip to one side. Its pretty good. Human. The high elf who seemed to be the leader opened his mouth. Its been a long time since Ive been in love with my body, so I tried to keep it from getting damaged if possible, but if this continues, there will be no end. Ill do my best to get rid of it. Sreung! chuck. Instead of a bow, a strange curved sword extended forward. Do you intend to engage in closebat instead of long-distance containment? In addition, that curved sword was coated with poison peculiar to high elves that aggravated wounds. seven melee. two archers. As the personnel arrangements changed, a fiercer melee was expected. yer Jinhyeok Kang. Well take care of the guysing from behind. Jo Nam-cheol came out to help. Thats right. Wouldnt it be much easier to fight if you take care of a few archers? Dont worry about the back and just trust us. Well persevere somehow. The rest of the yers each took their ces behind Jinhyeok. It must be dangerous will you be okay? It doesnt matter if it doesnt work. Well all die if yer Kang Jin-hyeok is defeated anyway. Okay. Then, I believe you. Jinhyeok focused his mana forward. As Swords Grave was activated, a dark red river was burning along the two swords. The high elves melodies were also stained with white light. Hit it. The chief high elf gave the order. Jinhyeok and the high elves feet went into strength. however. The moment your feet are about toe off the ground. Now! Its finally caught! Youre such an idiot! The yers behind Jinhyeok all turned around. They swung their weapons all at once, aiming for the back of Jinhyeok, not the high elf. Jinhyeoks center of gravity ispletely forward, and his horsepower is also concentrated in the front. This means that the conditions are optimal for a surprise attack. but. Booung! What the sword and spear separated was not flesh and bone, but empty space. What, what? An earthquake urred in Jo Nam-cheols pupil. A perfect surprise attack with moderately drained power. However, the opponent evaded such a blow of conversion too lightly. Its a bit quicker to hit the back than I thought. Well, I made it look like I was struggling, so you guys must have thought the timing was perfect. Did you know that we were going to attack? Jo Nam-cheol asked in disbelief. I have some eyes in the sky too. Wheein! A small drone flying about 100m from the ground. I used the machine lord copied from Lee Tae-min to get a rough perspective. Although the scope of what he could see was still limited due to theck of use of his abilities, it was still enough to get the necessary information. That didnt care. Even if thats not the case, you were suspicious from the beginning. What do you mean? High elves dont get killed by parasites. Basically. but. Being infected with parasites like this means that they used a new method that existing parasites couldnt. In other words, a third party intervened. And those who are familiar with this ce but have the time to prepare in advance. Thats only the demons who used this ce as their base. At Jinhyeoks words, Jo Namcheols face changed 180 degrees. I wonder if the build-up was a bit wrong. I thought the story was well-thought out but choosing a high elf was a mistake. Well, if I had to point it out, the overuse of Mandraragora juice was also a problem. It was also a problem that they drew my attention by disguising themselves as a clumsy new guild. It was good that he sacrificed hisrades to fight the high elves, but under normal circumstances, it would have been natural for the raid to be wiped out. Especially if its a raid of a new guild like this. You mean you knew it, but you were deliberately pretending you didnt know? Because theres nothing easier to use than a stupid enemy. Originally, I was going to keep quiet until the end, but things have changed. Jinhyeoks gaze turned to the elves. Among the high elves, there were quite familiar faces. Theslon. This is the guy I met in the Elf Forest on the 6th floor. I ordered a pretty good cosy and it remained deep in my memory, but for some reason this guy crawled in here. And at the very back, the elf ranger Sylvia, whom I met on the 6th floor, was also with me. There must be something happening among the elves that these two are here. Well, okay. You seem to be quite quick-witted. So what are you going to do? Youre too tired to deal with the high elves, but can you handle us? Now there are enemies on all sides. No matter how raw the meat is, this situation is bound to be tricky. There seems to be a misunderstanding, too, but the reason the fight looked so tense was because I deliberately killed you all to get you to confess. pod. Jinhyeoks body disappeared. Quaang! The body of the high elf in the lead fell to the ground. This time, the high elf next to him flew to the side. I couldnt even understand how it happened. two already. And in the blink of an eye, the third elf fainted on the spot. uh? Something just I thought I heard, and then the elves copsed like a puppet with a broken string. Jo Nam-cheol finally realized that something was wrong. Kwajik! Awesome! Quaaaaagh! A desperate scream rang out. Cho Nam-cheol, whose entire body had been shattered, shivered all over. Dont be rude. I still have more questions to ask. Whatare you far away? What I do almost always Kwaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa! I thought you said Id ask you questions? Dont talk unnecessarily and rest quietly when you can. Ille backter. Ah Alges. Even my teeth arepletely gone, and whenever I speak, the sound of the windes out of my mouth. Still, the fear of death was greater than the pain, so Nam-cheol Jo did not even dare to scream. It was because he saw with his own two eyes that all his colleagues died except for himself. Jinhyeok, who cleaned up the situation, went to the ce where the elves were. Everyone was tied up and passed out, but only Teslon and Sylvia were conscious. This is thanks to the preparation and feeding of an antidote that drives out the parasites. How is it? Are you okay? Keuh I think Im getting a bit more conscious. Teslon grabbed his head with his hand. Its fortunate. But now is the start. The movements of the guys inside the body have slowed down a lot, but they need additional stimtion to get them out. Damn it. Anyway, nothing good wille of you face to face. Looking at your shiny face, you must be using the weapon you took from us, right? It seems that he is quite resentful of the loss of Pentagris fangs and mrs. Still, if you open your eyes wide and fight against the life saver, is it bitter? Jinhyeoks hand moved like lightning. Damn! Kwaaaak! What are you doing? You have to do this to make the medicine work faster. Beating is the best thing, but if you do that and damage your brain, its a big deal . He bit his gums. You damn bastard! Does it hurt that much? But what can we do? Its just the beginning? Jinhyeok mercilessly pped Teslons face . Its pretty cool. While our Teslon couldnt see it, it became like glutinous rice cake. Enough. Aww! um, stop Stop! If I stop, then what if they knock me out again? Are you going to do what the parasites tell you to do again? That, thats! Isnt it? Theres no way your n can survive this miserable situation. The leader of the rangers who protect the vige. Considering the suffering elves, this is nothing . Ill say it again, but I dont have personal feelings. Jinhyeok excitedly massaged Teslons face again. How long did itst? Huh? I I think Im okay? Next to me, Sylvia wiggled her limbs. While watching Tesslon, she was determined that her turn woulde soon. For some reason, the sense of incongruity when she was infectedpletely disappeared. A body that moves freely. Plus, both eyes became clear. Whatwhat happened? Why Sylvia Teslon, whose face was swollen, stuttered. Ah Come to think of it, the drug I took a while ago was a new drug, so the parasite died on its own after a while. Stop forgot. did. Chapter 406 Episode 406. Shrine where the dead sleep (4) Chiiik! Kieeeeee ck smoke flowed out with a faint scream. With this, the parasites in Teslon and Sylvias bodypletely disappeared. I was finally freed from the terrible nightmare. Thanks to you, I was able to live. Jinhyeok-nim. If you hadnte, we would have harmed our fellow countrymen forever as these guys told us to. Sylvia expressed her sincere thanks. You could see the pain in the past on his face. After leaving the stairs and vige where he belonged anding this far, of course he must be exhausted both physically and mentally. On the other hand. Im going to kill you. Im definitely going to kill you. Its like a guy like tartar stuck in an orcs mrs. Teslon spat out a series of swear words. Who said that? If he had been calm, he would have given only the medicine. Jinhyeokpletely ignored Teslon and asked Sylvia what she was doing. What happened? Why are you guys here? Thats Recently, the Pandemonium has started to expand its territory at random. Originally, the demons, which were only seen in the middle sses and above, came to the ce where the elves of the neighboring tribe lived, and soon took the vige elves as prisoners. Jinhyeoks expression changed. To think he was expanding his territory while hunting elves at this timing. The Demon Realm shares the realm with Eden on the same level. It also bordered on Olympus below. Being so active in a situation where both sides are surrounded by enemies means that they are prepared for an invasion by other forces. The opponent is probably Olympus. Because while fighting a power war, only Olympus could hold Eden and Ragnarok in check. good. This alone was worth talking to Sylvia. But, how did you get involved? I put a barrier in the elven vige? As long as even a high-ranking demon did not manifest, there was no way the barrier would be broken. It was a barrier made with so much effort. Jinhyeok-nims barrier is still there. We got out of town and were taken captive by the demons. The high elves sought help from all the elves. Theyre the guardians of the elves, so they couldnt have watched their own people suffer. Yes, I understood the situation. Jinhyuk nodded. Then, now well go on our way. Sylvia. If theres anything useful around you, scrape it all together. Yes? Ah yes. Captain. Sylvia nodded with her eyes wide open. Jinhyeok immediately asked. Where are you going? Since we survived, we n to join the Elf warriors. Before its toote, we should wipe out all these fucking parasites and find and kill the demons who attacked the Elves. There are elves? Here? Yes. There is a tribe of high elves fighting the parasites. Whoa. They are elves who have not yet been infected. I didnt expect this If the elven army is on this floor, there are many ways to use it. Because the high elves were the most mobile among the troops that moved in groups. Ill go too. what? Passing through their of parasites alone is tantamount tomitting suicide. Wouldnt it be better if there was at least one strong guardian? Wow! Actually, if Jinhyeok-nim is with us, its reassuring. Sylvia! Whos on whose side now! No, thats not it I just want to get there safely Ehehe. Our Ranger Captain. Why are you being so mean. Dont take your anger out on me. Lets be realistic. Besides, Im not saying Im just going. Heres a nice present. There is also. Jinhyuk pulled the rope. OK. Turn it off Jo Nam-chul was dragged along the floor. Theyre demons. Theyre trash that move as the limbs of the demons. You mean youre handing this guy over to us? Take out the information and judge ording to thews of the elves. The high elves will treat you like a hero, right? hmm. For a moment, Teslons eyes fluttered. As Jinhyeok said, if he took the enemy prisoner, his evaluation would definitely rise. Besides, even though he is a nasty guy, one skill is guaranteed. It is a proposal that has nothing to lose if you bend your pride. The worry didntst long. Okay. Instead, promise me one thing. What promise? Whacking the high elves Hey! What are you looking at me for! Never steal any weapons or treasures there. Kuhm! Damn it, I knew it! You were trying to steal again, right? No, Im not saying Im going to steal it. If theres something left without an owner, huh? Its nice, but Ill use it. Its like this. Imagine a mr or fang still stuck in a cave. It may look usible for decorative purposes, but the practicality would have been minimal. Stop bullshit. Promise me. On your honor. Okay. Anyway, Im quick to notice. It was when Jinhyeok licked his lips as if he was sorry. Tring! Suddenly, a blue status window appeared in front of me. [There is a call request from upper resident.] The caller is ziness, one of the seven deadly sins. He was a direct ve of apany who had been promised information in exchange for saving his life the other day. wait for a sec. Jinhyeok moved his seat for a while. Upon arriving at the ce covered by the reeds, Jinhyeok epted the call request. It must be important information. Im a bit busy right now. Uh. Its important. Its important. Actually, I should have said it sooner Its annoying Who knows, its not the sin of indolence. Annoyance dripped from his voice even though his life was at stake. Enough with the introduction, talk about the main topic. If you sang something that was not a big deal, Ill immediately activate the stigma of marriage and turn it into ashes. Right now is it on the 27th floor? Where is the temple or something? Go ahead. The upper level demons went there. Her name is Remia. A subus of Guntafer what was it? Anyway. Shes quite annoying. Remia Celtrick. yes i know the name As Guntapers henchman, he had some pretty powerful unique abilities. It is one of the most annoying enemies except for the demon king ss because itpletes the task it has been entrusted with and the process is neat. And the gluttony bastard also came. Be careful. That word hah. I contacted you to tell you. Is this enough for your life? !? One of the seven deadly sins came here. This te is bigger than I thought? I was going to finish it a little lightly and go upstairs, but it might take a little longer than I thought. Right now, yers are preparing for a naval battle on the 29th floor. Before entering the 30th floor in earnest, he heard the advice that he should get benefits from the 29th floor. It will take a week or two for the yers to settle down on the 29th floor, so Ill have to set that as the time limit. At least, all you have to do is go back until the sea dragon Gigant Dalos appears. The more difficult the situation, the greater the return will be. pounding! pounding! pounding! As I thought so, my heart began to beat pleasantly with anticipation and excitement. Ssh! Ssh. The mud sinks all the way to the calves. The further we went, the deeper the swamp became. Are the high elves really here? Jinhyuk clicked his tongue. Even though he was protecting himself with magic, crossing the swamp was not usually difficult. Not to mention Teslon, for Sylvia, even taking a single step seemed like a limit. Were almost there, so be patient. More than that, why the hell did you bring this skull gourd? Besides, isnt the girl next to you not even a human? Ah. Our T-Bone? Moongrak. T-Bone tilted his head. Its okay. Even if hes an undead, hes a different breed, so he wont harm the elves. Yes. I like milk with lots of calcium. Ogre milk is best if possible. Did you see? They say they dont like elven meat. Frey will also quietly follow orders, so you dont have to worry. Of course, Te didnt like all of this. But even if you say it for a hundred days, not even the seeds will be eaten, so there was nothing I could do other than just gossip. How long did it take? Atst the point where the swampnd ends came into view. A fortress that seems abandoned long ago. The exterior, made roughly of wood, was literally on the verge of copse. For a ce where elves live, the atmosphere is strange. It would be better to call it an undead vige. Master. Even the undead would refuse to live in a ce like that. I wonder if all the neighborhood facilities are equipped in a new south-facing area built for at least 5 years. Three monkeys. Theslon opened his mouth. OK. Cuckoo coo! The entire citadel shook. Magnificent giant trees soared above the worn-out wooden fences. In no time, thick grass grew that seemed to cover the sky. A fortress blessed by nature. At first nce, the front gate, which had several types of barriers and anti-magic defenses ovepped, was not unusual. I made preparations in my own way to avoid the eyes of the enemy. So that only those who know the password can enter. Indeed, if this is the case, it is possible to cheat to some extent. Isnt our Sloane smarter than we thought? Dont call me a beggar nickname. Unless you want an arrow in the back of the head. Right then. What kind of bastards are they! Sharp shouts were heard among the trees. They are high elf warriors. This is Teslon leading the rangers on the 6th floor! I was attacked by parasites and managed to escape ande back here! Teslon? Ah! I remember. The elf who led the 4th Rangerpany. Yes, thats right! Come on in Huh? A whimper escaped Teslons mouth. An arrow passed past my ear and stuck to the ground. The arrow shaft still trembled. It was clear that he was outright threatening. why? No one infected with a parasite everes back to their senses. I dont know what they did to pretend to have regained their sanity, but clumsy tricks wont work. Oh, misunderstanding! We really got rid of the parasites in our bodies! Ohhh. Yeah? How do you mean? Did the undead next to him even help? The high elves looked down with hostile eyes. It seems that something has been seriously misunderstood. Of course, misunderstandings umted in such a way cannot be easily resolved. It will take me a year to say it. I dont have time to talk to the punks. Quickly call him upstairs. Jinhyeok stepped forward. You arrogant! How dare a human like you give an order to a high elf? The fair faces of the elves contorted into a stern look . doesnt sound right? Or do you have to repeat what you said 100 times in order to understand it? Im trying to save you guys, but dont be patient and open the door. This bastard will rip you to death ! Dalgrak. Throwing dirty des at Master. Frey and T -Bone appeared in front of Jinhyeok like lightning . Certainly, while I promised to stay calm! Teslon shouted at Jinhyeok with a pale face . eat. If the opponent is a human like me, even more so. If so, you just need to tell them thoroughly . Whether the opponent is a person to be proud of or a beehive that should not be touched . I took out the longbow mr. Chapter 407 Episode 407. Alliance with the High Elves (1) Parts! Mana condensed along the mrs. An arrow made of magical power. It was a sense of intimidation that could not bepared to an ordinary arrow. Red sparks shot out in all directions. The power seems quite strong, but humans are arrows. Is that against us? Youre doing some crazy tricks. Where, lets take a look. Shoot as many times as you like. The high elves on the treeughed. Bows are the elves specialty. It is a weapon that is only allowed for those who have innate flexibility and concentration. But youre going to use it for someone whos impatient? At this point, Im so full of energy that I cant even speak. Wait! Calm down! Those people must be saying something without knowing what they are saying. Ji, Jinhyeok-nim, you cant kill me. However, Teslon and Sylvia stopped Jinhyeok, who were not high elves. The number to worry about ispletely reversed. Its amazing. Who cares about who I have a lot to ask, so Ill just give you one arm. The joke ends here. Seven arrows were fired in an instant. A white light cut through the air with the sound of cutting the wind. Seeing that the trail waspletely covered, it was natural to say that the elves archery skills were amazing. but. Thats it. Kakakang! Caang! The arrows were all smashed. The red shes that flew like a ruler intercepted the arrows shot by the elves in the air. Fragments falling apart into dozens of pieces. what!? No, thats nonsense. The astonishment did notst long. Before he knew it, Jinhyeok pulled the second demonstration. fast. The process of making arrows with magic power. The arrow is also aiming at the target. It was far beyondmon sense. Puffer Puck! The bows the high elves were holding were shattered in the ensuing series of attacks. Kuk! When he lost his bow, he instinctively reached for the sword at his waist. Right then. If you pull it out, you will die. You guys. An eerie voice echoed from behind the high elfs neck. The gaze turned from the bow to the sword for just over a second. In that instant, the back was already caught. Very, Captain! Suddenly? Half a beatter, the rest of the elves reacted. But it was already toote. Eh did Ie all the way here? The male elf in charge of the garrison gulped down a dry saliva. Looking back, if I even lifted a hand, my neck would be blown away. Knowing that, I couldnt think of rebelling. Im sorry, but Im the one making the request. Answer me if you know. Yeah I see. You are free to believe or not, but I was the one who detoxified the parasites first. I-really? The high elfs pupils dted rapidly. Until now, I have been through all kinds of hardships due to the infectious agent. Even powerful warriors and spirit beasts had a hard time demonstrating their strength because of that. But if you only know the antidote, the story ispletely different. I was able to create several opportunities to counterattack. In addition, I will also hand over the Mine I took as prisoners. As an expression of friendship. Well, elves have their ownws. When they reached that point, the eyes of the high elvespletely changed. The gaze of suspicion and contempt is nowhere to be seen. Before I knew it, I started to be filled with admiration and respect for Jinhyeok. Its called Paragon. It seems we misunderstood you. Im Kang Jin-hyuk. Im d the misunderstanding has been resolved. Jinhyuk also smiled brightly. But why? The mouth is smiling, but the eyes are not. Rather, a darker life lingered than before. However, I misunderstood world affairs and said Im sorry. I dont know anything else, but I have topensate for the wounds in my heart. Joustingsts a long time. If there is no proper apology, it mayst a lifetime. Compensation. How you mean? how Theslon. You mean me? Teslon, who was suddenly pointed out, tilted his head. Yes. You. The experienced will know best. What is the price to pay if you make a mistake or do something wrong? Jinhyeok lined up the clothes he bought from the coin exchange in advance. All of them were clothes that had shapes that could not be put into words. Teslon. What nonsense is this man talking about? This isnt it true? If youre kidding us, do it in moderation. Ohhh. So everyone cant wear it? Of course! What do you see the warriors of the noble forest as! Dont underestimate the elfs pride! Hmm. Thats right. Well, its okay to refuse. It wouldnt be too bad to put on a corpse. Jinhyeok brought out Hongryeon again. The red de touched the high elfs neck at once. This time, the flesh started to burn little by little just by touching it. Seriously? If you do this, youll really have to go to war with us? The elders will understand if you hand over the antidote and prisoners. You are an inevitable loss in a war. Its not really the atmosphere to have a conversation. Eventually, the elf captain sought help from Teslon. Teslon Stop this human quickly. Arent you really trying to kill him? But if thats what you who came with me Give up. what? Its better to just put everything down and ept it. Trust me. I know that feeling better than anyone else. Teslon looked at the elf captain with deep eyes. Thats Its an eyeball that only those who have experienced it can have. Desperate outbursts and denial of reality. And beyond all that, to put yourself down and give up. It was the kind of eyes that contained the life of an elf. Damn it. Everything Wrong. Now there is no other way. The elves hung their heads powerlessly. A rather strange scene unfolded inside the elven stronghold. red-orange-no-cho. Magical girls dressed in colorful, manly clothes entered one after another. Its a bonus that he carries canes taller than he is. Seeing such a strange sight, the elves inside the fortress did not dare to ask questions. Mom. Isnt that the defense captain? Shh. I cant use it if I look through it. As if possessed by a ghost, he just watched Jinhyeok go all the way to the innermost part of the fortress. and present. In a cozy room made of wood, the elder in charge of this fort and Jinhyeok were having a meeting. So. Our warriors didnt listen to us, so we gave them some education? A high elf elder with a long beard poured green tea into a cup. It seemed to calm the mind and body a little. Yes. Im going to be with you in this war, but I think its necessary to organize the ranks to some extent. How safe is this guy! Elder! Are you still listening? Stay still. Why are you shouting so loudly about what you did well in that outfit? Even though the house is already small, holding a magic wand. Tsk tsk. Oh, no, this is The captain of the defense blushed and blurted out his words. The elf elder turned his head to Jinhyeok again. Certainly, the conditions you proposed are not bad. We also provide the most necessary things. I can move the troops here. I can do something with my authority. You mean you ept a temporary alliance? I think so. No matter what anyone says The elf elder smiled warmly. We should trust the benefactor who helped our n. Who would we trust? I had already heard all about Jinhyeoks activities through Sylvia. About what effort a human had made for the elves and how he had not bothered to brag about it even after he had achieved such achievements. I had no worries because of it. Because from the moment we spoke, we had already decided to be together. [You have earned the trust of the high elf elder Tian.] [All elves you meet for the first time after that will increase your friendship by 200%.] [You will be given a title equivalent to 100 elven rangers.] The blue that appears in session status window. With this, the minimum preparation isplete. Tell Paragon about your needs. Ill provide anything. Thank you. Then Jinhyeok bowed his head briefly and stood up. Then, apanied by Paragon, Teslon, and Sylvia, who looked like they were chewing shit, they headed to the outskirts of the fortress. How many rangers can you mobilize at most? If its only Ranger, its about 300. 300 Jinhyeoks eyes narrowed. If Remia, a high-ranking demon, and the Seven Deadly Sins came together, the temples defense would be tough. Even though Melena and Tristan are infiltrating inside, Ill have to create an opportunity to contact them in order to get information from them. You wont be able to contact them through the system under heavy surveince. Gather not only rangers, but also warriors. We need to include nobles who can handle the spirits. Looks like you dont intend to end with reconnaissance. Paragons face hardened. No way, youre not going to fight head-on, are you? If you do, the damage will grow out of control. In the first ce, guerri warfare was all about minimizing sacrifices. No matter how strong the High Elves were, they werent strong enough topare to the Demons who had a huge number of Demonic Beasts and Parasites. But what are you thinking If you are going to recklessly drive the elves to death No, there will be very few sacrifices from the elves. It only takes me, T-Bone, and Frey to enter the temple. We just need to draw attention to get you guys into the temple, then You mean this? No more, no less, just go there. Really. Youre a human being who only chooses crazy things. To think that the three of us will go there Well, thats good. Lets do it hotly to draw attention. Paragon nodded. Kuku kuk kuku! Red fountains of blood gushed along the entire temple. It was for the purpose of further condensing the demonic energy inside through blood magic. and. Remia was sitting on the throne under the inverted cross altar. By now he must have moved on. Yes. Im sure theyre in a hurry since theyve been hunting and stimting even the elves. Whoops. Okay. I will be able to see the results soon. This work took a lot of effort in various ways. It was a direct order from Guntaper, the great demon king and master of the demon realm. There shouldnt be. Kang Jin-hyeok Remia gazed intently at the portrait of Jin-hyeok painted in blood. The opponent must be certain of his victory . Why not? Even though the demons are stupid, a human named Nietzsche had a skill that was quite usable I dont understand how he was treated so vainly. The power to nullify his own ability. Nihilism. Even the residents were difficult to deal with. But when I heard that Nietzsche was attacked by a yer overnight I couldnt understand it at all. Unless I knew how to deal with nihilism in advance. Nietzsche was the first to encounter it. It wouldnt be an exaggeration to say that was a disaster itself. But, if we say theres a rat on our side, its roughly the same. Isnt it? Our sneaky mouse sheep? Remias gaze turned to the naked woman tied to the altar. Chapter 408 Episode 408. Alliance with the High Elves (2) Again Again Again Red drops of blood fell under the inverted cross. Yes. It seems that you still have nothing to say. Remia stroked Melenas cheek. Cool ha just kill it. Melena let out a heavy breath. He must have been subjected to severe torture, and his appearance was horrendous. Hes a really nasty kid. He usually opens his mouth when hes done this much. Cutting off one arm is also an option. If you cross the irreversible river, you will open your mouth to protect whats left. Sreung! Mordrey, who was next to him, immediately drew his sword. Is it because of the fact that he has been betrayed all this time? The anger Mordrey felt was beyond imagination. Its a natural story. It was the Mines who had been working together even before the Tower of Trials appeared. Ha, what kind of lover is flirting with you as if you had an affair? Wasnt betrayal a natural thing in this world? Yes. Thats true. But Fuuk! The tip of the knife dug into the thigh. Aaaagh! I dont know about the others, but I cant stand betraying me. Melena. Me, who saved you from being killed by the mafia while dealing arms! stop. As I tried to cross the line, Remia opened her mouth. Mordreys sword stopped. As you might have guessed, you die anyway. How you die, however, is up to you. Huh. Id like to go there with a ss of wine in a warm bed after Im old enough, cant I? Whoops. Your mouth is still alive. But, everyone has a limit. Finding that limit is my main specialty. Before it gets even more painful, tell us about Kang Jin-hyeoks n and if there is another spy inside. I told you. Just kill him. Why is the devils tongue so long? gear. Remias face contorted in a grim manner. Modray. yes. Just put your breath away. Leave it to me. Mordrey picked up a torture instrument that had been draped over a wooden table. Tristan. You interrogate the rest of the demons one by one. If there is another spy, you must find out and report it immediately. Tristan, who had been silent at Remiasmand, trembled. Yourplexion isnt very good. Whats wrong? Oh, no. I just didnt think there would be a traitor among my colleagues. Tristan looked at Melena with aplicated expression. But it was only for a short while. Hundreds of rangers headed forward across the swamp. It was enough to make no sound even when a force of this size moved. The high elves and rangers were fast and quiet. Its understandable that even the demons cant handle it easily. If these guys were hiding and conducting guerri warfare, even Remia would be annoyed. But just then belt ring. A status window appeared in front of Jinhyeok. [A call request came from the ve Melena.] This is ridiculous. Because Remia inside the temple would never allow such a gap. Did Remia get Melena? Otherwise, there was no reason for Melena to activate the call system at this timing. However, if they betrayed them, the Stigma of the Soul would be activated What the hell is going on? All sorts of cases ran through my head, but there was only one way to confirm. Jinhyeok epted the call request. Then a familiar voice was heard. You shouldve decided not to contact each other until you met in person? I did. But, its okay. A friend on the inside created a gap. You wont be intercepted or discovered. Looks like youve been doing something useless again. Whoa. If you stay calm, can you get sick? Huh? Ill do the scoldingter, so stop fighting. We dont have much time before that, so lets share only the important things. It cant be helped that it happened like this. Okay. Then, tell me about the arrangement of the demons and where Remia and the Seven Deadly Sins are currently staying. The demons will be ced outside the temple. However, all of them are decoys, and the main force, including Remia, is waiting for you toe inside the temple. It is also taking the method of digging traps and waiting. As long as this side has the purpose of activating the gate inside the temple, they must be nning to make the most of it and take it by surprise. Only one. What I dont understand is that the Seven Deadly Sins gluttony protects the Dark Magic Stone. Its true that the ck Magic Stone, which supplies demonic energy to the demons, is the second main target after the gate but I thought getting rid of me would be the top priority rather than unexpected . At first, the ck Magic Stone side was going to send Paragons and nobles who deal with spirits, but if things go like this, they will have to revise their ns. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. What kind of n is this? The opposite of Remias personality, which likes to end things quickly, unfolded. Even though the ck magic stone was important, it was only when the battle was prolonged or to minimize damage from the monsters ced outside. Hmm. Well, theres nothing wrong with us. We have a chance to eliminate the enemys full force. Jinhyeok made a decision. I have to send T-Bone and Frey to the ce where the Dark Stone is. Anyway, there are children I nted in the altar, so redistributing the number like this will be enough. I think that would be nice too. Ah! We have to go now. Before the conversation ended, Melena added onest word. The tea you made for me when I was at theke I really want to try it again. I really like it. [The call has ended.] The blue status window blinks and then disappears. Kung! thud! thud! With an earth-shaking roar. The monsters at the temple entrance roared in unison. Koooooo! Feed giggly! Feed! Infectious organisms parasitic on medium andrge-scale monsters of hell and various monsters. An innumerablerge army covered the swampy area. And in front of them, the elven army led by Jinhyeok took their ce. Thats a huge number. If we fought properly, we wouldntst even half a day and would be annihted. Paragon swallowed dry saliva as he looked at his enemies. I knew the enemys forces were enormous, but when I faced them in person, the scale was much bigger than I expected. To the extent that it made me feel as if all the monsters on the 27th floor had been gathered together. Just pretend to fight in moderation. Hit and run and dont go too deep. Yeah. Lets try to act in moderation. Oh. And I think you should go inside with us. All the rest of the magical girls too. what? Theres a bit of a twist inside. Theres a magic stone that supplies demonic energy to the demons, and I want you to help destroy it. No, didnt we say that we had no business going inside the temple? You shouldnt change your words so suddenly! There are elves infected with parasites in there. There are elves before they are infected. You know what I mean? At Jinhyeoks words, Paragon stopped screaming. . Yes. Thats right. I really need your help to save them. Thats what I was thinking from the beginning. Damn Im going. Why dont I just go instead? say it. I beg you, please, let me take off at least this clothes. My name is the captain of the defense, and I have to look like this to lose face in front of my subordinates. Yes. Im going to hell, so please let me take off these clothes. Me too, please. The magical girls begged in unison. But No. Why, why the hell not! There must be a lot of infected elves inside, so we need to differentiate between friends and family. To be honest, elves all look the same, so I cant tell who is who. But wouldnt it be possible to clearly recognize who is an ally when wearing such a distinctive outfit? In other words, it is a method that is 100 times more reliable than passwords or identification bands. Dalgrak. Master is right. I dont think Ill ever be mistaken. Yes. The probability of identification is 100%. Even Frey, who rarely speaks 100%, agreed. atst. The rest of the high elves, including Paragon, had no choice but to join Jinhyeok by crying and eating mustard. The war started a few minutester. attack! Make sure those filthy bastards never touch elves again! Hundreds of arrows flew and various spirit magic struck the center of the monsters. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Kwaaang! The ce swept away by various attribute magics turned into ruins. but. Kreurreu Gigkick! Did the preye to us on their own? I couldnt find out where they were hiding, but Im finally able to catch them all. Only a fraction of the damage has been done. Most of the demons were still in good health. This is the beginning of a full-scale war. And while the two forces are struggling for their own purposes. A small number of personnel left the battlefield. [I have entered the temple.] It is thick. A thick bloody smell stung the tip of his nose. It is a ce deeply permeated with the smell of death,pletely different from the swampy areas outside. Moreover, the bizarre sculptures and various instruments of torture made my hair stand on end just by facing them. Its the first time weve been in here too. Im crazy. Im crazy. Paragon muttered in a very nervous voice. If you go a little further, there will be a fork in the road. Be nervous. There are many infestations that specialize in erasing the presence of the infected. Damn it. I dont think Ill be able to recognize it even if I approach it openly like this Pirs covered with skeletons and nts full of thorns were blocking my view. Even if there is an enemy right in front of you, it will not be easy to notice. But just then Whiik! Something flew from the ceiling in an instant. Aaaaaaa! Before he could even react, an elf ranger soared into the air. Enemies! Paragon immediately protested. puck! Perpuck! Keeeee! A spider about 3 m tall jumped from pir to pir. Jumping Spider. It is a spider with long legs instead of a rtively small body. It was a troublesome kind that had already been nicknamed the assassin, but it was infected and transformed into a faster and more agile state. Besides, it wasnt just the jumping spider that reacted to the intruder. Kagagak. The sound of a huge ax dragging on the floor. Even the teratoma Talmite with three arms protruded. Its entire body was covered with a reinforced outer shell, making it difficult to inflict critical hits with arrows. Goooh! Whoa! The muscr demons swung their axes. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! The pir was shattered in one blow. The nimble elves managed to escape the attack, but Even the surprise attack of the jumping spider on the ceiling could not be avoided. Quaaaaa! Another elf vanished into thin air. It was only a matter of time before they were annihted in a pincer attack like this. Chapter 409 Episode 409. Rules of the Dead Man Corporation (1) If we continue like this, we will all die! Scattered Huh? Paragon, who had been shouting urgently, tilted his head. Took! The two captive elves fell, tied tightly to the spiders web. It could be said that it was almost simultaneous. The corpse of the Jumping Spider, with a vent in its spear, fell to the ground. Quaang! Both are hidden. Frey lightly brushed the bodily fluids from the spear. Frey lightly brushed the bodily fluids from the spear. good. This prevented any casualties, and next On the other side, T-Bone, who had activated the Aura de, was shing Talmite with an axe. Itsughable that demons from hell dare to attack this great skeleton. Doo doo doo! Although the difference in size was many times greater, T-Bone rode a ghost warhorse and rode between enemies in all directions. Goooooo! Ohhh! The moment he touched the ck aura, Talmites body was torn apart like a piece of paper. No, its ridiculously strong. Is this the power that undead monsters can exert? Oh my God The faces of the elves who watched the battle twisted in astonishment. A skill you cant even imagine. T-Bone and Frey were showing off their overwhelming superiority against many of the top monsters. In this flow, it would be meaningless no matter how many opponents there were. Besides that person named Kang Jin-hyeok didnt even step forward. Paragon swallowed dry saliva. Until now, the Skull Death Knight and the blue-haired girl had treated Jin-hyeok like nothing. A faithful soldier , or rather, it was more like a piece of chess that moves with a single word. This means that the top and bottom are clearly defined. Then How strong is that human? I didnt know it, but I was certain that I had skills far beyond recognition. Goosebumps rose up on Paragons skin. When the first order to follow Jinhyeok came down, the words This is crazy almost came out. When I said that I would enter the temple with a small number of people, the word suicide came out. but. Is it possible. Its different now. You might really be able to do it. It was topletely drive out the witch beasts and rescue the numerous elves who had been captured during that time. cooong! Thest witch fell. This is enough for a housewarming greeting. Jinhyuk moved slowly. Now is the time to remove Guntapers limbs in earnest. * * * The innermost part of the temple. At the ce where the inverted cross altar was located, a huge number of demonic beasts were gathered. Only the top species that are iparably more powerful than those at the beginning of the temple. Whats their current situation? Remia, who was sitting on the throne, opened her mouth. As expected, arge number of elves were used to shake the front, and Kang Jin-hyeok and a few elites came inside. Special attention was paid to arranging magic beasts that were neither too weak nor too strong, so you would never know that they had entered the limbs. Mordred immediately replied. Remia gave a satisfied smile. Okay. Then, well be moving in two groups soon. Yes. Its all because of the bat that Im going to live alone. Are you okay, Melena? But you betrayed someone who epted you as an ally? At Mordreds words, Melena bit her lip. Its inevitable if youre going to live. Im that kind of person by nature. Khaha! Yes, thats right. Even a colleague can always put a knife in the back. A woman without blood or tears. Thats you. By handing over false information, he led Jinhyeok to the ce where the ck magic stone was located. If Gluttony, one of the Seven Deadly Sins, is guarding the ck Magic Stone, you will have no choice but to pour more energy into it. I dont know, but everyone except Jinhyeok will head there. But as well as gluttony, there are no magic beasts there. Everyone was fully prepared at this altar. The first goal is to eliminate Jin-hyeok and prevent the gate from activating. It was a waste of the dark magic stone, but if it could remove the trouble, he could sacrifice it as much as he could. Right then. I dont like it. You put so much effort into killing just one human. The huge monster next to Remia growled. The Seven Deadly Sins Gluttony. It is a monster that can devour enemies at random and make their magical power and power its own. The abnormallyrge double chin and sharp spines sprouted out of it, making it look more bizarre and menacing than any other monsters. Dont look at it too lightly. Sloth, one of the seven deadly sins like you, was also beaten by him. Are youparing me to the same level as thatzy bastard? The pupil of gluttony was torn thinly. Of course, thats not the case. You and the idiot expelled from the upper echelons are on apletely different level. Im just trying to cut off all variables. You know that? Did Guntaper specifically order you toplete this task? Yes, I know that. The intense reaction softened a little. As long as the name Guntaper was mentioned, no matter how gluttonous he was, he had no choice but to turn his tail. If you finish this job neatly, he will surely reward you. Both you and me. So be patient with your pride. I never underestimated your power and made this strategy. Damn it. Instead, hand over 100 elven captives to me. Ivee all the way here, so I should at least taste the elven meat. Whoops. Thats all Ill provide. Right then. Kwaaang! The main entrance to the temple was smashed. As the stone gate was destroyed, thick powder rose hazy. Youre here atst. The corner of Remias mouth went up. How will you react when you see this inside? And how desperate you will fall. I was going crazy wanting to see it even for a second. however. uh? Something is strange. There wasnt one person approaching in the thick smoke. Hey, is this the altar where the famous demonsmunicated with the demon king? Jinhyeok, T-Bone and Frey. Even high elves. All the personnel who entered the temple arrived here. How? Surely, you should have put more effort into the Dark Magic Stone? Remias voice trembled violently. Because things always went the way he wanted, and it was natural to create such a situation. All of this was just embarrassing. Tell me! Why did youe here! I thought it was a trap. -The tea you made me when I was at theke I really want to drink it again. It really suited my taste, so the tea I brewed at that time was brewed from weeds grown around me. None of the people at the shareholders meeting liked the car. Melena, in particr, was very abhorred andined of all sorts ofints. But the fact that I want to drink that tea again I let them know. that this call was not arbitrary. And make a n that is the exact opposite of what you are telling me now. In the first ce, it didnt make sense for the impatient demons to drag the battle into a long battle. Damn Melena. This rip-and-kill bitch tricked me again!? Enraged, Mordred tried to swing his sword. Caang! Kuk! A red sh deflected Mordreds sword. Jinhyeok put his mrs in and took out Barnard and Hongryeon instead. Theres a lot of talk about ourpany being bad. Well, thats not wrong. They exploit, harass, and exploit This is one of the most viciouspanies. No one wants toe in voluntarily. But. I dont know anything else, but Ill definitely guarantee the safety of the employees. No one can touch the temple of the deceased person corporation without my permission. Even if the target is a high-level deity floating in the upper floors of the tower. Cuckoo coo! Tangible magical powers rose along Jinhyeoks body. A voice without the slightest bit of yfulness. The terrible life brought about a different level of ferocity than before. Frey. huh. Rescue Melena. Order received. Frey spun a pair of spears like pinwheels. T-Bone leads the elves and secures the way to the Altar of the Reverse Cross. Dalgrak. Got it, Master? Im going to hit the enemy on the head. Remia The key to this fight depends on how quickly you deal with that subus. * * * Whoops! Various spirit magics were manifested along the fingertips of the high elves. Our role is to support humans so they can focus only on battle. Now that this has happened, we must seed. Water and ice, fire and wind swept across the front. As befits the elites belonging to the aristocratic ss, their power was also splendid. Its a start. Quaang! Jinhyeok dug into the middle of enemy lines at once. [Inherent ability Mentra Taming is activated!] Mind-type ability, Mentra Taming. It didnt work well for the higher species, but it was enough to shake my concentration for a while. Koooooo! Some of the monsters were confused and hesitated, or attacked nearbyrades. Taking advantage of that gap, Jinhyeok dug further forward. Wow! Thanks to the support of the High Elves and T-Bone and Frey who were active on the side, there was no situation where they were surrounded. The environment was prepared to advance while only paying attention to the enemies in front. Roaring! The crimson lotus in his right hand contained the primitive me and the barnard in his left hand contained the protection of a star. fire and divine power. All of them were abilities that exerted the highest efficiency against demonic beasts. There. As the beginning of the Death Soul Sword Dance unfolded, an unstoppable sword attack raged like a storm. Awesome! Keeeee! The feet that touch are cut off. It was loaded with eleration, and the body movements that were close to foreknowledge were such that I couldnt even lift my hands. but. Kaaang! The sword that cut dozens of enemies was blocked for the first time. Keuhehe! Finally, I can face you. Ive been waiting for this day toe. Mordred and Tristan. They are the surviving Knights of the Round Table. Geugguk! The pressure on Hongryeon and Barnard was quite heavy. Remia injected subus saliva, so her strength had risen dramatically. Not to mention the speed too. however. Booung Quaang! Mordred hurriedly took a defensive stance. Jinhyuk didnt attack. Tristan, who was right next to him, brandished his spear. Tristan! What the hell are you doing! Sheesh. To stop that Couldnt you say that you were a traitor attached to him too? Do these these damn things feed me in pairs? Mordred, who was furious, lost his temper. Chapter 410 Episode 410. The rules of the deceased corporation (2) Quaang! bang! bang! Mordred swung his sword frantically. The sword with the condensed demonic energy moved at an invisible speed. However, Tristan appropriately let go of all those attacks. Here, leave it to me. Are you okay? Yes. If its about holding on. Please go to Melena sooner than me. Tristan looked at Melena with worried eyes. Since the battle is hectic, Remia is leaving it alone for now, but it wouldnt be strange if they killed it at any time. Is it because of the sense of camaraderie that risked their lives to infiltrate? It seems to care a lot. The knight with the name Percival hadnt moved yet. However, it is up to Frey to save Melena. It was because if I changed my course here, I could have lost everything while losing the advantage. -Deal with Remia as quickly as possible. That is the premise of this operation. Trust Frey. Hes not a very easygoing kid either. The final weapon created for the power war in the upper echelons. That early alpha model is Frey. In fact, Frey had reached the deepest part of the Altar of the Inverted Cross alone. Yes, got it. Tristan nodded. Tuk Ill ask for this. Jinhyeok lightly tapped Tristan on the shoulder and then threw himself again. The view changed once again. As we went further inside, various chimeras blocked us this time. Keeeee! Charah! The upper body of a lizard and the lower body of a scorpion. Or, it has the shape of a tiger with wings. There was even a Demonic Beast with more than 8 arms, simr to the Thousand-Eyed Thousand-Eye Guanyin. All of them were chimeras made by Remia herself, befitting the nickname of the dream lord and researcher of the underworld. Cheeik! Venom sprayed and dozens of des flew through the air. [Trait ability, Destroy All Poison (f) is activated!] [Trait ability, Mand (_) is activated!] Admiral Yi Dok. The venom, more powerful than the scorpions venom, created a green haze. thick and The cloud-like wall absorbed all the flying poison. And between the clouds Parts! Golden lightning shed. A long beam of light continued through the bodies of the chimeras. Naturally, the bodies of the Chimeras pierced by the lightning were charred ck with their intestines. This is Mand. It is the fundamental power of the higher forces that dominate the 45th floor of the Tower of Trials. When cier Modeling and Breath of the Fire Dragon were added to it, the scene of a massacre reminiscent of a natural disaster unfolded. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Koooh! Kuaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah! Large-scale monsters up to 10m fell to the left and right while being cut into pieces. The wall, which looked so solid, was easily broken through when the power was dispersed. In the thick blood, Sok Jin-hyeok looked straight at Remia. I finally got to see it up close. I prepared myself, but thats all. If Gluttony, Mordred, and Percival were able to join in, the story would have been different, but anyway, that assumption waspletely crushed. This time, Jinhyeok used the Eye of Gluttony to examine Remia. Tring! A blue status window appeared in front of me. [Personal Information] Name: Remia Level: ??? Intrinsic Ability: Oath of Dreams Skill: Subus Saliva Lv32 Hells me Lv30 The Whip of Pain Lv30 High Speed Regeneration Lv29 Stealth Lv29 Details: One of Guntafers henchmen, who subjugates others to himself. is specialized in However, befitting the nickname of the Lord of Dreams, he has a very strong side not only in the mental system but also in interpersonal warfare. Copy Condition: Remia has absolute faith in her unique abilities. If you can keep your sanity from Remias abilities, you will be able to copy one of her unique abilities and skills. One of the reasons for such effort was to copy Remias unique ability. The Oath of the Dreamer has a different level of characteristics from the sympathy or the stigma of betrothal obtained from Hana Park. The point is that the person who made the oath voluntarily makes the caster follow. The power to make oneself intensely aspire, not coercion. Its really a ticket to mass-produce voluntary ves. You can upgrade to a higher ability through fusion, so you must get this ability. Its pretty good. Yes, Ill admit I was caught off guard once. Remia let out a small sigh. Annoyance at not being able to work out the way he wanted to was oozing from his voice. But dont be too conceited. It still doesnt change that I still have a much better advantage. Remias gaze turned to the side. Then, as if he had waited, Gluttony raised his fists high into the sky. Tied up, Melena was exposed to the attack as it was. At the same time, Remia also gathered mana into her fingertips. If Jin-hyeok moves to save Melena its because hes thinking of suffocating himself. But Jinhyeok didnt even move on the spot. Ohhh. Are you not going to save me? Its not for nothing that I say that Im more like a demon than a demon. No, Im just waiting. Wait? What do you mean? Fist pointed down. It seemed as if the terrifying hole-in-the-wall would turn fragile human flesh into porridge just by brushing against it. Melena looked nkly at the flying fist. Since he was already pushed to his limits, he seemed to have neither the will to resist nor the strength to shout for help. Its like hes just epting his fate. I was just looking straight ahead. Right then. Kwaaang! Someone interrupted. A huge fist and two daggers collided at one point. There was a hollow in the ground, but Frey didnt back down a single step. I told you to keep it. A voice that does not waver at all. A faint spark rose in her blue eyes. So Ill keep it. It was a request from someone who trusted him. There are plenty of reasons to do your best. Youre arrogant who dares to stand in the way of dolls! Quaang! Kwak Kwa Kwak! Gluttony and Frey attacked each other on the spot. I think it would be difficult to threaten with hostages. The elf prisoners in the hidden room to the left of the altar and Percival, who had been ced to eliminate them, were also identified. Since I attached Undine to Teslon and Sylvia, it should be enough to buy time to stop the massacre. Then, shall we finish it soon? All the cards prepared by each other have now been used. Now it is the turn of the heads leading each faction to see the end. Hah? You mean this body of the lord of the subus? I hope you will say that again in a little while. Whoops! Jinhyeok released the magic he had been saving all at once. Space split horizontally with dark red sparks. [Trait All Worlds is activated!] [The unique holy spear ck Spear Kishan manifests!] A ck spear appeared through the torn space. Beriels unique holy spear. The ck burning spear is a unique sacred spear that boasts the strongest among long-distance javelins. That is Beriels? No, how can you handle that spear. That cursed spear? Remia muttered in disbelief. I was so surprised that I didnt even notice how many steps I took. Its not like a hot te. this feeling. this sense. It was the same spear Beriel used during the previous war in the Pandemonium. Or maybe even more This, a human body cant withstand that power. Absolutely not! Yes. I guess. It is on a different level from the Kishan written to Nirasha of the Gandhara Guild in the Empire. I grew up that much. thats how strong Even so, realizing the power of the demon king was far beyond the limit. So you can make it. A body capable of using this ability. Once again the air has changed. [Unique sacrednce Phase 2 is activated!] If Tombgraves right arm and leg were to change parts of the body, Phase 2 was close to the realm of creation that disintegrates and reconstructs the body. An area where only a few of the boss monsters are permitted. The yer was reproducing it. ck smoke rose along Jinhyeoks body. The smoke soon turned into armor that covered his entire body. ck knight. A ck knight holding a ck spear appeared on the battlefield. The traps are good and everything is good Jinhyeok raised his magic. Cuckoo coo! Ominous demonic energy surged from the ck armor. If you were going to fight us properly, Guntaper should havee down himself. * * * Throb! thump! Using two unique holy spears in a row was, of course, a chore. At least he had over 400 mana, so if this was the past, his whole body would have been torn to shreds as soon as he used Phase 2. But its fine now. If its a short time, I can somehow endure it. As expected, its worthwhile to grow like crazy. Several times faster than when he climbed the tower in the past. Thanks to this, he was able to use these abilities even on the 20th floor. Swoop. Jinhyuk teased Kishan lightly. The long spear drew a soft circle. light yet heavy It was hard to fathom the end of the condensed Magi, befitting a spear containing Beriels essence. Kuk! Remia used Stealth. It will be difficult from the front, so it is because of the idea of looking for an opportunity while hiding ones presence. However, Jinhyeok saw right through where Remia disappeared. Is it there? Jinhyeok threw the spear like lightning. Wow Kwah Kwah Kwah Kwah! A window divided the space. Its not that fast. As if the missing window appeared in another space, Kishan smashed all the pirs and stuck them into the wall. It was a few secondster when a scream rang out. Realizing that she had been harmed, Remia screamed for her throat to burst. Ahh! My arm my my arm! Remias arm brushed by the window disappeared entirely. Naturally, the stealth he was using was also released. You have the ability to regenerate, but dont be fooled. Oh, do you feel the pain as it is? Does it hurt? Huh Huh. Remia breathed heavily. Through high-speed regeneration, a new arm was created in an instant. However, breathing became noticeably rougher, as if a considerable amount of mana had been consumed to restore the body. Chuck! Jinhyeok Retrieved the kishan stuck in the wall. The kishan flew round and was firmly caught in Jinhyeoks hand. The spear is still not ripe in the hand, but it will be more and more urate. that would be hard to do If I had known how to handle the spear properly, I would have inflicted a fatal wound just now. It could be. Or maybe Im doing it gently on purpose. Dont brag dont overdo it. Its obvious that youre overdoing it. Remia pulled out the weapon she was wearing around her waist . Theres no way you ll be able to handle it properly just because youve gained great power overnight. The total amount of magical power a yer possesses is obvious. There was still a good chance of winning . Chapter 411 Episode 411. Rules of the deceased corporation (3) Quaang! Kwak Kwa Kwak! A huge fist pounded the ground mercilessly. The Seven Deadly Sins Gluttony. The absolute evil that covers Samra must have been in the strongest position. Obviously it had to be. Such a rat! But why? The enemies in front of him were hard to shake off. There was something fundamentally different from the enemies who had smashed their heads in one blow. Booung! Another fist crossed the air. Its next to me. Dalgrak! Got it! A skeleton knight equivalent to a blue-haired homunculus and a death knight. In particr, due to the blue-haired girl who deflected attacks with a short spear as thin as chopsticks and even counterattacked, the damage to her body was steadily umting, although it was small. annoying. Now, if its my pride or whatever, all I could think about was crushing those cheeky bastards to death. [Seven Deadly Sins of Awakening triggers the unique ability Ether Devourer!] Woohhhh! Indigo C tinged lines cross the space . !? Moongrak? It was only after a few seconds had passed that Frey and T-Bone felt an abnormality. Their bodies did not move as they wished. To be precise, the mana flowing through their bodies decreased rapidly unlike before. I was annoyed to deal with buzzing and flying around, but now I guess I can hunt more easily. All the lost magic power was absorbed by Gluttony. It became much bigger. Naturally, the power gap was iparable to before. Its the front. Frey crossed the short spear left and right. With a roar , Freys body bounced mercilessly . Then, after hitting the edge of the barrier, he managed to stop it. His body was devastated by the blow. Frey looked at his broken arm. His expression still didnt change, but his left arm was no longer usable. .But there was no time to catch my breath. Before I knew it, a huge fist was falling towards the back of Freys head . Kwaaang! couldnt let the shock go away. Unsightly cracks appeared on T-Bones arm bones and ribs. Just receiving an attack would do a lot of damage. At this rate, the game will be decided within ten points. As you can see, you guys are not even close . No. If you keep trying, the result is obvious. But, if it curls its tail and goes off like this, I wont bother pursuing it. All of my magic power has been taken away, but Ill be able to move. Im saying Ill spare that pitiful life. Activating his unique ability in such a wide area was not only too much for his body, but also because he had to go to Remia right away . The gaze of gluttony turned to the other side. What is that hideous mana? I couldnt figure it out because it was quite far away, but A few tens of seconds ago, an unimaginable demonic force engulfed the area. It is not Remias. Something different from her and corresponding to the level of a demon lord manifested in this temple. Unless youre an idiot, you cant help but feel that the situation over there is a fight for one minute and one second. however. T-Bone and Frey, who had to run away at any moment, were still standing there. Gathering only a handful of remaining mana, he prepared to attack again. Dalgrak. Even if Im half-destroyed, as long as my head is still intact, the master can restore it again. Dont throw yourself away. T-Bone mounted the Ghost Steed. Due to the exhaustion of mana, the ghost warhorse staggered as if it would copse at any moment. Im the attack Okay. The chance of sess is less than 3%. Frey grabbed the pike with one arm. number of lessons. It is because of the idea of using each others bodies as bait to strike the final blow. Theyre really stupid. What the hell with a staggering body like that Hmm? He clicked his tongue as if his gluttony was staggering, and then inhaled in vain. Parts! Strong magic power surged from the bodies of T-Bone and Frey. There is only one case where this is possible in a situation where the supply of magical power is limited due to an inherent ability. Jinwonjingi,monly referred to as Jinwonjingi. That they are consuming the source of magical power that should never be used. Not only would it reduce the lifespan of the target, but if the threshold was exceeded, it would surely disappear from this spot as a handful of dust. On the topic of dolls and undead why are you doing that? It was iprehensible to gluttony. It was so far frommon sense to burn ones own life to be loyal. In the first ce, if I wasnt a master, I was destined to be used insignificantly and then disappear. Well, what future does a skeleton that can be easily created anywhere have? But, only the master recognized my value and kept it by my side. The ghost warhorses eyes deepened. The aura on T-Bones sword was also pitch-ck. Well, for Masters sake, it doesnt matter if these bones be powder. Im just Im doing it because I dont know what will happen to me if I run away like this. Its probably better to disappear here cleanly than to be tortured by that person. T-Bone was taken aback by Freys words. All, dalgrak! What do you mean? I purely out of loyalty to the master! 38 hours. 25 minutes and 13 seconds ago I want to fill my nostrils with bone powder when that bastard sleeps. It is often said that righteous warriors defeat evil demon lords, but why is there such a warrior who can defeat that demon lord? Is it not in the world? 45 hours 39 minutes 10 seconds ago Heeik? Thats not what I wrote in my diary Its an usation! Sweet potato, yes, sweet potato-sama wrote it! The ttering sound rose. Youre deliberately wasting time. Did this guy named Kang Jin-hyeok calcte this? The voice of gluttony subsided coldly. Talking nonsense and waiting for time to pass somehow. It was obviously a ploy to prevent him from going to Remia. The joke ends here. If you dont intend to run away anyway, Ill put an end to it with this one. The ws of gluttony nearly doubled. Dalgrak. I guess that big guy noticed. Are you ready? Yes. Speed up as much as possible. Doo doo doo! The ghost warhorse rushed towards a point. * * * chump chump! The whip moved in an unpredictable trajectory. left or right? Jinhyeok swung Kishan. The spear struck the side of the whip. However, the whip bounced off the ground again and aimed at Jinhyeoks ankle. Whoops! Why dont you try to rx again like before? The whip, which elerates using its unique sticity, crosses the realm of sound speed. Awesome! The de of the whip wound around the pir, cutting off the entire marble pir. Its pretty annoying. fast and intimidating But thats all. Jinhyeok stood in ce and watched the movement of the whip. The irregr rush of whips seemed impossible to predict. Bottom left, left and right again. now! Knock! Jinhyeok grabbed the whip that bounced up from the bottom with his bare hands. at the same time. Kishan pierced Remias abdomen like lightning. Aagh! The pierced wound quickly turned ck. No matter how excellent Remia was in regeneration, she couldnt be safe from the magic of the Dark Spear. Arch, Orbit you read? The patterns are quite colorful, but if you know where youre aiming at the end, you can easily spot the paint in front of it. A monster kind of thing. You are you a real yer? How did you get such ridiculous power Remias body slowly copsed. As the center of gravity shifted forward, Remia also became close enough to breathe with Jinhyeok. Blood red eyes and white skin. And even more red lips are visible. right at that moment. [Remia activates her unique ability The Oath of the Dreamer!] A faint breath prated Jinhyeoks mouth. A sweet yetfortable sense of boredom seeped into my brain. staggering The ck armor that covered his whole body shook greatly. [It falls into an abnormal condition of absolute judgment grade!] It wasnt directly transmitted through saliva, so the effect was somewhat reduced but at least a little. If he harbors selfish feelings even once, he will sumb to Remias temptation. And Due to the nature of the subus, which specializes in bewitching others, even women were attracted to it. Whoa! Stupidly giving me distance! Among the stupid males, there was not one that didnte over to this body! Remia spat out a swearing sound that convinced her of victory. Laughter filled the entire altar. however. uh? The Nightmares Vow was not fully activated. The relentless heart passive received as a privilege and the old persons disposition award. No matter how attractive the subus was, his heart was not moved. Im going to die of madness just climbing the tower, so why am I falling for you? Giving distance in the first ce was just a means to copy abilities. I was certain that I could resist the dream demons oath. Tring! It was then that the golden status window appeared. [You have seeded in copying the unique ability The Oath of the Nightmare!] [The Oath of the Nightmare] Obtained Difficulty: SS Description: With the unique ability of the subus Remia, you canpletely capture the heart of the target you want. If the usual intimacy is high, the effect of the ability is greater, and the effect is more than doubled in case of direct physical contact. [Copied abilities are stored in Memory of the World.] Alright. With this, the reason to keep Remia alive was gone. Knock! Jinhyeok grabbed Remias neck with his other hand. Elsewhere, even if regeneration is possible, the head cannot be regenerated. Hey, wait! Remia screamed urgently. The desire for survival was dripping through the two pupils. If you kill me Guntaper will not stand still. You will face the Demon Kings wrath as it is! Yes? Feel free to say so. If Guntaper was scary, I wouldnt have started doing this in the first ce. Above all, flirting with a demon king was something I had already done a long time ago. Quadd Jinhyeok put strength into his hands. Remias voice became more urgent. Kuck! Kkeek! After activating the gate then the other side Ha. What are you going to do? Are you leaving the countermeasures behind? The strength in his hands loosened slightly. Now, a useful conversation came out. Ill give you a chance to make an announcement. I will. Jinhyuk smiled. Chapter 412 Episode 412. Remia hurriedly added an exnation to the words of Jinhyeok, the passage leading to the demon realm . Even if the gate is activated the other side is connected to our realm. You know? You also know who the demons were ordered from. It was Guntaper who was in charge of the demons. In other words, what Remia is trying to say is Even if she goes to the Demon Realm, if she enters Guntapers territory, it will be like jumping into a pit of fire. However, Jinhyeoks reaction was lukewarm. Anyway, maybe I dont know that? Its about making a detour. A little time is all it takes. Ingredients could also be prepared with the coin exchange and those obtained on this floor. But! Isnt that time important? If, if I falsely report that Ive kicked you out of here, Mr. Guntafer No, Guntafer will think this gate is safe, youll be able to buy that much time. Tego. You mean youre going to betray me? Yeah, yes. If I could live, would you do anything? Remias face contorted servilely. . Empires and Murim did not abandon their ship just because it was sinking. He was willing to give his life to defend his beliefs. Even if they were viins, there were some costs These guys dont even have that. If that side is a characteristic of the demon realm, it would be a characteristic. Well, I think things will go pretty smoothly anyway. If Remia, begging for her life, cooks Guntafer properly, it will give Beriel time to protect the gate. Not just connecting dimensions. Keeping it is also an importantw. As the expedition in the Demon Realmsts longer, the importance of this gate will be immeasurable. Okay I think itll be useful right now. At least its worth using as an intern. Jinhyeok, who put Remia on the floor, activated the Stigma of Love. Roaring! Red mes flickered along the fingertips. What is that? You were wondering why all the demons betrayed you? This is the reason. If you dont want to face the end where your whole body burns, you must swear absolute obedience. Its not as kind as your ability, but it wont hurt as much as you think. This is what many experienced people have said so far, so it must be true. Perhaps. Cheeik! Aagh! A red mark was engraved on Remias shoulder. With that, the war at the altar came to an end. * * * Post management took a lot more work than I thought. It was because the work of freeing and treating the captive elves and wiping out the remaining parasites took up a lot of time and personnel. And during that time, Jinhyeok prepared to activate the gate to the demon realm. I collected the toothy forget-me-not and the blue ectosm Thest thing you need to do is get the Tamahal Keyworm. You dont have to worry about this because Paragon said he would definitely bring it today in return for taking off his cosy. If nothing else, the ability of the elves to explore rough terrain was astonishing. Whoa. Jinhyuk let out a small sigh. Its been a lot of hard work, but I can see the end soon. Right then. Patsut! ck smoke billowed in front of Jinhyeok. It was Remia who went to Guntafer. Unlike the first time we met, it seems that he has been under a lot of stress because his eyes are wide open. But even though he is the lord of the dream demon, he seems to have been too harassed. How, do you think it was eaten? Yes. They said they lost the Seven Deadly Sins of gluttony and the Knights of the Round Table, but even prevented the gate from activating. Kang Jin-hyeok suffered great damage and fled to the outside world. Abandoned T-Bone, broken in half, and Frey, who copsed with both eyes closed. Even the elves with a lot of ketchup on them. They manipted and handed over fairly usible evidence. Its a lie that will be discovered someday, but even if you earn at least a week, you canpletely change the situation in the demon realm. Then, for the time being, dont contact Guntafer and stay quiet. If you touch the beehive just because youre nervous and get suspicious, the contract between us will be gone. I-Im aware of that as well. More than that Remia looked at Jinhyeok with a worried face. Please make sure to deal with Guntafer. If it bes known that I betrayed him, I will not stand still. Until now, I have been by Guntafers side and watched more closely than anyone else how he dealt with traitors. Even in order not to be that terrible victim. Now one of them must disappear from this world. There are many things I want from the intern. Then, bring me something that might help me. Anything that might help what are you talking about? Thats what you should think about. In this day and age, it is not easy for an intern to be a full-time employee. Especially if it is apany that cares about the well-being and welfare of its shareholders, such as Goinmul Corporation. Help Anything that might help Leaving behind Remia, who muttered with a downcast expression. Jinhyeok left. After a day like that, the dawn was deep. Thest ingredient Ive been waiting for has arrived. Heo-eok, hee-eok Hey, I barely found it here. Paragon, whose entire body was covered in dust, handed over the ss bottle. Inside was an arthropod with sharp teeth. Tamahal Key. It is a monster with the characteristic of always moving towards the ce where demonic energy is the thickest. great job. Jinhyeok used the ingredients he had prepared so far in order. Blue ectosm and 17 other ingredients removed the seals one by one. Tamahals pinnacle chased the demons in the demon realm and made them move. Whoops! [The demon kings seal is weakened!] [5 seals are destroyed!] Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! The chains that bound the gate were split into dozens of pieces. The gate to the Demon World was finally released. [The gate is connected!] Red light shimmered from the surface of the ck gate, which was about 20 meters long. Eh, what is this? You can take off your clothes now. And from now on, Im going alone, so dont let anyonee near here with the rest of the elves. Paragon! Ah Huh? Did you understand me? Yes, yes, I understand. Lets pass it on to the elves. But, is it really okay? Could it have brought about a bigger disaster? Paragon seemed concerned about that. However, since it was Jinhyeok who saved hundreds of elven captives, he could not openly oppose it. Dont worry. Nothing will happen. Jinhyeok read Paragon once again. You guys, make sure to guard the entrance to the temple. Dalgrak. I understand. Master. Yeah. If anyone tries toe in, Ill stab you with this. Frey spat out bloody words without changing his face. But dont kill me Yeah. Ill only stab you within the range of not dying. No, I didnt mean that I got it. Yes. Frey do whatever you want. No matter how much I try to exin it in words, it will be forever in ce. Jinhyeok let out a small sigh and moved toward the gate. * * * After breaking through the shimmering surface and entering, thendscape changed in an instant. Earth dyed red. There was no vitality to be found in the deste and drearyndscape. hot! The air was also dry. Here is the magic world. It is the only one of the stairs in the Tower of Trials that does not have a safe zone. Before he knew it, Jinhyeok had two swords in his hands. Since monsters and demons could pop out anytime, anywhere, the senses of the whole body were also raised to the maximum. Im sure I moved the detour around Beriels territory but isnt Beriel nearby? Because the ce and time are slightly different, it will take a little time to meet. If possible, I wish there was nothing else to happen before that. But at that moment. An alien magical power was detected. The other guys magical powers that didnt belong to Beriel. rustle. The withered tree branches broke and four demons appeared. Anyway, that stupid guy didnt even know what the trend was and went astray. Hes making us go through such hardships for no reason. Stop talking and find Beriels limbs. We have to clear this area within today topletely cut off the supply line to his territory. Yes. If you take care of him, the Pandemonium will be united as one. Then, we will be able to start a war with that bitch Eden again. They are aristocrats with beautiful blonde hair and ck eyes. And thats only for those who are all senior level. There is no way to avoid it because there is no concealment. Nobles and Jinhyeok met in one ce. What? Humans? Why are humans here? Who are you guys! This made things very awkward. Its because it looks like Im going to have a battle against four high-ranking nobles out of nowhere. This isnt good Jinhyeok looked at the shouting nobles. If you carelessly release the unique Holy Lance, you will be discovered by Guntaper. Even if he escaped from this ce, there was no doubt that it would enter Guntapers ears as well. In other words, you have to deal with everything. Answer me! What are you doing? I asked! Are you residents? I understand that all yers are on the 20th floor, right? First of all, Ill have to subdue him and ask him. Just hold your breath. Even if you dont have limbs, you wont have a problem talking. Sreung! Swords with ck des spewed anticipation. Fuck! Immediately, a terrifying roar pierced my eardrums. Not from Jinhyeoks arms and legs but from the noblemans head. Ah, Atraa! What, what? The answer to the embarrassing situation followed immediately. To draw a sword on a noble guest who came to my estate It seems to only mean that he does not want to live. Beriel. One of the demon kings of the Demon Realm looked at the enemies invading his territory. creepy The air froze chillingly. However, despite losing one of theirrades, the nobles quickly regained theirposure. As if to say that this situation is sufficiently prepared. Beriel I wondered where he was hiding, but he was in this forest. Well, lets see, its just one toothless demon king. Yes We even have the Holy Relic given to us by Guntaper. If we are not vignt, we can hunt enough. To appear alone without any limbs under hismand. It was a big mistake. The nobles surrounded Beriel in a circle. It seems that Guntafer is in a hurry too. Seeing how you ordered idiots like you to kill me . Shut up! The tallest noble grabbed the sword with both hands . ? Beriels eyebrows curled in reverse. That unpleasant white light was clearly the divine power used in Eden. Yes, its a holy relic obtained from the angels. It is a weapon prepared by him to catch it . Even unlucky angels are helpful at times like this. Swords, spears, and even shields. Three types of holy relics were released. No wonder the upper nobles naturally used the holy relics of angels so that the demons could use them. Deal with it. Puff! There was another destructive sound. However, this time, it wasnt Beriel who spurted blood. Huh Huh? When he pulled out the dagger stuck in his back, red blood spurted out like a fountain. Ah. .. Im sorry, its good that you guys talk hard, but I dont think youre paying too much attention My hand went out first without even realizing it . Chapter 413 Episode 413. The 29th floor, the one who controls the sea (1) The siege situation, which was 3 vs 1, quickly changed to a 2 vs 2 confrontation. Chunk! Jinhyeok picked up the spear that had fallen on the corpse. [Luntar, the spear of the heavy angel Hamauel.] Attack power: 10500 Durability: 100000 / 100000 Characteristics: It is the favorite weapon of Hamauel, one of the border guards of Eden. 2 property effects of lightning and holy power are added, and when dealing with demons, attack power increases by 50% for 5 minutes. [It has been transformed into a sacred relic with a special method, so demons can handle it.] Indeed Guntaper seems to have put a lot of effort into it. This is because the technology that allows beings of opposite poles to use the power of the opposite force against them would have taken several years to achieve. Its definitely different from before. A major turning point has been brought forward. It was because variables intervened and the gods and residents of the tower also moved quickly. okay. Its fun like this. Jinhyeok smiled lightly as if he was interested. Still, among the demon kings, Guntaper is the one who rolls the most hair, and if he didnte out like this, he would have been rather disappointed. By the way Should I finish it soon? I have something to say. Jinhyeok stretched out his spear. Yes. Lets get rid of the worms first and then well have a conversation. Beriel also covered her nails with ck demonic energy. A shadow fell on the faces of the nobles. I dont know if the three of us are going to face one Beriel In this situation, there was no chance of winning. Damn it Aaaaaa! After a short scream, all of Guntapers limbs that entered the territory turned into corpses. Tuk-tuk Jinhyeok brushed off the dust on his body. Im sorry. As soon as I came, I made you see the rough side. No. Its a ce where you can get stabbed in the back of the head anytime, anywhere. Itsmon sense that each person is good at guarding their bodies. Hmm. It sounds like youve been here before. Beriel tilted her head. Oops. Involuntarily brought up the story of the past. Jinhyeok hurriedly added his words. Thats what they say. Itsmon knowledge that demons are insidious. Is it possible to secure a gate rather than that? Fortunately, thanks to the position you held in a good position, I dont think it will be difficult to defend. Even if I give up on other territories, Ill relocate my troops around here. Take care so as not to be noticed. Guntaper will rather smell it if it is discovered that the troops are concentrated on one side. Dont worry about that part. Even if you look at it like this, its a body that has been engaged in territorial wars for thousands of years. When it came to information maniption and base protection, they suffered enough to break even. The time to make basic mistakes is long gone. Then, from now on, as my apostles, we can defeat Guntaper together. I have prepared a room in my castle, so there will be no shortage during your stay. Hmm I think Im misunderstanding something. Sorry, but I have to go right away. What, what? The rest of the kids are going through hell right now on the 29th floor. We have to go and help before its toote. No, then why the hell did youe here? I need to check if the gate is connected well, and I want to ask some information on the other side. You know, right? What happened to thest war? Ragnarok was destroyed by Olympus and the Demon World. atst. After losing Yggdrasil, the upper gods of Ragnarok scattered and fled, and I heard that a pursuing party led by Ares is still taking care of the remnants. They said that Guntaper had a means to destroy the spring water of the sun . Even in the Demon World, it was conducted in utmost secrecy, so I dont know the exact details. Thats not true. Is there no information either? When Jinhyeok made a disappointed expression, Beriel shrugged. Still, if I have to pick one clue, its that four knights Ive never seen before participated in that war. They said that each had a different colored g. If its four knightsno way. Undoubtedly. The [Four Knights of the Book of Revtion] got involved. And the fact that they appeared That means an apocalypse scenario has been triggered. Assuming that, everything was right. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. A person who can clear at least one floor in the Tower of Trials is called an Apocalypse. There are three grades of Bung-gye, Genius and Covenant, and Bung-gye is the end corresponding to one level. Genius predicts the end of at least three levels, and Covenant predicts the end of the entire tower. The four knights of the Book of Revtion are an apocalypse that corresponds to the realm of destruction. Certainly, if they had intervened to that extent, it would not have been impossible for Yggdrasil to have been destroyed. Judging by the look on his face, my words seem to have been of some help. Yeah. Its been incredibly helpful. It is the beings on the 50th floor who are in charge of the apocalypse scenario, not the managers. And after using the first apocalypse card, certain signs must be revealed before the apocalypse is activated. As long as you know in advance. It is said that preparation is possible. Ill do the details when we meet again after weve finished that job. It wont take too long, so until then, just secure the gate. Hmm. I understand. Its a pity, but I cant help it. Ah! And Before leaving, Jinhyeok stretched out his palm toward Beriel. What? What is it? To help you, I broke through the gate and took care of Remia, Guntapers core limb, but are you going to send me away empty-handed? thats notmon sense And if you dont keep the top coat, you may end up sticking to Guntaper. Beriel pressed her temple with her index finger. But the pounding head showed no signs of getting better. Youre probably the only one in the world who threatens the demon lord. Whoa. So, what do you need? Just get me a nice boat. If possible, a guy with a gun. * * * The 29th floor of the Tower of Trials. Most of the stairs, except for the fortress of giants and some inds, where the sea battle is the main stage, were made up of the huge sea. Shoot Ah . Jin -hyuk, who stood at the starting point, listened to the sound of the waves. hot sun and cool wind. Maybe it was because I had been in the dark world of demons, but all of this felt nice. Is everyone doing well? At first, I told them not to overdo it and focus on adapting, but I dont know how they are doing. Jinhyeok started walking along the shore. First of all, I need to figure out what level of ships the yers have. The condition for passing the 29th floor is to subdue therge-scale pirates residing on this floor or find treasure on the ind at the bottom of the floor. One of the two must be satisfied. At first nce, it seemed advantageous because the yers were notpeting with each other. The size of the stairs is sorge, and the person who gets the various rewards first is the owner, so it wont flow so smoothly. Right then. Huh? Brother? brother! It looked familiar. It was Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min. Why are you guys here? If a week had passed, I thought, of course, I would be much further back. In particr, Lee Tae-min, who has the Machine Lord ability, was an overwhelmingly advantageous position in naval battles. Of course I was waiting for you. Its been a long time since weve cooperated, but we have toe together after a long time. Look. We even built a boat among ourselves. Lee Tae-min and Yoo Yeon-hwa pointed to a boat on the shore. The small ship, about 5m in size, had a fairly usible appearance. This is a bit touching, isnt it? It is also aw that people should behave properly and be kind on a daily basis. Do you know how the other kids are doing? Um thats Yoo Yeon-hwa blurted out her words. Why, whats going on? Hyung. You know. In fact, things got a bitplicated, haha. That Yoosung hyung dered an independent action. The same goes for Elise-sister. Where there are no tigers, the fox is king. It is said that Chun Yoo-seong gathered small pirates around and made a pirate fleet. Alice also created her own faction. Im going to be the ruler of this sea or something Anyway, if you look at the end, you will be cleared, so everyone must have wanted to pass first ce. It was the damn manager who made the affair. He promised to give the yer who got through first what he wanted most. In my case, it was an S-ss AI chip. I was a gauntlet made from the bones of an Irish wale. To prevent yers from allying with each other. In order to further increase the difficulty of this floor. Managers came out. What are you a manager doing? Youre the one who issues empty checks. A rat No, he has the appearance of a hamster, but his personality is so damn good. Yoosung hyung said he would be given the right to participate in the Sangsangdaejeon hosted by the tower and the right to nominate someone he wanted. I promised Ellis sister a lodging ticket on Paradise Ind for 8 days and 7 nights with my lover. I also suggested something to Teresa, but I forgot what it was. Anyway, everyone went into battle individually. All of a sudden Chun Yoo-seong and Ellis were given a bait that was hard to refuse. I think thisyering attack will be more spectacr than I thought. A lot of it too. * * * Observers ship above the clouds overlooking all 29 floors. There, the middle-level manager Alluti who manages this floor and the low-level managers who follow him are gathered. Squeak squeak! As expected, humans should be educated this way. Alluti giggled, clutching the huge sunflower seeds that fit in both hands. The rest of the hamsters also gnawed at different nuts and looked down. Shoot! Thats right. Thanks to Alluti-samas stepping up, things seem to be going pretty smoothly. If this is the case, Hasting-sama will be satisfied. The reason they put so much effort into it was because of Hastings order. I dont know what he was thinking, but its an opportunity for me anyway. Hastings was the only one who actively stepped forward among the senior managers who were mostly shrouded in mystery . Its fortunate that what unexpectedly strong candidates want is trivial. It was something that could be solved within ones own authority. Still, one should be careful with the ones called head of Ataraxia, saint and sword saint. Those with this level of skill will get to thest ind sooner than expected. Because I didnt know if it would reach. Of course, in order to handle the matter more perfectly, I bought another insurance policy. Just in time. Smart. Someone came to the managers location. Squeak squeak! Wee. I almost fainted while waiting. Alluti greeted the person who entered the room. Chapter 414 Episode 414. The 29th floor, the one who controls the Great Sea (2) Jerebuck. Light steps followed. A woman with tanned skin and long ck hair. The master of the Gandhara Guild entered the cabin on the ship. It was Nirasha. Even though it was full of administrators and guardians, Nirasha leisurely looked inside without being intimidated in the slightest. The union of Vedic and Hindu Cheonsei. Since we are dealing with the apostle of the gigantic force that dominates the 45th floor, we have to be careful. Squeak, squeak. Come on, sit over here. Alluti pointed to a chair. Its amazing, its amazing. Really, was it watching us like this? Shit! I dont mean anything bad. Its just a device for smooth progress. Really? To my eyes, it seems to be to monitor whether things are going ording to ones liking Well, okay. By the way, why did you call people to a ce like this? Were too busy exploring the sea area. I called Nirasha-sama to make a proposal. A deal that could be a win-win for both of us. Im listening. As far as I know, the Gandhara Guild has a fairlyrge fleet among the fleets on the 29th floor. Its pretty big, though. Then, use that An evil smile formed on Allutis lips. I want you to prevent yers from going to the next floor as much as possible. Ohhh. Thats a pretty big request I know. Of course, we have to give you thepensation ordingly. Tring! A golden scale appeared in the air. [A map showing The Last Ind appears above the bnce.] [Twelve Guidelines for Safe Sailing appears above the bnce.] [Spear of Antis (single use) appears above the bnce. ] A total of three came up. All of these items wille in handy on this floor. If you ept the offer, Ill give you all of them. Certainly, there are many things that look useful. Nirasha seemed a little interested. but. This isnt enough. Just add one more thing to the already used seaweed. What are you talking about? Kang Jin-hyeok. The time hase to end the bad rtionship that started with the empire. The amount of humiliation I have suffered because of that one human being is incalcble. And if this situation were created If all the keys to attack the 29th floor, including the manager, were gathered. Now Im fine with killing that damn bastard. [The higher-ranking deities of Cheonsei support their apostles.] Squeak, squeak, squeak! Just hearing that makes my heart pound. As a token of the oath, Alluti handed over sunflower seeds that he hadnt even touched. Whoops! [Contract established ording to Guidance of Libra.] New rules have been added to the 29th floor. * * * Shoot ah. Above the rolling waves. Jinhyeok crossed the Great Sea with Lee Taemin and Yoo Yeonhwa. Thinking that its not bad to be exposed to the long-awaited warm sunlight and soft sea breeze. This is a summer resort. What else could there be? With tropical drinks delivered by drones, there was nothing to envy in the world. but. The happy trip didntst very long. Kwaaang! A spray of water gushed over the surface. It is a cannon attack. Immediately, a number of ships appeared in front of everyone. Are you pirate? Youre not even that far from your starting point yet? Tongue, brother! Brother, hurry upe here quickly! The two urgently called Jinhyeok. Upon arriving at the stern, a rather strange situation unfolded. This is my territory. Chun Yuseong was standing on the tongtongbae. There were also pirates on dozens of boats around it. Hey. Yooseong-ah. Its been a while. How have you been? Did you eat well? Youre talking like Bob. The guy who left us here and disappeared alone. Now hes pretending to worry about everything! Youre pouting about men again. Like a child. I told you. Did you have something downstairs to take care of? At Jinhyeoks words, the pirates on the pirate ship shouted. How dare you, Captain, youre a child! Do you know who this is? Who is this? You dont know the red-armed Cheon Yoo-seong, who says that even crying children stop. Hes a kid who just came to this sea! The red arm of Cheon Yoo-seong Is the naming sense a true story? Id rather have stupid captains and stupid pirates Seriously. Even if you bring a sweet potato, it seems that a better and stronger pirate team will be born than that. You keep talking nonsense about your mouth being pierced. Give me orders. Captain! Ill tie you upside down behind the mast and pour salt water down your nostrils! The ck pirate g fluttered exceptionally magnificently. It doesnt matter what you provoke. Thanks to you, I have a good chance to defeat you. normal war. In the main event hosted by the tower he will defeat the best old man and announce his victory to the whole world. I am the one who gets to thest ind. I wont forgive anyone who gets in the way. Sreung! Chun Youseong drew his sword. As in other ces, in this naval battle, not only individual skills, but also the performance and number of ships are important. This is because all abilities are reduced by half if you fall into the sea due to the special effect of the stairs. Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-mins boats are superior in performance, but there is only one boat anyway. On the other hand, this side was only a tongtongbae, but it had a fleet close to 20 ships. If you can drag it into a melee even at the cost of half, it means that you have a good chance of winning. There. Other ships appeared on the other side. Cuckoo coo! The banner of the proud House of Ataraxia was raised atop the mast. Ellis? Yes. Mr. Ellis has also entered into a temporary alliance with us. If only you, the most likely candidate for the championship, can be eliminated, then we canpete among ourselves. Contractor! Look closely. Im the great Ataraxia Kyaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa! Right then. Whoops! With a tremendous explosion, Elises ship was cut in half. ck smoke billowed above the shattered remains. Yes. Its good that everyone tried hard to get in my way. The effort is really imaginary The size of about 50m. I got it from Beriel Its a special ship for anti-fleet battles. [The Devils ship White Pearl starts sailing!] 8 stars. Lee Tae-min and Yeon-hwa Yeon-hwa devoted their heart and soul to the ship, which was rated 3 stars. Thergest ship currently on the 29th floor was also an 8-star of the same ss. Judging from that, it was close to disrupting the bnce for a yer who had just entered the 29th floor to own a ship of this size. Wh-what You said it was downstairs, when did you build such a boat? This and that happened. I didnt juste here to y. In order to gain an overwhelming advantage in naval battles, he firmly roasted and boiled one of the demon kings in the Demon Realm. Alice, too, was not pushed anywhere when it came to money, but that was only limited to jewelry or adornments. These practically helpful things were bound to fall far behind Beriel. Wipe it all away. Yes? Brother? Really shoot? Really? Its okay. Theyre strong, so they wont die. Not so easily. Lee Tae-min and Yoo Yeon-hwa reluctantly moved at Jin-hyeoks sad order. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Quaang! Kwaaang! Aaaaaaa! Do, run away! Abandon the ship! Captain! What should I do? As the gun fired, Cheon Yoo-seongs pirate fleet was torn apart like paper boats. Strong tongue! Of course, Chun Yoo-seong, who was on top of him, was in a position to be fish food in the sea. * * * Gagging Cool! Cool! Cuck! Chun Yuseong vomited out the salt water umted in his body. Its a pity that I barely managed to find a piece of wood. If it wasnt for that, I might be stuck in the deep sea by now. To that extent, the gun fire was ruthless. Right then. Cook Cook. Something hit Chun Yoo-seong on the head. Fishing line with a hook. It was Jinhyeok who was on the boat. What are you doing! Get rid of that right now! Cook Cook. Cook Cook Cook! I mean get rid of it right now! Chun Yuseong grabbed the wooden nk and swung the sword in the other hand. A neatly cut fishing line fell to the surface. I tried my best to save everyone else, but the response is very poor. Will you still be there? I have no intention of begging for my life from the likes of you. Ill get out on my own, so get out of here! okay? If thats your wish, you should listen. Jinhyeok set the speed to maximum and turned the bow. The ship made a great turn, and the aftermath created waves reaching several meters. You damn bastard! A gigantic tsunami, enough to make the wave pool go away, swallowed Cheon Youseong. once twice and three times. The continuous drift continued uninterrupted. And so on until just before Chun Yu-seong drowned. How many hours had passed like that? Alice, shivering under a thick nket, and Cheon Yoo-seong, who seemed to kill people with just her eyes, gathered together. It is a bonus that they provided steaming cocoa. EhEh Aechi! Whip. Its very cold inside. Put some more firewood and keep warm. Bring back the nket with duck down. Cocoa Hoh. This is quite suitable for Jims refined taste. I see. Did you use high-quality sugar? Sheesh! Such a disgrace The two chieftains who rebelled against the Goinmul Corporation were taken prisoner. It was an overwhelming power difference, so I was embarrassed to add the expression that it was suppressed. still. Hearing the reward, I think its cute. These guys are talented enough to be treated anywhere in the tower, but it was pitiful that they were struggling so hard just because they wanted something like that. Jinhyuk let out a small sigh and opened his mouth. The reward you guys are supposed to receive. Ill do it for you. what? Is that true? Both Alice and Chun Yoo-seong jumped up from their seats. All I have to do is fight you in the normal battle. Whats difficult about that? Does Ellis want to go to that strange ind or something? Yes, thats right! If possible, Id like Jim to eat fruit there with you. fruit? Eh, Ive got a delicious apple, and I really want to taste it together. Its an apple thats rumored to be really delicious. Alice hesitated, unable to meet her eyes. It smells very suspicious, but its not a very difficult request. I It doesnt matter if we go together as long as we promise. That will make it faster to clear the stairs. Chun Yoo-seong nodded as well. Okay, then lets join forces and attack this ce. Only Teresa is left. Thats it. The members of the deceased person corporation, which had been scattered several times, gathered again. Chapter 415 Episode 415. The 29th floor, the one who controls the Great Sea (3) zing fire Ava field with thick mes gushing out. In the middle of this ce, there was a mansion that was far away from the demon realm. It was the abode where Guntafer was staying. So, does that mean he has fled to the outer edge of the temple? Guntafer poured the hard liquor on the table into his mouth. Then Remia answered right away. Yes. I think well be regrouping there for at least a few days. The previous battle must have caused a lot of damage. Hmm. Where exactly did you say you went? Where did he escape? Its the valley of the fog. Valley of Fog Ive crawled into a ce thats hard to find. Guntafer clicked his tongue. Dont worry too much. Were tightening the reins of the chase, so well be able to catch the tail before long. I wish I did. But theres one thing Id like to ask you. What are you talking about? Whoops! A red circle appeared in the air. Inside the circle was a vast sea. Why is the guy in the valley of the fog still in the sea? And why is the guy who fought so fiercely and was injured walking around like that. I want you to tell me that. The air froze in an instant. Creepy! Remia took a few steps back without realizing it. That, thats Did you seriously think you could fool me? This Guntaper? Guntafer slowly rose from his seat. Cuckoo coo! Horrible mana began to fill the room. To the point where its hard to even breathe. It was an incredible energy. Well, something I think theres a misunderstanding. I was really sure he was in the Valley of the Mist Youve been lying to me until the very end. If you erased the brand on your shoulder and teased your tongue, you might be fooled. It may have passed. !! An earthquake urred in Remias pupils. Could it be that you can see this stigma? You said that the stigma can only be seen between the parties that signed the contract? However, counting the number of cases meant nothing in the current situation. Betrayal caught on. Now you have to pay the price. Fah please help me. I just had to take my life as a guarantee Thats right. I just did as I was told. Doing as I was told. Thats the greatest sin. Guntapers hand touched Remias face. Cuckoo coo! The ck me swallowed Remias body in an instant. Kyaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah A terrible scream rang out. However, no matter how strong the fire, life was not easily cut off. You know, since youve been under me for a long time, right? If you touch the mes of hell, you cant die even if you want to die without this bodys permission, right? Uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu! Kang Jin-hyeok, tell me what hes trying to do. Where the temple gate led to. Tell him everything! If you do, Ill let you die afortable death. Nothing can resist the pain that transcends cognition. The position of the crab gate is Remia began to open her mouth. * * * A secluded archipgo located on the 29th floor. Representatives of guilds from all over the world were gathered here. Under the pretext of facilitating ess to the floor. The meeting is scheduled. Of course, the members of the Goinmul Corporation, including Jinhyeok, also received an invitation and came to this ind. Its because there were many benefits that could be gained besides simply having a conversation. For now, lets take a peek at the timing while leisurely watching. Jinhyeok looked at the pirate goods sold at the newsstand. There were literally hundreds of items overflowing, including shoulder-mounted parrots, rum on hooks, and clothes of all kinds. Now, choose whatever you want. This is a fish that can only be tasted on Theta Ind! Its a warm ne that ady from a certain kingdom was wearing until 30 minutes ago! Before stealing it, I heard clearly with my own ears that it was genuine! Stunning swords, gunpowder, even cannons! After all, you must have weapons to plunder, right? The pirates touting acts formed a sea of phosphates. Whoa. This will go really well with Jim. This one, that one! Whoaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa. That pearl ne. Get rid of those dirty hands. Its only for Jim! Ellis was also immersed in a shopping spree with her eyes shining brightly. As a collector with a thick wallet, I felt the will to get my hands on anything I liked once. Jinhyeok asked Cheon Yooseong. How do you feel? Do you think the story will go well? Ive already had a meeting simr to this. In less than three days since I came to the 29th floor, the leaders of each guild gathered on this ind. Looking at what youre saying, it seems that the results werent good. It was disgusting to prioritize the interests of each guild behind the scenes while crying out for the prosperity and peace of mankind in front. Its a natural story. The resources and items currentlying out of the tower are far beyondmon sense. Isnt it a situation where ordinary people who have lived without knowing the taste of honor and power are receiving all kinds of attention after the appearance of the tower? Not wanting to spit out such ecstatic candy is probably themon thought of most yers. To think that he only takes care of his own food bowl while his life depends on it. Of course, there are rankers who have a straight mind. In the case of the Zion Guild and the Knights of the Holy Cross, they are working for a greater cause than individuals. A guild created by priestly yers as the main axis. They were still maintaining their integrity, untainted. Hmm Jinhyuk stroked his chin. First of all, lets see each other. Anyway, these are the friends well have to meet on the stairs this time. Yes. First of all, Teresa will be here, so I have to go whether I like it or not. As all the scattered yers gather in one ce, thest member, Theresa, will be able to meet again. Aww! Ears dont pull your ears! Just a little bit. Im going to buy just that much. They said its a limited edition! Wheres the limited edition of the m shell? You Hogang-nim. Thats allmercial, so do it in moderation. Youll bete for the meeting. Jinhyeok pulled Alices ear. How far did you walk past the stretched out stalls? The tavern that looked the most elegant that I had ever seen appeared. Seeing familiar faces from the entrance, this must be the meeting ce. Hey, look over there. Im Kang Jin-hyeok. Cheon Yoo-seong and Elise are there too. You even brought the duo of Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min. I heard there are well over 20 ships sunk by the new battleship. I thought everyone was working separately but what happened? Thats because there was no yer like Jinhyeok Kang, who is the captain, until now. Now that weve rejoined the naval battle, everyone must have gathered. buzz buzz. Due to the appearance of the deceased person corporation, all eyes were focused. You can go up to the second floor. The meeting starts on time, so please be patient if you n to leave. Okay I went upstairs following the guidance and saw a meeting room with dozens of people. It was different from the yers at the entrance or on the first floor. The only ones who could go up to the second floor were those representing the 8th guild and the rankers they brought. Its been a long time since Ive seen these members at the same time. Jinhyeok scanned the faces of those sitting. Patrick of the Titans Guild of America. Maria of the European Olympus Guild. After the fall of the Chinese Guild, Yang Qian of the Chinese Heavenly Spirit Guild emerged. The first thing that caught my eye was, of course, these three. So far, it has suffered quite a lot of damage from major raids, but it has received full support from the government. Because through systematic and efficient training process and actualbat experience, I have a lot of rankers of A rank or higher. The master level has certainly improved their skills. It was so strong that it was iparable to anything I had met before. yer Jinhyeok Kang! This way! Maria warmly weed Jinhyeok. Its been a while. How have you been? Yes, thanks. Ive been struggling quite a bit, but now that yer Kang Jin-hyeok is here, it will be much morefortable. To think that he had a hard time with this amount of members. Its a bit surprising. Thats Maria added a word, taking a sneak peek at her surroundings. We wipe out thergest pirate crew, but we disagreed so much. Besides, the pieces of the map to thest ind arent revealed to each other. In a word, it means a situation of dilemma. This meeting was also to coordinate that, but judging from the atmosphere, it seemed that things would not be solved easily. Yang Chi-an and his aides from the Heavenly Spirit Guild were watching Jin-hyeok and Maria with wary eyes. Moon Gyu-ho of the Dangun Guild was also maintaining an ufortable silence. surely. Worth the pain in the ass Even if they cooperated with each other, it was obvious that they were the only ones who wanted to go on a safe and good path. If so. All you have to do is bring out a story that canpletely change this subtle and ufortable air. Its a bit early, but may I make a suggestion? Theres one way we all can keep from losing. Jinhyeok stepped forward. * * * C We have to conserve power behind the scenes somehow. Other guilds will open the door for you . -We cant risk it alone. Above all, how much can you get here? -Its worth calling the blue corals you found this time. -Dont forcefully sweep away pirates, just collect maps slowly. There are still more than 80 days left, so there is no need to rush too much, right? Even though they were gathered in one ce, each other had different thoughts in their heads. Just then, Jinhyeok caught everyone off guard. I heard that there is a way for everyone here to benefit. If someone else had said this, I wouldnt have even pretended to listen. However, no one refuted right away because it was the words of Jinhyeok, who has achieved numerous achievements so far. It was the Japanese side that broke the silence. It looks like youre thinking about something. Lets hear what a great proposal it is. Hosaka and Yoshio of the Samurai Guild shrugged. Isnt it because of the high-risk low-return that everyone is hesitating right now? Compared to investing, there is a lot to lose, so Im dragging my time with the hope that someone will do it for me. Hmm. That seems like a bit of a leap forward. Were going to the end You dont have to be pretentious in front of me. This isnt even a press conference. I know that. Who would want to stand in the lead and write poison? . Yoshios mouth twisted subtly. That must mean an affirmation . Okay. At this point , the atmosphere has matured appropriately. We will take the solo position. Standing at the forefront, we guide you on the route to the pirates base. Of course, I promise to share the treasures thate out of it equally. Tuk! A huge map fell on the table. This is the map I obtained. The authenticity can be confirmed by putting together the fragments of each map. An unconventional offer popped up that could not be refused . Its real. Area B-12. Yes, it must be. It matches the map we have. To think that they would just release something like this The leaders of each guild, who were preupied with the map, didnt see the evil smile on Jinhyeoks lips. Chapter 416 Episode 416. The 29th floor, the one who controls the great sea (4) Yoshio, who came to his senses btedly, asked the question. Are you saying that the Goinmul Corporation will take all the risks and distribute the rewards fairly? Yes. I have such a good heart that I couldnt see other people suffering. Ha! Do you believe that? You who cheated with our holy relic? Is it because of the memory of being brutally beaten at the masquerade? Yoshios reaction was cold. Well, I sent Cheon Yoo-seong who was angry at the man who was happy that he had recovered the Cheon Chong-un Sword, so I cant help but feel the back of my head still tingle. Hey, I brought up the story with a good heart If you really dont believe me, Ill pretend it didnt happen. Wait! Master Yoshio. What are you saying to the person who just said something nice? Yes. yer Kang Jin-hyeok said he would sacrifice himself for everyone? If I offend you for nothing, huh? Will you be at the forefront of your guild? A rough voice erupted from here and there. No, in the sense that I need to be careful Yoshio stuttered and tried to make an excuse somehow. Whoa no. Jinhyeok sighed with an expression bearing all the agony of the world. All Its my fault. Dont say anything to Yoshio-sama, throw stones at me. Ill hit you sweetly until you feel better. A voice mixed with bitterness and self-deprecation seemed to speak for those whose goodwill had been betrayed. No. yer Kang Jin-hyuk did something wrong! The Samurai Guild has to apologize. Apologize! In an instant, the mood changed. Yoshio, who said something useless, suddenly became a traitor. Jinhyeok, who cosyed as a victim, became a hero of misfortune. Im sorry. I made a mistake. Yoshio bit his mrs and lowered his head. good. It seems that the opposing factions mouth was properly covered with this. Now all you have to do is drive the nails well so that the remaining fire doesnt happen. I will promise to make sure that no unsavory thing happens. Jinhyeok took out the notary he had purchased at the coin exchange. Whoops! The binding golden parchment unfolded. [The ship of the deceased corporation will be at the forefront, and if everyone arrives safely at the pirate ind and wipes out the pirates, all rewards will be distributed ording to the number of participating guilds.] [Penalty for nopliance: 10 million coins] Ohhh . Theres no need to do this, keuhmm! Youre really considerate. Okay. We believe in yer Kang Jin-hyeok and thete Inmul Corporation, and we wille up with a new n ordingly. Even the faintest doubts hadpletely disappeared. With that, the scattered guilds gathered into one. * * * The cheaters temperament remains the same. Roasting other people isnt his main ability, right? It was the first question Chun Yu-seong uttered right after the meeting ended. Youre a swindler to someone whos been through a lot, so what? A swindler. I just said what I saw and felt. Are you really better than that? Are we at the forefront? Chun Yu-seongs voice grew heavier. Pirate Ind, one of the two conditions to conquer the 29th floor. There, among the pirates on this floor, the Great Pirates, which had the greatest power, was located. The navies of the maritime principality, which were only shells, were evil people with hundreds of ships that they dared not touch. In addition, the strait leading to the ind is surrounded by numerous reefs and rough currents, so it was evaluated as a natural fortress by itself. but. Dont worry. I have an idea. Jinhyuk smiled as always. Please, I hope its not crazy. Please dont get us caught up in it. Uh huh. Dont worry about anything? Dont you trust me? Id rather entrust the magic stone to the sweet potato than to trust you. Its over the line. Jinhyuk frowned. But thats not wrong. Because I was nning something crazy. And for that, there were a few things that had to be prepared in advance. Since all the top rankers have gathered this time, Ill have to meet them too. Whileing here, I heard the names of the two being mentioned at first nce. Lets start with Teresa. There is information that she is staying in an abandoned church. i get it. Elise, who is obsessed with shopping, and Lee Tae-min and Yoo Yeon-hwa, who were in charge of repairing the boat, decided to stay behind. Jinhyeok and Chun Yooseong went straight to the outskirts of Theta Ind. Half-wrecked and abandoned ships and drunkards. As you approach the end of the ind, the scenery you see also changes. There were only monsters, but it was hard to tell whether it was inside or outside the dungeon. Just then, a rusty cross appeared in front of them. The ce where the martyrs sleep. True to its nickname, this ce was one of the holy ces where angels could manifest. For some reason, it was known that Teresa had mostly stayed around the 29th floor since arriving. rattle! The old door opened to reveal a dark interior. And in the middle of it the pure white knight was praying. While apanied by several pdins. They? A wrinkle formed between Chun Yoo-seongs forehead. The pattern engraved on the armor was familiar. The Knights of the Holy Cross. Jinhyeok also recognized the guilds trademark. It was not arge guild corresponding to the 8 major guilds, but it is a rapidly emerging guild with full support from Rome and the Holy See. I heard that all of them are made up of pdins who havepleted their 2nd job advancement but seeing it in reality is even more spectacr. Im in the middle of worshiping right now. A pdin blocked the way. I dont mean to interrupt. I just wanted to talk a little bit after the prayers. Thats embarrassing. After the service, we have things to do among ourselves. Are you saying youre going to stop me from even saying hello to an old colleague? It means that hanging out with you Theresas faith may go astray. The atmosphere turned cold. no wonder. From the first time I saw it, the eyes of the pdins werent very good. You seem to be treating me like a total cultist. Its good if youre a cult. If you have to ssify yourself, youre closer to the devil. hey! What if you take the other side here? The image is already in a bad situation. I understand your guilds position. Because there are people in the world who are good at not fitting in. As expected, the Sword Saint understands my heart. You know better than anyone. Seeing how they matched so well, I was so angry that I was dumbfounded. Jinhyeok called Theresa among the pdins. Does Teresa feel the same way? Theresa, who had been silent all along, turned her head for the first time. Her soft blond hair, like a thread, flowed down her shoulders. however. Teresas eyes were different from usual. For some reason, even resignation was felt in the empty, empty, unfocused, shaking eyes. something happened. The one who answered that was the pdin. Teresa-sama was called by the Holy Kingdom and the great power of the upper echelons, Eden. Uriel? Its an honor. We, the Knights of the Holy Cross, epted the angels choice and decided to follow their will. The source of a pdins power is divine power. In particr, all those gathered here were those who followed the word of God even before the tower appeared. The appearance of the Tower of Trials was also considered a miracle. Thats why their cause and beliefs have no choice but to go to Eden. sorry. Theresa muttered in a voice that seemed to copse at any moment. shit. I thought the other side, not Gabriel, would use his hand first. I dont know about Gabriel, but Uriel is different from the angels youve known. Their roots arent love or forgiveness, they just see us as tools for their own ends. Shut up! How dare you say such sphemous things about this ce? A wild roar erupted from among the Pdins. As expected, you have a tongue like a snake. You are. If youre thinking of dazzling Theresa with nonsense again, youre seriously misjudging. Ino, we wont stand by. Sreung! The pdin immediately drew his sword. Chun Youseong reflexively moved his hand to his waist. And that only made the situation worse. chuck! Sreung! This time, all the pdins in the chapel drew their weapons. As the divine power was manifested, soft light radiated along the de. Stop it. Yooseong-ah. And that too. Jinhyeok stopped everyone. If we fight here, only Theresa will be in trouble. This decision must have been entangled not only with personal beliefs, but also with the interests of the Rosenberg family and the European government. If I overdo it, Ill fall into an irreversible pit. Of course, ignoring all of that and sweeping it away is also a way, but at least not right now. It was because the Holy Cross Knights and Zion Guild had their own roles to y in this voyage. You know were going to the pirate ind tomorrow night, right? I will not confuse public and private. The pdin shrugged. Our top priority is to safely clear this floor and buy new time for humanity. Thats enough. Lets go. Are you really going to be okay? Can I leave Ms. Teresa alone? Chun Yoo-seong fiddled with the hilt of the sword as if he was displeased with it. If only Jin-hyeok agrees, he will be elected immediately. okay. There is no need to cause trouble before it even starts. * * * The next day, Jinhyeok traveled around the ind until the sun went down, meeting rankers and preparing necessary items. Oh Ji-won and Maria from the Enemy Guild actively helped. I was able to receive a lot of help in gathering information from every corner of the ind . Jinhyeok stretched for a long time, loosening his tight joints. As time was running out, the time flew by like crazy. By the time midnight was approaching , a lot of ships anchored on the shore had lifted their anchors. Finally, on the 29th floor , Arge-scale expeditionary force to attack began to set sail. The leader, of course, was the White Pearl, which the members of the Goinmul Corporation were riding in. [Lee Tae-min summons Lv13 Air-to-ground Hellfire C 5 units.] Berry Around the 8-star battleship received from El, Lee Tae-mins drones followed like escorts, and instead of unarmed, reconnaissance drones that could cover a wide rangepletely dominated the surrounding sea . Ill do it. Everyone, make sure you know what you need to do. In the cabin, Jinhyeok called everyone together. A huge map spread out along the table. Here, the main bases of the Pain pirates, thergest pirate group on the 29th floor, were recorded in detail. I just got my hands on this. Ho-oh, the more I look at it, the more detailed it is Hmm? Cheon Yoo-seong spat out a small exmation. Then, suddenly, he noticed something strange. On the way to the ind This is? You, the devil A trap was lurking. Chapter 417 Episode 417. Departure (1) Gigant Dalos. Among the sea king species inhabiting the Tower of Trials, he is one of thergest in ten fingers. Is it like a huge moving ind? When you meet him for the first time, you have no idea how to deal with him. The area where such an outrageous monster appears was marked right on the way to the pirate ind. [Estimated level 170 Size 72m rge species) All stats increase by 20% when fighting in the sea.] Are you saying youre going here on purpose? Chun Yoo-seong muttered as if it were absurd. Ive never fought it myself, but ording to the information written on the map, its the kind you should never face. Even on this floor, isnt there a penalty that reduces all stats if the yer falls into the sea? The terrain conditions that were advantageous to the opponent but unfavorable to the other side were a fatal factor in battle. However, Jinhyeok acted the other way as if it was not a big deal. Its dangerous, but its okay if you do it well. Besides, what are you worried about? We have strong reinforcements? There are dozens of ships still following them. Except for a few, it means that even though most of them are improvised 4-star ships or less, the number is hard to ignore. As bait to use. Keuheum. Bait. Anyone who sees it will think Im a bad guy. I just wanted help, huh? We can smoothly enter the ind. Thats the bait. Shit. Somehow, he gave in too meekly Chun Yoo-seongs expression darkened once more after clicking his tongue. Could it be that the notarization I wrote at that time was also a fraud? Ah. How strong is that binding force? How can I cheat? Well, no matter how trash you are I dont know if you break the contents of the contract. As long as you put it into practice, you will definitely keep your promise. !? The thought of no way crossed my mind. Chun Yoo-seong hurriedly took out the notarization that he had distributed to everyone. [The ship of the deceased corporation will be at the forefront, and if everyone arrives at the pirate ind safely and wipes out the pirates, all rewards from that result will be distributed ording to the number of participating guilds.] [Penalty for nonpliance: 10 million coins ] It was only after that that I could feel a strange sense of incongruity in what was written. Chun Yuseong pressed his temple with his index finger. everyone was swept away by the mood they got it right. What is written in the notarization is clearly as follows. There is a provision that the treasure will be distributed if everyone arrives safely on the pirate ind. In other words, if you cant reach the ind, you dont have to distribute the reward. Jinhyeok took the back story instead. It was all arranged for this purpose that he deliberately put himself in a position of losing money in the first ce. Get away from Gigant Talos safely, arrive at the pirate ind, and achieve your goal at the end, you just have to deal with Gigant Talos, who has lost his strength from dealing with the guilds. No matter how hard the yers rushed, it was close to impossible to deal with Giganttalos in the sea, so there was no need to worry about losing thest hit. Chun Yoo-seong opened his mouth as if trying to say something. But it didnte out of my mouth. It was because he knew better than anyone else that even if he cursed or criticized, even the seed would not be eaten anyway. Heh. Youre like Jims contractor. Originally, noble people dont care about lowly things. Only Ellis showed a proud face and did not hold back his praises. however. Kurung Rumble! There was a faint sound of thunder and sound in the distance outside the window. Its not like a storm ising. Because the thunder ended with just one strike. In addition, the lightning that struck afterwards was reddish. Jinhyeok bit his lip while looking in the direction where the lightning struck. * * * About three hours have passed since we started sailing. The Gandhara guild, which was located at the rear of the fleet, was maintaining its course a little further out than the other ships. Theres no way he did this with good intentions. Nirashas voice sank coldly. I didnt know what kind of n he had, so I kept quiet for now, but if things go on like this, Im sure something will happen that will put me in the back of my head. And it wasnt far from knowing the answer. It was then. rattle! The door mmed open and the two entered the cabin. Nirasha-sama! Irun and Chandra. They were rankers belonging to the Gandhara guild. Through the relic, we found out what he was up to! The holy relic Shining Stone received from the deities of Thousands of Ages. They had the power to glimpse one of the dangers of the future by performing a ritual sacrifice of the heart. I couldnt use it often because there were a lot of restrictions, but isnt it a hidden card prepared for use in this case? Tell me. Nirasha jumped up from her seat. A huge sea dragon lies asleep on our way. A sea dragon? Yes. Arge species Its also a guy with incredibly strong magical powers. I think it should be regarded as a new beast or a redemption ss. If I went without thinking, the entire fleet would have been destroyed. Ha! Have you seen this snarky guy? Nirishas face twisted violently. Now all the ships were following the ship of the deceased corporation at a certain distance. If a dangerous situation arises, it was with the intention of coping with it while watching from behind. But that was exactly what he was aiming for. On the outside, he yed all kinds of heroic games, but behind the scenes, he must have nned to escape alone. Oh, you saw us as idiots. The thought of wanting to kill this rotten bastard right now came to the top of my head. But I couldnt. It was because, in the process of asking the source of the information, if it was revealed that he had used the heart sacrifice ceremony, he would be criticized no different from the demons. Rather Id rather pretend to follow his n and use it in reverse. This is not the time to follow slowly. We have to catch up to the ce where the dead person corporation is located. I didnt know what kind of prank to wake the sea dragon, but at least if it was nearby, there would be a way out. Right Now! Nirashas order was not yet finished. Kwaaang! A huge spray of water gushed over the surface of the water. Goooooo! It feels like my eardrum is about to tear. Covering the moon floating in the night sky. The divine beast beyond imagination revealed its majesty. The sea dragon Giganttalos. This is the master who controls the Great Sea. * * * Aaagh! Its arge monster! Evade immediately. Slow down and turn to the side! In an instant, thebined fleet fell into an abysmal situation. It was embarrassing to see arge bell pop out of nowhere. In particr, the biggest reason was that the premise that the deceased person corporation would be the first toe under attack was shaken. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! When Giganttalos ran amok, 5 ships were blown apart. It was a blow that I couldnt even avoid or block. Fortunately, Giganttalos only recognized objectsrger than a certain size as enemies, so no yers died. Of course, those who fell into the sea could no longer act asbatants. Keuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuwuu, night fishing is dangerous. When I tried to catch a tuna or something, all sorts of things popped out. Jinhyeok pulled out the magic crystal hanging from the fishing line. thick and A foul smell stung my nostrils. Soaking it for 8 hours in water full of magi made it very fragrant. There was nothing he did to wake Giganttalos. Mosquito! Mosquito! Even the sweet potato was fed up with the half-melted magic crystal. This is enough to make time, so shall we get out quickly? If you say, I had to go to the ind alone for the sake of a cause that would be a good enough excuseter. The enemy guilds Oh Ji-won stayed behind and decided to do everything possible to prevent deaths, so a minimum safety was also prepared. It was then. Boooooong I wondered if I could hear the sound of cutting the wind Kwakwakwaang! The side of the White Pearl was engulfed in mes. It was a magic attack powerful enough to destroy all the drones attached as escorts. Brother! Gandhara guild suddenly attacked! Kueug. Are those guys crazy! Lee Tae-min and Yoo Yeon-hwa shouted. As they said, the 17 ships of the Gandhara Guild were closing in on the distance at an incredibly fast pace. Concentrating firepower and pouring all kinds of bombs is a bonus. Hoo. Look at these? Jinhyeoks eyebrows curled into a reverse shape. The fact that they attacked means that they noticed the sea dragon decoy operation. however. I bet no one knows where the sea dragon is sleeping? Alluti, who manages this ce, only knows about the existence of sea dragons. The exact location was not known. But how? I will kill you! Since they are shouting like that, it is pointless to look for the reason now. Because I had a strong will to kill. 17 5-star ships and 1 8-star ship. The difference in performance of the ship itself was overwhelming, but if you stick to it with the determination to throw away more than half, the situation will be unpredictable. That is, if we only fight in this state. Cuckoo coo! By the time Nirasha was right in front of you. Another ship rushed in from the side. A ship specialized for sinking opponents by sharpening the front part. The small but swift assault ship rammed into Nirashas nk. Kwaaang! A sharp shot rang out. Keuugh! What is this again! Kick Kick Kick! Its a battle. Its a battle. Can I kill everyone? Huh? Can I kill everyone? A voice soaked in madness stimted the hairs all over her body. You guys? Nirashas pupils shook greatly. theres no way you wouldnt know How could I not know? A ranker who enjoys tearing apart and killing creatures rather than climbing a tower. Surprisingly, it was not well known to the general public because it stayed on one floor for so long, but there was no one among the top yers who had not heard of the crazy twins. Casey and Jude Law. blonde pleasure killer Hehe. Who has the prettiest hair? That man? Or that oppa? Casey leaped toward Nirashas ship, holding a giant helbird. It fell in the middle of enemy lines as if it didnt care about numbers. Kwajik! A red mist of blood. The expression to be split in half and die must be said for a time like this. Casey literally started ughtering the yers on deck. Quaaaaa! Mmm, you bastards! I havent seen them for a while saying theyre going to exterminate the Hobgoblin race. Kill them right away! You shouldnt even let that guy join you. We have to finish it somehow when only one has arrived. It is known that the synergy of two people together is difficult even for top rankers to handle. But it is already toote. The damage was greater than that caused by Gigant Talos. Damn it! At this point, Nirasha had no choice but to admit. Dealing with these two leeches and chasing Jinhyuk was impossible Its work. Besides, I missed the timing to escape and was trapped in the realm of Gigant Talos . Ill be back before its toote. Jinhyeok waved his hand at Nirasha. I will kill you. I will kill you by chewing you alive! Nirashas angry screams echoed along the sea. Chapter 418 Episode 418. Departure (2) The maximum time for the Guild Alliance to deal with Gigant Dalos was about 6 hours. All battles must bepleted within it. Cuckoo coo! Jinhyeok started sailing at full speed. The ship cut through the waves and stretched forward without hesitation. The rest of the members checked their armaments and prepared for the uingnding. Right then. Lord! Jinhyeoks shadow shook, and in an instant, a blue sword surged up. Kwadeuk! Perpuck! Arrows glowing green split in the air. It was Wolyeong, who was escorting Jinhyeok in the shadow. What? There are no ships around? Where did theye from? There is no movement detected even on the radar. Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min hurriedly looked around at the unexpected surprise. But there was nothing in sight. in the water. Elise looked down at the rolling waves. If you werent paying attention, you would never have noticed. Clearly, there was something holding a strange-looking weapon in the water. A mermaid. Jinhyeok answered instead. Hoho. Are you saying that such people really exist? Oh, there are all sorts of things. This ce called the tower. Its the first time Ive ever seen a human who can live underwater. Then there are all sorts of really special things. For example, a stupid vampire a housekeeper who is obsessed with snacking a housemate who gets into K-drama and doesnte out of the nket when he goes outside the tower, etc. Jinhyeok nced at Alice. Somehow I dont like that look. Contractor. No, I just thought that I was lucky to have a reliable colleague with whom I could be with for the rest of my life. Seriously. stretch, for the rest of your life!? Alices face instantly turned red. His voice also trembled slightly. Its not hehe but hehe, hehe! Yes, Jim is somewhat reassuring by nature. Seeing the truth, he doesnt seem to get seasick. Our contractor will protect Jim for the rest of his life. So, dont go anywhere. Contractor ? Huh? Answer me. Hey! Answer me! Alice was talking hard on the sidelines, but Jinhyeok just stared at the sea. Master, what should I do? If you give me an order, I will cut down the one who dared to target you. Wolyeong took a posture to jump into the sea at any moment. Its okay, leave it alone. They must have felt that they couldnt help it at their level with the things they just did. I understand. If thats what your lord really wants. But, its a bit unexpected. I heard that mermaids usually try to keep their distance from humans. Whoa. Do you think Wolyeong knows about mermaids? Moorims intelligence department, which was expected to be surprisingly closed, seems to be aware of the other floors one after another. Thats true but the guys who live here are pretty evil. If youre a human, youll want to kill every single one you see. Mermaids are one of the most sacred species due to their unique beauty and mystery. However, the residents here did not respect it and rather trampled it. They considered mermaids to be nice pets and began to capture them at random. They also often plundered their treasures. Hunting has been going on for hundreds of years. As a result, the disposition of the mermaids has deteriorated a lot. The peaceful nature has long since disappeared. In that ce, he was filled with anger and hatred towards himself who had been reduced to a toy. It is said that this kind of thing will continue on this floor forever. Jinhyeok looked at the mermaid staring at him. I could see her green eyes glowing faintly. lets go. Unraveling the tangled threads with the mermaids was necessary, though. But not right now. Jinhyeok spurred on again towards his destination. * * * A gigantic Skull Ind towering over the open sea. Thergest pirate group on the 29th floor was located here. They are called Pain Pirates. A group of scumbags who would do anything for money. and. The one who led them was a man named Copse. What is this, heavy ass man doing to us? Cobbs yed with his long ck beard. A fat hamster stood in front of him. It was Alluti, the middle manager who manages the 29th floor. boom boom! The pirates around them couldnt hide their tension. Of course, it is inconvenient to have a middle manager who appears once in 10 years. Squeak! Squeak! Im going to do one request. A request We believe you know that the price is a little high. So. What kind of request? What is that request? A troublesome human ising here. His name is Kang Jin-hyeok. Hes a yer whos been making a name for himself recently. Ohh. Did the manager step out because of just one yer? Its not just one yer. So far, countless tower dwellers and boss monsters have been destroyed because of that one guy. Chucky! It looks like he has quite a taste for his hands. It would be nice if I could wipe off some of the rust on the barrel after a while. Cobbs pulled out a matchlock pistol decorated with colorful patterns. Even from above, they are watching with interest. You must never fail. Shoot. Hey. Yeah yeah~. Dont worry too much. No matter how much you fly and crawl, thats onnd. At sea, youre no match for me. Isnt that right, guys? Of course. Chuck. I will drown this guy named Kang Jin-hyeok and all the crew members on that ship in the sea. How dare youe to the territory of the Pain Pirates. Lets take off the skin and hang it on the mast. The pirates giggled and drew their weapons. Above all, I have the Saint Relic of the Sea. This means that this Corps holds all three relics, including the one I stole from the mermaids. A stair-specific holy relic. I collected all the most effective relics on the 29th floor, including the Matchlock Pistol. It wasnt for nothing that all the residents on this floor couldnt touch the Pain Pirates. Squeak squeak. Yes, its strong. Alluti nibbled at the sunflower seeds. But, Ill take out some insurance just in case. Its not that the suspected disease has healed, but this is just as important. Insurance, what do you mean? Among the yers, theres someone who came over to our side. Take a shot! Now, lets introduce you. Alluti nodded to the side. Then, a man and a woman who were soaked all over came approaching me. They were yers from the Nirasha and Gandhara guilds. Nirasha, who moved to the ind through Allutisrge-scale space-shifting magic, was unable to control herself due to anger and shame. Even if the damn guy didnt wake up the sea dragon Squeak! Its okay. Its true he caught me off guard, but its also true that the rest of the yers were tied up because of it. I wouldnt have been able to calcte it. It would be the deceased person corporation that fell into the trap. A fishy smile formed on Allutis lips. * * * Cuckoo coo! The White Pearl cut through the waves and moved forward quickly. An ind that began to be visible in the distance. It was not long before we reached our destination. But. After all, things dont go so smoothly. They came like cockroaches. Chun Youseong grabbed Ryuhwas handle. Even the ships in front were easily over forty. You have to pierce that to be able tond on the shore. Elise also looked at the enemys strength and added a word. Wooduk! What are you hesitating about? Yoo Yeon-hwa was wearing the gauntlet before she knew it, as if her body was itchy. As expected, Cops is waiting inside the ind. Jinhyeoks pupils moved quickly. A g symbolizing the captain. An 8-star ship called the Moving Ind was also nowhere to be seen. I didnt even send out all the fleet I had. This means that more than half of the power is saved. ording to his original personality, he is not the type to buy himself. Being at the forefront and biting like a mad dog was his way of fighting. Even so, the fact that he is conserving himself like this is dragging out time. middle manager. No, in order to follow orders far above that. In the end, it sounds like a time attack. Which ones prepared spear will be sharper and faster. Predicting more variables and setting up a backup n ordingly will decide the oue of this fight. Whoops! Two pairs of swords appeared in Jinhyeoks hands. Taemin. Yes, brother. We have to protect the ship at all costs. Elise will help with the anti-aircraft defense, but we have to rely on you for the whole thing anyway. No matter how fraudulent Elises Blood Road is, it cant cover all of the countless shells and melee with countless enemies. Aside from the issue of horsepower supply, the difference in troops was overwhelming. Hyung. Im Indaenam. Im Indaenam who cleared thebyrinth with Sollo. human bald man. The ID of a deceased person who once shared the joys and sorrows came out. okay. A melee master who burned all the bugs and cosyed as Cesco. In a fight between the few and the many, Lee Tae-min would be able to trust him and entrust him with the work. food. Jinhyuk smiled warmly. Right then. e. Chun Yuseong swung his sword like lightning. Pew! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Red heat waves scattered from the cannonballs that had been cut in half. The wee celebration is splendid. Then, lets start by sorting out the things blocking the way. The battle has begun. The sky filled with cannonballs and various magics aimed at the White Pearl without a break. However, Lee Tae-mins drones and various defense devices installed on the ship did not allow a single hit. How dare you shoot dirty things at anything? Adding skewers made of Elises blood to it, a mobile fortress floating on the sea waspleted. Defense is good enough. Took. Jinhyeok, who jumped on a foothold made using cial molding, boarded the pirate ship approaching from the lead at once. A dozen pirates were already seated on the deck. Are you Kang Jin-hyeok? I am the 3rd Battalion of the Pain Pirates Big!? The muscr man who was talking hurriedly blocked himself with an axe. Caang! It was because Jinhyeok, who approached in the blink of an eye, attacked. Youre a guy who has no culture. To say aloud and then attack by surprise. Um If were going to talk about culture, shouldnt we change that face first? What, what? Right now, water is all over the ground, so try washing your face first. If possible, rub your teeth with something like a brush. That way, Ill be able to have a conversation like a civilized person. I knew he was a pirate, but I couldnt tell if he was a human or a monster just by looking at his appearance. The man in front of me who taught the orc well thenguage and manners of a human might be the final one. Ah by any chance, if youre aiming for a heart attack with that face, youd think so That bastard. Be sure to catch them alive. Im going to rip out your tongue. Yes? yes. yes. Captain. I understand. At this point, even the superficial ostentation that had been spread out has no choice but to disappear . Chapter 419 Episode 419. Pain Pirates (1) Kill! Aaaaaaa! The pirates, who had risen to the point of anger, rushed at once. Of course, Jinhyeoks body movements were not simple enough to be attacked with emotions. sneak Jinhyeok, who lightly dodged the attack from the left, burrowed inside like a mudfish. fast. It was so exquisite and off-beat that I missed the moment. Kuk! What kind of move However, Jinhyeok did not cut down the pirates even though he caught the back. Rather, it leaped toward the depths of the ship. no way!? The first to realize this change was the battlemander who led the 3rd Battalion of the Pain Pirates. No, stop it! The voice became urgent. Cause I know what youre trying to do But it was already toote. Kwajik! Because Jinhyeok cut the mast at once. Hey hey! With the sound of trees howling, the ship lost its bnce. What was aimed at from the beginning was not human life, but the ship itself. I have no intention of dealing with them one by one as long as there is a time limit. If it is defeat that easily released the encirclement after being caught in provocation, it is defeat. Thanks to you, this one made the job a lot easier. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! The mast was smashed at an angle that had been precisely calcted, causing the ship to draw arge semicircle to the right. Of course, another ship of the Pain Pirates, which was closely spaced, had no choice but to look at the colliding allys ship as it was. Aaaagh! Quaaaaagh! Screams erupted from everywhere. Moreover, it was not only Jinhyeok who used this strategy, but Chun Yuseong and Yoo Yeonhwa as well. Kwaaang! Kwakgiggik Kwajik! The method of maximizing damage to the ship instead of human casualties to make a breakthrough was an unexpected situation for the Pain Pirates. Oh, filthy bastards! Fight fair! I mean you guys have no pride or honor! Yeah. No. what? Its not like they feed you. More than that, if youre really going to fight with pride, go ahead ande together. Arent you embarrassing while talking? That, thats stuttered the shaggy pirate. Well, that sounds usible. Pirates live for romance and die for pride. Kya. How cool is that guy? But wheres his boastful pride, we all miss it. Go to your captain and find him. See if his neck remains or not. Maybe the Cops maniac will wield his sword before he even finishes talking. Now that Jinhyeok finished all his errands, he stretched out his hand toward the air. at the same time. Pew! Small fireworks lit up the air. A re is it? What else are you trying to do? Its not a big deal. The bait I used to lure out Gigant Dalos just happened to be left over. Its nasty smell is quite effective in stimting monsters living in the water. Of course, at that time, the other guys were quiet because of the top predator named Gigant Dalos. What if the bad-tempered king disappeared now? Gulp. Realizing what Jinhyeok was saying, the pirate swallowed a dry spit. This is crazy. Your sideshould be here too? My kids take good care of their own lives. Me too the same. Jinhyeok, who had been sitting on the railing, threw his body straight into the sea. And right at that moment. Koooooo! Kuaaa! The sea roared again. I thought I could see huge ck shadows under the surface of the water. Soon the waves crashed. Dozens of sea snakes. Compared to Gigant Dalos, it is only a baby, but they are allrge species over 30m in length. Kwajik! Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Ser Serpent! Aaaaaa! Turn the bow. We have to get out of here right now! The people of the sea know the fear of the Serpent better than anyone else. After lightly capsizing the boat, it swallows the people floating on the water whole. They are monsters that can truly be called nightmares of the sea. Usually, when there is a fleet of this size, they would not carelessly touch it, but due to the bait Jinhyeok sprinkled, it was literally in a state of runaway. Kuaaa! The serpents attacked the pirate ship as soon as they shut up. Among them, there was also the White Pearl owned by Jinhyeok. Mi, crazy. How can you be sane and do something like that Even the thick bones of the pirates had no choice but to shake their heads. The sight of him pushing his allies as well as himself into the pit of hell was shocking beyond shock. But there were two things the Pain Pirates didnt know. The first is that Jinhyeoks Mentra Taming is also applicable to ferocious monsters. Second, among the dragon tribe, the number of summons that were quite high was following Jinhyeoks orders. Jinhyeok, who was swept away by the waves, was riding on the back of a huge dragon. It was pretty close. If it was just a little bitte, it would have been fish food. Kuhhmm. Im d you were safe. The hooded crane let out an ufortable cough. Although he had no choice but to manifest himself under the threat of being grilled on skewers if he did note out right away. I never dreamed that the reason was to crack down on the serpents. But Im the Blue Dragon, the Four Gods of the East What? Jinhyuks voice sank. No, I meanno matter how much it is. The reason why you drag me into such a trivial thingwhy dont I have to protect my face Because I want to? I could feel the cool temperature in his calm voice. Its not that Im dissatisfied. I dont mean that No? No. I was wrong. Cancer! Educating naughty worms is what I am in this world for. [The Soft Hooded Cranes activates the skill weather change!] She used Yeouiju to control the waves and also influenced the serpents. Grara? Kiii. The mysterious and powerful energy did not allow the serpents to rush in recklessly. As if facing Gigant Dalos. Each of them lowered their heads as much as possible and expressed that they had no intention of fighting. Of course, some of them couldnt grasp the atmosphere Mooogi! Due to the existence of the blinding sweet potato, the buds of rebellion were immediately trampled on. This is why you should keep reliable subordinates by your side. Thats how I was able to see the benefits even in such a crisis situation. good. With this, the fleet is incapacitated and the surviving remnants will return to the base and deliver the information that I can handle the sea dragon. Its like youve made them aware that fighting at sea is more dangerous Buying time through naval battles will no longer be possible. The left arm was cut off. Is it time to cut off the right arm? Riding on the hooded cranes back, Jinhyeok spurred on even more. I have to hurry. Time is running out now. The first red lightning has arrived, so soon a storm will fill the sky. If we dont prepare fully before then, most of the yers here will bury their bones in the sea. The situation is not good. Nyathotep. I never thought this madman would unleash the Kraken right now. Jinhyeoks head was stained with the number of cases. * * * Scenario Apocalypse. One of the worst disasters that could happen in the tower was about to happen on this floor. [The first red lightning will be a storm, and in the end, thirty-nine lightnings will tell the beginning and end. All things floating on the sea will return to nothing, and all living things that encounter it will be nothing more than prey. . Be afraid and just pray. Please dont let the cmity of the deep find him.] If there were four knights of the Book of Revtion in the fall of the colossal god Ragnarok and the copse of Warggdrasil This time, the worst monster that could wipe out the entire 29th floor. The Kraken is intervening. An apocalypse is like a natural disaster, so even if its unavoidable The timing is too bad. Now that the issues to be resolved areplicatedly intertwined, the opponent has pulled out a very strong card. I thought hed be just watching, since he messed with the Old Guard and ruined Hastings job, but This one was pretty painful. Aside from everything else, wecked the time and resources to prepare. If its fortunate that I didnt miss Omen, its fortunate. Jinhyuk bit his lower lip. Right then. Even though youve won andslide, something doesnt seem right. Ellis, who was next to me, spoke with a worried face. I thought you werent showing off, but how did you find out right away? Because its the first time Ive seen a contractor worry like that, even as Jim. It seemed that everything was revealed in his expression. After hanging out together for a long time, he only notices it unnecessarily .. Its a headache. The pirates and Gigant Dalos each prepared a countermeasure, but thest one, to be honest, has no answer. You mean dangerous? Most of the stairs are sea, which is the worst terrain condition. The only ce to step is on a ship, but even an 8-star or even a 10-star ship cannot withstand the Kraken. There are also some special attacks . Since the Kraken couldnt be damaged unless it was, the difficulty would increase exponentially . Im not sure what kind of monster came out, but Jim believes it. That no matter how impossible the enemy is, you can ovee it. A soft smile crept across Alices lips. No matter what anyone says. Arent you the one who took a hit on the vampire family heads who even gave up on Jim? Yeah. Unbeknownst to you, you say all sorts of nice things. Do you really want to eat mint chocte? Who, who said he wanted to eat toothpaste like that? And if youre impressed, present something delicious! Okay. When I go back this time, Ill buy you anything you want to eat. Ill definitely get it. Until my stomach bursts. Elise clenched her fists tightly, and didnt forget to add a word as well . After all, arent they all here to be with you? Chun Yoo- seong silently sharpening his sword at the bow. Wol-yeong, who has always been in the shadows. Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min, who have been together since before the Tower of Ordeal appeared until now. .And even our little queen with many tears. No matter how the worst situationes, she will be by my side and be by my side. Even when Shubnigurath manifested, no one ran away or betrayed me. Yes. Lets wrap it up neatly and go on a trip to the right ce together. One more reason to go to a happy ending has increased. Chapter 420 Episode 420. Pain Pirates (2) Shoot ah The ce where the serpents ran amok turned into ruins. Most of the 40 ships were half-destroyed and barely maintained their shape. Damn it. Cops watched the gruesome scene and grinded his teeth. In the first ce, I didnt put all my energy into it to pass the time. I couldnt even imagine that this many ships would be annihted. Missing people 2546 people, 17 survivors One of his subordinates opened his mouth heavily. It means that those missing at sea will soon die. In the end, all but 17 people became the Serpents food. Thats why I said. Hes annoying. Nirasha, who was next to her, clicked her tongue. Yeahyoure definitely cursing. I think I know why you said you wanted to change the drink. Very. Quaang! Cobbs drew his knife and cut through the splinters of wood. Kill. Quaang! The knife marks increased on the splintered tree. Ill throw it away! How dare you build my fleet like this? You worm-like bastard. Did you think you could live like this! Ipletely lost my reason. The sight of the captain running wild on the road made the crew members even stop breathing. It was because he knew best that if he made a mistake now, his neck would be blown off. Where are you? Yesyes? That bastard, where are you now! Hwa, it has been confirmed that they are anchored on the shore and staying there, but the officers have troops on standby at every corner, so we will be able to catch the tail sooner orter. The reason why this ind is impregnable is because the ind itself has been made into a huge fortress. Even if the sea was breached, there were plenty of means to kill intruders. but. Cobbs decided to use the most devastating of them all. Release the corpse-eating hermit crabs to their stomachs. I dont know how confident I was that I came here with that number. You dont even have to procrastinate. I will wipe out all my opponents with this one move. * * * Pure white sandy beaches and endless green palm trees. Even clean seawater that can be seen clearly 10m below. This ce had all the conditions for an ideal summer resort. Only one. Except for this ce being a pirate ind, it would be really perfect. Jinhyeok looked at the roads leading into the ind. The roads that looked natural were actually artificially created results. There are a few ces worth poking at, but most of them must be traps. If you walk without thinking, you will be trapped in the jungle and withered to death or fall into numerous traps. Ohhh! Look at the Contractor. I built the kingdom. In the meantime, immature Alice made a castle out of sand. I just piled up a pile of sand and put twigs in it. I felt the energy to be praised fiercely. Im a bit busy right now. Look. This is the banquet hall, this is the living room This is the bedroom, and we put a lot of effort into it. See you soon. Huh? See you soon! Busy doesnt sound like it. Jinhyeok silently took out a magic crystal and ced it on top of the sand castle. What does this mean? Could it be? An earthquake urred in Alices pupils. Putting brightly colored jewels on the castle of just the two of them. A scene from a drama I watched while outside the tower not too long ago passed by. Green Light. Undoubtedly. no matter how stupid it is Even if a doggie passing by sees it. This is a positive signal with a hint of pink. however. mosquito! Seeing the magic crystal, Sweet Potato leapt. The image of the ancient species approaching with great force passed along Elises pupils. The idea of stopping it crept into my head but it was toote. The predatory beast aiming for its prey was much faster than expected. Fuck! Ododog! Mosquito! The nest, which took an hour to build, waspletely destroyed. Kyaaaaa! My kingdom! Elises desperate cries filled the shore. good. It should be quiet now. Jinhyeok looked at the forest once again and fell into agony. which way to go you have to decide that My lord. If we wait too long, will the enemy know our location and send troops? I agree. I think its better to drill somewhere at this time. Wolyeong and Chun Yooseong added one word at a time. I know what you want to say, but The situation is not so easy. If I take the wrong road even once, I could use up all the time I have left. In that case, even if it takes time, you have to get the starting point right. The overall terrain of the ind and the disposition of troops. Considering the way the Corps have been fighting so far there is only one shortest route. Its dangerous, but its a length that can pierce the heart of an enemy at once. Lets all move. Have you finally decided? Yes. Taemin and Yeonhwa protect the anchored ship. Ill finish it as soon as possible and return. I understand. Brother. Did you say that the two of you could deal with hundreds of people? Well, thats enough. Lee Tae-min and Yoo Yeon-hwa nodded. Oh, and. If the pirates dont attack Yes. Ill try to find as much as I can. [Thousand-year-old beating] buried somewhere along the coast. The odds are very low, but if you can find it, it will be of great help in defeating the Kraken. Everyone scattered along the shore with their respective roles assigned. * * * Jinhyeok went straight to the outskirts of the seashore. Soon, sheer cliffs came into view. Hoh. Its a superb view. An exmation flowed from Alices mouth. At first nce, it is an unusual size. At least 300m seemed good enough. Looks like theres an open road. Are you nning to go in there? Chun Yoo-seong snapped his chin toward the center of the cliff. As the saying goes, there was arge cave that dozens of people could pass through. There is only one route that allows you to prate the ind at once without being seen by pirates. Seeing that you dont have a bright face even though the conditions are pretty good That means its a damn dangerous road. There were no pirates nose-bleeding near the entrance. It wouldnt make sense for those who know every nook and cranny of the ind not to know this. In the end, it must be proof that this route will not be breached without the use of sentries. [You have entered the Crystal Cave.] Unlike the dark outside, when you went inside, a dazzling light poured in. True to its name, the Crystal Cave, the inside was filled with several meters of blue crystals. chuck! A scythe with an eyeball stuck in Jinhyeoks hand appeared. It was the Scythe of the Ghost Tree used by Abigail of the Levicita family. From here on, you have to use a good mix of melee and magic skills. It is because of the unique characteristics of the cave dwellers. Get ready. They know were here, so theylle soon. With Jinhyeoks words, the rest prepared for battle. Alice used Blood Road, and Chun Yoo-seong and Wol-young used Sword Song and Shadow Kill, respectively. It was then. thud! cooong! thud! Heavy footsteps echoed along the cave. Its fresh food! It looks delicious! I was tired of eating only fishy crabs and bugs. Is this a long-awaited dinner? AhI cant stand it. Where are you? Where are you? Lets go quickly. Hurry up! It was half-human, half-beast monsters that appeared along with the eerie conversation. An appearance reminiscent of a centaur. The upper body was human, but the lower body was that of a horse. What is unusual is that instead of having a head on the neck, it has a mouth with dozens of teeth on the belly. Also known as Cave Eater. The name came from the fact that it will eat anything that enters the cave. Youre a bad-looking guy. Elise threw a red skewer. A skewer that easily broke through the speed of sound without a propent. Fuck! A red wire pierced the monsters chest and plugged into the wall on the other side. however. Gulleong! Gulleong! Gulleong! The wound, which I thought was fatal, began to heal rapidly. Ouch! It hurts. Its a lively prey. It must taste chewy. The Cave Eaters raised axes the size of their bodies. Axes made of blue crystal resonated with the rest of the crystals in the cave. The color of the instant crystal changed to yellow. From above below. The ax fell. Alice, frowning, made a shield out of blood. It is because of the idea of attacking on the spot without avoiding it. But the moment the ax and the shield collided. !? Alices expression changed dramatically. Because I felt something strange. Quadduk! Cracks began to appear in the shield made with the Blood Lord. Normally, this would be nonsensical. Because it was impossible for monsters on the 29th floor to break through the homeowners defense. Right then. [The unique ability Triple Magic is activated!] Jinhyeok interrupted. Three magic squares were created, and magic of different elements was created. fire, ice and wind. The magic of three attributes struck the Cave Eaters body. Kuaa! The first scream of pain broke out. You cant kill them with a single elemental attack! The reason why this ce is unique in the first ce is all because of that crystal. Whenever the color of the crystal changes, the attributesmon to Cave Eaters also change. In other words, what kind of attack should be done for each pattern is different. Usually yers have at most 2-3 skills, so this ce is bound to be tricky, but Im a little different. Whether its magic, physical, or mental. Able to deal with any situation. Dozens of magic squares formed behind Jinhyeoks back. The scythe of the ghost tree in the great magic circle with the pentagram drawn on it. In front of an all-around yer, there is no expression of contradiction. Only take care of the guysing from the side. After bumping into each other a few times, youll get a sense of when to use each of their abilities. Break through at once like this. Jinhyeok took the lead. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Various magics opened the way. Kuaaa! Oh, how do you know all the secrets of the cave! Die, please! Die! The Cave Eaters, who were always hunting their prey, couldnt understand the current situation at all. This was because Jinhyeok had grasped all the patterns of crystals with over 100 colors. In addition, he was loaded with conflicting abilities . After using it in the stone pit, the damage to his colleagues grew out of control. Besides, the other three also quickly adapted to the crystals. Their If they didnt have the power of the crystals, they would have been annihted withoutsting even 10 minutes. And the fire dragon peak . It was an ancient species that was gathering mana in the rearmost part. Just in time, the crystals lost their color. The inside turned dark. At the same time. [Sweet Potato activates non-attribute breath!] Mooogii! A translucent light I traversed the cave. Thanks to the perfect timing, the Cave Eaters, which had numbered in a dozen or so, turned to dust and evaporated. I see Sweet potatoes are sweet potatoes. If we go out like this, we will be able to reach our home base within an hour. . Jinhyeok drew an overall timeline in his head. He might have more time than he thought, but this? It was when he was thinking about that. [A call request has arrived!] A series of status windows requiring urgency. Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min are on the side. Chapter 421 Episode 421. Pain Pirates (3) Hundreds of hermit crabs covering the sandy beach. The giant crustaceans, which are nearly 2m tall, caught their prey. Click! Click! Click! The sound of sharp ws resonated particrly loudly. And what they were aiming for was the White Pearl and Lee Tae-min and Yoo Yeon-hwa who were guarding it. Haha isnt this a little too much? Yoo Yeon-hwa swallowed dry saliva while looking at the sandy beach. I knew the enemies might attack, but I didnt expect it to be hermit crabs, not pirates. In addition, I felt formidable magical power from each object. Even if you take it as a minimum, its a B-ss thats close to A-ss. Thats over 500 of them. It would be impossible for just the two of them to stop it. Ill call my brother! Lee Tae-min urgently pressed the call request. Tring! Tring! The status window shed rapidly. But just then its okay. Softhwa forcibly disconnected the call. Who, sister? Why suddenly? If you cant solve one of these things and interrupt your brother one by one, then all we have to do is grab our ankles, right? Quaang! Gauntlet-d fists collided. The only one who can climb the tower to the end is Jinhyeok oppa. So far, I have met numerous prospects and rankers from all over the world. However, no one was just a newbiepared to Jinhyeok. I just took and pasted colorful and meaningless modifiers and ambiguous achievements. It was difficult to see it as a real figure to see the top of the tower. Thats why you must help Jinhyeok no matter what. Because that was the only way everyone could survive and live another 90 days. And we also recently finished our 2nd job transfer. Its worth stopping. Im sure the only people who say its worth trying while watching this are my older brother and my sister. Ha ha. I get it. Im going to y hotly for the first time in a while. I gathered all the magic that Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min possessed. Without thinking about the aftermath with the determination to burn everything in this ce. [Lee Tae-min activates his 2nd job, Round of Exile!] Not only can he handle all machines. A power that increases the performance of all machines to their maximum. All turrets on the White Pearl activated. Chunk! Cuckoo! Magic bullets were loaded along the gun barrels. In addition Lee Tae-min wore a white armor made of titanium. It is more like a state-of-the-art robot rather than a simple armor for attack and defense. It means a fully equippedbat weapon, including a sma lightsaber and dozens of HE shells. Wheein! Lee Tae-min swung a lightsaber that emitted a dark green color. And its good to say that its almost simultaneous. Quaang! Haap! Softening also moved. If Lee Tae-min was in charge of mid-range support, Yoo Yeon-hwa was in charge of crushing the enemy at the forefront. [Flexible Hwarang 2nd ss Advancement C Archive Armorer (׽ʿ) is activated!] One of Hwarangs abilities is Armor Armor. Gauntlets reminiscent of tiger ws mercilessly tore the shells of the hermit crabs. light and fast. Not even footprints are left on the sandy beach. Quaang Boom! The already nimble body of Yeonhwa became almost twice as fast thanks to the effect of the armored warrior. Before the afterimage waspletely erased, a storm erupted from Yoo Yeon-hwas fist. Keeeee! Kiyi! In an instant, the guys at the forefront were torn to pieces. Because of the concentration of firepower, the effect was more than expected. but. Thats all. Even if you wiped out dozens of them at once, the number of those remaining was far more than 10 times that number. From now on, its the realm of mental power. As much as you wante and see. Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min stood in front of White Pearl Lake like Taesan. * * * Thanks to the injection patterning, Jinhyeok was able to run through the crystal cave at a fairly high speed. It wasnt long before we reached the exit leading to the outside. Huh Ugh Chun Yoo-seong blew out a heavy breath. Its a shame because Jinhyeok gave us some strategy tips. If I hade here alone, even ten lives would not have been enough. No, even with all kinds of tips in advance, I had no choice but to suffer such a big injury. The difficulty of the crystal cave was so close to extreme. It was to the point where I could understand why the pirates hadnt posted a sentry here. It looks like Elliss magical power has reached its limit. A European ranker who showed off his overwhelming prowess in every battle. No one knows the exact identity, but it is certain that it is a monster beyond imagination. Even Alice was clearly tired. Not to mention Wolyeong who came with him. however. Hey. This grass grows here too. If we brew it at the next shareholders meeting, the tea will be free. Shall we make this fancy-looking mushroom for dessert? For some reason, that damned dead person didnt even stop breathing. so used to it As if it was so natural. All traps and monsters have been dealt with. I thought I could catch up with one or two steps but Why? The stronger you get, the farther you feel from your opponents back. The endless wandering, like chasing a mirage, had no end in sight. Why are you making a face like that of a dog thats been deprived of chewing gum? Jinhyeok looked at Chun Yuseong and tilted his head. Dog, youre talking like dog chewing gum. You dont even know what Im feeling inside! I dont know. Just looking at it, it seems like youre worried about something that doesnt have any nutritional value? At least its obvious Why dont you think about what department youre going to go toter? That stic surgery! In fact, dont you think it will work very well if you promote it as if you ripped off your face? made by Geomseong. I dont know anything else, but Im confident in my knife skills! If you put a lot of front and back ads like this, it wont be a task to build a few buildings in Gangnam. Even if it doesnt go well, if you pull out the knife once, all the patients will run away. You wont have to worry about the aftermath. Are you saying that? No Its okay. Dont answer. If I talk about it any more, itll only hurt my head. Chun Yuseong let out a long sigh. Then, as if he suddenly remembered something from before, he changed the subject. What are you going to do with the boat? Looking back, it looks like youre asking for support? An emergency call from Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min. Judging from the situation, it was clear that stronger enemies had appeared than the previously assumed enemies. but. Its okay. As long as its the two of them. Jinhyuk had no intention of going back. You seem to believe it quite a bit. Theyve been ying this shit game for so long. They havent had a single day wasted since the tower appeared. trying has grown Even though you are already ahead of everyone else. In order not to hold back the ankle of the deceased person corporation. In order not to fall behind the strong. I have been working hard and working hard in invisible ces. Knowing this better than anyone else, Jinhyeok had no intention of sending support against the will of the two. Yes, I understand. To go higher, the two of you must do that as well. Thats right. Impossible things will continue to happen. that buck While we were talking, I could see the bright sunlight before I knew it. The Crystal Cave was finally over. The loose air tightened again. Its a speed run from here on out. Jinhyeok, who was saving his magical energy, reached forward with the scythe of the ghost tree. As he said, several pirates gathered at the exit and were flirting. Ready. Start. Chun Youseong grabbed the sword again. [Triple magic Eternal Lightning is activated!] 12 lines of lightning rushed forward on the ground. So, the bar Im killing on the main ind this time Huh? A sudden surprise. The pirates, who sensed the strong magic power, tried to escape, but they couldnt avoid Lightning, which boasts the fastest speed among magic. Aaaaaaa! Keah! Pachichichi! Smoke rose from the charred body. 12 sentries fell without even responding properly. Took. fault! The rest of the members, led by Jinhyeok, spurred the speed. The beauty of surprise is speed. The key is to inflict as many hits as possible before the enemy can even estimate the damage. And Jinhyeok he was perfectly aware of how to make his opponent suffer the most. * * * The 5th battalionmander is dead! Ugh, the silver-haired woman cant be stopped! The guy on the left isnt kidding either. Kids over 20 have already been victimized! Sir, the food storage is on fire! Turn it off right away. If that burns out, it means the end! The home base of the Pain Pirates, which has turned into an abyss. The mes soaring here and there seemed to never be extinguished. How the hell did this happen! The captain, Cobbs, yelled at his throat. Troops deployed all over the ind and mazes boasting impregnability. With all that behind, I couldnt understand why this hearnd was under attack. To the Crystal Cavern the enemies have been attacking through it! What, what? Could it be that he passed through that hell alive? Is it the same cave that has wiped out hundreds of subordinates so far? Even the fearless corpse-eating hermit crabs did not listen to orders to go there. Nonsense nonsense. How did the first person on this ind know the way? No, even if he did Cobbs was speechless. Everything was far frommon sense. However, no matter how much he denied the reality, the current situation did not change. Calm down. Even so, its a surprise attack that came in as a minority. Besides, youre ying individually to maximize the effect, right? At the words of Nirasha who was beside him, Cops looked at the map on the table. ording to one report after another, the enemy was moving separately to target key targets. And that means You mean its better to defeat them individually? Yes. Thats where time is short. Kang Jin-hyeok should have noticed by now that the anchored ship is under attack. I know about Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min who are guarding the ship. It wontst indefinitely. Because the amount of mana and stamina a person possesses is limited. Above all, Nirasha had the conviction that she could definitely win this fight. Whoops! The holy relic in his hand shook as if he wanted to go on a rampage right away. I will kill Kang Jin-hyeok. You take the others. What? I cant hand over the guy who made my living room a mess to another guy. Im sorry, but you cant defeat him alone. Just do as I say. Cobbs face twisted into a stern expression. Before he knew it, his hand moved toward the matchlock pistol at his waist . You are not the only one who has the holy relic. If this happens, allies start fighting. A self-respecting idiot is so hard to deal with Sheesh. Nirasha clicked her tongue . Thats all right? It will happen sooner orter. A dramatic agreement was reached between the two. Just then. Quaaaaang! A huge magic power exploded in front of the tent. A force beyond imagination. Kukukukukuku! A bloody wind made of blood. This mana There is no way you dont know. How can you not know? A ranker who is considered the strongest among those belonging to the corporation. A few meters above the ground, the head of Ataraxia looked down at Nirasha and the Corps. Chapter 422 Episode 422. Nirasha, an apostle of a thousand years old (1) Red skewers covering the sky. The strongest spears, the number of which was hard to dare to count, were pointed at the ground. Ellis Nirasha wet her lips with her tongue. All of the people who belonged to the Goinmul Corporation were monsters but among them, that silver-haired woman was number one. A dealer who specializes in long-rangebat using blood magic. He was a mysterious ranker who was known to be able to y the role of arge guild alone. However, Nirasha knew about Elises identity. Not too long ago, I heard about its true identity from the gods of the Thousand Ages. Alice von Ataraxia. One of the absolutes of the tower that no one has ever surpassed. Now, even if he couldnt fully demonstrate the power of his heyday, he was in a position that no yer could surpass. You said you took care of all those subordinates and came all the way here? Cobbs muttered in disbelief. Its been less than 30 minutes since I entered the base through the Crystal Cave. I never thought Id reach the captains tent, the most heavily defended. There is such a thing as a fountain in the world. You have to live ording to it in order to live ording to mymand. Elise calmly told the truth. Originally, I didnt care what you guys were doing, but you pointed your sword at my contractor. Thats enough reason to die. Because the only person in this world who could go against the will of the contractor was himself. [Ellis unlocks her unique ability Blood Road!] Kukukukukuku! The magic power fluctuated and the sky turned red. Now, with a single gesture, this area will disappear from the map forever. however. Kang Jin-hyeok and you You and I are looking at me like an idiot. Do you think I tried to fight you without any preparation? Even in the face of the tremendous storm, Nirasha did not flinch in the slightest. In an instant, the air suddenly changed. Whoops! The wood splinter in Nirashas hand turned golden. Fragments of Vimana. As part of a floating fortress called the Pce of the Gods. It was a holy relic created by the spirits of the heavenly world by pouring their mana into it. With skewers falling from the sky. Golden arrows rising from the ground collided. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! A dazzling spark flickered in the air. It is like watching a great war in a myth. The number exchanged with each other to that extent possessed absurd power. ! Elises pupils flickered slightly. It was because he did not expect that the heavenly gods would push Nirasha to this extent. however. This wasnt the end of the cards Nirasha prepared. [Nirasha activates her 2nd job advancement ability Avatar!] Avatar has the same effect as All Body. The power to temporarily reach that level by allowing the god to dwell within the body of the yer. No matter how fast Kang Jin-hyeok and thete Inmul Corporation were, they were not strong enough to surpass the power of Cheonsei, who ruled the 45th floor. Hahaha! This is really thrilling? I dont think anyone can beat me now. Nirasha exploded in madness. Hmm. Its a battle against the true ancestor It must be worthing downstairs after a long time. It looks like it will be a fierce battle, so where should I replenish my magic? Avatars ability is connected to Rakshasha, one of the gods of heaven. He was a blood magician,monly known as Raksha in Buddhism. Crunchy! Kwadeuk! Quaaaaagh! Yes, save me. Captain! The bodies of the pirates around them grotesquely twisted. An eerie sound of bones breaking echoed. Cobbs didnt look at them. Because an agreement has already been reached to do so. Okay. This should be enough. Yes? Then, lets go! The voices of Nirasha and Rakshasha ovepped as one. Pachichik! ck spheres rotated at high speed. fast. Ellis turned mid-air. Spikes made of blood exploded to hit the orb. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Again the sky turned dark red. However, something resembling wings was created from the pieces of the sphere that had been smashed. They say its a corpse fly. I hate to say this with my own mouth, but theyre pretty nasty. Rakshasha puffed up and threw in the wind. Then, the dead flies with life formed a thick cloud to devour Alice. The years have improved a lot, but it has improved. The cleaner of the lesser age is betting all the fights on me. Whoa! This is also an extension of causality. Just ept your fate. Ghost of Ataraxia. No matter how much we run wild, its useless! Now our Gandhara guild will be the standard for all guilds! Rakshasha and Nirasha shouted at the same time. Whoops! With the roar of the wind, a cloud of ck flies rushed toward Elise. And a moment that can be said to be almost simultaneous. A red ring appeared behind Alices back. unique voice. Revtion of the Gaebyeok. The cataclysmic fire that consumed everything began to turn everything in front of me into ashes. Yeah, thats great. Either way. There are plenty of flies. Killing and burning is no use. Because it was this one that was overwhelming in terms of numbers. The corpse fly caught Elises attention and threw chagrams made of magical powers from time to time. Chagram, whose trajectory changed in the air, dug in, aiming for a ce with less fire. furthermore. [Corps activates the holy relic, Silver Coin of the Ghost Ship!] A silver coin with a skull on it spun around. Taang! Copps matchlock fired. With those bullets! Alice reacted immediately. Even though he was fighting Rakshasha, it wasnt that he wasnt aware of the existence of the Corps. however. Kwajik! A wind hole appeared in the shield made of blood. Crunchy! Whether its the Ancient Inul Corporation or Nabal Ill make you guys regret attacking me in this sea. An effect that ignores all opponents defenses with a 1/3 chance. On the 29th floor, it had the power to pierce even the shield of Aegis or the body of Hercules. Kuh Elises body staggered. The wound was regenerating quickly, but the overall bnce copsed due to the use of mana for recovery. At this rate dangerous. In particr, the connection between the two was perfectly specialized in hunting higher beings. At least it wouldnt be so threatening without that gun. However, it was impossible for Rakshasha and Nirasha to just watch and watch in order to deal with the Corps first. die! Different attacks were linked. before and after. The sharp seconds that took away the timing and caught off guard continued like a storm. Elise responded with all her might, but she couldnt block everything. Kwaaang! Aagh! Elise, whose ring was destroyed, fell to the ground. Even the famous head of Ataraxia cant help it. Nirasha, who was approaching, hurriedly turned her head. He felt something approaching rapidly from the left. omg! Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! A whirlwind swept across the ground. * * * Realm of Wind and Primordial me. And the breath of the ancient species was oveid on top of it. Nirasha, hit by a storm of three elements, fell terribly. Euuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu I felt a strong taste of iron from my throat. Even though Gothran epted the power of the godhead, the previous attack was too much to bear. That is the human being Kang Jin-hyeok? Rakshasha looked at Jinhyeok flying on a sweet potato. Indeed. He seems to be a yer who has recently been interested in the giant powers and deities of the upper echelons. It was hard to believe that a mere human subject had so much power. Jinhyeok carefully raised Alice from the floor. Are you okay? Are you not hurt? Did youe to rescue me? Of course. Its not about how high-ss you are but theres no way youd abandon a colleague you care about. My one and only preciouspanion Eris muttered, her face as red as Hongshi. A lot of what he said seems to have been omitted and distorted, but its fortunate that he seems safe. Jinhyuk stood up from his seat. Nirasha. Kang Jin-hyeok! The eyes of the two met. A terrible bad rtionship that started from the empire. The time to put an end to it has finallye. Still, I tried to leave it alone if possible. I thought that an apostle chosen by the world would be of some help in climbing the tower. No matter how stupid you are, there is a limit. I didnt know that he would be more passionate about harassing me than climbing the tower. Well, even if that wasnt the case, it was more efficient to take other benefits at that time than to fight against it. But not anymore. The rtionship with Cheonsei will be rough, but if the stage is set up like this, it would be appropriate for one of them to leave. Hongryun appeared in Chuck Jinhyeoks hand. On the other side, the scythe of the wraith tree was in ce. It seems you havent seen how your lover was treated a while ago. Not a lover, but the main dealer. Soon, Ill make you the same as your lover. Its the main dealer! please listen to me Are these very group deaf ears? Great! Contractor, stay still. I dont think hes saying anything bad Mooggi! Even Alice and the sweet potato nodded. It was then. Taang! A sharp gunshot pierced my eardrums. All of the defensive magic that had been spread out in front of Jinhyeok was shattered. Kaaang! At the end, the only thing left was to deflect the trajectory with Hongryeon. If I was even a littlete, I would almost have a hole in my body. Hoo. Still, the reaction isnt bad. Cobbs aimed the gun again. But, how many times can I survive? The rickshaws ability to run wild and his sniping in the midst of it . Its not the kind that can be overturned by intervening. It just increased the target. Moreover, as long as you have a relic that affects the field, you can block all variables. Salt of the Traitor. If you fall into the sea, your stats will decrease. The characteristics of the 29th floor, which are reduced by half was a holy relic that could make it reach thend. Ive been saving it because I havent had a situation where I could use it yet . I know. What? I know everything about the relics you have. Davy Jones matchlock pistol, Ghost Ships silver coin, and finally Traitors Salt. He had already prated all the holy relics and their characteristics. Nowthen, Ill show you what I prepared. Jinhyeok released the mana he had slowly umted . ] If the opponent borrowed the power of the godhead. This side is just recreating another myth [The level of mutual understanding is activated to the maximum!] [Battlefield selection Moonlight Forest unfolds! ] The field of vision has changed. Everything visible. The world I knew before began to change. The dark forest flooded with moonlight. This is the 39th floor of the Tower of Trials . It was the ce where west fought against the family heads who betrayed us. Chapter 423 Episode 423. Nirasha, an apostle of a thousand years old (2) Beautiful. The moonlight pouring down through the forest was reaping even the thickest darkness. Shoot ah. A soft wind brushed my cheeks. What, what, this? The ability to change all terrain features? Is it a field skill? Nirasha and Cobbs muttered in disbelief. This is because such a wide range of field skills without contradictions were the first toe into contact with them. Only Rakshasha knew what this skill was. Image Manifestation, no. If it is simply changing the ce and maximizing the advantages of that ce that can be described as the embodiment of imagery. But this is different. Are you reproducing? It became a myth and disappeared. A piece of memory that only the Tower knows. That is. It was unfolding once again in this ce. Ah Alices mouth opened slowly. The memory of everything being dyed red. If you were to reflect on your life and choose the most intense battle, you would definitely be able to pick the fight that day. Because this was the ce where he threw everything he had beyond his limits. and. In line with that memory my whole body was reacting. Whoa! A wound that heals quickly. The broken ring burned more splendidly than ever before. A pair of red wings slowly brought out the older brother. Also the limit of horsepower. Restrictions on ability no longer make sense. heyday. The head of Ataraxia in its strongest days has manifested. * * * Cuckoo coo coo! The space around the wing was distorted. Matter had been transformed by absurd magical power. I see, the level of difficulty has risen a little. But, this body is a god of the ages. It means that the ancestors cant do anything about it! Your voice is trembling for anything like that. what? I understand. A frightened dog barks loudly. It doesnt matter now whether its a god of the world or a higher being. Because he had his heyday self and the worlds strongest supporters by his side. Alice nced at Jinhyeok. From the first contract until now. There were countless things, but they were always together. thank you for that sorry again Wee to Jims world, you lowly worms. Parts. Skewers three timesrger than before appeared. Numbers dare not evenpare. Elises white palm spread out. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! What followed was a red shower. Aagh! Nirasha immediately summoned the golden arrows, but the aspect waspletely different from before. Nirashas body, which had been skewering with a chakram, instantly turned into a hedgehog. Elises attack was out of standard to the extent that the barrier created by the battlefield selection was shaken. Its terrifying. Jinhyuk let out a small exmation. The characteristic of universal sharing is the understanding of the target. The deeper you understand and sympathize with each other, the higher the degree of perfection. He had already been with Ellis for a long time and had made it close to the maximum. It was all because of this that todays sharing of all things has such outstanding power. However, it is not that there is no reaction at all. As much as he recklessly used higher skills, the burden on his body was no joke. Still, I wonder if its at this point that I can endure it. Thanks to monopolizing all facilities and designing optimized routes. Even after reproducing the heyday of the absolute, his body did not break. [Ellis activates Blood Bind!] Live venomous snakes wrapped around Nirashas ankles. Kuk! Nirasha clicked her tongue. It must be destroyed immediately. However, Elises rapier was already approaching her heart. Right then. Taang! A miraculous gunshot rang out. Corps support shot continued, aiming for the off-beat timing. Shut up! Damn you bat! Instead of dodging, Elise drew her rapier into the air. h h space is divided No, thats nonsense. Cobbs screamed. Dimension cutting known as the realm of gods. The bullets disappeared through the cracks. Even a blow that boasts of a killer kill would be meaningless if it didnt hit. Now I dont have to worry about Corpses sniping anymore. Boooooong! Elises rapier pointed at one point. Aaaaaaa! Nirasha poured all her magical energy into it. Kaka Kaka Kaka Kakang! Battles that cannot be discerned with the naked eye. Nirasha, holding two chakrams in her hand, returned the rapier. A beautiful golden trail was drawn as mana was applied to the unique flexible taijutsu. Hee-eok Hee. Hee. Nirasha let out a heavy breath. This is despite a 50% stat nerf due to Salt of the Traitor. All I can do is barely survive. A bnce that would not be strange even if it copsed at any time. That painfully cold fact shook Nirashas pride to the bottom. This cant be like this. Now Im supposed to be the strongest Im sure, I should be able to beat anyone! Why! You mean you couldnt catch a true ancestor! [Nirasha activates Avatar C Wide Area Absorption!] Ududuk! Quaaaaa! Aww! Even while the space was cut off due to battlefield selection, the marks nted in the hearts of the victims in advance were activated. I feel the will to chew all the pirates on the ind. Glimmer! Thick veins protruded from Nirashas body. Whoa lets see if you can maintain that expressionless face. A golden spark rose from Odd Eye. As mana was injected beyond the permissible amount, it reached the realm of runaway. [Nirasha opens Lv18 Spiral Chakram.] A spiral chakram that is over 1m tall and colored with light. Quaang! Nirasha galloped forward. Just one time I was convinced that if I could hit it just once, I could kill it. The chakram held in the left hand is a trick. The real one is the right hand with the fragment of Vimana. Puffer Puck! Naturally, dozens of skewers did not allow ess. I managed to avoid it, but moving forward is not easy. In any case, we have to create an opportunity to close the distance. Corps! Nirasha asked for help. shit! Cobbs aimed his matchlock. I didnt want to get involved in a fight with monsters that didnt even work properly with holy relics, but there was no way. [Corps activates Lv17 9 gallows!] A miracle that survived 9 hangings. Not only the uracy of the bullets, but also the chance of a special kill that is activated with a 1/3 chance was also able to increase the probability to close to 100%. In addition, due to the effect of the gallows, the size of the carp flies was also made dozens of timesrger. If this is the case, it will surely divert attention. however. p! Something is strange. p! p! No matter how hard I fired, the bullets didnte out. Support isnt my main focus, but its still better than most guys. Jinhyuk smiled brightly. No way You mean you ruined my skill? If its a skill that requires concentration like just before, its possible to interrupt it to some extent. Speak nonsense as much as you can! Cops yelled and tried to activate the skill once again. Coincidence only happens once. Definitely not twice It was the established theory that one could not intervene in a spell without fully understanding the skill. but. p! Again, the unpleasant sound of mispronunciation echoed from the matchlock pistol. Skills like the 9 gallows should have been used secretly while hiding among the subordinates. This, how could it be wasnt it a coincidence? Cobbs stuttered. As long as he knew exactly the name of the skill, there was no room for denial. But before he could even be surprised This time, Jinhyeok moved. Keeeeeeeee! The scythe of the wraith tree let out a ripping roar. at the same time. Dark red des surged mercilessly along the ground. Pupper puck! Enormous corpse flies were torn to shreds. Overwhelming wide-area magic. All the tools I had had be pieces of toilet paper. Isnt even Nirasha, who received the protection of the heavenly world, in trouble with Jinjo? If you stay here, you will only be killed by dogs. The worry didntst long. Damn it! Damn it! Aaagh! Cops, who had thrown away all the holy relics, started to run away to the other side of the forest in a hurry. Hmm Jinhyeok didnt follow him. Even if you dont do that He will never leave this forest. Smell, do you remember it clearly? Keye! Bodies sacrificed with Cobbs tacit consent. Eyes gleamed in his eyes, filled with the hatred of being betrayed. Go and pay me back, the pirate way. I dont know, but it would be hard to die gracefully. This is because the grudges of the corpses could not leave thisnd until all the grudges were gone. Hee-hee Hee-hee! As if to prove that, it wasnt long before Cops was besieged by corpses. Hey, guys. Its me. I mean your captain! Moo, go away. Get out of here! Cobbs voice trembled violently. Keeeee! Chew eat it alive Ill throw it away! You scum who betrayed us! Well tell you the pain we went through. Kel kel kel kel! Tears of blood flowed from the eyes of the corpses. * * * Nirasha! We have to get out of here right now! Rakshasha again tried to dissuade Nirasha. Now that even the Corps have disappeared, the fight should already be over. Kuh! Nirasha also realized that, but the problem was that it was toote at that point. .When Jinhyeok joined, the bnce copsed at once. Ugh! ck patterns appeared under his feet. Debuff-type magic dug into his head. Ahhh! Nirasha screamed in agony. The terrible agony made her magical energy disappear for a moment. In terms of time , itsted only about 0.3 seconds. It was an instant. However, between the top rankers, that gap was more than enough to decide the battle. Elise grabbed Nirashas back in an instant. The 2:2 breathing seems to be a much better match for us. Alices rapier gave off an alert. Of course, Nirasha didnt look at the de digging into her back. Puff ! . Red blood flowed from Nirashas mouth. If you pull out the sword stuck in his heart, a lethal amount of blood wille out. The long evil rtionship ended with this. If Jinhyeok hadnt used the Blessing of the Stars. Wounds healed. Contractor? Elise asked as if she couldnt understand. Why me? The reason Nirasha couldnt understand this situation was the same . Im not treating you because youre pretty. Its just that youve been annoying me so far, and I just dont intend to end it this easily. Jinhyeok , who healed the wound, swung the scythe of the ghost tree . Whack Whack. you are so sick What is this!? The shoulder cut by the scythe turned ck. Due to the effect of the Endless Poison, the bare skin began to rot. Its a corrupting poison. Its the best ce to give pain. About a minute passed Ugh! Soon after, Jinhyeok used the Blessing of the Stars to heal the wound . Heck . This will also be quite hot. After that, there is poison that has a simr effect to bone grafting, and there is also poison that leaves aftereffects simr to being addicted to drugs . could pass the time Chapter 424 Episode 424. The thousand-year-old apostle Nirasha (3) Aaaaaaaa! A vein stood on Nirashas neck. The excruciating pain seemed to show no signs of ending. Next, lets try the purulent poison. No. No. Id rather have a poison that makes youugh until youre about to go crazy. They say the end of pain is pleasure, but I was curious about what the end ofughter would be like. Uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu The living body experiment using the poison was conducted for only about 30 minutes, but Nirasha felt it for hundreds of hours. Suddenly, Jinhyeok stopped moving his hands. How shall we continue? This is not asking Nirasha. It is to ask the deity possessed by that body. You mean I was the target from the beginning? If I was going to catch a small rodent, I wouldnt have put so much effort into it in the first ce. Rakshasha is enough. It was because even within the age of 1000, there was quite a bit of right to speak. What do you want? Dont you guys want to lose the apostle you worked so hard for in vain like this? I dont want to kill a famous ranker and be followed by the Indian government. Then release it right away. If you do that, we wonte out any further Hey. Jinhyuk frowned. How do you calcte like that? Gold or half a bean or something has a value? Not to mention, if its the price of life, you dont even have to say it. Jinhyeok spread his palms toward Rakshasha. Give it up. What, what do you mean? Keep on pretending. Hand it over. Fragments of Vimana. Vimana, the strongest aerial fortress that symbolizes the world. If its a fragment, there are many ces to use it. Since it was a holy relic that could be transferred only with the consent of the godhead, Jinhyeok deliberately drove Nirasha into a corner. Thats Rakshasha blurted out with difficulty. It was because I never thought I would ask for this. Its a shame. But, isnt it better than losing the apostle you chose with all your heart? Its not that I want to pass over Bhima itself. Its just passing the fragments. Rakshasha shook her head. But no matter how much time I spent, there was only one answer. If you pass this will you let us go? Ill send you out of here without a single hair loss. I promise you, Ill put my name on it. Okay. Then, Ill do as you say. Rakshasha! Rakshasha nodded, and Nirasha roared. When to squeeze out tears and runny nose. After a few minutes of rest, poison filled my eyes. look at that grumpy face Tsk tsk. Be quiet. Shouldnt you be living first? Kuh! Nirasha swallowed the curse down her throat. I have to live right now. That way there would be a chance for revengeter. [Fragment of Vimana is transferred to the new owner.] [Fragment of Vimana] Obtainability: Unmeasurable (Acquired only under limited conditions) Description: One of the highest-grade relics, marked with Mand on the targets body when used as a weapon will leave Also, when used as a material, it can be used to manufacture a purple grade holy relic . This is a salty ie enough to explode with cheers. Promise Keep it. Dont worry. Im not the type to talk twice. Jinhyeok canceled the battlefield selection. The space was shattered like a window, and instead of the forest, a view of the existing ind appeared. now! Rakshasha quickly used long distance teleportation magic. It was to prevent Jinhyeok from stabbing him in the back. Papapat! Vision changed in an instant. The ce where Rickshasha and Nirasha arrived was the northern shore of the ind where the ship of the Gandhara Guild was anchored. Im going to kill him right away. Even if I tear him to death, he wont be happy! Nirasha ran wild. Shame and hatred mingled on her reddened face. If nothing else, we must retrieve the fragments of Vimana. We cannot let such a bastard have our mythological relics. Rakshasha also nodded. [The window of Antis (single use) is open!] A hidden card received from Alluti. It had unbelievable destructive power, so I couldnt use it a while ago. This is because there was a risk of being involved in throwing javelins if used at close range. But at this distance its possible. Anything is possible. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Blue magic circles appeared one after another. To make use of eleration and uracy. Auxiliary magics began to ovep. At least half of the ind had gathered enough magic power to blow it up. But it was just when I was about to throw the javelin. throbbing A strong pain surged from the shoulder. Before I could say anything, my flesh bulged out. Like just before it explodes. I cant believe this [The unique ability Blood Explosion is activated!] A red status window appeared in front of Nirasha. You bastard you bastard! Wow! A huge explosion engulfed the ship entirely. * * * Blood gushing from afar. It seems that the blood pressure nted in the body has been activated so that it can be activated with a time difference during torture. Didnt you say youd send me safely? Alice cautiously opened her mouth. It was. Thats why I sent it safely. Its just not guaranteed after that. Theyre the ones wholl attack you at any time if you let them live in the first ce. Rakshasya, youll be pissed at the loss of an apostle, but youll continue to be hostile with them anyway. It means that no matter which one you choose, you cannot get on the same boat. Of course, if Nirasha hadnt thought about hitting the back of my head, Blood st wouldnt have been activated. This is because it is designed to be activated only when it is nted in the body and attracts offensive magic. In the end, it is said that it is self-employed. Judging from the magic response, it seems that he received the spear. I already knew that Alluti was involved. Naturally, it was not difficult to infer that he would have handed over the spear of Antis that he had. I made a n in my own way to monopolize various opportunities, but things went well and I was able to get everything. In that sense, go to his ship and bring me some spears. Its a trident, so itll stand out. My, why me? Im tired of fighting in the middle of it. Im sure, I heard that coconut crabs are in full bloom around this time of year. If you dip the soft meat in the melted internal sauce and eat it Oh, right. There is no such thing as a rice thief. Saliva dripped from Elises mouth. However, perhaps because he enjoyed his heyday, he did not easily give up his pride. I cant help it. I just have to be a little more generous. Youve worked hard, so Ill share some of my blood for the first time in a while. Didnt I say thats the best way to restore magic? ! Everything, go immediately! That promise, you must keep it. Contractor! It was my pride and everything flew away in one shot. Alice pped her wings violently and flew toward the shore. With this, he not only obtained the Spear of Antis, but also cleared the copy conditions for the two skills. [Copying condition: A rtionship that is dotted with a long and long bad rtionship. An enemy who has been harassing you so far deserves an end worthy of it. Give Nirasha both freedom and despair. If you do, you will be able to copy one of her unique abilities and skills.] [Copy condition: Even pirates have lines to keep. However, the Cops will ruthlessly drive even the most valuable of their subordinates to death for their own benefit. Tell the cops what the pirate rules are and what the price is. If you do, you will be able to copy one of his unique abilities and skills.] The two copy conditions have already been achieved. The selection of skills to copy has already beenpleted. Parts! A golden semicircle appeared on both Jinhyeoks hands. Spiral Chakram. Spiral Chakram is a skill that creates something out of nothing. You can handle Chakram, the trademark of the Cheonsei and Gandhara guilds, and the magic efficiency is optimized, so you wont fight without a weapon even when your mana is empty. Awesome! One rock was neatly cut. The taste is clean. It would be nice to hit the back of the head on an unwary enemy. It was a useful skill in many ways as it showed excellent performance in throwing and meleebat. Next Jinhyeoks gaze turned to another skill. Nine gallows. If there is an ability that is most simr to the lucky stat, it would be Cobbs skill. Even if you simply have it, it raises the potential of each skill like a passive, so this also has a high synergy with the existing abilities. There are more harvests than I thought. Chun Yu-seong and Wol-young were already in the process of wiping out the rest of the Pain Pirates and acquiring loot. Various gold and silver treasures as well as various types of items were obtained, so it felt like I had found a gold mine. What I liked most was not having to share all of this with the rest of the guild. Next is the turn to distribute the stats obtained through this upation war. Tring! Jinhyeok activated his personal status window. Name: Jinhyeok Kang Gender: Male Level: 165 Strength 109 Agility 121 Stamina 73 Magical Power 414 Gap 100 Luck 10 Adaptive 78 Spirit 112.55 Possessed Stat Points: 15 Possessed Coin: 14299570 upation: Ruler of Runes Unique Lance: Ring of Reverse Heaven Phase 2 8 Swamp Unique Abilities: Fusion Grave of Swords Blessing of the Stars Judgment of Anubis Blood Magic (Ѫħ), Mand (_), 1 second invincibility, Thousand Poison, White Beast, Sharing All Worlds, Sanctuary of the Sun, ck Heaven Demon King Heavenly Demon) Triple Magic Colossus Strike Fire Dragons Breath High-Speed Sword Tombgraves Right Arm Berserker Wind Realm Shadow yer me of the Beginning Blood Explosion ck Tears Tombgraves Bridge Supernatural God The Core of the Legion Ancient Barrier Heavenly Demon Mement La Taming, Nihilism, Destruction of Mankind, Red Earth Riding, Machine Lord, Geukjin Taekwondo, The Oath of the Dreamer It will switch to the Leave state. Befitting the word universal library, the stored abilities were splendid. 5 levels have risen. As expected, the experience gained as much as the hard work was no joke. It seemed to reflect the fact that the 29th floor boss, the Corps, was dealt with, and Rakshasha removed the avatarized Nirasha. Since my passive skills have increased, I need to invest my stats in magic. [Magic power increases from 414 to 429.] Okay. This is the end of all the fights on the pirate ind. To be precise, it was just ama before the confrontation. Originally, there should be a message saying that you can go to the next floor but that too has been dyed. [Currently, the assault on the 29th floor is not over.] As the apocalypse scenario urred, you had to deal with the Kraken to escape this floor. It is said that entering the stairs is free, but exiting is blocked. It wont be easy. I dont know if I can maintain the power of my heyday for more than an hour. Its a pity, but its impossible to defeat the Kraken even with the current universal sharing. It was because the event called Apocalypse was too much for even the upper powersposed of deities to handle. Then there is only one way left No matter how much you think about it. Slowly the time hase. The moment I thought so. Hyung! I found it! I finally got what Taemin Lee asked for. With a beautiful light blue shell. It is the thousand-year heartbeat. Chapter 425 Episode 425. Undersea city Antis (1) Millennium Conch. If I had to choose the most realistic way to go to Antis, I would definitely use this. Originally, there were a few things I needed to prepare, but once I got the spear of Antis, everything seemed to have been resolved. So, if you ask a question here, youll tell me how to do it? Chun Yuseong asked with suspicious eyes. Then, the mysterious millennial snail will answer anything. Its ridiculous. Its not even a kids joke. Uh huh. If you dont believe me, just ask. Chun Yoo-seong reluctantly opened his mouth at Jin-hyeoks continued urging. Tell me the way to Antis. OK. The thousand-year-old conch trembled. Only the noble and strong can go there. You cant. The protruding words were close to a dry mechanical sound. It was the kind of thing that just scratches peoples stomachs. What, what? Chun Yoo-seongs expression crumpled. Of course, it was absurd to say that a snail or something scattered on the shore was not virtuous right in the face. Puhaha! Eup I-I didntugh. Look. Its a serious expression. Only Jinhyeok, who was next to him, burst intoughter and tried to manage his expression. Awesome! Cheon Yoo-seong, biting his mrs, opened his mouth again. Tell me the way to Antis right now. No. Youre not qualified. Serung! Liuhua gave a warning. But just as he was about to swing his sword. [You will be penalized if you destroy the Millennial Conch.] A red message popped up in the way. If you ignore the red status message that you have experienced in the Tower of Trials so far, you must pay the price ordingly. Keugh! Chun Yuseong managed to insert the half-drawn sword. If its the words of a noble and strong Jim, I think Ill listen. Alice stepped forward confidently. Tell me. Where do the lowly fish live? The head of Ataraxia. One of the towers absolutes, possessing both honor and strength, gave the order. however. I dont know. The answer that came back was the same. still in a dull tone. Are you sayingyou dont even have enough luggage right now? Its a ce where little kids cant enter. Little kid? Yeah. A 7-year-old kid. He looks like hes got a tantrum, so he must have hit a bone. But, its true. Ahhhhhhhhhhhh! I dont want to ignore me, so its not enough to do this. Ellis, who had risen to the point of anger, ran wild. As expected. Thats why its cumbersome to deal with millennial snails. Its not that Im ignoring it at all, but it wasnt that I didnt give a proper answer either. Above all, I couldnt threaten to destroy it as long as there was a penalty. Unless you have something beyond the penalty. I looked at the spear of Antis that Jinhyeok had nted on the sandy beach. If it wasnt for this, I would have had a hard time collecting the ingredients. Although Wolyeong was digging through the interior of the ind, it was unclear how long it would take to find all the ingredients she wanted. Millennial Conch. Were not going to the mermaids to enve them or harm them. Rather, we want to help them. Jinhyeok came outst. So answer me. To stop the Kraken. For everyone on the floor to survive. This meeting must happen. You A mechanical sound came from the Millennium Conch. I cant because Im ugly. This bastard Jinhyeok managed to keep hisposure. The mouth is smiling, but the eyes are not. Ji, Jim thinks Contractors seem to belong to the very good-looking side I think the standard of beauty is a bit wrong. I agree with Millennial Conch. Youre manly. Yes. Hahaha. Oppa isnt the handsome guy style. Various reactions followed. Most of it was just hurtful words. okay. It seemed like it would be like this. Kumaya. mosquito! Eat it. Mogigi! Like a beast hunting its prey. The sweet potato jumped toward the thousand-year-old conch. If you eat me Oh dog. Misleading! The sweet potato mercilessly broke the shell and bit off the jewel inside. Then right at that moment. Tring! Tring! Tring! [Millennial Conch has been destroyed!] Red status windows covered the sky. The Millennium Conch is one of the spiritual beasts that a tribe considers sacred. Doing so was an act of turning the entire race into an enemy. * * * What are you doing? You said you needed the help of mermaids! Chun Yoo-seong eximed in surprise. I was going to do that too, but he scratches me hard, doesnt he? Even if I was obediently telling them the location, this would not have happened. Thousands of years, tens of thousands of years, I didnt have time to ask questions. And to be honest, werent you cool inside too? Calm down your twitching lips and say something. Because it looks like the thousand-year-old congestion has gone down. Big. Thats what they say. Rather than that, whats going on now? how it goes [The 29th floor mermaid races wrath is directed at the Dead Man Corporation!] This is how it works. bubbling. Bubbles rose all at once from the sea. Dozens, not one or two. Judging from the aura of magic, he must be quite angry. Immediately, dozens of mermaids appeared. Humans they cant cross the line anymore and theyre begging me to kill them! The beautiful mermaid burst into anger. The strong energy of the water attribute type was condensed in the arrows he was aiming at. At any moment, it seemed as if countless arrows would head towards the shore. If youre going to fight, tell me. Ill wipe it all out. Elise summoned a skewer. Lee Tae-min and Yoo Yeon-hwa were also ready to move at any time. but. No. Killing mermaids is out of the question. I dont know about the Millennial Conch, but if you harm a mermaid, a war will break out between the Ancient Man Corporation and the mermaid race. Of course, in order to stop it, you have to give them a reason to calm the mermaids anger. For example showing the queens spear that has been lost for a long time. hooked! Jinhyeok pulled out the spear of Antis that was stuck in the sand. !? Wait a minute. Stop shooting! The mermaid, who was about to give the order to attack, stopped on the spot. theres no way you wouldnt know How could I not know? The holy relic that made that glory possible in the distant past when mermaids ruled the 29th floor. Elise wants to regain the honor of the head of Ataraxia. Just like Cheon Yoo-seong wishing for a fucking 1st win. If you were to pick what you want most from mermaids, this spear would be at the top. Although it was a degraded version that was only for one use, it should be fine as long as you act well. Are you still going to attack? Uh, how you guys did that Isnt the acquisition process important right now? Besides, if you see this, wouldnt it be the order to lower the bow first? let go of the protests. Leader? Its an order! Ah, I see. At the words of the female mermaid, the rest of the mermaids softened their hostility. good. Now I can have a conversation like a conversation in afortable atmosphere. Its true that the first image started out badly, but if you misunderstand, lets gradually solve it. Are you going to dismiss the fact that you broke the millennium as a misunderstanding? This was the only way to get in touch with you guys as quickly as possible. Also, if we were to attack, you guys should go first. There was a mermaid who fired an arrow at us during the voyage. Thats because you guys could be the ones who took us as ves So. Thats a misunderstanding. I dont have any intention of going over every little thing in the past. Because what matters is the future, not the past. What do you want? I want to have an audience with the Queen. Thats too much talk. If you want to get a spear, youll have to do something unreasonable. Okay. Instead, the only one who can go is you. Contractor! That condition must be said no. When I was told that I had to go alone, Ellis immediately protested. Its okay. I was nning to go alone from the beginning anyway. You guys go to the guild No, go help Teresa-san. By now, the fleets of the allied guilds must be fighting fiercely against Gigant Dalos. The Gandhara guild, which was one of the strongest powers, is not able to properly help because it is fighting Casey Jude Law. Much more, now that Nirasha had died, the organizational power would havepletely disintegrated. Are you sure youll be okay? Dont worry. Ill be back before the Krakenes out. Jinhyuk smiled brightly. * * * Boggle! Bubbles of bubbles enveloped a huge chariot pulled by a pair of seahorses. Humans will have a hard time breathing in the water, so you can get on here. They are very difficult to handle, so stay calm behind them Jinhyeok stood on the chariot and pulled the reins. so used to it The seahorses moved left and right in line with Jinhyeoks touch. It was the first time even mermaids to see them showing off their whole body and acting cute. The mermaids opened their mouths in a daze. Communicating with Mentra Taming Above all, I didnt know that I had mastered all the vehicles in the Tower of Trials, so of course I was dumbfounded. Thats how Jinhyeok and the mermaids started moving. rapidly changing vision. Moving at high speed, seahorses headed deeper and deeper into the ocean. After about 30 minutes, a mermaid, who is the leader, started talking to me. It doesnt seem like an ordinary human being, but it seems surprisingly flimsy. Hmm. Are you saying Imx? Yes. If this is all a trap, what are you going to do if youre not going to Antis, but somewhere in the depths? We could kill you here and just retrieve the spear. Well, thats one way. If its possible between you. Jinhyeok released some of his magic. Parts Grave of Swords and Blood Magic. An unspeakable life sprang up. It is a dark and ominous magic that has never been encountered before. In an instant, the atmosphere froze. The mermaids, who tried to gain the upper hand by floating, couldnt even breathe properly. It seems like it scared me too much. Jinhyeok changed the atmosphere and the topic. I dont want to fight, so you dont have to be afraid. By the way, I kept not knowing the name. Its called Lepitia and Drakaonmia the Artanmir. Something unnecessarily long and wordy came out. Are all mermaid names that long? An expression of nobility. Because you need a proper modifier to do it. Then, the queens name? Yes. Matamettio Le Padium Driaca Masiastyrs VII. Wow This is getting more and more spectacle. How on earth do you remember all of that? Im sure youre a genius on the level of natural genius. No matter how many times you listen to it, youll forget it. Its hard to remember because its too long, so can we change it a bit in our own way? Humans find it difficult to call us. If you do, what name do you n to call it? Even if you hear it just once, it gets stuck in your mind A name that can bring out the characteristics of a mermaid. Something shed through Jin-hyeoks mind like lightning. Chapter 426 Episode 426. The Undersea City Antis (2) The contents of Eye of Gluttony. [Personal Info] Name: Lepitia and Drakaonmia Te Artanmir Level: 85 Inherent ability: Will of the ocean current (species limited ability) Skill: Seahorse Training Lv15 All-in-one Command Lv15 Multi Shot Lv14 Sea Sacred Spear Lv14. Copy Conditions: Mermaids trust in humans is currently crawling on the floor. There are a few things you have to do to earn their trust. 1. Name at least three mermaids (but they must like and use the name) 2. Hand over the window of Antis (headwater). 3. Return the 29th floor to its true owner. Race-specific abilities. All mermaids have the same unique ability, but the will of the ocean current boasts unimaginable efficiency in the sea. There are three conditions attached, but I have to get it somehow. Not only on the 29th floor, but also on the upper floors, there are often cases where you have to fight underwater. Having this ability then or not will make a huge difference. First, Ill have to start bying up with a proper name. Naming a name is not an easy task. Especially if both sides are satisfied. It must be an area only allowed to those who are overflowing with amazing senses and brilliant ideas. Jinhyuk slowly opened his mouth. How about salmon sushi? Earth fish that dont exist on the 29th floor. Exactly, there was a simr kind, but the name was different. If this is the case, I will never forget anything. Lepitia with scarlet hair wearing white armor like rice, and salmon sushi matched so well. What is salmon sushi? Its a name held up in our side of the world. Its very popr. Hoh. Is that so? Thats a name I like quite a bit. If so, does Her Majesty the Queen have human names too? hmm. The name of the queen Tuna sushi. Remember, the queens of Antis have had pink hair for generations. The word sushi oveps I guess it means something. Thats a kind of title. You just have to know that its given only to people recognized by humans. Looking at it earlier, your skill atmanding your subordinates isnt normal, right? Keuheum! Well, its because our mermaids have been training so rigorously since we were young. Its more of an honor than that. A title like Her Majestys Queen Lepitia, no, Salmon Sushi nodded her head as if satisfied. This softened the mood a bit. Since it was recognized by a strong yer with extremely strong power, I cant help but shrug my shoulders even as salmon sushi. Besides The fact that he has our own holy relics and the way he handles seahorses so freely hes by no means an ordinary human being. A legend that has been recorded and handed down in literature. There is a content that a heroposed of a mixed blood of a mermaid and a human will appear and save Antis at the moment of crisis. The mermaids were holding on and holding on, relying on only that hope, saying that someone who would change their lives, who had been enved to pirates for hundreds of years, would surely appear. The green pupil narrowed. The strength I showed you a moment ago Undoubtedly. The main character recorded in the literature is that man. And looking at the salmon sushi, Jinhyeok clicked his tongue inwardly. Its not something that could be misunderstood. Its not unreasonable for them to think that way. A warrior, not exactly a returner. Among the residents born in the Tower of Trials, it refers to those who went to another dimension and came back. What is in the literature is probably a record of the asional returnees floating on the stairs rescuing the persecuted. Because most of the returnees were closer to the good hearted side. Especially if its him. The one who came here is the returnee, Medray. He must be on the 30th floor now, but he destroyed a kingdom here in the past and saved all the mermaids there. In the end, thanks to him, things got easier. Then, I will guide you. The group started moving quickly again. how long has it been like that? After moving for a long time, Jinhyuk and the mermaids were finally able to reach their destination. [Enter the Hidden ce Undersea City Antis!] Spectacr unfolding in the deep sea. Even though it had obviously descended several kilometers, the sunlight was still shining inside. I heard that unusual bacteria live there, but its really strange. Jinhyuk let out a small exmation. As the saying goes, Antis had a scenery that was as beautiful as, or even more beautiful than, that of the great cities on earth. The guard guarding the entrance quickly bowed. Ive already heard the story of the spear of Antis. An Lepitia From now on, call it Salmon Sushi. yes? This is the name given by the warrior who brought the spear. Hero? Behind the guard, I saw Jinhyeok skillfully driving a hippocampus. Is that really? Im not sure, but there are a lot of things that fit. At least Im not talking nonsense. Thats right. The guards expressions hardened even more. If your opponent is truly a hero, you cant disrespect him just because hes a human. Okay. Let me guide you right away. Her Majesty the Queen is waiting for you. * * * Pirs lined up left and right. A beautiful mermaid with pink hair sat on arge, magnificent throne. In terms of human age, he looked like he was in his early 20s no matter how much he looked at it. And on the left and right, there were the bodyguards wearing armor. Jinhyeok followed Salmon Sushis guidance and went inside. Ohhh is the author the hero? They said that the human also wiped out the Pain Pirates. What our entire army couldnt do. What a hero. Hes an idiot who broke the holy millennium snare. The spear must have been up to something. It doesnt even make sense that it had disappeared for so long and appeared out of nowhere. The reactions were mixed. It was a small voice, like a whisper, but all of those words reached Jinhyeoks ears. Wee to Antis. It took a lot of hard work toe this far. A jade-like voice rang out. All eyes turned to the queen. No. Thanks to that, my eyes are good. Ah, my name is Kang Jin-hyeok. Jinhyuk put his index and middle fingers on his left chest and bowed his head briefly. It was an action that did not vite the etiquette of mermaids. Humans set the example of the imperial family What the hell happened? Once again there wasmotion inside. As you may have noticed, opinions about Kang Jin-hyeok differ. He killed Yeong-soo, whom we consider sacred, but he also possesses the holy relics of Antis. Of course, I heard the reason why he did so. Did you say you wanted to meet me? Yes. As mermaids sensitive to the sea must have felt, an ancient creature is currently awakening on this floor. The Kraken, a disaster that cannot even bepared to Gigant Dalos. I know about that. But the Kraken are after the creatures of the sea, not us. Numerous pirates and kingdoms upying the 29th floor. Predating them would be a priority. Above all, mermaids who move swiftly by interacting with the sea were not attractive prey to the Kraken. After all, it means that it is far behind the priorities. But if theyre all dead, have you thought about what happens after that? It mayst for months or years, but one day youll pay for your inaction. Unless all life on these floors is dead, its never going to stop. Because it will. The queens lips were tightly closed. Yes. Its just a time difference. Antis, too, could not be a safe stronghold forever. Even if it is not the era of the current queen, the queen of the future will have to endure the pain of ruin. So, are you saying that by joining hands with you, we can drive out that demon? To save the species at the moment of crisis. Isnt that the meaning of being a hero? Jinhyeok dered himself a warrior without changing his expression. It is a bonus that I purposely put a lot of strength on my shoulders and inted my chest. Ah. At times like this, if it was Chun Yoo-seong or Teresa, she would have had a rxed smile. I cant do it because if I do it, Ill be ridiculed for some reason. If youre really a hero, you might be able to deal with the Kraken. If youre really a hero. Questions mixed with doubt. this is thest test Is there any solid evidence that can put all suspicions to rest at once? And to that question Ugh! Jinhyeok silently opened the subspace inventory. What came out of there was a bracelet with a unique pattern engraved on it. A Returners Bracelet obtained from the Kunlunpas treasure house. It was one of the holy relics left by Medray. I-I really am Its the same as Medray-samas relic This time, an exmation close to amazement erupted. A distinctive pattern left in the literature. Its something you would never know unless you were a mermaid. Making counterfeits in advance was also impossible. Really. The Queen also nodded as if she agreed with everything. If a hero really appeared, there would be no reason to hesitate. We will follow the decision of the hero. We will also help the hero to fight the Kraken. Finally the Queen made her decision. Hey, Her Majesty the Queen! that! Suddenly, a voice of opposition came out. Ive already made a decision. Ministers, please concentrate on preparing for war. An order once issued cannot be overturned. All the more so if the justification for the appearance of a hero seeding Medray was established. The Principal and the 9 gallows seem to have been very helpful. A smirk crept across Jinhyeoks lips. Since the support of the mermaid race was promised, the probability increased considerably with this. But just then step. The Queen added an unexpected condition. Besides returning the spear of Antis, there is something the hero has to do. You have Lord Medrays relics, so Kang Jin-hyeok must know, right? Now that I think about it It seems that there was something more in the literature I read before. C A warrior must leave behind a descendant. To prevent another danger toeter. A hybrid of a mermaid and a human. It was all because of this that the queen had been overly friendly in the first ce. Because at the point where it is certain that you are a hero, you will no longer be strangers. at the same time. Burr The Ring of Braham on my finger trembled violently. Alice, who secretly hid in the ring and came to Antis with her, is enraged. To the extent that all the seals were broken, the emotion was transmitted without filtering. Hero? Will you ept our terms? Jinhyeok swallowed dry saliva. Cold sweat running down your cheeks. This is a little tricky. A lot of it too. Chapter 427 Episode 427. A Saints Duty (1) Exciting! pounding! pounding! My heart was beating fast. It is not because I have met a deity who resides in the upper levels. It wasnt because I had one of the ancient dragons right in front of me. Even when he was besieged by the Primeval Gods, he did not feel so much pressure. Are you Kang Jin-hyeoks hero? The damn tuna sushi kept pressing. Burr! The vampire little queen in the ring also raged even more violently. It would be morefortable to fight the Kraken. If you give in to one of the demands, you will not be able to afford the other. Still, the option to stay still carried the risk of losing both sides. In a situation of dilemma. Jinhyuk slowly opened his mouth. If I am judged to be qualified as a true warrior At that time, as the Queen said, I will follow the mermaids rules. I need to buy time right now. Even the queen who was about to get married under such a ridiculousw seemed insane, but I wouldnt ask for an annexation right away. Youre even humble. Fortunately, the Queen took the words as an affirmation. I thought humans were a species that was faithful to their desires Are you saying that your duty as a hero is more important than His Majestys kindness? Not all humans are bad. It makes me look back at myself who had doubts. As expected, it is an example of a hero. Amotion arose among the ministers as well. This is a life-and-death matter, but it seems to be epting it in apletely different way. Still, the situation on the mermaid side was somehow manageable. The problem is [The Ring of Braham is forcibly released!] The other side was not convinced. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! A red aura hovered within Antis. Ellis, who had gathered all the mana she hadnt had, was manifested in her original size. This, this What are these sea anemone-like people saying who leaves an heir with whom! Ill turn them all into bean worms! Elise started to run wild. Bae, vampire? Its a high-ranking entity! No, how could a pureblood get here? The SS immediately drew their weapons. As various magics ovepped, the inside turned into a mess in an instant. Of course, the topmost suspicion fell on Jinhyeok. No way, the hero . If it goes like this, it will look like a righteous hero holding hands with a vicious vampire. Of course, the support of the mermaids will also go across the water. It just has to be blocked. Jinhyeok took out Barnard with a determined expression on his face. It was a bonus to activate the Blessing of the Star, which had a soft light. Is this your first vampire? The management of expressions and outstanding acting skills that have been trained through countless real battles. The point is to tilt your head about 7 degrees. Even the warrior didnt know. Yes. Uh. Summer mosquitoes are vicious, but I never thought theyde into the sea. Get rid of them quickly. Youll disrespect a good ce. [Magical power is limited.] Jinhyeok cut off all the magical power given to Alice. huh? hug! Alices body became smaller. Even the wicked vampire must have been frightened in front of the warrior! Chase right away! Wow! The brave soldiers rushed in. Kyaaaaaa! Elise started to run away through the pirs. Then, support is promised. Yes. We will gather the best warriors we have. To be honest, Im afraid of the aftermath of Ellis that willeter. Well lets leave it to our future self. Jinhyeok tried to ignore Alices cries of sorrow and anger. * * * Pududeuk . Watching the Pain Pirates turn into a mess from the sky, Alluti couldnt stand the anger and smashed things in the cabin at random. Shit! Jjiik! Uaaaa! This is, what the hell! How! How did it happen! Why! What the hell! The expensive-looking pottery and the antique wooden table have turned into rags. But just then Whoops! Inside the cabin, a gate with a green glow appeared. This magical power No way? An earthquake urred in Allutis pupil. Undoubtedly. A senior manager ising here. Jerk. Right away. A person appeared who revealed the ufortable nting as it is. Hasting, a senior manager with the appearance of a goblin. It was the end of the chain ofmand that directed this work. Shoot! Snap! Oh, are you here? Alluti. yes! Obviously, I gave you a lot of support. Not only did I connect the Guild of Gandhara, which is supported by thousands of people, but also the Pain Pirates and the Spear of Antis. If there is anything wrong with what I said, please point it out. Oh, no. Of course not. Its all true. But Hastings snapped his fingers. Then the pottery shards that had fallen on the floor came to mind. How stupid you handled your work. You couldnt even stop the opponent! Puffer Puck! The debris made the wall on which Alluti was standing into rags. Im sorry! Im sorry! Im going to die No, theres no need to be sorry. Fortunately, you, like a bug, still have a role to y. Cuckoo coo! The floor of the cabin began to disappear. The endless expanse of the Great Sea. And beneath the surface of the water, there was an unfathomable shadow. Chik! Kuk, Kraken!? No way Yes. To finish him off before he messes around again, well have to speed up the apocalypse. You guys will be the sacrifices for the Krakens resurrection. Patter! Dozens of hamsters started their free fall. Keep it off! Squeak squeak! with a plop! with a plop! A wave arose on the calm surface of the water. Its about to wake up atst. An end that can destroy a floor. * * * Kurrung Quaang! The sky slowly turns ck. The sea really reminded me of the night before the storm. Its almost done. Push just a little more! The captains of each guild leading thebined fleet shouted at their throats. Its been over 5 hours since I fought Gigant Dalos. The long fight finally came to an end. Thanks to pushing with all his might, he was able to win little by little. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Kwaaang. Various magics flew dizzy. Keeeee! Huge mes erupted from Gigant Dalos body. Its astonishing that even after hours of exhaustion, they still run wild. It was on the edge because of those bloody murderous twins. How many ships have sunk? One of the reasons that made the battle difficult was that Marias European side and the enemy guild led by Oh Ji-won had left the front line. The middle-aged man gritted his mrs. Rotain Pelliani of the Knights of the Holy Cross. He was one of the Holy Knights under the direct control of the Vatican, and through this raid, he intended to imprint the name of the Knights of the Holy Cross in each country. Its fortunate that Theresa is doing better than expected. After all, its the best card to use in moderation. In addition, the support of the deities belonging to Eden was promised. This is a situation that cannot go wrong. But just then Whoa! A strange sound prated my ears. Something just Rotane walked over to the ledge. It was clear that a voice like the howling of an animal could be heard from the sea. Although it was in the middle of a fierce battle, the strange sense of difort that stimted the skin rather told us that this side was more urgent. The deputy knightmander? Is there a problem? The pdins who were next to them approached. You guys cant feel this right now Huh? Doubt turned to astonishment. Cuckoo Cuckoo! I thought I could see a huge shadow under the surface of the water Kwaaaaang! Immediately, a huge amount of water spray gushed out. Goooooo! The octopus, whose size is difficult to measure, immediately entrapped Gigant Dalos. Keeeee! Keeek! Gigant Dalos, who ran so wildly, disappeared under the waves without even being able to resist properly. Crunchy! Kwadeuk! In an instant, the sea turned red. What happened in less than 10 seconds. Whoa! What is that? Hey, its the Kraken! Shouts erupted from the fleet. A mythical monster youve never encountered before. Up until now, I have never encountered a monster outside of the standard even in raids that have been rolling from the tower and catching various bosses. to fight? Such options should be discarded. Instinct was screaming madly. that you have to run away right now. But is it possible like the heart? If they rushed at that speed, even if they ran away, it was questionable whether 3% of them would be able to reach thend alive. scapegoat. Yes. We need someone to pull the time until all the fleets are back. Furthermore, it would be best if the value of the Knights of the Holy Cross could increase through that persons sacrifice. The worry didntst long. Call Theresa. Rotain gave the order. * * * The sea where everyone left. Only one ship was floating alone on the ocean. Youre stupid. Are you really going to die? Another personality spoke. But Teresa didnt answer. He just looks forward with a resigned expression. If I dont stay, thousands of people will all die. You have to buy time. A time when everyone can run away. And the Zion Guild and the Knights of the Holy Cross decided to move. The descent of the Archangel. If he could achieve that, even if the target was a Kraken, he would be able to create a good chance. To believe such a ridiculous promise. Sunding. Youre the most stupid person Ive ever seen. Do you know? huh. I think so too. Theresa smiled weakly. Parr. Her white armor trembled thinly. She couldnt keep herposure in the face of approaching death. Kuku-kuku! The mere movement of the water is enough to cause a tsunami. The Kraken It was about 10 meters ahead. Just then. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! The sea split. A huge bridge soared as if to cover the sky. Its size far exceededmon sense, as if dozens of towers had been built. Suckers the size of houses squirmed and squirmed. Ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh! My eardrums are about to tear. But Teresa managed to keep her bnce and opened the subspace. What appeared was a pure white g. A castle held by one of the towers heroes. It was a relic. [The relic will be unlocked!] Along with the dazzling light, the memory of a hero permeated Teresas body. Joan of Arc, the saintess of national salvation. An ordinary girl born in a rural vige one day I suddenly received a revtion from an angel. No one can tell whether it is true or not. Probably it must be false. Rather than an angel appearing out of nowhere, the theory that it was an anecdote created by high-ranking aristocrats for new hope was more convincing. However, the girl Believed. At least she herself received an angelic revtion. Whether it was true or made up, Joan of Arc became the center of victory and recovered the stolen territory. A nameless girl in the countryside saved a country from copse. However, this story The end of < < > is not a happy ending. Because a saint who became more popr than the king was only a danger at the end of the war. In the end, the hero who saved the country became a mere pagan. Such Its a terrible story . The memory continues.] The scene changes. I see a high pile of firewood. I see a girl tied up. The girl is no longer a saint. The girl is no longer a hero. She is just a weak human on the brink of death. Still Even so, the girl kept her life as a saint until the very end, and thats why she was called by the stars. [The hero Saint of National Salvation seeks permission for the special ability All Body.] Therefore, Blessing of the Stars is a kind of curse. The divine power based on the sacrifice of the caster will eventually burn even himself. All that remains is to ask if the person bearing the saintess name will make the same choice again. To that question Ill ept it. Teresa released her magic. [Goyuseongchang (})] There was no worry. Even before the Tower of Trials appeared. And after the Tower appeared. Because the wish for everyone around you to be happy hasnt changed. [White me activates!] Roaring! Holy Fire. A dazzling white me began to fill the surroundings. Chapter 428 Episode 428. A Saints Duty (2) The darkness lifts. A ray of light shining through the dark clouds. Even the rough waves calmed down. Cuckoo Cuckoo! The magic power that burned itself was iparable to anything else in its purity. thud! Teresa erected the Standard of Joan of Arc. [Hero-limited skill Miracle of Orlans is activated!] [The defense of the ship increases by 1000% ording to the power of Mercury! (10 minutes)] [Magic resistance increases by 100% and morale increases by 200% (10 minutes)] A golden barrier spread over the ship. The will to never back down no matter what happens. I wont let you pass this ce. Like a lonely lighthouse against the storm. Thest saintess stepped forward to fulfill that responsibility. Koooooo! The Kraken let out a wild roar. A buzzing atmosphere. The white light and holy energy seemed to bother her, and her legs fell to the surface of the water. Wow! A tremendous shock hit the barrier. A crack along the wall. As a symbol of the apocalypse, even simple attacks had different specifications. but. Theresa withstood the blow. The ship was greatly shaken, but nothing was broken. Of course, Kraken couldnt help but dislike the rebellion of the small creatures. Kukukukuku In an instant, numerous legs wrapped around the ship. It is because of the idea of sinking the whole thing with light force. Right then. Took. Theresa moved forward. Theresa kicked off the boat and climbed onto the Krakens leg, quickly swinging her sword. The subtle divine power that burns along the de. Puffer Puck! Several lines of scars appeared on the leg. Although the Kraken had excellent defense, it was difficult topletely block Teresas attack, which had activated White me. A long stream of blood gushed out. Theresa leaped toward the other leg with a slight movement. fast. It was because it moved, leaving an afterimage before the legs grabbed it. fault! [Lv19 Holy Ho is activated!] [Lv24 Holy Ho is activated!] Two energy formed on the sword. The names of Teresa and Joan of Arc merged into one. A pair of golden crosses appeared. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Gaaaa! One of the Krakens legs turned into a hive. The wounds touched by divine power deteriorated even faster. The Kraken twisted. A scream full of rage. Its not because the damage was great. That a human who thought he was less than a bug inflicted a small wound on himself. The fact itself touched the nting. crush and kill in an instant Quadduk! The sole of the boat was shattered in one blow. It was impossible to protect the ship even with Orlans miraculous barrier and various magic. [The deities of Eden are silent.] Despite repeated shouts, Eden did not respond to Teresas call. The reason is unknown. For whatever reason, the angels were silent. Theresa tried hard to make up her mind. doesnt care. In the first ce, the purpose is to turn off time. I didnt even think about winning against this monster. All thats left now is to use the fragments as much as possible to get away and catch the Krakens gaze. Theresa bnced on the rubble. e. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Beneath the surface, he could see the Krakens legs moving. Each one was of ridiculous size,parable to a building. I felt like my whole body would freeze in fear. fault! It moves though. Believe in Joan of Arcs protection and the ability of the white me. You must struggle until the end. Because that was the only way he could do it. * * * A saint thats definitely annoying. Hastings, who was watching everything from above, kept biting his nails. We have to wipe out the humans right now and block the small variables Theresa was ruining the n. Of course, being recognized by Joan of Arc, which even the gods and administrators couldnt deal with, was one of the causes that added to the stress. Abination of a idiot who seeds in a troublemaker who is obsessed with heroism and sacrificing spirit Now that every minute and every second is important, I couldnt help but feel annoyed. furthermore. Jin-hyeok, whose whereabouts were unknown, was equally anxious. At the point where the Kraken appeared, the result would not change no matter what method was used but why? Why is my mind not stable? I thought I would definitely take a leisurely look around. I couldnt possibly sit still. This is because it was none other than Jin-hyeok who destroyed countless ns so far. Damn it, if only Tamia hadnt been stranded I wouldnt have had to push myself like this. Ancient dragon bones. It is a trumpet material obtained and prepared with Tamia and Exension. If this was properlypleted as a weapon, it would be the strongest card capable of killing opponents. However, the n was disrupted because the dragons of the upper echelons, including Tamia, were engulfed in a conflict. It is because factions began to divide over the sessor position as the ancient dragons and elders intervened. atst. For a while, it was difficult to move recklessly. Tok Tok Hastings tapped the windowpane with his finger, nervously. Now that this has happened, everything should be finished well with Kraken. The current point in time when the primeval beings are upset due to sessive failures. Any more pods should be prevented from being caught. How did Ie this far I cant do that. A single human being cant bring down a tower thats been built over a thousand years. You may even be stripped of themand of a senior manager. In the worst case, even your life As soon as you thought that, you felt a cold chill run through your body. * * * Kwaaang! Aagh! Teresas body rose into the air with a violent spray. Ive been running as far as I can, but thats it. Haa haa Breathing hard. Joan of Arcs g also lost its original luster. Still I bought quite a lot of time. At this rate, most of the fleet would have gotten out to a safe ce. -Are you okay? Another personality speaks. Its okay. This is enough Theres no way itll be okay. How can you be all right? But now everything is toote. The bridges soaring high into the sky were poised to crush everything on the sea at any moment. Theresa bowed her head resignedly. Whoops! The legs fell simultaneously. But just then Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! A spectacr explosion urred. Koooooo! A moan of apletely different kind came from the Kraken. No way support came? An earthquake shook Teresas pupils. No way. I have already confirmed that everyone has fled to the other side. Ive lived to the fullest, so where would anyone dare toe back to the limbs? But the other side It doesnt make any more sense. I threw it away coldly. Saying we cant be together anymore He treated me so coldly in front of everyone, but there was no way he woulde. anyway. Maybe Theresa slowly raised her head. Jinhyuk was standing there. Why? I really had to ask that. Because I didnt understand it at all. Mypany cant go out on its own until I resign. Well, aside from that, there is also a rtionship with Teresa since she went to the corridor. Employee safety is one of the most important things as apany representative. Above all, I am able to copy the White me, a unique sacred spear obtained due to my high bond with Joan of Arc I can never make it fall victim to the lesser Knights of the Holy Cross or the rest of therge guilds. Of course, I cant say such things openly, so it would be best to mix in appropriatements here. A smile appeared to form on Jinhyuks lips. Lets be a little more diligent here. Theresa doesnt have to be in charge of everything. The utopia of having to save everything is just an utopia. Its impossible in reality, so its just called utopia. Above all, if you have to sacrifice yourself What happiness and meaning will there be in that life? It was a short word, but the meaning of the words was by no means light. At least that was the case with the saintess. A little Theresas eyes reddened. Can I put it down? overwhelming sense of pressure. Just like you saved Amsterdam. Just like we had to save Europe from the lich. It was too much for me to have to save people from all dangers in the future. You can put it down. At least in front of us. Its not a story about throwing everything away. Theresas nature made it absolutely impossible. Even if they are forced to abandon others, they will live with regret and suffering for the rest of their lives. I just I just want to help with that burden a little bit. How dare you touch our temple on the subject of an octopus. Whether its Apocalypse or Nabal, you should tell them how stupid this is, dont you? At Jinhyeoks words, everyone on the boat spat out one word at a time. Bar, it wouldnt be bad to leave a debt to the foolish saintess. Elise pursed her lips as if her anger hadnt gone away yet. Damn it. You talk a lot in front of a guy like that. Chun Youseong drew his sword. Give me orders, my lord. Wolyeong was also ready to jump on the boat at any time. Its finally starting. The final raid that will decide the sess or failure of the 29th floor. Parts! Mooogiii! Starting with the sweet potatos breath, the Goinmul Corporations attack began. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! A tremendous magical storm struck the Krakens face. It was so powerful that even the Kraken could not help but be shocked. What followed was white phosphorus bombs dropped by Lee Tae-mins drones. Chunk! Chunk! kwakkwak! A me that burns even in water. In the blink of an eye, thick steam rose over the sea. Ill get out of here for now. A gap earned by colleagues. Holding Teresa, Jinhyeok quickly flew toward the White Pearl. Jinhyeok, who lightly stepped on the debris and elerated, reached the ship that was over 100m away. thank you. Theresa smiled weakly. It was a smile that seemed like it would break at any moment. Things arent very good either. It was because she used Jeanne dArcs White me forcibly, consuming too much life force. If I continue like this I will lose my life. It was then. [Some deities of Eden reveal their presence!] As if waiting, the status window appeared. Angels who had been silent even when Teresa had been in a situation of death appeared. Chapter 429 Episode 429. The duty of a saintess (3) Jeezerit. This feeling not the moderate angels that Gabriel belongs to. It was because the status window showed mana with a lot of sly murder. [The divinity of Eden tells you to ept their offer if you want to save the saintess.] As expected I knew it would be like this. Ever since Teresa was chosen and passed on as an apostle of Eden. They must have been drawing these pictures. On the outside, he acted as if he had neglected Teresa for Edens unique self-sacrifice, but in reality it waspletely different from that. It must be a n to use Teresas sacrificial spirit to drive her into a corner and strike a deal with me who came to save it. but well Will it be like your heart? say it. Jinhyuk pretended not to know and opened his mouth. [The godhead Wings to Establish Truth demands Abrahams Obedience. In return, I promise to guarantee Teresas life.] The wings that establish the truth are Uriels nickname. And Abrahams Obedience is a contract in which he swears to put the most precious thing he has on the judgment seat, just as Abraham offered Isaac as a sacrifice in the past. If I break the contract or disobey the will of Eden, the target will be burned immediately. In a word, it means to wear eternal shackles. It also meant betraying Gabriel and sticking to them. No no. Its because of me Theresa shook her head vigorously. Even if it meant dying, I could feel the will to never be a burden. However, Jinhyeok lightly rejected Teresas dissuade. Dont worry. The things Teresa is worried about wont happen. And well be sure to save Theresa too. There is no option here to lose Teresa. [Copy Terms: Teresa has always lived for others. The belief that one can sacrifice oneself at any time. If Teresa abandons the Knights of the Holy Cross and chooses the Old Man Corporation, she will be able to copy one of her unique holy spears and skills. ] increases by an additional 10%.] Although Teresa is active as an honorary member of the Dead Man Corporation, its roots lie in the Empires Holy Kingdom, Eden, and the Knights of the Holy Cross. It was because he could not betray the interests of the Rosenberg family and his personal convictions. The copy condition is to break all those shackles. It was a goal that had to be achieved in order to copy Teresas second ability. Its good up there. Its worth doing enough to get there. Just onest additional condition took a little bit. I dont think its going to be easy toe over if that troublesome mess is too long Jinhyeok licked his lips bitterly. What conditions will you put up? To be honest, I had no idea. [The godhead Wings to Establish the Truth once again asks if you will ept the offer.] First of all, saving lives. For other people, this contract, which has absolute judgment effects, would be the worst Its different if I know the loopholes in the contract. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth went up subtly. Ill ept it. I nodded and a beautiful angel statue appeared in front of me. A being with the ability to materialize and subordinate all items and abilities. He was a mid-level manager prepared in Eden for fair trade. Whoops! [The contract was concluded under the mediation of the mid-level manager Acapel.] [yer Teresas health is restored.] The white me on the angels left once again zed with brilliance. At the same time, Theresas rough breathing subsided. however. [Due to Abrahams obedience, the privilege for first xx xxxx will be judged.] The purple document that appeared to the right of the angel was strange. Broken text. Distorted and distorted appearance. It is a kind that cannot be grasped even with the authority of Eden. Of course, it was unexpected for Uriel. I dont know what kind of value this ability is, because I cant fathom its value as a sacrifice. [The godhead Wings to Establish the Truth shouts, What kind of joke are you ying right now!] Why? You said you were offering the most precious thing as a sacrifice? This is the most precious ability I have. Jinhyeok shrugged his shoulders and added a word. Actually, Acapel also doesnt stop at all, right? [The divine character Wings to Establish the Truth shouts that it cannot ept something that does not even know its identity as a sacrifice.] Well, isnt it yourck of ability that you dont know what this is? How long have you been ying on the clouds? I know. Ah! I can understand if the fat on the boat has gone up to the eyeballs, but As soon as he finished speaking, the purple document was engulfed in mes. It was decided to destroy the sacrifices that had been brought to the judgment seat. However, even as he watched the fierce mes, Jinhyeoks expression did not change at all. Rather, he was smiling faintly. Im trying. cant be destroyed Because the privilege for the first conqueror of the tower was out of line for everyone currently residing in the tower. I was going to use it for trading, but its a bit unfortunate that it was used this way, but well. Still, it wasnt so bad that he was able to save Teresa. No matter what kind of deal it was, it couldnt have been more efficient than obtaining the white me. In the end, the indestructible abilitypletely lost its value as a sacrifice. [The divine Wings to Establish the Truth run amok!] It was as if I could see the angel of protection who had gone mad with rage. However, there was no time to pay attention to Uriel, who was wounded in his heart. Before I knew it, a small boat approached the side of the White Pearl. Standing above them were two blonde siblings. Hello brother? How are you? It was really fun before, but where did you go? You suddenly disappeared and missed the good view. Casey and Jude Law. The two twins grinned as they held helberds and battle hammers. I had a few things to do. Did you finish what you were told to do? Like I said, I wiped everything out. Yeah. Even if its just limbs, you must have cut off more than a hundred? Seeing that the small boat had turned bloody, it must have gone wild quite a bit. It was so severe that the remnants of the Gandhara guild could never attack again. Anyway, with this, the first card to use is ready. Its going to be a little trickier this time than before. Its a giant octopus hunt. It looks like it. But there are many ces to cut, so I wont be bored. Giggle! It would be nice if octopuses could feel pain as well as humans. Right, oppa? Dont rx, be nervous. Goes. A huge magic circle appeared from Jinhyeoks hands. at the same time. Countless stars poured out their light along the sky. Whoops! Constetions floating in the night sky. [The barrier The Zodiacs Twelve Pces] I could see starlight and starlight continuing along the surface of the water. beautiful. Even the scourge of the Roaring Apocalypse. Enough to forget the sea that was thickly stained with the blood of sea dragons. And in that light, a new world finally emerged. [Gemini unfolds!] Among the 12 constetions, there is only one constetion with limited activation conditions. Gemini. Literally, it is a special barrier that boasts extreme efficiency only for twins who are connected by blood. Oh oh? Hey. This is amazing. Is it your brothers ability? Huh? Jude Law and Casey looked at the blue energy flowing through their bodies as if they were curious. Attack power and defense power, as well as movement speed and existing unique abilities were strengthened. A body that is iparably lighter than before. Now, it seemed like I could have fun fighting no matter who the opponent was. * * * Koooooo! The Kraken growled lowly at the changed vision. Although I have to wipe out the flying insects right now and eat whatever life is on the stairs. Why dont the annoying guys keep interrupting me? But it doesnt matter . No matter how desperately they try, theyre just prey. Even a light movement could turn it into a clot of blood. Cuckoo! Huge legs swept across the water. Like a tsunamiing. Waves as high as 50m hit the bridge as it passed. Hold tight, everyone! Lee Tae-min yelled at his throat to burst. When the evasive maneuver was executed, the ship turned sharply. It started a high-speed voyage toward the point where the tsunami ended. Perong! Puffup! Cannons fired from the side guns. HE shells hit the Krakens body. It was a relentless bombardment that reminded me of a scene in a movie. However, despite its massive firepower, it did not do any real damage. It was because the minor wounds on Krakens body healed so quickly. Right then. Gemini-enhanced Casey and Jude Law made the move. Two people who jumped over 20m waves cut off the Krakens body. Perpuck! The heavy helberds and hammers dug into the flesh. C Annoying flying insects. Stupid and annoying, like a moth jumping into a fire. The Kraken twisted lightly. Quadduk! The two twins, entangled in the suckers, were torn apart. The shape was also difficult to recognize, so there was no need to say that it was an instant death. however. Kick Kick! This really is a perfect fit for us. Casey and Jude Law, who should have been dead, staggered to their feet. Negative Power. The protection of Gemini, who denies even death, made it possible to fight forever as long as the barrier is maintained. like a zombie Casey climbed on the Krakens leg and dug further in. Quaang! Quadduk! Do more. Do more. Do more. Kyahaha! His blood is red too? Its very red. hit while hitting Even if you die ten times, if you can only deal damage once, thats enough. A terrible pain crept into their brains, but the two of them were already on the verge of enjoying it. while taking so much time. After escaping from the tsunami waves, the deceased corporation members prepared for a second attack. [Inherent ability Triple Magic is activated!] It starts with magic. The key is to secure the mobility to move freely outside the ship. As Jinhyeok cast a spell on each member, wing-shaped effects appeared on his legs. Next is cover shot. Ice spears made of cial molding exploded all at once. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Kwaaang! Ice powder that scatters dizzyingly. Dont expect to do any damage. Just covering your eyes is enough. This side has to seed thousands of times, but the opponent only needs to ask once properly. Really. It will be an unreasonable battle. Chun Yuseong sighed as if he was fed up. So far, Ive fought countless times with powerful named monsters as well as bosses. The monster he was facing right now was overwhelming. Being at the forefront and fighting is a burdensome task. Thats right. To be honest, hes a hopeless opponent. In my heart, I want to run away too. Ohh. Are you saying you want to curl your tail? Who would dare to dare to attack a guy like that? Unless youre a ranker who is confident in your own skills, you wont be able to dare. Strong, handsome, outstanding, cool and gorgeous. Only a hero with all sorts of adjectives can do it. Theres no such thing as a petit bourgeois like me. Heh. Well, I think its bullshit that youre the strongest. As long as Im with you. Sreung! Chun Yuseong drew his sword and threw himself. Fast. Light. A dazzling river gushed from the de. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! A sword attack that runs like crazy. Who did? The world is run by smart people. Thats bullshit no matter how you look at it. Because the world is run by viins. Jinhyuk nodded as if satisfied. Chapter 430 Episode 430 Kraken (1) My lord. Ill take the right side. Kakacak! Following Cheon Yoo-seong, Wol-yeong joined the team. The two swordsmen, who reached the level of masters, literally roamed the top of the Kraken. Every time the sword loaded with sword steel moved, a long stream of blood gushed out. Right then. The hot salt hit my skin. This is for sure. The Kraken is about to activate Phase 2 in earnest. Everyone back off! Jinhyeok opened the subspace inventory. What came out was a short medicine with a silver glow. It was a special item made by processing mermaid scales, millennium conch shell and deep sea water obtained from tuna sushi when I went to Antis. If you coat this with magical power 3mm thick and drop it into the sea Ssh! [Sanctuary Field C Last Sanctuary is activated!] [The location is disyed before all attacks unfold (0h: 29m: 59s)] To fight the disaster called Apocalypse. The Tower of Trials provides yers with some breakthroughs. To put it in a good way, it is a caring high school to open up your breath in the midst of an atrocious situation. To put it badly, it would be the torture of hope thrown into an unlikely fight. Anyway, if you use it well, it will increase your chances even a little bit. This is a minimal safety. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. I knew what kind of attack woulde and at what timing I had to dig in and get out of it but the number of yers who could move as hands and feet was far from enough. It was time to think so. yer Kang Jin-hyuk! Other ships appeared on the other side. These are magic-type yers, including Maria. Pew! Kwak! Various magics poured out with the sound of an explosion. It must have been a long time since I had been chanting, so it was magic made up of high circles. We will help too! On the other side, rankers from the enemy guild led by Oh Ji-won joined. Finally, even the ships of the Samurai Guild were visible. Takeshi seeded in persuading Yoshio, the guild master. So are you really saying that this is how we can win? When was my prophecy ever wrong? I know, I know. I know no matter how much I think about it, it doesnt seem like this. Just believe me. I saw this scene exactly as it was in my dream. Ships approaching over different waves. Still, not everyone is a coward. The hand was quitecking, but if this happens, the story will be different. * * * Jinhyeok looked at the battlefield from the White Pearl. A group of jellyfish approaching along the left nk. Great white sharks over 10m in size swam in the center. Each monster had a special ability that could create synergy with the Kraken. Whoops! Krakens movements were captured one second earlier by Sanctuary. An attack using air bubbles expelled from the mouth. This is the key to dispersing the initial shock. Goooooooo! With a roar, countless air bubbles were ejected towards the ship. It had the power to capsize the entire ship if it was hit properly. However, Jinhyeok, who could prepare a second earlier, threw a breakwater that made the air bubble misdirect through Machine Lord. As the attack failed, red shes began to form in the sky this time. The point where the attack falls is disyed countlessly. Its too much to block this one by one. It was because the power of each lightning bolt was unbelievably strong. Fortunately, the firepower is concentrated on the White Pearl. In an instant, Jinhyeok marked the point where the lightning fell with ice formation. Aaaaaa! Hyung! No, what time is it wait, wait time! Lee Tae-min shouted and drove the boat like crazy. Pachichik! Patsut! Red lightning fell mercilessly. Somehow, only the mast was defended, and the White Pearl moved left and right. There was a hole in the deck, but it barely prevented it from sinking. Climbing the tower in the past and matching the sum many times was the moment when it was shining. Yes! Taemin, I believed you. No, hyung. Trust me and go to sleep. If you do this again, you will really die. My hands and feet are still shaking. Lee Taemin muttered with a pale face. I understand theint. I dont have time to listen to it. Please take care of the jellyfish first! Jinhyeok shouted to those who came to support. The red lightning that fell from the sky has a characteristic of being stored in the jellyfish floating around the Kraken, and if left unattended, a catastropheparable to a nuclear explosion could ur. It means that you have to deal with it in advance. Jellyfish Got it! Did you hear what yer Kang Jin-hyuk said? Rankers, move now! Master, its a jellyfish. Shut up and kill the jellyfish first. The yers who came to support moved immediately. Since a rtionship of trust had already been established, there was no need to argue or take time. efficiently and quickly. Each yed their role. And using the gap he created the time hase for the Krakens attack to leave a gap. Mooogiii! [Sweet Potato Lv?? I activate Breath!] Right after the battle started until now. The sweet potato, which had been chewing and swallowing magic stones to gather mana, opened its mouth. The light that had been condensed into one point was released all at once. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! light piercing the air. A sh of light that ran in a straight line hit the main body of the Kraken. Kwaaang! Its power was so different that the clouds parted. Indeed, the word breath of the ancient species had no choice but toe out. Ellis, who brought out hundreds of Blood Spears, also bombarded the carpet. A lump that cant even be eaten, how dare you point those filthy tentacles at anyone! Pupper puck! The Krakens body turned into a red mountain. Even the boss monster in charge of one floor was hit with an attack that was difficult to withstand twice. But thats all. What emerged from beyond the thick smoke was the Kraken, still alive and well. Healing faster than inflicting wounds, and because of his enormous size, it was difficult to inflict meaningful blows. No, I did one thing for sure. That was to push the bastards anger to the limit. Koooooo! The roar of the Kraken echoed across the sea. In the state of the zodiac, even Casey and Jude Law should be at the top ranker level I mean, sweet potato and Alice cant do it either. I was roughly expecting it, but it still didnt work to this extent. When I saw the results, I couldnt help but feel bitter. The Krakens legs vanished into the water in an instant. at the same time. Cuckoo coo! The sea began to stir at an iparably faster speed than before. [The Kraken activates its special skill, Rage of the Sea!] Waves swaying from side to side. The strong current soon turned into a whirlpool. This is a bit dangerous Jinhyeok swallowed dryly. Around the Kraken, a whirlpool with a size of several tens of meters was thergest, but as the distance increased, its size and influence became stronger. like a ck hole. This means that all the ships floating on the sea will gather towards the Kraken. I have to block it before the skill is fully activated. Jinhyeok activated the Stranger God. Four huge arms appeared above both shoulders. What each hand was holding was a spear made with different types of magic. Blessing of the Star and Mand, Blood Magic and The me of the Beginning. A spear reinforced by triple magic flew below the surface of the water. quaaang! A spray of water 10m high rose above the water. Its a hit that took quite a bit of effort. Its because the realm of wind even has eleration. Even so the power of the vortex did not diminish in the slightest. Rather, it was pushing harder and expanding its range. Damn it A number of ships began to appear on the far horizon. They were fleetsposed ofrge guild alliances. There should have been enough time to escape. Even so, the fact that everyone remains in the sea means that they just spread the distance and didnt go to the maind. Thanks to that, a proper hell was born. This is because one of the Krakens basic passives is to increase his attack power by 5% for each ship he sinks. More than 100 ships that can be counted with the naked eye. Assuming that everything would sink, it could have grown into an apocalypse that devours several floors. * * * Rain, damn it! What the hell happened to this? I dont know. Suddenly the sea Completely disoriented ships were swept away by the current and sucked inward. All of the unique abilities and skills rted to sailing were not affected, so they had no choice but to be dragged along as the water led them. It seems that magic has been activated that affects the entire field, but the exact reason is unknown. Damn it. Are you saying theres no way? Thats right. In the end, where the fleets arrived Oh my God I, prepare for battle! Its the Kraken! It was in the middle of hell that I wanted to escape so much. When the unexpected thing happened, the fleet became a mess. Of course, it was because I never imagined that the Kraken, who only knew how to attack withnd bullets, could create a whirlpool and control the sea. Teresa, what the hell is this stupid thing doing that cant handle a single thing properly! Rotain of the Holy Cross Knights burst into anger. The idea that Teresa was the culprit behind all this came to mind. timely. Theresa came into Rotaines eyes. Seeing him brazenly standing on the White Pearl, he must have lived a pitiful life. Teresa! Rotain raised his voice. Loutain deputy captain? Why didnt you stop the Kraken and bring us to this limb? I would have risked my life to stop it! Thats Its an excuse! Seeing that hes up and down, he must have been busy taking care of himself. Thanks to him, only innocentmbs seem to die. Damn it. Im sorry. That was not my intention. Theresa bowed her head. Sorry,e forward now Oh, the man who used to run around is now barking like a poppy at someones house. Vijay, who was caught doing a back advertisement, must have a less thick face than that. Rotains words were cut off in the middle. It was Jinhyeok. Eh, run away? Besides, whats wrong with that face? Did you say everything just now? Kang Jin- hyeok yer? Rotain s voice trembled violently . You should be ashamed of yourself if a nobleman who had enough to eat passed all the responsibility and ran away to a woman who only bought half of it. Even the angels in Eden will lose their hands for a petty and petty bastard like you, so you should turn to the demon realm at this point. Chapter 431 Episode 431. Kraken (2) Abusivenguage thates out like a rapid-fire cannon. Father. Rotain opened his mouth like a crucian carp. Who would dare to say such cruel things to the honorable second-inmand of the Holy Cross? It was he who received the support of the Holy See, as well as numerous prestigious families in Europe. Even more so, until the tower appeared, the petit bourgeois must have been the opponent in front of them. If the opponent hadnt been for the famous Jinhyeok, he would have given the order to open fire right away. Kang yer Jinhyeok. No matter how great you are, this is a family matter. Im sorry, but Teresa-san has a leg up on this side as well. Besides, if there is a daughter who is suffering in the bean flour family, of course she wants to save her. Nose, soybean flour? Are you saying that the Holy See and the Knights of the Holy Cross are soybean flour? Now!? Oh, sorry. Jinhyuk quickly apologized. If you thought you would go over to apologize now No, Im sorry to the bean powder, not you. What did you say to the delicious and healthy soybean powder? That is food waste that cannot be collected separately. Kuaa! Chief of the deputy knights Be patient. There are many eyes to see. Rotain spewed life, but no further action could be taken. This is because the Kraken, which had acquired a lot of prey, began rampaging in earnest. Koooooo! Legs protruding from the water wrapped around the ships. Unlike the White Pearl, which escaped quickly, normal ships were easy targets for the Kraken. Aaaagh! Sah, save people! The huge ship was destroyed in half and disappeared. As the ship sank, the vortex that appeared swallowed up all the survivors who barely survived. [The Kraken is using the passive Fleet Predation.] As the attack power increased, the Krakens size also becamerger. Parts side! Red lightning bolts falling from the sky. Various fish swimming in the sea also grew. From his point of view, it was as if a fancy buffet was set up on the sea. Dont back down and face it. Its no use running away anyway! Hand over all magic potions to magic yers. While fighting in other guilds, prepare magic that can be eaten by him! At least thepetent engineeringmanders encouraged the engineering staff and saw an opportunity for a counterattack. Even in the strong current, they tried to maintain their formation and find gaps. But the opponent was so bad. Fighting! Bang! Harpoons bouncing aimlessly. Forge a harpoon for catching whales. On top of that, me-based magic was oveid. It was an attack in which more than 30 magic yers who had done doping added eleration magic. Even so. Do you mean that it wont even get scratched? Searching for a strategy is pointless. In the first ce, it was questionable whether the attack itself was possible. Cuckoo Cuckoo! An out-of-the-ordinary catastrophe across the sea. No one could have hope while watching arge 6-star ship sink in one blow. Kwajik! Quadduk! yers who fell into the sea were eaten by great white sharks or drowned by jellyfish. The water turned even redder. Ugh everything is wrong. You have to run away. Wherever, wherever you dont know the ship! The ships,pletely out of their senses in fear, rammed into the whirlpool while ying with the rudder. one two. In less than 30 minutes, 1/3 of the ships that came here were gone. At least, the remaining ships only had their lives extended. Sooner orter it would meet the same fate. When the situation was like this, the remaining fleets had no choice but to unite. yer Jinhyeok Kang Isnt there something sharp? Well, Ill do whatever you ask. Please help me. Status windows appeared one after another in front of Jinhyeok. Each guilds engineering leader or deputy engineering leader. Or they were executive-level rankers equivalent to that. When the tail falls off and runs away,e and save me now Jinhyeokughed as if he was dumbfounded. I also feel sorry for the guy who used Theresa as a sacrificial blow. The rest of the guys who knew it but tolerated it were also worth it. But If I just told everyone to die, the Kraken would be stronger. Even now, it is difficult to inflict effective damage, but if I became a monster, I did not know that it would be irreversible. The specs of each guild and the rankers they have. And the variables that can be created through it. The worry didntst long. From now on, you must do only what I tell you to do. Jinhyuk made a decision. * * * Fleetyout has been reorganized. Based on the formation Jinhyeok made, the ship was spread wide. It was the result of responding as quickly as possible while the Kraken was arranging the fleeing ships. Are you sure its okay to do what that man says? A ranker belonging to the Holy Cross Knights cautiously opened his mouth. A woman with permed brown hair reaching her waist. It was Jaina, who was in charge of the raids main ranged dealer. The Knights of the Holy Cross, which were rtively deployed in the rear, seemed safe at first nce, but Jin-hyeoks intentions were too suspicious to believe at face value. It was because there was no reason to give them a safe position now that it had be an ufortable rtionship. In fact, the only mission of the Knights of the Holy Cross is to destroy the various types of reefs that will soon appear. Other than that, no further instructions were given. Yeah, they must have ns. Theyre probably using us as bait. Rotein smelled it too. Thats why I had no intention of doing what Jinhyeok told me to do. Fred. Are you done figuring out the ocean currents? I thought it was weird, but its as you would expect. A yer who specializes in reading the flow of ocean currents. Fred, who had a skill rted to sailing, continued to observe the flow. The waves and the concentration of salt began to change subtly. And to the strength of the wind. all of that Soon, the tide will change. Yes. Our location will change closest to the Kraken. In terms of time, it will be in about 15 minutes. I knew it. made this joke He was thinking of using the ship of the Knights of the Holy Cross as a scapegoat. But you wouldnt even know that the n was read. What are you going to do? Rotain gave a fishy smile at Jainas question. For now, we will pretend to be fooled. Then, we will use the opponents strategy against them ording to the timing when the ocean current changes. Since he was a Rotain who had served in the military for over ten years before joining the Knights of the Holy Cross, he showed roughly how the other party was drawing. Besides, there was a trump card prepared through Eden, so you can use it if the situation arises. Right then. After the hunt, the Kraken began rushing towards the fleets. The splitting currents and the huge shadows visible beneath the currents. 1 minute 1 second felt insanely long. Damn this guys tower, the more I go, the more it turns into hell. Rotain snapped his mrs. I didnt even think that I was safe even if I was rtively in the rear. The only thing that filled my head was the thought of wanting to get out of this hellish ce as soon as possible. * * * Puffup! Perong! The ships in the lead fired their guns. The target is the whirlpool, not the kraken. It wasnt just concentrating firepower, it was spaced out at regr intervals. Like ying a rhythm game, aiming for different whirlpools at different times. At first nce, it looked like a useless attack, just like before, but A strange thing happened. The Kraken, which was galloping forward without hesitation, was suddenly sucked into a nearby whirlpool. The Kraken first showed the inside with its mouth. now! [Maria fires Lv16 Hellfire!] [Oh Ji-won activates Lv15 ck Mambas Venom!] [Yoshio activates Lv16 Yumekaze!] [Bae Hyeon-je] Gak The rankers on the ship used their skills at the same time. Colorful magic powers struck the area where the mouth was. Keeeee! A voice full of pain. The wound healed quickly as always, but it was still the first effective attack to seed. Ohhh! Its done! Its done! All you have to do is this. Push! Cheers filled with hope erupted from everywhere. however. Through Sanctuary and Eyes of Gluttony, Jinhyeoks eyes showed the opponents total physical strength. [1889983555 / 1980000000] Even after pouring this much, the damage inflicted was only that. Now you have to make a decision. That moment. Currents have changed. The moment youve been waiting for has finallye. Shootah . The reefs in the sea appeared. Each reef with a different pattern had the characteristic of being able to inflict a fatal blow to the Kraken if destroyed with a specific attack. at the same time. The positions of the fleets in the front and the fleets in the middle were changed. The fleets of the Knights of the Holy Cross moved to the front. The rest of the fleet moved away from the Kraken. Completely isted and turned into bait. Yeah, I knew it would be like this. You rotten bastard! Rotain clenched his fists. I have been waiting. Only this moment when you can feed your opponent! [The holy relic Abels skull has been used!] Cain and Abel. It is a tragic myth made of envy and jealousy. And the holy relic that makes that myth reappear is the skull of Abel, who was killed by Cain. [In case of fatal betrayal, change ones situation with those who caused it.] Space restraint and material transformation under the protection of Eden. Whoops! The ships of the White Pearl and the Knights of the Holy Cross have changed once again. The situation has beenpletely reversed. Puhaha! How dare you use tricks that dont make sense in front of me. You must not have known that I was looking ahead by several steps ahead of you! Laughter filled with madness. Rotains confidence skyrocketed at the thought of being stabbed in the back of the head. He already knew how Jinhyeok would attack the Kraken. The analysis of the reefs is over! I found abination that can be destroyed bybining elemental magic and holy power! Fred and Jaina shouted at the same time . Instead, you can weaken the Krakens defenses, and if you use another holy relic, Kains Stone Knife, you will undoubtedly produce satisfactory results . will be secured. Thats enough. That s enough. So, you guys be the sacrificialmb for us. Kang Jin-hyeok, the deceased corporation, and even a useless saintess who doesnt obey orders. The opportunity to eliminate all the troubles at once has arrived. . Chapter 432 Episode 432. Kraken (3) Reading numbers worst case scenario. Jinhyeok looked at Rotain behind him for a long time. Seeing that he wasughing like crazy, it seems that he prepared various things in that short period of time. Thats Cains stone knife. It is one of the first swords that can damage the deity. Rotain and the like would not be able to properly handle that relic, but just by activating it, it was able to draw out more power than expected. After all, what he wants is not to kill the Kraken, but to create an opportunity to get out of here. In addition, it was clear that if the process could be directed usibly, it would receive tremendous attention from the public afterwards. okay. I guess so. from start to finish. Thank you for continuing to be that guy. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth went up. [The strong magic flowing from the relic has been detected.] [The 9-star barrier Sharing Magic is activated!] [The Spear of Antis (single use) and Fragments of Vimana are fused!] Powerful magic Use it as an energy supply to recreate the source. The Spear of Antis taken out of the subspace inventory and the fragments of Vimana obtained from Nirasha began to merge into one. Whoa! A light that fluctuates like crazy. Creating a holy relic that corresponds to the purple grade was an area that was close to impossible. Even Orun, who was famous as the cksmith of the kingdom, became 10 years old while dealing with Balmung. However, there was no time to hand over the weapon to Orun. I have to do it. lets focus Calmly and calmly. Jinhyeok smelted iron through Fire Dragons Breath. Roaring! The red mes spewing out without hesitation tempered the different types of mana into one. And finally. [The Holy Artifact Spear of Antis has beenpleted!] A spear that glowed in a subtle purple color was held in my hand. In terms of time, its about 30 seconds. However, the sweat and heavy breathing all over his body made it seem like he had been through dozens of hours of battle. Im d though If Rotain hadnt used the two holy relics, things would have been many times more difficult. Thank you, Teresa. For giving me good information. Thanks to knowing about the existence of the holy relic, things went smoothly. I-I understand that, but before that, what should I do with that guy? Theresa stretched out her finger with her pale face. Cuckoo Cuckoo! There was a Kraken approaching through the water. Since the location has changed, it is obvious that it will be the top priority target. Even more so, if the medicine is full, it is bound to be even more dangerous. Tongue, brother! brother! The voices of Lee Tae-min and Yoo Yeon-hwa also became more urgent. Even the drones and gunboats stationed nearby could not stop the Kraken. However, Jinhyeoks expression was still rxed. dont worry. As long as the window of Antis ispleted, the war situation will change once again. [The mermaids respond to your call!] Shoot ah! The waves roared in strange currents. * * * The race that dominates the 29th floor. Mermaid was a mysterious yet friendly resident of the tower. Although he was pushed back by the pirates due to the loss of the holy relics of Antis, he did not lose even the experience and memories of building up the glory of the past. Inherent ability to freely adjust the flow of water. The will of the ocean currentpletely took over the sea. staggering The Krakens body tilted to the right. It started moving away from the White Pearl and toward the ce where Rotain was. Bye Bye. Jinhyeok waved his hand toward the ship with Rotane. Uhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh! The joys and sorrows are mixed. Of course, what I thought would be a blow for conversion turned into a noose that tightened myself. Since both of the relics had already been used, there was nothing he could do afterwards. Shoot, shoot! Do whatever it takes to stop them froming! Puffup! Perong! A shell coated with divine power hit the Krakens body. Of course, it was just like an ant attacking an elephant. In the end, Rotain, who lost all the cards, chose thest resort. Teresa! A saintess belonging to the Knights of the Holy Cross. Teresa, who gave everything for everyone, would certainly not turn away from help. Teresas pupils shook for a moment. But I just flinched. didnt step forward. its decided I wont move for those who want to use themselves anymore. Te, Teresa? Rotains face turned ck as hisst hope was gone. Deputy Knight Commander! Oh,e! What should I do? The screams got louder and louder. And right at that moment. Wow! The ships of the Knights of the Holy Cross were torn to pieces. * * * Teresa-san will grow even further with this. Jinhyeok looked at Theresa, who was trembling thinly beside him. It may be difficult right now, but thinking about the future, I made the right decision. I know the good heart of wanting to save everyone, but the reality wont be so easy. Rather than that, the priority right now is to create synergy with the mermaids. Hero! The salmon sushi in the water stuck out its head. Numerous mermaid warriors followed, each holding their own weapon. Ohhhh I never thought Id see the window of Antis again with my own eyes He must be the hero recorded in the document. Really, hes dignified. Everyones face is in shock. I cant help but be thrilled to receive the long-lost symbol of Antis right in front of my eyes. Above all, the fact that he was able to fight alongside the sessor of a great hero who saved hispatriots from oppression in the past made his morale soar to the sky. Jinhyeok looked down at everyone from the boat. Eyes full of envy. That many mermaids believe only in me. If so just show it. What kind of ripple power can a person who bes the center of gravity create? [Inherited ability Swarm Core is activated!] Pyramid structure made up of one vertex. The ability tomand all the colonies showed overwhelming power in group warfare. Okay, Iveid out the ground rice properly keuhmm! Jinhyeok cleared his voice. Lets see. Wouldnt it be better to use a slightly hoarse voice? The gaze is directed into space. The chest stretches forward. I also forgot to clench my fists. The great Medray always told me that there should never be discrimination or walls between races. A low, deep voice rang out. The sea was quiet. And if those who witness that discrimination have the powerif they have the pride to change everything! That irrationality should never be ignored. Jinhyuks gaze turned to the side. There, the members of the Goinmul Corporation were gagging as if they had heard something they couldnt hear. Myrades here are far worse than me, but I have raised my sword for the weak. All of them are preciouspanions who can jump into the mes with just one word from me. Arent you by my side? Mooogi? Who is it that Im a sacrificial blow that throws me into the fire? Owner, I hope you dont recklessly talk about nature with that mouth. There were sounds of throwing up here and there, but Jinhyeok quickly ignored them. Please fight against this disaster with me. Just like Medray, I will always be by your side. Wow! We will be with you until the end! Glory to the mermaids! Gods protection be with the hero! [Morale increases by 100% due to strong faith!] [Attack and defense increase by 20%!] [Understanding of ocean currents increases by 20%!] [Mermaid warriors are with you! ] Cuckoo Cuckoo! The mermaids moved. The waves roared wildly and swirled around the Kraken. A normal frontal attack doesnt make any sense. It is possible to create new roads through detours. At least, if there were mermaids who understood the sea of thisyer better than anyone else. Just like that, the situation changed once again. The mermaids on seahorses began to push the great white sharks and jellyfish at random. Perpuck! hooked! The arrows that manifested the energy of water wereunched along the current. Because the angle was freely changed in the water, the opponent had no choice but to be helpless. Koooooo! As the limbs fell one by one, the Kraken went mad. Just once. If I just brushed against it, I could explode and kill them all. The bugs that ran away like loaches showed no sign of being caught. All in all, it was because the most annoying mermaids helped humans. But this anger wontst too long. Mermaids stamina wontst forever. Right then. The Krakens body stood still. Gooooh. under the sea. Farther down from here, I felt the same kind of magic as the mermaids. It was so faint, but it was unmistakable. Antis. It is a city where mermaids live. Yes, there was such a ce. Even if my body could escape, the city I live in would not be able to escape. Moreover, if they lose their stronghold, even the spirited mermaids will lose their will to fight any longer. The Kraken immediately changed its target. The huge body descended towards the depths at great speed. cooong! In a matter of minutes, a majestic city of mermaids appeared in front of Kraken, who had reached the bottom of the abyss. They had finally found their of the bugs that had to be smashed to pieces. however. ?? The mermaids, who were supposed to be crowded, didnt even poke their noses out. The warriors were fighting outside, so it was natural that they werent there. It was normal for older and younger instances to remain inside the city. I dont understand. It was the first time such an enemy had ever destroyed countless underwater cities. As if they were predicting that this ce would be discovered from the beginning. Another thing appeared in Krakens field of vision. The identity of the magic that was initially thought to be emitted by the mermaids hiding in Antis. A first-of-a-kind kind of sexism. It was a barrier that had been handed down since ancient times. Even as a Kraken that has been around for a long time, it was difficult to determine the exact identity of the barrier. I can only guess that it is the kind that connects dimensions. It wasnt activated yet because the magic power supply wasntplete, but an old instinct warned me. The magic that builds this barrier cannot be left unattended. The Kraken slowly stretched its legs toward the barrier. That moment. Whoa! A bright light flickered on the surface of the water. [The holy relic Spear of Antis will be released!] Far away. That nasty human bastard is about to attack. How ridiculous! No matter how powerful the relic was, it wasnt enough to kill himself, the symbol of the apocalypse. There will be blows, but you can hit them as much as you like. The Kraken faced the approaching window squarely. But the scene that follows Kuuuo? Itpletely shattered allmon sense. Chapter 433 Episode 433. Kraken (4) It is true that the Spear of Antis is an incredibly powerful holy relic. It was a holy relic of the purple grade that could even damage the divinity. okay. Thats right. Its just a spear with such power cant kill an enforcer who does an apocalypse. Cuckoo Cuckoo! The light exploded at one point through the dark deep sea and reached the bottom of the sea. Where the window passed, the current opened the way to the left and right, just as Moses parted the Red Sea. Koooooo! The Kraken opened its legs and finished preparing to face the spear with its whole body. bubbling bubbles. Incredible defense. In the first ce, this is an impossible match. so that. From the beginning, Jinhyeok had no intention of stabbing the Kraken with the spear of Antis. Aaaaaang! A dazzling radiance erupted with a tremendous roar. [The forbidden system on the 29th floor has been severely damaged!] Red messages appear one after another. What he aimed for was the barrier itself that restrained the 29th floor. Quadduk! Of course, it is impossible to destroy the entire barrier created by the system. But if its a part Its possible to create a crack in a very small part of the whole. Say its possible! [The durability of the holy relic Spear of Antis is declining rapidly!] [There is a risk that the window will be destroyed if you use it any longer!] Ugh! The window let out a grotesque resonant sound. Okay. After all, the purpose has been achieved. Jinhyeok looked at the distorted space. Koooooo! Kraken, who felt the change, roughly tried toe out to the surface, but Jinhyeok responded one step faster. Gig kick, no, no. Where are you going? Has Mr. Octopus already forgotten that he has to y with us? Casey and Jude Law, who were hiding under the trench, mmed the Helbird and their battle axes down. bang! His legs were pierced by des and anchored to the ground. Because the body was covered with bubble bubbles unique to mermaids, they were free from water pressure and breathing. Moreover, the Gemini of the zodiac sign strengthened the two to the limit. Thanks to that, the Kraken was stopped without being able to go up. In terms of time, its about 0.5 seconds. However, the results were fatal. The ancient barrier was activated by the spell. Whoops! As the dimension split, a new world opened up. Master! Ive been waiting for you! Ive changed the coordinates as you said. Yes. Thats right. Ive prepared perfectly. The probability of sess is 89.35%. T-Bone and Frey. I saw the two of them guarding the temple. More precisely, the appearance of a perfectly activated gate was visible between the two. That is the gate leading to the demon realm. Parts! As light collided with light, colorful sparks were generated. at the same time. [The 29th floor Antis and the 44th floor Pandemonium are connected.] The two dimensions are connected. The Krakens body was drawn to the dimensional ck hole and sucked into the other side. Quaang Tuck! However, just before it waspletely crossed, the legs held the entrance of the gate. Legs firmly fixed like iron tendons. It really doesnt go smoothly until the very end. I guess it wonte easy. Kkuguguk He poured all his mana into strengthening the ancient barrier, but the delicate bnce point was not broken. I dont have much time. If I dont push him in as soon as possible, even if its for a second, the mana on this side will be exhausted and the gate might close. Yoosung! Jinhyeok shouted at Cheon Yuseong, who was next to him. OK. Sreung! Chun Youseong, who was standing on the boat, slowly drew his sword. The Ryuhwa with the spirit began to burn with a green light. [yer Cheon Yoo-seong is currently carrying out the Second Job Advancement quest.] Sword Saint You shouldnt simply reach the pinnacle of swordsmanship and realize its tricks. This is because it is a title given only to those who ovee situations that are considered impossible to ovee. Thats why Cheon Yoo-seong has been patient and waited until now. Waiting for such a situation and conditions that you can understand yourself. Whoa I forgot my own breath and instead felt the breath of the de. C Bear. Beautifully drawn stream lines. The description of Kwae() is in the section(). The smooth trajectory quickly elerated. Death spirit sword dance Explosive sword light. It has been polished countless times so far. has only one purpose. It is to surpass the one opponent that I have been yearning for my whole life. The speed of the sword increased by one level. Type 12 (ʮʽ) A pattern consisting of ten crosses. At the same time, the shape was shattered. Just as day and night be one, the two can never be one at the same time. The sword has reached its peak. This is the answer I came up with to reach the deceased. It is the final destination to ovee the deceased. Extreme night ! An invisible, intangible sword cut through the deep sea. Keeeeeeeeeeeeeee! The Krakens terrifying scream pierced my eardrums. Due to the severed leg, the delicate bnce was finally broken. Regeneration continued immediately, but Krakens body had already crossed the gate and passed into another dimension. Towards the Pandemonium, which is dry and deste and full of fire and dust. [The dimension has been cut off.] The apocalypse that was trying to swallow the 29th floor with the status window at the end haspletely disappeared. Soooaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa rain. btedly it started to flow again. It was a series of breathtaking moments that could only be said to be really terrible. As expected, its the swordsman. If it wasnt for you, it would have been a big deal. Im so d were together. Jinhyuk smiled brightly. okay. I dont know if Ive been struggling so much to hear that one word. There was a subtle change at the corner of Chun Yoo-seongs mouth. It was so faint, but it must have been augh. You justughed, right? What are you talking about? I never did. Did I see it with my own two eyes? Ive never heard of that. And if so, its because I finally seeded in my 2nd job advancement. Its not because I was recognized by you. Got it? Answer me. I got it. Hey! Chun Yoo-seong kept shouting, but Jin-hyeok never responded. It was just a sinister smile. In any case, with that, the worst disaster that befell the 29th floor was gone. * * * Quaaagh! Stop stop it! A scream full of pain. In Guntapers residence, the torture schedule continued today as usual. Remia, covered in blood, gasped for breath as she was bound by red chains. I dont know how many times its already been through the life and death crisis. No matter how much I experienced being swallowed up by a fireball, I never got used to it. Hmm. Its really poisonous. He said he would end the pain if he confessed everything he knew. I told you everything. What you want I said everything! Youre lying again. Quadduk! The chains twisted Remias arms mercilessly. The arm was bent at a bizarre angle. Aaaagh! Remia kicked off the game once again. No matter how much you endure for four years, that human will not survive. This time, Im going to crush you to the point where I cant even recognize you. So I hope you give up false hopes quickly. Ha ha that, thats well see well see. Yes. Wherever you want, try to hold on. You have plenty of time Um? Guntafer, who was talking, raised his head. The sun seen through the haze of dust felt some strange magical energy. This unique magical power No way? Guntafer, who had tilted his head, opened his eyes soon. Quadduk! Crunchy! Because cracks began to appear in the air. Its amazing just that the dimension is smashed, but the problem is the existence that appeared beyond the rift. dreaming I saw huge legs. Huh, Kraken? Such nonsense! Why is Kraken here, who should be making the 29th floor a mess? The desire to deny reality and the thought of why this happened nevertheless collided. But no matter how much I think about it, all I can spit out is swear words. A human who wouldnt be happy even if I ripped him to death! How dare I! How dare I say this ce! Guntapers pupils were stained red. And right at that moment. [Apocalypse manifests on the 44th floor!] The worst disaster since the war with Eden unfolded. * * * A grand banquet in Antis. Everything the mermaids could prepare was mobilized to treat the hero who saved the mermaids. Fresh seaweed and delicious seabed fruits were on the table. Hey. This is? Jinhyuks eyes twinkled. The rainbow shrimp was slowly grilled for 1 hour 15 minutes and 13 seconds using boiling bubbles, and then sprinkled with 13.5g of Asumtra salt 7 times stood out. I heard that there are quite a few gourmets among mermaids, but I never thought there would be someone who could cook this. Apparently, this banquet seemed to be quite satisfactory. Right then. Keuheum! Keum! Alice cleared her throat and tugged at her sleeve. Yes why? Is that really good? Ah threw the Kraken into the Demon Realm? Yes. Its okay. Anyway, Frey and T-Bone moved the coordinates, so I dropped them in Guntafer, not Beriels territory. I dont know, but by now, something hot will be happening. Shall we say that it is good to see Guntafer yelling in anger? Whoa. Turning the entire Demon Realm into an enemy Jim is really worried about the future of the contractor. They were the ones we had to bump into at least once. Besides, if the Kraken rampaged, the Pandemoniums power would be drastically reduced. Dealing with Apocalypse is not an easy task, no matter how powerful the upper echelons are. Since it wasnt an underwater battle, even considering the halving of the Krakens power, at least a few territories of the corpsmander level devil would be turned into a mess. Then thats fortunate but more than that, the contractor. Huh? Do you have something else to say? Promise You havent forgotten, have you? promise? If its a promise Its about going to Paradise Ind with Jim! Surely, if this job goes well, wouldnt it be just the two of us to go on a wonderful trip! As Jinhyeok tilted his head, Elise screamed. His face flushed red as if he had hurt his pride to say such a thing with his own mouth. Ah, I remember. Of course I remembered. I even prepared a special event. No matter what, forget it. Unless you want to die, of course you have it engraved on your bones . what! Dont expect a little bit. Jim wont be surprised by anything. Only then did Alices expression rx. No, it wasnt to the level of loosening up, but she jumped around like an excited girl. But Hero, its time. Things in the world are so easy. Its not aw that goes smoothly. The queen of tuna sushi and arge number of mermaids following her are gathered in front of Jinhyeok. The sacred ceremony of mermaids is about to begin for the future warriors. Chapter 434 Episode 434. How each one spends their vacation (1) Hero, Her Majesty the Queen No, Tuna Sushi is waiting for you. The salmon sushi came with a cough. Right behind me, I saw the beautiful queen dressed to the fullest. Did all the guardse? tfish sushi, cuttlefish sushi, and even sea urchin sushi. It is the sum of the mermaids who named it Revolving Sushi. Marriage with the queen In normal cases, it could be said that it was overflowing with blessings. Well, thats what people who dont know can do. Jinhyeok could feel the cold sweat running down his back. Its cheap The atmosphere is frozen cold. Next to her, Elise red at her as if she would kill someone with just her eyes. On the other hand, the mermaids, including the tuna sushi, seemed unwilling to let go no matter what. Truly a dilemma. Youre self-employed, you guys. Cheon Yoo-seong sneered at him as if he was using him, and drank the mermaid-made liquor. Brother, fighting! Brother, if you survive, try some of this. Its delicious. Lee Tae-min and Yoo Yeon-hwa stood by and flirted as if it were someone elses business. Casey and Jude Law couldnt even see where they were going and who they were killing. My lord, if youre going to honorably kill yourself, Sokha will help. Even Wol-young, whom I believed in is just talking nonsense. damn it After all, there is no one to believe in. Whoops. Dont worry too much. As you can see, Ive been receiving training as a priest since I was young. Even though were from different races, were ready to sacrifice everything for the cause. Suddenly, what kind of sacrifice is this? Marry only with the one you love, please. But even if I said that, I dont think they would listen. Would you die to Alice? To be killed by the mermaids Do I have to choose that? It would take a sharp trick to get out of this situation somehow Right then. Something shed through Jinhyuks mind like lightning. Wait, wait. Shouldnt we give you this first? Whoops! The subspace inventory was opened with a dazzling light. There was a Spear of Antis that kept indescribable beauty. Ah thats right. I was so happy that I forgot to return our holy relic. Yes. I thought it was polite to offer this first. As expected, the hero is very fast. Really, hes a great husband. Tuna sushi received the spear of Antis with eyes full of emotion. [The mermaids retrieve their relics.] [Copying conditions have been met.] [Copy the unique ability Will of the Ocean Current.] [Will of the Sea Current] Difficulty to obtain: Race-limited ability Description: Not only can you read the flow of the sea, but you can reach the point where you can change the flow if you master the ability. Increases ATK and DEF against water property monsters by 50%. good. I finally got my hands on this. He had cleared everything up to thest thing he had to do here. Next [Inherent ability Grave of the Sword is activated!] In the blink of an eye, Jinhyeok poured his mana into the spear. It was so fast and explosive that no one could notice it prated the window. [Durability of the spear of Antis: 103 / 135000] Durability has already fallen to the limit due to breaking the barrier. The recoil caused by destroying what the system had created even the holy relics made it unbearable. And the result. Kwadeuk! [The relic is broken.] The mermaids were driven into the pit of despair. Kyaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah The tuna sushi screamed shrilly. This, how can it be Why are the sacred relics of the mermaids! How did this happen? Warrior Kang Jin-hyeok? Uncontroble agitation spread inside the banquet hall. Thats Actually, it seems that the spear couldnt hold up because we fought so fiercely in the battle just a moment ago. Its ridiculous As long as it receives the protection of the hero, it should never be destroyed Thats right. If I were a true hero. Jinhyeok quickly pointed his finger towards one side of the banquet hall. Actually, Im nothing more than an attendant who follows him. The great swordsman, Cheon Youseong. Puff!? Chun Youseong, who was leisurely eating alcohol and fruit, spewed out what was in his mouth. Coke! Coke! I was so surprised that I even heard Sarai. I, who lost my spear, no longer deserve to be called a warrior. To me, who acted as her shadow in the first ce, being with the queen would be absurd. Go, Kang Jin-hyuk, you bastard! What kind of nonsense are you talking about? The humility of not letting people know about it even after aplishing a great task. And even the military force that defeated the Kraken! If you need a future hero, you must have that persons child! I will kill you! Chun Youseong tried to draw his sword, but it was toote. This is because the mermaids whose targets have changed rushed toward Cheonyuseong. Ohhhh! The true hero was yours! Somehow, he was more handsome. Our Queen and her descendants! Damn it. Ill remember it. Ill definitely remember this! Jinhyeok muttered the final scene in the fairy tale as he watched Cheon Yooseong run away. The hero lived happily ever after. * * * Paradise Ind. As the name suggests, the Tower of Trials, which is said to have been modeled after heaven, is one of the best resorts. The warm sunlight and emerald-colored sea, the white sandy beach that looks like it is sprinkled with tinum, is a paradise that anyone who has visited once will never forget. and present. In this ce, members of the Goinmul Corporation, including Jinhyeok, were gathered. The idea is that since the big incident is over, lets all rx together and think about the next step. Wow. Its really pretty. Theresa burst into exmation. The daily life of walking on the battlefield always armed with thick armor and shields. Every waking hour was a series of tensions. However, I was able to escape all the pressure after a long time. Kyahaha! Its been a while since Ive had such clear water! Kyao! The sandy beach is also warm. It feels so good even without a fire. Hehehe! The spirit beasts also gathered together and enjoyed their own time. Mooogiii! Whoops. I mean. Until I came here, I lived with the respect of all humans. Everyone didnt know about the blue dragon of the Four Gods? The ancient and beautiful dragon in the legend. Thats what this body is all about. Dalgrak. Hey, Mr. Cheong. Stop talking nonsense and make clouds well. Didnt you hear the master said that if you burn your skin in the scorching sun, youll turn it into a grilled lizard? On one side, the rest of the summons took their ces. Thanks to therge number of people gathered, the ind was crowded. This isnt bad either. Chun Yoo-seong took a seat under a palm tree. A tropical drink in one hand. In his other hand he was holding a thick medical book. Did youe all the way here to study? The weekly paper test could be reced with the pretext of climbing the Tower of Trials, but it does not exempt you from the final exam. You mean youre not going to get an F only? Hey. I can feel your will to not repeat the grade somehow. Paid? What are you talking about? Chun Yuseong tilted his head. Ive never missed the chief. No, youre the chief while holding on to the sword all day? Its a matter of course. If the tower is conquered someday, after that, youll have to continue your current studies. Ive known for a long time that my head is flying, but Im on the verge of doubting whether this is a human or a machine. Come to think of it, I wonder if Ive ever seen this guy sleep cool. Yeah well, it wouldnt hurt to have a doctor friend. You might get free treatmentter. Whos going to treat you at will? Ah. But we share the same joys and sorrows. Are you trying to get money? Even if its a pseudo doctor without blood or tears. thats not quite Its okay. I shouldnt say anything. Dont cover the good view and go over there and y. Chun Yoo-seong put on sunsses and blocked Jin-hyeok. Right then. Jim I saw Elise muttering to herself on the other side. A ck dress that seems to have given a lot of strength. A beige wide-brimmed hat had a pink diamond butterfly brooch attached to it. The problem is that the facial expression ispletely different from the bright clothes. Jim this wasnt the trip he wanted! Farr. Both hands trembled slightly. Eyes full of sadness. Even though I struggled so much for alone time. The result was an ind full of bustling crowds. Ill give you timeter at night, so please dont try to blow up the ind. Put the skewers made from the Blood Lord there as they are. Jinhyeok quickly stroked Alices hair andforted her. Really? Really? No, its great! That, thats natural, isnt it! I also thought it wouldnt be bad to hang out together when the sun rose. Yes, yes. He seems to have calmed down a bit now. Even this stubborn queen. * * * A few hours of peaceful vacation. What broke the silence was the gate emitting green light. Hmm. Everyone seems to be having a good time. An old man wearing a stylish bowler hat appeared beyond the swaying surface. This is Rick Hennessy, one of the mid-level managers. Mr. Rick is what are you doing? I came here to say hello and to inform you of the news of the tower. Its been 3 days since the Kraken went to the Demon Realm. As befits a huge force that divides the 44th floor, the Demon World seeded in killing the Kraken. But in return, thousands of demons died. Dozens of high-ranking demons with titles also had to lose their lives. There were simply so many dead that the wounded could not even count the number. In addition, each demon kings territory and important bases have been devastated. It would be natural for the Demon World to grind its teeth. Especially, one of the demon lords, Guntaper, suffered the most damagebut. Seeing that he was smiling like that, it must have been intentional. Keuheum! Youreughing. I just expressed my condolences to the sacrifice of the demons. Anyway, I think its best to keep calm for the time being. Since several administrators died this time, there is a lot of talk among our administrators. Alluti. Is that unlucky hamster dead? The smile disappeared from Jinhyeoks mouth. Actually, someone must have given him a lump of magic power to forcefully wake up the Kraken. Looking at the clue that several is attached, it is certain that a number of low-level managers who followed him in addition to Alluti were ughtered. .I guessed who was responsible for plotting this. Hastings came here. However, the administrators would not imagine that Hastings killed Alluti. In the end the prime suspect was on the 29th floor. That means Ill be the one who ran amok. It certainly sounds like you need to be a bit careful, because turning the administrators into enemies is quite a headache in the current situation. Thanks for the advice. Im always indebted to Mr. Rick. Among the administrators, I am the most likable and useful. After all, Rick is the only person I can trust. I dont know. Rick fiddled with the cocktail with the umbre in it. In that sense, Id like to suggest a game to spice up the holiday How, are you interested? Chapter 435 Episode 435. How each one spends their vacation (2) Ohh. A bet? An interesting smile formed on Jinhyeoks lips. Its nothing special. Think of it as an event Im providing for the unity of the Goinmul Corporation and the fun of the holiday. Oh! Its possible. Hmm. It makes me more suspicious when I say that. There was no way that the head of the mercenarypany would do such a thing to please others. But whatever it is, you can decide after listening to the conditions. That would be kind of fun. If it takes anything worth sweating for. Whoops. Anyway, would you like me to make the bet less exciting? Rick waved his hand lightly into the air. OK. Tring! [Rick Hennessys special quest has urred.] Description: The deceased corporation splits teams andpetes against each other, and the winning team receives Captains Hat (1 day) and Brewhill Desert Salt (1 bottle). We will give you a reward. [Captains Hat] Obtainability: Administrator Only Description: As long as life is not harmed, the wearer of this hat gains absolutemand over the rest of his colleagues. However, when several people share ownership of the hat, the absoluteness of themand can be weakened. [Salt of the Brewhill Desert] Difficulty to obtain: Administrator Only Description: By adding this salt to cooking, even the worst ingredients can be transformed into the best. Since it is the highest grade seasoning monopolized by the senior manager Kund, it is almost impossible for even the gods to obtain this salt. This something quite interesting came out. The captains hat was out of the question, but Salt of Brewhill Desert was a lure that Jin-hyeok, a gourmet, could not help but be interested in. Not only is it difficult to meet Kund, who rarely shows up. It was because it was difficult to even figure out where the personal territory of the guy who was constantly moving was in the tower. I tried almost all the ingredients that existed in the tower but one of the very few ingredients I couldnt get my hands on was that salt. Can this be enough to capture the heart of yer Kang Jin-hyuk? can you capture it? How delicious it would be if you sprinkled it on rainbow shrimp Gulp! My mouth watered down my throat just thinking about it. Ill do it. There was no worry. Jinhyuk grabbed Ricks hand. * * * A big variable urred in the peaceful vacation. It was because the condition Rick suggested was too lethal. [Team member selection time is 30 minutes.] [The 30 minutes will be the key to victory, so each person should carefully choose the captain of both teams.] [Remaining time: 0h: 29m: 59s] The timer started running. Everyone shook their heads in silence. -Are you saying that as long as I have the captains hat, that damn old man will crawl under me? Chun Yu-seong threw the medical book across the sandy beach. The important thing now is not to study where the bones are attached and which antibiotics are appropriate for each inmmation. Whether you give away a whole rib or die of inmmation, getting that hat in your hands is the priority. C Restrain the contractor, have a meal with the contractor, sprinkle roses in a nice lodging where the sunset sets alone with the contractor Kyaaaa! Blood spurted from Alices nose as she was imagining it. It was hard to endure the delusion that exceeded the limit. C Is it your turn to give the owner a shot? -Put the piranhas in the free pool -No. Wouldnt it be better to nose-feed the mint chocte that he likes so much? -I dont have enough time to pay back everything Ive received so far in 24 hours. C Everyone, be quiet. Head hurts. The spirit beasts also had different minds. What is certain is that this teampetition has more valuable rewards than anything else so far. The warm atmosphere is gone. Only those whose eyes were burning with greed and murder were left. First of all, well have to split the team. Chun Yuseong, who organized his thoughts, slowly opened his mouth. Yes, it should. But, can this be a bet? Everyone will try to be on my side Jinhyeok scratched his chin as if in trouble. A team game has to be bnced to some extent. If one side has an overwhelming advantage, it cannot be called a game. Even if its a swordsman with no budding hair. Sweet Potato, who has been with Alice, the contractor, from the moment she was born, is on her side. Of course, the spirit beasts and T-Bone, whom I have raised and cherished like my own children, wille to me. Blue Dragon also gave it a friendly name called Soft Hooded Cranes and even saved my life, but it would only hurt my mouth to say it. It was very obvious who Teresa and Wol-yeong would choose. After all, the fight is over before it even begins. however. huh? Jinhyuk felt something strange. For some reason, no one was standing around. Everyone huddled around Cheonyuseong as if they had promised. Even the contracted Alice, the sweet potato, and the spirit beasts. What, what? Why is everyone there? Jinhyuks voice became urgent. This is public opinion. It would be better to say freedom fighters against tyranny No, how good I was, Kuma. The times we had together. Have you forgotten all of them already? mosquito? Sweet Potato tilted her head. Dont work in vain. Sweet Potato said she was tired of your abuse. Right? Kumaya? Yes, eat this and cheer up. Chun Yuseong passed the bluish magic stone to the mouth of the sweet potato. Misleading! misread. damn swordsman guy. In the meantime, he even paid bribes. Gumaya. Are we going to fall apart because of that? Are we just that much? mosquito? Dont look naive like you dont know anything! Yes, magic stones. If you team up with me, Ill buy you a set of snacks exclusively for ancient species that are hot on the coin exchange. You know what? A special meal made with magic stone sauce thats full of nutrients? The time hase when you have to buy the very thing youughed at, asking if there are hogu who buy something like this. Mo, Mosquito! Sweet potato quickly came to where Jinhyeok was. At least one or one of them was barely captured. But there is a very long way to go. [The time limit has psed.] After 30 minutes were filled, the team selection was finallypleted. Jinhyeok looked at the sweet potato and Wolyeong next to him. I tried bribes, teasing and threatening, but in the end, this was the limit of the members I could gather. Due to their respective interests and personal grudges, the justice implementation team led by Chun Yu-seong gained an overwhelming advantage. On the other hand, the I Hate You Again team led by Jinhyeok failed to live up to its name. Ha ha! Its sad to see this. The three of us should do our best. If you can. Chun Yoo-seong exploded with light. As soon as I was certain of victory, the dark memories inside me slowly bloomed. Ah! If theres an underwaterpetition, you dont have to worry about your clothes getting wet. I have clothes specially prepared for you. Clothes? What clothes? Jin-hyeok asked, but Chun Yoo-seong only repeated what he had to say. Youll soon have to wear it for 24 hours. Its directly airlifted from France, so you dont have to worry about the quality. !? creepy Cold sweat ran down Jinhyuks back. Im not sure why. However, I strongly felt that I should never lose this bet. Soon the first game started. [Beach volleyball] It is literally a sport yed on sandy beaches. Usually, it is a game where good men and women burn their youth whileughing hahahaha, but here it is a little different. Because everyone was risking their lives in the game. Boooooung Quaang! I thought the sparks were shing, but Chun Yoo-seong put the spike down. fast. But Jinhyeok used the Gamma Cheonryeongbo to get the ball at once. Swoop. Haap! Wolyeongs toss followed. Mooogiii! The tail of the sweet potato, which rotated 720 degrees in the air, exploded. Because the rotation was properly loaded, the power was beyond imagination. Right then. No way! Alice, who activated blood magic, took the ball. Drops of blood spurted and the ball soared high into the sky. Stupiddy! Leave it to me! Whoops! The Blessing of the Stars was condensed into the ball. No, its not just a gathering level, its a level of capturing a huge meteor shower in one sphere. Wait, is that a bit harsh? Aside from receiving it, it was at the level of beingpletely evaporated just by being nearby. There are things I want to do as a captain. no i get it What if the captain kills the crew? Im ready to do anything for that. Jinhyeok-ssi said the same. From now on, live for myself. Thats true, but that doesnt mean you should let go of your mind. I dont know what kind of wish it was to stand on the same side as Elise. Teresa. Wait I tried to stop it, but it was toote. A dazzling light ran in a straight line. Wow! A huge golden cross appeared on the other side of the coat. * * * Same time. On one side of the tower, another variable was taking ce. I never thought Id have toe to a ce like this. Its really filthy hot. Massive physique with bulging muscles. The Lord of Thunder, Thor, holding Mjolnir,ined. Then, the other deities next to him broke the silence and uttered one word at a time. It cant be helped. Were in the position to ask for a favor. Loki, the god of mischief. By the way, is this right here? I cant see a single ant cub? Baldur, the god of light. I came exactly as you gave me the coordinates. Finally, there was Heimdall, the gatekeeper of Asgard. After losing Yggdrasil by Olympus, the remnant forces floating on the stairs shook off the hellish pursuit and arrived here at Oasis. Her body was exhausted from running down the stairs several times trying to avoid Hermes. Even the rest of the deities of Ragnarok, who took on the role of bait, would be being chased at this moment, so I couldnt help but feel more anxious. But Ive been through so much trouble. No one was seen near the oasis. Could it be that you were tricked? It cant be. That person said it himself. There must be some circumstances. Or, if you make a little more fuss, he might react. The moment when Thor and Lokis conversation continues one more time. Cuckoo Cuckoo! The entire oasis vibrated violently. Chapter 436 Episode 436. How each person spends their vacation (3) Kukukuku! Quicksand split left and right, and the water in the oasis was sucked into the sand. At the same time, powerful mana gathered. This is a phenomenon that urs when the manifestation of the Godhead takes ce. Thor and Loki stance. Baldur and Heimdall also looked ahead with nervous eyes. It was then that I heard the howl of an animal. Kreur! shoot it! The sand merged into one, and soon changed into the shape of a ck jackal. Anubis. One of the higher gods of Egypt was revealed. Theres even a bunch of damned white boysing in. Do you think this is your living room? Anubis growled. what? A thick tendon protruded from Thors forehead, but Loki took a step ahead of him. I apologize for trespassing on your territory without notice. I had no choice but to be rude because I had toe here to meet you. Who said that? If I said Kang Jin-hyuk would it be an answer? What? Did he tell you where to go? He said he wanted to meet me? Anubis eximed in surprise. It was because Jinhyeok ordered it even though no one else knew. Yes. I also added that I should tell you this. If the bnce of Pandemonium is disturbed due to Apocalypse, the time wille when Olympus, which is allied with it, will also be shaken. An unusual conversation broke out. Anubis grabbed his throbbing head. As expected, that madman threw the Kraken. Shit. Thats how it is. What does that have to do with you guysing to see me? Isnt it obvious why were here? Alliance. Thats Ragnarok and Egypt. Id like to propose a tripartite alliance between the Ancient Man Corporation. The depth of the conversation deepened even more. At first, it was just to chase down annoying uninvited guests. Now it has grown into something that can break the bnce of the upper sses at once. Its absurd. Do you want to join hands with people who can be used a little and defeated soldiers who have lost their base? Its a story. Anubis snorted. But Loki wasnt taken aback by that reaction. Rather, as if he had expected it, he took something out of his arms. If it was just trying to propose an alliance that only clings to you, you wouldnt havee all the way here. This is Anubiss pupils rapidly dted. Roaring! ck and white mes burned. Eternal Bonfire. A holy relic with the ability to hatch eggs of an ancient species. Ashes from the destruction of Yggdrasils roots, which contain the spring water of the sun. It is made by mixing it with other ingredients. I thought the chance of sess was less than 0.01% because the recipe was soplicated and difficult Yeah. was it like that. That guy told me about it. A yer with abilities too absurd to be human. It was a series of surprises and surprises from the first time we met. Because it was Kang Jin-hyeok who changed even his own perception, which he only looked at with regret. Speaking of his involvement, getting hold of the Eternal Bonfire in Ragnarok was no nonsense. Its not easy to refuse. For Egypt, which holds a number of ancient eggs. Bonfires, key to hatching eggs, were also hard to resist. Above all the information power of the Ancient People Corporation and the bonfire of Ragnarok. Finally, to the ancient species of Egyptian deities. Maybe a not-so-bad picture could be drawn. Certainly, we cant let them expand their power like this. Theres now that your next turn wont be us. An oasis that has be hideous because of the rampage of the Seven Deadly Sins. The result of trying to peacefully protect only ones territory is now in front of our eyes. Okay. Ill tell the rest of the gods. Anubis nodded. * * * At Paradise Ind, a fiercepetition was going on. Chun Yu-seong and Wol-young definitely shined in Blindfolding and Breaking the Watermelon. The two swordsmen, who were casting nonsensical nonsense to see with the minds eye, swung their swords at random. Kyaaaaaa! Not there! Im dying. I almost died. The spirit beasts jumped around. I have no choice but to be frightened because the blindfolded murderers are running amok. In the first ce, a war of nerves was unfolding between Chun Yu-seong and Wol-yeong, saying that each others swordsmanship was at a higher level. This game was getting to the point where it was hard to call it a game anymore. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! The two swords ran in a straight line and an oblique line. Dizzying sword marks on the sandy beach. The watermelon was split in half and red juice was sprayed in all directions. Same with Teresa from a moment ago. Everyone is insane. Fortunately, it is not just the two of them who are burning with the desire to win. How dare you discuss the strongest in front of Jim. Ill smash all the watermelons. [Ellis is Lv?? I activate Blood Spear!] The space opened and countless skewers appeared in the air. uracy is the lifeblood of the nature of being recognized as points only when exactly breaking the watermelon. But Alices skewer couldnt have such delicate control. Because it was the characteristic of Blood Spear to smash everything in front. Oh, no! Chun Yoo-seong hurriedly shouted, but Elises fingers had already reached out. Pupper puck! The score of the Justice Realization team, which was ahead by a narrow margin, fell to hell. [I hate it again (98 points) vs Justice (-146 points)] Round 2 is over. The opponent won the first round, so now the bnce has been reached. A situation with a score of 1:1. In the end, the winner was decided ording to thest pulling out the g on an uninhabited ind. Find the g nted on an uninhabited ind about 2km away from Paradise Ind. The team that picks it up first wins. How is it? Do you look okay? Jinhyeok carefully looked at the uninhabited ind in the distance and the flow of the waves. The waves arent rough but the other side wont leave them alone. Wolyeong nced at Chun Yooseong. There were demons making ns with evil faces. To forget the grace that fed, sheltered, and cared for. The cost of the coup should be punished with red blood a thousand times over. First of all, I have something in mind. Im not sure how well it will work, but Ill be able to make some variables. At least you can reach the ind first. After that, it will be overwhelmingly disadvantageous. I will only trust my lord. Now that this has happened, I dont want to lose to Cheon Yoo-seong either. I will definitely win even if it means sinking the other sides ship. Wolyeongs eyes burned with the desire to win. This guy seems to be getting worse and worse. At first, I think it felt like a sharp de abandoned by everyone Then, lets start the final game. Both teams, please prepare. Soon, the two ships Rick prepared went out to sea. It was a raft made roughly of tree trunks, so there seemed to be no sharp means other than rowing. But, we have Undine. There is also a Shinsoo who deals with the weather. The corners of Chun Yoo-seongs lips went up. Undine, the spirit of water. In particr, this poor spirit, who had a lot of resentment against Jinhyeok, was willing to sacrifice himself for revenge. One of the Four Gods, the Hooded Crane or Blue Dragon, also grabbed Yeouiju with a grim expression. Both are you really okay? Theres no way its going to be okay. Im sure youll pay the price for this job many times over. The past years were smeared on Undines face. A series of endless torture and pain. The Spiritual Beasts themselves knew better than anyone how severe the cost of betrayal would be. Even so. Even so. If I can save the fire of a small counterattack, if I can heal the wounds in my heart! I was ready to take a step into hell. Heh! A Shinsoo with a lofty soul has at least one conviction that must never be given up. Blue Dragon also calmly epted the aftermath of the future. That sacrifice. I wont forget it. Chun Yuseong nodded. [Undine activates Aqua st!] [Soft Hooded Cranes activates Weather Change!] Cuckoo Cuckoo! The justice teams ship was running at breakneck speed. On the other hand, heavy rain began to pour down along with dark clouds where Jinhyeok was. The gap widened immediately. Lord! I know! The key to this game is who gets to the ind first. Securing absolute time is the key to finding the hidden g. Jinhyeok hugged the sweet potato and went to the back of the raft. mosquito? Something entered the mouth of the sweet potato that tilted its head. magic stone. To be precise, it was a specially made magic crystal that was heavily coated with one of the best red sauces in the Tower of Trials. The reaction of the capsaicin liquid, which is so strong that it can be said to be a Thai chili pepper, was also fast. The ck skin turned red in an instant. Mooogiii! Fire spewed out of the sweet potatos mouth. Cuckoo Cuckoo! A storm raged more violently than Undines Aqua. The ship reversed in the blink of an eye. Damn it, that trash again! Chun Yoo-seong, who was worse than that, drew his sword. I cant let it go like that. Of course! I wont let the contractor get the hat! Teresa and Elise also raised their magical powers. Parts! Blood Spear, Christmas Baptism, and Death of a Soul. Three different skills exploded. It was a blow filled with the will to sink the ship. Lord! Wolyeong hurriedly shouted. Teresa and Chun Yoo-sungs attacks alone are not formidable, but even Elise came forward with sincerity. Thats a level that is impossible to offset or deflect. Yes, thats how my employees are. Jinhyuk chuckled andughed. It is aw that only those steeped in madness can enter, which is a condition for joining the Goinmul Corporation. If I had been just watching, I might have been rather disappointed with this one. My lord, its not just admiration If that hits, well all die! Its okay. Jinhyeok reassured Wolyeong, who was contemting. First, there is a card that can withstand no matter how strong an attack is. Mosquito? The so-called Ancient Shield. All attacksing from different directions can only be countered through the sweet potato. Kwaang! Exploding white mes . Mosquito !? The harpoon made with thest blood blew away Sweet Potatos spirit in an instant . Dont forget it. Jinhyeok ced a white tissue on the sweet potatos eyes. The sweet potato, which had consumed its limited magic power, could no longer participate in the game. Come again! Wolyeong shouted again . As if trying to cross over by boat, Chun Yoo-seong was poised to jump. Yes, if it were you, I would have thought so. He must have wanted to fight the game himself. But, anyway. I also have at least one hidden card left. A reliable colleague who can be on your side at any time. Ugh! The subspace inventory is opened To block the enemy. huh. you can do it. Ill try. The odds are half-and-half. Frey collided with Chun Yu-seong in the air holding two short spears. Chapter 437 Episode 437. How each one spends their vacation (4) Keugh! Chun Youseong bit his mr. Battle at sea. Frey, who handled the two pikes like pinwheels, was extremely picky. Emotions werepletely blocked off, so there was no wastage in each attack. Caang! Kakakakang! Eventually, Chun Yoo-seong stepped back. Took Frey lightlynded on the justice teams raft. The order received is to buy time as much as possible. It doesnt matter if there is a chance or not. The only thing that matters is that the one and only owner wants to protect this ce. This blue-haired doll! Dont get out of the way!? Ellis let out and screamed. sloppy women are not popr. What, what? 1985 cases rted to media. 256 cases for movies. 335 cases for web novels. All of them are statistics showing that women with high self-esteem are attractive. Who is this goddamn doll talking about poprity to now! Me too I was popr over there too! Kwaaang! Alice, unable to control her anger, released all her magic. Of course, there was no way a raft could withstand that storm. Roaring! Smoke billowing wildly. Jinhyuk felt the hot heat behind his back. Fray seeded. [Inherited skill Will of Ocean Current is activated!] The flow of seawater continued smoothly. Riding on the tailwind, the boat began to slide forward. good. This put me at least a few tens of minutes ahead. how long has it been like that? The raft Jinhyeok and Wolyeong were on reached an uninhabited ind. My lord, what do you n to do from now on? Well To be honest, I cant be sharp from here either. It was because the time to prepare was so short, and only Rick would know where the g would be on this uninhabited ind. All that remains is to find it yourself based on the time you have secured. An opponent with a numerical superiority will have an advantage. Right, so we have to find them quickly before theye. You take the west side of the ind. Ill start from the east. Going clockwise, well meet at the center of the ind. Name of honor. Ill try to find a ce with a high probability of having a g in the highest possible ground. The two of them flew in different directions. * * * The n was pretty perfect. I tried to make the best result by selecting only the most likely options in the given environment. its okay! Thanks to this, Jinhyeok was able to reach the ce where the g was located in a short time. Due to Ricks usual nature, its not the hardest ce to find, but Could it be there? It was effective to anticipate that the g would have been ced where it should be. red g. widely! Jinhyeok spurred on the speed. My body jumped between the valleys at once and headed forward riding the wind. As expected, the goddess of luck is on my side. No matter how difficult the situation, it was decided to win in the end. okay. Until now, it always has been. Its just the goddess of luck didnt smile at herself this time. Percussion! Took! found! I found it Huh? Alice and Teresa jumped out from different directions. Unbelievable. I never thought Id get caught by those two with my target right in front of me. In addition, Alice had a soft hooded crane. Teresa had the 5 elemental spirit beasts with her. the worst. No, stop it! You cant take away the g! Blue dragon! At the cry of the spirit beasts, the hooded crane liberated Yeouijus magical power. Kuuuuuu! If possible, die! Please! Parts side! A thunderstorm poured from the dark clouds. at the same time. The spirit beastsunched different elemental attacks. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Pew! shit. Jinhyuk quickly threw himself to the side. I wont be attacked openly, but those guys Connection isnt a joke? I havent been able to feel it properly because Ive been fighting together, but Im sure I know it because Im meeting as an enemy. Maybe its because I rolled it over and over again. The synergy of the five spirits was surprisingly excellent. His ability to block retreats and predict where to move was also sharp. Jinhyeok, who even used the Sword Demon Cheonryungbo, moved left and right. But avoiding it is not enough. It was because Alice and Teresa were approaching within reach of the g before they knew it. it goes like this If something doesnt work right then. !? Something shed through Jinhyuks mind like lightning. Wait, wait a minute! Did you read the characteristics of your captains hat correctly? Thats it Of course Ive read it. Thats why Im having this hard time! Then, you know that splitting ownership of the hat makes it less effective? I dont know what you guys want, but wouldnt a halved reward with less binding power taste less? . . Alice and Teresa looked at each other. Come to think of it I only cared about winning every match right now. We never talked about it after that. However, what is certain is that in order to achieve each persons wishes, they must never give up their hats. First of all, Ill take the hat and distribute the authority fairly. Elise broke the silence first. I Theresa hesitated. He hadnt been able to make his point strong yet, so he had no choice but to silently watch Ellis reach out his hand. however. match! Oops! With a crackling sound, the light fell on the back of Elises hand. What if this Sundingi is tricked? Its obvious that hes trying to cheat. And where are you trying to monopolize the g with your dirty hands? Teresas mood changed 180 degrees. Corruption. The dark personality that had been tightly hidden raised its head. This stupid saintess! Ehh. What is a childish fool? A fool. Even thenguage level is exactly what suits him. Is that what you just said to me? To me? If its something you said to a kid, yes. Thats right. A spark flew between the two. Like an enemy, no one will win, even if they die. Did this allow me to breathe again It was when Jinhyeok let out a small sigh of relief. Knock! The g was pulled as is. Alice and Teresa had seized the g at the same time. huh? what the hell just happened? An earthquake urred in Jinhyeoks pupils. My mouth hung open in a daze at the result I couldnt understand. why? For some reason, I just thought it was more important to get the reward first, even if the effect is reduced, rather than to miss the opportunitypletely fighting this stupid vampire. Ahem! Contractor. We already knew that the contractor woulde out like that. Our strategy to induce people to be vignt at the end worked well. Even in order to prevent long-distance containment through barrier or cier shaping. A y like this was necessary. It was also really worth the effort. [All games have ended.] [The winner is the Justice team.] [Rewards will be settled.] With the status window appearing one after another The vacation in Paradise Ind is over. No, it was just the beginning for some. * * * It is soft to the touch. The tight fit also came out with admiration. After all, its made in France, so its made in France. Maybe its strangely addictive. Jinhyuk thought so without even realizing it. I hitherto thought that the worldughed at and deceived those who tried. Chun Yoo-seong pondered over the past. Its a matter of course. It was me who always experienced only frustration and bitter failure in front of you. Its only natural that I was disappointed and struggled hundreds of times. I epted that as my destiny. but. As expected, even heaven will not abandon those who make an effort. Chun Yoo-seongs mouth twitched. As if you want to die for love. Stop it. Youve already eaten a lot. Arent you tired of repeating the same words for ten hours already? At least I dont think Ill be bored in this life. If the only regret is that the broadcasting system is not active, its a pity Well, as you said, this is enough to alleviate the regret, so the rest willeter. Lets pass it on to our friends who are waiting. The Spirit Beasts and the Soft Hooded Cranes who won the game were also anxiously waiting for the right moment to use the hat. Although they couldnt do everything they wanted because their powers were divided. He seemed content to show that even earthworms wriggle when stepped on. Then, see you again. Ill have a good time preparing for the exam. Chun Yuseong smiled brightly and left. Jim, Jim doesnt think this look is bad either. Alice clung to Jinhyeoks side. Seeing that he smiles like a chewing gum that has everything in the world, it seems that these are not empty words. Itspeaceful. Really, I wanted something like this. This time with the contractor. As I was drinking a freshly made Tropica drink on the beach at sunset, it seemed that all the worries in the world had disappeared. as far as this moment. The pressure of having to regain the position of head of Ataraxia. I was able to forget all the other giants in the tower and other troublesome things. Contractor. Imand you as the captain. Hurry up and have a drink there. Its a drink Jim made with specially delicious apples. Hey! There! Dont get too attached. You havent forgotten, right? Youre not the only one who owns it. Teresa pulled Jinhyeok from the other side. Thanks to that, I missed the timing to feed the tree of good and evil cocktails. What are you doing! Its not that its a ready-made meal I was just trying to quench my thirst together! It means that its much better to be with this body than with a kid like you. Look, look. Even if its not, youre honest with your body, arent you? Theresas white fingers tickled the nape of Jinhyeoks neck. thick and He felt the hot breath in Jinhyuks ear. Just say youll be mine. The way the corrupted y is so much fun. Lord, I want to die! Who said I could do that!? Oh my God. Is the progress too fast for my little one? Its fast! Me too Ive been studying a lot! Alice hugged Jinhyeoks arm tightly. Really it varies. Jinhyeok lowered his head as if he had given up on everything. Lets hold on to the thought that only 10 hours in the next 10 hours will be dead. All sorts of contempt and ridicule from the spirit beasts in the future will eventually end with time Jinhyeok endured and endured with just that one thought. And finally. [All 24 hours have ended.] [The effect of the Captains Hat has ended.] Pass A hat that turns into powder and scatters. Hey? Undine was the first to wake up from a sweet dream. My whole body froze as the living blood seeped into my bones. Is 24 hours over already? I thought it was like 5 minutes or so? Words that deny reality came and went. However, no matter how hard he tried, he couldnt change the fact that all 24 hours had passed. Was everyone having fun? Yes. It must have been fun. How thrilling must have been? Jinhyeok giggled as if he had lost his mind. The humiliation suffered until now I engraved it well into my bones. Enough to rewind it 12 times every night before bed. now. Its time to give it all back. Everyone, take a position. At least assume that you are fighting a godhead and prepare for a raid No, just run away. You must leave this ind! Right now! Chun Yoo-seong ordered his throat to burst. [The zodiacal sign Sagittarius is open!] But there is nowhere to run. Kwaek! A hooded crane trying to ascend into the sky was hit by a huge piece of ice and crashed into the sea. Hey. Swim. Swim! Paddle! You can do it. You can buy it! Zero, zero. Its young and nabal, and it seems like were all ruined? The spirit beasts who hurriedly climbed onto the raft met a simr fate. A roaring fireball swallowed the ship whole. Ranging. Rumbling. Bonesbones melting! Mooogiii! This ce is hell. Because no one dared to stop the anger of the deceased wearing a maid outfit. Chapter 438 Episode 438. A rapidly changing world (1) [The 44th floor of the Tower of Trials.] Guntapers territory No, the ce where it used to be was horribly ruined. Tadak Tadak. The lingering fire that hasnt been extinguished yet. As if it had been hit by a nuclear shower. Huge craters were visible everywhere. And in the middle was a half-destroyed building. Guntapers personal pce. What about the damage? Guntafer opened his mouth with a nonchnt expression. Then, the demons standing on the left and right trembled in shock. It was because the blow was bigger than I imagined, so I didnt know if I would face the anger as it was if I told it as it was. But that doesnt mean you cant say anything. One of the demons summoned courage. The 15th and 22nd Divisions, which fought the Kraken at first, were destroyed, and in the midst of this, three top-ranking Demons in the Earl ss were killed. Andter, the Lich Magic Troops I already know roughly the damage to my troops . It means to report if there is any damage to be done. Yes Yes! That The Heir Crypt has evaporated. If its a crypt, you mean that even the queen was killed? Yes, yes. Perpuck! The head of the demon who was reporting disappeared as it was. The body, which had lost its head, stumbled and copsed on its side. Damn it Guntafers face was distorted. Stop mass-producing troops again. However, Heire is a high-ranking species that is different frommon demons. Despite its size of up to 5m, it possessed amazing mobility and speed, and even excelled in groupbat . They were absolutely necessary to be a demon one day Since the queen whoid one egg per month died, everything went to waste. Because of that one guy, Kang Jin-hyeok, not anyone else. Hmm. I guess the timing for us wasnt very good. It was then that a new voice intervened. The godhead on the other side of Guntafer shrugged. A slim woman with a golden shield and spear. It was Athena, the goddess of victory who came to the underworld on behalf of Olympus. Next to her was the god of war, Ares, who was also armed with a simr type. Because of family problems, youve shown the guests from far away what they shouldnt see. Guntafer lowered his head slightly. No. We also saw the situation here and thought it was worth being disturbed. Yeah, he ran really badly. I think that one human did more damage than the whole of Ragnarok. The two deities looked around as if they understood. The word miserablees out of nowhere. It was enough to feel that it was the worst disaster that could exist in the tower. Right then. Whoops! Thest member of this meeting appeared. that buck A rather heavy step. It was Hasting, the senior manager. everyone came first. however. Hastings appearance was different from usual. Hasting-sama, how did you lose your left arm? The scars on your face look pretty big too Gunthafers eyebrows curled in a reversed line. How could a senior manager suffer such a serious injury? Does that make sense? No matter how crazy he was, he never attacked a senior manager. There were only a handful of forces that had the ability to do so. It doesnt matter what I look like, everyone, stop paying attention. Hastings responded coldly. A sharp reaction was inevitable. because this was the result of all that loyalty. left arm and right eye. They were taken by the primeval beings due to repeated failures. At least his life wasnt taken, but the loss was too painful to take that asfort. If I fail one more time, I might really die. To this day, the memory of Nyathotep cutting off his arm while still alive lingered in his mind. Hastings swallowed dry saliva and opened his mouth. ording to information obtained independently, the remnants of Ragnarok made contact with the Egyptian gods. What is that? Is that true? Ares and Athena eximed in surprise. This is because Olympus, who was tracking down the defeated soldiers of Ragnarok, was concerned about their whereabouts. It is undeniably true. They went that way Yes. To join forces. However, the two forces must have had no contact with each other until now? There is no reason for Egypt to ept it, especially if Ragnarok, who has lost its foundation, goes to visit it first. There is nothing to be gained, but a situation where only the rest of the forces can be stimted. Egypt will never ept an alliance. but. Unlike the two deities of Olympus, Guntapers thinking went one step further. If a third party hadnt intervened in the meeting between the two, that would have been the case. Everyone knows, doesnt he? That guy has always been in the movements of the forces so far. Give reasons to ally. You have to assume that youve found something that maximizes each others strengths. For example, finding a way to hatch the eggs of an ancient species that Egypt possesses. furthermore. Right now, when the Demon Realm is in chaos, it must be the best time for him to make a move. Isnt Hasting-sama also looking forward to that and calling us all together? Thats right. Im also assuming that Kang Jin-hyeok is behind everything. Then, we must step on the seed of the alliance before it fully blooms. Guntafer waved his hand lightly. Roaring! A subus with restrained limbs appeared along with the mes. Haa haa Remia let out a heavy breath. The unfocused pupil constricted and dted repeatedly. Just in time, its the humans turn to go to the 30th floor. The 30th floor has the most unique feature among all the floors that exist in the Tower of Trials. We just have to outwit this filthy traitor and use the unique properties of his steps to catch him off guard. If the opponent wants to move one step ahead, you just have to move two steps first. He was confident in any number of fights. From a low-level demon to bing a demon king with the title ofmander of a corps. Because I have experienced countless wars and intrigues. * * * Twit! Chirp! Chirp! I could hear birds chirping under the warm sunlight. Its peaceful. Jinhyeok looked at the street full of autumn leaves. Spending time outside the tower for a long time made everything feel rxed and rxed. Especially when served with warm americano and tiramisu cake. Ohhh! What is this? It melts in your mouth. Elises eyes twinkled. Crople with plenty of Nute, which is said to be the devils food. I put vani ice cream on top of it, so I cant help but taste it. Alice, who had already emptied the 7th te, set her eyes on the bread filled with cream puffs and red beans. Adding a handful of macarons is a bonus. Everythings good, but if you eat like that, youll end up rolling around? Did you tell Jim? Yeah. A vampire that cant fly, isnt it a bit sad? Heh! What do you mean by Jim? No matter how much Jim eats, he can maintain a slim body. Elise proudly shrugged. Hmm well. Apart from that, it seems that Jiji is saying goodbye here? Jinhyeok stabbed Alice in the stomach with a spoon. The white flesh moved softly. Uh, how dare you! Huh? Really. No, when did Jim get fat Elise hurriedly ran to the mirror. Then he staggered back with a shocked expression on his face. Would you like more chocte? I heard that the bosss rmended menu is to sprinkle with candy powder? Register, contractor Jim, chicken breast sd and cherry tomatoes, please. What about the dressing? Blood I dont need it. Its a luxury. Elise lowered her head with a face that had lost everything in the world. Looking at it like this, its pretty cool. Speaking of weight, I should have gained 1 kg or not, but I felt as if I was genuinely shocked by what he said jokingly. Right then. Huh. Unlike you, you know a pretty cool cafe. I waste toe because the road was so blocked. Im sorry. Chun Yoo-seong and Teresa entered the caf. ck and beige. The two of them, wearing fancy long coats, could be believed to be movie stars. Wow Look at that. Its Cheon Yuseong. That Sword Saint. So handsome, my God The real thing was real. The real thing. Theres also Teresa. Shes a popr figure thats hard to meet unless youre on View Tube. Come to think of it, arent they all members of the Inmul Corporation over there? Amotion broke out in the cafe. With so many attention-grabbing popr people gathered, of course wordse out. It will be difficult to hold a meetingfortably like this. Or should we move? There must be a quieter ce No, this is perfect. Wait a minute, hey. Wait a minute? Jinhyeok hurriedly stopped the two who were about to get up. If you leave here, everything will be for nothing. Its filthy suspicious What the hell are you doing? Its a trick. Im just innocent Jinhyeok said, checking his watch. Its almost time toe. at that moment. Wheein! With the sound of a spaceship taking off, white sports cars approached the cafe and started to park one after another. Porsche Taycan Turbo S models. Sreung! Chun Yuseong drew his sword halfway. Youd better choose carefully what you say from now on. What are all those cars? If you really say one word wrong, youll end up getting stabbed in a cafe. Haha Well, there are some sponsorsing in from the otherpany. They said they would give you a car for free if you show our members getting in the car. So the reason we came this far was simply to promote the car? Its not always like that. Yooseong-ah? Ouch! You got stabbed. You say youre bleeding? Jinhyuk took a step back. This is what the president of the association also asked for. Crab, and you decided to provide the items needed to clear the 30th floor? Han Sang-jin, president of the association? The de fell slightly from his neck. It seemed like there was room for a little conversation thanks to the medical student who was thorough with Jang Yoo-Yuseo. Yeah. Anyway, I was supposed toe back a littleter. Anyway, did I ept that offer out of self-interest? So, you mean just taking pictures? That, that To be honest, I need to do a little more. Jinhyeok took out the costume he received from the other party. A racing car needs clothes that match it. Among the Goinmul Corporation, Chun Yoo-seong, Teresa, and Elise must wear this outfit. . Just. Die. Im going to cut it. Mr. Jinhyeok. Wow, to wear such a shameful thing. Its a disgrace to the Ataraxia family! This time , the anger of the three went straight to Jinhyeok. It wasnt reporters who wanted to cover the corporation, it wasnt Han Sang-jin who decided toe, a ck suit with sunsses, and a ck cross on his white gloves, in contrast. Chapter 439 Episode 439. The world is changing catastrophically (2) after the Tower of Trials appears. The world has changed. This is because the existingws and customs could no longer represent the new world. The power of the awakened yers increased day by day. The power of the government to stop him was diminishing day by day. the result is this. Upon learning of the existence of a new world, the Vatican attempted a radical transformation. Based on the existing strong social foundation and capital power, it began to grow at a tremendous speed. He interrogated cultists mercilessly. Throughmunication with Eden, a number of pdins were produced. Thats why in a short period of time, evenrge guilds have grown into a huge force that is hard to ignore. In particr, the yers called Heretic Questioner were all rankers who were selected as apostles of Eden. Miss Teresa. The crest symbolizing the new Vatican. This is the cardinals order to summon him to the Vatican immediately. Regarding the work on the 29th floor a hearing was held to ask for responsibility for the sacrifice. Youd better follow me quietly. Unless you want a fuss. number three. Faintly raising divine power would be a kind of armed demonstration. The noisy guests were quickly kicked out. The entourage from the Vatican hadpletely quarantined the cafe. I-I Theresa stammered, troubled. As long as the Rosenberg family is involved, the subpoena cannot be ignored. It was because it was on the European side that not only who would be in the family, but also where Teresa herself officially belonged. However, if you followed it obediently, it was hard to see anything good. Because no one could be sure what would happen inside the Vatican, which is recognized as extraterritorial. Took! The sword sheath hit the Heretic Questioners chest. Who do you want to take with you? Chun Yuseong poured out cold energy. Youre the famous Cheon Yoo-seong yer. Im sure I heard that you have a pretty temper Hmm. Now, do you mean that outsiders will interfere in the affairs of the Vatican? An outsider? Teresa is also one of our members. Putting a holy cause and a mere guild on the same line Sinners, indeed. People like you are so consistent. Im not surprised anymore. The Heretic Questioner said as if he knew that. The other two also added one word at a time. If it gets in the way, it will be a problem at the national level. Just because its arge guild wont be able to fight against the whole country, right? Besides, Im sure you all know how dangerous it is to touch Eden. Especially since Teresa-san will be in a lot of trouble on the uing 30th floor. yers who are fully supported by Eden. In particr, the heretic inquisitors,posed of apostles, even possessed the holy relics possessed by each angel. If this is the case, it will be more than enough to make up for the shorings of thete start. This is the reason why the Heretic Questioners are afraid. but. It wasnt a corporation with a dead figure that would make such threats work. I know there are those winged ones behind you. So, what does that mean? Do you want me to put on a frightened face? Sreung! Chun Youseong drew his sword. Geeoi If you want, Ill deal with you. The other side also took out their weapons. In an instant, the atmosphere froze. The hahahohoughs are nowhere to be heard. A breathtaking battle of nerves unfolded among the top rankers. Right then. Stop shaking and sit down. Dont ignorantly try to wield a knife. Jinhyuk smiled brightly. Chun Youseong flinched and inserted the sword. It was a bonus to sit in a small ce. Because he knew better than anyone what that smile meant. On the other hand, the Heretic Questioners did not listen to Jinhyeoks warning. What about the conversation now I guess this is what its like not to be able to put it in detail. Haa The smile disappeared from Jinhyeoks expression. In an instant, a tremendous amount of magic power pressed down around the table. I told you to sit down. Cuckoo coo! Gagging? Turn off . Pressure beyond imagination. It is like the first time you encounter an angel who has manifested itself. However, it was the hounds belonging to the Vatican who did not care even if they knew they would die. This, this thing! We are the apostles chosen by the angels! Parts! [Onomas stigma is activated!] A dazzling brilliance dwelled on the 70cm long sword reminiscent of a cross. An authority used by the higher angels of Eden. It is Onomas stigma. This power, much higher than ordinary divine power, had the effect of blowing away the opponents magical power when hit. In other words, the more you hit them, the stronger they be. Jinhyeok sent the sword that came out horizontally. If you have to be beaten toe to your senses I had no choice but to step on it very properly. light. fast. Jinhyeok, who moved with the minimum amount of motion, mmed his fist. Quaang! It was hard to believe that he was simply swinging his fist. The table shattered and the person was pinned to the floor. It could be said that it was almost simultaneous. The handle of Hongryeon dug into the chest of another Heretic Questionering from behind. Pugak! Kwaaaak! The pain of breaking ribs. The heretic inquisitors, who said they were long, copsed without being able to resist properly. I never thought that Onomas stigmata, which boasted of his killer skills, would be so helpless. Its on a different level than what we saw in the video. Indeed, not everyone wants to make them enemies. Thest remaining blond man let out a small sigh. I dont know why youre overdoing it when you know it well. Is belief more important than 12 weeks of transposition? Youll never know, even if it takes your whole life. What weight Gods will carries. What we can do for that. Everything. Actually, I dont even want to understand. Jinhyeok took his stance again. Since the water had already been spilled, I nned to subdue the opponent at once and wait for Han Sang-jin toe. No matter how strong the Vaticans influence is, it will be enough if this side also responds at the national level. Even if the government took a stance that it was difficult, it could have covered this matter with just the name of the Goinmul Corporation. Even if forced. As much as that, the Goinmul Corporation was in a position that even the great powers could not do anything about. but. Who would touch the hive other than these fanatics? The situation has already been sorted out with the remainingrge guilds. These guys were the only ones who couldnt figure out the subject properly. Whoops! A golden sh burned through the mans sword. As a leader, his energy is iparable to those he dealt with earlier. Even the tangible golden magic began to flow so naturally. No thats a bit harsh, isnt it? How is it possible for humans to develop stigmata of such high purity? something is a little strange It didnt make sense for even an apostle to have such sensitivity. Jinhyeok activated Eye of Gluttony. Tring! [Personal Info] Name: Keh Level: 129 Unique ability: Onomas stigma Skill: Strengthen Divinity Lv19 Sacred Regeneration Lv18 Power of Solidarity Lv18. Guardian of an Angel (Passive) Lv17 Copy condition: Nephilim, a mixed blood of angels and humans, are sacred and cursed at the same time. It is a useful chess piece from Edens point of view, but at the same time it is a disgraceful result that I want to hide. A being who is not weed anywhere and silently fulfills his duties. In order to copy the Nephilims ability, you must convert him. After looking at the status window, all doubts were answered. I see. Was that why you were so bold? To see the Nephilim here. A mixture of angels and humans. The Nephilim possessed abilities as rare as their existence. The alien ability to move outside the tower without any restrictions while being a resident. Moreover, if the Nephilim were wounded, the angel could directly harm the enemy who wounded them. Touching the Nephilim was tantamount to madness. It was only now that I understood why the pdins from the Vatican were running amok so recklessly. With the support of angels as well as the Nephilim who can work outside the tower, of course there is nothing to be afraid of. Its fun. In this case, the story ispletely different. If only the nephilim can be boiled well, the members of the Goinmul Corporation will be able to preupy the high ground when they go to the 30th floor. Insidious thoughts began to fill Jinhyeoks head again. * * * Why arent you attacking me? Did you just step out without hesitation? Keh, who was confronting Jinhyeok, tilted his head. I bet he didnt notice my existence. There is no way ordinary humans know about the Nephilim. Because it was his identity that only the upper echelons of the Vatican and a few Inquisitors knew about. but. Seeing Jinhyeok inserting the dagger with a smirk, I couldnt shake off my uneasy feelings. Swoop. Jinhyeok came into Kehs gap. Kehs thoughts went nk for a moment at his defenseless appearance. The response to attack was dyed by about 0.1 second. Kuk! Keh btedly tried to swing his sword. however. Hmm, I didnt think of this, but was it Nephilim? Somehow, it was a little different. By the way, the guy whose name is Nephilim also points a sword at the archangels apostle, right? Outrageous words came out of Jinhyuks mouth. You how did you? how Because Im real. Otherwise, how would I know who you are? The casual words continued. As far as acting skills go, it has already risen as high as the water, so even looking at a stone and saying it is gold, I was able to convince him. Not to mention the tone of voice or non-verbal gestures, but was it because of the usual karma? The reaction of the people around them was cold. Theres absolutely no way that would happen. If youre in the demon world, you wouldnt know. Even angels cant choose you without blinding them. Jinhyeok-ssi what else are you going to do The contractor is really great in many ways. Even the members of the Goinmul Corporation, who were watching, clucked their tongues. Sometimes I cant tell if those kids are on the same side or the enemy. I cant believe the archangel couldnt have chosen a cult like you. Never, never Naturally, Keh shook his head violently. But this isnt an unfounded bravado. He had a magic word that would make even a pants-off Archangele running . The refined Jinhyeok muttered to the air . Please.] A golden status window appeared in front of Jinhyeok and Keh. It was definitely a message that only the archangels of Eden could use. Chapter 440 Episode 440. to the 30th floor. (1) I cant believe it Keh stuttered. It takes considerable effort even for the deities of the tower to send messages to the floors below. Even more so, if the boundary was outside the tower, not the tower I couldnt even imagine what an outrageous price he would have paid. Did I really receive the protection of an archangel-level angel? I didnt know what the book was, but it must have been worth beyond imagination. And looking at the confused Keh. The corners of Jinhyeoks mouth twisted subtly. yeah i knew it Even though the angels were Magpie, they probably wouldnt have told their followers about Edens internal circumstances. If you confess the antagonism of the archangels, that would be to damage your own sanctity. In other words, only the high-ranking angels know that the interior of Eden has been split. The Nephilim, who mainly work outside, have no choice but to be caught by this word. [The divine character Announcer of Victory asks for information quickly.] [Cries out to do not ignore his words.] [Dont ignore them!] The status windows are pouring in like crazy, but Jinhyeok passed Gabriels earnest request. Because there was no reason to do anything right now anyway. Ah thats right. A book. Hmmm. Thats I thought that the book was somewhere on the 40th floor until a while ago, but it seems that this guy had legs and disappeared soon after. Well, anyway, its filthy and hard to get. . Right? [The divine person Announcer of Victory insists that that makes sense.] [ As it is a promise made with honor, I demand that you faithfully fulfill it.] I, too, know. I know how can I not? Do? Jinhyeok put an iron te on his face. with stupid words. It is Gabriels side that is desperate and regretful, not this side. Especially now, when the radical angels, including Raphael and Uriel, have the upper hand. In the end, the only thing I can trust and rely on is the Necronomicon. It was the fate of the poor angel to have no choice but to be dragged around as this side ordered. Of course, if you only give a whip, there may be side effects . Even without being so provocative, I found one strong clue. The sound of the bugs turned out to be flies living in the Invisible Lake. [The godhead The One Who Tells Victory will tell you where theke is] [The status window will be forcibly closed.] This is the end of the conversation. Jinhyeok closed the status window and looked at Keh. How, do you think this has been proven enough? Youre an archangels apostle. Its still hard to believe, but the circumstances seem to be true. Keh reluctantly lowered his sword. Now that this has happened, there is no reason to take Teresa with him. The Vatican will understand the failure of this mission. Return. Ha, but! If it were known that I had sumbed to the cultist I would have said I was responsible? Keh rolled his eyes. The Heretic Questioners rolled their tails at the sudden order. All right. Lets withdraw. Then, well be on our way. Going? Who wants? Jinhyeok opened the subspace inventory. what? Weve been having a good time together, but weve been interfering as much as we can. And while threatening Teresa youre saying that nothing happened? thats notmon sense I dont know anything else about the deceased person corporation, but I remember the grievances wonderfully. What came out of the subspace inventory was a wooden club made of birch. This cool, heavy feeling. A long time. So, what do you want me to do gagging? baek! The stick hit the thigh. Keh gasped in excruciating pain. First of all, should I change my habit of talking to the archangels apostle? Its very ufortable to hear. Im sorry. Ill stop Kkeaaaa! The horse is still short. Is that snout a problem? Fuck! puck! Pupper puck! The club moved more relentlessly. Im sorry! Itste. Lets just talk a little more. Lets talk about itter. back shoulder arm. Doong Doong Tak! Doong Doong Tak! The beating, which even felt a strange sense of rhythm, was harsh. To the extent that the rest of the Heretic Questioners, who do severe torture as their profession, felt fear. -As expected, that devil. I kept in mind what happened on Paradise Ind. -I think Jinhyeok is worse than the Vatican. C Hmm. After all, its cool for contractors to beat people. that smile that move. Seriously, why are you so proud? Haha. Im going crazy. How much time had passed like that? The long, long beating finally stopped. Turn off The clean ck suit turned into a dusty mess. The sunsses were smashed and rolled on the floor. The lofty and proud Nephilim have turned into patients in the intensive care unit. good. This was enough to give it a good squeeze. No matter how hard a guy is, he wont be able to maintain his usualposure once hes been hit on both his mind and body. You two go off. Give me three seconds. Jinhyeok threatened the other two except for Keh. Since the two of them had seen Keh beaten like a dog, there was no vomit or false loyalty. This allowed us to have a quiet conversation. Im going to ask you some questions from now on, and I hope you answer well, as I personally like yes-men. Unless you want to send a new Nephilim from Eden to the Vatican. Dont tell me. What theme will the Vatican choose on the 30th floor? The 30th floor of the Tower of Trials. Here, yers and residents team up to take on various types of tasks. Most of the time, going into a scene in mythology or history and clearing it is the standard. The problem is that what one person picks up, others end up choosing. Depending on which residents and which theme you choose, the difficulty will changepletely. It is important to preupy information. Because each theme has different rewards. In order to climb the tower in the future, figuring out who acquired what items and rewards was a basic thing for the deceased to know. Thats Ah, was it a bit difficult to say? Its okay. It can be. Booung! Jinhyeok lightly swung his club. Ill help you feel less guilty. Dont worry too much. Oh no! [The Hundred Years War]. Thats the theme were going to pick. ! I thought calling Teresa that was trying to hold her ountable. Was it summoned to attack the 30th floor? In reproducing the history of Joan of Arc, the help of the saintess was a task that had to be preceded. Just knowing this is a pretty big ie. Prophet. If you have any questions Can I go now? No, actually, I have one more favor for you. The person who will tell you everything inside the Vatican. At the same time, he needs a helper who can freely move around the stairs and tell him the inside information of Eden. If it was a Nephilim, it wouldnt be noticeable, and it was a very useful card. What do you think about bing an intern at a promisingpany? Jinhyuks fingertips sparked. * * * While the two weeks passed, each guild was fully prepared to attack the 30th floor. Thanks to Jinhyuks attack on the 29th floor, all yers were able to challenge the 30th floor. and present. In the Grand za on the first floor of the Tower of Trials, numerous people were forming a sea of phosphates. Its finally starting. I see, what choice will everyone make? Youll find out in a little while. Reporters swallowed dry saliva. Due to the work on the 29th floor the other day,rge guilds suffered enormous damage. It was because the disappointment reached its peak at the fact that he did not fight against the Apocalypse properly and left behind. In addition, the death of rankers and top yers in each guild also yed a part in reducing the status ofrge guilds. The Gandhara Guild is over. Its beenpletely ruined since losing Nirasha? Because even the deities of the millennium will go looking for other apostles. Comparatively, the guild is small, but the guild is on a winning streak. Coborating with thete Inmul Corporation was a big deal. The evaluation of yer Maria also went up sharply. The same goes for the Japanese side who helped at thest minute. The whispering grew louder. In a situation of mixed joy and sorrow. Whoops! Several space movement magics unfolded at the same time. Finally, guilds willing to participate on the 30th floor began to gather in one ce. A samurai who fights against titans. I saw familiar faces. chump chump chump! The camera shutter spewed fire. There, definitely take a picture! Close-ups from the top tier of each guild. Yes. Of course, we should start with the master. The reporters concentrated all their nerves so as not to miss a single scene. After that, those who were not familiar with it also showed up one by one. Following those who were eliminated fromrge guilds due to heavy damage. They were the second-inmand who hid in the shadows. In addition, arge number of medium-sized guilds appeared to attack the 30th floor. Most of them are chaffs. But there are some that look useful. Jinhyeok, who arrived first, looked around. Even at a cursory nce, there were more than a few hundred, but Gungye Ilhak showed signs no matter how many there were. two men and one woman. Those three wont be pushed back even if Ipare them with the top rankers right now. Especially the man right in front was exceptional. His ck hair and tall height stood out, but what caught the eye more than that was his unique magic. Hmm. Look at this? Jinhyuks mouth twisted. This is pretty interesting. Until now, various types of deities intervened for their respective apostles, but this was the first yer involved in the spirit world. Since extremely closed guys have stepped up, of course Im intrigued. It was then. that buck The party came straight towards this ce. Ohhh! Look at that. Are you Lucius? The 24th floor, a ranker who attacked two undiscovered ruins. He seeded alone without an engineering team. Solo Breaker. Yes. It was the nickname that was attached at that time. Besides, oh my god, over there! Theres a yer Kang Jin-hyeok over there! I was wondering when the deceased person corporation woulde, but was it already there? Turn the camera now. Take a picture over there! Ive been busy climbing the tower, but seeing the reporters doing that, it seems like hes a famous person in his own way. The meeting of a new rookie and a top ranker. All attention was focused on one side. The strong recognize the strong. As expected, that guy recognizes the strong. Are you showing interest in me too? Jinhyeok brushed his hair up lightly. Anyway, the old man is tired all the time. Jizzle. Shius stopped walking. From the moment I first saw you until now, Ive always wanted to meet you, Lucius murmured in a voice full of emotion . As if a dream hade true. That emotion came out clearly from his face and expressions . Howe so much Jinhyeok blurted out his words as if he was embarrassed. A really popr person cant help but feel a headache because hes tired. But, the words from Lucius mouth werepletely different from what he expected. Lady Ellis, please. , Will you give me the honor of having a conversation with you? Uhhhhh? An earthquake shook the pupils of Elise next to her. Chapter 441 Episode 441. To the 30th floor (2) Lucius de Verakis. Lucius is the heir to a well-established British aristocratic family and is an elite of elites who has been educated as a gifted child since childhood. He learned swordsmanship, academic culture and etiquette, as well as areas such as horseback riding and the violin, and took it for granted that he always ranked first in unknown fields. The life of a genius who was even boring. A thunderbolt-like stimulus came to him That is, the Tower of Trials appeared in reality. to save mankind. yers risking their lives to climb the tower! How can a challenge not burn? Lucius immediately jumped into the tower. I met countless monsters and residents and became stronger and stronger beyond life and death. But the initial stimtion is nowhere to be found. Suddenly, a feeling of helplessness set in. Love calls from various guilds. He even coveted the powerful forces and gods inside the tower, but that was all. Boredom and boredom stuck to my brain as always. however. pounding! To him who has always lived only for the pride of his family and his own honor Exciting! He was not interested in anything other than that. The moment my heart started beating for the first time came. The goddess seen in the video. It was obviously a hell-like situation stained with blood and dust but in the middle of it, Elise, shining aloftly, was so beautiful. Lady. Lucius looked at Ellis deeply. Although he had never paid attention to a woman in his life, he felt like he could give everything to this woman. Not only life, but even soul. Heh! Have you seen it? Contractor. The burden is this much. Alice coughed out an ahem at Jinhyeok. If it had wings, it might have flown into the sky. Haa Jinhyeok grabbed his throbbing head. Anyway, there are many, many crazy people in the world. Seeing how he likes this kind of careless little bat. Gee, dont be mean to our members and go on your way. This friend signed a lifetime contract. Life a contract? Luciuss eyebrows curled in reverse. Sreung! The sword at the waist gave off a sword light. As expectedthe rumors were true. Rumors? What rumors? Rumors of good people being forcibly enved. Haa. Do you believe such nonsense? How well did I manage my image in general Its a cafe where victims gather Now, look. Lucius took out the transparent crystal from his chest. bad mother. It is a gathering of victims who have been victimized by the devil. There was a video of an interview with a lot of mosaic treatment left there. Master No, if it werent for that demon, the spirit world No, I would have been rxing in the corner of the room drinking a drink. Mooogi! Captain, I told you not to call it a mosquito. Youre caught. Mo, Mosquito! Is this a good mosaic? Be quiet. My head hurts. Dalgrak. Im going to stop interviewing. Turn it off. If you dont erase all of this, the undead army wille in front of your house, so be careful. The video is over. Look. How you behaved. Its all recorded. Lucius vented his rage. Bonamana Lady, too, must be forced to be with you. Ill save you even now. Come on,e this way. Oh my God. What should I do? Elise smirked and pretended to be weak. Its getting more and more crowded. Yooseong-ah. Its hard to help because every word fits. Find out the other side. Te, Mr. Teresa? Hehe. Its good that I dont have anypetitors? No, this was said by a different personality. Its not me! There is no one to trust. I cant help it. If you dont deal with this idiot, the theme choice and everything else will be gone. chuck! Jinhyeok took out Hongryeon from the subspace. The sharp dagger drew a semicircle. Come on. In ordance with chivalry, yield three moves to the scoundrel Lets do that. Jinhyeoks body disappeared. Quaang! staggering Luciuss body slowly copsed on its side. The moment he was struck in the back of the head with the back of the dagger, his consciousness was blown away. I would have passed out for at least an hour, so with this, the troublesome work was roughly finished. Its a pity. He was a person who had a cute taste Why? Does it feel good to have a kid who squeamishly likes you? Huh. Contractor, are you jealous? What is jealousy Hehe. Youre doing it right. Right? Huh? Where, answer this sister. Ellis walked closely behind Jinhyeok and peeped insistently. * * * The theme of the 30th floor is determined by a betting method. The yer or faction that bets thergest amount is given the right to choose the theme first. A maximum of two yers On the other hand, there is no limit on the number of residents. However, as the number of residents increases, the difficulty increases as the number of residents increases. There were many other variables, but the most important was which theme to choose. [Vatican made a bid for the theme 100 Year War.] [Difficulty: 4 stars] [The bet amount is 500,000 coins.] As expected I knew they woulde out like that. I have already heard the theme, the first bet amount, and the maximum bet amount through Keh. Miss Teresa. Yes. I know. Theresa nodded. The 100 Years War is a theme that Teresa cannot give up. That is why I had to participate in this tender. [Teresa raises to 1 million coins.] A bidding war has begun. Tsk. There was a clicking sound from the Vatican. However, as if he had expected it, he immediately started throwing coins back. [From Vatican to 2 million coins] Its capital power, isnt it? Jinhyeok smiled. I had no intention of winning with coins from the start. The goal was not to win the auction, but to scratch the inside of the opponent. and. In fact, when the betting amount soared to 9 million coins, the Vatican could not stand it and responded. You can see Stop ying around and say what you want. A woman with bobbed red hair approached Jinhyeok and Teresa. The ck suit and white gloves showed a distinctive mark mixed with a rune word and a cross. This woman is also one of the apostles chosen by Eden. Its a trick. What do you mean by that? Jinhyeok put on an innocent expression. Brilliant eyes twinkled. Arent you doing this to waste our resources, knowing we wont win anyway? Rather, tell us the amount you want. So we can go our separate waysfortably. Uh huh. What do you think of us who are seriously engaged in the auction 20 million coins. Would this be enough? Its a coin thats too big to refuse Originally, I was expecting about 10 million coins, but it seems that the opponent was quite annoyed. If you look at that amount of coins poured in. but. But, just one coin is not enough, so please add one more thing. Youre overly greedy. Or, do you just see us as generous hunks? Considering the rewards that can be obtained in the 100 Year War, coins alone are too cheap. Besides, this offer will be conditional on Teresa-san helping them. !? The womans mood changed 180 degrees. In the 100 Year War, the existence of a saint is more important than any other variable. Because of this, he did everything possible to secure Teresa. But youre going to offer something you half gave up on first? How are you interested? First, lets hear what you want. Its nothing big I need one of the books in the basement of the Vatican. Of course, as the Tower of Trials appeared in Europe, there were replicas that became holy relics. Among them, the secret library of the Vatican, where various forbidden and ancient books from the Middle Ages are kept. Its not just a level of useful information written down. A clue to essing one of the Towers darkest secrets. Necronomicon. Originally, you would have to go directly to Eden to get the first clue. Books in the Vatican had a simr effect. Of course, the Vatican, ignorant of all this, will think this deal is in their favor. A book outside the tower. It was because he wanted to change the holy relic in the tower. The worry didntst long. The red-haired woman stretched out her hand. Not a bad suggestion. Ah, my name is Soshana. with different thoughts. Haha. I am also a person who has been listed by the Fair Trade Commission. I am Kang Jin-hyeok. The two hands ovepped into one. * * * Things went pretty smoothly after that. Teresa was granted temporary immunity from Vatican hearings as a condition of participating in the Hundred Years War. Itll only be for a moment. Its Teresas side who gets the reward at the end. Bears do tricks and the Vatican eats the rewards? I wouldnt do such a stupid deal. We have already discussed how to build up the build-up. The problem is that I have to retrieve the book from the Vatican before they realize that they got hit in the back of the head . Keh will guide you and even confirm the authenticity of the book, so there will be no room for mischief. Jinhyuks gaze turned forward again. [Battle of Waters] Difficulty: 3 Stars [Curse of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs] Difficulty: 2 Stars [Growing the Orc Vige into a Kingdom] Difficulty: 5 Stars Several themes came out. Many guilds selected themes they were confident in one by one through bidding. All the themes that at first nce seemed absurd were sold out. Its a natural story. This is because the difficulty of the attackpletely changed depending on which residents you were in contact with. It was then. Tring! [The 19th theme is ready.] The long-awaited turn hase. The status window shed rapidly. [Produce 101. Choose a real horse.] [Difficulty: 8 stars] Among all the themes, if I were to choose the most difficult one one of the first themes would be this one. It was one of the few 8-star themes, along with themes that reproduced the final scene of War of the Worlds or Revtion, featuring alien races. By the way, its Produce 101 Originally, the name of the theme keeps changing to reflect thetest trend, but I didnt expect it toe out with this name. Infant solitude. When I climbed the tower in the past, it was definitely this name. Well, there are a lot of weird copying conditions, so its not strange to have a name like this. I have already experienced countless times that the taste of the system is perverted. Fifty thousand coins. No one will mess with this even if you pay the minimum bid. however. One million! A sonorous voice echoed among the yers. Chapter 442 Episode 442. Produce Cheonma 101 (1) What, what? Whos preventing Kang Jin-hyuk from making choices? Thats an 8-star assignment Are you insane? There are many ways tomit suicide. The murmurs grew louder here and there. It was because he never imagined that there would be someone who dared to interfere with the work of the deceased person corporation. Jinhyeok also looked in the direction the voice came from with a puzzled look on his face. Its really diverse. Jinhyuk pressed his temples. vaguely. I knew who the culprit was. I just didnt want to ept it as reality. At least, I cant stop my feelings for Lady with that! Lucius had a blood clot in his neck. I hit it hard enough to faint for an hour but it seems that I looked at the ranker too lightly. Next time, you should stab it with the de instead of the handle. Hes a great friend in many ways. Its the first time Ive seen a guy who dares to fight like that. Chun Yuseong let out a small exmation. Thats right. This is the first time Ive ever seen a leech attack like a demon even after losing. If the brain doesnt reset every time, how can that be? Right, Yooseong? It seems like youre saying that you have to see and hear me? Am I mistaken? Cha, its an illusion. Its just the words. Be careful. Theres now that says you should only get stabbed in the front. Well uhm. I know that. By the way. What are we going to do with that guy? If we do this, our theme will be messed up. Jinhyeok was supposed to clear the theme with Chun Yuseong. However, if Lucius runs wild, the coin consumption is bound to be extreme. Tch Chun Yoo-seong clicked his tongue. I couldnt leave it alone because I was investing my own coin. Im going to cut that guy down, so fix the theme in the meantime. In the first ce, its not that you cant use force in this theme match. As long as both parties agreed, such a method was possible. It was just that the rest of the forces were using coins out of concern for each others power loss. Sreung! A de tinged with green light appeared. Ryu Hwa. As strong energy was injected into the cursed sword, the sound of gnawing air echoed in all directions. Kiyi! You arent you a natural yer? Do you know me? How can you not know a ranker who reached the peak with a sword? I wanted to share a sword with you at least once. Hmm. However, as long as you cooperate with the scoundrel, no matter how much you are, I cant help you. In ordance with chivalry, I will give you the first attack. Okay. I wont decline. This is the moment when fools and fools fight. Kakakakang! Sword and sword came and went. In the meantime, Jinhyeok waited for the opponents betting time to run out. Automatic shutdown feature when there is no response for 3 minutes. Hey, wait! No! Lucius eximed urgently. The n to win in 3 minutes had gone to waste. [The theme of Produce 101 Pick a Real Heavenly Horse has been decided.] [yer Kang Jin-hyeok and yer Cheon Yoo-seong will be forcibly transferred to the corresponding area!] Wooooooooong! A bright light emanated from it. At the same time, his eyesight turned white. * * * Numerous Heavenly Demons that exist in other dimensions. There is a heavenly horse that possesses someones body, a heavenly horse that cooks, a heavenly horse that works as a cksmith, a heavenly horse that bes a hunter, and a heavenly horse that bes an emperor. Now, thanks to the numerous Heavenly Demons, the Tower of Trials has prepared a ce to hide the real ones among them. Only one. So that I can carry on the name of the Heavenly Demon. Shootaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa.. A soft wind swept through my hair. Its been a long time since I felt fresh and deep air. This is Murim. It is one of the worlds where the purest spirit flows even inside the tower. How was it, that guy? It wasnt bad. Its a shame if it ended before the match. Dont be too sorry. Seeing it, Im afraid Ill try again. Thats it I guess. Chun Yuseong nodded. Rather than that, where are the teachers? The ce is right here. The time is right. Probably, he wille soon. Jinhyuk looked around. A ce where two tortoise-shaped rocks intersect. It is the exact ce promised. It was then. rustle. The bush moved and familiar faces appeared. Haha! I finally found it! I told you several times that it was this way, but I finally turned around and went I was almostte, wasnt it? I wish I hade to the right ce. Anyway, the rightists dont have the slightest bit of patience. Everyone runs out of patience if theyre with a stupid Demonic Cultist. Dark Hwang and Chu Hon Sa Young. They are the two giants that divide Moorim into two. Even though he had been through deep mountains, he did not have a speck of dust on his body. Its like going on a pic to the back mountain. Breathing was not disturbed either. Master! Master Jinhyeok and Chun Yuseong shouted at the same time. Ohhhh! Yes. Its been a while since Ive seen you. Have you been feeling well? You seem a little thin, but I told you to practice while eating well so you dont lose muscle. Say something like that while sending me something to eat. What? Did you say that I was the best little man in the Heavenly Demonic Church who starves his disciples because he didnt want every penny? I didnt tell you that much Come on! I understand! Ill catch and feed all the wild beasts on this mountain. Wait here for a while. Cuckoo coo! Dark Emperors legs swelled up like balloons. Looking at the muscles wriggling as if they were going to burst, it seems that this old friend will avoid King Yeomra the Great. for a moment. Jinhyeok tried to stop him, but it was toote. Wow! The ground split apart with a tremendous roar. Ha ha ha! Its protein! Dark Emperor frantically ran through the forest and disappeared from sight in an instant. If possible, I would like to meet the Murim lord and the top 10 masters of the political faction on the way. Its even better if you trip over a thousand-mile cliff or pick up and eat a poisonous mushroom. Whoops. Gongja Cheon looks healthy. Seeing his beautiful face after a long time, Master Lee is just as happy. S-Master? Oh my God. If you avoid affectionate touches, this teacher will be sad. Heukheuk. All right. Chun Yoo-seong also met Imja properly. I did it to everyone, but I couldnt move on Sayeong Chu Hon. and 1 hourter. After the hunt, the Dark Emperor returned. With all kinds of meat on his shoulders. First of all, lets fill the stomach. The Heavenly Demon will arrive at midnight. It may be eventer. That means it should be past midnight. Jinhyeok and Chun Yuseong made a suitable ce to camp. Roaring! On top of the meat grilled with the primitive me I sprinkled the Salt of the Brewhill Desert I received from Rick. As soon as I used the Different World Restaurant, a pleasant smell rose. Gulp Gulp! Drool ran down my throat here and there. They are Dark Hwang and Chu Hon Sa-yeong, who have already lost their appetite for a long time. Food is just a driving force to move the body. Falling in love with food was an impossible thing for Mu-in. okay. It must be so why the hell is that? The two pupils were staring at Jinhyeoks fingertips. My, disciple. Yes. Master. Keuheum! Im not rushing you, but isnt it that the cooking is finished soon? Master, have you ever made food yourself? Of course not. Then, please wait quietly. Why, urge Kang Gongja, who is doing well. Urge! If youve never had a drop of water on your hands, youll be fine with waiting. It seems to me that the Dark Emperor needs to be patient. Chuhon Sa-yeong and Cheon Yoo-seong shot at each other like crazy. Mi, Im sorry. I didnt mean that just keep quiet. Dark Emperor scratched his head. Even his muscles seemed to have shrunk a little because he suddenly became a mortal sinner. As expected, even a bear can tame good food. Jinhyeok hummed. I dont think I will have to worry about nagging for a while thanks to my cooking skills that Ive honed on a regr basis. Even small errands should be handed over to Chun Yoo-seong. His hand movements became even faster. Now, try some. Its a special steak and stew with high water. Finally, Jinhyeok revealed well-roasted barbecue and stew. Moment. Papapat! Chopsticks and spoons came and went at an invisible speed. A battle in the air. A bloody battle ensued between those who wanted to grab the biggest piece of meat and those who tried to stop it. Kakakakakang! Kaaang! Chopsticks and spoons loaded with strong energy have already gone far beyond the realm of tableware. Uh, how can it taste like this it doesnt have any off-vor? The first to stuff the meat and stew into his mouth, Dark Hwang inhaled. It melts its better than beef. Sayoung Chu also opened her eyes wide, covering her mouth with one hand. Its amazing. I never thought such delicate art could be possible. Even Chun Yoo-seong did not hide his admiration. We prepared a lot thanks to the abundance of ingredients. Please eat a lot without reservations. Burr The Ring of Braham he was wearing trembled strongly. The starving Elise was rampaging. Hold on a little. Ill take it out soon. All of these guys are good, but I cant control my appetite. After being stuck in the corridor for so long, seeing something tasty made me very upset. In this way, the four of them spent time sharing stories umted over the years. On and on until the sun goes down and the night deepens. * * * Parts! shing red sparks. The space was split horizontally. Hmm. Its a ce thats not as bad as I thought. I said Murim. Is this here? Yes. Its a world where a lot of stupid people gather and fight every day. Ku-k-k-k-k! Its fun. Speaking of those with magical powers that are not even magical. Long ck horns. They were four male and female demons with sleek bodies and beautiful appearance. All of them, made up of upper demons, were also Guntapers direct blood rtives. And. Next to them was Olympus . There was also a hero, Paris, who came from . He pierced the heel of Achilles, a great hero, and his status was elevated. There were many controversies, but his arrow skills were acknowledged by everyone . You choose only the troublesome things. Faris frowned. Since the higher deities had made the decision, I couldnt express my dissatisfaction or protest. Still, it was undeniable that this was dangerous. Such an intervention was against the rules of the Tower. A kind of double-edged sword. In the worst case, we could be harmed instead. Perhaps the upper managers except for Hastings might intervene. You have to move as fast and swiftly as possible to achieve your goal. Paris looked at the wind mixed in. The rest of the Heavenly Demons havent appeared yet. Acquire as many Heavenly Demons as possible and kill them in this world. And the rest of the characters, including Kang Jin-hyeok. Destroying all the fields, that was the mission Paris received from Athena and Ares. Chapter 443 Episode 443. Produce Heavenly Horse 101 (2) If all the yers hadnt chosen Produce Heavenly Horse 101, Moorim would have disappeared fighting alone against numerous heavenly horses. Without the yers support, Moorim alone would never be able to stop the invasion. For this reason, there were only a handful of cases in which Moorim survived the 30th floor themes that Jinhyeok tried in the past. 99% of them are waiting for an ending where no one survives. This is the story. Sure, it will be more fun than I thought. The Heavenly Demon arrived at the camp near midnight and heard the details of this theme. The first time Jinhyeok asked for help, he epted without even listening to the story. After knowing the whole story, it was no entertainment to be taken lightly. It was a situation where they had to fight for the life and death of Moorim. But to the Heavenly Demon, none of that mattered. only one. Defeating numerous Heavenly Demons that exist in other dimensions and recovering the true name of the Heavenly Demon. As the current Murims heavenly horse, who prides himself on being the strongest, his blood is bound to boil. Dark Emperor. Yes. Supreme. There are those who dare to tarnish the name of the principal. There can be no two Heavenly Demons under the sky. You are right. I will tear everything apart. Dark Hwang broke his joints. As expected, it is reassuring to have two people who are full of confidence together. But things wont go as smoothly as you might think. Because all the heavenly demonsing from other dimensions were in a state ofpletion. The most troublesome thing is that all the Heavenly Demons went through life as the Heavenly Horse and a second life through possession or reincarnation. The state of making up for the mistakes of the past and taking a step forward based on the memories of that time. In addition, the level of difficulty must have been greatly increased thanks to bringing not only the heavenly horse and the dark hwang chuhonsayeong, but also Alice and Wolyeong sweet potato. We have to deal with each other as much as possible. However, if the other sidees out in a way that they are allied with each other, things can be a headache. Tring! [Heavenly Demons from another dimension areing over.] [From now on, subdue all the Heavenly Demons and let the modern Heavenly Demon remain the only Heavenly Demon on this floor.] [The time limit is 30 days.] Status windows appeared one after another. at the same time. Whoa! Multiple beams of light fell from the sky like a meteor shower. Its finally starting. Tuk-tuk Jinhyeok brushed the dust off his body and stood up. What are you going to do? Now. We have to attack the weakest side first. Heavenly Demons from a world where battles are usually fierce are strong. Chunma, who were rtively active in the chaebol or entertainment industry, tended to have lowbat experience or specifications. If you target them first, you have to deal with them first. Jinhyeok took out Hongryeon and swung his sword into the sand. Kagagagak! As the sword passed, a huge map of Murim was drawn. hooked! hooked! hooked! Indentations appeared on the map. It marked the spot where the Heavenly Demons from another dimension had justnded. Ohhh. Thats great. You remember all of that. Ha ha ha! Havent I told you several times? My disciple is me. Why is that friend your student? Uh huh. Why is a nobleman who went halfway through the ranks so full of greed? Every time he covets my rice cake. It is impossible to see and determine the exact location in the huge territory that covers all of Murim. Unless youve already memorized where and who falls. From now on, we will divide into two squads and move. The Heavenly Demon, please hunt with Master and the main force of the Heavenly Demon Church. I will attack the other side with my colleagues. Since so many Heavenly Demons have appeared, they cannot all travel together. Even if they didnt fight individually, it would be necessary to divide and respond as a team. It would be better if you matched your hands and feet often. I understand. Dont do that. Anhui Castle, where the Namgung Family is located, and Sacheon, where Tang Mun and Ami Pa are located, are our top priority targets. Where would the Heavenly Demon go? On the side of Amipa, there is Cheonma, who became possessed by the third generation of the crumbling chaebol family and grew thepany into a leading conglomerate. In the case of Namgungse, he was reincarnated as a cksmith of the medieval empire and became a cksmith who left a mark in the history of the empire. The one who conquered the world would be more worthy than the one in the forge. Okay. Then, let us go to Anhui. With this, each destination was determined. * * * A ray of light left a long trail across the sky. A meteor wasnt very rare, but it was the first time it had shone so brightly. Auspicious omens or bad omens Namgung Jin-ho, the family head of the Namgung family. Jinho Namgung, who has the title of Gale Sword, muttered as he looked up at the sky. Could it be that I couldnt sleep easily because of excessive work? Or maybe he just wanted to get drunk on a quiet night. I just wanted to sip a ss of red ginseng and ponder the direction Namgung Sega should go from now on. however. hmm!? Namgung Jin-hos pupils grew wide. Cuckoo Cuckoo! This is because the meteor flew straight toward us. Everyoneavoid! Jinho Namgung drew his sword and shouted. However, Meteor had already reached right in front of the pavilion. Pants! A dazzling blue radiance formed on the sword. Namgung Jin-ho, who exuded more than two characters, swung his sword at Yuseong. bloke! I will know only when I get close. That the identity of the meteor is not a meteorite, but a person. If it was a meteorite in the first ce, it wouldnt have been able to do anything to reduce its speed just before colliding. Kwaaang! Heaven and earth were turbulent. The entire pavilion copsed from the shock beyond imagination. A cloud of dust rising up. The collision between qi and qi seemed to distort the qi and blood. Keuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu Namgung Jin-ho stumbled and checked his body condition. Fortunately, the internal wounds were not deep, but the current situation was too bad to takefort from it. I cant believe it. How could such an outrageous monster exist? rattle! Jinho Namgungs hand trembled slightly. A monstera watery one. Just by dividing the sum, the game was already won. No matter how hard he tried, he could never be his opponents opponent. Hmm. The sword just now. It looks like Im from Namgung family. The big man opened his mouth. A figure d in heavy iron armor that does not match Murim. If it wasnt for his ck hair and eyes, I would have thought he was a Saekmok-in from the West. Who are you? Beermount no, this is Moorim, so should I introduce myself by the name I was called then? The man scratched his head. The Heavenly Demon, The Demon Guardian. It was definitely called that. A thousanddont you? But, now its a beer mount. Yes, the name Masuho is too awkward to say or hear. That cant be the case Right now, the Heavenly Horse is supposed to be on Mt. 100,000, but besides, Ive never heard of the name Masuho. I guess so. Well, this side has its own circumstances, but would it be meaningful to tell you every word? Against a corpse that will soon die anyway? Beermount reached out into the air. Sword 39, Raivant. Sword 72, Akasha. short call. Whoops! Then, a crack appeared in the space and two swords appeared. too shy And its beautiful. It made me wonder if I would ever see a weapon like that again in my life. Namgung Jin-ho thought so when he saw the swords for the first time. Awesome! Even at the moment when his arms and legs were cut off, he continued to think so. Ah Jinho Namgungs body copsed. That was the end and the beginning. Of course, the Odaesei River and the Gu File Room. Different Heavenly Demons appeared in ces where blood bridges and Myeonggyo are located and in Podp Pce. * * * Beep keke! Haja. Hajak. Hajak. Sue, I think Im going to run out of breath! Save me, save me, save me, save me. Help Everyone be quiet. My head hurts. Mooooogiiii The wagon pulled by sweet potatoes and spirit beasts ran through the dirt road without hesitation. A forced march that has already continued for over 12 hours. But there is no time to rest or even breathe. Ohhh. Do you want to rest? Then, Ill let you rest forever. Tweatww. It was because Jinhyeok, whose eyes were burning, did not leave it alone. Damn! Chew! A whip that clings tightly to the hand. Quaaah! Aagh! A scream echoed with each sh of the whip. Dont be mean. I hit the bone by avoiding it. Ah! Undy, you dont have a bone, so can I just hit you? You started climbing from Paradise Ind, and you even made a cafe where mice and birds knew they were viins? The resistance that thinks it is righteous must be trampled on in the bud. Thoroughly so that you will never even think of rebelling again. As a result, Jinhyeok was able to reach the vicinity of Anhui Province. I the great divine beast of the East. Ruler of the sky. Soft no, blue dragon. Blue dragon, thats a cool name. Not cool. Huhu Waking up while pooping in the sky . The Hooded Cranes being controlled were also a great help. stop the pouring rain. because it minimizes air resistance. Thanks to this, the mana contained in Yeouiju was almost exhausted, but it did its job. When we almost reached our destination, Chun Yoo-seong asked what he was curious about. What kind of person is the cksmith Heavenly Demon? If you know his abilities, characteristics, and weaknesses, let us know. So we can prepare. Well thats right. Jim also well. I was curious. Alice put a mouthful of meat she hadnt eaten before and mumbled. Look at the grease that glistens on the lips of that Gazoo guy. It seems that he had quite a bit of resentment for not being able to eat alone. I told Chun Yu-seong that Ellis came here and lifted the 2-yer limit with a coin, so there shouldnt be any problems. Since he had used so many tricks in the past, he seemed to pass without a doubt. His name is Beer Mount. He has unique abilities rted to production. He is also famous for attaching number rings to the weapons he possesses. If you put a number on it, it looks like the weapon you made is quite good. There are more than 500 of them used in actualbat. There will be thousands of them. All of them are top-notch artifacts, and the top 10 have the performance equivalent to the purple grade level based on the Tower of Trials . Now that the episode has started I cant help but be strong. Probably by now, most of the male pces have been wiped out. Soon, arrival, a hooded crane shouted in the sky. I could see smoke rising in my field of vision. But ! This! Did you see through it? The three raised their heads at the same time. sh! Several lights flickered in the sky. It was a javelin . Kuk! I built a barrier. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! Seven windows were blocked by the blood shield. Did the yer get stolen? Thats when I thought. Hey. Even if you hit the 400th division spear harisabo properly, its only cracked. You guysare you quite strong? The voice was heard from the side of the carriage. The heavy armored warrior standing on the right wheel was the heavenly horse Beer Mount. Chapter 444 Episode 444. Produce Cheonma 101 (3) I didnt know there were people stronger than Namgungse in this area Who are you guys? Beermount grinned. Its so funny, its a face that looks like its about to die. Although most of the Heavenly Demons go through the second round, their personalities are different from when they were the early Heavenly Demons. This guy was one of those who changed a lot. Because I didnt feel any weight at all. I guess the cksmiths work was very hard. Does the famous Heavenly Demon smile lightly like that? Puhaha! Its been a while. Those who talk to me like that. Seriously, I cant even remember when. Beermounts smile grew thicker. Then, as if he remembered something, he let out a small exmation. Ah, yes! That cat said that there would be other obstacles besides the Moorim people. That was you. If its a cat? This is Ellie, a middle-level manager. This time, he must have yed the role of guiding the Heavenly Demons. I was wondering what kind of penalty offsets the intervention of arge number of residents. It seems to contain information. The most annoying of the penalties was given. Id rather have them do more specs. Jinhyuk clicked his tongue inside. at the same time. A spear made of cial molding extended forward. It was to see the reaction speed and response of the other party as well as greetings. Quaang! Whoa! Beermount hurriedly smashed the spear with his bare hands. However, Jinhyeok, who expected that the first move would be blocked, immediatelyunched a second attack. A mass of magic made from primitive me and blood magic. In that short moment, it waspressed three times. ck mes, hot like hellfire, instantly warmed the air around them. This will be difficult to beat with bare hands. Sword 88 Requirus. Beermount pulled out a two-handed sword. The entire sword body was red, and the weight alone seemed to exceed 100 pounds. Quaang! Kwaaang! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Brilliant fireworks rose in all directions. It was surprising that he handled that heavy sword like a pinwheel, but what was more surprising was his ability to summon a weapon in response to the situation. Meermount, who abandoned Requirus, pulled out two daggers this time. The 52nd sword Changri and the 59th sword Moret. Swords with lightning properties and eleration abilities crossed left and right. fast. Jinhyeok twisted the trajectory using Hongryun and Barnard. Kagagagak! Each others bodies rotated like pinwheels. Jinhyeok, who lowered his center of gravity, aimed at the opponents ankle. Beermount, who floated lightly, swung his sword toward Jinhyeoks neck this time. Papa papapat! A battle that is difficult to even dare to follow with the naked eye. Obviously, the number of crossing sword attacks was immeasurable, but there was not a single effective blow applied to each others body. Ha ha ha! Blocking all of this? The swords of the 50th division cut even the sword masters of the Empire in half Suck!? Beermount, who was talking, tilted his head to the side. Awesome! The dagger that brushed past the ball was fixed in the air. Red blood running down your cheeks. The stage called the end of the swordsmanship of the Iggy Sword was unfolded. It seems you dont know whos being hunted yet Youre in a difficult situation just fighting me alone. The carriage stopped before I knew it. Even if its a Heavenly Horse, do you think youre going to look down on this body, one of the Four Gods? Hooded Cranes in the sky too. If its a sword, it wont lose. Did you dare not do your best with your baggage in front of you? Like Chun Yoo-seong, who raised the sword, there was an Alice who opened her own ability. Mooogi! In addition, the ancient species of sweet potato and spirit beasts have settled down. While Jinhyeok was wasting time, he had a perfect encirclement. Only then did Beer Mounts expression change 180 degrees. It was intuitively felt. That it waspletely different from when the Namgung family was wiped out. Ill take the front line. I want to feel for myself how great it is to be a cksmith. [Cheon Yoo-seong activates Sword Song!] The herbivore of the Sword of Soul continued like flowing water. All of them are unmatched sharp. In addition, it was supported by numerous practical experiences, including sparring with Jinhyeok. Kuk! Beermount bit his mr. He couldnt stand his opponent in a head-to-head match, but it was more than enough to irritate his breath-breaking ck nerves. [Ellis activates Blood Rain!] The main attack is this one. The harpoons that Elise had dropped from the sky rained down like heavy rain. This was several times more difficult to deal with than the previous sword. The power is also powerful, but because the number was absurdlyrge. Number 9sword Mystalin. In the end, Beermount summoned the sword that had risen to the strongest position as a cksmith. Numbering Under 10. A purple sword resembling a tree branch emerged through a crack. Poududeuk! teeth are grinding I never thought Id be serious about dealing with bugs. His pride was hurt so much that even his face was flushed red. It was difficult to find the original brilliance of the armor with cracks here and there. It will be very different from now on. [Beer Mount activates its unique ability, Heavenly God!] [The 2nd unique ability, Indomitable Artisan is activated!] Indomitable Craftsman not only makes weapons, but also maximizes the performance of each weapon. It has the effect of activating. In addition, depending on the proficiency of the unique ability, it even possessed the power to handle multiple weapons at the same time. If its a beer mount at the point of swallowing the empire, it should be considered that at least 10 can be used. Sword No. 13. window 16. Shield number 30. All sorts of weapons appeared like crazy. In the power of the Heavenly Demon it was like holding a sacred relic that boasts the strongest. bang! The Beer Mount leaped forward in an instant and dug into the gap between Cheon Yoo-seong. Where! Ellis fired support fire, but it was blocked by Mistalins air defense ability. The ability to return an attack to the opponent immediately after activating the Instant Counter shined the stronger the opponents attack. Kang Jin-hyuk! I know! If the opponent took out a weapon with a single digit number ring, it is difficult to deal with it with an ordinary holy relic. Jinhyeok threw away the two daggers he was holding. The ce where Hongryeon and Barnard disappeared. Whoops! A new weapon that was stored in subspace appeared. A magical sword in mythology owned by Siegfried. Its the dragon sword Balmung. from top to bottom. and from right to left. Kwaaang! Two holy relics collided. * * * Aaagh! Aaaaagh! Damn, damn! Cool! Whoa After the storm passed, there were mixed feelings of joy and sorrow. Beermount, whose right arm had been shed, screamed. On the other hand, Jinhyeok was hurt, but it was much more minor. Thanks to precisely targeting the point where Mystarlins mana is condensed, I was able to prevent the ability from being activated. If I hadnt precisely targeted the point at which the magic orb was full of light, I would have suffered the reverse. How do you know the power of my sword? If you fight a lot, you will naturally learn it. I have also faced weapons with simr abilities. I cant believe that a young guy who is still in the blue has so muchbat experience? Youre free to believe or not, but I dont think thats whats important right now. The game is over as long as one arm cannot be used properly. Im d I finished it before the rest of the swords were opened. If that had happened, the damage would have been much greater than it is now. that buck Jinhyeok walked forward. First of all, letspletely subdue it and then extract information from the other side. The same goes for weapons that can only be used while the Beer Mount is alive. There is more to be gained by keeping alive than by killing. Especially if you think about what happened after Produce 101. It was when Jinhyeok tried to capture the Beer Mount by activating cier Formation and Ancient Barrier. Moment. Boooooong! I wanted to hear the sound of the wind cutting. Soon, an arrow flew by. Chun Yuseong, who was a little further to the side, reflexively swung his sword. After reading the trajectory, it was because I wanted to cut it right away. however. what? The arrow changed its trajectory just before reaching the sword. The arrow, which moved like a living, breathing snake, evaded Cheon Yoo-seongs sword and burrowed into his thigh. Big! Chun Yu-seongs face crumpled. Its not an ordinary arrow. The moment the arrowhead touched it, the wound started to harden. Poison is it? No, its a curse. Jinhyeok looked in the direction the arrow flew. The location revealed through Cheonrajimang. I saw a handsome blond man wearing light greaves and a white cloth. One of the Greek heroes. Its Paris. How did that guy get here? Moreover, not only Paris, but other signs were also felt. High-ranking demons are also purebloods. Nice to meet you. Kang Jin-hyeok Thats the right name? My name is I know it without saying it. Its Paris. Ohh. Do you know me? With a beautiful face, you cant steal other peoples girls and fight head-on, so theres only one guy who attacks from a distance. Whoops. They say that turning people inside out is their specialty. I guess thats true. I want to put an arrow right in the middle of my forehead. Really? Then, dont just talk ande in. Jinhyeok snapped his finger at Paris. I feel like a chimney at heart, but not today. Were here to take him with us. After all, the purpose was a beer mount. Im sorry, but that wont work. Oh thats unfortunate. I thought it was an opportunity to resolve it peacefully through dialogue. Dont worry. If I kill you all, peace wille. Kuhk! Are you sure youre all right? While youre doing this, your friends must be getting smashed up? Jinhyeoks movements stopped abruptly when Paris killed him. That what do you mean? Kang Jin-hyeok, you looked down on the demon king Guntafer too much. He was looking far ahead than you can imagine. Tuk-tuk Paris tapped the ground lightly. [The Hermes Mirror opens.] Then, a huge gate appeared above the tree. What was visible inside was the Heavenly Demon, the Dark Emperor, and the elite troops of the Heavenly Demonic Church. He left to deal with the 3rd generation chaebol who fell to Tangmun and Amifa These people now they have be something that is hard to describe in terms of being miserable. You Jinhyuks lips trembled slightly. Ever since Paris came here, I couldnt believe it. Out of all the possible cases, the worst has happened. Chapter 445 Episode 445. Devils Counterattack (1) Fire! Burned trees andnd turned into rags. I couldnt fathom how fierce the battle was. Judging from the rows of dead bodies, he could only guess that there had been a terrible massacre. Hyuyu. Its been a while since I lost my strength. When was thest time you shed this much blood? What is the heavenly horse in this world, why is it so strong? To manage to win only with four people together. Does this make sense? If there was no support from the Pandemonium, it would have been a big problem. Especially, that monster Kaak Tuy! Shit. Back in the day, I was an idiot who only thought of a guy called the Friendship Act, but this old man is filthy tough. A few shadows were visible in pools of blood. They were dressed in clothes that did not match Moorim at all. The gathered Heavenly Demons are six. The Heavenly Demons in different regions have formed an alliance. In addition, the ancient species Behemoth awakened by Guntaper and the gods who follow him also contributed to making the situation worse. Heh heh. Ive been through the second round, so I thought I had no opponents but there are still ces to climb. Thats it, you must have degenerated just by ying ser. Its a lifelong pride that a guy with a reputation for winning the World Cup riding a ballong. Its astounding. Gal! Didnt you take care of childcare? A fool who only boasts of being a daughter dares to look at the golden hair of the principal, what the hell? Arthur. If my daughter gets a blow in the earlobe, youll be forced to transfer to the League of the Underworld the next day. The bottom 7 factions have already been wiped out. Even the upper factions were barely able to breathe, with only the majors and sub-owners leading each generation. Kuk Cool! God damn it, even if I was 10 days younger Haa This is a bit overwhelming. Although the Dark Hwang or Chu Hon Sa-yeong were struggling, the charter had already turned. The only thing left is to keep your pride until the end. Or should I n for ater date I just have to choose that. Jizon, well buy you time, so you have to avoid yourself somehow. The Heavenly Demon clenched her fist at the Dark Emperors words. Like swallowing molten iron, hot anger was about to burst out. However, as the Dark Emperor said, the situation was over. If you use your inner energy while suffering serious internal injuries, you will fall into the main fire. They were not opponents who would be attacked by losing reason. strong. Enough to wipe out the entire Moorim one by one. In addition, the experience umted by crossing numerous lines of fire as well as simple force was more difficult. It was to the point where I felt morefortable with Shubniguras, which I used to press down with terrifying force. that buck Kim Dong-hwan, a 3rd-generation conglomerate in a ck suit, approached. There are many ways to destroy an opposingpany, but collusion is the most effective among them. When mammoths unite, its not even a matter of making a fool out of one person. Well, in the world I lived in, that was prohibited byw. Dirty bastards Are you saying that those who are absolute in name and color join forces? Dont be so quick-tempered. Weve been given offers that are hard to refuse in our own way. I just think were out of luck. Red energy formed on Kim Dong-hwans fingertips. * * * Parts! The Mirror of Hermes disappeared there. Jinhyuk bit his lip. The Heavenly Demons, who had strong pride and were proud of being the strongest. I didnt think there was any chance that they would join hands But it was clear that Guntafer had done something nonsensical. ruler! Paris crossed their palms. Then, its time to choose. Do you want to hand over the Heavenly Demon over there and go to rescue yourrades? Or do you want to fight with us to take the head of one Heavenly Demon and discard all the others? The moment to make the worst choice has arrived. No matter which one you choose, you have to suffer fatal injuries. Contractor What do you n to do? Alice and Chun Yu-seong also asked with worried faces. The answer is fixed. It was because he couldnt abandon the Heavenly Demon and Master. Above all, due to the nature of the theme, when the heavenly horse of this world is out, the attack on the stairs will fail. But ugh! That being said, I had no intention of leaving that smirking Greek bastard alone. A white light formed on Jinhyuks palm. Everyone, trust me and get ready. In Mand the arrow elerated through the realm of wind flew like lightning. Fight What a stupid choice you made. Paris immediately put an arrow on the string. Kwaaang! Two lights intersecting at one point. From that point on, the battle began. Kick! Thats how its fun. That guys neck is mine! Ill make you pay the price for the crimes that you dared tomit to Guntaper. Guntapers kin sharpened their nails. In an instant, a terrible life began to fill the space. Since there were a lot of things that had umted over the years, it seemed like I would have to return them several times over. Everyone, fighting is overflowing. Yes. Lets y properly. Jinhyeok cast various magics one after another. Due to the effect of Triple Magic, he was able to activate quite a bit of high-circle magic in less than a second. Pupperpuppung! When the fire and ice exploded, a huge amount of water vapor rose due to the temperature difference. Youre ridiculous! What are you going to do with just that! The blood rtives who received the attack magic from the front increased their momentum. however. huh? what? The rushing blood rtives stopped on the spot. When the sight returned, Jinhyuk and the rest of the members could not be seen. A ce that disappeared like smoke. Beer Mount, the cksmiths heavenly horse, was also kidnapped. Escape. Did you do something stupid like that? As long as you know the destination, if you pursue it, you will catch the tail sooner orter. I didnt understand why they had a handshake with obvious results. No, looking closely, not everyone escaped. There were some who were abandoned and abandoned. Billwhat the fuck. Chun Yu-seongs whole body trembled. Lord, master? Where has everyone gone? Im sure you told me to trust you, didnt you? Undine and other spirit beasts also tilted their heads. But it was only for a short while. Doubt soon turned into certainty. They used us to buy time and in the meantime ran away with the Heavenly Demon. A strategy to preserve the main force while leaving only the minimum number of troops. Of course, if this is the case, you dont have to give up the beer mount. It will secure time to go to rescue the Heavenly Demon. It couldnt have been a perfect n. Except that those left behind be hell. Im going to kill you. You bastard, aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa! You mean to hit me in the back of the head again! Chun Yoo-seongs screams evoked a howl. Its serious. We dont abandon our friends either Humans biggest weakness is that they are bound by personal affections is that something he doesnt have? Its an enemy without blood or tears It wont be easy. The blood rtives also swallowed dry saliva with stiff faces. * * * How long did it run? Took. Finally, Jinhyuks movements stopped. Thats because its enough distance. It was also very helpful to let the hooded crane ride the wind through the weather change. Youve worked hard. As expected, youre one of the Four Gods. I, what I had no choice but to help so as not to be left behind, but is it really okay? Well it certainly wont be easy. No matter how strong Cheon Yoo-seong is afterpleting his 2nd job advancement. Ille back alive though. How can you be so sure? Thats it If you want to get revenge on me, youll have to survive there first. Ah The Hooded Crane strangely understood. Certainly, for that reason, he is a man who wille back even if he is imprisoned in hell. Yeah, and there are more issues to deal with than those little things. Jinhyeoks gaze turned to the man on the back of the hooded crane. [Green jade pendant.] If you inflict more than a certain amount of damage, the Heavenly Demons can steal the essories they own. If you use this, you can neutralize or control the Heavenly Demons. It was a kind of penalty given in exchange for allowing the Heavenly Demons in another dimension to stay in the Tower of Trials. Ive already taken my right arm. In addition, the state of suppressing the operation of the ki by cial molding whileing here. Surely now Hey no, waitWait! Tuduk! Jinhyeok relentlessly tore off the pendant from the beer mounts neck. Then, the energy flowing from Beermounts body weakened beyondparison. Now, shall we have a proper conversation? Sheesh. Its really ridiculous. I was trying to see the timing to recover slowly but what the hell is your identity? How did you know this again? I just wanted to make sure it was a ne that didnt go well with the Heavenly Demon. Its an excuse that doesnt work. Its stupid. Im stupid for asking a squirrel. Tell me what you want. Isnt there a reason you took the risk to bring me here? Hey, Im d the conversation went well. Jinhyuk smiled brightly. This is why I like a guy who has gone through all of the prenatal battles. It was too early to give up if the results were obvious. Betray Guntafer and stick to this side. Then, Ill guarantee your life. Ohhh. Why do you think I joined hands with Guntafer? I just acted ording to the contract the system made with that cat. No, you entered into a double contract with Guntafer. To be precise, you fell into the trap of a subus under hismand. Remia. I wondered why the proud and only self-aware Heavenly Demons had united as one. It must have been that Guntaper had tampered with the subus, Remia. He probably set a trap by saying that he would make him the new ruler of the Murim. The reason why there was no further contact from me must be because I was discovered by Guntaper. Certainly there are a lot of things that yers have been taken away from in various ways. Its also true that Ive installed more troublesome devices than I thought. However, since you wouldnt know that this side knew the truth, there was still room for a twist. Hahaha! Indeed, thats funny. Yes I was aware of it. Hmm. Beermount burst intoughter. I felt the same madness as when we first met, as if the interest that had cooled had revived. Ill take it as a positive. But, just because you persuaded me alone, what were you going to do? Even demons and Greek heroes intervene. Thats right. If you struggle now, the trend will most likely not change. This is a game that has been broken for a long time even if the bnce is broken. There is only one. If it does nt exist, then everything Beermount said right now would be correct . Chapter 446 Episode 446. Devils Counterattack (2) ck short hair covering the whole body. Contrast this with bright yellow eyes. It was Ellie, a middle manager in the form of a cat. She was also in charge of the hosting part of Produce 101. Nya. How did you know? how do you know You admins put a lot of shoveling into this theme, so of course they were watching with interest. Sah, shoveling youre talking harshly. This is just a minor internal problem Is a trivial problem interfering with the Demon Realm in Produce 101? A deal that allowed me to interfere this deeply? Nya, nyaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaity.. thats Okay. Dont exin in detail. The words that wille out of that mouth are obvious to hear. Jinhyeok cut off Elis words. This 30th floor has thousands of themes, and it was so difficult to manage, right? You did as you were told to do, so you didnt know this would happen. Thats right! Thats exactly what I wanted to say! Ellie nodded vigorously. As if he drank a bowl of churro mixed with carbonic acid, it was a bonus that his expression of 10 years of stuffiness went down. The tone of Jinhyeoks voice changed 180 degrees. From criticism to empathy. Yes, I know it all. I know it all too. Youre stuck in the middle and struggling. The authority is small, but the responsibility is filthy heavy. suffered a lot. Kkeuugh Nyaaa! It was really hard. They said they were threatened with being deprived of their managerial position! I dont even know what this is all about! So. Shouldnt we find out who the corrupt insider is more? That way, both the manager and the yer can resolve the unfair situation. The culprit behind this must be inside the administration. In addition to Hastings, there are garbage bugs that help him. Ha, but Think carefully. If you can catch such arge-scale corruption, its not even a job to get a promotion. Maybe, instead of a small theme like this, you can be in charge of the entire main floor? A middle manager who manages middle managers. You will rise to the enviable position right below your upper management. If this doesnt appeal to you, its a lie. ! An earthquake urred in Ellies pupils. Will it be a middle management position that suffers forever like this? Or will he use this opportunity as a stepping stone to be the one who shakes the te? For Ellie, the oue was as if it were pre-determined. Nya, I what can I do? From now on, remember everything I say. What are you going to do Jinhyeok slowly began to exin his ns for the future. * * * Parts! Light falling from top to bottom. Kim Dong-Hwans attacknded on the Heavenly Demons head. Kwaaang! The Heavenly Demon managed to deflect the attack by using the Heavenly Demons Ruler. If the reaction was dyed even by a second, a wind hole would have formed in the body. But you cant be at ease. It was because the opponent was able to use the Heavenly Demons Limbo as well. Quaang! Kim Dong-hwan caught the Heavenly Horse at once. A storm of attacks followed. And besides Cheuk! Oops! The bodies of Dark Hwang and Chu Hon Sa-yeong, who were fighting a short distance away, were greatly staggered. With a body that had already reached its limit, he did everything he could, but it was not enough to be the opponent of the rest of the Heavenly Demons. The two copsed, covered in blood, breathing heavily. I didnt even have the energy to make time anymore. As expected, fighting is best with a frying pan and kitchen knife. Cheon Jong-won, the heavenly horse of cooking, swung the kitchen tools lightly. Next to him was the heavenly horse Kane who yed with a ser ball made of iron and the heavenly horse Nilberken possessed by the counts madman. Since he had mastered the Heavenly Magic Art, which is the foundation, even if he had no weapons or equipment, his body itself was like a weapon. If you continue, only you will suffer. Rather, ept your fatefortably. Then, Ill finish it in one blow. Kim Dong-hwan, squatting in front of the Heavenly Demon, smirked. Do you think hostages would be meaningful to me? Its ridiculous to mention hostages to the Heavenly Demon. If you ask the rest of us here, including me, the answer will be the same. but. You are an exception. Even if its not on the surface, youve shown excessively big movements to protect your subordinates. [Kim Dong-hwan activates Lv28 Kings Sword!] Parts! A blue river gushed along the fountain pen. Lets finish with one of your lives. Ill spare the rest. Now, if you add the effort of twisting the chicken head, the fight will be over. But it was when Kim Dong-hwan was about to finish. hmm? Suddenly, a new magical force was detected behind her back. This is the unique reaction felt when the gate appears. no way? Kang Jin-hyuk! The only one who cane here is the yer Guntaper warned about. However, it was not Jinhyeok who showed up. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! Immediately, weapons with strong magical powers poured out from the gate. Window 22 Kassias. A massive spear reminiscent of thences of heavy cavalry. A total of twenty-two spears were blown up by Kim Dong-hwan and the Heavenly Demons. Kwak! Kaaang! It was a surprise attack, but the Heavenly Demons skillfully responded to the attack. Beermount what are you doing! Why are you screaming like a betrayed lover? We werent even that close. I just switched sides the way I wanted. You say? Next to the beer mount, Jinhyeok sticks his head out. You caught a rotten rope. Trusting such a stupid person and betraying us. Gee, thats a bit harsh. A rotten rope. If you know how promising ourpany is, you will want to join us right away. Ellis. huh. Collect the survivors and let them escape. Once you get out of the gate, go straight to the ce I told you about and hide. Okay. Whos the contractor? Ill have to keep an eye on them to make sure they dont do anything stupid. Surveince? You bastard us? At Jinhyeoks words, Kim Donghwans eyebrows curved in reverse. Anger is bound to rise. It was because they were saying that they would at least stop their act of daring to eat a world. Do you want to die? No, do you want to live happily ever after? The two eyes met head-on. Nyaa! Everyone please stop. A shrill, high-pitched voice interrupted. It was middle manager Ellie. Ellie? Why are you? Wasnt the manager taking a neutral position? For the first time among the Heavenly Demons, a voice mixed with bewilderment came out. It was because he hadnt even imagined that Jinhyeok woulde with Eli. Either that or not. Ellie ignored everyones questions and silently added what she had to say. From now on, I will add one provision with the authority of a mid-level manager. [For the sake of fairness in the theme Produce 101, yers are given one privilege.] [ The Ancient Intrigue Corporation can ask for help from forces on the 30th floor or higher, and if the other party epts it, it can manifest without restrictions.] [ This contract is made with the approval of the senior manager Vendivia and execution by the middle manager Ellie.] A trump card prepared to keep the Pandemonium and Olympus in check. This is the beginning of a counterattack. I will seek help from Beriel of the Demon World and the gods of Egypt. Jinhyeok confidently called the deities he was close to. But [] [.] for some reason, the two deities did not appear. Whats the matter Jinhyeok gathered his mana again. But the result was still the same. As expected, I thought you would do a trick like that. end with a cold voice. A high-ranking blood rtive among the Heavenly Demons. The appearance of Agrok began to change. Crunchy! Wooduk! Kuaaa! Agrock became all too familiar with the screams. Hwiyu. This takes a lot of work. But before killing me, I wanted to see the face of the guy who rotted me so much. Gunta Ferda. To be precise, it was just conveying the intention through the body of a blood rtive, not the main body. Did you know that I would call Beriel and Anubis? Of course. Since those two are normally close friends with you. Of course, I expected that you would insist on fairness through the manager and use the means to manifest them. But thats it. Even if that is possible If they cant afford to help you, wouldnt they have no choice but to refuse the summons? A fishy smile formed on Guntafers lips. At the same time, beyond the gate where Jinhyeok and Alice came out, another staircase began to appear. It was the stairway where Beriel and the Egyptian deities were located. -Kiii -Death! Currently, the great heroes of Olympus and the four knights of the Book of Revtion are manifested in Oasis. These bastards! Now theyre attacking openly. Egyptian gods such as Anubis and Horus were busy dealing with this. The light went off right away, but it would be impossible to pay attention to anything else. In addition, Beriels territory was also under intensive fire from the demon lords who had joined forces with Guntaper. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Everything was stained dark red by blood and ashes. Of course, Beriel, that leech-like guy, might try to help you even by giving away part of his territory. Arrangements for it have already beenpleted. The pursuit party,posed of the direct blood rtives of each demon king, aimed only at Beriel. Because the reins were constantly tightened, there was no chance that Beriel would escape the Pandemonium. The remaining members of the Goinmul Corporation are also disconnected as they pursue different themes. Itspletely out of the way. When the enemy sees one move, this body always looks ahead two, no, ten. Thats the difference between you and me, who cant even live a hundred years. * * * Jinhyuk wet his lips with his tongue. Think. The card I had prepared has be useless, so I need a second best way to ovee this situation. Of course, Guntafer didnt give me time to think about it leisurely. Behemoth. That guy is the target. Guntafer nodded to the side. Its still absurd that I went to such lengths to catch a human, but, well, work is work . She walked out. A short-haired girl with a slender body, holding a pair of small horns on her head and arge sword in contrast. Who could see this and think that she is a divine beast on the same level as the Kraken and Leviathan? No, simply because of her appearance. Its crazy to judge by only one. Chills. A chill runs down the spine . They said that they were climbing mountains more and more. Only then did it seem difficult to get out of this ce with the Heavenly Demon and Master. Chapter 447 Episode 447. Demon Worlds Counterattack (3) All four sides (). There were no holes in the perfectly equipped siege. Even if the person here is a high-level deity, they will not be able to escape. At least, if there were so many wounded family members. but. This was worse than I thought. Guntaper let out the emotion inside him. To be honest, I never thought I would get out of here. I admit its like a rat. I was sure I wouldnt miss it but its a mistake. Behemoth, who was with him, also clicked his tongue in anger. The members of the Goinmul Corporation, as well as the Heavenly Demon and his subordinates, have all escaped through the gate made by Ellie. In particr, missing the heavenly horse, the core of the theme, was a very disappointing result to see as a victory. At least its fortunate that there is Jin-hyeok who stays behind and guards the gate. If only the head was cut off, the rest would have been enough to take time and dry it slowly. Whoa Jinhyuk calmed down. Due to the continuous battle, the exhaustion of the whole body reached its peak. Although he was recovering quickly through the Blessing of the Stars, this was only a temporary measure. I have to endure a little longer to avoid being tracked. Then you can say its safe only when you close the gate. The problem was that the opponents in front of me were too strong to hold on. Quaang! Kim Dong-hwan threw himself. The fountain pen loaded with sword steel aimed at the neck with a terrifying punch. face. No back! Jinhyeok missed the attacking from the blind spot. Kagagagak! burning me. This time, its a piece of paper. It was thanks to memorizing which skills each Heavenly Demon liked to use and which style of battle they preferred. Damn it! Kim Dong-hwan spat out a curse. Its pissing that the proud Heavenly Demon joins forces to attack one person. Despite all the hard work, the opponent showed no signs of copsing. Every minute and every second that Jinhyeok breathes inevitably feels insulting. [The heavenly horse Kane activates Lv28 Volley!] Boo-woong Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Honest straight track. However, its power and speed wereparable to meteorites. It was so gigantic that it even reached 10 meters in diameter. They dont even give me enough time to breathe. Jinhyeok bit his mr. It would be possible to optimize ones mana in just one minute, no more, no less Sword No. 6 It was at that time that the voice of the Beer Mount was heard. Semmanuel. The opening of a single digit sword. The golden-colored sword body radiated dazzling brilliance. Sword strikes crossed with 10 characters cut through the flying iron balls. Awesome! Heat rose from the reddish cut surface. Its reassuring to have a tempestuous Heavenly Demon next to you. They said that if I hold hands with you, there will be only flower paths, isnt it like I only urged my lifeline like this? If you think so, are you going to join us right now? That means Or send me through the gate. Ehehe. Thats not possible. We are amunity of destiny,rades who live together even if we die and live together. Dont you know that? Its like watching the old court wizard of the empire I used to talk about nonsense. I have to die because Im sick. Damn it. Right then. Took. Behemoth moved. The gravity-defying greatsword exploded like lightning. Instantaneous eleration ability and mass change ability. Id rather get used to it if I move at a constant speed, even if its fast. Since the sword repeatedly elerates and decelerates while moving, it is usually not difficult to get the timing right. Kakakang! Jinhyeok crossed two daggers. Staggering. The center of gravity copsed. The blow thatpressed the weight of thest eleration pierced to the bone. For such a small body such power. I feel like I miss Kraken, which had a lot of ces to hit. How long do we have to hold out! Give me one minute. One minute? Time is too short to do anything. But now I have to believe it. unless there is another way. [Beer Mount activates its unique ability Indomitable Artisan!] [Forgotten Treasure is unlocked.] Numerous des springing from the ground. All of them were the strongest weapons that Beermount had made while living the life of a cksmith. Swords 1 to 10. Simultaneous opening. Blinking multicolored lights. The swords that built a myth together responded to the masters call. Kwak Kwa Kwak! Behemoths greatsword was blocked in the air. Quaang! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Sword strikes that cross at breakneck speed. Weapons that change freely depending on the situation continued so naturally. Hoo. Behemoth had overwhelming powers and abilities, but Beer Mount, which did all it could, didnt take it lightly. Take advantage of the void created in an instant. Jinhyeok tried his best to recover his magic. When the Jin Tae-cheong Hwarang Simbeop was activated, the fatigue umted in the body quickly disappeared. At the same time, the newly created mana began to run through his veins. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Unreasonable repetition of expansion and contraction will surely cause a big aftermathter. Still, at this moment, you have to cross a dangerous bridge. At least I had to make sure the opponent couldnt even dare to chase until I got into the gate and closed it. For that I have to take it out. A holy relic that can be used in an instant only in the best conditions. Right away, the Crown of Paedo appeared on Jinhyeoks head. [One of the seven crowns symbolizing the tower awakens!] [All stats increase by +30!] [Critical strike rate increases by 30%!] [The stats of the Heavenly Demon Demonic Spirit temporarily increase to Lv100 It will be adjusted.] [The consumption of mana and mental power is extreme. The wearing time of the crown is limited.] [Remaining time 0H : 3M : 0S] What! What is that absurd power? An astonished exmation erupted from Guntaper, Behemoth, and the Heavenly Demons who watched the battle. The feeling of the hairs all over the body standing upright. The tangible magic power that made me shudder was different. Jinhyeok moved Hongryeon and Barnard behind his waist. Compress the given 3 minutes. Makes only one sword. [Trait Tomb of Forgotten Swords is activated!] A pair of daggers drew different trajectories in one breath. one sword. Tsu Gap! space is cut * * * I dont know what happened. Something beyond imagination just came. The string of consciousness was cut for about a second. Thats all. Patter blood flowed from the severed horn. Kuaaa! The Behemoth let out a roar of pain. Instinctively, he countered the opponents attack, but lost one of the horns, the symbol of Behemoth. Did he run away? Guntafer looked in the direction the gate had been. The gate was already closed. With Jinhyeok. On the other hand. Beermount did not escape. It was because the two couldnt maintain the magic of the gate enough to escape. Haha. If I do this, Impletely out of the way The beer mount, which was mercilessly abandoned, swallowed dry saliva. You traitor. Youre in good shape. Its fortunate. Youre still there to take out your anger. Didnt I tell you that? Hes a rotten rope. Ill tear you to shreds. The rest of the Heavenly Demons growled. Thanks to you, you have suffered a lot, and now it is time to make you pay for it. Ki, wait. I had no choice but to betray him because he took my pendant. You mean you became a servant of a human just to save your life? Are you saying that as an excuse? Damn it, I know its embarrassing. I shouldve known since the day he dumped his teammates Its all my fault. Its disgusting to hear any more. Stop dying. Sreung! The sword was drawn once more. Im not asking you to save me with my bare mouth! Kang Jin-hyeok, what will that person do next? I also overheard the n! Please stop for a moment. Guntafer raised his hand. Guntaper. Do you believe this guys words? Its a lie to save your life at least. Wouldnt it be bad to decide after hearing the story? Sheesh! Do what you want. The final decision is yours. Donghwan Kim took a step back. Guntaper approached right in front of the Beer Mount. So, what do you know about him? If I tell you youre going to make my betrayal a thing that didnt happen, right? If its useful information, well do that. Well provide a new pendant through a senior manager. If so Beermount nodded. The ce where he and the rest went is the Murimmaeng. They said they nned to rectify their power there and hatch eggs of some ancient species. In addition to the union with the Murim Meng, awaken the ancient species? Guntafers eyes narrowed. At the point of connection with Egypt, I thought the eggs they had would be a variable. But I never thought Id figure it out so quickly. Did you tell me about the method? It is said that they use something obtained from a tree and something like a bonfire, but I have never heard of it. Support from Ragnarok and Bonfire of Eternity. yeah thats how it happened Now everything made sense. Is this enough? Hmm. Its definitely not bad. Okay. Ill give you a second chance. Join the rest of the Heavenly Demons and take care of his pursuit. Yes, yes. I wont disappoint you this time. Beermount let out a sigh of relief and left. Are you really okay? It seems to me that there are a lot of awkward corners One of the upper blood rtives cautiously opened his mouth. The information itself seemed quite credible, but it wasnt without doubts. Yes, it must have been left there on purpose. Guntaferughed. There was no reason for Jinhyeok to abandon Beer Mount. Unless its a reason to deliberately hand it over to them. I think hell try to ingratiate himself with a false surrender either by acting as a double agent, or by surprise if I show a loophole. Since he had already used the same technique through Remia, it would be reasonable to assume that he approached it in a simr way this time as well. You knew everything. If so, why did you ept him again? Isnt there a saying to keep your friends close and your enemies even closer? He must also give information mixed with the truth to some extent in order to nt a spy inside. All I have to do is to distinguish between truth and lies. At least the story about the ancient species must be true. The problem is that the Moorim Meng is trying to bring Jinhyeok into an advantageous terrain. Tell Behemoth. Get ready to stab the ce. If they are fully prepared in the Murimmaeng This side can use the strongest ancient species to destroy the 100,000 mountains where the Heavenly Demon s stronghold is located. Can we just watch as the territory is destroyed? Guntaper threw the first move for a melee. Chapter 448 Episode 448. New Ancient Species (1) Headquarters of the Murim League. Due to the attack of the Heavenly Demons throughout Murim, all the heads of families and elders of each n are now gathered here. And among them, members of the Goinmul Corporation, including Jinhyeok, were also together. Theyre formidable. The Heavenly Demons are also Heavenly Demons, but the high-ranking ns have also picked only monsters. We barely managed to get out, Master. Yeah. Thats right. I almost died because a good citizen stabbed me in the back, not a devil with a conscience covered in hair. Chun Yoo-seong and the Spirit Beasts spat out a single word. Its a new idea, but seeing that Chun Yu-seonges back alive from that hell, its a real thing. I worked hard. But, did I really have to go this far? It was a garment that I cherished quite a bit, but it turned into a rag with one knife. This is because he had to deal with the anger of Chun Yoo-seong, which he wrote as a throwaway card. Consider yourself lucky that you didnt cut the head. Or, there is a way to see the end right here. Eh, hey. Its not because I did it on purpose, its because everyone trusts you? Jinhyuk hesitated and stepped back. Rather than that, is the Heavenly Demon, whether its a beer mount or something, okay? I tried to make it a prisoner, but didnt I give up too easily? Alice tilted her head as if she didnt understand. Well, on the surface, it would have to look that way. However, Beer Mount was a kind of virus nted to destroy Guntafer from the inside. Take a look. If you open itter, something pretty cool will happen. The time when he will be active will be muchter. Depending on the cards prepared by each other, the timing will also bepletely different. But right now, it is the point where we need a shot to overthrow the game, not an anomalous variable. I prepared everything as you said. Proprietary name of the nonpartisan. He was one of the ves who had been properly educated in Moorim before. I must have improved a lot during that time, but the momentum that came out of my body was clearly different. Isnt it true that we only selected those above the peak level? Yes. Among the elite, I narrowed it down to only the elite. No matter what you order, there will be no shortage. Yeah, its going to be pretty dangerous, so make sure to feed it well before we set off. Even if its not the case, Ive told them. timely. An appetizing smell tickled his nostrils. Its not just words, it seems like they really prepared properly. Quaang! Alice mmed the floor. With the most serious and solemn expression in the world. What, what. You again? I say. What are you talking about? Jim also needs to eat well to fight. So, take Jim to that smelly ce right now. It is said that well-fed ghosts have good skin, but I would have thought the same rules would apply to vampires. Alice, whose mouth was covered with saliva, had long since let go of reason. I cant help it. Now Master and the Heavenly Demon are also recovering from internal injuries. Because I couldnt go against the nting of one of the remaining maximum forces. * * * Cheongyeonru (iɏ), one of the banquet halls of the Murim League. Sizzle! From well-cooked Peking duck and fragrant and clean fish-hyangjang-yuk, to Dongpo-yuk that melts at the touch of your tongue, and spicy Sichuan-style sweet and sour pork. All kinds of delicacies gathered in one ce. This ce is paradise. Elises eyes twinkled. I feel it every time Ie to Moorim, but if nothing else, I was very satisfied with the food alone. furthermore. snap. A sweet liquiding in through fangs. The opportunity to suck Jinhyeoks blood to do his best doesnte very often. Whoa whoop! Alice, who clung to Jinhyeoks arm like a piece of gum, smiled with happiness. I beg you, adjust it appropriately. Do you know about the rmended amount of blood donation per time? Jim doesnt know about that. Be calm before he bites off an artery. Your mana hasnt recovered yet. Why are you a little anxious? If I dont care, I might be a mummy and wither before I even fight, right? sincerely. It seems that it will pay off if you hunt all the top ns by yourself. But just then Roaring! Blue mes shot up in front of the pond. Sureureung! Chun Youseong reflexively drew his sword and took a stance. Elise also paused her mouth for a moment. This phenomenon Evil One of Guntapers blood rtives appeared. Hmm. Is this a ce called Murimmaeng? The years are good. Seeing something going down your throat during this time. A pair of men and women with long ck horns and white skin appeared. Calvender and Marianne. They were direct blood rtives who inherited the blood of Guntaper. Where is this ce How dare you crawl in alone? I will avenge the Namgung familys grudge! Thousands of family members and acquaintances lost their lives, so the anger against the Heavenly Demons and Demons was beyond imagination. Thats why I didnt want to talk to people who were swayed by emotions. Be patient, Marianne. Where will the nature of an inferior race go? If they listen to our proposal, they will change their minds. I hope so too. Brother. The two ns continued to say their own words, ignoring the reaction of the Murimmaeng. Of course, it couldnt have looked good. Hit! Honorable name! Soldiers were pulled out all at once. I will stop the invasion of Murim. As long as you agree to one condition, I wont harm a single ant from now on. Also, as a reward for this job, I promise you control over the 29th floor. The 29th floor is the boundary between the upper and middle floors. Thats why, if that floor is secured, no one in the middle floor will dare to throw a toe at Murim. ! Silence fell for a moment at the absurd proposal. Now, youre not going to take that wicked sound seriously! You have to cut your throat right now! The Namgung family, which suffered the most, raised their voices. In the yard where the family head is lost, what kind of candy coating wille to the ears? However, from the Murim lords point of view, there were many things to consider beyond revenge. If the upper powers decide and move, it will be difficult even if the whole Moorim gathers strength. Even the Heavenly Demon, who was so powerful, was defeated. Im just fighting to get over it. If anger can be avoided the opportunity must be seized. Even if it is for everyone to survive as the leader of the Moorim . What are the conditions? Give up Kang Jin-hyuk and the Heavenly Demon. Its a difficult story. He is Murims benefactor. Yes, Ive heard about it. He said he saved Murim in the past. But, no matter how heroic he is, if the present Moorim is destroyed because of that one person Can we call that a benefactor? Calvender shrugged. It was absurd sophistry, but it is no longer sophistry if you speak from the side with power. however. Hey, thats enough bullshit to deserve a Nobel Prize. If you abandon me, youll leave Moorim alone? There appeared to be people who would not be pushed back no matter where they put out forced logic. It was Jinhyeok. We just said what Guntaper promised. As long as I can kill you, Murim doesnt care. You guys are probably like that. But, do the rest of the Heavenly Demons who signed the contract think that way? Their purpose is to conquer Murim. In other words, this proposal would be dogmatic without anypromise with the Heavenly Demons. no. Rather You guys didnt mean to do that either. From the beginning. Still, theres only one reason why Im putting on a show like this. to buy time. To be precise, it is to prevent the eggs of ancient species from hatching. It seemed that he knew roughly what Guntafer was doing where he was now. Currently, it is the only ce in Murim that is the best ce to hatch an ancient species of egg. Its just a joke trying to preupy that ce. Take care of them. Theyre worthless. Wait, were not here to talk to you Tuk. fault. Chun Yuseong and Elise moved at the same time. The sword loaded with sword steel headed for Kalbanders neck. Kwakang! Calvender hurriedly drew his sword and responded. I am the messenger who came to convey the message. What kind of crazy things are going toy their hands on the god of death! Do you know what kind of free pass key is a god of death? And its been a custom since ancient times to slit the head of a god of death you dont like. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Elises red whip ran mercilessly. The power of the whip was truly beyond imagination, thanks to the high purity of mana. It was on the level ofpletely changing the scenery around the pond in one blow. Chun Yoo-seong, who had suffered all kinds of hardships for his blood rtives, was the same with fierceness. This is much tougher than expected. The leader! Are you really going to entrust the future of Moorim to them! The Murim Lord kept silent. Of course, I thought I was going to bite the bait, but this side didnt move like my heart. If you kill us youll regret it. If you knew what was going on I know. what? Your main forces, including Guntafer, are heading to the Valley of the Gray Mist right now, right? Seeing as you see, you seem to know that I have the Eternal Bonfire? You cant you? You didnt move right away even though you knew it, and you deliberately stayed here? Why? An earthquake urred in the pupils of Calvander and Marianne. Yes, it is understandable that this situation is iprehensible. but. If it had been deliberately not moving to induce Guntapers vignce then everything would make sense. * * * Valley of the Gray Fog. Due to the rugged terrain and the entire valley covered in fog, this was a rough terrain that even skilled Simmani and herbalists did not find. I see, its a ce rich in energy. The fog that flows throughout the valley keeps the mana from escaping. Guntafer let out a small exmation. This must have been the best ce to hatch an ancient species. The conditions were perfect for using the Eternal Bonfire. If it had gone unnoticed, another ancient species might indeed have hatched. That was really useful information. Thanks to you, I was relieved. It was nothing. Im d it helped. Guntafer expressed his satisfaction toward the beer mount next to him. The two blood rtives will shake the Moorimmaeng and prolong the time as much as possible. This will make the opponents only card useless. . It was just then that I heard a strange sound. It was a very small sound, but the voice echoing along the valley was by no means an hallucination . Now its clear Mooooogiii! This time the voice resonated clearly. Chapter 449 Episode 449 New Ancient Species (2) !? This? The first to notice the change were Guntaper and Behemoth. A voice echoing along the valley. The cry of Mooogi, which seemed only half a joke, was imbued with an indescribable magic power. Undoubtedly. It is the mascot of the Goinmul Corporation and an ancient bell that Jinhyeok takes with him. I thought he was busy trying to rally the remnants of the Murimmaeng while dealing with the blood rtives he sent Besides, it seems that the trust he received from Moorim was stronger than I expected. I think I will have to put more work into my work than I thought. If the ancient species were here, it would never be an easy fight. What do you n to do? After all, do I have to step in? Behemoth shrugged. Simrly, as one of the ancient species, the existence of sweet potatoes was intriguing to her. No. I n to use the Heavenly Demons. Are you okay? The damage must be quiterge? I dont know how much liberation it is, but if you put enough numbers on it, youll be able to deal with it. Huh. That means Im going topletely discard it. Because theyre consumables brought here for that purpose. Guntaper nced at the Heavenly Demonsing from behind. Certainly each one possesses tremendous power but thats all. A dog that has been sessfully hunted must be killed so that no regrets remain. In the first ce, Guntafer had no intention of saving any of the Heavenly Demons. Thats why, even now, didnt you deliberately keep a distance and take special care not to leak information? But just then Kick! A gigglingugh was heard. Subus Remia. She was the one who brought her to this ce to continue to hallucinate the demons. Whats so funny about it? Its nothing special, its just I think its the first time Ive ever seen you so flustered as you always acted ording to the n you drew. Im embarrassed? Are you talking about Guntaper, the ruler of the Demon Realm? Looking at him answering with a tantrum, he must have hit the right mark. I put a lifeline on this damn bitch because its useful, but youre using a dragon to kill it. Guntafer clenched his fists. Quaaaaa! Remia let out a sharp scream and struggled in pain. You will kill mest. After confirming with those eyes who is stronger, Ill let you face the most terrible end after that. [Guntaper activates Eye of the Abyss!] Kukukuku! A huge snow appeared over the valley. White eyes and ck mes burning around them. As if contemting everything from above. Abyssal eyes rolled their eyes like crazy. Then, all of a sudden, her eyes stopped in one ce. found. Theyre moving along the flow of the fog. I heard theyre not very intelligent, but isnt that the case? Even so, the match was already decided at the point of grasping the location. Tell the Heavenly Demons that the target has been found. * * * Mo, mosquito mosquito! The sweet potato vigorously pped its wings. Captain, go with me! Ha, ha, ha The owner only tells us to wait as long as possible and sends it away. What are you telling us to do? Is it important toe now? Run if you want to live. Run! Hey! Everyone be quiet. My head hurts. Do-do-do-do-do! The spirit beasts frantically followed. A game of tag that doesnt even know how many hours have already passed. If I hadnt heard the information about this terrain in advance, I would have been caught by the opponent right away. However, the map Jin-hyeok gave me gave me a way to get out of the fog. Sheesh! Its like mudfish! The Heavenly Demons tightened the encirclement. The swords loaded with sword steel mercilessly cut away the stones and trees that stood in their way. Awesome! Kwadeuk! The annoying chase has now almoste to an end. This is because Ki-young Lim, the heavenly horse who lived as a Pathfinder, was able to create his own map based on the roads he had taken so far. thats how it arrived. With a long cliff behind, sweet potatoes and spirit beasts camped out. The rabbit hunt was finally sessful. As expected, it seems difficult to manifest as the main body. Its a natural result since the owner is not a god, but a yer. Its going to be difficult to handle the magic of the ancient species. Give up what you have, little reptile. Mo, Mosquito! The sweet potato tightly wrapped around the ancient egg with both hands. As if this was something I couldnt give away no matter what. The spirit beasts also raised their magic powers and prepared for battle. If we lose the eggs, we will surely die. Theres no way that demonic owner could afford to fail. Death this way, die that way If the result is the same. Is it before the conclusion? If you dare choose to die Ill finish it quickly. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Immediately, different magical powers crossed. Various elemental magics hit the Heavenly Demons whole body. However, the degree of attack by the spirits did not even damage the self-defense. An emperor who was born as the 3rd prince of an empire that was crumbling at the hands of nobles and unified the continent. A ranker who rose to S rank after being possessed by an F-rank Hunter with a sickly mother and younger sister. From high school students to big stars who swept fans all over the world. All of them are absolutes who have risen to the top position beyond their own line of sight. Parts! The swords rushed in, drawing line after line. Hick? The sword came close to Undines nose. Even a water spirit would be mortally wounded by a sword loaded with sword steel. However, if you tried to avoid it, you would lose the Eternal Bonfire in your hand. That moment. [Sweet Potato Lv?? I activate Pier!] Great! A feeling of pressure that oppressed the whole body took over the space. A peer reminiscent of an ancient-ss dragon. The problem is that this is not the end. Cuckoo Cuckoo! The white light began to converge into a single point. A power unique to the ancient species that surpasses the dragons breath. It is the unique holy spear (}) sword of condemnation. this is dangerous. You wouldnt be able to withstand even a second of self-defense. The Heavenly Demons, who made that decision, threw their bodies to the side with all their might. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! A ray of light ran in a straight line. It is a sword of condemnation that literally burns the air if it touches and judges all those with hostility. Its power was iparable to that of the adult body, but this alone was enough to terrify the Heavenly Demons. * * * Cheek! A terrain that has changed in an instant. Keuuugh! I never thought it would be like this. If I had been hit properly, I wouldnt have even picked a bone. Even though I avoided it quite far, I suffered internal injuries. Its a shame because he was quick to judge the situation. If it was even a littlete, it would not have ended to the extent of suffering internal injuries. Hiya. It really exceeds expectations. Which series is that guy? I want to see the adult version The corner of Behemoths mouth went up even more. It was a bonus that he took a posture to run away right away, as if his body was itching. Mo Mogiii Sweet Potato gasped for breath. It was because he poured everything into a single blow just before. Obviously, it wasnt that there were no results because it disrupted the battle line of the Heavenly Demons, but Unfortunately, there were no follow-up hits from colleagues. me the owner for meeting the wrong person. Suddenly, Guntafer grabbed the back of the sweet potato. Pod! The egg of an ancient species disappeared inside the bosom. mosquito! Stop it, stop it! No baby! Leaving behind the sweet potato and the screams of the spirit beasts Kwadeuk! Guntapers hand dug into the egg of an ancient species. Yellow liquid spurted out in all directions with the eerie sound of the shell breaking. Together. what is this? Guntafers face contorted with bewilderment. It was because I didnt feel any magic power from what I believed to be an egg of an ancient species. To be precise, the mana that flowed out until the egg crackedpletely disappeared. No way Right. That way. It was then that the smirking voice was heard. At the top of the valley, where there is a waterfall, there is Jinhyeok holding an egg that looks just like the one he just broke. I had a lot of trouble chasing the fake egg. Such nonsense Currently, the only way to hatch an ancient species egg is Eternal Bonfire. It was undoubtedly possessed by a water spirit called Undine. Guntafer, who was talking, realized something. This piece of trashwas just doing a y to buy time! Yes, if the bonfire is real, you wont have too much doubt about the authenticity of the eggs. Thanks to that, I was able to reach the valley in time. The elites of the Murimmaeng, of course, were able to finish everything else that was being prepared. Yeah Like you said, I bought a little bit of time. Thats whats going to change. Even if you try to hatch a true ancient egg, it needs time to warm up in the Eternal Bonfire. Its a matter of course, but it wasnt Guntaper who would watch it quietly. food. Guntaper looked at the masters of the political faction and Safa that were scattered throughout the forest. Or, were you thinking of doing something with this body with a siege that could only be used by humans? Myungsak hunts the demon king of the demon realm, so theres no way he prepared just that. Dont worry. Ill show you something you dont have to be so disappointed with. Right now. damn Jinhyuk snapped his fingers. OK. [The one who opens the stairs, Heimdall, is present!] A privilege received from Ellie, the middle manager. Deity Summon. Through that, Jinhyeok sought help from a deity of a faction with which he was close. Please move the people here to another floor. Well do our favor, but yer Kang Jin-hyeok must do what we ask. Heimdall appeared in the sky and stretched out his long staff. Dont worry. I will keep my promise. Okay, then Heimdall drew his wand horizontally. Whoops! The unique ability to move the stairs has been activated. shit Heimdall! Guntafer shouted and gathered his mana. It was because he wanted to kill Heimdall before his ability was fully realized. But Guntaper couldnt attack Heimdall. He didnt even pay attention to Heimdall. Worse still. Jinhyeok used the second card he had prepared. [ Trait ability Ancient Barrier is activated!] [12-Star Barrier End of Deep Sleep is activated!] Ugh! Valley Blue magic power welled up throughout. Ancient runes seemed to rise above dozens of sixs, but soon all the letters prated into Remias body. Through Guntapers authority and Remias unique ability, it was an allusion to the Heavenly Demons. It is this barrier that is intended to do this . The various jewels that had been filled with him were already in someones hand. A double agent is really bad. Beermount grabbed the colorful jewels in his hand. Chapter 450 Episode 450. New Ancient Species (3) The dry, turbid air permeated along the airway. A deste and destendscape. This was the Pandemonium More precisely, the area where Beriels territory was located. Haha! As expected, youre like my apostle. You did a good job attracting that vicious snake. Beriel pped and burst into madness. The feeling of satisfaction when things went perfectly ording to n was indescribable. of course. From the point of view of those who stand on the other side of it, there is no choice but to say that it is the worst. I thought the purpose was to clear the demons brainwashing and bring them to the Demon Realm. Guntafer wet his dry lips slowly. I thought the opponent would find a way out in various ways. I didnt expect toe up with a n like this. Keuuuuu Why am I? Surely, I remember being told that I would be able to take on a new challenge The Heavenly Demons held their heads. But it was only for a short while. After a brief confusion, the memories of the circumstances up to now were overwritten. What are you doing? Didnt you guys sign a contract with our lord! Kill that human right now! Wipe it out! The contract is still valid. If you kill him, I promise you a new Moorim and all future movies. Guntapers bloodline raised their voices. Because they needed their help somehow to avoid the worst. however. Its useless even if I give you the world. Nothing important to us is anything like that. Beer Mount took the lead on behalf of the Heavenly Demons. Whoops! Numerous swords appeared in the open subspace. I dont want fame. I dont want wealth. The only reason I came here was to be able to fight the strong in a new world. Even if I lose everything because of it, I thought it wouldnt be so bad. You cant decide where it starts, but at least you can end it wherever you want. Heavenly Demon, Lim Cheonryun. That is the name of the main seat. Heavenly Demon, Kandalion Yes, thats me, and I am Kandalion. Heavenly Demons from apletely different world. Ser, parenting, baking, cooking. Just because you lived a life that didnt suit the Heavenly Demon doesnt mean that your karma youve built up over the years is tainted. due to their own circumstances. due to what each seeks. Its just that Ive been on a new path. However, you tarnished our name with petty pranks. The pride of not being under anyone under the sky. It was taken away from those who lived proud of only that one thing. From now on, how foolish that was, I will tell you clearly. like that. All the Heavenly Demons turned to Guntapers enemies. * * * Dont stop! Support Ask for help from the territory right now! Blood rtives hastily blocked the front. However, it was impossible to stop dozens of Heavenly Demons with just a few blood rtives. Kwak Kwa Kwak! Quaang! Ill wipe them all out. A blow is like a mountain. The blood rtives were in a hurry to stand back and endured. Youve beenpletely beaten. Guntafer pressed his throbbing head. The biggest mistake was overlooking the possibility of creating a confrontation system that could solve Remias brainwashing. I think I have an advantage now What do you think? Jinhyuk smiled brightly. Certainly, not the picture I was expecting. But. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Dark ck salt rose along Guntapers entire body. Now its a fight worth fighting for a little bit. Its absolutely not in your favor. Isnt that right, Behemoth? Whoops. Youre right. I was rather worried that it would be a trivial fight, but it turned out rather well. Behemoth also spread his hands toward the air. chump chump chump! The des came together to create a huge greatsword. The power of an ancient species fully manifested. Horrible mana was embodied in dozens of branches. at the same time. A long line began to form along the dry sky. [Guntaper attempts incarnation!] [The demon kings power, Call of the Legion is activated!] Kukukukuku! Heaven and Earth shake. Hundreds of thousands of troops, not one or two. Did you call? Lord. The Demon Kings direct corps Roaring. I came by order. A huge number of demons and beastmen walked out beyond the gate. The monsters, including medium-sized andrge-sized ones, were also hard to fathom. In addition, Guntafer was alsopletely different from his previous appearance. Fully armed with his entire body wrapped in ck armor, Guntaper pulled out an unusual-looking sword and ax in each hand. Those weapons couldnt be Jinhyeoks eyes narrowed. These were undoubtedly divine objects possessed by the Demon God. At this point, there would be no way for Guntafer to get his hands on it Several hypotheses came to mind, but none of them were helpful in the current situation. From now on, Round 2. This is the beginning of the game. You dont have to leave a single one behind. Kill them all. Guntaper ordered an all-out attack. * * * Kwaaaa! Haap! A battlefield filled with screams and shouts. The smell of blood stung the tip of his nose. It was not easy to distinguish between the enemy and the enemy in a situation that had be a melee. This is all I can do. Heimdall opened his mouth to Jinhyeok. The original mission is to move the stairs so that this te is made. Thats where the contract is. This is enough. Thanks to you, it has helped me a lot. Then see you next time. Heimdall slowly disappeared to where he came from. good. Once this has been resolved. Next, its time to soothe the tired and exhausted employee from the prisoner life. Are you feeling okay? Jinhyeok helped Remia, who was on the verge of exhaustion. They said they would guarantee life. I almost died. Sorry sorry, who knew that guy would be so quick to notice? I guess he just didnt care if I died or not. Kuhmm. What a disappointing thing to say Even if you look at it like this, ourpany definitely cares about employee welfare. Enough. Anyway Remia let out a long sigh. His words were gruff, but he didnt shake off Jinhyeoks hand, probably because he was grateful to him for saving his life. Im resting here. Well take care of it from now on. Yeah. Im so sleepy Ill close my eyes for a bit. Remia fell asleep. Jinhyeok put the Eternal Bonfire near the Ancient Egg. Roaring! The mes began to heat the egg in an instant. A state that already has enough magic power in the valley. It wasnt long before hatching. Who do you think would leave it alone! Guntaper moved directly. sword and axe. Two weapons shining like pitch ck pointed at Jinhyeoks head. In Jinhyeoks hands, two daggers were already clutched. Kakakakang! Swordsmanship crossing vertically and horizontally. As the number came and went, which was close to a greeting ceremony, the joys and sorrows were clearly mixed. Jinhyuk frowned. heavy. He focused on avoiding the direct hit as much as possible, but even so, the demon kings blow was different. left! Jinhyeok lowered his stance as if he was brushing against the ground. Immediately, the ax shed where it had been near the waist. Kwajijik! It was to the point where a valley could be created in one attack. In addition to the power, the speed was also ridiculously fast. Is it because the demon king is the devil? There is no chance of winning in a simple head-to-head match. Even if I received the Gap and Lucky stat buffs, it wasnt enough to fill the gap with him. But its okay. My top priority right now is to hold on, not to crush the opponent. All I have to do is avoid cooking until the eternal bonfirepletely heats up the eggs. Judging by the color of the egg, it should be about 5 minutes at most. If so. [Inherent ability Grave of Sword is activated!] [Inherent ability Blessing of the Star is activated!] Magical and divine powers were manifested in Hongryeon and Barnard, respectively. And its good to say that its almost simultaneous. Various magics through Triple Magic raged like a storm. It starts with ice and fire and lightning. Three types of magic engulfed Guntapers body. Pew! On top of that, sword attacks with different energy continued. A little bit of time with this Isnt this just everything? Guntafer emerged unscathed from the explosion. It seems that the dream was too big. Cant we do it gently? Theres no need for a demon lord with a name to do his best against just one human. Hes too annoying for a human being. Guntaper condensed the ck demonic energy. A type simr to Sweet Potatos unique holy spear a moment ago. The difference was that the speed was significantly increased instead of lowering the power. Patsut! Dark red mes flickered. offset? There is no such option. [The zodiacal sign Pisces is open!] Pisces is the constetion that governs the ability to distort among the 12 constetions. Its pretty great in that it can deflect attacks that are difficult to parry. the problem is. The point is that you dont know where the missed attack will bounce. As the enemy was indiscriminately leaked without distinguishing between them, it was impossible to guarantee what kind of result would be. But theres nothing like this now with overwhelmingly many enemies. nine out of ten. The odds of picking a non-mother sword are slim. If you go to the Heavenly Demon, you should just think of it as bad luck. Wow! Kuaaa! Quaaah! The ck me exploded in the ce where the demons were concentrated. In one blow, the number of demons that exceeded three digits evaporated. This coward! What did he do to my men! After you killed him, why are you now cosying as a victim? Ugh. Im going to Ill tear you to shreds. You insignificant bug! When Guntaper loses his temper, its an opportunity. Beriel! Know. Beriel, who had been waiting all this time, took out the ck spear Kishan. Arms taut like a bow. That moment. Another demon kings unique holy spear was activated. Boooooong Quaaang! The shields around Guntapers body were blown away. The javelin was perfect because he was not participating in the battle and was only looking for the timing to shoot. Aagh! Surprise is a sess. It was because Guntaper had suffered so much damage that it was difficult to move for a while. It will take at least a few tens of seconds to restore the tattered body. The Heavenly Demons and Demons are also maintaining a tight bnce. On the other side, Sweet Potato and Behemoth were fighting fiercely. Mo, mosquito! Try more. I just got hot. What, is there anything hot? The Behemoth, which can fully express its own power, had a far greater advantage. Not only Guntaper, but the other side is also a very troublesome variable. For now, I have to focus on what I can do. Jinhyeok controlled the bonfire even more carefully. The firepower, the angle, and even the sympathy with the egg. In all things, not a single mistake should be mixed. Beriel Kang Jin-hyeok both of them this disgrace Kkududeuk Guntapers body was quickly restored. Because it was an area rich in demonic energy, the speed of recovery was also much higher than expected. I dont have much time now. hurry. I have to hurry a little bit more big . I just wont work again once again. Guntafers body waspletely restored. Finally. Quadduk! The shells heated by the eternal bonfire are cracking Miyo? A new ancient species has awakened. Chapter 451 Episode 451. Pandemonium War (1) Soft yellow feathers. Red eyes like Ruby. If you choose the most simr appearance, the phoenix wille to mind. Miyooo! The ancient bell, which wasrge enough to fitfortably in the chest, tilted its head. It is looking at the being that first became its owner after hatching. Damn it, its already! Guntafer swears and throws himself. If you kill them before a proper rapport or contract is established. Thinking that there are still opportunities. however. Your opponent is me. You horned bastard. As if waiting, Beriels spear shot like lightning. Kwak Kwa Kwak! ck spear Kishan pierced Guntapers ck armor. As if that wasnt enough, he blew down the trees on the other side. Keuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu Im going to go to the middle of the day. The pierced part instantly returned to its original form. You dont have to use the dragon to ask me to kill you. Beriel Your turn is right next. Ohhh. Thats interesting. Dont just talk about it and do something called practice. Amon, stop harassing our apostle. So youre saying lets see the real end here. Because its about time to put an end to the nasty bad rtionship. Chunk! Suk Guntafer and Beriel faced each other head on. The war between the two demon kings who be the pirs of the demon realm. A fight that ends only when one of them dies has begun. It was Beriel who took the lead. Pew! Red spheres over 5 meters in diameter rained down from the sky. Each one was a sphere with enough magic power to blow away a small hill. For a moment, Guntafers ax was covered with ck energy. From below above. A space-cutting sh cut through the spheres. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Countless lights flickered. As expected As it was a sh between the gods, the battle itself far exceededmon sense. But even between the heavens, there is aw. Jinhyeok carefully examined the situation. As expected, Beriel is at a disadvantage. There was already a difference of more than five times in the base of support, but as Guntaper acquired the god of demons, the gap widened even more. If it wasnt for the experience worn out countless times and the authority as a demon king, the game would have been decided right away. Miyo! Yes, of course you know. Jinhyeok stroked the head of the yellow phoenix. Like the first time I met a sweet potato, my heart was touched for some reason. I got it through all sorts of hardships Of course, Im thinking of giving it a name that suits it. From the first time I saw it, one name stuck in my head. Fried. It is an affectionate name that reminds me of a yellow whole chicken. Its easy to remember, and Ive never seen anyone who hates it. Above all, the appearance of red seasoning sauce on top of yellow fries went very well with fried foods. How is it, do you like it too? Mi, Miyo? Freyde shook his head from side to side violently. That probably means its good. No, I mean its definitely good. Okay. Your name is Fried. Jinhyuk smiled brightly. Miyooooooo!!!??? * * * Boom! Quaang! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! A ck wind raging without blinking. Kyahahaha! Behemoth, soaked in madness, swung his greatsword madly. mosquito! The sweet potato took advantage of the air battle and flung its body here and there. fluttering little wings. Because it elerated with the wind as much as possible, even a Behemoth could not easily give it a direct hit. Once, twice As the carelessness continued, Behemoth went up with a lot of medicine. I cant help but get annoyed because I cant get caught. Its not the body I tried to y with you moderately. Even if I dont know anything else, youll hold on tight. [Behemoth activates Lv?? Storm Step!] A skill that creates a storm around it as soon as it walks. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Gusts and typhoons began to sweep thend. Mo, Mogi? The sweet potato lost its bnce and was caught in the tornado. The sweet potatos eyes spun around at the high-speed rotating tornado. Mosquito! Now Ive caught the flirtatious thing. This is the end of the tag game. Its a little reptile. A red-edged greatsword. It was a holy relic specially created to ughter the same ancient species. If you are attacked in a situation where you cant even bnce properly, you will have no choice but to be attacked. Check mate with this. But just then Wheein! A fever that has never been seen before has been added. [Fried activates Lv1 Crispy Scorching Wind!] Miyoooo! A zing wind blew over the Behemoth. Its a strange heat that Ive never encountered before. Kuaa! Behemoth widened the distance in terrible agony. I dont know where the attack came from. Above all, it would be difficult to inflict a single wound on ones own skin with a normal fire-type attack Unless it was a high-level deity or an ancient species of the same kind His eyes widened to the side. Then there. There stood Go-Tae-jong and Jin-hyeok, who had yellow fur. Now everything is back and forth. In the end did you seed in hatching the egg? Im quite close with the ancient species. Because Im a family person, they follow me well. Isnt that Fried? Meyoooo Fried bowed his head. Looking at it, it seems like they dont like the name right? Isnt that the dragon called Sweet Potato? If I were the one who signed the contract, I would have killed you first. That that that. Look at the careless saying that it is a pierced mouth. It makes a difference between us. Isnt that right, Kuma? Tell me how good I am to you guys. Jinhyeok turned to sweet potato and asked for consent. However, the sweet potato was busy patting the back of the newly arrived fried chicken. Mosquito mosquitoes. Miyooooo I looked at the sweet potato with fried eyes. Whatever suits you. While asking if there is a nice name and a happy future. Shaking my head. Sweet Potato silently shook his head. He seemed to know all the pain and sorrow he was experiencing. And even the fact that you have to live with resignation to all of that everything. It was included in the gutter. * * * Damn it. Why do things get more and moreplicated like this? Guntaper looked at the situation on the Behemoth side and eventually showed his nervousness. This is because the Behemoth has been tied up by the newly awakened ancient species. There is no certainty that he will wipe out his opponent right away. Now the situation itself felt ufortable. If we keep fighting, the odds of winning might be halved. With only one corps under his direct control, there was no reason to overdo it. If they mobilized even the main unit in the territory to fight once again, there would be no such thing as a tight battle. The worry didntst long. Everyone, step back. Guntafer ordered a retreat. Ha, my lord? A little more and we can see the end! The demons under his direct control shouted in surprise. Im just getting hot now, what are you talking about! Behemoth was also dissatisfied. I didnt want to blow up the chance to bump into it to my hearts content. But Guntafer had already made up his mind. Consider yourself fortunate that your life has been extended. Human. If the person on the run said that, it seemed like there was no more Well, if youre going to roll up your tail, I wont chase you on purpose. Those words. I will definitely make you regret it. Guntafer bit his mr, but did not respond further. With that, ama was put in the fierce battle. Retreat to the country territory! This is the order of the Demon King. Stop fighting. Stop fighting! The higher-ranking demons were in charge of the rear, quickly capturing the soldiers and escaping from the battlefield. Whoever wants Its not you guys who decide the end! Some of the heavenly horses tried to chase them, but they didnt make much of a difference. Because they maintained their formation so perfectly, it was not easy to break through. And now. In Beriels temporary residence, a modest ce was prepared for the members of the new temporary alliance. Hmm. I dont wear much, but it costs a lot. Beriel, sitting at the table, trembled. Really not out of courtesy, literally not much. A soup made with mandragora that is out of breath with age. A dish of dried meat that you dont even want to know what kind of creature it was made from. Even thorny fruits and ice cream. If it had been another demon lord instead of Beriel, it would have seemed nothing but an intention to assassinate him. Its an insult to Jim no, to the cooking. Ellis grabbed the fork. I miss Byeokgokdan The Beer Mount, who represented the Heavenly Demons, also made a confused expression. Mooogi! Miyo! Sweet potatoes and fries were struggling to escape from the table. Only then can it be a proper meal. I cant help it. Because I couldnt force him to eat this poison. Jinhyuk, who slipped the tableware, opened his mouth. I guess the situation in Yeongji is worse than I thought? It seems like all the castles are copsing Patter. At the same time, one side of the ceiling copsed. The dimly lit candles swayed faintly here and there. Keukkeuheum! Its just that the situation is such that we cant afford it. But if this war ends well, well be able to live a rich life after that Until then, I ask for your understanding. No Im not saying theres any particrint Still, I just feel sorry for his name as the Demon King. When I first met him, he was quite confident and aloof. Rather than that, what do you n to do in the future? Of course, I thought that the battle woulde to an end, but didnt you suddenly ept the opponents offer and give me an excuse to run away? Beermount frowned. Since Jinhyeok was so willing to let go of his opponent, I thought there was a countermeasure prepared. If you look inside, arent there only empty demon kings and crumbling bases? Even saying that the horse was a corpsmander, there were not even usible soldiers in the manor. On the other hand, the opponent seemed to have much more to show if given the time. I understand. But, if we continued to fight, it would have been difficult for us. Not only Guntaper, but other demon lords also started to notice. Does this mean that new variables may intervene? Thats what it means. But isnt that a variable that wont change in the future? From my point of view, it only seems like I gave them more time to prepare. Thats not wrong, but its the same for this side that I bought time. Its probably not Guntafers side. Really, what do you think hes doing now? A calm and deep smile formed on Jinhyeoks lips. Chapter 452 Episode 452. Pandemonium War (2) The scent of fragrant wine tickled the tip of my nose. A long row of chairs. Even the finest dishes that make your mouth water even just by looking at them. In the splendid interior, representatives of the Pandemonium gathered. rattle! The door opened, revealing thest participant of the meeting. Youre here. Whoops. You look prettyid-back for the fact that your feet are on fire? Gigkick. To think that it was a human who smeared shit on the face of the mighty Guntafer. You couldnt believe it even when you looked in the mirror? Come back. Guntafer. Beriel was absent this time, so you dont have to look for him so hard. The other demon lords spat out one word at a time. Among them, the man with green hair hanging down to his waist was stunned. So this is it Dont you know if Beriel has a better eye for climbers? Looking at the result of Beriel, who collected a lot of mines and stuff and sold just one with one guy at all shows. Dont scratch it. Asmodeus. My patience has be too small to contain you. A vicious flesh rose from Guntafers body. Normally, I felt a pressure that would make me suffocate just by facing him. Ah, Im sorry. I always forget that I have a rivalry with Beriel. What about the idiot and rival who sold all of his territory. Hes the one who will disappear within a short time. Well, I cant imagine you losing. Asmodeus nodded. Looking at the steps Guntaper had taken, he knew better than anyone else that he would never let the enemy live. nce. Guntafers gaze turned to a corner of the banquet hall. Didnt the Demon God attend this time as well? The seat of honor is vacant. Since demons rarely appeared in public ces, this meeting wasposed of only demon kings at the level of corpsmanders. If Eden doesnt dere an all-out war, hes not the kind of person who will move his heavy ass. Sheesh! The future of the Pandemonium is also filthy dark. More than that, Guntaper. The tall man sitting next to Asmodeus opened his mouth. He was a demon king with red hair and a muscr body. Mamon. He is the one who controls the greed recorded in the Book of Enoch. At the same time, Mamon was also in charge of the economy of the Demon Realm. What? You might be aware of it, but we are taking this matter quite seriously. Killing each other is amon thing among demon lords, but in this case, you crossed the line a bit. And that too a lot. Is it because of the theme of the 30th floor? Yes, originally, we shouldnt have been involved in the raiding of the floors. However, you intervened greatly in the rules of the system due to your personal reasons. There is bound to be a rebound. Didnt the battle that should actually take ce on the 30th floor happen in their home base, the Demon Realm? If the opponent hadnt been the demon king, it would have been a crime worthy of immediate judgment. so that. This ce should be a ce of interrogation, not just a banquet. To hold a demon king ountable for his stupid actions. And even how to handle things after that. If you want a reward after dealing with Beriel, just say it, Mamon. Hehehe Im free to think, but since Ive already done this much, it means there shouldnt be any mistakes. I mean Clicked. Mammon ced a round stone the size of a palm on the table. A shield and an ax crossed patterns. This is Guntafers face hardened. Barbarian Warrior A holy relic that symbolizes thosemonly known as barbarians. * * * In the middle of Beriels territory, due to preparations for war, a blink of an eye was passing by. This is because, as long as it is openly on fire, many variables have to be created in order to survive. Jinhyeok looked at the huge map on the wall. The map depicting all the topography and features of the Demon Realm included the territory and military base where each Demon King resided. Hmm. From now on, who will move and how will matter . Because they want to avoid the risk of touching the system themselves. Considering that, there is only one answer left. Those who have never acted against the rules set by the system. Thats why even if they intervene on another floor this time, they can minimize the aftermath. Right on the 31st floor is the Barbarians World. C Barbarian. It is a group of muscrbat fanatics, regardless of gender or age. It was said that breaking peoples pots was the most enjoyable pastime. Saying more would only hurt your mouth. In addition, because of their extremely low IQpared to their high self-esteem, they often had friction with other races. In a word, it means that it is better not to associate with each other as much as possible. It was also one of the stairs I most wanted to avoid unless I was actually climbing the tower. Guntafer knew that too, so he must have chosen the Heavenly Horse instead of the Barbarian even if it was unreasonable. But The story ispletely different if its a holy relic owned by Mamon. A warriors coin. Its just a pattern engraved on a stone, but it has quite a special meaning to the Barbarian. It was because he could gain the trust of the Barbarian race just by having the coins owned by the chieftains leading the n in the past. It was one of the few ways to motivate stubborn warriors. Certainly this was likely to be a headache. That is if you dont prepare properly. It would have been a good n if the real opponent wasnt me Jinhyeok clicked his tongue in regret. Hmm. Were you here? It was then that I heard Beriels voice. Beriel and an elderly demon entered through the open door. Is it Beriel? Oh, its nothing special. When I have time, I thought Id figure out the whole thing Okay. Nothing else. Ive collected all the troops you asked for. If you look out the window, youll be able to check it right away. Ah. Yes? Thank you. Jinhyeok changed his seat and walked toward the window. The view from the citadel, which is about 5 stories high. Usually in movies, when amander-level figure shows up, it is standard for a long horn to sound and numerous soldiers to shout. I was expecting such a grandiose spectacle to unfold. is it real? The situation is much more serious than I thought? At best, there were about a hundred soldiers in the territory. Even that, the military was all gone. Even the ranks were not properly equipped. Isnt that all? Helmets, weapons, shields, they all skipped one by one and giggled. I knew that Beriel was on the verge of bankruptcy, but this is almost at the level of the Tang Dynasty army, isnt it? haha. I cant help it. We also had our own circumstances. Who is that person? Judging by the fact that her magical power isnt high, shes not a high-ranking demon. Hmm. dont introduce He is the butler who oversees our manor. nice to see you. Its called Shehert. Ive been serving Beriel for hundreds of years. Its the first time Ive invited a human to the manor, so please let me know if theres anythingcking. This Sehert will help you as soon as possible. Sehert gave a simple smile. Unlike a demon, he is warm and full of affection. Just like when I met my grandfather who passed away 15 years ago. This is my apostle Gangjin Kaak! Wow! No, X bee was this human? Kang Jin-hyeok? If so, please tell me in advance. donte here at all. Your shit. withdraw everything I said. I never thought there would be multiple personalities among humans or demons. Even his words are thick enough to make his ears bleed. Im sorry. Butler, thats Im sorry. Do you know how much I have suffered and struggled to maintain this beggar-sized estate? Oh you know. I know. I know The demon king devours the territory, thend, and the forest without thinking because of a single human being. But youre so proud of yourself that you dont want to lose to other demon lords even if you die? Yem disease. But why arent you epting resignations again? Almost insane level. No matter how much resentment he had until now, he even stood up to the blood in his neck. No, but Im the Demon King, and Im the monarch you serve Ah, if you mess with me, just kill me. Do you die from overwork, from fire, or from Guntaper? Im destined to die anyway, so whats there to be afraid of? Baejarasik mode continued. Seeing that Beriel was also at a loss, it seemed that he had been stabbed a lot during that time. I wonder if I was hiding the fact that I was Kang Jin-hyuk from Sehert just now? Im d though There are still people in this territory who have the will. Rather, Jinhyuk smiled brightly. This is for our hard-working butler I need to make this one that smells like salty money. Now is the time to refresh the te. * * * Even if there is an absolute power difference, it does not necessarily result in victory. It is said that the key in war is how many different variables can bebined to outwit the opponent. The third day since I came to the Demon Realm. Jinhyeok broke everyones expectations and started to make an unconventional first move. Are you fucking serious are you going to do this? Chun Yuseong spat out a curse. The moment he wandered behind in Moorim. Through Heimdall, I was able to barely give up on the Heavenly Demon Produce 101. But there was only a moment of relief. It was because the ce they arrived was the Pandemonium located at the top of the Tower of Trials. The ce right in front of you is also one of Guntapers core bases. It was a ce called in Castle. Not only were there a lot of high-ranking blood rtives, but the size of the castle made it inevitable to say that it was impregnable even from the bottom of the castle. The more I look at it, the more it seems to be a little tight. Even if you hit a rock with an egg, its still oily. Do you think it makes sense to hit that ce with only this force? Dont you know the saying that the best defense is offense? We would have been hunted if we stayed in the manor anyway. I shouldnt speak. Anyway, if I go out with you, I wont die in my name. Trust me. Even if you dont spend a day or two with me. furthermore. The number I have now is not too bad. For Guntaper, this war was a test bed where he had to unterally destroy rather than simply win. A ce where you have to show off your skills in front of countless demon lords. Even the most thoroughgoing guntaper will be burdened. A preemptive strike on our side is like putting a spoon right into the burden. good. It seems like the stage is now ready Jinhyuk snapped his fingers. OK. Kreureu Keong! Kung! Kung! A sound like an animal howling echoed here and there at the same time. Chapter 453 Episode 453. Pandemonium War (3) At Jinhyeoks call, many monsters appeared. One of the cards prepared in thest 3 days. Kreur! Kyong-k-k-k-k-k-k-k-k! A special unit created through the souls received from the gods of Egypt and the dolls requested by Lee Yoo-ri. Its the Jackal Troop. Jackals with dark skin and golden weapons were ready to attack at any moment. The number is about 500. Since they set up an ambush in the forest on the side of the fort, they should be able to maximize the effect of the attack. Damn it I cant help it. Chun Youseong drew his sword in desperation. A green light shone in Ryuhwa. still. It would be better than dealing with the Heavenly Demons. Above all, this master is not afraid of anything as long as he is with the Celestial Man. Whoops. Chuhon Sa-young, who came over with Cheon Yu-seong, smiled. Puhaha! Thanks to the disciple, I came to all hell. There is probably no teacher in all of Moorim who lives a life as rewarding as mine. There is no such thing as filial piety tourism. Dark Emperor also burst intoughter. Its new, but that boss is that employee. It seems that there are only a lot of members who are not in their right mind. Is Ellis noting? huh. He has something else to do, so he wont join us this time. That is a bit unfortunate. The long-distance support was pretty solid, after all. Thats the case, but instead, theres a strong Swordsman next to you, right? Enough of what you say in your mouth. Anyway, this is a start. lets go. Jinhyeok took the lead. * * * ine Fortress is a strategic strategic point located in the shortest distance connecting the two demon kings domains. This means that you have to be the first target to save time and materials. But even so, Beriel had never attacked this ce before. Rather than crashing into an impregnable fortress and being destroyed, they had found a detour and attacked, even if it took time. Obviously, that was the way the two demon kings fought until now What the hell happened to this? The high-ranking demon in charge of the ine Fortress, Mezaike, could not ept the current situation at all. Its because the opponent has been betting a head-to-head match. The number of enemies is about 500. The main focus is jackal-shaped dolls. Since he hid himself in the eastern forest, it seems that the response will be somewhat dyed. It seems that he used a dragon to find his weak spot. If you look at finding a route that obscures the view in the sparse forest of the demon realm. You are still so stupid. Just thinking about how to do this with just that number This is where tens of thousands of troops do not move. The number of high-ranking demons staying in the fortress was over twenty. In addition, he hadrge-scale monsters locked up in the dungeon and it that could be called the ultimate weapon. Still, you shouldnt be careless. Even a tiger would do everything in his power when hunting a rabbit. Give the intruders a friendly wee. Mezaik looked down from the top of the citadel. soon. The battle has begun. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Kwaaang! Huge mes engulfed the oing jackals. Keep it! Kuaa! Limbs are torn to shreds. The mass of magic created by injecting demonic energy literally wiped out everything in sight. The jackals also tried to prevent the concentration of firepower by widening the distance as much as possible, but thats all. From the start, the power gap was too wide. Quack. Its like using a dragon to kill himpletely. I think its the first time Ive seen guys whoe to die without any countermeasures like that. Theres nothing wrong with Kang Jin-hyeok. I heard you dont fight a losing battle. Each of the blood rtives spat out a word. But that was just then. Whoa! On the moat side, a tremendous amount of energy was condensed. [Dark Emperor activates Heukcheon Devil Gong (ħʹ) and ck Tiger Priesthood (̖ȭ)!] While the eyes were focused on the jackals, someone arrived just below the wall. It was not reached on foot. body soaked. You passed through the drainage ditch? But there must be a colony of corpse spiders that eat evenrge species alive? It didnt make sense to get out of it alone. But there was no time to panic. Wow! Breaking through severalyers of defensive magic and barriers. The dark emperors regime copsed one side of the wall. * * * Ha ha ha! did you see I was the first to open the way! Its on a different level from the vassals of the political faction. The Dark Emperor let out a joyful roar. Its really about going inside and ying an active part rather than pretending to be proud of just doing that. It seems that he cant lose his marriage. stepped forward The tenacity of not losing to the opponent even if it means dying. The two tigers roared and predicted each others dominance. Even in the midst of this, it was absurd to fight each others pride but anyway, it was worthwhile sacrificing the jackals. [Trait Tombgraves Leg is activated!] [Sword Demon Celestial Treasure is activated!] A leg that has turned into a ck de. Quaang! Jinhyeok, who hit the ground, threw himself into the fortress at once. This is an opportunity when everyone is out of their mind. Just like that, ten or so jackals, including Jinhyeok, seeded in infiltrating. Stir as much as you can. Kreung! The jackals disappeared in different directions. Now, it depends on how much time you turn off. Parts! When cial Formation was activated, a huge ice barrier was created between the passages. The thick ice, over 30 cm thick, blocked the demons. Kuk! Such tricks! Its an obstacle. Just destroy it. This is simply a matter of buying time. There are only a handful of people whoe in. Thoroughly defeat each one! Mezaik gave orders to the soldiers inside the citadel. I was a little surprised to have passed through the castle wall, but from their point of view, it was like entering the beehive anyway. If you just respond smoothly, there will be no variables. however. Cheak! Aagh! Blood broke out among the demons who attacked. Kakakakang Im sorry! fast. What kind of guys movements are so grotesque? Jinhyeok walked all over the inside of the fortress holding two daggers. The demons set up an encirclement and aimed at Jinhyeoks blind spot but Kakan! As if that much was expected, even the surprise attack was repulsed. While I took a breath, I felt a kinship fever. In addition, the monsters that make up the fortress were also being ughtered like pieces of paper. Keeeh! Keee! The Hellraisers, 2m tall and equipped with hooks in both hands, flocked to the crowd, but it was not easy to even tie their feet. still. There are plenty of mass-produced models. No matter how strong he is, there must be something called the total amount of mana. The moment you reach that limit is the moment you die. We have already notified other bases that this ce has been attacked. In a little while, reinforcements from there wille like bees. Patter Jinhyeok brushed off the blood on his dagger. They said it was a defense base, but they really collected a lot of them. I thought I reduced it quite a bit, but it would be difficult even if it took me all day. It was impossible to cut down tens of thousands of monsters one by one. If thats the case then you just have to bring out the abilities that are suitable for a grand war. Havent you been steadily gathering all kinds of abilities for this time? He slowly released the magic that Jinhyeok had umted. [The unique holynce 8 Swamps is activated!] Chiyiik! An unimaginable poisonous cloud flowed out. Swamps of different concentrations sucked the Hellraisers into the abyss. Kee Kek! keek! Kiii Numbers dont mean anything anymore. Because it disappeared as a handful of blood that fell within the range of its ability. Stop sacrificing the childish kids ande out yourself. Isnt that the name of Seongju talking on top of him? Who is this man to rip and kill, saying that he only lived on his lips! A gust of wind blew from Mezaiks body. Part of the swamp parted and Jinhyeok was seen. Cuckoo Cuckoo! The ground is evenly cracked like kkakdugi. The fragments that were cut off rushed towards Jinhyeok like a whirlpool. But right before the fragments touch Jinhyeoks body. standing tall Fragments stopped in the air. [Inherent ability Triple Magic C Telekinesis is activated.] It s not just blocking. The stones that were cut away quickly turned into a diamond shape. Whoops! The pointed end pointed toward Mezaike. In that short moment, he took the initiative of magical power and even changed his form at the same time? Looking at what Ive shown so far, I thought it was specialized in closebat. I never thought Id use such advanced magic continuously. Pudeuk! Even so, I dare! Youre going to make fun of that toy-like sword What do you think of me, who has protected this fort for hundreds of years! what is magic What does it mean to protect this fort? Ill tell you clearly! Mezaik concentrated his magic on both hands. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Tree trunks grew out of the diamond-shaped fragments. Tree trunks with sharp teeth ripped through what was in sight like a storm. Through the kaleidoscope made by Jinhyuk with blink and cial molding, he escaped by a single piece of paper. bang! bang! Kwak Kwa Kwak! Buildings on both sides of the road merged into one with a roar. the ground goes out Steel-framed skewers protruded from under it. Normally, I would have died dozens of times. However, Jinhyeok, who moved like a mudfish, continued to move one beat faster. Mezaiks anger surged to the top of his head at the sight of him raising the medicine without even responding properly. [Flesh-Eating Flower begins to pray!] Pray the Lord. Roaring! Red shes gathered from each flowers mouth. Lets see if you can still smile. Dozens of beams of light reminiscent of small breaths were emitted. I feel the will to destroy the entire fortress. The amount of mana condensed to that extent was absurd. Wow! Kwak Kwa Kwak! The wholend is plowed up. Countless craters began to form. Iron as well as rocks were melted as it was, so I could see how powerful the firepower was. how long has it been like that? Huh. omg. It wasnt until she was on the verge of exhaustion that Mezaiks attack stopped. Because they fired indiscriminately, even the jackals inside the castle and on the walls were annihted. Although it was difficult, it was sessful in Mercury. * * * What about him? Thats The adjutant surveying the wreckage shook his head. Did you get out in the middle of this? Really, there are no cockroaches. Mezaik, who was looking around the battlefield, frowned. Something is strange. The fact that we won was not strange. It was a very natural result given that there was such a difference in power in the first ce. The only strange thing is that the opponent attacked without proper preparation. Its hard to say that jackals made of stuffed animals are the main force Wait a minute. Come to think of it. In this battle, the enemys main forces, the Heavenly Demons, were nowhere to be seen. There were a few to be exact, but they were significantly less than the number previously known. The same was true of the ancient species that could produce the strongest firepower in siege warfare. The vague sense of incongruity turned into sticky certainty. No way if you deliberately started a fight knowing you would lose if all of this was simply to pass the time. Guntaper contact me. Right now! Something went wrong, that too very firmly. Chapter 454 Episode 454. Pandemonium War (4) Mosquito Mosquito! Miyooo! The two ancient species jumped and jumped. Its pretty cute to see thempliment each other. yes yes Jinhyeok gently stroked Sweet Potato and Frieds hair. You both suffered a lot. This is sincere. Because youve done the hard thing of robbing one of Guntafers treasure troves. Wait a minute wait. Ive kept it somewhere else here. Patter. Quiterge magic crystals poured out. Those who have achieved great achievements should be rewarded appropriately. The motto of the Goinmul Corporation was not to forget enemies but not to forget favors either. We ask well. Understand? Mo Mosquito! Sweet Potato gave a salute as if he would do his best. Subsequently, fried rice also imitated sweet potatoes. Miyo! A pair of well-brained ves No, an ancient species was born. We also suffered a lot of damage. No matter how much the troops were reduced, there were many guards. Fortunately, there were no casualties, but the battle will be difficult for about half of them for the time being. Beermount, who was next to him, opened his mouth. Covered in dust and blood. He induced Guntapers main force to gather at ine Fortress as much as possible, but it seems that the battle was still quite fierce. I guess so. Still, it was worth it. Jinhyeok grabbed the smallest jewel among the various treasures that came out of the sweet potatos mouth. Ive put a lot of effort into getting this for the past 3 days . Well We have a debt to pay you back, so Ill hang out with you for the time being. Call me if you need anything else. I will protect thew while the others eat their luck. Beermount left. Then, Chun Yoo-seong, who had been silent until now, opened his eyes. You guys are using other people as bait. Thats why I didnt notice that the attack on ines Fort was all bullshit. okay. I had no choice but to be fooled. cut the minutes A voice that seems to be trying to control emotions. This guy is definitely going crazy wanting to pull out his sword right now. Ah Im sorry, I should have told you earlier I did? Why is there a saying that if you want to fool your enemies, you have to fool your allies first? I just faithfully followed the words of the ancient sages. Right. Chun Yuseong nodded. Do you understand this? Then, can I fool my allies in order to fool future enemies? This is a sword that wont die even if stabbed Trust me. I wont ask you to believe it twice, so it only takes once. I heard that Cheon Yu-seong went to the west side of the castle alone and struggled until the end to escape. It was that Sayoung Chu intervened and barely saved her life. gulp. Dry saliva flowed down his throat. Why? Why do you think your life might be in danger if you dont run away right now? Haha Jinhyeok slowly backed away in a cold sweat. You and I I will see the end today. Yoo Yuseong-ah? Sreung! A sword with a green light was pulled out. But just when Chun Yu-seong is about to swing his sword. An unexpected status window appeared. [The 30th floor has been captured!] A status window with a golden sentence written on it. * * * [The 30th floor has been conquered!] [The first person to climb the theme Cliff of Wailing is Scott Applic of the Crash guild.] [ Amazing achievements will be entered into the Hall of Fame tomorrow.] [Compensation will be settled.] A status message that goes up one after another. Ohhh! What is this? Wow! ooh we did it I did it! Crash Guild yers cheered. Although they went through all sorts of hardships, they never imagined that they would be the first attackers. Haha everyone worked hard. How did you really get up this remote ce Applick looked down the cliff. A sheer height of over 50 km. It was difficult just to climb, but the level of difficulty was beyond imagination as various monsters, including grotesque birds, appeared. No but seriously How did we climb this ce? Just such a guild that corresponds to the small to medium sized ss. Although it made a little bit of a name in Phdelphia, it was difficult to get into the Top 100 when looking at the entire United States. Wasnt it the goal that I thought that just gaining experience, let alone actually attacking the 30th floor, was enough? Whoops. Thank you for your hard work. Thanks to your hard work, everyone made it to the top safely. A silver-haired man approached with a strange smile. Lucas Mr. okay. this man. It would have been impossible if it hadnt been for this mysterious being who revealed that he was a resident of the 30th floor. His skills were certain, but there were not one or two doubts. It was also surprising that a resident who had previously participated in this theme had a mysterious death. Origin, level, and even timing. Everything was far from ordinary. But there was no choice. It was because at least one resident had to be included to survive in this hell. In addition, the gamble paid off as a result. It was because therge guilds and new promising guilds, as well as the old corporations that always kept the lead, were pushed aside. Come on, lets get out of the tower. There must be a lot of reporters by now. Can the main character bete? is it so. The media will show it to you, but we should enjoy it. Hey, dont we all recognize each other just by going to the local mart? The guild members patted Applik on the back. I wanted to give you the honor of getting out of the tower first because I knew how hard youve worked so far. okay. Everything will lean. Aflik struggled to brace himself. I have no doubt that a rosy future will unfold in the future. * * * The Heavenly Horses summoned by Produce Heavenly Horse 101 can remain in the Tower of Trials ording to the system contract. However, as other themes were attacked, their justification for being in this world disappeared. Parts! Blue powder scattered from the bodies of the Heavenly Demons. With the supply of magical power cut off, each of them tried to return to the world they came from. Jinhyuk bit his lip. Guntafer put his hand on it. To help yers who chose a different theme forcefully clear the floor. Im sure he doesnt know the effectiveness of the jewels he brought through sweet potatoes Besides, to prevent that, he stole a lot of other treasures and even spread a smoke screen. But did you even figure it out? I dont know anything else, but losing the heavenly horses at this timing was such a painful loss. How much time do you think you have left? Three days if you save your energy as much as possible maybe less than that. Once I get it. The n will have to bepletely redesigned. It is unreasonable to use the Heavenly Demons to shake the opponents base. You can only fight with all your might, because its probably only once. Its a headache to try to stop one Behemoth right now but its okay. Jinhyeok fiddled with the jewel in his hand once again. situations where time and resources are limited. ns prepared to shake Guntafer still need more time. What are you going to do? I think we should go out of the tower and go straight to the 31st floor. The other yers will be taking a break, so we should use that opportunity to meet the barbarians. If we left, Beriels side would be destroyed? That would be it. But I have no choice but to believe and endure. If they enve even the barbarians, not only the Pandemonium, but the 31st floor itself will be impossible. It means you dont know when this sides king will be captured, but the seat has to be vacated. Besides, all the Heavenly Demons that can be called knights have a time limit. And besides I heard that the butler fell broke the other day and was poisoned. Be careful on the way at night. It wont be strange if you get stabbed anytime. So you shoulde back as soon as possible. Before Beriel bes homeless in Hell. Hearing the situation from Sesam Cheon Yoo-seongs mouth, it was bleak. Besides, even if things went well, it would take more luck to defeat Guntafer. Lets go out first. Before its toote, we need to check the guy from the Crash Guild. Yes. i get it. Whoops! gate to open. As the 30th floor was conquered, all yers obtained the right to leave the tower. Soon, with the dazzling light, the sights werepletely changed. The first thing that greeted me was the baptism of the camera shutter. Over there! I am out! Im Master Kang Jin-hyeok of the Goinmul Corporation! The reporters who were lining up on the first floor rushed like bees. You missed the first attack, what do you think is the problem? As expected, was it the problem that Theresa-san or Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min didnt join? Do you have any regrets about choosing a difficult theme? Provocative questions followed. Anyway, its like hyenas who like provocative things. Its not worth responding to. Besides, thats not whats important right now. . Jinhyeok looked at one ce, ignoring all the reporters microphones. ha ha ha! The Crash Guilds Master Applic is always smiling. and the existence behind it. ! Jinhyuks pupils shook. Silver hair and faintly reddish eyes. That man I thought he was a demon, but he wasnt. Vampires. They are also pure-blooded blood rtives. Her appearance changed, but she couldnt hide the unique aura that radiated from her body. No, he was looking exactly this way, as if he wanted to know himself on purpose. Exension. One of the remaining household heads, and the one who usurped the position of Ataraxias household head, is now there. flinch The hand holding the red rose moved. But I know. That this is an opponents provocation. If I got involved in a battle here, it would be like throwing a knife at the heroes who invaded the 30th floor. He didnt know what kind of joke he would have yed if he had invested so much that he came out of the tower. I guess I should consider it fortunate that Ellis isnt here. If I had put it in Brahams ring, it would have instantly turned this area into a mess. Anyway. There was an ie that came out of the tower. At least I was able to figure out the identity of the other person and the details of the work. right at that moment. Well go straight to the 31st floor. Exension made a bombshell deration in front of reporters. yes? No, even though I bought 90 days right away? Why are you moving so forcefully? It wont be toote to go after taking enough rest. Still, I couldnt understand themon sense reason for such haste. A fishy smile crept across Exensions lips. ording to the rewards we got on the 30th floor there is a game-changing item buried on the 31st floor. The hourss of Mobius. Its a relic that multiplies a day tenfold. However, this hourss only exists for exactly 72 hours after the stairs are opened. The most necessary time for the survival of mankind. Exension threw a huge bait. People have no choice but to turn on the lights in their eyes and run. Chapter 455 Chapter 455. Savage Heart Barbarians World (1) The 31st floor of the Tower of Trials. Thanks to the Exension, the situation quickly took off. In order to find the Moebius Hourss, each guild immediately put in a raid. Thanks to that, the entrance to the 31st floor was in the process of being crowded with many yers. You just have to follow what we say from now on. Of course, it was the Crash Guild that held the key to information. The executives of the Crash Guild, including Aflik and Excension, took control of the rankers of therge guild as they wished. shit. How did the situatione to this Ive never heard of that guild name this time. Still, I cant help it. I have no choice but to adjust right now. Thats right. Even if you dont know anything else, you must acquire an item that can extend time. If, by chance, your pride fails and your work fails. You will have to ept the resentment of everyone in the world. In particr, no one dared to speak against the words of the Crash Guild because they had seen the copse ofrge guilds in an instant. Just silently obey orders. I was trying to take advantage of this. I see It was nice to have safely cleared the 30th floor, but Im so anxious that I cant even move freely. Chun Yoo-seong and Teresa each said one word at a time. Certainly, the Exension moved sharply this time. To be precise, Guntaper above him had a hand. long time no see. Ive never lost a yer. How many years have you felt this tension? pounding! pounding! pounding! Thanks to that, my heart beat happily. It feels like going back to the time of a newbie and clearing all kinds of perverted and sadistic quests in the Tower of Trials. how to attack And how desperately to trample the opponent at the end. It was hard to contain my excitement just imagining it. Lets go to the forest first. Ill have to start with the nearest barbarian tribe. Master has also agreed to join us, so we need to find at least one tribe before the meeting. The 31st floor is a ce with many bad memories, so it remains in my memory for a long time. however. Where are you going? A familiar voice interrupted. It was Exension who saw Jinhyuk and the rest of the members trying to move. We will move on our own. Hmm. Following us, who first conquered the 30th floor, would be the most helpful way for humanity Are you saying youre rejecting that? Is that really your official position as the guild leader leading the deceased person corporation? Im sick to death of a damn vampire talking about humanity and all that. I feel like I want to put a cross on my face and shower it with holy water. However, Jinhyeok did not respond to the opponents provocation. Even if he attacks using divine power There is no guarantee that his body is real. If its a fake made from a corpse doll, things will go irreversibly. Then I know a better way than you. The real information I heard from the higher deities. If you dont believe me, why not make a bet on who will find it first? They say that fire is caught by fire. You can cheat on this one too. You dont need any proof anyway. Because everything in the Tower of Trials was proven by results. Above all, it has already been proven many times that there are many deities and ties. Is that true? Wow! As expected, Mr. Jinhyeok! Chun Yoo-seong and Teresa opened rabbit eyes. No, what if you are fooled too? Exension also kept his mouth shut. okay. I bet you know. Mobiuss hourss is something that can never be used even if it is found. Besides, its purpose isnt an hourss, so you wont be eager to find it. In the end, it is a story after a little more time has passed that each other reveals their identities and rushes into battle. that buck Jinhyeok moved without looking back. As expected, Exension didnt catch on anymore. ??? Whoa. Jinhyuk pressed his fingers through his throbbing hair. This is why I didnt like the 31st floor This is how the situation started. After about 2 hours of searching, I was able to find one of the barbarian tribes in the hills. It was possible to approach it before Exension or Guntaper. It was really good until there. The problem is Dont lie. to set the meat on fire Then all the meat is burned and turned into powder. The point is that these barbarians are stupid enough to transcend imagination. No, thats not it I meant that if you sign a contract with us, well give you delicious meat. If you roast it well, it tastes much better. The meat is delicious. No fire. Then can you sign a contract for me if I just give you some raw meat? What is the contract? X feet. I cant help but let the cursee out of my mouth. I dont know why there are Australopithecus in the 21st century. Despite this, their strength is so ignorant that each and every one of them is strong enough to catch an ogre with their bare hands. Thats why hes proudly dominating the 31st floor. Even with that hair Hair? The barbarian tilted his head. No, I think a big head would be smart. right. I, Barakdu, are the biggest and smartest in my tribe. I admit it. Barakdoo learned how to add not too long ago. He is the first person in our tribe to realize addition. In 10 years, you might even be able to multiply! Mantehori. No matter how hard it is, I wonder if it will be difficult. Among the elders in the kingdom, there are only five or four who can do multiplication and division. I admit it. I made a mistake in my words. The barbarians next to them hurriedly shouted. Its hard to argue with him since hes so full of pride for Barakdu. As the barbarians revere only strength so much, their intelligence has naturally deteriorated but how much more stupid must the guys in the big town or the warchief have be? Just imagining it already makes my heart feel grand. If it wasnt for Guntaper, he would have attacked the stairs the way he did before, avoiding contact with the barbarians as much as possible. This time I couldnt use that method. The situation came when he had to interact with the barbarians as much as possible. ha. Jinhyeok let out a small sigh and put the raw meat back down. It seems that it will not be easy to conciliate Barakdu. Just when I thought so. Barack Doo! Someone else ising! One of the barbarians on the fence shouted. Are you enemies? I dont know. Are you allies? I dont know either. As you can see, he is not holding any meat. If there is no meat, shoot the arrow first. i get it. Wait a minute! Jinhyeok hurriedly stopped. What kind of enemy are these crazy guys, I cant even tell them apart, so are they trying to shoot arrows first? The barbarians adage, If theres nothing to eat, throw your fist first, passed through your head. Something? Hes from our side. Dont shoot. Are you a fortune teller? what? How do you know if its yours or not without looking? Thats because we decided to meet at this time. At Jinhyeoks words, the bodies of the barbarians froze. !? !!? What are you saying right now? do you know the time? Exact time? I never thought there would be a human smarter than Barakdu. can not believe it. Is this such a surprise? Its not but from these guys point of view, its almost like cutting-edge science. Suddenly, I remembered the reason why no one wanted to upy the 31st floor. You need to have a certain amount of brain to get scammed, and if you dont have a brain at all, even cheating is close to impossible. It was then that the front door was smashed. Shards of shattered trees were scattered in all directions. You dare shoot arrows Ill wipe them all out. Oh my goodness. Its been a while since Ive had such a wee. A familiar voice echoed through the dust. It was the death of the dark emperor and the death of the deceased. Barack Doo! Enemies! The barbarians immediately grabbed their weapons. While pledging to cut to pieces the intruder who dared to attack them. Its a pain in the ass. Jinhyuk. Should we fight? Chun Yoo-seong and Teresa also prepared to release their abilities with worried eyes. It was because he couldnt stand still and watch Darkwang and Chuhonsayeong being attacked. but. are you okay. Even if you are alone. Jinhyeok put on a smile of repentance. Its done with this. From the moment Master came here. Because all worries are gone. Pass. The smoke cleared, revealing the figure of Dark Emperor. The barbarians who were raising their weapons widened their eyes. Opponent is an old man. It was only natural for her grandchildren to acquire and eat the prey they had hunted. Even so, the bulging muscles that make his age obscure. From the overwhelming strength to smash the front door with a single punch and the spirit of not being afraid of one-hundred-dors. The author is not just an old man. a warrior. Yes. Dark Hwang was no different from the utopia of all barbarians. ??? Due to the joining of Dark Emperor, everything was solved easily. Please tell me what is the secret of your muscles. great warrior. A muscle? Yes. Those big, coveted biceps. My mouth waters just looking at it. Hoo. These days, things are all messy because they only polish their inner skills but you guys can see a little bit of ssaksu. Dark Emperor nodded. Dont give me instructions. A kid with good muscles. tight! Dark Emperors right forearm muscle twitched irregrly. Muscle is something that lives and breathes. The more you polish it, the bigger it gets. It is good to run about 200 li (80 km) a day and lightly exercise your arms with a 2,000 geun (1,200 kg) rock. When I was young, I also moved entire mountains, but it was very helpful, so please refer to it. hot! This time, the left upper arm muscle was shaking wildly. As if watching a bizarre circus. Even the moment you eat, go to bed, or even go to sleep, think only of bing stronger. Then you will be able to obtain a perfect body like Bonjwa. Ha, but. If I continued without rest, my body got worse. youre right. Master. In order for the ruptured muscle fibers to be restored, it is said that it is an initial recovery, at least Jinhyeok helped out with a word. ording to the optimized modern sport. If the muscles scream. A true man can ovee it with mental strength. there is no such thing. It seems to be uneptable to rest even for a day. Ah. Barakdu looked at Dark Hwang with emotion. It doesnt matter if you are satisfied with yourself. Thanks to that, I got one of the barbarian tribes in perfect hands. Jinhyeok approached Barakdu. There is something I want to ask you. Tell me. Any human who has a great warrior as their teacher will answer anything. So now The ce where the King of the Barbarians is currently staying. Do you know? Its time to overthrow Guntafers ns. Chapter 456 Episode 456. Barbarians Heart, Barbarians World (2) Barbarians usually form a small-to-medium-sizedmunity centered on ns. It dominates the wide 31st floor within the range of not invading each area. But theres just one exception. That was the kingdom where the King of the Barbarians resided. Its size is no different from any other big city. This fort, where more than 30,000 barbarians live, was the best bustling street on the 31st floor where various cultures and arts were harmonized. Well, here in the downtown area, the high school festival would be of higher quality. The vige ends here, and the gate in front of it is the royal road. Barakdu pointed forward with his finger. While looking around, Jinhyeok and the members of the Goinmul Corporation arrived at the gate. An entrance with a fairly deep and wide moat. It is too high of perfection to believe that it was made by barbarians. Barack Doo! A long time! What is it like going to the kingdom in such bad weather? A barbarian who seemed to be the captain of the guard approached. Unsurprisingly, the Bararians are all sweaty, muscr masses. The higher the status, the more alive the muscles seemed. Kurrung Quaang! I thought there was a sh of lightning, and then there was a loud sound. Bad weather by barbarian standards. In modern times, the weather was merciless enough that an evacuation order would have been issued to the entire nation. oh! Genkar. How long has this been One, two, three, ten, twenty, fifty nights! To count the days we met is a clever barbarian, too. So whats going on here? The humans on the other floor want to meet the king. A king? But the king never meets anyone. Its not just anyone, its smart people. Im sorry, but I cant believe you with just words. Still, he is the gatekeeper who protects the kingdom. It seems to be smarter than the other guys, as much as crucian carp. When in doubt, raise a problem. i get it. This is one of the most vexing problems in the kingdom. If you solve it, I will grant you an audience with the king. Zenkar pulled a sheet of parchment from his bosom. All kinds of hieroglyphs are written in rows. It was literally just a random picture with no rules in sight. It would be difficult for the guy who wrote this in such a rude way to interpret what he wrote, so it would be next to impossible for the yer or the residents of other floors to figure it out. This is probably why the barbarians had no choice but to be closed. but. -There are many barbarians who keep getting hit by lightning on rainy days. There is a limit even if you say that you can hold on with your guts. What should I do to prevent this? Jinhyeok was seeing through the flow, albeit roughly. Not only the barbarians, but seeing the letters of all kinds of stupid races, he was able to understand the intention to speak naturally. Bonus, it must have been struck by lightning because I was wearing all kinds of des in this weather. muscle! Its no surprise that many barbarians die trying to hold their spears high while shouting muscle!. Standing the lightning rod is one way, but those idiots didnt seem to leave the lightning rod alone. Because fools and smoke like high ces. As you can see, the strongest warrior climbs up saying that he must upy the highest ce, and the outside will be crispy and the inside will turn moist. If thats the case Jinhyeok took out a jewel that glowed green from the subspace. One of the 5 attribute stones stolen from Guntapers treasure house. It is the Lightning Stone. next. Its Undine. see me for a second Uhh Im not trying to pamper you. do not worry. Jinhyeok summoned Undine. Whats going on, Lord? Its nothing special Wear this around your neck for a while. A jewel with a beautiful color headed for Undine. Undine, who was on high alert, twinkled her eyes. Wow is this a gift? thank you master! I think it really suits me! But why are you casting a fixation spell? no huh? wait for a sec! Undine panicked and tried to remove the jewel. However, the firmly fixed jewel did not budge no matter how hard he tried. something is terribly wrong. The moment I felt that way. Kurrung Kwaaang! A bolt of lightning fell across the ckened sky. A golden sh that spreads in an instant. Again, the mes rushed in a straight line to consume one of the hapless barbarians. however. Why dont you drop this Kyaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh Undine, engulfed in mes, screamed. Since I was hit by lightning right away, of course I had no choice but to lose my mind. Now the lightning problem is solved. What does that mean? A corrupt warrior? Its ridiculous, but its just a good body right now. Anyway. From now on, lightning will only fall on this kid. So you dont have to worry about what youre worried about. Tell me to believe that lightning only falls on one person just because you put on that jewel Kurrung Kwaaang! Kyaaaa! Save that spirit! Kurung Boom! bang! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! . Corrupt but clever warrior! You deserve to meet the King! Ill give you a pass here. Zenkar smiled brightly. ? ? ? Due to Undines noble sacrifice(?), entry into the castle was made easy. Its really amazing, its amazing. Is this the world of savages I think I know why Murim didnt expand its territory beyond the 30th floor. Chun Yu-seong and Chu Hon-sa-yeong burst into exmations. It was because he saw a barbarian measuring the amount of precipitation while drinking rainwater with his mouth wide open. Gulp! Gagging cool! It rains a lot. Its to the point of throwing up, so this must be heavy rain! Struggling. If it werent for you, the whole kingdom wouldnt have known how much it rained! Uh hmm! I just did what I was supposed to do as a warrior. Then keep working hard. i get it. gulp! Gagging! Wow! Kuck! On the other side, the struggle to prevent the castle from submerging was continuing. Muscr men who took off their shirts made fun of pickaxes and shovels. Huh! Whoop! Cheer up a little more! Almost there! puck! Fu-wook! It was good that he dug up the ground at great speed. It was deep and wide enough to hold water. The problem is Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa! Im swept away! It was rather that ground erosion urred because it was dug too deep. Numerous barbarians were buried alive in the soil that had been blown away. Are they crazy, really? Jinhyuk clicked his tongue inside. Since they have such good basic specs, they wont die that much, but Really, this kingdom hasnt perished so far. How much longer would you have walked like that? As I went further along the road, I saw a huge mansion made of thick logs. A g with a pattern that symbolizes the barbarians. This is the pce where the King of the Barbarians lives. Its soft. A strong testosterone smell wafted from the entrance. What kind of guy are you? A barbarian, a head taller than the one guarding the gate, blocked the way. Waist-length blonde hair and a thick beard that didnt even fit a razor de. Hes over 2m tall his arms are the size of an adults thigh. At a nce, it seems like one of the royal guards protecting the king I never thought there would be a warrior exuding such an overbearing energy. If you look at her appearance alone, she will be the leader among ogres. I came after receiving permission from the entrance. Its a pass given to me by a barbarian named Zenkar. hmm? pass? The barbarian tilted his head. No way I dont know about a pass. Only those who are qualified can enter here. Damn Barbarians. If this is the case, why the hell did you make a pass? I seriously want to ask who taught you about public administration. okay. Even so. Then how do I get that qualification? Go inside with confidence and meet the king. So simple? Yes. It is rather suspicious because it is so easy. Whatever it is, lets go quickly. If you meet the king or whatever, the answer wille. Chuck! Chun Yoo-seong put his hand on the doorknob. hmm!? However, the door only rattled and showed no sign of moving at all. Thick tendons protruded from Chun Yoo-seongs forehead. The result was the same this time too. cooong! Its just that the door shakes a little more than before. What kind of door is this ignorantly heavy? Okay! Is this really too heavy? Teresa held the door with both hands and whimpered. The door weighs about three tons per side. Its a weight that even strong warriors are having a hard time with, with a body thats too thin like you. Apparently, this is the first gateway. It means that in order to meet the king, you must have at least enough strength to open this door. Its 3 tons Certainly not many people can open it simply with physical strength at this point, unless theyre stunned by their strength stats. But thats it. [Trait Tombgraves right arm is unlocked!] Cuckoo Cuckoo! A ck aura rose above Jinhyeoks right arm. Hmm? Sparks flew in the barbarians pupils. Unbeknownst to himself, his muscles stiffened at the unusual force. and that moment. Cuckoo! Thick doors opened left and right. How Simply having big muscles doesnt mean youre strong. Please remember that there are people like this in the future. Is this really a big world The barbarian nodded in agreement. good night. human. I liked you. Why dont you give birth to a great warrior with me? for a moment. Wait did I hear something wrong? If its a birth maybe a baby? Yes. Did you know that children are made between a man and a woman? No matter how stupid you are, there is a limit. Maybe thats about it. Excuse me. i am a woman And he just turned 20. I dont know what to say with my mouth, but there wont be enough to give birth to a healthy baby. Arguably, I heard the most shocking words since the Tower of Trials appeared on the 31st floor. ? ? ? Same time. There was also a great uproar inside the pce where the door was open. Is that door open? Among the young warriors, did someone who has already grown that muche out? It must be a child of the Godrit tribe. There was a guy the size of a water buffalo at the age of 12. For strength, the Mera tribe. I remember eating 100 loaves of bread a day. Dont lie. The whole kingdom knows that your memory is as good as that of a goblin. The barbarians inside murmured. It was because it had been a long time since the main gate, named the Door of the Test, had been opened. Only those with true muscle and mad minds can enter here. It was only natural that everyones heart was pounding. however. that buck The one who entered was not a barbarian warrior. In the eyes of the warriors, the body was too thin. A human with ck hair proudly crossed the inside of the pce. I brought you a gift that will go down in barbarian historyhowe youre the smartest friend here? Jinhyuk had a bright smile on his face. Chapter 457 Episode 457. Savage Heart The World of the Barbarians (3) A gift? Amidst the tumult, someone opened their mouth. All the barbarians inside looked like one strand at a time, but this guy was on a different level. It wasnt just his body, but the magical power he possessed was also enormous. Cuckoo! Horrible aura emanated from the body, which was questionable whether it was human or not. Is this man? Jinhyeok activated Eye of Gluttony. Tring! [Personal Information] Name: Pudk Level: ??? Unique Ability: Earthquake Skill: Muscle Telemetry Lv28 Pain Relief Lv27 Breaking Limits Lv27 Relentless Vitality Lv26. Copy Condition: Pudk, King of Barbarians, is a stubborn tyrant who has walked only one way. In order to copy his ability, pass the barbariansing-of-age ceremony . Even if his arms and legs are broken, hes a macho man whos enough to spit once and go to sleep. That was Pudk, the King of Barbarians. Although the information was limitedpared to the other floors, I was still able toe up with a bold n based on a few clues. Are you the king? hmm? Why do you think so? Why? Jinhyuk smeared saliva on his tongue. Thats it. He has the most muscr muscles of all the warriors gathered here. Even though they are the same man, he was to the point of wanting to exercise together sometime. Hoo. Pudks mouth twitched subtly. Hes trying to hold back hisughter, thats for sure. I dont have perfect eyes. But with such a weak body, a hundred years no, ten thousand years is too early to talk to me. king. A hundred years is longer than ten thousand years. is it? Heh. This is what I read myself in the great history books yesterday. Its a library. Did you seriously go there? Thats amazing. As expected, the elders are different no matter what. Do you know how to tell the difference between a hundred and ten thousand? Doesnt that mean you counted so many things that you couldnt even count them with your hands? thanks. Then make it a hundred years. Anyway, I can only talk about it if I pass the test I gave myself. Pudk nodded and corrected. These fucking muscle guys. How could the guy guarding the entrance or the woman guarding the pce? It is said that all you have to do is pass through this, but there is not a single thing that is protected. Seriously, if youre going to do this, why are you making the test? Jinhyuk pressed his temple with his index finger. In my mind, I wanted to hand over all these idiots to Guntaper and then annihte them all at once under the guise of poison as an elixir of eternal youth. Then what else am I supposed to do? Do I have to fight for something? Puhahaha! A human who is likely to break with a blow cannotpete with this body, which is the king. It means there is no such opportunity. First of all, it seems to have been eliminated from the outside. Thats why you cant beat it all up right then. Get out of the way for a moment. that buck Someone walked in front of Jinhyeok. All eyes were directed to one side. Hmm. Do you judge people based on their appearance? Are thews of this world like that? Thats why those nice muscles are going to cry. You I cant believe Everyones mouths froze. To maintain such a body at that age isnt it like smearing it with mud? Pudk also opened her eyes. Heh. Do you dare to doubt the principals body? Tuk Tuduk! Dark Emperors top was torn to pieces. It was because the fabric could not withstand the expansion of the muscles. Soon after, the perfectly trained copper-colored muscles were revealed to the whole world. As if stabbed with a knife, not a single drop of blood woulde out. It is the perfect iron armor that can be realized in the human body. thats cool. I cant help but admit this. That he is a man who is notcking enough toe to this kingdom. This child is a true man recognized by the principal. It may look like this, but you are stronger than anyone here. Is it really? I guarantee it on my honor. A true man and a man canmunicate with each other just by looking at them. It is said that the sincerity is conveyed without having to say much. i get it. I will listen to the story. This paved the way for dialogue. All that remains is to subdue them first before Guntafer uses his hand. I have a gift and a suggestion for the barbarians. Jinhyuk slowly opened his mouth. ? ? ? Hmm. Is this the kingdom of barbarians? Shit, such a beggars den is a kingdom Is it really true? well. The guide said that, so I just trusted him and followed him. The high-ranking blood rtives sent by each demon lord each spat out a word. I didnt think so until I came here in person to make a deal with the barbarians on the 31st floor under the orders of Guntaper and Mammon. However, after dealing with a simple ignorant Bararian who only counted on his pride. Naturally, I couldnt help but feel annoyed. Of course, who would dare to vomit or disobey the words of the demons? It was normal for the barbarians not to make eye contact with them even if they only looked at the stairs that differed by more than 10 floors. The ce where the arrow was headed was Jinjo, who served as the guide for this task. okay. It must have been the gathering of information by humans. Exension drew a line with a single sword. Because of Jinhyeok, he was in a situation where he lost most of his power, so he was cooperating with the demons, but he wanted to sh them all right away. Still, it cant be denied that things went smoothly thanks to his firm position among humans. Even the most troublesome Demons among his powers will disappear with this. I dont know about other demon lords, but Guntaper is definitely useful. If you think about it, you have to endure even if you are annoyed right now. Then what should I do now? Is it okay if I wipe them all out and negotiate with the king? If youre going to war with them rather than ally with them, you can do that. Sheesh. Annoying. Then what are you going to do? Barbarians are a group that thoroughly worships strength. Coincidentally, there are demons on our side who are not pushed anywhere when ites to their size. The Exensions gaze turned to the side. Petris came as Mamons representative. It was a demon with reddish skin and four arms. As the main role is to wipe out the enemy in the forefront, the size was also close to 5m. If you pass the test, you will be able to reach the king naturally. Theres no reason to use a whip when you have carrots. I will do that. We were ordered to be guided by you. The demons obediently followed Exensions words. Cuckoo coo! Until I felt the familiar magical energy inside the barbarian castle. This? An earthquake urred in the pupils of the Exension. A storm erupted with a roaring sound like something heavy being pushed open. Undoubtedly. Hes here. Everyone go inside! what? If you werent nning on going into an all-out war with them earlier Thats what we were talking about when we first came here. Isnt that snarky bastard hitting the candles first! Through experience so far, Exension knew better than anyone else. If Jin-hyeok took away the yer, everything would be for nothing. Right now, you have to go inside and outmaneuver your opponent. At least. You have to find out at least what dirty ns the other person might have. Damn it. Enter! Quaang! Took! The demons hurled their bodies into the castle all at once. ? ? ? Took Jinhyeok took out the item he had brought on the table. One of the treasures stolen from Guntapers treasure house. It is the juice of aktron root. The bottle was filled with a sparkling liquid. Gulp.. I never thought I would see this here. human! Where did you get it from? I have a desire. I want to drink right away and exercise vigorously. Its a very precious and good thing for a man Barbarians shuddered. The juice from the root of Aractron is the essence of power. It not only increases muscle growth by about 5 times, but also raises the efficiency of exercise to the limit. For Hellchangers, there is no greater treasure than this. Jinhyeok aimed at this advantage and chose this juice among countless treasures. Kuhm! How can you not have just one bite? These days, after working out, my young muscles dont seem to grow Pudk also salivated. Still, when I first saw it, I felt like a solemn boss. In front of effective drugs, he became a greedy colt. My desire to give is like a chimney. Isnt it good to share? Yes! A man who speaks the truth! Smart people speak well! The faces of the barbarians flushed red. They are ready to pick up an ax if they say they will not give it to them. Jinhyuk sneakily pulled the juice on the table toward himself. But I also had a really hard time getting this. In the process of breaking through numerous traps, I lost a precious colleague. quiet voice. Tears flowed like jade beads from the corners of her wet eyes. The atmosphere calmed down in an instant. Is your colleague dead? Yes Undine. I still have a friend who is being struck by lightning and burning roaring. Because of its high conductivity, it burns very well. [The recorded video is yed.] Jinhyeok showed the current video of Undine in screenshot mode. Ugh save me this grudgeter bloody revenge ck smoke billowing out of his mouth. Undine stretched out her small hand toward the sky. The video ended there. It seems a little suspicious to pour out curse words with bloodshot eyes, but They are stupid anyway, so even if you cheat like this, it will work. Big! I know how hard it is to have a colleague die! Besides, if you give me the juice you got so hard I, the king of the barbarians! I will give you anything! it took a tear. The smoke worked very well. Jinhyeok, whose tears had disappeared before he knew it, rubbed his hands together. Actually, there are guys who attacked us unterally. Due to a surprise attack in the middle of the night, precious colleagues Partners who were lifting weights while doing strength training together I lost my life. A surprise attack is such a dirty thing! Warriors have to fight only during the day! You dont even know thew that you cant go to war until the second night after exercising! They have no pride! The barbarians were excited and raised their voices. Theyre right! It was when Jinhyeok was about to turn the tables. Quaang! The main gate of the pce waspletely destroyed. Patter Broken fragments filled the floor. As expected I thought you were making fun of that snake-like tongue. Exension. And the blood rtives of the demon world who followed him. Chapter 458 Episode 458. Savage Heart Barbarians World (4) Patter. Fragments were scattered all over the ce. It was almost like a deration of war, but it didnt matter. Ive brought enough candy to appease the angry barbarians. Were you making fun of that snake-like tongue? Exension red at Jinhyeok as if to kill him. Hmm. Are they the ones who say that the deceased person corporation or something? okay. The blonde is called Teresa, and the guy holding the poop over there is Cheon Yoo-seong. Among humans, it is called the title of Sword Saint. The swordsman is an asshole. Thats a story that only works among weak human bastards. There are also nerds from Moorim. If we can fight, we will deal with it immediately. The blood rtives who came with the Exension also uttered one word at a time. If you can Lets try it somewhere. Chun Yoo-seong and Teresa drew their weapons. Sreung! Chunk! The two swords had different auras. Ha ha ha! If a fightes, dont avoid it. Let me personally test how great demons are. Oh, this is the first time Ive seen people with horns on their heads. Dark Hwang and Chu Hon Sa-yeong are also ready to move at any time. Either that or not, Exension didnt even pay attention to everyone. I came here not because of a small fight, but because I wanted to capture all the barbarians. My name is Exension, the head of the great vampire They are them! Those heinous criminals ended up here Keuheop! Interrupting Exension, Jinhyeok pointed his finger at him. It was a bonus to shake my shoulders thinly while wiping away tears. Those guys? What are you sobbing in a disgusting tone that is not like you? The Exension tilted its head. I dont know what nonsense youre talking about, but heres something that will capture Pudks heart Kill those guys with no honor or muscles! Pudk suddenly picked up the battle ax he had left beside his chair. Oohhh! Follow the king! These bloodless and tearless things looking for a break after muscle training! Ill crush you into a barrel! The barbarians inside the pce stood up all at once. It was a raging wave. thud! thud! thud! thud! shaking axis. The massive barbarians attacking from all sides was truly terrifying. What is it? Are these crazy! suddenly!? The demons were surprised and pulled up their shields. In the unlikely event that someone dies after an attack, an irreversible situation will unfold. I couldnt even respond other than defense. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Various axes and swords hit the shield. Its a great power. The feeling of pressure, like being crushed to death with the entire shield, stimted all the nerves. Pudk! stop for a second! We gagging! The embarrassing thing was the same with the Exension. What the hell have you done to make those stubborn, single-minded barbarians react that way? They were the ones who didnt budge even when they offered various gold and silver treasures and coins or ownership of other floors. But by what means? Its an iprehensible mess. When I got involved with that human, I always felt like all of my existingmon sense copsed. Awesome! The Exension snapped its teeth. Hehehehehehe Uhhh Its Undine. What should we do with our poor Undy? Oh my gosh Seeing Jinhyeok giggling while wiping away tears from his eyes made me feel like I was about to die from an upset stomach. Pudk! I mean stop! I have your proof! It was then that a shrill shout erupted. !? Pudk, who had been pouring an onught at the forefront, hesitated for a moment. It was because the stone that came out of the arms of Exencion was too familiar. that? okay! It is the Warriors Oath. Havent you forgotten the promise your ancestors made? The Warriors Oath is a token that the barbarians gave to the brave allies who helped them in the great war that took ce on the 31st floor of the tower in the distant past. The ax and shield crossed on the left and right are symbols for not forgetting the grace of that time. The barbarians who saw this had to fulfill that oath. I know. The gs, the windows, and the floor are all engraved with that picture. Barbarians have heard from the time they were born that they have to do the favor of the person who has this stone. Even the king must not break the rules. A look of sorrow fell on Pudks face. The deep wrinkles looked poisonous, even deeper. thats okay. Exension had a smile of repentance. As expected, there can be no reversal as long as this exists. I thought so. Hmm. Is this real? Jinhyuk stroked his chin and approached. Suddenly, he was wearing arge magnifying ss, mustache, and even a bow tie. Of course its genuine. Are you saying that! No, its because the world is so ugly these days. There must be a bunch of bastards who want to eat the backs of good barbarians. Thats your story! Where is there a good person like me? Rather, King Pudk. Look at this. What do you mean? If you look at the stone ax here, doesnt the de look blunt? Hmm. Its blunt is that so? Pudk tilted his head. Because in his eyes, he looked like him. Look carefully. well. If the name is a barbarian ax, isnt it normal that it should look much stronger and more durable? It looks like the shield part over there is also a bit damaged. It certainly seems to becking something to capture our greatness. Sophistry! No, the stones may wear out a bit over time. Are you just saying that its a lie? Above all, what you are doing right now is not authenticity, but fakes, so arent you brainwashing yourself! Unable to bear it, the Exension tried to attack. It looks like hes being scammed right in front of his eyes, so of course, his anger is bound to well up. Um I always say that cheaters cant do it with logic, so they start with their fists. Tsk tsk. Everyone, look carefully. What does the real one look like Jinhyeok infused magic into the thing he was hiding in his hand. A stone with a simr appearance. It is one of the special items brought from Guntapers treasure house. This is also one of the stones that can bemonly seen everywhere, but the difference is that this stone has a special magic. [The ability of the stone that holds the longing is activated!] Woo woo woo woo! Kwadeuk! A strange change took ce in the stone. Until a moment ago, it was almost the same as Exensions, but when magic was injected, its appearancepletely changed. An ax that has be excessively sharp. A brilliant shield engraved with intaglio. Among them, even a physically beautiful man with twitching muscles 1.5 times more than the current Pudk was engraved. This is fake no matter who sees it I think this prank will work! Kuhm! It is a proof that fits the warriors oath. Like it. Somehow, it seems to be a bit like me. The corners of Pudks mouth twitched. Yes. After all, our king is handsome. The strongest barbarian in the kingdom is, of course, Pudk. He is a king recognized by our ancestors! This elder will guarantee that this is real! Look at those living, breathing muscles! No these. Calm down please! Pudk wasnt even alive when that stone was there! Exension shouted, but it was impossible for the barbarians who had already lost their eyes to hear such words. If fakes are better than real ones, can fakes rece real ones? The answer is now here. At least on the 31st floor, everything must be tailored to the taste of a dictator who only sees what he wants to see and does what he wants to do. Kuaaa! I will kill you! Eventually, the string of reason was cut. Exension pulled out the rapier from his waist. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! The red magic power spread out in all directions in an instant. Because it was such a sudden surprise attack and the mana was condensed to the fullest, the momentum was much sharper than expected. huh! Jinhyeok hurriedly crossed the two daggers. Parts! The red energy rode the slope of the sword and managed to hit the wall. The rest of the people also managed to let the attack go. Only one. Damn it. Except for Chun Yoo-seong, who was standing on the sidelines. The red de cut through the thigh quite deeply. A stream of blood gushing out like a fountain. staggering The bnce of Cheonyuseong copsed. The gap that was created thanks to this Took! There was no way the Exension would miss it. In an instant, he seeded in catching Chun Yu-seongs back. From now on, if you move even one hand, I will kill this guy. Is it hostage y? Kang Jin-hyuk! I have no intention of bing a burden. So Yes. Ill do what I have to do without caring about my nails. ? what? Exension and Chun Yoo-seongs eyes widened greatly. No, it is. If you drag yourself around trying to save a hostage, things could get worse. Theres no guarantee that youll be freed just because everyone follows. It is not for nothing that developed countries put up the slogan that they do not negotiate with terrorists under any circumstances. Its a bit of a pity for Cheon Yoo-seong, but Leave the revenge. I will repay you 100 times what you suffered, so you dont have to feel unfair. This garbage Hey, you bastard. You cant do that! This time, the two of them drew blood on their necks at the same time. Can I hit it now? If you keep standing still, you will lose muscle. yes. You can sweep them all at once. I wish I didnt leave any traces so that I wouldnt feel guilty. Its really nice to be cool. Hit! Pudkunched another attack. ? ? ? Exension and his blood rtives in the demon world had no choice but to flee the same way they came. No matter how confident they are in their own strength. It was because he couldnt deal with the Goinmul Corporation and thisrge number of barbarians at the same time. The hardest part was stopping Chun Yu-seong from attacking him like he was going to kill him. But fortunately, I seeded in locking it in the basement where the sunlight is not good. They said to take it out when it cools down a bit, so this is enough to finish the job neatly. Then are you helping us? of course! How can you turn a blind eye to the request of someone who bears the mark of a warrior! Pudk pounded his chest. There were times when it was frustrating to be stupid, but I also like the fact that he shouts without hesitation. With the strong support of the barbarians, this would give them a fairly advantageous position in the battle against the Demon World. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. Now all thats left is to find the gate they made A gateway prepared by Guntaper to take the barbarians to the Pandemonium. There must be a gate somewhere on the 31st floor. In order to find it, I attached gnomes and sylphs, spirit beasts, to the tails of Exensions, but well, since hes such a fox, theres a high chance that hell notice it on the way. You shouldnt put your hopes on it. Maybe Jinhyeok opened his mouth to Pudk. Chapter 459 Episode 459. Goinmul Corporation VS Guntaper (1) There is a ce where magic power is rtively twisted on every floor of the tower. The so-called singrity was the ce to be. Usually its a point where you can move on to the next floor or a ruin where the boss monster is located. Since the discipline of the system was rtively loose, if Guntaper made a gate, he would definitely aim for one of them. Jinhyeok looked around with eagle eyes. As expected, the sylphids and gnomes failed in their pursuit. The ce where Pudk is is one of the candidates, but it wont be there. The kingdom of barbarians was too conspicuous even if it was conspicuous. If so you have to go through all 7 candidates with high possibility. rustle! As we crossed through the bushes, we began to hear the sound of rough water. Arge waterfall reaching about 50m. Ive already messed up 4 ces, so I hope this time is the correct answer if possible. It was because if I dragged on too much time, I could give myself time to prepare in the Pandemonium. Damn it. If not here, I will really cut you down. Chun Yoo-seong also sighed and grabbed the handle of the sword. Anyway, Im going to be picky about ying hostages. This is why you shouldnt y with a narrow-minded guy Im serious. Did you really feel the touch? Just this one time. Trust me just onest time. But the words that came out of his mouth werepletely different from his thoughts. It was because he knew better than anyone else that Chun Yoo-seong would really cut him. Thats when ugh! A bright light shone through the waterfall. Although it was hidden by the current, it is unmistakable. this spirit. This magical power the gate is over there. I found it! Sheesh! Its a waste. I could ring. Chun Yoo-seong puts in the half-drawn sword. Concentrating my magic as much as possible, I felt that there were several guards around the gate. To approach cautiously without being seen Is it over there? Pudk shuddered. youre right. There is no need to capture them alive? Thats true, but look at the number of people and the arrangement Turn around! Pudk shouted at his throat. Stop it. for a moment! Oohhh! Go Barbarian! Lets clearly show those demons what true muscles are! No, stop! Expecting patience and the beauty of a surprise attack from these crazy guys was ruined. It was their instinct to break the earthen pot first and see the enemy when they saw it. Whether there are traps or how many times as many enemies. To the barbarians, none of that mattered. thud! thud! thud! thud! Warriors with axes and swords ran to the vicinity of the waterfall in an instant. Its an enemy raid! what? How are those stupid cavemen supposed to be? Quickly sound the rm! The gate must be destroyed! The lower-ss demons hurriedly moved. Its not long before the gate closes. There would be no way for the barbarians to go to the Pandemonium if they endured for a little while. however. Kwaaang! Hahaha! Its full! Still, even those who live on high floors have a taste for beating them! These crazy bastards! Quaaaaagh! Everyones skills are almost the same. To catch one, one must die. Even so, the barbarians willingly threw their lives awayughing. The difference was crucial. Because the army that was not afraid of dying demonstrated overwhelming power by itself. cooong! thud! Turn it off Gagging In less than 10 minutes, the demons guarding the gate were wiped out. The barbarians searched for the injured demons and finished them off with a single knife. As long as its good because its fast, is it okay? Clearly the initial n Ha. I know. I know I didnt expect it to be like that. Some of them have already passed through the gate to the demon realm. Exension and other demons will slightly dy the timing of reporting to make up for their mistakes. I was going to poke that gap but the words that I even figured out the location of the gate from this side will soon reach Guntapers ears. What are you going to do now? How do you do it? Since we brought the barbarians, we have to fight the way the barbarians do. Jinhyeok looked at Pudk, who was bursting into madness next to him. Hahaha! I feel like Im going to fly because Im not feeling well today! Now, only bloody all-out war remains. ? ? ? a failure? Mamons eyebrows curled in reverse. Yesyes! They captured the barbarians and found the location of the gate we made. The lower level demons immediately lowered their heads. This is shocking news. Although he provided stones, which could be said to be a token of a warrior, and even attached to the henchmen that each demon lord trusted. It had been proven that all of that was useless. What are the Exensions and other demons doing? Is there no news yet! Thats it to buy me time to think of an excuse for the missions failure. Or that I was thinking of damaging the barbarian base to make up for my mistake. To Mamons words, Guntafer added a word. Hmm. Im sure youre right. But now that I know theyre going to use the gate, things arent so bad. You are quite optimistic, Asmodesus. What can I do? Even if the barbarians joined anyway, its much more advantageous in a head-to-head confrontation. A small smile formed on Asmodeus lips. Above all, this fight belongs to you, Guntafer, right? Were pushing him more than Beriel, but in the worst case, even if Beriel wins, theres nothing to lose. Demon lords are always cooperating based on interests. Even if they are pushed out of power and weed out, it means that there is no reason to feel sorry for them or to help them. In the end, only the strictw of the jungle remains. You you bastard I wont let you go if you try to stab me in the back of the head. Guntafer clenched his fists. Whoops. Please dont stare at me like that. If your position had changed, you would have acted the same as me. Above all, if you win, thats enough. is not it? if you win Then everything is solved. As long as the Demon God is away, there will be no one to hold responsible for confusing the Demon Realm. Or what is it not that the great Guntafer was intimidated by just one human being? Dont talk bullshit. Asmodeus. One more word and I swear Ill rip that mouth out. Cuckoo Cuckoo! An unimaginable life force flowed through Guntafers body. If the situation arises, it will make all the demon lords in here enemies. okay. Got it. stop calm down First of all, are we on your side? Im just telling you to make sure things are settled well. Asmodeus rolled up his tail. Guntapers energy faded. Yeah good. As you said, if we take care of Beriel and Kang Jin-hyeok, there will be no problem. that buck Guntafer turned without looking back. If you challenge me to a fight Ill take it no matter what. Ill tell you who you dared to expose your teeth to. Gather your troops. I will go directly to Beriels estate. ? ? ? Thick. The dry air hit my skin. Pudk and otherrge barbarian troops poured through the gate like a wave. As long as the gate is maintained, additional support has been promised, so at least 50 tribes will gather here. Its a really dreary ce. Is this the demon realm or what? Isnt the air a bit stuffy? Even just breathing feels like being in a pile of corpses. Suddenly, I realized how difficult it is to live in the demon realm. Suffice it to say that barbarians who dontin when put in a pigpen are terrible. Still, thanks to the strong supporters, there are many options to do. Time attack from now on. You have to move as quickly as possible as the time to save the beauty of surprise is running out. Jinhyeok unfolded the map he got from Beriel. If you ovep the point where the gate is located and the flow line where Guntaper usually manages the territory Yes. As of right now, this is the only thing that can do the most damage. Whoops! [Cheonrajimang is activated!] Blue light spread in all directions. Cheonrajimang is originally the ability to pursue. However, depending on how you use it, it can also be used to understand the terrain and features around you. Coordinates 245 37 513. Jinhyeok snatched the visible information like lightning. If you are a guntaper, you will definitely carry supplies through this road. You are making a base here using wooden fences. Im going to do some scouting around for a while. hmm! i get it! But Pudk scratched his head. How do you make a base? The man who created the kingdom doesnt even know that? You made a fort, a vige, and even a moat? I received that in return for saving a young dragon in the past. He made it with magic or something. Somehow, they said it was unnecessarily grand for what those idiots made. If it was made by Hatchling, it would make sense. Just take a good look around you. When the enemyes, you fight with your guts. That is the field I am confident in. Besides, isnt there a reliable warrior with you! Ha ha ha! Anger is a character I like. I will be with you, so my disciple, feel free to scout ande. The Dark Emperor eximed excitedly. Well, since there is also the death penalty with Master, there is no need to worry about the minimum defense. Chun Yoo-seong and Teresa-san will reliably do their part. Then Jinhyeok gathered his mana at once. Quaang! When Gumma Cheonryeongbo was activated, deep footprints appeared on the ground. rapidly changing vision. Jinhyeok soared high into the sky and shouted. Fallen! Boooooong! A soft hooded crane appeared through the clouds with the sound of the wind. Mosquito! Miyo! Sweet potatoes and fried rice were also on the blue scales. Udangtang! Seeing them jumping and ying on the back, it seems that the soft hooded crane liked the back. From the point of view of the two ancient species, it must feel like a private jet floating in the sky. Even the sweet potato was enjoying licking the scales with sauce made by melting magic stones. Fried was following it as if he were learning from it. Whoops. I am a proud Sashinsu the strongest Shinsuji who controls the weather Enough. Just fly to the ce where you can see the light over there. Whoops. This body doesnt listen tomands, it just goes because that light looks amazing. Originally, noble divine beasts never listen to others. Yes, yes. Because you are the strongest. Keep your mouth shut and move your tail diligently. If you keep replying, you can turn it into a lizard skewer. Chapter 460 Episode 460. Goinmul Corporation VS Guntafer (2) The Hooded Cranes flew at great speed. Whoops! Indeed, he is a god who handles weather. Because I reached my destination several times faster than running. down the line of sight. I see countless wagons. As well as the numerous demons escorting it. All of them were supplies prepared by Guntafer to invade Beriels territory. Are there three top species If you aim for that, youll be able to raise a pretty big harvest in the war. And, if youre lucky, even more You know? okay. Do not erase as much as possible. The Hooded Cranes roamed through the clouds to get the best timing. * * * Doo doo doo. The demons urged the reins of the two-headed horses. Hurry up. If the schedule is dyed, Guntafer will not leave you alone. yes! Ill speed things up a bit. Speed is life in war. The key is how quickly they secure a foothold and open a smooth supply route. Anyway, Beriel was in a state of being on the verge of being destroyed if left alone. But at that very moment. Roaring! Above the sky, I felt the heat beyond my imagination. What is it? Its not an ordinary me. A power that approaches the power of the Demon King and at the same time is far more heterogeneous and rare than that. Breath. Avoid everything! Themanders face contorted with despair. [Sweet Potato Lv?? I activate Breath!] Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! A ray of light swept across the ground. A scare that dares not even think of blocking or avoiding. The demons that passed by all evaporated. Almost half of the troops disappeared with just one shot. Right now set up the disy right now! Spread the distance as much as possible so you dont get killed all at once! The surviving demons hurriedly prepared for a counterattack. Even so, they seem to have recruited the elite, and are trying to protect their supplies without being intimidated by the breath. but. [Fried activates Lv2 Scorching Whirlpool!] The whirlpools made of mes began to blow up the hard-earned formation. There was no one shot as powerful as a sweet potato, but the whirlpools divided into many were specialized in inflicting wide-area damage. Hahaha! This is the power of great divine beasts! Look at what a great race we are, not me! Whoop whoop! The weather change of the hooded crane also yed a significant role in amplifying the firepower. Bodies turned into charcoal in an instant. Took! Jinhyeoknded on the ground. The experience points distributed by the contracted summons were also nice, but thats not what Im aiming for now. Lets see. Dozens of boxes in the wagon. Quaang! The lid of the box in the front was ripped off on its hinges. This is awesome! Jinhyuk swallowed dry saliva. From all kinds of magic tools to food and weapons. Various war materials were loaded inside the wagon. I chose the nearest one among the five supply routes, and if I do well, I might be able to find them here as well. Jinhyeok increased his speed even more. The second carriage, the third carriage, and the fourth carriage The lid of the blue box soared high into the sky. I knew it! I thought the odds wouldnt be high. Everything I had suffered so far seemed to disappear like snow melting. [You have found 58 Skillbooks.] [It is protected by the 7-star Devils Barrier.] Guntaper prepared his own defenses, but from the point of view of the field master, its just ridiculous. Its only a triple stacked barrier against me isnt this too easy? The other guys would have a hard time with a 7-star barrier. From Guntapers point of view, there was too much luck. Jinhyeok destroyed all the traps in the box using the ancient barrier. Immediately, the antique books stored inside were revealed. Most of them are below B rank. These are skill books made to inject attributes into low-level demons. If I absorb this, it will be of great help to my power. Where is that? Some of these could be used to upgrade to higher versions by fusing with existing skills. Jinhyeok took out one of the stacked skill books. At the same time, the memory of the world, which stored skills, was opened. [Skill book Air ster (C) and skill cier Shaping are fused!] [Seeded in fusion of skill Air Frozen (A)!] [Air Frozen] Difficulty to obtain: A Description: within 20M Afterunching all enemies in the air. Freezes for 0.5 seconds. (The degree of freezing time may vary depending on the targets level and ability.) A skill rted to wide-area CC. With the skills youve acquired now If you get Pudks unique ability, youll be able tobine a lot of pretty useful abilities. I have to collect as many skills as possible to deal with the 50th floor and the old guardster. Jinhyeok continued to absorb new skill books. [sessfully fused Evil Horn (S)!] [Sessfully acquired Lava Armor (A)!] [Newly learned skills are stored in Memory of the World! ] Originally, it is a situation where you have to risk your life. I had to risk my life to fight not only the demon king but also the deities of the upper echelons. Why? pounding! pounding! pounding! It was insanely fun to see this situation where we continue to get stronger and grow. * * * The day after the start of all-out war with Guntafer. The war between the two factions intensified out of control. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Cuckoo Pupperpung! Quaaaaa! Gagging! A confrontation between pure strength and power. Screams rang out from the blood and dust-stained battlefield. You are holding up better than I thought. I thought that the old fort would be wiped out in half a day. One of Guntapers kin clicked his tongue. What you see in front of you is, in fact, the only base left for Beriel. However, the small fort located near the forest was surprisingly not easily captured. It was because the bnce was maintained thanks to the Heavenly Demons, who were still maintaining their main body, and the newly introduced Barbarian tribes. In fact, the barbarian guerris who were not afraid of death were relentlessly attacking the rear after entering the Pandemonium. While maximizing efficiency through guerri warfare and small-scale local warfare. In addition, the Heavenly Demons also seemed to oxidize fiercely. They ran rampant on the frontlines without covering their bodies This was not unusually tricky. Either way, its just to buy time. Thats right. Because we have a much better advantage even if we gnaw at the same number in a war of attrition. If the supply route ispletely blocked and only the siege is maintained there is no variable. No matter how hard they worked outside, it was meaningless if the base was destroyed. Check mate with this. Chunk! Buuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu! The blood rtives watched the countless fireballs flying towards the castle. Like fireworks to announce victory. The attack magic that embroidered the sky was splendid. same time. Inside Beriels castle, the protagonist of the tragedy was screaming. 8800-year-old wooden table! oh no no! It is the only carpet in this castle! Sehert screamed. Due to the various magic and catapults flying into the castle, the inside has already been ruined for a long time. The feeling of having to watch everything fly away was indescribable. Ah! Even the food warehouse and the jar of slush funds left over! Crab foam bubbled up from Seherts mouth. You goddamn devil not my lord! Hurry up and do something please! Are you going to eat dirt with your bare handster? Calm down, butler. If you hold out just a little longer Beriel stopped Sehert from crying while holding onto her horn. But its no use. Everyone turned their backs on the shepherd boys lie after only 3 times because Beriel said that he would only let me walk on a flower path over 100 times. Just a little bit of that bastard! How long do I have to believe that word? Keck! number. Im out of breath, butler. then i die Im really going to die Just please stop. It looks like its going to die anyway, but Ive had enough of it so far, but Ill send it neatly. I am the demon king you serve. Calm down. It must have been the Demon King you served. Hehehe. Seeherts eyes turned into rotten eyes. At this rate, the enemy might die before the allies. no, thats definitely going to be the case. I dont have time anymore. Quickly Feeling a sense of crisis, Beriel looked at the distant sky. Hoping that Jinhyeok would do something that wouldpletely overturn the game. * * * The boundary dividing the 44th floor. If one side is hell where everything is dry and deste, the other side is heaven where everything is rich and beautiful. and present. In the innermost part of Eden, there were heretical sons who did not match the beautiful scenery. Whoa, so youre saying you couldnt eat the tree of the knowledge of good and evil in the end? Gabriel sighed in frustration. Thats it Jim worked hard, but the contractor didnt budge no matter what! Thats it The method must have been weird. I dont know how an ancestor who has been around for thousands of years is so clumsy. no! In my own way, I also used a special technique of conversion Elise bowed her head. Or can I tell you something? Its not even a matter of seducing a man without using aphrodisiacs, right? Remia, who was next to her, shrugged her shoulders as if it was nothing. Due to the nature of a subus, fascination is no different from breathing. Of course, it wouldnt be easy as the target Ellis wanted was almost Pope level, but it s not impossible if youre determined. Hoo. Thats kind of interesting. I am also interested in recruiting him as an apostle. What is it and how is it? Gabriel and Elise turned their heads at the same time. Swallowing dry saliva was a bonus. This older sister will tell you from one to ten, so listen carefully. The most important thing is. Angels, subuses and even Jinjo. The different races started chatting over tea and slices of cake. How long has it been like that? So if you do this and then just blow it up God forgive me gulp. Yep. Is that so? No wait! Its not that important right now! Remia, who was talking, kicked the desk and stood up. Even now, many of his colleagues, including Jinhyeok, are risking their lives fighting. Whether or not Edens support is promised can decide the future battle situation. Didnt he deliberately take risks to this distant ce for that purpose? But why are you flirting with such a nonsensical topic? If Jin-hyeok found out about this, he might be buried alive. but. Now that is the most important thing in the world. Alices eyes burned brightly. Even if the earth were to perish right now, I could feel the longing that I would never hear the end of this story. Ill support you, so just do what youve been talking about. Anyway, Guntaper, if we get rid of it, it wont hurt. Gabriel also helped. Chapter 461 in progress. Chapter 461 Episode 461 The Dead Man Corporation VS Guntaper (3) The war between the two factions is reaching its climax. Suk Some shadows were moving under Guntafers citadel. Is this the home of the demon lord? Chun Yuseong held his breath. I even agreed that we had to move with a small number of elites, but I never imagined that we woulde to the heart of the enemy with only this number. huh. Is there no support anymore? Yeah! Seeing Jinhyeok nodding his head cheerfully, Chun Yuseong realized that this job would be insanely difficult. Damn thats going to be so damn hard. Its the first time Ive seen such a gigantic fortress in the Pandemonium. Well, Guntapers bnce is ratherrge, but its on the side. If you add some lies, it looks 100 times bigger than Beriels territory. The quantity and quality of the troops stationed there were also iparable. Even so, the reason why you have to do it is because time was absolutely on Guntapers side. Of course its not going to go in from the front If its a warrior, its the front! isnt it? Comrade? Pudk swallowed Chun Yoo-seongs words at once. Ha ha ha! do you know something Cowardly writing scheming is the job of schrs and scoundrels. For guys like us, all we can do is charge ! Following Pudk, even Amhwang took off his top. It seemed that his muscles, which seemed to be alive and breathing, would shout Valha at any moment. No Master Its too dangerous! I will kill them all! Kuhahaha! you follow me slowly We will open the road ahead. The two men, charged with morale, spurred the ground without a moment to stop. Enemy raids ahead! I cant see a guy named Kang Jin- hyeok, who has two moves! ridge! ridge! With the sound of drums, the demons in the fortress immediately responded. We must help! Theresa tried to jump up from her seat. Even if they were surrounded, the two of them wouldnt be able tost long. Wait. Mr. Teresa. Shall we throw away the noble will of Master and King Pudk? yes? What do you mean? Those two are big! He decided to sacrifice for all of us. They will attract the attention of the enemies over there, so go inside through the secret passage! Jinhyeok made an expression that seemed to be overwhelmed with emotion. He took out a handkerchief and wiped his eyes. Of course not a single drop of tear came out. That cant be the case No, I think he told me to follow him Uh huh. Hallucinations. hallucinations. Jinhyeok didnt even look back and turned to the drainage ditch leading under the fortress. After descending a few steps, a tightly locked barricade blocked everyones path. If youre going to cut it Serung! Chun Youseong drew his sword. No matter how hard the bar is, if you load it with sword steel, it will be cut as it is. No, it has an rm spell. If you force it open, theyll find out right away. Jinhyuk touched the door with his fingertips. Although the rm magic is rtively low-level beginner magic, the story is different if it is a devil-level magician. If it was a barrier, I would have used the characteristics of the barrier. You mean theres no way to enter without knowing? Its a story that would have happened if it was normal. however. There is one thing that even Guntaper is missing. The fact that there is a deceased person who knows his house better than he does. Jinhyeoks hand movements became even busier. Obviously, the part caught on the 7th and 8th seams is click! I knew it. The grate turned inward by about 3 degrees. Jinhyeok pushed in his strength. Snuggle Geek! The bars subtly opened to the side, creating a gaprge enough for one person to enter. With this, it would be possible to enter without touching the rm magic. Really I dont know anything. Have you really been to the Demon Realm before? If it wasnt for that, you wouldnt be able to know all these things, would you? Please. Are you real? Mr. Jinhyeok? At Chun Yoo-seongs words, Teresa opened her rabbits eyes. Theres no way Theres no way anyone can climb this crazy Mangem to the 40th floor. It is not a human being, but a specter that has been imprisoned in the Tower of Trials. Perverts who like sadistic things. It must be. That guy I dont know, but Ive been to the 44th floor. But after that, he must have given up climbing because he was blocked by Guntaper or other demon lords. Of course, now that it has be a reality, we have to attack somehow, but didnt we need our help for that? Assuming this, the front and rear are correct. In other words. The highest floor you have climbed is the 44th floor. Hmm. Jinhyuk scratched his chin. Well, thats a reasonable inference. Well, how are you? ah! I think we should go inside sooner rather thanter. The resilience of this bar is rather strong, so it will go back to normal soon. Dont avoid answering. I mean straight up confessing! Is the 44th floor correct or not? Just say that, please. Chun Yoo-seong shouted something, but Jin-hyeok had already entered the drainage ditch. ??? [The me of the Beginning is activated!] Fire! Fireballs the size of fists rose all at once. The dark interior, where not a single light hade in, became brighter. Its darker than I thought. Chun Yuseong frowned. Despite using fire magic, the field of view is limited. A few meters at most. After that, it was still immersed in darkness. it seems very deep. Even if you maximize the search distance, you cant find where the end is. Theresa also carefully looked around. Right then. Whoop whoop! Wee to Hell, you uncivilized humans! You guys probably dont even know where youvee from. If I had known this body existed, I would not have even thought of entering. A sullen yet familiar voice echoed down the aisle. What is this familiar voice? Where do you think youve heard of it? Jinhyuk tilted his head. That voice, as if his butt was set on fire because he knew a little more information. Clearly its the voice I remember. Especially you, I really wanted to see you again. hmm. me? Yes, you. You cant say you forgot me already!? No, it seems like I cant remember, but I really cant remember. I heard that you remember the one who was hit, but you dont remember the one who hit you. good night. Then tell me the name of this body. The entity that had been shouting in the air took a moment to catch its breath. Would you remember if I said Balseter? ah! Feet smell! Balseter is this. You bastard! I finally remembered. A test tube in the abyss of fanatics on the 5th floor. He is the cutie who was in charge of the choice passage. I never thought Id meet my friend again here, who couldnt bear all kinds of insults and even ran away. No, I got older than that. The end of the 5th floores all the way to the 44th floor. how have you been? He eats well Bob is he going to choke on the rice? You bastard, not even as good as this earthworm asshole! It seems that there have been a lot of things umted in the meantime. The greeting is not very fierce, so it is passionate. Well, its not like we had good memories. Fortunately, Guntaper valued the experience of meeting you and entrusted us with this ce. You gave me a chance to get revenge. that you wille here Guntaper already knew Anyway, that venomous snake has prepared for all possible cases. Only one. Its a bit strange to entrust the work to such an idiot. It is true that he had experience dealing with him once, but it was too much to entrust the entire drain with that alone. In the first ce, the ability this guy had was at a level that could only be used on the lower floors. Whoops. You still look down on this body. Dont worry. Ive prepared something so you dont have to be so disappointed. [Valseter activates his unique ability, Passage of Test Phase 2!] Strange magic spread throughout the passage. at the same time. Booung! I heard the sound of cutting the wind. It was so faint, but something was flying in a straight line. Caang! ! Sayoung Chu, who reacted first, swung her sword at once. The memorization circled the air as it was. its an arrow. Its also hard enough that it wont be cut even when hit by swordsmanship. A skilful archeryes. Chu Hon Sa-youngs arms trembled slightly. I thought it was perfectly offset, but red blood flowed down my white wrist. S. Master! Mr. Chu Hon Sa-yeong! Shh! If you make a sound, it will be like letting the other person know where you are. and Kang Confucius. from the fire. yes. Jinhyeok immediately extinguished the fireballs. As Chuhonsayeong said, turning on the light in a ce like this is no different from advertising to get it right. [Due to the effect of the test, toxic gas and dust begin to fill the drain.] [Time limit 0H : 4M : 59S] Hahaha! The first test is Ambush. It is to avoid the arrows flying in the dark! ah! By the way, its full of dust inside, so refrain from using your abilities. Unless you want to be grilled. As if excited by the smell of his feet, he gave exnations like a rapid-fire cannon. No matter how long you fly, you wont survive this time. Still, if I had to give a hint to my poor heart I dont need it. Hey bitch! Jinhyeok cut off the smell of feet with a single knife. Boooooong! The second arrow that flies like lightning. As if the first one was a preview, this time even the sound was erased. Quaang! Again, sparks rose in the darkness. that is the beginning Pupperpuppung! A series of explosions urred in the ce where the sparks erupted. Ah! You cant stop it! How long has it been since the message that the dust is rising has already reached this level of power? Its dangerous to ept it only like this. Boooooong! Arrows flew one after another without a chance to catch your breath. It hides its presence and precisely targets only vital points. Above all, it was not easy to avoid it because it predicts where to step. There is only one person on this floor with such skill with a bow. Paris The Greek hero is the gatekeeper who guards the first gate. ??? Chichik Push! The lights floating in the air went out all at once. Paris, who had been shooting at the end of the ditch, paused to draw the string. Oh, but youre not very stupid. I was expecting fire moths to die running amok, but Ill have to put in a little more effort than that. But anyway, its just a matter of time. A sniping under such perfect conditions. Even Achilles, a great hero, was defeated Cant we just deal with one of those guys? Parisughed and fired another arrow. Whoops! Strong magic power was concentrated. The arrows will get stronger and faster. But the opponent cant even see it. All they can do is pray that their pitiable livesst as long as possible. Ill finish it one by one slowly. That was when Paris injected different magical powers into the three arrows. Degurur Something rolled from the front. circle-shaped. golden-tinged. Apples. Why is this here? Paris froze on the spot. Chapter 462 Episode 462. Passage of the Test Part 2 (1) Golden Apple. It is a symbol and a culprit that not only changed the fate of many Greek heroes, but also caused even the gods to divide their sides and wage war. Because the Trojan War is so famous that there is no one who doesnt know it. In fact, it was also one of the most powerful holy relics in the Tower of Trials, except for the knowledge of good and evil. Not only was it possible to reproduce the abilities of the gods belonging to Greek and Roman mythology, but also to receive the blessings of the gods who are the source of those abilities. And of Hera Athena Aphrodite. The person who chose Aphrodite and reduced Troy to ashes was forced to stare nkly at the apple rolling in front of him. This It cant be real. It didnt make sense that the golden apples were in a ce like this. After all, this is a provocation by the opponent. Digging into the most painful memories, hoping that this side will be shaken. Damn it Faris bit his lower lip. How dare you make such an imitation and scratch your temper. The thought of ying with it slowly and then killing itpletely disappeared. [Paris activates Lv31 Critical Arrow!] His presencepletely disappeared. tak at the same time . The sound of an opponent kicking the ground was heard. it is running heading exactly this way. But the closer the distance, the easier it will be to hit. die. Paris protested. Fit! The target was the ankle. The arrow melted into the darkness. to speed and power timing. everything is perfect It must be so Quaang! What the arrow smashed was the ground, not the opponent. Did you avoid it? How? If you know where youre aiming, nothing is easier to avoid than that. Do you not know the anecdote of hiding behind a pir and aiming for Achilles heel? This is why you shouldnt have too famous myths. Even with a little provocation, the next number became so monotonous that it was easy to read. fault! Jinhyeok, who used Gumma Cheonryeongbo, quickly closed the distance. Super fast. Even so, it is still a distance that can shoot two more arrows. It was a little surprising, but lets see. You dare to make me regret ying with fake apologies in front of me. Ah, I forgot to tell you, sorry about that. Jinhyeok added a word in the dark. Its not fake. It is one of the holy relics brought from Guntapers treasure house. In other words it sounds like genuine. In an instant, unfathomable magic power emanated from the golden apple. Oh, no! Paris shouted. You must stop the golden apples before they fully open. But it was toote. [The holy relic Golden Apple is activated!] Ugh! A dazzling light filled the aisle. How stupid! That choice is Hell. There is nothing but destruction! well. thats you Im different. Jinhyeok disappeared with the light. ??? [As the dimension is temporarily disconnected, the external time stops.] The conditions were roughly matched with this. The Eye of Gluttony already had information about Paris listed. [Personal Info] Name: Paris (Prince of Troy) Level: 165 Unique Ability: Golden Apple Skill: Critical Arrow Lv31 Find Weakness Lv30 Rapid Fire Lv30 Advanced Dagger Skill Lv28 Stealth Movement Lv27 . Copy conditions: The unfortunate prince Paris who lost his country because of a choice he made. He has been haunted by the choices he has made all his life. If you follow such a prince and pass the ordeal of the golden apple safely, you will be able to copy one of Paris unique abilities and skills. Those who wish to obtain the power of the golden apple must make a choice. Who would you give the golden apple to, Hera Athena or Aphrodite? Shooting ah . It was three people who symbolized the Olympos that appeared with the light. To be precise, it was a double body that only projected its appearance due to the activation of the ability. But still, such a sense of intimidation After all, high-level deities are high-level deities. Since the three of them were together, the mana that felt like an alter ego was suffocating. Hmm The fact that all three were summoned at once means that someone used a new apple. Oh my goodness. Thats right. thats right. This apology is really long. But who else this time? Could that man? The three goddesses chattered and looked at the person who used the golden apple. Kang Jin-hyeok. Originally, it was a nuisance that had to be removed as soon as it was discovered. Because Jin-hyeok was the one who made the war against Ragnarok drag on for a long time. but. Thats the story of a group called Olympus. At least the golden apple was apletely different matter at stake for the pride of the three goddesses. Give it to me. If you do, I will give you all the riches and honors that exist in this world. Hera stretched out her white hand. Our master of the house is full of jealousy and anger up to his throat because of Zeus, who wanders around outside all day. Of course, choosing a different goddess will have the biggest ripple effect. If you give me a golden apple, I promise you the wisdom to go the right way no matter how troublesome the situation may be, and the glory of victory in war. Athena, goddess of victory. If you choose this goddess, the battle will definitely be easier. At least in this drainage canal, if you have Athenas protection, there wont be anything you cant pass through. There is a risk that Alice and Teresa will be contaminated by Aphrodites fierce jealousy of not being chosen. My head is pounding already when I think of Jinjo and the saintess, whose eyes arepletely turned upside down. Honor, power, glory All of those things are useless in life. If you give me an apology, I will help you spend the rest of your life with the person you love. you know? Prince Paris also chose me. Finally, Aphrodite whispered confidently. A man gives up everything for love. Its a male that rushes like a fire moth. Its strong and fierce since ancient times. Thus, the three goddesses were forced to make a choice at the same time. Lets see Time stopped for about 10 minutes. You have to make decisions in it. The kind of decision where if you win one, you have to lose two. Have you decided? Of course, I think the answer is fixed. I hope you made a wise choice. Whoops. please apologize So that you can fully enjoy the victory this time. The three goddesses each stretched out their hands. however. Took! The golden apple in Jinhyeoks hand fell to the floor. Degururu The rolled apple went straight to the center of the three goddesses. not to turn to anyone. in a really awkward position. What does this mean? Heras eyebrows curled in reverse. Big! greatness! First of all, clear your throat Ouch! Thats enough My hands are weak from thinking too hard. To be honest, shouldnt we have to choose one of the most beautiful people in the world? Besides, you end up holding a grudge against the other two. So youre saying you wont choose? It is not. Its just I dont know much about the deities of Olympus. They say its honor, victory, or love, but Im the kind of person who only believes in what Ive seen and experienced. If you want to receive an apology, it sounds like you have to prove it first. haha. Even if you talk like shit, he understands perfectly well. Its still hostile to Olympus, but wouldnt a goddess not chosen here be a mortal enemy? No matter how much you say youre going out, theres no need to pour oil on the fire. If so, the way you do it now is the best. How dare you doubt our abilities. Thats not enough, so youre trying to grab it and shake it. My God This person is more smirk than I have ever heard. Is it because the liver isrge or does it think we are fools? Lively reactions erupted. It is not easy beings to be deities to the extent that these shallow numbers work. If this were an ordinary situation. Then I have no choice but to give up the golden apple. Its a pity, but I wont choose anyone. Jinhyeok licked his lips as if he was sorry. Of course, I didnt forget to throw one ember here. ah! You already have one, so dont you mind? at that point. !? ! The eyes of the three goddesses shook rapidly. Its a natural story. You never know when the opportunity to have the golden apple again wille again. In the worst case, only Aphrodite will remain as the goddess who owns the golden apple forever. Besides, I dont know what to say, but rather than the prince of Troy I wonder if I, who is shaking the tower, has more influence. The golden apple itself is important, but who gave it to you is also important. At that time, Paris had its own rank, but will that rank be used throughout the Tower of Trials? A hero recognized only in one myth and a yer who is currently a hot topic among all deities. If you put the two on the scale, it hurts to say which one will have more weight. Certainly Ill be able to get everyones attention, not just us. Are you saying shes the best goddess that epasses myths? Youre a really careless person to be tripping over me here. Still, its quite attractive not to have to watch the other goddesses teasing her because shes the best. Especially that stupid archangel. We didnt speak to each other, but the same thought came to our heads. Even if you lose this offer, you have to take it unconditionally. More than anything else, even if you were to bestow blessings by handing over the golden apple, that would only be done once. If only I could close my eyes just once and endure the nagging of Zeus and the rest of the gods. You will be able to obtain the golden apple you have longed for. The worry didntst long. Tell me what you want. First of all, I want to think slowly in the fresh air. Get out of this stinky sewer. good. let me do that. Hera made a promise on behalf of the goddesses. at the same time. Tring! [Seeded in copying the unique ability Golden Apple.] [Golden Apple] Difficulty to obtain: Unmeasurable Description: You will be able to receive the support and protection of the deities belonging to Olympus. The abilities that can be activated and the level of divine protection vary depending on the skill.] [Copied abilities are stored in the memory of the world.] A golden status window appeared in front of Jinhyeok. But did the goddesses know? If possible Golden apples are no longer disposable? Chapter 463 Episode 463. Passage of Choice Part2 (2) Pass! After 10 minutes, everything hadpletely changed. The barrier shattered, revealing the people inside. How the hell Paris stammered. Even though the Golden Apple test, which drove everything to ruin, was over, he was fine. Of course, it was normal when the two goddesses who were not chosen were rampaging along the road. Wasnt he himself, who suffered the pain of ruin, the proof? So you said. Its different from you. Jinhyeok passed by Paris, who had lost his will to fight. Even if you dont have to look at the end, that guy wont be a hindrance anymore. More than anything. This guy still has a role to y. As expected, Paris did not lift a finger. With the bow down, he muttered nkly. However, not everyone gave up. My trap is still being triggered! The screams of the smell of feet echoed loudly. As time passed, enough smoke was created to blow the entire drainage canal. Ah, the acting you were talking about earlier? Yes. Ill roast your whole body alive! they say. Goddess. My hamstrings are all numb from fear, what should I do? Its really annoying. the moment the words are over. Shuuk! The smoke that filled the aisle disappeared in an instant. huh? Eh? The footsteps voice split vertically. ??? The drainage canal located underground in Guntaper is enormous in its scale. It was because even the demons living here couldnt properly understand the maze-like passages. There are countless traps and even about being able to control it all. okay. The reason why Foot Odor epted this job was because he was sure that he could repay the shame of the past. however. Uh What the hell is this situation? [The 25th trap has been breached.] Beyond the screen. His feet smelled like he was about to cry. It was because I had to watch the works of conversion I had prepared fall apart. Kwak Kwak! All kinds of poison and arrows were blocked by Athena. All kinds of magic and mental hallucinations lost their light due to Hera. The beasts turned into a well-tamed puppy in front of Aphrodite, so the game was virtually over. Hmm. You still have no creativity. Did you make this this time? Jinhyeok looked at the execution instruments on the table. It was a kind of mechanical device that would open up and down when the timer expired when you put metal in your mouth. Thats right. The time limit is 60 seconds. After that, you will die a cruel death. Hey, you put a lot of effort into it. Sophisticated. There is also an auxiliary device that suppresses mana. Puhaha! Youre the first to say the right thing! No one has ever survived wearing this on their head. Come on, give it a try! no. huh? Im not even an idiot, why are you stuffing this into my head? You can just go. You dont have to put all these things together. Please open the door here too. Its very cumbersome to go. Haa yes. Its because the strongest gods who are crazy to get the golden apple are together. Kwaaang! Athena threw a golden spear. [The 26th trap has been breached.] A single shot from Athenas spear blew the door away. It was said that he had put in a lot of effort, but it was not up to the level of dealing with the god of Olympus. But if you look at the sincerity of the person who made it and use it a bit Ill think about it when something goodes out. Do you have anything special this time around? Ha ha ha, of course there is. Now thats it! It is said that it can even catch dragons, and this foot odor, or Balseter-samas confidence! [The 27th trap has been breached!] [Congrattions on clearing in the shortest period of time.] The status window blinks in session. . . A strange air lingered between the two. Its like watching a still screen. It is a silence that would not be strange even if it hardened forever andpletely turned into a fossil. Fuck it, so I said no. Chijik! The screen just went off. With that, all the traps in the culvert stopped working. Chun Yoo-seong and Teresa lined up one word at a time. Did you pass this way before? Did you make that guys outfit burst? Looking at it, it seems that you are in a position equivalent to a mid-level manager, but against such an enemy Jinhyeok-ssi is amazing. But do you have a reason for doing this? Thats it Isnt it fun? Are you making fun of someone who is self-confident? That face that everything is stained with despair and beyond that it is empty. Big. Its really thrilling to see that. A guy like Guntafer. no. Mr. Yoosung. Wouldnt Guntaper be nicer? I thought I knew Jinhyeok well after being with him for a long time. The more you open this up, the more absurd things keeping out. Its crazy because its the same side. I couldnt imagine how terrible it would be to meet as an enemy. Rather than that, is Gongja Kang really okay? Sayeong Chu looked at the three goddesses of Olympus with a worried face. Hera Athena Aphrodite. Although only part of the body was manifested due to the Golden Apples ability that alone was an unpredictable variable. Do not worry. I will take care of it. Jinhyeok walked in front of the three goddesses. Now that youve managed to get us out of a rather troublesome ditch, its time to decide who to apologize to, as promised. Of course it must be this body, right? Im the one who made the biggest contribution to breaking through the traps. Huh. I guess he doesnt know that hes been staring at me all along. Everyone swallowed dry saliva. Jinhyeok took out a golden apple. It would be nice to be able to move around like the Hogu Beriel, but that kind of method wouldnt work for those snake-like goddesses. If so. The person I will give you The most profitable option has already been decided. It is you. A golden apple was held in the hand of a goddess. ??? Whoop whoop! Ahahaha! Aphrodite let out a sharp swearing. Now that I even got the second golden apple, I cant help but feel good. done. Thats it! After all, I am the greatest of all myths! As promised, to enchant one desired target. Do not forget it. Dont worry. I dont know who you want, but Ill tell Cupid to shoot a pretty arrow. A smile crept across Aphrodites lips. That goddess doesnt know about anything else, but one thing is neat. With this, I got a pretty useful card in one hand. Of course, not everything is over. Aaaagh! Why the hell why! In the Tower of Trials following the Age of Mythology, the anger of the two goddesses who ate big taffy was revealed without filtering. Cuckoo coo! shaking axis. I secretly came out through the end of the drain, but if I dont care, it will be like advertising to all the demons in the fortress. Tell me. Why didnt you choose us? Hera bared her mrs. Even if you put a judges uniform on a kid passing by, hell judge that because hes on the brink of murder. Rather than deciding who to apologize to, now is more important. Ah thats it. Jinhyuk scratched his head. Actually, I was worried because I liked all of them, but earlier someone said that I had to choose Aphrodite-sama unconditionally. Who are you talking about! Why is there a nice-looking guy with blonde hair? He was a good shooter. The important point here is to direct all the me to Paris. That friend said that we should unconditionally choose Aphrodite over other goddesses. What should I say? Did I say the rest were too shallow for an apology? Anyway, other people say that even if you choose, you will only lose money? Paris did that damn man say that? Paris? oh yeah It must have been that name. youre right. He did. Its the aftermath, its not my part-time job anyway. Its not like I have any personal affection for Paris. That does not excuse you for not choosing me. You havent forgotten how many gateways Ive pierced with my spear, have you? Athena still hasnt reaped the cold life. but. Jinhyeoks subsequent actions. hmm. I think youre misunderstanding something The situation reversed again. [The unique ability Golden Apple is activated!] Took. Another golden apple appeared. I dont have one apple. How? I happened to get another apple. To be precise, it has be possible to create an infinite number of apples in the future. But you dont have to say that. Just one more thing This is really scary. As long as they do not know how much the opponents bnce is, the goddesses have no choice but to bite the poisoned bait to get another golden apple. ha. Its itspletely gone. I waspletely beaten. This is why my father told me not to get involved with you. I have at least one more, so it didnt matter who I gave it to Really. The feeling of happiness ispletely gone. I cant throw it away, but I cant keep dragging it. It was only after being put in a situation like a gyereuk, that the three goddesses realized that they had fallen into a swamp. Then, I wish you well in the future. I admit we did something stupid. But dont like it too much. A fishy smile appeared on Heras lips as well. What else does that mean? I guess you think you stopped themotion a while ago by putting up a barrier in your own way Some hounds smelled the blood. Thats a very nasty guy. As soon as he finished his words, a vicious mana stabbed his whole body. Kang Jin-hyuk! Mr. Jinhyeok! Chun Yoo-sung and Teresa each drew their weapons. Alleys on the roofs of buildings and alleys in the center. Suddenly I was surrounded. Hey, did youe all the way down here? You guys are really great too. Behemoth with a greatsword giggled. Demons in ck robes inscribed with ancient demonguage stood around her. These are guys Ive never seen anywhere else. Its called Karl Drant. Guntafers personal magician, stationed only within the citadel. All of them are arc liches made up of 9 circles. Jinhyuk licked his bitter taste. shit. When was thest time you saw all these guys get together? They are monsters that can fill the boss position in the middleyer with just one, but thats fifteen. Besides, those guys werent even the main ones, they gathered to support Behemoth. We wish you good luck. Oh, its time to go back soon. Its a matter of course, but the three goddesses crossed the river as if they were chanting. I didnt even expect that to happen in the first ce. Didnt Gongja Kang say that if you fight here, you wont have the strength to fight the demon king? Thats right. In order to fight Guntaper, you must conserve your physical strength and magical power as much as possible. Even more so, if you pour all your strength here, even if you win the battle, you will lose the war. Huh, then I cant help it. Ill survive here somehow, so go first. You mean by yourself? There is no other way. furthermore. I dont want to see the death of a king or a strong man. Is it okay to sacrifice yourself? Looking at this, I think that the residents belonging to Moorim are the real country. Even though it was a short rtionship, they were the ones who valued that rtionship. No one will die here. Even if it wasnt so, if it took this much time, the time woulde soon. The moment I thought so. Wow! There was a roar in front of the citadel. Even if you tell me that things with only horns on their heads are blocking my way, 1000 years is too early! Its Alices voice. and. Please clearly tell the demons who have stained the name of God what the judgment is! Cuckoo Cuckoo! Angels, including Gabriel, struck the eastern wall. Chapter 464 Episode 464. The ancient species Behemoth (1) Except for the ce where the devil is located, this fortress where Guntaper is located is the ce that boasts the most thorough security in the demon realm. Tens of thousands of troops and thousands of top demons. In addition,rge-scale monsters and ancient species. It would not be an exaggeration to say that it was the power of the entire floor. Even more so, as long as you understand the opponents strategy to enter the drain Can you lose even if you want to lose? Guntafer was confident that the fight would end within the day. however. The one who came to the wall is Gabriel. We are attacking the side of the castle with about 3,000 powerful angels, who are equivalent to the personal guard! Breaking news! Arge group of angels are heading right here across the borders of Eden! Heralds appearing one after another. Eden is currently in a state where war with the outside world is impossible due to internal strife between Uriel and Gabriel. However, the reality waspletely different from what was expected. Samcheon, a powerful angel who was active on the front line, could never be ignored. Especially if Gabriel, one of the archangels, is leading it himself. In the end, a situation urred in which troops had to be redistributed for surprise. Pududeug Guntafer grinded his mrs. I never thought I would have built such a close rtionship with Eden. What is your true identity? Taking control of the gods of the tower while only a human being was not enough, and it aroused greater tension than when the power war was fought with the demon lords. The opponent is undoubtedly a human being. Why? It felt more difficult now than any strong enemy I had ever dealt with. How can I deal with it? After all, its better to break the siege and go back No, if I go back to the fort, I could miss Beriel. That would be the worst oue the opponent wants. Because the ultimate goal of this fight was to cut Beriels head. If thats the case Go on your own and go to the fort and examine the situation. And if the situation is not good, you can activate the holy relic in the basement. yes? If its a holy relic The face of the demon who was reporting hardened at once. There is only one holy relic in the fort. Sealing Stone of the Loser. There was a time when there were 11 Demon Kings in the past, not 10. The traitor who tried to hand over the entire demon realm to Eden. In the end, it was discovered early and returned to failure, but the demon king who tried to revolt was sealed and trapped inside a huge crystal. While retaining all the demons in this life. That is the holy relic, the Lowers Sealing Stone. You dont know how many allies will die if you activate it. If you dont care, more than half of the demons in the fortress may disappear. Besides, I also went there Pelod. Guntaper murmured softly. With a small but clear voice, Did you call? Lord. The demon called Fellow suddenly warmed up. I definitely put the proviso, if things dont work out. In other words, if you deal with the annoyances so that they dont happen, thats enough. If only Kang Jin-hyeok is removed, thats it. There would be no reason to use a holy relic. Besides, I dont like chess pieces that dont move freely on the chessboard. No, rather, the expression that I cant control it because I get angry every time I see it is correct. Do you know what I mean? Although there is a chance that you can live if you follow the instructions. If you refuse, it means immediate action. I will do as youmand. Felrod lowered his head. Even if many of his friends, including himself, die. Or even if the fort was blown away. Guntafer would not blink an eye. ? ? ? Kukukukuku! A tremendous roar shook the earth. The war fell into chaos due to the surprise attack of the powerful angels. The holy me burned the demons on the wall. As expected, I seeded in persuading. Jinhyuk smiled with satisfaction. If it was Ellis, he was sure that he would seed in capturing Gabriel. And Ellis has made even greater achievements than expected. We have to stop those fucking angels first No. We have to kill Kang Jin-hyeok and the rest first! But if we dont stop Gabriel, the walls might fall. purple. That Behemoths shit-chewed face. Arent the demons who are the partiespletely confused about what to do? Shaking the te is what it means. While everyone was confused like that, Jinhyeok opened the Memories of the World. The stored skills were immediately listed. What I need right now is Three books were pulled from the library. [Trait ability Golden Apple and skill Age of Destruction (AA) skill False Faith (B) are fused!] Main is the Golden Apple. The secondary skills that became secondary were obtained by robbing Guntapers wagon. Originally using other skills would allow for a more perfect fusion, but thisbination isnt that bad either. The Age of Destruction and False Faith had the power to undermine the authority of the Godhead. It will help to distort the effect of the golden apple, at least in part. Jinhyeok looked at the skills that were merging into one. And finally. Tring! [Sessfully fused the unique ability Golden Apple of Apostate!] [Golden Apple of Apostate] Difficulty to obtain: Unmeasurable Description: Originally, this ability can only be used after passing the tests given by Greek gods. However, the golden apple of the apostate twists the rules of the existing golden apple and at the same time allows the ability to be used. It appeared that it was an apple and not a golden apple at the same time. If its a chaos effect Im guessing theres a result that could even get the caster caught up in it. A slightly different effect from when I climbed the tower in the past. Still, this is within the expected range. Then next Kwajik! Jinhyuk grabbed the apple. The fleshy flesh crumbled and the juice soaked my palms. [Inherited ability Golden Apple of Begyoja is activated!] Ugh! A golden haze floated along the fingertips. For the deity that is praised by all, there is a holy relic that made the mythe true. The strongest weapons, such as Zeus Astraphe, Thors Mjolnir, and Michaels Longinus. And of course. The three goddesses here also had holy relics that supported their status. [Athenas Spear is duplicated.] An unstoppable sense of exhration stimted my heart. this feeling. this sense. As expected, copying what someone else has achieved by devoting everything to it is thrilling beyond measure. Is that? no way. Nonsense! The three goddesses who had been watching the situation silently let out exmations at the same time. familiar magic. And the sense of incongruity felt in it. That window is not aplete origin. It was inevitable that Athena herself was holding the Spear of Athena in her hand. In other words, its a counterfeit. It would be a fake that is nothing more than an imitation. Even so I cant believe it The magic contained in that spear was by no means something that could be ignored. ? ? ? Half a beatter, Behemoth also realized the change. While he was distracted for a while while responding to the surprise attack of the angels, more confusion wasing. How do you How can a human being use the power of a godhead? Instead of Jinhyeok, he was told behind the scenes. Dont be too surprised. Even if you dont have to be so frightened, there will be many surprises in the future. For example, his ability is activated through my hand. Hey, my mouth is watering. In Jinhyeoks eyes, the Behemoths status window was already floating. A ce like a buffet where all the strong people gather at once. If I didnt copy my abilities to the fullest in a ce like this, I wouldnt be able to sleep properly at night for the next year. [Personal Information] Name: Behemoth Level: ??? Inherent Ability: Eating Growth (Passive) Skill: Giant Lv?? Instantaneous eleration Lv?? Mass Change Lv?? Storms Step Lv?? Roar of Fear Lv?? Details: Kraken One of the ancient species that exists in mythology along with Leviathan. Its body is sorge that it can cover the clouds, and all ces Behemoth passes through will turn into barrennds. Radiation condition: The power to consume everything and be stronger by that amount. Behemoths feeding growth has near-infinite potential. At the same time, Behemoth is proud of its ability to feed itself. To copy her abilities, consume more matter than her. However, in the case of ae-from-behind victory, the understanding of the ability copied will increase to the maximum. [The bnce has been slightly adjusted to resolve the overwhelming inequality.] [You will be able to receive help from those who belong to the Goinmul Corporation.] Its an eating showdown against Behemoth Although the copying conditions are definitely tricky. It is not impossible if supported by a few clues and bnce adjustments. The problem is to attract the opponent to the eating contest It didnt take long for me to worry. Because there was only one definitive answer anyway. In an instant, Jinhyeoks hand, which held Athenas spear, became stronger. slowly. Posture changes. It doesnt seem like its just getting ready to go into battle. But that is an illusion. Boooooong! A window that disappeared like lightning without preparation. A spear running in a straight line was directed towards the front of the Behemoth. As if space and space were connected. The spear reached the nose of the Behemoth in half a breath. It is not a level that can be simply defined as being fast. but. Kuk! Behemoth instinctively swung his greatsword. Wow! Magical energy was scattered in all directions with a tremendous roar. chuck! Jinhyeok drew a semicircle and grabbed the flying spear again. As expected, an ancient species is an ancient species. I threw it with the intention of killing it at once. Its a bit different from the javelin that Athena showed me earlier. It seems that he needs a little more time before he gets used to his freshly copied abilities. A cheeky human being kills someone carelessly! Behemoth got angry and grabbed the sword with both hands. Cuckoo coo! What followed was Storms Walk. Several tornadoes engulfed whole houses in the vicinity. Keah! What crazy! What are we going to do if we use something like that here! The demons who were caught up screamed. This is why simple ignorant people who are strong are easy to provoke. Even the slightest provocation was enough to get me hooked. Of course, if youre just that strong of simple ignorance, whats the point of saying that youve fallen into a trap? There is noparison to thest time Tornado met. The de of the wind that shreds everything literally did not cover the enemy. Shall we go? This is the beginning of this game. Chapter 465 Chapter 465. The ancient species Behemoth (2) It was none other than three colleagues who got caught up in Jinhyeoks sudden provocation. Chun Yu-seong, Teresa, and Chu Hon-sa-yeong each flew in different directions. Cuckoo coo! A whirlpool beyond imagination swept the ce where it stood until a moment ago. Hey, that was pretty creepy. If it had been dyed by one second, it might have been a tomato in a blender by now. Looking at it, it seems that the goddesses of Olympus have already pulled their backs. Now it waspletely left in the middle of enemy lines. You start with a little warning. please! I was about to die. really. Whoops. Also, Kang Gong-ja has a very hot personality. Is it because of the influence of the Dark Emperor? Voices of dissatisfaction came from everywhere. But I cant afford to hear that right now. Yoosung. Something like this loan shark. What else are you going to pamper yourself with? ouch Its deaf. Anyway, I dont know why this guy doesnt lose his temper no matter how much time passes. You should have gotten used to it by now. Still, I cant help it to achieve the copy condition. Ill have to try and coax it out. The life of Cheon Yoo-seong and the unique ability of Behemoth. If you put two on the scale, which one will be heavier Well, it hurts to say it. Above all, I dont think that zombie-like guy will die easily. No, its not a difficult request. Only deal with the magicians you see over there. If you create synergy with Behemoth, it will be quite a headache. Guntapers direct subordinate magic troops, Kal Drant. They are proud of their ignorant firepower, but that is only when there are those who stand in the front. If Behemoth is running amok right now just three of them should be enough to find a gap to dig into. Especially, if there is Teresa who can use White me, one of the strongest unique holy spears, the possibility goes up even more. Hmm. If we were to take on those guys, would Gongja Kang be going to deal with that monster alone? I have something in mind. The odds are about half and half. Thats not bad. all right. Let us handle this. Thousand Gongja. Hey, dont be upset. Make your handsome face ugly. Master! I think its because Master doesnt know, but hes an unscrupulous guy who only cares about other people and takes care of himself. It might be more profitable to give it up and stick to Guntaper? Yoosung. Its not that you talk too much. Definitely not a bad deal. If this happens, a rebellion is likely to happen. I cant leave it like that. hooked! Jinhyeok threw a skewer made of cial molding at the enemies. Kuaa! A wind hole appeared on one of Carl Drants shoulders. Cowards. Its a surprise. Wipe out all the humans! Perhaps taking that as a signal for battle, the rest of them started chanting magic all at once. [The ck magic Dryca Paintos is activated!] All of the basic magicponents are omitted. The ck magic that was done with the horse, close to the spirit of the horse, soon turned into a huge wave. Keeeh! Quaaaaa! ck waves full of resentment and pain. It is a great magic that acts not only on physical power but also on the mental system. There is no time to think back now. In order to survive, we must move immediately. Gather behind me! Teresa activated Holy Fire. A dazzling golden light pierced the clouds and fell to the ground. I will kill you. I will definitely kill you! Oh my goodness. This time too, Gongja lost. Chun Yu-seong and Chu Hon-sa-yeong were also forced to fight. good. With this, I was able to make Behemoth single. Even if we all attack together, you send the hat stuck on the board to the other side? It is inefficient. Hunting an ancient species, but its flocking around. furthermore. I already cut off a single horn myself. It looks like he wants to be torn to pieces. You look down on the Ancient Bell. I fought the Kraken the other day, but nothing happened. Ancient bells and so on are all good names, but what can I say about the substance? Should I say hollow chaff? It was just a tough octopus. Jinhyeok snapped the tip of his spear. Arrogantly without losing yourposure. The key point is to make the Behemothpletely enter the swamp. Aagh! [The Behemoth activates its unique ability eating growth!] Its finally caught! ? ? ? eating growth. Thats where Behemoths true valuees into y. Normally, it is a passive type that umtes the power of the target it eats, but when it is activated directly as it is now, the ability is slightly different. Whoops! Behemoth took a deep breath. The air was sucked in at once, and the lungs expanded greatly. Substance change through breathing. The mana that had been dissolved in the air was reconstituted inside the body and became apletely different mana. The white light that formed on his mouth seemed to be looking at the sun right in front of his eyes. Aww! Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! His mouth opened, and the light that had beenpressed to the limit spread forward. [Inherent ability Nihilism is activated!] The power to nullify the opponents abilities. Immediately a crack appeared in the beam of light. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! However, that is all. No matter how nihilistic the ability was, it faded in front of a monster worthy of a god. The limit is to earn only a few seconds and set a few degrees of trajectory. Even so. For Jinhyeok, that small moment acts as a variable that canpletely overturn everything. Kagagagak! Jinhyeok used two daggers to deflect the flying beam. A ray of light brushed through her hair and stretched upward, disappearing along the far sky. Quaang! It was then that Behemoth moved. A greatsword that didnt suit her slender physique crossed her horizontally. Boooooong! Footsteps on the ground. And the great sword that covers the sky creates a storm. ! The two swords, Hongryeon and Barnard, each had a different light. The small, but blindingly sharp de strengthened by the high-speed sword created another gale. Kakakakang! A cross between a sword and a sword. The first strike that predicted each others sword path was not a swordsmanship. The innocent life is only to take away the life of the other person. Therefore, even if a single sword is a dead end, it is no shortage of perfection. Quaang! Jinhyeoks body melted into the tornado. This way! Behemoth plunged his greatsword into the wind. It was a crude and ignorant stab that even steel could pierce. For sure. [Mass change] [eleration!] It looked like that until an additional skill was activated. The mass changes and the eleration is superimposed on it. Paaang! The greatsword that easily broke through the speed of sound was a bullet. Under the trajectory of a straight line that pierces everything, it is a divine power that makes defense impossible. A direct hit would add a new hole to the body. Of course, avoided? Even bullets boasting the strongest are meaningless if they dont hit. [Mass change.] [eleration!] Again. [Mass change] [eleration!!] Once again. And once again. More eleration than that was superimposed on the lighter sword. It is now an area that even Behemoth cannot control. However, the results did not change. Avoid even this? The greatsword that pierced the air stopped on the spot as if it had lost its purpose. Dozens of shes were fired in less than a minute, but not a single drop of blood came out of the opponents body. Timing without any error. Optimized magic and skill distribution. Even the skill of handling two daggers. Behemoths self-confident appearance was peeled off. I thought it wouldnt be a big deal if I didnt wear the crown I just thought that the Pandemonium was struggling because of that special one. It is an illusion. Even without the crown of defeat, the opponent was far beyond human by itself. Are you done stabbing now? I was just trying to have some fun avoiding it. Jinhyuk shrugged. Looking so rxed. An attack of the same level just now would be nothing but a toy even if repeated a hundred times. Sheesh! okay. good. It must have been me who was still underestimating him. From now on, I will use my specialty to deal with you. Whoops! Behemoth lightly stirred the air. What appeared was the subspace inventory. It is also of a different size from the normal subspace. Urururu Immediately, a huge amount of magic stones started pouring out. The magic crystal must be the best raw material for its unique ability that grows stronger as it preys on itself. If you eat these, you will be able to exert a different level of power than before. The more you eat, the stronger you be. That means. Its a pretty interesting ability. Well, I dont know how much I can eat with that little body. at that point. dreaming Behemoths eyebrows curled in reverse. How dare you make fun of my predatory abilities? I dont mean to look at it lightly How much more would you eat if you had to eat with that small body? I was once a mukbang BJ. Maybe if I eat more than you, I can eat more. Arent you going to eat less? An ancient species, each with its own characteristics. Among them, Behemoth had an endless hungry that could devour the world. His appetite is endless, to the extent that he prides himself on it. But nothing else. Are you provoking in this field? okay? If youre that confident, why not give it a try? Who can eat more of these magic stones? the desired sea. Ive been waiting so long for you to say that. Thats it. Jinhyuk nodded. With that, purple-tinged mana spread in all directions. [Due to mutual agreement, the second effect of Eating Growth is activated.] [ All abilities except those rted to eating are temporarily sealed.] [Maximum attack power is determined by the amount of magic stones consumed. .] [Remaining time 1h : 29m : 59s] Status windows that appear one after another. From now on, the aspect of the fight ispletely different. abilities you have. skill use. Or not the skills or potential that each individual possesses. It simply means that victory or defeat is determined by the amount of magic stones consumed. Even in order to achieve the copying condition, such a te had to be made without fail. Kyahahaha! really stupid I would never have thought that an idiot trying to bet on this sport with me would be in the Tower of Trials. It was quite annoying to run away using small techniques, but Jinhyeok epted this bet, which made things much easier. Behemoth picked up a handful of magic stones. Quadduk! Crunchy! As if going into a grinder. The magic crystal was instantly ground in his mouth and passed down his throat. More than 7 magic stones disappeared in less than 3 seconds. Wooooooooooong at the same time ! A purple orb appeared above Behemoths head. As the ability was activated, the amount of magic crystals each ate was reced with magic power. Have you already eaten over 100 of them? Jinhyeok looked up into the air. Certainly, if you engage in a camouge confrontation with an ancient species with good eating habits, you will lose unconditionally. If its a marriage book, youll never be able to beat Behemoths ability. However, there is a clue attached to this confrontation. Being able to receive support from colleagues belonging to the Goinmul Corporation. Everyone,e out for a second. Jinhyeok opened the subspace. Chapter 466 Episode 466. Ancient Behemoth (3) Huh? What else is going on, master? We were quiet. thats right. I never made a n to run away to the spirit realm by stabbing the master in the back. right? then. He will never betray his master unless he wants to be a grilled lizard. Everyone be quiet. Head hurts. The spirit beasts of the 5 elements jumped out. And after that, Havelian, Hooded Cranes, and Fried appeared. Miyo? Kyao! What is the reason for calling this soft ck head, one of the great Four Gods no, the blue dragon? New beasts and ancient species belonging to the Ancient Inmul Corporation. Although it is difficult for humans to eat magic stones, it is not impossible for them. Rather, it is more like a great meal as a source of magical energy. Anyway, the magic stones are also Behemoths, so theres nothing to lose. Of course, if you lose, youll be crushed well, that wont happen. Everyone has been through a hard time. So I prepared a special dinner for you. Everyone, dont hesitate and eat. Wow, owner Im impressed. You stupid Undine. Just looking at it, its a trap. huh? trap? Look at me. There Sylphid pointed a finger at Behemoth. A small girl who is inhaling magic crystals with tremendous force. Above it floated an unimaginable purple orb in contrast. Roaring! Even just brushing against it, I could feel the heat enough to evaporate right down to my bones. Even at this moment, the sphere continued to grow in size. Something is strange I dont think its food given to us because of our hard work. The hooded crane also noticed something suspicious. Just dont worry. eat as much as you want Even if your stomach explodes, as long as you eat a lot, there will be no problem. You dont mean you have to eat more than that girl, do you? Hey, would I do anything dirty to drag you into a confrontation like that? If its you, youll stay. Rather, please tell me that in case we lose, those purple lumps will not fall on us. Whoa. This guy also had been around for quite a while, so he quickly grasped the situation. Our Hooded Cranes are very quick-witted. But that quick notice can actually be poisonous. So just do what youre told to do. dont vomit silently. Then you will be able to live in this tower for a long time. Damn it. Soon after, a gluttonous confrontation began. ? ? ? Wow! Wooduk! gulp! 15 minutes into the game. It didnt take long, but the magic stone he ate in that moment was beyond imagination. As their lives were at stake, everyone did their best to put magic crystals into their mouths. Hey, why is this like this? My stomach has grown like a mountain. Undine tapped his stomach as if it was about to explode. After forcibly inserting magic stones into his small body, he now faced physical limitations. Kill me. rather! The sylph fell from the sky. Heh heh heh heh Miyo oh. Hooded Cranes and Fried also gasped for breath with exhausted faces. They all endured because they couldnt ovee the threats. The body had already crossed its limits a long time ago. Lord, if we do this, we will all die. Yes, yes. i know you guys are hard As usual, I have prepared a special trump card, so now you can rx. Can I stop eating the number of spleen? Undines eyes twinkled with hope. Of course, in most realities, any hope ends up being just a glimmer of hope. No, Im just giving you magic to eat more. Jinhyeok made fun of the frying pan with his mboyant skills. [Lv15 Different World Restaurant is activated!] The special seasoning, which waspleted in an instant, was sprinkled on the magic stones as if eating beans roasted by lightning. If you just eat it, you might get tired of it, so the purpose is to make it taste as good as possible. Ugh, sir, this purple soup is giving off skull-shaped smoke? It looks pretty good, but it tastes pretty good. But this is a little If its really hard, would you like to put a funnel down your throat? Will it go over well? Oh no! I eat well by myself. look. Slurp Ugh. wook! slurp! Undine drank the special magic stone soup with tears in her eyes. however. its good? No, it wasnt that it was delicious, but it was surprisingly sweet enough to forget the feeling of fullness. Oh my God, how can this taste Undine hurriedly picked up the second soup. Really? Is it that delicious? Theres no way the owner made it taste so good Sylphid, who was dubious, took a bite of the soup and soon his eyes widened to the size of antern. What more do I have to say? Your expression already said it all. Let me taste it too. me too! Starting with that, the rest of the Spirit Beasts also entered the second round. How much time had passed like that? Before I knew it, the purple sphere on top of the stagnant corporation had grown quiterge. however. Its impossible now I give up too. In the first ce, only the brain and heart were deceived by taste and scent. The stomach was still full. I knew it would turn out like this. Behemoth, who was contemting the whole scene, smiled in repentance. Well, its worth acknowledging that he gathered subordinates with good appetite. In particr, one of the Four Gods, Blue Dragon, was on a different level from his size. Besides, to be honest, the sight of them pouring strange sauce on top of the magic stone was quite interesting. If the opponent wasnt me, he would have won somehow with that trick. Yes. All in all, the opponent in the confrontation of predation is himself. It was a battle where the oue was predetermined from the beginning. I havent even shown my skills properly yet but the amount of magic stones I ate was well over doubled at first nce. [Remaining time: 0h : 12m : 38s] Kuku kuk kuku! The purple orb floating in the sky was about to fall at any moment. Die with regret for foolishly provoking me. Behemoth giggled as he watched the time remaining. You talk as if you won everything. Isnt that obvious? Only 10 minutes left. Even if there are two sides of the sky, there is no way I will catch up. gulp! A magic crystal the size of a head disappeared. Unlike the rxed Behemoth, the Spirit Beasts faces turned white and were frothing. Even if Behemoth stopped eating at all from now on, there would be no possibility of a reverse. Hmm, I think a reversal is possible with just a difference of 2 times I know youre angry because you died in vain, but dont force yourself. Rather, why are you so mean to me? If you had just fought as you normally would, using those crude skills, you would have had a slightly better chance than you do now. Dont be too confident. Its so strange that its a match, so you dont know what will happen until the end. Its thestint of a loser that Ive been hearing so much. Okay, Ill finish it now. As if the Behemoth had nothing to hear anymore, it approached the magic crystal that was close to 1m. He was determined to devour thergest magic stone entirely, to crush his hopes. However, something is strange. uh? An earthquake urred in Behemoths pupils. Yes, there is no choice but to do that The 1m magic crystal that was in front of me just a moment ago disappeared like a lie. Did you use your talents or skills to trick your eyes? Or use some other trick? It cant be. Isnt this confrontation directly protected by the system under the premise of eating growth? It was a time when the number of all kinds of cases was pounding in my head. mosquito. A strange voice rang in Behemoths ears. ? ? ? Amber eyes. ck skin like obsidian. Looking at the magic stones piled high with ancient sweet potatoes, he swallowed. Mooogiii! Yes, Kuma. Jinhyeok stroked the sweet potato with a voice full of affection. The rest of the Spirit Beasts were just a trick to induce Behemoths carelessness and win back. And the main thing that decided the winner was the sweet potato. About 10 minutes left is the optimal time to bet on the game. You can eat all of this. If you eat them all, a new magic stone wille out. Dont worry about the amount, eat as much as you want. mosquito! Saliva flowed from the sweet potatos mouth. Its ridiculous. Now what are you going to do with one reptile like that Huh? Behemoths eyes widened rapidly as he spoke. Wow! Quadduk! p p! It is speed beyond imagination. The sweet potato jumped onto the pile of magic crystals and began to inhale the magic crystals like a crab hiding its eyes. What is that crazy lizard? What is it? An ancient species, just like you. That lesser-looking guy is an ancient species? such nonsense. At first nce, all I see is a hungry dog? But you cant be careless if you dont know anything else. In this short moment, he ate more than tens of kilos of magic stones. Even so, the gap was still wide. The problem was the pace was already broken and the sudden pursuit made it difficult for me to show my full potential. Kuu! Did you aim for this? Behemoth hurriedly swallowed the magic stone. damn it Its not as easy as you think. Seeing the sweet potato chasing after her furiously, she couldnt afford it anymore. Mosquito Mosquito! Thanks to the pure enjoyment of the sweet potato, the size of the two spheres floating above my head suddenly became the same. At this rate, they might catch up within the remaining time. In the worst case, it might lose. As the thought continued, the Behemothsposurepletely disappeared. I realized that now is not the time to y. [Behemoth is Lv?? Giantness is activated!] Kukukukuku! Behemoths appearance changed in an instant. Huge body over 30m. The gaping mouth and two sharp horns boasted a tremendous sense of intimidation. Compared to the Kraken, it is not pushed at all. As expected, gigantism is also counted as a category of ability rted to eating. Cold sweat ran down Jinhyuks cheeks. Ill swallow all those magic stones. Behemoth swallowed the stacked magic stones in one bite. He said he would widen the gap and press it down. It was a number that felt such will. however. yomnyomnyom! No, what the hell has happened to your body! Its not like theres a ck hole in it. The sweet potato mukbang, whichpletely ignored thews of physics, was far beyondmon sense. [Remaining time: 0h : 0m : 53s] Oops! Quack! mosquito! This is no longer a fight. Its a showdown between two ancient races with pride at stake. And the result is a tie. I ate exactly the same amount. Pushed to the limit within the given time. Now, even if a knife is inserted into his throat, he cannot eat even a single magic stone. It is a great lizard. You have a stomach simr to this body. Mosquito Mosquito Mosquito! A strange sense of kinship developed between the two in the fierce battle. If it wasnt for a situation where each other was aiming for each others lives, I even thought that I would like to have a confrontation like this again. There is only 1 second left. But the very moment that announces the end of time. [Time limit] Misread. Ugh I dont know how everyone eats something like this. Jinhyeok bit off a corner of the magic stone and ate it. [everything has ended.] [The winner is the deceased person corporation.] How did you win? Jinhyuk smiled brightly. Chapter 467 Episode 467. The puppet weapon Homunculus (1) A difference of several tens of grams at most. With that, the match was decided. This coward just watching from behind and then raising the spoon at the end? Its like a guy who has no pride or honor! Where is there such a thing in a life and death game? Its not like Im protecting my honor and writing it on my tombstone. Fighting while arguing about honor or pride is amon story in the Empire or the Murim. Its not the dead people who are stuck in the tower. than that Why dont you mind your hair? Jinhyeok pointed at Behemoths head. Roaring! The two spheres merged into one, creating a purple sun. Horror beyond imagination. The scorching heat that irritated the skin reached the ground. No matter how much Behemoth you are, if you get hit directly by that, its hard to be safe. Hold on to doing some tricks. Or make a shield out of that great honor. Jinhyuk lightly waved his palm from side to side. at the same time. [Due to the ability to eat growth, Abyssal Sun is activated on the loser!] Just like a meteor. From above below. A huge sun fell. Trying to stop it is pointless. In the first ce, except for those rted to gluttony, all abilities were blocked. Due to the nature of the target being fixed, avoiding it was also not easy. The distance narrowed in the blink of an eye. Ughhhhhhhh! Wow! The purple orb crushed Behemoths body in one blow. ? ? ? Pachijik! Chichik! Sparks rising from the whole body. The smell of burning wafted through. Uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu00000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 . Hey, its amazing in many ways that youre still alive after being hit by that. So is the Kraken. Do you really think the ancient species is strong? Jinhyeok looked at Behemoth and eximed. Cool! Wow! Damn just get it done quickly. Dont be condescending If you give me time to recover, this opportunity wonte again. Well, thats not even true. If you kill Behemoth here, you will get a huge amount of experience and rewards. In particr, it had one of the best attack power and special skills among the ck greatswords that Behemoth possesses. The value wont be much different from hunting one of the demon lords. but. The benefit is greater if I keep him alive. Jinhyeok had no intention of letting Behemoth go sofortably. [Copying conditions have been met.] [Seeded in copying the unique ability Eating Growth.] [Eating Growth (Passive)] Difficulty to obtain: Unmeasurable Description: When eating anything with Behemoths unique ability Every time it is returned to the source of power, it grows infinitely. [Copied abilities are stored in Memory of the World.] Of course, just copying a unique ability was a great achievement, but I cant give up the opportunity to copy it again after 90 days. Especially the skill Storms Step. If a skill that can cause a storm just by walking is fused with the realm of wind, it will be able to create a much greater synergy than the current Behemoth is using. furthermore. If you find the wind rted ability in the upperyer, then you can fuse one of the skills that can deal with the 50th floor. As soon as he thought about acquiring new skills, Jinhyeoks heart started beating happily. Of course, why dont you put an end to it? From Behemoths point of view, Jinhyeok smirking at the empty space cannot help but understand. If you intend to scorn me No. Jinhyuk shook his head. Its not like that. No matter how much we fought, how could the ancient species look ridiculous? Moreover, if the target is one of the ancient species that governs Apocalypse. The weight can never be light. so that. Jinhyeok stretched out his hand toward the Behemoth. To seize the opportunity to win a new ve. Dont lean on a guy like Guntafer who lets hisrades die from the limb. Come join us. Then Ill let you see the end of the tower, where theres no ce to climb, not this dull ce. If its the end of the tower is it really the top? I heard the scenery there is pretty good. A strange look passed through Behemoths eyes. No one has dared to speak of the top of the tower, though he has lived through countless years . All they could do was to be satisfied with the level they belonged to, or to be a little more greedy than that. It had to be. It was because the beings enduring on the 50th floor were so absurd. primeval beings. Beyond recognition, they simply reigned above and contemted everything. Without allowing anyone to exist in their home. however. Did you mention that you are going there? If someone else said it I would have thought it was bullshit. I dont even think of such reckless thoughts. but. Why? Behemoth did not sound empty as Jinhyeok said. Its not simply because of strong magical power or high fighting ability Its a uniqueposure. okay. If I had to express it, I felt an overwhelmingposure that only those who have been through everything can exude. But you know what? I cannot go to you because I am bound by a contract of subordination to Guntafer. If you disobey, you will just die. There can be no betrayal. Dont worry about that either. There is a way to break your contract. By what means? Do you know what kind of contract this is Its a chain of destruction. contract you made. The red snake-shaped tattoo on her shoulder is like that shackle. To destroy it, a third party unrted to the contract must intervene. Well, the intervention were talking about here is taking out Guntafers heart before he dies. At Jinhyeoks words, Behemoth became dumb after eating honey. At this point, he was stunned and put on an expression that he had nothing to say. what are you really doing? Im just an ordinary yer. Climber climbing the tower. It was like that in the past too. as it is now That fact wont change. Jinhyeok reached out his hand once more towards the Behemoth. Ourpany does not discriminate or prejudice against non-humans. If it is an ancient species, it is even more wee. Right guys? As if asking for consent, Jinhyeok looked at the various types of pets next to him. Mo Mogiyi Sweet Potato shook his head quietly. Do note. Before that, hell Miyooo! Stay! Whoops. Having a new ve isnt bad either. Remember to be smart. This is more than any other ce youve been through Everyone expressed their thoughts without filtering. of course. porridge. Is. all. After seeing the shape of Jinhyeoks mouth, everyone nodded vigorously. Wow we are so so happy! Mo mosquito! Mosquito Mosquito! Miyo! Miyorororon! I think joining thispany is the greatest achievement of Blue Dragons life. Cold sweat dripping down. An awkward smile on the lips. to a trembling voice. Anyone could see that it was a threat, but no one raised an objection. Anyway, it seems I dont have a choice. Like you said, the atmosphere seems good. Humans followed by ancient species or spirit beasts cant be bad. Then, is it okay to say that a new contract has been signed? okay. I cant help until the chain is gone, but at least I wont interfere with your work. Behemoth nodded. like that. [The stigma of yeomhon is activated!] A new ancient species has joined. Okay next Jinhyeok activated his personal status window. Tring! Name: Kang Jin- hyeok Gender: Male Level: 169 Strength 109 Agility 121 Stamina 73 Magical Power 429 Gap 100 Luck 10 Adaptive 78 Spirit 125.89 Possessed Stat Points: 12 Possessed Coin: 16535780 upation: Ruler of Runes Unique Lance: Ring of Reverse Heaven Phase 2 8 Swamp Unique Abilities: Fusion Grave of Swords Blessing of the Stars Judgment of Anubis Blood Magic (Ѫħ), Mand (_), 1 second invincibility, Thousand Poison, White Beast, Sharing All Worlds, Sanctuary of the Sun, ck Heaven Demon King Heavenly Demon) Triple Magic Colossus Strike Fire Dragons Breath High-Speed Sword Tombgraves Right Arm Berserker Wind Realm Shadow yer me of the Beginning Blood Explosion ck Tears Tombgraves Bridge Supernatural God The Core of the Legion Ancient Barrier Heavenly Demon Mement La Taming, Nihilism, Extinction, Red Earth Riding, Machine Lord, Geukjin Taekwondo, Dream Demons Oath, Ocean Currents Will, Apostates Golden Apple Eat growth (zʳL) skill: There are too many contents of the skill, so it is converted to a folding state. This time, there are 4 levels in total. The stat to raise is stamina. To continue the battle in the future, it was necessary to bnce the stats. [HP increased from 73 to 85.] Parts! Its neat. I could feel my breathing getting lighter and my body energized. In addition, when I checked the newly acquired abilities, my heart was reassured. ? ? ? North of the citadel. This is also the east side where the powerful angels are pouring intensive fire. It was also far from the south and center, where Jinhyeok was rampaging. and. In the inner hall, the high-ranking demons were in the middle of injecting magic into the magic circle. Hurry up. There is no time. yes. Almost ready. Now, if only this part is activated Ugh! A red color appeared on the rune words engraved on the floor. The long-distance space movement magic by powerful ck magic is about to be aplished. Soon after, several groups of demons appeared with a dazzling light. They were Fellod and his blood rtives under themand of Guntaper. Are you here? Fellod. What is the situation? Felrod, who was holding a long spear, took off the fur coat he was wearing. I was a little surprised, but nothing will happen. The east side, which is being attacked by the angels, is also being dragged into a long-term battle. Enemies infiltrated in the center, Behemoth stepped out directly. No matter how much you fly and crawl, you wont be good enough for that monster. Among the ancient species, the ancient species in charge of Apocalypse are certainly reliable. The Kraken that turned the demon world into a mess was also extremely difficult. However, Felrod listened to all the reports with one ear and passed them on. The overall situation and strategy can only be determined by direct observation. Still, thanks to the saji, things will be solved easily. I especially liked the fact that it could be caught off guard. If the highest-ranking blood rtives intervene in a tense situation, the bnce will copse at once. however. that buck Someone appeared in front of the magic circle. blue hair. White magic shimmered from the two short spears. I cant even step out of here. I have been ordered to bring them all down. An emotionless voice rang out. Chapter 468 Chapter 468. Doll weapon Homunculus (2) What kind of guy is that! How did we get here What the hell were the guards doing outside! The demons around them made their gships in unison. A sanctuary that is considered one of the most secretive within the fort. This was a space only allowed for Guntafer and his henchmen. But to dig into the heart of it? It would be impossible without inside information. You Felrods eyes narrowed. One of the powers of the deceased person corporation I was watching. It is the Homunculus stolen from the auction house of the gods. Call me Frey. huh. Is it Frey? Felrod asked intriguedly. Its the first time Ive heard that a homunculus has a name. He built it. My Name. Its a name for a doll He Kang Jin-hyeok does all kinds of weird things. Rather, how did you know? Theres no way Beriels helper is in this stronghold, right? There is no reason I have to tell you that. I only have to do what I am ordered to do. Swoop. Two pikes pointed forward. You can slowly check what kind of prank you were ying. capture alive With only the mouth open. yes. At Felrods words, a demon stepped out. Sreung! The long sword on his back was pulled out. at the same time. Took! The new type of demon has disappeared. The sound of cutting the wind was faster than that. but. Quaang! A sh from behind was blocked by two short spears and shattered. The rising me and the blue eyes seen beyond it. [Fray starts his unique skill, Doll y!] Overwhelming magical power. The light that seemed to be sucked in swallowed up the space. Whoa! omg! The demons, who were confidently stepping out, breathed in vain. It was because the energy radiating from Freys body was so intense. Dangerous. In an instant, twist your body to avoid the daggering from the side. There was a wind hole in the cloak, but instead the body was unharmed. About 1 second to be exact. where? I cant see my opponent in front of me To be precise, it evaporated on the spot, leaving only one window. Before the question even goes away Fuuk! A second javelin shot like lightning and pierced the heart. Frey, who hadpletely caught up behind him, was still standing with an expressionless face. What speed Kuunghe said. The demons body fell to the side. It was a very futile end for a high-ranking demon who had gone through all the battles before and after. Such a cheeky wooden doll! I will kill you! Strike! The rest of the demons rushed in unison. It is a simultaneous attack from the front and from the left and right. The skill of aiming at a blind spot as if measured with a ruler was like watching skilled assassins. However, the moment the three demons entered the gap of Frey. Whoops! The same light as before flickered. Something just Strange. The feeling that the sense of time is distorted. Frey disappeared from everyones sight again. It feels like facing a ghost. to the end of that Pupper puck! The breathing of the attacking demons stopped. ? ? ? Four demons died before a minute passed. The smile on Felrods face alsopletely disappeared. That ability I didnt know exactly what doll y was. It was only after seeing the demons suffered a while ago that I finally got a feel for it. Was it meddling with the subjects sensory abilities? Making other peoples time pass by deliberately and quickly. A power that causes the casters time to pass rtively slowly. Or vice versa, the power to further confuse the target. The actual gap was less than a second, but the effect of that subtle sense of incongruity on the actual battle was beyond imagination. Because of this, everyone is bound to be fooled. If I hadnt recognized it in advance, I might have been victimized too. To that extent, Freys ability was intimidating. but. There are many ways to deal with it unless you know what kind of ability it is. [Pelrod activates his unique Holy Spear, Matan Lancer!] As Guntapers confidant, he is the strongman of the tower corresponding to the Hero level. Excluding the demon king ss, a unique holy spear that only a few could use was manifested. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Enormous magic surged to the point that the entire northern fortress shook. The zing ck me soon took the form of a horse. Felrod, who was on top of it, swung a spear over 3M. Roaring! ck me spread along the red spear de. The air-eating spear soon turned into a single bullet. Goes. without any propent. Fain! The spear traveled a straight trajectory. A ray of light shed. fast. !! Red blood flowed down Freys cheek. His avoidance is thanks to his reflexes relying on his animal senses. It was definitely not a matter of seeing it with my own eyes and reacting to it. Still, the blood is red. I thought it mighte out of sap just because its a doll. Felrod ran his finger through the blood on the tip of the spear. Doesnt my ability work? Its a pity, but Ive had a few experiences dealing with people with abilities that act on the senses. It didnt even use two-way control like you, but it was a few steps above in terms of ability utilization. It is true that the homunculus is the strongestbat weapon that can change the game of tower war. However, in a state where there is still ack of practical experience or growth that has not yet matured properly, its name will fade. Ill tell you how to use a spear yourself. Hi-ying! Do-do-do-do. Felrod drove the horse. The dark horse began to run clockwise with Frey as its axis, gradually increasing its speed. A ray of red light flies through them. Kwaaang! Kuh. A stream of blood spurted down Freys shoulder. I didnt respond properly this time either. Furthermore, Felrods attack became even sharper, inflicting greater damage than before. Doo doo doo. The horses speed went up one notch. The new model of the dark horse melted into the wind, leaving behind a ck remnant. hooked! Fuck! The blood is getting stronger and stronger. The body, already full of scars, deteriorated more over time. Bleeding profusely. The probability of winning is 0.02%. huh. Frey muttered, keeping only the vitals. At this rate all functions will stop within a few sums. No matter how much I have a body specialized inbat, I wouldnt be able to withstand it if a lethal amount of blood was shed. But just then C Fellod. A familiar voice rang out. The owner of this fort was Guntafer. Felrod stopped swinging his spear. yes. Lord. -That guy is such a wasteful toy to break. Meeting the stupid master is the only sin. A weapon that has been of interest since the Auction House of the Gods. Moreover, Frey, the alpha type of the Homunculus, was a treasure that would nevere again. If possible I would be honest with what I want to get my hands on. I understand. Perod immediately nodded. Good luck doll. My lord likes it, so Ill give you a special chance. Throw away those stupid humans who will be in here ande under us. If you do that, I will guarantee your life. You mean to surrender? Isnt that a bad story for you too? If you serve your master, you will be attracted to a much stronger and greater being. Yes. Again, this is mercy. Giving the loser who caught the rotten rope a chance to pick the rope once again. but. I will refuse. Frey shook his head without hesitation. That is an irrational answer. Isnt being the owner anyway a substitute that can be reced at any time? Oh, if its because of the order he gave, then Ill take care of that part. Parts! Huge crystals began to appear in the empty space. The Demon King is sealed. A sealing stone that possesses absurd magical powers by itself. If mana is injected here, an explosion that is difficult to measure will ur. The guy dies anyway. If he dies, theres no reason for you to stick with him. Well, in the first ce, Kang Jin-hyeok must have picked it up to use you properly, so there is no need to feel guilty. Know. It is a weapon whose existence is meaningful only for the sake of battle. It is an emotionless machine that lives and dies onmand. If the owner dies, all you have to do is follow the new owner after that, and that is a reasonable conclusion as Pellod said. But why the hell. I didnt want to betray. The only being given a name. A being who always makes everyone around himugh and follow him. If I could make a smile, would it feel like that I thought about that for a while. so that. I will refuse. No matter how many times you ask, the answer is fixed. Thats stupid. After all, is a doll supposed to be a doll? Well, its good. As long as your life is attached, the rest of it can be a little damaged. Take your time and teach me slowly. Felrods voice grew cold. at the same time. Kwadeuk! Thencer fired magic bullets. A speed that cannot bepared to before. Freys left arm was cut off and blown away. Fu-wook! A hole the size of a fist appeared on his thigh. staggering My body lost my bnce and slumped. [Vital function decreased by 55%.] [Escape.] Instinct warned me. For the one and only absolute chain ofmand to preserve the masters orders and ones own life. But if you run away from here, Jinhyeok will die because of that sealing stone. Running away I cant. That is stupid. Right away. Wooduk! A dull sound flowed from the ribs hit by the spear. Frey swung his spear into the air. Of course, nothing got in the way. [77% reduction in biological function] [Escape.] [If the biological function drops below 90%, you will not be able to escape.] Run away. And live. The voice that continued to cling to my head screamed. If you run back even now. There was still a possibility of survival if one of the characteristics of doll y was to jump a long distance using the magical string. but. It cant be. no i didnt want to do that. Even if I die here. Even if you disobey orders and neglect survival, one of the homunculus absolute principles. I will never back down. If so Woooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooh Gather the mana you need to escape. With his own will, he chose to fight, abandoning all chances of survival. White threads supported her arms and legs, building her body to deliver a single blow. [Fray is ying with dolls C of string.] But. Pupper puck! Ah. As ifughing at all that effort, the threads were weakly cut and fell to the floor. No matter how hard they struggled, it was impossible to fill the overwhelming power gap. First of all, I will teach you to understand the subject, doll. Felrod looked at a bug struggling on the floor. Felrod, who was on the horse, raised his spear high. Now, if you pierce the torso with this, you canpletely silence the opponent. Tring! It was then that the strange thing happened. A blue status window appeared in front of everyone. What is this? [The homunculus prioritized each objects will over orders.] Only by their own choice. Because he felt emotions that no other homunculus had. [The seal is unlocked.] Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! The white strings that had been cut slowly rose up into the air. Magic power forms a brother. Numerous threads began to transform into homunculi. blue hair. blue eyes. and. Eleven fighters with spears far exceeding their own height. My name is not a doll. [The unique vocal chant Immortal Puppeteer is activated!] Im Frey. Chapter 469 Chapter 469. Puppet weapon Homunculus (3) Immortal Puppeteer. The ability to sweep the battlefield by freelymanding numerous alter egos. Since each clones ability can also be realized up to 70% of the main body, if you pick the most powerful power that a homunculus can have, this will definitelye out first. What the hell is this ridiculous uniqueness window? Felrod nkly looked at the dolls encroaching on his surroundings. The number of dolls was also a number, but the magic power each individual possessed was also absurd. How can you maintain this much power alone without any other medium? Ive never heard of anything like this. a strategic weapon that can change the game of the tower. Wasnt that just an overstatement? Either way, being here is dangerous. A worn-out instinct sent a warning like that. I have to get out of here. No matter how powerful an ability is, its duration wontst forever. Right now, running away and wasting time is the priority. Quaang! There were many thoughts, but decisions were made quickly. The dark horse instantly widened the distance and stepped back. but. Kirik-! The eyes of the puppets all turned to the direction Felrod had fled. at the same time. Boooooong! The long spears of the puppets in the lead pierced the air. A spear that flew in a parabolic arc. Five spears shot through the clouds and immediately fell to the ground. Damn it. Fellow changed course several times while running. However, Chang followed as if he had expected the number of all those cases. I cant quite shake this off. Pupper puck! Ah! Hi-ying! Along with the ck horse, Felrods body turned into a beehive. The wound began to heal immediately, but a terrible pang of pain prated his brain. rattle! trembling hands and feet. What did you y with the window? His body, which had already been worn out in the demon realm, did not think much of the pain, but this was on a different level from what he had felt before. Its like hellfire licking every nook and cranny of your veins with different temperatures. Among the senses at the moment of being stabbed by the spear, pain was the most activated. It will hurt 10 times more than usual. The next window will be twice as painful. Frey calmly added an exnation. If you want to gofortably, its simple. stop running away Then Ill try to finish it quickly. And the calmness that seemed certain of victory made Felrod even more angry. This damn doll will kill you! [Pelrod activates Magical Lancer C Roiling Serpent!] The spear wrapped itself in the shape of a snake. Let the curve that drew the spiral break through the critical point Pang! A sh with an unpredictable trajectory was directed at Freys left chest. Even if you read the speed, you wont be able to respond. Perpuck! Indeed, the spear went right through the heart. Drops of blood dripped down the red spear de. Up to that point, it was an absolutely perfect move. The problem is No. 7. The damage rate is 53%. huh. The point was that the blow of conversion did not reach the main body. Eleven homunculi thoroughly escorted Frey. The remaining 10 units. Follow me. chuck. Swoop. The spinning long spear aimed at its prey. For a Fellow who has already used great skills, it is inevitable that he will escape. The situation was even more hopeless because I had originally thought of ending it with this once. Two windows elerate. hooked! Fu-wook! He was hit on his left arm and right leg. But this is just a paving stone for the next attack. I neutralized my mobility. huh. Enough for now. Cuckoo coo! The two homunculi behind them rotated the spears they were holding. [Fray activates Double Wave!] High-speed rotation using two different mana. An attack with that much magical power cannot be blocked. However, avoiding it at this distance was also impossible. death. The words passed through Pelrods mind. but. Dont you dare look down on this body this Fellod-sama! I wont take it lightly. Because I had no intention of dying in vain without achieving anything. Took! Felrod jumped off the dark horse and threw himself forward. Running in front of a spinning spear de is a reckless act. It was just a matter of making the target bigger. However, if you dont intend to live then youll get a chance to feed them a shot. [Pelrod activates Magical Lancer C Bite Snake!] urately captured Frey among the made fakes. You wont be able to escape this time even with a shield. I didnt live so lightly that I could get hit again after being hit once. die! Felrod caught the flying spear with his whole body and threw the spear. At the same time, Frey also released a spear made with double spears. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! A huge storm intersected with a thin but sharp gust of wind. ? ? ? Perk! hooked! An eerie sound of flesh ripping apart resounded. Both sides are hit. Again Knock. Red blood flowed from Felrods mouth. His heart was destroyed, and he would soon cease to breathe. but I cant go alone I guess. kuhh Its nice Fellod looked at Frey and smiled fishyly. Freys heart was also pierced by Fellods spear. however. Im sorry. You are going alone. Frey, without a single wound on her body, walked out from among the homunculus. how? Theres no way Ive made the mistake of confusing magic Clearly, he urately captured the target. Until the moment the spear was stabbed, the opponent was not an alter ego, but the main body. No way the only possibility passed through Felrods mind. Consciousness transfer is possible? A realm that transfers the consciousness of the main body and the double body, not simply using the 11th homunculus. If that was even possible, all of this was right. It was Bae Soo-jin, who was determined to die together. Even that fails. Even God is it something that can be destroyed? A copsedugh flowed from Felrods mouth. Even if I were given another chance I didnt even know where to use my hands to attack. cooong! Felrod copsed on the spot. A little bit I wonder if it helped. Yeah Frey looked at the far side of the citadel. The center of the fort where wild magical powers are in full swing. It is the only ce where there is someone who wants to be happy. ? ? ? Really sweet. Jinhyuk licked his lips while checking what he had obtained so far. It was clear thatbeling Behemoth as a married man and copying his unique ability was a great achievement. However, the sweet potato and the magic stones absorbed by the spirit beasts due to the predation confrontation just before might have been a bigger achievement than Behemoth. The potential of sweet potato is as well as other ancient species. It was even higher than Behemoth belonging to Apocalypse. [Sweet Potato] Level: 166 206 Strength: 110 130 Agility: 145 165 Stamina: 125 145 Horsepower: 205 265 Dragon Power: 140 250 Only 40 levels have risen. It far exceeded the meaning of the level itself. This is because Dragon Power, a unique stat of the Bur, was a separate field from leveling up. Fried also vomited his spirit that his level had risen to over 30 because of this incident. Next Jinhyeok activated the coin exchange. Tring! Numerous lists and items appeared in rows. Heres a list of some shopping to-dos. Jinhyeok efficiently searched for several items using the search function. [Purchased Shylocks Proposal (A) (5300000 Coins)] [Purchased Blood Jewel (A) (2500000 Coins)] [Lower Managers Worn Windows (D) (1500 Coin) X 100 copies purchased.] [Purchased Fog of Beltman Harbor C Time limit 5 minutes (C) (57500 coins)] Swept the items like a storm. Its a formidable price, but its not the time to save a penny or two. Because Ive been collecting them so far to use them when needed. The items Jinhyeok purchased were well stored in the subspace inventory. By the way, at this point, its about time toe. The moment I thought so. Kwaaang! With a roar, an angel with wings appeared where Jinhyeok was. I finally found it. Gabriel with a soft smile. Put me down. What kind of insolence is this in front of the contractor! It was Elise, struggling in her arms. And next to him was Remia, a subus humming a song. I shook it as much as I could. It wasnt too difficult because I talked to Gabriel. that. It is. Not too bad for an angel. Whoops. thats right. The interests are really aligned. The conversation was interesting too. thats a bit surprising There wouldnt be a single thing inmon. How on earth can an angel, a vampire, and a subus collide? To be honest, I thought the conversation would be very difficult. There is such a thing. Something that men dont have to know about. right! Contractors dont have to know! Shouldnt we be quicker than that? As you may not know, there is a sealing stone that sealed the Demon King somewhere in this fortress. If, by any chance, Guntafer triggered it I already know. and where it is. yes? What is that Gabriels eyes widened. Well, since he said he knew that he couldnt pinpoint the exact location even in Eden, it must be hard to believe. However, by now, Frey should have seeded in blocking the activation of the sealing stone. The remnants inside the citadel will never be able to stop the homunculus. It seems that Master and Pudk are still fighting Jinhyeoks eyes turned to one side. There, I felt two familiar magical powers running amok. Its a performance that exceeds expectations for simply trying to use it for bait. As expected, the Emperor of Heaven and the king of sweaty barbarians do not get along so easily what would this be The powerful angels brought by Gabriel are also easily engaged in a battle of attrition The overall situation has changed considerably. Even if I go into his masters room and steal all the relics and supplies, I can make Beriels attack on the territory a waste. After that, all you have to do is take your time and slowly gnaw through Guntapers key strongholds. Step by step, the stairs to the victory began to appear. chuck. Jinhyeok grabbed a pair of daggers. lets go. Its time to deliver a punch that will drive a wedge into this fight. But that was just then. above the distant sky. A single sh of light fell without a sound. [The Demon Lord of Exploitation is manifesting.] The red status window that overthrew everything flickered. Chapter 470 Episode 470. Guntaper, the devil of exploitation (1) Jeezerit . I dont know why Guntaper, who should be aiming for Beriel, came here. Although there were some variables, it was because the probability of defending the fort was much higher from their point of view. gulp. Jinhyuk swallowed dry saliva. This wasnt in my n I thought the best response would be to send trustworthy henchmen at best. It seems that I overlooked his demanding perfectionism too much. Whoops! The falling red light slowly went out. Finally, Guntafer, who was inside, appeared. I never sent out an invitation but there are loads of rats. Guntafer brushed off the dirt from his body. Like the owner of the citadel, just the arrival of Gunta Peru changed the situation of the warpletely. Oooh! The monarch hase! Drive out the stupid angels at once! The demons in the castle let out a roar. Tremendous cheers filled the inside of the fort. The Demon King ising in person How should I do this Where is Gabriel-sama now! On the other hand, a greatmotion arose among the powerful angels. No matter how battle-worn and worn-out elite soldiers were, they couldnt show their teeth in front of the demon king who seemed to slice the angels into pieces. It is only natural that morale would be broken. Damn it, Kang Jin-hyuk! Mr. Jinhyeok! Chun Yoo-seong and Teresa hurriedly raised their mana. This seems like a bit of a big deal. Sa-young, who was consigned, also had a troubled smile. As fearful as when facing the Heavenly Demon in its heyday. Because overwhelming despair and fear seeped into his bones. Its really tricky. This is why I didnt want to fight that guy in the fort. Just like mutts eat half of their territory. One of the demon kings powers is to increase all abilities in his territory. For the same reason, Beriel was also enduring with that buff, but thats it Now, in a situation where she was just about to win, she came across an unexpected reef. Besides. there was not one variable prepared by Guntaper. [Gunta Perga Lv?? I activate the Imaginary Barrier!] A barrier spread out so that it cannot be seen from the fort. at the same time. Whoa! Other lights fell from the sky. They are not demons with horns on their heads. The angels belonging to Eden who bisected the stairs with pure white wings appeared. They said that the archangels should gather together and hold a meeting to strengthen internal solidarity. Did he steal Edens troops recklessly? Is that the cause you were talking about! 12 angels including Uriel and Kizakiel. The guardians of the supreme Eden have descended here. ? ? ? Eden is divided into radicals and moderates due to Kizakiels rebellion. Heaven, which is frantic due to internal strife, is no longer a paradise of dreams. Its close to hell where each other doubts and bites each other and shouts that what they say is right. So Seraphim. In other words, the angels belonging to the angels gathered together and promised to have a conversation to resolve this dispute peacefully. It was because they could not wage a meaningless war of attrition forever. however. Gabriel, who actively suggested the proposal, disappeared. The elite power angels who were supposed to protect Eden at the forefront were all taken away. At first I didnt believe it. Who can believe the nonsense that a great seraphim has to go rescue a demon lord who is dying after being attached to a human being? Uriels voice became more intense. He managed to hold himself back, but a fury that seemed to burst inside him was wriggling. But when I saw it myself, I knew it for sure. Whoops! An ignorant mace appeared in Uriels right hand. In the other hand, a triangr-shaped shield appeared that was simrly unusual. Did you betray Eden because of just one human being, Gabriel! Answer me! Dont you ask if the pride of an angel built up from the beginning is light enough! Cuckoo Cuckoo! A tremendous amount of magical power exploded. The wind pressure cracked the outer wall of the building. Thats Gabriel bit his lip. The fact that he prioritized this fight over Eden. It is also true that he deceived the angels belonging to the radical faction, including Uriel. As expected, even if you have ten mouths, you dont have anything to say Fuu! A new voice broke in. Oh sorry. Im serious, but Imughing But it has to be funny that those wordse out of your mouth. It was Jinhyeok who was scratching his head. Uriels gaze turned to Jinhyeok. You are the Kang Jin-hyeok of that topic. It is said that he fooled many people with his snake-like tongue, so he really has no fear. It came out very easily. I tend to hear stories like that a lot. Jinhyuk shrugged. Uriels expression became even more threatening when he saw the human responding without losing a word in front of him. so. What do you want to say? No They say that an angel would rather be chasing a human than saving a demon king. Didnt you, too, stick together with Guntaper to confirm that fact? Its aw that there is a degree to the naeronambuldo. Its not even religious unity. It is absurd that Seraphim standing next to the demon king would say such a thing. It wasnt that we were stuck, it was just that our interests coincided temporarily. If all of you are wiped out and everything goes back to the way it was before, Eden and the Pandemonium will start the holy war again, as always. They are wrapping it up as a holy war or something, but in a word, it means that they will take this opportunity to expel all the lukewarm moderates. Guntafer, too, couldnt resist the opportunity to organize Beriel and the deceased corporation all at once. Therefore, it must have been written as a coincidence of interests. But it would be difficult to gain internal support in this way Whatever the reason, it would be difficult for Uriel to avoid criticism if it became known that he was coborating with Guntafer. Right then. The red status window blinked. [The sealing stone is activated!] [Remaining time: 0h: 29m: 59s] Mana started to be supplied to the sealing stone that Frey thought had blocked it. ? ? ? Parts! Faint lines ran throughout the citadel. I dont know what trick he did, but it was clear that he had a way to use the sealing stone in an indirect way. Jinhyeoks eyebrows curled into a reverse shape. Was it like this? You you were more trashy than I thought. Hoo. Do you know what my intentions are? Yes, you intend to build an altar made of blood. you. If all the powerful angels die here. All the responsibility for that usation will go to Gabriel. Uriel would make a justification for it by being an apostle of justice who judges it. Since the dead were speechless, Uriel, the only survivor, had no choice but to give strength to his words. If you calcted everything up to that point and made the board, this is definitely a heavy shot. Whoops. It is for a cause. Just as Abraham sacrificed Isaac and Noah carried only a few lives into the ark, sacrifices are necessary for a greater good. If you like such a noble sacrifice, you will be burned to death. If you light the wings on fire, they will get warm in no time. You keep talking sphemous things. Yes, in the first ce, I never thought that a human being would appreciate the value of such a sacrifice. Uriel gathered his mana as if he had nothing to see. Miss Gabriel. I know. Gabriel let out a small sigh. It must have been a tragedy for Seraphim to fight each other. It was no longer possible to avoid fighting. Uriel. Let me ask you onest time. If its really for Eden, its Guntaper, not me Shut up! Kwaaang! A savage punishment fell on the ce where Gabriel stood. Shattered and flying fragments. Kuk! Gabriel narrowly dodged the blow. Kizakiel! Have you called? Exalted Seraphim. I will deal with Gabriel. You will destroy all the rest. I understand. Kizakiel nodded his head at the angels who came with him. Ellis. Jinhyeok also called Alice. huh! Along with Remia, help Gabriel so he can focus on the battle. Its Uriel, Gabriel alone can do it, but at least we have to stop Kizakiel from interfering. The radius of action of the existing seraphim was predicted to some extent, but Kizakiel was an exception. Because he was a guy who would give up everything in order to keep the beliefs he believed in. In fact, it was Kizakiel who turned the hearts of countless angels, including Uriel and Raphael. Can I run amok? Crunchy. Elise loosened the joints in her knuckles. It was true that Uriel was great, but Elise was also a strong yer who stood tall among the absolutes of the tower in the past. It is said that it is a monster that no one can ignore if it is supported by a proper supply of magical power. A total of 429 magical powers are currently possessed. If you supply magic power to Elise while fighting Guntaper, the time you can endure Ill support you as much as possible. I have one more requirement. Alices voice suddenly changed 180 degrees. I wonder if the unique queens force came out. Im a little anxious say it. That arent there movie theaters that are popr among humans these days? Wearing strange sses and moving chairs. I know what youre talking about. 4DX3D. Its an ordinary movie theater. Alice went to it several times, but it seemed that she was quite envious of seeing such a special movie. okay. Ill show you as soon as I get out of the tower. I also need to buy caramel popcorn, nachos, garlic hot dogs, and butter-grilled squid. Ah, the movie theater is rented out, so it has to be just the two of us. Especially that idiot saintess, blue-haired idiot doll, etc Dont forget that you cant follow the idiots! It seems like I want more and more. Is that enough? That and again. After watching the movie, the two of us had a meal together at a nice restaurant, and then we went for a drive to the Han River ho ho with a great view of the night view at the hotel! Fuck! Jinhyeok blew honey chestnuts on Alices head. Ah! Why are you beating me! Do it in moderation. If you look at it, it climbs endlessly. At this point, Gabriel will die. I will listen to anything. First of all, finish this job well. Am I really? Is that what you promised Jim? Dont say two words with one mouth. Hehe, I will show you the power of the great head of Ataraxia from now on! Elise generously released the magical energy that entered her body. Red blood streams gathered over her shoulder, and Elises armaments were equipped. like that. Cuckoo Cuckoo! The battle has begun. Chapter 471 Episode 471. The demon king of exploitation, Guntaper (2) The beginning of a full-scale battle has risen. Guntaper stood in front of Jinhyeok. holding a strangely shaped sword. Before we begin, let me ask you one thing. Behemoth How did you get through? Even if you won, you wouldnt be able to walk around like that. One of the ancient species that governs Apocalypse. Its surprising that one yer survived, but its strange that there are no injuries. Is this really a question? Behemoths betrayal must not be known. Because the contract with Guntaper was still going on. There was a surprisingly easy strategy. It was impossible to even stop breathing, but it wasnt difficult to get a good nights sleep. You said you had fun? A look of doubt deepened on Gunthafers face. If it is possible to put the ancient species to sleep Did you receive something from the gods of Ragnarok? Exactly. The god Loki has put together a lot of pretty interesting stuff. Something like Akarus root In fact, I didnt know if Loki had that root or not, but that didnt matter. Its important to know the existence of the finest ingredients with powerful sleeping properties. Right. It was quite difficult to recruit, but it was nothing but a useless burden. Caang! Guntapers sword touched the ground. I already know what that is. Sword of Cabaldo. As one of the holy relics received from the devil, it boasts the strongest attack power in the demon realm. It is said that it is extremely difficult to deal with. But at the same time If you can kill it, it means that there is no item as mouth-watering as that one. Jinhyeok activated Eye of Gluttony. Demon King of the Demon Realm. To copy that ability too. Tring! A status window appeared immediately. [Personal Information] Name: Guntaper Level: ??? Inherent Ability: Hand of Servant Inherent Spear: Trade of Deep Desire Skill: Beasts Egg Lv?? ck Wing Lv?? Demon Gods Blessing Lv?? Charisma (Passive) Lv?? Ancient ck Magic Lv?? Cursed Armor Lv??. Detailed information: As one of the 10 Demon Lords of the Demon Realm, he is resourceful and has very strong desires. With a very cold and cold personality, even the most cherished subordinates are ruthlessly expelled. Of course, because of that, he was the fastest among the demon lords to gain the favor of the demon god. Copy Conditions: 1. Guntafer is currently dealing with all sorts of powers that can do great damage to the Pandemonium for his own purposes. Even if there is a risk that the Pandemonium itself may copse due to the aftermath. Expose his n. 2. Guntafers unique sacred chant, Deal of Deep Desire, is one of the best spirit-type abilities in the upper sses. Rescue one of your most trusted allies who epted the deal. If both conditions are met, you will be able to copy one of Guntapers unique holy spear, unique abilities, and skills. As expected. As one of the top powerhouses in the tower, the conditions for copying abilities were also difficult. The [deal of deep desire] is a type of contract made with Behemoth and Uriel. It was close to impossible to get out of the trick because it was to bring out the deepest desire and skillfully sign a contract. Looking at the fact that even the archangel was baked and boiled. In modern terms, it means that he speaks as well as a national insurance king or a member of the 7th ss of the National Assembly. However, such difficulties rather stimted Jinhyeoks desire for a challenge. The first condition was also a condition that was being prepared to give Guntaper a shot, even if it wasnt because of copying. More than anything. If the second condition is designed well, it may even be possible to obtain additional rewards. Jinhyeok nced at Chun Yuseong next to him. Its because its covered by me. That guy is also growing like crazy. Of course, he doesnt say that hepleted the 2nd job change, but there must be several deities who support him. Because talented yers are always wee. And such rapid growth and strong support of course, provide the nutrients for yers to open their own holy spear. The eyes of gluttony shone once again. [Personal Info] Name: Cheonyuseong Level: 122 Unique Ability: Song of Swords upation: Swordsman Skills: Death of Souls Lv20 Eye of the Sage Lv17 Ilgito Lv16 Strengthening for Self-Defense Lv16 Battlefield Selection Lv16 Death of Souls Lv19 Block Barrier Lv15 Patience Lv15 Perseverance Lv15. Details: Chun Yu-seong is currently waiting for the right time to fulfill the unique Holy Lances requirements. In order to learn the unique Holy Lance, you must go beyond the level you can reach as a training and ovee the limit by acquiring at least SSS-level skills. Copy conditions: Erase the indelible debt to Chun Yu-seong. The debt we are talking about here should be something powerful enough that you cant even make a sound if you take out this work, not just a level of gratitude. Its worth a try. A golden opportunity to make Chun Yu-seong get the unique holy spear, then copy it and get Guntafers ability as well. In the process, someone will be used and someone will be able to use dark history. thats not what i know The most important thing was to copy the ability that others had achieved by changing their lives to the bone. The corners of Jinhyeoks lips were stretched out. And that figure You dare to rx in front of me. provoked Guntafer very well. Awesome! sound was heard first. The sword moved after about 0.1 seconds. The moment when cognition and reality are twisted. A sword strike that cut through the air grazed the nape of Jinhyeoks neck. [Critical!] [Bleeding increases by 400%!] [Hemostasis is stopped for 5 minutes.] Push! A stream of blood gushed out. Even though I brushed past it, red status windows popped out one after another. A cold pain felt after a long time. Anyway, the system came with a useless good thing Jinhyeok clicked his tongue and opened the distance. Seeing that it couldnt be reproduced even through Mand, I thought that I should never get a direct hit. Took. Guntafer moved again. By extending your right foot forward, you add stability and weight to your sword grip. The process required for preparation is only a second or so. But what followed was a sh like a storm. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwaa! Cabaldos sword crossed the fort. ? ? ? Who can say swinged a sword after seeing that? Very clean ck marks. The sh made with the ink-colored aura de stopped only after reaching the edge of the castle. Truly, it is an offensive power that has no choice but toe out with goosebumps. You have bothered me too much. I can assure you, in all my life, I have never been so annoyed. Even Beriel, whom I wanted to tear to death so much. in thick smoke. Gunthafer began to close the distance. that buck one step. With that, the angle and distance at which an attack cane haspletely changed. that buck After taking two steps, downy hairs stood up all over her body. Jinhyuk calmed his rapidly beating heart. Its not easy to fight the demon lord at this point. How much is it? How does it feel to be so thrilled and your cells are waking up? The sense of urgency and pressure that a single mistake directly leads to life made me feel the feeling of being alive more faithfully than anything else. Jinhyuk slowly opened his mouth. Please listen carefully to me from now on. Cheon Yoo-seong Teresa and Chuhon Sa-young. Each of the three has things to do. Tell me. If it were you, would you have a secret n in your head? sure! Its not anyone else, its Jinhyeok! There must be a trick! Whoops, Gongja Kang is very reassuring in the current situation. tell me What can we do? First, Sayoung Chu, find Master and Pudk and stop the demons around here. I found a weak barrier on the far left, so you can go there. With the appearance of Guntaper, the surrounding demons are gathering. I havent been able toe in here yet because of the barrier, but thats it, if Guntaper puts his mind to it, hell disappear right away. In order not to be surrounded, you need a small raiding party to create a retreat. With those idiots together? Whoa. It will be a bit difficult, but given the circumstances, I will try my best. Sayoung Chu nodded her head. Okay, so next Teresa, please support me. Rear support you mean? yes. No matter how strong he is, since his holy power will be the power of opposites, it should be possible to buy time to respond. Please leave it to me. Theresa also took up her sword and shield again. Lastly, Chun Yoo-seong Lets get along with me like before. do you remember When we fought Antrad? Memories of sharing the joys and sorrows in the fortress of giants. The moment hase to recreate what happened then. Come to think of it. My heart is touched all over again. There must have been various memories with this stubborn single-minded individual. It was a time when Jinhyeok was smiling warmly while brooding over the past. Yes, of course I remember. How can I forget the humiliation that you ate and sshed all over me even forpensation for injuring my leg? Hey, if you distort those good memories like that Its probably a nightmare, not a memory. Distortion is what you are doing right now. Chun Youseong fiddled with the hilt of the sword. gulp. If the situation hadnt been like this, it would havee flying to my neck right away. More than that Ill have to blow the back of my head a littleter, but Im already worried. But Ill give you a sweet reward for the back of my head, so youll watch it, right? Maybe youll see. Maybe Ah anyway! Lets fight well together like back then. Damn, I feel like something, but I cant help it. If you betray me again, I will kill you first rather than that demon king. Yes. How much do I think of myrades Betrayal. Great. Anyway, I mean [Cheon Yoo-seong activates his unique ability, Sword Song!] Ugh! Along with the bright light, a pure white aura stood on the tip of the sword. It is so beautiful that it hurts the eyes. Chun Yoo-seong, who has already reached the level of sword-body unity, was able to bring out the best abilities in any situation. And next to him, Jinhyeok stood side by side. Shoulder to shoulder and look forward. Parts! When the Gomb of the Sword was activated, a ck light appeared in contrast to Cheon Yu-seong. white and ck. Rivers of different colors lighted the way. There Only trust me behind. [Teresa activates her unique ability Blessing of the Stars!] A dazzling cluster of stars enveloped the three of them. A warm and soft touch. Holy power was added to healing, regeneration, and all attacks and defenses. Is this a team y? Jinhyeok made an expression full of emotion. okay. When I fought Guntaper in the past, there was no one by my side. Colleagues who will encourage you and shed blood and sweat together. Without friends to share strength. I fought a bloody battle with that monster alone. Memories of being beaten and beaten for three days and nights without sleeping or eating came back to me. And the thing I regret the most at that time was there was no bait to buy time and draw aggro. There are 3 targets, so the chance is 3 times. hey Thats why you and I seem to form a raid. Because I was able to lower the risk much more than hunting alone. of course. To think that the three bugs gathered together made them look like they were in high spirits Dont worry. One by one. I will kill you very slowly and in pain. For Guntafer, all of that must seem insignificant. [Guntafer activates his unique ability, Submissive Grip!] At that moment, I felt as if I was losing control of my whole body. Chapter 472 Episode 472. Guntaper, the devil of exploitation (3) The grip of submission. It is the ability to freely manipte manpower and repulsion. A huge grip that lightly ignored thews of physics pulled Jinhyeok and Chun Yoosung at once. Boooooong! The body soared into the air and headed toward Guntaper. Wee. Guntafer grabbed the Sword of Cabdo. What such a fraudulent ability is there no damn way? calm down. Its just that the movement has be a bit unnatural. You just have to get the timing right. Thats easy to say! Chun Yoo-seong wrote evil. His body was about 1m off the ground and he was being sucked up at high speed, and in the midst of that, it was close to an acrobatics to swing his sword properly. Look Carefully. You do it like this. Match the swords trajectory if you push the slope of the sword. Wow! When the swords collided with each other, the body bent like a warrior. It absorbed the shock as much as possible, so no bones were injured. Of course, it was not possible for everyone to hit the perfect timing like Keuuu . A heavy moan escaped from Yuseongs mouth. A trembling right arm. It wasnt that he was incapable of fighting, but it was like having the worst start ever. Still, both of them dont die in one shot. yes it should You made me so annoyed, do I have to end it like this in vain? Guntafer swung his sword again. at the top right. towards the waist. Yoosung! Know! Kakakakakang! Two funeral sword dances unfolded. A beautiful trajectory made up of lines peeled off Guntapers sword. I knew it. Although his abilities and temperament are out of standard, Guntapers swordsmanship itself is not perfect. Compared to the masters of Murim who have fought countless times so far It should be possible to read this level of swordsmanship. Kaaang! Guntapers sword ricocheted over his head. Chun Yoo-seong, who spun counterclockwise,pleted the ceremony. at the same time. Jinhyeok, who kicked off the ground and grabbed the top of Guntaper, also implemented the ceremony of the soul-death sword. Death spirit sword dance, ceremony 11 (ʮһ) Two swords are united. It is less powerful than the previous one used against Antrad. However, the speed at which each sword dance has a form and the form results in a ceremony. far surpassed that time. The ck light shed. Two swords rushed towards Guntapers vitals from different directions. ? ? ? Two fast-moving swords. Timing, speed and power. There was nothingcking to achieve the purpose of killing any of them. Even as Guntaper, he didnt even have the swordsmanship to block the rise. There was only one problem [Guntafer activates his unique ability Submissive Grip!] Guntafer had the ability to make up for all of that. What follows behind the powerful attraction is the repulsive force that pushes everything away. Just before the sword reached the vital point, it cut through the air. however. Fit! A very thin drop of blood appeared on Guntapers forehead, who thought he hadpletely dodged it. Chun Yoo-seong couldnt even touch it, but Jin-hyeoks Hong-ryeon swung at him, and he managed to scan his skin. Guntafer stole a drop of blood from his forehead. Hoo. The thing I just did is thats right. Do you have the ability to neutralize my abilities? It had been a long time since he had been hurt, but the feeling of interest seemed stronger than anger. With nihilism, the limit is to create a few variables. However, it has been confirmed that it can confuse the opponents usual interval, so it seems to have achieved some extent. There was still a lot left to try. Parts! At the end of Barnards de, a sphere made of cial molding appeared. The tip of Hongryeon was oveid with a de made of primitive me. In addition, the skills obtained by stealing Guntapers carriage were activated one after another. Make it as crazy as possible. Dont hit me from behind. At close range, Cheon Yoo-seonges out, and at medium range, she pours magic. Finally, Teresa takes a long-distance support method. [Teresa activates Lv19 Holy Sign!] A golden cross fell from the sky. Theresa announced the start. Wow! As the huge divine power swallowed the demon king whole, white sparks flew in all directions. Now! fault! Chun Yoo-seong sprinted forward again. The distance narrowed at once. Of course, Guntaper took away the distance of Cheonyuseong using the Hand of Subjugation. The sword does not reach easily. Rather, Chun Yoo-seongs Ryuhwa screamed due to the sword of Cabdo wielded by Guntaper. Kuk! Even with the same relic, there is a difference in ss. If the impact is not dispersed, no matter how relic it is, it cannot withstand it. It wont break, but it means that all abilities can be temporarily lost. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! It was then that the colorful magic exploded. Jinhyeok poured all the magic he had prepared and joined the battle. mes reminiscent of carpet bombing sprang up. A cloud of ck smoke rose. Its dirty fireworks. Before the smoke could clear, a familiar voice rang out. An ink-colored sphere thatpletely covered Guntapers body. As ifughing at all the attacks he had done so far, there was not a single wound on Guntafers body. As a demon king well-versed in ck magic, it was not easy to even scratch the shield with moderate magic. What else is left um? Guntafer, who was talking, hesitated. Chun Yoo-sung and Teresa are in sight. However, the most annoying Jinhyeok was nowhere to be seen. I know. That it cant be killed at this level. The ce where the voice was heard was inside the sphere. Its so hot that its even breathable. No matter how powerful the shield is, it will be useless for a surprise attack inside it. Shadow Murder. Jinhyeok, who caught up with the transfer through the shadows, stabbed the daggers in both hands. Kaaang! Kavdos sword did not allow that moment. so. Is this all? No way. Two daggers were blocked, but the skill through fusion remained. [Skill Air st (C) and skill Small Fire (D). The unique ability The me of the Beginning is fused!] [Sessfully fused the skill Hammer of the me Golem!] [Hammer of the me Golem] Difficulty to obtain: S Description: In theva field on the 36th floor of the Tower of Trials Summons the hammer of the resident golem. This skill specializes in breaking shields and armor, dealing 500% additional fire damage. [The fused skill is stored in the Memory of the World!] Glow! A huge hammer engulfed in mes appeared over his shoulder. Like the hammer wielded by the me golems of the upper echelons, its size and intimidation overwhelmed everything. And its good to say that its almost simultaneous. ck Tears was applied to the tip of a spear made of cial Molding. thump! thump! Since Elise was rampaging, it was a multiple chant in a state where magic consumption was extreme. It looked like his blood vessels would sizzle and burn, but Jinhyeok didnt even raise an eyebrow. Goes. From above below. The hammer was hammered down. Countless ice spears also turned Guntafer into a hedgehog. Kii-ying! But this time, what I heard was not a cool blow sound. A cacophony that irritates the eardrum. Arms blocked by invisible walls were broken in vain. Even at such a short distance to be able to instantaneously generate this much repulsion. Didnt I tell you? Its no use stabbing with a knife at close range, fooling around with magic, or using unpleasant divine powers. Cuckoo Cuckoo! The ground cracked like a tortoises shell, and stones slowly rose to the surface. Let me repay you for the previous attack. You look pretty tired, so why dont you take it somewhere? Shards reinforced with magic flew towards Jinhyeok, who was thrown out of the shield. Each one is powerful, but the problem is the numbers. Since the ground waspletely overturned, the number of fragments could not be counted with the naked eye. Right then. [Teresa activates her 2nd Awakening Call of the Stars!] Ill cover you! vision flickered. In my field of vision where everything is ckened. Countless meteors fell from the sky. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! The stones strengthened by ck magic collided with the stars and were all shattered. The fragments that were missed ended up being cut away by Chun Yu-seong. ? ? ? Patter. Shattered and falling fragments. In the end, nothing worked. Thatbination is quite annoying. Guntafer frowned at the ongoing battle. Obviously, each persons fighting ability was notparable to himself, but the fact that he couldnt finish it still bothered him. Even if we continue to fight attrition like this, we can win. Its the end of magic, because I couldnt evenpare it. It would be ridiculous to even talk about the number and quality of troops. But there are a few variables. First, an ancient species sweet potato. There are so many things called ancient species whose origins are unknown, so you shouldnt be vignt. It could have turned into an outrageous monster. Besides, the archangel Gabriel and the true ancestor Ellis couldnt be bothered at all. The thing I need to be most careful with is Beriel. For now, since hes locked up in the manor, he wont be able toe out recklessly. If youre away for too long, you might notice that youre not there. No matter how much his wings were broken and he lost his base of support, he did not gain the title of demon king for free. If thats the case I could use a more efficient method. Guntafer quietly gathered his mana. A skill that has already proven its worth in countless situations. [Unique voicence deal of deep desire is activated!] Parts Colorless and odorless gloomy smoke flowed into Teresa and Cheon Yoo-seong. It is the power to stimte the deep desire inherent in an object that no one can notice. just one person. I finally wrote it. Except for one ancient person who has be a fossil. Jinhyeok put on a smile of repentance. He put all his efforts into directing a risky situation and touching Guntapers nting, but the time has finally arrived for his efforts to bear fruit. Because using that ability was the premise for copying the ability. Am I going to target Teresa first? Well, it must have been quite intrusive to fire holy power from behind. But well I dont know about anyone else, but Teresa wont be affected by Guntapers Unique Spear. ? ? ? -If you join me Ill let you take off that pretentious, instinct-defying mask. In fact, dont you know? How heavy is the responsibility of a saintess who suppresses herself by saying things like saving everyone. A sweet voice pierced Theresas ears. With the power of the Demon King that stimtes the unconscious. Its not even a matter of roasting and boiling a saint. It is an ability that corrupts and seduces many people. this obviously works however. Huh. Do you already have all of that? I live ording to my heart If you want to offer a deal, would you rather suggest a way to break that wooden stone? Theresas voice was strange. A vulgar ent that ispletely different from the usual. Not only the voice, but also the color of the eyes and hair werepletely different. A unique atmosphere that can only be felt from the same ss. A demon? If nothing else, the saintess in front of her was no longer a saint. -If thats the case how about something that frees you from a life thats empty and unfulfilling? In fact, you probably need something to fill your inner self, not that kind of depravity? I am a pdin who has already sworn to Godalready living a fulfilling life? Personality changed again. C . I dont know what happened. Chapter 473 Episode 473. Unique vocal chant White Night (1) I didnt even know what whispers the two of them were sharing, but seeing that Teresas personality kept changing, the unique chant must have failed. After all, how could they convince Teresa, who has two personalities? It is also a saint who has a 180 degree different inclination and a fallen saint. With this, Guntafers seduction of Teresa was nothing. But its not natural. In the heart of Chun Yoo-seong, there was a deep longing that could not be reced with anything. Beat the strongest rival. The desire to inform that fact with their own hands. And to Guntafer. There was the power to urately grasp what the target wanted and attack it. Whoops! [Guntafer activates his unique voice, Deal of Deep Desire!] A sweet voice prates. An irresistible temptation lingered in Chun Yoo-seongs ears. C Its not ack of effort, its not ack of talent. What do you think is the reason why you cant keep getting to the top? ask The most fundamental and sensitive questions. The hand holding the sword loosened slightly. What do you want to say? -The only thing youck more than Kang Jin-hyeok is Gi-yeon. Didnt he be stronger because all the deities showered him with good holy relics? If you follow the same level of support, you can ovee him. You can jump over can you stand? I? Chun Yu-seongs voice trembled slightly. A greater wish than to save the world and save mankind. If I had to pick out the only wish I had for the rest of my life, it would definitely be to beat Jinhyeok. I could have given up anything for that. Even if the price is to sell your soul to the demon lord. Guntafer immediately took out two relics. -Cabdos sword and Demon Kings ring. All of them are top-ss relics of the upper sses. I will never be outdone by the junk he has. If you ept the contract with me, I will lend you this. But thats C Betrayal? no thats not betrayal How can the desire to be strong be called betrayal? Rather, this is just a process of re-adjusting the inequality of the past. You dont have to feel guilty. Chun Yoo-seong kept his mouth shut. The status window for the two holy relics proposed by Guntaper had already appeared in front of my eyes. As a holy relic of demons, Cabdos sword that raises the possessors potential to the limit. The Demon Lords Ring, which not only triples the resistance against non-demons, but also allows you to use dark magic of Lv30 or higher. All of them were of the SSS level. If I receive this, I can also achieve the conditions for a unique holynce. It means that you will be able to obtain a unique holy spear, which can be said to be the strongest name season, rather than simply upgrading your armament. The lips were dry. My heart was beating insanely fast. Betrayal and wish fulfillment. Obviously, in the past, I would have chosen thetter without thinking about it but why? It was not easy to turn my back on those who have shared the joys and sorrows together. I wanted to continue this disgusting rtionship that I thought was bad luck. Im not crazy either. Cheon Yoo-seong, who was worried, quickly smiled. Its because its ridiculous to think like this. It must mean that the years umted so far are not fleeting. Once you win the confrontation and then kill Guntaper Then this guilt will be a little less. I will ept it. between slowly parting lips. Finally, Chun Yu-seong made a decision. -It is a wise choice. Guntafer grinned. [The contract has been signed!] [The unique vocal chant Deal of Deep Desire is activated!] Chun Yoo-seongs mood changed 180 degrees. A dark aura that slowly rises. Before I knew it, Ryuhwas and Kavdos swords were each clutched. [Ownership of Kabbdos Sword and Demon Kings Ring has been acquired.] [ The conditions for the Unique Sacred Spear have been achieved.] Is this my new ability? It is cold and sharp magic. Even though the full-fledged unique holy spear had not yet been activated, the captured Geomgang waspletely different from before. Yooseong? Theresa stuttered. As a pdin who had learned divine power, it was because he realized what that energy meant. Demon foot. Unlike higher entities such as angels and ancient species, yers can be encroached upon by demonic energy just by signing a contract. It doesnt show much right now, but it means that as time goes by, your personality and appearance will change. Cheuk hahaha! Its a bit unfortunate that we couldnt embrace both, but its not bad at all. How are you? How does it feel to see a precious colleague betray you? Guntafer exploded with madness. In a tight situation, the main power was blown in the back. This fight is no longer worth seeing. ? ? ? Jinhyeok scratched his chin while watching Guntafer giggle. I like it by saying how am I supposed to show a little bit of a distressed reaction? what do you understand Since the card that boasted of sure victory worked, of course, self-confidence was bound to rise. In fact, the build-ups that Guntaper has been using so far have been fierce. He created more dangerous situations than any other enemy he had faced so far. By the way, Chun Yoo-seong learned the unique vocal spear Seeing it this way gives me a new feeling. I never thought that the guy who once clung to me like a stalker and bit me to death would already have one of the strongest skills in the Tower of Trials. At this level, it wont be easy to find rivals among the residents as well as the yers. Yooseong-ah its good to be strong, but what if I stick to him right away? Dont you know that you shouldnt recklessly stamp a contract that looks suspicious at first nce or has too good conditions? I am reminded of the words of a great man that with great poweres great responsibility. I will not make excuses. But I have no regrets. Like a well-forged sword. As if further conversation was meaningless, Chun Yu-seong drew a line. Shuk The conversation was interrupted by the crossing of two swords. No matter what I say, not even a seed will be eaten by that single-minded individual. Mr. Jinhyeok Now how Its okay. Ill fix that guys brain. Normally, I would have been annoyed, but not as much as this time. Ive never seen one in the tower before. Because it gave me a chance to get the holy spear unique to the swordsman. But if Jin-hyeok-san stops Yoo-seong what should we do with that monster in the meantime? Dont worry about that either. Jinhyeok wiped the cold sweat running down his cheek with his hand. Overloaded to the point where you feel pain even when not inbat. The fact that Elise is rampaging this much means that the people who are dealing with it must be unable to handle it. as if to prove it. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! The barrier is shattered. A huge skewer made of blood came flying. omg!? Guntaper, who was watching leisurely, hurriedly escaped. Wow! The ground I had just stepped on had turned into a crater with no end in sight. You dare to touch my contractor with your filthy hands? Alice von Ataraxia. The pure-blooded ancestor who led the Ataraxia family has manifested. The ruined householder intervened without understanding the subject. You are urging the lifeline! Hoo. You guys are very excited that the guy who couldnt even make eye contact became the demon king. Where can I remind you of the past? The red ring that symbolizes the unique holy spear Revtion of the Gaebyeok and the red harpoons densely floating behind it. Each one possessed powerparable to that of a holy relic. After all, Alice is reassuring herself. Bringing him out of the Corridor of the Fallen was a godsend, even if you think about it again. thank you. Alice. Im alive thanks If it wasnt for you, what would have really happened Gee for real? Was Jim really that helpful? huh. It really was the best partner-like skill. A series of scenes passed through Elises mind at the word best partner. Scenes like dating, getting married, having children, and eventually getting older. lol. no big deal! I guess now you have some idea of Jims greatness. yes just say What else do you need? No, rather than needing anything in particr, I just wanted to tell you that Im happy just being by your side. Jinhyuk smiled and nced to the side. If I stimted him to this extent, there would surely be a reaction. As expected, Teresas expression darkened slightly. A pdin isnt bad, but At this timing, youll need a personality that can create synergy well. And in determining the main personality, this method exerts the greatest efficiency. A new voice interrupted Alice, who was jumping up and down happily. Huh. The little boy must have eaten a lot of white milk. He looks very energetic. He wags his tail like a puppy because I give him a little praise. A foolish saintess! No, more than that, anyone is calling me a kid! how! A spark broke out between the two. They dont get along well, but they are sure about their skills. Ill do everything I have to do while arguing. Haa thats it. Then how about letting the stronger person take it all, kid? good. Theres no reason not to ept a bet that Im sure to win. Alice and Teresa looked at Guntafer at the same time. With the face of discovering the most delicious prey in the world. ? ? ? With Guntafer temporarily stranded, only two men remained on the battlefield. [Cheon Yoo-seong activates Battlefield Selection Lv16!] In the existing field of view. A newndscape is painted over. This is the ce where the Tower of Trials first appeared and fought. This is the very ce where you got Frozen Tears and Grave of Swords inside the Corridor of the Fallen. I have been waiting for this moment toe. Chun Yuseong looked at Jinhyeok. From the moment we first met until now. I hope that the opportunity to fight on an equal footing wille. Now is the time. It was because he had obtained the strongest weapon, skill, and unique holy spear. Its new, but youre really a poisonous species, too. How do you even think of making a contract with Guntafer and not with anyone else? okay. You who always win will never understand. There was no way they knew the pain that a loser had to swallow. How painful and hopeless that was, only losers had to endure. But not anymore. Today, I will defeat you and rise to the top. Mana began to gather towards a single point. As the refined energy became tangible, different lights were cast on the two swords. Reaching the extreme of the sword A realm that only those who have exceeded that limit can reach. [Chun Yoo-seong used his unique holy spear!] The ck night swallowing the moon. All the shadows of the day that cover the sun disappear. An imaginary world where everything is dyed in pure white. [The unique vocal chant White Night is activated!] This is my unique vocal chant. The pure white light poured in, and the color of Cheon Yoo-seongs hair and eyes were all dyed white. Chapter 474 Episode 474. Unique sacred song White Night (2) A snowy field where the sun never sets. A snowstorm that blows slowly. All of these scenes were the image world created by the Sword Master. Shootah . Magic is happening. The des that had turned white shook. [Unique Seongchang White Night (ҹ).] Difficulty to obtain: SSS Description: You will be able to create your own unique martial art based on the swordsmanship you have seen and experienced so far. While White Night is active, all attack power and attack speed increase by 200%, and the special stat Fifth Sense increases by +100. (If used together with battlefield selection, additional field effects are obtained.) An ability that boasts extreme power in interpersonal battles. Is this the unique voice of Cheon Yoo-seong? Jin-hyeok murmured with admiration. I never thought there would be a unique window with such a high level of perfection. To be honest, its amazing. Right then. The tip of Chun Yoo-seongs sword moved. Riding on the snowke, the whiter ck line melted. I gave up everything to get one step closer to you. Pride too. degree of freedom. And even the stigma of being a traitor all of them. But no regrets. Even after enduring all that Because the confrontation with you is more important to me than anything else in the world. Its really twisted. You really no. lets not talk Stop talking. Saying more just hurts my mouth. Besides, this guy will pay dearly for signing a contract with Guntaper. The longer itsts, the more acutely youll feel what the aftereffects are like. Jinhyeok grabbed the two daggers in reverse. pounding! pounding! pounding! heart beats fast I dont know how long its been since Ive felt this anticipation and excitement. Its a natural story. In the meantime, Ive been through almost all the skills and abilities that exist in the Tower of Trials, but I ve never seen this ability before. More than anything, it was the most exciting thing that I had the opportunity to copy it. I guess by now Ive ced everything that Undine and Sweet Potato ordered. I was given a special mission right before the battle started, and hes probably doing well. You know the price of failure better than anyone else. [Trait Grave of the Sword is activated!] Ugh! A dark red river that rises from the sword body. An alien energy rose up in the pure white world. Goes. The first to move was Chun Yoo-seong. They are already used to each others sword path and distance, so they are tired of it. Wow! Thats why there is no meaningless search battle. A glimmering sword light grazed the nape of his neck. Jinhyeok deflected his sword with a piece of paper. Ouch. It is sharp. Dont be rude. Because this is the beginning. In an instant, the two swords split countless times. It was as if dozens of swords were pouring out at the same time. [Chun Yoo-seong activates the White Night and One Heavenly Sword (ҹһ섦) Type 1 Snow Marriage!] In the frozen time. Papa pat! The falling snowkes parted. !? The speed is also fast, but the number of shes unfolded in an instant is beyond imagination. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Jinhyeok swung his sword like crazy. The shock was so strong that both arms tingled. However, in front of his eyes, Cheon Yuseong had already disappeared. Back no side. A presence felt from the right side. Boooooong! Red lotus mes gnawed at the air. however. There is no substance. There was also no feeling of being caught in the hand. stomach! Jinhyuk raised his head. Then, there was Chun Youseong trying to use another sword. 100 Nights and 1 Thousand Swords, 2nd Sequence. thunderbolt. The dagger fell several times faster than before. Would it be unreasonable to avoid this? Instinct moved first rather than judgment. Crossed the two daggers. Kwaaang! A roaring sound that could not even be thought of as swords colliding with each other. The pressure from the bottom caused all the snow on the ground to rise. He came out with his teeth sharpened, and every move, starting with his movements, is fierce. Whoop! Chun Yoo-seong, who had calmed down, moved to catch the victory. Horrible attacks followed one after another. He said that he would unleash Chun Yoo-seongs own unique martial art. It is expected how bloody herbivores wille out while the Midnight Nights Unique Spear is activated. But the reaction that follows is also probably soon. I knew it. thump! Chun Yuseong frowned. ck veins slowly spread over the eyes that had turned white. Something simr to horns had grown in his hair. Keugh, what the hell is this what. Chun Youseong staggered as he sensed the abnormality. Of course, Guntafer didnt mention these side effects when he signed the contract. There was even a saying in the Tower of Trials that those who suffered were fools. good. Now another condition is about to be satisfied. All that remains is to sprinkle a little more oil on it. [Trait Judgment of Anubis is activated.] I didnt want to use it if possible because there was a risk of an all-out war between the gods of Egypt and the demon realm, but it wouldnt be a big problem if I was in the world of heavenly nature. Outsiders wont know whats going on inside. Oh, my skin ispletely gone. Like the horns on his head. Your body is hot right now and your head is dizzy, right? As if you have body aches? okay. It feels exactly like that. Do you know what this is? The first question is done. Of course you should know. There is one serious problem, but Serious problem? This deteriorates faster in proportion to magic power and time. If we continue to fight like we are now, we will soon be a new species. Surely bing a demon isnt the goal, is it? Its a bit It seems like it suits you, right? I have no intention of bing a fucking monster. okay? d then Anyway, you just have to be careful with that part. As long as this condition doesntst more than 10 minutes. The second question went smoothly. I think about it again, but the trigger conditions for Anubis Judgment are too fraudulent. Is it possible that the conditions are satisfied simply by sharing questions and answers? If so, it must mean that we can see the match before the demonization is over. Well, thats true Are you really confident? Even with those shackles? This is thest question. And to the ego-scratching question Have you forgotten that I pushed on all this time? Im going to get rid of that goofy grinpletely. Of course, Chun Yoo-seong showed an expected reaction. [Condition has been met.] [The targets stats are weakened by 50%!] Im sorry that it seems like a bit of a foul, but I cant help it. It was because this side was supplying magic power to Elise as well. A fishy smile lingered on Jinhyuks lips. ??? Kakakakakang! battle resumed. Chun Yoo-seong pioneered his own sword path and exploded countless practical experiences umted so far. however. Something strange? It didnt take long for Chun Yu-seong to realize the sense of incongruity. Obviously, it is unleashing a sharp attack that cannot bepared to before. In return for the contract, its only natural that youll be able to exert power beyond your limits. For some reason, the fight became more difficult than the first. Is that guy still not showing off his skills? That is nonsense. Yuseongseongchang is truly a name season. It is an area of extremes that even most tower dwellers cannot reach. It is impossible for a yer to be able to afford to deal with it. But that means Are you saying Im weak? Because of side effects? Other than that it made no sense. Keugh! Chun Yuseong took control of himself. You cant be so vain. This is absolutely uneptable. Never I didnt want a fight like this! Pod! Instead of leaving footprints in the snow, the footsteps that froze the surroundings unfolded. At the same time, the Sword of Cabaldo changed its form. Swordsman increased by about 2 times. Dazzling light emanated from the ancient runes imprinted on the de. [Cabdos sword C Gramainyu is activated!] The endless ck energy. [The 5th expression of the 100 nights and 1 thousand sword. Ice Spirit is activated!] A white aura that forever illuminates everything was mixed. Unleash the swords unfolding alone. This is the power of Sword Master Cheon Yu-seong. Two shes were drawn vertically and horizontally. The trajectory is a straight line, but the description contained in that straight line far exceeds the meaning of a simple line. As if dimensions and dimensions are connected. A line that should have been one originally continued. Wow! A deafening sound resounded as if the heavens and the earth were splitting. A genius overflowing with talent pours in everything for the sword. Even that was not enough, and it was a blow that was unfolded while gaining a chance. but. A monster like one. It would have been dangerous if I hadnt fought often. Speaking of German martial arts, its an area where you apply what you normally use. Nevertheless, Jinhyeok received the attack. Aim for the moment when the connecting lines meet. thump!һ oops scene!!! thud! One knee of Chun Yoo-seong touched the ground. His chest throbs with his heavy breathing. Hee-eok Hee-eok. The heart and body heat that started to beat faster had already reached a level that was difficult to handle. Because his reflection in his eyes seemed quite far from that of a human. ck horns towering over white hair. The red pupils seemed to announce the appearance of a new demon king. Is this me? Although he struggled to the point of giving up his human form. The results did not change this time either. now thats the limit I have neither the strength nor the will to endure any longer. stop it. I want to rest now. You mean to kill me? I have no desire to continue my life until I be a demon. If you die, you die. Are you trying to save your pride? Indeed, it is a heavenly word. chuck. Jinhyeok put the dagger to Chun Yuseongs neck. Of course, I forgot to add one more word. Somethings coolbut its a pity. I know a way to get rid of those horns again. If you really want to die, you cant help it. Hey, wait! Chun Yuseong hurriedly raised his head. Being human is so strange. I would rather not know if there is no back at all. Even a fighter who was prepared for death and endured severe torture would crumble if given even the tiniest bit of hope. It can be said that the trick of being an interrogator is to skillfully y tug-of-war. Really, that That I can restore this appearance to its original state? My honor I wont believe it even if I risk it, so I swear on Alices honor. . Everything is not over. Now that I put it in, there will be a chance if I polish it further in the future . I wanted to avoid asking you, but I cant help it. Ehehe. How does that go bare-mouthed? How do I deal with the wounds in my heart that were scarred by betrayal at the most important moment? No way, in exchange for healing this, another nonsense Are you trying to make me do it? Its not nonsense, I need something to fall on me something like this. Stop talking bullshit! Since I knew there was a way anyway, it must mean that I can find a way with my own power. I will never find a weakness for you. Really? So, where do you look for it? But in the meantime, how are you going to live your current life? Interest in all kinds of media will explode? C Hankuk University medical students, it turns out, are demons ? Show interest. C Horns growing on the head are really good for men . C Venusian virus view tubers flood in with inquiries. He testified that he was stabbed to death. Etc. The orangutan in the zoo would also click his tongue and express his condolences. Of course, everyday life would be impossible. Only then did Chun Yu-seong realize the seriousness of the situation and swallow dryly. What do you want? Ill just listen for now. Caught. Chapter 475 Chapter 475. Demon king hunting (1) Jinhyeok slowly opened his mouth at Cheon Yuseongs words. Follow me. I, Cheon Yoo-seong . Ah. What are you doing? Dont you want to go back to being human? Damn it. i get it. I Cheon Yoo-seong. I owe Kang Jin-hyeok a debt that I cant repay even if I pay it for the rest of my life. A debt that cant be repaid even if I pay it for the rest of my life Whoa. I lost to Kang Jin-hyeok. For this reason, I swear to faithfully do whatever it is asked to do, including wearing all sorts of tailored clothes for the rest of my life. Because of that, it sounds like a custom-made suit for life! Are you talking about your whole life? forever!? Is life a bit long? Then how about a year? day! I will do it for just one day. Thats a lot of concessions! 6 months. Three days! one month. one week! Ideally, I would rather bite my tongue and die. okay. one week. Thats enough. Ill make it the longest week in the world. When he thought of all the things he could do as a ve, Jinhyeoks mouth twitched naturally. And just in time. Tring! Status windows appeared one after another. [Copying conditions have been met.] [Chun Yuseongs unique sacrednce White Night has been sessfully copied!] [Copied abilities are stored in Memory of the World.] And thats it The mental world was alsopletely destroyed. ? ? ? Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! Drops of blood made the ground a mess. Whoops! And a ck cross rose above it. Magical power that canpletely plow the ground. Alice and Teresa. The destructive power created by thebination of the two was beyond imagination. Youre annoying. Guntafer clicked his tongue. Although it is said that it is worse than in its prime, Elise is in a state where her strength has returned considerably. Every blow was heavy, as if it reminded him of the past. Moreover, the attacks that the maddened saintess made were equally sharp. hey. stupiddy! Did you forget to tell me not to get in the way of my attacks? The cross is blocking your view. sight! Oh my, my skills are so powerful that I must have offended our little lord. Should I find a lollipop somewhere to relieve my anger? What! Are you done talking now!? I havent done it all, but if I do more, Im holding back because Im afraid Ill bite my tongue and die. Still dying, biting each other. Although they are bickering, they are breathing well. Theposure disappeared from Guntafers expression. If you continue like this, you may end up causing more damage than necessary. And that soon. It also means that you will be pushed out of the battle for rank with other demon lords. The worry didntst long. Grampin. Guntafer muttered into the air. Then, as if he had waited, an old mans voice answered. -Yes Did you call me? Where are the other demon lords direct troops now? The support force of the nine Demon Lords, including Mamon. Its a good support, but its more of a ploy to put a spoon in the war with Beriel. He probably wants to show condescension by participating in the expedition while staying in the rear where he doesnt take much damage. Originally, I looked at it with disapproval, but now that the situation has be like this, I thought of a way to use it well. All I have to do is explode the sealing stone, annihte the other guys main forces, and hand the responsibility over to Kang Jin-hyeok and Beriel. In this way, the power loss will be divided evenly and at the same time it will be able topletely crush Beriel. -30 minutes ago, you arrived at the citadel via teleportation and are currently waiting in the audience room. Everyone had already gathered Okay. Dont send it anywhere, hold it. When I give a signal, they alle to the center. That is the moment when the sealing stone will be activated. It is also the moment when everyone has to disappear for the cause. Lets drag some time first. Quadduk! Guntaper broke the battle system around him. ? ? ? Kung! thud! thud! Numerous demons who were waiting poured in. As befits the guys guarding the heart of the citadel, all of them were either intermediate or higher blood rtives or monstersposed ofrge species. Koooooo! batten! food! Khahaha Ill swallow you whole! Demon beasts with hideous features just by looking at them salivated and rushed at them. It is a huge army that is sorge that it is impossible to deal with it. but. The lowliest ones dare to Who wants to feed whom? That wasnt enough to be a threat. Alice and Teresa released their magical powers. Reverse gravity. As the gravity reversed, the bodies of the monsters in front of Elise floated up. Is it big? A mothers body? at the same time. Roaring! A ck cross rose from Theresas sword. As the tremendous heat condensed, the mes burned more violently. The magical beasts struggling in the air are just targets that are easy to hit, kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! What followed was a huge explosion that engulfed the area. At the spot where the ck cross swept away, charred corpsesy in rows. Hundreds or more were killed in a single attack. flinch The demons bodies shrank. It was because he realized that he was an instinctively dangerous opponent. of course. Not all were tailed. Chet, its a family ss. Its a long-distance specialized type. If you iste them and then close the distance, they are worth dealing with. Ill take the lead. The higher-ranking ns holding daggers moved. Took! lightly. and then fast. Riding the wind, the blood rtives jumped right in front of Elise. Can you use wide-area magic here too! Ill cut you! At this distance, even the unique organs would fade. The dagger scattered sword light. Who dared to say that Jim is only good at fighting from a distance? [Ellis activates her unique ability Blood Road C Golden Circle!] A rapier decorated with golden light appeared in Elises hand. When the Noble Phantasm symbolizing vampires was opened, mes created by magical powers scattered in all directions. Kakakakang! He also sharpened his swordsmanship for a long time. It is not that he has learned the swordsmanship created by a famous swordsman. Even so Keuugh! What kind of absurdly ignorant swordsmanship! just strong It was overwhelming as much as it was to smash the opponent. The sight of the thin rapier pushing against the bastard sword was even grotesque. Aagh! The demon with a hole in its chest screamed. Numbers were no longer an advantage as Ellis fiercely pressed the blood rtives from the front. With Teresa joining in, the battle became even more fierce. how long has it been like that? By the time the war of attrition, where each other gnaws at each others mana, is getting longer. Quadduk! Cracks began to appear in the space. Jinhyeok and Cheon Yooseong, who had been fighting in another dimension, finally decided. And the winnerpletely crushed Guntafers expectations. You Guntafers pupils shook. I could never have thought that Cheon Yu-seong, who had given me the Sword of Cabdo afterpleting the contract, would be defeated. It was a mistake to think that the power difference between the two would not be that great. Losing even with this level of support meant that the gap was much bigger. If youre looking for a stupid swordsman, he should be sleeping soundly by now. Oh, right there. I was told to pretend to faint in order to hide the breach of contract. You wouldnt imagine that Cheon Yoo-seong, who has a strong sense of pride, would be acting. Jinhyeok stabbed Cheon Yooseong in the head with a tree branch. Look, I fainted really well. Even if I stab you like this, you wont wake up? Squeeze. A branch of a tree dug deep into Cheon Yoo-seongs cheek. You really hit the candle in everything you do. Yes, if you use a dragon to say that you want to die in my hands, I will grant your wish. Parts! The sword of Cabaldo appeared in Guntapers hand. You said you were giving it to Chun Yoo-seong, but was it a lie? He liked it quite a bit. Would you have given the devils curse to that young bastard? Cuckoo coo! Light emanated from the runes. From now on, it is the beginning of the full-scale demon lord hunting. Jinhyeok opened Memories of the World. To catch such an ignorant bastard, I have to prepare something suitable for him. The library where abilities were stored opened, and the books on the bookshelf quickly turned over. [With the unique vocal chant White Night. The unique ability Grave of Swords is fused.] Two abilities were selected. All of them were abilities rted to swordsmanship. Parts! Two abilities merged into one. however. quaaang! A status window indicating sess did not appear. Instead, a terrifying pain roared through his whole body. [Convergence failed!] [Severe internal injuries to the body due to the recoil of the failure!] Cool! Kuk!? Blood flowed from Jinhyuks mouth. shit. I thought it was a highly probable method, but it seems that thisbination is not the case. What stupid thing are you doing? You said it to yourself and then you vomited blood alone? wait. Originally, this is not a one-time sess. light and darkness. If the change in nature doesnt go well, try fusion considering the synergy of the two abilities this time. Charleur! Again the bookshelf turned over quickly. [Fusion of Unique Singer White Night and Unique Singer Phase 2!] Parts! A tremendous amount of mana was concentrated. A fusion of unique voice and unique voice. In case of failure, the risk will be much greater than before, but the probability of sess will also increase by the same amount. Two abilities merged into one, with sparks bouncing in all directions. This time, the golden aura spread warmly. done! this is a sess [Seeded in fusing the unique voice Final Genesis!] Difficulty to obtain: Unmeasurable Content: The Last Genesis. The unique Holy Spear, which crosses the realm of the god, does not stop at simply creating the Dokmun Sword Act, but makes it possible to control the creation and destruction of everything that exists in the world. However, this unique holy spear consumes 100 mana per minute, and the limit of creation and destruction varies depending on the perfection of the ability. (Currently, it is possible to grow up to Lv1 and final Lv12.) This is Really amazing. Even Jin-hyeok, who has experienced numerous unique voices and abilities, had never seen such a fraudulent ability. Fusion ability Maybe it has more power than that. Because it means that I can finally be the god of one world. There are conditions that must be met to deal with Azathoth, and if you raise this ability to level 12, some of the difficult ones will be receable. All of a sudden, I even thought that I was grateful for Chun Yoo-sungs betrayal. Seeing you give me such a great gift. But I cant use it against Guntaper. Final Genesis is a form in which both the caster and the opponent are isted. However, in order to copy Guntapers ability, the premise of being an open ce for everyone to see must be followed. If so Ugh! Jinhyeok took out three items from the subspace inventory. A holy relic that can properly deal with the sword of Cabdo. The dragon sword Balmun. And another thing was the Heart of Antrad, a high-ranking demon that was defeated in the fortress of giants. [Ancient Barrier C Customization activated!] The color and shape of Balmung has changed a bit. The size is slightly smaller and thinner, and the color of the de has also changed to yellow, close to golden. This is the sword. Finally, Jinhyeok took out a mask that symbolizes Unknown. Except for the current members of the Dead Man Corporation, no one among the yers knows that we are in the Pandemonium. It means the best timing to use that strategy. With this, all preparations areplete. Meanwhile. Hmm. Now the time is ripe. Guntaper was also looking for the right moment to use the one shot that would decorate the finale of this fight. The blood rtives of each demon lord areing here through Grampin. The sealing stone is also ready to activate. Just a little bit longer Ill be able to kill that smirking human and get everything. With so many different thoughts. Wow! The towers strongest relics collided head-on. Chapter 476 Episode 476. Demon king hunting (2) Rumble! An elderly man dressed in a suit opened the door and entered. Grampin. He was the butler in charge of Guntapers fortress and the longest-lived demon in the Pandemonium. Im sorry to have kept you all waiting for so long. Im sorry to see so many big things happen one after another. Its just an excuse that doesnt work. More than that, Grampin, how long are you nning to keep us here? I heard that Kang Jin-hyeok and Gabriel came with the powerful angels Did Guntaper tell you to do this? The high-ranking delegation of each demon army in the audience room poured out words full of dissatisfaction. Everyone, take your anger away. Even if you dont, I will guide you to where Guntafer is now. Guntaper is currently fighting in the fiercest battlefield. To kill a guy named Kang Jin-hyeok, who leads the deceased person corporation. In other words. It means that if you go that way, you will have a chance to make the biggest ball. Is it really? Anyways, would you deceive the people who came to represent the Demon Lords? Come with me. The demons stood up one by one. It was a bonus that he had a fishy smile on his face. Finally, our expedition has meaning. How long have I been looking forward to this time. Kuk-kuk. The bnce of the Pandemonium has continued for a very long time. One thoughtmon to all. It was a reward to share after this fight. Of course, the scope of the reward did not include Beriels tiny estates and treasures. There are remnants of the demon king family that are all ruined, but it was nothing. More important than that is the essory that symbolizes the Demon King. In order to be a new demon king, you must obtain the ring that Beriel has. and the same time. A new incident was urring outside the Tower of Trials as well. [yer Broadcasting Newbie turned on the live broadcast.] Most of the people were paying their attention to the 31st floor, where arge raiding party was working hard. The hourss could dy the destruction of mankind, and it was inevitably popr because it had so many outstanding guilds and rankers mobilized. however. Meanwhile, someone turned on the broadcast. The 40th floor of the Tower of Trials is titled With the Unknown. Normally, there was no reason to ask for such a nonsensical aggro, but the scenery that appeared in the thumbnail was a ce no viewer had ever seen before. devildom. I see a yer standing tall with a long sword in a demondscape full of ash and fire. In front of him stood a demon with horns exuding a tremendous atmosphere. As long as the broadcast is turned on, you dont have to exin every phrase. That demon is at least a demon level monster. -Jjanggureonggi: I think its real? Its steamed. look over there Elise and Teresa are there too, right? On the left is a bit hazy, but theres also Master Kang Jin-hyeok. -Gulbi: Did another yer turn it on instead? wow thats crazy Everyone else is on the 30th floor, but only Goinmul Corporation and Unknown went on the 40th floor? -Jane: Is it their own war? -jm1: What the hell are you guys fighting about? -kos: It seems like youre trying to do something beyond your imagination again. Another ss. Are you really going to get to the top? -mirra: Frey is my future wife. Through word of mouth, the number of viewers grew rapidly. At first, there were dozens of people, but in less than 10 minutes, there were more than 5,000 people, and by the time 20 minutes had passed, it had increased to 100,000 people. Whether its a shortcut or a detour that the average person doesnt know. It doesnt matter. This fresh and overwhelming scene was enough to make everyone go wild by itself. ??? At this level, I think Ive roughly finished the preparations. Jinhyeok looked at the hologram alter ego in the distance. A doppelganger ced through Undine and the Spirit Beasts. The items purchased at the coin exchange are finally starting to show their true value one by one. Looks like youre ying around with something again. Judging by the waves of magic are you rying this situation to the other floors? Guess who isnt the Demon King? One quick notice. As a resident, you may not know about the broadcasting system, but considering that you have inferred a simr situation nheless. Jinhyuk neither affirmed nor denied. As expected, thats right. But whether its angels, horses, or barbarians, this situation wont change no matter whoes. Ohhh. Youre full of confidence. Why do you think so? Thats because the one I prepared is much more powerful. Guntafers gaze turned to one side. Just in time, I saw Grampin bringing demons from afar. From now on, you will have to deal with not only me, but all demon lords at the same time. What does that mean Watch carefully. How will this fight end? Fuck! Guntafer, with a smile on his face, snapped his fingers. OK. [The sealing stone is released!] Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! An explosion split the heavens and the earth. Kwak Kwa Kwak! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! To the extent that I doubted that a single skill could dare to produce this much firepower. A pir of fire broke through the clouds. The citadel shakes throughout. In a single explosion, a third of this mighty citadel was reduced to ashes. eardrum is still dull The limbs also trembled as if they belonged to someone else. Cool, no, are you really thinking of self-destructing? Jinhyeok coughed, but Guntaper burst into madness. Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha! Thats it. Its perfect! Bodies turned to charcoal. In addition, those who survived in this explosion were all rted to the Goinmul Corporation. Thats enough conditions to arouse suspicion. Suddenly Guntaper intentionally hurt himself. It was a kind of performance to add vor to this perfect y. So this was all a n to catch me? Its like that. But, youre too slow to notice. Soon, all the demon lords will gather to hunt you. Maybe even that heavy-ass drunk man will move. Thats pretty expected. If you avoid this much, it might be. A demon kings territory was turned into a mess by human hands. The rest will not stand still. Still, isnt it too much to kill all the kids we ate together? Keukkeuk! Do you really expect such things from the demons? It is our essence to be able to hold hands with angels if it is for our own sake. Are you saying you wont discriminate between enemies and allies? The n itself certainly isnt bad. The problem is the n has a fatal w. Its all good, but have you forgotten that I know the full extent of your prank? Which one do you think youll believe, your words or the words of this body? Guntafer furrowed his brows, as if he didnt deserve an answer. However, the smile still did not disappear from Jinhyeoks lips. As expected, the most thrilling thing is when you crush an opponent who is sure of victory. Didnt I ask if I had asked for outside help earlier? Im sorry, but I wasnt sending it to the yers or to my side. The main purpose of the items purchased from the coin exchange and Heart of Antrad is not simply to create a hologram. amplification and transmission effect. All the scenes that have happened so far have been passed on to the demon lords in every corner of the demon realm. I knew at least that if it were you and not someone else you would never use poison poison alone. What? To the demon lords? Thispletely changed the result. Humans who are enemies, but care about the honor and lives of the demons. Only the demon king who tried to trample everything but himself remained. Its nonsense. Theres no way you know about the exclusive circuits of the demon lords. How do you know that theyve been renewed after the war with Beriel! Youre free to believe or not, but Im sure by now, youre being bombarded with the rumors of demon lords. Unbelievable. The demon lords were really asking for a conversation. In order to investigate the death of their cherished limbs and why. This son of a bitch I will definitely tear you to death. Even if I die, I will definitely! Threats and swearing are good, but shouldnt we run away right now? His fingers twitched for a moment, but Guntaper turned and disappeared in the opposite direction. It was because he knew better than anyone else that if he didnt run away right away, he would die. Jinhyeok did not follow him. As long as the Heart of Antrad left a mark, it was possible to track the location infinitely wherever it fled to the Pandemonium. and. It was much easier to hunt Guntaper, who waspletely exhausted and exhausted from being chased and chased by the Demon Realms pursuers. I should only put a spoon on the finished rice. The other demon lords will be angry, but thats not their business. Even if you turn everyone into enemies, you cant give up that huge amount of experience and rewards. at the same time. [Copying conditions have been met.] [Copying the unique ability The Hand of Subjugation has been sessful!] [ The deities of the Pandemoniums affinity for you increases!] [The demon lords begin to view you differently.] One after another Status windows that appear. The winner of this fight was decided by this. ??? Purple-tinged stctites hang from the floor made of ck crystal. A dreamy and heterogeneousndscape. Even in the Tower of Trials, this was a ce worthy of heaven and earth. Because this cave was the final path to the top of the tower. and present. Inside the cave, two shadows were having a conversation. Trembling. My only hand trembles. Hastings broke into a cold sweat and looked at Nyathotep in front of him. Here Dont be afraid. I saw something I shouldnt have seen, so I wont send you back alive Its not like this. Come on,e this way. Huh? Nyathotep took a light step. Rather than that, Guntaper waspletely destroyed, but Beriel No, I heard that Kang Jin-hyeok yed a decisive role? Hebined strange items on the coin exchange and made the Demon Lords his side. I cant prepare for it because its the first time Ive seen it Hastings voice became more desperate. Since he had already lost an arm, he was more afraid of continued failure. This time youll pay more than arms. Its okay. Its okay. Im not trying to rebuke you. We also felt that he wasnt normal. I didnt call you for that reason I called you because of the Vatican outside the tower. Bar, if its the Vatican? Its a small dominion in a world inhabited by humans. It contains clues to books that must be retrieved. Now, prepare everything written here. You cant miss any of it. Nyathotep handed him a piece of paper. Oh, I see. Okay, then you should go now. Just in case you change your mind, Hastings hurriedly disappeared . Big! Big! A new voice interrupted, That guy, did nt you suspect otherwise? Its been a while since Ive been hiding my presence, so its a little clumsy. Yes. I think so, Nyathotep nodded. A voice from the shadows chuckled cheerfully. Yes, thats good, then. Hastings is still useful in many ways. The same goes for the Exension. It was a dangerous prank. Except for my father and mother, even my own people dont know about your existence. Someone tried to pass through the 50th floor? Just a while ago, an ident happened on the 49th floor. Someone tried to break through the passage to the 50th floor. Its absurd that they crossed the towers ban, which even the Godheads dont want to approach. Each of the intruders consisted only of strong people who surpassed the main characters. Its not clear what floor hes from, what his identity or abilities are. Nyathotep bit his mrs. Nothing else aside. He couldnt believe that there was someone he didnt know in this Tower of Trials. But. Eagle Owl . is it. That guy really works hard too. The shadow clicked his tongue as if he knew it. If its an eagle owl? Do you really know their identities? Ah, you dont have to know. Its just an old bad rtionship with me. Still, I wouldnt be able to move recklessly because of the restrictions, but its surprising to see how tenaciously they are looking for ways to destroy them. Amazing. I dont think its my area to intervene. No. This is something I have to deal with. Well, is there anything I need to help with? There is one. Ellis. One of the few variables that could threaten her existence . Chapter 477 Episode 477. Demon King Hunt (3) Ellis von Ataraxia. One of the most lofty absolutes in the past was ousted by the rest of the family heads and fell. For a long time, it lost its light while being trapped in the corridor of the fallen. It is also forgotten in the memories of many people. But its not all because the homeowners decided to do it. It wasnt even that the Exension led it. Nyathotep raised his voice. Ellis, it was better to kill that nuisance rather than exile. As originally nned. ns always change. Isnt the speed of regaining power too fast to say so? Thats why I said that I should definitely step on it Thanks to that, Kang Jin-hyeok is more threatening than any other climber that has ever existed. best yer. The foolish man who wants to conquer the top of the tower is heading upwards even at this moment. On and on, enlisting formidable helpers. Yeah, its a bit fast. What I expected No, they are doing better than I expected. But everything is within the expected range. As if the shadow didnt matter, he shook his hands. If youre going to catch Elise, this is the best timing. Trust me because its from me and not from anyone else. Certainly I have no choice but to believe what this man says. no matter what anyone Because it was this Absolute who surpassed even the primeval beings as well as the senior managers and systems. Even if anyonees, if this monster is holding on, it will be impossible to reach the top of the tower. however. I cant help but feel anxious It was because Alices existence was so threatening that it overturned all foundations. Even though its the most dangerous variable I always say that it kills me, but Im always reluctant to touch it. Nyathotep stared straight into the others eyes. It will never be out of fear. To put it bluntly, something to stimte boredom. okay. That would be an appropriate word. If you dont want a de to exist to harm your integrity, theres no reason to do something like this. I dont know the reason for such a sadistic and dangerous tug-of-war, but anyway, there must be a reason for touching Alice at this time. If you want, I will go downstairs and take out Elise myself. Or you can move Rick Hennessy or the Old Guard. Hey. isnt that funny? At least give them space to wriggle. Huh, are you really okay? If Elises seal could ever be broken Nyathotep swallowed. Because looking at that annoying expression, I realized that no words would persuade me. Stop going. I told Azathoth and Shubnigurath that he wouldnt make it to the 50th floor, so dont worry too much about it. To believe that, my fathers heart is not very good. If you dont, you might wake up from your dream. Azathoths authority is absolute. Especially if you wake up from one of the most powerful constraints, dream, there is no answer. Hmm. Thats kind of difficult but when the tower itself disappears, it gets tiring in many ways. I guess Ill have to make some more shackles. Thats not a radical solution. you know? What is our contract like? I know, I know. why are you so scared Isnt this the first time this has happened? Of course I know. I just said it out of old age. Nyathotep bowed his head once more. The die has already been cast. Now, the only thing left to do is to surrender to the huge flow that the man nned. ? ? ? The higher the flying bird, the more painful it is to fall. Guntaper, who had been on a winning streak with the greatest prominence among the demon kings, was literally facing the worst moment of his life. Keuugh kuk heo-eok. Huh. Heavy breathing and a body covered in blood and dust. The proud horns and proud authority have long since disappeared. All of his subordinates turned their backs. Even at this moment, numerous enemies were narrowing the siege to end their lives. Have all the damn angels betrayed you? Uriel and Kizakiel. When there was amon goal, the sum was so well matched, but when the situation became unfavorable, the first to disappear into Eden. This is why I shouldnt have any dealings with feathered ones But even if I regret it, its already toote. As long as his magic and physical strength are exhausted, this valley will be the ce where he will die. The only constion thing is that the breath is cut off before the enemy gets hit. It was rewarding to deliberatelye to such a depth that no one knows about. Guntafer fell on one side of the cliff. Only Kavdos sword was barely wrapped around his fingertips and swayed. Right then. that buck I felt popr. With the most hated voice in the world. At the same time, you ran away incredibly far. Damn, I never thought I would break through that many pursuers. I said it would be more tenacious than cockroaches. Now, since I won, deposit 3 million coins right away. Beriel. And it was Kang Jin-hyeok, an abominable human being. The absurdbination of a demon king and a human is also abination, but what was more annoying was the conversation between the two over their own lives. Hmm. Cant you take a look? I cant give you that amount of coins even if you beat Youngji to death. Uh huh. What if a person with the name of the Demon King cheats on yers? Now, sooner orter, a big territory wille in, but you have to do the calctions neatly to be a demon king. Who said no! Arent you saying that right now is a bit tough! greatness! Or just dy it a bit. Ill give it to you in a week or so. Thats fine, but after a week, 100% interest is attached, so its 6 million coins. Its good to burn some of the castle relics or estates. How about a neat 20%, no more and no less? Isnt that a belly button bigger than a belly! Oh, if you dont know, deposit it right now. Hells moneylender will do less than you. Beriel bit her mrs, and in the meantime, the two of them reached right in front of Guntafer . Guntaper struggled to raise the sword. The tip of the sword, which could not bear the weight, shook violently. Dont overdo it. If the mana flows backwards, the few lives left will end right away. Well, death will not change anyway. The de of Hongryeon had gray mes. It was the result of simultaneously manifesting Stars Protection and Blood Magic. What are you nning to do? From now on, I will tell you all about the things hidden in your estate. It is not a warehouse that can be seen, but a secret warehouse where only the really important things are kept. The purpose of the treasures and relics there is. Im going to destroy it with it. Theoretically, if you set your mind to it, eternal torture is possible. Considering the hardships Ive had so far, I had the will to do so . As the dagger pierced his stomach, Guntafers throat exploded, and the effect was excellent, as it was aimed at a high concentration of nerves . Its okay. Hold on even longer. Shouldnt you give up already building your pride? A fishy smile appeared on Jinhyeoks lips . As if to relieve the stress umted so far, such a long and long train of torture departed . Guntafer eventually confessed everything, even reciting the menu for the meal he ate a month ago, so he had virtually everything he wanted . Guntafer s breath was cut off by inserting a knife into his heart. [Level has risen!] [Level has risen!] [Level] [ has risen!] State of going up countless times The spear. As one of the pirs that supports the Pandemonium, the level that has risen has reached level 10. Considering the amount of experience points that must be raised for each level, the level has risen too much . At the same time , the restrictions ced on Behemoth and Cheon Yoo-seong also disappeared. It was a long and long fight, but the effort was not overshadowed by the enormous rewards that were obtained in a row. Subservient grip and level up This is the biggest. In addition, various holy relics in the treasure house will alsoe in handy. Lastly Jinhyeok grabbed the jewel hanging from Guntapers neck. .] [You have acquired the demons relic, Cabdos Sword.] The jewels that are said to be the minimum qualifications for a demon king, and even the strongest swordparable to Balmung. The rewards obtained on this floor exceeded expectations . A day has passed since all of the work in Guntaper was finished. Although he was busy cleaning up Guntaper, thanks to him, everything he had to do in a short time was finished. First, Beriel visited Guntafers territory and the yellow jaundice of the demon realm. He swallowed it in one gulp. The manager, Sehert, who had been pooping to death on a small budget, smiled broadly. In an instant, he became a chancellor in a big city from a rural manager, so of course he has no choice but to die happily. Thanks to Edens unreasonable intervention, for the time being It became difficult to move. And the culprit of all of this, the deceased person corporation, left the Pandemonium with only firewood loaded in. Currently. The 31st floor of the Tower of Trials . Save me! What is this? What the hell? All members were in the process of experiencing extreme pain. Hahaha! This is the test of warriors with a burning heart! Its a barbariansing-of-age ceremony! I really like it. After all, blood, sweat and rough breathing! I will immediately suggest to the Heavenly Demon that the Demonic Cult also take this test! Pudk and Dark Hwang giggled and burst into madness. A situation full of shouts and screams. The curtain rises for the full-scale barbarianing-of-age ceremony. Its really not a joke. Jinhyuk wet his lips with his tongue. I thought theing-of-age ceremony would never be easy, but in a different way, I think Im going crazy. It was so sadistic that even if 100 people started and 90 people died, they wouldnt know. In particr, finding a snake with a different head shape in a cave full of poisonous snakes It seemed no different than throwing it away to die, not a test. It tickles. Poison is a good nutrient! right. I eat it with rice too! But there is no feeling in my arm, is that normal? Its all because of ack of grit. That is correct. I was also bitten by a lot of snakes, and my arms doubled in size. Look. Ohhhh! Its flimsy, but my arms really got bigger. Ukanpa! After all, you are a great warrior! Seeing the savage warriors epting this as if it were natural made it even more painful. The most troublesome thing was that I had to feel the pure passion of the muscles the part where I had to wear the shackles that extremely suppressed mana. It also weighs more than 10kg on both wrists. You mean this is a taste? therefore. Yes! The real test begins after the sun fully rises! I dont have to participate directly. You will be the leader of a group. Your qualifications will be reced by those you belong to. In a word, it means to lead the members well from a distance. Whoa. Is that so Jinhyeoks gaze turned to Alice, Cheon Yuseong, Teresa, and the Spiritual Beasts. Chapter 478 Episode 478. Barbariansing-of-age ceremony (1) Hmm To be honest, Im worried. In order to pass this test perfectly, each member will have to go through hell. Its not easy for me to just roll because I have a soft heart It feels like my eyes are already getting moist. It was so heartbreaking to know that my preciousrades who had just fought a fierce battle were suffering. But that doesnt mean you cant just rx. The ce where the hourss is is the same as the final destination of theing-of-age ceremony, so I have to get rid of it anyway. It was also a waste to give up Pudks unique ability, which can only be achieved by bing an honorary barbarian through aing-of-age ceremony. so. Would you like to participate? I will participate. Instead, Ill select some people. I have a few friends who are still a bit unwell. At Jinhyeoks words, the members who struggled on their limbs spat out one word at a time. The owner. Mogi mosquitoes. A subcontractor. Jinhyuk. You Looks like you have a minimum of conscience left. Yes, let Ellis and Teresa rest, and Id rather just you and me Thats unfortunate. If everyone participates, the rewards are bigger. Increased rewardswhat exactly does that mean? There is a legendary Stan Lloyd that has been passed down from generation to generation in our tribe. Very savory, bitter uh, mouth-watering. Anyway, there is such a thing. aka Bavarian Juice. It was an elixir that raised the Strength stat through eating, which only existed in the Tower of Trials. thats too big an offer to turn down. Jinhyeok grabbed Pudks hand. Hmm. Didnt you say you were worried about your co-workers? This is a test with many injuries. Hahaha, what a shame Of course, everyone participates. I will roll and roll until very bone-crushing. okay? Ha ha ha! A very good decision! Thising-of-age ceremony should be raised to the highest level of difficulty ever. If you are a disciple of the principal, of course you should! Of course I knew you would say that. right. Your student is very manly. It doesnt matter who picked it, of course. Pudk and Amhwang, united under the name of muscle, clenched their fists. Like a close friend of 20 years, the porridge matches very well. Gangjin tongue! The owner is garbage! No, no! Jinhyeok Mr. I believed it The members of the deceased person corporation, who were destined for hell, screamed desperately. ? ? ? The sun slowly rises. As dawn dawned, everything on the earth started a new day with warm energy. of course. Whoop, whoop, whoop Whoop whoop! Go go go go away! The young barbarians who were just going through theing-of-age ceremony were overcharged with energy. Biceps and triceps throb. My quadriceps muscle, which had expanded as if it were about to burst, was about to sprint forward at any moment. Its not normal to have topete with these monsters. Especially if you are wearing shackles. Indeed, Alice and Teresa had lost a lot of confidence. Ehh Jims legs cant move very well. I its hard to pray. Wow thats scary. The divine power doesnte out properly. Due to the nature of the barbarians, who only deal with pure physical strength, the use of additional abilities was taboo. At least in adult ceremonies. Instead, unlike the deceased corporation, the weight of the shackles on the other warriors was 50 kg, but well, looking at the guys giggling and running around, it seemed difficult to say that it was such a restriction. This time, our horned turtle tribe will win! Where is the bear tribe? We are the strongest! Tribes with walnuts in their heads, stay still. If you see our warriors this time, youll be shocked! They say the test is The Road to Valha, but Im going crazy with anticipation! The tribal chiefs leading each small tribe encouraged the warriors. hmm. Seeing morale soaring to the sky makes me feel like I need to do something. [yer Jinhyeok Kang activates distance video call!] Jinhyeok looked at the members standing at the starting line. Everyone appeared to blow all sorts of swear words with dissatisfied faces. Kill me! Get me out of here! Prank now. [Mute function activated.] ! A silent mor. Its quieted down a bit now. Ah, theres a lot of noise, so Im only going to say it, so everyone please understand. Yooseong-ah, Im not swearing with my fingers. Uh huh Sweet potato, dont show your ass. This is not a bathroom. For some reason, there is no such thing as unity even before the start. Now that this has happened, there is no choice but to press down with dictatorship. Jinhyeoks finger went to the button that said Sanction. It was a device that enabled long-distance attacks when the barbarians belonging to the leadership authority of the elders did not listen. But just when the heavenly punishment is about toe down. Huh! Pudk appeared on the cliff. I was about to take a deep breath, and then a loud thunder rang out. Where are the warriors who will lead the future of our tribe!!! Oooh! we are here! The warrior Raicha of the Big Bear tribe is here! There is also Otsuka of the lizard tail tribe! The warriors roared. The whole mountain vibrated violently. I see a lot of smart, young warriors memorizing their tribal names and their names properly! I will be waiting for you at the top of Valha. Please, expect many toe to the top! [You have officially participated in the barbariansing-of-age ceremony.] Difficulty : S Victory conditions: At least two of the participants must cross the finish line. Juice (strength stat +30) x5. 31st floor final pass. ? ? ? Kung! thud! thud! thud! As the test began, the warriors rushed forward frantically. The first test is to cross the river. A torrent of tremendous speed blocked everyones footsteps. [Reward for first passer: You can obtain the title Brave Pioneer.] [Physical resistance increases by 10% only foring-of-age ceremonies.] But. The barbarians in the lead jumped into the water without hesitation. If you are a warrior, cross with guts! awesome! I cant lose! Of course, the guy who said that was swept away by the rapids first. To Bar Valhalo! Quuck Cool! Those who ran after them shared their fate. with a ssh! with a plop! After dozens more disappeared, the number of barbarians jumping into the river decreased significantly. For an instant, silence came to the test. I cannot swim. The current here is too strong. Even if you build something like a raft, it will sink in an instant. It was Cheon You-seong that suggested a new direction. Youre smart to notice that. wasnt it okay? That kind of number In fact, I knew that too. Unless youre an idiot, you dont float a boat on this river. Thats right. The warriors who were gathering the pieces of wood hesitated. Then what should I do? You just have to run on water. If you move your next foot before you fall into the water and move the next one, you can reach the end. Is that possible? If a true warrior believes in his own two legs it is possible. This must be a gateway to test that courage and faith. And all the glory goes to the warrior who crosses the river first. true warrior. The waves that those words caused instantly made the hearts of the young warriors warm up. I am a true warrior. My me first! How dare you! Chun Yoo-seong, who persuaded the barbarians, nced at the videomunication. Can we do it this way? huh. Now the stimted kids will run into ignorance. If you do that? A road that allows you to easily cross the river will appear, so you can aim for it and cross it. This river has one unique characteristic. When the number of drifted barbarians exceeds a certain value, stones appear on top of the river. It was probably intended to teach a warrior that he should be aware of his surroundings and be cautious, rather than just looking ahead and rushing. I dont understand such a profound meaning, so this test is probably the most difficult among the barbarians. They say there were smart barbarians in the distant past. It must have been a test made by the heads and elders who led the n at that time. Again the barbarians jumped into the water. Cool! True Ex-warriors! A true warrior is an asshole. They are not even Jesus Christ. Unless you receive at least the protection of Eden, you will never be able to walk on water. More barbarians than before disappeared downstream. As the dropouts continued, there was a slight change in sleep. Stones resembling turtles began to rise. now! Cross! shit. Goes! Chun Yoo-seong jumped at Jin-hyeoks cry. A number of barbarians are already drowning in the water. Now, you will be able to take the lead in no time. But things in the world dont go so smoothly. Hey! Undine, who camest, stumbled and was swept away by the current. Save me! Hold your hand! Chun Yoo-seong stretched out his hand. The rest of the Spirit Beasts also moved to save theirrades. Just go. Are you going to give up the first reward just to get one? Are you talking about that! Even the Undines are saying that they dont want you caught on their ankles. Are you the one who intends to destroy that noble will! No, I want to live kyaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa ce Undine, unable to hold on, was swept away by the torrent and disappeared. A sad sacrifice followed from the first test. Still, since its a water spirit, it should be able to survive somewhere under the waterfall. maybe. After ? ? ?, difficult tests continued. Climbing a cliff over 1km long. Holding an eagles legs and jumping between mountains. And thanks to the struggles of the Goinmul Corporation, which maintains the top rank at every gateway, a strange sense of incongruity was formed among the elders. It was because they did not know that they might be pushed by outsiders at theing-of-age ceremony, where the reputation of the tribe was decided. [Death: 0 / Injuries: 529] [Ranking] 1. Deceased Corporation (13 rewards obtained) 2. Brown bear tribe (2 rewards obtained) 3. Lizard Tail tribe (1 reward obtained) 4.. Eventually A few tribes who couldnt stand it threw a match. It was an agreement with other tribes who would rather die than to subdue the Old Man Corporation first through an alliance. This is an urgent meeting. You have to conspire. Let everyone gather. You must never let that man know. Of course. It is being done very secretly. If you look closely , you can see that they are wearing something simr to earplugs, one on each ear . Seriously. Tsk tsk. Jinhyeok clicked his tongue as he saw the elders having a meeting. Thanks to the blessed body, you can be in the upper sses. Its amazing to live day by day with that brain. If I had been in modern society, I would have been scammed 12 more times. They probably dont even know theyve been scammed. Either that or not, the elders rolled their still heads and concocted a n. Chapter 479 Episode 479. Barbariansing-of-age ceremony (2) The core of the n is Raicha. He is a rising star and a rising star of the Big Bear tribe. It was a barbarian with a body perfect enough to catch a mountain bear with his bare hands. Raicha joins our side along with warriors from other tribes Jinhyeok stroked the tip of his chin. It must be a n to get a hint and blow the back of the head at the end to pass through the remaining gates. Not too bad for having a goldfish-level IQ. As long as the premise that the person youre trying to trick has a simr level of intelligence to them is supported. Even if you try to cheat, are you trying to cheat me? This is so cute that I want to pet it and give it candy. Ellis. Jinhyeok activated the video call. huh? Call the other members too. I have something to tell you. Again the story about theing-of-age ceremony? Then, of course, its abouting-of-age ceremony. contractor. Have wepletely forgotten our promise? Ellis whined in a voice of shame. Comints were bound to arise. After the war with Guntaper, what Alice wanted was to spend time alone with Jinhyeok, not this stale, sweaty test. Even when I came back to the 31st floor, I didntpletely give up that hope but I couldnt help but be hurt by Jinhyeoks impregnable behavior. Ah the one we decided to hang out with outside the tower? Of course I remembered. of course. lie. Really. Ive made all the reservations and made a n. That I wanted to eat it and the VR experience center. Really? Are you really prepared? then. . Alices expression changed 180 degrees. Her eyes lit up and a blush ran across her white skin. Then Jim, lets try hard. What are you doing! The contractor has something to say, but none of them areing! Ellis worked hard to bring the scattered members together. Then I guess Ill have to wait for the other person to approach me first. thats right. I heard that one of the elders seems to know one of the hidden routes here. It will probably arrive soon. Not a bad idea. Allies close. There is a saying that the enemy is closer. Yes, do as you say. Teresa and Chun Yu-seong nodded. and almost simultaneously. that buck A new popr song was heard. Warriors from Raicha and other tribes appeared. Kuhm! W Here again. different. challenger. be there line. line! I was also very surprised. I was so shocked that I almost lost my brain. Me too. I was most surprised during the five years since I was born. We are not 5 years old. He lived at least twice as long as that. I am 20 years old. The barbarians approached with voices reading Korean books. Whats going on? I havee to make an offer. This front was a ce feared even by adult warriors of the past. Why dont we work together to get through it? A trick that can be seen clearly. I could see axes and clubs flinching to strike at the back of the head at any moment. But the desired sea. I wanted to blow up an unforgettable room because it was the same here. That not a bad idea. The corners of the mouth curled up. Chun Yoo-seong epted the offer with a smile that could only be seen from Jin-hyeok. As the party increased, the speed of movement up the mountain increased even more. Kwaaang! Bang! Hahaha! My biceps are howling! My thighs worked well this morning. It is very exciting! As soon as the barbarians shut up, they crushed the monsters. It was quite grotesque to see fully muscr Yeti being smashed to pieces by much smaller humans. Even if its really stupid, its definitely useful as much as one power. Of course, those guys are also trying to use the information we have. It should be easy now. The problem starts from the front Jinhyeok stroked his chin. Theing-of-age ceremony has now begun to show its end. In order to pass through thest gate, some noble sacrifices will be required again. Before long, abyrinth with countless passageways greeted everyone. [We have arrived at the 17th gateway The Trial of Valha!] The first is a forked road. Two endless aisles greeted everyone. On one side, the musty smell stung my nose, and on the other side, the sound of sshing water was especially annoying. Kuhm! greatness! Did you move your body too hard? My joints creak. My calf is swollen! The barbarians increased their pain. It is a bonus that each of them kneads their shoulders and limbs and slowly withdraws their feet. Kang Jin-hyeok and those guys Cheon Yoo-seong frowned. No matter how mature and calming it was, he hadnt even thought about budging. are you okay. I was expecting them to be like that. The elders must have asked you not to go further than this. It gets a bit tricky from here. The location and characteristics of the Trials of Valha change whenever new challengerse, but the problem is that there is no regrity in those changes. In a word, there is no choice but to check it by breaking through with the body. Originally, I was going to use the barbarians as bait, but if ites out that stubborn, I have no choice but to use the next best thing. If you look at the direction the moss on the right grew, its clear there. Jinhyuks voice resonated clearly. Are you sure? master? Howe you dont believe me? Its natural that you dont believe it. Its one truck of kids who die believing. Somehow, it seems that Undines ghost is around right now. Mosquito Mosquito! The spirit beasts and the sweet potato tilted their heads. Because its true. Trust me this time Thats why I wish the most trustworthy and strongest Shinsoo would take the lead The most trustworthy and strongest Shinsoo I cant help it. Everyone follow me. The Hooded Cranes flew in front of them. It seems to be a lot more cozy than I thought Heo-eok. What is this? with a plop! I wondered if I could hear the sound of falling into the water Kuaaaaa! Soon, a desperate scream pierced my eardrum. Not on the left. With this, it was clear that the left side was the correct answer. . . The owner? He is a scary person. that man. It was a spectacle that sent chills down the spines of the spirits and even the barbarians who were watching. ? ? ? Even after that, shocking scenes continued. either way. Or, it was because Jinhyeoks tricks were triggered without fail in tasks that required a scapegoat. Miyooo! Keck! keek! Crispy fried fried and frozen sylphids. A smander who left a dying message with the ashes of the burning man, saying, Damn the owner. Even the sweet potato that passed out with foam at the mouth. The preciousrades who shared the joys and sorrows together copsed. Big. Jinhyeok stole tears from the other side of the screen. Needless to say, there was not a drop of tears on the handkerchief. Still, thanks to everyones voluntary sacrifices, the end is almost in sight. Suddenly, the light on the top of the mountain shone brightly. Ohhhh! Are you all here now? As expected, the kid from outside no, it was good to trust and follow the human! They have bad muscles, but they have good brains! The barbarians cheered and fidgeted with their weapons. Now that the end is almost here, Im going to betray something like that. but. I was already expecting that arrangement. Its obviously showing teeth, but I didnt know that. thud! thud! thud! Kreurreu A muscr body that reaches 3m. Thick saliva flowed from the two heads. About 30 Chimera Yeti. The barbarians will have to deal with the guys who are besieging this area first before attacking this side. Fight fight! Do not be afraid, young warriors. Ungaru will be with you! Our chiefs name is Furadak. right! Anyway, dont be afraid! Even the barbarians cant just watch from behind this time. The number of Chimera Yetis was so great that everyone had to give their all. A fierce battle immediately began. When life was at stake, the atmosphere of the barbarians changed 180 degrees. zing eyes and terrifying fighting spirit. The Chimera Yeti and the Barbarians brandished their weapons at each other. bang! Kwak Kwa Kwak! Koooooo! Keeeh! Blood and flesh spurt out. Truly a one-step battle. Okay, thats just right. Jinhyuk watched the fight and nodded. The more intense you are, the easier things will be after a while. How much time had passed like that? Now the victory waspletely leaning towards the barbarians. In the first ce, the difference in basic power was simr, but with Chun Yoo-seong and Teresa added, of course, there was no choice but to be a quick match. Jinhyeok looked around with his eyes wide open. Its about time now Obviously, the barbarians who had fought such intense battles would surely showmon symptoms. Yoosung. Are you ready for that? Yes, I ced them when the fight just started. Chun Yuseong nodded. ? Heo Eok. Huh Eok. Heo-eok Now thats the limit. Come on quickly right now. rough breathing. All warriors felt it instinctively. If you move this much, you need to consume protein within 30 minutes. Otherwise, all the hard work youve done so far will be meaningless. It was then. An appetizing piece of meat came into everyones eyes. A flesh that glows red. The warmth of steam rising up. That one? Its meat! Protein! The barbarians cheered. It was the discovery of an appetizing protein at just the right timing. no matter whoes first. The barbarians threw themselves. It is at least twice as reckless movement as inbat. p p! Everyone shove the meat right in front of them at insane speed. Thinking that if I waste for even a minute, I would have felt sorry for the muscles in my body. Suddenly, Raicha, who was inhaling the meat most violently, stopped his hand. Is it big? Something is strange. Now stop everyone. Raicha tried to stop everyone, but it was already toote. It was because the others had the same reaction as he had. The effect was quick and powerful. Turn it off Turn it off! Save me. The warriors grabbed the boat and fell. quivering eyes. Apletely different wish settled in the heads of the warriors, who had been filled with protein until now. restroom. I have to go right now. In order to protect thest pride of the n, we need a ce where privacy is guaranteed even for a second. Right then. Hey, everyone must have had a stomachache. Who knows, they yed a very nasty prank on the food. An evilugh growled. Chapter 480 Episode 480. Barbariansing-of-age ceremony (3) What are you talking about? Raichas face turned red. No, I was just talking to myself. As an advice to be careful because there are so many people who do bad things in the world. its an evil smile To the point where I wondered what it would be like if there was a living devil kid. And. Seeing Jinhyeoks eye smile, Raicha trembled. No way Hey. Now what does it matter who suspects who? you know The important thing is to prevent tragedies that could harm the dignity of barbarians in advance. chin. Jinhyuk looked to the side. Sheesh. Chun Yuseong reluctantly took out a bottle of medicine from his arms. It was a top-notchxative purchased at a local convenience store and a simple tent toilet purchased at a coin exchange. Immediate medicine for diarrhea and a toilet. how is it. I need? Come on give it no, please. please. Ohhh Please. Me too, please. The barbarians stretched out their hands in a cold sweat. Of course, the other hand was firmly holding onto the hip. Its not difficult to give it, but wait a minute before that. I dont know if its a price, but theres one thing I want to receive. Papa speak quickly. We dont have time we dont have time! Whoever has apass among you, raise your hand. Compass? What is it? Are you eating? A new weapon? Anyway, these fools either eat everything or they only know weapons. Probably there is something like a red needle attached to it. Looking at your level, it seems like it was made of pine cones or animal bones Oh, yes. I have it. Raicha pulled out a m shell hanging from the end of the ax handle. A clue to the approximate location of the Hourss. no doubt Ha, but the elder told me not to give it to anyone. Raicha opened her mouth with all her might. It is, of course, meaningless resistance. okay? Thats right Jinhyeok nodded his head toward Cheon Yooseong. Damn it. Chun Youseong clicked his tongue and picked up a fairly thick branch. What are you going to do with it? I have no personal grudges. I am just doing what I am told. Hold on! As the tree branch dug into Raichas belly, a different level of harmony resonated. rumble! Rumble! Turn it offuuuuuuuuuuuuu! I like Raicha so much that I want to die. You can ascend to heaven as it is, but if you do, theres a risk that the aesthetics around you will get very bad. So lets adjust the pressure appropriately and beat the opponents lower abdomen. Yooseong-ah, its still a long way. I know. damn it dont rush Its annoying to do dirty work like this. Chun Yoo-seongs hand became even more dazzling. Naturally, the color of Raichas face began to change from purple to white. Raicha! Stop giving up. You have already maintained enough pride. Lets all befortable together. Even the warriors who were watching dissuaded Raicha, saying that it was enough. He really pushed through and endured beyond his limits. but. Nothing could defy Mother Natures sublimews. No. Ill give. Ill give it to you! As Raicha raised the white g, all the barbarians dered surrender. Took. Apass was ced on Cheon Yoo-seongs hand. Now please give us a chance to keep our dignity. Ah, that? Jinhyeok scratched his head on the other side of the screen. Im sorry, but I lied about having medicine. Is there any way that convenience store medicine will work in the Tower of Trials? What Im holding in my hand right now is not antidiarrheal, but digestive. Besides, even if there is a real medicine, this side is not a saint enough to recover thepetitors. Id rather give you a strongerxative. Quaaaaagh! In the end, the barbarians crawled and started to leave to find their own way to live. At best, finding the most invisible crack in the rock would be the limit, but even that was a very desperate situation for these huge men. ? ? ? About 10 minutes passed. Allpetitors disappeared. Nothing stood in the way anymore. Can we go back to normal now? Chun Yoo-seong looked at the barbarians who were lying on the floor with their crab foam on. A light of pity passed by, but only for a moment. No, theres one thing I need to do before I go. ah! Hourss Youre saying that, right? Theresa crossed her palms. In this stairway, besides simply attacking the stairway, it is necessary to relieve all mankinds anxiety. An hourss that extends the time of 90 days. It must be buried here somewhere. An item with magic power strong enough to affect the system is impossible unless it is at the top of Mount Valha. Everywhere youre not saying to search all over the ce, are you? Hey. Ill make you do something so ignorant. have a look Because I have a friend who specializes in things like this. Big! Big! Jinhyeok smoothed his voice. Gnome. The only survivor among the spirit beasts and ancient species who came here, the earth spirit gnome bowed his head, Did you call your father? Merciful and great master. Herees a lowly servant. Hehehe. Yes, yes. Are you eating well? Thanks to your always caring, I livefortably. Thats good. Jinhyeok nodded his head as if satisfied . It will help to some extent. Huh? no yes? What a surprise. Impossible? If a ve belonging to the Goinmul Corporation refused to work well, it wouldnt be very good, since there were already countless spirits who had turned into handfuls of flower petals and disappeared . I will roll it until it is, even if it doesnt exist, even by making an hourss. The gnomes began digging into the ground at an invisible speed. At the same time, outside the Tower of Trials, another group of people who had been asked by Jinhyeok were on the move . Because I cant do anything recklessly. Lee Tae-min fanned it with his hand. Yoo Yeon-hwa grumbled as if he didnt understand. It had no choice but to be so, because now Italy is strictly controlling the invasion of outsiders. Its hard to believe when you think of Rome and other beautiful cities that were originally overflowing with tourists. It smells like something. A sour and sticky stink . Everyone dont like it too much. Its something suspicious. Especially if I get caught, its a minimum sentence of life imprisonment. Yoo Chun-young bursts intoughter and Melena, one of the few survivors of the Mine Association, and a party of four arrived at Rome International Airport . Yes, Grandpa. What has this olddy done up to this point, but how are you nning to get into the Vatican? The reason why Italy controls tourists is actually because the Vatican intervened. This cannot be prated at all, whether through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or using other backs. They have built their own sanctuary with a tight bar on it. Help from inside . Theres a helper Im supposed to give but to be honest, hes not a trustworthy guy. Yoo Yeon-hwa looked around while pretending to check her clothes. Lee Tae-min also raised his spirits and scanned the entire airport, they are only airport security guards. Jin-hyeok hyung must be hard toe on time, right? Well have to do this on our own. Its a special request from my brother, and youre going to find him just because its a little difficult? No, Im not like that I just meant that having my older sister would be enough. Grandpa is there too. This time. Hmm. Yes, I understand what the situation is like. Lets do our best together as long as we can. Yoo Chun-young called the rest of the members together as if he had made up his mind. He didnt know what Jin-hyeok meant, but everyone decided to do the favor anyway. There is only one way to find clues in a ce where uninvited guests are reluctant. * * * High walls and excessively dim streetlights. The presence of people is alsopletely gone. On the outside, it looks the same as entering a ghost town. But. As expected. The entire city is surrounded by barriers and various rm spells areyered. Iveunched the drones, but I cant see anything from above. Its quite fun to arrange owls as family words. Still, this one seems the easiest to break through? How. How do I deal with all of them? Melena applied a whip. If you deal with the owls flying along the hill on the left , you will be able to secure a route to enter the interior. . Okay, then Ill start right away. Wait a minute before that Yoo Chunyoung took something out of his arms. Grandpa? This is Are you serious? Use this? A ck mask with only the eyes, nose and mouth exposed. This is a typical bank robbery. Yoo Chun-yeong of the world. I never thought that Koreas representative intangible cultural asset would wear such a thing and ask to enter another countrys territory. Leaving aside everything else, my taste was so bad. There are plenty of pretty and cool masks, too. The dissatisfaction that was about toe out at the word that Jinhyeok ordered it disappeared at once. Without a moment to feel or react. The necks of the owls were wrapped around the whip. Due to the nature of the familiar that is transmitted to the owner when it is destroyed, you should never kill it . Its enough to faint by strangtion. Five owls fell down the wall. Tuk. me it! Immediately, Yoo Chun-young and the other three jumped over the wall. But, the scenery that came in over the wall was something strange. Yes. If I had to say it, it felt strange. .Things that should never have felt in real life weighed on their brains. This is not the Vatican they knew . Yoo Chun-yeong looked down the alleyway, through the bleak fog, and something started to approach. Chapter 481 Episode 481. A date that calls for a storm (1) Chichichit. Chi-chi-ji-ji-sit! The strange sound of insects crawling echoes. The four people who had already hidden themselves in the alley looked at what was approaching them. thud! thud! thud! Green eyes shed between the empty helmets. ck-skinned tentacles crawled over the iron armor. Its a bizarre monster that Ive never seen before. Outside the tower to think theres something like that going around. Nonsense. Is this real? Everyone held their breath. Aside from the simple appearance the things you see right now are the kind thatpletely shatters themon sense you already know. Besides, inside the buildings along the alley, I sensed something more sinister. They say its the Vatican Theres no such thing as aplete hell. Yoo Chun-youngs eyes also became cold. Right then. Kei? An iron knight looked this way. I got caught! I erased my magic, but how? Do you have a skill that detects signs? Or through another method? I dont know why, but I need to respond right now. Run away or fight? The answer to that choice was immediately forced. Keeeh! Kyaaa! Three knights came running wielding different weapons. Its a quick and light movement that doesnt seem like hes wearing heavy iron armor. Took to me! The knight who ran up the wall quickly closed the distance. Everyonee back. Blue energy condensed on Yoo Chun-youngs feet. A whirlwind return. Boooooong! Along with the terrifying sound of the wind, Yoo Chun-yeongs legs moved like a living snake. Wow! The helmet of the first knight who rushed at it was bent as it was. The shock beyond imagination shook even the building. Yeonhwa noonas grandfather is a real monster. Its good, but its just the beginning. Melena swung her whip and knocked off the knights clinging to the wall. thud! cooong! Koooooo! The heavily drugged knights began to rampage more vigorously. dreaming The tentacles between the armor swarmed. fast! Chit! Melena tried to whip the whip once more. however. Chii profit! When the whip touched the tentacle, it turned ck and burned. Its not like poison. Although it was a red grade, the whip that Melena possessed was one of the holy relics. Never touch it! It hurts. Yoo Yeon-hwa clicked her tongue at Melenas words. It was because the main focus was to wear a gauntlet and perform martial arts in close quarters. Chunyoung Yoo is also good at meleebat. The option to continue fighting seemed hopeless. but. Even losing weight isnt easy. I am blocked with the outside! I cantmunicate I think that fog is interfering with long-distance detection itself. Drones flying in the sky are also hovering in ce like crazy bees that have lost their antennae. thud! thud! thud! Kiii. Kirik! In the meantime, new enemies continue to increase in the alley. Likewise, the statues with bizarre shapes crawling with tentacles. The only way out is to get inside the Vatican. shit. Run for now! Lee Tae-min yelled at his throat to burst. ? ? ? The first to arrive at the top of Mount Valha was the Goinmul Corporation. The winner has been eclipsed! Pudk jumped up from his seat. Ohhh! A stranger is number one. Isnt first ce better than second ce! The other elders around us also cheered. Of course, some of the elders who wished Raicha and the other strong candidates to win did not hide their difort. Must have yed some dirty trick. To think that someone other than an honorable and smart barbarian won the championship Ahh! A scream erupted from the mouth of the elder who was muttering dissatisfaction. Get out of the way. Dont block the road when people pass by. Jinhyeok stepped on his foot. The bone cracked as if he had aimed for an RBI properly. It was an act of giving away respect for the old man, but Jinhyeok went forward without even paying attention. Oh yeah. Good job. What. All the hard work was done by my colleagues. Thanks to that, I got a good insight into the barbarians toughing-of-age ceremony. ha ha ha. Chuck. Our disciple is very humble. Its because the body looks a little weak. When its time to work hard, youre very business. As expected, your disciple is different no matter what. Then I cant stay still. [Pudk activates his unique ability Earthquake!] Cuckoo Cuckoo! Because the force was adjusted, the ground did not crack, but a tremendous pressure was felt. Congrattions. Pudk reached out. A faintly trembling palm. If you hold it with your bare hands, it will tten like squeezing a dried squid. Are you trying to test it in the way of the chieftain? Dissatisfaction caused by an outsider winning. In order to put it to rest, this side also means to demonstrate the power that barbarians revere. Its a barbarian way of thinking. what good real contraction muscle. Let me show you that its not just about being big like a balloon. When he reached the top of Valha for the first time, he also acquired Pudks ability. [Seeded in copying the unique ability Earthquake!] [Earthquake] Difficulty to obtain: S Description: With Pudks unique ability, called the Storm Barbarian, he can emit energy from his whole body to cause an earthquake. Depending on the mastery of the ability, the power of the earthquake that can be caused varies, and the special effect that can read vibrations also grows together. [Copied abilities are stored in Memory of the World.] New abilities have been added again. How to integrate this will be a pleasant considerationter. And right now [Trait Earthquake is activated!] [Trait Right Hand of Tomb Grave is activated!] Two unique abilities were activated at the same time. At that moment, Pudks expression shed. what? The first thing I felt was doubt. Even though Dark Hwang praised him, it was all out of love for his disciple. It seemed that Jinhyeok, who had a weak-looking body, could not be physically strong. Wasnt that magical power or something the secret to strength? Surely it is. What is it? What is this intimidation that emanates from the body of a man who is much smaller and more delicate than himself? Above all, this unique vibration. Its simr to my ability Although it was still not ripe, this unique pounding was no different from his own Earthquake. thank you. Jinhyuk smiled and held hands. then that moment. Cuckoo Cuckoo Cuckoo! Power collided head-on. The enormous pressure was transmitted to the hand, but the giants arm received the power of Pudk without difficulty. Of course, even among those who watched, astonished exmations erupted. what? How can you shake Pudks hand with that body? Is the king looking after you? It must be like that. I dont know anything else, but it would never be possible by force. Of course you have to think that way. Wasnt Pudk the pinnacle of power among all the barbarians here in the first ce? It was the power of their king to whimper even a muscr warrior over 3m tall if he wanted to. however. no. look at me Pudk facial expression. Im trying to poop right now. Looking at the swelling of the blood vessels, its really true. Your face is also very red. It started half as a joke, but before I knew it, Pudk was working hard. On the other hand, Jinhyeok was taking it quite leisurely. -You should never look at your appearance and ignore it. That promise was firmly nted in everyones mind. Jinhyuk slowly loosened his grip. Big big. Its quite useful. He deserves to lead the group that passed theing-of-age ceremony first. Pudk tried to hide his half-crushed hand. The hand, which had turned white like the first snow due tock of blood flow, somehow even looked a bit pathetic. Then Ill just go. The business on the 31st floor was also over. Now is the time to go outside the tower and take a break. ? ? ? -Sessfully captured the 31st floor of the Goinmul Corporation. -Unknowns entry into the underworld 22 guesses about the unknown stairs. C Unveil special issue for a week at the Tower of Trials. Various articles poured in. The hot topic is definitely the Pandemonium and attacking the 31st floor. The entry into the demon realm, which has never been known about, has caused a great topic in itself. Its like putting dry firewood into a fire. For the time being, these two stories will fill the entiremunity. Its unfortunate that we couldnt find an hourss that onlysts 72 hours, but it doesnt matter because we can prepare for it in another way. By the way, there is no news from Taemin and Yeonhwa. It is said that the overseas entry procedures have be moreplicated these days, but it is strange that it is sote Until tonight. If there is no further contact, I will try contacting you first. It was when I was thinking about this and that. Your luggage is veryte, isnt it? Im sorry. I have a lot to prepare. Alice appeared from behind. Whoa. Jinhyuks pupils dted slightly. I waited for a long time, and I made a fuss about not seeing them preparing. Now that I see it, I think I know a little bit why. A white skirt made of silk with a gorgeous ck blouse. Even makeup that preserves the original face well without being excessive. Absolutely perfect. Gorgeous jewels that can only be seen in dramas also shone a lot. It was only natural that the people who passed by were so beautiful that they looked back with whispers, so attention was focused. Hey, you came out looking pretty today. Am I really? thank god. Since I was preparing this, since yesterday morning, how Hehe! No, I just did it lightly as usual. Its nothing. joy. Ellis lightly brushed her hair behind her ear. So, which part of the human world are we going to show you today? Ive gone through all kinds of hardships, so it should be a ce thats good enough for Jim to be satisfied. It wont be bad. Im worried that there are a little too many people but lets go. Jinhyeok grabbed Alices wrist and hurried her steps. huh? Ehh Elise followed with a face full of anticipation. The first ce we arrived at was the Cat Cafe. Cats of all kinds purred and roamed about. As befits a ce located in Cheongdam-dong, the interior is also very luxurious and sophisticated, unlike ordinary cafes. Oh oh oh. Your ears are cute. Do you like it? Very ssy and cultured on the subject of furries. aww dont bite dont eat that! contractor. Hurry up and put out something called chure. I will bring them under my power at once. Alice had a snowball fight with the cat. It feels like watching a battle of ranks between cats. It looks good to y around, but lets start by ordering something to eat. The chocte cake here is also excellent. Einstein Penner is also well received. Oh oh! Come on. hurry! Alices face was even more reminded of the sweet dessert and coffee. however. wee. Wee to Cafe Ebitrang. There was something strange about the part-timer who came to take the order. The familiar features and voice were the kind I knew the most. How are you guys here? Did you work here? The voices of Jinhyeok and Chun Yuseong crossed at the same time. Oh, Mr. Jinhyeok? Ellis was there too. Beside him was Theresa, who was wearing a uniform simr to the maids uniform. How is this I have a feeling that this outing will not be unusual. Chapter 482 Episode 482. A date that calls for a storm (2) Chun Yu-seong and Teresa. Judging by their appearance, it seems that both of them are working part-time jobs here. I can understand how it happened, but Money aside. For Chun Yoo-seong, being able to keep an eye on all sorts of cats must have been a pretty satisfying condition. Teresa, she must havee in the name of experiencing Korean culture or something. From the stores point of view, theres no reason to reject this perfect handsome man. It was a ma that attracted customers even when it was still. order. will you do it? customer? Its also a way to just leave without eating, but Cheon Yoo-seong smiled, mixing half of his business and half of his true heart. With a terrifying life. Uh huh. What did you say to the customer just now? I could be in charge of all the cats here today, but tell the boss toe out. CEO! Because the boss like that isnt there at the moment. Im sorry, but if you have anyints, youll have to tell my sword. Sreung! Chun Yuseong tried to take out the sword he had put in the subspace. Anyway, this madman is ready to wield a knife even in front of cats. Its done. Give me a chocte cake and two einstepheners. do you see this? If I point a knife at a customer, I will record it all and post it on the View Tube. Wouldnt it be better to kill it before taking it? Are you filming already? Jinhyuk peeked at the cell phone tucked into his sleeve. Seeing the cursed evidence, Chun Yoo-seongs eyes shook. I will bring it to you right away. hand. bastard Eat a lot and drink sparingly. When Chun Yoo-seong disappeared, I had time to catch my breath. This time Teresa showed interest in Jinhyeok and Elise. Are you two dating? Dressed up like that. Okay, its a date! I decided to y with just the two of us, the contractor, without the foolish saintess. Oh thats a bit envious. I also took care of everything in Korea. It was a long-awaited holiday, so I wanted to take a break. Teresa quietly ced her hand on the back of Jinhyeoks hand. Ive been through a lot in the past. How would you like me to spend time with you? hey! Foolish saintess! sorry. Teresa, this was pre-arranged first I just heard a rather interesting story from Europe. We are implementing a policy of istion by severing all contracts withrge guilds, but perhaps Top secret information about the Vatican. Arent you curious? I never thought this woulde out of Teresas mouth. Come to think of it, I know that the Rosenberg family also has a pretty deep connection with the Vatican. Because there is no ce that can build authority like the Vatican when ites to discussing the honor of famous European families. It is fun to y together. Rather than ying alone. This Stupid Contractor! Elise let out a sharp scream. ? ? ? The sudden intervention of Teresa changed the situation slightly. how to say It must be said that life is mixed in the air. Every moment I breathe is like a te of thin ice. It feels like Im here to raid a boss monster rather than on a vacation. gulp. Dry saliva flowed down Jinhyuks throat. The current location is an ice rink. Numerous couples and families gather to enjoy winter to the fullest. Whoop whoop. How is it? This is the family head of the Ataraxia family. Elise skated gracefully. Its unbelievable for the first time Ive ridden it. The ability to cross the ice naturally made me think of figure skaters. On the other hand, Teresa, as if skating was difficult, repeatedly hit the butt. Are you okay? Jinhyeok approached and stretched out his hand. Ouch thats difficult. Its called skating. Its a bit tricky to get the bnce right the first time you ride it. But if you fall down a few times, youll be able to get on quickly. Whoops. Jinhyeok is really kind. thank you. Theresa smiled and stood up holding her hand. Elises eyes, which had been watching,y straight. His cheeks puffed out as if his displeasure had piled up to the top of his head. Quadang! Elise, who fell down in a riotous motion, pped her arms. Quickly lift up the load, lift it up, and blow on it with a shout. It hurts too much. An awkward y. Normally, hed rather hit me at least once, but Anyway, I cant get enough of it. Jinhyuk lightly lifted Alice up while clicking her tongue. It was a bonus that he brushed off the ice powder from his hair. Hehehe. Alice burst into a big smile. But that was just then. Ha ha ha, the kingdom of ice is very sticky. Its vulgar without even this much body pain. Its a ce where a lot of people gather, so please observe basic etiquette. Familiar voices pierced my eardrums. Master? probably not No matter how much But that unique loudugh and the nagging scolding it were unmistakably the dark emperor and the chuhonsayeong. When Jinhyeok witnessed the two of them, he pressed his temples with his fingers. I heard Pudk gave a mountain of offerings tomemorate passing theing-of-age ceremony. It must have been used to get out of the tower. Anyway, the fact that the two of them came to the ice rink is very unsettling. A cataclysm is predicted in a different way from Alice and Teresa. This is how we do it. gracefully. Riding the ice gently Do you understand? Chuhon Sayeong skated with natural footwork. Not only did he seed in the triple axel in just one run, but he also continued advanced techniques one after another. This skillful field is also a yground for condolences and contemtion. but. Its not a sick swan, so its not like its so sluggish to be excited? Ill show you how to y winter at the main school. ck Heaven Demon King. Red Wind. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! A huge snowstorm broke out. The red top rotating on a single axis evaporated everything in front of it. Quaaaaa! What is this? Even run away! A pir of prominence appeared in the middle of Korea. This ce is hell. at least simr to that. Catch it! I see the guardsing running blowing whistles. Lets go out and get some rest. I have something to tell you. huh. i get it! Good, good. Alice and Teresa answered simultaneously. It was because it seemed obvious to me that if I acted like someone I knew, I would be arrested as well. The ce we moved to was the dining room next to the ice rink. Ramen with chewy noodles in a hot and spicy soup, tuna gimbap, and ros tteokbokki with lots of cheese are ready. It was cold and they were moving a lot, so Alice and Theresa everyone stuffed their cheeks with food. Its like looking at two white hamsters. He is stumbling around and stocking up on winter food. it is delicious? Yeah perfect! I keep eating Korean food no matter how many times I eat it. I think its better to eat it especially when its cold. After eating all the food, the two clung to the snowke shaved ice this time. good. I think this is enough to fill my stomach Mr. Teresa. Jinhyeok started talking in earnest. Yes. Whats going on with the Vatican? That I heard about it a while ago. There are rumors that the cardinals and pdins belonging to the Vatican are disappearing one by one. Is it disappearing? Cardinal Trotia, Cardinal Laitman, Commander-in-Chief Alfonso. Cassanne 1st ss priest. Etc., at least it haspletely disappeared from public appearances. Besides that, many of the core members are not visible. All four are core members of the Vatican. There is no way that they disappeared in a power struggle. It must be true that for some reason it has be a situation where it should not be exposed to the outside world. And this is a bit of a nonsense story. I had to go to the Vatican the other day and I heard a sound like a bug crawling between the statues in the aisle. It was the first bug Ive ever heard, not a small flying insect My father said it was nonsense, but I definitely heard it. As for the sound of insects? Could it be that you found a clue about the book? No way. It is impossible to find such advanced information in the Vatican alone. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. Whats for sure is that things get pretty fun. First of all, we should all get on a ne together tonight. Teresa, is it possible to use the diplomats private ne? A sudden decision to go to Europe was made. ? ? ? It took about 12 hours to arrive at the Vatican. I wanted to go on a trip to Europe, but it wasnt like this. Its like thest time in Outbreak, and its like this time too. I feel like Im visiting only to solve a case that puts humanitys life and death on the line,pletely separate from tourism. contractor. Alices voice sank. He felt that the fog flowing along the wall was unusual. Yes, I know. Its a barrier. What if its a barrier? Theresa asked. It is an erosion-type barrier, and it has the characteristic of gradually swallowing the terrain outside the tower and transforming it into a third realm. Its a very rare kind This is a bit surprising. To be precise, the end of the horizon. It is a barrier equivalent to a whopping 12 stars. If the zodiac sign is the confrontation of the stars that symbolize light. The end of the horizon is one of the 12 barriers that symbolize the ancient times. I knew that the 50th floor was also moving to get the Necronomicon, but I didnt know that they were using the Vatican. Lets go inside first. Are you okay? Id rather ask for support from otherrge guilds if the situation is this suspicious If the Vatican is determined and plotting things, theyll ignore all opinions anyway. Even if they forcefully organize a raid, it wont be of any use here anyway. Jinhyeok stepped forward. At first nce, he seemed reckless, but no one said anything more. Always do what Jinhyeok tells you to do. It was because he knew that it would produce the best results. If you are Jinhyeok, you must have something in mind. Thats right. Although the contractor is a bit evil, there are no gaps in the work. Im grateful that everyone thinks positively, but to be honest, I need a little luck from now on. Took. Jinhyeok was the first to cross the fence. Shoot aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa. Immediately, an unpleasant and damp fog prated the skin. Eyes of gluttony This fog was scanned. [Curse of the horizon] Description: Due to the ancient barrier, the area is being eroded. Just like when the Tower of Trials first appeared, the surrounding terrain and features as well as many The relicization of is happening. You can choose one of the specific items here (personal choice relic 0/1) Yes, choosing one of the many items that exist throughout the Vatican. Thats the Necronomy here. This will be the key to getting clues about Con. Chapter 483 Episode 483. To the inside of the Vatican (1) It has already been experienced once that ordinary objects be sacred relics due to magical powers. But this time its a little different than back then. Because the magic powering out of the tower waspletely contaminated. What kind ofbination should the three of us choose to have some potential? Jinhyeok walked down the ornately decorated hallway. Starting with the sword, knife and bow, you can see numerous artifacts airlifted from the Louvre Museum. It must have been prepared in advance by the Vatican for this event. contractor. Jim likes this. Elise pointed to the jewel in the ss tube. After magic power was injected into the ruby that Louis XIV cherished in the past, its luster became even more intense. Alice, who usually likes rare things, is naturally greedy. You know Im not here for leisurely shopping, right? Its all natural. Jim just thought that the jewel would be of great help to our team. Hes lying. At first nce, the jewel flies back and forth in his eyes. The mouthwatering water is clear evidence. What about Teresa? Hmm. I think this will be good. Teresa pointed to a torture device used in the Middle Ages. Another unusual thing popped out. Iron Maiden. Once inside, the whole body bes full of holes. Im surprised. Teresa-san is too violent to choose. I see it. The magic I feel here is a little interesting. Its like as if divine power is alive and breathing I guess. Divine power is alive and breathing. The expression is quite interesting. But Iron Maiden is definitely not a bad choice. The special effect with a guaranteed CC was quite a headache from the opponents point of view. Because it has strong restrictions, not everyone could handle it. Then I Finally , Jinhyeok looked through the disy cases. One of the things he was watching with interest was the paintings hanging here. Each painting has a special ability, and depending on which painting, that ability can be fully developed. It changed, but that was the moment . A deafening roar could be heard from across the dark passageway, and goosebumps ran through their bodies . Kung! Kung! Kung! What appeared along the aisle was the fossil of a gigantic dinosaur. Red mes shed along the empty pupils. Kreurreu The strongest predator of the Cretaceous period, Tyrannosaurus. It has an enormous body that fills the hallway, and ck tentacles protruding from bone to bone. Even at a nce, it looks like it was influenced by the Necronomicon. There must be someone who chose fossils as holy relics . I will! Teresa took the lead with her divine power raised . The Tyrannosaurus sprinted at full speed. The distance narrowed in an instant. The huge mouth collided head-on with Theresas shield. Kwaaaaaa! A tremendous roar rang out. Along the path the Tyrannosaurus passed, the ground caved in and the walls were covered with tentacles. It was dyed ck. Its big. But Teresa frowned a little, but didnt push back at all. It wasnt because of her unique divine power. [The holy relic Iron Maiden activates!] [Due to the sensitivity of the chosen person The effect of the ability is enhanced!] The power to restrain the target. The body of the Tyrannosaurus began to slowly bend into the translucent thorns. As red blood flowed from the Iron Maidens eyes, the force of the pressure intensified . The sharp thorns pierced the bones mercilessly . In the end, the body of the Tyrannosaurus waspletely shattered with a desperate scream. Oh my God Teresa eximed exmation mixed with admiration, because she couldnt believe that such a powerful relic existed outside the tower. .So thats why I told you to choose wisely. Ill pick something else for Jim too, something big and powerful and worthy of Jims rank! Ellis looked at the new object with twinkling eyes, Sorry, but once you choose, you cant change it again. What? No, shouldnt such an important story be told in advance! Youve already got your eyes on the jewel, so no matter what I said, Im sure the seed got eaten? And that jewel might suit you surprisingly well. Being attracted unconsciously means that you have a good match . I stopped in front of a painting. Even if Im not interested in art, Ive heard of it at least once. [Would you choose Munchs The Scream?] A painting depicting a man with an expression as if he had really lost his country. This is the best. The fact that the selection window appears means that no one in the Vatican has chosen this yet. Indeed, in a yard overflowing with all kinds of weapons, armor, fossils, statues, etc., there is no way anyone would be interested in a painting unless you know the exact value of the item . The corner of Jinhyeoks mouth went up. From now on, its time to explore the Vatican in earnest. ? ? ? The dungeon of the Vatican. The Catb. Among those belonging to the Vatican, this ce that only the Cardinals know about, ispletely away from modernw. Originally , this dungeon should have been empty, but today I felt quite a lot of people . Under the dim candlelight, a thick mans voice was heard, Anyone besides these people? The second voice was filled with worries. Just recently, some rankers from Korea had infiltrated deep inside. Some were captured and imprisoned, but two are still missing. In the meantime, new intruders have appeared again. Of course, you cant help but feel ufortable. Hes an older brother. Hyung. Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min, who were locked up inside the prison, bit their lips. So who are they? Those intruders? This is Kang Jin-hyeok, Alice, and Teresa from the Goinmul Corporation. As expected, I lost contact with my colleagues, so I moved myself. I dont know about others, but Kang Jin-hyeok is not easy to touch. He is so famous, and even if he puts it aside, hes so strong that its hard to handle. Id rather appease him to some extent andpromise Monsters that cant interfere. Its the current Dead Person Corporation that has such strong people. The intruders who just entered were also famous rankers that the intelligence department knew, but Kang Jin-hyeok must have apletely different fundamental. Even the Vatican couldnt easily touch it. . Cardinal Trocia. Yes, please, Cardinal Leitman. We have a great mission. Dont you know better how much trouble we went through to find this sacred relic that the angelsmanded? Of course I remember them clearly. A fountain pen lying on the table. I dont know what its exact identity is, but the moment I unlocked the inscription engraved on this fountain pen, the entire Vatican was flooded with tremendous magical power. The objects inside became relics just like when the tower first appeared. Many of them Recognized for its status, it has a power simr to that of a holy relic. A grace that only the chosen can obtain. Leightman had no intention of giving up this sacred privilege . I n to protect this even if I use a trick. How can I call myself a worshiper of a god if I bend my faith to those apostates who only care about their own interests? Thats right. I lost my temper for a moment and made a mistake. Its okay. Like you said, youre touching the beehive, so you need to be careful. Leitman, who nodded, called out to the middle-aged knight wearing white armor this time, Knight Commander Alfonso. How many pdins havepleted their 2nd awakening in the Vatican? Since we are attacking the 26th floor of the haunted mansion, about 70% of the Knights are away. Therefore, there are about 20 Pdins, including myself, in charge of internal security. Twenty people This is an insufficient number to stop those monsters. However, there are two variables here: a holy relic that only one person can choose from, and a variable called the Catbs, which have beenpletely changed due to magical power . has preempted the best ones. Not to mention, due to the grace of God, each Holy Relic has greatly improved its ability, so the starting point itself will be iparable . Relic. Leitman stroked his chin with his finger. Lets start the rabbit hunt. ce the Pdins. Ill report this to the angel again. All right. yes. Trocia and Alfonso nodded, Ah, dont neglect to keep Yu Chun-yeong and the red-haired woman. If you end up joining Kang Jin-hyeok, it will be a headache. Laitman added a word: ? ? ? It really creeps out endlessly. It feels like entering some kind ofrgebyrinth. Alice and Teresa calmed down. The fierce battle that had already been fought for more than three hours. Nevertheless, the number of enemies approaching showed no sign of disappearing. Jinhyeok brushed off the bone powder from his dagger. Its because I got a fountain pen Thats right. I think Ive learned the basics of how to use it. Fossils of various dinosaurs, as well as saber tigers and mammoths a little while ago, had a fight. All of them were only infected with tentacles. It doesnt make sense that Nyathotep ate with Eden How on earth did you boil the Vatican bastards? ? Did another variable intervene? Or that one of the angels was stuck with the 50th floor. Or it could be that one of the senior managers who hasnt moved yet intervened. There were many possibilities, but its all spection. Definitely . Contractor . What are you going to do now? You cant keep fighting these artifacts. What What are you saying you need to find here? Saving Yeon-hwa and the otherses first. The stairs leading to the dungeon are hidden, so lets start looking for them. Jinhyeok. You cared for your colleague. contractor. Theresa and Elise opened their eyes wide. hmm. If there is a fountain pen at this time, I wouldnt say its hidden somewhere in the catbs. It seems strangely moved, but there is no need to break it. Kuhm. Jinhyeok took out a sweet potato from the subspace with a grave expression on his face. mosquito? Gumaya. From now on, look for a different smell on the floor, okay? mosquito! From the perspective of others, it seemed that he was struggling to save a colleague who might be in danger as soon as possible. Chapter 484 Episode 484. To the interior of the Vatican (2) Inscriptions carved into the marble floor. Among them, there are parts where patterns and patterns are misaligned. Mosquito Mosquito! The sweet potato stood right in the gap and waggled its tail. It was a bonus to send a strong gesture asking for praise, like a cat who bit a mouse. good job. Kumaya. Jinhyeok stroked the sweet potatos hair. [Currently, the 4-star barrier Distorted Vision and the 5-star barrier Seal are spread out here.] I put a pretty cute barrier. I think I put a lot of effort into it in my own way, but Even at a nce, I can see a lot of weak parts. [The unique ability Ancient Barrier is activated!] The barrier disappeared with one light gesture. Chunk! Kurur Kuung! The stairs to the basement appeared with a loud bang. Oh, it feels like Im on a proper adventure for the first time in a while. Whoa. Selling sounds good. How did the Vaticane to be like this Elise and Teresa each had different feelings. however. What is this? Jinhyeoks eyebrows curled into a reverse shape. The magical power felt under the underground passage. Among the holy relics in the Vatican, it is identical to that of the most heterogeneous kind. However, that relic must be a half that cannot be used. Youll never be able to use it in a normal way. For some reason, a feeling of uneasiness creeps in. If possible, I hope my predictions are wrong Serung! Jinhyeok pulled out two daggers. Perhaps they also prepared something below. Lets move with as much vignce as possible. As I descended the stairs, a musty smell stung my nose. Since it was a ce rarely visited by people, the inside was full of mold and cobwebs. How far did it go down like that? By the time I felt that I had passed the 10th basement level. shoot it A dazzling light greeted everyone. An unimaginable sight of a dungeon. Filled with blue liquid, it was a huge aquarium. Is this really the power of a fountain pen? The more you look, the more unusual things are rted to the top floor. Ugh. Should I go into the water? Theresa put on a slightly troubled expression. Because they were armed with thick armor and shields, their breathing and movements were restricted in the water. Do not worry. I will solve that part. In preparation for such a time, various abilities were copied and collected. Not even theke at the top of the tower. Just the amount of water it contains wont be a problem. [Inherited skill, Will of Ocean Current is activated.] Ugh! The water in the aquarium fluctuated. To be precise, the water split along the path Jinhyeok walked. Oh my God, even magic rankers who specialize in water cant even dream of a level like this Whoops. My contractor is great. Lets go. Yes? yes yes! Jinhyeok led the way, followed by Alice and Teresa. ? ? ? That was when I reached the bottom of the aquarium. Stop. For the first time sinceing here, I heard a human voice. A long sword with the Vaticans signature pattern on white armor. Even the divine power thatpletely covered the whole body. He must have been a Holy Knight belonging to the Vatican. I was annoyed with only dealing with fossils, but I finally get to see my face. Even if you came uninvited, isnt the hospitality too harsh? Its shameless to enter someone elsesnd illegally. yer Kang Jin-hyeok. I will make a formal protest to Korea about this. Well, I think the government will understand if they see this. On the contrary, wouldnt it be more difficult for you if it became known that you joked like this outside the tower? I dont know, but it will be an achievement for all countries. Because they did such dangerous things for their own benefit. If we are going toe out that way, this incident should not be known to the outside world is our position. Are you going to kill me? Are you serious about that? There is nothing I cant do. If this wasnt the Vatican, I wouldnt be your opponent, but this is our home. The pdin extended his sword forward. My name is Alfonso. I am the knightmander who is in charge of all the pdins here. I know you dont have to introduce yourself. Youve heard of the names of rankers who received an official knighthood from the Holy Kingdom in the Empire. Cuckoo Cuckoo! A ck shadow began to approach from the water in the distance. Large piranhas and sharks over 1m in size. What is unusual is that they are alsopletely different from ordinary fish due to the influence of the fountain pen. Tear and eat them all. Alfonso injected magic into the sword. Keeeh! Kyaaaaa! Hundreds of piranhas and sharks on both sides attacked at the same time. Ill take the one on the left! Insignificant things like that. Theresa crossed herself. Elise summoned skewers made of blood. Awesome! Pupper puck! No matter how strengthened she is, she cannotpete with Teresa, who has honed her divine power to the limit, and Alice, who has reached the pinnacle of a species. The body of the piranha was cut with one knife. Alices skewer turned the sharks body beyond recognition. Mosquito Mosquito! Sweet Potato also grabbed a piranha that had attacked him with both hands and bit it hard. Keck! Keeeeee! The piranha throbbed all over the body, but could not escape the grip of the sweet potato. however. He must have cut himself to pieces and stopped breathing. Tentacles protruded from between the severed torsos and glued together the severed surfaces. Kiii. A wound that heals quickly. The piranhas and sharks quickly returned to their original form as if they had been attacked. [The holy relic Apollons Room is activated!] The ability to heal wounds and grow every time you die. This is the power of the holy relic. In addition, if you have this divine magical power given by the gods, the effect is multiplied several times. ck tentacles protruded from the piranhas body. Pupper puck! Elise responded right away, but the result waspletely different from before. Things that should have be rags to the harpoon endured at the level of losing their tentacles. This entire room is a holy relic. No matter how much you do, you wont be able to escape from these guys who are getting stronger! Alfonso eximed confidently. I was definitely well prepared. If you think about howrge guilds usually handle things, its overly thorough. However, if Alfonso is misunderstanding It is that this side can use the holy relic as well. Whoa! The jewel Ellis had shone dazzlingly. [The holy relic Tears of the Sun King is activated!] A drop of bright red liquid dripped from the ruby. like a drop of blood. In the blink of an eye, the liquid that fell soaked into the water in the aquarium. This holy relic is a bit special It has the power to transform gas or liquid into its own attributes. Because the control was so tricky, no one chose it, but it means that if you know how to use your abilities properly, you can unleash incredible power. slowly. The water turned bloody. Its not just the color that has changed. This unique fishy iron incense. Blood? Alfonso opened his eyes. The piranhas and sharks trapped in the bloody water were writhing in pain. On the other hand, Alice, who had to deal with a huge amount of blood, was more lively than ever. Whoop whoop. The ck me Dragon is about to rampage on Jims right arm. It is difficult to act as a subject because it is overflowing with strength. My fingers were cracked. Pupper puck! Hundreds of skewers hacked the entire aquarium in one blow. overwhelming power. It seems like a storm made of blood is sweeping the whole area. Kiii Kekkee This time it doesnt even y. The perfectly open Blood Road prevented the wound from healing itself. It is quite usable. lol. Alice looked at the ruby hanging around her neck with loving eyes. Of all the holy relics, I was most attracted to it. It was only now that he seemed to know why. Alfonso, on the other hand, felt like he was having a nightmare. Since the holy relic, which was confident of victory, was destroyed, the shock was bound to be great. What kind of ridiculous power I thought rumors were exaggerated. It was theplete opposite. The power of the Goinmul Corporation was rather underestimated for a long time. Here if I get through, Ill be embarrassed to see the Cardinal. It cant be. If you cant solve even this much Eudeuk! Alfonso bit his mr as if he had made up his mind. now there is no turning back Activate it! Yes! I will follow your orders. May God be with the knightmander. The Holy Knights, who had been hiding and chanting continuously, appeared all at once. Akashic multiple chanting. Holy fire Shairina. [The holy relic The Last Supper is activated!] There, thest of Christ and the 12 disciples. The banquet was added. If anything, the holy magic was activated to blow up the whole area. Beyond the ceiling of the catbs, pure white light poured in. That was the beginning and the end. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwaa! The heat that seemed to burn the whole earth. A single sh of light engulfed Apollon s room intact . It s a relentless attack. I never thought it would self-destruct there. Its quite powerful, but isnt there a load? How did the Pdins even do this I dont know what the heck is going on here. Thanks to Alice, everyone was safe without a single wound. Although most of the magic contained in the ruby was consumed, just avoiding the fatal blow was enough to do its job . A cardinal is a position that prioritizes honor and authority. He is not good at fighting. Judging from the wave of magical power, it was felt that the fountain pen was also not far away. ? Following the guidance of the sweet potato, we went into the deepest part of the catbs . He is a living human being. flesh Give me fresh flesh! Glory be to Pharaoh! Tattered mummies blocked the road, but not to the extent of hampering them. Because the main force was ced at the very beginning, there were no proper traps from then on. After about 30 minutes passed, the three of them were able to reach the deepest part of the catbs. A ce simr to a chapel. In the center was a fountain pen, the purpose ofing here. of course. youre here. Kuh. Cardinal Leitman Trocia, the main culprit of this incident, was also waiting. I destroyed everything I prepared, so how are you going to resist ugly to the end? Or do you want me to calmly release my kids and pass that on? If you do that, I wont bother to inform the outside world about this. Jinhyeok smiled and made an offer, not a threat. Now, thinking that it would be over if I just put a spoon on the cooked rice. but. The expectation that it would be solved easily waspletely wrong. I did everything you asked. You are a great being. Thats right. Suddenly, Leitman Trocia lowered his head. at the same time. A third person appeared from between the pirs . I finally get to see the human who tormented my mother so much. It took a lot of hard work toe this far. This voice cant be Thrilling! Throb! Throb! heart beating fast. Nerves all over the body arose. Chapter 485 Episode 485. Inside the Vatican (3) Naathotep. He is one of the few beings who can freely roam all the floors of the tower. I thought that guy would have cooked the Vatican. Seeing the cardinals trembling, saying that they were great beings and angels, it was obvious that they had introduced themselves as archangel-level divinities. I did everything as you were told. Sent punishment to that wicked cultist! Laitman and Trocia raised their voices. The authority that Nyathotep had already shown was so great that it came to the point of believing everything he said. Its absurd to believe that these friends are angels and follow them even though they look like that. Because people who are terrified believe what they want to believe. I was just telling you what I wanted to hear. Its bad taste. Listen as apliment. Nyathotep shrugged. I forgot to tell you a story, but I guess I should introduce myself first. My name is I know. Nyathotep. At Jinhyeoks words, the smile on Nyathoteps face disappeared slightly. Hoo. Did you know about me? I have to climb to the top of the tower someday, but shouldnt I know who the guys guarding thest gate are? In the meantime, I did some research on my own. inspection? Do you call that an answer? Only a fraction of those who know about the 50th floor. If even the deities who are firmly building their power in the upper levels of the tower are ignorant are we to believe that only humans or the like have found out their names? It seems that there is something behind you. This is impossible unless you have a very huge back belly. There are many doubts that I was deceived. Is it true that I researched hard and found out in order to reach the top of the tower? Puhahaha Hahahaha! Normal Normal. Im really going crazy. Nyathotep grabbed the boat and burst intoughter. You will not realize the weight of those words even in death. never. Theughter that had been going on for a long time ended. Aaaah the atmosphere changes and the air freezes. I know youre aiming for this fountain pen. Let me ask you one thing first. Why do you want this? Creepy! Goosebumps appeared on the three peoples skin. This is a monster that is located at the top among primeval beings. This is the status possessed by Nyathotep. That guy what the hell is that? Its aplete monster. Alice and Teresa muttered with nervous faces. My heart was beating madly and fast from the pressure that made me gasp and choke. Ive spent countless years in the tower, but this is the first time Ive ever seen a being with this much power. I didnt even have to say Teresa. but. Jinhyeok was the only one whose expression did not change even though he lived like this deep sea. Its definitely outside the tower It must have been a lot of restrictions. this horsepower. This power Its nothingpared to when I fought this guy with all my might on the 50th floor. It was a disaster that really defiedmon sense back then. You know what? If you came all the way here, it seems like we both know the answer anyway. I mean, tell me with your mouth whether the answer is correct or not. Necronomicon. A book that records your only weakness. This is one of the clues to find it. Secrets that should never be revealede out one after another. Its the moment when everything youve been trying to protect for eons of time copses. I hoped it wasnt a coincidence. As youve heard, its the worst trouble. I cant help it. Whoa! A white halo of light formed on Nyathoteps fingertips. There are circumstances, so I will guarantee your life. Instead, hand over Ellis behind you. what? Alice? This time, it was Jinhyeoks turn to be surprised. I thought about the number of different cases and prepared ordingly, but Alice was not among those options. Not even in his prime. It was because there was no reason to be interested in Alice on the 50th floor. Is there something about Alice that I dont know about? In the past, in the Corridor of the Fallen, because he couldnt sign a contract with Alice, there was no choice but to have rtively gaps in information. Jinhyuk wet his lips with his tongue. what the heck is this up to? There were many worries, but the answer was decided. No matter what happens, I cant hand over Elise. This kid is my precious colleague. Contractor Elises voice trembled slightly. I was quite impressed, so I put my hands on my chest and bit my lip. On the other hand. Thats an unfortunate answer. In that case, I will take you by force. [Nyathotep is Lv??? I activate the Tentacle of the Boundary!] Parts! The condensed light spread out. at the same time. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Tentacles mixed with ck and purple rose all at once along the ground. The tentacles in the shape of human hands possessed magical power that was different from what was felt in fossils. Ill see if I can survive even if myrades limbs are torn to pieces. Numerous tentacles swept the surroundings in an instant. Teresa created a barrier made with divine power. Wow! In one blow, the shield was shattered. Aagh! Theresa screamed from the strong recoil. Everywhere the tentacles passed, the color changed to ck and purple. inexorable power. How could Teresa destroy the Holy Shield that had been raised with full force so easily? Thats dangerous. Sheesh. Jinhyuk moved. [The unique ability Earthquake is activated!] The ground cracked like a turtles shell. The tentacles that had risen from the ground were also crushed by the piles of stones. I can only buy time with this. You must aim for the body. Even if Nyathotep was free to move, he wouldnt be able to show off his skills even outside the tower. Jinhyeok, who even activated Gamma Cheonryungbo, caught up with Nyathotep. A perfectly dug square. The two daggers loaded with sword steel shed. Awesome! Nyathoteps body split left and right. Youre cute. However, the wounds cut by the sword healed in the blink of an eye. This time it is my turn. Tentacles surrounded Jinhyeoks body in a circle. Parts Tsutsu! Purple orbs appeared from each palm. Taego, a power that only beings on the 50th floor can use. Each one of them is a huge mass of magical power. But just then Mosquito yee! Sweet potato roared in front of Jinhyeok. What formed in his mouth was the same white light. [Ancient sweet potato is Lv?? Activate Breath!] The hot heat and light gathered into one point. The purple tentacles had dimly lost their light. that power!? Nyathotep startled and shuddered. It was because the unique magical power felt in the breath of sweet potatoes was not unfamiliar. Memories of meeting you someday. No way That guy is Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Two different lights collided head-on. ? ? ? The chapel was smashed to the point where it was difficult to recognize its shape. The impact was so powerful that the impact was inevitable. The fortunate thing is that there are dozens ofyers of defense magic and barriers spread out here. Patter. Stones fell from the ceiling. Is everyone okay? Jinhyeok found hisrades among the rubble. Mo Mogiyi The sweet potato stumbled and fell into Jinhyeoks arms. The expression on his face was drawn, as if he had just poured everything out. Thanks to Kuma, I wasnt seriously hurt. Jim is fine too. Cough Cough. The voices of Teresa and Elise came through the smoke. Everyone seems fine. Keuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu00e What an annoying ancient species. I thought he was a normal type, but I would have thought he was a pureblood and also a guy with a title. Nyathotep looked at his charred arm. Unlike the cut, the wound healed noticeably slower this time. In addition, the number of tentacles was significantly reduced due to therge amount of damage. How dare you, the great angel! Do you even know what youve done! Cardinal Leightman, who continued to watch the battle, shouted. No, that guy is not an angel Shut up, apostate! No, even looking at that mass of tentacles, you can still say that you are an angel! Ive felt this for a long time, but I cant talk to fanatics. conversationalist. Whoa! A door 7.75m high and 3.96m wide appeared in the air. [The Holy Relic Auguste Rodins Gates of Hell is open!] The Holy Relic created inspired by Dantes Divine Comedy and the power to connect dimensions continued. [The powerful beings of hell are manifesting!] It alone tramples on enemies and wipes out all living things. This holy relic was a kind of double-edged sword. You cant control that, are you crazy? It doesnt attack the owner, so you can think about how to appease the demons after killing you. Right now, the first thing to do is to punish the great being instead! Hmm. Youll regret it Youre the one. As soon as the words were finished, the gates of hell slowly began to open. Cuckoo-kung! mes flew through the cracks in the doors. Even at a nce, unusual things were about toe out. Hahaha! Sess! Its done! Only Laitman clenched his fists. The magical power that oppresses the whole body is second to none evenpared to the top-level boss monster. And finally. The first existence appeared. Horns on the head. A lofty atmosphere full of dignity. Undoubtedly. It is an existence corresponding to the upper aristocratic ss . Laitman pointed his finger at Jinhyeok, but, Why should I do that? The words he heard werepletely different from Laitmans expectations: Thats it I called you. I am the owner of this relic. You mean you tried to arrest me with this imitation product? While telling me to attack that human? [Demon King Beriel rejects the relics intention.] Beriel snorted, Why are you saying you cant attack that human? Thats it If I had to choose just one person out of all the humans in this world, Id definitely choose that guy. What? Did you know Kang Jin-hyuk? Is it just knowing? Its a very disgusting rtionship. Ii Profit. Thats it. Theres another thing that can be summoned with this holy relic! Laitman injected mana into the relic again. A total of 2 chances. There will still be a powerful magic beast. At that moment. Kuuuung! Kung! thud! Something knocked on the door of hell. Making a fuss as if screaming to be let out. Wow! One side of the door just flew off. Kaga angle. With the sound of des dragging on the floor, a girl appeared in a fit of fuss. oh! what? I couldnt even say thank you because he disappeared without saying goodbye. Are we meeting you here? Behemoth. One of the ancient species in charge of Apocalypse saw Jinhyeok and waved his hand happily. How the hell is this going on!!!! Only Layte let out a desperate scream. Chapter 486 Episode 486. The only hope Necronomicon (1) Such nonsense How could this be possible! Only Layt swallowed the screams and screams that erupted from within. I couldnt help but swear. Its not like having a ss reunion in hell. What happened? It was because all the high-ranking monsters that came out through the holy relics knew Jinhyeok. Even if he unreasonably increased the number of times he used the holy relic, there was a risk that someone who could help Jinhyeok would appear again. What kind of trouble did you have this time? Call this body to this ce. It means there is a mountain of work to do after all. I came here on purpose. I did it because I could feel the familiar magic. So how have you been? Beriel and Behemoth poured out a storm of questions toward Jinhyeok. On the other hand. Nyathotep watched the situation unfold, biting his mrs. So you said. It would be better not to use that relic. Jinhyuk smiled. I wonder if he didnt know about the ranks and characteristics of the relics here. Well, Reitmans position is understandable. Although the gates of hell are half iplete, they must have judged that if someone from a higher deity helped them, they would be able to ovee their shorings. Thats why he activated the holy relic without hesitation. However, it was a defeat that he did not know the map and power structure of the demon realm that had changedpletely recently. Because its known to the world that it was Unknown, not me, who went to the Demon World. I couldnt have imagined that the Ancient Person Corporation would be intertwined with the higher beings of the demon realm. If you use these points well, you will be able to create a situation where you benefit as much as you do now. good. Now that we have two strong reinforcements should we try again? Jinhyuks head started spinning rapidly. ? You look like an idiot. Nyathotep vented his rage at the sight of Laitman and Trocia. Hey! Sorry. We just did it with the intention of helping. The two of them couldnt help but shake their heads. Nyathoteps gaze turned to Trocia. Trocia. What holy relic do you have? Now that the Gates of Hell are useless, the only thing left is the holy relics that Trocia has. At the very least, you need a relic that has the ability to distract enemies. Dont worry. angel Even if you dont, I have something prepared for you. Trocia quickly pulled something out of her bosom. a human skeleton [The holy relic of the Inca Empire, Atahuallpas Grudge is activated!] A blue jewel shimmered on his forehead. The power to summon and build the ancient Inca soldiers. Individual fighting power was not very high, but instead boasted overwhelming numbers. At the very least, it should be enough to catch the enemys ankles. They are soldiers who have been preparing with great effort for three months! Trocia held the skull high with both hands. however. huh? Something is strange. Trocia tilted her head. There was not a single warrior in sight who was supposed to be pouring in from the underground below. How did this happen? Why is no one there? Trocia activated the personal status window. When the screen connected through thetv was yed, I could understand why the warriors were noting. Kwaaang! Pupper puck! It should all be wiped out. I dont have as much stamina as my grandfather did! Chunyoung Yoo and Melena ran wild. Kuaaa! Koooooo! The warriors wielded spears and swords, but they were no match for Yoo Chun-young. just strong transcend age and level. Just like showing what a martial artist who does pure nothingness is. Yoo Chun-yeongs body burrowed among the warriors at an invisible speed. The shield and armor were shattered like sheets of paper in the kick that seemed to bring down a mountain. In addition, Melena added support, and hundreds of warriors were tied up. The path to the top of the narrow entrance ispletely blocked. Nyathotep. You had a lot of troubleing down here from the top of the tower, but you should have prepared a little more to fight me. Parts! Jinhyeok infused each sword with a different attribute. Mand and Blessing of the Stars. The two magical powers burned intensely. Dont you know that swords dont work? Nyathotep gathered the tentacles once more. All of the wounds inflicted by the sweet potato were soon healed. Who says only dealing with this? Jinhyeok concentrated the magic he had gathered on the tip of his sword. Mooogiii! The sweet potato that had been supplied with magic opened its mouth once more. The breath, abination of the three attributes, increased in size in an instant. [Teresa activates her unique ability Call of the Stars!] I will join you. The ceiling was dyed ck like the night sky. Countless floating stars responded to Teresas call and gathered. at the same time. A ferocious aura rose from Elises side as well. [Ellis activates her unique Holy Spear, Revtion of Gaebyeok!] A ring dyed red and a pair of wings appearing on either side. Skewers made of blood filled one wall. I dont know why you want Jim, but the only ones who can own Jim are the contractors who signed the contract with Jim. The head of Ataraxia. The pure-blooded Jinjo also contributed. Whoa! Various magic papers ovep. But its not over yet. Behemoth and Beriel infused magic into the breath. [Beriel summons his unique holy spear Dark Spear Kishan!] [Behemoth is Lv?? I activate Stormstep!] At this point, there is no ability that has the power to kill Nyathotep. Its a natural story. The Tower of Trials was a game where the bnce copsed mercilessly the higher you went up. Even so, if enough mana is gathered. You can create an opportunity to bnce it. Cuckoo Cuckoo! The earths axis shakes violently. Magic beyond imagination ate everything. It was a breath that could not even bepared to the previous breath. Youre annoying. No matter how much Nyathotep I am, it is burdensome to ept this head-on. The tentacles stretched forward in unison. It is intended to aim before the breath ispletelypleted. Right before the tentacles touch the sweet potatos body. [Ancient species ??? summons its unique sacred spear Sword of Condemn!] Sweet Potatos unique sacred spear was manifested. Originally, it was a sword that could only be summoned by the main body, but this became possible when arge number of magic powers were supplied. Roaring! The zing sword galloped, burning its tentacles. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! As the stones evaporated, a ray of light split the space. Kuaaa! Quaaaaagh! Laitman and Trocia screamed. The scream wasnt very long because the whole body had evaporated. Nyathotep was the only one who drew in tentacles to resist the breath. Keuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu To endure that much in a state where there are a lot of restrictions. Indeed, Nyathotep is Nyathotep. But the one shot that determines the oue of this fight is not the sweet potatos breath. [The relic Munchs Scream is activated!] [The Trauma effect is applied to everyone within a radius of 175m!] [Except the caster.] Munchs Scream reminds me of the memories I want to erase the most. It has the power to disrupt concentration. In a situation where seconds arepeting, a big variable can be created. The biggest downside is that the effect is applied to allies as it is. Aagh! sorry. I will definitely pray and eat. I will not fall. Hey. Jim is not a second grader. I mean absolutely not. Mosquito! Hey you crazy human. What kind of lightning is this! I was an ancient pig. No, it might have been an amoeba. Hehehe Different screams rang out. Cheer! Kuh Nyathotep frowned. The tentacles trembled thinly in unison, probably recalling a bad memory. The effect of the trauma worked, albeit a little. Originally, Nyathotep doesnt work with mind-type abilities but this is outside the tower. The light of the existing authority is fading. This is because the stronger the chain, the thicker the chain of constraints. Now. [I have worn the Crown of the Path.] One of the strongest holy relics in the tower. The crown obtained from the Heavenly Demon was activated. Jinhyeok, who had reced the dagger before he knew it, brought out the Balmung. From Siegfrieds demonic sword that can cut down not only dragons but also divine powers, to the crown of defeat. If this is its enough to send Nyathotep back to the original floor. go away. to where you came from. Jinhyeok threw his sword at Nyathoteps side. round and round Balmung, which rotated like a pinwheel, flew to where the tentacles were. chump chump chump! Balmung cut off the tentacles. With nothing to stop, Nyathoteps body was exposed to the breath. Nyathotep pointed at Jinhyeok with his finger. Its because I realized that I cant stop it, but I cant run away. I will not forget today. almost at the same time as the The sword of condemnation that flew through the barriers of the Vatican disappeared into the sky. ? ? ? The fight in the Vatican is over. In the meantime, all the cardinals who had been conspiring while hiding themselves were either arrested or fled. The half-destroyed Vatican poured all its energy into recovering the damage suffered in this fight. It was announced that he would step down from all positions for the time being. Of course, there was no need to inform people of this tragedy, so everything was done in top secret that only a fewrge guilds knew. and present. The members of the Goinmul Corporation were spending several days vacationing at a vi owned by the Rosenberg family. Its a fountain pen Jinhyeok fiddled with the fountain pen he brought from the Vatican. On the outside, its just an ordinary writing instrument but there are quite a few hidden functions inside. It is a function that goes beyond simply turning the surrounding objects into sacred relics. [I use the fountain pen that hides the truth.] After injecting magic into the fountain pen, I put it on the paper I bought at the coin exchange. square. Then, without applying any force, the fountain pen moved naturally. A hidden ability that can only be activated in The Starving Writers Parchment. It is the ability to disy the location of the Necronomicon. Im sure they didnt know this either. That The Starving Writers Parchment was one of Lovecrafts relics. Dark mythology in an age without myths. The only person who recorded it was Lovecraft. The great explorer Pesis I met earlier was also one of the best explorers in the Tower, but Lovecraft was an unrivaled figure among the residents of the Tower. Because it is impossible even for the gods to be able to survive in that atrocious environment. One and only. Only one person has aplished such an impossible feat. Whoa! The fountain pen finally stopped moving. [The second clue to the Necronomicon can be found in Odins Memory.] Clearly written ck letters. What was written on the parchment was quite interesting. Since the given clues themselves are random, I wondered what they would give me this timeAre they Odins memories? Even if it wasnt so, I thought Id meet the Norse deities at least once. Even if it was to face Olympus afterwards. Jinhyeok put the fountain pen back into the subspace inventory. With this, the next destination has been decided. Chapter 487 Episode 487. The only hope Neknomicon (2) Do-ok Do-ok. Again. Water droplets fell irregrly. This is the 50th floor of the tower. It is one of the most secret ces among them. Nyathotep walked through a cave full of stctites. Sheesh The wound on her shoulder was still throbbing. His recovery was slow because he was forced to descend to the bottom of the tower and received various restrictions. How long did it take? At the end of the stctites, a room filled with rainbow colors appeared. And in the middle of it stood a man hidden in a ck shadow. Hmm? You see this often. Werent we supposed to not touch each other for a while? Still, I thought I should tell you how I handled things. Tsk tsk. Looking at it, it doesnt look very good. The man grew up. It was on purpose. I had to make him believe that things were going ording to his n. It wasnt about winning or losing this time. The man asked for only one thing. Alice. Because it was her life. It seems to be strong like the Jinjo who led Ataraxia. The integrity of the unique voicence. There was nothing left out of the efficiency and aggression of magic. but. A fatal weakness has been discovered. Perhaps it will bring down not only Elise, but the entire Corpus of the Dead. Nyathotep shrugged. Hoo. thats kind of interesting What is it? jealousy. The ugliest and most fundamental emotion that can be called original sin. Nyathotep observed Alices strong desire for Jinhyeok and the deficiency thates from not being met. Not only Alice, but also the people around her. As a result of my own investigation, I am certain. Heavenly Theresa. Yoo Yeon-hwa Lee Tae-min. Everyone wanted to be acknowledged by Jinhyeok and wanted to be with them. Whether it is expressed in a twisted way or concentrated in an overly exaggerated way. Strong jealousy and longing were thickly permeated in each way. Hmm. Attack that part? Arent there guys in charge of the seven deadly sins just in time? If my side offers an appropriate reward, it wille over. furthermore. In order to increase the jealousy even more, I n to sprinkle bait that the old man of Rosenberg cannot refuse. Hey, thats interesting. What kind of bait is it? Lets watch it calmly. Its no fun knowing everything in advance. Just know that it destroys the enemy from within. After listening to Nyathoteps exnation, the man stroked his chin with his finger. Take it down from the inside Certainly its the easiest thing to do without the primeval beings directly intervening. The operators, including the eagle owl, are already looking for an opportunity to steal. If you move too much and get restricted by the system, that will lead to troublesome situations. The worry didntst long. The man slowly moved towards Nyathoteps location. A real head rolls well. Hastings is also trying to move in earnest. Kang Jin-hyeok looks so sweaty. Is that stupid guy never getting tired of it and taking on challenges again? No. You prepared quite well this time. Do you remember? You worked with those dragons, Tamia and Exension, to find the ancient dragons bones? Youve found a way to weaponize it? It looks like that. A Destruction Dragon, one of the most famous among ancient dragons . A smile crept across the mans lips: Please, entertain me. Please give me an impetus to this dull, boring life. Just like a child right before going to an amusement park. Pounding! Pounding! Pounding! My heart, which had not been beating for a long time due to excitement and anticipation, started beating fast. ? ? ? The warm morning sunlight prated the window. Umm! Jinhyeok stretched while breathing in the fresh air. As expected, morning in a European suburb with good air feels like healing by itself. Even more so after handling all the big things. Its about a week after work at the Vatican . Meanwhile, Jinhyeok and the members of the Goinmul Corporation were having a proper vacation here . Jinhyeok walked around the mansion while savoring freshly brewed coffee. The lush forest, beautiful gardens, and even theke that seemed like something you would only see in a movie. The scenes of birds flying and deer ying made you realize that this ce really belonged to the Rosenberg family. Looks like the other kids are still sleeping Jinhyeok took another sip of coffee. The only thing that bothered him was how to approach Odin. Although he helped in his own way, in the end he was able to protect Yggdrasil. Failed to give it. From Odins point of view, there was no reason to favor this side . In other words , it was necessary toe up with a proposal that could surpass all of them. Several candidates came to mind, but none of them could be obtained in a short period of time. But at that moment, a familiar middle-aged man appeared . Dustin de Rosenberg, the head of the Rosenberg family and Teresas father. Thanks to you, I rested veryfortably. The house is really nice. Im d you like it. You can live here for the rest of your life, but its great as a newlyweds house. Ha ha ha. Its not easy toe in like a smirk. However, Jinhyeok smiled softly and politely declined the offer. Hmmmm. Well, if youre as good as Kang Jinhyuk, this mansion might not be noticed. Instead, our Teresa has a good heart and cooks well. He has a deep faith. I cant say it with my mouth, but his looks dont fall out anywhere. I dont know who is not a daughter fool. I can feel the paternal love for her youngest daughter. Well, Teresa is worthy of many men around the world risking their lives to court. Among the yers who climb the Tower of Trials, in the popr vote, she always ranks in the top 5. Above all , being able to back the Rosenberg family, which has as much wealth and honor as an international conglomerate, was a fraudulent condition . Jinhyeok shuddered. The cold air running down his spine. It was much colder than when he faced Nyathotep or Shubniguras. It was chilling . Cold sweat ran down Jinhyeoks back. Far away in the hallway At the end . I found a pair of red eyes looking at this side. Oh oh ! I could see cracks in the wall I was holding on to, and the whole building might copse if I wasnt careful. A really nice person, but right now I wanted to tell you that climbing the tower is the most important thing for the future of mankind. ! Indeed Dustin blurted out in shock, Thats right. I almost stopped taking care of myself. Im going to give up with this. I want you to know that thanks to this, you saved not only this mansion, but also your own life. From the enraged Jinzo. By the way . Dustin handed over a picture, How did you? Jinhyeoks eyes widened to the size of antern. The object in the picture was of a kind thatpletely exceeded expectations. Dustin lifted his shoulders. [David The Coronation of Napoleon] Difficulty to obtain: SS Description: The coronation of an emperor that was splendid and grand. (The time limit is 3 minutes and the cooldown is 1 month. However, the item may be destroyed if the power exceeds the allowable value of this item.) Older people, sickness or serious injuries . Whether wearing it or not. If you use this picture, you will be able to maintain your best condition. Even though it is only 3 minutes, it means that you can demonstrate the highest efficiency. If I use it I will be able to fully demonstrate my ability when I climbed to the top of the tower. Is it? Although the item is subject to the condition of being destroyed, it still has great value just once. Besides, this item has more than one merit. Strengthen. If you ask cksmith Orun, you can upgrade this painting. The chances of sess are slim, but old man Orun is worth a gamble. Its worth the risk. It was inevitable. The enhanced Coronation of Napoleon had a fraudulent abilityparable to Gap. [Partial regression is possible when strengthened.] Not just simply recreating a persons heyday but also making it possible to recreate the golden age of an era, the heyday of Northern Europe where Yggdrasil was growing firmly . But how did you get it? In the Titan Guild, while attacking thergebyrinth on the 22nd floor, I obtained it on my own by ident. Fortunately, the engineering chief there owed me a lot. Of course, even taking that into ount, I paid a huge price. If it is abyrinth on the 22nd floor it is said that it was obtained from the Battlefield of the King It is an atrocious probability, but it does not make sense at all . What do I have to do to get this? Hmmmm. Dustin coughed as Jinhyeok took the bait. It was a bonus that he looked like he had finally caught it. Tomorrow night, we are going to hold a Rosenberg-style engagement ceremony. The invited groom candidates gather to find Teresa somewhere in this mansion. .The winner gets everything from the Rosenberg family as well as Teresa. engagementceremony? Thats right. I can tell you the location of Teresa in advance if you want, yer Kang Jin-hyeok. Hahaha. Haa Jinhyeok let out a deep sigh. To get the item, you have to find Teresa. But if you do that, you will naturally get married. The biggest problem is Queen Jinjo, who is listening to all of this from behind. Alice, who now exudes a will to destroy the world beyond anger, was releasing her mana continuously. Kuku kuk kuk kuku! The entire mansion vibrated violently. What is it? Is it an earthquake? Be careful . yer Kang Jin-hyuk. Dustin covered his head with both hands. This is a ce where there are no earthquakes at all This is my first time too. The managers who manage the mansion also tilted their heads. Thishowe the atmosphere is unusual. In the worst case, it urred to me that even if I got my hands on Napoleons coronation, I might lose my life. Chapter 488 Episode 488. Hells fiancee battle (1) If anyone wants to be a member of the Rosenbergs, they must prove their qualifications. This was a tradition of the Rosenberg family with a long history. And because of that damn tradition, a fun vacation turned into hell. Haa Jinhyeok pressed his throbbing temple with his hand. Im sorry. Mr Jin Hyuk My father is so motivated Theresa repeatedly bent her waist at a 90 degree angle. Seeing him apologize with a look almost crying, he didnt even say anything Its okay. Its not Teresas fault. Thank you for your understanding. But please dont take it too seriously, as my father did it half-forcefully and half-jokingly. Well, the scale of the engagement event was no joke, but it ranged from the son of the head of arge overseas conglomerate to a ranker in arge guild and famous celebrities. The participants were also extravagant. Yeah, its okay until there. The problem is as if adding fuel to the fire, Elise let go of the strings of reason. C Ji Jim will also openly court! Im better than Rosenberg or Teresa! The whole world was turned upside down once again because of Alice who drank too much and turned on a live broadcast on View Tube. -Enriz: Wow, is this a true story? Did the mobak incident happen properly? -yer hides the past: ??. No, Alice is openly courting. The fan club alone has more than 5 million members, so what happens if all the members participate? -S ss: Howe its a hell party hahahaha -Little Big: Its said that additional invitations will be sent out, so millions of people wont gather. Like the octopus game. -Choi Woo-jin: It must be Peter. The reward is too deceptive. -Index: I got caught. Ugh haha. I heard that it will be released live, but I think you should watch it. -Kooksuk Kim: The dead person corporation might be very airborne? Since Dustin had already promoted this incident, attention was focused on it. With the addition of Ellis, an explosive issue broke out. All kinds of broadcasting stations and big-time view tubers flocked to Europe to get an interview, so it would be painful to say more than this. Its more than the karma you sowed. What do you regret now? Chun Yoo-seong, who joined as of yesterday, put on an expression of sympathy. Are you scratching someones stomach when you say that you havent seen each other in a while? I was just telling the truth. Whichever you choose, hell awaits. No, dont be too harsh. Please give me some good advice. Arent you going to have a lot of experience like this? Just looking at it, if its a woman problem, I think Ive been through everything from prenatal battles to aerial battles. Oh, with that look, you must have made countless girl fans cry. However, Chun Yoo-seong only coughed and spit out. Could it be that this guy was a natural monument? You are you real? No, if you go to medical school while doing the tower of trials, it seems to make sense Anyway, take care of yourself. damn it Why do I have to tell you this? Cheon Yoo-seong grumbled and left. ? ? ? The grand banquet hall located in the center of the Rosenberg mansion. This ce, lightly over 1,000 pyeong in area, was filled with numerous men. Hmm. This is going to be intense. I dont know which topic will be given, but it wont be easy. Still, being the son-inw of the Rosenberg family has its merits. Well, besides, if its Elise you can make a kinship with the Old Man Corporation. As I heard, the SS-ss item that Sir Dustin found in thebyrinth was also injured. As an engagement gift for my daughter. Its SS level thats an attractive condition. Either Teresa or Alice. If it can continue, thats great. You will be able to rise to a position beyond the master of arge guild while receiving all the attention and attention from all over the world. Right then. Ding! Ding! Ding! The clock pointed to seven oclock in the evening. Dustin, who was sitting in the seat of honor, stood up. All eyes were focused on one side. Kuhm! greatness! Now, everyone has had a hard timeing from far away. Not only my daughter-inw, but also Alice held her own event, so many people participated. A whopping 967 participants. We selected and selected as much as we could, but it was not enough to capture the poprity of Teresa and Elise. so Im going to add a little more rules to the existing skirmishes. Dustin snapped his fingers into the air. Tring! [You have used the special item Mini Event Crafting (A).] [The Strongest Fiance event is activated.] Description: Elise and Teresa are currently hiding in different ces in the mansion. Each applicant finds two people and puts their own sticker on the dress. However, in this event, all skills including unique abilities can be used, and special items can be purchased with cash. Time limit: 19:10 C 24:00 [Approx. 5 hours] Range: Entire forest including mansion [List of items] Motion detector: $5 million. Tranquilizer: $1.7 million. Sedative shot (1 shot): $300,000 / 3 shots: $800,000 Mansion map: $20 million. Pink Diamond Ring: $7.5 Million Bouquet of White Roses; $500,000 The cost of purchasing all other items will be used for the future wedding. Ohhh! It will be fun. The victory belongs to this body! Sounds iprehensible. Ill sweep away all the items called items. Participants cheered. The atmosphere instantly warmed up. It was already predicted how fierce thepetition would be. It was nned as if it were an event inside the Tower of Trials. Jinhyeok drank the wine on the table at once. Choosing Teresa for an item would force her to be engaged. In addition, it was obvious that the cataclysm called Alice woulde. However, if she chose Elise, all the items would be blown away. In the worst case, the corrupted Teresa might wipe out the mansion. But the most important thing right now is to figure out where the two are. This side should have the right to decide the choice. If at all possible, the other guys got their hands on it first, something irreversible would happen. By the way, the price is crazy for once? I said something because it was an item. Literally, it was aprehensive set consisting of only items that were quite usable in this skirmish. Although the price was not at the level of profiteering, it was close to the level of money. Seeing that you and I were sweeping up items, it seemed that only those who had no limit to their bnce had gathered. [The skirmish begins.] [10 9 8] The countdown has begun. The moment the count reaches 0. The participants flew in different directions. Arge number of people poured out into the hallways of the mansion or into the forest. The ce Jinhyeok chose was the guest room on the 4th floor of the mansion. Teresa, who knows how to build a house, wont be able to find it right now. It was clear that it would be a tough game of hide-and-seek given the five-hour time limit. Then, the first thing to aim for was Ellis. If it was Alice, of course she would be waiting in the best room in the mansion. fault. Jinhyeok, who activated Gamma Cheonryeongbo, reached the 4th floor in the blink of an eye. rattle. The door is open. Then, there stood Alice wearing a white dress and a veil. Is it because I usually wear ck clothes? The pure white dresspletely destroyed the existing image. also! I knew how to choose Jim, not that stupid saint. I won. That I won! Kyaaaaaaa! Elise jumped up and down in her seat. Dont be silly. What the hell are you thinking? But if I dont do this, the contractor who doesnt even notice will not look at me! Faster than that, attach the stickers you have. Huh? Then Ill give you all the items I keep in the subspace. Thats why Im much better than Rosenberg. I mean richer! Elise grabbed Jinhyeok by the sleeve and whined, Rank ! Im the deputy master of the Luna Guild. Im from a melonpany Everyone get lost! [Ellis activates her unique ability Blood Road!] Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! The window is stained with blood . Quaaaaa! Participants who tried to enter the room flew out of the room . Elise sighed and saved her magic, but only one man, the man with his hair turned back, withstood Elises unique ability . I used up all my strength. I think well have to go back. Im sorry I couldnt be of much help. The spirits around the man apologized as if they were sorry . The man patted the heads of the spirit beasts with a gentle hand. I was not used to it, so when I saw it again, I was annoyed. Lucius de Verakis. Heir to an English aristocratic family, talented in all fields. He is a so-called genius. Even before It was a headache from bumping into it once. Sure enough, he must have boarded the ne right after hearing Alices open proposal. Owner, we also want to change owners. Right! The man over there seems like a warm man to his spirit beasts. Haaa, have me. Noooo. Mosquito Mosquito! Miyooooo! Everyone be quiet. My head hurts. Each of the sweet potatoes and spirit beasts who came out to stop Elise from killing each other uttered a word . Jinhyeoks eyebrows curled up in reverse. Really? Do you really want to go that way? Oh no I was just saying that. Undine stammered, Ehehe, dont be too pressured to tell me. Really? then. How can I do it? All we have to do is break the contract between us and be free. Wow. Something seems simple. How do I be free? How can I do that Kkaang! The ice hammer made of cial molding mercilessly struck Undine on the back of the head. Undine passed out with foam at the mouth. Now, who wants to be free again? You can say itfortably anytime. I will make you more free than anyone else in the world. . . Of course, everyone kept their mouths shut and shook their heads vigorously . No. I expected it, but seeing it in person is even more disgusting. In my eyes, you look more venomous? No, do you like him that much? Obviously, I can give my all for Lady. Besides, even if I die, I cant hand over Lady to a vicious guy like you! Lucius pulled out a bunch of cylindrical things from his bosom. Is that? sh! shes of light shot out in all directions. Were you a cash bug too! Jinhyuk closed his eyes tightly. Im sure I remember the price of the sh grenade as $1 million . If you have money, you have it. If it ever happens, even if I sit down on the street Ah, tell them to go away! Elise pped Lucius in the face. Quaaaaagh! Lucius body was smashed along with the bed. Now give me something nice to say. sticker! Didnt I put it on? Are you on the run? For the sake of the end, the means are irrelevant. Im going to draw a lot of blood right now. Elise bared her sharp fangs. Its a pretty dangerous state that the eyes arepletely tasteless. Jinhyeok pulled out a dagger in both hands. Is it Alice? How about calming down a bit? Whoop whoop. Its not bad to rebel. You have to hold your spirit when you are newlyweds because it will befortable after that. Dont worry too much. Do you remember from the corridor? Im the type to save on delicious things. Whoops! Red skewers appeared behind Alices back. The red drops of blood contrasted with the pure white dress created a very grotesque scene. For now, lets aim for survival. Jinhyuk swallowed dry saliva. Chapter 489 Episode 489. Battle for Fiancee in Hell (2) Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa! A section of the hallway has turned into a swarm. The reverberation of terrifying magical power. Only the sparsely studded red skewers told us how absurd the blow had been. Whoop whoop. The new bridegroom is shy. Run away in front of the bride. Alice walked out of the bedroom with a face wet with madness. Iron felt in the air. Small drops of blood began to fill the air. Creepy Downy hair stood up along Jinhyeoks spine. shit. This is a bit dangerous. Alice, who hadpletely turned her head, was strong enough to transcend imagination. A vampire weapon was created to achieve only one purpose. Its Alice! Ohhhh! You were here. Im going to woo you first? Heehee!? The men who were running turned their bodies in the same way they came. It was because Elise, who spewed out murderous flesh, was so hideous. Even the pure white dress was stained red with blood, and the full-scale hell began. fault. Jinhyeok took his seat. In an instant, the ce where I was standing before turned into a beehive. Are you really going to kill me? A groom with holes pierced on the first night of his honeymoon. There can be no death more miserable than this. Anyway, avoiding everything and taking care of yourself! No, it was really close. Did thest skewer really nearly blow your leg off? dont worry. If you dont have legs, Ill support you by your side for the rest of your life. No Would you prefer that side? You cant go anywhere without me. Alices eyes changed even more strangely. Its not a joke, its a serious threat to life. But Ive prepared strong reinforcements in preparation for this situation. Jinhyeok opened the subspace inventory. Dalgrak! With the sound of bones shing, a skeleton warrior appeared. It was a T-Bone. It was summoned without warning, but it is still equipped with all weapons such as armor, shield and sword. T-Bone! I have something urgent to ask of you. master. A long time. If you ask me, what kind of Kwaaaaa! T-Bones body as he was talking was crushed. Such nonsense. A T-Bone approaching the highest level Death Knight in one blow? Did you dare to try to stop me with this thing? At least take out the ancient bell. Between the bones pouring down like rain Elises red eyes blinked. Even if that wasnt the case, I tried to take more out. Jinhyeok hurriedly called other helpers. Mooogiii! Miyooo! Umm, what happened this time, why did you call the noble master of the East? Sweet potatoes, fried foods, and soft hooded cranes. The two ancient servants and divine beasts that firmly support the ancient people corporation stood in the way. Its abination that makes your heart feel great just by looking at it. No matter how strong Elise is, you wont be able to reverse summon these guys in one hit. Everyone, what are you doing with that immature kid? At the very least, you just need to stop the skewer from flying carelessly. Well, is that going to work for you? The corners of Alices mouth twisted subtly. at the same time. Alices subspace inventory has been opened. Jim expected you toe out that way. Whoops! Even at a nce, it is a splendid sub-space that is 10 timesrger than Jinhyeoks. As expected of the ce where all the goods and treasures of Ataraxia were stored, the size was also different. Patter What was poured out was the seed-sized magic crystals. All were of the highest quality. Mo Mogi Yi? Miyooo! Oh, this is a bit precious. Even this noble body has no choice but to stir up appetite Chureup. There is no it will be. Knock. Like this fucking bourgeois. But with just that, I think I could break the bonds with my children, whom I cherish. It is extraordinary. Mosquito mosquitoes. Miyo! Give me orders. Great Vampire. The bond was broken so easily and futilely. Without a seconds hesitation, the betrayed children began to collect the magic stones, pretending not to have seen Jin-hyeok. Even the sweet potato was clinging to Alices legs and wagging her tail. hey you cant do that Jinhyeok shouted, but arge magic crystal was already flickering in everyones eyes. Now there are no more interrupters? Ellis closed the distance. The pressure you feel with every step you take. Nevertheless, Jinhyeok did not give up hope yet. Its time toe soon Jinhyeok nced toward the window. If there is amotion like this, there will definitely be a reaction. Because I was too used to the two exploding magical powers to remain calm. Of course, the original personality wasnt that aggressive, but at least in this skirmish, another personality was sure to dominate. Right then. Kwaaang! A huge explosion was heard from one side of the building. Patter. pouring debris. Oh my gosh, who is this little boy spitting on without even understanding the subject? It was impressive that the long blonde hair was tied to one side in a ck cocktail dress that contrasted with the pure white dress . Alices brow wrinkled when she saw Teresa. You those clothes cant you? thats right. These are clothes worn by newlyweds who have already finished their wedding ceremony at the reception. You look stupid, so you know quite a bit, right? Whoever wants to say that the wedding is over! Elise let out a shout and let out. Mana exploded with a shout. Whoops! The number of skewers on the right is over 100. I was so angry that I could feel the fearsome death from each skewer. Its not about subduing it, its about killing it, isnt it? But thanks to Teresa, he had a chance to catch his breath. [Teresa activates Blessing of the Fallen Saint!] Kukukukuku! ck starlight fell from the sky. Alices red harpoon flickered through the myriad stars. Kwaaang! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! The entire mansion vibrated violently. At this point, it is impossible to distinguish whether this is an engagement ceremony or a battlefield. good. If you add one variable when its tight like this Jinhyeok took out a golden string from the subspace. [I use the item string connecting beliefs!] Ugh! Dimension and dimension follow. The few dimension shifting items that exist in the tower have been activated. ? ? ? Four. A lightnding that seems to defy gravity. The one who responded to the call was Andria, one of the owners of the 5th floor. Jinhyuk! long time no see. Andrea waved her hand happily. Its been over two years since the Tower of Trials was opened, but it was still defending the psychiatric ward on the 5th floor. This clearly shows how strong Andrea is growing as a boss monster. long time no see. I called for help because I had an urgent matter. Uh help? what? Andrea tilted her head. But it was only for a moment. Alice and Teresa in dresses. Seeing the two fight to the death, I got a rough sense of how the situation was going. Aha, I think I know what it is. okay? Im d I saved the time to exin. Its nothing special, just buy me some time. Right. Time. [Andria starts the nine-tailed fox version of Fox Fire y.] Nine tails that have grown profusely and white fox beads like snow. By the way. Andrea smiled brightly. Do I really have to miss an opportunity when mypetitors have disappeared? Shootaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa atmosphere that changes in an instant. Come to think of it, even when Moorim did something simr in the past, Andrea was not a reinforcement. Rather, it was a participant who jumped into the middle of thepetition. He summoned a hunting dog to stop the tigers, but it turned out that the hunting dog was also a beast targeting the owner. [Andria activates the nine-tailed fox version of Enchanting Tail!] A sweet smell passed by the tip of her nose. scent of enchantment. My head is dizzy enough to make my mind go crazy. The ignorant older sisters tell me to fight and fight for the rest of my life, and we go somewhere else and have fun. Its been a while since you came to the 5th floor, right? The psychiatric ward is a bit like that, but the room I am in is nicely decorated in its own way. Andreas tail gently wrapped around Jinhyeok. however. Took. Jinhyeok was able to get out of the tail with a short hair difference. Thanks to experiencing the fascination of the subus Remia, his resistance to mental abilities has increased even more. Still, its dangerous if its like this. If youre thinking of getting even Napoleons coronation, you need to do a little better distributing your horsepower. There were still more to prepare. If this happens, there is only one way left Now there is only one. I didnt want to use it at this timing if possible, but I had no choice. Cheon Yooseong! Jinhyeok shouted at Cheon Youseong, who was drinking ck tea from afar. Naturally, Chun Yoo-seong lightly ignored the call ofmentation. I sipped tea slowly and enjoyed the peace of being alone in this hellish ce. hey! Are you going to keep pretending you cant hear me? I think so. Come here! After avoiding Andrea, Jinhyeok shouted again. You have you already forgotten your promise to me? Didnt you sign a contract with us? !? Chun Yu-seongs expression changed drastically. I wont be able to forget how can i forget The nightmare-like memory of betraying the deceased corporation and bing attached to the demon lord. You made a promise with your mouth. You will be my ve for a week. Surely the swordsman of the world wont go against what he said with his own mouth? Billwhat the hell. Thats Chun Youseong bit his mrs. Yes, theres no way a guy who values his pride more than his life will break his promise. Especially if its a situation where youve caused a lot of damage and trouble to the team through your own fault. Chun Yuseong clenched his fists. From his point of view, he must have felt like he was covered in feces while enjoying all of this. i get it. Ill make you a ve for a week, just like you said. Did you promise by word of mouth? okay. [The contract has beenpleted.] [Due to themand, for the next week, yer Chun Yoo-seong must do everything yer Kang Jin-hyeok tells him to do.] [In case of vition, work in the Pandemonium will be uploaded to the Hall of Fame for one week. It works.] Even in the Tower of Trials, verbal contracts have weak binding power. However, even if it is a minor penalty, if it is painful for the person concerned, it must have a strong binding force. Yes, it is a key. From now on, take good care of this body and prevent the evil group from attacking you. With this. I got the strongest reinforcements. ? ? ? Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! A fightsted for several tens of minutes. Most of the candidates who had previously participated in the scramble were eliminated. A ranker with excellent skills was smashed for nothing. Those who did not saw the terrifying brides and ran away. [Ellis activates Blood Rain!] [Teresa activates ck Holy Arc!] Blood and corrupted holy power shed head-on. Another roar engulfed the entire mansion. what? Something is strange? It wasnt long before I felt ufortable. Why are the two fighting so fiercely now? The party did not appear. Wait a minute. contractor. Wheres the contractor? When did you get away? Jinhyeok disappeared like smoke. that buck It was then that footsteps were heard. Its someone elses pretending to be someone other than Jinhyeok. He refused the wedding and ran away. He told me not to look for him if possible. sereung. Chun Youseong approached with his sword drawn. Chapter 490 Episode 490. Hells fiance battle (3) Chun Yoo-seongs appearance changed the atmosphere once again. You stupid swordsman! Oh, Mr. Yoosung. Are you dressed nicely today? Are you thinking of bing a candidate for a new groom? Alice and Teresa gave different reactions. I owe that bastard one thing. Im sorry, but I think Ill have to y the role of a gatekeeper to stop the two of them. Kagagak! Chun Yuseong drew a line on the floor with his sword. Its like warning that if you go over that, youll attack. of course. If the threat had worked, things wouldnt have gotten so bad in the first ce. When you say something nice, you better get out of the way. Im busy right now! Ellis took out her rapier from subspace. A situation where each other can aim at each other right away. however. Theresa intervened between the two. Wait. shit. The appearance of their palms facing each other as if they had decided on something. I do this. Before we fight, the little boy must form a temporary alliance with me. What? Why am I allied with you!? Thats because Jinhyeok-ssi is plotting something suspicious again. If you drag on like this, you wont be able to eat porridge or rice. Thats Elise paused. surely. Until now, when simr incidents have urred, it is not the first time or two that they have lost everything after being hit and fought over the rice bowl. Everything only goes in favor of Jinhyeok. Those who remained said that they would only suffer and die, and nothing was gained. therefore. Are we going to capture the contractor first and decide who gets it then? Whoops. Even as a little boy, I can hear you very well. Thats it. And Theresa looked down the hallway. Looking at it earlier, it seemed that anotherpetitor hade. isnt it? Andrea? The tip of the sword pointed straight ahead. I felt the will to cut down the entire aisle if necessary. Even if youre hiding, youve already captured the magic. Soe out when I have something nice to say. I heard you. sisters. lol. How have you been? Andrea appeared with both hands raised. How can you get along when youre hiding like a rat, waiting for a chance to stab you in the back? Its not the back of the head. I was just staring at it because the atmosphere was so rough. Anyway, so what are you going to do? Would you like to join us in our n? The three of them work together to destroy Jinhyeok and Chun Yuseong. Nextes the strongest. It was the most reliable way to secure Jinhyeok for the remaining time as well as reducing the needless waste of energy. I have no reason to refuse. Even Andrea joined the alliance. this wasnt in my n. Chun Yuseong muttered with a poisoned face. ? ? ? Tsutpapapapat! Chun Yoo-seong moved his body mindlessly. Attacks from three directions. Its so annoying. Until now, I didnt know it well because I had always been fighting against each other, but the skill of putting together a unity under one purpose was beyond imagination. Ill drive it to the left! Andrea used the ability of a nine-tailed fox to pressure Cheon Yoo-seong. So far, its worth holding on to. It is true that Andrea has grown remarkably so far, but it is because Chun Yu-seong has be several times stronger than him. But this is not an individual exhibition. Alice, who was standing a little bit behind her, unleashed a ranged attack. Pupper puffer puck! Countless skewers sticking to the marble floor. Chun Yoo-seong was unable to seize the victory because he precisely supported the gap where Andreas breathing was rxed. Besides, the biggest problem was Teresa, who was preparing for her conversion blow. Theresa, who had been gathering magic power ever since the battle began, was pouring everything for a single shot. shit. I dont know why I made such a mistake and went through this hell. Chun Youseong grabbed the sword with both hands. If time continues to pass anyway, there will be no chance of winning. If thats the case this side should do everything in their power to make a gap. [Trait sword song is activated!] Parts! A dazzling light rising from the de. Sword steel that cuts everything soared as if it would reach the ceiling. Oh my goodness. Are you trying to make a bet? I dont think the timing is bad, but if you fail, you wont be able to handle it, right? This is the only way to win. Its a risk, Ill take it if necessary. I dont understand a little bit. Is there any reason why you want to protect Jinhyeok? Its a bitch to protect! Because of the contract, I had no choice but to Yes? Theresa opened her eyes wide, and Chun Yoo-seong hurriedly added her words. No, I couldnt leave my colleague in trouble. Even if hes like a devil, hes the master who leads our guild. Huh. okay. Theresa shrugged her shoulders when the opinion could not be narrowed down. I ask you onest time. I like Yoosung too, so howe you have no intention of bing my husband? If I carry Jinhyeok and Yooseong on both sides, I think I will be quite happy every day. Dont say things like youre going to kick the nket 100 times if Teresaes backter. Just do what you do. Then I cant help it. I have no choice but to submit by force. Theresa returned to her stance. The aura dyed in the sword started to burn as if the de would stretch out at any moment. Chuhon Sword Dance two different types of swords. Holy Demon Sword Ceremony Light and darkness were mixed into one color. ? ? ? Quaaaaang! Jinhyuk covered his ears with his fingers at the deafening sound. uhh Anyway, the problem is the kids who run amok without formality. What is an explosion in a public ce? An explosion. Still, this mess isnt all that bad. I thought of taking care of Yuseong, but I didnt know it would help me in this way. Just like noblemen and ves in the Joseon Dynasty in the past. I n to roll and re-roll very thoroughly over the next week. If possible, I would like the stickers with double-sided tape to stick to Elise or Teresa during battle. If Chun Yoo-seong bes the main character of the engagement ceremony, it can solve many troubles as it is. He was also responsible for handling the aftermath, so it could be a situation where he kills two birds with one stone. New groom Cheon Yoo-seong and Kang Jin-hyeok, the owner of the Napoleon painting I really like it. The amount of mana that goes into Elise is limited as much as possible, so the fight should be bnced somehow. Jinhyeok hummed and moved on. Right at this time when everyone is fighting fiercely. Its time to implement a method that can shake the foundation of this engagement ceremony. The destination was the annex outside the mansion. The employees of the Rosenberg family, including Dustin, are staying here. It was to wait here and monitor the entire mansion until the winner was determined. I only picked blind spots without cameras and drones, so I wont get caught. Jinhyuk nced at the sky. Whoops! Drones flying everywhere were busily moving to observe the participants. The air defensework that was spread out quite tightly is impressive. but. As long as the machine lord is copied, the level of security set by ordinary people is only cute. After all, Lee Tae-min was able to break through the Pentagons security. [Inherent ability Machine Lord C < Trojan Horse > is being activated.] Creates a square very subtly and erases the movement line. good. Took! Jinhyeok lightly climbed over the wall and entered the annex. Somewhere inside, the engagement gift, Coronation of Napoleon, must be kept. Right then. A presence was detected from the garden side. Its Lucius, a yer who was soggy with Elise. No, how did that guy get here? Besides, didnt he pass out after getting hit by Ellis earlier? It was very well stuck in the abdomen and face but it seems that he quickly recovered as a ranker. Wait a minute A n popped into Jinhyeoks mind at that moment. hey. here it is this way. Jinhyeok cautiously called Lucius from the grass. ?!!! Lucius, who was looking around, found Jinhyeok. You you! Shh! Stop screaming ande to work. Dont talk funny. What do I believe and go to you? I have something to tell you about Alice. Wouldnt it be embarrassing if you got caught by the guards and your route became known to otherpetitors? what? A story about Mr. Ellis? Lucius, who was about to go wild at any moment, lowered his voice. I dont know anything else, but when the name Elise was mentioned, the momentumpletely softened. Whats going on? What happened to Mr. Ellis? Im excited and Im going to have a good time. Now there are a lot ofpetitors. At first nce, Alice seems to have a crush on you, but she seems to be having a hard time rejecting each and every other guy. Im not sure I saw it but he was wiping his tears with a handkerchief while muttering your name. It hurts so much Big! I cant I cant. A video yed in Lucius head. The genre is roughly Romeo and Juliet. The tragic heroine faces all kinds of adversity while waiting for the male lead. When he put himself into a tragic love that could note true, sparks flew in Lucius eyes. Now go. To win love! Im going to rescue her right now! huh. Its over there. Jinhyeok pointed to the western end of the annex. ording to the information sent by the drones, the ce where the painting is kept is likely to be in the east. It was because those with rtively strong magical powers were all concentrated in the east. Oooh! Lady. Iming! Lucius runs with his sword drawn. Seeing you shouting like that, sooner orter a lot of guards wille. Rtively, the boundary of the side guarding the painting of Napoleon will be loose. Jinhyeok looked in the direction where Lucius was for a moment. And immediately flew in the opposite direction. ? Upon entering the building, various security devices blocked it. Of course, its hard to say that this is a hindrance. Because the parfait difficulty was too low. [The unique ability Ancient Barrier is activated!] He broke through the electronic devices one by one while covering his eyesight. but. Just before reaching the room with the painting. The worst obstacles stood in the way. Whoop whoop. Isnt the new groom toote? I almost lost my neck while waiting. Teresa knows all the secret passages in the mansion. As expected, we thought we would only aim forpensation without leaving it out. It is as expected. Elise isughing with her sharp fangs exposed. Can we tie it up first? Lastly, there was Andrea with a yful smile. shit. Of course, I thought the three of us wouldpete. I never thought Id open an alliance front. This is something I didnt expect I thought it was impossible for beasts to join forces over their prey. However, that expectation has beenpletely shattered as of now. And now its time to pay the price for that prediction. First, listen to your own doctor. Well, I am the most beautiful and charming bride. What nonsense is that! The head of Ataraxia and the cutie I have this cutie body! done tell me quickly Who are you going to choose! Of course it is me? Jin Hyuk! Memories of going through traps with me in the psychiatric ward! You remember it! All three shouted at the same time. Chapter 491 Episode 491. Floor 32, Thunderbolt teau (1) Totally surrounded. Jinhyeoks gaze turned to Napoleons coronation. If you move about 10m, you can get your hands on it, but I never thought these troublesome kids would be in the way. I have thest card left, but thats too much of a gamble A ball that doesnt know where it will bounce. If you head in the intended direction, fortunately, if not, a 4:1 hell will unfold, not a 3:1. but. I cant help it. Whether its porridge or rice, its time to move on. As long as Cheon Yoo-seong failed, there was no turning back anyway. [The subspace inventory is open!] Jinhyeok pulled out thest card. that buck A girl with blue hair. Homunculus Prey walked out. huh. I was waiting. Frey muttered with a dry face. No, Frey, who had always had his expression unchanged, flinched slightly when he saw Theresa and Elise. Thatthe clothes are unusual. The dress seems to have been stepped on in particr. Isnt that the kind of kid who shows interest in things like that? I instinctively felt that Jinhyeok was dangerous. It was because he realized that Frey had subtly changed after the Demon World without knowing why. Pray! huh? Would you like to have that dress? At Jinhyeoks words, Frey tilted his head slightly. I have no desire to possess things in the first ce. But Yeah. But I would like to try it on at least once. If only those guys in front of me are stopped, the dress you want to have. Ill buy them all by type and color. Really? Once we leave the tower, lets go to the department store right away. Jinhyuk smiled brightly. Then I thought to myself. Im d Frey is still naive. If even this guy had joined that group by any chance, he would have had to start with the honeymoon course right away, whether it was Napoleons painting or Nabal. I will take it. huh. on my own. Two pikes intersect. Frey stood in front of Jinhyeok and looked at everyone. [Frey activates his unique vocal chant Immortal Puppeteer!] Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa! Through the roof dazzling beams of light poured down. Dolls that looked just like Frey were summoned. Dont interrupt. Stupid doll! Ellis immediately summoned the skewers. Toe all the way here and do something like this! Please stand straight in line! Dont you know its more damaging if you stick to that side? Teresa also screamed in frustration. But Frey didnt fall for those words. Because the time hadnt beenpletely buried yet, it was enough that Jinhyeok gave him something. You fool! At the end of Alices scream, me. Jinhyeok threw himself forward. [The supply of magical power given to each contractor is limited to the minimum!] I felt Elises power weaken. Even so, it would be impossible for Frey to deal with everyone alone but it is possible to buy a little time. That much is possible. oh! I missed it! Jinhyeok, who narrowed the distance in an instant, shook off Andreas tails. Chit! iced coffee! Next was Ellis Then there was Teresa. Now there is not a single intruder in sight. ats! Jinhyuk stretched out his hand. [You have obtained Napoleons Coronation!] The blue status window announced the end of everything. ? ? ? Five days have passed since the vacation at the Rosenberg family ended. So many things have happened in the meantime. The biggest one is, of course, Teresas engagement ceremony. There was a big uproar because he secretly put Chun Yoo-seongs counterfeit stickers on Teresa. Teresa, who returned to her original personality, closed her mouth with her face stained red like persimmon. Chun Yoo-seong also strongly denied it, saying that he did not know. Of course I knew who the culprit was, but I couldnt tell the truth because of my one week very. Thanks to that, the problem of Napoleons coronation was pushed to the second ce. It wasnt normal to soothe Alice and Andrea. I bought a whopping 30 million won just for snacks for Alice, who was furious. I bought all kinds of desserts across the country and offered them up, so it was my honest feeling that I didnt want to look at anything sweet until I died. Andria was also able to calm herself down only with the condition that she go to the psychiatric ward on the 5th floor. Haa, I think its too hard for people with good character like me to live to be considerate of and adapt to others. Jinhyuk covered his face with his palm. Is not it. Is it a key? Of course, I didnt forget to add a word to the ve next to me. Cheon Yoo-seong broke his mrs. Why are you making such a shitty face? Why is that so? Why!? Are you talking about that! Kwaaang! Chun Yoo-seong kicked the table with his foot full of mana. The table, smashed in half, flew high into the sky. Are you crazy? suddenly? Because of you, Ive been thinking that Id rather die for the past five days. Wouldnt it make them walk around the streets of Hongdae and Gangnam wearing rude clothes? Wouldnt they make a merger with a viewtuber that doesnt work and tear off the star balloon? Its a swordsmanship academy, so you work for 24 hours and all the money goes into your pocket. Chun Yu-seongs heart thumped violently. Yeah, its good so far. It can be. But isnt it too much toe to my school and y doctor? Words pouring down like a waterfall. It makes the eyes moist. I felt like I could see how much trouble I had been through all this time. Mmm. Did you roll a little too hard? Still, I thought this was a light warm-up. I am also reflecting on ying doctor. Big hum. Still, the nurses liked that they could practice treating you. Whats good about getting an injection in the buttock? You fucking bastard! I thought it was pretty good because I received 100,000 won at a time. If I said , Im going to kill him right away. In fact, Cheon Yoo-seong, unable to hold back his anger, drew his sword. Sreung! A terrifying life flowed out. It is such a powerful magic that all the students on the Korean University campus fainted. Ugh! its a key There is still time left on the contract. Youve worked hard so far, but now you want to go up to the Hall of Fame? Get that knife off my neck. It bleeds. Im bleeding. Disgrace is a piece of shit. Ill just kill you and Ill die too. Then all of this probably doesnt matter. Whoop whoop. yeah everything will be fine After all, we are just specks of dust in the universe. Yoo Yooseong? Howe the childs eyes havepletely lost their taste? The situation seems to be very dangerous with even a sloppyughing out of his mouth. This is why you should give them some carrots instead of sticks. Jinhyeok hurriedly continued. There are two days left. Two days. and. Now that youve done all the hard things, how hard are you going to make them do in the future? Are you saying that the rest of the period will pass quietly? Quietlynot until. Anyway, I have to go to the 32nd floor in a few hours. Youd be busy trying to attack it, so how can you afford to do something strange? Chun Yoo-seongs sword tip shook a little. It came back to normal: Say it with your own mouth. The worst is already past. Yes. I promise. The worst is already past. However, the atrocities, hell, and hell parties will still remain. As the stairs that yers can climb go beyond the 30th floor, several special jobs have been created because a more systematic and efficient work burden was needed to cope with the extremely dangerous area and extreme difficulty . It was a job group specialized in information gathering. yers specialized in mobility and survivability, with minimal armament, exploring new floors orbyrinth ruins. If such experts are struggling, it must mean that the level of difficulty is considerable . Its a ce where survival is dangerous from the moment you enter. Jinhyeok recalled every aspect of the 32nd floor. The worst weather, rugged terrain, and even the unique monsters that only live there. This is the point where you can experience the difficulty of the 30th floor in earnest. At the same time, various heroes and divinities It was also the realm where they were active. Just trust the words of the Eagle Kids and dont be too scared. Lets bump into each other. Isnt that the most sequel? Anyway, the strategy is fixed. As long as you have Napoleons Coronation in your hand, you should be able to prepare a shortcut that is much easier and morefortable than that. Since Alice and Teresa decided to approach with a time difference, the memories (?) of the two of them quarreled for a long time You will be able to reproduce: Thats true too. Okay. Lets get ready. Chun Youseong nodded. ? ? ? The entrance to the 32nd floor. There were many yers gathered here. Most of them were Eagle Eyes who gathered to sell the information inside the 32nd floor at a high price, as well as intermediaries. And various guilds. They were rankers and view tubers of Is there no way at all? A woman with short brown bobbed hair cautiously opened her mouth. Prime Service, a guild formed by famous youtubers. They gathered with the intention of doing anything that would be an issue. As their poprity increased, they became a guild that was recognized wherever they went, but it was a big deal. At this time when one room was not enough, the opportunity to explore the 32nd floor of the tower came. First climb ! It was worthwhile. However, things in the world did not go smoothly . Still, there is a contract we made So you said you would return the down payment. Its not that we dont want to do it either. Are you saying that only the kids are getting hurt? Lightning strikes from the sky all the time. There is no answer. There is an answer. Kaak Tue! The Eagle Children of the upper tiers, who were hired with a huge amount of money, were constantly tongue-tied, and the rankers of therge guilds, who were hired as bodyguards , also tried to avoid the risk of going naked to unidentified areas. The situation is no different from mine. I can never give up Sua Kang ran her brown hair with her hand. But then, Oh, it seems that more people are willing to take on the challenge than I thought. A familiar voice was heard: Ah Who is that person? Its Kang Jin-hyuk! Theres also a heavenly nature. Ohhhh! I think the two of you are going to start attacking? Everyones eyes were focused on one side: Kang Jin-hyeok, the master of the Goinmul Corporation. Geomseong Cheon Yoo-seong. Just the appearance of these two is a huge issue. Even more What if we could join them? gulp! Dry saliva flowed down Kang Soo-ahs throat. thats really awesome Because all the worlds attention will be focused on them. I hear hes a very caring and leadership master hell be so happy throughout the raid. When I thought about it, everything else went out of sight. Well join you over there. Sua Kang made a proposal to the four people who came with her. Chapter 492 Episode 492. 32nd floor Thunderbolt teau (2) What are these guys? Jinhyuks gaze turned to the right. A group of men and women who appeared to be in their mid-tote 20s were standing there. Hesitating to see if there is something to say. That Kang Soo-ah opened her mouth as the representative. What happened? My name is Suah Kang from the Prime Service Guild. Mainly chasing issues that be issues in the Tower of Trials, I was really impressed by Kang Jin-hyeok irs performance. I just came to see you in person like this. Huh Jinhyeoks nose went up slightly. There are rumors that he has a good-looking face, excellent skills, and that he takes care of his colleagues so frugally. I am a huge fan! Hoooh The raised nose looked like it would pierce the sky. I dont mind. I never thought the rumors would spread like that. Did you buy it with back money? Chun Youseong clicked his tongue. Kuhm! greatness! You came to know me very well. So is there anything I need help with? yes! Its nothing else, I want to go with yer Kang Jin-hyeok in this raid. Could it be is it possible? Kang Soo-ah hurriedly added a word. Of course, the ownership of the by-products, etc., belongs to yer Kang Jin-hyeok, andter, we will give you half of the video ad revenue for the edited version of ViewTube. for a moment. What about advertising revenue? Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. This is not a very bad condition. Unlike other ces, the prime service received fortune-telling as advertising revenue from the beginning of the contract. Considering that it was impossible to obtain iron ore even with money due to various reinforcements, it was a proposal that could not help but be tempted. Especially now, when we have to strengthen Napoleons Coronation through Orun. Thats the stupidest thing in life yup yup! Jinhyeok blocked Cheon Yooseongs mouth as he tried to speak. At most, new vese voluntarily, so theres no reason to stop them. It is human nature to put pumpkins that havee in whole vines into your pockets. It doesnt matter to us, but the road will be a bit rough, will it be okay? sure! Since then, I have experience in clearing 15 dungeons, 3byrinths, and 1 ruin! That wouldnt be too bad. But everything is good, but the proportions are a bit Yes? A ratio? I think 5:5 is a bit small. This is national rule, but by any chance, to what extent? Whoathats it. Jinhyuk naturally let out a deep sigh. But just then Tring! [A new skill is opened due to the amazing acting skills and the habit of cheating.] [Sigh] Difficulty to obtain: C Description: Bargaining power increases by +30% when negotiating deals. You can shake the mentality of the target, and the stats increase as the depth and length of the sigh change. [Acquired abilities are stored in the Memory of the World.] Skills can be acquired through skill books or special quests. You got it this way? After meeting Rick Hennessy a few times, it seems that something simr to the copy condition has been met. Not by cheating others as if they were breathing. never. [Lv1 Sigh skill is activated.] The skill was activated and Jinhyeok sighed once more. Whoa. A sigh flowed out that was on a different level than before, as if it was really shaving off raw flesh. An elderly mother at home and a little brother who is hungry. And it was a heavy sigh, like that of a boy who has to feed them. In fact, the risk we have to take in this raid is not normal. Its not that Im ignoring Mr. Sua Kang and the members of the Prime Service Guild, its just that its a dangerous ce. Besides, we decided to do it together, but if there was a loss of life, our names could be damaged. That is true. Then how about 6 vs 4? If you always sharpen your senses, be alert to your surroundings, and guide the routes hidden on these stairs, this is another 24-hour fatigue. Even more so, if you have a high-quality workforce, the pay will be even greater. 7 7 vs. 3 He gave 70% Im fine, but Yuseong next to me says hes not okay. Isnt that the key No Yooseong? Damn it. If you call me by that title one more time, I will cut you off. look. There are a lot ofints. Ha, I see. 8 to 2. Absolutely no more. Normally, I would havepromised to this extent. Because it was almost a forced condition. but. I would like to, but I think I will have to pay 10% more due to intion, burden ofbor costs, and rising raw material prices. Lets finish clean with 9 to 1. Since Im a member of the Prime Guild, Im giving a special 10%. In fact, there is nothing left except for this and that. Whew. Intion happened in the middle of a big conversation? Because the Tower of Trials is a ce where the economic situation changes rapidly. Jinhyuk smiled brightly. Sua Kangs lips twitched, but she didnt adjust her proportions anymore. I cant help it. Please take good care of me. sure. Without credit, I am a corpse. [A contract has been signed between the Goinmul Corporation and the Prime Service Guild.] 9 to 1 is ridiculous, but its not bad business. Because I was able to get the value of the name of the deceased person corporation. This isnt bad enough. Because of that, Kang Soo-ah could not see it. The twisted smile on Jinhyeoks lips. ? ? ? [You have entered the 32nd floor of the Tower of Trials.] Shoot ahhh As soon as you entered the 32nd floor, a cool breeze brushed your skin. Rather thin air and barren environment. This is the Thunderbolt teau that announces the beginning of the 32nd floor. Wow, this is what it looks like. It is really spectacr. Thanks to you, I was able to have a good look. ah! My name is Jonathan, a Ranger from the Prime Service Guild. My name is the distance dealer Romanowski. I wish you well. ha ha ha. The tank position Ahn Il-man. I know hes a famous person, but Im the kind of person who has to see it with my own eyes to understand it My name is Sandra, a healer. Its still not enough, but Ill do my best to treat you. A total of five including Kang Soo-ah. Everyone introduced themselves one by one. Prime service Eye of gluttony prated the four people. Ive listened to it a few timestely, but this member is quite interesting. One out of five seemed to be quite far from being a View Tuber. This will be more fun than I thought, but its not just taking tourists. The sour bitterness stung the tip of my nose. I feel like the back of my head is going to tingle but anyway, a temporary raid was organized with these members. From here on, you have to be careful because lightning strikes with a certain probability. Jinhyeok picked up one of the stones that had fallen on the floor. It was the kind that had a blue light among a few of the innumerable ones. Right then. Parts! A huge lightning bolt fell from the sky. In an instant, the stone was charred ck. w! Pachichik But a stone the size of a palm absorbed all of that gigantic lightning. Jinhyeok, who was holding the stone, was not hurt. Three Gods Such powerful lightning fell from the start. It is terrifying. Is this why the Eagle Children suffered like that? The facial expressions of those who were watching changed 180 degrees. It really was a more dangerous ce than I thought, right? Kang Soo-ah also muttered with a hard face. The anticipation and excitement I felt when I first came here hadpletely disappeared. How did you know that stone blocks lightning? Romanowski asked in a slightly suspicious tone. Well, its been a few days since the 32nd floor was opened. It may seem suspicious that you already know these conditions. But what makes the Tower of Trials so convenient is that you cane up with any number of excuses for these things. I have been to simr ruins before. There, too, the attack was carried out in a simr way. If you go to the 27th floor, Storm Coast, these tips will be helpful. Ah I see. I heard that there is no ce you havent been to. Thats awesome. Everyone burst into exmation. Only one. Except for the deity who is hiding around here. [The deity Crying Thunder looks bewildered.] [He asks if all the credit is due to him.] Jinhyeok heard the deitys grumbling in his head. In fact, it wasnt stones that absorbed the lightning, it was Thors ability, the god of thunder. It would be impossible to block lightning even if you were holding a stone with a slightly unusual shape. Of course I dont have to tell you that fact. Jinhyeok looked at the group diligently searching for the fallen stone. Even Chun Yoo-seong was picking out the stones, pretending not to see. Where can I find Baeknal? Does it eat seeds? The only chance for you guys to be sane is to listen to me carefully. In particr, obedient children will be considerate so that both the outside and the inside do not be crispy. Except for those who speak rudely or harbor impure thoughts. For now, lets try to find a ce that can be used as a base. Chun Yoo-seong will do the scouting first, so in the meantime, all you have to do is collect as many uniquely shaped stones as you can. Are you asking me to do some reconnaissance? Uh huh. It looks like our key is very oily in the belly. How can you make me eat grassroots porridge tonight? I have only presented my personal opinion once. I will scout hard ande back. Chun Yuseong mumbled and left. The rest of the people also moved to find their own role to y. When he was left alone like that, Jinhyeok opened his mouth to the air. Thanks to that, I was able to get off the start cleanly. Parts The space shuddered and arge man appeared. In Norse mythology, a deity responsible for power. It was Thor, the Lord of Thunder. Kuhm! They say they found a way to bring Yggdrasil back to life, but can they note? In addition, thanks to the provision of a shelter on the side of the Egyptians, they are rtively safe. If you received a favor, it is your duty to repay it. Is the pursuit still fierce on the Olympus side? Because you know very well that you shouldnt leave any regrets. Certainly those tenacious and cruel bastards cant miss this opportunity. For the time being, Anubis will protect you, so you can manage to hold on, but Its just a temporary measure anyway. To find a fundamental solution, making Yggdrasil regrow is essential. If you find all the ingredients, you should be able to germinate the seeds. I hope that is true. But Thor, who was talking, looked at Jinhyeok. Its like Im missing something. Or, it seemed to ask if he was deliberately ignoring it even though he knew it. Jinhyuk immediately answered that question. As for the rats, I was also vaguely aware of them. But somehow, I packaged it properly. It only recognizes its existence because of its body odor. It is not specific. As expected, you noticed. Its definitely as you said. Thor nodded. One out of five people over there is not human. Sophistication that does not get caught in the eyes of gluttony. An unusual third being is participating as an engineering member. covered in human skin. Chapter 493 Episode 493. The Enemy Within The Mafia Game (1) Of these, who is the yer? Jinhyeok activated Eye of Gluttony once again. Sua Kang. Jonathan. Romanowski Anilman Sandra. On the outside, they all look normal. Even when I checked it through the eyes of gluttony, there was nothing special. Its probably not normal among the residents. Seeing how he hides himself so tightly. Ill have to throw the bait slowly for now. It wont reveal its tail easily. The purpose of approaching this side is to find out afterpletely digging the trap. Right then. Ive been scouting. Chun Yuseong has arrived. great job. Which one do you think is okay? The road down to the left seems rtively safe. There are some monsters, but they wont be too much of a threat. Okay. Then lets go there. Lets go, everyone. We have to get out of the teau before the sun goes down. When the ess road was determined, the party moved again. Soon, a number of monsters were discovered on one side of the teau. Chigiggeek! Chitsutsut. The sound of numerous legs moving. Giant centipedes up to about 10m are coiled around them. Size Although it is the size of a sword, the hard-looking skin and razor-sharp teeth were impressive. Isnt that dangerous to your eyes? Jinhyeok sighed in amazement, Tsk tsk. No, I wasnt scared because they were bugs, but they were a group of them. It looks like there are 15 of them on the outside, but it means that there are hundreds of times more waiting inside the burrow. Especially that distinctive ck stripe. It is one of the most demanding types of centipedes. It keeps moving its habitat depending on the prey, but this time it is located near the entrance. Did you catch it? ck Retana. Its famous for never leaving a person alive once it enters their territory. Other monsters have flocked to other areas to avoid them, so of course this route must be quiet. Whatever it is. Scared. If youve eaten, follow me with my tail, because Im enough on my own. Anyway, this guys whole brain is full of pride. Hes the kind of guy who will never ask for help even if he drowns or dies. me it! Chun Yoo-seong threw himself into the air at once. Gently pulled out the ghost sword Ryuhwa. Parts. ..! The green strong airpletely covered the sword body . Keeeeeee! The ck Letanas reacted in unison, their gaping mouths looking up at the sky . Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Chun You-seong struck the five heads in an instant. Red blood gushed out like a waterfall. [Chun You-seong activates his unique ability Sword Song!] Since he had already learned his unique vocal chant, the song of the sword As expected, the level of perfection has gone up a few steps. When ites to swords, no one can ignore them. This is the Sword Saint Youseong Chun. Come out first from those who want to die. Chun Yoo-seong released a terrifying life ? ? ? Thats amazing. Kang Soo-ah, who was watching the battle, swallowed dry saliva. Even to herself, who had no knowledge inbat, ck Retana looked absurdly strong. Because the amount of magical power she possessed was unpredictable. Compared to the 32nd floor, what she proudly said so far The ruins andbyrinths on the lower levels felt like childs y. However, Cheon Yu-seong was showing off his overwhelming majesty against those monsters. Its like watching a beautiful dance. The sword and sword moved so smoothly. As Jinhyeok said, more guys kepting out of the cave, but they couldnt withstand the sword. Jonathan fiddled with the dagger. As a ranger who has to search away from his group, the burden he felt was the greatest. He didnt want to run into monsters like that in a remote ce. Dont worry. yer Cheon Yoo-seongs skills will suffice alone. . Right. Is there anything special? Sandra, the healer, and Il-Man Ahn, the tank, added one word at a time , Thats right. If you look closely, there s only one entrance, but something wille out from this side A shock was transmitted to the ground where it was standing. The soil waspletely overturned and ck Retanas mouth opened . Jonathan right above him screamed. But right before ck Retana swallowed Jonathan whole, Jinhyeok threw his sword like lightning. Puff ! Are you okay? Thank you. Not much to say. Rather I think everyone should prepare for battle. Our bolts seem to have provoked them very well. Now the entire area has be a hunting ground. Youll have to spend a pretty spectacr day to get out. of course. Thats how easy it will be to figure out the identity of the guy hiding inside. Jinhyeoks eyes scanned the party. very trivial. If you can see even the slightest gap you will be able to prepare a variable for a counterattack. ing! Starting with Kang Soo-ahs cry. A full-scale battle began. Keeeh! fast. ck Retana moved as if brushing the ground and dug in with her sharp teeth. But its not the strength thates from their size that makes them truly menacing. [ck Retana activates her unique ability Acid Feeler!] Even though its just a monster, she can use her unique ability. Its unique ability also belonged to a fairly demanding category. Cheeik! The stone that brushed against the antenna was burned as it was. Even if it brushes your bare body, it will be healing, and it will turn into a handful of blood in your liver after you sleep. Excluding the tanker, avoid the rest unconditionally! Its not something I can do! Normally, I would grumble about the reason for this bad luck. If the reward was the same, the easier difficulty was ideal. However. just one person. good. Jin Hyuk Man was an exception. The privilege of the first person to conquer the tower and the fraudulent characteristic of ability copying. As long as you have these two pirs, you can smile no matter how difficult the situation is. [ck Retana C Acid Antennae] Difficulty to obtain: A Copy Condition: ck Retana, who lives in a herd, moves solely by the Queensmand. In order to copy such ck Retanas ability, you must kill at least 500 ck Retana. (However, if one of the raids captures the queen and holds it hostage, the radiation condition is met even if the target number is not met, and you can get the queens acid antennae instead of the normal acid antennae.) Conditions written in Eye of Gluttony . Jinhyuks mind spun quickly. Its a hostage situation He is more confident than anyone else when ites to threats and torture. Its because thats what Ive been doing as if Im breathing until now. Besides, it might be possible to fuse not only new abilities, but also useful ones through them. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! quaaang! Big! Quickly Do something! I cant stand it! Only Ahn Il-man received the attack with his entire body from behind the shield. Sandra, who was behind, cast a healing spell while sweating profusely. Wait a minute. Its not a child, its whining! Romanowski had just finished the stockade. The red spheres gathered in her hand swallowed ck Retanas face. Roaring! It works. The firearm that prated the eyeball slowly gnawed away at the brain. Now! Sua Kang climbed onto the back of ck Retanas neck. Although the outer skin was very hard, the gaps between the connections were rtively fragile. Fu-wook! Keeeeeeeeeee! As the sword dug in, a long, long agony burst out of Centipedes mouth. Still, breathing is not bad between the team members. Unlike the beginning when I was terrified, as time went on, the sum started to match well. one like this. The Prime Service guild members were looking for another game. how long has it been like that? After a close battle thatsted for about 30 minutes, all of the ck Retana who crawled out were cleared. Most of them were handled by Chun Yu-seong and Jin-hyeok. Did you find anything? Jinhyuk muttered into the air. OK. [The deity Roaring Thunder tells you to examine the corpse at the end.] The corpse? Did you pay attention and missed something in the corpse? Jinhyeok walked to the farthest end. !? This is no way a very small gap in the head. It was on a different level from the wounds in other ces. The cuts are all bait This is the final blow. A very neat shot. Above all, the faint reverberation of magical power felt from the wound was of a familiar kind. [Old Guard] As the guard of the primeval beings, Ive already fought them once before. Monsters that did not reach the divine level, but corresponded to the heroic level. Among them, this mana is of a different rank. One of the top 5 people came I knew roughly that there was an unusual guy, but I didnt know that a guy this strong woulde out. I think this will be several times more troublesome than attacking the 32nd floor. ? ? ? As expected, Geomseong-nim is amazing. thats right. What would have happened if it wasnt for Cheon Yoo-seong Haha. I wish you well in the future. Everyone praised Cheon Yoo-seong with their eyes wide open. Nothing. Chun Yoo-seong replied as if it was not a big deal. The corners of his mouth are twitching even after he says that Did you see that? I am this much. Yes, you are the great swordsman. But its a key. You how many times have I told you not to call me that! Uh huh. Do you call a key a key? If you feel unfair, can you make a bet with our contract? A bet? If you win, your life will end as of this time. Instead, if I win, the ve contract will continue for another week. how is it? Chun Youseong closed his mouth. To be honest, I would be willing to sell my soul if I could get rid of the shackles around my neck. Because he knew best how painful the past times were. But so far, I have endured a hellish time. In a little while, this fucking contract will be over. Why should I ept Lowry Turn High Risks offer? Whoa. Thats definitely a good reason. By the way. Its just a matter of making it a reason. Took Rabbit ears and mesh stockings. It is a bunny girl outfit that you would only see in Las Vegas. Im thinking of wearing this in this raid. Alice and Teresa will also join soon. It doesnt matter how much time is left. even for just one hour. What you do in that time is what matters. You you trash bastard Thank you for thepliment. Rather, Jinhyuk smiled brightly. Whats the point of saying that youre trash? Tell me the damn thing. What a bet. Chun Yoo-seong snapped at the bait. Chapter 494 Episode 494. The Enemy Within The Mafia Game (2) Okay. This is why the prey must be driven into a corner before hunting. Even though you know its poisonous to you, you wont be able to think of getting out. The conditions are simple. Whoever captures the queen below is the winner. If you win, the ve contract ends from that hour, and conversely, if I win, the ve contract is extended by one week. But dont kill the queen. I have things to get out of ckmailing him. Are you saying you want to take hostages? Thats exactly what it means. Damn I get it. That means I just have to move faster than you anyway. Chun Yuseong nodded. To cry and eat mustard. Anyway, the boy had no choice but to ept it. Unless you want to spend every day wearing fancy clothes. [The bet on the ve contract has been reset.] The coercion of the contract was established by themand of the word. Right then. Parts Tsutt! A blue light flickered in the sky again. Lightning strikes that fall irregrly. You must have seen how dangerous this is through the seriously injured people who were carried out from the 32nd floor. Wow! Ohe! A stone This stone is right, right? The party screamed and lifted stones over their heads. Rather than panicking, Jinhyeokman lightly called someone. Thor. [The divine attack Crying Thunder activates the power of lightning!] In line with the falling lightning, Thor covered the stones with a faint shield made of lightning. Instead, in a way that absorbs only a portion of the power rather thanpletely offsetting it. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Quaaaaagh! Oops! Screams erupted from peoples mouths as they were struck directly by lightning. However, no one was seriously injured because the power was significantly reduced. Jeezerit! Ugh get dizzy. Still, thanks to you, I survived. I have my heels too. I wont die from this. Everyone was massaging their limbs as if their whole body was numb. But only one. What a sting. Ahn Il-man did not appear to be shocked. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. The fact that there was no damage even after being hit by this amount of lightning There was a high possibility that this guy was the Old Guards nemesis. For now, lets put it aside and check it out. Jinhyuk pretended not to know and opened his mouth. Are you all okay? It was barely manageable. thank you Its all thanks to yer Kang Jin-hyeok telling us about the stones that can absorb lightning. Kang Soo-ah barely answered. The rest of the people also expressed their opinions that they were okay. Now you wont have to worry about thunderbolts for a while. wow. Did you find a more efficient stone than this? Kang Soo-ahs expression brightened. but. no. I n to go down there from now on. Jin-hyeoks expression that was good at the words that followed was 180 degrees rotten. In general, the nests of insect-type monsters such as ants and spiders boast extreme levels of difficulty. Instead of these small raid groups,rge guilds had to form a coalition to make it barely worth a shot. Of course, Jinhyeok and Chun Yuseong would be able to live on their own. Its a story of monsters. It would be next to impossible for a gossip like himself to survive. Jinhyeok added a word, probably guessing that feeling. Dont worry too much. Support wille from our side as well. Maybe by now Jinhyeok looked around where he hade from. flutter. Then the sound of pping wings rang out. To use Jijim like this My back is going to fall out! Kyaah, lets take good care of your body. Do you want to fall? Im sorry Im sorry. But if I dont do this, I will bete for my appointment. Elise, who vigorously moves her two wings. Theresa was seen holding onto Elises legs. at the same time. The shadow where Jinhyeok was standing swayed . [Wolyeong activates her unique ability Shadow Killer.] Sorry for the dy. Lord. Wol-young, who came from Moorim to handle the work, also joined. In addition, there are ancient species and spirit beasts including sweet potatoes and fried potatoes in subspace, so you wont be defeated by the alliance of manyrge guilds. Are you feeling relieved now? Members quickly grew. It was also arge gathering of the elites of the Goinmul Corporation. yes? Yes, of course! Sua Kang nodded her head. ? ? ? Fire! The primitive me burned, revealing the interior of the dark cave. The capture condition for the 32nd floor is to extinguish the embers of disaster. The key is to find the cause of lightning, tsunamis, earthquakes and fires that ur across the entire 32nd floor and stop them. As long as the attack conditions are known, various guilds are already pouring their energy into developing items such as lightning blocking items with advice from modern scientists, but well work wont be solved that easily. Normally, I have to explore for a full month before I can find clues. A situation where there is absolutely no time. Jinhyeok intended to use an expedient, different from the standard one. Eww! There are a lot of nasty bugs. contractor. Does this really have to go down? Wouldnt it be better to pour magic from above and blow the whole thing away? Its Alice. huh? Please, think before you speak lets talk. Yuseong must be down there, so are you nning on burying him alive? Chun Yoo-seong has already started running alone. It is said that she is struggling with all her might to not wear a bunny girl. hmm. Still, if youre a stupid swordsman, wont you somehow survive? Thats true, but That fool is the one who will survive even if blown into space. Jinhyuk. But who are they? Theresa nced at the Prime Service Guild yers following behind her. These are the people who decided to apany us for a while. I was offered some pretty good terms. He seems to know how to take care of his own life, so he wont get in the way of the raid. is it so? Hmm Is there something stuck? no. For something whose name is not known it feels a bit strange. As expected, the saintess intuition was sharp. He must have sensed the ominous magical power unique to the Old Guard. I have thoughts, so you dont have to worry about the small details. all right. If Jinhyeok-ssi affirms that, then it must be okay Huh? This is The enemy! Everyone took their stance. Cuckoo Cuckoo! The sound of footsteps echoed down the aisle. ck Letana No, its a higher species than that. Quoooooo! It has the shape of a centipede, but has five heads. If the ck Retana I met earlier was an ordinary soldier, this guy is like amander who leads them. [ck Kaiser] When Acid Antennae was activated, the ground began to turn into a mess. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! Damn ignorant! Elise spread a shield made of blood. It could be said that it was almost simultaneous. [Teresa activates Lv16 Angels Torch!] Roaring! Golden sparks stretched out in a straight line. The fire, hot enough to blow away all the acid, swallowed the entire cave. What followed was Wolyeongs surprise attack. In the blink of an eye, Wolyeong caught up behind him and swung his sword. Awesome! Green blood spurted out. Oohhh! Unlike the normal type, the ck Kaiser did not lose its breath even after a series of attacks. chump chump! The antennae raged more violently. from above and below. The weapon, which ran rampant at invisible speed, was quite sharp. however. [Inherited ability Tombgraves Right Arm is activated!] The flying antenna was caught. ? ? ? Kku-gu-gu-guk Keu-oo-oh? The weight difference is more than 30 times. Even so, it was the ck Kaiser side that was rather pushed. The ck Kaiser groaned iprehension. However, no matter how much he used the dragon and twisted his whole body, the opponent did not budge. It must be a small prey Why do I feel such overwhelming fear? why? I jumped in so confidently. Are you scared now? A fishy smile crept across Jinhyeoks lips. Khkhhh! rattle! Only then did ck Kaiser realize. That he was mistaken for a predator and a prey. You have to run away. Its because its a waste of life, but more than that, I have to inform the queen that the intruder who hase here may threaten the entire race. The ck Kaiser moved immediately. to return to where you came from. The soil moved from side to side and the huge body tried to sink into the ground. of course. Its not Jinhyeok who will just leave it alone. Who said you could run away at will? [The unique ability Earthquake is activated!] Damn it! The earth shook and mounds of dirt sprang up in all directions. A terrifying roar and vibration reminiscent of a natural disaster followed. And after a while, there was not a single monster moving in the aisle. Hmm. I caught all the little ones, but the big one got away. Are you doing that on purpose? Elise sensed movement in the distance. huh. I gave you a lot of scares, so that guy will go straight to the queen. Its like you dont have to go through the huge tunnels one by one. Since you have already opened Cheonrajimang, you will soon be able to secure the shortest distance to your destination. It is really wicked. Anyway, I need to know one thing that rolls my head. Ill take it as apliment. Jinhyuk smiled brightly. and. The rest of the members, who watched all of this, opened their mouths and each said a word. All three worlds Are these the members of the Goinmul Corporation? This is really great. Attack if attack, defend if defend. Nothing is missing. The price was high, but it was worth it. Its Uncheol. If you increase the channel, there will be an additional supply. Right now, all of these scenes are recorded without omission. If you edit well, the video will be worth a thousand gold. ? ! _ Kuhohhh It looks like hes going to stop breathing at any moment. However, the ck Kaiser moved his tattered body and crawled toward the existence in front of him. A huge underground cave. The queen was sitting on the throne of a huge kingdom that reached a whopping 100 meters in height. It had the antennae and tail of a centipede, but most of its upper and lower body was close to that of a humanoid. ! My child, what happened to this? The queen jumped up from her seat. Kuuuuuuuuuuuuu! Humans areing all the way here? One of them ismander level or higher? Its been decades since they settled here, but no one dared to attack them. At least on the 32nd floor. But you dared to attack without fear knowing where this ce was. Right then. Isnt that what you said? Lets work hand in hand with us from the beginning. that buck A figure emerged from the darkness. Hold your hand? Youre asking for the restriction to be lifted. So that you can run wild on these stairs. Isnt that enough to protect this palm-sized territory? Seeing your beloved ck Kaiser in that shape will give you a bit of a grip on reality, but you alone will never be able to deal with him. So youre saying you can? The shadow disappeared and the mans face was fully visible. Silver hair with red eyes. He has an impressive middle-aged appearance with a handsome beard. Of course. If its us, its possible. A fishy smile crept across Exensions lips. Chapter 495 Episode 495. Queen Lear of the ck Letanas (1) Jinjo. Higher absolutes residing in the upper levels of the tower. Among them, those who were in charge of the head of each family were of different ranks. [Exencion of Ataraxia] The new patriarch who usurped Elises ce was thinking of doing everything to keep her ce. And that terrible tenacity was passed on to the ck Retana. Interest is sincere. Queen of ck Retana. Queen Lear looked at the Exension. Can I just loosen the restrictions? Yes, if only me and those who came here can use their power properly, we will take care of it after that. Another being appeared next to Exencione. red short hair. A spear and shield made of bone stand out. It was Tamia, a n of red dragons. flinch Queen Lear took a step back. It is because they instinctively feel fear of higher species. You Dont be too scared, I wont eat you. Because centipede meat doesnt suit my taste. Tamia shrugged. Lear Queens expression, which was full of wariness, softened even more. If there are even dragons Certainly some humans cant handle it. There will be no problem killing all the intruders. Can I take that as a sign of agreement? okay. My children will follow you. Queen Lear nodded to the side. OK. Kwajik! Quadduk! Keye! Keew! Suddenly, the ck Retana started biting each other. Green blood sttered everywhere. The scene of a fratricidal conflict where only the word terriblees out. All of this was a ritual to release the constraints of Exencion and Tamia. Ten, twenty and fifty. Within 10 minutes, the cave was full of corpses. Are you going to arrange a source of magic power and twist the system like this? Its a method that I wouldnt even dare to do unless its a characteristic of amunity. Exension twisted the corners of his mouth as if he was interested. [Conditions have been met!] [Restrictions on True Ancestor Exension and Red Dragon Tamia are lifted!] [Time limit: 11h : 59m : 59s] eptance and sacrifice. Due to the two noble wills, the height of the supreme beings inhabiting the Tower has arrived. Its finally done. Hastings, who was hiding in the air, clenched his fists. The moment youve been waiting for has finally arrived. thump! My lost arm still hurts. No, this sickening pain must be because of the pride that has fallen to the floor. I wont lose the ball because of the old guard or whatever. This time, I will confidently use the card of conversion I prepared and be recognized for my worth by Nyathotep. It wasnt because he had suffered so much to end up as a senior manager. ? ? ? How many hours has it been since you entered the cave? In the meantime, Jinhyeok meticulously scanned the members of the Prime Service Guild. Kang Soo-ah approached me too warmly. Ahn Il-man suddenly became suspicious due to a stone. Sandra, who is a dedicated healer and skillful in attacking magic, and Jonathan, a ranger who does not lose a breath while exploring long distances. Even the distance dealer Romanowski who does not show his insides. There is no limit to the doubt. I know there is a culprit, but I cant be specific, so that stimted my interest even more. This is because it was fun to identify hidden enemies as if it were a mafia game. of course. You can guess what the guy is nning. I guess hes going to join hands with the queen at the end and hit the back of the head this way. If youre concentrating most of your power forward and youre attacked from behind, the effect will be great. Even more so, if the target of the surprise attack was a high-ranking old guard, it would hurt to say anything more. Papapat! The pile of dirt right next to it parted. What came out were centipedes measuring 30 cm in length. Although they were small in size, they were deadly venomous. But just before the insects bite Jinhyeoks nape. A worm or something dares to stick its teeth at the lord. Wolyeong appeared from the shadows. Awesome! As the sword drew a semicircle, the bodies of the worms were cut into dozens of pieces. I feel it once again, but its sharp enough to give goosebumps. Once again, I felt very reassured because I was on the same side. thank you. It was nothing. Its just a matter of course. Wolyeong bowed her head politely. Conversely, Her Majesty the immature Queen kept whining. contractor. Is it still far from being a queen or something? If Jim is locked up in a dingy ce like this, his skin will quickly deteriorate. Who is not an immature vampire? Ive never seen him stand still. Because we are almost there. Have some patience while eating this. Jinhyeok passed arge piece of chocte into Alices mouth. It is a handmade snack with a crispy crust and melted chocte. Only with this one. Crisp load crispy. Whoa. Whoa filth. gulp. In less than five seconds, the snack disappeared into my stomach. Can you calm down now? Give me one more, and Ill consider it. This is expensive. I bought it as a limited edition at Shinsegae Department Store. Imand you, give it to me. Dont whine all day today. Also, I will make sure to pay for the sweets. what if so Jinhyeok put another snack into his mouth. Elise let out a series of exmations and pursed her lips. what? Why is that, Contractor? If youre asking for half of it thats a bit You mean you destroyed the contractors ability? Or It must be dead. Because the injury was serious. Fortunately, judging from the location, it seems to have died after reaching the destination The problem is that some of the magic felt from below is unusual. The Queen Lear I knew didnt have this much magical power. quality of horsepower. The types were also different. In particr, the fact that he managed not to fully reveal his power was the most difficult. If you show off to an enemy who enters the nest, you show off. Rather, it was because it made no sense to hide it. Does it mean that the Old Guard had something nned? Now, there is not much time left until the finale. In order not to be caught off guard by the opponent, it was necessary to move one step faster. Jinhyuks head began to spin rapidly. And soon, a bright light shone at the end of the passage. My lord, in front of me Looks like youve arrived. A heavy mana unlike before weighed down the air. This is where the queen is. * * * As I took one more step, my viewpletely changed. A lot of ck Retana and ck Kaiser. There were far more monsters gathered than he had dealt with so far. [Queen Queen Lear releases her magical powers!] Kukukukukuku! The entire cave shook violently. Wee to my kingdom. Human. Queen Lear looked down from her throne. Members of the Prime Service Guild froze on the spot. When he faced one of the bosses on the 32nd floor, his fighting spirit disappeared like dust. On the other hand. Huh. You dare to look down at Jim for being a bug. Its nothingpared to the demon king I met in the Demon Realm. Alice and Teresa rather burned their fighting spirit. It seemed that his whole body was itching at the fact that he was able to fight properly after a long time. I will take care of the queen. Support is Wolyoung. Also, its Alice and Teresa-san who draw attention and deal with trash mobs. Lastly, Prime Guild members, please catch only those whoe from the rear. Is it okay if I dont help? Sua Kang asked cautiously. If you give help for no reason, the damage will be greater. If you really want to help, please ask for remote support. And Jinhyeok added a word cautiously. Never let others intervene in battle. If you are forced to intervene, all you have to do is warn us. The most suspicious thing right now is Ahn Il-man. He is the one who endured the lightning without receiving Thors protection. When the battle begins in earnest, it will reveal its tail. It was Kang Soo-ahs warning to prevent that. chuck. Everyone took their stance. You are full of confidence. To bring only that many to fight against my kingdom. You seem to know how many lives you have, right? Why would you bring a bunch of people to get rid of bugs? This is enough and overflowing. Queen Lear rose from her seat. Jinhyeoks words may have touched his pride, and he spewed out a terrifying life. Wipe it all away. Koooooo! Keeeeeee! Numerous centipedes attacked at once. A huge amount of poisonous mist poured out. The acidic antennae also sprayed an acrid liquid. A sight close to hell. However, starting with Teresas Blessing of the Star, the Goinmul Corporations counterattack began. I will open the way. A dazzling cross illuminated the front. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Wow! Loud explosions were heard everywhere. sshing blood and flesh The sword attack raged like a storm. [Inherent ability Strong Power is activated!] 4 golden arms appeared over Jinhyeoks shoulder. Insects must also be crushed to taste. A huge arm fell from above. Puffer Puck! The ck Retana were crushed as they were. Immediately, three abilities were activated in session. A green ice wave created with Destruction Mandok and cier Shaping. When the will of the current was added to it, a death-dealing tsunami swept through the cave. Queueek! Kwah! Dozens and hundreds of ck Retana were swept away without a single scream. What the! Queen Lear made her gship with her eyes wide open. It was because I never imagined that such a ridiculous wide-area machine would exist. But the surprise was only for a moment. Jinhyeoks new model disappeared like smoke. Wolyeong also dug into the other side. fault. Took! Two shadows approaching from different directions. It was an attack that made use of the characteristics of a melee dealer. On both sides of Queen Lear, the ck Kaiser surrounded them as if escorting them. [Grave of Swords is activated!] ck sword steel activated from close range. The ck Kaisers were sliced like radishes. Now, if the shock was enough to remove the queens shield, the job would go smoothly. But the moment the de flew away. Wow! The dagger bounced in the air. thump! A cold feeling crept into his arm. Jinhyeoks pupils dted rapidly. !? Could this feeling be? You finally got caught. Human bastard! A very familiar voice. The true ancestor with pure white silver hair and red eyes was undoubtedly the true ancestor Exension. There are also no ordinary residents behind the uncovered women. They had the same eye color and hair color, and of course, they were full of magical powers unique to the dragon race. Damn it. How can such a variable suddenly intervene? If this happens, you will need to rethink your strategy. however. Quaang! hit something Exensio Oh On! His voice filled with anger contained the ages of eons. take everything you have He exiled himself to an underground pit. The person who pushed those who followed him into hell together. Only the thought of killing him filled Elises head. Alice! No! Jinhyeok stopped it, but it was already toote. Chapter 496 Episode 496. Queen Lear of the ck Letanas (2) It was empty. Abandoned by those who trusted. Because all the glory and honor you had turned into a handful of dust and disappeared. so that. Because no one can understand this sadness and despair. it was painful. And even those feelings will be forgotten. I got the strength to live again. A chance to wash away the shame of the past. I met someone more precious than that. [Ellis activates her unique Holy Spear, Revtion of the Gaebyeok!] Red skewers appearing with red rings. Exension! An indescribable magic power erupted from Alices body. Drops of blood that became a storm rushed forward all at once. Hmm. As expected, its still the same to fight against fire. Exension had a confident smile on his face. Wow! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! The flying harpoons scattered into powder in the air. An ominous energy emanated from the shield made of ck film. Its a pity, but now I can exert the same power as in my estate. It means that no matter how hard you try, it is useless. That shield is about to break if you keep knocking on it. I dare to make you regret revealing your face in front of me to the core. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Elises energy grew stronger. As if it didnt matter if all the mana in his body was burned away. Ellis! Jinhyuk shouted once more. Naturally, that cry did not reach Elise. Damn this must be a headache. Exension and the red dragon Tamia, who have released the systems restrictions. Besides, that bone spear held by Tamia was an unusual weapon in another sense. Did he even get the bones of an ancient dragon? There was no way the two of them would have done a job of this size. Hasting, or maybe its fair to assume that more than just Nyathotep are involved. The variable that the eagle owl had mentioned also emerged as one of the possibilities. Whatever it is, getting out of this hell right now is the key. Jinhyeok sent a signal to Teresa. all right! Theresa moved immediately. This time it was not to attack, but to secure a retreat. But just then Aww! A scream rang out from the ce where Ahn Il-man and Romanowski were. Again, what was expected happened. At this timing, the Old Guard began to move. Judging by the screams, it was already toote. Someone is already dead and the other must havemitted the murder. Now I have no choice but to save someone who can be saved. Mr. Kang Soo-ah! Yes yes Sua Kang muttered with a confused face. My hands and feet were trembling as if I had lost my mind. Rx! yes? yes! I need to get out of here with the rest of the people right now. Come to your senses! Jinhyeok grabbed Sua Kang by the shoulder and shook him. Why why do people on our side kill each other what am I Kang Soo-ah created an even more confused expression. One of my colleagues over there is someone I knew on the surface, but the inside of it is something else. I will give you a detailed exnationter, so take the rest of us and get out of here right away. Kwaaang! Puffer Puck! Quaaaaagh! Another scream rang out. Even in the midst of this, the Old Guard was steadily handling the yers of the Prime Service Guild. I cant Oh, okay, Ill retreat. Kang Soo-ah will take care of any additional damage. Jinhyuk immediately turned to the other side. With this, the minimum defense Fuuk! uh? Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. A sharp pain felt in the back. A sharp dagger was lodged precisely in the shoulder de. Jinhyuk reflexively widened his distance. Hey, you hid it perfectly until you lived, but you react to this in the middle of it? A real person is a person. A fishy smile crept across Kang Soo-ahs lips. You were the Old Guard? Then the one running amok behind me I could definitely feel my vitality disappearing. No way Right. Not one Old Guard came here. Do you think I came alone to hunt a pesky game like you? I heard that you are an old guard in the top 5, but in the middle of it, you joined forces. Do you have any pride or something? Jinhyeok took a bitter taste and drew out his sword. Dripping Red blood flowed from the wound. At the same time, Star Protection and Mand were activated. The power to heal moderate wounds in an instant will heal wounds of this magnitude in the blink of an eye. however. thump! sour! The wound never healed. Rather, it felt like the area where it had been stabbed hardened. Curse Is that the curse of absolute judgment? Jinhyuk looked at the dagger. A de with a unique pattern. You also have good eyesight. Its a dagger of petrification. As time goes by, it gradually deteriorates and eventually the whole body bes a stone. Of course, I know youre talented, but it wont be easy this time. damn it It caught on really well. It was because he was expected to deal with not only Queen Lear, but also the Old Guard following Excension and Tamia. Teresa and Wolyeong also dont have the energy to help because theyre doing their best to deal with the centipedes. Above all, as Sua Kang said, the wounds she now suffered were not serious. ? ? ? Same time. The battle between Alice and the Exension also became more intense. Hundreds of skewers disappeared all at once. Only the red sh revealed the trajectory of the flight. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! However, Exension intercepted all the skewers that Elise had thrown. ck skewers began to fill the air again. good. very good! Back then, I was so insanely strong that I even felt fear After all, signing a contract with a lesser human being has turned me into a loser! The Exension exploded with a ray of light. The more the battle is repeated, the more clearly the charter is tilted. The number of skewers floating next to Elise was reduced by almost half. On the other hand, Exension was still alive and well. Look at my contractor and dont say that Im not good enough. My contractor is stronger than any being in the tower. Puhaha! It must have been covered very well. After all, he used dragons in his own way. Taking out Alice sealed in the Corridor of the Fallen and climbing to the 30th floor of the tower is definitely a tremendous achievement. Thats for humans. However, from now on, the realm of heroes and gods that transcend humans. yers who have been arrogant until now will fall with their wings broken. From now on, it will be a little more difficult to ept. Alice. You cane. Jim hasnt even shown his full strength yet. Ellis did not lose and fought back. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! A red window and a ck window intersect. As the enormous number of magical masses collided, huge waves spread in all directions. Koooooo! Keye! The centipedes around him were caught up in it. like a natural disaster. Just being near it would tear your whole body to shreds. Ha ha ha! Thats not enough. try harder and harder Isnt your Cheolcheon enemy right in front of you! Exension, which had been heated up, raised its voice even more. From above below. A spear made of dozens of skewers fell. [Exension is Lv?? Summons the Chaos Spear!] Kuh! Elise immediately pulled out the red des. Hundreds of des rotated clockwise to create one huge shield. The strongest defensive skill among the possessions. But Kwaaaang! The power of the fallen spear was a kind that far exceeded expectations. The ground cracked like a tortoise shell. Dozens of shockwaves arose as if they had been directly hit by a meteor. ? ? ? Patter. Fragments fell. Ah uh The dusty Elise struggled to get herself up. All the red des were smashed and fell to the ground. It was barely blocked, but the damage was great. I cant use my left arm anymore. The lungs and the liver were also injured. Its not strange even if it copses at any time. Whats more, the supply of magical power from the contractor has also weakened. Could it be that he was injured? Elise turned her head with difficulty. Then I saw Jinhyeok staggering. Judging by the amount of blood gushing out of his shoulder, he must have been seriously injured. We need help right now. You, and no one else, must find the contractor. that buck Elise left her injured body behind and moved toward where Jinhyeok was. that buck The steps are heavy. Vision is also blurry. still have to go You have to be by my side somehow. You have to let them know youre here. Ah Alice slowly reached out her hand. Jinhyuks face could be seen in the distance through the thick dust. Hoo. Did you stop that? However, the cold voice did not allow Alice to go to Jinhyeok. Papapat! A long, thin sword mark appeared on Elises leg. The Exension with its rapier pulled out blocked Elises path. Get out of the way You look like youre about to die, but your snout is still alive. Get out of the way! Dont give orders with your mouth. Speak as a force. The fallen head of the previous generation. Parts! The Exensions rapier burned dazzlingly. The sword engraved with the dark red rune was a holy relic that had been passed down from generation to generation in the Ataraxia family. The reason why you were defeated at that time was because you neglected the swordsmanship that a true ancestor should have mastered. Long-distance attacks are basic. In addition, it was necessary to specialize in closebat as a family head. Where can I get it? Exension snapped the tip of his sword. I also learned. Alices small mouth opened. What are you muttering about? I also know how to use a rapier. You learned how to use a sword. The contractor who taught me how to use the rapier. If it was how to handle a rapier, he learned it over and over again. From the strongest in the tower he knows. Whoops! Alice opened the subspace inventory. What appeared was a rapier with a pure white de. The handle, like a single flower, settled into Elises right hand. Youve got a good posture. So, what are you going to do with that body that is depleted of mana and injured? Apparently, the person who signed the contract with you isnt in a position to share his magical powers either? It doesnt matter. with my own power Im going to find a contractor. [The contract is temporarily discontinued.] [It consumes its own magic power.] [When all magic power is depleted, the target disappears.] Red status windows appeared one after another. [Revtion of Gaebyeok C The pure-blooded angel Redemption is activated!] A pair of wings split into three pairs. The red ring was dyed white, and the color of the sword and wings became the same. A feast of white and red magic. This is Alices. No, its the closebat of Ellis von Ataraxia. Chapter 497 Episode 497. Coronation of Napoleon (1) Cuckoo Cuckoo! Resurrection of the fallen family. The pure-blood magic that gathered life force as coteral once again reproduced the status of the head of the household who led Ataraxia. Creepy! A cold chill passed through Exensions skin. I wont be able to forget How can I forget? The strongest Jinjo who showed off his overwhelming majesty even against all family heads. but. It continues to weaken from the peak at the moment the ability was activated. In the first ce, it is impossible to recreate the heyday with that body. No matter how much vitality is eaten, there is a limit. If I can endure a few moves, the odds are on my side. What is needed is an energy source that can buy that time. Normally, it would have been solved in the blood prison where the ves were imprisoned, but this is not the territory of Ataraxia. It doesnt matter. There are so many prey here that it rots and overflows. Alices only chance to adapt to her own power would be now. Exension reached out to the ck Kaiser who was nearby. Whoops! Arge amount of blood flowed through his palm. Keekoo aw Less than 3 seconds. ck Kaiser twisted his whole body and copsed. What are you doing! Queen Lears eyebrows curled in reverse. I just took the means to win. Dont say anything with just one. I decided to cooperate with you, but this ce is still my kingdom. It is said that harming children recklessly without my permission is a separate domain. Are you pretending to be a queen in a ruined kingdom? I know what If you want to, Ill try to pay attention. The Exension didnt think much of it. That rather aroused Learquins anxiety. If he continues to absorb children like this and if he doesnt show any guilt or hesitation in his actions. In the end, he wondered if he might even be abandoned. But I couldnt tell you right now. It was because it would be more troublesome if both forces were turned into enemies here. Hmm. Enough. The Exension, which had absorbed several more ck Kaisers, nodded in satisfaction. When supplied with blood and mana, the ck drops of blood shone like obsidian. Ellis, too, hadpletely absorbed her mana. Are you ready? Exension. Dont pretend that you waited for nothing when you couldnt control your own strength. It all shows that you are overdoing it on your face. Youre overdoing it Elise muttered in a self-deprecating tone. Certainly, the power that diminishes every minute and every second is different from when it was in its heyday. Like a flower that blooms and withers quickly. Its just futile and futile. However, Elise was satisfied with just having that moment. Wait, Ill go find a contractor soon. If it was for the one who had reached out his hand countless times and saved him from despair It would not be a waste of his remaining life. A thin stream of blood ran down Alices eyes. pounding! The overloaded blood vessels and body had already started running out of control a long time ago. pounding! There was not much time left. I will put an end to this infernal evil. [Ellis is Lv?? Activate Pure Blood Armed C Requiem!] Countless skewers have disappeared. At the same time, Elises model also disappeared. Hundreds of pure white blood flowers. It is a form of pouring everything into meleebat. fault. rides across the wind Alices rapier, which closed the distance in an instant, pierced the space. like a bullet. The rapier, aiming for one point, aimed at the heart of Exension. Quaang! Big! Exension bounced off the sword in a matter of seconds. But this is just a greeting. Elise pushed her foot deep into the Exencion. Now, the distance has narrowed enough for breathing to reach. It was an unimaginable number for Elise, who was weak in closebat. Your own grave Huh Eok? Exension, who was about tough, took a deep breath. Whoa! A strange magical power formed on Elises left hand. This is not a skill of the true ancestors. The world of Moorim on the 20th floor of the tower that I have seen before. It was clearly an ability used by the residents there. Mu Ball? While the Exension freaked out, Elise calmed down. Whoa. The energy that spreads through every corner of the body. Countless times, I watched Jinhyeok from the side and observed Jinhyeoks abilities and skills. Yes. This is nothing more than an imitation. but. Jinjoga, one of the strongest races. That, too, was imitated by Elise, who had the most talent among all true ancestors. [Episode 3 of Dark Heaven Demon Emperor.] The eclipse and the eclipse are connected. The magical powers connected so naturally soon formed a form. [Blood prating goggles.] No matter how strong the defense is, its useless. Because the blood prating goggles were martial arts that destroyed the target from the inside. Kwaaang! Exensions body flew to the other side as it was. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwaa!!! The walls copsed, but the entire basement shook violently as if it hadnt absorbed the impact. If it was this, it would certainly have been effective. However, after a while, Alices expression darkened a little. I couldnt kill him. I could feel the magic power of the Exension in the smoke as if I had avoided a direct hit. On the other hand, Alices magical power was more than consumed. Its too much now. The telegraph furiously sent out warnings. If you overdo it, you will face the worst result. No, Ill save the contractor no matter what. Roaring! Elise burned her magic even more. The pure white wings radiated dazzling brilliance. ? ? ? Another Ok Another Ok. Drops of blood ran down my shoulder. As the petrification progressed, the whole body became as heavy as wet cotton. Are you still holding out? I know. Because the real me is me. Ang. Its the first time Ive seen you fail in an ambush. Prime Service Guild. No, the guys who thought they were members of the Prime Service Guild gathered one by one. Three Jinhyeok let out a sigh as if full of energy. Id like to have two if possible. Most of the yers who came here were old guards. Besides, Ang is a monster that ranks third among the Old Guard. Fortunately, these guys did notpletely escape the restrictions of the system, but the number of three was still burdensome. Even more so now that he has been cursed with petrification. I dont think Yooseong hasnt found this ce yet He ll probably be at the top for a while as he cuts down all the centipedes he sees in front of him. Taking out the ancient species and the spirits was also a way, but right now, there was not enough magic to supply everyone. Especially there was something strange about Ellis. Even though I used the unique voice spear, I couldnt easily seize the victory. Why do you care about that? Ang, wearing Kang Soo-ahs shell, was killed. I was concerned, but rather it was because I was worried about the other side fighting the mosquito queen. Huh. I see The way I see it, your side of Jinjo doesnt seem likely. look. Are you almost dying? Ang pointed into the dust. Then, in Jinhyeoks eyes, he saw Alice who was about to copse. Unbelievable. There should be no problem with the supply of magic power Why did you get such a serious injury? no way. Did you cut off the supply of magical power from me? Really. Alice was fighting while burning herself. stupid like this No matter how much, I didnt notice until Elise reached that point. Kick kick. look. so you said It would be dangerous. Ang giggled as if dying of joy. It wasnt the time to rx. Roaring! ck energy surged from Jinhyeoks dagger. Heavenly Devil and Grave of the Sword were activated at the same time. Its because Im thinking of breaking through at once. of course. Dont be hasty. Lets y slowly among ourselves. If youre in a hurry, try drilling somewhere. There was no way that the Old Guards would let such Jinhyeok pass smoothly. If you want to die gracefully, go away. Im not in the mood to y around. Oh my, Im sorry about that. We want to keep this prank going for as long as possible? Jinhyeok gripped the sword in reverse. The posture is lowered and the center of gravity is also directed downward. break through like this Quaang! Kakakakang! Different sword strikes raged like a storm. [Inherent ability Triple Magic is activated!] Following the sword strike from left to right, arrows made with cial Molding poured down. However, the formation of three old guards was not easily broken. Rather, he caught Jinhyeok off guard and pressed him, who moved hastily. Doesnt this be too easy if you overdo it with an injured body? Ang licked the blood off the dagger. Alice, as well as Wolyeong and Teresa, are tied up in their own fights. Hunting, which slowly dries her opponent to death, was her favorite method. [The Curse of Petrification elerates further.] The red status window keeps popping up. My body is getting stiff, but I cant see the possibility of winning. It means that even escaping from this ce with the remaining members requires extreme luck. Jinhyuk quickly looked around. There was only one possible route left. [Gemma Cheonryeongbo is activated!] Squeeze out all remaining strength to move. however. The road was not a bow. It was a trap deliberately set up by the Old Guard. When Jinhyeoks feet reached a certain point, the magic circle spread on the floor gave off dazzling brilliance. You got caught! [Ang activates her unique voicence Two Times!] For a moment, time passed slowly where Jinhyeok was. On the contrary, Ang distorted time and approached Jinhyeok. This dagger only takes two stabs. I heard from him that he is a very tricky enemy, but it seems that even you will be shaken when yourrades are in danger. Ang turned her palm up. fluffy The dagger floated in the air. neither slow nor fast. The dagger left Angs hand and flew towards Jinhyeoks heart. Kuh Ugh Mo Ohm Jinhyeok struggled, but the two times didnt work out. Before I knew it, the de came less than 30 cm away. If you are trapped inside, the same result will be repeated over and over whether you use 1 second invincibility or revive with Blessing of the Stars. The power to warp time itself was just as absolute. But just when the knife was about to reach. Someone interrupted. Fu-wook! With a terrifying destructive sound, the sword burrows into the body. Blood gushed out of Alices mouth. Time seemed to have stopped forever. why? Jinhyeok asked, but Alice did not answer. Instead, he smiled and stroked Jinhyuks cheek. His fingertips were both warm and cold. As if it would cool down immediately. Thank God thats it. contractor. Im not hurt Of course Im not hurt. Did you think I would die from something like that? And you, what is this like? A guy whose name is Jinjo doesnt recover quickly from his wounds. Whoops thats right. I must have looked bad in front of the contractor. Still, it was worth the risk. Dont say anything nonsense. get up quickly Ill get out of here and take care of your wounds first. huh. go first Ill follow you right away after a little rest. Im too sleepy right now Eyelids gently closed. Tuuk. Alices hand fell helplessly. ? ? ? Whoa. put it like this Catching Ataraxias ce. Sheesh! It was my prey. Dont get too hot. Because no matter who hunts, just kill them. Thats right Exension and Ang chatted over Elise. And all of that conversation came through Jinhyeoks ears. . I wont let her die. It was enough to make up for theck of mana. but. I crossed the line a bit this time. As I climbed the tower, for the first time, emotions I had never experienced before surged up. Be patient with me for a little while. Ill get it sorted out soon. Always thoroughly calcted. I have lived my life excluding everything else for the best interest. but not now Its been a long time since Ive been in my head for a long time since Ive been in the middle of a long time. My mind sank colder than ever before. Whoa! Jinhyeok opened the subspace. [You used The Coronation of Napoleon.] What is that? What item did you take out all of a sudden? A really insignificant picture. But with just that one. Something has changed. what? Ang, who had beenughing for a while, took a step back without realizing it. Chapter 498 Episode 498. Napoleons coronation (2) [Napoleons coronation is activated.] [Reproduces the heyday of the casting target.] Parts! Mana is condensed. Jinhyeok looked at the coronation of Napoleon, which was slowly burning. It reminded me of the hard work I had to do to get this. But the thought was short-lived. No regrets. Because there was a reason I had to do it even if I had to throw everything away. [Release limited Duplicate one of the unique armaments.] [Configuration time 0h : 2m : 59s] Various examples came out. All of them were weapons and armor essories that were used when climbing the top of the tower in the past. Of course, you have already decided which one to choose. p! The appearance of Hongryeon changed, and a pistol was clutched in her hand before she knew it. ? ? ? What is it? What is this cold life? Ang looked at the stiff limbs. Its unbelievable, but my body didnt move on its own. To be honest, this was my first experience. No, Ive experienced something simr to this. A long, long time ago yes, thats the feeling I felt when I first knelt down and swore obedience to Nyathotep. What is this? Could it be is that the energy he exudes? Trembling voices came from the mouths of the rest of the Old Guard. A figure that could not have been imagined even being the same person a moment ago. The curse of petrification of absolute judgment had already disappeared. Are we or am I afraid? Awesome! Ang snapped her mrs. No way! Is it usible that he, who hunted the great heroes of mythology with the full trust of primeval beings, was frightened by only one human? It was just that I felt ufortable with the unfamiliar energy. There must be a reason for that. I will distort time again. In the meantime, everyone Before Ang could finish her words, Jinhyeok pointed the gun forward. Ang immediately reacted to it. As long as you know the direction the muzzle is pointing, you can block or avoid any number of firearms. Of course, defense is the only way to minimize risk. Nobaid! Yes, I know. Romanowski right next door. No, the old guard Nobaid pulled out a huge shield. [The unique ability Immortal Shield is activated!] 17th in the ranking. However, when ites to defense, it is close to the top 5 yers. As the protection granted by the fire giant nestled in the shield, a huge me erupted around it. Those iron bullets. It will melt before it even touches the shield Kaaang! What followed was the sound of something hitting the shield. and. Perpuck! It was the sound of flesh disappearing entirely. uh? Novades eyes widened rapidly. The lower abdomen is somehow empty. The strong shield is no longer there. All you can see is a red-hot circr hole and the ce where the flesh a little while ago was guarded by it. Quaaaaagh! Nonsense. It was pierced with one shot! Nobaid! Ang and Acador shouted at the same time. What kind of absurd power bullets exist? Even if Zeus absolute Noble Phantasm, Astraphe, was hit directly, the shield of immortality wouldnt be pierced so pointlessly. No, even Nyathotep would not be able to pierce this absurdly. It was impossible. But the nightmare started from now on. Took. Jinhyeoks new model disappeared. Move? Its not that kind of area. The neww has a preparation action to jump. Space movement requires time to cast magic. Common sense. However, Jinhyeok omitted all that process. As if the space had been folded into one, it reached Novades nose in an instant. Took. The muzzle that touched his chin felt particrly cold. Novade was half a beatte, Recognizing Jinhyeok who had entered the street, I tried to cover myself with a broken shield, but everything was too . Taaang! An invisible bullet was fired from the muzzle [Lv??? Light of instant death is activated!] Novades head disappeared with a white sh . A status window indicating that the level had risen appeared one after another, but Jinhyeok looked at the next target with an expressionless face as if he didnt care about it.Acador and Ang met their eyes and let out a heavy silence. In terms of time, it was only about 5 seconds. Meanwhile, the strongest tanker in the tower died . I didnt expect this either. I would have been better off fighting Hercules several times over. Damn it. Im going to drop out. If its a fight like this, Ill have to bring the captain at least. Acador immediately concentrated his mana on his legs. If Ang was specialized in closebat and Novade was specialized in defense, he had an organ called speed. If the situation went like this, if he was alone, he would be able to escape somehow. .Rather than risking your life in a fight with no chance , running away was the correct answer. Wait! It was because I could see Jinhyeok, who had caught Acador in mid-air. You predicted my escape route? Because tracking is the basic of the basics for a ranger. Nothing special. From top to bottom. The daggers traced a smooth trajectory. Sharp! The halved Acador fell in different directions. ? ? ? With this, two. The two Old Guards who came with them were all dead. .. .. Ang looked away from the corpse. Acador, who specializes in ambush based on high-speed teleportation. Being able to catch him so easily means that none of the Old Guard can escape from Jinhyeoks clutches. Thats why they fight. Ang raised both hands up. Yes, you won . So, tell me what you want. Coins? Magic stones? Or various information rted to relics or towers? I can answer anything. Although she is employed by Nyathotep, it is only for her own interests. Unlike most of the loyal Old Guards, Ang was not willing to give her life. Even if Jinhyeok asked for information about the primeval beings , Because I was willing to tell you. By the way, The dagger thrown at Elise. What came out of Jinhyeoks mouth was unexpected: If its a dagger its curse of petrification? Was that the purpose? If thats the case, its not difficult. Although the holy relic with absolute judgment was precious, it wasnt more precious than life. Which hand is it? Ill hand it over right away what? I asked Alice which hand she threw the dagger with. What is that Creepy. Angs whole body gave goose bumps. It was a mistake to hide her right hand behind her back without realizing it. Is it that way? Jinhyeok swung Barnard . Angs right arm soared into the air. A thick spray of blood sttered everywhere. The shield, which had been spread out in case of an emergency, naturally did not do its job. To dare attack I told you Id tell you everything! Curious! You didnt even do it? If youre going to climb the tower in the future, youll need my information! Ang scolded, but Jinhyeok did not bat an eye. I dont need it. I dont care what information you give me. I dont care what the price is. The reason I used Napoleons coronation was to pay the price for the man who was mortally wounded by Elise. Ang, having read the intent, hardened her mind. There was nopromise. He realized he had to fight at all costs . [Ang activates her unique Sacred Spear, Two Times!] The unique Sacred Spear that was used just a moment ago has reappeared. The ability to distort time. In addition, [True, Deaths Ball is activated!] In battle Specialized unique abilities were used one after another. Woo woo woo! A ghost with long hair appeared. Its size is about 20m. This ghost connected to Ang is the opponent who fights on behalf of Ang . I couldnt see his face, but smoke flowed constantly from his pale skin and lips . Ang threw back her one remaining arm, and then the ghost also threw back its long arm in the same motion. Parts! ck smoke gathered and a greatswordrger than the body of the ghost appeared . Its not my taste to fight so fiercely, but Ill try to match the situation as it is. Ang calmed down slowly. I can roughly guess what the n is. Exension and Tamia, who have not yet grasped the situation properly, and are seeking help from Queen Lear . He said it was his turn. Besides, judging from how he gathered his mana so carefully, there must have been a trick he was hiding . Its useless no matter what you do. In the current situation , even if the 50th floor came here directly, it could have been destroyed. The ghost let out a scream, and at the same time, the skeletons embedded in the des let out a long scream . Its painful! Its painful! Its painful! Im going to curse you. Everyone die! Kick-kick-kick-kick! It was a scream that seemed as if heaven and earth would leave. Kwa C kwa-kwa- kwa- kwaa! As I turned, the greatsword passed by with a gap of a piece of paper . Keeeh! Ang and the ghost swung their swords again . It had enough power to pierce through arge monster. Took. Jinhyeok rotated his body while holding the dagger. The dagger that seemed to be grazing the ground aimed at the timing of the great swording from below. Bang! Another unbelievable sight unfolded. A dagger that was only 30 cm long blew a great sword that was tens of meters high. Where is that? Quadduk! The de cracked and part of the greatsword was smashed. That thing is broken. Angs mouth opened wide. Still, as if he had gotten used to this sight, he quickly prepared for the next attack. This time, instead of focusing on one big weapon, I chose to increase the number. [Death Ball C Lion Frenzy is triggered!] The ghosts arms split into dozens, and ck katanas were held in each hand. even one room. If even one hit, the curse of rotting flesh would be activated. Yu Seong-chang, who distorts time, also intervened in Jin-hyeoks sense of time. Not even you guys can stop all of this! Ang poured all her remaining magic power into it. But at that very moment. Jinhyeok, who had been watching silently, fired a gun towards the sky. Tatatatatatang! A dazzling light shed in session. How stupid! Where are you shooting at? Ang eximed incredulously. It was augh that came out because he thought that the attack Jinhyeok had just made was a mistake. However, the sight that followed Ang realized what Jinhyeok wanted to do. The white lights shot into the sky did not stick to the ceiling. It was immobilized right near the ceiling, absorbing the surrounding mana. A gravitational field that absorbs even distorted time. [I used Space Binding.] It has to be at this level to be able to say that it cant block everything. [Lv??? The light of infinity is activated!] The bullets that were fixed in the air fell all at once. Chapter 499 Episode 499. Coronation of Napoleon (3) A roar that shook the earth. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! Wow! The terrain changes. The endlessly pouring light pierced everything in sight. Quaaaaagh! Ang screamed at her throat, but the beam of light showed no signs of weakening. Flesh stters and bones shatter. In terms of time, it was only about 30 seconds, but the ray of light close to carpet bombingpletely destroyed Angs unique ability. Even the unique voice that distorts time was not enough to hinder Jinhyeoks attack. Cheeik! Acrid smoke rose along the ground. Still, since she was a strong yer in the top 5, Ang did not die in the previous attack. Although it was almost like dying. Ugh Ang barely managed to stand up from her tattered body. Its really just barely retaining its human form. From a medical point of view, it seemed difficult to say that life was attached. Kieeee. The ghost was also in agony with most of its arms ripped off. But it wasntpletely missing teeth. It wasnt even that I gave up hope to live. Ang gathered up a handful of her remaining mana. They will definitelye to kill me. Judging from what theyve done so far, they wanted to kill them directly rather than deal with them from afar. That means there are still opportunities left. that buck As expected, Jinhyeok narrowed the distance. Keugh Ang deliberately let out more pain. that buck Now, the distance between them is less than 5m. If youe just a little bit more Thats when it was enough for your hands to touch each other. You looked down on me saying everyone was dying! The sword held in the ghosts few remaining arms gave off an alert. [Ang activates her unique ability Death Ball C ck Lily Fire!] Roaring! ck mes gathered at the tip of the sword. Magic power equal to the dragons breath gathered into one point. No matter how monstrous he is, he will not be safe if he is hit by ck lotus fire from this distance. however. A new energy engulfed the space one beat faster than the ck lotus fire. [Lv??? Trigger React C Gravity ck Hole is activated!] Doong! ridge! ridge! ridge! ridge! Five lights appeared under the ghosts feet. Pentagrams with different patterns engraved on each. Even at a nce, the ancient runenguage spells seemed unusual. Will an old guard give up so easily? I was expecting you to be joking around. Rangers arent just good at guns. Search, spying, and anticipating the enemys activity radius and setting up traps were also virtues that a ranger should possess. Whoa! Magic power that could not bepared to ck lotus fire was condensed. at the same time. A ck sphere with a diameter of 10m appeared above the ghosts head. Among the abilities he has used in the past, it is this Trigger React that boasts one of the strongest powers. An enormous force of attraction appeared within the Pentacle. Keeeh! ck holes suck everything in. Even if the target is something like light or magic. The ghosts gigantic body was twisted and sucked into a ck hole that appeared above its head. Even the half-activated ck lotus cannon could not escape from the ck hole. Wood deok! Awesome! The limbs were bizarrely broken. In just a few seconds like that. The long-haired Daejeonpletely disappeared. rattle! Leftpletely alone, Ang trembled like an aspen tree. If you kill me, it will be really really big trouble. If the Old Guard in the top 5 is destroyed, Nyathotep wont stand still. Is it a pitiful begging for life until the end? Its absurd to hold onto a rotten rope and make a fuss. An ancient being a rotten rope? Ang stuttered. Who dares to look at them and say something like that? Absolutes who bow their heads even to the gods and senior managers who upy the upper floors of the tower. The reality is that no one has to be humble in front of the 50th floor. As if facing a natural disaster, it is naturalmon sense to hope that it will pass. however. This man is an exception. Im not afraid. Its not a manyong thates out of ignorance. Aposure that can only be seen by those who have experienced everything and surpassed it. It is a state that can only be emitted from an absolute being who has reached the stage of resignation and philosophical view. p! The iron was moved. Wait wait! Then something different Taang! With a clean gunshot, a vent was opened in Angs heart. Kuk kek! Gagging A long gasp escaped from Angs mouth. But it was only for a moment. Even the strongest monster couldnt survive if it lost its heart. Parts! The painting of the coronation was burned even more fiercely. About 30 seconds left. It took less than 3 minutes to organize the old guard set. Jinhyeok quickly approached Alice. A pale face and a cold body. This is what it looks like right before the heatpletely leaves. Im still breathing. It was thin, but not broken. Jinhyeok poured all the magical energy he used in battle into the fallen Elise. Roaring! The remaining magical energy was sucked into Elises shoulder. Please, I hope its not toote I couldnt keep my promise yet, so I couldnt lose Elise in vain. Jinhyeok broke into a cold sweat and focused on restoring Alices spirit. how long has it been like that? Yes. Alices eyelids moved slightly. It seems that he has finallye to his senses. Jinhyuk let out a long sigh. Can youe to your senses? contractor? Im sure I was stabbed, how could I Elise widened her eyes. Thest memory of being knocked down by a direct hit from a powerful holy relic. Unable to ovee the drowsiness, I closed my eyes. I thought it was dead However, he lived again and saw the face of the contractor. I will give a detailed exnation after this work is over. Were only half way there. Jinhyeok looked at the scorched and torn picture. [Coronation of Napoleon] Damage rate 98.2% Restoration is impossible unless there is a craftsmanship or a miracle that makes the impossible possible. I can no longer borrow the power of the coronation. At least for now. Sorry. contractor. You worked so hard to get it. Its because of me Its okay. If youre safe, thats fine. Jinhyeok hugged Alice tightly and patted her on the back. In her head, she was busy calcting the various incidental expenses that went into this job. Even how to retrieve them. . He epted Jinhyeoks hand. Hehe, thats warm. The problem starts now Jinhyeok moistened his lower lip with his tongue. To be honest, I dont even have the strength to wield the sword once. Heal Alice . Since most of the remaining mana has been exhausted, this will be the turning point in the battle . While Alices treatment was in progress, Exension and Tamia woke up a littlete. I still cant feel the reality. The pounding heart and the thrill that filled the whole body were the same. Did you just see it? Tamia broke the silence and opened her mouth, I thought she was hiding such skills. Exension was surprised as well. Now that the systems restrictions have been lifted and the power of the original ss can be fully exercised. I was sure that there was no rival among humans. But that was a huge mistake. The Old Guard, which is known to be able to hunt even household heads. Because Ang died without even making a proper effort. Fortunately, the source of that power has disappeared. An old, antique painting. Obviously, the level of power haspletely changed from that point on. However, now that painting is in a state of being ckened and torn. In other words, there is a high probability that it will not show its majesty again. And even if it does, to some extent . Even if it can be used again It doesnt matter. The strongest holy relic stored in sub-space. What we prepared to hunt down the dead corporation was not only about loosening the restrictions of the system . Can you be sure of that? If youre not weak, well end up like that, even if its the bones of an ancient dragon. No, he used up all his remaining magic power while restoring Elise. Besides Exension nced up at the sky . Damn it . Then Ill have to season it with the centipedes first. You can check if its real or not, right? Okay. Its not a bad choice to minimize the risk. I guess Ill have to use a few of them to suck blood. The two agreed. Exension once again scanned the nearby ck Kaiser, intending to absorb the one with the most magic power. Are you nning on sacrificing my children again? Queen Lear expressed an ufortable feeling, Isnt it natural to sacrifice to win? Hundreds of people died anyway to break our restrictions, so adding a few more wont be a problem. Thats thats what you guys think! If we made an alliance But just then. Quaaang! One side of the wall copsed. Damn, am Ite? No, no, Chun Yoo-seong appeared. Yoo-seong! Jinhyeok shouted dly. However, Cheon Yooseong looked for the target, looking at Jinhyeok with one eye. The reason he came here was to escape the damn Indian caste system. In addition, he had to eliminate the possibility of getting a job as a bunny girl. There he is! Chun Yoo-seong immediately jumped at Queen Liar. As the side that secured the queen first was to win, the top priority goal had already been set. The others were also preupied with Jin-hyeok, so it was a step toote to respond to Chun You-seong. What! You guys! Queen Lear summoned a long scythe and swung it. Boooooong! With the sound of cutting the wind, the scythe headed for Chun Yoo-seongs head. However, it was not natural to be flustered and attacked randomly. [Chun Yoo-seong activates his unique ability Sword Song!] Takes me by surprise without giving me time to prepare. A surprise attack that made use of the fastest speed in the shortest distance. Chun Yoo-seong, who raised his sword, shed the scythe with a single knife. Caang! The scythe flew through the air and spun around. This is the end of the damn life of very! It really would be. if. Caang! Unless someone just got in the way. Chun Yoo-seongs sword bounced off the dagger. Chapter 500 Episode 500. War of pure blood (1) Fraud. It refers to causing misunderstanding or deceiving others for ones own benefit. What the hell are you doing! Chun Yoo-seong raised his voice. No matter how important thepetition is, securing a queen is everyones priority. However, Jinhyeoks interference was an act that ruined the raid itself. What are you doing? I told you not to touch the queen! Queen? Was this drunk? Before, it must have been yup! Chun Youseong shouted as if he was dumbfounded, but Jinhyeok quickly covered Chun Youseongs mouth with his hand. Get rid of that right away, nasty. Tsk. Jinhyeok hurriedly approached the ce where Queen Lear was. that buck I was just walking, but the ck Retana around me didnt budge. It was because the majesty he showed just before was so great, and he didnt feel the slightest bit of life in Jinhyeok in the first ce. Now dont worry. From now on, I will serve you safely. Come on. Come on. ?? Queen Lear tilted her head, as if not understanding. But I couldnt deny it. There wont be any reinforcements this strong in the current situation. Anyway, if I stick there, itll be used for absorbing mana and then thrown away. Just looking at what Exension and Tamia have done so far, the future has been decided. Because of this, Queen Lear had no choice but to be shaken by Jin-hyeoks y. Maybe, just maybe I didnt know this might be a new club. * * * you must be thinking. Jinhyeok smiled at the troubled Queen Lear. Judging from the high-handed attitude of Exencion and Tamia, Queen Lears position must have been shaken. It would be natural for a monarch to lead a group in his own way to worry about his next move. And Jinhyeok dug into that point precisely. Finally Queen Lear seemed to have made up her mind and opened her mouth. Are you saying that if Im with you, we can keep our children from getting hurt? of course. Jinhyeok answered in a voice that did not waver at all. Whoever sees it, the sincerity is dripping. Besides, he had the skills to back it up. However, the biggest reason for Queen Lears change of heart is He was willing to burn himself for the sake of hisrades. The rage that emanated from the mans body when a true ancestor named Elise was injured. It was never pretense. It was an action that I could show because I really knew how to cherish those around me and I could do everything for that. i get it. I will try to trust you. Queen Lear nodded. [The ck Letana race follows you.] [By contract, all ck Letanas, including Queen Lear, will take the form of a temporary alliance with the Goinmul Corporation.] Jinhyeok clenched his fists. good. With this, I have secured a card that can deal with the Exension. On the other hand, Exension, who had been watching all of this, let out a rage filled with anger. Queen Lear! What are you doing! An alliance between humans and monsters! Thats why they both have their eyes open. I never thought Id hit you in the back of the head right in front of your nose. If you dared to do something like this and thought you would be safe, you are making a big mistake! Parts! ck skewers appeared behind Exensions back. All of them were weapons loaded with terrifying magical powers. but. Queen Lear did not blink an eye. It was true that he continued to falter, but now that he hadpletely decided on a side, he intended to fight only for one side. Tell us what we should do. I will support you generously in anything. Thank you for saying that. Then first Jinhyeok looked at the plump ck Kaiser. When our eyes met, the ck Kaiser trembled. My child is in full swing. I will make up for the meal. Meal, what is that You just have to watch it. Its nothing. Jinhyeok distracted Queen Lear. Ellis. huh! Eat to your hearts content and recover. Whoa. Can I really eat it all? then. I have to recover quickly so I can fight again. Elise, her eyes twinkling, flew towards the monsters. Hororok. Yum Yum. side. Elise twitched her cheeks with her fangs set in. Kiii In an instant, ck Kaisers face became emaciated. This is due to the loss of excessive blood in a short period of time. Do you suck blood? its okay. I wont wash until I die. Unlike Exension, this side keeps the minimum line. In the meantime, dozens of ck Kaisers and hundreds of ck Retana were sacrificed by the Exension, but thanks to them, Alice quickly regained her magical powers. If this is the case, you should be able to win smoothly. It was when I was thinking so. Ah! These fucking idiots! I will kill them all! Exension roared. No matter how much I kill, my heart ispletely twisted because of the enemies who constantly crawl out. [Exension opens the holy relic!] The item opened in the subspace was unusual. Shootah . The air changes. The magic flowing through the gap made even Jinhyeok flinch. Jinhyuk turned his head. That mana Theres no way it could be that. No matter how much Exension has clues about the relic, he can never find anything more than that? Even with Hastings or Nyathotep, it was impossible. Unless someone else intervened. However, the familiar item in Exensions hand was unmistakably one of the crowns. [Crown of Pure Blood is now open!] The strongest holy relic in the tower and the key to reaching the 50th floor. Even the top giant forces couldnt get it, and the hidden peace that turned on the light in their eyes appeared in front of them. This is the second crown to appear after the Crown of Paedo. Cuckoo Cuckoo! When the Exension put on the pure blood crown, the surrounding blood drops began to rotate at high speed. die. Boooooong Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Skewers made of blood swept around. This is useless even for an insect-type monster with a hard outer shell. At least when ites to Blood Magic, it was the Pure-blooded Crown that could increase its efficiency to the extreme. A holy relic created by the first true ancestor and handed down from the beginning of the tower. A red crown was fully formed over Exensions head. [Instantaneous connection C Blood Beginning is activated!] The red greatsword burned with an ominous light. at the same time. Keeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee Keeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee Keeeeeeeeeeeeeeee ck Retana bodies dried up as they were. Just being nearby would drain your blood. Truly overwhelming firepower. This much Queen Lear took a step backwards involuntarily. I couldnt help but feel a sense of fear when I saw the strong soldiers copsed like rice straw dolls. Yoosung! Yes, I know. Chun Youseong moved at Teresas words. Mass-produced soldiers must have limits. In order to create possibilities, they have to step in. I have to buy time until that damn stagnant person recovers. I have to give Mr. Jinhyeok some time to catch his breath. with each other thinking the same way. [Cheon Yoo-seong activates her unique ability Sword Song!] [Teresa activates her unique ability Blessing of the Star!] The two unique abilities emitted different light. light. fast. Teresa and Chun Yoo-seong aimed for Exension from the left and right. Is it okay if I dont help you? Is it 2:1? Tamia fiddled with the bone spear. It doesnt matter if a few of them attack them. Exension stepped forward holding the sword with both hands. Quaang! Theresa tilted her shield to receive the first blow. big. heavy. Even though the shock was clearly passed, the tingling sensation in the hand is not unusual. However, the rest of them were able to move because they bought that moment. Kakakakang! Chun Yoo-seong continued the herbivorous diet of the Death Soul Sword like water flowing. The series of attacks that pierced like a swarm of bees fiercely prated the gaps of the Exension. fault. Erasing the sword path, the afterimage covers the afterimage. Although they couldnt evenpare in terms of the amount of magical power, their unique swordsmanship and the effort they had put in to perfect it was second to none. Kaaaang! hmm! Exensions sword cut through the air. One step away from the distance between the swords, Chun Yuseong aimed at Exensions neck. at the same time. [Wol-Young activates her unique ability Shadow Kill!] Seeing an opportunity in the shadows, Wol-Young aimed for the bridge, which is the center of mobility. It is a difficult cutting edge to respond to either one. but. Its ridiculous. No bone-breaking effort. A talent that may or may note out as one in a million. Even the luck of being able to do anything cant be surpassed. That is the power of the crown. The dark red spheres floating around the Exencion changed their shapes all at once. In the form of a thin circle inscribed with a hexagram. And what followed was a frenzy of des and whips made of blood. chump chump chump! des and whips protruding from dozens of sextants moved at invisible speeds. It is impossible to see, respond to, or block. In the first ce, there was no room to do anything because all the space was physically torn apart. Cuck! Aaaagh! A scream escaped Chun Yu-seong and Wol-youngs mouth. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! Only Teresa, who had excellent defense skills, seeded in avoiding a fatal wound. Although the shield turned into a rag. You two you two are fine! Teresa immediately ran to the ce where Wolyeong and Cheonyuseong were. He thought that if he healed with divine power he would pass the dangerous hurdle. Who said that? Exension waved his hand lightly. Tsutsutsu! Again the de whips moved at high speed. ! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! A red storm raged where Theresa was standing. ? ? ? [All magical energy has been restored.] The time for vampirism is over. The haggard look is nowhere to be seen. Alice, who had aplete appearance before she knew it, stood side by side with Jinhyeok. contractor. And he looked at Jinhyeok with the same face as usual. Even if you dont speak, your heart is conveyed. Thank you for being with me until now. And thank you for being by my side even at this moment. I was talking like that. lets go. Now we have to step in. huh. I know. Elise nodded. Unlike usual, mana flows in reverse. A warm aura permeated every corner of her body through Elises touch. Whoa! Being injected with Alices magical power. Awakens the ability through the infused magical power. [The unique holynce Revtion of the Gaebyeok is activated!] A red ring floated over Elises shoulder. A white wing sprouted from his left shoulder. The head of Ataraxia who did not lose her loftiness and pride even in the dark. Alice von Ataraxias full armament waspleted. and. Synchronization reached the limit, another ability bloomed. [Your understanding has reached the maximum level!] [The unique ability All Worlds is activated!] Status windows that appear one after another. [The unique vocal chant The Beginning of the Gaebyeok is activated!] Likewise, a red ring appeared on Jinhyeoks shoulder. A ck wing sprouted from his right shoulder. unfolded in the same space. Two Revtions. The fight to regain the pride of Ataraxia has begun. Chapter 501 Episode 501. Pure Blood War (2) Kukukuku! Wings of different colors. Gaebyeok in harmony with ck and white announced the prelude. . This time, it was the Exensions turn to stop. Now that he had even taken out the pure-blood crown, there was nothing to hold back from. In fact, even the rankers that humans trusted so much were defeated within minutes. But now its different. Following Alices unique Holy Lance that damned human contractor was also using the same unique Holy Lance. What the hell happened. The Book of Revtion of the Gaebyeok must be an ability only for Ellis. It was hard to believe that a single yer would use it. Alice was also surprised. contractor. I never thought that Jinhyeok would be able to use his unique sacred spear. Alice looked at Jinhyeok with eyes full ofplex feelings. Its not that Im wary or jealous. Rather, the fact that one of the most precious things is shared with the most precious person came closer. From now on, its real. You have to concentrate and move. huh. dont worry. I think I can do anything if I work with the contractor. Ellis did a good job pouring out embarrassing words. Immediately, Elises new model disappeared. Boooooong! Alice rapidly elerated with one wing and flew in front of the Exension. How stupid! If its that ability, Ive already experienced it to the point of getting tired of it. Exension brought the tip of his greatsword to the ground. Kaka Kak! The ground cracked and sparks flew in all directions. The de that rubbed against the ground turned red. [Exension is Lv?? Activates Deterioration eleration!] Pot! The ck light shed. The aura de that jumped out with an instantaneous eleration could not be perceived with the five senses. position of the eyes. direction of the wrist. to the point where you step on it. It is to predict the trajectory based on the experience of the past. Elise raised her rapier at an angle. Kakakang! The mes were dizzying. fast. Ellis, who gently rotated her sword, pointed the tip toward the sky. [Ellis is Lv?? I activate Blood Eclipse!] A shadow fell on the ring dyed red. total sr eclipse. The blood-covered sun began to condense into a single point. Just because its small doesnt mean it should be ignored. Manapressed to the limit was much more threatening than a simple gigantic mass. Exension knew that, so he didnt just watch the skill beingpleted. Wheein! ck blood poured out from the Crown of Pure Blood. [Coordinate fixation, Spacepression, Magic amplification] Sessive skills. The finishing touch was ck salt, which burned down all designated areas. Whoops! The ce where Elise was was exploded as it was. No matter how powerful an attack is, it has to bepleted to be meaningful. Looking at the thick smoke, Exension sighed. however. I could still feel the strong magic condensing in the smoke. I guess I forgot, but Alice doesnt fight alone. Jinhyeok, whose ck wings were fully spread, received Exensions attack. Since most of the impact was absorbed, Elise, who was behind, could focus on activating the Eclipse. [Eclipse C Night of the day is activated!] First, the sight disappeared. The moment everything in front of you turns to darkness .From above from below. The red line fell. !? Exension hurriedly covered himself with his greatsword. at the same time. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah Kwah! A sword strike that seemed to split the continent crossed the entire centipedesir. ? ? ? Damn it. A senior manager who was watching all of this nervously. Hastings bit his fingernails. No matter how hard I prepared, the person named Kang Jin-hyeok far exceeded my expectations every time. As if you predicted everything. Be prepared for more than that. Even with a pure-blooded crown, I cant easily win. It was never a good sign to be like this even when the opponent hadnt worn the crown of defeat yet. Hastings saw the Exension in his eyes. Still, thanks to the crown, the damage from Alices attack just before wasnt great. but. It cant go on like this. If we keep fighting, the odds are half and half. I had no intention of betting everything on just such odds. If so Tamia-sama. Hastings called the red dragon. huh? I think you should join us. In that fight? I? yes. I feel like I need to do that to be sure. Well, thats true, but if I intervene now, that guy will bepletely turned around? Are you fighting with your own pride? Tamia shrugged. The stronger the race, the more there are things that must never be yielded. As an aloof dragon, Tamia knew that fact better than anyone else. If he intervened clumsily, the Exensions wrath would be directed at him as well. Hmm. Jung If thats the case, I cant help it, but ah. This is a side story, but the dragon lord is trying to hand over the position of the next lord to the green n. As the reason, the warlike Red ncks the will to harmonize and bnce. you! Tamia growled, baring her fangs. Since I touched the most sensitive issue, of course I have no choice but to wriggle. Do not forget the contract we made. Hastings drew a line with a single knife. Its not my business to be proud or proud. It is even more uneptable for things to go wrong while trying to keep that. The important thing is to win this battle and wipe out the dead person corporation. The purpose and means were something to think aboutter. Then you shouldnt worry too much. The Exension I know would hate losing more than dying. Damn I get it. I hope you are right. Tamia reluctantly prepared to move. Whoops! Mana was injected into a spear made of bone. [The ancient spear Brunchi is awakening!] A spear made from the bones of the ancient dragon Brunchi. Even though eons of time have passed since his death, the ancient dragons dignity still remains in his bones. The target is Jinhyeok. If Jin-hyeok, the main pir of the contract rtionship with Elis, copses, he will naturally be incapacitated. ? ? ? Quaang! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Due to the sword attack that continued like a storm, the surroundings turned into a mess. Its really filthy hard. Jinhyeok clicked his tongue while looking at Exension. Regeneration power that has risen to an absurd level due to the pure-blood crown. The attack power itself is tricky, but what really bothered me was that ability that instantly heals wounds. Dont just run away from afar like a rat! Exension opened his palm. Kwajijik! The solidified blood formed a huge square shape. In less than a second, it was divided into hundreds of pieces and flew in all directions. You cant avoid all of them. eptance was also unreasonable. [Ellis is Lv?? I activate Blood Shield!] An endless red shield unfolded in front of Elise. Pupper puck! As blood collided with blood, countless waves spread over the shield. !! An earthquake urred in Alices pupils. It was because he realized that his shield was gradually deteriorating. Are you being absorbed by him? Hahaha! Yes. This is the power of the crown! The Exension exploded with a ray of light. As the saying goes, in a blood-to-blood battle, Alice can never surpass Exension. As long as that crown exists. But I exist to fill the gap. Swoop. chuck! Holding the two daggers in reverse, Jinhyeok took a posture to move again. Closing the distance is key against long-range weapons. If you want to win, you have no choice but to overdo it. Then Jinhyeok opened the subspace. [Wearing the Crown of Pandemonium!] Only those who wear the same crown canpete with the crown. It still needs to be finished before the Exension can adapt to the Crown of Pureblood. fault. face. Exension gathered blood drops again and tried to stop Jinhyeok. But by the time drops of blood were pouring forward. Jinhyeok was already behind Exension. What such speed! Thete Exension hurriedly turned its head. The power of Jinhyeok, which was strengthened by the ck wings and the crown of defeat that appeared in the Book of Revtion, was overlooked too much. The price for that mistake will be very painful. But that was just then. Whoops! The terrifying sound of a hole cutting through the wind struck the eardrum. somethinges Jinhyeok reflexively unfolded cial molding in the direction of the sound. As long as its a few meters thick ice barrier, its enough to throw a weapon quick! The barrier shattered like ss beads. The bone spear looked far from an ordinary throwing weapon. Is that a spear made from the bones of the ancient dragon that Tamia brought? The timing to catch Exension off guard. Rather, it became an opportunity for someone else. But at that very moment. Another surprise happened. [The divine attack Howling Thunder is manifesting!] Kurlung Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwak! A muscr man with a huge hammer appeared along with lightning. As Thor extended Mjolnir forward, the flying spear stopped like a lie. I wouldnt mind either if a high-ranking manager had intervened this deeply. Lord of Thunder. The most domineering god in Norse mythology stood on the side of Jinhyeok. Thanks to you, I live. Ha ha ha! Im d I was of help to you. Yes, leave that dragon to me. If its necessary Ill deal with even a senior manager. It will be difficult for a long time. Thor nced into space. Hastings was there, distorted with bewilderment and anger. Thor sir. Did you burn Yggdrasil all over the ce and even burned his brain at that time? If Olympus finds out that you are here, warriors will soone like bees. Hastings asked Thor a question. Its an intimidating question with a roundabout way. It has the meaning that if it does not spring immediately, it will be turned into a honeb. Thats right. but. This time Thor asked Hastings a question. Do you think Im going to roll my eyes at those bastards? Such petty threats dont work. ? ? ? As Tamia was tied up by Thor, Exension was leftpletely alone. Exension murmured in a voice full of annoyance. There is nothing going on with this guy or that guy. what good Theres no reason for me to hang out with this game by myself. okay. Its a pity that I cant tear it apart with my own hands, but this side would be more efficient. There is no reason to go the hard way. Its pride I could have appeased it if I killed the two guys in front of me. Exension took out the symbol of Ataraxias family from his bosom. A direct authority that can only be used by the head of household. [Call of the Blood World is activated!] Ugh! A huge gate appeared behind the Exension. that buck that buck What followed was the footsteps of hundreds of vampires. Ooooh! look at that Didnt the stupid Jinjo of the previous generation crawl into the tomb with his feet? Just give orders. Please go. We will take Alices head and offer it up! The spirited blood rtives raised their ws. In the eyes filled with greed, I could feel the will to win Exensions favor by making a contribution somehow. So what are you going to do now? Dealing with me alone is too much for me, but can you handle this many? Seeing the troops lined up on the left and right, the Exension eximed vigorously. However, Ellis did not respond to the provocation. Instead, he quietly took out an old, worn-out pattern from his bosom. waited only for this moment After being trapped in the corridor over and over again. [Call of the Blood World is activated!] Another gate opened. Elises immediate blood rtives, including Bellus. Then, Ophelia and other vampires who joined from the Decassus family appeared. Did you call, Lord? Belus bowed his head in front of Elise. Chapter 502 Episode 502. Pure Blood War (3) Originally, the tunnel should be filled with centipedes. However, a new race was now confronting this ce, risking the existence of the family. Bellus looked at Ellis with a face full of emotion. What the hell How long have you been dreaming of this moment? back. Bellus clenched his fist. His fingernails dug into his palms and blood flowed out, but he felt no pain. Trapped in a hellish dungeon, I had forgotten what moonlight was like. Even while his bones were being cut and his soul was being ground, he did not give up his desire for revenge. One day, if the opportunity arises he will make the man who usurped the position of head of Ataraxia and betrayed Alice, whom he trusted and followed, pay the price. And finally the time to fulfill the familys long-cherished wish has arrived. The Lord hasmanded. Sreung! Belus pulled out the rapier from his waist. The blood-stained de poured out dazzling light. Make the Exension pay the price of blood! Oooh! Time for revenge! I will kill them all! A roar echoed through the cave as if it were about to leave. Since there was a lot of umtion in the meantime, morale was soaring to the end of the sky. Alice are you nning on sacrificing everything under you? It must be on your side to be the victim. Because it will be us who win. Ellis did not lose and fought back. Parts Chichit! Magic and magic collided head-on. I cant help it if I want to die. hit it. The Exension side was also ready to charge. soon. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! Vampires of different formations shed head-on. Aagh! Aagh! Pupperpuppung! Kwaaang! Various blood-based magics were messy. The rapier and the rapier crossed, blood and screaming harmonized. [Teresa activates Lv19 Blessed Hand!] Shoot Aaaaaaaaaaaaa . This should be enough. Theresa examined the wound carefully. Thank you. What. Chun Yoo-seong gave a short thank you, and Teresa responded with a light smile. Now that I can join the battle from now on, more and more power will be put on the side of the old person corporation. Lastly, Thor, who joined Jinhyeoks side, also did his part. [Mjolnir C activates the call of thunder!] Blue lightning that is put into the hammer. The holy relic, which only Thor could handle, was unmatched in terms of power. Wow! Kuk! Tamia staggered back. Even though the shock was half shed, the shock was transmitted to the bone. If it wasnt for the main body it wouldnt be easy. Thats why, if you manifest here in an adult form, it will attract the attention of other dragons. For dragons, wandering around the lower floors of the tower is an eptable custom as a kind of game. However, from the moment he manifests as his main body, that category goes far beyond y. In the worst case, the n to aim for the position of Dragon Lord might be revealed. That should be stopped no matter what. Then, the only way left Tamia swung the bone spear clockwise. Boom bung bung! The window screamed out. [Brunhi C Wind Force is activated!] The ancient dragon Brunnhi is the dragon who controls the powers of wind and eleration. If you are pushed out of your strength, you should be able to force it into a speed battle. No matter how hard the body was, the spear of the wind would not be able to withstand it. ? ? ? While everyone is fighting in their positions. Jinhyeok and Alice put pressure on Exension. [Inherited skill Grave of Swords is activated!] The two daggers were loaded with ck energy. In addition, when the stats by Crown of Phaedo were added, the sharpness of the sword was noticeably improved. Quaang! The neww has also changed on a different level. Jinhyeok, who caught the side in an instant, swung his dagger. Wow! A roar that was hard to imagineing from a tiny dagger. However, Exension also responded to Jinhyeoks sword by handling the greatsword like chopsticks. Iron collides with iron. If Jinhyeoks sword boasts speed with a focus on speed. Exensions sword boasts a surefire move to pulverize opponents with one blow. Kagagagak! The sword, elerated by elerating deterioration, headed for Jinhyeoks crown. If you avoid this, your posture will copse. Jinhyeok crossed the two daggers and took the blow. Originally, it was so powerful that even if it could withstand a dagger, it would break its arm, but with the Crown of Shadows, it can withstand such an impact. But before the shock was over. The weight felt from the greatsword became slightly lighter. Exension left the sword and disappeared. ! Jinhyuk quickly turned his head. Right behind. Exensions hand rushed like lightning. At the level of the family head, it should be able to boast of powerparable to that of quite a few holy relics just by raising a fingernail. [Heavenly Demon God and Heavenly Demons Power are activated!] Jinhyeoks fist moved half a beat faster than that. Clumsy! Its big The fist pierced the Exencions stomach with the difference of a piece of paper. A few inches from Jinhyeoks pupils, ck nails stood erect. Kwaaang! Exensions body flew to the other side as it was. As long as he was hit with the Heavenly Demon Sacred Ball, which could damage even ancient beings, it would be difficult for him to be safe no matter how much he was protected by the crown. If possible, Id like to die as it is As expected, I could see the Exension staggering to its feet from among the shattered fragments. Of course, Exension, who had risen to the top of his anger, woulde out more recklessly. Ellis. huh. Im ready. Elise looked at the thread veins engraved on the floor. The Great Magic Circle, inscribed with 17 runes, would activate immediately if magic was injected. I am the head of Ataraxia. No dead ghost dares to take my ce again! Eyes glistening with madness. As expected, the Exension charged without hesitation. 100m 50m and 10m. The distance narrowed in an instant, and now it was close enough that the greatsword would instantly reach if you swung it . With Jinhyeoks shout, Alice blew her magic toward the ground. Uhhh! [Alice activates Lv?? Flower of Fresh Blood!] The drops of blood divided into thin lines and soon began to rotate like a whirlpool . The trapped Exension ended up in one huge blender, You bastard When did you prepare something like this again? Exencione snorted. If it was made of blood, it would be possible to destroy it with a pure blood crown. It wouldnt matter if it was a trap. But. What is it? Even with the pure-blood crown, it wasnt easy to take away the dominion. To be precise, it was gradually taking the dominion back, but the speed was absurdly slow . As long as the preparation period was long, the power and restraint of the magic were impable. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Thepleted magic exploded. Blood gushing from the ground pierced the ceiling and soared up to the sky. Chii-iik! Heat rose from the melted rock. Awesomethats great. Is that the power of the former head of Ataraxia? Even Tamia and Thor , who had been fighting fiercely, turned their eyes away. You dare to do such trivial things! Quickly wipe them all out. We have to help Exension-nim right away! The blood rtives who followed Exension were also confused by the magic power like a natural disaster. However, even in that ridiculous bloody storm, Exension was still alive. It seems that this guy didnt just bring Alice down from her position with her mouth. Even if it wasnt because of the crown, her obsession with survival was beyond imagination. Still, this was enough damage. Elise caught the rapier. Chae stood next to Jinhyeok. In order to be sure to stop breathing, you must aim for the heart, which can be called the core of magical power. Its because of it. Kwaang! Jinhyeok and Alice rushed forward at the same time. The main attack was Jinhyeok. The sword attack was fierce. In addition, Alices rapier, which was stabbing her by surprise , was also difficult to receive with a tired body. Ju-wook ! The speed at which damage is received is faster than the speed at which wounds heal. The wounds no longer heal. Just then, the blood droplets on Exensions body were subtly distorted. Activated!] An ability copied from Amm, the head of Decassus . Exension screamed. This time, the shock was quiterge, so the distance was widened. The horse secured a gap, and it was a movement close to running away in surprise . Exension inhaled a rough breath. Due to the consumption of too much mana for a short period of time, the whole body stopped responding. Even so the only thing that could forcefully continue the battle until his breath stopped was the Crown of Pure Blood. It was one of the abilities possessed. Kuku-kuk-ku! Squeeze all the mana. To the bottom. Prepared to risk everything he had. I didnt want to use even this [Exencion activates its unique holynce Blood Breath!] Theres no choice. Now that this has happened, Ill turn everything back to nothing and start over. It was better to stay alive than to die. Even if you lose all your blood rtives, you will have another chance as long as you are alive. body My body! The blood rtives who followed the Exension tore their bodies apart. This is because all the blood that flowed out of his body began to flow into Exension. However, Exension concentrated all his magical energy on the tip of his sword without batting an eye. cooong! dump. The blood rtives who fell one by one. On the contrary, Exensions momentum grew stronger. Parts Tsutsu! The breath of red liquid burned violently. [Pure Blood Crown strengthens blood magic!] Enough sacrifices and perfect holy relics met. It should be enough to activate the strongest breath. I am the one who survives this fight. A fishy smile crept across Exensions lips. ? ? ? The fact that the Excension has activated its unique holy spear means that it has set up multiple camps in its own way. This fight will end. Are you going to face it head-on? Even so, it is a breath that is activated by sacrificing blood rtives. If you dont avoid it, the risk will inevitably increase. but. trust me? Jinhyuk seemed to have no intention of backing down. Elise pondered the question quietly. We first met in the Corridor of the Fallen until now. There was not a single lie in the word to believe. Even if it was nonsensical, if Jinhyeok said it, he wouldnt have a single doubt. Yes, of course I believe. Elise smiled. Thats how Jinhyeok grabbed Elises rapier with his right hand. Elise also grabbed the rapier with her left hand. White Wings. ck Wings. As the two ovepped closely, the half-wings formed a perfect pair. Although they met each other in different colors, white and ck looked more natural than ever. As if they were one from the beginning. [Conditions have been met.] [Limited ability Blood Wing is activated!] The color of the wings has changed to red. at the same time. Riding the de of the rapier, a red river began to rise. Chapter 503 Episode 503. War of pure blood (4) One sword. He has already seeded several times against Cheon Yoo-seong, who has fought dozens of hundreds of times. But this is the first time with Alice. Thats why I had no choice but to be somewhat clumsy. Why? Rather, that awkwardness made the current sword even more perfect. Roaring! The red river flowed gracefully into the sword. I dont know what youre doing, but whatever you do will be useless! Exension, who hadpleted the breath before he knew it, shouted. As he said, the condensed breath at the tip of the sword did not even measure how powerful it was. At least as long as there is a crown, the current breath might be close to the ancient dragons breath maybe the sweet potatos breath we saw before. And finally. Whoops! A breath made of blood was opened. die! A single sh of light flickered. Soon after, the gale turned into a storm. A red light that burns anything it touches. Jinhyeok looked at Alice. The warmth of the hand holding the sword. Even in situations that might be thest, you can see unwavering eyes. calm breathing. A wave of intensified magical energy that contrasted with that. Even the emotions conveyed in it. Seeing, feeling, and synchronizing everything. Jinhyeok and Alice raised their swords high. [One Sword, One Unit] A single sword strike manifested from two bodies. A pair of red wings spread left and right. Goes. Jinhyeok and Elises swords moved in line with the breath that boasted the strongest. Wow! The de collided head-on with the breath. In an instant, tremendous heat and pressure engulfed her entire body. Big! Ugh! As expected, receiving the breath with bare body is close to madness. Normally, it would evaporate to the bone as soon as it touched it and disappear. However, the strengthened body due to the unanimity of the sword allows it to reach a realm beyond the existing physical power. dimension cutting. In terms of time, it is only about 1 second. It is an absurdly short time to realize and implement a sword attack based on that awareness. one. Im enough. Jinhyeoks breath. I looked at the tip of Exensions sword that was emitting breath. to cut. Two hands folded into one. The magic powering out of the wings is scattered to the left and right. Awesome! The sword connected by the red line cut through the breath. ? ? ? Cool!? Exension stared nkly at the sword scar from the shoulder des to the waist. It is an expression that still does not understand how he cut his breath and cut his own body. Push! Push shot! Blood gushed from the wound like a waterfall. I lost? It was unbelievable, but the scars left on the body clearly told which side had won. A stepter, the excruciating pain and the fear that surpassed it cooled my head. I dont want to die. How did you get to this ce? I didnt want to copse like this. The Exencion approached Elise with the Koopa Koopa Gear. Buy and live. If she receives blood from Ellis, she should be able toe back to life. need blood Pure-blooded blood filled with mana equivalent to that of a householder. Please buy me. His trembling fingertips touched Elises shoes. Elise watched it with sunken eyes. It just felt like all the lumps that had umted over the years were being released. El Reese. Even if its because of the old affection no, even if its for Ataraxia to revive again youll need me. So just once. Look at me just once. desperately and condescendingly. Exension begged for life. but. Alice responded by gently stepping on the Exensions hand. The despair I feel now. Keep it for as long as possible and die. You wont even have a chance to do that after you die. no. I cant I cant. Aaaagh! mother body. My body The Exension grabbed the body that was slowly disintegrating into powder. However, it was not possible to hit the powder that was scattered as ashes again. [The modern family head of Ataraxia, Exencion, has disappeared.] With this, the family head of Ataraxia has changed once again. the red star is falling The old star has risen once again. And right at that moment. [The level has risen!] [The level has risen!] [The level] [ has risen!] [You have acquired the pattern of Ataraxia!] [The holy relic Crown of Pureblood You have obtained it!] [You have acquired the holy relic Blooded Greatsword!] [The new family head of Ataraxia has ascended the throne.] [ Alice von Ataraxias favorability has exceeded the allowable limit.] [Ataraxias blood rtives, including Ellis, will forever be in the future. I will show you respect and appreciation.] Notification messages that appear one after another. The number of levels to go up is unusual. Maybe this Jinhyeok quickly activated his personal status window. Name: Jinhyeok Kang Gender: Male Level: 194 Strength 109 Agility 121 Stamina 85 Magical Power 429 Gap 100 Luck 10 Adaptive 78 Elemental 141.55 Possessed Stat Points: 75 Possessed Coin: 11231494 upation: Ruler of Runes Unique Spear: Ring of Reverse Heaven Phase 2 8 Swamps White Night Final Genesis Unique Abilities: Fusion Grave of Swords Stars Protection Judgment of Anubis Blood Magic Mand One Second Invincible Thousand Venom White Beast Share All Worlds Sanctuary of the Sun Dark Sky Devil Triple Magic Colossus Strike Fire Dragons Breath High Speed Sword Tombgraves Right Arm Berserker Wind Realm Shadow ughter The me of the Beginning Blood Explosion ck Tears Tombgraves Bridge Strong Power The Core of the Corps Ancient Barrier Heavenly Devil God, Mentra Taming, Nihilism, Destroy Heaven, Red Earth Riding, Machine Lord, Geukjin Taekwondo, The Dreams Vow The Will of the Ocean Current, The Golden Apples of the Apostate, Eating Growth, The Hand of the Submissive. Earth Quake. Skill: The content of the skill is too much, so it is converted to a folded state. A whopping 25 levels, including the ones I posted during Guntaperst time! This is the result of not only hunting the Exension with the systems restrictions lifted, but also reflecting the experience gained from hunting the Old Guards before that. This stat should be invested in physical strength. Until now, I had managed to maximize efficiency and endured somehow, but the higher I went, the more difficult it was. It was necessary to raise stamina even for a long battle. [HP increases from 85 130.] [Magic increases from 429 459.] 45 points and 30 points respectively for health and magic. Appropriate distribution was made. Jinhyeok, who closed the status window, quietly looked at Alice. Alice, who had arrived at the end of a long fight, had an indescribable expression on her face. A wish that has been fulfilled ever since the contract was signed. Seeing that, I feel like Ive beenpensated to some extent for the hard work Ive been through so far. Belus and the rest of his bloodline also seem to be in awe, so it would be best not to touch them right now. Now thats all thats left, because its just simple things. Jinhyeok nced at Hastings. Since everything went in vain, there would be no justification for him to be here. [The manager-only gate is open!] Damn it. As expected, Hastings swallowed bloody tears and disappeared. It wont make much of a difference whether you die now or dieter from Nyathotep anyway. Because it is the instinct of all living beings to want to drag their lives even longer by one minute and one second. On the other hand, Tamia, who was left alone, missed the timing to escape. In the first ce, as long as Thor was holding on, it was supposed to be that there was no option to run away. Oops Tamia backed up and her back hit the wall. There was nowhere else to go. How are you going to continue? If you want to y another round against all of us, I wont stop you. Jinhyuk shrugged. Exension, as well as all of his blood rtives who followed him, were all wiped out. good. I will give up. hooked! Tamia rammed Brunhi into the ground. Then he raised both hands above his shoulders. Is this going to save you? It is a clear sign of surrender. To think that a lofty and great race would admit defeat to humans. It was a story that no one would have believed if they hadnt seen it in person here. but. No way. Jinhyeok had no intention of going beyond that level. Still, its the price of a dragons life. Is that what you mean? Even in the fantasy novels I often read in the past, if a dragon saves the life, all the rare treasures are wiped away. It was a national rule to obtain a level ofpensation, such as obtaining one wish. i get it. Then Ill give you a treasure or grant your wish ording to the covenant. Thats a lot of money to pay. Thats normal. Is everything natural? If you are dissatisfied, just die. Even though Im tired, I still have the strength to kill you alone. Jinhyuks eyes sparked. For some reason, I had the illusion that there were even small horns growing on my head. gulp. Tamia swallowed dryly. this cold pressure. I couldnt see the end of my greed, even if I looked down my throat. Its like looking into an abyss. Undoubtedly, he must have the most greedy personality among humans he has ever met. Then what the heck can I do? You know. Right now, Im holding onto it like a childs candy. As far as I know, Ive heard that it can only be obtained if the owner voluntarily relinquishes ownership or kills it. Brunhi. If it was a spear made from the bones of an ancient dragon, it would pay off. Id like to be branded as a concubine, but that must be difficult. As you can see, hes aiming for the position of the Dragon Lord, but if you ask him toe down here, hell immediately rebel. More than anything, there was ack of build-up to enve right now. Ill see you often in the future anyway, so lets cook it slowly. Even if it wasnt, I was thinking that having at least one dragon ve wasnt bad. Tamia looked at Brunhi and Jinhyeok alternately with eyes full of regret. However, it was his own life that went on the scale, so his worries were not long. You can just hand it over. If you hand it over. thank you. I will make good use of it. Jinhyuk was handed a spear made of bone. Hmm. Can I really just let it go? Thor, who was next to him, didnt seem to like Tamia leaving as it was. its okay. If you want to catch a big fish, it is better to send the killifish. Look at the dragon and think its a killifish Hahahaha! After all, my eyes are not wrong. Thorughed for a long time. I want to see a little further, but as Hasting said, the Olympians seem to have smelled it. I guess Ill just have to do it here. So If its about Yggdrasil, you dont have to worry. Well secure the materials until we finish clearing this floor. Jinhyeok scratched exactly the part he wanted. Thor nodded in satisfaction. Yes, I believe in you. Whoops! The gate opened and even Thor disappeared from his seat. The rear queen and other problems should be dealt with step by step. It was when I was thinking so. Tring! [Call request has arrived.] An unexpected message appeared. [Are you epting?] And at quite the wrong timing. Chapter 504 Episode 504. Variables on the lower floor (1) Blinking status window. [A call request came from middle manager Rick Hennessy.] I thought it was a bit rare these days. Rick has spoken. Normally, they would wee you, but for some reason, the timing was so exquisite. It was because one of the senior managers had contacted me as if I had been waiting for him to step down. still. Its fun. It was sure to be an interesting lure. [epted.] A handsome middle-aged gentleman appeared with a status message. Whoops. yer Kang Jin-hyeok. long time no see. Rick lightly lifted his fedora. Hey, why did you contact me like this I contacted you both to say hello and also to say hello. I heard some news that might interest you. That is expected. What is it? Jinhyuk adjusted his expression. Tomorrow night all the administrators in the tower are going to meet. With residents actively supported by their respective managers. It means that all the people who are quite high in the tower gather. Since it says all managers, it means that you can see even senior managers you havent met in person yet. Indeed What Rick said was interesting wasnt a lie. You said it was a ce for residents to gather, but to say this in front of me. I guess that means yers can participate too. You see right through. youre right. I was thinking of personally inviting yer Kang Jin-hyuk and taking him with me. Thank you in that case, but hmm. For some reason, I keep getting the feeling that Rick wouldnt do this for free? Whoop whoop. Its not difficult, just listen to one light request. Lets listen. At this meeting, we n to elect a new senior manager. A senior manager who has been active for a long time is retiring this time. It seems that Hasting still doesnt know that Hastings has fallen. Or are you pretending not to know? By the way, help me be the new senior manager. Its nice that you look at me favorably, but I think thats an overestimation. I can urately see through the value of any person or thing. Of course, he has a personality that pays the price for that. Whoops! A purple box appeared in Ricks palm. Engraved in the middle is a scorpion holding an hourss in its ws. [Endentme Desert Scorpion Box C Purple] Difficulty to obtain: Unmeasurable Description: A top-notch restoration item that specializes in repairing destroyed or damaged items. However, the restoration probability varies depending on the condition or grade of the item to be repaired. And immediately, in the other hand, a splendid hammer made of golden and indigo jewels appeared. [Pilgrimage C Indigo] Difficulty to obtain: SSS Description: An exclusive item used by Enduin for 100 years. It enhances the cksmiths skills to the limit. Absolute Judgment indestructible property is granted, and when used with a fire property skill, the sess rate of relic production increases by 13%. It is a purple grade restoration item and the hammer Pilgrimage used by the legendary cksmith Enduin. Ouch!? For a moment, Jinhyeok took a deep breath and almost heard it. To that extent, the items shown now were fraudulent. If you dont know anything else, if you give these 2 items to Orun, the probability of fixing Napoleons Coronation will also go up. If I fail after using this, Im not qualified as a cksmith. If you dont have the qualifications of a cksmith, theres no reason to be in the Goinmul Corporation. There would also be no reason to waste precious oxygen in the tower. Looking at the reaction, you seem to like it. Hmm. Hmmm. something very little I like it as much as the hind legs of an ant. Is it just that you like it? If you give this, you can even slit the head of a senior manager. I was curious about where the managers would gather, but it turned out well. I wonder what kind of residents wille. I am d to hear you speak positively. Then Ill exin the details after I see you in person. Oh, we have prepared a total of 4 invitations, so you can bring the people you want with us. [Video call has ended.] [Invitation tickets 4 have been given to the subspace inventory.] Rick disappeared without saying that. The appointment time is tomorrow night at 12:00. Until then, you are free. Before that Jinhyeok, who had finished all the work, sneaked closer to Queen Rear. Oh oh. yes human Im so d I trusted you Huh? Queen Lear, who had been weing her with open arms, froze. Keye? Keuoh? The same was true of the ck Kaiser and ck Retana who were watching. That was all I had to do. Jinhyeok approached with a bright smile and put a dagger to the queens neck. Sorry, but from now on I need to find some seeds somewhere in this cave. Also for the restoration of Yggdrasil, requested by the Norse gods. And also to copy Queen Lears Acid Feelers ability. The hostage y was absolutely necessary. ? ? ? It was 12 hourster that he came out of the Tower of Trials. A special training room provided by the Korea Awakened Association. Billwhat the fuck. Chun Yoo-seong, who had just finished taking a shower, brushed his wet hair roughly. The time when Jin-hyeok suffered from ridiculous hostage taking and forcedborparable to Auschwitz. Thanks to that, I had to be overworked with high-intensitybor for 12 hours. Not only the centipede race, but also all the people and spirit beasts belonging to the Goinmul Corporation. In particr, Queen Lear was so weak that she suffered from a herniated disc. It was enough to beg him to kill me, so it would only hurt my mouth to tell you how the past time was. Kuh hmm! Are our Sword Saints very angry? Jinhyeok carefully handed over the banana milk and looked at it. Are you talking about that? Were not your servants Even now, the soup doesnt run out. Eyes full of life. Its not strange when you pull out a knife. I know all too well that you have suffered. So you brought an invitation like this? A total of 4 invitations from Rick. One of them belonged to Cheon Yoo-seong. I cant give up this admin meeting as long as I know of the opportunity to go higher. Whoa Chun Yuseong reluctantly calmed down his boiling anger. Yes, they say that those who persevere are blessed. Its a key. Dont call me that! I won the bet, so theres nothing I can do about it. Rather, lets start slowly. chuck. Jinhyeok took out a dagger from the subspace. Rather than training, I wanted topete Hey. You must have risked everything with your life. This time, the main purpose is to increase the synergy between the two bybining swordsmanship and skills. Its not like someone whos crazy about fighting is going through life-or-death knife fights. Sheesh. I cant help it. Chun Youseong reluctantly took out Ryuhwa. Strong energy rose along the green light of the sword. Jinhyeok also brought up the Memories of the World. If its the Queens antenna, its not the best, but its about the next best. Among the poison-type abilities that exist in the Tower of Trials, 1 unique holy spear and 3 unique abilities ranked at the top. One of them could be fused. Acid antennae and Death Mandok that Jinhyeok copied from Queen Lear. And I chose Region of Wind. Whoa! A dazzling light arose, merging three powers into one. [Fusion seeded!] Unique Ability Poison Rod Obtained Difficulty: SSS Description: Increases understanding of all poisons by 700%. In addition, it is possible to deal with typed poison and it is also possible to ovey poison on various weapons. Decryption knowledge is also greatly upgraded. Acquired a new ability. But its not over yet. Depending on the opponent, there may be restrictions on how to use poison. I need to pick up an all-purpose attack skill. As the number of copied abilities increased, so did the options. Jinhyeok summoned another ability from the memory of the world. I chose Preservation of Warmth and Burned Ash Powder from the skill book I stole from The me of the Beginning, Phase 2, and Guntaper. Whoa Jinhyeok focused his attention. Convergence by perfect materials is not that difficult. After collecting the abilities ording to thebination form, all you had to do was pay attention to the distribution of mana. However, as now,binations using suboptimal measures significantly increase the difficulty. In an instant, sweat formed on his forehead. The process of borately linking the magic circuits of each skill with other skills. It is by no means easy to rely solely on senses and experiences to perform techniquesparable to precision surgery. And finally. [Convergence seeded!] Obtain unique ability Kaska Diav Difficulty: Unmeasurable Description: Magma that burns mes. Can handle the magma that exists under the tectonic te and increases the effectiveness of all offensive skills possessed by 10%. Resistance to fire-type attacks increases by 1000%. [Fused abilities are stored in Memory of the World.] I obtained two skills of SSS rank and immeasurable grade. Where Shall we try it? There is also a perfect practice partner right in front of you. A fishy smile appeared on the corners of Jinhyuks lips. At the same time, tremendous magical energy was scattered in all directions. Cuckoo Cuckoo! The sword river gushing out from stem to stem. This time, it was Chun Yoo-seongs turn to tremble. Werent you saying lets train? It did. However, there is a saying that says training should be like realbat. Roaring! A thick poisonous mist rose over Barnard on the left. Cuckoo coo! Red magma formed in the red lotus on the right. Yoosung. Then Ill ask you well. ? ? ? Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! Kouuuuuu Touquaaang! All the inner walls were shattered and ck smoke billowed out. It had been a long time since the inside was devastated by magma and miasma. And in the thick smoke. Yooseong-ah. Where are you? Letse. The most terrible voice in the world rang out. go away. You devilish bastard! No matter how much Cheon Yoo-seong was poisonous, the hideous tag team continued. As expected, the contractor is strong. Alice inhaled the yellow-colored Tropica drink to her mouth. Sparks flew in his eyes as the fresh fruit scent spread. Ohhhh! Summer hase in your mouth. It seems to have spoiled my taste quite a bit. Milk shaved ice topped with melon also boasted a perfect taste. Yoosung is working hard, but its still not enough. Teresa took a sip of fine ck tea. Whether or not the two fight fiercely. Those in the audience were busy enjoying modern culture to their hearts content. There are still more than 10 hours left before the promised time, so it is a n to make the best use of that time. But just then uh? This magical power? Alice and Theresa, who were enjoying dessert, jumped up from their seats. [The gate is activated.] The gate opened in the middle of the exam hall. familiar magic. Andrea with nine tails staggered out. Chapter 505 Episode 505. Variables on the lower floor (2) [Supetive Magic Stone has disappeared.] [The relic Oath of the Nine-Tailed Fox has disappeared.] What came over was only an alter ego, not the main body. However, even if it is a thought body, there are enormous restrictions oning out of the tower. Just because the alter ego came over, the holy relics and top-notch magic stones disappeared. Register, contractor! Jinhyeok,e here right now! Alice and Teresa, who first discovered Andrea, urgently called Jinhyeok. Whats going on? Did you have a good time Huh? Jinhyeoks expression changed 180 degrees as he approached babbling. Its because I instinctively realized that the situation was not serious. Andria? The Oath of the Gumiho, prepared in case, was literally paid to be used in a crisis situation. Using it would mean that there was a big variable in the current psychiatric ward. Jinhyeok Andrea stumbled and fell. That the thought body had been damaged to this extent. It is a story that the body is also not safe. Could it be that the psychiatric ward was attacked? However, the message that the psychiatric ward was cleared did not appear in the Tower of Trialsmunity or in the overall status window. * * * The 5th floor of the Tower of Trials, Psychiatric Ward. This is a bit of an exception among the stairs that mankind has conquered so far. Under the 10th floor, most of thebyrinths and dungeons were attacked, and asionally, only high-difficulty ruins remained unexplored. This psychiatric ward was the only one that boasted an impregnable position even when it was not a ruin or abyrinth. Lulla. Andrea patrolled the inside of the psychiatric ward, humming as usual. Kreureu Keuoooo! The judges wearing triangr iron helmets lowered their heads when they saw Andrea. Yes, yes. Is there anything else wrong? Koooh! Judging by the strong nodding, it seems peaceful today. Its really changed a lot. Ill stand in a position like this and see. okay. A life of hellish sacrifice. It was Jinhyeok who changed his life like a fly, where it was not strange no matter when or where he died. Its because he killed the religious leader he couldnt even dare to touch and subdued countless fanatics. Thanks to him, I was able to live a life I never dreamed of. Right then. Tring! Tring! Tring! A series of status windows appeared in front of Andrea. It was a special notification sound exclusive to boss monsters. [New intruders have entered the psychiatric ward.] [From now on, defend the dungeon and deal with enemies to survive.] [Due to an emergency, you will be able tomunicate with boss monsters in other dungeons nearby. ] yers. The number is about twenty. Since they had just entered the dungeons entrance, it was unclear how strong they were. However, Andrea, who had dealt with numerous intruders, could not sense a single point of tension. Rather, I thought about how to cook the enemies most efficiently and without damage. Jinhyeok-nim said not to kill people recklessly. Andreas eyes narrowed. The main focus is on base defense. Priority was given to defeat through suppression rather than fatal wounds. Its a small raid, and the proportion of magic yers is high. Considering the number of tanks, I think we should prepare with a C-7 type. What do you think? A fairly young male Dark Elf approached. It was Ademan, Andreas adjutant and the administrative manager of the psychiatric ward. Because he had already proven his ability several times, Andrea made Ademan her closest aide and trusted him. Activate the traps and ce the referees point by point. As you said, the cement type should be C-7. Instead, keep the annihtors awake just in case. If youre an annihtor isnt that an overkill? An annihtor, the higher rank of judge. These were beings with the power topletely wipe out one of the 27 districts that make up the psychiatric ward. cing such annihtors against only 20 people is an overkill no matter how you look at it. but. Andrea felt a sense of incongruity when looking at the bnce of the raid. I dont understand why yers who have already suffered a lot of troubles have such an aggressiveposition. Only one tank number. In addition, the main healer also had a sub healer, not a formal priest. On the other hand, most of the members are only dealers who specialize in attacks. Or fools who have no idea at all. Or monsters that dont need healers or tanks. It must mean one of the two. Youre very meticulous. Andrea-sama. Originally, when I was clumsy and confident, I was caught off guard. Hmm. Is that an experience you heard from the boss monsters in other dungeons? Ugh. That, rather than that I read it in a book. Dungeon Power Defense. Underload. This is a book that Jinhyeok once told me to refer to for dungeon defense. Andrea read this book over and over again because she was able to learn lessons that became bones and flesh through the experience of a third person. Okay. Personally, I think its a bit excessive, but thats enough to block the variable itself. Ademan immediately bowed. but. After a while, everything wentpletely out of order. Expectations copsed and the damage grew out of control. The dungeon reached the point where it was about to be captured. The result is this. Andrea managed to make a separate body and send it out of the tower. In the Tower of Trials where each other is eaten and eaten. To call the only person you can rely on. [Damage exceeded the limit.] [The clone body has been destroyed.] Pass Andrias body was crushed into powder. Jinhyeok slowly rose from his seat. Now that the clone body has disappeared, there is not much time left for Andrea. It was Chun You-seong that broke the silence. What are you going to do? I cant abandon Andrea. Youre going to help. Thats how it should be. No, its a psychiatric ward, because Andrea is a precious colleague. Eating one base has a great influence in many ways. Considering the huge theme in the upper part of the tower, unconquered dungeons are a must. So, no matter what, I had to keep it there. Forrge guilds, I thought that the psychiatric ward was something like a gyereuk, so I thought no one would touch it I didnt expect that this level of talented people would be put in. There were many betterbyrinths and ruins than this one simply for fame. However, now that things have happened, it is now the realm of response, not prediction. What do the rest of you think? Still, Ill have to ask politely. Because the name Coinmul Corporation was apany that respected the opinions of shareholders. We still have about nine hours until the managers meeting. Well, its about helping the weak. Noblesse Oblige, a noble vampire in words. Teresa and Ellis also expressed their intention to join. * * * Whoops! [The gate is activated.] The smell of old mold mixed with the smell of blood intermittently. Even andscape that is familiar yet somehow brings back memories. Its been quite a while since I came to the 5th floor. As expected, numerous corpses immediately came into view. It was said that the fanatics who were scattered all over the body in pieces were miserable. Its terrible. Even Cheon Yoo-seong, who did not blink an eye at the dire horror, frowned. Not a single de of grass remained where the storm swept away. I guess Ill have to hurry. Thats right. Seeing that it was ughtered unterally, the raid must have been in the inside for a long time. Maybe even the boss room where Andrea is I dont know if its in danger? The situation is worse than expected. Even just looking at the entrance of the dungeon, you could see the ending. The traps were also half-destroyed here and there, and only sparks were bouncing. fault! tuk! In an instant, four shadows rushed forward. Upon entering the psychiatric ward, the smell of blood intensified. Now, not only fanatics, but also judges with triangr iron helmets on their heads, and the corpses of huge monsters were also visible. we must hurry. More so before the worst strikes. Ill go first. what? Follow me slowly . Kwak ! !? Its dangerous. Jinhyeok swung his dagger diagonally. Kwaaang! Red and blue lines intersected in the air with a roar. However, it seemed that the shock could not bepletely offset. Hey, I hit it with the intention of blowing off an entire arm, but its really amazing. Its a few steps stronger than Ive heard. The gray-haired man chuckled. A slender body and a yful face. The pentagram engraved in his eyes was apletely different kind from the Eye of Gluttony. No one yer could possess this kind of power. No. Resident It is also a being with a powerparable to that of a god. [ Eye of gluttony sees through the target! ] But . It feels like a small razor has cut through all of my optic nerves. The cold feeling resonated in my head. Even if I have never been able to see through the opponents status window due to the level gap or other reasons. Status notification There was no case of distorting the message itself. Who are you, you Because none of the people you knew before. Dont try to dig up information. Its futile, futile. The gray-haired man shrugged his shoulders. However, unlike his words, his yful tone and expression seemed to have many gaps in many ways. Surely, if he had a personality like that If Nyathotep sent it. It must be one of the Old Guard, which is strange. I know all the big guys, but its the first time Ive seen a face like you? Old Guard? Me? Yes, those chosen by the Primordial Beings to handle the chores below. Didnt you belong there too? Jinhyeok shrugged this time. Momentarily. Chilling! A cold air that seemed to freeze his exhaled breath. [??? is Lv??? cier Sky!] haha, thats ridiculous To treat me as the same as the mortals bound by the towers restrictions. Do I have to throw it all away? As expected. Even a little provocation makes it hot. If it s cier Sky, its the highest level of ice magic that exists in the tower . I dont know the exact identity, but I was able to infer several potential candidates. What I lost was arge amount of magic power I just used to protect the cold. Its not a bad exchange. Are youughing ? The white-haired mans eyebrows curled in reverse. No, its just it was interesting because a new stimulus came out after a long time. Then, Ill tell you whats really interesting. Its just that Im not here alone. Its going to be very fun from now on. * * * At the same time, Alice, who was chasing Jinhyeok from a little behind, stopped looking at the two men and women approaching in front of her eyes. Are you a littledy named Alice? The seven deadly sins, jealousy . Chapter 506 Episode 506. Original Sin of Jealousy & Worst Compatibility (1) [Seven Deadly Sins Jealousy C Bti] He is in charge of the most basic and deep-rooted sin among original sins, as much as the status window stained red. Are you a contractor? Elises eyes widened to the size of antern. My hands trembled because I couldnt control my anger. It wasnt because the original sin of jealousy in front of me was so alluring. It was because there was someone who should never have been by her side. Whoa, whoa. I met Lee Rang a little while ago, but they got along well. They said they fell in love with me at first sight or something? Vtis white fingertips brushed Jinhyuks cheeks. From the cheeks to the nape of the neck and to the sternum. Jinhyeok quietly epted the hand without moving a word. Its like saying something like this is so natural. Quick! A thick sinew sprouted from Alices forehead. The pupil was thinly segmented vertically. You You You you you! Mi, are you crazy? Are you really crazy!!! The heaviness of the life that spewed out in an instant was like being in the depths of the sea. The endless fresh blood gushed out in waves. Cuckoo Cuckoo Cuckoo! Even when the head of household was taken away by Exension, he wasnt so angry. No, Ive never been so angry in my life. Futility, as if half of his soul had been cut out intact, and jealousy, as if consuming it all, surged alternately. Wait a minute! Mr. Ellis. Be sincere! There is still no guarantee that that person is Mr. Jinhyeok Chun Yoo-seong and Teresa tried to dissuade him, but Ellis already had no reason left to make a difference. I dont know anything else, but I couldnt applymon sense in this area. kill. who? A fox who dared to seduce its contractor was sentenced to death. And Jin-hyeok, who fell for the trick, is also sentenced to death. No, if you kill it, you will never see it again, so beat it until just before you die, then resurrect it and then beat it. Then he thought of sucking all the blood from his body. Over and over again, every time you beg for help. Parts! The bloody river flowed from the rapier made of tinum. Die! Elise roared and flew up. at the same time. Its also simple. A grim smile formed on Vtis dimples. [Vti is Lv?? Activate Target Lock!] A very thin ck chain appeared in Alices eyes. Target fixation is a power that can only be applied to one target. You lose the slightest interest in other enemies around you. There was a condition that jealousy must be above a certain level, but once activated, it would have an effect close to fraud. Ellis haspletely fallen for Vtis trick. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Jinhyeoks clone body and Alice collided head-on. Vti put a sharp, single-edged blood clot on his finger. Shall we y with it soon? Even if you openly attack, Alices gaze will only stick to Jinhyeok. Now it really just needs to add enough effort to make it a piece of cake. * * * How are you? A white-haired man giggled at the screen that appeared in the air. There, a guy who looks just like him, Ellis, and Vti, the original sin of jealousy, were in the middle of a bloody battle together. Hey Mr. Jinhyeok failed to control the swearing that came out of him. I dont know anything else, but if I touch Alice, I cant handle it. In particr, I couldnt even imagine what the aftermath would be if I was ying a prank like this. Kuh-kuh-kuh. I guess youre a little worried now? Thats why I said it. Its going to be fun. Haa My head is pounding already. What should I do to clear up this misunderstanding? We just need to get Andrea back safely. Looking at it, it looks like you guys are targeting me, not the psychiatric ward. If you have something to say, tell me directly. Dont arrest the children. Hmm. Well, its not like that. The man nodded. Organizing a raid with stinky humans for no reason. Why did they choose the 5th floor, which is only a bite away, as their stage? All of them were build-ups to catch the big fish called Jinhyeok. I dont know anything else, but I really wanted to have a conversation with you. I thought I was dying because I was holding back until now. Ah I shouldnt say this originally, but I dont know. Im not the type to listen to anyone. And this side is much more It will be more fun. The mans fingers pointed into the air. Parts Tsutsu! When cier Sky was activated, the air froze and a stroke made of ice was drawn. As the letters continued, an earthquake urred in Jinhyeoks pupils. No way no it cant be. It doesnt make sense that the namees from here. However, the finished letters were so familiar and nostalgic. The Coffin Song. It was one of the viewers who had been with me in the early days of broadcasting. It felt like being hit in the head with a hammer. Its tingling Its not enough to describe it in words. How are you how? No, more than that why are you attacking me? Long, long BJ life. It was a series of days struggling at the bottom and just trying to survive. In other words, it was a life of poverty, unable to pay the rent properly and skipping meals as if eating a meal. The only driving force that made it endure was a small number of viewers. Those who are grateful for being with us and supporting the broadcast under any circumstances. Although Iter learned that their favor was rted to the Tower of Trials, the feeling of gratitude did not disappear. however. One of them would rather appear as an enemy. Jinhyuks face turned cold. The fact that the man in front of me is one of the viewers means that he is rted to the innermost veil of this tower. One of the so-called operators is the coffin song. No, Ive been curious about his identity since a while ago, so I told him about it, and its so cold. Have you already forgotten the memories of our Jinhyeok eating cows and eating in the barn? Memories are memories. If you hadnt hit me in the back of the head, Maringya. Dont look at it too badly. I also want to get along with our Jinhyeok. This is real. Or did I put so much effort into this? Stop teasing your tongue and tell me your purpose. Eagle owl. Another unusual name came out of the mouth of the coffin song. flinch Jinhyuks eyes trembled slightly. only for a very short time It soon changed to an innocent look, as if he didnt know what he was talking about. Dont be clumsy in denying it. I know you two met. Besides, Im not trying to say anything about it. Rather, Im more of trying to help you not fall for that fools tricks. From my point of view, you seem to be on the more stupid side but Ill listen and see. Tell me. Why do I have to join hands with you guys? The Eagle Owls ultimate goal is to recapture the top of the tower. Just as you saw the top of the tower in the past, now that it has be a reality, we are looking for people who are likely to climb once again. Of course you are the first candidate. The coffin fell silent. A subject that is never light. But is that really wise? Are you saying that climbing the tower is wrong? The Tower already forms a perfect ecosystem. Although each faction is fighting over power, thats a trivial matter if you look at the whole thing. Even if some powers perish, their ce is to be filled by new forces and rankers. It is a story of bnce while repeating extinction and birth. and. Naturally, the predators reigning at its apex had no reason to risk the entire pyramid copsing. Its a natural story. Because now is so satisfying and sweet. Come with us. Then, we will free you from the fear of the continuation of the human race. From now on, you wont have to wrestle with other deities or boss monsters to clear the stairs. it will be. An attractive offer followed. Guaranteed survival and great glory. Above all, a nk check to grant him anything he wanted was a difficult condition to refuse. Of course, I dont mind if you refuse. If you can. The coffins gaze nced at the screen floating in the air. Alice, who had been hit by Vtis ability, was engulfed in a madness that was thicker than ever. furthermore. Swoop. A frozen statue appeared at the gesture of the coffin. A nine-tailed nine-tailed fox trapped in a giant ice. As if he was trying to protect his territory until the end, he summoned a number of fox fires. Even though it waspletely frozen. Andria Jinhyeok bit his lip. Words are rmended. In fact, it is like putting all the shackles on your hands and feet and threatening them. To be precise, he was shaking a carrot and a stick that he could never refuse at the same time. Now all that remains is to choose one of the two options. I Jinhyuk opened his mouth heavily. * * * [Lv??? Thought copse is activated!] Everything you can see, feel, and touch copses. Purple floats soared up into the sky in reverse, revealing a world where gravity andws disappeared. Right then. [Lv??? Time of eternity is activated!] Everything that had copsed stopped as it was. As if time itself had stopped. Even the endless sunlight adorned a piece of eternity. Its quite good. Ive felt it for a long time, but that leech-like tenacity is amazing. The man in the shadows pped his hands. Its an honor to hear you say that. Im tired of it too, but what should I do? The eagle owl gathered magic in both hands. A confrontation between absolutes far beyondmon sense. But that fight was soon over. You know better than anyone that this is an unwinnable fight, right? Stop being stubborn and getfortable. A battle that has already been fought hundreds of times. As time passed, the weight of the scale tipped to one side. That too, very abruptly. Many of those who were already on your side have attached themselves to me. Its because Ive realized what the gains are and what an absurd delusion your dreams are. Its not too long now. All operators who were active behind the tower would either turn their backs or die. Only those who make the right choices will survive. however. Not yet not yet. The eagle owl did not give up. It was because there was a string of hope that could be trusted and waited even in the worst situation. Do you really believe in that person? Of course. Sorry, eagle owl. There will be no future you wish for. One of our friends has already approached Kang Jin- hyeok . A coffin friend who was your colleague in the past has moved. Besides, the troublesome Elise has the Seven Deadly Sins , so even thest variable will disappear. A white light flickered at the mans fingertips. A demonic sh that pierced everything . ! The purple energy gathered and soon took the form of a sword. The Kang Jin-hyeok I know is From the first floor of the tower to the top of the tower. If you are a deceased person who watched all that time from the side. Absolute Climbing I will not give up. Because he knows the tower better than anyone else. And because he has a stronger desire for the tower than anyone else. He has passed through countless barriers that were considered impossible . Well, okay. The results wille out soon anyway. The man released the mana he had umted in his fingertips in an instant. Soon, everything turned white. Chapter 507 Episode 507. Original Sin of Jealousy & Worst Compatibility (2) A situation that bes hell no matter which one you choose. After much thought, Jinhyeok opened his mouth. I will ask you one thing first. anything. If I ept the offer, what will happen to the rest of us? Can they be saved too? No longer trembling in fear of destruction. It means that you can continue your life as before. If you conquer the next floor within 90 days, you will be able to continue living. In the end, it means that only Jin-hyeok can escape the restrictions of the tower. The rest should rather continue to attack the stairs in the world where Jinhyeok disappeared. But dont worry too much. Who cares how many ants die when they walk down the street? Dimensions are infinite anyway, so there are plenty of opportunities to meet other people. Jinhyeok looked directly at the face of Kwanjaksong. Now its time to make a decision. Well, its as if its been decided which one to choose. Confidence mixed with yfulness. The pentagram in her eyes shone softly. Im sorry, but I dont have the confidence to live alone in that spacious ark. It is enough. Thats a bit disappointing. The smilepletely disappeared from the coffins expression. Rejection is ruin. I n to kill all the hostages even to set an example. [cier Heaven] Parts! Ice fragments were scattered in all directions. The ice that imprisoned Andrea cracked and started to go away. But just then. Dont be so threatening. When opinions differ. Lets deal with it the way we normally do. If its our way Are you saying were going to do a mission? Mission. It is a kind of contract between the viewer and BJ. Viewers with arge bnce set BJ on a mischievous or difficult mission. The key is to make them sponsor or punish them ording to their sess or failure. Among BJs, they cry andugh at this mission. It could be seen as the essence of the broadcasting industry, where all kinds of joys and sorrows are melted. Hahahaha, its really fun. Did you mean to have a mission bread with me right now? It reminds me of the old days, isnt it? Besides, this is an advantageous condition for you. You were the voyeurs who observed me 24 hours a day. Not metaphorically, literally. There was a time when we broadcasted for as much as 720 hours. They said that if you even sleep in front of a camcorder, you will receive support for a months living expenses. And thinking about that perverted idea was nothing short of crowning glory. You really take good care of me . I know. So. What are you going to bet on and what will be the result? Isnt it obvious? If I lose, Ill quietly go to your side. Conversely, if I win, Ill quietly leave this time. Hmm. I dont need anything else, just disappear gently? Yes. Low risk, high return, right? He stroked his chin with his coffin finger. If the expected value on the scale had been the same, he would have passed it off without pretending to hear . No one else knows, but there is no way the coffin would pass this provocation. It was an opportunity to bet in real life , not in a game . Ha why cant our Jinhyeok refuse like this? . Are you epting it? Instead, I decide the type of mission. There wont be anyints, right? Okay. Do whatever you want. At Jinhyeoks words, the coffin fell into a moment of concern. If its a type that can enjoy the mission itself and not lose As expected, there is only one answer. Ill do it with ice. You have to put your hands on the opponents body to win. Instead, if you use the ability to freeze your body before that, you will not be eliminated. As a coffin song with high C level cier shaping abilities, you should have an overwhelming advantage in this mission. It was as if I already had a win rate of over 90% before I even did it. But. Good. Jinhyeok epted the offer without hesitation . The coffin snapped his fingers. Simultaneously, Kwak! Jinhyeok ran forward. The key to Ice Ding is the speed to catch the opponent off guard. In particr, if you aim for an unpredictable timing, you will be able to ovee the hierarchical rtionship of your ice skills. .and.You have to give a variation to a variation. If youre aiming for a dead end, the first time when the opponent is rxing is the most likely. zing! Dark red magma has risen in Jinhyeoks hand. Grab the back. After that, grab the left. In less than 3 seconds, just 4 feints. I couldnt tell which was real and which was fake. Jinhyeok, who seemed to be almost 4 people, poured fire magic at the same time. [The unique ability Kaskar Diav is activated!] ! cier Sky was immediately activated, and a huge amount of steam came out. The firepower. The timing was perfect. There was nothing to be faulted. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Waves of dark red me swept the ground. However, all the mana Even after pouring in, the ice barrier made of cial sky could not be shattered. Only the surface melted slightly. The ice wall was still intact . I walked out of the coffins smoke. I never thought Id react to this. Viewers in the past have felt that its unusual since the eagle owl, but this far exceeded my expectations. Its aplete monster. I dont know if I can use The Coronation of Napoleon. At the current level , one-on-one itself will not be established. [The cier sky Ice Snow Tree is blooming!] A white tree growing among the ice dust [Movement speed decreases by 3%!] [Movement speed increases by 5 Decreases by %!] [Movement speed] The status window that went up endlessly. The more the frost clung to it, the more stiff the body felt. If this happens, the difficulty of avoiding the opponents hand will inevitably increase. Lets y somewhere. The coffins body melted into the blizzard. Kwaaaang! Jinhyeok reflexively used cial shaping to freeze his body. The coffins fingers half dug into the ice. It was really dangerous. If only it hade in a few centimeters more. The game would have ended as it was. But before he had time to catch his breath, another attack continued. The ce where Jinhyeok was standing exploded as it was. Jinhyeok, who managed to escape the ground that had be a block of ice, soared high into the air. Not at close range . If thats the case, Ill have to attack from a distance . Jinhyeok activated Daylight and Red Magic Bullet at the same time . Elises heart fluttered irregrly. Disorganized magical energy and swaying eyes. It seemed like it would copse at any moment if you touched it with a finger . The barrier spread throughout this ce since I came. Multiple hypnosis and illusion magic were the organs of jealousy. Woo woo woo woo! Magic and magic are connected. When 6 small six-pointed stars are connected, a great magic circle with 6 circles as the main axis is formed. [The 10-star barrier Gensokyo of Dreams is activated!] A 10-star hallucination- type barrier. The bleak fog instantly enveloped the surroundings. At the same time, a sweet scent tickled the tip of the nose in the foggy view. Whatis it ? Chun Yoo-seong looked around with his sword in his hand . It was not easy to distinguish between the enemy and the enemy because his spirit was disturbed. But just then Kakakang! It was like exchanging crazy sword strikes. Boo woong kaka kakakang! Swords collide with swords. The sword dance, where people say it is beautiful, is of a kind that Jinhyeok has never seen before. Its like As if he had finally met a worthy opponent. He was fighting Wolyeong with all his heart. You bastard Chun Yooseongs mouth twisted. The satisfied smile on Jinhyeoks face. Sweat drops running down his cheeks and here and there I didnt like all of the sword scars. I knew it was fake. I had already seen him fight with Alice. But why? I was intoxicated with the sweet scent, so the boundary between fake and reality was vaguely oveid. Ive polished myself up a lot too. Enough to fight against you. No, now Im strong enough to ovee! Chun Yoo-seong reflexively ced his hand on Ryu- hwa . Ugh ! His eyes turned green. Not Wolyeong or anyone else. Kwak! Chun Yu-seong sprinted forward. ? ? ? At the same time, Teresa was also caught in Vtis Genso of Dreams. What is it? A feeling of drowsiness throughout the body. Especially, the sense of smell waspletely paralyzed. But just then, Teresa heard a familiar voice in her ears. -How long are you going to live only for the happiness of others? The voice of character, but unlike before, the depth of that voice was unbearably heavy: I only cared about the happiness of others? Isnt that right? You only cared about the happiness of Alice, Andrea, and everyone else, no matter what happened. You put yourself on the back burner. You knew what you really wanted, but you tried hard to suppress it. No, me . ..I Theresa shook her head in denial, but the already tangible ck shadow grabbed Theresas cheek and whispered in her ear. The red eyes narrowed vertically. -Look, there. Arent you happy except for you? Teresas gaze turned towards the whispered words. There was Jinhyeok and Alice holding Jinhyeoks hand. The happiest face in the world. And another self who was just watching it. C Why do you have to lose everything? I dont want to just watch anymore. I wanted to enjoy the happy part of the story by being the main character, not a supporting character. Yeah. Why cant I do that? I couldnt live like this forever. No, I didnt want to live like that. Teresas eyes turned red like a shadow. Parts! And the fantasy of Gensokyo copses. [Dimension and dimension continue.] Jinhyeok, made of fantasy, disappeared. In its ce, the real Jinhyeok appeared. Kang Jin-hyuk! Mr. Jinhyeok! Chun Yoo-sung and Theresa rushed towards Jin-hyeok at the same time. Chapter 508 Episode 508. Original Sin of Jealousy & Worst Compatibility (3) Uh? An earthquake urred in Jinhyeoks pupils. I couldnt help but be flustered. Because out of nowhere, three of my colleagues attacked me in madness. I knew Vtis abilities would be at their peak, but this was far worse than expected. No, I thought I could survive at least one person. I dont know how its full of guys blinded by jealousy. Jinhyeok swallowed the food in his stomach. No matter how strong he grew, it was difficult to face those three by himself. Especially if youre in a state of madness like that. If so I have to finish it before it arrives. Jinhyeok quickly identified the location of the coffin song. The only way to get out of this situation is to conclude a contract with the coffin. And for that, you need sacrificialmbs no, colleagues to buy you time. Its Undine T-Bone! Jinhyeok summoned the 5th Spiritual Beasts. Master, what happened Kyaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa than athankyou, what happened As soon as Undine came out, it flew round and round into the sky. Wow! Even run away! What kind of lightning is this! As soon as the rest of the spirits came out, they hurriedly ran away and were smashed. I will remember Jinhyeok, who paid a moment of silence to Undine and the spirit beasts who became stars in the sky, sang T-Bone this time. The undead soldier, tightly armed with armor, took a stance. Moongrak. master! Im here, so dont worry Kwaaek! Of course, only the appearance scene was usible. Ti-Bones limbs flew farther than Undines and scattered all over the ce. If you dont want to die, get out of here! It was absurdly ipetent to stop Ellis, who was spitting out murderous blood. It consumes a lot of mana, so I tried to block it with them if possible. In this way, we have no choice but to bring out stronger children. mosquito! Fried! Jinhyeok called in new reinforcements from subspace. Mooogi! Miyo! Two ancient servants responded to Jinhyeoks call. Stay as long as you can. Ill let you eat the magic crystalster. A mosquito mosquito? Goguma looked at Alice and Jinhyeok alternately. It was an expression that did not understand that the two who had always been good friends were fighting a chase. However, there is no time to exin to the sweet potato. Even if he poured his breath, the key was to get rid of those three leechheads. [Sweet Potato activates Lv13 Pear!] Mooogiii! An authority that only dragons can use. A peer resounded, instilling awe and fear in all living things. Miyo! The tornado created by Frieds heat also helped to slow down the chase. ? ? ? Whew. You really cant do this. After dropping the troublesome three people, it was finally possible to finish the game with the crown song. Shall we first melt the hardened body? [The unique ability Sanctuary of the Sun is activated!] Lets activate the ability of Egyptian mythology. It breathed warmth into the coldly frozen ground. Cuckoo Cuckoo! As different opposite abilities collided, cracks began to appear in the air. The ice shattered and an oasis full of palm trees appeared in its ce. Of course, about half of the oasis was frozen due to the cial sky of Coffin Song. Even so [Part of the decrease in movement speed is resolved!] Enough to resolve the status abnormality. good. Confirming that his body has be somewhat free, Jinhyeok nodded his head as if satisfied. however. What is it? The cold living feeling right behind you. Quaang! I was able to get out before the siege of three people was formed. Where are you running away! Tell me why you chose that girl and not me! Exin! Alice immediately pulled out the Blood Spear. I cant tell if hes asking for an exnation or if hes trying to pierce me with a skewer. Seeing that his pupil went out, it seems to be closer to thetter. Dont avoid confrontation! Kang Jin-hyeok! Chun Yoo-seong also drew his sword and immediately chased after him. That kick leech, whether or not he was hit by the ability of jealousy, was originally a fool. Me too I wont give up this time. I dont know if shes not giving up, but Teresa has let go of reason. It is difficult to gauge how strong his tenacity is to the extent that the encirclement of sweet potatoes and fries is broken. measure. Hmm. It seems your friends have a lot ofints? Its not because of the guy you brought in asking if its the original sin of jealousy or what! I see. It seems like a n from Nyathoteps side, but why is someone like you following his orders? That seemed to be the most efficient. It seemed amusing to see that all of your co-workers felt ack of you. Your personality is still there. Listen as apliment. The coffin shrugged. Its a talk thats full of spare time. You can see it because you are sure of victory. Pants! Ice formed on Jinhyuks fingertips. A severe chill urred in cier Formation, which reached level 20. Are you trying to deal with me with your ice skating ability? Because there is no other way other than this as long as I choose ice. Dont be too disappointed. I have a number prepared for me. ha ha ha! Its not another guy, Im looking forward to hearing you say it. The coffin song let out augh as if it were genuinely amused. ten years of time. While watching Jinhyeok from the side, I was never disappointed. Because always thinking of oundish ways and getting caught off guard was the best drama that the deceased showed. Papapat! Jinhyeoks figure disappeared once again. front, back and side. Moving at high speed and looking for gaps, it was like a well-trained assassin. Looking at that, who would think it was a distance dealer? The coffins eyes moved in line with Jinhyeoks movements. It wasnt just watching and chasing, it was predicting his behavior pattern while watching Jinhyeok all the time. Id better be careful no matter what. No matter how advantageous it was, there was no reason to show the gap. [cier Sky Snow Crown is activated!] The snowkes gathered to make a rectangr tube. The coffin through which the inside could be seen was thin, but it was never seen as funny. This is because the ability to disperse shock from the outside was ranked among the highest among defense-type abilities. Jinhyeok gathered strong energy made of cold air at the end of both daggers. [cial shaping and Perfect snow are activated!] The pure white sword body, which seemed to freeze even the air, colored the surroundings even more white. but. No matter how much ice you do, you wont be able to break through this wall. The coffin song didnt change even when he saw it in front of his eyes. Right then. The two swords touched the ice walls of the coffin. Damn it! The cold and the cold met, and a more terrible chill was emitted. Because its useless. The coffin clucked his tongue. Just as expected. The knife did not scratch the surface. however. hmm? Something was strange. It didnt take long before I felt ufortable. No matter how much Jinhyeoks ability is inferior to cier Heaven. It didnt make sense to not be able to make a single scratch. It was normal to leave at least a little bit of trace no way? A strange exmation escaped from the coffins mouth. The ice caps created by cial molding were rather making the walls of the snow hall even harder. What are you doing? If I cant do something with cial molding, I thought Id buy some time. In the first ce, cold air was oveid on the snow tube, which was firmly in ce for defense. No matter how well a coffin can handle ice-type abilities, it wont be easy to get rid of the mixed cold. This saved me a few seconds. [The unique ability Mand is activated!] A golden Chinese character appeared on the sole of the coffin. A strange energy seeped into it, and a dazzling light emanated from it. Hacking my feet like this I admit its definitely a fun endeavor. But are you saying you bought time just to write something like this? The coffin didnt hide his disappointment. You know. Even if you hit a mand for a hundred years, you wont even be able to scratch the cier. But whether the coffin is dead or not. Jinhyeok activated another ability in session. [His unique ability, Supernatural Power is activated!] Four hands appeared behind Jinhyeoks back. If one doesnt work, two. If you cant do it with two, you can just stack four powers. There is no point in defending on the outside. Dark red aura shimmered at the four fingertips. Cheonma Singong (ħ) No matter how well a shield disperses external shocks. It will be vulnerable to the ability to directly hit the inside of the armor. [I wore the Crown of Doom.] The ability of the crown that appeared above his head increased all his abilities. Mana and mana became a storm and gathered. The ensuing storm soon turned into a gale. daily report. Jinhyuk took a step forward. At the same time, four arms stretched forward. Cheon Spirit Chimryongyeong (“) Kwaaaang! It pierced the outer wall of ice. A wave of waves pierced the inside. This is the Cheonmas unique martial arts that has never been shown to viewers in the past. ? ? ? Patter. Several pieces of ice fell from a crack on the outside of the snow canal. I think I won. Jinhyeok gave a congrattory apuse while watching the coffin songing out of the ice. Ice Dings only victory condition is body contact. ording to the rule, four clear palm prints were left on the coffins body. I never thought I would have learned the advanced version of the pration goggles. If it was divided into four arms, it would not have been difficult to use. The coffin murmured as if it were absurd. With a face that said he couldnt even imagine that he would really lose. I wasnt just ying around. Anyway, I won, so keep your promise. I dont know anything else, but Ive never been scammed. you? Just when Jinhyeok finished talking. Promise What bullshit! Surely this doesnt mean that the fight will end like this? A new voice broke in. It was Vti, the original sin of jealousy. You are missing. Im out. Our contract wasnt like this. Engage the guy who thinks you are Kang Jin-hyeok and give everything else in return! If you tell him about this, will you be able to take care of it? Shut up Dont spoil the good mood for a while. The palm of the coffin went to Vti. Btis mouth froze. Eup ugh! good. Because a promise is a promise Lets go quietly this time. Youll hear a little bit of nagging, but Ive had as much fun instead. The coffin shrugged. [The gate is activated.] Then, lets talk about the unfinished storyter. keep in mind I wont let you go easily then. Wait before we go. Jinhyeok grabbed the coffin to go over the gate. The man the woman said. The same guy the eagle owl mentioned, right? A new person who didnt exist before. The most important variable in the Tower of Trials that became a reality, I had to find out the identity of the guy hidden in the veil. Chapter 509 Chapter 509. Managers banquet (1) I know theres no easy answer. I even thought that maybe the coffin song wouldnt know for sure about the guys identity. It was because that man was the existence that everything higher than the primeval existence was wrapped in a veil. I know what youre curious about, but Im sorry, but I cant tell you that. To be honest, I think it would be more fun to tell you about the internal circumstances, but the system has a ban on it. The coffin opened its mouth like a crucian carp. As in the case of the eagle owl, only fragments of information were delivered. Even if I hate you anyway, Ill see you sooner orter. The higher you climb the tower, the more there will be only a handful of beings left. Write a little more. I still won the bet, but this much information is too futile. Hmm. Its not like that either. Still, the name won the bet, so lets give it a little more. The coffin that stroked his chin spoke again. Rick Hennessey. ! The information that came out was a simple name. However, the weight of that name was never light. He must have more information than he looks. It is also a dangerous person to be careful of. I dont even know what hes thinking. Rick Mr. Hmm. Isnt it more surprising than it looks? Were you just noticing? The timing for alwaysing to me whenever I needed it was unusual. The odds are too staggering to be a coincidence. Kuk-kuk. yes yes If its our Jinhyeok, thats enough. Im relieved. He nodded as if he liked the coffin even more. This is really over. Oh, before that Jinhyeok looked at Vti who was walking around beside him. It seems that he has not yet recovered from the aftermath of the Coffin Songs ice magic. He was struggling to remove the ice in his own way, but it didnt seem easy because of his low magic resistance. You dont need that guy, do you? As you can see, they had been arguing with each other due to a difference of opinion. If thats the case, there wont be any problems if you apply from this side. do whatever you want. Original sins are none of my business. The coffins turned around as if it werepletely someone elses business. Eup! Ugh! Left alone, Vti hurriedly followed the coffin to the gate. Of course, it was a sound that was not worth half a penny. Where are you going? Jinhyeok grabbed Vtis shoulder. Living through the fingertips. How many times have you suffered because of this guy? Alice, Chun You-seong, and Teresa. The normally nice kids havepletely lost their taste. Everyone should have returned to their senses now that the dreamy Gensokyo has been lifted, but if Vti is sent back, the current situation will repeat itself over and over again. In other words. It is a story that can never be sent alive. Feeling alive, Vti trembled all over. Its because he has strengths in the field of magic and barriers. Bti was the weakest among the 7 Original Sins in terms of personalbat power alone. Without preparation, he wouldnt even dare to fight Jinhyeok. Now, what should I do with you? Jinhyeok cracked his joints. Eup Ugh What? If you let me live, will you be a meek sheep? Eup-up-up! Bti nodded vigorously. I feel the will to do anything if I can live. If you have this fierce will and passion, you can be a great member. congrattions. You have qualified for the second member of the seven deadly sins toe in the second half of this year. How are you interested? Roaring! The Stigma of Soul was activated and red mes arose. Btis face rapidly darkened at the skill that had unusual restrictions. They recognized that if they were stigmatized, they would be enved for life. This time, Vti shook his head so violently that he couldnt evenpare it to before. Eup!!! Ah, youre saying youre going to make the best of the opportunity youve been given? Eup?? Uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu!!!! All right. They said lets start by taking a picture of the contract and talking about it, so lets do that. I will tell you about the detailed welfare benefits and sry in about 10 years. As long as his mouth is sealed, he is an ipetent doctor who is not sure how to express himself. but. The rationality of the contract is not important when ites to the contract with the Goinmul Corporation. whetherpulsory or otherwise. whether by ones own will. It means the game is over the moment you stamp. Turn it off! Cheeik! Looking at the stigma on his flesh, Jinhyeok smiled with satisfaction. From ziness to jealousy. Sooner orter, I will use these two to implement a n to reverse the other mortal sins. Right then. The ice melted and Andrea, who was trapped inside, came out. what? Andrea opened her eyes wide. It is a reaction as if time had stopped. Seeing how he tilted his head like that even after being trapped in ice for hours. I guess he didnt intend to kill him in the first ce. Jinhyeok looked in the direction where the coffin disappeared. Jinhyuk! Youre here to help! I was believing! Andrea held Jinhyeoks hand tightly with thrilled eyes. Tears are welling up on him, and he is ready to weep loudly. This base is not really important, but of course a precious colleague is in danger, so I have to help. Rather, thank you for holding out until wee. Jinhyeok sir Andrea lowered her head as if at a loss for words. But it onlysted for a moment. Ill treat you to it. Its hectic, but there are still a few decent rooms left. There are about 3 hours left until I meet with the managers. Until then , I should be able to fully relieve the umted fatigue. Leave it to me! [Andria activates the authority of the boss monster!] [A small party has been prepared in the paranoid ward.] Anyway, with this the eventful schedule has ended ? ? ? After 3 sweet hours. After receiving the invitation , Jinhyeok and the rest of the members all arrived at the meeting ce. Its probably because he doesnt usually have anything formal to do. He was a guy who only yed games in the corner of the room. What man? Dont be hot. It looks more like being stabbed. Jinhyeok and Chun Yuseong, who were dressed in fancy tuxedos, grumbled as they adjusted their clothes . Teresa, dressed in a simrly beautiful ck dress, approached and looked as if she was quite concerned about this banquet, giving it a level of strength that was iparable to anything she had seen before . Its about matching the dress code to the aristocrat on a noble night Its as simple as breathing. Lastly, Alice stepped out proudly. A long dress dragging the floor, ace made stitch by stitch by a craftsman, and even gorgeous jewels that make the most of everything. Thats enough to be full of confidence. Right then. Parts A green circle appeared in front of everyone [ The Tower of Trials C Room of Unknown is open.] One of the Hidden ces hidden in the Tower of Trials. This will be the stage for this banquet. It was a ce. Lets go. Jinhyeok was the first to move. Ugh! As soon as he crossed the gate , his vision turned ck. At the same time, a cold energy covered his entire body. And at that very moment, the scenery in front of himpletely changed. ! Its the first time Ive ever seen a sight like this. Exmations of exmation flowed from everyones lips: huge stones floating in the air and the purple sky . From here on out, Ill take care of you. Rick Hennessy, who was waiting at the entrance, greeted everyone. A red bow tie and a cane made of ck wood. Rick also looks quite different looking at it this way. But. I told him to keep an eye on Rick. Jinhyeok mumbled over what the coffin had said earlier. When he asked for a hint from the man, the coffin had mentioned Rick Hennessy. Be careful. Dont trust him. And just in time to spend time with Rick. This time Chances are you should know the reason: How did you get so many participants? Jinhyuk pretended not to know, Hmm. A lot of people came from various levels. Its been such a long time since weve gathered so many people, so theres no choice but to be very interested. Oh, if yer Kang Jinhyuk is interested, rankers from Olympus and Cheonse are There must be. Since interests are intertwined, I dont think its a bad idea to meet once in a while. Olympus, where the Greek gods were the main axis. Cheonsei, the giant myth of India. It was definitely interesting to be able to meet the rankers of the two forces. Sooner orter, we will meet on the same floor. There must be many sweet abilities. This time, it is about fusion. I want some good materials to be used The next best thing is not bad, but I still wanted tobine the most efficient abilities with the best materials if possible. And now that several upper powers are gathering. It was as if the perfect buffet had been set up. As I followed Rick s guidance and went further inside, I saw more and more splendid buildings . A fountain full of stone statues. Someone there pretended to be familiar with Rick . A man with golden hair raised his palm. He is a handsome man who looks good with clothes made of white cloth and greenurel. I could tell without having to use the Eye of Gluttony. That he is one of the rankers sponsored by Olympus. And next to him was a manager who seemed to have brought a man with him. Hi-Hi. It must have been because he was arrogant about picking up a good horse downstairs. I know hes talented, but hes a man with little experience. Compared to Gapellius, the apostle of Helios, it is just ridiculous. grow up. The cotton ball manager covered his mouth with both hands andughed. It looked like a rabbit wearing a bow tie, and it looked like it had even bit a rag from which milk was wiped in its mouth. You are always mean. Gapellius. and godilock. Its hard for you to speak carelessly to the people I brought with you. I was just joking, but I dont know why I was overreacting to something like that. Im not kidding, wasnt it meant to cut my face? Hi-Hi. What am I going to do? Anyway, Mr. Rick is a person who only cares about useless things such as business and coffee without a head, and he is not even interested in power? Youll know when you see it. A war of nerves ensued between the two managers. It definitely makes more sense seeing this. What a great position to be a senior manager. furthermore. This is a jackpot Jinhyeok, who checked the status window of Gapellius, managed to swallow theughter that erupted inside him. Chapter 510 Episode 510. Managers banquet (2) [Eye of gluttony sees through the target.] Jinhyeoks eyes narrowed. at the same time. Tring! Arge status window appeared in front of me. [Personal Information] Name: Gapellius Level: ??? Unique Sacred Lance: Down Fall Trait: Chariot of the Sun. Skill: Lv?? Advanced Horse Riding Lv?? The Whip of Helios Lv?? Blessing of the Sun Lv?? Shield of Red me. There are too many skills, so it will be converted to a summary view version. Copy conditions: Gapellius, an apostle of Helios and one of Olympus most handsome men, is currently in love with the Greek goddess Aphrodite. After provoking using this part, if the opponent presses it in the area they are most confident in, you will be able to copy one of Gapellius abilities. Depending on the opponents anger level, you can choose differently.) As an apostle of Helios, Gapelius status window was quite colorful. There were many useful skills, and above all, I liked the copying conditions. The more you raise your opponents anger, the better you can get Its fun to make fun of people passing by. Even more so, what if the target is a nasty guy who talks a lot? My whole body was itching to press down right away. In particr, Gapellius Downfall and Sun Chariot could be fused with Red Earth Riding or Realm of Wind. It is a skill that must be acquired. But dont be too introverted. This was because there was a risk of attracting attention in many ways if it was heated up before the main event even started. I should have been more careful before I could figure out Ricks heart. When a new senior manager takes office, he will do it, so the opportunity to copy it wille soon. Jinhyuks head spun rapidly. Carefully. and calmly. while making ns for the future. We are fine. Its just a joke, so dont worry too much about it. yer Kang Jin-hyuk? look. Didnt the friend you brought over there say it was okay? Dont overreact and just go your way. Hi-Hi. Gordirak, who had be more energetic, smirked even more. Ellis raised an eyebrow, but unfortunately Gordc didnt see it. Contractor Should I kill him? Be patient. After all, Ill beg you to kill me with my mouth anyway. Hastings, the senior manager, also couldnt die in my name. Only one mid-level manager. No matter how friendly you are with Olympus, the limits are clearly set. All right. If thats the case Ill keep guiding you. Rick looked away from the giggling Gordirak. ? ? ? After passing the fountain and going inside, a huge mansion appeared. The mansion of the Rosenbergs was great, but it was a toy housepared to it. I cant see the end to end. It is a size that should be measured in kilometers, not in meters. Hundreds of small and medium-sized deities and the residents they brought, who had already received invitations and gathered, seemed to pass lightly. At the appearance of a new contestant, a look of caution was poured out. Its quite burdensome, but this right then. Ohhh! Come, my apostle! I thought I was dying from waiting! The two deities waiting at the entrance shouted at the same time. One was Anubis with the head of a jackal. The other one was Beriel, who has recently been growing the fastest in the Pandemonium. Both of them are beings that are the main axis of the gigantic power of the upper echelons. boom boom! Amotion broke out among those around. what? Did you have a rtionship with that human, Anubis? You look close to Beriel. Nonsense. Weve been trying so hard for hundreds of years to establish a rtionship with the upper echelons, but those who have just entered the tower for a few years are treated like that? For small and medium powers, the lower level of the tower is an area of no interest. They were also busy waging fierce territorial wars on the 30th floor where they were located. Therefore, there was rtively little information about Jinhyeok and Goinmul Corporation. The most outstanding emerging faction among yers. To the extent that it is neither more nor less than that. When I asked them toe to the Demon Realm once, they didnt look like they were pecking their noses, so they came running to ces like this. The same goes for us. Even if I told them about a summer resort with a nice oasis and palm trees, they wouldnt listen. The actions of those who im to be high-ranking deities are no different from elementary school studentsining about their best friend not ying with them. so. Where will youe first? Rather than the dull Pandemonium, of course its our side full of warm sun, right? Its warm, bitch. If you go there, your skin will dry out and turn over. what? Are you saying that the Demon World, which is full of rotten smells, is a good ce? If you dont want to order a water pack for your fatigue, stay out of it. I knew this person much earlier. Its not how long youve known each other that matters, its more how deep a bond you have. I fight and eat with this human in the Sanctuary of the Sun! what else is it An ancient egg! He gave me that too. I also gave them ck spears and stuff like that! If you want, you can do it with Yeongji and Sung! You can take the horns off my head and give them to me! A voice that gets higher and higher. Im just trying to get a headache. Well, there were a lot of things left open, so if it was karma, it might be karma. however. cooong! Beside Beriel and Anubis, a new being appeared. Bursting muscles and wild ck hair. I was waiting. bantling. The strongest demigod that exists in Olympus. Complete 12 tasks that everyone considered impossible. A great Greek hero who saved Olympus itself from the Titans. It was Hercules. creepy The air suddenly changed. A tremendous pressure squeezed the space. Jeezerit! Its a spection that the human body cant stand. Although born as a demigod, this Hercules was the one who could threaten even the gods. Ha ha ha! Youre definitely stronger than thest time we met. Its very deliciously ripe. Quadruped The ground cracked open and the muscle-covered arm stretched forward. If they were caught there, the bones and flesh would be beautifully dposed. however. Hercules hand did not reach Jinhyeok. What are you doing? to my apostle? Are you going to dere war? Hmm. This is a bit troublesome. Beriel, Anubis and Rick stepped out at the same time. The sword, crescent spear, and staff each touched Hercules vital points. How dare you point a weapon like that at my contractor? Do you want to be torn to pieces? Half a muscle mass. Alice, who was particrly angry, had summoned enough Blood Spears to fill the sky. If Jinhyeok had even been injured, that many skewers would have turned the whole area into a mess. There are a lot of useless reinforcements. I thought Id be able to enjoy it to the fullest. Hercules hand stopped. Even if Jinhyeok is alone. Fighting everyone here was out of the question. right at that moment. A cold voice cut through the crossed arms. Hey, when the hell did the Devil and Egypt work hand in hand? It looks like theyre plotting something interesting while were not aware of it, but at this point, wouldnt it be better to have a fight with the new senior manager, prepared to lose some power? A woman with long ck hair and purple skin. A skull in one hand . And in the other hand he was holding a short scythe . This time, it was Jinhyeoks turn to exim. After the death of Nirasha of the Gandhara guild, the Cheonse, a huge power that has not been on the front line . Dangerous, but Kali is far more dangerous than Hercules in another way, because this maddened goddess was the bloodiest monster in all of mythology . The desired sea. I do not avoid the fights I have fought. Its just that the deities here are all insane. Anubis, Beriel, and Elise sprayed death as if theyd been waiting. If Im wrong, I might end up seeing this ce turn into a bloodbath before I really see the new senior manager. But , Right before the situation suddenly changes. [Senior Manager Vendivia enters!] Parts! Above the purple sky, Senior Manager Bendivia has manifested. See you again after a long time since we met at the snowy cabin the other day. Looking at all the hot-blooded people gathering, it looks like theyre already heating up. Even if its not the case, the election ceremony will start soon, so please bear with it. An order masquerading as a rmendation. At Vendivias words, the spirits of the gods softened . I cant help it. The purpose ofing here is to determine the election of a new senior manager and to determine the impact that manager will have on the tower in the future. Depending on what kind of manager is elected, and which faction the manager is friendly with. The game is going to change drastically. There was no reason to make the rest of the managers upset before then. Following Bendivia, another senior manager came out. He is an elder-level manager elected from the nt species Lifeseed. And next . The senior manager who came out was quite familiar. Hasting. I thought he was dead, but he wasnt there yet. Seeing him breathing normally, I can sense the generosity of Nyathotep. But the missing arm and his scarred face are almost corpses. Hastings staggered out of the gate. Then, when he met Jinhyeoks eyes, his whole body trembled slightly. He smiled. Jinhyeok responded to the trembling with a bright smile . When the situation was sorted out, Bendivia opened her mouth. Immediately, everyones eyes focused on Bendivia . If you think youre fit to be an administrator, pleasee up here. The first step to bing a senior manager is this: Any manager can step up to the podium and register as a candidate, but at the same time anyone below the podium can question the candidates qualifications. It means that if there is a disagreement between them, they will take a kind of test and follow the will of the winner. In order to be a senior manager, you must be willing to ept that level of challenge. Vendivia said, but no manager willingly stepped forward. It was like a powerful force . As if the candidate had already been decided, they only noticed . Seniors and juniors are all burdened, so I will be cautious. Godirak climbed onto the podium with leisurely steps. No one dared to oppose it because he had a strong backing called Olympus. At this rate, the first candidate will be decided. however. Only one. When everyone said yes, there was someone who shouted no. A rabbit with second grade disease who can only giggle is a senior manager. It feels like the dissatisfaction is filling up to the frontal lobe. Jinhyuk raised his hand. Chapter 511 Episode 511. Chariot of the Sun (1) Pudeudeuk Godirak bit his mrs hard. Yeah bastard. Being treated like this in front of so many people watching, of course I couldnt help but feel angry. But because of Bendivia, they couldnt even demonstrate armed force. All I could do was grind my teeth and stare at death with both eyes like now. Hmm. A negative vote has been cast out. Vendivia stroked her chin with a smile on her face. As if this situation is funny and hard to bear. boom boom! Once again amotion broke out. Conformity determination is a procedure close to a rite of passage. If you dont want to be an enemy of the opposing faction, you dont have to oppose it. This is because the risk was too great for those who voted against it. however. A human who is neither a manager nor a resident. I never thought I would cast such a provocative dissent. [The small and medium faction Vedramium shows strong curiosity towards you.] [The small and medium faction Chiu wants to talk to you.] [The small and medium faction Incas Evening proposes cooperation with the Ancient Inmul Corporation. ] Several status windows shed in front of Jinhyeoks eyes. It seems that it has attracted quite a bit of attention that such arge-scale incident has urred against Godirak, who is famous for being vicious. Well, most of them were useless in the upper echelons but there are still a few ces that stand out. In particr, one force was different among them. Even if I hadnt talked to her first, I would have visited her from this side. Is it like this too? I expected it. Jinhyeok-ssi cant stay still. This is what my contractor is like. So, are you going to have a fight with them? Chun Yoo-seong, Teresa, and Elise each uttered a single word. Even if I didnt do that, it seemed like my body was itching. I cracked my joints. Godiraks gaze turned to Rick. Rick is that humans will your will? The final decision on objection rests with the manager who brought him, not the invitee. In other words, it is the story of Rick Hennessy that determines the initiation of this fight. I didnt want this much fuss either, but what if things turned out this way? The beginning of a game in which one of them must be destroyed. Kick! Youll regret it? No way. Godirac and Rick growled at each other. This is the end of the agreement between the managers. match! Vendivia pped her hands. Now, this has been decided. So, lets start by talking about which game we will win. Do you two have any special thoughts? Ill just kill the game right here and nominate our manager as a candidate. Chark Gapellius stretched out his whip. Roaring! In an instant, great heat and light radiated out. It seemed as if the whip, which was imbued with red mes, would burn everything around it at any moment. Thats not bad either Wouldnt it be too futile for the spectators to expect a simple one-on-one fight? Are you foolish? What does that mean? It means that I want to avoid games where I have an advantage. Ive never lost in one-on-one. what? Gapellius fine face wrinkled at Jinhyeoks words. Hearing that fighting one-on-one with humans is meaningless. There is no shame like this. Do you want to die! A ghastly lifelike breath emanated from Gaphelius body . Looks like theres at least one sport youre confident in. Tell me somewhere. Whatever you suggest, Ill give it a shot. Really? Then Jinhyeok sneakily looked between the floating inds . As expected, they were here as well . Ha ha ha ha Kapellius let out augh as if he was full of energy. He couldnt help but be dumbfounded. What Jin Hyuk was saying was not just a provocation, but a kind thatpletely crushed his pride. So this body, chosen by Helios, who makes the sun rise. You mean a chariot match? I think it should be about that much to get the bnce right. Jinhyeok shrugged his shoulders. Of course, he didnt forget to add a word, Looking at it, it looks like the deities belonging to Olympus have also arrived. Even though weve spread the board to this extent, youre not going to refuse? Thats rude to the waiting crowd. Excuse me. . On the other side of the stage, a new presence was revealed in the floating seats, where not ordinary deities, but high-ranking deities can stay. The deities of Olympus who came to watch the senior manager election ceremony arrived. Of course, among them Gapellius had his heart. The goddess Aphrodite was also there. He flinched. Gapellius eyes trembled. It is impossible to be humiliated while Aphrodite is watching. Now we are in a situation where we have to win no matter what. I feel like Im being pulled into something. . I didnt like it when my opponent continued to hold the board and shake it, but it didnt matter. Every morning, I admired Helios who carried the sun and drove the sun chariot for countless years. . Whoops. Ill crush you. Gapelius and Godirak agreed and the match was concluded. ? ? ? The match starts about an hourter, and as each person finishes preparing, two carriages cross the sky . Its okay if you dont push yourself too hard. Rick cautiously opened his mouth, Im going to go ahead with it. I promised you Id help you be a senior manager in exchange for helping restore the coronation. Thats true, but He must be overdoing it. Although hes already lost with Olympus, he hasnt openly dered war yet. Its a bit disappointing, but theres still room for improvement in rtions. It is said that there is a difference between punching in the face. However, with this incident, you will cross a river of no return. Rick was concerned about that. Please think of it as a friendship you have known in the past. is providing a special service for long-term customers. Thank you for saying that. instead. Jinhyeok added, If things go well, you will have to answer one question I ask. Ricks expression changed 180 degrees. The benevolent smile disappeared and in its ce a subtle wariness was buried. As for the question what kind are you talking about? Well, youll know that when you go and listen to it. Or maybe you already know. Its meaningless to try to y against Rick. If you touch him awkwardly, hell hide even more. If thats the case, itd be better to openly attack him like this. At least the Rick Hennessy I know is the kind of person who always keeps a promise he made. I understand. If I be a senior manager, whatever Jinhyeok-nim asks, if it is within the scope of my knowledge, I will answer with sincerity. Thats enough. Then Ill see you in a little while. Jinhyeok smiled and walked to the empty lot in the back. There was an old wagon and various materials scattered around. The horses to pull the wagon were also wandering here and there . ! Chun Yu-seong, who was struggling to pull the reins, found Jin -hyeok approaching. huh? Its good to bet. How can I understand that? But how can you beat that monster with something like this? Besides, how can you determine which of these many pieces is worthwhile! Chun Youseong pointed to Gapellius chariot far away. A huge chariot decorated in gold and red. Intense mes erupted from the me wheels that contained the energy of the sun. Besides, four horses were carrying the chariot. Pegasus. In terms of racing, it was like a game I was already in before the start . Teresa sighed too, holding a wooden nk in her hands. Judging from everyones reaction, it seems that the situation is not good. Even if you put aside the always grumbling Cheonyu-seong, Teresa was also wearing such a gloomy expression. Right then Contractor. Jim has a good idea. Elise, who was making a confident expression, raised her nose with an Ahem. For some reason, I have a strange anticipation. Still, tell me to go. Do you have a hidden secret? Yes. Tell me, Ellis. Isnt this match just about flying before the opponent? yes. Then Jim just has to carry the contractor and fly faster than that wagon? If we go alone, were much more mobile and I like it hehe. A thoughtful suggestion came out, although it was not worth half a penny, of course. Thats cant we just say that Jim also ys the role of the wagon? Can you? Im sure it wont work. Alice, sullen, hesitated back, So that means well have to get through it on our own after all. So. Which horse should we choose? Surely there are potential horses? Of course, there are many horses in the field, but none of them can beat Gapellius Pegasus, because they were not Pegasus in the first ce, but ordinary horses, and their lineage itself was iparable . what? There is no odds of winning with the horses here. You mean you just have to lose? No, not even that. Its true that there are no winners among the horses here, but there was now that said you had to choose from among the given horses. Just like Gapellius brought his own Pegasus. This side, too, just prepare the horses that fit your side. ? ? ? Always Like, I came out of subspace in response to the contractors call. And instinctively, I grabbed the delicious magic stone in front of me. Thats all. That s all. Its just that While I was eating the magic stone, a rein was stuffed around my neck. mosquito? Miyo? Kuaaa? Heh heh. To think that this body, a lofty deathbeast with an IQ of 300, was caught in a trap. It must have been cast with a very special magic. Sweet potatoes and fried foods, and havelians and hooded cranes. Four horses are prepared. And next Jinhyeok activated his personal status window and called someone on another floor. [Trying to have a video chat.] By the way. [The subject has refused the video chat.] A message with a firm will. Whoa. look at this A fishy smile crept across Jinhyeoks lips. [Attempting video conversation again.] [If you refuse again, I warn you that I will disassemble your limbs and turn them into weapons.] Thew has changed so that loan sharks cannot contact you in the evening, but at the Tower of Trials, day, night or dawn Does not matter. if you dont want to die That said, it would be beneficial to receive it right away. [The target has epted the conversation.] Chapter 512 Episode 512. The Chariot of the Sun (2) screen opened and a familiar figure appeared. Master of fire, iron and hammer. It was cksmith Orun. Perhaps it was because she had suffered so much already, her wrinkles looked particrly deep. [Hehehe! Whats going on?] A sigh deeper than the wrinkles flowed out. Ah, old man Orun. How have you been? [How are you? how have you been doing. Until you contact me.] Hahaha. Its a joke More than that, is the restoration I asked for the other day going well? Its not that Ill kill you if you fail because its important, but I just told you that its that important. Coronation of Napoleon. In order to reproduce the past heyday, it must be restored. And before Jinhyeok came here, he asked Orun to restore the painting. I didnt pay a penny for the request. [I dont sleep, I dont eat, and Im working. If this continues, I might die of overwork first.] Orun raised his voice in pain. To buy a little bit of sympathy tickets. Of course, it was nothing to Jinhyeok. The years I lived as a BJ. Sleeping for 2-3 hours a day and changing my whole body was just as natural as breathing. Looking at the condition of my dark circles, Im still at ease. There is no trace of bloody nose. Keep taking care of your business. Rather, could you make me a sturdy wagon right now? You have to drive at high speed, but you dont want to break it. Oh, you have to use the ingredients you see here. Jinhyeok touched the pieces of wood scattered on the floor with his foot. [Its possible, but How long?] One hour. To be precise, because I spent about 3 minutes talking, I had about 56 minutes and 32 seconds left. [Heh heh heh, are you kidding?] Did you see me joking about something like this? If you cant do it, feel free to tell me anytime. We can make it easy for you. Youll probably befortable forever. thats what you want gulp. The sound of saliva dripping could be heard from beyond the screen. [50 minutes is enough to make rice cakes. Cancer is possible. Heh heh heh!] Orun, who was breaking out in a cold sweat, immediately raised the hammer. ? ? ? One of many floating stones. A strange tension lingered in this ce where the deities of Olympus were gathered. Still, I thought there was still room for them to be drawn into our side after the Golden Apple. It was a bunch. I cant help it. Anyone who gets in the way has to be knocked out. The 12 pirs that support Olympus. Each of the twelve deities uttered a word. While agreeing with the saying that now it should be regarded as an enemy and thoroughly stamped. but only one. Only Athena fiddled with her spear and shield with a cautious expression. father. What came out was a short voice. Then the giant man in the innermost part reacted. The greatest absolute among the 12 gods. Even if all the rest of the main gods fought, he would not dare to win. It was the strongest deity of Olympus, Zeus. Why is that? Its Athena. If you touch that human right now, there will be friction with the higher powers that support him. In particr, one of the demon kings of Egypt and the Demon World openly supports Jin-hyeok Kang. Anubis and Beriel. Both are forces that are hard to ignore. In addition, there were many other forces who had a crush on Jinhyeok. It means that if you recklessly intervene, you may have to start an all-out war with all these forces. Athena was concerned about that. Hmm. I know what youre worried about. However, I was thinking about that too. As soon as Zeuss words were finished. that buck At the side of Zeus, the gods of the ages appeared. hi. friends? Its the first time weve seen each other like this. Kali And likewise, it was Indra, one of the thousand-year-old deities. All of them are the main deities of Cheonsei. Just by facing each other, a huge amount of magic power was generated enough to cause the floating stone to resonate. at the same time. On the other side, other beings also appeared. This time, a resident of the upperyers with white wings. It was Uriel, the archangel that symbolizes Eden, and the powerful angels under him. It was a littlete to take care of some internal affairs. apologize. Uriel brushed off the rainwater from his wings. father? What are these? Hahaha! Our Zeus has been plotting something interesting again. I was just trying to start very well from now on. Athena was surprised, but Poseidon and Hades burst into madness as if they had waited. Zeus clenched his fists. Parts! Blue lightning scattered in all directions. We have been sharing the stairs for too long. With limited resources, too many forces clung to each other. Among them, there were many unqualified ones, and there were also many worms who werecent. From the 30th floor to the 49th floor. Only 19 floors were not enough. It is not enough to contain the ambitions and desires of the gods who ruled the world. Anyway, the 50th floor would be impossible for them to see now. Then I had to get all the stairs down there. Only then. In the distant future, drive out the primeval beings who arrogantly look down on them from the top of this tower. Because they will be able to tell you who the true owner of the tower is. Brothers. And sons and daughters. Zeus slowly rose from his seat. The senior management election ceremony was just a justification. Actually, it doesnt matter who it is. No way Athena, realizing it a little toote, inhaled. okay. Numerous deities gathered in one ce to watch this election ceremony. In other words. It means an opportunity to wipe out all the little guys. Take advantage of the gap where everyones attention is focused on one side. I will destroy the bnce of the tower itself. An evil smile spread across Zeus mouth, not befitting a god. ? ? ? Kwok. Gapelliusst checked the condition of the wagon. Excellent condition, no different from usual. There was no such thing as a variable. It must be so Why am I feeling so anxious? It is iprehensible. However, the tingling sensation that spread along the back of the arm was unmistakably tense. It seems that Aphrodite is quite burdened to see. Kick kick. Godirak stood by and gave the answer to his worries instead. I guess it seems like that. Aphrodite. A goddess who takes her breath away just by facing her is now watching her every move. That fact alone wont let me sit still. I will confess my feelings this time. If only we could safely win here and make Godirak a senior manager. If so, Aphrodite will also pay a little attention to herself. Ill hit you forward so you cant step on a shadow at all. Gapellius put on his helmet and looked in the direction of Jinhyeok. however. huh? Something is strange. Aside from the wagons that are shaped and shaped out of crude wood. A deep sense of incongruity arose from the horses pulling the carriage. Gapellius shouted. Thatisnt that the point! It was a reasonable objection. None of the things in the wagon were creatures that had nothing to do with horses. Jinhyeok replied in surprise. Ah, these guys? Big! greatness! Is there aw that says a carriage must be pulled by a horse? No matter who it is, all you have to do is collect four of them. A carriage is, of course, drawn by horses. What kind of bullshit is that! After all, the seeds are not eaten. Actually, a carriage is a carriage pulled by horses. But dont panic. Because in the first ce, he had a knack for being forced. They are right. Thats right, Kuma. Mo Mo Mogi Hee Hee Ing! look. You speak well. Theyre a bit of a mutant, so they look different but theyre definitely four-legged horses. That Gapellius pressed his fingers to his temple. It was because I instinctively felt that it would not be an easy conversation. But just then Does not matter. No matter what he plots, cant we just destroy it with force anyway? Hercules descended from Gapellius chariot. A total of four people can ride in the chariot race. and. Thebat chariot will contain a rider driving the horse and a fighting soldier escorting it. Finally were going to face each other, kid. Hercules leaned his trademark club on his shoulder. Yes Of course I remember. That there remains a decisive battle against this great hero. Its sure to be a very tough fight. Why? in real life, not in the game. I was looking forward to the fact that I would y against a great hero in mythology. lets go. Jinhyeok climbed onto the carriage. Chun Yu-seong, Teresa, and Elise also got into the carriage and took their seats. Guys. i dont ask for much Just one. It just needs to be faster than that wagon. Understand? Hmm. No matter how great I am, I dont think it will be easy First of all, the basic specs are too different. Pegasus with strong muscles and slender legs. On the other hand, the main focus of this side was the ancient races who were addicted to magic stones and grew plump due tock of exercise. Most of all, its a team race where breathing is important to each other. Now thisbination is close to the worst. are you okay. Ill lead you. Self-aware so that you never fall behind. Jinhyuk stroked the whip. Whether it be a beast or a person, how to listen well when defeated. Above all, there is nothing that cannot be done with extreme mental strength. Chow! A whip swept across the ground. It left a fairly thick mark on the ground. If that thing fits your bare skin just imagining it is horrific. How can you do well? Mosquito! Miyo! Kyao! Kyao! Whoops. I will gather even the winding out of my hips and try to fly. The morale-charged summons hurriedly nodded. match! When everything was perfectly arranged, Bendivia pped again. Everyone, please take your seats. You can use the course along the floating stones in the sky. Whoever arrives first will be considered the winner. So lets get started! gs fluttered in the air. at the same time. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! With a stream of fire, Gapellius carriage rushed like lightning. fast. I expected it, but I had no choice but to say that the power to start at the beginning was ignorant. A wagon that disappears from sight in an instant. Hey! Jinhyeok started the carriage half a beatte. Immediately, the Hooded Cranes used the wind to float the carriage. Sweet potato and fried wings pped and sped up. This is where the real race begins. Chapter 513 Episode 513. Chariot of the Sun (3) To-du-du-du-du! The wagon made by Orun rocked violently. Even if it was made by a master craftsman, it was not easy to withstand all the shocks with a wagon improvised in a short period of time. Even so, the fact that they managed to achieve this level of quality within an hour I thought that Orun was indeed Orun. In addition, there was a number of trump cards mounted on this wagon, so the possibility must remain sufficient. Im already several kilometers behind As Gapellius dered, the suns chariot had long since disappeared from sight. Damn, isnt that why youve already lost? Even if you try to slow down by attacking, youll have to show something. Or should Jim fly away and chase after him? A variety of reactions came out. dont worry. Because this is a long game Besides, my kids are just getting used to running. Jinhyuk gently gripped the reins. As the subtle magic spreads [Trait ability Red Land Riding is activated!] [Trait ability Realm of Wind is activated!] Abilities stored in the worlds memories are released. It became. In an instant, the pressure transmitted to the reins changed. Mooogiii! Starting with the sweet potato in the lead, the momentum of the rest of the summoned beasts increased. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! A gust of wind rose and the carriage began to rush forward in the blink of an eye. What have you done? Chun Yuseongs eyes widened. It wasnt even doping. I cant help but be embarrassed to see the kids who were fine all of a sudden flying around. In addition, with the wind on its back due to the region of wind, the hooded crane became able to assist the wagon several times morefortably. Jinhyuk wet his lips with his tongue. Yes, this is the taste. It feels rewarding to have stored so many abilities. Being able to use it in the right ce was the reason why copying and fusion were fraudulent. While thinking so, Gapellius carriage began to appear in the distance. ? ? ? Mr. Gappelius! The warrior at the rear of Gapelliuss chariot hurriedly called for Gapellius. What? excuse me! I think you should look behind you! Why behind Gapellius turned his head as if he couldnt understand. Then, his expression immediately turned to shock. Jin-hyeok, who never thought he would dare toe after him, was behind him before he knew it. how? Tens of thousands of doubts cluttered my head, but the reality did not change. no matter what number The opponent hase this far. Now its time to start a serious race. Hahaha! After all, this is not easy. cancer thats it Only then will this body be worthing all the way here! Hercules, on the other hand, let out a pleasantugh. Its like my whole body is itching now. At the same time, an arrow caught on the huge longbow he was carrying on his back. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Terrible living things condensed along the arrowhead. Even though there was no magic power, simply pulling the string caused an absurd repercussion. [Hercules Lv??? I activate the Sky Bow!] Kwaaang! A gale raged. The gale quickly turned into a storm and engulfed the sky. fast. heavy. The high-speed spinning arrow aimed at Jinhyeoks head in less than a second. but. [Trait sword song is activated!] Chun Yoo-seong appeared in front of Jin-hyeok and drew his sword. KakakakakaEach! The de scratched the bevel of the arrowhead and twisted its trajectory. It was a perfect miss that came out with admiration. In the first ce, Hercules arrows are not the kind that can bepletely deflected. Kuh!? Chun Yoo-seongs arm could not withstand the shock and was pushed away. Kwaaang! There was a huge hole in the back of the wagon. Its just a little bit of a bit of a bit of a bit of a bit of a bit of a bit of. If you get hit right, you wont even be able to get a bone. however. An ident urred in the wagon, which was supposed to crash immediately. [Oruns carriage activates the special ability Soul of the Artisan!] Koodduck kwadeuk! Quickly recovering rear section. Jinhyuk smiled. Dont do it too hastily. Because the race has only just begun. Hoo. Quite right. A small exmation escaped from Hercules mouth. But it was only for a moment. A situation where more time is still needed for the wagon to fully recover. Right then. A huge floating stone appeared in front of everyone. If you have been driving gently along the side course so far, the slope will turn rapidly from this floating seat. In other words, it means that the breathing between the rider and the horses bes important. Haap! Hi-ying! Hey! Do-do-do-do-do! Gapellius skillfully pulled the reins of the horses. As if it was funny to this extent, the carriage rode the track and galloped smoothly. On the other hand, the wagon pulled by Jinhyeok was running towards the Udang Tangtang floating stone. shit. Shouldnt we do something too? Kyaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah! A real contractor? Everyone hurriedly shouted. No matter how much Red Earth Riding maximizes each individuals driving ability, it is impossible to control the acrobatic feats of four animals. If so Gumaya! Jinhyeok threw a magic crystal with a brilliant light into the sweet potatos mouth. Mo Mosquito! The sweet potato with twinkling eyes swallowed the magic crystal in one bite. Whoops! The belly of the sweet potato glowed softly, and soon the light shot up to the throat along the belly. [Sweet potato has absorbed the highest grade magic crystal!] [Lv14 Breath is activated!] Indescribable energy gathered from the white shining dots. hurry! Chun Youseong grabbed his sword. Now, the floating stone is right in front of you. Cutting a boulder hundreds of meters in diameter must be nerve-wracking, no matter how natural you are. If you want to do something, you have to do it before that. And right at that moment. Mosquito yee! The sweet potatos breath was released. A single sh of light flickered. Then there was a deafening roar. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah Kwah! The condensed breath prated the floating stone as it was. at the same time. [cier type Blizzard is activated!] [Ellis activates Blood Spears!] The spears made of ice and blood aimed at Gapellius carriage. At first nce, there are hundreds of weapons. This time it was Gapellius turn to be embarrassed. Its not enough to destroy the floating stone entirely A counterattack like that right away. It was absurd to see the pouring rain of two colors. However, this is not the first time that such a carpet bombing has been experienced. When the Horseback Riding skill and Stiff Whip were activated, the carriage began to move back and forth in an impossible movement. Kwak Kwa Kwak! Puffer Puck! The spears that escaped from the wagon by a single piece of paper shattered the poor ground. The ground instantly turned into a hedgehog. The hooded crane! Know! At Jinhyeoks cry, the hooded crane controlled the weather. [The Hooded Crane is Lv?? I activate weather change!] Kurleung! Lightning fell from the purple sky dyed ck. however. Thats stupid. Where are you aiming for! The lightning didnt even touch the wagon at all. Thepletely unexpected lightning bolt soon disappeared from sight. Gapellius snorted. But there was still a smile on Jinhyuks lips. Rather, a deeper smile than before. No, youre right. Anyway, even a single thunderbolt wouldnt work against Hercules, who had tremendous magic resistance. In the first ce, he wasnt aiming for the wagon the target was the skewers stuck in the ground. Those stuck in the ground Hercules, who grasped Jinhyeoks intentions a littleter, widened his eyes. Upon closer inspection, the skewers did not fall randomly, but were stuck in a regr pattern. [cier type lightning in the sky and] The fallen lightning became chain lightning and flowed down hundreds of skewers. The chain lightning that flowed and flowed soon formed the shape of a huge rune word. [Blood Spears Spear of the Earth continues!] Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa! The streaks of lightning that heralded the end crossed up and down. Aagh! Big! Aaaagh! Gapellius chariot was engulfed in great mes. ? ? ? On floating rocks where managers live. Such nonsense! Godirak, who had been leisurely watching the race, jumped up from his seat. At first, even when the distance was widened by an overwhelming margin, I did not doubt victory at all. Especially since Hercules was riding as abat soldier, I was sure there would be no variables. However, as time passed, a strange sense of incongruity stuck to me. By now, I couldnt help but feel uneasy. Is that what you said? Dont look down on yer Kang Jin-hyuk. Rick sipped the coffee on the table with a satisfied expression on his face. Certainly interesting. At this point, I have no idea whos going to win. No, maybe something unexpected will happen Bendivia also nodded while stroking her chin. Unsurprisingly, there was bound to be great agitation among other middle and lower managers. It was because the fact that Olympus, which had yed a role as the keeper of the upper floors of the tower for countless years, might be defeated stimted interest. C As it is Are you going to just watch? Godiraks voice headed for the floating stone on the other side. OK. The silent god of Olympus moved. Actions followed instead of answers. [Zeus activates his unique ability, Astraphe.] shing. A blue sh shed. It was only a single line, but powerful magic that was iparable to that of the lightning strike just before emanated. !!! Jinhyeok reflexively spreads a shield that oveps Mand and Blessing of the Star. It was a defense that I managed to do right before colliding with Astrafe. of course. Wow! There was no room for such a level of defense. The half-destroyed wagon lost its bnce. Kuaaa! The hooded crane, which was adjusting the wind, fainted as it was from the terrible shock. Because of that, the burden on the rest of the summons doubled. Mr. Jinhyeok! Teresa immediately started using her divine power to treat her. A warm energy enveloped the entire carriage. Jinhyeok, who came to his senses, looked in the direction the thunderbolt hade from. Ites out like this damn thing. Anyway, I guess its not a crazy myth that rules are given away. Even the rules of the race are lightly chewed up and eaten away. It is said that winning or losing is not important, but losing so pointlessly is uneptable. The time is not yet fully ripe. Gapellius should wait a little longer for the sake of the cause. Zeus raised a finger. [The gate opens!] Ahhh Ahhh! What came out through the blue passage was the sirens who sang a cursed song. Kyao! Kuaaa! They were gargoyles whose bodies were made of stone. The monsters that filled the sky began to approach Jinhyeok at themand of Zeus. Chapter 514 Episode 514. Mythical War (1) Zeus! What is this? Vendivia jumped up from her seat. Fighting was allowed during the race, but that was only between two wagons. This did not mean that outside forces were allowed to intervene. But since Olympus has been so openly provocative Of course, as a senior manager, I have no choice but to protest. But Zeus replied without changing his expression. I just helped lightly to bnce it out. Equity? Do you think that makes sense? Kang Jin-hyeok asked the cksmith on the other floor to make a wagon. Furthermore, instead of using horses, they used ancient species and other summoned animals. If so, wouldnt it be too much of a request for us to have this much leeway? Bite the opponents fault and hang on. This time, Vendivias words suddenly stopped because there was no reason attributable to them. Of course, I could have asked if I hadnt raised an objection right away at the time. That kind of logic couldnt work for Zeus . Dont worry. I wont do more than this. Thats what you mean! Arent the warriors you sent among me in the first ce? Among the sirens and gargoyles, warriors riding Pegasus were seen. They were not just ordinary warriors, but heroes of Greek mythology who were given ranks and names. Not many, just four or five people mixed together. If its even that much of a problem, its rather Bendivia. It seems that you only show favoritism to Kang Jin-hyeok and thete Inmul Corporation. Zeus looked at the other administrators as if asking for their consent. Meeeeeh that certainly makes sense. A new figure who came here after the race started. The senior manager in the shape of a red goat nodded. Haeteis I support Zeus words. Fairness is a natural virtue that managers should have. isnt it? Mr. Hastings? okay. Hastings nodded reluctantly. After falling out of Nyathoteps eyes, Hateis took his ce. Hastings eyes shed with a mixture of fear, envy, and hatred for him. C Whoops. Dont feel too bad about it. Do you know? Will there be new opportunities for you too? Until then, I hope you will follow me carefully. Unless you want to bepletely destroyed. Thats what he said to his face when he first met Hateis. But Hastings couldnt even say anything. really. Because this was thest chance. When Tace and Hasting agreed to do so, the excuse for Vendivia to step out disappeared. Back All Bendivia could do was look at Jinhyeok with worried eyes. ? ? ? Keeeh! Koooo! A huge number of monsters filled the sky. At first nce, there is no end in sight. It was impossible just to face that many things, but winning the race on top of that didnt make any sense at all. No, in the first ce, it was a question whether each one of them could survive against the monsters with terrifying magical power. Each persons magic power was aw that determined the total amount. But just then I will buy time. Chun Yoo-seong stepped in front of the carriage. Yoo Yoo-seong? Theresas eyes widened. He realized what Chun Yu-seong was trying to say. Anyway, even if I stay here, my feet are tied up. It is better for someone to sacrifice than to do nothing together. And if its someone who can y a stable long-term battle, its right for me to stay. Chun Yuseong finished speaking and this time nced at Jinhyeok. One thing that hasnt been settled yet. His only regret was that he couldnt win against Jinhyeok and had to end it like this. Dont be too relieved. Even in hell, Ill be waiting for you toe. I hope you dont avoid the game then, even if you think about todays work. Awesome! The wagon fragments were cut off with a single stroke of a light knife. [Cheon Yoo-seong activates Lv16 Void Water!] Ugh! Chun Yoo-seong got on top of the rising debris. At the same time, blue waves began to rise along the de. Fully expressed swordsmanship. As the sword began to sing, the sword castle became a great mountain that could withstand thousands of enemies. The willingness to give up ones own life for the sake of onesrades is certainly moving. Its touching, but Yoo Seong-ah. done. I didnt mean to say thank you. Yoo Seong-ah? Just leave without saying anything. Because Im really fine. No, thats not it Jinhyeok scratched his head. Whats the point of saying this at this timing when weve poured out a lot of words overflowing with middle school two ? If you acted with your hands and feet tied up until now. From now on, you can fight with 100% of your strength. Jinhyeok nodded towards the bottom of the carriage. Starting with that Kwaaaang! Golden spears rose from the ground. I was waiting! How dare you do something like this with this body in front of you! Ill grind you down to the bone! [Anubis used the Army of Judgment!] [Jackal armies of death protect you!] Guardians with ck skin and jackal heads. Anubis direct corps responded with javelins. Pupper puck! Puffer Puck! Keeeh! Keeck! The flying sirens and gargoyles fell through the window. Beriel, who had gathered all her mana there, unleashed a tornado made of ck magic. You look at the devil world too funny. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Numerous ck tornadoes engulfing floating rocks whole. The natural disaster, which tore everything caught up in it, inflicted damage beyond imagination to the Greek army. We have plenty of reinforcements. I just couldnt intervene because the situation wasnt right. By the way, Yoosung what? If we meet again in hell, lets fight? Pooh! No, even middle school students who have be ck these days wont say such a thing. After kicking the nkets for the rest of my life, it was at a level where I could do it one more time at the coffin. Chun Yoo-seongs face turned red. My hands and feet trembled with shame and anger. Its not like that. No, the voice is like that. Since I recorded this separately, I will y it whenever I am bored until I die. Or it would be okay to sell it as a set product with a maid outfit to the Trial Towermunity. You Serung! The half-retracted sword was drawn again. Ah did I just cross the line a bit? Jinhyuk hurriedly cleared his throat. Kuhm! no, thats what it says Could I possibly do that? Haha. Lets move faster than that. We have to reverse while Beriel and Anubis pull time. Damn, Ill definitely remember this. Chun Youseong reluctantly put the sword in. But just then Buuuung One Pegasus approached at high speed from a group of ck tornadoes. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. The one who broke through that gap must be one of those who fall under the Heroic category. As expected, a muscr man wearing dazzling armor quickly reached Jinhyeoks carriage. Eyes shing between the helmets. theres no way you wouldnt know How could I not know? The great hero Hector who made an outstanding performance in the Trojan War. You hurt yourrades with evil magic. I will pay for this in blood! Hector blocked the way with a cold, subdued voice. A posture with a round shield in front and a long spear. Thebat method specialized in stabbing was Hectors favorite special move. Left, not right! Chun Yuseong urgently shouted. Hectors horsemanship was so skillful and splendid that he had to change horses on the way. Fain! The spear rushed towards a point. Theresa, who was in the lead, lowered the shield she was holding. [Teresa activates Lv19 Holy Tiger!] A huge cross appeared in front of the shield and faced the spear head-on. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Kwaaang! The spears blew like a storm, but Theresa calmly deflected all attacks. Leave the defense to me. A solid pdin armed with holy power. After all, the presence of Teresa in a battle like this was reassuring in and of itself. But it was still too early to breathe. In the floating stone where the Greek deities were far away It was because apletely different kind of life was detected. Are you trying to move after all Olympus, which has been showing excessively aggressive movestely. I didnt think they would be satisfied just because they destroyed one Asgard. In particr, it was a known fact that he would be greedy even more since he was in contact with India and Eden behind the scenes. If thats the case Now, when arge number of deities are gathering, it would be the right time. This was the right time to reveal his ambitions and throw the bnce off with a single move. ? ? ? The throne on which Zeus sat was cracked. His forehead, which showed a lot of difort, twitched. Zeus! A third of the troops weve sent have been killed or incapacitated. Its to the point where the rest of us find it too much to do just by avoiding ourselves! Hector and Jason are fighting hard, but it wont be easy to inflict a direct blow. Poseidon and Hermes also added a word each. In fact, making time has be a waste. Now we are in a position to worry about how to deal with the loss of troops. Father Athena murmured heavily. A decision must be made before it is toote. p! Zeus smashed the cup containing ambrosia. Red wine gushed out through the shattered ss. Wake up. A low, deep voice rang out. and. Everything came down to that one word. All right. I was waiting for you. ats! Cuckoo coo coo! In an instant, the entire stairway shook. Floating stones floating in the sky. The ground and the rivers flowing along it also stopped as if frozen. [The upper deity, Olympos, stops the Sleep Bell.] [The slumbering monsters in mythology wake up.] The incidents happened simultaneously. A mound of earth is dug up or a cliff of floating stone cracks. The huge monsters were released from deep sleep one by one. Lion of Nemea. sphinx. Cyclops. and hydra. Named demons symbolizing Greek mythology appeared one after another. And then Bubbling! The great river parted, and in its ce a mouth full of sharp teeth appeared. It was the mouth of a monster hundreds of meters in diameter. [The named monster Caribdis is manifesting!] A predator that devours everything floating on the water. The cursed goddess has awakened to devour those who defy Olympus. The joke is over. Everyone prepare for battle. Zeus rose from his seat. Chapter 515 Episode 515. Mythical War (2) What what? I never thought Olympus would move like this Are you insane? Youre doing this here? Olympus deration of war threw everything into chaos. Small and medium-sized forces as well as managers were stunned and did not know what to do with the current situation. The manager election ceremony, which came from pure intentions, suddenly turned into a battlefield. The gship seemed to know that only Bendivia would do this. Hateis! Was this what you wanted! How did a senior manager who needs to keep the bnce the most be a dog of Olympus! Hmm. I had no idea things would turn out this way. I want you to be moderate in your assumptions about whos dog or what. You call that an excuse. Did you think I would believe such nonsense? You are free to believe or not, but I dont think right now is the time to question the truth, right? Hateis looked at the fluctuating sky. As Olympus began to move in earnest, heaven and earth vibrated violently. Cuckoo coo! Floating stones that fall in pieces. At this rate, one floor dedicated to administrators might disappear. Or maybe even more damage than the stairs themselves could have happened. Middle-level managers, immediately give orders to the lower-level managers in charge! Send support to the deities belonging to each myth! Vendivia immediately shouted. To counter this formidable force and to keep the medieval deities from beingpletely wiped out. This method was the best. ??? Its really crazy. Jinhyeok shook his head as he saw the monsters waking up here and there. I knew they were crazy, but I thought they hadmon sense that they only moved after the game. This wasplete nonsense. Koooooo! A nine-headed hydra burrowed into the midst of Anubis warriors. The hydras food and destructive power, which eats anything at random, began to take a devastating blow to the dense troops. In addition, numerous named monsters in mythology were also difficult. These Are you saying that we are going to start a war openly? Anubis and Beriel let out voices full of anger. I never thought it would go to such an extreme. However, Olympus did not even say a word to such a cry. ording to the n, it only quickly destroys the strongholds of small and medium powers. Hahaha! Its so refreshing! Ares with a spear and shield. Ill throw them all to the bottom of the deep sea. Poseidon also creates whirlpools using overflowing water. Ive spread space warping magic and telmunication barriers nearby. It will be impossible to call support from now on. Even Hermes, who flies through the sky and inspects the barriers. Each of them thoroughly profited from their respective duties. Dont look elsewhere and focus on me. If you cant get over me anyway, you wont be able to do anything. Hector aimed the spear point again. A look without a single blur. right at that moment. Paaang! The spears rushed like lightning. Who said they would let you go? however. The spear aimed at Jinhyeoks neck bounced out of the air. Kaaang! Red mes shattered and scattered. And in the middle of it, the blinding knife de was shining. I gave permission. Chun Yuseong blocked the gap between the chariot and Hector. ??? After leaving Cheon Yoo-seong behind, Jin-hyeok immediately turned the carriage and went to the ce where Beriel and Anubis were. Beriel! oh! Youre here! I was waiting. human. Beriel and Anubis shouted at the same time. Both of them didnt look very good, probably because they had exhausted their mana from the previous attack. Well, since both of them used a lot of wide-area skills How are your bodies? It is still bearable. Im going to catch the trash mobs Theres nothing wrong with it, but I cant afford to deal with those big guys. We also have phantom beasts and divine beasts of the same ss, but all the ways to bring them have been blocked. Since Hermes had been ying around so tightly, it was next to impossible to find a gap now. Unless you anticipate this from the beginning and get the coordinates that allow you to move in space. contractor! The conversation stopped at Elises cry. The warriors sent from Olympus had reached this area before they knew it. Hehehehe. There are only a lot of these very big fish. One box of gold coins per neck belonging to the Goinmul Corporation. He said he would give you 5 million coins as well. Kang Jin-hyeok is three times the normal reward. You must catch it. The muscr Spartan warriors giggled. Thirty is just the number. Considering that they survived Beriels tornado, they are not to be taken lightly either. There Ha ha ha ha! Yes, dont worry, the rewards will be packed very tightly. As long as you hit that guys neck. Among the warriors, there was one guy withpletely different specifications. Ares. One of the main gods of Olympus and the god of war. If Hercules is a heavy warrior forced to fight by unavoidable fate. This guy is a berserker who enjoys the battlefield itself where blood and flesh stter. I was worried that Hercules would fret so much and take away all the delicious prey, but its fortunate. Because you came here. Ares, who looked up and down Jinhyeok, continued. Its a bit fragile, so the taste of fighting will be a little less but instead, it will taste like bullying. They slowly pull out each limb and make you beg for help. It was the moment when his unique sadistic and perverted tendencies were revealed without filtering. at the same time. that buck How dare who would pull out whose limbs? I cant just sit still and listen. Alice and Teresa stepped forward with their eyes full of life. Hoo. Its Alice. Yes. I heard that you recently killed the Exension and reimed its ce. It was a very moving story. You brush your snout like that even though you know that? Even to my contractor? Puhaha! It must have been very poisonous. It looks like youre not a contractor, but a lover If youre really in a bad mood, try forcefully. Arent those the rules here? He said the only bullshit I could rte to. Thats right. You dont have to fight over your mouth. [Ellis activates her unique ability Blood Road!] A huge number of skewers were directed at Ares. If you stay still, the hedgehog no, it will be torn into pieces that are hard to recognize. Ares did not move a hand from his ce. He just stared straight at Elise with his shield held forward. Its like saying if youre going toe in,e in. dreaming Elise immediately waved her hand. Immediately, a bloody storm raged. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! The skewers turned the ground into a mess. Even so, additional skewers continued to fall, seemingly unsatisfied. Aagh! Avoid the blood! The Spartan warriors who could not get out of range screamed. Arms and legs severed on skewers flew around. Bodies on skewers were lined up. When the red rain thatsted for more than 3 minutes stopped, the surrounding terrain waspletely different. but. Is this really it? There will be no shortage of dealing with it. Indeed, Ares did not copse even under Elises concentrated fire. [Ares activates his unique ability Death of the Battlefield!] Kukukukuku! The long spear and shield were dyed golden in an instant. [Recognize the number of all troops on the battlefield.] [Calction ofpleted stats.] [Attack power and defense power increase by 560% each!] The ability of the reaper of the battlefield is simple but certain. The overallbat power of Ares is determined by the number and quality of troops on the battlefield. The basic specs are already absurd, but I couldnt imagine how much of a monster it would be if it received an additional 560% buff. In fact, Ares was bursting with maniacal light as if intoxicated with overflowing power. Hahaha! This is why battlefields overflowing with strong people are my taste. This is not ticklish! okay? The skewers made with Elises blood were condensed into one. Oneyer twoyers and fiftyyers. Where do you stop this? A spear so huge that it could no longer be called a skewer struck Ares shield . !!?? Ares body was pushed back. A tingling impact followed the shield and dug straight into the bones. My strength has increased several times, but how It was impossible. If it was the current self, even if it was the same deity, it would be normal to crawl. Originally, his strength was so weak that he lost it, so even if he got stronger, it wouldnt show. Something like a dying vampire is so arrogant with just one sessful attack! good night. Lets break that arrogant nose first. Ares pulled out the snail from his neck. And I breathed in with all my might. Whoa! The sound of a conch riding on a wave of magical power resounded. Oohhh! Keeeeeee! Hydra, Typhon and the one-eyed Cyclops answered the call. The divine beasts who had been preying on Anubis army a while ago began to gather one by one to the ce where Ares was. Following Ares, he had to deal with formidable divine beasts at the same time. Moreover, among the enemies approaching now, the rest of the gods and heroic warriors were included. Its going to be a very tough fight. Anubis bared his mrs. Now that this has happened, there is no choice but to summon more troops even if it is overdoing it. Kill them all! Ares gave themand. The monsters, who had spread out a round siege, charged all at once, emitting a long roar. But just then Didnt you almost get on a shit line while waiting? Jinhyeok, who had been silent until now, grumbled into the air at that very moment. sorry. I said I was preparing in advance but it took a little longer than I thought. A voice I had heard several times echoed through the air. at the same time. [The dimensions continue.] An impossible message came to mind. In a spacepletely cut off by Hermes, new forces began to appear. Chapter 516 Episode 516. Mythic War (3) [Conditions met.] [Bifrost unlocked. Asgards bridge is connected.] [A new force enters the stairs!] Ugh! A pure white light poured in and beyond the gate, Heimdall and other Norse deities appeared. There. The strongest fighting group Valkyrie, which symbolizes Norse mythology, also reached hundreds. The gods, who had been running away, started a counterattack. I have been waiting for this day toe. Damn Olympus bastards. I will grind and drink it! Loki and Thor had blood vessels in their eyes. The day Asgard fell and Yggdrasil burned. The feelings of the deities who left their hometowns where they lived for eons of time were indescribable. It was because all they could do was to endure and endure the fight with a heart that swallowed bloody tears. however. The time hase to make amends for all the suffering. Now is the time to release all the umted resentments. Meanwhile, Olympus waspletely caught off guard by the sudden appearance of Norse gods. Oh father! Athena, who was watching the battle, hurriedly called Zeus. Zeus was also aware of the gates existence. You bastards how dare you say this ce! Zeus let out a voice full of rage. If you can fight properly, its a power difference that cant even be an opponent at all. Ive already smashed a lot of Nordic warriors. However, unlike his heart, the situation was not so easy. Unlike Olympus, where they were scattered here and there, fighting each other, the Nordics were preparing to charge in a near-perfect formation. Whats more, the main Shinsu are concentrated on one side to deal with the dead corporation. This is dangerous. Athena! Right Now! Strike! Zeuss words were not yet finished. At Thorsmand, the muscr warriors shouting Valha charged forward. Oooh! Thor is with us! Hahaha! Lets fight with honor and see you all together in Valha! Warriors who do not fear death. And the one-point breakthroughposed of room propulsion created extreme destructive power. Wow! In an instant, there was a hole in the formation of Olympus. Quaaaaagh! Aww! Olympus was dealt a crushing blow by the waves of Norse warriors. Hundreds or thousands of warriors became cold corpses. It was a quick and sharp surprise attack, so it was not easy to defend. If you respond even a littlete, the entire army may be annihted. Ares made a quick decision. Nameia! Now that this was the case, he intended to mobilize all the new beasts and annihte the old figure corporation and put all his strength into it. Because this was the best way to strike a bnce. Koooooo! A divine beast in mythology whose value was recognized for his battle with Hercules. A huge lion blocked Jinhyeoks retreat. Drool dripped from between his sharp fangs. But then, when Nemeia was about to run into Jin-hyeok. chuck! An even bigger beast than Nemeia intervened. Another divine beast that is in charge of one axis of Norse mythology. It was Fenrir. Koooooo! Fenrir roared wildly. As if calling long-lost colleagues. And starting with that roar. Each of the gods corresponding to Olympus appeared one by one. Charybdis, who ate everything that passed on the surface of the water. But something that even that absurd monster couldnt swallow passed beneath the surface. A road with no end in sight. It was Jormungand, the serpent passing through the world. Kreur Kee Jormungands yellow pupils met Charybdiss red pupils. From that point on, a storm raged over the calm waters. The entire stairway shook as the super-sized divine beasts, lightly over hundreds of meters in size, collided head-on. The gods of Jotunheim, Niflheim, and Muspelheim also appeared one by one. The cold frost fluttered and Hresbelg, in the shape of a white eagle, spread its wings. Its a mess where everything is in chaos. What the hell what have you done, you bastard! Of course, the gods of Olympus had no choice but to find Jinhyeok, the culprit behind this. ??? Yeah, its hot as expected. Whether you curse here and there or not. Jinhyeok was eating popcorn while watching a battle scene that could only be seen in a movie. It is a high-quality popcorn that I bought at a coin exchange at a high price. Cheetos taste and caramel taste mixed half and half. contractor. Can we just watch it like this? Alice, who was eating popcorn next to her, asked Jinhyeok. Iknow, right. Everyone is fighting hard, but I feel sorry for something. filth and filth. Theresa also helped with a word. Of course, it was a bonus that everyone had popcorn in their mouths. Parrr Aress fists trembled violently. To afford to do something like that in front of me Did everyone go crazy because they wanted to die? Oh sorry. You have to be polite to the other person, but I always forget. Even if it wasnt, I wasnt going to eat butter-roasted squid. look. Jinhyeok raised both hands and imed innocence. That rxed appearance rather stimted Ares even more. I admit it took a toll on us. To be honest, I never imagined that we would unite all the cowards who ran away every day. But Ares infused magic into the spear. [Ares is Lv??? I activate the Blessing of the 12 Gods!] The golden energy was expressed longer and sharper than the de of the spear. A skill that can only be used by the 12 gods of Olympus. That divine protection is superior to sword steel in every way. Because it was possible to maintain maximum output with minimum horsepower. You dont seem to know that forces that have lost their base cant exert half of their original power. what? You mean youre so weak without a base? As expected, I was a kid who didnt know anything. good night. Let me give you a special reminder for you fool. Thank you for the information I give you before you die. Ares, who became more energetic, continued. A base is the source of power. How long have you been grounded? Also, the number of achievements made there determines the status of a myth. In that sense, Olympus is a force that boasts the strongest. A strong sense of pride conveyed through the tone of voice. I felt how great it was to be in control of one of the upper levels of the tower. However, they are different. Ragnarok lost Yggdrasil. Asgard, which supported their mythology, was also captured. Even if the main gods and divine beasts remain, it will be impossible to recreate the glory of the past. Because of this, Ares was convinced that the oue of this fight had already been decided. Thats right. All of them are right, but Theres just one thing wrong. Wrong? What part are you talking about? Ares snorted. He thought that what Jinhyeok said was simply theining of a loser. However, in the action that followed That cant be? The smile on Ares face had to disappearpletely. It was collected through hard work on my own. From the Spring of the Sun to Queen Lear, there were so many things that even a book couldnt write them all. What Jinhyeok took out of his bosom was a uniquely shaped yellow seed. and. It was a ss bottle with a clear liquid. Both of them were ordinary, but Ares, who knew what the two items were, couldntugh it off. Stop! Ares hastily stretched out his hand. However, Jinhyeok was one step faster. Took! As soon as the seeds hit the ground, the ss bottle shattered and the liquid inside spilled out. Then [I used the spring water of the sun.] [The seed to start over blooms!] [The myth of a lost power begins again.] ??? Everything was burned to ashes world tree. However, Yggdrasil did notpletely disappear. I was just waiting for the moment toe out again. Cuckoo Cuckoo! A bright light emanated from the growing young tree. Yggdrasil is the essence of Norse mythology, with indescribable beauty and overflowing vitality. Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa Ah I never thought that a day like this woulde again The Valkyries, who were fighting fiercely while shedding blood, sobbed on the spot. did. I couldnt stop the tears that flowed in this unrealistic reality. [Second Yggdrasil unleashes magic!] The shimmering golden waves grew stronger and stronger. A warm aura permeated into the bodies of the warriors fighting on the battlefield. Moment. A shout resounded as if the atmosphere was going to leave. Oooh! Wow! Its a shout that doesnt make you think youre tired from the fierce battle. The soldiers at the forefront raised a g engraved with Yggdrasil. The wounded, who had fallen, grabbed their weapons and stood up. [Thebat power of all members of the higher deity Ragnarok increases by 100%!] [The morale increases by 300%!] [The special skill Last Resist is activated!] [The Last Resist ] Effect: Until thest man remains. The morale of Ragnarok is unbreakable. Increases attack and defense by 30% each, and pain immunity reduces pain by 70%. Status windows that appear one after another. Although the size and influence of the second Yggdrasil was iparable to that of the first the momentum felt on this battlefield haspletely surpassed the first. [Thor activates Roar of Thunder!] I wont lose again. The pride of a warrior that is more precious than life. Push on! Warriors of Valha! Once again. The mood changed. ridge! ridge! ridge! ridge! The warriors, whose morale rose with the sound of drums, charged. And among them, members belonging to the Goinmul Corporation were also included. Took! Jinhyeok, who elerated into the realm of wind, started rampaging from the lead. [Trait Grave of Swords is activated!] The ck energy expressed in the two daggers. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! When the ceremony of the Death Sword was added, it became a monster that literally sliced up enemies at random. Get out of the way, Im gagging! A cheeky human being, against this body that has gone through all the hardships Aaaaaaaa! Its not even possible to buy time as a simple soldier. Alice and Teresa, ask for help from a distance. We will thoroughly destroy the enemys unit while targeting the unitmander level. huh. okay. Do not worry. Dealing with the majority with a minority is the specialty of the Old Man Corporation. Hahaha! After all, humans are fun. good. Thanks to that, I have almost recovered my mana. I will also join. Anubis and Beriel also finished preparing to move once again. Now its time to show them what it means to have three myths allied with one faction. Chapter 517 Episode 517. War in Myth (4) Above the Floating Stone upied by Olympus. Zeus watched the war progress with a hard face. a headache. The first n had already gone awry. Now, the situation was moving towards an unpredictable confusion. Of course, the power that could be said to be the main power was still preserved, but Gods such as Thor and Loki were not left alone to put in a great hero or main ss. Get out of the way! Muscr gori bastard! Tsk tsk. Dont you know that that means spitting in your own face? Ares? Thor fighting Ares. Simrly, Apollo is Baldurga. Hermes was Heimdall, Athena was Loki making a one-on-one mark. Hades was also fighting a fierce battle with the giants of Jotunheim. . Zeus took out an astraphe in his right hand as if he had made up his mind on something. Now it is because of the idea of directly intervening and wiping out all the intruders. PartsFalchik! Unusual blue sparks scattered in all directions. [skill ??? Blessings of the 12 Gods is activated!] As the golden energy was mixed with it, another wavelength corresponding to Yggdrasils light began to spread. Zeus! There are many allies below. If you use it in a prenuptial situation, they and the rest will die. Poseidon hurriedly dissuaded Zeus. Victory requires the sacrifice of a few. How can we call them a minority when two-thirds of our power is invested? Besides, there are also gods among them. Zeus shut his mouth firmly. Its own ability is specialized in anti-army, not anti-person. At this point, you have to admit. That it would be difficult to reverse this war situation with Olympus power alone. I didnt want to go into debt but I cant help it. Zeus looked at the two forces standing leisurely on opposite sides. Eden and Cheonse, which were attacking only small and medium powers without engaging in an all-out war with Northern Europe, were still preserving most of their power. Looks like its time for our help. If you want support beyond the contract, you only have to pay a reasonable price. Shiva and Uriel reacted as if they had been waiting for this situation. The reasonable price we are talking about here means that we ask for more recognition of the distribution rights for the bases of small and medium powers in the future. But there was no choice. It was because no one could have predicted how long the barrier wouldst when Hermes was pushed back by Heimdall. If so Can Jinhyuk Kang be killed? At least, you have to secure a justification for paying such a price. The most troublesome variable at this point. It wouldnt be such a bad exchange if you could kill yer Kang Jin-hyeok. At Zeuss words, Shiva took out a scythe stained ck. dont worry. Im going to go and kill myself. If Zeus is a war weapon specialized inrge armies. Shiva was specialized in thoroughly destroying the target. *** Kwaaang! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Quaaaaagh! Kuuk! A battlefield full of explosions and screams. In the midst of the madness, a quiet incident was taking ce. Strengthen the left defensive wall a little more Cool!? Themanders whomanded the warriors of Olympus were falling one by one. Of course, it was a melee in which it was not easy to distinguish the enemy, so it was difficult to draw much attention to the disappearance of amander at the level of 100 officers. Im seventeen with this Assassination through Shadow Killing. It was time for the steady attack, focusing on small units, to have some effect. In fact, loopholes in Olympuss formation began to grow little by little. Okay Now I guess I can aim for the guys higher up. Since the build-up has been done steadily, the effect will be more than expected. Jinhyeok, who found his next prey, melted into the shadows again. The target was Bellerophon. Like Achilles and Hector, he was a hero worthy of a name. Bellerophon! Giants Frost giants areing in droves! Anubis army is also formidable! Goddamn god I never thought I could wield that kind of power by myself. How did you eat it? Rather than that, the Valkyries Agamemnons base in the center might be breached! Dont worry, Ill take care of that. more central. We have to concentrate our power so that the center is not prated. Bellerophon calmly gave the order. His ability to prioritize and respond effectively was excellent. It was surprising to choose the most correct option even in the midst of multiple unexpected variables. But just then [Ellis is Lv?? Blood Spear is activated!] [Teresa activates Lv18 Angels Song!] Numerous skewers fell to where Bellerophon was. The skewer, whichbines the vampires unique blood magic and the pdins divine power, was quite heterogeneous. Not only the appearance, but also the magic power. But just before the spears make a mess around Bellerophon. Bellerophons ability was activated. [Bellerophon used his unique ability Reins of Victory!] A golden rein appeared and a pure white Pegasus made of magic spread its wings. At the same time, a translucent veilpletely enveloped Bellerophon. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! The skewers were blocked by the barrier and were all smashed. Its not too far off. Bellerophon rode on Pegasus back. It is said that he handles Pegasus the best along with Perseus. Its reputation was by no means false. However, in the first ce, Alice and Teresas attack was not the main purpose. It just draws attention with shy skills. Gulleong! Bellerophons shadow shook. Immediately, Jinhyeoks dagger moved like lightning. Booung! It was an ambush aimed at the nape of the neck. big!? Bellerophon barely responded. The sword he was holding in his right hand collided head-on with Jinhyeoks dagger. however. Kagagak. The moment the swords touched each other, Jinhyeoks dagger moved in an unpredictable direction. It was a soft and flexible movement, as if a snake was digging into a crack in the rock. Push! A long stream of blood gushed from Bellerophons neck. Nonsense nonsense Avoiding is almost idental. It was thanks to the luck of the reflexes that were polished. It was a sharp and perfect swordsmanship that made goosebumps goosebumps all over his body. Bellerophon faltered, and the weight was greatly out of bnce. Commander! Mister Bellerophon! The watching warriors shouted. Bellerophon is not an ordinary low-rankingmander, but a general whomands an army of over 5,000. If such a great hero were to fall, he could not have imagined how enormous the damage would be. Immediately, Spartan warriors with shields intervened between Bellerophon and Jinhyeok. That was a mistake. Hey, did you make it in a very dense formation? The corners of Jinhyuks mouth went up. [Inherent ability Poison Road is activated!] A green poisonous cloud arose in the middle of the cluster. Poison that spreads through the respiratory tract. As soon as I inhaled, I felt something wrong with my body. Suck! Big! The warriors quickly stopped breathing. At the same time, he tried to drive out the miasma umted inside by using Olympuss unique magic. If you deal with any type of poison as you have trained so far, there should be no problem. This level of poison has already been experienced by crossing countless dead lines. however. Turn it off What is this The poison that entered my body was different from anything I had ever experienced. Its not a matter of whether the poison is poisonous or not. Rather it was foreign to what I was trained for. In other words, the location of the pain was subtle. Curry. Curry. gurgling. The faces of the warriors turned white from intense stomach pains. Shaking hands and feet. Even if you dont face the worst moment, you have to tighten one muscle with all your might. However, the pain she had never experienced before had enough power to harm the dignity of life. Sa save me. Uhhh I have to go I have to go. anywhere. But where is the simple word? In the middle of this battlefield, there was no paradise they were looking for. Most of all, Jinhyeok didnt let it go. Fuck! Oop When the handle of the dagger hit the back of the head, the warriors lost consciousness one by one, like puppets whose strings had been cut. so vain and quickly. Jinhyeok destroyed one axis of the battlefield. ??? What a terrible bastard. Bellerophon licked his bitter taste. Ill take it as apliment. On the other hand, Jinhyeok replied with a fresh smile. Do not work too hard. The more you resist, the harder it gets for you. Bellerophon didnt look good either. It was because of the previous poisoning. If it wasnt for poison Id rather stick with it one-on-one If so, would we have been able to win? No It would have been impossible even if it wasnt poison. The movement and highly trained swordsmanship shown in the surprise attack earlier. I could tell just by meeting him once. Even if you fight with all your might, victory or defeat is decided. What kind of a monster that such a monster exists. Living in an era of Shinhwa, I met many strong people. Among them were Hercules and other great heroes, as well as the gods of Olympus. If its an overwhelming non-standard monster, Im fed up with it. Why? The being in front of me seemed even bigger than those beings. that buck Jinhyuk slowly closed the distance. Bellerophon flinched, but did not resist. It was because he knew better than anyone else that any resistance would be meaningless in his current state of health. But just then Buuuuuuuuuuu! Terrible magic power fell to the ground with the sound of cutting the wind. Thats Jinhyeok crossed two daggers over his head. Wow! In an instant, the pressure that numb my bones pressed down on my whole body. Due to the shock that could not be absorbed, the ground cracked in the shape of a spider web. Hoo. stop this? Kali is holding a ck scythe. It was the deity of the thousand years. There, behind Kalis back, a huge translucent snake coiled itself. A divine beast possessed by the gods of the ages. It was Kundalini. I was wondering when it woulde, but it seems that I finally lifted a heavy butt. That must mean that the current situation is difficult on the Olympus side. Arent you ashamed to say that the person whose name is the chief deity of India did a surprise attack? You have to put down your ego to catch the wolf. Zeus is still raging. The story is different if the chieftaines directly. You wont be able to earn time with ordinary things. If thats the case you need to bring out the ability that suits him. A golden apple appeared in Jinhyeoks left hand. [I activate the unique ability Golden Apple!] The power to manifest the unique abilities of the Greek gods. There. In his right hand, a wave of blue magic pulsated. [Abilities brought up by Golden Apples ability and existing abilities resonate!] [Limited fusion is activated!] New abilities began to be created once again. Chapter 518 Episode 518. Mythic War (5) [Used the Golden Apple of Desire!] [You can use the ability of one of the gods of Olympus!] The memory of the world unfolds and the ability of the goddess you met before is reproduced. [Athena activates her unique ability, Thousand Years of Victory!] An ability that raises luck to the limit in battle, worthy of her nickname Goddess of Victory. Excluding Zeus, it was Athenas unique ability that was evaluated as the most fraudulent among the 12 gods. But this is not the end. [The unique voice Final Genesis is activated!] A new world built with the power of creation. Day and night dyed white reconstructed the existing battlefield. and. Whoa! The change that appeared as the two abilities merged was an area that interfered with the rules of the Tower. [Unique Singer (Limited) You have seeded in fusing The Unbeginned World!] [Unbeginned World] Difficulty to obtain: Unmeasurable Content: The result of abination of extreme luck and the power of creation. In Unbeginning World, the realm of creation develops to the creation ofws. However, the extremely unreasonable activation of the ability will cause a fatal aftershock to the body. Parts When The World That Didnt Begin was activated, the world changed once again. Apletely differentndscape. The seven pirs fell one by one while maintaining regr intervals. cooong! thud! thump thump! Different characters engraved on each pir. As magic and magic continued, newws were created to support the new world. Whoa Jinhyuk calmed down. A sense of exhration felt in every cell of the body. It is this ability that can exert the most powerful power among the abilities currently possessed, even if it is not until Napoleons Coronation. you? Carlys pupils trembled anxiously. The ability that appeared when the two magic powers merged is something that even the main god has never seen before. In particr, those purple sparks were indescribably ominous. What have you done Carlys words paused. Wow! When Jinhyeok snapped his finger, an invisible hammer hit his side. A body that waspletely bent by Giyeokja. Kuh uh A pain-filled moan escaped Carlys mouth. Breathing waspletely disturbed by the unexpected shock. If the next attack was continued immediately, the blow was big enough to confirm the win or loss. however. Jinhyeok waited for Carly to recover with an expressionless face. Its like saying it doesnt matter if you fight again in your best condition. And that touched Carlys wrath. This cheeky human bastard dares to rx in front of anyone! Do you even know who I am! Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! [Kali Lv??? I activate the Stigma of the Dead!] Murder like a raging st came out of Kalis body. Boooooong! The scythe in his hand cut through the air. It could be said that it was almost simultaneous. A green light flickered from the mouth of Kundalini behind Kali. It is a simultaneous attack from close range and long range. Together. Kalis scythe, which had been drawing a trajectory without hesitation, stopped right in front of Jinhyeoks nose. Turn it off No matter how hard I tried, the scythe wouldnt budge. The green sh emitted from Kundalinis mouth also shattered on the way and turned into a swarm of butterflies. It is impossible. Unless it is impossible to intervene with the unique abilities of ordinary residents. How much more so to destroy ones ability, which is equivalent to a high priest level, in this way. no way. An rm went off in Carlys head. A sense of incongruity that I felt from the first time I entered this barrier. You mean you can change thews? other than that it makes no sense But thats Gods domain. No, it must be a realm that can change the origin of the tower. The fact that only one human could do that was uneptable. It cant be it cant be. Callie roared in denial. You gods always try to judge the world with your own standards. The original arrogance has prated to the bone, so it cant be helped. Jinhyuk slowly stretched out his hand toward the air. thump! The reaction made his eyebrows slightly furrow. However, Carly, who was in a panic, did not notice the change. There is always a stomach in the world. Even if you are reigning on the 40th floor, there are other deities above it, and at the top there are leeches that have been attached to this tower since time immemorial. Its not a small force, but its not even close to their toes. You even know about their existence? No, that tone sounds like you know a lot about them. I know to some extent. You probably know a lot more than you imagine. Jinhyuk shrugged. dog sound! Even those of us who have been in the Tower for thousands of years dont know much about them. But who are you! Are you talking like you know it all? If you ask who I am Well. I cant think of the right words to express it. Still, if I had to refer to it, this expression would be the most appropriate. The very end. what? There is always a top in the world, but in the end there is an end that exists at the end. The first andst yer to see the top of the tower. If there is only one person who has witnessed the beginning and end of the Tower of Trials, it is only one person. Ha ha ha I must have gonepletely crazy just because I got a little stronger power. Im not crazy. Carly giggled and stroked her forehead. The skeletons hanging from their necks made a nking sound. What good. Lets stop listening to bullshit. Kalis scythe stretched across. Parts! [Kali activates her unique ability Scythe to Absorb Souls!] Uhhh! The kundalini behind me let out a strange sound. The resonant sound that resonated like a clear and deep bell created a specific wave. And right at that moment. Kundalinis soul was absorbed into Kalis scythe. Cuckoo Cuckoo! An energy that cannot bepared to before. The world he had created through the uniqueness window shook violently, probably intending to exert his full strength. I know that this is a fairly solid barrier. However, no matter how great the type, if it is cut down with a stronger power than that, wouldnt that be enough? A power that directly strikes the soul instead of physical force. Depending on the value of the absorbed soul, the power varies greatly. In that sense, Kundalini, a divine beast, was a summoned beast that could create the best synergy with Kalis ability. [The requirements for absolute judgment have been met!] [If hit, you will receive irreparable wounds!] Red spears appeared in front of Jinhyeoks eyes. The ability to cut souls would surely work for this barrier. Thats a good calction. If only that scythe would hit. This one should also have its own formality. Jinhyeok also stretched out his hand into the air. Parts! Blue sparks rose and a spear stained red was created in his hand. [The holy spear Longinus is manifesting!] If Kalis scythe is a holy relic that can damage the soul. The spear on this side is a holy relic that announced the end of a myth and a new beginning. Edens strongest spell that can annihte the soul itself. That thing its not real. Where are you trying to deceive this body with fake things! thats right. This is not real. Replica, not a holy relic. But here, the rules arepletely new. Even if it is only a temporary fiction that is not real. It means that at this moment, the fiction can be transformed into the strongest spear. If youre so curious about whether something is real or not, bump into it and see for yourself. Im thinking of doing that even if I dont rush the name line! Quaang! Kali, who had hit the ground, soared high into the air. From above below. The scythe plunged down as if it would split the top of his head. A giant green skull appeared and tens of thousands of curses answered Kalis call. All of them are special curses that correspond to the highest level. right at that moment. Jinhyeok threw the longinus behind his shoulder. Paaang! A sonic boom painted with ancient Latin paved the way. A spear in mythology that pierced the heart of a god. All sorts of curses stood in his way, but Longinus destructive power overwhelmed them all. Aaaaaaa! Callie screamed as she looked at the spear that was right in front of her. In an instant, variousyers of defensive walls unfolded. of course. [The World That Didnt Begin C The power of denial is activated!] As if it didnt exist in the first ce. The defense walls turned to dust and returned to nothing. Pooh! The spear pierced Kalis chest. At the same time, the world Jinhyeok created was also shattered. *** Patter. Through the broken fragments, the figure of the winner could be seen. The opposite of what most expected was the result. thud! Cool. The strongest fighter who supports the world. Maddened by Carly, Kali fell to one knee. The wound in his chest gushed blood like a fountain. . On the other hand, Jinhyeoks exhaustion is evident. There was not a single wound on the body. Without saying anything, it was clear who won. Unbelievable. Kali lost? to humans? What the hell happened in there? Astonishment erupted from the mouths of those who watched the battle. Whoops! If you are a contractor, of course you should. I thought Jinhyuk could do it. Hmm. It never disappoints. Alice, Teresa, and Rick nodded their heads. Even in the midst of fierce fighting, everyone was waiting for Jinhyeoks victory. But the price of victory was also harsh. Jinhyeok looked at his throbbing arm. Skin discolored to purple and thick protruding veins. my arm doesnt move properly. It was because he used an ability outside of the standard. If possible, I would like to be overwhelmed by this atmosphere and withdraw If you want to scold someone again, raise your hand without hesitation. Now that my body is rxed, I think I can run really well. Jinhyeok, who was bluffing, looked around. Most of the warriors were hesitating and retreating as expected. It was because the courage to deal with the monster that overwhelmed Kali after Bellerophon had disappeared. Unfortunately not everyone was fooled by the smoke. While Jinhyeok was breathing, another godhead approached. It was Uriel who was in charge of the era of Eden. Really great. I never expected to beat Carly. I dont know what you did, but its really amazing. Human limits have already been far exceeded. But that ends here. Chunk! Divine power dwelled in the heavy mace and silver shield. This is a bit dangerous I dont know if there is a break period. Its not something to do against two high-ranking people in a row. However, it was impossible for Uriel to overlook such a situation. It was because he knew better than anyone that he was exhausted from dealing with Carly. In addition, I could see blue sparks condensing in the sky in the distance. Zeus Astraphe was about to fall at any moment. Right then. Once again, an oddity urred. [The gate opens.] A huge gate appeared along with the status window. Chapter 519 Episode 519. Grace given never betrays. (1) Ugh! A gate appeared with dazzling light. Even that number alone exceeded 5 lightly. The doorways of the gates of different colors shook. At the same time, a familiar mana flowed from inside the gate. [The powers of the middleyer Cheonma Deity and Murim fulfill their promise!] [ The power of the loweryer Karakal of the Frost de tribe responds to your call!] [The owner of the lower level Psychiatric Ward I remember this grace.] [The Elfs, the force of the loweryers, join us!] [The Grand Sword Master Ebraham from the Immortal Empire, the force of the middleyer, leads the Knights.] [The Barbarians, the force of the upperyers . Warriors join the war!] I had a rtionship so far. And those who helped showed up. My disciple! This master hase to the rescue! How much these fucking bastards have bothered you. Keep a little bit of amhwang body. The Moorim Maeng is also watching. Kaak Twy! The body is horny! At this rate, the one and only disciple was about to die. But what kind of guys ego is so heavy? It seems that Confucius Huhu is also nearby. The dark emperor, the heavenly horse, and the chuhonsayeong each said one word at a time. Next to him were Wolyeong and the shaman So Myung, as well as various masters of the Murim world, all ready for battle. Roaring! It seemed as if the blue sword energy carried on the de would burst out at any moment. thud! thud! thud! thud! Caracal of the Frostde n and the trolls following him bolstered the nks. Hundreds of elite warriors stretched out their spears and shields. Fortunately, it doesnt seem to be over yet. At the end of Caracals spear, a white beast appeared. A pure white aura reminiscent of the ws of a beast burned dazzlingly. There is a gap between the Olympian warriors to the left of the chieftain. A small amount of support for the Jackals in Egypt couldpletely change the game on the left. Hahaha! We fight alongside the trolls. Caracal and Pudk of the barbarian tribe looked at each other and nodded. We should take care of the long distance. Sheesh. If only it hadnt been for the elders order Teslon, who had been bullied several times by the elves Sylvia and Jinhyeok, also put an arrow on the string. Although he grumbled on the outside, he knew better than anyone else that he could preserve his territory thanks to Jinhyeok. Jinhyeok-sama. Andrea, who came from the mental ward. I can finally pay off my debt. Even Abraham, the Grand Sword Master of the Empire. Everyone emerged from the gate in a different direction, leading their own elite. In an instant, numerous forces were confronted on the battlefield. on different floors. Weve lived different lives. At this moment, everyone raised their swords in the same direction under the name of Jinhyeok. *** Is it because of the recoil of my barrier breaking Hermes swallowed the bitter water. The guilt of having made such a ridiculous mistake ran deep into his bones. Because I forcibly set up a barrier that could fool even the administrators. Of course, you should have thought about the reaction when it was destroyed. Jinhyeok, who was below, shrugged. Ever since I knew they were going to y pranks on me, I had several ns in mind. Again, this was the surest way. Well, all of this was possible because of the outstanding deity named Heimdall. But everyone came to help without hesitation. Jinhyuks eyes turned warm. While climbing the tower, many things that happened passed by like a kaleidoscope. I suffered a lot. There was a lot of hard work, but It seems that the grace given is aw that never betrays. Well, theres no one as kind andpassionate as I am. A man with a warm heart, the only one among those who only hit the back of the head. Big. It was a time when proud of oneself welled up. On the other hand, Uriels expression, which was confronting Jinhyeok, was distorted. At the point where victory was just around the corner, troublesome variables suddenly appeared one after another Of course, my head was pounding. But the most troublesome thing wasnt the guys who hade so far. Whoa! Thest gate that only appeared in the air. There, a very familiar magical power touched my heart. Gabriel Uriel grinded his mrs. Then the gate opened and an angel with pure white armor and whiter wings appeared. Archangel Gabriel. One of Edens strongest powers thrust a sword at the same angel. To think of a deal with Olympus like this Were all the words about a truce a lie? This too is the road to Eden. That must be your own idea. Do you intend to fight me? Youll regret it It cant be. Its as if this fight is already over If you regret it, youll do it. Gabriel lightly raised his hand. From that point on, a huge number of powerful angels began pouring out of the gate. It was an assault force that yed a major role in attacking the fortress of Guntaper the other day. As you know, my personal guard is called The Spear of Eden. It looks like they brought halfway troops to secretly plot a n behind the scenes. Im looking forward to seeing how many minutes they can stop it. Cheeky Uriel grabbed the mace. From that point on, the curtain of a great war in which numerous forces were intertwined rose. Aaaaaang! Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Various gods and deities. And the scene where the soldiers they brought collided was simply unrealistic. Quaaaaagh! Aaaagh! A thick scent of blood rose from the battlefield where screams and shouts mingled together. Giant divine beasts that can only be seen in mythology reveal their teeth. The unique abilities and magics that reminded me of a natural disaster collided. now! Go for it! Jinhyeok pped his hands and encouraged his colleagues. Yoosung. yeah youre doing great there Lets try a little harder. It seems that the sharpness of the knife has decreased slightly. Elisse, the distribution of magical power is a bit disappointing. can you do better? huh? Teresa-san is nice too Ha ha. no. what. That seems to be the limit. Anyway, lets try our best. Go for it! Since his magic and stamina had not yet recovered, cheering was the only support he could do. Everyone knows. I know what is it? How is this dirty feeling? Angry. Im angry. Aaaagh! It seems that irritation is welling up from within. The three of them fell into an unknown rage and ran wilder and wilder. But just then [The light of instant death is heading towards you!] Blue sparks flickered in front of Jinhyeok along with a red warning sound. The worst possibility that I had been wary of a while ago happened. The most threatening attack at this point. This is dangerous if done right. Jinhyeok poured all the mana he had gathered so far all at once. Whoops! Mana gathered and formed the shape of a goddess attached to the bow. [The divine shield Freed Wen, which guides the ship, is activated!] One of the strongest defensive skills that can resist divine blows. Against Astrafe, dazzling waves spread out in all directions. at the same time. Aaaaaang! A roar resounded as if the heavens and earth were vibrating. Lightning to pierce and shield to block. And what makes it possible is magic. Cuckoo coo! Parts! In the turbulent atmosphere, Jinhyeok bit his teeth. Even though it was said to have been distributed as efficiently as possible, Zeus unique ability, Astrafe, was different. If it had been the second year in the past, it was such a ridiculous attack that it would have been ashes in one blow. but. Its a story of the past anyway. It is iparable to now, which has been strengthened by the opportunities obtained through the follow-up of memories. Whoa! [Freed Wens special effect C Light that protects the voyage is activated!] [ The greater the number ofpanions with you, the higher the defense of the shield.] [Currently, the number ofpanions who trust you extremely: 1356] [Number of colleagues currently reluctantly trusting Sangshin; 7] [Currently, the number ofpanions aiming for your back: 5.] [Defense increased by 552% due to the final settlement!] The lighting out of the shield has changed one step along with the status window that appears one after another. The splendor that erupted opened a new path in the air. Astrafes spark instantly split into two. Hwiyu Jinhyeok let out a deep sigh. His whole body was in pain as if being torn to pieces, but his eyes were shining brighter than ever. *** . Zeus, who threw the lightning, saw a shock of disbelief in his eyes. A human who is neither a god nor a hero. It was because he hadnt even imagined that he would take over his unique ability from the front. Even among the remaining gods of Olympus, how many of them could take the previous attack unscathed? Hades or Poseidon as brothers? Ares, the god of war? it will be a bunch None of those scenes came to Zeuss mind. Even Athena, the most outstanding and powerful of her children, would have only been injured or narrowly avoided. In that sense, the human in front of me was astounding and thrilling. Ah to stop his fathers lightning. I knew it wasnt normal but I didnt expect it to be this much. You mean that person has powers equivalent to that of a god? That much? Nonsense! It must have been Zeus. If not, there is no way! A greatmotion arose within Olympus. Hoho, no matter how insignificant a human being is. Arent you throwing too little lightning? Aphrodite smiled coquettishly. From the point of view of the gods who were unfamiliar with the battle, that was the only possibility to exin the current scene. however. Athena kept her mouth shut with a stiff face. Zeus, too, did not open his mouth with a serious expression on his face. Only then did the rest of the main characters realize that the situation was more serious than expected. Hermes. Zeus finally broke the silence. yes? yes! How much damage can we reduce if we gather the remaining troops as much as possible? Thats it Hermes stuttered, taken aback by the unexpected question. Zeus! father! Are you saying were going to roll up our tails like this? Right! What nonsense is that to give up prey that is almost ready! Words filled withints poured out. Olympus is in a situation where momentum has risen with recent victories. However, the fact that the first defeat was not a confrontation with other gods, but a group of humans I couldnt ept it. if. Do you guys see that there is a victory in this fight? Zeus asked. Can you open a way out of this chaos with reason, not emotion? Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Kwaaang! Wipe it all away! Those who only fight like children are warriors. Ill make you feel how solemn the sword of the Demonic Cult is! Hahaha! Fighting is more fun than eating. I feel like my brain is getting smarter! Avoid all-out war and focus on nk support as much as possible in solidarity with the elves. Remember. The role of our believers is also to be covered. Knights forward! Follow me into the heart of the enemy! Those whoe from different levels. Most of them were from the middle ss or lower, but themanders who led them possessed a force that could not be ignored. Those who followed were also talented people who could be said to be the best on that floor. At Zeus question, everyone became mute after eating honey. Only one. no. Only Athena gazed at a point away from the battlefield. There is still one variable. An existence that has not participated in the battlefield so far. The strongest Greek demigod, who had a stronger influence than the main gods, remained. Chapter 520 Episode 520. Grace given never betrays. (2) If I push on like this, Ill have a good chance. Jinhyeok looked at the overall situation. Compared to the huge power of Olympus, the Allied Forces were much inferior, but the capabilities of themanders whomanded each force were slowly filling the gap. Above all, the Nordic deities under the protection of Yggdrasil yed the most important role. Since Odin is directing it, Ares will not be an opponent. Now the odds of winning are about 60% or higher. Unless Zeus made up his mind and threw a match, there would be no change. Thats what I thought Boo-woo! A terrifying st from the distance resounded. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwaa Another huge shadow gallops between Mjolnir and lightning across the air. Bill uh eat. Even if only Yggdrasil was fully grown It was an excuse. Get out of here. Hercules mmed Thor to the ground with his helmet. Wow! Dust was blown out in all directions, creating ck craters in the ground. A scene as if a meteor had collided with a direct hit. It was so deep that it was impossible to see the end. that buck Hercules walked through the smoke with a heavy club. The heat that radiated from the whole body due to the fierce battle smoked steam. Of course, even more bloody spection and murder squeezed the surroundings. rattle! Not to mention the Frostde n led by Caracal. Uh Ahhh Even the elves, naturally blessed by nature and having high resistance, shuddered like aspen trees. Among the crabs, there were also those who fainted on the spot one after another. Is this a great hero who is said to be one of the best in the upper sses? Hercules thats interesting. It wont be easy. Themanders of each faction warmed up their bodies. Tension, excitement or shudder And in some people, an irresistible sense of triumph arose. Everyone was proud of their own skills, so the encounter with the overwhelming power was bound to be thrilling. Quaang! The first to hit the spot was Pudk of the Barbarians. When Earthquake was activated, the ground split into many branches. The sudden earthquake shook Hercules bnce subtly. Meanwhile, Pudk, who had narrowed the distance in an instant, grabbed Hercules hand with both hands. I, too, have never lost in my tribe when ites to strength! A confrontation between pure strength and power. Evenpared to Hercules in terms of size, Pudk, who was not pushed at all, focused all his strength on his arms. The bulging thigh muscles held the center of gravity firmly. Crunchy! Hercules wrists snapped backwards. but. Its ridiculous. How can you talk about power like this? It was only for a moment. As Hercules began to use his strength in earnest, Pudks face turned red. Kufishing! The angle of the wrist slowly reversing. Suddenly, Pudks wrist waspletely bent. As if that wasnt enough, Pudks body fell off the ground. If I do a little more my arm might not be broken, but it might even be amputated. Sheesh! I will join you! Abraham and Andrea moved. [Ebraham activates Aura de!] [Andria activates Fox Fire y!] In contrast to the dazzlingly expressed Aura, the red fox fires were mixed in a mess. Awesome! Pupperpuppung! Crossed attacks from different directions pounded Hercules body. That to react. Its shallow! Abrahams sword took a piece of Hercules skin. Andrias me was only slightly scorching the outside. And the cost of missing the first attack was too great. Kwaaang! Hercules club blew Abraham away with his sword. Avoiding, rather than blocking, tells us to use it in this situation. Abrahams body was broken by a prayer. single blow. Aaaagh! In just one blow, the empires strongest knight was rendered incapacitated. Judging from the angle of the broken arm, it was not easy to even control the body right now. Is it the flirtatious foxs turn next? Hercules gaze turned to Andrea. Andrea quickly took up her stance. Of course, there is no chance of winning in a battle of strength, but our chess is a battle of speed. Anything is possible as long as you hit and run and umte damage. Wasnt the opponent even a typical warrior who waspletely incapable of strength? Enough for me Phat! Andrea, who flew at high speed, caught Hercules back. The fireballs were about to explode at the nape of Hercules neck. however. Did you think that speed could match me? Pupperpuppung! Balls of fire pierced Hercules body and scorched the ground. He obviously didnt even lift an eye Hercules disappeared before his eyes like smoke. creepy Goosebumps ran down Andreas spine. This is because the direction the voice came from was from the back, not the front. I dont know why I misunderstood, but speed battle is the field I am most confident in. Hercules grabbed Andreas entire head. Even if you apply even the slightest force, the whole head will disappear like a watermelon being smashed. But just then. [Heukcheon Mawanggong Dark Sky Kwonpa(ȭ) is activated!] Whoa! Kuh!? Hercules took a step aside. Lets y with the principal this time. Dark Emperors fist hit Hercules side urately. Unlike before, there was a subtle change in Hercules expression. It was the moment when the power of Heukcheon Mawanggong, which transmits the shock directly to the body, was unquestionably demonstrated. Dont rush the order. gaffer. You are no match for me. Chuck! Where is the end of that proud power? I will try to test it myself. The Dark Emperor snapped his fingers. At the same time, Hercules body rushed into a gale. A moment long enough to take a breath. A huge fist passed by the side of the Dark Emperors head. Paaang! A hole that seemed to shatter the entire air pierced the eardrum. The Dark Emperor, who avoided the blow by a piece of paper, aimed his fist at his chin. Quaang! This time Hercules returned the fist. At about the same time, the club on the other side cut across the dark emperors abdomen to split it. Its ridiculous! Dark Emperor raised the Dark Heaven Demon Ball and twisted the clubs trajectory. but. !!! Exact timing too. A technique that has been repeated countless times. Even the internal energy that backs it up. It was the status of a half-god called Hercules to crush with overwhelming power. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Dark Emperors body was crushed by the club. [Heraklis activates his unique ability 12 Tasks!] [Hydras Poison is injected into his fist!] This is just the power of those who have umted nothing in their lifetime. You gave yourself an overly arrogant nickname. The fist stained with green light aimed at Dark Emperors heart. One-hit kill. If you get hit, your body will melt all at once. of course. If thats right. [The Heavenly Demon Sacred Gong Thousand Horsesword is activated!] Awesome! The sword light shed and a long line of blood gushed out. Hercules grabbed his neck with one hand. G John. Amber. Rest. I will take this one. A ck river swayed from the Heavenly Demons sword. Apletely different vibe from before. The Heavenly Demon Singong, which exceeded 10 stars, was so ugly that it was ominous. Come. Let me tell you that Moorims radish is never light. Hoo. Im sure youre quite useful. Hercules examined the depth of the wound and grinned. The fact that he met a proper opponent must have been fun, so he began to gather spection in earnest. Not even an inch away from this. The Heavenly Demon liberated the essence of the Heavenly Demon Spirit. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! Magic of different colors collided. *** Its not easy after all. Jinhyeok, who was watching the battle between Hercules and the Heavenly Demon, clenched his fists. Andrea, Ebraham, and Master, who were strong reinforcements, left the front line, and even the Heavenly Demon, the only one who could gain an advantage in the battle with the main god, was stranded. In a fierce melee, there would be no wall asrge as that. Looks like we have no choice but to catch the king. Alice approached Jinhyeok. Seeing that he single-handedly wiped out hundreds of Greek warriors, the true ancestor is the true ancestor. Can I reach it? Theresa also fixed her dusty shield. Teresa was also in a state of disrepair from the non-stop battle. Needless to say, it was Cheonyuseong, which had no self-healing ability. Its time everyone has earned. Regardless of whether it is possible or impossible, we must seed unconditionally. Chun Yuseong extended his longsword to the side. Everyone is fine. Colleagues who have been through the limbs together. I thought that if the members gathered like this, it would be possible somehow. chuck! Jinhyeok held Hongryun as a reverse hand. If you can give Zeus a shot like he said, you will be able to end this fightpletely. It was because no matter how aggressive Zeus was, it was as if the time limit had passed at the time the barrier was breached. If I cant finish it in a short period of time, itll be like proving myself weak. The other forces watching the battle would rather be an opportunity to attack Olympus. lets go. Jinhyeok stood at the forefront. Immediately, a handful of elites from the Goinmul Corporation started moving towards the floating stone where Olympus was located. Whoops! Ill go! master! Undine gathered all the spray. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Water droplets exploded and a long stream of water gushed up to the floating stone. Riding on the water, Jinhyeok and the rest of the members reached a position where they could look down on the main gods of Olympus at once. you! Hermes widened his eyes. How dare you know where this ce is and step in recklessly! Did you go crazy because you wanted to die! The rest of the gods of Olympus also stamped their feet to express their anger. Humans are standing on top of the pirs that symbolize the Pantheon, so of course anger is inevitable. More than anything, the fact that only four of them were against them was unbearably humiliating. Dont get too hot. I will make a hot te that will not disappoint you. Jinhyeok looked straight at the deities. [I activate my unique ability Triple Magic!] In my left hand, I have magic covering the 5 elements. and. [Inherent ability Swords Tomb is activated!] In his right hand, he raised a strong energy that will manifest thest herbivore of the sword demon. Starting from that, everyone released their own unique abilities. [Trait Song of the Sword is activated!] [Trait Blessing of the Stars is activated!] [Trait Blood Lord is activated!] Chapter 521 Episode 521. Goinmul Corporation VS Olympus (1) Kukukukuku! Unleash your best skills and abilities. So far, the unique abilities that have been trained by crossing numerous lines of fire have shone. Insolent You think only four of us can take on all of us? Poseidon struck down the trident Quaang! Streams of water spread in all directions and formed a huge sphere. strong aura. It would not be an exaggeration to say that each and every drop of it possessed magical power. Not all. Arent there a lot of main deities like Hades and Ares missing? Northern European deities, such as Odin and Loki Baldur, as well as Beriel and Anubis are shaking the frontlines. It was too tight to concentrate Olympus power on this floating stone. My guess is that the odds are half and half. Thats an arrogant calction. Im so dumbfounded that I dont even feel worth replying to. Its done. If thats the case, Ill carve fear with the overwhelming difference in power. Poseidon extended his trident forward. Pants! The water droplets merged into one, filling the surroundings with thick steam. the view is obscured. At the same time, a very thin, thin stream of water pierced the steam. Kuk! Chun Yuseong reflexively swung his sword. Kaaaang! A roar as if it had been hit directly by sharp metal. But even more surprising was the unbelievable weight of a stream of water. Pupper puffer puck! Dozens of streams of water flew from beyond the steam without a chance to even catch a breath. [Cheon Yoo-seong activates the 6th form of the sword dance for a soul after death, The Soul Dance for a Soul in Death (׷Oy)!] From Ryuhwas de, green strong air split. And the river exploded in all directions in line with the flying stream. Yoosung! [Teresa activates Call of the Stars!] The sky turned ck at the saintess gesture. A myriad of constetions rose and a meteor shower began to fall along the sky. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! Irregrly falling meteor showers hit Poseidons water walls. Oh such a catch technique! Poseidon gathered mana. The trident turned golden and a huge vortex appeared in the air. [Poseidon activates his unique holy spear Forgotten Antis!] The ability to recreate a forgotten myth in the world. At the same time as the ancient city unfolded, Charybdis, who lived on the sea, appeared . His entire body was covered in blood as if he had suffered quite a bit of damage in the battle with Jormungand. However, most of them are stab wounds, not fatal ones. Rather, it looked at the new prey with numerous teeth exposed, as if the miasma had risen. The reason you guys have been able to act arrogantly so far is because you havent met a proper opponent. There is no need for Zeus or other gods to step forward. This Poseidon will throw you all to the bottom of the abyss! As soon as Poseidon finished speaking, countless parasites came out of Charybdiss mouth. 8 red eyes. Sharp ws like a scythe. The jagged thorns that sprouted all over the body were menacing even at a nce. [Deep Sea Parasites recognize intruders!] A kind of symbiotic rtionship that lives in Charybdis intestines and kills those who oppose her in exchange for nourishment. However, there are also rankers who specialize in grand warfare. Insects. If you want to wriggle in front of Jim, ask Jims permission first. [Ellis activates her unique holynce, Revtion of Gaebyeok!] Against the raging blue vortex. A red whirlpool made of blood raged from Elises side. As much as Poseidon, no more fierce and ferocious than Poseidons casting, the air was dyed red. And what followed was a feast of countless harpoons reminiscent of Romanias nightmare. Pupper puck! Kwaaang! The skewers fell over the heads of the parasites. As one of the gods representing Olympus, the Parasites of Charybdis also possessed the level of magical power of a fairly high level monster . Keeeh! Kuaaa! Kreuk! Krukreuk! Severed limbs rolled in all directions. In an instant, more than half of the parasites that were running in the lead turned into rags. however. [The protection of Forgotten Antis is activated!] [The regenerative power of all parasites increases by 200% due to the continuous effect!] [The corpses of the dead parasites merge into one and hatch into higher versions!] Status windows that appear one after another. As long as Poseidon and Charybdis are alive and well, this infinite ring will not be broken. furthermore. The deadliest ability of Poseidons unique holy spear Forgotten Antis is not just regeneration and upgrade. The red status window shed again. [The triggering conditions for The Mouth That Swallows the World have been met.] Description: Charybdis mouth slowly closes. If it ispletely closed, all prey in the mouth will be destroyed, and the speed at which the mouth closes will increase as the magic power generated from battle increases. [To slow down, Poseidons unique holy spear must be weakened.] [Time remaining until The Mouth that Devours the World activates 0h:9m:59s] Time limit 10 minutes. If you cant win within that time, you will disappear into Charybdis stomach. Whats more annoying is that the remaining time quickly decreases if you run wild inside to stop it. Conditions that are extremely difficult to destroy. Sheesh! Elise stopped throwing the skewer. It was because he couldnt afford to waste his mana dealing with mass-produced parasites. Right then. Two golden lights flickered in the distance. Boooooong! Shoo! A golden arrow dyed in pure white. They were Apollo and Artemis. The arrows flew at great speed and shattered the barrier created by Theresa. Wow! Ah! The aftermath of the recoil threw Theresas body. Still, thanks to the halving of the power, I was able to capture the movement of the arrow. Chun Yoo-seongs sword disappeared like lightning. Kaaang! Two arrows that had lost their target spun in the air. The next stop is not easy. When Teresas barrier was broken, it was almost impossible to avoid Apollo and Artemis sniping with her bare body. Above all, simply defending reduced the time limit by a few seconds. Damn it. sorry. We need a little more time to build the barrier again. A shadow fell on Chun Yoo-sung and Teresas expression. Ellis also made a face full of annoyance. I wanted to throw it all down, but it was because the environment that couldnt do that was frustrating. Hahaha! What are you going to do now you bastards! Poseidon burst into madness. As it was said, the pincer attack by several main sses united was a level that a single individual group could not handle. Jinhyeok nced at a part of the sky where the unique holynce was unfolding. There must be no reason not to use Forgotten Antis in the yard that I brought to Caribdis. It was predictable that Poseidon would use his preferred victory pattern. Of course, making a prediction and attacking it are two entirely different things. This part it was an area that those who could trust and entrust should do it. *** Kwaaaang! Cuckoo coo! Gagging Disperse the troops. We must not gather together and then annihte them! In the battlefield where crazy meleees and goes. The battle with repeated one-step-back was in a tight bnce. Because a single move couldpletely change the war situation, everyones nerves were bound to be extremely sharp. Naturally, everything except the enemies in front of me disappeared from sight. but only one. There was someone in Northern Europe who sensed subtle changes on the battlefield. It was Odin, the head of the giant force Ragnarok. Is there something wrong with themand of Olympus Odin observed the movement of thergest floating stone. From the outside, there seemed to be nothing wrong, but Artemis arrows, which had been running at regr intervals since before, stopped. Olympus support fire, which intervened on the battlefield only to the extent that it was invisible, disappeared like smoke. Baldur. yes. Odin. At Odins call, Baldur, who was riding Pegasus, immediately descended. What happened to Apollo? Right after the outbreak of the war, we continued to meet and fight. For some reason I havent been able to see it for a while. Instead, he continues to deal with the guards who followed him. Following Artemis, Apollo also disappeared. Odin pulled out a strange spear with runes written on it from subspace. Gungnir. It is a holy relic that only Asgards Odin can wield. It has the characteristic of forcing the result of getting it right no matter what the process of Gungnir once it leaves the hand. If you y any pranks, use this window to get clues. Odin threw Gungnir into the air. Gungnir, who stretched out without hesitation, fell toward Olympus floating stone while drawing a parab. And right at that moment. Ssuk! The new type of Gungnir has disappeared. As if you have passed into another dimension. Dimensional severing Its ovepped with absolute judgment abilities. There are very few people among the main gods who can demonstrate this level of ability. Only Zeus, Hades and Poseidon. Now I know how things are going. I can understand why most of the main gods focus on the other side while staying out of the battle. I was dealing with the Goinmul Corporation and Kang Jin-hyeok. I dont know, but the Olympus side must be making a decision and raising the board. If they can make a gap in the midst of this then it might be of great help to Jinhyeok. The worry didntst long. Odin, at the rear of the line, picked up his helmet. And it started moving towards the front. Are you Odin? Ahead is dangerous! You have to move after the situation has calmed down a bit more Themanders next to him dissuaded Odin. Normal warriors, even if they went wrong, did not interfere with the war. It was because if Odin was injured or killed, the aftermath could not be handled. I have to step in. A job that only those who lead the group and no one else can do it. Not to expand the territory step by step, but to dig into the heart of the enemy at once. And through it, in order to destroy the sacred spear of the main god that surrounds the floating stone. Odin himself took the lead. Oooh! Odin is with us! Hey Asgard! Live forever! Bigger than Thor. A huge roar resounded. The appearance of Odin is truly a double-edged sword. The risk was also extremely high, but instead the morale of all soldiers on the battlefield had to rise to the maximum. I will put an end to this disgusting bad rtionship. Warriors who will be with me, show your determination! [Odin activates his unique holynce Valhas Dance!] Odin cut his right arm with the spear. Norse warriors knew better than anyone what this act and ability was. Awesome! Push! As if following Odin, the warriors cut their own chests with axes and swords. Apply the flowing blood to five fingers and ce it on your face. Five red lines across the face. [I drew the Mark of the Vikings!] [Defense reduced to 10% for 30 minutes!] [Attack power increased by 200%, movement speed and agility increased by 150% for 30 minutes!] A warrior who is not afraid to die Follow me! Oohhh! Charge! I wont kill them all! The rush of warriors who were not afraid of death began. Chapter 522 Episode 522. Goinmul Corporation VS Olympus (2) Quaaaaang! A physical charge that does not fear death. There was greatmotion on the frontlines as the Norse warriors dug deep into the ranks of Olympus. It had to be. Because the basics of war were to preupy advantageous hills little by little and find gaps in the enemy. However, what they were doing in Northern Europe right now was throwing everything away for the sole purpose of digging into the inside, not just reading numbers like that. These crazy bastards They are so crazy. What are you thinking! I dont know why. He just charged forward madly, soaked in madness. The problem is Kill! Hahaha! I guess I can go to Valha this time! I will have the honor of going first! The crazy charge is surprisingly difficult to block. When the fever dies, a hundred. And when Baek dies, Li Baek runs. The one-point breakthrough, which had neither tactics nor strategy, had reached the vicinity of the floating stone. Dont stop! I cant let you go that way! The warriors of Olympus erected a band of blood around their necks. However, they could not stop Odin from already digging inside. [Odin Lv??? I activate Dawn of the Aurora!] A one-sided ughter began as the golden lights fell. Kwaaang! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Those caught in the sh burned as they were. The firepower is so overwhelming that you cant even hear a single scream. Almost there. Push a little harder! Odin encouraged the warriors by brandishing a huge two-handed sword. Now, if you go a few tens of meters further you can reach the point where you feel a sense of incongruity in the space. Of course, this was the point where Olympus was preparing with the most attention. In other words, it means that only the top elites were selected and ced among the forces that came this time. Kuaa! Koooooo! Lightly over 50m tall. The Titans greeted Odin at the bottom of the floating stone. Kwaaang! The ground that pierces with one blow. A crater that looked like a meteorite fell was created with a single fist. Quaaaaagh! Aww! This time, screams broke out among the Viking warriors. It boasted tremendous size and strength, befitting the reputation of the giants who caused Gigantomachia. Are you a giant god Odins footsteps stopped. It was because it was out of the n to deal with the Titans who endured the Auroras Dawn authentically. As long as the emphasis on speedy battles is emphasized, there should be no hesitation in the advance. Ill call you something corresponding to that size too. Kyaoooo! At Odinsmand, something huge leaped. Took! Lightness that does not match the size. The wolf, flying with a ck rake, bit the neck of the Titan in front. Quadduk! Gagging! A huge amount of blood sttered through the air. As his kin fell, the rest of the Titans immediately responded to Fenrir. But just before aiming the sword at Fenrir. Whoops! Again, a terrifying roaring sound rang out. The sword, dripping withva and volcanic bombs, hit the side as it was. Wow! The body of another Titan was cut in half as it was. Surt. A fire giant called Eldj?tunn, he is the gatekeeper of the gates of Muspelheim. A sword made of mes has the power to annihte life just bying close to it, so Surts very existence was evaluated as a disaster. Now that we have received the power of Yggdrasil again, this is our chance to relive that nightmare. The sword moved again. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! This time, even cutting the Titan in half wasnt enough, and it even affected the distorted cracks behind it. Volcanic bombs flew in all directions, turning the area into a sea of fire. like that. Clumsy! Poseidons barrier a very slight crack began to appear. *** An external shock. What? Poseidon raised his head in disbelief. Suddenly, at the timing of consolidating victory, an unexpected change urred from the outside. [A crack urs in Forgotten Antis!] [The absolute power of The Mouth that Swallows the World is damaged!] The worst situation followed. As the unique sacred spear was destroyed, the winning pattern was broken. And there was no way Jinhyuk would miss that gap . Yoosung! Know! The swords of Jinhyeok and Chun Yuseong burned at the same time. The gap created by the outside was only a few seconds. Prepare for a blow that will sh everything in it. Kuk! Remnants of tricks! Apollo and Artemis put golden arrows on the strings. It was meant to buy time for Poseidon to recover. However, Jinhyeoks liberation of sub-space was one step faster. [The sub-space is opened!] Mooogiii! Miyooo! A sweet potato with bright yellow eyes and ck scales appeared through the gap. Magic of different colors formed along the mouths of the two ancient species. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Whoa! [Sweet Potato summons his unique holynce Sword of Condemn!] [Fried triggers his unique ability Storm of Fever!] A hot wind that would dry everything was oveid on the reddish sword. Thepressed mana instantly broke through the critical point. Breath and breath. They have different forms, but the source is the same. Fire and two dungeons based on unknown attributes have fully blossomed. In line with the two arrows flying like that Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa! Sweet potato and fried breath crossed the air. A ray of light flickered, and the red sword burned the arrows of Apollo and Artemis in the blink of an eye. But just then Its quite a powerful breath. Blue sparks surged behind the two disappeared arrows. But its a pity. Because my ability ispletely ipatible with Breath. Zeus unique ability is Astraphe. Pants! Blue lightning swallowed the sword of condemnation. Blue lightning bolts ran amok around the sword, gnawing at the fireballs that supported it. As if it stopped right there. The sword of condemnation lost speed and fell to the ground. Originally, I didnt intend to go all the way, but that didnt seem feasible either. To be honest, it was too much for entertainment. There is a line even in the banquet of insignificant mortals. There was interest and moderate tension until just a moment ago, but not anymore. Far beyond the annoyance, I felt a rage that I had never felt before. Zeus! I still! No, that is enough for the role of a brother. Now let me put an end to it myself. Zeus stepped in front of Poseidon and took out another astraphe. The point at which there is a gap between attacks and attacks. And at the same time, it was the point at which a giant named Zeus took the lead. Now. Jinhyeok stood next to Cheon Yooseong. Chun Yoo-seong also aimed his sword at Jin-hyeoks side. The traces of the two swords converged into one a sword strike that was one from the beginning waspleted. [Two Swords Unite is activated!] And there Whoa Teresas divine power rose with a soft light. [Ability oveps!] [Understanding of the unique ability All Worlds is judged to be the maximum!] The rtionship that led to the first tower appearing. They have fought numerous battles together and broken through the gates of atrocities. when and where to act. It is said that there is no choice but to understand each other better than anyone else. Whoa! Magic powers gathered into one. When the sword attack realized with one sword reacted with the divine power, it transformed into a new form that did not exist before. Zeuss eyebrows curled in reverse. It was an instinctive feeling that an unusual ability was about to be manifested. I will kill you! Poseidon also screamed and swung his trident. There was a rough spray, and soon a wave that seemed to swallow everything was created. Nine horses made of water were visible along the wave of the waves. [Poseidon Lv??? I activate Aqua Pegasus!] The waves became a tidal wave and rushed towards the members of the Relic Corporation. at the same time. Finally, Elises magical power permeated the sword. Show me. Who did Jim sign the contract with? When the blood made of red bloodbined with the sword attack, an indescribably ominous aura was released. four with this. A sword that can be said to be the strength of the Goinmul Corporation has beenpleted. [The special skill Sword that cuts through the ages is activated!] Quaang! fault! Jinhyeok and Chun Yuseong sprinted forward at the same time. After that, Teresa followed as if protecting. Elise flew through the sky and saved her energy so that it wouldnt dissipate. The red waves and white and ck swords that were created thus stretched forward. Parts! Zeuss Astrape and Poseidons tidal wave also gained momentum and measured the final blow. And finally After the race that seemed like an eternity, the two lights collided at one point. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! A sh of myths and myths. A huge crack opened in the barrier created by the unique Holy Spear. Because they couldnt handle the absurd shock, the world itself that embodies the images had no choice but to copse. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Pieces and falling debris. It feels like my whole body is about to be torn to pieces. Not figuratively, literally the entire skin was stained with blood. Keuuuugh What the hells skill is so strong. I cant stand it I cant. Everyone is doing their best, but the situation has already far exceeded the limit. Even the power to squeeze. There was no strength left to endure. Excluding Elise, there was a huge difference in the absolute amount of mana possessed. The spection of the sword that cuts through the ages was also shaken dangerously. Even so Jinhyeok rather took a step into the mes. that buck Its not over yet. There are still cards left to use. [Job characteristics are manifested!] [The zodiacal sign Libra responds to your call!]] One of the 12 constetions emits a dazzling brilliance. Simr to the Gap stat, a power that closes the gap between powers. Libra weighed the two abilities. and that moment. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Astrafes lightning was instantly sucked into Jinhyeoks direction. [Lightning attribute enhancement added!] Rather, a situation where part of the ability was taken away. Zeus opened his eyes as if they would explode. [I took out the Crown of Pandemonium!] A crown symbolizing the tower appeared along Jinhyeoks head. Cuckoo coo! The color of the sword became noticeably brighter. Now it burned with a much brighter and more intense light than the Astrafe. Jinhyeok and Chun Yuseong squeezed thest remaining strength. Aaaaaaa! Go! From above below. The sword cut through the atmosphere. Awesome! An unimaginable frenzy followed. Chapter 523 Episode 523. The end of the war (1) Cheeik! in the rising smoke. Zeus clutched at the wound on his shoulder. I narrowly avoided a direct hit, but only missed a fatal wound. thump! thump! thump! In the war with Northern Europe, as well as in numerous battles before that, he had never received such a wound. only once. Except when challenging the primeval beings. To be able to manifest this level of blow Never take it lightly and consider it an existence that can be killed at any time. Assuming that you are dealing with a huge force, you have toe up with a meticulous and systematic strategy to have a chance of winning. Not only the Ancient People Corporation, but also giant powers such as the Demon World, Eden, and Northern Europe that were friendly to them. however. The reality that I thought was blocked with minimal damagepletely copsed. Aaaaaagh! Fo Poseidon! Brother, hey! Go brother! Urgent screams heard from among the main gods around. A big change urred in the perfect Olympus. Poseidon and Apollo, who were behind Zeus, could not escape the attack. No, it wasnt just the level of avoidance, the result was devastating. Keuuuuu Cool! Gagging gagging! From the mouths of Poseidon and Apollo, vain winds flowed. Poseidon lost half of his body, and Apollo also lost an arm and a leg. The problem is that the wounds do not heal and continue to be burned by cowardice. [The main gods vitality is rapidly weakening.] A me that fades quickly. Two of the great pirs supporting Olympus are about to copse. The slowly breaking body began to scatter as fragments. At the same time, two meteors fell across the night sky, biting their tails. [The deity Owner of the Ocean is extinguished.] [The deity the one who makes the sun rise is extinguished.] [An event that has a huge impact on the tower has urred.] [The target is Old People Corporation. And the biggest contributor is yer Kang Jin-hyeok.] [Amazing achievements will be listed in the Hall of Fame tomorrow!] [Level has risen!] [ Level has risen!] [Level has risen!] [ The level _ _ . no! No dear! Aaaaaaa! The rest of the gods screamed in disbelief. In particr, Artemis, who lost her most beloved brother, fell into madness and tried to attack at any moment. but. Stop. Zeus stopped everything. But Father! I know how you feel. However, doing more than this is unreasonable. You dont want to lose your other siblings either, do you? A crack caused by the sword that cuts through the ages. Zeus instinctively felt it. That forces from otheryers are flocking here. Right then. father! Hermes urgent voice rang out. It seems that the attempt to somehow block Heimdall has turned into a failure. [The gate is open!] As all restrictions were lifted, beings from another dimension began to appear. Sorry forte. Anubis. Olympos! Were these filthy bastards doing these tricks behind the scenes! Horus and Osiris took out the holy relic containing the power of the sun. As the Miracle on the Nile was reproduced, numerous gods following Egypt began to flood. On the other side, I could see the followers of the Demon World, the Behemoth leading them, and the subus, Remia. Ahahaha! Theres really nothing boring about being involved with that person! My whole body is itching already. ha. You, an ancient species, must be. For a weak being like me, just being here takes my breath away. I looked at the battlefield where Behemoth and Remia were in a turmoil. Power started to increase in an instant. atst. Go back. Zeus made a decision. Seeing this situation spread as soon as a crack urred, it was impossible to guarantee what variables would arise afterwards. One of the most painful things was that the strongest attack card, Hercules, was blocked by the Heavenly Demon. Even if you dont have the crown of Phaedo, thats about it This is aplete calction mistake. I will kill you. I will definitely kill you someday. Artemis shed bloody tears and red at Jinhyeok. However, as long as Zeus made the decision, the rest had to follow. But just then Wait a minute before you go. Jinhyeok summoned Zeus. Zeus stopped abruptly. A feeling of difort ran through his entire body. Human Be thankful when he resigns meekly and enjoy the victory. Dont cross the line any further. I feel like I want to chew on you guys even after throwing everything away. Hey. dont be so picky Theres nothing to lose by just listening to the story, right? Jinhyeok shrugged and continued. If you go back like this, you will be the enemy of many forces. Kids like Uriel and Carly couldnt feel better since theyve gone in vain. Wouldnt it be too much of a loss if I backed off like this? In the worst case, several forces could form a coalition and attack Olympus. Zeus was taking a risk that went beyond simply losing this battle. Zeus swallowed his anger into himself. It was because there was nothing wrong with Jinhyeoks words. You mean there is a way? Of course not. If you make a deal with me, Ill mediate a truce to minimize the damage. As you know, there are a lot of people who are close to each other. Certainly you must have such an influence. father! You mean youre going to ept that guys offer? Poseidon and Apollo are dead! That guy is our enemy! The rest of the gods were enraged and poured out their objections. just one person. No, if you look at it calmly, your father is right. Only Athena agreed with Zeus. It was time to ept the damage that had already happened and n for the future, as I lost something bigger because I was biased towards my emotions. It is good to be wise. So, do you think we agreed? Tell me the terms. Youre not trying to do mediation for free, are you? ah! condition. The conditions dont matter. First of all, Ill lightly borrow a few books from the Olympus warehouse. And get some mementos from the deceased. You dont need a dead person anyway, right? What? Are you referring to Poseidons trident and Apollos sun chariot? Besides, if it was a book kept in Olympus it would mean a skill book that recorded the basis of each gods unique abilities and skills. In a word, it means to consume the powers of the Gods day by day. Have you seen such a crazy guy At this point, Im speechless and I have nothing to say. Even if you want to be angry, how much should you have to be angry? However, this offer is not just a proposal. Its a threat masquerading as an offer. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth twisted subtly. Its okay to refuse but if you refuse, Ill go straight to Eden. Then go to Cheonsei. Of course, you will never know what to talk about when you go. Does this goddamn think that such an obvious thin trick would work? sincerely? Ugh. Its my expectation, but its sure to work, right? Kwaaang! Zeus stamped his foot. Again, Astrafes sparks scattered in all directions. But no more. If Jin-hyeok goes to Eden or Cheon-se and ys tricks, it will be extremely troublesome. Above all, that person had a personality that was enough to cause chaos. Zeus broke his teeth and bit off. Then he turned wildly toward the gate. Ill let you know what Im going to do. see you soon then ah! Gapellius tells me not to go. Its not over yet. Jinhyeok took that action as a positive meaning. With that, all fights ended. Since Olympus had admitted defeat, there was no reason to continue fighting. Ill keep this in mind. Gabriel. Whoops. Come on, run away. Joy and sorrow crossed the faces of Gabriel and Uriel. Whoa It was close. Im sorry I couldnt help you properly. Caracal, Andrea, and Ebraham also let out a sigh of relief and regret. Although it took quite a lot of damage, it was just fortunate that it was of help to Jinhyeok. Ohhh! Victory! Glory to Odin! Valhas protection to the true warrior Kang Jin-hyeok! Norse warriors also sounded their horns and celebrated their victory. At the end of a long and long war, the long-awaited victory was finally won. Odin also looked at his warriors and Jinhyeok alternately with warm eyes. chuck! He did not forget to show his gratitude by holding the spear to his chest. Finally the fight between the Heavenly Demon and Hercules has stopped. I wont stop you if you continue, but that doesnt seem to mean anything. I guess so. Because we all ran away. Still, I enjoyed it to the fullest, so its not that bad. Hercules slung the club over his shoulder. Thanks to meeting the strongest opponent in the most fierce battlefield, he was able to run rampant without a cause. Because there were only a handful of opponents who could absorb this amount of power. I look forward to fighting in a ce where there are no obstructions next time. You are the absolute ruler of Moorim. I am looking forward to that as well. *** Ugh Godirak, a mid-level manager who waspletely on the side of Olympus, trembled. It is because the rope he believed in became apletely rotten rope. Now is the time to run away without looking back. however. Hehe, where are you going to run away like a rat? Rick squeezed Gordiraks shoulder. Kick! let this go let this go Let go! Godirak struggled, but it was already after Rick perfectly restrained him. that buck Jinhyeok approached Godirak. Hee!? Hick! Godk twisted his body. As much as the sins I hadmitted, I couldnt help but be more afraid of this situation now. Dont worry too much either. There is still a way to survive. How can I live? okay. the bet we made. Do you remember? A condition in which the first to enter through a chariot race wins. The bet isnt over yet. You mean if you win there? okay. If you win, I will buy it in my name and return it intact. would! If thats the case, Ill do it! Godirak nodded, his neck dropping. It was because he was convinced that he could win unconditionally in the chariot race without knowing anything else. good. Then lets decide where to start. Thats Godirak began hesitantly. huh? Can we start where the game left off earlier? The race was stopped halfway because of the war, so I wondered if that side wasnt fair. Kick kick The words Gapellius led were a long way ahead. If I could start from that state, I could be 100% sure of winning. A fool to think he would ept such ridiculous conditions Yeah. lets do that. Contrary to Ricks expectations, Jinhyeok readily agreed to Godiraks proposal. yer Kang Jin-hyuk? Kick-kick-kick! did you promise? Are you sure you promised? Godirak jumped up and down on the spot. It was impossible to change the words since they had already been spoken out. However, about 15 minutester, the sight unfolded in front of my eyes Godiraks face contorted in astonishment. Chapter 524 Episode 524. The end of the war (2) Kukukukuku! [The holy relic Apollos Sun Chariot starts operating!] The heat as if it swallowed the sun intact. A dazzling light dyed the surroundings pure white. Uh how that? Godirak, who did not know what had happened within the barriers of Forgotten Antis a moment ago, was naturally perplexed by this sight. All Godirak knew was that the gods, including Zeus, had suddenly chosen to flee. But nothing else. Apollos sr chariot, which is considered the best tank in Olympus, has fallen into the hands of Jinhyeok. Even while he was stuttering, he was pinching his cheek with his hand. Newly picked. The original owner wrote it cleanly and well. The gas mileage is also great. Jinhyuk shrugged. It is the source of a different level from the sun chariot imitated by Gapellius unique ability. As long as this exists, it doesnt matter how far apart I am. Youll be able to close the distance in the blink of an eye. Besides [The unique ability Mentra Taming has been activated.] Ugh! In Jinhyeoks eyes, he could see Gapelliuss Pegasus colored in soft light. Before entering the main game, I yed a little trick on Gapelliuss horse. Since he skillfully shook the inside of Pegasus, running will not be as smooth as before. Of course, all of this was aimed at the gap created by the great burden of defeat in war. Certainly having various abilities is very helpful. Jinhyeok leisurely grabbed the reins of the sun carriage. As before, the carriage was led by sweet potatoes, fried foods, and a hooded crane. Dont be burdened, just run until you are about to die. know? Are you saying that if one person goes wrong, everyone will be jointly responsible? Mo Mosquito! Miyo! Dont worry. human. As long as this noble body is at the forefront, it will surely win. So please put down that fist. Hehehe. I am always the masters faithful servant. Seeing that everyone burns their will, there will be no mistake. [Prepare for the race. 10.] A status window indicating the count appeared. Why why are you not listening? Stay calm. Just a little bit Kut! I mean stay calm! Gapellius tried to calm the rampaging Pegasus. Hi-ying! Hey! However, the excited Pegasus could not be controlled at all. What are you doing! Gapellius You fool! Dont y around, do it right! Godirak wrote an evil expression with a crying expression. And of course There is no way to race with the sun chariot in such a state that there is no preparation at all. [The match resumes.] Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! A red sun crossed the atmosphere. *** The race, which is embarrassing to even call it a race, is over. [Seeded in copying the unique voice Down Fall.] The goal of copying the ability has also beenpleted. Due to Ricks request, Godirak and Gaphelius disposal was decided to pass. It was like a debt was erased, so this will be paid back expensivelyter. good. Next Jinhyeoks eyes turned to the air. It was full of status windows about the significantly increased level, copied abilities, and newly acquired items. After all, this time to check the reward for hard work is the most thrillingw. In particr, thanks to the sacred relics and items obtained from the gods of Olympus, my heart was pounding happily. Name: Kang Jin- hyeok Gender: Male Level: 224 Strength 109 Agility 121 Stamina 130 Magical Power 459 Interval 100 Luck 10 Adaptive 78 Spirit 169.50 Possessed Stat Points: 90 Possessed Coins: 13563256 upation: Ruler of Runes Unique Lance: Ring of Reverse Heaven Phase 2 8 Swamps White Night Final Genesis. Downfall unique abilities: Fusion, Grave of Swords, Blessing of the Stars, Judgment of Anubis, Blood Magic, Mand, 1 Second Invincibility Thousand Poison, White Beast, All Worlds, Sanctuary of the Sun, Dark Sky Devil, Triple Magic, Colossus Strike, Fire Dragons Breath High Speed Sword Right Hand of Tombgrave Berserker Realm of Wind Shadow ughter Primal me Blood st ck Tears Tombgrave Bridge, Supernatural Power, The Legions Nuclear, Ancient Barrier, Heavenly Devils Demonic Art, Mentra Taming, Nihilism, Destruction of All Poison, Red Earth Horseback Riding (R), Machine Lord, Keokjin Taekwondo, The Oath of the Dreamer, The Will of the Ocean Current, The Apostates Golden Apple, Eating Growth, The Hand of the Submissive, Earthquake. Acid antennae. Poison Road. Cascadiav. Skill: The content of the skill is too much, so it is converted to a folded state. The right level is a whopping 30. Poseidon and Apollo, who removed the two main sses, and besides that, it was thanks to being recognized for various achievements that led to victory in the Great War. If you simply look at the level, you are no longer just a yer, but a levelparable to the giants that exist in the upper floors of the tower. Because I can supply all the mana of members of this size and demonstrate all my strength Im sure Ive grown a lot. If you additionally raise the stats rted to the level 30 obtained this time, you will be able to maximize the utilization of the battle even more. Jinhyeok put all his stats into magic. [Magic power increases from 459 549.] Roaring! When the magic power exceeded the critical point, white sparks were mixed with the blue light. It means that you have reached the level of a 9th circle archmage with only your magical power. I dont know, but the calction speed would have been three times faster. If you use Triple Magic, you can increase the speed by 3 times. Its really crazy, crazy. This is why I realized that one boss is better than 1000 little guys. That alone was sweeter than anything I had hunted so far. Even the experience and the rewards left behind by the two deities were beyond imagination. [Poseidons Trident Spear] Difficulty: Unmeasurable Damage: 220000 Durability: 7900000 / 7900000 Description: Poseidons exclusive weapon with the power to handle the sea. The holder of this spear increases affinity with sea monsters by 500%, and all stats increase by +50 when fighting in water. Also, when the level of understanding of the window exceeds a certain level. You will be able to use the unique holy spear Forgotten Antis. [Apollons Sun Chariot] Difficulty: Unmeasurable Movement Speed: Increased by +550 Durability: Infinite when the sun is up. If the moon is up, 5850000 Description: Apollos exclusive weapon that makes the sun rise every day. The sun wagon led by Pegasus can run at an unmatchable speed, and when the understanding of the wagon exceeds a certain level, you can use the special skill Passage of me. 2 Holy Relics and 10 Supetive Magic Stones and 5 Ambrosia which is higher grade than Elixir. And the armor that Athena put the protection on her own, and the shield and spear with the protection of Ares. Even the list of obtained items easily exceeded 20 lines. Is this still unconfirmed? The relics marked as unconfirmed (???) seemed to be able to be confirmed only by using a special item. I have a rough idea of what it is, but Im sure youll need the help of Orun or another expert to get it right. Sooner orter, youll be able to acquire the unique abilities and skills of the lords because of mediation. If we fuse them together, we will be able to obtain something that surpasses the abilities of the gods. Of course, it wont go as easily as it says. Olympus is not stupid. They couldnt hand over what they could call the source of their power so easily. Hiding secrets in anguage only they know. There is no doubt that he would y a joke by putting various ancient protection magics on him. so that you never dig into it. But if theres one misfortune they have Its the fact that the opponent is me. There is a way to destroy any trickery. More than that, it was I who broke through the gates of atrocities and climbed to the top of the tower. It was then. Kuhm! greatness! A familiar groaning sound could be heard right next to it. It was Ellis, who had been moaning like a puppy that had eaten something a little while ago. whats the matter? Alice? Thats not it. Everyone is enjoying the party, but Im alone and muttering! Special luggage came to take care of it! Alice handed me an apple pie on a te. The broken things looked more like apple porridge than pies. There are a lot of good eaters, so I managed to get this too. Everyone has been starving and they eat so well A grand festival after the war. Ricks Merchant supplied a huge amount of food and alcohol, so everyone could wash away the fatigue of the war. Have some fun with the contractor. Everyone wants to see the contractors face at least once. okay. I owe you a lot but I cant be left out. Jinhyeok turned around. After passing the ce where the floating stones were spread out, and going out to the wide in, there was a festival ground where thousands of people gathered. Ooooh! did youe student! Oh my goodness. Mr. Kang. Are you a littlete? Dark Hwang and Chu Hon Sa-yeong found Jin-hyeok at once. It was a bonus that both of them had been drinking quite a bit. Hahaha! I heard that you made the biggest contribution in this war. As expected, if you are a disciple of this dark emperor, of course you should! cancer! By the way! Dont stand there nkly,e here quickly. Tonight, I wont let you go until your nose is crooked. Dark Emperor grabbed Jinhyeoks wrist at once. Jinhyeok reflexively tried to avoid his hand but the first sik of Heukcheonmuk Hwanggong . Taat Phat! bang! As soon as their hands met, Dark Emperors fingers curled up like snakes. shit. To use such nonsense in a useless ce. Stop it! The contractor is not even in good shape right now! Elise raised her voice all at once. Good job Alice. okay. After all, there is only you on my side. Jinhyeok cheered for Alice with silent eyes. Even a new baby would like to sit here. No, it would be nice to have a ceremony at all while this auspicious day hase. Kuhm! What are you doing Contractor! Havent you been told to sit down right now? Sit down quickly and pay attention to what Grandpa Amhwang says. Understand? Everything I praised is cancelled. It looks like it will be a difficult night because it is properly woven by the leeches. Are you struggling again? Anyway, he seems like a stuffy guy. You are over here! A littleter, Chun Yoo-seong and Teresa also joined. Both hands were full of various foods that were not often seen even in the tower. Looks like you did the right shopping. The cooks in the tower are also quite skilled. You should also try it, Mr. Jinhyeok. sleep. Teresa put the greasy shrimp into Jinhyeoks mouth. Wow An exmation flowed out of itself as the juicy meat ran down my tongue and into my throat. In addition, lets add the ice beer of Jotunheim, which has been passed down from generation to generation in Northern Europe The beer made with so clear and clean ice felt like it even cooled the heat that permeated deep inside the body. okay. After all, this is a proper festival. It was when I was thinking, This will end peacefully . Kheuheum! Big! In the distance, I saw Rick climbing onto the wagon with the microphone in hand. With a very ominous smile on his face. Chapter 525 Chapter 525. Worst tag ever (1) A smile spread across Ricks lips. Normally, when that snarl is exhibiting such behavior, it is best to keep as far away as possible. Because I couldnt figure out what to do. Kuhm! Its nothing else Its been a long time since so many warriors have gathered, so shouldnt we have to decide who is the strongest? strongest warrior. At those words, the warriors who were chewing the meat hesitated. He wiped the greasy grease from the corners of his mouth, and his eyes shone fiercely. My heart couldnt help but warm up. Because in the first ce, I hate losing more than dying. Whoops. It seems everyone is interested. In that sense, I came up with a pretty interesting bet. Rick snapped his fingers. Fuck! A familiar face appeared through the air. [The master of the Goinmul Corporation, Kang Jin-hyeok.] The bet is simple! yer Kang Jin-hyeok made the biggest contribution in this war! Whoever catches him wins the bet! Jinhyuk crumpled his face at Ricks deration. damn it I knew it would be like this. I should have left it as it was when I felt an ominous feeling Somehow, I said I was obediently drinking and eating. I never thought there would be such a scheme. Even if he didnt know it, there was no doubt that he had an intention to solidify his position through such an aggressive event. Now that even Godk has copsed. Because the most likely next senior manager was Rick. ah! Of course, there must be a reward as well. Rick opened the subspace this time. A red wave rose, and a golden helmet with a pair of wings appeared in it. [Hot Heart C Special Item.] Difficulty to obtain: S Title: The most valiant and greatest warrior can be obtained. The wearer of this helmet can be recognized by all factions and can increase leadership by 300%. A helmet that Rick made himself. The ability is also an ability, but the effect of scattering sparks when worn was enough to make the hearts of all warriors beat. Oooh! That sounds like fun! My body was already itching, so theres nothing better than a bet like this. The desired sea! Everyone started to stand up one by one. Norse, as well as troll tribes Caracal and Barbarians broke the joint. I dont know anything else, but I had no intention of shunning the job that would allow me to be a true warrior. On the other hand, the rest of the members ate food and took a wait-and-see attitude as if they were interested. Because there was no reason to intervene in this war. thats fortunate It wasnt because I turned all of them into enemies. But even so, the pain in the back of the head remained the same. Wait! Am I at a disadvantage if I do this! More than anything, did you think it was possible to hold an event like this without seeking the consent of the person concerned? Jinhyeok raised a reasonable objection. Thats right A bet like this makes the festival even more exciting. Its a heck of a joke. joke. Just put the ck one in. If you load up on the sword river, this old man might die. Then why dont youe up with some good excuses? Jinhyeok fiddled with the blue me that he had blown into Hongryeon. The strong energy that had been manifested with over 500 mana was now breaking in the form of a tangible me because it could not stretch for a long time. Big! Big! Of course, I tried to reward Kang Jin-hyeok with something appropriate if he wins. I am listening. From what I heard earlier, it seems that you are trying to mediate with the Olympus side I can give you some items to make the conversation a little more advantageous. this is a bit interesting Rick must have something to stab Zeus in the back. however. Its not a bad condition, but its a littlecking. I also have a card prepared in my own way. Jinhyeok politely declined the offer. Hmm. After all, this is not enough, is it? Then how about this? Rick quickly pulled a piece of parchment with a green seal from his pocket. !? This time, it was Jinhyeoks turn to flinch. Rockbreaker Scroll. It is an item specialized in destroying 12-star spells or sealing barriers. Even if you dont, one of the holy relics you got this time is sealed. If there was only that scroll, there would be no need to count Orun or other cases. More than anything As expected, he sees through exactly what I need. Same asst time and this time too. Ricks insight went beyond mere wit. This is the moment when the part of the Coffin Song is more deeply embedded in the mind. The problem is Theres no way that Rick doesnt know that What kind of scheme is it to show so openly. What is the intention behind it? I was curious about that. But for now, I have no choice but to pretend that Ive been tricked by Rick. That scroll is also necessary. Jinhyuk pretended not to win and nodded. Ricks smile grew wider. Since we got permission from the person concerned, we can make it hotter in earnest now. Looking at it, it seems that some people just want to watch this event I cant just watch this Rick Hennessy do that again. Whoops! New rules appeared one after another at Ricks beckoning. ruler! If I do this, will everyone be interested? [The special authority of the mid-level manager is activated!] [Restrictions are imposed.] [If you catch the yer Kang Jin-hyeok for the first time, you will be able to acquire one-day ve rights.] Moment. The eyes of the people next to them twinkled. Like a beast that has caught its prey. Huh Thats a bit coveted. Right of very for one day An opportunity that neveres often. Everyone licked their lips with their tongues and lost themselves in their delusions. -Yes, Alice is the most beautiful and preciouspanion in the world. Its so lovely that I cant leave it alone. In that sense, shall we toast to those blood red eyes? I could feel Jinhyuks face getting closer and closer. pounding! pounding! pounding! My heart started beating like crazy. Elise, unable to control her excitement, jumped out of her seat and stood up. You can really do a lot in 24 hours. A lot of things Whoops! good night! Jim will join the battle too! Kaaang! Kakakakakang! A sword that strikes recklessly. Just looking at the sharp sword dance made my hair stand on end. However, the skill of one side was far superior. In the end, a man with a dagger in both hands knelt down and let out a self-deprecating tone. -I lost. Even if you try 100 times, no 1000 times, I dont think youll ever fall short of your smart, charismatic, and great feet. How the hell can I be strong like you haha. it wont work i wont be forever Jinhyeok smiled bitterly. And just imagining it made me insanely happy. Its unbelievable that 24 hours is so short. No, I will take the championship. Chun Yoo-seong radiated ambition that he rarely reveals. To be honest, I thought I could ept it even if I was asked to wear a maid uniform once again in order to obtain that very right. -Mr. Teresa. Why dont you stop praying uninterestingly and try to escape with me today? Teresas mind shed through her mind that she and Jinhyeok had a strange date outside the tower. A life always bound by doctrine and etiquette. The sweet freedom spread over the fence was so tempting. It might be more fun if Im with Jinhyeok. hidden deep within oneself. Because he was the one who saw and understood the true Teresa. Teresa also expressed her intention to participate in the war with her fists clenched. Not bad, huh. The odds are about 22.35%. Frey also nodded expressionlessly. lol. To think that Jinhyeok-nim could be used as a ve To enve the master. I cant stand this. Mosquito! Does this mean that the master-servant rtionship with the lord will be reversed for one day? Hmm. If I win, Ill go to the 24-hour Demon Training Center in Hell together. Other than that, various members drool over the right to very. Gulp Dry saliva ran down Jinhyeoks throat. Even if something is wrong with this, it is firmly wrong. Aside from simply losing and winning the bet I couldnt be sure what the guy who obtained very would do. It was obvious that no matter who won, the nightmare would begin for 24 hours. *** Quaang! Jinhyuk kicked off his seat and ran backwards. rapidly changing vision. The key is to get out of sight as much as possible while crossing the floating stone and the floating stone. [Remaining time 0h : 29m : 42s] The time limit is 30 minutes. If you dont get caught in it, you can have a happy ending. but. Its just a personal hope anyway. Things in the world dont go so smoothly. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! A storm made of red blood came. Alice, who hadpletely lost her eyesight, was flying in apanied by bats. Alices gaze moved back and forth between the floating stones. It smells like a contractor here. not even a dog Does it make sense to locate it just by sniffing? The siege was quickly narrowed. Jinhyeok, who was hiding on the edge of the floating stone, was finally discovered by Alice. found! shit. Jinhyeok flung his body around to avoid the bats. Its almost like I cant touch it. A tail-to-tail chase ensued. Quietly catch Jim. Dont run away! Elise waved both of her hands. [Ellis is Lv?? I activate the Festival of Vampires!] At that moment, the scattered bats gathered together. Thousands of bats flew in one direction and soon became a huge whirlpool. Are you going to kill me! you! Thats because the contractors are not caught and they just run away! If you dont want to fly anywhere, just be mine! Im sorry, but I dont have that taste. I will politely decline. Then there is nothing you can do. I have no choice but to take it by force. Elise drew her magic. Her silver hair, as white as snow, fluttered in all directions, condensing her terrifying energy into one ce. But then, parts! Another light emanated from the side. Sharply captured aura. The one sword of Chuhon Sword was fully expressed. Awesome! Just before Ellis attacked, the sword cut through the air. The whirlpool made of bats split exactly in half. Idiot Sword Saint! Why are you interfering at a time like this! Elise became furious at being interrupted. That guy is my prey. Chun Yuseong held the sword with both hands, not caring about Alices gaze. I could feel the tenacity to never give up even if the sky splits in two. Perhaps realizing that, Elise gave up persuading her any further. All that remains is to press down on the opponent. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! Kaaaang! Immediately the sword and blood collided. I think itd be better to face Olympus again At first, I thought I could easily endure the 30-minute time limit. Looking at the scene, even 10 minutes seemed so far away. It shouldnt be like this. At least you have to make an ally who wont be stabbed in the back, but there is a possibility. And, of course, the first candidate Chapter 526 Episode 526. Worst tag ever (2) Masters out. Its never a great person to ride a boat. Andrea also couldnt believe it at some point. Talking about sweet potatoes, undine, summoned beasts and spirit beasts only hurts my mouth. I dont know why, but I dont know the grace that these guys have done so well My eyes are full of poison. Anyway, I shouldnt make people feel full because of this. In the end, the final candidate is. Sseuseuk! Lord! It was Wolyeong that appeared through the shadow y. A colleague who steadfastly maintains his convictions no matter how much he shakes a carrot in front of him. Wolyeong stood by Jinhyeok as if protecting him. how have you been? Im doing well, but Your lord is always in trouble. Somehow it happened that way. Can I ask for a little more back then? I know its an unreasonable demand, but right now the only thing I can trust is you. Chun Yoo-sung and Alice Sooner orter, Teresa and the rest of the members will appear one after another. It would be almost suicidal to face those mad enemies alone. Even so. Whoa. I have to protect it, who will protect the lord? Wolyeong muttered in a selfless voice. Making a sullen expression is the greatestint this guy can express. I have to find a good wifeter. Im already worried about who will hook and snatch it because its so pure. Then I will ask you. Jin-hyeok left Wol-yeong behind and quietly avoided himself. Fortunately, Alice and Chun Yu-seong didnt pay much attention to each other as they were biting each other. *** On top of the floating stone that is glowing with a unique purple light. that buck Someone approached Rick, who was in charge of the event. It was Vendivia, one of the senior managers and representing the Dark Elves. Next to him was another senior manager, Vascaville. Vascaville, an elder of the life seed, a nt race, had various nts growing in his ce whenever he walked. oh! Are you here? Rick greeted the two managers. However, despite Ricks hospitality, the faces of Bendivia and Bascaville were dark. No, beyond simply being ufortable, a deep wariness was rising. Hmm I guess you didnte to chat about the event. It doesnt sound like youre trying to spread the word about a new senior manager. Rick. Bendivia opened her mouth heavily. Tell me. You what the hell? I dont quite understand what youre asking by any chance. Before Rick could even finish his answer. chuck! Before I knew it, an ink-colored shortbow appeared in Vendivias hand. I didnt even notice that the arrow was caught in the protest. The arrows caught naturally like flowing water disappeared faster than that. A sniping that skipped dimensions and dimensions, not flying in a parabolic arc. A ck arrow appeared right next to Ricks temple. Even if the target was a divine attack, it was an inevitable surprise attack. however. Kwaaang! The arrow was blocked by a staff made of silver and ricocheted. You werent an ordinary mid-level manager after all. Are you even making assumptions because its not enough to just attack? I just fought back to live. Shut up! I already know that you met the 50th floor. I thought Hastings was the only one doing dirty backdoor dealings I never thought you were behind the senior manager. The story means you only recently started to suspect me thats strange. Hastings doesnt know about me. Rick continued with a strange smile. It cant be that Nyathotep was fooling around on both sides, and its also on the horned owl side? haha. Hes a troublesome creature in many ways. When the name came out unexpectedly, Benvidia was silent. Rick took the silence as an affirmation. okay. I guess I need to ask some questions on my part. A question? How dare you speak to us! All right. Bendivia. You dont have to react individually. It wont be toote to talk after subduing him. Vascaville raised a palm. Cuckoo Cuckoo! The floating stones cracked and thick vines of nts began to grow between them. Rather than killing them, it was intended to capture them alive and interrogate them. [Vascaville activates his unique ability Endless!] The process of eternity in which life is born and dies. Among the nts that bloomed, other nts grew, turning the whole world into green. It was difficult to survive just by standing near the nts that have the effects of hallucination, sleep, and rxation, both of which are mental systems. At the same time, Vendivia also put a new arrow on her bow. Kwadeuk! The shortbow lengthened and turned into a longbow, and ck mes rose from the five arrows. I will go. Okay. Vendivia and Vascaville released their magic all at once. And right at that moment. I cant help it. Rick pulled down his fedora. Pants! It was then that a purple spark rose. An indescribably hideous aura pressed down on the entire floating stone. cooong! Vendivia and Vascaville got down on one knee without realizing it. The ability that each of them had manifested under the absurd pressure had long since disappeared. Keuheop What kind of nonsense It was too much to endure. Not even lifting a hand. Even taking a deep breath was difficult. A truly staggering disparity. I knew that he was a more dangerous person than Hastings, and I was doing my best from the beginning Are you saying that wasnt enough? It was unexpected for two senior managers to be subdued without even using their strength. If it had gone quietly, this wouldnt have happened, but its a pity. Ricks voice changed 180 degrees. The gentle and soft tone is gone. Only cold and cruel energy remains. Parts Tsutt! Again purple sparks scattered in all directions. Aagh! Aaaagh! A terrible pain engulfed his whole body. however. Whoops! [The 12-star battle system Limit ess is activated!] A golden light continued between Bendivia and Vascaville. An authority that can only be exercised when there are two or more senior managers. The power to protect the authority of the administrators fiercely resisted Ricks magic. Hoo. Still, youre doing something crazy. It seems that the title of senior manager was not given for free. Rick gave an innocent exmation. I know you are not normal. But it wont be easy to deal with us using marginal ess. Vascaville! Okay! The two senior managers activated their unique holy spears. [Vendivia activates her unique holy spear ck Iron Counterattack!] [Vascaville activates her unique holy spear Flower of Life!] A huge nt and waves of ck arrows rushing over it. The storm of magical power gathered to the limit began to overflow. But Rick was still holding his wand with a nk expression on his face. Tak. Tak. widely! Hitting the ground three times is enough to respond. [Rick Hennessy activates his transformation ability, Primeval Tentacle.] Purple tentacles spurted out along Ricks feet. As an event organizer, you have to watch the end. Im sorry, but Ill try to end it as soon as possible. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! Another war broke out in the floating stone. ??? Quaaaaang! Chuck! give up now Thats because its a rat in a poison. Master! Please! Amhwang and Jinhyeok confronted each other with a rock in front of them. [Time limit 0h : 2m : 54s] The remaining time is now 3 minutes. It was thanks to the fact that they fought against each other and that Wolyeong appropriately drew attention. But near the end, I met a big ambush. Your movement has improved since then. Darkness in front. The chance of running away is less than 0.2%. huh. Frey is on the left. The Spirit Special Forces! You must never lose sight of the owner! Im going to dieter anyway, so I have to enjoy happiness even for 24 hours. thats right. Isnt that the boss? Mosquito! Everyone, be quiet. My head hurts. On the right, the spirits, including sweet potato, have built a tight siege. But when he turned back, he felt Elliss enormous magic power approaching him. Truly a dilemma. Jinhyeok nced toward the cliff, the only way out. Few can fly. No matter how muscr Master is, he wouldnt think of jumping from this height. Even at a rough estimate, it seemed like I had crossed several kilometers lightly. you only get one chance. You have to get out of this ce with the best escape. Jinhyeok poured all his magic into one breath. His newly acquired abilities shined through his two feet. [Unique star window Down Fall is activated!] The ability to make itself fall as a huge meteor. If its the power of Downfall, youll be able to get out of here after soaring up to the sky at once. Of course, you wont be able to use it more than once against those bastards but once is enough. not enough However, right before the down fall is fully activated. [The deity Roaring Thunder is manifesting!] Blue lightning fell from the sky. A lightning bolt blocked Jinhyeoks path. Wow! A gigantic deity holding Mjolnir. Do you use it when the main character has already left? Cancer, you need to stick with us for 24 hours. I thought I was aiming for a twist at the end, but it turned out to be a pity. Beside him, Beriel and Anubis were also together. damn it There is now that goes easily until the end. No more Why did three of them form an alliance when there can only be one winner? I dont know why they are forming an alliance rather than sharing it piece by piece. Thats it, no need to worry. I n to secure you first and then share the time equally. Ah if thats the case, I have nothing else to say. This is the moment when the reason why the greedy nobles got along so well is revealed. Give up now. No matter how much you are, you cantst a minute against this many. Even 10 seconds, let alone 1 minute, is not easy. okay. Thats right. Thats true I still have one trump card left. Hoo. The number of spleens? Thors lips twitched slightly. It was an expression of anticipation whether it was a bluff or if there was really something. Now stop watching and everyone help me. I cant promise you a huge price, but I will definitely remember this. Jinhyuk muttered into the air. Ha ha ha! Who are you looking for help from? Everyones trying to get you Thorsughter didntst long. [Small force Vedramium nods.] [Small force Chiu responds to your request.] [Small force Incas Evening moves without hesitation.] [Small force Earth The dolls gemstone.] Numerous forces that respond innumerably. They dont need any grandiose conditions. Just to buy Jinhyeoks favor. And just for stopping the massacre on Olympus just a moment ago. There are plenty of reasons toe here. Chapter 527 Episode 527. 33rd floor, Refloor, the city of magic engineering (1) Ugh! Cuckoo Cuckoo! streaks of falling light. Various deities and heroes in charge of small and medium myths responded to Jinhyeoks help. People armed with various weapons surrounded Jinhyeok as if to protect him. I ate one of these. Thor scratched his head. okay. These guys are still there. I didnt even think of it no, to think that all these forces would show a crush on you. Beriel and Anubis also clicked their tongues as if they had been hurt. Its definitely a surprise card prepared at thest minute. but. You must know that even if we gather all the small and medium forces, it wont work for us, right? These are the main deities whose name and color dominate the upper floors of the tower. There is an iparable gap with the lower deities. It is. But I dont have to win. This fight is not an all-out war of death and death. Its up to you whether you can survive the time limit or not. And with this amount of small and medium deities and heroes My calction is that I canst as long as I can for the remaining one minute. About 45 seconds left. Now, it is impossible for Thor toe with three Mjolnirs. Aaaaaaa! This time for sure! die. Kang Jin-hyeok! Mr. Jinhyeok! Different voices rang out. Everyone threw their bodies and rushed to catch Jinhyeok. Protect Kang Jin-hyuk! Just one minute Just one minute to stop! Against this, small and medium gods and heroes firmly defended the line. Kwaaang! Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Explosions and sparks mix in a dizzying mix. The top of the floating stone had long since turned into a battlefield. 30 seconds 20 seconds. 10 seconds. Time was running out quickly. Jin-hyeokughing evilly. The struggle to erase that smile continued until thest second. And finally Contractor! Alice broke through the defense line and reached the location where Jinhyeok was. A white hand stretched out toward Jinhyeoks face. If youe just a few more centimeters, you can reach it. A red storm that seems to swallow everything. Elise, who elerated to the end, squeezed out all her strength. however. Tring! A little ahead of Alice, the status window flickered. [The time limit is over!] All the promised time has passed. No, no! Elise screamed on the spot. The rest of the members couldnt hide their disappointment. This is because all the dark hopes that each of them had had turned into nothing. [The winner is yer Kang Jin-hyeok!] [The reward will be settled.] I even got a scroll to check the relic. Everyone couldnt hide their disappointment, but thats not the case The most important thing is to check the holy relics you got from Olympus. Jinhyeok quickly took out the items he had put in the subspace inventory. An object covered with ??? was revealed. Really what is it? Even Poseidons Trident or Apollos Sun Chariot were not marked with ???. If the level is over 200 and it is marked as unconfirmed now, it must be amazing. There were a few possible candidates, but its just spection. The time has finallye to see its true value. Jinhyeok ced the scroll on the relic with trembling hands. Whoops! The runes written on the scroll came to mind all at once, and the letters marked with ??? were shattered. [You have acquired Gigantomachia Drum!] [Gigantomachia Drum] Difficulty: Unmeasurable Description: A rebellion by the Titans that brought Olympus to the brink of destruction. Currently, the mythical war is over, but with this drum, you can recreate that war once again. However, within 30 days from the moment this item was released from unidentified status, the Olympus side will also recognize that the Gigantomachia Drum has been passed on to someone else. Unbelievable. Jinhyuks mouth opened wide. Like a holy relic that was stered with ???, its content far exceeded expectations. ??? Two weeks passed after all the work on the managerial level was finished. So many things happened in a short period of time, so everything went by so fast just by cleaning things up. Rick eventually became the new senior manager and the Olympus sidepletely locked themselves in their stronghold. With the advent of the new Yggdrasil, the gigantic power of Ragnarok began to revive once again, and in contrast, Eden, where Cheonsei and Uriel belonged, shrank greatly. In other words, a single war has brought about a great change in the power structure. Still, the big things have passed roughly now its time to be faithful to your duty once again. Climbing the tower. It was time to check how hard the various guilds had attacked during the two weeks. I hear they say theyre attacking pretty smoothly The 33rd floor is the upper floor, but its not as dangerous as the other floors. It was thanks to the establishment of a highly civilized society, except for a few districts. In particr, it was tolerant of outsiders, so it must have yed a role in how easy it was for yers to approach. Well, the conditions to go to the 34th floor are filthyplicated, but Right now, guilds and yers who are preupied with various magical engineering cannot see such a thing. Jinhyeok stretched for a long time. And immediately picked up the cell phone that had been thrown on the bed. The city of magic engineering, Refloor. In order to attack this ce most efficiently, you need the help of a specific person. Thur Leure Thur Leure Pop! The call cut off and a familiar voice was heard. brother? It was Taemin Lee. huh. Taemin. How have you been? haha. Hey, Im doing fine. I go out with Yeonhwa noona, so I have no choice but to get along. is your brother okay? I checked in the Hall of Fame but Im worried that Im not overdoing it. Hmmm Certainly, just looking at the videos uploaded there, it would be worth worrying about how many lives there are. I also rolled my body in a very Spartan way. Should we talk face-to-face after a long time? It would be nice if Yeonhwa came along too. My brother is calling, so of course I have to go! Can I go to Jamsil? okay. Lets see it in an hour from the World Tower side. yes. Ill do that. See you then. Lee Tae-min immediately answered and hung up the phone. Huh. Are you thinking of climbing the tower? Alice, who had been rolling around on the sofa, stuck her head out. Ive been off for two weeks, so I have to move slowly. Im going right away, so get ready quickly. Dont take all day to dry your hair likest time. what! Are you going right away? But, after a while, I have to watch the drama at 6. This episode is important. You What kind of drama is Jinjo so into? Even if you have good adaptability, its good enough. These days, entertainment is entertainment. Drama is drama. Even Paprika TV live broadcast on View Tube. Im really enjoying myself while chatting. If you ask passers-by, they say that they are 100% pure Koreans, and they have already adapted to modern society. Ahem. Jim is naturally receptive to other cultures. Okay, take off your hairband and tell me. Take off your sleeping socks too. Surely it wont be like that even when we fight? Its absurd to see him hugging a bowl full of frozen c and nachos. After seeing this, who would consider it a lofty Jinjo? Tsk tsk. Jinhyuk shook his head and prepared to leave. ? About 50 minutester, at the Aquarium Cafe located in Jamsil Station, familiar faces gathered in one ce. brother! Here it is! brother! Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min waved at Jin-hyeok. Jinhyeok also smiled brightly and approached the table where the two were sitting. Elise also looked around the inside of the aquarium with her eyes wide open. The inside was full of giant deep-sea monsters, not ordinary fish. After the Tower of Trials appeared, cafes underwent extensive remodeling. Kurereu Kieeeeee It looks terrifying even at a nce. It was enough to swallow a person whole. however. Ugh! Yep! I felt something strange in the water. Between deep sea fish and monsters. There was an Undine whose mouth was sealed. The rest of the spirits and sweet potato fries were also missing around it. It s because he was forcibly confined in this aquarium in exchange for his betrayal in the floating stone . Fluffy Everyone swam hard, foaming from their mouths. It was a struggle for each others survival, not for others. Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min broke into cold sweats while watching it. C As expected, my brother is still relentless. -Haha Whatever your brother asks, I have to do it. Ive felt this in the past but I dont know anything else, but I can never go against Jinhyeoks nting. Taemin. Yesyes brother! How far have you unlocked Machine Lords abilities? hmm. Now you can use up to 7 stars without difficulty. If you collect a few more items, its worth aiming for 8 stars. Its 7 stars Its definitely a quick achievement. Lee Tae-min must also have grown up by making up for the regrets of the past. At this rate, the minimum conditions for attacking the 33rd floor were achieved. Listen to what I have to say from now on. Jinhyeok began to exin the attack on the stairs in earnest. ??? [You have entered the 33rd floor of the Tower of Trials.] [Refloor residents wee outsiders.] [The 33rd floor capture condition linked quest begins. ] Please start the quest through a request transaction with the resident.] [However, the transaction for a linked quest is limited to the first one and cannot be reversed or withdrawn.] As the view changed, a brilliant civilization came into view. Huge gears and bizarre yet magnificent architecture. And a ce where colorful crystal balls are lined up. This is Reflow, the essence of magic engineering. Wow Lee Tae-mins eyes especially brightened. Now that you have arrived at the ce most closely rted to your unique ability, of course everything is bound to be interesting. Look over there bro! Its a magic gun. Wow, that technology Its the first time Ive seen it Chuck! A young man from anotheryer. We have a lot of good stuff in our store, so take a look around. Ill give you a good price since its the first one. Try to try Refloors famous Clock Snacks! You should stop by the magic engineers night, which is held at midnight tonight. Solicitation continued here and there. It is truly a yer-friendly city. Because there are so many things to see and enjoy from the start. Jinhyeok listened carefully to the conversations of the merchants who solicited customers. Depending on who you made your first deal with, the subsequent chain quests will vary greatly. The first step is to sort the boulders out of the mud. In fact, numerous guilds and individual yers who visited the 33rd floor realized the existence of linked quests and were frantic to choose the best one. However, two weekster, those who have chosen an S-ss or higher chain quest so far can count on ten fingers. This was due to therge number of cases and the variety of variables. Now, where are you supposed to be? Jinhyuks eyes moved even faster. You must be in this ce at this time of day right then. found. A fresh smile appeared on Jinhyuks lips. Chapter 528 Episode 528. 33rd floor, Refloor, the city of magical engineering (2) A halfling grunting while carrying a bag that was well over twice his size. This This is really good, but if you buy it just once He works hard to appeal in his own way, but anyone can see that he is clumsy. Unlike stores with fancy showcases, carrying various items with Jung-gu heating was a negative factor. In fact, most of the yers who arrived at the beginning of the 33rd floor did not even pay attention to halfling items. He didnt want to give the only chance for a one-time linked quest to a poor bundler. Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min also conceived an operation based on the information they had gathered diligently. Hyung, if you look here, they say that the studio in Area A gives you a lot of big quests. Area C, where the Alchemy School is located, isnt bad either. Statistically, 26% of yers who received A-rank or higher quests said they did it here. Top-secret information obtained through Yoo Chun-young, Yoo Yeon-hwas grandfather. Even this was obtained by investing huge amounts of money and personal connections. Thank you for trying to be of any help. However, Jinhyuk smiled and walked forward. Uh? brother? The two opened rabbit eyes. Its a bonus to make a face that says, I dont think so Thats right. In fact, in the early stages of entering the 33rd floor, due to the clichs that appear in Starlight Sculptor and numerous other movies and novels, there were many cases where a request was made to a seemingly insignificant resident. Its because of the hope that I might be able to get a chance. But the reality is not so easy. Hundreds of thousands of yers who were aiming for bundled goods or street stalls all had to drink the bitter gossip. Since then, the number of people who challenged in hopes of winning the lottery has drastically decreased. In recent years, people have only been looking for ces with a high possibility. In the midst of that, I cant help but think that what Jinhyeok is trying to do ispletely crazy. You look great there. A drastic bleeding service that gives you another if you buy one of these No, if you buy one, Ill give you half the price for all future purchases Yes. I will live with one. ha. Thats not going to work either Huh? Jinhyeoks words made the halfling look even more surprised. Really? It doesnt matter if its offensive or defensive, but I need a ring rted to the fire attribute. I want it to be at least grade B or higher in purity. Of course there is! Of course not! The halfling hurriedly put down the backpack and took out what was inside. Various crystal spheres and various magic engineering items of unique shapes began to pour like a mountain. Its a backpack with a lightweight and subspace effect. Judging by the amount thates out, it must be a backpack that has put a lot of effort into it, unlike its appearance. The same was true of the ruby ring with its delicate craftsmanship. Uh are you awake? The price is 200,000 coins, but how can I get to 150,000 coins by taking out as much as I can. With this, there is really nothing left. lol. If it is 150,000, it is true that the original price remains simr. But the important thing is not the price of the ring. The key is the type of linked quest that urs at the same time as paying the coin. brother. Is this really right? Brother, lets think about it one more time. Looking at it, if its the fire attribute ring from the bundle award, its best to hunt down the Fire Golem or the Lizard King at best, right? Lee Tae-min and Yoo Yeon-hwa tried to stop Jin-hyeok. Since they had already been partying beforeing to the 33rd floor, if Jinhyeok, the party leader, epted, everyone else was destined to receive the same quest. Hey. Since when did everyone think about it so much? Dont you remember the way we used to do it? Always spontaneous when challenging an unknown staircase or quest. It was a daily routine to choose what the mind went to and bump into it with the body. i know. I know hyung This isnt a game, its reality. It has nothing to do with reality. Its not like weve changed. Even if time has passed. Even if conditions change. Climbing the tower is still the same person. Jinhyeok lightly epted the words of the two with a mischievous face. ha. theres nothing we can do. sister. stop giving up. I know. Jinhyeok oppa never changes his mind even if he dies. Instead, dont get angryter saying that the leech swordsman or Teresa-san are going on a better quest. The two nodded. It doesnt matter what it is. Its enough if youre with the contractor anyway. When even Elise agreed, the chain quest that would be the first button on the 33rd floor began. Tring! [Path of Fire C Linked Quest (1)] Difficulty: F Content: Strengthen the ring using magic engineering and then sell it for a higher price than the original purchase price. Its done.] There was a mix of joy and sadness in their expressions. Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-mins faces fell into hell in an instant. On the other hand, Jin-hyeoks mouth went up even higher. Because the quest I wanted perfectly came in. Thank you . . Ill proceed with this. Im really grateful. Hehe. Ah! My name is Isaac. Im a halfling, and I had aing-of-age ceremony a while ago, so I can start a business . Isaac. By the time the tower appeared, by the time 7 years had passed, he was a talented person who became a prestigious magic engineer in the upper echelons. Right now, hes That also means Jin C hyeok, who broke up with Isaac, who will be the head of the Magic Engineering Sect, headed straight to a nearby restaurant. There were a few things to do before starting the full-scale quest. Voice and voice. The inside of the store was quite crowded. Only 33 Magic engineering snacks and unique distilled spirits that can only be tasted on the floor. Food served in colorful crystal sses brought another pleasure. Contractor, Alice lowered her voice. Yes. I know. I looked at the tables nearby. yers who started following me a little while ago were full around me. Those who had not received the quest until Jinhyeok arrived, and they must have rushed to Isaac at the same time Jinhyeok made the choice. Received the same quest and this way Its from the calction to see how this will move. Anyway, the little hairs Jinhyeok clicked his tongue inwardly. Even if the beginning is the same, the direction after that will bepletely different with one small variable. Or maybe do you think you can imitate it perfectly? no one else Because it meant that I dared to eat this body on my back. What are you going to do? Elise asked. He added a threat to blow away all the annoying flies if they clung to him. Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min, who realized the presence of hinders btedly, also finished preparing to activate their abilities. however. no. The precious Hogu who came to me after hard work No, can I get rid of my colleagues? Lets wee it with a warm heart. Jinhyeok spoke warmer and softer words than ever before. A soft halo shone over her shoulder. C Its creepy. Seeing my brother smile like that. -sister. Wouldnt it be better if we kicked it out now? C Indeed, they are creatures with colder blood than vampires. Jim is still far away. It was the three of them who became even more anxious at the sight of them. rattle. Jinhyuk got up from his seat and looked back. flinch The yers who had been sidelining nced at each other and looked away. its okay. Even if you dont try to eavesdrop like that. Everyone is in a position to climb the tower together Whats the point if I hide the information? yes? What is that The yers tilted their heads. It means I will share everything I have. To make it all work out together. No way Ohhhh! yer Kang Jin-hyuk! I cant believe there are people like this in the world. Huge cheers erupted from the yers. Some of them embraced each other and even jumped in ce at the absurd oddity. There is no choice but to do that. Most of the people gathered here are individuals, not guilds, or those who work in a small number of teams. Im a mercenary, so Im a frencer. In fact, it is said that it is a gathering of second-rate or lower guilds who cannot enter mediumrge guilds. They gambled with the mindset of just grabbing at straws. I never imagined that the results would be this good. Seeing how rxed he was even in an F-ss quest was proof that there was something hidden. greatness! Big hum. Ive heard a lot of stories that Im originally a bit broad-minded. You are not wrong. We were familiar with it. sure. I thought he would be authoritative and cold because he was so famous I waspletely misunderstanding this. thank you. I will do whatever you ask. Anything? yes? therefore. Didnt you just say you would do whatever your mouth tells you to do? Isnt it? A middle-aged man with a heartyugh scratched his head. Now then, for the smooth progress of the quest, should we all just use one contract at a time? Because its nothing. You dont have to read it too closely. As if Jinhyuk had been waiting, he took out a piece of paper and put it on the table. Its not even the stigma of cheating. This is what only those who are qualified to be interns can receive it. This is a non-regr job below that. It is also a contract for a short-term contract for a few days. Paragraphs 1 through 258. nothing is right Its just full of all kinds of irrational exploitation provisions. Ah anyway, isnt this too much? All the items you own belong to you, and you have to work 14 hours a day! The Hall of Fame and the copyright for all video uploads Even the meal is limited to 100 coins per meal. Isnt it supposed to let you go to the bathroomfortably! Only twice a day! Comints poured in from all over. Is everyone here to y? No, we didnte to y Were here to attack the 33rd floor. And if you follow mymands well, you can be part of the first expedition to conquer the 33rd floor. But do those little things catch your eye? Is there anyone who has the idea of sacrificing little by little and making concessions? Stair first attack. Has anyone here aplished something like that? Who would have dared to imagine that such a thing would be possible? Everyone is behind. He hurriedly followed the stairs someone had dug. It was a ce far higher than his own fountain, so he picked up the beans as safely as possible. for a while to get ahead of everyone else. The self who once stood out to be the center of humanity by bing stronger is no longer there. Only the cowardly andprehensible self remained. But a person appeared who said he would change the whole thing. The strongest ranker with sufficient experience and ability. Will you trust me and make your dreamse true? Or will you lose your dreams because you are blinded by those few pennies? Together We will do it together! I dont need anything else either. Please just keep it by my side. The yers stood up like bees. Before I knew it, my face was filled with the hopes and dreams I had when I first met Top. [F-grade questreinforced and sold] [E-grade questFind clues to firepleted] [E+-grade quest Gather 500 me wolfs teeth. [] perfect attack routes, abundant human resources, and even forcedbor beyond exploitation. When the three factors were established, the synergy reached 10 times instead of 3 times. In an instant, with a much faster attack speed than therge guilds that came several weeks earlier. And the news touched a ce where many interests were intertwined. Chapter 529 Chapter 529. 33rd floor, Refloor, the city of magic engineering (3) The reason why the city of magic engineering was made today is because there were some great pioneers. The sages called the pirs of Refloor. and present. All three wise men were gathered in the Crystal Tower. in heavy silence. A huge screen appeared in front of everyone. [The real-time scene is broadcast.] In the video, Jinhyeok and the rest of the members appeared. A city that can be said to be the essence of brilliant civilization, magic, and mechanical engineering a dark shadow was cast. Dozens of men and women were sweating profusely, repeating the samebor. In particr, Jinhyeok, who holds a whip from behind and treats people like ves, looked no different from the devil. Reflows magic engineers, who emphasize creativity and ideas, are bound to frown. Thats terrible Its an insult to magic engineering! Heh heh heh. Thats absurd. If its normal, its enough to curse and get rid of it in moderation. It was because it was impossible to understand the profound magical engineering no matter how hard he tried. But [sess!] [Achieved an amazing achievement!] [Leaved traces on Refloor!] Somehow, a man named Kang Jin-hyeok was clearing the quest so skillfully. Faster than any outsider who hade here before. A few eyes narrowed. Whoops! Machines that have just beenpleted in the screen are borately interlocked and rotated. When magic power was injected into it, the clock wheels began to operate with a loud noise. The achievement rate of the linked quest was a whopping 38%. It was an unbelievable speed even considering that it was F-ss. Moreover, it is a hidden quest route that can only be reached with a probability of less than 0.01% to cleverly twist and clear part of the linked quest. I dont know if its a coincidence or not, but if it goes on like this, it might cause a huge wave. So Johannes. Ulkara. The three wise men of Pradok Reflor gathered together in one ce. In order to devise a countermeasure on how to solve this problem. More precisely I was struggling to please the presence standing by the window in the conference room. The ck dragon Pandragon. He was the leader of the ck Dragon, which had the most savage and cruel character among the dragon races, and was also the actual owner of the 33rd floor. ck hair like obsidian. Its sculptural appearance seemed to show the extremes of polymorph magic. Even if the three most intelligent guys gather, they cante up with a clear answer. Pendragon expressed ufortable feelings. Then the air in the room changedpletely. The golems protecting the three wise men also hesitated and stepped back. It was because the crystal ball itself froze because of the overwhelming amount of life. Please wait. It is true that the opponent is not serious, but the hidden quest is not so easy to reach. Even we dont know the exact conditions, so how can a guy who just entered the 33rd floor know all that? Its fair to say that its just a coincidence that wevee this far. Johannes hastily added an exnation. I must never buy the dragons wrath I have to stop it even at the cost of my life. That if you incur Pendragons wrath, the entirety of Refloor could turn into ashes. Johannes knew better than anyone else. Thats an excuse not worth listening to. ck energy condensed along Pendragons fingertips. Breath. No, it is the Name Feast, a power that only those who have been given a name among the ancients can manifest. As the size was reduced, the power was reduced, but it had the advantage of being able toplete the spell with just one such light gesture. Please calm down. You are a great being. We will take care of it on our own. So that the secret of your concern never leaks out. Ulkara and Pradok also bowed their heads. however. [A yer who has fulfilled the requirements of the Hidden Quest has appeared!] [The SSS-level linked quest The Throne of the Red me begins.] An unexpected status message appeared in front of everyone. The faces of the three wise men crumpled like paper. ??? Kyaa. Its neat. After confirming the linked quest, Jinhyeok clenched his fists. I was nervous because it didnt lead to the quest I wanted even though I put in a lot of effort for a long time. I finally got my hands on the quest to get on track. Eye of gluttony quickly skimmed over the details of the quest. [The Throne of Red me C Hidden Link Quest] Difficulty: SSS Content: The path to enjoy the honor and glory of the Fire Spirit King. Those who challenge this quest must find the hidden secrets and seals of Egoni, the king of fire spirits. (Minimum 1 party member, Max 99) Capture a fire elemental and use it to gain clues about Egoni, one of the missing elemental kings. When using the Fire Key, the gate to the ruins will open. To clear the 33rd floor, one of three conditions must be met. The first is to leave an achievement in Refloor after changing the second job as a magic engineer. Second, clear all 10 or more ruins, 3byrinths, and 10 dungeons on the 33rd floor. Finally, the third is to clear all of the S-ranks or higher in the linked quests. conditions that are not easy. Among them, Jinhyeok chose a route that boasts the highest level of difficulty. Of course, the reward would be as sweet as that. The fire spirit king, Egoni, is also closely rted to Reflor. And beyond the 33rd floor, it was also the key to the secret that the dragons never wanted to reveal to the world. Ohhh! Its done. its okay! SSS ss I cant believe Ive been given a hidden chain quest! mother. this poor son of a bitch. I finally seeded hahaha! From now on, only flower paths will unfold! Everyone cheered. for the past 3 days. I couldnt sleep or eat, and I just worked like a dog. The industrial revolution of the 18th century felt like childs y. He really made magic tools like a ve. And finally. It was time to taste the sweet fruit thates after suffering. Up until now, while climbing the Tower of Trials, I had received SSS-level quests that only came to a very small number of 100 or so people. Sess or not is second to none. The mere fact of participating as a member of that great journey made my heart beat. Everyone has been through a lot during this time. Its all thanks to you. Jinhyeok thanked everyone for their hard work. Am I finally able to take a hot bath? Im going to eat meat and drink until my stomach explodes! Dont forget to sleep on a soft bed until the evening. Everyone swelled up in their dreams and uttered one word at a time. Expecting to get at least a day off. but. yes? What are you all talking about? Jinhyeok had no intention of letting everyone rest. Its a natural story. Now that we are back on track, what kind of rest do we need? In this world, only the strong survive. Jinhyeok trampled on everyones hopes and held the light green key in the air. [The ruin Dark Volcano is open!] [All members of yer Kang Jin-hyeoks party are forcibly summoned to the ruin!] Oh no! Aaaagh! My eyesight was ckened. When I opened my eyes again, everything waspletely different. Roaring! Cuckoo! Magma spewing out here and there and gears that were half melted. Only crystal balls that had lost their light were decorating the huge crater. Everyone looked around in a daze with a bewildered look on their faces. I fell at the entrance of the ruins out of nowhere, so of course I couldnt help but be dumbfounded. Above all, he never imagined that he woulde to the ruins of the tower, which boasts the highest level of difficulty, without any preparation. As if only Alice, Yoo Yeon-hwa, and Lee Tae-min had expected, they quickly checked the weapons and equipment. As expected, its brotherly. I cant help it. We have to hit it with our bodies in our style. Huh. This time its a volcanic area. [Lee Tae-min activates Lv21 Mobile Patrol!] Wii-ing! Drones flew around and scanned the terrain. uh? sister! But just then when Lee Tae-min shouted. Curp The sound of liquid sloshing was heard from behind the rock. The stones melted as they were, and dark red magma was scattered in all directions. Magma Golem. It is a high-ranking species among golems and is a kind of mechanical weapon created as a product of magical engineering. Of course, the basic level and attack power must be different from ordinary golems. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! Volcanic bombs immediately rained down on yers who broke into the ruins. A huge fire engulfed the area. Aaaagh! Avoid the blood! Those who are learning ice magic, hurry up! Damn it! There was no way the solidarity would work well among the mercenaries who were mainly active as soloists. However, like those who have gone through all kinds of prenatal battles, they didnt even get along with each other. Took! fault! Tankers attracted the attention of the magma golem through provocation, and magic yers cast water property magic and ice magic. Pew! Kwaaang! Ice shards scattered and various magics exploded. however. What is it? I cant believe it The yers who were attacking with all their might let out screams full of astonishment. Churruk The body of the magma golem didnt have any of thosemon scars. He was looking at the intruders with the same appearance as when they first met, as if he didnt care about the skill of the opposite. Are you saying itcked power? Nonsense. anyway it is Does it make sense that the monster at the entrance is like that? Uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu, what is going on now? I couldnt help but fall into a panic. Because it meant there was nothing they could do. As expected, no one seems to have understood this ce properly. Seeing this, Jinhyuk smiled. To say the least, this is a somewhat eptable response. It was filthy difficult to kill that magma golem if you didnt know the strategy. You have to use your magical engineering-rted abilities to do the right damage. Even I wont be able to use only half of my original abilities in this ruin. In other words. It was the moment when the value of Lee Tae-min rose rapidly. [The magma golem activates Lv20 Liquid Bomit!] Thick magma spewed out of its wide open mouth. A huge volcanic bomb covered in magma stretched forward in an instant. That moment. Haaaap! The flexible flower drew mana from the front. A terrifying st erupted from the blue-tinted bridge. [Flexibility activates Lv22 Scissor Kick!] Kwajik! A volcanic bomb torn in half. The kick was so clean it was like cutting through the air with a sword. Leave behind me, sister! Its drying up! What followed was carpet bombing by drones triggered by Lee Tae-min. [Lee Tae-min activates Lv23 Call of Duty!] Pupperpuppung! When the ice bomb embedded in the crystal ball exploded, the magma golems body froze. The one who hadnt budged even when knocked so far was silenced with a single blow. Good. Its more than expected. Jinhyuk nodded. One of the purposes ofing here. It is to open the unique window of Lee Tae-min and Yoo Yeon-hwa. In addition to simply clearing the 33rd floor, it was necessary to reinforce this sides strength as much as possible in order to deal with the ck lizard behind it and the rest of the ancient dragons. If everything goes well as expected, sooner orter Ill be able to release the True Name of Sweet Potato as well. not in a hurry yet perfect. All variables and possibilities must be weighed. While intuitively observing the battle, Jinhyeok continued to draw a blueprint in his head to conquer the top of the tower. And these ruins will be the first step in determining the attack on the upper floors and what will happen in the future. Chapter 530 Episode 530. Ruins, Dark Volcano (1) Koo-woo! Quaang! Kurreuk Kuruk Kurreuk The magma golems fell here and there. Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min. The two couldnt even resist properly against the perfect airborne shift. It took less than five minutes for all seven magma golems to be destroyed. strong. I didnt know he was that strong because he doesnt hang out with Jinhyuk Kang very often How many monsters are there. What is that? Those who were watching continued to swallow their saliva. It is a sight that gives goosebumps all over your body just by looking at it. Tuk Kicking the Golems head out, the soft flower brought out the crystal ball. Lee Tae-mins drones were also busy collecting the dropped items. Hyung, I dont think there are any cluesing out separately? This one sucks too. I think Ive caught all the guys at the entrance Or should I search further inside? A clue was given to capture the fire spirit, but the fire spirit did not even show a nose. In the end, the only way left is to go deeper into the ruins. However, the risk was too high to collide with the naked body without the introduction of rangers or other scouts. Drones were also limited in the range they could handle. Dont worry about that part. Because we have the best guides. Jinhyuk lightly waved his hand. [The sub-space is opened.] The space opened up and a familiar spirit figure appeared. shhh! Hiss! The Smander flicked his tongue and scanned his surroundings. Hick? He shuddered at the sight of Jinhyeok, but soon began to wag his tail as if he sensed familiar magic. Where is the owner? It feels very cozy and nice. Its like Does it feel like Im at your house? huh! thats right. It feels likeing home. The Smander nodded vigorously. Apart from being a simple volcanic terrain, it was because it was imbued with a unique magical power that only spirit beasts could feel. In particr, the fire spirit king Egonis magical power was like a drug that the Smanders could not resist. Can you guide me towards the ce where the magical power is thick? Yeah, thats not difficult. Just follow me, master. The Smander took the lead, sniffing. What was the point of going around and looking for fire spirits? I already have all kinds of strong spirit water in my pocket? ??? Thanks to the Smander, the early Ruins attack has be much easier. Not only did he find the shortest path out of dozens of paths, but he also made him avoid battles with fire-type monsters as much as possible. Still, there were so many monsters and so many traps that it was a huge expedition in itself toe all the way here. Lets take a moment to catch our breath. Tired people can close their eyes for a while. Dont worry, Ill keep a vigil. I bought and lived. thank you. Then, first, just a little bit Everyone said thanks and fell asleep on the spot. Except for Jinhyeok and Elise, everyone else was on the verge of exhaustion. Still, its a bit surprising that no one has said theyd give up yet. To be honest, I thought I would be half way out of it by this point. Did he really want the title of first conqueror? Hmm This time, I have a really big heart and I have an idea to share the reward. If there is someone who really follows through to the end. Jinhyeok hummed a song and took out arge limited edition sandwich he bought at the coin exchange. It was a high-end dish made by adding teriyaki sauce to steak made from Gigant Buffalo. Where are Jims? Uh huh. I only bought one. I mean, I barely got this because the residents were having a bidding war. limited edition? At the word limited edition, Elises eyes shed. Since she was the second most wealthy queen, she naturally had a different desire to possess. I will pay double the price the contractor bought it for. The premium has already more than doubled. See the springwater sturgeon eggs here? Eating outside the tower shouldnt be called caviar. Its real. I see. 3 times. No, Ill give you five times. Its a bit difficult because I really worked hard to find it. Jinhyeok continued to sigh. Then what the hell can I give you! In the end, Alice couldnt stand it and screamed loudly. This is the moment when the mosquito queen snapped the bait. No, its nothing. Ill hand it over to you in exchange for a little of your blood. My blood? My side was always fast. Please take this opportunity to donate blood. True ancestors blood is a top-notch itemparable to dragon blood. Even when strengthening weapons. Or even when used in alchemy or various magic. This means that maximum efficiency can be achieved. Ive tried to get it several times, but Ive failed every time. Bad memories of the past passed through Jinhyeoks head. Or when youre sleeping soundly. When you are eating a delicious dessert. Or I tried to get a nosebleed by deliberately inducing injury. Of course, the impure intentions failed every time. It was a bonus that Alices terrifying Blood Lord retaliation followed. Ellis hesitated for a moment. His pupils looked at the sandwich and Jinhyeoks face alternately and fell into trouble. for a while too. As if Alice had made up her mind on something, she made a counter-proposal to Jinhyeok. good. Ill give you blood instead. Good idea Huh? instead? Take it the same way I would ingest blood. Then I will admit it. A strange smile crept across Alices lips. shit. Itspletely dried up. It was a voice telling me to put my mouth on the nape of my neck, just like when I drink blood. But you cant give up just because you dont like it. Obtaining the true ancestors blood was a prerequisite for clearing the 33rd floor, including Egoni. What will you do? Before I knew it, Elisepletely regained herposure. Haa Jinhyeok, who was rubbing the back of his neck, nodded instead of answering. Whoops. So please be gentle. Elise tilted her head slightly. To make it easier to suck blood. Soft silver hair flowed down the nape of her neck. what is this It bes strangely tense. Jinhyeok injected magic into his mouth. parts. A blue river was oveid on the fangs. Very slowly Jinhyeok put his mouth on Alices neck. A warm feeling spread across her lips. I have to concentrate as much as possible from the moment I inhale blood. Due to its high purity, if you are not careful, it can cause magic and repulsive action inside. In particr, since he has built up his internal energy, if he falls into the coin cultivation, it will cause irreversible results. Ouch Ellis trembled slightly as if it hurt a little. Again. Again. Hot drops of blood flowed out. Magical power that rapidly spreads through the body. The pure blood of Jinjo flowed through his veins. Of course, this is not permanent. Unless you are a blood rtive vampire, you must use the blood you just received quickly. Jinhyuks movements became a little faster. [Opens Memories of the World.] A library with numerous skills appeared behind his back. You have already decided which ability to choose. [Defense me, Down Fall, and Kaskar Diav are fused!] [ Dark and Blood attributes are added due to Ataraxias blood!] Status windows that appear one after another . As the powers connected as one, the dazzling light flickered. [Seeded in fusing the unique window re Eclipse.] [re Eclipse] Difficulty to obtain: Unmeasurable Description: You will be able to gather the power of the huge sun in one hand and manifest it. Temperatures reaching 1 million K and X-rays. And the Blinding Radiance will bring nightmares to enemies facing the Unique Holy Lance. [The fused ability is stored in the Memory of the World.] The result of thebination of the fire attribute abilities. Its ability exceeded expectations. With this, I got another card in my hand. But just then Whoops! A white drone flew along the way. Its not Lee Taemins. It was a reconnaissance drone with a much more advanced and stronger core. brother! brother! Lee Tae-min and Yoo Yeon-hwa came running in response to the unfamiliar magic. I was proud to see that he maintained a sharp sense of humor even while resting. Elise, on the other hand, was still confused about what she was ashamed of. Yes, its about time theye. The wise men of Refloor Pylon Tower. With the opening of the hidden link quest, it must have been that the very shitty guys couldnt stand it and moved first. as if to prove it. that buck Out of the darkness, people in white uniforms appeared. number twelve. Except for the elderly in the lead, the rest were all young men and women in their 20s and 30s. Lee Tae-min and Yoo Yeon-hwa reflexively gathered their mana. It was an instinctive move in preparation for an emergency. Then, the old man at the forefront lifted his arms upwards and conveyed that he had no hostile intent. Heh heh heh. You dont need to be so vignt. We are sorcerers from Reflor to help you. This ruin is a dangerous area even on the 33rd floor I rushed over because people who had just arrived here entered. horns to help. They must be thinking of taking the opportunity and blowing it in the back of the head. Does it make sense that we caught up with this side even though we only came by the shortest route in the first ce? Unless you opened a gate that could only be used in the Crystal Tower. But there is no need to expose that fact. Because hitting the back of the head of the guy you were about to stab was the most thrilling thing. Even if its not like that, Im passing through here. The more the number of heads, the better It worked out. I know what your intention is, so Ill go along with it from now on. First of all, its from acting stupid. Jinhyuk changed his expression 180 degrees. I feel really grateful and happy. And the reinforcements from the great city of magic engineering came, so he didnt know what to do with his face. It was a difficult car because everyone was tired and having a hard time Thank you. no. Preventing unnecessary sacrifices is the mission of those who harmonize magic and machines. I just did what I had to do. Oh my name is Johannes. Although he iscking, he is taking on the undeserved position of the sage of the Crystal Tower. The name is familiar. My name is Kang Jin-hyeok. yer Kang Jin-hyuk. haha. Then, please take good care of me while you are at the ruins. Oops. I am. While each other has different ns. New characters joined the ship. Chapter 531 Episode 531. Ruins, Dark Volcano (2) After the break, Johannes exnation of what happened was also finished. Is this really possible? Who is it? Didnt a magic engineer from Reflor join the Goinmul Corporation? Besides, that old man. The sage who often appeared on the central fountain screen. He is a very tall man. Finally walking on a flowery path. new reinforcements. The fact that those who could be called the leaders of the 33rd floor also came to raise the morale of the raid. The darkness of the ruins strategy was starting toe true little by little. Seeing such a raid, Johannes swallowed augh inwardly. Theyre like stupid people. It was hard to hold backughter when I saw the idiots giggling, not knowing that the ce they were guiding to was Hell. No, but you cant be careless. I dont know about the other guys, but I cant ignore that guy named Kang Jin-hyeok. I never thought I would really achieve the conditions of the hidden chain quest. For the past few hours, Ive been sweating hard to calm Pendragons anger. Part of the crystal tower was destroyed. But that humiliation is all over. If you go a little further a ce where you can kill dozens of people will appear. Johannes took off his pretense and led the party deep into the ruins. The ce that appeared like that was a long one-legged bridge. A long bridge made of marble connected two huge cliffs. Kuhm! greatness. The one in front of me is the ce called The Bridge of Dreams that I mentioned earlier. If you pass through this bridge, you can enter the deepest part of the ruins. Its a dreamy leg Hey, if this falls, you wont even be able to pick a bone, right? Jinhyuk nced down. It must be magma shining faintly with a red light down there. If it falls, it must be considered dead. Haha, there are some traps but Ill tell you how to attack them, so you dont have to worry too much. Its a strategy. Jinhyeoks mouth twitched. It was because he had struggled to hold back the burst ofughter. If you give me advice, I will be grateful. In fact, the Bridge of Daydreams is a bridge with the characteristic of literally disturbing the five senses. Countless traps seem to exist, but most of them are just illusions. If you can only distinguish the real thing, you can pass it without too much difficulty. Johannes poured out preparedments like a storm. Do you know how to tell them apart? yes. See the faint smoke floating around the bridge? A hallucinogenic fog. Its the kind that gets absorbed through the skin. The faces of the raid members who listened to the word that it was absorbed through the skin wrinkled. Its not like you can seal the whole body and throw it away. There was no item thatpletely blocked the air. haha. Dont worry too much. Fortunately, if you wear this crystal ne around your neck, you will be able to resist the hallucination. Johannes took out nes with dazzling blue crystals from his bosom. Ohhh! Its really fortunate that I met the people involved in Refloor! good. you can do it. I can! The yers cheered. Since opportunities that are not easily obtainede one after another, of course I have no choice but to be excited. Jinhyeok also got a crystal ne. Theres no such thing as a real big deal to just give something like this. If what Johannes said is true, it is a tree that gives generously. That is if true. [Ne of Courage] Difficulty to obtain: A Description: This is a magical engineering item made by processing sapphire crystals with quite sophisticated skills. when worn. Increases resistance to fear by 130%. Also gains an additional +1% resistance per +1 number of yers wearing the ne. Ne of Courage. In modern terms, it is a kind of drug ne. It is an item with the property of paralyzing fear and explosively increasing adrenaline instead. The n is to roast and boil us with tant lies and then kill us all on the bridge. It is an absurdly shameless and cruel n. It was even more fatal because it was an action after building a certain amount of trust. I know its a pretty brainy n, but well. Things arent going to turn out the way you want them to. Still, in this situation, you should react as you should. So as not to get too suspicious. Hmm. The conditions are really good, but the fog is too thick. Could guide Johannes and the rest take the lead? Im sorry, but thats all we can offer you. It was forbidden as a rule to go beyond the depths of the ruins. Above all, if a magician climbs on the dream bridge, the bridge itself copses. There is no way to verify the truth, so believe it unconditionally This is it. This is the reaction as expected. Whoa. All right. Then, is there anything else I should be careful about? Ah, one thing. You must never use a unique ability or skill to clear the fog. There is also a risk of the bridge itself copsing. All right. You helped me to this extent, but from now on, we will do our best. Jinhyeok smiled and turned to the ce where the party was. Are you okay? Right brother. Excessive hospitality is something to be careful of but its kind of weird. Usually, the residents on the stairs have never been so kind, right? Lee Tae-min and Yoo Yeon-hwa sent alert eyes. Hmm. Even Jim looks ufortable. No matter how much schrs focus on research, they wouldnt want the stairs they manage to be easily attacked. Alice also added a word with her arms crossed. Hey. Are you so suspicious of people who approached you with good intentions? Dont worry, just stay firmly behind me. Jinhyeok stood at the forefront wearing the ne. Hyung, but why are you bringing out the sword? It seems to raise the magic power to the maximum? contractor. Are those legs okay? Everyone asked anxiously. However, Jinhyeok did not answer and stood up on the bridge. [You have entered the Bridge of Dreams!] Thats it. As I stepped through the thick fog, my vision was blurred. Its a new word, but this bridge boasts a really crazy difficulty. Even though I had already experienced it several times, cold sweat broke out on my limbs. Theres a reason why Johannes is so sure hell kill. so that. We have to do something even crazier here. Jinhyeok began to measure the timing internally. While the party was anxious, they climbed onto the bridge one by one. It was thanks to the effect of the Ne of Courage. 3 seconds 2 seconds 1 second. The moment when everyone ispletely on the bridge. Boooooong! A terrifying piercing sound rang out. What appeared through the fog was the hand of a golem the size of a house. Even one finger was almost the size of an elephant. Aaaagh! Ah, its an iron golem! A golem whose entire body is covered in iron. No, judging from the thick crystals embedded in the surface, it must have been a much higher species than that. Eternal Golem Jinhyeoks eyes narrowed. This is the moment when one of the monsters that can be said to be the essence of magical engineering appeared. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Thick fingers are visible through the smoke. The yers tried to avoid it in a panic. However, there were extremely limited ces to escape on a bridge about 7m wide. however. Wow! The golems fingers froze in the air. [Lee Tae-min activates his unique ability Machine Lord!] [Depending on the perk of Hextech, the total stats of his unique ability increase by 200%!] A whopping 200%. The strengthened drones gathered and took the golems blow. Magic bombs rained down from the aircraft of the drones that seeded in defense. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! Pew! Blue mes rose in all directions. Whenever the Eternal Golem tried tounch a physical attack, Taemin Lees flying drones mercilessly counterattacked. No way! Excited by the overflowing magical power, Lee Tae-min ran wild. The sense of exhration that he had be several times stronger than usual stimted his heart pleasantly. Now Maybe I could use an 8-star or higher skill. Lee Tae-min calmed down his excitement and focused his mind. [Machine Lord C Auto Pilot Mode Storm Saver activated!] Sess! Armor covering the whole body. Lee Tae-min, who boarded the mechanical robot, pulled out a pair of swords made of sma in both hands. Parts! A beautiful beam of light extended about 2m. Goooooo! The Eternal Golem sensed something unusual and changed its attack pattern. far, not near. The n was to burn the energy contained in the crystal ball to vaporize the intruders on the bridge at once. [Eternal Golem uses its unique ability Magic Quantum Cannon!] Parts! Yellow lines gathered in the distance. ??? Hmm Johannes, who was watching the battle, stroked his beard. I thought that if I added the unfamiliar terrain and the surprise attack of the golem, I would quickly decide the game. No matter how much I fly and crawl, even Kang Jin-hyeok wont be able to use his strength as much as he did in The Bridge of Dreams. But what Among the raids, there were people who knew how to handle magic engineering. It also has a very proficient level. It might be an unexpected headache. You shouldnt worry too much about it. wise man Even if you pass through the golem by any chance, isnt there the strongest guardian of this ruin behind it? youre right. Guardians are also guardians, but the temple in the deepest part of the ruins is forbidden even to us. Each of the residents who came with him reassured Johannes with ament. Of course, as they say, it is impossible to return alive here once you set foot on the bridge. If youre really lucky, only one. I was wondering if only the magic engineer could barely get a lifeline of his own. Still, I dont know why. Johannes continued to feel uneasy. And the reason immediately became apparent. hmm? Johannes gaze and Jinhyeoks gaze met head-on. Its too exquisite timing to call it a coincidence. Above all, the ominous smile Jinhyeok showed at the moment their eyes met pierced Johannes heart. something is going wrong. Instinct was sending out a warning with all its might. -Never use a trait or skill to clear the fog. There was only one condition that was the only limiting thing about the bridge of daydream. Oh, no! Yohannes hurriedly reached out and tried to dissuade Jinhyeok. however. Okay. Its alreadyte. [Inherited ability Realm of Wind is activated!] The smoke that covered the entire bridge disappeared like a lie. at the same time. [The guardian of the ruins wakes up.] [All objects within the guardians detection range are recognized as enemies.] [The absolute judgment, Field of Dreams is activated!] [All beings in the ruins until the guardian disappears. You wont be able to go outside.] Phrases indicating the worst appeared one after another. Chapter 532 Episode 532. Dream Bridge (1) The red status window blinked in session. The fogpletely lifted and the scenery of the bridge came in. It is not a story that is good because the sight is secured. Everyone in this area is in danger as the worst trap has been triggered. why! why! Didnt you hear that you shouldnt walk through the fog!? Yohannes shouted at Jinhyeok to make his throat explode. I couldnt help but be angry. I didnt tell you hundreds of rules. Only one. Because I warned you to be careful of one thing. But its not an amoeba, and I never thought Id forget that fucking easy thing in a matter of minutes. It was just a bit frustrating to look at, so I removed it and it turned out like this. sorry. Im really reflecting. See you. You have your hands up too. You say that! Cant you see that everything has been ruined because of yer Kang Jin-hyuk? But when youre stillughing like that! Hmm. therefore. A fishy smile crept across Jinhyeoks lips. Its not okay for me to troll its okay for you to stab us all in the back or something like that? yes? As if caught off guard, Johannes took a deep breath. What do you mean by that The Bridge of Daydream has no effect of disturbing the five senses. The fog doesnt do us any harm either, its just a device for the Guardians sleep. Hup! Uhuhhow do you know all that? This bridge must have been the first Thats it, I dont know. Lets run around sweating our feet from now on. great sage Mr. Its very fair. The time for giggling in the safety zone is over. If you start a hellfire, it is only natural that the person who started the fire should also enter the furnace together. die or not Or go through the bridge alive. Only one of the two remains. Right then. Pants! Patsut! The Eternal Golems magic quantum cannon was fully formed. If the range just before was above the bridge. Now, the ce where Yohannes is is also within the range of influence of the magic quantum cannon. Aaaagh! Yohannes screamed and stepped back. Kuk! First, protect the wise man! The rest of the magic engineers quickly formed their formation. at the same time. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! A dazzling light swept through the ruins. Everyonee behind me! Lee Tae-min, who was in the lead, pulled out a translucent shield. [Lee Tae-min, the machine lord C uses a sma Shield!] The shield instantly grew in size with a green glow. Wow! Immediately, a tremendous shock hit his whole body. It is to the point where the illusion that the bridge itself is about to copse urs. However, Lee Tae-min steadfastly received all the firepower with his whole body. Because he knew that if he backed away, everyone behind him would be in danger. Cuckoo Cuckoo! How long has it been like that? A few seconds passed that seemed like hours. Finally, the beam of light from the magic quantum cannon subsided. Tongue tongue uh! Lee Tae-min struggled to throw the sword he was holding. It is a Storm Saber, a melee weapon created through magical engineering. Now. bang! Jinhyeok soared into the air at once. A terrifying sword-gang sprang along the Storm Saber. Whoa! The two different magical powers began to resonate roughly. Ohoh? The Eternal Golem raised its head. Usually, after a strong attack, there is always a gap to fill. It has a lot of crystal balls attached, so the output is good, which is also an advantage when attacking. When you are defenseless like this, you only expose your weaknesses. The Eternal Golem reflexively reached out to protect the body. However, it was not enough to stop the movement of Jinhyeok, who was running like a storm. Tok tok! fault! Jinhyeok, who had flown through his fingers, burrowed inside using the sword horse Cheonryeongbo. eleration was added to the natural movement like flowing water. Nothing stands in the way now. There was a thin shield spread out, but thats it, but its just a ss wall of mana in front of the sword. Kwadeuk! The sword ran across his neck. The Eternal Golems head was cut off with a clean swordsmans sword. The spinning head disappeared under the bridge. staggering The huge body also fell unbnced. ? Thanks to Taemin, it was easy. Yoo Yeon-hwa and Elise also did their part reliably so that the rest of the yers would not be harmed. Thanks to this, there was no damage on this side. On the other hand. Turn it off Cool! Wow! Gagging! Healing potions because everyone likes them. Help me! The side where Yohannes was was miserable. There were twelve magic engineers who came here, including Johannes. Half of them died or were seriously injured in the previous attack. The biggest reason was that they were careless about being safe andck of time to prepare. In particr, Yohannes was still unable to ept the reality due to shock. Im telling you because Im so nice. There will be no time to be bruised. iced coffee. I know youre upset, but dont stare at me like that. Revenge is good, but isnt that possible only when life is attached? As soon as the fog clears, the Guardian will fully awaken. All the traps set up here were also going to be activated. In other words. It is said that hell begins now. ??? p! p! A crackling noise heard everywhere. Particle cannons and proton cannons were fired from all directions. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! Whoops! Raise the shield and avoid the attack as much as possible with each escape. In the fierce battle that had alreadysted for several hours, the party took on their own roles and got used to the pattern. And of course. It was Jinhyeok who destroyed the traps that were as dense as a spiders web. Left there, yes. And right next time, aim for the turrets at the far end. With perfect instructions, always steal the timing half a beat first. Those who watched the prediction that was almost foreknowledge had no choice but to exim. Really amazing. Its different from what you see in the video. Seeing it right in front of my eyes Its aplete monster, isnt it? How can a human do this? Itspletely different from us. It is already deified among yers. If Jin-hyeok was saying it, he was on the verge of going into the fire with straw. But just then A different sound rang out . A discordant sound, as if the cleats themselves were dislocated and twisted, rather than the cleats meshing together. Jinhyuks hand stopped. Is it finallying? While being a guardian protecting this ruin. At the same time, a monster that could be even more threatening than a boss monster. [The Iron God of Dreams, Creed, is manifesting!] Something strangely shaped came in front of me. Height of just over 170 cm. It has a humanoid appearance resembling an adult male, but half of its face is made of thin iron. The pupils, red like blood, turned to Jinhyeok. What are you trying to cross here with only a few dozen people? Creed tilted his head. Then, suddenly, Johannes was caught in his field of vision. Aha, there was that old man. uh? But what is it? Ahahaha. Really? The idiot who dumped me here dared to crawl in without a safe zone? Creed, seeing that the fog had lifted, let out a maddening frenzy. It is now possible to kill everything in sight, not just on the bridge. Ugh Johannes whole body trembled. On the face full of fear, I could only find the emotion of fear. The rest of the magic engineers were also busy looking for a ce to run away with a lot of tension. Hmm. Is that guy that strong? Elise asked. Its pretty annoying. At least on this bridge, it can be said that it is located between the Great Hero and the Divine. Even if you take it as a minimum, its more than the Hector I met the other day. The other residents also avoided running into Creed when attacking the 33rd floor. Because the ability he had was too fraudulent. Lets see, I think its the right time to fully open the unique holy spear by now? Eye of gluttony scanned the target. [Creed Akstrao] Level: ??? Unique Sacred Spear: Cheolryeonhwa (F?A) Unique Ability: Iron Empire Skills: Lv37 Iron Flesh Lv36 Iron God Lv36 Magic Swordsman There are too many contents, so it will be switched to closed status. Copy Conditions: Creed, who once yed a major role in establishing the 33rd floor, waster betrayed by the Wise Men and imprisoned in the ruins. To Creed, this bridge must be the prison itself that binds him. Making him avenge Creed will copy one of his skills, and if you taunt and defeat Creed, you will be able to copy one of his unique Holy Lance and one of his unique abilities. Even if you dont need a unique holy spear, Iron Empire is a higher version of Machine Lord and is useful in many ways. Theres nothing difficult about getting revenge. Im willing to do that even if its not a copy condition. The question is how do you taunt that troublemaker and then take him down? While Jinhyeok was thinking, Creed moved. First of all, lets get rid of all the obstructive people and then lets talk slowly. Inspiration. A very long and enjoyable time will be waiting for you, so you can look forward to it. Creed giggled and stretched out his hand, as if he had no intention of killing him slowly. Snuggle Geek! A harsh sound prated my eardrums. What appeared through the palm was a whitish-colored skewer. There were no shy decorations, but just by itself, it was spewing a frightening amount of life. Lets see first. Paaang! The skewer leaped through space in the blink of an eye. Kuk! Taemin Lee stood up. Its fast, but not to the point where you cant react. I was thinking of activating the shield once again to stop it. however. Quadduk! uh? A crack appeared in the armor. The skewer shattered the outer shell and dug into the inside. But the problem didnt end there. The skewer not only possessed prating power, but also possessed the effect of eroding the surroundings from the point where it was dug in. Hey. Its pretty solid though. He should have been torn to pieces right away, but is it because he knows a little about magic engineering? Are you holding up well? Such a monster Lee Tae-min, breaking out in a cold sweat, tried his best to stop the skewer from prating. but its not enough Its just to dy the time a bit. In the next few seconds, even the cockpit will be prated by blood vessels made of steel. Right then. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! Spikes made of red blood were sprayed out. The skewers Creed had used bounced off. A trivial creature dares to have a party in front of Jim. Elise opened her mouth with her white brow furrowed. You Creed flinched for the first time. I hadnt realized that I had met Johannes again until just a moment ago. The existence of Alice von Ataraxia has now been recognized. joy. I guess you know Jim. Of course you know. How could I not know of one of the absolutes who was evaluated to be able to reach the 50th floor the most in the past? Creed shrugged and added a word. But thats an outside story. At least on this bridge, your arrogant skills will be useless. Hoo. That is such a boring provocation. Numerous red skewers began to appear from the distorted space behind her. Dozens and hundreds the number of skewers stretched out through the space was unfathomable to the naked eye. Whether Jims ability will work or not I will test it myself with my own hands. Chapter 533 Episode 533. Legs of Dream (2) Kwak-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Kwaaang! Two different kinds of skewers collided in the air. Shrapnel and fragments were scattered in all directions. A battle on the bridge. Its hard to believe that only two people are creating this incredible sight. However, as the airlift continued, Elises face became more frowned upon. It had to be. [Attacks do not work.] [Physical and magical damage is negated by 99.86%.] In the Bridge of Dreams, all abilities except magic engineering are reduced to dreams. It means that even a being with absurd power like Elise can only offset the opponents attack. So, as time went by, the charter began to slowly decline. Ahaha! so you said It wont be with you. Creed raged even more violently. The whitish-colored skewers that appeared in both hands began to twist bizarrely. At the same time, huge ornaments made of crystal appeared over Creeds shoulder. [Creed activates Lv34 Dreamers Crystal Arms!] The crystals made of sapphire, ruby, and emerald resonated. The colorfully shining mist swallowed the skewers. There was an energy that was iparable to before. It is the moment when physical force is added to the crystal, which can be said to be the essence of magical engineering. Parts! The skewer wrapped in three lights finished preparing to elerate. Without any propent, the throw flew away as if the mass had disappeared. Kwaaang! head side! no its heart ! Ellis, who managed to react, was pushed back. The shield made with the Blood Lord had long since been shattered in one blow. The power of saying that it is astonishing. Moreover, the threat of the crystal ball did not end there. damn As Creed snapped his fingers, he heard the sound of something rising from under the bridge. Kakakak Gagarak! A being that climbs a cliff. They were monsters such as scorpions, centipedes, and spiders made of machines. The tail of the scorpion and the leg of the centipede Lastly, the eyes of the spider were studded with crystal balls of different colors. Sparks went back and forth between the crystal spheres, maximizing each others mana. Keeeh! Koooooo! Its a staggeringly huge number. To the point that Ellis or Lee Tae-min could no longer cover it. Aaaagh! Damn, theyre climbing up like ants, right? How can I stop this? You have to run away. If you go back the way you came Great confusion arose among the yers. If the mere sight of Creed made my hamstrings tingle, now even the time to tremble in fear seems to have disappeared. While everyone is panicking like that. Hmm. Does ite out like this? Jinhyuk stroked his chin and nodded. It is true that the monsters summoned by Creed are threatening. But the important thing now is not to deal with all of them one by one. In the first ce, Creeds primary purpose was only one. and. I dont know, but isnt that a crystal specialized for breaking the barrier? I think Ive heard crystals with half and half colors, and maybe not Jinhyeok muttered to himself. what? No, look over there. Grandpa Johannes. Are you working hard on something? !? Creed, who was running wild with excitement, quickly looked to the side of the cliff. Hurry up! Hurry up and activate! No, what the hell are you doing! There, with Yohannes, who is screaming loudly. That its a very tricky barrier Im trying my best, but its not easy. There were magic engineers who were perplexed by Johanness extortion. Its obvious what youre doing without having to exin. Like rats, they were looking at each angle to escape. Its ridiculous. When the hell did you prepare something like that? I never imagined that I would have a trump card capable of prating the battle system of the ruins. So you said. Isnt it time for us to fight each other? What if we lose meaning to Johannes while trying to catch us? Arent you being aplete fool then? Thats right. Thats the worst case. In order to release the anger that has umted so far, Johannes must get his hands on it no matter what. Sheesh! okay. Thats right too. see you a littleter Im enjoying the stretched string here. Then then go slowly and see what you have to do. Jinhyeok kindly shook his hand. Quaang! Creed hurled himself to where Johannes was. And that was the start of a nightmare for both sides. ??? Whoaaaagh! Ohe. Hesing! The magic engineer confirmed that Creed was approaching and posted an urgent report. Johannes also had his eyes wide open. Due to Creeds personality, theres no way hell just leave the obstructionists in front of him and aim right there. There was no possibility of rushing the hunt, especially now that he waspletely convinced that he had trapped his prey in the dock. But still, this No way Something shed through Johannes mind like lightning. To be precise, I saw Jinhyeok, who had an evil smile on the bridge, waving his hand. A guy who wouldnt be happy to eat this alive Cursing welled up naturally. He seemed to know why the deities of other levels wanted to kill the human named Kang Jin-hyeok so much. I should have been a little more careful. I shouldnt have resorted to a single trap and should have prepared a n B and C. Undermining the opponent was the worst mistake. But regretting it now means nothing. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Quaaaaaagh! My arm! As Creed swung the skewer in both hands, a thick spray of blood erupted. Where are you going to leave me alone? We have so many things left to say? This filthy mongrel if told to protect the ruins, it would do its job well. How dare you stick your teeth at us? Hoo. Even though old man is about to die, is his snout still alive? If you keep doing that, you may die more painfully. joy! dog sound! Its true that youre a monster, but we didnte herepletely unprepared. The option to run away has already disappeared. Johannes took out a cube decorated with runes from his chest. Whoa! [Sealed Hexagonal Cube was used!] [The sorcery weapon Crystal Dragon (SS) awakens.] [The sorcery weapon Titanium Golem (AAA) awakens.] Significant numbers of troops on both sides of Johannes appeared. A crystal dragon that boasts an overwhelming size. Koooooo! Its not enough for a real dragon, but it can stillpete with the undead type of bone dragon. That alone would be enough to threaten Creed. Besides, arent there as many as 100 titanium golems that are second in strength? Originally, it was prepared for the grand n with Pendragon but it doesnt matter. Because nothing is more important than life. Destroy that wicked Guardian right now! At Johannesmand, the crystal dragons and titanium golems moved. Hahaha! okay. Even an earthworm should wriggle if you step on it. Its going to be fun now. Not to be outdone by this, Creed led the legion and moved toward the edge of the cliff. Another great war broke out. Gooooh! The titanium golems fists crushed the bugs, and the crystal dragon swallowed a spider whole in one bite. On the other hand, the monsters based on numerical superiority surrounded the golems and destroyed them one by one. A battle where you dont know which side will win. however. Quaang! An explosion urred on Johannes titanium golem. What is gagging, what is this again? Johannes, who wasmanding the golems nearby, was caught in the explosion. Johannes, who managed to shake off the fire on his robe, red at Jinhyeok. Oh sorry. It was a mistake. You got your aim wrong. Really, Ill get it right next time. Jinhyuk raised a hand. Bang! Ah! This time, Creeds head snapped. Oops. did it hurt a lot? Sorry. Fortress zero uracy is terrible. Is it because Noan came? Great. Jinhyeok bowed 90 degrees this time as well and apologized. Then, metallurgy, metallurgy began to gnaw through the troops on both sides. Its not overtly obvious, but to the point where it bothers me a little bit. C Could it be that Im ying into that bastards clutches? -If youre going to cut off the power of both sides like this after making them fight with usible words I understand your intentions. The problem is that even if you know the intention, you cant deal with it. As the key was to destroy the enemy right in front of him, he had no time to focus on anything else. -If you kill Johannes, its that guys turn. -Ill cook it properly after destroying only Creed. Both of them chewed their mrs and promised to follow a littleter. ??? I bought some time with this. You muste up with this next move until one of you dies. I think we should find a way out. Fighting him is just a waste of time. Ellis calmly judged the current situation. As the saying goes, facing Creed on this bridge is too risky. In addition to being able to inflict damage only with magic engineering, Creed was an all-round guardian with abilities specialized in both anti-personnel and anti-war battles. Of course, its not impossible to kill at all, but I need an opportunity to create a gap. The one who can ept all of Creed at the forefront. Lee Tae Min. It was a valuable colleague who had been together since the Tower of Trials in the past, and it was also the card that held the key to conquering this floor. If you want to wake up, that would be the best way Jinhyeok chewed on the first route that came to mind. A really sure way. The downside was the high risk of being criticized as trash by everyer. Its either awakening or insulting Well, its not a very difficult problem. Its not even a day or two. Now, you can listen to it as a luby, just like listening to a fairy tale. Jinhyuk quietly put the dagger to his thigh. And without hesitation, he stabbed deeply. Push! Blood dripped from his thigh. contractor? What are you doing? its crazy? Alice was startled and tried to treat her, but Jinhyuk stopped her by raising his hand. This isnt enough. Awesome! once. Shut up! Once again. While Lee Tae-min and Yoo Yeon-hwa are fighting the monsters, we must increase the number of fatal wounds as much as possible. Keeeh! Kyaaaaagh! Monsters with gigantic size. Unlike Johannes, who was frantic, Creeds side had returned some of their forces to this side. Stop this way a little longer! I still dont have enough horse power to operate all the drones Okay! Did you all hear? Dont just stare nkly and have to pay for food to live, right? shit. Lets do it. We cant just leave all our burdens to the deceased corporation. I go too! Wow! Starting with Lee Tae-min and Yoo Yeon-hwa, the rest of the yers formed a formation. This is the moment when the prelude to the defensive battle to defend against the mindless attack has risen. in between. Kyaa, its perfect. Jinhyeokpleted a makeup enough to p him on the face for Halloween. Blood and wounds all over the ce. No matter who sees it, there is no choice but to mistake it for a serious injury. Although the wounds had already been healed through the Blessing of the Stars. However, there would be no way to recognize it unless you stripped off your clothespletely. Lets see the theme of the costume Should I make a noble sacrifice with my colleagues? The clichd king is also an indispensable element in boys films. Jinhyeok started acting to awaken Lee Taemin in earnest. Chapter 534 Episode 534 Machine Lord Lee Tae-min (1) 1 minute 1 second is a frantic battle. The only thought was that he had to deal with the enemies in front of him and protect therades next to him. Still I can hold on. Lee Tae-min gathered all his mana. The premise that only those who have mastered magic engineering can inflict damage. Thats why the thought that if he copsed, everything was over, weighed down his whole body. have to endure somehow If Im dealing with trash mobs, my brother will open the way. Even at the worst moment, I didnt think I would lose if I was with Jinhyeok. however. brother? The ideapletely copsed. Because an unbelievable scene unfolded before my eyes. brother? Yoo Yeon-hwa, who was crushing the scorpion with her bare hands, also muttered in disbelief. In front of me, Jinhyeok, covered in blood, was walking staggeringly. that buck Haa haa. Heavy breathing and unfocused pupils. The amount of blood soaking the clothes is not unusual. It was so terrifying that it was surprising to be alive. brother! how! Lee Tae-min ran at one step without being able to speak. Jinhyeok leaned on Lee Taemins shoulder and copsed. My body was as cold as ice. The sound of breathing was also very thin. Sorry a guy who was too strong came up I tried to hold on as much as I could. Kuck. Cool! Kuck! Jinhyuk coughed up blood from his mouth. To be precise, it was fake blood made of food coloring and starch syrup, but no one noticed it because the smoke was so real. Only one. Except for Alice, who was watching all of this right next to her. Ugh. contractor. I have too much magic for something like that Oops! Ellis, who was talking, grabbed his side. It was because the rock fragments flew and hit them. It was also because he urately hit the part where the pituitary nd was located, so the pain was indescribable. While Elise grunted and grabbed her stomach, Jinhyeok held Lee Taemins hand for thest time. Taemin. Hyung dont say anything. Speaking of bleeding Lee Tae-min hurriedly pulled out a bandage and potion from the subspace. However, no matter how much potion was poured into it, the blood showed no signs of stopping. Its a natural story. Because there were no wounds. Only fake blood prepared in advance continued to spurt out. Im okay. More other people. Trust us We have to save the others who made it this far. And Im so sleepy. Wait a minute Wait a minute. Ill close my eyes just a little bit. Jinhyeok blurted out his words. Then he closed his eyes to himself. kyaa Even the appropriately arranged lines and the timing connecting each scene. everything is perfect I naturally felt that I wanted to record itter and watch it over and over again. brother! brother! The voices of the two men were hoarse. It was because I knew it was really dangerous to lose consciousness like this. . The two people who were checking Jinhyeoks condition bit their mrs. There is nothing that can be done in the current situation where even the highest level potions do not work. I dont know what happened to him, but it meant that if Jinhyeok was hit, he wouldnt be able to be a decent healer or shaman. If there was at least Teresa If so, the possibility would have been a little higher. Taemin! uh? Wake. Like my brother said, if we copse, it really is the end! Yes. now there is no turning back Someone you can trust and rely on. All the insurance that someone will do it for you is gone. Above all Lee Tae-mins gaze turned to the unconscious Jin-hyeok. The moment when 1 minute and 1 second is urgent. keep To avoid losing someone dear to you. [Lee Tae-min activates his unique ability Machine Lord!] Kuku-kuku-kuku! The scattered drones began to gather in one ce. ??? Kwajik! Legs bent at bizarre angles. Quaaaaagh! Johannes screamed at his throat. I couldnt stand it at all when the terrible pain prated my brain. I dont know how it happened. I definitely used a card that I thought would be able to hunt even Creed. All of his own works were smashed. In particr, the Crystal Dragon, unlike golems, is the essence of magical engineering made with great care. However, the crystal dragon was finished without even being able to resist properly in front of Creed. The huge crystal that was the power source was smashed in half. Only empty pupils that have lost their vitality remain. -Creed on the bridge of daydreaming reaches the stage of bing a god. Under limited conditions, it transcends existing limitations. It was only now that I could understand the meaning of those words. it hurts? huh? Are you in a lot of pain? Creed giggled and grabbed the other leg. Stop that, you crazy psychopath Yeah, thats really fun. Seeing that the snout is alive even in this situation, its really amazing how great our old man is. Breaks joints mercilessly. Crunchy! The ankle turned about 180 degrees. Johannes face quickly turned red. Wow! Wow! Yes, I have to cry like that so my anger goes away a little. I still have one more bite left. Because I wanted to make the painst as long as possible. Oh right. Before we can rx and enjoy ourselves, we need to clean up the rags over there. No, since I sent about 300 of them, I wonder if its over already? Creed recalled Jinhyeok, whom he had just killed. Even if not as much as Johannes. That person also touched his own nting. I will never send you well. But just then huh? A strange magic power was sensed behind Creeds back. What, why is that guy suddenly glowing? The only human who is learning magic engineering. Thats why I watched with a little interest, but I was only a little interested. I didnt pay any more attention to it. This is because the limits of their abilities were clearly visible. but. Something has changed? unusual power. The crystal spheres floating in the air were emitting a painful resonant sound. Creed slowly rose from his seat. Suddenly, Johannes was taken aback. This isnt easy. Hmm. Wasnt there a funny guy among the humans? [Creed activates his unique ability Iron Empire!] A crown made of steel that appears on Creeds forehead. It wasnt a great crown needed to break through the 50th floor, but it was a holy relic with the power tomand all the monsters within the ruins. standing tall All mechanical bugs stopped moving on the spot. at the same time. All the bugs eyes turned to where Lee Tae-min was. Kill. Creed gave the order. Keeeh! Koooooo! In an instant, a huge number of insects moved toward Lee Tae-min. Concentrating all the firepower in one ce, rather than separating the forces, would be impossible even if not Johannes, but the rest of the wise men from the Pylon came together. Cuckoo Cuckoo! An earth-shaking roar filled the entire cliff. Insects with wings also appeared in the air. Likewise, they were magical lifeforms that were powered by the crystal ball as a medium. A great army that makes your whole body freeze just by looking at it. Ugh Oh, thats amazing. Do I have to deal with all those guys? Cold sweat dripped down the yers cheeks. That moment. Whoa! Golden rays of light fell from the sky. [Lee Tae-min activates Machine Lord C Round Castle!] New drones and mechanical soldiers are rbined around the crystal balls. Chunk! Chunk! 1 man corps. Lee Tae-min, who had over a thousand mechanical troops, stood at the forefront. thump! The overloaded mana began to gnaw away at the whole body. In the first ce, it was impossible to lead such arge army with the 7-star abilities they possessed. It is said that it is a possible area because everyone has exceeded their limits and burned their own vitality. However, no matter how painful and painful it is, he never expresses it. A round arrangement with Lee Tae-min at the center. In the middle of it, Lee Tae-min boarded a mechanical robot made of pure white armor. From now on, I will control everything. [System all green. Aye Aye sir. master.] A huge screen made of holograms appeared in front of me. A kind of exhibition board where you can see the deployment of all troops and even the location of the enemy. Lee Tae-min calmed down and drew all the ns in his head. Soon after, the two armies collided at one point. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! Keew! Kek? Creeds bugs, which had been pushing forward, stopped on the spot. hard. The first line of ironds held the line holding their shields. The few seconds that he had earned were invaluable in the melee. Wheein! The drones poured magic bullets and bombarded the carpet. Wow! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! The damage was enormous because the enemy was aiming at a densely popted area. mes soared and the ce where the insects were gathered quickly turned into a sea of fire. It is to the point where the illusion that the entire cliff has be a volcano urs. [The interception system Patriot is activated!] [The Centurion recognizes the enemies!] [The anti-monster mine NF-5 is activated!] A tricky type of conditional defense skill was also activated one after another. In addition, if there was a hole where there was even a slight hole, Lee Tae-min, who boarded the white aircraft, directly stepped forward to fill the gap. Awesome! A green spear spouting sma drew a semicircle. Scorpions and spiders cut to pieces in one blow. He didnt go out with Jinhyeok often, but through a real battle with Yooyeonhwa, he had already reached a certain level in closebat. ??? Good. Jinhyeok, who had closed his eyes, opened his eyes slightly. Wouldnt it be nice toy this much ground rice? Lee Tae-mins awakening condition is simple, but not easy to achieve. In the fierce battle between life and death, ovee the limit only with your own strength, not relying on someone else. And the reason should be for the person you value. Both of these must be satisfied. Thanks to my perfect acting, both of them were solved. As long as Lee Tae-min haspletely settled his mind, it will only be a matter of time until he awakens. The problem is that Creed, who hasnt shown his sincerity yet, has to finish it before he opens the uniqueness window Jinhyeoks eyes narrow. I could see the slightest change in Creeds expression as the force rapidly dwindled. There is a crack in the Iron Empire, a unique ability that you cant doubt . Above all, the fact that he is struggling with Lee Tae-min, who is in a lower ss than himself as a magic engineer, must be scratching his pride. It was then. A strange thing happened where Creed was. Chapter 535 Chapter 535. Machine Lord Lee Tae-min (2) Puff! A wound on Creeds thigh. One of the bugs created by magic engineering stung Creeds thigh. what? Creed opened his eyes. Aside from the bitter pain. The perplexity of what the hell had happened to this situation was even more pervasive. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Keeck! With just one gesture from Creed, the one who raised the protest was turned into powder and scattered. The crystal that turned red is proof that it is out of control. No way Theres no way. It must be a mere coincidence. Now that Iron Empire has been activated, there is no existence that can intervene with ones abilities. But its a coincidence over one incident. No one calls it a coincidence, including all sessive events. Chick-Geek. Chick-Geek! The color of the crystal spheres continuously changes. You bastard A strange thing was happening. ??? Pounding. In the trance. Lee Tae-min was trying hard to catch the string of consciousness that remained like a thread. I dont even know how theyre already fighting. I just hold on and hold on with one single thought to save Jin-hyeok and the rest of the people. Kwaaang! The body bounced off due to the huge impact. A heavy shock that weighed down the whole body. Fingers do not move properly. I cant even count how many ribs Ive lost. And yet it happens again. Awesome! I bit my mrs and grabbed the fallen spear again. falling down It happens again and again. fall down again Again and the moment the counting became meaningless. Lee Tae-min, who had been pushing himself endlessly, reached that boundary. At the end of the limit, he had used up all of his remaining magic power. [You have achieved the opening conditions for Unique Sacred Lance.] Tring! What appeared was a single message. [Unique sacrednce Last Meister is activated!] Parts! The drones and all the armored soldiers around Lee Tae-min began to change. Rune words rose above the crystal spheres that were in charge of the center of the machines, and iparable magical power was injected. [The aircraft is upgraded.] [Numbering 003 C White Out activates.] Armor as white as snowkes. A thin and long magic crystal appeared above the engraved pattern. Whoops! Terrible mana was concentrated due to the high-speed rotating magic crystal. The long-awaited opening of the unique Holy Lance. This is the start of the second round in earnest. Quaang! Taemin Lee kicked off his seat and ran forward. The smoothness and overwhelming speed of the new aircraft surprised Lee Tae-min himself. This is my ability? Suddenly, the pain disappeared as if it had been washed. On the contrary, his mind was clearer than ever due to the new vitality. Took to me! 2 seconds. This is the time it took to break through more than 10 enemies and catch Creeds back. The spear, which rotated smoothly, was pierced from the top to the bottom. Kuh!? Creed reacted a beatte. It was several times faster than before, so I ended up estimating the speed incorrectly. Kwaaang! Part of the bridge copsed with a tremendous roar. But without any surprise, Lee Tae-min took the speed up a notch. As a pair of wings made of sma unfolded, sonic booms urred one after another. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! In a counterclockwise direction, Don Lee Taemin swung his spear like a storm. It feels like dozens of windows are rushing in and out at the same time. As soon as Creed was about to grab the de, Lee Tae-mins spear disappeared. Instead, a hard fist made of titanium struck Creed in the face. Thumb! A long stream of blood gushed out of hispletely bent head. This rat-like human Creed stole the blood from his mouth. Now I can see that youre a little sick. I think Ill be smashed if I mess with it because Ive gained some power Creeds expression changedpletely. If a little while ago there was still room for it, now the air has changed. I feel the will to press down with all my might. The crystal balls floating next to Creed resonated strangely. at the same time. Chii profit! Lasers radiated from the three crystal spheres. Lee Tae-min managed to turn around, but the drones got involved in the attack instead. Puffup! It explodes just by brushing against it. Drones in the air fell like fallen leaves. die. Creed rushed at Lee Tae-min, holding a whitish-colored skewer in both hands. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! Kaaang! Incredibly fast pace. The attack that was one step faster than Lee Tae-min bit the tail after tail. Lee Tae-min, who had bounced off, tried to take the initiative again, but Creed skillfully defended the gap and pushed Lee Tae-min further into the corner. In between taking a few breaths, dozens of spears came and went. I know your skills are quite usable, but you didnt think you could handle the unique voice you just learned, right? A sly smile crept across Creeds lips. The uniqueness window is literally the extreme that one individual can exert. Learning it also required a ridiculous level of difficulty, but dealing with it is another area. It is said that even monsters who eat raw meat have to grind and polish for years. It would be impossible to use it properly as soon as you learn it. Creed turned his palm over again. Thesers were intertwined in a dizzying fashion, forming a dense. [Evasive maneuver is activated!] The system calcted the trajectory and calcted the optimal exit route. however. To avoid all of them there are too many and the patterns areplicated. Taemin Lee flew through the air, trying to get out of Creeds sight somehow. A mboyant movement. Most of thesers couldnt even touch Lee Tae-mins body. the problem is. It was that Creeds skill and practical experience were many times greater than Lee Tae-mins. Perpuck! Keugh! Lee Tae-mins face twisted. It moved frantically, but it was impossible to evadepletely. A thin hole appeared in Lee Tae-mins body, which fell into the triple-designed trap. Although the size of the wound was notrge, signs of abnormality were detected immediately because the area that was prated was on the crystal ball side. [Warning! The power source is damaged!] [Output is rapidly degraded!] [Operating output 92% 70% 55%.] Horsepower falling rapidly. Isnt it okay to do this? Lee Tae-min bit his mrs. It was kind of a fun hide-and-seek. A fledgling magic engineer. A few more years would have made it a lot more exciting thats kind of a pity. Whoops! Anotherser condensed right in front of Lee Tae-mins nose. If you hit that while the system is down, its the end. However, avoiding a situation where even flying was not feasible was something he couldnt even dare to do. Either ept the end calmly. Or will you die miserably? Whichever you choose, there is no chance of winning. But just when Creed was about to put an end to it. Whoops! A red status window appeared in front of everyone. It was a message that only the boss monsters in the ruins could send. [The boss monster Nano-Leaf wants to stop the battle for a while.] Attention to the yers who entered the ruins. At the same time, it was also an order sent to Creed. flinch Creeds facial muscles twitched. Its because its quite annoying to have your work interrupted. However, the opponent is the boss monster who controls the entire ruins anyway. Even Creed could not disobey that order. Swoop Creed raised his palm. Then, like a wave, the movement of the bugs stopped like a lie. Kiii. Kreurreu. He just looked at his prey with his eyes shining. A briefma was ced on the battlefield that was urgent. When the situation calmed down, the boss monster Nano-Leaf sent another message. [Nanoleaf makes a suggestion to yer Kang Jin-hyeok and Goin-in Corporation.] What a proposal That guy, Kang Jin-hyuk or something, has already fainted from being beaten by me. What kind of offer would you make to a guy with only his life on his hands? Creed let out a sigh of relief. But it defies everyones expectations. [Copying of abilitiespleted.] Someone wriggled up in a ce that had been quiet until now. ??? Ugh I guess I can move lightly now. Jinhyeok stretched for a long time. Ive been ying dead bodies to copy the unique holynce. Because of what happened a little while ago, I no longer need to act. brother? brother! Lee Tae-min, who was half desperate, and Yoo Yeon-hwa, who was leading the yers and blocking the monsters, shouted in surprise. It was because everyone thought that Jinhyeok had lost consciousness and was dying. Thats why I chose to fight even if it was overdoing it. However, the person in charge was nodding his head with a very calm face. As expected, the unique vocalnce is sweet. As Creed said, the extreme that a person full of talent can achieve only with a lot of effort and skill. That was the meaning of the unique holy spear. Of course, the pleasure of swallowing something someone has worked so hard for is iparable to any other drug. By the way, there were very few cases where nanoleafs were interested in yers Jinhyeoks eyes lit up with an interesting light. Most of them died because they were blocked by Creed, so I had to be interested in them, but I couldnt have them. In the first ce, due to the nature of the Nanoleaf, it was reluctant to mix words with inferior races. It is certainly interesting that a different pattern emerges from when I climbed the Tower of Trials in the past. May I ask what your suggestion is? [Nanoleaf says that the winner of this fight is decided anyway. Elsewhere the oue may be different, but at least on the bridge of dreams I am sure you will never surpass Creed. So] The status window blinked in session. [He said he would guarantee the safety of you and everyone who came with you, as long as you hand over the clues to the Crown of Pygmy and The Book That Makes Bug Sounds.] The purpose is the crown . And it was about the Necronomicon. Haha Jinhyuk scratched his head. Its a new word, but I realized that the guys on the 50th floor really exert their influence on every corner of the floor. Now, I never thought Id order the boss of the ruins to retrieve it. Conversely, it must mean that they are being chased that much. Its because theyre starting to show up in the range now. Sorry, but I will have to decline that offer. Jinhyuk shook his head slowly. [The nanoleaf shows ufortable feelings.] [Warning that you will really die if you are stubborn.] Well, I dont think that will happen? Jinhyeok shrugged and declined the offer again. The smirk was so sly that the nanoleaf showed no more mercy. Instead, in deep silence, he gave Creed an unspoken order. Hahaha, youre such an idiot. To kick the only way to live with my feet. Well, its me, I wanted to step on you from the beginning, so Im rather d. Try desperately. See if you can inflict a wound on my body with that clumsy ability. Creed giggled and grabbed the skewer again. Hmmm It seems that guy is seriously mistaken. Im really sorry, but Taemin isnt the only one among us who knows how to handle magic engineering. [Inherited ability Machine Lord is activated!] Blue light magic shimmered in his left hand. And its good to say that its almost simultaneous. Another ability stored in the library appeared. [The unique holy spear Last Meister is activated!] Chapter 536 Chapter 536. Red me Linked Quest (1) What is it? Creed stuttered. The ident had to stop at such a bewildering sight. All of the abilities that Jinhyeok showed so far werepletely different from magic engineering. I have so many abilities Its impossible to learn magic engineering. A mortal with a limited lifespan called a human being. The talent given to such people was fixed. but. What was unfolding before my eyes was unmistakably magic engineering. Its not like I learned it in a superficial way, but I feel like Im going to have a good time. Creepy. Creepy. Goosebumps broke out all over the body. Have you been hiding your abilities all this time? If so, what is the reason for that? I dont know. Now I couldnt even fathom the other persons intentions. You what the hell are you? What are you doing Creeds doubts did notst. Boooooong! It was because he sensed the arm of a giant golem approaching from the side before he knew it. Kuk! Creed quickly summoned a golem of the same type. Unlike the insect type, it was a special golem equipped with a crystal ball that was carefully crafted by hand. [The golem pulls out a crystal shield!] A massive and thick shield that looks massive at first nce. At the center of it, severalyers of defense skills were ovepped. Even if it collides head-on with a meteorite, it is said that it is prepared enough to withstand it. however. Kwaaang! The moment fist and shield collided, Creeds expectations were shattered again. It was because the golems shield, which was his own creation, was pierced without being able to withstand the blow. Storm water falling debris. Gooooh! The golem whose crystal ball was destroyed screamed in agony and fell down the cliff. Nonsense! Creed screamed. How could their skills be so different How could such an overwhelming scene be produced? I see it with my own two eyes, but I just cant believe it. But the nightmare has only just begun. that buck Jinhyeok, who appeared in front of him in an instant, used his new ability. [Unique Holy Spear Phase 2 is activated!] Phase 2 is oveid on the white armor created by the effect of Last Meister. The strangely shaped gauntletspletely covered Jinhyeoks fists. Whoops! The crystal ball embedded in the back of his hand rotated violently, creating a storm. Feeling threatened, Creed reflexively took up a defensive posture. I have no learning ability. to stop this? From below above. Jinhyeoks fist pierced the air. A ray of light shed. Tuquaaang! Ah! Creeds body was broken with a sher. absurd power. Defense doesnt mean anything. An excruciating pain I had never felt before, ran through my nerves and pierced my whole body. Im sorry, do you look sick? I said I was controlling my strength. Damn a baby! Lets see if you can stillugh. The crystal balls floating next to Creed shed all at once. It was to use the samesers that drove Taemin Lee. Parts Chi Chi Chik! Net-shapedsers aimed at Jinhyeok from all sides. but. [Unique Singer Last Maester C Lumen Reflector is activated!] A translucent reflector appeared on the way to theser. The moment theser hit the reflector, the trajectory began to bend and scattered irregrly in all directions. A dizzying movement that is impossible to predict. Lasers that do not discriminate against enemies cut everything in sight around them. omg!? Creed hurriedly threw himself away. At the same time, the magical power supply of the crystal spheres that were shooting wildly was cut off. If he continued, he did not know that a catastrophe in which he would die from theser he had activated would happen. On the other hand, Jinhyeok just stood there with his hands behind his back. As if asking what the next attack would be. Poududeuk! Creed gritted his teeth. A while ago it must have been a great chance to target me, but why were you just staring at it? The situation where the bnce was greatly broken while avoiding theser. If they did attack, it would certainly have dealt a heavy blow. Yeah, thats right. But I need a punching bag that feels good to hit. Good hitting feeling A punching bag? huh. There are still a lot of skills to use, but the punching bag shouldnt explode already. Thats why Im adjusting the strength and weakness appropriately. Jinhyuk smiled. And those wordspletely severed Creeds tether of reason. What the hell is that man talking about? punching bag? Do you adjust your strengths to master your abilities? The strongest guardian of the ruins. You mean youre looking at this body right now! A terrifying life gushed out from Creeds body. The mana that stretched out like a raging wave overflowed. Because the level of anger exceeded the limit, there was nothing to see. [Creed activates his unique holynce Iron Lotus!] Pupperpuck! Crystal balls embedded in the bodies of the insects, as well as floating crystal balls, were all smashed. Thousands of power sources disappeared all at once. thud! cooong! Numerous bugs copsed on the spot, like a doll whose thread had been cut. Tsutsutsut! This time, the shattered crystal powder gathered in one ce. Hundreds of millions of pieces of powder in the form of flowers. In other words, those many pieces are crystals with their own power. [The petals fully bloom.] Countless lights flickered. This is Creeds unique holy spear, Iron Flower. Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha! yes this is it This is it! Creed, intoxicated with his own power, burst into a frenzy. Even though the risk is great, a unique voice is still a unique voice. During the activation period, the maximum efficiency can be disyed. Quaang! Creeds figure disappeared along with the footprints clearly left on the ground. Jinhyuks gaze turned to the side. Kick! But when he reached out, Creed had already reached the opposite side. In an instant, the pollen rotated at high speed. A blow that maximizes pration as well as destructive power. Kwaaang! The fist hit Jinhyuks face as it was. The heavy blow felt through his fingertips and thrilled his brain. it went right in. not there yet! puck! Puffer Puck! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! before and after. The fists were driven without pause. At the same time, pollen gathered behind Creeds back to form a long spear. A final attack aiming for a gap in the mind with repeated hits. Creed, holding the spear with both hands, poured all his mana into one point. thats it! The tip of the spearhead aimed precisely at the heart. If a spear covered with iron lotus powder pierces the flesh, it will never be able to recover. Creed put on a smile of repentance. however. Kaaang! What resonated was not the sound of soft flesh digging through, but the sound of sharp des bouncing off it. Hopefully this will stop Its a coincidence. The opponent must have been battered and bloody from the repeated hits from just a moment ago. Its like an enemy whos on the verge of being knocked down. You just have to push a little more thats normal. Ughhhhhhhhhh A thick tendon popped out of Creeds forehead. I pushed with all my might, but somehow the spear did not budge as if it had hardened. Jinhyeok, who grabbed the spear edge with the gauntlet, looked disappointed. If its only this its not worth copying Hmmm, is it because its so steeped in memories of the past that its overrated? Or have I be too strong than before? I dont know what bullshit you are talking about. Talking about the past and whatnot, talking about things I dont understand. A swear word soared to the end of Creeds throat, but he couldnt afford to say it properly. Because just maintaining this bnce required my full concentration. But even that slight bnce did notst long. Quadd deed good! When Jinhyeok applied his strength, the entire spear began to crumple. And right at that moment. Kwaaang! Jinhyeoks attack has begun. Quaaaaagh! Iron lotus flowers were all blown away in one shot. My chest caved in and my ribs were shattered. Blood gushed and poured out of his mouth. When I looked up, Jinhyuk was already gone. bang! Pain felt in the back of the head. It seems like my mind is going crazy. Quaang! Pooh! side this time. Next is the side. Shadow followed by shadow, leaving only an afterimage. Creed, who had be bloody in an instant, staggered. A beatte, the skewers made of iron lotus flowers cut through the air, but of course they couldnt even brush Jinhyeoks cor. While the opponent unterally knocks on this side, the attack on this side is not working properly even once. I cant do it with my skills. Im sorry, but I have to admit it. The fact that the opponent is so strong that it is hard to see even if you dare to look at it. I was certain that if I didnt find something else I would really die. at that time. A thought shed through Creeds mind like lightning. The only way to get out of this hell. The worry didntst long. Took. Creed stretched as far as he could and bounced into the air. [Creed opens Lv33 Door of Magic!] Dozens of lights visible in the distant air. I n topletely blow up this bridge through carpet bombing. Even if you live, the rest will die. Thats it. It is enough satisfaction to see my confident face distorted. If you want to save even the few remaining people, you will have to move quickly, so avoiding the gap was the best result. On the other hand, if you ignorantly tried to block the bombardment from the Door of Magic from the front, no matter how monstrous you were, you wouldnt have the ability to withstand it. Jinhyeok looked up from below and eximed exmation. Dozens of lights about to fall from the sky were indeed a scene worthy of the expression opening the door. Its a pretty cool attack. I admit that [Lv?? Opening the Door of the Abyss!] ck energy spreading through the shadows. A whirlwind of smoke formed a circle. Parts! Hundreds of doors opened and a pitch-dark light shone. Shouldnt it be at least this much to be called a door? You dont have to be clumsy to be strong enough to force a choice. You must have the power to defeat the former itself. Ugh Aaaaaa! Creed screamed and opened his magic power. However, both the number of doors and the quality of the magical power each door possessed werepletely different. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! The ck light rising from the ground erased all the light in the sky. Of course, Creed, who was in the middle of it, had no choice but to get caught up in the scare. [The level has risen.] [The level has risen.] [The level has] [ has risen.] The message indicating the level up. [Maximum provocation has been achieved.] [Seeded in copying the unique sacrednce Iron Flower.] A message announcing the sess of copying the ability also appeared. Chapter 537 Episode 537. Red me Linked Quest (2) The raid ended so neatly. Only the powdered and scattered Creed and the yers staring nkly at it remain. I won. Im so dumbfounded I have nothing to say. Is this real? Ive heard that its great, but seeing it for real is on apletely different level. Awe beyond admiration. It is unbelievable that it is the same human being. In particr, Lee Tae-min was opening his mouth as if he was not at all dumbfounded. If a person became a carp, it would feel just like that. TonTongue uhhh? Brother, no, that ability Lee Tae-min and Yoo Yeon-hwa alternately pointed to Jin-hyeok and numerous magical engineering weapons. Doesnt the person who died just a moment ago wake up fine as if he had slept soundly? The ability that he has learned to die No, isnt it dealing with a tremendous level of magic engineering that is iparable to that? Everything was so absurd. It seems that all my efforts are being denied Among the yers, he was praised as a ranker, and he was proud of not being pushed by anyone when ites to magic engineering. However, such modest pride has all been shattered from now on. As expected, hyung is a monster To be honest, I thought it would be good for my mental health to just assume that its outside the standard and notpare. brother. huh? Dont touch Taekwondo. What are you talking about? Anyway, dont touch it until there. really cant Understand? Please Yoo Yeon-hwa also hurriedly tried to protect her rice bowl. Ahem. Luggage is an ability and a skill as much as the contractor wants, and they can take it all. Ellis was the only one who maintained apletely unguarded attitude. Right then. [The boss monster Nano-Leaf makes another suggestion.] The owner of the ruins spoke to you once again. Unlike before, the red color was much paler. There must have been a great change in his heart as he watched Creed being destroyed. I am listening. Jinhyuk nodded his head toward the air. [A situation where each other is exhausted and the damage is great. How about a three-day truce? I will add that I will activate the gate to the outside with the authority of the boss monster.] Was it like that as expected? The directing was overdone, and the effect came out beyond expectations. Even the Nanoleaf wanted to avoid the immediate fight. Of course, you dont have to take such a suggestion straight away. Hmm. I dont know why I have to listen to that. If you go all the way inside while your body is rxed, you dont have to waste time, right? In fact, unlike what I said, if you give me a break, there is nothing wrong with this side. The rest of the yers who were stuck like lumps had to be slowly separated. However, showing a weak side is poison. If youre going to rest, its better to tear off as much as possible. [] After thinking for a while, the nanoleaf opened its mouth again. [He said that he would give Ignis me Stone in return if he fulfilled his requirements.] This time, it was Jinhyeoks turn to be surprised. I thought Id present something exciting, but I never thought it would be Ignis Firestone. This is the moment when you can get one of the essential items for a chain quest for free. Jinhyuk tried to calm his trembling heart. It was a bonus that he managed his expression properly. Kuhm! Bigwell, not a very bad condition. Even if it wasnt, I wanted to gather all my strength and take on the challenge again. Because raiding ruins requires proper treatment. Jinhyeok coughed and reached out his hand toward the red stone that appeared in the air. Hot. As the stone touched my palm, I could feel the heat. [Ignis Fire Stone] Difficulty to obtain: S Description: It is part of a chain quest, and those who possess this Fire Stone can relieve hostility when first encountering Igni. Intimacy with all fire spirits is also increased by 25%. good. With this, he bought three days and at the same time obtained the me stone. ??? A pylon in the center of Refloor. Uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu Cool Cool! Currently, two wise men were trembling in fear. so. In the end, stupid Johannes and the Guardian died, and Nanoleaf rolled up its tail and let them go. Pendragon expressed ufortable feelings. Creepy! There was an illusion that the ambient temperature had dropped by about 10 degrees. Ah, I guess I think something went wrong. If you give us one more chance Yes! youre right. I will make up for it this time, so please take your anger away. Even the two sages who practically controlled Reflor had no choice but to be frightened. It was because the dragon in front of me was a different dimension among dragons. ck me Dragon. A title that can only be obtained by reaching a new rank among ancient-ss dragons beyond their lifespan. One of the ancient dragons, the ck Dragon, was the absolute leader who reached the pinnacle of its n. Pendragon slowly scanned the two wise men. no. Words thate out of your mouth are the worst sentence. Your role ends here. I drew the line that I would no longer trust idiots. Now wait No no no! Ulkara and Pradok jumped up from their seats. The desire for survival dominated his head as he saw the ck me right in front of him. But it was toote. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Quaaaaagh! Aaaagh! A fireball that engulfed the whole body in an instant. No matter how hard he struggled, the embers would note off his body. A musty smell filled the room. that buck Pendragon crossed the gap between the two sages who were being burned alive. I should have moved myself right away. I thought it would be enough even if I didnt have to use my hands . It would be much better this way than to trust the stupid upper-ss deities and others. Its a new ancient species Pendragons head was filled with only one ck dragon that Jinhyeok was taking with him. Unique strange magical power and the deep presence inherent in it. It must have been an ancient species, one of the same kind as himself. He also doesnt know what his real name is. ??? Coming out of the ruins, Jinhyeok went straight to the workshop where the magicians were gathered. It was to meet the halfling Isaac, who started the linked quest, and the cksmith Orun, who contacted him toe back within an hour. bang! Daang! Quaang! Roaring! The hammer moves and thick mes rise. The 10-floor workshop was filled with numerous magic engineers. Jinhyeok followed the stairs to his personal studio on the third floor. I was sure it was somewhere around here. right then. uh? yer Kang Jin-hyuk! Isaac, who found Jinhyeok, waved his hand at once. You didnt interfere with my work, did you? yes yes. I was just about to take a break. lol. How have you been? I heard that you are going to raid the ruins, but you came back sooner than expected? I was able to rx for a while because things went well. Anyway, why is Old Man Orun hiding there? Can you see all the butt? Kuhm! greatness! Did you see it all again Its not that something fell on the floor for a while and I was just picking it up. Of course, the coronation has been fixed, right? Thats I mean. If it hasnt been restored yet thats really disappointing. And if Im really disappointed, I lose my reason Jinhyeoks voice cooled down. The dagger taken out of the subspace gave off a cold anticipation. Orun swallowed dry saliva. Just one week, no, only three days hee! No, give me one more day. Just one day! Then Ill hang my head and restore it! Are you sure it was a day? Jinhyeok started the timer. The clock around Oruns neck started ticking. Exactly 24 hours left. If it failed, the time bomb attached to its neck would automatically explode. Hey! Orun, whose face turned white, quickly ran to the forge holding a hammer. Once again, the motivation of the workers was raised, so now its time to deal with the rted quests. Jinhyeok took out Ignis me Stone and handed it to Isaac. Whoa! Sparks flew in Isaacs eyes. Seeing rare items that are notmon, of course, craftsmanship is bound to burn. Combine this with 25 mg of Smanders blood, 2.5 Arks Shop roots, and 12 Esta recognition circuits with a grade 3 ruby crystal ball. The fusion reaction wonte out well, but I believe that the magic engineer will handle it well with sense. Uh Isaac blurted out, embarrassed. That Kang Jin-hyuk yer? Thisbination method is very novel, but I dont think we can just throw away all the ingredients if we do it this way. Abination Ive never seen before. The way to raise the me attribute to the limit was so attractive, but the risk was also ridiculously high. Even if it was a detailed calction, the probability of failure seemed to easily exceed 90%. In particr, since the raw material, Ignis me Stone, was at stake, taking a gamble like this was no different from madness. but. Ill ask you like this. Jinhyuk only smiled confidently. Isaac tried to say more, but his lips were closed. That person is different. Recognize your talents that no one else has known about. In addition, the yers and even the residents go through the chain quests that they could not even dare to dare. A realm of monsters you cant even dare to imagine. Because of this I thought that even such a ridiculous request was not unreasonable if it was Jinhyeok. The worry didntst long. yes. Please leave it to me. Isaac immediately prepared the items needed for the assembly. Whoops! The items began to merge into one with the splendid light. how long has it been like that? Isaacs body was drenched in sweat. His limbs trembled after 10 hours of high-intensitybor. If you mix this here As the intermediate ruby powder fell into the furnace, bright colored smoke rose. The final process of thebination ceremony is over. pounding! pounding! pounding! Isaac looked at the furnace with worried and expectant eyes. Until now, exmation came out several times at thebination ceremony that was naturally connected like water flowing. If other magic engineers saw this. No, even the sages in the Crystal Tower would have salivated from their mouths if they had seen this process. To that extent, thebination form Jinhyeok informed was perfect. just in time for that moment. [Sessfully obtained the 15th linked quest Fire Piece!] A colorful status message appeared indicating sess. at the same time. [The 16th linked quest is created.] A status window indicating the long-awaited second half also appeared. Wow! Thats Okay. It really happened! Oh my God, how the hell do you know magic engineering so well? Ive seen a lot of different things, but this is reallyinnovation itselfuh? Isaacs pupils, which had been making a fuss, suddenly widened rapidly. Cuckoo Cuckoo! A huge fireball visible outside the window. On the 33rd floor, more powerful magic than any magic I had ever felt was being activated. Targeting the entire workshop. Chapter 538 Chapter 538. ck Dragon Pendragon (1) Parts! The heat transmitted through the window. The ck salt that lit up the day seemed like watching a sr eclipse. Jinhyeok reflexively chanted magic. [Triple Magic C Ice Shield activates!] [cial Sculpting C Absolute Freeze activates!] Damn it! In an instant, the entire window froze. at the same time. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! Huge mes hit the building. A shock beyond imagination. All the windows attached to the outer walls were smashed. Shards of broken ss could not stand the heat and evaporated. Aaaagh! Look at the sky over there! What is this all of a sudden Run away! The magic engineers in the workshop screamed at the unexpected attack. It is not an area where monsters appear. Since the center of Refloor was attacked, of course it was absurd. In particr, the third floor, which was directly hit, waspletely reduced to ashes, except where Jinhyeok was. A hell of screams and mes mingled together. Pendragon, floating in the air, looked into the workshop. Huh A short exmation came out of his mouth. Everything turned into ruins, but the ice walls remained intact. Just seeing this level of ice magic used in that short moment was enough to stimte interest. You seem to be the one whos been making a fuss in the towertely. Yeah. Have I be a bit famoustely? I didnt really realize it, but if a lizard pretended to know it out of nowhere. Lizard. ha ha ha. When was thest time you saw someone talking like that to this body? Its so far away that I cant even remember. Pendragon brushed his hair. Truly an eternity of time. Always reigning as the pinnacle of the species, he regarded all life other than himself as a bug. But how dare a bug like that speak to itself like that? [Pandragon Lv??? I activate ck me Ball!] The purpose is that you have an ancient dragon but I think you need some training before we can talk. The ck fireballs on my fingertips increased in size in the blink of an eye. Even from a distance, you can feel the suffocating heat. Roaring! The fireball aimed at Jinhyeoks front. You must not fight with the same fire. Even with The Beginning me or Kaska Diav, it was impossible to surpass the ck me Ball. If thats the case [cier type Ice Age will be activated!] The only thing to do is to offset it as much as possible with the opposite ability. Layers of ice barriers once again blocked the fireball. Wow! Cheeyiik! A huge amount of water vapor spewed out. But there is no time to check the sight. Pupperpuppung! A series of ck salt balls poured like crazy. Aagh! Go, yer Kang Jin-hyuk! Isaac screamed, covering his head with both hands. Heh heh Shibure. Ill just have a drink in my workshop and drink it finely. I came all the way here to try to live with that demon and ended up getting burned. As if giving up on everything, Orun took out a cigar from his pocket and asked. Its been a long time since I gave up my life neatly while watching the whole building copse. Certainly an ancient species is an ancient species. I knew we would see each other sooner orter, but I didnt expect that to be the point at which The Coronation of Napoleon was unfinished. I wish I hade a dayter. However, it is useless to me the wrong timing now. Jinhyeoks head started to spin rapidly. There is only one way to deal with these lizards without harming the residents and the city I can only think of one. Inspired. Jinhyeok called to Orun, who was drinking. Gulp Whats going on? When I signal, run as fast as you can. Isaac. you also. Run? which way? If the dragon is your opponent, it will be useless no matter where you go. Orun and Isaac made faces that didnt make sense. The opponent is a dragon. Even if you try to escape, it is nothing more than dancing on the Buddhas palm. As the saying goes, no ce in Reflor was safe from Pendragon. Only one. Im going to the entrance of the ruins. Except for the ruins with nanoleafs. Couldnt it be are you saying were going into the wolfs den to avoid the tiger? This crazy Thats the most efficient way. During the truce period, the nano-reef must be extensively reinforcing the ruins. I dont know, but I must have prepared many times more powerful traps and cards than when Creed was there. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth went up. Already, the sight of the two boss monsters in perplexity seemed to flicker in their eyes. ??? Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa! As the ck salt poured in again, the ice wallpletely melted. Are we done with the petty pranks? So what are you going to do now? Pendragon let out a mockingugh. however. [Daylight activates!] The light shed, turning my vision white. The expectation of counterattacking or preparing another barrier waspletely wrong. Bounce! With a shout, Jinhyeok chose to run away. Pendragon, frowning at the strong light, looked at the empty third floor. Everyone had already disappeared from the building a long time ago. The one who is stronger than the residents chooses the least fun route. Did you foolishly think you could run away from this body? The location of Jinhyeok and the rest of the gang has already been urately detected by magic detection. Its not that difficult to chase and kill. Fix coordinates Teleport. It took less than a second for the high circle magic to activate. The view changed and a new ce appeared, not a workshop. What is this ce? This time, even Pendragon couldnt help but panic. I wondered where they would run to, but I never thought that ce would be the ruins, which are said to be the mostplex and difficult on the 33rd floor. Besides, isnt Jinhyeok standing at the entrance to the gate that Nanoleaf opened before? If you went inside, it would be like dering war on the boss monster of the ruins. Come on. Is this your first time seeing ruins? Jinhyeok bowed deeply and reced the greeting. Did you think I wouldnt be able to catch up with this damn rat if he got in there? Its not my job to predict that. Youll know after a while whether youll follow me or not. A tant provocation. Pendragon was furious at the sight of Jinhyeok entering the gate, snapping his fingers. At first, if the purpose was to defeat a troublesome enemy Now, he was full of only one thought to tear that abominable human to shreds. Quaang! Pendragon followed into the gate without hesitation. ??? me! Jinhyeok, who entered the ruins, moved as quickly as possible. The terrifying feeling of living behind your back. If you hesitate even a little bit, you will be able to feel the anger of the ancient dragon. Still, thanks to provocation, only Im chasing. Orun and Isaac have been sent to the exact opposite, so they should be safe for the time being. Now its time to focus on 1:1 hide and seek. Right then. [Nanoleaf asks if this is different from a contract!] The red status window blinked. The promise between the two is 3 days. However, Jinhyeok returned to the ruins faster than that. I also try to keep promises if possible, but this time I couldnt help it. Can you see behind me? Jinhyeok pointed to the back where ck mes were burning. It was impossible to ignore the presence of Pendragon, who was rampaging along the road. [The nanoleaf asks why the dragon came here.] The indirect message shed again. Judging from the fact that the status window was dyed much more red than before, he must have been very wary of Pendragons appearance. Well, no matter who sees it, itll look like theyre trying to steal the ruins. This side has been able to use this misunderstanding to their advantage. Jinhyuk adjusted his expression. Big! greatness! Thats the dragon must be greedy for raw vegetables. In the first ce, my goal was to unravel the secrets of magic engineering and spirits here. So I was looking for information here and there, but after hearing it, Pendragon wanted to devour this ruin whole. Are you saying that the legacy left by the fire spirit king is coveted? But I cant bear to watch such tyranny, so Im here to warn you. There is no need for saliva in the mouth. It was because the lies that came out like a liquidation flow when you opened your mouth had already reached the state. [!] At Jinhyeoks words, the nanoleaf hesitated. I simply thought of Jin-hyeok as an enemy, but to think that he was so deep and truly understood the 33rd floor. The prejudices of the past disappeared like snow melting. As if to prove that feeling. Chunk! cooong! The traps that were tightly ced along the wall stopped. The red light changed to green and he began to recognize Jinhyeok as an ally. Instead, the turrets aimed at Pendragon in unison. What followed was a deafening explosion. Whoops! Kwaaang! Kuk! A shield spread around Pendragon. The casting itself was omitted due to the dragonnguage, but the bombardment that poured like a storm was annoying. More than anything, I couldnt understand why the nanoleaf was only attacking itself. Couldnt that person have done something ridiculous? Seeing him smirking, his doubts turned into certainties. Nanoleaf! Dont be fooled! I am not you, but that person is my goal! Oops. A person like that killed all the sages in the crystal tower? Theres no way that Reflore and each of the ruins dont know that they signed a non-aggression pact with each other, right? [Nanorif panics at the new information.] [Asks back if the other two wise men are also dead.] Yes, that guy is the culprit. No matter what happens to the 33rd floor, hes only trying to take care of himself. To be honest, I dont know if the rest of the sages are dead or alive. However, if it was Pendragons personality, there was a high probability that he would have eliminated the two when the n went awry. [Nano-Leafs hostility rises to the maximum level!] A red exmation mark floated above Pendragons head. It means that now it ispletely recognized as an enemy. Cracks formed in the ground, and golems with giant crystal balls stood up. Golems wielding long spearspletely surrounded Pendragon. however. The flies are bothering you. No matter how much you build a siege and activate the turrets. The opponent is an ancient dragon. Even ordinary dragons are non-standard beings, much less ancient dragons were natural disasters that could not be helped by individual powers. light gesture. The golems that were blocking my way were scattered as a handful of dust with just the murmur of my lips . Again, a monster is a monster. Jinhyeok frowned at the majesty of the ancient dragon that had fully awakened to adulthood. I have to pull the strands towards joining the nanoleaf as soon as possible but it wouldnt be easy to shake off at this rate, right? The trap was neutralized faster than expected. It should have been enough to hold my ankles, but I couldnt even brush my cor at all. There is nothing you can do about it. I have no choice but to give the other person what they want as bait to take their time. Jinhyeok activated the subspace inventory. What came out of the shimmering surface was the fire spirit Smander with mes in its mouth. master! Smander saw Jinhyeok and vigorously waggled his tail. I noticed that it was very nice to meet the owner. But the joy of reunion was short-lived. Sorry. Its Smander. huh? Go ahead and buy me some time. Jinhyeok first dressed the smander in ck scales and then put on yellow circle lenses. It was a bonus that I put a tape on which the sound of Mooogiii was recorded. Master, what is this Hello. Before the Smanders question was even finished, Jinhyeok grabbed the Smanders torso and threw it backwards. Directly in the direction the pendragon was flying. Chapter 539 Chapter 539. ck Dragon Pendragon (2) Heehee! Mosquito yee! A live scream and a recorded sound merged into one. The Smander violently beat his whole body, but his body, which was properly elerated, did not move like his heart. This! Pendragons movement stopped for the first time. The sight flying right in front of my eyes is an all-too-familiar look. ck scales, bright yellow amber eyes, and even a distinctive cry. It must have been the ancient dragon he had been searching for. Forgetting to destroy the golem for a moment, Pendragon grabbed the Smander. Finally we meet. Ive been looking for it all along Another kin Huh? however. Pendragons face contorted in a grim way when he saw that he was holding him in his arms. What I got was not an ancient dragon, but a fire spirit. It was also a fake, wrapped in a usible appearance. Mo Mogi Yi? The Smander muttered pitifully. In a voice full of sympathy and affection as much as possible. And those were thest words Smander left in the present world. Does this damn bastard dare to deceive me? Roaring! Keeeeek! As the hellfire exploded, Smander was reverse summoned to the spirit realm. Pendragon, who immediately rose to the point of anger, pulled the reins of the chase even tighter. It was to make up for the time wasted for ten seconds. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! All the stones on the ground were smashed and elerated. [Pendragon activates Pentacle Maker!] Get out of the way! Multi-dimensional unique magic. mes of different colors spewed out. Gooooh! Oooh! The top-tier golems evaporated on the spot. The turrets powered by high-grade magic stones were equally unsettled. An overwhelming majesty enough to change the topography of the ruins itself. Even all of this was in the process of being unfolded in a human form polymorph state, not manifested as a main body. Damn it, do something! Jinhyuk raised his voice. Whether its the boss of the ruins or Nabal, if you cant stop Pendragon from the perspective of Nanoleaf, your room will turn into a mess. It is a story that you cannot just watch and watch as if watching someone elses house fire. [Nano-Leaf activates the magic engineering Nano-Technology!] Kirik! chump chump chump! Tiny crystals poured from the walls. Thousands of crystals flew here and there like locusts. The crystals that used to create a rough whirlpool soon formed a single shape. Koooooo! The figure of a huge seven-headed wolf. At first nce, it looks like a huge body. Powerful light condensed from each of the wolfs mouths. Seven light beams were condensed into one and stretched out in a straight line. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa to-kwa-a-ang! suck! For the first time, Pendragons body bounced off. The shock, like being hit by a small breath, reached his bones. She made an annoying toy. Of course, if he fought properly, he wouldnt even be able topete with him, but the important thing was that another few tens of seconds would have to be wasted to defeat that wolf. On the other hand, Jinhyeok sang joy. Well done. do well! Anyway, that must have been the reason why the nanoleaf needed 3 days. Originally, he would have been a troublesome enemy, but now he has be a stronger ally than ever before. ??? Same time. On another level of the tower, an invisible war was about to begin. Poududeuk! I cant stand the minute and second that he is breathing. Unable to control his anger, Zeus crushed the bowl containing the ambrosia. . .. Crushed food soiled the table, but no one dared to speak out about it. To that extent, Zeus anger was at a level that pierced the sky. The damage was too great on our side. Because Carly has be that shape. The Eden guys kicked off their tails as soon as the situation got out of hand. The very bnce of power is about to copse. After thest incident, Beriel is also rapidly increasing his influence in the Pandemonium. Shiva, the god of heaven, and Ganesha in the form of an elephant were added one by one. A heavy sinking atmosphere. The two powers of Olympus and Cheonsei suffered irreparable damage after thest great war. On the contrary, Ragnarok, Egypt, and the Demon World with the Goinmul Corporation have gained iparable recognition before. If they continued like this, they never knew when they would lose their territory. Having two crowns in one power was equally threatening. Crown of Paedo and Crown of Pure Blood. The two holy relics that symbolize the towers absolute power must also be retrieved. What happened to the dragons? I know they havent joined yet, right? Hades asked. Then Hermes, who had been silent, immediately opened his mouth. With the fiercepetition over the position of a new loader it seemed like he didnt have the energy to intervene. Even when I visited, they only served cold rice. I dont know why the damn lizards always do the wrong thing. Do you think it makes sense to vote for a road seat Tsk. Ares, who was watching, spat out a curse. From the point of view of the God of War, where strength is everything, I couldnt understand the dragons way of thinking. Isnt it possible to bring in the spirit world or a third force? Some of the powers located in the upper middle ss had quite a lot of power and influence. If they could attract only those in a neutral position, it could be a great addition to their power. but. It is not easy either. Everyone is on the lookout side of the current situation Hermes blurted out his words. Now it really felt like everything was blocked. But just then In the end, all these problems are due to the deceased corporation no, isnt it because of a guy named Kang Jin-hyeok? Then you should focus only on Kang Jin-hyuk, not worrying about other factions. By using the method of stabbing in an unexpected ce rather than a ce where there is a solid contrast. A voice I had never heard before resounded from apletely different ce. Who are you? How do you feel The deities suddenly rose from their seats. Elysion with multiple barriers must have been one of the most secret ces inside Olympus. It was impossible for someone not allowed toe to Elysion. iced coffee. You cant be too vignt. I am on your side. The man raised both hands with a bright smile. It was a bonus to quickly add a self-introduction. My name has been on a diet for 25 years Hehe. Why did I have to name it like this? Forget what you just said and just call it 25 years. Thats the first name Ive heard of. Haha, whats the point of a name? It is important to know what path you can present. 25 years shrugged smirkingly. The rest of the gods became more alert, but Zeus rather highly valued the opponents bold appearance. The fact that he came here without anyone noticing was far from ordinary. There was no other sharp way anyway. okay. Like I said, I dont care who you are. To be honest, Im not interested. ha ha ha. As expected, it is good to have a good conversation like the great Greek god. The introduction is over. So, what is his weakness? Zeus words put a fishy smile on the 25-year-olds lips. The Ring of Braham. ring? A ring? Its nothing else, its a strange ring. What bullshit is that? This is no ordinary ring. It is the medium that restrained the true ancestor Ellis von Ataraxia. !? the true ancestor??? It was only then that the faces of the deities changed 180 degrees. Its because I realized what 25 years was trying to say. yes. Alice is the existence Kang Jin-hyeok cherishes the most. And if you could intervene in that contract, you couldpletely reverse the situation. If the two of them be hostile with words, Kang Jin-hyeok will not be able toy a hand on Elise. But taking the ring off his finger wouldnt be easy either, right? youre right. So we should aim for the moment when Kang Jin-hyeok is not paying attention. For example like when he returns to the world he lived in. He always wears a ring inside the tower, but the only exception is when he goes outside the tower. I dont know if its because of the relief of the familiar world, but that point was the best timing to attack. Its outside the tower It certainly makes sense. I dont know who it is, but you brought me a lot of information. The deities each nodded. To be honest, the residents of the upper floors hadnt been interested in anything other than the tower. One of the big reasons was that there were systemic restrictions, but above all, it was because I couldnt find the merit of going out of the tower. But not anymore. If only Jin-hyeok, that disturbing species of the ecosystem, could be eliminated, he could have endured any loss. The wrinkles deepened on the foreheads of the deities. The only thing that bothers me is the identity of the person who brought that proposal and what is its purpose. It doesnt matter. Because no matter who it is, theres no one we cant reveal. Ill use it as much as I want. Then I can either remove it or throw it away. Whoop whoop. You can clearly see what the deities are thinking. with each other having different thoughts. Then lets do it together. Please take good care of me. Whoops. Another alliance was formed. ??? Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa! Again, the ck me ball passed right next to it. Cheeik! Acrid smoke billowed from the evaporated rocks and ckened marble. Whiyu. It was close. Jinhyuk swallowed dry saliva and nced behind him. There, beyond anger, I saw a Pendragon filled with hatred. It seems that he is quite angry that he cheated using Smander. Now, if you go a little further, there is a nano-leaf If you join the boss monster and spread a united front. And if you can fight there located in the deepest part of the ruins, the odds of winning will go up even more. the problem is. Stand there now! If you keep running away, I will tear you to shreds alive! The point is that the distance from Pendragon is getting smaller little by little no matter how far he goes. Its a shame because the Nanoleaf spread space distortion barriers here and there. If teleportation had been used, the chase would have already been over. Jinhyeok reached out into the subspace. Hey! The Spirit Beasts, who watched the end of the Smander, struggled to hold on. However, it was impossible to escape from Jinhyeoks repressive hand. In the end, Undine, who fought until the end, came out. master! I I still have a lot of things I want to do. I want to go to the beach, I want to y in the clear water I also want to try the ice cream made from the ice caps. okay. Of course. Originally, the condemned mansst wish was granted. But right now its an emergency, so I cant afford to be considerate. But you cant go all out like Smander. There is a line in the politics of terror. Protests may ur if you go out too recklessly. dont worry. Undine. No matter what, I cant believe Im going to spend it alone with you? Then? I will give you strong reinforcements. No matter what anyone says, you are the leader of the spirit beasts. Leader Lee I? okay. Thats right. I was the leader. Undine clenched her fists. The position makes a person, not a spirit. Suddenly, his eyes were full of desire. Then its time for this side to show off the best hand that can live up to that expectation. [The sub-space inventory is open!] A sub-space split long to the left and right. There, all the strongest summons that had been picked up so far were revealed. Chapter 540 Episode 540. ck Dragon Pendragon (3) Ahem! Everyone follow this bodysmands. Because I am the captain recognized by the owner! The spirit beasts led by Undine. Miyooo! Hmm. Seeing that you called us, it seems that something difficult has happened again. Fried and Hooded Cranes also responded to Jinhyeoks call. The opponent is a dragon. It is also an adult that has risen to the ranks of ancient dragons. The odds are about 7.25%. huh. Frey muttered with a dry face. Faces that look reassuring at a nce. Since it was not possible to export sweet potatoes, other than that, in effect, all power was invested. standing tall Pendragons movement stopped. If only a little while ago they were ying around with the spirits as bait. The airflow was unusual now. Hoo. Youve gathered quite a few useful summons for a lesser fe. It doesnt seem like they gathered after seeing the owners qualities Did they find some kind of weakness? Its a weakness. Thats too harsh. Because I am so good, everyone follows me unconditionally. Isnt that right, guys? Jinhyeok asked as if asking for consent. Of course, no one answered. Coughing or clearing your eyes while sneaking away. He looked like he was about to vomit at any moment. Like these ungrateful bastards. This is why it seems that there is a saying that everything is useless even if you try to do well. Right now, we have to somehow stop that ck lizard. Even if I am angry, I have to endure it. See you allter. Jinhyuk tried to manage his expression. Then take care of your back. 5 minutes no, 3 minutes is enough. As he spoke, he turned around. Who said it was okay to run away? Of course, I wasnt a Pandadragon to watch it quietly. With the dragon words, dozens of magic circles were created in the air in an instant. The me magic of the 8th circle spewed fire all at once. It was so powerful that even one hit would melt the bones. Right then. Kwaaang! Frey crossed two short spears and got in between Jinhyeok and the fireball. The zing mes were cut into quarters, intercepted by a javelin. Pendragons eyes narrowed. Even in the same Circle, Dragon Words have much greater power. Even more so, wasnt the magic he was using now the dragons words cast by himself, an ancient dragon? Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! The fireballs that followed were also fragmented and scattered. The sparks that bloomed were scattered through the air. This is no coincidence. I thought it was just an ordinary doll. Was it a homunculus? I heard it was finished, but this is the first time Ive seen it with my own eyes. huh. This is my first time fighting an ancient dragon. They say its the strongest fighting weapon? But you chose the wrong master. To follow an ipetent and cowardly bastard who drives his subordinates to death. Pendragon opened his palm toward Frey. How are you? If you are with me, I will not use it as a throwaway card, but I will guarantee you a treatmentmensurate with your skills. Consider giving me the entire floor if you like. By the way, this is an offer for all of you. No matter how greedy you are, the saying that you can dominate the entire floor cannot help but be tempted. on a different level from now. It was a job that guaranteed great wealth and honor. Besides, the one making this proposal is none other than an ancient dragon. It was not a lie, but an absolute being with the power and ability to make it possible. On the 33rd floor you mean youre giving us all of this? This is a really, really big ce. Wow. Its attractive enough to make even a dead smander jump out of its coffin. At this level, even the sweet potato captain who is not here would agree? Shall I answer for you? Mosquito! Everyone be quiet. Head hurts. Me Miyo Oh! Hmm, its a proposal that suits this body perfectly Greed formed in everyones eyes. To be loyal to Jinhyeok and to dominate a floor. If you put two on a scale, it hurts to say which way it leans. however. Im sorry, but I have only chosen one master. Frey tly rejected the offer. Even if I gave him everything in the world, I had no intention of betraying him. Even if youre not a fandragon. Because he met someone who recognized and understood his existence much earlier than that. Yeah! Actually, I had no intention of betraying you either! me too! Of course! Miyomiyo! Kuhm! Sashinsu is a being who knows honor and pride. Isnt it humiliating as a fellow dragon? As long as Frey hit the yer, it became unclear whether the rest would hit the back of the head. To deal with that guy on the 48th floor, I needed a lot of powerful pieces of chess, so I tried to keep him alive if possible. From now on, I will tell you how foolish your choices were. Roaring! ck mes gushed along Pendragons hands. Horrible magic that cannot be ssified as a circle. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah Kwah! The ancient dragon started moving. ??? The passage that seemed to have no end came to an end. A dazzling light spread, revealing a huge cave. [You have reached the depths of the ruins.] [The boss monster, Nano-Leaf, is looking at you.] Chains engraved with various runes made loud noises and ttered. In the middle of it, a nanoleaf in the form of a small boy was restrained. Dissatisfaction dripped from his stricken face. Haa. I was living peacefully, but because of you, I really dont know what kind of lightning strike this is. Can I tell you that it gave a fresh stimulus to the boring daily life? Your heart is beating thanks to me. You say that! Nope. Rather, what are you going to do now? Your minions are quite strong, but they cant stop that monster. Thats right. His ssmate, Fried, is still young and has little experience. Frey can also open a unique holy spear, but it was not enough to defeat Pendragon. It was because it was difficult to use the unique mobility in such a narrow passage. Of course, the story could bepletely different if Elise was stunned by magical powers. Because the true ancestor of Ataraxia was an absolute being that even ancient dragons couldnt carelessly do. but. If you do, you wont get what you want from these ruins. I cant pour all my magic into Alice. Traces of Igni, the fire spirit king. In order to find it, some special conditions had to be met, but Alices blood magic was not included there. I can take it out from here soon. Jinhyeok made up his mind. Whoa! [The subspace inventory is open.] Amber eyes and ck scales. Mosquito! A distinctive cry resonated pleasantly. The sweet potato came into Jinhyeoks arms and hugged him. Yes, yes. our kuma. how have you been doing? mosquito! The sweet potato waggled its tail. This is the moment when the cuteness that makes you want to bite it explodes. This is the ancient species that Pendragon was looking for so much. The n is to get past that and save your life Ah! The nanoleaf, which had been talking, immediately screamed. The sweet potato had bitten off the nanoleafs arm. hey! get rid of this guy Right now Ouch. I was wrong. I made a mistake! Mosquito! Dont mess with our kids. Im going to exin the operation from now on, so please cooperate. you know? If you build up your pride for no reason, we will all die together. I know about that. Thats why I called you here. But youre not nning on attacking me right after driving out Pendragon, are you? The nanoleafs voice raised a lot of wariness. Calmness, without hesitation, abandoning allies for the sake of a purpose. I couldnt easily entrust my back since I saw firsthand that he had a personality that only pursued results. To put it bluntly, this rtionship right now is just a temporary alliance. Because we could stab each other at any time. Kuhm! What does everyone see people as? Dont worry about that. If you acknowledge that you passed through the ruins, I will find the traces of Igni and leave right away. Is it really? Are you leaving quietly? As you can see with your own eyes, I just need to achieve my goal, and I dont bother focusing on useless things. okay. Look closely and you know. A personality that pursues extreme cost performance and efficiency. More than anything else, these words spoken now were the most reliable evidence. Nanoleaf and Jinhyeok nodded to each other. With that, an alliance was formed to defend the ruins. Then what can I do? Only in this room can I take out a lot more powerful and diverse things, whether its a golem or a defense turret, than in the aisle Rather than that, use that chain to gather the magic of the ruins into one ce. Only with the fire attribute. Thats a bit of a tough request, but no matter how much I pick out just one attribute If you use nanotechnology to open the magic core, that would be possible enough, right? Use the No. 2 and No. 7 hearts as the main ones. !? The nanoleaf took a deep breath. rapidly dting pupils. You how do you know exactly what my abilities are? No, I didnt know that I had to use a few more hearts than that. Its a coincidence. I took a picture because I thought you might have the ability to have a cool name. Are you going to believe that nonsense? Youre free to believe or not, but its not important to consider that right now, right? How are you going to gather your mana ording to my words? Ha, I see. Instead, I need some time to break these chains. The nanoleaf moved the chains that restrained its body. Cheolguk! p! Chains were both a source of magic power to the Nanoleaf and a restraining tool that restrained itself. [Nano Technology C The magic core is activated!] The stronger the restrictions, the stronger the power. The nanoleaf began to gather mana along the chain. The red runes radiated light all at once along the chains. That moment. Quaang! Kwaaang! Pendragon broke through the door of the ruins. Now there will be nowhere to run. This is the end of the boring tag game. It seems so. But I bought myself some time running around. There is no reason to run away anymore. Because now you have all the conditions you want. Jinhyeok took out two daggers. at the same time. The mana that had been saved until now was released all at once. [The unique vocalnce White Night is activated!] Shoot ah Snowkes flew and the field of view was colored white. The boundary between day and night is blurred, and the white light even erases the sword body. This is the ultimate meaning of the sword that Chun Yu-seong wanted to reach. Pendragon let out a sneer at the snow-covered mental world. Do you think that the sword will reach me just because I made a world like this? Obviously, the existence of a sword master is a threat when ites to hunting dragons. Because the Aura de was able to cut not only the shield of the 9th circle, but also the dragon scale. But to be able to do that, its a story when there is strong mage and healer back support. You cant do anything alone. Furthermore, Pendragon had the experience of destroying raid groups with perfectbinations dozens of times. As for what Jinhyeok will do it is said that he has reached a point where he can predict even with his eyes closed. Quaang! Jinhyeok leaped forward. The white sword steel that gushed out was gone, leaving behind an afterimage. however. Whoa! Right before the sword touched Pendragon, Pendragons body disappeared. Humans often misunderstand that dragons are only good at long-distance battles Short-range space transfer using Blink. What followed was a gigantic explosion that consumed space itself. I rather enjoy closebat. Wow! The ce where Jinhyeok was standing evaporated as it was. Chapter 541 Episode 541. ck Dragon Pandragon (4) A scare reminiscent of hellfire. However, Jinhyeok also left before the explosion. Afterpletely erasing the presence in the blizzard, he adds Shadow Killing to it. Two swords aimed at Pendragons ankles. Kaaang! Apparently, he swung it with the intention of cutting off his entire ankle. What rang out was a sharp metallic sound. A tingling sensation permeated through my fingertips. Transfer using shadows was quite fresh, but I guess I forgot to capture the fine details of life. Cant you see clearly where to attack? Certainly sharper than I thought. Unlike a dragon, he is ustomed to closebat. No, it was so natural that I was not used to it. But this one is just beginning to warm up. It hasnt even been shown properly yet. [Trait Grave of Swords is activated!] [Trait Blessing of the Stars is activated!] Light of different attributes came out along the dagger. In addition, as the herbivore of the Cheonma Shingong unfolded, the strong spirits turned into a fierce dance. square! Snowkes were cut and sword strikes exploded. The countlessly split swords aimed at Pendragons whole body. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! The ck fierceness hidden in the blizzard was unmatched. No matter how much I was a Pendragon, I couldnt help but change my face. Kuk! It is said that he has some knowledge of the sword, but it was not enough to receive the herbivore of the Heavenly Demon Singong from the front. Then [Pandragon activates Dragon Fear!] The dragons authority over all creatures it encounters. !! Due to the ability to bring out the deep fear that permeates the inside, Jinhyeoks swordsmanship has be somewhat dull. And that gap Its caught! It wasnt a pendragon to be missed. [Coordinates fixed.] [10 Circle Meteor Strike drops!] The snow-covered sky opened. Soon, gigantic meteorites covered in zing mes appeared. damn it Jinhyuk licked his bitter taste. I tried to interfere somehow with area magic of 10 circles or more. Small mistakes lead to painful consequences. This is unavoidable. If it hits the ground like this, it will destroy the image world itself created by the unique holy spear. Jinhyeok reverse summoned the two daggers to the subspace inventory. instead. A new weapon appeared from beyond the distorted space. Its so big that even Taesan could split it. The unique magical power and life that could be felt throughout the greatsword was different from any other weapon. That sword Pendragons eyes narrowed. theres no way you wouldnt know How could I not know? A mythical relic that boasted the strongest match against a dragon and cut off the head of an ancient-ss demon dragon. [Recognizes the existence of ancient dragons, which are the upper race of dragons!] [Gains an additional effect of 30% to basic abilities!] [Permanently acquires 2% additional stats per number of dragons killed.] A status window that goes up one after another. The handle of the balmung held with both hands became even hotter. Its like holding on to a lump of iron that has been heated by fire. If this is it is possible. Jinhyeok took his stance. Tombgraves right arm firmly supported the weight of the sword and the weight of the de. My muscles screamed due to the unique abilities and skills that I used in session. However, the magic power emanating from Jinhyeoks body rather shook off the pain and increased its momentum even more sharply. at the same time. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Fully revealed meteorites began to fall toward the ground. In terms of time, its just a few seconds. The balmung touched the ground and crossed it horizontally. There are also colorful herbivores. There is no sword dance that arouses admiration. It just moves horizontally and fulfills the original meaning of the sword. that is enough. Quadduk! The scene in which meteorites with a diameter of several tens of meters were split in half was beyond admiration and looked grotesque. A brief silence ensued. A spectacle so absurd that there was a vacuum in the fight. Whoa Jinhyeok lightly swung his balmung. Dirt on the de of the knife fell down. Nonsense Pendragon bit his mrs. I was sure nothing would happen when I activated Meteor Strike. Seeing the response just before, that confidence waspletely shattered. Is that all? If you have even Balmung in your hands, the risk is ridiculously high. It means that you can no longer think of it as an enemy that can be easily yed with. I cant I cant help it. Its a shame to break ones words once. Especially if the subject is a human. However, since I knew that I could not win if I fought like this, I had no choice but to do my best. From now on, I will stop babbling. I will recognize you as an enemy, not a prey. Parts! A different level of vicious aura than before. The ancient dragon in charge of the ck fire released the polymorph. ??? Koooooo! The atmosphere reverberates just by roaring. The barrier created by the uniqueness spear cracked. Its been a while since Ive seen it, its amazing. Creepy! Creepy! All the downy hairs stand out and the skin is sore. How would you feel if you faced the strongest creature right in front of you? Indeed, it is a being far beyond a dragon. [The ck me Dragon Pandragon is manifesting!] The snowkes were covered in ck me and turned dark red. The authority to redistribute the magical energy dissolved in the air simply by manifesting. How are you? This is my body. Since he returned to his dragon form, he could no longer use swords and magic at the same time, but he had obtained magic that far surpassed that. quality of speech. The number of magic circles that can be activated through it. That means the level has changed. Pendragon raised a finger. The light on the fingertips flickered. Fuck! !? A point a few centimeters from the heart. A small hole was made there. He predicted the direction by looking at the tips of his fingers. I couldnt even recognize which trajectory the light flew from. cool and A thick stream of blood flowed from Jinhyuks mouth. Immediately, the Blessing of the Stars began to heal the wound, but the mana was cut into chunks with a single blow. Before I could catch my breath, the beam of light flickered again. Kwaaang! Jinhyeok pushed Balmung from top to bottom. The beam of light that touched the sword soared up into the sky. It was close this time too. [Eye of gluttony is activated.] [The next attack is head.] I knew in advance that it would target the heart, so I was able to counter it. This is the moment when the fraudulent ability of the Eye of Gluttony shines. To be precise, it was thanks to thebined stats of Gluttony Eye, Gap, and Luck. I think Im going to have a heart attack because Im not thrilled to y with the ancient dragon for the first time in a while. As long as it has already manifested as a body, all restrictions have been lifted. The magic battle with the dragon was like madness. Unless you know the right strategy. [Inherent ability Triple Magic is activated!] As the magic calction speed increased dramatically, colorful elements began to emerge. Laughs. Do you dare to engage in magic warfare with this body, the originator of magic? Im not even thinking about winning. Jinhyeok took out the blue lightnings from thepleted magic circle. The lightnings, reminiscent of Zeus astraphe, emit dazzling light. Do you think its possible enough to annoy you? With that half-magic? You can check whether it is half or not. But I dont know why youre so confident about knowing some magic. Compared to Destia, isnt the ss falling far behind? Jinhyuk spat out a word without thinking. but. Pendragons atmosphere changed 180 degrees because of that light remark. You what were you talking about? Im a lot lower than Destia Im told? It doesnt matter how humans know of Destias existence on the 48th floor. Because there was only one sentence floating around in my head. Ah, did I say it too openly? Sorry sorry. Its because I have a personality that cant stand it unless I spit out the words I put inside. That snout. huh? Ill stop the mouth that speaks bullshit that shouldnt be said. ck des appeared around Pendragon. chump chump chump! Lightning and des collided head-on. for a while too. The de pierced the lightning and headed for Jinhyeoks face. however. Sut! Contrary to the expectation that he would be hacked up, Jinhyeoks appearance disappeared. I even spread out a distortion field that thoroughly hinders movement in space. im going to destroy it That is nonsense. There was no trace of anyone intervening in the ceremony While Pendragon was flustered, Jinhyeok sped up one step. I cant help but think its strange. Because it wasnt magic. Younghwan Lee. It was the same in terms of short-distance teleportation, but the way it manifested itself was different from that of Blink, which used magic. For a Pendragon ustomed to chasing the flow of magic, it was bound to be somewhat foreign. Of course, that onlysted for a few seconds. Ancient dragons must have fought against those with various abilities, including the Murim people. Awesome! Ah! Balmung prated the shield and left a deep scar on Pendragons body. Red blood gushed out like a fountain. shit. shallow It was said to drive it in as deeply as possible, but it was impossible to inflict fatal injuries in a short gap. Kuaaa! On my body Dare on my body This rat is a mouse! Pendragon, whose rage had crossed the critical point, lifted his huge legs. Its magic and its sleeping. It is because of the idea of crushing it with a physical attack. It was not easy to escape because he had wielded the greatsword in such a big way. It was even more difficult to control the body because there was even a gravitational field. Kuk! Jinhyeok entered the maximum defense posture through Blessing of the Stars and Mand. Kwaaang! An unimaginable shock shook his entire body. It felt like every bone in my body was being shattered. Pendragon raised his leg again. If you received that in a row But then. [Nano-Leaf activates Nano-Technology C Seal Transfer!] The long-awaited support from Nano-Leaf continued. Charleureuk! Thick chains whirled around the giant Pendragons body. I thought I was dying of waiting. Timing like sweet rain in a drought. It seems that the Nanoleaf has finally finished distributing its mana. Jinhyuk sighed. Such a thing! Pendragon tried to break the chain at once. But somehow, the more I gave him strength, the stronger the binding power of the chains became. Whoops! The runes shone and created a crack in the magic circle that Pendragon was about to activate. thumb nail. They are so minute that they cannot be discerned with the naked eye. However, in the magic that pursues perfection, small cracks are too fatal. Pendragon forcibly stopped breaking the chains. okay. I understand that you have prepared a fairly thick rope. But what are you going to do with it? The magical power of the Nanoleaf is probably not infinite. There was nothing I could do even if I bought time. [Magic power is consumed rapidly!] Anything quickly! I cant stand it for long! the nanoleaf roared. yes i know That this doesnt mean anything. so. You just need to prepare. Another match that can stand against the ancient dragon. and that moment. Mosquito yee! The roar of the new ancient dragon resounded. Chapter 542 Episode 542. Nameless Ancient Dragon (1) Mosquito! A familiar yet foreign roar. The barrier copsed and it was the sweet potato that appeared. Having already received a huge amount of mana through the Nanoleaf, his stomach was swollen as if about to explode. Parts Tsutsu! The red and white mes he held in his mouth increased in size with every second. You Pendragons eyes turned to the sweet potato. The biggest purpose ofing here is to confirm the existence of the same ancient dragon and bring it to the same side. If you can find the true meaning of freedom, not being subordinated to humans! He had no doubts that if he could make him realize the meaning, he would be with him. Wait! Listen to me first Pendragon urgently raised his voice. but. Mosquito yee! Sweet Potatos breath was one step faster than that. In an instant, a dazzling light crossed the space. A deafening storm followed. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! Aagh! Overwhelming destructive power that makes even the shield made of dragon words colorless. The ancient dragons breath swallowed Pendragon whole. *** Chee-Ik! Dense steam spewed out from the ce where the high heat swept through. As befits an ancient dragons breath, the residual magical power was also on a different level from the general one. but. Keuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu Pendragon did not stop breathing even after being hit directly by the attack. The scales all over her body were singed and smoke rose, but that was all. The glowing eyes were still not losing their vitality. No, on the contrary, the previous attack only made her angry. Cant even do this. Jinhyuk wet his lips with his tongue. It seems that the Hetzling version is not enough even if it is injected with the magic of the Nanoleaf. As for the joke Ill ept it until here. Its a mistake to do something you dont know. mosquito? As you can see, there are differences in ss even if they are the same ancient dragon. Its not toote now, so kill that human and join me. If you want, I will give you this generously. do you know? How about saying that magic stones are the best elixir? Patter. What poured out of his hands wererge magic stones. It was also magic stones that were notmonly avable, and were close to works of art that the Dwarves had undergone secondary processing. Mosquito Sweet Potatos eyes twinkled. I dont know anything else, but since he had a sincere personality as much as the magic stone, thick saliva dripped reflexively from his mouth. If you want something other than magic stones, I will do my best to match it. These goods are nothing to me. Pendragon exercised extreme patience to appease the sweet potato. Because everything was a build-up to face Destia. of course. From Jinhyeoks point of view, he was just grateful for Pendragon, who was working so hard. Hes been begging me to hit him once. Now that we are having a conversation is the best time to p him on the back of the head. Jinhyeok grabbed Balmung once again. Now that this has happened, we need to buy time again. As the Cheonma Singong herbivore unfolded, Balmungs sword body was divided into dozens. The ck sword steel on each de had already risen several meters. Remembrance. For a moment, the realm of wind and primitive me covered his vision. Sword strikes poured through the smoke. okay. Arent you greedy? This magic stone gagging? Since the high-speed sword was also activated, it was possible to hit countless hits in less than a second. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Puffer Puck! Deep wounds were drawn all over Pendragons body. Blood gushed out profusely. At least I left the shield open, so it ended with this amount of damage. If it wasnt for that, the de would have gone deep into the body, not into the skin. Its really tough. Dragon skin. Jinhyuk clicked his tongue. On the other hand, Pendragon made an expression stained with pain and anger. Because this damn guy wants to see you cant you see what were talking about? [Pandragon activates ck me Rain!] ck rain falls from the sky. Parts! ck lightning strikes the ground mercilessly. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! It is less powerful than Meteor Strike, but its attack speed and numbers are overwhelming. Jinhyeok moved his body frantically, mixing Lee Hyeong-hwan-wi and Geomma Cheonryung-bo. Even while running away, he did not forget to provoke him verbally. Hey. I know. Why sell one eye during a fight? I wanted to listen quietly too, but I couldnt help but move my hand because the loopholes were too visible. This is 100% your fault. You are so good at talking disgusting sophistry about a pierced mouth. While I was distracted by the sweet potato, I suffered quite a lot of damage from the surprise attack. Ive dealt with a guy who uses an aura de countless times, but its definitely the first time hes been looking for an opportunity to swear like this. Even watching them run away and kill each other makes me feel like everything is breaking down. die or die If I didnt do one of the two, I couldnt live with the same sky. Roaring! Huge ck salt began to flow into Pendragons mouth. The strongest name season allowed only to dragons. Its breath. [The unique sacrednce gue is activated!] A breath in the shape of a long whip. A ck me that burns anything it touches crosses the entire cave. Cheeik! As the air burned, the ck mes increased in number. For a moment, Jinhyuks body swayed slightly. As the oxygen disappeared, it felt as if the vision was slightly dizzy. And just then. Jinhyuk sensed something. The ck salts burning in the air became another whip and tried to snatch the sweet potato. now! Quaang! Jinhyeok leaped from the spot. Towards exactly where the sweet potato is. And the moment the whip was about to snatch the sweet potato, Jinhyeok intervened. Dangerous! Gumaya! mosquito? Fu-wook! Unfamiliar and disparate sensations prated his body. I already knew and prepared my mind, but it couldnt be pleasant to see a hot fireball tearing through my flesh. Moreover, if it was the breath of an ancient dragon, all the more. A long wound extending from the right shoulder to the left thigh. Even at a nce, this is a fatal wound. Cruel bastard. Like this to kill our guma cool! I didnt know you would do a surprise attack. Still Im d. Because you are not hurt. Jinhyeok hugged the sweet potato tightly. A warm touch passed through the scales to the heart. Oh no. I wasnt trying to kill I was trying to kidnap you. You guys got in there for nothing Shut up! Anyway, if so, thats it. Gagging. Cool Kumaya. I guess Im wrong now. you too live Even my share Jinhyeok secretly put the water drop made by melting the ice sculpture on his eyes. Drops of water like jade beads flowed down her cheeks. Mosquito yee! Sweet Potatos pupils shook violently. at the same time. The air suddenly changed. What appeared was a huge gate. And beyond the distorted space [The ancient species ??? is manifesting!] The world has changed again. ??? Incrediblyrge body. The life force and mana that spewed out continuously made me stop breathing just by facing them. Who can think of a tiny dragon looking at this? Only the glossy ck scales and bright yellow eyes let us know that this dragon was the body of a sweet potato. The true name hasnt been revealed yet. I thought I cleared various conditions while building a bond. It was still not enough to find out the true name. But for now, I should be content with summoning the main body of the sweet potato. Using 1 second invincibility, it was great to defend the moment the whip reached the heart. Thanks to the sacrifice of weight, the amount of blood loss also yed a very good role in terms of directing. Koooooo! Fury against those who attacked their master. The sweet potatos roar echoed loudly. That human bastard! Calm down. I mean your master is fine. It only bleeds profusely. There is no harm in life! Pendragon grasped the situation and raised a blood band around his neck. I had to convince the other person somehow, but it was impossible for Sweet Potato, who had already lost his temper, to hear such words. [Ancient species ??? summons its unique sacred spear Sword of Condemn!] In response to Pendragons gue, Sweet Potato also brought out its own sacred spear. Fighting was now unavoidable. It cant be helped Pendragon, too, began to gather all his mana into one ce as if he had intuited his destiny. and. Whoops! Parts! Two unique holy spears gathered to the limit were fired at each other. Wow! The first collision shattered the caves pirs like sorghum cans. Hey! The nanoleaf screamed, clutching at the few remaining pirs. The chains that had already restrained them had all been shattered a long time ago. Even thest drop of magical power he possessed had been handed over to Sweet Potato. All I can do now is pray fervently for the deceased person corporation to win. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! The taut beams of light repeated one step at a time and came to a standstill. Kuaaa! Koooooo! The sight of the two ancient dragons pouring all their strength created a spectacle that will never be seen again. The cave is broken and fragments fall. The runaway magic powers became sparks and bounced in all directions. But thats for a while. Pendragons ray of light began to push the sword of condemnation little by little. Unlike Pendragon, which can fully exert its bodys magic. This is because the sweet potato, which forcibly brought the main body, had a clear limit. As expected, you are stronger than expected. If it had been a proper fight, I might have lost. Pendragon redistributed his surplus mana in order to perfectly crush his opponent. With this, the match was decided. unless someone else intervened. Hey, I guess I can just eat a good shot. Jinhyeok brushed the dust off his body and stood up. You wicked bastard who doesnt even know this honor! This is a sacred duel between ancient dragons. But do you dare to intervene in that! Am I an ancient dragon? what? No, just like you said, Im a wicked, honorless bastard, so why do I have to tune in to the rhythm of an ancient dragon or a dragon? The only truth that exists in the Tower of Trials is the rule of thumb. Only the strong rise to the top, and the weak are weeded out and buried. Thats all. Jinhyeok stood next to Sweet Potato. Whoops! A warm energy that spreads. Magic and magic began to resonate. [Inherent ability All Worlds is activated!] [Summon the Sword of Condemn of the ancient species ???!] A zing sword appeared. like that. To the sweet potatos sword of condemnation. Another breath joined. Cuckoo Cuckoo Cuckoo! Two beams of light headed for the heart of Pendragon. This is nonsense. How can a humanhow can a human use a breath that only a dragon can use Pendragon screamed in disbelief. Everything had to be like a nightmare. Knowledge andmon sense umted over tens of thousands of years. Because everything was falling apart. Chapter 543 Episode 543. Nameless Ancient Dragon (2) Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa! Another sword headed for Pendragons heart. Aaaaaaa! Pendragon screamed and gathered all his mana. I dont know one, but not two. Even if you gave up attacking, you had to pour all your energy into defense. [Pandragon Lv??? I activate the ck Veil!] Heukyeom gathered to create a long veil. It was a n to absorb the mes from the sword of condemnation. however. Roaring! Rather, the sword of condemnation absorbed the heukyeom surrounded by the ck veil and increased its momentum. The zing mes burned the entire shield. Aagh! The sword of condemnation cut through the dragon scale and dug deep into the flesh. Blood spurted out like a fountain, and Pendragon screamed at his throat. Sensation as if the nerves in the body are on edge. It is an unfamiliar pain that I have never felt before. To be honest, Ive never been hurt this badly before. But even at this moment of screaming, he was digging toward the ce where the ck dragon heart was burning red. Wooduk! Quadduk! Ribs started to break. No Wait a minute, wait wait. I mean wait! Even ancient dragons cannot survive if their dragon hearts are destroyed. It is said that even if you give up everything, you must stop it. ck salt erupted once more. And that became Pendragons worst mistake. Chii profit! Originally, the ck me, which should have spewed out, seeped into the inside through the wound. The unquenchable fear began to gnaw away at the organs from within the body. !!??? Pendragons plea changed once more. from wanting to live. by asking to be killed. Stop quickly! Come on, destroy the dragon heart and get me out out of this hell. please! The scene of a giant dragon rolling on the ground was not as pleasant as I thought. Even considering that it was a very difficult time. Jinhyeok got closer to Pendragon with his magical powers off. Why quit breathing Pendragon muttered iprehensibly. Just a little bit more and the sword was about to pierce his heart. No, I want to finish it for sure, but Im running out of magic Im sorry, but I think it will be difficult to stop breathing. Jinhyeok clenched his chin and made a really sad expression. Shut up Why dont you use that cursed sword on Balmung? no. why! Its heavy. Grabbing and wielding this huge sword took a lot more power than it looked. Because I had already squeezed out thest remaining mana and used it to share everything, my limbs were shaking. Jinhyeok used the subservient grip to bring a block of ice from afar. Then, after pouring c into the cup he took out from the subspace, he started to sip. Aagh! W You have the magical power to use telekinesis but you dont have the power to wield a sword? huh. sorry. Jinhyuk smiled brightly. In the end, Pendragons voice became urgent. If only this pain would end I would do anything. Anything you want anything! [Pandragon activates Dragons Promise.] [Due to restrictions on words, words once spoken will always be kept.] It was never because I had a sadistic hobby that I deliberately neglected my opponent. This process was absolutely necessary in order to copy Pendragons ability and get the dragons wish as a bonus. [Copying conditions: Dragons are a more certain race than anyone else in their rtionship with silver. If you get the dragons promise from such a pendragon, you will be able to copy one of his unique holy spear, unique abilities, and skills.] Its literally like you can pull out all the marrow. Isnt this really 1 seat 2 trillion? Jinhyuk stood up from his seat. If you are a dragon, you also have at least one rare, right? Les rares? No way Right. what youre thinking If you hand it over to me in its entirety, Ill send it neatly. Ha, but Pendragon blurted out even in the midst of intense pain. Greed for treasure is a dragons instinct. It was unimaginable to hand over everything that had been umted for tens of thousands of years. Then keep burning here slowly and die. If you die anyway, isnt it a treasure and everything is useless? Isnt that right, Kuma? Mosquito! The sweet potato, which had returned to its original form before I knew it, nodded vigorously. I dont know anything else, but the fact that Jinhyeok is safe seems to be more than happy. i get it. Take the damn thing Pendragon gave up everything. square! A piece of parchment made of runes floated on Jinhyeoks chest. Seal engraved with a ck dragon. It will be a piece of parchment with the location of Pendragonsir and the password to get inside safely. Ill just finish this job and move on. Jinhyeok kept the parchment in a corner of the subspace. Now its your turn to keep your promise. I know. p! Jinhyeok grabbed the huge greatsword with both hands. ck magic rose along Balmungs de. Booung! one sword. With one neat vertical sh, Pendragons head waspletely blown off. It was the moment when the life of an ancient dragon suffering from ck mes was about toe to an end. at the same time. Tring! Tring! Tring! [Your level has risen!] [Your level has risen!] [Your level has risen!] [Your level] [you have risen!] [You have acquired Dragon Bone!] [Dragonbone Scale C You have acquired 250kg!] [You have acquired 28 top-notch magic stones!] [You have obtained a damaged Dragon Heart!] Along with leveling up, a myriad of items came out. [Ability copy seeded!] [You have copied the unique holy spear gue!] [gue] Difficulty to obtain: Impossible to measure ck me dragon Pendragons unique holy spear summons a ck me that burns everything it touches. Depending on the skill level, Heukyeom can be transformed into various forms, and it is impossible to defend unless it is a breath of the same level or a unique holy spear. [Copied abilities are stored in Memory of the World.] Alright. Roughly finished with this. Next Jinhyeoks gaze turned to the Nanoleaf. startled why? Why me again? Nanoleaf trembled slightly. Its absurd that humans emit breath, but they even made a deal with Pendragons life. How dare you rebel in a situation where youve seen even ying with an ancient dragon with full control over life and death? I need some permission to go to the next floor, can you take care of it? If you really want to keep the boss position, y with me one more time. A notice, not a request. If you refuse, Pendragon will follow. No, of course. I still didnt like these ruins, but I was thinking about packing up and going back to my hometown. So heres the pass. haha. The nanoleaf retreated from the boss monster in the ruins on its own. Although the taste of power was sweet, it was not more important than life. [We seeded in conquering the 33rd floor for the first time.] [The first attackers are the yers Jinhyuk Kang and the Goinmul Corporation raid group.] So. Another achievement has been added. Now finally Jinhyeok activated his personal status window. Name: Jinhyeok Kang Gender: Male Level: 250 Strength 109 Agility 121 Stamina 130 Magical Power 549 Interval 100 Luck 10 Adaptive 78 Spirit 190.55 Possessed Stat Points: 78 Possessed Coin: 18136442 upation: Ruler of the Runes Unique Sacred Spear: Ring of Reversal Phase 2 Eight Swamps White Night Final Genesis Downfall re Eclipse. The Last Meister. Cheolyeonhwa gue. Inherent abilities: Fusion, Grave of Swords, Blessing of the Stars, Judgment of Anubis, Blood Magic, Mand, 1 Second Invincibility, Thousand Poison), White Beast, All Worlds, Sanctuary of the Sun, Dark Heaven Demon Emperor, Triple Magic, Colossus Strike, Fire Dragons Breath, High-Speed Sword(ل) Right Hand of Tombgrave Berserker Realm of Wind Shadow Massacre The me of the Beginning Blood Explosion ck Tears Tombgraves Bridge Superpower God, The Core of the Legion, Ancient Barrier, Heavenly Demon God, Mentra Taming, Nihilism, Destruction of All Poison, Red Earth RidingR) Machine Lord Geukjin Taekwondo The Dreams Oath The Will of the Ocean Current The Apostates Golden Apple Eating Growth The Hand of a Submissive. Earth Quake Acid Feeler. Poison Road. Cascadiav. Skill: The content of the skill is too much, so it is converted to a folded state. A whopping 250 levels. It was the result of hunting the named-level guardian Creed at the Dream Bridge and also catching the ancient dragon Pandragon. Stat point 78 is amazing. There are so many piled up that I have no idea what to upload. To that extent, the rewards received this time were enormous. [Strength increases from 109 119] [Agility increases from 121 131] [Stamina increases from 130 148] [Magic increases from 549 589] Strength and agility are equal . The distribution ended in a way that put weight on physical strength and horsepower. Whoops! A warm light permeated my body, and I felt my whole body overflowing with energy. ??? Three days have passed since the 33rd floor was captured. However, the number of people staying on the 33rd floor was overwhelmingly greater than the number of people going to the 34th floor. It was because the Crystal Tower was destroyed in half by Pendragon, and numerous quests were overflowing in Refloor. Most of the yers were busy trying to get untimely honey quests. brother! If you clear the recovery quest here, you will be recognized aspleting two linked quests! We are looking for three more people to go to the Magic Stone Mine! Is there anyone who wants to go hunting for crystal golems in the eastern swamp? As a reward, magical engineering-rted essories are dropped! Various guilds, as well as mercenaries and yers, formed a sea of phosphates. This is because he intends to focus on growing while gaining opportunities and rewards as much as possible here for at least a week. and present. While everyone was on the 33rd floor, Jinhyeok arrived at apletely different ce. [Enter ck me Dragon Pendragons Lair.] Tower of Trials 46th floor. Strange intruders have appeared where no yer has reached yet. Hoo. Was this the home of that greedy dragon? Elise looked at the mouth of a huge volcano. If possible, he tried toe alone, but Elise could not ept it, knowing that it was a rare dragon overflowing with all kinds of goods and treasures. As far as collecting desires go, I havent been pushed anywhere. Youll know how great it is once you get inside. Then Lets go. Jinhyeok took the lead. Chapter 544 Episode 544. Ancient dragons rare (1) Lets go. Its the first time Jim is in the upper ss like this. Alice urged Jinhyeok with an excited expression. It was clear from his tone that he wanted to see all the precious treasures piled up inside as soon as possible, even for a second. Well, I understand how you feel. If the ancient dragon hadnt sent an invitation directly, the way to get to the 46th floor would have been extremely limited at this point. Jinhyeok also enjoyed this process as if on a pic. But just then Cuckoo coo! Suddenly, the ashes piled up on both sides began to fall. This? contractor? What appeared were bizarre monsters made of obsidian. The monsters with four arms and legs, each holding a different weapon, shed red eyes. Cheating Geek! Queee! The screams of stone and iron shing were hoarse in my ears. Guardian. This fucking lizard must have been messing around until the very end. In the long parchment, it seems that the right to subordinate to the guardian was left out. Or, you have to satisfy something else so that you can exercise your dominance. Either way, the pic, which was enjoyable, turned into quite a spectacle. Quaang! bang! Six Guardians flew at the same time. It is their instinct to deal with intruders once they have been discovered. The magical energy imbued with the energy of fire headed for Jinhyeok and Elise at once. of course. It hurts. You lowly insignificant creatures cant grasp the subject. From Jinhyeok and Alices point of view, it was just astonishing that a guardian like this would attack them. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! The rising pir of icepletely froze the Guardians who were attacking from the front. Those who were aiming for the side were mercilessly pierced by Elises skewer. Kek! Kee An overwhelming gap. In the blink of an eye, the ancient dragons guardians were annihted. ??? It has been well over 10,000 years since Pendragon settled down in the volcanic area on the 46th floor. It is said that countless guardians and administrators have spent their lives here. and present. What is that guy? Helberg, the head of the Guardian who oversees Pendragonsir, fell into a panic in an unexpected situation. The guardians mission that has been passed on for 7 generations beyond the predecessors. During that long and long time, I had the experience of dealing with intruders quite a number of times. Useless enthusiasm or inability to grasp the subject. Most of them were people who really wanted to die. But not this time. Guardians are annihted in one blow The ones ced at the entrance were gatekeepers made up of higher ranks among all the guardians. It was not unusual for him to subdue such people so lightly. Helberg gnawed his nails with his teeth. Damn it I never thought that such arge-scale incident would happen in this gap when Pendragon was away. Right then. Hmm. Something must have happened. The person sitting next to him opened his mouth. A middle-aged man in a stylish fedora and white suit. It was Rick Hennessy, the senior manager. yes. It looks like a rather annoying intruder has entered. haha. An intruder Who the hell dares to set foot in a ce ruled by the ck me Dragon? Rick stroked his beard and reached for the coffee cup on the table. Its not something a senior manager cares about. I can handle it somehow on my own Huh? Helbergs eyes widened as he spoke. Hundreds of Magma Lizards must be waiting behind the Guardian. however. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! Keeeeeee! Keeeh! The scene seen on the screen was iparable to the first one. The army under the direct control of the ancient dragon, which boasts the strongest, is being torn apart. Troops that are shattered foot to foot. Its like watching a huge storm roll in. Hmm. Thats how it happened too. Thats why I cant be your opponent. Rick. Thats how it happens. What do you mean? Are youpletely unaware of the news outside of this rare? Hey my only purpose is to protect this ce. But who the hell is the author, so does Rick know? Helberg also knew quite a bit about the gods and giant forces from the 30th to the 40th floor. It was because he could encounter them as a threat or as a guest. But by no means. None of them were human. In the first ce, it didnt make sense for humans to have this much power. Of course I know. A soft smile formed on Ricks lips. theres no way you wouldnt know How could I not know? My heartfelt advice is to defeat all the Guardians and be as polite as possible. If you want to live. What do you mean by that is that person really a person with enough influence that even Rick-sama would feel burdened? Before answering that why is the owner of this rare not responding when his bedroom is turning into a mess? You might as well think about the reason. Thats right, of course youre busy Helberg, who was talking, quickly lost his words. Its because I realized that something wasnt right. No matter how urgent something is. The question is, is there anything more urgent than the copse of the stronghold, a symbol of pride? *** Jinhyeok grabbed the senior richs neck. Such nonsense magic the lich stammered. The fact that all magic doesnt work, even at this moment, I couldnt believe it. Crunchy! His neck snapped with a light gesture. Since the Life Force Vessel wasnt destroyed, it wont be extinguished. contractor. Didnt I say that this rare was yours? It did. But why are there so many saboteurs? Everyone would attack me just by making eye contact, and the clothes I was wearing would be a mess. Alice poured out words full of annoyance. A frayed and dusty dress can no longer be called a dress. I tried to have a lot of fun by seeing rare treasures and eating delicious things. The reality was fierce. Jinhyeok also bit his mrs. How dare you not know the new master and make him suffer like this. Later, after collecting them in a single file, they nned to torture them as much as possible. that buck cooong! thud! New riches andrge monsters appeared in abundance again. No matter what happened to them, they wouldnt be scared even if they were pressed so hard. This is the moment that proves how harshly Pendragon has treated them. Huh-huh Yes. Whatever it is, its a treasure, and Ill wipe it all away. I will wipe rare itself off the map. Ellis? Calm down Get out of the way! Jim is in 100% mode right now! [Ellis activates her unique ability Blood Road!] Blood drops began to rotate at high speed. Its because of the idea of pouring all my magic power into it. Thats when the battle was about to start again. Whoops! A gate appeared in front of everyone. The one who jumped out in a hurry was Helberg, the generalmander of the Guardians. Sorry. Everyone stop attacking! I mean stop right now! Helberg hurriedly stopped the Guardians. At the same time, he ran to where Jinhyeok was and bowed his head. I havemitted a mortal sin. You are the new master. Quaang! Drops of blood flowed from his head, which hit the ground. His forehead was torn, but he felt no pain. Pendragon, who kept losing contact. The reason is that he was killed by that human. After learning the truth through Rick, I couldnt stay sane because my whole body was shaking. Are you in charge here? Yes Yes! Its called the Helbug of theva race! Until now, Mr. Pendragon no, I was in charge of assisting Pendragon. Helberg Theva race is famous for being highly intelligent and good at handling things, right? Red dragons and ck dragons often appoint them as guardians. youre right! You have learned a lot and you must know a lot. of course! however. Jinhyuk scratched his head. Where did you learn that the head of the guardian attacks the owner? yes? creepy The atmosphere changed rapidly. A cold life oppresses the entire rare. Itsplicated and annoying to select new guardians and manage rares, so Im just trying to maintain this system If the guys under me are rebellious, I think I should reconsider that. C If you resist, I will kill you. C Even if you dont resist, Ill kill you. The murderous spirit emanating from Jinhyeok and Alice was far more heinous than Pendragon. If you give me one more chance, I will never make this mistake again. I will be a faithful subordinate and satisfy my master and hostess. No matter what you say, I will kill all of you Huh? Hostess? Are you calling me the hostess? yes. Thats right. Noble and beautiful noble of the night. Hmm. greatness! stop contracting This guy seems to be reflecting a lot Elise pulled Jinhyeoks sleeve. Whoa. All right. First of all, treat the injured guardians and proceed with rare recovery. From now on, we will make this ce our new base. An advantage that cannot bepared with existing bases. Even yet, the giant powers in the upperyers do not know that this side ate Pendragons rare. Uriel, Olympus, and Cheonsei will also aim for the existing ones if they want to attack the base. Since I earned my time as a bonus, it means that I have all the best conditions. good. Now that youve roughly finished organizing the house, its time to see how splendid the ancient dragons treasure house is. Following Helbergs guidance, Jinhyuk headed to the deepest part of Rare. Various liches, golems, andrge monsters lined up left and right to keep their ce. The ce they arrived at was a heavy door. The ck door engraved with two dragons was protected by dozens of magics. Since you already have full control of this ce, it will open by itself with just a touch. That is rather convenient. Only me and Alice will fit in here, so please wait outside for the rest. As instructed Helberg quickly stepped back. Cuckoo coo! The door opened on both sides with a roar. Soon, a jaw-dropping scene unfolded. A huge amount of magic stones and various artifacts. Its gold piled up like a mountain. Even if I had to say it, it only hurts my mouth. In particr, the top-notch holy relics were disyed in the ss coffin that hung down on one side. At least S-ss or higher. I see things that seem immeasurable. Wow A golden wave passed through Elises pupils. It exceeds expectations. Jinhyuk also burst into admiration. Even if you rob the warehouses of quite a few giant powers, you wont be able to find these high-quality treasures. wiggle! wiggle! I felt the subspace inventory vibrate violently. The sweet potato inside smelled the sweet aroma of the magic stone. Yes, our Kuma suffered a lot too. He gave up his life span and manifested as his body. Appropriatepensation should be given. There were items that could be given to the rest of the spirits and summoned beasts. Mosquito! The sweet potato that came out jumped toward the pile of magic stones. Wow! Quadduk! The appearance of eating magic stones at once without taking a breath. Seeing him wag his tail, it seems like my stomach is full. Hee hee hoo oh. This fits the weight of Jim. Wow! Was this here? This is what I was really looking for! Alice, too, was obsessed with choosing fancy jewels and trinkets. There are definitely a lot of great things. But among them the difference in rank caught my eye. Jinhyuk stood tall on the spot. Ha ha Laughter escaped my lips. I never expected to see this here. Chapter 545 Chapter 545. Rare of ancient dragons (2) Outwardly poor appearance. No one will understand why an old, broken jewel box is still here. Thats probably why Pendragon also put it next to the gold pile instead of keeping it in a separate disy case. still. I felt a sense of dissimrity of magic and put it in the treasure house. Anyway, the feeling is pretty good. The empty jewelry box was worth more than it seemed. Jinhyuks mouth twitched violently. It was hard to contain theughter that erupted from within. A clue about the Necronomicon. This jewelry box was one of them. It also allows you to know the most important location. Lets see Jinhyeok carefully ced his hand on the box. I could feel the rough texture of the wood. [You have selected Unknown Box.] A very delicate process is required to see the true appearance of this box. Not even a single mistake in distributing magic power properly and in unsealing the box is uneptable. Press this part After turning this part p! click! The jewel boxs fury continued to spin. The shape of the box began to change ording to the natural flow of water. [The Unknown Box is opened.] [The map to Primeval Forestes to mind.] A picture of a snake biting its tail. The maze of Ouroboros tangled along the surface of the box came to mind. I didnt expect to get this here This will make securing the Necronomicon much easier. Its a really unexpected surprise. This alone outweighed all other gains. Now you can choose your items with ease. Jinhyeok leisurely strolled inside the treasure house and looked through the items filled with memories. how long has it been like that? The long shopping trip is finally over. Iron powder soaked in the blood of an ancient dragon. Lightning Drinking Spear. Archrichs Magical Book. The Last Drop of Antis. A total of four were selected. In the future, various items that will help you climb the tower and deal with the gods are also selected and stored separately. I think this is enough, but how did you pick them all? Jinhyeok looked at Alice next to him. Mmmmmmmmmm. Ellis was still grunting and collecting treasures. Anyway, greed is like a mountain. You cane again next time anyway, but it seems like you want to take everything with you when youe again. If I leave it alone, Ill spend three days and nights shopping, so maybe its better to draw a line here. The linked quest to find the Trace of Igni on the 33rd floor is not over yet. Mediating the truce between Olympus and Ragnarok could not be postponed any longer. Although he refrained from using Thor or Loki as much as possible, his patience was running out as time passed. Ellis? Wait a minute. One hour no more than 30 minutes. no. Then even for ten minutes! Elise clung to her, almost crying. Its ten minutes. Ill be waiting outside, so hurry up and follow me. huh! With Alice smiling brightly behind, Jinhyeok came out of the treasure house. Are you done now? Helberg, who had been waiting outside, bowed his head politely. I have work, so Ill finish here for today. Please take good care of this ce while I am away. Sooner orter, I will send my friends from my original base here as well, so please find a way to get into this rare. Its money, you can take out as much as you like from the warehouse and use it. Strengthen the base on the 46th floor. This, too, was a task that could not be postponed. All right. Lets do it right away. Then stop ah! right. Jinhyuk paused for a moment before moving his steps. I forgot because things were going so crazy, but I had to know why Helberg, who was so aggressive at first, suddenly changed his attitude. Because theres no way he knew that I killed Pendragon. If that was the case, he would have surrendered right away. The ancient dragon guardians Ive dealt with in the past have extremely closed personalities. Because of this, he was insensitive to outside news. However, the sudden change in Helbergs attitude means that something changed in the meantime. Is someone else at this rare? There is only one conceivable number of cases. Helberg kept his mouth shut at Jinhyeoks question. Rick had asked him not to tell anyone that he hade here. But the orders given by the new owner and the favor of the senior manager. If you put two on the scale, it was already decided which one to choose. The person who gave me the information was Rick Hennessy. I am the senior manager of the tower. Rick Hennessy. Jinhyeok chewed on the name heavily. A senior manager came here at this timing? Its an absurd probability to say its just a coincidence. What did Rick say he was here for? Like the owner, he said he wanted to see some of the treasures in Rare. He said there was one thing he wanted, and offered to buy or exchange it. what did you say They said it was not a special holy relic or artifact, but something of little value ! There is only one thing in this rare that Rick, the owner of the grand corps, might be interested in. Its just a jewel box. And the fact that hes aiming for the same thing as this Rick was it rted to the primeval beings as well? Jinhyeok put everything together like a puzzle. *** Refloor on the 33rd floor. The members of the Goinmul Corporation, including Jinhyeok and Ellis, gathered in one ce. te. I was supposed to meet you an hour ago! Chun Yoo-seong, who was waiting at the cafe, frowned. Iced Caf Latte has already been out of stock for a long time. I ate everything, even the crystal cake that was ordered for dessert. Oh my goodness. Mr Jin Hyuk! Mr. Alice! Here it is! Theresa, on the other hand, waved happily. Sorry, hes so into shopping like a kid who saw a toy Imte for forcing him toe. When did Ji Jim act like a child! Elise screamed loudly. Still, its good to know that its embarrassing. by the way. What chain quest did you choose? Seeing that he has room, he seems to be working on something quite usable Even so, it wouldnt be better than the one I chose. Its nothing special, its a crimson-linked quest. I am looking for traces of Igni. Crimson mes you mean that hidden quest? Chun Yuseongs pupils dted rapidly. One of the few top-level hidden quests on the 33rd floor. I thought someone had unlocked it, but that damn old man found it. [SS ss C Sky sh] A special quest that only those who have transcended the realm of the sword can seed. The goal is to cut through the crystal-encased skies of Reflor through abination of sorcery and swordsmanship. Even if it wasnt until the hidden connection, after breaking through several high-difficulty quests, I managed to reach the end of the quest. It all went to waste. It was because no matter how much a normal SS-ss quest did, it couldnt bepared to Hidden. Pudeudeuk. this time too. was behind again. No matter what kind of game they yed, the result was the same every time. No matter how hard you try, it is impossible to win just one victory. Even if I try desperately I guess its useless. The feeling of hopelessness was unbearable. Right then. Jinhyeok quietly spoke. Ha But the difficulty level of this became so high that I didnt know what to do afterwards. It is said to control the flow of fire and find the traces of Igni left on the cliff, but does that make sense in the first ce? The ones left on the cliff look like sword scars, but haha My head hurts. No matter how many times I watch it, I cant get a feel for it. Are you saying you couldnt find a way too? huh. Its not enough for me. Jinhyuk shook his head and let out a deep sigh. On the other hand, Chun Yoo-seongs face changed 180 degrees from before. Also controlling the flow of fire. It was also possible to grasp the inscribed sword marks through it. It was possible if you were yourself. In the first ce, unlike Jinhyeok, who is an all-rounder, he had been walking a path that specialized in swords. If I uncover this, it will prove that Im better than that guy. The worry didntst long. under! To challenge the hidden quest while not being able to do that. Guide them to the cliff where the sword marks are. I will look into it and fix it myself. Its really difficult, and its on the 33rd floor, which is pretty rough. It is not easy to even go there. Do I look like a decent guy in your eyes? Its not like that but are you sure youre okay? No problem. Chun Yuseong raised his head confidently. good. With this, I got a reliable ve No. 1. Its a new word, but I wonder if theres another idiot that can be manipted so easily. Because if I touched my self-esteem, it would move on its own. Wow, I think well all get together. Teresa also expressed her intention to join. How are you two? are you okay? Hey, if Yooseong hyung and Teresa noonae, its a great wee. I agree too. If you have toplete the linked quest anyway, the more support, the better. Lee Tae-min and Yoo Yeon-hwa also expressed their support. The luggage is fine too. Even Ellis agreed, and the linkage quest of the Dead Man Corporation began. *** A cliff located outside the 33rd floor. Just looking at the sculptures of Mother Nature, which were several kilometers tall, made people exim. Particrly, the mist spreading softly at the top and the beautiful birds flying between them created a spectacle that could only be seen in myths. But the most notable thing is, of course, the sword scars along the cliff. And around it were softly burning mes. [You have found the hidden link quest Traces of Igni.] [Through these traces, find out what happened in the past.] [If you get urate clues, you can get a glimpse of the memories of the past. ] The traces of the sword and the irregr mes made it impossible to guess their whereabouts. Considering that huge craters remain in the middle, it can only be assumed that there was a fierce battle. How do you know? It sure is difficult. Its the first time Ive ever seen such a domineering herbivore. Ah, it seems you dont even know. Even if it was the swordsman of the world, it only worked at the level of the yers. Jinhyeok clicked his tongue with an expression of Sure it is. Damn it. Be quiet here and watch. I will prove that I am better than you. Chun Yoo-seong stood at the forefront. Sreung! He pulled out his sword and slowly started moving along the path along the cliff. [Cheon Yoo-seong activates his unique ability Sword Song!] The mes gathered and scattered along the de. soft. It must be the first time that Chun Yoo-seong sees it. The ability to read past sword attacks and reproduce Ignis battles was as if they had actually experienced it. Because hes a real genius too. The problem is that he tries to attack at all times. If it wasnt for that, he would be a reliablepanion. Right then. [The level of understanding of the battlefield has increased slightly!] [Partially met the conditions.] [The traces of the sword and the remaining mes look back on the past.] [The mythical war is reproduced!] Everyones eyesight turned ck. And when I open my eyes again The existingndscape waspletely different. Chapter 546 Episode 546. The fire spirit king Igni Koooooo! A roar that shakes the heavens and the earth. The clouds parted and the earth shook. The three dragons gathered fearsome magic while facing the cliff. You dare to intervene in the dragons affairs [Dragon activates Pier!] Kukukukukuku! to live solitary It was not an easy scene to see dragons with low emotional ups and downs show such anger. On the other side is a gigantic being whose whole body is engulfed in zing mes. It was Igni, the fire spirit king. Igni, holding a long sword made of fire, was facing three ancient-ss dragons alone. Wow This is Thats amazing. There are so many dragons so many Everyone who was watching opened their mouths in a daze. Ever since I knew I was peeping into past memories, I knew at least that something unusual was going to happen but I never thought it would be this absurd. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Kwaaang! The mes scattered in all directions, leaving long scars on the cliffs. It was as if two huge natural disasters collided head-on. once. twice. and three times. Battles continued, but the bnce remained tight. Those of the great race do unspeakable things and speak well. I wouldnt havee out myself if you guys hadnt done anything to bring disaster to the tower. Jinhyeoks eyes trembled slightly at Ignis words. A secret that dragons never want to reveal. this is about him As Igni growled, the dragons moved even more urgently. Shut up! Ill rip that mouth right now! I will make it impossible for you toe out of the spirit realm forever! Three different breaths converged into one point. The colorful magic powers merged into one and began to glow indigo. No matter how much you do will not happen. And right when Igni spoke. Tring! Tring! Tring! [If you proceed further than this, you will learn the secret of the dragons.] [If you learn the secrets of the dragons, all objects will be the achievements of the dragons, and a stigma will be engraved on each target. The effect of the stigmasts forever unless given.) Red status windows shed in session in front of everyone. This is a warning. If you cross this line, there will be no turning back. did everyone know that The atmosphere instantly stiffened. Dragons fury? This is not easy. brother. sisters. Are you all of the same opinion? of course! I agree. There is no need to increase the number of enemies. The risk will be too high. Everyone nodded. Anyway, as long as he peeped at his memories, the linked quests must have been fulfilled to some extent. Even if it was considered a failure, it was better than taking this risk. As long as the 33rd floor was captured, I could have given up the rewards. but. [You chose to proceed.] The final decision method of the linked quest is not a democracy by voting. It is the inherent authority of the party leader to lead the group that received the quest. Yeah, as expected, hearing other peoples secrets is the most fun. What is it really like? Jinhyeoks eyes lit up. Crazy No, dear! brother! Haa Its a headache. Its like this Its like Jims contractor. A bitter sigh escaped everyones lips. A crazy old man who breaks the obviousmon sense. The biggest mistake was overlooking Jinhyeoks existence. [Memories are reyed.] What followed was with dragons unleashing their breath. Igni takes it all alone. and. The purple tentacles that finally emerged from the darkness were Nyathotep. An ancient being floating on the stairs blocked Igni. Its really annoying. Its already hot, but Im dying to face a hot fireball. Nyathotep scratched his head. In his tone full of indolence and annoyance, he even felt annoyance at the dragons who had called him here. The problem is that there are only ipetent ones. Isnt it? The dragons flinched and trembled. sorry. We tried to deal with it on our own line as much as possible Because its a fire spirit, so the breath doesnt work properly Its done. I should have just started from the beginning. Tsk. Nyathotep drew out a long staff. [Primeval Power C Silence is activated.] Kukukukuku! The tentacles vibrated in unison. Purple waves began to form huge waves. I didnt want to go this far, but you crossed the line too much. You mean looking behind the filthy curtains is a sin? Well, if it is known that you, not the dragons, will decide the position of the Dragon Lord, it will cause a big stir. Igni countered this and blew me into the huge longsword. Roaring! The mepletely engulfed the sword body. The flow of the sword is too natural, not befitting its huge size. The sword that gracefully cut through the air had a shape. In addition, it should not be known that the lives of 1,000 residents must be sacrificed to create the soul stone that symbolizes Lord. The noble dragons and the absolute authority of the 50th floor will copse. Whoop whoop. Talking about a pierced mouth. Well, thats urate anyway. There is not a single word wrong. Because you know why you have to die here? I have no intention of falling in vain. Even if the opponent is you. Everyone talks like that. Until you taste the tentacles once. Soon after, a huge shockwave urred. Cracks like the shells of turtles on the cliffs began to shatter everything in sight. It was thest thing everyone could see. [Memory ends.] [Penalty is applied for peeking into the secret!] [You acquired +1 Fire Fragment!] The status window shed again, and everything ended. *** When the charred vision came back, it was not a fierce battlefield, but andscape after the passing of years. Big! I never thought the dragons would have such a secret and I would see the memories of that time with my own eyes. Jinhyeok clenched his fists. On the other hand, the faces of the rest of the members had turned earthy. Its secret and its nabal. In the future, the dragon race as well as the 50th floor were additionally pursued. There are already many enemies, but the things to pay attention to have multiplied several times. Haa Really, because of you Chun Yoo-seong barely swallowed the curse that came out of his stomach. Its useless to say Even if you get angry, its always this side that loses. done. lets not talk speak. Im going to cool off, so well talk about how to handle thister. I also need to get some sleep today. When I wake up, I hope everything is a dream. Whoa. Get some rest too. Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min also waved and left. Mmm. Everyone is so messed up that it pricks the hairs of my conscience a little. Still, everyone will thank youter. If you form a hostile rtionship with the primeval beings from the beginning, the range of rewards you receiveter will be muchrger. By the way Jinhyeoks gaze turned to the fist-sized fireball. The burning fragments are fire fragments left by Igni. If you only have this, Igni will contact you first. Now that we share themon enemy of dragons and primeval beings. Jinhyeok kept the fragments of fire in a corner of the subspace inventory. Now, the urgent fire on the 33rd floor was roughly extinguished. The next thing to do is post-processing of Olympus and Ragnarok. [Request to talk to the upper faction Ragnarok.] Ugh! When the scroll was torn, a dazzling light flickered. at the same time. Pants! Blue lightning fell from the sky. Ahhh.. Your socks are all sore. What manifested was a giant with a muscr body. Its Thor, the god of thunder. His entire body was covered in dust and blood, no matter where he had been rampaging until just now. Wasnt the war over? Anyone who sees it will know that the final war has taken ce. The big one is over. However, the small battle still continues. damn it Its all because those filthy bastards arent wearing clean clothes. Im not the type to give up easily. Although they lost two main gods, the rest of the deities, including Zeus, are still in good health. It wasnt even that the huge base called Olympus was damaged. So I need your help. There is now a limit to stopping the enraged warriors from attacking Olympus. but. Theres no way that the battle fanatics who want to go to Valha ignore the provocation. It seems that the situation is more precarious than expected if Thor said that. Did you set the meeting ce to the ce I told you about? Nothing. Ive prepared everything just as you asked. All right. Then lets go right away. good. Big! Heimdall! are you listening hey! Thor shouted into the air. Then another deity appeared in the sky. Your ears will fall. I can hear everything even if you dont speak so loudly. Hahaha! I thought you were gone again. Is it only the two of you other than Thor who are going? Heimdall looked at Jinhyeok and Ellis. yes. Right. [Heimdall summons the Bridge Connecting Dimensions!] A rainbow bridge leading to New Asgard, the city of warriors. Finally, the time hase to see with your own eyes how the new home of Norse mythology waspleted. ??? A mountain with clouds under your feet. Even in the heart of Olympus, several deities were ready to move. Tak Tak. Looking over the bonfire is Ares, the god of war. And it was Artemis who was suffering from the loss of Apollo. Finally, Athena, armed with a shield and a spear, opened her mouth heavily. They started moving. Okay, this is the beginning. Ares gave a slight hint of excitement. On the other hand. Artemis showed a different reaction from Ares. flinch The hand holding the arrow trembled. It seemed as if he would run away at any moment as the vicious lifeblood simmered out. Artemis! Athena shouted. ! I know you are upset. But you must not forget the mission your father gave you. Tears of blood flowed from Artemis eyes. It was hard to control my emotions just by looking at Jinhyeok and Alice through the eyes of the owls. forget everything knock it all down To the point where I want to kill everyone. But it was Zeus order that made him suppress even those emotions. This meeting couldpletely change the future. Thats why everyone has to move ording to the perfectly nned script. Chensei and Eden also left for Asgard. You and I will also represent Olympus and go there, but you must not attack first until Ares brother gives you a signal. Are you saying we have to stay still even with our enemy in front of us? Opportunity will surelye. Certainly. If you shake it inside and outside the tower at the same time. No matter how impregnable he was, he would have no choice but to expose a gap. Chapter 547 Episode 547. Asgard, the city of warriors (1) Same time. Other forces to participate in the talks, Cheonse and Eden, also moved. Inside the temple where the zing red crystal ball was located, two forces with different myths gathered. . .. There is a heavy silence. In the first ce, since they were divinities with opposite tendencies, the atmosphere was inevitably ufortable just being in the same space. In particr, Uriel, who had a radical disposition, was barely resisting the urge to wipe out everything right away. You have to be patient. Another angel, Atael, who followed Uriel as an escort, carefully opened his mouth. okay. Know. If you show your anger here, everything will copse. Currently, Eden is in a state where a small group led by Gabriel and Michael is spreading like a cancer. The overwhelming power difference in the beginning was no longer an advantage. It was because of the continued failure that Gabriel and Michaels position continued to be solid. Even now, is it right to make Eden devastated by going to war with other forces? Angels who even had doubts about him were appearing one after another. Dont be too impressed. We didnte here because we liked it too. You just have to do your job well. Ganesha shrugged. The rest of the heavenly god and the guards also maintained a rxed attitude. I dont know how serious the situation is, but that job is fucking not easy. After the restoration of Yggdrasil, Ragnarok was in the process of achieving spectacr prosperity. In addition, Kang Jin-hyeok and Goinmul Corporation. If you thinkcently, you will repeat the nightmares of the past. The outsider told me how to break Alices contract. On the Olympus side, Ares decided to move directly. Do you think its worth it if youre holding on to this tile? It is said that we are the way we are now because of that clumsy mindset of worth it. Hmm. That makes sense too. If not. Shiva, who was sitting next to Ganesha, added a word. Wouldnt it be a little reassuring if I told you that we were on our side in the heart of the other person? what? There is a thousand-year-old insider in Northern Europe. What do you mean? Due to the nature of the extremely closed kinship rtionship, it is unlikely that the Norse deities would have epted outsiders. If not No way Uriels pupils rapidly dted. There is only one possible number of cases that can be considered. The corners of Shivas mouth twisted subtly. Yes, I managed to capture one of the guys inside. Thats one of the main deities. Of course, the price was expensive, but considering the return, it is several times cheaper. Certainly, the story ispletely different if the chieftain level helps. If he can strike the back of the head at the perfect timing from the inside, the effect will be beyond imagination. Uriel leisurely rested his chin on his arm. things are going well. For the first time, I was confident of victory. ??? Shoot ah. Dazzling golden waves poured down. A ce overflowing with pure white Pegasus and numerous creatures. This is the new base for the Nordic gods. New Asgard. Wow. An exmation flowed from Jinhyeoks mouth. I knew Yggdrasil would prosper as it regrew, but I didnt expect it to happen this fast. This is a level that has caught up to the past. No, maybe it would have achieved a more brilliant civilization than then. Ha ha ha! We struggled a bit. But all of this was possible because of your help. Thorughed loudly. It is an exaggeration. What did I do Did the contractor eat something wrong? How could a contractor say such humble things Aww! Dont pinch! gets ripped off Jims cheeks are being ripped out! Alice struggled in pain. You should have chosen your words well. I was talking carelessly, and there were red finger marks on my glutinous rice cake-like cheeks. You dont have to say that. Because we all sincerely thank you. Isnt it! At Thors cry, those at the bottom of the hill raised their heads. Because the voice was so loud, attention was forced to focus on it. Oooh! excuse me! Look over there! with Thor. A human hero! The savior who saved Asgard! Kang Jin-hyuk! Kang Jin-hyeok! Kang Jin-hyeok! Cheers followed as if to leave. The shouts of hundreds and thousands were overwhelming enough to shake the entire Asgard. Certainly helping Northern Europe was the right choice. At least I havent forgotten grace. The meeting is at midnight today. Until then, spend your time rxing. Ive prepared a lodging halfway up the mountain you can see over there. Thor pointed to the mountain in front of him. The white mansion built on a steep cliff looked luxurious at first nce. At once, Elises eyes twinkled. It was because it was a top-notch amodation that was perfect for the propensity to like shy things. ??? Mmmmm. Ohhh! Hehe. Various exmations of exmation flowed from Alices mouth. Deliciously greasy meat and the finest wine. From fragrant fruits and various cheeses to thick soup. Food was perfect. Moreover, eating such top-notch dishes in a mansion built on a cliff made my eyes and mouth happy at the same time. Elise stuffed her cheeks full of food and stumbled. Now, for the time being, Ill be quiet. We bought some time before the talks started. Jinhyeok left Alice and quietly headed to the backyard of the mansion. There were a few things I had to prepare before starting this project in earnest. First of all Ugh! [The sub-space inventory is opened.] What appeared as the space opened was a T-Bone made of bones. Moongrak. master. Did you call? T-Bone appeared, leading the Ghost Steed. Thanks to growing up while staying in subspace, he has be more than a Death Knight, not a Skeleton Warrior. It is said that T-Bone alone can defeat quite a few stair guardians. huh. I have a favor to ask of you. Just say anything. You know the dragon corpse stored in subspace, right? Of course I know. How could I not know that big thing was stuck in my house? But why? Because I have to make it into a bone dragon. I called you because you asked me to work hard. Oh, the deadline is today. Crazy, Human? T-Bones empty eyes burned fiercely. It was a task that would take a whole week even if a great mage-level lich were attached. But to do it in one day, not at the same time. Its no different than just dying. However, suchmon sense did not work for Jinhyeok. These days, the kids are fussing about their poor bodies, so I was wondering if I should boil some beef bone soup with bones full of magical powers. what? But do you have a bone that is just right? Dalgrak! can do. It can be done in one day! Yes, I will trust you. thank you. Jinhyuk smiled brightly. There is even a Dragon Heart, so if T-Bonepletes the Bone Dragon, the next step will be easy. Now for the second time Jinhyeok called others from subspace. that buck Its a ce Ive never seen before. huh. with Frey. Hmm. Where is this again? It was Behemoth, one of the ancient species. Both of them are strong forces belonging to the Goinmul Corporation. You have to y a big role in climbing the tower in the future. Instead of answering, Jinhyeok pulled out two swords. A sharp anticipation was formed in Hongryeon and Barnard. Dalianis it? Hoo. Are you going to fight for a while? Frey and Behemoth reacted to Jinhyeoks spection. I think I will have to fight some very strong guys soon. If it was a one-on-one, what would I do alone, but I didnt think they would fight so honestly. Above all, it is also disadvantageous in terms of numbers. Arge number of allies are needed to defend the base and attack the opponents base. Each one has the best skills. I want to check the growth of the two, and if breathing goes well, there is a n to tie the two together as a team. If its training to improve your skills, its understandable. If you fight alone, the odds of winning are around 7%. But with the ancient species, the odds can be raised to around 37%. under! What kind of fucking calction is that? If the two of you fight, of course you have to win 100%. The Behemoth growled, baring its teeth. As if he was going to enjoy the opportunity to run rampant with all his might. Quaang! The Behemoth kicked the ground and rushed straight to Jinhyeoks face. fast. In addition to activating Instantaneous eleration, he was able to freely adjust his own weight through mass change. Jinhyeok crossed his two swords. Kwaaang! A heavy shock traveled through his hands and reached his bones. The moment the attack hit, it must have increased the weight to the limit. But this it seems too dangerous to simply see it as sparring, right? Its great too. I was prepared to send you in one shot the next time we fight again. You really dont want to kill me, do you? Wouldnt it work even a little with that thought? The other guy isnt you, right? The logic is absurd, but the attack itself was perfect. skill utilization. Theres nothing wrong with its power. Whoops! of course. Who did the attack? Behemoth was very proud of Jinhyeoks praise. On the other hand. I can fight well too. huh. I see If you can sessfullyunch an attack that threatens your life, you deserve praise. Freys mood changed. A blue river formed along the short spear. If the purpose was for the Behemoths to collide in a bold way. Freys spection was iparable to that. Smooth. Magical power that even felt strong tenacitypletely engulfed the entire mansion. huh. Ill go. Pre is it? Boooooong! A short spear cut through the air. Caang! As soon as Jinhyeok threw his short spear away, Frey disappeared from sight. back! [Inherent ability Triple Magic is activated!] Blink and Space Distortion were activated at once. It was to twist the trajectory of the short spear even a little. Fortunately, it worked. Bang! The second javelin narrowly passed between Jinhyeoks armpits and hit the ground. If the reaction was even a littlete, a wind hole would have formed in the body. My attack was more deadly. huh. Ahaha! Hey, I felt it the other day, but is that doll really insane? nice Lets y again. Behemoth also pulled out his greatsword from the distorted rift. Guys. this is sparring you know? huh? Jinhyuks voice trembled slightly. It was obvious, but there was no answer that came back. It seems that the original purpose has long since faded. Chapter 548 Chapter 548. Asgard, the city of warriors (2) Kwak Kwak Kwak! Kwaaang! Greatswords and short spears pierced like a storm. Each attack was so powerful that it was hard to see it as sparring anymore. Holes are made in the ground and trees are cut like toothpicks. Awesome! hooked! In particr, as time went on, Frey and Behemoth began to understand each others distance, and the power of the passing match increased several times from the beginning. but. The expressions of Behemoth and Frey, who were attacking one-sidedly, were not very good. Damn, does this make sense? We are getting stronger, but the owner is getting much stronger than that. Hes clearly doing his best. No, the more I breathed, the more I was growing. Even so. The gap was widening. Because now the trajectory of the attack waspletely read. It was unbelievable even when I saw it with my own two eyes. Damn, are you going to keep being dragged around like this? huh. I know. [Fray activates Lv30 Puppet Dance!] [Behemoth is Lv?? Activates Iahap!] A stab that leaves an afterimage. A sh that seemed to sh everything. Two attacks unfolded simultaneously. Jinhyuk lightly rotated his body counterclockwise. As long as you know the exact trajectory and where the flow of magic power weakens no matter how strong the attack is, you can destroy it. Kakakakang! The short spear and the greatsword bounced off at the same time. This is the moment when the blow of conversion that the two unfolded was blocked without a doubt. The real synergy is no joke. A gentle smile appeared on Jinhyuks lips. This is beyond expectations. At least on the 30th floor, you can count on a handful of people who can deal with thebination of these two. Took. Jinhyuk stopped in his seat. The point of the sword drooped slightly, as if to indicate that the fight had passed its climax. Originally, it would be appropriate to end it at this point. I have evaluated my skills well enough. however. Reason and emotion gavepletely different answers. I want to fight a little more intensely and warm up. Its my turn this time. [Trait skill Grave of Swords is activated!] Roaring! Dark red mes rose along the red lotus. [Inherent ability Earthquake is activated!] Jinhyeokunched an attack through the cracked ground. The herbivore of the Cheonma Singong unfolded, and magic that could not be imagined from a dagger exploded. Ahaha! Sounds like a good idea to do. good. Of course you should! Behemoth raised his greatsword straight up. It is because of the idea that we will fight head-on without retreating. at the same time. Jinhyeoks sword is equipped with herbivores. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah Kwah! A Thousand Miles Sword. A horizontal beam was unfolded that seemed to cut out the space. Dangerous. huh. Sensing that Frey was dying, he pulled back. On the other hand, Behemoth reacted to such a bloody spection and heated up even more. Kwaaang! Ah! Behemoths body flew to the other side. He poured his mana with all his might, but the impact far exceeded his expectations. There is no answer in this form. Behemoth, having let go of the string of reason, began to redistribute mana throughout his body. It is to manifest as the body. Sharp sparks flew from all sides, and a storm raged through the mansion. Wheein! A strong wind blew away everything in sight. If youre not focused, its not easy to even get the bnce right. this crazy Seriously, that guy? hey! Wait keep the line. goodness! Jinhyeok hurriedly shouted. not another guy If Behemoth, one of the ancient species specialized in destroying floors, manifests, Asgard, which has been painstakingly rebuilt, may turn to ashes again. Its about the level of civility. This would be a disaster. But just then These are the things Jim is doing while he is eating! My table is all messed up! A scream filled the world with all the rage. Alice was in a good mood. [The unique holynce Revtion of the Gaebyeok is activated!] The sky is dyed ck. down there. The red skewers pierced the clouds and fell relentlessly. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! Kwaaang! The true ancestors unique vocal chant Yes. The odds of survival are 0%. Aaaagh! Kyaaaaaa! Hell unfolded. To the point where I thought it would be better for Behemoth to manifest. Alices attack, filled with rage that blew the table away, continued. One minute three minutes five minutes. As time passed, the mansion became unrecognizable even in its shape. Now, even the cliffs are about to turn into rags. Whoops! Finally, the long-awaited savior appeared. [The deities of Ragnarok are manifesting.] Heimdall opened the door connecting the spaces. The space opened, revealing familiar faces. You guys ran wild with this. Heimdall pressed his temple with his index finger. Next to him were Thor, Loki, Baldur and Freya, and finally H. Because he ran so wildly, all Asgardians must have noticed. I thought it was a war. Ha ha ha! After all, if youre strong, you shouldnt miss a day of training. Ill get you someter. Please refrain from joking. If that happens, this ce might really disappear. Hmm. Would that be fun as it is? Even Loki-sama. Thor-sama alone is enough for trouble. Each of the deities spoke one word at a time. Its just that Odin doesnt exist. Its like almost all the stars have gathered. I guess we yed too loud. Even if I didnt do that, I thought I would just do it this far. To think this is over already. This is because I wanted to know the history of the famous deceased corporation members. Loki licked his lips in regret. Chuck. I feel the same way, but there will be plenty of opportunities in the future anyway. brother This friend will continue to be with us. Rather than that, the priority right now is to finish the meeting well. Jinhyeok Kang. Im asking the olddy, but you must have a n, right? Baldur cautiously opened his mouth. Its a n Of course I have it. Delicious carrots and a whip hot enough to kill your appetite. And even a hidden card that can overturn the board itself. Ive entrusted it to you, but I wont disappoint you. Jinhyuk gave a rxed smile. at the same time. The second hand pointed to midnight. [The end of the conference begins!] [Four deities gather in one ce!] [Senior and mid-level managers are closely watching this meeting.] The prelude has unfolded, announcing the crossroads of war and peace. ??? Center of Asgard. Arge number of people gathered at theke where Yggdrasils roots were located. The gods of Northern Europe, the celestial world, and the angels belonging to Eden red at each other with serious expressions on their faces. Its a natural story. A before-and-after summary. Not too long ago, they were fighting bloody battles to take each others lives. If there was an opportunity, he would definitely draw his sword right away. And in the middle of it, the only one who can influence all forces in this consultation has been established. The person who decided the victory of this war. It was Kang Jin-hyeok of The Ancient Inmul Corporation. Everyone had a hard timeing a long way. It has been raining a lot recently and the weather is chilly. How have you been? Jinhyeok cleared his voice and gave a normal greeting. Good job, bitch. Are we going to say hello or exchange? Of course, the atmosphere had to be chilly. Kuhm! hmm! Well, I know we have feelings for each other, but cant we just growl forever? Now we have to forget about it in moderation and move forward. Yes, that is correct! We also want to put an end to this damn fight. But arent those things that dont even look like warriors cowardly attacking the back of the head, not conceding to the game! Quaang! Thor stood up from his seat. It was a bonus that his muscles were about to explode and the Mjolnir in his hand trembled wildly. When the hell did we hit the back of the head? Uriels eyebrows curled in reverse. You are talking nonsense. Oh my goodness. It would be difficult if it was forced without proof Is it too much to ask for something like that since he is a god of thunder whose brain is made of muscles? Athena and Aphrodite from Olympus also shrugged. It wont be easy. To drive these tigers into one ce and conclude an armistice. I already feel like my head is getting dizzy. furthermore. something is strange. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. A strange sense of incongruity that I felt from the moment I came to the conference room. Originally, the confrontation unfolded by Yggdrasil should havepletely sealed off this area. So that no unauthorized entity can ever enter or overhear. However, some gaps were detected in the sharp feeling. No one noticed because it was so minute. But Jin-hyeok, who had even grown Yggdrasil seedlings himself in the past, clearly saw the difference. Someone yed a joke. Its not Olympus or Edens side. In the first ce, the world tree called Yggdrasil was not easy enough for outsiders to manipte Yggdrasils system. Then the number of cases is only one. There is an enemy inside. A person in a position to directly intervene in Yggdrasil with considerable information. ??? Same time. Outside the tower, an unusual incident also urred. uh? Manager Kim Won-seok and Assistant Manager Cha Seong-ho, who belonged to the Korean Awakened Association, doubted whether what they were seeing was correct. Sungho. That right? yes. I checked again and I am sure. Tall with long red hair. It was because a man who looked like he could even beat a bodybuilder came out from beyond the gate. Of course, its not too strange up to that point. There was nothing wrong with a ratherrge maning out of the Tower of Trials, which was frequented by people. However, if it is a disapproval that has not been judged by the association, the story ispletely different. either by mistake or intentionally. Either way you have to hold onto it. however. Wait Paang! with the sound of something exploding. The upper body of Cha Seong-ho, who tried to call the other person, disappeared. The lower body, left alone, stumbled and fell. Whose body would a filthy human dare to touch? Ares showed his displeasure with an insect-like gaze. Then, as if he remembered Athenas request, he lightly clicked his tongue. Sheesh! That nag told me not to kill as much as possible, but I made a mistake without realizing it. what cant you do If we just get rid of all the witnesses, there wont be any fear of getting caught. Wipe out every single person in this building. [Ares summons the Sword of War.] Ugh! Through the subspace, a 60cm long double-edged sword appeared. Round the rm right now and contact the guild! Kim Won-seok tried to shout that his throat would burst, but it was toote. It was after the de grazed his neck. It was not enough to cut down a person with one light gesture, and even the pir and the wall on the other side were neatly cut. A crack that cracks open. Cuckoo Cuckoo! The whole building shook. And soon after, the building began to copse. Aaaagh! Mu copses! Everyone evacuate! Screams and shouts mingled together. Hmm. This is his home In the falling debris. Ares thought. Im going to turn this city no, this whole country into a battlefield. Chapter 549 Chapter 549. Asgard, the city of warriors (3) yes? What is that The pupils of Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min, who answered the phone, shook rapidly. It was because the content of the call I received earlier was absurd. [Top Gate Explosion ident in Korean Ordeal.] [The cause is Magical Leakage? Or a secret experiment by the association?] [The government and investigators from each guild are investigating.] The gate connecting Seoul and the Tower of Trials has been destroyed. To be precise, the entire building copsed and the gate was buried inside. The situation was so critical that all Korean rankers gathered in one ce, includingrge guilds such as Dangun and Brawl Abi. Han Sang-jin stood in front of everyone with a stiff face. As you may have noticed, this is not an ident. Someone decided to aim for this ce. words like bombs. Most of them vaguely expected it, but when the fact came out of the mouth of the president of the association, the shock doubled. Terrorism in the middle of Seoul, not anywhere else. What kind of crazy bastards did this? If its happening overseas Since were ahead, were doing checks, what the heck! Various reactions erupted. As all kinds of interests were sharply intertwined, anyone could be the culprit. The only clue I got is still one. This is the person who is presumed to be a suspect. Han Sang-jin operated the remote control. The CCTV screen is ying. A tall man with red hair appeared there. On the outside, he is a foreigner with a rather unusual appearance with a veryrge body. Western side is it? Its the first time Ive seen him Rather than that, where is his colleague? Can you see only yourself on the screen? Only one opponent. Moreover, he is a person who is not in the database identified by the existing intelligence department. Since he wouldnt be a ranker, he had no choice but to predict that there would be third parties. However, themon sense of everyone who watched the scene that followedpletely copsed. Awesome! The movement of swinging the sword was simple, but the whole building was shattered with one light stroke. The outer wall, coated with magic crystals on special steel, could not withstand the blow. Even if the one over there was the swordsman, Chun Yu-seong, it was impossible. It was because there was not even a trace of a skill being activated, let alone a unique ability. The atmosphere got even heavier. Fear beyond shock prated the hearts of everyone gathered here. The enemy is strong. Kim Won-seok and Cha Seong-ho are also elites selected by the association. They were veterans who had not only awakened, but also had experience in raiding dungeons and ruins on the 20th floor. However, they died without being able to resist properly. Even for just one person. First of all, you must never disclose this matter to the outside world. As long as we do not know the identity and intentions of the opponent, we must move in small numbers. Masters and top rankers of each guild. A total of 9 people know the secret. Once youve decided on a direction, now you have to figure out who your opponent is. Lee Tae-min gathered his magic. [Machine Lord C activates Recon Drone.] Ugh! Dozens of drones began sifting through the rubble. Even a small clue. If you can find even the smallest traces, that alone is a great harvest. ha. I cant help it. Softening also lifted the debris while injecting magic into the gauntlet. Thanks to the ignorance of the strength stat, the rocks the size of a house disappeared in an instant. ??? Center of Asgard. The meeting, whichsted more than 12 hours, was spinning like a treadmill without narrowing the gap between the two sides. Lets stop here for today. Odin pressed his temple with his index finger. Its because Im tired of the conversation that doesnt seem to end at all. Because I didnt think it would be resolved on the first day anyway. I agree. Take a break today and see you tomorrow. Whoops. It wasnt bad for a search battle. Olympus, Eden, and the celestial deities also rose from their seats. Huh. Wasnt this just aplete fuss? no ie. Are you okay with this? Alice, who was watching everything from inside the ring, clicked her tongue. Well, from the outside, it would seem like youve been fooling around all day. Dont worry too much. Because this is part of the n. Part of the n? What dragged you on? huh. Im sure there will never be an agreement. And the fatigue of the long and dragging meeting time ovepped. Now is the best time to shake your opponent. Jinhyeok followed the garden and approached Uriel. Uriel, who was heading to the outskirts with the angels, noticed Jinhyeok approaching. what? Can I have a minute? I have something to say. go away. I have nothing to say to you. Uriel waved his hand as if it was annoying. okay? Im sorry about that. I was going to tell you one amazing way to breathe in Eden but arent you guys in a pretty difficult situation right now? At Jinhyeoks words, Uriels steps stopped abruptly. Ive been fooled by that slutty tongue several times. I knew very well that I shouldnt mix words from the beginning. However, even knowing that it was a poisoned Holy Grail, I couldnt shake it off easily because the timing of the opponent throwing the bait was so perfect. I guess it doesnt matter if I listen to it. Still, you should exercise your skills before epting the offer without hesitation. Its important to let the other person know at least who they dare to offer a deal to, in order to eliminate any room for other thoughts. If youre just kidding again Cuckoo coo! [Uriel Lv??? I activate Holy Veil.] A dazzling light came out in all directions. The condensed divine power dyed even the shadows white. however. Then what? Jinhyeok received Uriels divine power head-on. The light created by the Blessing of the Starspletely blocked Uriels Holy Veil. Pants! Pachichik! The light collided with the light, and a silver wave spread out. Such nonsense Uriel bit his mrs. He already knew that Jinhyeok wasnt normal, but I never thought he would raise an eyebrow despite his archangel-level divine power. Only then did the n to press by force bepletely useless. On the contrary, if he continued to fight, he might be humiliated in front of his subordinates. As I thought about it, my actions became urgent. The light that had been emitted disappeared in an instant, and the voice calmed down. Tell me what your ns are. The reason you are in trouble right now is because you have umted defeats without winning. The power is strong, but if you keep failing, the unity will inevitably deteriorate. then. Cant one thrilling victory that anyone can understand turn the situation around? Andslide victory is required. no one can doubt Wordse out of nowhere. Do you think we dont do it because we dont know that? Moreover, ording to your words, we have to destroy Gabriel and Michael, but you, who are on the same side, will surely help us win. I wont be fooled by such stupid tricks again. Uriel tried to turn his body with a single knife. Its frustrating. Why do you think of fighting from the inside? Are your old nemesis somewhere else? A true enemy who risked his life by splitting a floor in Eden. It is outside, not inside. The realm of the demons called The Demon Realm. No way Yes. If you do my favor, Ill let you get your hands on one of the devils territories. You all know that you have great intelligence, but Im pretty knowledgeable about the Pandemonium. It is an open secret that thete Inmul Corporation is friendly with Beriel. Among the demon kings, if Beriel, who runs the upper limit, was behind him, he might really be able to attack other demon kings territory. This is not a bluff. Its not even a stupid scam. What do you want from us? Simple. Support Ragnarok, not Olympus or Celestial, at tomorrows meeting. so that this meeting can end safely. Then I will hand over the information I promised. Jinhyeok handed over the parchment with a blue seal on it. It was a special item that unlocked the sealed seal if the conditions were met. The sun-drenched parchment took on a faintly different shade. Can I assume that youre still here as a sign that youre interested in my proposal? Certainly interested. good. ept it. Uriel nodded. With that, the contract was established. good. First of all, we pulled one in our direction. Olympus also originally had a verbal contract in advance, but for some reason, the response to contact was lukewarm. Rather, it is a situation where the unfortunate side is pampering the guts. There is a corner to believe in something Until you know what the hidden card is, you cant move carelessly. The spies hidden on the northern side also had to be identified before the meeting was over. This meeting is interesting in many ways. This is why the Tower of Trials never loses interest no matter what. In this situation where many variables were intertwined, the nerves throughout the body were pleasantly stimted. ??? A stranger also visited Olympus, who arrived at the lodging at the same time. Swoop. I felt popr. Itste. Athena, who was drinking ambrosia, nodded at the hooded man. We have been waiting for a long time. The Norse gods dont have the concept of timemitment at all, what is it? Artemis, who was next to her, did not hide her ufortable expression. In the first ce, all the gods of Northern Europe had no choice but to be the object of resentment to Artemis, who became drunk to forget her anger at losing Apollo. Even if the target is a traitor who decided to be with them. I must have kept thesedies waiting too long. I also wanted toe quickly, but I had a hard time getting out because of the heavy surveince. Youre saying theres a deity youre suspicious of? Athena raised her eyes. Its not like that, but Heimdall is looking over this area meticulously. Well, I didnt step on my tail anyway, so dont worry. If you say youre safe, then you are. Rather what kind of information can you give me? The reason why I took the risk and made a tangent. It was because there was something that had to be shared before the talks started tomorrow. A crackling voice came through the hood. Kang Jin-hyeok contacted Uriel of Eden. You mean he tried to join hands with that headstrong angel? From Uriels point of view, he would never try to ride the same boat as Kang Jin-hyuk. Looking at the atmosphere, it seemed to suggest something quite interesting. I think there is a good chance that Eden will join Northern Europe tomorrow. Those idiots are so Kwadeudeuk! Artemis crumpled the entire goblet. The overflowing red wine soaked the floor. I will kill you right now! I didnt like it from the beginning, but lets just wipe it all out! calm down. Its not like Eden haspletely passed over either. Its probably tempting to take a step back from the opponents condition and then pay attention. You mean were just watching him y the role of a bat!? Of course not. Athena leaned against the wall and lifted her baby weapon. A soft light shone on the golden window. Originally, I was nning to move in a few days, but I cant help it when you openly provoke me like this. The preparations were perfectly finished. Now is the time to start another war. I was waiting for that word. A sly smile crept across Artemis lips. at the same time. [ Artemis activates her unique ability Moon Hunt. ] Through the moonlight, the huge monsters growled wildly. Chapter 550 Episode 550. War of great powers (1) A night where everything is immersed in darkness. Even the moon was obscured by clouds and lost its light. Doo doo doo! and. A pack of wolves was crossing between them. Quietly and quickly. Artemis approached in the direction of Jinhyeok. Move a little faster. Kreur! The biggest wolf in the lead sped up. Took. fault! to me! The wolves, who started climbing up the cliff in an instant, spurred on even more. Its going to be close, but only for a few minutes at most Heimdall was looking at the entire area. No matter how much Hermes tried to sabotage, there was not much time left. To save the magic of a surprise attack, you must attack as quickly as possible. Artemis eyes lit up. Right then. ats! Up there, I saw a familiar-looking mansion. Excessively ornate decoration and spacious scale. It must have been an amodation given to the deceased corporation by the Nordic side. There was no light anywhere to be seen except for a few torches. Of course, I didnt feel the poprity either. By this time, I would have fallen asleep from exhaustion. Because there was a fierce war of words. In addition, even if it is not simply the umtion of fatigue, while Artemis is activating her unique ability, the opponent will never be able to sense the presence. [The Magical Dissipation effect is being activated due to the unique ability Moon Hunt.] [Remaining time 0H : 2M : 33S] The hunters first virtue for perfect hunting. That is, the prey never knows that it is being hunted. In that sense, Artemis unique ability could be evaluated as the strongest. There are several annoying barriers spread out, so its hard to identify their location. It was easy to simply destroy it, but destroying it unnoticed was apletely different story. Swoop. The white bow caught an arrow. Artemis eyes narrowed as she confirmed where Jinhyeok was sleeping. A ce where you can suffer as long as possible while inflicting fatal wounds. If the lungs are punctured, then very slowly, gradually filling with water. And yet, feeling the senses of every cell, you will die. Artemis aimed for the bed. Boooooong! Arrows flew through the air. Fuck! An arrow that broke through the window and flew right into the middle of the bed. its a hit. A fountain of blood spurted out and the bed folded in half. The floor was instantly covered in a soggy red color. Finish. Artemis immediately gave orders to the wolves beside her. Kong! kong! Kung! Kreur! Kyao! Gray-maned wolves with huge bodies charged at the same time. however. A wolf that had been running in front of them suddenly soared into the air. Break it up! Behemoth with arms bigger than the wolf lifted the whole wolf. Hyun Hyun. To be exact, it was only half manifested, taking on the form of a half-human, half-beast. Oh my goodness. Did the cute puppies climb over the fence thiste at night? Behemoth growled. In contrast, Artemis fair face was wrinkled. Did you knowwe wereing? He said that he doesnt like sleepingfortably in someone elses room, or something. Youre smirking at the topic of ancient species. But even such a proud fellow couldnt protect his master. A neatly pierced bed. It is difficult to see what happened to the object sleeping in it. but. The voice of someone who was thought to be mortally wounded or dead rang out. Hey, I dont know whose bed it is, but its very harpooned. If I had slept there, I would have gone straight to the goal. Right next to him, Jinhyeok appeared wearing pajamas. Sleeping slippers that look pretty fluffy. It was a bonus to have a pillow with a cute character on it. you! Artemis eyes widened rapidly. I could see blood spurting out. I couldnt understand how he could walk out like that. However, the important thing now is not to figure out what trick Jinhyeok used. That bastard is alive and well. It means you have to kill it right now. Do you know how dare you kill my brother my one and only brother! In the blink of an eye, dozens of arrows shed. Pupper puffer puck! thats a lot of speed In addition, each arrow possessed ignorant destructive power enough to copse a pir. Jinhyeok pulled out two daggers. The barriers were shattered and a full-scale battle began. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Blue aura that glows and blooms. Now, as if he had no intention of hiding it, he was releasing his mana openly. Heimdall and the other principals wouldnt like it if the name and color made such a mess at the truce meeting Can this be dealt with? What do you guys know? Anyway, I n to kill them all this time. All of them without exception! Artemis eximed vigorously. Seeing how confident he is, he must have prepared a few more cards. There must be something more than enough to fill the void left by Uriel. Anyway, that hysterical girls bow skills are astounding. Jinhyeok whistled as he saw the arrow stuck in the wall. It was then. Passes! The arrow shattered and moved to Artemis quiver. Infinite Arrow. Arrows that destroy their target always return to her. Wait a minute. Uh huh Something like this Jinhyeok stretched his hips to avoid the arrow. Fuck! puck! once again. Lets blow it a hundred days. Puffer Puck! And three more times in a row. Is it useless? Looking at you dodging like a mudfish, you seem confident in your speed. If so, I will deal with him in a way that suits him. The arrows size was reduced by half. Not only the weight, but also the density of the magical energy carried. Paaang! The much lighter arrows disappeared from sight. Previously, it was a perceptible area, but after the arrow decreased, it was impossible to even grasp its trajectory. Pit! hooked! The arrow grazed his cheek and hit the wall right behind him. Whoop whoop. You, too, bleed red. Its going to be fun now. For the first time, Artemiss lips curled into a sly smile. This is just the beginning. Hundreds and thousands of arrows will aim for this sides heart. Jinhyeok quickly circted the umted mana through his veins. Boogle! Its impossible to react to everything. then. Forced to strengthen the body. [Unique Singer Phase 2 is activated!] [Trait Tomb Graves right arm is activated!] Jinhyeoks body slowly began to change. A body stained by a sword. Just like thinking of a leopard. The sleekly changed appearance created apletely different atmosphere from before. ??? Same time. The center of Yggdrasil, where Odin is located, was also aware of this situation. The Olympians? Odin opened his eyes. Are you insane? To start a war again in the previous talks. What are you thinking? I dont understand. The rest of the Godheads each uttered a word as if the current situation was shocking. I couldnt help but feel embarrassed. Because this was the seat prepared to admit defeat and prevent further damage. Heimdall. How is the current situation? yes. Its toote to gather information because Hermes has been sabotaging. Currently, Artemis leads the wolves to attack the lodgings where yer Kang Jin-hyeok of the Goinmul Corporation is located. Athena and her direct troops immediately attacked the ce where the Valkyries were gathered. In addition, battles are taking ce simultaneously in numerous bases. At Heimdalls words, thick tendons protruded from Odins forehead. no one else The fact that he was aiming for Jinhyeok, a benefactor of Northern Europe, touched his heart. Immediately send support and strike the enemys base. Let the administrators know that the truce has been broken. Are you going toe out yourself? Of course. You dared to harm my guest in the living room of my house and bared your teeth at us. Odin summoned Gungnir. [Base Ragnaroks Blessing is activated!] [Attack power and defense power increase by 10%!] [Various penalties for hostile forces added!] [All beings in the base show hostility to the traitor. I will!] Terrible magic began to resonate with Yggdrasil. Right then. Whoops! The sky split left and right, and blue lightning appeared. The Lord of Olympus and one of the strongest gods. It was the Astraphe of Zeus. Thats! Everyone, evade immediately! Odin swung Gungnir in line with the lightning. Conflict between non-standard and non-standard castle relics. The huge magical powers that sustain the two myths collided at one point. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! An unimaginable shockwave urred. Keugh! Aagh! Even the gods with ovepping defense skills to the limit are difficult to withstand. Moreover, it was an explosion that urred at a very close range. The shock felt like several folds. Odin looked at Zeus, who was standing on a cloud. Zeus. Are you still trying to attack us without grasping reality? Dont be arrogant just because you won once. hey Odin It was you who lost Yggdrasil after hundreds of defeats before winning that one victory. okay. And it was you who were crushed by just one defeat. A war of words that does not back down even an inch. The swollen pride filled the space as it expanded. Its probably pointless to talk any more. For the first time, we agree. I cant live with the same sky as you guys. So lets see the end here. I have already crossed the irreversible river. If the previous fight was a fight to weigh the gains. From now on, a desperate and bloody battle will unfold, risking the life and death of a myth. ??? tuk. Quaang! The arrow split in half. Its bullshit again After transforming into apletely different form, the arrows could not grazed the opponent. I thought I was confident in my speed, but somehow the opponent was showing a movement that was not pushed in the slightest by myself, the god of hunting. Even now, under the moonlight. Kuk! Artemis clicked her tongue and raised her bow. [Lv??? Moon Wave is activated!] Silver arrows covered by the moonlight soared into the sky. Then, it split into dozens of pieces in the air and started pouring down. like a shower There seemed to be nowhere to escape. however. Jinjak did not show any signs of panic even when he saw the heavy rain. There was no reason to be afraid. It was so obviously predictable. Among the 12 Lords, you had the most monotonous pattern. If I get into a little bit of a corner, Ill use that right away. under! When youre cornered, youre talking all sorts of things. Enjoy that short life of a few seconds to the fullest. You will soon be a hedgehog. well. Im sure you cant get rid of all that much. There was a limit to increasing the reaction speed with Phase 2. However, Artemis Moon Wave had a fatal weakness. The angle of the arm when shooting an arrow. If only I could tell how hard I pulled the string. Its not difficult to predict where the arrow willnd. In addition, he knew the direction of the wind and the humidity This was not enough information and overflowed. Jinhyeok, who used the Heavenly Demon God, quickly closed the distance with the Heavenly Demons Ruler. Chapter 551 Episode 551. War of the great powers (2) Pupperpuck! Fu-wook! The arrows rained down like mad, but they didnt pose a threat as long as they already knew where they wereing from. The distance narrowed in an instant. omg!? Artemis took a deep breath. Jin-hyeok, who had terrifyingly cold eyes, reached right in front of him. Aside from being fast, the waves of mana are unbelievably consistent. Parts! [Trait Grave of Swords is activated!] Barnard and Hongryeon. Dark red aura formed on the tips of the two swords. Sensing a crisis, Artemis hurriedly summoned the wolves and stacked defense skills on her bow. Kuong! Knock! Koooooo! The wolves who dealt with Behemoth all responded to the masters call. at the same time. Different curves intersect in an X shape. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! A fountain of blood gushing out. The sword strike, which cut down everything it touched, cut down all the wolves. That alone was not enough, and it left a deep scar on the back of Artemis hand. Aaaagh! A shriek erupted from Artemis mouth. When was thest time you felt real pain? The cold touch that prated even the brain was unfamiliar and sharp. The wound healed quickly, but the shock left in the mind did not recover. How dare you hurt my body!? Hey. Do you only have that? Im going to take this opportunity to leave a very nice knife mark. Jinhyeok pretended to cut a knife at Artemis neck. Aww! I will tear you to death! Artemis haspletely lost her temper. Athena told me to get out of my body unconditionally if the situation went wrong and the moment came when I had to do my best. I couldnt remember saying anything like that. Whoa! All the moonlight shining through the clouds began to be sucked into Artemis body. [Artemis activates her unique vocalnce Whispers of the Moon!] Hair dyed white. A soft glow emanated from her skin. Took. Bows and quivers fell to the floor. Instead, two half-moon-shaped daggers were held in his hands. A sword would be better than a bow against you. Artemis held a pair of half-moon daggers in reverse. It is unimaginable that she is a goddess who always shoots arrows at medium and long distances. It was also proof that he was filled with hatred enough to throw away his pride. Quaang! Artemis took her seat. The trail of moonlight rushed forward, erasing the afterimage. left. Jinhyeok immediately raised his dagger at an angle. Kaaang! A sharp shock echoed through the bones. It doesnt just mean that the attack is heavy. The attack that shocked the inside, not the outside, reminded me of Moorims pration mirror. Of course, it had a level of perfection that could not bepared with it. Tsut pat! The sound of thinning wind pierced my eardrums. As if the greetings were over at first, Artemis started attacking like crazy. Kaaang! Kakakakang! Afterimage follows afterimage. The two figures had long since disappeared from sight. Only the sparks and shrill noises in the air suggested that the battle was going on. Its creepy thats right. He is also a monster. Behemoth, who was dealing with the wolves, embraced his trembling body with both arms. It felt as if all the nerves in my body were being burned with excitement and shudder. Thats right. The opponent is one of the main deities who manage the upper floors of the tower. Wasnt that also a battle-type deity belonging to Olympus? Even though such an absolute being is exerting all his might while manifesting his unique holy spear he was unable to defeat a single human who came from outside the tower. A close fight that doesnt push an inch. No, rather, it was Jinhyeok who pushed. Obviously, the one who defeated me should be at that level. I dont know about anything else, but one eye is amazing. I couldnt help but smile naturally. A life that was too long. Because someone who will put an end to living a day just to spend without purpose or meaning has appeared. If you work with Jinhyeok, you will see where you have not reached before. With the deities who are rotting with all the power of the tower in their hands. Administrators who colluded with them and became corrupted. And to thest beings at the top of the tower. beyond all of that. [Behemoth returns as a humanoid!] Behemoth has canceled his semi-manifested state. Fighting with a huge body is not to my liking. The beauty of battle is a hand-to-handbat right in front of you. The tip of the long greatsword pointed at the wolves one by one. Should we stop joking around like this and have a bloody fight? The masters are fighting for their lives, so should we y house? ??? Due to the sudden outbreak of war, the entire Tower of Trials turned upside down. This is because there was an all-out war between the principals rather than simply a territorial dispute between giant powers. In the end, middle and lower managers as well as upper managers all paid attention to this situation. and present. The backsideyer that existed in the Tower of Trials. This is a kind of huge room where all the managers can gather. Fire. Tarak! A bonfire in the center and soft candles lit up the dark interior. The managers drank water and moistened their chapped lips. But even more than the thirst, the sunken air tightened his heart even more. something has to be done. But what can you do? An unpredictable war situation waged by non-standard monsters. There was no one who could confidently say what to do next. I just quietly sit there and wait for someone to give me a direction. The one who broke the silence was the side where the senior managers were gathered. I predicted that there would be a blue wave, but this is too fast. I think we need to actively intervene. Vendivia stared at the video floating above the mes with a stiff face. The phone calls that have already spread out of control wont stop until they burn everyone on the other end. I didnt know what effect it would have on the tower if this war, in which several giant powers were intertwined, was left alone. especially. I didnt expect to use the blurred area The blurred area is a kind of dimensional copse. It is arge-scale prohibition that moves the base of Olympus to the right side of Yggdrasil, where the Norse gods are located. Now that the physical distance between the two strongholds has been minimized, there will really be no backs. At least, it wasnt toote since the golden arts were not yet fullypleted. If you hurry, you still have a chance to prevent the worst. Originally, it is our principle not to intervene in the affairs of the Tower, but this time, the situation has be too big. Rick, who was next to him, added a word. As the two senior managers took up arms, an atmosphere of sympathy erupted everywhere. I agree. I cant just sit by the sidelines this time. Right! This isplete disregard for the Administrators! But if I messed up for no reason, sparks would fly There was a mix of worry and apprehension, but the risk was high either way. Then I assume everyone agrees It was time for Vendivia, who had obtained the consent of the managers, to make a final decision. Hmm. I wish it would stop? An unfamiliar voice resounded where the managers were. that buck widely! Along with the sound of footsteps, the sound of sticks shing was regrly heard. What kind of guy are you! How dare you say where is this ce! Rash it right now! Guardians armed with iron armor immediately tried to subdue the intruder. however. Paaang! With one light gesture, the Guardians upper body disappeared. staggering The body, which had lost its bnce, waddled and copsed. cooong! thud! The Guardians who were besieging them also faced the same end. overwhelming force. A purple aura slowly rose. The candles went out and darkness began to creep into the room. You why? Whoops. Senior managers dont need to know that. More politely, I ask the admins to take their hands off this matter. Unless you want to end up like them. Nyathotep bowed deeply. *** Kakakakang! A sword attack from the front. The half-moon dagger continued its bizarre trajectory. dont just knock it out. Unlike standard swords, the half moon sword would get hurt if it struck the same way because of its unusual shape. change the point. You have to read the timing half a beat fast. Jinhyeok surrendered to his extremely sensitive reflexes. Kagagagak! Hongryeon and the half-moon dagger passed each others des at an angle. For a moment, Artemis disappeared from sight. tuk! I could feel the presence right behind me. Artemis lowered herself down and aimed at the lower abdomen. As soon as Jinhyeok lifted himself up, he fired a sh using the sword de. Awesome! What was cut down is an afterimage. The body had already dug into Jinhyeoks arms. Finally got it! Artemis sword reached exactly the tip of the uv. At that moment, two different abilities, Destroy All Poison and Poison Road, were merged into one. Chow ah! The greenish liquid spread in the form of steam. Cheeik! ! Artemis hurriedly widened the distance. The deadly poison clung to his skin and tried to melt it to the inside. Whoops! In an instant, the soft moonlight became more intense. After pouring mana into it, the wound waspletely healed, and of course, he was able to move regardless of the poisonous dance. Its poison Ill show you the difference in status that cant be helped with these tricks. [Whispers of the Moon C Twelve Sisters is activated!] What you see reflected in the moonlight is an afterimage. They are the alter egos of Artemis. The horse was an alter ego, but each possessed about half of Artemis power. chuck. Swoop. Each alter ego took a stance armed with a half moon dagger and a bow. This means that it can cover both short and medium distances. Jinhyuk clicked his tongue inside. Maybe the limit was to make him step back for a moment. In addition, there are 12 sisters with special abilities. Its a really annoying ability. So, I wanted to get it even more. [Copy Terms: Artemis is now more wrathful than ever. Bondi anger and revenge are one of the most powerful motives. If you can create a situation that can frustrate Artemis revenge, you can copy one of her unique holy spear, unique abilities, and skills.] The device for the condition is equipped. I also bought enough time for Freyna Elise to move. By now, each of them should have arrived at the ce they said. Jinhyeok had already sent the two to another ce before Artemis came here. As a paving stone to win the war. good. Now you can slowly finish it. Jinhyeok brought out another ability. [You have used the unique ability Golden Apple of the Apostate!] The power to use one of the abilities of the Greek Goddess. What to choose has already been decided. [Bring the power of Apollo!] Kukukukuku! A wagon appeared that seemed to contain the scare of the sun. There was so much brilliance that it turned night into day. Artemis let go of the string of her bow. Some clones dropped their half-moon daggers as they were. That ability is Yes, there is no way you dont know. How could you not know? The one and only precious older brothers ability. This ability looks pretty good. If your opponent is strong, you dont have to fight head-on. Because there were many ways to shake the mental. One more thing here. A trump card has been added that can mark the climax of the y. [I used a bast mask.] Jinhyeoks face began to change. A male god of Olympus gods with blonde hair and blue eyes. with Apollo. Chapter 552 Chapter 552. War of great powers (3) Trembling. My whole body trembled violently. I felt like I was about to burst out crying at any moment. Precious blood rtives who have been together for a long time. The one and only brother with whom he shared countless memories and even more emotions was in front of his eyes. Artemis slowly reached out. You already know that its fake. He also knew that it was made up of borrowed abilities and created shells. Even so. Even so. Unknowingly, his body was moving forward. [The feelings of the Lord Artemis are shaken!] [There is a crack in the unique vocal chant Whisper of the Moon!] Jinhyeok took out the same bow as Apollo used. Of course, this is a counterfeit. Compared to the real thing, it has terrible abilities and durability. However, the purpose of this bow is not to inflict significant damage. It is for the role of pouring oil on a dramatic situation. [The feelings of the Lord Artemis are very shaken!] [A huge crack urs in the unique vocal chant Whisper of the Moon and begins to copse!] Ahhh Artemis took a step closer. The pupils had long since lost focus. The line between emotion and reason has be blurred. The cool-headed instinct was overshadowed by the hope he dreamed of over and over again. Eventually, Artemis came to the point of deceiving herself. He believes that the one in front of him is not Jinhyeok, but his older brother. I miss you. really. All the other gods said it was nonsense, but I said I didnt know. I definitely believed that if it was my older brother, he would definitelye back alive good. The lead actor waspletely immersed in his role. Jinhyuk changed his expression 180 degrees. The voice also subsided. Why did you abandon me? Words thrown around. A short word became a dagger and pierced it. what? Artemis stopped on the spot. I was so shocked that I forgot to even breathe. When I burn alive in that hell. My one and only brother abandoned me. They ran away leaving me suffering from limbs behind. No I didnt run away. I was going to save it I really wanted to save it! But I didnt ask. Jinhyeok drew the line. Then he added one word at a time. I was just talking about it, not doing anything. In the end, it doesnt change the fact that you abandoned me. The fact that Im dead wont change either. !! Translucent tears flowed down Artemis eyes. As Jinhyeok said, he didnt put any effort into it. I was just pessimistic and in denial. And that fact severed thest remaining string of rationality. [The targets mindpletely copses.] [The emotion of revenge has changed to despair and frustration.] [The copy condition of the ability has been met.] Kung! Artemis slumped in her seat. I I A sobbing voice. The moonlight had already disappeared. As the unique holy spear was released, the clones scattered as smoke one by one. Umm Looking at it like this, it seems a bit confusing who is the viin. Seeing her screaming and crying, it feels like her heart hurts by about 0.1mg. The hand holding the bow trembled. It was so easy to kill Artemis at this timing, but Well, I came up with a more fun way than that. Since he decided to be a viin, he decided to stick to the concept. Do you want to make up for it? I want to make up I would pay any price if I could turn back time. Then there is still one way left. Jinhyeok took out a strange-looking watch from the subspace. This cant it? okay. It is the clockwork of Kronos. Its broken, but if you meet a few conditions, you can go back to that time once again. A top-notch holy relic with the ability of return. It is the signature item of the ancient god, passed down only through rumors. Jinhyeok fiddled with the borately crafted golden watch. Of course, this cant be real. If there was such a fraudulent item, it would have been used in a much more useful situation. However, Artemis, who had already lost her mentality, was in such a precarious state that evenmon sense, which was so obvious, could not be distinguished. What am I supposed to do? At Artemis question, the corner of Jinhyeoks mouth went up. Now Artemis haspletely swallowed the bait down her throat. My soul is currently entrusted to the human body of Kang Jin-hyeok. Help him rewind the broken main-spring clock. Killing enemies isnt a bad option. However, if you can use the enemy to the bone, that would be an even better option. ??? A fierce battle that has been going on for hours. The damage of the two powers increased beyond measure due to the simultaneous surprise attacks that took ce at night. However, unlike Olympus and Northern Europe, which were engaged in an all-out war, Cheonsei and Eden watched the situation without recklessly moving. Its because Uriel had a promise with Jinhyeok. It was because Cheonsei did not want to increase the damage by participating in the war when it was the most intense. Hmm. Whatever it is, the potential of the Olympus side is still strong. Its pushing on every side. Certainly, unlike before, Beriel and Gabriel are not supporting. The same goes for Murim and the rest of the faction. But the Nordic guys are not easy. We are definitely taking advantage of the merits of being at the base. Well, even though its newly grown, Yggdrasil is Yggdrasil, isnt it? The deities of the Thousand Ages each spoke one word at a time. Most opinions predict Olympus victory. Not to mention, the Olympus side still had trump cards that hadnt been used. Above all, if the blurred area ispleted immediately and the main base of Olympus is summoned, even the Nordic side, which is receiving Yggdrasils buff, will inevitably copse. On the other hand, the Nordic side still needed more time to establish itself properly. I will have to fight soon. I wont even be able to share the criminal record if I just stare at it and bludgeon it. Shiva, the higher deity, made the decision. But just then [An intruder enters the stronghold.] An rm went off in front of the gods of the world. at the same time. that buck Took. Ah I got a seat really far away. really. Its also terribly hot. There is an 82.55% chance that the base was established considering the unique climatic conditions of India. huh. Alice and Frey appeared in front of the gods of the millennium. Immediately after falling away from Jinhyeok, he immediately moved to Cheonse. Thanks to my haste as much as possible, I was able to arrive on time. You were right when you said you were looking at the liver. How does the alternative contractor understand the inner thoughts of Cheonsei so well when he doesnt have much contact with them? How did you know that their base would be right here? Ellis put on an expression of astonishment. At this point, he seemed to believe that he had signed a contract with Cheonsei. On the other hand, Cheonse, who was able to see through their location, could not hide their bewildered feelings. Ellis what do you think? To the homunculus? Damn Olympus bastards. The deceased person corporation said they would hold on to their feet. What is this situation!? Ataraxias true ancestor, the alpha-ss homunculus is a nuisance. Because we had to invest a significant portion of our forces. Shiva rose from her seat. Whoops! Waves of golden light slowly spread out, drawing concentric circles around the wooden throne. Standing in the wrong line has always been the same. Do you mean to go down the wrong path and suffer and then repeat the same mistake over and over again? If youre talking about turning your back on stupid family heads, Jim doesnt think thats wrong. If I were to face the same situation again, I would make the same choice. Ellis took Shivas magical power from the front. And taking the side of the Contractor is not a bad choice either. Because this is also the path Jim chose. The feeling of talking to a wall is always annoying. good night. Well have to check whos right from now on. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Shiva gathered his mana. Kill both of them. The battle began with cold words. ??? [Seeded in copying the unique chant Whisper of the Moon.] [Whisper of the Moon] Difficulty to obtain: Unmeasurable Description: You can indwell the power of the moon into your body and condense the moonlight into various types of armor. can also create Also, if you reach a certain level of understanding of your abilities, you can create clones with some of your own stats. After confirming the copied ability, Jinhyeok smiled with satisfaction. Because Im the happiest when I gather my abilities one by one. Artemis unique holy spear was a particrly coveted ability. It was the best material that could fuse with the ability I had before. Jinhyeok recalled the abilities stored in the library. Two more to choose from. [The unique vocal chant Whispers of the Moon and the unique ability Blessing of the Stars and the unique sacred chant White Night are fused.] The world colored white is grafted on the blessing of the stars and the moon. The magic power fluctuated and the three abilities began to merge into one. Cuckoo Cuckoo! A strong light zed in all directions. It was difficult to control the body due to the overflow of strong mana, but the senses were sharper than ever. If the convergence fails because of an insignificant mistake, you will not be able to sleep properly for a month. That moment. Whoops! [Fusion seeded!] A blue status window appeared in front of me. sess! [The unique sacrednce Residual Moonlight is saved.] A unique barrier due to the midnight sun has been added to the protection of the moon and stars. In a 12-star barrier that is higher than the zodiac sign, you can exert the highest level of divine power that is not inferior to even the archangels. In addition, the effect of whisper of the moon used by Artemis can also be expressed in an upgraded version. In a word, it is like having a unique holy spear with an overwhelming upwardpatible version. pounding! pounding! My heart pounded happily. Jinhyeok felt a pleasant sense of exhration and saved the fused abilities well in the memory of the world. After the convergence waspleted, I finally had time to think about other things. Anyway, its time toe soon Since the mansion was almost half destroyed, there was no doubt that a message woulde. timely. [Heimdall opens the gate!] A gate appeared in front of me. I heard that even a tiger wille when I say it. It seems that everyone cant be a nobleman. soon Led by Heimdall, Thor, Loki, and Baldur walked out. Fortunately, you are unharmed. Heimdall let out a sigh of relief. Ha ha ha! What did I say? What Olympus guys cant do with this friend? Its too early to be relieved, though. Were trying to block it as much as possible, but more than half of Olympuss base has crossed over here. Thor and Baldur also added a word. Wait, isnt the author Artemis? Loki looked to one side and eximed in surprise. I didnt know because there was so little presence, but Artemis was sitting in one corner. Fortunately, despite the shouts, there was no sign of fighting. its okay. Its because the leash is tight. Just by looking at her empty pupils and muttering lips, Artemis was not normal. The desire to ask what the hell had happened was like a chimney, but now there are more urgent matters to be solved than that. The situation is urgent. Please wear this first before moving. It is a holy relic that can receive the protection of Yggdrasil. Baldur handed me a ring in the shape of the sun. Those who do not belong to Northern Europe must possess this item in order to receive the same protection as the gods. It was a fact that Jinhyeok was well aware of. thank you. But the moment you try to receive the ring. Wait, Loki stopped Baldur. Chapter 553 Episode 553. Traitor of Ragnarok (1) Why is that? Baldur asked. Haha, its not a big deal Its a bit disappointing to simply wear protection. Id like to cast a few extra spells on you, since Ive decided to properly support you. As a master of phantom magic, Loki was also well versed in magic in many ways. Then please. All right. Whoops! Lokis fingertips shone softly. The sun ring that Baldur gave me was stacked with auxiliary magic one after another. [Increases magic resistance by 10%.] [Increases understanding of external deities by 3%.] [Possessed stats temporarily increase by +5.] [By the blessing of Yggdrasil. Due to this, some privileges that can only be used by the principal level have been opened.] Oh An earthquake urred in Jinhyeoks pupils. These were secondary magics that were so splendid that their eyes widened. Its definitely a good ability. Its more than enough to be useful, but the problem is. I dont know who has joined hands with Olympus yet A situation where everyone except Odin, the supreme deity, is on the dragons line. Maybe one of them is a traitor. Jinhyeok carefully examined the ring. [The eye of gluttony sees through the target.] [No harmful magic was detected.] Well, if youre a spy, you probably wont be fooling around like this. But since you never know when or where youll move, you shouldnt let your guard down. Jinhyeok handed over the ring. Hot. A warm energy seeped deep into his body. But just then Cuckoo Cuckoo! Cracks began to appear along the ground. Thend cracked like a tortoise shell. The base, Olympus, is about toe here in earnest. There is not much time left. Thor growled, staring into the air. On the other side of the world tree, a huge mountain with no end in sight appeared. However, having subdued Artemis, it is a serious criminal record. We have greatly weakened the enemys main force. Still, in order to win for sure, we must capture Olympus. If we continue the war of attrition, we will be at a much greater disadvantage. Baldur and Loki added word by word. Northern Europe has not yet fully recovered from the damage. Olympus had a much better advantage if it gnawed at the same number of troops. Above all, isnt the other party also allied with the gigantic forces of Cheonsei and Eden? Of course, this side also had an asymmetric power corporation, but the reality was that there was no peace of mind. atst. We need special forces. While everyone is paying attention, he can infiltrate Olympus and decapitate Zeus. And there was only one raid that could do that. Heimdall. yes. yer Kang Jin-hyuk. Which openable gate is closest to Olympus? Please do so within the range of being undetectable. Hmm Heimdalls eyes narrowed. Anyway, since Hermes is holding onto that area tightly, it seems to be difficult to get very close. Still, I think we can secure some routes that are easy to enter. Thats enough. Jinhyeok once again captured his magic. Alice and Frey are in the middle of a battle with the Cheonse side, so they must gather new members to go with them to Olympus. And who to bring was already decided. [Request a video call to the subject.] Jinhyeok started contacting the employees in his personal address book. ??? Go away. The answer that came back was as cold as a winter wind. I expected it, but when I heard it, the jousting was serious. I made a sweet request in my own way. Hey, dont do that. Think again. Is it really not a bad story? Dont tidy up. So what youre saying is that the giant deities are fighting a life-and-death war. Are you asking me to join you? thats right. Apart from the reward, just getting caught up in it right now is like taking a ridiculous risk, right? Thats right too. Besides, going to the heart of Olympus, which is the most fierce battleground among them? Moving in very small numbers for mobility and secrecy? Exactly what I said. Just die. Leave no traces on this asion. Chun Youseong was about to end the video call. Jinhyuks voice became urgent. Unique Singer White Night! what? Youve learned your unique holy spear, but havent used it properly yet, have you? If you participate this time, I will teach you how to properly use the unique holy spear. Chun Yoo-seong stopped turning his body and kept his mouth shut. It was a peculiar behavior that he only did when he felt intense temptation. Well, since youre risking your life to be stronger, its bound to be hard to refuse this offer. If I say yes, promise me that you will do just one favor for me. Hoo. The swordsman of the world asks me for a favor? Stop being sarcastic! Okay okay. Ill listen and see what it is. I received a hidden quest on the 30th floor, but it was so difficult that it was difficult to clear it alone. If you help me with that, I will ept this job. Its not even the 33rd floor yet, but the quest is on the 30th floor. In normal cases, considering that you can receive better quests in the upper floors, it was quite unusual. Oh,e to think of it Something shed through Jinhyeoks mind while he was thinking for a while. A 30-story, high-difficulty ruin that Chun Yu-seong would struggle with. It reminded me of a ce I didnt want to go to this time because the requirements were so demanding and I had to invest time and effort to get the hidden quest. Looking at the situation, there must be no doubt that they are attacking there. But this monster achieved it all by itself? Anyway, hes like a terrible guy. Its to the point where I doubt whether Im really sleeping properly. What about the reward? There are several, but I have the first choice. You must keep that. Yes. I keep a promise I keep. Our Yooseong picks it first, and Ill eat the leftovers. dont worry. Jinhyuk smiled. When you make a well-oiled proposal after a long time, your tone and behavior naturally be kind. If this war ends well, there is one more thing to do. Ill believe it. Chun Youseong muttered a little suspiciously. But I didnt suspect more than that. The quest he found out was hidden among hidden quests. It is the result of abination of great effort and absurd luck. No matter how disgusting the deceased, I wouldnt know this. As long as there was only one person who knew the contents of the quest, he wouldnt think of hitting the back of the head. In other words, it is said that there will be nothing to worry about if you only ept promises that allow you to choose rewards as your top priority. [Heimdall opens the gate leading to Asgard.] The door opened and a heartbroken Cheon Yoo-seong appeared. When Ie here, it seems that my feelings areplicated. Pants! Wow! I understand. The sound of explosions resounding here and there and the runaway mana made my skin feel prickly. Im here? Damn, this is hell. It was better when I went to the Demon Realm. It will be fine once you get used to it. Then are you two going? rest of it? Teresa was supposed toe as soon as she finished her work, but it will be a littlete. Among the residents, I called a few more, including Andrea. Its an unreasonable request, so dont expect too much. In fact, even with Chun Yoo-seong and Teresa, there was some possibility. Jinhyuks eyes turned upwards. The gate opened by Heimdall was located near the mountain of Olympus. In other words, this is already the base of these guys. Swoop. chuck. Jinhyeok pulled out two swords. Sreung! Chun Yoo-seong also chose the urethra Ryuhwa. What should I do? We will remove the guards as unnoticed as possible. If possible, I want them to find outte that wevee. Before reaching the top of Olympus, you have to pass through countless soldiers and gates. Of course, it would be advantageous to have a slightly looser boundary. Assassination is not my taste, but I cant help it as the situation is the situation. Jinhyeok and Chun Yuseong started to move. ??? Same time. At the top of Olympus, Athena was looking down. He hits us directly is this? yes. They said they were moving in small numbers. It seems that several people have already crossed over here through Heimdall. The hooded one answered Athenas question. I dont mind. Thinking of hitting this ce with just a few people? Hades let out augh as if he was staggering. You cant tell the difference between courage and arrogance. Just because you won thest time, youre so arrogant tsk. This time, I have to change my habit very properly. Aphrodite also helped with a word. This is Olympus, their base. Not only can you use 100% of your bodys strength, but even various buffs will bepletely different from bar battles. Above all, isnt Jinhyuk unaware that there is an insider who has joined hands with them in Ragnarok? It is safe to say that the fight is already over. Still, it would be better to approach it carefully. Theres no way that smirking serpent would just be taken for nothing. Besides there shouldnt be any more power loss at this point where even Artemis has been beaten by him. What a goddess of victory you think. So, what do you want us to do with those who enter our bedroom? I will leave it alone for now. To believe that what they are doing is working. Then Athenas lips twisted subtly. As if the thought of consuming a worthy adversary made him excited. We will handle it the Olympus way. I dare to make you regret that you dared to attack the gods. The beauty of a surprise attack is a surprise. The effect is maximized when stabbing an opponents gap. However, the de will lose its sharpness once the main strategy is already understood. That will be the moment when the deceased person corporation will all die. ? Gagging? A fountain of blood gushed out with the sound of the wind escaping. The warrior of Olympus who was guarding the outer shell stumbled and fell. There wasnt even time to scream at the perfectly caught attack. Chew! Chun Youseong brushed off the blood on the de. Its been over an hour since I came here. The number of guards he dealt with was close to 100. On the one hand, Teresa and Andrea were also faithfully fulfilling their roles. dump. thud! The mind couldnt kill many opponents, but there was no problem with subduing them. Every day is hectic when Im with Jinhyeok. lol. Still, thank you for trusting us and calling us. I hope I can be of any help Now, even breathing is in sync. This should be enough for teamwork Since Ive set up the barriers as much as possible, I guess Ive done everything I can right now. All preparations areplete. Now slowly its time to enter the enemys stronghold, the mountain. Chapter 554 Episode 554. Traitor of Ragnarok (2) Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Kwaaang! Wipe them all away! charge! Charge forward! Thousands of troops rushed towards Olympus with deafening shouts. Viking warriors, led by Thor, wielded axes and swords. Kwadeuk! Pugak! Quaaaaagh! Aagh! The shield is bent and the iron is splintered. In a battlefield full of blood. Shouts and screams mingled together. The indomitable army, unafraid of death, spread out in front of them. To deal with it, it was an attack method in which profanity came out naturally. These ignorant bastards are you saying that tactics dont matter anyway? Agamemnon grinds his mrs. The experience umted by conquering numerous kingdoms in Greece. However, among them, there was no experience with the army that rushed without covering its front. Maybe we could call these guys an army in the first ce. The problem was that the individual fighting power of the ragtag guys far exceeded expectations. [The Valkyries activate Sprint of Dawn!] The Pegasus rushed forward while maintaining their horizontal movement. He skillfully drives horses, throws spears, and shoots arrows. Fuck! puck! The attack was so fierce that even a shield coated with magical power could be pierced in one blow. Dont panic, fight back! The number of troops on our side is much greater! Agamemnon urged the soldiers by erecting a blood band around his neck. However, it was not an easy task to restore the power lines that had once copsed. Besides, it wasnt just the Nordics that were troublesome. On another nearby battlefield, a fierce battle was also going on. [Ellis activates Revtion of the Gaebyeok C Blood Flower!] A wide-area skill using the power of blood. Red flowers began to dye everything in sight red. Kuk! Shiva crossed his arms to protect himself. The parts that touched the petals were torn into small pieces in an instant. [The power of the mand is nullified.] The power that symbolizes the age of heaven does not work. strong. Like the heyday of the past. Just like dealing with the true ancestor of Ataraxia. It was a suffocating feeling to live with the terrifying magic power that oppressed the whole body. however. Do you think I was just ying while you rotted in the corridor? thats just a story from the past. If its now that Ive grown through countless hours! I will be able to repay the disgrace of that time. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Along Shivas body, a mixture of gold and ck magic surged. Dozens of whirlpools soon formed a typhoon. Soon, he smashed all the flowers of fresh blood that Alice had opened. die! Shiva sent the whirlpools in the direction of Elise. But just before the golden wave sweeps away Alice Quaaang! The direction of the vortex took a sharp turn to the right. You will have to go through me first. huh. Frey summoned the puppets and spun the two spears. The escort has only one mission. It is to buy time until Elise recovers her magic power for her next attack. And Frey had the ability to faithfully fulfill the role given to him more than anyone else. Huh. Its pretty useful. Yes, take care of the burden with all your heart and soul. It wasnt because of you that I became an escort. Im just fulfilling what I was asked to do by someone important to me. what? No way you you! Looking at his inability to speak properly, the previous attack must have traumatized his brain. Or maybe youre just stupid. The odds are 50/50. huh. Who are you looking for an idiot No, more than that, who are you daring to gossip about with dolls! Elise screamed. Of course, no matter how much he raised his voice, that wouldnt work for Frey. Statistically, there is a result of raising your voice when you are stabbed. Besides, normal men dont like little boys. The owner also belongs to the normal category, so you should be able to derive the same result. huh. Aagh! Whats wrong with a child who was born to me, the head of Ataraxia, who was only three years old! It was a sight that was hard to imagine fighting the gods of the ages. Selling one eye in front of yourself was an insult to Shiva. However, it has been a long time since only Jinhyeok became the top priority for the two people who were already on fire. ??? A point where you can see the mountain right in front of you. As I passed through the shimmering surface, status windows began to appear one after another. [You have entered the base Olympos.] [All stats decrease by 10% as you enter the SSS rank base.] [Various debuffs and penalties are added.] [Additional debuffs due to the effect of the Ring of the Sun. The effect is offset.] [Part of the penalty is reduced.] Tworge bases ovepping on the same floor. As a result, profits and losses had to collide one after another. Jinhyuk. As soon as he entered, Andrea quietly called Jinhyeok. Yeah, I saw it too. Giant monsters at the entrance of the base. They were giants with tough skin and overwhelming attack power. Are they the giants of the most warlike ck Foot tribe? The giants who fought in Paradise Lost were also formidable, but the guys here mercilessly hunt and eat even their own people. Literally, they were savage and brutal that even giants avoided. And the captain of the guardians who lead them was the Giant Titan, who can be said to be the pinnacle of the giants. The Titans were originally hostile forces trying to destroy Olympus, but Zeus restricted them with special items obtained from the tower. Now he was nothing more than a puppet obediently obeying the orders of Zeus. Its fortunate that theres only one. Colossians are extremely difficult to deal with. It was simply because, apart from hisrge size, his physical defense and magic defense were ridiculously high. In addition, the contempt for the strong characteristic of all giants had the effect of growing together ording to the stronger the opponent. I dont think its a level that can be handled quietly from here on out. Do you agree? Chun Yuseong quietly ced his hand on the scabbard. Teresa and Andrea were also ready to unleash their unique abilities. but. no. Jinhyuk stubbornly shook his head. If you reveal your identity from here, the future fight will be much more difficult. I have no choice but to somehow find a way through without making a fuss. If so Jinhyeok nodded towards the back of the tree. Then, the one who had been silent while hiding his presence moved. that buck Is it okay if I step out? It was Artemis, the god who was captured as a prisoner after a fight the other day. She must have been very stressed, but her face was so haggard that she looked like she was about to copse at any moment. It wasnt that the unique loftyness of the goddess had disappeared. You know? You have to go quietly. i get it. Instead, if you solve this problem well, my brother will Dont worry. Ill make sure you do that part. Oh wait before we go. Jinhyeok summoned Artemis. ? Its nothing. Lets get one stamp and go. Roaring! Jinhyuks fingertips shone with fire. [The Stigma of Love is activated.] It is an ominous me. You can tell just by looking at it. If you touch that me, you will lose everything you have. You mean to be a ve? If you want to see your precious older brother again, shouldnt you do something? Kuh. Artemis clenched her fists. Anger surged at the ridiculous request, but only for a moment. Because the priority right now wasnt something like pride. Eventually, Artemis reached out without saying a word. Jinhyeok immediately stigmatized him. Cheeik! Along with acrid smoke, a clear pattern began to emerge on his arm. It is a proof that you have be one of the employees of the Goinmul Corporation. congrattions. As for employee welfare, Ill ask the seniorster whether or not to ask. Recently, I got an annual leave and a performance bonus, and it has improved quite a bit in my own way. I dont need anything like that. Well, Artemis has only one purpose. Looking at it like that, its a bit pitiful. If you do your part diligently, there is nothing that cannot be granted. It was possible to resurrect Apollo if we could find the body part of Uranus that had been severed by the scythe. Of course, as the expensive investment went in, I was thinking of getting the price equivalent to several times. ??? Kuooo! What kind of guy is that! Enemies! Giants reacted immediately. They moved to mash the intruder to death, drawing clubs and rock axes. Stupid things dont even recognize their owners. Who do you dare to do that to? However, one of the gods appeared. It was Artemis. !? Is it big? why did the great one walk to the outskirts like this Quite a stir arose among the giants. Since the main god, who had hardly had a chance to meet face to face, appeared in front of him, of course he was embarrassed. I brought the enemy prisoners. open the way. Jinhyeok, Chun Yuseong, Teresa, and Andrea each appeared with long cloaks covering their bodies. Heavy-looking chains were tied to his hands, and eye patches and gags were attached to his eyes and mouth. At first nce, the staggering body appeared to be seriously injured. Of course I have to keep it out of the way. Go ahead. Mr. Bavich. This is Artemis! Giants reported to Titan. The giant sitting at the bottom of the cliff looked at Artemis and the prisoners alternately with her chin resting on her chin. Hmm, so. Are you saying that they are all prisoners and Artemis-sama captured them all alone? Why are you asking that? Its because the magical energy exuded from the prisoners is unusual, and its not surprising that he captured so many prisoners by himself. I dont mind. Does that mean Im even lying now? Ha ha ha! Could it be? Since Im a gatekeeper guarding the entrance to Olympus, Ive always been suspicious, so I just asked. If its Artemis-sama, you can pass through this ce as much as you like, but since the Valkyries were flying and attacking this area a few hours ago, Ill escort them myself. Babich rose from his seat. Cuckoo coo! It is as if a small hill has stood up. If the size of the giants is about 20 meters, the giants are 10 times bigger than that. Artemis looked at Jinhyeok as if he was in trouble. But having said that, there was no reason to refuse. Soon, a line emerged, with Bavich at the forefront. cooong! cooong! It is a tremendous roar that shakes the earth. It is only at this level that they let the whole world know that they are here. If there were Valkyries, they woulde like bees. The n could also go awry. Contrary to expectations, however, the Valkyries did not attack. Well I dont think Im going to jump head-on to a guy with that terrifying size. How far did you climb along such a dense forest? As I went up little by little, a deep sense of incongruity enveloped my whole body. something is strange. Jinhyuk wet his lips with his tongue. Even though he was covering his face with an eye patch, he knew at least that the road he was on was not the one he wanted. pounding! Throb! Throb! My heart started beating fast. A subtle change in magical power felt from both sides. Also, I felt a strange aura from the Ring of the Sun that I was wearing on my hand. A sticky feeling of incongruity stuck to his brain. This. Something went wrong. Its also very tight. Chapter 555 Episode 555 . Traitor of Ragnarok (3) Creepy! The flowing blood cools down. Jinhyeok took off his hood on the spot. I couldnt stand it because the disgusting energy was up to the bottom of my chin. Kuk! The rest of the members also realized that things were wrong a beatte. Chun Yuseong reflexively drew his sword. A greenish river surged along the de. What is this? My magic response is strange. Teresa and Andrea also froze on the spot. Whoops! The bizarre mana emanating from the ring of the sun and the entirety of Olympus were resonating. Damn it. Jinhyeok bit his mr. A ring that showed no abnormality when examined through the Eye of Gluttony. It had to be. The ring itself posed no threat. I have to reach a certain terrain ande into contact with the unique magicing from the mountain Is it a way to activate it? To dig a trap within a trap in this way. I waspletely taken aback. Jinhyeok quickly captured his magic. My veins were burning alive and cold sweat broke out all over my body, but I couldnt help it. We have to ovee this difficulty even if it is overbearing. From the ring, which had already be one with the finger, something slithered into his body. poison? No, it might be some kind of curse. What is certain is that even Blessing of the Stars and Mand are useless. [Brahhams Ring has a strong impact.] [Cracks are urring.] [There is something wrong with the contract with the true ancestor Alice von Ataraxia.] Status messages popping up rapidly. Action must be taken before it is toote. Whoops! Even before entering Olympus, the multiple barriers that had been spread out inyers were activated simultaneously. Lines along the ground rose up and touched the air. [The zodiacal sign Virgo is activated!] The sky turned ck and the stars began to shine dazzlingly. Virgos characteristic is resolving abnormal conditions. In particr, it is a confrontation that epasses things that are close to ideological concepts, including curse. What I had prepared just in case was time to shine. The starlight warmly wrapped around Jinhyeoks body. however. sticky! sticky! Unbelievable. The ring still hasnte off. The pain was the same too. Its not what Bavichi did. Because even a colossus couldnt have done something like this. Right then. I heard that you have great knowledge in barriers. This time, I prepared properly. A goddess with long ck hair appeared among the giants. The goddess of war and the goddess of victory. It was Athena. Are you kidding me? Are you trying to weave me? Can you be careless in preparing to catch a tiger? All cards that can be mobilized have no choice but to be mobilized. I heard the expression of a tiger from the great Goddess. Its an honor. I dont know what to do with myself. Scratching and shaking your opponent is one of your main strategies. But it wont work for me. thud! Athena mmed the spear down. A soft wave spread widely. at the same time. The space that had been hidden between the curtains copsed. This is the moment when the ce I thought was a forest turned into a vast meadow. What was waiting was a huge number of troops. Muscr warriors armed with spears and shields growled. All the guys who wouldnt mind chewing on them have all gathered! Considering that I was made fun of by Northern Europeans because of you guys Ill kill you after ying with it for as long as possible! Prey that was just one-sidedly taken and pressed. Not so long ago, Norse could neverpete with Olympus. Trampling Yggdrasil. harassing rout soldiers. Because it was they who trampled on everything they had. However, now everything has changed due to the intervention of Jinhyeok and the Goinmul Corporation. The anger, of course, had to be directed to one side. thud! thud! thud! The warriors formed a perfect encirclement with formations. Kreureu Keeeee! Numerous monsters from mythology, such as Cyclops and Siren, also joined the battle. Damn it. Chun Yuseong swallowed dry saliva. Even Athena in front of him was formidable, but dealing with that many enemies was absolutely impossible. Above all, when the advantage of surprise disappeared, the odds also disappeared. Teresa and Andrea also looked at the deployment of troops with hard faces. To somehow find a hole through which to escape. but. Naturally, there were no gaps in the dustproofing. Yes, I did a lot of preparation. But you know what? Jinhyeok captured the scattered magic once again. [The zodiacal sign Virgo drizzle is activated!] Starlight fell as rain. What is unusual is that it is only for one person, not for the entire army. This? Bavichi looked at her wet body. right up to his neck. As the huge jewel worn around her neck touched the drizzle, it began to glow with a strange glow. [The powerful power of purification permeates.] My zodiac has an ability that specializes in destroying curses. Of course, it also affects the constraints that bind the Titans. Athena would know better than anyone else. What does it mean for a Titan to be released from its seal? And the Titans who realized that they were being used cannot leave Olympus alone. however. Jinhyeoks move did not change Athenas expression much. As if to say that this much was expected. I really dont feel like being fooled. However, you are misunderstanding something. I also knew that if you were aiming for this ce with a small number of people, you would bring at least one trump card. And there is only one spleen that can hurt them the most. Its just writing some kind of move to Titan. If you were only preparing for that, there was no variable. Thats why I just threw the right bait. By using the appearance of a titan named Bavichi. Isnt it? Athena spoke to Bavichi as if tossing it. Then something unbelievable happened. The huge Bavichi had disappeared like smoke. [The special skill False Incarnation is canceled.] Pero! A cloud of smoke rose. And what appeared between them was someone with a much smaller body, not Bavichi. All of them are right. Blonde hair that looks like its soaked in the sun. It was Baldur, one of the gods of Northern Europe. It was a moment when it was clearly revealed who was the traitor among the many candidates. But I dont understand. Its not Loki or H, who have a lust for power deep inside. Why did that benign god betray him? Whats the reason? Yura Its simple. Baldur shrugged his shoulders with a natural face. If its the position given to the forces that are certain to perish and the forces protected by the 50th floor, theres no need to put it on the scales. Just in time, thanks to you No, because of you, the position of the sun god on the Olympus side became vacant. Thats why I was promised that position as a bonus. In the end, it means that you will bet on a ce with high possibility. Especially in Northern Europe,ints about the position behind Thor and Loki have continued to pile up. Why do you always think that you are only a third person or more, not a second person? You guys You dare to take my brothers ce? What are you talking about! Artemiss eyes were torn as thin as the pupils of a beast. Before she knew it, the bow with the string drawn taut in her hand. The arrow disappeared. The sound of an incredibly fast and powerful wind. No matter how devastated she was, the power of the goddess of the hunt is still there. Even more so if he was in a very angry state. But. Quaaang! The arrow was blocked right in front of Baldur. Athena holding the shield red at Artemis. Athena! Get out of the way! He insulted my brother! The subject of betraying Olympus You speak so well. Kuk! A battle of nerves continued between the two goddesses, and Jinhyeok let out a long sigh . Among the gods of Olympus, if you were to choose the one you hate the most, Athena would definitely be number one. Because it was much more difficult to thoroughly design every situation than Zeus, who boasts overwhelming destructive power. Yes. If you did not know these characteristics, you would be stuck. If it was the first time we faced each other Thank you for focusing all your troops on this side. In order to maximize the effect, it was good to gather as many enemies as possible. If Olympus main force was gathered here, it meant that the defenses in other ces were as loose as that. What does that mean? What do you mean? Ugh! Jinhyeok took out a unique item from the subspace inventory. Athenas eyes widened rapidly. Thats? Yes, theres no way they wouldnt know. How could they not know? The worst holy relic that drove them to hell. [Activate the drum to announce Gigantomachia!] [The seals that bind the Titans are released.] [Genius () The apocalypse begins.] The sky turned ck. ??? A long time ago, Olympus, which had nothing to fear in the world, almost perished. That is, the titans, a group of giants, came and tried to wipe out Olympus. Zeus and other gods joined forces to fight against it, but it was impossible to drive out countless titans. It was a moment of desperate despair. If time passed, Olympus would have been destined to fall into the hands of the titans. But the one who saved it There was. It was Hercules, one of the strongest heroes in mythology. Afterpleting 12 tasks, Hercules drove out the Titans and saved Olympus ording to the prophecy. He wrote a myth that no one can deny. But now the monster is gone. The corners of Jinhyeoks mouth went up. In the forefront. In the heart of Northern Europe where Yggdrasil is, Thor was holding Hercules feet. In other words, even if the Titans ran rampant, there was no one who could interfere. It has to be done before the contract ispletely broken. I didnt know exactly what kind of prank he was ying, but if the target of the curse dies, the curse will lose its power too . We have to stop it right now! Athena screamed, but it was toote. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Kwaaang! A tremendous roar echoed throughout Olympus. The Titans who were suppressed with jewels began to wake up one by one. Koooooo! Ohhh! As if to vomit what had been suppressed until now, the eyes of the Titans shed red. Chapter 556 Chapter 556. Genius (), Prologue to Gigantomachia (1) what is this! Nonsense. Why are the seals all broken? What the hell is going on! The upper echelons of Olympus fell into panic due to the sudden activation of Gigantomachia. It feels like Ive been hit in the head with a hammer. The worst nightmare imaginable has be a reality, so of course its embarrassing. I considered various variables in this battle but I couldnt even imagine that Gigantomachia would start again. quiet. At one word from Zeus, everyone shut their mouths. Sitting on the throne, Zeus tapped the end of the throne with his finger. Tok tok. Took. An irregr sound followed. How many minutes did the suffocating silencest? What about Tartarus? Finally, Zeus opened his mouth. Hermes hurriedly lowered his head. We are still holding on, but it is close. Its an impossible situation to control because the seal is released and they run rampant like one. Still, the guardians are guarding it, so I think it will be fine for a few days. There are only a few days left. After that, Tartarus copses. That meant the beginning of a catastrophe that could destroy all of Olympus. Once I know what you mean. If not Just when Zeus was about to speak. Koooooo! A deafening roar echoed nearby. Boooooong! What came up through the clouds was a gigantic hand. One of the Titans has reached the summit of Olympus. Zeus! And the rest of the idiots are all gathered! A pair of yellowish eyes red at the gods of Olympus. Enormous mana was concentrated in his hand as if to vent the resentment he had been confined to for so many years. Titan opened his palm. Cuckoo Cuckoo! A terrifying sting sound hit the eardrum enough to copse the entire temple. But right before the palm touches Zeus. [The holy relic Astrafe is activated!] Blue lightning shed. A line ran through the air. Wow! Kuaa! The Titans body, which was hit directly by the lightning, bounced off as it was. Soon, smoke billowed from the whole body wrapped in zing mes. I will be on a leash forever in Tartarus. Where do you dare toe up with that filthy body? Zeus rose from his seat holding another lightning bolt. [Zeus wears the Armor of Radiance.] [Astrafes attack power increases by 200%!] [Ignores attacks that do not conform to Holy Relics and Unique Holy Lance!] Much more dense magic. Pants! Blue sparks stretched out around Astrafe. The Titans head was engulfed in a ball of fire. overwhelming destructive power. Even if he was a Titan, he didnt have the ability to withstand more than two direct hits from Astrafe. Cheeik! The acrid smell of burnt meat wafted through the air. Keuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu The staggering Titan crashed down the mountain. However, despite the one-sided victory, Zeus expression was not very good. One managed somehow. Two Can you handle dozens or hundreds? If even the king of the titans is released, what else should I do then? All sorts of assumptions deepened the wrinkles between his eyebrows. Im going toe in a hurry. So, is there no solution? . There was no answer. Everyone was perplexed and just stared. Zeus scanned the faces of the gods. no one? sorry. Except for calling Hercules All of these are answers with no reality. Zeus face was full of annoyance. If left unattended, the spreading mes would burn all of Olympus. no, where is that? He didnt know that if he made a mistake, he might wipe out his subordinates and allies on other floors. It means that their ce in the entire Tower of Trials willpletely disappear. The curse I put on the Ring of the Sun doesnt work properly Really. I dont know how everything can get so twisted. Breaking the contract with Elise was the most powerful card. However, as Jinhyeok weakened the curse of the ring by using the zodiac sign, it became impossible to know when the contract would be broken. Its like youve lost money just by letting the other person buy time. Are you saying there isnt a single person like that around me? It makes sense for the gods who have lived for so many years to be ridiculed by just one human. At Zeuss rebuke, everyone became mute after eating honey. But at that moment. Whoops! A gate appeared in front of the gods. that buck It was Athena who broke through the shimmering surface. The armor, which had been fiercely fought just before, was covered in dust and blood. Athena. You are safe. yes. father. Forgive me for beingte. What did he do to get things to this point? The key to unlocking Tartarus is hidden somewhere only I know. I dont know how I got it, but I had drums. drum! In addition to the key, it is a holy relic that can start Gigantomakia. I hope the name pops up here. The more I look at him, the more ridiculous he bes. Zeus pressed his throbbing temple. Just an ordinary human subject. It didnt make sense that they had more information than they did. But even if I regret it, its already toote. The opponent was caught off guard. The damage has reached unbearable levels. Dont worry too much. father. It is true that the situation is not easy, but the war has only just begun. There are things prepared just in case. I admit that I lost a yer. But if you think this victory willst forever. That is a serious misunderstanding. Come out. Athena called to those who came with her from beyond the gate. The authors? No way The eyes of Zeus and the rest of the gods narrowed. ??? Good very good. Jinhyeok nodded his head as he saw Olympus turning into a mess. Kwaaang! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Quaaaaagh! Aagh! Screams heard everywhere. The titans were trampling on the troops of Olympus and trampling on them wherever they came. Its like watching a fight between a gori and an ant. To that extent, therge-scale event called Giganto Machia was very hot. Of course, it will take time to organize everything as there are only a few people. Ill have to wait until the troops run out. Ice made from cial molding was floated on c and served with fried chicken. Crispy on the outside and moist on the inside with a unique texture. It is a top-notch dish made with the famous Golden Feather Hen on the 1st floor and Hepamemos Pink Pepper on the 12th floor. In addition, it is apanied by a blockbuster movie, so it is equipped with the best things to see and eat. Jinhyeok giggled and bit the chicken leg into his mouth. I think about it every time, but you really seem to be no different from the devil. Chun Yoo-seong gave an honest review. I always think about it, but I think its fortunate that Im on the same side as Jinhyeok. lol. I always listen well. So please Teresa and Andrea also pretended not to do so and cast a spin. These are real Some people are trying to die. Is it just that you cant think of it that way? Now I felt the need to live a more vicious life. By the way Ill see the match in three days. Jinhyeoks gaze turned to his right arm. Awesome! Although the progress of the curse was dyed as much as possible with a barrier, the erosion was still in progress. Three days to feel. If you really push yourself, the seal will be broken within four days. Of course, if the contract is cut off right away, nothing big will happen, but I couldnt be certain who would do what at the point the contract was cut off. Did Alice just disappear? huh. Heined of a headache with a very dark expression, and then moved south. I tried to chase it, but I missed it. I dont know if you show yourself. The chance of finding it again is 0.215%. huh. Frey nodded. After Alice disappeared, the fight against Cheonsei was virtually defeated. It was a painful part to have a big gap in power. It should be prepared like this. Because Cheonse was also a gigantic force with power that could not be ignored. Now lets move slowly. Jinhyuk stood up from his seat. Exactly one hour had passed since the giants started rampaging. If the timing is right now, Olympus power will be properly distributed. Where are you nning to go? Um Jinhyeok scratched his chin at Chun Yuseongs question. If I had to exin the destination Hell. This word would be the most appropriate. ??? Tartarus. Mugane Hell, where the Titans were imprisoned, was the most secret ce in Olympus, but also the most dangerous. A green light torch that lights up a long, dark passageway. The walls and pirs engraved with various runes were connected so that it was difficult to guess the end. however. Strange intruders have entered a ban that should never be known to the outside world. that buck Took. All kinds of defensive magic and shamanic barriers began to be destroyed. As if he knows where and what traps are. A group that went deep inside in an instant. Eventually, the two guardians guarding the interior moved. This is a ce where ess is forbidden even to the gods. But who are you guys? A warrior with bristling muscles. Unusual magic rose from the helmet and shield. Even at a nce, they are unusual guardians. Its not hero grade, it corresponds to the great hero grade. I dont know what that is. Were a bit tight on time, and itd be nice to clear the way when we put it on a nice note. If you want your neck to stay attached to your body. Jinhyeok shrugged his shoulders and spat out words that were threatening. Hoo. Do you mean us? okay. he wont let go I told you the whole time I was going to change my drink. Jinhyeok pushed Cheon Yooseong on the shoulder. staggering Chun Yuseong headed forward without realizing it. This rotten. It was only natural for swear words toe out of his mouth. However, since he had already drawn his sword, he could not retreat now. Im sorry, but can I leave this here? I really want to help, but I dont have much time. Contrary to what he said, he was already moving with the fact that he was abandoning Cheon Yoo-seong. ha. You really I will definitely ask you about thister. As expected, we are the only swordsmen. I beg you. Yoosung. Yeah. They say so. Jinhyeok and the rest of the members passed Chun Yuseong and headed toward the door. of course. Its ridiculous. Didnt anyone say you can go in at will? The Guardians couldnt stand to watch it. The spear held like lightning headed for Jinhyuks side. right at that moment. Kaaang! Two spears ricocheted off with the difference of a sheet of paper. [Cheon Yoo-seong activates his unique ability Sword Song!] Smooth sword dance from a stable posture. The Sword Masters sword, which had been repeated thousands and tens of thousands of times, took its perfect form. Its annoying to mess around, but its because Im the type of person who handles tasks properly. The melody that echoed along the tip of the sword soon began to materialize a world of imagination. [The unique vocalnce White Night is activated!] A world where day and night merge into one. Chun Yoo-seongs unique holy spear spread out in front of the two guardians. Chapter 557 Episode 557. A natural disaster, the prelude to Gigantomachia (2) A world where everything is dyed in pure white. Only one sword was shining in the blizzard. ! The movements of the guardians who were trying to chase Jinhyeok came to a standstill. It is instinctively felt. That the ce they are in is an unusual ce. And that if I ignored that and went after the rest of the intruders there would be irreversible consequences. Is it an image barrier implemented with a unique holy spear? strong. There are no loopholes. The two guardians looked at Chun Youseong. It was the determination to give up the pursuit and fight with all ones might. Cheeik! As the mana condensed, heat rose from the body touched by the blizzard. Being able to endure this much in the opponents uniqueness window. Something that only extremely trained people can do. As expected, the Guardians are formidable enemies. Chun Youseong grabbed the sword with both hands. Different energies collided head-on. The one in front of the two guardians opened his mouth. A strong man who came here after a long time. I want to hear his name before we fight. Cheon Yooseong. I am a yer. A cool and short introduction. Thats enough. Now its the mans turn to reveal his true name. My name is Leonidas. Defeated by Zeus Myth was stolen. He was the king of Sparta and was praised as a hero at the same time, but all of that was just dust and scattered. But Zeus said. 7 thousand years. If you protect Tartarus during that period, you will return all thends and myths that were taken away. Therefore, he must protect this ce no matter what. Even if honor is tarnished and pride is lost. Because there was a reason to endure all of it. Spear and shield pointed forward. Terrible spection began to melt all the snow around. sereung. Another drew his sword. My name is Hannibal. Likewise, everything was lost by the gods of Olympus in the tower. Although they lost the war and walked the path of ruin, and ended their lives miserably by drinking poison due to the betrayal of those who followed them. He has never regretted the path and history he has walked. There must be a reason why you came all the way here. But for whatever reason, we cant open the way either. no one can deny The great heroes who built up myth and history. Auras of different colors surged along the spear and sword. A runaway of magical powers. The mana that poured out beyond that began to take on different forms. [Unique Voice Spears] [Unique Voice Spears] 2 Unique Voice Spears. As if responding to the masters call. The holy relics that had been with numerous battlefields were also violently shaken. And the moment when magic power broke through the limit. [Thermopes Wall is activated] [Carthages Avatar is activated!] Leonidas led 300 elite troops against Xerxes invasion of over 2,000,000. And Hannibal crossed the mountains of the Alps, which no one thought was possible, and dug into the heart of Rome. Both. It is arge army-type unique sacred spear that reproduces the myths of the past. Foreign worlds intervened in the pure white world. The Spartan warriors formed formations between the red canyons. Oooh! Whoa! All of them were heroes of reversal who went to war with Leonidas. thud! thud! thud! thud! On one side, Hannibals expedition led by elephants appeared. [Due to the effect of the uniqueness window, the boundaries of the image world be blurred.] [Various buffs are released.] [Three realms collide into one!] Shaking sky. Fragments fell from the cracked sky. However, despite the overwhelming force, Chun Yu-seongs spirit did not break. Still staring straight ahead. No matter how the circumstances around him changed, he did not change himself. Quaang! Chun Yoo-seong, who had been seated, became a ray of wind. Landscapes change in an instant. Chun Yoo-seongs sword attack caused a thick bloody storm. Quaaaaagh! Aww! Its insanely fast and fierce. Shields are shattered and helmets are splintered. Even Leonidas, who boasts of an iron wall, was not strong enough to stop Cheonyuseong. Nevertheless, the name of the elite did not fall into panic or the disy was not disturbed. If its a melee, Ive been through enough to win. But its about dealing with only one person. Kaka Kakaang! The attack continued like a ruler. The spear and sword simultaneously aimed at Chun Yu-seongs body. However, Chun Yoo-seong dug deeper and deeper, parrying off attacks from all directions. There is only one goal. Its Leonidas. Hoo. Leonidas looked at Cheon Yoo-seong as if he was interested. A quiet life reminiscent of a wild beast. He had never felt such pressure against Xerxes immortals. The same was true when fighting the heroes of Olympus. so that. Its fun. A long-forgotten spection wriggled. Leonidas prepared for battle with his shield erected at an angle. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! Kakakang! Soon, swords and spears crossed and an invisible melee unfolded. From the neck to the heart from the heart to the abdomen. In terms of swordsmanship itself, Chun Yuseong was overwhelming, but Leonidas shield skill made up for thecking part. Appropriately blocking or draining attacks. The sharp counter of the spear poking through that gap was the kind where every attack attack threatened his life. hmm!? Of course, Leonidas also had the experience of losing his life several times in less than three minutes. The Death Soul sword, which has already reached its peak, is impossible to predict the sword path. Awesome! The wounds on his body only increased as time went on. Blood flowed and breathing became rough. Meanwhile. How long has it been since Ive seen Leonidas struggle like that? Hannibal, who was a little further away, also joined the battle. The troops waiting on the nks began to move. cooong! cooong! cooong! The troops, led by elephants, created a terrifying hole-in-the-wall. Hannibal, who rode the biggest elephant in the lead, raised his sword high. Whoops! A red aura burned along the de. 1m 2m and 3m. The aura des that grew with tremendous momentum shot out as if reaching the sky. [Hannibal activates the special skill ck Charge!] The eleration and destructive power of the heavy elephants weight. From above below. The sword fell. Kaaaang! As swords collided, dozens of shockwaves swept across the battlefield. The gust of wind and roar pounded my eardrums. endures nheless Chun Yuseongs eyes shone coldly. This is blocking? A whimper escaped from Hannibals mouth. It was a surprise attack of conversion aimed at the gap where all the nerves were focused on dealing with Leonidas. The opponent epted it so easily. Chun Youseong corrected his posture once again. You guys are definitely strong. But Ive fought countless times with people worse than you. A wall stronger than any monster in the tower. Ive never wasted a day trying to get over that wall. Always bumping into limits and struggling to achieve a single wish. however. If only it stopped here. If I was caught on the heels of guardians, not gods. I mean, I cant surpass him forever! [Unique Sacred Spear, White Nights and One Heavenly Sword] Blessed talent. [The 8th meal (˄).] Extreme efforts were put together. As a result, a single herb was created. not dependent on anyone. not imitating anyone. Only your own herbivore. [Sun Moon Snow Flower] A pure white sword swept across the battlefield. ??? While Chun Yoo-seong was dealing with the Guardians, Jin-hyeok headed to the depths of Tartarus. Once inside, the atmosphere changed dramatically. hot and humid temperatures. In an instant, beads of sweat formed on his forehead. In addition, the scenery around us has also changed 180 degrees. It is bizarre. Theresa frowned at the decorations beside her. Stone statues suffering from being crushed by heavy metal. Its like watching a vivid scene of torture. Its not alive and moving, right? Andrea also looked around the extension with a worried expression. It was because the stone statues were so vivid. Um They really move. yes? Really? Teresa and Andrea opened rabbit eyes. Jinhyeok quickly reassured the two of them. huh. But youll be fine right now. Whywhy? The owner of this ce is interested in us. If he had any hostility, the Titans would have moved as soon as he entered this ce. Now that the seal has weakened, he could run amok in Tartarus. But still, being so quiet is what Ive been waiting for. May those who rebel against Olympuse to you. So lets hurry before the master gets too annoyed. Lulu L. Jinhyeok hummed and took the lead. After a long timeing deep into Tartarus, memories of the past began to sprout. How far did you go in? The statues started to grow little by little and soon turned into giants over 10 meters tall. This is their territory. Jinhyeok quietly ced his hand on the dagger. The rest of the members also showed their nervousness, probably feeling the heavy magic. At the same time, an incredibly huge space appeared. Roaring! The torches burned all at once. Inside the green light, there were dozens of Titans. Hehehe. I thought that if someone came here, of course it would be the people who gave it to me, but this is surprising. Funny. fun. Natural magical power and overwhelming power. From birth, those who are in the position of predators are the Titans. Thats why the Titans looked at Jinhyeok and the rest of the humans like bugs. To be precise, seeing bugs that are slightly more interesting enough to draw their attention. however. The interest didntst long. Where is Kronos? I didnte all this far to flirt with thugs. Jinhyuksughterpletely disappeared with one word he uttered. What is this guy talking about? Are you shaking? Did you tell us to tremble now? You are so desperate to want to die! One of the Titans raised a fist. It was with the intention of turning it into a chunk of finely mashed meat in one blow. Whoops! The fist that cut through the wind fell down. But at that very moment. [Unique Sacred Spear Phase 2 is activated!] [Tombgraves right arm is activated!] Two abilities unfolded at once. Fist and fist collided at one point. Kwaaang! Whoever sees it muste to an obvious conclusion. Like a confrontation between a gori and an ant, the difference in specifications between the two is not evenparable. However, the resultspletely shattered the expectations of the Titans. Aagh! The body of a Titan several hundred times bigger than Jinhyeok flew to the opposite wall. Patter Debris fell from the smashed wall. Ill ask you again. Where is Kronos? Chapter 558 Chapter 558. A natural disaster, the prelude to Gigantomachia (3) It was only for a moment that I was surprised. A huge fury arose among the Titans who soon came to their senses. Cuckoo Cuckoo! a throbbing life. Kuk! This mouse-sized human I looked at you cute, but you cant understand the fraction! The Titans each picked up a weapon. Mr. Jinhyeok! Jinhyuk! Teresa and Andrea stepped out at the same time. Teresa gathered divine power through the Blessing of the Stars. Andrea activates the Fox Fire Game to reveal the power of a nine-tailed fox. A breathtaking confrontation ensued. It wasnt strange even if an attack came and went right away. Its a really touch-and-go situation. But just then Hahaha! Loud, thickughter erupted from among the titans. !? !! The Titans who tried to attack Jinhyeok stopped right there. Then he turned his head in the direction of theughter. Get out of the way. He seems to have something to say with me The Titans Ive met so far all have enormous size and enormous magical power. It was nothingpared to the colossus talking now. A way of speaking that feels time and mythology. In the magic that emanated from the body, there was an indescribable energy of the absolute. This guy is Kronos. He is the head of the Titans and the main god who held all the power of Olympus before Zeus. As expected it worked. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth went up. Cronus has a personality that doesnt have any business with people who cringe normally. A man who tters and bows his head is a weakling. In order to recapture Olympus, I dont even talk to those idiots. That was Kronos style. Thats why I did things that were deliberately provocative. As expected, Kronos responded. I came to propose a nice alliance, but the guest reception is really poor. ah! Is it because youve been locked up in the dungeon for too long and youre losing your sense of self? Then maybe you can understand. cheeky! I dare you to know who he is. I will rip your snout off! From now on. Cronus growled lowly at the shouts of the Titans. Those who open their mouths without my permission will have their heads ripped off. Be careful even of the sound of your breathing. Kronos order contained such a meaning. The sound of breathing in the wind could be heard from here and there. But no one had a liver big enough to spit out more than that. So, what proposal did our bold humanse up with to make the board this big? I hope its something Im interested in. I dont know if you already know this or not, but I was the one who broke the seal of Tartarus. Its like the benefactor who saved you guys from this hell. Huh A smile appeared on Cronus face. This is because what was dubious about became a reality. Funny. I never thought it was a human being who found the drum that was so tightly hidden. If so, is your purpose also to defeat Zeus? I have a lot of bad ties with him in many ways. Im thinking of cleaning it up right now. Of course, to do that, you need a strong alliance. Thank you for getting us out of here. But why should I ally with you? Thats it Because you alone will never be able to recapture Olympus. Cool, but this is the reality. Because it was the Titans who were annihted by Hercules alone. Even if they were released again, the results would not change much. Besides, isnt this the state of being added to the age of 1000? The odds of winning were infinitely close to zero. But with my help, the story ispletely different. There are ways to stop Hercules. Because I also have a card that can withstand Zeuss Astraphe. Hahaha! Thats such an arrogant word. Apparently, it seems that he met Zeus on another floor Thats because Zeus got out of Olympus. In Olympus, its power increases more than five times. One of the most powerful attack aircraft in the entire Tower of Trials. The methods that can be prevented or offset are also extremely limited. Only those who inherit the blood of the Titans can withstand even a little bit of such an Astraphe. With a human body, just looking at its brilliance would reduce it to ashes. Well, what Kronos said is not wrong. For non-Titans, Astrafe was definitely a nuisance attack. but. What if I show you this? Jinhyuk quietly raised one arm. That arm Kronoss eyes narrowed. theres no way you wouldnt know How could you not know? One of the titans, Tombgrave. He was one of the great warriors who had a record in numerous wars in the past. To have inherited his arm. It means one who has been recognized by Tombgrave. If you are a human with Titan blood, you are certainly notcking in defeating Olympus. The worry didntst long. Kronos stood up from his seat. good. I will trust you. for a moment. Jinhyeok interrupted Cronus. I think youre misunderstanding something, but an alliance is something you do when its mutually beneficial. I broke my hand, but what will you offer? Are you asking for a price? of course. Wouldnt that be fair? I dont mind. Asking me for a price haha. But youre not wrong. As you said, you must have that much guts to ally with this body. What do you wish for? The scythe that cut Uranus and the fragments of the broken watch. It is a condition to hand over two. reasonably expensive. Well, if you put the whole Olympus on the scale, I dont think its going to be so overpriced, right? No matter how expensive the holy relic. Will itpare to a lifelong dream? As much as I flew high, I couldnt help but feel so painful now that I was stuck underground. Cronus knew that fact more than anyone else. so that. I wanted to sit on my throne above the clouds once more and look down at the world. okay. It seems like a reasonable price. Cronus let out a small sigh. with it. An alliance between the Goinmul Corporation and Titan was concluded. ? ? ? Haa haa haa As soon as the sound of rough breathing leaked out of my lips, it shattered into pieces. Red bloodshot eyes and trembling fingers. Due to extreme fatigue, consciousness seemed to be cut off at any moment. [The condition worsens.] [The shackles of the contract loosen rapidly.] I knew it instinctively. that there is not much time left. contractor. Elise staggered and sat down on the spot. Even in the middle of a hazy mind, reason and sensibility fought like crazy. I dont understand. Why is it so painful just because the contract is broken? I couldnt figure out why a burning thirst welled up if my heart for Jinhyeok didnt change. If he met Jinhyeok at this moment at that time, he might be a bloodthirsty vampire rather than a precious person. I have to get as far away as possible. At least now Im barely maintaining my reason. Keep as much distance as possible. What would be the consequences otherwise? I didnt even want to imagine. But just then Youvee further than I thought. Someone appeared in the woods. A deep sense of incongruity that I had never felt before. not a yer Even so, he was not a resident of the Tower. He waspletely different from the principals and administrators, but he was a man who smelled several times more dangerous. Who is that! Elise immediately bared her sharp fangs. Wow. Please dont be so vignt. Because I came to help. The man showed both palms to express that he had no intention of hostility. Help? me? okay. My name is Eagle Owl. Jinhyeok and I have known each other for a long time. He is also ying the role of a helper helping him behind the scenes. Eagle owl. I once heard Jinhyeok mention the name. in a friendly way, not hostile. Why am I doing this? I definitely value the contractor more than anyone else, but why why the hell? Because one of us messed with Baldurs ring. Oh, Id rather call her my old colleague, to be exact. The Great Horned Owl shrugged. The curse on the Ring of the Sun doesnt just break the contract. It had the effect of arousing very intense hostility and desire for the target together. In the end, it means that from the moment the contract is broken, the two will inevitably be hostile. Its not a problem that can be solved just by running away. Its because Ive double-tripled the device so I cant get out. In the first ce, this n was nned much earlier than you can imagine, Alice. ng syne? Are you talking about earlier than this war? Surely youre not referring to the time you met the contractor, right? The eagle owl quietly shook its head at Elises words. No, earlier than that. The time when the tower was first built. It was nned before everything started. What do you think is the reason why you fell so much in Jinhyeoks blood in the corridor in the first ce? Dont you think that the reason why you fell for him among so many people is simply a coincidence? !? Elise froze on the spot. A blow to the head like a hammer. Come to think of it why did he try to covet the blood of the contractor at every opportunity? Doubt after question bit the tail. However, before the question could be resolved, the eagle owl tapped his face. Then, his face changed in an instant. in a way that is all too familiar. BelRuth? A member of the Ataraxia family and one of her blood rtives. Even before being locked in a corridor. And even to this day, when I came out of the cloister. He was a vampire who was always by his side reassuringly. This person is not Belus, but one of my former colleagues. Belus, pretending to be a vampire, has been by your side and poisoned you for a long time. enough to not show off. Slowly, with time and effort. It made Alice want Jinhyeoks blood. When all the family heads betrayed you and pushed you into the corridor. Have you ever wondered why they didnt cut out all the limbs? Didnt you have any doubts that Belus carried out the mission without dying every time the battles that were too much for you to handle happened? Even if it was said that Elis was so powerful that it was hard to kill. There was no reason not to wipe out all of her blood rtives who followed her. Because it wasmon sense not to leave any regrets as much as possible. Thats what we made it. Because there had to be an insider by his side during that long exile. In order to make the true ancestor of Ellispletely their own. I just decided that. Whywhat is it? Why did you make me like that! Eris was ovee with emotion and screamed. The fact that everything about him was denied was unbearable. However, the eagle owls emotions were not shaken. I was just telling the truth in silence. The Great Horned Owl opened its mouth for thest time. Because you are the only sword that can kill the yer Kang Jin-hyeok. The strongest deceased person without a single mistake. The safety device devised by the operators to stop him is the Alice von Ataraxia. No matter how much Jinhyeok has no blood or tears because he wont be able to cut the one he cherishes the most. Chapter 559 Chapter 559. A natural disaster, the prelude to Gigantomachia (4) No matter how powerful a weapon is, it means nothing if it cannot be controlled. In that sense, Alice was the perfect shackle to bind Jinhyeok. Because he was apanion who could always be together, ovee hardships, and share joy. So I kept pushing the two of them together. By any chance, if something happens to eliminate the yer named Kang Jin-hyeok, I can use it. And now, with hostile rtions with the operators its the right time to break the seal of Elise. At least that was their n. I wanted to tell you this as soon as possible, but getting here wasnt easy. The disturbance was too severe. The eagle owl showed a wounded arm with a bitter expression. ck mes were still burning in the unusual prating wound. But it is not toote. Because we arrived before the seal waspletely lifted. You mean theres a way to stop this? okay. There is one thing. Alices eyes trembled violently at the eagle owls words. There is still a way to go back to Jinhyeok. He said that there is a way to protect this precious happiness. I will do anything. tell me. In the tower, the curse continues to deteriorate. You may have felt it from the time you were in the corridor, but the reason why your thirst for blood intensifies is because it resonates with the magic of the tower. Even more so, that desire must have be several times stronger now that Baldurs ring has ruptured the water. There is no way to stop this no matter what. If thats the case Move the stage out of the tower. The ce where Jinhyeok could rest most safely was in Hyundai. The eagle owl pulled out a ss bottle of purple liquid from within. Inside the ss bottle, about the size of an index finger, liquid flowed. Go out and drink this. Then you will be able to neutralize much of the curse. okay. Elise clutched the bottle tightly in her hand. He was still breathing heavily, but his mind was clearer than before. There is no room for dy as long as there is a new method. You have to move as quickly as possible. Whoa! The eagle owl opened the gate leading outside. I saw a familiar high-risendmark beyond the gate. thank you. I will never forget this grace. Give thanks after everything is done well. Its still too early to be relieved. huh. Still I wanted to say thank you. Elise nodded at the eagle owl and, without dy,unched herself. The moment Alice disappeared. Pants! A crack has formed in space. A new person appeared right next to the eagle owl. It was a third person who had been hiding in the dimensional gap for a long time. how is it? Do you feel cheated? It was only dieting for 25 years. As expected, when I bring up the name Kang Jin-hyuk, I get caught right away. There would have been no other alternative for him anyway. The appearance of the eagle owl hadpletely changed before I knew it. coffin song. He was a viewer of Jinhyeok in the past, and at the same time, he was an operator who was attached to apletely different ce. If you only told the truth or if you were consistent with lies, you would have been suspicious. Because of the proper mix of the two, Elise had no choice but to fall into aplete trap. It is pitiful. What is love Even if you throw away everything, you still run. Isnt that why we chose her as the candidate? Well, thats how it is. The two operators exchanged words leisurely. Arrow left the protest. Sooner orter. Pretty interesting things will happen. *** Boom! thud! thud! thud! An offensive that rushes like water. The Titans began ascending Olympus, ravaging the Greek warriors. Hahaha! You are very reassuring! Thanks to this, the Northern European side, which was engaged in a fierce battle, had a chance to breathe. Thor detonated his lightsaber and grabbed Mjolnir. Blue sparks also bounced in all directions with great vigor. On the other hand. Gigantomachia has risen again. Hercules looked at Olympus with aplicated expression. Although Olympus itself had a strong barrier and numerous defense troops. In the first ce, it was impossible to stop the giants with just that. you have to go yourself Only then can Olympus be protected. The problem was the infernal god of thunder couldnt leave it alone. I think things are overly messy. How about going back to our respective bases for now? Its a game, lets pay again next time. Hmm. Seeing that the worlds Hercules is trying to pull off his tail, he must be in a hurry. I just want topete with you under the right conditions. I dont want to hunt a beast with one arm tied either Thor continued with a shrug. It was your side who struck the back of the head first during the meeting. There is no reason to fight fair and square against such cowardly cowards. Neither means nor method matters. for their respective forces. The only purpose was to destroy the opponent with all his might. Boom! Boom! Boom! Mjolnir let out a rough roar. Lightning condensed into one point and ignorant mana began to explode. Kuh Hercules bit his mrs. Now that this has happened, we have to get this sorted out as quickly as possible. An inevitable battle ensued. same time. Even on the Eden side where Uriel was, a fierce argument was going on. Why arent you moving your troops! Are you sure you intend to betray us? Aphrodite and Demeter raised their voices. To the point where his pretty face was distorted into a savagery. The anger of the two goddesses reached the sky. However, despite strong protests, Uriel did not blink an eye. We also have our own circumstances. What the hell is going on that you cant move that heavy ass! One of the demon kings of the demon realm has invaded the realm of Eden. They must have noticed that we sent a lot of troops here. Demon King Beriel. Recently, he is one of the most powerful monarchs in the demon realm. Because of his erratic personality, he had always been a troublesome enemy. Now that the forces of Guntaper have been swallowed up. It had be an annoying enemy to the point of being iparable to before. Arent there still a lot of defenders left in Eden? What the hell are the archangels doing, including Gabriel and Michael That is the problem. Uriel cut it off. They take a stand against us. So even if my territory is invaded, let alone support, I even implicitly help Beriel so that she can attack easily. Thats why you cant move recklessly. It was because if Beriel went even a little deeper, the main force needed to hit the rear had to be intact. of course. Beriels invasion too. Uriels aid. All of them were part of the operation nned by Jinhyeok. It is a kind of well-organized y to create a usible justification. However, Aphrodite and Demeter, who had no chance of knowing that fact, could not exert any more pressure. ha. There is nothing going your way. Demeter let out a deep sigh. Do not worry too much. I didnt expect Eden to step in the foot, but there are still ways to turn things around. As Ellis disappeared, the foot of the giant power Cheonse was released. Furthermore, the forces brought by Athena are all ready to move. Now is the time to strike back. ??? After crossing the middle of Olympus, battles with heroes who are in charge of the axis of mythology urred frequently. Cool. Thick blood flowed from Orpheus mouth. The distinctive and proud lyre has long since stopped ying. The wound to the chest was also close to fatal. Blood gushed out like a fountain from the deep sword scar. As expected, heroes are strong. The basic specs are also excellent and strong, so there is a taste of beating. Jinhyeok brushed off the blood on the red ryeon and squatted down on the spot. [Orpheus Lyre C Blue] Difficulty to obtain: SS Description: When yed, it induces hallucinations in enemies and boosts morale in allies. Depending on the skill of the person ying the lyre, the increase in buffs and debuffs varies. Mmm. A person who will die soon wont need such a precious thing. Anyway, it would be more important to fill the hole in my chest right now than the instrument. Jinhyeoks hand moved like lightning. The ce where Lira had been a while ago became clean. Good good. Destroying the main power of Olympus and getting a sweet reward as a bonus. No matter how you think about it, this ce isnt hell, its a treasure trove. Aww! Orpheus! When Jason saw Orpheus fall, he cried out. [Jason activates Argo Expedition!] Colleagues who went on an extreme expedition together. The stats of all heroes belonging to the Argo have risen almost twice. at the same time. Quaang! Holding the sword with both hands, he rushed towards Jinhyeok. Its incredibly fast for its size. As if to sever his bones in one blow, the sword created a terrifying hole. That moment. Kaaang! The sword was blocked by the shield. To think that a great hero was attacked from behind Itspletely different from what Ive heard in mythology. Theresa swung a shield full of divine power. Jason took a step back. Well done. our Teresa. After all, with the saintess behind her, she couldnt be so reassuring. This is why you and I are trying to make our own side. The thought of thises to mind. Because you always supported and cheered me in any situation. Wouldnt it be shameless to touch the valuables of a wounded person! Jason shouted again. dont give up No matter how true it sounds, you have to ept it. Because that was a deceased person corporation. but. Thats Teresa, who had a minimal conscience, became a dumb ass. Sheesh. No matter how hard you beat him with facts, you have to know how to put a steel te on your face. Thats why I dont think Im a good kid. Jinhyeok stepped forward instead of Teresa. The unscrupulous are the stories of you guys who invade other peoples territory without permission. We are rather a liberation army to save the oppressed Northern Europe. So you can do whatever you want. And he swung his sword mercilessly. Kakakakang! Kuk! Jason was busy ying with his sword. Whoa. Its not bad. Rather than proper swordsmanship, it was more like reflexes trained to the limit. That in itself would have been enough to take down quite a few enemies so far Quaaaang! Clumsy. It simply couldnt surpass Murims swordsmanship, which bet everything on nothingness. Jinhyeok slightly twisted the trajectory of the sword flying from the side and attempted to stab it directly at the uv. Perfect counting attack. It was also fatal to aim at the blind spot that was obscured by the shield. Hongryeon dug into the exact gap. But the moment the de is about to touch the uv. Whoops! A foreign power intervened. A deep sense of incongruity that differs in trajectory. Jinhyuks movements stopped on the spot. This mana is its a kind I know. It must have been from those who have experienced it. Chapter 560 Episode 560. Floor 34, tough reinforcements (1) Floor 34 of the Tower of Trials. Residents who live here have quite unique and disparate characters even in the entire tower. does not make sense. Truly outrageous traits and abilities. It was because of the 34th floor that clearly showed why this game is Mangem. Jinhyuk clicked his tongue with a tired face. by the way. This is a big deal. I never thought Id see them here. Afterwards, even when attacking the 34th floor, I nned to pass it using a trick rather than a regr shot. I never thought Id be dealing with those troublemakers here. I can already feel my breath choking. At the same time, I was once again wary of the main god who made this n. Athena The gaze turned to the front. There, the goddess of victory fully armed. Athena was standing. And around it, the residents of the 34th floor were also together. [The residents of the 34th floor show strong hostility toward you.] Arge, muscr monster with green skin. A gigantic Tyrannosaurus whose entire body is made of metal. A halfling wearing a ring inscribed with ancient runes. Even the brothers with green and green mushrooms. I saw people crossing the boundary line. Nice to meet you. I see you again. Kang Jin-hyeok yer. Athena made a fierce expression. I didnt really want to see your face again Were close friends. Haha, do you have anything to talk about when you meet? Even at a drinking party 10 yearster, there will be only stories that you dont want to eat. If thats the case, you dont have to worry. After this time, you will never open your eyes again. Because I brought those guys you guys will definitely win. Is this a story? Hoo. Do you know who they are? you know Maybe they know more than they themselves. Anyway, the guys on the 34th floor shouldnt be able to go to other floors because of restrictions. What did Athena do to y such a prank? A few possibilities came to mind, but right now, the priority was to deal with what was at hand. Other people would say its bullshit, but I have a feeling it could be true for you. If so, you also know that you cant defeat them in the current situation, right? Since there is nothing prepared, it will be impossible to attack. Admit that. but. Youre not really forgetting are you? That we didnte here with only this number? Jinhyuk snapped his fingers. at the same time. Wow! A huge grip rose. It was a giant titan. The Titans, who had been hiding their presence in the fog, appeared all at once ording to Jinhyeoks signal. Immediately, the forest was crushed like a rag. Kwaaang! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! a hollow ground. As soon as fists and various weapons shut up, they began to smash the enemy. Athena! All I have to do is catch that loach-like bitch! The rest of the gods are nothing special! Hahaha! Ill make you a mashed pie! The Titans who discovered Athena revealed a terrifying spection. Given the opportunity to destroy one of the three pirs that hold up Olympus of course, the will must rise. Athena also twitched her eyebrows and looked ufortable. But that was all. [The Cursed Plumber Brother activates Lv35 Turtle Shell!] Arms strengthened by eating red mushrooms. The giant tortoises shell rotated at high speed and hit the giants face. Kwaaang! Kuaa! The titan whose eyes were attacked screamed. Red blood gushed out like a fountain. [Currently, the residents of the 34th floor are receiving the protection of the twisted dimension.] The main characters who dominated the world. They are the identity of the residents staying on the 34th floor. Although, due to restrictions, they couldnt recklessly go outside their stairs. Who ruled, destroyed, and saved a world. They were monsters with their own powers and abilities. of course. Keueueu But it wasnt enough to defeat the Titans. A wound that heals quickly. The angry Titan raised an ax made of logs. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! In one blow, the ce where Athena was was disappeared. It was followed by a wind that made all the grass lie down. Once again, it is an absurd level of attack. How ignorant! Athena brushed off debris from her shield. You have to prate here to open the way to Zeus. would that be possible? Jinhyeok shouted at the Titans. Dont worry. Because it doesnt matter how many bugse. If you cant do even this much, youll have no face with Kronos. Oohhh! Destroy them all! The Titansunched and attack. On the other side,rge-scale protagonists such as green muscle mass, metal Tyrannosaurus, and furry gori appeared. Two forces with mighty destructive power collided at one point. Jinhyeok quickly rechecked the n by adding new variables. Theres no need to worry since Artemis is attached as a guide to Cronus. There are dozens of ways to reach the top of Olympus, but only a few are safe. Most of them are narrow and steep, so even if they reach them, they are perfect prey for the Astrape. Therefore, it is necessary to use a method of distributing troops after selecting a ce with the highest possibility among the remaining routes. Chun Yoo-seong decided to finish the Guardians and join the third route. Now, if you secure only this ce, you can increase your chances even more. First of all, leave thoserge-scale guys to the Titans, and this side should aim for Athena. Jinhyeok nced at Teresa and Andrea. yes! huh. okay! Teresa and Andrea understood Jinhyeoks intentions at once. Side breakthrough with quick maneuverability in a rtively small body. The three members dug deep into the enemy lines at once. Push! Crunchy! Red nts with dense teeth protruded and threw fireballs, and blue-skinned alien races rode pterosaurs and rained down arrows and spears. damn it Because of the restrictions, I cant say their true names carelessly. However, it is difficult to attack individually in a situation where special items have not been obtained in advance. Jinhyeok broke the poison arrow and gnashed his teeth. Can not help it. I have no choice but to deal with it as much as possible. Whoops! The magic that builds up on your toes. Reading the trajectory of the attacksing again Phat! Two skills were activated at the same time. Jinhyeok avoided all the dizzying attacks with a piece of paper. How can you move like that Stop it. You cant let moree in! Its much trickier than Titan. A foot method that properly mixes Gumma Cheonryeongbo and Cheonmagunrimbo. It will feel like facing a ghost. Because all the predictions will be wrong. It wasnt far off now. Athena tried to reach the shooting range. But just then Ddu-du-du-du-du Ddu-du. A familiar melody hit my nerves. Could it be that he brought this guy along? Everyone is shaking right away Jinhyeok tried to send a warning, but it was already toote. lol. Oh, that would be fun. Cute emoticons were stered in the air. at about the same time. [Ns special ability C Premium regr subscription is activated!] [The fantasy of popr content is realized!] [The theme is Octopus game.] Everything around me began to change. blue sky. and. [The hibiscus flower] Even the doll that is turning its head far away. It was all too familiar. [it bloomed!] I already know what this game is. Jinhyuk inhaled. From now on, you must never move. ??? Same time. Took. After arriving at Signiel, Alice entered the house. thump! thump! thump! My head is dizzy like crazy. The high fever made his whole body hot like a ball of fire. But dont fall down just yet. Because the most important thing remains. If you only eat this Open the ss bottle and pour the purple liquid inside into your mouth. The bitter taste filled my mouth. and that moment. !? I felt something was wrong. cooong! My heart sinks. Unpleasant and terrible sensations that I had never experienced before, strangled my brain. This is Even if you dont have to say anything, your body knows first. That the link with the contractor is rapidly weakening. I tried my best to capture my magic power, but I couldnt control the alien aura that was already spreading along my blood vessels. 1 minute 1 second. As time passed, reason became paralyzed. You have to stop. Somehow ah pupils blurring. The unfocused swaying eyes were tearing more and more thinly. Fangs also sharpened, and instinct began to eat away at reason. And finally. [The contract has been terminated.] The contract that has been together for a long time has disappeared. It becamepletely free. at the same time. Hahaha! good. its okay! Ares, who had been hiding as the space distorted, sang with delight. Ive been waiting for this moment toe among the smelly humans. While suppressing the desire to enjoy the war while rampaging freely. Be patient and wait patiently! And finally, the time hase to reap the reward for the long wait. [Ares activates the operators holy relic, Compulsory Contract Rights!] The long parchment unfolded, and the letters inside emitted a purple glow. A beam of light engulfed Elises body in the blink of an eye. Now, if they just sign a new ve contract, Jinjo will be a chess piece that obeys them. Soon everything will be perfectly finished. but. What is it? Ares, who was putting new restrictions on him, muttered in embarrassment. It is iprehensible. no, that doesnt make sense. Clearly the contract was broken. I saw it clearly with my own two eyes. For some reason, Alice was still resisting. Whats missing? Or that there was a mistake I took the medicine as they told me. The ce where the contract can be weakened the most has also been secured. I put a lot of effort into using barriers that dont suit me, but what the hell is this situation? Could it be that the rtionship between the two is tough enough to resist a broken contract? My head was filled with confusion. I dont need anything. Just dont kill me for doing this. Its a pity, but its like taking at least one of its big power, so its not like its just a loss. Ares immediately grabbed the spear. Mana began to condense at the tip of the sharp spear de. I dont know if its a normal situation, but now I cant control my body. The head of Ataraxia is no longer the head of Ataraxia. But just when Ares was about to throw the spear. [A crisis is detected in the modern stronghold.] A huge shadow was cast outside the window. Dalgrak What Master said was true. How dare you stick your filthy paws in here? T-Bone, who rode the fullypleted Bone Dragon, pulled out his sword. Oohhh! The Bone Dragon threw out a pier that seemed to leave the entire building. Chapter 561 Chapter 561. 34th floor, tough reinforcements (2) kuku kuk kuku! overwhelming power. Even though it was only a breath of life into the dragons corpse, it did not mean that the dragons unique power and authority had disappeared. Parts! Green smoke gathering around your mouth. go away. You dirty bastard. T-Bone extended his sword forward. at the same time. [The Bone Dragon activates Breath!] A ray of light prated the window. Truly in the blink of an eye. Ares missed the timing to respond to the unexpected surprise attack. Summoning a shield and blocking it was the best I could do. Kuaaa! A long beam of light engulfed Ares and prated the sky on the other side. Caught in the breath, Ares plummeted to the ground. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! I was able to escape the shock only after turning the road into a mess and crossing it to the other side of Seokchon Lake. Lady Master. Are you okay? T-Bone quickly checked Elises condition. Hah Uh Ah . Ellis was painful and breathe. Things dont look good. It must be because he is suppressing his instinct to covet Jinhyeoks blood to the limit. I have to tell the master right away. T-Bone immediately concentrated. *** Kwaaang! A huge spray of water gushed from Seokchon Lake. These rotten things Ares, who was hit with a proper blow, bit his mrs. Kyaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah! Four people Did they just fall over there? No, more than that, why are you fine? Look look up there! Its a dragon! People who enjoyed peaceful night walks screamed. Of course, since a major disaster urred out of nowhere, it is natural to be embarrassed. But the surprise was only for a moment. Awesome! Ares drew the sword from his waist. A dirty sword strike crossed the side. uh? Just what Pushyuk! What followed was thick blood. Corpses that did not even recognize that they were dead dyed theke red. [Ares activates her unique holynce Lord of the Battlefield!] [The usersbat ability changes in proportion to the distance.] [Ares ability reaches the highest level as it leads to closebat.] Uuuuuuuu! Golden waves continued to spread around Ares body. It would be a big mistake if you were arrogant with a dead lizard! The mana that spewed out brightly colored the sky in Seoul. Its so powerful that the air trembles. This is one of the 12 gods of Olympus. It is Ares, the god of war. Isnt it just to earn time? T-Bones eyes shone lightly. As long as it can withstand a breath, its virtually impossible to defeat it with the weapons it possesses. However, as long as I received the order, even if I were to die here, I couldnt back down. [T-Bone activates Ghosts Whisper.] [Undead obey the Death Knights call.] Cuckoo Cuckoo! The sky opened left and right. The space distorted and appeared innumerable undead monsters. In the meantime, they were the people that T-Bone had worked hard to create. Koooooo! Keeeh! Kreuk kreuk kreuk All with flying-type abilities. It was also a high-ranking speciesposed of at least Specter or Death Wyvern. T-Bone extended his sword down. A bleak aura spread along the firmament. Kill him. Starting with that, a huge number of Undead ran towards Ares. Its like watching the beginning of the end. It was overwhelmingly majestic enough to freeze the citizens who had fled in confusion. Ah Its over. A shadow fell on peoples faces. If you get caught up in a fight like that, you cant possibly survive. Wasnt he in a state where he couldnt even move a single step due to fear and shudder in the first ce? The only wish everyone could wish was to die as quickly and painlessly as possible. however. Keeeh! Kee! Kee! For some reason, several undead monsters stood in the way as if protecting people. At the same time, he gestured and even guided the escape route so as not to get involved in the battle. Why are the undead helping us? I dont know. Whats going on Does it matter now? For now, run away. If you get caught up in it, its the end! People hurriedly followed orders. It was a bonus to bow my head and say thank you. Right then. Wow! Ares counterattacked against the flying undead. With a single swing of the sword, dozens of undead were cut into pieces. Hahaha! What augh! Just because there were so many of them, did you know what would happen! It is impossible to even get close within a few tens of meters, let alone inflict a direct hit. The high-ranking Undead, created with great care, began to ughter before they could even do anything. shing The golden aura on the sword flickered. Keeeh! Keeck! When the holy power of the Blessing of Olympus was exerted, a terrible pang urred in the eyes of the undead. almost the same moment. Pants! The golden sun shone at the tip of Ares sword. Since you gave this body a taste of breath, I will present something simr to it. [Ares summons the sword of the god of war!] It doesnt reach Zeuss Astrape. However, even if it is notpared to that, the power is more than enough. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! A sliver of golden line ran in a straight line. Danger! T-Bone, riding the Bone Dragon, threw herself at Elise. The rest of the undead also tightly wrapped themselves around T-Bone and Elise. Kwaaang! A great shock followed. The undead outside were turned to dust. Koooooo! Bone Dragon was also mortally wounded. T-Bone was also not safe. Crunchy my left arm waspletely smashed. The feet that were supposed to help her bnce were also cracked here and there. Still, I managed to warm up. It would have been more fun if the bone dragon had been fullypleted, but they must have made it in a hurry, right? Moongrak. There was no time. Looks like it. Originally, a high-ranking species requires an investment of about a year, not a month or two. Ares passed T-Bone and approached Elise. Can not be done. T-Bone stretched out his one remaining hand. p! Even that hand was cut cleanly. Ugh Eris looked at Ares with bloodshot eyes. My whole body shuddered violently, but I couldnt resist more than that. I dont mind. Are you still resisting after all this has happened? Even Orpheus, who was blinded by love, would be unable to do this. I cant help it. Ares put the knife to Elises throat. It was to put an end to it perfectly. Boooooong! The knife is pointed up. This time, with just one light gesture, the head of Ataraxia would die. for a moment. However, before Ares could strike the sword, a third party intervened. He was the one who silently watched everything in a semi-transparent state. Ares flinched at the strong pressure he felt in his hand. strong. There was an authority that could not be denied beyond mere brute force. like a father No, maybe even heavier than my father. You Aress eyebrows curled in reverse. Its someone Ive met before. Ive been on a diet for 25 years. He was the one who nned everything, including Alice. Killing Alice is against the contract. I know that. However, if you are holding on so firmly, what can you say to me? Mental strength beyond limits. He is enduring everything with the single-minded determination not to harm Jinhyeok. Judging from numerous experiences, it was clear that no amount of torture would ever break his heart. it cant be helped. Its something I shouldnt have done in the first ce He sighed deeply after being on a diet for 25 years. Then he put his finger on Alices forehead. [I activate the operators special skill, Force Connection!] Discouragement! Pachichik! Blue sparks flew in all directions. Aaaaaagh! Aagh! Elise screamed at her throat. The suggestion in my head was so terrible that it blew away the reason I was barely maintaining. It has nothing to do with mental strength or willpower. It was an area where even the unconscious intervened. Stop giving up. Anyway, if you use this, the results are fixed. Laughdontdont. never do it never! Blood flowed from Alices mouth. A terrible thing. The words just came out of Ares mouth without realizing it. How many minutes did the forced essst? Elise finally lowered her head. It wasnt that he gave in, it was that he fainted. I will continue in a little while. Stop? Why? If you continue like this, you might die. Maybe next time it will be over. Everyone has limits. Its a matter of how much time and effort it takes to get there. But just then Moongrak. Moongrak. T-Bone giggled. An unpleasant cacophony of bones colliding with each other resounded in my ears. What is so fun about? bone. Thats bound to be funny. T-Bone pointed at the sky with his few remaining bones. The Master and I can share what we see and hear. It means that the chain of consciousness is connected due to the master-servant rtionship of the undead. and. The Master just arrived here. Simply put You are all dead. [Unique Holy Spear Remaining Moonlight C Another alter ego activated.] The moonlight shone through the night sky. And there was a person who should have been in the tower. *** In shared consciousness. Jinhyeok looked at the familiar world through his alter ego. There, with Alice, who is suffering from a broken contract. T-Bone is holding on with all his might. And I saw people who died in vain. Jinhyuks gaze moved to one side. You bastard! Ares is seen raging. With that, all exnations were sufficient. Took. light step. Jinhyeok, who narrowed the distance in an instant, dug into the gap between Ares. Seeing how defenseless he was, Ares let out a fuss as if he was dumbfounded. haha! Well, you havent experienced how great this bodys ability is yet. The core of the unique voice Lord of the Battlefield is street. The closer you are to yourself, the more your attack power and attack speed increase exponentially. Even if you are only within 10m, you are called a natural disaster. What can I say now that it is close enough that we can breathe? Ares swung his sword like lightning. however. Kwaaang! There was a clear hole in the de. does not make sense. Mysword is broken? No matter how roughly he controlled his magical power, he still had the power to damage the holy relic. I hadnt even heard of this. [Napoleons coronation is triggered!] Parts! In both hands of Jinhyeok, a familiar-looking weapon was clutched. Experience built up over countless hours of ying. The pride of seeing the top of the tower. And the ability of the heyday that supports it is reproduced. Dont think about dying easily. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Fire spewed from the muzzle. Chapter 562 Chapter 562. 34th floor, tough reinforcements (3) Chee-Ik! Acrid smoke rose. Ares nkly looked down at his abdomen. A clear hole. Absolute defense was pierced at a distance of less than 1m. The body that endured the breath with its bare body even before activating the unique holy spear just couldnt withstand a single bullet. Cool! Blood gushed out of his mouth. The body was greatly out of bnce and staggered. [Wounds heal quickly due to the effect of the unique holy spear!] [Healing power increases by 30% due to Blessing of Olympus!] The wound regenerated. Kuk! I was surprised, but not fatal. Ares, who came to his senses, concentrated his magical energy on his fingertips. The immediate pain itself is unfamiliar and unpleasant. But whats more nerve-wracking is that I felt fear because of only one human being. Poududeuk! that can never be admitted Not even the gods of other great powers. No matter how strong it is, against humans. Ill cut you down with a single knife! The de zed furiously, wriggling to devour its prey. It was the same sword strike that had mortally wounded T-Bone and the Bone Dragon before. He looked straight into Jinhyuks eyes. This is The knife aims at his neck. Unlike earlier, when it was shot in the form of a fighter, it is much fiercer now that it cuts with power intact in the de. However, Jinhyeok did not move from the spot. There is no need to avoid it. Because there was no need for that. Kaaaang! The tip of the pistol twisted the trajectory of the sword. It drains everything of the opponent with minimal force. Its literally a perfect timing counter. and almost simultaneously. p! The handgun held in the opposite hand touched Ares chin. Looking at it earlier, you seem to have quite a bit of resilience, but can you recover from a wound on your head? [Lv???? Dimension Bullet activates.] Taang! A bullet containing magic power was fired. Aagh! A beam of light prated his chin and even took away Ares right eye. There is no way you can stop it. First of all, this is not a bullet that can be blocked. Jinhyeok looked down at Ares who was struggling in pain. There wasnt even a hint of sympathy in it. colder than ice deeper than the deep sea. It only contains emotions about how to make the enemy who hurt the precious people suffer. Was it with this arm? The arm that cut T-Bone? Taang! !!!!???? Ares pupil, the one remaining, grew rapidly. A secondter, a terrible pain gnawed at the nerves throughout my body. Whoaaaagh! Its not just pain from piercing the flesh. In the ce where the bullet had passed, I felt a burning pain that was hard to imagine. Even the sacred power unique to Olympus was damaged. It is clear that it contains a curse that is hard to dare to guess. After that, you must have crawled all the way here with this leg. I heard that the gate in Korea waspletely destroyed, and the loss of life was considerable. Taang! Taang! one foot on each leg. I aimed right at the knee. bang! bang! bang! bang! Ares swallowed a scream and twisted his whole body. The words that I would rather kill were welling up in my throat. not there yet. This is just the beginning. Compared to the pain Alice went through, this was not even a ten thousandth of it. But just then cooong! The weight of the gun increased by several hundred times. Jinhyeok let go of the gun. Its not even heavy enough to hold with one hand. Kwaaang! The gun stuck in the floor pierced the stairs and fell down. Kwah Kwah Kwah Kwah! down further down. And it wasnt until I couldnt even hear the sound anymore that the fall stopped. Please put away the dangerous weapon for a while. I heard a voice right next to me. A unique sense of incongruity Its the same as when you meet an eagle owl or a coffin. This guy is one of the operators. okay. Besides Ares, there was another guy who bullied Elise. I am sorry about that. Well, you have to listen to that youngdy. The other hand holding the gun was strong. I wanted to rip off that face right away. but be patient Because I havent heard the answer I want to hear yet. Was it you guys who were kidding me? Why did you try to break the contract with Alice? Whoop whoop. Well, originally, there is no obligation to answer, but there is no point in hiding the fact that we are targeting Ellis anyway. 25 years shrugged. And I added an exnation as if it was not a big deal. Its simple. We just wanted to scout Mr. Ellis on our side. Although the recruiting method was a little drastic. What are you going to do with scouting? Dont you already notice that much even if I dont tell you? The fact that in order to hunt the most demanding predators, you must first acquire hunting tools optimized for them. okay. It must be because of only one thing that Alice is so hung up on. The reason why the rest of the operators fought with the eagle owl in the first ce. What you want to achieve through it. Its because everyone wants to get rid of me. The biggest stumbling block for them. The dead person who saw the top of the tower must be removed. Jinhyeok pointed the muzzle forward like lightning. Taang! A dimension-piercing bullet aimed at the operators heart. Did I really forget the fighting style of yer Kang Jin-hyuk? 25 years old smiled and waved his hand. [Operators unique authority status window adjustment is activated!] At that moment, the power of the bullets rapidly weakened. As if the ability itself was downgraded. When I first made the gun heavy, I thought it was about mass or gravity but it wasnt anything like that. Were you able to manipte the status window? The power to lower the level of ability itself. It is an ability that is different from the general gods. I wonder if an operator is an operator. You are quick to notice. youre right. Still, the name of the operator is that he doesnt have this level of ability? At the end of 25 years, a long ice spear appeared. [Abilities are upgraded.] [Abilities are upgraded.] [Abilities are upgraded] The coldness is getting worse. The shape of the ice spear also changed more colorfully over time. How is it? I dont think even you will be able to withstand this much. 25 years shrugged vigorously. Its a bonus to put on an expression like youre sure of victory. Even so, there was no significant change in Jinhyeoks expression. If you have watched me, you would know better than anyone else. Arrogant, yet natural. and all the same. Its not even close to that. Maniption of the status window and all that was definitely a surprising power. but. If only that was enough to ensure victory, it wouldnt have been soplicated in the first ce. whatever the conditions. Whatever the situation or variable. Because it was the deceased Jinhyeok who forced victory. Taang! The gun fired again. Dont you have the ability to learn? Same trick Twenty-five years tried to dampen the bullets power. However, Jinhyeok had already disappeared from his seat. chuck. Quaang! The act of reaching out. If you cant do that, there are many ways to deal with it. To manipte the status window, you must point your hand at the target. no matter how strong it is. If you dont give yourself a chance to use it, its of no use to anyone. Kaka Kaka Kakang! Jinhyeok frantically swung his two swords. Big! Twenty-five years had moved the spear with all its might. Then, he peeped at the timing to use his authority. of course. Jinhyeok, who knows what his opponent wants, has blocked the opportunity for 25 years to use his ability. chump chump chump! [The Coronation of Napoleon C A Midsummer Nights Memoir is activated!] A memory like a dream. The ability to recall the most powerful time was unfolded. Parts! Blue sparks ran rampant in all directions. [Hongryeons appearance changes.] [Barnards appearance changes.] The des of the two daggers split into hundreds. The sword, which had changed into the form of a in sword, danced dizzy. Aaaagh! 25 years screamed. Its not enough to take all those des with a single spear. Also predicting the trajectory. The use of the operators powers also did not go as nned. I have to get out of here for now. At least two or more operators have a chance of winning so that they can use the authority freely. Jinhyeoks ability far exceeded expectations. I didnt know it well when I was just watching, but now that I met as an enemy, I felt it. That the opponent is a monster beyond imagination. It was a time when I was looking for a way out rather than a direct response. now! The escape route was very faintly visible. If you are willing to sacrifice at least one arm, you will be able to get out of this position. Unfortunately, even that gap was designed by Jinhyeok. [Trait ability 7 bullets is activated!] 50th floor of the Tower of Trials. It is the same ability that defeated one of the primeval beings. A dazzling purple light zed along the muzzle. Wait a minute! Twenty-five years shouted more urgently than ever. Cuckoo Cuckoo Cuckoo! Another purple pir was created beside Signiel. *** same time. While the clones were fighting outside the tower, Jinhyeoks body was caught up in a game hosted by N. I think things will go well over there The problem is this way. A traditional Korean game, The Rose of Sharon has bloomed. In the normal version, all you have to do is stop and run well, avoiding the chasers eyes. However, on the 34th floor, a much higher level of difficulty was required. The hibiscus flower Papa pat! Its open! The speed at which he finishes his speech is less than one second. Sometimes slow, sometimes fast. The skill of stealing the timing was close to fraud. Besides, the more and more headaches I get when I think about the many games that followed. It was possible to break through somehow as long as you knew the strategy, but it took up too much time. At least Ive seen it before. It was best not to get involved in Ns game in the first ce. Ji Jin-hyeok! How am I supposed to do this? Theresa and Andrea struggled to keep their bnce. Especially for two people who are unfamiliar with this game, they have no choice but to have a hard time. damn it It would be nice if there was another way at this time. Just then when I thought so. The rose of Sharon is Huh? Pachachachang! The barrier governing the octopus game was broken. The one who appeared through the broken fragments was the Sword Saint holding a sword. It was heavenly nature. Yoosung! Jinhyuk shouted happily. As expected, the leech is the most reliable at times like this. Someone had a hard time dealing with the Guardians, but you are ying a good game. What I just said is aplete cancetion. Anyway, even if I try to look good, I always hit the candle. Hee-ik my yground who are you I dont know. Get out of here. Ns main ability is fantasy materialization. Since the bodys ability itself was weak, it was not possible to receive the sword of Cheon Yoo-seong, which was loaded with sword steel. N scrambled to escape. Awesome! Then, Chun Yoo-seong swung his sword at N, whose back was clearly visible. Im sorry. The divided bodies fell in different directions. like that. [The game is forcibly terminated.] The view along with the blue status window has returned to normal. Chapter 563 Chapter 563. Floor 34, gritty reinforcements (4) Panic. There could be no more appropriate expression to describe the current situation. To that extent, the war broke everyones expectations and was rushing along. How did this happen! Zeus rose from his seat. unbearable rage. Kururu Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! The lightning around them shook mercilessly. . . The gods gently bit their lips. All of the cards prepared so far are the kind that catches the opponent off guard. But everything I put my heart and soul into was being destroyed. Ares of course, I thought that he would be defeated too. Securing Elise has also failed. All attempts to stop Cronus are not working . It was the moment when delusions that were supposed to be nothing but streets became reality. Besides, the troublesome things didnt end here. [Currently, Odins Eye is activated around Olympus, the stronghold.] Northern Europes greatest high-ranking god, Odin .His main specialty, his eyes , was preventing him from grasping the movement of the North Europeans. He had difficulties in information warfare, which is one of the most important factors in a war . Hercules is locked in a one-on-one fight with Thor. Athenas main force struggles against the elites of the Ancient Corps. The situation is not good. More than I thought. Hermes is careful . Ill ask Demeter and Aphrodite to put pressure on Uriel once again . Even on the Cheonsei side A situation where it is impossible to break through with ones own power. Now all that remains is to rely on external power. Eden has already turned its back. They donte back. I dont know what Kang Jin-hyeok did, but he must have shaken the heart of that upright Archangel. Just then, the yellow gate opened in front of Zeus. One of the gods of the world appeared, Ganesha in the shape of an elephant . This ispletely the atmosphere of a mourning house. Ganesha made a fuss at the sound of explosions and screamsing from all over the ce. The expressions of the Olympus gods became stern at the attitude as if they were watching a war in someone elses house. It was momentum . A voice that sank heavily. Ganesha flinched slightly at the question, which contained the anger of the supreme god, Hahaha, who would havee all the way to buy medicine? Im just here to let you know that were not just watching from behind. Youre too well for anything like that. Were literally bleeding. Losing nearly half of the power. Even so, the Titans couldnt be stopped. At this rate, Olympus itself might disappear. And of course, If we lose, dont forget that its your turn next. Even Cheonsei, who has solidly built up his forces in the upper echelons, will not be able to withstand the onught alone. Cheonsei, who has already boarded a boat, will also be attacked by the Goinmul Corporation and the rest of the allied forces . Dont you know? So lets use our brains to get out of this troublesome situation. Something like that. Is there some sharp way? Isnt the reason the situation hase to this point because they have a tight grip on the initiative? All these troubles came about because we lost the right to y first. If we can get it back and make the game the way we want it to be. The situation will be much morefortable. Youre not doing this because you dont know what it is. If we find out why Uriel is not moving. And if we know how to steal the opponents flow. Then, would you be a little interested? A subtle change urred in Zeuss face. He suggested something that could solve all of the biggest worries? Surely The anger disappeared like snow before he knew it . I will. There was even a gentle smile on his lips. ??? Parts! Patter. Broken barrier. N lost his life. Members of the Goinmul Corporation walked out unscathed. Cheon Yoo-seong . Athena quietly muttered at the name. Among the forces on the 34th floor, N was the one with the most heterogeneous and powerful ability. Its only weakness was outside intervention, so it was thoroughly protected . It was a few steps above this information, at least hero level, maybe on the same level as a great hero or a minor god . this body. It hurts! And a green monster with a hole in its chest. Cool! Kuk A swordsman wielding a greatswordrger than his body with a prosthetic arm in one hand was also down. Besides that, countless other races with blue skin were also knocked down. All of them were the result of not being able to stop Cheon Yu-seong. . Khahaha! Indeed, the colleagues who came with me are also quite good. Those girls are pretty picky, after all. Okay. With this momentum, push forward at once! Kill them all! The Titans momentum also rose to a higher level. Kung! Kukukuku ! Kwaaaang ! They collided head-on. The death struggle between therge-scale monsters created a tremendous sight in itself. Trees were bent like millet cans. The createdndslide changed everything in front of her eyes. Athena twitched her eyebrows. Youre annoying. I cant believe this. I didnt expect the wall to break through. The situation has be a confrontation between pure strength and power. Fortunately, most of the main power of the 34th floor has been captured. The 34th floors semi-boss level Plumber Brothers . The space knights used were also formidable. In addition to that, the residents who were active in various dimensions and built their own myths radiated fierce spection . Looking at those enemies, Chun Yu-seong clicked his tongue. I cant name each one, but they were full of difficult ones to deal with. It makes me think that what Ive dealt with so far is just a warm -up . With the long roar of the kaiju, the second act of the war began. Kung! Kung! Kung! Kung! Therge-scale monsters immediately dug into the sides of the Titans . Its been a while since Ive seen someone bigger than me. Okay. Ill deal with you! Kronos is with us! The titans, armed with axes and swords, aimed at the vital points of the Kaiju. Fuuk! Sookkuk! Green blood sttered and the flesh was cut into chunks. Nevertheless, therge species with their enormous size did not back down easily. On the contrary, they showed even more anger . .And in the meantime, some shadows moved quickly. Tuk! me! The boss-level residents of the 34th floor were aiming for the members of the Dead Man Corporation. Its the Titans anyway, so its a natural disaster, so rather than that, its their intention to cut down the potential core force. Ive heard a lot of stories. I wonder if its really as strong as the rumors. We are also the strongest in the world. If we look at it lightly, our noses will get hurt. Red and green clothes. Contrary to the familiar image, the words he uttered were chilly. [The plumber brothers summon Shinsu C Tongue Dragon!] Kyao! A round-looking dragon with green skin appeared. Like a chameleon, it is a divine beast with the ability to evolve into something suitable for its characteristics after absorbing the target. Thats a bit annoying Its okay if you absorb the weak ones. Problem When he eats things he shouldnt have eaten. If the damn plumber brothers find that, things will be veryplicated. Jinhyeok frowned. We have to deal with it at the moment when we havent eaten anything yet. Two sacks . A dark red aura formed on the dagger. Sensing the danger, the dragon spat out his tongue. Chow ah! If it touches it, the effects of capture and paralysis will be activated immediately. Jin-hyeok moved half a step back. The tongue moved to his side . It just brushed past. But.. The tongue, which had been stretching out in a straight line, twisted strangely in a circle. Unusual sticity. The bouncing red flesh It s a terrible carpet bombing thats hard to believe that its only three people doing it. But. [Cheonma Singong C Kimun Disguise is activated!] When the ability was activated, Jinhyeoks movementspletely changed . ! Kwaaang! No matter how much we attack, its useless. As if dealing with a ghost, the plumber and dragons attack split the air. What kind of guy The more he gets feverish and flustered, the simpler the attack. Unlike the plumbers, who work hard to kill more and more, Jinhyeok, who has fully grasped the pattern, finds hisposure. Once. Bounce the floor and let go of the tongue that came in. Twice I cut off the green shell that aimed at my back. Finally, I evaded an attack from above that was loaded with a lot of weight . Jinhyeok aimed for the neck of the plumber who was empty. But just then, a huge ax shed in front of his eyes. Kaaang! Jinhyeok reflexively turned the axes trajectory . It rang. Oh. You blocked this? A muscr body that would not be scratched even when stabbed with a knife. I could feel immeasurable dignity on the face of umted experience and years. Jinmyeong, which means ve, is the great chieftain of the Orcs, who is regarded as the greatest among all existing dimensions. Its very hectic with all kinds of heroes crawling out. At this point, it would be morefortable to deal with the gods of Olympus all at once . Whoop The distinctive breathing sound is annoying. The red beam of light gnawed at the air and burned even more fiercely. Other than that, I saw heroes from a ce where countless championspeted, and guys from the world of expensive watches. Dealing with them all at once wont be easy. so that. that buck I guess the numbers are right. I think well have to deal with two or three each. huh. I will do my best too! It is thew of the colleagues next to you to shine. Chun Yoo-seong, Teresa, and Andrea stood next to Jin-hyeok. and the same time. Ah Elises eyes outside the tower opened softly. As if looking for something. The red pupil looked around. Chapter 564 Chapter 564. A rising star, a falling force (1) The red eyes shake gently. Ah A short sigh escaped Elises mouth. My mind was clouded, as if I had just woken up from a long nightmare. It feels like wandering through a fog. but. A very familiar and precious person stood in front of me. Contractor.. Can youe to your senses? Jinhyeok looked at Alice with warm eyes. It hasnt been that long since we broke up, but I miss you so much. I no longer felt thirsty. Alice unconsciously reached out and wrapped her arms around Jinhyeoks shoulders. Yeah He said so sincerely. It was really good. It was so painful and embarrassing, but now everything really is fine. Because the nightmare is over. Right then. Keuugh. Twenty-five years staggered to their feet in the rubble. Gumboran sparks rising from the whole body. The wound has not healed, as it must have been a huge blow. A clone of himself I never thought I would suffer such great damage. Also, monsters are monsters. But if you use the coronation like this, it will be a headache afterward? Can you afford it? Twenty-five years pointed to the badly damaged painting. That is true too. No matter how much I stir-fry Orun, I cant restore a damaged painting like that. There are things in the world that cannot be done through threats. You dont need to worry about that. You will die here. Jinhyeok put the gun to 25 years olds forehead. The principals also had a great obsession with life, but the operator must be on a different level from him. 25 years ago, when I faced death, my attitude changed 180 degrees. If you kill me, you wont know how were going to move. But if you save me I dont need it. p! The irond goes up. Obviously, saving 25 years would do more good than harm. It was even more disturbing that the guy who had yed this prank was breathing. furthermore. [Copy condition: The operator is the one who exists at the top of the Tower of Trials. If you have such an operator use his own unique ability and then subdue or eliminate him, you will be able to copy his abilities. (However, the use of abilities may be significantly restricted due to system limitations.)] Opportunity to copy the operators abilities. Although there is a condition that restrictions apply, this alone is worth more than information. The 25 years of seeing Jinhyeoks eyes swallowed dry saliva. He realized that he would not ept any terms of appeasement. Kuaaa! With a scream, he stretches his hands forward. The power to control the systems stats should still remain. If you seed, you can live. but. Jinhyeok had already understood that intention. Half a beat faster than 25 years moving. The runes on the floor emit dazzling light. [The 10-star barrier Binding of Rune Words is activated!] What what? Blue lights shimmered and strangled the whole body of 25 years. A confrontation system with the characteristic that the stronger the mana, the higher the binding force. Thanks to squeezing out all the remaining power, the power of the barrier also became stronger than expected. It doesnt go beyond my expectations until the end. If I had used it to escape, I would have been able to live with the loss of a limb. A character who cant tolerate the wounds on his body while hurting others as much as he wants. Thats why 25 years will die here. Wait! I still! Before he could finish his words, the muzzle fired. Taaang! A ray of light pierced 25 years head. Euuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu A wind hole the size of a fist. Even so, it doesnt die in one hit. Indeed, it was a tough vitality that made me think that an operator was an operator. Taang! Taang! Tatada dadang! Purple shes flickered continuously. Kuaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa My 25-year-old body was shaking like crazy. Terrible pain pierced his whole body, but he couldnt die easily thanks to his tough life and regenerative power. Just kill me Stop it, you rotten bastard! 25 years ago, I screamed because my throat was breaking. ??? How long did itst? Finally, the body of 25 years disappeared beyond recognition. The Tower of Trials is the disappearance of one of the operators who have built numerous myths while floating around the world. at the same time. Tring! Tring! Tring! [Level up!] [Level up!] [Level up!] [Level up!] [Level up!] [Level up] [up! ] The status window that goes up countless times more than ever. Its the first time Ive heard so many beeps since reaching triple digits. Even in the ce where 25 years had died, there were items I had never seen before. Thats The ice spear he used. Likewise, it was a ring with an unfamiliar pattern engraved on it. Item identification is important. But first before that. Whoops! Jinhyeok activated his personal status window. Name: Jinhyeok Kang Gender: Male Level: 281 Strength 119 Agility 131 Stamina 148 Horsepower 589 Interval 100 Luck 10 Adaptive 78 Spirit 237.55 Possessed Stat Points: 93 Possessed Coin: 20554579 upation: Ruler of Runes Unique Lance: Ring of Reverse Heaven Phase 2 8 Swamps White Night Final Genesis Down Fall re Eclipse. The Last Meister, Iron Lotus Flower, ke, Whispers of the Moon, Remaining Moonlight. Inherent abilities: Fusion, Grave of Swords, Blessing of the Stars, Judgment of Anubis, Blood Magic, Mand, 1 Second Invincibility, Thousand Poison), White Beast, All Worlds, Sanctuary of the Sun, Dark Heaven Demon Emperor, Triple Magic, Colossus Strike, Fire Dragons Breath, High-Speed Sword(ل) Right Hand of Tombgrave Berserker Realm of Wind Shadow Massacre The me of the Beginning Blood Explosion ck Tears Tombgraves Bridge Superpower God, The Core of the Legion, Ancient Barrier, Heavenly Demon God, Mentra Taming, Nihilism, Destruction of All Poison, Red Earth RidingR) Machine Lord Geukjin Taekwondo The Oath of the Dreamer The Will of the Ocean Current The Apostates Golden Apple Eating Growth The Hand of the Submissive Earthquake Acid Feeler. Poison Road. Kaska Diav System Maniption (Limited) skill: The content of the skill is too many, so it is converted to a folded state. 31 levels! Even the newly umted stats alone are 93 stats. Of course, the thing that made my heart race the most was the newly acquired ability. pounding! pounding! pounding! My heart was beating uncontrobly fast. Unlike the abilities I have known so far, I have obtained something in apletely new realm of course, I cant help but get excited about it like crazy. [System Operation] Obtain Difficulty: Impossible Details: You can manipte the status window of the target your hand is facing. The range that can be manipted depends on the proficiency of the person who has the ability, and if it causes a contradiction with the system, it can cause serious damage to the user. Just by reading the contents, you are convinced. That I had obtained something beyondmon sense. I finally got a card that can surpass the 50th floor and the rest of the operators. This is the moment when we have secured the ability to develop sustainably, not one-off. Needless to say, there was a lot of luck in this case. The reason was Napoleons Coronation, which was restored just in time, and the opponents negligence, which arbitrarily defined the limits of this side. If I hadnt used the two properly, I might have been beaten. I have to finish the distribution of stats. In order to utilize the newly acquired ability, all stats must be poured into magic. [Magic power increases from 589 to 682!] Ugh! Dark magic that spreads along the whole body. It was clearly felt that arge amount of mana had been raised all at once. I can increase the number of clones made from residual moonlight. Alternatively, instead of reducing the number, it was possible to further increase the perfection of each clone body. then where Would you like to try out your newly acquired abilities? [Trait System Maniption is activated!] [Selection is Napoleons Coronation. Severely damaged parts will be restored to a certain extent!] As magical energy is condensed, the status window of items that have beenpletely messed up has changed. [The degree of damage has been changed from F (cannot be used) to D (can be used once)!] Great However, the recoil was considerable. Even though I raised my mana to this level, I felt tremendous pressure to activate my ability. Blood dripping down your nose. The blood vessels swelled up like they were about to burst. It felt as if my heart would explode if I manipted the state even more severely. Still, it was worth taking this much damage. I haventpletely solved it yet. At least it will be sealed for a while. Next Jinhyeoks gaze turned to the two items on the floor. Parts! A chill that can be felt from afar. Even though he protected his body with cial molding, it was unusual. As the distance got closer, Eye of Gluttony was activated. [Window of the Frost Spirit] Acquisition Difficulty: Unmeasurable Damage: Durability: Infinity Description: You can use the power of absolute zero and automatically upgrade your ice attribute abilities to the highest level. [Ring of the Frost Spirit] Difficulty to obtain: Impossible to measure Durability: Infinite Description: When the Tower of Trials was first created, the absolute Frost Spirit ruled the tower at the time. Her holy relic, the ring, has the effect of increasing resistance to mental attacks to the maximum and affinity for the five elements to the maximum. Amazing, Great. Jinhyuk almost stopped breathing for a moment. His attack power was also higher than that of Balmung, but his ability to handle the power of absolute zero was also close to fraud. Furthermore, the Ring of the Frost Spirit is an artifact specialized for the Spirit type. If you have this, it will be the best shield against mental attacks on the 50th floor. But the luckiest thing among them is Took. Jinhyeok silently ced his hand on Alices silver hair. lol. An immature queen with a happy face without knowing the world. It is that he protected a preciousrade who could not be changed even after giving all his abilities and items. Ellis. huh. Why? We will be finishing the war, so we are resting here. Even if its okay right now, you shouldnt overdo it as long as the contract is terminated. Ah thats right. The contract between Jim and the contractor was broken. Alices expression darkened rapidly. Its like I still dont feel that way. He stretched his fingers open and closed. But it was only for a moment. Okay. what? Jim saw it on the Inte a while ago and he knows how to sign another contract. What is this again? The contract is no joke. What are you going to do with what you saw on the inte? Ifthe man and the woman share magic magic Alice stammered, blushing. I just made up my mind at those words. From now on, we must not even touch modern civilization. But the important thing right now was to run away from Alice, who had already let go of the strings of reason. Residual moonlight release. Stop the residual moonlight! Remaining moonlight stop!!! Chapter 565 Chapter 565. A rising star, a falling force (2) This is ridiculous Ares shook all over. Its an overwhelming level that even a human cant even imagine. The power to crush opponents surpassed that of Zeus, even for an instant. The sight he saw a moment ago will not be forgotten until he dies. An outrageous monster hase out. The one called 25 years was also a monster. With bizarre abilities that I have never seen before. I felt the same texture as those living on the 50th floor. however. The monster was eaten by another monster. A predator with a perfectly hierarchical rtionship. At least as far as he knew, he did not know of an existence that could catch Kang Jin-hyeok. Whoops! Ares healed the wound. really minimal. Just enough to use thest trump card. [Ares activates his unique ability Honorable Rout!] thats it! The god of wars main specialty is running away, not fighting. Since the Trojan War, it has specialized in avoiding the body. It means that you can get out of this ce as long as you throw away your pride. The red lines stretched all the way to where the Tower of Trials was. [You be immune to all attacks from your opponent while Honorable Rout is in effect.] In fact, I saved my life several times using this ability in several life-threatening battles. Up to this point, everything had been perfect. Just one thing. Jinhyuk and the existence of this ability. Except for the fact that he knew that Ares had the personality to let go of his pride. Fu-wook! Just before the ability was activated, the spear of the frost spirit pierced Ares hind leg. [Rage of the Frost Spirit C Absolute Zero is activated!] Damn it! Aaaaaagh! A great chill hit. Ares, who had a hole in his leg, screamed. I never thought Id aim for the moment right before my ability fully activates. The swear words came out of my selffort. But it was toote to regret it. It was because Jinhyeok, who had already grabbed the spear, was right in front of him. As expected, the effect is amazing. Jinhyeok fiddled with the spear handle. The weight and feel of the spear fit naturally in my hand, like an old weapon that I had used for a long time. Above all, I liked Ares attack power even more than Balmungs. Well, this is because the attack power is close to 450,000. To be exact, it is 449,800. It is almost 130,000 higher than Balmung, which reaches 320,000. Unless you are a Godhead specialized in defense to the extreme, you wouldnt even dare to think of stopping it. Jinhyeoks eyes moved to Ares. Uuuuuuuuuuuuuu It was easy to kill Ares, who had already lost his will to fight. It was because I was in such a desperate state that I didnt even notice that the coronation was gone. However, instead of giving strength to the spear, Jinhyeok pulled it out. Push shook! A stream of blood gushed out of his leg and immediately froze. vacancy for a while. Ares looked at Jinhyeok and Chang as if he couldnt understand. Then he came to his senses andpleted his unique ability in an instant. Ha ha ha! Im like an idiot! It is impossible to kill me now! Whoops! Ares figure disappeared in the blink of an eye along the red line. Anyway, the one who runs away is the one who is the one who is the one who is the one who is the one who is the one who is the one who is the one who is the one who is the one who is the one who is the one who is the one Its bulky, and it flies around like a swallow full of water. Can I send it as is? He must be the one in charge of the enemysrge forces. Alice tilted her head. Given Jinhyeoks personality, it didnt make sense to say that he sent him away obediently. Well, it seems like they really want to go home It is natural to let them go if they are that desperate. And on this side as well, I hope that Ares can safely reach Olympus. It was a courier from a very precious recipient with a wonderful gift. timely. [Residual Moonlight has been canceled.] The alter ego began to slowly disappear. Now you can rx and look around. Jinhyuk quietly closed his eyes. *** In shared consciousness. Jinhyeok, who was fighting a fierce battle with the beings on the 34th floor, was delighted. This is because the alter ego outside the tower performed well beyond its own role. Wow! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Damn it. Its hard to die, so why are youughing so much? Chun Yoo-seong had a blood clot in his neck. After trying to deal with three space warriors wielding lightsabers of different colors, there was no body left. Wheein! chump chump chump Kwaaaang! before and after. The warriors, whose movements seemed to be measured with a ruler, were difficult enough to curse. In particr, the ck head, who was wearing an oxygen mask while saying Huh-uh-uh-uh, was one step different. [Trait Song of the Sword is activated!] [Trait Death Star is activated!] A giantary fortress appeared overhead. The mask receiving that support was a formidable enemy. No matter how low it is, it is more than the top master of Murim or the grand sword master of the empire. Wheein! Bang! Lasers and various bombs devastated the ground. Hands to us! Broken sword In addition, there was no time to catch your breath because heroes and protagonists of many other dimensions were rampaging. master of swordsmanship. The wind raged in a storm. Kakakakang! Chun Yuseong deflected the sword attack with all his might. He shed the bomb, turned thesers trajectory, and hit the wind. Kuk! All of them are formidable! [Teresa activates LV30 Holy Fire!] A dazzling golden cross falling from the sky. [Andria activates her unique ability Fox Fire!] The nine-tailed foxs red balls of fire blocked the enemys advance. The situation is not so rosy. Everyone hase together in countless battles, so they can endure this much. In the meantime, since Jinhyeok is smirking alone, of course he has no choice but to look pretty. But what? I cant help butugh at whats about to happen. Ten seconds Nine seconds. shit. This is not the time to y countdown! Whether or not Cheon Yoo-seong screamed, Jin-hyeok looked up at the sky and counted slowly. Three seconds two seconds. and 1 second. Ding! At the same time as he snapped his fingers, a muscr deity appeared in the air. Hahaha! Arrived safely did huh? W This isnt where my father is Ares expression, which was crying out for joy, quickly darkened. A unique ability that has never been mistaken for a destination. But that perfection was broken for the first time. Of course, now is the most dangerous time. There is only one variable that can be considered. thump! Ice powder was still flying from the wound on his leg. No way the thought crossed my mind. Under the same moment, I saw Jinhyeok smiling evilly. You bastard! What are you kidding me with? You didnt run away because you were proud, I let you run away on purpose. The curse of absolute zero did not disappear just because the spear was pulled out. Rather, it is just waiting for the time to fully bloom with a time gap. [The Curse of the Frost Spirit, The Lost Age is activated!] Damn it! A stream of ice spread from Ares body and swept the battlefield. Koooooo? Goooh! Therge-scale residents who were the first to be caught up first. The biggest mistake was that I was slow to react because I was fighting the titans in hand-to-handbat. The moment the ice powder touched it, the entire body froze. It is an outrageous wide-area freeze thatpletely breaksmon sense. This is? what? A beatter, the rest of the residents made their gship. I realized that the ice dust spreading now is more dangerous than I imagined. Avoid everyone! In spite of its small stature, it should be equipped with mobility and escape. Each of them quickly jumped and tried to get out of the range of their abilities. Hey. Its a lot of fun, but where are you going? Of course, Jinhyeok wasnt going to watch that. The amount of horsepower that has increased significantly over the course of 25 years. Now, not only can you activate multiple unique holy spears in session, but you can also use more than 5 to 7 unique abilities at once. [The unique ability Earth Quake is activated!] Kurrureung! As the ground shook violently, runners lost their bnce and stumbled or fell. Aaaagh! Quaaaaagh! The cost of missing the timing was severe. My whole body has be trapped in a pir of ice. Even so, those with the ability to fly managed to get out of the way. That is until another ability is activated. [Trait ability Submissive Grasp is activated!] The long hand caught the flying ones and threw them into the ice powder. Kyaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah! The winged fairy from the fairy tale became an ice doll. The princess from Winter Kingdom also became a piece of ice along with the song. finally. Roaring! A wall of poison and mespletely surrounded the surroundings by mixing Kaska Diav and Destroyed Poison. There is no escape route with this. The hellish chasing continues until everything freezes. no. Please stop! We lost. surrender Surrender! Its already toote. Choose your side well from now on. As long as it bes reality, there will be no next time. Jinhyeok waved lightly at the residents. The annihtion of the upants of the 34th floor. And Ares, who was cursed by the Frost Spirit, also turned into a pir of ice. Its not killing, its more like sealing, but its not bad at all. Since the enemys conversion card was destroyed, the victory was almost secured. *** The other side away from the battlefield. The area where Eden was based was empty except for a few angels. While everyone was preupied with the war between Olympus and Northern Europe, the main unit secretly entered the Pandemonium. Uriels famously fierce guards waited for orders holding spears and swords. Uriel, who had been silent, spoke for the first time. What about the driveway? The best route to enter the demon kings territory. I soon found out where it was. There is not much movement yet. Beriel said he would move first to create a gap, but its too quiet. Is this really right? I thought it would be better to maintain an alliance with Olympus and Cheonsei, but The angels who were with him gave their opinions one by one. Tamd-L Gerrit-L Rive-L. All of them were the elite among the elite who had experience in fighting against the demon lords. Dont worry. Because this is the right way. If Jinhyeok can get his hands on the demon kings territory as he promised. Even if Olympus and Cheonsei hit the back of the head, it was a much more surplus deal. But just then An unexpected change urred in Uriels formation. Uriel-nim! Urgent screams followed. Right now! I think you shoulde here right now! The face of the angel who gave the report was contorted in astonishment. Chapter 566 Chapter 566. Rising Star, Falling Force (3) Jerebuck. The one who appeared among the angels was a high-ranking demon with long horns. At least a divisionmander or an aristocratic level equivalent to a count. He said he had toe right away, so I asked what was going on. To think that Gan was a demon who came out of the boat. Where do you dare toe here to put your filthy body in? The angels eyebrows curled in reverse. No matter how high-ranking the demons are, there is only one opponent. I couldnt deal with this many angels. At the thought of splitting the body in half with a single sword and annihting it, the divine power fluctuated violently. But just then Whoops. Everyone just dont look at me so hatefully. I didnte naked, but I brought a great story in my own way. The demon raised both hands up and smiled brightly. The only thing I can talk about with you is with a knife. Tamdel held the burning spear high. [The Window of Destruction opens!] [Attack power against demons increases by 30%!] Awesome! Hot mes spread out in all directions. Even if Ive been representing Diablo-sama? !? At the demons words, Tamd-Els movements stopped. If its Diablo its the demon king who decided to attack from Beriels side. Come to think of it. The pattern on the demons shoulder symbolized Diablo. It is said that he is undoubtedly one of his blood rtives. Tamdel looked at Uriel. How on earth did the Diablo side know in advance that they would be attacked? Even knowing that fact, why did you send an envoy instead ofunching an ambush or making preparations? Whatever it was, there were good reasons not to attack right now. Tell me. Uriel nodded towards the demon. My name is Azazel. One of the Demons who serve Diablo. The reason I came here is to suggest that instead of holding hands with Beriel, we should join hands. I knew it. The ominous predictions came true. Damn it. Information leaked. Did Olympus or Cheonsei notice it? Then did I tell you this? yes. youre right. They contacted us from there. And, of course, as you know, it would be much better for you to stay with us now that things have turned out this way. Its a natural story. If there is only one purpose. Of course, wouldnt it be advantageous to hit the naive side who knows nothing? Besides, if you join hands with Diablo, you dont have to pretend to Cheonsei and Olympus. It was also a bonus to be able to give a shot to thete Inmul Corporation, who had been hated from the beginning. Uriel dropped the mace he was holding onto the floor. It was obvious that I didnt have topare it on the scale. Because its already tiltedpletely to one side. I hit Beriels side. Thats the surest way. You made a wise decision. Then I will guide you on the way to his manor. Azazel bowed deeply. at the same time. Whoops! [The base Pandemoniums special field skill, Trouble of Chaos is canceled.] The side of the angels began to crumble. !? It was a barrier so perfect that even Uriel wouldnt notice. What appeared was arge army of demons numbering in the tens of thousands. All of them were elite members belonging to Diablo. bouncer. Were you going to attack us right away if we refused? It was just in case insurance. And at this level, wouldnt Uriel-sama think its worth joining hands with us? Azazel shrugged. You keep spouting arrogant words. But that is not wrong either. With that, the temporary alliance between the demon realm and Eden was concluded. *** The upants of the 34th floor were smashed and Athena managed to get out of the house. Over 90% of the forces that initially tried to stop the Titans and the Dead Man Corporation were lost. Among the rest of the residents, only the warchief of Hodo and the orcs who followed him were the only surviving mid-bosses. Its going smoothly. Cronus smiled contentedly. Sooner orter you will see where Zeus is. The conquest of Olympus, which he had dreamed of, was not far off. Jinhyuk also optimistically judged the situation. As long as all the cards of conversion prepared by the opponent were destroyed, there were no variables left to reverse the situation. The biggest thing was protecting Alice and blocking the 34th floor. To be honest, when the contract was terminated, the conversation was chilly. Because it was stabbing the most painful part of this side. Still, it perfectly passed all the hurdles. Hercules, thest variable, was doing his best to stop Thor and Northern Europe. Now all he had to do was focus on the final battle with Zeus and the rest of the gods. however. thump! A sharp pain surged through his right corbone. This is Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. Because I knew what pain meant. Its a tattoo that Beriel whined about asking to be her ck apostle, so he got it as a token of an alliance instead. The tattoos, which were abination of Makainguage and runenguage, were supposed to react only when a fatal danger urred to each other. In an instant, several cases came to mind. The worst of them hit me in the back of the head. Could it be that Olympus and Cheonsei noticed it? Other than that it makes no sense. He must have noticed why Uriel was wasting time. [The barrier Traceers Ring is activated!] [The skill Chasers Desire is activated!] I had ced the tracking magic on Uriels side just in case. Magical power fluctuated, and the blue powder formed letters and numbers. [The objects current position is 212 36 369 in Pandemonium coordinates.] Damn it. Jinhyuks expression crumpled. It was because those coordinates were in the middle of Beriels territory. *** Unexpected situations in wars will continue to explode. The difference between a goodmander and a badmander is how quickly the variables that ur. And how to deal with it effectively. [Video connection has been established.] Kukukuku kwaaang! Aaaagh! Quaaaaagh! Koooooo! Screams echoed here and there and smoky mes. It seems that the bloody smell is transmitted even beyond the video. In Beriels territory, troops and troops beyond imagination were engaged in an all-out war. You contacted me at the wrong time. When I asked him toe y, he didnt even show his nose. Are you going toe and say hello to the New Year? I saw a haggard-looking Beriel. His condition seemed serious, as if he had been hit by divine power. Even with the demon kings regenerative ability, he suffered a wound that was difficult to handle. sorry. I was going to warn you, but it was toote. The allied forces took advantage of surprise first. And the cost was irreparably painful. Can you hold on? Jinhyeok opened his mouth heavily. It wont be easy. I got hit too hard in the first surprise attack. In a short period of time, the territory has grown toorge, and I am not familiar with it, and it seems that there is a Diablo side inside. More than anything else, the failure was not expecting the angels toe. Even at this moment, Uriels angels swept over the walls. Diablos gship, Hell Wolf, was also extremely demanding. I have to go help. However, if you leave your seat at this time, you will give Olympus time to reorganize. They must have known that and were aiming for Beriel. Because I knew I wouldnt give up easily. In the end, it bes a story that we need to divide support appropriately. On a scalerge enough to protect Beriels territory while maintaining enough power to wage war against Olympus. If I make a mistake, I could lose both sides. Jinhyuk swallowed dry saliva. Grains in a rapidly falling hourss. Now you have to make a decision. *** [Uriel Lv??? Activates Holy Smite!] Uhhhh Kuckuckuckuckuck! The indescribable light on the mace exploded toward a point. From the sky to the ground. Kwa Kwa Kwa Aang! The storm turned everything to dust. Power beyond imagination. A crater that looked like a meteorite had fallen in the ce where the mace had hit. You are hot too. This is why everyone seems to be at a distance of divine power and divine power. Its to the point where I even think that it wouldnt be bad if I had at least one religion. Azazel pped. Dont kill me. Because thats more annoying. More than that, where the hell is Beriel? The fight will end only when the enemys head is cut off. But for some reason, Beriel was nowhere to be seen. After fighting once when they first invaded the territory, theypletely shunned and disappeared. Due to his personality, there is no way he just throws away his subordinates as consumables. that it is Are they waiting for support? Beriel and Jinhyeok are in an alliance, so maybe they are pinning their hopes on that part. I know what youre worried about, but it wont happen. Kang Jin-hyeok will not be able to step out of the current war against Olympus. We were aware of all of that, so we can say that this operation is perfect. Even if the guys under him are strong, its not enough to turn the situation around. The only threat is Elise I heard that she suffered major injuries in Hyundai and is unable to move, at least for the time being. It means there is nothing left to fear. But at that very moment. Whoops! A red gate appeared in the middle of Beriels territory. Unusual magic power swirled around. Keuuugh There! Look up there! Beriels soldiers, who were being pushed back, raised their heads. Beriel. This is the moment when the Demon King, who is in charge of one axis of the Demon Realm, is manifested. The rampage ends here. Beriel looked down with an arrogant expression. You ran away and finally came out. This time, I will definitely crush your head. Azazel and Uriel spewed spection. The long-awaited prey appeared. However, the smiles of the angels and demons did notst long. You How It was because the person who appeared next to Beriel was the type to catch herpletely off guard. Alice von Ataraxia. Jinjo, who must have exhausted all of his mana and was recovering, was with him. It is iprehensible. The scars and trauma Ares left behind were the kind that couldnt be resolved in such a short period of time. However, there was one fact that the two did not know. The fact that one of Jinhyeoks newly copied abilities is the ability to manipte the status window. Hey, horned demon king. The cost of moving luggage is expensive. Do you know? Hmm. Can we provide all the desserts that exist in Pandemonium by type? Coincidentally, our cook is one of the best friends in the entire tower. Beriel shrugged. Puhahaha! Im thinking of conciliating the head of Ataraxia with just that I allow it. Alice nodded her head in satisfaction. Chapter 567 Chapter 567. A rising star, a falling force (4) Kukukukuku! The strongest Jinjo who once terrorized the entire Tower of Trials. Speaking of Alice von Ataraxia, there was no one who didnt know the name. Uriel gave off a dejected expression. Isnt it not enough to have recovered ones mana to have reached its prime? What the hell did you do to make that possible? Question after question asked the tail, but its a meaningless story anyway. In reality, Alice haspletely returned. This side must risk their lives to stop that monster from now on. [Ellis activates her unique ability, Blood Road!] A different level of magic surged. As the drops of blood gathered in one ce, the sky of the Demon Realm was dyed red. Avoid the blood! The faces of the demons turned white. He didnt even dare to block the overwhelming attack. However, Elises blood rushed faster than running away. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! A wave of fresh blood swept through the middle of Diablo and Uriels formation. Quaaaaaagh! Aaaagh! Severed limbs bounced in all directions. Kyao! Koooooo! Hell Wolf and variousrge-scale monsters also found it difficult to avoid miserable circumstances. At least the higher-ranking species survived, but they became even more miserable from Alices skewer attack. Puffer Puck! Pooh! A short time of less than 1 minute. Thousands of troops were left unable to fight. Damn it. Uriel appeared from behind a shield that had be a rag. I barely endured it. Of course, its questionable whether he should be d that he saved his life when his ribs and left arm were smashed. Ive heard a lot of stories, but I didnt think it would be this much Azazels characteristic grinningpletely disappeared as well. There was a mixture of shock and fear on his face. To that extent, Alices majesty was of a different ss. Because I couldnt figure out that I could fight back and win. Meanwhile. Elise, who had been moving her fingers leisurely, wasnt happy about this situation either. Sheesh isnt this enough for a winged angel and a high-ranking demon? Obviously, thanks to Jinhyeoks help, he was able to perfectly reproduce his heyday. However, this is only temporary. [System maintenance time to state best] [0H : 12M : 33S] The sun that rose the highest was about to set. Something must be wrong. Beriel noticed Elises physical condition. okay. Id like to finish it ASAP. You have to defeat not only those two guys, but also Diablo, right? Its an all-out war, so I wont send Azazel alone. Rather, it makes me wonder why that battle-maniac has been hiding until now. A different appearance than usual is bound to be the most beautiful. Beriel couldnt let go of her ufortable feelings. Dont worry about that part. If you keep beating it, eventually it wille out. Even if all of his limbs are cut off, he wont be hiding. Elise pulled out a dazzling rapier. The de with the red aura let out a strange resonant sound. fault! It was then that the body disappeared. Elis, who instantly closed the distance by teleportation, aimed at Azazels heart. Are you a blood rtive of Diablon or something? !? Azazel barely reacted and swung her sword. des collided with des and their trajectories deviated from each other. If thats normal Kagagagak Fuuk! Gagging? Elises rapier twisted like a snake and immediately pierced Azazels heart. Its like a de made of liquid, not made of iron. Wait wait Azazel tried to get away somehow, but the drops of blood on the de exploded first. Pooh! Azazels body exploded. Die! Boooooong! Uriel struck with divine power in his mace. Its because he intends to kill Elise while Azazel suffers. But even that was stopped by another intervention. [Beriel activates Dark Spear Kishan C Dark Wraith!] A huge ck star defended against Uriels Holy Strike. Wow! A collision of two different magical powers. Porosity tore through the atmosphere. The shockwave, which was difficult to bnce, spread out in dozens of circles. BerryL. Are you trying to defy Edens will until the end, because youve fallen? Im sorry, but Im a fool who left home and I have no obligation to protect Eden. More than anything else, my house is burning down, do you think youre just watching? The angel and the fallen angel growled at each other. Hoo. Its pretty good for a devil with horns. You have to be at this level to be qualified to fight alongside me. You are also notcking to be with me. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Two lights condensing quickly. Alice and Beriel. The two absolutes began to gather mana. *** Are you okay? Chun Yoo-seong, who was looking at Jin-hyeoksplexion, asked in a worried tone. Because I live and live. I heard that our Yoosung is okay. I guess I should live a long life like this. I was just asking because he looked like he was about to die. Itll be difficult if its broken before its shattered in my hands. Id rather not speak Anyway, its still a guy who breaks the impression right away. done. its okay. I should wish for what I wish for. If thats the case, dont worry. Because I can endure it. thump! Unlike the horse, the physical condition is not good. The aftermath of the excessive use of system maniption far exceeded expectations. Well, beyond the level of restoring Elise, it partially returned to her prime. Its a pity that there is a time limit on it. If it wasnt for that, the recoil might have blown my whole body. Once again, I felt that system maniption should be used cautiously. Because I was able to ovee my limits while being greedy. Jinhyeok Wait a minute. I think I can help you a little bit. Teresa put her hand on Jinhyeoks back. Whoops! Warm energy seeps into the body. He must have used the recovery skill through Blessing of the Stars. Im grateful for my heart, but this wont work. The moment I thought so. [The body recovers quickly.] [The purest divine power dwells in your body.] The golden status window blinked in session. Something different? The quality of divine power haspletely changed. Jinhyeok was surprised and asked. yes. Thats I signed an apostle contract with Gabriel-sama. with Gabriel? Certainly, if you are an apostle of an archangel, you will be able to achieve a noticeable level up. But that alone wouldnt be enough. As the question continued, Theresa added a word. Because he gave me the power as the first apostle. The divine power must have be much stronger. 1st Apostle. Among the apostles of each faction, he is a pdin who receives the full support of Eden as one of the first words. You should be able to enjoy benefits on a different level than other apostles. Now everything made sense. Ah, its a bit difficult if I share the authority too often, so I cant do it like this every time. I know. Still, this is enough. Umm Andrea puffed out her cheeks after seeing Jinhyeok and Teresa chatting. The tails of the nine-tailed fox stood up stiffly as if something was not to their liking. I have things that can help me too! Jin Hyuk. This try this too! As if Andrea couldnt lose, she handed out the spirits she had gathered in the fox marbles. The cute marbles in the shape of a fox slipped into her mouth. [The body recovers weakly.] [The magic of the yin energy permeates.] [If you are possessed by the foxs magic, your soul can be taken away.] This feels a little different from divine power. What should I say? Although it helps to restore magic, I had the illusion that Andrea looked prettier. Jinhyuk quickly shook his head and focused on recovering. As long as Elise sent a strong support, Uriel would be stuck. You dont have to worry about the rear anymore. Now it is in front of me. Kronos extended a finger. above the clouds. The summit of Olympus was visible. Of course, the magical powers of the gods shimmering above it were also emitting a colorful light. Jinhyeok felt the magic of Zeus far away. Parts! The fully open Astrafe filled the sky. Finally, the final showdown. *** In the end everything failed. Its pointless to n any more. All that remains is to engage in a showdown of pure power against power. Its better. Fighting meanly doesnt suit this body in the first ce. Hades scattered ck mists. That sounds right. I was just getting sick of watching the cheeky ones run amok. Dionysus also raised a cup of wine. The two main gods are also the top-level deities that are not pushed anywhere. There werent many opportunities to step out. Quite a few heroes could be annihted with a single gesture. We need to show how scary the gods are. Just in time, the only entity capable of stopping the Titans has arrived. Hermes looked at the huge man by the campfire. Whoop whoop. Hercules let out a heavy breath. He barely seeded in defeating Thor and the rest of the gods and escaping, but the price was not too formidable. Serious injuries to the extent that the ribs were exposed. It was the wound from the deadly poison that could be said to be the only weakness. Pants! On top of that, Thors Mjolnir hit him straight, so of course the damage was serious. Blue sparks still flew from the wound. but. No matter how bad his condition is, Hercules is Hercules. The fact that he is a demigod that can drive out the Titans does not change. From now on, I will judge the worms that cross the sky. Everyone, go to your assigned position. Zeus rose from his seat. All right. Do that. Anyone who loses should be prepared to be kicked out of Olympus forever. Each of the principals went to a ce where they could demonstrate their capabilities to the fullest. timely. [Arge number of people enter Olympus C The Sanctuary of the Gods.] Jinhyeok and the rest of the members entered the ruins. * Whoops! With the bright light, the view in front of mepletely changed. A splendid space filled with numerous stone statues and pirs unfolded. This is the deepest part of the giant power of the upper world, Olympos. It is the resting ce of the gods. Coke! Coke! The air heavy. Andrea and Teresa frowned as soon as they entered. It was because even when I was still, I felt a heavy pressure pressing down on my whole body. The concentration of magical power is different. Chun Yoo-seong also spread his palms to examine the magical energy dissolved in the air. Right then. Thats exactly what it means. An unfamiliar voice rang out in front of my eyes. Smell. ck smoke began to rise ominously. A damp feeling dug into his toes along his feet. very slowly. Smoke is rising. You can tell who the main character of the voice is without having to check. The brother of Zeus and the god who rules the underworld. Hades. And next to him was the messenger god Hermes. While holding a scroll that looked very old. The pattern of the sealed seal was familiar. Thats Jinhyeok reflexively summoned a dagger. And threw it with all my might. Chapter 568 Chapter 568. Olympus, The Sanctuary of the Gods (1) [Heavenly Magic C Heavenly Demons Heart is activated!] The swordsmanship of the Heavenly Demon isbined with the Dark Red Power. The daggers, which had already been handled countless times, moved as if they were one body. however. The blow, which made use of perfect timing and speed, went to nothing. Pooh! The dagger was blocked by a shield made of smoke. Hades stood before Hermes. almost simultaneously. Ill go! Haap! [Theresa activates Lv35 Stigma of the Archangel!] [Andria activates Lv30 Spirit Core!] Two lights shot like lightning. left and right. It was an attack aimed at the weak fog created by the previous collision. Its just like mortals to have no manners at all. Hades waved his hand into the air. The ck smoke billowed more violently than before. Cuckoo Cuckoo! A whirlwind raged and the two beams of light were sucked into the smoke. It is an ability that is iparable to absolute defense. But the attack was not over. With the shadow leaving an afterimage, Chun Yoo-seong shortened the distance at high speed. Parts! [Unique vocal chant C One Hundred Nights is activated!] The snowkes were scattered and the sword sang a beautiful melody. The power to materialize the imaginary world with sword strikes. Suck!? Hades widened his eyes. I hurriedly gathered the smoke, but the storm made of snow was much fiercer. Awesome! A long sword mark formed on Hades cheek. Drops of blood quickly formed on his pale cheeks. Hmm. I guess even a god can cut it. Well, since I kept fighting the more terrible guy, it could be the natural result. Yeah bastard! Hades eyes turned red. * Yeah. Jinhyeok unknowingly eximed. I didnt know that Chun Youseong had grown to this extent. Its downright terrifying. If I get cut there Hmm. I think I need to do a little better in the future. by the way. The troublesome thing right now is that the previous attack failed to subdue Hades and Hermes. Hermes had already begun tearing the top of the scroll. As expected, when you gather together, it creates an annoying synergy. So, I specially prepared it. A stage to hunt each of you in istion. Boo-wook! Hermespletely tore the scroll in half. OK. [Forced Transfer Scroll is activated!] A white pir of light fell on everyones bodies. Whoops! Inside the pirpletely blocked from the outside world. Jinhyeok Mr.! Damn it! Jinhyuk! Kuaaa! Teresa, Cheonyuseong Andrea, and the Titans disappeared all at once. Each of them has moved to a different deity. Haa Jinhyeok, who was left alone, let out a small sigh. Using the Forced Transfer Scroll it must have been that they made the most advantageous pairing based on the battle data so far. They must have selected ces that are favorable and familiar to fight. More than anything. You cant get that scroll in Olympus Haha. Did you even know that? It seems that this ispletely threading the inside of our treasure house? I didnt memorize itpletely, but I know the big things. There were many precious things from A to C. Some dogs were very special breeds. Stop making silly jokes and tell Zeus that the scroll has been activated safely. Im not in a very good mood right now, so dont be fooled. Hades growled. As if the wounds inflicted by Chun Yoo-seong were aching, the space was filled with vicious death. I see. Calm down. I have no intention of getting involved in a fight like this. Hermes hesitated and retreated, immediately disappearing into the clouds. For an instant, an ufortable silence enveloped the surroundings. One-on-one confrontation with the highest god. Jinhyuk wet his lips with his tongue. pounding! pounding! pounding! heart beating fast. The fingers holding the dagger twitched. Hermes is really fast. Seeing them flutter and fly away. Well, I dont think hes the type to want to introduce himself. Shall we start while its already heating up? You are an arrogant kid. Do you think everything is under you just because you gained great power in the blink of an eye of only a few decades? No, not like that. I also have a humble personality, so I admit that I am not perfect yet, but I think you can do something about it. what? A thick tendon popped out of Hades forehead. Either that or not, Jinhyuk shrugged and added a word. And I think you guys think its okay to separate us Thats the biggest mistake. Because the members of the Koinmul Corporation never weakened just because they were torn apart. Perhaps, by now, each of us is doing more than we do. Youd better worry about your brothers and sisters. Its my expectation, but I think there will be a lot of attendees for the next holiday. Maybe Artemis, the only one who betrayed, will be left alone. I cant stand it with a snout. done. At this base, I will tell you how terrifying this body is. Hades captured the rising smoke. at the same time. [The unique ability Temple of the Underworld is unlocked!] The dazzling temples were swallowed up in darkness. *** The stronger the light, the darker the darkness. As the sun-drenched temple was immersed in pitch darkness, all sight waspletely lost. Passes! Only the sound of moving smoke mixed with unpleasant powder lingers around. Its not only the view thats covered. Jinhyeok lowered his stance. The ck energybines with the air and changes into apletely different nature. Poison no, it must be a concept close to a curse. Hades was familiar with the abilities he mainly used, but the one he used this time was of a slightly different nature than usual. Its fun. I guess you prepared yourself. Are you going to get goosebumps and even get a little nervous? Lets see how long thatughsts. Well, lets deal with this side as a greeting at first. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! A ck storm raged in the darkness. Jinhyeok revealed his vision by simultaneously manifesting Blessing of the Stars and Mand. A dazzling radiance emanated from it. However, the revealed field of view was not very wide. 3-4 m at most. The front was still immersed in pitch-ck darkness. Right then. Kwaaang! There was a strong impact on the barrier made of the protection of the stars and the mand. Jinhyuks body was thrown backwards. Kuk! heavy Jinhyeok, who defended himself with crossed daggers, frowned. The ability to break two barriers and inflict damage to the body At least with Hades, it would be impossible. Even now, with over 600 horsepower, it wasnt the same level as the sacred spear, and it was impossible to do with a single attack. Or maybe There remains one possibility that has crossed my mind. Jinhyeok saw through the target with the eyes of gluttony. Tring! [Currently, Hades is wearing Titans Legacy C Tartanoss Gray Armor.] [Additional effects are activated due to the bases buff!] In the Tower of Trials, the grades of normal items are distinguished by color. . It is said that the closer it is to purple among the seven colors, the stronger it is. But among them, there are cases that transcend color. That was the case of owning set items made up of the same type of items. In the case of the gray armor of Tartanos, it should have the effect of increasing the original ability by 50% as the set oveps. Has a total of 6, so its like 300% stronger. Oh, it must be more than that since I even received a base buff. This is a clear difference from what I already knew. Its understandable to shout confidently. Ha ha ha! Can you not even move? However, it will be difficult to ept. Hades gathered the smoke. Soon the gale turned into a storm. before and after. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-aang! Tuquaaang! Overwhelming attack power thatpletely ignores defense. Its hard with just defense. Following the words of Hades, my body would not be able to withstand being hit repeatedly. However, it is not easy to rush forward blindly in a situation where there is no sight. If so Jinhyeok activated cial Shaping and summoned the ice thorns. When he added nihilism, it nullified Hades ability at least partially. In less than a second, finely divided ice thorns spewed out in all directions. Like a porcupine spitting out thorns, the densely spread thorns prated everything at random. Kwadeuk! Kwak Kwa Kwak! Pirs were smashed and statues were splintered. but only one Fuck! A thorn could not pierce it, and a sound was heard as if it were being driven into the middle. over there! Jinhyeok used the Iggy Gear Sword to fire two daggers. The sharp de that inherited the masters will moved freely. No amount of acting will be able to stop him as long as he has raised his strength to the limit with Grave of Swords. fault! Hades tried to move his body. Where! Of course, he wasnt Jinhyeok who would blow away the best chance he had. [Trait Kaskar Diav activates!] [7-star barrier Multiple Chessboard activates!] [Coordinate fixing effect stacks!] sh! Pirs of fire, filled with magma, rose here and there. It is not difficult to predict the escape route after specifying the location of Hades and limiting the range of movement. This is because the patterns, etc., ording to the inclination of each main character were memorized. Hades, who enjoys long-distance attacks, prefers mid-range battles with a distance of about 11-14m from the enemy. I always like to stand on the right nk of my prey. Lastly, it has a habit of moving in the opposite direction when cornered in an unexpected corner. In the case of now Is this the way? Swoop. Jinhyuks gaze moved in that direction. I felt as if I had met someones eyes in the dark. at the same time. Kaaang! The de of the sword hit the hard armor. Ah! Even the gray armor of Tartanos did not seem topletely offset the shock. In an instant, the smokes density faded. And there stood Hades, distorted by astonishment and fear. Chapter 569 Chapter 569. Olympus, the sanctuary of the gods (2) Huh. Whoops Breathing hard. A thick stream of blood gushed from his side. Its absolutely unbelievable. Wearing a set of Tartanos gray armor stolen from the Titans. In addition, I took care of the buffs I got from the base but the opponent unterally suppressed it as if they wereughing at it all. It is an embarrassing gap even to call it a confrontation. Until now, he had dealt with and destroyed countless strong people but the temple of the underworld had never been destroyed in vain like this. Cool! Ares deserves it. Even after suffering like this, it seems that there was still something to belittle the opponent unconsciously. Hades took a breath and removed all emotion from his expression. The atmosphere changed in an instant. Goes. [The unique holy spear Ruler of the Underworld is activated!] Kukukukukuku! All the ck smoke that had been scattered around gathered behind Hades back. like a ck hole. Even the wind and light were sucked into it andpressed. Soon after, bizarre forms of grips began to appear. Everything with sharp ws looked like ckened devils ws. Its not an insect, and its arms are just growing. It is too soon to be surprised. Lets see how we respond to this. Chow ah ah . In the blink of an eye, the shadow of Hades stretched to the ce where Jin Hyuk was. At the same time, ck thorns protruded from the shadows. !? chump chump! Jinhyeok threw himself into the air. If I had been a littlete, my whole body would have been grilled on skewers. But before I could even feel relieved, sharp hands crawled. At first nce, more than dozens. Not all of this can be avoided. Jinhyeok, who made a quick decision, opened the subspace. A terrifying cold air flowed through the open gap. The Window of the Spirit of Frost released magic. [The Lost Age C Thousand Year Freeze is activated!] A line of absolute zero was drawn where the tip of the spear had passed. sphemy! The whole grip froze. startled Hades eyes trembled slightly. But it was only for a moment. If only the part that touched the spear de was frozen anyway, it would be enough to drive it with a greater number of grips than that. Now that the Ruler of the Underworld was activated, he could use as many hands as he wanted. [The Curse of Styx, River of Ghosts is activated!] The screaming faces sprouting from each grip created a grotesque scene. Keeeeeeeee! Keee! Thousands of grips became waves and overflowed. In addition, the boatman Charon floating on the river Styx swung a scythe bigger than himself on a huge boat. It is a scythe of a specter that is said to harvest souls. Its dangerous to touch. The ability to forcibly bring out the trauma of the target. The curses I felt earlier were maximized. Even in the shadows that engulfed the floor, hundreds of thorns protruded frantically. I used to avoid it by a single piece of paper using King of Heaven, but the attack routes are so diverse in the first ce. There were too many numbers. If I narrowed the distance like this, it was obvious that this side would get exhausted and fall off before reaching Hades. Damn it, theres no end to it. Attacking step by step doesnt even suit his temper in the first ce. Jinhyeok poured his magic into the spear of the spirit of frost. Whoops! The spear shone softly, and blue magical energy began to condense at the tip of the spear de. Cold airpressing afterpression. As the air around it froze, waves created by the cold spread out. The moment the cold air reaches absolute zero. The appearance of the window has changed. The spear des were divided into stems, and beautiful engravings began to form on each de. [The Feast of Feast of Frost Spirit will be released!] If you bring out the potential of a top-notch relic to the limit, you can use the unique Feast of Feast of the Relic. The spear of the frost spirit was a kind I had never used before but the characteristics of the absolute holy relics would be the same. proud and arrogant. so that. He extremely hates the one who handles him being knocked down by someone. Because it was like being denied yourself. Jinhyeok matched the synchro rate of the spear of the spirit of frost and his own magical power. It was a delicate task that would normally be impossible to do, but for the deceased, this was not a very high level of difficulty. In line with the flow of the approaching waves pletely release mana. A thin thread made of cold air stretched forward. And after that. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! A storm raged that could freeze the world. Kie-ee Kee-ee The sound of the screaming hands gradually disappeared. With the advent of the second ice age, everything you see begins to freeze. However, Hades also possesses the highest quality relic. When the magical power of Tartanos gray armor was released, the green mist blocked the cold. Eyes and mouths in the shape of demons appeared on top of the armor. Green smoke continued to rise from the holes in his eyes and mouth. It is an attack and defense that cannot be said to be perfect. But the difference is Keuuuuu The damage on the defending side is much greater. Cool! Kkeek keoeoeouk! Hades spewed ck smoke out of his mouth. These were the souls of the dead who hade to the Underworld. That must mean the impact is huge. Because he was consuming the most precious things that could be called his life. On the other hand. Jinhyeok put the spear on his shoulder as if he was still rxed. Time was short, but the game was already somewhat divided. Pudeudeuk. Hades broke his mrs and ground them. In my mind, I wanted to crush Jinhyeoks head right away, but my body continued to stumble every time I tried to stand up. First of all you have to buy time. The spirits are still overflowing, so the body will recover soon. Come out. Hades gave an order to the ce where the shadows were gathered. OK. Kreureu Kong! kong! Cuong! Pheh heh heh! A giant dog jumped out of the shadows. The gatekeeper who guards the underworld. Cerberus. To be precise, it was a new version of Cerberus as a chimera. Three rag-stitched heads barked frantically. Did you even bring out a poop puppy? Wouldnt that just be a way to earn time? Thats enough. Come on, bite that cheeky human bastard! Quaang! Hadesmand fell. Cerberus threw his body at Jinhyeok. Jinhyeok injected mana into the window again. Even if it wasnt the name of the moment, it was a blow that was powerful enough. however. sphemy! Kuong! Cerberus, hit by the ice stalk, only hesitated and was not seriously hurt. Because they are undead they have resistance to cold. It may have been natural since it was manufactured in the region with the harshest cold even in the underworld. Of course, you can use fire-type abilities or attack them in other ways, but well, it would be better to use a more effective method here. An eye for an eye for an eye. By using the same summons for summons. [The sub-space inventory is open!] Come out, too. Time to pay for the meal. Whoops! Ive been meditating for a long time, so its a little sore. So, why did you call this noble body uh uh uh uh!? The Hooded Crane, which came out after a long time, was frightened by the attacking Chimera Cerberus. At least I thought I would fight behind my back, but I was surprised right in front of my nose, so of course I had to be absurd. Besides, Cerberus was the most reluctant type to deal with as a hooded crane. Ah! Spit that dirty snout Ugh. The breath smells too bad. damn it Isnt this what it is! Rotten saliva gushed out like a waterfall from Cerberuss mouth as he frantically tried to bite. It was a natural result that the hooded cranes face became damp. He was a good sacrifice no, a reliablepanion. Jinhyeok made a brief cross sign and jumped off the back of the hooded crane. No matter what, there is no body bread as good as the divine in this situation. *** Chun Yoo-seong appeared in a room full of colorful bottles. The scent of fragrant wine stings the nose. Among the 12 gods of Olympus, there is probably only one person who has be so obsessed with alcohol. You must havee to the ce where the drunkard god Dionysus or something is. Chun Youseong muttered to the ce where the smell of alcohol was the strongest. This fragrant and sweet liquid is the greatest blessing God bestowed on humans. Are you living a life as short as a fingernail and not being able to enjoy that blessing? I have no interest in drinking. Hoo. Then what are your hobbies? Well. A hobby. Ive never really thought about anything like that. At most, feeding the cat or challenging Kang Jin-hyeok is the only interesting activity. But if I had to pick one more thing I tend to enjoy cutting things off. Especially for a narcissistic nerd like you. Chun Yoo-seong put the sword to his throat and pretended to cut it. Dionysus, who was leisurely sipping his drink, had a grim expression on his face. Crunchy! The wine ss was bent like a piece of paper. Its fun. I, too, love to trample on arrogant people. As if there was no need for further conversation, Dionysus immediately used his most confident abilities. [Dionysus activates his unique ability Night of Spice!] The spicy scent prated deep into his brain. At the same time, beautiful-looking women lined up in front of Chun Yu-seong. A sensual and alluring figure and a breathless smell of flesh. This is an illusion. Know. I know. Keuuu Even though he knew everything, his body did not move at will. As if caught in a spiders web. The hand holding the sword and the foot supporting the body stiffened. Whoop whoop. A man would never refuse. while giving you a taste of heaven. dont drop me to hell A sly smile crept across Dionysus lips. * Same time. Teresa and Andrea also fell into an unfamiliar ce. Hey sister. We I thought we were supposed to be together? Andrea opened her eyes wide. Rather than feeling puzzled about why things had turned out this way, he seemed relieved that he was just there with Theresa. So Theresa, on the other hand, looked around suspiciously. More than Hermes boasted that he would destroy them individually. Theres no way they would have put these two together with good intentions. Theres no way Ive ever made a mistake. that it is I guess it doesnt matter if were together. Perhaps there is a main god who is more confident when facing more than one enemy. Also, seeing that Chun Youseong was sent to another ce, I was able to catch that it was rather weak against melee damage dealers. Right then. Sasasak A wide in spread out in front of Teresa and Andrea. The air changed once. sister! okay. I felt it too. A strong magical power contrasted with the peacefulness was sensed. As I focused my vision a little more, I saw the goddess of fertility perched in a field where yellow grains were ripe. Demeter looked at the intruder. A youngdy and ady It seems that you are my opponents. Do you know anything about me? Ive heard the name before. Theresa nodded. Demeter. He was known to be rtively peaceful and docile, but the more docile he was, the more terrifying he was when treated with sincerity. like right now Then the conversation will be fast. You have taken away our peace. You will lose your brothers and sisters, and perhaps even destroy the very existence of Olympus. so. I will stop you here. [Demeter activates her unique ability Swamp of Thirst!] A strange and bizarre ability that she has never encountered before has been activated. Chapter 570 Chapter 570. Olympus, the haven of the gods (3) Kukukukuku! When Demeters unique ability was activated, everything began to dry up. A rapidly drying environment. Not only the moisture in the air, but also everything in the body evaporates. Ah Ugh Lips burning up. A heavy sigh escaped from his dry throat. It is difficult just to stand and face it. In particr, for Andrea, who handles the fire attribute, and Theresa, who only possesses divine power, this ability was close to supetive. furthermore. Kkikkikkikkikkikkkikkkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkiggik.. Kiririkkkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkikkiik . Straw scarecrows began to approach among the grains. Each armed with a long scythe. It set the worlds ominous eyes on fire. Andrea immediately took out a fox fire and threw it at the scarecrows. Pupperpuppung! Thanks to the dry air and the easilybustible leaves, the firepower of the fox fire was several times higher than usual. The scarecrows turned into a handful of ashes without being able to resist. but. cooong! Andrea, who attacked, also stumbled and fell to one knee. Ah My head spins. It seemed as if the string of consciousness would be let go just by using a little magical power. Even the skills I boasted about wont be able to be used properly. It must feel like everything you believed in is being destroyed. Demeter walked slowly forward. What he held in his hand was a crude, old scythe made of oak. Demeters holy relic, the Scythe of Harvest. An ultra-rare item with the ability to increase stats by the number of grains harvested so far. There must never be any selfishness mixed with the use of weapons. Parss. The scythe of such a harvest cracked. This is because the scythe, which has been used for cutting grain and for the poor, was the first to be used to take life. this will be thest time You will no longer be able to use this scythe after this battle. so that. It was the first andst thought to liberate all living beings. Cuckoo Cuckoo! An ominous aura arose around Demeter. [The unique holynce Aspect of Famine is activated!] The surface of Demeter turned to earthy color. The body that retains the power of drought will nullify all attacks it touches, and on the contrary, it will suck all the bodily fluids of the attacking target. The scythe slowly extended to Andrias neck. There is no need to rush. It was about cutting the opponents breath anyway, because it was as simple as twisting a chickens head. But right before the sickle touches the nape of the neck. Kwaaang! Dazzling brilliance exploded from the side. [Teresa activates her unique ability, Blessing of the Stars!] The divine power she exerted herself with all her might became a ray of light and shot out. !! Demeter stretched out her palm and evaporated the divine power. However, Theresa perfectly exploited the gap created while defending against the attack. fault! The distance narrowed to the nose. The dazzling starlight merged into one in a leap close to space movement. Theresa grabbed the sword from under Demeters leg. opportunity only once. Pour everything into this sword. Theresas eyes shone softly. From below above. The star-bearing sword surged. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! As a reward for the poor harvest, it was the ultimate in divine power that could even sh the skin. Big! ck blood gushed out. A long wound stretched from Demeters belly to her chest. Its a pretty deep wound. But not fatal. How dare you scratch my body The scarecrows around Demeter rushed at them in unison. Numerous scythes hacked through Theresas armor. Aagh! He covered himself with a shield and spread a shield made of divine power. The number of scarecrows that ran was too many. sister! Andrea overreacted and tried to help Teresa. Quaang! Andreas body was mmed to the ground. A guy several times bigger than a normal scarecrow pressed down on Andreas head. You guys really dont know what giving up is. By now, you must be feeling like your cells are being torn apart because your body is not getting enough water. Demeter came to the side of the imprisoned Andria. And put the sickle to the nape of the neck. The match has already been won I want to send it offfortably, but there are so many tears on our side. The same goes for the lower gods of the sea who are suffering the loss of Poseidon. Artemis wandering after losing Apollo has nothing to say. so. must be repaid equally. As much as the weight of sadness and sorrow that has engulfed all of Olympus right now. Which one should I kill first so that the other one suffers more? is it you Or is it the saintess over there? Andria! As Demeter gently scratched Andreas neck, Teresa called to her among the scarecrows. Stop that hand right now! The saintess seems to be quite desperate. Then what about you? I wonder how she will react if I cut down the saintess. Demeter rose from her seat. This time, with the intention of hurting Theresa. The appearance of being fooled while taking the initiative perfectly. The difference in ability was hopeless, but the cruel hand without any mercy was even worse. Awesome! Aagh! The same wound appeared on the nape of Theresas neck. The spilled blood quickly evaporated. An even stronger thirst and dryness pierced through the wound. once. twice. and three times. The scythe cut through the white skin. The Blessing of the Star immediately began to heal the wound. It was rather poison. It meant that the duration of the pain would increase. Ha ha ha Theresa gasped. Seeing you in pain makes me sad. Revenge is enough anyway. We will tell you the easy way to go. Talk about the ns of Norse and the rest of their allies in this war. I cant talk. Awesome! Aagh! Are you going to survive this? Even like this? Awesome! The unimaginable pain burned to the brain. It wasnt just a cut, it was a feeling that was destroying the soul. I cant I cant. The longer you drag, the longer the pain. Id rather tell you everything and befortable. There is no one to me here. I cant speak. No, no! Theresa drew a blood band around her neck. No matter how painful it was, he never had any intention of betraying hisrades. Even if the price is a terrible death. Its tough like a pdin. Ill try to make you suffer as much as possible. Until the wordse out of his mouth asking for help. Kiee Keeeee The scarecrows who received Demeters order began torturing them again. how much time had passed like that? Teresa and Andrea were left in a mess. He didnt even have the strength to lift a finger any longer. Due to thirst and fatigue, I was in a state on the verge of losing consciousness. To hold on without saying a word Even the gods couldnt have done this. Its an enemy, but I respect it. You cant get anything more from them. Demeter brushed off the blood from her scythe. And he raised his head into the air. If not Make all these ns. What if he was the culprit who stole the most precious things from Olympus? He would know everything. It was also the best target for revenge. I have to ask Kang Jin-hyuk. I wonder how much pain that human can endure. I have already obtained the strongest power. Until the scythe broke, he was confident that he could defeat anyone, no matter who he was. [The gate opens.] A familiar figure could be seen through the distorted crack. It was Jinhyeok. Mr. Jinhyeok Mr. Jinhyeok An earthquake urred in the pupils of the two. If Demeter intervened now while fighting Hades no one knew what the situation would be like. Thats how intense Demeter was. And if Jin-hyeok bes a prisoner of Demeter and has to suffer the same pain as they did . Cuckoo coo coo Kwaaaang! A great fire and a brilliance equal to it raged in a storm. Keeeh! Keew! The scarecrows disappeared in one fell swoop. It is a power that cannot be expressed in words. what? Demeter stood still. Im sure the Sang of the Bad Year is still active. It would be normal if they didnt have even a handful of magic power left. Why? Can you feel this absurd power from the half-corpses that are all falling down? * keep the most precious person. It didnt matter what price he paid for it. Theresa rose from her seat. [The power of the Archangel Gabriel is manifested!] [The unique ability Call of the Stars is activated!] Status windows that appear one after another. Mana and mana were connected as one, creating pure white wings. [The saintess sublime will reaches the sky.] [Unique sacrednce phase 2 Saint of the Rock is activated!] The three pairs of wings are fully spread. Brilliant runes sprouted from the armor that shone with silver. The power to rise to the position of an angel with a human body. The unique vocal chant that went beyond the limits was different from the unique vocabries he had seen so far. Pass golden powder scattered in the dazzling white light . I cant let you go to Mr. Jinhyeok. Emerald eyes stared straight at Demeter. [Andria releases her unique holy spear.] Andreas atmosphere has also changedpletely. A scare that rises from its nine tails. The me of life that will never be extinguished has risen. [The unique vocal chant Millennial Fox is manifesting!] A divine beast in mythology standing shoulder to shoulder with the ancient species. The owner of the 5th floor has fully awakened. I will not forgive anyone who tries to harm Jinhyeok. Growling teeth exposed. The sharp nails shone brightly. *** . Puffed up. Hades, who was watching various situations at the same time, crumpled his expression. It is Demeter who exerts absolute power in a one-on-one confrontation. Its because its usually so peaceful. If you get angry properly, it is said that any main god is a monster that is hard to stop. In a little while, Demeter was nning to join us and fight Jinhyeok together. Unexpected variables have urred. Two of them awakened at the same time And each of them possessed a powerparable to that of a major deity. Dionysus also did not easily gain the upper hand in the confrontation with Cheon Yuseong. He even used the pleasure of drinking and the elixir he received from Aphrodite, but all of them were useless in front of Cheon Yoo-seong. This is the moment when you have to believe that there is a man who does not work on lust. look. so you said Even if we are separated, we are strong. Jinhyuk shrugged his shoulders leisurely. To be honest, I didnt expect things to work out this well. Even if its natural. It was because Teresa and Andreas awakening of their unique holy spear was not in their calctions. AllIs it because Ive umted too many benevolent virtues? Employees who burn themselves to save the boss. This proves what a great leader he was. ha. I guess this is why I live a life of giving to others and only seeing losses. Chapter 571 Chapter 571. Olympus, the haven of the gods (4) Chuck. A sharp chill emanated from the Frost Spirits spear. Hades, who had already exhausted all his means, was on the verge of breaking his uniqueness window. Thest one is only to oxidize fiercely with a physical charge. Even so, its a possible story if we assume that Jinhyeok will give it away. If they attacked from a distance, they would not even have a chance to die with honor. Whoops! Hades canceled the uniqueness window on his own. At the same time, all the remaining magic power gathered towards his hand. [Hades consumes all mana.] [Summons the final skill, Sword of the Underworld! Numerous ghosts screamed in agony following the ckened de. When I go, even if I go, I will take at least one limb from you, you detestable bastard. Hades gathered the ghosts to the fullest. Sususeuk ck smokepletely enveloped Hades figure. It was a skill that changed the body into a shadow and shortened the distance with the target. With this, it should be somewhat immune to ranged attacks. Chow! Hades appeared in front of Jinhyeok and raised his sword with both hands. A deep and gloomy aura that gave goosebumps covered the sword body. Now please die! Hades let out a shout close to a scream. A sword that splits the earth. The final blow for the fate of the underworld Jinhyeok offset it by erecting the spear of the spirit of frost at an angle. The sword caught precisely on the edge of the Frost Spirits de. Wow! Mana and mana gathered at one point, and numerous waves spread out. At first nce, the perfect bnce of power. But there was a fatal difference between the two. Unlike Hades, who used both hands, Jinhyeoks right hand was free. Like a main god. And like a final blow, it was strong. Usually in scenes like this, I moan and shed a few drops of sweat. Lets look at each other with respect. Huh. I also want to blow lines like, This is how Im recognized as an enemy. But what can I do? this is reality It is a ce called the Tower of Trials that survives by mercilessly poking at an opening rather than a fair match. Jinhyeok swung the dagger in his right hand. straight to the vital point. Big! Hades tried to avoid it immediately, but the dagger pierced his stomach half a beat faster. Fu-wook! An eerie, flesh-piercing sound pierced my eardrums. Aagh! Poison as well as divine power and blood magic were mixed and applied. Hades, who poured everything into the attack, would feel the shock enough to make his mind dizzy. Turn off uuuuuuu Kuung! Hades, who had broken his body as a traitor, copsed on the spot. He waved his hand while foaming at his mouth. The desire to live to the end was seeping through. Jinhyuk silently watched him. Dont worry too much. The rest will follow shortly. There will be many colleagues on the road to the underworld, so you wont be lonely. The spear of the Frost Spirit urately touched the crown of Hades. Now, if you inject a little magic power, the whole god of the underworld will be frozen. But just when Jinhyeok was about to end Hades breath. Whoops! An unusual magical power was detected. !? The dry wind mixed with stinging static electricity. A blinding light then blinded his vision. This An earthquake urred in Jinhyeoks pupils. There is only one possibility for this to happen. A strong attack skill was about to be poured into the exact location where Hades and Jinhyeok were. Zeus! I did my best for you and Olympus! But this is the result! Hades shouted at the sky. But there was no answering back. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah Kwah! Astrafe directly hit the spot where Jinhyeok and Hades were. aaaaaaaaa!!! *** Chiyiik! The ce where he was hit by the strongest javelin was truly miserable. Thick smoke rose from the pit of unknown depth. A demonic realm where you cant even imagine that life is still alive. Zeus power is as described in mythology. It was higher than all the other deitiesbined. Ah, father Hermes, who was next to him, swallowed dryly. It was because he did not know that Zeus would deal with Hades at once. There was no trace of guilt on Zeus face. I just did what I had to do as an absolute ruler who reigns over Olympus. That natural sense of duty drove out all other feelings. What about the Titans? Yes? That, thats Hermes fumbled through the gathered information. I sent Hercules there as my father ordered. Thanks to the support of the goddess Hera and the new special equipment made by Hephaestus, we are posting overwhelming results. With an exnation, Hermes floated a mirror in the air. There, Hercules wielding a heavy-looking club at random. I saw the Titans being pushed unterally. In particr, Cronus was seriously injured and was unable to move. Okay. This is enough. Except for Hercules, let all other gods and troops retreat. It was a pity to lose Hades and the rest of the gods, but the goal was fully achieved. Even if Jinhyeok is still alive, its just a matter of buying time here. If Hercules held out until all the Titans were cleaned up, the fight would be over. This is because no matter how Jinhyeok and thete Inmul Corporation were, they could not deal with Hercules and his own lightning at the same time. I must have clearly realized what the strength of this body is with the things I just took. Hermes quickly vacated the seat, and Zeusy down on the throne. Just then, everything was in silence. Hmm. You should have been able to get a good shot with the surprise attack just now, but are you thinking of not seeing the end? If you manifest there, you will be able topletely kill your breath? A tall figure approached Zeuss side. A resident of the 50th floor and a pir in charge of one axis of Cthulhu. It was Nyathotep. Nyathotep chuckled when Zeus didnt respond. Or maybe youre not scared? Just in case hes hiding and counterattacks Nyathotep didnt finish his words. Kwaaang! The armrest of the throne was shattered as it were. Eyes glistening with life turned to Nyathotep. Its tempting to wipe it all out. Whoah, calm down. That was just ament. You just said it? Did you even say that? Haha, its true. I really said it without thinking. But, if youre overreacting and threatening me Cuckoo cuckoo! Life was swallowed up by more intense life. Wouldnt it be possible for me to be so shocked that I forgot to kill Zeus-sama? Around Nyathotep, purple tentacles appeared one by one. Creepy! The feeling of having a poisonous snake wrapped around the nape of the neck. No matter how much you dominate Olympus, you cannot take it lightly. Zeus momentum softened. He still harbored anger, but the will to face him head-on had long since disappeared. ha ha ha. Its a joke. joke. Both Olympus and us are on the same boat. I had no intention of making Zeus feel ufortable. Nyathotep did not press Zeus any further. Because the cornered mouse didnt know what to do. Tell me your purpose foring here. Whoops. Its nothing special, just put this map in your arms. A map? What map do you mean? You dont need to know that. Nyathotep shrugged. That calm appearance aroused Zeus suspicions. Clues and clues were put together, and soon a conclusion was drawn. For someone like you to move on your own and dare to entrust this to me No way. Suddenly, Zeus brow crumpled. It was because he realized what Nyathotep intended. Was it like that? He was nning on nting a bait to lure a person named Kang Jin-hyeok out of me. Hoo. You are also quick-witted. He seems to be leading a myth. Are you just saying that! Kurreung! The lightning shook violently. If you were defeated by Jinhyeok, the map you were holding would be dropped. Even if Olympus were to copse at any chance , Nyathotep was able to nt another trick. Anger surged once again that he dared to treat the supreme deity of Olympus like this. But what to do? The opponent is a monster that dominates the 50th floor. It is the strongest spear. Even the so-called Astrafe doesnt work. Of course, you may feel bad, but this is just insurance. Zeus will just have to deal with that human. Whether Zeus loses or wins, it doesnt matter either way. Because Jinhyeok will never reach the Necronomicon. *** This must be it Herehere! Hes always a man with a lot of hands. hazy vision. Thenguid boredom was soon erased by urgent voices. I could feel the familiar faces staring at me. Jinhyuk wiggled his fingers. Lets see thest thing I remember It was the scene where the ruthless giver threw lightning. Its like a really ignorant child. I knew that the shield alone was not enough, so I reflexively used 1 second invincibility. However, Zeus lightning, which did not stop until the target waspletely burned, was invincible for about a second. The result is this. He didnt die, but he was hit so straight that the damage was considerable. lol. I believed you would be alive. Andrea greeted me with a pleasant smile. Im so d its safe well do what if something goes wrong Teresa looked at her with warm eyes, as always. Good thing. Theres no way that nasty bastard could die from that. Really, life force alone is as tough as a cockroach. Cheon Yoo-seong, I wished Dionysus would be scolded, but as expected, such a small wish does note true. Jinhyeok carefully crawled out of the pit. How many hours have I been passed out? Half a day was well over. what!? This time, it was Jinhyeoks turn to be surprised. I thought I would pass out for quite a while, but I never thought it would be more than 12 hours. However, I dont understand. If I had be incapacitated, it would have been a golden opportunity to attack us. Was it burdensome because many of the main ranks copsed? Or maybe Jinhyeoks expression darkened. Yes. Where the Titans are, I brought Hercules. Chun Yoo-seong opened his mouth heavily. damn it Why have my forebodings never been wrong? I seeded in gnawing away a lot of the opponents power, but instead, this side also suffered a fatal wound. Titans were a key card in attacking Olympus. Dont worry too much. There must be another way. Rather, I think well have to spend the night as it is, but since its like this, how about taking a good rest? Taking a hot shower. Thats right. Jinhyeok-nim. There are many delicious-looking things around here. Teresa and Andreas eyes sparkled with anticipation. Body and mind exhausted from the continuous battle. Taking time to recover was more important than anything else. Hmm. Jinhyuk looked around. Although it was destroyed here and there, the ancient and magnificent mansions of the gods still remained. Like Teresa and Andrea said, there were many things that looked delicious. Right then. uh? Unexpected things came into Jinhyeoks field of view. It has a coveted color. fruit. Chapter 572 Chapter 572. Around the time of dawn (1) A variety of attractive-looking fruits. The jewel-like color and plump flesh were appetizing just to look at. right. There was this. This can lead to many interesting situations. Jinhyeok, who had taken off his pretense, nodded his head pretending not to know. Well, that wouldnt be bad. Just in time, the thought of wanting to rest came to my mind. The campfire started like that. Took! Chun Yoo-seong put the deer and rabbits he had caught nearby on the ground. Is this enough? Yeah. I think thats enough meat. They were animals that grew up eating grass and dew in Olympus, not anywhere else. Of all the meat that exists in the tower, it has no choice but to boast of the best quality. Roaring! When the primitive me touched the wood, a hot bonfire was created in an instant. Jinhyeok took out the salt and spices he had been saving and started cooking the meat. An appetizing smell filled the surroundings. gulp! Teresa and Andrea as well as Chun Yoo-seong swallowed dry saliva. Come on, eat. Jinhyeok served the meat with the fruit he picked. thank you! Ill eat well! Hmm. I dont think I can eat it. Everyone took the meat and fruit without question. I was full of only the desire to eat quickly, even if it was for one minute and one second. but only one. Jinhyeokman didnt say anything. [Tricolor Fruit: If you ingest three different fruits, the effect of the fruit will be activated. Those who have cooked sweets must never eat the fruit.] Red fruit: Symbolizes passion and gives a strong impression to the person who first gave the fruit. Blue fruit: symbolizes depression, and when taken, self-confidence drops drastically. ck Fruit: It symbolizes ckness and explodes the strong desires inherent in it all at once. The time limit is 3 hours. The timing of the fruits activation depends on the mind of the person ingesting it. If you just eat it, its just a fruit that tastes good. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth went up. Stupid Olympus bastards. In any case, the ships boat is so well-known that I dont even think to look into these things in detail. Thanks to this side, I got a sweet opportunity. I think the meat is a bit tough I guess people will like or dislike the spices. At least, theyll serve a few bottles of wine to catch the nasty smell. Ttk, hes always thinking about it but cant find any sense. Chun Yoo-seongsints continued to be heard. I dont even think of people who cook hard. There is a lot of nagging on the subject of eating only. But its okay. As long as the guy climbs that way. After a while, the taste of stepping on it will be great. Jinhyeok concentrated his mana and activated the fruit absorbed into his body. [Blue Fruit is activated!] [Depression increases to maximum.] Ugh! A disparate aura spread along the abdomen. In an instant, Chun Yoo-seongs expression changed. Depressed and disgusting feelings welled up in my throat, and soon I felt an unbearable chill all over my body. I I Tears like chicken droppings flowed from his eyes. Despair and regret filled his face mixed with shame and guilt. Im sorry to hear that youre tired of eating such great food Yoo, Mr. Yooseong? Chun Yoo-seong? Theresa and Andrea opened rabbit eyes at the sudden change of attitude. An apology that can nevere out of Cheon Yoo-seongs mouth. Isnt that the target, Jinhyeok? Rather than admit ones faults, choosing to die was a natural attitude. Kuhm! Jinhyuk cleared his throat. While thinking that the effect is instant bread. Yes, thats right. You dont always say thank you to others. You look like a parasitic brother and you cant even pay for your face. Huh? In the world, do you live alone? sorry. Do you know what people say when they see people like that? Maggots, no, theyre called goopdeung. Now, follow me. Im gopdeung. Im a multipetc. Yes. A little louder! I am! Kyaa. It feels like a thousand years of congestion is going down all at once. Ever since I first discovered the fruit, I had only dreamed of this moment, and with this, all my hardships were rewarded. Now that this has happened, lets do what we normally do only in our imagination. Jinhyeok, who made that decision, put all sorts of things into practice. Or take out a whip and p it. Chun Yoo-seong knelt down and put his feet on his head. Have them serve food and drinks next to you, etc. Ah, and why do you keep fighting after losing all the time? Arent you tired? Huh? Arent you tired of it? No. I will not fight again. I think a staff like you said suits me better than a sword. Chun Yu-seong, who had already suffered from all sorts of persecution, fell into a deeper depression. Now he even forgot why he had to pick up his sword. Now. Jinhyeok put his hand on Chun Yuseongs shoulder. Chun Yuseong trembled. Ehehe. Dont be so depressed. Im all me, so dont you ept a kid like you? Are you saying you wont abandon me? Yes. Why am I abandoning you? Rather, I will teach you how to use a sword and how to be stronger. But from now on, you must follow my words unconditionally. You often go astray. This is the surest way, okay? Yes Chun Yoo-seong, receiving the warm pat for the first time, nodded. Good good. Gaslighting seems to be effective because of this. Because I dug into the weakest part of the target. Then, lets bark vigorously to encourage our doggie to do well in the future. Bokmyeongbokchang is bruise. If you get scolded, its Kwae-gang. Jinhyuk put his hands behind his back and waited for an answer. however. Chun Yuseong, who was standing behind him, was silent. What are you doing? The owner calls but you dont answer? There is still no answer to be heard. Instead, a strange feeling of incongruity began to rise up the back of my head. Something went wrong. Its also very tight. Yoo, Yoosung? Lets turn our heads carefully. There Mung? And the owner? The swordsman was standing there full of vengeance and contempt. Jinhyeok jumped out of his seat as if he had been struck by lightning. Bur, its been three hours already? Nonsense. I cant believe it. Its like youve just started ying the game and youve been told to stop. Time passed like a bullet. I felt with my whole body what the principle of rtivity was, but what is important now is not that. Jinhyuk took a step backwards without realizing it. Creepy! A sharp magic power transmitted through the skin. Its a terrifying life that Ive never experienced before. It waspletely different from what Hades or other gods had seen. Even when he was hit by an Astrafe, he wasnt so terrified. Miss Teresa! Andrea! Jinhyeok hurriedly found the two. But what came back was a cold response. Cause and retribution. Haha, Jinhyeok-sama To be honest, you did too much this time. Too much! What have I been through? Its just giving back about a ten-thousandth of whats been there! The word unjust came out naturally, but it doesnt seem to be very sympathetic to others. Sreung! Chun Youseong drew his sword. If this is the case, I will die. Its not a joke, its not a metaphor. You will literally die. Yooseong-ah you know its all a joke, right? I thought it would be boring if I just spent the night, so I yed a game of truth lightly. Originally, in a situation like this, if you speak openly like a man, you can be closer. I never meant to make fun of you or harass you. Do you know how I feel? Yes. You are right. I-do you understand? I want to talk openly. huh. Thats literally lets talk while looking at whats inside your body. huh? Unexpectedly, a sh with a blue light brushed through her hair. Boooooong! If only it was 0.1 secondte. My head must have been opened like a jar of honey. Gee, I almost died. Really! Know. Chun Yoo-seong approached with half-fat eyes. Kagagak The sword dragged on the floor, creating a long line. breathing quickens The ces to escape are very limited. The option to fight back is unimaginable from the beginning. death. despair. Frustration. fear. All cases indicated only one oue. Aaaagh! Jinhyeoks desperate scream resonated throughout Olympus. *** Around dawn. It wasnt until the sun shone that the horrors of the battle unfolded in various ces were revealed. The number of troops lost to each other in one night alone exceeded 40,000. The number of wounded reached several times that number. It was the result of two very hostile forces colliding. Fights between main units are almost equal. However, the extent of the damage was distinctly different at each point where the main gods and great heroes were active. First of all, the biggest turning point is that Jinhyeok, who leads the Goinmul Corporation, has dealt with many of the main characters of Olympus. It is not an ordinary soldier, but the main power that can not be exchanged for anything. Losing it means that Olympus has been driven to a dead end. However, Olympus was not just defeated. The fact that Cronus and the Titans were swept away by Hercules has established itself as a variable that cannot be ignored. and. The fiercest battle among the wars that took ce outside has yet to finish the game. Whoa Elise caught her breath. I feel like I even feel refreshed thanks to the riot without hesitation. Glimmer! Cuckoo Cuckoo! The blood still gushed out, unable to control his blood. Spheres and skewers made of blood covered the cloudy sun of the underworld. Even the divine power emitted by countless angels was swallowed up. Thats an overwhelming price. Because of this, the enemies facing Elise had no choice but to engrave fear into their bones. This monster How many people did he destroy by himself? The main forces, the 2nd Regiment and the 7th Heavy Armored Cavalry Corps, have been wiped out. The assault force, which is said to have the best attack power in Eden More than half of the Earth Angels are incapacitated. It would have been less costly to engage in an all-out war with the Devil World. Beyond surprise, they even feel awe. Although they prided themselves on being able to face an absolute demon of the level of the Demon King on their own . .The thought of winning has disappeared before. Now , in order not to be in the lead, they have reached the point where they are noticing each other. Thats when. Fuuk ! An ignorant-looking mace was sticking out where the heart should have been. Dont run away. No matter how strong that vampire is, everyone has a limit. Uriel, whose wings had been cut off, poured out his blue eyes. Anyway, now there is nothing to lose . If he fails, his own downfall was a set procedure. Above all, it was clearly visible in Uriels eyes. The fact that Elises blood drop was visibly pale. I just need to do a little more now. Diablo and the rest of the demons are also preparing a counterattack, and its not long before the head of the abominable True Ancestor is smashed with a mace. Chapter 573 Chapter 573. Around dawn (2) Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Red waves flowing backwards. Elise rapidly circted the magic power in her body. A massive bloody st wiped out all enemies around at once. Hundreds of thousands of enemies were torn to shreds. Quaaaaagh! Kieack! A temporary alliance made up of angels and demons. An alliance that could not be recorded in mythology was formed, but it was not enough to stop a single absolute. just strong overwhelmingly. The True Ancestor of Ataraxia, who governs all blood, was in the process of radiating hispletely open power to his hearts content. Monstrous This is more of a problem than Beriel. Those who first tried to measure the limits of their power had long since died. Those who did not doubt that the end would be exhausted also fell into fear. no matter how many troops Those who hit with all their might. It was because I did not dare to imagine that I could approach the realm of the true ancestor. Uriel, who was certain of victory, was also embarrassed. There must be limitations in activating the power of the heyday I have already collected fragments of information about the contractual rtionship between Alice and Jinhyeok through several routes. Even if some kind of move was used, that line would exist at the moment when the contract was broken. But somehow, Alice didnt look tired in the slightest. ? Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwaaaang! Whoa Ellis, who had been driven back once more, took a deep breath. I wanted to end it quickly, but the fightsted longer than expected. The period of being able to realize the heyday has already ended. However, the reason they can show such overwhelming majesty is because they are helped by the absolute holy relic that exists in the Tower of Trials. The Crown of Pureblood. The hidden card prepared just in case was doing its job well. of course. This is kind of a double-edged sword. It was because irreversible consequences could have urred if the current location of the crown was discovered by the enemy. I cant get caught as much as possible. Elise fixed the translucent crown once more. The twelve pces of the zodiac that Jinhyeok walked. Capricorn. Like a herbivore grazing peacefully. It is a constetion with an effect that is not revealed to the outside world. As long as you dont get a direct hit to the head, the barrier will continue for several tens of minutes. That much time is enough to wipe out all the remaining guys. [Ellis activates her unique Holy Spear Revtion of Gaebyeok C Red Squall!] An enormous number of storms swarmed behind Elise. If Blood Rain is at the level of spraying showers. Red Squall is an area where red blood covers the sky. A little more. little bit more. You have to annihte more enemies as quickly as possible even for a second. Elise has pulled the crowns potential to its limit. Thanks to this, the power of the Red Squall rose one step further, but the influence of the barrier spread by Jinhyeok weakened. Parts! The drops of blood changed into the shape of a harpoon. There is nowhere to run. Because everything Elise could see was the scope of her skill. Kwak Kwah Kwak Kwah!! Kwak Kwa Kwak! in a raging storm. Everyone struggled to survive. Get out now! Avoid. I mean run away, dont fight! Enduring in this hell is the same as dying. but only one. Only Uriel was looking directly at Ellis. I thought it would be hidden in a safe ce, but was it like that? Something faint could be seen between the faintly spreading blood. It was close to impossible to observe Elise carefully because he was so focused on survival, but Uriel, who had not erased his doubts until the end, was able to observe the moment. Crown. All doubts have now been resolved. at the same time. A new avenue was seen that could turn the battle around. The existence of the crown is no longer a matter of territorial war between Beriel and Diablo. With all the demon kings in the demon realm. Even the Demon God who reigns over them. Because it was said that he would be interested in this battle. Eden will also show some movement. The worry didntst long. A subtle smile crept across Uriels lips. okay. Anyway, Ill try to raise the te like this. It wouldnt be so bad to create chaos rather than just stay still and die. Whoops! The mace in his hand emitted a fierce light. [Uriel activates his unique holy spear, Altar of Isaac!] The essence of divine power is sacrifice. It is to dedicate what you value most to achieve something more sublime than that. Crunchy! quick! Cracks appeared on the surface of the mace. The baby weapon that had been used for thousands of years was about to disappear. of course. Breaking is the story of when thest mission was finished, but not yet. I just need to hit it properly once. While Uriel poured all his mana into it, his shoulders were thrown back. And threw the mace at one target. Paaang! Sonic booms urred one after another, and dazzling beams of light stretched out into the air. !? Sensing a crisis, Alice reflexively gathered blood and spread the shield. [Lv??? Blood Shield activates!!] However, the mace triggered by the Altar of Isaac could not be blocked with an ordinary shield. Kwaaang! A tremendous impact pierced the shield. Aagh! A scream escaped Alices mouth for the first time. The mace that passed through my head soon disappeared through the clouds. You dare scratch Jim? Elise caressed the blood flowing down her cheek. The wounds inflicted by divine power did not easily regenerate. However, the attack that threw away the only weapon didnt work. If only I had used that power to seek other opportunities Elise hesitated as she spoke. Something is strange. If only I had really looked for another opportunity. If so, there would have been a more threatening and stronger timing. Why did he make such a gambling attack? The question quickly led to one result. No way Elise slowly reached her hand over her head. Pants! w! There, the pure-blooded crown with sparks was fully revealed. You werent what I was aiming for in the first ce. Uriel looked at Elise from the front. right over her head. That crown was my purpose. A number that is perfectly caught off guard. This is fatal enough topletely change the war situation. [All beings in the Pandemonium look at Ellis von Ataraxia.] [Demon god ???? recognizes the existence of the pure-blooded crown.] The status window continues to go up. Those who had been silent until now expressed interest in unison. It had to be. Dealing with the entire Corps of Dead Persons is not an easy task. There was no reason to take such a risk. However, if I had the chance to kill just one Elise and get the crown. thats a whole different story. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Different magical powers of light emanated from all over the demon realm. *** A mansion in Olympus where the deceased person corporation is resting. The Hanbat Fruit Incident hase to an end. Even though I was beaten 10 times the price for ying around during the appropriate break. Ouch, that guy doesnt even know how to joke. Jinhyeok applied Madecassol to the skin that had been peeled here and there. As the sweet energy permeated, a sound of pain came out of his mouth. Consider yourself lucky that you didnt kill him. Chun Yoo-seong growled, his eyes still full of life. Teresa and Andrea were busyughing at the two of them. Still, I had a good time taking a break. I slept and my stomach was full. More than anything. We have secured one of the most important things here. Jinhyeok fiddled with another red fruit he had secured. It was a pomegranate, a fruit in mythology that was closely rted to Hades and Demeter in the past. ording to mythology, if you eat food from the underworld, you cannot go outside without permission from the owner of the underworld. By eating this, Persephone bes forever unable to leave the underworld. But in this process, Demeter intervened and was able to stay outside for three months. Persephone finally got her brief freedom. And this pomegranate was a monument enshrined in Olympus inmemoration of that time. I got a good card. It could have been fed to Cheon Yoo-seong and imprisoned in the eternal underworld but in order to win this fight, we need to find a more useful use than that. Jinhyuks head began to spin rapidly. Considering the possibilities and variables and the specs and potential of each individual. I searched for the best route to win this war. timely. Dawn began to break. The long battle has nowe to an end. Then, are you going to divide today like yesterday? Theresa asked, recalling her battle with Demeter. Although they have defeated quite a lot, there are still many of Olympus principal ranks left. Zeus and Hera, as well as Persephone and Hephaestus Hermes and Aphrodite. In addition, numerous great heroes and divine beasts appearing in mythology, including Achilles, are also forces that cannot be ignored. In order to break through all of that with a small number of elites, someone must be the bait. Teresa was thinking of making a board for Jinhyeok to y 1:1 with Zeus. no. Zeus will know that he must not lose any more of his gods, so he wont have to divert power. yes? Are you saying you will avoid fighting? That is a strange word. Does that mean youre going to stay still until we get to the top? Chun Yoo-seong also added to the question. Perhaps. Are we going to get therest without a fight? huh. Damn it. To say that Chun Yoo-seong furrowed his eyebrows at Jin-hyeoks unconcerned appearance. Still, I couldnt say anything more. This is because there has never been a time when Jinhyeoks words were wrong. At least as far as the Tower of Trials is concerned. soon. Everyone in the group finished their preparations. Jinhyeok took the lead and the rest of the members followed. How long did it take? For several hours, the enemies did not even show their noses. As Jinhyeok said, until he reached the top of Olympus. It was a bloodless entry It was true. What the hell are these guys thinking Cheon Yoo-seong put on an expression of amazement. Dont worry too much. What do you mean? Its a game Ive seen since. The reason Zeus didnt deploy troops was because he didnt have to. There was a far more effective way to y enemies who hade deep in than to grind out a bunch of warriors . Jinhyuk! In front of you! Andrea, who was on top of arge rock, found something. I saw something huge standing at the entrance to the summit. Just by facing each other, I felt the air change. Hercules. It is the strongest demigod that destroyed the Titans. Cuckoo coo! A tremendous pressure was transmitted through the skin. A horse is a half-god. In fact, it was Hercules who could destroy even the gods with force alone. Jinhyeok held the Spirit of Frost and Hongryeon respectively in one hand. Then he walked towards the front where Hercules was. Chapter 574 Chapter 574. At dawn (3) Hercules stood like a mountain and looked at Jinhyeok who was approaching. After a long, long journey, I finally get to face you. There were several opportunities to fight before, but due to all sorts of obstacles, the confrontation was often canceled. But not anymore. Because we met on the road now. Only one will survive and move forward. that buck Jinhyuk walked silently. And stopped at close range of Hercules. About 10m in distance. However, if Hercules jumping power is taken into consideration, he can only earn a moment less than 0.1 second. Huh A strange exmation flowed from Hercules mouth as he entered the range without hesitation. Ive been through countless battles so far. None of them dared to show so much confidence in themselves. Even Thor, one of the most powerful gods in Northern Europe, avoided distance as much as possible. Youre not going to block my club with that little dagger and spear like a toothpick, are you? Hercules slung his signature weapon over his shoulder. It is a club that looks ignorant because it is not heavy. If you even brush it, you wont be able to pick out a bone. Well, its such a big, slow ball of iron. If it doesnt hit, isnt it enough? Its slow Where would you like to test it with that body? However much. Jinhyuk smiled brightly. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Different magical powers collided head-on. Moment. Quaang! Hercules body disappeared. It was a rush of tremendous speed that put its size to shame. The club, which crossed the side, headed for Jinhyeoks waist at once. Boooooong! A terrifying sound of wind followed. Jinhyeok lowered his head with a piece of paper. And immediately stabbed the dagger. Kagagak! shallow Even the sword de was manifested, but the de only slightly scratched the surface of the skin. Is this what it is like to have self-defense even if you just breathe? Sheesh. Before he could even click his tongue, Hercules second attack followed. fist this time. Because it took one turn to stab the dagger, it was impossible topletely avoid it. Jinhyeok reflexively injected magic into the spear of the spirit of frost. [Blessing of the Spirit of Frost C Crevasse in the Snowfield is activated!] Damn it! A thick wall of ice was created in front of Jinhyeok. At the same time, the ground cracked and a huge gap appeared. !? Hercules lost his bnce. Thanks to that, the power of the fist was also halved. Kwaaang! Fists and ice collided. Even though he performed an acrobatic defense, a tremendous shock pierced his entire body. It is destructive enough to let go of the strings of consciousness at once. Kuk! Jinhyeok bit his lip and pulled out the right arm and leg of Tombgrave. ck mes bloomed on his ck arms and legs. After using the unique voice Phase 2, the appearancepletely changed. You Hercules eyes became heavy. I felt an unusual energy. Ill smash that ominous ck me and throw it away! The very moment the club was about to head for the top of the head again. Jinhyuk let go of the opponents power. And he dug deep into his open arms. Bang! Hercules head snapped to the side. The shock wave spread behind him, knocking down trees several tens of meters away. Kwaaang! Fuck! Continuous blows that run without rest. I only aimed at the pit of the stomach, the heart, and the vital parts of the face. Driven by momentum, Jinhyeok put a spear into Hercules abdomen. A cold chill on the tip of the Frost Spirits spear. The ancient magic circles connected to the Six Stars continued to shine. Dot to dot are connected by lines, and pure white snow and ice are fully bloomed. Parts! A blow of the cold that seemed to freeze everything unleashed. The temperature of the area changed and even the moisture in the air froze. Avoiding, sleeping, and without a bird to do. Greateup! sphemy! Hercules entire body was encased in a pir of ice. ??? This is amazing. Is this Jinhyuk-nims battle? Teresa and Andrea gulped and watched the two monsters fight. The confrontation between the absolutes who had already far transcended the human realm was beyond theirmon sense. Just being nearby makes my blood dry. Chun Yoo-seong also bit his mrs in anger. Damn it Not only did he open his unique sacred spear, he also defeated Dionysus 1:1. Now, he thought it was worth fighting against the absolutes who ruled the tower. but. No matter how much I grow and be strong the number of cases of winning against that old person did note to mind. Are you saying its still not enough? I thought I was almost there. The gap was still the same. No, it might have happened more. But just then Crunchy! Quadduk! A crack urred in the ice pir that I thought I hadpletely trapped. Soon,rge pieces of ice fell to the floor. Its quite right. Hercules brushed off the ice powder from his body. Although he received a slight shock, his spection was not broken in the slightest. Rather, while fighting the Titans, the thought of being able to solve the regrets made my body hot. Yeah. It was a move that took a lot of effort, but I never thought it woulde off so easily. I guess the saying that I am the strongest in Olympus is true. Jinhyeok shrugged and eximed. however. Of course, I forgot to add one more word. You who always take the lead when Olympus is at its most critical Why are you being treated so coldly? Im being treated like cold food? Hercules, who was about to attack again, stopped on the spot. A wave arose on the calm surface of the water. Jinhyeok prepared a slightlyrger pebble. Thats right. Even if you protected Olympus from the Titans, thats all. It is only used as a watchman and as a lesser demigod. You dont even get paid for it. If you talk any more with that pierced mouth, know that you will not die gracefully. What the hell do you know about me! know. what? You dont want to. Being hated by Hera just for being born. That he loved his wife and children more than anyone else. That he always fought for the weak and never used his power recklessly. I know everything. Because the demigod called Hercules had to be a troublemaker. Although strong, he is ignorant and needs someone to lead him. Its just written like that in mythology. How can you do that An earthquake urred in Hercules pupils. Because no one knew about this until now. Even though I knew exactly, I pretended not to know. If you join me, I will stop being taken advantage of. The way you want to live, the way you want to live. of course. Your family will be with you. Hercules wife and children did not die. Before crossing the River Styx, Hades held him hostage and imprisoned him. Since then, Hercules has been the faithful hands and feet of Olympus and has handled all kinds of dirty work. To avoid losing my family again. . As Jinhyeoks words continued, Hercules expressionpletely copsed. Its the first time Ive seen Dae-Hyo like this. I was so shocked that I froze with my mouth wide open. It must be embarrassing. A human who appeared out of nowhere knew the internal circumstances better than the main god. You may be confused by faith and doubt, but your choice is fixed anyway. Hercules will never give up this bait. but. [The supreme god of Olympusmends you for your absurd remarks!] [I sternly warn Hercules not to fall for the snakes tongue!] Parchut! Pachichik! A number of Astrapes shed in the sky. father? Hercules looked nkly at the sky. If all of that many Astrapes fell, hell would unfold. However, unlike Hercules, who was afraid, there was no tension in Jinhyeoks expression. Hmm. To throw lightning again? Are you nning to wipe out everyone on your side with me, just like you did in Hades? Now up there, not only Zeus, but also the rest of the gods are with us. Of course, that snarky guy didnt tell everyone that Hades was dead. At most, Hermes, who was with him at the time. one will be all [The highest god of Olympus tells us to refrain from unfounded nonsense.] [I strongly order Hercules to return.] The lightning bolts burned all at once. It is a threat to wipe out all of them if they continue to appease them. He also said that he would give up the trust of the rest of the gods rather than lose Hercules. Well, lets just do this for the first day. I dont want to face your lightning on a road like this. Are you going to leave like this for a second? Are you serious, Jinhyeok? But The colleagues who were watching raised their voices at the words of giving up Hercules. It was because, from anyones point of view, there was only one step left to appeasement. Hmm. Well, its possible because the kids cant see this. in fighting the enemy. No, there was something else that was the most important thing in climbing the Tower of Trials. [Copy condition: Hercules was only used by Olympus for his entire life. If you can break the chains that bind such a great hero, you will be able to copy one of his unique Holy Lance and unique abilities. (As a prerequisite, freedom of the family must be secured first, and Hercules hostility toward Zeus must also be raised to a certain level.)] Ill have to raise the hostility a bit and save my family, and then appease them. Whether Olympus fights for its fate with Norse. No matter which main character has a heartbreaking story. To be honest, that doesnt matter to us. Its a new wave drama, because even if you look through the view tube, there are overflowing by type. The important thing is how to copy the delicious ability. Hercules unique ability, The Twelve Tasks. My heart was already pounding at the thought ofbining this with the ability of the Tombgrave, a giant god. Jinhyuk turned around without hesitation. Besides swaying Hercules, there was an important purpose to be aplished here. I must have sounded smart, right? He must have noticed it because he was so upset. And maybe someone wille by tonight. Lets go. I did everything I had to do. All that remains is tozily wait for the fish to bite the bait. ??? There were quite a few ces to spend the night near the top of the mountain. Just tweaking it a bit. of course. There was no need to worry about that part, as there were plenty of spirits and other reliable workers. Hehe. Heck Master. i really die look. The soul is escaping. Can you see this? Mogiyi Miyooooo! How do you make a house with 4 bathrooms and 4 rooms with a bathtub in 3 hours instead of just a hut!! I dont even know what an air purifier is, even if its okay to freeze it in the refrigerator. Disgruntled screams erupted here and there. Its obvious, but its all dismissed. Jinhyeok sipped orange juice while wearing sunsses. If you feel like leaving, just tell me. Dont be burdened. Really? Yes. I dont have a pen to use when writing my resignation letter, so I can use this sword here. Balmungs de spewed a terrifying anticipation. How are you going to use it? There is no such thing as ink? how to write If you poke it once, the ink will pour out, so dont worry about that part. Do you want to test how thick the inkes out? Heeik!! W I will work hard. I really like building houses. right? thats right. Ill build a house thats nice enough to go to Gangnam! Mosquito Mosquito! Everyone nodded madly with enthusiasm. By the time the sun went down, the wonderful mansion waspleted. I fell into a deep sleep while relieving my fatigue. In the darkness, where people havepletely disappeared. Roaring! A faint breeze blew and scattered the mes of the campfire. A figure thatpletely covers the body with a long hood. A strange visitor came to the residence of the deceased person corporation. Chapter 575 Chapter 575. Embers of deep rebellion (1) I couldnt feel any magical power from my light steps. like a shadow A hooded figure silently entered the camp of the Dead Man Corporation. p p The sound of firewood burning resonated particrly loudly. The intruder scanned the area intently, searching for something. But just then Everyone is sleeping soundly, so if you have something to see, let me know. Chun Youseong, who was leaning against a tree, opened his mouth. The hooded man paused. You seem to be a genius. Do you know me? of course. You are the main force of the Dead Man Corporation and the ranker who single-handedly defeated Dionysus. There is probably no one among the higher deities who does not know the name of Cheonyuseong. As such, the names of those who belonged to the Goinmul Corporation were bing widely known day by day. Sreung! Chun Yuseong drew his sword halfway. The blue sword light spread through the moonlight. He was trying to activate the sword song. I just came to chat! Where is the yer Kang Jin-hyuk? Before finding someone, wouldnt it be better to reveal your identity first? what happened After we capture him alive, lets ask him slowly. Quaang! Chun Yoo-seong filled the seat. The distance narrowed in an instant. The sword crossed dizzily. Its not a kill, but one sword was optimized for stealing the opponents mobility. Kuk! The hooded man bit his lip. I get hurt when Im struggling with it. I have no choice but to deal with him with all my heart. I have to calm down first and then continue the conversation. Once the decision was made, action followed quickly. Parts! ck sparks formed on her slender fingertips. The mes of the bonfire shook violently as the malevolent aura spread. Youre finally showing your true colors. Chun Youseong also released his magic while holding the sword with both hands. [The 10th Type 10 of the Soul Dance] The sword started singing. Against this, a heterogeneous cloud of clouds rose up. [The skill waves in the deep night is] But right before the magical powers collide. Its so noisy that I cant sleep. You told me to stay up all night, what the hell are you doing thiste at night? Jinhyuk appeared scratching his head. Its a bonus to yawn like you made up a lot. Beside them stood Theresa and Andrea in their pajamas. Umm What happened? Rubbing his eyes with a sleepy expression. An intruder came and was about to subdue it. Its overpowering. It looks like theyre trying to cut them to pieces, not capture them alive. Im not kidding, hes the kind of guy who would really kill me and say that it was a mistake. But it would be better not to say it directly. Because that guy hasnt tasted blood yet. If possible, it is safe not to touch the nting of Cheon Yoo-seong. Even to protect precious lives. great job. From now on, Ill take over. It seems like the other person also has business with me. Sheesh. Chun Youseong reluctantly put the sword in. A sigh of relief flowed from between the hoods. As a token of gratitude to Jinhyeok for stopping him. Its the first time Ive met you in person. As soon as I took off the hood, a woman with a beautiful appearance appeared. My name is Persephone. what? no way. If its Persephone shes one of the main gods of Olympus! An earthquake urred in everyones pupils. I expected that he would be an unusual person, but I never imagined that the grade he gave me woulde. Besides, Persephone out of nowhere. You are not surprised. Persephone stared into Jinhyeoks eyes. Because Jinhyeok was the only one who didnt have emotional ups and downs. Because you must have overheard the conversation between Zeus and I earlier. I expected it toe at least once. The arrival of Persephone was already predicted. And So is it true? The fact that Zeus killed my husband? That Persephone would ask this question was also a set procedure. Big! greatness! Trim the neck first. Then you have to properly put your emotions into it. It is true. Its true that we fought Hades-sama, but the two of us tried to acknowledge each others skills and end it in a draw. I was trying to find a new point of agreement instead of fighting to death. Jinhyuk made a sad expression. As sad and pitiful as possible. No, like swallowing the pain of cutting out your intestines. I pretended to be my best friend standing in front of the sangju. Hades-nim was filled with rage at thest moment and vowed revenge. However, since he was seriously hurt, he asked me instead. Ask him to put a dagger on his brother. Payeng! He took out a handkerchief and blew his nose. I also stole the tears that didnt flow. It works. It was because his acting skills were at their peak thanks to countless scams up until now. Yeah I see. Truly Zeus No, Zeus was like that Persephone quietly pondered what Jinhyeok had said. It is now. Speaking of which, I have a favor to ask of you. Please? yes. Jinhyeok took out a pomegranate and handed it to Persephone. Please feed this secretly to the other gods. Zeus would be best, but Hera or Hermes would be fine. This Persephones face trembled slightly as she received the pomegranate. It must have been because he remembered what happened in the past, when he was forever bound by the underworld. Memories I want to erase. Losing freedom was a terrible nightmare that nothing couldpare to. but. Zeus killed his family. Judging from the reaction of Zeus and Hermes at that time, it was certain that they had killed Hades with Astraphe. In fact, I found a trace of it when I was collecting Hades body an hour ago. The worry didntst long. Persephone put the pomegranate in her pocket. All right. Instead, please dont kill the other gods except Zeus. If you promise me that, I will help you. Its good. I also want to prevent unnecessary killing as much as possible. With that, another alliance was formed. ? After a while, Persephone leaves. The rest of the members looked at Jinhyeok with shocked faces. It was absurd to lie without spitting on your mouth even once. Whats more absurd is that all these situations were anticipated and designed. In particr, Chun Yoo-seong was feeling fear beyond absurdity. Its not something that can be done just by making it in advance. It cant be exined by luck either. Unless you knew everything in advance. No way A strange sense of incongruity felt from the museum. At first, I thought that Jinhyeok had climbed the tower to the 20th floor in the past. Later, as we got together, I thought that I might have been to the 30th floor. but. Everything is wrong. Its not just the 30th floor. Even if you take it as a minimum, it is in thete 30th floor. It may have exceeded the mid-40s. Does that guy even know information about the top of the tower? Recently, when I gathered information about the tower, there were several mentions of those beings that should not be mentioned beyond the gods that cover mythology. It was so tricky and difficult to ess, so I couldnt dig more than that, but there were definitely those who dominated the top. Chun Yu-seong felt a strong sense of curiosity and jealousy at the same time. While burning the desire to be stronger and stronger. *** In Olympus, where Zeus is located, a banquet was in full swing. It was nominally a ce tomemorate the dead gods and to strengthen the unity of the remaining. Zeus, who sat in the highest seat, drank the ambrosia. It was an expression devoid of emotion. In fact, for Zeus, how many gods died was not so important. The only thing that matters is whether he can maintain his position as the head of Olympus. It was enough to pick up and fill in other peopleter. It was because the strong man appeared new at any time. Right then. Thank you for providing this opportunity for my husband and brothers and sisters. Persephone bowed her head respectfully. A lot of things happened because of that demon. I too am heartbroken to lose an old brother. I must get revenge, right? To my husbands enemies. Obviously. When I capture him alive, I will give you that chance first. Thank you so much. Then, I will raise a drink to the supreme god of Olympus in hopes of victory. Persephone divided the ambrosia from the jar into her cup with Zeus. And suggested a toast. Persephone drank the ambrosia first. Next, Zeus drank the ambrosia full of it in one gulp. If its not A fishy smile crept across Persephones lips. I will pray that my revenge will be fulfilled. what? Zeus widened his eyes at the cold and bloody murder that gave you goosebumps. But it was only for a short while. staggering My body lost my bnce and shook. [The absolute judgment Order of the Underworld is activated!] Kukukuku! ck strings rose from the ground and bound Zeus body at once. Do you want to survive ying this prank? Although the order of the underworld is an absolute judgment, Zeus cannot be captured forever. only a few hours. that would be the limit A few hours should suffice. If youe back, Ill burn you and kill you right away Zeus words didnte to an end. Because the view immediately changed. The familiar view of Olympus disappeared and the underworld filled with blood and death unfolded. And in the center stood Jinhyeok, who had finished preparing for the decisive battle. Is that what you did too? I ate one. Zeus clicked his tongue. I tried to create favorable conditions and situations by dragging out as much time as possible. Rather, it seems that the opponent will fight as he wants. Thats why you should have been nice to the people below you. Isnt this what happens when you just use what you want and then throw it away mercilessly? I am dumbfounded to hear you say that. Rumors of bad rumors are all going around. Kuhm! Its bullshit, its bullshit. How much everyone likes me Come to think of it, where are all those proud colleagues left alone? Theres no way he came alone against me. Are you preparing for an ambush somewhere? Well how are you? It may or may not be. Jinhyuk shrugged. Excessively rxed and provocative. Typically shaking opponents before a fight. but. Seeing how rxed you are, you must have not heard from me yet. News? Suddenly, what news? Was there some interesting event happening without my knowledge? Hahaha! Doesnt he know that his most precious being is being hunted? Its really pathetic. Zeus, who had exploded with light, waved his hand into the air. [The Lightning Peep Door is open!] Parts! Through the window made of lightning and lightning, the silver-haired Jinjo was visible. Its Alice. Seeing that he still uses blood-based magic, it seems that he is receiving magic power through the pure-blood crown as instructed in advance. But something is strange. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Wow! An absurd number of enemies were lined up around Elise. Damn it. Avoid now! We need to secure an escape route. Beriel, who wasmanding with all her might, and Elise, who was at the forefront of blocking the enemy, were in danger. There are too many of you! The assault force is all destroyed. The escape route has failed. Defense lines are crumbling! Beriels blood rtives screamed with pale faces. All kinds of demon kings in the demon realm were pouring an onught to secure the crown. Its a really touch-and-go situation. It was unknown how long Alice and Beriel would survive. It seems like youre running out of time. Zeus leisurely took out the Astraphe. Chapter 576 Chapter 576. The embers of deep rebellion (2) Keuuh Elise pursed her red lips. After the existence of the pure-blooded crown was known, demon lords attacked. Individual strength was strong, but the bigger problem was the number of troops they brought. There is no end. Its not a difference of several times or dozens of times. Demons and monsters at a level that it was meaningless to count began to trample Beriels territory like water. The crown! If we obtain the crown, even the demon will grant our wish. okay. No matter what happens, you have to capture him alive. In everyones eyes, only one desire was burning. Sheesh. Its almost like putting seasoning on a tigers oyster anding in. Didnt that snarky human tell you what to do in this case? I dont know either. The contractor just said to hold out as long as possible. That sounds like a guy. But I dont know how long I canst. Its pretty close now. Beriel looked at the enemiesing through the walls. He had already given up on the outskirts and ins and was focusing on defending the base as much as possible, but that wasnt enough. A few hours at most. Within it, enemies will attack with resistance. Even other demon lords hold on to each other in order to im the crown. If the forces were united as one, it was impossible to endure. Miss Beriel. Wouldnt it be better to leave this ce and hide for a while? I agree. Staying here is tantamount to suicide. I think youd better give up the crown, too. If you have that, the pursuit team will follow you to the end of the Pandemonium. Each of the newly elected blood rtives also added a word. but. no. Alice had no intention of leaving this ce. Jinhyeok asked. Help Beriel to protect the territory. He said that if he endured as much as he could, he would surely let him win. I believe in that. At least the contractors he knows hes never let me down. [Alice activates the Book of Revtion C Blood Castle!] Sneaky! Drops of blood that had been shaking all around began to spread along the walls all at once. Those who are worth their lives shoulde into my sanctuary. Like a living thread. The entire wall was covered with blood magic. Keye? Kreurreu The beasts who rode the wall without hesitation tilted their heads. But it was only for a moment. Pupper puck!! The thorns protruding from the thread veins frantically pierced the intruders. A kind of absolute defense. The anti-military defense skill shined in a situation where it was being pushed unterally. It was such an outrageous skill that everyone who watched it opened their mouths wide. Is this the true ancestor of pure blood, Ellis von Ataraxia? Beriel looked at Elise with admiration and awe. With this guy, it might really be possible. Defending the base with this number of people. Its fun. Its a thought thates to my mind once again, but Im d I got on the same boat with a human named Jinhyeok. If I had chosen another apostle, I wouldnt have felt this thrilling excitement and tion. There is no retreat. Everyone to keep their positions until the end. Its been a while since I said goodbye to the other demon lords. Beriel also leaned the ck spear on her shoulder and jumped down the wall. *** The window that was opened has been closed. A heavy silence descended on the underworld. Ha ha ha! I can see that you are eagerly waiting for me, but I feel sorry for you. It looks like youre stuck here. Zeus bursts into madness. It was unbearably satisfying to know that everything worked out the way I wanted it to. Looking at Jinhyeok, who was especially in trouble, it felt like the 1,000-year-old congestion was going down. My little queen looks so funny. It will probably oust your fight with me, so you dont have to worry about that. Well, that is also true. Anyone like you will be reduced to ashes with a single stroke of my lightning. Roaring! Zeus took out the blinding lightning bolt. A huge light descended on the dark underworld. The armor that emits hot heat also seemed to burn everything around it. This is the highest god of Olympus. It is the full armament of Zeus. I seeit felt like this. Jinhyeok twitched his fingers as he received Zeus mana with his whole body. Goosebumps rose all over the body at the formidable enemy he hadnt fought in a long time. One mistake could lead to death. Normally, I would have enjoyed this tension more I cant help it now. Skip the seasoning and do your best from the beginning. Jinhyeok opened the subspace inventory. [Crown of defeat is activated!] What came out was an ink-colored crown. Whoops! A heavy mana flowed along the nerves of his whole body. My heart raced and my senses sharpened like needle points. Yes, you also had a crown. I left him alone because I didnt want to fight with that troublesome guy from Moorim, but now that its like this, Ill get the crown. Zeus threw back his shoulders while holding the astraphe. The javelines. Jinhyeok took his stance. Avoiding lightning at this distance is next to impossible. If thats the case all you have to do is take it from the front and close the distance at once. Jinhyeok focused his attention on Zeus while firmly supporting the ground with both feet. For a moment, it felt as if all the mana was being sucked into Zeus surroundings. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Something that transcends cognition was condensed toward a single point. Just looking at it makes my skin burn and I feel like Im about to lose consciousness. Die with regret for daring to attack God. mortal. chump chump chump! Astrafe was fired. It is rather more powerful than when Hades breath was cut off. Jinhyeok took out Balmung and the Spear of the Frost Spirit at the same time and crossed them. At the same time, the entire body was covered with a beam of light created through Mand and Blessing of the Stars. Wow! In less than 0.1 second, a terrible shock struck my consciousness. I wonder if this is what it feels like to have each cell torn to shreds. But dont let your mind wander. Because this one attack was the only chance to get close to him. Jinhyeok threw the spear of the spirit of frost. Streams of ice rushed through the smoke. !? This time it was Zeus turn to panic. He never expected to use one of his most powerful weapons for mere throwing. But thats only for a short while. The thought of being stupid followed. Do you think I specialize only in attacks? [Zeus activates the holy relic Lightning Armor!] [The activation of the holy relic within 1m is restricted due to the power of lightning.] The lightning gathered and changed into armor. A fraudulent defensive skill that has the effect of limiting abilities. Fuck! The spear was blocked without prating Zeus chest. Still, its quite good. To break half of this armor with a casually thrown spear Huh? Zeus expression, which had beenughing, changed 180 degrees. It was because a terrible cold air welled up from the window of the Frost Spirit. sphemy! Ice powder clung to Zeus body. Before he even tried anything, he froze his armor and even his skin. Ignoring the power of the lightning armor that limits the activation of abilities. What a bastards spear is this? Ive lived countless years and know everything about quite a few holy relics. It was by far the first spear with this kind of ability. However, before the surprise subsided, Jinhyeok, who used the Gemma Cheonryungbo, reached right in front of Zeus. Kuk! Zeus reacted even in the midst of it. He stretched out his hand and threw an electric shock. Pew! Jinhyeoks body turned into ck ashes. No, I thought it had changed. Wee to the fire? A fake created through remaining moonlight. It was right up there that I could feel the presence. Booung! Zeus avoided Balmung by a single piece of paper. Thanks to that, my posture slightly copsed. Thats how sharp the surprise was. Its quite good, but Parts! Another astraphe pierced Jinhyeoks heart. however. This time, the ufortable feeling of difort did not go away. The moment when the thought of no way passes. sour! Unfamiliar sensations ran through my body. ??? You only have one chance to attack. Whoops! The original magical power and the magical power of the crown of defeat were added to the balmung held with both hands. from left to right. A sword strike like a sh crossed. Kagagak! The de added weight to the cracks created by the Frost Spirits spear. A bunch of sparks shot out in all directions. Kuaa! The first scream of pain escaped Zeus mouth. Absolutely, it was the first time I had this kind of pain. Jinhyeok concentrated his mana and tried to put his strength into it. With just a little more you can split the torso in half. But just then. Pupper puck! In the ce where Jinhyeok was, spears made of lightning fell. The ground became so muddy that it was difficult to recognize the shape. Whew A sigh of relief came from Jinhyeoks lips. If I had been a littlete, my whole body would have been full of holes. You dont mind drinking this shit Do you know what the hell you did? The ruler of Olympus and the absolute one who will conquer the tower in the future is this body! Certainly, it must be a big deal to ce a knife needle once. Zeus, whose lid had beenpletely opened, began to move properly. Because countless Astraphes appeared above the skies of the underworld. Zeus, whose eyes turned blue, poured out his life. [Zeus activates his unique spear Thunder God!] Due to the nature of Astrafe, which does not stop until the target ispletely burned, 1 second invincibility is useless. The only insurance is resurrection through Blessing of the Stars. [Triple magic is activated!] Attribute magic consisting of ice, fire, lightning, and light unfolded at once. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Pachichik! Thunder and roars echoed here and there. However, the difference in numbers was clear. The Astrafe filled the sky was enough to cause a thrill just by looking at it. Even the smartest guy cant avoid all of this. If I get it right even once, then its my victory. Ugh. I know you have to invest a lot to make one Astrafe Are you going to use it all because of me? Jinhyeok deliberately trembled. Then, before the full-scale battle began, he added a word. Ah and. Didnt I say where all my colleagues went earlier? The answer to that question is simple. Im looking for Hercules family. The shackles that can be said to be the only weakness. With that gone, Hercules will have nothing to shy away from. There was even less reason to follow the orders of Olympus, including Zeus. If the demigod, who has been treated like a ve until now, is freed, where will that old anger go? The side with the time limit is always fixed. only. You just dont know that its not you. Chapter 577 Chapter 577. The end of the mythical war (1) Ttiring! [Copying conditions have been met.] Chun Yu-seong, Teresa, and Andrea freed Hercules family from the underworld. This is the message of its sess. Because Im sure its reliable. I felt that I was good at trusting and entrusting it. At the same time, the burden he was carrying melted away. Now you will be able to take the lead in all situations and expand your options. On the other hand. Pudeudeuk . Zeus, who was driven into a corner, cursed at all of this situation. Hercules Huh? His familys location will keep changing. How did you find out? Even if Persephone was there, it would be impossible to pinpoint its exact location. Just in case, I left this part to the warriors I personally picked. Having reigned at the top for a long time because I knew that the fall of the kingdom was always because of those closest to me. Ah that? Jinhyuk shrugged. I have one helper who is very good at tracking. Its called Artemis. There is a chaser optimized for hunting. When the sun goes down, all abilities increase by 30%, but the Underworld, which is always night, was the best hunting ground for her. In addition, the fact that Hades died and the position of the master of the underworld became vacant also yed a part. They say theres no one to trust in the world Youve grilled and boiled our side. If the original leader is ipetent, the dissatisfaction of the employees below him builds up. Yes, admit it. The number fight is great, and the intelligence operation is also excellent. But there is a crucial loophole in your n. Zeus gathered the power of lightning. Parts! Kurrung Quaang! Kwak Kwa Kwak! There was thunder and a huge number of sparks flew in all directions. No matter how much you joke around, in the end it will be useless if you, the head of it all, die. [Thunder God (Thunder God) C Sphere of Lightning is activated!] Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa! Lightning struck all at once. knocked down and hit again. Until everything in front of you goes back to nothing. Overwhelming horsepower and numbers. There seemed to be nothing that could leave a shape in the sight stained white. Even the main gods body seemed difficult to handle the wrath of Zeus. How many thunderbolts did that strike? Acrid smoke billowed up at the ce where the long and long natural disaster had ended. Thats too much for just one human. No matter how great he was, he couldnt have escaped all these thunderbolts. Still, it was hard to imagine surviving in that environment. however. no way? The sight that appeared as the smoke cleared was shocking. *** [Fusion seeded.] [A new unique holynce is opened due to the unique ability Tombgraves right arm and leg of the unique ability 12 Tasks of the unique sacred spear Phase 2.] [The unique sacred spear Nemesis ] Contents: You can temporarily recall Hercules body, and you can use the unique holy spear and unique abilities of all giants, including Tomb Grave. In addition, the four crystal spheres allow you to implement absolute defense in response to the opponents attack. However, while this ability is active, a lot of physical strength and magic power are consumed at the same time.] [The fused ability is stored in the Memory of the World.] Reading the status window that appears one after another. Jinhyeok felt a pleasant sense of tion throughout his body. Finally. Due to the existing abilities and the abilities copied from Hercules, he has obtained one of the strongest powers. This is the moment when one of the many conditions to conquer the 50th floor is achieved. Kwuk The gaze turned to the body. As in Phase 2, the body turned ck. However, a much sharper and sharper ck me burned than at that time. Four purple crystal balls were floating 1m away from the body. You bastard what the hell how? Zeus stuttered. Its because I didnt even think that I would be fine if I bought it in there. Not even a single sore. Even if it was Hercules that was there, it would be impossible. Thats what it means You mean you jumped over it. It means that he obtained a body that exceeded that of Hercules. The astonishment and bewilderment did notst long. Quaang! Jinhyeok took his seat. Due to the power of the Crown of Pandemonium, the effect of Heavenly Demons Reign has been greatly increased. A storm pierced the atmosphere. Jinhyeok, who entered the realm made of lightning, came to Zeus nose. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Condensed mana and mana collide. In terms of time, it was less than 0.1 second, but it was enough time to pierce each others hearts. Took! Jinhyeoks fist touched the armor of Zeus. [Heukcheon Demon Hwanggong and Cheonma Shin Gong] The two martial arts that are rooted in Murim have been merged into one. [Shin Gong Hwa] This is an area that even the two of them dont know about. It was a stage that only those who had experienced and mastered both new skills could reach. The strange energy resonated with the crown of Paedo, bringing a deeper light to the fist. The blue light condensed into one point broke through the limit and exploded. A thousand mrs, typified by the Thousand-A-Rye Fist, devoured Zeus body. Kaga gak gak! Aagh! The gathered lightnings scattered all at once. Cuckoo coo Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! with a shockwave. Zeus flew to the oppositeke. Jinhyeok looked at the front without moving from his seat. Dont be rude. Why are you making such a pained sound? Zeus is not just about to die. Of course, there was a shock, but it wouldnt be enough to break the fighting spirit. At least if its the prideful main god I know. That moment. Parts! Thepressed Astrafe shot through the thick vapor. Unlike the indiscriminate pouring earlier, it was a real Astrafe that had beenpressed several times. Whoops! Jinhyeok activated another ability on the spot. [12 tasks C Hercules bow is summoned.] [Tombgraves right and left arms are reproduced.] Hercules true majesty is not closebat. The point is arrows coated with Hydra poison and archery based on overwhelming power. It was unbelievable with normal strength stats, but I got a body that could make it possible. A thousand pounds of protest was pulled in the blink of an eye. Paaang! The arrow collided with Astrafe at one point. shing The shes flickered. perfect offset. There was no advantage to the mana scattered in the air. Its on par with my Astrape. It wont be easy to decide whether to win or lose. As if it was hard to ept reality, Zeus gnashed his teeth. Its a whistle I agree with that to some extent. But thats it. If its a simr ability, wouldnt it be advantageous to have a higher number? It would take time to prepare to fly thepressed Astrafe. This is because the situation is a little different. [The unique vocalnce Remnant Moonlight is activated!] Jinhyeoks alter egos formed a wide circle around Zeus. At first nce, it seems that there are more than fifteen people. furthermore. [Inherent ability Strong Power is activated!] Several huge arms grew from the back of each alter ego. A bow was held in an arm that exceeded ten times the number of people. Lastly [The zodiacal sign Sagittarius is open!] The night sky opens. A dazzling constetion unfolded. Numerous arrows became meteors and prepared to fall. It was such a beautiful spectacle, but for some, a nightmare more terrible than anything else began. Zeus looked at the sight nkly and murmured. You bastard How many abilities do you have? Or, more than that, what exactly is it that allows you to reach this level? Bondi towers are given each individuals unique abilities and skills to support them. And only those who achieve extreme efforts will obtain a unique holy spear that goes beyond the limit. however. Why? Does that human have countless abilitiesparable to the Holy Lance? I hadnt even heard of this. Even the nonmon sense beings living on the 50th floor had no such case. If I tell you, you wont believe it. The top of the tower is a utopia that everyone dreams of, but no one has reached. Jinhyeoks main body put up a protest. at the same time. Meteors began to fall across the night sky. *** same time. Another wind was blowing from the Demon Realm. Ugh Elise frowned. A one-sided war situation. Even with the Blood Castle, which can be said to be the strongest anti-army defense skill, it was not enough to attempt a reversal. Road. Now You have to avoid it. Or they all die! So you kept saying. Is it a battle without a win? Ah, why is Ataraxia so stubborn? The Decassus patriarch was weaker than you, but he wasnt stupid! Ataraxias blood rtives, including Belus, and Ophelia also reached their limits. The damage from the vampires introduced from the middle was beyond imagination. Most of them are incapable of fighting. The death toll was also on the rise. At least, its a shame that Beriel tied the Demon Lords feet. If it wasnt for that, it would have been long gone. There is no hope. Alice herself knew that better than anyone else. but. I didnt want to run away. The other members, including the current contractor, must be fighting for their lives. I didnt want to choose a cowardly path that only I could save my life. His pride as an ancestor would not tolerate that. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Quaaaaagh! The Tsu side! The enemy breaks through. many! Eventually, the precarious wall was breached. A huge number of demonic beasts poured in between the cracks. It was the moment when the morale he had managed to maintain copsed in an instant. Rod what are you going to do? I will fight to the end. Sreung Eris pulled out her rapier and prepared for the final fight. The pure-blooded crown has already lost its brilliance. Maintaining the walls had exhausted everyst drop of mana. Now, only a weak girls body is left, not a great family head. Even so. The fire in his eyes did not go out. to the very end. If he died, he intended to spend his life as the head of Ataraxia. roar Kwaaang! Keeeh! Keeck! Suddenly, the sounds of the enemies could be heard. All lines of defense were broken. The remaining ones made up their will for a decisive battle. thud! cooong! thud! Thest iron gate blocking the enemy and this side was turbulent. Through the cracks, the bloodthirsty beasts could be seen. Power went into the hand holding the sword. But at that very moment. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah Kwah! Two beams of light crossed the battlefield. [Sweet potato fries activates Breath!] Due to the two breaths, thousands of demons evaporated on the spot. What is it? Its an enemy raid! Dragon No, its an ancient species! Although it suffered tremendous damage, the response was quick, befitting the demons who had fought numerous battles. Breaths cannot be used consecutively. It wasmon knowledge that everyone knew. If you aim before the breath fires again, you should be able to subdue it enough. but. Kwaaang! Taesan appeared in front of the demons who were trying to approach the two ancient species. Jeezerit! A terrible life that strangles the heart. Hercules, who becamepletely free, trampled the beasts wherever he could. Koooooo! The wrath of Hercules, who had lived as the hound of Olympus for eons of time, resounded. At the same time, the half-body that freely expressed umted resentment was to the extent that even the demon kings were reluctant to face it. Support from Northern Europe, which had been spared by the fall of Olympus, also continued. Pure white Pegasus filled the sky. Over a thousand Valkyries finished preparing to charge. Hmm. So, can we restore the castle from there? Loki pointed to the nearly copsed red castle. huh. Rescue allies inside. That is our number one goal. Frey, who served as the guide, nodded expressionlessly. Hahaha! Its really strange that its a rtionship. Hercules, who risked his life just a moment ago, became an ally this time. Thor also grabbed Mjolnir. The counterattack has begun. Its also very strong. Chapter 578 Chapter 578. The end of the mythical war (2) Keuuuu A deep silence flowed from Zeus mouth. He wasnt dead, but his whole body was still trembling because he had been hit by such a powerful attack. Even so, the area of lightning quickly repaired the wounds on the body. As expected strong is strong. If you did it humanly or spiritually, you might be able to stretch it out a bit They said it was infinite power. Killing Zeus, who could use the power of lightning, wasnt usually tricky. It reminded me of the nightmare of fighting against this guy for 10 days before. Jinhyeok again put an arrow on the protest. It was because he thought that he would definitely kill himself after attacking in the same way one more time. nce. Zeus, observing the movement of the constetions again, made up his mind. It is epting the reality that this is not possible. Its embarrassing enough to die. It was definitely the first time I felt this kind of contempt. so that. I will pay the price for daring to write this for me. [Zeus summons the Speedy Crown!] The subspace was distorted, revealing a very thin silvery crown. I know what it is without having to exin it. Jinhyeok looked at the crown with eyes mixed with tension and anticipation. There are three things you must get from Zeus. The first is Olympus hierarchy of dominion. The second is his unique sacred spear, Thunder God. And thest one was the Crown, which is the key to reaching the 50th floor and one of the most important relics in the tower. Am I finally taking it out The Crown of Swiftness is a holy relic that boosts speed and agility to the limit. It is an item that can maximize the advantage of Zeus, who specializes in attacks. However, Zeus did not like to use this crown. I wish I could be omniscient and omnipotent with only my own strength. It was because I didnt want to receive help from aids. Even so, the fact that he wrote that must mean he was angry enough to surpass his pride. Whoa! As I put the crown on my head, the air around me changed. Just like the crown of Paedo, an unusual wave shimmered and spread. In the first ce, Zeus, who has excellent basic specifications, has wings. From now on, you need to focus all your attention. chuck! Jinhyeok took out two daggers, the lightest weapon. Dark red rivers gushed from each dagger. and that moment. Pod! Zeus disappeared from sight. Left no right. I crossed my sword to defend myself, but there was no shock felt from my right side. Instead, I felt a heavy pain in apletely unexpected ce. Bang! Jinhyuks body bounced forward. A fist loaded with lightning struck his spine. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! After flying for several tens of meters, I was able to control my body. Kuk! I got up quickly and got up again. Zeus, who was moving at a tremendous speed, even had an afterimage that could be seen after a few seconds. [12 Tasks C Storm Shot is activated!] The clones made of residual moonlight fired arrows at once. At the same time, countless meteors fell from the constetions in the night sky. but. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! The situation is the opposite of before. Arrows were pouring in as they were, but the arrows could not even grazed Zeus body. Zeus, who left afterimages on afterimages, grabbed Jinhyeoks side. already!? Zeus lightning was half a beat faster than the speed of the dagger. If the attack is allowed this time, the blow is too great. Kuk! Jinhyeok activated the high-speed sword and deflected the lightning with a difference of a piece of paper. Kwaaang! Another huge sh of light shot out. Kakakakakang! The sword moved in line with the spear made of astraphe. at the same time. [Unique Holy Spear 8 Swamps is activated!] Poisonous puddles have colored this area green. It is a deadly poison that burns your flesh just by touching it. However, no matter how strong the poison is, it is useless if it does not reach you. Hahaha! Do you know that all crowns are not the same crown! depending on who owns it. And depending on the status of the owner, it can show offpletely different powers like this. Zeus, full of confidence, elerated even more. Its definitely worth shouting about. Its been a long time since Ive been hit like this. About a third of the clones have already been destroyed. The zodiac sign that supports the confrontation system was also cracked here and there. The depletion of mana and physical strength also exceeded expectations. Quaang! Jinhyeoks stomach turned over again. It felt as if lightning was tearing my internal organs apart. but. Kagak! The tip of Jinhyeoks sword also grazed the surface of Zeus armor. little by little you get used to it Now, with just a few taps, you should be able to catch up to the speed. hmm!? Zeus opened his eyes wide. Obviously, it is normal for the opponent to not be able to see their own shadow For some reason, the more they fought, the more they caught up with the movement of this side. Is this the kind I can get used to? Such nonsense. At the time of obtaining the crown of speed, he had managed to secure it only after mobilizing all the gods of Olympus. Even that was achieved through luck and manpower. I couldnt figure out the opponents movement until the end. can never admit It cant be. The likes of you theres no way I could do something I couldnt! [Thunder God activates Lightning Speed!] Zeuss body turned into a stream of lightning. The body that broke through the speed of sound moved around Jinhyeok, preparing to deliver the final blow. *** As expected. I was sure he would use maximum speed if he provoked him. Now its beyond the predictable range but the same goes for the opponent. Zeus wouldnt be familiar with the crown of swiftness either. Awesome! Every time the light flickered, wounds appeared on the body. Okay. Its all self-image. In addition, due to the nature of Nemesis, such a wound did not interfere with the battle. Jinhyeok keenly peeked at the timing in the blood. now! Jinhyeok gathered the mana from his whole body into one ce. Didnt you think you would be right for that! As if Zeus hadnt even thought about it, he dodged to the most dangerous part where the attack couldnt reach. However, the attack that followed waspletely different from what Zeus expected. Kwaaang! The target was the ground, not Zeus. [Trait Earthquake activated!] [cier-shaped Ice Wall activated!] The ground cracked like a turtles shell. At the same time, ice powder surged through the cracks. It takes away bnce and speed all at once. of course. This kind of yfulness would at best reduce the original speed by a few percent. Ah! Are you insulting this body to the end! Zeus leapt with lightning in both hands. but. Thats enough. only a few percent. Even the unfamiliar speed would not be able to be controlled, but it was enough to make me lose the feeling I was trying to find. Jinhyuk internally measured the timing. Exactly 0.068 seconds. The target is the heart. Before he could feel the lightning strike his chest, Jinhyeoks dagger crossed it from side to side. Fuck! Awesome! A different deafening sound rang out. *** Exactly a few centimeters from the heart. Zeuss fist pierced the body and was sticking out the other side. On the other hand, Zeus was also spurting blood like a fountain with a deep wound on the nape of his neck. Gaug kuk Zeus let out a whimper. trembling arms and legs. Because of the fatal injury, it was difficult to move properly. You fool you chose to die together? As long as he is attacked in a state of thunder, Jinhyeok will not be safe either. In fact, the burnt wounds were not regenerating. Jinhyuk spat out the blood in his mouth. damn it To be honest, it hurts terribly. Well, Im going to die too. This isnt a healer, so even if Gabriel came directly, he wouldnt be able to save him. But I dont care. You just have to die instantly. From the beginning, there is only one goal. It was to attract the opponent while protecting only the heart and head. If only the situation of Donggwijin was able to be produced, victory would be guaranteed. Soon, his panting breath stopped. Jinhyuk copsed on the spot. cooong! The moment your cold body touches the ground. [Blessing of the Stars: Resurrection conditions have been met.] The interrupted ritual resumed. Of course, the wounds inflicted by Zeus had disappeared like a lie. Tuk-tuk. After brushing off the dust from his body, Jinhyuk calmly trembled. Im sorry that Im the only one whos fluttering. Really, thinking about it again, I think its a scam. A monster such a guy. Zeus was still gasping for breath and very slowly healing his wounds. You are the monster. Its because his neck is half off and hes still alive. Are you going to be satisfied with this kind of cowardly match? If I fought properly, it would be my victory. Because I prefer to be a cowardly survivor rather than a fair corpse. Above all, in the Tower of Trials, the strong are not the strong, but the ones who survive are strong. Jinhyeok pulled out the balmung stuck in the ground. Took. The de touched the nape of Zeus neck. Balmung, infused with Grave of Swords and Endless Poison, let out a terrifying resonant sound. Zeus red at Jinhyeok from the front. However, unlike other enemies, he did not beg for his life. It must mean that he will protect only thest remaining pride as a leader who led a myth. I had no intention of insulting the enemy like that. I have already achieved all of my desired goals. [Copy condition: In order to copy the ability of Zeus, the supreme deity of Olympus, you must defeat him after making the opponent use all of his strongest means. If a material that does not conduct electricity is used, the radiation of the unique voice is limited.] Jinhyeok looked at the Thunder God stored in the Memories of the World. [Unique Sacred Spear Thunder God] Difficulty to obtain: Impossible to measure You will be able to wear lightning all over your body, and you will be able to use all types of lightning including Astraphe. A unique holy spear capable of attacking and defending at the same time. During the war with Olympus, he obtained too many things. Jinhyeok swung his sword with a single stroke. Awesome! Neat work sword without superfluity. Zeus head fell off. With that, the long, long mythical war came to an end. at the same time. Tring! Tring! T-ring! Enormous status windows filled my eyes. Most of them were status messages about leveling up. Some were holy relics and special items owned by Zeus. [The Quick Crown has been acquired.] [yer Kang Jin-hyeok owns 2 crowns.] [Goinmul Corporation owns 3 crowns.] [Everyone present in the tower is amazed at the incredible achievement. .] [An opportunity for the Primeval Beings to move is secured.] But that wasnt what caught my eye the most. [You have obtained] This is from here? What came out of the chest was unbelievable even when I saw it. Chapter 579 Chapter 579. The end of a mythical war (3) [You have acquired The Hermits Vige Map.] An old map with strange patterns. This must be one of the clues to find the Necronomicon. But how does Zeus have this? Like a god with high self-respect, he knew that Zeus also had a great desire to conquer the 50th floor. You must have invested a lot of time and money on your own. Still, I dont think Olympus or something like that would have one of the Necronomicons clues no way. Jinhyeok held the end of the map gently. Did Nyathotep y a joke? After deliberately entrusting this to Zeus, I let ite into my hands. If you think about it that way, everything fits right in front and back. The ce marked on this map was a very dangerous and unknown ce. Dig a trap against me Its fun. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth went up. Ill admit I put a lot of hard work into the perfect hunt, but well. It was already decided who wouldughter. Jinhyeok kept the map in a corner of the subspace inventory. The gaze turned to the side. [You have acquired Bullet of the Annihtor (x12).] Difficulty to obtain: Unmeasurable Content: The bullets engraved with ancient runes have magic that can kill things that cannot be killed, and with the proper user and gun, the strongest Can be used as a weapon. A consumable special item that only appears with extreme odds. ording to the worldview, the annihtor is an ancient top ranker that can be said to be the ancestor of the ranger. In the distant past, he climbed the tower to the 40th floor, but was eliminated by the Primordial Beings, who were ufortable with the menacing climb. As always. But I thought the rangers bullets,pletely erased by them, would fall. Is this also a coincidence? Or a perk reward for being the first to climb the tower? What is certain is that a trump card came into hand. Ill have to look for the belongings he left behind. This, too, would be every other day looking for a needle in the desert. You have to try. Jinhyeok stretched for a long time. Now that Olympus affairs have been sorted out, its time to focus on tracking down the book based on the clues weve gathered so far. Next. Tring! The personal status window is activated. Name: Kang Jin- hyeok Gender: Male Level: 303 Strength 119 Agility 131 Stamina 148 Magical Power 682 Gap 100 Luck 10 Adaptive 78 Spirit 307.29 Possessed Stat Points: 66 Possessed Coin: 36259454 upation: Ruler of Runes Unique Lance: Ring of Reverse Heaven Phase 2 8 Swamps White Night Final Genesis Down Fall re Eclipse. The Last Meister, Cheolyeonhwa, gue, Whispers of the Moon, Remaining Moonlight, Nemesis, Thunder God. Inherent abilities: Fusion, Grave of Swords, Blessing of the Stars, Judgment of Anubis, Blood Magic, Mand, 1 Second Invincibility, Thousand Poison), White Beast, All Worlds, Sanctuary of the Sun, Dark Heaven Demon Emperor, Triple Magic, Colossus Strike, Fire Dragons Breath, High-Speed Sword(ل) Right Hand of Tombgrave Berserker Realm of Wind Shadow Massacre The me of the Beginning Blood Explosion ck Tears Tombgraves Bridge Superpower God, The Core of the Legion, Ancient Barrier, Heavenly Demon God, Mentra Taming, Nihilism, Destruction of All Poison, Red Earth RidingR) Machine Lord Geukjin Taekwondo The Oath of the Dreamer The Will of the Ocean Current The Apostates Golden Apple Eating Growth The Hand of the Submissive Earthquake Acid Feeler. Poison Road. Kaskar Diav System Maniption (Limited) 12 tasks. Skill: The content of the skill is too much, so it is converted to a folded state. The price of handling Zeus and inheriting all the authority of Olympus was beyond expectations. His level rose to 22. In terms of stats, he received 66 points. Considering the amount of experience at level 300, which was evaluated as atrocious. It was an unbelievable result. Well, since youve dealt with one of the best gods, this should be enough. It was also sweet that his regr stats, which rose every time he battled, increased by about 70. The Thunder God and Nemesis are affected by both magic and physical stats, so this time I should focus on the physical strength. [HP increases from 148 to 198.] [Magic power increases from 682 to 698.] Ugh! As the stats were distributed, a soft light shone on his body. Thanks to a lot of stats, I could feel the growth all over my body. Now, finally Jinhyeok activated the newly acquired power of Olympus. [The Governing Council is convened under the authority of the temporary ruler.] The time to meet the new ves has arrived. *** Gulp. Kuhhmm. . Ufortable clearing of breath and silence intersect here and there. Weve had countless high-stakes meetings so far. Its the first time the person sitting in the top seat has changed. hey. Everyone sitfortably.fortable. Something to eat, something to drink, and some sleep. Just because I took the temporary inauguration in ce of Cronus, Im not the kind of person who is very disciplined or eager. Jinhyeok sat down in Zeus seat and offered food to the rest of the gods. Keuugh! You cant just eat it. If I eat it. Damn, I wonder if everyones personality goes away when they sit there I can clearly see the hardships going on in the future. But lets be d that Cronus isnt here. The gods were surprised and tableware As the refreshing and sweet taste spread throughout my mouth, the expression on my face became quite attractive . Jinhyeok smiled proudly. As expected, mincho is the most delicious when shared with everyone. What kind of terrible food. I should have died with honor. Haha I miss nectar and ambrosia. Theres really no such thing as hell outside the tower. I cant believe I enjoyed eating something like this. Thats why a monster like that woulde out. As if taking poison. The main gods swallowed the screams into themselves. At least Artemis was the only one who did not hide her happy feelings and ate grass. As Jinhyeok promised, Uranus and other items were collected to revive Apollo. It was a sess. It was still in a state of mind that was still in its infancy, but with enough time, it would be able to go back to the way it was before. As Artemis, she was fully rewarded for swearing allegiance to Jinhyeok. On the other hand, Elise and other Ataraxian blood rtives were settled. You won perfectly this time. Congrattions on your victory. Lord. Belus lifted the wine from the ss. Thanks to everyones hard work. Elise calmly passed those words away. A strange sense of incongruity flowed between the two . I heard about Belus true identity from the Eagle Owl not too long ago. Even so, the reason why I dont break off such an ufortable rtionship is because I knew that I had to keep my enemies closer than my allies. Yes, because I said it was a sword to hit the contractor. I have to find out what theyre up to. Until then, I dont want to give the other person a chance to find out and hide away. Ive tried to calm down the feeling of betrayal and anger that was boiling over Elise. But, thinking, Youre pretending. Bellus, no, another operator had already figured out all the facts. Since they were the ones who revealed the identity of Bellus in the first ce, there was no reason they couldnt see through Elises acting . One of the operators, the 25th year, failed to use Alice and even lost his life to Jinhyeok. He even manipted the system using his fraudulent abilities of fusion and copy, so he has no choice but to be stronger in the future . Its fortunate that I took the map of the town of . If its a hermits vige, its not a ce that even Jinhyeok knows perfectly. There will be a lot more chances to get out of the way. Especially since there are top rankers in that vige who climbed the tower in the past. Nyathotep is also very useful. At the point where the crown of swiftness was passed, intervention on the 50th floor became possible. Everything is going in favor of this side. Now its time to start the proper hunting. *** Exactly two weeks have passed since returning to modern times. Olympus Due to the fall, a huge change urred throughout the tower. All administrators went into emergency mode day and night. The rest of the forces were concentrating their power and thinking about the next move. It was like the time before the storm. Hmm. However, Jinhyeok, who can be said to be the core of the storm, was taking a leisurely vacation. He needed time before the next move anyway. Watching the rest of the gods get confused. Because it was so much fun. Contractor. Its your turn. Alice pped the table. Texas Holdem for the NO2 position of the Goin Corporation . I jumped up and rushed in. Jinhyeok trembled at the bloody murder felt here and there. Is it that much to have the authority to give orders to others other than the guild master? Or is it because of the reputation that is known externally as the deputy guild master? There are also things that can be done. After organizing it like this, it seems a bit attractive. Well, our guild has grown a lot. When I heard from Kim Hee-woong a few days ago, the number of applicants who said they wanted to join the guild exceeded 7,000. Even though only awakened people of at least B rank or higher were required as a requirement. Right then. Contractor! Ellis screamed once more, and for Ellis, who had only beenpromising, there was no choice but to heat up . Jinhyeok poured the magic crystals onto the table. It was the individuals freedom to bet on the stake. Whether it was expensive or intangible assets or information. It could be anything. And it was the dealer, Rick Hennessy, who judged the value. Hmm. Hmm. yer Kang Jin-hyeok. It s true that I asked for an invitation to see everyone, but you only invited me to be a dealer Oh, right! Rick, youve never tried Hyundai Coffee, have you? I happened to have some good coffee beans yer Jin-hyeok Kang bet 20 high-end magic stones. Ricks attitude changed 180 degrees, and he collected the magic stones with the skill of a professional dealer . I will bet on a non-emergency letter containing the new herb for the soul mortal sword. Chun Yu-seong threw a stiff book. is that a madman To throw a newly developed thing into something like this, risking his life with his soul mate? This is a ticket to attend the Banquet in Eden on Christmas Day. On that day, you can be with me all day. Theresa smiled and raised the holy-looking parchment. The saintess seems a bit crazy too Maybe her eyes are slightly open, which means that another personality is sticking out. Fur made from the tail of a nine-tailed fox uhm. Ill add a spirit. And the 3rd psychiatric ward. Hey. What if youre the owner of the 5th floor and put yourself in a psychiatric ward? My head hurts more and more. I will bet on a full set of cksmiths and workshops! Old man Orun! Didnt you change your whole life for that? The number ofbos I lose is 13. There are 133 winningbos. huh. Frey also threw two javelins into the table. Mosquito! Sweet Potato spat out the magic crystal in its mouth. The great Sweet Potato Captain says he will go all-in on behalf of the rest of the divine beasts and spirit beasts. Be sure to be the sub-guild master, put the wicked owner into aa, and then gulp everything no, hehe. Undine added a word. Everyone is insane. I dont know who will be number one, but everyone else will see hell. Chapter 580 Episode 580. Hermits Vige (1) Heaps of money. The table was overflowing with sacred relics and various items that made peoples eyes widen just by looking at them. . . His eyes shed with life here and there. There was no turning back because he had staked everything he had. Jinhyuk, who was watching, clicked his tongue. So why do you have to bet so ignorantly He said that gambling is a shortcut to disgrace, and there is nothing wrong with that. Thats what you see when you dont measure back and forth like that. What would you like to do, yer Kang Jin-hyuk? It asks whether to ept the raise or give up. well what should i do I fiddled with Jinhyeoks hand. Whoops. contractor. My hand is very strong. Elise smiled confidently. My hand is not easy either. Come in if you are confident. Me too. Mosquito. The odds are 33.25%. huh. Everyone says that what they are holding is the strongest. Hmm. I dont know how strong the hand is that even the hole yer in Holdem doesnt know but what if everyone is pitiful? This kind of bet ispletely out of bnce from the start? [The eyes of gluttony see through the targets hand.] Jinhyeok was already looking into the hearts of all the members. who is holding what How much to bet, whether to bluff or fish. entire. Teresa is holding a KQ and Mr. Orun is the 10.10 Packet Its worth a try from the two of thems point of view. Sweet potato is like a potato, 9 Q clover. Andrea is 109 , Frey is AJ, and Cheon Yoo-seong is KK. Wow, King Paket. It is the 2nd best card in all hands after AA. Anyway, this guy is pretty damn lucky. At the same time, the fact that the other person was me was pitiful to the point of death. Finally Alice. The hand of the great head of household was 2 7. It seems that vampires who are only proud of themselves know that what they have is the best. Do you think this is a battle of stamina, not a head-to-head fight? sincerely? Because he was put out on the water. He doesnt know anything about the world outside ofbat. [The lucky stat is activated at the highest level.] Jinhyeok nced down at his hand. AA. The best card in existence. If you dont y strange cards, you have the highest chance of winning. But with so many people going all-in, theres no need to leave everything to chance. If I can see all other peoples cards in my luck stat, Ill be able to wipe everything out in the end. Jinhyeok covered the best hand. Can I y the game because Im scared of this? Dont get too excited from the first edition. Lets take it easy and enjoy what we started. The game has only just begun. ??? About 3 hours passed like that. Nonsense. I cant believe it. The probability of losing this one-sidedly is 0.0015%. huh. Heh heh heh. X feet. Sighs of grief and sighing flowed from here and there. A defeat that can only be called perfect. All of the things I had been collecting were stolen from me. In particr, when the A-4 card and Jinhyeoks royal straight flush met, the words Come out here, the boss could not help bute out. Jinhyeok drank a long ss of wine while wearing a crown decorated with splendid jewels on his head. Kyaa. This is the wine called Tears of God that was traded for 35 top-notch magic stones at thergest auction held in the past. A masterpiece among masterpieces, which artisans selected and picked each grape and aged it for 1,800 years. In addition, he sliced and ate the finest steak with Ryuhwa, a magic sword obtained from Cheon Yoo-seong. Right then. Quaang! Chun Yoo-seong spurred on and stood up. I cant understand it at all! Its not like you y after seeing everyone elses hand The win rate is 100%. Are you telling me to believe this! A life flowing from stem to stem. Even without a sword, it felt like the de was touching my throat. Uh huh. You have to know how to win cleanly. So youre saying I cheated? If its you, hes a guy whos more than enough. There might be rted skills or unique abilities. hot! I was panicked for a moment and almost breathed in vain, but I managed to hold it in. Because it was like confessing that I was right. Anyway, my eyes are getting dirty faster. Kuhm! greatness! I hope you dont carelessly doubt it if there is no evidence. And I dont intend to gulp all of this either. Im not even amb. Ill give you half of everything else back if youre very generous and go with me to the ce on this map. I yed this game for a reason. The Hermits Vige, which is about to go, is full of people and areas that even the remains of the Tower do not know about. In the end, a strong support group was needed to minimize the variable. If thats the case cant we just ask to go together? thats right. If its Mr. Jinhyeoks request, you dont have to do this Mosquito mosquitoes! ha ha ha. Well, thats because Ive been trained in etiquette so I have to get consent from others. If you absolutely go there, you will have to go through shameful things. Hmmm, that we should throw away our human dignity and pride. Not for the reason As a young man from an oriental country of courtesy, he did it out of conscience. Suspicious Chun Yoo-seongs eyebrows curled in reverse. But there was no choice. It would be the biggest blow if he lost Ryuhwa, his favorite weapon. In the end, with everyone nodding their heads, a raid was formed to go to the hermits vige. Hmm. yer Kang Jin-hyuk. When the holdem was over, Rick called Jinhyeok. Ah, thank you very much for the good deal. Thanks to you, I had a fun game. That is fortunate. Would you mind spending a little more time than that? Ricks voice was different than usual. Unlike the time when he was enjoying the game leisurely, his expression showed seriousness. Is there something All right. Lets go over there and talk. Jinhyeok asked the party for their understanding and moved on. On the terrace with a clear view of the night view, I brewed the newly obtained coffee and handed it to Rick. thank you. Rick carefully drank his coffee and opened his eyes wide. It will suit your taste much more than you expected. For that purpose, special beans and machines were used. So what do you mean? Did you know that after Kang Jin-hyeok conquered Olympus, several big changes took ce in the tower? Hmm. I did make it a little bit bigger. Whoa. The administration was at the level of beingpletely overturned. I, as well as the rest of the managers, are guaranteed to work overtime for the next half year. Rick let out a long sigh. Then he added a word. I didnt call you toin, in fact I have something important to tell you. Yesterday morning, an unwee visitor came to us. What if its an unwee guest? You must have already met yer Kang Jin-hyeok. About the beings called operators. !? This time, its time for a change in Jinhyeoks expression. I never thought I would bring up the story of contacting the operator first. If Rick was one of them, he would have wanted to hide the fact as much as possible Are all the circumstances hed been suspicious of so far all delusional? Or did you hit the ball first knowing that you were noticing? Either way, my head got a lot more confused. Looking at the reaction, it seems that you are right. Ive run into them a few times. The name of the operator I saw was a person called Coffin Song. It used strange powers never before seen and destroyed all the security of the Administration with such ease. I guess so. No matter how iron-d the Administration Bureau is. Because you wont be able to jump over the being who designed it all. so what did he say? There was great concern about one faction monopolizing the three crowns. Now that the restrictions on the 50th floor have been lifted, we can move much more freely, so we warned that the administrators should be responsible for all of that. The top priority of the administrators is to keep the bnce and peace of the tower. However, since all of that looks smashed, it is inevitable that the fire will fall on the instep. The coffin song correctly understood and dug into it. the Administrators wille out hostile to us. Vendivia and I were against it, but most of the managers are already in a position to agree or stand by the opinion of the coffin song. In the future, various unfavorable situations will unfold for the deceased corporation. For example Rick whispered in a very low voice. Something like releasing Apocalypse on yer Jinhyuk Kangs next destination. The words that came out were short, but the contents were by no means light. This is incredibly important information. Just by specifying Apocalypse, the number of cases where the enemy moves next has been greatly reduced. By the way, is it okay if you tell me, the person involved, that inside information? yes? did i say something? I was just muttering my impressions of delicious coffee to myself? Rick shrugged. haha. No no. I must have heard something wrong. With this, the evaluation of Rick has been slightly modified. At the same time, I thought that I had sold the most expensive coffee in the world. ??? That night. Whoops! The gate opened and the space split into long left and right sides. [Tower floor. Enter the Hidden ce Hermits Vige.] A gray sky and a cold wind greeted the members of the Hungmul Corporation. Is this the ce Jinhyeok said we should be careful of? Teresa and Chun Yu-seong muttered in a tone full of vignce. The shady magic power transmitted through the air was ominous. The entire stairway was thick with fog, as if it were a ghost town. I see a vige in front of me over there. Should I go over there first? Andrea pointed in one direction. The visibility was not properly secured, so it was blurry, but the appearance of the vige was sparsely visible. thats right. ah! But wait Jinhyuk stopped everyone from moving. What else? If we go like that, itll be like advertising that were from another floor, right? There is a garbage can where the most terrible and ruthless criminals in the Tower gather. If I went to look immacte like this, I would be hacked up in an instant. To enter the tigers den, it was necessary to look appropriate. No way Chun Yoo-seong, who was traumatized by cosy, took a step backwards without realizing it. Experienced people like this is good. Because he quickly intuited his fate. thats right. I cant believe it. Jinhyuk smiled brightly. [The sub-space inventory is open.] Various costumes and make-up tools poured out. Its hard to put in your mouth. Criminals passing by were unscrupulous enough to mistake them for colleagues. Did everyone promise? I will do as I say. From now on, its time to be the Goinmul Pirates, not the Goinmul Corporation. Chapter 581 Episode 581. Vige of Hermits (2) After a while, the cosy was all over. Wearing arge pirate hat, Jinhyeok looked at the hooked hand with satisfaction. As expected, the symbol of pirates is a hook. Pomsaeng Foamsa. To live by style and die by style is the pirate. And next to Jinhyeok stood Chun Youseong with a long sword scar on his face. The concept is a murderer who lost everything when he was young and only wants revenge. Trusting no one and relying on no one. Inspection with secondary disease. That was the character Cheon Yoo-seong had to y. Damn it. Why am I such a concept? It doesnt fit at all. Chun Yoo-seong grumbled. I put up with the words that it fits perfectly. The fact that I had already put on the clothes was enough to satisfy me. Anyway, this kids chest and abs are no joke. Its not that women cant even make eye contact properly. Right then. The rest of the members also appeared in their own costumes. Jinhyuk. No matter how much you disguise yourself as a pirate, this doesnt seem too revealing, does it? Ugh Im going to miss the psychiatric ward. Its clothes that focus on activity rather than warmth. huh. Teresa, Andrea, and Frey each uttered a word. A very alluring and decadent beauty. It is a costume that can be said to be a model of a female pirate. In particr, the three of them were so beautiful that their clothes became wings. Orun also cosyed as a muscr strong character befitting a huge back. Lastly Our great queen was busy fulfilling her desires without knowing how important this task was. Jim will be the captain! Thats what Jim would do! Alice, who used to be in a group, jumped up and down to snatch Jinhyeoks hat. Ill give it to youter if youre quiet. Really? You promised? Yes, yes. Jinhyeok tried to soothe the child. Right now, it was important to please everyone as much as possible. Even though I chose it, its a jackpot. I deliberately aimed and prepared, but this exceeded my expectations. I was convinced that if I edited and uploaded itter, I could definitely get one hit. At least I have to cover the cost of clothes and spending here. As much as I invested a lot in my own way, I was thinking of rolling the members as much as possible. Soon, the party headed to the vige. How long did you walk through the fog like that? Finally, the entrance to the vige began to appear. Its real from now on. Theres no one is there anyone? Theresa, who was preparing for the interrogation, tilted her head. The entrance to the vige was clearly open so that anyone could enter. Because there is no need to protect it. Neither people norws are needed. Only the strong decided everything. The only rule here was that the weak had to ept the consequences. that buck The moment Jinhyeok steps into the vige for the first time. Tring! [You have entered the Hermits Vige.] [The fog inside has cleared.] [The first quest will bepleted if you survive for a week.] [#1. Survival] Difficulty: AA Description: All the inhabitants and flora and fauna of this ce. Even inanimate objects can threaten your life. If you survive in such a vige, you will be able to acquire the minimum qualifications to be a hermit. Reward: +100 Infamy. A status window appeared in front of everyone. Hoo. Jinhyeok stared at the status window with eyes that seemed interesting. When I came to this vige in the past, these quests did not exist. I just did my best to endure each day. But is it because he came with a colleague this time? Because Nyathotep intervened? Or maybe some other variable was at y. I dont know what triggered it, but whats certain is that a new area has opened that has never existed before. pounding! pounding! pounding! Suddenly, my heart started beating happily. A process that has been repeated until now. Its because a new stimtion has been created on the road that goes beyond familiarity to boredom. The reward is notoriety does that mean that you have to have a certain amount of notoriety to clear this ce? Chun Yoo-seong also opened his mouth after carefully reading the status window. I think so. Hmm. What a big deal. what? Its because its strange that you, who always have a smirk, speaks spectively without conviction. I am not a god. there may be something you dont know I think I need to be a little more nervous this time. You look too excited for that? Kuhm! An illusion is an illusion. Life is at stake, so whats exciting? Jinhyeok quickly managed his expression. Its done. First, decide where to stay and then collect information But the moment they were about to talk. Boooooong! A faint sound of wind rang from behind. Chun Youseong immediately drew his sword. Kaaang! The de and the de shed at one point. chump chump chump! A scythe wrapped in a chain swept across the ground. Its a surprise. Its not even one person. Memories thatpletely obscured their presence came pouring in from all directions. Get behind me! [Teresa summons the Auror Shield!] A huge shield without divine power appeared. Ill take the one on the left. huh. Frey pulled out a pair of short spears. Its not even close to this. Andrea opened the tail of the nine-tailed fox. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! Kwaaang! All of the fierce surprise attacks were blocked. what? Didnt anyone die? There are quite a few neers. p. Even so, they are fresh blue kids. okay. The infamy numbers are all single digits. hmm? No, wait, why does the guy in the front have over 1000 infamy? Didnt you juste in? It must be a mistake. No one has such a high notoriety to begin with. Well, its not even possible without building up a lot of resentment. Those who had been hiding in the shadows appeared one by one. They are Asians in rags. If you are the fugitives of the tower who use themendation, sickle, and various memorization There is only one possible number of cases. Are they from Japanese mythology? !? You how? Theposure disappeared from the faces of the men who had been killing each other all at once. Ive heard of shadows that have been pushed back in a power struggle. Perhaps they were fugitives called ninjas? Kagagak! A spark flew right next to Jinhyuks face. The dagger narrowly changed the trajectory of the flying sawde sword. Oh, was this a secret? Jinhyuk pretended to cover his mouth with one hand. And it was like pouring oil on a burning house. Yeah man! What is your true identity! You must not kill. Catch them alive! I was going to y with it in moderation but youre no ordinary hermit. Parts! Various memorizations were imbued with a vicious aura. The ninjas unique Ninjutsu was about to be activated. He certainly had his own skills. however. Thats all. [Trait Grave of Swords is activated!] Kwaaang! The strong air surged up to nearly 2m and exploded. I guess you dont know because youre confined in such a closed ce Our pirates blew it outside. Youll get a serious nose injury if youugh at me because youre just a neer. Members of the Goinmul Corporation, including Jinhyeok, released their unique abilities. In an instant, a huge magical force rushed at the entrance to the vige. Cuckoo Cuckoo! overwhelming disparity. It is not at a level that can be dealt with by those who tried to take a penny at the entrance. I have to press it firmly. The deration ceremony will make your schedule in the vige morefortable in the future. Even so, the ninjas did not roll their tails. Rather, it narrowed the siege more and more rough. [Ninjutsu Double Shuriken is activated!] [Illusion art Double Shuriken is activated!] Various types of Ninjutsu, illusion techniques, and memorization poured out like a shower. Kuong! kong! Kung! Wolves andrge hounds rushed at them, and birds of prey such as hawks and eagles rushed from the sky. Go, Yoosung. I dont mind. Why should I listen to you? Thats because Im the captain and youre the sailor. Jinhyuk tapped his hat. [Pirate Kings Hat] Difficulty: AAA Description: The yer who wears this hat is designated as the leader of a group and has the power to punish any member who disobeys orders. A shipboard contract made in exchange for returning the magical sword Ryuhwa. Disobedience is death. As it was an event item purchased at a high price on a coin exchange, the effect was beyond expectations. Chun Yoo-seong gritted his mrs at the open threat. Can I just kill them all? Chun Yuseong spat out the bloody words casually. I did a pirate cosy. It seems that his personality has be a pirate. No, you have to capture them alive. Why is that again? If you just kill them, your notoriety wont rise. There are several ways to gain notoriety. or break the quest. Or deal with the notorious and absorb the notoriety. Or you just need to be vicious enough to make the viins stick out their tongues. And the most effective among them is Of course, thest method. Sheesh, I cant help it. Cheon Yoo-seong, who clicked his tongue, dug into the middle of enemy lines in the blink of an eye. *** After a while. All 30 hermits were taken prisoner. Although they were residents who made a name for themselves in the tower, it was not enough to be an enemy of the Goinmul Corporation, which fought against the gods. Those who werepletely disarmed were tied up in only their underpants. lost. If its a ransom, our captain will pay for it, so please treat it as a legitimate prisoner. The man with the highest level of shing power proudly put forward his requirements. Of course, its not worth half a penny. Chow! Jinhyeok swung the whip mercilessly. Quaaaaagh! The whipped man screamed in agony. What are you doing? Didnt they say they would give you a coin! The guys next to me screamed in amazement. I dont need coins. Then Im willing to pay for an item or something else. Its a great suggestion, but I dont think it will have much merit either. I already have what I want most. Jinhyuk smiled brightly. It was a soft and warm smile. However, the words that followed a secondter were the kind that could not be reassured by any smile. I mean your body. creepy An unknown, unknown fear crept up. For about an hour after that, the captives had to experience hell. As expected, it would be better to attack by linking ice and fire here. yes. That way, the damage will be greater and the enemy will be embarrassed. Lets do it again. Jinhyeok scattered ice powder made from cial molding everywhere. yes! Ill do it right this time! Andrea shouted fighting and threw down the fox fire. sphemy! Pew! When fire and ice met in one ce, terrifying cold and heat erupted. Keah! Aaaagh! The bodies of those who ran with all their might were frozen and burned. If left unattended, it is a serious injury that could kill you within minutes. but. Everyone, dont worry. I will definitely save you. Teresa diligently treated the hermits that Jinhyeok had turned into porridge. Turn it off no stop it now! Id rather just kill him! Dont save me. Please, just let me die like this! angel of death. In their eyes, the saintess looked like that. On one side, Alice and Freys cooking experiments were unfolding. They say that if you cook well, you will be liked by your lover. Hoo. Thats right. If you cook with sincerity, your baggage will not fall anywhere else. Elise poured all kinds of seasonings and sauces into the pot. My favorite kimchi fried rice and tomato spaghetti. Chicken topped with chocte sauce and peanut butter. Ah, eating undercooked meat can cause stomach upset, so dont forget to sterilize it. gurgling! Detergent poured into the pot like a waterfall. Ugh. Whoops! Turn it off gagging! Cool! Those who saw the unknownpound in the spoon shook their heads vigorously. Most of them had already passed out from foaming at the mouth or vomiting. Ellis and Freys passion showed no signs of ending. Chapter 582 Episode 582. Hermits Vige (3) [Infamy increased by +3] [Infamy increased by +33] [Infamy increased by +15] [Infamy increased by +6] [Infamy. ] [increased.] Status window going up countless times. In just three hours aftering to the hermits vige, his notoriety increased by 800. It was the result of repeating terrible evil that a normal viin could not even imagine. Tuk-tuk Chun Yoo-seong brushed off the dust on his hands. Im getting used to it after doing this. I think I know a little bit why you can be so vicious. I had a hard time researching which vital points were the most painful, but I was able to get results as much as I put in enough effort. Whoops. Now Jim has be the best chef in the tower. Yeah, I think I can be a second person. Alice and Frey were also able to cook food to a level where people would not die even if they ate it. Lord. You saved countless lives today. Teresa, who used her divine power to the limit, stole beads of sweat. It was a bonus to smile warmly in the world. Kkeokkeokkeolkeol! There are so many good quality irons here. Good items are being produced smoothly by ordering free workers. Orun seemed to be satisfied, too, and burst into a wild frenzy. good. Everyone is insane. No, he seems to be adapting better than anyone else in the Hermits Vige. All the members giggled as if they had umted a lot during that time,piling their own hobbies. At this point, rumors must have spread. Jinhyeok nced at the vige. Due to the characteristics of hermits who are sensitive to new information, they will be very interested in the existence of strangers. Even the big yers inside must have been aware of the existence of the Old Inmul Corporation. Then Ive thrown enough bait, so its time to wait patiently to see who gets caught next. *** A huge hermits vige stretching for tens of kilometers. Among them, the hermits of the Bounty Hunter, a force in charge of the southern area including the entrance, were summoned in an unexpected situation. Inside the bar lit by soft candles. The scent of hard liquor and the smell of cigarettes mingled in one ce. You said troublesome things came in? A huge woman with her feet on the table opened her mouth. Yes. Mother. They say that the ninjas who were trying to hunt newbies were destroyed very well. Each persons notoriety has already exceeded 800, and the leader-like guy had over 1,000 notoriety even before he came here in the first ce. It is only aftering here that the notoriety stats are unlocked and it bes rtively easy to raise the stats. But outside the town, its apletely different realm. It was impossible to reach 1000 without umting a lot of evil and resentment. To be honest, its hard to believe. Because even the famous Roman Emperor Nero had less than 1000 reputation when he came here. Even the demons from the Demon Realm were just over 900. I think the ninjas also thought it was a system error. Thats right. Nara must have had the same idea. A woman called Mother poured the rum into her mouth. In the vige, I didnt know about their identities because I stopped paying attention to the work of the tower. Clearly, an unusual odor emanates from it. The ability to back it up was also proven. but. He couldnt just stand still and watch more than his father-inw in the southern area he controlled. If you ignore this, it will give the rest of the faction room to look ridiculous. The biggest thing of all is that because of the mudskipper running amok, anyone can touch the persons nting. It looks like you did quite a bit in the tower, but Ill tell you what its like to install it here. Have the kids bring them here. Specially selected gunmen with good skills. I see. Mother. Lets move right away. Those in ck coats lifted their fedoras slightly. Doo doo doo! Those who galloped on ck horses reached the ce where the dead body corporation was located in an instant. Then, a group of men and women who were conducting a biological experiment (?) appeared. Just looking at it takes my breath away. No matter how much they were, I thought that they wouldnt have done this far. Are you guys new to the vige? Yeah. I just moved in. But, maybe he was angry because he didnt pass rice cakes, and they started fighting from the first meeting. Jinhyuk shrugged. At the same time, they calmly added the justification for what they had done. We were just acting in self-defence. If we hadnt touched it in the first ce, wouldnt this have happened? Well, I understand that the other side made a mistake. But, since this is our area. I want to hear the full story, but I want you to quietly apany me. What if you dont like it? I have been ordered that as long as my life is not in danger, it doesnt matter if I lose the use of at least one limb. When Mother shows mercy, ept it. If you dont want to regret it. Shuk. The man on the horse put his hand to the revolver that was worn around his waist. The rest of them also tried to pull out Remingtons and various firearms. Is the mafia next to ninjas? Chun Youseong pressed his temples with his fingers as if he was amazed. I had expected it from the moment I heard that it was a town of criminals. It is not a set of a Hollywood movie or drama. I didnt expect to encounter so many different types of enemies. Jinhyeok, on the other hand, smiled at his conversion. As expected, I can get a useful weapon here. Bullet of the Undead obtained after hunting Zeus. In this town, there should be a gun that can use that bullet. The question is, how difficult is it to find? A few candidates immediately shed through my mind. Right then. How dare you give orders to Jim. Contractor. Just talk. Ill wipe them all out. Elise gathered the drops of blood. Cuckoo Cuckoo! If anything, it is likely that one part of the vige will disappear. No, its okay, Alice. Lets follow it once. Im serious? Because we cant just fight from the first day. Besides, those guys seem to have a quick idea of the information here. Chi. Ill pass it on specially to the contractor. The magic power that Alice had gathered was disturbed. With that. The impending situation, which was about to break out at any moment, was barely resolved. *** Forces of the South Bounty Hunters. Factor assassination,rge-scale arson, information fabrication, and more. They were the ones who hadmitted numerous crimes in the Tower so far. Among them was the Trojan War or the assassination of one of the angels. In a word, it means that only the best guys gathered. Heavy air filled the inside of the bar. Im Chloe, who leads Bounty Hunters. Immonly called Mother here. The tall woman introduced herself first. Chloe Mother. One of the rankers who made a name for herself on the 34th floor of the tower, she is nicknamed Rapid Chloe. The big fish exactly this one was waiting for took the bait. Im Kang Jin-hyeok, and Im aiming to be the pirate king by recently forming a pirate group. Your skills are quite useful, how about it? Coming under me? I will definitely treat you. Hey, its an honor to receive an offer like this from a person who leads a huge force. Jinhyuk rubbed his palms. The corner of Mothers mouth went up at a more favorable response than expected. How can you not feel good when you pamper yourself? But what followed Then, could you give me the pistol youre wearing around that chunky waist as a down payment? Beyond provocation, he cut the string of rationality. What what? Gee, did you say that to me? I stuttered to the point of being so absurd. Thats right. Even in this ce where the worst criminals gather, he is the one who is at the top. But I never thought Id insult him like this in front of him. No matter how much I thought about it, nothing came out other than that I was crazy. cheeky! Eventually, the mafia next to Mother pulled out a pistol like lightning. [Lv40 0.3 second counterattack is activated!] A sh of light shed. Its an incredibly fast jumper. However, even though it was half a beatte, Jinhyeok had a pistol in his hand. As he entered the bar, he stole one of the guards. Taang! Bullets and bullets collided at one point. As soon as the sound of the metal being crushed was over, fire was fired from the muzzle here and there. They were special bullets with different elemental bullets and rune words. however. Fuck! Kaaang! He dropped all the flying bullets that Jinhyeok shot. No, thats ridiculous. Is that possible? Are you reading the movement of the bullet? Reactions filled with astonishment erupted here and there. This is because it was an acrobatics that even those who have lived with guns all their lives did not dare to try. No, not at that level. Mother also unknowingly swallowed dry saliva. Seeing and reacting was an area that only those who had gone through countless firefights could do. Thats the minute muscle movements before shooting a gun. This is the realm of those who can see through and predict optimized attack routes. Remnant skills such as speed and uracy are monsters that he mastered a long time ago. Charle Jinhyeok skillfully rotated the revolver. This would have been enough of a skill exercise. As a condiment, it is very good. Then its time for a serious scam. Big! greatness! Jinhyeok cleared his voice. Its not just out of personal greed that I want a gun. It should be emphasized that it is not selfish. Actually, I came here to save all the hermits who live here. I sincerely apologize for the rudeness I was forced to demonstrate to you. for a cause. And to emphasize the life that hermits value most. The key is to emphasize that it is for the public good. That what do you mean? Mother asked. Sure. What the hell are you talking about? Is this the first time youve heard Jim? me too. Mosquito mosquitoes. Even the members who came with me did not know English. It wasnt until after Jinhyeok quickly put his finger to his lips and shook his head vigorously. I noticed it btedly and participated in the improvisation. Right. Come to think of it, the contractor said that. I remember when you said you had to save the poor life. Mosquito Mosquito! Chuck! Anyway, our captain has a good heart. Well, the acting is a bit clumsy, but it doesnt matter. The information I heard from Rick. If you can show me proof about the Apocalypse. One of the biggest forces in the Hermits Vige. The apocalypse is actually going to happen, so saving lives isnt entirely wrong. Being a lifesaver is partly true, of course, although Im willing to suck the sweet sap out of it in return for being on my side. Chapter 583 Episode 583. Relic of the Undead (1) Gulp. Hmm. ApoCalypse Here and there the sound of saliva dripping and the sound of deep sighing intersect. No matter how much I stopped paying attention to the tower. He wasnt ignorant of the worst catastrophe that could cause the stairs to copse. If this is true, its usually not a big deal. Just as Jinhyeok said, it made me think that we should sign an alliance right away. but. I dont understand. Despite everyone believing, Mother tilted her head. Are you saying Im lying? No I think its usible that an apocalypse itself could happen. Otherwise, there would be no reason to take this much risk ande all this way. There are other reasons to be suspicious. Apocalypse is a rare phenomenon that does not ur unless there is a very specific reason and the activation conditions are very difficult. however. Why does that happen to us who have no ties to the tower? Common sense makes no sense. Because it was this Hermits Vige that was abandoned even in the Tower. Have you ever seen such a foxy bear? Its bulky, so its surprisingly sharp. Jinhyuk quickly cleared his voice. Thats it Couldnt it be because of you? !? For a moment, I was so shocked that I almost spit out nonsense. Even if it was stabbed in the middle, it was stabbed very well. However, the embarrassment on his facested less than 0.1 second. Isnt it an exaggerated assumption that we brought the Apocalypse? In the first ce, if we are people who are rted to Apocalypse, theres no way you dont know us, right? Ten years ago, it would have been on a different floor than here. If it is rted to the worst disaster, it must be rted to a higher power or a great myth. There has never been a case where such arge-scale event was created because of ordinary residents. However, it is all the more absurd that a new person who can reach the upper sses appeared in a period of about ten years. In the end, the assumption that Jinhyeok had such a ripple effect that he was rted to Apocalypse was very unlikely. Mothers doubts were partially resolved. That is also true. But there is something I still dont understand. As for why Apocalypse became interested in such a remote ce. A strange name popped out of Jinhyeoks mouth at Mothers question. The Annihtor. referring to someone Onemon name. However, the meaning and weight of the name could have ripple effects on a different level depending on who the target was. This time, Mothers face changed. Like Jinhyeok, it was a fleeting change of about 0.1 second, but the difference was that Jinhyeok did not miss the subtle change. As expected. A ranker who climbed the tower in the past. The source of the Rapid Death Ranker that Chloe now possesses was the Destroyer. Chloe also entered this hermits vige in search of traces of it. Im sure Ive gathered a few clues over the past decade or so. If you design this point well, you will be able to get your hands on the keepsakes he left behind. Uh how do you know him? Its him It looks like hes respecting a person who died a long time ago. Anyone who sees you will know that you are the Master who has served you all your life. But thanks to the fandom, things became much easier. Lets see. How would you like to grasp the concept? Jinhyeok, who had been thinking for a while, quickly teased the revolver once again. Charlereureu Taang! One bullet pierced the air. There was nothing to aim for. Took! Until I saw a fly that had lost its wings fluttering on the table. The thing that was still pping was that the breath was perfectly attached. I am his only direct disciple. To be precise, the masters masters masters Anyway, if you go back terribly, there was an annihtor at the end. The sessor of the revered one. I cant stand this. however. Contrary to expectations, Mothers expression was not very good. Contrary to the outpouring of delight and surprise, it was distorted with confusion and astonishment. It cant be Ive never heard of him having disciples. Because he is very veiled. Of course, the information would have been limited. But if you look at my skills just now No, thats not what I meant. Just a few months ago he spoke directly to me. I am his only heir. !!! damn it Are the undead still alive? This time, the facial expression management was aplete failure. Ive been counting all the cases, but Im sure there was no case like this that jumped out. *** When Rick said an apocalypse would happen, the question of exactly what kind of apocalypse was going to happen stuck in my head. This is because at the point where the apocalypse of Behemoth and Kraken had already ended, there was no card that could be used boldly again. but. Only now did I understand. I guess I didnt kill him. One of the few rankers that can threaten the 50th floor. Of course, I thought it would have trampled on the roots, but the 50th floor didnt get rid of the dead. Instead, I kept this hermit locked up in the vige and thoroughly concealed the information. For the purpose of eliminating another enemy who could draw a knife at them in the distant future. Its a headache. Jinhyuk wet his lips with his tongue. I dont know why they didnt use the destroyer when they climbed the tower in the past. Because there were so many newly intervened variables now that it became a reality, either way was open to the possibility. But the important thing now is not to find the reason and cause. The priority is to deal with the gunmen who are angry right in front of their eyes. Prove it. that you really are his disciple. If not Crack! Dripping I heard the sound of bullets being loaded here and there. The total number of mafia members in the bar is 78. It was not impossible to deal with, but in the event of a melee, there was a chance that victims woulde out on this side as well. The rest of the members also felt the unusual atmosphere and peeked at the timing to move. It seems that the protests have been pulled tight. Took! Jinhyuk took something out of his arms. A bullet with a rune word engraved on it. This is Mother picked up the silver bullet that had fallen on the table. Theplex yet colorful engraving is impressive. The pattern engraved with the unique initial S and perfectly harmonized with the hexameter and ancient runes was undoubtedly one of the relics of the dead. If Im not a disciple of the annihtor, how can I have something like this? Mother bit her lip at the evidence she couldnt take out or beat. Im sure. Any more doubt is the realm of deterrence. I have no choice but to ept it now. Thanks to Zeus! A memento that has been collected over a lifetime. Im going to write a very useful article on this side. Lets get along well with the same disciples. ah! Jinhyeok pped his hands as if he thought of something. Looks like my side is a direct descendant and that side seems to be a coteral line, hehe! Well, Im not trying to be treated like a senior, but I think its necessary to organize the ranks so that the genealogy doesnt get twisted. Im not really interested in doing the old man, but wont Master be very ufortable when he sees itter? When selling something, there is nothing better than a masters arm. All the more so if the teacher is notorious for being ruthless. No, no matter how suddenly Jim agrees with the contractor. From ancient times, authority must be established when the top and bottom are clear. Also, I want you to remember that Jim is also the No. 2 of the Pirates. Im also a rival with that damn bastard, so Ill treat youfortably from now on. I believe everyone knows that healers are nobles. cksmith is also an important position. No matter how bad it is, you have to put it in the top 5 in the rankings. Mosquito Mosquito! Cries were pouring in from all over the ce asking for treatment. Suddenly, the mafia had several stern bosses. And only with very vicious things. But no other being. Cant we just ignore those who are rted to the mortal? Ah, from now on Please feel free to tell me. Mother crumpled her face with the feeling of swallowing molten iron. Your expression is a little rxed. Because I want to make you feel bad. sorry. Fully drawn up and down. The touch-and-go situation ended with Mother curling her tail. [The hermits vige Southern Bounty Hunter and the Old Man Corporation temporary alliance has been concluded.] [Notoriety increases by +1000.] [The rest of the forces in the vige recognize the new faction change.] Now It was time for a huge storm to rage on the hermits vige. *** The newly appeared grapplers absorbed the entire bounty hunter. As soon as the news came out, the whole vige fell into great confusion. This is because the previously stable bnce of power faced a new phase in one shot. Eventually, rankers representing each faction gathered in one ce. Toe up with a countermeasure for this incident. What the hell did he do that Mother surrendered? It could be that they are incredibly strong. I heard that they met at a bar, their hideout. No matter how strong she is, it makes no sense for Mother to bow her head. Id rather die if they all died. Well, thats true Why dont we gather information about them outside the tower? If they were this strong, there would have been rumors of something. No, that is against the rules of the town. you havent forgotten We are hermits who have fled from the Tower. That this ce should bepletely separated from it? Yes I know. The reason why this ce is not interfered by the giant power of the tower even though it is infested with first-ss criminals. It was because it was perfectly distanced from the tower. As long as each other keeps the non-aggression pact that they will not touch each other, this ce can go out of its own world. Another ufortable silence followed. You must carefully decide which method to use. But just then Sigh Breaking the silence, the wooden door creaked open. Im sure he told me not to let anyone in during the meeting Huh? The ranker who was talking inhaled. It was shocking to see all of the subordinates who had been entrusted with security copsed. What was even more surprising was the energy that emanated from those who had just entered. Creepy! The hairs all over her body stood on end. Like a herbivore standing in front of a beast. Everyone here faced overwhelming despair. rattle! Arms and legs tremble like aspens. Although they are among the strong among the strong who have crossed countless lines of death, they could not suppress their instinctive fear. Hmm. But since they are all in one ce, the trouble of finding them one by one has been saved. A long staff dragged across the floor. drooling. Hard! An unpleasant cacophony of sounds hit my eardrums. At the same time, purple-stained tentacles began to fill the inside. Everything who are you? A name thates out automatically. Even if everyone here attacks you, you wont be an opponent. No, even if everyone gave their lives, they wouldnt be able to take even a singleyer of the authors skin. To that extent, the gap between the two was absolute. Its called by many names, but you dont need to know that. Just feel free to call me Nyathotep. This friend is an assistant who came to help with this task. A hooded figure stood beside Nyathotep. A terrible smell of rotting corpses and an even worse chill flowed out. I cant imagine being a living being. I havee to you with a suggestion to survive. A very troublesome guy came here. At first, he looked cute, but he couldnt understand the subject and tried to climb all the way to the top of his head. Fun parties are cute when they dont cross the line. So Im going to try hunting more perfectly this time. Its perfect now, but maybe with your help it will be even more perfect, right? this is thest line Whoever catches it will survive. If you refuse, you will die instantly. And for those here, the options were fixed. Chapter 584 Episode 584. Relic of the Unmaker (2) Before Dawn. Even while everyone was asleep, Jinhyeok was busy moving through the night. This is because we had to prepare for it as a huge variable called the annihtor appeared. I dont know about other Apocalypses, but Im at a disadvantage when ites to shooting. This side had the upper hand in terms of experience and sense . It is said that he has the power to pose a threat to the 50th floor with just his specs. On the other hand. I dont have any of the weapons I used to use. No matter how much craftsmen say they dont choose tools, thats only possible when dealing with half-way guys. The opponent is also a strong man who has reached the pinnacle when ites to guns. If you hit it hard, you can get a lot of damage. And this was the first preparation process to hunt the tiger. Cheeik! [The rune words have been engraved.] [New conditions have been opened.] Different ancient runes have been engraved on the stones and rocks. Whew. This is the 18th in total. It takes a lot of time and effort to do the work that is the cornerstone of the confrontation system. Still, Ill have to do this. A huge storm wille in a little while. Haaam. contractor. When will it end? In order to maintain this moist and noble skin, you need to sleep well. Alice grunted with her cheeks inted from the side. Is a kid who cares so much about his skin eating all that? Jinhyeok pointed to the food spread out on the rock. There was a pile of greasy food such as chicken, pizza, pork feet, pasta, and various desserts. An outrageous amount purchased at a coin exchange for over 5,000 coins. Of course, most of them were already exposed. Kuh hmm! Isnt it rude to tell thedy what to eat? It is thew of a gentleman to say such things a little cautiously. I dont know which countrydy eats it all up. No matter how much you do, do you get fat? Huh. Jim can stay slim no matter how much he eats. Ellis confidently raised her head. In any case, Jinjos, whose metabolism is overflowing, say that no matter how much they take care of them, their appearance is constant. All of them are enjoying the greatest blessing. Its done. This time, go over there and erase my traces with blood magic. You have to be meticulous. Since we paid so much tribute, that much is not enough. Alice pped her wings and flew in the other direction. Now, if only thest imprint is engraved, everything will be finished. But just then, Elises imprint was engraved. Kwaaang! A huge explosion rang through the quiet town. contractor? Thats The two reacted simultaneously. Murder and arson aremon urrences in a hermits vige. There were also numerous battles that took ce until dawn every day. But at least Bounty Hunter goes under the stagnant corporation. It wasnt when the rest of the forces had an emergency meeting in one ce. It is normal to be more peaceful and quiet than ever before. that it is It means that something happened that would upset everything. Jinhyeok looked at the ce where the mana was concentrated. North its toward the warehouse. I havent been able to get the entire map of the town yet, so I havent been able to figure out all the districts exactly. However, I confirmed that arge amount of green powder is stored in the northern warehouse. Normally, it is used as a drug, but it could be used for apletely different purpose if it goes through a specificbination. for example. To awaken something that was in a state of suspended animation to its original state. [The foreshadowing of the apocalypse urs.] Just then, the blue status window blinked. Jinhyuks voice became urgent. Follow me. You have to move right away. Perhaps the other members in the dorm also noticed the change. You wont be able to sleepfortably when the vicious energy is spreading. okay. It sure looks out of the ordinary. Elise spread her wings wide. Gumaya. You pass this message on to Mother. Do only what is written here. Mosquito Mosquito! Having received a letter and arge magic crystal, Goguma nodded vigorously. Things happened faster than expected, but this side also finished their own preparations. All that remains is to decide which ones prepared de is sharper. Lets check how interesting the board is. Quaang! Jinhyeok left his seat and ran forward. *** same time. All the top rankers who rule the Hermits Vige gathered in one ce. [Green Powder, Sigh of the Infirm and Lost Bone Fragments react!] Quaaang! Another huge explosion urred. The only difference from the previous explosion was that the smoke was a pale green color. Hmm. Its smooth. Nyathotep put on a satisfied expression. Thanks to several people moving, the work was definitely done quickly. At this rate, I think we can start the apocalypse within an hour. Its been an hour what about their reaction? Kang Jin-hyeok and Alice, who were on the outskirts, are heading this way. The rest of them started moving too. The man took out a piece of cube from his small pocket. Good luck good luck! [Shadow Reaping Frame is activated!] The space is cut out in a rectangr shape. In between, the deceased members of the Corporation, including Jinhyeok and Ellis, could be seen. One thing that runs like a rat is fast. This is what I was hoping for. This time, we also recruited quite reliable people. Nyathotep pped his staff. Arge number of men and women appeared around them as if they had been waiting. Hoo. Have they hurt our children so much? Certainly, each one is not easy. Because they are strong people who crossed the line of death and came here on their own. But even so, you wont be able to do anything with that number. 11 Old Guards. Hounds from the 50th floor were mobilized for this hunt. In order to bite the throat of the perfectly dead person corporation. And among them there were also beautiful-looking men and women with long blonde hair. Gold dragons Altera and Aden. They were also ancient dragons who had risen to the ancient level with twin dragons. If you take care of the two of us, you mean that not only this load, but all future ones will be entrusted to our gold n, right? the promise is definitely something you have to keep. Nyathotep. The ancient promise will surelye true, so you dont have to worry about that part. Above all, we also hope that the obedient and capable Gold n will be the Lord. Red or ck with a bad temper Ugh. Lets keep quiet. All right. Lets carve fear into the human bones. The two dragons burned their fighting spirit. Right then. Pupper puck! Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! Skewers made of ice and blood hit the entrance. In one blow, the gates with multiple defense spells were blown away. Quaaaaagh! Aagh! Screams rang out everywhere. It is not ordinary ice magic, but the great magic of the great mage is superimposed with the true ancestors blood magic. I couldnt stand it with some kind of defensive magic. This is the start. How stupid! To be caught by our lure. It looks like it flew quite a bit in the tower, but let me remind you that this is apletely different battlefield! The hermits of each formation greeted the intruders. The maze-like structure of the vige and various traps and spells. The hunting grounds that took advantage of the terrain and features were overwhelmingly advantageous to the hermits. [The 6-star spell Shadow Attack is activated!] [Lv29 Spider is activated!] Spikes came out of the wall. Keeeh! As the ground sank, the huge spider inside opened its mouth. The ninjas perfectly calcted the escape route while holding giant shurikens and shurikens on the wall. The de filled with strong energy burned dazzlingly. before and after. wherever you move whatever way you prepare. It is a siege with no way out. Thats right. Thats right, though. All in all, the opponent wasnt too good. [Inherent ability Fire Dragons Breath is activated!] Roaring! Huge mes that colored the vision spewed out. In an instant, the me dyed everything red. Terrible heat followed. Its fire magic! Unfold the water wall! Just being nearby makes me feel like Im going to lose weight. Still, like ninjas who went through a high level of training, the response was also quick. Cuckoo Cuckoo! A wall of water blocked the mes. that was a mistake Pew! The mes rapidly swelled and the vapors made them blind. Taking advantage of that gap, Jinhyeok aimed at the beast that rushed from under his feet. [Trait ability Tombgraves right arm is activated!] [Trait ability Colossal Strike is activated!] Unexpected magical energy was concentrated on Jinhyeoks ckened right arm. Energy umted at one point. Kwajik! Keeeh! The head of and spider the size of a house copsed in one blow. It is now. Ellis! Be careful. Its because Im in the best condition because I have a good stomach. [Ellis uses the wide-area skill Blood Explosion!] The lightly scattered drops of blood rapidly expanded. It could be said that it was almost simultaneous. Puff puff puff! The alley was engulfed in a red storm. *** Due to the chain of attacks, the area has turned into a mess. It is an impably perfect breath. In addition, the distance between medium and long distances in closebat was the worst for opponents. Inside came in. As the first barrier was breached, Jinhyeok and Alice dug deep inside. The expressions of the ninjas in charge of the gateway were crumpled. Due to their mistake, they allowed the enemy to invade. Are you making a fuss about repaying the disgrace and getting pierced like this in vain? If youre going to do this, why dont you just leave it to us? I only know how to surprise or assassinate. A head-to-head fight sucks. Then the leaders of the other two factions increased all sorts of sarcastic remarks. It was the torturer and sh eaters following the Bounty Hunter, a mafia alliance, and the Ninja, an assassination group. Torturers, a group of people wearing human skin. They enjoy the pain of others, and once they exploded an incident, it was sorge that they were driven out to the hermits vige, the most shadowy part of the Tower. In addition, the sh Eaters, who enjoy cannibalism and genocide, were also inevitable targets of group attacks. Dont talk nonsense. Do you think its different from you guys? The leader of the ninja group growled. No matter how much Nyathotep forced them to form an alliance, they couldnt eat it normally. We can put knives at each others throats whenever the opportunity presents itself. Thats it, youll know if you watch it. Its our turn this time. Im going crazy because I want to use this newly developed torture tool as soon as possible. Looks like the other side sent theirrades through a different route After catching them alive, they ughter them very slowly and devour them. They were fresh toys and prey that came in from the tower after a long time. The taste of handling one by one must be considerable. The ghosts floating around the vige of hermits announced the start of a full-scale war. Chapter 585 Chapter 585. Relic of the Undead (3) Its tougher than I thought Its already been 1 hour and 30 minutes since digging into the heart of the enemies. Jinhyeok, who poured wide-area skills every minute and every second, frowned. The enemys preparation was stronger than expected, and the defense using the base was also tricky. Gig-kick! Why, are you tired of it already? Lets enjoy it slowly. Time is running out. Do-ok Do-ok The ravenous salivating sh eaters grabbed all sorts of knives. theyre fucking bastards Since the nerves of fear had been blown away from their heads, they did not get scared no matter how hard they pressed them. Rather, he was excited that his mouth to eat had decreased, so talking any more would only hurt his mouth. In addition, among the crabs, there were also those with proper skills, not just cannibalistic madness. number should be reduced. At least a dozen people had to be killed to create a route through which they could break through. Jinhyeok held the dagger in both hands in reverse. [The Geomma Cheonryungbo is activated!] Awesome! Kick? One of the hearts in the outskirts disappeared. In the ensuing separation, a stream of blood gushed out from another guys neck. Starting with those with mediocre skills, neither strong nor weak. If the middle copses, the backbone that can bridge the gap between the weak and the strong will disappear. [Trait Grave of Swords is activated!] [Phase 2 is activated!] ck energy swept through the cannibals. Blood raged along the path the sword passed through. but. Kaaang! All things have an end. In the end, a real talent appeared, not a babble. thump! A sharp pain ran through my nerves. There is a reason why this sensation is felt even though it is perfectly offset. The passive Flesh Disintegration possessed by all sh Eaters. It is a kind of self-destruct skill that deals damage to each other the moment they engage in closebat. Arent you sick? Your flesh is splitting so fast? Its a pleasant pain! Kyahaha! Lets bleed a lot. Even if it was really caught, it was properly caught by the perverts. But its not the sh eaters that bother me the most. Jinhyuks gaze turned upward. Took. fault! Above the wall, a number of ninjas are measuring gaps. The ninjas, running amok like flying flies, managed to preserve their core power somehow, even if they lost one. Its a hit and run guerri warfare that slowly gnaws at the stamina of this side. Unlike the ignorant cannibals, hes taking care of his interests thoroughly. In the worst case, not days, but weeks, maybe even more. Until the confrontation system is activated, there will be no choice but to wear leeches. Cant we just ignore it and leave! Ellis, too, was annoyed and shouted. If you do that, the siege will get tighter and tighter. You have to shake it off or annihte it. Kakakakang! Even while he was talking, Jinhyeok brushed offmendations and memorized words. Just as they were about to counterattack, their new model had already disappeared. Wait for a thousand years. Opportunities will surelye. yes. The ninja melted into darkness once again. Since they are high-level ninjas, not low-level ninjas, they are not usually quick-witted. He also worked well with the reckless sh eaters. Moreover, even now, the color of the green smoke was getting thicker and thicker. [The premonition of the apocalypse intensifies.] The situation worsened within 10 minutes. It was also not easy to carve out the safest route possible. Neither way is easy, but Its been a while since Ive had such a persistent tail in a time attack situation. Jinhyuk wet his lips with his tongue. No matter how much I calcted, it seemed that I would not be able to reach my destination until the omen was activated. Dont save your magic and attack mainly those I marked with ice cubes. They said it was dangerous. Did you decide to make a forced breakthrough? Yeah. Since were going to be openly wasting time, we have no choice but to take the risk. Were going to eat as little as possible. I dont really enjoy half-and-half gambling. but. If he wanted a mud fight, he thought he would fit in properly. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! Wow! Soon after, a desperate chase that was iparable to the previous one began. Countless hermits fell in the tense bnce between those who broke through and those who tried to block them. Obviously, the difference in skill is obvious to anyone looking at it. No matter how strong and numerous the sh Eaters and ninjas were, they couldnt surpass thebination of Jinhyeok and Elise. The problem is time. The grains of the hourss fell quickly. In the tight time, Jinhyeok had no choice but to make more and more unreasonable moves. And in the end. A huge loophole was created. A crack appeared between Alice and Jinhyeoks space while they were shooting wide-area weapons. Of course, they werent ninjas who would miss that. Now! Hit all at once! fast. fiercely Among the ninjas, the most elite rushed like lightning. It is because of the idea that even if everyone dies, it is a business that remains as long as it can inflict one wound. Various ninjutsu and illusions were performed at the same time. But just then Took! fault! Shadows and shadows crossed in the air. Kakakakakang! Swords and memorizations came and went at an invisible speed. Its a perfect offset without a single superfluity. Equal to us movement. What kind of bastards are they! The ninjas shouted at the unexpected interrupter. I cant help but be angry because Im going to sprinkle ashes on the finished rice. You came on time. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth went up. Fortunately, support arrived at the perfect timing. Sorry for beingte, lord. On the opposite wall, a number of ck assassins bowed their heads. Forty-five members of the Shade Corps. Following themand of the lord, we join the battle. They were masters of Wolyeong and Shadedae. *** Sheesh! Theres not even a day to rest. Chun Youseong clicked his tongue. From the unusual explosion that had just urred, he had a hunch that things had gone awry. After all, since hooking up with that damn bastard, when have you ever slept on your feet? Now, the peaceful daily life has be rather uneasy. however. isnt this too much? Just looking at it, there are rows of corpses that have been terribly tortured. On one side, there was a huge ornament made by weaving people. He had been through many towers of trials so far, but this was the first time he had seen such a gruesome sight. Kick! Kick! Wee back. Fresh chunks of meat! Creepy hermits d in iron heads wielded long scythes and strangely shaped knives. Kakakakang! As the Death Soul Sword herbivore unfolded, dizzying mes scattered in the air. Chun Yoo-seong burrowed inside at once and blew off the head of the torturer in front. Awesome! A long line of blood gushed out with a clean sword strike. The attack isnt that sharp. It is not a difficult trajectory orplicated passing process. Even so, it was the madness of the other person that gave me goosebumps. [Due to the gap in notoriety, a debuff has been cursed!] [Weakness and fear: Movement speed and attack speed decrease by 3%.] [Divine power and light attribute abilities decrease by 10%.] Torturer They are strong thanks to the overwhelming amount of bad deeds they have umted so far. In this hermits vige, all of their stats were supposed to rise significantly. On the other hand, those who witnessed the terrible scene are bound to lose their morale. My God. How could you do such an evil thing Theresa couldnt stand it and turned her head away. I will never forgive you. Andrea also let out a low roar with her fangs exposed. All kinds of emotions were mixed in the actions that went beyondmon sense. Whoops! The divine power and the magical power emitted from the fox orb merged into one. [Special skill: Archangels Chant & Soul Ritual is activated!] Kukukukukuku! Fire and light exploded, turning the surroundings white. Even if their stats were reduced, those who possessed so much power were able to exert their full strength . What followed was a storm that could shake the heavens and the earth. Whoops! Aagh! Aagh! Caught in the high-temperature fire and light, the torturers evaporated on the spot. Up to a hundred people died at once. Even that was not enough, and the skills of the two tried to dig into the heart of the torturers. But at that very moment. [The torture tool Devils Rake is activated!] A huge ck w protrudes from the air. At the same time, the mes were sucked through the rakes and shot back toward Teresa and Andrea. Roaring! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! The uncontrolled mes started running wild. Kuk! How Teresa and Andrea sprinted around without a moment to panic. If it was a little toote, they might disappear in their mes. Then, he quickly looked at the ce where the rake had been summoned. Being able to use this ability My children what the hell did you do! Again, a loud roar followed. There was one with a mixture of the smell of blood and the smell of rotting corpses, which was different from other torturers. A skinny woman with long gray hair. [Reverse ghost Catran.] She is the boss of the torturers and a viin who tortured more people than anyone else. His whole body was covered with stitches as if he had undergone a major surgery, but he didnt dare to look weak even in the face of Catran. afraid. Just imagining being captured alive by him. Dont think of dying easily. Very slowly. Ill let you experience all the extreme pain! Katran disappeared like smoke on the spot. It is close to short-range spatial teleportation using stealth or smoke. Sensing the presence, Teresa exploded her holy power all at once. [Teresa activates Lv29 Sacred Arc of Eden!] Ugh! A golden cross rose. At the same time as driving out all the harmful things around, I was able to figure out the location of the approaching enemy. left! Sensing the mana prating from the side, Teresa immediately raised her shield. Kwaaang! A heavy impact prated from the fingertips to the shoulder. Katran, who wielded a ruthless scythe, attacked again. Quaang! bang! bang! Kwak Kwa Kwak! I thought that the whole body would be smashed with the shield. It looked like a scythe, but because of the huge metal attached to the back, each shot was as heavy as a battering ram. However, despite the swarm of attacks, Theresa was not shaken in the slightest. Calmly dissipating the shock with the shield, I watched for an opportunity. once twice. and three times. Teresa, who finally grasped the gap between attacks,unched a counterattack. The blow is menacing, but so slow. Theresa emerged from within the shield and cast a sharp thrust. However, Katrans movements, which had been ignorantly suppressed only by force, changed at once. As if waiting for a counter like this. counter of counters. Catran grabbed Theresas back. Insects that chase the light should be crushed for their taste. [Catran activates his unique ability Torture Materialization!] [Head Crasher appears!] An iron torture device appeared on Teresas head. Tick-tock! Tick-tock! The skull-crushing Head Crashers clock moved quickly. [10 9 8.] I cant help but solve it Even after pouring holy power, the torture device on his head showed no signs of breaking. Instead, the speed at which time decreased was even faster. Chapter 586 Episode 586. Worst Apocalypse (1) Chucky Geek! Awesome! A grotesque cacophony pierced my eardrums. A chilly feeling spread through the nape of his neck, enough to give goosebumps all over his body. A few seconds at most. After that, as the name of the torture device suggests, the skull will be smashed. Right then. C Leave it to me. Ill let you run amok without using divine power. A familiar voice was heard. Its so sweet the devils temptation. no. However, since he realized that each time he used Corruption, his personality was being taken away little by little. I couldnt rely on the cursed power. In the worst case, the ce where ones sword was headedter could be the most important person. -You know that. That Im much more likely to move. If it were me, I could wipe out all the nasty bastards over there. A voice echoes again. Ugh! Teresa used all her magic to destroy the Head Crasher. However, the power that was in conflict with the divine power swallowed the softly shining starlight as it was. 1 second left. gigg! The iron was interlocked. Torture instruments made of rusted iron rattled. however. right before the screws are tightened. Kaaang! The sword filled with strong energy cut through the instruments of torture. Red heat shone from the cut iron. A pdin is the worst to fight. Chun Yuseong stepped forward. Mr. Yooseong I will take care of that guy. but! Unless you change your personality, in the current situation, the divine power will rather act as poison. If I were to defeat him, I would be better off with a head-to-head match. sorry. Okay. rest. Chun Yuseong put Ryu Hwa into the scabbard. All of the coldly captured life was condensed in the scabbard. Keep your feet firmly on the ground. The body tightened like a bow. It doesnt matter whoes. Because you guys and I have lived different years. Katran threw back his great scythe in response. At the same time, terrifying magic was condensed into one ce. Cuckoo Cuckoo! The grudges of those who had been tortured and killed so far and the evil deeds umted until now came together and soon formed a single sentence. [Torture materialization C Iron Maiden is activated!] Damn it! An instrument of torture that has left countless people dead in fear. If anyone gets trapped in this, they will confess even the false truth and seek mercy. [Conditions have been met.] [Unique Holy Spear Time of Repentance is activated!] [Time limit 0h : 9m : 59s] [If the Iron Maiden is not destroyed within the time limit, the creature within the abilitys activation target will be destroyed. ] In this vige, I can exert power approaching that of the main deities of the tower. A unique holy spear with the effect of absolute judgment. This is Katrans worst ability. Its a no-brainer. The exnation is grandiose, but in the end, isnt it saying that if you just destroy the needlessly gigantic torture device, it will be over? If you can Catran cut the air with his scythe. Whoops! Enemies wearing birds beak masks poured out through the cracks. All of them were strong people who knew how to handle ck auras and poisons. Come and see it wherever you like. Ive never been able to break through this formation before. Layers of enemies filled the space between Cheonyuseong and Katran. Even with Teresa and Andrea, it was a number that could hardly be reached in 10 minutes. Ill take off all of your skin Ill take it off. will peel it off Hee hee hee hee. I will make you beg for help. Im going crazy with anticipation of how that sculpted face will change. Each of the beak masks armed with various instruments of torture uttered one word at a time. Desperate quantity due to time constraints. However, despite the overwhelming gap, Cheon Yu-seongs momentum did not weaken in the slightest. Whoops! A blue aura that resonates along the tip of the sword. Lets try it. Chun Yoo-seong adjusted his breathing to the limit to match the song of the sword. At the moment when I had to look ahead more than ever, I closed my eyes. Enemies disappeared from sight, leaving only him alone in the whitewashed world of imagination. No, to be precise, he and another person were standing in a world where no one should be. tens of thousands of times. To go beyond a single being. And to be acknowledged by that existence. threw everything away Even so, I was despairing and frustrated at the reality that I couldnt even reach my toes. He rationalized himself, saying that now is the time topromise with reality. An existence that has gone beyond love and hatred and has be a utopia. Keep you down Parts! The condensed magical power exceeded its limit. A storm was contained in a small scabbard. I will climb to the top of the tower. That is the only reason for remaining in this world. White Night Soul Sword. To the existing finished sword. Form 1. put your own color The only one in the world that was created to defeat the strongest rival. this. It is a sword devised to ovee a single existence. When the herbivore wasplete, a single sh cut through the air. Awesome! It was the strongest baldo that could not find a single point of superfluity. Everything in a straight line split left and right and flowed down. Kuk gagging? Kick. Hundreds of beak masks didnt even recognize what they were doing. A fountain of blood opened up the path between Catran and Heaven. [A new sword has been born in the Tower.] [The system grants the title of Sword Saint to the yer Chun Yu-seong.] [A remarkable achievement will be recorded in the Hall of Fame tomorrow.] The Tower has officially recognized it. . That the one who reached the pinnacle of the sword was Chun Yu-seong. Hee-eok Hee-euk. Chun Yoo-seong released the breath he had been holding back all at once. Along with the joy of finallypleting the sword, a great amount of fatigue rushed through his whole body. It was because the concentration that went beyond the limit consumed all of his stamina. Boooooong Quaaang! A terrible shock came after the terrifying hole-in-the-wall. Chun Yoo-seongs body bounced off like a puppet whose thread had been cut. Big! To be honest, stopping the attack just now was nothing short of a miracle. If it werent for the experience he had umted and his unique reflexes, he would have split in two. The problem is Miracles usually end in one shot. How dare you how dare you kill all the children I cherish. Hes a lot more dangerous than he looks. Katran, the only survivor, spewed a vicious killing blow. Having lost those who were like half of themselves, of course, anger overflows. But even those who have been recognized by the system still cant handle that power properly isnt itpletely useless? Katran raised her scythe high. Chun Yoo-seong tried to avoid himself. However, the trembling arms and legs did not respond as well as the heart. Everything felt so heavy, like cotton drenched in water. Damn it. Chun Youseong looked at Katran while biting his mrs. This time is really over. however. What followed was not the feeling of a de digging into my throat. Kaaang! First, there was a sharp sound of de colliding with de. Then a sweet voice whispered in the ear right next to it. Its the same with our frustrated Sunding and you who are crazy about men andcking 2%. [Teresa activates Corruption.] [Personality changes.] Parts! It is different from Katran. A seductive and sticky energy welled up. Do you know what that torture woman has and you guysck? Armor and sword stained ck. The thick armor reached the point of disappearing because it couldnt be thinner. Even so, the solidity of air defense was several times stronger than when he was a pdin. It is madness. Its a precious person, so its a problem that there are grandiose things like goals to achieve. Purely killing enemies and slicing through flesh and bone. Only when you be addicted to that simple pleasure can you reach a higher level. I will show you now. How the real crazy ones fight. Kagagak Theresa moved forward, scratching the floor with her sword. With a smile as thick as blood on his face. *** Kakaga River! In the countless intersecting shadows. Jinhyeok and Alice ran forward. Its incredibly fast and powerful. Theyre trying to get out of the Ninjutsu! A confrontation system in which various illusions and Ninjutsu are ovepped. The best hunting grounds that could drive the enemy into the pit began to crack. The viges masters, who had been trained with great care, also fell into a situation where most of them were unable to fight. It wasnt that we had an all-out war with the other giant forces in the Hermits Vige. Its not like the deities of the tower invaded. It was an unbelievable result to see that only two people suffered this kind of damage. To that extent, thebination of Jinhyeok and Ellis was threatening. Dirty bastards. An elderly ninja holding a shuriken over 2m long clicked his tongue. So far, Ive dealt with a lot of guys who say Im long. It was the first time I saw such ignorant guys. as if to prove it. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! There was a hole in the dense siege. The intruders had secured a route through which they could dig into the deepest part of the town. And thats Youre driving it well, right? It was also the surest road to hell. yes. I wont have any doubts. In fact, that path is also the right path. Hmm. From now on, all I have to do is wait patiently until they get tired of my grass. This is the worstbyrinth. Once inside, you can never get out without guidance from an insider. In fact, several of the towers great heroes have lost their lives trying to get inside. chuck. The ninjas stopped pursuing them on the spot. same time. Elise, wandering around the vige, felt something strangely out of ce. I realized that no matter how far I ran down the road, I was constantly hovering in the same spot. contractor. This is something Yes. You must have yed the trick well. Even the wide-area search skill Cheonrajimang cannot grasp the overall structure. It sounds like a perfect maze. Are you locked up? Perhaps I know how to attack the maze. Each designer has unique characteristics in a maze of this level of difficulty, and you just need to understand those characteristics and go back. The problem is time. No matter how much Jinhyeok attacked all the mazes of the tower, it was impossible to find a strategy in a short period of time. Then it is a big deal. 1 minute 1 second is urgent Elise slightly exposed her fangs. It was a unique behavior that he did when cornered. but. No, not necessarily. I bought an insurance policy because I thought something like this would happen. A message to be delivered to Mother through the sweet potato. Its time for one of them to shine. It probably should have arrived by now. The moment I thought so. that buck A new figure emerged from the shadows of the alley. Chapter 587 Episode 587. Worst Apocalypse (2) Jerbug. With the sound of footsteps, a familiar figure appeared. Whoa. You really have a knack for flirting with people. This is a ce I dont really want to explore. The great explorer of the Tower, Pesis. With his ability to find a way even in the worstbyrinth, he would be able to secure the safest route even in the vige of hermits. Because of the situation I had no choice but to seek help. Im sorry you must have been dealing with something urgent. ha ha ha. no. Rather, I wonder how you knew where I was. Its a ce I went without telling anyone I roughly took a picture and guessed it. If it was Mr. Pesis, I think he would have gone there for some reason. At this time, Pesys was in the middle of exploring Yotleam Gorge. The canyon is a rough terrain that none of the towers residents have seen the end of. Of course, it would have been more than enough to stimte Pesis desire for a challenge. but. The great Pesis met the worst result of being in vain for a whopping 2 months. It is said that no matter how hard you wrap your head and think creatively, you just walk in ce. It has no choice but to be like that. Jinhyuk clicked his tongue inside. In order to cover Yotleam Gorge to the end, you shouldnt simply find your way well. This was because the hidden path itself could not be seen until the level of intimacy with the forest spirits was raised to a certain level. In addition, even if you raised intimacy above a certain level, you needed 3 hidden pieces to pass through the forest. All of them boasted of extreme difficulty in obtaining them. If you dont know those points, no matter how much time passes, it wont be of any use. I happened to be there, so dont worry too much. When this work is over, lets go out to the forest. Are you saying you want toe with me? Arent you just giving me information? Coincidentally, Yotleam Gorge was also the ce where he promised to go with Cheon Yoo-seong. This means that their interests are perfectly aligned. Of course, you dont have to tell me this. It must be wrapped up with a sacrificial heart and goodwill toward humanity. Of course, I intend to help. Lets create a warm world where people trust and help each other is my life motto. Jinhyuk smiled brightly. It was a warm smile that melted away even the slightest doubt. Haha, Jinhyeok-nim was a really altruistic person. great. If so, I will do my best to find the way. [Pesis activates the Search skill!] A new route opened. *** Uh, how This nonsense Each of the powers that rule the hermits vige spewed empty winds. An impregnablebyrinth that has never been broken through yet. It was this masterpiece that the best ninjas and maze designers put in toplete. however. Thebyrinth was no longer a symbol of perfection. It was because they were being helplessly broken through by someone who suddenly appeared. Dont just stare nkly, activate the jinbeop! Are you going to leave it alone! The maze designers moved busily at the high-ranking ninjas shout. Ninjutsu, witchcraft, and phantom magic. Layered defensive spells changed the shape of the maze from time to time. Cuckoo Cuckoo Cuckoo! Dripping Crackling! Where there is no road, there is a road. The old path is gone. There were no rules to be found in the frantically moving terrain and features. At least thats how it seemed to everyone here. only one. This way. Except for Pesis. fault! Through the long cracks on the left and right, a straight road emerged. At first nce, the ckened darkness seemed dangerous. Its so hard to take even one step. However, Pesis dug into the depths without the slightest hesitation. Numerous traps were triggered, but Phesis was always one step faster to use her hands. As expected, its amazing. Jinhyuk blew a small whistle. Whileing this far, I tried to figure out how to attack the maze in my own way, but I couldnt find a novel and novel way like Phesis. Looking at it again, I immediately thought that he was a genius. Enough to arouse envy and envy from everyone in the tower. Of course, there was no need to envy the other persons outstanding talent forever. [Copy Conditions: Phesis, the great explorer, has achieved numerous achievements, but has not been properly recognized. If you acknowledge and praise such Pesis achievements, you will be able to copy one of his unique abilities and skills. (The more praise you give, the higher rank ability you can copy.) ] Its a story about Juran. To the point where I feel bad because I cant overflow. Kuhm! As the trap calmed down a bit, Jinhyeok cleared his voice. My throat tickled as I tried to praise him inappropriately. Do you have something to say? okay. The contractor must be hungry. How about taking a break and eating a full meal and dessert? Its not because I want Jim to eat Its because the contractor looks really hungry. Knock. Did he even get into the boat? How can I just think about eating all day? Its not that, but the more I see Mr. Pesis ability to find his way, the more I admire him. You have to be able to resist asking how you can have that kind of insight. ha ha ha. Words of exaggeration. Will I be as good as yer Kang Jin-hyeok, who acknowledged my lowly ability even by the gods? No, I was going topliment you, but what if youplimented me instead? Humility is ingrained in the body, and it is in a state of exhaustion. Anyway, its usually not that tricky to get these clogged guys up and running. Its okay though. Putting an iron te on your face was as natural as breathing. Above all, I saw it clearly. The corners of Pesiss lips twitched very slightly. For Pesis, who was thirsty for praise, this sides recognition must be sweet. good. If you like sweet things, Ill cram sugar down your throat enough to make you diabetic. Whats the point of being acknowledged by the gods? Its a gilchi that cant find a single road properly? On the other hand, Mr. Pesis can attack the impregnable maze without any obstacles. If you have the greatest talent for climbing the tower, it belongs to Mr. Pesis. Compared to him, Im nothing more than a hound that knows how to fight, or a praying mantis. Ah yes. Is it yer Kang Jin-hyuk? contractor. What did you eat wrong? The faces of the two changed to a form they had never seen before. No wonder. I understand. My face was getting hot as I was talking. [I praise the system for doing very well!] [Depreciate myself more and more and push me to lift my opponent up!] It seems like I can hear the sound of his breathing in my ears. Thinking about it again, a system is not usually a pervert. However, if only the abilities could be copied! And if only we could fuse a higher level of ability based on that ability! He was able to endure a moment of shame and a dark history. I envy Mr. Pesis. And again, this journey with you is so moving. This maze strategy willter be the history of the tower, a legend, and eventually recorded as a myth! I could be talked about as the porter of the hero leading that great expedition! Jinhyeok gave an enthusiastic speech. Continue until a status window appears indicating sess. Stop that please. Please stop because I am afraid that someone will listen. contractor. Jim is working very hard right now to suppress his will. Pesiswa, who was burning red to the nape of her neck. Alice vomits. And the giggling system window filled my entire field of vision. Even so, Jinhyeok did not stop. atst. Tring! [Ability copying seeded.] This nightmare, which everyone except the system suffered from, was finally able toe to an end after a long time. *** Enemies invaded from three directions. At first, I was sure that even a dozen or so people would be crushed in an instant. As many as three of the forces that divided the hermits vige were united, so of course the confidence skyrocketed. Even if it was the gods who came here, it wouldnt be easy. But what Looking at the results, the situationpletely exceeded expectations. strong. so overwhelming. The pirates, an emerging force, were small in number, but were showing off their skills stronger than any of the gigantic forces. Hmm. After all, it cant be done with ragtag people. Nyathotep scratched his chin. It was a very calm reaction, as if he knew this would happen. Still, I think it was enough to earn time. Because the concentration of the green powder exceeded 70%. The old guards also calmly organized the situation. And the way they treat everyone as mere tools stirred the patience of those who lead the vige. Are we just buying time? I risked my life to fight, and now they say that! Pew! The words didnte to an end. The aged ninja became a handful of blood and scattered. One of the torturers was split in half intact. Patter. Only a few pieces of meat made a mess on the floor. Nyathotep brushed the blood and flesh from its purple tentacles. I petted him a little, but he climbed without even knowing the subject. Hounds have to be good at hunting, but arent you guys not even good at that? A tone that has turned cold. Even if you did it even once. No, even pretending to respond or even making an action will kill you. The feeling of fear squeezed my heart. Those who were trying to build their pride just a moment ago became dumb who ate honey. Sorry. We will be careful so that we can no longer hold back our anger and never go against the will of the great one again. no. It could be. Surprisingly, Nyathoteps life softened so easily. Sighs of relief flowed from everywhere. Thank you for forgiving me. Its true that they suffered quite a bit of damage, but if they gather the remaining troops, they should still be able to mount a counterattack. If you give us a little time, we will prepare another ambush in the za. no. You dont have to. Your role ends here. yes? What do you mean Thats the literal meaning. Even if you scrape the bugs together, the result will be the same anyway, so you dont have to do something cumbersome like a surprise attack. ah! To be precise, there is onest thing left to do. The hooded figure approached Nyathotep in silence. Annihtor. It is a monster that posed a threat to primeval beings in the past. [The foreshadowing of the apocalypse urs very strongly.] [Only one condition is left until the full activation.] Eat them all. Nyathotep murmured softly. Chapter 588 Episode 588. Worst Apocalypse (3) A bloody battle that has alreadysted nearly an hour. It is as if a typhoon has swept through it. The bloody ground showed how desperate the fight had been. Keye. Cool! ck blood flowed from Katrans mouth. He just lost his left arm in the previous attack. Unbearable pain burned through the brain along the cut section. You look like a monster even after being hurt that much, your expression wont change. four years. Is it as long as its human? Katrans gaze moved forward. There, too, stood a blonde-haired saint whose whole body was stained with blood. To be precise, she was a fallen saint who lost her divine power and became corrupted. Huh. Its too harsh to say that youre a monster to a beautifuldy. Even though it looks like this on the outside, it is soft on the inside. look. Its very bright red, isnt it? Serious wounds that were so clearly visible that the ribs were visible. Literally, the inside was exposed. But its like you dont feel any pain. Theresa slowly began to heal from her wounds. Whoops! The new flesh grows and the broken ribs stick together. As if saying when did you get hurt, the wound disappeared. Now, Im going to take something bigger than an arm this time. Do you need to thrill me a little more before I die? Took. Theresa slung her sword over her shoulder with a bloody smile on her face. It seemed that the holy sword dripping with ck blood could not even be called a holy sword any longer. Even if I die here, I will cut off your disgusting face. Katran stumbled into a stance. He raised a huge scythe with his one free arm. Cuckoo Cuckoo! [Torture materialization Last Guillotine is activated!] The scythe emitted a sharp light. at the same time. Yeah. After all, its good that a strong guy is lively like a live fish, isnt it? No matter how much you cut it, it will continue to run amok. Ugh, Im worried. Its a pity, but should I kill him this time? Will I be patient? I want to enjoy just a little bit more, but which one is the correct answer? Theresa, who had been repeating her own answers, soon made up her mind. I have decided. There must be another Bell guy anyway. Theresa finished preparing to draw her sword crosswise. The ck magic was condensed towards one ce. A smile full of madness and a smile that seems to really enjoy it. Facing it all, Katran felt fear for the first time. creepy Unknowingly, he tilted his body back a few degrees. A greater sense of repulsion than when facing Nyathotep stimted his instincts. but cant back down Awesome! Grinding his teeth, he poured all his magic into the guillotines activation. die! [Guillotine liberation C body muttion is triggered!] From top to bottom. A blow with the power of gravity struck. In response to this, Teresas sword also released all the mana it had umted to the limit all at once. [Teresa also uses Desecration with ck feet!] The vertical and horizontal lines met at one point. The final blow, loaded with power and speed, continued in a bloody trail. However, the sound of sharp des shing did not echo. Instead, an eerie, flesh-piercing sound pierced my eardrums. Awesome! A silent mor. Katran, who struggled into the air, still couldnt ept the situation that hade to him. Instead, only the body that had lost its head moved a few steps from the spot. However, no matter how strong he was, he couldnt have survived this much damage. Push shush! With a fountain of blood gushing out like a waterfall, the leader of a faction fell. [The hermit viges giant torturers lose their fighting spirit.] With this, one of the three bridges copsed. Its a pity, but is an hour the limit? I cant help it. Now I have to hand over my body to Sundingi. 1 hour after exerting full force. Certainly, the amount of time I can maintain my personality has increasedpared to the beginning. The corners of Theresas mouth went up. If you keep going like this someday the day wille when your personality changes. Then see you next time. cool brother If possible, bring that sly and handsome brother with you next time. Both of them are the men I filmed. [Corruption is canceled.] Teresas body staggered with a short message. Soon, in contrast to the lively voice, a weak and thin voice came out. Ah is the fight over? okay. Another personality came and finished it off. I dont remember very well. They are sparsely connected, like fog and blurry. I guess so. Because you used so much power. equivalent exchange. Power that overflows in minutes requires a price appropriate for it. If possible, I didnt want to change my personality. This may lead to the worst possible oue. Theresa, who had been ming herself, managed to pull herself together. Rather than that, go to Jinhyeok. They must be fighting at a much deeper level than we are, so we have to go and help them. I am trying to move even though I still cant control my body properly. I know why you do it that way. Is that leech-like creature that precious to you? What do you like so much about? No one, no matter how stupid, didnt know that Teresa liked Jinhyeok. Same this time too. Even if I asked to go to the hellish stairs, Teresa always followed me without saying anything. Even more concerned about Jinhyeoks safety than herself, there was something more than just the saintess altruism. !! Theresa, who had been exposed to her inner feelings, blushed slightly. I thought I had been careful in my own way, but it was because I stabbed it right in the middle of the day. Theresa pondered the question carefully. The reason I like it is Because he was always with me. From the first Corridor of the Corrupt to the moment I came to the Hermits Vige. And when he turned his back on the deceased person corporation and joined other forces. Even when lives were in danger in Europe. Jinhyeok always came to understand and save him. Weve been together like that, so how can we not feel good? You are trying to walk the thorny road. He has Alice. You wouldnt know her feelings, would you? Of course I know. Alice had known for a long time that she also liked Jinhyeok. but. I still cant give up. You dont need a reason to like it. No matter how strong a rival is. It means you cant just fake your feelings. Thispany will be in trouble in the future. I dont think Ill ever change my mind anyway. Jeong In that case, I will support you from your side. If there is anything you can do to help, let me know. Mr. Yooseong. Dont attach too much meaning to it. Its just that the position of the second person was sympathized with. Chun Yoo-seong spat out with a tick and threw a water bottle from his bosom. thank you. She took a sip of the water Teresa had given her. Just drinking a small amount of the Elfs Spring Water I bought at the coin exchange felt like replenishing my stamina and vitality. Now, after a little break, you will have to support Jinhyeok and the rest of the members. The two men prepared for another fight by saving their magical energy. *** same time. Arriving at the end of the maze, Jinhyeok summoned the spirits to stand guard and took a short break. Looking good. If someonees, tell me right away. Yes, master. do not worry. We just have to believe in it. Undine and the gnomes clenched their little fists. Although it was a temporary base, the earthen house and the moat surrounding it made for a pretty good hiding ce. The Spirit Beasts, which moved swiftly, were also in high spirits. As expected, it is worthwhile to have a good education on a regr basis. That moment. Ehchwi! Ache! Elise let out a sneeze. whats the matter? Did you catch a cold? No, suddenly something bad tickled Jims throat. Usually, at times like this, stupid saints, stupid foxes, and other idiots go against their nting Dont talk nonsense. Manage your horsepower well. Remember we have to get to our destination before the apocalypse fully begins, right? Its a poem! Jims sense is correct! Alice jumped up and down in her ce in anger. On the other hand. Hearing the same words, Pesiss face turned white like a sheet of paper. Uh yer Kang Jin-hyeok? yes? I think I heard hallucinations because I was exhausted from finding my way so hard. You didnt just say that the Apocalypse would begin, right? Ah is that it? Thats of course Of course not! Ah yo! ha ha ha. I asked something. There is no way that even yer Jinhyuk Kang could have dragged me into one of the Towers worst disasters, the Apocalypse. Pesisughed like a maniac. Hmm. I tried to be right, but its not easy. How can you tell the truth to those deer-like eyes? thats right. that. Apocalypse is about to happen very properly. Listening to what the contractor said earlier, I think it will be close or toote. In my personal opinion, its already toote at least. Ellis nailed reality with a single knife. If you look closely, you can see that he tramples on other peoples hearts mercilessly. Its because theres not even the slightest bit of delicacy. Thats great. At Elises words, Pesis silently lowered her head. Its a bonus to put your arms around your eyes and shake your shoulders. Undine pointed her finger at Pesis. master. That person is crying. Leave it alone. Even guides have moments when they want to cry. Ive already boarded the same boat, so theres no hole to escape. Do we all sink together or live and move forward? Only one of the two options remains. In the end, Pescis wept and decided to continue guiding by eating mustard. The wave of magical energy felt by Teresa and Chun Yu-seong has also stabilized. Orun and Andrea also noticeably became more stable. Everyone got over the hangover and entered the timing to catch their breath. Is it about halfway there now? Jinhyuk nodded slightly. Ive been doing well despite this and that. Ellis said that, but there were still plenty of possibilities to stop or antagonize Apocalypse. For sure. I thought so. Taang! Until a single gunshot rang out. ! With a sound, Jinhyeok reflexively drew his sword. Caang! The bullet aimed precisely at the middle of the forehead was cut in half. If the reaction was even slightly slow, it would have killed him instantly. They neutralized the barrier and attacked? Its ridiculous. To think that the triple barriers that were spread out just in case would be destroyed with just one bullet. pounding! pounding! pounding! My heart was beating fast. All my nerves screamed, sending out a high-pitched rm. Because there was only one person who could do this. [All the conditions for the apocalypse have been met!] [The genius apocalypse begins!] The green mist was sucked into one ce along with the reddish status window. master! are you okay? contractor! This magical power is Somehow, I was told that I had a strong sense of touch. Its not just Apocalypse, is it a genius who can blow up several floors of the tower? Various reactions erupted from all over the ce. It is progressive to express ones opinion diligently, but now is the time to save every word. that buck Footsteps followed where the gunshot was heard. The smell of rotting corpses stung my nostrils. A ck hood and two different colored revolvers in each hand. Undoubtedly. The person in front of me is the Top Gun of the past. Its destroyer. Chapter 589 Episode 589. Worst apocalypse (4) Heh heh. omg. I think I will die. mother. I should go get some rest. You will burn out at this rate. The bounty hunters following Mother let out a dying sound. Its already been a few hours since I cant even rest and Im running like a messenger. About half of the messages left by Jinhyeok were delivered, but there was still a mountain of work to be done. i get it. take a break. Mother tugged at the horses reins as if she couldnt help it. Heying! The horse that had bitten the foam was finally able to rest for a while. If I had run any further, I might have copsed. Mother took out a long piece of parchment. There, the contents Jinhyeok instructed to do were written in order. Moorim delivered everything with this It is the home of the Heavenly Horse of Mt. There, he seeded in seeking help from a person named Wolyeong. As soon as he heard the name Jinhyeok, seeing him move without asking or asking anything else He must be a person who earns a lot of trust from the people around him. It was said that Jinhyeok would cover all the expenses to be paid for moving the stairs and stairs. Although he said he was going to pay for it because he didnt have the money right away, he had a sure guarantee. A trusted person like that wouldnt cheat. Mother took out another memorandum from her bosom and read it over and over again. [I, yer Jinhyeok Kang, promise to pay Mother all expenses and 30% interest within 3 days in the name of the great Ranger Destroyer.] Yes . Thats not going to happen. You also think Kang Jin-hyeok is a person worth trusting and following, right? huh. He deserves to be trusted and followed. 99.92% chance. The girl with blue hair nodded with an expressionless face. He was a strong man called Fray. Next to him was a ck dragon called Sweet Potato, who acted as a messenger. Then can I trust him and follow him too? Mosquito mosquitoes. Frey was silent, and Sweet Potato shook her head. How do you feel hey? Not sure if you might not be stabbed in the back. But at the same time, there is a 92.25% chance of bing Schr?dingers sweet potato. huh. Its high anyway. It seemed that the probability had gone down vaguely, but it was still a high probability. Mosquito Mosquito! The sweet potato, which received something from Frey and put it in its mouth, also nodded vigorously. His yellow eyes twinkled and his tail waggled as if begging for trust. The feeling of uneasiness grew even bigger, but the die had already been cast. Mother made up her mind. deceiving yourself that it isnt. Move to the next. Casey and Jude Law who are supposed to be on the 30th floor. And to ziness, one of the seven deadly sins. *** p! Again, the sound of the iron going up was heard. Muscles contract and heart rate increases rapidly. [Ellis activates her unique ability Blood Road!] Elise spreads a veil made of blood. Taang! Gunshots rang out again. A single sh of light pierced the air in a straight line. Puffer Puck! Kuh!? A whimper escaped Alices mouth. As the veil prated, a wind hole was formed in Elises shoulder. Its a shame because even that was turned around through the shield. If it wasnt for that, it would have been the heart, not the shoulder. are you okay!? Jinhyuk shouted. At least this scar is unstoppable. Elise lightly touched her shoulder with her hand. The wound had disappeared as if it had been washed. It didnt take a lot of damage, but the problem was a scratch on my pride. Immediately, the thin bloodstains were twisted to make a long skewer. A whopping three-digit top-tier attack skill. The Blood Spear, created bypression afterpression, surged toward the annihtor. Paaang! The skewer that broke through the speed of sound wasparable to a bullet. but. [Death Lv?? Fire the Bullet of the End!] The tip of the skewer was exactly blocked by the end of the bullet. Elises skill level was much higher, but it was the annihtor who was aiming for an urate RBI. This means that the maximum performance was achieved with the minimum amount of horsepower. However, due to the previous battle, the annihtor also realized. The enemies you have to deal with now are not easy people. The annihtor silently looked at Jinhyeoks formation. And beside it, new faces stood together. Is that guy the famous Kang Jin-hyeok? I never thought I would see Alices skewer again. Its creepy. Altera and Arden. They were twin siblings from the Gold Dragon n. Leader. Did they hurt our children? okay. There is no Chun Yoo-seong or Teresa, but over there are the core members of the Goinmul Corporation. Pesis was also there. Now I think I know why they were able to run through the maze so quickly. A rat-like guide. I finally caught the tail. The Old Guards also growled with hawk eyes. I had no choice but to be full of life. How many times have I let the primeval beings down because of those humans? As long as the trust and reputation that have been built countless times have fallen to the floor, it will take several times the performance to build it up again. And destroying the deceased corporation was a necessary prerequisite. Sreung! Charleuk Various weapons were pulled out. A full-scale battle is about to begin. It will not be an easy fight. haha. The Old Guard All of the higher ranks have gathered, and you can also see Crimson, who is number one in the ranks. Alice and Pesis couldnt hide their nervous light. Two of the Gold n, the most prestigious among the Bur, intervened. It was because he gathered all the best of the Old Guard, who were specialized in hunting such high rankers. Above all, I had no idea how to deal with Apocalypse, who uses an unknown pistol. Its been a headache. Jinhyuk wet his parched lips with his tongue. Nyathoteps son of a bitch. At the point where the existence intervention on the 50th floor became free, they dug a trap very properly. The resurrection of the deceased who was thought to be dead was shocking, but the gold dragons intervention was even more fatal. Of course, at the right time. I never thought that among the Gold n, those bloody siblings who were exceptionally warlike woulde out. I already have Balmung out, but these three cant stop them all. In particr, the Annihtor was a strong yer who could not guarantee a match even with a 1:1 score. Pesis-san, focus on running away as much as possible, Ellis. You need to pull some time from the front with me. At least we have to hold on until Chun Yu-seong and the rest of the members join us. Should Jim take care of the lizards and Oldguards or whatever idiots? huh. There will be a few hits on Mr. Pesis, but the main focus will be on you. Are you okay? I can do something if I try hard enough, but then Kheheum! hmm! Elise suddenly cleared her throat and gave a strange nce. No way To overdo it, I need some contractors blood. damn it Was that the purpose? But I cant deny it at this time. I had to deal with daunting enemies alone, but I had to provide an environment where I could do my best. Jinhyeok gave up everything and tilted his head. Ellis raised her sharp fangs and rushed into Jinhyeoks arms. cold and A sharp pain radiated down the back of his neck. Along with the soft touch of her silver hair, she could feel hot drops of blood running down her neck. No matter how much you directly vampirize, you wont be able to adapt. How many minutes had passed like that? Huh. okay. this is the taste It was a really nostalgic and sweet scent. Alice pulled her fangs out of Jinhyeoks nape as if she was satisfied. at the same time. Whoops! The aura rising from his body became iparably stronger than before. [The unique holynce Revtion of the Gaebyeok is activated!] Red wings and a circr ring unfolded, releasing the magical power that Ataraxias head family had umted. *** Cuckoo Cuckoo! The whole vige was violently shaken. Just the sight of them made me shudder and goosebumps ran through my whole body. I see I understand why the kids struggled. Hahaha! Its been a long time since I felt like this! Each of the Old Guards eximed in exmation at the thrill of living. Fear and suspense from fighting against the terrifying Jinjo. On the one hand, the tion and excitement of being able to suffocate such a formidable enemy exploded all at once. All eyes were focused on one ce. only two. Except for Jinhyeok and the annihtor. that buck Jinhyeok walked towards the ce where the dead were. Naturally, the distance was reduced, but the annihtor did not attack. Is it free will? Or because something was ordered? I dont know why, but its urgent to figure out what the opponents condition is before fighting. Obviously, ording to the information in the past, the annihtor should have died to be normal. Looks like Ive be a body that can neither die nor live Is it possible to have a conversation? . It must have be like a zombie. I expected a little bit because it was a top gun at one time, but it turned out to be a pity. Jinhyeok sneakily showed a pistol from his right waist. It was an A-rank revolver given to me by Mother. Right then. Are you using a gun? The annihtor opened his mouth for the first time. Whoa. Are you reacting to this too? No matter how much his body and mind are restrained, he seems to have a special attachment to the gun he has handled throughout his life. Now I have a hole to wiggle in. furthermore. Having free will means that abilities can also be copied. [Eye of gluttony is activated!] A sharp eye pierced everything. Tring! A long status window appeared. Unique ability About Time, unique voice Billy the Kid, and 26 long and long skills. About half of them are already known or can be inferred. good. Jinhyeok smiled in repentance. Until you see the following copy conditions. [Copy condition: In order to copy the ability of the deceased, you must win a gun-to-gun battle. However, during the confrontation, you must follow the Ranger concept that Colonel Teemo did in the past. Otherwise, you will be able to copy only one of the skills except for the unique holy spear and unique ability.] Holy shit. I had never used swearing before, but this time the nutmeg letters came out of my mouth really naturally. Still cant help it. The ability of the annihtor was the kind that must be obtained at least for the sake of insurance. Chapter 590 Episode 590. Top Gun (1) Colonel Teemo. It was a nickname he used while climbing the tower in the past, and it was also the name of a ranker who was in the strongest position among those who handled all pistols. It is a precious ID with memories of 11 years. from one to ten. Everything was perfect and I liked it. Of course, to the end only when I recalled it from time to time to sell memories of the past. Damn it Jinhyeok bit his lip. I couldnt imagine that this damn system would ask me to reproduce the costumes and action y of that time. I didnt even know that I would see that shameful thing in front of everyone. Still cant help it. The ability of the annihtor was the kind that must be obtained at least for the sake of insurance. In fact, the body was already reacting before the head. Whoops! [Subspace inventory is opened.] [Coin exchange is activated.] Familiar clothes, hats, and cheap cigars and lighters reced the existing outfits. Whoa Deep gray smoke billowed from the cigar he smoked. It was a cotton candy cigar made specifically for non-smokers. What are you doing? The brow of the dead crumpled slightly. The ufortable nting is transmitted as it is. Well, I met the same job after a long time, but I cant help but be dumbfounded when the yfulnesses out dripping like this. I understand. But what can I do? Its like the system is perverted. If youre going toin, do it to him. Or to the person who made it. [The system cheers for the long-awaited appearance of Colonel Teemo.] [Strongly demands that you say that line.] Dont bother. Hes already pissed off, but I dont know what hell do if I provoke him more. You expected something you shouldnt have done for a trivial piece of trash. After speaking, the annihtor slowly raised the pistol. Parts! The rune words engraved on the bullet began to resonate violently with the call of the owner. Magical powerpressed to the limit in the muzzle. Taang! Taang! However, the gunshot was not a single shot. At the same time as the gun of the deceased spewed fire, Jinhyeok pulled out the revolver like lightning from his waist. Its so fast that its hard to believe even when you see it. furthermore. Kaaang! It wasnt just speed. The bullets that met at one point collided in the air. Two dented bullets fell with a loud sound. Ohhh The eyes of the deceased changed at once. Instead of the initially boring and insipid reaction, the other side of interest shed. churrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr.. Jinhyeok put the smoke still on the gun back into the holster. reposal! reposal! reposal! reposal! reposal! A majestic begum thaty low and a cigar smoke rising. A thick shadow fell under the hat tilted at about 45 degrees. Its a perfect situation and stupendous directing. endure Almost there. Embarrassment is temporary, skill is eternal. Jinhyuk murmured in a low, deep voice. The sunset sets. An intolerable silence passed between the two. *** [Pesis uses Lv42 Golden Compass!] Ugh! Apass with colorful patterns on the right hand. It is a kind of holy relic that allows you to make the best choice at the moment of desperation. Left right here again. Phesis fluttered here and there, trying to shake off the Old Guards relentless pursuit. You move well with your slow body. Still, this is the first time Ive caught it from this distance. Its been a while since I didnt show my tail. Your chance has finally arrived. You must catch it. Because he is as important a target for capture as Kang Jin-hyeok. A guide who entered the Valley of Folly. The valley, which kept the deep secrets of the ancient times, was strictly forbidden to outsiders. It means that you cannot enter even by ident, but if there is an intruder, you must capture it. How deep did you go inside? To check what I saw and heard in it. However, Pesis, who escaped the dish, shook off the pursuers every time and escaped the siege. Even Crimson had failed to capture Pesis. A defeat with nothing but bitter memories. However. Also, this is thest time. Ill give you all sorts of torture. I wont make it easy for you to confess. The old guards tightened the reins of the chase even more, grinding their mrs. same time. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-aang! Tuquaaang! Ellis was also doing her best to block the enemies. It was difficult for the old guards to pass as if they were measured with a ruler, but what they really had to be careful about was Altera and Aden, who were preparing for the breath. Cuckoo Cuckoo! A golden haze that is gradually increasing in size as time goes by. I cant handle it if I leave it any longer. Kuk! Elise summoned numerous skewers. It was intended to prevent at least thepletion of the breath. the problem is. Took. fault! The point is that they are not old guards who will leave it alone. In an instant, the Old Guards, who prated Elises defenses and dug deep, brandished their weaponry with a subtle indigo color. Elise dodged by a piece of paper. At the same time, blood-based magic was activated and a radius of about 10m was blown away. The high-speed rotating blood ball pulverized everything in sight. It is a power that does not dare to guess that a living being can survive. but. As expected, the power of Ataraxia, which is approaching its prime, is still there. The Old Guards walked out of that hell intact. Its quite good. To survive Jims attack? ha ha ha. Isnt that because the great family head cant fully focus on us? I dont know if you do your best. Its not light enough to take on that level. A man with long ck hair approached with a smirk. It looks light and familiar, but it had a different level of powerpared to other Old Guards. The life behind theughter is chillingly cold. Looks like youre the boss. Let me say hello. Nyathoteps right-hand man and the Crimson Ren Page who leads the Old Guard. A knight who wields a ck spear. Traces of hunting numerous monsters remained in the thin armor. Seeing Ren Page for the first time, Elise knew intuition that her opponent was formidable. Crimson Youve never heard of it. Usually, people who hear my name are not people of this world. Well, of course there are some exceptions A hound that has hunted only the strongest and most demanding fighters. The tip of Ren Pages spear was aimed at Elises heart. Still, as a courtesy to the absolute, I will give you a choice. Will I die from the dragons breath over there or will I be pierced by my spear? I have gone through and overcame countless difficulties like this. Let me tell you that the name Ataraxia is not light enough to be taken by an errand boy on the 50th floor. Elise pulled out her rapier. A pair of red wings stretched out to their limits. Quaang! Kick off the ground and run forward. Crimson grabbed the spear with both hands. A window twisted at an angle. The tip of the spear with rotation was fired along the trajectory of Elise. like a sh of light. A dazzling light flickered. Its not the dimension of fast. The spearmanship, reminiscent of space movement, shattered all of Elises defense skills and prated even deeper. A fatal blow that cannot be parried unless you are a master of closebat. However. Jinjos torso eyesight and rapier skills she had been training for had already brought Alice to the level of a master. Innate talent and pedigree have caught up with bone-chilling effort and time. Kagagagak! Elise skimmed the side of the spear with her rapier, deflecting its trajectory. Elis, who had seeded in closing the distance, unleashed a stab that made use of the weapons characteristics. Due to the gap between the windows, immediate recovery will not be possible. however. Caang! Crimson lightly received the rapier with the thin gauntlet on his right hand. no i thought i got it The moment the sword touched the surface of the gauntlet, the angle of the de bent strangely. Like a venomous snake seeking prey, the de ricocheted past Crimsons face. Patter. A few strands of severed ck hair fell to the floor. with a few drops of blood. His head would have dropped if it hadnt been for a fools errand because he reacted madly at thest moment. I heard that you are not well versed in swordsmanship, but I think it was a false rumor. A genius like Jim learns everything quickly. haha. There are geniuses like that. But you havent forgotten, have you? That youre not dealing with just me. Took to me! Two Old Guards caught up behind Ellis. The curved daggers crossed in a dizzying fashion. The skewers rained down as an automatic reflex attack, but the old guards could not be stopped with that level of defense. It should be more actively prevented. Kuk! As the nerves were slightly distracted, Crimsons spear shed again this time. Paaang! A storm passed by Elises head. The frozen heat stuck in the air even after the window had passed. If you hit it right, there wont be any time to rey it. Moreover, the threat did not end there. [Altera and Aden activate Breath!] The light gathered into one through the two mouths. Cuckoo Cuckoo! The breath activated in human form is noticeably less powerful than the main body. At most, 1/10 or less. Instead, it had the advantage of the speed of collecting breath and the short term of being able to use it again. In a situation like this, I cant stand it if Im hit with that orthodoxy. Ellis gathered all her mana. The hexagrams made of blood unfolded one after another around a pair of wings. and that moment. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah Kwah! A breath of breath stirred up the atmosphere. Everything in front of my eyes is stained with gold. The strongest spear and the strongest shield collided in one ce. *** Hmm. On the one hand, there was someone watching all this. It was Nyathotep, the primeval being. Nyathotep fiddled with his staff. It is a te that has been prepared with great care. It was because the Old Guard, who could be called the Royal Guard, and even the Gold Dragon were mobilized using the Dragon Lord as bait. Among them, the trump card, the annihtor, was a monster with a different level of power. Half of the Old Guard died while dealing with him. paid too high a price Thats enough to make your stomach hurt. Now is the time to recoup your investment. This time, I can deal with that troublesome human and the fearless guide who invaded the valley at once. The clues they collect one by one are now at a threatening level. Even mere humans and gods, no matter how much they gather, cannot be their adversaries. At best, theyre just a little annoying and irritating flies. But just one thing. Necronomicon. The only abominable thing that can injure them and at the same time escape from the Primordial Power is that book. If only that could be erased from the world, there was nothing to fear. But just then Nyathotep. An Old Guard approached with a bluish face. Chapter 591 Episode 591. Top Gun (2) Chiyiik! A thickyer of smoke billowed along the spot where the breath had passed. Hmm. Did you endure that? Sheesh! Its solid. About a vampire. Altera and Aden clicked their tongues. Even if it was in human form, it was a breath that was released at perfect timing. But I never thought I would receive that only with my defense skills. He even counterattacked by throwing a blood spear at the timing when the breath was just over. It didnt seem like the fight would end easily. Whew. Jinhyeok, who checked Elises side, let out a sigh of relief. Fortunately, Ellis seems to have managed to hold on. Somebody sucked blood so much, of course I have to do that much. That was when I was thinking about it. Did you go crazy because of the pressure of a life-and-death game? A terrifying life spewed from the annihtor. shit. M It wasnt the time to worry. I knew it would be like this. To be honest, it would upset my stomach if someone scratched me like that in front of me. No, thats not it, I cant help it Shut up! The Unmaker aimed his pistol again. Movements that are connected naturally like water flowing. shing Fire spewed from the muzzle. [The annihtor activates the special skill God yer!] When faced with an ordinary attack, there are several options. ept or offset or or avoid. However, Jinhyeok instinctively realized that he had to avoid it in a split second. My body moved faster than I thought. Pupper puck! The seat where Jinhyeok was standing waspletely different from before. There was a huge circr hole in the rock behind me. It wasnt enough to prate the rock, and a hole of the same size followed through the house and the house behind it. How powerful is that gun? Jin-hyeok clenched his tongue and wiped the cold sweat from his forehead. It was a part where you can properly feel how scary the angry annihtor can be. But whats even more frightening is that you havent finished provoking the Annihtor yet. [The skill copy quest is in progress.] The status window indicating thepletion of the copy has not popped up yet. The system is saying that this is not enough. Colonel Teemo There is no choice but to relive those days when they sang the discipline song of the reconnaissance team and fired poison darts and pistols. It was because the effect of the bullets he possessed could be maximized only when he had the Billy the Kid, the unique spear of the annihtor. I wouldnt use a gun if possible, but I might use it in just one situation The more cards you have, the better. Possibilities that could produce the best oue under given conditions were entwined. The time to think about it was short, but based on the experience so far, I chose the best option. Jinhyeok purchased another item from the coin exchange. [Seventeen Years Old Sword] Obtained Difficulty: A Coin Price: 15000000 Coin Attack Power: 2800 Durability: 6000 / 6000 Description: It is a kind of in sword and has 17 des. A de impregnated with deadly poison requires very precise swordsmanship and can seriously injure its wielder if mishandled. Charleuk Viper engraved on the de. The connected swords and swords stretched out. Its a bit of a waste of coins, but I cant help it. You have to be at level A to have the guts to do anything against that monster. !? The Unmaker winced and stopped. The pistol was also an unfamiliar weapon, but the in sword was also such a rare weapon that it was difficult to find anyone who handled it in the entire tower except Moorim. Its going to be a bit spicy from now on. Everyone is fighting hard, but a guy with a reputation for being the captain cant be pushed back. chump chump chump! The de moved its trajectory in an unknown direction. The viper, which galloped while gnawing the ground, aimed at the thighs of the annihtor at once. The Unmaker aimed his gun at the direction the des were flying. Its pretty deceiving, but if you predict the direction of this kind of medium-range weapon, youll be able to destroy it before it bes a threat. Tata Tang! Four bullets were fired towards the part where the de and the de were connected. with the current branch. A point to move forward. And it was a shot that was calcted all the way to the point where it became a variable. however. The vipers direction took a turn in an unexpected direction. once. twice. Three times Already missed the movement of the knife several times in sight. what? This is because the movement itselfpletely broke the existingmon sense. Id fought with simr weapons a few times, but this was by far the first time Id ever fought something this challenging. furthermore. Few! The poisonous needle that came with the in sword was even more annoying. The Annihtor looked at the stinger that brushed right next to his face. Again. The ck blood was mixed with green liquid. Normal poisons didnt work, but this wasnt some kind of neurotoxin. Paralysis poison It is the kind that interferes with the flow of magical power and distracts concentration. If this was the case, it would be effective even for non-living people. Both are not easy, but synergy multiplied when they unfolded together. Chuck! The result was a stream of ck blood oozing from his shoulder. The annihtor looked at the clear sword mark on his shoulder. I cant feel the pain because Ive already stopped breathing. However, a new emotion that had been forgotten for a long time welled up. excitement. and expect. The exhration of being able to fight with all your might against a new strongman after all. Fun. For the first time, he was grateful that Nyathotep had resurrected him with some emotions. That is until you hear the song that follows. [Hhhhhhhhhhh! Hehehehahaha dont forget the rules of the scouting party!] Jinhyeok moved while holding a poison needle and a poisonous purple mushroom. The sound of frivolousughter that goes against the nting. It is a performance that does not have any special meaning, but only to provoke the other person. [Captain Teemo~ Captain~ Teemo!] Pudukdeuk The annihtor grinds his mrs. This side is really trying to go out, but I epted all of that as a joke. Of course, all actions and words must go against nting. [The annihtor activates his unique ability About Time C Ghost Rapid Fire!] Ta-ta-ta-ta-tang! The green light blinked continuously. Ghosts in the form of green skulls rushed at them with tearing screams. Keeeee! Keeeee! Unlike conventional bullets that simply fly in a straight line, Ghost Bullet pursued its target to the end. In addition, since it was a spirit-type ability, it could not be blocked with ordinary physical defense. It was even more difficult to offset. Jinhyeok threw himself like crazy. How is it? Can you rx by humming a song thats not even that good? Cuckoo Cuckoo! Green guns floated around the annihtor. Psychic cannons that can be individually aimed. If the order is given, an iparable barrage will pour down. [Copying conditions have not been achieved yet.] [Skill copying may be canceled due to loose operation.] In the meantime, this damn system continues to brush on as if it cant grasp the situation. Jinhyeok continued to hum the Rules of the Scouting Party. Of course, the attack of the dead became stronger as the song continued. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Kwah kwah pu pu pu pu pu pu! The ground on which I had just been standing was turned into a rag due to the explosion. It is a terrifying power that even evaporates entire rocks. However, what was more threatening than power was the time between attacks. hundreds of thousands. No matter how much I avoided and moved, there was no sign of the ghost speeding ending. Its awful. There is no room to think about the attack that rushes in without even breathing. A wide-area bombardment that seemed to destroy the vige itself. Its not a level you can just avoid. In that case [Unique Star Window Residual Moonlight is activated!] [Unique Star Window Phase 2 is activated!] A body strengthened by Phase 2 is added to the clone that has been increased by Residual Moonlight. p! p! Dozens of Jinhyuks aimed their guns at the dead. Soon after, a melee reminiscent of an army-to-military street battle unfolded. *** same time. Nyathotep felt as if he had been hit in the head with a hammer at the sudden report of the Old Guard. It was to the point of escaping from reality, wondering if I had heard hallucinations. What do you mean now? Sorry, sorry. Well Invaders have entered the Valley of Dullness. And they are not alone, but a multi-member raid. A ban that the old guards are guarding. He himself was always listening to the entrance of the valley. Except for today. That was all I had to do. Kang Jin-hyeok and Pesis, who are the only threats, are now gathered here. Theres no way other guys know about it, not even a single one. No, even if there was, a guy with a liver protruding enough to voluntarily go to that hellish ce Thinking that far, Nyathotep bit his lip. Whos leading them? An existence that dares to take the risk of stepping into the primeval realm while sharing interests with the Ancient Person Corporation. The number of cases corresponding to those two cases was not veryrge. The Red Dragon n. As expected This side must have leaked out that they were appointing the Gold n as the next Lord. A bastard like a rat Hell die gracefully, but hes struggling to the end. Nyathotep couldnt stand the outburst of curse words and spat out. Among the dragons, the Red Dragon n are those who want the position of Lord the most. Of course, to achieve that dream, I would join hands with the devil. Thats why I tried to keep the Gold nsing here a secret somehow Kang Jin-hyeok. That cursed human bastard had an ident. How on earth do you know about the appointment of a dragon lord in a human subject? What else did you propose to the Red n? Its definitely more attractive than the road seat, but what is it like? In addition, there was no information on how feasible it was. Thoughts bite tail after tail. What is certain is that it is no longer possible to focus only on this town. I wanted to move directly and wipe it all out, but [Lv5 system restrictions are applied.] Even with the rxed system restrictions, it was difficult to fight. Above all, he spent more energy than he thought in dealing with the dead and causing an apocalypse. Nyathotep The Old Guard waited for orders. If nothing is done, secrets hidden deep in the valley may be revealed. Clues to the Necronomicon could also have been lost. Its like the biggest loophole has beenpletely stabbed. I have to make a choice but then. that buck Gigkick! From the looks of it, it seems like a pretty difficult situation. Another figure appeared in front of Nyathotep. Chapter 592 Chapter 592. Top Gun (3) Jerbuck. Appearing next to Nyathotep was a slender dancer. Outwardly, it looks terribly beautiful. However, the energy emanating from her body was unimaginable that she was a dancer. strong. To the extent that it is not pushed backpared to any absolute. Tulcha. One of the primeval beings that rule the 50th floor, she was a death dancer in charge of Azathoths amusements in his pce. Because it was the only role that made Azathoth happy, who was bored with everything, Tulchas position was quite high even within the 50th floor. Whats happened up to this point? Even if the systems restrictions were rxed, it wouldnt be enough for you toe here? Nyathoteps forehead wrinkled at once. This is because Tulcha was a tough opponent to face in many ways. Ah, did Ie? Rick used some strength. It must be a bit cramped to be in the pce. Rick? Yeah. Since youre having a hard time, I heard you asked me to help you? He said that he would release the restrictions so that I could manifest. Oh, of course, he said that I had to do one favor. He asked for just one seedling from the pce. Make sure to grow it once. want to say something. The trees in Azathoths pce are special trees that exude purple magic. Originally, an ancient creature that should never be taken outside. But to ask for it Tulcha, who understood Nyathoteps intentions, added a word as if not to worry. I understand why youre looking like youre chewing shit, but theres no way the seedlings will fully grow. You know that, right? Thats thats right. 50 floors of special environment, manure and water. Seedlings of Boredom can grow only when all of these things are in perfect harmony. No matter how much Rick I am, I cant make that possible. It would be correct to interpret it as just wanting to own a sapling, befitting a senior manager and a collector who runs a daedaedae at the same time. Dont worry here, go to the valley of stupidity. Ill take care of Kang Jin-hyeok or whatever. Mother who leads the Red Dragon, the Seven Deadly Sins, and the Bounty Hunters. And a raid made up of other yers. It was quite strong, but not enough to be his opponent. If you go to the valley, you can easily get rid of it. It feels like Impletely losing the initiative. Can not help it. I still felt ufortable with Ricks goal, but it was the best for now. If it was thebination of Tulcha, the Destroyer, and the Old Guard, it would be possible to destroy any force other than Kang Jin-hyeok. Okay. Ill leave this ce to you. Nyathotep nodded reluctantly. *** The enemymand tower has been reced. Jinhyeok sensed that a huge wave of magical power was disappearing from afar. Looks like Nyathotep left for the valley. Thestmand given by MOTHER. It must have been done right. In other words, he safely crossed the first barrier and managed to catch his breath. Next Jinhyeok looked at the annihtor who was shooting like crazy. The Executioner, who had risen to the point where the medicine rose, was literally running amok with all his might. Tadadadadang! Puffer Puck! The ground is smashed and the walls disappear. Runtan, which boasts the strongest attack power, was quickly removing the clones created from the residual moonlight. Sheesh! Jinhyuk, who clicked his tongue briefly, raised his speed one step further. At the same time, the Crown of Paedo appeared. Thats!? A strange nce passed around the eyes of the deceased. A holy relic that symbolizes the apex of the tower. It is something only the main deities or absolutes who lead the gigantic powers of the upper echelons can possess. The quantity and quality of bullets, which had been pouring countless times in an instant, changed. Kaka Kaka River! Quaang! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Keeeee! Keeeee! The ghosts pierced between the eyebrows screamed and disappeared. than y. And than the next bullet is fired. Now Jinhyeoks rapid-fire was half a beat faster. The mes that had risen in the middle began to rise more and more from the annihtors side. puck! Fit! Red lines were drawn along the skin. It shouldnt be like this. The annihtor who judged like that moved his body on the spot for the first time. fault! The body cutting through the wind was as light as a feather. 100 m. The distance between Jinhyeok and Jinhyeok widened exactly that much. At the same time, the energy flowing from the annihtor changed 180 degrees. creepy The air throughout the vige froze. what? after all, youre going to use it. Even Alice and the Old Guard, who had been fighting fiercely, had enough magic to stop fighting for a while. Horrible aura rushed into the revolver. Its as if all the magical energy on the stairs is being sucked into it. Jinhyeok also stopped in ce. Unique Singer Is it? Huh. Did you just detect the atmosphere? Because the only case where the quality of magical power ispletely different is the uniqueness window. Besides, this distance can maximize the power of shooting. Its not like you got the crown for nothing. It looks like you have a pretty interesting toy, but you wont be able to get this one. Its an honor to have the best gunslinger go all out. Im also happy to face such a strong enemy. A life like this wouldnt be too bad. A small smile formed on the lips of the deceased. Jinhyeok did not miss the subtle change of emotion. Now is the time to shake it up. There is meaning to life that is restrained by primeval beings? Isnt it just a hound on a leash? The Unmaker hesitated. You bastard what are you talking about knowing what? I know roughly. That you are a climber who once challenged the primeval beings. That you were defeated and ruined after a fight. And that you are living a miserable life. The sound of grinding teeth echoed . Thick veins stood in the eyes of the dead. Its not just the emotion of anger. Beyond the despair he felt while dealing with an overwhelming enemy, he had the feeling of resignation, never wanting to fight again. I guess you heard about me somewhere. But, if you go against them, you will suffer the same consequences as I did. The primeval beings are those who are located in the position of heaven and earth. Even if its a main god or a more powerful climber, theres nothing you can do about it. Because they were the ones who drew the line from the beginning to prevent them from being touched. however. no. Jinhyuk shook his head slowly. Im different. I wont give up, despair, or regret. Those confident eyes said so. I once thought that too. Young climber. As someone who has experienced the whole process first, there is nothing you want at the end. Well, there may be differences of opinion. But I intend to challenge it to the end. Thats right, at Jinhyeoks words, the ancestor thought that he was envious without even realizing it. Thats when. Are you okay? This is what I want to ask. For countless years . He was asking if there were no more climbers with pride and pride while freely climbing the tower. The mouth of the deceased was more firmly shut than ever. How could you not have thought of that? A soul like a doll in a body that has already been put to death. A doll infused with 100 %. That was the end and reality of being a ranker annihtor. Ive never imagined a single day of a life that didnt want freedom. But I cant help it. This nightmare-like reality will continue forever. What did it do? I couldnt change it even if I did. This person would be the same. The ce he dreamed of and wanted to reach. No one would be able to go. Only the snout lived. done. You wont have to listen to the nonsense of the weak who will die soon anyway. The killer put his hand on the handle of the gun. The red and blue magical powers were scattered in a splendid form . He exhaled and put his hand on the handle of the gun. The same posture. The same movement. The same magic. It cant be. This is a unique spear that exists only for himself in the entire tower. It was achieved through abination of innate talent and bone-breaking efforts. Its the result. There was absolutely no possibility that anyone would acquire this. A clumsy imitation! The exterminator who shoutedpletely released his magic. Jinhyeok also released his magic. [Unique voice] [Unique ] Holy Spear] Light followed by light, and a sixth star emerged along the feet. It was a great magic circle inscribed with runes of speed, uracy, and power. It was too familiar. It was the annihtors own unique spear. The problem was. [ Billy the Kid is activated!] [Billy the Kid is activated!] The fact that the ability is activated is not one. As if facing a mirror. The same ability looked at each other. No. The idea of being the same copsed in an instant at the sight that followed. [Builder Kid, Daylight, and Red Magic Bullet fuse!] Based on the existing abilities , two additional emission-type abilities were fused. [ Convergence seeded !] [Unique star window Chrono Spear] Difficulty to obtain: Impossible to measure Description: A mythological weapon named after an ancient ruin. If you use this bullet, you can wound primeval beings.It is the best ancient runeword bullet in existence and requires a gun to match (power reduced by 80% without a gun) . The ability is stored in the memory of the world.] One uniqueness window is erased by an evenrger uniqueness window A great magic circle that slowly shatters . I will surpass them, Jinhyeok said without emotion. And I wont let ves like you stay on the tower Im climbing. So that anyone with skills can climb the tower freely. [The deceased corporation pirates propose a new crew member to join.] Jinhyeok reached out to the annihtor. Get out of the long, long darkness. Suggesting that we go upstairs together. *** Nyathotep has reached the intruders. Several men and women were waiting for him at the entrance. Laughs. Are you the only one who entered this valley? Crazy killer twins. Sloth, one of the Seven Deadly Sins. Bounty Hunters. The enemies Tulcha said were gathered at once . It was all. Rather, I couldnt understand why they crawled into this ban with only this amount of members. It doesnt even have a pessis. If you go inside, youll be a corpse within a few hours. Even the Red n, which I expected to be the most annoying, He didnt even show his nose . Ughhh. I never thought Id meet another monster. Most bounty hunters were on the verge of copse just by facing Nyathotep. Kyaa. Its a monster with strange eyes. It must taste like cutting it open. Even so, the inside must be red, right? There must be a lot of internal organs and blood. Of course, those who lost their coward heads did nt have the feeling of fear at all. s face passed by. The clever fellow was cocky, but not reckless. He was the type who enjoyed meticulous calctions and fights. It felt like something had stuck to his spinal cord. But at that very moment. Ugh! [ The gate opens.] A gate appeared right behind Nyathotep. Chapter 593 Episode 593. Primordial Being Tulcha (1) How? Nyathotep opened his eyes in disbelief. The Valley of Fools had a magic that prevented movement in space throughout the area. It means that if you do not know the exact coordinates, your body will disintegrate as soon as you cast space movement. However, the gate in front of me boasted perfection without a single crack. Could it be that the coordinates of this ce have been leaked? There was no other way to exin it. Whoops! Soon after, the gate opened and people with unusual energy appeared. Youre here atst. Why did you twist the coordinates into quadruple and triplex Kuhhaha! Lets drink a lot tonight. Where is the banquet Eh? The first person to open the door was the Norse god Heimdall. Heimdalls expression, which had been drooling with a face filled with anticipation, soon hardened. Delicious meat and sweet music. Ripe fruit and liquor. All kinds of breads and soups are nowhere to be found. Instead, it was because of the spread of a ce emitting terribly ominous magic. [The unique ability Odins Eye is activated!] Odin, who had been walking one step behind, nced around at once. The ominous aura was also aura, but what was more dangerous than that was Nyathotep. It looks like youve fallen into a trap. Odin, who grasped the situation with a few clues, let out a deep sigh. Ha ha ha! Ive felt that Im a crazy person many times, but its getting more and more spectacle. I never thought you would use us this way. father. Thor also burst into madness. Naturally, Jinhyeok did not exin the destination they were going to at all. Instead, it was just said that various forces should gather in one ce to have a time of harmony and enjoy a dinner. Of course, the gods who tried to participate in the banquet without any doubt became like walking into hell out of nowhere. Damn it. Im going crazy. ha. Im dumbfounded. Heracles, Hephaestus, Artemis, and Apollo, who were next to him, were also embarrassed. It was amazing to have a dinner with Norse, who had been fighting bloody after forming a forced alliance with the Goinmul Corporation. It turns out that all of that was bait. I had to bite my lips several times to hold back the swearing and anger that burst out. Zeus would have been better. Cronus, who became the new representative of Olympus, pressed his fingers to his temples. But even if I regret it, its already toote. I didnt know exactly what this ce was, but Id heard rumors about a ban that the beings on the 50th floor never wanted to know about. Judging by the atmosphere, this must be the ce. atst. It wouldnt be an exaggeration to say that just by seeing this ce, he was put on the top of the killing club. To put it simply in one word, its ruined. On the other hand, Nyathotep was also forced to fight against the gods of the upper levels. This is because if the location of this ce spreads all over the world, the risk of revealing the secret will increase exponentially. Kang Jin-hyeok. Kang Jin-hyeok! All the people gathered here gathered their mouths and called someone. You rotten human bastard! Did you think you could survive doing something like this! If there is a sky, please pray that even lightning strikes. *** Probably by now. Many friends are gathered together and chatting happily. Since he was properly baited and sent to the valley, he must have no choice but to go to Nyathotep. And what if you meet the newly joined deities there? hey Just thinking about it will open a great banquet. My ears tickled for some reason, but there was no need to worry. It was proof that the more you cursed at the Tower of Trials, the better you were doing. And especially the hermits vige was the ce where the emotions of astonishment and fear were best reflected. [The current situation is being screened throughout the hermits vige.] On the screen that appeared in the air, events were being broadcast sequentially so far. The faces of the happy gods are distorted. The reality of having to fight for ones life instead of having a dinner was conveyed without filtering. Is that something a person can do? Oh my God Forcing even the gods to limb. I cant believe it. The surviving remnants of each faction trembled and shook their heads. at the same time. Tring! Tring! Tring! [Notoriety rises!] [Notoriety rises!] [Notoriety rises!] [Notoriety] [rises!] [The reputation of the Goinin Corporation Pirates is rising at an unbelievable rate!] [ The biggest increase ever!] A whopping 1460,000. This happened 30 minutes after the video was released through live broadcast. Of course, as the notoriety umted, the influence and individual abilities in this ce also increased dramatically. And that achievement resulted in more than simply raising his stats. Ugh Oh no. You can never win. Such notoriety figures Ive never heard of them. The remnants of the great powers began to escape from the control of the Old Guard. It is because the fear of Jinhyeok and the deceased corporation has grown a little more than the fear of the ancient beings. Stupid bastards. If you release the siege, I will kill them all. Do you think Nyathotep would leave the tailed ones alone! Fight. I mean fight right now! No matter how loudly he screamed and cut down some, he couldnt bring back the hermits who had already panicked. A rapidly spreading fear. Morale has long since fallen to the ground. Right then. Kwaaang! A dust storm surged from one side with a roar. I felt a lot of familiar magical powers . Its strange that you suddenly give up the fight. I was able to get here easily thanks to you. Isnt it because our notoriety rose a little while ago? A status window pops up saying that 1 million or 1.5 million has risen. I think maybe. Jinhyeok-nim has to do devilish things often. Obviously, my other personality is also thrilled when I bring up the story of Jinhyeok. Hmm. I cant refute anything. It is a perfect theory without a single error even if it is submitted to the academic society right away. Chun Yoo-sung and Teresa Andrea chattered in unison. Saying nice to you is all cancelled. Its not even backbiting, theres nothing I cant say in front of people. Still, a new strong supporter joined them. Lord. Shadedae 37 people. All enemies have been annihted. Chuck! Its been a while since I hit something that wasnt iron with a hammer, and my stress is relieved. On the other side, Wolyeong, Shadedae, and Orun were also visible. good. With this, the unfavorable war situation faced a reversal once again. It seems like Im holding hands with a great guy. Are you sure you can release the restrictions on me? The Unmaker asked, fixing his pistol. of course. A ve that I worked hard to get No, I cant lose a colleague. Nyathotep must have left an artifact that binds your life force somewhere in town, so you just have to wipe it out and find it at your leisure. i get it. Then join your side and fight. p! As the bullets were loaded, the climber who had climbed the tower in the past once again bared his teeth at the enemies. Of course, Apocalypses betrayal was painful for the Old Guard. Kuk! Crimson bit his mrs at the support from the side. I never thought I would scatter ashes at the timing when the pressure on Elise was intensifying little by little. If I had done a little more, I could havepletely solidified my victory. Now everything has be a bubble. Leader! It must be avoided! As the power was dispersed, it became impossible to stop the runaway Elise. [Unique holynce Revtion of the Gaebyeok C Blood Apocalypse is activated!] Numerous skewers poured out under the reddish sky. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! The sin of daring to be disrespectful to Jim. Pay it back with your humble lives. As his notoriety rose, he gained more freedom. When the Crown of Pure Blood was added to it, it was like another apocalypse was born. Quaaaaagh! Aagh! The Old Guards of the halfway ranks were pierced through the body and died. At least, only the Old Guard, who belonged to the top ranks, could barely survive the heavy rain. It is a wide area where the word nonsensees out. Sister . Altera and Aden were also put in a position where they had to make a choice in a situation on the verge of destruction. The moment of despair for everything. Kick! Im very yful and sleepy. A strange voice broke through. It could be said that it was almost simultaneous. cooong! The density and temperature of the air changed 180 degrees. Oh!? Ehh? Feeling short of breath and choking. It felt as if all the cells in my body would explode from the intense pressure. [Everyone who recognizes the targets existence takes severe damage!] [Physical defense and magic defense are reduced by 59%!] [All secondary stats, including resistance and holy power, are disabled!] Its different. The ss is different. The annihtor was also a monster outsidemon sense, but the being that was manifesting now was something from the abyss thatpletely changed the arc. In the end they came. Jinhyeok looked at the approaching enemy through the green smoke. Even if you raised all kinds of stats and ovepped abilities, you couldnt stop the cells from screaming. Death Dancer Tulcha. Following Shubnigurath and Nyathotep, it was the moment when he faced another being on the 50th floor. I cant imagine turning the situation up to this extent. This is more fun than expected. It is understandable that Lord Shubniguras stepped down once. Tulcha crossed his hands as if in genuine admiration. A grotesque p echoed through the suffocating silence. But it was only for a short while. Emotions of interest and praise soon led to disappointment like an abyss. On the other hand, the hounds on the 50th floor cant even properly perform their roles. After catching only clumsy climbers and settling for reality, it turned out to be very ugly. Tu Tulcha-sama. We Crimson quickly tried to make an excuse. But before you even say the right words Kuku kuk kuku! Whirlwinds of green fire soared in all directions. Uh uh uh uh uh. The subjects mind copsed just by looking at it, and blisters were caught on the skin all over the body. Tulcha moved slowly through the despairing crowd. Puffer Puck! Fuck! Bones were smashed, flesh was crushed, hermits and old guards turned into handfuls of blood and disappeared. The dead bodies soon began to be slowly absorbed into Tulchas body. Still, youre the most useful, so Ill give you another chance. Gather the idiots who didnt die a while ago and deal with the rest except for Kang Jin-hyeok. What can we do? Thank you. I will carry out your strict orders without fail. Crimson nodded with a white face. There are a total of four Old Guards that can currently fight. Elise was also severely hit by the appearance of Tulcha, so it was a fight worth fighting for, either seed in the mission and survive. Or walking on the horse of a hound that has run out of use. If you have only two options, you have no choice but to do your best. [Crimson activates her unique holynce Jewel Spear!] Jewels of different colors floated around the ink-colored spear. Did you all hear? From now on, I will fight with all my might. yes! All right. Leader. The Old Guard poured all their remaining magical power and burned their will to fight. Then, shall I try to y with humans? Tulcha looked at the ce where Jinhyeok was and smiled. This is the game from now on. Chapter 594 Episode 594. The primeval existence Tulcha (2) Kukukukukuku! A whirlpool of green mes raged. It is a color that seems like the soul will be sucked into it. A strong urge arose to spontaneously reach out and walk into it. Dont keep looking! Get involved! The rest of the members came to their senses at the sound of Jinhyuks shouting. Damn it. Its the first time Ive ever felt this much pressure before a fight. Even the divine power doesnt work. Chun Yoo-seong and Teresa muttered with a stiff face. They do not yet have the ability and experience to face the beings of the 50th floor. I have no choice but to turn off the time by telling them to deal with the Old Guards. Anyway, the old guards will also attack the rest of the members first so that Tulcha can enjoy it to the fullest. There was still an opportunity to take advantage of the gaps in the guard. Jinhyeok took out the spear of the spirit of frost and the sword. Right next to him, the killer held the gun and waited for Jinhyeok to move. I can see my hands and feet trembling. As an annihtor who had already fought the 50th floor, he knew better than anyone how reckless this fight was. Its okay. Ill take all the dangerous attacks, so you just have to fight as usual. Really can you take on the front line by yourself? Well, it wont be easy. There are 129 patterns that can cause instant death, and over 8,000 patterns that can cause minor or moderate injuries. Its a shame because now there is a means to recreate the heyday, and the basic stack is solid. If not, I wouldnt have dared to fight. Jinhyuk smiled and stepped forward. Against the overwhelming monster, he was not intimidated in the slightest and quickly closed the distance. Kick! As Ive heard, hes an interesting person. Has he lost his fear? Or is he really confident that he can win? Im going crazy wondering. Tulcha giggled at a point about 10 meters away from Jinhyeok. Its really fun to talk about dying. Well, Im sure I can count on my hands the number of times Ive properly rebelled against them. Even after that, there would have been almost nothing to fight properly after the annihtor. First of all, lower your head, crawl under, and tter. Either stop paying attention and focus only on your own area. Most of them had to choose one of the two. asionally, there were those who did not know the subject, but even those proud ones did not dare to openly express their dissatisfaction. however. Its been a while since Irregr appeared. The idiot who stabs the 50th floor head-on. Its too boring to kill at once. Ill have to y with it for as long as possible before killing it, but Im worried. How about it? Is that snout big or body strong? Im usually strong because Im good at calcium intake, so you dont have to worry about that part. Did you say youre a Azathoth dancer? Ahaha! This seems to have spread among humans as well. Thats right. Im in charge of the great ones pleasure. Its very strange. Jinhyeok made an expression that was deeply troubled. What are you saying is odd? No, its strange to be in charge of someones pleasure with that ugly face. Oh, or does Azathoth have very unique tastes? Actually, I find goris to be cute when I see them dancing. What, what? ugly? Seeing yourself with the most outstanding beauty among the primeval beings? In an instant, a green sh emanated from Tulchas body. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! The parts touched by the light rapidly rotted away. It is a terrifying life to the extent that a radius of several hundred meters is devastated. Tell me again. What did you say about me? I didnt dare to grasp the beauty of the great one, and I was talking nonsense. Did you think you would say, What is beauty? Kuaaa! Tulcha, running out of patience, waved her hands at once. [Thulcha is Lv??? I used the weathering whirlpool!] The green whirlpool surged towards Jinhyeoks front. Diameter is about 2m. The radius of the attack itself is not wide, but the rushing speed is beyond imagination. Before I could react, the storm was right in front of me. [Wearing the Speedy Crown!] The crown he got from Zeus shone. At the timing when the whirlpool was about to swallow Jinhyeok, Jinhyeok moved one step ahead . A gust of wind blew past. Tulcha, who had no doubt that he would shatter the enemy in one blow,pletely gave up his back. Still, a green haze condensed around Tulchas body, which instinctively sensed danger. The idea is to summon another whirlpool to corrupt the attack itself. However, right before the magical power is fully equipped. [The unique holy spear Nemesis is activated!] [The unique ability Grave of the Sword is activated!] A body to use the strongest blow. The technology that can reproduce that blow was merged. chump chump chump! The in clothes sword moved left and right. Kagagak! Vipers crawled madly over the green mist. Before the proper defenses could be prepared, the mana quickly drained away. Kuk! A groan escaped Tulchas mouth. Its true that its an annoying attack, but if you concentrate a little, you should be able to defend it without difficulty. Right then. Bang! Kwaaang! Two shes struck Tulchas face and heart. The killer, who was looking for an opportunity, fired a shot at conversion. The timing to catch off guard and the power to kill the opponent in one shot are perfect. Its just Haaa The opponent is just too strong. Despite the series of sharp attacks, there was not a singlemon wound on Tulchas body. Instead, her beautiful face, probably irritated, waspletely distorted. As expected I cant help but think this much. As if the annihtor was fed up, he took a backward step. If youre still fine even after getting hit in a critical spot, no matter how many shots you fire, its only going to end up straightening your temper. On the other hand. Jinhyeok was busy salivating at the status window that appeared in front of him. A chance to copy the abilities of the Primordial Being! Because of this taste, no matter how dangerous the situation is, you cannot step back. Endorphins and dopamine rushed like crazy all over my nerves. Lets see What are the conditions? The pupil quickly skimmed the status window and went down. [Death Dancer Tulcha] Level: ???? Stat: Strength ???? Horsepower ???? Agility ???? health ???? Skills: Every time you use a skill, you can only see through a portion of it. Inherent Ability: gue Outbreak Unique Spear: Primordial Dancer [Copy Condition: Tulcha, which exists for the amusement of Azathoth, is the deity of Cthulhu in charge of weathering and decay. In order to copy the best dancer Tulchas ability, you have to overwhelm your opponent in a dance battle with her.] Hou. A dance battle . Its daunting just to risk your life and fight, so what kind of a dance battle is this? Seriously, curses welled up in his throat. It would be like rolling up the nose hairs of a sleeping lion and tearing it off all at once if you danced dum-chid-dum-chit in front of the overheated tulcha. Copying the abilities of the Undead was also a headache, but this is more serious. I even thought that giving up for the first time would be good for my life. but. Imagining the sight of summoning multiple green whirlwinds at the same time to wipe out enemies made my whole body itch unbearably. He reverse summoned Jinhyeoks weapon and took out two light daggers instead. at the same time. y a sweet song He held a rose in his mouth. From now on, its time to risk your life in a dance battle with the dancers of Azathoth. *** same time. Another incident was happening somewhere in the tower. again. again. The sound of high-heeled shoes echoed down the dark passageway. An elderly gentleman with a bowler hat and a silver cane. It was Rick Hennessy. Right next to it, a purple sapling floated by telekinesis was fluttering and revealing a heavy presence. After walking for quite some time, the light shining in front of me gradually became brighter. It wasnt too long. however. By the end of the aisle, Rick stopped walking. Its not because youve reached your destination. Because he met someone blocking Rick right in front of him. Hmm Wevee this far after all. I really thought that no one would notice the existence of this ce at all, but it was aplete miscalction. I couldnt see his face because of the backlight, but his bored and smirking voice was impressive. I was really surprised. I didnt expect there to be an outsider here. A tinge shed in Ricks eyes. He had spent countless years in the tower, but the person in front of him was a being he had never met before. The disparate and hideous mana was different from anything he had ever dealt with. Who are you? Theres nothing grand enough to introduce myself. Lets just call this boring tower a floating specter The man slowly raised his hand. A ck barrier stood between Rick and the man. Im sorry Ivee this far. Its a little difficult to get in and out of this ce. express disapproval. But that was just then. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! The blue light wiped out the barrier in one fell swoop. Rick waved his wand lightly and red at the man. I dont need your permission to go where I want to go. Ha ha ha. Its a Rick Hennessy-like remark. Its always unstoppable. You talk like you know me. Well, I know roughly. As for the coffee addict struggling with two options on the scales. I cant guess who you are But first, lets look at that face. [Senior Managers Concern is activated!] [Wind to end the sr eclipse is activated!] Boooooong! A strong gust of wind blew. It was a special power that invalidated various status abnormalities and barriers and revealed those who were hiding behind them. but. The gust soon turned into a breeze and dispersed. what? The inherent authority of senior managers was blocked too futilely. An earthquake shook Ricks pupils. Ive seen various skills and unique abilities, but Ive never heard of the power to nullify the managers ability itself. Giving no. Even Nyathotep and Azathoth, who exist on the 50th floor, couldnt use this kind of authority. Getting the saplings from them was quite ingenious. But, no more than that. Its not yet time. !! Ricks expression grew moreplicated. You know what Im about to So youre saving me. Because you, like him, are one of the few toys that can entertain me. The ck shadows lifted a little and I could see the corner of the mans mouth. White teeth and twisted mouth. If there is a shape that defines a smile, thats what Im talking about. Climb the tower to the best of your ability and deal with the rampaging operators and monsters on the 50th floor. And then At the end of everything. You can continue this conversation. . The man said, if he could reach the top of the tower. Then he would be able to see himself again. Chapter 595 Episode 595. The ancient being Tulcha (3) Sometimes, things that go beyondmon sense happen in the world. Rivers turning bloody, flowers blooming even in the middle of winter. But in any case, no one would do such crazy things in front of him. Tulcha nkly looked at the opponent in front of him. Clearly for a human being, it belongs to a fairly strong axis. No, even if I took the residents and the gods, there would be no such annoying and nasty guy. But even if you concentrate with all your might, youre doing something like that with your hat on. Dum-chit-dum-chit! Up and down! Jinhyeok danced hard to the music. The music selection doesnt even match the tempo at all. This is sphemy. As far as dancing is concerned, it is a terrible insult to oneself being recognized by a transcendent being in the universe. Pududeuk! Tulcha couldnt control her anger and her whole body trembled. Even though I knew it was an obvious provocation, I couldnt help but be caught. Hes really good at turning things inside out. Theres no need to treat him as an enemy. dont show What is the dance that soothes Azathoths boredom? [Tulcha activates her unique spear, Primeval Dancer!] Emerald-colored powders surged around Tulchas body. Alluring and decadent beauty. The dance, where the whole body became a single me, reached the climax of the realm of dance. Wow That cant be Tulchas unique spear was so beautiful that even the members of the Old Guard and the Old Inmul Corporation, who had been fighting so fiercely, forgot the fight. As I stared at it, my focus blurred. [The target is fascinated by the dance without knowing it.] Thats why the ancient dancer is so scary. If you once acknowledged the beauty of the dance and fell in love with it, you would be enchanted by the dance and trapped in the world of images forever. In addition, there was no chance of survival if you were caught in the whirlwind of corruption in a defenseless state. spirit and magic. Both of them have deadly special moves. however. Even in the midst of everyone having a nk period, there is only one person. Jinhyeok was not fascinated by Tulchas unique spear. why? Tulcha tilted her head in disbelief. I worked harder and continued the smooth curve, but the result was the same. It had to be. The dance of fascination is aw in which the conditions for activating fascination are satisfied only when the other person is inspired. In most cases, epting and acknowledging in the face of overwhelming disparity was the norm . In fact, Jinhyeok sincerely believed in him. That her dance is more beautiful than Tulchas. Its a little hit, but it still doesnt work for me. Jinhyeok snorted and looked away from Tulcha. Dum-chit-dum-chit! With an iron te on his face, his butt twitched, he still walked his lonely path. Thats why you can continue your original dance without being enchanted. You cant figure out the subject like an inferior species. Okay. Then Ill melt your body with that dirty dance. A huge number of green memorabilia appeared behind Tulchas back. It is coated with Primeval Poison that rots the whole body even if it is touched. This is a type that cannot be deciphered even with detoxification. With the overwhelming scenery in front of you. Jinhyuk slowly closed his eyes. Kick! Did you give up? Well, even a flying squirrel wont be able to avoid all of this. Tulcha released all her magical powers at once. Without propent, the memorizations that had inherited the magical storm bounced forward. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! A green storm raged. Each one contains terrifying speed and powerparable to that of an Astraphe javelin. right at that moment. The tempo of the music Jinhyeok was yingpletely changed. Dudumchit. Dudumchitchit. The movement of the body to avoid an attack in sync with the music was clearly in the realm of a god. [The current yer is in a state of narcissism.] The number of roses he was holding in his mouth was added before he knew it. For perfect copying, the extreme concept was utilized. Puffer Puck! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! The memorized words passed through Jinhyeok and became embedded in the ground and walls. It is an absurd bombardment to the extent that the entire vige is devastated. Nevertheless, Jinhyeok continued to dance, avoiding the gap by a piece of paper. It was a bonus to raise his voice and even sing a magnificent opera. If there were judges, it was a terrible song that would destroy ones own eardrums, but I didnt know that, because it was more suitable to gnaw away Tulchas mentality. Kuaaa! Cant you stop that dirty song right now! Tulcha, who had been throwing away many memorized spells, gathered mana at once. [Tulcha activates her unique ability gue Outbreak C Devouring One!] Ugh! Green wind gathering in a circle. The whirlwind soon turned into a hurricane capable of swallowing everything. It was sorge that the vige itself would disappear in ten seconds. [Limited Apocalypse Bunggye is established!] One attack has enough power to destroy the stairs. Its the endthe chapter Hahaha. How are you supposed to do something like this? The Annihtor and Phesis let out augh and hardened on the spot. No matter how much I tried to find a way to live by activating multi-dimensional navigation, I couldnt find a route to escape. It was impossible to get out of that range in just a few seconds. But not everything was hopeless. [The opponent gave up on the dance match!] [Copying the ability seeded!] I was only aiming for this very moment. pounding! pounding! pounding! My heart beats uncontrobly fast. The ability of the primeval being that I copied for the first time after bing a reality. Jinhyeok felt that his efforts so far were bearing fruit. As he concentrated his mana, another hurricane was created beneath a hurricane the size of a mountain. [Trait gue Outbreak C Devouring One is activated!] I cant believe it. Tulcha paused. Its power is less than one-tenth, but it must have the same ability as itself. Id heard rumors of yers being able to copy the abilities of others, but I never thought that the realm would extend to primeval beings. Is that why it was so strong? Now I understand why my opponent was able to be stronger in such a short period of time. but. Surprise soon turned to ridicule. You have a pretty interesting talent, but do you think you canpete with the original with the ability you just copied? A sub-ss can never touch the original stream. No matter how much you imitate it it was of no use if it was not backed by the experience of billions of eons. Tulcha skillfully piloted the hurricane. The windspins twisted in different directions swallowed Jinhyeoks whirlpool in an instant. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Any decent guy could have narrowed the gap between the original stream and the sub-stream with his skills, but his opponent was an ancient being. It was different from the divinity and residents he had dealt with so far. Keugh! A thin stream of blood ran down Jinhyuks lips. A forcepletely beyondmon sense. Just the sh of magical powers with magical powers seemed like going crazy. Kwak Kwah Kwak! A gust of wind from the side sent Jinhyeoks body flying to the other side. After rolling over 100m, I was barely able to escape the shock. Its such a shock just by brushing against it. A monster is a monster. Its a shame to reduce the power with the copied ability. Otherwise, the whole body would have been torn to shreds. I didnt know there would be such a difference though. [Everything shared C Revtion of the Gaebyeok is activated!] A pair of red wings spread out behind Jinhyeoks back. The long skewer made of blood repeated dozens of twists. It doesnt seem to work at close range, so this time its a long range? Tulcha stretched out her hand in front of her inughter. A green magic circle unfolded one after another. That moment. A skewer twisted to the limit was fired. Kwaaang! The spear collided head-on with the magic circle. Like Alices unique spear, the first magic circle shattered. The window collided with the second magic circle one after another. shaking axis. The absolute and the ability of the absolute moved solely for the purpose of destroying the opponent. Whoa Tulcha looked at the howling pike from a few feet between his eyes. Its definitely the Jinjos ability to be counted among the top five under the 50th floor. While the gaze was directed straight ahead. fault! Jinhyeok had already disappeared from the spot. [Red y Riding is activated!] [Realm of Wind is activated!] Lets go. Kumaya. Mosquito! The sweet potato roared vigorously at Jinhyeoks call. Jinhyeok, who got on the sweet potato, rushed towards the back of Tulcha at great speed. As low as possible as if brushing the ground. At the same time, he rode the wind and saved his speed. A few secondster, Tulcha noticed the surprise and summoned dozens of whirlpools. Earth and bricks sprang up in all directions, and green stalks reached the sky. The sweet potato pped its small wings and sprinted across them. It looks like the owner, so its the same as a mudfish. When the whirlpool was useless, Tulcha aimed at the sweet potato himself. The fingertips moved in line with the movement of the sweet potato. [Tulcha activates Pest re!] Green mes shed. Pew! The ability to explode space itself. It differed from a normal explosion in that it released lethal pathogens in a radius of several meters. Its not just about avoiding the explosion, its about getting out of rangepletely. Mo, Mosquito! The sweet potato managed to turn in a narrow direction. But the attack has only just begun. Pupperpuppung! Pew! Green res shed dizzyingly along the air. The fight between the one who can hit even once and the one who has to dig inside to avoid everything has begun. Ahahaha! Dont you have to dodge so much that you cant reach this body! If you want to win, dont run away,e closer! Tulcha giggled and tightened the siege even more. There are more and more ces to go. Tulcha was being driven to the desired corner. after a few minutes like that. Eventually, Jinhyeok and Sweet Potato reached the bottom of the cliff. The rock walls soaring high on both sides and hollow hollows. This is a dead-end grave. Huh. What are you thinking of doing now? Theres nowhere else to get out of? Looks like it. It was definitely cornered. From the outside, that is. But. This ce is not a limb. [System maniption isplete.] [Magic Synchronization Synchro rate reaches maximum value!] Until now , the reason why I had been overwhelmingly pushed back was to use this blow . [Sword of Condemn is summoned!] [ Sword of Condemn is summoned!] The two red swords are in shape. Chapter 596 Episode 596. The ancient existence Tulcha (4) Kukukukukuku! The air is agitated. A dragon that is ssified as the highest-ranking species in the Tower of Trials. Their strongest skill is Breath. Normally, you would get a status ailment just by facing it, and it would be normal if your whole body trembled. Of course, thats just a story for ordinary residents. To Tulcha, who reigned on the 50th floor, the breath was not much of a threat. It was because the green me he handled was hundreds of times hotter and more powerful. But why? The breath he was facing now was something different from the normal dragons breath. The two zing swords grewrger andrger. Tulchas gaze turned to the sweet potato. At first nce, it appears to be a type of ck dragon. It is also a young child who has not yet escaped from hetzling. Are you saying its not an ordinary dragon? To be honest, I hadnt had much interest in the lower floors until now. Bugs are bugs no matter how hard they try. I was sure that the river would never run up against the waterfall. However, that stereotype has been shattered from this point on. Creepy! An unfamiliar and heterogeneous feeling that I havent felt in such a long time. Instinct sent a warning. that sword is dangerous Roaring! The sword that absorbed all the magical energy gathered in the empty space took on a perfect shape before I knew it. Above it, the vortex of gue copied by Jinhyeok made a path for the me to spread. With an expression full of confidence as if he could actually win. Even the build-up that raises the possibility using ones skills. And all of those processes and actions really touched Tulchas pride. Youre messing around with someone elses ability. If you think that you can dare to stand against me just because you prepared like this Tulchas mouth also opened wide. Whoops! Hundreds of millions of diseases have beenpressed into a circr shape. A misunderstanding is also a very big mistake! Numerous gods and residents who fly and crawl for no reason did not kneel in front of the 50th floor. No matter how much you prepare and how hard you try to raise your odds. Anything with zero probability always converged to zero. Well, Ill admit the difference between skill and strength. Jinhyeok nodded while watching Tulchas breath. As such, it is absurd to beat a primeval being in a head-to-head match. but. Arent the colleagues prepared to bridge the gap? In my experience, there is no business in front of Daguri. Maybe in Azathoths pce. Now that there are still numerous restrictions, it is worth a try. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! The first sword cut through the air. Wow! Tulchas breath and the sword of condemnation collided at one point. A storm beyond imagination raged. For a second or so, the two breaths looked simr, but the difference in power between the two was clear . Right then. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Jinhyeoks sword cut through the air. The second breath was smaller in power and size, but it was much faster than Sweet Potatos sword. How stupid! Its fast, but its power is less than half Huh? Tulchas expression, which was bursting with ridicule, distorted in an instant. The direction the sword of condemnation was heading was apletely different ce. Perpuck! The ce where the sword is inserted is the ground. Red mes spread along the ground in the blink of an eye. at the same time. [The zodiacal sign Sagittarius is awakening!] [The 7-star barrier Blue Lightning is activated!] [The 3-star barrier Magic Crystallization is activated!] [2-star barrier Goal Capture is activated!] [5-star barrier] The goal from the beginning was not a confrontation between strength and strength, but to catch the opponent off guard. It looked like a long-windedyout, but even that was all just a gimmick. Whoa! The barriers and barriers were activated irregrly, and the blue lines were intricately intertwined. Therge amount of magic power supplied through the Sword of Condemnation greatly increased the effectiveness of all barriers. Dozens of arrows aimed at Tulchas back. As Tulcha, who was pouring her mana into using her breath, she had no choice but topletely give her back to the flying arrow. But if you did something like this, you wouldnt be safe either? The sweet potatos breath alone will onlyst a few seconds. No matter how caught off guard, wouldnt it be useless if the attackers died? However, Jinhyuk had already prepared a defense against him for a long time. Also known as Ancient Shield. With a strong sweet potato in front, he put forward a strategy of crouching down behind it. mosquito? Sorry, Kumaya. Ill give you lots of delicious magic stonester. [Limited unique spear Ancient Sagittarius is activated!] The 12-star battle system and the abilities obtained from Tulcha arebined into one. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! A feast of dazzling purple starlight. The pouring arrows continued from line to line, creating a spectacr view. at the same time. Mosquito yee! The sweet potatos mournful scream echoed as a shield. *** A huge storm swept through. As the ancient existence and Jinhyeoks unique spear exploded in one ce, the surrounding area was literally transformed into a new ce. A space where you cant even imagine that life would survive. There, a woman with smoke rising from her body stood alone. Push! Push shuk. Blood spurted out like a fountain from where the arrow had been inserted. Tulchas body, which did not budge from any attack, had a proper wound for the first time. Purple smoke billowed out of the gap. He summoned arge number of tentacles to offset the attack, but the impact was even greater than he could have imagined. [There are still 172 restrictions.] [A new restriction will be added in 1 minute.] If you fought without restrictions on the 50th floor, you wouldnt have been able to scratch your body with those arrows. However, this is the downstairs where you can neither exert full power nor manifest in your original form. Furthermore, the longer I stayed on the lower floor, the more painful the additional shackles were. Keuhugh. An unfamiliar moan escaped Tulchas mouth. wounds and blood. To the primeval being, pain was a very unfamiliar sensation. Right then. Wow. Its really hard, but its hard. You say you can withstand being hit by that? A familiar voice came from the smoke on the other side. It was Jinhyeok who was brisk without a single wound on his body, using sweet potatoes as a shield. I feel like Im going to copse when I see him spitting out exmations with his eyes wide open. Whoa! A pair of rings floated along Tulchas palms. A green whirlwind rotated at high speed with an appearance reminiscent of a windmill. Ive seen something like that. Its the chakram that Indian kids use, isnt it? A throwing weapon that changes its trajectory at will. It is difficult to predict as difficult as it is to deal with. However, having already fought hundreds of simr types, it wasnt a huge threat. chuck! Jinhyeok reverse summoned other weapons and switched back to two daggers. The chakram this body handles will bepletely different from that. You can expect it. Even though there arent any proper things for a guy who says that. Should I say that the corn inside is soggy? Youll be able to feel whether its hollow or not once you cut it open. Boooooong! The chakram in Tulchas left hand disappeared along the air. Quaang! Immediately, Tulcha took over. The whirlwind bes a gale and runs. Tulcha, who closed the distance at breakneck speed, swung a green ring. Kaka Kaka Cak! The moment I tried to block the dagger at an angle, a dazzling me came out. The chakram spinning at such a high speed tried to gnaw the de. As I naturally withdrew my hand, a loophole appeared in my body. Just then, another chakram that had been thrown just before aimed at Jinhyeoks thigh. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! He narrowly avoided fatal wounds, but failed to avoid thempletely. A long gushing blood. The pain is too severe even for a shallow wound. Kuh! Jinhyeok bit his mr. Even with the blessings of the stars and the mand, the wounds that turned green did not easily recover. Are you saying that fraudulent things dont change even if you put restrictions like this? Well, lineage is something that cant be helped. Clearly, this has also grown remarkably. Even so, the level of beings on the 50th floor was different. Thrilling tension with life at stake. As expected Its fun. Jinhyeoks mouth twitched. The excitement and thrill that you can never feel when fighting halfway gods. A game where you can y a life-and-death tug-of-war is like a drug you can never give up. Tough even with that wound. Thats crazy. Of course, from Tulchas point of view, Jinhyeoks behavior was iprehensible. For Jinhyeok, who was like a flying squirrel, getting his legs hurt was such a fatal loss. Well, Im at a bit of a disadvantage, but Im not the only one with a handicap. You. Do you even know about restrictions? If it werent for that, would I be doing 1:1 with you because Im crazy? Starting with the Necronomicon I really know too much. Is there a traitor among us? Or did the damn Great Old Gods move? Or that, hah I dont know. I think Ill have to torture you for a long time. You must have a lot of questions, Im sorry, but you will never know the answers. Jinhyuk dropped the dagger he was holding onto the floor. hooked! The magic power contained in the dagger acted as a trigger, and another barrier was activated along the ground. Its corny. Are you nning on throwing arrows at me again? Sagittarius was pretty strong, but thats it. Unlike the beginning, it is not a big threat in the current state where it is not vignt unlike the beginning. I was certain that I would not allow a single attack. No, its not like that. Ive prepared something a little special. Its not just the magic power that has been changed through System Maniption. time concept. Now it seemed like the two of them had only been talking for a few minutes, but in fact, much more had passed than that. And that much time has passed No way An earthquake urred in Tulchas pupils. at the same time. [Restrictions added!] [Restrictions added!] [Restrictions] Different colored shackles and chains restrained Tulchas body. All of the thick restraints attached to them seemed unusual. I didnt even think that I could win a fair fight with you from the beginning. Even if he imitated his heyday, he could not reach the stats and items he had umted over 11 years. If thats the case just bring the opponent down. on the lofty throne. with the same mud. Chapter 597 Episode 597. The ancient being Tulcha (5) p. p! Tulchas legs, which had been so light and powerful, stopped abruptly. The chains made a harsh sound and tightened the whole body. Damn it. this shit! [Eternal re is activated!] [Void Breaker is activated!] Kuku-kuku Kwak-kwa-kwa-kwang! A green vortex engulfed the entire chain. It is a roaring sound as if the heavens and the earth will split. Indeed, the entire stairway, including the Hermits Vige, was shaken by Tulchas wrath. but. Tsk tsk. If youre ignorant and try to solve a restriction by force, do you use it? Anyway, if your brain is bad, your body suffers. There was not the slightest scratch on the chain. It just continues to press the Tullcha with the same luster and weight. Kuaaaaa! Tulcha screamed with a broken throat. * Really is this possible? The annihtor stopped on the spot. Shaking pupils and frozen limbs. Something hot swelled in his chest, which had already cooled down. A dream that he never reached and thought he would never reach. There was no way to express other than admiration and awe at the appearance of standing up against and overpowering the ancient existence that was praised as invincible. strong. No, to be precise, its not that strong. Beyond simply being strong or weak, that human seemed to have the power to force victory in any situation. If I grow up, it might really be possible. Beyond Nyathotep, the richest person on the first floor, and Shubnigurath, the primeval mother I thought I could reach Azathoth, who rules all these floors. And just thinking about it put strength in the hand holding the gun. Right then. Bang! Tulchas head fell back. It was because the barnard thrown by Jinhyeok hit the middle of the forehead. It sounds like your skull is about to be shattered. however. Poududeuk! Tulcha slowly put her head back. Grinding my teeth and opening my eyes full of life was a bonus. It was thrown with a lot of strong energy through the Grave of Swords, but it was only to cause a drop of blood to flow from the forehead. Did you get Botox made of steel on your forehead? Jinhyeok clicked his tongue as if he was fed up. To be honest, I thought I could do quite a bit of damage with this level of restriction. No matter how powerful an ancient existence was, it was inevitable that its status would fall in a situation where all of its hands and feet were tied. However, namelessness is namelessness. I guess I cant kill this much. It doesnt matter anyway. Time is on my side. Jinhyeok looked at Tulcha leisurely. As the grains in the hourss fell rapidly, Tulchas time to stay on this floor was quickly running out. Since he was pouring out his mana like crazy and running wild, that time would elerate even more. With a little more strength, I could hunt that guy. Tulcha also realized that the situation hadpletely reversed itself. He had never for a moment thought that his life was in danger. Trampling, stealing, and dominating were always a daily routine and an absolute rule. But as all of that was at stake, the leeway waspletely gone. What are you all doing! Tulcha had a blood clot in his neck. He shouted repeatedly at the Old Guards and the Royal Guards who were fighting here and there. Oh, I see! Help Tulcha right now! Kuk! The Old Guards, who had been concentrating on dealing with Alice, Chun Yu-seong, and Andrea, immediately turned around. Of course, it was not a stagnant corporation that could stand still and watch enemies with their backs exposed. Do you think Jim is a scarecrow? Thanks to the stupidmander, things were easily solved. Buff Ill walk you! Hehe. Its time to feed you. Puffer Puck! Pew! As the various buffs made of divine power ovepped, the huge cross removed the darkness. Fain! Andrea, riding on the wind, threw the fox orb. Chun Yu-seongs sword, which had been closed to the point of being blinding, also shed whenever a loophole was seen. and. On top of it, countless skewers began to pour like heavy rain. The bnce copsed by Tulchas singlemand. Aagh! Aagh! The bloody SS soldiers fell on the spot. The Old Guards were also in a hurry to block the onught of attacks. Captain! At this rate I know! Crimson stoodst, brandishing an ink-colored spear. In order to deal with them all, the strongest self must stop it. The spear with a faint purple energy shattered all the flying skewers. ! Kuk! Andrea and Chun Yoo-seong, who were running without hesitation, also stopped abruptly in the gap between Crimson. It is an aura that gives rise to goosebumps. Anger-like spection, reminiscent of a wild beast, soon turned into something tangible. [Crimson activates unique spear C Phase 2 Dragonian Dragoon!] Smooth. The dark smoke gathered to form the shape of a dragon. Red eyes shed between the ck pupils. Crimson riding on it grabbed a 10m long spear. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! As the spear fired, Elise reflexively stopped the attack and ran away. It was because he instinctively felt that he could not block it with a shield. No one can go this far. A hunting dog that specializes in hunting absolutes. Crimson is the monster that pierced the hearts of the most people. *** Thanks to Crimsons propaganda, some Old Guards and the guards who followed them joined, but it was not enough to break the chains and subdue Jinhyeok. Ha ha ha! like a roon. Jinhyeok, who dances strangely and runs away, escaped the old guards encirclement so easily. At least it wouldnt be possible to catch that loach unless it was Crimson. Meanwhile, the chains that bound Tulchas body grew heavier and heavier. He should have returned to the stairs he was on, but he is paying the price for missing the time. Didnt you hear from Nyathotep! You have to wipe them out so that you have a ce as a rod! If you stand by, Ill tell him all this! In the end, Tulcha fought back and sought help from Altera and Aden, who were watching the liver. My pride was hurt, but I couldnt help it now. ! road. Altera and Adens eyebrows twitched when the ns secret wish came out. Originally, regardless of whether Tulcha died or not, he only intended to keep his loyalty to Nyathotep. The dragon lords unique appointment was held by Nyathotep. However, now that Tulcha is out of the way, this is not the time to be condescending. More than anything. Jinhyeok and the rest of the yers werent the only ones putting pressure on the two dragons . Fried spread both wings wide. Hot mes spread in all directions, forming a huge curtain. Theyre dragons from another world. The Hooded Cranes changed the weather and spread the mes of Fried even wider. When the synergy between wind and fire urred, a heat that could not be ignored arose. Lets roast a lizard or something! Ill soak it in water and make sujebi! Still, if its ancient level, youll count a little, right? Its nothingpared to the owner. It would be warmer to be hit by their breath than to be beaten by the owner. Thats right. Everyone be quiet. My head hurts. Phoenix and oriental dragon. Up to five spirit beasts. Things that didnt match at all, but seemed very difficult, were gathered in one ce. Sister Yes. Altera nodded with empty eyes. Anyway, it wasnt a one-sided hunt, it was a life-and-death war. We were toocent. I still cant back down. Thats right. Its because weve already crossed the irreversible river. As long as each has a reason to not give up, one must defeat the other no matter what. Of course, you cant win in a polymorph state. The opponent is not weak enough to be so swaying. If thats the case the mana that had beenpressed andpressed until now was released all at once. [Altera and Aden are manifesting as their bodies!] Ugh! golden wave. Koooooo! Goooh! The gigantic old dragons opened their mouths. The 10th circles high-ranking magic, triggered by dragon magic, filled the air. Each one was deadly and powerful, and only ancient dragons of the ancient ss or higher could use great magic. What followed was a war that turned everything upside down. Only to crush the opponent and win the victory. each of us owns everything we have. *** same time. A long darkness continued on the unknown stairs of the tower. For innumerable years the stairway had not been illuminated. This is because there was no creature with a liver that dared to disturb the sleep of those sleeping here. Top-ranking chieftains or senior managers. Even Nyathotep or Shubnigurath. however. The long silence was finally broken. Crunchy. Space shattered and a dazzling light pierced the jet ck. Hmm. Not bad for a winter bed. The man slowly looked inside. The way he speaks and moves is too calm for someone who has entered the tigers den. and that moment. Geuuuuu Something that had been sleeping for a long time was awakened by the intrusion of a stranger. Numerous eyes and tentacles that exceeded them wriggled. The purple wave became a wave and rushed. Magic beyond recognition rose around the shattered rift. Whoah, calm down. I know you feel bad waking up, but is it because of your own reasons? The man quickly waved his hand. But such an excuse would not work for Azathoth. feeling of difort. Because that alone was enough reason for the world to end. shing Everything in sight evaporated. Part of the stair was lost just because of the feeling of being annoyed. If Azathoth had made up his mind, he could have destroyed the entire tower instead of just part of the stairs. The only reason they dont do that is because this alone is enough to get rid of the cheeky flies. however. Coke! Coke! A chuckle was heard in the smoke. A figure covered in dust staggered out. Anyway, you have to know that you have a bad temper. Agogo. I cant find a ce in my body that doesnt hurt. Youre pretending to be sick, but theres not a single wound. Its surprising that you just survived that attack, but I thought youd take it easy . I looked at him. He didnt say anything, but that action meant only one thing: Tell me what youre here for. Chapter 598 Episode 598. Myth of the Apocalypse Cthulhu (1) GOOOOOO. Low, thick cry. Azathoths tentacles surrounded the man, emitting a terrifying plopping sound. Just by facing them, the mind copses and the space evaporates. It is a feeling of intimidation worthy of being located at the pinnacle of all living things that exist in the Tower of Trials. The man silently epted the gaze. Then, he threw a small crystal ball into the air. Whoops! The crystal ball emitted a dazzling light and a video was uploaded. [The system strongly warns against videos that shouldnt exist!] As soon as the video was about to y, the red status window and warning sound shed continuously. Fundamentally vited in the Tower of Trials. Because it was the kind that should never have been made public. Shit, anyway. Its an important part from now on, but it bothers me. However, with one gesture from the man, the status window disappeared like a lie. [The warning will be ignored due to the authority of Lv F!] The video continued. There stood a figure with a dagger. Surrounded by gaps in numerous libraries and even more abilities. A person who does not back down even an inch against countless primeval beings. That is the yer Kang Jin-hyeok. This guy is on his way to the top, destroying everything you built. Ive reached the top of the tower in the past, and Im trying to repeat it this time. The eyeballs on the tentacles moved busily. Because he couldnt believe what he was seeing. Thats right. Now, on that screen, Shubnigurath and Nyathotep, as well as all kinds of Cthulhu beings, were gathered. Pan-cosmic transcendents. They are all beings that can cause the destruction of the Tower by themselves. But those primeval pinnacles were being shattered by a single human being. C Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! C Tuquaang! Colorful unique voices and skills poured in. A dazzling radiance obscured his vision. Even some of them were of a kind that even Azathoth had never seen before. I know how strong you are. But he took you down in the past. and. Now that I am stronger than I was back then, I will aim for your nape much faster and sharper. The truth without any exaggeration. The mirror of the past reflects the future. Azathoth stared at the video in silence. The process of his own children and his downfall. Also, the sight of the top of the tower weing a new owner. [The video has ended.] Even after the light disappeared from the crystal ball, a long, long silence lingered in the huge space. It is as if all time in the world has stopped. how long has it been like that? The tentacles started moving once more. Countless eyeballs ask. How can I avoid this ending? The man chuckled. Now we can talk a little bit. With a cruel, mischievous smile than anyone else in the world. *** Keugh! Nyathotep in Dull Valley frowned. Its been an hour since I came here, but I couldnt easily catch the victory. It was because so many deities and residents were annoying. Dont face it head-on! Distribute your gaze as much as possible. If you get caught even once, its the end! Hercules and Thor are in charge of the most dangerous front line. Loki and Artemis Apollon attacked from the side. In addition, Odin did his best to keep Nyathotep in check while using a mixture of mental and physical magic. Since the te was spread this much, it became much easier for the Red Dragon n to move. Anyway, he has no intention of giving us the load seat. Then rather We will fight for our throne with our own strength. [Breath of Crimson me is activated!] A scare that could burn everything was created from his gaping mouth. A zing ball of fire spread out in a single line. A whopping 5 breaths. The spear of me with the strongest attack power was spewed out to burn a ce. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! Pur! Nyathoteps shield and breath collided head-on. The entire valley trembled violently at dozens ofyers of porosity. However, even with a blow beyond imagination, it failed to break Nyathoteps shield. Do the lizards dare to bite the owner without knowing the subject? A life flowing from stem to stem. Nyathotep exploded with mana like a rage. Purple des gathered and moved to pierce everything around them. [Odin activates Mist of the Ruler!] This time, Odin moved. Gungnir shed, and a faint mist rose along the horizon. It is an ability that disturbs the concentration of magical power and distorts the trajectory of an attack. Nyathoteps des lost their direction and fell in ce. hooked! Fu-wook! One step away. The precariously maintained bnce showed no signs of breaking. Thanks to this, the morale of the primeval existence was able to rise even slightly. perhaps. And just a little bit more. With the hope that it might be possible to make an impossible enemy retreat. p! Mother and other bounty hunters also struggled to help, suppressing their fear. The power of the ants gathered to create the power to threaten the dinosaurs. The biggest thing was the limitations of the system that were filled over time. Boom Nyathotep grinded his mrs. bitten badly There was no other way to express it. For me to prepare this much Damn it. It might not be easy on Tulchas side either. The elite Old Guards, including Crimson, and the Gold ns, Altera and Aden. There was no doubt that it was overflowing with power, but for some reason I was not relieved. Even though Tulcha had much more time than he did. Because I thought that Kang Jin-hyeok could overturn that gap. Its not easy it wont be. The situation is not good. Much more than the worst-case numbers expected. *** Awesome! A neat sword strike was drawn. Keep how many hundred? A whining sound flowed from the guards throat. Blood gushing out like a fountain. It was a loss that I missed the movement that I couldnt get out of the way. A monstera watery one. Watching the battle, the second rank Vanguard of the Old Guard swallowed a dry spit. Watching the battle as much as possible, I tried to find Jinhyeoks habits and weaknesses, but as time passed, I was filled with fear as I saw my subordinates falling one by one. Well, even Crimson, who is ranked first in the rankings, couldnt win. What could he, who is weaker than him, do? But now I cant back down. Right behind him was Tulcha, who was twisting his whole body. It means that a much more disastrous result awaits if the owner is abandoned because he cannot suppress his fear right away. After all, there was only one path given. Whoops! A dark river rose from the tip of the window. Ignoring defense, injects all mana into one point. together. Even if he died, he felt the tenacity to destroy the opponent without fail. Yeah. Loyalty is one thing you need to know. Its more important to look good to your master than your own life, isnt it? Or is it because thatdy is a well-known idol in your world? No matter what you say, you wont be able to shake me. The vanguard, who had already made up their minds, did not react to Jinhyeoks death. Just silently looking at the opponents vital point. good. Then I have to set an example for the other person and deal with them seriously. Jinhyeok took his stance. Crossing the two daggers lowered the center of gravity. to maximize speed. Creepy! goose bumps all over the body All nerves are focused on each other. Both Vanguard and Jinhyeok are talented people who have reached the pinnacle. He knew better than anyone else that he could reach the opponents gap in the blink of an eye. The leg muscles twitched and the conditions were set for maximum speed. Various abilities were manifested and an invisible fight ensued. A single mistake or misjudgment was certain to lead to death. And the very moment when the tension reached its peak. Taang! A single gunshot rang out of nowhere. ? There was a very brief silence. What Vanguard, unable toprehend the situation, nkly looked down at his chest. There was a clear hole where the heart should be. great job. Its very nice timing. Jinhyeok raised his thumb toward the back of the vanguard. The dead person in the back looked at Jinhyeok and the gun alternately with a shit-chewed expression. I got the signal from Jinhyeok in advance, so I shot it, but it was the first time I felt so ufortable. dastardly. In a one-on-one match involving someone else you dont have honor or anything. What kind of guys one-on-one during the melee? Does that even feed you? Above all, Ive been at the bottom of my honor score ever since. Colonel Teemos specialty is that he normally hides quietly when other kids fight, and then shoots a poison dart into the back of the head. Its been a long time since I reached the point where I could eat all the swearing and enjoy it. I can win easily, but I have no intention of going the hard way. cooong! Even the vanguard fell, and the obstructionpletely disappeared. Now its time to hunt the beasts trapped in cages. [The subspace inventory is open!] Instead of two daggers, Jinhyeok took out the Spirit of Frost Spear and Balmung and approached the Tulcha. Donte! I mean get out of here! Tulcha, who was facing death for the first time in his life, screamed at his throat. Im afraid. Because the body doesnt move like the mind, and the clumsy attack didnt work. Its a bit worth trying now. It is regrettable that constraints 172 and 33, which are the most effective, did not activate. However, even now, it is like eating half the odds. [Infinite library is opened!] [Unique vocalnce Final Genesis is activated!] The books in the library are pulled out and the field of vision begins to turn white. A world where everything has turned white. Jinhyeok exploded all his remaining magic power at once. Wow! Blizzards and ice pirs made of cial molding rushed toward Tulcha all at once. The avnche grew in size over and over again, bing huge enough to swallow everything. Kuaaa! Tulcha raised her chained arm. Whirlwinds created by gue cut through the wind and blew the avnche in the middle. Its a power that is hard to imagine that it has restrictions. The snow melted in an instant and arge amount of water was created. Im sorry, but melting the snow wont change the results. [Inherited skill Will of Ocean Current is activated!] Water droplets gathered to create a tsunami. Chapter 599 Episode 599. Myth of the end Cthulhu (2) Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa! Aagh! A wild spray hit the ce where Tulcha was. overwhelming power. The de-like cold water temperature created by melting icebines with the water pressure that seems to crush everything. Jinhyeok looked into the overflowing water. The figure of Tulcha could be seen faintly under the water several meters submerged. Caught in a chain and unable to rise properly, struggling. [cial shaping Ice Age is activated!] [White Night C Deep Freeze is activated!] Damn it! The water just froze. Here is not the end. Jinhyeok focused his magic on his legs. The leg that brought Hercules body because of Nemesis. In addition, the Barbarians Earth Quake, which can cause an earthquake, was activated. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Hundreds of kilograms of ice were shattered and thrown into the sky. A cracked surface like the shell of a tortoise. A ck crescent moon hung over it. ck Moon Night hacked the ice into hundreds of pieces. It seemed that no living thing could exist in the rags that had devastated everything. but. pounding! The heartbeat down there told me that Tulcha was still alive. Is it unreasonable to simply end your breath with only your abilities? He pressed on without breath, but failed to inflict a fatal wound. After all, without the Necronomicon, it would be impossible topletely annihte the primeval existence. Fortunately, the opponents momentum waspletely broken. Tulcha, holding her breath in the deep ice, gave up the fight and waited for an opportunity to escape. Hmm. If its impossible to kill them, I guess Ill use them as bait for future ns. Id even scare you a bit. Its not bad to use it as a paving stone if its as good as a tulcha. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Jinhyeok gathered his mana. If you want to put on a perfect performance that will fool your opponent, you will have to direct it appropriately. [Unique Singer Downfall is activated!] From above down! A huge meteor fell. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! A ray of light evaporated the ground as it was and descended to the depths where Tulcha was. As if to say that ice can no longer serve as a shield. In an instant, a tool car appeared in front of Jinhyeok, who had reached the bottom. Geary you mean to see the end? If I decided to fight, it would be hard for you to be safe too, right? Wasnt this floor supposed to end only when one of the two died? Besides, if the situation is favorable like now, Ill risk my life as much as I can. sneak Shrug your shoulders and twist your right vision slightly. It was only a slight tilt of the head, but to Tulcha, the gap had to look too big. [Primeval Power C Dance of Grain is activated!] Semi-transparent and swaying fabric filled the surroundings. A perfect encirclement was created in return for a moments attention. Are you looking at me in front of me? Did you go crazy? Whats crazy isnt it To turn your gaze against that monster? Its no different than praying that you want to die. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Numerous fabrics were driven straight away. Jinhyuks face was shattered. No, I thought it waspletely torn apart. If there was no one second invincibility. Ouch Jinhyeok stumbled with a pained sound. Seeing that, Tulcha shook her head as if she was fed up. Kick! Im really dumbfounded. Hes tougher than most of his own people. It is not an opponent that can be defeated with restrictions. Even if I cant kill it now, Ill have to press it with all my mightter when Im in perfect condition. And in the first ce, the immediate purpose was achieved. Because it created an opportunity to escape. Ssuk! The shamans cloth gently wrapped around Tulchas chains. [The systems restrictions are temporarily rxed!] [The gate to the beginning and end of everything opens!] A purple light shimmering gate appeared. ??? Good. Jinhyeok acted a lot and looked sideways. As expected, Tulcha chose to flee instead of fight. That too, by taking risks to open the gate. I still have a habit of preferring space movement instead of high speed movement when a great threates. If he persistently chose to run away, which required an endurance battle, things would have be many times moreplicated. The odds of sess would also drop exponentially. However, I was able to sell the perfect trap because I had dealt with it once. Whoa! While Tulcha focused all his attention on the gate, Jinhyeok called up abilities from the Infinite Library. [The Stigma of Divine Marriage and gue Outbreak are fused!] The selected ones are the Stigma of Divine Marriage that restrains the targets mind and the newly obtained gue Outbreak from Tulcha. The two abilities collided violently in the air and began to merge into one. And the result was red, not golden. [Partial fusion failed!] A message indicating failure appeared for the first time. Its the result of trying to fuse abilities that are so difficult to handle. of course. This failure was also what Jinhyeok hoped for. [Trait: Tail of gue Acquisition Difficulty: B~S (In limited cases, the rank of the ability will change.) Description: A skill for continuous damage that instills gue in the targets body. There are a total of 12 types of gue, and various types of gue can be added ording to skill level . Whoa! The thin mes spread through the ice and reached Tulchas body. Its a matter of course, but the stigma of lust doesnt work on those who are of primeval existence. I dont know if Ipletely surrendered my mind. Interfering with Tulchas psyche with diluted mes is unthinkable. but. Rather, it is possible to slightly mix the familiar pestilence . As much as possible. Jinhyeok stared at Tulcha, who was moving away with fishy eyes. [The tail of gue is stuck to a part of the subjects consciousness.] Tulcha probably doesnt know. Since he dealt with hundreds of millions of gues, he had no choice but to think of Korna as one of the gues he dealt with. But the more you use gue the more you use it. And the more the gues create synergy. Korna will turn into apletely different strain. This is the moment when a hidden card was created to destroy the ancient beings from within. When Tulcha fled, all enemies, including the Old Guard, copsed at once. Tutulcha is gone. You mean you lost to that human? Such nonsense Everyone who was waiting for the battle between the two to end opened their mouths. Absolutely unbelievable. For a primeval existence to lose to a mere mortal was a contempt that could not even be imagined. However, as Jinhyeok was walking alone at the point where Final Genesis had disappeared, I couldnt help but believe the result. Youre sure to be Jims contractor. Well, he was a deceased person who always beat me, so of course I have to beat a guy like that. I am also Jinhyeok. I believed in you. Hehe Im d I used up most of my magic. really. Mosquito yee! Wow! The owner won. Didnt you say that absolute evil always wins? Well then. Its a bit of a waste. Escape from this hell, but I was expecting a little bit. Everyone be quiet. Head hurts. The joys and sorrows werepletely mixed. The members of the Goinmul Corporation, who had no doubt about Jinhyeoks victory, burst into cheers. On the other hand, Crimson bit his mrs and prepared for a final stand. Altera and Aden, who were on the side of Tulcha and Nyathotep, were also poisoned. Sister It cant be helped. If we continue to fight here, we will all die together. All right. Lets open the way out. The two dragons prepared for space movement through dragon words. Hmm. Western dragons have no manners. The fight is not over yet. Miyooo! Of course, it wasnt the Hooded Cranes and Fried to just leave it alone. If we keep fighting, well see each others blood, right? Can you afford it? Ourpany tends to eat a bite until it dies. There is nopromise. Wild fire and gusts of wind raged, and a desperate chase began. ??? [A new myth has appeared in the Tower of Trials!] [The Goinin Corporation has secured a ss to go to the top floor of the Tower!] [Participate in the Banquet of the Gods held once a year You will be qualified to participate as a member.] [You will be able to sponsor other residents and yers or be an apostle as a member of the huge power of the upperyer.] [You will be able to purchase items that can strengthen your base at the coin exchange. .] [All these achievements will be recorded in the Hall of Fame tomorrow!] Status windows that appear one after another. Right after the battle, the Tower of Trials waspletely different from before. As it became known that Jinhyeok won against the ancient being, a tremendous ripple effect appeared. Thats right. More than 80% of the Old Guards, who were considered the strongest hunting dogs, died or became incapacitated. Crimson, who was the boss, lost his life after fighting 1:1 with Ellis. In fact, all those who had been acting like limbs for eons of time have disappeared. Tulcha also fled, barely surviving. Against Norse and Olympus, Nyathotep also took a half-fight in the Valley of Dullness. For those who rule the 50th floor, it must have been a painful defeat for the first time in their lives. Of course, this was information that only a very few people, including Jinhyeok, knew about, but Jerry: Wow. does this make sense? It tastes good. go taste Dara: Even the S-ss intelligence officers said they didnt know that such a monster existed. Jjajae: The battles in the upper levels are out of the real standard. I thought it was a scene from a movie. Loco Man: Mch. The Tower of Trials was evaluated as the most atrocious of the atrocities, but I dont know if I can really see the normal? Charinyi: There were many rumors that Kang Jin-hyeok was ying a different game by himself, but it was really true. I said I wouldnt date because its the end of humanity, but Im going to find a girlfriend next year. Shout out! Arrul Judy: At this point, there will be nopetition at all. Rivals are said to be rivals only when they are of a certain level. The top ranker of the world. Humanity has nothing to fear anymore. With Kang Jin-hyeok Goinmul Corporation, you will no longer have to live trembling under the restrictions of 90 days. So everything went smoothly. Until the masked yer makes an official appearance. that buck . yer Unknown. The mysterious ranker who once pioneered his own route whilepeting with Kang Jin-hyeok began to move. Chapter 600 Episode 600. yer Unknown (1) Exactly the 3rd day after the deceased corporation defeated Tulcha. An unexpected person came to the KDS broadcasting station. Quaang! Old chief! An employee with long straight hair broke through the door of the directors office. Normally, it would be a barrage that would not be strange even if the resignation ticket was evenly inserted into the eyes, nose and mouth. Gagging! Moh Moran My Peony! Kang Byung-chan, who had cut off the orchid he had been cherishing, trembled his hands and feet. After being beaten by Kang Jin-hyeok in the past, he was subjected to all sorts of twists and turns and was even demoted. After that, I lived with the tag of being in charge of a failed broadcast for over a year. This is the first humiliation experienced by elites who have only been on a winning streak. It was the peony that became the only light in such a hellish life. A preciouspanion who has always been there. To cut down the support of the heart that made it possible for him to rise to the position of director once again This is this assistant manager. The weather is cold, but youve lost your mind, right? Starting tomorrow, Ill make it so you cant even buy taiyaki in front of the station. Kang Byung-chan grabbed the scissors in reverse. Either way, this deputy was intent on telling what he had seen. Old chief! Now at the entrance of the front door What at the entrance! Is the president here? No Unknown yer Unknown is here! what the heck!? Kang Byung-chan, who was about to wield the scissors at any moment, stopped abruptly. Unknown is the ranker that all journalists in Korea tried to recruit. There have been many spections that he is the same person as Kang Jin-hyuk, but it is only spection. The exact facts have never been revealed. What about Kang Jin-hyuk? Where is Kang Jin-hyuk now? I checked with the correspondent on site and he is busy making a strange bet. They say they held a sweet potato eating contest with their pet and that silver-haireddy named Alice. I asked just in case, but its not Kang Jin-hyuk. Because Kang Jinhyuk was currently participating in a buffet party hosted by SIGNIEL with the rest of the members. Then Its true. Kang Byeong-chan asked one more question just in case. Did you direct him to doorway number two? yes. I got an unmeasurable judgment. I checked it 4 times just in case, but the result was the same. If it is not measurable, the horsepower measurement is at least S-ss or higher. It was the result of far exceeding the limits of security devices designed for safety. Kang Byung-chans expression twisted bizarrely. There is no longer a middle-aged man who has been tending peonies under the warm sunlight. Hahaha! My peony gave me a very nice fruit as a gift on the way to the underworld. Ho-ho-ho. Director, there is no dismissal of me? Where is the onlyyoff? At the performance meeting, the performance should be clearly reflected. They give you a bonus too. thank you! More than that, hurry down and bring Mr. Unknown. No, its not like this, I have to go down myself. Are you still in the lobby? yes. I told them to hold on to it so that it couldnt go anywhere. Kang Byung-chan hurriedly ran towards the elevator going down. In my mind, all the humiliation I had suffered over the years passed by. But that painful time ends with this. If its with Unknown! If only we could make a program about it on a grand scale! It could turn the publics attention to the unlucky Kang Jin-hyeok. If youre lucky, you might be able to push him out and create a new star. Above all, the fact that he was with him on the first page of a new epic was insanely encouraging. ??? What kind of n is this Kang Byeong-chan, who had a conversation with Unknown, nervously bit the tip of his fingernail. I felt like I was going to die of anxiety at maintaining an ufortable silence while wearing a strange mask. Even if you offer all kinds of good conditions and incentives. This is because even though they were coaxed into doing a broadcast with the hottest idol, they never showed a proper reaction. There was only one thing that Unknown wanted. Broadcast live at peak times. It doesnt matter what topic it is, he said, just doing a broadcast is enough. No matter what, we just need to achieve our goal. Rather, its an extra business because Ive been able to recruit a topical ranker with a cheap appearance fee. Kang Byung-chan cleared away the worries in his head. As I just said, there was absolutely nothing to lose on this side. It was already revealed to the world that Unknown would appear in KDS Climbing the Tower of Trials through extensive publicity a few hours ago. Not only in Korea, but also in foreign countries, there was an uproar to watch this program. Chief! We are starting soon! There is only one minute left until the live broadcast. Now, whatever it is, its time to start the show. What are you doing? Finally, check your settings. Double check the lighting and script. The Inte response is disyed on myputer in real time! Kang Byung-chan hurriedly led the staff. same time. There were also people watching this program at Signiel. It was Jinhyuk and the members belonging to the Goinmul Corporation. If you are Unknown, you were a famous yer in the past, right? huh. In the early days, he and Jinhyeok hyung were two leaders. Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min, who had long since joined, looked at the screen with serious faces. Huh. The fact that Unknown is the same person as the contractor Ouch! Alice, who was talking, screamed in surprise at the pain she felt in her side. It is because Jinhyeok properly pinched the most painful part. It sounds strange. Suddenly live broadcasting at this timing. That said, I dont usually do much. I dont feel very good. Teresa and Chun Yoo-seong also carefully organized their thoughts with their arms crossed. The mostplicated person was definitely Jinhyeok. There are people who pretend to be me. To be honest, its ridiculous. Until now, there have been many people who pretended to be ignorant in order to be famous, but among them, this was the first time that they even appeared on TV. Still, if it appears directly on live broadcast, it means that it has been verified to some extent KDS director Kang Byeong-chan is trash, but hes not an idiot. Since Lee Jong-soos days in the past, if its something that makes money, he smells amazing. It is clear that something exists. Right then. The waiting broadcast started. Hello everyone, f! Im Hyeonji Kim, the main MC of Climbing the Tower Through Trials! Today, we have a guest that everyone has been waiting for! It is the yer Unknown, who was always mentioned as the strongest ranker at one time! The MC with a bunny headband raised the tension. however. . Hyeonji Kim pushed the microphone in, asking for an introduction, but Unknown didnt say a word. air that gets cheaper. A short but heavy silence followed. Embarrassed, Kim Hyeonji struggled to manage his expression and continued. It must be because Unknown was awkward because it was his first live broadcast. Please dont be too pressured and introduce yourself briefly! Introduce yourself. At Hyunji Kims words, Unknowns lips shook slightly. Various kinds of emotions were permeated in the self-deprecating tone. If I reveal my identity, there will be a huge repercussion. Above all, my life would be in danger. yes? What does that mean? There is a reason why I insisted oning to the broadcasting station and broadcasting live. As many people as possible had to see this broadcast. Click Unknown put his hand on the mask. As the lock was unlocked, the face hidden by the veil was slowly revealed. Exactly the appearance of yer Kang Jin-hyeok. what? Kangjinisnt that Hyuk? Are you saying that the rumor that Kang Jin-hyeok was Unknown was true? A greatmotion ensued. It was because it was the moment when the hypotheses, which were full of conjectures and feelings, became true. However, the cheers quickly turned to questions. It was a fact that was so obvious that it hit the brain. Wait, does that make sense? yer Jinhyeok Kang is now He is at a party at Signiel right now. There are correspondents on both sides, so thats unmistakably true. Thats fake. It means that one of the two is pretending to be real. The agitation grew louder. Confused reporters frantically clicked the shutters. Comments rted to this started flooding various Intemunities. hurry! What are you doing? Director Kang Byung-chan opened his mouth like a crucian carp, and Kim Hyeon-ji, who was in a state of fascination, came to his senses btedly. Then Are you saying that the current yer, Jinhyeok Kang, in Signiel is a fake? Could it be that you fought against a named monster named Tulcha? yes. It was I who fought Tulcha, not the author. And contrary to popr belief, I didnt beat Tulcha. All attacks were useless. In the first ce, the existence of the heavenly world is called the heavenly world because it is a natural disaster that cannot be controlled by human power. Unknown calmly confessed his defeat. And I forgot to add one thing. Right then. A guy appeared. A fake that looks and acts just like me. The person posing as me now has orders from Tulcha. Dont just win battles, go out into our world and destroy everything! And since Im the only one who knows the truth, Ive been hiding all this while waiting for an opportunity to expose the truth. Fingers point toward the screen. To be precise, towards someone outside the screen. Youve been trying so hard to kill me secretly. As many of these people havee forward as witnesses, even you cant help it. at the same time. [The unique ability Eyes of Chaos is activated!] Ugh! A soft purple light flickered through the TV. While no one noticed, he unknowingly sympathized with Unknowns words. The feeling of incongruity subsides. Instead, a deep sense of fear began to rise in ce. Fake. It means that at least one of them is acting. ha ha ha. How the hell does this work? Everyone was at a loss for words about this absurd fact. I understand that everyone is scared. But I dont have time. Because from the moment I tell the truth, another game has begun. Tring! [The conditions of the Apocalypse covenant have been fulfilled.] [The first seal is released.] [The red bounty event is triggered!] Contents: Find the real Kang Jin-hyeok and destroy the fake one. In case of failure: 7 seals will be unlocked sequentially over 7 days, and if all seals are unlocked, the system restrictions will be removed. In this case, all beings in the tower can freely move on the stairs, as well as exert influence outside the tower. Time limit: 7 days If sessful, it is considered sessful to clear the 40th floor. Now that the belief and confidence that mankind will be safe has reached its peak. The worst event that could bring it all down came along. Chapter 601 Episode 601. yer Unknown (2) [Humanity is doomed.] With dry, short words of warning. For the first time, an apocalypse covering the entire tower began to emerge. Starting from this broadcast, confusion beyond imagination hit the world. Thats right. A few outbreaks so far. It was a catastrophe that was barely preventable only after making countless sacrifices. however. If this thing fails, all kinds of terrible and powerful beings that only exist in the tower could rain down. In a word, a situation in which humanity may perish as it is. In a way, it was only natural that each country had an emergency. and present. The meeting was going on for over 10 hours in a top-ss secret facility in a building located in Seocho-gu, Seoul. It was a boring meeting where only the dodol table was repeated. Whoa thats a headache. The president of the Korean Awakened Association. Han Sang-jin let out a deep sigh. Next to him were representatives of several guilds that had be strong, including the Dangun and Balhae guilds. There is constant pressure from abroad. Damn you ask me what Im gonna do I know we have a sharp solution. I still have to make a decision. I guess so. I only have six days and a half left. As expected, there is nothing left Most of them were silent, but the surest way to prevent the destruction of mankind right now is one. Everyone joins forces to kill fake Kang Jin-hyeok. Of course, the fake here meant the one hiding in Signiel. Quaang! Chunyoung Yoo jumped up and stood up. What do you mean? To believe only the words of someone who appeared out of nowhere and attack Signiel! Theres no guarantee that the masked guys words are real, right? In the eyes of this old man, he who causes trouble is a fake. What you said is also true. However, from our point of view, Unknown no, Kang Jin-hyeok, who is currently in the association, is in a very cooperative state. He has even returned his weapon. I inspected the confiscated weapon just in case, and it has the same structure and appearance as the existing weapons registered in the Hall of Fame. The same goes for ability testing. I used the same skills and unique abilities, such as ice and fire. On the other hand Signiel is silent about our summoning request. If, by any chance, your granddaughter is being held hostage and is against it What? Do you want to say that my judgment is disturbed because of Yeon-hwa? Cuckoo Cuckoo! Anger erupted from Yoo Chun-youngs body. The inside was suffocating because of the life that was spitting out stems and stems. Have you forgotten how many sacrifices yer Kang Jin-hyeok made for us? I am also the same. Id rather die if I die, I cant hit him in the back. Opponents were also not easy. As if not to back down, they raised their mana and confronted each other tightly. If this happened, let alone a meeting, a civil war might break out inside. stop! please stop Dont you know that fighting between us wont help anyone? When the situation was about to escte, Han Sang-jin stopped everyone. Sheesh! Kaak Tue! Damn it. We also dont want to hit the back of the head of the yer Kang Jin-hyeok who contributed so far. But what about If you dont make that goddamn choice, everyone will look like a fucking bitch? Even at this moment, the grains of sand in the hourss are falling. Small cracks urred when the first seal was lifted. Gates corresponding to the presumed D to F levels are being created simultaneously all over the world. Corresponding to goblins or orcs. Although these monsters are still rtively easy to block, their rank will go up tomorrow. The next day, it will go up one more level, and the day after that, it may exceed the B grade. Even if you go there, many big cities will burn and disappear. At the point where youre over ss A, you wont even want to calcte what percentage of humanity will survive. If you dont want that to happen, you have to remove one of the two. Worst case I had to remove both. Right then. The secretary, who was quietly answering the phone, whispered in Han Sang-jins ear. President of the Tongue Association. Outside right now! The secretarys words didnte to an end. Awesome! The door to the confidential space split left and right. Cuckoo! Unexpected figures emerged from the copsing debris. Coke! Its dusty No matter how big things get, I never thought theyd end up in such a small country. If the Korean rankers had handled their own business properly, we would not have stepped forward. Stop whining. Its something I have to do anyway. The voices of men and women crossed in the smoke. I dont know what happened, but breaking into the deepest part was an obvious act of provocation. How dare you say this ce! A ranker from the Dangun Guild immediately drew a weapon. Whoops! A gigantic greatsword appeared from subspace with dazzling light. but. Caang! Before the sword was halfway out, a woman with bronzed skin intervened. Like a snake, the timing was unusual. stop. Kajal. We are not here to fight a war. yer Lee Chang-hee. Please stop. These are people you know. The man and Han Sang-jin stopped those who brought each other. President of the association. Anyone who knows? These are rankers from India. I heard that you entered the country today to deal with yer Kang Jin-hyeok after the Covenant apocalypse was triggered, but I didnt think it would be so reckless Nice to meet you. It is called Master Kumar of Gandhara, India. In the past, we were greatly indebted to them. Nirasha. He was once a top ranker, but lost his life while fighting the dead corporation. Gandhara was dismantled as it was, and India was eliminated from thepetition, losing its pivot. Ipletely distanced myself from climbing the tower and only looked at the shining sight of others. however. After the war with Norse and Olympus, everything haspletely changed. The lost deities of the Thousand Ages began to nurture the apostles by pouring everything into them. As a result, top rankers were born after oveing countless difficulties. Kumar receiving the protection of the god Brahma. Deshmukh is blessed by the god Vishnu. Kajal, who receives the protection of the god Indra, and Antiah, who receives the protection of the god Agni. this four. It doesnt matter if you object. In addition to us, they will send their rankers from all over the world. Kumar shrugged. Above all, this time, unlike Nirasha, who only tried to satisfy his own self-interest, we have justice and cause on our side. No individual can surpass Kang Jin-hyeok. No matter how much you receive the protection of the gods, you wont be able to be an opponent of the monster that defeated the gods alone. However, if it was a group united for a single purpose the power would never be ignored. ??? Same time. At Signiel, Jinhyuk and the rest of the members were gathered. Its ridiculous. Jinhyeok once again watched the broadcast from earlier. Their appearance and magical powers, as well as their trivial habits, are identical. It means that he is a person who was perfectly aimed at and created for himself. That means it even has a magic eye. The Eye of Chaos, like the Eye of Greed, is one of the highest-level eyes. It is the kind that can only be obtained by achieving extremelyplicated conditions one after another. Alice is a very high-ranking species, so her memories of Unknown did not change, but the rest of the members seem to be confused in their memories as well. With the number of deceased corporations at this level, it would only hurt to tell ordinary people or halfway yers. If its enough to activate the covenant at this timing, Id say its rted to the people above it, not the primeval existence One of the operators must have moved. Hes also a very picky guy. Humanity was held hostage and time is only 7 days, so there are not many hands that this side can use. There is a high probability that even that will be read. As long as it is only digging into the painful part, it should be seen that the other side is preparing for everything, unless it is a dizzying variable. Anyway, even if you use poison, you can use it very well. Oops. What are you going to do? well. As it is Gulp! If I let it go, that fake would go wild even more? Alice murmured as she took a mouthful of strawberry tart for dessert. If I do something wrong, I might have to go to war with humanity. There are over 100 yers captured by drones. Only B grade or higher. The rankers are also quite mixed. You dont even try to hide your magical power. Anyway, these kids. Jin-hyeok oppa has already forgotten everything he saved and may die right away, so look at him showing his teeth first. The rest of the members also added a word to each other. They dont talk, but everyone is feeling nervous. This is because this crisis is on a different level from any other crisis that has passed so far. Not themon goal of being the top, but the pressure of having to fight with the same person and I wonder if the fact that I dont know which one is the real me ys a part. The only fact is that he fought Tulcha in the confrontation world, and it was unknown who won and what kind of deals and schemes were involved in it. In other words. It means that among the rest of the members, there might be someone who believes what the fake guy says. Jinhyuk pressed his throbbing temple. I was annoyed at the operators who created this situation, but what was worse was disillusionment and irritation with humans who were changing their posture. First of all, you have to make contact with the other person. Face-to-face conversations were the most important thing to figure out what they were up to. Taemin. yes. brother. Is that bastard now in the Awoken Society? Perhaps. Its the onlyrge-scale facility that suppresses magic, and the security to the New Arts Center has gone up a few levels in the past few hours. Then it must be somewhere underground. A few candidatese to mind. But just then Kwaaang! An explosion urred under Signiel. ck smoke billowed along with the red heat wave. Jinhyuks gaze turned downward. This magical power is An elegant spirit lingering with the unique scent of lotus flowers. The rankers of Gandhara announced their first start. Here are the pesky bastards. It is also a way to get out without having to deal with it. Chun Yuseong put his hand on the scabbard. A guy who doesnt hesitate to provoke and rolls his eyes, for some reason hes rational at times like this. Of course, as the guy said, the answer is not to deal with leeches. but. The way to escapefortably was blocked in the first ce. [Currently, system maniption is unfolding in this area!] Another hidden trap was revealed only after the yers of Gandhara attacked. Evidence that one of the operators intervened. Chapter 602 Episode 602. Opposite of yer Unknown (3) Signiel. An old man and a young woman floated through the clouds in the sky. The old man, who had been staring at the burning entrance, opened his mouth. Whoa! A dazzling light flickered continuously. A confrontation due to system maniption spread throughout the city. It was a hunting ground created by the operators for the perfect trap. What about the eagle owl? The pursuit failed. He knows the system very well I guess so. All of a sudden, the most troublesome guy has a different opinion from us. The old man smiled bitterly. Among the various operators, the person who yed the biggest role in creating the Tower of Trials. The eagle owl was more engrossed in exploring and building the tower than anyone else. It was reassuring when they were on the same side, but now that they are enemies, they will inevitably be the most annoying stumbling block. Would it be okay? Ive already lost four operators because of Kang Jin-hyeok and the eagle owl. Besides, Saeyoung Unhwan also Even then, you cant go against the trend. More than anything hell fall this time. If that happens, the eagle owl and the rest will sumb. Thats I guess. Dont worry about the barriers and focus on manipting public opinion outside the tower. The core of this operation must be to make humanity and the Corps of the Ancients hostile to each other. In particr, we need to ensure that the gods of the world can fully support Indian rankers. all right. The woman with long straight hair nodded. At the same time, the mes rising from Signiel began to burn more fiercely. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa wooooong! A full-fledged battle is about to begin as Indian rankers unleash their magic. ??? Brother! The lobby on the first floor is already upied! Lee Tae-min, who was monitoring the situation through drones, hurriedly shouted. Right after the quest appeared, the entire area of Signiel was besieged by yers. Jinhyeok ordered Lee Taemin to ce defense towers throughout the hotel just in case. This is because Lee Tae-min, who is regarded as a one-man corps, was capable of a minimum fortress battle. however. Its stronger than I thought. The speed and destructive power of the enemy digging into the inside was more than expected. Defense towers and drones smashing helplessly. All kinds ofser traps and NBC traps were useless. It felt like it was several times more difficult than when I was dealing with Nirasha in the past. It must be at the top of the building, so securing an escape route wont be easy. If youre fighting, I rmend breaking through one point. I will help. Chun Yoo-sung and Teresa stood next to Jin-hyeok. Are you okay? Im the only target anyway, but if the fact that I helped is known to my home country It doesnt matter. No matter what anyone says, I dont want to see Jinhyeok get hurt. Me too. Even if I die, I wont see you fall at the hands of anyone other than me. Its like youre never going to back down. Weapons were already in each hand. It was cold and the tip of my nose was sore. I didnt die in vain though. When you see that there are colleagues who stand by you even in the worst of situations. good night. Its been decided by this Lowly things have dared to invade my room, so Ill wipe them out. Elise also broke her knuckles and burned her fighting spirit. If possible, we didnt want to cut our power, but I dont be an adult enough to stay still even after being pped first. You have to pay back 2x, not 10x. Our goal is to deal with the fake guy. We have to deal with it as quickly as possible and head towards the headquarters of the Awoken Association. brother. Well stay and pass the time, so oppa gets out as soon as he sees an opening. I also have a grandfather, so no matter how they act, I wont do anything recklessly. I can also strengthen the defense several times as long as I limit the number of floors. You wont be able to stop itpletely, but you can do whatever it takes to prolong the time. Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min imed to be a manned group. Obviously, two people are the best people to y the role. okay. Please. Jinhyuk nodded. Then, the umted mana exploded all at once. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah Kwah! [The zodiacal sign Sagittarius is awakening!] The most important thing is to create cracks in the barriers set up by the operators. Jinhyeok took out the position of the archer with the strongest power to break the barrier. Along with the dazzling light, a huge amount of mana was gathered towards the fingertips. The strings of the translucent bow, which stretched several meters, were pulled tight as if about to explode. [Trait Golden Apple of Apostate C Astraphe is activated!] When Zeuss lightning ovepped, heat and light brightened the night sky. It is now. Faaaaang! The arrow that left his fingertips became a storm and sped away. The windows of the penthouse were shattered all at once, and streaks of golden light cut through the air. !? Kuh! The eyes of the two operators who were hiding in the air rapidly expanded. I expected to try to break the barrier, but I never imagined that the power and speed would be this powerful. No, even if its fast and strong, the target was so perfect. It was because I had urately prated the ce where the flow of magical power is most sensitive among this wide barrier. Stop it! the old man shouted. Sheesh! Right before the arrow hit the woman, she used her ability to reinforce the barrier. right at that moment. The arrow reached the heart of the barrier. The atmosphere parted. Space distorted and the shockwave was sucked into the distorted space. A precarious bnce between those who want to prate and those who want to stop. The result is BAD! It was determined that pieces fell from the sky. [Trait system maniption has been activated.] A huge pebble was thrown at a scale that could be said to be almost identical. With another system maniption that can counter the system maniption. Ability copy stupid thing. Could it be that even the operation of the system has been taken away! A situation that ispletely caught off guard. The old man cursed 25 years already dead. But no matter how much I spit out curse words, it was already toote. Because the gap in the system has be sorge that it is difficult to use your hands. [Communication with the outside world is now possible!] In order to clear this quest, several more conditions must be fulfilled. It was because it was impossible to deal with the operator and the entire human race with this member alone. Just in time, the cracks began to repair quickly. Still, there should be at least a few minutes left. Jinhyeok began to deliver necessary things to the forces he had a rtionship with. Do it. The words poured out like a rapid-fire cannon. Now, if I tell only one side more It was the time when I was thinking about that. Kwade deuk seokkeok! A very fine and sharp shock was transmitted through the sole of the foot. Its a feeling so subtle that you wouldnt normally be able to detect it. Dodge to the edge! Jinhyeok shouted. Cuckoo coo! Suddenly the whole building was thrown sharply backwards. What is it? The building is leaning! The furniture on the other side slipped. Literally, somethingpletely cut Signiel. A suffocating blow. The word absurd had toe out. Damn it. Are there any ns to prepare for this situation? Since its where you live, shouldnt you have prepared anything? Ready Thats it, of course. Maybe? doesnt exist. This isnt some kind of Be X-Man hideout. Does it make sense to decorate the hotel to my liking? I never thought about the number of chances I would end up skydiving from this height. Everyone alive and see you downstairs. Since they are strong children, they will be able to survive somehow. Maybe a nce. Jinhyeok looked down at the ground, which was far away. Height unrealistic. Um, I guess thats not going to work. Okay. This one had 1 second invincibility and the resurrection skill through the protection of the stars. whats the rest Only the strong will survive. Cuckoo Cuckoo! The members started to fall freely along with the building. ??? Quaaaaang! Kwak-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwam! Kwajik! Shattered debris made a mess around theke. Its like a volcanic eruption scene. The dust-filled air made it impossible to see even an inch ahead. The scars left by the disappearance ofndmarks with over 100 floors were beyond imagination. Would you like to die? well. I dont know Kang Jin-hyeok, but I guess I didnt deal with some of them? No matter how much vitality you have like a cockroach, it will be difficult to survive there. He would have lost the use of at least one leg. Hahaha! If everyone leaves and it is known that they destroyed this, the Korean government will be very upset. The rankers of Gandhara, who saw the building copsing, spoke one word at a time. Unless he had the ability to fly, he must have been seriously injured. Dont be too prejudiced, focus on detecting magic power. This time, you must stop breathing. Kumar keenly peered through the smoke. If there was even a slight movement of magical power, he was ready to strike a critical blow immediately. Right then. burrung! A bright light flickered across the blurred vision. It was thetest coin bike that appeared with a loud engine sound. There were scratches here and there, but none of the members of the deceased person corporation were dead. Is Kang Jin-hyeok of the world nning to run away? I have more urgent things to do than y with you. Catch me next time and lets y properly. The disrespectful way of speaking is just what I heard. But who said they would let you go? Kumar raised his hand. Then, as if she had been waiting, Antia, who was next to her, gathered her mana. It cooks them very nicely. Roaring! Small sparks scattered and a fright urred that seemed to burn the whole body. Hundreds of sparks gathered and soon formed a single shape. [Antia activates her unique ability Army of mes!] Agnis authority. The soldiers made of fire took a posture to throw the spears they were holding in unison. No matter how fast the motorcycle is, it will not be able to dodge this many spears. Furthermore, due to the ability of Mand, the spears speed and attack power have increased several times. Getting out without taking any damage was next to impossible. Whoops! Spears of cowardice pierced the atmosphere. And its good to say that its almost simultaneous. Pupper puck! Hundreds of spears rose from beneath the surface of Seokchon Lake. Red lines and yellow lines intersect in a dizzying manner at the same point. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! Kwajik! Kwadeuk! puck! The spears of fire collided head-on with spears made of sand. what!? Antia opened her eyes to the unexpected intervention of a third party. This is because numerous soldiers in ck armor appeared from the water. An appearance that mimics the shape of a jackal. In the middle, there were two other Korean rankers. ha. Did we end up fighting humanity out of nowhere? Hmm. It cant be helped, right? I like it, but I dont like it, as long as it has that strangebel on it. It was Lee Yoo-ri and Min Jeong-woo. Chapter 603 Episode 603. yer Unknown (4) contract due to the brand of love. ves, once stamped and bound for life forever, are useful in many ways. Just like right now. Jinhyeok nodded while looking at Lee Yoo-ri and Min Jeong-woo. I had told them to wait while the barrier was loosened, but it was definitely worthwhile to prepare. On the other side, other groups appeared one by one. Kaak Tue! How dare you attack the master in my bedroom? Do you want to taste how spicy Korean kimchi tastes? It was Kim Hee-woong, the leader of the ck Crow Guild, and numerous yers he had recruited. Kim Hee-woong, who was entrusted with full authority from Jin-hyeok, raised a kind of army by thoroughly brainwashing newbies. Carrots and sticks, as well as appropriate gaslighting, have created modern fanatics in the 21st century. Kill, kill, kill, kill! Insulting God! This is an unforgivable crime! All of them were goofballs who didnt even make it into the rankings, but their teamwork and loyalty that didnt fear death were as good as those of the rankers. In addition, Lee Yoo-ri and Min Jeong-woo, who signed a contract as an apostle from the Egyptian deities, joined, so it became quite a situation to do. At least, it should be more than enough to buy time for this side to go to the Awoken Association. I really want to y with this, but my followers are so enthusiastic. Bye bye then. Jinhyeok gave Gandara a refreshing smile. in bee. Alice, who was riding in the back seat of Jinhyeok, also provoked with her tongue lightly pulled out. Boooooong! Immediately, the three bikes moved like lightning. As if to follow me if I can. Those bastards! Contact the Awakened Association to control the roads and tell our guild members to choose the expected route and pursue it. We move right away. Kumar immediately headed for the car that hade in. of course. Whoops! Lee Yoo-ri and Min Jeong-woo were not the ones who would just leave it alone. Im sorry, but its an order from the president. You should y with us for a while. Lee Yu-ri took out the statues glowing yellow from the subspace. It is a higher version of the same ability that was shown at the National Museum of Korea the other day. [Lee Yu-ri activates the limited unique holynce Hounds of the ck Desert!] Kreurre. Kuong! kong! Cuckold! The guardians of Anubis with heavy weapons bared their teeth. It felt like the veins were burning all over my body trying to handle dozens of summons. A unique holy spear that grinds and spreads its body. You guys should be especially careful when signing any contracts. If you meet the wrong owner, your body will suffer even in yourter years. Min Jeong-woo also summoned the light of the sun in both hands. [Min Jung-woo activates the limited unique sacrednce Sun God Ras Insignia!] Awesome! A limited unique holy spear that can only be used when changing jobs as an apostle of the desert. Its time to show off the survival skills you learned after a hellish corporate life. *** Loud sparks were still rising from the sky that had been hit directly by Astrafe. I ate one. The old man frowned at the cracked barrier. Due to the previous attack, all of the encirclement has disappeared. In fact, Jinhyeok and the core members of the Goinmul Corporation all left Signiel. The easiest way to win is gone. I did send a pursuit party from the Gandhara side. There are so many of them, and they are good at guerri warfare, so it should be possible to wait until the n starts. No, nning is always a trump card. Besides, since he knows how to manipte the system, I dont know what variables wille out. I knew that copying and convergence was troublesome, but I never thought it would be an area where even the operators ability could intervene. Not seeing through this is a painful mistake. The fact that the eagle owl contributed to the disconnection of information was probably one of the reasons that made the situation worse. Besides, if you cant stop him this time, the next one will be on the 40th floor. If you collect all the clues about the Necronomicon and find the book, then there will be no turning back. Then what shall we do? elerate Outbreak and use Unknown again. All right. While taking advantage of the time limit, increase the means to pressure the opponent as much as possible. The operators intended to finish everything perfectly before crossing the Maginot Line. same time. Boooooong! A roaring sound pierced the night view and prated the main street. Empty streets due to control. It was hard to imagine the normally crowded Olympic Boulevard. How did you get out? Jinhyuk nced behind him. Thanks to the duo of Lee Yu-ri, Min Jeong-woo, and Kim Hee-woong, the rankers of the Gandhara Guild must have been stranded. This should be enough to get you to your destination. Contractor Contractor! Go faster, step on it faster. My heart is beating fast for the first time in a long time. Her Majesty the Immature Queen was intent on enjoying the thrill even in a situation where the world might perish. It was because he was wearing sunsses while hugging Jinhyuks waist tightly. What the hell do you think of this right now Some people feel like every minute and every second is weighed down byplicated feelings. But at that very moment. ! Unfamiliar magical powers were detected from the side. The headlights of the cars standing along the shoulder of the road shed all at once, and they immediately started chasing after them. The distance narrows in an instant. Its on busy roads and alleys where motorcycles are at their best. You cant outrun a car on an empty straight road. Damn it. A lot came from all over the ce. It catches up. Sreung! Chun Yoo-seong pulled out the Ryuhwa that was worn around his waist. The blue riverpletely covered the de. I guess I have no choice but to fight. Teresa, who wanted to avoid casualties if possible, also bit her lip. Whoops! ck cars tried to ram motorcycles. At the same time, the window went down and various weapons came out. That guy! Kang Jin-hyeok is the one who jumps in the front! Hahaha! If you catch that guy, you can get a bounty that willst a lifetime. The pupil is already dted. It must have been a powerful hallucinogen to forget the fear. A magic tool engraved with lotus patterns. me-type magic and lightning-type magic were fired at once. Puffup! Perong! Jinhyeok took a narrow turn. The road I had been running on a while ago had be a beehive. What are the things that are lower than worms trying to do to my noble body? A few strands of Alices hair fell out. [Ellis opens Blood Spears!] Red skewers poured out from beyond the distorted subspace. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! Aww! Whoa! Whole cars were pierced and soon engulfed in huge mes. The cars following me roared and tangled up, crashing into the guardrail. Magic that disappeared in an instant. Dozens of people turned to ashes and disappeared. Thats why its so scary when Alice gets really angry. Well, in the first ce, from the point of view of Jinjo, the life of a human being must be lighter than a feather. But its still too early to be relieved. The chase had only just begun. Bubbly. It wasnt long after all the cars had been destroyed that this time, bipedal birds about 3m in height walked from the front. With yers carrying spears and swords on their backs. [Phantom beast C Garuda.] To be precise, they are objects mass-produced using Garudas DNA. It possessed magical power that was less than one-tenth of its body, but that alone was more than enough to bear the weight of the phantom beast species. A total of 7 numbers. Unlike before, the level of the yers riding the Garuda was also not easy. Kleurreuk Kirurureuk. Kiruruk! Thick saliva dripped from the mouths of the Garudas. From afar, more and more new cars wereing in. Its getting worse. I think the Olympic Boulevard on the way home from work is less tight. Chun Youseong slowly gathered his mana. Hit it. The ranker in the front stretched out his long spear. With those words as a starting point, the six Garudas hurled themselves at the members all at once. Moves fast, incongruous for its size. Garuda, riding on the wind, tried to cut Cheon Yoo-seongs body in two with one bite. However, the re of the sword was much faster. A sword strike drawn in an oblique line cut through the air. Awesome! Kreureuk? I couldnt even see how the sword moved. Kuk! The ranker riding on Garudas back immediately jumped high. And threw a spear from top to bottom. Boooooong! It was a surprise attack in the pouring blood. It was difficult to dodge because of the obstruction of vision and the sudden action. of course. Chun Yoo-seong was not fighting alone either. Kaaang! Theresa stepped forward confidently and deflected the javelin with her shield. Divine aura shining softly. The armor bearing the Blessing of the Stars emits dazzling brilliance in the moonlight. Perfect breathing, he used the gap to pour all the drones Lee Tae-min had. [Lee Tae-min activates his unique ability Machine Lord!] Hundreds of drones dropped their shells. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Kwaaang! The road was covered in a dark red heat wave. Just being nearby made me feel like my whole body was about to burn. I cant see ahead! It wasnt against the army what kind of attack was this Sheesh The rankers riding the Garuda hesitated and stepped back. It wasnt easy to walk through the mes no matter how much you protected yourself with magical powers. Now is it our turn to feed them? I will trample on you very cruelly. Amidst the smoke, Jinhyuks moaning was heard. The Goinmul Corporation, which had only been running away and responding passively until now, was trying to switch to an offensive. creepy An ice-cold chill flowed from the heat. Something different. If you dont, you may end up doing a lot of damage. be careful! The leader ranker shouted. [Defense skill Garudas Feather is activated!] [Guardian skill Magic Sense is activated!] [Defense skill Scenario of the Ages is activated!] Attacks that maye from anywhere with all nerves on edge prepared for A suffocating silence passed. Knock Knock! however. No matter how long I waited, no further attacks continued. what? After a few minutes, I felt a strange difort. And it was only when the smoke cleared that everyone realized the truth. Already, the deceased person corporation haspletely disappeared from the Olympic Boulevard. Chapter 604 Episode 604. Burning World (1) Tower of Trials 50th floor, Pce of the Fool. Buildings and bizarre scenery filled with things that are hard to think of this world made me let go of reason just by looking at them. Even if the targets were the operators who designed the Tower of Trials. and. At the center of the chaos were Azathoth and the man whomanded all the primeval beings. The man was looking at the chess pieces carved out of numerous figures, including the Goinmul Corporation. On a chessboard set in Seoul, giant pieces were intricately arranged. Kuk-kuk. What do you do when you y a hundred days war game like that? Didnt Kang Jin-hyeok smash the barrier that the operators they were in charge of spread out in one hit? Only then can we work together Nyathotep chuckled. As if the failure of the men and operators would sue and die. Then, a terrifying killing spree flowed from the bodies of many people standing by the mans side. You cant understand the subject and are making fun of your snout. Do you not know that you are nothing more than a creature created by us? Besides, Nyathotep. Isnt it because the idiots you recruited from India also didnt y their part? what? Did you dare to call us creatures? My father is here, but hes cocky Do you think that clumsy maniption ability will work for us? Primordial beings also raised tentacles. Cuckoo Cuckoo! A wave of magic that distorts space. A tense battle of nerves ensued, with no retreat. It felt like the whole ce would turn into a battlefield if I made a mistake. Right then. Hmm. I know youre all nervous, but Id like you to be quiet for a bit The man opened his mouth slowly. Creepy! The hot air froze cold. Magic beyond imagination. Even though he had simply said one word, an irresistible feeling of intimidation pressed his whole body. Thisis Even Nyathotep couldnt hide his embarrassment at the situation. The only thing unaffected was Azathoth in this ce. It has calmed down a little now. The man smiled brightly when he could no longer hear the sound of the mouse dying. Then he added a word. Once again, we are on the same boat, not enemies. I know its disgusting to see each others faces, but lets be a little more proud for amon goal. And you dont have to worry too much. I never thought that hunting Kang Jin-hyeok would be easy. Fluffy. Some chess pieces were moved by something invisible. The topography and features also changed ordingly. Anyway, you can predict what hes thinking and how hell move. Above all, we, who designed the te, have the initiative, so what are we so worried about or dissatisfied with? It is acknowledged that the ability to create variables is excellent. but. There is always a guy who flies above the guy who runs. The man looked at the other side of the chessboard and twisted the corners of his mouth strangely. In the empty seat, there was an opponent who only existed in the mans head. Come on, please me more. So that I can feel a little bit of tension in this boring and dull life. It was very obvious how the busy chess pieces would move next, what they were aiming for, and what cards they were fiddling with . Even so, the reason why my heart is beating is because the opponent is none other than Kang Jin-hyeok. the only one in this world. Because there was only one person who could threaten a man, Jinhyeok. ??? Boo waaang! Motorbikes galloped at speeds of over 150 km/h. Jinhyeok, who had seeded in beating the rankers of Gandara, took the shortest route to the Seoul Arts Center. The roads are controlled and its early morning. It was a distance that could be reached in the blink of an eye if done right. however. Muddy water sshed on the smooth n. Doo doo doo! A number of helicopters appeared in the sky before moving less than 1 km. Anyway, I cant find it anymore. The reason immediately became clear. A bright light flickering in the distant sky. It is a reconnaissance satellite that can be said to be the core of modern information warfare. You mean you wont miss it easily. In the worst-case scenario, youd have to kill both Unknown and you, who are being protected by the Awakened Association. If so, securing new recruits within the time limit would be of utmost importance. Im starting to realize what it means to be chasing at the national level. Whoa! Elise immediately summoned skewers made of blood. The flies are bothering me. I will drop them all. No, its useless. No matter how much you destroy the helicopter, if you dont do something with the satellite, youll keep getting caught. Ugh. I cant do anything about it until its far away. Its not too much to go to space. No matter how Elise was, she couldnt throw a javelin of such power without a propent. brother. I will give it a try. Then Lee Tae-min stepped in. Blue magic radiated from Lee Tae-mins body as the five attack helicopters closed the distance at terrifying speed. [Lee Tae-min activates his unique voice, Last Meister!] The power to control all machines freely. It was a skill that could be used in the Tower of Trials, but in modern warfare, it showed power that was iparable to the Tower. A wide spread wave hit the helicopters in the blink of an eye. Wheein! What is it? Why is this? Aagh! The pendulum is going down! Cuckoo Cuckoo! Helicopters with messed up dashboards fell down the Han River bridge. The spray rose high with a loud sound. In the meantime, the safety devices were released to allow the pilots to escape, so no one should have died. Its really reassuring, but reassuring. Jinhyuk let out a small exmation. Although he copied his ability from Lee Tae-min, it was impossible to control that level of precision. Furthermore, by using a special magic wave, it is possible to hide from the pursuit of satellites. This bought me some time. I guess we can use this opportunity to go to the association. Chun Yoo-seong got on the motorcycle again. The destination could be reached within 5 minutes. But at that very moment. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! Waves of ck light surged from the Han River. like a tidal wave A sticky liquid tens of meters high rushed in. What is that again? thought went through everyones mind. for a while too. Cheeik! Just in case, Teresas Holy Arc, which had been activated a long time ago, melted as it came into contact with the liquid. The golden curtain disappeared and ck liquid slowly rose. You have to avoid blood! Theresas voice became urgent. The fact that the Lv30 divine skill was destroyed so vain means that you should never be beaten with your bare body. Ellis may not know, but the others will turn into a handful of blood. However, running away was not what I wanted. [the additional conditions have been met.] Du-du-du-du-du! Along with the red status window, the shape of the road suddenly began to change. The bridge moves and the position of the buildings changes. It was a cataclysm that reminded me of a scene in a movie. A kind simr to barrier. That, too, is something that reaches at least 12 stars. Hyungs ability the unique vocal chant doesnt work anymore! What the hell whats going on here? brother! Bad liquids are pouring from the left side! Due to thepletely changed world, the rest of the members were clearly embarrassed. Damn it Jinhyeok bit his mrs. I cant believe I didnt notice until a skill of this magnitude was activated. This is not the kind that can be created in just a few days. Ive been preparing for months maybe more. You couldnt believe I was predicting that I would move this way? Its nonsense even thinking about it yourself. But other than that, there was no other way to exin it. [Erasing of Area 153 begins.] [Time limit 0h : 19m : 59s] Gurg gurg gurg gurg gurg! A huge amount of ck liquid rushed in. What does Area 153 mean? Does that mean Seoul is divided into 153 categories? What is the standard for the 20-minute time limit? What additional clues can you get from that? My head wasplicated with the number and possibilities of all kinds of cases, but first I had to go to the hignds. run! Jinhyeok moved to find a way out in the changed city center. ??? Its been 3 days since Jinhyeok and the deceased corporation disappeared from the radar. During that time, great changes took ce around the world. After the covenant started counting, a huge number of outbreaks began to ur simultaneously. I think it would be better if a meteorite fell. Lets all gather our strength and try to deal with it. Han Sang-jin pressed his temple at the report he heard one after another. The frequency of urrence of outbreaks was also the frequency, but the more troublesome problem was the rank of the gate. On the 4th day, powerful monsters that even rankers could not handle started attacking the city. America Europe South America Middle East West Africa. Over 20rge cities have been upied by named monsters. Hundreds of cities were under evacuation orders. It was the most hopeless situation since the Tower of Trials first appeared. Korea also lost Busan and Daejeon, and was on the verge of losing Yeongdeungpo, Yongsan, and Seongnam, Bundang. None of the maps marked in red were hopeful. Even those who gathered through video conferences could note up with a sharp solution with their mouths tightly closed. At that time, one of the employees who received the whisper delivered a new breaking news. Chief of the association I just heard the news that the B grade outbreak in Cheonan has been upgraded to A grade There are a lot of ck ogres mixed among the orcs A total of three raiding parties were mobilized in Pangyo. They were yers who were barely squeezed out of the shortage of manpower. They were members that could somehow deal with the Orcs, but the ck Ogre, who could take a fair amount of attacks with his bare body, would not be able to do anything about it. Cheonan should also be considered hopeless. How much time do you have left? There are about 88 hours left, but if the timees for the S-ss gate toe out, we will have to see that there is nothing we can do. Considering that, the deadline should be up to 36 hours. only 36 hours. That was all that was left of humanity. Are there still no clues about yer Kang Jin-hyuk? yes. All US satellites are being mobilized, but there is no trace of it after Olympic Boulevard. I guess you should consider that one fake. Otherwise there would be no reason to hide. It was nice to know who was real and who was fake, but the problem was there was no way to spot the fake. Even in the midst of worrying, time continued to decrease. This is the end. Han Sang-jin closed his eyes tightly as if resigned. When everyone is putting a string of hope like that. [Unknown requested a video call.] Unknown, who had been silent until now, moved. Chapter 605 Chapter 605. A world on fire (2) A solitary cell with only one dim headlight. There, Han Sang-jin was having a private meeting with Unknown. You want to make a deal with us? Thats right. If this is the case, humanity will be destroyed. At first, I tried to trust you guys and entrust you with fake captures, but I think that was a mistake. Are you saying that yer Kang Jin-hyuk can catch fakes? The gnome is an imitation created by replicating my traits and memories. It may not be perfect, but I can understand the flow of thought to some extent. Unknown quietly nodded. Han Sang-jin swallowed dry saliva. We also want to believe in yer Kang Jin-hyeok, who is cooperating with us. So, can you answer just one thing? The reason why the Awakened Association is still confining Unknown as a prisoner, not on the same side. If youre real, why are the members of the Dead Inmul Corporation hanging out with a fake and not you? This part took the most time. In particr, what is the reason Teresa, who has a high reputation, and Chun Yu-seong, who is famous for not giving up easily, are with fakes. At Sangjin Hans words, Unknown opened his mouth heavily. Actually myrades follow him for a reason. Because the fake guy has been brainwashing my colleagues for a long time. [Memory Fragment is unlocked.] Wii-ing! Dozens of images were yed in the status window. There, the process of Jin-hyeok subduing and subduing the target until now has been exposed. Everything that puts the brand of love on the yers as well as the residents and makes them obey for the rest of their lives. Although the video was skillfully edited to favor Unknown in terms of timing and process, no one noticed the sense of incongruity due to the effect of eyes in the cave. This kind of nonsense Didnt the president of the association ever think it was strange? Why do so many talented people follow a psychopath who tramples on opponents to the point of being said to be desperate? !! An earthquake urred in Han Sang-jins pupils. In fact, there were times when I thought it was strange. Because the incidents of Jinhyeok he had seen and heard were so cruel that even heinous crimes seemed like childrens pranks. But there must have been a reason for that. It felt like the puzzles in my head were finally fitting together. Right then. Unknown took out an item to drive a wedge. [???? ?? will be unlocked!] Ugh! The interior was brightly lit with dazzling light. Could this be? Thousands of people all over the world will be killed or injured in the future. But no matter what happens, trust me and wait for me. I will definitely catch the fake one. Even if half of humanity disappears, it cant be helped. The die has already been cast. Jinhyeok, who is presumed to be a fake, haspletely disappeared from the radar. Now I have to believe in the unknown in front of my eyes. I will try to persuade the leaders of each country. *** [The next seal has been unlocked.] As the 4th day passed, the conditions for activating the covenant got closer and closer. National agencies and Awoken associations in each country, which managed to maintain order, also failed to control the panicked people. Burning cities and fast-growing monsters. Except for the capital and satellite cities, most areas have turned into ghost towns where people have disappeared. A situation reminiscent of an apocalypse unfolded. and present. Those who failed to evacuate were thrown into a hellish reality. Kreureu Goooooo! Orcs armed with ck armor searched the ruins. The unique dark red skin and wild ancient tattoos made the 5 joints numb just by facing them. Quaang! bang! Stacks of empty cans and shelves tumbled with a loud noise. A fishy smell of blood rose from the ive, which was covered with blood and flesh. underground a few meters from it. Dozens of survivors trembled andughed. Some were incontinent or passed out on the spot. Hee-ik Its over. done. that we will all die Hehehe. Shh! Quiet. The entrance is covered with goblin excrement, so you can just skip it. Please Among them, the awakened yers were also mixed. However, no one thought of confronting the orcs or opening an escape route. Because after thest few days of fighting, humans realized that they could never stand against Outbreak. Like cockroaches, monsters pouring out even after killing them. As if ridiculing the resistance of mankind, a race boasting stronger and terrifying abilities emerged. [Gates are created!] [Gates are created!] [Gates are created!] [Gates are] [generated!] From hobgoblins named orcs and trolls to undead ogres and wyverns. It was the higher race of the monsters he had dealt with while conquering the Tower of Trials. As a result, humanity faced an unprecedented crisis. Its becauserge guilds have copsed and the dead person corporation has be an apocalypse that has disappeared. Kleurrruck. Except for a low growl, there was a suffocating silence. Everyone broke into a cold sweat and prayed that the orcs would pass by pretending not to know this ce. however. Praying for luck doesnt work in reality. Quaang Kwajik! Quadduk! The ive mercilessly broke through the iron floor. The Immortal Orcs, whose sense of smell was so sensitive, were not opponents that could be fooled no matter how much the smell was removed. Aaaagh! Even run away! Where are they all lined up outside telling me to run away? Damn it! I didnte here in the first ce. People in despair screamed. There is nowhere to escape. It was originally a basement with only one entrance. The orcs who hadpletely smashed the door and came down drool. Kreureu. kill half of them, eat them here, and take the other half as prisoners. All right. The Immortal Orc, who received themand, threw the ive at once. Buuuung Perk! A ive stuck in the back of a man struggling to survive. Cool Luck? The man who had been staring nkly at the weapon protruding from his chest copsed. The orc approached the man who was struggling with blood bubbles, drew his sword and began to strike like mad. Fuck! puck! puck! It continues until it ispletely muddy and its shape is unrecognizable. It is a bluff that if you run away or resist, you will be made in the same way. This is the meat of the bay. Ill devour this number. Orcs rushed at the corpse in an instant. Wooddeuk. munching. An eerie sound of flesh ripping and bones shattering resounded. The cold, frozen air. I cant even think of running away. All everyone could do was hope that they would live one second longer as prisoners rather than being prey here right now. But just then Whoops! [The rift has been destroyed.] [The space continues.] The air has started to crack like a tortoise shell. at the same time. Great! A group of men and women returned to the present world. *** Whew. You are finally back. The man standing at the front brushed off the blood and dust all over his body. It didnt make sense, as if he had gone in and out of the chimney. The rest of the humans were just as groggy. Kreuk Are they new humans? The Immortal Orcs pupils narrowed. At this time, it is getting more and more difficult to save humans as all kinds of races are eager to hunt humans. New prey and ves were always wee. Kill. Kreuk! At one word from the captain, the ive cut through the air again. The des rushed right at the neck, creating a terrifying puncture. Kaaang! But this time, instead of the sound of flesh being cut, a sharp metallic sound followed. Hoo. Blocked? This isnt even the capital of humans, so Id have thought there would still be some decently useful ones out there. No, its because hes weak. Ha ha ha! Taro-chwi. To think he couldnt kill one insignificant human at once. It is the shame of a warrior. Where do you go further? human. A very fresh guy got caught after a long time. The orcs who were watching burst intoughter. I was bored of killing the guys who kept running away, but after a long time, a fun prey was caught. This weak human being put me to shame? The orc called Tarochwi revealed his thick fangs. Cuckoo coo! [The Immortal Orc activates Warriors Tattoo!] Magical power equivalent to that of a named ss on quite a few floors. The weight of the ive increased dozens of times with the swollen arm muscles. On top of that, the ive made of fortune iron should be able to exert the same power without an aura de. What even seasoned knights couldnt do was the Immortal Orcs. Kagagak! Sparks flew between des and des. Even if this is blocked, it is not blocked. At that time , I even felt the tenacity to cut the opponent down with the whole weapon . Hmm. Now all the orcs are attacking me. The contractor must have looked very funny because he had been away for a few days. The silver-haired girl who was watching the fightughed. Thats right. I was going to go through all the hard work of being a high school student in a strange ce, take a hot shower, and eat sweet mint chocte Jeop. The man also lightly put magic on the dagger that was slowly being pushed back. the color of the de. turned dark red That moment. Kuh rrruk? Awesome! The orcs upper body slowly copsed. Red droplets of blood formed along the misaligned parts. The ive made of meteoric iron was also cut in half neatly. Still, being inside the barrier he created wasnt just a loss. Jinhyuk brushed off the blood on the de. It was a time when I was confined, but I was able to get some pretty useful information and clues thanks to it. What did he n and how will he move? and. More than anything, how to target a guy who likes games. [The subspace inventory is open.] In Jinhyeoks hand, the dragon killing sword Balmung was squeezed. Immortal Orcs are often seen in the middleyer It wouldnt be bad to warm up. I already had a few things to ask, and that went very well. You are so full of confidence that you cut down a warrior. I know youre quite strong, but what are you going to do with just that number? The captain of the Immortal Orc took out a horn made of skulls from within. [Commander Immortal Orc used the special skill Call of the Tribe!] The green light wave spread widely. It is trying to summon all nearby tribe members. thud! thud! thud! An earth-shaking sound was heard simultaneously. The fear of the Orcs lies in the quantity offensive thates from overwhelming numbers rather than individualbat power. Now what are you going to do? I have a special thought of making you a ve if you pray for my life. Of course, it would be after being tortured right before death as a military reward. A fishy re rose from the eyes of the orcs. As if he was dying to enjoy the terrified Jin-hyeok to the fullest. Jinhyeok put the tip of his greatsword on the floor and slowly moved. Thats it The tip of the knife gnawed the ground. Hey. Its nice that you have the same thoughts as me. I n to do something simr with this one. Of course, theres no guarantee that hell be alive after all the information is taken out. Chapter 606 Episode 606. Burning World (3) Immortal Orcs living in the middle of the tower. The fighting power of each individual was also very good, but the magic and engraving that had been inherited for a long time was the driving force that made this tribe transcend the category of okra. A predator that preys onrge monsters in the middleyer and proudly dismisses them. That is the status that Immortal Orcs enjoy. Even thousands of Immortal Orcs were reluctant to directly deal with even the giant forces. If thats the case To think that a human being who is only a mere prey is attacking. Thats a ridiculous number to count on your fingers. thud! thud! thud! thud! The earth-shaking sound grew louder and louder. Koooooo! Kreur! Orcs who were hunting here and there appeared. Dozens, hundreds and thousands. The orcs densely filling the ruins reminded me of a huge legion. Can you hear me? Already up there, many of your own people have gathered to gnaw you alive. If its this much difference, its rather a problem that there arent a few items to eat. It was crowded with people. I roughly knew that there would be an uproar because of the Outbreak, but I guess the rank up was quicker than expected? Itll bother you. Jinhyeok sensed the sound of footsteps from above. A considerable force is an army that can be wiped out overnight. Youre still taking it easy. Well, we caught and ate all the rankers you brag about or whatever, but since we just got through the gate and came this way, you probably dont know. The captain of the orc lightly swung the ive. The de made of meteorite lightly cut through the ground as if cutting a radish. Cuckoo! Cuckoo! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! The broken fragments fell, revealing the outside of the building. A number of Orcs hadpleted the square there. It is so perfect that not even a single ant can escape. Chwiiik! Did you use the horn to hunt down guys under 50? Theres nothing to tear off this one. I was expecting it to be eaten after all. He was so arrogant that he needed the help of great warriors. Please understand. Hoo. If thats the case, you should eat slowly, starting with the tips of your limbs. So that I can figure out the subject. The head is mine. The Orcs, who casually uttered cruel words, gradually raised their spirits. I support the warriors. If there are humans who use magic, its annoying, so neutralize them thoroughly first. Shamans cast various spells. A myriad of natural magic appeared above the ck magic circle. water fire lightning. soil. These are high level magics of at least Circle 6 or higher. That moment. Something subtle was summoned above Jinhyeoks head. What is that? An orc pointed to Jinhyeoks head. *** [The Crown of Doom is summoned!] The holy relic that symbolizes the absolute ruler of the tower is in perfect shape. At the same time, dark red magic began to gather in the hand holding the balmung. Cuckoo coo! It is a vicious and ominous aura. creepy What is that? This energy Its ridiculous. It cant be. Theughter disappeared from the faces of theughing orcs. overwhelming disparity. No more predators thinking about how to make their opponents suffer as much as possible. Instead, there are only prey that have be mice standing in front of a giant snake. Dont be afraid of that. I had to do that! Perpuck! The upper body of the orcmander who had managed to raise his voice disappeared. Due to the shock wave, dozens of orcs behind him also disappeared as a handful of blood. Magical density enough to disintegrate the body into molecules. I couldnt even guess how powerful the magic was. Its a monster. The instincts of the Orcs sent the highest level of alertness. You should never fight that person. Run run away! Everyone get out of here! The mightiest warrior of the thousands roared at his throat. Running away was the only way to save even a single member of the tribe. Hey! Get out of the way! Get out of the way! I am first! The orcs, who came to their senses btedly, threw away their weapons and armor and started running. You dont have to have any sympathy. Wipe it all away. Jinhyeok gave a briefmand. i get it. Dont do that. I will finish quickly. Each member infused magic into their weapons. [Cheon Yoo-seong activates Sword Song.] [Ellis draws out Blood Spears.] [Teresa uses Angels Song.] Slowly! Pupper puck! Kwaaang! Sword light shed, and bloody skewers and dazzling crosses struck the ground. Because even a ray of mercy was lost in their hands, the orcs damage was beyond imagination. Even Teresa had no hesitation in taking her own life. had to change. While living in the barrier between the operator and the man above it. This is because the Goinmul Corporation had to stand on the edge of life and death every day. After surviving in the endless wave of monsters, killing something became a natural thing. Perhaps this is also what he was aiming for. I know why. Fun and exciting. It must have been something the Absolute, feeling bored and bored, did to find a new stimulus. good. If you want a peripheral stimtion that makes your flesh tremble, it will suit you as much as you like. I will make you bitterly regret giving us the opportunity to grow. Dealing with these orcs was the first gateway to that. Lets see how much Ive grown. Quaang! Four ancient magic circles appeared around Jinhyeok, who jumped out of his seat. Dazzling high-circle magic was fired from apletely open space due to Triple Magic and Barrier. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah Kwah! Aagh! Queueek! As the entire building was engulfed in mes, the bodies of the orcs began to burn alive. The acrid smell of burning flesh stung my nostrils. A short distance away, the bodies of the orcs who had been hit by cial shaping froze at high speed. Of course, the slow Orcs were good game that could be easily cooked. Skills continued smoothly. [The unique holynce 8 Swamps is activated!] Green clouds of different saturation spread from Jinhyeoks fingertips. Cheeik! Deadly poison that rots flesh in the blink of an eye was perfect for genocide. If they hadnt thrown away their armor made of meteoric iron, their chances of survival would have been much higher, but the orcs, who had already let go of the strings of reason, didnt have that thought left. Over a thousand orcs lost their lives trapped in the swamp. It wont be long before you can take care of everything else. But just then Kwaaang! Green mes exploded from Jinhyuks side. Kuk! Looking at the broken barrier, Jinhyeok frowned. Unlike ordinary shamans, he is a 10th circle magician. Smoke billowed from the newly formed magic circle, as if it had just been teleportation. elder. Among the Immortal Orcs, the most powerful one appeared. And the fact that he appeared Kreureu Hes strong. While protecting the elder, I put as much pressure on the one wearing the crown as possible. Hes a guy worth hunting after a long time. It means that the strongest warriors of the tribe, the bodyguards, are also together. A total of five numbers. One Elder and five Orcs participated in the battle. fault! Took! The guards, who galloped with light movements, aimed at Jinhyeok from different directions. The red aura on the ck ive burned like the sun. almost the same moment. [The elder Medmash activates his unique ability re Horizon!] 7 fireballs rotated clockwise from the staff the elder held. It is a me magic that can produce power close to that of a breath at the cost of a long casting time. The range was also considerable, so I didnt know what variables would be created if I let it shoot. Kang Jin-hyuk! I know. At Chun Yu-seongs cry, Jin-hyeok activated Sword Grave. The herbivorous food of the different chuhon swords was merged into one. The swords that understood each other through countless repetitions were already in the process of drawing out the optimal sword path. Koooooo! The SS approached within 3m. If you cant even deal with the elder with one sword, re Horizon will erupt. I had to create the strongest swordsmanship. A little more The 11th Sik. Five ives flew from the blind spot. 1 second at most. After that time, the de will touch your neck. Just a little more The hand that held Balmung rxed. A light curve was drawn using the weight of the sword rather than a strong swing. now! Two swords unified. Two swords merged into one. Crossed sword strikes flew like a storm. At such a speed that you cant even recognize how youve been hit. The SS, swept away by the storm, split into dozens of pieces and disappeared. !? The elder who was casting from behind widened his eyes. It was because he did not expect that all the guards would die at once. But fortunately, thanks to the SS, the power of the sword has decreased by several levels. Kwadeuk! The soul sword shattered the elders shield. But it was just there. This is my victory! After casting, the elder fired a breath. Except for the slightly reduced power, everything is a perfect attack. only one. Except that there are beings who can use far more powerful skills in a shorter amount of time. [Ellis activates her unique ability Blood Lord C Lord of the ck Night!] Pupper pup pup! Spikes piled up in a red whirlwind pierced the green mes. The skewer, which stretched out without hesitation, pierced the sky in the blink of an eye and disappeared into the sky on the other side. Not only the weak remaining shield, but also the elder who shot the breath was pierced. with it. All the means by which the Orcs could survive had disappeared. *** same time. A subtle magical energy swayed in the Awakened Association, one of thest strongholds in Korea. Finally Unknown, who had been waiting with his senses on edge, opened his eyes. The moment youve been waiting for has finally arrived. Seeding in escaping from the barrier thats amazing. Its like the expectation he said. In a way, its admirable. I never thought everyone would survive in that terrible ce. It was worthwhile to prepare thoroughly for the past five days just in case. Isnt that right, president of the association? Unknown nodded to Han Sang-jin, who was standing next to him. youre right. really I think its great. Han Sang-jin nodded slowly. Han Sang-jin, who had already been stigmatized for being married, was forced to absolutely obey Unknowns orders. An enemy who gave real information and slowly built up trust, then took everything at once. Now I know who the real one is, but its toote. Because everything in the association fell into Unknowns hands. One of the painful results was maximizing the damage of Outbreak by distributing power very skillfully. Slowly prepare for the final stage. The actors are all equipped. The publics dissatisfaction has reached the maximum, so it will be easy to deal with Kang Jin-hyuk and thete In-mul Corporation. Even monsters caused by Outbreak. Even the survivors who survived the apocalypse. Even yers and Awoken. Everyone will be a de aimed at Jinhyeoks neck. Unknown turned to the camera. In the broadcasting room set up for live broadcasting, all preparations for thest episode werepleted. Chapter 607 Episode 607. Battle of Covenant (1) While Unknown is appealing to the world through broadcasting. Jinhyeok also enjoyed a small hobby. [Recording begins.] Tada! ViewTuber friends! Today is a fun experiment time with Jinhyeok, a freaking mukbang! As guests, we decided to have green-skinned yokai friends. Jinhyuk smiled broadly and waved his hand toward the camera. Its a bit like broadcasting in a post-apocalyptic atmosphere, but please understand. If you do not upload a video to the Tower of Trials for more than a month, the broadcast will be permanently suspended. Quaaaaagh! Kill me! The Immortal Orcs screamed at their throats. I felt like I was going to burn from my throat to my esophagus in a terrible pain I had never experienced before. Hmm. Jinhyeok added some seasonings to the boiling pot. Plenty of wasabi, mint chocte, and canary fish sauce. Pew! Purple smoke billowed out. A skull shape appeared on top of the unknown liquid. In addition, 5 freshly caught gourds from the previous road and even thick cockroaches were added. Watching him move his arms and legs hard to survive, it felt like he was about to jump around in his mouth. That should be enough. Jinhyeok scooped up adle full of liquid. Lets see. Who wants to eat the best? Since these Orcs are good eaters, you should be able to feed them to their fullest. Jinhyeok took adle and walked slowly in front of the orcs. Everyone trembled and waited for the moment that they would not be chosen. However, no matter how desperately someone tries, someone has no choice but to be a victim. Ughhhhhhhhhhh! Queueek! Kuluk gulp guruk gulp! In the end, one poor orc had to taste the dish made by Jinhyeok with a bite of crab foam. Continue until the floor is empty. Glimmer! The gooey food went down my throat. Next, Jinhyeok sprinkled the seasoned salt that he had brought directly from the mart to the wound. Wow! shing Stars shed in both eyes. As the salt dissolved in the wound, an unbearable pang of pain prated into the brain. The orc twisted his entire body as if he were sitting in an electric chair. Are you not going to talk about it? huh? Even like this? In order to elerate the activation of the covenant, there must be a ce with a specific device. It is urgent to find out. Because they are high-ranking Orcs, they have quite a pulpit. Even so, from Jims point of view, its just cute. But is it okay to torture a foolish saintess like that, saying that she is a saintess by name? Elise looked at Theresa, who was eagerly stabbing the orcs with a cross. Teresa smiled brightly as she brushed off the blood on the cross. Its okay because its about saving people. When I saw the pure white saintess covered in blood, I got goosebumps. Even though it was true, it felt creepy. Lets not say its okay. Stop talking. Once you get the information, you better move quickly. The apocalypse moved too fast while we spent our time inside the barrier. Chun Youseong looked at the empty city anxiously. I never imagined that the bustling Pangyo area would look like this. But just then [yer UnKnown uses an advanced loudspeaker!] Pupperpuppung! A golden status window appeared in the air with a loud sound of firecrackers. yer Unknown. Seeing that he is leisurely doing that, it seems that the fake guy is doing well even in the apocalypse. okay. I missed you too. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. Anyway, in order to reach the operators and the guy who reigns over them, I like it or hate it, but I have to do a sword dance on the board he made. The rest of the members also stopped torturing and raised their heads. [A bounty event is activated!] [Current yer Kang Jin-hyeok is at Pangyo Station!] [If Kang Jin-hyeok is eliminated, 2 SS-grade relics, 20 top-notch magic stones, and 280 million experience points are guaranteed. .] [You will also be able to acquire all the items that Kang Jin-hyeok possesses.] [ The same level of bounty will be set for each of those who have formed a party with him.] Literally outrageous rewards. At this level, even those who are not interested will turn into murderers. It even has the cause of saving mankind, so who would turn down this opportunity? It was much more fun when I was fighting cool bosses Its very awkward to fight a guy whose hobby is to nder and nder. Still, its not just a loss. The opponent must have done this as a yer as well. Quests triggered by yers using special items alwayse at a price. Even if its the guy the management team selected, it wont be an exception. Tring! As if to say that the prediction was correct, another status window followed. [As a result of the bnce adjustment for unfavorable situations, yer Kang Jin-hyeok will be able to select one item that corresponds to the trading grade in the coin exchange.] Monster waves, operators, and even yers. It does not fit the purpose of the Tower of Trials to face a wide variety of enemies alone. It is true that the difficulty level of the tower is atrocious, but it is because I did not ask them to do the impossible. Ill put the choice on hold for a while. [The time limit for selection is 3H : 0M : 0S.] 3 hours. See the match in it. Jinhyeok smiled at the orcs. If until now it was a fun (?) sight to see and hunt as well as a broadcast [Broadcast will be adjusted to For 19 years old.] From now on, it was time to start a broadcast for adults to thoroughly win withoutughing. Hey? Chwiiik! The faces of the orcs turned into contemtion. *** 1 hourter. Numerous yers formed a long line in front of the Seoul Arts Center. This is because the bounty event was triggered along with Unknowns broadcast that Jinhyeok woulde soon. Even near the Seocho IC, military forces including the Armys 30th Mechanized Infantry Division and UDT Special Forces were on standby. and present. Large guilds in Korea, such as Dangun and Balhae Fight Abi, also mobilized all rankers and settled down near the Seoul Arts Center. Damn it. What the hell is this to think we have to bite each other while were busy climbing the tower? Lee Chang-hee of the Dangun Guild took out the alcohol from his pocket and drank it down at once. And he passed it to his colleagues next to him. Starting with a drink, everyone spoke the words they had in their hearts. They said it would take years to clean up the monsters that came out of the brakes even if this was done well. Thats the story of killing a fake in the next six hours. Even if its up to A-rank, no matter how you block it, theres no answer when the S-rank outbreak starts to appear. The nightmare of Beyrodum, an S-ss lich, wiping out raid groups in Europe still persists. It is said that after a while, such a guy could pour out in a heap. Anyway, is the unknown side okay? No matter how much the president of the association said he saw the evidence, it doesnt mean there arent unpleasant corners. The Prophet Yangban from the neighboring country sent an emergency call 10 minutes ago. Think again. Takeshi from the Japanese Samurai Guild. The ranker, who is also famous for seeing the future, has continued to appeal to Jinhyeoks innocence. Thanks to this, Japan was also the only one in the world who was not supporting Jinhyeok and the rest of the deceased corporation members who were not Unknown. The atmosphere got dark. Because everyone wasnt sure what was the right answer. It was then. Stop thinking useless things and think about how to kill him. Dont you know how many options we have anyway? Foreign yers with brown skin approached. It was Dashmuk, an Indian ranker. Deshmuk, muscr and short-haired, carried an ax over his shoulder that was well over his height. Go. Those who received the protection of the heavenly world somehowpletely erased the past that had fallen and seeded in revival. In other words, based on the enormous amount of holy relics in mythology, each individuals specs were raised several times. Moreover, since Han Sang-jin was treating world-ss rankers as VIPs, it was hard for even the Dangun guild to ignore those words. If we trusted Unknown too much, we could be defeated. If its just dragging the time until it bes a covenant You dont have to worry about that. The one who has been framed will definitely appear here to clear his name. Besides Deshmuks mouth curled up slightly. Right now, all we need is the information Unknown has. All you have to do is pretend to follow me and kill them both. Lee Chang-hee kept his mouth shut. Because nothing was wrong. Then at least we are the recruits for yer Kang Jin-hyeok Just then, Lee Chang-hee was about to continue. Whoops! A bright light shed from the side. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! An extremely hot and dazzling light hit everyones eyeballs. Aaaagh! Quaaaaa! My eyes! I cant see ahead!! Screams erupted from everywhere. There was also an exmation that was enough to cover up all the screams for a moment. e! Its Kang Jin-hyuk! The only person who can prevent all these tragedies has appeared. Rankers from each country flocked like bees to the ce where the sound came from. ??? This is so It was crowded. Jinhyuk scratched his head. Literally, the sight of the worlds best rankers gathered in one ce was something that was hard to see even in the Tower. Among them, the most notable ones were As expected, the Indian leeches, who could be said to be the most picky in this battle. Are you sure you dont intend to be captured? Kumar, the leader of the Gandhara Guild, stood at the forefront. You guys really dont intend to get out of the way, do you? If only Unknown was killed, the matter would be finished cleanly, right? It cant be. From the circumstances so far, its much more likely that youre fake. Sreung! Kumar extended his bizarre curved sword. A fight seemed inevitable. of course. He had no desire to avoid a fight. Ive been trying so hard to save people but the price is pretty low. At this point, I think it might be better for the covenant to happen. Its a dark-headed beast thatpletely forgets the favors of the past when its full. Seeing the humans holding knives now, disgust rose to the throat. At the same time, my eyes cooled. If you stop, I will cut you. Because it seems like we both have no time. If you think about Nirasha, it is a big mistake. In the meantime to pay for that humiliation Kwaaang! A long sword aimed at Kumars neck as he spoke. However, just before the de pierced his throat, Deshmuk and Antia, who were waiting on both sides, crossed their weapons to block the attack. Do you really want to kill me? Its a terrifying power. Cuckoo Cuckoo! des collided with des, and tremendous magic power surged. About 27 hours remain before the covenant fully takes ce. like that. Dont be vignt. Hes the best monster in existence. The battle for the survival of mankind has begun. Chapter 608 Chapter 608. Battle of the Covenant (2) The 17th floor of the basement of the Awakened Association. In the deepest part, which boasts the highest security, Unknown was looking at the screen with interest. Its finally starting. As the yers and the Remains Corporation engaged in an all-out war, an irreversible river was crossed. This means that the game of chicken has begun, where you have to bite each other until one of you is crushed. Standing next to Unknown was an old man and a woman who had previously appeared in Signiel. An old man who worked under the nickname jjy77 and a woman who worked under the name 1 person 2 chicken. Hmm. Still, its easy to move thanks to the roasting and boiling of the president of the association. Who is it? It would have been more convenient if we had gone on a human-to-human basis like this right away. jj and the 2 chickens slowly looked around the inside of the association. All battles were vividly conveyed on the screen reflected on the screen. As amander who has to give orders, he has an overwhelming advantage in information. It must be because you entrust the work to stupid primeval beings who have only power. Well, actually, my masters thrill-seeking personality probably yed a big part. Well, if he had started from the beginning, it would have been a simple matter. jj stroked his beard and nodded. The authority of the man they witnessed reached a state where even the operators could not interfere. The imagination that Jinhyeok, who was still attacking the 30th floor, would win did not lift his fingernails. by the way. Are you ready for the other side? The humans will try to kill you as soon as they get rid of Kang Jin-hyeok. you know? If the covenant continues even after the real one dies, all yers will start targeting Unknown. At that time, this sturdy structure will also be transformed into a prison with no escape routes, not defenses. Most of all, with a body that is loaded with various restraints and self-destruct magic even if he had the ability of Jinhyeok, it was not easy. If you expect our help, that will be difficult. Ive already moved outside the tower beyond the permissible limit, including system maniption. You dont have to worry about that part. I already have something in mind. Unknown slowly opened his palm. Whoops! The subspace opened and purple ore protruded. Could that be? An earthquake urred in jjs pupil. It was because he knew exactly the identity of the ore. I knew from the beginning what the worms were thinking. The surface of the ore cracked. At the same time, a wave of tremendous magic power spread. Wow! There was a series of shocks that caused the entire underground to vibrate. [The S-level gate is open!] [The S-level gate is open!] [The S-level gate is open!] [The A-level gate is] [is open!] Countless status windows are pouring out. There was no end in sight. Yeongdeungpo. Apgujeong. abrasion. Gangnam and Cheonho. In the first ce, he had no intention of saving the humans gathered here. The n was to put all the annoying bugs in one ce and then eradicate them all at once. Now lets kill each other and kill each other. no winners. A ball of death was held where only one person had to care about their own survival. *** Bibi Big! Beep Big! The magic detection device inside the association rang like mad. Why is this like this? It makes no sense I cant help but wonder if the machine is broken. The number and size of the red dots disyed on the screen werepletely crushing the existing data. A whopping thirty-seven. The estimated level A or higher gates urred simultaneously in less than a minute. In particr, only four S-level gates appeared around the Seoul Arts Center. Crunchy! distorted cracks. What came out of it were beings that could be described as the worst nightmare. The ck robed grand mage who appeared first waved his staff. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Hundreds of elves walked out of the gate as the turquoise jewel burned fiercely. They are not generally elves who love forests and nature. Fallen ones who forsook their oath for the sake of strength. He has mastered spirit magic, archery, and ck magic. Thebatants who have been given the title of Crawl are the great mages family. ck! Moths ached from being confined in that damnbyrinth, but how long has this been outside air! The 36th floor of the Tower of Trials. The great mage Apermang who was sealed in thebyrinth Temple of Light burst into cheers. After hundreds of years of not having a proper taste of blood, the opportunity to run amok has finally arrived. It wont be easy I guess. To think I had to deal with a monster like that at this timing Rankers from the US Titan Guild and Shinhwa Guild bit their teeth. Heavy magical power transmitted through the skin. I didnt know if I made a mistake, I might end up burying all the bones in a faraway ce. same time. A gate also appeared at Seocho IC, where a mechanized infantry division was waiting. Thats it! Imoogi with five heads. Although he did not ascend to heaven as a dragon, thanks to having lived for over a thousand years, his magic power easily surpassed S-ss. The sky parted and long, huge shadows cast over the clouds. Squadmander! Shoot La! It means pouring all the bullets you have right now! Koreas main tank, the K2 ck Panther, took aim at the Imoogi in unison. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Pew! Fire erupted from more than a hundred guns. He was equipped with a special bullet infused with magical energy so that it could be used even by beings in the tower. but. Stand tall! Just before the shells hit the Imoogi, a powerful telekinesis was activated. The cannonballs that had been spreading without hesitation stopped on the spot. I also looked at the ce where the shell had slowly turned for a moment. Damaged! I screamed, but it was toote. No matter how maneuverable it was, a heavy tank could not avoid shells. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! Carpet bombardments hit areas where tanks were concentrated. The highway turned into an inferno as it was. Aaaagh! Aaaagh! It was difficult to estimate the number of soldiers burned alive. But the nightmare has only just begun. Crunchy! Kiruru Chwiiit! Kwadeuk! The offerings are overflowing! The gates and senior bosses that continued to appear enjoyed freedom and were eager to ughter. *** Damn it! Lee Chang-hee spat out curse words. Gates that appeared out of nowhere caused the yers to get out of control. Because the initial response was missed, the damage was growing out of control. The top priority is to prevent the gate from openingpletely right now. That was a normal response in the protocol. but. Its a story when it was an ordinary situation. The priority now was to root out the root cause of all this. Even if everything was reduced to ashes by S-ss monsters. It was the same with the Gandhara Guild that was nervous. The medicine had risen sharply as he procrastinated while running between the buildings. Kumar red at Jinhyeok from the front. Heroes of mankind and all, they pretended to be proud. In the moment of crisis, you are too busy to care about your own life. Dont you guys not know that the more you fight, the more innocent people die? what? Even at this moment, the number of gates is increasing and the civilian damage is growing exponentially. Things will only get worse until you kill the fake. If this nightmare continues, do you have any intention of sacrificing your own life to save everyone? What kind of absurd remarks do you guys even have a conscience? Teresa, who couldnt see it, shouted. Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min also failed to manage their facial expressions. It was Ellis who was furious the most. Kwaaang! Red magic power was released all at once. An iparable life force engulfed the entire road from when I was attacked earlier. You say that you have a pierced mouth. Without the contractor, the human race you cherish would have gone extinct long ago. The premise is that you have to advance to the next level within 90 days. The only person who made that possible was Jinhyeok. However, I dont know grace, so Im going to have a good time. Its a bullshit thats hard to say even if youre shy. However, Jinhyeok did not show any reaction. When there is expectation, there must be disappointment. From the first time I did BJ. No, maybe from the beginning I might have expected this situation. Because it is human nature to exploit someone and trample on others mercilessly for ones own gain. okay. It felt like this. Now, just a little bit, I started to understand the path Kang Jin-hyeok had walked. Jinhyuk slowly put his hand on his face. This should be enough to earn time. I felt like I couldnt stand the tantrum to listen to the bullshit anymore. [Infamyeongu is released.] You, you? Kumar opened his mouth like a crucian carp. Of course, the person I thought of as Jinhyeok was apletely different person. Its a pity, but there is no deceased person like that leech here. Chun Yoo-seong brushed off the skin on his face. To capture the opponents king after focusing all eyes on this side. That was the goal Jinhyeok nned. *** Ding Ding Ding! The elevator descending at high speed stopped at the lowest floor. The door opened and Jinhyeok entered the deepest part of the association. Its quiet. As expected, most of the personnel were ced outside, not inside. Theres no way you can afford to worry about defense. [The activation time of Inherent Magical Change Candy has run out.] One of the 3 items purchased from the Coin Exchange. The only way to change the appearance was with the Infimyeongu, but if you take this candy, you can even change the unique magic wavelength that each person has. Thanks to that, I was able to put Chun Yoo-seong on the stand-in perfectly. So Jinhyeok slowly scanned the figure standing inside the screen. Are you the one whos been trying hard to get my portrait right? A yer wearing a mask and holding all of the form. I finally got to face the damn guy. This is so I never thought I could use an item among the non-tradable items in this way. This is one room. I expected you to end up here, but I thought you were half a corpse. Its not like this. Unknowns mask shook violently. Thats probablyughing. Im sorry for breaking up. I have a lot of questions about this side too, so lets not waste time useless. Hoo. You talk as if youve won as long as you can create a one-on-one situation. Pants! Red magic power rose around Unknown. It is a vicious and ominous magic. It was a different aura from any residents or deities he encountered while climbing the tower. However, Jinhyeok didnt feel intimidated in the slightest even in front of a sharp needle. Why do you think not? A cold voice. ying with a one-sided rhythm ends here. Chapter 609 Chapter 609. Battle of Covenant (3) The air became heavy and everything was enveloped in silence so that the sound of the opponents breathing could be felt right next to it. Whoops! A number of magic circles appeared around Jinhyeok. Various magics created with cial Formation and First me aimed at Unknown from different directions. Wow! The inside was filled with mes and ice powder. It was so powerful that it made me think that the whole building would be destroyed. but. Hmm. Mixing and using the skills acquired in the early days Dont you think the beginning is too light? Unknown shrugged his shoulders as if nothing was wrong. [The Geomma Celestial Treasure is activated!] Hide your presence and hide yourself in mes and ice powder. In the blink of an eye, Jinhyeok caught Unknowns back. After tricking the eye by saying, they do a surprise attack? Its not very fresh either. Hongryeon appeared on Unknowns right hand. Trajectories that run horizontally and vertically. Kaaang! The two daggers collided in the air. The Gomb of the Sword and The Soul of the Soul unfolded at the same time, and the battle continued at an invisible speed. Since they had already reached the extreme of swordsmanship, the two shadowspletely disappeared from sight, leaving behind only afterimages. Chop! Kwak-kwa-kwa-kwang! three, five. can open We repeated predictions of predictions and reached foreknowledge, but nheless, there was not a single wound on each others bodies. Cant it be a bit sharper? Its only because of this that the wounds in my heart, which I expected so much, are too big. Unknown continued to grin. Wearing a mask cant look so nasty. You talk too much. haha. Why do you do that? Opening ones mouth in a fight is a typical characteristic of we. They naturally put the word we into the fake subject. Cuckoo coo! The surface of the dagger waspletely covered in dark red. From above below. [Unique vocalnce Down Fall is activated!] Tuqwaaang! A meteor fell like lightning. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa Kwaaaang! The ground cracked like a tortoise shell. Keugh! For the first time, Unknowns body was broken with a giyeokja. It was because he received a blow from the front that contained a terrifying life force. Seeing him kneeling on one knee and trying hard to disperse the shock as much as possible, I felt a little let down. Now its nice to see To use a down fall in such a narrow ce ignorant. If its unfair, you can use it too. If you cloned everything of me, wouldnt you be able to do that much? Its not a matter of do or dont, its that yourbat sense is the point. A green haze condensed around Unknown. The ability to melt a target down to their bones. It is perishing ten million poisons. When one of its signature abilities was activated, its interior was filled with powerful poison. It was a new kind of extreme poison made by synthesizing Hakjeonghong and neurotoxin, which I had seen several times in the midfield. Chii profit! The marble burned and the electronics inside bubbled. An atrocious situation where even breathing is not allowed. To turn expensive equipment bought with taxes into soup You dont seem to have any fighting sense, do you? Jinhyeok lightly stirred the green mist with his hand. Regarding poison, it was not so difficult to analyze and decipher the new poison, as he was already at a level that surpassed even the previous family heads of the Tang Dynasty. Chandang! The single dagger was increased to two. Barnard and Hongryeon. It was a baby weapon that had fought many battles together. Chow Chow! As expected, I have no choice but to pierce the heart myself. Simrly, Unknown also held two daggers in his hands. Pants! The tangible mana and mana ate away the space. They already knew that due to hundreds of sword dances, they couldnt kill each other in a normal way. It was the same with deviant and surprise. Then. Its just building a realm where each of them can unleash their capacity to the fullest. [Unique vocal chant] The white light shimmered and the world made up of images slowly unfolded. [Final Genesis is activated!] Ugh! My perspective haspletely changed. ??? A snowfield covered with pure white snowkes. Jinhyeok and Unknown appeared in a drearyndscape where no ones footprints were left. As long as you can raise all your potential to the limit, you will be able to take down your opponent with all your capabilities here. Jinhyeok summoned the Crown of Paedo and Crown of Speed at the same time in sub-space. [Inherent ability Fusion is activated!] The two crowns merged and a new crown appeared. !? In an instant, a crack appeared in Unknowns mask. and that moment. fault! Jinhyeok kicked his eyes and rushed. A speed close to space travel. As the daggers collided with each other, a roar echoed from the small de. Quaang! The umted snow was scattered in all directions. A series of sonic booms followed, followed by storm-like attacks. Since he was receiving the buff from the two crowns, it was no exaggeration to say that all attacks were deadly. Keugh! Unknown created dozens ofyers of obstacles using cial modeling. I needed some time to catch my breath as I was responding to the maddening sword attack. of course. There are many ways to nullify the ability. [Inherent ability Nihilism is activated] Damn it! The ice cracked open and evaporated. A sh of red shed through them. The magic bullet was fired towards Unknowns heart. Unknown activated the ancient barrier and managed to deflect the magic bullets trajectory. Chet. Jinhyeok, who clicked his tongue, activated Shadow Kill and disappeared from sight. Jinhyeok, who moved through shadows and shadows, again aimed at Unknown from a blind spot. Jinhyeok, who gave more than 10 paints in one breath, pierced Unknowns heart. The knife cut through the flesh and dug deep into it. Fu-wook! Bones break and blood spurts. However, the expression of Jinhyeok, who seeded in the fatal wound, was not so good. Did you avoid a vital point in the middle of that? Ku-k-k-k! Oh, this hurts so badly. No matter how important it is toe back to life, how many times have you repeated this? If you dont die instantly, you cane back to life Blessing of the Stars. The power of resurrection gave Unknown a second chance. While Unknown was coughing up blood, he used the trap he had prepared. Again! again! The drops of blood became a medium, and a huge six-pointed star rose on the floor. An ancient barrier that has the effect of space restraint. The fact that he dared to use the Ancient Barrier among several skills to defend against the Red Magic Bullet a while ago was all preparations for the present. In terms of time, about 10 seconds. However, it was difficult even for 3 seconds to hold on to Jinhyeok, who was transferred to a barrier. Thats enough. Not enough. [Unique Holy Spear Maester C Hell Buster is activated!] Red coordinates were stamped on the floor. It is a unique spear for killing people that summons satellites and evaporates about 5 square meters. A characteristic that greatly increases power and duration as the range is reduced. If this is the case, neither 1 second invincibility nor the protection of the stars will be of any use. Unknown clicked his middle finger and thumb. Right away. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Red mes rained down from the sky. A red line appeared in the pure white world. The hellfire-like cmity melted all the eyes around. Whoops Kwah Kwah Kwah Kwah! 3 seconds passed like eternity. A thickyer of steam and lukewarm air enveloped his body. If this is the case, even the toughest guy will not be able to withstand it. I thought so. that buck Jinhyeok came through the heat wave. From the opponents point of view, it feels like seeing a demoning from hell. Its beyond my imagination. Unknown licked his lips bitterly. I already knew that Jinhyeok was strong. Even so, victory was assured because there were so many cards prepared. However, it was so painful to not expect that he would use Chun Yoo-seong as bait instead and attack the main camp. At least I need more time. In just 1 hour no, 30 minutes, I was able topletely absorb Jin-hyeoks ability and achieve the same number. If this ability boils down like that, the one who can utilize the power of humanity will have an overwhelming advantage. What follows is simply a race against time. The problem is that it is impossible to go beyond Jinhyeok at this point, when synchronization has not beenpleted yet. Unknown kept his mouth shut. My pride was hurt, but I cant help it now that its like this. [Unique voice chant Final Genesis is unlocked.] The world of images has been unlocked. Why dont you fight more? Or did you just keep messing around and now you realize you cant do it? Im not in a state to fightpletely yet Id like to say something like that. Even if you die, you wont admit that you lost. Well, Ill finish making excuses in hell or not. Thanks to the 1:1, there was quite a lot of time left before the covenant was activated. My co-workers outside are still holding up well, so the job has beenpleted quite easily. Jinhyeok took out the Spirit of Frost topletely suffocate Unknown. Rule ofw! The cold energy of absolute zero formed at the tip of the spear. Hmm. I understand that you think youve got all the wins, but I havent even gotten to the right hand yet. This is just a prelude to greetings. The game didnt even start. [yer Unknown has used the special item Eternal Belief String.] [Operators unique holynce Mental Subordination is activated!] A higher level of Belief Connecter that can summon allies from previously limited floors. version item. And the special ability to obey S-ss boss-level monsters was activated. Now, lets raise the te. Unknowns mask was dyed red. ??? Puffer Puppuck! Pooh! [The Book of Revtion, Blood Rain is activated!] Thousands of skewers poured down like heavy rain. Quaaaaagh! Aagh! Even the high elves with the title of Kroll could not withstand the awakened Alices attacks. That god damned ancestor Only the great mage, Apermang, was there to avoid annihtion. A short gap created after arge workshop came and went. Elise, who was sweeping away the elves, calmed down her rough breathing. Ha ha ha . I had no choice but to do it because I was trying to deal with an overwhelming number of enemies with a small number of people. still It wasnt too long now. This is because the enemys power was further dispersed as the fact that Jinhyeok went down to catch Unknown was known. The rest of the members also yed a role in doing more than their respective roles. If youre a contractor, youll end the fight before the stupid humans go down. Then there is no reason to be mistaken for fake anymore. The risk of jeopardizing everything due to the covenant will also disappear. If thats right Ugh! Suddenly, an unusual energy emanated from below. It was a little different from Jinhyeoks magic that he had grown ustomed to after spending years together. An unpleasant and sticky aura. What is itthat ominous light? An earthquake urred in Alices pupils. Something strange happened. very big too. Chapter 610 Episode 610. Battle of Covenant (4) A battle thatsted for about an hour. As a result, 12rge raiding parties of more than 100 people were wiped out, and more than 10,000 soldiers, including a mechanized infantry division, lost their lives. Thanks to everyone working together, we managed to keep the S-ss bosses on their feet, but the bnce that was barely maintained copsed at this moment. Haha Does this make sense? Theres a certain level of driving This is too much. The yers murmured with dejected expressions. A huge hole created by a crack in the Tower of Trials. [ The boundary between the tower and reality is blurred.] [The dimension continues.] [Apocalypse Covenant C First Impact is activated!] A phenomenon that urs only when special conditions are met. The boss monsters of the second half of the 30th floor and the ruins andbyrinths they inhabit were grafted into the real world as they were. Pants! Pachichik! ck and red sparks rose and buildings were smashed like toothpicks. A structure beyond imagination appeared in its entirety in the middle of Seoul. [The 38th-floor ruins Airborne Fortress is manifesting!] [39th-floorbyrinth ck Wolf Cave is manifesting!] Even with all the elite members of therge guild, they have not been able to clear even the basic dungeons in the second half of the 30th floor. Its just that Jinhyeok climbs at such a high speed that he can only attack the stairs quickly. It means that individual skills cannot keep up with that much. However, ruins andbyrinths that can be said to be the end of the stairs appeared. Its like asking to die. In particr, thebyrinth ck Wolf Cave on the 39th floor was a very familiar name to someone. a ck wolf. Alice slowly chewed on the name of thebyrinth. The evil rtionship is as deep as it is terrible. It was a rtionship that had been fighting over territory with the vampires for a long time. In particr, purebloods with red eyes who freely wielded a pair of curved swords, even if they were true ancestors, were hard to think of. Chun Yoo-seong and Teresa also sensed an unusual magical power. My back hurts. Has the damned old man failed? I dont think Jin-hyeok would have suffered but it seems that things got messed up. If you consider that it takes a huge number of people and sacrifices to clear even one floor. Having to deal with several floors at the same time was not an area that could be measured simply with numbers. Chun Youseong, who was holding the sword firmly with both hands, let go of the strength in his hands. Then he looked at the opponent he was fighting just before. How can you do you think its time for us to fight each other? If you had a brain, you would know which one is fake, right? Lee Chang-hees face crumpled. Certainly If Jinhyeok was a fake, there would be no reason to use a card that could cause an outbreak on another floor. I didnt have to drag it on like this, but I would have used it right away when I first got suspicious. Because it was powerful enough to wipe out the entire human race. In addition to that, there were a couple of things that made me suspicious of Han Sang-jin, who hadnt shown up for a long time, or strangely, the cooperative Gandhara Guild with Unknown. It felt like the thick fog was clearing as I took a step back from the brainwashing of the press. Still its impossible to determine the authenticity with just that. If urate evidence does note out Its absurd to have evidence when everyone looks like theyre going to die. If youre a yer too, dont be swayed, follow your own intuition. There is no time. There is also no evidence to be sure. At the point ofpeting for 1 minute and 1 second, the only thing you can trust is yourself. Right then. Cuckoo coo! The entrance to thebyrinth has been opened. The growl of the beast resounded from the gigantic den, about 10 meters high. that buck that buck somethinges Kurereuk. Greureuk. ck rake and red eyes. Kakakakak! ck wolves holding a pair of curved swords came forward, dragging them on the floor. It smelled of prey. The ck wolf, thergest among them, bared its fangs at Ellis. Its been a while, Alice von Ataraxia. A long scar along one side of his face. Only one red eye remained. Raktak. I still cant sleep well at night because of the sore eyes I got from you. I heard that most of the abominable canine family members are dead Ill cut off the bloodline of that miserable race that few remain. Sreung! The curved sword engraved with various curses pointed forward. In the past, in thete 30th floor, the two races had been fighting for territory for thousands of years. After dying and killing, now only hatred is left in reality. If possible I didnt want to fight in such an urgent situation. Can not help it. It was because they had to get rid of all the beings that were a threat to the contractor. You will make me regret not being stuck in that dungeon. Foolish beast. Elise also pulled out a rapier with a pair of wings spread out. * Same time. The sky parted, revealing a massive fortress several kilometers across. A floating fortress that can freely move around the 38th floor of the tower. The floating city, whose ruins themselves are the boss monster, let out a bizarre resonant sound. Chunk! Chunk! The magic turrets hidden all over the city were loaded with magic bullets. A dazzling light began to condense in the crystal ball. Looking at the new enemies, Lee Chang-hee bit his mrs. Numerous conflicts were buried in theplex mind. How many seconds had passed like that? From now on, we will cooperate with the Goinmul Corporation. Unexpected words came out of Lee Chang-hees mouth. It was a direct vition of the guidelines of the Dangun Guild. yes? Ha, but the engineering chief? I take responsibility. Gather the elder Yoo Chun-young and other helpers who cooperate with the yer Kang Jin-hyeok to block the fortress. Its because Im suppressed by the trend. There were still forces that supported the Goinmul Corporation. The same was true of Yoo Chun-yeong, who was imprisoned just in case, and Min Jeong-woo and Lee Yu-ri, who were captured by the Gandara guild. shit. If you be unemployed by chance, do you have to open a shopter? Do you know how expensive my ransom is? I am a cafe. Cheongdam or Seongsu. Jieun Lee and Kyuha Choi. The brother and sister ranker of the Dangun guild sighed deeply and stood next to Lee Chang-hee. I think well have a fight against Gandhara too. One of the main tanks of the Dangun Guild, Lee Ki-joon, also picked up a huge battle hammer and shield. Due to the nature of those who have trusted the chief of engineering for a long time, they intended to silently follow the decision made by Chang-hee Lee. Time will be ours. You guys somehow stop that damned apocalypse. I will do my best. Chun Youseong once again firmly gripped the sword with both hands. A variable created in the worst-case scenario. From now on, its a battle of who moves faster. ??? You yed a very funny prank. Jinhyeok looked at the bosses who appeared in reality. I knew Unknown would have several hidden cards, but I didnt expect that he woulde to see the bosses of thete 30th floor all at once. Because it is known that it is almost impossible to make a high-ranking item of the string connecting beliefs. In fact, even when approaching the top of the tower in the past, Jinhyeok also gave up on making that item because it required too many material items. however. Youll see it for yourself. It seems that this is possible It was when I was thinking about that. Whoops! Along with the bright light, several figures moved in space around Unknown. They were the rankers of Gandhara, Kumar, Deshmuk, Kazal, and Antia. Awesome. Did youe all the way here? It seems that Unknown-nim also gathered a lot. Enough to call us all. So lets fight together with us right now. no. Id rather not have eyes to see, and personally, I think this is better. The four yers, who are receiving the protection of the guiding gods, acted leisurely as if they had foreseen this situation. Did you fall for Unknown from the beginning? Theres no way he doesnt know that hes going to turn Hyundai into a mess, right? Humanity will perish what does that mean? To Jinhyeoks reprimand, Kumar answered instead with a fishy smile. Stupid humans leave everything to us and sit by in a safe ce. We risk our lives to climb the tower, but they are enjoying their daily lives while skipping the benefits. Why should we sacrifice ourselves for such idiots? Compensation is just an unsatisfactory rewardpared to the effort. To those who were praised as the pinnacle of humanity, such things were nothing more than salt water. however. Top is different. A utopia overflowing with endless possibilities and numerous resources. Reality and the top, if only to be guaranteed a proper location. Which of the two to choose is already decided. I guess Unknown said he would put on abat coat one by one. The absolute one who practically controls the tower. And the great Indian deities and the humans chosen by them. Isnt it beautiful as a picture? well. In my experience, usually those who talk like that are used and then thrown away. Jinhyuk shrugged. How dare a cheeky bastard talk like that knowing what he knows! Kwaaang! The chakram was inserted right in front of Jinhyeoks feet. Golden mana flowed out from the circr de embedded in the ground. Its ready to run right now. Then Unknowns hand went up on Kumars shoulder. You dont have to react to those words. I do not betray those who have decided to be with me differently than anyone else. All you have to do is not worry about it and put all your energy into destroying that human. A tone of voice without any hesitation. Only then did Kumar temper his anger. All right. Well take care of this, so take it easy and focus on restoring your strength. I had no intention of keeping Jinhyeok alive from the start. Using the newly acquired power of God I intend topletely destroy it. [The rankers of Gandhara activate their special skill All-in-one! Pirs made of light fell with tremendous magic power. The ability of the major gods of the world to dwell in a human body. It is a special ability that can only be used by those who have received the title of Apostle. Moreover, it wasnt just rankers from the Gandhara Guild that Unknown called in through First Impact. [Thousands of deities will manifest after a while.] [Remaining time 0H : 2M : 59S] I think I know why Kumar was so confident. In addition to the bosses on the second half of the 30th floor, they are in a situation where they have to deal with the huge myth of Cheonsei. but. This side also has a trump card prepared in its own way. One of three untradable items. [Iplete Bookmark activates!] Its finally time to use this. Chapter 611 Episode 611. Deities of the Thousand Ages (1) [It takes 10 minutes for Iplete Bookmark to be activated.] Churrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr . An unfinished bookmark is a reproduction of a work that could not bepleted perfectly in the past. It was a fraudulent item with infinite possibilities depending on how it was used. But the fact that this item is in the untradeable category also implies absurd coercion. It must be fun. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth went up. It was because I already had a clear picture in my head of what would happen in a moment. That look touched someones nting. What are youughing at? Is this situation even funny? Or do we look so light? Kumar red at Jinhyuk as if he were going to kill him. Its not just emotions like anger and a sense of self-importance to take down an opponent. A much deeper and darker emotion than that. plex. It is the most primal instinct in humans. Thats right. He received the title of the strongest yer in a country with the worldsrgest poption of over 1.4 billion. It means that after Nirasha ruined the name of Gandhara, he fought hard and rose to the top position. In particr, after the apostle contract with Cheonsei, it is realistic that even the masters ofrge guilds in other countries will give in. There is only one. It was impossible to cross the huge mountain called Kang Jin-hyeok. Numerous achievements umted since the appearance of the Tower of Trials. There was no other way than conquering the top of the tower first to beat the rankers who had built a myth that was hard to imagine as human. But thats close to impossible. At least at the current level, defeating bosses on the 40th floor was an area that could not be looked at no matter how hopefully one tried. If thats the case I have to kill you at this opportunity. There is a possibility at this time when I am receiving all kinds of support. That would be the only way to ovee that myth. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Terrible magic power gathered. Mand and One Body. The power of the heavenly deity was manifested through the chakram in both hands of Kumar. You seem very angry. Keep yourposure during battle. Havent you heard of something like that? I have already gone through numerous simtions to hunt you down. Even if you dont maintainposure, there are no variables. 1:1 would never have won. Because the opponent was a monster who had even hunted the main god alone. but. This fight is not a fair fight. It is advantageous hunting through arge number of people. Goes. Kumar nodded to his colleagues next to him. All right. Its a famous ranker hunt Im looking forward to it. We will put an end to the legend with our own hands. The rankers of Gandhara took their ces in different directions. Even though I already knew how strong Jinhyeok was, I didnt feel the slightest fear. There is something prepared At the same time. [Limited unique holy spear C Trimurti is activated!] Parts! The golden light directed towards each other. Mana and mana resonated, and tremendous heat was emitted. Its not just about amplifying your abilities. Rather Jinhyeok grabbed the dagger and tried to move it. That moment. [Myth creation has been established!] [Dimensions are connected!] Magical power exploded and the whole world was colored gold. Kuh!? Jinhyeok covered his eyes with his arms in the pouring brilliance. ??? The heat that seemed to burn my eyes continued for several seconds. And when the temperature finally returned to normal, everything waspletely different. on the wideke. Pink lotuses float peacefully. There were many wooden pagodas and various buildings around the scenery that seemed to have preserved the beautiful Mother Nature as it was. You already know where this is. The 45th floor of the Tower of Trials. It is the ce where the deities of the millennium live. To be precise, it would be correct to say that the third world imitated and reproduced the stairs. It is very rare to synchronize the magical powers of four people and manifest them as one unique holy spear To actually make that possible. I knew it was possible in theory, but it was the first time I had seen it in person. It is definitely worth saying that they are the best rankers in India. How are you? If we were here, we wouldnt even get help from the proud deceased person corporation. Kumar confidently spread his arms wide. A modern but not modern world of images. Like Final Genesis, this ce was also cut off from the outside world. furthermore. with a ssh. In the steam of the thickke, someone approached. A different level of magic than before. The hideous smell of blood paralyzed his sense of smell. Whoa. It varies greatly. Jinhyeok let out a long sigh toward the ce where the thick smell of blood emanated. Of course, in the stronghold of Cheonsei, there are bound to be people who live there. Like a super-giant myth with many years, the number of gods must be enormous. Immediately, a terrifying deity appeared through the steam. [Goddess of Death Kali is manifesting!] Indescribably ominous smoke rose from her tongue hanging down her dark blue skin. And by Kalis side, a lion and a snake stood as if escorting each. Its been a while. You cheeky human being. A shabby person hase to a shabby ce. Were trying to have fun with each other, but why do we have to get involved in a human fight? It took quite a lot to be called a human fight. Kalis eyes shone fiercely. To be precise, he was looking at the crown on Jinhyeoks head with greedy eyes. In addition to that, arge number of strong magical powers were detected just a few hundred meters away. With the advent of Jinhyeok, the deities of the world began to move in earnest. Did you mean that you were going to win with the help of the Gods after taking all the forms as if they were only going to attack each other? It is also our ability to manifest the gods with our own holy spear. Theres no need to be ashamed of it. Rather Worry about you. Because the deities of the millennium are never merciful. Youll be fine. Jinhyuk slowly redistributed his mana throughout his body. starting from that. Boooooong! Opponent moved. It started with Dashmuk on the side. A huge Helbird rushed through the wind. It has power, but it is slow. Quaang! Jinhyeok, who threw off the Helbird at once, dug deep into Dashmuks chest. First of all the moment I thought. Shhh! Kalis serpent glided through the water and approached. Its huge mouth opened, and razor-sharp teeth protruded. Caang! Hongryeon and teeth shed. Even though it was full of sword river, there was not even a crack in the tooth. die! Antia aimed at Jinhyeoks back. [Mand C Lotus Jade is activated!] Dozens of flower-shaped marbles wereunched. Pupper puck! The golden orbs made a beehive where Jinhyeok had been standing just before. Jinhyeok, who avoided the attack by a piece of paper, threw a back throw at Dashmuk. Pooh! Ah! Deshmuks body was bent with a ruler. A blow thatbines Taecheonghwarang and Infiltration. The thick armor covering the whole body did not serve as a shield. Is it my turn this time? Taking advantage of that gap, Jinhyeokunched a second attack. [Inherited skill, Strong Power is activated!] 4 hands appeared from behind. The fist ovepped with Mand and Blessing of the Star turned to a single point. cerebral palsy. Condensed mana prated the defenseless face. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-aang! The dashmuk bounced across the water and hit the wooden tower. As if that wasnt enough, it flew away for a long time, destroying the wooden pagoda and the wooden pagoda behind it. No matter how strong your body is, you wont be safe. But before I even enjoyed the relief of having defeated one. Tuquaang! A huge shock hit his head. Boooooo! invincible physique. It is Ganesha, the god of heaven in the form of an elephant. Go on a diet. What kind of weight is that Clump! Kwadeuk! Ganesha put more weight on his legs. The ground Jinhyuk was standing on cracked open. I was pretty good on my own, but you wont be able to deal with all of us. At least not in this realm. Carly slid the scythe lightly over her shoulder. [Currently, Lotus Lamp is in bloom in Trimurti.] [All stats are reduced by 50%.] Either lose all lotuses. Or get rid of Kumar who embodies this mental world. Youll have to do one of the two to get out of the debuff. If you use system maniption, you can create a variable right away, but if you use it now, it will be like throwing away a trump card that will kill Unknown. In addition, the cost of mana consumption was not easy as he continued to use the two crowns. Not only Ganesha and Kali, butter Brahma Vishnu had to be considered. Originally, I wanted to recruit someone as talented as you but we also had to survive in the Tower. Carly held her scythe high. All sorts of curses and deaths were condensed on the scythes surface. But just then [Remaining time 0H : 0M : 0S] [Iplete Bookmark is activated!] Thest page of the rapidly moving bookshelf unfolds. Finally, the time weve been waiting for hase. ??? Demon World. It was a ce where all the evils of the world gathered, and at the same time, it was also the stairway where the demon kings, who could be called the apex of demons, lived. and present. Ate afternoon afternoon tea party was being held in the royal pce of Beriel, who had the greatest influence among all demon lords. Whoops. The tea brewed very deeply. It tastes just right for this noble body. Beriel took a sip of strong ck tea. The tea, which is sweet and has all the vors, gently relieves the fatigue umted in the whole body. When I served it with soft tiramisu and strawberry tart, I immediately thought that this is the happiness of living. The gloomy skies of the Demon Realm and the gloomy weather. Even the other demon lords who used to run wild every day to a quiet environment. Everything was a perfect day. That is until a message popped up in front of my eyes. [Forcibly transferred out of the Tower of Trials due to the special item Iplete Bookmark!] Huh? No, I think I saw something strange. Are you wee? Im sure it will. Its a forced repatriation. Who dares to tell the great demon king toe and go? Above all, ording to themon sense he knew, forced transmission without the consent of the subject was impossible. but. Parts Beriels body slowly turned to powder and began to disappear. Who the hell are you! At the end of that desperate scream, one of the demon kingspletely disappeared from the demon realm. Chapter 612 Episode 612. Deities of the Thousand Ages (2) Apletely changed world. The familiar drearyndscape was gone, and instead, a ce full of lotuses and wooden pagodas was spread out. It was a peaceful afternoon tea time. It was a precious time to erase the smell of blood as I was exhausted from watching the river made of blood every day. Beriels voice trembled slightly. however. why! It destroys the few happiness that is allowed to me! A scream that bursts out because it cant be ovee by emotion. Im a little sorry for saying that. Still, his name is the Demon King, but was it too much? No, thats not it No, whats wrong! No I really had no intention of interfering with it, but they say that the angels of the world are 1 million times better than the apostles of the demon realm. what? Beriels eyebrows curled in reverse. The anger that had been directed at Jinhyeok so far changed direction. Cuckoo Cuckoo! When the red magic energy was applied to the fork she was holding, the entire strawberry tart began to melt. good. It took. Even if I can endure cursing at myself, I cant stand being insulted by the great demon king who always helps and cheers me on. Especially since Ive fought against many deities, I know very well how powerful the Demon Realm is. Keuheum! Thats perfectly true. If thats the case, of course Im angry. Ill admit it. Shake and lift appropriately. At the same time, if you instill a sense of kinship, its not even a job to boil a demon king. So I was going to stick with it. Besides, you havent made a proper decision with the other side yet, have you? In the past, the empire had shed with Nirasha and the Gandhara guild. Although he won, it was only in one battle. The war between myths and myths was not ultimately won. An iplete bookmark will serve as an opportunity to continue the unfinished fight. Okay. Im going to take this opportunity to dry the seeds of those who are like eye thorns. I have to make them pay for ruining the tea time after a long time. Beriel broke the knuckles of her knuckles. Are you serious? Youre going to war with us just for that reason? Of course, its an absurd situation from the point of view of Cheonsei. Does it make sense to decide on something like this to determine the rise and fall of a faction? but. Touching while eating in the demon realm is a serious crime enough to destroy the three tribes. Thats what demon kings say without knowing. In the first ce, it wasmon in the demon world to kill people just because they were bored. [Beriel summons the ck spear Kishan!] The ckened spear slowly revealed itself. like that. A war has begun between the world of demons and the world of heaven. *** Kurr. Keong! Cuong! Kung! ck wolves walking on two legs bared their fangs. He was already very excited at the thought of hunting the enemies of Cheolcheonji. It looks like our children also miss the blood of yours. Raktak licked the curved sword with his tongue. The ancient letters engraved on the des were a pale indigo color. The werewolves and the ck wolf praised as the strongest lineage. Those who had dominated the second half of the 30th floor from the beginning of time could no longer continue their glory from one day onwards. Far beyondmon sense. It was because the true ancestor of immortality was born. [Ellis von Ataraxia.] The silver-haired vampire who led the Ataraxia family anewpletely destroyed the existing bnce and drove the ck wolves. only 100 years. During that short period of time, the ns strongest warriors lost countless lives, and the vast territory was shrunk in half. The cost of a new intervention by one true ancestor was exorbitantly high. But the one-sided victory is short-lived. As soon as the stupid vampires seized the victory, they cast Tosa Gufang. Rather, in order to check Alice, who had be too powerful, she was confined to the Corridor of the Fallen. that buck Raktak stepped forward. In some ways, I dont even know how to thank them. Thanks to that, I was able to have such a sweet revenge time. Its a long talk. It is rmended that you exhale your impressions of victory after you win, right? Ha ha ha! okay. Thats right too. No matter how overwhelming the power difference is, you wont win until you win. Raktaks eyes turned red as he burst into madness. Bite it. A cold and shortmand. That was enough to express the anger of the years. Kwaaang! me! Koooooo! Kyao! ck wolves rushed like lightning. light and fast The flexible body movement that did not match the size was the nature of wild beasts. [Ellis activates Blood Rain!] Elise reflexively took out her Blood Spears, but it wasnt easy to hit the zigzag ck wolves. Puffer Puck! Keep it! Wake up! The distance narrowed after repeated sacrifices. The teeth are now enough to dig into the nape of the neck. Right then. Caang! Kakakakang! A number of metallic sounds rang out. Sussuk! Swoop! Including Ophelia of the Decassus family and Belus of Ataraxia. Countless vampires rose from the shadows. Everyone was wearing cloaks symbolizing Ataraxia and pulling out dazzling rapiers. Wolf meat smells very fishy Where do you dare to stick your unbrushed teeth? pointed fangs. Silver hair fluttered softly in the wind. Since you called your n too Would it be okay for Jim to call his n too? Alice smiled brightly. of course. How can you hate it when you can wipe out those dirty veins all at once? What I want is the extinction of the opponents race. Tomorrow cane to each other only when not a single seed is left behind. [Unique Singer] [Unique Singer] The two heads of the ck Wolf and the Vampires have revealed their best abilities. [The Reaper of the ck Night is activated!] [The Revtion of Gaebyeok is activated!] A bloody shadow fell over the Seoul Arts Center. ??? Sarahak. Sarak. The grains in the hourss fell rapidly. There are now 10 hours left until the covenant is activated. After that, there will be a danger that the entire tower can copse. Its going well so far. Gandara will be fine, right? From what I checked at the end, I seeded in pulling them into the world of images. Then there wont be any variables. We dont know whats going on inside. However, no matter how strong Jinhyeok is, theres no chance hell fight and win against all the deities of the world . Even if he has a crown or other abilities, his mana will eventually run out. The current estimate is about 1.000 or more horse power. It was great, but anyway, it is only a finite number determined by numbers. The eyes of jj and the 2 chickens turned upward . The tentacles were wriggling. Various barriers were trying their best to suppress the invasion of the tentacles, but it was soon. But then, just then , a familiar being appeared in front of the two operators. You? How did you know this ce? The pupils of jj and the 2 chickens expanded rapidly. This is a ce created by grafting severalyers of barriers and multiple dimensions . You wouldnt even notice if there was a ce You said you broke it down by yourself and came in? There werent many beings capable of doing this . The operators are trying to cause an apocalypse on their own. The eagle owl slowly entered the virtual space. Parts! Different sparks collided . Do you intend to interfere? Blue crystals formed around the old man. A bitter cold roared over him, as if he had just moved the ice age. . Thats wrong. He already foresaw the end of this story. No matter how desperately we try, the future wont change. Its a story that is not even funny while designing a tower with infinite possibilities to pursue endless freedom. jj. As always, the tower of trials has a fixed beginning but an undefined end. Then and now, the difference of opinion is not narrowed. Do you think that Kang Jin-hyeok will be able to reach the top of the tower once again, and even if he manages to break through all the barriers, Alice will make a different choice? well. The eagle owl swallowed the answer to that question. To be honest, I dont know the answer to jjs words. Just. The important thing now is. at least to give Jinhyeok a chance to face that time. . _ _ _ Even if they die on the spot, they must. ??? While everyone was fighting simultaneously, Jinhyeok and Beriel were dealing with the heavenly gods. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! The ck spear crossed the pond. Contaminates what it touches Due to the nature of the cursed spear, the lotuses were dyed ck. However, the spear, which was extending without hesitation, was blocked at some point. Kwaaang! A wall of mes soared as if reaching the sky. Baro, the three great gods of India It was Agni, the main god located in the Locap located below. I thought they would bring an army of 10 million, but there are only two of them This is it. I cant even rx properly. Agni gently caressed the fire. Next to it was Varuna, the god of the west also located in Lokap. Gurgling! In an instant, the water level in the pond rose and huge water droplets rose to the surface. Whats so dissatisfying? If we take this opportunity to sort out Kang Jin-hyeok and the demon king, who are the strongest in the demon realm, all at once After that, we just have to deal with those stupid lizards, right? Well, thanks to that, a lot of troubles have gone away. Many of the annoying enemies have been annihted thanks to the Goinmul Corporation. If this job is done well, it means that all power can be put into dealing with the ancient dragons . ? Damn it. What am I supposed to do by myself? Theyre bringing the same team over and over again? Are you sure you dont have something else on your mind? Couldnt it be that the two of us werent nning on dealing with the entire Shinhwa? Hold on a little longer. Even if you dont fry it like that, you have a n for the next one. Could it be that just the two of them waged a war against the 45th floor? Beriel was only used to prolong time as an advance party. [Additional appendix of unfinished bookmarks C Second Coming of Ragnarok War] [Remaining time 0H : 1M : 15S] About 1 minute left until additional ves are summoned. Chapter 613 Episode 613. Deities of the Thousand Ages (3) Peace after a violent storm swept away. Did they say that the ground hardens after rain? Those who overcame the ordeal together became more trustful of each other and strengthened their solidarity. Its also Olympus, enjoying the sunshine leisurely enjoying ambrosia and nectar at the top of Mount Olympus. The same was true of Northern Europe, where Yggdrasil, who oversaw all things and promised prosperity, blossomed. There was no need to go to war and live fiercely. Being satisfied with what we have and living for our species is the happiest thing. Persephone smiled contentedly as she gazed at the prosperous stairway. Life is many times happier now than when Zeus ruled Olympus and poured everything into reaching the top floor. Heying! Apollo, who had just caused the sun to rise, appeared with a chariot. Whoa Were here! Beside him, Artemis was smiling brightly. Putting the horse and chariot in the stable, Apollo strode away. For some reason, they are all in Olympus. Is the underworld all right? yes. Thanks to everyones efforts, Ive finally calmed down a bit. In particr, Hercules and Cronus also helped me a lot. Thanks to Jinhyeok, the Titan n has newlye to rule Olympus. Instead of kicking out the main gods of Olympus, they acknowledged their position and chose to coexist together. It is thanks to Jinhyeoks advice that if revenge and purges are repeated, the result will eventuallye back to him. That person would be such a great benefactor We didnt even know. I hope to see you againter. All the gods recalled Jinhyeok and nodded. That is, until the strange phrase popped up. Tring! Tring! [An iplete bookmark has been forcibly activated.] [Wee to the war of Ragnarok.] Huh? Eh? What is this? Along with the status windows that appeared one after another, the crowd of people in Olympus just before hadpletely disappeared. and the same time. Disasters were also taking ce in the new territory of Northern Europe, where Yggdrasil spread out. Although once defeated and destroyed by Olympus, Northern Europe, which now had an influence that surpassed Olympus, was literally in the middle of a second heyday. Odin, the greatest god of Northern Europe, stood in front of a huge pool. [The memories storage pool is open.] The hero who saved Northern Europe. It is because of the idea of finding clues about the forbidden book for Jinhyeok. This is Are you okay? Unlike usual, Thor and Loki made quite serious expressions. This is the most secret ce in Yggdrasil. Among them, the memories storage pool was a ce where information with an absurdly high risk was deliberately removed for the sake of the well-being of the whole of Northern Europe. The end of a myth can be met by just remembering each individual. Of course, Thor and Loki couldnt help but worry about Odins choice to break such a taboo. Even Odin didnt know exactly what this clue meant. but. No, we owe a great deal of grace to that human being. Even if the cost is a great threat to us, I am willing to take it. Father Okay. If so, we will follow. Whoops! As memories were drawn from the spring water, a purple wavelength spread softly. The color at the end of the seven colors. At the same time, it is this purple that symbolizes the most dangerous and difficult among all difficulty levels. The memories that Odin had carefully selected were ced in a ss bottle. [Sealed Primordial Memories] Difficulty to obtain: Unmeasurable Even thinking about it once again, I had no regrets. Sure I thought so. right at that moment. everything started to change Cuckoo Cuckoo! Yggdrasil shaking violently. Whoaaaagh! What is this!? Thor and Loki screamed in surprise. Its not just an earthquake. Yggdrasil, which everyone values more than life Yggdrasil, the symbol of Northern Europe! It was uprooted and was about to move through space. [Space movement is done by yer Kang Jin-hyeok!] Heh heh Odin looked at his disappearing body as if he had resigned himself. ??? Even in the world above the clouds filled with all the lines in the world, a mysterious magic was rising. My God Peters Cathedral located in the center of Eden. Particrly bright and bright light was shining in the chapel full of colorful and beautiful statues. In the center, Gabriel was in the middle of the morning worship while holding both hands tightly. [Prayer of the Soul is activated!] [Holy power increases by +20!] [Feelings of tolerance and love increase!] [You have gained a deep understanding.] [Obtain the title Eternal Seraphim 5% left until.] White doves fly around and bells ring. Peace and rest filled Gabriels heart. Always be thankful for everything. Please let me wield the sword for those weaker than me. The more I prayed, the more I became emotional. The stagnant divine power rose. The realization that I thought was a wall that could never be broken was also slowly starting to be visible. This is happiness. If it was now, even if the demon king asked us to go on a pic to hell together, he wouldugh hahahoho and seem like he would join us. Gabriel continued his prayer. It wasnt too long. A little more, and youll get a title that no other archangel has except Michael and Lucifer. So that we can forgive no matter how terrible our enemies are But the prayer was about toe to an end. [space movement is performed.] [Divine power is reduced by -1000 because the worship service was interrupted in the middle.] [If you do not pray at dawn for 100 years, various debuffs will be permanently applied.] All of the past Efforts went in vain. Yo Forgive me Forgive my enemies Gabriels face trembled. X feet. It sounds like forgiveness. end with that. Gabriels figure also disappeared as a handful of smoke. ??? Whoops! Numerous pirs of light descending from the sky. A storm of tremendous magical power poured into the world of images. Mu what. Many deities of the highest level areing over! Six seven ten damn. Anyway, there are a lot of dirty things! What the hell is going on here!? The rankers of the Gandhara Guild screamed. I felt like I was going to stop breathing at the absurd aura that weighed down my whole body. [Huge pressure is applied to the image world!] [Time remaining until the barrier is maintained 1H : 05M : 33S] The image world created by the uniqueness window began to copse rapidly. No matter how much it is, it is said that it was made by four apostles under the protection of the heavenly deity. It was impossible to handle myths that far exceeded the permissible limit. Even that, the gods of the world shared the burden, so they had an hour to spare. Did such an item ever exist Carlys face crumpled up. I didnt expect that Jinhyeok would have such a goal. Not only you, but no one else would have expected it. To think that we had to deal with Northern Europe and Olympus after the Pandemonium Even that isnt it Yggdrasil? It means that you will fight for the existence of Shinhwa as a whole. Worse still this may not be the end. Still the pir of light continued to descend. I thought it was apletely caught fish, but it wasnt. The eyes of the heavenly deities gathered in one ce. Kuhm! Did you get something on my face? There was only one person responsible for all of this. yer Kang Jin-hyeok. A human whopletely disrupted the bnce of the tower, which had been well maintained until now. As expected, I have to make up my mind and kill at this opportunity. If left alone any longer, we will die. Agni let out a fire full of life. Well, if you think about it positively, the risk has increased significantly, but this point, before they fully recover, could have been rather the right time. From dead heroes and numerous elite troops to consumed items and relics. The wounds of a great war cannot be repaired in a short period of time. Northern Europe and Olympus were no exception. The grand myth and the grand myth. The power of the upper floors of the Tower of Trials, which had umted different ages and ranks, gathered in one ce. It would not be surprising at all if one force disappeared from this ce. an imminent situation. Hmm The main god, who had never intervened until now, moved. It is Brahma, one of the supreme gods of the world. Brahma tapped the tip of his chin with his finger. Can we wipe them out now, before the main body of Vishnu and the celestial world has yet manifested? More than that, can this poor mental world survive such arge-scale battle? There were too many variables. How long until the covenant? We have about 5 hours left. 5 hours is enough. There is no problem with that part What about Asura? Asura, the leader of the Evil Gods, who can be said to be the two main forces of the world. Asura, who unified the underworld Pat and the hell Narak, was leading an enormous number of troops. Well Since there are so many of them, it is difficult to enter the world of images. okay. It must be so. Power that is hard to expect right now. Still within eptable range. Because the calctions on how to lead the war to victory have already beenpleted. Call the apostles together in one ce. Are you talking about the humans who are fighting? No no! I willmand you right away. The guards who had doubts immediately bowed their heads. Just one word from Brahma. No, he was the one who could be a handful of dust and disappear just by thinking about it. Assemble your forces at the Western Temple while I am away. As soon as I finish the job, I will move right away. All right. The escort quickly departed to follow orders. Then, a blonde woman standing next to Brahmaughed briskly. Are youpeting yourself? A slender body with impressive bronze skin. There were cute lightning bolts floating around. It was Indra, the thunder god, one of the high-ranking gods of the millennium. Im just going to say hello. Because no matter how lowly life is, its end has to be beautiful. Whoops. Come and have fun. After a long time, the proper board wasid. okay. Come and y. Whoops! The form of Brahma became grainy and disappeared. Chapter 614 Episode 614. Brahmas lotus (1) KeukgukPuhahaha! Jinhyuk managed to swallow theughter that erupted. Would it be like this if you could win thousands of horses? Seeing the countless deities lined up on the left and right and the troops following him, even his chest felt magnificent. You summoned us all here. Thats also for the purpose of going to war with Cheonsei. Its really ridiculous. This is the first time I have been treated like this. Each of the deities spoke one word at a time. Its thrilling just to have different myths gathered in one ce. I never thought that the purpose was because of the 45th floors Cheonsei. It was to the point that they looked like idiots who had been carefully digging the ground for thousands of years. After all, who would have known that it would be possible to create such a semi-forced n to end the power? You you really are a great guy. Cronus clicked his tongue with a face filled with sincerity. I felt it from the time I removed Zeus, but I didnt even think of it as an ordinary human being. Damn it! What should Yggdrasil do! The prayers I had piled up vanished in an instant! You will definitely get a reward for your tea time Voices of dissatisfaction erupted here and there. This is why the king of the empire always suffered greatly. How can the reactionary elements aplish a great cause when the reaction is so severe? I can see why you need faithful soldiers who follow your orders. The reason why brainwashing education is also necessary. Hmm. Thank you so much for all of your valuable time. The reason I gathered busy people here is to offer you a wonderful proposal. A nice suggestion? Lokis eyebrows curled like a seagull. What kind of guys cool proposal was it that moved Yggdrasil entirely? If it was a half-hearted proposal, he would not be able to hold back his anger. Odin and Thor, as well as the rest of the gods, waited for Jinhyeoks next words. I guess I didnt prepare that much. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth went up. at the same time. Whoops! An old microphone that could have been used 80 years ago appeared in the subspace. [Goebbels Microphone is activated!] [The best demagogues perk increases the reliability of the person who uses the microphone by 500%.] Thest of the three untradable items was Goebbels microphone, Hitlers closest aide. . Propaganda and politics are said to be more important than directbat. His ability to stir up the masses shined tremendously in these ces. Of course, the opponent is a god. No matter how good the item is, it cannot be fooled by simply using this microphone. As for mental immunity, it had enough defensive power to be considered fraudulent. but. Thats just a story when an idiot wrote it stupidly. Depending on who uses the item, it could makepletely different things possible. [The coin exchange is open.] A ce for reporting was opened where you can trade numerous items in the tower. To choose The magicians seven tools (B) C 70000 coins The master singersst album (D) C 5200 coins The watchmakers tool set (C) C 12000 coins Total of 3 pieces. As soon as the quick shopping was over, Jinhyeokbined the two items into one. [Goebbels microphone is fused with thest album of a great singer!] Light shining brightly. Convergence on prohibited items is a kind of gamble. Ive never done it before, so I cant predict what the oue will be. Its fortunate that I have a pioneering n that can select the route with the highest possibility in my experience. In addition, the fact that he was lucky to have climbed the tower for the first time also yed a part. Jinhyeok controlled the subtle flow of mana. Just a little bit a little bit more. The strings of mana and mana interlocked precisely. right at that moment. Tring! [Fusion seeded!] A golden notification window appeared. [You have acquired the holy relic, Goebbels Low-end Radio.] Difficulty to obtain: S Special Effect: He who controls the masses seizes power. C The more you listen to the person who owns this radio, the more you will be dazzled and agitated. good. yes this is delicious I once again felt the worth of 11 years of high school. In addition, when the tuning waspleted using the magicians seven tools (B) and watchmakers tool set (C), the rank of the radio rose to SS. All preparations for the business have beenpleted. Now is the time to make a strong sale to the gods. My suggestion is this. Jinhyeok quickly took out something from the subspace. tter. what? huh? As the metal was thrown out of nowhere, the gods tilted their heads. For a moment, everyones eyes widened to the size of antern. Can that be? Undoubtedly. The highest item that exists in the Tower of Trials. It is the crown that exists in only 7 towers. It wasnt news that Jinhyeok had the crown because it was widely known, but What was surprising was the appearance of the crown now lying on the floor. That crown what is it? Is this the first kind you see? The shape and appearance of the seven crowns must be well known to each of the main gods. However, the crown that Jinhyeok took out was very unfamiliar. New Crown. When you see unapproachable magic and energy. The 8th crown, without a doubt, was revealed. Jinhyuk brought his mouth close to the microphone. Actually I can craft a crown. A short, bold word. The ripple effect of those words was beyond imagination. The sound of breathing could be heard here and there. can you make a crown Does that make sense? Ive lived through eons of time, but Ive never heard of such a story. I know you have doubts, but like all items in the tower, the crown is someones creation. Anyone with the right recipe and materials can make it. The beings on the 50th floor who knew that fact united with Cheonsei and triggered the apocalypse called the covenant. Convergence creates a new scenario by appropriately fitting the fraudulent ability and the given situation. When Goebbels popr radio was added to it, even the gods were confused by this remark. Could it be that you are suggesting to us that you will share the recipe for the crown? Cronus cautiously opened his mouth. of course. I have no intention of monopolizing an item like anyone else. The good thing is that I think we should all share it. especially. All the more so when ites to colleagues who shared the same joys and sorrows. [The Magicians Seven Tools C Stage Lighting & Trained White Pigeon are activated.] A soft halo shone behind Jinhyeoks back. Pigeons flew around and a scene unfolded as if a benevolent god had manifested. Certainly that the ancient beings, who had been shrouded in veils for so many years, moved so actively. The nonsensical apocalypse called covenant is happening because of one person, Jinhyeok. If supported by the fact that the crown could be crafted, it all made sense. And if the recipe could be shared Everyones eyes shed with greed. It had such a deep meaning. We can keep this peace now if we only have the crown. If Yggdrasil was sacrificed for this reason, I can understand. Not to mention cancer. Its morning prayer for about 100 years You can do a little bit. Admiration and awe flowed from everywhere. The cold atmosphere was gone, and a warm breeze blew in its ce. Who was with you when your mythology was in danger? Jinhyeok stretched out his microphone towards the public. Kang Jin-hyuk! It is you. youre right! Then, when the evil 50th floor and the heavenly world that follow him threaten this world, whose side do you think you should stand on? . .. A little silence passed. Jinhyeok quickly grabbed the crown from the floor and shook it. Clink and click! Ohhh! I will be with Goinmul Corporation and Kang Jin-hyeok. Its not because I covet the crown, its important to keep my loyalty with you. Well then. [Many myths form an alliance.] [Special event is triggered!] [If you win the war against the giant myth Cheonse on the 45th floor, you will be able to acquire one of the Primeval Relics!] Olympus. Ragnarok. Eden Demon. And even Egypt, which has not yet joined. A coalition of various myths has dered war on Cheonsei. Jinhyeok looked at those who were united under the crown with one heart and one mind. It is a satisfying sight. Now I can use my own strategy and tactics. overflowing power. As for how to use it, the possibilities were close to limitless. But just then A strange face popped up among the gods. I didnt even notice when I was in this ce. As such, the intervention of a third party was natural. This A lot of outside guests havee to our side of the image world. I didnt expect that the easy road would be soplicated. A look full ofposure with a benevolent face. You already know who your opponent is. Brahma. Among the deities of the world, the most difficult main god appeared on the front line. Looks like everyone wants to fight us. Its not even the banquet season, but seeing all the prominent faces gathered in one ce in the tower. The air that had been creepy and soft became tense. The reason why Cheonsei was able to be located on the 45th floor, the top of many myths. It was because they had an overwhelming number of gods and troops. To the point where it wouldnt be pushed back at all even if it fought against the coalition of various myths. Because I have a lot of connections. You should have expected things to escte when you touched me. Jinhyuk shrugged. Well, if its you, youre a person who can take all your colleagues around you as roadpanions. Anyway, we also thought of clearing up all the troublesome rivals at this opportunity. The tower has been entrenched for far too long. An indolent life, entangled in their own steps and content with their position. Now is the time to break that bnce and rise higher. Then Lets take a look at your skills. Let me tell you that not all gods are the same. Cuckoo Cuckoo! A rushing golden wave. [Brahma activates his unique ability Lotus of Brahma!] *** The world has changed dramatically. A space where everything was dyed in pitch ck spread out. Sight, hearing, and smell all disappeared. I couldnt even feel the flow of magic power. Sheesh! Jinhyuk clicked his tongue. The reason why Brahma is troublesome is that he has the power of creation that can recreate all things. [The beginning of the me is activated!] Roaring! A fire broke out and a light bloomed in the darkness. Koooooo! As soon as the sight was secured, what was visible was the jaws of a huge bird. Garuda, a phantom beast, was trying to swallow Jinhyeok whole. Quaang! He barely escaped with the Heavenly Demons reign. If I was a littlete, my whole body would have been torn to shreds by those terrifying teeth. Right then. Pink lotuses filled the surroundings. The petals were all at once. Chapter 615 Episode 615. Brahmas Lotus (2) Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa! It is said that there is power in humility. What shows it as it is is Brahmas unique ability, Lotus of Brahma. Kuk! Jinhyeok dodged the flower petals with all his might. The lotus flower, which has the power of creation and extinction, did not know what kind of ripple effect it would cause as soon as it touched it. However, what is more dangerous than the petals themselves is the scent they give off. It is said that if you smell it even once, you should never smell it because of the nature of the mind copse. [The Kingdom of Heaven is activated!] [The Realm of Wind is activated!] Quaang! The foot and the new method unfolded at the same time, and petals flew in all directions. In other words, they opened the physical distance and at the same time blew away the incense. Hmm. Thats strange. Brahma emerged from the darkness with his arms crossed. It was a bonus to tilt your head and make a face of iprehension. This is obviously the first time Ive seen this ability The countermeasure is so perfect. As if he knew. Since I studied Shinhwa a little hard, I umted a lot of magazine articles. Do you pick it? ha ha ha. Be picky. It was said as apliment. as apliment. If I praised you twice, even ten lives would not be enough. So what was the purpose of creating a 1:1 situation? Before the fight, I wanted to find out what you are like. It was so amazing to change the game of the tower while controlling numerous deities with a mere human body. Greetings were enough with this. I had been stuck in the reality of walking in ce with other gods for so long Now, I felt like I could feel the anticipation and excitement I had when I first entered the tower once again. Removing an enemys head from day one is no fun. From now on, I will clearly show you what the myth of Cheonsei is. Try to stop it with all your might with that improvised force. Yeah. No one who talks hard is still alive after a month. What are you expecting? Jinhyeok and Brahma growled at each other. With that, the mythical war that would determine the dominance of the Tower began. *** In front of the West Temple. Brahma appeared at the ce where the great army of the thousand ages was gathered. Did you have a good walk? Indra, who was ying with lightning on top of the sculptural cloud, giggled. okay. It wasnt bad for a first meeting. I got some things. Whoops. Im d you had a good time. It was a time when heartwarming conversations wereing and going. Kumar, who had been watching for a while, suddenly ran and knelt down. No matter how much they collect rubbish, it wont matter to the great godheads of the world. Please leave it to Kumar to end Kang Jin-hyeoks breath! The bigger the war, the bigger the reward before and after. Kumar intended to use this opportunity to fully consolidate his position. ah! Were you there? I forgot I remembered because you came out. Come this way. Come on. yes! Thank you A palm appeared in front of Kumars eyes as he smiled brightly and raised his head. Tuuk! Brahma grabbed Kumars face. Before the reaction of iprehensibility came out, the pain I felt for the first time in my life burned my whole body. Roaring! Quaaaaagh! Ah . Kumars body dries alive and twisted. Hey? Why are you doing that? Deshmuk and the rest of the Gandhara rankers next to him screamed. It was because they did not expect that the godhead they believed in would attack their leader. Its a pity, but your mental world is so weak that it has no power to continue this war. It is true that it is a long-term horse that was carefully selected. However, long-term pieces are just consumables sacrificed for the sake of the general trend. The role of the Gandhara Guild ends here. Brahma absorbed the remaining energy from Kumars body while still smiling benevolently. Crunchy! Crisp. Kumars mummified body was smashed. We will take care of maintaining the mental world. Just hand over the basics. Do you go through pain while resisting? Do you calmly ept your fate and go rtivelyfortably? At least Ill give you a chance to choose. Aaaagh! Aagh! A short, thick scream mixed with the giggles of watching it. And after a few seconds everything became quiet as if it had never happened. [Due to the authority of the 45th floor, the image world is greatly strengthened!] [Deadline for maintaining the barrier 48H : 59M : 59S] Ugh! The golden light spread softly. This is enough time to buy. Right then. A crack appeared in space. [Multidimensional space shift has urred.] An unconscious old man with his whole body burned to ck and a young woman supporting him. It was 2 chickens and jj. The strongest absolutes in the Tower of Trials, which even the gods couldnt do anything about, appeared with their lives barely preserved. Something is wrong. Brahmas always rxed face slightly distorted. For it was unexpected, at least from Brahmas point of view, that these two would be injured. The 2 chickens gasped for breath and answered. There has been a guy who has been interfering with our work for a long time. He attacked. Youre referring to a person called the Great Horned Owl yes. Thats him. How did the covenant go? The two chickens shook their heads at Brahmas question. Its impossible in my time. It will probably take a few more days to recover. Thats a little bit annoying news. The activation of the covenant is an essential requirement that is the basis of all ns. The worst apocalypse had to happen to neutralize all obstacles. But fortunately the eagle owl seeded in sealing it. I blew it into the gap of nothingness, so it will never interfere with our work again. An eternalbyrinth that you can only return to if you know the specific coordinates. Once inside, you can never get out on your own. It was like removing the most annoying operator Even if the activation of the covenant is dyed, it is not just a loss. I heard that Kang Jin-hyeoks side also called in arge number of other factions. Is that side okay? You dont have to worry about that part. Because we decided to put our lives on the line for this. Brahma nodded to the side. Then the endlessly lined up behind the temple raised their weapons. Oohhh! Oohhhh! A shout that shakes the whole world. It was a great army that reached hundreds of millions, which is difficult to count. In the meantime, various deities and divine beasts appearing in Indian mythology, including Garuda, revealed their terrifying presence. An all-out war in which all the myths and forces of the world are mobilized. Ill let you know how crazy it is to pick a fight in our stronghold. Even the ancient dragons residing in thetter half of the 40th floor began to move with the power of the strongest myth that avoided an all-out war. *** The te has grown quiterge. Jinhyeok ruminated on the battle with Brahma a while ago. A person who is second to the tower when ites to being bothered by everything. Therefore, it was expected that they would take a passive attitude in this war as well. However, after fighting once, I realized how serious he was in this fight. Ill probably take out all the cards I have and use them. There was a high probability that even Asura, which could be said to be a double-edged sword, would be brought out, including deities and divine beasts. On the other hand. This side is in a state where even if arge number of deities are called, Alice, Chun Yu-seong, and Teresa cannot be used. In order to win the war, it was necessary to design the te a little more meticulously. A wall that must be ovee someday anyway. We are also in favor of fighting. But do you have a n? At least on the 45th floor, there is no crazy guy who challenges Cheonsei to a fight. Kronos crossed his arms and opened his mouth. He was an ancient god who started with Olympus, but after meeting Brahma, he showed a slight shrinkage. The rest of the gods did not hide their nervousness as well. The opponent gods are also powerful, but the problem is their troops. To agree. They dont have 100,000,000,000 units, but literally 100,000,000,000,000,000 of them. Artemis of Olympus and Loki of Northern Europe lined up what they each knew. At least, the only myths that could bepared based on the number of heads were Makai and Eden Unfortunately, the support of angels is difficult. The same goes for us. Theyre all friends that y with each other. From Gabriel and Beriels point of view, it was impossible to gather all the power of the two floors. The civil war is still going on, and even if it wasnt during the civil war, the demon world and Eden were at war. If one side sent arge amount of aid, there was no doubt that the other side would rob empty houses. In the end, we have to fight with all our strength now First of all, the most important thing is to choose amander. As you know, since we came from so many different mythologies, we need a leader and charismatic person who can lead them. In an instant, greed shed across everyones eyes. A leader who can lead many myths! How can you say you never dreamed of something like this? That thrilling imagination that everyone follows without a word. Thats right We are deep in history! Ugh! What are you talking about? A leader other than this body. This is impossible! Naturally, all the myths raised their voices. As if he could never back down from this, the blood in his neck wriggled and he let out spection. Of course, I prepared a fair offer, knowing that everyone would. Jinhyeok coughed and opened the scroll he had kept in his bosom. It was a fairlyrge scroll with the names of each myth and the deity belonging to that myth written on it. What is this? From now on, I will put the stamp of You did a good job on the forces that make the most of the battle. The faction with the most numbers of these dojos bes the leader. Of course, I dont want to have a vacancy in the meantime, so Im thinking of taking on the role of interim leader for a while. For reference, the objection is dismissed. If you want to know how to make a crown that doesnt exist, youll have to crawl like a dog. If the deities were going to dictate anyway, with their dirty faces on, why did you talk about the leader? Still, he did not give up a small hope. If you build up that score step by step. That he would be able to im the position of Emperorter on. ??? How many hours had passed like that? Around the time when everyone was busily adjusting their power. Kwaaang! An explosion of strong magical power urred about 300 meters away. Koooooo! A long, long roar of the beast. A wave of waves spread through the atmosphere. All sorts of mongrel species havee here. If anyone has the courage to fight me, step forward and see! It was the phantom beast Garuda and the god Rudra above her head. Rudra, who handles wind and storms and is also the god who presides over hunting at the same time, has the mighty power that can be said to be Shivas ancestor. It is said that he is a perfect martial artist. And behind Rudra, there were about 500 heavy armored soldiers lined up. Its not like theyre going to wage an all-out war with just that number. Are you going to see the liver? Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. The vanguard battle is an important battle to gauge each others momentum in a normal war. Even a small number can greatly influence morale, so it is normal to send the most reliable card in both formations. Considering all of that, Rudra must have thought it was a useful enough hand. but. If its a confrontation between power and strength, this side is not easy. A rare opportunity to copy a lot of the abilities of the gods of the world. Regardless of means and methods, I will thoroughly suck up the sweet water. Chapter 616 Episode 616. Vanguard Battle (1) Kuung! cooong! cooong! shaking axis. A tremendous shout echoed from the coalition formation as well. [The opponents of the giant myth Ragnarok and the giant myth Olympos will participate in the vanguard.] A great hero who is ranked at the top of the tower when ites to armed forces. It was the demigod Hercules and the thunder god Thor. Hercules! Hercules! Hercules! Thor! Thor! Thor! Oooh! Whoa! Greek elite soldiers and Valkyries hailed the names of the two great heroes. It is because they have been through countless wars together and have keenly felt how great the two great heroes are. If we are together, we will win. It was the two of them who won the victory more reliably than anyone else. Ill take care of it, so you just watch. Hercules shoved Thor with his shoulder. Fuck! Muscles twitched with a heavy sound. However, Thor also emitted lightning and did not back down an inch. You are the one watching from the back. Because this body will clean up those idiots at once. Pachichik! An invisible fight ensued. The biggest thing was that each other had extreme macho tendencies and couldnt choose a proper match in the old 1:1. shit. Not even kids. Jinhyuk pressed his temples with his fingers. Those big guys are all nice, but the only downside is that theyre like kids with dirty egos. still. I will definitely do my part. Because it was a style that made sure to pay for ones own meal. So, while Jinhyeok watched anxiously, Thor and Hercules approached the enemies. Hoo. But theyre not skinny guys who do magic tricks and shoot them from afar. Crw, wow, wow! Rudra and Garuda looked at the two approaching deities. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Magic and magic collided head-on. Bring them to us. yes. Oh God. At Rudrasmand, 500 heavy cavalrymen moved here. All of them were over 3m in height and were d in piles of iron that weighed 100kg. The heavy cavalrymen rode bizarre-looking monsters and gripped long spears. It is meant to maximize destructive power by adding weight. Doo doo doo! The heavy cavalry charged in wedge formation. The earth shook, and acrid dust obscured my vision. And right at that moment. Quaang! Thors figure disappeared. Incredible speed for its size. A streak of lightning cut through the air. e! Open the mand! [Trait C Multiple Mand blooms!] When the gale turned into a storm, countless thunderstorms devastated the ground. Quaaaaagh! Aagh! Terrible screams erupted from everywhere. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Wow! The ground turned to rags, and the heavy cavalrymen rushing at them evaporated as they were. Acrid smoke billowed out thickly. A sight that leaves no doubt that anyone would have turned into a lump of charcoal. however. Cheeik! When the smoke cleared, what appeared in sight was a pair of gigantic wings. Garuda perfectly ovepped her wings to create a kind of sanctuary. Ha ha ha! Do you think this is an attack? Its not ticklish. Rudras lungs inted like balloons. Arge amount of wind spread through every corner of the body, and soon it was blown out as a breath. Crw! Garuda also amplified the power of her breath with her wings wide open. [Garuda and Rudra activate their special ability Unstoppable Storm!] Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa! Big! Thor turned Mjolnir and countered the breath head-on. However, the body slowly began to slide backwards. Even though the whole body was covered with lightning, the power of the breath was so strong. Chichik Tatak! Before I knew it, small sparks began to bloom all over my body. If its like this, youll get hit. Right then. [Hercules activates his unique ability 12 Tasks!] Approaching Garudas side, Hercules swung his fist with all his might. Tuquaaang! Kurwa Lara!? The gigantic Garudas body was bent with a giyeogja. A shock that shook the entire internal organs hit the entire body. That kind of weak guy should watch from behind. Hercules clicked his tongue as he looked at the half-burnt Thor. Its so great that I only hit it once on purpose! If you cant talk tsk. Ill take care of that big bird, and youll take care of the one on its head. Can you do that much? Ill make a whole roast and serve it to dinner tonight to celebrate the victory. [Mjolnirs Power C Blue Thunder is activated!] Pachichichichik! Thors whole body was dyed in blue light. A truly eye-opening bird. Electricity spread across the ground andpletely wrapped around Garuda. at the same time. Hercules dug in from the opposite nk, holding a club. Quaang! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Fists and fistse and go. The massive relics moved to smash each other. One step away. Because it was a confrontation between monsters that were so strong, it was not easy to win. thats pretty good. It is you. After a bloody battle thatsted for about 30 minutes, they reached a point where they recognized each other. To that extent, the fight could not be seen even an inch ahead. flowing blood and sweat. panting breath. The hot body seemed to make me feel that I was really alive. Its been a long time since I felt like this. Cancel what you saw earlier. You guys have the qualities of a warrior. I agree. No matter who wins I dont think Ill regret it. You really have the skills toe out as the vanguard. Rudra and Thor Hercules squeezed out the remaining magical energy. Theres not much left now. It wille to an end in a few sums. That was when all eyes were focused on your godhead. [Shadow Kill is activated.] Very quietly and secretly. Something slid up behind Rudras shadow. *** Pooh! Cool!? Because he waspletely focused on the opponent in front of him, the current surprise attack itself was unpredictable. Even if it wasnt that, I didnt even imagine that a third party would intervene in the divine vanguard. For now, 1 approval. After seeding in the surprise attack, Jinhyeok quickly widened the distance. As expected, the flower of battle is to hit the back of the head. It is my taste to put thest spoonful of food on the table that others have worked hard to set. [Copy condition: The vanguard battle of gods who value pride and honor. If you can intervene in such a vanguard war and overthrow the existing frame, you will be able to copy one of the unique abilities and skills of the gods put into the vanguard war.] Rather, its a red skirt . While copying the ability, I thought it would be best if I could slit the enemys neck. I deliberately nned to make a strangeradeship by attaching hot-blooded macho men together. That prediction was exactly right. Jinhyeok pulled out a dagger dyed green. The poison had already spread to every corner of the body because it was a mixture of Destructive Mandatory and Blood Magic. It was specially put together for the thousand years, so even the most ignorant martial artist would find it difficult to withstand. Especially now, when the mana has been exhausted to the limit due to closebat. A cowarda cowarda bastard. Do you mean you dont have honor? Rudra red at Jinhyeok with bloodshot eyes. it would be unfair Even if he died, he would have wanted to fall at the hands of Hercules or Thor. So what do you do? After death, its honor and nabal, its all useless. Hmm. Its strange. I usually get in the hall of fame when I do this. Perhaps I have more honor than you? What kind of nonsense is that Rudras words didnte to an end. The poison haspletely reached the heart. cooong! Rudras body copsed as it was. Kwla! When Rudra, who had been fighting with her out of the blue, was attacked, Garuda threw herself into the air. It would have been better if he had dealt with both of them at the same time, but since his main purpose was Rudra, it was a satisfactory result. [Condition aplished!] [Copy seeded!] [Level increased!] [Level increased!] [Level] [raised!] [Bracelet of the North Wind You have obtained!] Exhrating status window indicating sess. With a whopping 7th level, I got my hands on the holy relic that Rudra had. Its a bracelet of the north wind Its a fraudulent item that temporarily increases movement speed by about 50%. But what I like more than that is that, of course, I get to copy a unique ability he has honed over a lifetime. The choice has already been made. Jinhyeok copied Rudras unique ability Call of the Storm. And before the ink of the copied ability even dries. The abilities stored in the Memories of the World were summoned. Golden books were picked from the great library where countless books were ced. [Unique Holy Spear Thunder God unique ability Wind Realm unique ability Call of Storm skill book Rain Cloud Catalyst is fused!] The skill book stolen from Guntaper has been added to the previously copied ability. Whoops! As the four abilities were mixed into one ce, a tremendous storm of magic ensued. [Seeded in fusing the unique holy spear Wind God!] Obtaining Wind God Difficulty: Unmeasurable Description: You will be able to handle all abilities rted to wind, and you will be able to manipte some of the weather. However, the ability to control the wind is differentiated ording to the skill level of the ability. The end of the wind that even Rudra has not yet reached. With this, I got another card in my hand. Next Jinhyeoks gaze went to the floating status window. Name: Jinhyeok Kang Gender: Male Level: 313 Strength 119 Agility 131 Stamina 198 Magical Power 698 Gap 100 Luck 10 Adaptive 78 Spirit 315.26 Possessed Stat Points: 30 Possessed Coin: 42669151 upation: Ruler of Runes Unique Lance: Ring of Reversal Phase 2 Eight Swamps White Night Final Genesis Down Fall re Eclipse Last Meister Iron Lotus Flower gue Whispers of the Moon Remaining Moonlight Nemesis Thunder God Chrono Spear Wind God Unique Ability: Fusion Grave of Swords Blessing of the Star Judgment of Anubis Blood Magic Mand 1 Second Invincible Thousand Poison White Beast All World) Sanctuary of the Sun ck Sky Devil Triple Magic Colossus Strike Fire Dragons Breath High Speed Sword Tombgraves Right Arm Berserker Realm of Wind Shadow ughter The me of the Beginning Blood Explosion ck Tears Tombgraves Bridge Strong Power The Core of the Legion Ancient Barrier, Heavenly Devil, Mentra Taming, Nihilism, Death of Heaven, Red Earth Riding, Machine Lord, Geukjin Taekwondo Oath of the Dreamer, Will of the Ocean Current, Golden Apples of the Apostate, Growth of Feeding, Hand of the Submissive, Earthquake, Acid Feeler, Poison Lord, Kaskar Diav, System Maniption( Limited) 12 Tasks gue Outbreak gues Tail. Skill: The content of the skill is too much, so it is converted to a folded state. A total of 10 levels have risen, including the previously raised level and this 7th level. [Magic power increases from 698 to 728.] Kuku kuk kuku! Magic power increased significantly and powerful sparks urred around the body. [Unique voicence Wind God and Thunder God are activated!] Wind in one hand and lightning in the other. The symbol of Rudra and Zeus was transferred as it is. Now what are you going to do? Jinhyeok grinned at Brahma. With a look on his face telling him to attack as much as he wanted if he wanted to have his ability taken away. Chapter 617 Episode 617. The vanguard war (2) The victory of the vanguard war was decided at the point when Rudra fell and Garuda fled. Of course, it was not a result that the winner was satisfied with. Because the bitter aftertaste seeped into the tongue. We could have done it. It was a one-shot fight. Hercules and Thor did not hide their difort. A third party intervened in a fair match, and the possibility of winning was high enough, so I couldnt help but be more angry. I understand. But I want you to understand that this is not a war for individual honor. A match that could change the fate of the Tower. In order to win the fight, it is not the time to cover the means and methods. No matter what Uh huh! What is this? Do you think that I am taking on the viin role because I like it? Jinhyeok yelled and then quickly continued. Isnt it all for everyone? I try to sacrifice everything for the sake of the generation, but wouldnt it be fair if youy down your honor little by little? Regardless of the East and the West, gaslighting is the most effective way to train an opponent. The key is to thoroughly delve into the psychological aspect and nt the idea that you may have done something wrong. of course. And if everything goes well, I n to be the first to tell Ragnarok and Olympus the recipe for the crown before other deities. You are struggling in front of the most, so you have to do that much. If it is apanied by appropriatepensation, the effect is doubled. Is it true? You make us a priority? A subtle change urred in the faces of the two great heroes. I will give you one stamp and consider it as my top priority. Kuhm! hmm! I cant help but say that. okay. Its already over. Its not because I have absolutely different intentions, its just that I agree with you because Im moved by your concern for the world. In this way, beings in myths colluded with the world. ??? Puffed up Thats like that I never thought Rudra-nim would win. Do you know what the hell you did just now, you bastard! Quaang! Anger erupted everywhere. It had to be. A noble ritual that has been performed every time there is a war between myths. The seonbongjeon had more meaning than simply winning a match. In particr, Brahmas expression was distorted to the point of being seen. I will kill you right now! Ganesha stamped both feet. The ground vibrated violently. but. wait. Brahma did not fall prey to Jinhyeoks provocation. His stomach was burning with anger, but he swallowed it hard and calmly rethought his strategy. It is true that Rudras death was a great loss. However, the overall loss is only a small fraction. The war has only just begun. The central army should observe the situation and spread the right wing to attack the enemys nk. Depending on how the opponent turns out, I will instruct the responseter. The right side of the Union was the ce where Eden and the Demon World were the main ones. An iplete alliance that still leaves deep resentments against each otherpared to other ces. If you stab it sharply there, you will definitely see a loophole. Whoops. All right. Let me take on that role. A small girl climbed onto a cloud. The spearhead is Indra and 100,000 Thunder Gods following her. It was a magic corps where everyone had learned magic. [Indra is Lv??? I activate Thunderstorm Run!] The small lightnings burned fiercely. Ill show you a very spicy taste. The Thunder Gods organs are ranged attacks that rage like a storm. In addition, the tank formationposed of phantom beasts is not difficult to deal with. e! Beriel yelled at the fiercely prating attack. Many times faster than expected. Everyone, manifest your divine power! Gabriel also hurriedly urged the angels, not to be outdone. Various divine powers emit dazzling brilliance. And that rather worked as a handshake. Ah! Where are these fucking chicken heads giving off that foul smell? You cant see your eyes. damn it! The demons screamed in pain and ran amok. For them, divine power is aplete contradiction. It may be a buff to the angels, but its just a cursed light that has to fight in pain here. Anyway, the guys from hell onlyin a lot. Who is calling someone dirty? Tsk. The angels also showed hostility towards the demons. So, wars of nerves broke out here and there. As expected. It wasnt Indra who would miss that opportunity. In the blink of an eye, strangely shaped bolts of lightning prated between the demons and angels. Pachichik! Aagh! Aagh! Those who were struck by Indras lightning were torn to shreds instead of burning their skin. Due to the dense formation, the damage far exceeded expectations. The first row copsed, leaving a huge hole. Koooooo! Huge phantom beasts were put in to widen the gap. Arge species reaching up to 10 m in size. Its destructive power from its size and weight surpassed that of heavy armored cavalry. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! Kwaaang! Battle hammers crisscrossed the air like mad. Various spells broke the wings of the angels. Formation that copses smoothly. Ha ha ha! After all, a sloppy army has no unity at all. Ganesha, who was watching the battle, burst into madness. Its like hes just flummoxed by an attack like that. It would be obvious without seeing this fight. Carly, too, giggled and watched the dying enemies at ease. however. Somethings strange Simrly, Brahmas eyes narrowed as he watched the battle. It is true that it was clearly taken aback. However, the speed and timing of the copse of the formation were too fast. No matter how much there was antagonism, this much Stop! Just then Brahma hurriedly shouted. An unexpected change urred among Indras soldiers, who had been digging in without hesitation. clumsy The feeling of stepping on the ground has changed. what? This? The moment you realize its strange, everything has already changed. [Osiris activates his unique holynce Wrath of the Great Desert!] Kukukukukuku! The entire ground he was stepping on turned into sand, and soon a searing thirst swallowed his whole body. The intense heat did not even allow him to breathe. Gaugkekkeek Kkeukreukreuk The situation is so deep that there is no way out. Indras troops werepletely trapped in the middle of the desert. [Anubis activates his unique holynce Army of the Dead!] And head on. Countless jackal soldiers growled with their fangs bared. So, do you use someone elses bedroom as if it were your own? The corners of Jinhyuks mouth went up. Now is the time to make the arrogant ones pay for it. ??? Same time. Fierce battles continued even in modern times outside the world of images. Aagh! Aww! ck wolves and vampires got entangled in one ce. A bloody battlefield where blood and flesh stter. As the battle progressed, the damage on both sides increased exponentially. shit. What are all these nasty guys? Ophelia screamed with a tired face. The Decassians, who had rtively few battles with the ck wolves, did not know how aggressive the ck wolves were. On the other hand, the blood rtives of Ataraxia, who had a territorial dispute with the ck wolves at the forefront, calmly maintained their formation as if they were ustomed to this situation. Its annoying. I dont think it will be possible to break this momentum without killing Raktak. Bellus wiped the blood off his face with a dry face. Even though I had been fighting for the longest time, not a single breath was disturbed. I guess so. Elise looked at Bellus for a moment. An internal enemy who cant figure out when to reveal his true colors. Why are you hiding so quietly? What is the purpose and why. I still havent felt the slightest bit. Thats why I stayed close to him and watched him as much as possible Belus was just silently fulfilling his role as a blood rtive of Ataraxia, as he had always done. Still, what Belus said was not wrong. Only by eliminating Raktak could this fight be put to an end. The problem was that if that fox-like werewolf was at a slight disadvantage, he would hide himself among his blood rtives and induce a long-term battle. You probably know that due to the nature of the ever-increasing gates, you only need to drag out time. [Summon the unique holynce Revtion of Gaebyeok C Arrow of Desire!] The blood drops were twisted in hundreds ofyers to form a 2m arrow. Various ancient runes glowed fiercely, adding magical power to the arrows. I will open the way. yes. Lord. Follow the road! Elise gathered all her mana into one point. And in an instant, it exploded. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! A red bloody wind whipped through the ck wolves. The arrows sucked the blood of all the wolves around them. Due to the nature of preying on enemies within a 10m radius, it caused tremendous damage just by being nearby. Dont get close! Keep your distance and attack! I mean, dont get involved! The ck wolves had no choice but to retreat from the attack of absurd power. Atst, Raktaks appearance was revealed. however. [The magic of the abyss C ether strike is activated!] Pew! The arrow, which was extending without hesitation, was shot down by something. whirling around The arrow turned and flew into the air. Ranged is better than melee for something like this. Apermang, who destroyed the rankers of therge guild, joined the battlefield with the elves. About half of them were fighting Lee Tae-mins drones, but Lee Tae-min alone was unable to deal with all these enemies in the first ce. Are you guys here to end humans too? Raktak raised his head. A wonderful reward was staked, so how could I refuse it? All kinds of gold and silver treasures are important, but the most important thing is that we will be given the freedom to do our best. Well, I was tired of living in that dungeon. I didnt know that the long-awaited moonlit night could be so sweet. Apermang and Raktach slowly rallied their forces. Its getting more and more annoying. We have to see the match before it is toote. As time goes on, it is on our side that we are at a disadvantage. Teresa and Chun Yu-seong squeezed thest remaining strength. It was time to raise the number of victories now that his stamina and mana were depleted. It was because I still had the energy to activate my unique ability. There may still be a way to turn the situation around if you carefully prepare a shot. but. A variable urred that could shatter the hourss. Hmm. This is going to be fun. Apermang stared in the direction of the Seoul Arts Center. Pupils shining blue. The archmages keen senses caught something. [I found a gap to the mental world.] The back door to the mental world that Brahma deliberately left open. I found the faint traces of it. Chapter 618 Chapter 618. War within war (1) A gap through which one can enter the world of images. This was one of the methods Brahma had arranged for a more perfect victory. Due to the nature of Outbreaks that continue to ur, if you can get support from a number of S-ss boss monsters Even the old Inmul Corporation and Jinhyeok wont be able to withstand it. contractor. Alice noticed Apermangs reaction a beatte. Although it was a very faint magical power, there was no doubt that the reverberation leading to another dimension flowed out. If the contract hadnt been going on, Ellis wouldnt have noticed either. What are all stupid humans doing at a time like this! Naturally, the anger was directed at those who were at a loss. Idiots who do not know who they are truly grateful for and try to stab them in the back. And seeing the contractors who were trying to save even such people made me more angry. At least at times like this, if there are people who sincerely help, not to upy their own rice bowl. right then. [The S-ss Gigant Meds gate is open!] Another outbreak has urred. Gigant Meds is an insect-type monster den that feeds and grows. Due to the nature of insect-type monsters living in groups, once the entrance ispletely open, they cannot be outnumbered. Now that they are struggling in the volume battle, they are facing the worst situation. Kleurreu Shaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa! Huge insects appeared through the cracks. Its appearance surrounded by sharp teeth and green uppers made opponents numb just by looking at it. Dont stop you have to stop that! Therge guild felt the unusual situation as well. No matter how much it is said that handling Jin-hyeok is the priority, it is true that even that is no longer certain. Han Sang-jin lost contact. Its been a long time since Unknown didnt show up. Even the suspicion that the real and the fake might have changed was creeping up. Whoaaaagh! Please do it in moderation. damn it! Dont spare it, pour it all out. Potions will be distributed soon! [Kim Soo-min activates Lv15 Ice Bringer!] [Jang Seung-hyun activates Lv18 Indiscriminate Blow!] [Park Tae-hyun summons Lv18 Doooksini!] Simultaneously rushing skills and unique abilities . Some yers from the Dangun and Balhae guilds tried to stop the Outbreak. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! Kwaaang! Colorful explosions exploded at the entrance to the gate. It was an attackunched by talented people who were all of A rank or higher. but. Oohhh! The rhinoceros beetle with an upper of more than 1m did not suffer a single wound from all the attacks. I wondered if I could hear the terrifying sound of wings that sounded like a wasp flying . Soon, the blood fountain welled up in the dealer formation. Coolluck!? Park Tae-hyun, who was pierced by sharp horns, died as it were along with Duoxini he summoned. Civil! Are you going to let it all go? If we still build our pride among ourselves, it means the end! My brain is full of shit, so kaaak twee! Lee Chang-hee built a blood band on his neck. What do you have to lose in a yard that has already rebelled against the Dangun Guild? Now, he mixed up his hometown dialect and pushed rankers from other guilds. Quaaaaagh! Aagh! Save me! Even in the midst of this, countless people lost their lives at the hands of monsters. The power of the S-ss gate was beyond imagination to the extent that those with intermediate skills could not stand it even for a moment. atst. Song Chun-hwa of the Balhae Guild opened her mouth heavily. yer Changhee Lees colleague was it true that he went to the associations underground detention room earlier? The color of the eyes is not even pouting. Didnt you see it before? thats right. All right. Song Chun-hwa put her hand to her ear. And something muttered. at the same time. Keeeh! The rhinoceros beetle, which had killed Park Tae-hyun instantly, flew off to find another prey. A habit of instinctively finding the strong and preying on them before growing. What he was aiming for was Yoo Yeon-hwa, who was facing numerous enemies alone. Haa haa Yoo Yeon-hwa, who had already been fighting alone for several hours, had already reached her limits both physically and mentally. But If I fall, my brother and the rest are in danger. A small number of elites have meaning of existence only when they do the share of dozens or hundreds of people alone. Thats why I cant give up. [Yeonhwa and Taecheong Hwarang also activate No Retreat!] [Attack and defense increase by 50% for 5 minutes!] [All stats drop to 0 after No Retreat ends!] Gin of multiples. Like a candle burning itsst me. Im thinking of pouring everything in for 5 minutes. Yoo Yeon-hwa confronted the fast aircraft flying from the front. The kick, which had already been repeated tens of thousands of times, moved in line with the giant insect. Boooooong! The wind-cutting feet exploded into a single weapon. Kwaaang! A 720-degree round kick that raised its power to the limit. The splendid blow, which can be said to be the flower of Taekwondo, was urately pierced into the face of the beetle. The speed, timing, and even power are perfect. however. Thats all. Koooooo! He flinched for a moment, perhaps from the shock, but the rhinoceros beetle was still alive. It spread its huge wings wide and raised its pincers high. Ah. An earthquake urred in Yoo Yeon-hwas pupils. The sharp ws crossed horizontally, holding even more vicious magic power. right at that moment. [Space movement has been performed.] With a short message. Tuquaaang! An iparable roar rang out. The rhinoceros beetles chest hollowed out. Shockwaves like a storm pierced the atmosphere and reached the building on the other side. I was struggling to hold on. Its Yeonhwa. grandfather? Yoo Chun-yeong, who released her back kick, stood next to Yoo Yeon-hwa. From now on, leave it to us. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Terrible spection flowed from Yoo Chun-youngs body. I just put people in a ce where there is no sunlight! Isnt that too much for a new college student? The boss doesnt even show his nose while his employees are imprisoned! Chuck. Still, isnt our boss the type to check the performance? Ill take care of everythingter, so dont feel too sad about it. Isnt it? sure. Wasnt he the one who made me the guild master at the bottom? Theyll give you bonuses, special promotions, and vacations sweetly. Lee Yoo-ri, Min Jeong-woo, and Kim Hee-woong, as well as numerous helpers who had been imprisoned, appeared. Song Chun-hwas spatial movement was sessfully aplished. Instantly reinforced power. Now you dont have to do a single bag anymore. But it wont be easy. Everyone, including Ellis, is doing their best, but the speed of the outbreak is too fast. Dont worry too much about that part. Just in time I met friends who were willing to help. It wasnt just Lee Chang-hee and Song Chun-hwa who came to the confinement room. that buck that buck The light of the space movement waspletely removed, and a number of additional figures were visible. Japanese Samurai Guild. All 27 guild members were ranked in the top 300 worldwide, and an additional 1,000 guild members were about to arrive in Seoul. Considering that Tokyo was also in a situation reminiscent of an apocalypse, it was like sending power that should never have been sent. Is this really right? Murata, the No. 3 of the Samurai Guild, asked with a worried expression. OK. Believe me. Takeshi nodded with an unwavering face. I have already encountered Jinhyeoks feat and his identity. This war will end with the victory of Jinhyeok Kang No, yer. He is the light and the salt, the only god in the tower that transcends humans. That is, he is the one who regards even this level of suffering as nothing more than a pleasant pastime. like that. A small variable was added to the battle in Seoul. *** Turn it off Khehe Kuck! Gagging. Burning thirst and sinking quicksand. Kong! Kung! Kreureu. There were thousands of jackals who could be called the apostles of death. The warriors of Egypt, one of the great powers of the tower, wiped out Indras troops like a flood. No matter how powerful the elites of the Thunder Gods were, there was no way to survive unless they fellpletely into a trap. It will be annihtion if it goes on like this. At least for Indra, the odds didnt exist. That cant be I didnt feel any sign of space movement. When did you summon them? A situation no one could have predicted. I still dont understand how this happened. Funny. Except for Vishnu, I would never have thought there would be anyone with this level of familiarity with the barrier. Brahmaughed as if he had eaten a blow. Although it was painfully beaten to the point of tingling, the feeling of admiration preceded it a little more than anger. It was because he had never beenpletely caught off guard like this time through countless battles. still. First of all, it is important to minimize losses. Even if any number of soldiers died, there would be no big blow, but losing Rudra and then Indra was unnned. Only on the first day of the war. Ganesha. yes! I will give you 100,000, so lead your troops and rescue Indra ande to the temple. You can lose everything, so you must save Indra. Are you retreating? We only exchanged numbers once. Still I know its about the amount of damage from mosquito bites. But theres no need to rush into a beehive that is full of momentum. We have already created a backdoor to the outside world. If time passes, Unknown and the operators will let the S-ss bosses into this world of imagination. If so, the power gap will continue to widen without narrowing forever. In addition, sooner orter, Asura and the Yosu who followed him were scheduled to join through the gap. The strongest fighting group that maintains simr strength to all the gods of the world. No matter how monstrous he is, there will be no answer to the quantity offensive. Brahma turned without regret. Now that he had made his decision, he intended to enter the Earth War and bite his opponent relentlessly. and. Jinhyeok, who watched Brahma from afar, bit his lip. Hes still filthy calm. I was afraid that if I provoked him more, he would attack me more, but I couldnt help but think that his way of acknowledging defeat so cleanly was like Brahma. If it were normal, the fever would spread and they would drive them to live or die. It was regrettable that the enemys strength could not be reduced further, but through the direction of Brahmas movement, a n was made for the next move. Going towards the temple means preparing to face Asura. Although it is a cooperative rtionship, the incarnation of uncontroble anger. In order not to be looked down upon by such an asura, the top three gods such as Brahma, Shiva and Vishnu must act as a suppressor. However, cing the main force there means that there will be a hole in the other side. The First Lotus. It is a holy relic that symbolizes the age of heaven, and at the same time, it is a special item used by many deities as a source of magical power. If we can secure this we canpletely turn the tide of this war this way. Chapter 619 Chapter 619. War within war (2) Mantra Great Temple where many lotuses are blooming. Surrounded by so peaceful and beautiful nature, a number of deities, including Brahma, were waiting for someone. Gulp The sound of saliva dripping echoed here and there. Thousands of thousands of troops defended the temple, but they couldnt help but feel fear in front of the dark clouds rolling in nearby. Come someone muttered. at the same time. cooong! There was a heavy shockwave at the entrance of the temple. Shoot Ah The lotuses are ck and the water has turned ck. The Mantra Great Temple Its filthy far away. Who is not? Sheesh! Calling all of us to start some kind of great war, the Cheonsei couldnt even wipe their own clothes in the past and now. I dont even feel divinity in the slightest. The hideous magic was deeper and darker than that of the demons. and. Among them, there was a being with a different ss. Shut up everyone. That idiot must have called us because he has an idea. It was Asura, the nemesis of the three main gods and one of the most powerful deities on the 45th floor. Strangely shaped weapons were clutched in the head and six arms, each looking in different directions. The rest of the Godheads hurriedly shut their mouths at Asuras irritated voice. He knew that if he added a word here, he would be torn limb from limb to shreds. A group of ghosts crossed the pond and headed for the top of the stairs. Brahma waved his hand in wee. It was really hard toe this far. I wanted to meet you all the way to the outskirts, but you know that, right? When Im with friends of lower ranks,petitions happen all over my body. Keep your bullshit in moderation, Brahma. Its Kang Jin-hyuk and its Nabal, and Ill break your bones right away. Cuckoo Cuckoo! A bloody spection erupted. A light mingled with great hatred and anger. The soldiers around them could not ovee the pressure and copsed on the spot. ha ha ha. to calm down I didnt mean to upset you. The opponent is such a nuisance I needed to make sure that your strength is still there. so? Seems like enough. Brahma grinned. All of the most vicious monsters in the world, including Asura, gathered together. To be honest, at this level, it was a power that could lightly wipe out a lot of giant myths. Even more so now that Asura has joined! Even if Olympus or Northern Europe are in their heyday, they will not be able to reach the tip of their toes in the present age. Its going to be a one-sided fight. Even if we say its an alliance, its just the strength of our one regiment. about 3000 times. If you simply look at the numbers, the gap is wide. furthermore. [The new great mage Apermang and his elves join Dimensional Rift!] [ ck Wolf and pureblood Raktarch join in Dimensional Rift!] Outstanding reinforcementse in one after another . ising It was rewarding to intentionally create a backdoor. This is what it means to take full control. But just then Quaang! Lord V Brahma! The northern door of the temple opened with a tter. There stood a soldier whose face was contorted in contemtion. Its a big deal The fire of war broke out in an unexpected ce. Its also very strong. *** Eight! Eight! what? The weather is so nice, so did you catch a spring cold? Jinhyeok let out a sneeze. The chest area is tickling, and the ears are also tickling. See if someone is cursing you a lot. Well, youre doing this, how can you not curse? When I think about it again, its amazing that a human being can imagine something like this. Thor and Hercules clicked their tongues. I couldnt help but be embarrassed. Kwaaang! Kwak Kwa Kwak! Because what they were doing was literally destroying a brilliant civilization. Temples copsing in Ururu and various statues. Numerous buildings honoring the achievements of the millennium were in the process of being dusted. Oh no Please, at least that much! God will punish you! The vigers watched the vige being destroyed with tears streaming down their faces. Either that or not, Jinhyeok focused on the status windows that came to mind without blinking an eye. [Destroying the 5000-year-old statue results in a drop of -150 feat of the Celestial.] [ Destroying the Pagoda of the High Monk reduces the feat of the Celestial by -277.] [Rudras Palm Destroying this Engraved te will reduce your Feats of Heaven by -3552.] Feat. Cheonsei, who dominates the 45th floor, builds up its rank in a slightly special way, unlike other floors. One of the methods is to create numerous artworks and buildings that symbolize them. The bigger and grander it is. And the older or deeper the meaning, the greater the value. It was for that reason that Jinhyeok visited this ruin. [Relic Asensman Vige] Achievement: 15000000 Description: A vige cherished by the great god Rudra, which holds about 5000 treasures and statues. In particr, Rudras Stone Tower, built by the vigers of Asensman, is a holy relic with many memories for the gods of the ages. good. Since you want to move, you have to start with the hottest thing. Jinhyuk pulled out a huge hammer. It was the cksmiths hammer that was forcibly removed from Orun. Two! Wow! This cool yet familiar feeling. While doing BJ, I often worked hard when living expenses were not enough. There was a time when it would be no exaggeration to say that he was a promising ace. Although he did well in various fields such as welding, piping, electricity, and civil engineering. Among them, the one I was most confident in was Kwajik! Pupper puck! Demolition. He was particrly good at demolishing buildings. To put it bluntly, the team leader at the site tried to negotiate the unit price, saying that he was a human bulldozer of Godeok. Although there was no longer a team leader who cried when he was told that he was quitting his job, there remained a site that was bigger and had more to smash. The corner of Jinhyuks mouth drew a crescent moon. It will be embarrassing. Because only the main god level of the world knew that their rank was rted to the ruins. However, since a human with no connection from the outside is moving as if he knows exactly, it is inevitable. Of course, I would take the bait and follow this side. I n to lure enemies by stabbing them in sore spots like this. Jinhyuk drew a picture on the floor with a branch. Although it was crude, information about the topography and features of the area was written in detail. Hmm. Do I really need toplicate the operation? Like before, if we deal with the enemy gods, it will copse on its own after that, right? Hercules stroked his chin. Yes, yes. Lets hotly go to all-out war. Thor nodded vigorously, as if in agreement. Anyway, even the brain is made of muscles, and they can only think one-dimensionally. The thought of fighting with these powerful idiots already makes me feel dizzy. no. If we fight in the open like the first time, we have no chance. Because of the overwhelming difference in troops. The surprise attack on Rudra was possible because it was caught off guard by the conventional wisdom about vanguard warfare. They wont be stupid enough to fall for the same trick again. Asura is the strongest character, of course. Shiva and Vishnu also didnt know when and when they would join. If so We must preupy a ce that is advantageous to us and fight there. There is one ce where you can outwit the world. There, even with a small scale, you can hold out against the enemysrge army. Jinhyeoks confident eyes shone brightly. Confidence that he could win without fail and heroism that he would save everyone red up. I see Ill only believe you. You seem to know this ce well, so Ill leave it to youpletely. All the Godheads pped their hands passionately. Amid thunderous cheers. Jinhyeok bowed his head deeply as if in return. so that. All the gods couldnt see Jinhyeoks face full of ridicule. It worked. While these meat shields endure hard, if you swipe the lotus, you will be able to put the apex of your n. Risk is minimal.pensation as much as possible. That is the in-house philosophy of the Goinmul Corporation. *** same time. Knowing that Jinhyeok had turned the vige of Asensman into a mess, Brahma hurriedly summoned troops. I didnt expect my prediction to be wrong. Of course, the character Kang Jin-hyeok was convinced that he would move with a time limit before the covenant was activated to save mankind. Just like when Olympus was destroyed, the main force draws the attention of the main force. It is said that the board was made with the assumption that a small number of elites, including the Goinmul Corporation, would target themselves and the rest of the gods. however. In fact, Jinhyeoks move was closer to a very long-term war rather than a short-term one. It was clear that the act of cutting the feat was effective, but it was a huge investment of time and manpower. that it is It means that I will not care whether the covenant is invoked or whether mankind perishes. Indeed, humanity that betrayed itself. Even so, the premise that it would be saved was absurd. damn it Hurry up. Before he turns more things to ashes. It was then. Hmm. To make a connection with the 45th floor in the world where humans live. Interesting. Is this the ability of a force that is evaluated as the top of the great myth? Whoops. Please believe that I found it thanks to my excellent magic detection ability. A number of characters who did not match Cheonse appeared. It was a number of S-ss bosses with intelligence, including Rocktach and Apermang. You came just fine. I need to go catch Kang Jin-hyeok right now, so lend a hand. Elves and wolves are especially good at chasing, so take the lead. As soon as Brahma saw the bosses, he immediately gave orders. Whoever sees it, he looks down and looks down. Bosses frowned. When Raktak tried to reveal his fangs, Apermang quickly reached out and stopped him. Are you going to be patient? There is no need to fight against each other. What does this mean? Apermann snapped his fingers. Fuck! by the way. I brought you a nice present If you treat us with cold rice, will you use it? [Lv45 Invisible Sight is unlocked.] Ugh! The space shuddered, and familiar faces appeared in ces where there had been nothing before. Keugh Alice. here is? Is it the enemys home? And the members of the Ancient Inmul Corporation, including Cheon Yoo-seong and Teresa, were lined up. Now, do you think we are in a position to take orders from you? Appermand shrugged confidently. Whoa Brahmas eyes narrowed. The facial expressions of the rest of the deities also changed 180 degrees. It was because he never imagined that he would capture the enemys main members. Thats Elise too. Fun. One of the highest demands that the Unknown and Operators have made. If the head of Ataraxia could be used as a prisoner, the value would be infinite. Chapter 620 Episode 620. War within war (3) The tense air has softened as if it had never been. good. You dont seem to want to go with us to catch Jinhyeok Kang So what do you want to do? Please speakfortably. Brahmas voice softened. Of course, since I brought a nice gift, everything has to be different. All we want is our freedom. I would like to refrain from breaking my back in your power struggle. Id rather manage the prisoners here and be prepared for it if the enemy attacks from behind. Apermand fiddled with his staff. Seek maximum benefit from maximum safety. It was an attitude that a wizard should have. It was also a request that was fully understandable from Brahmas point of view. Rear duty thats definitely how you like it. I get it. Thats about it. Then I ask you to defend this ce. Now that he has even be a perfect prisoner, he has nothing to shy away from. Now, a situation has been created where even if you want to lose, you cannot lose. Brahma, who handed Apermand simple information about this ce, walked alone along the corridor. Once this job is over, all the annoying people will be gone. Vishnu or Shiva. Even at this moment, the three gods of India were biting each other to be the only god, not the three gods. What is the power of that guy? My head hurts and Im going out of my mind because Im fighting. but. As long as the contract with Unknown guarantees freedom not only on the floors higher than the 45th floor, but also outside the tower . Brahmas heart beat pleasantly at the thought that he could now finally find rest. And when the thousand-year-old armypletely left the temple. Are you gone? yes. I guess so. Those who were tightly bound began to move. Crunchy Elisepletely smashed the handcuffs that were restraining her. Whoa! Chunk! Teresa and Chun Yu-seong also released the handcuffs using their divine power and inner strength. Finally, Lee Tae-min and Yoo Yeon-hwa also stretched after easily regaining freedom. perfect stealth. He received a reward for deliberately being held captive by his enemies. Of course, it is thanks to one strong helper that the clumsy acting of being caught by enemies on purpose works perfectly. Elise rubbed her wrist and muttered. Thanks to your care, I was able to get in very easily. Nothing. All I said was a few words. A familiar figure appeared from behind the shadow of the pir. It was Apermang, the great mage who had been talking with Brahma a while ago. Those few words were great. Rather What did the contractor tell you? They said to ask me when I see you. There are two instructions that Alice and the rest of the members received from Jinhyeok. 1. After fighting moderately, when you recognize the existence of a gap entering the image world, be taken prisoner by the enemy. 2. Apermang will help you, trust him and follow him. Ill tell you the detailster. This was it. Because he believed in Jinhyeok, he followed him silently, but he needed to hear what he had to say. I also didnt meet the yer Jinhyeok Kang directly I heard a pretty cool proposal from the people he sent a while ago. The kind of temptation that a mage could never resist. Pesis. Now he is a great explorer who can climb up to the middle of the 40th floor. Jinhyeok put Pesis, Frey, and Wolyeong into one team and set up a build-up even before this fight started. It is an urate prediction of the future that will gather the bosses through the Apocalypses characteristic of covenant and Outbreak. Where are the rest of the people? We are moving with a human named Pesis. They say they have another mission, so we can meet before this war is over. If its Pesis, I know. Hes a man you can trust, so hell be fine. What is more important now than that is to make use of the advantage that has prated deep inside. Since the main force, including Brahma, would have moved to the opposite side to catch Jinhyeok, it is time to turn the main base, which is rtively full of loopholes, into a mess. Chun Yoo-seong and Teresa were handed over the weapons that Apermang stole. I will inject information about this ce directly into each persons head. Raktak and the rest of the bosses are fully stretched, so they should be easy to deal with if you ambush them, but theres only one. Indra, beware. Brain God Indra. His creative ability to deal with lightning in a variety of ways was rated higher than that of Zeus, who focused only on the destructive power itself. Certainly, no matter how injured he is, he wont be an easy opponent. Ahem! Dont worry. Dont you have any luggage? Elise put her hands on her waist. Contrary to magical power, an innocent appearance. yes! I will definitely win and go back. To the world we were in. Theresa smiled brightly. I cant stop. To have to fight against Cheonsei as a member like this. Chun Yuseong grabbed her hair with one hand. First of all, we have to do reconnaissance Lee Tae-mins mechanical drone. Leave the suppression of small things to me. Gauntlets of flexibility. In this way, the deceased person corporation, who became free from captivity, began to move. ??? Ptamunsar Gorge. Among all the areas on the 45th floor, this is considered the most rugged, and was notorious for its sheer cliffs intertwined like spiders. It was said that even the gods of a thousand ages could not get out forever if they recklessly entered this ce. I never thought you woulde here. Brahma frowned. Due to the nature of the gorge, it would be difficult to deploy arge force. Even the numerical advantage was bound to fade in this environment. Its been annoying since before Taking this opportunity to get rid of the area itself is another way. Its possible if its Brahma-samas ability. creation and extinction. Brahmas fraudulent authority over all things had the power to make even the seemingly impossible possible. step. If we destroy this ce, our feat will be ridiculously undermined. The Grand Canyon that marked the beginning of the millennium. Getting rid of such a ce was unthinkable. Did Kang Jin-hyeok choose this ce as a major battlefield after aiming for that? hes a scary guy The first human toe here. To find out the most dangerous of all the ces. It was to the point where I was afraid of his insane vision and ability to judge the situation. At the same time, what kind of bizarre trap would have been dug in there Already, the nerves of the whole body were on fire. To be safe, it is to advance slowly while securing a base. The question is, who is in charge of the most dangerous mission? Fortunately, the trouble didntst long. We will move first. It would be useless for us to set up an ambush among ragtags. Asura led the Yosu directly. Are you okay? Wouldnt it be tougher than I thought? Dont worry about us. You guys take good care of yourself. Whoop whoop. i get it. Then believe me. Asura immediately kicked off the seat. After that, the Yosu, who were the equivalent of the Royal Guard, followed. light and fast. Asura advanced deep into the canyon. e. Loki quietly raised his hand in the bushes. Hundreds of Valkyries held onto their spears and prepared to throw them. You must not be careless. There is a possibility only when we move ording to the strategy. Jinhyeok fiddled with the items he bought from the coin exchange. Ive fought Cheonsei several times, but its not for nothing that Im dominating the 45th floor of the tower, overtaking other giant powers. It was possible because there was such a powerful force. We all know how nasty they are. Loki carefully monitored the timing of enemiesing into range. 50 m. 30 m 5 m. right at that moment. Shoot! [The Valkyries summon the Valha Spear!] Numerous silver shes were emitted. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah Kwah! A surprise strike like lightning in the rocks and bushes. but. Kakakakakang! He couldnt ovee the senses of Asura and other youvas. Green energy gushed from the bizarre-looking weaponry. As expected, the rats were hiding. Asuras eyes shed. Exactly where the Valkyries and Loki are. again! At Lokismand, the Valkyries prepared to throw their javelins again. How stupid! Even the surprise attack didnt work, so you think the same thing will work again! Who is the same deal? [Loki activates his unique ability Circus of Deception!] [The effect of Multiple Illusion oveps!] The windows increased exponentially. A wave of silver that added wee to illusion painted the entrance of the canyon pure white. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Soon after, a huge explosion sounded. That sounds great. The gods of the world who watched Asuras battle swallowed dry saliva. The appearance of rushing towards the enemies without losing a single one even in a sharp surprise attack was indeed the appearance of Cheonseis nemesis. If we deal with Loki, who is specialized in ambush, the risk will be significantly reduced for us as well. good. we also move Select those who are quick-footed and take the lead, and let the main team keep a distance and follow slowly. In particr, there should be no problems with distribution. All right. The great army of Cheonseipleted the redeployment in an orderly manner. thud! thud! thud! A huge army split into dozens and entered the canyon. *** About an hour after the start of the war. Although a fierce battle ensued. The great army of Cheonsei was able to dig into the depths without much damage. It achieved a winning streak in small-scale local battles without a single loss. Its going smoothly. Is it possible to stop our elites with an improvised alliance? Hahaha! I was a little worried when I chose the gorge, but it seems that was all. Well, for an outsider, its a bit of an effort. The deities of the Thousand Ages each spoke one word at a time. I couldnt help but feel confident because I destroyed all the traps and strategies prepared by the enemies by reading a couple of moves ahead. Even Brahma began to let go of the tension bit by bit, acutely realizing the overwhelming gap. Even the captives captured amounted to several thousand. so that. No one noticed thenguid old man among the prisoners. Kuhm! greatness! Jinhyeok, clearing his voice among the prisoners, took onest look into his hand mirror. Old curly beard and deep wrinkles. Even the narrow eyes. It is a perfect disguise that does not fall out anywhere. Now, where shall we begin? With this. The time hase to deliver a very nice shot from deep within the enemy. Chapter 621 Episode 621. How a deceased person can destroy a giant force (1) Disguise or cosy. When ites to tricking the enemy, theres probably nothing more effective than changing your appearance. Because the existing information waspletely changed. Its really amazing. Jinhyuk once again looked at himself in the mirror. Curly beard and deep wrinkles. The red cheeks on both sides were undoubtedly the look of a Norse drunkard. Properly using the Phantom Thief Lupines Disguise Set and the Infimyeongu skill, purchased from the Coin Exchange in advance, yed a role. In addition, perfume that covers the reverberation of magical power was also sprinkled on it, so unless you are a god you have met with disgust like Beriel or Anubis, you will not notice. Right then. Move quickly. worms. I mean, get into the makeshift camp quickly. Right now, lift your ass before twisting its neck! The enchantress soldiers following Asura shouted at the captives. The momentum that seems to cut it right now. Youre right, prisoners. From the point of view of the ghost soldiers, they were nothing more than losers who cowardly abandoned their honor to save their lives in war. Sheesh! Im going to kill them all, but why do you want to keep these guys from above? I cant help it because they say its a ve soldier or something. Just do as you are told. -Dont kill the ones you catch and collect them. After brainwashing them with mental magic, they will be put into battle against the enemy. Or, at least, it would be used as thebor required to dig up the canyon and build a base, so it would never be touched. Brahmas stubborn instructions to pursue extreme efficiency. Even the bewitches, who lived as they pleased, could not directly disobey those words. But I wouldnt have told you not to use appropriate violence. Sluggish bastards. Let me show you the spicy taste. If the skin peels off, it will move quickly on its own. It was time for the disgruntled yogi soldiers to wield their whips. ? What is this smell? Suddenly, where the prisoners were, a fragrant smell stimted the tip of the nose. smell of food. It was the first of its kind ever. Gulp. Unknowingly, saliva flowed down his throat. For the original warriors, food is just to supplement nutrition and appease hunger. The taste of delicious was a luxury, and I thought it was useless. however. Thatmon sense haspletely copsed from this moment onwards. The yogis were unknowingly drawn to the smell and moved on. It was not just limited to one or two people, it was amon behavior seen by everyone around here. where it arrived. There, a frail old man was cooking while sweating profusely. bubbling. Appetizing meat simmering in a pot. The stew with various vegetables and seasonings was stimting every cell in the body. Oops! Jinhyeok looked at the beasts and made a surprised expression. Then, bending over, I stopped cooking. Ugly people no, how did noble peoplee to such a shabby ce? Hey old man. Are you the one who made it? yes? Ah is this what you mean? yes yes Although I am humble, I have some talent for cooking. So I was in charge of cooking in the association. Hoo. Still, it seems that only idiots are gathered here. It will be useful. The beasts red at the pot, stealing saliva from their mouths. Im holding back because of face. If they hadnt had eyes to see, they would have run into each other and put their heads in pots. To that extent, appetite was touching the strings of reason. If you dont mind, would you like to taste it? You saved us mercifully, but its because I want to repay you even in small ways. No, please, if you eat my humble dish at least once, I will be honored with it for the rest of my life. Kuhm! If its for that reason He gave me an appropriate justification, so theres no reason to refuse. A beast reluctantly approached and scooped up adle. And the moment the food goes down the esophagus along the mouth. !!!!???? His grim face hardened as if it had been struck by lightning. Took. Thedle he was holding fell to the floor. Could it be poison? This old man! Sreung! Chunk! Various armaments were about to be pulled out here and there. However, the action of trying to attack in the ensuing sight stopped abruptly. He saw a single tear running down the cheek of the Yosu who ate the dish. Its big I feel like my heart is pounding. A long time ago. The taste that I tasted in the distant past that I cant even remember now. Ah, this is the taste that Mother made. Im d Im alive I can eat this food I grabbed the meat in arge pot with both hands, not wanting to be stolen by someone. I will eat too. I am first! Get out of the way! I mean, thepanymander, eat whats left after this body eats! How much is this! Each of the monsters hurriedly ate their dishes and then froze as if speechless. at the same time. [Song ys.] A bar of song echoed along the canyon. When mom goes to pick oysters in the shade of the ind the child stays alone and looks at the house. Sad tone and faint lyrics. Song heard by the sea Hush song In the duo of cooking and singing, the spection of the ghost soldiers disappeared like a lie. It is now. Jinhyeok lightly stamped his foot twice. Took! Took! that was the signal [The 10-star barrier Emotional Flow is activated!] A subtle wave engulfed the area. There were many reasons for choosing this canyon as the battlefield, but it was because the terrain was so rugged and the energy of nature was abundant that it was extremely easy to activate a 10-star or higher battle system. It can lightly make up for the disadvantages of the wide-area barrier, which isplicated in preparation and takes a long time. Uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu007 The pupils of the monsters slowly opened. As their minds copsed, they were reborn as puppets that obeymands well. There is no need to fight fair and square with enemies who have a lot of supplies. Destroy enemies slowly from the inside. It was the surest and most effective method. More than anything. Jinhyuks gaze turned to the air. [Copy condition: A Yosu who is only into battle and ughter. If you can awaken childrens hearts to those who have lived a bloody life for hundreds of years, you will be able to copy one of their unique abilities and skills.] The biggest thing was achieving the copy condition. Its a good start. In order to destroy the gods of the world, including Asura, several abilities must be gathered, and the first is to learn Yogi. [Copying seeded!] [Yoshisuhwa] Difficulty to obtain: SS Description: You will be able to handle Yogi unique to Yogi, and you can change the size of Yogi ording to your proficiency. [Copied abilities are stored in Memory of the World.] Cuckoo Cuckoo! Green energy slowly rose along Jinhyeoks body. It was still clumsy and weak, but it was definitely a yogi unique to Yosoos. *** About 3 hourster. The victory or defeat of the war gradually revealed its outline. Siva has joined the war. Odin and Athena have fled, and Eden and Pandemonium are also locked in their strongholds and are busy defending themselves. Even in modern times, gates continue to ur, pushing the human side one-sidedly! Thor and Hercules, who are the most troublesome of the enemies, are thought to be hard to see for the time being after suffering great wounds from the battle with Asura. The news of major victories was the main focus. and. In the midst of that, a little bit of bad news came in. Arjuna and the 10,000 recruits who went to Santra Cave lost contact. The 20,000-strong army that went to Mt. Neunggeunmun also lost their magical response just now. Even on the side of the beasts, the information gap is getting toorge. No matter how far the distance is, this is beyond the expected range. Well, even if you lose some of the mythical heroes, you cant help it. The monsters are also very selfish. Ganesha waved his hands as if it was no big deal. The reaction of the rest of the gods was simr to Ganeshas. Clearly therge flow of war is overwhelmingly advantageous. Even if small damage continues, it is less than 1%pared to the entire Cheonsei. On the other hand , this side defeated the enemys main force, therge army of Olympus and Northern Europe, and captured close to 200,000 prisoners. But why? Brahma didnt think that this war would end so easily. A person named Hyuk always made a victory out of unfavorable situations. A shot that catches the opponent off guard. With the arrogance that this side would win perfectly, they created an opening andunched a counterattack . It may be that all of the unteral pushes so far have been made under calction. It is urgent to find out what it is. Brahma s eyes have narrowed. This is the point that he is overlooking the most. It rotated quickly. Then suddenly. Something caught. Prisoners It is natural to have prisoners in war. The problem is the number of enemies captured is overwhelmingly greater than the number of enemies killed. It doesnt make sense if you recall the first time you attacked. Especially in the Nordics who believe in Valha, does it really make sense that they would surrender and give up the battle ? To infiltrate. And to put a dagger into the heart through it. If you assume that, then everything was right. It was then. Ganesha-sama. Asuras say that the beasts have captured the enemys main forces alive. Lets meet in person and take over. I want to do it Youre bothering me. Cant I just tell you to skip it in moderation? Well He said he must see you in person to make sure the lesson is clear. Before this incident, the monsters who were in conflict with the world wanted to record even the smallest things and get recognition. Because there is no trust between each other, they have no choice but to be stubborn. Damn it. Where did they say it was? Its about 30 minutes away. May I send you to the main base? Yes, I understand. Ganesha nodded without a doubt, that was Brahma bit his lip softly, saying that the enchantresses who lost contact here and there were actually brainwashed by Jinhyeok. Through it, he camouges himself and the main principals as prisoners and goes deep into the headquarters. Aftering inside like that, if weunch a surprise attack on the unwary Its a perfect operation. only one. If it wasnt for this body that could read it. Brahma called his bodyguards without saying a word to Ganesha. I didnt want to give a hint to the opponent by telling the elephant who didnt notice. After pretending to be caught in a trap perfectly. Ill dig an even bigger trap from here and wait for you. Thirty minutes was enough time to get herpes. Chapter 622 Episode 622. How a dead person can destroy a giant power (2) Around 30 minutes passed like that. I brought prisoners. A soldier waiting outside posted a report. Come in. Ganesha nodded lightly. Soon after, a group of yogis led the captives into the tent. Wearing a ck mask, the whole body is restrained by chains. Seeing that he could feel unusual magical energy, it was certain that they were major deities belonging to the Allied Forces. good. You really did. The corners of Ganeshas mouth went up. Its huge nose wriggled as if it had seen something truly appetizing. Because one of them could have chosen as his prey. As promised, we must properly guarantee the credit for the prisoners we brought. 100,000 human sacrifices and 300 jars of nectar obtained from Olympus. Dont worry about that. As soon as the check is over, Ill bring it to the cart. Then Where did you catch someone? Shall we take a look? If possible, I would like it to be a well-known name. That way, the amount of mana that can be absorbed will be much higher. however. When Ganesha approaches to unmask. huh? A strange thing happened. The chains of those who thought they were bound were released at the same time. Now! Chalwa. The iron swords became weapons and attacked Ganesha. The yogis nearby also changed suddenly and rushed at the guards around them. It really happened in the blink of an eye. Since I waspletely careless, the damage far exceeded my expectations. quickly and concisely. The swords trajectory, going back and forth between curves and straight lines, swung between the soldiers of the age of 1000. Aagh! Aagh! Screams echoed here and there along with blood. Severed limbs stained the carpet red. Aiming for only one thing. They are the gods of the millennium. These worms dare! Ganesha raised the Helberd. However, the masked prisoners prated faster than that. Kakakakakang! I didnt give up the gap while closing the distance against the long-range Helbird. He peeled off the mand even more sharply and tenaciously. If its like this, youll get hit. The moment when the creepy future passed by. [Brahma activates her special skill, Spear of the Beginning!] Blue spears shot up from the ground. Pupper puck! The body of the masked man who was closest to Ganesha was turned into a skewer. Dozens of spears continued to target other intruders. Cuckoo Cuckoo! A realm that reorganizes matter after rearranging mana. Each spear had a power approaching that of a holy relic. Strike! You must kill them all! In addition, when Brahma added the guards who had already been put on standby, the charm of the surprise attackpletely disappeared. The advantage of a small number of elites rather turned into a rat in a poison. *** Aagh! Aagh! In less than a minute, everyone who broke in was turned into a cold corpse. It seems that even Kang Jin-hyeok cant help it in a surprise attack. Well, it must be embarrassing. Brahma grabbed one of the handmade spears. Then hezily strolled among the corpses, killing off anything still holding his breath. Lord V Brahma. Did you know that they are enemies? Ganesha, who was still in a state of confusion, asked while caressing his neck. If he had been dyed even by a second, it would have been him who died, not them. Please understand. If I had told you beforehand, my enemies would have noticed. Of course thats true. I understand, but the feeling of being used as bait is not very good. still. Seeing the abominable human beings torn to pieces seemed like the congestion would go away a little. Ganesha slowly unmasked the one who had been most annoying. This must be Kang Jin-hyuk. Now, what about the distorted expression of resentment Huh? Ganeshas voice hardened. No way I hurriedly take off another mask. one two people. Three As the number of unmasking increased, the fingers trembled more and more violently. It had to be. It was because there was not a single person belonging to the Goinmul Corporation under the mask right now. The appearance of an assassination squad made up of all the beasts was more than enough to make Ganesha fall into a panic. Brahma was also confused. Have you brainwashed the monsters in some way? Or was there a trade between the two? But why did they fall for this operation? There were many possibilities, but the information to derive the correct answer was limited. sure thing. You saw one step farther than me. That alone would be surprising. The problem is that you cant predict what the other person wants until you do something like this. Unexpected things are happening one after another, but I thought it would still be like wandering in a fog. Ive been through many wars so far, but this was the first time. What the hell what are you aiming for? Brahma looked at the canyon with anxious eyes. ??? Same time. Jinhyeok, who seeded in brainwashing a number of witch soldiers, moved slowly. By now, Brahma must have been stabbed in the back of the head and bewildered. He wouldnt understand why he made a usible board and sent only the monsters. but. All of that was a build-up for this moment. Jinhyuks footsteps stopped. There was a huge base that was iparable to the previous one. Its solid. I can hardly see any loopholes. A fortress with hundreds of barriers intertwined. Skillful deployment andbination of troops. And even the gods with absurd magical powers. Even with the mobilization of hundreds of thousands of troops and gods, could it be captured? Even if you give them a lot of SSS-ss anti-military relics? well it wont be easy Asura, who maintained an equal bnce with all the deities of the world as a single body, was not so easygoing. Jinhyeok took off his bast mask and returned to his original form. Then, with daggers in both hands, he headed towards the front door. !? Enemies! The guards who confirmed Jinhyeoks appearance urgently sounded an rm. It is equipped with a defensive formation in perfect order as if measured with a ruler, and is equipped to respond to attacks anytime, anywhere. however. No one was around Jinhyeok, who approached so calmly. single. It was attacked by one of the strongest armies in the world. Its ridiculous. Did you go crazy because you wanted to die? The response was astounding. It would be difficult to guarantee a victory even if the entire coalition came, but it was ridiculous that only one person approaching was ridiculous. at that time. Someone discovered the identity of the intruder. No, that guy is Kang Jin-hyuk. Just because you came alone, dont let your guard down. Kang Jin-hyuk? The guy who leads the Goinmul Corporation? Hoo. Ive heard that the high-nosed guys of Cheonse are nervous, but The ridicule disappeared. This is because if you are the hottest potato in this war and the protagonist who has shattered many myths, you will never be weak. however. The strongest climber. Yes, Ive heard it a few times. But I wonder if it will be as strong as the rumors. From the point of view of the beasts who enjoy fighting against the strong, Jinhyeoks existence only stimted the sense of goodwill. cooong! thud! A muscr giant that is well over twice the size of the other monsters. La Munch. As amander of corpsmander-level beasts, he was a monster famous for tearing apart Titans with his bare hands during the war with Olympus in the past. Im not here to fight. Ill go back quietly after having a little chat with Asura. Hahaha! You want to talk to Asura-sama? Since when did you start talking during war? Or are you trying to save a pitiful life by ying with your tongue because you are about to lose? If its a fight youll regret it, right? No way. Lamunk raised the huge greatsword in both hands. The green yogipletely swallowed the entire de. As if there was no need for a conversation, the crossed swords moved to cut Jinhyeoks body apart. Boooooong! Incredible speed and power. Enough to be worthy of the reputation of having ughtered the Titans. step. [Trait, Grave of Swords is activated!] [Trait, Supernatural power is activated!] [Trait, Yasuhwa is activated!] It seems that quite a few monsters havent met a proper monster yet. . Wow! The crossed swords stopped abruptly. Jinhyeok read the exact trajectory and got in the gap. Sigh? The first attack was easily blocked, and Ramunk quickly retrieved his sword. I just realized it with a single attack. That if you dont do your best, there will be irreversible consequences. [Lamunch activates his unique ability, Mysterious Illusion!] A superior ability of the supernatural power used by the yaksha. Twelve softly shining arms appeared behind Lamunks back. I will kill you! The five-meter-long sword held in each arm moved at an invisible speed. A sh that split into dozens or hundreds filled the space. at the same time. The two daggers of the Cheonma Singong disappeared. Eighth herbivore. It is a soft curve that sprang up. The curve soon formed the shape of the moon. The moon erased countless shes. Aewol () overwhelming magical powerbined with impable herbivore. As countless experiences were added to it, a perfectly wless sword was created. Lamunk stared nkly at his disappearing sword as if he couldnt believe it. It is something that is not realistic even when you see it with your own eyes. However, the new moon and the old moon dug deeply into my heart for a while. Awesome! Aagh! Fear outweighed the pain. Its different from the gods Ive dealt with so far. Even if they gave everything, there was no possibility of winning. rattle. A body that trembles like an aspen tree. Now who is the coward? A long green yogi spewed out from the sword body of Hongryeon. But just then, when he was about to strike the final blow. Kwaaang! A heavy impact was applied from the side. Jinhyuks body bounced off. It flew several meters and absorbed the impact, but the pain transmitted through the shield was unusual. Muscle strength is like Hercules, no, should we look one step higher than that. throbbing The fingertip holding the sword was numb from the tip. There is only one thing that can give you this much intimidation. How dare you dare to enter my territory without fear, and it is not enough. You must have been prepared for that, right? Asura. The main god with the strongest attack power in the world has appeared. Is it the specialty of these monsters to cut both front and back and wield a sword first? Since there is no brake from the upper water, it is the point at which it is understandable that there is no brake from the lower water. I came to tell you that I was being stabbed in the back by Cheonsae, but isnt the treatment of guests too harsh? what? At Jinhyeoks words, Asura, who had spewed out a terrible murder, hesitated. What do you mean? I told you. Cheonsei is nning to kill all of you. The dog sounds different. To appear out of nowhere and discuss Cheonseis betrayal. Do you think such a clumsy trick will work? Its a clumsy trick Well, its hard to believe it when it suddenly appears and spreads absurd words without evidence. but. Shall we bluff with nothing? Jinhyuk snapped his fingers. Then, a huge screen appeared in the air. [The video ys.] Its show time in earnest from now on. Chapter 623 Episode 623. How a deceased person can destroy a giant force (3) Ugh! In the screen, the scene of Brahma ughtering the beasts was revealed without filtering. To be precise, it was a video made by separately editing only the scene where Cheonsei attacks the beasts after properly cutting the front and back. Have you heard of the devils editing? Bitch Ive heard. Where have noble and proud guys ever experienced such pranks? Whats more, the video, as natural as flowing water, was immersed in the know-how and sense trained while living as a BJ. It was said that Asura and the rest of the beasts would definitely not be able to find any sense of incongruity. In fact, countless Yosoos, including Asura and Ramunk, were intent on staring nkly at the tragedy in the video. Keuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu007 Empty pupils as if possessed by something. The video of thepletely brainwashed people dying horribly left me speechless. Of course, Jinhyeok put in an appropriately spleen and sad BGM. The addition of various special effects also yed a role. These they look like they wouldnt mind chewing them to death Asuras body was iparably bloodier than before. How did you find out about this? This information was obtained by chance while fighting the enemy. As you know, the Cheonsei side has a chance to win, and we are on the verge of defeat. If you think about it after that, you probably thought it would be more efficient to remove the monsters. Cheonse and Asura are inherently hostile. Because of Unknown and the primordial beings, they made a temporary alliance. It wasnt like they were together because they liked each other. Its my fault for trusting that despicable bastard It was something they shouldnt have been together from the beginning. It was like leaving your back to someone more dangerous than the enemy. Regret welled up in my head, but it was already toote. It was because they had already dug deep into the canyon, and since the main forces were scattered, they could not withstand Cheonsei, who had finished all preparations. Mice in poison. There could be no more appropriate expression than that to express their appearance. but. Asuras gaze turned to Jinhyeok. I dont think you came to give us this information with good intentions Why did you bother to help us? Behavior patterns with a firm sense of purpose. There must have been a reason why he had to approach himself. Jinhyuk slowly parted his lips. I dont like being taken advantage of and then abandoned. [The video continues to y.] Since the days of BJ, the life of rolling around like a dog for the benefit of thepany, and scenes of numerous tribes being sacrificed for the benefit of someone have been yed sinceing to the tower. There, Caracal of the Frost de tribe and Alice, who was betrayed by the family heads. The lives of countless people, including Teresa who abandoned themselves for the cause and Andrea who lived as a sacrifice, were recorded. We are a group formed by gathering and gathering those who were at the lowest level. The purpose is to live for the sake of ones own honor and pride, and above all, for the freedom of the people together, not for someone else. A lot of emotions from the past days were buried in the eyes wet with mncholy. At least, from Asuras point of view, it seemed so. Youvee a long way. It was pretty tough. so. Is that why you were trying to warn us? A personality that never bends to anyone. Isnt that why the demons are persecuted by the Cheonse? As if facing a mirror, we were just projected from you. At least I didnt want to see the same tragedy happen again. Do you know when someone feels the greatest trust in someone? Thats when the biggest ordeales. Its time for everyone to betray themselves and put a knife to their throat. And what I have to do Just at the moment when you feel the most emptiness, all you have to do is to sympathize with the pain next to you and express that you will be with us. In particr, if the rtionship is old and the probability that it can hit the back at any time is supported, the effect will inevitably be doubled. [Lv49 Sympathy is activated.] Ability copied through Hana Park. First, it is a skill obtained from the Tower of Trials and a trump card that made many people shed bloody tears. Even Asura, who was like an ice field, was shaken by his acting skills that were already worn out. Are we going to join hands with you and fight Cheonse? You have to hit before you get hit. A hound after the hunt is destined to be boiled to death, but a hound is always needed until the hunt is over. You wouldnt think that the beasts would attack Cheonsei first. In the first ce, even if this war ended, Cheonsei had no n to attack Asura. Of course, there was only one person here who knew that. Certainly if the two of us form an alliance, well have a chance to take a hit. Asura stroked his chin. The worry didntst long. In this situation, there was only one option to choose from. Tell me your n. A huge discord arose within the overwhelming Cheonsei. *** A full day has passed since the war began. It was still a short time to grasp the atmosphere for arge-scale army facing each other, but because both forces fought so fiercely, a huge bloody battle was going on. To the extent that it is not an exaggeration to say that the war almost reached its climax. but. Despite the terrain advantage, the Allies were forced to retreat after retreat. The difference between the troops was also different, but it was because Cheonseis tactics were so outstanding. Brahma won great victories in small and medium-sized local battles in twenty-seven areas of the canyon, and in the meantime, Apollo, Artemis, and Loki were severely injured to the extent that they could no longer fight. and present. The main force led by Brahma was attacking Eden, which was resisting the most fiercely. Quarrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrib in the grove. The sanctuary Zion that Gabriel had spread out was returned to nothingness by Brahma. Thats an absurd ability. Gabriel smiled dejectedly. The left arm controls extinction and the right arm controls creation. When Brahmas unique spearbined with the magical energy flowing throughout the 45th floor, unrealistic things began to be reality. Still, it was a pretty solid castle. It wasnt for nothing that the archangels could face an army alone. Top-notch military ability. The ability to build their own sanctuary in an emptynd was fraudulent. But thats all. If it is not Eden that can fully spread six wings, even the power of the gods will hope for the light. If you surrender, your life will be spared. Our goal is Kang Jin-hyuk. I dont want to be hostile to Eden. Isnt it time for you to focus more on family quarrels? The rebels, led by Uriel, are still looking for an opportunity to devour Eden. In such an atmosphere like thin ice, if Gabriel were to die or be seriously injured, the bnce would copse. Brahma prated right into the most important essence. Hoping that Gabriel and the angels from Eden would just give up. [Gabriel summons the Purification Spear!] Roaring! Holy mes dwelled in the pure white spear. As the mes that consumed even the enemys soul lit up the dawn, the divine beasts next to Brahma staggered backwards. Keuuuuuu Kuaaaa! Just by looking at it, it feels like all the water in your eyes evaporates. To that extent, the divine power emitted by Gabriel was of a different ss. Im sorry, but Kang Jin-hyeok made me live a life of only praying for the next 100 years. It cant be anything other than a catastrophe that reduced the worthiness of praying hard at dawn until now to zero. so that. I intend to keep him for the next 100 years and reap the price. I take it as meaning that I have no intention of surrendering Brahma let out a small sigh. Having said that, there is only one conclusion. Whoa! The left arm in charge of extinction shook violently as the golden light and ck light mixed. Two different lights exploded at once. at the same time. Aaaaaang! Gabriels spear broke through the speed of sound and extended. Creation or destruction is an outrageous ability, but it must have a weakness in that the scope is limited. As long as it doesnt touch the hand, the odds are good enough. Wepete with speed. The eleration from the two pairs of wings maximized the power of the spear of purification several times. However, just before the spear touched the heart, Brahmas eyes opened with a divine eye in the shape of a lotus. [The special skill 1 second foreknowledge is activated!] Brahmas eyes, which can see the future in the short term, saw through the trajectory and target of the spear. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa To-kwa-aang! The window just bounced off. Have you ever thought about it? Divine power and mand who will have the upper hand? Brahmas hand touched Gabriels breastte. Creepy! The moment when the instinct of danger sent the highest warning. The clusters of lights leaned sharply to one side and then spread out as a storm. *** Chee-Ik! Heat gushing along the ground. There was no longer any divine power left in the ce swept by the terrifying light of extinction. So he told me to take care of my own family in moderation, so Im just messing around for no reason, so this is what happened. Brahma approached Gabriel with a face full of annoyance. It was to take the final blow and end the breath. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Again, the left hand was stained with two lights. If he was attacked again now that he had no divine power left, he would never be able to survive. But just then Whoops! [The gate is summoned!] A green gate appeared, and Heimdall appeared in it. This is it. Heimdall rotated the wand in a clockwise direction. A wave like the Milky Way gently wrapped around Gabriel. Kill! It must be dealt with now! The most troublesome existence in the alliance. Heimdall, who found gaps like a mudfish even with the best space distortion barrier open, was bound to be an annoying enemy even after that. Pupperpuppung! All sorts of magic and mythical spells filled the sky. [Heimdall activates his unique ability Light of Asgard!] However, the light made from the rainbow was one tempo faster. Damn it! Sheesh! Lord Latri and Ushas clicked their tongues. It was because the bodies of Gabriel and Heimdall were nowhere to be seen in the ruinednd. Destroying the main base was certainly not a bad achievement, but missing the most important Gabriel. It was ambiguous to say that only then did we achieve a proper victory. Until Agni, the personification of fire, uttered a word. The ce where Heimdall came out just now. It is a ce you know. Agni recalled the topography and features he saw beyond the gate. It was possible to save Gabriel as the dimensions were connected, but instead, the location of where they were was exposed. Ishukura Swamp. It is a ce where numerous swamp monsters live in colonies. Since it was a ce that was almost neglected during the Cheonsei, even the main gods did not know how the ecosystem was formed. Since the headquarters was built in a ce like that of course, it must have been so difficult to find the location of the headquarters. However, thanks to Agnis keen eyes, he got a chance to end the dreaded tag game. Chapter 624 Episode 624. How a dead person can destroy a great power (4) Heimdalls fatal mistake turned the situation upside down once again. The Ishukura Swamp is easy to hide in, but if the location is discovered, there is no hell that has no way out. To save Gabriel and reveal the most important secret. It was rather an opportunity for us. Hahaha! Finally, this bloody fight will end. Anyway, if the head is bad, the body suffers. A sneer broke out among the deities. Now, all you have to do is focus on the widely spread barriers and various spells on the side of the Ishukura Swamp, and slowly hunt down the opponents to catch their breath. Since victory was already certain, the surroundings became festive. Maybe he showed it on purpose. Brahma muttered as if to himself. Even if this ce wasnt Eden, it was strange that the archangel Gabriel would fall in one blow. It was because the archangels were not this weak in my experience of fighting long ago. that it is We have to assume that he was deliberately attacked in order to lure him there. I guess Ill have to say that the continued defeats are also intentional. Its hard to see that they dug a trap on the side of the swamp. Even if the entire army were to ambush, the difference in forces was too overwhelming. Even if you dont know how many times, you wont be able to fill the difference of thousands of times with strategy or tactics. In the end, the part the opponent is aiming for is bound to be apletely different ce. Perhaps Are you trying to save your colleagues? The potential that even a small number of elites can destroy a giant myth. The deep source was the help of the Goinmul Corporation. There is no doubt that he is trying to create a variable through it again this time. Im sure no matter how intelligent I am, I wouldnt know anything else in the temple. Indra. Brahma spoke to the main god left in the temple. ??? Its filthy spacious. Chun Yuseong wandered inside the temple and clicked his tongue. Its been over half a day since Ive been caught here already, but I havent been able to figure out the full scale of the temple. The tangledbyrinth had no end in sight. We must quickly eliminate the enemys remaining forces and upy the base, even if it takes only one minute and one second. However, the only things they encounter are mischievous people. Those who belonged to the main god or the divine servant did not even show their noses. Even the Crystal Room, which can control the entire temple, was not located. If Mr. Pesis had been there at this time, it would have been much easier. Teresa muttered as if regretting it. Why dont we trust my drone and go from now on? is it so. Its not toote yet Lastly, even Lee Tae-min and Yoo Yeon-hwa made a begging request. In fact, there was a reason why I was lost like this. No matter howrge the temple is, it is absurd that this member who has a lot of experience in conquering ruins andbyrinths would be a lost child. But the reason we are in such distress This must be the way. Jims great sense says so. It was because of Alice, the great head of Ataraxia, who was leading the party at the forefront. This division was born because he never admitted that he was wrong, even if he died, on a subject whose sense of direction was close to zero. Elise stood firm in her assertion. Judging from his sniffing nose, it seemed that he was chasing after the reverberation of blood but I couldnt figure out what the reason was. It smells. It must have smelled of blood mixed with unpleasant incense. It was when Ellis turned corner after corner. Whoops! A huge crystal ball appeared out of nowhere with strange magic. Its a location outside the meaning that its hard to imagine that youll really be here. Oh my God Did you really find it? The rest of the members shouted in surprise. Ahem! Didnt Jim say that? All you have to do is trust this amazing feeling! Elise headed forward confidently. however. bang! Ah! Alices forehead hit the transparent wall. As if blocked by something, an invisible barrier was spreading. red-hot forehead. Tears welled up in both eyes. You dare block Jims path [Blood Spears is activated!] Red skewers made of blood immediately hit the barrier. but. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! The wall did not budge even in the attack loaded with mana. If magic doesnt work Strong magic power was concentrated in the soft flowers feet. back kick. The kick, which boasts the most powerful attack power in Taekwondo, exploded. A heavy shock spread along the surface of the barrier. I should do something. Its built strong, so I dont have to worry about it copsing, right? Kagagak! Teresas holy name and swords filled with divine power rushed in. Lee Tae-mins drones fired magic missiles. Puffup! Pew! Brilliant brilliance and explosions filled the aisle. A huge storm blew up, shaking the temple. But this time, the result was the same. The transparent walls were still there. There wasnt a single scratch like that. What kind of wall is this You have to go through here to get inside. I wondered why it was because there were no troops to monitor it, but it was for this reason. Thats an iron wall. Now I understand why there is no onemon sentry. Seeing that there was no response despite all kinds of attacks, I thought it was not a structure that simply damages and destroys it. right at that moment. [The gate opens.] A very familiar figure appeared in front of everyone. what? Why is everyone doing this here? He tilts his face and makes an innocent expression. It was Jinhyeok. brother! brother! contractor! Mr. Jinhyeok! It hasnt been long since we broke up, but there were so many things that made me feel happy many times over. Only one. Sheesh! You didnt die and somehow managed toe alive. Except for Cheon Yoo-seong, who is dissatisfied with everything. Anyway, even if I met him in hell, he would bite and chew on me. To the point where I wonder how to live while exposing my venom in everything. Why did youe here to fight? I properly dug traps and lured the enemies. Of course, we have to go back as soon as possible. The situation with the friends who act as bait over there is not very good. The Ishkura Swamp shown through Heimdall. Brahma may be a little suspicious, but in the end he will take the bait. Until then, if we dont quickly finish our work here and join them, the alliance will have no choice but to be annihted. In other words. From now on, its a battle to see who hits the back of the opponent first. Then we will hold out as long as we can over there. When youe, even if I dont open the gate, you and your colleagues wille on your own, right? Dont worry, well pick up a nice car and go. I dont know what you mean but if its you, then its fine. i get it. Heimdall, who opened the gate, turned around. When Heimdall disappeared, Jinhyeok opened his mouth again. Still, did you manage to find the crystal room? Its all thanks to Jims active work. But for some reason, no matter how hard I try, I cant get in there. You cant break this with anything. Of course, long-distance magic attacks are not allowed and can only be cut with extremely refined pure sword steel. Get out of the way for a moment. As the Grave of Swords and Cheongma Singong unfolded, the dagger had a sharp aura like a thread. quickly and discreetly. The key is to sh with one sword strike. Awesome! Jinhyeoks sword cut through the air. however. !? Where the de passed, only a thin red line remained. Again, the results did not change dramatically. This is strange. Why is this? Cold sweat ran down Jinhyuks face. I was quite embarrassed, even my fingers trembled. Ha, as expected I didnt practice every day, just yed and ate, so my skills seemed to have deteriorated. Chun Yuseong clicked his tongue as if he knew that. At the same time, he patted Jinhyeok on the shoulder and stepped forward. Have a look behind the scenes. Ill show you how strong Ive be in the meantime. Pants! [Unique Singer White Night is activated!] [The whole body Sword of Remembrance and Death is realized!] This time, I will definitely cut it down and surpass Kang Jin-hyeok. In other words, I have no intention of following the shadow of a smirking old figure who is alwayscent in reality. In a space where even the sound of breathing has disappeared. Chun Yoo-seong exploded the sword attack that had beenpressed to the limit. Kaka Gagak! A sword that could split the entire temple. of course. The use of dragons did not change the results. Poop! Jinhyeok failed to hold back hisughter. Kuk! The nape of Chun Yoo-seongs neck burned red. Hey, our swordsmen in the world are just like me. I think I went to the pc room instead of the practice room after dancing wildly at dawn every morning? Shut up! theres no way I wont be Just one more Just one more! Kwak Kwak Kwak! Kagagagak! The sword moved like crazy. As if I wouldnt think of it any more. and. Watching Chun Yoo-seong use the dragon, Jin-hyeok nodded as if satisfied. Take a hundred days. Theres even gold in there. The sword is a horn. In the first ce, this is a special barrier that is resistant to magic and physical attacks. It has the characteristic of absorbing the mana and turning it into its own energy as the intruder pours mana to destroy it. Thats why I needed a person who could inject as much energy as possible, but thanks to the right person by my side at the right time, things went smoothly. How many minutes had passed since then? cooong! Chun Yuseong knelt down on the spot. It was because he swung his sword thousands of times in a short period of time and exhausted all of his mana and stamina. Heh-eog hee-eog hee-eok. It looked like he was about to die just from breathing. This must have been enough magic power. Then lets move slowly. Jinhyuk slowly walked forward. Lulu L. Its a bonus to hum calmly. [Inherited ability Ancient Barrier is activated!] The barrier art that has already reached the level has destroyed dozens ofyers of barriers that have been intricately spread out so lightly. you you! An earthquake urred in the pupil of Cheon Yuseong. The veins protruding from the eyes looked like they would have cut them off immediately had they had even the slightest bit of strength left. But, no matter how bad the momentum is, what will you do? The game is already over. Your noble sacrifice. I will not forget. Jinhyeok stood in front of Sujeonggu. There was a reason why I took all these risks and came here. From the outside, its just one of those bases that seem usable. However, there was a secret in this temple that only the highest god of the world knew. Took. Put your finger on the crystal ball and rearrange the positions of theplex ancient runes. [All stored damage is reced with magical power.] [The aerial fortress Vimana is activated!] The sleeping aerial fortress began to move. One of the strongest holy relics possessed by Cheonsei. Now is the time to surprise your enemies. Chapter 625 Chapter 625. Aerial Fortress Vimana (1) Earth shaking. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Part of the temple began to rise into the sky. Debris that fell off made a mess under the ground. Soon after, the shadows cast by the fortress colored the ground as dark as night. Aagh! Aagh! How on earth is the fort operating? For the time being, it was said that there was no way to replenish magic Who The soldiers guarding the temple screamed. The sleeping aerial fortress started waking up out of nowhere, so of course I was embarrassed. In particr, the aerial fortress, which required enormous magical power, had not been operated for a while, so I never imagined that this would happen. If most of the main army had not left, there would have been no possibility of obtaining this. Blind faith in the barrier, their only defense, and arrogance, convinced that no outsiders could know information about Vimana, also yed a part in obtaining this fortress. However, Cheonsae was not suffering as well. Even if the main force had left the temple, there were still tens of thousands of reserve troops scattered throughout the area. Keeeh! Koooooo! Attack! Everyone cling! You must never surrender the fortress to the enemy! The elite troops on Shinsoo flew towards the aerial fortress. It was unexpected that Vimana was taken away, but the luck ended there. Intruders will never know how to manipte Vimana, which took hundreds of years even for Vishnu. I was so sure Cuckoo coo! [Viminas special weapon Cradle of Purification is activated!] A stream of me that wipes out the enemys army. Super-hot mes headed towards the allies. Roaring! Kwok-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! There is no room for screaming. The horror that turned even the bones into ashes burned away even the sense of pain. The sky, where thousands of divine beasts disappeared, regained its tranquility as if it had never been. Big. Its a hot fire game. Thats why you need to choose a good car. Looking at the ground turned into a sea of fire, Jinhyeok eximed. As the title of the final weapon. The power of the newly acquired weapon was beyond imagination. I never thought there would be a n like this. How does your real brother know all this? brother. The word that it is the second episode of hyungs life is floating around on the inte, but the more I look at it these days, the more I dont think its a joke. Our contractor is unique among men. With Jim as his spouse No, the man who made the deal couldnt be ordinary. Theres some strange word in there. Mr. Alice. Reactions of astonishment erupted from all over the ce. kill. This such a head Except for Cheon Yoo-seong, who correctly put the straw in. Anyway, the son of a boy is narrow-minded. Didnt everything go so well thanks to you? Didnt you cheat on me! Its a white lie. White lies. Chun Yoo-seong red at him with bloodshot eyes, but Jin-hyeok let go of his gaze while humming. Anyway, it was because I was able to cheat moderately by saying that the Hogu Swordsman would have a confrontationter and give me a rare sword. Besides, the most important thing right now is to use this fortress to secure the first lotus, which is the heart of the world. If Anubis or Beriel endures as much time as possible, they will be able to endure one more day. It felt like the possibilities were increasing. But just then Kurleung! Lightning began to gather in the dry sky. Its the right rear! Teresas shrill shout struck the hull with a heavy impact that pierced the eardrum. Wow! A part of the defense shield spread in the air fortress was blown away. Sheesh! Have you recovered in the end? Jinhyeok immediately flew towards Fumi. There is only one thing that can exert this much power. There is only the brain god Indra. ??? Painful humiliation. There could be no better word to describe this situation. Pudeudeuk. Indra gritted his teeth as he watched the unchained chains and the rising fortress. The great Lord Brahma himself instructed them to guard the captives, but failing to do so was not enough, and even Vimana was taken away. It was a mistake to try to rectify the mistake as quietly as possible when I first realized that I had missed the prisoners. I should have told you all and asked for support. You really dragged me down to hell. there is no turning back now Brahma may not know it, but to survive the fiery Shiva, he has to deal with this. [Indra activates her unique ability Seven Clouds!] A girl standing on a small cloud summoned countless thunderbolts. Kurreung Ureung! I dont know how he gathered the power of Vimana, but he only gathered a very close amount. There are too many gaps. Indras gaze turned to the corner of the floating fortress. A huge amount of horse power is required to lift this huge float and move it at high speed. Rtively, the power to defend against the outside had to weaken. That is, as long as he doesnt continue to inject magic power. Just by looking at my eyes, you seem to know what Im talking about. What roughly. I dont mind. Ha I cant help but think that there is a traitor inside us, but thats it, well have to find it slowlyter. Do you see how the situation is against you? If they are caught obediently now, I will spare their lives. Buy it and be fine. Hey, are you merciful? Even Poppy, who grows up next door, wont believe that. Jinhyuk raised his middle finger. Indras eyes went cold . Sure. I have no choice but to burn it to ck. [Thundercloud C Sculpture Cloud is activated!] Lightnings were connected between the borately cut clouds. Attack power is also attack power, but the power of lightning is so powerful because of its speed. Pachichik! In the blink of an eye, the lightning bolts prated through Jinhyeoks Vimana defense towers. Pupperpuppung! Kwaaang! Most were intercepted or offset by the light emanating from the air fortifications. Even if it was a half-sized fortress, the basic defensive ability itself was out of specification. however. Some passed through and reached the ce where the party was. The strongest lightning in the world that burns even the divine power. And what was fired at it [Unique Singer Thunder God is activated!] Simrly, it was the strongest attack that sustained a myth. The name of the god Zeus. Jinhyeok lightly swung the blue lightning in his right hand. Kwaaang! Even Indrasst bolt of lightning shattered in midair. that!? An earthquake urred in Indras pupil. theres no way you wouldnt know How could you not know? The trademark of the strongest rival and the main god that he wanted to trample on without fail. A very small number of lightning users in the Tower of Trials. Among them, Zeus was rumored to handle the strongest lightning on all floors except the 50th floor. Of course, as a god with the same lightning ability, his pride is bound to be hurt. Jinhyeok dug into that point and provoked Indra. Just to copy her abilities. [Copy condition: Indra has had a strong sense of inferiority deep in his heart since a long time ago. If you subdue her with Zeus abilities and clothes from such Indra, you will be able to copy one of her unique abilities or skills. However, depending on how humiliatingly trampled, the proficiency of the copied ability is applied differently.] Actually, this part is not very difficult. It is because he has already studied how to destroy the pride of countless victims, including Chun Yoo-seong. Jinhyeok looked at the long, sleek Astrafe. And this time, I looked at the small and dainty Indras lightning. Put. Raise one corner of your mouth slightly upwards. The point is to make people smile. Even if I didnt say it openly, this little act itself was much more provocative. Quick. This wormy bastard. As expected, Indras expression twisted sternly. *** The time when the war between the giant powers is getting more and more intense. Unknown, one of the most important figures in this case, was also moving to create a variable. Whoops! Purple aura slowly gathering. The grudges and souls extracted to recreate the power of the heyday were sucked into Unknowns body. toote. It should have been over soon, but something is strange. Operators including 2 chickens and JJ nervously watched Unknown. Despite pouring an excessive amount of soul into it, Unknowns power was hardly recovering. Something that does not make sense tomon sense. Something is wrong. The eagle owl is definitely locked up, right? Yes. No matter how bad it is, its impossible to get out of it right now. Then Saeyeongeonhwans side? Existence that can y pranks is extremely limited. JJ scanned the souls once again. Extremely delicate and sophisticated. You need to find clues to the feeling of heterogeneity. [Operators special skill 4D MRI is activated!] Severalyers of wavelengths transcended time and space around Unknown and began to search for clues. Once, twice, ten times over and over until you find something. how long has it been like that? This. 2 A worm the size of a speck of dust was captured by the chickens senses. It was so small and insignificant that it was unrecognizable, but the little bugs were leaking trace amounts of liquid, diluting the concentration of souls that Unknown was supplied with. Also, we could see a scene where small flying insects were flying somewhere with part of their magic power. The operator wasnt on their side. I only cared about the enemies outside, but that was a mistake. The source of the disturbance was much closer than expected. same time. In a space full of wriggling tentacles, Nyathotep and Shubnigurath settled together. Its going smoothly. As expected, its amazing how the operators handle their work. Nyathotep giggled, savoring the gathering power. I could feel how pure and powerful the souls and grudges that I had collected to return the Unknown to their prime were. But will it be okay? Ive tried my best, but theyll find out sooner orter. It doesnt matter. Its wrong that the lowly ones didnt understand the subject and tried to use us. Shubnigurath said as if he didnt care at all. Well, I was disgusted to see the operators boasting. Nyathotep also flicked his staff in sympathy. In fact, the only thing the primeval beings are embarrassed about is that man, not the operator. Operators were only in a horizontal rtionship, not a top-down rtionship. As long as the purpose can be achieved it means that it doesnt matter if you use it and throw it away at any time. After we gain strength, we cut off Kang Jin-hyuks limbs. Then he wont be dissatisfied. Or rather, he might like it. There wont be an event as stimting and thrilling as the Operators and the Primordial Beings attacking each other from behind. Just like that. A war that wont happen has begun. Chapter 626 Chapter 626. Aerial Fortress Vimana (2) Betrayal. The primeval beings properly blew the backs of the operators. It absorbed arge amount of souls and grudges going to Unknown. And the primeval beings who gathered enormous power immediately aimed for the heart where the operators were. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! A huge tentacle wriggled and attacked Unknown. Purple waves overflowed. The magical storm created by that began to fill the huge space. Meeeeeeee! Koooooo! At the time of Outbreak, the apostles of Shubniguras, who had turned Korea into a mess, appeared through the holes pierced by the tentacles. You bastard! Are you serious about fighting us! JJ couldnt hold back his anger and made the gship. I dont even know what my priorities are right now! The 2 chickens and the rest of the operators also pulled out their weapons. The holy relics that had not yet been revealed to the tower exuded a terrifying life force. Whoops. Judging from the fact that the teeth are exposed, it seems Unknown hasnt woken up yet. Shubnigurath moved slowly. Next to it, various gods in charge of the axis of Cthulhu, including Tulcha, lined up. Nyathotep! Does this mean you will betray him? What that man asked for were two things: tearing off the limbs of the deceased person corporation and securing Ellis. As long as that goal can be achieved, there is no point in going through the middle stages. Im not the kind of person who cares about such things. The concept of colleague was not included in the propensity to pursue ones own interest and fun. Even if all the operators die, it means that the man wont be disturbed at all. Nyathotep read exactly that mans character. What do you want? For what purpose did you put the knife to our throats? Its simple. In fact, you have something in your hands that is quite a headache for us. You know what it is, right? Thest clue to finding the Necronomicon. The only piece of debris that could threaten primeval beings. It was the only leash the operators put around the necks of the uncontroble monsters. but. It must have been top secret that the item was with the operators. what if you refuse? You will all die here. Nyathotep lightly pped his staff. Fighting! [The abyss that cant be encountered is awakening!] Wow. Huge snow appeared hundreds of meters across the ground. [Due to special effects. All beings in this field will continuously suffer fatal damage to the mind!] [The more magic power is used, the more poison umtes in the body.] Now, the power is halved scattered throughout the tower. Operators were put in a position where they had to make the worst possible choice. *** same time. On the 45th floor of the Tower of Trials, a war was unfolding that depended on the fate of various giant powers. Pachichik! shing sparks. Different lightning prides collided in one space. I will never let you live. Indra gathered the lightning from the cloud all at once. Terrible thunderbolts rumbled, turning the entire sky ck. Indra, riding on a piece of cloud, quickly closed the distance. [Vimanas defense skills are activated!] [Infinite carpet unfolds!] Knock! p! Fire spewed from numerous turrets. Barriers ranging in size from 1 to 10 were tightly packed around the fortress. A mobile fortress that turned countless powers and strongholds into a sea of fire. True to its reputation, the number of magic bullets emitted from the entire fortress was uncountable. but. No way! Boooooong! A small cloud in a small body. Indra, who specializes in speed, escaped all of those attacks with a sh of lightning. As if you said you knew the attack patterns of this fortress. Its definitely effective. For Indra, the stimnt called Zeus is like an instant potion that produces results. You can provoke as many times as you like now, but you have to drag it out a little longer to get the highest level skill. It took more time to spread the bait to lure Cheonsei. What are you going to do, contractor? Ummm. Could you take care of me for a bit and fight? There are some things I need to prepare. What else are you nning to do wrong? Still, the name and color are strong people who have umted karma, so fight ordingly. Alice, who was well aware of Jinhyeoks fighting style, looked at Indra with pity. Thinking of not only physically hurting but also mentally shattering, it seems that I feel some pity for it. Its crazy. Dont you know I always fight seriously? Im sure its like that. Anyway, I get it. Lets do the defense of this huge fortress by ourselves. thank you. You will need some aids to achieve exactly what you are in copying conditions. Jinhyeok bought some clothes from the coin exchange. Meanwhile. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Tuquaang! Indras pursuit of Vimanas weakness became more intense as time passed. Fires raged all over the fort. I wont let you stick! Lee Tae-min summoned thousands of drones. [Lee Tae-min activates the unique voice Last Meister!] Air-to-air guided missiles aimed at Indra. Pupperpuppung! A thermpression bomb with the most powerful power other than nuclear bombs. The effect of maximizing damage by creating a vacuum in the explosion area could even cut down the main characters defense. In an instant, the surroundings of the fort were filled with heat and smoke. And, taking advantage of the gaps where the vision was blocked, Teresa and Yoo Yeon-hwa moved. [Teresa activates Call of the Stars!] Meteor showers bit their tails, creating a cinematic spectacle. It would not be easy to hit Indra, who is so fast, but with this number of meteors, they could pose a threat. Softening also pursued Indras ki with the only ranged attack. [Flexibility activates Lv29 Taecheong Ganggi!] The tangible Kanggi spread out in the form of a fist. Passed by three rankers. Ive done it Oops. Lee Taemin, who was talking, quickly covered his mouth. He identally memorized the magical resurrection spell. Its like annoying flies. Do you think you can catch me with something like this! As expected, an angry Indra appeared openly. Still, they are members who have experience with the main main level yers, but the main main character on the 45th floor showed a different status. Right then. sh! A ray of blue light struck Indra. Aagh! For the first time, a painful scream escaped Indras mouth. A white beard with a profusely grown white beard. If someone were to y the drunkard Zeus on Halloween, I wondered what this would look like. Uh hmm!e here. Jinhyeok made a solemn expression. I tried to get as close to Zeus as possible, but that actually blew Indras reason. In front of me How dare you pretend to be an old man who is obsessed with that woman? [Indra activates 7 clouds C Cumulonimbus (ey)!] A cloud with the most destructive power among the 7 clouds. A powerful mass of lightning headed over Jinhyeoks head. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah Kwah! A circr column reaching 20 m was made. Immediately a huge light fell from the sky. at exactly the right time. Jinhyeok concentrated his magic on his fingertips. [Rain God (Thunder God) C Lightning Bracelet is activated!] A thin and wide meningeal membrane spread over Vimana. Aaaaaang! Lightning collided with lightning and sparks spread in all directions. bnce of subtle forces and powers. Indra poured more and more ferocious magic. is pushed Fortunately, thanks to Vimanas unique shield, the cumulonimbus lightning did not reach the aerial fortress. thump! Jinhyuks whole body felt a heavy shock. Indras power was stronger than expected. Jinhyuk frowned and staggered slightly. Of course, it wasnt Indra who would miss such a small gap. Funny. Instead of grasping the tricks of power, its like being swayed by a gigantic force! I dont know how he got his hands on Zeus power, but that power is too much for a human to handle. only one battle. However, that once determined which sides lightning was more powerful. It sure tastes spicy. Jinhyuk nodded. I wont deny that there are differences in skill level or experience. Needless to say, the effectiveness of handling lightning. But you know what? That this fight isnt just about determining superiority or inferiority in strength? Above all, this side hadnt even taken out a proper tile yet, including the crown. [Energy recharged.] Its nice to hit with excitement You should have known that Vimanas crystal ball is still hungry for a while. What is it? Could it be that lightning can be reced with energy? An earthquake urred in Indras pupil. such nonsense. It is rtively easy to store it in a crystal ball because it is a kind of sword steel that is so pure and easy to control. However, among nature, lightning in particr was difficult to handle and unpredictable, so it was never used in crystal balls. Even if it was himself, who could be said to be the pinnacle of lightning. however. What on earth is that guy? I heard that you mainly deal with swords and barriers. No, even if you say you can handle lightning well, how much can a mortal who cant live 100 years? Indra felt fear for the first time. However, it was already toote. Vimanas power is over charged. [Coordinates 112 235 339. Checked.] Ugh! I immediately casted space movement toward the destination. A heavy silence hung over the lightning-covered sky. ??? Aaghh! Aagh! Break through! Almost won! Stop! We have to hold on somehow! A battlefield with shouts and shouts. The Confederacy, entrenched in the swamp, was holding out with all their might. Cheonse was on the verge of overriding the defense wall of such an alliance and solidifying his victory. there are no variables Most of the principals were cornered. Most of therge-scale monsters living in the swamp were also overpowered. Even the retreat waspletely blocked, so I was confident that I could annihte all enemies within half a day. Now, if Unknown activates the covenant, the world outside the tower will perish and all beings that can threaten us will disappear. If there were no yers, no one would climb the tower. everything will flow as it should And if that happens, you will be able to enjoy a rxing vacation away from the task youve been waiting for so long. It was when I was imagining that. [An urgent message has arrived from the Lord Indra.] Indras face turned pale. V Brahma. The words that came out of her mouth took away sweet dreams about the future in an instant. It was because the ce the enemy was aiming for was the ce where the first lotus flower, which could be said to be the heart of the world, was located. Chapter 627 Episode 627. Crouching Great Temple (1) Right now Brahmas voice trembled violently. I cant believe. I never thought that what I denied woulde true. How the hell does he even know that information? How was he able to control the air fortress Vimana? Thousands of questions cluttered my head . I couldnt afford to worry about that right now. Stop fighting right now! The first lotus flower is a symbol of the world and at the same time the source of power to maintain the 45th floor. At any rate, if he loses it, Cheonsei will no longer have a chance to go upstairs. It just has to be stopped. Even if it means sacrificing everything else. but. [Beriel throws Dark Spear Kishan!] [Gabriel activates Promation of Sanctuary!] Quaaaaaaaa! Whoa! Different lights blended together. Demonic magic and divine power simultaneously exploded on the army of Cheonsei, who was about to retreat. Aagh! Aagh! The limbs are cut off and the whole body is burned. Terrible magical storms exploded one after another, resulting in a huge number of victims. It seemed that he hadnt done his best on purpose until now. Never let the enemy go back! Strike! Odin and Cronus encouraged the remaining troops to switch to the offensive. [The Absolute of each myth activates the special skill cry of the tribe!] [The morale of members belonging to the myth increases by 250%!] [Attack power and fighting spirit increase dramatically as physical strength decreases!] Here and there Various buffs and wide area skills were activated. A roar erupted from all over the realm, as if the sky was roaring. Kuk! Brahma clicked his tongue at the unexpected counterattack. It is clearly a power car that cannot bepared yet. however. Everything changed the moment I showed my back to move to the ce where the first lotus flower was. The cornered mouse started to bite the cat. However, Cheonse, who had no choice, had no choice but to issue an order to retreat even at the cost of huge losses. ??? Same time. Jinhyeok, riding on Vimana, arrived at the Unkran Grand Temple with the first lotus flower. It is located in the deepest part of the entire 45th floor, and at the same time, it is the ce with the most energy of Mother Nature. Its also a ce where security is rtively loose. To prevent the mixing of external impure energy. Thanks to that, getting in here is not that difficult. of course. There is no way that Cheonsei would have left the most important holy relic unprotected. Jinhyeok slowly checked the entrance to the forest. At first nce, it looks ordinary, but if you go inside without thinking, you cant get out forever. Is it abyrinth? Chun Yoo-seong also sensed a subtle sense of incongruity emanating from the entrance. It was the same with Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min, who were worn out. It wont be easy to attack. I sent 7 S-ss detection drones, but they all lost reception. Even wide-area detection drones that can cover several kilometers in one minute cannot detect it. This is not something that can be resolved in a day or two. What are you going to do, contractor? Alice nced at Jinhyeok. Now, when a situation arises, it has be a matter of course to trust and follow Jinhyeoks decision. Even Chun Yoo-seong, even though he grumbled, quietly followed along. Its unfortunate, but its impossible for me topletely attack this area within a few hours. Even if Brahma or Shiva or Vishnu were in this ce instead of me, the result would be the same. There is no such thing as a perfect solution. but. There are exceptions to everything. that buck Behind the members, new figures appeared. Hmm. Looks like we got it right. Lord. All missions have beenpleted. In the first ce, the probability of sess was 72.5%. huh. They were Pesis, Wolyeong, and Frey. They were entrusted with destroying the seven towers around the crouching temple. In order to enter this, the barrier spread across the Great Temple had to be weakened, but the Tower of Torment, consisting of seven, was ying that role. Each tower was guarded by named-ss gods and guardians, but the threepleted their respective tasks perfectly. Mr. Pesis, please lead the way. In order to attack in the shortest period of time, Pesis help is absolutely necessary. Its not enough, but Ill do my best. Pesis grinned. Jinhyuks gaze turned to the side. Yeonhwa and Taemin stay here and protect Vimana. By now, the other side will probably notice and send all their efforts to protect the lotus flower. It is Lee Tae-mins mechanical corps that can show off the greatest firepower in the Great War. It should be optimized for defense as it can fight thousands of troops alone. As a wingman, the flexible shoes that have beenbined for a long time were matched. And Yoosung, Ill ask you to go to the entrance. Stop the enemys pursuit as much as possible. You mean alone? Chun Yoo-seongs eyebrows curled in a reverse shape. The enemys first priority is to protect the first lotus rather than to recapture Vimana. Since I was entrusted with the most dangerous mission alone, I had no choice but to be reluctant. Its something that can only be entrusted to the most reliable and strong people. Who else could be here but you? me? no way. I have no clue. Keuheum Well, thats not wrong. right? Besides, as the vice-captain of the Goinmul Corporation, wouldnt the rest of the members be reassured if you step in at a time like this? Thats true, too. Are you going to do it? Before that Chun Yoo-seongs hand touched the handle of the sword. A bleak life slowly bloomed. Youre not going to throw me away after using me again, are you? Having suffered dozens of hundreds of times, it has now reached the point where the suspicious disease dominates the whole body. However, no matter how suspicious he was, Jinhyeok did not change his expression and looked at Chun Yooseong with a bright gaze. You are one of my most trusted colleagues. Dont worry, that will never happen. With a voice that doesnt waver at all. A hand imbued with conviction was ced on Chun Yoo-seongs shoulder. Okay. Ill trust youst. Its right that the strongest person is in charge of thest line. Chun Yoo-seong epted the job. So each role is determined. Jinhyeok headed in front of the huge statue at the entrance. Dark red magic radiated from the statue that looked simr to Haetae. Cuckoo Cuckoo! The statue, which did not respond to the drones, did respond to the approach of the intruders. Those who dare to enter the sacred area. They will not escape death! A loud voice rang out. Is it Gate Guardian? It wont be easy from the start. Its pretty strong. Yes. It is magic that even numbs the skin. This level of voice alone must mean that it is a fairly powerful divine beast. but. It does not blindly attack intruders. [Divine Guardian throws a three-question answer. If you answer all the questions correctly, you will be able to enter safely, and if you give even one wrong answer, you will face the guardians wrath!] Like the Sphinx in Egypt, it only serves as a gatekeeper suggesting a game to the opponent. Well, getting involved in this game itself is what theyre aiming for, though. The questions given by the guardians are virtually impossible to answer because they consist of inside information only they know that cannot be answered. Even if you give an incorrect answer, a debuff is applied to all stats. In particr, if you focus on dark attribute abilities, you will receive an additional penalty equal to twice the existing debuff. Ites to the conclusion that it is better to fight now, before the question is asked, than to fight after the question is answered. Im going to ask you three questions from now on. Answer them correctly. The guardian looked at the intruders one by one with blue eyes. While creating an atmosphere in which anyone can naturally get involved. The Unkran Great Temple is a sacred ce that even the gods of the world cannot enter without permission. However, if some of the permitted high priests do this, they are permitted to enter. Tell me what it is. Jinhyeok didnt answer the question. 3 seconds. 2 seconds. 1 second After a certain amount of time passed, the guardian giggled and stood up. Crunchy! The stones shattered and Haetaes gigantic body exposed its teeth. It was because I was thinking of munching on it alive after applying the debuff. Right then. Tuuk. Arge magic crystal fell at Haitais feet. It was characterized by a strange whirlwind inside the magic stone, which was a little different from the normal magic stone. This, this? Haitais voice trembled violently. This is because the unbearably sweet scent prated every cell. Heh. Jinhyuk smiled confidently. I cant stand it. How could a divine beast refuse the special nutritional diet that made even the ancient sweet potato turn its tail like a motor? Moreover, for a guardian who has lived only on dew because of penance, the current scent is bound to be more fatal. [Mentra Taming is activated.] As long as he used his unique abilities specialized in taming divine and phantom beasts, the result was as if it were fixed. Ill tell you the answers to all three questions at once. Jinhyeok took out another magic stone and waved it in front of the guardian. The correct answer is magic stone candy that is good for the body and tastes good. Mastandard candycandy. Like a zombie, the guardian followed what Jinhyeok said. How is it? Thats the correct answer. Isnt it? . For a moment, it seemed as if his inner worries were passing by, but he soon made up his mind. Thats correct. [You have passed the three questions.] [You have obtained 1 Key of High Priest.] Jinhyeok received the key from the guardians mouth. Then he pushed the key into the tiny crack in the entrance. Chunk! [Another entrance to Unkran Grand Temple is open!] [You have found a special passage for high priests.] [The difficulty of thebyrinth is reduced by 50%!] Jinhyeok You always go far beyond mymon sense. Pesis shook her head with a puzzled expression. When I first saw thisbyrinth, I had a lot of trouble figuring out how to attack it, but with Jinhyeok, it was the most atrociousbyrinth. *** About 1 hourter. [The gate opens!] Numerous gates opened near the entrance of the Kungkran Great Temple. The vanguard to protect the first lotus has arrived. At the forefront is Shiva, the god of destruction. He is one of the three gods of the world and is regarded as the strongest of all gods in terms of power. Where are humans? . As soon as she crossed over from the gate, something was caught in Shivas senses, which were detecting magical powers. It was Cheon You-seong . Theres a lot of them . Is it just one person guarding the entrance? Shiba let out a long sigh. His rage at the fact that he looked at them in such a funny way grew mad. At the same time, he drank that one person alive. I vowed to rip off Jinhyeoks head at once. At that time, To be honest, before the fight, if I have to confess, Ive been scammed a lot. I was sucked up to the very marrow by that bastard. Chun Yoo-seong spat out an unexpected remark. The damn bastard Kang Jin-hyeok? You mean youve been living with the same side? Because people you know are more terrifying. Hah so. If you want to listen to your stupidining No, Cheon Yoo-seong . I just wanted to say that it wasnt a scam this time. As soon as Chun Yu-seong finished his words, a huge amount of magic power suddenly appeared here and there. This time, unlike Chun You-seong, it wasnt unfamiliar magic. You Shivas mouth opened wide. Chapter 628 Episode 628. Crouching Abbey (2) Jeobuck. Many shadows walking by. Why are you Shivas voice trembled violently. It had to be. Because the people in front of me right now were the ones who should never be here. Asura who rules the Yokai. And numerous monsters following him tightly surrounded him. Why are you surprised that we are here? Of course! Didnt you and Brahma decide to strike an alliance in the Ishkura Swamp! It was originally meant to be. Asura slowly stepped forward. Stop! As we closed the gap bit by bit, Shiva growled and gave a warning. It was an instinctive feeling that something was not serious. Suddenly betraying us. What are you thinking? Brahma and Vishnu have worked so hard to ept you. You ept? Dont bullshit! You were the first to stab us in the back. Did you dare to kill our children and think they would be safe? what? killed? we? Dont pretend! Because I already know that you tried to get us out as soon as this thing is over. for a moment! Shiva eximed urgently. It became clear that there was a solid misunderstanding, but there was no time left to talk to Asura. In addition, thanks to Chun Yu-seongs moderate scratching, the effect of provocation doubled. Tsk tsk. If youre on the same side and get caught, you make excuses by spreading outright lies. If it were me, I would have bitten my tongue and died because I was embarrassed. dead No, to live up to the name Shiva, wouldnt it be more appropriate toe out like this? It is Cheon Yoo-seong who has already learned various tongue movements from Jin-hyeok. The level of provocation was not reached to the maximum level, to the point of destroying the opponents mentality. In particr, the shock came several times bigger to Shiva, who had never been insulted as the supreme deity. That a human bastard who will rip you apart! Hahaha! Rather, the human side is cooler. What are you doing? Wipe out all those filthy bastards! When Asurasmand was given, a ghastly lifeblood flowed from the beasts. Everyone had seen how theirrades were being treated, so they had no intention of putting ejaction in their hands. Koooooo! Oooh! The beasts rushed towards the Cheonse army in unison. Sir Shiva! Yo monsters areing! Stupids. Shiva couldnt hold back his anger and made the gship. Asura, who fell for the tricks of the enemies, was very frustrated, but at the same time, I was impressed that he designed this situation by urately digging into the psychology of Asura and the beasts. enemies but great But at the same time, I also felt that I was fortunate. okay. rather it went well Because I couldnt be with them anyway. At this point, it wouldnt be bad to destroy all the asuras and beasts to get rid of the regrets about the future. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! Tuquaaang! Immediately, the two armies started fighting fiercely in the woods. and. The strategy of blowing ones nose without touching ones hands is always amazing. Chun Yuseong, who had been watching the battle leisurely, stuck out his tongue. On the one hand, I felt a bit of sympathy and a strange sense of sympathy for the enemies who were swung by that old man like a serpent. *** Upon entering thebyrinth, Jinhyeok and the members of the Goinmul Corporation moved quickly. This way. Thanks to Pesis standing in the lead, we were able to find the correct path even in the midst of numerous crossroads. Furthermore, since Haetae, whom he had just lured with a magic stone, was with him, the attack speed was bound to be dozens of times faster than before. If you pull out the ruby at the end of the trident Mischief! Wooduk! You can prevent the Guardians from waking up. gulp! Its delicious, but the quantity is a bitcking. Give me one more. Continue to throw us useful information. Next time, Ill give you a magic crystal coated with the special sauce. Whoa! Thats a mouth-watering word. Thick saliva dripped from Haitais mouth. After all, the best way to seduce divine or phantom beasts is to eat them regardless of the east and west. This is the moment when the cooking skills that have been reached through Different World Restaurant shine properly. Took! Jinhyeok stepped on the rocks in the cliff in the order Haetae had told him. If I took one wrong step, I would have gone to the next world, but there was no reason to be afraid as long as I knew the correct answer. [Breaked the 13th level gateway!] [Breached the 14th level gateway!] [15th level gateway] [Breached!] Thebyrinth, which boasts the highest level of difficulty in the world, was easily broken through. Even the divine guardians who guard the inside. Various spells and traps designed to cleverly kill intruders. He copsed helplessly in front of Pesis and Haetae. At this rate, you will be able to reach the deepest part of the Great Temple in 30 minutes or maybe even faster. It was when I thought so. standing tall Pesis footsteps stopped for the first time. there is something. I felt an unusual aura in the darkness far away. Kreuk!? Haetae, who was frantically inhaling the magic crystal, also stopped moving his mouth. rattle. It didnt take long for her whole body to tremble like an aspen tree. Instinctively, I couldnt help but feel awe. At least as long as he belonged to the 45th floor, he couldnt be free from the status of the supreme god who presides over this floor. If you were I expected you to aim here, and you were exactly right. How is it? Oh Vishnu. Wasnt I right? Hmm. I was dubious, but it was good that I had insurance. one of the 3 gods. Vishnu, who had been reclining on a pile of sand, slowly rose from his seat. Next to him stood Unknown wearing a strange mask. . Jinhyeok frowned. All of a sudden I thought Unknown would appear here. It will still take more time to recover your strength Even if you mobilize all the means that exist in the Tower of Trials, it would be impossible to gather that much magic in such a short period of time. It was something that was not in the calction that Unknown woulde here already. That means Im not saying I didnt have enough strength. As we ran so fast, I felt a sense of crisis, so I came out on the way. or. Something happened to stop supplying mana. will be one of the two Whatever it was, things got messy. chuck. Jinhyeok grabbed the dagger in both hands. Chun Yu-seong and Asura can stop Cheon-seis main force for only about an hour. You have to fight in it. [Trait Grave of Swords is activated.] A dark red aura formed on the de. As Jinhyeok prepared for the battle, the rest of the members released their own abilities as if they had waited. You are Kang Jin-hyuk. Certainly its a momentum worthy of passing over numerous gods. Its to the point where I feel sorry for meeting him as an enemy. Vishnu stood in front of Jinhyeok. It is an honor to hear such praise from a famous god. If you hand over the guy behind me, I think we can get along well from now on How is it? Are you interested? Whoop whoop. Youre asking me to bet my stake where theres no hope. Im sorry, but I dont prefer to be on the odds side. Since he had already understood the purpose of being the first lotus. And as long as the one next to him is the one who controls even the main gods of the tower. There was no reason to betray. [Vishnu activates his unique ability Prosperity!] Ugh! Brahma is in charge of creation, Shiva is in charge of destruction, and Vishnu is in charge of maintaining all things. Just like the 45th floor has continued to this day. It means that in order to continue that glory forever, we can demonstrate the ability corresponding to it. [At the ce where the flowers are currently blooming, the stats of all the holy relics used by the heavenly gods will increase by 100%!] Beautiful flowers began to fill the surroundings. Due to the nature of Vishnu seeking harmony and bnce, the focus is on maximizing the abilities of the deities on the 45th floor. Among them, the ability to strengthen the relic was the most difficult type to deal with. at the same time. [The holy relic Kaumodaki is summoned!] [The holy relic Sudarsana is summoned!] A weapon resembling a club. A circr chakram appeared. Parts! The golden light of the mand stood on each relic. Then I will ask you toe back. Unknown nodded as if slightly ufortable, then turned around. It is because of the idea of securing the first lotus flower before Jinhyeok. okay. Leave it to me. Vishnu nodded as if not to worry. Slowly Unknowns figure tried to move away. You cant leave that alone. stop! Quaang! Jinhyeok jumped out of his seat. Elise summoned a number of Blood Spears. Frey approached Vishnu from the side far from where Jinhyeok leaped. pass at the same time. Kwaaang! Vishnus club and chakram crossed the air. Chakram flew at terrifying speed and blew away Frey who was approaching from the side. !! Although it was blocked by crossing the spears, it was not easy to withstand the power of the doubled relic. Still, thanks to Freys perseverance, I was able to create a little gap. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! While Vinyusu skewered the skewers thrown by Elise. Took! Jinhyeok, who perfectly caught the back, crossed two daggers. A sword strike that seemed to split heaven and earth hit Vishnu on the back. but. Kaaaang! Just before the sword touched the skin, a delicate petal blocked the dagger. Im not proud of it, but Im the hardest among the three. I cant guarantee that you will win quickly, but you should be able to hold out until Unknown permanently seals the lotus flower. Confidence thates from powerful abilities and countless battle experiences. Vishnu blocked the passage like a mountain. Pesis rolled her eyes, but her expression was not good. It must be that there is no escape hole or other byway. But just then Something shed through Jinhyuks mind like lightning. To be precise, there was a stumbling block in what Vishnu had just said. wait. hmm? Did Unknown say that? You promise to seal the first lotus and protect it forever? Youre interested in useless things instead of fighting. Vishnu made an interesting expression. A question that does not need to be answered. Even so, the conversation continues because the more time it drags on, the more disadvantageous it is to Jinhyeok. Why did Unknown show up early? Wasnt that questionable? Seeing how you staggered earlier, it seems that you havent regained your perfect condition yet? What do you want to say? If youre trying to shake us with nonsensical words No, Im just trying toe up with the most usible hypothesis based on the given clues. Jinhyeok stared straight into Vishnus eyes and slowly opened his mouth. If Unknown is in a situation where hecks magic power due to some kind of incident. We need your holy relics to fill that gap. But just in time, were also aiming for it, so what if you tried toe here in the name of protecting the lotus flower? Doesnt that make a lot of sense if you assume that? Jinhyeok raised a topic that could not be ignored. Chapter 629 Chapter 629. Crouching Great Temple (3) Vishnu wielding the holy relic lost some strength in his hand. It had to be. What Jinhyeok was saying was a usible hypothesis. Come to think of it, it was strange that Unknown appeared at this moment. If it was simply to let them know that Kang Jin-hyeok was aiming for the first lotus, he didnt have to move. A gentle pebble thrown by Jinhyeok caused ripples in theke. The little doubts that I had hoped for became certain and started toe back. Do you think we still have to fight among ourselves? Certainly an exnation is needed. directly from the parties. There is only one way to know the truth. You have to go and see it with your own two eyes. Good idea. Lets do something with him first, then well have a conversation or a dance. Follow me. Laughing, Vishnu immediately turned his back. What is it? Is it that easy? What just happened? The members of the Goinmul Corporation who were watching could not ept this situation at all. One of the gods of Cheonsei, who boasted of great power, gave up the battle meekly after a few words from Jinhyeok. He even volunteered to serve as a guide, saying he would show the way he was going. Whoops! In fact, after being attacked by Jim once, I thought it wouldnt work, so I did that. Jims mana must be so powerful. Elise was the only one who continued to talk to herself, but no one around her cheered her up. [Vishnu maintains the status quo C opens the way for all things!] Ugh! The ground copsed with a bright light and a new path appeared. A shortcut faster than Unknown went. If you are here, you will be able to make up for the shorings of startingte. Im just saying this just in case, but if youre lying Then Ill make you suffer from Gods punishment. Conversely, what if I was telling the truth? If thats the case, since it would be a great help to us, Ill hand over Unknown and propose to the rest of the main gods to end the war. armistice agreement. This is an opportunity to put an end to meaningless fights and focus on more important goals. That alone should be enough. One more unexpected reward came out of Vishnus mouth. Also, I will give you the right to safely pass through the 45th floor and one of the holy relics except for the first lotus flower. Im serious? Unlike humans, gods do not speak two words with one mouth. I value bnce and harmony more and more. This is an incredibly unconventional condition. If the Cheonsei, who actually controls the mid-40th floor, gives permission, the stairs below it will also open the way. You will be able to use your time efficiently by attacking only thebyrinths and ruins that are absolutely necessary. In addition, since he was able to get his hands on the holy relics that Cheonsei possessed, he had to struggle to endure the shouts that erupted. Jinhyuk tried to calm down his twitching lips. This is why people must have good observation skills and must be good at talking. okay. Lets make a contract. fault. Quaang! Everyone jumped out of their seats and sprinted forward. ??? How long did it run like that? After going through numerous traps and mazes, the party was finally able to reach the heart of the great temple where the first lotus rested. Is itte? Jinhyeok looked at the side where the red light was seeping out. The final gateway was already open. and. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Inside, a terrifying magical vortex was gushing out. Stop! Realizing that the situation was not serious, Vishnu shouted and went inside first. The original interior, which should be full of beautiful flowers and mysterious nature, is gone. There, red grudges full of pain were screaming in a big circle. A demonic world that ispletely different from the world of heaven. Unknown was standing in the middle of a ce reminiscent of hell. While holding onto the first lotus flower. Answer me! How did this happen! Vishnu set up a pit on his neck. Due to anger and betrayal, both eyes were red with bloodshot eyes. Hmm. In the end, you decided to listen to that person rather than me. Are you talking about that? You must have said that you would seal the lotus flower so that no one could touch it. But why are you absorbing the mana from the flower? Only then will we be able to win this war. Unknown calmly passed Vishnus gaze. And that appearance crushed Vinyusus patience. [The holy relic Sharanga is summoned!] A holy relic of Vishnu that can prate all materials. An arrow made of magded between Unknowns forehead in the space of a single breath. Aaaaaang! The earth shook with a roar as if a nuclear missile had fallen. However, even with the one-hit kill attack, Unknowns mask did not have any gold. Whoops. I was skeptical because it was a lotus flower that had fallen less, but the fact that it contains the essence of the 45th floor is not that small. If thats the case, its okay. Thepletely withered petals fell to the floor. At the same time, Unknowns body radiated magical power that was different from that of the gods. Cuckoo Cuckoo! All the downy hairs on the whole body stand up. The overwhelming power reminded me of when I faced Shubnigurath. As theck of power was filled, all abilities were able to be used. Theres no easy way to go. Jinhyuk patted his throbbing head. I thought I was almost there, but the game wasnt over, it was just beginning. Its also the worst development imaginable. You must have been disappointed because I only avoided battles in the meantime, but you dont have to worry because that wont happen anymore. [Unknown activates Shadow Kill!] Unknowns shadow slowly disappeared. back! As soon as he recognized the faint reverberation of magic, Jinhyeoks sword moved like lightning. Kaaang! As sparks rose, daggers of the same shape collided. The response is good. It doesnt feel good to hear that from a fake guy. Youre picky. Still, it will be the first time youve ever had a fight between your own kind, so pleasee forward with a little more joy. Wasnt enjoying it your main specialty? Its been a while since someone said that in front of me. Lets see if I can say the same thing a few minutester. [Jinhyeok activates Shadow Kill!] Shadows ovepped. Amid the billowing ck smoke, each other frantically moved to bite each others necks. Looking around, I couldnt see the outside as ck afterimages colliding here and there. But thats for a while. Jinhyeok slowly began to adapt to Unknowns pattern. He has a habit of grabbing the right back after giving three fakes. Kakakakakang! Even while exchanging sums over ten times per second, he urately grasped the opponents habits. once. Caang! Once again. Cacan! If thest attack aimed at the uv is even parried! Tsut! The shadow behind Jinhyeok slowly stood up. They say they will go to eighty when they are three years old. The most familiar and confident way is that you cannot hide it until you hide it. Jinhyeok pretended not to notice and allowed the opponents attack. Quaang! The dagger pierced Jinhyuks spinal cord. No, I thought it was dug in. Until I realized that I used 1 second invincibility at the perfect moment. You knew? of course. In 1:1, understanding the opponents battle pattern is the most important thing. Jinhyuk shrugged. Then he added a word. Its an ability. Its obviously strong because I use mine as it is, but I guess its a bitcking in actualbat experience. Compared to the absurd mana and various abilities, the seasoned taste is inferior. Its time to thoroughly iste the opponent and then show them what it means to squeeze the opponent. [Trait White Beast is activated!] [Trait Speed Sword is activated!] At the same time as the dagger became transparent, the speed of the sword increased by 2 steps. Kaka Kaka Kakang! drive like crazy Unknown also activated the same ability half a beatte, but there was a difference in the sense and proficiency in handling the ability. A bnce that tilts slightly. Fu-wook! Jinhyeoks sword pierced Unknowns heart. Kuk! Unknown, who saved his life once through 1 second invincibility, suddenly widened the distance. Ha ha Unknown breathed heavily. Although he endured by a narrow margin, there was no guarantee that the fluke would continue two or three times. Is the only thing left now is resurrection through the protection of the stars? Even that shouldnt be an instant death. Jinhyeok took a slow step. Its a bit strange. Unknown, who thought he would be an atrocious enemy, was not as strong as expected. Even after absorbing the first lotus flower. There are still plenty of cards left to use. Have I be overly strong? Or are you doing it on purpose? Chapter 630 Chapter 630. Covenant for 7 days (1) Shade Reaper, thest messenger of the end. It is the monster that appears in the covenant called the worst apocalypse, and it is also the one you most do not want to encounter in the Tower of Trials. Its own fighting power is not very high, but this guy has some deceptive special abilities. One of them is that you can summon messengers of simr positions to yourself. Whoa! Something made a rustling sound through the cracks that opened. number is four. Everyone was armed with iron armor, holding different gs. These are the four knights in the Book of Revtion. The Apocalypse that once destroyed Northern Europe and burned Yggdrasil has once again manifested. Chunk! Chunk! Kreurreu. Kick-kick! It will definitely be fun this time. Kill them all. A bleak eye light spread between the helmets. Four knights drew their weapons for one purpose only. In addition, as the covenant was invoked, abnormalities urred in the tower and all the ces outside the tower. Gates that are iparably more powerful and numerous than the first began to appear. Did you even calcte that Vishnu would fall for my offer? Pretending to be on purpose, then overturning the te at once. Thats what we do best. Thats right. I didnt think that the other person would use the same thing because this one was so popr. I feel bad after seeing this. Jinhyuk scratched his head. If there is one thing I have gained though it is that I can receive support from Vishnu and the heavenly world. If the fact that Unknown openly touched the first lotus was known, everyone in the world including Brahma and Shiva would be hostile. I understand what youre thinking, but wouldnt that also be possible when you get out of here alive? He giggled as if he knew what Unknown was expecting. Cuckoo Cuckoo! shaking axis. The ground began to crack like a tortoise shell. gurgling gurgling! Red-hotva was visible below. And a huge number of ck sheep and goats wereing up along the wall. Forgotten nightmarese back. The worst apocalypse has been recreated. ??? Kukuku kung! Kwaaang! It wasnt just the inside that noticed the anomaly. Many people who were fighting outside also felt the turbulent world. The covenant message stained with red light drove yers and surviving humanity all over the world into despair. shit. What is that? I tried so hard. Is it all over? haha. I couldnt handle the fake. Its over. Its over! Rankers from various guilds who lost their will to live nkly looked at the Tower of Trials. A huge hole is drilled in the tower, and a ck goat and a sheep in it. And the ominous tentacles were sticking out. outbreak. It is on a scale that has never been experienced before. At the same time, even within the tower, the apostles of Shubnigurath appeared here and there. It is because the ancient beings can move freely now that the restrictions on movement on the stairs have disappeared due to the covenant. Another shadow loomed over the Ice Lake, where the Frostde n resided. chief. okay. I am watching too. Caracal looked across theke. An appearance never seen before on the 7th floor. However, his life beyond recognition easily surpassed Decassus blood rtives. Take your tribe members and leave here. The chieftain? I will wait as long as possible until everyone is free. If it is the chieftain, he is the one who protects the safety of the n. In a situation where life and death are at stake, only those who can stand in the most dangerous position are qualified to wear the crown. Caracal prepared to meet the apostles of Shubnigurath with a huge spear. same time. A simr situation was unfolding in the psychiatric ward. Koooooo! Goooh! Aaaagh! Even run away! Fanatics who tried to stop the ck sheep and goats with crude weapons fled in dismay. A power car that is not an opponent at all. Even the giants with triangr heads, named monsters on the 5th floor, could not withstand the blow and were torn apart. Jinhyeok-nim. Andrea, who btedly returned to the 5th floor, bit her mr. This situation where the entire floor is in danger due to the activation of the covenant. Dont expect someone toe to help. It was just that each person did their best to protect the floor and area they were in charge of. Ask all believers to gather in my room. There we will all face the enemy together. [Andria activates her unique ability Fox Fire y!] Nine mes rose from the tail of the nine-tailed fox. ? The 24th floor where Empire and Murim are located. In the middle of the regr meeting between Murim and Empire, a strange stranger came to the meeting room. What kind of guy are you!? !? The knights and warriors guarding the entrance immediately tried to pull out their swords. but. Puffer Puck! Before the two swords could evene out of their scabbards, a fountain of blood spurted out. I cant evenprehend what happened. Such a quick and concise blow cut off the breath of the sword master and the climax of the samurai. what? omg!? The people in the conference hall widened their eyes. A talented person selected from each formation. The two died without being able to react properly. This feeling is unbelievable. The Emperors expression hardened seriously. It is an energy that I have experienced. Its dark and sinister like the deep sea, and I cant imagine being able to win. The smell of death that can only be smelled from one race. that buck A being in the form of a beautiful dancer began walking slowly through the puddles of blood. It was Tulcha, one of the primeval beings. Red footprints were left on the ground. Not this guy not that guy Tulcha pointed a finger at each of the people inside the meeting room. No one dared to lift a finger in the frozen air. To that extent, the life force emitted by Tulcha was overwhelming. And finally. Tulchas footsteps stopped in one ce. Huh. Are you the one who bullied your mother like that? A handsome young man. He was the absolute leader of the Demonic Cult and the Heavenly Demon who dealt with Shubnigurath. As the stairs were liberated, Tulcha was the first to visit this ce to avenge Shubnigurath. The downfall of the Heavenly Horse and Murim would be a huge blow to the Goinmul Corporation, so the priority had to be high. I feel the same energy as that guy. Even after suffering so much, do you not know that you are giving up? Whoops. It was only then that we fought with our hands and feet tied. Now I can use all of my power until the covenant ends. The covenantsts for 7 days and 7 nights. In other words, humanity and its inhabitants have to endure for seven days to survive this hellish apocalypse. furthermore. You dont even have that proud crown anymore, do you? A fishy smile crept across Tulchas lips. crown of defeat. Also being able to push tight against Shubnigurath. It must all be because of that damn crown. As long as that is gone, the Heavenly Demon will be nothing more than a person with little usable power for a human. Cuckoo coo coo! When Tulcha revealed its true power, unimaginable pressure pressed down on the area. As a signal, many ck sheep and goats along the ins of the Empire let out a long roar. Death began toe from a ce not far away. Cool. Gaug . Nobles and royalty copsed with crab foam. Knights and Murim people who were even slightly less skilled met the same end. Itll be an easy hunt. One-sided ughter without risk. That was Tulchas favorite way. but. In the eyes of the Heavenly Demon, who had expected to tremble with fear, there was not even a hint of trembling. Listen to all members of the main school. The Heavenly Demon opened her mouth. I didnt feel any emotions there, I just said what I had to say as an absolute. Follow me. short words. However, thats enough. [The Heavenly Demon activates the Heavenly Demon Spirit!] Ohhh! Strike! with a mighty roar. Those who were crushed by fear spurned their seats and stood up. Dark Emperor and other masters of the Demonic Cult scattered swords. Quaang! The Empire also came to their senses a littleter. The Empires first sword. Grand Sword Master Ebraham pulled out a dazzling aura de. Call the knights. defend the empire. The strongest of each formation moved to confront the primeval existence. ??? It must be confusing. where to keep first. Or should I prioritize killing me? There will be so many options. Unknown broadcast live what was happening on each floor. The scenes of suffering of those who have built precious rtionships on each floor were delivered without filtering. In addition, yers in each guild are suffering serious damage due to numerous monsters in Seoul. I cant help it over there. I cant afford to go help the other floors now. I have no choice but to believe and leave it to you while praying that each persons skills and experiences that have crossed the line so far will shine. Jinhyeok made a heavy decision. The first priority is to stop the war between the Union and the Millennium and gather all forces. Behaviors that cut down on ones own power must be stopped. Then Ellis. Jinhyuk murmured softly. huh. Ill make an opening so I can go outside, so go with Vishnu to the ce where the celestial world is. Vishnu needs to convince the rest of the gods to create an opportunity to counterattack. Who is the contractor? Im going to have a fight with that guy. Defeat Unknown and block the 7-day covenant. Only when you catch two rabbits at the same time can you win the true meaning. okay. Should Ie back safely? It is absolutely uneptable for me to die first as long as I made a contract with Jim. dont worry. Jinhyuk smiled with a consistent expression. Seeing such a strong smile, Elises heart melted. Hmm. You thought it was going to split in two and move, but you dont think Ill just watch it, right? Unknown shrugged. Purple tentacles and the apostles of Shubnigurath filled the surroundings. The Shade Ripper and the four knights of the Book of Revtion were also ready to rush at it. You will have to watch. Jinhyeok held a dagger in both hands. It wont be easy to deal with me alone. as soon as the words are finished. [The Crown of Evasion is worn!] [The Crown of Speed is worn!] Ughh! Two crowns appeared simultaneously in subspace. Chapter 631 Episode 631. Covenant for 7 days (2) Ugh! Enormous magic power was injected from the two crowns. Jeezerit! Explosive oscitions that spread along the blood vessels. Its definitely awesome. The crown, which was temporarily fusedst time, had some scars, but it still clearly showed its status as the strongest relic of the Tower of Trials. flinch The Shade Reaper and the Four Knights of Revtion frowned. It was because, as those who practiced the Towers apocalypse, they knew better than anyone how great the crowns intimidation was. Hoo. An exmation of interest flowed from Unknowns mouth. This is the first time he has ever met Jinhyeok wearing the full crown. There was a gap asrge as the sky and the earth between what I heard through information and what I faced in front of my eyes. But thats all. [The Unknown activates the special skill, The Ark of the Covenant!] Once the covenant is activated, there is no chance that this side will lose. A bleak aura enveloped the riders of Apocalypse and the apostles of Shubnigurath. [Fear resistance is activated!] [All stats increase by 30% for 7 days during the Apocalypse Covenant!] [Passive ability Erosion is added! If you are attacked by a being in an eroded state, the damage is doubled.] Status windows that appear one after another. It made the already tricky Apocalypse even more tricky. Jinhyeok looked at Alice and Teresa. Both of them seemed to havepleted their mental preparations, concentrating their mana on their legs as much as possible and taking a posture to break through. Phesis has finished searching for the most probable route. A gap is created in the tightly squeezed air. A de reinforced with Speed Sword and Grave of Swords. now! Jinhyeok crossed the two daggers left and right. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! Sword strikespressed to the limit hit the front. Jinhyeok and the rest of the members moved in different directions. Kakakang! The four knights took Jinhyeoks sword. It was a sword heavy enough to dent the ground, but it was not strong enough to split the armor. However, thats enough. fault! Quaang! This way! Because the rest of the members escaped following Pesis guidance. Koooooo! Goooh! Immediately the ck sheep and goats reacted. The apostles of Shubnigurath came up from the abyss and began throwing ck spears. Pupper puck! Kwaaang! Kick Kick! Keye! Dozens of open mouths giggled on the surface of the spear. They are ancient holy relics that bite the flesh as soon as they touch it. Its dangerous to touch. Ellis instinctively showed resistance to the spears. With his fangs pointed, he spread the distance as far as possible. Since Alice reacted like this, of course, the pressure the other members felt was even greater. Then Vishnu stepped out. Leave them to me. [Vishnu activates his unique spear, Field of Rejection!] A golden curtain unfolded. Field of Rejection is the ability to temporarily specify one quality and nullify all attacks of that alignment. It is one of the abilities that can be called the end of the defense of the great army, and it received the attacks of numerous spears as it was. [Teresa activates her unique ability Blessing of the Star!] When Teresas unique ability was activated, the divine energy strengthened the field of rejection. Fit hands and feet. Above all, finding the optimal route among enemies densely packed with Pesis yed a major role. If this is the case, you may be able to escape. I could have had even the slightest hope. Thatbination is a bit annoying. Unknown stroked his chin. However, unlike the words, the expression seemed to be fun to see the ants struggling to get out of the ant nest. Right then. Jinhyeok, who broke through the four knights, appeared in front of Unknown. Jinhyeoks new method, which was buffed by the crown of speed, had reached the stage of sessively performing short-distance spatial movement. fast and light. Took. Two daggers aimed at the heart and uv at the same time. Kakakakang! Unknown took out a simr dagger and twisted the trajectory. Are you surprised? Im in the middle of watching Jinhyeok, dont you have a spectator manner? The shady guy wearing a mask is talking like manners. Youd better focus on me before you shove that big poison mushroom down your nostril. Are you jealous because Im looking at other people like that? then. Because I am the only one who can see the true face of our lovely Unknown sheep. Come to think of it. Im pretty curious what the inside of that mask looks like. Will it have a different appearance? Or does he have the same face as me? The time to know the truth is not far off. Jinhyeoks sword moved at an odd angle. The herbivores left behind by the Sword Demon and the herbivores acquired through numerous battle experiences created a new sword path. Kakakakakang! A splendid sword strike raged like a storm. The mes created by swords colliding with each other turned the entire air red. The more splendid this side is, the more likely it is for the rest to escape. Even if its a bunch, you have to create an opportunity. Jinhyeok released the umted magical energy all at once. [The Infinite Great Library is open!] Numerous books appeared and the previously copied abilities were activated sequentially. [Trait Earth Quake is activated!] Kukukukukkung! With a huge jolt, the ground began to crack like a tortoises shell. Koooooo! Gooooh, the ck sheep and goats lost their bnce and stumbled. The effect of Earthquake was inevitably several times stronger due to the rift that had formed when they came up a little while ago. gurgling! Lava flowed backwards, and the air heated up rapidly. ha ha ha. Are you a very strong person? Dont be rmed. Hes more annoying than Thor or Loki. Hmm. is that so? There must have been something there, but I dont think its that much If anything gets in the way of the covenant, you have to get rid of it. The four knights surrounded Jinhyeok on the cracked ground. [The four knights of the Apocalypse activate The Prologue of the Book of Revtion!] Hey! Hey! Four horses of different colors were summoned. The knights mounted their horses and slowly pulled the reins. gue War Famine Death. An apocalypseposed of the most terrible things imaginable aimed at Jinhyeok. Doo doo doo Kwaaaang! Charging applied at close range. Four straight lines intersect in different directions. A shock wave added to the weight and eleration followed. It is a great destructive power. If you hit it, of course. Just before the four riders trampled Jinhyeok, Jinhyeoks new model disappeared. Everyones eyes moved quickly. Thinking that if we had a surprise attack, we would have captured the rear of one of the knights. Lets all die right now. The voice was not heard from the left or right. that high. Jinhyeok, who jumped up to reach the ceiling, smiled ominously again. [Unique voice Down Fall is activated!] Originally, this is not an ability that can be used in an enclosed space. Because the power was so strong, there was a risk of burying everything alive. Crazy. Mr. Jinhyeok, you will be able to survive somehow, but yourrades will not be as strong as you. Unknown asked as if he was astonished. well. If you train hard on a regr basis, you will survive. is not it? A force that could shatter both sides. Either that or not, the eyes of the deceased, who had already be addicted to gambling, were only filled with anticipation of what the oue would be. Jinhyeoks body fell as a meteor. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! Pirs of the Great Temple were smashed like cans of millet, and an outrageous shock engulfed the area. ??? Uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu Kuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu! Seriously injured operators rolled around in the ce swept away by the purple tentacles. The primeval beings, freed from restraints and restrictions, were even surpassing the operators calctions. I cant believe it An empty light shed across JJs face. Only despair lingered in the deep wrinkles. You used to think of us as mere watchdogs guarding the summit. He must have thought that he was manipting us behind a veil in his own way Thats how he underestimated us. Nyathotep continued speaking leisurely. While exuding aposure that only those who havepletely won can see. Keugh! Two chickens reached out for Nyathotep. [The administrators unique authority system maniption is activated!] [Seal the ability of the target!] The reason why the administrator was able to stand above all residents. It wasnt just because of the amount of information. It is thanks to the fraudulent power that can change the specifications of others themselves. but. Whoops! Nyathotep was unaffected by system maniption. Still, he took a lofty step and narrowed the distance with the operators. You guys trusted him quite a bit. But you know what? That he was the one who gave me a way out of system maniption. It was decided that it was better to be with the ancient beings rather than the operators for greater fun and stimtion . Did he betray us? Do not lie! It cant be. It cant be! Anger-filled exmations erupted from everywhere. The Tower of Trials is a great cause to create and prosper huge creatures. It was the rtionship between the man and them that was united by that single thought. But what about betrayal? Is that what you mean? However, seeing Nyathotep showing no reaction to system maniption, all the operators here had no choice but to ept the bitter reality they wanted to deny. Even if only you, run away. JJ pushed back the 2 chickens that were still intact. What are you talking about! It was wrong for everyone to get out anyway. I dont even have the strength to do that in the first ce. In that case, the most likely person is taken out. JJ, who was still thinking about this fact after meeting with the few colleagues scattered around the tower, let out a self-deprecatingugh. What would be different if he came and met other operators now? There is no hope left anyway. Find the Great Horned Owl. The only operator who said from the start that he shouldnt be trusted. It reminded me of the person who said that we should always pursue the freedom of the tower. If that doesnt work, the next best thing is to find Kang Jin-hyeok. At least one of them might be able to save this broken tower. Inspiration! good! Damn it. Seeing JJs face, the 2 chickens bit their lips. Theres no way to convince him once hes made up his mind. I will definitely avenge you. I left those words and turned around. Shinpa dramas like third-rate dramas are not rmended Well, now that this situation has arisen, I think I can understand why there is such a thing as a cliche like a beef bone. Then JJ asked, pulling out a cigarette he had tucked away in his suit. profit! As the fire ignited, purple mana permeated deep into the lungs along the throat. [The holy relic Ignite Flower has been burned.] A kind of self-destructive agent that equalizes life and strength. I had no intention of living any longer. [The true name is released.] [JJ.] [ Arma Aston activates the unique spear Infernal Night!] In the pitch-ck abyss where even light has disappeared. Where do you try to attack, you ancient worms? A ck sh stretched in front of Nyathotep. Chapter 632 Chapter 632. Covenant for 7 days (3) Kukukung! Patter Dirt was pouring here and there. In thepletely copsed crouching temple, the beauty of the past could not be found. shit. Its not something you would do twice. Jinhyeok grunted in the dirt and got up. His whole body felt as heavy as a wet ball of cotton. Are you okay, master? Undine widened her eyes. Seeing the treatment with water is a bit heartbreaking. huh. I live thanks to you. The spirit beasts summoned the moment Downfall hit the ground. In particr, the fact that the gnomes, the spirits of the earth, created space in the wreckage yed a decisive role in their survival. If he had remained in the heart of the explosion, he would not have been able to survive, no matter how hard his body was. Even if Im alive, Ill be stuck here forever. Maybe I should have lived as a human fossil until someone excavated it. Either way, its far from the old age life you hoped for. Can you find a way out? The spirit of the earth is too easy for this body. Looking at the faint wind, it looks like this! Master, I was the one who healed you. me! Everyone, be quiet. My head hurts. The spirit beasts, who had been able to breathe the outside air for a long time, raised their voices as if they were excited. only one. Your life goespletely upside down with one bite of food. Haetaeman, who guarded this ce, lost his nest entirely. Its a bonus that I was forced to join a bunch of scoundrels. But even if you get frustrated, its already toote. Its like were all in the same boat now. Shall we go out soon? Jinhyeok, who was breathing, checked his body condition. Fortunately, there was no part that was too much trouble even though it used up all the power. But just then Cuckoo coo! The ground shook once more. Its not like aftershocks. It was because I could feel the energy filled with lifeless mana from far away. Dirty bastard. It seems to be fine even if it is buried in there. I dont know what they ate to make it so strong. At this point, I thought that a copy would be better than the original. It seems like if you run away without any countermeasures, you will soon be caught up. If thats the case At the tip of Jinhyeoks fingertips, magic formed. master. I dont know what youre doing, but you have to hurry. The gnomes trembled with fear as they sensed the unknown approaching every moment. I agree with the saying that we should get out of this opportunity. Jinhyuk nodded and moved. The rest of the spirits also followed Jinhyeok. Only one. huh? Except for Undine. Why is this? weird. weird? Undine groaned and tried to move forward. But somehow, the body didnt budge. It had to be. Because the ice-formed bridge was perfectly connected to the soil. moment to hope. Undine saw it. The master who is going in the opposite direction to himself. And the smile that hangs on the owners lips too. Lets go to sleep, we have a long way to go, lets hurry up. Jinhyeok climbed on the back of the gnome and diligently broke through the pile of dirt. *** A dramatic truce. Thanks to Vishnu telling the story of what happened inside the crouching temple, all wars stopped. As you realize who your true enemy is, there is no reason to fight anymore. Still, thanks to you, I lived. Whoa. Long sighs flowed from here and there. I was in a situation close to annihtion, but I was able to survive at thest minute. But not for a while. A bigger problem came. The meeting hall where the gods gathered. A serious conversation ensued in a heavy atmosphere. I think it moved on the 50th floor. Its getting more and more troublesome. We just suffered too much damage from the war. But are you saying we have to fight a bigger enemy to stop the covenant? The divinity of the deities representing each myth deepened. I know its a difficult situation. I know that everyone has exhausted their limits until just now. Jinhyuk slowly opened his mouth. Of course, everyones difficulties are well understood. but. There is no way to avoid it. The monster, unable to move due to the huge shackles of the systems limitations, has been released. Naturally, they will trample the floors below at will for their eternal dominion. Focused on disobedient and nerve-wracking forces. and. Most of the people here must fit that standard. At most, except for the dragons, who are ves of primeval beings, the rest are just annoying nuisances. the problem is. Jinhyeoks gaze turned to those inside the conference hall. Its usually not difficult to bring these guys together Even if Eden or the Pandemonium are put aside. The atmosphere between Cheonse and the rest of the forces that had just died and died was unusual. In particr, in the case of Asura and Yokai, theypletely left out of this meeting. Nevertheless, some consensus was reached that all forces must once againe together to stop the covenant. Since the big things have been decided, lets take a break for about half a day today. okay. It looks like it might need some maintenance. Odin and Kronos suggested taking a break from their long meeting. We both agree. Vishnu and Brahma also nodded. Thats how we got our own time. Left alone, Jinhyeok called each member together. To be precise, he summoned everyone except for the missing Undines and those who left for each floor. I wonder if I can spare about 30 minutes. After checking the time, Jinhyeok headed to an empty lot. During your free time, you need to make some preparations for the uing fight. The first thing to do Tring! Jinhyeok activated his personal status window. Name: Jinhyeok Kang Gender: Male Level: 318 Strength 119 Agility 131 Stamina 198 Magical Power 728 Gap 100 Luck 10 Adaptive 78 Spirit 357.56 Possessed Stat Points: 15 Possessed Coin: 53678935 upation: Ruler of Runes Uniqueness Window: There are too many contents in the Uniqueness window, so it is being switched to closed status. Trait: The content of the trait is toorge, so it is converted to a folded state. Skill: The content of the skill is too much, so it is converted to a folded state. The level raised in this battle is 5. It is a bit disappointing considering that he has performed various activities. Certainly, the amount of required experience was ridiculously high. Still, when I saw the figures that were gradually increasing and growing, I couldnt help but naturally raise my mouth. Leveling up was the result of more certain and urate efforts than anything else. [Strength increases from 119 to 125.] [Agility increases from 131 to 140.] Strength and Agility increase by 6 and 9 points, respectively. The bnce was adjusted so that it could be closer to the all-purpose type. After closing the status window, Jinhyuk took a deep breath. Because the next thing to do was really important. Jinhyeok grabbed the golden orb he received from Vishnu. [The special holy relic Holy Spirits Room is open!] [You can enter the warehouse where the holy relics are stored.] Ugh! A huge gate appeared in front of Jinhyeoks eyes. You must have it here. Thats in 30 minutes. Jinhyeok stepped into the gate. ??? As the light flickers, the view ispletely changed. shing Everything was dyed golden. The huge space filled with enormous amounts of gold and magic stones wasrger and grander than any treasure chest he had ever seen. The amount of holy relics stored here and there was unusual, befitting the status of a myth that had been built up over a long period of time. From the source of the weapon used by each god. Even the things that were hard to handle even for the main gods and kept. Even the types and number of them easily exceeded hundreds. I cant believe I have to pick just one of these My stomach hurts. In my mind, I even thought that it would have been better to destroy Cheonsei and then monopolize everything in it. Jinhyeok drool and moved quickly. Among these, the most important and necessary was because it was quite inside. Pachichik! Parts Tsutt! As the distance from the holy relic narrowed, blue sparks and tingling magic passed through her skin. At the same time, the copied Thunder Gods energy resonated with the holy relic, creating a more powerful spark. found! Jinhyuk let out a small cheer. The Spear of Indra given to me C Vajra. What was in front of my eyes was not the imitation that Indra was using now, but the original stream created by pure lightning itself. I kept the spear here because it required a lot of mana and it was absurdly strong as an imitation, but that was a mistake. It was like giving a thief like me a chance. If Indra finds out about this, she will try to break her heart. But what? What Vishnu, one of the supreme deities, promised in the name of the world? [Acquisition of the holy relic Vazra!] Attack power: 235000 Durability: 50000 / 50000 Description: Increases lightning-type abilities by 20% and allows you to apply lightning properties to weapons. Added a special effect that doubles attack power when throwing a javelin. A shining spear wrapped around his hand. Jinhyeok slowly synchronized the electricity with the mana in his body. Among the many holy relics, Vazra was chosen not simply to use a spear. It was because he already possessed the high-ranking Spirit of Frost Spirit, and if he was going to throw it, he had Zeuss Astraphe, a fraudulent means. chuck! Jinhyeok took out the Barnard and Hongryeon he had. I have to split Vazras spear to strengthen the two swords. new weapon. In order to fight against the primeval beings, you must obtain a dagger that corresponds to the purple grade. And the existence that could make that possible was on its way from far away. Orun, who was carrying a hammer while sweating profusely in Jinhyeoks head, passed by. As expected, even if its real and its the top, the rank is a gangster. If you dont want to get fired, youll have to follow me without saying anything. Isnt that right, Kuma? At Jinhyeoks question, the sweet potato next to him had bright yellow eyes. Mosquito! Yes, yes. Jinhyeok stroked the sweet potatos hair. With sincere love and affection. Its not that Vazra is bad It would be a bit disappointing to go out with only this. Vishnu clearly told me to pick just one holy relic. The sentence didnt include what to do with the magic stone. If you think about fighting the ancient dragonster, you cant miss this opportunity to stock up on the sweet potatos mana. Eat as much as you want. Im living, so you can eat as much as you want for 20 minutes. Mosquito! Sweet Potato jumped into a pile of top-notch magic stones. Chapter 633 Chapter 633. New weapon (1) cksmiths 88 years of life. If its short, if its short, if its long, all kinds of things have happened while living a long life. hard trials too. Adversity that makes you want to give up. There was also a temptation that made my eyes shake. But in any case. He was proud of his honor as a cksmith and had lived without shame. no. Thats why I have to say This is only possible with a god, not a cksmith. No, even if I brought God, I would gently raise my middle finger. but. Okay. There was no way that the other person could say that. No, I said I couldnt do it, but what did it mean! impossible. Even if my grandfather came, not me, it would be impossible! Oruns face was stained red, and blood vessels stood on his neck. Right then. Quaang! The dagger was stuck in the middle of the desk. Pachichik! Blue sparks rose along the de. It was blindingly beautiful and a bloody killing brushed the nape of her neck. gulp. Orun swallowed dry saliva. It was because the eyes of Jinhyeok looking at each other were so frightening. no. Thats what I meant not that its necessarily impossible, but rather that if youre forced to do something close to impossible, its not good for overall morale. Hoo. That makes a lot of sense. Isnt it? yes. But they say that my sword makes no sense. whether or not the reinforcement is sessful. or die There are only two options. And, of course, Oruns answer was fixed. I never thought I would find myself in a situation where I had to split the holy relic. heh heh heh Got it. damn it Im going to die anyway, so cant I do something? ha ha ha. This is a wise decision. I believed that the old man would make a decision to survive no, for a great cause. There are a few things I need to prepare instead. It takes a lot of materials andbor to do something like this. Well in that case, you dont have to worry. Ingredients, there were plenty of gigantic powers worth ripping off. So was the workforce. Does that mean I can pamper myself? sure. Hahaha! Its been a long time since Ive been in the middle of a long time, but the craftsmanship is burning. okay. I will grind it down to the bone and make it the greatest masterpiece. Orun exploded his madness. Although it is a life-and-death situation, it seems that his hands are itching at the word that he is generously supported by the generous amount of support. A fishy smile lingered on the corners of Jinhyeoks lips as well. At the same time, in my head, I began to make preparations one by one to deal with the primeval beings. *** Mumble. Yum Yum. Elise opened her small mouth. Having fought with all his might for a long time, his stamina and mana fell to the bottom. As the best way to recover from that, I was eating delicious food to my hearts content. The rest of the members also drool and licked their lips at the splendidly filled delicacies. Why dont you eat? Everyone listen before it gets cold. Wearing a chefs hat, Jinhyeok ced a huge frying pan on the fire. With a sizzling sound, the lobster up to 1.5m was cooked deliciously. A nice scent gently stimted the tip of the nose. However, everyone except Alice could not easily touch the food. what? Theres no way this kid could do this? Never without any reason. Suspicious. too. The Undine who believed in the owner still cante back. If we dont want to end up like that, we have to doubt their goodwill unconditionally. Well then. Rank rattle. Mogii! Miyo! I am afraid of repeated learning. Through many experiences, he realized that he must never ept Jinhyeoks intentions meekly. You have to be patient. I know that. The vor of the food was so delicious. Everyone is working hard and showing off their skills, but they dont seem to have much appetite. If we fight again, then youll only be able to eat dried biscuits and beef jerky? No, its nice to have that. You might not have time to eat. The devils sweet temptation continued. Right then. What is this smell? Yes. I am so hungry I cant stand it. Im sure its this way A number of faces appeared through the bushes. Thor and Hercules. And they were the gods of each myth, such as Beriel and Anubis. Although they had already experienced all kinds of delicacies, the food made by Jinhyeok far exceeded their perception. Oh! Human! Do you know how to cook? I never thought he would have such a talent. The amount is generous too! The deities reacted with displeasure. Jinhyeok smiled the brightest and warmest smile he could have. Come on, there are a lot of them, so eat as much as you want. If its not enough, tell me anytime. Its nice to hear that. Is it possible to roast a wild pig? One serving of whole roast wild pig. Ordered. Jinhyeok took out an iron bore from the 13th floor of the Tower of Ordeal, Asran Meadow in subspace. It has already been properly trimmed, so all you have to do is sprinkle seasoning and bake it properly. [Another World Restaurant C Golden Ratio is activated!] [The optimal recipe for each target provides the greatest satisfaction to those who eat food.] Perfect ingredients, recipes, and chefs skills. All three beats are equipped. I like seafood. Ill ask for a dish suitable for the desert. A blood-red wine in a skull goblet that suits this body. The orders of the gods followed. And the faces of the gods with mouthfuls of food seemed to have the whole world. Oh my God I cant believe theres something so delicious. Its good that youre alive. Praises and exmations flowed naturally. tes that reveal the floor in an instant. Even Gabriel, who is said to be a symbol of abstinence, was busy eating steak and potato puree with gravy on his lips. The crucifix he wore around his neck had long since glistened with grease. Kuk! Everything is disappearing. Eh, I dont know! me too! In the end, the rest of the members who couldnt stand it also sumbed to temptation. I dont know what will happen after this, but I felt like I would regret it for the rest of my life if I missed this opportunity. Jinhyeok looked at this with satisfaction. Its like the witch in Hansel and Gretel watching the children eating the cookies. how long has it been like that? The noisy banquet ended only after everyone had put their food to the limit. I ate too well. Ha, Im happy. It was a very pleasant meal thanks to the great chef. Even if it rolls around like a balloon, it wont be strange. I felt like I could be satisfied with just grass for at least a week. Haha. Did everyone eat well? Then Jinhyeok came closer rubbing his hands together. Then, he showed the white paper in his hand in front of everyone. Commonly called a bilge bill. Would you like to pay for the food by card or cash? Food price? Thor widened his eyes. Of course. A precious dish requires a price to pay for it. I believe that those of you who are confident in your achievements will understand the value of hard work better than anyone else. Keuheum! Its obvious. We calcte this coolly. Ugh! What kind of money does Northern Europe once ruined spend money? Were overflowing with money, so well count how many golds in the pyramids. Hoho. Egypt is said to be in financial difficulties due to robbery. Please leave this to Eden. Its calcted with the money stolen from the followers Tsk tsk. As a noble demon king, I have no intention of getting eaten by you. What, what! How dare these sphemous demons! A chance to show off your financial power at a ce where many myths gather. Seeing that everyone was trying to pay, it was like watching a modern society where everyone takes out their wallets after a dinner party. no matter who pays It doesnt matter if this is my price. Jinhyeok held out the bill in front of everyone. and. [50 S-ss relics or 1.5 trillion coins] The faces of the gods who saw the bill hardened. ? !!? The exhrating voice disappeared in an instant. Michael huped continuously. Youre kidding arent you? Did you see that Im joking? Or no way Jinhyeoks expression changed 180 degrees after he was groaning. Isnt that what you mean? No, Im not saying I wont pay, but Ill ept it as long as its a reasonable amount. Isnt this robbery? Then did you eat by looking at the price tag before eating? Jinhyeok pointed to the tablecloth on the table. The part of the tablecloth with the embroidery on which the deer is ying. To be precise, the very small number on the part where the deers eyes are located. was engraved Im sorry. It was hard for me to see that too. Artemis, the goddess of hunting, is so big that she can barely read it even with her eyes wide open and concentrated for a long time. Give it to me. Jinhyeok stretched out his hand toward everyone. I believe that those who said this do not have dirty, mean, worm-like consciences without honor or pride, like the orcish scumbags who eat anything in the forest. This was suddenly demoted from a great god to a being at the bottom of the tower. It would be unbearable for those who value rank above all else. As everyone blushed and panicked, Jinhyeok opened a breathing hole through which he could escape . Or Its okay to just agree to do my one light request. What something? I dont know what it is, but if Im going to pay that, Ill do it. Our side too! Crying and eating mustard, the deities had no choice but to ept the offer. like that. The meal known as the worst dinner in the history of the Tower of Trials was over. ??? One hourter. On the 45th floor, thergest smithy in the history of the millennium began to be built. It has never happened before and will never happen in the future. Because it made no sense frommon sense that all the various myths were mobilized for one thing. Whoops! Various mes and mana flowed along the furnace. [The dagger Hongryeon and the dagger Barnard start to fuse with Indras Vazra.] Only a very few people in the Tower can make a purple holy relic. Of course, Orun didnt have that kind of ability. instead. Leave the fire to me. There was strong support to make up for thecking part. Hephaestus, one of the main gods of Olympus and one of the best cksmiths in the Tower. His muscr physique and hammering from numerous experiences had already transcended the realm of gods. Just leave it to me. Orun stole the sweat flowing profusely. My heart pounded with two bangs at the thought that the best fisherman would be with me. Daang! Taang! Taang! A hammer cut through the air. The hot me heated the cold metal hot. The two artisans are doing their best, and soon a new weapon will bepleted. And there were those who watched from afar, and they were the deities of the age of 1000. Ganesha spoke quietly to Vishnu. Lord Vishnu. I am listening. They have no choice but to form temporary alliances, but in the end, they are the ones who will be our enemies. Does Unknown mean that we should betray the one who helped us find the enemy? I was just giving you information for my own benefit. It was never an act of goodwill. Moreover, there is no reason to give you the highest quality relic, right? Hmm. Well, that can be a little annoying. Vishnu stroked his chin. So, I have a good idea. After the weapon is made, if you secretly steal it and put the me on the other side, wouldnt it be possible to get the holy relic and have them fight among themselves? Its not a bad way. But in that case, wouldnt the arrow of doubt be the first to be directed at us? Rather than suspecting the members of the coalition with which we have shared the same joys and sorrows. It is much more reasonable to suspect Cheonsei, who had been fighting just a moment ago. If not what should I do in a situation like this? Vishnu asked a question behind Ganesha. Suug Then, apletely unexpected existence appeared there. Chapter 634 Episode 634. New weapon (2) Jerbuck. The sound of dragging a cane mixed with light footsteps. It was Nyathotep, the primeval being. how? Ganeshas eyes grew wide. It is known that the Unknown and the ancient beings tried to use them to eat. Naturally, one of their leaders, Nyathotep, was an enemy to be attacked upon sight. But to think that Vishnu was by Nyathoteps side. I couldnt understand how it happened. Oh, Lord Vishnu. I thought it was just the two of us but there was some kind of intruder with us. Dont worry about it and feel free to talk to me. It will be the same as having a conversation between the two of you. Hmm. Is that so? Nyathotep shrugged. Yes? Wait, Lord Vishnu. What did that just mean Just then, Ganesha was stuttering. Fu-wook! Vishnus chakram prated deep into Ganeshas heart. Red blood gushed out. Gagging? Im sorry, but you have to make some sacrifices. For him, it would be far more advantageous for us to have the deade out. There are times when you need the heart of someone with the highest rank. Vishnu, covered in blood, grinned. Ganesha tried to gather magic somehow with trembling hands. to survive. If not, I squeezed out thest remaining strength to inform the outside world. However, [the special skill gloomy veil is activated.] [Currently, this space ispletely cut off from the outside world.] There was nothing Ganesha could do because even Nyathotep hadpletely bound the space. cooong! Within seconds, the light in Ganeshas pupils went out. It was a very futile end for a main god who ruled the upper sses and was on par with Hercules and Thor in terms of power. Tuk-tuk Vishnu brushed off the blood from the chakram. Didnt you decide to keep things quiet this time? If you kill Ganesha, youll get a lot of attention, right? I was thinking of doing that too, but a variable happened a while ago. Someone has appeared who knows that I am coborating with the Primeval Beings. No way Nyathoteps eyebrows twitched. Because there was only one target. But hes now The Great Horned Owl has escaped. Vishnu added a word, using magic to change the scars on Ganeshas body. Its a short but shocking statement. Enough topletely change Nyathoteps expression. I beg your pardon? Theres a mudfish that the Primevals missed while waging war against the Operators. The woman entered the hole where the eagle owl was imprisoned and seeded in rescuing him. You made an obvious mistake. That girl So I had no choice but to act aggressively. I was instructed to use Theresa and Elise for this opportunity. ha. Nyathotep pressed his index finger to his temple. Because he knew better than anyone what it meant to use Theresa or Elise. However, there was no justification for objection as long as they had failed due to their own mistakes. It goes without saying that I missed the inspiration of JJ or Arma Aston. There would be no reason for them to publicize their mistakes any more. Okay. This time, lets do as you wish. I have to go hunting for the remaining remnants, so can I leave this side to you? There are still surviving operators left here and there in the tower. The middleyer was all wiped out, but if you ignore the beings that will be the embers, they wille back as a huge threatter. Yes. Lets do our best in each area. Vishnuughed once more. It is a smile that gives goosebumps. Nyathotep stuck out his tongue and handed over an old tree branch stained ck. With that, the fact that there had been a meeting of the two deities waspletely erased from the world. *** [Material enhancement seeded!] [Lightning injection seeded! Synchronization rate increases by 3%!] [The holy relic color is injected!] The status window continues to rise. As time passed and the hammering and mes intensified. The appearance of the two swords has noticeably changed. The color and shape of the de were also bing much sharper and more colorful than before. Originally, it was the result ofbining Oruns meticulous tenacity with Hephaestus craftsmanship, which insisted only on luxury goods. I have to hurry Jinhyeok looked at the scene nervously. This ce is now in a peaceful state, but hell continues inside and outside the tower due to the covenant. Fortunately, I heard that Andrias psychiatric ward and Imperial Murim were spared from immediate disaster. Thanks to the fierce resistance and consistent defense, I was able to earn the minimum amount of time. But thats only for a moment. As soon as the priority of operators disappears, they will be swept away. The situation ofrge guilds and armies that are holding out in modern times will be even more difficult. atst. It means that the time limit has been hit. By the way, what are you going to do now? It seems that Unknown also got out of the pit. Alice murmured while holding the dessert in her arms. Anyway, its strange that he has something to eat even though he ate that way before. My physique is so thin. We have to rest first, so its not easy to move first. At least until today, I think well have to focus on defense and look at the situation. Hmm. Jim agrees with that, but should I just leave it alone over there? There must be no reason to conserve the overflowing power. Youre going to have to mess with something. The question is, which way is it then. Whoa! From the watchtower, a long, long horn sounded twice. It is a sign that enemies areing from the front. Ellis! I also heard the burden. Jinhyeok and Alice immediately spurned their seats and moved. Vision changed in an instant. Numerous troops were moving busily there. Make the frontal barrier thicker! Deploy troops to the east and west watchtowers as well. We have to contact the other myths and tell them that all who can move must gather here. The gods shouted that their throats would burst. The approaching massive mass of magical power evoked an overwhelming and ominous fear that had never been encountered before. Meeeeeeee! Koooooo! Sheep and goats covered in ck smoke. All of the weapons they were holding wereposed of ancient holy relics. In other words, each one of them possesses the power approaching that of a named-ss guardian on a fair number of floors. Even the numbers are minimal. Heavy tension flowed from the coalition at the thought that it would not be an easy battle. You arete. This way. Did Alicee with you? Artemis, Anubis, and Beriel found Jinhyeok and started talking to him. The three deities also showed signs of fatigue, as if they had failed to fully recover their physical condition. When I saw that, I was a bit shocked. There was a reason why I had such deep dark circles. sorry. Because of me Yes. If it wasnt for that damn forge, I could have had a good rest. Even the Great Pyramid Construction wasnt this hard. Looking at it earlier, Gabriel gave up his early morning prayer and was sleeping. Comints poured out from each one. Its obvious, but those words went into Jinhyeoks right ear and naturally passed out through his left ear. The important thing right now was how to withstand that attack. What about the device? Its almost ready. Beriel nodded. One of the advantages of siege warfare. The point is that it is possible to prepare various devices by upying strategic key points in advance. ??? Cooung! cooong! cooong! Unknown and ancient beings gathered in one ce with a sound that shook the earth. Looks like the rats dare to fight us. One of the primeval beings, and one whose existence itself is said to be destroyed. It was Gros, the god who predicted destruction. Although hepressed his original absurdly huge body to the limit and made it into a human form, he could not hide the cosmic power of his body. The little boys eyes glowed red like blood. Cuckoo Cuckoo! The entire stairway shakes just by breathing. It was not easy to even dare to face it with a sober mind. Isnt it the taste of stepping on the more you fight? Much better than these empty shells of fear. Hahaha! You must have been quite angry before. I dont think Ive ever seen you so hot. . Unknown silently caressed the wound on the mask at Gross madness. It was inevitable that Jinhyeok had taken a hit a while ago. I was particrly upset that I was stumbling along at this important time when his trust was at stake. Ill wipe it out without a trace. There is no longer any thought of pursuing fun or interest. Except for overwhelmingly pressing. Break down the gates. Starting with Unknown raising his hand, the beginning of a full-scale war rose. Doo doo doo! With a tremendous roar, the troops moved forward. It is an all-out offensive from the start without an outpost to check the situation. In response to the pouring enemies, allied defense weapons were mobilized. Perong! Puffup! Magic bullets from catapults up to 1m filled the sky. In an instant, everything in front of my eyes turned into a sea of fire. The strength of Cheonsei, the firepower from the number of heads, was a threat to the primeval beings in a different sense. However, even in the hot scare, the howling of the beast did not stop. Meeeeee Kreureu Only a few of those who took a direct hit died. Those who were caught nearby only had a fewyers of skin peeled off. Kwaaang! The ck goat who reached the gate first swung the club he was holding. The castle gate, which had dozens ofyers of barriers and defensive magic, shook violently. Dont let them get close! Brahmas roar moved Thor and Hercules. Pachichik! Lightning struck mercilessly and blew away the goats and sheep gathered at the gates. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! Hercules club also mercilessly flung his enemies into the sky. They are more ignorant than I thought. If I didnt care, the gates could have been breached on the first day of the war. This time, I can run wild to the limit. Im saying this again for confirmation, but sheep and goats get 1 point per head, and executives get 100 points. The loser buys alcohol for the next 1000 years. There is no reason to refuse. Thanks to that, I can eat the famous nectar and ambrosia of Olympus. Heh. I will drink your proud beer on top of Yggdrasil. Thor and Hercules volunteered to be gatekeepers, wielding their respective weapons. At least for the time being, you wont have to worry about the door being breached. Jinhyeok quickly looked at the overall situation. It was very small, but I thought of a way to buy time. Ill leave it to you. Jinhyeok left Alice behind and threw himself. Chapter 635 Chapter 635. The one who predicts destruction, Gros (1) The number of all kinds of cases came to mind, but the worries did notst long. The best number was already drawn in my head. Took Jinhyeoks body lightly headed down the wall. contractor!? What are you doing? Lord! Mr. Jinhyeok! The rest of the members eximed in surprise. Even if it is rtively less dangerous because the front gate is full of elites including Hercules and Thor. This is because going under the wall was an act ofpletely isting oneself. In particr, Alice almost threw herself down following Jinhyeok without realizing it. However, Jinhyeok nodded as if not to worry and started to run in the opposite direction. This ispletely iprehensible behavior. Right then. Dalgrak. In Jinhyeoks arms, a box appeared, like an old and worn-out fountain pen. It was a bunch of junk that didnt matter much to everyone who watched. only one. Except for the primeval being who sees the value of the two things urately. The corner of Jinhyeoks mouth, which was looking at Gros, slightly went up. theres no way you wouldnt know How could I not know? A fountain pen that obscures the truth and an old, broken jewel box. Both are clues to The Labyrinth of Ouroboros. Thats Gross writhed reflexively. Due to the effect, all ck goats and sheep stopped moving for an instant. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! In war, a moment of one second creates a ripple effect beyond imagination. Enough topletely change the situation. Koooooo! Meeeee! Due to countless magic bullets and magic, over hundreds of troops on the ancient formation side disappeared as a handful of ashes. Why are these guys suddenly doing that? Stop attacking and do something else. Whatever it is, its an opportunity! Push even harder this time. I mean use all your firepower! A chance to cut down the enemys troops after a long time. For a long fight, you must do more damage. Whoop! Goes! [Thorga Lv??? Call of Thunder is activated!] [Hercules activates the unique spear Nemesis!] Terrible magic power was released, and two shes pierced the middle of the enemy lines. The arms and legs of the severed enemies were scattered in all directions. The ground was stained red with blood fountains. What are you doing! Unknown shouted at Gross. I couldnt help but get angry at Gross, who had lost his mind at an important moment. However, Gross, the person in charge, was not interested in how Unknown was annoyed or how much troops were being wiped out. youve already collected that much? Besides, Ive finished repairing the broken part. If there is one great threat to the primeval beings, it is the book Necronomicon. A forbidden book among forbidden books that not only contains detailed information about themselves, but also records weaknesses that should never be revealed and where to find them. Even if all troops here were to be annihted, that clue must be secured. thump! Strong tenacity, anger, and fear crept into Gross mind. Quaang! From that moment on, Gross body jumped out like an arrow. Catch that human! The top priority has shifted in the heads of all the ck sheep and goats. From capturing the castle and destroying the giant myth to capturing Jinhyeok. thud! thud! thud! thud! In an instant, the entire army turned their backs and tried to pursue Jinhyeok. stupid! Unknown reached out one step toote, but it was already toote. Due to the repeated assault and retreat at the same time, the entire force was entangled. huge confusion. No word could be more appropriate to describe the situation. Follow me! Theres nothing you can do about it! Unknown gave an order to his bodyguards behind him. To think such a clumsy response even with great power. I cant find the qualities of amander. Whatever it is, we have to follow through. The four knights of the Book of Revtion, who came to control as they were able to handle the covenant. And the incarnations of Apocalypse, including the Shade Reaper, moved immediately. Thus, the phase of the game haspletely changed. *** Okay. As expected. Jinhyeok was more careful about the neww. The farther you run away with maximum speed, the more power your allies have. Besides, the trump card that Beriel is preparing can bepleted perfectly, so this side has to work harder. The problem is coo coo coo coo coo coo coo coo coo! The point is that the death that ising now is faster and bigger than expected. Gross Jinhyeok swallowed dry saliva as he felt the creepy death at the nape of his neck. It is a cosmic being, and like Nyathotep, it is a monster located at the top among primeval beings. Even if you use both crowns, the odds are slim. He had already used the Realm of Wind and Wind God and was pouring all his mana into speed, but I didnt imagine that he would be able to escape from Gross for more than 10 minutes. At least get your hands on a new weapon. Or Jinhyeok remembered the painting he kept deep in the subspace. The Coronation of Napoleon. The holy relic that could reproduce the heyday was the one-hit kill card he had now. No No matter how much he returns to his prime, he cannot defeat Gross right now without the help of the Necronomicon. Above all, as long as there is a variable called coronation, the priority is to create the optimal environment and conditions to use the strongest hand. then. [Unique Singer Residual Moonlight is activated!] Ugh! Several lights split and Jinhyeok was divided into more than ten people. If not quality, even quantity. If at least 10 alter egos headed in different directions, it would be possible to buy 10 times more time simply by calcting arithmetic. Stay as long as you can. You dont have to fight, just run away. You always call me for difficult things. Well, thats how its me, though. Tags are my specialty. Hmm. If you get caught first, know that you are embarrassed. Each clone shrugged. ? The game of hide and seek began in earnest, even using an alter ego. how long has it been like that? Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Kwaaang! In the distance, along with the sound of an explosion, I could feel the magic power of the clones disappearing. They are being destroyed one by one by the growth. This is already seven. Just a few minutes ago, there were about two of them, but as Gross chased repeatedly, he wondered how to hunt efficiently. He must have mastered that feeling. shit. No matter how fast it would be. Once again, I realized how out-of-standard Gross power was. I think I can get away with it, though Thanks to the alter egos created from the residual moonlight that lured them far away, Gross wasted quite a lot of time. But just when you think so. Whoops! An unusual energy was sensed. not caught up Because I couldnt see Gross from 1km away. Even so, the reason why he felt such a hideous mana Jinhyeoks eyes turned upward. [Gross activates his unique ability, One eye Moon!] Kwaddeuk Kwaddeuk! Something happened in the sky far away. The moons surface cracked vertically and a huge single eye appeared. Its a huge, ominous eye that looks like its about to be sucked in. I couldnt take my eyes off it for a few seconds. Her footsteps, which had been so light, came as heavy as if they were attached to the ground. A tremendous shock hit my head for a moment. Quaang! mental breakdown. Even Jinhyeok, who is resistant to quite a few skills, couldnt stand the power. Keuuuugh Jinhyeok bit his mrs. As the ancient realm that transcends cognition unfolds, if you lose your guard even for a moment, you will let go of the strings of reason. You were there. Right next to me, I heard the boys thin, sweet voice. At the same time, every cell in the body sent out a high-pitched rm. The mana that was raised reflexively was concentrated on the right arm. [Tomb Graves right arm activates!] [Unique Singer 12 Tasks C half body activates!] Quaaang! Jinhyeoks body crossed the forest with a dizzying shock. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Trees bent from side to side, creating a scene as if they had been hit directly by a typhoon. Hoo. Its pretty strong. Looking at Jinhyuk standing up from the other side, Gross eximed exmation. Many of the enemies he has dealt with so far have been killed in a single blow. However, Jinhyeok, who did not die even in the attack with quite a bit of force, couldnt help but look amazing. Moreover, isnt the opponent just a humans fragile flesh and bones, not a main god or a phantom beast? I dont know why Tulcha and other primeval beings appear so suddenly and hit me in the back. Jinhyuk brushed the dust off his body. Even so, thanks to her direct appearance, the mental attack that had been strangling her head was much less. Come to think of it. Didnt you say you fought that stupid dancer too? The kindergarten party was held in front of me, so I hit a few honey chestnuts. Its quite the way. But Gross tried to continue with a grin. Youre not trying to sound like a third-rate viin, like hes the weakest among us, right? . At Jinhyeoks words, the corners of Gross mouth closed tightly. It seems to have hit the mark. Nyathotep said that talking to you would give me a headache. That sounds like the truth. I didnte all the way here to have a trivial conversation. Gross stretched out his hand toward Jinhyeok. Give me clues about the Necronomicon. Or I will kill you. What is this routine threat? of course. It wasnt Jinhyeok who would be able to make such a threat. [Unique Singer Phase 2 is activated!] In an instant, the whole body was wrapped in ck me. In addition, The me of the Beginning and Chrono Spear were activated simultaneously, and the bullets stained with dark red headed for Gross face. Pew! A hot fright engulfed Gross entire body. Terrible heat surged to the point that the surrounding rocks evaporated intact. Taking advantage of that gap, Jinhyeok used footwork to dig into the side of Gross. I have to drive crazy. There is even a small chance of winning if you dont give yourself a chance to rest. [Unique sacred spear gue is activated!] [Unique sacred spear 8 Swamps is activated!] The sticky mes containing deadly poison and gue were mixed. With acrid smoke, everything around me began to melt. Jinhyeok, who even took out the spear of the Spirit of Frost, aimed at one point of the growth. In the acidic mist a single spear extended like lightning. A single sh pierced the atmosphere. Chapter 636 Chapter 636. The one who foretells destruction, Gros (2) Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! The extreme cold contained within the Frost Spirit. A straight line piercing through one point made even the air freeze. Damn it! Everything around them turned into huge blocks of ice. It is so overwhelming that it can be counted among the ice worlds. but. Crunchy Kwaduk Grosss body didnt get frostbite. Its an unreasonable y on the ice. Surely, you didnt think this was a blow to your hearts contention? If so, Im very disappointed. Uhm. I used about 79.25% of my power, but wasnt it that bad? I cant even wake up. [Gros activates One Eye Moon C Abyssal sh!] Shouldnt this be at least a blow? Parts! A dark red sh came from the huge single eye floating in the sky. A mass of magical energy that looked hundreds of meters in diameter even at a cursory nce. There was a concentration of power enough to blow up the entire staircase. Well, thats a bit Its too much. No matter how much the 50th floor is outside the standard, being able to use such a skill like that is a copse of the bnce. It was to the point where I wanted to pay tribute to myself for how I fought and won against monsters like that in the past. If hit, you die. 1 second invincibility is definitely not possible. As long as he has already used the Blessing of the Stars, there is no way to survive if he is hit directly. Jinhyeok liberated the subspace. Whoops! The space opened to the left and right, revealing one of the trump cards inside. Koooooo! The strongest undead monster whose whole body is made of bones. It is Bone Dragon. Although it was notparable to a living dragon, it possessed stats that approached that of an old dragon because it was made by repeatedly strengthening it using various ck magic. Dalgrak, Master! Isnt it toote? T-Bone, riding on the Ghost Steed, waved vigorously. Yes. He came at the right time. It was made perfectly beyond my expectations. The Bone Dragon spread its huge wings. After that, numerous Death Knights riding specters lined up. Order follow. Of great proportions. The Death Knights, whose reason had been removed to some extent, were ready to jump into the limbs with T-Bone. The greatest advantage is that there is no fear. Since they are not affected by Gross mental attack, it will be possible to conduct guerri warfare with them more effectively. lets go. Jinhyeok climbed onto the back of the dragon. [Trait Mentra Taming is activated!] [Trait Red Earth Riding is activated!] The ability to bring out the potential of a pet to its limit. The Bone Dragon began to fly quickly and smoothly, unsuitable for its huge body. Hmm. Are you nning to lure them into the air? Gross raised his head in interest. Certainly, if you were on the ground, you could turn everything to ashes in one blow, but if you were in the air, you would be able to stop destroying the stairs. A target with clearly visible intentions. Nevertheless, getting involved in Jinhyeoks n is because it is backed by the confidence that he will not lose to any variable. Its fun. Ill break the toys Ive worked hard on one by one. Gross fingertips headed towards the undead monsters. [The abyss shes!] The light of destruction spanning hundreds of meters scorched the atmosphere. chump chump chump chump! To be sure, there has never been a skill with this level of power until now. Since the Tower of Trials arrived in reality, the most threatening and powerful light has been emitted. A light that obscures the very concept of defense. ! . The Death Knights and Spectors who were involved evaporated without screaming once. Kuh! Jinhyeok drove the bone dragon in a zigzag as rough as possible. It would be impossible to run away from. If so , all you have to do is wait for the output to finish. The problem is Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa ! The rampaging attack did not stop at all. Meanwhile, the undead forces that came with it were decreasing at a remarkably fast rate. Master! Ti-Bone raised his voice urgently. If the Death Knights are lost any more, the opportunity to attack will disappear. I know ! Jinhyeoks eyes narrowed. As long as Gross believes that his eyes are invincible, he still has one chance to pry the gap. The essential weakness of ancient beings . As long as arrogance exists, Jinhyeok rides the bone dragon and draws arge circle. Specters follow after him and the circles begin to spread out more colorfully and wider. Soon after, the clouds split and a huge cumulonimbus cloud was created in the air . Patsutsu! However, there was a subtle change in Gross expression, which had turned into disappointment. It was not just the same attack. In the sparks rising here and there, different types of magic were detected. It was not simply the use of various types of magic or skills. Its a much more pure and powerful kind. Hmm. Is there something? Come to think of it The appearance of the clouds was also a bit strange. A little different from natural, but too close to the power of nature to be artificial. The reason soon became clear . !] [The Hooded Cranes activates Weather Change!] The two ancient species and the Divine Beast each raised their respective abilities . It started to be made. And in between. Kuku kuk kuku! Mogi yi yi! A small but powerful shadow cast over it. Along with the roaring sound of the ancient dragon , the red greatswordpleted the form. I summon the sword!] It wasnt used in its original state, but the power of density was close to the source because the support of various divine beasts and the supply of magical power from Jinhyeok were working smoothly . Spiritual beasts of the 5 elements, including , joined in. Go! Regardless of how ancient it is, if you touch the bright and lively spirit tree, you will be very damned! Well then! Lets show that little peppers are spicy! Everyone, be quiet. My head hurts. Different lights gathered from the bodies of the Spirit Beasts [The Spirit Beasts use their special skill Elemental Square!] A blow that mobilized everything . ha ha ha! This is kind of fun. Gross burst into madness, showing white teeth. The hunt, which I thought would be boring and uninteresting. I thought it would end after just chasing it one way . They were trampled on as if they had been trampled on. They didnt even have a chance to appease their boredom, let alone show off their proper strength. But now, they are able to relieve their itchy bodies from the enemies who are having a bit of fun. I will. Pachichik! The light of the abyss emanated from the eye of the moon. A red sh and a ck sh turned toward each other. Soon after, an unimaginable sh broke out. ??? Kwak Kwak Kwak Kwak Kwak! The storm became a typhoon and raged. The earth shakes. .It seemed like everything would turn to dust and scatter . Mogiyi The three ancient species and the divine beast screamed. The difference in strength felt at the moment of sh. It would be a miracle that the sword of condemnation did not disappear earlier. The bnce copsed to that extent. The copsed bnce was sure to widen exponentially as time passed. In the midst of a situation where there was no one left, Jinhyeok moved. Thank you, everyone. If we hadnt bought even one second of time against the light of the abyss, the current attack would not have been sessful . Ride the dragons body and fell on top of Grosss head. Kwak-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! As the mass of the heavy bones and the speed of light were added, a terrifying amount of impact was created. Gross, who was paying attention to the moons eye, allowed an unexpected blow. Kwaaang ! Dozens of shockwaves spread out and all the dirt on the ground rose up . Bone fragments shattered. It was a blow made by smashing the whole bone dragon, which was painstakingly created. But. Gross blocked the attack by spreading the unique shield used by ancient beings. Amon wound on the body. It didnte out, but the shield had a very fine incontinence. !? Gross gaze turned to the crack in the top of his head. A momentary void appeared. Jinhyeok held the Balmung in reverse. One of Gross few weaknesses that he found out through the Necronomicon in the past. There are features that can predict the location. If you had the book, the possibility would be much higher, but you cant help but regret not having it. Based on the flow of magic and previous experience, Jinhyeok I picked out these high ces. Tuk. Light and fast. Use the strongest cut grass I have. Mahon Il Ind. Kaga Gagak! Seven traces passed through Gross body. Sword steel trained to the limit at the optimal timing. It was a sword that perfectly matched thebination of the two beats . This. For the first time, a light of tension shed across Gross face. It wasnt because Mahon Ilseom was too sharp or the quality of his sword was excellent. It was the seven swords that touched his heart. He knew the path his heart traveled. It was the first time in my life that I felt a sense of threat. You bastard Sparks flew from Gross eyes. At the same time, a purple greatsword was summoned following Grosss hand . It was a sword that could be used to tear apart a gigantic colossus that was twice asrge as the body . However, since we have used up everything we prepared, there will be no variables anymore. no. Jinhyuk smiled confidently. The mobilization of divine beasts and spirit beasts. It was also a long-distance attack through downfall or closebat using a sword. All done for one purpose. Just time. The final hidden card prepared through Beriel was ready. Whoops! Lines and lines began to connect. [The skill of the job Boundary Master is activated.] If it was a Range Barrier that targets the surroundings with enemies The barrier we have prepared now is a Area Barrier that targets the entire floor. What are you trying to do with this body with just a barrier? This is not just a barrier. Would he try to deal with the strongest among the primeval beings with ordinary things? [The 12 constetions of the Zodiac Zodiac are opened.] This is all about the barrier. It is the pinnacle of all barriers and the final destination that no master of barriers has reached. All 12 constetions of Call of Star Light unfolded to create the 13th constetion. Chapter 637 Chapter 637. The one who predicts destruction, Gros (3) 24 hours after the covenant started. A fierce bloody battle for survival continued inside and outside the tower. 5th floor with Andrea. 7th floor with Caracal. In addition to that, countless floors of the tower had to struggle to survive from the primeval beings. and. Among them, one of the fiercest battlegrounds was where the Empire and Murim were located. Somethings strange Tulcha, who was fighting in Murim, tilted his head. Obviously, this is the middle level of the tower. Unlike the upper floors, it is a stairway that is like a gossip of the tower, where there is no room for jokes. With one gesture of his hand, the entire stairway was covered with gue. It is said that it is normal for all the residents living here to vomit blood and die in agony. However, for some reason, there was no sign of being easily prated as much as 100,000 mountains where the enemys main forces were gathered. This is despite the fact that he fatally wounded the only troublemaker, the Heavenly Demon, and made him leave the front line. Those leeches The image of the Heavenly Demon, who had been fighting for nearly 10 hours, appeared in Tulchas mind. A formidable enemy who used the ability called Cheonma Shin Gong and ran wild all over the ce. Some bugs, including the elites of the Demonic Cult and the Grand Sword Master of the Empire called Ebraham, were equally annoying. Individually, they are mere insignificant creatures, but they willingly gave up their bodies for the sake of the Heavenly Demon. however. The only tricky time has passed. From the time the Heavenly Demon suffered an internal injury. It must be so. How did this happen! I clearly told you to wipe this ce out within one day! Tulcha took offense at the men who came with him. Just like Tulcha, there were many familiars dressed as dancers. Thats theyre using an unknown poison. Poison? yes. Are you just using a poison that affects you guys too? Even if I say this, I know that it only works for people who can handle a little bit of internal energy. Its an obvious level of poison used by the Empire. At least, Moorims Sacheondangmun was known as a prestigious poison gate, but that was only a story in the realm of humans. For those who lived on the 50th floor, the famous Hakjeonghong or Jeolmyeongsogongsan were nothing more than drinks after meals. I have no face. sorry. You are a great being. The familiars bowed their heads. It was an absurd excuse even when they thought about it, but it was the truth. The number of familiars who died trying to enter the mountain had already exceeded three digits. Stupid things. Its my fault for entrusting the work to these guys. Tulcha frowned and jumped up from her seat. It was unbearably annoying that he had to take the lead and use his hands against just these guys. But Tulcha did not know. In a battle with Jinhyeok not too long ago, Jinhyeok used Corna, one of the tails of the gue, on him. and. The fact that Korna turns into a deadly poison to primeval beings as Tulcha unlocks its abilities or synergizes with various gues. atst. Even though they were killing themselves, Tulcha and other familiars had no choice but to think that the Empire and Murim were ying some kind of joke. *** Whoops! Dazzling stars floating in the night sky. Twelve constetions surrounded Gross. It is a mysterious and beautiful sight. As if all things in the universe were captured in one picture. Hmm. Gross licked his lips. Ive been through countless years, but this is the first time Ive seen a sight like this. Therefore, the desire to kill the other person out of irritation just a moment ago hadpletely disappeared. A new stimnt called interest hase to a boring life. I can see why that man is so interested in you. I never thought that there would be a human who would surprise me twice in this short period of time. The man. The name came up again. It is now possible to roughly predict stagnation, but it is too early to conclude. Because the clue about the opponent was toocking. Im d you seem interested. Id like to y it slowly because its like this, but this is also a race against time. I need to finish it soon. I am the one who decides when to start and when to finish. Gross raised his greatsword high. Damn it! The space split and the moon from a while ago appeared. no. I was trying to show off. Whoops! The starlight filled the cracks in an instant. The one-eye door had disappeared. what? Gross pupils dted rapidly. I thought I could see several shining snakes around Jinhyeoks body, but they radiated a different level of magic than before. However, even for a moment, Jinhyeoks appearance disappeared like smoke. Kwaaang! A heavy feel felt from the side. Balmung, which shattered the shield in one blow, struck Gross at the waist. Ah! A scream filled with pain erupted from Gross mouth. The sense that was so unfamiliar that it was unfamiliar shook the string of rationality that had been kept sharp. Countless sword attacks poured in before he could evene to his senses. As if he couldnt feel the mass, Balmung drew a trajectory on the trajectory and pounded Gross whole body. Kaka Kaka Kaka Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! [The zodiac sign Sagittarius is awakening!] [The zodiac sign Pisces is open!] The space was distorted and arrows made of stars poured into it. It is not easy to block or avoid. It is because the direction of the shooting is unpredictable and there are so many of them. As the terrifying feast of constetions unfolded, small cuts continued to appear on Gross body. Its finally working. Jinhyeok trembled slightly at the touch of his hand. A fast beating heart and overflowing mana. Everything made me feel alive in this moment. [Due to the effect of Libra in the zodiac sign, the gap between the primeval beings and the ancient corporations is minimized!] If Final Genesis embodies the world of images, then Call of Starlight is the world of existing constetions. to invoke. A realm of gods that is extremely difficult to deal with. However, if you can use it properly you will be able to nt a very unfamiliar and unfamiliar sense of difference to those who have not reached that area. Blue waves followed one after another. The blessings bestowed from all kinds of constetions did not give him a chance toe to his senses. but. Quaang! Gross made ama in his breathing, distinguishing between dangerous and less dangerous attacks even in the midst of countless attacks. Arrows and sword strikes were gradually blocked, creating countless sparks in the air. Soon, they even allowed a space to widen the distance. fault! Gross quickly jumped backwards. A face distorted in shock and shock. It was out of attack range, but that wasnt what was important right now. I couldnt understand how he could so lightly pierce his shield, which he prided himself on being invincible, and shock his body. Even blocking the summoning of One Eye Moon, which can be said to be his symbol, was hard to ept. You can make it nullify? Primordial power, nothing else? such nonsense. I had never heard of such a thing being possible. No wonder. Because they were beings standing above all things. Dominating, trampling, and trampling were the only rules that existed in this huge tower. However,mon sense that we have taken for granted like the sun rising in the east and setting in the west. From this moment on, it was shattered into pieces. *** Shhh! Shhh! The snakes, wrapped in shiny skin, licked their tongues around Jinhyeok. They are divine beasts that were created when the 13th constetion was opened. [All attack power and speed defense are increased by 200% while constetions are open.] [ Magic consumption is increased by 200% normally.] [If half or more constetions are maintained, one of the enemys abilities is sealed. You can.] [You can receive help from snakes in all attacks thanks to Blessing of the Serpent.] Primordial Power. Call of Starlight had several fraudulent characteristics, but the biggest thing was that it could be sealed. It is an optimal substitute for Necronomicon and Coronation. but. It wasnt just advantages. thump! The excessive consumption of magic power was so great that it made countless level ups worthless. It feels like Im using a unique spear for every attack. I have to hurry. You have to win quickly. Now, when the opponent is flustered, is the only opportunity. If Gross gets used to this pattern even a little, there will be no chance to defeat him again. Jinhyeok awakened all the cells in his body. Whoa Concentrate and control your breathing. perfectly. A little more perfect until everythinges together. and that moment. Jinhyuk melted into the shadows. Ultra-high-speed movement through Shadow Kill. Seruk! Jinhyeok, who grabbed Grosss back, aimed for Grosss back. Kwaaang! Gross reacted with a paper difference and defended with his greatsword. The sword strikes that met from point to point created a huge hole in the air. [Snake Road C Banquet of Snakes is activated!] Snakes of all sizes circling around Balmung, raising the swords abilities to the limit. Sussut! A ck mamba with deadly poison aimed at Gross ankle. The massive anaconda drew a great circle to crush Gross to the bone. Remnants of tricks! Gross swung the great sword he was holding. Awesome! The bodies of the snakes that rushed at them were cut into pieces. I was taken aback for a moment, but then I came to my senses. Primordial authority was not activated as before, but it was only a small part of the numerous abilities anyway. Let me tell you that an abyss of unknown depth cannot even illuminate the light. From now on, I will treat you as the same level as the Elder Gods and fight. [Gross opens Shagais root!] Gross mother, Shagai. This great sword was created by collecting and gathering the crystals of the heart. Keye! The surface of the sword cracked horizontally and a creepy single eye appeared. At the same time, numerous purple tentacles sprouted along the floor. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! The level of growth that puts even the 13th constetion in jeopardy. Jinhyuk bit his lip at the shaking sky. a monster is a monster. For this reason, the fulfillment of the covenant should have been prevented. It would be suicidal to fight such an out-of-the-box enemy when you werent fully prepared yet. but. I have to do it. cannot be entrusted to anyone else. Even if the deity and raw meat are residents and yers. Because in front of the current apocalypse, it would be nothing more than a speck of dust. Jinhyuk bit his lip, feeling the time that was running out with his whole body. One by one the constetions are losing their light. In the meantime, he had raised his proficiency by using and applying numerous barriers, but it was impossible to handle all of these skillfully at the point of not changing jobs. Then Jinhyeok grabbed Balmung with both hands. The light from the numerous stars that illuminated the sky quickly disappeared. Instead, all the starlight gathered into a single constetion. [The 12 constetions are moving away.] [The power of Asclepio, the owner of the 13th pce of Snake, is released!] The stars have changed into the shape of a huge snake. Huge fangs sprouted from its gaping mouth. [The Devouring Serpent will be summoned!] With this, we will win. Chapter 638 Chapter 638. The one who foretells destruction, Gros (4) The serpent that swallows the Groth looked up at the sky. The opening and closing of the mouth, befitting its nickname, could not be seen. Indeed, it deserves to be called a powerparable to that of the deities of the outer universe. but. Who do you think youre dealing with right now? Cuckoo Cuckoo! Keeeee! Shagais roots roared, creating a purple storm. Rather than the sh of the abyss that he had shown before, a more powerful and goosebumps rushed into him. The rising heat haze must have been a phenomenon that gnawed away even the area of the sphere barrier. Terrible chaos. That was exactly what the purple haze around Gross could describe. Jinhyuk quietly closed his eyes. Things you should never do with an enemy in front of you. However, no gaps could be found in thepletely defenseless appearance. Magical power flowing minutely. Very slowly synchronized the energy of the stars with her own magic. The mysterious light gradually withdrew the light that had been immersed in chaos. [Understanding of barriers increases.] A job that isplex, difficult, and difficult to reach in a short period of time. Thats why the Boundary Temple has been rejected by many people. This is because the efficiency and cost performance are too low. Despite knowing all of that, I chose this job and had no regrets about it. from the most insignificant barriers. Until the confrontation that leads to the zodiac sign. Because all the moments of growing up one by one were so satisfying. [The 13 constetions look down on you.] Go. Jinhyeok swung the sword that was held high. In response, Groths howling sword rose upward. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah Kwah! sh of swordsmanship and swordsmanship. The snake and its tentacles shed desperately to pierce each other. The pain that seemed like every cell in my body would be torn to shreds set my brain on fire. I felt like I would lose my mind at any moment due to the pain beyond my limits. Big! Jinhyuk swallowed the scream in his throat. Optimal conditions. Numerous devices were put in ce to overwhelm the opponent. All of that has be meaningless in the face of overwhelming power. It was more fun entertainment than I expected. I thought I would trample a bug. Its been a long time since I warmed up properly. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Gross subtly twisted the swords trajectory. Keeeee! Numerous tentacles from Shagais roots came closer and closer to Jinhyeok, strangling the snake. The precarious bnce of power has already copsed. Sooner orter, those tentacles will reach Jinhyeok. Its over. Gross unleashed even more powerful power for a perfect end. The tentacles screamed. Numerous single eyes covered the entire universe. In a situation where nothing but despair can be seen. Jinhyuk stretched out his hand toward the one-eyed tentacles approaching him. The reason why he insisted on a power struggle even though he knew that this head-to-head confrontation was dangerous. It was because there was a reason I had to make those eyeballs open. [Copy Conditions: Gross, one of the ancient gods, foreshadows the destruction of a world just by appearing. An absolute being that floats while turning countlesss to dust. In order to copy Gross ability, please give him unforgettable nightmares to his numerous eyeballs. Depending on the level of mental damage, you can copy one of Gross unique abilities and skills.] In a word, give him a terrible trauma. Lets go eat pork cutlet and catch a whale. All you have to do is to imprint an unforgettable memory of the fact that Santa us never existed. just now! [Multiple barriers are activated!] [The 13-star barrier, The Forest of Dreams where snakes dwell is activated!] When the final barrier was opened, hundreds of white trees grew along the green forest. Among the tree trunks, white silks covered with white scales appeared. A very mysterious and alien sight that is not like this world. All of that burrowed into the countless eyes of Gross. for a while too. The snakes rushed in all at once, took something out of theke, and started chewing on me. Those plump and plump baby octopuses are so cute and dainty. Cute octopuses with bright eyes were roaming around the forest and were snatched up by snakes in an instant. Jilgeongjilgung. The tentacles were quickly sucked into the snakes mouth. Keeeh! Kyaaaaa! It was then that a painful scream erupted. Gross eyes possessed an overwhelming status, but because of the numerous eyes, they had the disadvantage of being vulnerable to magic. Of course, if it was the usual Gross, there was nothing to be dazzled by the slightest hallucinations or illusions. Unless its at the level of the Elder Gods or other primeval beings. but. Now that the primordial authority is being hindered, there are gaps that can be dug into. Violet light flowing back. what!? An earthquake shook Grosss pupil. Raising the power to end the opponent turned into a poisonous situation for himself. In an instant, the tentacles and eyeballs protruding from the shagais roots visibly faded. On the other hand. h h The mouth of the-devouring serpent has opened wider than ever before. Check mate with this. You are the end. Damn it. Gross stared nkly at the approaching roof of his mouth. Its size was so huge that the space itself to escape had disappeared. like that. A gigantic creature made of starlight swallowed Gross whole. . *** Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! A terrifying aftershock blew in. If it wasnt for the protection of the constetions, I would have been caught up in the storm just now. Hee-eok hee-eok hee-eok. Jinhyuk took a deep breath. I had poured everything all the way to the floor, so I thought it was a miracle just to hold on to my spirit, let alone stand. At the same time, I was delighted with the pain my body was sending. Being able to feel the senses meant that he hadnt reached a dangerous stage. Thats why the previous attack was the final and strongest blow created by pouring all the power of the 13th constetion. h h! [The 13th constetion announces the end.] The barrier that continued to maintain Gensokyo disappeared. Broken fragments fell to the floor. dump! Jinhyuk staggered and sat down on the spot. master! are you okay? Mosquito yee! Miyooo! Colleagues, including sweet potatoes, fries, T-bones, and spirits, ran to Jinhyeoks ce in one step. Everyone was terrified outside the barrier and prayed for their master to win. Yes. Thanks to you, I was able to win somehow. Jinhyeok stroked the heads of the summoned creatures in his arms. I am very grateful to see this. Even when I rolled and grinded like that, he was always by my side. I thought that if I go back this time, I should eat my favorite food to my hearts content. Right then. A pleasant beep sounded. [Ability copied sessfully.] [Trait One Eye Moon] Difficulty to obtain: Unmeasurable Description: Can create an abyssal eye on a, enabling both mental and long-range ray attacks. Its overwhelming range and destructive power exceed that of a dragons breath, and it can be used infinitely if it is backed by magical power. However, if you use the Primordial Ability for a long time, there is a risk of falling into the deep abyss. I wonder if Looking at the status window that reminded Jinhyeok, he sighed in relief. It must be a miracle that cannot be done twice in the same way. If it was known how Gross suffered, there would be no way to allow such a huge barrier to the area. Still, its not bad to catch one. I made the maximum result that I can do in the spec right now. as if to prove it. Tring! Golden and purple status windows appeared one after another. Unlike before, it is decorated with splendid decorations in a form that has never been seen before. [Impossible Achievement Aplished!] [The Fifth Perk is unlocked for the first to conquer the Tower!] [You will be given the option of an additional reward instead of the existing one.] [You can choose two of the following rewards. It will.] 1. Level up to 35. 2. Free ess to the 50th floor. 3. Key clue about the Necronomicon 4. One of the relics corresponding to the purple grade (limited to one of 1.026 in the catalog) 5. SSS-ss random treasure box 6. Location of the remaining crown tracking scroll. [You must decide the time limit for selection within 3 hours from the time you see this status window. If you do not make a choice, the reward will be automatically canceled.] Crazy. Jinhyeok, who was reading the letters, almost bit his tongue. I expected that the reward wouldnt be unusual because I had hunted a being with a different arc, but this was beyond my imagination. All of them are so important and precious that I cant even figure out which one to choose. The good thing is that I cant just pick one. A whopping two. There is an opportunity to serve two tes at the most expensive and fancy buffet. [Obtained Shagais Root Greatsword] [Obtained 104 supreme magic stones] [ Obtained 14 Primeval Essence] [Unknownrge tentacles] Other than that, Gross The big rewards obtained while processing continued. Dozens of items filled the floor, making it difficult to check the list one by one. It is said that happinesses after suffering. It was a moment when I could truly feel the worth of risking my life. but. There was no time for prolonged enjoyment. master! T-Bone raised his voice at the new magic that approached from afar. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah Kwah! Undead warriors and Death Knights, who had spread out widely, were fighting hard, but beings with unusual magical powers were rapidly approaching this ce. You dont even have to tell me who you are. They are the apostles of Apocalypse sent by Unknown. Dalgrak! I cantst long with my children. If youre going to fight, everyone has toe together once again to face it T-Bone pulled out a ck sword and took a stance to run at any moment. It seemed like he was thirsty for a chance to show off his skills, perhaps because he had just been defeated one-sidedly. Mosquito! Miyomiyo! I dont know about the Great Octopus, but the rest of them. Our spirit beast, Musketeer Oh, can punish you! Okay then! Sweet potato, fried food, and spirits also burned their will and red at the direction the enemies wereing from. hey Seeing him so energetic, hes definitely reassured, but I have to go back for now. Jinhyeok barely got up. Fighting enemies in this condition is the same as begging them to kill you. Right now, you have to go back to the castle where everyone is and take a break. Above all, I had to make one of the most important decisions of my life in a short time of three hours. Chapter 639 Chapter 639. Uncertain Future (1) Death of Gross. This has created a ripple effect on a level different from before. Thats right. Until now, primeval beings are known as immortals. In other words, they were revered as monsters that could not be destroyed no matter what. No matter how many troops are poured into it, it doesnt matter if it uses a splendid unique spear or a powerful unique ability. Or even if you mobilize any novel and novel method It is said that it cannot be extinguished like thews that exist in the natural world. But thatmon sense has beenpletely shattered. by a human being. Are you saying that Gross-nim, not anyone else, was fooled like this? I cant believe I cant. This is nonsense. Each of the primeval beings raised their voices. It was only during Tulcha that even though luck and luck won, it was only a story that made them retreat. He didnt kill Tulcha. Isnt Gross a high-ranking being that cant even bepared to Tulcha? It was uneptable news that such Gross lost his life to a single individual. Rather, it would make more sense that someone spilled false information and caused confusion. No, this is definitely confirmed information. I went to the scene with my own eyes and found traces of Mr. Grosss death. Nyathotep shook his head quietly. He also double-checked it several times just in case, but the more borately he examined it, the more certain he was of Grosss death. There was another heavy silence at Nyathoteps words. How many minutes had passed in silence? Time that seemed like an eternity was broken by someone. So. What do you think about winning? At first, you said that the fight would be over within a few days, but when you open the lid, the resultse out very different? Her voice, which was so enchanting and enchanting, was palpable. A pale-skinned girl with long, dull gray hair. It was the alter body of Shub Nigurath. Although he had suppressed his immense power in human form, suppressing his innate, infinite magical power was the same as trying to keep the sea in a box of apples. Cuckoo Cuckoo! A terrifying life erupted. suck. Numerous creatures on the 50th floor shrank in fear due to the flowing purple aura and tentacles. It is a terrible sense of intimidation that is not easy to dare to breathe even once. However, the opponent to whom the arrow of anger was directed was calmly shrugging his shoulders. Dont push yourself too hard. I didnt know that the job would be this difficult, too? What should I do if that stagnant guyes up with the number of dishes like a loach? You call that an excuse? Its not an excuse Im just stating the truth. Besides, the fight isnt over yet. Arent we, Mr. Mask, ipetent? I have no face. Unknowns body trembled slightly at the mans question. Feelings of shame, anger, and fear mixed at once. That if she disappoints the man more than this, her very existence will disappear. Because you know yourself better than anyone else. Im sorry that your precious children died. But arent sacrifices necessary in war? Sacrifice? Did you just say sacrifice in front of me? Shubnigurath stood up from his seat made of tentacles. The huge ck goats and sheep lined up next to her all red at the man. No, I mean Thanks to your noble sacrifice, one of my limitations was lifted. I meant something like this. Cheerreuk Five golden chains on the mans body. The number of chains, originally seven, was reduced. They said that if you solve all of them, you canpletely break free from the restraints of the tower. Besides, they said you canpletely wipe out the Necronomicon from this world. Its just what I said the other day. Theres no need to doubt that this is the truth, as youve already confirmed it with your eyes. transaction between the two. For men, fun and the freedom to enjoy it to the fullest. And it was supposed to give the Primordial Beings the opportunity to be forever freed from the Necronomicon, which poses the greatest threat to them. It is a perfect match for each others interests. Above all thanks to all of you guys hard work, I finally finished this. The man pulled out a vial containing a drop of red blood and a vial containing ck smoke from his arms. At a nce, I could tell that it was no ordinary blood. The ck smoke was also unusual. Hoo. Shubniguraths expression changed rapidly. The most perfect blood made by mixing the blood of the Elder God and the blood of the Alphas, who can be said to be the founders of the 13 races. I finally seeded in putting it together. On the other side is corruption extracted from the seven sins. Even the purest could fall to the depths of hell if they inhaled this gas. Certainly, this will give him the most lethal blow. Shubnigurath gently shakes the vial. Inside, the beautiful ruby-colored blood and ck smoke swayed here and there. Alice von Ataraxia. Teresa de Laurencia. This blood provided the means to obtain both the true ancestor and the fallen saint at the same time. *** Liquor! Pour more! Glory to the great heros victory! A disgraceful death to the enemy! A huge festival was going on inside the walls where the Union resided. This is because the situation of the warpletely changed as Jinhyeok defeated one of the enemys leaders. Even the covenants that urred simultaneously on all the stairs of the tower also faced a situation of hesitation due to Grosss death. From the point of view of the coalition, which only has to endure for a total of 7 days, morale is bound to skyrocket. Good job. It was wonderful. Hahaha! I thought you were going tomit suicide because you suddenly jumped down the castle. The deities of each myth tapped Jinhyeok on the shoulder and handed him wine and beer. The war isnt quite over yet, so you wont be able to drink until your nose is pierced, but itll be enough to set the mood. I was trusting the contractor. Ellis rushed to Jinhyeok and clung to him. Is there anything Jinhyeok cant do? Theresa ran up from the other side and crossed her arms. Pachichik! w! It seems like sparks are flying strangely. The stinging gazes felt from both sides seemed more threatening than when facing Gross head-on. First of all, everyone, get some rest. Eat as well as you can. Huh? The contractor? Where are you going Jinhyeok? Alice and Teresa opened their eyes wide. I have some business to deal with. 6 rewards received by the system. The time hase to choose two of them. They moved to a secluded ce, leaving behind the deities and deceased members of the corporation that Jinhyeok regretted. pounding! pounding! pounding! For a long time, my heart was beating happily. Perhaps he would enter the Tower of Trials and make one of his biggest decisions. Which one should I choose? Level up once. This is a condition that provides the ridiculous experience of level 35. Of course, it was a fraudulent option given a stat of 105, so I couldnt take my eyes off it easily. Because it means that significant growth is possible in a short period of time. But the damn system Ive dealt with so far is a guy who absolutely doesnt work withmon sense. It was because he had a personality like a sociopath who put up perverted and sadistic copy conditions and did all sorts of weird things for his own pleasure. That means that there will be pitfalls in this condition as well. I guess they want to see me choosing the wrong one and saying I like it without finding the pearl hidden in the shell. It was Jinhyeok who was able to see through the other persons mind urately without knowing why. The gaze was directed downward. There was a ticket that allowed you to freely enter and exit the 50th floor. Green parchment that glows brightly. The pass with purple letters and a golden seal was the most powerful master key in existence. I cant kill anyone just by going there, but Some special items are worth a look. Especially in the pce of Azatoth, which boasts the strongest security, if you can get your hands on it, it will be much more advantageous to lead the future market. Key clues from the Necronomicon and tracking the location of the crown were also attractive, but these were areas that could be solved without systemicpensation if more time and effort were invested. Its the Necronomicon, and now Im starting to see the outline. Its a crown, because its enough to properly coax or seduce the remaining forces. This is not a difficult decision. The problem starts after this purple grade relic and random treasure box. Jinhyeoks eyes swayed from there, unable to find his way. The total number of existing purple-grade holy relics is 1077. In fact, most of the holy relics were included in the selection, except for a few types that were used by primeval beings or were close to impossible to obtain. If you choose the one that suits you best among them, you will be able to fill up the specs equivalent to level 35 at once. Jinhyeok went through the numerous relics on the list and was deeply troubled. How much time had passed like that? After organizing his thoughts to some extent, Jinhyeok confirmed thest option. SSS-ss random treasure chest. From the minimum S-ss to the maximum unmeasurable. Its literally a box full of all kinds of items. ording to the detailed description, it was written that this ce also contained things that could not be obtained through normal means. It means that you can save new recruits like the Gun of the Undead or the Spear of the Frost Spirit. Whoa Jinhyuk took a deep breath. And he reached out his hand towards two options. [You chose the 50th floor free pass.] [You chose the SSS-ss random treasure box.] It was a difficult choice to choose, but this is the best. No, I will make this option the best option. Jinhyeok burned his fighting spirit and immediately moved to the next step. *** And the same time. Strange shadows rose inside the castle holding a toast. The barriers and defensive magic spread over here have all been destroyed. Good. Now go inside. Unknown nodded as he straightened the mask with fingernail marks. You must not fail this time. Even for your ownfort, not for anyone elses. Chapter 640 Episode 640. Uncertain future (2) Dung-dung-dung! Inside the castle walls, the sounds of drums and songs harmonize. In the midst of the merriment, a few alienated people were warming themselves by a bonfire in the cold outskirts. Damn it, everyone drinks a cool ss, but only us, what is this? Theres nothing we can do about it since we lost in the lottery. But they said theyd leave a few coins, so lets wait. The warriors of Northern Europe and Olympus leaned against the railing while grunting. Its time to enjoy the festival with only a minimum of defense troops left. Those who broke through the worst odds and pulled out the bang were having the worst time. Waiting for an enemy that neveres. Who said they wereing at this timing? Thats right. Besides, they say that there are dozens ofyers of defenses put up by bizarre things, whether its witchcraft or magic. As long as the huge star called Gross has been defeated, the enemies wont have the strength to fight back. At least for tonight. Just when you think so. Slowly a ck shadow rose from the ground. uh? What is it? The hand reflexively turned to the horn. Unfortunately, the opponents movement was one step faster than the hand. Quick! Kwajik! Ouch!? Kek. The speed you cant even perceive. The two guards copsed with the sound of their neck bones breaking. White teeth sprouted over the slithering shadows and devoured the corpses in an instant. Kick Kick! Its quite fun, isnt it? I didnte here to y, so dont act rashly. How much more than that? It looks like you killed it for a while, but you still cant go inside? This is the end. The four knights announcing the end stood around Unknown as if escorting them. Good. I dont think youll be disturbed by this. Unknown looked at the scene of the festival in the distance. Seeing them raising their voices inspired by victory, the scars on the mask swelled up . A pair of daggers appeared. The goal is to inject blood and ck energy into the souls of the two members , Alice and Teresa . Unknown once again melted into the darkness. *** At the same time, Jinhyeok, who is in the middle of the festival, cooked with all his heart and soul . A wonderful scent pierced my nose. A lot of them eat. If theres anything you want to eat, just tell me. oh! is the owner real? can i eat it all? Anything? Ralgrak. Dalgrak. Im so happy that tears are about toe out of the skeleton. Mosquito! Miyoooo! Its a perfect prey for this noble body. I think the seasoning is a little too salty, but Ill be kind enough to understand. Hehe. Its really nice because the owner treats me well Its really nice Suspicious. It must have been poisoned, right? Or, the food has strange contractual uses written on it The summoned beasts sat in a huddle. While they were delighted, they rolled their eyes full of doubts on the other hand . eat. But Are you going to make me feel bad if you keep doubting me? Oh, no. Ill eat it deliciously. yomnyomnyom. me too. I am eating well with noints! The Spirit Beasts hurriedly took the stacked magic stones to their mouths. Including sweet potatoes and fries, the gods also filled their stomachs. Whats up, Contractor? Thats right. Youre not the type to do this kind of favor for free. You went somewhere alone a little while ago, and it seems to have worked out well. The flowers ofughter were in full bloom, right? Its been a while since Ive seen you so happy. Hmm. I think my brother got a confession from a pretty local girl? The other members also added a word to each other. shit. What do you say if you do good deeds? still. It warms my heart to see everyone having fun. The fact that the war is progressing better than expected also contributed to enriching the barn of the mind. how long has it been like that? By the time everyone had filled their stomachs and left their seats to rest. Jinhyeok visited the forge where Orun and Hephaestus were. Roaring! Roaring! Wild sparks and hammering sounds. In a space filled with the smell of mens sweat, two cksmiths were working hard to create a masterpiece. Ohh Jinhyeok eximed involuntarily. Before I knew it, the dagger had a fairly usible shape. At first nce, the appearance and magic that seem unusual. A soft purple light bloomed along the de. The shape is so cool too? The appearance of a pair of snakes swallowing a sword. The blinding brilliance also showed that this dagger was a masterpiece among masterpieces. Keuheum! Are you here? Gee, it must have taken too long for us. No. Rather, Im in the middle of concentrating, but Im sorry I interrupted you. Cheolkeolkeolkeol! Nope. I was worried because there was a bit of a blockage at the time. Is there a blockage? Jinhyuks expression darkened slightly at Hephaestus words. It was because there shouldnt be any setbacks inpleting the new weapon. Thats I dont have enough materials to inject purple magic. I know you worked hard to prepare it, but I think I need more quality materials. You have no face. Hephaestus and Orun scratched their heads. It was obvious that Jinhyeok would be irritated. However, Jinhyeoks expression was brighter than when he heard the story. No, Im worried about something not so great Will that part be solved with this? [The sub-space inventory is open!] The huge space split left and right, and a huge amount of items poured out. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! It was the Shagai root obtained from Gross, the top-notch magic crystal, and all kinds of by-products from the corpse of the primeval. In an instant, the corner of the forge was filled with items with enormous magical power. omg! This, this The pupils of Hephaestus and Orun bulged out. Thats right. They were two masters who had made all kinds of arms and items up to now, but categorically, they had no experience in handling the materials that existed on the 50th floor. A chance to go to a new world that no one has ever been to. It was only natural that his craftsmanship as a cksmith would re up. Ohhh! With this, its possible. Cancer. Its possible! Give me two hours, no, just one hour! The two cksmiths raised their hammers. Expressing overwhelming gratitude for giving them the opportunity to greatly improve their skills. Ah, then, since youre already doing it, can I ask you one more thing? Theres something I just need. Just say anything. This is it. Jinhyeok handed over a piece of paper. Hephaestus took the paper and stroked his beard. Hmm. Im asking you to make something quite hideous. A doll that can withstand 109 curses, some of which Ive never seen before. Is it possible? If its possible, its possible. There are so many good materials. But, what are you going to use this for? The number of curses is also a number, but theirbinations andbinations are sophisticated andplex beyond imagination. What did you think of this terrifying thing? No, aside from that, I was wondering what to do with this. Do you know that word? huh? what do you say? If you know too much, you die early. Creepy. Dry saliva ran down the throats of Hephaestus and Orun. Suddenly, the hot body cooled down. Dont worry, at least I wont be using it for Olympus. Hahaha! Actually, I only deal with hammers, so I dont have any questions. When a requestes in, its best to do it silently, isnt it? Isnt old Hephaestus like that too? This old man has no interest in the world at all. The two cksmiths, who matched quite well, tried to look away from Jinhyeok. like that. Once again, high-level work continued. Shagais roots slowly melted in the furnace and seeped into existing daggers. Whoops! In an instant, a dazzling light flickered. The long-awaited weapon was finallypleted. Cuckoo Cuckoo! A huge pir of light shot through the forges chimney and shot up into the sky. Jinhyuk swallowed dry saliva. Then, after checking the detailed stats of the item, he let out a cheer. Amazing, Great! [First de] C Purple Difficulty: Impossible Damage: 7200000 Durability: 2300000000 / 2500000000 Weight: 200g Contents: A masterpiece created by melting the best items at the root of an ancient being. It was crafted by the best cksmiths in the Tower of Trials with great care and boasts the highest attack power among the Holy Relics. Special Effect: You can activate the ability of Snake that you used to kill Gross, and you can use Shylocks Cruel Deal. In addition, when the mastery level reaches a certain level, two additional hidden special effects are opened. Shylocks Cruel Deal: If you put two conditions on the scale and pay a certain price, you can start a deal that can achieve another condition. (However, this transaction can only be used once every 30 days.) The level of thepleted item far exceededmon sense, so it was inevitable that the whole body would be thrilled. A whopping 7.2 million attack power. Isnt it several tens of times higher than the Spear of the Frost Spirit or Balmung, which were considered the strongest in the past? Even the durability was strong enough to use freely, and there was even a special effect that could grow. It was definitely fun when I used Asclepius abilities. fierce and sharp. The taste that pressured Gross was excellent. Heog, heo, heo Do you like it? Hephaestus and Orun breathed heavily. Seeing his muscles spasm, he must have poured all of his stamina and mana into it. thank you. I really like it. performance and appearance. none of them are missing Jinhyuk lightly swung his sword. Awesome! A thin incontinence formed on one of the greatswords left for materials. for a while too. cooong! The de that had been cut in half fell as it was. The B-ranked two-handed greatsword couldnt withstand a single blow. Its light. Only 200g. The impable weight bnce was equally satisfying. Jinhyeok slowly injected magic into the two daggers. Shish Shit! Patterned snakes came to mind along the surface of the dagger. If I could fully use this, what kind of power would I be able to unleash? Chapter 641 Episode 641. Infinite Wheel Shylock (1) Chuck! Jinhyeoks eyes shed with his sword in both hands. The eyes of a beast like looking for prey. It didnt matter if anyone could use the swords ability properly. startled Orun and Hephaestus turned their bodies with their eyes down. Seeing that Sosogoth was lying down, it seemed that he didnt want to fall prey to the new dagger. Chet. Its a pity. cksmiths with muscr bodies would have had their own taste of writing. Jinhyeok licked his lips and went out of the forge. As soon as I went outside, the cool night breeze gently brushed my whole body. Im sure hell be here somewhere An opponent who has enough skills to y around with, but can keep a secret even if he shows some ability. Those who could be nominated were very limited. Jinhyeok moved slowly, detecting the magic around him. While tinkering with the newly acquired weapon, he pondered over how to be more effective and stronger so that he could deal with the primeval beings and those above them. Then, suddenly, something shed through my mind like lightning. if! One of the effects on this dagger. Shylocks Cruel Deal. Like Rick, it is the unique spear of Jaringobi Shylock, who runs the Grand Troupe. If you use it, there is a possibility that you can greatly increase the sess rate of the random box you have. Originally, I was going to use it after purchasing other items that can manipte the probability, but maybe I can advance the timing significantly. I also have a trump card. Jinhyeoks head was spinning rapidly and the numbers of cases began to be sorted out. A path was created to produce the best results while reducing variables as much as possible. good. This decides what to do right now. [The special effect of the first de is activated!] Ugh! With the bright light, the space in front of my eyes split into a long horizontal line. A gaping crack. What appeared between them was a balrog with a huge body. The businesslike, pitiful looking suit that is inted to the point of bursting stands out. It looks like a game character has been ced as it is. In particr, the overwhelming sense of intimidation emanating from his massive 5m tall body made it impossible to distinguish whether this was a trader or a melee tanker. Hmm. Sudden forced summons thats unusual. Shylock wiped his sses with a handkerchief. It was an expression of embarrassment that he was suddenly summoned to another space while working in his office. for a while too. As I looked around and grasped the situation, I found the culprit behind this happening. Thats how it happened. yer Kang Jin-hyeok. Did you call me? Hahaha, by chance I guess you know me more than that? If you dont know you in the Tower of Trials, you are a spy. Even my top interns have heard three of your names. Hmm. Well, Im kind of famous. Its not apliment, but I guess its not like I was in vain because I left everything and met the person who is the center of the storm. Of course, it would have been much better if you had found me from the beginning. The corners of Shylocks mouth twitched. I roughly know what youre talking about. The Infinite Wheel led by Shylock. It is the secondrgest top in Rick Hennessys second top. Originally, the scale and power were simr, but as Jin-hyeok became close to Rick, the situation suddenly turned. This is the moment when it was proven how much weight the existence of a well-known ranker has. We can build a good rtionship from now on. Of course, if you help me. Hmm. That sounds a little appetizing. Shylocks gaze turned to the golden scales. Unusual magical energy was rising from the scales with colorful patterns embossed on them. Hoo. This is Eyes wavering. and. What followed was a burst of madness resonating throughout the castle. Cheuk hahahaha! Is there anyone who made this? This is funny. Its really fun. Long vertical pupils and bristly hair. So far, the gentle and gentlemanly appearance of the target person is nowhere to be seen. Now there were only pure balrogs who had fallen into madness. This contract bes a treasure with great value if used moderately, but if you want something beyond your means, even the main god will risk his life. Are you really sure you wont regret it? Dont worry, I will protect my life. great. Then lets start trading. Shylock spreads his hand. Stone statues of withered skeletons rose from the ground. Cuckoo coo! Skeletons holding huge books in their hands emitted bleak eyes from all directions. Churrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr.. The ck chains also rattled with a harsh sound. Its definitely an unusual restriction. Its quite annoying, so I tried not to do it if possible Ive done this contract in the past, but I had to go through very bad things every time I did it. Its because Ive often faced situations where getting what I want is a bigger belly button than my stomach. but. Its different this time. Jinhyeok took out a cube box covered with ? from the subspace. The sss-ss random box received as a reward. It is the highest level gacha item where you can obtain numerous items, skills, and talents. Ku-k-k-k-k! I know what youre thinking, but increasing your odds isnt cheap. Especially if its such a nice box. cooong! The scale tilted sharply to one side when the random box was ced on it. Jinhyeok first took out all the coins and magic stones he had and put them on the other side. Charleuk! A huge amount of coins and magic stones rained down. However, the scale still leaned to one side and did not even move. Its not like they put any fucking building on it. The result of someones painstaking collection is only this much. Shylock smiled as if he knew it. I want to erase that leisurely smile right now. Jinhyeok took out the balmung from the subspace and put it on the scale. Cuckoo! This time the scales have risen considerably. what! Shylock, too, opened his eyes wide, as if quite surprised. But it was a group that turned the situation around. The scales are somewhat bnced, but you will have to pay at least twice as much to get what you want. But its a loss to consume more than Balmung here No matter how many things to eat from the random box, it wasnt enough to invest in the window of the frost spirit or other items equivalent to it. Then Jinhyeok wrote something on a piece of paper and put it on the scale. A fluttering piece of paper was gently lifted onto the scale. Then, suddenly, the scale tippedpletely in the opposite direction. no, where is that? Kwaaang! A sheet of paperpletely destroyed the ground. Broken fragments reached the point of bouncing into the air. There has never been a situation as overwhelming as this. What the hell did you write down? Shylock slowly reached for the paper. And the moment he read what was written on the paper, his face mixed with greed and excitement. cancer will die dont die happy Jinhyuk bit his lip. Jaringobi without blood or tears. The owner of the grand corps. Eternal No. 2, etc. Shylock had many nicknames, but among them, the lesser-known one was human experimenter. It is said that one of his main sources of ie is to test and further strengthen the numerous types of poisons and curses he has developed or obtained in top secret, and sell them to VVIPs at high prices. However, it is inevitable that the strongest person in the Tower of Trials will provide his body as a test subject. Recalling the many curses and poisons that Shylock had recently acquired, which one to use and experiment with first All sorts of endless imaginations unfolded. What I liked most of all this deal was that if the target died, you wouldnt have to pay. Manipting the odds isnt expensive. I covet that human body but its a waste. Often, when you be the owner of arge group, you will have one or two treasured items. Naturally, Shylock also had treasures that crossed the boundaries of the system. Very hard. Thousands of years of hard work and gathering. however. The opportunity to take care of your own profit while saving it hase. You shouldnt resent me even if I die? Shylock smiled mischievously. Youre the one who wont say anything else with one mouthter. [The contract has been established.] [The number of experiments on the human body is three times in total. If you survive through 3 chances, youll be able to acquire Shylocks Shiny-Eating Jewel!] Cheerreuk! Chains tightly bound the two ankles. There is no hole to escape now. ??? The time when everyone went to bed after the festival. Unfamiliar shadows appeared in front of the mansion where the deceased members of the Corporation were sleeping. Im here. The Death Knight, one of the four knights in the Book of Revtion, looked around. Strangely, not a single sentry was seen around the mansion. Not only Lee Tae-mins drone and Teresas sanctuary, but even one of the numerous Ataraxian vampires that Elise had. It had to be. Because this ce had already been cleared by a single monster. You arete. A handsome white-haired man appeared from the darkness. Bellus. Elises right-hand man and Ataraxias de facto second-inmand. It took some time because the defenses were subtly dense. Unknown lightly brushed the dust off his body and continued. What about Alice? He is sleeping peacefully in his room. The surrounding blood rtives have also been neatly organized. Indeed, it is an excellent skill that is not like an operator. It seems that the choice to stay together without getting rid of it was the right one. A word of exaggeration. In the first ce, I didnt even want to walk down the same path as the outdated idiots. Stagnant water will rot someday. Belus smiled and stretched out his palm toward the mansion. The door to the inside was wide open. The intruders immediately went inside and moved in two directions. Unknown and the two knights go to Teresas. Bellus and the two knights go to the ce where Elise is. The top priority is to kill the enemy as much as possible and achieve the goal quietly, not an all-out war. But the moment everyone went into their respective bedrooms. An unbelievable sight unfolded. I have been waiting for you. You are here. Alice and Teresa faced the intruders fully armed. Chapter 642 Episode 642. Infinite Wheel Shylock (2) Damn! Shylock snapped his fingers. yes! yes! Im on my way! Whoa, whoa. Hee! Kick Kick! Lets go, lets go! Then, cute goblins groaned and appeared carrying huge boxes. The size of the ornately decorated treasure chest was huge enough that 24 goblins had to cling to it. Isnt it cute? They are employees belonging to our upper ranks. Hey, everyone looks like they want to bite. Seeing how these kids are being pampered, I think I should report it to the Top Labor Office. Whoops. From what Ive heard, yourpany is far more vicious Thats a rumor. Its true. Theres no need to ask. Lets see where else than that. Where should I be here Shylock pulled out arge jar from the inside. Then he took out the syringe and carefully pulled out what was inside. wriggling wriggling. I could see ck grains pulsating in the transparent ss. Even at a nce, it is a venom that looks dirty and ominous. Seeing as how confident Shylock is, hes probably not the kind thatsmonly known. It must have been specially improved and supplemented by himself. but. Why did I agree to such a human experiment? At least when ites to poison, it can be said that it has extreme resistance. It was because there were abilities gathered through countless battles and experiences. [Trait Endless Poison is activated!] [Trait Poison Road is activated!] [Trait Tail of gue is activated!] I prepared for it. Oh wait before we start. I will take these back. Jinhyeok retrieved Balmung, magic crystals, and coins that were ced on the scale. Its because what youve already agreed to pay for your body is more than enough. In fact, Balmung was only to test the weight of the scale, and he had no intention of throwing it away. Hmm. All right. Shylock looked at Balmung and licked his lips, feeling a little regretful. However, since I had already obtained arger one, I did not force myself. The moment the syringe entered her body, a soft green light enveloped her entire body. throbbing I could feel the venom spreading through my veins all over my body. A warm, tingling sensation prated his brain. Whoops. Ive rbined the venom Ive collected from very special minerals, venomous insects, and poisonous beasts from all over the tower in my own way. Apparently, yer Kang Jin-hyeok seems to have a bit of knowledge about poison but its probably very different from what weve been up to now Huh? Shylock, who was talking, tilted his head. Obviously, it was a deadly poison that had an immediate effect on various types of monsters and residents, even phantom beasts and divine beasts. A liquid that could kill even a god. Wasnt this masterpiece made with that goal in mind? However, for some reason, the other persons body did not react differently. This was despite the fact that it was normal for everyone to vomit blood from a hole called a hole. Are you all right? Hmm Its spicy and sweet, but something burns hot and stings. how to say I came here expecting Nuclear Buldak Stir-fried Noodles, so it must be the feeling of eating a chubby roon. What kind of nonsense is that! Its the result of how much effort and research Ive done Its said that Im putting it in front of me Im sorry. Lets take it a little more seriously. Aaaagh! my body burns ouch Are you okay? Jinhyeok made a gesture that seemed to tear his entire body. That really touched Shylocks heart. Take it away! Ill go next! Shylock, furious, took out a second item from the treasure chest. An aura that was iparable to the venom from earlier flowed out. It had to be. Because that was a holy relic that belonged to the highest level among the curse that existed in the Tower of Trials. I admit that I have a high tolerance for poison. But this is not going to be anything like that. Shylock smiled confidently. I guess so. Its a powerful holy relic, but its also mixed with demonic magic and a curse that exists on the 50th floor. There were rumors that the wheel of infinity was in contact with primeval beings, but that was the moment when it was no longer a rumor. [Cross of the Antichrist is released!] [Dismal Sigh is added!] [Curse of the Horizon is added!] With a red status window that appears one after another. An ominous energy emanated from the upside down red cross. In an instant, Jinhyeoks veins expanded rapidly. Keugh! I felt the pain to the point of going crazy. Unlike the poison that he endured leisurely, there was no way to use his hands for the current curse. The barriers and defensive magic that were basically spread out were destroyed in a matter of seconds. It prated all kinds of curses and even the basic specifications that were trained in poison. The whole bodys immune system copsed at once. Cool! ck blood flowed from Jinhyuks mouth. Due to the nature of the curse, which gets worse and worse as time goes by, 1 second invincibility is useless. Due to the effect of thought that remains even after death, the protection of the stars was also useless. Whoops. Now, your expression has be a little more visible. Didnt I tell you? It wont be easy this time. If you give up even now and admit defeat, I have a special intention to show you mercy. However, under the condition that you sign an exclusive contract with our corps in the future. Its literally one move that can take all the benefits at once. Of course, from Jinhyeoks point of view, there was no choice but to curse. You talk dog shit very carefully. But for sure it has be a situation where it is not easy to find time. Its okay though. Because this side had a cursed doll from Hephaestus. Jinhyeok took out the withered doll. Im also a judge. [109 curses are activated!] [The curse from the doll floats throughout the area until consent is obtained from the user.] Horrible curses that are difficult to mention one by one spewed out. A sight as if Pandoras listing was opened. Keeeh! Kuaaa! A cursed doll that can withstand 109 curses is as good as it sounds, and in fact it is no different from releasing all kinds of curses. What is this!? Shylock backed away in surprise. The floating curses entered the bodies of the goblins around Shylock. Cool! Keck! Kkeek. His eyes were red with bloodshot eyes. The goblins suffered and copsed. Shylock opened his eyes. Such nonsense. Due to the uniqueness window Cruel Deal, all means to harm the other party should be prohibited. But I couldnt understand why such an item could be used. This is a defense mechanism for me to survive, so it will not be included in the means of attack. Looking at the flying grudges and curses, Jinhyeok shrugged his shoulders. Admiral Lee Dok. Just as there is a saying that poison is ovee with poison, it is also possible to alleviate a curse with a curse. Jinhyeok, who had already umted countless experiences, calmlybined curses and curses. Connect the weakened link. The point is to break down each others synergy. [The effect of Cross of the Antichrist is reduced!] [The light of Curse of the Horizon is dimmed!] The goal is notplete purification. It is to buy time by dying the fatal curse as much as possible from devouring the body. Even so, Shylock and the goblins who were exposed to 109 curses were put in a situation where they had to put their lives on the scales. thump! cooong! The goblins that followed Shylock copsed like puppets whose strings had been cut. Shylock, who had been protecting himself with countless holy relics, also found it difficult to endure the grudges and curses flying here and there. atst. I lost! Damn I lost! The huge Balrog raised the white g. [The second experiment ends!] The curses were lifted with surrender. With this, the second hurdle was crossed. You have almost reached your destination. When Jinhyeok gave a rxed smile, Shylocks expression crumpled. Not only were all the cards he had confidently prepared were smashed, but even the goblins he cherished and the holy relic he was wearing to defend against the curse were damaged. How much does this all cost Despite possessing enormous financial power, he has a personality that does not want to lose a single penny if it is his own. However, this disaster was a shocking result enough to shed tears of blood for 100 years for Shylock. Now I cant lose because of my pride. Shylock pulled out hisst trump card. Not only to win the bet, but also to catch a huge fish called Jinhyeok. ??? Kukukukukuku! A wild raging force. Elise spread a pair of wings beyond the red ring that floated behind her back. [Unique voice window Revtion of the Gaebyeok is activated!] Did you know that we woulde? Bellus looked straight at Ellis. I already knew that you were a traitor. I was just watching in silence to figure out the purpose and the people behind it. Ellis gave off an arrogant and lofty expression. Leaving behind Ataraxias gigantic insignia. Ohh I always thought I was crazy about snacks and Kang Jin-hyeok, but I think I thought differently from the outside. I even thought that he had discovered my true identity, but I never thought he would have predicted this surprise attack. Who is crazy about who! Elise fired the Blood Spears at once. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! The walls quickly turned into beehives. Numerous skewers shattered the mansion and flew to the forest on the other side, where they got stuck. A thick cloud of dust rose. It was a blow that made it difficult to block or avoid. Kuhmm Bellus stared at the spears embedded in his body. The gushing blood was a fatal wound that could not be undone no matter who saw it. but. It looks like you still have your hands. Belus calmly grabbed the spears stuck in his body and began pulling them out. you. Alices eyes narrowed. Thats right. The previous attack was a wide-area attack with the uniqueness window activated. No matter how much it was the first blow, it was said that he put the ejaction in his hand, but it was not enough to be calm even if he was hit authentically. Embarrassment took the lead, but even sharper and stronger blood-soaked skewers were fired at Belus. Pupper puck! Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! The Blood Spears, which were well twice asrge, turned Belus body into a rag. Even if he died instantly, its not strange at all. Even so. Belluss fingers, which had been pierced with skewers, twitched again. Something is strange. Alice looked at him and pursed her lips. An instinctive feeling of rejection. To be precise, the attack didnt work. Because it shattered the shield unique to blood rtives and pierced through the body. It would be correct to say that it possesses an absurd regenerative ability rather than strong defensive power itself. Youve got an interesting ability hidden. I thought your weapon was that rapier. I wonder if I have shown my true ability. My one and only Lord. Belus exposed his sharp fangs. Chapter 643 Episode 643. Infinite wheel of Shylock (3) Ugh! With the dazzling light, the old, old-looking 30cm statue woke up. [The special relic Gods faithful servant will be summoned.] Difficulty to obtain: Impossible to measure Description: Gods faithful servant is a kind of transaction made with the consent of the target and the consent of the god. Once a servant, he must absolutely obey the word of the god and will be a faithful servant who carries out everything he does at the forefront. This is Jinhyeoks face changed for the first time. It had to be. That castle relic has the same effect as the Stigma of mes. Under other circumstances, it wouldnt have been such a big threat, but now, after agreeing to the human experiment, this relic was ridiculously dangerous. You will have to swear that you will be forced to be his henchman. You will naturally be Shylocks ve. However, refusing to be a henchman would be like giving up on the third bet. A situation where you cant win no matter which side you choose. Whoop whoop. Shylock was sure of victory this time. Although there was an item that could destroy Gods faithful servant, at least there was no chance that Jinhyeok would have it. Jinhyuk wet his dry lips with his tongue. There was no way to reverse this situation. Itspletely out of the box. I mean, you have to choose between very or life Both are uneptable. But either way you have to make a choice. Even at this moment when I was thinking about it, the grains in the hourss were falling. Wouldnt it be better for you to work with me in the future than your life? Shylock pushed for a choice. [Time limit 0H : 1M : 33S] The remaining time is only about 1 minute and 30 seconds. But just then [Looks like youre in a very difficult situation.] A familiar voice rang in Jinhyeoks ears. The only variable that could reverse this situation was intervention. I thought I was going to lose my neck while waiting. Jinhyeok gave a greeting full of relief. *** Hmm. What shall I do? Shylock rubbed both of his hands as he watched Jinhyeok panic. How to use the new ace that wille in. What should I do to make up for the damage I have suffered now? Just imagining it made my heart itch. I have to roll and roll as much as I can. I think I need to pull out at least 10 times so that I can sleep with my legs stretched out at night. Shylocks happy delusion continued biting tail after tail. In my head, ns for the next few years were alreadyid out one by one. Whoops! That is, until the green-colored gate opens. what? Before the words could be finished, the sound of footsteps continued. What appeared through the gates was the rival of a lifetime and the enemy most unwilling to face. It was Rick Hennessy. A middle-aged gentleman wearing a in suit and a bowler hat crossed between Shylock and Jinhyeok. Then, as if protecting Jinhyeok, he stood firm in front of him. What are you guys doing here! I heard that you offered a very unreasonable bet to my customer. As a person who signed an exclusive contract with the customer, it was very unpleasant. I just made a fair bet. Besides, you must have been a senior manager before you were a Master leading the guild . I just intervened. Rick, smirking, heard the usation in one ear and let it pass in the other. You packaged the bullshit so nicely. Theres a problem with fairness!? Its so shameless to break into a game that everyone won! I think its possible because the standard can be slightly different from person to person, but its hard to agree with what you sayter. You mean I won? Thats right. Rick lightly struck the wand. Taktak! When the wand touched the ground, a translucent liquid gushed out. [The special holy relic Gods Water Drop is activated!] Difficulty to obtain: Impossible Content: Unholy contract made in the name of God. However, if the contract to be destroyed is of the same level as this relic, it may cause unexpected ripple effects . It shuddered and wrapped around the stone statue, What, what are you doing! No, youre insane! Shylock eximed with an earthy face. Due to the nature of the two relics, they would devour each other . No , if I made a mistake, I didnt know that it would simply end with these two holy relics. Cuckoo cou cou! Its because the wave of backflowing magical power extended to the rest of the treasures I stored . The surface is starting to crack. If one person doesnt stop, one by one they will lose what they have. Continue until one of them goes bankrupt. A game of chicken. In the case of two colossi with a lot to lose, the damage is unimaginable. Its bound to be big enough to transcend. But Rick didnt raise an eyebrow. Im willing to throw away this much to protect my customer, a tone full of confidence. At the same time, Rick was asking, Shylock himself, too. About being prepared like, Dont be pretentious. Do you still believe that you will give up everything youve built up so far for that one human being? If youre curious about that [The S-ss Hatchlings w will be destroyed!] Will you try it? . The ws Rick was holding were burned as they were. Sizzle! Expensive items engulfed in blue mes turned to ck ash and scattered in the blink of an eye. Shylock bit his mrs . Judging from his strength and momentum, he realized that Rick was never bluffing. The winning and losing of a bet with a slim chance and a product called Jinhyeok. And when it was decided that the risk to bet on it was his entire fortune, his head cooled . No matter how hot and angry he was, he couldnt lose everything. I lost. Shylock rolled his tail. At the same time. Whew. It was a pretty tight tug-of-war, but fortunately it ended safely. And now its time to get the reward for crossing the dangerous bridge. Jinhyeok stretched out his hand toward Shylock. With a fresh smile on his face. Shylock reluctantly picked up an item with a poopy expression on his face. [Shylocks Cruel Deal has ended.] [ You have obtained Strange Fortune Cookie X 10 as a reward.] [Strange Fortune Cookie] Difficulty to obtain: Tower of Trials Limited Edition Contents: Tower of Trials One of the Fortune items made tomemorate the first birth. If you use this, you can partially manipte the probability value set by the system. ) [You have obtained the jewel that gnaws the brilliance!] Difficulty to obtain: Tower of Trials Limited Edition Content: How even the brightest jewel can hope for light. If you use this jewel, it is possible to finely twist the set causal rate. Finally , With these two in hand, Jinhyeok opened the box of delicious snacks and jewels that were bundled together. You seem to have achieved what you wanted. Rick, who looked at Jinhyeok, whom he liked like a child, said . Rewards are nice, but its polite to say thank you first. Thanks to you , I survived . I still dont know what Ricks intentions are. What he is and what hes going to do in the future is also unpredictable. Whatever it is, right now, Rick has goodwill on this side. Thats pretty amazing. Thank you foring a long way. I will definitely repay this favor. I just got some nice coffee beans. Huh-huh. Thats a little bit of an expectation. Rick slightly lifted his bowler hat and turned around. Then, as if he remembered something, he added, Ah Im not sure because my senses have dulled a bit but I think I can feel a strange sense of difference in thepanys presence. . The words were casually thrown, but the content contained was by no means light. Jinhyeok quickly raised his senses and looked in the direction Rick pointed. Chitsutsu Its true. The flow of was detected. It is a different kind from the barrier. Intruder Possibilities that passed through Jinhyeoks head. The highest is Unknown, who can be said to be the core of the enemy. As soon as his thoughts are over, Jinhyeoks body It ricocheted like this spring. Kwaang! A ray of light headed to the ce where the members of the Sumptuous Corporation were. ??? Knock Crackle! Kung! Belus pulled out the skewers that pierced his body one by one. Horrible magical power . Even in the onught of rain, he looked fine. The way he walked calmly was truly immortal. A monster-like guy Elise shuddered as if Chi were shaking. Although she had already killed more than 100 lightly, Belus, who continued to live, boasted an annoyance beyond a leech: Is no one noticing thismotion? Elises gaze turned to the faraway ce. She deliberately made as much fuss as possible and ran amok, but no matter how loudly she made a noise or exploded her powerful magic, there was no sign of help from the outside. It was as if someone had cut off this space itself. It must have been a joke. Its an honor to hear such a thing from Lord, who is regarded as the strongest true ancestor, but I cant help but think that Lord is a monster himself. Im trying my best to get into the gap. I didnt expect this to be so hard. Belus smiled bitterly at his clothes stained with blood. He had a body that was obviously invincible, but it was a story that had meaning as a means of defense. In order to win, he needed an attacking machine that could threaten his opponent. Anyway, I guess it was too much to deal with Lord as a vampire. It hurts my pride, but from now on, I will act as a chess piece to carry out his orders. Sreung! Belus pulled out the rapier from his waist. The bloody de extended forward. [Belus activates System Maniption, administrators authority!] [Stats rted to Speed temporarily increase by 300%!] [Stats rted to Regeneration temporarily decrease by 30%. ] Another identity that has been established over the years as a blood rtive of Ataraxia. Now is the time to shed that shell and return to its original form. Chapter 644 Episode 644. First de (1) Meanwhile Elise is fighting Belus. Even in Teresas presence, a fierce battle was continuing. Whoops! Dazzling lights broke through the clouds and fell one after another. Cuckoo coo coo coo coo coo coo coo coo! The beautiful stars fell one after the other. Unknown and the two knights of the Book of Revtion, who were conducting a surprise attack, were suddenly exposed to a wide area. The ground turned into a muddy field and the surrounding area was filled with craters where meteors fell. As youve heard, its great. I agree with you. Among the saints Ive dealt with, shes the most difficult to deal with. Two knights in charge of disease and death fixed their swords. Saints who can be said to be the messengers of God. Up to now, thousands of saints in the Tower of Trials have made a name for themselves under the radiance of Eden, but Teresa de Laurencia was notcking in being the first among them. Except for Joan of Arc, who rose to the ranks of great heroes in a human body. I see, that person deserves to be apanion. Unknown also tasted Teresas strong momentum. I definitely thought that Alices side would be several times more difficult, but it wasnt easy either this side or that side. but. No matter how strong he is, his opponent is not Kang Jin-hyeok. Outstanding talent and overwhelming skills. Even if other phrases and rhetoric are attached to it, it is said that it does not pass by the realm of genius. To be a deceased person in the true sense, I needed something beyond that. Well, its true that they can be wings for Kang Jin-hyeok, so I guess I need to cut off the buds in advance. It is his will and will not to leave even a small variable behind. Unknown intended to faithfully carry out the orders given to him. Sreung! A dark red river gushed from Hongryeon and Barnard. At the same time, Unknown stepped in between the two knights. [Trait Shadow Kill is activated!] Big!? Kwaaang! Teresa hurriedly blocked the way with a shield imbued with divine power. However, the speed at which Unknown prated was several times faster. Afterpleting the short-distance movement, Unknown fiercely dug into the gap where his divine power had not yet spread. Kakakakakang! Sparks flew and the sound of metal shing resounded. Unknown, who fully activated the Grave of Swords, could not bepletely blocked with moderate shield skills. Its scary. The two knights of the Book of Revtion were also formidable enemies, but Unknown was several times more difficult than them. Theresas eyes moved quickly. The speed at which the sword and shield move had already reached the realm of foresight, not prediction. Even so Papat! Awesome! The wounds on the body continued to increase. Now there were more sword attacks that could not be blocked than blocked. The more blood shed, the more her consciousness faded. Right then. C Leave it to me. A soft voice whispered in Theresas ear. It is a dark voice of a corrupted version. no! Theresa hurriedly resisted the sweet temptation. The alter ego that always pops up when you are in a crisis or when the situation is rapidly deteriorating. He knew better than anyone else that if he responded to that voice, he would fall deeper and deeper into the abyss. -Thats stupid. Isnt it something you have to live and see? Only then can you keep your sanity or pray! The fallen personality raised its voice again. This time the voice seemed sweeter and sweeter. however. Theresa hammered her head horizontally, pursed lips. Its like muttering into the air during a fight. Looks like he was arguing with another personality again. Personally, I rmend listening to that personality I wont pass. Even for me. And for everyone. Hmm. The choice is yours. Unknown swung Balmung with Tombgraves arm. Unlike a dagger, a greatsword had heavy magical power that could split even a mountain. The body that made it possible was also equipped. The sword crossed the side. Its literally a piece of paper. He barely seeded in deflecting a direct hit, but failed to fully shed the shock. Tuquaang! Theresas body bounced sideways for a long time. A perfectly broken bnce. The gap has increased. Isnt it like the first time? The disease and death knights had no time to catch their breath before unleashing their worst traits. [The two knights activate their unique ability, Sword of the End! The sword imbued with the power of death and disease ate away a handful of divine power. This is what breathing is all about. Unknown put a spoonful on the void of divine power created by the two knights. A light but never light sword of the strongest in Murim. [Cheonma Singong C Devils Ind is activated!] The ck strong energy was condensed into a single point. The strong air that soared to reach the sky soon divided into dozens of menacing lines and rushed. Thats it Kwaaaang! Aagh! with a sharp scream. A terrible pain engulfed his whole body. The bedroom waspletely destroyed and Theresa flew farther and farther through wall after wall. And there Standed by Alice, pushed to her limits. ??? Stupiddy! Are you okay!? Alice shouted at Theresa. No matter how much I call, there is no response. Theresa, who had lost consciousness, was in an abnormal state at first nce. I didnt know if I was attacked even once, I might die right away. However, Alices situation was not so easy to care about Theresa. It was because Belus, who raised the speed to the limit by manipting the system, pushed Elise to the limit. Ohh. Looks like well all meet here. Apparently, the saintess hunt didnt go well? Hunting wasnt easy because it was more lively than I thought. It seems that Elise is still there. Its not like its because of the long-term bond, right? Can that be? I was just being a little careful because I was hunting the strongest family head of all time. Even that will end soon. Unknown and Bellus talked casually. As the two said, the scale was tilted quite to one side. The opponent had little loss of stamina and mana. Because the four knights and the Shade Reaper joined after that. There is no retreat and cannot call for support. This is because Cheon Yoo-seong, Lee Tae-min, and Yoo Yeon-hwa left right after the festival ended earlier to take charge of the barrier outside the fortress. Thats why I cant abandon this foolish saintess. Even though I hate you and I love you, I dont feel like a stranger anymore because of the affection Ive umted over the years. Even if there is a limit to getting out of this ce, we have no choice but to share our destiny. Elise stood in front of Theresa as if to protect her. It is a tearfulrade-in-arms. Well, for me, its better to persevere until the very end than to give up meekly. Unknown took out a strangely shaped sk and ss bottle from the subspace. Red blood and ck smoke radiated ominous energy and burned. What is that? Ugh. How would you describe it? Lets call it a drug that makes you happy that allows you to put down the heavy burden of duty and responsibility. Youll be eating it soon, so dont be too curious. Do you think that would work for Jim? It will probably work. It is a much more powerful drug than you might think. You are an arrogant fellow. When I see you talking like that. Elise summoned the Blood Spears once again. At the same time, countless flowers made of blood began to bloom. [Revtion of the Gaebyeok C Blood Rose is activated!] Ugh! A red ring glowed and a pair of wings spread wide. One-on-one battle situation. To overturn this, all you have to do is unsparingly use your mana and unleash a wide-area weapon. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! In an instant, red waves flooded in all directions. Waves of fresh blood that tore everything in sight hit the enemies. As the surroundings turned red, Elise threw herself at the weakest enemy. Articles of Disease. Unlike other knights who specialized in interpersonal warfare, they specialized in anti-army warfare and massacre, so they were rtively vulnerable to surprise attacks. I thought so. [The four knights activate their special skill Shared Eye!] The device topensate for that weakness was already perfectly equipped. Just before Alices skewer touched the knight of disease, other knights, sensing a crisis, rushed in. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! The skewers were blocked in vain, and Alices location was exposed. Keeeh! The Shade Reaper brandished a long scythe. A scythe with a defense ignoring effect cannot be blocked even with a pureblood shield. He barely managed to avoid the scythe, but this time he was caught by Belus, who was moving at high speed. hooked! The rapier pierced his shoulder and disappeared. Kuk! Elise grabbed her shoulder. Originally, regeneration should begin immediately, but the wound did not easily recover, perhaps due to the influence of demonic energy. Whoops! From a distance, Unknown took out arge longbow and fired magic bullets. Because he brought Hercules ability using Nemesis, the power of each arrow was beyond imagination. Kwaaang! Pupperpuppung! Its hard to be safe if you get hit directly. Eris threw her body here and there while holding Theresa afloat with her magical powers. hey! you stupid! Come on, wake up! Anyway, not even a single bit of help! Ellis pinched Theresas cheek. Ughhhhhhhhhhhhh! sick! sick! Only then did Teresa open her eyes. All ns to defeat each one have failed! Get up quickly and blow them all away with that proud bastards holy power or whatever! Im sorry. Because her strength hasnt been gathered yet Unlike Elise, Teresa still needed more time to recover, as her magical energy was weak. Because its a real burden. Its just unnecessarily heavy! Go on a diet, you fool! Elise ruffled Theresas hair. Right then. Pachichik! A ck hexahedron continued along the bottom of his feet. [The Shade Ripper activates the unique voice Trumpet of Promise!] Kieeh! The cloud of blood disappeared in an instant, apanied by a tearing scream. [The power of each individuals unique spear is reduced by 30%!] [The basic stats of the beings in charge of the Apocalypse covenant are increased by 15%!] Thest cornerstone toplete the apocalypse. Ill try to take only arms and legs for now. Bellus rapier aimed at Elises thigh. timing and speed. And even the digging angle. There was absolutely no way to stop it. ??? However, what resonated was not a flesh-piercing sound, but a sharp metallic sound. Kaaang! The rapier was blocked in the air. A splendid dagger tinged with purple light was holding it in the tower. contractor! Mr. Jinhyeok! Alice and Teresa shouted at the same time. It was a hellish time when the odds were nowhere to be seen. Finally, stronger reinforcements than anyone else arrived. Chapter 645 Chapter 645. First de (2) Kagagak. The sword and the subtle heat rising from the sword. You are finally here. Belus looked at Kang Jin-hyuk and showed sharp fangs. Did you touch ourpanys valuable employees? Jinhyuks eyes grew cold. creepy The surrounding air cooled rapidly. Its a terrifyingly cold life. To the extent that goosebumps all over your body unknowingly. Hoo. that face. Thats scary. Are you saying you cant stand touching yourself? Only the boss can fire an employee. In that sense, you are fired. ha ha ha! Are you saying that I have been fired since when did I belong to you? I never swore allegiance to you from the start, did I? The first impression was not good from the first time we met in the corridor, but it ended up like this. At the same time, I wondered when the operator and that guy had been nning all this. Creepy guys. I dont know what youre thinking, but at least capturing him alive will give you some clues. Jinhyeok injected magic into the newly obtained sword. ! Bellus quickly retrieved his rapier and increased the distance. Instinctively, they realized that stalemate should not continue. You notice pretty fast. I tried to make you smile for the rest of your life by putting a pretty knife on it. That sword. I wondered what kind of grand construction he was doing with the deities. In the end, it seems that the production was sessful. I need a proper weapon to fight guys like you. Although it was a bit disappointingpared to the ones I used before, it was no exaggeration to say that it was an advanced level among the purple grades. Jinhyeok lightly rotated the first de. The dagger rotated clockwise and assumed a reciprocal shape. Its finally time to test the power of this dagger. Jinhyeok took all of his additional abilities and announced the start with basic deception. Kaaang! Lines and lines met as a single point. Ugh!? Bellus took a step back. Dted pupils and a moan that leaked out of his mouth involuntarily. A lot of things were decided in one battle. I shouted out loud, but its not as big as I thought? Could it be that you shouted so loudly with this much? Dont be arrogant just for once. Belus, who crumpled his forehead, quickly switched to attack. In the first ce, the long term here is speed. A battle of strength in the front is something only ignorant people do. [Belus activates his unique spear Dreaming ck Wings!] ck wings of light formed behind Belus back. It was a vampires unique long, thin wings like a bat. lets begin. Whoops! Belus, who broke through the speed of sound, narrowed the distance with Jinhyeok in the blink of an eye. ck feathers were scattered in all directions. Incredibly fast. Even Jin-hyeok, who has experienced countless attack routes, missed the afterimage. Chow! The rapier that was shot like a wasp grazed Jinhyeoks cheek. If he reacted even a little bitte, he would have had a pretty hole right in the middle of his face. Beluss rapier made countless dots without even time to sigh in relief. Papa papapat! kakakakakakakakakan! Its not a vital point, and theres nothing to cover. The de that raged like a storm aimed at Jinhyeoks whole body. The colorful fireworks were so bright that it made my eyes dizzy. It created a beautiful spectacle. Kwaaang! After the final blow, ama was ced in the short battle. Do I still look funny? Bellus gulped at the blood on the tip of his sword. It sounds like a little bit of fun. Funny I guess you can still afford to talk like that. Perhaps his pride was crippled, Belus drew more and more mana. Quaang! Twice as fast as before. I couldnt even see the shadows anymore. It was so light and smooth that even footprints didnt form where they touched the ground. Kaaang! but. Jinhyeok didnt move on the spot and started to counter all the attacks. No, not only that, but he did not counterattack and waited for Belus tounch the next attack. Im sure its gotten a little faster after taking out the wings but is that all? Characteristics of a weapon called rapier. The nobles sword, which specializes in stabbing, has abandoned the option of cutting. It means that the attack pattern bes that much monotonous. Point stabs are much more difficult to defend than line cuts, but thats only true for those who dont understand the nature of weapons properly. Jinhyeok, who had risen to the point where he could teach Elise the rapier himself, didnt hesitate. Jinhyeok smiled and touched Beluss patience. It must have been an intolerable humiliation. Kaaang! Even the blow of conversion bounced back. The rapier stopped abruptly, lost where to go. It was because he realized that no matter how much he attacked, the result would not change. Kuaaa! Bellus screamed and threw his rapier. At the same time, the nails on both hands burned ck. [Mimongs ck Wings C Madness is activated!] Long-grown fangs and nails. And before I knew it, the wings, which had increased to 6, spread wide. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Sparks made of red blood spread out in all directions. Although the surrounding area was sealed with a perfect barrier, a tremendous amount of magic exploded to the extent that the shock could be sensed from the outside. No longer an Operator or a Vampire. He looked more like a madman filled with the will to kill his opponent. contractor! Alice staggered and tried to approach Jinhyeok. Instinctively, he sensed that Belus aura was unusual. together. In the worst case, I thought that I might try to die with Jinhyeok, so my body moved before my head. And to Alice. are you okay. Jinhyeok reassured him with a gentle smile. ??? Violently shaking atmosphere. Belluss pupils were dyed ck. kill kill throw it away. Being mean to someone who didnt have anything in the past as if he had no mate. Ill send you back to where you came from With your filthy Jinjo or that foolish saintess! His body was already copsing with power that exceeded the allowable limit, but in return he got a shot that could pose a threat to even the primeval beings. Jinhyuk took a small breath. and. I recalled the ability from the Infinite Library. [Trait All Worlds activated!] A golden line slowly stretched out to Elise. The clear and bright light made a strong connection between the two. [Universal sharing Alice von Ataraxia is set.] [Unique sacred window Revtion of the Gaebyeok is activated!] A red ring rises and Ataraxias blood gathers around Jinhyeok. The authority of pure blood that announces a new beginning. Jinhyeoks body disappeared. Kwaaang! Turn off uh? Belluss body was stuck on the ground and bounced back up. The face was covered in blood from the devastating shock, and the immortal body immediately began to regenerate. However, the impact Jinhyeok inflicted was much stronger than the speed of regeneration. Kwaaang! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Violet light burned vividly from the fully opened First de. Belluss limbs were cut to pieces. Regeneration and destruction were repeated, and Belus mana rapidly diminished. Theposure he had shown when fighting Elise hadpletely disappeared. Nonsense An earthquake urred in Belluss pupils. In this state, I was confident that I would not be pushed back even if I faced the primeval beings, but did the gap widen so drastically just because I got a purple-grade sword? Even if he had the power to absorb the spirit or the Gap stat, the results far exceeded his expectations. Or no way. Everything sharing because? If the bond with Ellis had reached its peak and everything had maximized synergy, the current gap would have been understandable to some extent. Beluss eyes turned to Jinhyeok once again. It seems to have transferred the authority of the true ancestor. Jinhyeok seemed to have already transcended the category of human beings. I cant believe it Surprisingly, Alice was the same. From the first time we met, he knew that his contractor was not ordinary. But that means that as a human being, its amazing. Experience, power, and intensity. Compared to Jinjo, who had been ardent since birth, he was at an insignificant level. However, the speed of growth he showed over time was different from any strong yer he had ever seen. in mere humans. Because he has be a powerful force that threatens even the primeval existence. It might have stood shoulder to shoulder with Jim in his heyday. Absolute of the top. It wouldnt be enough to attach that modifier. Alices heart burned hotly. At the same time, thank you so much. Because this reliable contractor is fighting for himself. But just then Boooung Kwaaaang! An arrow imbued with the power of mythology flew from a distance and struck the ground. Im sorry, but I guess Ill have to stop watching. They were Unknown and the Apostles of Revtion who were watching the battle one step behind. Unknown, who used Nemesis and Red Magic Bullet, pulled out a ne with tentacle patterns from within. Charleuk! [The holy relic Abyssal Pulse is activated!] Exciting! Violet smoke rose along the ground with an ominous heartbeat. Kreurreu Keuooh! The smoke soon took the form of ck goats and sheep. Originally, the coalitions power should be mobilized, but it is a power that can barely withstand or not. Because each of them was a name ss of the upper middle ss. In addition, among them were new medium-sized monsters that had not been seen in previous battles. Even at first nce, they were monsters with 10 times more magical power than ck sheep and goats. It was impossible to stop it with only Alice and Jinhyeok. No matter how much Jinhyuk is showing an overwhelming performance. A shadow fell on Jinhyeoks expression. Sheesh. Ellis, who had exhausted her strength in the battle with Belus, also tried to fight to the death by squeezing out what little magic she had left. at that time. that buck Theresa intervened in front of Jinhyeok and Alice. I will block it. Theresa raised her sword and shield. Are you talking to yourself? That is unreasonable. I know. Theresa herself knew better than anyone that it was absurd. But there is no other way. A fight that never ends unless Unknown is defeated. In order to achieve that premise, the key was not to waste Jinhyeoks power as much as possible. In other words. It means that someone has to take on the role of sacrificing. Ellis, who still needs time to recover her strength, was out of the question, so there must be only one left. Theresa smiled sadly. Leave it to me. The Pdins role is to protect allies. It is a position that requires a willingness to sacrifice ones life to achieve a goal. Perhaps feeling Teresas determination, Jinhyeok didnt hold Teresa anymore. Please. Now we just trust each other and do our best. As Jinhyeok turned his back, numerous enemies appeared in front of Teresa. -Thats stupid. What are you willing to sacrifice for? You know that you wont get anything in return anyway, right? Another personality spoke. Theresa pondered over those words for a moment before slowly opening her mouth. The decision has already been made. I must There is someone important to protect. Someone more important than life. Even if the persons gaze is not you. Its okay to be foolish. You can curse at me for being stupid. It may not be a happy ending, but I cant give up. You like it because you like it. There is no need for any other reason. The saintesss sword pointed toward the sky. Chapter 646 Chapter 646. Unique window Seraphim (1) [Trait Blessing of the Stars is activated!] Ugh! Holy power unique to the Holy Knight dwelled in his whole body. A soft white light illuminated the surroundings. however. Koooooo! Keeeh! The ancient apostles, who were flocking innumerably, narrowed the distance without hesitation, as if they wereughing at such divine power. thud! thud! thud! thud! The pressure of having to fend off numerousrge armies alone weighed on his heart. Whoa Teresa caught her breath and prepared for the impact while covering her entire body with her shield. Immediately, a tremendous shock hit his whole body. Wow! Kuk! grit your teeth and hold on Heavy Helbirds and blunt weapons drove like crazy, but the divine power raised to the limit became a strong shield. Teresa, who had withstood the first sh, immediately swung her sword. Awesome! Keeck! The ck sheeps neck snapped open. Even though he is a pdin who specializes in defense rather than offense, he is able to exert such outstanding power because of hispatibility. However, this is a double-edged sword. Divine power is also a threat to the ancient beings, but on the contrary, the unique magical power possessed by the ancient beings is also fatal to those who use the divine power. It is said that each blow cane more heavily than usual. Whoa Theresa, who had caught her breath, jumped even more wildly. The sword and shield quickly switched between air and water, gathering mana. [Teresa activates her special skill Apostle of Christ!] [Due to the power of the Apostle of Eden, the effectiveness of all skills rted to divine power increases by 10% for the next hour!] [Unique Spear White me is triggered!] Twelve stigmata appeared around Teresas body. Each pattern shimmering in silver glowed, and all stats and abilities rose nearly three times. A terrifying mana was condensed as white mes shed. and that moment. Coo coo coo coo coo coo coo coo! A golden cross tens of meters tall rose from the ground and swallowed up the ancient familiars gathered around it all at once. Keeeh! Kee! As the flesh burns, even the bones turn into a handful of powder and disappear. It was the moment when the power of the pure divine power to purify evil was fully demonstrated. but. What has been destroyed is only a small partpared to the whole. There were so many enemies that I couldnt even measure them with my own eyes. In addition, the problem is that in addition to the mass-produced model, it attracted the attention of really picky guys. Medium-sized entities that responded to the enormous divine power approached Teresas location. [The named monster Utumand is manifesting! ] A gigantic monster that speaks mysterious words. ck-purple smoke was oozing from the numerous mouths sprouting from his muscr body. It was an ominous smoke that ate away even the brilliance created by the protection of the 12 apostles. Theresa moved quickly. Kwaaang! Uthumands tentaclesnded where he had been standing just a moment ago. An unknown bodily fluid spurted from the tentacles mouth. Cheeik! The rocks melted like caramel. Teresa, who barely avoided the attack, stabbed Utumands torso with a sword imbued with divine power. Fu-wook! The sword was lodged in the flesh. however. shallow The touch on his fingertips was so weak. As if to prove that. Ztra Mekasandraka! Fevered by the stinging sword, Utumand released his huge tentacles all at once. Doo doo doo! Tentacles burrowed into the ground and protruded from Theresas feet. Tuquaaang! Between the tentacles that came out, his mouth opened wide. The dew that formed on his open mouth spread as a handful of smoke. Unidentifiable, bleak colors are irritating to the eyes. The moment the smoke touched the divine power spread around Teresa, the divine power began to change into apletely different form of energy. Cheeik! Kuh!? Theresa hurriedly distanced herself. [Holy stat decreases by -3.] Nonsense. Just by touching it, the stats that should have been preserved permanently were cut. I never imagined I would have this kind of ability. and. thump! C ept it. Then Ill let you win. no matter who the opponent is. As the divine power weakened, another personality that was sleeping deep inside seduced him more intensely. Quiet. Teresa resisted the temptation with all her might. In the meantime, the attacks continued. C Kick! If you persist, you will die this time. Even if he was resurrected with the protection of the stars, he wouldnt be able to escape from this situation itself. Thats what it says. Even after cutting down hundreds of goats and sheep and fighting against a few Utmands, they couldnt even cut a part of the huge iceberg. No matter how much time the purpose is, it is a fight with no hope in sight. Haa haa haa His pupils had already lost focus and the sword and shield he was holding felt like a thousand pounds. Now, let alone counterattack, there was no strength left to block the next attack. Even so you have to protect it. certainly. Must keep. will have to keep Even if the price is life. but. There was no option to discard the original personality in that option. It was because he intended to move only with his own will and conviction. Theresa managed to raise her bloody body. At the same time, Theresas hand moved to her left chest. -You cant you? Another personality spoke in surprise. It was because she knew very well what Theresa was trying to do. -How stupid! stop! stop right now! The ck voice pierced her eardrums, but Theresa had already made up her mind. One of the powers received by bing the Apostle of Eden. Arc Cross. It is the power to achieve one long-cherished wish by sacrificing oneself for everyone. [The saintess prayer reached the sky.] [The conditions were met.] Agape sacrifice. parents to their children. And God gives to humans without expecting anything in return. Unconditional love and tolerance. That was the only way to open Teresas second uniqueness window. Whoa! Streams of divine light fell through the distorted sky. [The unique holy spear Seraphim is activated!] Dazzling brilliance gathered and swallowed Teresa. Keuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu Queueueue! At the blinding white me, the ancient familiars turned their heads and flinched back. Soon after, apletely changed Teresa appeared. Beautiful, white wings without a speck of dust. A crown made of thorns was ced on top of her characteristic blonde hair. It is a replica of the Divine Crown, one of the seven crowns of Eden. Although it was only a degraded version, it should be able to demonstrate 30% of the power of the original crown. That alone is an outrageous ability. A softly shining radiance cast a new color on a world full of purple. the darkness rushes Dawn has begun. furthermore. The Seraphims activation led to another additional special ability. In order to protect the newly awakened Apostle of God. [The barrier is cracked.] The archangel who made a contract with Teresa descended. [The archangel Gabriel is manifesting!] Ugh! One of the strongest forces representing Eden. Looks like the festival isnt over yet. Gabriel looked down at the crowd of enemies and drew out a red-zing sword. *** Jinhyeok looked at the status window floating in front of him. [Copy condition: In order to copy Bellus ability, you must dig up the secret of his immortality and nullify that ability.] [ Copy condition: Saint ss under the protection of Eden will receive a second special skill when certain conditions are met . You can open the uniqueness window. However, the conditions are very difficult, so you have to figure out exactly what the conditions are, and if you seed in opening the special uniqueness window, you will be able to copy her abilities.] One of the two tasks to be obtained through this fight has been solved . . Hmm. Certainly, having a build-up like this is efficient in many ways. Jinhyeok smiled with satisfaction as he saw Teresa, who had activated the unique voice. After deliberately inducing them to put themselves in a dangerous situation, they continued to hit the limit, but the strategy worked well. Originally, the position of a saint was self-sacrifice. sublime will. Isnt this important? I didnt know the exact awakening conditions, but I guessed that those were the keywords. of course. The cost was his own life, but it didnt matter. Because I already thought of a way to solve it. Jinhyeok fiddled with the newly acquired random box. One of the items that can be obtained through this will be able to get rid of the absolute ban. Maybe I can tell you slowlyter. For now, the first priority is to apud the awakening of that tearful saintess. If possible, shed a few tears and acted a bit. [Seeded in copying unique voice Seraphim!] [Copied abilities are stored in Memory of the World.] Alright. Now Ive got the ability Its time to put an end to this fight. Whats so funny about it? The guy who was barely able to handle me now hes facing a bigger wall? Or you dont think that Teresas awakening has turned the tide of the war, right? Belus extended his ws towards Theresa. Certainly, Teresa, who had awakened her Unique Sacred Spear, was showing amazing performance against her ancient familiars, but it was not enough to lift thepletely tilted scale. Well, Teresa-sans awakening was one of the goals, but I didnt go all-in on it. From the beginning, there was a unique card prepared to deal with the huge enemy called Unknown. [The sub-space inventory is opened.] It wasnt too bad that you attacked first. It would have been much more troublesome if the 7-day time was tightly packed, inducing a melee and engaging in a trade war. However, thanks to the core power gathered in one ce, the odds of winning were much higher. Jinhyeok took out a picture from the subspace. The strongest item that can reproduce the heydaypleted through Orun appeared. [Napoleons Coronation is activated.] Ive been saving and saving for this moment. I wasnt sure if I would be able to restore it again, but This victory is well worth the investment. That much was at stake in this fight. Parts! Red and ck sparks flutter around Jinhyeok. Alices Revtions of Gaebyeok and Ranger in their heyday were merged. Jinhyeoks First de in one hand. And in the other hand, he clutched a pistol with a red pattern engraved on it. Lets put an end to this damn evil. Chapter 647 Chapter 647. Unique voice window Seraphim (2) This is The expressions of the enemies facing Jinhyeok changed 180 degrees. A bloody mana that stimtes the whole body. The power of the great item recreating the heyday swallowed up all the momentum around it. Cuckoo Cuckoo! On the shaky ground, Jinhyeok slowly raised his gun. Belus stared at the scene in awe and came to his senses half a beatte. Kuk! Allowing a gap to aim against firearms Its a mistake. Beluss body crossed the space with its long ck wings spread wide. and that moment. [Lv??? Dimension Bullet is activated!] Fire came out of Jinhyeoks muzzle. Taang! The bullet turned into a poisonous snake and flew away. It was not just a few centimeters of metal, but a wide-area weapon with an attack range of several meters. Shhh! Beluss nails crossed in an X shape. Wow! A huge shockwave urred. Aagh! Bellus, who had been hit by the poisonous snakes teeth, screamed for his throat to burst. The immortal body immediately began to regenerate, but the wounds inflicted by the fangs did not easily recover. Flesh burns and bones melt. A deadly poison, never seen before, prated his nerves and prated his brain. However, before he could get used to the pain, Jinhyeoks second attack followed. The dagger with a purple trajectory aimed at Bellus neck at once. But right before the de pierced his throat. Kaaang! A third party intervened. Its probably impossible for Belus alone. Fake holding Hongryeon and Barnard. It was unknown. With that armament, you wouldnt be able topete with me now, would you? That would be it. Unknown didnt deny it. In fact, blocking the de was the limit, and as the stalemate continued, Bernard and Hongryeon were screaming. However. I have no intention of doing one-on-one with you. I didnt bring a lot of allies for nothing. The specs of the itemscking were enough to cover with good quality troops. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! The four knights of Revtion brandished different swords. [The absolute skill Execution Sword of the Covenant is activated!] This is an absolute judgment that will surely take the targets life if all four swords hit at the same time. Jinhyeok avoided the de by a piece of paper. At the same time, another bullet fired from the muzzle like lightning. Kwaaang! Among the four knights, the knight of disease blocked it with a shield covered in all sorts of pathogens. however. Cool? The knights two pupils shook violently. Clearly, I defended at the right timing. I didnt have enough mana, so I loaded it up to overflowing. But why is there a huge hole in his chest? The prating surface the bullet crossed was red hot from the friction. The article of disease stumbled and then copsed. Dont give yourself a chance to attack! If you cant defend it with a knights shield, you wont be able to get enough items. Its time to show that the best defense is offense. Unknown summoned a spear made of cial Shaping and The me of the Beginning. Hundreds of spears devastated Jinhyeoks ce from a distance. Just like being able to use Jinhyeoks ability as it is, the power of each skill was threatening. Puff pup pup pup puck! Ice and mes filled the surroundings with steam. Keeeh! The Shade Ripper also held his scythe high, waiting for an opportunity tond a blow. The scythe, which could impose causal restrictions, could impose various types of shackles on the target once it was cut. If it even brushes against it it means that it couldpletely throw off the bnce in battle. of course. [During the Season of Destruction, Possessed Holy Lance is summoned!] [Revtion of Gaebyeok C Blood Explosion is activated!] In order to create a 1:1 rtionship with Unknown, this side also prepared a strong backing called the Ancient Inul Corporation. Mosquito! You dare to injure my contractor with those filthy things? Sweet Potato and Alice exploded a shot they had prepared. A red-hot sword pierced the atmosphere. The blood soaking the floor stained all the visible space bloody. Cuckoo coo coo! Aagh! Aaaaaaa! The knights of the Book of Revtion, who had been hit squarely by the attack, crouched down. Even if they were under the protection of the covenant, it was not easy to be safe from the attack containing the power of the ancient species and the true ancestors. Damn it. Bugs! Unknown immediately tried to open the Infinite Library. Taang! But before the library could be fully opened, another gunshot went off. Kaaang! Unknown managed to deflect the bullet. If he had beente in closing the library even a little bit, he would have been like an article of disease. Moreover, the cost of blocking bullets was harsher than expected. Kwadeuk A faint crack on the surface of Hongryeon and Barnard. The weapon was damaged even though it was not blocking it head-on, but twisting the trajectory. Its powerful enough to make your teeth tremble. Its quite right. throw it out I was going to make a pretty hole in my forehead with that one shot. Jinhyeok blew the smokeing out of the muzzle. You are arrogant even though you forcibly awakened with the power of the coronation ceremony. Since I only used one card here, the future must be a thorny road. Its a bit of a shame, but I dont think its that bad if I can just destroy you. Whoops. Not thinking about the future is always the same. what good Its not like I didnt expect that personality like a single cell. If youre going to push forward ignorantly, Ill deal with you with something suitable for you. Unknown took out a jewel with a brilliant blue light from inside his bosom. ? Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. Ive seen all kinds of items and relics that exist in the Tower of Trials, but Ive never seen a jewel with that color. Unknown swallowed the jewel as it was before Jinhyeok could activate Eye of Gluttony. then that moment. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah Kwah! The magic power flowing from Unknowns body has changed so intensely and brutally that it cannot bepared to before. [You have taken Eternal Bloodstone!] [Unique Spear Phase 3 is activated!] Description: Increases proficiency for one weapon to the maximum level. [Image realization. C Weapons] Description: You can make one item of your imagination into reality. However, the duration that can be implemented varies depending on the weapons stats. [The greatest and gloomiest pce is about to be summoned.] Description: If you cannot kill the target who took the bloodstone within 1 hour, the pce of Azathoth will manifest here. However, this effect can only be used when the Covenant is in progress during the Apocalypse. A red status window that appears countless times. at the same time. Cheerreuk Unknown threw away the half-shattered dagger and took out a new weapon. It is a private sword with the characteristic that the de extends continuously. How precious time is I will make you feel it very painfully. Unknowns mask was distorted into a grotesque shape. *** Glow. White mes and feathers blended into one ce. The blonde hair that flowed through the dazzling crown gently covered the white armor. You wont regret it? Gabriel looked at Theresa with eyes full ofplex feelings. After awakening as an apostle of Eden, Teresas vitality was rapidly declining after using Seraphim. Its a natural story. Seraphim, who belong to a very special axis among unique spears, had the power to reach the archangel realm with a human body. Obviously, as soon as this fight was over, or maybe during the fierce fight, he might lose his life. are you okay. However, Teresa did not regret her decision in the slightest. If I could protect someone dear to me, if I could buy more time for him, even if it was 1 minute 1 second, that was enough. ha. After all, she is the saint we chose. dull ones too. Foolish too. Thats why the pity is the same. Gabriel pressed his temples hard. Same with Joan of Arc. Candidates who have always been appointed as saints have consistently assumed a role that only harms them. so that. Because I cant leave you alone. Gabriel stood beside Theresa. Are you joining us? Because I like fools. Naive idiots cant just watch without knowing why. The archangel and the saintess released the divine power in their bodies all at once. Whoa! [The sanctuary Red sea is activated!] Two huge waves of divine power surged around Teresa and Gabriel. A myth that protected their people from an enemy army. The holy waves that would drown all the pouring enemies split into long left and right sides. ? Thats annoying. The silver-skinned, thin-built old man clicked his tongue. Grand Mage Tamash. While serving the Primordial Beings, he was also entrusted with the role of leading the Ancient Familiar in this mission. Originally, it was intended to be easily wiped out and returned to the original 50th floor, but when the battle began, the enemies counterattacked. It was because thebination of Gabriel and Teresa, who burned everything and attacked, was creating more damage than expected. In particr, the Red Sea, arge army-type wide-area skill, exerted several times greater power as the number of troops differed, so hundreds of sheep and goats perished between the waves. Even the unknown side seems to have been driven into a corner. Tamashs gaze turned to the ce where Jinhyeok and Unknown were fighting. Judging from the fact that he even used the eternal bloodstone, it seems that he was unable to defeat a human named Jinhyeok with normal methods. Even so, there is no chance of victory on the human side as long as that is taken out. Everything was supposed to flow as nned. Tamash lightly swung the crystal staff he was holding. [The holy relic Shadowed Amethyst is now open!] [Those who are exposed to the endless illusions will see and hear apletely different thing.] Tamash, who specializes in illusion and hallucination, focuses on these two among numerous magics. dealt with and. The extreme self-suggestion through the illusion made the already powerful ancient familiars several times more ferocious. Every Umchitkatura Its Iketra! Asmutmo Gurashaika! The pupils of the medium-sized Uthumands narrowed. There is no more momentum that was broken due to the red sea. Even the huge waves made it look like a barren wastnd. In the ce where the reluctance disappeared, overwhelming confidence and the instinct to trample the enemy entered. Kreureu Keeeee! The ck goats and sheep, who had be even more energetic, charged towards Teresa and Gabriel. at the same time. [Tsushimas Eternal Meteor Storm is activated!] Huge meteorites appeared above the waves. this is not wee The strongest siege weapon base specially prepared to destroy the sanctuary. You can taste angel meat tonight. Tamash smacked his lips. Chapter 648 Chapter 648. Beyond the limit (1) Kuku kuk kuku Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! The barrier surrounding it shook violently. As the two powers battled with all their might, the wave of magic that spread was so huge that the aftermath was leaking out even outside the barrier. And the subtle reverberation was enough to be noticed even by those far away. In an empty lot about 100m away from the inn, Chun Youseong was wielding a sword alone. Whoa. Chun Yoo-seong calmed down his rough breathing. Even while everyone was enjoying the festival, it had already been two hours since they were silently immersed in training. The newly learned uniqueness spear has beenpleted to the point where it can be used in actualbat. pounding! pounding! pounding! My heart was beating fast in a different way. If its this If its this powerful and overpowering swordsmanship, I might be able to defeat that goddamn figure. WhoopWhoopwhoop A strangeugh flowed from Cheon Yuseongs mouth without even realizing it. In my head, the image of Jinhyeok shedding tears and begging for surrender was being aired in the main story, followed by sequel after sequel. But just then I flinched Something caught my senses that I had sharpened and polished while training fiercely. Obviously, there is nothing wrong with the outward appearance. The calm air and familiar background were as they had been seen many times. but. Pachichik! The faintly bouncing sparks and the subtly swaying atmosphere. Even the dry temperature transmitted to the skin was different. A deep sense of difort hit my nerves. no way? Chun Yuseongs eyes narrowed. There is something. It can only be recognized by having extremely sharp senses. shit! Its easy to guess that someone who could do something like this would never havee here with good intentions. Aftering to a conclusion, Chun Yoo-seongs body bounced forward like a spring. Quaang! The inn reached at once by kicking off the ground. When I tried to go inside, my body was blocked by something transparent and bounced out. Awesome! I tried swinging the sword, but the result was the same. Again, there is a barrier. Its not like he did it. No matter how much Jin-hyeok likes to y, there is no way he would be so foolish. Even though I was wrapped up like this, the life I felt inside felt like it would make my heart cold. If the enemy was ambush, things wouldnt be good here. Most of the forces on the alliance side were enjoying the after-party after the festival, so there would be no one who could apply for the amodation. In other words, it meansplete istion. There was only one person who could help right now. It wouldnt be a bad idea to take this opportunity to create a debt. More than anything. It is uneptable to fall for someone like the Unknown. Only one person should be able to bring down the huge mountain called Kang Jin-hyeok. Not the gods of great powers, ancient dragons, or primeval beings only. I! Pats Cheats! The blinding white light of the sword surged up the de. Beautiful snowkes swarmed around Cheonyuseong. Cuckoo Cuckoo! The sight of the storm condensing toward a single point. The strong air carried by the sword stretched to several meters. [One Hundred Nights Sword C Flower of Fire] Like a me that pours out everything and disappears. It is the ability to create the strongest blow by pouring all the mana possessed into a single blow. Chun Yoo-seong concentrated all his mind on one ce. The hand holding the sword stopped. Even time has stopped. *** [Unknown activates the special skill, ck Centipede!] chch ch ch ch chchamp! The de of the in sword was dyed ck, and soon changed to the shape of a centipede and wriggled. You know best how powerful this is. Unknown lightly moved his wrist. Then the in Sword moved its trajectory in an unpredictable direction. from left to right. Then, it drew curves and parabs and wrapped around Jinhyeok. It was an unpredictable attack because it moved at such a high speed and even the tempo was bizarre. but. Kakakakang! Jinhyeok didnt even budge on the spot and cut off his inclothes sword. This is the moment that properly tarnished the reputation of the in sword, which is synonymous with heterogeneous things. Its a little regretful that I even took medicine, but this isnt everything, right? Jinhyeok was dead. no way. Unknown bit his mrs and called another ability from the Great Library. [Unique Singer Residual Moonlight is activated!] [Special skill Habitat of Centipedes is activated!] Sussuk Unknown has increased to dozens. Of course, the number of in clothes swords he was holding also increased to dozens. One can somehow be blocked with the senses, but can many of these be blocked with the senses? There really isnt anything I cant do. Jinhyeok clicked his tongue in amazement. As if facing a mirror, it is a very subtle feeling to see them using their abilities with confidence. I could feel how fraudulent and cheating it was to use all kinds of abilities from the enemys point of view. but. Even if you can use the same abilities, its apletely different story whether you can link those skills naturally. [The Infinite Great Library is opened!] [The unique window Chrono Sphere is activated!] [The unique window Thunder God is activated!] [The unique window Wind God is activated!] Status windows that appear one after another . Tsutsutsu! Different abilities were expressed in Jinhyeoks muzzle and dagger. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! The battle started right away. Dozens of in clothes swords swept across the ground in a dizzying manner, and Jinhyeok quickly started aiming for the clones of Unknown. Tatatatatatang! Countless beams of light emitted from the muzzle. The Chronosphere, abination of the Thunder God and the Wind God, headed for the main body at the rear. I wondered how he was able to distinguish the main body from the identical duplicates, but surviving is more important than that. Before the thoughts left his head, the clones threw themselves in front of Unknown. Puffer Puck! Ah! Cool! A bloody red blood erupted. The bullets barely stopped spinning after killing five clones. Keuugh. Unknown brushed off the dust from his body. Even though I thought I had properly offset it, the shock didnt go away all over my body. Even though he took the bloodstone, did he mean this much? Overwhelming power and insight. It was a lot trickier than expected. Because I couldnt see an angle that I could win alone. Even the alter egos made from residual moonlight are just for prolonging their lives. At most, you will only be able tost for a few tens of minutes. but. In the end, time is on my side. The pce of Azathoth slowly began to take shape. At the same time, the magic power flowing from Jinhyeok was gradually fading. This is proof that the time limit for The Coronation of Napoleon is running out quickly. Looks like Ive seeded in extending the duration from the previous 3 minutes but it seems unreasonable to increase it drastically. Unknown repaired the cracked mask. At the same time, he nodded his head to the side. Then, Belus, who was waiting, immediately rushed towards Jinhyeoks rear. stop! Your opponent is us. I dont think I can afford to look at it, but the head of Ataraxia. Elise tried to stop her, but the Shade Reaper and the rest of the knights held her back. When Ellis was blocked, there was nothing to hold Belus. Ill tear you to shreds and kill you! Belus, who spews out a stream of life, brandished his ws frantically. Exquisitely aiming for ces that in clothes swords could not cover. Jinhyeok, who activated Heavenly Demon, increased his speed by one notch. Puffer Puck! Tuquaang! The bullets fired from the dagger and muzzle turned Bellus body into rags. [The immortal body starts regenerating!] Aagh! it hurts! sick! kill! it hurts! Although he felt the pain, Bellus vitality was as tough as a cockroach. Stop fussing and push yourself harder. Your role is to receive attacks from the vanguard. Damn it. Its easy to say that its not your body. Okay, so be sure to destroy that guy. I have to shred my limbs to make it clear. The passing of Unknown and Belus became tighter and fiercer as time went on. On the other hand, Jinhyeok, whose magic power supply is decreasing at the coronation ceremony, was revealing a loophole, albeit minutely. thud! Jinhyuks back touched the wall on one side. After trying to get out of here and there, I was finally driven into a corner. Kick Kick! good. You can finally see the tension on that face. Bellus exploded with madness. It could be said that it was almost simultaneous. Kwaaang! Bellus fingernails pierced Jinhyeoks chest. Bigbillion!? Jinhyeoks body was bent with a Kiyeok ruler. *** Registered Contractor! Mosquito! Alice and Sweet Potato shouted at the same time. Jin-hyeok, whom he thought would never be harmed, was fatally wounded. No, it was no exaggeration to say that the possibility of surviving had already disappeared since the upper body waspletely severed. Pieces of meat that shatter. however. The fragments were fakes made of ice, not blood and flesh. It is a cier kaleidoscope apanied by illusions and optical illusions. Jinhyeoks voice was heard behind Bellus back. Ive finally used up all my mana. A fishy smile crept across Jinhyeoks lips. It made Belus pour all his magic power into a fight that was getting more and more advantageous. I continued to make the te so that I could be sure of victory. Jinhyeok, who brought the gun to the ce where his heart was, released the power he had been saving. [Lv???? Dimension Bullet activates!] The first bullet I used was enough to send a knight in one blow, but the light now gathering in the muzzle was ten times more powerful than that. [Unique Singer Seraphim is activated!] A pair of wings appeared behind Jinhyeoks back. The crown of divinity appeared in the air a few tens of centimeters from her head. Like Teresa, it was a replica imitating the crown of divinity. [Seraphim C Shooter of Divine Orientation is activated!] [Revtion of Gaebyeok C Blood Spears is activated!] Red and white mana flowed from the wings of different colors imbued the bullets. The strongest footpressed andpressed like that. Taang! A single gunshot pierced Bellus heart. Hundreds of wavelengths created a sonic boom and spread to the other side of the barrier. Quaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa! Bellus screamed in pain. But the screams didntst long. Stupid Stupid! Have you forgotten that I am immortal? Bellus let out a rough breath and stood up. As he said, the wound was slowly regenerating. Just like it has always been. Even though his teeth would tremble at the power of immortality. Jinhyeoks tone was really rxed. It had to be. Of course I know. The goal in the first ce was not to kill with one shot. When the regeneration rate slowed significantly due to being pushed to the limit, the gue cells taken from Tulcha were mixed into the body of the regenerating Belus. To be precise, to the ce where the most important heart is formed. !!!!???? Bellus face changed dramatically. tens of thousands of times. Although Belus had been wounded to the point of death, the pain he was experiencing now was of a different kind. Its an immortal body such an enviable ability. A life that never dies and lives forever. It is a blessing unimaginable to a mortal. Of course, thats the sound that applies when youre strong forever. Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhho Exceptions when I feel painful for hundreds of thousands of seconds and thousands of seconds. Bellus twisted his whole body. I wanted to be freed from this pain right away, but I couldnt because of my immortal body. match! pair! pair! Jinhyeok made an expression full of admiration and pped. Chapter 649 Chapter 649. Beyond the limit (2) There are few ways to escape pain. or remove the cause of the pain. Or get rid of the body itself that can feel pain. One of the two would be the answer. and. Stop it Of course, if I were to choose a reasonable method, it would be the former, but Belus, who was suffering unimaginable pain, had no time to think of the best solution. I wanted to get out of this pain right now. no matter what the cost. so that. I tried to choose the only way to get rid of immortality and enjoy rest. Bellus put his hand to his heart. Belus! Stop it! Hes trying to copy your abilities! Knowing what Jinhyeok was aiming for, Unknown shouted. Again, the voice had to be urgent because it had to be prevented from obtaining the operators ability. But it was toote. Belus nails were already digging into his heart. But just then back. Jinhyeok stopped Belus frommitting suicide. Hey. Wait a minute. Ugh? Why, why! It seems like were spending it toofortably, considering that weve been stabbed in the back. Still, it seems like youre in a hurry, so if you do one favor in particr, Ill let you go nicely. Note to die and pay the price? Belluss face was covered with astonishment. It was the first time I had ever seen such an evil guy. If you dont like it, continue to suffer. Pachichik! When cial formation was activated, frost began to form on Bellus hands. Belus, who was weakened as his strength weakened, found it difficult to shake off even this. No matter how hard you try to reach your heart, you cant reach it. Tell me what you want! Quickly! Its nothing special. The rapier you used. He said it looked good. I dont know, but it must be a sword of a much higher rank than the ones used by the family heads. Because the name was the item the operator chose as his favorite weapon. Jinhyuk smiled and spread his palms. Belus squeezed out thest of his strength, opened the subspace, took out his rapier and threw it. thank you. Looking at the newly obtained item, Jinhyeok nodded. And only then could Belus be freed from this endless pain. Cool! Belus coughed up ck blood. For a moment, her eyes lost focus and became blurry. The heart is finally broken. dump. Ataraxias second-inmand and tower operator has copsed. [Obtained the relic Blue Moon!] Blue Moon Difficulty: Unmeasurable Attack Power: 980000 Durability: 1130000 / 1500000 [Sessfully copied Belus ability!] Unique Passive Noble of the Night Description: An aristocratic vampire who rules the night. You can use various skills and abilities rted to vampires to match your nickname, and depending on your proficiency, you can change your body ormand bats. In particr, the power to deal with blood is greatly increased. [Copied abilities are stored in Memory of the World.] Sheesh. Jinhyeok clicked his tongue in regret. If I had used a more creative and proper method, I would have obtained the immortality ability I most wanted . but. Not bad. Copying new abilities is always wee. All the more if it is the ability of the strong. Jinhyeok activated the passive obtained through Noble of the Night. Whoops! Teresa and Elises abilities disappeared, and Beluss ck wings appeared instead. Now that one of our greatest foes has been defeated, only Unknown remains. Shall we continue right away? Hmm. You seem to be overdoing it, but why dont you take a break? I can wait as long as I can. Hey. Im about to shed tears from overflowing consideration. Why do you want me to fight after my ability ends and the Azathoth pce manifests? That would be for the best, but it will be in the end anyway. An eerie smile appeared on Unknowns mask. Losing Bellus is quite painful. Because he is an operator who is loyal to this side, and hisbat specs are also excellent. Even so, it was not a loss because it took out almost all of Jinhyeoks power. As if to prove that, the pistol Jinhyeok was holding lost its shape and began to slowly disappear. Tring! Red status windows shed in session in front of Jinhyeoks eyes. [You have used more than 80% of The Power of Coronation.] [You need to restore the painting to activate the ability again.] This is impossible. It was because he had perfectly distributed his magic power so that he could kill Belus and deal with Unknown. Im sure theres still a little more time left No way? Jinhyuks brow wrinkled slightly. Did you distort your sense of time? Assuming so, the front and back are correct. [Currently, ck Aquarius, the zodiacal sign of the reverse heaven, is unfolding here.] Unknown yed a joke while fighting Bellus. It is a barrier that is so natural and perfect that you dont even feel the slightest sense of incongruity. Im hunting tigers, but Im not an idiot. Would I have been just watching? Unknown shrugged. I ate one. Jinhyuk licked his lips bitterly. I have very little time now. A few feet at most. If we dont win within that time, all our efforts so far will be in vain. Jinhyeok quickly took up his stance. However, another variable intervened in a situation where even 1:1 was daunting. what? As Jinhyuk raised his head, he felt heat approaching his head. Whoops! Huge showers of meteors fell on Jinhyeoks location. A wide-area skill that covers all directions to the extent that there is no room to escape. Kuku-kuku-kwaaaaaang! Huge boulders, hundreds of meters in diameter, struck the ground, causing mounds of dirt to rise to cover the sky. Aaaaaang! The shock wave raged like a hurricane. *** It was Tamash, one of the primeval beings and the great mage who leads Azathoths magic corps. It looks like your opponent is stronger than you thought. Afterpleting the space transfer, Tamash appeared around Unknown. With Teresa and Gabriels side free, they were able to support Unknown. Hes tougher than an iron tendon. Of course, that will be over now. Thats the way it should be. Azathoth is also displeased. How can you continue the great work with him after being dragged around like this by one human? I dont even know. Its a clear tone to belittle. As befits the noble and pure primeval beings, they were saying that everything except their own race was under them. If youre talking about my master, youd better be a little more careful. If you dont want the whole 50th floor to disappear. Ohh. You can take responsibility for that, right? Are you sure you can handle it? Throwing ashes at my masters n, which even Azathoth acknowledged? A subtle battle of nerves ensued. While cooperating with each other, we never wanted to lose the initiative. Still, there is something they both agree on. The first thing to do right now is to get rid of the troublesome lump called Kang Jin-hyeok. Both eyes turned to one side. The story isnt over yet. Ill be waiting for you anytime. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Unknown and Tamash pulled out a shot to decide the match. [cier type Thousand Year Freeze is activated!] [Armageddon First Impact is activated!] A huge meteor was covered with extreme ice. It is a blow that perfectlybines mass, speed, and magical power. Even avoiding it was not easy because the slowing and freezing effects were forced up to a radius of several kilometers from the meteorite. No, if I drop that thing as it is, the map of this area itself will change. Jinhyeok grabbed the first de in reverse. As long as the option to avoid is gone, there is no choice but to face it head-on. Pats Cheats! Purple waves rippled. Thest remaining magic power was tangible through the sword body and out of the de. A fast approaching meteorite. My vision was filled with frozen boulders. Awesome! As the meteorite got closer, everything on the ground began to freeze. Its like an ice age ising. In a situation where the frost is covered and even the blood is cold. It wasnt easy to hold on to the hazy consciousness, let alone move the body properly. Jinhyuks body hardened rapidly. In the next few seconds, you will be frozen alive. But at that moment. A line ran across the meteorites surface. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! Lines and lines stayed around the meteorite for a long time, and soon an unbelievable sight unfolded . Its absurd. That something like that is possible? Tamash unknowingly spit out his true feelings. He used the most powerful of the ancient magics he possessed, but he never imagined that it would be destroyed so easily. Even more so than to do it in one blow. It would have been dangerous if we could have continued to use the coronation or whatever. If only I could. But, Id be pretty much done with that one. Yes. On the other hand, my magical power is infinite. Seeing where and how long I can struggle must be an entertainment. The size is clearly smaller than before. However, the meteorites that continued to hit came to the ground biting their tails. Even if it could be cut down once or twice, even a monster would not be able to withstand the meteor storm that continued until death. Especially. If it was now that Azathoths pce was being clearly embodied, it would have been possible to exert its primeval power to the limit. A shadow fell over Jinhyuks face. As they said, there were almost no cards left that this side could win. But just then sphemy! A crack formed in the space and a new figure appeared. What are you doing, nkly there! An old rival that he faced tirelessly at the Tower of Trials. It was heavenly. A green trail struck the side of the approaching meteor. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! The rock fragments were split into several pieces. The trajectory of the small meteorite that was about to hit Jinhyeoks head was greatly changed. you! Pick up your sword right now and blow those stupid things away. The deceased person I know doesnt give up like this! Cheon Yoo-seong raised a blood vessel in his neck. Ha. I never thought Id hear all these things from him . For a moment, I was able to calm myself down. Jinhyeok calmed down his breathing slowly. He had very little mana left. Now the time hase to risk everything andpete. Chapter 650 Episode 650. Beyond the limit (3) Cracks caused by the appearance of Cheon Yuseong. A small gap appeared in thepletely disconnected space. How could that guy. As if this situation was unexpected, the surface of Unknowns mask trembled violently. Although he entered the axis of the strong, Chun Yoo-seong is at the level of the main god level. There was no ability to enter the realm of primeval beings or operators. I thought so but the thin sword statue that stretched from the sky to the groundpletely shattered the existingmon sense. Unknowns gaze turned to Cheon Yoo-seong. The human looking at himself loftyly felt as if he was looking at another Jinhyeok. Its quite right. To think that another threat is growing rapidly from the unseen feet. It is an enemy that needs to be carefully remembered. but. Just because a small pebble is thrown doesnt turn the sea upside down. [The Pce of Azathoth has been implemented by 88%!] Kukukukukuku! The ground cracked and huge tentacles began to wriggle up. [Serious damage urs to the mental system!] [You have an absolute status abnormality!] [If you continue to be exposed to the influence of the pce, fatal results can ur!] Status windows that appear one after another. Downy hair stood up all over his body. Keuuu Whoop. Jinhyeok and Chun Yuseong put their heads together. The pain that was difficult to handle with the existing stat resistance dug into his head. I really dont have much time now. Somehow, the pce must be stopped before it fully manifests. Damn it. What were you doing until this happened? Oh, I wasnt just ying. He was busy hunting vampires and ying tikitaka with the creepy Reaper and the Knights of Revtion. Thats Damn it. What can I do now? Is it okay to cut down the pce or something? Chun Yuseong tried to swing his sword again. Anyway, this ignorant guy takes out a knife if he thinks anything is blocked. The mentality of cutting the barriers and even cutting down the pce of Azathoth makes me want to dissect what part of the brain it happened. Still, there are times when that ignorance is reassuring. You can trust and entrust it if you have natural talent. Im going to dy that, so keep the rest of them out of the way in the meantime. The masked guy and the rest of the idiots. huh. those guys. i get it. Chun Yoo-seong took a posture with his feet. Even while under psychological attack, a terrifying energy rode the tip of the sword and covered the entire body. It is now. Quaang! Jinhyeok jumped forward. Keeeh! e. Stop! If we hold on this time, it is our victory! With themand of the Shade Ripper, the three knights of the Book of Revtion blocked the way. The sword that enforced the covenant exploded to pierce Jinhyeoks body. Kaaang! It was then that the sword of Chun Yu-seong was drawn. shing swordsmanship spewed out and the knights were bounced back. It was a single sword from the rear, and the speed of the sword was ridiculously fast, so the enemies had no choice but to be greatly embarrassed. At a moment that could be said to be almost simultaneous, Chun Yoo-seong stepped in front of Jin-hyeok. good! I will deal with these guys. Kakakakakang! The urethra drew a green trajectory. The chaebol-like swordsmanship, which moved endlessly, consisted only of cutting grass. Its a great support to buy time. As soon as Chun Yu-seong seeded in tying his feet, Unknown immediatelyunched an attack. [Unknown activates All World Sharing C Blood Spears!] Wooooooooong! The space split and countless skewers appeared in the air. The tips of the skewers all pointed towards one goal. That moment. Whoops! [Revtion of Gaebyeok C Blood Spears is activated!] Dont you dare show fake things in front of Jim. You worm-like creature. On the side where Elise was, the space split. Alice thats right. You are still there. You cannot touch even a hair on the body of the contractor. Thats something to watch. Countless skewers collided with countless skewers. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! Tuquaaang! The skewers were smashed and a thick bloody spray urred. The battlefield where a huge number of interceptions unfolded created another spectacr scene. Hmm. The potential of humans is pretty good. Tamash resummoned Meteor Storm, which had been suspended for a while. Meteors wrapped in blue me began to fall again, biting tail after tail. It is a n to block the ess to the pce itself by pouring a wide range. [Sweet Potato Lv??? I activate Breath!] It was a ck sweet potato pping its wings that faced the meteor shower. Cuckoo Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwah! It was less powerful than the Sword of Condemnation, but it was rather more effective in terms of rate of fire. Mosquito yee! The mana that had been umted by eating the enormous amount of magic stones exploded all at once. As the dark red breath and the meteor shower collided, a terrifying wave spread again. Tamashs eyebrows curled in reverse. This is because dozens of meteor showers werepletely obstructed by the breath and annihted, and the meteor showers created subsequently evaporated before reaching the ground. Thanks to its infinite magic power, Meteor Storm never stopped, but it was a loss in itself to be dragged by one ancient species. More than anything else, it would hurt his pride. Ill make it out of lizard skin. Tamash cast another spell. I was thinking of going rabbit hunting after tying up the mobility thates from my small body. [The magic form is rearranged.] The ancient magic that transcends the circle waspleted at high speed. The calction speed was already far beyond the perceptible range. Whoops! The seven great magics werepleted in the blink of an eye. However, right before the attack magic was fired at the sweet potato, a cool sensation ran up the back of my head. something came. Suddenly? Tamash shouted in surprise. He couldnt react to the two shadows that approached him right away. It was a surprise attack that prated the gap between the boundary magic and defense magic that were spread out in multipleyers. Dont touch your lordspanions. The probability of sess is 12.5%, yes. Wolyeong and Frey stabbed their swords and spears. hooked! Fu-wook! The soft, liquid shield managed to protect Tamashs heart. If it hadnt been for the type of person who cared so much about his body, he would have been allowed to take one shot. Whose body would a human or a doll that is less than dust dare to touch? Tamash held the crystal ball high. A swarm of locusts 2m tall with brown coats poured out of the staff. Chwiiik! Chwii it! Grasshoppers with sharp teeth flew in to devour Frey and Wolyeong. Its incredibly fast for its size. Frey activated the Unique Spear. [Unique voice Immortal Puppeteer is activated!] Thesting time is about 4 minutes and 32 seconds. huh. Dolls that looked exactly like Frey faced off against the locusts, each holding a different weapon. Teresa and Gabriel were also firmly defending one side against numerous primeval beings. Its precarious, but its like each of them is doing more than their role. This is enough Its possible. say its possible The fight isnt over yet. We must make use of this opportunity that everyone risked their lives to create. Jinhyeok squeezed out his mana and reached the ce where the pce was at once. *** Jinhyeok reached the entrance of the pce. Wow! Due to the uncontroble speed, several pirs were smashed even though the brakes were applied. Pats Cheats! Arge purple crystal can be seen glowing in the center. That is the nucleus and heart of this pce. thump! thump! thump! The headache got even worse. With each step I took, I felt a strong urge as if the strings of reason were about to break. This is the Pce of Azathoth. It is the absolute dignity that can destroy the order of the entire universe simply by manifesting itself. Ill still need a lot to fight that monster. In fact, even at the peak of his career, he thoroughly prepared for three months. Numerous traps and items were poured in to prepare for the final showdown. In addition, even in a fight that started with Azathoths most tricky abilities and five of his relics sealed, he was barely able to defeat him after fighting day and night for two weeks. skill and hard work preparation and talent. Above all, it means that you can taste victory only when the element of luck is perfectly matched. but. Right now I cant show the output at that time, so I have no choice but to use another expedient. Jinhyeok took out what he had received as a reward from the subspace inventory. [The sss-level random box is activated!] Charleuk! The various rewards written on the random box moved at an invisible speed. It is impossible to choose which one you want among them. It is said that good or bad visual acuity is not the problem, but that it is physically nonsensical in probability. And of course. To prepare for this, I made a deal with Shylock. [Used Gems that eat away brilliance!] [The causal rate is twisted to some extent!] [Used 10 Strange Fortune Cookies!] [Total probability will increase by 25%!] Tower of Trials I put in all the items made tomemorate the birth of . Whoops! Along with the dazzling light, the pictures floating on the surface of the box noticeably slowed down. If he had tried to acquire a fairly useful relic, he would not have chosen an item that increased his probability while fighting Shylock in the first ce. Overwhelmingpared to conventional rewards. He went through a lot of trouble to get something that could suck a lot of honey. [You have selected an item.] [Summons Greeting Toad.] Grumble Gureuk! A toad with a full stomach appeared in front of Jinhyeok. Also known as the toad of themp. The toad, which holds various holy relics, vomits out 4 of the holy relics it ate in its stomach when performing certain actions. However, there are some limitations to using this genie. The restriction that four items must be used for different purposes. Its a bit disappointing, but its not bad because I can get 4 items that cannot be measured. I already felt a part of my heart reassuring at the thought of making a lifetime ve contract with all kinds of condescension. Jinhyeok quickly put the red fly he bought at the coin exchange into the toads mouth. The only way to make a toad vomit whats inside is to feed it its favorite ruby tsetse fly. Mostly fools try to feed the precious toad something else or even open it to get whats inside. Because of this, no one really recognized the true value of this toad. Except for me. Jinhyeok gently stroked the toad that was swallowing the fly. then that moment. Kwaweeek! Various holy relics poured out of the toads mouth. It was good. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth went up. It was exactly what I wanted. Chapter 651 Chapter 651. Decisive battle (1) Tirling! Tring! Tethering! notification sounds in session. A total of four relics were revealed. [You have obtained the holy relic Adams Rib!] Difficulty to obtain: Unmeasurable Description: A second life is granted to all who belong to Eden. It can protect the user from all harms that lead to death, such as fatal injuries or various contracts that guarantee life. [You have obtained the holy relic Limit Breaking Pill!] Difficulty to obtain: Unmeasurable Description: A special pill that can be used for an item. If you select one specific item and ingest it into the item, you can forcibly open one of the abilities sealed in that item. [You have obtained the holy relic The Key of Gilgamesh!] Difficulty to obtain: Unmeasurable Content: Allows ess to a report that has not been used for a long time. If you do not have a personal report, you can borrow 3 holy relics from Gilgameshs report, and if you have a personal report, you can freely open the report you have. [You have acquired the holy relic u Ss!] Difficulty to obtain: Unmeasurable Damage: 1150000 Durability: 5000000 / 5000000 Description: A mythical weapon with the nickname of the invincible sword. It uses its brilliance to blind enemies, and its de is inscribed with divine incantations, so once drawn it can never be defeated. (It can bebined with other relics.) Four in total. It wasposed of only things optimized for each one. Jinhyeok opened the subspace inventory. Everyone,e out quickly. I have work to do. master! Did you call? Yeah, right out! Really. He never did anything like snack and ran right away as soon as we called. yes? Wipe your mouth and say it, you idiot. whispers. Everyone, be quiet. My head hurts. The spirit beastsughed and came running. Although it was quite disgusting to see someone risking their lives fighting fiercely and enjoying a party in a subspace. I have to run an errand, so lets put up with it for once. Jinhyeok handed over the rest of the items except for the Limit Breaking Pill to each of the spirits. Deliver this to our members, then immediately go out of the rift and do what is written on this note. okay! Trust us. master! Well then! The spirit beasts pounded their chests. A little uneasiness preceded the way he gruntedly carried huge items on his back with his small body. But now I have to trust him. As the spirit beasts left to carry out their respective missions, Jinhyeok, who was left alone, grabbed the first de. Then, he took out the Limit Breaking Pill obtained this time and sprinkled it on top of it. Squeak. As the white powder touched the surface of the de, the purple glow visibly brightened. Whoops! A beautiful radiance. [The second characteristic of First de is open!] [Transformation] Content: You can change the shape and appearance of the sword to what you want. It can be applied to various fields such as mass, length, shape, etc., and one must be selected among them. Once chosen, the abilitysts forever unless another transmuting item is used. I have already thought of what to do. Jinhyeok infused magic into his sword. OK. Chwachwachww Kagagagak! The surface of the First de was cracked and the number of des increased to several. The de, long enough to reach the floor, gently grazed the ground. It is the most used private sword in the past. This should be enough to destroy the heart of Azathoths pce. Its fine until there. The problem is too many manifestations have already been made. At the point when more than 90% of the pce has manifested, it is not enough to simply destroy the jewels in front of you. East, West, South, North and the center of the pce. A total of 5 jewels must be destroyed to prevent the manifestation of the pce. For that, the help of those outside the barrier was desperately needed. The spirits should finish the work quickly Jinhyeoks gaze went over the barrier. ??? Uh-wook! Yes its your turn. Thats right. you should drink Dont drink cancer. Hercules and Thor, their faces flushed red, exchanged jugs of wine. A binge that has been going on for several hours already. Hercules and Thor were in a difficult situation to even properly control their bodies due to a drinking match at stake. Even so, he staggered as if he would never give up and reached out for the next jug. jump! jump! jump! The other deities who watched him drink like crazy clicked their tongues. For the gods, alcohol is a drink for enjoying the taste. Pour and drink until you lose your mind is something that only suits humans. Its ignorant to do things with muscles even to the brain. Isnt that right, brother? That seems right. Artemis and Apollo sipped their wine gracefully. Its not bad to be able to enjoy this kind of leisure. After the monster on the 50th floor died, the rest of them seem to be calm. Dont be rmed. Our opponents are people we cannot judge with ourmon sense. When Loki died, Odin scolded him earnestly. Even crows were patrolled just in case, but the ominous feeling did not fade easily. Heimdall was also waiting for Odinsmand without taking a sip of alcohol. My father is always worried, which is a problem. worried. In my opinion, it seems like a giwoo. If it bes a problem, rather Cheonsei is more anxious. Anubis nced at the ce where Cheonsei was encamped. Although temporarily allied, they are technically enemies. It is said that as soon as this fight is over, a dagger may be stabbed in the back. Asuras and yokai are grinding their teeth, so it wont be so easy to hit them in the back. by the way. I dont know where our winged friend went. Beriel, who muttered indifferently, looked around and looked around. He always nned to tease Gabriel, who was living a monks life, by saying the Ten Commandments and prayers, but for some reason, the great archangel didnt even show his nose from a while ago. But just then Hehe! hehe! A smander spewing out small mes appeared in front of everyone with a thump. I know who you are even if you dont tell me. Hehe! This the owner told me to! It is one of the 5 spirit beasts that Jinhyeok has. The Smander handed over the paper he was holding tightly in his hand. *** Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! Pupper puck! Drops of blood shattered in the air. The air in which powerful magical power collided with magical energy was perfect for the name Apocalypse. Youre using a lot of dragons. Unknown frowned at Elises onught as she frantically fired skewers. Thousands of skewers were rampant, so it took a lot of work to respond. A cheeky thing. How dare you rx in front of my baggage! Alice, whose anger had risen to the limit, opened her eyes to Unknown. In the past, he was an absolute person that no one could carelessly do, so Unknowns reaction right now touched his pride. However, Unknown is quite a nuisance to Alice like that. I didnt consider it more than that. Rather, most of the nerves were focused on the deceased person who had been missed. Even in the middle of this, youre trying to find the best attack route. Quite right. At the point where the manifestation was almost finished, the pce did not copse unless all the pirs outside were destroyed. Of course, there could have been cases of requesting support from the outside, but that was also within the assumed range. No, rather The preparation for the outside is better this way too. Unknowns mask distorted and a bizarre smile emerged. Elise Teresa Chun Yu-seong Frey. Finally, sweet potatoes. We will bury all the core members of the Goinmul Corporation here. Until the end are you ignoring Jim? Alice, noticing that Unknowns spirit had gone elsewhere, gathered her magic power. [Revtion of the Gaebyeok C Blood Eclipse Night of the Day is activated!] The sight flickered and a red line slowly appeared. It is qualitatively different from the skewers that were thrown indiscriminately. A heavy blow could put even quite a few bosses to sleep in one blow. however. Not enough. Alice felt it instinctively. That it was impossible to inflict fatal wounds on him with this. And even the fact that there would be irreversible consequences if you recklessly waste your insufficient magic power. Is there no way. Inmmation even red up at the helpless self. More than anything, it was most saddening to know that they werent much help when the contractor was in danger. Right then. Bubble Bubble! A ssh of water rose and a familiar face appeared. hostess! It was Undine, the spirit of water. To say the hostess She has really good eyes not really! Jim is busy fighting the enemy. huh. yes you know But the owner told me to deliver it, so I came! A contractor? Elise opened her eyes wide. I thought I would be in the middle of the day by now, but in the midst of that, it was questionable that I was sending something to myself. At the same time, my heart was beating fast. Even in the middle of this minute and second fight, if you care about it it means that you really think of yourself as precious. Alice was given a golden key by Undine while imagining that she was happy. This? Alices expression was still confused. Because he didnt realize what he had now. But the moment you put the key into the air. Alice knew at once what this key was for. [Gilgameshs Key is activated!] p! Dimensions continued with the sound of a crack. A long-sealed report that is currently unlocated. Ataraxias No, the warehouse where the holy relics were kept exclusively for Ellis von Ataraxia. Ah A thick exmation escaped from Alices mouth. At the same time, a trembling hand reached out to a ce I missed so much. [The dormant relics respond to their masters call.] ??? Whats your n? Unknown, who still had his eyes on the pce, was immersed in thought, recalling the number of cases. If he were Jinhyeok, he thought about what method he would use to ovee this situation. When thoughts bite their tails like that. Creepy. Suddenly, an unfamiliar sensation intervened. what? Unknowns gaze focused on Ellis for the first time. Jeezerit! Magical power like that of the deep sea transmitted through a mask. There, a monster he had never experienced before was waking up. Chapter 652 Chapter 652. Decisive Battle (2) Parts! Pachichik! Sparks of blood spread in all directions. Wrist guards and head ornaments engraved with colorful patterns. Indescribable magical power rose from nes and rings adorned with jewels he had never seen before. Elise looked straight ahead. Ruby-red eyes and pure white snowke-like white silver hair made a fantastic harmony. [Alice von Ataraxias full armament unfolds.] Tremendous magic power surged. The absolute one who made even the strongest people in the tower bow their heads in awe. It was the moment when the weight of the name Alice von Ataraxia was revealed without filtering. In the middle of the raging storm Ellis slowly reached out. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Then, the blood droplets gathered on the fingertips and made a strangely shaped skewer. It was not blood spears that were simply twisted, but it had an appearance that seemed to burn with blood. How Unknowns voice trembled slightly. Ataraxias report must have been hidden where no one could find it. I was convinced there was no way Ellis could fully recreate his prime. Thats why Alice was nning to focus only on capturing her alive, excluding it from being a variable. In order to use it as a trump card to subdue Jinhyeok. but. All of that was a mistake. It was because a monster that made me drool just by facing it appeared. It will be a little different from now on. [Ellis activates Revtion of Gaebyeok C Blood Eclipse!] A red line was drawn once again. Its on a different level than before. It is a very vivid color line. At the same time, newly created skewers pierced the air. !!?? Unknown hurriedly activated Infinite Library. Shields made of cial molding surrounded the surroundings inyers. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! Thick ice shards scattered in all directions. The blow was heavy enough to make the air vibrate. Keugh! Unknown released his magic with all his might. The idea of estimating Elises strength had long since disappeared. It has be an urgent situation to endure from the storm of blood that is now driving. h h! The thick ice was cut entirely as the Eclipse fell from above. Red heat rose from the cut surface. Unknown, who managed to escape, clicked his tongue. To cut this all at once. In a sense, its more difficult than Kang Jin-hyeok. Jin-hyeoks skill usage and attack patterns, which use the same abilities, are rather familiar. Ive been working hard to follow Jin-hyeoks. Its an exaggeration to say that Im an expert at least in regards to Jin-hyeok . I studied and studied again to the extent that it wasnt. However, Alice is different. Attack patterns, utilization, and even psychological state. I only know the basics. I havent been able to attack in depth . It looks heavy. The attack continued again, and Unknown frantically activated his defense and evasion skills. I havent even started yet! The books in the great library were pulled out frantically and various beams of light were emitted. [Trait ability Triple Magic is activated!] [ Unique Sacred Spear Karaka Diav is activated!] [Unique Sacred Spear Reverse Heaven Ring of God is activated!] [Unique Sacred Spear Thunder God is activated!] [Trait Earthquake is activated!] Energy supplied from a source of immense magical power . The ground soared and the sky copsed. Lightning and magma intertwined. Red mes spewed from the cracked ground. Ellis put her hands together as she faced the approaching natural disaster. [Fully armed Bracelet of Blood activated. Its done!] [The full length Sigh of the ck Night is activated!] The holy relics worn by Elise took on a subtle red light. [ The special skill Pure Blood Sanctuary is activated! ] At the same time, a huge circle centered on Elise emerged. Red lines quickly continued in a circle with a diameter of 1 km. Dots and dots flickered and aplex spell began to bepleted. It was as if a perfect embroidery was being drawn. In the blink of an eye, an out-of-the-ordinary pir of light rose from thepleted spell. From the ground to the sky, the red pir pierced the air and even prated the ceiling. A barrier created to cut off from the outside world. It was the moment when a hole of enormous size was formed. Of course, Unknown , who was at the center of the explosion, had to allow the most powerful blow . .In the crater where even the stone was burned, it seemed that no living creature could exist. But.. Beetle. The creature wearing the mask withstood the blow. Kuaaaa! The mouth of the mask was torn up and down. Red blood gushed out of it. I couldnt stand it without screaming in tremendous pain. But what I feared more than the pain that pierced my brain right away was the nobility of the night who was moving their steps with dignity. [Ellis activates Blood Spears!] The skewers, which were even disgusting, were fixed as they aimed at Unknown. Its this much power even though I havent used all of my full armament. It is not for nothing that even the primeval beings are difficult enough to avoid a head-to-head confrontation. In a head-to-head match, the odds of winning are only half and half Even if he used all the strength he had saved to deal with Jinhyeok, that would be the limit. The problem was that if he exerted all his strength to deal with Elise, he would not have the energy to focus on Chun Yu-seong or the rest of the enemies. They were also formidable enemies, so they had the power to create any number of variables if given a little chance. A small hole will quickly develop into a crack that copses the entire dam. In other words. The battle that had been advantageous waspletely reversed. Due to one personpletely regaining the original bodys power. *** same time. In a secret ce at the top of the tower, 6 senior managers and 157 mid-level managers were gathered. Almost all of them met in one ce, except for the upper level managers and middle and lower level managers who were required to maintain the tower. There was a reasonable reason for the exceptional situation. When the Apocalypse Covenant was invoked and the great powers of the tower as well as the primeval beings intervened, the tower itself copsed. What the hell is going on? The tower, which used to be quite peaceful, is now unpredictable. Who said it? Thats how the administrators authority falls to the ground. Be quiet. The people above must all have their thoughts. Mid-level managers were agitated. I knew I shouldnt raise my voice recklessly, but I couldnt stay still because of my anxiety. they know The reality that I never doubted would alwaysst forever it seemed like it would disappear. And it was the same with senior managers who felt insecure. Inside the mansion built on the roots of a huge tree, six senior managers sipped freshly brewed tea. Its really amazing that youre making such a luxurious mansion in the middle of it. Rick, who was the only one drinking coffee, trembled. As the words say, the log house on the roots with antique wooden decorations has retained the scale and beauty of hundreds of pyeong. It was thanks to the ability of Vascaville, a senior manager elected from the nt world Life Seed. Luxury mansions suck! Did youe here to say something nonsensical like that? Quaang! A manager in the shape of a red goat hit the desk. It was Hateis who seeded Hastings as a senior manager. He had risen to the highest rank of senior manager at best, but he was furious that everything might be reduced to dust before he could enjoy the sweet fruits. Everyone does that. thats right. This is not the time to fight among ourselves. Especially Vascaville-nim, Vendivia, and Rick-nim. Conflict of opinion between senior managers in the floating seat. Even though we couldnt make a decision at the time, we have to put down old feelings for the cause right now. I think its important to start by figuring out how things are going. Isabelle. Is that possible? Another senior manager, Kund, opened her mouth. yes. It is possible. Then Isabelle, the only one who can freely peek at all the stairs, summoned a translucent mirror. Whoops! [Mirror of Dawn is activated.] In the mirror, the coalition led by Jinhyeok and the Covenant led by Unknown were fighting a war. It was a tense war situation that was unpredictable. Until Alice fully awakens. This cant be Huh. An exmation erupted from the senior managers. This is because the bnce has suddenly copsed and the scale has tilted to one side. if you do a little more If only one very small variable is added. The victory or defeat of the war will bepletely decided. It was then. What do you think about the option of helping Jinhyuk Kang at this time? Bendivia, who had been silent all along, brought out a dangerous proposal. A senior manager who must always remain neutral intervenes to finalize the covenant. Instead of viting the rules of the tower, it was a call to preserve the tower itself. Originally, it was normal for everyone to jump up and object. Because it was the senior managers who had to lead by example more than anyone else. However, a difficult decision had to be made because the situation was so unusual, and the primeval beings had to be prevented from bing tyrannical. They say we have toe forward You mean to bet on Kang Jin-hyuk. Come to think of it, Vendivia-sama has been especially fond of that human since before. Amon denominator. For that fact alone, Bendivia has been watching Jinhyeoks movements since before. If it was that human he thought he could reach a ce he couldnt reach. And that prediction was exactly right. Jinhyeok stepped into a new realm that no other guard had reached. What about the opinions of others? If even one person disagrees, this incident will not happen. To agree. me too. Can we promise to minimize our intervention? Hateis, who was thinking carefully, asked. That part is the one I n to handle with the most care. I will move with indirect support as much as possible in an invisible ce. Then I will also be with you. What will Rick do? Everyones eyes gathered in one ce. I have no reason to refuse. Rick With this affirmation, they rattled their coffee cups. Its been decided. Thats how the managers opinions came together. Now, all that was left was execution. But then, something unexpected happened. Ugh! [Gate ] will be opened.] A third person appeared in the thoroughly kept secret meeting ce. Chapter 653 Chapter 653. Decisive battle (3) Jeobeok. What came out of the gate was a man covered in ck smoke. With every step he took, an ominous aura surged up. What kind of guy are you! Where is this! Stop! Senior managers reacted immediately to the intruder. I will subdue you. [Vascaville activates its unique ability Endless!] Inside this mansion is a world created and created by Vascaville. nts of all kinds surrounded the man. It is because of the idea of detaining the whole body of the intruder who has invaded this ce without fear. Hateis immediately pulled out a red whip. Will that be enough? At least the flesh attached to the limbs should be peeled off. [Hatheis activates his unique ability, Scourge of Sin! A whip with thorns cut through the air. The unique abilities of the two senior managers were directed at the man with terrifying momentum. however. Kwaaang! nts and whips bounced right before they touched the mans body. It was said that he adjusted his strength a bit to subdue him, but it was an unbelievable result. Im just here to talk Everyone, calm down and have some tea. Youre talking like tea. In front of someone! Hmm. Seriously didnt you hear me? A terrifying force overflowed from the mans body. Contrary to his gentle tone, his magic was full of life. The upper managers bodies froze on the spot. Kuh This . Its a feeling of intimidation that is hard to dare to face. The fear that gnaws down to the bone was hard for even a senior manager to ept. The presence in front of him that much was of a different ss. You Ricks eyes narrowed. I was the only one who had ever met a man face-to-face, so I knew how formidable an opponent he was . The man also looked at Rick and smiled. A curious mouth was visible through the blurry face. Rick stared at the other person with a stiff expression. Whats going on here? Dont be so lenient. What do you like about me and want toe to the ce where the managers are meeting? The man trembled and lifted the teacup from the table. Then, after taking a sip, he shuddered. Its bitter. I guess I like coffee better than tea. The man who roughly put the teacup down looked at the managers once again. I came simply because I was appalled at how fair-minded Administrators were trying to side with a faction. No matter how much you dont like the primeval beings, shouldnt you separate public and private life? At the mans words, the senior managers shuddered. How on earth do outsiders know about the decision made just now? The location of this ce that was kept secret. I couldnt quite understand everything, but before I could even think about the question, the man continued, so I used my hands a little myself. I used my hands? yes. I gave some small hints so that the bnce would not fall too futilely. Currently, there are people who are being deceived by the coalition forces outside the barrier. Those who firmly believe that Cheonsei will nder them. But it was all designed by Jinhyeok. The truth waspletely different from what Asura knew . It seemed like the first time I had ever seen Asura so angry. Tsk tsk. Its aw that you shouldnt be cheating like that, and you should be good at your heart. what would you do? All of that is the karma of a human named Kang Jin-hyeok. Karma. The fairy world led by Asura. Now that Vishnu has delivered the truth himself , they will move to target Jinhyeok and the rest of the forces, lest they prevent the pce of Azathoth from fully manifesting. I think youll have to stay with me until the end. The man snapped his finger. Quaang! Kwak-kwak-kwak! New purple-tinged nts sprouted andpletely sealed the mansion. . Im trapped.. .uh. My nts. The senior managers looked around with a face in despair . It was a fairly deep wound. If it was a normal sword wound or magic wound, it would have taken more than enough time to recover immediately, but the wound received now is not an ordinary kind. Sudden betrayal. What are you thinking! Asuraeven you Vishnu? Anubis and Horus shouted . . In a situation where wepeted for one minute and one second, we became the worst stumbling block. You are the ones who deceived us first. Besides didnt you know? As far as the fact that our alliance can be broken at any time. Vishnu smiled bitterly. I will kill every single one of them. In particr, that person named Kang Jin-hyeok will chew and swallow his bones. Asura took out six different-shaped swords in each of his six hands. It would be great if he came to Hercules or Thor . Even if it can be prated, it will not only take a lot of damage, but it will take up a considerable amount of time. The two forces confronted each other head-on. A sharp current of air engulfed the battlefield. It was a situation that was on the verge. He put his hand on his shoulder and slowly opened his mouth, But we also dont want to shed blood in an all-out war with you. Actually, wouldnt it be a big loss for us to fight against each other? There would be no need to fight unless it was a decisive reason to risk its existence. In that case Kang Jin-hyeok. Please hand over that one human being. No, if you just stand by, we will not only guarantee the autonomy of each faction, but also destroy the previously ruled territories. I will give you arger territory. Are you saying such topical things that you can do anything? Of course, I didnt promise it, but the absolute ruler of the tower made a promise. Absolutely growing up Its ridiculous. Lately, Ive been saying that. Its like Ive met 12 more people who say the same thing this year alone. And even if its true, thats an absolutely uneptable condition. Beriel snorted. Then, instead of answering, he brought out his own weapon. [The dark spear Kishan is summoned!] Im sorry, but I didnt intend to bow my head even after hearing that you were going to touch my apostle. Id rather have it on your face. After making a pretty hole, I n to eat the Cheonsei area. As the power of the demon king was manifested, ck smoke rose continuously. Are the Egyptians of the same opinion? Vishnu asked the desert deities with their arms crossed, We are also rejected. Its a request that I cant possibly ept. Its because the ancient species that humans raise is a child born in our Egypt. Anubis and Horus stood next to Beriel as if they hadnt even begun . Negotiations broke down, now its time to bite each other until one of them survives. Vishnu nodded to Asura, Strike! Koooooo! Keeeh! A huge number of yogis rushed forward. Lets go. Attack ! We have to destroy the jewels as quickly as possible even for one second. The soldiers in the desert also tried to break through to one point . has been resolved. Jinhyeok smiled as he confirmed the magical power of the resurrected Alice. Since the head of Ataraxia can freely use his armaments, it will not be easy even if he is unfamiliar. Jinhyeok s eyes turned to the other side. They began to gain the upper hand against the three Knights of the Book of Revtion and the Shade Reaper. It seems that Sylphid seeded in delivering u Ss in time. Teresa, you can give me Adams ribter after the fight is over. So-called Prince Mode on a White Horse, if she appeared at the moment of desperation when she thought everything was over and restored her new life Teresa would remain loyal to her lifesaver forever, as was Cheon Yoo-seong, who got a new weapon. Well, Ill have to take that guys weapon back for synthesister. Anyway, at the thought of eating the members more and more to the marrow, my heart was already magnificent. However, even for a moment of joy, Jinhyeoks expression darkened slightly. Everything was going as nned, but the most important thing was not resolved. The problem is outside . .It seems that the order was delivered properly, but for some reason, all the defense stones in the east, west, south and north were not destroyed. No, to be precise, the defense stones in the east, west and south were sessfully destroyed. However, only the northern defense stones were not reported . There will be no one in particr who can stop the allied forces Did a new primeval being intervene? Or did someone elsee that this side doesnt know? Either way, it should be regarded as a variable . Then thump! Heartbeat increased unrealistically in an instant.At the same time, he felt a shattering pain in his head. Ahh! Jinhyeok screamed involuntarily.This excruciating pain . I saw a huge pupil from inside the pce. It hasnt fully formed yet, but that eye must be one of Azathoths. Damn it . I really dont have time anymore. Its dangerous A cold sweat runs down your back. In this state, you cant defeat that monster even if you wake up dead. [Trait Grave of Swords is activated!] The de of the First de It was long. I havent destroyed all the sealing stones yet, but if there is only one left Jinhyeok crosses his two in clothes swords and swings them. The sword wind creates a typhoon and all the pirs inside the pce start to shatter . Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwaa A sword with added rotation and eleration. Skipping all the techniques, the sword attack, which devoted everything to one destructive force, headed for the target. Kaka Kaka Cak! The de cut through the huge jewel. but. shallow Even though it was loaded with magic power, there was not a single small scratch on the surface of the jewel. again again! Jinhyeok swung his sword repeatedly. A purple trajectory was drawn in a dizzying fashion, striking jewels in session. Kwaaang! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! There was a shockwave that couldnt be thought of as a soft sword. It would not be an exaggeration to say that a blow was a meteor striking. However, no matter how many times I tried, the result did not change. It didnt take long to realize that there was no way out this way. Id rather be like this I worried, but the decision was quick. Jinhyeok took out the Brahhams ring. Pants! long bond. Magic and magic were connected as one. Chapter 654 Chapter 654. Decisive battle (4) Ugh! Firm trust initiated by contract. A bond formed through sharing numerous experiences continued. [Universal Share C The String of Destiny is activated!] Now that I have lost my magic power and the power of the coronation ceremony, I cannot destroy this jewel. but. Alice, who has reached the pinnacle of her prime, might be able to prate that hard surface. He bet everything on the odds and won. Parts! Pachichik! A special skill that is only activated when trust in each other reaches the maximum. Its a position exchange. In an instant, Jinhyuks vision turned ck. Vomiting welled up from the dizziness that shook his whole body, but he endured it by clenching his teeth. How many seconds had passed like that? When I opened my eyes, the scene in front of me waspletely different. ? How did you get here? There was Unknown, gasping for breath. His mask trembled as if he couldnt believe what he was seeing. Looks like he was being beaten badly by Alice. Im sorry, but he had some business over there, so he was gone for a while. Everything is shared. okay. It was like that. Unknown muttered as if he finally understood the situation. They intend to destroy Azathoths pce by using Elise, who is enjoying her prime. Certainly, if it was the terrifying skills he showed just a moment ago, there would be no possibility at all. but. The idea wasnt bad, but it was toote. Cuckoo Cuckoo! The appearance of the pce was now noticeably clearer. At the point where even the detailed runes and ancientnguages were imprinted, it would be difficult for even an Elise to destroy the jewel. Until you break thest shackles in the north. no. For Elise, a slight scratch on the outer jewel is enough. ha ha ha! You seem to have very high expectations of your colleagues on the outside. Not even knowing what is going on right now. Are you kidding me again? Whoops. well. Thats something you can slowly checkter. Rather, focus on fighting with me. I was about to find it difficult to hang out with Jinjo. Unknown regained hisposure. That look is oddly nerve-wracking. It was to say that the attack on this side waspletely finished. Great. Its something to live for a long time. Its been a long time since Ive seen a kid talk to me that way in this tower. This is why the Tower of Trials is fun. Jinhyuk slightly twisted his wrist. Then, the in clothes sword he was holding wriggled as if it were alive. Chow! The de aimed at Unknowns face at once. I was about to wonder what kind of face was in there. However, before it even touched the surface of the mask, Unknowns model disappeared in a blur. Hyeonghwan Lee. The martial arts of Moorim, which can be used only when they reach the state of Hwagyeong, unfolded. Unknown, who immediately caught up with Jinhyeok, counterattacked. Didnt I tell you that pattern identification is already over? Another in-clothed sword aimed at Jinhyeoks heart. Puffer Puck! The de pierced his back and came out the other side. But there was not a single drop of blood that was supposed to spurt out like a fountain. Blink? Unknown quickly widened the distance. It is a mobile skill that is simr to Moorims Yihyeonghwanwi, but the implementation method ispletely different. Are you sure the pattern is too obvious? Were you nning to catch me with just one mix of paint? I cant believe it. Even without saying that, we have a lot in store for you. Lets make it right. Cuckoo Cuckoo! A purple haze flowed from Unknowns body. The powerpletely absorbed in the body is about to be activated in earnest. In particr, since there was no need to waste magic while fighting Ellis, he could only focus all his energy on Jinhyeok. A short silence followed. The number of all cases was calcted in my head so that I could grasp the distance and fight at a slightly more advantageous height. And the moment when I thought that each others odds were over half. The two in clothes swords drew different trajectories. Kaka Kaka Kakang! A fierce battle ensued. de and de howled bitterly to bite each other. cier Formation, Initial me, High-Speed Sword. Various abilities created variables whenever abilities were pulled from the library. First of all, I have to block the movement with a wide area. To stop that annoying movement, I have to use a bigger skill. Jinhyeok created a huge swamp. In response, Unknown summoned a fireball that contained the power of the sun. 8 swamps and re eclipses collided, poison and fire consumed all the air around them. Cheeik! A thick cloud of smoke billowed out. No matter how much he is holding out with a shield, if he dys in the middle of this ce, his body will melt as it is. When the short magic battle was over, a desperate hand-to-hand battle continued this time. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! The entire air was dyed with ck and red magic. The purple mes scattered in a mess, and Jinhyeok and Unknown moved quickly between them. ha ha ha! It seems that the effect of that proud coronation is almost over now? Unknowns mask opened and a bizarre light burst out. Its not a bitch. The ck mask stretches like mud. Bite your tongue and then. Jinhyeok crossed the first de on both sides. and rotated roughly clockwise. [Kang Jin-hyuk activates Blood Death C Blood Arturas!] Kie-ee! The red snake opened its mouth. Its long jaw opened wide enough to swallow a person whole. at the same time. [Unknown activates ck Death C ck Drayden!] Koooooo! A snake bared its ck fangs and ran from the side. Pupper puffer puck! A snake and a snake shed. The snakes with fangs erected frantically scoured the ground looking for gaps. In addition, the essence of individual jobs that can maximize each ability was added. [Twelve Zodiac Signs (Sʮm) C Constetion Banquet is activated!] The 12 constetions painted the sky ck with a showdown. As the dazzling starlight entwined the snakes, the spirit of the vicious snakes increased several times. Sword strikes and sword strikes. Snakes and snakes ran amok everywhere. Every single stroke was more than enough to take the life of an opponent. how long has it been like that? The sum of the two easily exceeded triple digits. However, the moment to strike the decisive blow did note. It was the Unknown who ran out of patience first. Realizing that he could not break the tight bnce, Unknown exploded in anger. What the hell what is it! Whats the problem! It is iprehensible. Clearly, everything is up here. Needless to say, basic stats, as well as the number of stored skills and abilities, were overwhelming. Above all, based on a lot of information and data, I was familiar with the patterns that fit each situation, so I couldnt lose in 1:1. Besides, unlike Alice, that guy doesnt even have the old armament properly There is no pistol he used as a weapon. Even if he obtained a in sword by transforming the first de, which is a purple grade, it is nothingpared to the past when he finished strengthening with an enhancement stone. okay. Even daring to calcte the power difference should be meaningless to be normal You bastard! What have you done! Unknown shouted. Instead of answering, Jinhyeok more urately offset Unknowns attack. Caang! The ck snake, which had lost its power, lowered its head. It must be embarrassing. The speed and power are obviously not as good as before. Its a natural story. At that time, it was equipped with a much higher level and armament. Compared to the days of the strongest, there must be somethingcking now. but. Just one thing. There are things that are better than when they were in their prime. right experience. The experience of climbing the tower of past trials was added to the experience so far, and the sophistication and proficiency of the technology had risen to an iparable level. It is said that it is equipped with abat sense to the extent that it can keep up with theck of strength and stats. Awesome! Finally, a red line appeared on Unknowns body. Because of the sharp cut, the pain was only felt after a few seconds. Aagh! Unknown threw away the dagger as a result thatpletely shattered his expectations. kill. kill. I will kill you! Then, he gathered all the remaining mana and reduced it to a single light. [Unique Singer Ed for Astra is activated!] A new ability thatbines the abilities obtained from the ancient existence and the operator. The light of the one-hit kill, which had power iparable to that of the dragons breath or the gods unique spear, flickered. e. Seeing Jinhyeoks absurd mana condensed, he felt that the end was near. At the same time, I calmed my rapidly beating heart that the opportunity I had been waiting for had arrived. [Copy condition: Breaking the limits. In order to copy the ability of Unknown, who has extraordinary powers, you must use an ability that did not exist before and then eliminate the opponent.] The most troublesome enemy I have encountered so far. In order to copy Unknowns ability, he endured and endured until now. Following Bellus, if you can obtain this as well, you will be rewarded for all your hardships. I just need to pass this. [Trait One Eyes Moon is activated!] Jinhyeok took out the ability he copied from Gross. * * * Good. Worth a try. As expected, thebination of Kang Jin-hyeok and Goin In-mul Corporation is strong. More than expected. The senior managers who were watching the screen swallowed dry saliva. A n to stop Azathoths pce by making Elises heyday and mobilizing her colleagues outside. Even the process of optimizing the build-up by changing the location through universal sharing. everything was just perfect. Even seeing that Beriel and Egypt fully trusted Jin-hyeok and did not betray him, he was convinced that even the back of his head could be recovered. Hmm The man sitting in the chair tapped the stretching table with his finger. You seem anxious. Rick took a sip of coffee and asked a question. It was a casual statement, but it was a remark that could be very dangerous in a sensitive situation. Do you see that? It is said that seeing the rapid repetition of the same behavior usually expresses an anxious psychological state. Whoops. Mr. Rick is still bitter. I understand to some extent what you think. Because the n I prepared doesnt seem to work. I am actually doing that. Rick tapped and shot again. The man still shrugged as if it didnt matter. I am looking at Daeguk a little bigger. It is not important to win or lose a single battle, but how important it is to make a fun game and end the overall war with victory. The man tapped his fingers this time, taking a moment. damn OK. The mirror split in half, revealing apletely different scene from this ce. The ce seen through the mirror was neither where Jinhyeok was nor where the coalition was fighting. A third cepletely away from battle. There, something was unfolding that would lead to a huge change in the tower. Chapter 655 Chapter 655. Decisive battle (5) Eden, the sanctuary of light and divinity. The beautiful city, firmly established in the upper reaches, was slowly losing its luster due to a long civil war. It is because the angels who were one were divided into Uriel and Gabriel and repeatedly fought fierce battles to upy Eden. However, Uriels radical faction, which upied the mainstream, began to be pushed back as time went on. Of course, it was the opposite of everyones expectation that they would win overwhelmingly. Thats right. As Jinhyeok and the Goinmul Corporation were active, the moderate faction led by Gabriel rapidly gained ground. As those who noticed in the middle joined Gabriel one after another, the existing bnce quickly copsed. A truly stunning twist. It didnt seem like it would be long before Eden came together. By the way Kreureu Keuoooo! That sweet hope burned just before it came to fruition. Facing the sanctuary of Eden, a huge number of armies appeared. To the south Enemies areing along the southern sky! The angels guarding the wall shouted at their throats. His pale face was filled with despair that he had never seen before. unintentional attack. Its not the nemesis Demon Realm that divides the same floor. A much more powerful and mysterious race than that. The strongest lineage that dominates the 46th floor of the Tower of Trials. They were dragons. And among them, there was a being with a different ss among dragons. It was an ancient dragon with a so-called title that could threaten even the most ancient beings. Kill all but Uriel and the angels who follow him. No surrender is epted. The ck dragon, who had lost one eye, gave the order. [Heavy armored dragon Add-on activates Wings Calling Dragons!] [The morale and basic stats of all dragons who listen to the ancient dragonsmand increase by 20%!] Ugh! When the dragons absolute power was activated, a huge roar resonated along the long wire. An ancient dragon that has lived for tens of thousands of years and the dragons that follow him. Incarnations of cmity of different colors began attacking Eden. Stop it! The situation in which Gabriel is absent. The desperate Mercury of the angels to protect Eden followed. Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! Pupperpuppung! The dragons breath exploded. Shields spread across the sanctuary burst into mes. Cuckoo Cuckoo! The earths axis shakes. Unable to withstand the terrifying shock, the angels poured blood from their mouths and noses. Until Michaeles until the other archangels manifest! Respond while shooting the torch! The celestial angels prepare to nk the dragons! Eachmander encouraged the soldiers. It was true that dragons were a tough enemy to deal with, but these are the elite soldiers who have fought against the Demon World for eons of time. It is said that he has the guts and experience to fight without fear, no matter how powerful he is. And if only I could turn off the time The archangels areing. At least within the Sanctuary of Eden, the archangels who are considered invincible wont be pushed back even by dragons. Moreover, as a single weapon, it was a fight worthy of a try as he was able to use the Longinus Spear, which was considered one of the strongest. Its still too early to give up. Above all, there was a part where the dragons breath did not have enough firepower to break the shield. I havent been active outside for a long time Maybe my strength has weakened. Maybe their notoriety is overrated. Or maybe we got too strong. Confidence surged and morale quickly recovered. Just when I thought so. [Coordinates fixed Hell Fire Rampage is activated!] Wide-area magicposed of 10 circles of dragon magic was unfolded. The goal is the entire sanctuary. While the output of the shield was concentrated in the front, I aimed for the rtively empty upper part. As if to say that the breath attack had been a decoy until now, a different ss of mana gathered. ck clouds hung over the always blue and beautiful sky of Eden, and something dark red slowly appeared through the clouds. [Heavy Armored Dragon Add-on activates Crushing Meteorite!] An absurd meteorite that is several kilometers in diameter. Oh my God. My God Even the four-wingedmanders were just watching in a daze. I dont even dare to think of stopping it. I couldnt even figure out how to run away from that wide range of misfortune. It is over. A rain of fire began to fall. Just as Sodom and Gomorrah disappeared overnight in the Bible. Eden was also ced in a situation that would meet the same fate. moment of despair. A blue status window appeared in front of the angels. [System operation is triggered!] [The defense barrier Infinity Dome is activated!] A translucent wall resembling a tortoises shell was created along the sky. An eagle owl with one arm missing. And it was 2 chickens. I will not let you rule this world as you please. The specter of the tower. Tonight is chicken! You stupid lizards! Two operators joined Eden. [The Eagle Owl activates its unique ability Animal Park!] [The Giant Eagle is summoned!] Beep! Beep! Huge eagles up to 10m flew in flocks. *** [Unique Singer Ed for Astra is activated!] A sh towards the stars. By reconstructing mana in molecr units, it creates a ray of light that crosses the universe. The ancient blow that even manipted the system was directed at Jinhyeok. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! A white sh of light crossed the space. You dont have to check it with the eye of gluttony to know. That that attack could not be counteracted by something ordinary. Youd better avoid it. Oh, of course, if you dodge, all of your preciousrades in the back will die. Mad madness poured out of Unknowns wide-open mouth. That statement is not bluffing. Except for Alice, it would be difficult for the rest to survive. The light that flew in that much was unusual. [Trait One Eye Door is activated!] The space was torn apart, and a huge one-eyed appeared behind Jinhyeoks back. It is the ability to shootsers that burn everything in sight, as well as mind-type attacks. but. Skills like Gross are not enough. If the other side risked everything Because this side had to risk everything too. Huh Jinhyeok calmed down. I closed my eyes and gathered all the mana that was spreading in every corner of my cell with both hands. Different types of sparks formed on the left and right hands. [Unique Singer Chrono Spear is activated!] [All-inclusive Blood Eclipse is activated!] Pachichik! parts. Alices ability to make full use of it. It is a skill from the past when he climbed the tower as a Ranger. Gooooh! ck light emanated from Grosss eyes. At the same time, red lines and blue bullets were fired. The three abilities merged into one, entwining each others light. In less than a second, light and light collided at one point. Aaaaaaaang! What followed was a great explosion. Everything around him turned to ashes in an instant and disappeared. The sessive sonic booms and shockwaves spread out one after another. Wooddeuk! Awesome! Joints twist and bones scream. Thin tears of blood flowed from Jinhyuks eyes. Havent you been working hard all this time? You give up. It will be easier if you give up. Unknowns voice lingered in my ears. The pressure that seemed like it would blow away my reason at any moment pressed down on my whole body. The concentration that had been polished to the limit has all faded at this moment. but. Dont mess around The level of the tower that can only be exined with an absurd level of difficulty. He overcame all the impossible trials and climbed to the top. To the extent that I would kneel down and knock you down just for you. The years umted so far are not light. Jinhyeok bit his mrs and took a step forward. Unknown also moved forward without trying to fix the broken mask. Whoaaaa! Kuaaa! With a shout, the output of the ability reached its peak. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! Everything was dyed white. * Chi profit! The storm that had been raging for a while disappeared like a lie. The noise that seemed to tear the eardrums had long since disappeared. The result is a whistle. Light and light shattered and disappeared. The very small broken fragments radiated a beautiful glow and fell to the ground one by one. Its as tough as an iron tendon. ha. I cant die easily. I thought I knew you better than anyone, but Im tired of dealing with you as an enemy. Im sick of it. Unknown muttered with sincerity. [Unknown opens the Subspace Inventory!] What he took out was a revolver. It was quite simr to the one Jinhyeok used in the past. I didnt want to use even this because of my pride but I cant help it. I also have a lot of strength. Do it in the most confident and easiest way. Making that decision, Unknown raised the muzzle of his gun. But at that moment. Jinhyeoks new model has disappeared. ? Unknown recognized Jinhyeoks absence half a beatte. Instinctively, the inclothes sword and pistol moved together. chump chump chump! scary but slow Its power was noticeably inferior to its speed. The aftermath of the moment ago, which even reced the life force, is returning many times over. Taang! Tata Tata Tang! Fire shot from the muzzle of the revolver. The bullet cut through the air without hitting its target. Jinhyeok, who used the half-slowed Heavenly Demon, strangely twisted Unknowns breathing. lets beat Or, they dug in half a beat fast and slow, gradually narrowing the distance. Paint once. Twice and three times. No, it unfolded one after another to the point that counting in numbers was meaningless. Every time Unknowns de cut through the air, his mind became more and more confused. I dont know what is. I cant tell which ones are real and which ones are fake. Azathos the pce. How about the pce If you attack with a spirit type, you will still be able to shake Jinhyeok. Unknown anxiously waited for the pce of Azathoth to fully manifest. but. [Due to the Ring of the Frost Spirit, the resistance to mental types is increased to the maximum level!] Jinhyeok stood in front of Unknown without losing his reason. Now the distance between the two was less than 1 m. The distance that the final blow cane and go. Jinhyeok opened his mouth for thest time. I told you. Alice exceeds your expectations. In addition, Beriel and Egypt, who moved from the outside, also seeded in breaking through the defense line of the world and nicking the jewel. [The Pce of Azathoth stops manifesting.] Everything is over. The First de pierced Unknowns heart. Puffer Puck! Red blood gushed out like a fountain from the de protruding from the other side. Such threada book haha. No matter how much I lost most of my memories and powers, I never imagined that I would lose to you. I guess this is why the Tower of Trials is fun. Unknown spewed out a will that was not a will. But dont worry too much. The enemy that awaits you will struggle even if you give everything you have. Im anticipating how annoying the other person will be. Whoops. well. Indeed I wonder if that is so. Unknown said something iprehensible. It also staggered for a moment, losing its bnce and falling. Tring! Tring! Tring! [Level up] [Relic] The notification window announcing the level up and reward covered my eyes, but the important thing right now wasnt the reward. One of the most curious secrets ever. Finally, the time to figure out Unknowns identity hase. bluntly Jinhyeok took off Unknowns mask. however. what? An earthquake urred in Jinhyeoks pupils. So far, we have considered various possibilities about Unknown and the mans identity, and havee to some conclusions. But when I look at the face behind the mask, I realize that all the assumptions Ive made so far have been scraps of toilet paper. Chapter 656 Chapter 656. The end of the war, and daily life (1) Tuk The mask rolled down. There was an all-too-familiar face in it. your own face. [The impossible achievement Defeat your past self has been achieved!] [The final reward for those who conquered the tower for the first time will be settled!] [] Status windows were appearing one after another, but I still couldnt see them properly. did not Confusing. My head feels like its going to explode. Naturally, he thought that the existence called that man was his data from climbing the 50th floor in the past. Because there is so much evidence to infer. But that man is not his past data. The person lying in front of you right now is the data of the person who conquered the 50th floor. That man: I who conquered the 50th floor of the Tower of Trials in the past. Unknown: An alter ego created by me in the past. This is the moment when the assumption of has be a piece of paper. Then what the hell is the identity of the person called that man? A third party unknown to you? Thats why you know so much about this tower, right? Even as a yer. But even as a resident, it didnt make sense. It was because anyone who hadnt been to the top of the tower at least couldnt exin the mans actions so far. Im really dizzy. Jinhyeokughed involuntarily. I felt like my calctions hadpletely copsed, but I didnt have time to think aboutplicated things right now. The long fight is over and the enemys chief has fallen. From now on, you should focus on minimizing damage to allies and driving out the remnants of the enemy. And it starts from announcing Unknowns death. [yer Kang Jin-hyeok uses arge loudspeaker!] [The current screen is broadcast to the outside.] My name is Kang Jin-hyuk. He is the leader leading the Goinmul Corporation. Jinhyeok opened his mouth to everyone. ? ? ? Previous. The operator and the ancient beings who had lost their center of gravity had no choice but to retreat. The three knights of the Book of Revtion and the Shade Reaper were defeated by Cheon Yoo-seong. Cheonse also had to return to the ce they came from without achieving their purpose. The big battles are over, and all wars are finally over. and present. On the top floor of Olympus, Jinhyeok and Cronus were alone. Partial regression The ancient god of time stroked his chin. Certainly, if you use your own pocket watch, it is not impossible to return some time and space. However, what Jinhyuk is asking for now is not simply turning back a short period of time, but about a weeks time. It also wanted to target an incrediblyrge space. Too many people have died. A world that has be a mess due to the covenant and ancient beings. It is not an exaggeration to say that more than 90% of the poption of more than 7 billion has disappeared. Most of the remaining humans either abandoned their humanity or suffered serious injuries, so it should be said that mankind has entered a post-apocalyptic world. I understand, but its too much for me. Perhaps no gods can do what you want. I know. So I want to help a little bit. Jinhyeok took out an old cogwheel from subspace. It was one of the many items obtained after dealing with Unknown. [Special item Double Cross Line x 2] Difficulty to obtain: Limited to first conquerors of the Tower of Trials. Description: A special item that has the power to distort history. When used by a person with abilities rted to time and memory, it can increase ones abilities by 1500%. However, once this item is used, it cannot be reused forever. [Spring of Oblivion] Difficulty to obtain: Impossible to measure Description: Enables rge-scale memory maniption for all yers around the world and the general public outside the tower. The duration of the Distorted Memory depends on the level ofpletion of the Fountain of Oblivion (currentpletion level is 7% ) . I was thinking of using it to get a definite advantage in a little more dramatic situation. but. This incidentpletely changed my existing thoughts. [System operation changes some of the item settings.] [yer Kang Jin-hyeok and Goin-in Corporations achievements are included in the memory maniption range. In addition, 127 detailed memory maniptions were selected.] [The memory of a specific person is not damaged.] The perfection of the fountain of oblivion was raised to the maximum using system maniption and double cross lines. revive mankind. After rebuilding the devastated civilization I will erase everyones memories. The memories of everyone except for a few whom he cherishes. Why are you doing this? If they knew that they hade back to life, would all mankind be grateful to you? Cronus tilted his head. Even though he was deceived by the false being called Unknown, he saved people. If so, the value of Jin-hyeok will rise iparably with gratitude and guilt. The great narrative of human salvation. You will be honored as a hero forever. but. no. Jinhyuk shook his head quietly. I tried for people, but the price was criticism and reprimand. Trampling on those who were benefactors for their own survival, revealing their ugly nature. Of course, there were some who did not, but most of them turned their backs on the deceased corporation at the moment of crisis. You felt the inmmation. yes. Besides, considering the fight ahead, its good that not many people know me. There is a high probability that the primeval beings will again take people hostage or use them as leverage to pull me out. Well, that is true. Those proud guys are going to attack you with all their might because of their pride. I am prepared for that part as well. Now, the final stage is approaching. Regardless of whether I like it or not, I have no choice but to face them properly. There are a lot of things to prepare, but I have already made enough time. i get it. If thats what you mean I think this would be possible if the items help. [Chronos activates the special holy relic pocket watch of time!] The giant clockwork quickly turned. Moment. My vision blurred with a strange sensation. Even if people forget you. I we will remember you. With the words of Cronus, the space of the world has partially regressed. ? ? ? Half a year has passed since the covenant. [Currently, the temperature in Seoul will be very sunny at 24 degrees, and there will be a slight temperature difference between day and night] [A ranker from a famous overseas guild was caught drinking on Olympic Road early in the morning yesterday] [Tower of Trials 39 While the floor attack is in full swing, we expect meaningful results from this 5thrge-scale raid.] Several breaking news streamed out from therge disy board. The past, when humanity almost disappeared, is gone. In that ce, there was an apocalypse that was quite threatening The false truth of the degree was oveid. New heroes have appeared. New guilds colluded with the forces inside the tower to grow their strength. In a short period of time, quite dramatic changes have taken ce. and present. On the first floor of the Shi Hotel, the deceased person corporation was gathered in one ce. Its peaceful. This world is. Elise sipped tea while wearing an elegant dress. Are you going down your throat now? Jinhyuk let out a long sigh. I couldnt help but feel dizzy. No matter how hot this ce is on Instagram, it was natural to stand out if you dressed like an aristocrat in medieval Europe. A white dress with longce and a parasol worn indoors out of nowhere. There are also gorgeous jewels. It was not a normal look for anyone to see. Oh, look at that. At least one drama shoot. Are they celebrities from abroad? They are very pretty. People whispered and looked this way. Still, its nice to see all the members gather like this after a long time. Is it the first time that all the members have gathered since the war? Likewise, Teresa, who was wearing a light blue dress, smiled brightly. The attention was focused on this one as well. Because everyone was so busy. Chun Yoo-seong added a word. Come to think of it, this guy was still a college student. In the midst of beating and kicking all day, I even took the hard core ss I thought this guy might be a real monster. Still, thanks to hyung, everyone is living their daily lives Its a bit unfortunate that no one knows about it. Well, its a decision made by my brother. Im assuming there must be a reason Lee Tae-min and Yoo Yeon-hwa, who were sitting at the table across from them, also shrugged. Im sure everyone is fine. Im the only one who went bankrupt. Hahaha. I spend over 100 million won per month on rent,bor, taxes, and maintenance There are zero new subscribers! Yesterday, the moneylender in the building next door said he felt sorry for me and bought me food? This is it. Does that make sense? Yes? Kaak Tue. A filthy capitalist world. The ck Crow Guild has virtually copsed since Jinhyeoks name disappeared. Only Kim Hee-woong, the president of the pants who led it, gulped down soju instead of tea. The staff told me not to drink here, but I couldnt hear that. Im sorry for those guests, but Id appreciate it if you could lower your voice a little bit. Its a nuisance to other guests. Its an honor for ordinary people just to be in the same space as Jim. Rather, tell Jim to ept the inconvenience and be grateful for hanging out with lowly people. Yes? The manager rolled his eyes . It floated in a circle, making an expression that made it hard to believe that he had heard it correctly. Ha, but Customers, etiquette and rules in the hotel are Rules? Is that a standard for the owner of this hotel? Alices eyebrows curled in reverse. When the manager became a mute, Alice took it as an affirmation. The subspace was opened and various treasures spilled out. Thanks to someone erasing his memory, even Jims various department store vvvvvip privileges disappeared. But, it doesnt matter. That kind of thing was insignificant in the face of my power. If the privilege is gone, just buy it. No one canpete with money in front of Alice, who has already recovered her treasury. If the past could copse the countrys intion, . Now it has be a disaster that can shake the world economy. Mr. Ellis. It doesnt work that way, but if you want to be the owner of a hotel, you have to buy a stake in it. Teresa began studying modern economics. How do you mean it? Stupid saint. Ba, not stupid! Anyway, after downloading the stock app on your cell phone, insert the money Hoo. After that? If you press the buy button and start collecting stocks, you can be the owner of thispany. Is it okay to buy all the things piled up in this order book or something? Thats it. Buy cheap and sell expensive. Thats the basic principle of stocks. Thats interesting. However, they do not know the same thing as buying cheaply and selling expensively. Ill just buy everything at the highest price. Thats a great idea, Ellis and Teresa squealed as they were beaten. It tells you something really good . It will lightly cross the unit. Now, things were about to happen that could change the KOSPI index tomorrow morning. But just then. I liked it because it was a ce where educated people gathered but strange things ruined the atmosphere. Thats right. Talking nonsense that cant even be fake jewels. Thats right, maam. A sharp response erupted from the other side. Chapter 657 Chapter 657. The end of the war, and daily life (2) Manager. From now on, run this ce as a membership. Select and ept people. A middle-aged woman who exudes a ssy atmosphere at first nce spoke in amanding tone. It must be your first time here. Well, if I knew, I wouldnt have done that. The bodyguards standing behind her also added word by word as if they agreed with her words. All of them are people who know how to handle magic. No, to be precise, among the yers, he belonged to the axis that handles magic quite well. That woman seems to be one of those people who talk a lottely about nobles and whatnot. so-called nobility. Those who knew how to properly use the huge treasure trove of the Tower of Trials soon created a new ss. Beyond the 2nd and 3rd generation chaebols, they have risen to a new position where not even the government or even the guild can touch them. A monopoly on magic stones and colored holy relics that can only be obtained in the tower. Based on that, by making a close agreement with the residents in the tower, he was able to acquire tremendous wealth and honorary power. In the name of saving humanity, he also secured a position higher than a diplomat from the government. It is said that a fox sets a te in a den where there is no tiger. It was just like that now. Did you hear me? The woman pressed again. Then the manager bent his back at 90 degrees and was embarrassed. Yes, maam. I will warn the guests. At the same time, dont let petse in. Are you letting that ck mongrel in without knowing what kind of disease it might have? Mosquito? Mosquito! The sweet potato that ate the magic stone at Jinhyeoks feet revealed its teeth. I dont know anything else, but I couldnt stand the expression of a strange mutt. Jinhyeok tried to calm down the sweet potato that was pping in his arms. Perhaps those who knew Alice von Ataraxia before their memories were manipted wouldnt have said such a thing. The Yeongdeungpo reincarnation episode was a story that was talked about for a long time even among chaebol. Some of the pirs there belonged to Alice. The image of Alice, who swept away everything she touched, iming it was the hand of God, became famous on social media for a while. But thats a thing of the past. Now that the girls in cosy are taking over thepany or whatever From the point of view of watching, of course its absurd. Theresa of the Rosenberg family had a chance to know, but the other party didnt seem to recognize Theresa exactly. Well, normally, in a situation like this, I would apologize moderately and back off. The problem was that none of that mattered to Ellis. The lofty, pure-blooded ancestor who always considers himself the order andw of the world. Thats why, to Ellis, anything that bothered her was always nothing more than an object she had to get rid of. It is said that the title of high-nosed queen was not given to her for nothing. In particr, since half a year of antipathy toward newly emerging aristocrats and whatnot had reached its peak, the little patience left was gone in one shot. flinch Magic was about to form at the tip of Elises hand. hey! Jinhyuk hurriedly shouted. One mistake made a hotel disappear from the map of Seoul. I dare you Ophelia, a former member of the Decassus, bared her fangs. Tsk tsk. He must have gone mad because he wanted to die. Even if I touched him, why would he quarrel with you? Chuckling. Everyone is like that at first. Didnt we fight the boss at the museum too? Lee Yu-ri and Min Jeong-woo clicked their tongues as they watched the moth jump into the fire. Its fortunate. My memory hasnt been erased. If it wasnt for that, wouldnt I have done something like that without even knowing it? I agree. Mine Associations Melena and Tristan also swept their hearts. Everyone knew how terrifying Jinhyeok and his members were in their bones. Right then. The new members drew their swords in ce of Ellis. Hyung. Can I kill these guys? They look like bad guys? Yeah. Its a face that can be cut into small pieces. Especially, I think thatdy would be prettier without a nose and ears. pleasure killer. Casey and Jude Law asked Jinhyeok with innocent faces. In his hand was a knife used for cutting meat. Are these little kids crazy? Where are the kids in the middle of talking about adults? The bodyguards immediately released their magical powers. As befits an A-ss skilled person, his magical powers quickly became tangible. however. uh? I didnt even blink, but the girl in front of me disappeared. Poo-wook. A little over 0.1 cm. Something sharp pierced his zer and reached his flesh. A single drop of blood flowed. Casey smiled and looked up. Eyes soaked in madness stared at the man. Its a distance close enough to breathe. The girls sweet voice whispered in my ear. Mister. What does your inside look like? Is it red like everyone else? Or is it a different color? I searched hard to see if anyone had a different color. But so far, all of them were only red . Pooh ! My brother said you can kill bad people. Be patient. If you see blood here, its hard to clean up. There are too many witnesses. Then what if we kill them all? Yeah. If there were no witnesses, they said it was a secret room murder! Or you can break it up into pieces so it cant be identified. Isnt it ? Jude Law also cheerfully helped. The bodyguards face turned white at the bloody conversation . Save me! In the end , unable to ovee the feeling of fear , he sat down and urinated on the spot. Kuh! These are The rest of the bodyguards tried to get their weapons out of the subspace. The meteor moved like lightning. When the sword song was activated, the weapons half revealed in the subspace were cut off. [The special effect of the holy relic u Ss, Strengthening the Weak is activated! ] [You can destroy items of a lower grade than yourself.] What , what? If I use my ability Chun Yoo-seongs voice, cold as ice, resounded. I will kill you. This is not a threat. It wasnt even a warning. It was just inly telling the truth. Kuku-kuk-kuku! An enormous amount of pressure weighed down the entire first floor of the hotel. Those who were overwhelmed by the force of the swordsman couldnt even lift a finger. The only thing that didnt break was a middle-aged man with a good atmosphere. It was a woman. You know who I am and you do this? You dont seem to know this very well, but if you knew who I was, you wouldnt have even thought of doing something like this you idiots! Seeing her face flushed red, she must have been very angry. In the past, there were no small pikes that would attack without fear. Its inconvenient that I lost my memory. Jinhyeokughed, feeling a new feeling. It was irritating to see those new aristocrats behaving badly, but there were also useful things in their own way. As well as arranging the stairs of the small tower. The same is true of gathering magic stones and useful items in one ce. Treasures and information stored by sweating profusely like ants. As for this side, you just have to wait for it to ripen to taste, and when the right time arrives, just swallow it all at once. This means that you can save yourself the trouble of searching every nook and cranny of the tower. If only Ajumma had known who we were she would have opened her mouth and studied every single word she spat out. Jinhyeok left the hotel leaving the woman staring at him to death. In the meantime, I rested enough and made ns for the future work. Now is the time to move towards this next step. * * * The 26th floor of the Tower of Trials. Allied members gathered one by one afterpleting the restoration of each floor that had been devastated due to the covenant. Youre here. Its been a while. Has anything happened in the meantime? Thanks for your concern, I was fine. sses and races have different ranks. However, as they struggled risking their lives for one purpose, they were connected with a deep bond. Thanks to you, we were able to ovee a great crisis. Our entire tribe was able to survive. Caracal of the Frostde tribe bowed his head to Jinhyeok. We are also honored to be able to fight on the same side as you. The empires grand sword masters, Abraham and Pesis, also set their example towards Jinhyeok. Ha ha ha! Even Confucius Yuseong suffered. Dark Hwang, Chu Hon Sa-yeong, and those from the political faction were also visible. Is the Heavenly Demon all right? Ummm. The Most High suffered severe internal injuries in thest fight. Although he has recovered a lot, hes still not good enough to do outdoor activities. The Heavenly Demon, who did one-on-one with Tulcha, was overpowered. Since he faced the primeval being alone, of course there would be an aftermath. In addition, the gods of Olympus, Northern Europe, Egypt, and other various powers gathered. Its been a long time since I went to another floor as a friendship. For some reason, its a little bit suspicious that that person who is like a sleeping baby paid for the stairway transfer Lets not think too badly. Anyway, we fought so hard, can we just tell them to eat it? Each of the gods said a word, not seeing Jinhyeok smiling strangely, One vetwo vesthree ves. Rental fee, floor transfer fee, other food and beverage,bor cost, value-added tax, etc. Various expenses written in 0.01mm were written on the invitation letter . Since I made , there will be quite interesting situations in the future. Of course, situations that are only fun for me. But then, right there. A strange yet nostalgic voice resounded. The precious viewer who shared the joys and sorrows of climbing the tower of trials together. It was the eagle owl. Its been a while. The eagle owl greeted with one arm. Chapter 658 Chapter 658. 30th floor of the Tower of Trials, Yotleam Gorge (1) Eagle owl and 2 chickens per person. They are viewers who have climbed the tower of trials together for a long time. Im sorry about what happened at Signiel. We also have a choice Ha ha. no. In the end, its not what we choose. Its embarrassing to make excuses for nothing. sorry. The two chickens tousled their heads and lowered their heads. It seems that what he did was embarrassing. Still, I heard that the ancient dragon Addon and the dragons were of great help when they invaded Eden. The eagle owl was also able to get out of the gap thanks to the 2 chickens. its okay. If you stumble over the past, there is no end. Besides, we desperately need the help of each and every one of you to prepare for what lies ahead. Thank you for saying that. I will do my best to help you in the future. Our Jinhyeok has grown a lot. When it was a game, I remember how the traitor would riot and take over his limbs like a Lego head. When did this nobleman tell a story Thats when youre hot-blooded and immature. More than that, is there still no way to dig into the Eden side? Jinhyeok quickly changed the topic. In thest war, most areas were won, but only one. In Eden, ancient dragons and dragons won the victory. In the face of overwhelming firepower, the eagle owls limit was to give the angels time to escape. In the end, Eden fell into their hands and became a kind of huge fortress against invaders. It seems that the dragons and Uriel havepletely blocked all routes. The reinforcement of troops has also been greatly increased. It is no exaggeration to say that the castle has be impregnable due to the six months of repairs. It must be tricky. The ancient dragons and the hostile angels of Eden are also homework that must be sorted out. But right now, its urgent to go to Yotleam Gorge with Pesis and Cheon Yoo-seong. After securing key clues about the Necronomicon from there, the order was to recapture Eden that was upied by dragons. Above all, didnt he deliberately wait half a year to secure the Dragon Lords election ceremony and the Crown of Valor? It was within the expected range that the enemys defenses would be strengthened. Keep an eye on trends. In particr, if you have any information about that man, please collect as much as possible. Okay. The Great Horned Owl nodded. Operators were also moving quickly and gathering clues. In order to find out thest enemy whose identity has not yet been identified at all. good. It seems like everything has been decided Lets move. Jinhyeok returned to attacking the tower after a hiatus of half a year. * * * Aaaagh! Quaang! bang! bang! Furniture, expensive pottery and ornaments seen around were smashed randomly. Panting breath and a red-hot nape. A feeling of shame that he had never experienced before in his life swallowed up his whole body. . .. The bodyguards in suits standing next to them bowed their heads, unable to breathe properly. How can you breathe? If I added even the slightest ember to the mood of the opponent in front of me, he would turn into a corpse and roll around in the magic crystal refinery or in the container where the holy relic is kept? The second daughter of Daegwang Group, which has 12 subsidiaries. Seo Jeong-hee. As a member of the emerging aristocracy who grabbed all of the wealth, honor, and power, he was in a position that was out of the ordinary in modern times. It means that you can confidently get a verdict of not guilty even if you kill people with stupid words. however. Just yesterday at the Shi Hotel, I suffered humiliation because of people I hadnt even heard of. Those children. Did you find out what they are doing? Seo Jeong-hee, who had lost her temper for a long time, asked. Then, a cold-looking man wearing horn-rimmed sses answered. My name is Kang Jin-hyeok. There are records of amateur martial arts activities and BJ activities, but there was nothing particrly noteworthy besides that. under. Did such a lowly person with no foundation touch me? dare me Its ridiculous. No matter how much they say that the world has improved, there are not too many things these days. What about the other guys? The things to keep an eye on are Teresa De Laurencia and Liu Yunhua. Youve probably heard both of them at least once. The Rosenberg family in Europe. It reminds me of it at first nce. I did say that one of the daughters there had awakened and was quite capable but I never thought it would be one of them. Yoo Yeon-hwa was also the granddaughter of Yoo Chun-yeong, who had a high reputation in Korea. After the Tower of Trials appeared, it wasnt very active, so I didnt pay attention, but at least it was said that it was not for ordinary people. Its an unusualbination. yes. Besides that, the man who hurt our children is Chun Yoo-seong, a medical student at Korea University. Likewise, Lee Tae-min, a college student. There was a red-haired woman named Melena with a foreign criminal record. And The man blurted out, adjusting his sses. and? It was only after Seo Jeong-hee urged him on that the man spoke heavily. There is no information about foreigners with silver hair. Nothing at all? Name or age or nationality or anything? sorry. Ive been trying to get to the NIS, but it seems that they dont know either. Even though it was only 24 hours, the people with the best intelligence in Korea couldnt dig up a speck of dust. It was a story that made no sense. A wrinkle formed between Seo Jung-hees forehead. It was a little embarrassing, but even so, I had no intention of passing over the rudeness of the lowly people. If he was a dangerous person, he would have been involved in a big incident in some way. However, the fact that you have not heard of it or reported it should simply be seen as a gap in information. The anxiety melted away like snow, and in its ce a cruel vengeful spirit red up. It seemed as if the congestion would go away at least a little if I had to cut off my limbs and put them in the pigsty. its okay. Its not like Im seeing half-hearted guys once or twice anyway. If you send real talent, youll realize how insignificant their trivial abilities are. How are the preparations? yes. We have already selected talented people. Rankers fromrge guilds who have been favored by us, and a group of mercenaries known for their clean work. Oh, is that the team fromst time? yes. Its members are also included. good. If its those guys, thats for sure. Seo Jeong-hees face turned bright at once. It is a team that always boasts a 100% sess rate, so it will handle the work without any problems. The remaining task now is where they are now. I dont know anything else, but Kang Jin-hyeok and Cheon Yoo-seong. Those two alone had to be dealt with. Seo Jeong-hee took out a handful of jewels and headed towards the stove. Then he poured the jewels onto the pile of firewood. Moment. Roaring! Blue mes shot up from the hearth. A few secondster, a beautiful womans face appeared from the mes. A resident of the 30th floor. It was Hecate, a titan goddess belonging to a great power. As the main god who gives strength to witches, he is also proficient in various magic and necromancy, so he also has the nickname of the god of witches. It seems like it hasnt been long since Ist saw you I see you often these days. Sorry to bother you. A guy who needs to be corrected appears. There really is no end to human greed. Well, as long as I give enough sacrifices likest time, theres nothing to lose. You dont have to worry about that part. People who dont care if they disappear overnight are strong and strong. Then tell me where. Who will I find this time? Jinhyuk Kang. And two men named Cheon Yoo-seong. I cant see it from here, so I think its inside the tower Its so wide that its not easy to find. Are you Kang Jin-hyuk? That smirking man? Roaring Roaring! The mes shook wildly like mad. Thats right. Are you someone you know? Only modern humans have their memories erased. The inhabitants still had the nightmare that left Olympus in ruins and wiped out half of the gods, even their souls. Hecate trembled all over. Just hearing the name made my hamstrings tingle and it seemed like Jinhyeok woulde right next to me. Who is this crazy person looking for? Its no different than ying with a methrower after pouring oil all over your body to die. But I need a sacrifice. A whopping 100 people. For the witches, a fresh human being was an irresistible temptation. It is all the more so now that it is increasingly difficult to find a scapegoat due to a coalition between forces. It doesnt matter what the location is. Lets just send assassins against that monster. Even if the giant myth decided to kill it, it failed because it was a group called Kang Jin-hyuk and the deceased person corporation. but. one in a million. If Jin-hyeok dies, even if its a truly atrocious probability Thats not bad as it is. The tower will be confused again. As before, you will be able to rampage with the mighty power of Olympus on your back. Lets see aha. He no, he is currently on the 30th floor, in a ce called Yotleam Gorge. Its a ce not often visited by humans or residents, so youd better go with a good reason to approach it. thank you. The offering will be sent directly to the same cest time. Seo Jeong-hee put on a fishy smile. * * * Around midnight after all the meetings on the 26th floor. [You have entered Yotleam Gorge on the 30th floor of the Tower of Trials.] A few people appeared with a short announcement sound. Jinhyeok and Cheon Yooseong Pesis. And it was Alice and Prey Behemoth. Damn it. I thought they were moving quietly, just the two of them, but why did youe with such a tail? Chun Yoo-seongined. Isnt it nice to be noisy? Besides, didnt the number of members matter as long as you achieved your goal? Thats true Anyway, the canyon must be cleared. dont worry. I think so even if you dont whine. Who is whining? Yes yes. No wonder our mighty swordsman never said such a thing. Its all my fault. yes. Chun Yu-seong screamed, but Jin-hyeok had already covered both ears for a long time. I am back here. Phesis looked around with aplicated face. A ruin whose reputation as the best explorer in the empire has failed. It was this canyon that made me taste the bitter memories that I couldnt see the end no matter how hard I tried. Seeing the beautiful nature brought back memories of the past two months. Frey waited for themand expressionlessly. joy. Wherever Elis went, she was exuding the queen force with a fresh face. Why did you call me? Dont you feel sorry for the weak and powerless girl who wants to live quietly? Behemoth dragged along by the horns was crying. Because you couldnt pay for the meal alone during this covenant. I have to do something now. No, I am also a disaster that leads Apocalypse, but if I want to pay for my meal, I have to attack you first Aww! Fuck! Jinhyeok, who used Tombgraves right arm, flew a night of ignorance. A lump the size of a babys fist appeared on Behemoths head. Shall I remind you one more time what the cost of absenteeism is? Or do you just want to be polite? W Ill try my best. it should be How hard it is to survive in this fiercelypetitive society, but if you dont want to get fired, youll have to roll over and over again like a dog. Chun Yuseong looked around and asked. It will be night in a little while, are you going to move right away? No, even if I went in now, I would just wander. Lets camp here today and look at angles. The first strategy is to build rapport with the spirits in Yotleam Gorge. You must learn to wait patiently to see the end of the canyon. Chapter 659 Chapter 659. The 30th floor of the Tower of Trials, Yotleam Gorge (2) When the sunpletely set, unique types of fireflies filled the surroundings. The dazzling moonlight and the fresh scent of the forest. The true face of the canyon, which retains the beauty of nature, has been revealed. Jinhyeok, who decided to stay on the watch first, took a seat under the tree. Time has already passed. Its been half a year since the great disaster called the Covenant was prevented. In terms of experience, it feels like 10 years have passed. There were so many things like that. Jinhyeok took out the rewards he had obtained right after the battle with Unknown. [Thest reward for the first to conquer the tower] [Laurel of honor] Difficulty: Limited to those who conquered the tower for the first time Magic power consumption: 1000 per minute Description: Theurel of honor can be used as the 8th crown, By injecting magic power, you can create new items that did not exist before. However, if you create a new item, the effect as a crown will disappear. Also, the stats of crafted items cannot exceed 150% of the best item you already have. Certainly a fraudulent reward. A restriction that requires collecting all 7 crowns to challenge the 50th floor. However, it meant that if you had this, you could get to the 50th floor even if you collected 6 crowns. In addition, when making items, it was possible to create extraordinary items that did not exist before. Although there is a limit of 150%, a weapon with stats approaching 150% of that of the First de will exert a different level of power by itself. [Unknown Mask] Difficulty to obtain: Unmeasurable Description: A mask used by those who climbed the tower to the 50th floor. Magic such as voice modification and facial distortion is permanently applied, and magic that increases basic stats by 20% when worn is added. In addition, in each battle, one of Unknowns skills can be used randomly. [Billy the Kids Pistol C X Model] Difficulty to obtain: SS Attack Power 250000 Durability: 1100000 / 2370000 Description: This is one of the pistols used by Billy the Kid, a rare gun man. The basic attack power itself is not high, but it can digest all existing bullets, and the attack power changes depending on which bullet is used. In addition to that, I got a lot of high-end materials and magic stones. The level has also risen by 27 levels. Among the ancient deities, such as Azatoth, Shubniguras, and Nyathotep, he gained experience points that could only be raised by catching the highest beings. Jinhyeok activated his personal stat window. Name: Jinhyeok Kang Gender: Male Level: 345 Strength 125 Agility 140 Stamina 198 Magical Power 809 Gap 100 Luck 10 Adaptive 78 Spirit 413.77 Possessed Stat Points: 0 Possessed Coin: 62224905 upation: Ruler of Runes Uniqueness Window: There are too many contents in the Uniqueness window, so it is being switched to closed status. Trait: The content of the trait is toorge, so it is converted to a folded state. Skill: The content of the skill is too much, so it is converted to a folded state. [The current magic stat is 809.] All 81 stats are invested in magic. This is because the use ofurel required an unbelievable amount of 1000 per minute. Now that the total amount of magic power is about 40,000, it can be used for about 40 minutes simply. Of course, in actualbat, the amount of mana consumed was much greater because he had to use a variety of unique spears and skills. In other words. This means that the importance of the magic stat will increase as time goes on. Jinhyeok closed his personal status window. And this time, he opened the great library where his abilities were stored. Whoops! [Recall Memories of the World.] I thought of variousbinations and thought of the optimalbination. While struggling with how to approach it, it would be helpful for future attacks. The conclusion is this [Unique Spear Seraphim, Unique Spear Phase 2, Unique Spear Final Genesis, Unique Spear Billy the Kid are fused!] Fine control of magical power and harmony of abilities with different characteristics. Only when all of these are perfectly meshed without a single error will you be able to obtain a perfect new skill. Jinhyeok woke up all his senses. The cells reacted to each one of the mana and fluctuated. 1 minute 2 minutes and 3 minutes. As time passed, beads of sweat formed on Jinhyuks forehead. Due to the extreme concentration, even the flow of time felt far away. how long has it been like that? a little bit. Just a little more My vision got a little blurry. A feeling of daze from theck of oxygen seemed to oppress the whole body. Almost there. The end is in sight now. Jinhyeok held his breath for thest time and connected his magic. now! Whoa! Afterpleting the final synchronization, a golden status window appeared in front of Jinhyeoks eyes. [Convergence seeded!] [Unique Singer Ouw of the Wilderness] Difficulty to obtain: Impossible to measure Description: Rangers highest level ability can increase the potential of all abilities and skills rted to gun to 300%. Just by mentioning a specific keyword about a gun, you can use each statement, and the attack power at this time depends on the users ability. [The fused abilities are stored in Memory of the World.] Thats it! Jinhyuk clenched his fists. It was close, but fortunately, I was able to obtain the ability I wanted. If this is the case, it will be a strong support even in the worst moment, so you have secured the best insurance as an insurance. Its been a while, so I guess my skills havent rusted? I guess I also got a new gun from Unknown. It was time to lightly zero-shoot. Jinhyeoks senses caught something. He noticed an existence watching over him from among the bushes. not a sign of a person. Because it was so close to nature. If it wasnt for the senses of the deceased, sharpened to the limit, I would never have noticed. Is it finally here? Spirit beasts in the canyon. Due to the nature of a race with high alertness, they try to grasp the identity and purpose of this side from a distance. Most of them show an ugly side of looking for treasure or resources, so they cant meet the spirit beasts in person Im different. friendly and affectionate. I will definitely appeal to you as a friend of the spirits. Jinhyeok opened the subspace. And called the ves as gently as possible. Guys. The snack is ready. Everyone,e out. It was a bonus to wear an apron and take out various sauces and magic stones. Attracted by the appetizing smell, the spirit beasts came out one by one. Did everyone have a lot of trouble inside? Sit back and eat some. If its not enough, Ill make other snacks for you, so feel free to tell me. When its over, Ill read you a fairy tale about your favorite spirit princess. what? Eh? Did the owner go crazy? Or have you been drinking? I get it! Its a trap. Give us our master, you wicked kidnapper! In an unexpected situation, the spirit beasts jumped and jumped on the spot. fast and A thick tendon sprouted from Jinhyuks forehead. I wanted to turn that smander, especially the smander, into a grilled lizard right away, but I had to put up with it. Because there were a lot of eyes watching right next to me. under. under. under. under. youre a kidnapper Im just doing what I normally do. If you dont eat snacks, Ill make them into sweet potato snacks, so please do it in moderation ande over here? Jinhyeok gathered the remaining patience to his soul. The eyes are smiling but the mouth is not. The spirit beasts instinctively sensed the danger. Ugh ugh! lets y together. Thank you warm host. Hehehe. Everyone, be quiet. My head hurts. The spirits huddled together and gnawed at the magic stone Jinhyeok made, having a campfire and showing off their talents. On the surface, it is a peaceful and cozy scene that could not be better. * * * Are they decent humans? Seeing that he gets along so well with his own people, I dont think hes a bad person. You have to be careful though. Humans are a species that does not choose any means or methods for their own ends. okay. For some reason, the fact that those spirit beasts areughing is a bit awkward. how to say Should I say it looks like hes wearing a mask? Still, I think its worth talking to at least once. I agree with you. The spirit beasts hiding in the bush each spoke a word. Opinions were divided, but it was impossible to know the truth of the opponent forever. A great danger hase to the canyon. Because the spirit beasts alone couldnt ovee the danger. atst. Eight! Ill go. Thergest fire elemental jumped up from its seat. It was a smander with two plump horns. gun gun. Ahem! Hey human! huh? Here, here! The smander who arrived under Jinhyeoks feet waved both hands. Jinhyuks gaze turned downward. oh? What is it, what kind of spirit is here? He put on an innocent look in the world while taking off pretentiousness in moderation. At the same time, he held Undine even tighter in his arms. Let go, Ningen. Undine struggled to get out of her arms. Of course, that is nonsensical. Jinhyeok restrained Undine thoroughly with a grip like a hook. children and animals, etc. Its not for nothing that theres a reason to put up fragile and cute things as slogans. To break the opponents vignce. And it is to eat the opponent who is vignt by pulling them down to the marrow. -no. -stop! C Please donte. -Im talking about you. The Spirit Special Forces of the Goinmul Corporation shook their heads with pity-filled eyes. However, Smander, who had already half-disengaged, was intent on looking at Jinhyeok. Looks like you look different from other vicious humans, so I want to ask you a favor. ask? To me? Yes. We will definitely pay the price, so please help us. Even if you dont have to say that, I think youll listen. After building intimacy with the spirits, you have to collect three hidden pieces. Because that was the only way to attack Yotleam Gorge. We cant pretend we dont know that our little and precious spirits are in trouble. Even if it is a weak force, I will do my best to help. Thank you. thank god. I got to meet a really nice person. I know. Im so d. People like me are rare. Jinhyeok grabbed Smanders hand tightly. With that, a hidden quest has been unlocked. [I ept the request of the spirits.] [You will be given a clue to find the first hidden piece.] After figuring out why Raybolt is losing reason and destroying the spirit beasts and the canyon, the spirit king and the canyon are at peace again. be able to get it back. Hint: You must find Light Fragments. Light Spirit King Raybolt Like the fire spirit Igni he faced before, he was a great spirit located at the pinnacle of an element. Because of his mild personality, he was the most neutral among the spirit kings, but I didnt know he was destroying the canyon. It didnt make sense without a big reason. It suddenly became strange after the strange seedlings started to grow. Saplings? huh. Its a purple, withered tree, and its dried up all the other trees around it. This canyon is blessed with spirits and everything is abundant, but I still dont understand. ording to Smander, the number of seedlings that can be identified is extremely limited. The most likely one is is it the sapling in Azathoths pce? But it would never grow if nted outside the pce? Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. It was a quest that started with a rtively light heart, but something was going wrong. Chapter 660 Chapter 660. The shadow sapling without an owner (1) The pce of Azathoth was full of extraordinary things, but among them, the most alien and dangerous is the Shadow sapling without an owner. A kind of sleeping pill that can put Azathoth to sleep with absurd power. At the same time, a raw material that supplies powerful magic power to primeval beings. That was the power of seedlings. But the real danger of these seedlings is that the surroundings of the seedlings be contaminated rapidly. Its not just about destroying thend or nature, its about being able to corrupt people, animals, or upper divine beasts and deities. A shadow fell over Jinhyuks face. If what they were saying was true, it meant that this canyon would soon be within the influence of the saplings. It would be impossible to withstand unless the resistance to mental abilities was abnormally excellent. Its fun. Its definitely a dangerous situation. But at the same time, it was also an opportunity to secure seedlings that are not easily seen. Return our king, who has always been wise and benevolent. Please. Now I have no one to trust and rely on. Except for you. thats right. Spirit beasts huddled around Jinhyeok. It felt pretty cute to see the whining of the little ones with a subtly different appearance from the existing Spirit Special Forces. okay. First of all, Ill bring my kids too, so can you give us some shelter from the night dew? Im fine, but Im worried that the spirit beasts and the girls might catch a cold. Jinhyeok looked at a ce a little away with pitiful eyes. Elise and Behemoth were trembling there. The Undine in his arms was also trembling violently. The gnome was barely sheltering from the wind and rain with a small mound of dirt. huh! A little further from here is our vige. Smander dly invited you to the vige. [Affinity with the spirits increases by +10!] Usually, an invitation to ones home is a typical way to express intimacy. It was the moment when he made the bed as simple as possible without intentionally turning on a stove. I was going to use all my camping gear when I went to sleep after my night shift, but Im d I did. Because the timing is right. Jinhyeok once again praised himself for his perfection. *** After a while, the party of the deceased person corporation woke up and arrived at the vige inhabited by spirit beasts. A spirit that does not easily reveal itself to humans. The vige where hundreds and thousands of such rare beings of nature were gathered really gave me a great shock. It was because the spirits of the five elements as well as various divine and phantom beasts were living in harmony. I cant believe there is a ce like this Pesis looked around with the most surprised face. I explored every nook and cranny of the canyon for two months, but I couldnt find a vige inhabited by spirits on such arge scale. No, I never even guessed that something like this would exist. What is he really doing? The pupils of Pesis looking at Jinhyeok trembled slightly. To spend a lifetime exploring hidden areas and be the first to reach the end for the honor. I gave everything for just that one thing. He boasted that he had talent, hard work, and even passion but Jinhyeok in front of him far surpassed that. Isnt Jinhyeok abat type specialized inbat rather than exploration? Ever since I first met him in the Empire, I knew he wasnt an ordinary person but the more I got to know him, the more amazing he is. And because a yer of such great talent was with him, he was able toe to the vige of spirit beasts. Naturally, gratitude and respect spring up. Chun Yoo-seong and Alice also looked at the spirit beasts with a mixture of wariness and curiosity with interesting faces. Right then. Ukura you stupid fire lizard! Why did you bring humans to our sacred vige! An elderly spirit-soo who looked like an elder came running, brandishing a staff. It was a light spirit whose head was half naked. Then, the chubby smander who had been guiding the road a while ago hid behind Jinhyeok in surprise. Dont just hit me, listen to me. This human is also friendly with the spirits! what? The elder, who was about to blow the pot with his staff, hesitated. Ukura let out a small sigh of relief and puffed out his shoulders. Did you see it? Its not that Im stupid Scream! Quaaaaa! Ukura rolled over on the spot while holding her head. What does it mean to be friends with spirit beasts? How do you know if Lee Ja enves those spirit beasts, pampering them whenever necessary, and keeping them locked up like ves at other times? I know because Ive lived a long time, but this contemtive person eats everything around him except for himself and eats sweet water straight out He has a face that looks like a demon king. The elders cane was directed at Jinhyeok. Hmm. Oddly insightful. I stabbed the truth so urately that I was at a loss for words for a moment. Even the opportunity to make an excuse disappeared as everyone next to him nodded in agreement. If so Im not just going to stay for free. I know a way to purify the saplings curse, so how would the story be different? Now I have no choice but to go straight ahead. At Jinhyeoks words, the tumultuous surroundings became quiet as if cold water had been poured on them. for a while too. The elder raised his voice once more. It is a lie! Theres no way thats possible! okay. By what means! How can you purify the curse if you havent even seen the King of Spirits? Even if you say it one hundred days, it is useless. Jinhyeok activated a skill instead of words. When Tail of gue was activated, ominous purple magic flowed out. At the same time, the power of Seraphim was manifested on the other side. Whoops! When light and darkness collided, a gray reaction urred in the middle. I wasnt sure, but there was some kind of neutralization going on. I cant believe it The elders mouth fell open. The eyes were so startled that they looked like they would pop out at any moment. This is just a taster, but the energy from the real seedlings will be much stronger and more extensive. Of course, it wont be easy for me to purify myself. So I have to find one item. A shard of light? Did you know? Its something weve been looking for for months, too, for purification. Of course, I havent had any sess yet. fragments of light. Only the ore containing the purest light was given the right to earn the name Fragment of Light. So far, I have tried to be a fragment of light with many gems, including diamonds and meteorites, but no item that has obtained that qualification has ever been released. Even though the spirits tried hard, they failed. We will find it. Even those of us who have lived in this canyon for so long couldnt find it. An outsider who appeared out of nowhere can a human scumbag find that too? This old man has been ignoring people ever since. No matter how much it is a race that has lived in a canyon and cut off from the world, racial discrimination was embedded in each and every DNA. If it werent for the condition of raising intimacy, I would have plucked out all the precious little hairs left. Jinhyuk tried to calm his itchy fingers. Then shall we make a bet? By granting any wish to whoever finds the light shard first in the next 48 hours? Oh, if youre scared, of course you can say you cant do it right now. youll regret that? Were also picking out one or two ces with high potential. Then I ept it as a bet. When a confrontation is about to be concluded between the two races. Wait, that wish ticket. Does that apply to us too? Chun Yoo-seong, who was next to him, intervened. Two glowing eyes. It seems that this leechs confidence has pierced the sky just because he got a new weapon. My skin was stinging from the heat of trying to attack him right away. Haha, my wish came true. This time, I will be of some help. Pesis also clenched her fists. Right of wish. Yeah not bad. If I find it, will you set me free? Frey and Behemoths eyes twinkled in different ways. Lastly The Contractor Right of Wish? Alices expression, which had been consistent with a sullen attitude, changed 180 degrees. Cuckoo Cuckoo! A terrifying madness welled up. The pupils that had half lost their reason were filled only with tenacity for the product. [Treasury of True Ancestors is now open!] Which side is the fragment or Nabal buried? It doesnt matter whether its a mountain, a field, or a canyon. If you annihte the area itself, the fragments inside will pop out. If that didnt work, I thought Id get what I wanted without fail even if I overturned the stairs itself. Somethings wrong. The elder realized a little toote that things were taking a strange turn. He recognized that if he made a mistake, his old home could disappear. But its already toote. The die was cast. Now the situation has arrived where you need to secure the fragments whether you are killed or eaten. start. The search for hidden fragments began with Jinhyeoksughter. * * * [You have entered Yodleam Gorge.] The gate opened and a number of people appeared. Sharply trained mana and body. The spirit of the hunter, which had been built up through the battles before and after the birth, came out without filtering. Youvee to all sorts of strange ces. I know. I cant imagineing back to such a halfway floor when Im distracted by the attack on the second half of the 30th floor. You understand. Since they are less skilled, they must be trying to eat bean curd here. Do it. Stair attack isnt something anyone can do. Besides, this gorge is a ruin where it has been concluded that there is no reward or quest. A man and a woman holding various weapons spoke one word at a time. Unlike battlegrounds where you have to risk your life, most of the early 30th floor has been cleared. The rtionship with the residents was well established, and there was no reason to be very wary, except for a fewbyrinths and ruins. Can we just secure the target right away? Among them, there are those whose identities have not been identified. There would be no reason to approach the client hastily, pushed back by his temper. The bossy man carefully scanned his targets profile. Jack Eden. He led a small mercenary unit, Swing Bat, and handled tasks that were considered impossible. Among them, there were impregnable ruins, as well as S-ss yers who used tomit massacres. A whopping 100% sess rate. It was possible because I believed in the intuition and instincts umted on the field rather than a tight-knit strategy. This time, of course, I intended to aplish that goal. however. Strange. His name is Kang Jin-hyeok. Im sure this was the first time Id heard the name, but somehow it wasnt unfamiliar. At the same time as I instinctively felt a strong sense of rejection, I had no idea how to approach it. This is by far the first time something like this has happened since the beginning. I didnt know Eden could be so cautious. Or was the reputation too exaggerated? Whats so great about hunting down a few kids and university students, youre so cautious. Make it look frightened. If you are uneasy, leave it to us. The rankers that Seo Jeong-hee had assigned to her were killing it. These bastards tell the captain Where are you talking nonsense about being scared! The mercenaries belonging to the Swing Bat growled. As the atmosphere began to escte, Eden slowly opened his mouth. Dont forget that I have the right tomand. A life submerged in serenity. As sharp needle-like magical powers were released, those who were killing them hesitated and retreated back. Sheesh! Its bloody. Not 1:1. Even without fighting, I could tell with my body. But even so, he had no intention of following Edens orders. Seo Jeong-hee promised. Whoever captures Kang Jin-hyeok and Cheon Yoo-seong, who are the top targets, will be given 30 million dors in cash, 10 million coins, and a holy relic of their choice. With that amount of bounty, even if you change your name, you will be able to change it 10 more times. Chapter 661 Chapter 661. Shadow seedlings without an owner (2) In the numerous mines in the huge canyon, you can mine gems with a rare chance. Among them, there must be a jewel that can be a fragment of light with a terrible probability. We must secure it with our own hands! Lets show the power of the spirits! Lets go, lets go! The spirits burned with pride and moved to win the bet. And, of course, the members of the Goinmul Corporation, who got caught up in a bet out of nowhere, also rushed to different mines. Whoops! Several luminous stones lighted the path along the mine. Everyone is apetitor and an enemy in order to find something that can be a fragment of light in the short amount of time. It was not only the spirit beasts, but also the members of the Goinmul Corporation. I will definitely win this time. Chun Yuseong clenched his fists. I know that Jinhyeok uses various abilities. However, if you limit your abilities andpete with only pure swordsmanship there are plenty of possibilities. Unlike Jinhyeok, who pursues various fighting methods, he came to this ce only with swordsmanship. There was no doubt that one ability trained to the limit would be able to surpass the all-rounder. Right then. Koooo! Keye! The howling of animals echoed down the aisle. ugly-looking appearance. These are 2m-sized insect-type monsters called Dungangaji that spray green bodily fluids. Arge number of puppies ran like crazy to devour the bones of the long-awaited prey. Do not disturb do not! Chun Yoo-seong activated Sword Song. Terrible strong winds gushed out and the bodies of the puppies were cut into dozens of pieces. The only determination to win the right to wish. Chun Yoo-seongs eyes were filled with greed. The rest of the members also brought out the strength they had been suckling for their own reasons. Pupper puck! Kwaaang! Behemoth wielded a huge sword and headed deep into another mine. Run away. I will definitely escape from this beggarpany! The disaster that presides over the apocalypse. It is you who should be feared by everyone by your very existence. However, at some point, he turned into a reptile that was stumped by a single human. This is uneptable. This time, I must escape from this miserable reality and regain the glory of the past. Wish ticket! Right of wish with the contractor! Everything belongs to me! The probability of finding the jewel is about 1.253%, yes. Alice and Frey also took each mine one by one that they thought had a high probability, and went down to the deepest part without hesitation. Lastly Sweet Potato Fries, T-Bone, Havelian, and Haitai Lastly, the Hooded Cranes gathered in one ce. Captain Mosquito! Mosquito! We will only trust the captain! When ites to magic stones and jewels, the captains sense of smell is amazing! Mosquito Mosquito! The so-called Summoned Beast League. What they wanted was nothing grandiose like resignation or anything. Life as a better ve. They eat their fill, sleep in warm ces, and live like summoned beasts. As long as the rights of such summons are guaranteed, that is enough. Immediately, Sweet Potato sniffed and pointed to one side of the mine wall. Then, the rest of the spirits began digging the ground in a hurry. Meanwhile. Jinhyeok, who suggested the bet, was not actually in the mine. Everyone was sweating profusely in the mines and quietly looking for someones house in thete morning when they were eager to mine. Everybody seems to be asleep. It was a very eventful day, so the umted fatigue must have been considerable. Except for those directly mining, they fell into a deep sleep. Jinhyeok hid his presence as much as possible and went down the stairs to the basement. flinch Sensing the slight flow of mana, he immediately stopped. Unsurprisingly, a fairly sophisticated crime prevention magic was applied. It was a double or triple magic that would be difficult to notice normally. but. [The 8-star barrier Magical Disruption is activated!] Its not the spirit king, its the magic of the spirit beasts. Multiple security breaches with one simple gesture. Awesome! After breaking through the passage blocked by vines, a space filled with numerous weapons and materials was revealed. These are the holy relics that spirit beasts have collected over thousands of years. Whiyu. I really did collect a lot of them. Like daggers and bows made from the ws of past Pentagris. There were many items made with materials taken from the bodies of divine or phantom beasts. Its a pity. How can you keep these precious things piled up like this? It would be far better to give it to someone who can use it for good rather than let it rot for eons without a master. Even thinking of these children. You guys think the same as me, dont you? Jinhyeok carefully lifted various weapons and relics. Then, as if he had heard a voice, he put on an expression of surprise. what? Do you think so too? I cant help it. Im busy betting too, but I cant leave you guys like this. Jinhyeok selected the most necessary items among the many holy relics piled up in the warehouse and stored them in the subspace. Especially meticulously focusing on the materials needed to strengthen the first de. how long has it been like that? After a long shopping trip, Jinhyeok came out of the warehouse and moved to another location. It is to obtain the material that can create the perfect Light Fragment. I cant lose my bet either. Ive been researching what the most beautiful and pure light is in the tower for a long time. There were times when I thought that the light of the sun was the best. There was a time when I thought moonlight was perfect. Of course, thats not wrong. All of them had their own beauty and innocence. but. The raw material that could be a fragment of real light wasnt like that. Its not pure innocence from nature. When its supported by overwhelming madness beyond that. Only then will you be able to obtain fragments of perfect meaning. Jinhyeok slowly gathered light from something inside the house. ? ? ? [The time is up.] Numerous spirit beasts gathered in the wide empty lot with the status window indicating that the bet wasplete. good. This should be it. Im sure. My dear, only with that one? They say the one I found is much prettier and bigger. Just because its big doesnt mean its good. I used sapphire, which has been passed down from generation to generation in our water n, as a medium! Heung! It should be at least a diamond, which can be called the king of jewels. By the way, I heard someone broke into the elders house yesterday? Who would do that without fear? A few trivial conversations intervened, but its nothing to worry about, since the important thing right now was to qualify as a fragment. The people gathered in the clearing proudly brought out the jewels they brought with them. Sun, moonlight, or divinity, respectively. It was emitting a colorful brilliance with power and natural light . Jinhyeok nodded his head while looking at several jewels. Certainly, he prepared only those that were qualified to be the first holy relic. The sense of purpose to save the King of the Light Spirit and the spirit tribes unique pride that it could not be defeated by outsiders Even so, its insignificantpared to Jims. Elise confidently took out a bright red ruby. The ore made from her own blood was literally stained with blood. This guy is also insane. Anyone who hears of light fragments has a lot of light tendencies. I was given an assignment, but to bring something like that. It seemed unlikely that it would be epted at all unless it was summoned by Dixblo . A calm smile spread across Chun Yu-seongs mouth. Indeed, a medical student at Korea University. The name was also fierce, like a monster who confidently reached the top of the notorious college entrance exam hell. But, the ring-sized jewel that he took out of his chest was something strange. . ..Its beautiful, but Im reluctant to get close to it. I dont think even the brain is made of swords. She cut jewels with a sword steel like a radish. If there was such a thing as a god of light, wouldnt it have swallowed dry saliva at that bloody craftsmanship? Inside the jewel Everything contained was not light, but filled with life. The probability of winning is 50%, yes. Frey pulled out an unidentified ore. Seeing that he was holding it dearly, he seemed confident. Unlike always calmly and clearly deriving the result, this time he would do a meta-type calction of the bitcoin prayer. Khahaha! Everyone ! You take out something as small as a jewel and brag about it. The things on this body are fragments of light in the true sense! Behemoth exploded his lightsaber and threw something to the ground. Quaaaang! A thickyer of dust spewed up. A jewel bigger than the body. It was unreasonable to ask Apocalypse to do the right thing because he only knew how to destroy it. Shards He cant tell the difference between a lump and a lump, so how can he do that with confidence? Lastly Sweet Potato and the Spirit Special Forces Lets stop talking . Ahhhh! Who gave the role of captain to a hungry lizard? For this noble body to overlook this point. It is a painful mistake. Miyooooo! Its been a long time since theyve all gone into the stomach of the sweet potato. Seeing that they are dripping saliva in front of the few remaining jewels, the jewels prepared in a few minutes will be gone before the ceremony begins . The ceremony to select the fragments of light was held. Ugh! Mysterious light fell. The selection of fragments, which had always failed. But this time, it was different. The jewels held by one person began to emit dazzling light. And that was it. Hey, Ive be me. Im sorry. It was Jinhyeok who was scratching his head. Why did you be you! Dont be ridiculous! There must be some trick. Reveal how you got the jewel right away! There was an uproar among the spirit beasts. Since they seeded in one sess after failing over and over again, doubts are bound to arise . Jinhyeok entered the bedroom and took out a jewel . growl! The light from the stars reflected through the manly bald head of the maniac snoring maniac and was sucked into the transparent jewel. As the brilliance of 100% purity, not mixed with a single impurity, gathered, the indescribable light was condensed into a single point. I dont know who made the Tower of Trials, but hes such an idiot. A unique propensity that cannot bepared with operators. You have to be a madman to match his tendencies. like right now [Light Fragment isplete!] An evil smile appeared on Jinhyeoks face. With this, Chun Yu-sung and Alice, as well as the elders and the rest of the spirits, all obtained one wish. This is the moment when countless ves in the canyon were born. Ei-i-i-ik! Now wait a minute, stop! The elder jumped out of his seat and stood up. The fact that youre the one who broke into my bedroom doesnt mean youre the one who robbed the treasure house in the basement! Whoa. This is a very reasonable inference. but. Ah, Im really sorry about that part. But isnt it inevitable that what has already happened? Are you saying that! The sin of daring to tamper with the reports of the great spirits. I will never just pass by. The curse of the canyon will follow! hey thats scary Im so scared that I wonder if I should change my pants. Ugh. The Curse of the Canyon is a bit scary for me. In that sense, we will use wish right away. My wish is pardon. Please clean up the fact that the theft was applied retrospectively. to make ones sins innocent. Its time to pay the fair price you won the bet. Uh father buy it. So wish? The elder opened his mouth like a goldfish. Chapter 662 Chapter 662. Shadow seedlings without owners (3) Tower of Trials 50th floor. In the pce of Azathoth, located at the top of the tower, the primeval beings were gathered. Cuckoo Cuckoo! A tremendous sense of intimidation flowed out just by having absolutes gathered in one ce. An ordinary person would have lost their reason and gone mad as soon as they encountered it. but. I didnt feel the slightest tension in the man standing leisurely in front of him. Unknown, whom I boasted so much about, finally died. If I borrowed your expression, I think you said that you are the strongest ranker that cannot be defeated. Nyathotep chuckled. I wasnt saying anything wrong. Believe it or not, he was once stronger than anyone here. If Colonel Timo had been able to use his 100% ability the result could have been a little different. It may have done more damage or seeded in eliminating some of its members. No matter what anyone says, it was data that I remembered conquering the tower back when it was a game. The man brooded over the past and made a strange expression. He also sat down in a chair for a while and added his words. But Unknown handling everyone is not what I wanted. It was just a foundation for further growth of the existence of Kang Jin-hyuk. Jinhyeok is perfect. You have toe up to the top in the best condition. Only then. You will be able to win a perfect victory without any excuses. And it will put an end to the long wait. Ive been looking forward to fighting him for a very long time. prepared meticulously. I ran countless simtions. A free and uninteresting day. The only thing that could make him forget that was Jinhyeok. Very tasty ripe fruit. It felt like the boredom that was piled up in my body melted away just by imagining eating it. The man looked at Nyathotep. Well, its true that I misjudged a lot in thest fight and failed This time, Ill take a step back so you guys can do whatever you want. From your point of view, losing the Necronomicon would be a matter directly rted to survival. Surprisingly. Didnt you rather hate the loss of Kang Jin-hyeok than you would die? thats right. But I dont think that tough deceased person will die easily. That means it makes me feel like hes one level above us. An ominous energy emanated from Nyathoteps staff. Slowly the ground was stained ck. The man raised both hands up in a gesture of exaggerated surprise. woah. to calm down Dont you know that fighting with you and me is both a loss to each other? Im not ignoring it, Im just saying it out of a sense of old age. Dont worry about that part. Ivee up with a way to wipe out him and the canyon itself. Took chuck Hmm. Kick Kick! Three men and women appeared behind Nyathotep. After the old guards disappeared, a new bodyguard was summoned. If a human named Kang Jin-hyeok made a splendid performance in this tower these are the beings who reached the peak in another dimension and returned. Hoo. Bringing returnees to the 50th floor have you already forgotten what happened when the ancient hermits, including the Frost Spirit, came to this floor? You dont have to worry. We take care of that part. It must have been a presumptuous meddling. Im sure they can make an interesting variable. The man turned around without regret. Are you nning to go already? I was supposed to meet someone. If I kept you waiting for a long time, I was afraid I would hear a bitter voice. * Jerking around. A man who had just met Nyathotep walked down the aisle. It was a dark and lonely looking road. How long did it take? Finally, where the mans footsteps stopped, a middle-aged gentleman wearing a bowler hat stood. Tower of Trials Senior Manager Rick Hennessey. A noble person said to see everyone in such a shabby ce. As expected, this is why the Tower of Trials looks interesting. You seem to have plenty of room even in the yard where even Unknown fell. Are you okay with losing your right arm? Rick took off his fedora and provoked his opponent. Hmm. Its sad, of course. Until I met the real Kang Jin-hyeok, he was my greatest toy. But when you can deal with the real thing, theres no reason to be sad because the fake is gone, right? Fake Rick chuckled. Is that you talking to yourself? Creepy. The air around them froze. Even the passage of time is forgotten. The coldness of living was in stark contrast to theposure that men had shown so far. For the first time, theughter disappeared from the mans voice. Looking at you saying that, it looks like your memory has almoste back. Most came to mind only a few days ago. Rick nodded slowly. at the same time. The staff crossed the air horizontally. [Rick Hennessy activates his unique skill, Tower of Trials!] Kukukukuku! The surrounding structures changed freely and changed into the shape of a library. It is a ce filled with the subtle aroma of coffee and countless books. ha ha ha. This is great. As expected, he is the owner of the grand corps and has the ability to be a senior manager. no no no Should I call you by a proper nickname instead of that title now? The man who had been pping loudly changed his voice. Owner of the Tower of Trials. Rick Hennessy, the first operator and creator of the tower. It is literally the tower of trials itself that creates and manages the system. Enough of disturbing the order of the tower. Too many have been sacrificed for your cause. To the subject of living a life of infinite reincarnation by sealing memories for ones own amusement Now, its unreasonable to talk about Kang Jin-hyeok and the Order of the Tower. I thought that Rick would have regained most of his original memories as well, as he had reached the attack range up to the 40th floor. but. The mans smile deepened even more. The fact that Rick regained his memory means that he realized his role as the towers creator. Now, Rick Hennessy can no longer provide full help by favoring only Kang Jin-hyuk. Except for one asion or providing information. The man and Rick faced each other head on. Everyone has one card each. The one standing at the top of the tower will change depending on who has more power. Different voices intersect. *** [You have obtained the Last Rock of the Gorge!] Jinhyeok, who obtained the fragment of light, quickly obtained the second holy relic using the right of wish as an excuse. An army of ves made up of countless spirit beasts. Kek. Kek! Cool Kuck! I die. no please kill me I want to find rest now. The spirits of the vige, who had been overworked over and over again, melted as they were. Beep! But without a chance to rest, a loud whistle pierced my eardrums. What are you doing now? Not moving faster. Even though thette was 10 times harder than it is now, I didnt groan once. The Spirit Beasts here must be a bit weak in spirit. The spirit beasts of the special spirit unit belonging to Jinhyeok persecuted the same race. Thats what I saw and learned. He worked very diligently as Jinhyeoks hands and feet. Thanks to this, I was able to easily attack tasks that were considered impossible to the point of being called futile. Really, its so smooth. At this rate, it will be over in a few days? Its ridiculous. Sheesh! The response was astounding. In particr, Pesis was in a state where her soul went out, as if she was facing an insurmountable wall. Anyway, where did he go without saying a word? Chun Yuseong immediately asked Undine, who could be said to be the leader of the Spiritual Beasts. Yes! The owner said he went to check something alone, but he will be back soon. Undine answered while sweating. ? Same time. Jinhyeok was staring at a ce several kilometers away with the telescope he bought at the Coin Exchange. Pachichik! Parts Tsutt! A tremendous spark spread through the forest. A being wrapped in white brilliance and emitting white mes. That guy is the light spirit king Raybolt. Rybolt, in the form of a white stag, was taking a rest while standing still on the spot. Of course, you shouldnt be reassured that you look calm. Geuuuuuu The emptiness felt in his empty pupils was because he had already lost his reason for a long time. it must be dangerous. The evaluation of the first observation of Ryebolt was exactly that. Its even possible to use fragments of light to bring them to their senses. The problem is how to break through the sphere of light that isyered around Ryebolt. Just drilling through, indiscriminate shelling could be tricky in many ways. There was a high probability that abilities such as mentra taming and sympathy would not work due to the effect of the sapling. There must be some way to be a little safer and manage risk. Just then I was thinking about it. Sabak. Jinhyuk heard a strange sign. This time they werent spirit beasts. yer? Those who knew how to handle magical powers were also the most skillful people who could handle them most skillfully among those I met after their memories were erased. Evenpared to the rankers of the oldrge guilds, they were rather higher in numbers. of course. cute. From Jinhyeoks point of view, it felt like seeing clumsy newbies who had just entered the upper ss. Theres no way that such talented people could havee to such a remote and pointless ruin without any reason It was clear that there was a certain purpose. It also smells very suspicious and insidious. [Eye of gluttony is activated!] Jinhyeok activated the skill at the people approaching from afar. just as expected. Name: Jack Eden Level: 66 Unique Spear: Building a Magic Base Unique Ability: Navy Seal Skills: Lv21 Stealth Lv20 Single Combat Lv20 Sangblood Duty Lv20 Distant Perspective Undercover assassination factor kidnapping and more. He mainly works on missions specialized in modern warfare, and is full of confidence in his performance and ability. If you can give him an unforgettable nightmare, you will be able to copy one of his unique abilities and skills. Also, due to his nature of emphasizing pration, he has never properly used his unique spear, which is specialized in defense, because it hurts his pride. If you have Jack Eden use his Uniqueness Window, you can copy his Uniqueness Window. They were swing bats who only operated with huge amounts of money fromrge corporations orrge guilds. It is the moment when information is gathered from corner to corner through Kim Hee-woong and Melena, who are familiar with the dark web. That strangedy eventually crossed the line. I know youre upset. Ipletely misunderstood the number I was touching. Newly added variables. It seems that there is a way to safely approach Ryebolt. Jinhyeok woke up the devil inside. Chapter 663 Chapter 663. Light Spirit King Raybolt (1) Wait The woman standing in the front raised her hand. A target far away was captured by his sharp senses. Im sure. Eden confirmed the existence of Jinhyeok. I was stuck in a corner like this. Finally found! Khehehe. This will be over soon. The rest of the rankers licked their lips and snapped their fingers. As long as he captured that human and took him away, he could have been rewarded with more than enough money to y and eat for the rest of his life. Are you going to make it right? Now, it is possible to subdue them at once. No wait. Edens eyes narrowed. It was not surprising that the work waspleted so easily. Sheesh! What are you so careful about? Even if I just openly walk over and catch it, it will end in one shot. Lee Hong-seop of Ilsung Group, who was directlymissioned by Seo Jeong-hee, clicked his tongue. yer Kang Jin-hyeok. It is one of themon bugs that have never been particrly noticeable. I dont know why the VVIP is so interested in such an inferior guy. I just told you to bring the limbs intact. Whatever it is. It was wrong to diefortably because he touched the nting of an up-anding aristocrat who had no mate. but. Eden likes being so cautious, so I have no choice but to follow his words right now. that buck Eleven rankers, including Eden, approached Jinhyeok. what? Jinhyuk widened his eyes. Its a bonus to look like you never imagined meeting other yers in a ce like this. Those who were slightly nervous at their innocent faces smiled dejectedly. Here you are. yer Kang Jin-hyeok. I was looking for it all along. Me? yes. The incident that happened at the Shi Hotel the other day reached the Awakened Association. Oh, I am this kind of person. Eden took out a business card and handed it to me. [Awakened Association Scout Department Team Leader] [ss A Jack Eden] The business card was sharp as if it had been pulled out a few hours ago, so it was sharp. Of course, what was contained within the business card was far greater. If its normal, my eyes will go back. When will ordinary C-Rank or lower yers ever meet an Awoken Association executive? Also, the Scout Department has the most powerful decision-making power among all departments, right? The basic reaction would be to shake your hands and feet when you hear that an opportunity to change your life hase, or to nod your head and obey no matter what they say. But also Swingbats mercenaries, including Jack Eden. The top rankers of each guild that Seo Jeong-hee hired didnt know either. That Han Sang-jin, the president of the Korean Awakened Association, controls all detailed information about Jin-hyeok. Thats why the records and data that were S-ss were alsopletely erased or manipted. It was amotion that was hard to ignore, but the association decided that it was more important to secure yers Jin-Hyeok Kang and Yoo-Sung Chun than to punish them. If you stay with us, well treat you better than B-ss and promise you the support you deserve. Well, there will be some formal questions and paperwork, but those are the little things, right? You came all this way to scout me in such a wonderful ce? Oh my gosh I have to. Of course I will. Jinhyeok cried as if he was thrilled. My knees gave out and I even tried to sit down. I knew it. Itll be easy. It was a good idea to leave it to that man. Thats right. Lets finish this quickly and go have a cold beer. Vicious smiles spread one after another. however. Its a very grateful proposal, but I have something I must do here. Can I just finish that and go out? If you have to do something, what do you mean? Because I have to hunt the deer that can be seen in the distance. To be exact, I need his horns. Its not easy to get the timing right. If you need an antler, the association will provide it for you. Hurry up and take the rest of the party out of the tower. Eden grabbed Jinhyeoks wrist and tried to move quickly. Im so sorry. Thats a really good thing for a man. His hair grows back. Diabetes and other diseases are also cured. Since ancient times, it has been human nature to eat anything that is good for ones stamina. Furthermore, the fact that it is effective for hair loss is an area of heaven and earth. Assuming that statement was true, it was a discovery worthy of a Nobel Prize. Is that true? If its a lie, you Answer quickly! The rest of the party rolled their eyes and ran. Why would I lie to the association? Jinhyeok shared a quest window with the seal of one of the senior managers. It was a counterfeit of the Ancient Barrier and Ricks seal in the past, but it was impossible for normal yers, not gods or administrators, to notice it. look Isnt greed actually dripping in everyones eyes? ? Captain Gulp Quests corresponding to S-ss. With this, I also understood why Jinhyeok came to this canyon. Certainly it doesnt look too serious. Pants! Pachichik White sparks spread one after another. Since the being who could be called the king of the spirits is radiating magical power, of course it has to look unusual. Its been said that this Yotleam Gorge is unnecessarilyplex and has nothing to gain. It turned out that the jewel was hidden. But the risk seems too great. If it is an S-ss chain quest, much more preparation is required. I dont think you need to worry about that part. Because I know how to attack. Jinhyeok pulled out an old piece of paper. It contained details of how the stag attacked and moved. There was even a way to weaken or stop the opponent depending on what magic and items were used. If this is the case, the story will be different. Leader. Wouldnt it be nice to have a side ie? youre right. Others will devour these blind treasures if we dont take care of them. More than anything. If it is the starting point of the S-ss linked quest, even greater rewards will be waiting for you in the future. No, I didnt know if I could get a price that approached the request fee just by trading the quest itself on the ck market. Considering not only the deer antler, but also various items and by-products from catching that deer there was enough reason to take some risks. All right. For now, Ill just help you get that deers antlers. Eden made a decision. * * * Swoop. Rybolt looked at the intruders slowly approaching him. Reason has long since disappeared. However, the reason why he did not indiscriminately destroy the canyon was because of his conviction as the King of the Light Spirit, who rules over all spirits. Destroy protect must. All things. I havent touched the spirits yet, but the other races arent the subject to consider. [Ryebolt is Lv??? I activate Moonlight!] Pachichichik! A white light flickered along the ground. e! yer Kang Jin-hyuk, please go back. Dont get hurt in any case! Eden shouted. to inflict terrible torture. Jinhyeok must be taken with his limbs intact. Thats why you must be protected in the safest position. At most, yers whoe and go from C to D ss wont be able to survive an attack from a monster like that. Whoops! The shield unfolded and faced Ryebolts lightning attack. Wow! Tankers with heavy shields also received all kinds of buffs and endured on the front lines. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! When the transparent shield and the lightning collided, a terrifying roar rang out. As the strategy tells us, we avoided annihtion thanks to the precise timing and angle. The shield was shattered, but the tanker seeded in defending it. Its heavier than the new one, right? It would have been dangerous if it wasnt for strategy. It was really dangerous. A long scar appeared on the tankers shield. Even if I brushed it off, its like this. Indeed, S-ss quests are different. Jinhyeok clung to the backs of the big guys like chewing gum and shuddered. I am so scared! Kyaaaagh! My heart almost fell. etc. They chattered and added various chooimsae. Swearing welled up in my throat, but right now I have to take care of it like an endangered species. ording to the client, you only have to be careful with a guy named Cheon Yoo-seong and Teresa so this guy wont have the strength to protect himself. Can not help it. I just have to finish it as quickly as possible. Eden yelled at his colleagues. Go forward! ? ? ? Same time. Another meeting was going on in Eden, one of the upper levels of the tower. This is also spectacr. Its been a while since so many different races gathered together. it cant be helped. If we do not do this, we cannot be sure of victory. Various voices came out. The main god level beings gathered from different floors. They had only one purpose for gathering in the sanctuary of Eden. In order to stand up to a huge enemy named Kang Jin-hyeok. Since they had already tasted bitterness in numerous wars and battles, most of them felt keenly how terrifying a human named Kang Jin-hyeok was. of course. joy. What the hell is that one human being? Just because we defeated Altera and Aden, they seem to be looking down on us too. Although the ancient dragons and dragons, who had rtively few points of contact, had not yet properly felt the seriousness of it. I had a hard timeing a long way. Everyone must have been busy, so lets skip the trivial greetings and get right to the point. Samiel, who took the ce of Uriel and Raphael, who had been absent for a while, quietly rose to the podium. Everyones eyes turned to one side. As you know, since thest war, this sanctuary has beenpletely fortified. It is not an exaggeration to say that an attack from the front is like hitting a rock with an egg. But even so, if you ask whether the defenses of this sanctuary are perfect, that is not the case either. All routes through which the tower climbers could attack Eden were blocked. But there is one hole in it. Beriel muttered Vishnu. yes. Since I have a very close rtionship with Kang Jin-hyeok, he will try to help right away. In particr, since the demon world knows the various back holes that lead to Eden, it will create various variables. Are you saying that you have to hit Beriel first for a perfect defense? I know youve tried unsessfully to attack the Demon Realm in the past, right? A mixed reaction erupted from all over the ce. It was because it was stupid to rewrite a strategy that had already failed once. It wasnt a corporation that would fall for such a clumsy thing. OK. Of course I have no intention of doing it the same way. The being who had been silent in the shadow of the pir spoke for the first time. His white skin contrasted with his jet-ck hair. The man who exudes a sense of intimidation that surpasses even a few gods was the one who captured Eden. The ancient dragon Addon. The predator that dominates the second half of the 40th floor has revealed its presence. Chapter 664 Chapter 664. Raybolt, the light spirit king (2) If its false How does the great ancient dragon want to move? If it wasnt for a very grand strategy, youd rather get a shot at that damn bastard, right? Asura, who has been representing the world of Yosu, asked. Eyes full of veins. When he recalled that he had been yed like a scarecrow due to Jinhyeoks betrayal, his words and actions naturally had no choice but to be filled with life. The spirit of shing them all down did not fade even in the face of the ancient dragon. Addon ate andughed. It looks like there are a lot of things piled up. If you get hit by that kid, everyone will be like this. Hmm. He cant me himself for his shorings and only expresses his anger outside He is someone who cant even control his emotions following his humble skills. That is why you always suffer from that person. what!? Asura is kukukukukuku! The green yogi was released all at once. Kuk! what! Frivolous. Did youe here to fight among us? The rest of the divinities raised their magical powers and prevented the killing spree from bursting out. However, in that moment, Asura had disappeared from his seat. Booung! Different relics were summoned to each of the six arms. A blow filled with the will to kill followed. Right then. [Add-on activates Pier!] Bad! The floor made of magic stones began to crack like the shell of a turtle. Keugh! Asura flung herself into the air and fell as it was. Asuras head and shoulders were pressed by something invisible, as if a gravitational field spread thousands of times. Crunchy Kwadeudeuk! The feet dug into the ground. Even so, the momentum in Asuras eyes did not fade. Its a really great spection. It would be perfect if it was supported by strength as much as that upright pride. Lizard even after his head is blown can he rx like that? The tangible magic and magic collided. If you take one more step, someone will inevitably see blood. Everyone calm down! What are you doing! [Samiel activates his unique ability Light of the Midway!] Ugh! A golden wave cut between the two. Rays of light with divine power overflowed and the tension that had been tight was severed. I know everyone is sensitive. But why dont you know that if we fight among ourselves, it will end up making only the other personugh? Samiel raised his voice. The tense atmosphere calmed down a bit. Quaang! Asura suppressed his anger by smashing a pir and throwing it away. Addon continued to speak leisurely, as if he liked it no matter what. The story has been dyed a little. In any case, one of the reasons the deceased corporation has been able to endure terribly so far is thanks to the support of various deities. Northern Europe and Olympus and Eden and Egypt. The oue of thest fight would have beenpletely different had it not been for the full support of the various great powers. It means that if there are only existing members who pursue a small number of elites, they can crush them with their current power. So we n to thoroughly iste him. Unity in one ce is strong. However, if each of their strongholds are invaded simultaneously. Or if you create a serious internal problem that prevents you from participating in battle will you be able to move to help Jinhyeok even then? Addon cast the Dragon Word. [The map of the tower is formed.] Various bases and detailed ns were unfolded. The red g is the moment when the Goinmul Corporation tries to recapture Eden. I n to give you a hell that you cant get out of if you want to escape at that timing. * * * Pachichik! Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! An unstoppable storm of light. Ryebolts pattern haspletely changed. Its not just a skipped level, its apletely different level. What is it? Wouldnt it be okay to follow the strategy? Goose bumps ran down my spine from the waves of light that passed through my body. This is too risky. There was a risk of being annihted if done wrong. How did this happen? He boasted that he definitely had a strategy! Eden shouted at Jinhyeok. The eyes full of rebuke looked like they would let go of reason at any moment. Jinhyeok acted as frightened as possible. No, what did you know about me? Whether its a ruin or abyrinth, isnt there a way for everyone to have a variable? I also said that I should trust the trustworthy rankers from the Awakened Association. Keugh. Eden bit his lip. Restoring the rapidly copsing formation has already passed the water. Now was the only chance to run away. but. Im almost there. The distance to the deer is now only 200m. It really wasnt long before he passed the first gate of the S-ss linked quest. Temptation and instinct bit each other. Right then. ha. I cant help it. I tried not to disclose it, but I have some responsibility for what happened, so I will take a special blow. Jinhyeok looked at Eden with a serious face. Is there a way? In fact, my unique ability is that I can foresee how my opponent will attack one secondter. So even at the hotel, we were able to rx with thedy no, thedy. !? 1 second prediction. Was it like that Eden organized his thoughts as if he finally understood. The reason why a low-ranked yer could be so confident. Although it was only for a second, if you could see your opponents movements in advance, you would have an overwhelming advantage in responding. Because a one-second difference is like the sky and the earth. C-D rank yers should be able to fight on an equal footing with B rank yers. More than anything. You will be able to exert the best advantage against enemies who are pouring wide-area attacks like now. All right. Then, yer Kang Jin-hyeok, please stand in front. Instead, you have to do exactly what I do. Its hard to guarantee your life if its even a little wrong. You dont have to worry about that part. Its because I only brought my own friends. Eden snorted at the absurd question. all right At best, is his physical ability inferior to that of a C-rank yer? When Jinhyeok took the lead, the situation reversed again from then on. Step on your left foot, immediately turn your body 180 degrees, and then jump about 1M. Or, he hastily bends over and then rolls to the side. etc. All I had to do was follow what Jinhyeok was doing. Its going to be a piece of cake. About this much. I thought however. Huh. Huh Eok. Huh. Ha ha ha ha. As time passed, something strange happened. I wondered if Jinhyeoks movements were getting more and more fancy andplicated. Now it has reached a point where even following it is daunting. Jinhyeok made another strange gesture. An elegant yet natural flow like flowing water. The problem is that the tempo and speed are ridiculously fast. Once you see it, you cant follow it. atst. The first victim came out. Quaaaaagh! The arm of one of the dealers following was blown off. A man who had lost an arm in one mistake screamed at his throat. Oops. There, the angle between the left and right hands should have been kept at 12 degrees, but its a shame. Next time dont make a mistake and follow it exactly. fighting fighting! can do! Jinhyeok sent deep condolences as if he was sorry. Of course, it was impossible to follow the next movement exactly as long as one arm was lost. Yongjin hyung! Ugh no, no! Wow! One person was eliminated. Its always heartbreaking to see a dropout. However, there was no time to mourn, and shouts continued here and there simultaneously. Its too much now! We cant do it anymore. The tanker holding a huge shield managed to calm his trembling limbs. Now, there is no strength left to lift the shield. It was certain that the items durability would be exhausted if it hit the next blow. Sprinkle this! It is a powder that can resist light properties. quickly! Tanker quickly handed over the bluish powder from Jinhyeok. And without even thinking about it, the whole powder was poured on his head. Shootaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa?ksssire ssuk, i feel like im going to have a new power. good. Hold on now Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa! The body of the tanker, who was holding the shield firmly, was engulfed in white mes. Oh, you cant spray that all at once. I should have split it up and sprinkled it little by little. Didnt we also learn about misuse and abuse in elementary school? Its called overpayment. Excessiveness of anything is not good. What do you mean by saying that now! Eden, who lost hisrade,pletely let go of the string of reason. The tone of speech, which had been rtivelypliant and respectful, had also changed. Now youre revealing your true colors But hell is just beginning, so what if you get a fever? After all, if youvee this deep, there wont be any other options, right? I understand the heat but wouldnt it be a good idea if you hit me, the only way to break through, when youve lost your tank as well? You bastard are you threatening me? Its not a threat. What are you saying to the most innocent person in the world right now? I just told you the truth. Jinhyeok smiled brightly with a bright smile on his face. Pududeug Ethan grinded his mrs. I wanted to put a bullet in that face right now, but as Jinhyeok said, the priority was to get out of this crisis right now. It was also a state where there was a contract saying that Jinhyeok could not be killed in the first ce. I dont even have time to say anything right now. Lets deal with the matter first and then decide what to do with the author. I agree. The rest of the engineers also followed Jinhyeoks words, trying to calm down their murderous intentions. Now that weve calmed down, lets do a proper strategy, shall we? Also known as Ganggangsuwolrae. It is to keep going around the stag and perform a ritual that weakens the light attribute. Usually, the more people perform the ceremony, the more powerful it is. Eden raised his alertness to the maximum and monitored Jinhyeoks every move. If he was going to do something strange again, he was going to cut his head immediately, regardless of whether it was a contract or a scam. however. Really. The stag, who had hitherto been insanely aggressive, began to be docile as soon as the ceremony began. The power of the light attribute is really decreasing. The wizard who handles magic best in the raid nodded. The stag, which had be noticeably calmer, now showed little intention of attacking. We are almost done. Taking advantage of theck of attacks, the members of the raid slowly reduced the radius of the circle. A few more meters ahead and youre in range where you cannd a perfect blow. For the first time, the light of hope spread across everyones faces. and. Jinhyeok, too, looked at the translucent status window that appeared in front of him and saw another meaning of hope. [Continues the dance dedicated to the King of the Light Spirit.] [Proceded up to 80% of the ritual of the noble sacrifice.] Saving the fallen soul by sacrificing ones own life. What the raid was doing right now was not to make Rybolt quiet, but to sacrifice themselves in a noble ceremony. Chapter 665 Chapter 665. Returners of the Tower (1) What is it? Lee Hong-seop made a gship at the sudden feeling of change. trembling hands and feet. As if he had decided to run a marathon at full speed, he was out of breath. It had to be. [The ritual has beenpleted.] [The nature of Yotleam Gorge is moved by the noble sacrifice.] The 10-minute ceremony has finallye to an end. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Gagging. Kuck. Cool. Uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu Therades who were with him copsed on the spot, screaming in pain. As the purification ceremony waspleted, all vitality in the body began to be drawn out. Of course, only one. Except for Jinhyeok, who was doing a slightly different motion from the existing consciousness. I approached Ryebolt in the most efficient way. Jinhyuk nodded in satisfaction. If I had been alone, I would have had to choose one of the many high-risk methods, but thanks to the great white sharks who smelled the blood, the work was solved easily. Still, the sacrificial ritual only extracts the targets magic and spirit, but does not take away their lives. Although the age of the body is about 20 years older, isnt it still better than dying? Being so kind to the kids who came after my life Ive be too kindtely. After the memory of mankind is erased by the fountain of oblivion. It seems that his mind has weakened as he has been preparing for the floor as quietly as possible. Jinhyeok crossed between the tattered swing bat raiders. You The strongest Eden looked up at Jinhyeok. Its called the captain. This guy was the only one who hadnt lost consciousness yet. Lets not talk about trite things like cheating or doing something. Because you know better than anyone else that this floor is thew of the jungle. Did you know everything? That were after you? Wasnt that stag also using us as bait? of course. The information was wrong. Eden put on a frustrated expression. The anxiety I felt for some reason from the first time I met Jinhyeok. It was only now that I realized what that feeling was. The reason I couldnt see the opponents level wasnt because the opponent was weak. It was so high that I couldnt see the end. The person who was thought to be infinitely weak turned out to be a predator at the top of the food chain. To the extent that I dare not measure how strong or weak it is. So even though arge number of people surrounded him and put pressure on him, he was able to take the lead in the situation with such a rxed and skillful manner like a serpent. Because I only came as a member against such a person Of course, I had no choice but to face this result. The mission was as if the oue had already been predicted before it even started. I didnt understand why such a strong person hadnt been known until now, but anyway, that didnt matter at all now. Eden stared nkly at Jinhyeok as he approached the deer. and. Upon reaching Rybolt, Jinhyeok took out a fragment of light. Geuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu Thanks to the purification ritual, Raibault, who regained his sanity at least partially, was fighting with himself to regain his original self. Be patient. Ill get you out of the nightmare right away. Pachichik! Parts! White sparks shot out in all directions. Jinhyeok looked at the timing to dig inside. If you just go in naked, youll get caught up in that scare. If so [The unique holy spear Seraphim is activated!] The dazzling divine power was manifested in another form of light. A pair of beautiful wings unfolded, and a ray of golden light intervened in the primordial power deep within Ryebolts body. now! Wearing the Quick Crown, Jinhyeok increased the maximum eleration. Quaang! Footprints dug deep into the ground. Jinhyeoks body was already in front of Ryebolts nose. [The debris of light is injected! ] A fragment of light reached Ryebolts heart. Golden and purple waves intertwined and a tremendous storm arose. Unpredictable waves were intertwined as the magical energy repeated synchronization and sh. a little bit. Just a little more. Guuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu Ryebolts unfocused pupils quickly regained their vitality. But just then Wow! Unexpected mana intervened from the side. A beam of light covered with blue me rushed at a terrifying speed. The shield was created by Seraphims protection, but the moment Jinhyeok collided with the mes, he instinctively realized. That you cant stop it with just the shield you made while paying attention to Ryebolt. My body moved before I could make a decision. Whoops! A huge crater appeared in the ce where Jinhyeok was. A me that burns and burns. Its not like the Hellfire of the 9th circle. Its magic of a much higher order than that. Whee! Response is good. A woman with a pink ponytail whistled. Behind him was a ck-haired Asian man and a 2m tall Westerner. The magic that makes the swing bat rankers Ive yed with so far feel like babies. The sticky melted life was burdensome. At this timing Jinhyeok licked his lips. Because he knew very well who he was. * * * Returnee. It refers to those who have peaked in different dimensions and returned. There are about 30 such returnees in the Tower of Trials, but most of them have lived in seclusion without belonging to any faction. It is because many people feel tired of the world because they have been worn out in such a harsh ce. But there are exceptions in this world. There were those who felt the pleasure of power, money, fame, or just killing and cutting someone. Its been a while. Jinhyeok looked at the woman who cast the spell. The Mage of Pain, Clemence. He is a great mage of darkness who tortures others and drives them to death in various ways. A nightmare that alone upied the empire in a world where the Holy Empire had overwhelming authority. Clemence was nicknamed the Walking Apocalypse in the dimension she belonged to. The massacre magic, which started with monsters, reached the devil through the demons. In the end, it reached the empire and ordinary citizens who praised him as a hero. The annihtion of over tens of millions of people. In fact, the setting was that Clemence returned to this world again because there were no more creatures to kill in the empire. Kick Kick! Can you purify the infected seedlings in this way? Its fun. fun. Surely the primeval beings are worthy of entrusting the work directly to us. The other two are also tough guys. In contrast to the slender man who is spinning two chain scythes, a muscr man over 2m tall. They were returnees who conquered different worlds. Looks like youve been victimized by that human Ill give you a special chance. Clemence took out a vial containing a cloudy liquid. round and round The rapidly spinning ss bottle fell in front of Swing Bat and the mercenaries, including Eden. drink. Then you will be able to survive. Clemence put on a fishy smile. A poisoned chalice given by the devil. but. There was no choice for those who were on the verge of death. Ugh If I can buy it Kuh He put the ss bottle to his mouth with a trembling hand. A ck liquid trickled down his lips. for a moment. Eden tried to dissuade him. It was because he knew that those who appeared out of nowhere simply couldnt do him any favors. However, it was after all the members had already drank the liquid. Throbbing! My pulse, which had been dying, was beating like crazy. For a moment, the engineering crews eyes turned ck. Kuaaaa. Koooooo. Berserkers steeped in madness. Those infected by primordial blood could no longer be ssified as human. Kyahaha! You really drank that. Fools. Clemence pped, his eyes twinkling. Just looking at those who went crazy with intense pain and seeing their entire body tremble, even if they went crazy, they went mad. Its a madness I havent felt in a long time since I first met Casey and Jude Law. Jinhyuk let out a long sigh. It is said that things in the canyon are easily solved, but anyway, the terrible ancient guys wont leave them alone. I didnt expect to be able to capture those selfish returnees. [The First de is summoned!] Two daggers gently wrapped around my palms. Huh. You want to fight us? Since I dropped ashes in the finished rice, I need to beat at least one honey chestnut. Oh my gosh, Im afraid. Gentleman trying to hit thedy. Because this world is really harsh. Seeing that the wicked woman who grinds men alive is looking for a gentleman, my vomit is about toe out. done If you dont want to regret it after you die, youll have to take out all that great magic from the beginning. Pants! When the Grave of Swords was activated, a terrifying aura surged from the purple de. The atmosphere changed in an instant. The expression of the returnees changed 180 degrees at the momentum of Jinhyeok, who released his magic in earnest. Clements. I know. When the muscr man opened his mouth, Clemence tutted and clicked his tongue. Its too bad I cant kill a man like you here, but our n isnt an all-out war here. [Clement activates Dimensional Subspace!] Wow! A huge mouth appeared in the air and swallowed Rybolt as it was. shit. Was the main purpose of recovering Ryebolt? Whoever wants to. Jinhyeok immediately tried to elerate using the power of the crown. Right then. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! Those who were infected with the blood of the ancients rushed at Jinhyeok all at once. Various magic and attack skills poured like a storm. Awesome! Jinhyeok cut the entire space. Even if they were infected with the blood of the ancients, their basic specs were mediocre. Just as you cannot turn a pumpkin into a watermelon by drawing lines on it, the level to which you can ascend to Ganghwa is limited. but. Bye Bye. A prickly brother. Clemence had no intention of using these guys to kill Jinhyeok in the first ce. It was enough if it could be used just to buy a second of time. [Space movement has been activated.] As therge-scale space movement took ce, Clemence, Ryebolt, and the other two returnees disappeared from sight. An empty forest. Jinhyeok tousled his hair as he looked at where the reverberation of his magic remained. I ate a whole room right. still. Its not just a loss. [Currently tracking the location of Rybolt.] Jinhyeok fiddled with some of the fragments of light in his hand. The rest remained in Rybolts body, so this side also held a hidden card. In addition, fortunately, knowing the identities of the returnees and their personalities and characteristics also yed a big role. Knowing your favorite fighting style and method the probability of predicting the next move will also increase. I have to go back for now. I told Undine, but I was away for several hours without a promise. Now is the time to join the members and prepare for a new battle. Chapter 666 Chapter 666. Returners of the Tower (2) Right after the incident with Clemence, Jinhyeok returned to the vige inhabited by the spirit beasts. The members expressions hardened as they listened to what they had to say. Since a powerful enemy intervened out of nowhere, it was bound to be serious. Is the light spirit king passed into their hands? Chun Yuseong fiddled with his sword. The timing was bad. He came very determined and prepared. Jim has heard of returnees too. Ive met a few of them myself. Most of them are quiet, but there have been a few damn ones. Elise tapped her chin with her finger. Like Jinjo, who has lived for a long time, he also has a wealth of experience. By any chance, can I know the location where those so-called returnees went? If I knew the location, I would have more ways to deal with it. I might be a little helpful if I take an entry route or a side road. It seems to have moved towards the Fairy Spring. In response to Pesis question, Jinhyeok revealed the location tracked by the reverberation of light remaining in Rybolt. Then, this time, a heavy groan came from the elders side. Its a ce where our side doesnt affect us. Even if we go, we went to a ce like that. Fairy spring water is literally a sanctuary filled with the spirits of fairies in the canyon. It was a ce where even spirit beasts who respected each other did not approach it recklessly out of respect. If you choose to go there, there must be a reason. In order to capture the gorge and recover the Spirit King, well have to fight against each other there. Its quite painful to have the preupation of the ce taken away, but isnt it a much better situation than those who ask if its a primeval existence? Yeah. Even with a simple calction, the win rate is 10 times higher. Yeah. Because ourpany president is a monster who even blocked the covenant. In front of the owner, whether a returnee or a godhead, they are nothing more than paper tigers. Mosquito yee! The members of the reliable Goinmul Corporation sent overwhelming support. My heart is about to throb a little. I had a lot of trouble getting along with the kids who were so selfish and didnt listen to me, but I felt it was a little worthwhile to sacrifice and work hard. Anyway, I got caught earlier, what the hell is that person? Elise pointed her finger at someone. The engineering chief, who had lost all hisrades because of Clemence, was standing in a corner. Im a loser who got in the wrong line. But Im a bit witty, so I survived by myself. He was the only one who escaped harm because he did not drink the blood of the primordial. Although he lost everything in an instant and looked shocked. Still, one goal seemed certain. Revenge for the swing bat colleagues who shared the joys and sorrows. Be a disabled person or die and go by their side. Finally, you have toplete the task before you can move on to the next one. I will do anything you ask me to do. If you ask me for the information I know, I will give it to you. So let me join you in the fight. Can you tell me everything about Seo Jung-hee? She has a contract with someone else and I want to know how she can move. I dont know everything either, but I have some data Ive saved on a USB just in case. Ill give you all of them. Not bad. And one more. Jinhyuk nodded and added a word. Im the type to sleep well when I pay back 100 times to whoever touches me, but if I move outside the tower, there are a lot of restrictions because of the bridle of thew. Is it okay if I let you have a solo date with Seo Jung-hee? Yeah. Its good that hemunicates well, probably because hes the engineering chief. Since he can handle the dirty work outside the tower, he has enough qualifications to enter as an intern at the Goinmul Corporation. I havent even been able to copy the ability yet. Although it was an ability that belonged to the lowest ss for a unique spear, it was useful enough as a material to fuse with other unique spears. Now that the direction has been set, it is time to check what the other person is thinking. Jinhyeok took out one of the several cards he had in mind. * * * A valley overflowing with beautiful spring water. Strange intruders have appeared in thend where cute fairies live peacefully. Sweet children. I cant wait to see those happy smiles distorted by pain. Oh, no. Ill have to put some of them alive in formalin and put them on disy! Even though youre a returnee, your taste is really hard to adapt to. Gigkick! Why? I like it because its unpretentious and honest? The returnees moved to the ce where the spring water was. huh? what? What is it? The fairies who were joking among themselves tilted their heads at the outsider. It was customary for the inhabitants, even the gods, not to touch the fairies. This is because they have built an ecosystem that is cut off from the outside world and has no interests with any race. In addition, if the fairies were killed, the curse of those who sought bnce in the tower, including the administrators, had been put down, so there was no reason to do anything more. It is said that no one will be interested unless it is a bunch of crazy killers. but. Unfortunately, for those who regard curses as their daily lives, such things could not be threatened. Lets get started. [Clemence activates his unique ability, Necropolis!] As the maddened great mage radiated magical energy, the forest instantly turned ck. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Huge ribs jutted out of the fountain. Between the trees and grass, grudges and ghosts began to appear. Apletely changedndscape. The demondscape flooded with ominous waves created an atmosphere as if the world on the 50th floor had been moved. When the stage was ready, a muscr man poured ancient blood into the spring. [Primeval Blood is injected!] [Shadow Seedlings without an owner grow rapidly!] Kieeeee! A sharp scream pierced the eardrums of the fairies who had not yet grasped the situation. It was a creepy scream that blew away the strings of consciousness at once. Excellent sorghum The spiritless fairies fell to the ground as they were. It was a race that was well versed in magic in its own way, but it was not enough to withstand the primeval power from the front. As soon as they hit the ground, the grudges entered the bodies of the fairies. keek! Dark red blood poured out. The heart quickly lost its function. But thats for a while. Kuhkeyeeee! Kyaaaaaagh! The fairies foreheads were ripped open and a third eye sprouted from within. There is no such thing as a cute appearance. Now they have been transformed into demons with sharp teeth and ws. An army of thousands of fairies was born. Among them was Raebolt, who was once the king of light spirits. Its not bad workmanship. Hwiyu. They said they killed even a god in that world, and thats amazing. Didnt they say that all the dead children while the Necropolis was active be your subordinates? Its that kind of ability. Well, since the troops are roughly equipped with this, shall we do some treasure hunting while preparing to wee the guests? A clue to a certain book is hidden somewhere in this canyon. I didnt know exactly what it was, but I didnt have to know what the primeval beings wanted. It was something I shouldnt have paid attention to. Just to achieve the purpose neatly as requested. We knew from experience that it was the safest path for each other. Immediately, the returnees began an extensive search using the spring as a base. * * * After about an hour. Jinhyeok and the members arrived at a ce a little far from the spring water. contractor. Alice muttered with a stiff face. Its awful. Youre doing too much. Woo-wook. Mogiyii . They are 1 million times more terrible and have no humanity than their master. The rest of the members also frowned. Nausea naturally welled up at the sight of the fairies and the forest that had changed so horribly. Did I choose this ce for the synergy between Necropolis and saplings? Jinhyuk slowly looked around. Except for the fact that it is simply disgusting, it certainly boasts extreme efficiency. The fairies live in groups and have little contact with the outside world, so how they will fight or what their main abilities or tactics will be because everything was unknown. It will be very burdensome for the opponent to enter this area. Besides, it would be several times more difficult because it would have done its own spec-up with the power of the sapling. If I just pushed with force, there was a risk of getting my ankle caught. Then only the returnees would do good things. If their goal was also to secure clues about the Necronomicon, they would definitely try to spend as much time as possible. Give me three minutes and I will find the best route to get inside. Then, Ill make my next n based on that. While Pesis was activating its abilities, Jinhyeok carefully conceived the most optimal strategy. But just then Cuckoo coo! Something huge rose from among the fairies. Colorful ores. These are Magic Stones. It was the first time that even Jin-hyeok had seen that amount of magic stones gathered in one ce, since they had only collected high-purity and rare items. A blinding light hit my retina. But another emotion pierced me much more intensely than the feeling of being beautiful or awesome. was disappointing. Mosquito yee! The sweet potatos eyes were stained with appetite. For ancient dragons in their prime of growth, magic stones are the most important source of energy. Not to mention, with suchrge and rare magic stones, there were more than enough to blow away the reason. Before I had time to reverse summon it to subspace, the sweet potato kicked out of its seat and flew forward. The chance of the surprise attack being sessful is now 0.0012%, huh. Frey quietly muttered the calction. Even if you dont have to remind them, you cant avoid the situation where you advertise that this side has invaded. I cant help it. Jinhyeok pressed his throbbing temple and pulled out the first de. It doesnt suit Jims personality to fight that can make his head hurt. Ha ha ha! This body in charge of Apocalypse is also best suited for frontal breakthrough! Alice and Behemoth also summoned their respective weapons. Cuckoo Cuckoo! Power that could overwhelm even if it sticks with any giant god of mythology moved. Keeeee! Keeeee! The tainted fairies immediately charged. You cant kill me! If you kill fairies, troublesome curses stick to you. The returnees dont care about curses, but this side will be in trouble in many ways if there are restrictions on climbing the tower. At themand of Jinhyeok, the fighting style was changed from killing to subduing. Pupper puck! Behemoth blew away the flying fairies with the side of his greatsword. Keeek! Gagging! Spewing corn in their mouths, the flying fairies wriggled on the floor. Elises skewer also mercilessly blew away the fairies limbs. Needless to say, Cheon Yuseong was originally a murder weapon. Its true that he definitely wont kill me, but I thought Id have to worry about whether or not I should curse the canyon if I just kept breathing. About a minute had passed since the battle had taken ce. that buck Among the fairies, a person I once met appeared. Hmm. The rm went off loud, so I went to see it, and it seemed like a big deal? This is Clemence, the Great Mage of Pain. Chapter 667 Chapter 667. Returners of the Tower (3) Yeah, everyone is doing it one by one. Even in the world I went to, there werent many kids with this kind of bloody magic. Clemence looked at the members one by one and eximed. Then, the conversation proceeded leisurely. But why dont you take the time to introduce yourself and fight? Someone said that knowing the name of the person to be killed would make the path a little easier. Talking nonsensically is not to build friendships. It must be to buy time for the remaining two returnees to find clues to the Necronomicon. Ellis. I was just about to get annoyed to hear that loud voice. [Ellis activates Festival of Vampires!] Bats made of blood appeared one by one, and the number quickly increased to thousands. Vampire bats filled the sky. What they were aiming for was Clemence. Pupper puffer puck! Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! The overwhelming firepower was concentrated enough to turn the spring water red. The ground turned into a muddy field and the canyon copsed, cascading shards of rock. As if that wasnt enough, the remaining bats flew in swarms to shatter the next prey. You were aiming without the fairies, right? My mercy is not wide enough to care about the safety of the little things. Elise turned her head away with a grim expression on her face. Anyway, it was a mistake to ask this ignorant vampire for a delicate favor. still. The value of Jinjos name is a wide range of skills. Cough Cough! Clemence, who was in the middle of the explosion, coughed up blood and slowly got up. His whole body was in tatters, but his breath was not interrupted. On the contrary, he trembled slightly as if he liked the current attack. [The magic of pleasure has been charged due to the intense pain.] If the pain exceeds a certain level, the brain secretes arge amount of adrenaline. Before the mind copses from unbearable pain, the body uses a strategy to protect itself. and. Clemence had the ability to turn that pleasure back into magical power. The more you feel intense pain. This means that you will be able to fire more powerful magic. Kyahahaha! Its the first time Ive ever seen kids this hot! More more! Hot enough to burn my brain! Youre out of your mind. Chun Yuseong frowned. I wanted to say that you and he are essentially no different, but I tried to hold it in. There wont be a need to increase the number of enemies to two at this timing. It was then that a green light emanated from the ground. [Clemence activates Necropolis C Screaming Earth!] Ku-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Terrible energy poured from the great mages staff. Arge-scale wide-area skill. The wide-area technique that puts the entire spring water in range gave terrible pain just by staying still in the space. Keugh! What kind of ability It feels like my skin is tearing. Heavy moans came from everywhere. The power to inflict pain on everyone, including yourself, and convert it back into magical power to utilize it infinitely. Why dont you know this good thing and everyone hates it like that? Once you get used to it, nothing is as thrilling as this. haha thats awesome. Clemence moved slowly with a flushed face. When he swung his staff once more, green spheres appeared one after another in the air. at the same time. Keeeh! Keeeeeee! Small spheres were created from the mouths of the fairies filling the air. Fairys Breath is much less powerful on a simr principle to the dragons breath, but the problem is that number. It would be hard to ignore if thousands of lights were pointing this way at the same time. Gumaya! Mo mosquito yi yi! Sweet Potato, who put everyone in a predicament while eating the magic stones, stood at the forefront of the party. His mouth was full of leftover magic crystal crumbs, but he seemed to know that he had done something wrong. [Sweet Potato activates Breath!] Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwa! Thousands of small lights collided with huge mes. The storm caused by the impact changed the area of the forest once more. * * * Jinhyeok looked over the rising mes. Still, it offsets it. The mana he gathered like a glutton is considerable. This would be enough to y a role in the uing war with ancient dragons and dragons. However, before he had time to catch his breath, Clemences attack continued. Pupperpuppung! The green spheres evaporated the entire area where the party was. Acrid smoke billowed from the ground hit by the acidic sphere. [The fairies breath is activated again!] After earning one beat, it tries to move again from the other side. Besides, the problem wasnt just the fairies and Clemence. [Lybolt, the spirit of light, activates Eternal Chain Lightning!] Raybolt, who was gathering mana at the back, released his ability. Pachichik Parts! Lightning rides the ground and flies. Defense was only possible by instinctively moving ording to the timing of the activation of the ability, not by seeing and responding. Of course, that is also possible under normal conditions. Now that the whole body is suffering from acute pain due to Clemences ability, it is inevitable that it will be difficult to optimize the movement. only one. Except for the homunculus, which had the body of a doll in the first ce. hooked! hooked! At the same time as Frey stuck two daggers into the ground, chain lightning rode the daggers and shot up into the sky. It was a tight timing. If I had allowed that one shot that I had umted for about 5 minutes, one person would have been in a situation where they were unable to fight. good job. Frey. Frey bowed her head. It looks like the corners of his mouth are slightly twisted, but that must be an illusion. It was impossible for a homunculus tough. by the way. There will be no end to this. I agree. Its a typical pattern for those who want to pass the time. Chun Yoo-seong cut off the raging magic and bit his mrs. It seems that the drug is getting closer to the fact that they dont give distance easily and shoot their skills from afar. thats right. I will try to drag it into a long-term game rather than a quick game. If so, what are you nning to do? Me and Ellis will be in charge of that perverted mage, so can you and Pesis-san pursue the rest of the returnees? You want me to deal with that clue or something before you find it. Thats right. But why do I have to chase after me out of shape? Wouldnt it look like hes wagging his tail in fear of Clemence or something like this? This hunk of ego stumbles over everything. Did you get a fatal disease if you obeyed? The nutmeg character came to mind up to verse 4, but Jinhyeok managed his expression as much as possible and put his hand on Cheon Yuseongs shoulder. Because you are the only one who can deal with two returnees. Besides, it is much more difficult to find an enemy who is determined and hiding than an enemy in front of you. Eyes full of guns turned to Chun Yoo-seong. Even the hand on his shoulder felt hot and strong. Only then did Chun Yuseong smile, full of arrogance. Well, one person is probably the limit for you, but I can handle at least two people. I dont know anything else, but I think I can still use one eye for people. Nuye Nuye. You are right. Contrary to his inner thoughts, Jinhyuk nodded. i get it. that thing. let me take over. Oh and. The item I gave you earlier in the forest. If you find yourself in a dangerous situation, be sure to use it. Understand? Id rather die if I die, and I wont be able to use that item. damn it! Didnt I say that I wouldnt ept it in the first ce! Hey. again like that Im sure there will be something helpful. Dont just look at it too skewed, and use it when you feel like it. Sheesh! Take good care of yourself. Chun Yoo-seong left with spirits, Pesis, Jack Eden, and Behemoth that might be helpful in the pursuit. Oh my goodness. Would it be bitter if I sold my eyes for such a prettydy? Clemence immediately struck down Chun You-seong, who was trying to escape from the necropolis. Whoa! Dozens of blue-green orbs blinked. [The special skill Grudge of the Holy Empire is activated!] The feelings of pain and sorrow felt by those he has killed. That sphere is the condensation of that. If you even brush it, the memories of hundreds of thousands of tortures will be reproduced on the subject. That moment. chump chump chump! The dozens of des sliced through the sphere and then passed through Clemences body. Puffer Puck! A fountain of blood gushed out along the wound. I couldnt even see the trajectory of how they attacked. Bigbillion!? Clements eyes widened. Jinhyeok, who opened the in sword, blocked Chun Yuseongs retreat. Youd better focus on me. Pain you like. Because I can make you feel very sick before you die. Easy to crack in moderation. Youre going to conquer the world and kill me? With just one shot of this? The madness in his eyes grew even thicker, perhaps because the words he had just said scratched his pride. A different level of magical power radiated from the cane that was extended forward. [Clemence activates his unique spear Forgotton Empire!] Cuckoo Cuckoo! The once thriving Holy Empire. And all those who died there are brought to life once again. Kuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu For the emperorhis majesty. An absurd number of legions of undead slowly began to emerge from the ground. It was an all-out war that mobilized all kinds of monsters, including knights, wizards, and demons, as well as ordinary citizens. Now is the climax. Jinhyeok opened the subspace. Its time to take out the hidden card youve been saving for this moment. [Reward packages for finding returnees will be opened!] Returnees who have a hard time figuring out the exact number. There are several rewards just for finding them, but since youve found Clemence and the other two returnees, there should be some pretty good ones. What kind of things are you going to give me? I hope its something useful in battle. 1 [Copy Free Pass Ticket] In return for finding three returnees that are difficult to encounter even one, you will be able to copy one of the uniqueness windows, abilities, or skills of any of the three returnees. 2 [Call of returnee Medray] A key figure who ys the most important role among the returnees. Medrays current location is unknown, but if you use this item, you will be able to summon Medray to your side only once. There are.) Shit. To say that it is a happy situation is to say that right now. Copy free pass ticket and face-to-face ticket with Medray, the core returner. Both were invaluable rewards in the current situation. It is said that it is impossible to decide on one easily. The opportunity cost of giving up one and the utilization of each reward, and even the impact that choice will have on the future. There are dozens of things to consider. however. [The time to select an item is 0H : 0M : 29S from now on.] The time limit was damn short. You have to make a choice. very quickly too. Chapter 668 Chapter 668. Hot-blooded warrior (1) There are two options. Jinhyuk bit his lip. The monopoly privilege obtained by the first conqueror of the tower is not good at times like this. Its rather easy to make a decision if theres something in between. Its usually not a headache to throw in the best ones and ask them to choose. [Remaining time: 0H : 0M : 3S] I had a lot of thoughts for a short time, but I finally made a decision. [Returner selected Medrays Call.] Although it was possible ording to the conditions of the acolyte, it was close to impossible to find the determined and hiding Medray. Even Jinhyeok couldnt pinpoint the exact location because he kept moving from ce to ce. For now, Ill have to keep this until the exact timinges. Jinhyeok, who received the parchment with the seal on it, looked forward again. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah Kwah! What are you doing if you are suddenly all alone? Stupid contractor! Alice poured red skewers and stood by Jinhyeok. It was a bonus that he spread his wings wide and wrapped around Jinhyeoks body. He was so focused on the moment that he was not even aware of how the battle was going. sorry. Sheesh! If you apologize with such a face, you cant say anything, can you? If youre more alert, move faster. those guys Because its not easy. thud! thud! thud! shaking axis. The sight of the Empires undead moving was unrealistic. [Shadow seedlings without an owner are nearing full bloom!] Kieeeee! Now, the seedlings that have grown to more than 10m are screaming grotesquely. As the ancient magical energy was injected into the Necropolis, Clemences unique spear emitted a terrifying force. For the Empire and the Emperor Humans tear them apart. Even the knights who once defended the empire. The demons who preyed on fear and fear from humans. Everyone became corpses and fell into the position of obeying Clemences orders. There are too many troops. huh. Frey, who had already opened the uniqueness window, was leading her puppets against the enemies. Although the alter egos, borately matched by doll y, were struggling, the number of enemies was too many. If it hadnt been for the primeval magic, it would have been much easier. The shadow sapling without an owner and Clemences Necropolis, and Ryebolts synergy, raised the level of difficulty several times. Pupper puck! Every time the short spear crossed the air, dozens of undead fell from side to side. At the same time, several times more troops shrieked and closed the distance. Mosquito yee yee! In the middle of it, the sweet potatos breath exploded. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Thousands of undead evaporated on the spot as a single sh of light crossed. It is truly an ancient type of breath. oh. be envious Ive never killed so many lives in one shot. Clemences eyes twinkled. Seeing him blushing and trembling all over made me think of disgust again. Still, the reason why they are so rxed is probably because they still have a huge army. I also kept the most powerful and tricky undead. First of all, the key is to remove the shadow saplings without a cursed owner and destroy the Necropolis. Only then will we be able to free Raebolt and halve the power of that gigantic corps. Cover me. Alice. Are you going to dig into it? There is no end to attrition warfare. We have to see the match while we can afford it. i get it. Alice nodded and cut the skewer into even finer pieces. The red rain that filled the sky turned into showers and began to pour. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! The road was gradually opened by the relentless bombardment. [Ellis activates Blood Field!] [The power of the sapling is reduced by 30%!] The power of pure blood that even reduces the primeval power. When one of the towers absolutes exerted its full power, a red path was created, stained with the blood of corpses. It is a sight that is hard to believe. now! Jinhyeoks body wearing the Swift Crown became the wind and disappeared. Quaang! It was only after the footsteps left deep in the ce where they had jumped that the sound resonated. [The Heavenly Demon Divine Sword Daegun Macheon is activated!] The ck, runaway Gangi cut everything in sight. It is an overwhelming majesty that makes numbers colorless. Hey. Are you aiming for the heart right here? You see me as water too. Clemence looked at Jinhyeok who was rushing at high speed. I am not being careless. Although he had never met him directly, he had heard enough from ancient beings about how dangerous a human named Kang Jin-hyeok was. Needless to say, Elise reached her prime. but. He himself conquered a world. It is by no means an area of luck or effort. It is only when the chosen genius has all the potential he has that he can reach the pinnacle. There was even a hidden card from the ancient beings, so the odds of winning were more than enough. Didnt you tell me that it would make me suffer like Ive never experienced before? Its such an exciting sweet whisper. Im so excited that I cant stand it. Ill make you feel the same pain in return. If the opponent chose to break through head-on, there would be no need to save the cards they were holding. [The fairys serenade Aqua de is activated!] A huge whirlpool was created in the middle of the spring, and a huge drop of water appeared. The water droplets, which rotated at super-high speed, gradually increased their speed, and soon turned into thin swords. Cutting power that can even cut diamonds. Dozens of swords made of water poured into Jinhyeok. at the same time. Took! fault! Knights in white armor who were hiding among the undead monsters came out. The Imperial Sword. All of them are sword saints who have cut down high-ranking demons and deities of another world. The indigo-colored aura de, which rose several meters, moved in all directions. There. [Demon King Tarmilias activates Yellow Red me Cannon!] [Demon King Murukan activates Red me Cannon!] The 6 horns on the Demon Kings head spew mes entwined in yellow and red. lost. *** We must hurry. In addition to Cheonyuseong, Behemoth Jack Eden, Fried and Hooded Cranes, five other spirit beasts moved in another direction of the spring water. As I passed through the valley and went deep into the depths, I began to feel the waves of magical energy that I had felt earlier even more intensely. That way! The gnome, sniffing the soil, pointed in the direction of the tangled canyon. He sensed the mixed magical powers unique to returnees. The 2nd and 6 7 11 are dangerous and the 3 4 10 road is enchanted with rms. The safest is the 5th route. As the gnomes got the general direction, Phesis provided the details. good. Chun Yoo-seongs eyes changed fiercely. A chance to prove that you are running better than Jinhyeok! This time, I have to tell the whole world that my strength is the best in the old person corporation. Quaang! Chun Yoo-seong, who had been seated, sprinted forward at once. Go with me! What is so fast? Miyooooo! The spirit beasts chased Cheon Yoo-seong in a hurry. Its quite right. Is it because I went with that devil? Great for a human. Behemoth also eximed a small exmation while looking at the well-captured magic power of Cheon Yoo-seong. This noble body will help you a little. me too! [The Hooded Cranes activates Weather Change!] [The Sylphid activates Wind Protection!] The two winds softly pushed my back. The steps he took became lighter and elerated. how long has it been like that? Following the guidance of Phesis and the gnomes, a subtle sense of incongruity was felt in the ce where they moved. Chun Yoo-seongs footsteps stopped at a certain point. Standing tall there, stare into empty space. Come out. sereung. A bloody strong breath formed from the drawn sword. Hoo. Did you figure it out? Kick Kick! Quite right. I was going to cut you down if you took one more step. Two shadows appeared in the darkness. A short ck-haired Asian male. In contrast, he is a muscr man with white hair. Gensuke Tadayoshi, an assassin who has returned from the world where samurai and ninjas live. Ian Gregory, a human hunter who returned from a world ruled by vampires, are all monsters with the same power as Clemence. The two of them seemed to be focused on finding something just a moment ago, and there was dust all over the ce. I will deal with one guy. Chun Youseong bent his sword at an angle. Judging from the fact that the two of them went together from the beginning, they must be the type that creates synergy when they are together rather than individual exhibitions. The first thing to do is to eliminate the enemys strengths. Then itsfortable for us. Crunchy! Behemoth broke his knuckles. Fried also spread his wings wide and gathered the me feathers. [Cheon Yoo-seong activates Battlefield Selection!] [All stats increase by 20% due to the effect of Ilgito!] Parts a transparent curtain opened. Cheon Yoo-seongs special skill that forces a 1:1 match against one target. however. Beep Big! Along with the red status window, the disconnected world was shattered. [Ilgitos effect is limited.] Youre using shallow water. Its a pity, but its because breaking barriers and spells is my specialty. Gregory was wearing gloves with a red cross on them. A predator who became addicted to the taste of blood while hunting vampires and ate both vampires and humans. Half-man, half-bird Gregory clicked his middle finger and thumb. Fuck! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! As the drops of blood exploded, a thick fog of blood rose up in the area. I cant see my eyesight It wasnt just blinding sight, it was a skill that even distorted the signs of magical power. Chunk! Chunk! From that point on, the sound of shing irons echoed here and there in the valley. charrrrr kwa kwa kwa kwa kwak! Chain scythes and poison needles and other memorizations poured in. The number of traps is not one or two, as if he had predicted that this side could attack. Quaang! Chun Yoo-seongs palm trembled slightly as he struck out the memorized words. heavy. I felt an indescribable mass in eachmendation. [Gensuke activates Invitation to Darkness!] Slowly ck mist slowly rose between the red drops of blood. Im not as strong in one-on-one like you, but Im quite confident in ambush in the dark. Kick kick. The light ispletely gone. Sound, smell, warmth, even magical power. Even a small clue is needed to determine the location of the enemy. The darkness that blocked everythingpletely isted all senses. right rear! Quaang! Predicting that he would deliberately aim for an opening that was slightly visible worked. Chun Yoo-seong, who found a sense of distance while deflecting the attack, rapidly widened the distance. The lost sight has returned. But its only a temporary measure. If you close the distance, you will have to fight while losing your senses again. Thepatibility is bad. Swordsmanship is not an optimal solution for those two. The most appropriate way to deal with those who use darkness and blood in that way is divine power. You will need someone with superpowers. Damn it. Chun Yuseong spat out a curse. It was because Jinhyeoks giggling face came to mind in his mind. The item must have been given for a time like this. Even though I dont know what kind of abilities those two returnees have, I gave them exactly what they needed as if they had foreseen this situation. The situation where I felt like a puppet made me crazy, but I couldnt help it. Chun Yoo-seong took out an item from his bosom. It was a badge in the shape of a lion. [The special item Hot Blooded Warrior is activated!] Ugh! Country-style and magnificent music of the 90s was yed on the rainbow-colored badge. Chun Youseong lowered his head with a resigned face. Actually, I didnt want to write this much. If the String of Faith was a rare item that could freely summon allies from the lower levels, the Ardent Warrior is an item that allows you to summon allies to the upper levels if special conditions are met. However, there is a fatal w here. The deity of the other world, who was crazy about concept quality, demanded that he be equipped with appropriate lines and clothes in order to use this item. [Item users clothes are newly customized!] Blue chewy leggings that look like theylle out in a previous generation. The sword in his hand had turned into a lightsaber before he knew it. What are you doing? Kick-kick-kick-kick-kick! Wow, this information said that he had a serious personality, but he was a gag character, right? Ha ha ha! Gregory and Gensukes words pierced my heart. I could see that even the colleagues who came with me were struggling to contain theirughter. I want to die. However, being looked down upon by Jinhyeok for failing in his mission was what he hated more than death. Chun Youseong bit his mrs again while looking at the instruction manual written on the note. A voice that seemed to swallow molten iron flowed out a secondter. The deceased Corporation Blue. The moment of crisis of desperation. I will call a colleague to save the hero! Chun Yoo-seong posed towards the sky. [Parrara Parabababam!] The tempo of the music changed solemnly. That moment. Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa! The sh of a star that fell from the sky. Pi PhiPink of the Gogoinmul Corporation! We respond to the call and join the battle! A pink saintess descended with golden divine power. Chapter 669 Chapter 669. Fiery Warrior (2) About 1 minute before Chun Yu-seong used the item. Outside the tower, arge-scale fundraising event was being held. Europesrge guilds and prestigious nobles. And it is for the reason that various influencers will gather in one ce to collect funds and manpower to attack the Tower of Trials. As long as the cause of humanity is at stake. Everyone should actively participate. Of course, among them was the Rosenberg family, a prestigious family in Europe. again. When a blonde woman in a light blue dress appeared, the hotel became noisy. All of the men and women gathered here imed to be in their own way, but they were nothingpared to Teresa. Wow. look over there. Hoo. Theresa. The saintess who saved Amsterdam, right? Its like the Rosenberg family, which produced generations of heroes who saved the country. But there hasnt been much activity since then. I heard that you left the Zion Guild in the middle, but it doesnt seem like you belonged anywhere. A number of questionable reactions came out, but they melted away at the innocence of Teresa, who was smiling brightly. If there was a first-ss bride that everyone wanted, there was no choice but to pick Teresa. Until you hear music that ispletely out of touch with the high-ss atmosphere of this ce. [Bara bam bam! Parara bam bam bam!] The childish and loud songpletely buried the beautiful melody of the orchestra. What is it? Who is ying this prank all of a sudden? What are the guards doing! Without turning off that weird music right now? How much did we spend on security! Embarrassed guests eachined. Confusion was further aggravated by the unknown situation. but only one. To Teresa, the status window that could exin this situation was blinking. [A colleague is in danger. The Goinmul Corporation strongly demands your help.] Jinhyeok? When I heard the word dangerous, Jinhyuks face came to my mind first. I even heard that you were going to explore the ruins on the 30th floor with Cheon Yoo-seong, but I never thought they would be in a dangerous situation. This is not the time to be leisurely doing charity events. however. As she read the conditions for epting the help, Teresas face turned earthy. Because it reminded me of a terrible nightmare from the past. C Magical Princess Pingresa C Lawrencias puberty has been going on for over 20 years. -Pink of the Special Forces Corps protecting Amsterdam. C I love you, Pink Ranger, etc. There were literally hundreds of nicknames. From social mediaments, including media outlets and View Tube. Even advertisements that have never been permitted. It has garnered public attention. I didnt say anything, but there were countless memories that I wanted to humiliate. however. I erased everyones memories with the fountain of oblivion! I never thought Id walk into that nightmare swamp once again. Crazy crazy. The nape of Teresas neck was dyed red like persimmon. It felt like my legs would loosen up simply by recollecting my memories. Normally, it would be a story that you dont even need to consider. However, what is on the scale right now is the life of the most precious person. The dark history that will be passed down from generation to generation of the Rosenberg family, including Jin-hyeoks life and sons and daughters. The trouble was not long. [The subject responds to the call.] [Teresas outfit is customized.] Mr. Theresa? huh? Abbabeob Peoples mouths gaped nkly. Ooh my daughter Growl. Teresas family copsed on the spot, biting into crab foam. like that. upholding justice and love. Ill go! Pink from the Dead Man Corporation was summoned to the Tower. * * * Cuckoo coo coo! Jinhyeok, who saw the falling light in the distance, gave an evil smile. Judging by the appearance, it was clear that Chun Yoo-seong used the special item Hot Blooded Warrior. child. Im going to use it for sure, but I always take it off once in a while. In fact, I would be d to see a situation where attention can be focused like that. To be honest with Teresa, I felt a little sorry for her, but it would be okay since she made her own choice, not forced. Maybe behind the naive face is full of gwanjonggi. On the other hand. That direction Clemences eyes narrowed while he was leisurely resolving the battle. West of Yotleam Gorge. This is where Gregory and Gensuke went to find the clues they received from the Primordial Beings. I hid as much traces as possible and moved confidentially, but I never thought Id figure out the location in such a short amount of time. Its not that the tentacles were trembling for nothing. To my wonderful brother and colleagues? Even though we did a lot of hateful things. If you knew, why dont you step back now? Then I wont even take your life. Oh my goodness. Its a nice suggestion, but what is it? I was honestly a little surprised to find the location of the two, but that wouldnt change the oue. Those two are men who have returned after peaking in a world that is quite dreadful. Youd better give up hope. what would it be Gregory, who returned after taking a matchless shot in the world of bloodstained vampires, and Gensuke, who peaked in a world where ambushes attack even when going to the bathroom after eating, are among the strong among the returnees. but. well. I think youd better give up hope Jinhyeok smiled. Our members are the elite who survived in a harsher group than that. Worst difficulty in the world. Being able to endure without being cut off from the dead person corporation is an area that only real people can do. Even if I say a hundred words, there will be no use. We can checkter to see who is right. Clemence climbed onto the staff. And soared high into the sky [Clemence activates Circle 10 Deep Horizon Pain!] [Ryebolt activates Rayna Daylight!] [Casting time is 5 minutes.] Two chanting started. A great magic that a great mage spends a few minutes to spread. The downside is that the casting time is long, but once you memorize the chant to the end, you will have a shot that boasts a one-hit kill. There are any number of dolls for the purpose of earning time. Well, there are undead inrge numbers to the point of rotting, escorting Clemence. but. Because I believed in such strong troops and did not use all the cards at once, I was able to take advantage of all the benefits on this side with a margin. Sparks flew from Jinhyuks eyes. [Eye of Gluttony has pierced all the protective barriers around the target.] [Details of copying conditions have been unlocked.] Like a great mage who dominated the world, in order to respond to unexpected mental attacks I put up a wall even if it was veryyered. It must be because of the habit of prioritizing ones own safety due to the rtively weak nature of wizards. So, the most important radiation conditions could not be confirmed, but they seeded in finding gaps using ancient barriers. ruler. Then where should I see you? The Forgotten Empire, which can use the people it killed as its subordinates, was a unique spear that I coveted. If you can summon the powerful enemies youve defeated so far, it will be of infinite use. Various named monsters and boss monsters that Jinhyeok faced since he first entered the tower. And I thought of the residents and deities. It will take restrictions on your proficiency, but in the end you will be able to lead a huge army of dead people. Even in order to face the primeval beings and the final enemy above them Ill be sure to save it as a collection in my library. No matter what conditions arise, I will definitely achieve them. I was so determined The moment I saw the status window that followed, my heart that felt like iron blood melted. [Copy Conditions: In order to copy Clements ability, you must be able to deeply empathize with and understand pain just like her. Realize the nature of pleasure with her. If you do, you will be able to copy one of Clemences unique ability or skill. His expression was crumpled like a piece of paper. damn it I thought it was a dream, so I read it again, but the text on the status window didnt change. It is true that there is a saying that if you cannot avoid it, enjoy it. The question is, does it make sense to enjoy the pain more than that pervert? As a reward, the regret that I should have chosen the photocopy free pass instead of Medray flooded over me. But its already toote. The die has been cast and now we have no choice but to act ordingly. Jinhyeok is a pachichik! Pants! The two sparks merged together. The terrifying storm of magical power looked as if it would pierce the air and reach this side at any moment. If you get hit by that, it will hurt terribly. To deliberately allow attacks to enjoy the pain without using Stars Protection or 1 second invincibility. Thinking about it again, the system of the Tower of Trials was not normal. contractor! What are you doing! Without attacking quickly! Elise had a band of blood around her neck. He was unable to help Jinhyeok because he was dealing with thousands of enemies alone, but he was aware of what was best to do now. Its most likely to attack before casting is over, yes. Frey also helped. but. Jinhyeok stood there and waited for the enemy to attack. A situation inevitably felt as an iprehensible action. At least, there was always a reasonable reason for Jinhyeoks actions so far, so he didnt give any more warning. And right at that moment. Its over! Two lights shed along with Clemences shout. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! The skill that ran in a straight line swallowed Jinhyeok whole. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! What followed was a huge shockwave. * * * Contractor! Elise screamed. Jinhyeok, who was hit by the light without activating his skills,y down. But the anxious feelings did notst long. He confirmed that Jinhyeok was staggering to his feet. thank god. Elise let out a long sigh of relief. Right then. Ahhmm. Jinhyeok bit his index finger and made a strange expression. No matter who saw it, it seemed that he felt a sense that he shouldnt have felt from the previous attack. Elise looked at her with contempt. Can you stop looking at me like that? Its not that I dont want to do it either. shit. I cant say that the copy conditions are like that. It was frustrating and maddening. It seems that even Frey is looking at it with the same eyes. All of a sudden, it seemed like he was being cornered as the best pervert in the world. Jinhyuk tried to calm his trembling hands and feet. Its already been stigmatized. Lets say it cant be helped. Still, Im d I got the ability Huh? While checking the status window, Jinhyeoks pupils widened once again. [The level of empathy for pain did not reach the top level.] [Currently, the limit is to choose between special ability and skill.] Half goal achieved. There was still a long way to go before getting a unique spear. Chapter 670 Chapter 670. Uninvited Guest (1) Mmm . What the hell is going on? Elise nkly looked at Jinhyeok, who was bing rags from the attack. Kwaaang! Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwam! Sorry. Huh! Aha! Watching the world get hit by the enemys attack with an unpleasant and strange expression on my face I feel like Im going crazy. Roaring! sphemy! They can be burned, frozen, pierced or cut by sharp thorns, etc. Normally, it was normal to writhe in pain. However, Jinhyeok reminded him of his red face and was biting his appetite with all kinds of pain. Seeing the blood dripping from his eyes, it was impossible to tell who was undead and who was human. Whoa. A deep sigh escaped Alices mouth. I had known for a long time that the contractor was not normal, but somehow the symptoms seemed to be getting worse as I went. ording to my calctions, there is a 99.98% chance of being a pervert, or a 0.02% chance of being hit by an enemy on purpose to achieve certain conditions. Frey also had a face he had never seen before. Its hard to believe that the immortal homunculus has this side. Did you mean that I would have to risk my life from now on 0.02%? If you want to give up, you can give up. Because it is the instinct of all living things to want to reduce risk. Of course, when Frey finished speaking, as if whispering, Its not bad if there are fewerpetitors. huh. I didnt hear that added. Im still disturbed by the disgusting fool saintess, but I cant give up just because of something like this. Luggage is enough, but I dont know why the contractor keeps bringing strange bumps. The gaze Teresa was looking at Jinhyeok. The intuition and instincts built up over the years were sending the highest alert. You should never leave me alone. Your head hurts. Elise bowed her head. Because the saintess and the fox in the psychiatric ward are not enough. Now, even dolls have to be included in thepetition. As a proud Jinjo, the concept ofpetition was inevitably unfamiliar. * * * What are you doing right now in front of me! Clemence shouted, unable to contain his rage. A situation that is unfavorable even if you take it seriously. The one who needs to be rxed is a privilege that can be done by the one who has been thoroughly prepared. But isnt the opponent trying to enjoy it while being deliberately attacked? [The opponents mana recement rate is lowered to 7% because the opponent is not feeling deep pain.] A trait that bes stronger the more you struggle in pain and beg for help. As his organs were incapacitated, the medicine had no choice but to heat up. The thought of trying to take away as much mana as possible while inflicting pain disappeared. Clemences eyes went cold. at the same time. Pachichik! Several spells were cast from the staff. [I activate the new killing magic, Region Copse!] ck-violet sparks rose and a huge hexagonal star was drawn along the ground. Kuaaaaa! Koooooo! ck threads were pulled out from the bodies of the densely packed undead monsters. It is to recreate the magic that killed the gods by collecting the vitality and mana that were weakly dwelling. Jinhyuk swallowed dry saliva. At first nce, it doesnt seem unusual. At the thought of being hit by the absolute blow that conquered the world, it felt like my cells were already screaming. However, when he thought that he could copy his ability if he endured that, the me of his will, which had been extinguished to the ground, began to burn vigorously. Jinhyeok looked at the flying ck spear. Avoid vital points as much as possible. Even so, it should hit the part where you can feel the pain most severely. Puffer Puck! A ck spear pierced his corbone and lodged in the other side. If he had hesitated even a little, or if he had been frightened, his entire neck would have been ripped off, not just his corbone. Crying. Red blood gushed out. This beggar. Im really blown away You have to lie to yourself too. This pain is such a happy and thrilling feeling. A foreign substance dug into his body gave him the pain of burning his brain, but Jinhyeok showed extreme patience. And like a lie, an unknown sensation spread through his blood vessels. right at that moment. [Conditions have been met.] [Copy Clemences unique window Forgotten Empire!] [Forgotten Empire] Difficulty to obtain: SSS Description: You can resurrect the forces you were fighting against and use them as undead. (However, this ability is greatly affected by the level of understanding of the undead and the proficiency of the ability, so careful control and understanding are required.) [ Copied abilities are stored in Memory of the World! ] Blessing of the Stars and Mand rapidly regenerated the wounds on his body. Because he was seriously injured, he had to consume arge part of his magic power. still. I finally got it. Being subjected to all sorts of attacks close to torture. I also felt the reward of enduring the contempt and disillusionment around me. Its the first time Ive ever met someone as serious as you. Ive heard many times that Im not normal, but when I see you, I feel like Im normal. Clemence, who had been watching the giggling Jinhyeok, shook his head from side to side as if he was tired of it. Then he added a word. I dont know what makes you so mad, but you wont be able to keep attacking me the same way you just did. Its obvious that a lot of mana has been consumed while healing the wound. The great mages ability to sense magical power reached the level of the realm of a god. He had already finished figuring out how much Jinhyeoks magic power was. It was a bit overkill. The copying conditions this time were the toughest ever. Its a pity that he used half of his mana, but now he can fight free from the shackles of copying conditions. without watching This means that you can unleash as much firepower as possible. joy. A story that doesnt work. Clemence, snoring, prepared the killing magic again. Naturally, numerous undead monsters escorting her charged towards Jinhyeok. Jinhyeok crossed his two daggers left and right. [The cier-shaped Sword of the Sky is activated!] Pachichichik! Pirs of ice falling from the sky. [The cier type Earth Sword is activated!] The pirs of ice rising from the ground collided at one point. The bodies of the knights who rushed from the front were trapped in the ice. sphemy! [ck Moon Night is activated!] The ck crescent moon ran across the diagonal line. Awesome! Therge undead that were approaching from slightly behind fell to pieces as they were. Each attack is overwhelming enough to beparable to a higher-level unique ability. The elite troops who shared the rise and fall of the empire copsed without being able to resist properly. However, even taking damage is an area that Clemence calctes. Kwak Kwah Kwah Kwah! Another ck spear was fired. The spear that jumped through space without any propent passed past Jinhyeoks side with a difference of a piece of paper. Its fast, but its useless with that alone. So far, Ive dealt with a few guys who y around with projectiles. Jinhyeok narrowed the distance even more. right at that moment. [ck Crown of Epitaph is activated!] [Chains of Bahamund is activated!] My eyesight is stained ck. Green iron chains were ced on Jinhyeoks limbs, which had been ced inside a huge ck coffin. charrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr! It is nonsense topare me to those lesser bastards. and. It wont be easy to get out of there, even if youre like a mudfish. Clemence snapped his finger. Keeeh! Four demon kings sprayed sticky liquid toward Jinhyeok from the north, south, east, and west. [The demon kings power, Blood and Flesh Swamp is activated!] Arge-scale annihtion that unfolds under the hexadecimal castle of the god killing magic. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! The ck coffin was torn to pieces. Of course, the ck coffin with strong binding power must have be that shape, but it would be obvious without checking what the contents would be like. Clearly, that was a normal and logical oue. Until you hear the sound of irons engaging. p. A new weapon appeared in the subspace with the cold scream of a piece of metal. !? The downy hairs stood up along Clemences spine. As if the heat from the battle had cooled in an instant. A cold chill prated to the bones. [Clemence activates Circle 11 Dimensional Barrier!] Circle 11s absolute defense magic that distorts space itself. There. Keep keep! Hwang with me. Those descendants! The knights called the swords of the Empire cut in front of Clemence with their shields out. Sensing a sense of danger, the undead troops were mobilized to protect their masters. But why? Even after putting upyers of barriers, her trembling body showed no sign of calming down. And just then. [Unique Singer Ouw of the Wilderness is activated!] [The holy relic Billy the Kids Pistol is unlocked!] The setting sun A calm voice spread loudly. Even though it wasnt sunset time, the illusion that a red sunset was shining arose. loses. end with that. Taang! A single gunshot rang out. * * * Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam! Pupper puck! Divine power and sword steel were mixed, and ignorant magic exploded. [Teresa activates Divine Concentration!] Ugh! Seven golden crosses rained down from the sky and surrounded Teresa. I will support you! [An allys resistance to dark attributes increases by 40%!] The light drives away the darkness, and the power of the Dead Corporation rises significantly. Hahaha! nice I am definitely strong! Behemoth pressed Gensuke by swinging his greatsword like a pinwheel. Kaka Kaka Kakang! The mes rose wildly. Sheesh! Gensuke clicked his tongue. Because of the ignorant defensive power unique to the ancient species, the memorization was not able to exert its power. Above all, when a pdin wearing pink tights joined in, the easy situation began to flow strangely. That one is good too. Its more annoying than you think. Gregory also grabbed a crossbow and a Gurkha knife. It felt like the level of difficulty had risen several times with only one additional person involved. Lets rx and have fun. Its more fun this way, honestly? Kick kick. Assassins unique agility and speed. Gensuke, who had bizarrely turned the angle in the air, threw out the memorized words dizzyingly fast. Pupper puffer puck! Tuquaaang! Shuriken fell like a shower. Aagh! Therge hooded crane was exposed to the attack as it was. The weather change stopped and the hazy smoke flooded once again. While digging intensively in ces where it is difficult to cover all of the divine power. I will deal with you! [Cheon Yoo-seong activates Cheonghwa Ind!] Chun Yoo-seong raised his sword and rushed at Gensuke. Cuckoo coo coo coo coo coo coo coo! Chun Yu-seong and Gensuke crossed hundreds of meters on the other side of the valley because they made good use of their eleration. Patter. A thickyer of dust rose between the broken trees. Chun Youseong quickly corrected his posture. I didnt think I could defeat the returnee in one shot. Still, I was able to create a 1:1 situation without Gregory, so I could do it enough It was when I was thinking about that. Suddenly, Gensukes face changed strangely. No, it wasnt just his face that changed. Even his body shape and voice. Everything ispletely different from before. What Chun Yoo-seongs body froze even before the doubts were gone. Creepy. I had never felt such an overwhelming wall when dealing with Jinhyeok. Chapter 671 Chapter 671. Uninvited Guest (2) Its not just disguise or magic. It must have been something much higher and sinister than that. I still couldnt make out anything except around the mouth, but there was no doubt that the other person wasnt Gensuke. Chun Yoo-seong looked at his trembling arm like an aspen tree, and couldnt hold back his anger. Im feeling fear? To someone other than the deceased? I can not admit it. He has made every effort to cut his bones by crossing countless lines. He ran only for one goal. Not even to embarrass yourself! [Unique voicence White Night is activated!] A white blizzard blew, and Cheon Yoo-seongs body sharpened like a sword. A body that disappeared like lightning. A whirlwind swept through the air. As the 10-second ceremony of the Chuhon Sword unfolded, swords that were difficult to predict were poured out. before and after. The sword that crosses the virtual and the real has be the strongest sword attack and attacked. however. Kwaaang! The sword that had been swung with such a force that it would cut even Taesan was blocked. It wasnt even a proper holy relic or a famous item. Not even a knife for cutting steak, but a dessert spoon. Kagagak! Spoons covered in purple ghee could no longer be ced in the category of spoons. Calm down. Im not trying to fight you. Rather, I just wanted to have a little conversation with you two. Do you know me? He is a medical student at Korea University and has won two championships in the Korean kendo amateurpetition. His hobby is taking care of stray cats, so he is showing a maniacal obsession to surpass Kang Jin-hyeok, who used to be nicknamed Colonel Timo. Nu, who is a mother-born soloist! Ehehe. I know about you very quickly, so dont try to get away with it. Of course, it would be fun to y around while checking each one for authenticity, but I want to spend time talking more constructively than that. A constructive story? Chun Yoo-seongs eyebrows curled in a reverse shape. It wasnt usually questionable that a suspicious enemy would ask for a conversation instead of a fight. However, he could not wield the sword as he normally would. Even in the midnight sun, taking the first attack against an enemy who exuded such overwhelming majesty was tantamount tomitting suicide. I have to find a gap first. what is the unique ability How to fight and so on. In the absence of information, even the smallest clues had to be found. Chun Youseong retrieved the sword. The man disguised as Gensuke grinned. With a smile that is somehow familiar. Okay. Its nice that yourepliant. I guess you learned how to kill your temper while hanging out with our Jinhyeok? Because if you stick with that damn bastard, you have no choice but to be patient even if you dont like it. Hahaha, thats right. Hes got a bit of a bad personality. Thats why The man stretched out his hand toward Chun Yoo-seong, still smiling. The wish to defeat that deceased person. If you are with me, I will grant it. Very short and simple sentences. However, the meaning contained in it was never light. Literally Cheonyuseong is a word that pierces the most fundamental and primal desire of humans. I know youre strong. But, if youre going to hurt my pride with that candy coating Sreung! The urethra Ryuhwa, who had fallen asleep in the sheath, was pulled out scattering green strong energy. Its so brutal that it cant even bepared to before. The determination to immortalize even Dongguijin was revealed without filtering. Whoa. Calm down. Im not talking nonsense about uniting and stabbing the back of the head. I can fight that stagnant head-to-head. Maybe I can grow you to surpass him. Obediently with your own strength. It means that you will be able to defeat him. Chun Yoo-seongs expression hardened rapidly. Certainly the man in front of me has at least the same level of strength as Jinhyeok. No, its several steps higher than that. He didnt want to admit it, but he possessed more alien and stronger power than any beings hed ever encountered, including the primeval beings and gods. For some reason, the mana that made you feel madness and tenacity had reached a point where you couldnt reach with just effort and talent. If such a person says something, it must be credible enough. There were small ripples in the stillke. Actually, the salvation of mankind or all the riches and honors that exist in the tower are not what you really want. If there is only one wish, there is only one. Defeat the strongest rival with your own hands and prove yourself. If I could achieve that, I could pay any price. The intense desire inside him stirred. Overwhelming strength and victory. I know better than anyone else how desperate that is. So, Im the only one who can understand you by being with me. The man teased the snakes tongue more sweetly. Boooooong! Chun Youseong swung his sword at random and widened the distance. The bullshit fuck it. I was about to skip over it. However, Chun Yu-seong, who managed to hold on to the strings of reason, once again ignited his fighting spirit. Its a pity. But if you think of it, tell me. Ah, you can tell everyone that you defeated Gensuke. Its a reward for talking to me As if to say that today is the end, the man turned his back without regret. Chun Yoo-seong let out the breath he had been holding back as he watched the man walk away. A violently pounding chest. Even though we only talked for a few minutes, I feel like all my energy has been pulled out. Is it enough to cause a stir I was certain that I would see it again. Because the scene of the future was being drawn from a smile that seemed too rxed. The problem is that at that time, there must be an offer that is harder to refuse than now. Pudeudeuk. Chun Yuseong broke his teeth and bit off. Promising that I will never give in to that temptation. same time. It was when the man who left Chun Youseong was returning the way he came. Hmm. The mans steps stopped for a moment. Something was sensed by a wide range of senses. To be precise, I found a bystander holding his breath behind a tree. Jack Eden, the leader of Swing Bat, came here on orders from Seo Jung-hee. hmm. Eden covered his mouth with both hands. Like a mouse standing in front of a giant venomous snake. All he could do was pray that he would not be discovered by the other party. The man tapped his chin with the tip of his finger. I had an interesting idea. A small mouse I met in the woods. If Eden is used, it seems that one more variable can be created. * * * Cooung! thud! The knights who covered their bodies with shields fell to the left and right. A sh of light that shattered all the strongest defense skills and dug in. That light pierced through all the undead summoned beasts and even pierced Clemences shield. Cool! Clemences eyes sprouted red blood. [Arge amount of mana is replenished!] He had the ability to turn pain into magic, but this was too much of a shock for his liking. The intense pain that burns even the brain has exceeded the allowable level of adrenaline. You say you like pain and all, so you dont seem to be really mad either. A strong man who always had the upper hand while killing and torturing others. Thats why you wont have the experience of being chased by the fear that you might really die. How dare you say that in front of anyone! Clemence screamed and raised his staff. [Clemence activates Forgotten Empire C Sacred War!] A great war in mythology in which all the troops of the past empire and the devil fought an all-out war. from heaven, earth and water. The great heroes, gods, and demons who decorated the myths appeared. Unlike before, everyone was fully armed with the holy relics they used in their heyday. The jewel on the tip of Clemences wand cracked. He intends to use the pain magic he has umted so far to the end of his soul. [Clemence activates ck Fairy Incense!] On one side, a detached unit made of multiple fairies was operated. This is with the intention of limiting Jinhyeoks attack routes by taking full advantage of his ability to receive a penalty if he is killed carelessly. Keeeee! Keeeeeee! A huge number ofrge armies colored the vision ck. As expected, in order to break that uniqueness window, Clemences main body must be dealt with. contractor! Ill protect you. Alice and Frey, who saw that Jinhyeok had unlocked their abilities, took on the left and right wings. It draws attention by distributing power. In order to create an opportunity for Jinhyeok topete head-to-head in the center. [Revtion of Gaebyeok Blood Eclipse is activated!] [Puppet y Spear Dance is activated!] Jinjos blood system magicpletely changed the terrain to the right. On the left, Freys puppets performed a splendid sword dance. The two spears rotated like pinwheels and prated the undead monsters. Aaaaaang! Awesome! Kwajijik! A strong ally who does his job well. Okay, then Ill try to move. Jinhyeok took out the mincho-vored Chupa Xs he bought at the coin exchange and asked. It was a new product that gave off green smoke when you inhaled deeply and then exhaled. [Due to the faithfulness to the concept, 10% bonus points are added to attack power and attack speed.] Ta-ta-ta-ta-ta-tang! mes spewed from the muzzle. * * * The strongest ranker who conquered the top of the tower. Since Jinhyeok used not only a pistol but also various unique spears, he had no ability to withstand it. The knights who had ravaged the continent were wiped out withoutsting even a minute. The upper demons and demon kings who drove the imperial people into fear also perished without being able to withstand the bullets. The fairies who had been nted to limit the attack radius also evaded it by dropping their wings in perfect alignment. If its firepower, its firepower. speed is speed. And even acrobatic uracy. I thought it was worth doing without the coronation or something There is no chance of winning at this rate. Even if he gave up everything he had, he couldnt see a way to win. The life in Clemences eyes slowly faded. Id rather die in a miserable defeat anyway The worry didntst long. Clemence walked slowly towards the shadow sapling without an owner. And I drew my palms with my fingernails. Again. Again. Red drops of blood fell, and the sapling reacted wriggling. [The parasiticization of the Shadow Seedling without an owner begins!] Clemences body dug deep into the center of the Shadow Seedling without an owner. sphemy! Cuckoo Cuckoo! The tree vines tightly bound the archmages body and began absorbing mana. Theres no way I cant lose. To someone who only climbs the tower Theres no way this body that destroyed the empire can be defeated! A ck cloud hung in the sky along with a sharp scream. Chapter 672 Episode 672: Nameless Great Mage (1) Kieeeee! The saplings scream reached the sky. Then at that moment. A purple sh fell toward the ground. Kukukukukuku! Im not crazy. Jinhyeok looked at Clemence and shook his head as if he was astonished. Who would have thought that he would sacrifice himself topletely awaken the sapling. When I heard that saplings had been brought from Azathoths pce to this canyon, I couldnt understand how they could awaken them in such a short period of time. If you had urately grasped Clemences tendencies and predicted that he would do something like this, it would have been correct. You cant continue to use ranger abilities without a coronation ceremony. Now, rather than using previous skills, the fighting method purely relied on past experience and intuition. At least its a shame because I have Billy the Kids pistol and Ouw of the Wild. Otherwise, its power would have dropped to a fraction. In other words. The longer you drag it out, the easier it is for your opponent to read the pattern. furthermore. It was annoying that Clemence had be one with the sapling, but what continued to bother me was Rybolt, who had lost his temper. Pachichik! ck and white light flickered again. [Ribolt activates the unique spear Judgment of Light!] A white beam of light spreads along the ground. A circle measuring approximately 100 meters was within Rybolts territory. Quang! Jinhyeok, who threw himself away using Heavenly Demon Lord Limbo, narrowly escaped from the danger area. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! At almost the same moment, a huge beam of light evaporated the entire area where Jinhyeok was. Its a terrifying attack. If I had been even a littlete, I might have used 1 second invincibility. Rybolt was famous for being the strongest among the Spirit Kings, at least in terms of attack power. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! King Tukwawa! Rays of light falling one after another. Jinhyuk extended his pistol forward. But I still have to finish it before I get used to that body. You only have about 1 second to focus. The pupils changed into those of a wild beast, and sharp magical powers gathered. [Ouw of the Wilderness C Activates End of Sunset!] Taaang! A sharp sh of light pierced the air. Puff puff puff! The bullet prated all the blocking shields and vines and exploded in Clemences face. Its a direct hit. The shattered fragments flew in all directions. however. Giggle! A bitterugh flowed from Clemences mouth as half his face disappeared. It seems like the dripping bodily fluids dont matter. It still showed off its strong magic power and attracted more and more vines. The head also took shape quickly. [The mixed race Nameless Grand Mage appears!] Kukukukukuku! Purple waves trembled. A great mage who possesses power approaching the level of a god, even in single stature. When Clemence was absorbed into the sapling, he gained power approaching that of a primordial god. Its a pain in the ass. Jinhyuk wet his lower lip with his tongue. He has the strength of an ancient deity, but the intelligence of a shrewd great mage. The assault on the canyon, which felt like half a pic, turned into hell. ??? ??! The de of the First de was divided and extended. Jinhyeok, whopleted the transformation into a in clothes sword, held a pistol and a sword respectively. Even if the head is destroyed, the fact that it is resurrected so well means that it has a separate weakness. Eyes of Gluttony looked sharply at Clemence. Rolling those damned eyes wont help. How I feel right now Sigh. Its the best. Clemences pupils were half dted. [Perception is reced with magic power.] [The special stat Ancient Blessing umtes by +20.] Vines spewed out like a shower. Ku-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! Tuquaaang! Tsk! You have to avoid it. The fatality rate on hit is 100%. huh. Ellis and Frey also sensed something unusual. Just as he said, the area where the vine touched turned dark purple. The colors of the soil and stones changed. The vibrant grass withered away. but. That wasnt the only reason why vines were a threat. Koooooo! Keeeeee! An ugly mouth appeared from the armor of a Holy Empire knight that brushed against a vine. Meeee! The sound of a goat flowing out of the mouth that had formed. It is imbued with the power of Shubniguras. Quang! Immediately, the Holy Knights long sword collided with Jinhyeoks dagger. A heavy shock prates deep into the bones. [The Holy Empire swordsmanship Raisers Sword is activated!] [The ancient swordsmanship is fused.] [The Infinite Sword unfolds!] The ancient power newly added to the existing swordsmanship. Kakakakakak! Geomro has turned into a terrible ce. Speed, power, and even finesse. Everything is a new area that cannot bepared to before. The passing score, which seemed to have been measured by several people, forced even a considerable swordsman to hold his tongue. but. [The unique ability Grave of the Sword is activated!] An even darker and more terrifying energy emanated from it. A magical power that is both ominous and ferocious. The undead monsters flinched at Jinhyeoks fierceness. They could no longer attack carelessly like hyenas standing in front of a lion. But that onlysted a moment. I couldnt stop the undead, who had already smelled blood, with little more than fear. Puff puff! Quaaaang! If one falls, two fall. If two fall, there are four. If that doesnt work, eight. The waves of undead troops boasting overwhelming numbers became more intense as time went by. Tuk! Jinhyeok leaned down in his seat and raised his gun upward. The muzzle of the gun hit the gap between the helmet and the armor. Taaaang! A single gunshot rang out. ck blood spurted out over his head. Boom! When one of my colleagues was attacked, I felt an eerie chill behind my back. Jinhyeok stretched out his in clothes sword and unfolded the sword screen. The de and de created a beautiful melody. A spectacle like a movie. The scene where swordsmanship and swordsmanship shed to the highest level was thrilling just to watch. mes continuously spewed out from the muzzle of the gun. Rybolts wide-area magic and Clemences ck magic that came in between were enough to threaten Jinhyeok. There will be no end. Jinhyuk, who immediately widened the distance, caught his breath. It was not easy to continue the battle without a break and maintain Ellis magical power at his peak. This number. It is not easy to destroy it with just a few elites. Well then its finally time to use your newly acquired abilities. T-bone! Rattle! At Jinhyuks call, the skeleton knight waiting in subspace came running out. Dont overdo it and lure those disgusting corpses. You just have to keep it from sticking to me as much as possible. i get it. master. T-Bone, riding a ghost warhorse with his ck Death de fully raised, charged into the knights. There is only one purpose. Its about buying time. at the same time. Jinhyuk opened the infinite library. What I chose was the ability I got from Clemence a little while ago and the two abilities I already had. As the book was pulled out, the contents inside were revealed. [The unique spear Forgotten Empire and the skill Undead Manufacturing unique ability Triple Magic are fused!] Oooh! Different lights came together and abilities began to merge. Combining unique abilities requires great concentration. At this time, the know-how and experience gained through repeated repetitions shined. [Sessful in fusing the unique spear Enterance to the Vlha!] [Enterance to the Vlha] Difficulty of obtaining: Unmeasurable Contents: Transform enemies you faced in the past into their prime form. You can resurrect it. However, the range and number of people who can be revived is limited depending on the skill level of the ability. (The items used when fighting the enemies at the time can also be used depending on the level of skill.) The enemies brought in using the original warriors position are not so easy. That has to be the case. Because at one time, each of us risked our lives and fought for our own reasons and purposes. As soon as he is resurrected, there is a high probability that the tip of the sword will be pointed at me. A kind of double-edged sword. Reviving with memory and reason could maximize each individualsbat ability, but there was a high possibility that it would be apanied by the above risks. so that. It was necessary to have as many safety devices as possible to reduce such odds. [Unique ability Ancient Barrier is activated!] [Unique ability Sanctuary of the Sun is activated!] [Unique ability Mentra Taming is activated!] [Skills Communion and me Soul Brand are activated! It is activated!] [The luck stat is maxed out!] When Osisris unique ability was revealed, a huge barrier unfolded around Jinhyeok. The gentle energy collided head-on with the ancient energy. good. At this rate Jinhyuk looked at the several names written on the ck bookmark. It was a grimoire of death that contained the names of many people who had fought and defeated the Tower of Trials since it first appeared. Sigh. The bookshelves turned quickly. I have already decided who to choose. [You selected Musoul on the 3rd floor of the Tower of Trials.] [You selected Pendariel on the 4th floor of the Tower of Trials.] Enemies you fought on the lower floor. Memories of going through quite a hard time came back to me. of course. They may not be a big force right now, but It doesnt matter. Quantity over quality. Anyway, as long as I could create a gap, that was enough. *** Wheeeeeee! A gust of wind passed by my cheek. This is Martial Spirit muttered nkly as he looked at the scene unfolding before his eyes. The appearance of a canyon rather than a familiar temple. Moreover, this ce was full of people with magical power that was on a different level from that of the third floor. me. Are you alive again? Pendariel also slowly caressed his body as if he couldnt believe it. As thest scene of my meaningless death passed through my mind, my whole body trembled like an aspen. Then they raised their eyebrows as if recognizing each others presence. Theres no way you wouldnt know. Even if its a very far flight of stairs. The boss monsters on the adjacent stairs were the ones at the forefront of the turf war. Soulless. Pendariel. I flinch. The two boss monsters instinctively tried to take out their weapons. Right then. You might be a little embarrassed by the current situation. I would like to kindly exin everything one by one, but the situation is quite urgent right now. You! you! Martial Spirit and Pendariel shouted at the same time. I found Jinhyuk smiling brightly. As they faced the person who killed them right in front of them, instinct easily overtook reason. Kukukukuk! Martial Spirit summoned a huge stone statue. Pendariel took out a greatsword with lots of flesh attached to it. however. [Hostility is reduced by 30% due to Mentra Taming and Communion.] [Attacks against the ability user are limited for approximately 3 seconds due to Ancient Barrier.] Huh!? what? Martial Spirit and Pendariel frowned. My body, which was about to run amok, did not move like my mind. now. Jinhyuk slowly opened his mouth. Ill give you better terms than beating me up. Just calm down and listen to me for a moment. From now on, its a battle of how well you can use the snakes tongue. Chapter 673 Episode 673 Nameless Grand Mage (2) Jinhyeok confidently shouted. Naturally, the reaction of the two did not seem to be very positive. proposal? You to us? Martial Spirit and Pendariel asked back with expressions full of disbelief. I know we made a bad first impression. Well, isnt that just because of each persons beliefs and goals? Lets not get caught up in the old past and live future-oriented. Are you just saying that? I died by your hands! But are you just dismissing it as something that happened in the past? Emotions became even hotter. This is the reaction I expected. Huh! Jinhyuk cleared his throat and took out the card he had prepared. Of course, Im not asking you to do it bare-mouthed. Bait is important in fishing. We have hung a wonderful earthworm that you can never resist. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth rose slightly. If you help me ording to your will I will guarantee you autonomy over the stairs and areas you control. !? !! The fierce momentum that seemed to rush at any moment disappeared like a lie. Even if the body had already died once, its memories would not have disappeared. The proposal to return the home that was cherished more than anything else in the past could never be taken lightly. Although it was a short period of time, less than a minute, all kinds of scenarios and imaginations were unfolding in the minds of the two boss monsters. Are you sure you can keep that promise? The first to break the silence was Muhon. Are you sure that youll ept it? It cant be helped! The only thing left for me in this tower is the only ce where I can live as myself is on those stairs! The martial spirit raised a vein in his neck. Thats Pendariel trailed off at the end of the Muhons words. A dark, narrow room where I was left alone. I spent lonely years at the bottom with no hope. Always being exploited and persecuted is a life that is as natural as breathing. I just needed a friend. dependable. Someone who will always be by your side. I finally achieved it. The being who took it all away is offering to help you get your life back once again. Wow. A wish for revenge and a value more precious than that. The scales were already clearly tilted to one side. The worries didntst long. i get it. Ill be with you [The past owner of the 3rd floor, Muhon, swears obedience.] [The past owner of the 4th floor, Pendariel, joins.] Two boss monsters stand in front of Jinhyeok. *** Something like a small fish Clemence was very upset due to the Death Knight running around like a loach. Even though he possessed quite a bit of power, he avoided the game by moving around rather than engaging in an all-out war. Kwakwakwak! Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! Hey! A Death Knight that moves quickly along the side, avoiding the vine stems. Kieee! Koooh! The undead troops tried to narrow the siege, but they were unable to catch up with the ghostly warhorses that moved so quickly. It was thanks to the experience of confidently surviving the life-threatening game of tag of the Goinmul Corporation. Of course, if youre dealing with it for the first time, you cant help but feel annoyed like a mosquito buzzing in your ear. Kaaaa! Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Clemence deliberately used loud and shy skills. In the hazy smoke, I exposed the gap and waited for the other person to approach. But this time too, the result was the same. The Death Knight kept a certain distance and never wanted to take risks. Obvious time consuming. Even though I knew that, I couldnt just leave it alone because T-Bone was strictly targeting only the weak spots in the defense. If left unattended, Jinjo or Homunculus will be dangerous. It is a battlefield that is tightly bnced in its own way. In order to ensure victory, the key was to prevent those two from joining Jinhyeok. In that case even if it consumes a lot of magic power, you have to use a proper shot. [Clemence activates ck Dwarf!] A purple-ck sphere appeared. The skill to cut out an entire space went hand in hand with the calcted movement of T-Bone. Now all you have to do is shoot the ck dwarf ording to the coordinates. Its over. Clemences mouth opened grotesquely. But right then. Kukukukukukuku! A huge army appeared out of nowhere. What are they? Clemences gaze moved towards the newly appeared enemy. *** Statues made of stone. Troops armed with heavy shields formed a formation. They are people with an unattractive appearance. There is nothing more rewarding than when you crush a strong enemy. All the named monsters, which are like the soulless bodyguard, including the statue of David and Daeyeokgeumgang, have gathered. Get upIm here. My children. On one side, Pendariel moved. Krrr. CruckKuooaaaa! Arge army of zombies began marching. Although they were low-level monsters made up of parasols, they were several times more numerous than Clemences undead army. What on earth is going on? An earthquake urred in Clemences pupils. The sudden appearance of an enemy was disconcerting, but what was even more shocking was the unique magic emanating from the enemys body. Forgotten Empire. It is your own unique window. No, a new ability that was a little more heterogeneous and moreplete than the unique skill he had been honing his whole life was unfolding. This cannot happen. I couldnt believe that there was another crazy person other than myself who could pass that harsh learning process. but. No matter how hard I tried to deny it, I couldnt get rid of the reality unfolding before my eyes. While Clemence was panicking, Jinhyeok was also making full use of his newly acquired unique singing ability. [You can now use nt Seeds due to the unique effect of the spear.] Boom! Pop! nts grew on the floor. Various types of nts imbued with the energy of the sun each made different sounds. How was our cherry? Jinhyuk happily looked at the red man-eating nt. The protagonist who devastated the Chinese guilds base a long time ago. A happy smile naturally appeared on my face as I looked at the cutie who blew the entire supermarket away. [Sr Energy secures the highest charging rate due to Sun Sanctuary!] Keeeeee! Keeee! A shine flowed across the surface of the nts. A disadvantageous situation in which the three of us had to deal with tens of thousands of armies. But the one-sided fight is over. Starting from this moment. The number of cards that can be used has increased significantly. Jinhyeok, who had secured a strong ally, broke his knuckles. As expected, you are a contractor. The winning rate rose to 42.55%. huh. The fight between Ellis and Frey also became easier. No matter how overwhelmingly strong it was, it would have been difficult to handle that many troops with limited magical power. However, I was able to secure a break where I could take a break at the right time. Quang! Jinhyuk left his seat and ran forward. !! Clemence reacted immediately. The pupil turned ck and the vines of the sapling split the ground. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! A wide area reminiscent of a natural disaster. It was a blow that showed his determination to wipe out his undead soldiers as well. Jinhyuk threw his body away. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! Fuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu! Its breathtaking. How does a great mage named Clemence hunt his enemies? And memorizing the habits and timing of building a siegework paid off. The distance narrowed once more. From the perspective of a great mage who secures a safe area and then fires long-distance attacks, it is inevitable that it will be quite burdensome for a melee dealer to get closer little by little. Lets see how you can keep avoiding it! [Clemence activates the special skill Void Rift!] [Rybolt activates the special skill Stigmata of Light!] Two lights gathered into one point. It is an annihtion magic thatbines the magic power of the Grand Mage, the ancient power, and the protection of the Spirit King. A special move that maximizes speed and power by limiting the target to a single object. A ck dwarf that had beenpleted a while ago fell on top of it. Kukukukukukuku! [The causality is distorted.] If you get hit, its over. However, there was no way to avoid it because Rybolts stigmata had already captured the target. Jinhyuk clicked his tongue as he looked at the unfamiliar imprint on the back of his hand. Even if it is impossible to offset it there is no choice but to minimize the power to some extent. [The unique spear Residual Moonlight is activated!] Jinhyeoks clones have appeared. at the same time. [The unique spear Chronosphere is activated!] [The unique spear Seraphim is activated!] A huge light shed from the muzzle of Jinhyeoks gun, divided into multiple groups. The spread wings served as the axis and strengthened the power of the bullet. A huge beam of light and multiple beams of light collided in the air. Quaaaaaaaaaaa! What followed was an explosion that exceeded expectations. Thin white rays of light spread out, creating their own waves. Thick! Thick! A heavy shock felt throughout the body. Almost everything was blocked. But not everything was blocked. Fragments of broken magical power poured out around Jinhyeok. Even though it is not the main attack, it remains threatening. That moment. Puff puff puff! Kaaah! Cough! The soulless stone soldiers and Pendariels zombies became shields. The bodies of the soldiers who rushed to protect Jinhyeok were engulfed in purple mes and burned. What the fuck is so strong? My men cantst even a second. Same goes for me. What floor did you summon us to, human? Despair dripped from the faces of Martial Spirit and Pendariel. A stairway on a different level from what they were used to. I was confident in my strength as I dominated a level, but I never thought I could win against those monsters. I guess I cant help it even though I ordered some upgrades. Jinhyuk looked at the troops who were almost half gone. As expected, the boss at the beginning of the tower is not enough to fight the upper levels. still. This is enough. Every second earned by grinding multiple items umtes. One more time forward. Rybolts face became closer as the distance narrowed. In order to win, you must return Raibolt this way. Where! Clemence, who realized Jinhyeoks intention, fired his skills once again. Wooooow! The sky turned ck and hundreds of magic circles appeared. Gocircle magic that summoned meteors and summoned the void was activated one after another. Kukukukukukwakwakwakwa! Skills pouring out. A ray of wind blew through the hellish downpour. Jinhyuk broke through the space at incredible speed and arrived in front of a piece of debris stuck in Rybolts body. Krrr. Raibolts dark red eyes looked right through Jinhyeok. Pachichik! The light spirit magic gathered again to eliminate the enemy that was right in front of us. There is only one chance. If you fail this time, there is no going back. Wow! Jinhyuk gathered all his remaining magical power. Chapter 674 Episode 674 The Spirit Kings Choice: An endless abyss. I dont know how much time has passed since even my consciousness became blurred. I have lived solely for the sake of countless spirits, and I pledged to live again. Although it required a lot of sacrifice and effort, I have never once regretted that decision. To stick to what you believe in. To ensure that countless spirits have a peaceful tomorrow. If I could fulfill my pride and duty as a Spirit King, that was enough. but. The peace that hadsted for a long time was shattered at some point. Those called Nyathotep and the Returners. As they invaded the spirits realm, everything was plunged into darkness. I feel resentful. Its so sad and miserable. A desperate feeling of helplessness. The weight of reality, which could not be overturned no matter how hard I struggled, weighed down my entire body. In the time spent in a nightmare like that. I thought I would give up everything and live forever as a puppet that just silently follows what they tell me. Ugh! Warm light gently caressed my dark-stained eyes. Ah The dark red veins that had spread throughout the stags body quickly disappeared. When reason returned, everything began to look like before. It was close. Jinhyuk let out a long sigh. If it had been just a little bitter, Raibolts second attack would have been allowed. Is that so? You made me Rybolts eyes turned to Jinhyeok. The warm feelings are conveyed as is. He was filled with gratitude towards his benefactor who saved him. For a moment, I felt an evil magical power above my head. Clemence moved to eliminate Rybolt and Jinhyeok, who had escaped his control. [The unique ability Ancient Barrier is activated!] [The twelve signs of the zodiac. Scorpio is now open!] The Scorpions protection is unleashed by squeezing out what little magical power is left. A huge ck scorpion that appeared above Jinhyeoks head took Clemences attack with its back. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! There was a shock that shook the heavens and earth. Even though I had opened the barrier, it felt like my whole body was being crushed by Mount Tai. For now I think we should avoid it. Jinhyuk barely managed to control his staggering body. Now that the first goal has been achieved, we need to regroup and make a n to deal with that nt witch. however. Unfortunately, I dont think we can both get out of this situation. It looks like you need recovery too, but Im also not in a normal state. Rybolt shook his head on the spot. Are you really telling me to sacrifice myself just because you barely survived? Why do you want to talk about the future of the spirit world or something? If that were the case I was thinking of ripping off the antler on top of my head and selling it for a high price. It would be hard for any of us to run away from that guy. In that case I will help you fight once again. Jinhyuk removed the force from his hand. Hmm. Did you have any doubts? I guess not everyone in the world has a ck conscience. A pure white crystal came out of the stags mouth. This? An earthquake urred in Jinhyuks pupils. Theres no way you wouldnt know. How could you not know? A heart that all spirit kings have. What hase out that is not an exaggeration to say is your very existence? [The Spirit King of Light, Raibolt, bestows the Spirit Kings Mark.] [All spirits will trust and follow the one who holds this mark, and the Spirit Kings who preside over the five major elements will also remember Raibolts will and beliefs. ] And the fact that this came out Jinhyuks expression became even more solemn. This is because I realized what Rybolt was nning to do from now on. Darkness ising. Even our species that loves order and bnce will not be able to escape that darkness. so. You will save my n on my behalf. Are you asking me to protect the spirits in return for your sacrifice? I thought it was like Raibolt to think of his n more than himself until the very end. You are trying to entrust me with a burden that is too heavy. Im not that great of a person. You are even humble as you fight against those who could not even defeat you. Dont feel pressured. Although our meeting was brief, I was able to know what kind of person you were through the energy of our children ingrained in you. Rybolt read the unique magical power of the spirit emanating from Jinhyeok. They discovered the five spirit special forces belonging to the Stagnant Water Corporation. Those guys Of course, they might not have cared for the spirits like I do. As if guessing his intention, Rybolt added a word. Whatever the cause and effect. The reason those children follow you is probably because you value spirits. Even if you dont even realize it. After finishing speaking, Rybold looked at the sky again. Kukukukukuku! A huge storm was gathering in the sky. Now that even Scorpios protection had disappeared, there was no way to stop that attack. An indescribable energy rose along Rybolts body. [Rybolt activates the special skill Deration of Sacrifice!] A deration of sacrifice that is activated only when the Spirit King throws away everything he has umted and everything he can umte in the future. A dazzling sh of light shed, and something strange urred in the canyon. Keeeeee? Krrr!? The eyes of the infected fairies returned to their original state. [The unimed shadow sapling is greatly distressed!] [The primordial power is weakened by 30%!] [People on other floors are aware of the current situation!] [The four spirit kings respond to the call of the system!] One after another . Status window that appears. Originally, nts on the 50th floor did not fully bloom on other floors. This is because only by absorbing Azathoths nutrients could he fully demonstrate his power. So this situation is an exception among exceptions. It is nothing more than a prank created by the Great Mage to create an anomaly. This means that there is a high possibility that a hole will be created by the noble and powerful magic. Like right now. [People on other floors are aware of the current situation!] [The four Spirit Kings respond to the call of the system!] Damn it! The sky split like a turtle shell. Just like when I summoned the true spirit of the sweet potato in the past. And the surprise was so great that even Clemence could recognize it right away. what!? Clemence was the gship after seeing the crack that appeared in the air. The loss of Rybolt and the fairies is just dumbfounding, but he never thought that the confrontation he hadid out would be ruined. What is the meaning of the strength gained by sacrificing ones body to this cursed sapling? My vision turned white due to the futility and resulting anger. Whirling! The tips of the vines turned sharp and shot straight into the sky. Purple rays emanated like crazy from the bizarre flowers growing in the center of the tree. Truly carpet bombing. Absurd attacks continued one after another, as if they were saying they would erase the crack itself. Right at that moment. Pogrrrr! A blue wind oveid the barrier made of water droplets. The Water Spirit and Igrit. Wingracea, the spirit king of the wind. Two Spirit Kings specializing in defense and healing appeared. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! The purple lights were blocked by the shield and bounced off in different directions. [Earth Spirit King Madmunta activates Earth Barrier!] Kukukukukuku! The ground rose and a 100m high wall was created. [Yotleams canyonmunicates with the spirit kings!] [This area is transformed into a special sanctuary!] Kukukukuk! nts resist and light dispels darkness. The entire staircase began to resist the primordial power. Ribold. Did you fight alone? The four spirit kings looked at Raibolts body. And then he looked at Rybolts belongings in Jinhyeoks hands. The person who tried to protect Rybolt until it disappeared. If you are such a person, you must continue that will. Ill have to listen to the storyter. Wingracia gazed at the devastated canyon and the giant sapling. As the situation is a situation, for now, lets follow that personsmand. i get it. Lets do that. The first priority is to heal Jinhyeok, who is covered in wounds. The soft water and wind gently embraced Jinhyuks whole body. [The magic power consumed by the spirit kings protection is restored.] Hoo. Jinhyuk opened his eyes wide. It is much more effective than Stars Protection or Mand. Well, the Spirit Kings were directly sending magical power. m! Billy the Kids teeth clicked together gently. Pachichik! The anticipation of the First de has also be sharper, just like the first time. If these conditions are met, the story ispletely different. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth twitched. Unexpected luck happened simultaneously. Then, I quickly took note of my expression. Still, even though the noble spirit king had made a sacrifice, the funeral home could not cheer like usual. Anyway, I need to manage my image well. Be as sad and sorrowful as possible. It is best to take an attitude of concern for the safety of Raibolt and the spirits rather than for individual benefit. I am just an insignificant individual. Thats why I didnt want to get involved in a big fight that would determine the fate of the species. but. That said, I have no intention of turning down even thest request of someone who values order and bnce in this tower. A trembling voice and tightly closed lips. The area around my eyes was already moist. To never repeat this tragedy again. Please join me. Jinhyeok sought help from the spirit kings. *** Rattling. Eden, who was hiding behind a tree, trembled slightly. The harsh experience and training I had umted so far disappeared due to the overwhelming fear. fundamental fear. Standing in front of an absolute being that no matter how hard it tried, it could not escape, the little creature could only pray to survive. The man squatted down in front of Ethan. Then he smiled brightly and patted his shoulder. Dont be so scared. Because I know full well what a difficult situation you are in. yes? It will be difficult. It must be absurd that I just received one request, but everything got so twisted and twisted that I ended up here. Could the saying, a shrimps back explodes in a whale fight be more fitting than this? The supporting actors who appeared briefly in the great thread of fate were to be rolled over, used, and then abandoned. It is said to be force majeure. furthermore. Actually, he was the one who created that whole situation, right? And all my colleagues died. Eden is trapped in this hellish situation and is shaking. If you think about it, its because they are all rted to a person named Jinhyeok. So let me make a suggestion. The man handed several items to Ethan. What is this? Some seasoning to make this fight a little more fun. It looks like the Spirit Kings have been summoned, so Clemence is bound to be at a slight disadvantage. A fight where the winner is decided is no fun to watch. Its time to add a few variables to bnce things out. Chapter 675 Episode 675 The bnce is out of whack! Kakagagagak! A frantic crossing of swords. After an unpleasant encounter with the man, Cheon Yu-seong, who joined Teresas side, pushed Gregory, who was left alone. Pfft! Gregory bit his lower lip. This is because the ferocious sword attacks were extremely fierce. While fighting high-ranking vampires in another dimension, I thought I was specialized in 1:1 battles, but the enemy I was facing now was more difficult than most Lord-level enemies. But something is strange. There was no doubt about the strength of the man called Cheon Yu-seong, but even so, it was not enough to defeat Gensuke, the returner, without injury. What happened? Was it a prank that wasnt as it seemed? Or is there a secret trick you havent revealed yet? Gregory asked as he fired his crossbow at Cheon Yu-seong. This is because I think I might be able to shake the other persons emotions. At the same time, the shot was aimed at the heart, neck, and both thighs. Kakakakang! Crossbows coated with special silver bounced right in front of Cheon Yu-seong. Gregory took advantage of the gap and moved to the side of Cheonyuseong. [Gregory is Lv??? Snowy Night Surprise is activated!] Snowkes flew and the hunters began the hunt. Quaaaang! The thick knife stopped just before it touched Cheon Yu-seongs cor. A perfect surprise attack that erased not only scent and presence but also magical powers was thwarted. Cheon Yu-seongs eyes turned cold. The eyes are so emotionless that it gives me goosebumps. . Gregory instinctively realized that it wouldnt be easy and quickly rotated the knife. After throwing away Cheon Yu-seongs sword, he widened the distance and cut his own palm with the sword. Suddenly! Large drops of blood quickly fell from the deep wound. [Gregory activates the skill Hunter of Darkness!] Krrr! Kung! Kung! Kung! Wolves with ck manes were summoned. These are not ordinary wolves. The smell of blood was strong enough to make your fur stand up on end just by looking at it. They were phantom beasts who specialized in hunting vampires. fault! fault! The wolves, which were over 5 meters tall, moved at a speed unbing of their size. Wolves moving around leaving afterimages targeted Cheon Yu-seong from different directions. No way! [The unique ability Stars Protection is activated!] Golden light swirled around Teresas shield. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! The divine radiance erased the wolves remnants. Keeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee Kaaang! As divine power pierced their eyes, painful screams came from the wolves mouths. [The Soft ck Crane activates Weather Change!] A strong gust of wind urred, creating an environment where it was difficult to maintain bnce. Not all phantom beasts are the same. This noble body will show you what true power is! Colorful lights scattered from the Blue Dragons Yeouiju. There is also a gangster spirit special force! Its wolf meat tonight! Battle mode activated! Wow wow wow! Everyone be quiet. My head hurts! The spirits of the five elements also released their saved magical power and interfered with Gregorys hunt. As the wolves specialized in herding and hunting were tied up, loopholes began to appear in Gregory as well. I guess I was going around with my neck stiff because I was a returnee, but there is no business in Daguri. Behemoth also jumped high in the sky and then fell at high speed. A terrible storm followed. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwaaaaang! The clouds split and the cliffs are cut. The sword containing the power of the ancient species that controls Apocalypse cut down everything that stood in its way and even passed through Gregorys body. Gurgling! Blood gushing out like a fountain. However, despite the gaping wound, no pain could be seen on the hunters face. Because of his half-human, half-bird nature, he was able to recover from any serious injury in less than a second. Nothing happens the way I want. Gregory sighed deeply. Even from Clemence, who unlocked the power of the sapling, there has been no news of victory yet. No, thats it? Rather, the energy was noticeably dampenedpared to the first time. Proof that victory is not being secured. Since Gensuke was also lost, it would be safe to say that this battle was already doomed. If you are wise, you should admit defeat at this point and choose to run away. But if I just retreat, they wont stay still. Primordial beings. Once I received their request, I either seeded or died. This means that it is not the time to resort to any means and methods to avoid being chased by those damn bastards. I cant help it. Gregory was fiddling with the ss bottles containing red liquid that he had kept in his arms. A relic containing the blood of the true ancestors hunted so far. There is a big limitation that it is a one-time use, but if you use it But right then. Ugh! Some strange magical power intervened. !? what? Everyones eyes turned to one direction. Ethan, with a paleplexion, was standing there, holding an old book. Creepy. The blood of those watching froze. An ominous energy was radiating out that was enough to cool down the heat that had been building up from the frantic hitting and fighting. If its the same whether you fail this way or that way Eden giggled as if he had lost his mind. It is the result of extreme fear and the desire to live consuming my entire spirit. And its ripple effect was powerful enough to overturn all existing systems. I will choose to go to hell together because I will have a better chance of surviving that way. [Dimension bonding takes ce!] h h h! Space and space merge. ces that were far away came together as one point. *** Kukukukukukuku! It feels like Ive been sucked into a ck hole. Before I could calm my upset stomach, my vision changed. This is Cheon Yu-seongs pupils dted rapidly. Because there was a very familiar face right in front of me. Huh? Why are you here Jinhyeok, who was standing with the spirit kings, also found Cheon Yuseong. Teresa and the rest of you? What happened to you telling us to track down the two returnees? Its too long to exin but first, that guy. We have to stop him first! Teresa pointed at the leader of Swingbat, who was walking unsteadily. Before I knew it, Jack Eden had approached the inside of Clemences vines. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. I smelled something sticky and instinctively tried to hit the back of my head. Taang! A bullet pierced the air. at the same time. [Take out the true ancestors blood that Gregory had kept!] [The uniqueness window of the true ancestor Hilbert opens!] [Use the soul of the ck winged beast!] ck bats and crossbows Combining them, a strangely shaped arrow was created. Not only can it think on its own and change direction at will, but its power is also 10 times higher than that of existing crossbows. Puff puff puff! Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! Bullets and crossbows collided in the air. Hundreds and thousands of shes of light erupted. Sorry, but youll have to deal with me first. Gregory waved his index finger left and right. Seeing that they were even smoking cigarettes, it was clear which side was more rxed. Tsk! Somehow! Cheon Yoo-seong and Teresa flew in different directions. In order to prevent an unpredictable situation like before from happening again, I did my best to move my legs. The sword and divine power cut down the vines that stretched across the length and breadth. Nevertheless. te. Its impossible to keep up with the speed of the two alone. Jinhyuk, wearing the Crown of Speed, showed maximum speed. [Win Gracia, the spirit king of the wind, bestows whirlwind wings!] Kwakwakwakwakwa! A spatial leap from point to point was achieved. A huge circle was created between the vines. Keeeeee! Kkiiiii! nts in distress. Chi-ik! Red heat rose from the cross section where Jinhyuk passed. Eden, who had reached close range, was seen handing something to Clemence. ??? ??! The in clothes sword stretched out long. One breath. Just one second is enough. of course. Wanting one second of time in a battle where every minute counts is an overly extravagant request. Kyahahahaha! A spell in the ancient runenguage flowed from Clemences mouth along with a sharp chant. [The special item Diary Written by Tragic Heroes is activated!] Starting with the pages of the grimoire being turned over, something that should never have happened has be a reality. *** Returnees who conquered a world. Of course, there were disasters that had the same meaning as the apocalypse in the world they lived in. In some worlds, there are dragons that breathe fire. In another world, there is a giant bigger than Mount Tai. In some worlds, they are the ones who split the seas and devour ships in one bite. and. [The Age of Returners opens.] The ability now activated contained the power to distort and manipte not only space and time but also dimensions. Gooooh! Mrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrut! Kaaaa! Final-level beings with different forms appeared. They were all monsters that could take a ce in the Tower of Trials. There are all these fraudulent items. Jinhyeok bit his lip as he saw a number of high-ranking monsters appearing between the cracks. I thought I knew all the existing grimoires, but what I was seeing now was a type that even Jinhyeok had never seen before. However, the bigger problem is that it is not just monsters that areing. Ugh! Multiple beams of light fell simultaneously. Hmm Its a strange feeling. The status window in front of my eyes. Im the only one who can see it, right? Huh? Are you saying Im seeing an illusion because my mind is so ck? Yes. I can see it clearly, so please shut up. Before I kill you first. Each returnee has deep wounds and pain. The reality of having to leave the ce where they lived for a long time, voluntarily or not. And when they return after being liberated from that hellish mission, they realize what they know. The sense of disparity I felt when I realized that the world was no longer the same ce. All of that piled up and created the current returnees. [Due to the first effect of the item, the influence of the dark attribute within a 1km radius has increased by 5000%. ] [Due to the second effect of the item, if you annihte the Stuck Corporation, each person will be able to fulfill one of their wishes.] A bounty event. The reward was also ridiculous. What the hell is the item Eden is holding? What is this? And we need to find out what kind of bastard gave him such a dangerous toy. Hope Interesting. If the system made a promise directly, it wouldnt be a lie. Okay. I guess they are the ones who are making a fuss in TOP these days. I can feel the taste of conquering after a long time. The pessimistic and pessimistic returners characteristic emotions faded. Instead, the desire for destruction and ughter began to take its ce. At that moment. flinch! Huh. Teresa calmed her trembling left arm with her right arm. This is dangerous in many ways. Chapter 676 Episode 676 War of the Returners (1) Are you okay? Jinhyuk looked at Teresa with a wary face. Yes. No problem. I was just surprised for a moment. Teresa tried to calm her trembling arms. Still, I thought I had grown a lot mentally these days and was able to control the corruption to some extent, but due to the dark curse spreading across the field, the grains of sand in the hourss began to fall rapidly. I shouldnt take too much time. Fortunately, the members are able to continue fighting. Support from the Spirit King and the Gorge is avable there. But that alone is not enough. Because the bnce of the fight haspletely copsed due to the addition of enemies that are on a different level from before. First, we need time to reorganize our battle lines. Its hard for us alone. With a force of that size, there would at least be a chance of victory if we called on the support of the alliance. but. Wooooow! [Currently, a spirit level barrier is spread in this area.] [Currently, 11 Circle Space Distortion Magic is spread in this area.] The half-dragon Baezel returns from the world of witchcraft. One Kashimitsu. The two returnees interfered with Jinhyeoks attempts tomunicate with the outside world. They say youre quite good at barriers, so Im pretty confident in that field too. Kasimitsu held different amulets in his fingers. Dont let down your guard. The fact that the system has ced a bounty on him means that he is definitely not an easy guy. I know. Ive hunted genius level monsters once or twice. Ill do my best, so you do your job properly. Who are you giving advice to? You, a brat who returned less than 100 years ago. Sigh. chuck. The returnees slowly established a siege. Ill change your drink a lot. A strange look appeared in Clemences eyes. I felt like I was going crazy because my ns kept going wrong, but the time has finallye to give me something refreshing. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Heavy wide-range attacks poured in from the start without any time to react. The hardest hit were the troops led by Pendariel and Martial Spirit. In the first ce, it would be absurd to confront the returnees with a low-level mass-produced type. Naturally, there was no choice but to be swept away by the wide-area ne that fired indiscriminately. Kaaaa. My perfect face! Angry. The statue of David and the body of Daeyeok Geumgang werepletely destroyed. Broken fragments flew in all directions. nts that had been nted here and there were also swallowed up by the fireball. Even my favorite cherry did not survive. Spread out! Pendariel shouted to his troops. Maintaining a defense against skills of ridiculous power is crazy. In that case, the only way to minimize damage is to spread them apart as much as possible. If you can at least take advantage of numbers, you will be able to create another variable at the right time. Its a wise decision. the problem is. [The unique ability Cursed Cemetery Director is activated!] Among the returnees, there are people who can maximize the advantage of numbers. An old man in ck robes tapped the ground with a staff with a skull on it, and another legion followed Clemences undead army. These are not troops that have been damaged here and there by Ellis and Frey, but are beings in the best condition that have just been brought in from their own world. The corps that blocked the main retreat route began a rabbit herd. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! A cat-and-mouse chase immediately ensued. Pendariels zombie army, which was being ughtered one-sidedly, tried to escape the siege somehow. The undead troops followed closely behind, as if they would not allow even a single one to escape. * Its going to be a difficult fight. Wingracia opened his mouth heavily. Once I decided to help Jinhyuk, I had no intention of backing down no matter how unfavorable the situation became. Because I was prepared to give everything to protect the canyon. The spirits will be with you. No matter how difficult it is, tell me if you can win. There is one thing. In order to ovee this situation, several prerequisites are necessary. Which one is it? I will attract as much attention as possible, so please gather all the spirit beasts. Defeating all the returnees is close to impossible. Not only was each individualsbat power deceptive, but the experience and knowledge umted while conquering a world were also difficult. If you try tounch a clumsy battle of annihtion, the damage will grow uncontrobly. We must win while reducing our sacrifices as much as possible. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. And you can use the forces you have gathered to burn the book that Jack Eden has along with him. If its Jack Eden you mean the guy who went to the mage who became one with that sapling earlier? yes. That person is our top priority target. A very faint thread of magical power could be seen in the Eye of Gluttony. It is said that the grimoire was handed over to Clemence, but the actual owner of the grimoire is Eden. Ultimately, this means that Eden must be eliminated in order to destroy the bounty event and alleviate the dark attributes of the returnees. This time, unlike usual, it is my turn to be the bait. Lets try to make a ssh and attract attention. If an opportunityes, you should never miss it. I understand. I will make sure to seed. The Spirit Kings nodded. ??? Its getting worse. I always think about this, but I dont think Ive ever been able to raidfortably with Jinhyuk. There is a 100% chance that the path to hardship will be clear. Jim haspiled a list of 100 restaurants, so all you have to do is take them allter. Oh, and it includes the condition that youe to Jims mansion too! A variety of reactions emerged from the members. It seems quite burdensome to be the bait and take on the most dangerous position. But they keepining . I knew that it wouldnt work even if I tried, so I didnt object any more fiercely. The Martial Spirit, Pendariel, and the fairies held out for a few minutes, creating a gap. Jinhyeok, who quickly finished nning the strategy, told everyone about their roles. . The abilities and characteristics mainly used by each returnee who has appeared here have also been conveyed. Then, good luck to everyone. See youter! Yes. I understand. Ill take the western route. Quang! The war with the returnees began in earnest with them scattering in different directions. Thats surprising. I never thought we would disperse our meager power again. The man standing next to Clemence looked interested. What is it that you came here too? The reward must be so attractive. Besides, the conditions are so perfect that we only have to cooperate and kill one guy instead ofpeting, right? The man shrugged. Admiral Angelis. Many of them have returned from worlds that were waging interster war across the gxy. He is a strategist who specializes in multiple battles. Thanks to his incredible ability to read the flow of events across the entire battlefield, he was able to develop a resource on the edge of the gxy to a scaleparable to that of an empire. He was a genius who ultimately seeded in unifying the world. . Tch! Things that didnt even budge when the ancient ones tried to appease them so much are now rushing in like a swarm of bees. Why do I feel so bad? Of course. If it had been like this sooner, I wouldnt have had to be eaten by this cursed sapling, right? Sigh! Even as I spoke, the sapling was encroaching on Clemence. I was using anti-magic to slow the flow, but it was only a matter of time. . Its not long before I lose consciousness. Dont worry too much. They said the system will grant their wishes, so if you deal with them before the parasitization ends, you will be able to regain your original body. Oh ? At Angelis words, Clemences pupils dted rapidly. okay. thats right. That could be possible. I have rights too. Then lets focus now. I need to find out for what purpose our fire moths came up with such a n. Mingles. [ayaaye master.] At Angeliss call, an AI woman made of holograms appeared. Raise the map. [Mingles activates the 3D stereoscopic battlefield.] Conditions and random variables. Complex including all factors. An enemy screen unfolded before my eyes. Hmm. Before a few minutes had passed, the corners of Angelis mouth slowly turned up. It was because he had figured out the reason for sending maximum power to the front line and drawing attention. The fairies are on the right . Was that the purpose of pulling them out little by little to the rear? Certainly. To deliver thest blow, Jinhyeok would naturally decide to move directly or use the remaining main members. They would take advantage of that and use themselves as bait and force the Spirit Kings to use them as bait. Theyre probably trying to target the books. Its funny that they came up with such a n in such a short amount of time. But, Its too simple. Its not like he messed it up just once. Looking at that expression, it looks like he found a way to win. Well, I thought of a fun trap or two. Angelis gently put on hisbat helmet. It had numerous insignias on it. The uniform took on a particrly red glow. *** Kwakwakwakwakwakwa! Cheon Yu-seong and Teresa, who had delved deep into the interior as per their assigned duties, roughly unleashed their magic power. The shattered undead soldiers rolled around on the floor. . The ck The robe-wearing returner paused. I cant believe the soldiers summoned by the gravekeepers power had fallen so in vain. The moments before when they had shown off their overwhelming might against the armies of Martial Spirit and Pendariel almost felt like a dream. They are strong . . One of those guys killed Gensuke. Just a soldier is no match for me. Gregory growled, ring at Cheon Yu-seong. Indeed The old man wrapped ck-purple mes around his staff. Grrr! The concentration of magical power has changed. Heavy and heavy. An ominous terror spread and engulfed the undead soldiers. Keeeeee! Keeeeee! Painful screams burst from the mouths of the undead soldiers. Their bodies quickly melted. It also briefly turned into liquid and fell to the ground. The sucked thoughts soon formed a gigantic shape and surged out. Krrr It was well over 20 meters tall. The ugly swords, whips,mps, and axes held in its four hands contained magical powers of different attributes. [ The named monster Degoria Balrog appears!] Chop, p, p! The whip flew like lightning. [Cheon Yu-seong activates his unique ability Sword Song!] Chuhon Sword reacted ording to the trajectory of the whip. . But. Quaaaaang! Queu? Cheon Yu-seongs face suddenly contorted. He was able to block. However, he was not able topletely block the enormous impact. A wound with no visible depth appeared on Cheon Yu-seongs back. One blow has an unbelievable power. Mr. Yoo-seong! Theresa, who was fighting a little to the side, immediately used the stars protection. The moment the dazzling starlight dwelled on Cheon Yu-seongs sword. [Degoria Balrog uses the Lamp that guides the dead!] Thentern held in Balrogs hand. It emitted this gloomy light. Shoot In the blink of an eye, the starlight was sucked into themp. Isnt there any preparation for the divine power that has the worstpatibility with the undead? It is clear that Clemence is quite strong enough to struggle. However, the returnees are also a group of real people who survived after defeating an enemy so vicious that it made you vomit. I will not let even a single one escape. At different points, the returnees revealed their unique abilities. Chapter 677 Episode 677 War of the Returners (2) Exciting! Teresas face, stripped of her divine power, turned into a doll. Skin that has turned pale. The green eyes were suddenly tinged with red. [Due to the influence of the darkness attribute, the divinity of the pdin is damaged.] [Corruption progresses rapidly.] Kukukukuk! Ah Teresas personality was greatly shaken. contractor! Ellis let out a sharp cry. Know. But its still okay. Teresas fall was predicted. Wasnt the reason she was corrupted from the beginning to create a final weapon that could handle both divine power and dark attributes? Except that the speed is faster than desired, it is still an area that can be controlled. [The unique ability Sanctuary of the Sun is implemented to its maximum!] [The influence of Stars Protection and Mand is maximized!] Although it was notparable to the system, it could still provide some support. The light that was not taken away by themp barely supported Teresas reason. In this case, first aid was administered right then. Kick! Teresas personality changed. This is the first time to see a ckened version with almost all of its divine power gone. Jinhyuk anxiously waited for Theresas reaction. So far, the ck version of Teresa has shown a very friendly attitude. Maybe now that his original personality is almost gone, he might have the same reaction Hey. Are you finallypletely free? How long has it been since this? A smile as red and gorgeous as blood. Teresa rxedly bent her knuckles and pulled out the sword from the ground. As you can see, the situation is not very good. Im sorry, but you have to help us. Hmm. Are you saying you need my help? How do you survive? If we are to survive, we all have to work together. well? Wouldnt it be better for a guy who doesnt understand how a woman feels to just die right now? What came out of Teresas mouth were different from what I expected. Or it might not be a bad idea to cut off all the limbs and keep them by the side. okay. That would be better. I think Sunding would be very sad if I killed him. If its this much of apromise, hell be able to ept it. I dont know what kind of bullshit they are saying in such a novel way. Seriously Just before she said, Teresa began swinging the strangely transformed holy sword. Anyone can see that it ispletely sincere. That fallen saint full of madness would really make me her pet. In a situation where it was difficult to deal with the enemies right away, the worst variable arose. There is no choice but to suppress it. Jinhyuk took a stance. shit! Solve it quickly. I cant do it alone! Cheon Yu-seong shouted. As I was put in a situation where I had to deal with the Degoria Balrog alone, I couldnt help but feel anxious. Well, if its the Balrog that the returnees saved, it wont be easy even if youre a swordsman. But what can you do? This one is also urgent. Uh huh, dont fuss and just wait calmly. What if Im in a hurry and someone gets hurt? Yes, this kind of thing. Its important to have some honest conversations and let go of old feelings. Corruption is not a childs joke. This is not something that can be solved by doing things in moderation. of course. The biggest goal was that the guy wanted to see Geomseong sweating profusely. From above. Under. Kwaaaaang! A ck meteorite fell. [Degoria activates Abyss Mace!] Gagging! Cheon Yu-seong caught the enormous mace from below. A blow that felt ridiculously heavy collided with Ryu Hwa. The ground split like a turtles shell, and a stalemate ensued between those who tried to crush it and those who tried to hold on . Stop that. It is a sight to see that the clothes are torn to shreds and the arm muscles are exposed. Jinhyuk openly let out an exmation as he thought that his bones had not broken. When to say something nice. Quick solve it. Cheon Yu-seong red at Jin-hyuk with bloodshot eyes. A feeling of death more terrifying than Teresas was felt throughout her body. yes. Jinhyuk nodded vigorously at Mach speed. *** Same time. The other side also noticed something unusual. That stupid Pink is doing it again. Ellis looked in the direction where ck energy was slowlying out. Ever since the Balrog absorbed divine power, I thought something unusual would happen, but as expected, the ominous predictions were never wrong. Although the original goal of getting Clemences attention was important, protecting the contractor was the priority right now. Puff puff puff! Ellis fired red skewers wildly and opened a path through the undead troops. But right then. Damn it! The ground turned to frost. As a harsh snowstorm came, the cold that even magic power could not bear prated deep into the bones. There is someone. This is not an ordinary monster, but a returnee who has gone through many hardships. Jerk. Jerk. A muscr man in his 70s walked through the snowstorm. Vingov, the corpse sculptor. A warrior born in the cold region of the 5th floor of the Tower of Trials stood up to Ellis. Its an honor. As a hunter, I never thought I would have the opportunity to face the matriarch of Ataraxia. I think today is the luckiest day of my life. Vingov stroked the ax de. The eyes filled with madness were shining. What an amazing old man it is that the day he dies is the luckiest and mostfortable. Ill make you regret saying that. Ellis made a cold expression at Vingovs provocation. Giggles! It looks like the great Jinjo is very angry. Dont be so cold-hearted. Couldnt you at least grant the old mansst wish? [Vingov activates his unique ability Heart Freeze!] My skin freezes. My breath freezes. Everything you see is white. It freezes to an extremely white color. No matter how good a pureblood you are, what good will it be if you freeze? In the face of extremely low temperatures, even a drop of blood would be nothing more than a liquid. The stic surgeon, who freezes living creatures and disys them, even nned to make Jinjo part of his collection. Ellis still looked at Vingov with an unimpressed expression. As if to say that there is no need to even properly listen to threats from mere mortals. First of all, I need to change that expression. [Heart-freezing early frost is activated!] As the moisture freezes, sharp ice is created. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! It was extremely cold, but the ridiculous attack range that turned everything around it into ice was especially threatening. Damn it! Ellis body was swallowed up by the white fog. Naturally, Jinjos body is much higher than that of an ordinary resident. Although it was affected by the extreme cold, it was not enough topletely suppress it. Vingovs movements became even faster. You probably wont get hit to this extent. [Heart-freezing Frost of the Dead and Frost of Sunset are activated!] A wind like a knife blew from the left and right. The fog became even thicker. Temperature continues to drop. It thoroughly destroys the concentration of Alices magic power and at the same time calctes the escape route and movement radius and puts her in a corner. Vingov, who pursues the perfect hunt, did not pass over even the smallest possibility. How long has it been like that? Vingov, who had umted a level of coldness that seemed excessive, drove in the wedge. Kukukukukuku! The tip of the ax de turned dazzling white. [The unique spear Dawn of Infinity is activated!] Parts! White lines followed the frozen ground. Vingovs power is maximized not in destruction or defense. The seal targeting the strongest single entity is the greatest weapon. Absolute zero. In a realm where even time freezes. All conditions were met to seal Jinjo. A circr pir of ice reached up to the sky. Whoa. Vingov wiped the sweat from his forehead. To put it bluntly, it was a seal that poured everything it could into. Originally I would have locked it in here forever and admired its beauty. Its a pity. There are more important things at stake in this matter than personal preference. Vingovs muscles swelled as if they were about to explode. If you are hit by an ax whilepletely sealed, instant death is activated. Even Jinjo, whose entire body is frozen, will not be able to escape that fate. This is the end. Vingov took a stance to swing the ax sharply with both hands. Right then. I had the illusion that Ellis eyes inside the ice were moving slightly. No way. This means that in order to be normal, you must not even be aware that you are sealed inside. however. Woooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo ! A sh of light shot up from Elliss body, which she thought waspletely frozen. The coagted blood melted and became redder than ever. [The unique spear Revtion of the Gaebyeok is activated!] It is insignificant ice. A solid yet wless magic power. A purebred species that despises all things looked down at the hunter in the snowy field. Purebloods are called purebloods because they never lose their shine under any circumstances. *** Quaaaang! A sh between swords and swords. Terrifying shock waves spread one after another. Teresa, who received the inclothes sword from the front, moistened her lips with her tongue. [Teresa activates Humb of the Rock!] Moment. A sticky, weary feeling prated my heart. A mental binding technique. Jinhyuks body temporarily stiffened. Without missing that moment, Teresa raised her auror and swung her sword. Buuuuung! With its terrifying piercing sound, the ck holy sword drew a path of death. Kaaaang! The sword stopped right next to Jinhyuks right arm. Its a close second. Because the timing of restraint and attack was so perfect. However, this one also had at least one additional insurance. If you touch my lord I wont let you go. Wolyoung, who was in the shadows, intervened. Isnt it too much for our pretty boy to have feelings for you, master? This is why our Sundingie gets jealous. Because there are rivals everywhere. Just stop talking nonsense. As Teresa died, Wolyoungs face became even colder. Kakakakakang! Immediately, sword and sword shed. Although he was inferior in skill, Wolyoungs fierce attack that risked his life made it impossible to foresee the situation even an inch ahead. good. Jinhyuk, who was watching the two fight frantically, nodded quietly. While improving Wolyeongsbat sense, he was also able to understand thebat patterns and tendencies of the fallen Teresa. More than anything. Quick! As Teresa went on a rampage, another monster fighting on the other side awoke. [Elises emotions are greatly disturbed!] How dare you touch someone! Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Ellis magic power stirred greatly. The amplitude of the blood road has be deeper than before. I knew it. The little queen reacts more sensitively than anyone else when ites to things rted to Teresa. The pure-blooded true ancestor began to approach this direction, knocking Vingov away with a single blow. Lets see. What can you do to add fuel to a burning house? Jinhyuk scratched his chin with his fingers. oh! Just then a good method urred to me. There is a way to prevent Teresas corruption and further increase Ellis power. Chapter 678 Episode 678 War of the Returners (3) Kakakakakang! Kaaaang! Alice approaches at the same time as Wolyoung and Theresa are engaged in a defensive battle. When several variables and their respective characteristics were considered, the most interesting and savory results were derived. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth slowly turned up. good. All conditions were met. All thats left is proper directing. Jinhyuk quickly moved his head and looked at the timing. Right then. [Wolyoung activates Shadow Massacre!] The shadow moving at high speed caught Teresa off guard. It was discovered that the corrupted version of Teresa, whose personality was reversed, had a response dy of about 0.1 seconds when controlling minute details. Death shed through Wolyoungs sharply pierced eyes. Even if it doesnt kill you. He intended to take at least one limb from the person who targeted his master. Tsk. Teresa clicked her tongue and gathered ck energy. But its toote. Geomgang will first dig into the joints between the armor and the armor. Teresa took the thrusting position half a beatte. It was a blow with the will to make the opponent bleed even if he was attacked first. Buuuuung! Shortest straight course. A sh of eleration followed by eleration passed through. Right then. Phew! Pow! Jinhyuk intervened. A de dug deep into the flesh. Swords from both sides pierced Jinhyeoks body and protruded out the other side. Even before the flowing blood drops hit the ground, a tremendous shock shook everyones minds. Master? you? An earthquake urred in Wolyoung and Teresas eyes. Skilled yers who have reached a certain level often assume various variables and number of cases during battle, but I did not consider the possibility that Jinhyeok would appear in this way. A gap of about 1 second. What is the intention behind this? What should I do now? What will happen in the future? Everything was full of questions. Meanwhile what Jinhyuk did was not an attack, a defense, an excuse, a threat, or a conciliation. Come on. Jinhyuk hugged Teresa and spoke softly into her ear. are you okay. Its no ones fault. So dont me yourself. He just smiled brightly. Drooling. ck tears flowed from Teresas eyes. [The personality inside the fallen saint reacts.] A previously warm and kind saint trapped in the depths of consciousness. Teresa, who saved Amsterdam and valued others more than herself, awakens. The dark red eyes are no longer there. Clear and clean emerald eyes gazed gently at Jinhyuk. The small lips gently parted and the sincerity contained within flowed out. thank you. For not giving up. And for taking risks for yourself. Likewise, Teresa, who was hugging Jinhyuk tightly, closed her eyes and pondered over and over this precious time. From when we first met until now. I thought that I was able to be so happy because you were by my side. Whats not funny? Teresa, whose personalities were once again mixed up and corrupted, let out an irritated remark. He realized that his time was up. And of course. Kukukukukukuku! The true ancestor of Ataraxia, who was watching all of this, could not help but be enraged. A vicious magical power began to spread across the sky and out onto the stairs. Go, go, go! It was a life so cruel that even the returnees who had been flying and crawling took a step back. Now what are you doing?! Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! A huge explosion made of blood drops followed. *** Things have changed a little thanks to Teresas return and Ellis anger. Because Ellis ran wild, gaps were created here and there. It was worth the effort. It almost made me cringe to death, but oh, look at the chicken meat. How on earth do actors who film romantic dramas manage to recite such cheesy lines? Jinhyuks whole body trembled slightly as he treated the wound. Being able to control corruption to some extent was also a great harvest. Being able to raise Teresas trust to the maximum was an achievement that cannot be ignored. Afterwards, appeasing Ellis remained a major task, but considering what was gained, it was probably a minor detail. Dealing with Vingoff was quite a big deal. It must have been a painful loss for the enemies that the Returner of the Seal, one of the few means of stopping Ellis, was defeated early in the battle. Quaaaang! Kakakakang! Teresa, who was now standing side by side with Cheon Yu-seong, also showed off her powerful power against Degoria Balrog. Koooh! Degoria Balrog swung four weapons at the same time. However, unlike before, it was unable to absorb Teresas divine power. Awakening. Teresa overcame the extreme situation and broke through the wall. As a result, he gained the power to offset even the special abilities of the highest level demons. I guess going through all this trouble alone wasnt in vain. sorry. Mr. Yoosung. Because of me Thats apliment. Dont worry about it and dont make mistakes from now on. yes! The synergy between Cheon Yoo-seong and Teresa, who have continued to work together, has now reached a level where it isparable to that of any other resident or main deity. This is the moment when the strongest paddles I had envisioned in my head began to fulfill their roles one by one. Jinhyuks gaze turned in the other direction. Although she was traumatized by the fact that she stabbed her master, Wolyoung also grew into a guard who yed her part reliably in the shadows. Aside from Sweet Potato, one of the strongest ancient species, and its followers, Fried and Soft ck Cranes, the remaining spirit beasts were also strong forces. T-Bone, who went from being a scrawny skeleton soldier to taking his time against Clemence, and Frey, the perfect homunculus that even the gods coveted, were now indispensable. I have new feelings. Colleagues scattered across all walks of life in the tower. The fact that I was no longer alone, but that everyone was working together to reach the top of the tower warmed my heart. Even though there were different variables and stronger enemies than before, including that man, I still felt that I could do something with them. Right then. A sharp look passed through Jinhyeoks eyes. Although it is subtle, a route to reach Clemence has been secured. The moment I had been waiting for had finally arrived. Its now! Jinhyuk gave a signal to the separate unit in the distance. Ugh! A bright sh of light colored the sky white. Magic interference has weakened. You have to seed at once. Goes. The fairies and spirit beasts who had finished preparing for battle, led by the spirit kings, concentrated their magical power all at once. [The special spatial movement White Rabbit Hole is activated!] The piles of dirt caved in and many magical powers disappeared. Those who kept looking for an opportunity moved to seed in a surprise attack. Timing that took advantage of the confusion. The prepared power was sufficient. but. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! What the Spirit King and the spirits who castrge-scale spatial movement faced was a terrible trap. Angelis, who discovered Jinhyeoks n in advance, designed the perfect pit to carry out mass murder. what? Aaaah! Aaaah! Before I could even recognize reality, the mines ced on the ground exploded all at once. At the same time, giant invisible battleships appeared in the sky and fired sma ray cannons. Checkmate. Angelis pped and shouted Bravo. A beatter, the Spirit Kings used their shields and various defensive skills, but they had already suffered indescribable damage. Above all, when the existence of the separate unit was discovered, the entire advantage of a surprise attack was virtually gone. [Angelis activates the unique spear Gxy Admiral!] [Invisibility mode is canceled.] A huge number of ships appeared along the empty space. No, it wasnt just the ships, but thes of the territory where Angelis was based were also summoned. The emperor whomanded the gxy. Returnees who specialized inrge-arms warfare joined the war in earnest. what!? Jinhyuk took a deep breath. Naturally, I was embarrassed because what I thought was a chance for conversion was discovered. Not only had the surprise attack been thwarted, but the subsequent counterattack had also beenpleted. Angelis fleet, in perfect siege formation, was holding its breath. As if they already knew that this side specialized in barriers, they were ying around with the range of theyers of barriers. master! What should I do? Mosquito! The sweet potatoes and spirit beasts that were caught together screamed. You must make decisions and respond quickly. If you make even one mistake, you could lose everyone. *** So what are you going to do now? Angelis made a childlike expression. For him, this single battlefield is too easy. There was no need to worry about supply or the rear, which were the most difficult areas, and only had to cover areas that were clearly visible to the eye. Because it is that simple, one mistake will decide the oue of the battle. I was so curious and excited about how the famous Kang Jin-hyuk would get out of this situation. Wooooow! Colorful lights formed on the sma cannons on each fleet. It is the fleet of Angelis that can erase the existence of an object. Weve cleaned up most of the bugs, so the rest will be easy. No matter how fast and long that guy is, what can you do in this situation? Clemence was already confident of victory. Now all thats left is to use indiscriminate artillery fire and mobilize their own troops to gradually stop and kill the opponent. Of course, the Spirit Kings tried to minimize the damage by evacuating the surviving spirits and fairies, but they could not escape the siege of Angelis, which had blocked all escape routes in advance. [The special ability of the star Jupiter is unlocked!] [You will be able to summon small meteor showers within a 1km radius of Jupiter.] [The special ability of the star Uranus is unlocked!] [As long as the light of Uranus does not go out. The power source of the shipssts forever.] As the special abilities of each star were added, the already difficult battle situation became even more difficult. The undead troops, gaining momentum, also put more and more pressure on Ellis and Frey. . Jinhyuk, who was far away, looked directly into Angelis eyes. To be honest, it was a real hit. Let alone the fact that I paid less attention to the surprise attack because I was focusing on Teresa and Ellis. The moves Angelis prepared for victory were fierce and perfect. I was nning to use this a littleter, but I guess I cant help it. Hidden card prepared for returnees. [Summoning the returnee Medray!] The card I had saved for thest time was taken out. Chapter 679 Episode 679 Returner Medray (1) Returner Medray. The dozens of returnees in the Tower of Trials were of great rarity in themselves, but among them, Medray possessed special characteristics that were different from other returners. [Magic power and magic power are connected!] As the item was activated, a means to recall the returner who had been shrouded in mystery was provided. Wooooow! A beam of light more dazzling than any other brilliance poured down. Jinhyuk stared into space with slightly anxious eyes. Although it was possible to summon the Returner Medray, there would be severe repercussions if there was opposition to the semi-forcible summoning. Fortunately. Medray, who has rarely been seen, seems to be interested in this incident. A gate made of calm magical energy has beenpleted. [Returnee Medray answers the call!] Absolute goodness. A returnee who does not fall prey to any temptation and sticks to his own beliefs has appeared. Pachichik! The thick smoke cleared and the shape was slowly revealed. And the first sight is magnificent. Other than that, there were no better words to express it. A muscr body measuring approximately 2 m. The mysterious appearance, which seemed to retain Mother Nature as it is, gave a feeling of bothposure and elegance. Is this the most powerful druid in the Tower of Trials? Eye of Gluttony quickly looked at Medray. Tiring! [Medray] Level: 301 upation: Druid Unique Spear: Rainbow Bridge Unique Ability: Natures Call Characteristics: A seeker of absolute goodness that harmonizes with all things. Druids, loved by divine beasts and phantom beasts, prefer to maintain bnce by taking a step back rather than being on the front lines. Copy conditions: Medray are those who pursue absolute goodness. To copy Medrays abilities, you must meet the goodness standard he sets. Only when a moral and altruistic heart reaches heaven will Medray be conquered. Depending on the degree, the unique window, unique abilities, and skills that can be copied vary. Damn it. Jinhyuks face crumpled after reading the copy conditions. So far, I have achieved various ridiculous and unreasonable conditions while climbing the Tower of Trials, but if I had to choose the most difficult of them all, this would be it. Not another guy. It meets the standard of goodness that Medray pursues. It is no different from discussing quantum mechanics in front of Stephen Hawking. Jinhyuk pressed his itching temple. It feels like there are a lot of mountains to climb from the beginning. Still, I have no choice but to get through it somehow. Is it you who called me? Medray looked at Jinhyuk. Its important from now on. Jinhyuk nodded with the sweetest smile on his face. Thats right. At a time when the canyon where fairies and spirit beasts live peacefully is being desecrated by intruders, I thought that you, who value harmony more than anyone else, could help us. . Medray looked around at Jinhyuks words. Kukukukukuku! The sky was stained ck and the returnees were stained with greed. In addition, the demonic spirit, with its ancient purple energy, seemed to be announcing the end of a certain level. Something is definitely wrong. Ever since I heard that all the returnees had gathered in one ce, I thought something unusual would happen Seeing you say things like that, does that mean there hasnt been a bounty event for Medray? Since there was no way I would ept it anyway, I may have ruled it out from the beginning. Or even if they came, they werent interested at all. Anyway, looking at the atmosphere, there was a high possibility that Medray would join to bnce the situation. however. Medray, who I thought would naturally help, surprisingly found it difficult to make a decision. It is clear which side is wrong, but what is the reason? The reason was immediately revealed. It was himself. Medray was in a state of serious distress due to absolute evil that was difficult to see as good in many ways. The Eye of Harmony, the purest eye in the Tower of Trials, had already seen through Jinhyeoks true nature. And Jinhyeok also understood what Medray thought of him through Eyes of Gluttony. [To quantify the malice, the malice of the returnees gathered there is over 1,000,000. But why is it that the person speaking in front of me alone has simr malicious intent?] Medleys expression became even more confused. If it werent for the protection he received from the Spirit Kings, he might have been the first to attack Jinhyeok, assuming he was his biggest enemy. X suit. Jinhyuk cursed inwardly. I feel like Ive been living a decent life, but I cant figure out why I always get treated like this. Although he was somewhat merciless toward his enemies, he always treated his allies with warmth. Jinhyuk, who had worked hard to get his mind together, called out to Undine who was nearby with a wave of his hand. He then hugged me tightly and handed me some magic stones that I had in my pocket. Dont overwork yourself and take some rest. And thank you for always being with me. Master, are you crazy? . At that moment, the string of reason almost broke. Fortunately, Undine came to her senses after seeing Jinhyeoks distorted face. lol. I am also the owner. love you! Even if its a fake y. Its better than nothing. I had to do whatever it took to raise Medrays favor even just a little bit. Keuung Medray looked at the spirit beasts and Jinhyeok in turn, falling into deep concern. *** Meanwhile. There was also a huge stir among the returnees who witnessed the Medrays appearance. Why would the author be here Wasnt he interested in bounties? Or are you trying to stop us? Feelings of doubt and confusion became more and more intense. It had to be that way. Because the fact that Medray, who is rarely seen, came here was not enough, he tried to move to the other side. As the worst saboteur appeared, trying to destroy the victory they had achieved, everyones nerves naturally became sharper. Medray! This is a fight you dont need to get into. Go away! Clemence raised his voice. It was necessary to win this battle in order not to lose ones self. Koooooo! Gooooh! The undead soldiers reacted to Clemences emotional change. The undead mixed with the distorted ck sheep and goats were already close to the familiars of the 50th floor. Thats fun. really. Angelis was the only one who apuded and was interested in the card Jinhyeok pulled out. Whats so good about it? It would be a big problem if that troublesome bastard joins us over there! Well, it might get tricky. Medrays unique spear Rainbow Bridge is the ability to add color to objects. If he also gains support from the world he returned to, this fight will no longer be a battle but arge-scale war. Besides that, there were so many abilities that had not yet been revealed, so I didnt know what variables they would create. but. At any rate, one returner fell through. All the returnees gathered here are also heroes who came to conquer an impregnable world. You couldnt go against the trend just because a slightly special person became your enemy. The biggest reason was that I wanted to experience how exciting and thrilling it would be to turn Medray into an enemy. Crush everything. Angelis, who did not listen to everyones opinions, ordered a preemptive attack. Like it or not. Starting from this first step, the Pia will be divided. [Angelis activates the special skill Salvo Fire!] Woooo! The main guns that had been collecting energy on thes surfaces blinked all at once. Unlike the guns previously mounted on ships, it was an anti-aircraft gun with a diameter of several tens of meters. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! A red ray of light passed through the air. It was on the verge ofpletely eliminating Jinhyuk and Medray, evaporating everything it passed by. however. The light that was racing without hesitation finally disappeared at a certain point. [Medray summons the Indigo Moth!] Huge wings dyed indigo blue. Chiijit. The waves piled up together with a unique resonance sound canceled out the main gun. The indigo moth soared high into the air, scattering dust. [The energy of harmony seeps into those who are hurt.] Woooo! The wounds of the injured spirit beasts and fairies recovered quickly. As greenery sprouted along the devastated canyon, new colors began to bloom to counter the cursed energy. Is that the famous colored divine tree? But Im not done yet either. [Angelis activates Gods Mace!] A new weapon made of tungsten has fallen from the satellite. Kukukukuk! This time, the attack was not aimed at Jinhyeok or Medray, but at the gathered spirit beasts and fairies. The projectile, ignoring gravity, reached the ground in the blink of an eye. Mosquito! The sweet potato spread its wings wide. Miyo! Where! Fried and Soft ck Cranes also gathered their magic power and prepared to unleash their most powerful attack techniques towards the sky. Hmm. Jinhyuk scratched his chin. Its unfortunate, but it would be a bit difficult topletely cancel this out. A certain amount of sacrifice was necessary to create a dramatic production. Since Medray doesntpletely trust me yet, I need to create a situation that seems a little more usible. Jinhyuk cut off the magic power he was supplying to everyone at once. As if that wasnt enough, the targets magical energy was absorbed here. of course. The ancient species and divine beasts who were preparing skills to offset this were bound to be hit in the back. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! Mosquito! Miyooooo! Kaaaaak! Sweet potatoes, fried food, and soft ck cranes were swallowed up in the mes. Guys! Jinhyuk screamed at the top of his lungs. I ran towards the lumps of charcoal that had be my outer skin in one step and flopped down on the spot. Hot tears flowing. How can a human do this! What are they guilty of? I didnt know what to do in front of the children, who were spouting ck smoke from their mouths like a mother who had lost her child. It is still difficult to judge what is right and what is wrong, but I understand that your hostility has crossed the line. Still, arent you ashamed of those who were revered as heroes!? Medray scolded the returnees. We are overdoing it. Didnt you see the bounty event? If you just take care of those guys, your wish will be granted, right? Please dont be pretentious and just say it. Im sure you have at least one wish you want toe true, right? Its a wish Medray quietly pondered Clemences words. Of course I have it too. Look! Its not toote, so lets take care of those guys together! No matter what your wish is, the system will make ite true! But I dont want to achieve it by sacrificing someone like this. Medray finally made a decision. Jin-hyuk sheds tears over losing his precious colleagues. The returnees will trample on anything for their own benefit. It has been decided which of the two will stand. Chapter 680 Episode 680 Returner Medray (2) Tiring! A golden status window appeared along with a cheerful notification sound. [Returner Medray joins your side.] Okay. The acting worked well. Mo mogii. Miyoeuuu. Cough! Ugh. I never thought this noble body would turn into Yonggari chicken. Of course, it was a small sacrifice, but it was worth it since I was able to catch a big fish called Medrei. Jinhyuk quickly circted the regurgitated magic power properly and treated the injured childrens wounds. So called giving you a bottle and giving you medicine. Nevertheless, the reason he could not carelesslyin was because he had always ruled with iron blood. When Medraypletely stood on this side, the atmosphere surrounding the battlefield changed 180 degrees. If it had been a leisurely and interesting hunt so far, now one mistake could be an irreversible blow. Parts Magic and magic collide. In a breathtaking confrontation. The returnees who ruled a world checked their weapons and abilities. Since water has already been spilled, we must respond ordingly. Since no one had any intention of giving up on the bounty event in the first ce, the oue of the fight would not change even if anyone other than Medray intervened. You just need to tie up the Medray side. Anyway, our target is Jinhyuk Kang. Clemences gaze was focused solely on one person. Awesome! [77% of the ego has been eroded!] [7 seals of the Transcendence Circle have been destroyed!] Warnings that the end is near. Now is not the time to argue. Wiggle! Clemences vines grabbed Eden. KUgh? A heavy moan flowed from Ethanspletely bound mouth. If you want to live, you will have to put all your magic into that grimoire. I can see everything youve been secretly taking out while watching from earlier. Im doing my best Dont lie! Quaaaaaaaaa! The vines tightened even more tightly. Kaaaaak! Our abilities havent all been unlocked yet. If you do your job properly, that wont happen. I know youre afraid of being cursed, but wouldnt it be better than getting lost right now? Oh, I understand. So please stop Tsutsutsu Ethan turned the pages of the grimoire. [A dull shadow moves.] Edens vitality was drawn out through the bookshelf made of human skin. As the ancientnguages gave off a gloomy light, the magical power of the returnees also became stronger than before. KickKhehehe. Everyone die. A body that is nothing but a shell, having lost all motivation and desire for revenge after meeting a man. Now there was nothing left but the desire to survive. It was the result of the mans mental pranks taking root in order to smoothly control Eden. I think we might need to change theyout a little bit. First of all, we have enough troops, so lets check how the opponent will react and then respond ordingly. Unlike the Corporation, which was a bit tired from the early battle, this side had a pile of returnees and troops in good condition. Ugh! The ships changed theiryout. at the same time. Cow! Kung! Krrr! Gregorys wolves ran to the nks. Long ck wings appeared behind the back of the man holding the crossbow. Banjos power was revealed. The bat swarm and the wolves maximized each others speed and headed to where Ellis was in an instant. Its ridiculous. A look crossed Alices eyes. Not anything else. How dare someone like Banjo attack Jinjo in front of him? Let me make it clear to you how much difference there is in rank. [The unique spear Revtion of the Gaebyeok is activated!] Kwakwakwakwakwakwa! A red wind blew. From that point on, battles began in different ces. It will not be an easy fight. Cheon Yu-seong swallowed his saliva as he looked at the boy facing him. The cold sweat running down my cheeks is particrly cold. Although he was a small boy who looked very delicate, he was so cold and sharp that it seemed as if he had copied a sword. The boy also looked at Cheon Yu-seong and smiled. You seem like an interesting person. I heard that the people climbing the tower this time have only been there for a few years, but it seems like there are a lot of strong people who are particrly talented. Thats what I want to say. Youre a monster you. Hehe. Thats too much praise. I wanted to fight someone who uses the same sword, but really. Sreung! White sword light poured down. That moment. Kaaaaang! Sword and sword shed in the air, despite the distance of 20 meters. Its a move of incredible speed. The boy wielding a sword taller than himself looked surprised. Wow, you blocked this? Although he stepped back a few tens of centimeters, Cheon Yu-seong struck back almost on the spot. Still, there is a reward for training intensely. His ability to read minute angles, footwork, and eye contact was at the highest level. So much so that you can respond no matter what opponent you fight. but. Thats only when its 1:1. In these melee situations, you often have to deal with several powerful enemies at the same time. Krrr. Degoria Balrog and a young boy. Two monsters were pressing Cheon Yu-seong from both sides. Jerk. Another returnee had approached Teresa as well. Pure white armor and shimmering golden waves. He was a medieval knight with all kinds of ovepping sacred buffs. This is my first time fighting against my kind. The mysterious pdin with short ck hair looked Teresa up and down. Pdin and Pdin. Although we grew up in different environments, our foundation was the same. Are you taking their side while handling divine power? I realized how futile it is to find God. But The ck-haired pdin smiled coldly at Teresa. It is absurd that someone who went through the Fall would discuss divinity. Arent you the one closest to darkness? One word that hit the nail on the head. Teresas expression, which had been burning with fighting spirit just a moment ago, darkened. But it was only for a moment. Of course, it is true that I wascking and hurt my precious people. However, thanks to them, I was able to walk the original path again. I was able to grow even more. I will not be shaken. Even if its to protect someone more precious than life. [Teresa activates the unique voice spear Seraphim C Song of the Sun and Moon!] The shield in her left hand contains the light of mercy that can protect everyone. And the sword in his right hand holds darkness that can ruthlessly strike down enemies. Different energies form aplete form. * As expected, most of the main force was deployed to where Jinhyeok and Medray were located. A total of twelve. Returnees with different abilities poured in like a storm. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! Thendscape, which has changed beyond recognition, is extremely brutal. It was a scene that could not be imagined as a battle fought by just a few people. Wow, I only gathered the really strong people. The returnees. Jinhyuk whistled. It seems like Ja Ji-gon is too much of a bystander in the most dangerous situation. Are you aware of how serious the situation is? Medray asked in astonishment. of course. I know. We also know that the addition of strong reinforcements does not guarantee victory. Nevertheless, there is a good reason why I can rx so much. There is one person who was not seen before. Immediately after space and time merged, he left and aplished a new mission. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth turned up. Time is on my side. From the moment the Primordial Beings and the three Returners intervened, it was assumed that the remaining Returners could also intervene. Thats why I came up with n B. He is also participating in Angelis battle simtion by repeatedly advancing and retreating. It also attracted attention by using a hidden card called Medrei. Its all just a trick to make the n seed. ??? Same time. Another movement was taking ce outside the tower. The biggest event where all therge guilds gather. It was an arousal test. Since climbing the Tower of Trials has be a more important task than anything else, it is bound to attract attention from countries around the world. In particr, the American awakening test, with thergest number of applicants, was the hottest potato among them all. How many applicants? Andrew Latham, president of the American Awakened Society, looked at therge crowd gathered on the first floor. At first nce, there were a lot more people gathered there thanst year. The number of people selected in the first round is 69,520. There are about 20,000 more people thanst year. yes. Its an increase that makes no sense. The secretary swallowed dry saliva as she looked at the data. Even after conducting a basic test, its like that. This means that the number of people with the minimum magical power level, physical ability, and unique abilities forbat and rear auxiliary sses is this much. In a way, it was a natural result, as top-ranked yers enjoyed greater poprity thanrge influencers or celebrities. No matter howrge the number is, it is meaningless. Whats important is quality rather than quantity. That is correct. The Tower of Trials strategy has already passed the halfway point and is entering thetter half. In a situation where the 90-day time limit was bing increasingly tight, each tiger was desperately needed, not a flock of thousands of wolves. but. [Applicant Jim Smith was selected as ss C.] [Applicant Adele Emilia was selected as ss D.] [Applicant EL Kensalvador was selected as ss D.] The world does not go as nned. Its thew. Those who barely passed the standard poured in for hours. Even so, the scouts of each guild, who were always short on personnel due to the rapid increase in casualties while attacking thebyrinth and ruins, moved with lights in their eyes. After changing the awakening test to an open one, the scoutpetition went beyondpetition and entered an overheated stage. Especially. Tiring! Tiring! Tiring! [Applicant Ailee Krystal was selected as ss A.] If ss A appeared, the testing site became aplete chaos. Oh oh oh oh! Now catch it! To our guild! No problem. We are going to get you no matter what. The scouts ran like crazy towards the sector where the notification was sent. About 1 in 20,000 people. The appearance of ss A could truly be said to be the highlight of the test. and. In the outermost sector, there was someone who looked very rxed, unlike the other test takers who were extremely nervous. okay. This is the role. The white-haired man chuckled and ced his hand on the magic stone. It was an action that made no sensepared to the usual way of striking with all your might or using your unique ability to make a dent. What are you doing? Have you given up? The ridicule around me grew. The supervisors walking around also looked at the mans behavior with strange eyes. But the moment a soft light spread from my hand. The magic stone is crushed. No, it was not at the level of copsing, but was beingpressed while the mass remained the same. more. increasingly. Quad deuk! Crackle. The thick ore, which was over 2m in diameter, had already be thinner to the level of a walking stick. This cant be right. Does that make sense? Kukukukukukuku! An unimaginable magical power crushed the entire test site. Now worship. The man muttered softly. A smile as fresh as grass contained a colder, murderous spirit than anything else. A new hero has appeared. A poisoned chalice was released into the world. Decorated with gold and jewels that can never be rejected. Chapter 681 Episode 681 Returner Medray (3) C When you lose consciousness, leave and use this. What Jinhyuk handed over was an old token. Emergency contact information with the operator received from the Great Horned Owl after the war with Unknown. This had a special ability that allowed it to call in a friendly operator operating from outside. After receiving this token from Jinhyeok, Pesis caught a glimpse of the timing and immediately left his position and dug deep into the canyon. To be exact, it was the exact ce where Gregory and Gensuke were looking for clues to the Necronomicon. This way. Pesis carefully followed the signs. The eyes that read the path were shining brighter than ever. Really. It definitely stinks. 2 chickens per person. Now, the female operator who decided to join Goinmul Corporation looked at Fesis with a surprised expression. The first and most important objective of this canyon. It also means saving fairies and spirit beasts. Also keeping the canyon from falling into darkness. Or, it was not carrying out the will of Raibolt or the rest of the Spirit Kings. Securing key clues to the Necronomicon. And the most important thing is to find books through it. Since everyone is overlooking this and only dealing with the enemies immediately in front of them, it is inevitable that they will not know who has the real advantage. Even as the battle continued, Pesis and the 2 Chickens were quickly getting closer to the Necronomicons key clues. good. Jinhyuk held the first de. The best scenario is to eliminate Eden and the grimoire, but if thats a high risk, its not a bad idea to waste time like this. ???? ??! The long split de was aimed at the ships ands floating in the air. Ugh! The shield was immediately deployed, but it was not enough to block the onught of purple relics. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! mes erupted along with a huge explosion. The sight of ships hundreds of meters in diameter falling one by one was unrealistic in itself. It was even more absurd that this was happening by just one person. Why are there all these guys? Clemence muttered as if he was astonished. Jinhyeok had previously shown off his fearsome fighting power, but as of a moment ago, he had be several times more powerful, as if his shackles had been lifted. It was as if he was seeing a different person. More ships were cut down than the eye could see, and broken pieces rained down. Keeeeee! Keeeeek! The undead troops were literally torn apart. Jinhyuk, who was not only capable of manifesting several unique spears at the same time, but also freely used swordsmanship, closebat magic, and gun skills, was a natural disaster itself. There is no way for an ordinary soldier to do this. Only soldiers who had progressed to more than 70% of their original state were able to survive at least a little. Dont attack little by little, take pictures and press them all at once! You want to pour it out with the intention of wiping out our allies as well! Clemence raised a vein in his neck. Thats easier said than done. Do you know how fast that guy is? Tsk! The returnees clicked their tongues and narrowed the siege. Even though I made a groaning sound, I had already prepared one step at a time for conversion. The melee and magic sses were appropriately positioned. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! A slight gap that appears after the inclothes sword is violently attacked and retrieved again. It is so small and minute that it is not easy to dig into. However, when the same pattern was repeated seven times, there was a moment when the gap became thergest. Its best to aim for that. Koooooo! Arge 10m long demon beast was wrapped around the de and turned into a piece of meat. It was exactly at the end of the seventh attack. now! The returnees moved simultaneously, as if measured by a ruler. [The special skill Prideful Call is activated!] The first to move was the tank. As the provocative device unfolded, Jinhyuks body flinched. Although it was a single target rather than a wide area, the effect was clear. The fact that it was a type of provocateur that appealed to instinct rather than mental ability, so it was also quite unfamiliar to Jinhyuk, also yed a big role. A move that took advantage of the gap. [The spacepression shrinking bead is activated!] A translucent bead with a radius of 100m appeared around it. [The special skill Path of me is activated!] [The unique ability Infinite Distortion Field is activated!] Howling! As the energy of the fire increased, the beads began to shrink rapidly. Youd better not even dream of teleportation. It wont be easy to destroy it. Its a solid piece of work that Im confident in. As he said, there was nothing wrong with swinging a inclothes sword. The de flew far away and returned in vain. Rapid fire was used through Ouws of the Wild, but none of the bullets prated anything. In addition to spacepression, there must be several advanced techniques and magic ovepped. The old man who had summoned another undead army a moment ago smiled wryly. Four Death Knights wearing dark-colored armor were pouring out magical energy towards the orb with their swords drawn in all four directions. Did they do something to make it impossible to destroy it from the inside? Jinhyuks eyes turned to the beads once again. The rapidly shrinking orb willpress even the body within the next few seconds. Right then. [The ink-colored caterpir spews out acidic liquid!] [The purple tree spews out motone yellow dust!] Im sorry, but I wont let it flow as you please. Cheeeeeek! Acidic liquid that easily dissolves even stones, and yellow dust that gradually takes away the bodys freedom from the target. The Death Knights who poured their magic into the orb were swallowed up by the fog. Ugh. Gagging. The Death Knights, who were only paying attention to the beads, suffered serious injuries and stumbled. Ugh! Naturally, the eerie light on the bead weakened. Jinhyuk did not miss that scene. The inclothes sword, drawn like lightning, swept inside for a long time. Kakakakakak! Fragments breaking apart into pieces. Quaaaang! Kaaaaak! The sharp ice made from cier sculpture pierced the wizards shield. h h h! As if that wasnt enough, the biting cold froze the entire area where the wizard was. Thebination of Jinhyuk and Medray was so perfect that even the advantage of having a majority was canceled out. * How long has it been like that? Although it was a very shy and overwhelming battle on the outside, there was a strange sense of difort. Angelis eyes narrowed. Dont take one more step in an advantageous situation. No, to be exact, they were attacking, but they were walking a tightrope, avoiding points where the risk was even slightly higher, like a loach. This is something you should never do if you are desperate for victory. Why are you wasting time on the disadvantaged side? Clearly, the power shown by the two transcends the form of 1+1=2. It is probably true that it is creating an absurd synergy of 3, 4, or even 10. However, no matter how much it was, it was not enough to overturn the situation of being outnumbered. In addition to the shackles of having to continuously supply magical power to the summoned beasts, more than half of the fairies and spirit beasts that had been used as the main force of the surprise attack were also incapable ofbat. Of course, it was natural and natural to throw a winning move when the momentum was sharp. However, the fact that he appears rather passive no way. Something passed through Angelis mind like lightning. This is because a familiar yet ominous energy was sensed from far away. Grumble! Angelis body was engulfed in mes. Skin burned in the blink of an eye. The shell that was tightly wrapped around the inside became a handful of ash and scattered. What is it? Clemence, who was right next to him, was startled. I couldnt help but be scared. Because the Angelis he knew hadpletely changed. *** A kind of entertainment. For a being who lives for eons, watching tiny creatures struggle and struggle has its own fun. And Yomaganto, an ancient being and one of the great Outer Gods, also had his own hobbies to relieve long-term boredom. The life of a returnee who goes to various worlds wearing a human shell and returns after destroying or subjugating those worlds. It was quite enjoyable. It was good to waste time by deceiving and trampling. So, I tried to enjoy this incident with a rxed, wait-and-see attitude. dare. How dare you try to pull a trick like that behind my back! I never thought they were only targeting the Necronomicon. The fact that he did something else when risking his life wasnt enough aroused deep anger. Cuckoo! Cuckoo! [Youmaganto uses its unique ability Three mes!] The mes danced like crazy. Dozens of meters of fire spewed out through the cracked ground. Kaaaaak! Aaaahhh! Screams erupted from everywhere. The returnees were also thrown into confusion due to the disaster that appeared out of nowhere. I could not believe the reality that the person I had firmly believed was a fellow returnee was an ancient being. But what is important right now is not authenticity. The fire, which did not discriminate between enemies and enemies, had a fierce will. It moved to reduce everything in sight to ashes. [The first me causes thirst!] In an instant, all moisture in the air disappeared. Its dry. Just a second ago, the skin that had been wet with sweat due to the intense battle had be dry and cracked, causing blood to bleed. My eyes also started to be stiff and my vision was lost, and my lungs continued to beat in search of fresh air and moisture. You dont seem too surprised to see me. Even you wouldnt have known that I am an ancient being, right? No, I was quite surprised. I didnt expect that a self-respecting ancient being would wear the shell of a mere human. The only reason it wasnt as shocking as beingpletely stabbed in the back was because I was confident that the ancient beings who were crazy about the Necronomicon would not leave everything to the returnees. In fact, a forbidden book that can be said to be their only weakness. There was no way that the power that could pierce the hearts of ancient beings could be neglected, right? Of course, I thought at least one person would be here. Youmagantora. Jinhyuk touched his dry lips. A pretty tricky guy came out. Because in the limited stage called the canyon, enemiescking in firepower were extremely dangerous. Perhaps we should consider ourselves fortunate that Nyathotep did note. Gros was destroyed, and Tulcha was also greatly affected by you. Yomaganto looked at Jinhyeok. That family is so cruel to me. I can say this now, but it was self-defense. Jinhyuk shrugged his shoulders. I am different from those idiots. Because I have observed your lives while living with humans. Angelis is just one side. As I navigated the ups and downs of being a resident of over a thousand people, I learned how humans think. Now that he has fully manifested as his true self the Necronomicon will never be revealed to the world. Chapter 682 Episode 682. Three mes Yomaganto (1) The sky of the canyon is dyed ck. In the middle of the demon world, where everything had turned gray, there stood a being who announced the beginning of the end. Kukukukukukuku! It is a magical power as heavy as the deep sea. Just by facing it, I felt as if my whole body was on fire. Its been a while since I felt like this. Jinhyuk pped his fingers while protecting his body with cier sculpture. An ancient being that I met for a long time after fighting Groth. The moment hase when we must deal with a monster with the fraudulent ability to manifest the domain of fire. Parts! As the mes cleared, a girl with red hair appeared inside. It was beautiful enough to attract anyones eyes, but at the same time, it had a creepy, cold, murderous look to it. Did you choose something like that for the shell? Although it appeared as its original body, it was clearly different from the ancient beings we had previously known, seeing as it was imitated in a human shell. The Youmaganto, which does not discriminate between enemies and enemies due to its anger, is a great threat even to returnees. Several returnees, including Clemence, tried to appeal that they were not the enemy, but to no avail. Just wait. We have received a request from you and are currently carrying out our mission. Performing a mission? What kind of people are these people who are dragged around by a single person and end up missing even the most important thing? Kaaaa! Clmences body, consumed by fear, burned alive. The masterless shadow sapling resisted violently as its host died, but it could not stand against the power of Yomaganto at the level of a nt. In the first ce, it was an even more unlikely story because it absorbed the host and bloomed in half. Burnt ashes gathered around the Yomaganto. Fire means extinction and birth. This means that it does not simply disappear, but is recycled as nutrients for new people. [Youmagantos power increases by +2050.] That useless magical power. Offer it for me. You insignificant scum. Yomaganto swallowed the me as it was. The sight of a beautiful girls mouth being torn from top to bottom was so strange that it was so bizarre. Grumble! Immediately, long snakes made of fire came out from under the shadow of the Yomaganto. There are people who covet what is ours without even knowing the subject. Go and kill him. Shh! Shhh! The snakes, licking their tongues, nodded. Purple mes appeared and dozens of snakes moved at incredibly fast speeds. 2This is the direction where the chicken and fesis are. You shouldnt send it away like that. Exorcism! Mosquito! At Jinhyuks shout, the sweet potato spread its wings wide. Parts! Light gathering along the mouth. The ancient dragons breath drew a red line in the direction in which the snakes were running. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Fire shed with fire, turning the entire field of vision in front of me red. On a battlefield where moisture had already disappeared, just a small me created firepower several times greater than usual. Unreasonable interference Yomaganto let out an irritated response. Dont cheat on a girl who is far away. Just focus on me. Unless you want to end up like Gross. Jinhyeok killed him without even blinking at his anger. You the more you know, the more surprising you are. I cant believe Ive ever fought with those beings of the abyss. Medray widened his eyes as if he was truly surprised. He also knew about ancient beings, but that was limited to knowledge and experience. It was never an area ofbat. But who would have thought that a mere human would have fought against the most secretive and powerful of the highest level gods in the Tower of Trials. Is that all there is? Now, to borrow the words of Yomaganto, one of them has even been destroyed. If it had not been said directly by a primordial being, I would never have believed it. I was a little lucky in many ways. I met Medray this time too, so I hope Im just as lucky. The pressure is through the roof, but it doesnt feel too bad that you trust me. [Medrays favorability increases.] [The standard of goodness has been met by 12%.] Sheesh. Is it still only 12%? Since he is such a big guy, it seems impossible to meet the standard simply by ttering him. Still, it was true that I was able to use the perfectly cooked medray as I wanted, so I felt confident in my ability to use it. Excuse me, but I will take the initiative and continue the fight. Medray, please provide support at the appropriate time. Its been a while since we got together, but dont worry too much. Because we worked together perfectly with that difficult ice witch. If its an ice witch You probably dont know. Hes called the Frost Spirit, and hes been a resident of the tower long before you came to the tower. Cooing. Arge rock fell on Jinhyeoks head. I cant believe the name Frost Spirit came out of the mouth of a medray. Or rather, that ancient climber is still alive? The window I had kept in subspace came to mind, and my mind was confused by unexpected information. It seems like I have one more thing to talk about with Medray after this fight. *** In a tense confrontation between the two. There was also great unrest among the returnees. This is because the central axis of Clemence has disappeared and it is no longer possible to guarantee what will happen to their lives. Are you going to keep fighting? Now there would be no reason for that. Teresa asked the pdin in front of her. The bounty ced by the system has not disappeared yet. You have to be alive to receive the bounty. The pdin let out a long sigh at the words that reminded him of reality. Thats not wrong either. Now that the Primordial One has turned the tables, there is no reason to fulfill the contract made with Nyathotep. Rather, they developed a deep desire for revenge on those who stabbed them in the back. And it was the same for the rest of the returnees. Hmm. Its a shame. I really wanted topete. The white-haired boy licked his lips. The clothes he was wearing were stained red due to scratches here and there, but the excitement and pleasure seemed greater than the pain. Get out of here because I dont want to see you again. Cheon Yu-seong wiped the blood from his forehead and caught his breath. There is a 100% chance that we will only suffer losses if we fight among ourselves. huh. joy. Consider yourself lucky that your life was saved. Frey and Ellis also gained magical power. Now the situation has arrived where we must move to deal with a new, bigger enemy. The returnees had to dodge as quickly as possible to avoid being absorbed by the Yomaganto. Jinhyuk nced into the air, examining the entire situation. If weve made a fuss like this, its about time Just when I thought so. Ugh! A crack appeared in the air. Finally, the person I had been waiting for came. [Senior manager Rick Hennessy intervenes.] You are intruding on such a busy time. A middle-aged gentleman wearing a fedora came down the translucent stairs. Why did you appear here? Yomaganto frowned. Among the senior managers, Rick Hennessy and Bendivia were the ones who especially did not follow their instructions. In particr, Rick had been stubborn and disobeyed their orders, even though he had only recently been promoted to upper management. However, I couldnt help but feel ufortable as I intervened again at such an important moment. Its not my hobby toe to hellish ces like this, but actually I called you! Jinhyuk quickly raised his hand like a child who knew the answer. yes. yer Jinhyuk Kang expressed strong protest against this interference with the stairs. Even though the covenant has ended, not only does he freely appear as his true self lets see. You said that ording to System Article 103, Section 22 -c, there is a use that states that primordial beings cannot go to any dimension other than the Tower. How did you know that there was a use like this? Rick yed with his monocle and flipped through a long book. It was a legal code containing variousws and provisions regarding the system that only senior managers could have. Its ridiculous. so. How dare a senior manager give me a penalty? Of course, I know very well that my subject does not have the power and authority to do so. Rick joked and bowed his head deeply. The overly exaggerated self-deprecation is rather annoying. However, I think I can give you one of the items I own as a gift of deep constion. Rick took out a feather fan made of golden feathers from subspace. Sasak. The quill disappeared. The ce it reappeared was on Jinhyeoks hand. [The quill that writes thew is activated!] Content: You can modify certain parts of the rules set by the system. Special reward from Rick Hennessy. While the man added a variable by pranking Jack Eden, Rick nned to give Jinhyuk a variable by using Yomagantos movement as an opportunity. There. [The unique ability System Maniption is activated!] Jinhyuk has called up an operator-only ability from Memory of the World. Parts! When the two sparks met, sparks of different colors emitted dazzling light. A new kind of magic opens a new horizon. [Bounty Event] Contents: yer Kang Jin-hyuk Chijijik! The status window written in gold blinked stutteringly. Like directing a scene from an old TV. When Jinhyuk moved the quill pen for a moment, the previously written letters disappeared and apletely different sentence waspleted. [Bounty Event] Content: If you seed in defeating the ancient god Yomaganto, the returnees will be able to fulfill one wish they have. This quest is a group quest and encourages cooperation rather thanpetition. (In addition, if you form an alliance with the Goinmul Corporation, you will be able to lift one of the bans ced on each returnee.) You Yomaganto exposed his mrs as he looked at the brand engraved on his body. Thispletely changed the face of the fight. A famous person said that. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth drew a crescent moon. The enemy of my enemy is my friend. If we had risked our lives with the returnees just a moment ago, now we can fight as one for a greater hope. Chapter 683 Episode 683 Three mes Yomaganto (2) What, isnt it over yet? They still grant wishes? Its not just that. They say you can fight on the same side as Kang Jin-hyuk and Medray. Theyre even lifting the ban. Do you know that you can use one of the weapons or items you used before returning? Murmur. The returnees, who had tried to leave the ce just a minute ago, were greatly shaken. Game changer. Because the rules for everything have changed. Ha ha ha ha ha! The more I really dig into it, the more surprising it is. Not only was he an ancient being, but he was also in a position to be called a senior manager. Medray burst outughing. I thought I had encountered more strong climbers than anyone else before, but I can definitely say that I had never encountered such a mysterious and heterogeneous climber. Medrays honest true feelings were that he was more interested and wanted to know more than the frost spirit he met before. yer Kang Jin-hyuk really seems to have a knack for attracting people. To be honest, I didnt know that they would even recruit Medray. Rick also expressed his honest impressions. The calm smile on his face was deeply convinced that his choice was not wrong. Thanks to the right help at the right time. Well, Im just trying my best to keep this tower from losing its bnce. Many holes have already been created by those with too much power. We must make efforts to prevent bigger holes from forming in the future. Hehe. Thats a fair point, but I think thats where my role for today ends. Rick lowered his fedora slightly. This is because Yomagantos anger, which had gone awry in many ways, was about to reach Rick. Rick has already done his job well. As he said, the rest is up to those who are here. Jinhyuk cracked his knuckles. From now on, it is a battle of how well the overflowing chess pieces can be utilized at the right time. The dice have already been rolled. What will everyone do? You wanted your wish toe true so badly that you couldnt catch me, so you wouldnt have been scared just because your partner had changed, right? Shut up! I will kill the person who fell for that sweet talk. If you dont want to end up like Clemence, run away to where you came from now. Then I wont particrly chase you down and burn you down. Yomaganto used the second me. Cartoon (). A me erupted that set the heavens and earth on fire, and the drynd instantly turned into a sea of fire. The mes traveling hundreds of meters per second in the wind showed that Yomagantos words were definitely not bluffs. The returnees paused. In the face of this terrifying force, no one willingly approached Jinhyeok. also. Unless I go crazy, I wont stand on the side of someone who is sure to lose. Yomaganto snorted and blew out the mes that had formed on his palm. Huh. With a light exhtion, mes rushed towards Jinhyuk. Light and fast. But just before the me reached Jinhyeoks feet. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! White cold swirled around dizzyingly. Krrr! Koooooo! Snowy mountain wolves with white manes stood in front as if protecting Jinhyeok. Chi-ik! The mes that were flying due to the cold quickly died out. Let me join you. Gregory aimed his crossbow toward where Yomaganto was. First rebellion. From that point on, the returnees began to move one by one. Everyone came together for one purpose, as if they had made a promise. thud! thud! thud! thud! The undead troops chasing the remaining forces of Muhon and Pendariel immediately changed course. Pdin and vampire hunter. Half dragon, martial artist, necromancer, etc. Returnees with various upations and abilities targeted new targets. What is your name? The white-haired boyughed bitterly. Cheon Yu-seong sighed and reluctantly answered. Its natural. My name is Adele. Payne von Adel. Adele smiled even deeper. Just as I was about to ask what to do, Adele added another word. Im the kind of person who needs to win the game to be relieved. But this time, we couldnte to a clear conclusion. So, I will continue to visit my brother from now on. Continue until one of you shows the red flesh inside. Are you serious about that? huh! An answer that is pure, without malice, and is as innocent as a child. A cold sweat ran down Cheon Yu-seongs spine. At the same time, I realized for the first time how terrifying an obsession bordering on madness can be. *** Youre drinking strong liquor. Yomaganto looked at the enemies taking stances from all directions. Mere creatures unite to fight against God. Even though it was rare for them to appear in the lower levels of the tower, they had no intention of showing mercy to bugs that did not recognize their status. Because it was natural for bugs to meet a befitting end. [The second me, Cartoon Dance, is activated!] It is on a different level from the me that was blown out with exhtion a moment ago. A fireball the size of a house spun at high speed and struck the oing undead troops. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! What followed was a result beyond recognition. mes stretching for tens of kilometers stretched like a spiders web, obliterating all traces of the undeads existence in this world. Koooooo! Kaaaaak! It did not discriminate whether the target was low-level or high-level. From skeleton soldiers with basic weapons to Death Knights who know how to handle Aurors. Anything that came into contact with fire was burned. What kind of power is this. annihtion in one go? The returnees who managed to escape the attack range cursed. The ability to fire fire with all its lethality, speed, and power. I expected it to be a difficult fight, but this went far beyond the line. Cough! Gagging. The necromancer, who lost over 90% of his troops in one go, vomited blood from his mouth. Because I had suffered so much damage in a short period of time, it was impossible to maintain my sanity. [Returner Necromancer Shadorew has been eliminated.] The worlds strongest man fell so fleetingly. However, without even a moment to catch his breath, Yomagantos attack continued. Grumble! This time, a thick stream of fire shot up into the sky. [The cartoon Dumb Volcano is activated!] Kwakwakwakwakwak! Volcanic bombs began to erupt and rained down in all directions. Magma soaked thend and the red river began to overflow. Is magic power infinite? Its almost outrageous that such a wide-range machine can be fired so calmly without breaking a sweat. Right then. [Red Caterpir awakens!] [Dark Spider spews webs!] [Silver Brown Butterfly answers its owners call!] Medray summoned the divine beasts. The three divine beasts each used different skills. Red, dark brown, and silver-brown powders and liquids created a sticky barrier. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! An earth-shaking shock rang out. At first nce, these are nothing special secretions from insects. Of course, it makes no sense to block an attack from a primordial god like that. but. Cheeeeeek! The three-colored wall did not melt even with the mes of the Yomaganto. The surface was severely scorched, but those behind it suffered no damage from the fire. Wriggling. Yomagantos eyebrows were bent into an inverted shape. As the attack, which was quite powerful, was blocked by the returner, I became even more ufortable. He said he was the most useful among the returnees, but he was acting cute. I am honored that a great person gives me such praise. Its a mediocre talent, but Ill do my best to deal with it. How dare you speak against me? I know its impossible. But since we cant just die, shouldnt we at least struggle? Medray imbued the divine beasts with magical power. Ill even burn your bones. The energy of Yomaganto has changed. Much hotter, red fire was poured down in the form of a rain of fire. Chi-ik! Temperature approaching the center of the sun. Its at a level where even ice powers cant even dare to stop it. The roaring snakes of fire ravaged Medray and the divine beasts he had summoned. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! The snakes crawling at high speed formed a circle around the Medray and then exploded all at once. The clouds split and even the sky burns. There was an explosion so massive that part of the canyon disappeared. however. !? This time the results were simr. Although the barrier was half melted, Medray only suffered minor burns and did not die. Jinhyuk secretly clenched his fist. I knew it. The reason Medray is special is not simply because she is the noblest and strongest among the returnees. Medray, who has reached the pinnacle of bnce and harmony, has ovee the wall. As a result, new abilities recognized by the towers system were able to develop. [Rainbow Bridge C Field of Mixed Colors is activated.] The power to transcend existing power by mixing colors. If the Necronomicon is the strongest spear that can pose a threat to primordial beings, the power of Medray is the strongest shield that can cancel out the power of primordial beings. And if the strongest shield holds strong Elise. Frey. I know. huh. The means to injure Yomaganto were in ce. [Unique spear Chronosphere is activated!] [Unique spear Revtion of the Beginning C Blood Eclipse is activated!] [Unique spear Immortal Puppet Master C Spear Dancing is activated!] Three spears from different directions Offensive techniques were unleashed. Fuuuuuuu! The Chronospheres sh struck the Yomagantos shield first. The shield made of me went haywire. A storm of blood hit the thin crack. Card knock! The crack gets wider and wider. The wide-area attack, which was as powerful as the Yomaganto, steadily widened the gap in the shield. at the same time. Phew! Frey, whose presence was nowhere to be seen, burrowed into the Yomaganto. The spear cut through the flesh and popped out the other side. Did it work? The moment I thought that, Frey quickly widened the distance. Instead of blood, purple mes rose from the area where the spear pierced. Grumbling. A fierce look of death shed in Yomagantos eyes. shit. I thought Freys javelin would cause at least some damage, but does that mean that even in unique spear mode, all it does is make people angry? Then Jinhyuk called the other person this time. great job. Ill call you againter, so stay inside for now. Im sorry I couldnt be of much help. But I did my best, so please keep your promise. Martial Spirit and Pendariel looked at Jinhyeok. They look anxious, fearing that their promise to return control of the stairs may be overturned. dont worry. Once I say something, I always keep it. Jinhyuk reverse-summoned Martial Spirit and Pendariel. Although it was a short period of time, my understanding of the unique spear increased significantly thanks to using the abilities of the two bosses to their maximum. In other words. [The warriors stance stats have been upgraded.] This means that it is now possible to summon a higher version of the boss. The second boss summoned was a bit special. Chapter 684 Episode 684. Three mes Yomaganto (3) [Boss monster selected.] The red status window shed with a short phrase. here is. The person who appeared was a handsome man with soft silver hair. Michael. He is a vampire who fought Jinhyeok on the iceke with Bertion Ophelia, the hunting dog of Decasus. The blood rtives of Decasus, who had been forgotten after their death due to the joint attack with Ellis, were able to appear in the world once again thanks to Jinhyeoks unique spear. hi? Jinhyuk waved his hand at Michael. Still, its my first time. I put on the kindest smile and softest voice possible. you! Michaels red pupils narrowed. Now that he has met the enemy who killed him, his reaction is bound to be intense. However, before the skewer made of blood could reach Jinhyeok, the red blood dropspletely blocked the attack trajectory. [Blood Explosion is activated!] Puff puff puck! The skewers were smashed in such a futile manner. Michael froze on the spot. It was just one battle of light exchanges, but with just that one encounter, I felt that there was an insurmountable gap. When did you be so strong? A lot of time has passed since you died. Various things have happened in the meantime, so you can say that the way we y has changed since then. In other words. This means that no matter how many times you attack someone, whether out of revenge or not, it will be of no use. Ha! So you dragged me out of hell again just to use your great skills to make fun of me? Because one episode wasnt enough? I dont know who you think is such a petty and mean person other than some kind of kid . No. I called you because I wanted to give you another chance. Opportunity? Yes. You dont know, but Exension is dead and all the other family heads have fallen. To sum it up in the short version, the whole fight ended with Ellis regaining her position as the head of Ataraxia. Exension Are you saying that the other heads of the family are also dead? entire? And in the end, Ellis Michael stumbled, probably because he was quite shocked. It was because his body lost strength for a moment. It would inevitably be difficult to ept reality. Michael clearly saw Ellis as she was before she was exiled. I longed for her. A pure-blooded empress who was beautiful, strong, and noble. I had no doubt that she would one day elevate vampires to a higher level. Its just that my admiration for Elise was so strong that the feeling of betrayal when that expectation was shattered was even greater. If so, now all you have to do is correct the wrong choices stained with regret. If you join me, I will give you a chance to live as a member of a great family once again. The position of the Decasus head is vacant, so you can give it to me if you can. . Michaels face turned serious. I dont know if it was because he was given a second chance, or if he coveted the position of the Decasus head of the family. It was clear that the bait floating in front of my eyes was irresistibly attractive. I didnt worry for long. The enemy I had once been full of hatred for was no longer my enemy. In order to achieve new interests and what I wanted to achieve, it was time to get on board. . [Vampire Michael decides to be with you.] Michael stood next to Jinhyuk. Its okay to say this when weve already decided to be together, but what can I do to help? There are still many questions . Although the things were unfamiliar, I already knew that the ce I was in was unusual. Although Jinhyeok had be stronger than before, the creepy energy seen from afar was giving off an ominous feeling that I had never felt from any other head of the family. I couldnt do it. It is a magical power that is hard to believe exists in this world. Jinhyeok calmly answered Michaels question, You were good at something. Blood Wayport. Arge-scale space movement magic that attempted to send monsters created through sacrifices out of the tower. Activate it again . Ive created a new magic ritual, so you just have to make an altar to suit it. *** Arge-scale magic using blood. Originally, it would have required thorough preparations, but since time was limited, I used my utmost discretion and cunning. It has to be done. As an example, Ophelia was already next to Michael. Ellis, who heard what had happened, added Ataraxias blood rtives. C I will have to exin it properlyter. After embracing Teresa, Michael also came forward, so the great The queens eyes couldnt help but sting. What crime am I guilty of? Ophelia also found herself sitting on a thorn cushion between Jinhyeok and her old boss, Michael. Concentrate, Ophelia. Yes no, yes! Michael! Ophelia bit her fingertip and let out a drop of blood. At that very moment. [The basic technique of Blood Wayport is implemented!] Ugh! The red magic circle made of blood began to activate. An unusual energy condensed. Jinhyeokspletely changed technique was creating an opportunity that could literally change the course of this fight. At the same time. Howling! Ku-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Kwaaaa! A half-breed born from a cross-breed with a red dragon. Misha screamed at the top of his lungs. Although the blood of the Red n, who specialized in controlling fire, was mixed, the fire of Yomaganto was at a level that even the dragons fire resistance could not withstand. Patter. The ck, burned ash was absorbed as is. The Youmagantos me took on an even more intense color. Thats right. The Yomaganto took a step forward. One step at a time. The slow steps that even felt rxed seemed to say that there was nothing that could stop him. Its terrible. It wont be easy to hold on. The spirit kings made their final stronghold. The fairies, spirit beasts, and divine beasts in the forest built severalyers of walls and once again pledged to fight to the death. Laughable paper . Its a wall. Do you think that those who were swept away even while trapped in the body of Angelis can stop me in this state? A heavily subdued voice. Rattling! The whole bodies of the lower-ss fairies and spirit beasts trembled like aspen trees. Some fell down with foam at the mouth or even passed out. Even making eye contact is difficult. If thats the case, will there still be the will to fight? It was obvious that even a light attack would shatter his fighting spirit. You have to move first. If you allow yers, there is no future. The Spirit Kings decided that way and poured out all the magical power they had. [The Spirit Kings activate the special skill Age of Spirits!] All the trees and grass in the canyon stood up. Rumble Kwakwakwauk! Dark clouds gathered and lightning struck. The vines and dirt stretched forward as waves. The stairs themselves poured everything they had into facing the approaching disaster. but. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! [Yomaganto activates the Sword of Manga!] As swords made of red me crossed the horizon, all resistance was in vain. The entire valley was cut off, causing andslide, and the cutke exposed its bottom. Sigh. Yomaganto, who swept away the small things, slowly raised his sword. And just as slowly, he lowered his sword down. It feels like watching slow motion. However, that slow sword had the power to cut down heaven and earth. !? Madmunta, the Spirit King of Earth, came to his senses a beatte and swung his hammer. It was a battle hammer that weighed several tons and was up to 5 meters long. Kwaaaaaaaa! The moment the sword and hammer collided, the rock split into atoms. The sword continued its trajectory towards Madmuntas heart, which had lost its means of defense. Its dangerous! Wind Spirit King Wingracia took out a translucent shield. It was a holy relic that could discharge cold weapons as is. however. Crunch patter Kwakwakwakwakwa! The cartoons sword twisted the main premise of let go of attacks. Damn it! Cracks in the shield. There is no match for it. This couldnt even be called a battle. A dark shadow fell on Madmunta and Wingracias faces. Within seconds, they realized what their fate would be. Right at that moment. [Revtion of the Beginning C Pure-blooded Empress is activated!] [Rainbow Bridges Unique Slug Shell is summoned!] Medray and Ellis joined. The strange shield with a mixture of purple and silver light withstood the Youmaganto sword. Ellis bright red rapier pierced the mes of the Youmaganto. Yeah. There were you two. Yomagantos steps stopped for the first time. I was bored with only dealing with insignificant insects, but an enemy appeared that could shake off the sparks that had umted on my sword. In particr, Ellis von Ataraxia was someone who was interested in not only Nyathotep but also the guy called that man. -You can cut off all the limbs, but dont kill them, capture them alive. If that was the only constraint on this fight, it was a constraint. Let me personally check to what extent the famous Jinjo is. There is no one left alive who said such nonsense to Jim. Two monsters whose pride reached the sky crossed their swords. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! mes and blood drops exploded. In terms of power and speed, Yomaganto was several levels higher, but he filled the gap with the unique rapier skills he learned from Jinhyeok. In the first ce, the fact that there was no need to learn swordsmanship separately as a Yomaganto, which overwhelmed all enemies with simple physical strength, also yed a big role. Also, I was able to withstand the fatal blows that came in between with the help of Medray and the rest of the returnees. Support those two as much as you can. We have to work together to make our wishese true. Tsk! I know that. The worn-out returnees put aside their pride and focused on survival and their goals. From the moment I realized how terrifying the power of Yomaganto was, I gave up the idea of bing a hero a long time ago. Now, only the thought of providing support in line with Goinmul Corporation was prevalent. Youre annoying. Grumble! Yomaganto gathered a lot of money. It wont be able to melt Medrays shield, but the area it can protect will be limited. The intention is to turn everything else into ashes and then organize the rest. Anyone wants! [Elise activates Blood Eclipse!] Puff puff poop! Gyeophwa and Pivora collided head-on. Two energies swirling at high speeds endlessly dug into the ground. Perfect offset. No, it was perfect, but this would be the first andst time that a tie was achieved. haha Sigh Ellis was out of breath, but there was not much magical power left. It is indeed worthy of being called the strongest pureblood. You are the first to respond to my attack to this extent. Yomaganto expressed his sentiments without hesitation. At the same time, I understood a little why some people were so interested in Ellis. That was when I flinched. I was focusing on Ellis. The Yomagantos eyes were directed to a ce a little far away from the battlefield. It was because it sensed something unusual enough topletely change its priorities. Space movement? Or is it a sealing circle? Or could it be that it is trying to summon something? army. Either way, it seemed like a pretty annoying prank was about to begin, because a type of magical power that Yomaganto had never felt before was stirring. Chapter 685 Episode 685 Three mes Yomaganto (4) Its going to be breathtaking. Jinhyuk continued to look at the atmosphere on both sides. Thanks to the good news from Ellis, Medray, and the rest of the returnees, we were able to gain time to activate the Blood Wayport. But it will only be for a moment. In the first ce, it was almost impossible to stop a monster of Yomaganto level. A simple ignorant Gross would have been better. Its not just about the size of the power. Magic power distribution, sense, etc. He knew better than anyone else how to move to win. actually. [The Satellite Fleet is cruising.] All the drones Jinhyeok sent through the Machine Lord were shot down. In addition, all the various routes leading into the canyon were blocked. To ensure perfect hunting, severalyers of sieges were set up around the canyon. Barriers, fire summons, various distortion fields, and even fleets were fully mobilized. I feel like Im fighting a strategist rather than an ancient god. During the battle, I felt cold sweat running down my spine due to the meticulous nning of the rearguard action. Wolyoung. Yes, my lord. Wolyoung, who was standing next to Jinhyeok, bowed to Jinhyeoks call. Please go with Frey to escort Mr. Pesis and the 2 chickens. Thanks to the modification of the bounty event to Yomaganto, the returnees would not be chasing those two, but we could not ignore the possibility that the ancient beings had prepared another move. There are 2 chickens that can use system maniption, but they are not enough to cover the physics. 2 Chicken was also not an operator specialized inbat. I think its safer that way, too. Yes. Frey also nodded. However, contrary to what he said, Frey did not follow Wolyoung willingly. whats the matter? Is there something wrong with you? No Im a little nervous about leaving you alone. huh. ? hmm. Dont worry, the personnel distribution was done appropriately. If you two are left out, there wont be a big hole. There is a 99.25% chance that you did very poorly on thenguage test. Frey tossed his head left and right. I dont know what hes talking about all of a sudden, but I feel like hes a little upset. As Frey left, Michael clicked his tongue. Whether before or now, you are still as clueless as ever. What are you talking about again? Okay. You shouldnt talk. Dont talk nonsense. Make a wayport quickly. That guy. Hes so quick-witted that hell notice our trick in a little while. Damn it. Dont you know that rushing wont make things go faster? This is my first time trying this type of magic. Michael continued to frown. It was inevitable that theplex form written in the drawing was a top-level magic that was a chaoticbination of ancient barriers and runes on the existing Blood Wayport. Oh my. How on earth did you make that? The Blood Wayport alone is the result of over ten years of hard work by the head of the Decasus family. The human in front of us has not only developed a higher-level technique that is several times more difficult, but also a third force that maximizes the synergy between the two. He even created a magic trick. I had no idea how high up he was looking down. At the same time, since he was such a talented monster, I could understand why he and the matriarch had suffered. Just then. Quaaaaaa! The ground shook with a huge explosion sound. It was the result of Yomaganto and Medray using each others wide-range skills. Jerk off! A sh of ridiculous skills that could be felt even from afar. It seems like Ellis really got on Yomagantos nerves. That was also the point of Yomagantos gaze for a moment. I felt this directly. In the end, the true identity of the Blood Wayport was revealed. Damn it. Jinhyeok clicked his tongue. Ellis magic power must have been greatly reduced due to the attack just now. However, Medley and the rest of the returnees alone were enough to defeat Yomaganto. Its impossible to block it. How much is left? About 80% Michael also swallowed dry saliva from the death pouring down on him. Im continuing. Ill try to pass the time somehow. Kwaang! After speaking, Jinhyeokunched himself towards the ce where the Yomaganto was located. Jinhyuks body, which used Heavenly Demon Master, became the wind and disappeared. The time to gain is about 30. Minutes. You have to pour everything into it. *** Youre finallying forward in person. It seems a little too much to deal with with just our kids. Jinhyuk handed the vial containing his blood to Ellis. Ellis took a deep breath. He calmed himself down and slowly sucked in the blood. I think I was nning a fun trick, but it was a mistake toe here to buy time. A small sphere floated next to Yomaganto. It was a type of drone. An image transmitted from outside in the air. It had the ability to project. [Special AI mini satellite is activated.] Parts! Familiar faces appeared in the air. Fesis, 2 chickens, and even Wolyoung and Frey approaching towards it. The movements of the detachment to secure the Necronomicon were perfectly captured. Of course, the multiple pursuit parties chasing them were also captured. Unlike you, my men are much faster. Even though we couldunch a surprise attack at any moment, the reason we are holding back is to wait for you guys to secure the Necronomicon. It is said that the bear does the trick and the owner makes the money. If you watch leisurely until the hunting dogs secure their prey, Thats okay. Killing him after that was enough. And. I dont know what theyre preparing right now, but whatever kind it is, wouldnt it be meaningful if youre alive? Thats not wrong either. So, what do you want to say? It looks like the technique will bepleted in about 20 to 30 minutes, but it seems like you miscalcted that you could survive that time against me. A bitter smile appeared at the corner of the Yomagantos mouth . It spun around. Whoa! With a snap of the fingers, the me took on a new form. [The cartoon sword Ring of Fire is activated!] It was at that moment that the red circle spread. Although it is less than 1cm thick, it moves at an incredible speed. Wow, it was filled with heat. Kwaaaaang! Jinhyuk managed to bounce the ring upwards. He tried to block it reflexively, but it was fortunate that he realized that it wasnt the kind that could be blocked when it collided with the ring. The ring, whose orbit had changed, was another part of the canyon. After cutting off another cliff, it disappeared into thin air. One of them is responding well. How about a few dozen times more than that? Wow! The number of 1m-sized rings increased. Jinhyeoks eyes narrowed. The rings were also a problem, but the real thing was different. Eye of Gluttony is next to the Yomaganto. A mini-satellite floating in the sky was discovered gathering an absurd amount of magical power. A purple brilliance that can be said to be the essence of the ancient times. If that waspleted, it would undoubtedly deal a blow much more dangerous than the ring of fire. Its an exorcism! Jin Hyeok-i said. I struck. Then the sweet potato that was waiting in the air opened its mouth. Mogiyi! [The sweet potato activates Sword of Condemnation!] Kukukukuku! A ming sword was summoned. Is it an ancient species? Its a bit of an effort to not even be a Eucharist. Do you really think that the Hechlings breath will work? I waited for you to ask just that question. Huh! Huh! Jinhyuk steadied his voice. And he adjusted his posture while being conscious of the numerous people watching from behind. Tong . Its not important whether you do it or not. The sincere voice contained a cause for many people beyond their own safety: To protect the ce where my children were born. And to protect the children who will live in the future, we will pour everything we have. Even if all of us are here, we will do our best. Even if I fall on you. Twitching. The corner of my mouth twitches. I feel like I want to turn into fine dust right now because I cant help but cringe. Still, I have to hold back. If I ovee this cringe now, there will be a big rewardter. Ha hey. Theres no such thing. A y with such obvious emotionalism would work Yomaganto let out augh. Even a novel y only shines when a believable target has a clean build-up. A target with a dark inside like Jinhyeok is No matter how politely you speak, no one will respond. It is a reasonable and reasonable idea. Normally, it would be correct to think that way. However, there is something that such Yomaganto is overlooking. The Yomaganto has been worn out by living as countless different returnees. Unlike spirit beasts and fairies, who do not have much contact with humans, do not have much tolerance for this kind of y. Moreover, [the unique ability Mentra Taming is activated!] Wooooow! Spirit Translucent lines continued between the beasts and the divine beasts. [Communication with the natural races reaches its maximum.] [Yotleam Canyon responds to your pure will to protect it.] [The purest magical power is supplied. .] You think so much of us. Until the end We will be together. The gorge will not break. The Spirit Kings gathered all their remaining magical power. Thissomething else works? Are everyones eyes like knot holes? ? Yomaganto muttered in astonishment, Youre so jealous. Children are innocent. A pure and enormous amount of magical power seeped deep into my body through the ground and my breath. A blue spark appeared in Jinhyuks eyes. [The unique ability One Eye Moon is activated!] [The unique ability System Maniption is activated!] [The attack range of One Eye Moon is readjusted to a single target.] Oooh! Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! The air split and a dark red ray of light emitted from Groths single eye. A beam of light that travels the shortest distance. By manipting the system, instead of adjusting the range to a single level, the amount of damage can now be nearly doubled. It may be weaker than what Gross used, but if you are directly attacked by a unique ability that contains ancient power, it will be difficult for you to be safe even if you are a Youmaganto. There. Ugh! [Is the Memory of the World being released?] Chrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr. The pages quickly turn and the stored abilities pop out. The chosen one is the optimalunch pad to use the powers and respective abilities of the Olympian gods. [The unique ability Apostates Golden Apple is activated!] [The unique ability Apostate God is activated!] Crunch. Each took a bite of four golden apples. [Summon Zeus Astrape!] [Summon Poseidons sea waves!] [Summon Athenas promised victory!] [Summon Ares Red God Spear!] Four different abilities were born in the hand summoned by a god of great strength. The powerful God, strengthened in Phase 2, maximizes all of his abilities as he is enveloped in dark red sparks. Goes. The moment the sword of condemnation and the waves of Gross explode, Quang! Jinhyeok, who moved behind Yomaganto, poured out all his skills. Puffpuffpuffpuff! Attacks from both directions. It is absolutely perfect timing and power. however. Yes. I knew how to use the copied abilities. Even though he witnessed a blow that could be said to be fatal, Yomaganto was actually saying that he had been waiting for just this moment. Chapter 686 Episode 686. Endless Wayport (1) moment. Creepy. A cold shiver ran through my heart. The moment I realized what had happened was just before all the attacks engulfed Yomagantos entire body. Something is wrong. The ground I stand on and the air I breathe through my lungs. And even the magic power transmitted through the skin. Because I felt at odds with everything. And the ominous feeling I felt 0.1 seconds ago became certainty 0.1 secondster and hit my head. [Yomaganto uses the abilities of the 121st returnee Itsuya.] [Answer Itsuyas call in the world of Nine Heaven and Nine Swords.] [All seven conditions have been met.] [Absorbing blood The w is invoked!] Condition met. Unlike the wide-ranging barrier, Eastern spells sometimes trigger the greatw when allplex conditions are met. Like right now. The power of the Greek gods brought about through Gros and the Apostates Golden Apple waspletely absorbed into Yomaganto. Pazzutz! The primordial light took on a much darker purple color. [The second me, Light of Taihwa (̩), is activated!] As the storm of tremendous magical power was sucked in, the Yomagantos Hellfire became hotter than before. I cant even see due to the high fever. An area where even the senses disappear. Anyway, its obvious that theyre going to counterattack with Gross abilities, so why not just sit there and let that happen? I waited for the right moment tounch an all-out attack. If all the power invested in is absorbed, that will determine the oue. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Red mes engulfed Jinhyeok. Grumble! Kwa-kwa-kwa-rrrrrrrrrrrrr! The barriers made of cier sculpture and various barriers evaporated. Kaaaa! A painful scream burst from Jinhyeoks mouth. The Seraphim and Phase 2 states were protecting the body, but that wouldntst long. This is because the allowable limit for defense has already been exceeded. Above all, since most of the magical power had been consumed for the previous attack, there were no cards left to counter it. Right then. contractor! Ellis spread her wings wide and hugged Jinhyuk. A pair of wingspletely enveloped Jinhyeok. Immediately, a burning pain that felt like it would burn my brain struck my entire body. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! The ancient light broke down the Book of Revtion at the beginning and prated further and further inward. what are you doing! If this continues, both of us will suffer! Staystay still! I will protect the contractor. Ellis bit his lip. Although his entire body was scorched by fire, he seemed to have no intention of giving up on Jinhyuk. [Activate the Pure-blooded Will from the Book of Revtions!] Among the countless blood drops, the first and purest blood drops were gathered. One of the few defense skills that Ellis has. Jinjo, who was proud and noble, always looked down on others, so all of his abilities had no choice but to be specialized in attack. It was a choice to protect someone rather than to suppress such an enemy. Grumble! The me sets the blood on fire. However, the will in his red eyes could not be burned. Even if I copse into ashes right here. Protect. [Pureblood will exceeds its limit!] The situation has changed. From the blood drops that had turned into ashes and scattered, a brilliant vitality arose and began to resist the ancient power. *** When this happened, it was actually the Yomaganto side that was in trouble. Its beyond my imagination. The pressure on my entire body far exceeded the expected value. Several techniques that had already been prepared in advance were being activated to suppress the power of Jinjo, but Elliss power was at a level where even invisible shackles could not block it. Yomagantos eyebrows twitched. This side also has plenty of power left. only. If we pushed too hard, there was a risk that Ellis would die. Even if this stalemate was maintained, Elliss vitality would undoubtedly be depleted quickly. Tsk! Nothing really goes as nned. Youmaganto has gathered its magical power. The temperature of the me has noticeably weakened. However, that was not to save Jinhyeok, but to avoid inflicting fatal injuries on Ellis right now. Finishing off Jinhyuk, who was having a hard time standing upright anyway, was as easy as twisting a chicken. And that clumsy carelessness led to serious consequences. now! Do your best to drink with all your might. Its yourst chance! Wow! Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! The returnees poured out their unique skills. The colorful abilities made the ce where Yomaganto was located a wastnd. They also used the strongest holy relics they brought from their respective worlds, including crossbows made from Gods holy water and cursed spears, with the determination to throw them away. Tsk! Flying insects Amidst the cloudy smoke, Yomaganto let out an irritated curse. Although I didnt suffer any major damage, I couldnt help but feel distracted. The gap created like that. This is enough. Likewise, Medray, who was preparing a blow, squeezed out everything that was left. Two threads made of magical power led to where Elise was. Parts! [Rainbow Bridges silver white and vermilion colors are oveid!] The color of the wings. The color of the blood changed. Ku-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! A pair of wings spread wide. Blood drops were created more vivid and beautiful than ever before. what? Yomagantos expression changed 180 degrees. at the same time. Kukukukukukuku! The tight bnce that had been achieved copsed in an instant. Before the magic power could be rearranged, pure white waves flooded in. A power that can tear space itself to pieces. Although its power was temporary, it had reached a level that surpassed purple. Ugh! A heavy groan flowed from Yomagantos mouth. I can definitely say that this is the first time something like this has happened. The waves crashing in from all directions were not only hindering the gathering of magic power, but also preventing the control of the summons and satellites beingmanded. The biggest problem is that the ability to detect magical power has been destroyed. As it is essential in battle to read how the enemy will move next, confusion in this function was very fatal. Puff puff! Quad deuk! Drops of blood hitting the whole body. One by one, the wounds increased on the clothes made of mes. Each one is nothing special, but when the damage umtes, it bes dangerous. That wont work. There would be nothing more funny than that if you were to get injured while trying to capture Ellis. The sword of Yomaganto was filled with deadly force. No matter what Nyathotep said, he had no intention of keeping his orders. Grumble! The purple mes gathered at the tip of the sword waited for the target to approach. Even if your senses are paralyzed, your vision may not havepletely disappeared. In that case, all you have to do is wait for Ellis to approach you with his overwhelming visual acuity. No matter how disparate the colors are, you will have to close the distance to deliver the final blow. and. The true ancestor of Ataraxia, who never breaks his pride under any circumstances, will want to end this fight with his own hands. Tuk! As he said, Ellis, who was firing a long-distance attack, approached. By stubbornly insisting on something that is almost foolish. okay. Only then will you be worthy of being called the absolute leader of the tower. Yomaganto stabbed his sword straight in. A stream of fire shot out like lightning toward one point. Although there was no technique, the speed and power were worthy of the ancients. Sword and sword met. Kagak! A very small me rose. Starting from that. [Chuhon Sword Dance.] Rapier sang softly. The swordsmanship was clearly clumsy. It is so insignificantpared to the original source. A sword of poor quality. but. [Equation 5.] The sincerity engraved in thatck was beyond the understanding of the origin. The sword used by Jinhyeok. A sword that I can imitate because I have always watched it from the side. [Chuhonmyeolcheon] Take it. Ellis recited coldly. The mes disappeared all at once, exposing Yomagantos body to the outside. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! A storm was created from the rapier and pierced the cartoon sword. Kaaaaak! Half of Yomagantos body was swept away. * Patter. In the ce where the storm swept away, there stood the Yomaganto who had lost half of his body. Even at a nce, it looks like a fatal wound. As if showing how perfect Elliss sword was. Haa haa. [Revtion of the Beginning has been lifted.] I guess its a miracle that I dont lose consciousness right now. There was nothing left for Ellis to even let go of the rapier. Still, the hard work was worth it. Because we finally defeated an enemy like Mount Tai. however. Crackcrack. The dying fire near the wound took on a strange glow. [The third me, Ember of Regeneration, is activated!] The status window that I never wanted to face blinked. The fire that was causing destruction had suddenly been transformed into hope symbolizing resurrection. Grumble! The half-blown body slowly regenerated. The part where the mes died out took its original form. To be honest, the shot just now was quite surprising. Yomaganto, who had suddenly returned to his best condition, began to move his limbs. It retains the same magical energy and power as when it first appeared as its true self. This cant be right. How are you going to kill something like that? I just had to run away. Hahaha. Wrong. Its all wrong. The returnees fighting spirit disappeared like snow. The spirit kings and spirit beasts also froze as if they were at a loss for words. Against an enemy who throws everything away butes back unharmed what can they do? Now there was no way or hope left. Its over. But when everyone is in deep despair. Wooooow! A huge beam of light shot up from a short distance away. *** Although he was born into a fairly famous family, he was destined not to be a true ancestor. Thats why the boy thought. If he cant be the main character, he will follow someone strong enough to be the main character. 10 years, 20 years 30 years and 100 years. Although he searched for various family heads and high-ranking blood rtives for a long time, he could not find anyone who could please the boy. How long has it been like that? When even the initial purpose and desire were fading, the boy finally found the person he wanted. Ellis von Ataraxia. The strongest matriarch of all time. I longed for it. Because she was brighter and more beautiful than anyone else, I thought that someday she would be able to reach the 50th floor, which is the dream of all vampires. And actually. Ellis quietly carried out that role. The matriarch of Ataraxia, who always carries on her beliefs silently and without emotion, has not lost her noble glow. Iron blood. There were no personal feelings mixed in with the pureblood Jinjo. Just as the sun rises in the east and sets in the west. It was as natural as aw. If so. That Alice cherishes someone. Sacrificing for someone. And I am living happily with all my heart. Not as a single head of the family, but as a person. Michael put the rapier to his heart. -I asked you if you had a wish. there was. Even though I died once and came back to life, there was at least one reason to continue living. Thats why we decided to do it together. Even though the journey ended too briefly and I didnt get to see the next chapter next to her Im satisfied just by seeing that expression. I respected you, loved you, hated you, and resented you. This fills in thest part of the unfinished ritual. Sobe happy now. Phew! With a bursting sound that pierces the heart. [Restrictions are removed.] A new spell has been activated. [Endless Wayport is activated!] Cuckoo! The light that reached the sky. [The god of the other world responds to the call from Hupnos.] It was a signal announcing the intervention of a new force that had not moved until now. Chapter 687 Episode 687 Endless Wayport (2) Azathoth and Shubnigurath If you call Nyathotep or Yomaganto the Outer Gods. Other forces that are in direct opposition to them are called Elder Gods. A rtionship like oil and water that shares the same 50th floor but can never be close. Although they werecent in their own territory and reluctant to intervene with the outside, this did not mean that they were not aggressive or weak. Michael? An earthquake urred in Ophelias pupils. It was because I never imagined that Michael would choose to save Ellis by risking his own life. Please do the workter. Michael smiled a soft smile that he had never shown before. It is different from the past when only massacres and ughter weremitted. It was a smile that made one feel much morefortable and calm. It was an honor to be with you. Ophelia stayed by Michaels side. And that moment. [The Elder God Oryx appears.] A blinding light was emitted. Kukukukukukuku! The shaking axis. If Yomaganto is a scorcher that burns everything. Oryx is a brilliant flower. Although it burns with pure white and purple mes, it is never hot and is a being that deals with cold fire. ElderGod. Yomaganto looked up into the sky. The fireworks surrounding my entire body were shaking and an indescribable pressure was applied to my entire body. I have answered the call. Are you the one who summoned me? A huge light headed towards the unconscious Jinhyeok. Michael was the one who activated the Endless Wayport, but the source of the magic was all pointing to Jinhyeok. Then Jinhyuk, who had fainted, dusted himself off and stood up as if he had never done so. contractor. Was it okay? Yeah no, my eyes were so dazzled that I came to my senses. Watching Ellis and Medray break through their limits was too much for my taste, but now that the Endless Wayport has opened, the break is over. Michael yed a big role. Honestly, I didnt expect it to go that far. A bitter aftertaste filled my tongue, but I could only remember him after this incident was over. Another card to fight against ancient beings. Because it was the first time I had contact with the Elder Gods. yes. I called you. Jinhyuk nodded. Its interesting that you are a human fighting the Outer Gods. Besides, I didnt know that there was someone left in this dimension who knew the magic that could call me. Thats right. Originally, contact with the Elder Gods urred after reaching the 48th floor. If I hadnt had the experience of climbing a tower once, I wouldnt have even dreamed of it. Do not disturb. oryx. If you cross the line, I wont let you go. Yomaganto spewed out mes. Grumble! Gyeophwa, filled with anger, sent a heavy warning. Our discipline is to grant the wishes of humans brought through the summoning ceremony. I simply follow that sacred duty. Oryx calmly told the truth. Then Yomagantos voice became even colder. Even if it means going to war with us? An ancient war. This refers to the prelude to the Tower of Trials, as well as countless other dimensions turning to dust. So you are willing to endure everything just to suppress one human being? Why are you trying to do that? Oryx asked back as if he couldnt understand. . Yomaganto closed his mouth. Instead, it was Jinhyuk who answered. Thats because the Necronomicon is at stake in this fight. !? This time it was Oryxs turn to be surprised. One of the few means that can threaten the Outer God. The name of a banned book, known only to very few people except those on the 50th floor, came out of a persons mouth, so it was natural to be shocked. Now I understand why Yomaganto wants to risk everything on one human. at the same time. As a member of Elder God, I was very interested in this matter. Is that something like that? Oryxs brilliance became even darker. I heard something I shouldnt have heard. Yomaganto felt that all his remaining options were gone. As long as the existence of the Necronomicon is known, Oryx will never give up. In other words, we are now in a situation where there is no answer other than war. Everything was just as Jinhyuk had intended. *** [Yomaganto activates Three mes C Burning!] Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrm! The merciless fire began to spread across the canyon and across the stairs. If up to now the ancient deity had been nothing more than entertainment to suppress lesser creatures, from now on a situation has arrived in which it must do its best against equal enemies. Damn it! [Oryx activates Frozen me C Stopped Abyss!] Oryx also confronted Yomaganto, spewing out cold mes that matched its momentum. There is a lot of tension in the air. Beings on the 50th floor who rarely fight were about to collide, so of course I felt like my heart would stop. I will secure the Necronomicon. Can I leave this to you in the meantime? That doesnt matter, but that book is something that humans cannot handle. I hope your role ends with retrieving the book. Do you understand? Although he is saying it in a twisted way, he is saying, If you secure it, hand over the book. It goes without saying, but I had no intention of doing so. of course. Contrary to my inner thoughts, the words that came out of my mouth were of apletely different kind. I think so. Its not like I can handle such dangerous items anyway. My only goal is to protect the ce I cherish. I have no desire to have anything to do with the 50th floor. Its a bonus that I intentionally raised my voice a little louder. So that everyone around can hear. i get it. I will stop that guy, so you must secure the book. Please leave it to me. Jinhyuk nodded. Then I nced behind me. No matter what, if he had done this much, he would have to acknowledge it on a humane level It was time to think like that. Tiring! [Meeted the standard of goodness.] Another purpose foring here has finallye to fruition. [Sessful in copying Medrays unique spear Rainbow Bridge] [Rainbow Bridge] Difficulty of acquisition: Unmeasurable Contents: Color can be applied to objects, including ones own body. However, there are only colors that can be applied. The type varies depending on the proficiency of the ability, and when you reach the highest level, you can mix colors to create new colors that have never existed before. [Copied abilities are stored in the memory of the world.] A willingness to sacrifice oneself for the spirits. There are countless people who even give up their lives for Jinhyeok. This would be impossible without true goodness reaching its extreme. At least, Medley truly thought so. good. With this, there is one more card that can be used against the ancient beings. Ellis. huh. Ellis approached Jinhyuk. Now that Oryx has decided to take over, I can now focus all my attention on finding the Necronomicon. [The universal Revtion of Gaebyeok is activated!] Jinhyeoks wings were ovepped on top of Elliss already tattered wings. Hold on tight. It will go quickly. What do you think of Jim? No matter how weak you are, its not so much that you cant fly. Then shall we each go? . Ellis wordlessly hugged Jinhyuks shoulders. Where! Grumble! Yomagantos sword stretched forward. Ku-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! A crack appeared in space and countless meteorites began to fall. Each one is so incrediblyrge that it reaches hundreds of meters in diameter. They formed thousands of dance moves and targeted Jinhyeok and Ellis. However, the overwhelming wide-range aircraft was blocked by a huge wall before it could reach its goal. I would have told you, I wouldnt let this guy get in your way. Oryx unfolded a veil of frozen me. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! Puff puff poop! Countless meteorites and blue mes collided in the air. The meteorite broke apart and arge amount of fragments flew out in all directions. Yomagantos eyes turned purple. If you are going to interfere until the end, I will prevent the Necronomicon from moving over, even if it means destroying this staircase itself. If you can try as much as you want. A full-scale battle unfolded between ancient gods. *** How far did you run while maintaining top speed? Creepy! Although Im quite far away from the battle radius, it feels like a snake ising right behind me. Is it still far? You may not know, but the rest is slowly reaching its limit. Cheon Yu-seong, who had already joined in, let out a groan. As the battle between Yomaganto and Oryx began in earnest, it was decided that it was more important to chase after Jinhyeok and secure the Necronomicon than to stay there. As a result, all members of Goinmul Corporation gathered together one by one. It looks like were almost there, but whats the point of saying were really there? What do you mean? You must first check the clues that Mr. Pesis and the 2 Chickens are looking for before you can confirm the final destination where the book is located. A kind of prerequisite task. Only when thest fragment is put together will the location of the banned book be revealed. Then shouldnt we support that side first? Teresa asked a reasonable question. If you dont achieve the first thing, the next thing will have no meaning. In that case, it would be reasonable to mobilize all of our capabilities to find the final clue. Of course, securing books is our top goal, but thats not everything. But in order to really win this fight, there were things that needed to be resolved together. Since they have used additional cards such as Frey and Wolyoung, they must somehow achieve their goal with their own strength. Rattling. Jinhyuk took out the old, broken jewelry box he had kept in his arms. The image of a snake biting its tail continued, and aplex and difficult map came to mind. At first nce, I couldnt even tell what it meant. Just one person. Except for Jinhyuk. Is this the branch this time? After all it was the worst of the worst. In the past, when I climbed the tower, I went through all sorts of hardships to find the Necronomicon, but there were three cases that were the most difficult. This is one of them. Tuk. Jinhyuks steps stopped in front of a huge cliff. On the outside, it looks like an ordinary cliff. ? You said it was urgent, but why are you here? Its a dead end. A ? appeared above everyones heads. However, in the following scene, the interrogative word soon turned into an exmation. [Enter the hidden route Event Horizon.] Purple waves appeared and a passage about 5 meters wide appeared in the middle of the cliff. Jinhyuk swallowed his dry saliva. The reason why this route is the worst is because several passages are connected to the 50th floor. You really have to be careful. If you make a mistake and fall somewhere on the 50th floor then you will really need a book like Surviving on the 50th Floor. Chapter 688 Episode 688 Labyrinth Border of the Horizon (1) Labyrinth Border of the Horizon. At the Tower of Trials, this ce was often referred to as thest point climbers could reach. Because you can step in once, but you cant get out again. Even great hero-level explorers and several gods discovered this ce, but no one showed up again. I went through a lot of hardships too. Jinhyuk moistened his dry lips with his tongue. If one had to choose the most troublesomebyrinth below the 50th floor, this ce would definitely be in the top three. It is a ce full of variables and gimmicks. The beginning part was easy to do, but hellish difficulty awaits you from the middle and above. Just by looking at it, it looks like a very ominous ce. Are you saying theres a book or something in here? That is most likely. Im saying Im not sure. huh. Pesis and 2 Chickens have not yet been able to obtain the final clue. To figure out the exact point, you have to wait for that moment toe. While I was there, there were a few things that needed to be resolved. Please stay alert inside and just follow behind me. If you touch anything carelessly, youll be in big trouble. Jinhyuk was at the forefront. The rest of the members followed with anxious faces. [Enter thebyrinth.] The view haspletely changed. At that moment, the sound of inhaling air came out of everyones mouths. Its dreamy. The heterogeneous yet beautiful sight I had never seen before was enough to break even the sharply built-up tension. As we cautiously went a little deeper, living creatures began to appear one by one. Kirik? Chwiiit. The colorful nts and animals were of a type I had never encountered before. Wow. So cute. Ellis and Teresas eyes sparkled brightly. Without realizing it, I tried to reach out my hand towards the fluffy rodent with white fur. Sleep Before Jinhyuk could warn, the rodents eyes turned purple. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! A hook the size of a house protruded from its body. The cute appearance is gone. Before I knew it, an ugly monster with countless teeth was drooling. Quaaaang! Kakakakang! Tsk! Cheon Yu-seong and Jin-hyuk quickly intervened. The flying hook was blocked by the sword and bounced away. Aaaah! Die Lord! Teresa and Ellis screamed and spread the distance apart. Ive fought all kinds of terrible monsters, but this was the first time that a cute monster turned into a monster in an instant. The good news is that the rodent whose first attack was blocked did not attack anymore and scurried away. So I told you to be careful. Jinhyuk sighed deeply. I thought to myself, this is what it would feel like to put disobedient kids in the water. Im sorry. Mr. Jinhyuk. Who knew this would happen? They shook Jims heart! Still, this might be a good thing. Since I experienced the heat in the beginning, I will be more careful in the future. Anyway If an intruder came in, there would have to be a reaction Due to the nature of thebyrinth, there is a guard guarding the inside. Yomaganto also believes this, which is why it does not immediately destroy the stairs. It was much more advantageous to secure the Necronomicon than to destroy it. Right then. Ssssssssssssssssssssssssss I felt a faint presence nearby. It was a change so subtle that you would never have noticed it unless you had encountered it several times. In fact, the rest of the members did not sense the difort they felt just now. Eye of Gluttony has been activated. Tiring! The status window of the being among the nts blinked before Jinhyuks eyes. [Common name gardener] Copy conditions: An ancient gardener who is more proud of the beautiful garden he created than anyone else. If you destroy his perfect garden in an unusual way, you will be able to copy one of his unique spears, unique abilities, and skills. (The type and skill level of abilities that can be copied vary in proportion to the anger and despair the gardener feels.) Because the entire thing was notpletely identified, it was not clear exactly what abilities it had. But I know the general idea, so I can check the detailster. Exciting! Exciting! For the first time in a while, my heart was pounding happily. An opportunity to obtain the abilities of a primordial being! Now that the Gardener has arrived, this is the moment when the true value of thisbyrinth is revealed. At the same time, the time to move cautiously is over. In order to shake the gatekeeper of the mightybyrinth, a game full of provocation and fraud had to be started. ??? Same time. A fierce battle was also taking ce where Pesis and the 2 chickens were. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Grumbling Chiiik! Shhh! Hiss! Snakes and lizards made of fire stuck out their tongues. Originally, they were going to attack after collecting the Necronomicon, but Oryxs intervention changed the original n drastically. The intention is to thoroughly prevent the Necronomicon from falling into the hands of the enemy, while excluding anything that poses even the slightest high risk. Im almost there, but somehow Im stuck here Pesis stomped his foot in his seat. The altar in front of you. The purpose ofing here is sealed inside. This means that you are on the verge of obtaining a clue that you can obtain if you just take one more step forward. How can you not? Im not doing this because I like it. Those snakes theyre pretty annoying. 2The chicken clicked its tongue. They were changing the me properties and individual characteristics by manipting the system, but they were so numerous in number and so fast. This means that it is not easy to deal with them one by one. 2A blue light formed on the chickens hand. Keeeeee! Keeee! Frost dust suddenly appeared on the snakes bodies covered in fireballs. Sudden temperature difference. Puff puff puff! The bodies of the snakes that came into range were unable to withstand and exploded. I eliminated about ten with this. But the remaining ones were still dozens of times more numerous than that. [Overload urs due to excessive use of abilities.] No matter how much the operator is, manipting the system will result in arge bacsh. Thick! Thick! 2Cold sweat ran down the chickens cheeks. What makes me feel worse is that we are not a top priority. How dare you do something else in front of me? As she said, the ce where most of the snakes were gathered was near the altar. Kukukukukuku! mes spewing from the snakes mouths. A scorching heat engulfed the jar on the altar, but there was not even a single scorch on the surface of the jar. The good news was that they didnt know how to unseal the altar. Pesis bit his lip. We have to hurry. Even at this moment, hisrades are fighting, believing that he willplete the mission. I had entrusted him with the most important task, but I couldnt let him fall to such adversity. I can grab their attention at once. In the meantime, please unseal the altar and send a clue to yer Jinhyeok Kang. what? Are you alone? No matter what, its too dangerous. I cant help it. Someone has to do it, and if Chicken 2 is having a hard time, I have to do something. Pesis took out a flute made of old wood and shoes made of leaves from subspace. In addition, small daggers and various equipment appeared one by one. Youre serious. haha. I need some help too. The risk is very high. Maybe you have to risk your life. Nevertheless, there are things in this world that must be tried. [Relic Great Climbers Exploration Set is activated.] [The sets effect increases all stats by 20%!] [Relic Pied Piper is activated!] [Relic Enchanting me was used!] [Hypnosis and charm effects apply to fire attribute monsters.] There is only one chance. Now! Pesis drew the attention of all enemies to himself. Anyway, this guy or that guy dont die! 2The chicken moved in the opposite direction of the physiognomy. *** Tower of Trials, 50th floor. The gardener who manages the Border Forest was literally responsible for managing all kinds of nts living on the 50th floor. He has been in this job for countless years, and there has not been a single blemish on his proud career. That has to be the case. The invaders had specific habits. There was a corresponding response manual. Above all, it was because we had the experience and know-how to respond to all kinds of variables. however. What are they doing? It was difficult to predict the identity of strangers who entered ones territory. A party that mixes humans, residents, vampires, spirits, and ancient species. Ive faced various types ofbinations so far, but this is the first time Ive encountered an enemy this tough. That alone was a headache, but it was only the beginning. -Is this edible? -Shall we try it first? -okay. Should I die? -Mosquitoy! -Wow! Lord, I die. You cant eat this. Really. C Oh, I dont think this will work. Failure is failure. Next These are nts that make you tremble with fear and lose your senses just by encountering them. Most of them were normal and should be avoided. For those with considerable skills, the only thing they could do was fight back. but. Im eating mermaid. We fill our stomachs with a variety of recipes. Meanwhile, Jinjo, who looked like a vampire, even his eyes were sparkling. I can assure you that there was not a single team of guys who did such crazy things. What on earth are these guys doing? My curiosity doubled as I had no contact with anyone other than Nyathotep, whom I came into contact with once every thousand years. Its even more confusing because the gap where the bran border is connected is on the side of Yotleam Canyon. What on earth is here? Did you crawl in? There wont be any relics or items worth looking at. The time and location of thebyrinths connected to the 50th floor arepletely random. Therefore, we have no choice but to ask directly why the intruders came here. It doesnt matter though. No matter what the enemy was, all he had to do was remain silent and carry out his given role. Ill make you regret itter. I came here. Stupid idiots. Hehehe. The gardener was fiddling with two meters of rusty scissors and drooling. There are all kinds of traps here that have been set over countless years. If you gain momentum just by hunting the nts at the beginning, you will hit the ground and regret it. and. The process of struggling in pain and abandoning colleagues to find a way to survive was the gardeners greatest hobby. Chapter 689 Episode 689. Labyrinth Border of the Horizon (2) How long has it been since the invaders came in? The gardeners face, who had been expecting a cruel scenario, became miserably distorted as time passed. What are these? It had to be that way. Because the traps he had prepared were being destroyed helplessly. Or is it simply that? If you attack it in a normal way, it wont be unfair. Processes marred by expedient methods took a serious toll on the craftsmanship of gardeners. This is my first time torturing a nt in my life. No matter how bad they are, I feel a little guilty seeing them suffer Teresa sprinkled holy water made using divine power. Jinhyeok has made the surrounding air very dry with the original me, so the nts are desperate for a drop of moisture. In the end, I had no choice but to absorb water full of divine power, feeling like I was drinking hydrochloric acid. Originally, the feeling of guilt disappears quickly if you do it. See, now you can skillfully control the concentration of the holy water. Hehe. Thats right. I guess Im getting used to it little by little after doing this too. Teresa blushed at Jinhyuks praise. Sweet potatoes and spirit trees were also disturbing the ecosystem by eating leaves. The gardener pressed his fingers to his throbbing temples. okay. Thats still understandable. But what I couldnt stand was the man with ck hair. A pale-faced young guy who was called Jinhyeok by others was doing something unspeakable. Grumbling. Burning Labyrinth. The garden, which boasted of perfection, turned into a heap of ashes by the minute. As if that wasnt enough, people destroy stone statuesmemorating ancient beings, build statues that look just like themselves on top of them, takememorative photos, or urinate in the open in ake that took a lot of effort to create. He continued to engage in behaviors that could literally cause cardiovascr disease. Naturally, traps that had been carefully prepared to counter such behavior were also being activated, but none of them worked. Ku-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! Fuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu! The pattern is being read perfectly. Even considering that we are still at the beginning of thebyrinth, this is ridiculous. In the end, the gardener could no longer bear it and summoned his immediate subordinates. Everyone, everyone gather together now! [The three designers answer the gardeners call.] Oooh! Designers of abyrinth where the space splits and has different appearances. They were elites selected and selected from among the geniuses who designed the variousbyrinth traps that existed throughout the tower. Among them, the small figure in the middle had greater talent than the others. Have you called? Master of the Great Garden. Balseter. A tortured magician in charge of a psychiatric ward. Although he belonged to the lower levels of the Tower of Trials, he was scouted to the upper levels by designing creative and borate traps. In fact, there was even talk in the industry that if he had been born in the upper ss instead of the lower ss, he would have designed a much more powerfulbyrinth. Thats right. Those fearless bastards are daring toe into my garden and wreak havoc. You are destroying all the traps you had confidence in! That cant be right. Its a ce where even the gods and great heroes couldnt survive and buried their bones Hmm. I dont know if its because its still the beginning. The designers of thebyrinth quickly scanned the intruders movements after entering thebyrinth. The purpose was to see the record of how the trap was ovee. I heard the sound of eyes rolling rapidly. But just one. Senior designer Balsetermann was frozen in ce for some reason. Rattling! A trembling body. The red swirl pattern drawn on his cheek, his signature, was stained with sweat and slowly trickled down. Balseter. Why are you doing this? It looks like people lost interest because they came in so trivially. In fact, people who didnt have the right personnel or union came in by luck. Well, look over there. It looks like they are somehow able to break through by forcing the ancient species and spirit beasts into their bodies. Tsk tsk. The two designersughed as they watched the haphazard breakthrough. Each individuals spec wasnt bad, but it was only limited tobat. If you can take full advantage of the well-designedbyrinth, trampling on those guys wont be that difficult. Thats right. I dont want to see my garden destroyed anymore. You guys go and stop it yourself. Make sure to capture him and that ck-haired man alive and bring him to me. I will take care of it myself. The gardener inevitably gritted his teeth while looking at Jinhyeok. I felt like I had to give it alive to the nts and slowly melt it to death for at least 100 years to relieve my anger. Dont worry, gardener. I will do what you want right away. I hope you can enjoy your stay here. Impregnablebyrinths that have never been conquered. Those trapped in their own castle would never know. What a real monster is. How does it feel to be cruelly manipted, have your pride trampled on, and even be denied the meaning of your existence? I mean, they never know. Ugh! Balseter stretched out his hand, but the two designers had already moved towards where the stagnant corporation was located. *** Ugh! The space split, revealing residents in the shape of a chameleon with rolling eyes and a bewitching fox. Oh. Youre here. Jinhyuk found the two. The rest of the members also stopped what they were doing at the approach of the unfamiliar being. I instinctively felt that it was not done out of kindness. Its so crowded. Hehe. Should I at least introduce myself? Theres no need for that. Theyre going to die soon anyway. The designers talked amongst themselves about what they liked. Typically, friends with very high self-esteem tend to show behavior patterns like that. Because you cant tell if its poop or soybean paste until you eat it. Jinhyuk did not spoil the entertainment and waited leisurely until it was over. There was no reason for them to rush in the first ce. Because we had to wait until the clue arrived. Only after the twos trivial pride reached their peak did the two designers use their abilities in earnest. This will be thest time you see us. Dont worry too much. The pain wont be long. Oh, of course. I was ordered to capture you alive, so you wont diefortably. The sound of gigglingughter rang out. at the same time. [Thebyrinth changes begin!] Kukukukukuk! The terrain and features moved frantically. The entirebyrinth is being rearranged as the designer wants. A wall made of nts moved at an invisible speed. The colorful leaves,pletely different from before, were confusing the view. We brought in powerful and threatening things that only appear after the middle of thebyrinth. The difficulty of the traps will also be impossible topare with before. surely. Labyrinth Transformation is a fairly dangerous ability. A single blow delivered in countless irregrities would be more than enough to inflict mortal wounds on the intruders. but. It was Hermen on the 33rd floor and Itmisha on the 27th floor. Those guys. The patterns they both like and the characteristics of thisbyrinth. And if you calcte that they will choose the most threatening option in order to quickly quell the gardeners anger it is not that difficult to predict which arrangement they will prefer. Tuk. Jinhyuk jumped into the middle of apletely changed maze. Immediately the new nts responded. Keeeeee! Koooooo! Green liquid flew between the sharp teeth. It is an acidic liquid that instantly digests even magic stones. Vines and various small insects also attacked mercilessly. [cier sculpture Frost Wind is activated!] Branches made of thin ice spread out like a spider web. Although it was thin, it was a defensive skill that boasted greater strength than most steel. however. Suddenly! Suddenly! The earwigs pincers cut through the ice made of cier sculpture like cutting radishes. Chwichwichwichwit! The two-headed bugs made an ugly noise and quickly closed the distance. Theres no way with an ice stick like that! Its impossible to run away now. Were in too deep. The moment Jinhyeok took a step to evade, the sound of metals meeting each other rang out one after another. A new kind of trap has been triggered. Wriggling. The ground shook and purple tentacles rose up. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! Quaaaang! The ce where Jinhyeok was a moment ago has turned into a swampy field. Naturally, Jinhyeoks body, which had to endure the storm of attack with his bare body, became a piece of well-chopped meat. Only the pool of blood showed that there had been any living thing here a moment ago. Thats boring. Thats right. The twobyrinth designers snorted as they looked at the hollow ground. I was looking forward to it, but it ended before I could properly rx. Its so boring that its so boring that Im on the verge of bing irritated. It was clearly that feeling that was spreading throughout my body. Until I heard a creepy voice right behind me. Wow. They made a meat grinder, not a trap. Very. !? What what? Shhh, if you look back, youll be in trouble. A cold touch prated the necks of the twobyrinth designers. It was a de with a chill that chilled my bones. how? Ah, I should be a mess over there, but am I still here? Thats simple. The one over there is an alter ego just like me. A fake made from residual moonshine. The main body leisurely went around the newbyrinth, aiming at the designer who was darkly pressing buttons behind him. Thats ridiculous. Theres no way there could be an alter ego so perfect that we wouldnt notice. For thousands of years, distinguishing between fake and real has been a major task. Labyrinth designers specialize in deceiving and deceiving their opponents. However, they could not ept the fact that the newborn human was superior to them. But the feelings of anger and shame did notst long. Grumble. The blood flowing separately from the neck is particrly cold. As my head cooled down, the previously invisible reality slowly began to appear. The first thought that came to mind was this. how Their location was discovered in this short period of time, right? Even if it is possible for an alter ego, in the newly changedbyrinth, thebyrinth designers create a base in the most secret and safe ce. Even for worn-out masters, it is impossible to find the deepest part so quickly. And yet, aplishing the impossible does that mean the level is different? Far above. This whole situation could only be exined by watching ants crawling in the sky overlooking everything. In other words. If you were abyrinth designer, you would design traps to keep the rats in a corner. This man is a hunter who understands the nature of thebyrinth itself and hunts everything in sight. What do you want? If you dont kill me right away, I guess you know theres something you want, right? Now it makes sense. Jinhyuk smiled. Even if that wasnt the case, the n was to use them as a clue to attack the gardener. Unlike their cruel nature, these two guys hate to see themselves suffer, so even if you scare them moderately, they will be docile sheep and obediently do what they are told to do. But at that moment. Ugh! A purple wave appeared on the bodies of the two designers. uh? huh? Before I could figure out what this was, a powerful explosion urred. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! Kwaaaaak! Aaaah! A body burning alive. The gardener, who noticed the betrayal, made his move. Ugh You really dont have any humanity at all. Does it make sense to kill people who were your colleagues just to use them? Jinhyuk bit his lip, unable to bear the injustice. If it were me, I would never have done it, even if it was due to bad conscience. Anyway, the card that could easily reach the gardener with this has disappeared. But misfortune does notst forever. Tiring! A status window appeared that could instantly dispel Jinhyeoks bitterness. Chapter 690 Episode 690 Labyrinth Border of the Horizon (3) Wow! Pesis frantically gathered monsters to create a gap. Since I had to somehow open the way to the altar, I had no choice but to overdo it. Shhh! Shhh! The snakes chased Pesis like crazy. [The relic Pied Piper C Gutter Procession is activated!] A pungent scent spread out as it cooed. It was a special ability that charmed the target and made them follow. The advantage is that it also works on fairly high-level monsters. Instead, it had the disadvantage that the ferocity and attack power of enemies that smelled this scent increased by up to 30%. Its kind of a double-edged sword. Nevertheless, the reason this game of tag is maintained is thanks to the dedicated weapons. Pesis fluttered as lightly as a feather. At first nce, it looked like a light walk, but he strode more than 5 meters at a time. Grumble! Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! Volcanic bombs and ancient mes rained down at random. Pfft! Pesis quickly extinguished the fire on his arm. A fairly severe burn was visible. Thick! Terrible pain. My nerves are screaming. As each minute and second passed, the number of wounds on the body increased. Fuck. Damn. Damn. 2The chicken also did not want to let Pesis precious sacrifice go in vain. I did my best to find a way to the altar and cut down more than a dozen apostles. however. Their number actually increased even more than before. The siege had be much tighter. The apostles of Yomaganto grasped the pattern of Pesis and 2 Chickens and pushed forward more keenly and sharply. There is no way out now. The only way for a cornered rat is to slowly burn to death in a furnace. Its over. From the beginning, there was no way to win in Yomagantos hunting game. Thats when I realized that all my efforts were just futile efforts. A strange thing happened. [Immortal Puppeteers Opera of the Created is activated!] [Shadow Massacre Attack in the Dark is activated!] Come on! Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Two shes of light prated from different sides. I had a hard time holding on. Yes. My lord told me to help. It was Frey and Wolyoung. *** like that. Everyones help and sincerity came together to produce one fruitful result. The result is this. [An urgent parcel package has arrived from operator 2 Chickens per Person.] [Would you like to open it? Y/N] The purple status window blinked. An earthquake urred in Jinhyuks pupils. Finally the mission waspleted on the other side. I believed it. Jinhyuk immediately took out the clues to the Necronomicon that he had collected so far. These were all cards of conversion prepared for this time. Its finally starting. Exciting! Exciting! Exciting! My heart is beating fast. The Tower of Trials appeared and many things have happened. Joy, anger and sorrow. Both happy and sad. There were many happy and painful times, but it was all to achieve one goal. The top of the tower. A ce for stars who have nowhere to go beyond the 50th floor. To see that lonely and beautiful scenery. No longer a virtual game and no longer alone. I will have to reach that ce with the people I cherish. And the Necronomicon was the greatest means necessary to reach the top of the tower. Ugh! With bright light. Thin threads were connected between the existing clues. [Relics react to each presence!] Parts! Purple threads radiated beautiful brilliance and gathered toward one point. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. over there. * Huh heeik? Only after the situation had happened did the gardener realize what was causing all this. They didnt get lost ande here. Especially not to obtain mediocre relics or items. Necronomicon. I was trying to find the location of the banned book on the 50th floor. How can you believe that the book was here? The gardener hurriedly got up from his seat. I thought dealing with enemies that got on my nerves was everything, but now, keeping a beautiful garden and protecting my pride were all secondary priorities. The purple light was continuing rapidly at this very moment. Although his mind was all mixed up in confusion, he did not forget the role he had to y. Get up, get up Im me! The scissors the gardener was holding were mmed into the ground. [The guardian of thebyrinth responds to the call of thebyrinth master.] Eachbyrinth has its own guardian deity that guards thebyrinth. of course. Even in the ancient garden located on the border of the horizon, there was a being that yed that role. [The Judge of Repulsion appears!] Wooooow! Koooooo! A knight whose entire body is covered in huge armor. The great sword made of cloud iron and holy relics and the shield made of iron were like looking at one huge Mount Tai. A dreary glow rose from between the helmets. Go, go, go! This. Is this game about to begin? Strong. That enemy. Its pretty good. For a small object. Each member who faced the judge of repulsion said something. Even at a nce, it has an unusual energy. The pride of defeating countless enemies could be felt in the ck armor engraved with ancientnguages. [Fear resistance is activated!] [Attack and defense increase by 2800%.] [The entirebyrinth moves to protect the guardian.] As the status windows increase, the energy flowing from the Judges body increases exponentially. It got thicker. Hee hee hehe. Ugh. Kill them all. The gardener took a deep breath. As he is a guardian who woke up by squeezing out the nutrients stored in his body. I was looking forward to seeing the end for sure this time. and. The Judge of Repulsion possessed sufficient abilities to live up to the expectations. [The guardian of thebyrinth activates the special skill Labyrinth Guardian!] [The ancient power Whispering Garden is now open!] Damn it! Whoops! Flowers the size of a house were torn out from between the nts that formed the wall. Four pairs of leaves spread out to the left and right, and the thin stamens inside stood out. Gurgling! ck water began to flood. In the air, strangely shaped bugs that I had never seen before flew in groups. Everything in the garden became hostile and began to fight against the intruder. Have you found the location of the book? Cheon Yu-seong stood next to Jin-hyuk. Yeah. Its not far from here. Jinhyuk nodded and looked in one direction. A mysterious magical power that had not been felt before was flowing from the ce indicated by the clues. The Necronomicon is right there. Theres only one step left. A feeling of foreignness, as if it were not of this world. Goosebumps appear all over my body. Memories of the past stirred and a feeling like ants crawling through my blood vessels spread throughout my body. Just by looking at that perverted expression, you can tell that the goal is just around the corner. Hey do you always say things like that? I just told it like it is. To be honest, if you asked anyone, I bet they would have given you the same answer. Anyway, hes a guy I cant get along with. Stop talking nonsense, Ill take care of this, so go get the book. Sreung! The white snow flowing through the white night gradually became thicker. Oh Our Yoosung is strong? Whats going on? Are you the first to do everything? Im a little touched. Of course, even if he didnt step forward, he nned to use it in the end, but seeing the ve step forward voluntarily warmed a corner of his heart. but. Right now, we cant just leave it to Cheon Yu-seong or the rest of the members. Because Judge of Repulsion boasts invincibility, at least within this garden. Then Jinhyuk pulled out a book from the library stored in the worlds memory. No matter how powerful an enemy is, each has its ownpatibility. Thisbyrinth also has only onemon power. light. It does not mean divine power, but the power of pure sun and heat. Naturally, the ones who control the most power in the Tower of Trials are the Egyptian Gods on the 42nd floor. Lets see. We found abination that would create the best synergy in this situation. [The unique ability Sun Sanctuary is activated!] [The unique ability System Maniption is activated!] [Desertification is taking ce in the Border of the Horizon!] White sandy beaches and an oasis appear above the golden sanctuary. It unfolded. As the ancient garden and the desert collided, a collision urred betweenndscape andndscape. . The Judge of Repulsion was wary of the pouring light. Jinhyeok opened his mouth to the gardener who was out of sight in the distance. Stop hiding,e out before they turn this whole ce into a desert. Now, due to system maniption, the abilities of the field conditions Sun Sanctuary and Desert have risen to the maximum. The opportunity hase to bring out the ability to maximizepatibility with Labyrinth. [The judgment of Anubis is activated!] The questions and answers from now on will be a little different from usual. *** Slurp sound! A being with a terrible appearance rose from the mud. Multiple ws on the face. An unknown liquid continued to leak out of its strangely shaped mouth. That guy is the Gardener, the owner of thisbyrinth. And next to it, a familiar face was seen, trying hard to avoid eye contact. Foot odor no, its Balseter. and. I never thought Id see that guy here again. The words that the Tower of Trials is wide and narrow were very real. Ah, youre putting on a wreath because you really want to die. Not only are you coveting their books, but youre also trying to ruin my resting ce? The gardener could not control his anger and continued to yell. A garden that is gradually turning into a desert. Watching the ce he loved being destroyed made him feel like all his love was gone. You couldnt possibly be doing it knowingly, right? In normal times, no matter how much the desert sandstorm blew, there would be no way for something like desertification to ur. However, awakening the judge of repulsion. Paradoxically, the moment you use Labyrinth Protection is when the garden bes most vulnerable. With all of our capabilities invested in eliminating intruders, this was the only moment when we had a loophole in our defenses. I love looking at the stars from the top of the tower, but the rotten water on the 50th floor is piling up and you dont want to make room for me? So I have no choice but to buy a book and try to get rid of that heavy ass. Its a good n, right? Fu hahaha! Huh, thats all nonsense. Youre going to go to the top of the tower? Well, well just have to wait and see whether its nonsense or not. By the way, this garden is just dirty and I cant decorate it so I need to do some remodeling. Tsk tsk. Very sensible Ill decorate it especially in my own style. What do you think? Go, go, go, how dare you look at someones garden and say they cant decorate it! W, if you touch even one more hair here, know that it will be your memorial day. [The first and second questions were passed.] Oh! Its something different as its been a while since Ive been asked three questions. There are many restrictions in the upper middle ss, so I cant use it. There was a situation where all the mats had to beid. Jinhyuk asked the third question to the gardener, who was seething. Oh, Im sorry, Im sorry. I guess I spoke too harshly. Id like to give you some screaming nutrition water as an apology, but do you think youll forgive me for that? What? Is that real? The gardeners mouth fell open. The dream spring water provides the best nutrients to the countless nts on the 50th floor. Of course, when he said he would give it to him, his eyes rolled back. To say it was a lie, he even knew the exact name. It didnt make sense. Are you sure its true? Of course its a lie. Im not Nyathotep. How can I get nutritious water, which is difficult to find even on the 50th floor? Ugh Ugh The gardener bursts intoughter. I grabbed the back of his neck while biting him. Its fun to lift that guy up and down, but the game ends here. [The third question has been passed.] Against the judge of repulsion. [Guardians of the royal family appear!] Thats it. The elites of the desert who can stand against have been summoned. Chapter 691 Episode 691 Thest banned book, Necronomicon (1) Same time. Arge-scale military parade was being held on the 42nd floor of the Tower of Trials. thud! thud! thud! A huge number of armies and all kinds of Egyptian deities gathered in front of the holy site, the Great Temple of Abu Simbel. The only purpose is to invade the demon world. The n to form an alliance with Beriel, who was rted to Jinhyeok, to wipe out the remaining demons and divide the entire demon world went smoothly. Now only the final inspection remained. And among them there were elites among the elite called guardians of the royal family. good. Osiris nodded with satisfaction. The strongest martial arts group created with great effort. The monsters, all made up of Egypts great heroes, were powerful enough to hunt down the Demon King or even something greater whenbined. Thats great. The hard work was worth it. Anubis and Horus also wiped the tears from their eyes. The hard work that had been going on all night, literally staying up all night, was bearing fruit. The sun god Ra, the greatest god of Egypt, also let out a purring sound as if satisfied. Its time. Now is the time to conquer the Demon World and make Egypts name known throughout the Tower of Trials. Now, proud soldiers of the desert! Now go to the Demon World and clearly show how great and powerful we are! Ras voice rang loudly. Oooh! Wow! The soldiers, whose morale was sky-high, raised their weapons high. Ra did not miss the timing and pointed to those standing at the forefront. A vanguard and elite armed with sand-colored armor. The beginning of the holy war is to protect the royal family huh? however. Ras eyes turned round as he gave a long speech. The hawk-shaped head tilted left and right. does not exist. The guardians of the royal family literally, not figuratively, evaporated. *** [The Great Warrior is summoned!] Arge number of troops appeared before the Gardener and the Judge of Repulsion. What are these? The gardener, seeing the royal guardians, took a step back without realizing it. Since the power of Egypt appeared out of nowhere, it was natural to be embarrassed. No, if it had stopped there, it wouldnt have been so absurd. The real problem is. It consists only of specs optimized for the Guardian of the Labyrinth. It was as if he hade out to defeat the Judge of Repulsion. The confusion was bound to be further amplified because they did not know that Anubis judgment specialized in crushing challengers. Okay. Not bad. Jinhyuk nodded, looking at the royal familys guardians. chuck! chuck! chuck! A total of 24 guardians followed Jinhyeoks orders as if measuring them with a ruler. The magic power carved with great care by the Egyptian gods was blooming from the helmets and golden armor made in the shape of various animals. Individual specs and numerousbat experiences. And even the method of joining together to hunt down the strong. Everything was like a well-refined gem. Its thrilling. It means taking the decisions others have worked hard to make and using them. I guess I cant give up using my abilities for this taste. Along with those feelings, I felt like I could hear someone yelling loudly from the 42nd floor in the distance. no. [Anubis asks why he took away his abilities and his royal guard!] There was actually aint. Not one person, but many people. [The Horus and Osiris set is also avable right now] [Before Ra put it in the middle of the quicksand] Jinhyeok looked at the red status window that kept appearing one after another. I thought the villi on my conscience trembled slightly, but it onlysted for a moment. [Block the conversation.] Anyway, spam text messages are a problem. Its so annoying to be interrupted before an important battle. Tsk. How far did you go? Jinhyuk, who blocked all the status windows, asked the gardener once again. Ah, thats right. It was the perfect time to show off my opponents. Guardians of the royal family under the protection of the Sanctuary of the Sun. It is not known whether they will be able to defeat the Judge of Repulsion or not. but. There would be no more perfect chess piece than this to tie up that powerful guardian. Jinhyuk snapped his fingers. sleep! Before the gardener could react, the Pharaohs soldiers left their positions and rushed forward. The royal familys defenders surrounded from different directions formed their formation in the blink of an eye. Koooooo! The great sword in the hand of the Judge of Repulsion let out a loud scream. At the same time, the sword was drawn horizontally. h h h! The air tore apart and the wind blew towards everything in sight. The shock wave continued only after leaving a clear trace in the air. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! Three at a time. The guardians of the royal family at the forefront were cut to pieces. Coo! A shield the size of a house was ced in front of the enemies approaching from the rear. A wave shaped like a turtle shell was created, and one side waspletely blocked. Kakakakakang! Naturally, the guards move to attack was in vain. Its like wasting a precious turn. Quang! Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! An attack and defense immediately followed. Unlike the first time, this time the Judges great sword did not reach the guardians. This is because there was no reason for it to be easily defeated once the range and power were understood. Hanhap Hanhap. The strongest shield and the strongest spear threatened each other. There were blows so fierce that it made my hands sweat, but there were no effective hits. The pattern of one side attacking, the other side dodging or retreating was repeated. This time, it is the guardians turn to counterattack after avoiding the attack. Naturally, the Judge of Repulsion continued to raise the magic wave he used and looked for an opportunity to counterattack. But that was when the shield was fully unfolded. [Rainbow Bridge is activated!] [Mand and Day Light are activated!] Quaaaaang! A sh of green struck the Arbiters wavelength. The surface of the incontinence wavelength. The guardians dug into the loophole like ghosts. The two were hit again by the judges counterattack, but the result waspletely different from before. Sigh! Phew! The spear and sword came together and seeded in piercing through the armor. Red blood spurted out. I flinch. The judges bnce was slightly broken. [The healing effect of the wound is halved due to the light of the sacred desert.] From the judges perspective, the wound is clearly no more than a mosquito bite. It would be better to assume that there was no physical damage or magical damage. However, it was difficult to recover from the mental damage of being attacked by small creatures. Krrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrra! The judges mouth was grotesquely torn apart. The roar of death like a violent rage resounded throughout thebyrinth. Calm down. Dont dwell on those wounds just deal with them one by one! It was the gardener who was having a hard time. The battle was still overwhelmingly in their favor, but this fight was not simply about who would win or lose. Protecting the Necronomicon. Only when that is achieved will annihting the opponent be meaningful. In fact, as the battle was in full swing, Jinhyeok was trying to sneak away from his position. I n to leave it to the rest of the members and achieve the most important goal. Catch that guy! It is none of the business of the royal familys guardians. If Jinhyuk is killed, the rest can be resolved somehow. Fortunately, the judge also agreed that all enemies must be killed. [Judge of Repulsion summons the unique ability Sword of the Storm!] Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! A ck whirlwind swirled around the sword. A wide-area skill with tremendous power. Just the sound of the resonating wind made my whole body tremble. I have no idea how powerful the blow will be. A skill suitable for literally annihting the enemies of thebyrinth waspleted. Hee hee hee! No, what if I buy it here and use it? Do it just enough to kill one person. Only one person! The gardener hurriedly tried to distance himself. This is because the power was gathering to cause even the part of the garden that did not identify Pia to be destroyed. And that moment. The huge whirlpools expanded hundreds of meters and swallowed everything in sight around them. Then, purple lightning fell like crazy over the vortex. *** Patter. The nts and vines were all covered in dirt. The entrance to thebyrinth in front of you waspletely ruined to the point where it was embarrassing to call it a garden anymore. Acrid dust and dust scratched my lungs. What an idiot you are. He almost killed me. If it werent for the Labyrinth Masters special ability, I wouldnt have been able to save his bones. The gardener barely got up from the ruins. However, unlike grumbling, there was a deep smile on the corner of his mouth. It is a single blow that can make even the owner of thebyrinth feel threatened for his life. Of course, it was obvious what would have happened if they had been caught at a much closer distance. Or disappeared without a trace. If youre lucky, youll probably only have a few pieces of meat left. It definitely has to be that way. Cheeeeeek! Between the rising smoke, I felt a familiar yet eerie magical energy. There is no doubt that it is Kang Jin-hyuks magic power. !? An earthquake urred in the gardeners pupil. This is because the sight of the royal familys guardians being turned into charcoal in a pyramid formation came to light. It goes without saying, but there are no survivors. There was no case in which we saw people whose whole bodies were shattered by even the slightest wind and assumed that they were alive. Instead, everyone seeded in protecting only one pharaoh by sacrificing their lives. [The mighty spirit of the desert has fulfilled its final duty.] Thank you. Jinhyuk whispered softly and turned his gaze forward. me me Quaaaang! And he used Heavenly Demon Lord Limbo to narrow the distance to the Necronomicon at an incredible speed. A few minutes at most. If you do not interfere, you will seed in securing the Necronomicon inside. Bar Balseter! The gardener shouted at thest remainingbyrinth designer. Now the bnce has notpletely copsed. As long as Balseter tied Jinhyeoks feet, there was still a chance of a turnaround. yes? Everyone, activate all the traps you set up right now! Right now! It could almost be said at the same time. Smell like feet! Jinhyuk also shouted at the same target. It was a bonus to send a warning with a bloody look in his eyes. He said that if you move from here, I will show you what hell is really like. Bill What the hell. Balseters expression turned earthy. A Arguably, the moment when he had to make the most important choice of his life had arrived. Chapter 692 Episode 692. The final banned book, Necronomicon (2) It is often said that in life, you have three opportunities topletely change your life. Fortune, health, fame, power, etc. From various types. and. Balseter sensed that this was the most important opportunity that would determine what his life would be like. gulp. Dry saliva running down the throat. My fingers kept tingling as if I was experiencing withdrawal symptoms. Each minute and every second felt like an eternity, so of course it was not easy for either party to make a decision. You idiot! Who are you more afraid of now? Then the gardener red at Balseter as if he were going to kill him. I felt like I wanted to turn him into a handful of blood right now, but right now I had to focus all my strength on catching up with Jinhyuk. In the end, all you can do is threaten. We must be reminded of the fate that awaits those who rebel against the ancient beings. however. Balseter avoided eye contact. Looks like hes already made up his mind. It waspletely turned towards Jinhyuk. This determines which one is more feared. Kkkkkkk! The gardener grabbed the scissors. Except for Jinhyeok, the remaining enemies must have been eliminated by the Judge of Repulsion just moments ago. Then there was only one threat left. [The Labyrinth Lords power Gloomy Mud Pile is activated!] The gardeners body has disappeared. The ce where the snail reappeared along with the mud was right in front of Jinhyeok. Yeah. Its not fun to go too easy. Jinhyuk took out the First de from subspace. Ha, its not something a mere human can have. That book! The gardeners shears soared into the sky. Purple waves overflowed andpletely covered the scissors. No matter how poor the Labyrinth Mastersbat ability is, her body is in charge of tending the garden on the 50th floor. It certainly possessed the minimum amount of power worthy of its name. but. Kwaaaaang! Jinhyuk took the attack from the front. The daggers crossed and blocked the giant scissors. Purple sparks were scattered everywhere. Damn it! The space behind Jinhyuk split and a huge single eye appeared. [Unique ability One Eye Moon is unlocked!] Groths annihtion ability. The light, which evaporated the target, condensed at an incredible speed. That Mr. Grosss ability? The gardeners eyes grew as big as a flowerntern. In fact, the only weakness of One Eye Moon is that it requires preparation time before the ability is activated. However, he ended up wasting those precious seconds because a stranger was using the power of the great god he worshiped. The results were fatal. Wooooow! The light in the eyeball formed a perfect sphere. It cant be avoided now. Hee hee hee! The gardener looked anxiously at the back. There, the Judge of Repulsion was preparing his second strike. Originally, the goal was to buy time until that attack waspleted, but a situation had arrived where the opportunity had to be used. Kukukukukukuku! The Sword of the Storm radiated light once again. This time, instead of using a wide-area attack, it was to twist Gross beam that flew towards one point. Ji-ing! The bizarre resonant sound that pierced my eardrums stimted every cell in my body. Light and storm collided at one point. In an instant, a tremendous shock hit the atmosphere. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Shock waves urred one after another. That too for a while. The two attacks diverged from each others trajectories and spread out in different directions. I managed to avoid it, but the problem was the gardens on the other side. shing. As the blinding light blinked, the garden in sight disappeared. *** good. Jinhyuk clenched his fists. If obtaining the Necronomicon was the first goal, copying the gardeners abilities was the second goal. Since the garden haspletely grown, it is safe to say that the conditions required by the system have been achieved. As if to prove that statement. Tiring! [The copy conditions have been met!] A pleasant notification sound rang out whenever I heard it. [The gardeners mental damage has reached its maximum, so you can select and copy one of all the abilities and skills the gardener has.] Jinhyeok tried to swallow the cheers that were bursting out. It was truly the best result. It was normal to worry about which ability to copy, but that exciting moment had to be postponed a littleter. Quang! Taking advantage of the gap created by the explosion, Jinhyuk gave his final push. Rapidly changing vision. 30 meters in front, I saw andscape that seemed out of this world. A bizarre altar with floating stones and a thick book ced on it. Chrrrrrrrr! The inclothes sword stretched out and cut down the floating stones in the air. Puff puff puff! The stones were shattered and a straight line with the Necronomicon was secured. Right then. Kukukukukuku! The Judge of Repulsion has moved. [The Guardian of the Labyrinth activates the unique spear Steel-Blooded Sword and Shield!] The shield made of magic waves and the sword made of storm arebined. Parts! Pachichik! The storm became a typhoon, creating thousands of lightning bolts and whirlpools. And each thunderbolt and whirlpool was oveid with magic waves, creating harmony between merit and number. e. Jinhyuk clenched his mrs. If you just get past thisst one! [Sagittarius, the zodiac sign, awakens!] Numerous stars blinked across the night sky. [Shared by all C Revtion of the Beginning is activated!] [Unique Spear Phase 2 is activated!] Arrows made of starlight and numerous skewers faced the iing thunderbolts and whirlpools. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! Kwaaaaang! Countless lights collided in one space. The shaking axis. Everywhere you stood was dangerous. If you stop for even a moment, it will be torn apart beyond recognition. Stop it! The gardener also tried to capture Jinhyeok by mobilizing numerous nts and insects. Jinhyuk turned and moved. His skill at escaping like a loach while avoiding fatal injuries was truly at a high level. Chichit! The gardener clicked his tongue. But its okay. No matter how quick you are if you know where to go in the end, you still have a chance to deliver the final blow. The gardener ryed his final n to the Judicator of Repulsion through mind sharing. While holding the reins appropriately and driving the opponent. So that he can feel safe. Not yet. yet. Jinhyuk had already reached the area where the altar was located. Almost done. Almost everything. Now take one step. The moment Jinhyuk steps on the steps of the altar. Its now! Koooooo! The Gardener and the Judicator of Repulsion poured all their power into one ce. Ga-ga-ga-ga-gak! Countless vortices merged to create one huge vortex. The typhoon turned into a knife and struck the altar. Purple des made of magical power rushed in mercilessly. Kakakakakakak! Thats it! The gardener was delighted to see Jinhyeokpletely entangled. It was a perfect trap. The timing and power were also excellent. The problem is. [1 second invincibility is activated!] As soon as you are caught in the cutting wind, you are given 1 second to be immune to everything. And that golden second marked the end of this fight. Its obvious. Such a tactic. Jinhyuks fingertips touched an old banned book. [You have obtained the final banned book, Necronomicon!] [You have achieved an amazing achievement!] Wow! I have acquired numerous relics and items so far, but I can definitely say that this was my first time doing anything like this. An indescribable cluster of lightpletely surrounded Jinhyeok and blew away the storm of des. The wind that had been blowing like crazy disappeared in an instant, as if it had never happened before. Its not for nothing that they say that its true. Jinhyuk let out an exmation. It was surprising to see once again the ability to so easily defend against the unique spear unleashed by one of the strongest guardians. Now its time to choose the abilities you didnt choose before. [You have copied the unique spear Labyrinth Change.] Difficulty of obtaining: Limited to the Labyrinth Lord Contents: The only person who can manage thebyrinth in the Tower of Trials is the owner of thebyrinth, the Labyrinth Lord. However, if you use this ability, you will be able to obtain powers equivalent to those of the Labyrinth Lord. Depending on your level of skill, you can move from minor elements of thebyrinth to rearranging the entire structure. It can literally control everything. As the conditions were met, I gained new abilities. Its abyrinth change The corner of Jinhyuks mouth twitched. In the future, quite a useful card has been secured ahead of the great war against Eden. But I cant be satisfied here. If copying an opponents ability is the highest level unique ability then fusing the copied abilities to create a higher version of the ability can be said to be fraudulent. Jinhyuk drew two additional abilities from the stored library. [The unique spear Labyrinth Change and the unique spear White Night and the unique spear Final Genesis are fused!] Abilities that can create a new world of imagery. Thebyrinth changes copied from the gardener were added to it. As the three abilities came together, a dazzling light reached the sky. [Fusion was sessful!] [Unique Spear Labyrinth Creation] Difficulty of acquisition: Unmeasurable Contents: You can freely change the top bases such as thebyrinth and ruins, and even create structures and creatures on other floors. However, extremely high levels of skill are required, and arge amount of coins and magic stones are required to create things in thebyrinth. [The fused abilities are stored in the memory of the world.] Yes. Only at this level can it bebeled as out of standard. *** Damn it The gardener stared at the Necronomicon in Jinhyuks hand. As the worst situation that I had tried to prevent urred, my mind became confused. Still, the game isntpletely over yet. This is a garden that he still manages. All structures and living things obey themands of the Labyrinth Master. This means that there is still a chance to recover the banned book and restore the lost honor. [The gardener activates the unique spear Labyrinth Change!] All you have to do is trap it in aplicated maze and never let it escape. Even if we secured the Necronomicon, being able to interpret it was apletely different area. Hee hee hee If we wait, well all be dead in about 100 years Youll die. Even if thats not the case, if the Judge of Repulsion recovers his magic power, he will be able to retrieve it right away. Its all just a matter of time anyway. But even in the changingbyrinth, Jinhyeoks face still looked rxed. He said in fear. Did you go out at least? No. Thats not it Then why are you so confident? Thats right Because you wont be able to trap me in abyrinth like this. Kkkkkkkk! Show off your bravado as much as you can. Thats right. I know that yourbat abilities far exceed those of humans. Ha, but this is a different area. If you dont believe me, I have no choice but to actually show it. Jinhyuk lightly snaps his fingers. [The unique spear Labyrinth Creation is activated!] Then. Kukukuku Kwakwakwak! nts grow and vines grow. It was chaotic and tangled. Walls that did not exist before were created, and the changes in thebyrinth and the creation of thebyrinth were mixed in one space. This is nonsense. The gardener looked nkly at the changing garden. Chapter 693 Episode 693. The embers of an uncontroble phone call (1) Cuckoo, cuckoo! A rapidly changingbyrinth. The gardener froze in ce like a stone. There were too many points to criticize. There were also a lot of questions. If youre not the Labyrinth Master, youll never be able to learn the Labyrinth Transformation, right? How on earth did he get that ability? Even though I had it, what was the reason I didnt use it until now? My head feels like its going to explode. Family after family came into conflict, turning the once peaceful garden into hell. But right now, the urgent priority is to prevent thebyrinth from turning into an unknown ce. [The gardener activates Labyrinth Change C Screaming Garden!] The gardener did his best to counter the ability Jinhyuk activated. however. This cant be happening. Its not the same ability. More high-dimensional and creative. Abyrinth that I had never experienced before was unfolding. This is not just a level of change. creation. okay. It is close to the area of implementing something that did not exist before. Although there were still some clumsy aspects, the opponent was clearly more capable than he was. It was fun. In its own way. Jinhyuk waved his hand as his vision gradually disappeared. Before I knew it, Balseter had crossed over to Jinhyuks side. Ughhh! Ending with the gardeners desperate screams. Kukukukukuk! Vines and ntspletely blocked the space between the two. * Jinhyuk stretched loudly. Crump! As the tension disappeared, the umted fatigue seemed toe all at once. Am I being spared? Tingling. Jinhyuk red at Balseter. Where does the term byrinth designere from informalnguage? For a moment, it almost seemed like there was one more body here. Sensing that the situation was getting intense, Balseter hastily changed his attitude. Are you going to save me? Im finally hearing it better now. Lets do better from now on, okay? Be careful Ill be careful again. Balseter immediately bowed his head. Still, from the first time we met, we had quite a bit of insight. Since ancient times, even if your skills are a little low, your chances of survival increase if you are quick to notice. We need someone to manage the base battle in the future. Do you have any thoughts? This is a rare internship offer. It goes without saying, but rejection is death, and even if you hesitate or show signs of dislike, you will be automatically dismissed. I will be loyal to you. Coo! Balseter mmed his head into the ground. It was a temple where I felt sincerity to the point where the mask I cherished was cracked. mes formed on Jinhyeoks fingertips. [Sign of me is activated!] Chiik! Big! Ill engrave it on a special red spinning ball. It was an added bonus that he was destined to be thoroughly utilized as the talent needed before the base. Balseter, caressing his cheek, stood up and looked at the fire pit that was still blooming. This was the exact spot where the Judge of Repulsion had wiped out the area where the members of the Stagnant Corporation had been a while ago. I dont know if there are any survivors. Shall we look for them? Since he was caught up in a ridiculous attack, it was normal for him to not be safe. Well, it would be hard to imagine that anyone would still be alive looking at Hell, which has be a sea of fire. however. It was clearly visible in Jinhyuks eyes. The uncontroble fire is cleverly avoiding only one part. Grumble! [Yusuhwaryu Sword is activated!] Payne von Adel, the founder of Yushuhwaryu Sword. A white-haired boy who was eager topete with Cheon Yu-seong intervened. Jerk. Jinhyuk walked towards where the group was. As expected, its strong. The reason why Returner Adele was able to conquer a world overflowing with swordsmen was not simply because she was a crazy swordsman. This is because it specializes in destroying all attacks from the strong with its unique sword. The white-haired boy took a deep breath. His whole body was covered in wounds from having to deal with arge attack, but his eyes were still alive. Brother I will kill you. So you will never suffer at the hands of someone else. I dont know when I was chased all the way to thebyrinth. What is certain is that he has a level of tenacity that goes beyond imagination. Cheon Yu-seong was also keenly feeling this. shit. A curse word naturally flowed from Cheon Yu-seongs mouth. Cheon Yu-seong knew better than anyone else that the future would not be smooth. and. From Jinhyuks perspective, seeing that was just as thrilling as having shot 100 cider in one shot. Why are youining about something like that? Thats all. If you dont know how this feels, dont say anything. Hey, I dont know. Thats exactly how I felt. Its like having a stalker with ring eyes outside your window when you wake up. Shut up! What is it that makes me act the same way as that disgusting guy! Cheon Yu-seong opened his eyes wide. Mirror therapy done properly. Well, I think it would be quite fun to just watch it like this. Is the contractor okay? What is he? Ellis looked at Jinhyuk and Balseter alternately. Its long, but Ill exin it slowlyter. Is everyone okay? Yes. Jinhyuk did all the difficult work for us. Teresa smiled brightly. Fesis, Medray, Frey, and Wolyoung each smiled brightly and praised each other for their hard work. Its a heartwarming sight. What I liked most was that no one was hurt. Right then. Ugh! Cold mes rushed from one side. The area itself is a different me from the mes emitted by the Judge of Repulsion. The strongest godhead who divides the 50th floor from the ancient gods. It was Oryx, one of the Elder Gods. Kuhmmm A heavy moanes out. Oryx in human form staggered and approached Jinhyeok. He must have had an extremely fierce battle with Yomaganto, so he had almost no magical power left. Even maintaining manifestation through the Endless Wayport seems difficult. Thank you for your hard work. Thanks to Oryx taking charge of that monster, we were able to achieve our goal. What about books? I secured it. I stored it safely in subspace. Thats great. Im d I trusted you. Now, hand over the book. Oryx stretched out a trembling hand. Instead of stopping Yomaganto as promised, the Necronomicon was decided to be owned by the Elder Gods. The members eyes turned to Jinhyuk. Theres no way that guy would just hand me over. Its impossible. Jim thinks so too. The probability of escape is 62.5% and the probability of attacking is 22.8%. You want tomit fraud against a primordial god? Hes a really interesting human being. In particr, Cheon Yu-seong, who had suffered a lot, had already reached the hilt of the sword. I n on cutting down Oryx if I have to. however. Of course. I have to give it for the sake of a good rtionship with the Elder Gods. Besides, I am the type of person who always keeps my word. Jinhyuk opened the subspace without hesitation. Its fortunate that you are a man of honor. I will inform everyone about this incident. Oryxs expression suddenly brightened. A strong man who has fought against ancient beings. If such a person decided to run away, it would not be difficult to chase him down in his current state. Hmm. Lets see. Jinhyuk hesitantly put his hand into the subspace. Rummage and rummage. Umm. Im having a hard time finding this. Maybe its because the space is sorge, but I cant remember where I put it all. Wait a minute. Im sure its somewhere around here. Jinhyuk stuck out his tongue and rummaged around in subspace. [The passageway of the Endless Wayport begins to copse!] Hurry, hurry hurry. Oryxs voice became urgent. Not this. Not that. Not this. Not that. hurry! Ah! I found it! Jinhyuk took out a book. It was a book, but it wasnt the Necronomicon. A book on the concepts and principles of bing an advanced necromancer. The author was T-Bone, a cutie bone. It was a precious book filled with memories of its own, even though it was already a bit sloppy, including the crooked handwriting. This wont work, right? Why are you taking such an obvious statement! Blue mes exploded from Oryxs body. My patience was slowly reaching its limit. However, no matter how anxiously he waited, the desired banned book did not appear. [Endless Wayport disappears!] Slurp. Oryxs body began to crumble into powder. Almost everything I think I can reach it if I just stretch a little further. Jinhyuk stretched his arms and wiggled his fingers. It felt as if something would catch on the tip of my finger. okay. hurry. Hurry up. There is no time! but. The sorrowful voice did notst long. I found it! When Jinhyuk took out the Necronomicon, Oryxs body had alreadypletely disappeared. Ha, I was really going to give it to you. Its a shame. I mean this. Its definitely not a coincidence that the moment the Endless Wayport disappeared and the moment the book was found were the same. Huh! greatness! Jinhyuk cleared his throat and turned away. *** Tower of Trials, 50th floor. In the pce of Azathoth, an unusual event urred that couldpletely change the bnce of the tower. Ugh! A blue me bloomed in the sanctuary, which had never been lit before. [All beings on the 50th floor are aware of the new change.] There is only one reason why this happened. The only time when the Necronomicon, their only weakness, falls into someones hands. Wriggling. Azathoths body moved. Trying to wake up from a long sleep. Kukukukukukukukuku! The wave spread not only to the 50th floor, but also to the entire Tower of Trials and its exterior. Naturally, there was an emergency among administrators and ancient beings. Everyone, immediately deploy the barrier to its maximum! Fuck it. What the hell is going on? The system is overwhelmed. If you dont prepare a prepared n, you never know what might happen! In the management office located at the center of the tower, middle-level managers were running around frantically. Senior managers, including Bendivia, were also assuming the worst and doing everything they could. We mobilized everything. We tried to prevent the tower itself from copsing by making full use of the systems deterrent power. [A hole has appeared in the 7th barrier.] [Multiple errors have urred in the towers rules.] A red status window appears every moment. No one could have predicted what kind of ripple effect this would create. My father is about to wake up. In the end, that damned human being ends up doing something he shouldnt have done. How dare he reach the 50th floor? Is it a thought? This incident was equally the worst for the ancient beings. Azathoth is currently in a deep sleep and can onlymunicate with the alter ego projected into his subconscious. However, in the unlikely event that Azathoths true body is found, If he woke up, there was a risk that this dimension itself would disappear. There was only one person. Wow, this is how it goes. I should have done something like that, but these damn managers dont make anything like that and dont know what else to do. Except for the man who was leaning on a wooden chair and crossing his legs. What are you so happy about? Everything is going for the worst and you dont even feel the slightest sense of responsibility? Tulcha growled. It was because the mans actions, which had no sense of tension, offended him. Well, the exact reason why things happened like this is because even the Youmaganto was mobilized. Isnt it your fault for not being able to get anything? what? Kukukukukuku! A green poisonous cloud rose between the purple tentacles. It was an added bonus that it was oveid with a suffocating murderousness, as if it was threatening to melt the entire area. The man shrugged his shoulders. Dont get too upset. Besides, you guys are already there. Have you prepared the next card to follow Unknown? At the point when Unknown failed, the ancient beings prepared a great counterattack. It was impossible for Jinhyeok and Goinmul Corporation to prepare for this, because it was using one of the absolute conditions of the Tower of Trials in its worst form. Chapter 694 Episode 694 The embers of an uncontroble phone call (2) Three days have passed since a huge ident urred. Fortunately, thanks to the frantic efforts of managers, the worst-case scenario of the tower copsing did not ur. Of course, all of that was based on the premise that Azathoth had not fully awakened from his sleep. And now. In the Sky Lounge located on the upper floor of Signiel, members of Goinmul Corporation were holding a general shareholders meeting. I guess the calm before the storm is exactly what they say for times like this. Even though the Necronomicon was taken away, the ancient beings showed no significant movement. I dont know what the n was, but the inside and outside of the tower was extremely quiet. As if just before a huge wind of blood rushes in. Did the Elder God side take action? Or maybe theres another n. An area that can be predicted but cannot be controlled. All you can do is respond as thoroughly as possible ording to the number of opponents. Jinhyuk looked at the peaceful Han River. Buuuuung! Bang! Bang bang! People living their daily lives. I could see the day continuing like a treadmill,muting to and from work repeatedly. At least in their view, the tower was being conquered smoothly and the scenario that humanity would be destroyed seemed to have beenpletely erased from their minds. Still, its a bit strange. Since the existence of the contractor has been erased from everyones memories by the Well of Oblivion, it wouldnt make sense to be so confident. Ellis said something quite credible. No matter how rampant the emerging nobles and newrge guilds are, the floor that humanity is currently targeting is the 39th floor. Even though the rankers were running wild, it was not an easy level to attack. At least, thanks to the contracts made with the apostles of each myth, there is still room to survive in the upper echelon but can one do that just by believing in that? Do you know anything? be not interested in. Cheon Yu-seong, leaning against the wall, let out a cold sigh. I sincerely wonder who will take that emotionless robot-like bastard in the future. Unless you are a decent person, you probably wont be able to handle it. Tsk tsk. It was when Jinhyuk clicked his tongue and shook his head from side to side. Tiing! The elevator doors opened and new members joined. The one in front was Kim Hee-woong, the temporary master of the ck Crow Guild. Its been a while. yer Kang Jin-hyeok. I cant tell you how difficult it is for me to manage everything because the guild office doesnt even have a light on. Please listen! When people talk! Kim Hee-woong, who had been yelling at Jin-hyuk, who was covering his ears, sighed heavily. And, as if resigned, he handed over the data Jinhyuk had requested. Whew. No matter how much I think about it, if I were to die, it would be from fever. Because of tantrums. Who said he was beefy? Ugh Thats it! Information about Seo Jeong-hee has been organized separately here. Kim Hee-woong handed over a tablet PC containing detailed information. The culprit who sent Swingbats hounds, including Jack Eden. Even while fighting giant monsters, Jinhyeok did not forget about Seo Jeonghee. Grace is only 0.2 times greater. And the enemy is multiplied 50,000 times. Because that was the belief Jinhyuk pledged to live by in the world. and. Kim Hee-woong continued. Some unusual things happened while Jinhyeok Kang was away. Its probably the same reason why Yeo Yeonhwa and Taemin Lee were away. Come to think of it. Original members Taemin and Yeonhwa did note to the shareholders meeting. I just thought it was a littlete, but is there a reason? Jinhyeoks expression, who had been covering his ears and making a fuss, changed 180 degrees. Tell me. All capabilities have been mobilized to create a rtionship with a yer not only in Korea but also around the world. The name of the person who has be a hot potato is Chuette. Other than the name, nationality and past traces are all blinded. Kim Hee-woong turned on the screen hanging on one side. Then, a raid team confronting numerous monsters in the dungeon appeared. Raid videos weremon in everyday life, easily exceeding tens of thousands of videos, but there was something different about the person in this video. A white-haired man. At first nce, she looks so beautiful that you might be mistaken for a vampire. However, the magic power and abilities emitted from his body werepletely different from those of a vampire. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! A heterogeneous yet beautiful trajectory. Every time the mans sword cut through the air, a fountain of blood spurted out from among the monsters. strong. Not only was the physical spec itself amazing, but the performance and directing that enthralled the public were so naturally ingrained in the body. This is a friend I havent seen before. Yes. I am a rookie who recently debuted after receiving an overwhelming score in the Awakened Test, receiving an S-ss rating. Afterwards, I conquered 3 30-story ruins, 7byrinths, and 15 dungeons in a week. In particr, one of the ruins was the raids It was the 27th floor habitat of Afandos, called the tomb. Jinhyuks eyebrows wavered at the mention of the habitat of Afandos. Although it is located in the middleyer, it is a ruin that boasts extreme difficulty. It was a ce called Yolk in many ways because it was a strategic point leading to arge quantity of Green Magic Stone mine in thetter part of the 27th floor. This is because the Green Magic Stone, which has the same effect as a room temperature superconductor, was truly valuable outside the tower. I never thought there would be a force other than us that could attack there. Its fun. Jinhyuk carefully looked at Schuettes video with an excited expression on his face. Pretty good, this human. Its strong. Ellis and Teresa also acknowledged Schuette in their own ways. Currently, he is called the hero and hope of mankind. The prevailing opinion is that a raid led by Schuette will be able to reach the top of the tower. As the saying goes, if one possesses this kind of power, it would be sufficient grounds to challenge the upper echelons. Now I understand a little why people seemed so positive and carefree. First of all, its not one of the old characters who were active in the past There is a good chance that a monster will emerge even among newbies. The world is wide. Talented people were born all over the world, regardless of time and ce. Several possibilities passed through my mind. What is certain is that a card has appeared that is unknown whether it will be helpful or not in conquering thetter part of the tower. This is thest news I have to tell you. When Kim Hee-woong pressed the keyboard button, the screen changed. Then a richly decorated post appeared. [Top Ranking Battle of Trials] Content: Large guilds and solo yers from all over the world are gathering to recruit applicants to participate in the war of stars to determine the strongest! A battle to determine superiority or inferiority in a variety of ways over the course of a week! Wealth, fame, and even recognition. To reach the top of the tower. And for the future of humanity. We look forward to your involvement. Total prize money: $100,000,000 (for 1st to 10th ces) Total coins: 5,000,000 coins (for 1st to 10th ces) List of individual relics List of individual items List of special ingredients In addition, top-ss hotels and resorts in a total of 27 countries, airlines and Michelin priority reservation rights. A huge amount of text and pictures cluttered my eyes. . Hoo. Wow. Greed shed in the eyes of the members who were watching. It is too much to check individually. Jinhyuk chuckled. Of course, the relics and items offered as rewards were quite excellent. It consisted only of things that could be seen as having been collected with some effort. But none of it is enough to satisfy Jinhyuk, whose eyes reach up to the sky Huh? Jinhyeok, who was looking at the reward list, suddenly took a deep breath. I couldnt help but be surprised. Even in 11 years of y, there were rewards mixed in that I had only seen once. Thats where ites from? It is unknown how the World Awakened Association obtained it. However, that alone was enough reason to participate in thispetition. How did Jinhyeok Kang be even more interested? Kim Hee-woong straightened his shoulders. As if to appeal that he wasnt just hanging out outside the tower. Youve worked very hard. Youve really gathered only golden information like Altoran. I will trust you to y a big role in the future. Jinhyuk gave Kim Heewoong a firm squeeze on the shoulder. At the same time, I thought that I should give some consideration to growing the ck Crow Guild in the future. Thank you! I will continue to reform until the bones of this body turn to dust. Why are you saying such an obvious thing? He is a man who knows better than anyone else that a fool will soon be retired. Now, the work is roughly finished. Then, lets all take a break and do some personal maintenance before thepetition starts It was when Jinhyuk was about to announce the closing of the general shareholders meeting. Im sure you havent forgotten your promise to Jim, right? Ellis eyes lit up. Creepy. A colder feeling of death than during the battle with Yomaganto ran down my spine. Lets think. If you answer wrong here, you end up dead. There is no doubt that the eyes are hoping for something. Now that I think about it, it seems like Ellis asked for something in return for helping with this matter Numerous cells in Jinhyeoks head gathered together and held an emergency meeting. Only one bullet. You have to pull out all the memories that have seeped into every corner of your brain cells ande up with the right answer. Vacation we were supposed to go on a vacation, right? To where you used to live. Fortunately. I see you remembered. Ellis smiled brightly. *** Tower of Trials, 39th floor. Once upon a time, where the great Jinjo families were settled, there was an old castle that was particrly remote. Although it is located at the highest point, the castle looks somehow lonely. That ce is Ellis home, ck Castle. [You have entered the base of Ellis von Ataraxia.] Ahem! Ellis proudly spread his arms wide. Its not maintained well, so there are a lot of spider webs and dust flying around. As the saying goes, it was a noblemans castle, but it was almost like a ruin. Hmm. Good Joe. Jinhyuk reluctantly nodded. The members had already said that they would go to a housewarming party together. However, I had no choice but to take back what I had said only after seeing that Alices life had be ten times worse. Thats how our vacation together, just the two of us, began. Hmph. Hmph. Hmph. Alice kept humming, wondering why she was so happy. Mogiyi. The sweet potato, the only one allowed, trembled as if anxious. Jinhyuk hugged the fluffy sweet potato tightly. Yes, Guma. I dont feel very good either. But if Im in danger, our cute and loyal Kuma will fight for me, right? Mosquito? Goguma struggled and tried to escape from Jinhyeoks arms. But just then. Over there, a sign of people appeared in the Goseong, which was thought to be empty. I felt it. !? Enemy? Jinhyuk immediately opened the subspace. Chapter 695 Episode 695 Elliss Resting ce (1) A pir that supports the Demon King, a great being in the Demon World. If the Balrogs, Death Knights, and Liches who fight on the front lines symbolize the mace of the demon world then the Subi who y the role of disrupting the enemy and destroying the leadership from the rear symbolize memorization. And the pinnacle of the subi, Remia Celtrick, was once called the most beautiful and cruel rose in the demon world. okay. Hehehe. I am the blue poison rose of hell. A giggling madman wearing a maid uniform and holding a mop. Who could look at this and guess that this is one of the devils closest associates? Eat! I was wondering where you went. Were you here? Augh came out of Jinhyuks mouth. The pair of daggers I had taken out just in case were gone before I knew it. I thought he was dead because I couldnt see him so much, but it seems he was staying here as Ellis ve in exchange for his survival. Even though I said I lost my job and had no ce to go, I begged for it, so I collected it specifically. Following the example of the contractor, my sry was 3 mice and 5 bats per month. Ellis put both hands on her hips. Its like looking at a small devil. I guess its because I feel proud and scared at the same time. Thats right. Its nice to see you working hard. Nothing much to say. Oh, and Mistress. Everything you told me to prepare Eup? Eup! Ellis hurriedly stopped Remia from adding another word. I understand. I understand. Tell meter. I dont know the details of what was going on but it felt like something unusual was going to happen. Mosquito. Jinhyuk seemed anxious and hugged the sweet potato even tighter. *** Tower of Trials, 21st floor. Two people were meeting in a cave located beneath a huge waterfall. Prince Chen. Its been a while. Have you been okay so far? It was Chuhon Sa-yeong and Cheon Yu-seong. Hehe. I am always peaceful. There was a time when a huge war cloud rushed to the upper level of the tower instead of the middle level. Now that the Murim Alliance, the Heavenly Demon Church, and other sects were quiet, the Murim were experiencing a more peaceful time than ever. Even the empire was seeking its own revival and stability, so there was literally no force to argue with. Of course, Chuhon Sayoung knew that this peace would only be temporary. I dont think the Emperor came all this far to ask about this teacher. What could it be? Something that would cast a shadow over that beautiful face? Cheon Yu-seong opened his mouth heavily in response to Chu Hon Sa-youngs question. I want to be stronger. Prince Cheons skills have already surpassed the level and have even broken down walls. It is not at a level that I can teach him. . Cheon Yu-seong held his sword tightly. Chuhon Sa-yeong smiled even more, as if seeing Cheon Yu-seong like that was cute. But that doesnt mean there is no way. If you truly want to be stronger, there is a way to get there. Of course, you have to take the risk. If I can ovee that guy, I can do anything. The uing war of stars. Cheon Yu-seong had no intention of standing side by side with Jin-hyeok there. This is because I did not want to settle in the shadow of a huge tree. From the very beginning. From the moment I first set foot in this tower 11 years ago. Because my only wish was to surpass Jinhyeok. If you are that firm Kakakakakak! Chuhon Sayoung swung his sword towards the rock inside the cave. On the outside, it was nothing more than an ordinary, huge rock. But as a particr sword skimmed across the surface of the rock, strange things began to happen. Wooooow! [The soul stone of Nineum Sword Demon is unlocked!] Sword Demon (ħ). There have been many strong figures in the history of Martial Arts so far, but among them, there is one person whom everyone unanimously agrees to be the best in the world. The strongest and worst swordsman who killed both the first Heavenly Demon and the Murim Lord. The absolute leader of the martial arts world known to have cut down even the immortals who were revered as gods is none other than Geumgeomma. and. Beneath this rock rested the few traces that Gueum Geomma left in the martial arts world. The Tomb of the Sword Cheon Yu-seong quietly pondered the name. One of the abilities used by Jinhyuk, his rival. He had also heard of the creator of the Sword Tomb several times. It is said that he died. He lived a very long time ago. However, some say that he left the martial arts forest and ascended to higher ces. A night with particrly thick frost. The record of meeting the white snow maiden was Gueum Geommasst sighting in the martial arts world. From now on, I will awaken his remaining thoughts and have him fight the Skywalker. Parts. A ck shadow rose from between the piles of dirt. Creepy! Cheon Yu-seongs body stiffened in an instant. Its a huge feeling of intimidation. The Yomaganto from before was a monster of a different kind, but this one was hopeless in a different way. If Heavenly Duke can survive the remnants of the Nine Yin Sword Demon, he will be able to reach another level. But finally, think about it one more time. Until now, no one has survived by fighting the nine Yin Sword Demons residual thoughts. Chu Hon Sa-young asked Cheon Yu-seong with a look of mixed concern and anticipation. Just one wish. To reach the unreachable star. And to go beyond that star. The readiness to throw away ones life had already ended a long time ago. Sreung! Cheon Yu-seong drew his sword without any hesitation. Its what I hoped for. * Meanwhile. On another staircase of the tower, Teresa and Gabrielle were meeting. Thats surprising. I didnt know youd ask to see me alone. Gabriel smiled strangely. Warmth at seeing his apostle. The perspectives on the heterogeneous enemy were mixed. Teresa also knew better than anyone else why Gabriel was acting like this. Another personality. This is because the darkness that contrasts with divine power could engulf him at any time. so that. I want topletely deal with the other personality that is sleeping inside me, and I thought there was no one else who could make that possible except Gabrielle. I no longer want to walk the tightrope that is a double-edged sword that poses a danger to my colleagues. Gaining power by controlling another personality and using that power to protect your precious ones. That was the only wish Teresa had. We lost several apostles. Well, several apostles. It is no exaggeration to say that we were annihted. Eden was upied by the forces led by the ancient species Edon and Uriel. Naturally, most of Gabriel and Michaels existing soldiers were expelled. The few who survived defected to the enemys side. This means that the power difference has be ridiculously wide. Normally, I wouldnt have picked up a card as dangerous as yours, but Im lucky. I literally have to lend a hand to the cat. Pure white wings spread along Gabriels back. Theres going to be some really tough adversity ahead of you to get to the level you want to be at. I can bear it. Teresa faced Gabriels momentum with a stern expression. The saints will to not back down no matter what was conveyed. Kukukukukuku! Divine power and divine power collided. Grumble! Gabriel took out a burning spear. There is no need for further conversation. The journey to grow to the next level has begun. and. Simr events continued on other levels of the tower. -I came to find the soul of the nine tails. Andrea in the psychiatric ward. -Gather the warriors on the frigid ins. A caracal of the Frostde tribe. -Eat it all and be stronger. Because then I can run away from this damnpany. Behemoth of Apocalypse. -sister. arrived. This is thebyrinth Stairs of Return. -Big. Good good. If we climb all the way up here, we can get the relic weve been looking for, right? Taemin Lee, Yeonhwa Yeonhwa, etc. Each member of Goinmul Corporation sought to grow in their own way in preparation for the future war. *** In ck Castle, Ellis and Remia were sitting on the bed and having a profound conversation. [The Art of Seduction, Chapter 1. [Adult Love] The reason you no, the great matriarch, always gives in to nothing is because you dont know the heart of a man. It started with the sound of Remia clicking her tongue. In front of a subus who literally specializes in seduction, Ellis is no different from an innocent child. In order to seduce the impregnable Jinhyeok, thorough preparation was needed. So this is what I prepared. Sigh! Remia unfolded a piece of paper with detailed ns written in front of Ellis. [Operation name: Sweet and sour! Grab the targets heart!] The so-called swinging bridge effect! It is a scientific theory that the palpitations caused by fear and shock are mistaken for attraction to the opposite sex. Oooh! This is indeed the clever idea of a subus with an empty brain. Hey Remia rolled her eyes, but Ellis, who was busy taking notes, couldnt have seen that expression. Thats how the subus great operation began. Gun, gun, gun! Ellis ran at a rabbit pace and grabbed Jinhyuk by the cor. Contractor! It was a bonus to keep my eyes wide open and make my voice sound as urgent as possible. Elise? Whats wrong? Whats wrong? Seeing Ellis so disheveled, Jinhyeok jumped up from the bed. A ghost has appeared in the castle. Ghost barely? Jinhyuk, who had high expectations, snorted. asionally, event monsters full of treasures appear in these ruins. Also known as Golden Goblin. This refers to those who are easy to huntpared to their difficulty. However, if it was a ghost, a mental monster, there was a high probability of giving the meager reward among them. Does it make sense to turn into a real person and then tremble in front of a ghost? A low-level monster that doesnt even give you properpensation. Its not about the reward, its about being scared! And, no matter how much a vampire you are, youre still scared of ghosts! Okay, okay. Anyway, it took a lot of work. Where is that ghost guy? Just when Jinhyuk clicked his tongue and was about to leave. [Remia activates Demons Oath C a constricting nightmare!] An ability to weaken the targets mental power by creating a frightening environment. When Remias unique ability was activated, a chilling energy suddenly appeared outside the door. For a moment, the smoke soon took the shape of a terrible skeleton. Is it you? Jinhyuk took out a dagger. It certainly looks quite ugly. Of course, it was just cute in front of stagnant people. But not everyone was like Jinhyeok. Aaaah! Jinhyeok was the one aiming for the swing bridge effect, but Ellis, who actually nned it, lost his temper. He was truly ovee by Remias ability to tighten his heart. And that created an unexpected result. Ellis, terrified, hugged Jinhyuk without realizing it. uh? Jinhyuk and Ellis, who naturally lost their bnce, got tangled up. Slurp! The posture copsed and Jinhyuk was positioned on top of Ellis. Eyes and gazes meet. As if time had stopped. The moonlight outside the window illuminated the two people quietly. Contractor? Ellis swallowed dry saliva. Kongdakkongdak! My heart was beating uncontrobly. Before we knew it, the distance between the two had be so close that their breaths could touch. Ellis Jinhyuk whispered softly. Yes? I have something to say. What is it? Ellis held her breath and waited for Jinhyuks next words. Chapter 696 Episode 696 Ellis Rest (2) The pouring moonlight illuminated the room through the window. There were only two men and women in the pure white bed. Contractor Saliva running down the small neck. My mind had already turned white a long time ago. Its a moment Ive been waiting for for a long time. Whispering love with a loved one in a closed ce was one of Alices dreams. Kongdakkongdak! A sweet and tingly feeling that I had never felt before enveloped my entire body. A life lived solely for the revival and revenge of Ataraxia. Dating was something that had nothing to do with Ellis. It was so unfamiliar and unfamiliar that I felt like I was going to die of awkwardness, but I didnt hate this feeling. Tell me. Ellis, who had already decided on a name for her grandson, held the bedsheet tightly in her small hands. One second, like an eternity, passes. Jinhyuk gave the answer he had been waiting for. Actually, I invited some guests here. I feel a little sorry to say it now, but will you understand? ah! timely. I think we have arrived. It was difficult to convey the coordinates because it was a ce hidden in the shadows, but I was fortunate that Heimdall of Northern Europe was able to help me flexibly. [A new force enters the territory of Ataraxia.] You must take care of this separatelyter. We had a lot of trouble moving this many people. Multiple magical powers appeared inside the castle. They were the spirit king and spirit beasts in Yotleam Canyon. As Yomaganto withdrew, the darkness that had encroached upon the entire canyon disappeared, but the magic of the sapling that had seeped into every nook and cranny was not something that could be removed in a short period of time. so that. Im sorry. I thought I might owe you something. Hahaha. Its an honor to be the famous Fortress of Ataraxia. The towers refugees(?) needed a ce to stay. A ce that has been abandoned for a long time and is filled with the pure magic of the tower, without having to worry about what the outside world thinks. YiyiYiyi. Ellis body trembled. If you go into a ce full of electric eels, this is exactly what it looks like. I have been waiting for this date with some kind of heart [Magic power materializes.] [The barrier spread across the castle copses.] A red ring slowly forms. Kwachachachang! All the windows in the castle were smashed. Hey! Remia instinctively felt a sense of danger and began to run away as far as possible. I couldnt sleep well because I thought we would be alone for the next week Cuckoo! Its a scary life. The realm made of blood was such that even Azathoth had no choice but to be wary. [The barrier exceeds the limit it can withstand.] [The twelve signs of the zodiac lose their light.] Thats nonsense. Jinhyuk looked at the shattering constetions. The defensive walls that had been built around the entire castle in case of emergency were copsing like ss castles. Something is wrong. And very tightly. Ah, Asgard. No, anywhere is fine, so send me away quickly! Heimdall tried to open the gate to Bifrost as soon as possible. [Space movement was denied for the safety of Northern Europe.] The final escape route disappeared with a resolute red status window. Eh Ellis? Jinhyuk took a step back without realizing it. sincerely. Even if I used all of my unique skills and abilities, I couldnt imagine being able to defeat the angry girl in front of me. [The Book of Revtion Lord of Emperor is activated.] A perfectly blooming wave of fresh blood. Die. With that lost sense of humor. Ku-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! The Revtion of Gaebyeok swallowed up the entire fortress. *** A storm passed. Jinjos anger raged throughout ck Castle, but fortunately the worst oue he had imagined did not ur. Its not just because I was lucky. It was thanks to the promise ofmensurate tribute andpensation. Dont ever think that Ill forgive everything for this Mmm. This is really delicious. Ellis chewed the food in her cheek like a hamster. Various delicacies served at the Other World Restaurant. The first condition was for Jinhyuk to be next to me and feed me a bite at a time. Afterwards, take a bat-shaped ferry on a river made of blood. A Spartan journey awaits, with a walk through the screaming forest and a final blood-draining session under the crescent moon. Although I had a pretty rough day, I still thought it was worth the price of my life. Afterwards, I was able to receive help from the spirit kings and spirits, so its not all that bad. The hard work is worth it. More than anything, it felt refreshing toe to the ce where Ellis lived. Come to think of it, this is my first time looking around this ce sofortably. ck Castle is one of the most difficult ces to ess on the 30th floor. No one is allowed to enter without Elliss permission. In terms of difficulty, it is said to beparable to the highest level ruins. Of course, in the past when there was no contact, there was no reason toe here. There was no need to take such a big risk and upset Jinjo. But now that it has be a reality, I have built a friendship with Ellis. Thanks to this, I was able to have new experiences that I couldnt have before. This is why the Tower of Trials is fun. There was a lot of content that hadnt been done yet. Now that I have some free time, Ill try to settle the ounts that were dyed. Ellis, who ate well and yed well, was currently fast asleep in her bedroom. Refugees from the canyon were also busy relieving their fatigue from their long journey. Now I can finally have some alone time. Jinhyuk opened the personal status window and subspace inventory at the same time. Tiring! A cheerful notification sound rang. Name: Kang Jin- hyuk Gender: Male Level: 356 Strength 125 Dexterity 140 Stamina 198 Magic 809 Gap 100 Luck 10 Adaptive 78 Elemental 510.22 Stat points possessed: 33 possessed Coin: 112557189 upation: Master of Runes Unique Holy Spear: There is too much content in the Unique Holy Spear, so it is switched to folded status. Unique Abilities: There is too much content in unique abilities, so they are ced in a folded state. Skill: There is too much content in the skill, so it is switched to a folded state. The level I raised during this battle was a whopping 11. Considering my current level, I had gained an incrediblyrge amount of experience. Still, the only regret is not being able to stop Yomagantos life. If you had seeded in hunting down one of the Primordial Beings, you would have gained much more experience and rewards. still. I obtained a variety of rewards that were enough to assuage my disappointment. Lets distribute the stats first. It has already been decided what to invest in. [Magic power increases from 809 829.] [Strength increases from 125 138.] Wow! A warm power spread throughout my entire body. The muscles in my body became more defined, and the magic flowing through my veins became more stable. The most important thing in the future war against Eden is thepleteness of the base. In order to use Labyrinth Creation freely and also use Rainbow Bridge copied from Medray, the higher the magic stat, the better. Also, attention was paid to overall bnce by making up for the rtively insufficient power this time. Next its time to check out the items youve been looking forward to! Raising my stats made my heart race, but the most thrilling thing was still the things I could get my hands on. [Gray Staff of Resentment] Difficulty of obtaining: SSS Magic Attack Power: 88000 Description: A magical tool from another dimension used by Clemence that increases the proficiency of all ck magic skills by +20%. Additionally, when this ck magic reaches a certain level, you will be able to use the abilities of the dimension where Clemence was. [Unimed Shadow Seedling Root 100g] Difficulty of acquisition: Unmeasurable Description: A nt that grows in the pce of Azathoth. Saplings that emit purple oxygen can contaminate or strengthen targets. [Yomaganto me Piece (Material Type)] Difficulty of acquisition; Unmeasurable content: The demon of Yomaganto, one of the Outer Gods. The unquenchable me canpletely burn and destroy the target. In addition, I obtained the armor used by Jack Eden, the leader of Swingbat, and various types of magic stones and by-products. Even when viewed individually, these items have deceptive abilities. But Jinhyuk had something else to aim for. I need to upgrade the First de. Special reinforcement. The current performance will be greatly increased using items from a different dimension than the ancient power. So that it can be used in bigger battles toe. ns were organized step by step in Jinhyeoks head. After a few hours, a rough blueprint was drawn up. Jinhyuks eyes sank one level further. Because thest thing to do was the most important and had to be done carefully. Jinhyeok took out the banned book that he had stored deep in subspace, along with the Crown of the de and the Crown of the Swift. Parts! Green and purple smoke flowed out. The air changedpletely with the sound of insects whispering. Necronomicon. Difficulty of obtaining: Cannot be expressed in words. Content: This contains all kinds of information about the 50th floor, its interpretation, and finally, guesses and assumptions. However, because it is written in a specialnguage and codes, a very sophisticated approach is required to interpret it. A book containing all the information on how to conquer the 50th floor. There are so many things that are still shrouded in mystery. Its going to be a difficult journey. The experience Ive acquired will be less than 30% of the total. Jinhyuk also did not know everything about the 50th floor. Above all, due to the nature of the 50th floor, where extreme changes ur, there was no guarantee that the existing information would lead to the right path. thus. Whether or not you can master this perfectly will determine the sess or failure of conquering the summit. *** The day before the event of the century called War of the Stars was held. All media and media outlets around the world were focused on the United States. -The number of concurrent viewers is expected to be over 1.0856 billion, and allrge guilds and solo rankers are gathering in the United States. C The diplomats and entourage representing the G20 are currently C At the stadium, which was built on thergest scale in history, all preparations arepleted and the yers are expected to enter. TV and the Inte have been talking about this all day for a week already. there was. That has to be the case. This event is a ce to select the gems to conquer the top of the tower. It is only natural that there would be a strong response to something that depends on the survival of humanity. and. In order to show off their presence on the best stage, each country and guild literally intended to pour everything they had. All the most famous faces have gathered together. Thats right. Even when we attacked the ruins before, not all of the members gathered like this. These were Ivankovic, a Russian ranker, and Kiyov, a ranker in the European Union. In order to more urately distinguish between the increasingly higher levels of yers, they were promoted to S rank. SS-ss and SSS-ss. On top of that, the EX-ss, of which there are only 5 people in the world, was added. A non-standard strongman who signed a direct contract with the main god-level. Monsters that could conquer ruins andbyrinths alone were included in the EX category. And. Ivan . Kovich and Kiyov were strong men who had recently been promoted from S-ss to SS-ss. It was a time when they wanted to show off their power. So, they were constantly looking for opportunities to find a suitable prey. Right at that time. There. A familiar figure appears: Yoo Cheon-young, an old tiger who is the only pir of the copsing Republic of Korea. Chapter 697 Episode 697 War of Nerves (1) Sigh. Ivankovic and Kiyov looked at each other. Needless to say, I have the same thoughts. Lets change the old, stagnant, rotten water and prove that a new wind is blowing. Hey, who is this? Hmm. Are you the representative in Korea again? Its not like copy and pasting. Im sick of it. Lee Juk-is voice turned to Yoo Cheon-young, who was walking calmly. Stand tall. Yoo Cheon-youngs steps, which were heading straight, stopped. The rest of Koreas members and rankers who followed behind them also looked in the direction from which they had started the argument. Insolent What are you doing? They were the masters and rankers who led Dangun, Balhae, and Saul-Abi. They were naturally angry because they were openly ridiculing their representative, Yoo Cheon-young. but. Responding to provocation was actually what the two wanted. Youre talking about adults, but puppies are barking all day long. Kukukukukuku! As Ivankovic unleashed his magic, he felt the pressure of a rock. Big! Cluck! Cluck! Most yers knelt on the spot. It seems to show an overwhelming gap. The fight itself does not take ce at all. With just the sheer momentum, more than half of them have already curled their tails. Still, the rankers of each guild are shaking at this level. I dont know what qualifications these people have for participating in the event. Of course, its only popr in Korea, but it wouldnt even be ranked in the world. This killing became even more tant. Due to the loudmotion, the number of onlookers was already increasing one by one. It was certain that soon even reporters would find out about this. Stop it. Yoo Cheon-young quietly warned. Standing calmly even under tremendous pressure. Before I knew it, blue water had formed on my feet. It means that if you cross the line any further, we will not let you go. Its funny. Even when everyone gets old, a tiger is still a tiger. At one time, Korea was an awakened powerhousepeting for 12th ce among the G20. Based on the solidrge guilds and the old people who yed the existing Tower of Trials, we built a force that no one could do lightly. But at some point, that foundation disappearedpletely. Its like a shimmering oasis in the desert. The exact reason I dont know. It felt like a huge ink had been spilled on the history of the world, as if there had been a gap in my memory. In any case, the prestige of the powerful country called Korea copsed rapidly. Now, it has be nothing more than a third-ss country that watches over other powerful countries and picks up scraps from dungeons. The only ones left are a few people, including that old man and his granddaughter. This was when Ivankovic was about to pull out his sword from subspace. Thepetition hasnt even started yet, so dont rx too much in the beginning. I dont want to get caught up in that superficiality. A sharp female voice was heard among the Korean representatives. Not a yer. Nevertheless, he was a person with more influence than the top rankers. It was Seo Jeong-hee, one of the emerging nobles. Next to him was an executive belonging to the American Awakened Association. You Seo Jeong-hee. The two rankers showed signs of trouble for the first time. Unlike Yoo Cheon-young, Seo Jeong-hee is someone who cannot be messed with. Hurting her meant attacking America. Seeing the rankers looking confused, an executive from the American Awakened Association added a word. Hahaha. Its the same country, but were treated so differently. You have to read the trends carefully to avoid being left behind. Just like Director Seo Jeong-hee here. Its a bit offensive to say that I read the bandwagon. My grandparents were American citizens to begin with. I, too, have always had a sense of belonging to the United States. Hmm. I made a mistake. Anyway, you two, please stop harassing the weak too much. It is a ce where the worldes together. Dissuade, but do not force. They only pretend to mediate considering their external image. That tant intention was felt by everyone at the scene. When Seo Jeong-hee and the American Association of Awakened executives disappeared, the second round began. Buzz, buzz! As themotion grew, the number of onlookers naturally increased. Now it is a ce where hundreds of people have gathered. Is there a fight going on? Do you think Russia, Europe, and Korea will have a showdown? Its already a war of nerves Its exciting. Its interesting. It looks like were going to have to fight a gori and an ant, but if were trying to build up our pride, the dog will probably end up getting hit. Public opinion was one-sided. Its a natural thing. Achievements and individual specifications known so far. And the number of top rankers we have. Becauseparison waspletely impossible. But right then. Jerk. A new person intervened on that thin ice. It feels like you wouldnt even bat an eyebrow even if there was a stabbing right next to you. It was natural. ??? An event I attended on a high note, imagining getting mouth-watering rewards. It was nice to finally set foot on American soil through LA Airport. Thanks to Ellis, it was perfect that everyone flew first ss and received all kinds of services. But sure enough. As soon as we reached this foreign country, a battle of wits between the powerful was waiting. Discipline that remains unchanged from past to present. Its quite cute and refreshing to see such newbies gathered together. Are they a new ranker or something? Jinhyeok chuckled when he saw Ivankovic confronting Cheon Yoo-seong. In the past, this kind of reaction would have been unthinkable, but now that humanitys memories have been erased through the Fountain of Forgetting, it has no choice but to be a target for virtually everyone. Ellis, wearing a ck dress, waved a parasol. You idiots, who dare stand in your way now? Contractors. Do you mind if I wipe them all out? Oh my gosh. It would take a year to clean up all the blood. Above all, I told you that I shouldnt bully weak kids, right? Huh? Didnt the contractor like torturing weak kids the most? Can you do a centrifuge for the first time in a while? Im sorry. It was Jims fault. Jinhyuk and the rest of the members had a regr conversation. of course. Theres no way I could stay silent after hearing something like that. Now youre talking about bugs from countries as small as snot, which Ive never even heard of. Will youe to your senses if you see blood? Sreung! Ivankovics sword radiated anticipation. But right before the sword was drawn. Cheon Yu-seongs hand twitched. The sword with the green light moved in sync. Creepy! A feeling I felt for the first time enveloped my entire body. The main light. If only I had just swung the sword. No, if the sword had beenpletely drawn. He was dead. Pure truth without a single bit of exaggeration or assumption. Because Ivankovic had reached a certain level, the result when swords shed was depicted very clearly. Youre not stupid at all. Cheon Yoo-seong slowly passed by Ivankovic. Why are you hitting on him? Huh? Talk to me, stupid Geomseong. Please shut that mouth before I cut you down too. Its chilly. Still, I dont hate that about you. The rest, including Jinhyeok and Ellis, also left leisurely. It was only after the situation was over that those present realized the reality. What? Now? Why did you send it to me? Did you watch it? There was something strange about that To me, it seemed like he was intentionally trying to avoid a fight. Reporters holding cameras tilted their heads. Those bastards Ivankovic grabbed his sword once again in shame and anger. No matter how much I didnt give my best, I couldnt ept that I was pressured by the momentum of an ordinary yer who wasnt even a ranker. But why? The mouth that was about to spit out a swear word did note off easily. His feet also didnt listen, as if they were stuck on the ground. What are you doing? Are you going to send them there? Kiyov protested. Fuck it. I know. I know! If you know, what are you doing without moving? Damn it. This is why I didnt trust the Russian bastards. Kiyov just threw himself away. This is because I n on wiping out everything by myself. me. me! Quang! Kick off the ground and head forward. The arrogant guys I had already targeted were out of sight. Even so, if you just turn that corner, you will see it right away. It was a pity that there were no eyes watching, but the immediate priority was to build up ones pride. Why arent you stopping me? Ivankovic asked Yoo Cheon-young. The moment new characters appeared, Yoo Cheon-youngs momentum, which was like a mountain, suddenly disappeared like a lie. Because there is no need to fight anymore. what? What does that mean? Youll know when you see. How useless and insignificant the power you boasted about was. Yoo Cheon-young also left, leaving only an unintelligiblement. Right at that moment. Kukukukukukuku! I felt Kiyovs magic power being released. They finally started to sh. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! A loud roar rang out once. The entire building shakes loudly. Everything was being torn apart as if a typhoon was approaching. The smoke billowing from afar came right in front of me. Three Gods. I would have died at that level, right? But still. Mr. Kiyov. Isnt that too much? Even if it is a promised country, this will cause international problems. A worried response followed. ??? p! Come to your senses. p! Wake up! Kiyov! Ugh Ugh? Kiyov stumbled and stood up as he felt someone hitting his cheek hard. Throbbing! Thinging! Tremendous pain engulfed his whole body. In front of him was the Dreadlor, thergest federation guild in Europe. There was Sam Meyer, a ranker. He had a thin appearance and a long scar on his face. If there was a real-life killer, it would be exactly like this. Ranked 9th. He was the 9th strongest man in all of Europe. Meyer. .. Exin. What happened? That Kiyov trailed off. Thest thing he remembered was approaching a guy named Cheon Yu-seong. He pulled out his sword with the intention of crushing him in one fell swoop. But. Just before reaching Cheon Yu-seong. When he hit the shoulder of the girl with white hair, everything turned dark. . As Kiyov closed his mouth like a dumb fool, Mayers brow furrowed grimly. Quaaaang! A huge crack appeared in one wall. I heard that it wasnt Yoo Cheon-young who moved, but some random strangers. Is this true? What happened to those guys? Oh no! Kiyov shouted hurriedly. If you tell the truth here, everything is really over. This means that what has been built so far can really copse in an instant. Its impossible to use such nonsense when you dont know exactly what happened. then. The best option is to leave everything to the gullible guys. USA. The American Titan Guild interfered. There is only one way to live. I think they must be receiving support from the United States. I clearly saw Seo Jeong-hee and the American executive together with Yoo Cheon-young. The Dreadlore Guild is already trying to make a thorn in the side of the United States, and this opportunity will be a good excuse to do so. Chapter 698 Episode 698 Nervous War (2) Pzzo Hotel located in Las Vegas. Jinhyuk and the members of Goinmul Corporation, who did not receive an official invitation, unpacked here. No matter what, I didnt destroy it too much, did I? Jinhyuk clicked his tongue while looking at Ellis. To be honest, I get goosebumps seeing people being reduced to a pulp just because they had a shoulder pad. You should consider yourself lucky that you didnt kill him. Because you, a lowly, smelly bastard, dared to brush against my body. Anyway, my temper tsk tsk. Youve already forgotten that we shouldnt stand out too much, right? I remember Jim too! Ellis let out a loud noise. Even though he didnt say anything, he looked quite embarrassed. Since I forgot what I told you so hard, I cant help but be pricked by my conscience. But itll be okay, right? To be honest, I didnt hit him that hard. Did I do something wrong? its okay. He wont be able to say that he hit you anyway. The pride of the rankers and the interests of therge guilds are clearly visible even without looking. It was also possible to predict what kind of excuses the European idiots, including Kiyov and others, woulde up with. Are you saying youre going to be quiet? No, rather than that Jinhyuk nced toward the door. Its almost time for the doorbell to ring. There is a reason why we chose a loud and luxurious 5-star hotel, leaving a lot of traces on purpose. Right then. Ding dong! A cheerful ringtone rang. You cant be a nobleman. Amazingly, it came at the right time. Are you a foolish saint or a foolish swordsman? Ellis tilted his head. Since we had decided to rest in our respective rooms until dinner, there would be no reason toe here at this timing. There was no one in particr that came to mind as someone else. At least thats what Ellis thought. Jinhyuk smiled and approached the door. It rattled. When the door opened, I saw a familiar face wearing a lot of porridge. It was Kiyov, a ranker belonging to the European Dreadlore. Next to him was Ivankovic, who had a shit-chewing look on his face. I knew it. Now, my intuition has almost reached the level of prophecy. Even just thinking about it gives me goosebumps all over my body. Oh my. How could a shabby persone to such a precious ce? Jinhyuk joked a lot. You look like you knew I wasing. Because you would be in a very awkward situation. Besides, I thought the only way to fix the lie was toe this way. Thats correct. Thanks to you, our necks are in danger. Kiyov let out a long sigh. They told Mayer that it was the American Titan Guilds work, but it was a lie that would be immediately discovered if they dug a little deeper. It is a temporary solution thatsts only a few days at most. atst. The only way to survive was to turn lies into truth before all the little time left was gone. For that, cooperation between Jinhyuk and Goinmul Corporation was an essential prerequisite. Perhaps they said they joined the American side because Seo Jeong-hee was there? Then we just have to act like were their henchmen? Its amazing. An earthquake urred in Kiyovs eyes. Jinhyeoks insight was so sharp that I revealed my true feelings without realizing it. youre right. Thats exactly what I need help with. I will provide you with detailed information, so all you have to do is act ordingly Hey. Jinhyuk interrupted the conversation. Dont you guys have any business ethics? Who is the guy who fell into the water? It seems like they still havent figured out who can save them. I dont know if its because of the habit of bullying that has ingrained itself into my bones, but its out of the question here. First of all, it is Kanghos will to tell us what we can provide if we help. If they only try to solve what they want, what is my position? What do you want? If its money I dont need it because I have plenty of it. What you want is information. How is thispetition structured? The power of each guild and the characteristics of its rankers. And how the current interests are structured, etc. We needed as much advanced information as possible that ordinary yers could not understand. Ugh Ivankovic showed signs of difort at the one-sided request. All right. Let us provide it all. Kiev raised his hand to stop Ivankovic. ah! and. I will decide the n and how I will move. You guys are just doing what I tell you to do. Quang! As soon as he finished speaking, Ivankovic kicked the door down. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! A piece of shrapnel, shattered in half, flew across the living room and stuck in the opposite wall. I cant listen to you. In the first ce, we came to make a proposal to that girl and that guy named Cheon Yu-seong. This means that a nerd who knows how to use his head knows when to do something and when not to do something, and is a jerk. Ivankovic threatened and pointed at Cheon Yu-seong, who sensed themotion with Ellis and came to visit. The two people who showed their presence before were thought to be the main members of this group. Oh, I see. Was I the one who looked the lowest? If thats what you meant, you should have told me sooner. Jinhyuk smiled brightly and slowly approached Ivankovic. In front of such arge man, Jinhyeok stood out by one head. Nevertheless, there was not the slightest hesitation in Jinhyuks steps. You stupid people. Rest in peace. Even though they said out loud that they were not below them, Ellis and Cheon Yu-seong did not deny that statement. Something is wrong. By the time I felt that, it was already toote. Saaah. A quiet but quiet life has been opened up. Gagging? Ivankovics face, which had been so energetic just a moment ago, was contorted in astonishment. Unlike the first time, when I let my guard down, this time I came well prepared. In case things didnt work out properly, I was nning to at least pretend to bepetent. Relics, unique items, and various magical power supplements. This means that you have fully set up as if you were just before participating in arge-scale raid. However. It was all pointless. Even if all guild-level relics were supported, the results would not have been different. Still do I look below them? Naturally, I thought that the silver-haired girl and the sword-wielding man from earlier named Cheon Yu-seong were leading this group. but. Wrong. Rattling! the levels are different. No, it wasnt that level, the level of seeing and hearing waspletely different. Master Lore Gray who leads the Dreadlore. Shasha, the Grand Mage of the Titan Guild. They were EX-level superhumans who had reached a level that he could not dare to judge, but Ivankovic could not imagine the two of them defeating that person. Kiyov was also busy trying to control his body, which was trembling like crazy at the unbelievable sight. I cant believe this persons name wasnt even known until now. For what reason did he live a secluded life? Why even though we can enjoy all kinds of wealth and fame? Moreover, the intention to participate in the war of stars at this time was also unpredictable. Whatever it is, someone as strong as EX level or perhaps even higher has started to move. It looks like he was trying to avoid a fox and ended up in a tigers den. Kiyov shook his head left and right as if he had given up on everything. As long as you guarantee our safety, we will do everything else you ask. like that. New chess pieces have arrived. *** While Jinhyuk gently leads the situation. The war of nerves between the United States and Europe was so sharp that it was reaching its extreme. This gave the two guilds, who were already looking for an opportunity to put each other down, an excellent justification. In many of the dungeons andbyrinths within the tower, casualties were already increasing due to each others secret battles. On the Dread Lore side, we targeted the magicite mine on the 15th floor, which we have a monopoly on. One ss A, five ss B, and 26 ss C and lower are incapable ofbat. The Magic Stone mine was also destroyed to the point where mining was impossible for the time being. It has be difficult to guarantee the sess or failure of the attack on the Lewis Coldmain ruins, which took three months of effort. You probably dont know that you need that ce if you want to create a connection with the third force, the Zodiac. 12 divine beasts with mysterious powers. And the prerequisite for receiving help from the monkey, the strongest in human warfare that reigns over them, was the ruins of Coldmain. It is one of the tasks that must be seeded for the future of humanity. A great project that took a lot of effort might end up in vain just this once. Its bing more and more explicit. Its an overt provocation, so isnt it inevitable that we wont respond? Something must be done! Take this opportunity, Gray. Lets cut that crazy guys head off. The rankers of the Titan Guild each raised their voices. A middle-aged man in a white tuxedo in the center tapped the table repeatedly with his fingers. Code name Sasha, one of the EX sses. As a great mage who could use not only 9th circle magic but also magic from other dimensions, he was at the top of all existing magic yers. The nickname the one closest to the dragon is not an exaggeration. I know what everyone wants to say. However, there is aw in everything. You cant hit the top without solid physical evidence. Its true that we need to deal with the Dreadlors behind us, but first, we need to deal with the ones who created this saddal. If you capture and interrogate those who received the request, you will be able to find out more detailed information. When everything is revealed, only then will we be able to aim our sharpened spear points at the dreadlocks. Grumble! As the mes rose, the faces of the members of the Stagnant Corporation appeared. Below that, detailed personal information about each individual created based on the given information was written in me letters. Are these the right ones? yes. They killed all of my personal mercenaries. They definitely did a dirty trick. Seo Jeong-hee nodded. There was nothing but extreme death lingering in their eyes. If you can even touch Director Seo Jeong-hee, I think you really have to have the backing of a huge guild like Dreadlore. Theyre arguing openly outside, not even inside the tower. I had absolutely no intention of letting go. Because it was intended to make people feel the price of messing with the worlds greatest power deep into their bones. Right then. It is Shashas intention to eliminate them, but you must give up just one person to us. Other figures in the shadows appeared. The pure white uniform with a red cross on it especially stands out. The most heterogeneous and single-minded people in modern times. They were heresy inquisitors, all of whom were apostles of Eden. The great Archangel Raphael hasmanded. Judge the fallen Saint Teresa. We are here to fulfill that sacred duty. I will not forgive anyone who interferes. The fanatics, wrapped in absolute faith in God, were moving for only one goal. which. of course. It wasnt a bad story for the Titan Guild either. Is there anything that bothers you about an unheard-of guild called Goinmul Corporation? That was Yeo Yeon-hwa, the granddaughter of Teresa and Yoo Cheon-young of the Laurentia family. The Titan Guild had no reason to refuse when they offered to eliminate one of them. A lot of very interesting things will happen this time. A war of stars will be held soon. Various stages and events created with great care from around the world. As so many strong yers participate, the probability of unexpected idents urring is bound to be high. Chapter 699 Episode 699: War of the Stars (1) Numerous men and women gathered in the crater where magma flowed. They were not humans. The amount of magical power and sense of heterogeneity possessed by each individual was at a level that could not be dared to be contained in the shell of a human being. Their true identity was dragons who had cast polymorph magic. Gold, silver, red, blue, green and ck. The guardian gods of the 46th floor, who oversee each color, anxiously waited for time to pass. Among them, there were also ancient dragons with different names, such as Addon, the Dragon of Destruction. The gatekeeper of the iron wall that protects the 48th floor. Among the dragons of all time, they are the strongest creatures with perfect lineage, talent, and even luck. They, too, had taken a long walk to where the low-ranking dragons were in order to intervene in the uing election ceremony for the Dragon Lord. It took longer than I thought. Addon muttered. A voice full of irritation and regret revealed strong hostility toward one person. Kang Jin-hyuk of Goinmul Corporation. Even though they had taken control of a huge base called Eden, rather than being frustrated, they were in the process of causing even bigger idents. How terrible must it have been for Azathoth to wake up from his sleep? Even now, whenever I think of that day, it feels like my dragon heart freezes. still. Almost done. Currently, the existing road has been withdrawn. If a new Lord is elected and the dragons unite, it bes possible to make it so that yers can no longer climb the tower, starting from Eden. This means that no matter how much you gather forces and grow, climbing to the upper levels bes impossible. Then, from now on, we will ept candidates to be the next load. The Gold n, which elected the previous Dragon Lord, held a ceremony toplete 2000 years of work and hand over a sessor. Grumble! The magma split into two sides, revealing the remains of an ancient dragon. Its huge. Because it was three timesrger than a normal dragon. Even the dragon heart, which had been beating vigorously while alive, was still continuing to beat. I cant even guess how much mana he has. [The magic power of the ancient dragon Patio has been unlocked!] Kukukukuku! One of the first ancient dragons known to have existed since the tower was first built. By handing over some of his magical power and imprint to the new Lord, he can gain the loyalty of the remaining dragons. and. Another symbol also woke up from a long sleep. [Crown of Valor awaits a new owner.] The kings mark that he had been searching for for half a year. It even has absolute sacred relics that no one can deny. An indescribable feeling of excitement arose among the dragons. Vedimion of the Red n will challenge for the position of great Lord. Sarashid of the ck n will also challenge for the position of great Lord. A red-haired man and a ck-haired woman came out. Red and ck n. Although the two ns were the most likely to be the next Dragon Lord, it was difficult to say which had the upper hand yet. This is because Nyathotep, who was controlling everything behind the scenes, gave up his hand and disappeared at some point. Naturally, the election ceremony had no choice but to be postponed. I dont know what youre thinking. Could this have something to do with Azathoth trying to wake up? Is it also true that the movements of ancient beings have be iparably more active than in the past thousands of years? Because urate information was not delivered even to them, they could not understand the details, but they could instinctively feel that a huge storm was approaching. done. No matter how much you think about it, there is no need to worry about something that has no answer. First of all, the priority is to firmly conclude the work given to me. Red and ck. It doesnt matter which of the two ns that are loyal to him bes Lord. But right then. An unfamiliar voice rang out from a ce that had remained silent until now. Pinot Noir from the Green family. I will challenge for the position of great Lord. A woman with elegantly flowing green hair took a step forward. i get it. Are there any more? . . Silence followed the elder dragons words. Then lets finish candidate registration with this. [Candidate registration from three ns has beenpleted.] [A new Lord will be elected 14 days from now.] Any dragon can be a candidate for the Dragon Lord election ceremony. This means that just because he is a dragon, he is qualified to be a Lord. Of course, running the race and being elected arepletely different issues, but anyway, the number of candidates who were thought to be only two has increased to three. Addons eyebrows were bent into an inverted shape. I cant help but be unhappy about the increased number of variables. The other ancient dragons nearby also could not hide their embarrassment. Who moved it? The Green n, which was the weakest and most docile, would not have stepped forward for no reason. Someone he didnt know must have intervened. *** Same time. Jinhyuk was sitting alone in the lounge of the Pzzo Hotel. Thanks to having a reliable source of information, work became much easier. After watching for several hours, I was able to keep all the information about the current yers in my head. But it looks like he was just having fun. The newly reorganized 7 major guilds. The masters and top rankers who lead there had skills worthy of their name. When ites to Dreadlore level, I think the strength of the entire guild will be simr to the current level of genius, or maybe a littlecking. hmm. Jinhyuk was lost in thought as he sipped a mint chocte-based cocktail. These clumsy kids are the most annoying. It doesnt fall down easily due to strength control. However, if you give up your best, the reason for using the spring of forgetfulness disappears. If you n carefully and meticulously, you will be able to get the items you want and not be discovered. master. yes. Its going to be a long night, so Id like to ask for one more drink. Put a lot of chocte powder on top of the mint. Triple Mint Liquor just arrived. What do you think? If you wish, I will give you the opportunity to taste it for the first time. I would like a double please. Hehe. Only then will I recognize you as a customer. The bartender skillfully prepared the cocktail. There are even cookies full of butter vor that you can eat as a snack. After all, it is a lounge with roots. I often felt the need to visit the United States. at that time. Jinhyuk Kang. Cheon Yu-seong came and sat down next to Jin-hyuk. He was usually blunt, but this time it was a little different. Do you want to have a drink too? putting toothpaste in your mouth is enough to brush your teeth. Thats a bit harsh. I cant believe I heard something like this from someone who only eats pineapple pizza. For the first time, I almost lost myposure and started a fight. Cheon Yu-seong continued, whether he was aware of such feelings or not. I dont know since when, but I have always fought on the same side as you. Its funny. In the past, whenever we encountered someone, we would first point a knife at them. I know. It just happened to be like that. Many things happened. Even when your life is at stake. Even when you have to prevent the destruction of the world. Even though this guy grumbled, he was always by my side. Now, she was just as natural a member of the Goinmul Corporation as Ellis or Teresa. I n to continue to help you whenever you need it. Not for you, but because if we are to survive, we will have to conquer the top of the tower. but. I wont be with you at this event. An opportunity to showcase your victory in front of many people. Cheon Yu-seong had no intention of blowing up what might possibly be thest war of stars. Partzitz. A sharp and sharp energy bloomed. Go, go, go! An unfamiliar and terrifying spection was conveyed through Jinhyeoks skin. It is not the existing genius. The unique magical power based on the Chuhon Sword was never of this type. But does this make sense? ording to Moorimsmon sense,pletely overturning the existing and learning something new is impossible. Although new things could be added, it was impossible to change the fundamental roots themselves. The only way that has a chance is no way. you? Jinhyuks eyes dted rapidly. Now I understand what happened. Ill see you at thepetition. Be sure to survive and reach the top. Theres no way you can lose to these idiots here. Rattling. Cheon Yu-seong drank the liquor in the under-rocks ss in one go. And without any hesitation, I turned my back. Cough, cluck. I pretended to be strong even though I couldnt drink, and getting into trouble was a bonus. *** One day before the mainpetition. Jinhyuk and the rest of the members gathered in a huge facility built by the association. From what I remember, the Star Wars or something is supposed to start tomorrow, but has the schedule changed somehow? Ellis, wearing jeans, ck short sleeves with arge logo on them, and a snapback, tilted her head. The fact that he is even chewing bubble gum makes him feel like an American hipster. We werent officially invited, so we have to y the preliminary round today. Ordinary yers must pass a test to qualify for the main event. It was a result that strongly reflected the organizers will not to involve dogs or cows in the war of stars. The number is quiterge. Teresa looked around. No matter how small you count it, thousands of people. Of these, only 10 to 20 people can participate in the main event. Thepetition rate alone would literally be like picking a star in the sky. of course. Among these, you can probably count on one finger the gems that are truly useful. Where can I find prey worth copying? Jinhyuks eyes turned quickly. Through the Eye of Gluttony, we scanned each person one by one to find talented people to ce in the infinite library. Right then. [From now on, we will guide you through the preliminaries.] The huge electronic disy board hanging in the center blinked. There is no special moderator. All they can do is provide guidance in a rigid writing style. Write. The treatment was also very Jinhyuk tasted bitterness in his mouth. Having seen how luxurious and meticulously cared for the rankers who participated in the main event, I couldnt help but feel the gap even more. [Because there are too many people, we agreed to choose the most efficient and simple method possible.] [From now on, please form a team with the members you think are the strongest and most solid. The number of team members must be at least 3 and up to 10.] [The moment team members are selected, a badge with the same symbol will be awarded, and the battle will continue until thest 20 people remain.] [ However, taking the opponents life is not allowed . This action is strictly prohibited and no one will be held responsible for any injuries suffered by individuals.] Battle royale style. This is definitely a more convenient method for the organizers. This would be the worst method for a challenger who is surrounded by enemies on all sides and has to fight a fight that may never end. If there are 3 to 10 people, there is no need for all members to disperse. Cheon Yu-seong was moving separately, but everyone else was nning to form a team together. however. huh? An unexpected person caught my eye among the challengers. How did he get here? Jinhyuk unknowingly failed to store his magical power. Chapter 700 Episode 700. War of the Stars (2) Tsutsutsu. A faint magical power flowing from the body. Usually, those who are strong beyond a certain level can control their presence and take advantage. This is to be able to move freely from external attention by preventing unnecessary revealing of ones presence. However, due to embarrassment, Jinhyuk lost hisposure. As a result, his presence was discovered by the other person. shit. I make all these mistakes. Oops but it was toote. Because someone who had already noticed was approaching. Hehe. It was here as expected. Ive been looking for it for a long time. A cute boy who smiles innocently. A returnee who fought in Yotleam Gorge not long ago. It was Pain von Adel. The worst swordsman who returned from a dimension full of swordsmen came here because he was obsessed with winning a game that had not yet been concluded. You You? The members who were with me were surprised. This is because physiologically, I felt a strong sense of rejection towards the other person. Multiplebat abilities were about to be activated in less than a second. At that moment, Jinhyuk intervened. Its okay. That guy. It doesnt look like he wants to fight right now. Are you okay, contractor? Hes dangerous. I know. Ill tell you, so dont make a fuss. There are a lot of eyes watching. Tsk. I understand. If the contractor says that, theres nothing we can do. Ellis reverse-summoned the half-pulled skewer. The blood drops scattered and the storm that was about to break out calmed down. Only when the situation calmed down were we finally able to have a proper conversation. How can you get out? Jinhyuk asked as if he was amazed. Even intermediate powers can only move to other floors by consuming enormous items and magic stones. Moreover,ing out of the tower is such a burdensome act that even they have to risk the rise and fall of their power. But since it was done by just one individual, it was bound to be absurd. I paid enough expenses. Even so, I have a lot saved up. Adele grinned. Then he added one word. And the back of the force I cut down all the top leaders of the appropriate mid-level force and took their ce. Even as he tells the bloody story, he still looks innocent. This gives me even more goosebumps. Theres no way managers would approve of such a temporary solution, right? That part is okay. I also killed one of the mid-level managers who tried to argue with me. The other person I was with also kindly decided to help me, so at least there wont be a problem this time! Ah my head started pounding. Not since Casey and Jude Law had I seen such a crazy person who did what his instincts told him to do. Still, Adelesing here isnt just a pain in the ass. Its useful. This guy. In many ways, it is a long term that has sufficient value if handled well. There was no need to tell you that your abilities were great. Eye of Gluttony had already revealed every single detail about Adele. [Pain von Adel] Level: 315 Unique Spear: Hundred Ghosts Night Journey Unique Ability: Willow Tree Sword Skill : Lv37 Swordsmanship Creation Lv35 Crazy Concentration Lv 35 Fortunate Eating Lv 35 Yuumbo Other than that, there are too many skills, so they are put into a put aside state. Copy conditions: Not to be stronger, but to cut down the strong. The boy grew up climbing many great mountains. An obsession bordering on madness. If you arrange a one-on-one match with the person that Adele most wants to fight, you can copy one of his unique spears, unique abilities, and skills. (However, the opponent in this fight must also enter the fight with sufficient fighting spirit and achieve satisfactory results.) A fight without regrets. To copy Adeles abilities, a considerable sacrifice(?) was needed. At that moment, a person who could be sacrificed without feeling any guilt came to mind. Now all you have to do is provide a suitable stage and motivate them to fight. Jinhyuks mind began to fill with evil ns. What you want is natural, right? Yeah! Hes the best swordsman in the world, right? Thats right. Kya. Ive never seen anyone as good with a de as he is. Ive never seen one before. I thought he could even cut down the moon? Hmm. That much? Yeah. It might be hard to believe. But why would I tell a lie that would get caught right away? Then what about you? From what I saw back then, it seemed like you didnt have average skills either. I specialize in using guns and magic rather than cold weapons. At least his sword skills are a few levels higher than mine. Im no better at using ws. Oh, thats it. A genius swordsman. The natural ability to wipe out enemies from all directions is truly the highest dignity in the world. Jinhyuk looked at the sun floating outside the window and looked filled with emotion. As if to say that there is only one sun floating in this world. It looks like its worth cutting down! Thank you! After finishing speaking, Adele immediately put her hand on her waist. Pachichik! With a lower center of gravity. Sparks rising. This crazy guy is nning to kill everyone in the exam room. At least one of them must be Cheon Yu-seong. Wait a minute! If you do that, you cant fight Cheon Yu-seong. His abilities are a little special, and he can only show off his true skills when conditions are met. Dont you want to cut down an enemy who cant do his best? . He paused. Adele reacted to Jinhyuks words. What I want ispetition, not hunting. One wields a sword for the thrill of oveing the danger of life and death. Its such a delicious prey that Ive been waiting so desperately for, but I cant just let it go. Then what should I do? got caught. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth twitched. I know the way, so join us in thispetition. Its what you want. Im the only one who can make it happen. The best strategy in any transaction is gaslighting. There is only one thing that can be saved. The key to selling it is to put thorough pressure on it so that there is only one person. Even seasoned second-hand dealers wont get caught easily but this guy is abat enthusiast who spends all day fighting with swords. It is not a waste product that has been worn out in the fierce blush market and second-hand world. And as if to prove that prediction. Promise. Keep it. Adele had no choice but to take this tempting bait. *** [Party selection has beenpleted.] [A total of 1,268 teams will be formed.] [Each team will be awarded a badge symbolizing the team, and depending on the number of badges collected, they will have an advantage in the next main event. Applies differently.] Jinhyuk, Ellis, Teresa, Wolyoung, and even T-Bone and Frey, who wore human skin using bast face balls. With Adele joining these six, a total of seven people were formed in the party. At most three teams among these. All the rest are eliminated. We must go in. Just participating in the main event will change your life. I invested all my money for today. I will destroy it all. A sharp war of nerves continued here and there. As the countdown to the start of the game reached 10 seconds, tension reached its peak. From a close enemy? Or start with the guy who looks strong? Or should I make the most of it and preserve my stamina and magical power? The confrontation continued with each having different strategies and thoughts. And finally. [3 2 1 Start!] The game has begun. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa Kwa-kwa-kwa! As soon as the status window disappeared, a fountain of blood spurted out. Kwaaaaak! Aaaahhh! Adeles remains spread out in a terrifying trajectory. The rule is not to kill. Therefore, there were no deaths, but those with deep cuts on their limbs were clearly in no condition to continue the fight. I dont even know where or how I got hit. Stop it! That crazy guy At first, I tried to fight back. There is only one enemy. His actions of attacking everyone indiscriminately and indiscriminately are not blood, but arrogance. This means that it is inevitable that it will soon be crushed by the overwhelming number. however. Kukukukukukuku! The fire did not die out, but instead burned more intensely as time passed. Kick! What are these guys theyre so slow. Perhaps as her body rxed, Adeles speed and sharpness became even fiercer. Hey! Its a monster. Its impossible. Jump out. Its a test, and you have to excel to survive! Now the situation has turned around, with those who were trying to fight running away. Kakagagak. The des are cut off and the armor is torn into pieces. The fishy smell of blood announced the beginning of the festival. My lord. Wolyoung frowned. The difference in skill is obvious to anyone. Even though the situation was fully in hand, the overly cruel finish aroused disgust even among the same team. Thats a bit harsh, Ellis. Jinhyuk nodded toward Ellis next to him. Youre asking me to waste the great mans magic on such a trivial fight. Doesnt the contractor have a conscience? You were singing about wanting to go to the Maldives. Ill take you there. [Unique Spear Gaebyeoks Revtion Blood Express is activated!] [Due to the protection of the zodiac, the skill is given an additional invisibility effect.] Before I could hear the answer, an area made of blood unfolded. Cocktails and lobster should be unlimited. Kukukukuk! The immense gravity weighed down the entire stadium. Pfft! Even Adele, who was running wild, could not bear the weight and stopped walking. Of course, it would be embarrassing to even talk about what happened to the rest of the yers. [Team A-15 was eliminated.] [Team B-22 was eliminated.] [Team F-7 was eliminated.] Elimination messages appear countless times. About 10 minutester, only a small portion of the total was standing in the stadium. *** World Federation of Awakened Associations. I was confident that the War of the Stars held by the most prestigious and powerful group would be the most important event in climbing the tower. Therefore, we nned to select participants in the preliminaries as rigorously as possible. but. What happened? What the hell? Oh my god The test, which was expected to take more than 6 hours, ended in less than 20 minutes. If it was arge-scale melee, it would be understandable. If thousands of people fight simultaneously, it can be done quickly. The ending didnt make any sense at all. However, being wiped out by just one person was something thatpletely destroyed existingmon sense. The employees who were monitoring it couldnt leave the scene for a long time. They just stared at the screen nkly. It was because they had forgotten what they were supposed to do. How long had it been like that? Aflick, the senior monitor agent, pped his cheek with his palm. Request all the information on that person immediately. Collect the profiles of the remaining members who passed and report them. We dont have time, so within an hour! There are nearly 20 people, so it will be a bit rushed to conduct a detailed investigation. You can update the restter. The important thing now is participant number 1772. Following Shuette, another monster-like rookie appeared. The boy who was attacking suddenly got down on one knee, but if that was a movement to use a mental or magic wide-range skill, It made sense. In the first ce, the magical power responses of the remaining applicants were all at an average level. No one stands out in particr. Aflics gaze turned to a former Korean BJ named Kang Jin-hyuk. As expected, he only had a short and insignificant career that could only be exined as luck. There was no record of any insignificant performance after the appearance of the Tower of Ordeals. Still, a bridesmaid I think it will be enough to fulfill its role. Fuel for a dazzling star festival, thats enough. Chapter 701 Episode 701 War of the Stars (3) Theyre like cockroaches. Seo Jeong-hee clicked her tongue after receiving the report. I did it just in case, but as expected, I rose to the top despite the extremelypetitive rate. Thanks to the rampage of a yer who participated under the name of Adele, the rest were able to rise to the level of fishermen. Anyway, Im lucky. I never thought Id win the main event ticket to the Star Wars just because we were on the same team. The same goes for surviving the Swingbat mercenaries. There was no doubt that he had an amazing item that greatly increased his luck. Seo Jeong-hees gaze turned to the side. Standing there were rankers stolen from the American Titan Guild and the Korean Dangun Guild. Itspletely different from Swingbats mercenaries. All of them were highly skilled people with experience in conquering the top ruins of the tower. How can we handle it? Seo Jeong-hee asked as if seeking confirmation. Then, a sound ofughter rang out among the rankers who were waiting. As you said, the only thing you need to be careful of is Adele. At least the team will be destroyed as the main game begins, so it wont get in the way of dealing with Kang Jin-hyuk and the rest. Jang Bo-kyung. He started out as Dangun, but is currently the main dealer of the American Titan Guild. It looks like Director Seo Jeong-hee has a lot of things to do with those guys, so well take care of it cleanly. If we cut them up into small pieces and throw them to the bottom of the deep sea, we wont even be able to find their bodies. Despite her cute and youthful appearance, the wordsing out of her mouth were surprisingly cruel. [Jang Bo-kyung activates her unique ability Duty of the Ocean!] Bogr Bogl. As moisture gathered in the air, many water droplets were formed. The power to manipte water freely. The power of a wide area dealer that most rankers are reluctant to fight was revealed without filtering. The rest of the rankers nearby also added a word one by one. Just make sure you get paid. I will handle it neatly and without any noise. Ah, before we deal with it, we need to clearly find out their rtionship with Dreadlore. If I just kill them, my position will be very awkward. You know that, right? Dont worry too much. There is no chance that ordinary people will be able to withstand our torture. Jang Bo-kyung once again reassured Seo Jeong-hee. okay. As long as there are 0.1% of humanitys rankers whose skills have been proven, there will be no surprises. But why? Seo Jeong-hee could hardly shake off the anxiety that was sticking to her mind like a piece of gum. *** First day of the main event. The ce where those who received invitations were thrown was a huge, artificialbyrinth. [Survive and reach the next stage.] [Thebyrinth hides various items necessary for survival as well as extremely rare items found in the tower.] Jinhyeok looked through the list of rewards scattered throughout thebyrinth. It recorded some of the internal information obtained by Kiyov and Ivankovic. There are about 392 types. Among them, you must obtain the three that are marked separately. Arces Golden Reins. Beeswax of the Itklur Desert. Red Legion Ant Pheromone. I never thought this would be here. Jinhyuk quenched his appetite. I was already looking for items that were essential in the war against Eden, but wasnt there something on the reward list that couldnt be obtained from the coin exchange? The most desired and top priority items are hard to find even in the tower, but the three items above are of a type that can be used as substitutes. I also have to create a conflict between the Titans and the Dreadlore side. You wont be as bored as you think because you have to take care of Cheonyuseong, who may attack at any moment. Considering that we had a fight with the gods and ancient beings, this event was just a kind of resting time. However, it was not something to be taken lightly as various interests and rewards were intertwined. This means that a delicate approach of its own is needed. Jinhyuk looked at the endlessbyrinth. well made. It isparable to the interior of the tower. [Currently, a 7-star space distortion barrier is spread within the facility.] The size of the facility itself is less than 500m, but the barrier has expanded its size to hundreds of times its actual size. And the numerous stars disyed within it indicated the difficulty and reward attractiveness of each location. Then where are we going to start from? If possible, I want us to tackle the most difficult ce! Teresa asked Jinhyuk. Unusually for her, her whole body is constantly shaking. It seemed like he met Gabriel before this event, but he seemed very confident after that. Like Cheon Yu-seong, he must have had a pretty rough time. Teresa also has a bit of a cute side. Trying to be stronger so as not to cause harm to others. Like a child who cant wait to show off his new powers. When I saw their eyes shining so brightly, I couldnt help but smile. Its not far from here. [3 stars C Great Temple of Ramses] It is a ce modeled after Egyptian mythology. Two of the items I was looking for were asleep here. the problem is. There is a relic of the dark blue grade, which can be said to be the most attractive in thisbyrinth. A treasured sword made by mixing half Adamantium and half Orichalcon and then smelting it using the water of the River of Eden. There is even a special effect called Michaels Prayer that is indispensable when discussing divinity. As long as there is an item that is extremely difficult to obtain even at the top of the tower as a reward, everyones attention will inevitably be focused. Since the lord is with us, it wont be a problem no matter how entangled the flies are. Crackling. Looking at it earlier, it looks like it can be cleaned from about one of my ribs. Wolyoung and T-Bone showed confident fighting spirit. joy! The level is falling. The probability that there is someone among the rankers who can deal with us is 0.000192%. huh. There is also our noble queen and the strongest homunculus, so the level ofpetition is meaningless. Yeonhwa and Taemin will move towards the elder Yoo Cheonyoung, so we can just resolve the issues at hand step by step. After deciding on his purpose, Jinhyeok moved to the Great Temple of Ramses. How long did it take to walk like that? After passing through quite rough terrain for several hours, we began to see our destination. Buzz, buzz! Rankers and yers from numerous guilds were already gathered at the entrance. As expected from being a popr attraction, it boasted the fiercestpetition in the beginning. Wouldnt it be difficult to go in from the front? I agree with what Teresa Sozer said. Seeing that there is already a stabbing going on, I dont think they will just give us a way. Of course, we can press ahead, but there is no need to leave room for them to get caught. I agree with what the two said. There is no need to take a risky route. If it is this size, there will be several side roads other than the front. Moreover, fortunately , the entire event location is made of barriers. Its not like throwing a trowel in front of an excavator. When ites to barriers, regr yers cant keep up with this body. Even if all the worlds greatest geniuses rush in. Woooo! [ss-specific characteristics are activated!] The barrier masters As the power unfolded, it began to delve into the core of the barrier that embodies the entire Great Temple of Ramses. Several spider webs and shields were ced with care, but Jinhyeok escaped as if he wasughing at it. No, where was that? He passed through the barrier. While doing so, he touched some parts andpletely changed the characteristics of the barrier. I dont know, but it was certain that the associations employees, who detected the abnormality a few hourster, would be put on high alert. I found it. Jinhyeok said on the west side of the Great Hall. He pointed to a nearby ce. At first nce, it was a part of amon ruin with various ancient paintings painted on a wall covered in granite. But after a while, Jinhyeok arrived there and ced his hand on the surface of the wall, and a strange thing happened. .First the snake. I pressed down on the snakes fangs and slowly pulled it toward the tail. Then the picture moved as if it were alive. Thats right! [The Serpent of Ouroboros opens a new door.] Game developers like this kind of thing. .Anyway , idiots never escape their stereotypes. But its worth praising them for twisting it one more time and setting up a trap. Even if you happen to find the Ouroboros hole, you cant just go in. To be exact, its structured so that you fall into a deeper trap as soon as you enter. Jinhyeok, grinning, stretched out his hand toward another picture on the wall. Several bird shapes. Among them, when I touched the wings and beak of a bird made of white granite, numerous birds suddenly jumped out from the rock and expanded the size of the Ouroboros hole. Thats enough, Jinhyeok nodded. But the moment they entered the Great Temple of Ramses. !? . Jinhyuk and Ellis simultaneously felt a strong sense of heterogeneity. This ce was obviously artificially created. But why It feels the same as when I was inside the tower. Are you a beggar? Contractor. A very faint sense of difort that is difficult for others to sense. But Ellis, who has lived in the tower for eons, and Jinhyeok, a worn-out old man, picked up on the subtle difference. This is Its not Hyundai. *** What kind of prank was they ying? I dont know who yed the prank and for what reason, but they created a huge mess. Connecting Hyundai and the Tower of Trials in the same space means that they have influence and wealth beyond imagination. Because it meant that there was. Should we consider it a type of Outbreak? No. Most people are not even aware of it, so it should be seen as a much more high-level and sophisticated method than that. Whatever it is, there is no more light entertainment. I dont know what floor it is, but you have to act as if you have entered one of the towersbyrinths. . [The me of the Beginning is activated!] Roaring! The me lit up the dark passage. The dark temple slowly revealed itself. Something is strange. Teresa was a step toote to realize that the air inside the temple was strange. I realized it. Wolyoung, Frey, and T-Bone also slowly went inside while maintaining their tension. Just then. Kakaakakang! Kaaaang! Kwaaaaaa! Fight! You cant be pushed! Healer! Dont rest and put heels on! shit! The tanker line ahead is copsing! Run the deal cycle without stopping. Only by securing this path can we take a breath! Shouts and screams could be heard not far away. As if a fierce battle was continuing, magic power rushed in mercilessly. Shall we go back, master? Wolyoung tried to figure out a side road. Acting alone . Due to the nature of Jinhyuks preference for food, he decided that he would not necessarily go to ces where there was amotion. Normally, he would have done so. But now, an unexpected variable has intervened. In order to extract maximum profits and reduce risks, he went a little further than usual. I had to make a different choice. Chapter 702 Episode 702. Labyrinth Temple of Ramses (1) It was true that I was nervous, but I thought it was half a festival. In any case, unlike the tower, your life will not be threatened. but. Damn it. That was a mistake. From the moment I entered the main temple,munication with the outside world was cut off. The real-time broadcast also stopped working and I waspletely isted. If it were just that, it wouldnt have been a big problem, but the worst situation came after encountering monsters. Monsters that were thought to be fake and made of holograms began to target the raiders withplete reality and hostility. Perhaps due to a bad bnce patch, the power of each monster was also beyond imagination. Coo! Another person fell. Not only was he out, but he actually lost his life. In less than an hour aftering in, about 30% of the total power disappeared. At the very least, we must prevent other yers from entering here. Like a moth jumping into a fire. No matter how many peoplee in, they just die out meaninglessly. I thought it would only be worth it if there were at least five rankers in the top 100 of the 7 major guilds. If the initial difficulty is this high, we may need EX-level transcendents. Damn it. The scale of thebyrinth is beyond your imagination. It waspletely unknown how much stronger monsters would be infested here. I give up here. Everyone go to the entrance and hold out until helpes. Hamilton made his decision. Yes? Ha, but. I was the first to get in here, but if I give up here, Ill never have a chance to join the first team raid again. Its difficult, but theres still a chance. Because there was such arge reward at stake, everyones steps were not easily lost. Are you really going to die because of the main attack? Dont you all feel that the situation is strange? You have to stay alive to have another chance. Although it was part of the Titan Guilds 2nd raid corps, the raid leader, Hamilton, was a raid leader with the senses of a beast of his own. Fortunately, his engineering team members trusted the words of the engineering team leader more than their own greed. The worries didntst long. All right. puck! When its over, lets all have a drink of vodka together. I dont think wine or beer can relieve my sore stomach. Once the order was given, the attack force maintained a defensive position as much as possible and secured a retreat route. Keeeeee! Keeeeee! Mummies with long, torn mouths. Cursed monsters spewing contaminated blood from their mouths have increased the level of pressure. Unlike the guys we defeated 10 minutes ago, the new enemies that appeared were so strong that even A-level yers had difficulty guaranteeing victory. Cough! Wow! Mason! Hang in there just a little longer. little bit more! Cheeeeeek! Acrid smoke rising along the ground. As the acid umted from spitting out, the space to step on gradually decreased. The advantage of a well-organized raid group has long since disappeared. Now its not easy to retreat. furthermore. From the moment a being in the shape of a rotten wolf appeared, any hope of escape disappeared. Kukukukukukuku! The air changes suddenly. In the cold, frozen room, there was only the smell of death. Krrr The wolf holding a ck book and a ck staff began to emit ck shadows one after another. Go, go, go! It feels like the skin itself is burning. You can feel it from far away. Thats apletely different level. It was natural that he was named, and he possessed the strongest power among the monsters he had ever seen. Just watching with red eyes shing in the dark must be a kind of entertainment. If you step forward, there wont be any variables at all. shit. As the point approached where the damage exceeded the healing capacity of the healers, Hamiltons face turned an earthy color. Its over. Just when I thought so. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! A strange thing happened. A ray of golden light swept across the battlefield. I will join you. A pdin radiating divine power. It was Teresa de Laurencia. A promising ranker from a famous family. Although his activity decreased noticeably after the Amsterdam outbreak, he was so brilliant in the beginning that he was someone everyone had heard of at least once. Is it Ji-won? Thank goodness! Its a pdin! Cheers erupted from everywhere. Now that there is a job that boasts the highest efficiency against undead monsters like mummies, there is bound to be hope. But the joy didntst long. Is that the end? Only about six. The number of people andposition that did not even have the minimumbination was embarrassing to even be called a raiding party. This would only increase the number of corpses instead of providing help. However , [Teresa has the unique ability Star Protection] Activates!] Kukukukukukuku! The golden crossesing through the ceiling were not enough for just one pdin to hold. Kieee! Kieee! The golden mist falling indiscriminately. Hundreds of mummies werepletely evaporated. Everyone watched Teresas battle in a daze. All senses were focused to one side. In order to capture each scene in their minds. There was only one thing. The named monster, Corrupt Priest. Except. . The corrupt priest who had been watching the whole time felt Teresas presence and wriggled his hands. Unlike the ants that just y around and then trample on, an enemy worth moving and dealing with has appeared . Sigh! ck vapors raged wildly. Teresas divine power disappeared in an instant, and its ce was filled with cursed gases. Indescribable magical power gathered in the dark red energy at the tip of the staff. Right then. In the heat of the moment. Our excited saint just left it like that. Are you ying with me? A strange human appeared in front of the corrupt priest. It was a climber with ck hair and a pair of daggers. It is a characteristic of you humans that you cannot understand the subject, but it is absolutelyughable. I never thought that only one person would try to fight this body. [The corrupt priest activates Ancient ck Death!] Kwakwakwakwakwakwakwa! Light made of ck particles erupted towards one point. Although the range is much smaller , The power alone was reminiscent of the ck Dragons acid breath. Sorry, since I only fight with strong guys, I think I might be a bit poor at controlling my strength. Jinhyuk smiled brightly and lightly swung the dagger. [ck Moon Night (ҹ) is activated!] The rushing light and the ck crescent moon collided at one point. ? At the same time. Hamilton, who had fallen in love with Teresa unterally ughtering the mummies, came to his senses btedly. Thats right. As for the named monster!? The mummies are not important. The most dangerous one was that monster in the shape of a wolf. Before it moves in earnest, we need to prepare our stance and defend ourselves, focusing on Teresa. This level of divine power. A pdin who could handle it might have been able to survive until the main armys support arrived. However, the most problematic wolf was nowhere to be seen. Instead, he said, Nice to meet you. Maybe its because desert travel is all the rage these days. You end up encountering more people than you think. Jinhyuk slowly walked out from the shadows. There was a named monster in that direction. How could ite from that direction? Named? Jinhyuk opened his eyes wide. Thats right. Its a fearsome beast that can wipe out an entire raid. We had almost given up on escaping because of that monster Well. Was there such a person or not? I dont remember if there was a special threat. Except that I picked up a strange staff on the way. *** After a storm passed, I went to find the advance party that I had not heard from. Each guild dispatched an additional raiding party made up of rankers. The justification was to check on the fate of their precious colleagues, but in reality, the reason was that they had to obtain the rewards in the Great Temple no matter what sacrifices were made. The seven major guilds gathered like that . The raiding party. The raiding party that came in scatteredly was able to easily find the surviving advance party inside the temple. And of course, the dead body corporation and Jinhyuk who were next to them. You bastard! Dreadlores ranker Mayer immediately attacked Jinhyuk. He approached. It seemed as if he would pull out his sword at any moment. Jinhyeok caused the entire guild to fall into the middle of the typhoon, so of course he was bound to be angry. The Dreadlore rankers who followed him were also spewing out ferocious murderous spirit. You impersonate us so fearlessly. The way you want tomit suicide is also novel. When I think of all the hardships I went through because of that bastard Ill drink a lot of it. Sling! m! Various weapons were drawn. Since allmunication with the outside world had already been cut off, whatever happened inside would be subject to an unwritten rule. Youre temperamental. Jinhyeok clicked his tongue. Anyway, its typical of newbies to be fascinated by what they see right in front of them without even knowing what the current situation is. No. But should I say that they have taken off their newbie t-shirt at this level? Anyway, we exchanged the first greeting and started a conversation. I think we should do it. It was when Jinhyeok was trying to sneak a nce at T-Bone and Wolyoung. Thats hard to listen to quietly. A lot of magic power intervened along with a familiar voice. Chuck. Swoosh. Hes so good at detecting presence. Because he had saved it, he didnt really notice it until he got close. They knew who we were and intervened Mayer paused as he spoke. It was because the person who started the argument was no ordinary stranger. Takeshi. With his ability to read the future, he saved the country every time Japan went through a crisis. In particr, he performed brilliantly in the Afandos habitat raid with the current top ranker, Shuette, raising the profile of the samurai guild. [Named] Even though three monsters, a gate guardian, and about 70,000 ants were wiped out, there were only about 20 victims.] [Thanks to the samurai guild, we were able to conquer the three most difficult routes with the least damage!] [The great man who saved humanity ! [The heros biography revealed] The press and media alike praised Japans achievements and Takeshis judgment in turning the absurd into reality. As a result, the samurai guild solidified its position as one of the seven major guilds. No one dared to do so. Cant be ignored. It has be the strongest martial arts group in the melee world. If you talk any more recklessly, we wont stay quiet either. Takeshi growled. Then the Dreadlore rankers looked at each other as if they were troubled. No matter how serious the crime of impersonating them was, an unnned conflict with arge guild was bound to be burdensome. Even more so if it is a samurai guild full of fierce swordsmen. You say? Hey, what should I do because this is a waste? I really wanted to fight, but I really cant help it. It was an added bonus to feel heartbroken over Jinhyeoks death. Chapter 703 Episode 703. Labyrinth Temple of Ramses (2) Cuckoo! Magic and magic collide. A breathtaking confrontation followed. Tsk. Mayer bit his lip. Takeshi, who is holding on like a mountain, and Jinhyuk, who is in the samurai guild, are literally a picture piece. Unless you take a huge amount of damage, you will never be able to break through. If thats the case. Ill just point out realistic aspects and tell you which side is reasonable to choose. I dont know what your rtionship is with that guy, but is it important enough to quarrel with us? The war between the seven major guilds alone foreshadows a massive war of attrition. This means that no matter who wins, the harm will be greater than the benefit. Mayer tried to dig into that point. but. Of course. We will protect him, even if it means giving up everything we have. Takeshis will was firm. And the rankers of the Samurai Guild who followed him wholeheartedly also did not show any hesitation. If you want to fight. I will ept any amount. ck energy gushing out steadily. A tangible blue bet spread throughout the samurai guild. It is in fullbat readiness. Lulla. As I look at Jinhyuk humming a song, I feel like my stomach is twisted and twisted. That said an all-out war against the samurai guild goes beyond the authority given to him. There was nothing he could do here unless Master Gray came in person. Anyway, what the hell is that guy? Mayer gave an expression that he couldnt understand. An unheard of yer who has never been noticed. However, big names like Takeshi and Teresa keep crowding around. Wasnt the new rookie called Adele also involved, coincidentally or not? It was something I couldnt understand withmon sense. It must be a coincidence. Just in case, I asked a detection yer to detect Jinhyeoks magic power. Of course. Twice, just in case, three times. Even though it went through verification after verification, the results did not change. At the very least, I will definitely finish this within this main shrine. Mayer, barely able to control his emotions, snorted and turned around. In the first battle of momentum, he lost his tail. How were you? Takeshi approached Jinhyuk. A correspondent for Goinmul Corporation who is dispatched to Japan. Although it was only half-future vision, this guys abilities are useful in many ways. He actually became a hero of Japan. Thanks to you, Ive avoided a headache. Nothing much to say. If they are a hindrance to the work of the great Godhead, I will have to deal with them. Ah now that I think about it. Takeshi still knows me as one of the main gods of the tower. In fact, it is difficult to say that the actions shown so far were made by an ordinary yer. Keuhum! Thats what Im telling you. huh? I am so sorry to ask, but could you tell me at least a part of your great will? Although I am a worthless human being, I would like to be of help in any way possible. Takeshis waist was bent to 90 degrees. This bastard. People will look at you strangely if you grovel instead of simply helping. Your role is limited to that of an apostle of justice who prevents bullying of newbies. Calm down. Straighten your back first. When I say it in a nice way. Straighten it right away. I wont stop until you allow me to. No, I cant stop! Takeshi fell to his knees on the spot. It looked as if he wouldmit seppuku. Of course, when Takeshi, who was the leader, looked like this, the rest of the samurai also knelt down on the spot. Boom! Boom! Kuung. ! It was quite a rare sight to see hundreds of elites doing the same thing. Thats because samurai were not inferior to anyone when it came to honor and pride. Ah, I understand. Wake up! Please. Now I was almost begging. You promise are you saying that? Yes. I already needed a talented person to take on a very important task this time, and now that I think about it, I think you might be the perfect fit. Its so important Takeshi cried, as if he was ovee with emotion. Ever since I first met Jinhyuk, I have been struggling to be stronger. To be a loyal follower recognized by one of the towers absolute powers, rather than just one of many members. And the rewards of that effort are finally starting to bear fruit. I will perform my mission with my life! Thats right. Ive written down what I need to do here, so just stay away for a little while. There is no wide-area aggro like this. Go around the neighborhood and advertise that you are my subordinate. Jinhyeok raised both hands and feet in response to Takeshis frustrating personality. still. This gives us one of the best cards avable in the current situation. *** Synchronization of the tower and reality. Loss of contact with the outside world. The difficulty of thebyrinth is several levels higher than expected. All of these variables peaked the vignce of the yers who entered the Great Temple of Ramses. Based on the information received so far, it seems that we must secure the Book of Light and Book of Darkness that exist in the middle and interpret the clues in them to enter the deepest part of the temple. Explorers who travel through ruins andbyrinths ahead of the raid to find key clues to the strategy. This was the result of what they had risked their lives to find out over the past few hours. What about after that? Im sorry. I guess Ill find out what happens next after I secure the book. No, thats enough. Then, shall we split into two teams and move on? Shuja, one of the 7 major guilds. The ck Panthers, made up of warriors from the African continent, also participated in this raid. Then let us take charge of the Book of Darkness or something. We dont need help from others. Gather the rest of the weak and go find the Book of Light or something. Mayer moved to one side of the fork in the road. OK. Then I guess I should go this way too. Jinhyuk quietly joined him. Didnt this bastard hear what I just said and say that we would move on our own! Its not like you chartered this ce. Isnt it up to you to decide where to go? Or are you afraid of moving with me? If thats the case, Im going that way. I trusted the samurai guys and continued to bully them, but I can make them regret it. Dont worry. Those guys will move in the opposite direction of me. A separate mission was entrusted to Takeshi. Youll be so busy looking for ingredients that you wont have time to help. It looks like youre really crazy about wanting to die. Thats good. Youll have toe with us especially. A faint smile appeared on Mayers lips. Unless there are samurai. This is because, at most, a group of six people could be annihted in 10 minutes. And so the dangerous journey began. ??? I heard its really fun to watch. Schuette looked at the screen and nodded repeatedly. Stagnant Water Corporation. Although it was a small group, it was creating the biggest storm in a war of stars filled with medium torge guilds. Not only was he the one who caused an all-out war between the Dreadlore and Titan guilds, which were enemies, but he also created a series of situations thatpletely copsed the existing interests. They are troublesome people. They have been quiet ever since the tower appeared, but then they suddenly appear and cause great chaos. Fernando Botero ranked 52nd overall. He is a freely affiliated ranker who does not belong to arge guild. I was simply fascinated by the charm of an absurdly strong man named Suetra and was with him. But right then. A deep sense of difort was felt on Schuettes face, who was smiling as if she was having fun. Shoo Mr. Ette? Boteros mouth opened nkly. This is because part of Schuettes face, which should have been made of soft flesh, was transformed into an indescribably grotesque shape. I guess its because I was so excited. I made a mistake. Schuette still looked at Botero with a smile on her face. [The ancient gaze overwhelms the target!] Kukukukuk! Offuh? The purple tentacles that he could not dare to disobey wrapped around Botero. Thick, wriggling suckers were sticking to the flesh. Its a shame. Still, I could have handled things morefortably if I had you by my side. Schuette. No, Nyathotep suddenly took out his staff. Please save my life. Im sorry, but it might be difficult to listen to that. The tip of a wand twitches. With that. Puff puff puff! The human body was crushed beyond recognition due to the enormous pressure. Blood spurted out like a fountain and filled the floor. Anyway, this is a bit twisted. Schuette clicked her tongue while looking at the screen. The original n was to create an anomalousbyrinth, corner humans, and emerge at the end to be a hero. The purpose of thispetition was to make people realize that variables that cannot be understood by human standards can continue to ur in the Tower of Trials, and that only they can solve them. It is a no-frills n. It was also perfect for delivering a fatal blowter on. The only variable is. Is there stillpassion? Jinhyeok, who haspletely erased his existence from humans using the spring of forgetfulness, is actively intervening. He must have be disillusioned with humanity and changed his course to achieve his own goals. However, he was taking the trouble he didnt need to by saving people. Just look at how they approached the attack team led by Hamilton. And even though they could have killed all the witnesses, including the kid named Mayer, just looking at them made another n. Hmm. An excited moan flowed from Schuettes mouth. Although it was not possible to know right now how this would work in the future. I was confident that if designed well, it would create a quite interesting version. But right then. Pachichik! A red crack appeared in Schuettes room. You were here. Ive been looking for it for a long time. Gray hair down to shoulder length. Likewise, she was a woman with cloudy eyes. !? Immediately, purple tentacles shot out. The moment an unauthorized person enters, a defense mechanism is activated to immediately tear limbs apart. But just before the tentacle touches the slender womans body. Suddenly! The purple des cut through the tentacles. This is a pretty annoying customer. Without an invitation. A bitter smile flowed from Schuettes mouth. It had to be that way. Because the other person was one of the people I least wanted to encounter at this point. Chapter 704 Episode 704 Labyrinth Temple of Ramses (3) Elder God. Although it is not asrge a force as the Outer Gods that Nyathotep belongs to, it is the only force in the entire Tower of Trials that can fight against the Outer Gods. Due to their noble and cautious nature, they have been extremely reluctant to intervene in the tower from the front until now, but due to one incident, their general principles havepletely changed. Patter. Severed tentacles fell to the floor. I knew you were wandering around the tower. Well, since he was such a curious person, I thought it was possible. Countless des appeared in the womans hands. Each one possessed ridiculous magical power equivalent to a high-level unique ability. But fooling around outside the tower. Doesnt this vite the agreement we made? No matter how much time has passed. Nyathotep. Theres no way you could have forgotten that. under! Pretending to be stubborn until the end. Be honest and dont bring up agreements that are gathering dust. Because its disgusting to hear. Nyathotep struck the ground with his staff. Kukukukuk! Then a several-meter-long crack covered the entire space. Slurp slurp! Along the crack, tentacles so thick and iparably thick as before began to crawl out. Necronomicon. Didnt that book eventually fall into the hands of a third party and allow you, who were trapped in the pit, to climb out? You disgusting Elder God, Sibuckal. At Nyathoteps words, Sibukkals smile grew even deeper. Tsk tsk. thats right. We are finally able to break this terrible bnce. For peace? Or to seek bnce or harmony? Its all bullshit. The reason the Elder Gods remained silent beyond the horizon was simply because their power was significantly insufficientpared to the Outer Gods. But if I could get my hands on the Necronomicon I could make up for my shoring and aim for the next one. For that to happen, I guess Ill have to get you to stop messing around here. You wont be able to do anything with that incarnate body, so I rmend that you just give up. The number of des increased more and more. The entire space that stretches out into the ancient realm shakes. but. Nyathoteps face didnt change much. Instead, he raised his index finger and gently ced it on his lips. Please call me by my name, Schuette, not by that name here. There are many eyes to see and many ears to hear. More than anything. The Elder Gods are nothing more than noisy, uninvited guests at the banquet hall they hold. [Nyathotep activates his unique ability Night Walker!] The shadows stretched out one after another. So much so that itpletely obscures the countless shining des. It means you dont intend to take it easy. Sea Buck Curl also exploded all at once without concentrating the overflowing magic power. Kukukkukwakwakwakwakwa! Purple sparks colored the entire field of vision. like that. A battle has begun between the ancient gods. *** Thats stupid. Dont you know that they are openly targeting you? It would be a mistake to refuse even the samurai guilds protection. I was a little excited because I had won the right to participate in the main event, but it seems like I had no idea. Well, I didnt achieve that on my own, but it was thanks to someone named Adele. The rumbling sound got a little louder. Because I thought Jinhyuks choice was no different from suicide. Just one person. Except for the man with ck skin and a long spear. Nkrumah, a high ranker of Shuja, one of the 7 major guilds. Among them, he was the only top yer ranked in the worlds top 100. Thats strange. Unlike his wandering appearance, he seemed to have the spirit of a wild beast Everyone wasughing, but in Nkrumahs eyes, Jinhyeok felt a bit different from the stones scattered on the road. Is there a reason why they are hiding something? Jinhyuk did not argue with his decision. There was no reason to irritate Dreadlores yers, who were already very angry, by starting here. The attack force, which was divided into two, moved quickly to find the Book of Light and the Book of Darkness respectively. This way. How far down did we go following the explorers guidance? A huge empty space appeared in front of everyone. An eerily quiet silence enveloped the raiding party. I dont think there are any books in a ce like this, do you? Jinhyuk kicked a stone that was lying on the floor. The rolled stone bounced for a long time, but did not reach the other end. The book should have chosen the third uphill rather than the second downhill. When you see someonee to the wrong ce even though they know it, dont you think its usually a sign of serious dishonesty? Tsk tsk. Thats why Im always so tired. I dont understand, but what youre saying is that after killing all of you, I brought you here to find the book on our own. Hey. Seeing howme you are making excuses, it seems like a good idea. Well, I understand bro. Ill be embarrassed in front of the kids. This bastard! One of the Dreadlore yers, who had not heard of it, threw out a memorization. Buuuuung! Ugh? Jinhyeok was startled by the ax that flew without hesitation and swung his sword carelessly. Kaaaang! Somehow I managed to stop it. But the direction changedpletely. To a ce no one expected. Pow! Keu eon? The roughly spun ax hit the chest of another yer who was watching while giggling. The blood that spurted out instantly soaked the floor red. stick. This happened before the healer could do anything. Anderson! The Lord is dead. Cruel bastards. How do you kill your own side? We also have a kid simr to you named Cheon Yoo-seong, but hes almost the same level. Its the same level. Jinhyuk wrapped his arms around her shoulders and shook off the chills. What bullshit! I died because of you! I was just defending myself. He was the one who threw it. People die from axes thrown as a joke. I hope this opportunity will serve as an opportunity to deeply feel and reflect on the mistakes you have made. done. If we keep talking, we will only lose. Ill just clean it up. Mayer took out a 2m long long sword from subspace. A ranker who boasts outstanding skills in interpersonal battles among the Dreadlore guild. Moreover, because of his tendency to kill people so cruelly, he was given the nickname Butcher. My lord. Rattle. master. Order. Wolyoung and T-Bone took a step forward. no. Dont lose your strength and just stay there. Are you trying to deal with it directly? no. There is no need to step forward right now. Jinhyeoks eyes turned to the darkness behind the Dreadlore. There is no way such a huge space exists in thebyrinth without reason. I dont know who was pranking me, but the design of thisbyrinth reflected the settings of the existing Tower of Trials in a surprisingly simr way. Although it is my first time here, it is said that it is somewhat predictable. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! It was at that moment that a loud noise rang out. Kaaaaaaak! Aaaahhh! A sharp scream followed by a fishy, bloody smell stung the tip of my nose. Master Mayer! Whats going on! Mayer, who was about to swing his sword, hurriedly turned around. There was a huge insect with four legs. Keeeeee! Huge size, reaching about 10m. The two scythe-like legs were covered in the blood of the yers who had just been cut down. [The named monster Shareke awakens!] [The queens special effects and the colonys additional buffs ovep!] [The stats of all yers here are reduced by 10%!] A red status window appears one after another. The sudden appearance of a named monster was a misfortune among misfortunes, but the worst part was not the appearance of Sharake. Colony area. This is the word that yers least want to encounter. Because the end was unknown and bloody melees often broke out, the damage was unpredictable. I hope its not too big of a colony. Mayer shouted, almost begging. Clear the view! Yes yes! Grumble! Several fireballs rose up, lighting up the surroundings. What I thought was a wall until now was filled with countless holes measuring 30cm in diameter. No way Oh no, right? Despair became a reality. Even at a nce, there was no doubt that it was a top-level colony. This means that it would be difficult for an attack party of only 100 people tost for an hour. Tsutsutsutsu! Chichichichit! Scarabs with green outer shells began to pour out endlessly. Oh itsing! Get your formation in order! shit. We have to hold on somehow! Stagnant corporations are no longer a problem. To survive. And you should focus all your attention on securing the books and joining the rest of the guild. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! Magic and various skills were concentrated and a full-scale battle began. Still, as expected of an elite attack force from arge guild that has experienced its fair share of mountain warfare, the tank formation reliably supported the first line. Do you have any thoughts? I think it would be difficult to just hold on. We have spread our news to other parties, but it will take a while for support to arrive. Kiyov and Ivankovic each spoke a word next to Mayer. Thanks to their credit for being the first to discover the collusion between Jinhyeok and the Titan Guild, these two were able to participate in this raid as Mayers closest associates. The current situation has already been ryed to the person who went to retrieve the Book of Light. However, he also didnt have much time to spare because he was fighting another named monster. They say that if they remain here, they will only be isted and annihted. You cant do that. I dont want to be killed. Mayer bit his mrs as he watched the insects rushing around like crazy. How did I get to this point, but I couldnt face the end in vain in a ce where no one recognizes me. Then. Listen carefully, everyone! All you have to do is create a way to live. I will lead a detachment to find the Book of Darkness. It may be much more dangerous as it has to be done in small numbers, but this is the only way for everyone to survive. Ill risk my life too, so you guys should do your best to hold on! This is my final order as themander of the engineering unit. By adding a usible justification. *** Hmm. Are they going to sneak out on their own? Jinhyeok, who was watching Mayers actions, chuckled. I watched leisurely, trying to predict how he would deal with this situation, but Mayer proved that his character was at an all-time low by making the worst move the engineering team leader could make. Then I guess Ill have to go out with a personality that matches him. The first assignment I got through Takeshi. Jinhyuk took out a small box made by his craftsman. Sweet. The lid was opened. Inside was an old key with an engraving of a foxmonly seen at Japanese shrines. [Use the Great Tribute Key!] A sacred relic that allows only those with a benevolent rtionship to use one of the items stored in each others treasure trove. There is a condition that you must have owned the object before, but it is quite a useful item. Other people may not know. For me, that is. Ugh! A crack appeared and a familiar ce appeared. [The target is Rick Hennessys Personal Collection Archive.] Infinite collections have appeared, upying a ce in the great library. There were plenty of rare items that ordinary yers would never see in their lives. And the one I chose among them Chapter 705 Episode 705 Labyrinth Temple of Ramses (4) A half-human, half-beast with a cold yet beautiful appearance appeared. Why me? This is the monster that terrified countless warriors in Greek mythology. It was Medusa. Medusa, whose tail was pping, tilted her head at the sudden external summons. Clearly, the other person is the person who captured him alive and sold him to a man named Rick Hennessy. However, it was absurd to suddenly find myself again after a considerable amount of time had passed. how have you been doing? Jinhyuk bit his lower lip with aplicated expression. Then he added one word. Ive been wrong A tone dripping with regret and regret. Its like a conversation with an ex-lover. ? Medusa looked like she was talking nonsense. Either way, Jinhyuk continued. Actually, I felt a lot of pain after sending you to Uncle Rick like that. We had a lot of memories between us, right? What kind of bullshit is that? All I remember is that you and I fought to the death, and then you cowardly trapped me using that barrier. Dont pick on every little thing. Lets only talk about good memories. Anyway, I want to give you my freedom once again to correct the mistakes I made back then, but before that, I want you to help me just this once. Medusas resting ce was lined with stone statues. I will bring back the days when I freely collected collections. freedom. Like Pendariel and Martial Spirit, Medusa was also bound to be sensitive to that word. Especially if youve been trapped in Ricks treasure trove for a long time. What do you want to do? We dont have time, so we have to decide quickly. I will tell you why the mighty warriors of Greece trembled before this body. [Medusa epts the brand of me.] Chiiik! A bright red brand engraved on the skin. Good. The corners of Jinhyuks mouth turned up. The fraudulent ability to turn an object into stone by simply looking at it was not only too useful, but also fraudulent. More than anything. It was encouraging that since he had been branded and had be a divine beast of this side, he could upgrade his abilities as much as he wanted. Jinhyeok immediately called upon his abilities from the infinite library. [The unique ability Mentra Taming is activated!] [Consumes 5 top-grade magic stones.] [Medusas basic ability increases by 200%!] Cuckoo! Medusas body overflowed with new magical power. [Medusa activates her unique ability, Petrifications Magical Eyes!] h h h! The bodies of the insects that came into view began to turn into stone. Keeeeee! Keeh! Desert bugs with high physical resistance but low magic resistance were helpless against the unfamiliar petrification ability. furthermore. What is it? My body turns to stone. Kwaaaa! The curse of petrification is not limited to bugs, but is also devouring the yers of Dreadlore. The attack team, which was overwhelmed by insects alone, suffered serious damage due to Medusa that suddenly appeared from the side. Due to Medusas tendency to attack at random without distinguishing between enemies and enemies, appeasement did not work. What on earth are you doing! Im not saying we should all die together! Dreadlores main healer, Emily, screamed in agony. Who tried to kill us first? Jinhyuk shrugged his shoulders. Since when were we colleagues? There is no need to stab yourself in the back. Because they had made an implicit promise to bite each other whenever they saw an opportunity. While the petrification was in progress, a gust of wind blew through the defenseless yers. Sylphid. Collect everything without fail. huh! master! Silphid flew around and snatched some of the items the yers were wearing. The items these kids own are obvious. It is highly unlikely that they have any holy relics that can help them fight against the primordial gods or the higher gods. However, there were some who had items needed for some strengthening orter in the war against Eden. [You have acquired the Fragment Piece of Aldebaran.] [You have acquired the Unknown Trumpet.] [You have acquired the restoration set of Andiana Johnson!] Jinhyeok ces the newly acquired items in a corner of the subspace inventory. It was stored well. Arrangements for work in the distant future. It will be after a long time that these things begin to shine. Still, they are absolutely necessary. Hmm. Anyway, what I got from this event was more than I expected. I felt a little sad. Still, its destined to be a statue anyway, so having something like this would be useless. Well, it wouldnt be a bad idea for some people to lift the curse of petrificationter and ask for a bigger price. Whether you turn to stone ore back to life. All that awaits those here is hell. If you turn us all into enemies, it will be difficult for you to be safe. Emily pointed to the bugs and their leader, Queen Sharake. Koooooo! At the sound of Sharakes loud roar, the petrification that had been urring on the insects began to loosen. No matter how deceptive Medusas abilities were, they were not enough to ovee much higher level named monsters. You dont have to worry about that either. Jinhyuks eyes turned to the two subordinates next to him. Sreung. p! Wolyoung and T-Bone, each with their weapons drawn, stood to the left and right of Jinhyuk. From now on, we are going to chase after this guy named Mayer and secure the book. Can I leave it to you? of course. Rattle! Its a long-awaited fight, but all it takes is catching something like the Bug Queen. Its a little disappointing. master. Ha ha ha ha ha. Are you crazy! Even if you all attack, it wont be enough. I just trust the two of you Huh? Huh? As Emily spoke, her eyes became distorted in shock. [Major of the Shadows. Wolyeong releases his magic power!] [Grand Death Knight T-Bone releases his magic power!] Kwakwakwakwakwakwakwa! An unimaginable storm swept over the entire nest. Kiiiii? Crick, creak!? The bugs that were eating the yers stopped moving. Go, go, go! This is because even his unique belligerence disappeared in an instant due to the overwhelming fear that eroded his instincts. . Sharake also unconsciously increased the distance by more than ten meters due to the momentum of Wolyoung and T-Bone. Please dont worry. Rattle. I will organize it right away and be waiting for you. Wolyoung and T-Bone bowed to Jinhyuk. *** Same time. This is the worst. Whew. I dont know whats going on Officials from the World Awakened Association, which hosts thepetition, were also on high alert. A stage created with great care and a virtual space realized through dozens of simtions. It was only a few hours ago that I became convinced that I would not tolerate even an inch of variation. but. Something happened that destroyed everyones confidence in one fell swoop. yers who entered the Great Temple of Ramses continue to disappear as if swallowed by a ck hole. Large guilds sensed something unusual and sent ate contingent, but they too were unable to return for several hours. Viewersints and concerns have already exploded a long time ago. The association was put in a position where it had to wage an all-out effort to find out the truth about this disaster ande up with countermeasures. While the advance forces of severalrge guilds disappeared from the Great Temple of Ramses, a rescue team was hastily formed to rescue them. One of them was Cheon Yu-seong, who was acting alone. At first, I tried to suppress it with a threat disguised as a favor but what are these people like? That was a miscalction. Parts! A sword that burns so hard that it hurts your eyes. No, this was not sword power or anything like that, it was sword strength that left no room for doubt. Isnt that also a level of purity that has never been seen before? Coo! dump. The associations employees who had gone to ask for a favor all fell to the floor. Among them, there was also a ranker reaching AAA level. Why should I go somewhere like that? I have things to do. The tip of Cheon Yu-seongs sword extended forward. There was a determination not to tolerate even the slightestpromise. You can be a hero who saves countless people. And of course, the association will promise huge amounts of money andpensation. No, if you help me, I can give you a nk check. The association employee continued speaking in confusion. This is a time when even one hand is missing. Cheon Yu-seong, who could easily suppress even rankers, was a target that must be captured. No matter what conditions are presented. be not interested in. Cheon Yu-seong cut off even thest suggestion with a single sword, then turned around and continued walking. ha. The associations staff lowered their heads in response to such a resolute response. Characters presumed to be colleagues were also found to be in the Great Temple, but given that they were going separately after the main event started, there would be no sense of camaraderie. Still, just in case, I would like to ask you onest question. Including Jinhyeok Kang, who is waiting for Cheon Yoo-seongs help. Standing tall. Cheon Yu-seongs steps stopped. Kang Jin-hyuk is in there? Did it work not. yes! youre right. Jinhyuk Kang, Teresa, T-Bone, and Wolyoung are also locked up. I read one by one the personal information that the association staff had ascertained. Because this is such an emergency situation, it is unclear whether thepetition will proceed further. In other words, the person who ys the biggest role in this Great Temple of Ramses may be the winner of thepetition. Actually thest chance. Not only will he win thepetition, but if he can rescue those trapped in the temple in front of all of humanity, he will be able to prove that he is above all yers. Guide me. To that temple or something. Cheon Yu-seong turned around. *** Ta-da-da-da-da! While Dreadlores raiders fell victim to their bodies. The main force of the guild, including Mayer, Kiyov, and Ivankovic, rushed to their original destination. Run without looking back. In any case, the survival probability of those abandoned in the bug colony is 0. You must focus all your attention on securing the book at a time when you are swayed by the trivial emotion of pity. How much is left? Huh. omg! soon! Were almost there! The explorer eximed while taking a deep breath. As soon as the words were finished, the dark passage changed color and a room decorated with obsidian appeared. Even at first nce, it doesnt seem unusual. A room decorated in all sorts of ancientnguages. The ck smoke rising between the cracked obsidian was also extremely ominous. It looks like there are a lot of traps. Mayer swung his sword like lightning. The de crossed the passage in a long path. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! Waves made of ck powder intersected dizzyingly on both sides. The crescent moon made of sword energy was torn to pieces. I dont think I can just go on my own. Is there a way? Well The explorers hesitated and looked at each other. Maybe if there is enough time. They were not the main explorers of each guild. Coming up with a strategy right away was impossible at their level. Right then. Thats really fast. The most unpleasant voice rang out from behind Mayer. Chapter 706 Episode 706. Book of Light, Book of Darkness (1) Sreung Mayer drew his sword as if there was nothing to see. How did you know it You came so quickly even though there was no guide. The Dreadlore rankers who followed him also showed hostility. Just two people. Except for Kiyov and Ivankovic. . . He hesitated. The two people took a step back little by little, as if they were afraid of Jinhyeok. They instinctively decided which one was more dangerous. Insolent creatures As the de was pointed at her, Ellis eyebrows arched into an inverted shape. The intention is to wipe them all out at once. Jinhyuk stopped Ellis. Woah, lets calm down. What would be more foolish if we lost our original purpose while fighting among ourselves? In order to escape from the Great Temple of Ramses, securing the Book of Darkness is the top priority. This means that since the rest of the guilds are also struggling to obtain the Book of Light on the other side, public and private matters should not be confused. Master Mayer. How about using it as a meat shield to break through these guys traps? The main healer, Chloe, whispered into Mayers ear. It already looked like a pain in the ass. If there are people willing to be victims instead, less blood needs to be shed on this side. Mayer put away his half-drawn sword. Because Chloe had a point. Okay. Lets put up a united front together. Good idea. Then let me give you your first task. That book you see over there. Go and bring it to me. Mayers finger pointed towards the altar in the innermost part of the room. The Book of Darkness was ced in the palm of the ck skeleton. I feel a little offended by themand group, but as a person in charge, I will understand that. However, this path is structured so that only two people can pass through it safely. Wow. You sound like you know a lot about traps. Do you know anything about how to conquer thebyrinth? A question posed casually. Hmm. I guess I know the best out of all of them, right? The reason I was able to party with Teresa and Adele was all thanks to this talent. Jinhyuk scratched his chin. Then, Mayers eyes suddenly changed. surely. The fact that an insignificant person cane this far means that he has some talent. If it was thanks to the explorers unique ability, everything so far had been correct. And as Mayers head rolled, the corners of Jinhyeoks mouth couldnt help but twitch. No problem. Did you just throw out these words without any preparation? All build-up had already beenpleted. [The unique spear Labyrinth Creation is activated!] [The barrier priests unique characteristics are activated!] [The unique ability System Maniption is activated!] A deep understanding of the special area called Labyrinth and interference with its target. The power to recreate. When the managers special abilities were added, an invisible change urred in the room. Only Jinhyuk can notice. These were the basic parts of the trap, but no one could recognize them when looking at them from the outside. good. Even if its impossible to get your hands on a book at all. I was able to y around to suit my taste. Should we try increasing the difficulty level first? [Glyph of Chaos] [Glyph of ck Rock] [Glyph of Resentment] [Glyph of Hatred]. And even the [Libra Symbol] that was corrupted through system maniption. A total of five options were presented. Depending on which ancient rune you choose, the content written in the book willpletely change. Normally, just getting the book isnt a bad reward. In the first ce, if you only look at the strategy points of the Great Temple of Ramses, there is no need to overdo it. but. If these conditions are met, it would not be a bad idea to take some risks rather than aim for safety. The significant strengthening of existing forces also yed a significant role in the decision. It seems like Teresa also got something from Gabriel. A primordial being. The guy called that guy. Or maybe some other third force intervened. No matter who was ying pranks, I wont let them get their way. Jinhyuk slowly took a step. And without any hesitation, I ced my foot on the floor with the most ominous-looking pattern on it. Sleep yers screamed without realizing it and closed their eyes tightly. This is because I clearly remembered how the ck powder moved a little while ago. However, the trap that was supposed to be triggered remained silent. Its true. I know about the trap. Unbelievable. If you do this, the story will be different. There was a strange look in everyones eyes. If you just follow Jinhyuks words, you will be able to reach the book without any sacrifice. However, they did not notice at all. What Jinhyuk chose was the bnce pattern that goes beyond the existing one. The reason the trap wasnt triggered right now is simply because there was no need to do so from the beginning. Of course, those who didnt know the reason just giggled and started going deeper into the inside where the books were. and. It didnt take long for the leisure they had had to disappear. Ugh! Suddenly, ck mes erupted from a distance along with a bright light. Use a shield. It can be any type, but it must not be a fire type! Pfft! In response to Jinhyeoks warning, Mayer immediately sent a signal to the rear. Among the long line of Dreadlore rankers, one took the lead. Oooooh! With a loud shout, a tanker-specific shield was unfolded. [Armored Castle is activated!] Ill look after you! Chloe, the main healer, supported the tank by casting multiple casts. Hmph. Its not a bother. On Jinhyeoks side, Ellis unfolded a tent made of blood. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! In an instant, ck mes engulfed the entire passage. When the storm thatsted for over a minute ended, the ground sizzled with extreme heat. However, like a lie, those behind the shield did not suffer even the slightest burn. The shield also didnt have any cracks. However, before there was any relief, a second trap was triggered. Blue thorn des appeared one after another. Divine power! What? You have to use 6-star or higher divine power to deal with it. Anything else is useless. Damn it. If I suddenly say its divine power Pdin or Priest are not thatmon professions. Moreover, the requirement for 6 stars was too high. Even Chloe, the main healer, only specializes in healing. Because there were no divine skills. Dreadlores only priest hurriedly summoned a golden sword. Immediately, two ck des flew in a circle. Kukukukukukuku! It was 2m long and possessed both speed and weight to create a piercing force that hurt your ears. Ill take care of it. [Teresa activates Praying Angel!] Centered around the shield golden wings spread out. Wow! The de struck by the dazzling divine power bounced off and lodged deep in the ceiling. On the other hand. Come on! Kwazijic! Kaaaaak! The sword made by the priest on the Dreadlore side split in half the moment it hit the de. Naturally, the priest behind him could not avoid the fate of being cut in half. [A noble sacrifice was offered.] At the same time as one person dies. A small amount of red liquid filled the ss bottle above the book in the distance. It is an insignificant amount that can be seen with the naked eye. It would be especially difficult to notice now that traps are being activated so frantically. This time its ice attribute! Jinhyuks shouting followed by the sound of a trap being activated. So two or three people. As we moved forward, the number of victims increased. The amount of blood filling the ss bottle also increased. Now the distance has narrowed considerably, so I can clearly see the change with the naked eye. No way Was it something like that? Everyone realized at the same time what this meant, even though they didnt say it out loud. There have to be more and more victims for that ss bottle to be full. Only by filling the ss bottle can you finally get the book. *** Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! The space created by hundreds ofyers of barriers and multiple dimensions literally turned into a wastnd. There was no end to the holes dug here and there. This is proof that incredible power collided with power. Youre still like a rat. ??? ??! Sibukkal retrieved the des. They prepared every possible move and attacked like a storm, but were unable to inflict fatal wounds on Nyathotep. still. I purposely made sure to get the reward I came for. Patter Nyathotep slowly rose from the debris. He was covered in wounds here and there, and half of his body was sore from burns and poison. This is a shell that we put a lot of effort into, but it doesnt seem to be enough to fight you. The problem is the arrogance that they always reign at the top. The fact that they only prepared such an incarnation meant that they werepletely unprepared for us. Enough of the bone-hitting words. If you think that my gentle demeanor willst forever, you would be sorely mistaken. Creepy. Sibukkal felt the chill in his bones. No matter how much he cannot demonstrate his full power, Nyathotep is the one who has seen and experienced the most among the primordial beings. This means that if the situation arises, they would have prepared at least one move that could overthrow the board itself. The only reason we dont do that is because the harm is greater than the benefit. Because Sea Buck Curl also came here after urately seeing that point, the fight between each other continued as if it were obvious. Nyathotep, finally letting go of his anger, let out a long sigh. But I guess I have no choice but to admit that I lost this time. I couldnt lose the body of Shuetra here. Because all ns could only be realized through Chouette. At least here, I have no choice but to buy things. the problem is. This is about what should be given in return if the hero of humanity named Shuetra cannot be used in this event. There must be a good reason why Seabuckall went to such lengths to stop him Nyathotep, who was lost in thought for a moment, slowly opened his mouth. I see. You saved the Apostle. You came to help that Apostle y an active part in this matter. Each myth can enter into an apostolic contract, which can be said to be their agent. Of course, Outer Gods and Elder Gods were also included in that category. haha. I wouldnt have guessed that in the main event where yers are fighting each other, there was an apostle who was sponsored by the Elder Gods. Its like a tiger lurking where wild dogs y. Imend you for being the one who noticed it now. Id like to, but you probably wont get another chance. All the ns were already interlocked as precisely as gears. The only thing left was a choice. The Elder Gods were nning to issue an ultimatum to Kang Jin-hyuk, who took the Necronomicon. They obediently gave the book to themselves. Will he sacrifice himself and be a faithful chess piece? Or will he be forced to turn over the book and be killed? Nyathoteps face was grimly contorted. The Elder Gods, who had made up their minds, were going to do this behind their backs without even realizing it. It was because I didnt expect that it would be happening. Right at that time. And apart from this, I can give you a third option that will be helpful to both sides. The third option? Yes. From what I heard, it seemed like I was being swayed by a strange person called that man, but I felt ufortable that an unidentified mortal was interfering with the decisions that should be made by the rulers of the great 50th floor. Ancient beings should be objects of reverence. . It means that they have to set causality, issue orders to administrators, and maintain order in the tower. Thats what Nyathotep thinks as well. If youre forming a temporary alliance to get rid of him, please let me know at any time. 50 The battle for supremacy of the floor will be a storyter. Before that, there will be no need for each other to be each others enemies to eliminate the arrogant hyenas. . Nyathotep stopped at the suggestion that caught him off guard. In the flowing time. Slurp, the figure of the sea buck curl disappeared into a wisp of smoke. Chapter 707 Episode 707 Book of Light, Book of Darkness (2) Now everyone has noticed the rtionship between the amount of blood in the vial and the victim. Of course, it was after the painful loss had urred that it was too painful to notice it now. You bastard you knew everything, right? Yeah. What? Someone has to die to get that book! And how dare you choose us as your victims! Thats a bit harsh. I can only break through the trap. Other than that, I dont know the detailed conditions. Besides, Im sacrificing people. For someone who usually cant even kill an ant. Hmm! Shut up! Stop using that innocent tone! Mayers eyes were red and bloodshot. Lets go! A sword wind swept through Jinhyeoks neck. But Jinhyuk had already disappeared from the spot. Aaaah. Be scared. Call the police. Police! Jinhyuk made a fuss. The fact that it stuck to Alices back like a gumball and caused her to shake was an added bonus. Right then. Tiring! A red status window shed in front of everyone. [Road of Pilgrimage does not recognize sacrifice between those who enter together.] Unfortunately, there is no point in yers killing each other in this game. The offering means that only the blood shed by the things in this passage and room is acknowledged. Wow. After looking at the status window, Mayer managed to calm his trembling hands. At first nce, the blood in the ss bottle has not yet filled 1/4 of it. This means that at least 70% of those here must die. A situation in which each and every person bes important, even if only to survive. So fighting among yers was nothing short of crazy. Be patient, Mr. Mayer. There will definitely be a chance to kill that bastard. Just get your hands on the book. The yers of Dreadlore tried hard to stop Mayer. i get it. Lets skip it this time. Instead, since the damage has been so great so far, we will stand behind this time. Mayer tantly took a rear position. He insisted that if the next victim were toe out, it would of coursee from Goinmul Corporation. And Jinhyeok, who was looking at that scene, had a hard time holding back theughter that was bursting out from inside him. Why is it so obvious that I think this way? It is said that humans instinctively want to hide behind other groups when faced with a crisis. There is nothing wrong with that statement. Yeah, sure. Jinhyuk shrugged his shoulders and took the lead. Hmm. Uncharacteristic of a contractor, he is quite obedient this time. Even after hearing such words, he obediently takes the lead. Ellis muttered in surprise and patted her feet. Get ready to run. what? Because its just the beginning. Ice fragments made of cier sculpture wereunched from Jinhyuks fingertips. A chunk of ice the size of a thumbnail hit the part with a pattern simr to Anubis. Right at that moment. Kukukukuk! The bnce was lost and the entire passage began to tilt significantly. Ha, is it a trap? Damn it. Whatsing out again this time! Its okay. No matter whates, theres plenty of time to prepare. Yes. Because there are people who will take care of you in front of you. However, unlike before, the ce where the trap started was at the very back. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! Quaaaang! The ground I was standing on fell straight down. Wow! Run! Run forward! Footrests disappearing at an incredible speed. In order to survive, I had to move forward as quickly as possible, even if it was only for one minute and one second. Naturally, Jinhyeok and the rest of the members, who were located far ahead of the Dreadlore yers, were able to escape the trap with rtive ease. [cier sculpture Frost Field is activated!] Glimpse. Jinhyuk scattered frost powder on the floor. There was no warmth to be shown to the scumbags who tried to stab them in the back whenever they got the chance. *** Kukukukuk! As soon as I managed to escape, the passagepletely disappeared into darkness. Half of the survivors. Of the elites that I had carefully selected, half of them lost their lives. However, without any time for anger and mourning, the next traps were immediately triggered. p! Shake! When life was detected, the frozen statues on the left and right began to move. He who seeks the treasure of the great Pharaoh. You will never be able to escape from this room. Ancient soldiers holding whips in both hands stamped their feet roughly. [The Army of Darkness looks at the sacrifices to be offered to the Pharaoh.] Scorpions and cobras made of obsidian targeted the raiders from all directions. There is no ce to retreat now. The worst thing is that even if we gather our strength and fight, we cant even do it because we are losing our hats. The worst structure is that you can only survive if someone dies. Therefore, instead of cooperating, I had to hope that my colleagues next to me would die. Of course, the tanks paid attention and did not try to take the lead. Healers also conserved mana and only used healing on their own injuries. You idiots! What on earth are you doing? Let them fall, not us! But, even if they all die, we still dont have enough numbers. Instead, I dont want to die while working out! I dont want to waste mana either. A bond that quickly copses in the face of survival. If they had been Dreadlores main attack force, the story would have been different, but it was unreasonable to expect iron-blooded loyalty and unity from the half-baked elites made up of the second army. [The first person to obtain the Book of Darkness will be given an additional item to create a gate that can move to a specific space.] Because of that status window, I was confident that I could survive as long as I held on. . What a fool! When a strong person dies, the amount of blood increases. Then we still have a chance Mayer tried to prevent the raid from copsing somehow, but it was already toote. Kwasik! Flutter! Crack! Oh my gosh! The number of yers decreases rapidly over time. On the other hand, there was no damage to Goinmul Corporation. Protecting the royal family hm? The warriors receiving the Pharaohs protection stopped in front of Jinhyeok. [Currently, Sanctuary of the Sun is activated in this area.] [yer Kang Jin-hyuk is under the protection of Egypt from a higher power.] A strong scent of the same kind. No, it wasnt just that level, I felt like I was receiving overwhelming trust from a very high-ranking person. furthermore. Jeez! Although they were merely beings who silently performed tasks for a purpose, they could not help but pause at the energy flowing from the body of the man in front of them. Even if all of them attack, they have no chance of winning. It didnt even take one second to make that decision. In the end, the soldiers targets were those that were weak and easy to deal with. Keeeeee! Koooooo! Aaaahhh! Damn it. When is it going to end? Screams and shouts mingled in one ce. How long has it been like that? Finally, blood filled the ss bottle to the top. done! Now! The few yers who managed to survive ran towards the ce where the book was ced. He was a tank who always defended himself behind a shield. The man who reached the book first stretched out his hand like a swallow filled with water. Hahaha! Im first ce! And I read the text without even having time to catch my breath. I finally caught Poppy, who bit me and ran away. The dog gum will be confiscated for the next year Huh? The man who was reading a book tilted his head. No matter how you look at it, the content was far from the Book of Darkness they were looking for. When I checked the coverter, I noticed an old cover with the words Diary of Cheon Yu-seong, ss 2, 5th grade written on it. Before I knew it, Jinhyeok had changed the book. While everyone was scrambling to survive, there was plenty of time to make fake altars and books. Jinhyuk waved the book painted in ck as if showing off. Did you want that that much? As sister items, we also have the diary that Alice wrote when she was a little girl and Teresas private kindergarten diary. Of course, the parties involved may have no idea that their diaries have disappeared. Right then. I knew how to pull that kind of prank. Mayer, who was constantly looking for an opportunity, moved like lightning. Kwakwakwak! The de passed exactly across the back of Jinhyeoks hand. Ouch! Jinhyuk frowned and let go of the book he was holding. Mayer flew at extremely high speed and grabbed the book just before it hit the floor. *** Exciting! Exciting! Exciting! Heart beating fast. Mayer widened his distance from everyone as much as possible and went to where the wall was. Only after my back touched the wall and a safe distance was secured was I finally able to let out the breath I had been holding. How much trouble did you have to find a way out among stupid things? How much trouble did you have to go through to set trap after trap, expecting that a guy named Kang Jin-hyuk would use some additional trick? All that waiting process has finally borne fruit. Mayers hand touched the cover of the book. As if numerous engineering team members had been wiped out, an ugly and foreign energy was emanating from the book. Thats a difficult book, can you read it? I strongly rmend that you leave dangerous items to experts. And lets all escape this hell together through the gate to the outside. Jinhyuk gave advice from afar. Of course, this is just bullshit and a trivialint from a loser. There was no reason to listen to such things since I had special skills to interpret these ancient artifacts. Mayer snorted and read the words written in the book. Itsredal Ramion? What is this? however. Before I could even read a few words, I realized something was wrong. [You have read the Necronomicon.] [The targets mind copses.] The purple and blood-red status window blinked. A book is a book. only. Its just apletely different type. Off AAAAAAH! Mayer screamed at the top of his lungs. Since I read the darkest and most abstruse Necronomicon without any preparation, I was bound to face terrible consequences. Youre so unlucky, too. The only part that can be read with the Interpretation skill is the very front part. Even if you read it, do you even read that part? If you had opened the part written in an ancientnguage, you wouldnt have been able to read it at all. After all, its not for nothing that people say that good fortunees only if you live a good life. No. From my point of view, Im just thankful. Thanks to this licorice-like y, I was able to obtain additional rewards. [Copy conditions: In order to copy the abilities of Dreadlores mid-level executive Mayer, you must read apletely different type of book than the Book of Darkness he was aiming for. You must subdue it after doing so.] [Space Strike] Difficulty of obtaining: A Contents: The fastest sword is, paradoxically, when the sword in its sheath is pulled out. In particr, when using the Space Strike, which has a range several times wider than that of a conventional sword, In this case, an advantage equal to 300% of the existing speed and distance is applied. [Copied abilities are stored in World Memory.] It is a reasonably useful ability, so I will create a higher ability through fusion after a while. Jinhyeok hummed and approached Mayer. He then retrieved the Necronomicon. Jinhyeok, who had safely stored the book in subspace, looked at the real altar behind the fake altar this time. [Number of offerings remaining: 0.8] Still a bitcking. It was because the snakes were destroyed so quickly in an attempt to deceive Mayer and the rest. Ugh Cough! Ugh. Most of them are unconscious or seriously injured and cant even control their bodies properly. Finishing off these people is bound to make you feel ufortable. In that case. [Subspace inventory opens.] Master! Did you call me? Mogiyi! Mimyoooo! At Jinhyuks call, many summoned beasts came pouring out from space. As we moved to modern times, the calling became a little less frequent, but everyone is overflowing with charm. I like it or I dont like it, but its deep. Since they were connected by a bond, they had no choice but to instinctively follow their owner. Jinhyeoks eyes turned red as he looked at the children like that. Yes. Its nice to see you too after a long time. Why did you invite us? It looks like the situation has been resolved? Jinhyeok was usually called out for battle. But this time, they couldnt understand why he had called them when everything was over. No, it was creepy Some people who had suffered a lot had an instinctive instinct. I sensed an ominous feeling. A kind of dj vu. As simr situations piled up, I read what the future would unfold. Sweet Potato and Undine were the first to take a step back. They had to run away. As far as possible. But before they could even take a few steps, there was an invisible sight. He hit the wall. Our society is very cold and difficult these days, isnt it? Jihyukughed, fiddling with the skewer he received from Ellis. The blood of divine beasts and phantom beasts usually has a higher value than that of regr yers. One person must sacrificepletely. In this situation, even the fatigue of these guys wont break the seal but at this point in time, there is a high probability that an appropriate anomaly will work. In this case, there is no need to increase the number of victims. Dont worry too much. Itll just sting a little. Ill treat you. Teresa clenched her hands. Thats right. Since we have a trustworthy healer, we wont have to worry about dying from excessive bleeding. Run! Help me! master. Im dirt. Theres no blood, theres only dust! Immediately, a cruel and pitiful scream rang out. Chapter 708 Episode 708 Hidden Snake (1) Hey, hey, Im not going to die. I wont kill you? If I keep irritating you, I could really kill you! Kwaeeeeek! I will survive. I will absolutely survive! A game of tag followed. Catching the spirit beasts running here and there was not as easy as expected. It was because everyone grew up going through all kinds of hardships. Above all, since we had been together for a long time and had seen many of Jinhyeoks attack patterns, it was not easy to create an opening unless it was a surprise attack. atst. Jinhyeok recruited additional colleagues to make the capture operation easier. Ellis. ? Dont you want to taste different types of blood? Ill give you some of the leftover blood after you donate. Please cooperate. ! For the first time, I became interested in the eyes of Ellis, who was leaning against the wall with a bored expression. That has to be the case. For vampires, blood is the source of power and their favorite food. Especially when ites to the blood of creatures that are difficult and rare to obtain, the scent and deep taste are on a whole different level. but. bothered. To Ellis, the taste of other peoples blood was not a very attractive proposition. This was because I was already fascinated by the taste of blood, which was of the highest quality. Keeee. Krrr. Meanwhile, insects continued to flock. No matter how much Sanctuary of the Sun is activated, they will not be able to stop them forever. The longer you dy, the more efficient your magic consumption bes. The burden on Frey, who was preventing insects through ying with dolls, was increasing. No matter how long the enemy was defeated, there was no reason to continue the war of attrition when the fight was already over. I cant help it. Jinhyuk took out the hidden card he had saved until the end. Ill give you my blood too. Did you promise? As if he was just waiting for those words. A red ring and a pair of wings appeared along Ellis back. The full power shown for the first time sinceing here. Escaping from Elliss domain in a limited space was nearly impossible. The blood of this noble body is not allowed. It is not allowed! Quiet. Phew! Ellis straw was stuck deep in the soft ck cranes neck. Mosquito! And only after the blood of the sweet potato, which resisted until the end, was drawn out, the ss bottle waspletely filled with blood. Kukukuk! The altar shook violently and then copsed. [You have obtained the Book of Darkness!] Difficulty of acquisition: S Content: One of the conditions for going to the deepest part of the Great Temple of Ramses. Depending on how you interpret the information in the book, you can getpletely different results. A minimum of 7 stars or an S level or higher interpretation ability is required. [The gate leading to the desired point is activated.] The desired location has already been decided. Right then. you must make a choice. Meaningful words flowed from the mouth of one of the statues. Jinhyuks steps suddenly stopped. What do you mean? You cant get everything. Your precious people, your desired purpose, and even your wish for something more. At thest moment, you will be forced to make an unavoidable choice. . Contractor. We dont have time. Ellis pulled Jinhyuks sleeve. The size of the open gate was getting smaller and smaller. If you dont get out, youll have to go back the way you came. I took care of most of the injured people. Many of them are seriously injured, but if I treat them, they will survive. Teresa piled the unconscious people on top of the golden cart. Of course, I didnt forget to faithfully fulfill Jinhyuks request to keep him unconscious for as long as possible. Cough! Kang! The number of victims falling into deeper sleep after being hit by the shield increased. . Jinhyuk stood there and looked at the statue for a moment longer. And then he moved towards the gate. Ugh! As I passed the shimmering surface, my vision instantly turned white. When I opened my eyes again, the scenery I saw hadpletely changed. A loud noise and a crowd to match. They were yers from arge guild who had met a few hours ago and then parted ways. It looks like you also got the Book of Light. Teresa was the first to sense the sacred energy. Jinhyuk nodded. Still, it looks like your skills have improved quite a bit. It seems like there are many survivors. Thats right, there are no contract devils over there, so of course ah! Why are you pinching me? Its better to refrain from saying things that might be misunderstood if someone hears them. Jim was just telling the truth! therefore. I hate telling the truth. I understand why the old tyrants beheaded their loyal subjects. There would be a lot of stress if only the sugar-coated treacherous people were left behind, so there is no reason to keep people who speak the right words by their side. Right then. I could feel the harshness of life behind Jinhyeoks back. Kwaaaaang! A sh of swords and swords urred. I can feel the will to cut it downpletely. Auror and Ganggi shed at one point. Parts! Pachichik! Sparks flying out in all directions. Meanwhile, a cold voice prated my eardrums. It was Master Gray who led the Dreadlore. If you dont want to die, get out. Laurentias shame. You cant do that. Teresa took Grays sword from the front. A deadlock ensued, but superiority and inferiority were not determined. No, rather, Teresas divine power radiated a deeper color, even if only slightly. Kwaaaaang! Gray widened the distance. . Gray looked at the faintly trembling hand for a moment and red at Jinhyuk again as if he were going to kill him. Mayer where is he? ah! The friend who handled that sword? Jinhyuk touched his palms. Then he pointed to the cart behind him. dont worry. Because hes not dead. Just reading a 1,900 gold novel made me feel a bit out of my mind. Still, thanks to Teresas diligent care, he was able to save his life from drooling. Ubeeh. Mayers pupils went nk and tried to catch a flying fly. The taste ispletely gone. It is said that there is no use in trying to hear the whole story. The rest of the guild members also seemed to have suffered a serious mental blow. I think this part is more likely to be Teresas shields fault. I understand that you feel bad because your precious subordinates were injured, but we had a hard time taking care of those injured people and brought them out. I could have just ignored it and just grabbed a book and left. More than anything, I want you to recognize that we are colleagues who must escape this hell together. Although the rtionship is hostile, they do not abandon their love for humanity. In addition, he has the ability to distinguish between public and private matters. It was obvious even without looking at who the public sentiment of the remainingrge guilds would be favorable to. but. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! To Gray, causes or causes were not important. Squishing and killing bugs that dare to rebel against him. Other than that, the rest of the things were minor. Shut up! Just pretending to be our guild and ying pranks is reason enough for him to die. Whew. This really wont work. Jinhyuk let out a long sigh and opened his mouth heavily, as if he didnt want to say this much. Actually, we tried to keep quiet for your honor, but we saved Mr. Mayers life several times. We also became quite close with your engineering team members. In the end, he said he was sorry for misunderstanding and tried to kill us. You even apologized? Lies will only stop when you die. If you live, you will continue to tell nonsense. Grays sword burned fiercely once again. Just as Teresa and Frey were about to respond, a familiar energy rose from Jinhyeoks body. Well, its not a lie. [The unique ability Space Strike is activated!] An all-too-familiar flow of magical power. Patchoux! A trajectory that cuts through the ground. Lets go! It also has a unique characteristic of three elerations as the distance narrows. These were all things that Mayer enjoyed using. I cant believe it Gray looked at the sword image engraved on the ground right next to him. Although it was only a fraction of the power and speed, it was a perfect Mayer-style attack that left no room for doubt. Its okay to say Im returning the favor, but in return, I learned the art of martial arts. Im still a beginner, so I have a long way to go before I can catch up with him. . Grays life became even lighter. He was a subordinate who did not share his martial arts skills with anyone and considered it his own pride. If Mayer had taught them how to use a sword, it would have to be said that something happened between them that went beyond imagination. so that. Right now, it is no longer possible to continue attacking Jinhyuk. *** Same time. The alliance between Beriel and Egypt fought many fierce battles and prated deep into the demon world. We have advanced by oveing three full-scale wars and dozens of local wars. I wonder how long the n has been dyed. Osiris put up an ice pack to soothe his throbbing head. Because that damn bastard stole all of our elites and ran them away. Thanks to this, we only gave the enemy more time to prepare while reorganizing. Hahaha! But doesnt everyone like that person because of his bold taste? Thats because youre not normal, Anubis. I hope you dont mistake it as normal when you see people of the same kind being attracted to each other. Each of the Egyptian gods said something one by one. No matter how friendly they are and their rtionship helps each other, no matter how much they think about it, Jinhyeok sees them as neighborhood friends rather than higher-ranking gods. It seemed like he was thinking. Well, are you criticizing my apostle? I will give you as many opportunities as you wantter, so just focus on this for now. Beriel consoled the Egyptian gods who were very excited. The entire Demon World had already been affected. A situation in which more than half of the poption had been subdued. All that was left was to capture the central city where Lucifer, the second-highest ranking demon, was located. It was not an easy task. Lucifer, who leads ancient demons and high-ranking demons, had built up thergest power for a very long time. Thats because. In fact, the reason why the huge power called the Demon World was maintained against Eden was all thanks to the existence of an absolute being called Lucifer. However, if you just eliminate that guy, you can take control of the entire Demon World. Of course, Egypt is allied with Beriel. It will also be able to exert great influence throughout the entire upper echelon. Not only will it be able to ovee the deities of the ages that are already in decline, but it will also be able to reach the dragons and monster monkeys near the top level of the tower. An all-out war against Eden. Its actually thest chance to organize internally before the process. Soon, Jinhyeok and his followers will join the upper echelons. Once the all-out war is over, no matter who wins, it will be impossible to start a war for the time being. The only way to conquer the demon world is now. What about the enemies? Beriel said. I asked Remia next to me. The maid, who was employed at Elliss home, received permission to concurrently work and participate in this war. Remia, who was dressed in her original bewitching and captivating outfit for a long time, smiled brightly. I stayed in the castle and prepared for a sit-in strike. It is an iron fortress that has never fallen before, so I guess they n to hold out. It is a fortress blessed with natural beauty that once withstood attacks from archangels for 100 years. In a typical water fortress battle, the attacking side has three times as many troops as the defending side. It was necessary, but this fortress was able to withstand a force ten times its size. Moreover, in a situation where the two powers are currently simr in strength, there would be no need to say which side would be more anxious. But, Securing the relics? Beriel still had a secret weapon that could turn this situation around. I barely got it a few hours ago. Remia carefully took out the holy relic in the box. Beriel nodded. This would be enough to create a variable that could turn the situation around. But just then. Puffpuffpuck! Kwaaaaak! Gagging!? An unfamiliar magical power intervened in the base of the alliances main gods. In an instant, a bloodbath broke out, and the demon world warriors in charge of security fell left and right. What is this about treating guests? The owner of the voice shook the blood off his body. It was not a being from the demon world. The type of magical power waspletely different. Chapter 709 Episode 709 Hidden snake (2) Zodiac sign. They are the third force that dominates the 47th floor, the top floor of the Tower of Trials. There were several closed forces in the tower, but the Zodiac was the exception among the exceptions, withmunication with the outside world cut off the most. Even if he moved just once, all he did was show up at small events that wouldnt be noticed. However, they have officially intervened in external affairs, breaking hundreds of years of impunity. Why are you? Beriel took out the ck spear Kishan. A friend who is difficult to see here has arrived. I see youre alone? No way without that monster? The Egyptian gods each said a word and carefully looked around. If its fortunate, is it fortunate? There was only one sense of magical power. The king of the Miao tribe, a member of the Chinese zodiac. Cheongha ([). A girl with long rabbit ears shook the blood off her legs. He showed off a fairly powerful fighting technique, but it was only for suppression purposes. No soldiers even lost their lives. I didnte here to fight. Im not specialized inbat. But isnt it too much to start wielding such vicious weapons? To me, who is so weak. You talk bullshit as much as you can. How can you act cute when your eyes are bloodshot and red after seeing blood? Tell me about your business. Before I turn it into skewers. Beriel took a stance as if he was about to throw a spear. Aside from everything else, it was unbearably annoying to be interrupted by a third party right before an important battle. Hmm. Are you really going to throw a spear at me? With skills that are so embarrassing that you cant even eat the entire demon world? Kwaaaaaaaa! A ck spear split the air. Along with the terrifying piercing sound, the side of Cheongha was stained with ck me. The king of the cowardly rabbits went overboard. It seems like it could fall if I hit it hard. Should I at least call a turtle from the Dragon Pce? Beriel growled. It is an undeniable fact that the Chinese zodiac rules the top floor of the tower. However, that was not because the entire Chinese Zodiac had great fighting power, but because there were two overwhelming kings. Among them, Jecheon Daeseong Son Wukong was powerful enough to kill even quite a few gods in an instant. However, if Myowang Cheongha came alone and not them, it means that she alone poses no threat. As expected, bluff doesnt work on a strong-willed demon lord. Chungha perked up her ears. Thats enough to say hello. Tell me why you came here. I dont have time to focus on anything else right now. The tower is noisy these days for various reasons, right? Ancient beings that never wanted to move lifted their heavy buttocks. So among our zodiac signs, we are trying to stop being confined to one level by ourselves ande out and find suitable allies. what? Beriels pupils grew rapidly. When Chungha first appeared, I thought she had just crawled outside to kill time. Because of the nature of the zodiac, there was never any need to join hands with other forces. But now the situation was goingpletely differently from the everyday category. Chungha continued. The problem is who to join hands with We are having a hard time because everyone has different opinions in that area. Thanks to this, there was a pretty big fight. There are kings who have be enemies to each other. The 47th floor was split. Those guys who moved together as one under the name of Son Goku. The extent to which what Chungha is saying now is true will have to be thoroughly verifiedter, but if what she says is true, it can be seen that a big variable has been created that can change the bnce of the entire tower. So the great King Myo chose us? huh. Because you are also rted to Kang Jin-hyuk. Not only our Miao people but also several other kings think the same. Not a bad offer. If only we could join forces on equal footing. Foot. On equal footing? Chungha snorted. Then he snapped his fingers as if there was no problem. Even if it is an alliance, there is a definite hierarchical rtionship. You areing under us. Its not about sickling in the same ce. What if I refuse? If you refuse, we may join your hostile forces. If anything happens, this war could bepletely destroyed. A tone of voice that goes beyond confidence and is close to certainty. Beriels mind was confused with all sorts of things. It doesnt matter if the few kings that Chungha talks about are just ordinary people. If Jecheon Daeseong or Umawang are included among them That could be a difficult task to handle. This is a decision that should not be made easily. It was an issue that could put a huge burden on the coalition due to just one word. Before making a decision, can I discuss it with Kang Jin-hyuk? No matter what, he is the leader of our alliance. Thats how considerate you can be. Instead, we will only give you three days. The war against Lucifer cannot be concluded within three days at the earliest. It was a way to prevent time from dragging on. i get it. Beriel nodded heavily. *** Gray pondered once again what Jinhyuk said. I learned the art of kicking Yes. Although we saved our lives, in a way, you can say that Mr. Mayer also saved our lives. In a short period of time, a sense of camaraderie developed. You can listen to it for yourselfter when youe to your senses. Jinhyuk blushed slightly. Ill nevere back to my senses after reading the Necronomicon anyway, so who cares? Even if he just says whates out of his mouth, Gray has no way of verifying the truth. Right. I understand for now. The tense atmosphere eased as Gray recovered his magic power. If Gray had seen the eyes of hispanions full of disillusionment and contempt behind Jinhyeoks back, he might have made apletely different decision. However, it was impossible for Gray, who was preupied with Jinhyuk and the footmanship right in front of him, to catch such details. But right then. They said that the unique ability might be the tongue, and thats true. I think this is the first time Ive seen Mr. Gray embarrassed. It certainly seems to be stronger than expected. I may have adjusted my strength appropriately, but I was able to block an EX-level blow. There was a reason why Director Seo Jeong-hee called us. It is a troublesome enemy in another sense. New people stepped in on the other side of Gray. These are the high rankers who weremissioned by Seo Jeong-hee, including Jang Bo-kyung. Hehe. That person is Teresa. Among them were the Vatican hounds with a red cross drawn on them. Naturally, everyones interest was focused on Teresa. This is because Teresa had the highest name value among the small force known as the Stagnant Corporation. A pir of the Laurentian family that saved Amsterdam. The only obstacle was this blonde saint. Are you Seo Jeong-hee this time? Jinhyuk shook his head left and right as if he was shaking. Its not like Im dealing with some third-rate viin. If you take one away, another one keeps popping out. So much so that I think it could continue until season 10 if the roots arent changed. Jang Bo-kyung pointed a finger at Jin-hyuk. Mr. Gray. That person is a criminal and a fraudster who has threatened countless people, including you, the Titan Guild, and Director Seo Jeong-hee. He spoke a bit harshly at first meeting. But since they are all correct, I cant think of anything to correct. After Mayer wakes up, I will listen and decide for myself. After you woke up? Cant you tell if you look at that persons condition right now? There is a chance that I will evere to my senses Shut up! Didnt I say I would listen and decide for myself? Gray unleashed his magic power. Kukukukukuku! The lethality exuded by an EX-level yer. When Grays unique ability was activated, several beasts rose up following the shadow. They are all gray beasts made up of divine beasts and phantom beasts. Anyway, these men are so stubborn Jang Bo-gyeong pursed her lips and took out a long needle with a polka dot pattern on it. The rest of the high rankers who followed her also showed no sign of backing down. Just before a battle breaks out between top monsters. I think everyone has be sharper due to the situation, so how about we leave it at this for now? As that friend said, we have to live together and have a chance to settle our respective interests, right? Moreover, considering the countless people waiting for us outside, I dont think it would be a wise decision to cause internal strife. Nkrumah of the Shuja Guild quelled the burning mes. In particr, the nuanced statement that they were watching from the outside yed the biggest role. Image was the top priority for all guilds. okay. For now, getting outes first. I agree. Because I gathered everything I needed. We have secured the Book of Light and the Book of Darkness that the explorers requested. With these two items, the time hase to head to the final gate. The previously heavy air became lively little by little. This is because the hope for survival gradually became a reality. Just one person. Hmm. The structure here probably isnt that shabby. What will happen? Jin Hyuk-man was smiling with interest in a different way. How long has it been like that? This text No. It is correct to interpret it this way. What are you talking about. My interpretation rating is 5 stars. Nothing much to say about only 5 stars. I wonder if theres anyone here who hasnt reached that level. Voices rose among the explorers. This is because there were conflicting opinions about how the two books should be interpreted. The engineering leaders of each guild couldnt make a decision easily, as each person insisted that what they said was right. This is because I have keenly felt how dangerous thisbyrinth is through my experience so far. While everyone was worrying, Jinhyeok was looking around the main hall. It was made too well. A point quite far from the raid. Jinhyuk touched one side of the pir. It is no exaggeration to say that it caused an outbreak of the entirebyrinth. It is soplete. If it werent for the systems intervention, it was hard to believe. It doesnt seem to be the work of Outer Gods, whose specialty is reckless destruction. However, it wasnt that guys style of being meticulous and unexpected. There is only one possibility. Elder God. They too must have been moving in earnest. First of all, we need to make sure we are prepared. This event is helpful in many ways. It had the perfect environment toy some groundwork for the future. [Blessing of Anubis is activated!] A wide wavelength spread along the pir. The waves resonated dizzyingly like piano sheet music, creating beautiful chords. OK. Kukukukuk! An orange glowing item rose up from between the piles of dirt. [You have acquired the Red Legion Ant Pheromone.] Jinhyuk rummaged through the paper package. Book of Darkness. It was a kind of summary book in which only the important contents were separately written, but thanks to the choice of Libra Symbol, I was able to easily find the items hidden in every corner of the temple just by writing down the key contents. Next. [The end sign of Aquarius, the zodiac sign, unfolds.] Fragments of a beautiful star have melted into the dirt. Little by little throughout the tower. The energy of the stars was being shared and engraved. As part of dozens of preparations to take on Azathoth. But right then. Among the waves that were spreading, some disappeared at some point. hmm? Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. This is because it was normally impossible for the special barrier wave created by mixing seven techniques to disappear. Something is hidden. The moment I thought that, my body moved first. 9-star Beyond the Shadow 9-star The Veil of the Multidimensional 9-star Where the Wind Whispers. When three high-level barriers ovepped, a 2M gap was discovered in empty space. And around that gap,nguages that were on a different level from the ancient runenguage were emerging. no way. Doubt soon became certainty. Its anguage Ive seen before. It is an unknown territory where we do not yet know the full extent of it. It is a lostnguage. Chapter 710 Episode 710 The arrogant gathering ce is exciting! Exciting! Exciting! My heart was beating fast. After the Tower of Trials became a reality, I searched for several clues needed to conquer the tower. The Crown, an essential relic to go to the 50th floor, and the Necronomicon, which records the beings of the 50th floor. and. The lostnguage that is the source of the power they use and enjoy. No, to be precise, the ancientnguage is just a part of the lostnguage. If you master thatnguage perfectly, you can gain power beyond that of the ancient beings. Although it has already grown tremendously, it is still a long way offpared to non-standard monsters such as Azathoth and Shubniguras. There was such a gap that it was difficult to guarantee whether you would be able tost even an hour, let alone win, if you just fought with your bare body. This is an inevitable result even if you reach max level and meet all items to the final specifications. This is because Azathoth is the final boss that was designed from the beginning to be unbeatable. so that. There is no choice but to mix variables and anomalies. Lostnguage is a hidden card that can create one of the most important variables. Jinhyuk swallowed his dry saliva and walked towards the gaping crack. If the situation arises, he is ready to use all his abilities, including the crown, at once. Wooooow! And the moment I entered the crack, a pure white snowstorm disturbed my vision. Creepy. A chill rushed through the primordial me. A world of extremely low temperatures where even the air freezes. In the middle, I saw a half-broken temple with ck pirs lined up in a row. This temple looks strangely familiar. As Jinhyuk started walking, he noticed someone sitting in the middle of the stairs. This is unexpected. Jinhyuk gave a greeting with a mixture of emotions. This is my honest feeling. I never imagined I would meet this person here. Thats what I want to say. As if the other person felt the same way, he shook off the snowstorm and stood up. Theres no way you wouldnt know. How could you not know? A ck-haired man wearing a white robe. Beltor de Roanmask. A geek who specialized in the ancient kingdoms barrier arts. When we first met, I thought I encountered his thought form. Because it was impossible for an ordinary person to still be alive after thousands of years. but. Now that I have seen the many sides of the tower, I finally understand. That person is also one of the ancient climbers such as the Frost Spirit and the Undead. I had a really hard time finding this ce, too. How on earth did you find the Arrogant Gathering Center? Would you believe me if I told you it was a coincidence? I worked too hard for that. No matter how talented you are, it is hard to say that you have mastered the art of barrier art in such a short period of time Beltor, who was speaking, snapped his fingers. At that moment, barriers reaching 10 stars ovepped. Before even knowing what was used, a dice-shaped tube was created around Jinhyeok. Its too much to just say its a matter of skill. Jinhyuk responded immediately. [The unique ability Ancient Barrier is activated!] The calction speed will not be that far behind here either. Because it was a barrier technique that even worked on ancient beings. Kwakwakwakwakwa! Papa papap! Colorful lights intersected in one space. Offset, collision, release, and fusion were repeated in less than a minute. Kyaa. Thest thing that came out was Beltors sticity. An exmation with a pure meaning, not mixed with selfish intentions. It seems like its a new feeling to know that a rookie with a promising future has suddenly be an absolute power that stands shoulder to shoulder with him. If I made one mistake, I really could have died. ha ha ha. For all that, you seem quite rxed, dont you think? I expected it, but this exceeded my expectations. I wondered if I should explore this lonely ce alone, but I found a very reliablepanion. This arrogant gathering ce was an unknown world that even Beltor, the master of barrier arts, could not yet urately understand. It was definitely a ce that could not help but be like that. Thats a good name. Jinhyuk looked around. This is a special space where all the erased locations of the Tower of Trials gather. It is a concept of a middle ground where at least a state level or higher level manager intervenes before the area disappearspletely. Of course, as all the memories of the tower are mixed up, there will be an abundance of secrets and advanced information. Its a feat that cannot be put into price. Jinhyuk swallowed his saliva internally. I know youre excited, but it would be better not to wander around mindlessly. I dont know if you know this, but it seems like they treat intruders like us as very unpleasant foreign objects. I was itching to get rid of them whenever I got the chance. The entire body is protected by barriers, but if you are even the slightest bit careless or make a mistake it is said that it will be immediately torn to pieces and reduced to a handful of blood. instead. As the risks were great, there were also advantages. One hour outside is one week here. Because the flow of time was different, I was able to explore every nook and cranny of this ce with plenty of time to spare. I have made enough preparations. Jinhyuk has unlocked all of his exclusive skills. Starting with the 12 signs of the zodiac, numerous barriers filled the night sky with falling snow. Is there somewhere you want to go? I will personally guide you, especially the first time. I really appreciate that. I will not decline. The first destination was decided long ago. A round house made of wood located next to the copsed temple. That ce was once the residence of Hasting, one of the senior managers. After it became known that he had be attached to the ancient gods, Hasting fell and eventually lost everything he had, including his life. With all the information that serves as a point of contact with ancient beings. There must be a reason why he had no choice but to betray. The memory stone that Ellis obtained through her distance from Gabriel did not contain much information. The story of a man who surrendered to the power and authority of ancient gods in a past filled with obvious tear-jerkers and supernatural drama. The all-too-typical flow of memories had enough usibility butcked appeal. That wasnt enough to exin the distorted character of Hasting. good. I will guide you. But there wont be much there. Its so close that Ive been to it several times. Im sure Beltor confirmed it, but its out of personal curiosity. Please understand. no no. If you find what I couldnt find, that would be extremely exciting news. Beltor hummed and moved. Good! When the door opened, an empty space was revealed. The furniture and documents that Hasting used during his lifetime remained intact. I need to look further inside, so feel free to look around. thank you. When Beltor disappeared, Jinhyuk summoned Smander. Grumble! master! A small fire-breathing Smander wandered around the living room. Search through this ce. Dont go to ordinary ces, but focus on areas that appeal to your senses. The reason I chose Smander among the five elemental spirit beasts is because it can most sensitively sense warmth in this frozen ce. Due to the nature of the goblin race, which prefers warm ces, there was a high possibility that they would always leave a hiding ce where warmth was preserved. lol. Its a bit of a difficult mission, but Smander rubbed his palms. Where did this kid learn to be bad? However, given the circumstances, it would be better to give them carrots rather than sticks. Im handing over the position of leader of the Spirit Special Forces to you for a week. I will also borrow the unquenchable bonfire from Old Man Orun. Is this enough? Ill do my best! Smander stuck his nose into the floor and started sniffing for warmth. 1 hour 2 hours 3 hours. Time passed helplessly. Not here either. Here too. The search continued for over 12 hours, but no additional clues could be obtained other than the existing information. As Beltor said, it is just a ruin with nothing delicious to offer. however. That cunning bastard cant do that. Jinhyuk did not give up. Its not something to think about from a third persons perspective. From Hastings perspective, you have to think about how he would have kept his secrets hidden. Jinhyuk scanned the mansion once again. Stacks of documents, books, and misceneous things. As expected, nothing particrly catches my eye. The keepsakes that Hasting mainly used were verymon. Now that I think about it, thats something Hasting has never taken off I dont know if it was to hide his true feelings, but Hasting always wore sses. always. Without a single exception. no way. Jinhyuk picked up the sses lying on the table. And then he slowly put the sses on his eyes. What I felt was a very slight sense of difort. It was so faint that at first nce you would have thought it was nothing special, but this time Jinhyeok was confident that he had found the right clue. Tuksha. Goblinnguage meaning liberation or startup. no response. Samaluk. An ancient rune with the same meaning. This too has no response. then. Isrine. A short starter word flowed out. It was an ancientnguage. OK. Parts! Apletely new scene unfolded through the sses. [The memory is yed.] [This video is yed only once and then permanently destroyed.] Like a sh, the past that Hasting had kept hidden came to mind. And that is. look at this? It caught Jinhyuk off guard in apletely different sense. *** A week passed inside. Are you going now? Watching Jinhyuk repacking his luggage, Beltor licked his lips with regret. I had held on to Jinhyuk once before, but this time, it seemed like I was 100 times more sad about breaking up with him than before. Because the time given is only here. Its a pity, but now its time to leave. If I dy any longer, my colleagues waiting at the Great Temple of Ramses will find it strange. Above all else, there was a reason to quickly resolve the situation over there. -You stole the precious Medusa that I was carefully raising. It didnt take long for Rick to realize that his collection had been robbed. The owner of the caravan, who had never seen a loss in his life, had his pride seriously tarnished. But Rick didnt use the private line for that reason alone. -I received a call from Beriel. Maybe I think you should listen to this part yourself. Rick ryed what happened in the demon world. As the saying goes, these were all serious issues that could not be easily overlooked. Not only the Elder Gods, but also the Zodiac signs have started to move. The trend at the top is bing more and more serious. I instinctively felt that an inevitable decisive battle was approaching. Well, I guess it wont be any use to try to stop him again. Still, the time we spent together was beneficial in many ways. Beltor stretched out his hand. Thanks to Beltor, I was able to obtain a talent that was difficult to handle. I came here and looked into Hastings memories. Part of the lostnguage has been acquired. If I hadnt met Beltor, it wouldnt havested even a week. furthermore. Clues to learning the remaining lostnguages were also obtained. I look forward to seeing you again. Our friends are also quite interested in you. Hoo. Ancient climbers showing interest? Maybe I will be able to meet the frost spirit in person. I had new expectations, remembering the Frost Spirit Spear that Jinhyeok had ced in subspace. please. I look forward to that day. After finishing speaking, Jinhyuk threw himself into the crack he came from first. *** [Return to the Great Temple of Ramses.] When I returned to my original location, all the raiders had disappeared. Oh! Are you here, contractor? Where have they gone? Jinhyuk asked Alice, who was ying with making a sand castle. Chapter 711 Episode 711 Moving Beast (1) I was away for a week, but in this dimension, it was only about an hour. But I never thought the entire raid would disappear during that time. You mean youve already interpreted the book? I think so. They said they found a clue in a woman who was Jang Bo-kyung or something. Ellis ced a g with his face on the sand castle. It was a bonus to have a proud smile on my face as it waspleted. There might also be Takeshi from the Samurai Guild. Since Gray, an EX-level monster, and high rankers from each guild were all gathered together, the raid team must have calcted that it would be worth the effort. It would be impossible to interpret it in this short time, let alone power. If I had waited calmly, I would have gone at least halfway. Everyone was in too much of a hurry to get the spotlight. The idea is that they will not just pursue safety when faced with a precious opportunity to get ahead of other guilds. I understand, but the price of making that decision will be bitter. Anyway, I havent seen Adele since before the main ticket. Teresa muttered, sounding a little worried. I couldnt help but feel anxious that the excessively belligerent and cruel returnee remained silent. Its probably because theyre aiming for the right prey rather than other people. Its called Cheonyuseong. There is a No. 1 target that the Sword Demon is aiming for. Cheon Yu-seong was also a stalker who was crazy about swords, so in a way, they got along well. We have to go in this direction to catch up with the raiding party. Ive attached a doll, so youll be able to catch up quickly. huh. Frey pointed in one direction. good. Then lets finish it. I roughly got everything I needed. Now all thats left is to finish the final boss battle and im all the rewards. *** Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Fuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu! Skills that intersect dizzyingly. The 20-meter-tall mummy, whose entire body was wrapped in bandages, was literally a walking ashes. Keeeeee! Koooooo! More than hundreds of medium-sized crocodiles and carnivorous beasts rushed in. Thousands of man-eating locusts swarmed in the sky. Summoned beasts and magic-type abilities Kwakwakwakwak! The three swordsmen approaching the boss were struck by the golden spear and split into two pieces. It was not just a swing, but an extremely sophisticated spear technique. Youre even skilled in closebat. Nkrumah of the Shuja Guild stuck out his tongue. still. Obtaining the book and interpreting it definitely yed a role. [Book of Darkness activates the special ability Ways to avoid 10 curses!] Ugh! White smoke rising into the sky. The movement of the locusts, which had been rushing around like crazy, noticeably slowed down. [The speed of Locusts Covering the Sun is reduced by 30%.] In addition, the curse of the blood-stained river, which maderge-scale melees more difficult, was also able to be halved. [The Curse of the Nile is partially alleviated.] The red river that acts on the mental system has greatly lowered its level. The field with all 10 curses fully activated is literally impregnable. Finding the gap itself was impossible. However, because I had alleviated some of the curses through two books, I was able to create at least a small chance of victory. The problem is. The boss is making no sense. One of the main dealers swallowed dryly. Its definitely true. I said I could somehow defeat the remaining mass-produced monsters, but I had no idea how to deal with that monstrous boss monster. By far, it was the most powerful of all the bosses I had faced so far. Moreover, an even bigger challenge is that there is no connection at all between each guilds raids. Dont get in the way, get out of the way! Thats what were going to do! shit. Its a hindrance Whats wrong with that? Among the anomalies that have appeared in modern times is the Anomalous Labyrinth. It was certain that media outlets around the world would focus on who would solve the worst disaster that had caused so many victims. This means that if you do well, you can beat all guilds and stand in a heavenly position. Even Gray, who is at maximum power, is conserving his stamina and magical power to deliver the final blow. Nkrumahs lips stiffened into a straight line. It cant go on like this. The already low odds of winning fell further and further. It was clear that even if he won, he would suffer enormous damage. Right then. [The unique ability Stars Protection is activated!] A variable that could upset the entire situation intervened. In the middle of the Red River, a golden cross was created that seemed to reach the sky. I will take the lead. A clear voice without a single hint of selfishness. What the saint desires is not fame, power, or wealth. To save at least one more person and protect the future of humanity. For that purpose, all other reasons were insignificant. Woooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo much Golden waves swirled. As Teresa held on in the most dangerous position, a strange current arose among the feuding raiders. Mr. Teresa. It would be too risky if I went out alone now. Are you saying it doesnt matter? This is because such selfless sacrifice was inevitably unfamiliar to those who always only focused on profit and loss. We must work together. Rather than focusing on who achieves the greatest results right now, we need to follow Teresas lead and prevent further damage. Thatmon idea spread like an epidemic. An air of reversal emerged quickly, but hope did notst more than a few seconds. Fuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu! A holy fire that bloomed out of nowhere. Tsk! Teresas body, hit directly by the me, staggered. Hehe. Its disgusting. Are you trying to deceive people like that and swallow everything up in the end? They were heresy inquisitors wearing white robes with a red cross on them. The Vaticans hounds, which had been silent all along, targeted Teresa instead of the boss. Grumble! The me erupted again. The fireball flying at high speed was split in half with a single strike of the spear. Now is not the time to fight among ourselves! Nkrumah could not hold back his frustration and shouted. Are you trying to interfere? Our work? Damn it. What you are doing now is interfering with all humanity! A confrontation urred between the Heresy Questioners and the Shuja Guild. But it seems like there arent just idiots out there. Jinhyuk walked slowly. The dagger in his hand glowed particrly blue. You are Teresas colleague Thats right. My name is Jinhyuk Kang. You are the ranker who came as the representative of the Shuja Guild, right? okay. right. Looking at it, it seems a bit different from a fool who fills his stomach or a fanatic with overcharged faith. Do you want to help us? I know how to defeat that boss in a short period of time. is that possible? If it were me. Jinhyuk nodded. Nkrumahs mind became confused at the answer that seemed so confident. Normally, this is not worth hearing. A ghost who is so ordinary that the Tower of Trials appears and has never belonged to any guild. If it were a novel, it would be nothing more than an extra that would hardly be mentioned more than once in the entire narrative. But why? Nkrumah did not feel that Jinhyeoks words were so absurd. A yer who receives full support from the Samurai Guild. There must be a good reason for that. Are you saying we have to deal with the Vatican? Well, you cant get everything in the world, right? haha. Thats also true. i get it. Lets cooperate. Chan. yes. Stop the Inquisitors. Help Teresa. Are you serious? Then, Ill take care of itter Dont worry. I will take full responsibility. All right. The Shuja Guilds attack force joined Teresas direction. Although I did prepare for the fanatics with this. It is still unclear who the real evil master who set this up is. Who the hell is it? The Elder Gods Apostle is here somewhere. Unless it is unclear what kind of trap has been set and what its intention is, you must not let your guard down even for a moment. Jinhyuks eyes moved quickly. It was unknown which of the numerous yers had received the Elder Gods instigation. The most likely ones were the Heretic Questioners, but looking at them fighting against the Shuja Guild, there was no one that stood out. Right then. Damn it Bogrrrrrrr! Along with the bizarre noise, different reactions urred in the Book of Darkness and the Book of Light. What, why is this happening? The explorer hastily dropped the Book of Light he was holding. This is because red blood was gushing out from the book that was torn in half. On the other hand, the Book of Darkness began to suck up all the light around it. Kwaaaak! Aaaah! The people nearby werepletely caught up in it. !? Jinhyuks pupils contracted quickly. No matter how bad your interpretation skills are, there is no way you would do something stupid that would destroy the harmony between darkness and light. Its not like youre digging on purpose, what on earth are you doing? It looks like Im taking my first exam unexpectedly. A newnguage I learned while exploring the Arrogant Gathering Center with Beltor for a week. The ability to bind to space through a barrier shone anew through Jinhyeoks fingertips. [The ancient barrier is activated!] [Lost Language C Seal of Nothingness is activated!] Kukukuk! Purplenguages filled the air. Heterogeneous and colorful characters were able to disy their true meaning on the drawing paper of the barrier. The cracks in the books that had been running wild froze. The cost of misinterpretation was all too easily nullified. As the curse disappeared out of nowhere, confusion and relief erupted among the yers. The bookis it back to its original state? Thats not right. Something is just blocking the curse. Is it perhaps thanks to Teresa? I dont know why, but anyway, I can take a breather. We barely managed to prevent the worst from happening. It was then. Youare you. A creepy voice was heard in front of Jinhyeok. Tsutsutsu. What emerged from the gray smoke was a boss monster dealing with ten curses. The boss, who had maintained his position despite attacks from numerous rankers, was out of position for the first time. To deal with the most annoying beings. woah. Was there such a handsome man in the white oasis? If there was, I would never have missed it. Jinhyuk looked up at Mira from below. A terrible smell stings the tip of my nose. The yellow eye glow showed unbearable hostility toward the intruder. Do not disturb his resting ce. Human. [Setan Mummy activates its unique ability, Great Spirit!] Kukukukuku! Magic power runs wild. Although the cracks in the two books were sealed, when Thean Mummys unique ability was activated, the 10 curses began to degenerate into a different form than before. Naturally, while he was faltering, the magic power and aggressiveness of the small monsters also changed noticeably. thud! thud! thud! Krrrrra! Keeeeee! A kind of phase 2. As the Thean Mummy intervened in earnest, all levels of difficulty increased significantly. Okay, now the main game begins. If he were toe out in the open, he could be dealt with within a few minutes, but if he did that, he would end up receiving all the attention from all kinds of people. That wont work. I somehow used the water from the Fountain of Oblivion, but I didnt want to experience the taste of regret and bitterness again. At least not now. Then Jinhyeok has taken out the ability stored in the memory of the world. [Ancient Barrier, Judgment of Anubis, and Sanctuary of the Sun and Final Genesis are fused!] Parts! The four abilities resonated. Chapter 712 Episode 712: A moving beast (2) A specialbyrinth that inherits the soul of Egypt. If you have the right ability, there is something that suits you perfectly. Partzitz Chichijik! Intense blue sparks. [Four abilities are fused!] [The sess rate of fusion is low due to the imperfectbination form.] As expected, it is difficult to obtain the desired abilitiespletely unless you copy more abilities from Egyptian gods and residents. It was impossible. but. Just add some sauce. If you have the power to adjust errors to some extent, you already have it. [The unique ability System Maniption is activated.] The sparks became even more intense. And that moment. [Fusing was sessful!] [Unique Spear Incarnation of Anubis] Difficulty of obtaining: Unmeasurable Contents: Can be activated without any conditions only for those who challenge the level of Egypt. The opponent is selected by Anubis most cherished being, and can use various Egyptian blessings and abilities. Additionally, 2 of the opponents abilities are randomly sealed. (Time limit: 15 minutes). [The fused abilities are stored in the memory of the world.] As the book opened, the newly acquired abilities were immediately activated. Ugh! A golden world unfolded in front of Setan Mummy. White sandy beach and palm trees stretching to the left and right. Golden waves were overflowing from the Sphinx and Pyramid located in the center. and. At the center stood a being wearing a helmet identical to Anubis. This? Setan Mummy slowly walked forward as if possessed by something. This is because the familiar yet awe-inspiring pure power of the sun stimted my instincts. yers who were fighting here and there also recognized a new entity that had suddenly appeared. Who is it? What ability is it? This is my first time seeing something like that Its not a yer. I am a resident. He is an apostle! The apostle of the Egyptian power is among them! For some reason, the Egyptian gods were extremely reluctant to recruit their own apostles. ording to residents with connections, it is simply because there is a zero-ranked candidate who has already been decided. Therefore, it was no exaggeration to say that there were almost no people receiving Egypts protection. So, I thought that this time, conquering thebyrinth was even more hopeless. I never thought there would be a rare species among these. [The incarnation of Anubis looks at his enemy.] Kwakwakwakwakwa! The desert sandstorm shook the entirebyrinth. At the same time, the incarnation of Anubis moved. Quang! The body that jumped after stepping on the sand instantly dug into the very roots of the Thetan Mummy. Although its body was only 180cm, its instantaneous eleration and destructive power easily surpassed those ofrge monsters. Puff puff puff! The wind pressure alone tore the medium-sized crocodile to pieces. The two half-moon swords held in his hands emitted bloody anticipation. Destroy the enemies of the royal family. In his short words, he simply silently announced what he had to do next. A fake who obeyshumans! Thean Mummy swung a golden spear. Kaaaaang! Metal collided at one point. In an instant, dozens of agreements were fought and argued. Sigh! Sigh! Puff poop! Setan Mummy stabbed mercilessly with a long spear that was well over 5 meters long. The incarnation of Anubis cut off a single thrust with a short half-moon sword and dug inward. [Setan Mummy activates the skill Priests Secret C Desert Sandstorm!] Oooh! A sand whirlwind reaching tens of meters was summoned. [The incarnation of Anubis activates the Emerald Scarabs Deadly Poison! In response, the circr de made of purple rotated fiercely. A high-level close-quarters battle was followed by a magic battle. Puff puff poop! Kwaaaaang! Colorful fireworks obscured my vision. Tuk. An incarnation of Anubis jumped out of the storm. [Skill Priests Secret is sealed.] Suddenly, the sand wind that protected Setan Mummy disappeared. A bare body clearly exposed. Keuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu! Setan Mummy reflexively summoned soldiers made of sand and charged them. Dozens of spear des pierced the incarnation of Anubis. No, I thought I had it figured out. Sussseu. Shin Giru. The power to freely manipte mirages at extremely close range was the reason why the incarnation of Anubis boasted an undefeated record in closebat. Suddenly! The half-moon sword drew a clean trajectory. Blood gushing like a fountain. The body of Setan Mummy, whose head was half cut off, swayed greatly. Anyone can see that it is a fatal wound. however. Setan Mummy, who had suffered quite serious injuries, began to heal at an unbelievable speed. It was a result that was hard to believe that he had been struck by a half-moon sword with a curse of death on it. This is impossible unless you are an archangel who specializes in divinity and regeneration. Theres something more. Jinhyuks pupils narrowed. No matter how newly acquired the ability is, the power possessed by the incarnation of Anubis is absolute. It was true that Setan Mummy was also strong, but he could not be an opponent in a 1:1 match. In the first ce, Thean Mummys true power could be unleashed when the legions under hismand, including the 10 Curses, were gathered together. However, the reason why it was sessful was because a new force intervened. Ugh! Jinhyeok, who had mastered the lostnguage, could see letters faintly engraved across the field. [Stigmata of the great force Elder God are scattered around.] Part of the information caught in the eyes of gluttony. I barely found out about this because ess to the rest was all restricted. I guess I messed up a bit too much. If the stigmata remain, no matter how hard you try, you will not be able to defeat Setan Mummy. The longer you wait, the more your magic and stamina will be consumed. Ellis. huh. From now on, go around and find our members and ask them to go to the ces written on this map. What do we have here? If you just look, you wont see anything. There are a total of seven locations where the stigmata were engraved. There were differences in scale, bothrge and small, but they all had to be destroyed. Jinhyuk took out six ice cubes. Inside were crystals with differentnguages written on them. If you use this, the stigmata will be visible, so just destroy it. Youre just trying to use Jim as an errand boy. I dont feel veryfortable. okay? Then there is nothing we can do. Ms. Teresa! Who says they wont do it! Why are you looking for a foolish saint who is too busy fighting? Its uproar! He looks like hes out of his mind right now! thank you. Its because I dont have anyone other than you that I can trust. Jinhyuk stroked Ellis head. The sassy queen, who had been rambunctious just a moment ago, became calm as if it had never been so. It feels like watching a fierce cat purring. okay! Just trust me! Ellis, pping her small wings, contacted the members scattered throughout the battlefield. There will be seniors Yoo Cheon-young, Lee Tae-min, and Yeon-hwa here somewhere, so they will be able to receive quite a bit of help. The Shuja Guild, which formed a temporary alliance with the Samurai Guild led by Takeshi, will also willingly participate in the operation. Frey. huh. It would be difficult for the incarnation of Anubis to handle that boss alone. You take T-Bone and Wolyoung and support him so he can focus on 1:1 matches. Looking at the enemys regenerative ability, the probability of winning is about 1.253%. I know. So, all you have to do is take the time. Jinhyuk patted Freys shoulder as if he trusted him. . Frey stopped as if he had a breakdown. But it was only for a moment. After a few seconds of silence, he always nodded slightly, like an emotionless doll. As everyone left to carry out their missions, Jinhyuk, who was left alone, grabbed thest remaining piece of ice. The ce where thergest stigmata were carved was the furthest away from the battlefield. *** Has about 10 minutes passed? Jinhyeok, moving at high speed, finally reached the ce where the stigmata were. At first nce, it looked like a part of a desert with several sand dunes gathered together. Kwasik! The piece of ice I was holding broke. [Unpolished ice sculpture detects the Elder Gods stigmata!] Ugh! The purple wavelength identified stigmata carved into the rock. Now all I have to do is destroy it. But at that moment. I thought you woulde if I waited here. A young womans voice rang out from the side of the sand dune. Saak. Sasashak. A girl was seen along with the crumbling sand. It was Jang Bo-kyung, a high ranker who came at the request of Seo Jeong-hee. Next to her were three high rankers who had also received a request, as well as a number of heresy inquisitors dispatched from the Vatican. You guys are so disgusting. I understand that you are faithful to your mission, but can we postpone it a little bit? Im doing something important right now. Jinhyuk waved his hand. Then, the movement suddenly stopped. You knew I woulde here? To this ce far away from the battlefield? The smile disappeared from Jinhyuks face. I thought the most likely ones were those red cross guys or Adele. Was it you? Apostle of the Elder God? Eat. Jang Bo-kyungughed instead of answering. That must mean positivity. Humans do stupid things because they are blinded by greed. They say it never changes throughout the East and the West, but you will be counted among the top five. Do you listen to those insidious people? Although they are better than the Outer Gods, the Elder Gods are also a race that should not be easily trusted. It is said that there is a chance of victory only if one prepares perfect negotiating points and safety measures and approaches carefully. But a newbie who is still just a young chick is so quick to ept their offer. It felt like the sweet potato I ate three years ago was climbing up my throat. I have no idea what youre talking about. Were just here to get rid of you. Jang Bo-kyung shrugged her shoulders. It seems that other people still cant even imagine Jang Bo-kyungs identity or the existence of Elder God. As promised, I have prepared the relics. Now its your turn to keep your promise. The Heretic Questioner, who was the leader, handed something to Jang Bo-gyeong. Of course I remember. Then Jang Bo-kyung snapped her fingers. Sigh! [An unknown gate is opening!] A crack opens in the air. Several water droplets seemed to be bubbling. The blonde girl suddenly fell. Coo! oh? It was Teresa. The saint, who had been at the forefront of protecting enemies from all directions, had not yete to terms with what had happened. Mr. Jinhyuk? Teresa, who hit her butt in the sand, looked around and found Jinhyuk. There must be only one reason why they went to all this trouble to bring Teresa here. Avoiding other peoples attention. Probably to get rid of Teresa. In fact, the Inquisitors began to approach Teresa with the eyes of prey. Chuck Jinhyuk pulled out two daggers. Hoo. Are you trying to protect that witch? No matter how much it is said in the Bible not to harass the weak, we have no choice if we want to help a fallen saint. If you dont want to hit the Lords Prayer ording to the number of letters, dont move any further. Ive beaten people with spoons, but Ive never beaten them with a cross. You could be the first. Insolent At Jinhyuks provocation, the handsome mans face, which had been polite, suddenly crumpled. Sir Dominic. Please leave the disposal of the author to this Silvio. A giant knight named Silvio drew his sword. I allow it. thank you. Silvio walked toward Jinhyuk with long strides. [Silvio fires the Divine Sword!] Cuckoo! As the heavy divine power spread, the surrounding airpletely changed. Youre so scared that you cant even think about running away. Jinhyuk, standing motionless on the spot, seemed frozen. Well, speaking of the Heretic Questioners, they were vicious hunting dogs that even the rankers were reluctant to fight with. Of course, in front of a Pdin who has fully unleashed his power, a yer from a weak country would inevitably be no match for him. The rest of the staff also looked forward to seeing Jinhyuk split in half with a wry smile on their faces. Its sphemy, you brat. A golden long sword soared high into the sky. Chapter 713 Episode 713 Moving beast (3) Kwajik! The first thing I heard was the sound of everything being crushed. An eerie bursting sound, as if the skull were copsing. Its nd. There wasughter from the Heresy Questioners. It was a very vain ending, even though it was such a confident move. However, when Silvios body began to copse a littleter, everyone watching realized that what they were thinking waspletely wrong. Shut it off The scream didntst long. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwatu-kwaaaaang! Silvio flew away and ended up in the sand dune on the other side. If youre going to organize everything anyway, theres no reason to hide it, right? An unimaginable force emanated from Jinhyeoks body. The sacred power that was heavily exuding disappeared. In its ce was a needle-sharp flesh. Sreung! The de radiated anticipation. If there were no witnesses, it would be a perfect crime. Now that restrictions have disappeared, there is no longer a need for newbie cosy. [The unique ability Sword Grave is activated!] Parts! Beyond the dagger, a force that was so vivid that it hurt my eyes surged. As the dark red mes burned, the Great Library of Infinity revealed its majesty. what? What happened? No way Just a few seconds was not enough time to ept the reality. And those few seconds were critical in battle. Tuk. Jinhyuks body disappeared like the wind and appeared in front of the Titan Guilds ranker. He was a close-range martial artist named An. Tsk! An immediately gathered energy in both hands. As expected from a high ranker, the flow of magical energy was surprisingly smooth. The shape of a water dragon formed in the storm carried by the gauntlet. [An activates the unique ability True Dragon Chapter!] A unique ability equivalent to S ss. He is a talented person selected by Seo Jeong-hees side. What does that mean? However , [the unique ability Death Demon is activated!] Kwakwakwakwakwakwakwa! The water dragon that lives in the river cannot reach the heavenly dragon that destroys the sky. The tip of the de collided with the gauntlet. And that moment. The gauntlet, unable to withstand the impact, was crushed. Naturally, the soft flesh and bones inside took on a very different shape from their original shape. A pain that seems to blow away ones reason. Ans pupils, whose bones in both arms werepletely shattered, showed the white of their pupils. Stop it! What a monster. It was only then that I realized how serious the situation was. As the surviving rankers shouted, many yers hiding in the sand came out. Assassins from the back world, all of whom have learned assassination-type abilities. If the sole purpose was to eliminate the target rather than a fairpetition, they were among the top ss in the world. Of course, there is no exaggeration mixed in with that statement. What if the opponent was just a ranker? [The unique ability One Eye Moon is unlocked!] A crack appeared on the dazzling sand, and a huge eye appeared. Kukukukukukuku! Ouch. Ooooh. Just facing it causes my mind to copse. Due tock of skill, it was just a deteriorated version of the real Groths eyes, but that did not mean that ordinary yers could endure it. Even as the barrier written through the Lost Language unfolded, an inessible realm of the Absolute was created in this area itself. Swinging a weapon or using a skill. Even lifting a finger. Even running away. Even breathing is not easy. All sound disappeared to the point where you could hear a pin drop. As expected, its amazing. Seeing it in person gives me goosebumps. A cold voice broke the silence. A cute-looking woman with a bright smile stepped forward. This is Jang Bo-kyung, an apostle of Elder God. I wondered when I would intervene. Jinhyuks gaze turned to Jang Bo-kyung. There were many things to ask this friend. Hehe. I had to check to see what level of skill I had. So what does it look like in person? Its stronger than I expected. I think I understand why the Great Ones have warned us to approach with such caution. But seeing as youve taken the advice to heart, it seems like youre not quite as stupid as the other kids. Still, its there. What do you mean? What does it mean? If youre going to fight me, you dont have the courage to approach me cautiously. [The eyes of the abyss look at the object!] Kwakwakwakwakwakwakwa! Suddenly, the light in front of Gross crossed in a straight line. It was the light of destruction that shattered everything scattered in the atmosphere into atoms. There was no way with a shield or anything like that. If the response is even slightly wrong, it is a blow that will inevitably result in instant death. There was nothing left where the light passed. Right then. Slurp. Water droplets gathered next to Jinhyuk. He is a heartless man. Thedy hasnt even finished speaking yet. The water droplets instantly took the shape of a person, and soon became Jang Bo-gyeong. Kaang! The pure white long needle and the first de collided. At the same time, the number of water droplets rotating at high speed increased to hundreds. Eye of Gluttony examined the flow within the water droplets. It may seem simple, but the density and speed of magical power are different for each drop of water. Is closebat using long needles a trick and is the ability to use water the main force? I have dealt with people with water attribute abilities many times, including the highest-ranking gods, including Poseidon, who is called the ultimate king, but this was the first time I had encountered someone who handled water in such a different way. Chop-chop-chawn-ch! Water drawn thinly from water droplets in the form of threads turned into a spider web. It is a type of de that has the cutting power to cut not only water but also diamonds in the blink of an eye. [The unique ability Kaska Diav is activated!] [The unique ability re Eclipse is activated!] In response, Jinhyeok activated two different abilities. Grumble! Fireworks of different colors spewed out. me and water shed dozens of times at different points. Cheeeeeeeee! A huge amount of water vapor came out. In a mess of sight. Jang Bo-kyung, who turned into a water droplet, followed Jin-hyuk,pletely obliterating his presence. [Jang Bo-kyung activates the special skill Water God!] The amount of water and pressure have changed. The sharply polished spraypletely covered the long needle that Jang Bo-gyeong was holding. Paang! A thrust that broke the speed of sound followed. Its pretty fast and sharp, though. When ites to speed, I am quite confident in this as well. [The unique spear Thunder God is activated!] Pachichik! Jinhyuks body became lightning and disappeared. Sparks and sparks exploded, and another battle of dozens of agreements took ce. A pair of lights crossing each other, leaving afterimages, stopped on the sand dune. Is this enough to greet you? Jinhyuk lightly rxed his joints. I thought my body had be a bit stiff aftering out of the tower and ying with the newbies, but thanks to that, I was able to get a really good workout. okay. I think this is enough. Sensing that the situation was not easy, Jang Bo-kyung wet her lips with her tongue. I knew it wouldnt be easy, but when I actually dealt with it, it was far beyond my expectations. Of course, he didnt even use 10% of his original skills. The things I had prepared were also stored intact in subspace. but. Its probably the same for the other person as well. That sly ck-haired man also had no end in sight. Unless we created a variable that could divert attention the difficulty of the fight was sure to increase significantly. The worries didntst long. Sir Dominic! Jang Bo-gyeong shouted to the heresy interrogators. Deal with Teresa. I will take care of the interest! Thank you. Dominic nodded slightly. I still dont know how things are going, but I am grateful that I can deal with Jinhyuk, the most annoying person. Hit it. As soon as Dominics order was given, the Inquisitors surrounded Teresa. Are you saying youre going to hunt me down in this situation? Dont you think that the strange magical power that that woman is giving off is strange? noisy. Although she was given the title of saint, she colluded with dirty people and became corrupt! If you have even a speck of conscience left in that defiled body, immediately throw away your weapons and undergo a holy trial. Its still tight. but. I will no longer obey you. There is no such thing as a saint who was just obedient. After meeting Gabriel, Teresas inner self changed. Do you think you can fight alone? Against us, the great apostles of Raphael? Lets check for yourself. Teresas sword rushed in front of Dominic. Kaaaaang! Intersecting divine power. Holy Light and Holy Light moved to condemn each other. ? It looks like Teresa haspletely made up her mind. Jinhyuk looked at Teresa like that and smiled softly. I always suffered from being tied down to tasks and responsibilities, but it seems I have learned how to ovee the weight a little. Now the question is what to do with that cheeky cat. Did you think that if I messed with Teresa, there would be a loophole on my part? If that were the case, Id be a bit disappointed. Hmm. Do you think you really trust that woman? Even though I look delicate, I went through some pretty tough courses. It wont go so smoothly. Have you ever heard of a spicy saint? It seems that the Inquisitors have also be Raphaels apostles, but the chances of defeating Teresa with that alone are close to zero. well. It seems like you look down on us too much. A bitter smile appeared on Jang Bo-kyungs lips. at the same time. A strangely shaped cube appeared in subspace. dice? Jinhyuk tilted his head. No, its not dice. Although it was simr, the shape was changing in real time. [Eobs Unstable Dice is activated!] It was only after the name of the dice was disyed in Eye of Gluttony that I remembered what it was. A relic of Sybukkull, one of the Elder Gods. I never thought that a top-level item that I had only seen once before when climbing the tower would suddenly appear. Damn it. Jinhyuk reflexively threw away the dagger. Kwaaaaang! The dice hit the ground first. A purple wave spread along the dice along with a clicking sound. [Curse of Bektrux is imposed.] [For 3 minutes from now, the power of cold weapons is reduced by 99%.] The First de bounced right back. Lets get started. Jang Bo-gyeong held the wooden needle backwards. Whoa! A tremendous shock prated my arm. Its destructive power is unbelievable for a wooden needle weighing only a few tens of grams at most. Was it a die that drastically increases the stats of wood-attribute weapons? If the Eye of Gluttony had grown to the level of the Elder Gods, it would have been possible to view more detailed information, but at its current level, all it could do was identify reduced abilities. [The unique ability System Maniption is activated!] [The reduction rate changes from 99% to 94%!] Only about 5% can be touched by system maniption. Its like fighting with giant shackles on. And that wasnt the only problem. [The traces of the stigmata be faint.] All the stigmata elsewhere would have been destroyed. Except for this one thing. I do not have time. Those fighting the Thetan Mummy are consuming their stamina and magical energy even now. As we continue to fight a battle that we cannot possibly win. However, as Jang Bo-kyung used Eobs instability dice, an overly strong deterrent intervened. To the extent that the stigmata itself had to change its original location. You seem very nervous. You cant concentrate at all because youre worried that the stigmata will disappear, right? Jang Bo-kyung smiled brightly. The more you fuss like that, the more miserable youll beter. I give this advice sincerely, so take it to heart. creation. Be scared. I will make sure to remember those words. I need something to hold this womans attention, even just for a moment. At least until the stigmata is destroyed. But Jang Bo-kyung did not allow even that small gap. He stabbed his neck like a storm, as if he wanted to fully enjoy the three-minute time limit. [The traces of the stigmata begin to disappear.] I began to wonder if I should overdo it even if it was allowed to inflict fatal wounds by neck stabbing. The situation was that desperate. But right then. Tsk! You really cant do anything on your own. A familiar voice was heard next to Jinhyuk. Parts! A blue sword rising along the de. A white snowstorm came as if answering its owners call. It was natural. Chapter 714 Episode 714 The cycle of constrained regression (1) From the top down. The sword that fell vertically headed towards the top of Jang Bo-kyungs head. You Jang Bo-gyeong swung the needle upward. Kwaaaaang! The moment the sword and the wooden needle collided, Cheon Yu-seongs sword flew away. Since there were restrictions on cold weapons, no matter how good a swordsman he was, he had no choice but to receive a penalty. !? Cheon Yu-seongs eyebrows twitched. Even though I could barely stop it with a wooden needle, I felt a much stronger recoil than expected. How stupid! That sword is of no use! Jang Bo-kyung smiled in remorse. but. [One Rok of the White Night C White Frost is activated!] Pachichichik. A fierce snowstorm swept over the de. A realm that is a sword but is not a sword. A white world colored with snow unfolded. Kwaaaaang! The sword moved once again. A sh of arc-shaped light struck Jang Bo-kyung in front. Tsk! This time, Jang Bo-kyung took a step back. This heterogeneous power,pletely different from cold weapons, was a type that transcended the scope of restrictions. Oh oh! Jinhyuk smiled brightly. Wow, its pretty. Our swordsman. Are you here to help me? I was just trying to make you look like you were cornered and struggling. Anyway, have you caught a disease that will kill you if you speak nicely? The picky one is aplete hedgehog. A hedgehog with a broken personality. Thats it. Is that woman the culprit? huh. Hes a very naughty boy. It was so amazing that the hardships were not worth it? Jinhyuk groaned. Youre saying its too much for you to handle? It was a little tight. Heh. It looks like there is a restriction that prevents you from using swords, so even you will have a hard time. Cheon Yu-seongs shoulders rose slightly. Although it was only about 0.1cm, Jinhyuks eyes could clearly sense Cheon Yuseongs feeling as if he was floating on clouds. Whew. Thats right. If we keep fighting like this, things will only go the way she wants. If someone powerful beyond the sword doesnt help us, we will be defeated. Heh. Still, it seems like you have a good grasp of reality. good night. A role that is difficult for you to handle. Let me take care of it. Great. thank god. Because there is a being called you. Jinhyuk wiped away tears. A piece of chess that is easy to manipte. If you give him a little respect, he will ascend to heaven! In the past, he was so annoying that he almost died from being a stalker, but after learning how to handle him, he became quite cute. Then let me ask you a favor! Jinhyuk quickly left his seat. stop! Jang Bo-kyung collected the water droplets. ?????! Ga-ga-ga-ga-gak! The water droplets that were flying were stopped by the snow fluttering in the air and froze. Perfectly shaped crystals beautifully cluttered the view. Cheon Yu-seong blocked with the same force as Tai-san. Your opponent is me. Unlike that guy, provocation wont work, so stop making petty puns and use your skills Ha? What is he saying now. On the subject of being second inmand. kill it. The leisurely smile disappeared in an instant. There was only the second-inmand who had lost his mind due to anger. And thanks to that, the shortest distance to Seongheun was secured. [The stigmata disappear.] The stigmata has almost disappeared. Now we really only have about a second. Jinhyuk threw himself with all his might. Quaaaang! A sprint wearing the Crown of Speed. A sh of light passed all the way to where the letters were written. Pachichik! 0.5 seconds. All the letters of the stigmata began to evaporate. Trying to move to another ce. Jinhyuk swung his dagger sharply. The de and des increased and took the form of a in sword. 0.2 seconds. The extended des touched the surface written on the letters. And that moment. ha ha ha! I got caught! Jang Bo-kyungsughter rang out. Immediately, something happened thatpletely shattered my expectations. [Stigmata has been destroyed.] [Eobs Instability Dice C Seed of Remnants is activated!] Damn it! A huge mouth appeared centered around the stigmata. Pitch ck. An abyss where nothing could be seen faced Jinhyeok. what? Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. The feeling of being possessed by something melted my brain. That too for a while. Kwasik! The huge mouth swallowed Jinhyuk whole. *** dark. Normally, over time, your eyes get used to the darkness, but here, not even a single ray of light was allowed. Grumble! [The me of the Beginning is activated!] Several fires lit up the surroundings. Even the brightest light could notpletely remove the darkness. At best, you can only see a few meters ahead. Is it a gap in another dimension, like an arrogant gathering ce? I dont know what kind of prank Jang Bo-kyung had nned, but I felt that she had prepared it much more carefully than expected. Right then. Jerk. I heard footsteps in the dark. how is it? Isnt it quite cozy? Jang Bo-kyung approached with a wry smile. And next to him . A senior manager in charge of one axis of the huge world called the Tower of Trials. Hasting, who was vaguely thought to be dead, was standing there. Is he alive? Jinhyuk muttered with an expression on his face that showed he had been caught off guard. Because I never imagined that I would see Hastings here again. Its different from Hasting, right? Thats amazing. I know this big guy. What about me I never dreamed of meeting a senior manager until I signed a contract with them. Ill take care of it from here on out. Make sure no one from outsidees to interfere. There are also Dominic and other rankers. They will take care of guarding the entrance. Dont you see that I gave up an arm because of such a careless response? The military force you brought with you wont even buy time for that mans colleagues. hey! Arent you ignoring our kids too much? Even though they know I nted it in them? It seems like you have no idea how dangerous Cheon Yu-seong or the saintess are. Moreover, if time is dyed, Ataraxias matriarch or homunculus may intervene. Yep. Please feel free toe. ha. I cant understand anything. Thats it. Anyway, I was entrusted with dominion over this space by them. At least here, please listen to me. Are you going toe out like that? Jang Bo-kyung shrugged her shoulders. He seemed a little annoyed, but he stopped being stubborn when Hasting clearly drew the line between his roles. okay. If the great former superior gives such an order, then I must follow it. Is there anything else you can do? Jang Bo-kyung turned around without any regrets and went back into the darkness from whence she came. Now, the only people in the middle of the abyss were Jinhyuk and Hasting. He went to my residence. Hasting was the first to speak. I just calmly asked about what happened. It was like that. Jinhyuk nodded. Thats where I found my sses. thats right. I also found the sses you were always wearing. Ive been through a lot of hardships while ying Tower of Trials so far, but I can count on one hand the times that Ive been very surprised. Like when I first met Saeyoung Eonhwan. When I found out that Belus was an operator of the hostile side. etc. and. His memories, seen through Hastings sses this time, were just as good as the previous ones. Jinhyuk recalled what happened at the arrogant meeting ce. Hastings antique study. There was a strangely smiling stone statue and numerous tentacles writhing around. Kukukukuk! The study room shook violently. It is not because of the intimidating feeling of the statue or the dense concentration of magical power. Its just because everything you stand on ising to an end. -You couldnt prevent destruction this time too. Hasting. -In this episode, he rose to the position of senior manager. -Thats it. -With your efforts. -With your power -It is impossible. Various voices flowed from the various faces of the stone statues. It was the exact same voice that one of the statues had spoken when they found the Book of Darkness. Three purple eyes stared down at Hastings. Yes. This was not the first time Hasting had been done. Constrained regression. Hasting was the being who was trapped in the shackles of this worlds fate, having apanied the beginning and end of the Tower of Trials several times. It was outrageous. Jinhyuk clicked his tongue as he recalled that scene. One of the questions I kept having. Most people are born with blood from a special race. Or, people who possess magical power that overwhelms everyone often rise to higher level managers. However, hasting did not apply to both cases. Arent the goblins the lowest-ranking race in the Tower of Trials? Most of them lived in dungeons on the 1st or 2nd floor, or if they did well, they could only be low-level managers. Nevertheless, the reason why it was able to be one of the seven peaks. It was thanks to him having lived through countless episodes. Jinhyuk thought back on the video he had seen at the Arrogant Gathering Center. -The tower will copse -The ancient race will dominate the entire dimension. -There is no future for those who reject it. -Next time too. Even then, the results will not change. Apocalypse covenants urred one after another. The status window was overflowing, not just once, but to the point where it colored my entire field of vision. There is no hope or future there. There is only endless abyss and fear. The situation was such that not only the great powers at the top, but also the main officials and high-ranking managers of each power were just staring nkly at the approaching apocalypse. Meanwhile. The owner of the voice once again made a suggestion to Hasting. -I will give you onest chance. Hasting. -As the man appeared, the final episode of Tower began. -Colluding with ancient beings could be one way. -and. -Watch out for a person named Kang Jin-hyuk. He will be the key to the beginning and end of everything. The memory inside the sses ended there. So I had no choice but to stick with the ancient beings. Actually thest chance. Hasting would never have been able to refuse a rope that could cut the rails of the hell train that was always heading towards a bad ending. There were still many questions remaining, but now that I had met the person in person, I would be able to resolve them. I can also understand why that guy wants to have a private meeting with me. Hasting looked at Jinhyuk with strange eyes. And then he continued speaking. If youve already seen it, theres no need to exin it again. Just as I remembered, I lived under the shackles of pharmaceutical regression to prevent the tower from copsing. I even endured it in thebyrinth on the lowest level. I even worked as a manager for other high-ranking monsters. After going through several rounds, I became the boss of the ruins and became a member of a higher-ranking force. Eventually, he rose to the position of senior manager and was able to oversee all matters of the tower. I thought that this time I would be able to change a lot of things. but. No matter how hard I tried, the results did not change. Even if I tried probably hundreds more times. In the meantime, I was informed of myst chance. cant go back This is really thest time. That pressure weighed down Hastings whole body. Ive been interested in you from the beginning. I had no choice but to pay attention to the fact that the character Kang Jin-hyuk would be the key to everything. At the night dance, he approached Jinhyeok, became acquainted with him, helped him, and watched how Jinhyeok would lead the fate of the tower in the future. You were amazing. It far exceeded my expectations. My back hurt a lot. I tried to understand, but in the end, I was the only one losing money every day. A move that cannot be imagined by an individual. however. Did you say that an angr stone attracts affection? An overly shy achievement instead aroused the ancient beings too quickly. Enough topletely shatter Hastings n. If you had grown up maintaining a certain level of goodness, I would have chosen the path to join hands with you and save the tower. Its a tug-of-war between various forces, trying to find the right bnce. I did go on a rampage a bit too much. haha. youre right. In the end, there was only one way left for me. Calm down the Primordial Being by eliminating annoying climbers. That, Hasting thought, was the only way to prevent the towers demise. In fact, the owner of the voice also said that one way is to go under the ancient beings. So, are you here to eliminate me to prevent the towers destruction? Jinhyuk looked directly at Hastings face. Instead of answering, a red spark appeared at the tip of Hastings finger. Chapter 715 Episode 715 The bondage of constrained regression (2) [Hasting activates the hidden unique window Regressors Time!] Cuckoo! Dark red sparks flew out. at the same time. Grumble! Grumble! The once hard ground became soft. Just like mud. The things that wriggled and shot up were the tentacles that ancient beings often use. Each tentacle had a single eye, and each contained magical power of apletely different nature. It lookspletely different from the previous hasting. All the karma that has been umted through numerous regressions is about to be liberated. Creepy! Jinhyuks whole body had goosebumps. Indeed Is it possible to reach this level even in a goblins body if one returns again and again? Just looking at it makes me feel like my cells are burning to a crisp. Wooooow! The light at the tip of each tentacle poured out all at once. Quang! Jinhyuk kicked out of his seat. Heavenly Demon Lords Revtion and Sword Demons Reigning Rebellion were activated at the same time, and the movement continued to leave an afterimage in the afterimage. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! Fuuuuuuu! Every ce I had stepped on just a moment ago turned into a wastnd. Its a huge carpet bombing. There were so many colorful beams of light that it was hard to imagine one person using them, and the number of them was impossible to estimate. The power was also absurd. fault! fault! Thanks to its bizarre and anomalous movements, it was able to escape without fail, but simply running away was not enough to prate Hastings gap. Then. [The unique spear Rainbow Bridge is activated!] Parts! Jinhyeoks sword was oveid with indigo and green energy. Suddenly! The beam of light that was flying was split apart. If you simply block with the upper color, the defense itself is possible, but the efficiency is extremely low. Only by using colors that match the characteristics of each beam of light can the optimal strategy bepleted. Thats amazing. I heard that abilities can be copied, but I didnt know that I could also obtain Medrays abilities. Ability and understanding are equally iprehensible. Hasting looked quite surprised. There was an unbridgeable gap between hearing information and seeing it in person. Youre not the only one surprised. Even with such strength and ability, he chose to stick with the ancient beings. Did you really think that you could prevent destruction if you didnt go against those guys? What does it mean for Azathoth to awaken? And why did I have no choice but to make this choice? You will never understand. no. Jinhyuk split the flying beam of light in half again. The cut beam of light burned the ground ck. Jinhyuks eyes looked directly into Hastings eyes. I know better than anyone else what it means for Azathoth to awaken. The strongest being that cannot be dared to face. A small creature facing such an absolute being would have no choice but to fall t on its face in awe that would destroy its spirit. but. Those who simply try to avoid the target because they think it is hopeless are not those who truly want to protect the Tower of Trials. The purpose is different. The aspirations are different. More than anything. The weight of how much one understands and values the Tower of Trials varies. Patter. The shattered beams of light fell into countless fragments. If it were me, I wouldnt have made that choice. You mean you would have fought? Even though you know its a fight you can never win? There are no absolutes in the Tower of Trials. Anyone is eligible to climb the tower. Anyone can climb to the top of the tower. Its an ideal theory. Just because the rule says so doesnt mean there is a possibility of achieving it. In response to Hastings sigh, Jinhyuk slowly opened his mouth, Floating stones and stars filling the night sky. When you look at the Milky Way with its five moons, you dont notice the passage of time. He simply monologues about the scenes he has seen. !? An earthquake urred in Hastings pupils. How did you do that? The top of the tower is open to everyone. and. No being can monopolize the end of the tower forever. New heroes are always wee. Saeyoung Eonhwan certainly said that. Looking forward to a new wind blowing into this stagnant world. Lets end this, Hasting. I have to go back because there are people waiting for me. [Infinite Library is now open!] Two books were selected from among the numerous books. As the pages turned, Jinhyeoks armament and magical powerpletely changed. [The unique spear Ouw of the Wilderness is activated!] [The unique spear Chronosphere is activated!] Parts! A red light shed on the tip of Billy the Kids gun. Because there was no Napoleons coronation, it was not possible topletely recreate the heyday. A feeling of pressure spread on a different level than when using the First de. There is definitely something about you that leaves you speechless. but. It seems you dont know everything either. At least in this space, you will never be able to win against me. Hasting looked at Jinhyeok for a moment, and as if he had decided on something, he took out the relic he had received from Jang Bo-kyung. To be exact, it was an item given to him by Sea Buck Curl. [Eobs Instability Dice cracks.] [The Elder Gods magic power is extracted.] [Conditions have been met.] [Unique Window Time of the Returner C Infinite constraint regression is activated!] The unique window began to deteriorate in a heterogeneous manner in response to the item. Moment. A strange wave spread. Jinhyeok reflexively brought up the constetions of the zodiac signs. however. [The movement of the constetions stops.] [Twelve constetions lose their light.] The barrier does not work? Lets use lostnguage. Numerousnguages were sucked into Hastings domain. A kind of unique barrier. It was also a type of confrontation used by the Elder Gods or perhaps even surpassing it. Now I will give you a taste of some of the pain I have experienced. For your information, winning or losing this fight will have no meaning in determining your future. What is that As soon as he could finish his sentence, Hasting rushed over. It was a reckless advance that waspletely different from the one where he continued to keep his distance and preferred mid- or long-distancebat. what? Jinhyuk tilted his head. This behavior is iprehensible. Because the running form was so awkward. There were so many loopholes that it seemed like no matter where I aimed, it would work. It was a bit suspicious, but responding is a priority. Chrrrrrrrr! The de extended and rushed towards Hasting, who was running towards him. however. Just as the inclothes sword was about to pierce Hasting, Hastings movements became unpredictable. A difference of one sheet of paper. The de that removed ayer of skin split the air. what! I wonder if such an attitude is possible there. I couldnt believe that he could show such boldness in a situation where even the slightest mistake could lead to instant death. Jinhyuk increased his speed by three levels. I thought I would finish it this time. but. Sigh! Puff poop! This time the result was the same. Even though it was a mix of Demon Soul Sword and Heavenly Demon Divine Art, Hasting narrowly avoided it as if he already knew everything. It was such a clumsy and rudimentary move, but Jinhyuk couldnt even graze Hastings cor. Suddenly! Hastings de grazed Jinhyeoks arm. Red blood appeared at the wound site. [Unique ability Stars Protection] Just as golden light is about to flicker. Coo thump! Huh? Jinhyuks body swayed greatly. Wounds do not heal. Not only that, but it was getting worse at a faster rate. Consciousness bes blurred. I tried using mand as well as system maniption, but I could not get back the life force that was escaping. And that moment. [Returns to 1 minute ago.] [Memories are preserved.] The worlds time has gone back. ??? Huh. Jinhyuk took a deep breath. Could it be that there was a regression? And even for such a short period of time? It feels unfamiliar, right? But you will soon get used to it. Hasting said dryly. Have you regressed too? With memories? It is a structure in which whoever dies between you and me returns. For reference, I dodged your first attack 128 times. And 535 times to avoid the next attack. It took me 2,538 deaths before I avoided thest attack and seeded in my attack. Like saying its everyday life. Hasting exined why he was able tond a blow on Jinhyuk. It certainly makes sense that if you do that, you can avoid all of my attacks with clumsy movements. but. With this structure, isnt it impossible for both of them to win? youre right. The concept of winning is bound to be diluted here. but. There is a crucial difference between you and me. I have be ustomed to this constrained regression, but if you are experiencing it for the first time, will you be able to withstand the pressure of this regression? What brilliant skills or abilities do you have? Or whether one has natural talent or sense is no longer important. Surviving without being eaten by the enormous flow of time. Those who endure without losing their reason are truly strong. The battle between the two continued once again. ??? A power that can be used under extremely limited conditions through Sybukkals relic and Hastings unique window. It was the essence of constrained regression. once. Twice ten times a hundred times. And so far away that its hard to count them. Short regressions and regressions were repeated, and the battle between Hasting and Jinhyeok continued. It doesnt end even if one side kills the other. The two mortals, trapped in an infinite bondage, continued to fight with no end. How long has it been like that? How attack and defense work. I now understand how my opponent uses patterns. The point hase where attack and defense no longer have any meaning. Why dont you give up? Phew! Hasting, who plunged the de into Jinhyeoks heart, looked like he couldnt understand. [Returns.] Puffpuffpuff! This time it was Hasting. The shattered heart soared high into the air. [regresses.] Nothing changes. Just go back a little while. Its normal to give up. It is normal to give up. Sigh! Phew! Sigh! The de cuts into the flesh. All kinds of magic and skills hit the opponents vital points. [Return.] [Return.] [Return.] [Return ] [] The spirit copses for granted. It was normal for a lost person in the dark to beg to be saved and taken out of this hell. Just like you did. It is said that it is natural to rely on a being with greater power. but. . Jinhyuk continued to think of other methods. If it doesnt work in the 1983050th round, try something new in the 1983051st round. You mean it wont break? Hasting bit his lip. No matter how great the ordeal awaits in those eyes, the burning light will not disappear. Tuk. [cier Sculpture is activated!] Damn it! The frozen spears were pointed straight at Hasting. This is a pattern you already know. The angles and timing were also perfectly understood. A new magical power formed at Hastings fingertips. [It works.] A short message came to mind. and. Puff puff puff! The frozen spear burrowed straight into Hastings body. Red blood soaked the floor. . An earthquake urred in Jinhyuks pupils. Of course, the message that the regression waspleted, which I thought would be repeated, did note to mind. instead. Tiring! A status window appeared thatpletely overturned expectations. Chapter 716 Episode 716 The bondage of constrained regression (3) Tiring! Text that appears with the status window. [Hidden copy condition achieved by resident hasting.] !? This time, Jinhyuks eyes shook violently at the message that came out of nowhere. It had to be that way. This was the first time that the copy condition was met through an opponent. [Unique Spear Time of the Returner (Limited)] Difficulty of acquisition: Not measurable. Content: You will be able to use the abilities of all sses you have used while ying Tower of Trials so far. [However, this ability can only be used 3 times.] [After 3 uses, the ability disappearspletely.] [Copied abilities are stored in the Memory of the World.] While climbing the Tower of Past Trials, you can discover many different professions. I experienced it. Of course, I also acquired countless unique abilities and unique spears. Hastings unique window was a deceptive ability that could reproduce all of that. Although there is a limit of 3, it can be said that you have obtained a version of the card that is several levels higher than Napoleons Coronation. I had mixed feelings. Only now did I realize what Hasting wanted to do. Did you intend to do this from the beginning? To give your powers to me? Cough! Ugh. Hasting vomited red blood. Even at a nce, it looks like a fatal wound. No matter how senior a manager he was, he was prated to a critical point without using any defense skills. No, in the first ce, Hasting had no will to block the final attack. Hehe. Cough! The conditions for handing over this ability are quite troublesome. But dont be too grateful. I was sure you would break in the middle. If you repeat and remember thousands of deaths, it will be broken. Hasting thought that Jinhyuk had less than a 1% chance of passing this ordeal. No matter how strong a being has patience, if the hopeless situation of repeated death and the frustration that it will never end will inevitably copse. However, Jinhyuk waspletely different from what was expected. Especially the look in your eyes at the end. That is not the look in the eyes of someone who is frustrated and trapped by an irresistible fate. No matter how hopeless the situation, there was a desire to survive. Its different from yourself. I was trying to take a different path from the life ofpromising, giving up, and settling down. so that. Hasting decided to ce hisst bet. Maybe I made that decision from the moment I met Jinhyeok again. Are you sure youll be okay? Maybe you have a better chance of protecting the tower if you stick with the ancient beings like you originally wanted to do? More than anything. If you do that, you are guaranteed the option to live. As the cycle of regression repeats, I think I will lose my sense of the weight of life and will even lightly throw away my own life due to that terrible feeling of boredom. What would it be like to tell someone who has been granted immortal life that this is theirst time? indeed. Do they wish to end their boredom and find rest? no. If thest momentes, you will be even more obsessed with life. The higher your intelligence. And the longer the life you lead. This means that the desire for survival cannot help but be deeper. however. Hasting put it all aside. There will be no regrets. It would be a lie if I said I have no regrets. Still, I have no regrets. Hastings pupils dimmed little by little. Too much blood was shed. Hasting spoke for thest time before he expired. Instead, please promise me one thing. Im listening. If you get to the top of the tower then I hope you make decisions for the tower, not for yourself. A rumor known only to the highest beings. There was a saying that if you were to see the top of the tower, the tower would grant one wish for the climber. Hasting also knows this, so he asks Jinhyuk a final favor. but. Even if I saw the top of the tower when I yed the game, nothing changed. A message saying that your wish wille true. There was no such thing as a god appearing out of nowhere. There was only a breathtakingly beautiful sight. Theres no need to say that. For this goblin, the Tower of Trials is heavier than his own life. It was a purpose that I wanted to protect even if I had to throw everything away. I didnt want to tell you the truth that would jeopardize that at this moment. Even if I reach the top of the tower, I will not make a wish that would harm the safety of the tower. Because I also cherish this tower just like you. This is enough. This is enough. Thank you. I guess I must have repeated that many times to meet you. Hastings eyes slowly closed. Fass. The broken body turned into powder and scattered. *** The battle was still going on outside of subspace. Kang Jin-hyuk what did he do? Where did you take Mr. Jinhyuk! Cheon Yu-seong and Teresa shouted at the same time. The only one who appeared through subspace was Jang Bo-kyung. Jinhyeok, who disappeared together, was nowhere to be seen. That brother is being interviewed inside right now. It will probablye back only after that proud nose has been shattered, so theres no need to look for it. This is ridiculous. I never thought there would be a fool who would break that guys nose. I dont know what happened in there, but if you dont want to get kicked, you better spit that guy out right now. well. Thats up to us to take care of it. Why dont you two worry about it more? Ssyuk. chuck. The assassins have tightened the siege. The Inquisitors surrounded Teresa. however. Kwaaaaang! Suddenly! Bloodshed broke out among the assassins who rushed in at once. As the fearsome sword river rose in all directions, the realm of the sword developed around Cheon Yu-seong. It is overwhelming power. Because no one who came into that range could avoid getting cut. Cheon Yu-seongs momentum was so different that the advantage of numbers itself became meaningless. Ugh. What is this monster? A guy like this existed? Even the rankers were scared of the numerous assassins they had been hunting. There was no point in fighting anymore. As expected, it doesnt work in this situation. Then let me add some seasoning. Jang Bo-kyung snapped his fingers. [Internal-eating seeds are activated!] The strange thing that happened was after that phrase appeared. Kwaaaaaak! Aaaahhh! A terrible scream erupted from the assassins who were attacking Cheon Yu-seong. It felt as if my entire brain was burning as I felt something unfamiliar inside my body, as if my entire organ was being pierced. That too for a while. The assassins appearance began topletely change. [Sea Buck Curls Combat Soldier appears!] The ability to be an ancient warrior by using the body as nourishment. The reason Jang Bo-kyung was able to be so confident was because she had this basic preparation. Guguguguk. Thepletely changed fighters attacked Cheonyuseong again. Although they were imitations made from seeds, each one had the power to kill and eat a decent number of rankers for a meal. Take Cheon Yu-seong and Teresa prisoner. All you have to do is ask Kang Jin-hyuk to exchange you for the Necronomicon. If you were trapped in that hellish regression space, you woulde out with your mind in tatters. No matter how great Kang Jin-hyuk was, Hastings power was not something a living being could withstand. Rather, what upset Jang Bo-kyung was the question of whether she should have prepared so thoroughly for just one person. What on earth is that guy that everyone is making such a fuss about? I know hes not an ordinary yer. Since high-ranking beings are interested in it, it must be far from ordinary. However, it is not a huge power at the top. Can he be stronger than himself, who has be an apostle of a primordial being who is literally the ultimate king of this world? This is ridiculous. Rather, it seems like this guy here is much stronger Jang Bo-kyung wet his lips with his tongue. It wasnt even 10 minutes yet, but Cheon Yu-seong had already cut down more than a dozen of Sea Buck Cals fighters. Creepy! Creepy! Pleasant goosebumps appeared on my skin. Crump! Suddenly! The sight of Cheon Yu-seong, who mercilessly twisted his neck and then cut him off, was like a demon itself. No way I cant even buy time with those who fed me seeds. That guy is even more of a monster than I thought. Now theres only one left, you. Cheon Yu-seong quickly narrowed the distance between him and Jang Bo-kyung. I guess thats the case. Jang Bo-kyung took out a spear from subspace. The moment they entered each others range. Kakagaga River! The spear and sword crossed at incredible speed. Front and back, left and right. Sprays and weeds beyond recognition created thousands of trajectories in the air. Hwiyu! Jang Bo-kyung whistled. I couldnt help but be surprised several times by the swordsmanship of Cheon Yu-seong, who was fighting in front of me. Its really amazing. If it werent for this window, I would have died more than 10 times already. Jang Bo-gyeong was fiddling with the spear, which was all white from the hilt to the de. An ego item made from a special metal from outer space and then filled with the soul of the Great Old One. It was Yaksedals Spear. A 50th-floor relic that is said to be capable of defeating a master even if given to a child. This situation, where they were unable to win even though they were using the fraudulent weapons they had received from Seabuckall, was an unbelievable sight to see. Thats what I want to say. You can withstand my sword with such poor spear skills. Its a weapon that is too much to be proud of. oh. Thanks for thepliment. Its a new product. Jang Bo-kyung smiled brightly. When I see that giggling, I keep thinking of someone annoying. Know that you will not die gracefully. Parts! Cheon Yu-seongs sword drew a sinister trajectory. Although he was still a thief, his sword did not have this much dark magical energy. Sword mile type (ħһʽ). He inherited the sword of the Sword Demon through Chuhon Sayoung. The traces and trajectories created ck afterimages. this. ck lotus is the first herbivore. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! !? The smilepletely disappeared from Jang Bo-kyungs face. *** Same time. Teresa, who was dealing with the Heresy Inquisitors, was alsopeting for seconds. Tsk! Dominics face crumpled. The Vaticans elite heresy inquisitors. They were the ones who got to this point after rigorous training and hard work. however. I never thought that even if we brought all these people, we wouldnt be able to capture just one corrupted saint. Even though my pride was hurt, it wasnt all that bad. Especially. I dont want to hurt you guys. So just step away. Teresas disgusting and pretentious remarks further hurt my pride. [Stars Protection C Archangels Radiance is activated!] Shoot. Golden waves formed an aurora behind Teresas back. The rolling waves boosted his own vitality and broke the spirit of his enemies. Stupid things! What on earth are you doing! Dominic stepped forward. Now that things havee to this, it is not the time to save and sleep. A richly decorated item appeared in subspace. [The special relic Raphaels Tortoise is activated!] It is no exaggeration to say that this relic is like poison to a Holy Knight. The stronger the divine power, the more the ability to destroy the mind was the worst match for Teresa. Aaaahhh! Teresa screamed in pain. The intense pain that felt like it would blow away all my reason at once turned my hair white. dump. He threw away his weapons and knelt down. Youre a bitch who takes a lot of effort. Dominic clicked his tongue. It was quite difficult, but somehow I achieved my goal. I definitely thought so until I saw the scene that followed. [Personality changes.] Teresas magical power haspletely changed. Chapter 717 Episode 717 How to make an Elder God Apostle good (1) Autonomous personality change. Through training with Gabriel, Teresa gained the power to freely summon another personality. And that too, in an ideal form that seeks a corrupted version of consent rather than coercion. You yed a very funny prank on Sunding? Crump! Teresa ripped off the golden rope that bound her entire body. [Activates the special skill Divinity Negation!] At the same time. He raised his greatsword high in the sky. Kukukukukuku! Instead of golden waves, a dark blue aura surged. Why can I use magic power? Dominic stuttered. At the current point in time when Raphaels Torch is being activated, all of the saints magic circuits must have been blocked. Still, I couldnt understand how it was possible to emit such a sinister energy. Thats stupid. Puff puff puff! The indigo-colored sword dug straight into Dominics shoulder. Kaaaaak! A scream came out of Dominics mouth. Thats because Im not dealing with divine power, you idiot. Sir Dominic! You sphemous man! The remaining Inquisitors wielded hellbirds and spears. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! Teresa struck down all the flying spears. And he delved into the Heresy Questioners all over the ce. Suddenly! Severed limbs were lying around in a mess. Kwaaaaak! Aaaahhh! Teresa cut down seven in an instant and targeted the eighth priest. He was the only priest who did not wear armor. Ugh! [The unique ability Saints Mercy is activated!] A subtle curtain unfolds, blocking Teresas attack for the first time. The priest scolded loudly. Why do you keep umting karma to pay for this sin! Ha! Punishment for my sins? Werent you the ones who wanted me to be corrupted? If anything, you should be happy to see me now. Because I was able to capture the witch I had wanted so much! Teresa let out augh and crushed the curtain with her strength. Quad deuk! There was a crack in the curtain. Ignorant The priests eyes turned like a rabbit. The shield, which can be said to be the ultimate form of divine power, is on the verge of being shattered by mere force. When this happened, it was Jang Bo-kyung who became impatient. Damn it. Everyone is just getting pushed around. A little while ago, when Cheon Yu-seong started using a new sword, things started to turn strange. I used not only the Intestinal-eating Seed but also the strongest relics, Eobs Unstable Dice and Yaxedals Spear. The situation was not in their favor at all. Parts! An unimaginably ominous ck energy. What rose from Cheon Yu-seongs sword was the abyss itself, the depth of which was difficult to estimate. It was definitely the first time I felt such a strange and creepy feeling since meeting Sibukkal. Dangerous. All my instincts were warning me so. He said that if he continued like this, he might fail his mission. The risk is high but I have no choice but to use that method. No, that is thest resort. First of all, we have to wait for Hasting to sort out Kang Jin-hyuk and join us. If Kang Jin-hyuk were to be defeated, that alone would greatly demoralize the enemy. Right then. [Dimensions are connected.] Parts! The world where Hasting and Jinhyuk disappeared continued. its okay! Jang Bo-kyung was delighted. It really came to a close moment, but fortunately, it looks like the game was decided before it was toote. Of course, it was normal for Jinhyuk, who had be a wreck, and Hasting to drag him out. however. Jerk. What appeared was someone whopletely trampled Jang Bo-kyungs expectations. *** What? There wasnt much need to hurry? Jinhyuk chuckled as he looked at the situation outside. In reality, not much time had passed, but in Jinhyuks time, quite a long time had passed. If it werent for the passive Cruel Heart or the perks for the first to conquer the tower, his spirit might have copsed under the shackles of constraint regression. To that extent, the battle with Hasting caused a level of physical and mental fatigue that was different from before. As expected Heh. Thats the man Sunding wants. Cheon Yoo-seong and Teresa smiled as if they knew that would happen. With this, the energy between the two became stronger. The already overwhelming gap has widened even further. Thats ridiculous. Hasting lost? On the other hand, Jang Bo-kyung could not ept the current reality. If nothing else, I thought it was impossible for a human to escape Hastings ability. Even himself, an apostle of Seabukkal, would have been ruined if he had been caught by Hastings power. So just how strong is this person named Kang Jin-hyuk? The more cases I assumed, the darker and bigger the other persons shadow felt. At the same time, the odds of winning plummeted toward the bottom. It was a bit of a struggle. Jinhyuk walked leisurely. It was a step that had no feeling of weight at all. You dont just spend time fighting Hastings through countless battles. I had a great time honing my existing abilities. Damn it Jang Bo-kyung took a step back without realizing it and widened the distance between her and Jin-hyuk. The hand holding the spear trembled slightly. My will to fight was broken before I even fought properly. Here, even the slightest stimtion will be enough. [The unique spear Rainbow Bridge is activated!] Green magical power exploded. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Jang Bo-kyung reflexively used the spear to spread the scene. But the explosion was simply a trick. The real thing was a second attack from the side. It never has to be fast. The point was to give enough time to watch and stop. Slow down! Jang Bo-gyeong swung his spear horizontally and scored the ball and move at the same time. know. Jinhyuk used his fist ording to the trajectory. The dark red light stretched out, connected by a line, towards one point of Dark Heaven Demon Emperor and Mukryun Changpa . Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! The spear flew high into the air. Then I drew several circles and stuck them in the sand. Rattling. Jang Bo-kyung trembled like an aspen on the spot. It was impossible to count how many waves passed by the ball and prated sand dunes. If it had hit, the entire face would have disappeared. good. I think this is enough to make the gap real. Jinhyuk checked the status window reflected in Eyes of Gluttony once again. [Copy conditions: Jang Bo-kyung, an apostle of Elder God, is in a state of infinite consciousness of being the chosen one and narcissism due to the choices she made. If you train her thoroughly and make her a double agent, you will be able to copy one of her unique abilities and skills. Additionally, when you retrieve three or more pieces of information from the Elder God side, you can copy the uniquence that you will obtain in the future.] [Currently, the uniquence is not fully developed.] The apostles of the ancient beings are different from ordinary apostles. Thanks to the blessings of so many high-ranking people, it is possible to develop the unique spear rooted in the abilities of the Elder Gods without much effort. Because it was still in the early stages, Jang Bo-kyungs unique talent did not exist, but it was certain that his abilities would sprout in the near future. Considering how annoying I was, I didnt want to give you a nice life, but I cant help it. This woman is a valuable spy who can retrieve information from the Elder God side. Since it could even copy the unique window, it had value in many ways. From now on, you have two options. Jinhyuk stretched his finger towards Jang Bo-kyung. however. Hah a choice? Why should I choose yours? Are you saying you wont ept the oue of the fight? You won the fight. But it would be a big mistake to think that you can make me do anything because of that. You know about the Elder Gods, right? I am an apostle under their protection. No matter what you are, you are an entity that can never be touched. Thats all it says. Jang Bo-kyung raised her head confidently. So, I hope that you will treat me fairly as a prisoner of a higher power. Well, I will give you appropriatepensation. It would be even better if you let me go like this. Hey. Still, the momentum remains. The status window also said that the sense of being the chosen one and narcissism were sky high. There is nothing wrong with that statement. I felt like I needed thorough education. Lets see. [The subspace inventory opens.] Are you inside? Yes! Master! Im here! Inside subspace, the Smander popped his head out. Bring out the thing I made earlier. Heeik? Are you serious? Yeah. I need to use some. Oh, I understand. Master, youre not going to use it on me, are you? Dont worry. Ill give it to the other kid over there. Wow. Looks like theres a really bad guy. Hehe. Itll be fun. Ill get it right away! After a while, Smander brought in different ss bottles filled with an unidentified liquid, his nose stuffed up. A special drink made especially for those who dont listen. Modern stinky tofu and mint chocte were sprinkled with plenty of m sauce, and Tanghulu, which is popr these days, was also added. After that, I add some skate and some snailfish, which are said to be good for the body. Goblins lungs and Orcs thumb ws. I didnt leave out the ogres tendons. Also known as good childrens medicine. Anyone who eats this bes good. Anyway, thats it. What are you doing? Youre not trying to feed this to me, are you? Why not? Its homemade, so dont hesitate. Jinhyeok smiled brightly and put the ss bottle to Jang Bo-kyungs mouth. What followed was hell. Gulp wweeh! wweeh! Jang Bo-kyung sobbed, shedding tears and snot. Now where is the great Elder God? Shouldnt hee down by now and save the poor Apostle? Jinhyuk chuckled and took out another ss bottle. Now what do you want to try this time? Something with Giant Bat poop? Or something with this chocte miso Greek yogurt jam? Just tell me. I hate it! Jang Bo-kyung kept trying, but the venom in her eyes had notpletely disappeared yet. Okay. The more you eat, the better you be. Its because I havent eaten much yet. Oh my. This medicine looks pretty good. Can I use some too? Teresa, who was watching with interest from one side, stretched out her hand. Its okay, but are you going to rece it with this? Yes. Sunding doesnt necessarily want to take his life. Umm. Rather, the Inquisitors would rather have an honorable death. I was going to tell you that you wouldnt want to drink this. I think its already toote. Now eat. Ill tell you how bad-tempered the fallen saint is. Teresa, with an evil smile on her face, used a funnel to pour the direct-acting drink into the throats of the Inquisitors. Gagging! Gagging! Kill me, Lord. Id rather kill you! A terrible scream filled the desert. The drink over there contained Teresas corrupt magic power, so she will probably have to live with the aftereffects for the rest of her life. Of course, even if he survived, he would not be able to give proper testimony to the Vatican. In that case, it can be said that he has paid for his sins in his own way. How long has it been like that? [The boss monster has been conquered!] The attack team that was fighting tooth and nail on the other side even defeated the final boss monster of the Great Temple of Ramses. Its neat. Jinhyeok lifted Jang Bo-kyung, who hadpletely lost her soul, with one hand. Since I was discouraged, I was thinking of taking him outside and going through the actual internship process. Then, I found Cheon Yu-seong staring intently in one direction. . Cheon Yu-seongs gaze was focused on the pure white spear stuck in the desert. It was the Spear of Yaksedal, a relic of Sibucur. Since he had defeated it in battle, he must have been thinking of taking that spear as a trophy. Oh right. I almost forgot. Jinhyuk quickly blew the whistle. OK. [Party members are summoned.] Suddenly. A white-haired boy fell from the air. Oh my gosh! I almost died of boredom waiting for that right moment. Im sorry. Im so distracted. But Ive caught a live fish thats been very excited during the battle, so Ill feel better. Yes. It definitely looks sharp. Returner Adele whetted her appetite while looking at Cheon Yu-seong. Wetting my lips with my tongue feels like watching aplete pervert. what? Cheon Yu-seong, who was trying to pick up the spear, froze. This is because my brain worked so slowly in an unexpected situation. Ah, this guy is my friend. He said he really wants to fight with you. Its definitely not because I want the window. what is it. huh? A mans loyalty! promise! trust! Its to protect that. And if youre Yooseong, youll easily get over this ordeal. Uh huh! Look at my mind. The boss has been caught and thebyrinth is starting to close, so we should hurry and get out. You guys shouldnt stay up toote and go home quickly and get some rest! If Yooseong survives, be sure to call him! Its a shame that we cant see the fight between stalker and stalker, but it cant be helped. Because he did not have the confidence to face the anger of Cheon Yu-seong, who inherited the power of the Sword Demon. Jinhyuk quickly grabbed the spear and flew towards the entrance without even looking back. Chapter 718 Episode 718 How stagnant water makes the Elder Gods Apostle good (2) The time of patience passes. The Drinking Happy Hour ended only after a considerable amount of the liquid in the ss bottle had disappeared. Now you have two options. Uh. Ugh. Which choice is it? Jang Bo-kyung, who had be quite kind(?), quickly nodded. It seems certain that the drug is effective. Its amazing to see this energetic cat be so calm. The first thing is to take all these medicines and be good forever like the friends on the news. Jinhyuk pointed to the TV hanging in one corner of the room. There were heretic inquisitors and assassins there, foaming at the mouth and muttering to themselves. Those who overdosed on the medication Teresa gave them said it was quite tragic. Hey! Jang Bo-gyeong struck with all his might. Then the second option. From now on, be an intern at ourpany and retrieve information from the Elder God side. But thats too dangerous. If you make a flimsy excuse, youll get caught right away! Thats none of my business. If you want to survive, youd bettere up with a good reason. Thanks to Hastings prank, what happened inside was not known to Seabuckall. It was all because of Jinhyeok that he was able to torture Jang Bo-kyung with ease. Jang Bo-kyung lowered her head, giving up everything. okay. Okay. Then, shall we try signing an internship contract? Jinhyuk made a me with his finger with a kind smile on his face. [The Sign of Soul has been stamped.] [yer Jang Bo-kyung will now be a member of Goinmul Corporation.] Chiiik! A new member joined with a clear brand. Right then. Mosquito! Sweet potato, which was rolling around on the bed, approached Jang Bo-kyung. Go ancient species? Jang Bo-kyung was startled and hit her butt. However, it was not a look of fear. Because sweet potatoes look so cute. Sniff! The sweet potato continued to sniff and snuggled into Jang Bo-kyungs arms. To be precise, Jang Bo-kyung showed interest in the jewels decorated on the colorful bracelet she was wearing. Hoo. I guess its quite expensive? Our sweet potatoes dont seem to know anything about it. Oh no. This is really expensive. Its really not Oh, dodger! Aaaah! A 10-carat pink diamond! Mosquitogiyi! Gogumas eyes sparkled as she snatched Jang Bo-kyungs bracelet. A game of tag continued with Sweet Potato and Jang Bo-kyung jumping around. When I saw that the sweet potato, which had been so shy, was being treated quite well, I was able to draw a rough blueprint of what position I should assign to Jang Bo-kyung. Jinhyuk sat down on the sofa and took a sip of ck tea. First of all, I put out the urgent fire, but this time the ending was not neat. The same goes for Elder Gods intervention and hasting. As major variables appeared one after another, it became impossible to secure all the items that needed to be obtained. Of course, what I gained was enormous. First of all, it is no exaggeration to say that it was luck that I was able to copy Hastings unique window. Although I had many bad encounters with Hasting, I ended up receiving the greatest help. next. Jinhyuk called up the abilities stored in the memory of the world. Tuk. A book was selected from the Great Library. It was an ability that was copied after the match between Cheon Yu-seong and Adele was sessful. [Unique Ability Willow Sword] Difficulty of obtaining: SSS Content: A soft sword can break a strong sword. After Payne von Adel reached the pinnacle of the sword, hepiled the sword into eight pieces. The type of expression that can be performed varies depending on the level of the casters swordsmanship. The ability of the founder of the sword that reached the pinnacle of the world. This will take existing swordsmanship to a higher level. Its a little disappointing that I couldnt copy the unique spear. A hundred ghost nights. The unique spear that can control the ghosts of the world where Adele lived was one of the abilities that she really wanted to obtain. An oriental necromancer I cant stand this. It will take 90 days to copy again. By maintaining my rtionship with Adele, I had a reason to continue my rtionship. Jinhyuks eyes turned to the pure white window this time. In addition, obtaining the Spear of Yaksedal, a relic of Seabukkal, was a useful achievement. [Yaxedals Spear] Difficulty of acquisition: Unmeasurable Attack power: 1770000 Durability: 5150255 / 5280000 Special ability; Even those who are ignorant of spears can be made to the level of masters, and if masters handle this spear, they will be able to use the exclusive javelin techniques of the Elder Gods. (However, the type of javelin that can be used depends on the owners abilities.) Material characteristics: This spear can also be used as a material item for other items. (However, depending on the cksmiths skill, the existing abilities may be upgraded, havepletely different characteristics, or even be downgraded.) The attack power itself was enormous, but what was even more amazing was the javelin throwing skills of this spear. Not anything else. You can use Elder Gods exclusive javelin technique. Using it as an ingredient isnt a bad option either. If used well, it can be made into a much better weapon. If you secure two ingredients, you can use it as a card to appease Cheon Yoo-seong, who is very angry. Jinhyuk organized step by step what he gained and what he needed to gain through this raid. At the same time, I thought deeply about the direction in which we should move forward. It was then. Quang! The hotel visit waspletely ruined. They were not enemies of other guilds. How long are we going to have to wait? It was because of the visit of Her Majesty, who was aching from resting all day after the raid. Ha. I said I needed some time because I had a lot of work to do. Jim doesnt know that! We promised to y together, so he demands that the contractor fulfill his sacred duty! Ellis, who had swept up all the luxury goods from all kinds of department stores, adjusted his sunsses and made a threat. Come to think of it, there was a lot of news that Te Xs Musk came to Vegas and was pushed by a foreign girl. I guess it was you, but was it you? Jinhyuk pressed his itching temple. Ahem. Jim beat up that arrogant guy at poker. Dont worry about money and go on a date. Okay, okay. Lets go. Jinhyuk stood up. Anyway, the follow-up meeting regarding this incident will be held tomorrow. There is still time until then, so you can rest for now. ??? After Alice hit the jackpot at Wynn Casino, they offered her a full course treat. Well said, its a treat. This means that we will not let you go until you continue to stay at this hotel and spit out all the money you won through gambling. Still, Ill give it a try. Suites and top-ss restaurants. Since private service is provided no matter what you want, it wouldnt be a bad choice to kill time. More than anything, I liked Ellis. Oh oh! Ellis eyes sparkled. The course dishes created by the chef, who is said to be the hottest these days, boasted vors that are difficult to taste even in Korea. In particr, the various meats, seafood, vegetables, and seasonings from the Tower of Trials created a ripple effect thatpletely shook the existing restaurant industry. Wow. Its really delicious. Teresa also covered her mouth with her hand, as if she was really impressed. . Only Cheon Yu-seong was fiddling with the knife with a stern expression. Uh-huh. Yoosung. I use that for eating. I dont use it for stabbing people. Now stop being sober and try this. Shut up! Quang! Cheon Yu-seong plunged the knife down. Exactly between the fingers of Jinhyuks right hand where he was trying to hand over the meat. Gulp Cold sweat ran down my spine as I looked at the knife stuck between my index and middle fingers. The principle is to share the spoils of battle equally. But didnt you always hit me in the back after a raid? Thats a bit harsh. Who said they wouldnt give it to me? I was trying to use that as material to make a better weapon. This bastard until the end! Life began to bloom from Cheon Yu-seongs body. But its okay. Dont be scared. This guy suffered serious internal injuries from the battle with Adele. Right now, it is impossible to even use the magic power in my body. Jinhyuk hit the flying knife with his spoon. Kakakakakang! Tableware crossed dozens of times in the air. Even though hecked magical power, his unique swordsmanship did not disappear. What are you doing while eating? It was only after seeing Ellis hair standing on end that the two peoples war of nerves was finally able toe to an end. Well see. Its not over yet. Well see, theres no one thats scary. Except me. Jinhyuk stuck out his tongue and popped the dish with sea urchin and tuna into his mouth. Right then. hmm? Something caught Jinhyuks sense of taste. It was definitely delicious, but it felt strange. An ordinary person might be able to eat it without knowing it and say it is delicious, but it was an ufortable feeling that anyone who really knows food would inevitably notice. Wow. How can it taste like this Jim thinks the same thing. Tsk. Heres one more te. Three idiots. Well, vampires are a race that only knows the taste of blood but is slow when ites to gastronomy. Teresa, who only did volunteer work, also practiced frugal eating habits. I think of rice as a nutritional supplement, and if I tell Geomseong, who only eats Bonggu and rice burgers throughout college, my mouth will only hurt. A top-notch restaurant makes this mistake Is it possible even if the ingredients at the top are still unfamiliar? well. Rather than that the eyes of gluttony shone sharply. [Currently, the special items Estrafas Spores and Dawn Dew are spread throughout this restaurant.] As expected. Someone yed a prank on me. Estrappas Spore is an item that can be obtained at the Traitors Execution Ground on the 5th floor of the Tower of Trials. It has the property of changing the taste of food over time, and because it is so difficult to distinguish, it is strictly prohibited from being brought into any restaurant on the 5th floor. but. Thats a story from inside the tower. In modern times, such information was inevitably limited. Especially in the case where not only spores but also dawn dew are mixed together like now, unless you are a very good cook, you will never be able to tell the difference. Right then! Ha! Im not kidding. You gave this to the guests to eat? Tell the chef toe out here! At one table, a cold-looking man raised a handkerchief. Theres no need to get involved, but After seeing the photo hanging on the corner of this restaurant, my nspletely changed. The coincidence is amazing. Could it be that this is rted in this way? The corners of Jinhyuks mouth drew a long crescent moon. Maybe Ill be able to get all the rewards I couldnt get during the main event. Chapter 719 Episode 719 Saint Repales Restaurant Saint Repales Restaurant. Although it is a restaurant with a rtively short history that was established after the Tower of Trials appeared, it quickly became a hot spot that caught everyones attention thanks to the genius chefs cooking skills and appropriate marketing. At this rate, it is only a matter of time before it receives a Michelin star. It was a flowery road that went smoothly. Piego, the chef here, is faced with the crisis of his life. Are you serving this as food? The customersint was justified. Because the taste of food has changed. Although it was true that he had made the dish, a strange unpleasant feeling lingered on the tip of his tongue. Something must have gone wrong. sorry. I will bring it back right away. Piego immediately bowed his head. The opponent is a notoriously famous gourmet. If you make a clumsy excuse here, it will actually be poisonous. Admitting the mistake and bringing a more perfect dish may be the only way to quell the anger. The problem is What are we going to do now? Ive beening here a lot because I heard it has the best reviews these days. or not. Does this mean its okay to just ignore my criticism? They think its at a level thats not worth worrying about at all. Gourmet Pablo put down his knife violently. Taang! The sound of metal echoing across the table was particrly loud. Is that possible? I apologize once again. This time, we will find out the cause, so please let go of your anger. Its thest time. Keep that in mind. of course. The taste of the dish I brought back also changed strangely. It was only when Piego entered the kitchen again that he realized what was wrong. Food ingredients are changing. I dont know why, but all the vors and aromas I knew were subtly ruined. dissonance. In a course meal that pursues a high degree of harmony, small cracks ultimately ruin the entire dish. Of course, it was not a matter to be taken lightly. What should I do, Chef? If this continues, other customers will soon notice that the taste has changed. I received a request to see the chef in person in the VIP room. Many people, including high-ranking executives from variouspanies and celebrities, were gathered here. Of course, the host, Master Gray of the Dreadlore Guild, was also watching this scene from the VIP room. Piegos face turned an earthy color. at the same time. His eyes turned to the VIP room on the second floor, where he was fully supported. Another being was watching all of this beyond the heavily tinted window. Damn it. Whats going on? Grays eyes suddenly crinkled. Due to therge number of victims in the main event, it is already a headache to clean up the situation. In the meantime, this banquet was a golden opportunity to blow away all the troubles so far. Green Magic Stone Mine is known as the energy source of dreams. and. More important than that is the connection with the residents of the top floor of the Tower of Trials. This means that it is an opportunity to secure both at the same time. Grumbling. Gray gritted his mrs vigorously. The agent who came here happened to belong to the most powerful force among the zodiac. Moreover, because he had a special interest in food, he purposely prepared this event. Hmm. I had some expectations since they confidently rmended this ce. I guess my expectations were too high. The being sitting across from Gray lightly shook his wine ss. It was Seong-sun from Orae-guk who attended this event as a representative of the Chinese zodiac. As the bnce of the tower was turbulent, I deliberately came to modern times to collect useful cards, but it was difficult to find a character Ipletely liked from top to bottom. just a small problem. is that so? They say you know ten when you see one. In Oreulguk, we dont entrust heavy responsibility to people who make small mistakes. Seongsun knew what caused this Sadal. Dew of Dawn to Spores of Estrappa. It was a prank by mixing the ingredients in the tower. It must be a ce called the Titan Guild. They were also trying to establish a connection with us through the Ruins of Lewis Coldmain. It doesnt matter who did the prank. What is important is how neatly this work ispleted. Because we were looking for someone with that kind of skill. Buzz, buzz! Amotion broke out as several guests also began to notice the strange incident. Right then. Hey, the chef must be in a lot of trouble. A new person intervened. It was Jinhyuk, smiling brightly. *** I never would have thought that the chef here had connections to the Dreadlore Guild. Jinhyuk walked leisurely. A sh of inspiration came to me when I saw a photo hanging in a corner of the restaurant. As the person who nned this incident and each others interests were identified, a n began to be drawn up step by step. The interesting thing here is I have met the guy who is raising his voice right now, as if in passing. When I first met Seo Jeong-hee in Korea. While we were enjoying a wonderful meal at the Shi Hotel, that man was among Seo Jeong-hees group. At the time, its presence was so faint that I didnt pay much attention to it. Was your main focus on cooking? They said they are recruiting talented people from various ces. If I hadnt received information about Seo Jeong-hee from Kim Hee-woong, I would have ignored it. Anyway, I got all the cards I needed. Jinhyuks gaze nced towards the second floor. There are two magical powers that can be felt. One would be Gray, who was worried. The other one was someone who exuded the magic power unique to the Chinese zodiac. Considering that Beriel and the Egyptian side are waging war in the Demon World, it would be necessary to make a clear impression here. What is going on, sir? Piego looked at Jinhyuk approaching and let out an invisible sigh. They probably think theres another customer who wants toin. Its nothing else. Ive experienced something like this before, so I thought Id help you out. yes? Piego closed his eyes like a turtle. That has to be the case. Piego has been cooking for his entire life. The problem that Piego is holding on to with both hands and feet. Of course, it would feel absurd if one of the customers suddenly offered to solve the problem. Im sorry, but I dont think that will work. We will try to resolve it somehow. The sous chef and the rest of the chefs immediately showed signs of difficulty. Well, I guess this is amon reaction. This is unfortunate. I thought thebination of Japanese Wagyu mixed with White Sprout and Melon Tangerine was very creative. Words uttered as if mumbling. thathow? Piego took a deep breath at that indifferent word. This is because he discovered his secret recipe so urately. Anyway, chef, you have nothing to lose one way or another, right? This is what happened. Just trust me. . Piegos lips were tightly closed in a straight line. surely. If things continue like this, all that is left is destruction. I didnt know if this was a rotten rope or a salvation rope, but I instinctively felt that I had to grab it. Please do me a favor. Piego bowed his head. chef! No, are you serious? How much worse can it get! Opposition continued, but the head chefs decision had already been made. Immediately Jinhyuk entered the kitchen. Grumble! A fire broke out and a new dish began to be created. All you have to do is offset the corruption. No, rather, thanks to my clumsy use of dawn dew, I came up with a way to enhance the vor even more. [Lv77 Other World Restaurant is activated!] Other World Restaurant is used as often as the attack skill, both inside and outside the tower. It was not once or twice that I had to hold arge banquet alone after a huge battle. His cooking skills are already top-notch even among the entire Tower of Trials. He possessed enough skills to make even the gods of Olympus throw away the panties they were wearing and run to him. The dazzling and extravagant hand movements that were invisible to the eye continued. No matter how funny they look at us, thats true. Do you think people who have been eating high-end cuisine their whole lives even know how to make it? Youll be lucky if they dont serve hamburgers. It didnt take long for the chefs expressions of disbelief to change. How many minutes have passed? By the time the dish reachedpletion. The sound of coughing, which was full of dissatisfaction, had turned into the sound of spitting. Gulp. Gulp. A very delicious smell irritated the tip of my nose. I was madly curious as to how on earth they could make such a dish with such perishable ingredients. At least a little taste of yam yay! Sigh! The relentless use of chopsticks pounded the back of my hand. I give it to the guests first. Then eat it. Tsk. Jinhyuk clicked his tongue and went out with the food. The first thing to target was Pablo of the Titan Guild, who came here with dark intentions. Its a new dish. Lets try it. Keuhum! Pablo cleared his throat loudly. It smells good, but thats probably it. never. There is no way an outsider who doesnt even know how to cook would find out about this secret prank. There is no way that awakened people who are only skilled inbat could know the nature of archaic and secret formalities. No, even if the taste was somewhat decent, I had no intention of giving it a good review. Because I only nned to move as written in the script. but. soil. The moment he took a bite of the food, Pablos lips moved without realizing it. How about this? Jinhyuk asked. . Pablos eyes became moist. For a moment, tears flowed down in hot streams. The higher the pride one has in an industry. If youe across something that is untouchable, you do not try to belittle it. Purely. I had no choice but toply and admire the new and admirable workmanship. great Pablo said somethingpletely different from what he intended. *** Khahaha! Seongsun from the VIP room, who got to taste the dish at the same time, also showed the same reaction. I was curious to see how things would go, and this was more than I expected. Gray hurriedly stood up. Are you okay? The food tasted great. More than that that person is helping you. Can we say that Mr. Gray and Kang Jin-hyuk have a friendly rtionship? Anyone can see that Seong-soon is showing interest in Jin-hyuk. There was only one answer Gray could answer. Close We are staying together. The guild master officially acknowledged it. The Dreadlore Guild is no longer hostile to the Goinmul Corporation. Seongsoon nodded as if he was satisfied. In return for providing an interesting spectacle, I will report positively on the mining rights to the mine and your evaluation of you. Thank you! Then I will wake up first. I think I need to report it to my superiors quickly. Seongsuns body was covered with white clouds. And it could be said that it was almost the same time. smart. Someone knocked in the VIP room. I know who it is without even having to check. Come in. Gray slumped down in his seat. It rattled. The door opened and Jinhyuk came in, whistling. How thoroughly will I be punished for this incident? And how much less will I be able to suffer from this leech-like stagnant waste? They met in one ce, focusing on each others interests. This is the game from now on. Chapter 720 Episode 720 Preparation for the Great War (1) Wow. Some people eat together with other people downstairs, but some people enjoy eating in a private ce like this? I wonder if this is something I should live with. is not it? Jinhyuk stuck out his mouth and grunted. After them, Ellis, Cheon Yu-seong, and Teresa came in. The main members of the Goinmul Corporation, which had been giving Gray so much trouble, were gathered together. Whoa. Gray let out a long sigh. I tried to calm down by pressing my aching temples, but the headache did not go away easily. However, you cannot do it ording to your nature. Anyway, the opponent is a benefactor. He was the one who neatly concluded a deal that almostpletely fell apart. Since he had already dered in front of everyone that he would stop hostilities, he could not be treated carelessly. Did youe here to eat? huh. My little boy said he wanted to eat something delicious. Jim is not a kid! Ellis jumped up from his seat. Even so, all I could see was a 150cm tall girlining a lot. For whatever purpose you came. We owe you a great debt. I appreciate it. Hoo. This time Jinhyuk looked slightly surprised. I thought he would make up all kinds of excuses to belittle me, but surprisingly, Gray meekly acknowledged what happened. Still, hes the leader of a group. True to its nickname, The Gray Wolf. Is it the style to coolly move on? Then it will be easy to talk about. I didnt ask forpensation, but there is something we need a little help with. Tell me. I understand that the association stores the rewards for this main event in one ce. Can you tell me the location? What? Gray squirted out the same wine he had been drinking. It had to be that way. What Jinhyuk wants to do now is obvious to anyone who can see it. From Grays point of view, he wanted to end the matter by honoring Jinhyuk and providing appropriatepensation. It was like encountering a storm that far exceeded expectations. Jinhyuk Ji? ha. Were you nning on stealing? Fuhahaha! It is indeed Jims contract. If you want something, just take it away. From the beginning, struggling to get a product was not Jims cup of tea. Various reactions followed. Either way, Jinhyuk still looked at Gray with a bright smile. Thats a crazy idea. Do you know how tight the security is there? There are much more dense and diverse barriers and barriers than those installed at the main event site. Not even a single ant can enter. Hmm. Thats not wrong either. If you push yourself too hard, youll probably find a way, but low-risk high-return is my motto. In that sense, I need to help you with one more thing. Jinhyuk took out a piece of paper and handed it to Gray. There was a truly crazy n written there. Kugit! The paper was crushed mercilessly. Do you really think I would participate in something crazy like this? of course. If you want to improve your rtionship with Seongsun, wouldnt it be better to ept my offer? Only I know the list of his favorite dishes. You knew that I was in contact with the Zodiac? And thats because you singled out Seongsun? Stand tall. Grays movements stopped. How do you know? The unique magic of old soup is sticky, and if you dont notice it, its not stagnant water. Moreover, it is Seong-soon who likes gourmet food and is in charge of wandering around in Oreuri-guk. Theres only one guy. Jinhyuk walked over to the empty sofa and sat down. Dont think about it too much. There is a saying like that. If you rob a warehouse, you are a thief, but if you rob a country, you are a hero. Stealing can also be romantic on a different scale. ruler. Now, lets stop with the long-winded push-and-pull. Its time to make a choice. Will you participate in this great work or not? It all depends on Grays choice. *** The night of October 30th. In Las Vegas, USA, there were crowds of peopleing to enjoy Hollywood. Puff puff poop! Wow. The countless fireworks and the breathtaking parade were a feast for the eyes and ears. The cosy worn by various people also added to the enjoyment of seeing it. Its been a while since I had a break like this. Headband with red horns. Teresa, wearing a short ck dress and a devils tail, waved a trident-shaped balloon spear. On the other hand, Ellis, wearing round wings and angel rings, was constantly looking up and down in a full-length mirror,paring herself to Teresa. I do not like it. When will Jim get his original body back! Alices whole body was shaking as if her pride had suffered a serious blow. Tsk. I dont have any time to waste on useless things like this. Cheon Yu-seong, wearing a dragon robe, sat down on the railing and opened a thick medical book. They are still waiting for therge-scale theft that will begin at midnight, but they still look unsure if this is the right thing to do. Still, I cant help it. Among the rewards from the main event, there was an item that Cheon Yu-seong definitely wanted to get. Even if he wasbeled a dastardly thief, achieving a greater goal was more important right now. Same time. Jinhyuk was sitting on an outdoor bench a little away from where the parade was being held. In front of them are Jang Bo-kyung and Ivankovic of the Dreadlore Guild. And there stood Adele, the returnee. Of course, they were also in cosy so as not to create a sense of difort. What about your promise? I caught it. Go to hotel suite room 3501 by 9 oclock. Jang Bo-kyung answered, trying to cover herself with a face distorted in shame. The cosy of a pr bear holding a Coca-C must still be awkward. good job. Then we can go right away. Ivankovic and Adele greeted security at the entrance to prevent other kids from entering the building. Jinhyuk yed with the cute squirrel mask from the animation. Its been quite a long, bad rtionship so far, and now its time to end it. *** Crackling. Crack. In a hotel suite with a panoramic view of the gorgeous night view, Seo Jeong-hee was constantly picking at her fingernails. driving me crazy. I really dont know where it went wrong. From one to ten. Everything was literally messed up. Now I have used up all the cards I prepared. Even his own position within the Titan Guild was in jeopardy. are you okay. You need to stay calm. Seo Jeong-hee struggled to catch her breath. He is a new nobleman who is different from ordinary people. He is a key talent who will lead the world in the future. Just because of something like this, everything wont fall apart. never. When Jang Bo-kyunges, you will be able to hear the whole story. It has been confirmed that he has received protection from a higher power, so it is certain that he will provide a new direction. Its too early to give up. It was a time when I was trying so hard to console myself and wait for Jang Bo-kyung to arrive. Quaaaang! A huge explosion was heard below the hotel. at the same time. Its an intruder! The security chief kicked down the door and came running in. Which one? You mean to attack the residence of a new nobleman without fear? The number of bodyguards here is over 100? However, even though it was a moment when I should have shouted with confidence, my whole body was engulfed in uncontroble fear and terror. Invite VIP immediately! The security chief urgently gave an order. Private security forces armed with magical bullets and yers specialized in closebat formed a defensive formation with Seo Jeong-hee at the center. If anything were to happen, the elevator itself was on the verge of turning into a beehive. no way. Ding! Ding! Ding! The elevator moved at high speed. I guess not. Ding! Ding! Ding! It doesnt stop. The elevator continued upward, passing by the stairs. Without stopping for a single moment, I reached the 30th floor where Seo Jeong-hee was. And when the door finally opened. Damn it! Cold frost began to form from the elevator down the hallway. Hey! Seo Jeong-hee took a step back without realizing it. Because the personing out of the elevator was so scary. A hammer filled withrge acorns. A figure wearing a cute squirrel mask walked out, giggling. Its a visual I dont want to encounter, even in my dreams. Kill! The head of security gave an order. Ta-ta-da-da-da-dang! Puff puff poop! Kwaaaaang! Magic bullets and countless magic rained down. An annihtion attack that concentrated firepower in a narrow hallway. No matter how raw meat he is, he is bound to suffer great damage in this environment. however. Kkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkil! Gergelgelgel! The unidentified intruder let out a horrifying roar and dodged between bullets and magic. Quang! Kick off the ground and run forward. Squirrel Man, running at incredible speed, swung his hammer. Even so, with a weapon like that Kueh! Flutter! The thick acorn shaped the face of the man in the lead. Corn and blood spurted out of the mouth at once. Muscle Squirrels staple food, Protein Muscle, avable on the 14th floor of the Tower of Trials. It was a special acorn that could not even be bitten by anyone with a tooth grip strength of 3 tons or less. Puff puff puff! The security chief stood in front of the squirrel, which instantly reduced the security guards to a pulp. Sreung! A long sword was pulled out. They seem like useless people who only eat food. Choi Hee-jae of Ghost Sword. Currently ranked AAA. Even though he was not S-rank, he was a ranker who was evaluated as being close to S-rank in interpersonal battles. Kakakakakakang! The sword and the hammer intersected dizzyingly in the air. Thats ridiculous. A soulless sigh flowed from Choi Hee-jaes mouth. A squirrel can use such sophisticated swordsmanship. No, more than that, this level of skill was a level that was hard to find even among the top rankers of the 7 major guilds. I dont think I can win I just cant believe it. The moment his hand parted the air, Heejae Choi felt that he had lost. Kwasik! As it was, my chest sank in. All of my ribs were shattered, so I would have to scream for several days without even being able to breathe. Uuuu Seo Jeong-hee leaned against the ss window and trembled. We finally meet again. It took a lot of hard work to get here. My headache was quite painful. Jinhyeok said, wiping off the blood on the hammer. I mean this. To be honest, I ignored them because they were new nobles and all. After dealing with it in person, I found it to be quite annoying. Please save me. I will do anything. anything! A typical begging for life followed. Its so obvious that Im sick of it. okay? Really? Of course! If you let me live, I promise you 10 billion won, no, a new position of nobility! Hey. Im thankful it makes me cry, but theres no need for that. If you just hand over the key to the Titan Guilds personal safe, I will consider it positively. Even if its not the guild master Sashas main safe. If it is a key to a public safe, I know that executives have the key. Some of the materials needed for the war against Eden lie there. Seo Jeong-hee fumbled, took a key out of her pocket and threw it away. Take this and shake out everything inside. Jinhyuk threw the key to Jang Bo-kyung behind him. however. The moment Seo Jeong-hee saw Jang Bo-kyung. The servile eyespletely changed. Jang Bo-kyung! Kill that guy! Jang Bo-kyungs unique ability was recognized by rankers ofrge guilds. Jang Bo-kyung would have been able to recognize the terrorist attack and block Jin-hyeok while the Titan Guilds elite arrived. Of course, Jang Bo-kyung didnt even give her a nce. Rather, as Jinhyuk had told me, I took the key and turned toward the elevator. You really cant forgive until the very end. Recycling is possible for both stic and general waste. Food waste has no choice but to be burned. Please save me. Didnt you say that you would let me live if you handed over the key? Hmm. Well, thats also true. Jinhyuk, with a hammer draped over his shoulder, nodded. Still, a promise is a promise, so letspromise a little. okay. But I cant just ignore you, so Ill give you just three hits. Does this mean I only have to endure it three times? Okay, no more, no less, just endure 3 hits. Quaaaang! One wall waspletely blown away. Please note that this is the standard for one unit. Chapter 721 Episode 721 Preparation for the Great War (2) In front of the strange hexagon-shaped building, the Halloween parade was reaching its peak. thud! thud! thud! Puff puff poop! Fuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu! March and fireworks. And a festival thatbines alcohol and music! It was a new experience, but it was a moment where I realized once again how grand and huge Halloween is in my hometown. Is the workpleted well? Gray, wearing a hood, opened his mouth. so so. I paid back what was due and got what I deserved. Seo Jeong-hee is quite a famous person. I dont know what they were thinking, but they did something that I couldnt handle getting rid of simply out of revenge. Well, thats something I have to worry about. haha. Really, I have to give you some credit for your guts. Actually, thats the only way something like this can happen. Its okay to talk loudly, please just bide your time. The more shy and eye-catching it is, the higher the chances of sess will be. No matter what country it is, more than 30 minutes is too much. You know, right? Thats enough. Jinhyuk lightly rxed his joints. From now on, you will have to infiltrate the most heavily guarded ce in the world except the Tower of Trials. like that. Everyone moved to their respective positions. * * * Oooh! Rogues dressed in Star Hiss. Hiss. They were Dreadlore yers wearing gray and whitebat uniforms with ck helmets. And of course that was the timing when people in Jedi cosy were marching. Jedi against the Empire. It truly is a moment that warms your heart. Oooh! What did the organizers prepare? This Halloween is going really well! good. Lets hang out as much as we can! May the Force Be with You! Two waves tangled on the road. Wow! Push! A huge roar rang out. Suddenly, arge-scale war event urred in the middle of the parade. The aftermath of a franchise soaring in poprity was beyond imagination. So much so that itpletely shakes the security of Hexa Tower. Of course, the association is not stupid and has prepared for this situation. Or rather, it would be more urate to say that they preferred to have this kind ofmotion happen. [The 8-star confrontation system Center of the Storm is activated!] [The stronger the effects of noise and crowd, the more advantage is given to the stealth of the base!] The more noisy the barrier bes, the denser and harder it bes. Characteristics of. Therefore, the association deliberately built a hexa tower here and gathered the main items. but. Someone was deliberately destroying the cornerstones that formed the foundation of the barrier. [The cornerstone of the barrier (East B-3) will be destroyed!] [The cornerstone of the barrier (South D-8) will be destroyed!] This makes no sense unless you are an insider of the association or a high-ranker of the 7 major guilds. The problem is that there is no way to know who is destroying the cornerstone because so many people are crowded together. Turn on the CCTV! What are the magic-loving barrier priests doing? Without immediately understanding the situation. Just in case, check the safe again. rm magic and various barriers and shields. All manpower was mobilized to check such things. so that. Jerk. They missed the essential thing. [The 10-star barrier Multiverse is activated!] [The zodiac sign Aquarius is activated!] The same safe and the same defensive magic spread on it. To be exact, the security guards at Hexa Tower believed that the fake safe imitating the original was real and tried to tightly guard it. With this, all chances of additional saboteurs disappearing. In other words. This means that they have created a tform that allows treasures to be stolen without anyones interference. Its bad, but I think the other person was very bad. Jinhyuk took a step toward the real safe. Gray distracted them and destroyed the cornerstones, giving them time to y pranks. As Jinhyeok, who had reached the peak of the barrier, this level of barrier was nothing more than a snack for a meal. Right then. A red phrase appeared before Jinhyuks eyes. [The guardian of the vault awakens!] When all the barriers were shattered, the trap prepared by the elementalists and summoners was activated. okay. There were still more security measures left in the real safe. Koooooo! Gooooh! The knights, their bodies covered in iron armor, took out various types of weapons. In addition, various golems awakened in response to the intruders. Arge army that leaves you speechless even at a nce. I heard that the association is manufacturing arge number of guardians to target the upper echelons. At this scale, it seemed possible to attack any number of ruins. It kind of makes sense what Gray said was crazy. In addition to the barriers and barriers, there were plenty of cards prepared. of course. Thework of people I have umted while climbing the Tower of Trials for quite a long time is not easy. This means that they have called in enough strong reinforcements to fight. Giggle! You mean I can kill as much as I want? Casey and Jude Law held long hellbirds and scythes. Whew. He said he would take me on a filial piety tour to the United States. Was it all a scam? Im on vacation! Above all, why am I required to make 100 summoning sculptures every month!? Min Jeong-woo and Lee Yu-ri were also forced to board a ne to the United States against their will. So you dont want to quit? Jinhyuk gently grabbed the dagger. The effect was clear. I havent had a fighttely, so Im feeling itchy. Miss Yuri Lee. Joochi! During vacation, I get into trouble. Ill show you how Hell Joseon college students have fun! [Min Jeong-woo activates Fire Spirit!] [Lee Yuri activates Red Sea Army!] Cuckoo! Warriors made of fire and statues receiving Egypts protection became gigantic. Both of them are yers who specialize inrge-scale battles! This time, you will get a great deal on the price of the meal. Immediately a huge battle broke out. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! Quaaaang! As the great army collided in a long line, magic power and the sound of explosions filled the field of vision. And Jinhyeok leisurely crossed the gap and reached the associations safe. Titanium door reaching approximately 10m. The thickness also seemed to be easily over 30cm. Jinhyuk chuckled and ced his palm on the door. Id like to try some martial arts after a long time. The quality of magical power haspletely changedpared to when it was mainly used in the martial arts world. [Dark Heavenly Demon Emperors 9th Type.] Wow! The magic power umted in the body rotated roughly counterclockwise. [Nine Heavens Advent is activated!] Ugly sparks exploded from the dark red storm. Then at that moment. Quad deud deuk! The iron door began to cave in around my palm. [The safe door opens!] Coo! Quaaaang! Both sides of the door copsed, front and back. Thick dust came out. And when my blurry vision returned, I felt drool running down my throat. Hey, look at these? Jinhyuk, who entered the safe, whistled. No matter how new they may be, 7 billion is a treasure that people have worked hard to gather. Among the items in the safe, there were even quite a few that could surprise Jinhyeok. Still, the top priority is gathering the key materials needed for the uing great war against Eden. [You have acquired Arces Golden Reins!] [You have acquired 1 kg of beeswax from Itklur Desert!] Jinhyeok wandered around the inside of the safe with eagle eyes. In addition to the core materials, everything that seemed useful was swept into the subspace inventory. Because time was so tight, it was quite a task to select only the key points. shit. Time is running out. Graysts only 30 minutes. Even if you made a fake bait, it will be discovered quickly. If it is known that you havemitted theft, it is obvious that everyones attention will be focused on you, so you must avoid that at all costs. Then. [Spirit beasts of the five major elements are summoned!] Master! Did you call me? Subspace opened up and familiar spirit beasts poured out. Among them, sweet potatoes, soft ck cranes, havelian and fried food were included. okay. Theres no need for it because I dont have time. When you look at it, it looks expensive its not. Collect and bring everything that looks delicious by your standards. The habits of Shinsoo and Hwansoo reacting to luxury goods. If you use it, you will be able to collect mainly the most expensive items. In this way, a thorough division of roles was achieved. [Lucid Dream Pill has been acquired!] [10 top-level reinforcement books have been acquired!] [Golden Cloud Generator has been acquired!] [Acquired!] Rumble. As everyone poured out the items they had collected with both hands, a big smile appeared on Jinhyuks lips. Amazing, Great. No, this is a huge hit. In fact, we only selected the most valuable items collected from the awakened associations of powerful countries. Although it was unfortunate that I was the only one not able to find the final product of the main event, it was no exaggeration to say that 99% of the goals were achieved. no. No. Jinhyuk, who was satisfied, shook his head. How did we be satisfied with 99%? There are 15 minutes remaining. There were still more corners left where mulberries could be picked. Even if its not 100%. It must be filled to 99.99% for the stagnant water to be freed. Guys. Jinhyuk gathered everyone who worked hard. Its dinner time now. Since we are distributing special meals, I hope that for the next 10 years, you will remember what happened today and repay the blessings of this body. Dontin orin for no reason. got it? Facing a mountain of various magic stones in front of him, Jinhyeok spread his arms wide as if he were giving away his own. Mosquitoy! The sweet potato opened its mouth. Hmm. For some reason, you prepared a table worthy of this noble body. Miyooooo! Crumbling! From soft ck cranes, fried food, and the fantastic beast, Havelian. Oh oh! Thank you, owner! Ill eat well! lol. If you think about it, wouldnt our owner be a good person? then! The owner is the only one who takes care of us. Everyone be quiet. Head hurts. The spirit beasts of the five major elements also ate up their appetites and rushed to the pile of magic stones. Crunch! Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh! The sound of the magic stone breaking and being chewed rang loudly. When exactly 30 minutes had passed. The safe was reduced to little more than a ruin. * * * All the eventful events of modern times have been organized. The association conducted a massive investigation to catch the Halloween thieves who stole their safe, but they were unable to find the culprits whomitted the perfect crime. In the first ce, this was because the Dreadlore Guild, the main reference, openly obstructed the investigation and blocked all information. -If you are dissatisfied,e to me at any time. Because I have no intention of just letting you keep picking on people without any evidence. Gray, an EX-level ranker, threatens me, but what kind of associations investigator will be able to investigatefortably? -We are having a hard time investigating Director Seo Jeong-hee. yer Jang Bo-kyung also said that he wouldpletely withdraw from the investigation. The Titan Guild, which could be considered a rival, and the Vatican, which had been destroyed by Teresa, were also limited in just handling their own affairs. Thanks to this, Jinhyuk was free to take the next step. This is the scene where a war in the demon world is in full swing. How are you? Jinhyuk appeared at the base where the allied forces of Egypt and Beriel were gathered. Youre finally here. I thought my neck was going to fall off while I was waiting. Beriel and Anubis jumped up from their seats at the same time. In this war that was so twisted, I was waiting more eagerly for Jinhyeok toe than anyone else. sorry. There are a lot of things to take care of outside the tower. Did you say you were attacking Lucifers castle? okay. Hmm. I understand that that ce is infamous for being impregnable even within the tower. We also brought a few hidden cards that can be exploited in our own way. But thats not the problem. Beriel gestured to one side. There, Cheongha, a member of the Miao tribe from the Chinese zodiac, was sitting with his legs crossed. Hoo. Well, if this is the timing, we should slowly establish a rtionship with the zodiac side. A third force consisting of 12 races. Jinhyuks mind began to spin rapidly as to how to draw up a n that would be most fun and exciting. Then, just in time. Oh, now that I think about it, I guess I could try using this? A diabolical n has emerged that could throw the power structure into chaos. Chapter 722 Episode 722. Tower of Trials, Free Entry to the 50th Floor (1) Sigh. Jinhyuk, with an evil smile, walked towards Cheongha. Cheongha also noticed Jinhyeok and perked up her ears. Are you Kang Jin-hyuk? As the zodiac is so closed-minded, it seems that Jinhyuks personal life is not properly understood. thats right. Im Jinhyuk Kang. Are you here as a representative of the Miao people? Tell him to ask. Hmm. Its a little different from what I heard. Something I expected a lumpy monster like the Demon King toe. I dont know what she was expecting, but Chungha seemed a little disappointed by her slim figure. Well, strength doesnt necessarily require muscles, so Ill just endure that part! Chungha put both hands on her waist as if she understood something. The Miao people are a bit stupid and naive, but this guy seems to be outstanding among them. I heard that Beriel really wanted to meet me? Ah Thats right! As you may have already heard, I would like to propose that the Goinmul Corporation, including you, join our forces. How about an honor? Its not a suggestion worth listening to. It has no nutritional value whatsoever. What? Im serious? We control a flight of stairs very close to the top of the tower? Its probably not because of us, but because of that monkey and the demon king among you. That Chungha, who had hit the nail on the head, opened her mouth. But it was only for a moment. This is because they have been thoroughly brainwashed and educated about who is much more advantageous in this situation. But you better listen to me, right? There is no guarantee that we will only be with you. From the looks of it, Lucifer and Eden also seem to have some power, so what do you think if we make this suggestion to them as well? If the Chinese Zodiac intervenes while the war against the demon world is in full swing, it will be a huge variable. If you happen to join Lucifers side, the castles attack power will increase several times. Above all, while the power is being dispersed just to keep Eden in check in the rear. The worst situation could have been created where the power had to be divided again. Hmm. Thats a bit difficult Right? Soe under us! When you say something nice! okay. But before that, would you please do me a favor? What? I have to go somewhere in a little while, and its a rather rough ce. It would be much more reassuring if there was a guide with considerable agility. I was wondering if the Miao people, who have the most nimble feet, would be able to apany me. The point is to subtly praise them by saying its no big deal. The Miao people, the weakest of the zodiac, have always been thirsty for praise. Hmm! What do you know about humans? good. Anyway, let me help you. If we just do that, youlle under us, right? Ill look into it positively. Jinhyuk shook Cheonghas hand. Chungha held his hand without any doubt. Then wait here for a moment. Ill just tell my friends ande right away. okay. Jinhyeok, who left Cheongha alone, went back to Beriel and Anubis. The two gods, who were shaking their legs nervously, stood up once again to hear the results. What happened? If you are my apostle who can even outwit the devil, then of course you would have solved the story well, right? Things that are said to be gods in name and color have no weight. Still, when I first met them, they were quite solemn. huh. Now we can continue the siege without worrying about those guys. but. I cant help you with this. There is a separate ce I need to stop by. The invitation was carefully stored inside my chest. The seal written in a strangenguage perfectly sealed the contents of the invitation. That cant be possible. It would be a difficult fight if you were left out I agree. Our childrens morale has been high, but we will have to take a difficult path again. Dont worry too much. Instead, myrades will stay and help with the war until Ie. I guarantee that I will be more helpful than that idiot. Ill try my best! Cheon Yu-seong and Teresa nodded. A sword saint who has acquired the power of the sword demon. And a saint who can freely use two personalities. The two top rankers will y a bigger role than an army of 10,000. The war against Eden is just around the corner. The first battle that will decide the fate of the upper levels of the Tower of Trials has broken out. * * * It was an exciting day. Because I finally had the opportunity to leave the familiar world full of Miao people and go to another level. The board was already prepared. It was a very simple and simple mission where you could achieve your goal by threatening the opponent as you memorized. And actually, things went smoothly. The human being who gave in to the terrifying threat quickly raised the white g. I promised that I woulde down as long as I went somewhere with him before hepletely broke down. It is as easy as breathing. It may have been difficult for humans, but for the great and quick-footed Miao people, traversing a dangerous area was not a problem. Im sure thats the case. What? Seeing the scene unfolding before her eyes, Cheongha could not help but let out an inexplicable groan. [You have used the Tower of Trials 50th Floor Free Entry Pass.] [The contents of the invitation have been partially modified through System Maniption and Lost Language.] [The entry limit is raised to 3 people .] Intelligent creatures usually do something called thinking. This means that the number of possible cases is assumed and prioritized in an imperfect future. But I can assure you. Among the cases that Chungha expected, there was no such case. Leaving behind the Miao people, whose soul was escaping from their mouths in real time. Jinhyuk stretched for a long time. Hmm. The air here really gives me goosebumps. This is the 50th floor, where I came back after a long time. Just by being in this space, all senses in my body be heightened and my heart beats rapidly. Like a well-forged sword. It felt like every cell was alive and breathing. That has to be the case. This is the 50th floor of the Tower of Trials. This ce, which can be said to be the home of ancient beings, has yet to be fully understood by any beings. Not only Jinhyuk, who once cleared the tower, but also the ancient beings living here and even those who oversee the operation of the tower. A single moment of inattention could lead to death. In particr, we have now entered the 50th floor much faster than in the past. As the specifications are much lower, the risk is bound to rise to an iparable level. That may be the more thrilling part. These days, there are only a handful of times Ive felt a life-threatening crisis, so the opportunity to experience the highest Hell difficulty level was very rare. Squeeze. Jinhyuk stabbed Cheongha in the shoulder. Wake. Its dangerous to stay here. Hurry wake me up from this nightmare. Hehehe. thats right. This cant be reality. Suddenly its the 50th floor. Do you think that makes sense? Umm. Now I see this kid. We have gone beyond the stage of fear and despair and have reached the stage of denying reality. At best, he was only an agent of King Myo, so was the shock too much? Its already a bit difficult to do this. Arriving at the 50th floor is just the beginning of the huge wave that Chungha experiences. From now on, the waves will gather and be a huge tsunami. Right then. Tsutsutsu. A thin shadow came across the ground. Its an approach that leaves almost no trace. Of course, it was impossible for Chungha, who was in a panic, to notice such a secret. ??? ??! The nts quickly narrowed the distance and took aim at Cheongha. That moment. Suddenly! Jinhyeoks dagger cut through the air. [Ancientnguage is imprinted!] Subtle letters shining along the surface of the First de. Purple fluid gushed out from among the cut nts. Cheeeeeek! Land that melts quickly. The same fluid continued to flow from the thorns on the nts stem. What is it? An earthquake urred in Chunghas pupils. Just one second. no. If he had been just 0.1 secondter, he would have melted into that bodily fluid. Im only saving you this once. Just try to avoid it next time. Are you saying youre going to abandon me? If the force is trying to embrace us, shouldnt it be able to handle this on its own? A resident of a higher power protected by subordinates. Where is such stupid talk? Or Either youe under us. As an intern at Goinmul Corporation, there is nothing that cannot be saved if you understand the topic well and perform your role well. Are you telling me topletely throw away our deal just so I can live alone? If you die, youre dead. You cant do anything that will harm your family! and. Theres no way I have to die here, right? Like you said, Im confident in being agile. Tsk tsk. Jinhyuk clicked his tongue as if he felt sorry for Chungha, who was trying hard to regain her confidence. why! No, I just feel sorry for you. Its so pitiful that I cant get the point at all, its almost sad. Im sorry, but no matter how well you run away from here, I cantpletely erase the traces you left behind. The moment they entered the 50th floor, some of the Primordial Beings were able to recognize the intruder. They will also notice the Miaos body odor. In other words. You were captured on the 50th floor. Son Goku and the Demon King are somehow able to survive, but can something like the Miao survive for even a day from ancient beings? well. If there was such a thing as gambling, I would want to bet all my money. Haha Chunghas face turned as white as a sheet of paper. Yes. There were no options for her from the beginning. If you want to survive. And in order for the Miao people not to be targets of the Primordial Beings. This means that he has no choice but to be loyal to Jinhyuk. * * * How would you describe survival on the 50th floor? I had my hands full while watching the famous Brother Bears survival story, but this is on a different level. A primal fear written into our DNA. Fear of an unfamiliar and foreign world. The feeling of boundaries and boundaries copsing and all five senses being crushed was something I could not endure with my sanity. Just one. oh! Hey. There was this too. miss you It was truly a memory. Except for the stagnant people taking a walk while looking at such a hellish evil scene. Jinhyuk continued to let out exmations as he spread a barrier around him. A blue liquid was flowing from the strangely shaped cliff, and the sweet and attractive smell stimted my appetite. It looks dangerous. Cheongha perked her ears and hid behind Jinhyuk. Ive only been here for about an hour, but Ive alreadye close to dying more than 10 times. I painfully experienced that everything I see can take away my life. but. are you okay. Its one of the few drinks you can have here. Its so attractive that its rather suspicious, but its a liquid thats high in nutrients and tastes good. Now that I think about it, I used to have a wild imagination that I could be a chaebol if I put carbonic acid in it and sold it, but now that it has be a reality, it is not an impossible task at all. Squeak. Jinhyuk filled the canteen with liquid. So, can you at least tell me your final goal? I said I could go back as long as I finished what I had to do here. ah. It did. I was so absorbed in the memories that I forgot about it. We should use this as a temporary base, observe what is happening, and then go to the pce. Pce? huh. Pce. Who lives there? Well, theres a ce where a damn bastard called Azathoth sleeps on the 50th floor. Although it is a dead ending immediately upon awakening, you must infiltrate the 50th floor in order to achieve your purpose. . As soon as the answer came, Chunghas slender shoulders began to tremble. -contractor. That rabbit is crying. Leave it alone. There are moments when a rabbit wants to cry. Finally, Jinhyeok, who purchased the item at the coin exchange, opened the subspace inventory. It contained various materials that he had collected from time to time after entering the 50th floor. Everything possible has been prepared. Two suns are setting. The first moon is about to rise. Now it is time to go to the realm of Azathoth. Chapter 723 Episode 723 Tower of Trials, Free Entry to the 50th Floor (2) Bubble Bubble Dark green bubbles rose from the rotting swamp. Kaaaaak! Kieee! Fish and various creatures that I had never seen before preyed on each other, creating a strange magical scene. Right then. Coo! Coo! Coo! Footsteps that shook the earth rang out. The once noisy swamp was enveloped in silence at that moment. An overwhelming presence shook the space. Grrr A low roar. The body, which was over 100 meters long, had numerous tentacles. At the end of each tentacle was a single, shing eye, which was busy continuously looking around. The moment you get caught, its over. That was amon thought among all living creatures here. Fortunately, the giant being did not seem to have much interest in the swamp. I just keep moving forward, chasing the feeling of difort. And when the being finally disappeared beyond the fog. Slurp. Hey Cheongha, whose legs became weak, sat down. Although I hid behind the tree without making a sound, I felt like every single cell was exposed. It was dangerous. Jinhyuk also wiped the cold sweat from his forehead. What we just passed by was Sograntu. They are a type of guard that guards the pce of Azathoth. Thebat power of each of those guys was incredible, but the really big problem was that if they were discovered by that guy, the entire pce would go into battle mode. Of course, top gods like Shubniguras and Nyathotep would also notice the presence of the intruder. It was no exaggeration to say that his death was confirmed immediately. Are you really going to go in there? Even among us, entering the 50th floor is a taboo. Really? So do you want to stay here alone? Jinhyuk smiled. Koooooo! Keeeeek! Kwasik! Crack! Quad deuk! As soon as Sograntu disappeared, the swamp ecosystem became active once again. The sight of the enemy was stained red as blood and flesh sttered around him and he was eaten. Ill follow you. Please let me follow you. Chungha nodded at an invisible speed. In the first ce, these poor Miao people had no choice. From here, we will go into the water and move around. If you keep this in your mouth, you will be able to breathe. Dont identally spit it out or swallow it, but just follow along. Jinhyuk handed me a snail shell with three entrances. [Tribune Snail and Dark Valley Moss. The lungs of the Atrapas fish are fused together!] A trait that changes not only breathing but also presence to that of a swamp creature. It was an effect that only appeared when these three things werebined at the same time. I didnt want to go into the murky, heavy swamp, but it was still better than dying. Cheongha followed Jinhyuk into the water. The creatures in the swamp immediately reacted to the being that had entered the pyramid of the food chain. Koooooo! North, south, east and west. The crocodile, whose mouth is split into four parts, immediately catches its prey. A maw as big as a house was aimed at Cheongha. Uuuuuup! Chungha hit the ball with all her might. However, no matter how nimble the Miao was, it could not run away from a crocodile in the water. Even more so if it is not an ordinary crocodile, but a crocodile that lives on the 50th floor. It was Jinhyuk who came forward instead. [The unique ability Will of the Ocean Current is activated!] Kwakwakwakwakwakwa! A strong whirlpool arose in the water. Jinhyeoks sword shined in the water that split in all directions. Living here is amazing in itself. still. You must know how to distinguish between a predator and a prey. How can someone who is not a gode forward without even understanding the topic? Kwazizig! Kwajajajak! The swamp crocodiles body was torn apart by the whirlpool. It was a bonus that it made it clear to the guys in the swamp who was in charge. The creatures in the swamp put aside their hostility and distanced themselves from Jinhyeok. Its this strong? Chungha opened her eyes wide. At the same time, the way I look at Jinhyuk changed slightly. * * * 7 Same time. Elsewhere on the 50th floor, a new variable was taking ce. Four shadows appeared in a room full of colorful thorns and crystals. JJ and 2 chickens per person. Eagle owl. Saeyoung Eonhwan. They were operators who worked to protect the bnce of the tower and correct the world that had gone out of order. Were finally here. One person and two chickens cast recovery magic and barely managed to fix their stumbling body. It was a rough road. So much so that even the operators have to risk their lives. This is inevitable because this ce ismonly called the Gateway to Infinity. To be exact, into the body of Yog-Sothoth, one of the ancient gods. Although he was a god, he was also acting as a gatekeeper. We need to get out as quickly as possible. If we stay in here too long, well be trapped forever. JJ also added a word. A state in which the operators unique authority, system maniption, has been used to its limit. As soon as you achieve your goal, you will have to head to the exit you have prepared. Eagle Owl and Saeyoung Eonhwan also nodded as if they agreed. There is a pir of dimension somewhere here. A hidden piece that can seal entities on the 50th floor. If we can secure just that, we will have the opportunity to significantly change the futurendscape. There was only about an hour left, so we had to hurry now. But right then. Isnt it too much of a scam if great operators get their hands on such cheat items? An unexpected voice intervened. !? !! Operators responded immediately. The voice that caught me off guard widened the distance too much. I didnt know that. My body instinctively moved like that due to some inexplicable, sinister energy. What a bastard! Two chickens each swung their whips in the direction from which the voice came. Chop-chop-chawn-ch! A whip with sharp thorns split the crystal in half. But the moment the whip touched my voice, it was blocked by something invisible. Wow! The whip that bounced back returned to Chicken 2. They started off with an attack so quickly. I guess you were quite surprised? You When the man appeared from the shadows, the eagle owls expression shook greatly. Also known as man. Because there was little known information, its identity could not be identified, but it was an irregrity among irregrities whose status window waspletely blocked even to operators. Perhaps a more dangerous variable than Azathoth. An uncontrolled existence could threaten not only Jinhyuk but also the Tower of Trials itself. It must be stopped. Its better. Dont you think that if we just take care of that guy, Jinhyuk can take care of the rest? Yes. That guy once crossed Azathoth and reached the top of the tower. I agree. Above all, there will no longer be a stage where we can fight under these conditions. There are as many as four operators gathered here. In addition, I brought along appropriate relics and hidden pieces in case I had to fight against high-ranking ancient gods. No matter how much the opponent is a monster leading the hostile operators, he will not be able to deal with all of them. Sreung! chuck! Ugh! Various weapons appeared through subspace. All of them were top-quality relics that were purple grade. Are you going to start right away without even talking? It feels like the final battle stage. Isnt it so bleak? The man shrugged his shoulders. Even though the four operators were openly showing hostility, there was no sign of any nervousness. Its a conversation Saeyoung Eon-hwan repeated those words. Then can you tell me what your identity is? I was hooked from the beginning. Arent you just trying to look at thest hidden card without knowing anything? Questions and answers cannote without a price. It means that to get one, you have to give one. Saeyoung Eon-hwans mind moved quickly. If only I could find out about the mans identity. No, if I could get even the slightest hint it could have more meaning than just securing the hidden piece here. What do I have to pay? Hmm. Well, if thats the case, wouldnt they have to offer something quite expensive? For example Ellis or something. Ataraxias matriarch? Yes. Personally, its my taste. I definitely want to add it to my collection. This is a difficult request for us to ept. She is Jinhyeoks cherished colleague. Saeyoung Eonhwan shook his head as if he was troubled. Its a shame. Negotiations broke down. The man clicked his tongue briefly. At first nce, it seemed like there was nothing to be gained from the question and answer, but Saeyoung Eon-hwan had a different idea. Are you saying that Ellis is the key? The man seemed to control everything as he wanted, but there was something he couldnt get his hands on yet. Ellis von Ataraxia. Perhaps it will y a much more important role than simply being a powerful Jinjo. Saeyoung Eon-hwan continued. Its a pity, its the same here. But from now on, Im just going to talk to myself, so can you just listen? Are you nning on judging me based on my reaction? That might be fun too. Give it a try. At first, I thought you were Unknowns data. There was nothing else that could make something like this possible. but. Unknown is not. The data that conquered the top of the tower in the past has already been destroyed by Jinhyeoks hand. If so. the number of possible cases is further narrowed. Approaching Jinhyeok. Perhaps only a handful of people in the entire world can possess greater power than that. As far as we know, Kang Jin-hyuk was an orphan. He was abandoned when he was young and grew up alone. Arent you one of the people rted to him? Blood and flesh. That was the most likely one. If this prediction is correct, the reason why not only Jinhyuk but also themselves could not figure out their identity could be solved all at once. Hmm. The man scratched his chin. At the same time, he gave a response that was neither positive nor negative. It could be blood rtives. Or it could be closer than blood rtives. Or it could be something else entirely. Partzitz. A dark red force rose along the sword. [The unique spear Sword Strike is activated!] Kukukukukukuku! The mans body was enveloped in ck energy. An ominous feeling on a different level than before encroached upon the entire space. Its scary. Just by activating the unique spear, I felt a pressure that surpassed that of the primeval being. be careful. Know. shit. I see its real. Its real. Itsing! JJ stepped forward. Kagagagagaang! Sword strikes that were far beyond recognition poured out. It was a swordsmanship that was as soft as flowing water, yet rough and elegant as if it were a typhoon. Pfft! Numerous stab wounds appeared all over his body in an instant. Why do you think I gave you hints about Ellis and other things? The mans eyes turned cold. The yful look hadpletely disappeared. The sword spirit was oozing with murder. They were taking their ces. Not one of you can get out of this ce alive. All the operators left here. The only one who could see thest of the tower was Kang Jin-hyuk. * * * Down the side road through the swamp. Even if I had used it, it took quite a while to get to my destination. It wasnt untilte at night that I finally arrived at the end of the swamp. Still, I could now see with my naked eyes where the pinnacle of this world lived. -Contractor. Watching the situation at Brahams Ring. Ellis, who was watching, spoke up. Thats right. I know it without having to say it. From now on, its real. Right then. Tiring! A purple status window appeared in front of Jinhyuk and Cheongha. Hoo, look at this? From Jinhyuks mouth. A meaningful exmation flowed out. Chapter 724 Episode 724. 50th floor Pce of Azathoth (1) Tiring! [You have reached the most dangerous and secret ce in the tower for the first time.] [Special quest will be activated!] [Enter Azathoths Room.] Difficulty: Unmeasurable Contents: A huge room where Azathoth sleeps. Go inside and secure the flower that cannot bloom. Reward: A flower that cannot bloom and 8 water drops. On Failure: Azathoth awakens. Do you want to ept? Y/N The status window blinked continuously. Contains very interesting content. This is something I didnt expect. The price is not simply our death. extinction. The Tower of Trials, of course. It could have a ripple effect that could cause even modern times to disappear entirely. It is said that the world will end with just one mistake. however. Thepensation is ridiculous. The flowers that cannot bloom are from the guys personal collection in Azathoths room. It is a flower known to be literally impossible to bloom. Of course, that is what was known among the ancient beings. Actually, just one thing. There was a way to make flowers bloom. This is how to use the 8 water drops that Elder God has. I havent even been able to bloom that one yet. Ive had quite a few challenges in the past, but Ive only been able to achieve one of the two. I couldnt get my hands on both. But I never thought I would get a chance to smoke that. I couldnt even guess what kind of reward would be given. Hehe. Youre not going to do it, are you? Chungha asked with an anxious expression. Yeah. I wont. Jinhyuk traced his lips with his finger and was lost in thought. Why are you looking worried when you say you wont do it? Huh? Why are you making such a face? Try to be quiet. Squeeze! Jinhyuk pushed away Cheongha who was trying to cling to him and counted the number of cases. Originally, the n was to steal mainly saplings and seeds from inside the pce. Focusing on the bare minimum needed to conquer the 50th floor and upy the base with Eden. If I were to be more greedy, the maximum I could think of was to install some devices that could suppress Azathoths abilities. However, due to the quest being too tempting, the existing n had to be drastically revised. The worries didntst long. Responding quickly to anomalous situations was one of my specialties. Okay, Ill ept it. [You have epted the quest!] [Due to a members eptance of the quest, the remaining members are also forced to receive the quest.] Nooooo! Chunghas mournful cries rang out. It was a truly light-hearted outing. Now it was like getting on the hell train with the survival of the n at stake. Jinhyeok, who decided to do it or not, moved quickly. Its too much with just this number of people. A worthy helper is needed. Trustworthy, loud-mouthed, and capable. Its just one person . Due to current system maniption, the number of people allowed on the 50th floor has been adjusted to 3. You can bring one more person by activating a separately prepared Summon. Fortunately, it seems that Ellis, who was inside Brahams ring, was excluded from that number. Just in case, I checked my entrance ticket after Chungha and I came alone . [You can bring 1 additional person.] Considering that the number of people listed on the pass was still 2/3, Ellis was not included among those 3 people. In other words, you can bring in another person. [Ask for the subjects opinion.] Jinhyuk omitted anything important to the person he wanted, wrote only the positive aspects, and then sent the person a note. And of course. [The subject epts your call.] An innocentmb who knew nothing joined hell. *** Ugh! Thest person arrived on the 50th floor with a bright light. Its been a while! I missed you so much hehe! Andrea came running, smiling brightly. How have you been? Jinhyuk hugged Andrea, who ran into his arms, and asked how she was doing. Of course! Just like Jinhyuk said, I trained every single day to be stronger! Andrea clenched her fists. It looks like he was trying his best to be of any help. In fact, the quality of magical energy flowing from the body waspletely different from before. With this level, I can open the fox bead to the final stage. I debated between Pesis and Andria until the very end, but decided that Andrias abilities would be a better fit for this job. Jinhyuk took out a bead with a mysterious light flowing through it from subspace. It was stolen from the Awakened Associations safe some time ago No, it was created by fusing the given holy relics and materials. [Blue fox beads] Difficulty of obtaining: SS Contents: This is the oldest fox bead and has the ability to recreate the origins of the nine-tailed fox. It is one of the ancient relics and if used by someone with the power of the nine-tailed fox, it has the additional effect of increasing all stats by +20%. Waaah! Andrea couldnt hide her joy after receiving the gift. The reason why even though personal growth was overwhelming, it was inevitable that it would be rtively undervalued. This was because I had to stay on the lower floors and couldnt get my hands on top-quality items. However, thanks to Jinhyeoks support, the story changedpletely. Do you like it that much? Of course! I cant wait to try out my new abilities! How many differentbinations and synergies with existing capabilities are possible? Just imagining that made it difficult to keep still. Okay, okay. Since you gave me such a nice gift, Andrea can at least listen to my small favor, right? sure! Whatever it is? sure? Andrea, who noticed something strange, took her eyes off the blue fox beads. Then, the surrounding scenery finally came into view. -contractor. ?. -That child is crying too. Its okay. Even nine-tailed foxes sometimes want to cry. With this, everything is ready. Sigh! Jinhyuk snapped his fingers. [1,094 barriers are activated.] Ugh! Blue waves followed tail after tail. Arrangements to increase the odds even a little. Minimal safety measures were in ce to enter Azathoths territory. Then, lets go. Jinhyuk looked at the stairs that were several meters wide. In burning purple mes. The road to Azathoths pce has been opened. * How far did it go down like that? When we reached the point where we could no longer see the road we came on, a long passage appeared. To put it simply, it was a huge space, spanning several kilometers at both ends of the passageway. There are strange nts where the pirs should be. The sounds of giggling andughter echoed from all directions. and. I felt something unidentifiable wandering between the pirs in the distance. The floor is not just an ordinary floor. The stones moving little by little were instinctively warning me not to step carelessly. Hey! Ugh. Andrea and Cheongha hugged each other and their whole bodies trembled. Although it was their first time meeting, their intimacy grew faster than ever since they were on the worst floor together. Its a lot more dangerous than I thought. Jinhyuk wet his lips with his tongue. At first nce, there seemed to be more than 10 fatal things. I easily passed over five or six things that I had never seen or whose identity I could not identify. Meanwhile, the probability of delving into the deepest part without being discovered by Azathoth seemed less than 0.01%. however. There is no need to be too pessimistic. There was a hidden piece that I worked hard to obtain in preparation for times like this. [The Necronomicons Bookshelf opens.] A strategy book on the 50th floor that was sleeping in the deepest part of subspace. The time has finallye to use this. [Decoding ability for Lost Language increases by 30%!] Barrier and interpretation skills acquired at the Arrogant Gathering Center. Now is the time for all the hard work you have put in to shine. *** Same time. In Eden, on the other side of the Demon World, the final work for the siege was in full swing. Its perfect. Raphael smiled with satisfaction as he looked at the endless castle walls and various water-based equipment. I put everything else aside and poured everything into it. If this matter is resolved well, the ancient dragons and the great beings above them will recognizeplete control over the 44th floor of the tower. This means that we will finally be able to end the long-awaited territorial battle with the demon world and take full possession of the 44th floor. Is that all there is? The 42nd and 43rd floors, ruled by Egypt and Olympus, which had dared to join the Corporation, were also scheduled to be Edens share. The only regret is that I cant touch the 45th floor where Cheonse is. Raphael nced at the beings next to him. The higher deities of the heavens, including Brahma and Asura, also resided here and were elerating preparations for war. Since they were on the great side, they too would receive a reward. What do you think I was promised? Israfil, the angel announcing the Last Crusade, asked from his side. Well, the most likely thing is that there is only one ce. There is only one staircase on the top floor where the asymmetry of power is extreme. The 47th floor is where the third force resides. This is the staircase where one of the strongest absolutes, King Wonhu Son Goku, is standing. It was a ce with little merit because the stairs themselves were short on resources and the number of ruins andbyrinths could only be counted on one finger. Therefore, the 47th floor was not targeted by other forces. This is because the returnpared to the risk was very disappointing. However, if the bnce of power at the top ispletely changed, the 47th floor will no longer be a safe zone. No matter how low the merits were, the symbolic meaning of the 47th floor was not without meaning. If that timees . Son Goku or King Uma alone would never be able to defend against thebined attack of other absolute entities. Are you saying that you pretend to give us a lot of things, but youre actually going to hand over the most important thing to Cheonsei? The archangels will be more useful to Cheonsei than us, who are fighting in two, so we will try to take more care of them. It is also painful for us that the Asuras of the Demon Realm are coborating with Cheonsei because of Kang Jin-hyuk. Even though we know that, we have no choice but to remain silent and watch. . Raphaels mouth was tightly shut at Israels words. Of course, I had no intention of letting things go that way. However, since there is no clear solution, we can just remain silent. But right then. They were here. A third being that had nothing to do with Eden or the universe appeared. How could you? Raphael raised his eyes as if he found it hard to believe. Chapter 725 Episode 725 50th floor Pce of Azathoth (2) Raphaels eyes narrowed. Because the appearance of the man wandering in front of me was something thatpletely caught me off guard. Of course, he is a well-known figure. Returnees. Although they do not belong to any faction in particr, they are involved in the big and small affairs of the tower. Among them, the man in front of me was like a bomb with no idea where it would go. Payne von Adel. A battle maniac who is crazy about fighting hase. Here how did you get in? I came here, cutting down anyone who got in my way. They let me in after killing a few people? You killed the holy angels? Is that true? Raphael immediately took out a heavy mace. [The holy relic The One Who Delivers Judgment is liberated!] Parts The divine powerpletely enveloped the mace. As expected, I like angels because they are hot. I took out my weapon right away. Adele also slowly drew her sword. As if a fierce battle was what they had hoped for. There are no signs of battle. It was then that Israfil intervened. I looked at the castle walls with my giant eyes in the sky, but I found no evidence of a fight anywhere. In other words, Adele secretly sneaked into this ce. Did you lie on purpose to provoke me? I was just curious how much power you had. Because its not often you get a chance to fight an archangel. I never thought I would risk my life for that trivial curiosity. This is indeed the limit of the humans who built the Tower of Babel. Raphaels life became even more intense. If just a moment ago I had the intention of subduing it, I now felt the will to reduce it to an unrecognizable lump of flesh. Raphael. Dont stop me, Israel. I think I have to step on that guy now to relieve myself. I know youre angry, but I dont think that person came here simply to provoke Raphael. Above all, if we fight here, other gods will also notice this persons intrusion. The castle wall I thought was perfect. If it were known that I had easily ovee it, it would be like spitting in my face. There was enough reason not to kill Adele right away, at least to find out where the hole was. Raphael has withdrawn half of the divine power from his mace. Im here to make a suggestion. A proposal? huh. Adele nodded and exined the main point ofing here. Actually, I hung out with Kang Jin-hyuks gang for a while. In the world he lives in. !? !! The expressions of the two angelspletely changed. This is because I could not have imagined that Jinhyeok, who can be said to be the most key figure of the enemies, would be mentioned here. As expected, I didnt juste here to talk nonsense. So what do you mean by proposal? Obviously, Kang Jin-hyuk promised a real sword battle with Cheon Yu-seong if you helped him. He boasted that he would fight with swords until the stronger of the two remained. I guess you broke your promise. Lets just say Im half right and half wrong. The promise was kept. To a certain extent, that is. However, around the time when Cheon Yu-seong and Adeles sword attack reached its peak. Jinhyuk intervened in the fight between the two. If I had gone just a little just a little further, I could have seen the end. The moment between life and death. Each person pours out their strongest sword skills. There was only one step left before I could feel the thrill of the de cutting through my flesh and breaking my bones, but I dared to stop at that important moment. What I want is to end the game. If you promise me that, I will pretend to be on their side and betray you when it matters most. Hahaha! Raphael burst intoughter at Adeles words. Could it be more appropriate to say that pumpkins came rolling on vines? It seems that it has already been decided who will receive Gods protection in this war. ??? Kugggggg! Umm, if you take two more steps to the left from here. Quaaang! Thend directly opposite Jinhyeok rose up. Something strange-looking swallowed the floor whole and went back down. He was a man of incredible speed and strength. So much so that shields and such can be chewed up like sweets. Oh. Youre alive? Jinhyuk let out an exmation as he turned the next page of the book. It was a very calm reaction, considering that his entire upper body had almost disappeared just moments ago. On the other hand. Huuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu. I feel like my heart will stop. Chungha and Andrea, who were following along, literally felt like they were standing on the edge of a cliff every minute and every second. The corner of Jinhyeoks mouth twisted strangely as he looked at the two trembling figures. Hmm. It needs to be a bigger shock. This is a bit disappointing. There was a need to provide more heterogeneous and fundamental stimtion. [Copy Conditions] In order to copy Andria and Chunghas abilities, you must inflict despair on them 9 times. A heart rate (BPM) of at least 250 beats per minute. The more tears and snot you remove, the more range you can copy, and if you meet the highest level, you will be able to copy a unique window. The reason he gave Andrea the expensive cheonggu fox bead was not simply because she was pretty. The fact that increasingbat power would help increase the power of Goinmul Corporation was one of the reasons, but not the most important. Its time to start copying abilities. Take the most delicious food when it is most ripe. That was Go In-mans way of maximizing efficiency. In Jinhyuks eyes, Andria and Cheonghas unique voices were seen. [Unique Seongchang Millennium Fox Phase 2 C Hundred Ghosts Night Journey (West)] Difficulty of acquisition: SSS Content: You will be able to handle various ghosts. The quality and number of ghosts you can handle vary depending on your skill level, and when you learn the Ghost Night Journey from various worldviews, the synergy of your abilities increases by 120%. An ability that the Nine-Tailed Fox, who deals with spirits, acquires when he reaches the end. Its a little different from Adeles Hundred Ghosts Night, but if you copy itter, you can upgrade its abilities even further. There are still hurdles to ovee in order to master Hundred Ghost Nights, but here it wont be that difficult to create a stage for awakening. Next Jinhyuks gaze moved to Cheongha. [Spirit Rush] Difficulty of acquisition: SS Description: Reduces body weight by 30% and increases movement speed and endurance by 15% each. Additionally, if your skill level exceeds a certain level, you can temporarily recreate the Miao legs. Spirit sprint, a unique symbol of the Miao people, was also a mouth-watering ability. It will be a very enjoyable outing. A situation that makes youugh even if you stay still. There will also be a thrilling stage on the 50th floor. Ill give you everything I can from here. Jinhyuk diligently turned the next page of the bookshelf. The letters moved in strange colors. Some things can be interpreted through lostnguage. Rather than reading the entire sentence perfectly, all you can do is infer the most likely sentence from words. Still, it was much more helpful than not knowing anything at all. How long has it been like that? After going around numerous traps and unknown paths, I finally crossed the entrance to the pce. My perspective has changed. As I crossed the endless line of pirs, a new scene unfolded. This is Are you done? Chungha and Andrea looked at the space filled with blue waves. The space with ankle-high waterpping was vast and beautiful. The Uyuni Salt ts in Boliviae to mind, but if you mistake this bloody ce for such a tourist attraction, your life will be at a loss. No. Its still far away. Jinhyuk shook his head. Using the Necronomicon, I have avoided danger as much as possible and only chosen shortcuts. But it was still too far to reach Azathoth. If things continue like this, its a bit difficult In order for things to go as nned, the bastard has to react slowly. Inevitably, a more drastic approach may be needed. It was a time when Jinhyeok was thinking about various things. Kukukukukukuku! A sound that irritated my eardrums echoed from afar. The water is faintly vibrating. The sound is strange too. Andrea and Cheongha also sensed something strange. As I focused my magic on my eyes, I began to see a blue wall far away. A wall or is it a mountain? Theres something very high. Its a wave. It only looks like a wall because it is over 3km high. More urately, it would be better to call it a tsunami. The problem is that it is not simply a wave made of water, but a disaster made of a special liquid that pollutes the mind. A curse that can destroy even the mental barrier with a single blow. And what came after them wererge monsters that devoured alive their prey who had lost their senses. Uh, where should I run to? Back or forward? Jinhyuk! We have to avoid it quickly. Itsing a lot faster than it looks! Andrea grabbed Jinhyuks sleeve. I didnt know much until a little while ago, but the speed at which the tsunami was approaching was beyond my imagination. The only way to survive was to either go back to where we came from now or find another refuge. Chwichwichwit! Sasasak. The sound of insects kepting out of the Necronomicon. The goal is to provide guidance on the safest path in response to a new environment. No, here we go with a different option. widely! Jinhyuk closed the shaking book. If you want to ovee this widebyrinth in a short period of time without Azathoth noticing it, you will have to make a big deal. Now is the time. A huge wall approaching at high speed. On the surface of the waves, there were countless facesughing, screaming, and crying. A disaster full of joy, anger and sorrow is approaching. Whew. Jinhyuk caught his breath and gathered magical energy into both hands. Grumble! Holy power and red mes rushed at the same time. As theva and mes merged with the mand and the stars protection, a golden sh swirled around. [Unique ability Infinite Magic is activated!] [Multiple barrier Power Amplification is activated!] Maximization of firepower. Sparks erupted from the light that gathered at one point. And the moment when different abilitiese together perfectly. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! A beam of light exploded toward the waves, drawing a long trajectory. The water split left and right. The water droplets that bounced were absorbed once again through the magic circle. What followed was a shock that shook the heavens and earth. Kwaaaaaaaa! A hole with a diameter of 10 m created by a wave. its okay! Ill get out of here! Jinhyeok, Andrea, and Cheongha flew to the other side of the wave through a hole in the wave. Koohoh. Kwiiik! Therge monsters behind them also copsed, losing different parts of their bodies. Coo! thud! Although they wererge species that inhabited Azathoths pce, they were not enough to withstand Jinhyeoks blow. Does this make sense? As expected of Jinhyeok! Chungha and Andrea repeatedly let out exmations. The 50th floor, thest floor of the tower. Among them, how many of them can run rampant in the presence of the most powerful and greatest being on the entire level? How many people can maintain this level ofposure and make the right decisions even in an unfamiliar and unfamiliar hell? I can guarantee that themon answer from all the upants of the tower would be that there is not a single one. In particr, while Cheongha was on the 50th floor with Jinhyuk, her perspective on Jinhyukpletely changed. Even for King Myo, something like this is impossible. Even though he used such powerful abilities, it was hard to guess where his power would end, seeing as he didnt even break his breath. The ridiculous thought that it might be a monster stronger than Demon King or even Son Goku, disturbed Chunghas mind. But at that very moment. Kuruk. Kururuk. The shallow water began to rotate roughly clockwise. Jinhyuks movements suddenly stopped. Are you here? Finally, the guy I wanted took the bait. Chapter 726 Episode 726 50th floor Pce of Azathoth (3) Appearance with numerous strings connected to the entire body. . Nyathoteps face, who was dealing with various clones with his eyes closed, trembled slightly. This was because an abnormality that could not be ignored was detected on the stairs he was on. But does that make sense? Are yers still busy struggling under the walls of Eden, let alone the walls? At least thats a good thing, theyre going crazy with the 30th floor attack and all. This would have been impossible without his alter ego called Chuette. no way. As Nyathotep was thinking, something crossed his mind. What if there is at least one intruder who can enter the 50th floor? There was only one person. [Twisted Roots locates the intruders.] Where are they? Where are you looking at the seasoning while being soggy! It would be difficult for humans to survive even on the outermost level of the 50th floor for even a few hours, but I felt like I had to immediately stamp out the insects that came in to relieve my senses. however. [The current location of the intruders is the Pce of Azathoth.] Nyathotep was left speechless by the following message. Tdu-duk. Tdu-duk! All the strings connected to the body were pulled out. What was important now was not the tower or the modern incarnations. The body, which instantly turned into a liquid, seeped into the ground and moved along the roots. And when he regained his original form, he was able to face the disgusting human being who had turned him upside down several times. *** oh. It came sooner than expected? Jinhyuk looked at Nyathotep in his full form. It had a bizarre appearance of 2 meters in size. I knew you did a lot of crazy things, but this is something that goes far beyond imagination. Did you know where this ce was and crawled in here? I know. Its the home of a guy who just sleeps his whole life. I think I found out quite a lot through the Necronomicon. okay. Thats why I was able to go so deep. Nyathotep muttered to himself as if he understood something. I felt my feelings of anger slowly transforming into excitement and curiosity. This may be because I have realized firsthand how great and powerful the book called Necronomicon is. Then, the gaze turned to Chungha. The Miao people Do you mean the Miao people who came here, or the entire 47th floor? That Chungha stuttered. Its done. A creature that cannot understand the subject would not be worthy of living in this tower anyway. Moment. Creepy. The air has changed. Lets cut off the limbs first and then take the books away. Nyathotep struck the ground with a staff made from a tree trunk. Ugh! The water spread widely in waves. Gagging! Keek. Uuuu. Chungha and Andrea clutched their chests to breathe. I just cant bear the slightest disy of magical power. Up until now, I had barely been able to hold onto the strings of the opposite sex, but this was so different, even though it was on a different level. Right then. [Lost Language C Song of the Five Goats is activated!] Kkeeeee! A discordant sound pierced the eardrums, interfering with Nyathoteps magic. The terrible weight lifted and the air softened. Youre saying it cancels out my abilities? Nyathotep also looked quite surprised. This is probably my first experience as a guy, so of course Im embarrassed. I understand that you want to blow your nose without using your hands, but isnt it too much of a thief to try to finish it using only the power of the wand? Are you that proud that you only stopped it once? This is just a recement for greetings. I havent even started yet. Tooung! The wand tapped the surface once again. Grumble! Seven purple mes rose up. No, it was trying to bloom. Nyathotep, who was trying to increase his firepower, suddenly stopped chanting. Why cant we attack outright? Jinhyuk spat out something full of sarcasm. Theres no way it can attack. It was pretty obvious how things would go if someone like Nyathotep started fighting in earnest. You mean you called me here knowingly? Does that matter in this situation? The point is, you and I both know very well how dangerous he is. You wouldnt be happy to wake up from Azathoths sleep, would you? Even if that is true, it doesnt mean you can roam around here freely. Who says they can move around freely? I just want to get the job done without fighting. Seeing how youre using your tongue, it looks like you have a suggestion youd like to make. hide and seek. If I get caught, Ill hand over this book. On the other hand, if you escape this pce safely, give up the chase. In the name of Azathoth. To the beings of the 50th floor, the name of Azathoth is absolute. All promises made in his name were bound to be fulfilled. Thats interesting. Youre ying tag with me here. Thats right, we will be at an overwhelming disadvantage. So, I guess I should at least get a handicap. Jinhyuk pointed to the staff held by Nyathotep. Put it down on the floor. It looks like you can y around with it a lot. If this guy had caught you outside the pce, it would have been impossible to enter in the first ce. If I were to unleash my might using the ancient power, I would have to fight a fight that would not be easy with my current power. There are only three opportunities to use the alts abilities. You should save that for a more important moment than now. Fortunately, once inside the pce, the story changedpletely. Nyathotep also wants to prevent Azathoth from waking up. It could have disappeared simply because it was unpleasant. so that. He would also like to eliminate the intruders without Azathoth waking up. Jinhyeok, who read it all, created this version. Ill have no choice but to ept it. The main premise is that Azathoth must not wake up from his sleep. A chance to secure the Necronomicon. Nyathotep would never give up on being able to satisfy both at the same time. great. I ept it. Nyathotep epted the offer without hesitation. Do it. They probably calcted that as long as they have the roots, they will be able to catch them in an instant no matter where they run away. Due to the nature of being able to freely move around the entire pce, it was no exaggeration to say that tag was a bet with a winner already decided. Even if there was no staff, the power to use the power of the roots did not disappear. That was a mistake. The moment the wand left Nyathoteps hand. Jinhyuk took out the card he had hidden. [Brahams Ring is unlocked!] [The unique spear Revtion of the Beginning C Blood Teleport is activated!] You mean we can do it like this!? Ellis, who had undergone space transfer through a drop of blood shed by Nyathotep a little while ago, returned to where Jinhyeok was with her staff. Because it was such a split second, Nyathotep could not react. good job. Jinhyeok, who received the cane from Ellis, immediately used another unique spear. [The unique spear Residual Moonlight is activated!] Tsutsutsu Jinhyuks body was divided into 12 people. Of course, we also prepared 11 fake Necronomicons. What are we going to do now? Nyathotep looked at Jinhyeok and clicked his tongue as if he felt sorry. You wouldnt know it if you saw it? Youre going to start ying tag now, right? If you think you can escape with just my staff and my clone Hold on tight! Jinhyeok, who cut off Nyathotep mid-sentence, shouted to Andria and Cheongha. [Connect to Breath of the Roots.] [Magic power is synchronized.] Thats ridiculous! Nyathotep,pletely caught off guard, roared. The power of root is a power that only Nyathotep can use. Even the highest level gods, Shubniguras and Yog-Sothoth, could not use this passage. However, Jinhyeokpletely destroyed the premise that it was impossible. Kukukukukukuku! The 12 clones scattered inpletely different directions. *** Coo! My perspective has changed. Thepping wavespletely disappeared. A passage covered with vines appeared. Its a sess. Jinhyeok, who had moved to different ces through the roots, tried to swallow the shouts that wereing out. Call Nyathotep, bait him, and get his staff. That was the only way to achieve all of my goals here in a short period of time. Im sure Ellis, Andrea, and Chungha moved safely, right? The colleagues were supposed to perform other duties. As Nyathotep, he would inevitably be confused about who to pursue. I have to chase my real self, not just my alter ego. I wont be able to give up on the Necronomicon either. Every minute and every second spent trying to figure out priorities was precious. Quang! Jinhyuk left his seat and ran. It must be somewhere around here The pce itself was a huge maze, but luckily I remembered a few ces. From here, turn left and then right again. Tuk. Jinhyuk turned a corner and skipped through numerous rooms that looked the same. At first nce, they looked simr, but there were subtle differences that only a dead person could recognize. Shape of the keyhole. When illuminated by light, there was a room with a circr hole in the shape of an ammonite. here! Jinhyuk, who was watching with eagle eyes, stopped in front of a room. okay. Its definitely true. This is the warehouse where Azathoths relics are stored. Im shaking Jinhyuk tried to calm his frantically beating heart. Azathoth itself was deceptive, but among them, there were 19 relics of different quality. If nothing else, we must seal number 3, Floating ck Eyes and number 15, Dimension Breaker, using this opportunity. If Azathoth used both of them, the chance of winning was 0%. It would be best if we could seal it until thest 19 times, but it would be difficult at our current level. So, first of all, weapons that can be used must be sealed. Eturacra. [The effect of Lost Language is activated!] [Some of the barriers outside the warehouse are lifted!] p! Doors that had been tightly shut opened to the left and right. * Same time. Kwasik! Crackling. Are you saying hes not even this fucking guy? Nyathotep, who had disposed of one of the clones created from residual moonlight, looked even more confused. The pursuit was a littlete because a hole appeared in the root, which was thought to be impossible. Half a beatter, I followed what I thought was the most real trace, but I had already hunted only the second clone. I thought they would naturally aim for the bedroom Are you saying its not? The top priority is where Azathoth sleeps. I was sure that if they were going to fool around, that would be the most likely ce. However, Jinhyeoks alter egos, except for two, were moving to a ce far away from the bedroom. [Nyathotep reads Memories of the Roots.] The most threatening, Ellis, was also moving at high speed with one of the guys presumed to be Jinhyeok. The destination is the memory vault where primordial memories are stored. . Is it really true that Im moving with Jinjo? The memory archive was also a ce where secrets that should never be revealed to the outside world were kept. Although the uneasiness of missing something was still clinging to his brain, Nyathotep drew the most reasonable result based on the clues currently avable. [Transportation takes ce.] Nyathotep once again melted into the roots. Hoping to catch the real thing this time. Chapter 727 Episode 727 50th floor Pce of Azathoth (4) Crawl! Grumble! ck mud spurted out. Tsk! Ellis, who was moving quickly, stopped on the spot. This horsepower. This feeling. Its definitely true. I was caught up by Nyathotep. The slimy mud soon formed bizarre shapes. Hmm I guess I got the answer right this time. Nyathotep looked at Jinhyuk and Ellis. One of the most key figures in Goinmul Corporation. The probability that Ataraxias matriarch was sent away with a fake was extremely low. At least thats what Nyathotep thought. The right answer is where the luggage is. What are you trying to scoop up? Ellis was not pushed back by the momentum in the slightest. Stubbornly as always. As the true ancestor of a n, he stood up to the ancient being. If you just give up, it wont hurt you too much. What I want are books and that person. Your Excellency. Because Jims contract is something that only Jim can own. [The unique spear Revtion of the Beginning C Crimson Wings is activated!] [Crown of Pureblood is worn!] Parts! Wings with white and red feathers and a crown soaked in blood. It was abination that maximized Jinjos abilities. Of course, this is not an arrangement for battle. tacit agreement. Neither Nyathotep nor Ellis could use their power properly. This is because if a shock sufficient to awaken Azathoth urs, the worst oue will ur for everyone here. You are about to go this difficult path. Do you think it would be possible to run away from me? Try it. Jim will test it himself. So this is a game of tag. Quang! Tsutsutsu! Everyones new models just disappeared. A chase of chase followed with limited attack and defense. ??? Ugh! The Braham Ring he was wearing shook violently. Nyathoteps next target was the Primeval Memory Vault where Elise and another clone were located. Finally, I bit into the most appetizing bait. From now on is the most important time. Hold on tight. Jinhyuk bit his lip slightly. Feeling reassured yet anxious. Although he is the strongestpanion chosen from the Tower of Trials, he is not easy to deal with. But the die had already been cast. Right now, I have to make good use of the precious time Ellis has bought me. [The me of the Beginning is activated!] Boom! Multiple fireballs lit up the interior. Then a scene unfolded that could not help but excite. Wow The countless sights I saw while ying Tower of Trials. And I thought I had been trained by the many things I saw and experienced while actually climbing the tower. In fact, in some cases, it was a chronic condition. However, no matter how much one looked at the special space where Azathoths relics were stored, it was something that one could not get used to. I feel like I want to take it all. How much easier would the future be if we could manipte these relics freely? We may not know it, but the war with Eden may have ended as soon as it began. okay. That kind of feeling is like a chimney. The problem is that each relic here contains magic unique to Azathoth. If you pick it up without any preparation, you never know what price you will pay. In other words. It means sour grapes that look delicious but are inedible. Lets not be greedy. Jinhyuk worked hard to get himself together. And he moved to seal the relics, not acquire them. A few minutes to run along the long passage. Among the numerous relics, there was a huge eye that overwhelmed the eyes. Grumble! A long, slit pupil was located in the dark red mes. One of the 19 relics that can be considered a symbol of Azathoth. The third is Floating ck Eyes. I finally found it. [The zodiac signs Lord of the Serpent appears!] Two snakes wrapped around the relic through the de of the First de. Purr. The snakes trajectory was drawn in the floating ck eye. [The sealing begins!] If this guy had been awake, the living thing would have disintegrated into molecules and scattered as soon as he opened his eyes. It was this ck eye that possessed a wide-range ability that was on apletely different level from Grosss One Eye Moon. This means that no matter how many troops you have, you will be reduced to nothing less than an ant in front of your eyes. so that. Sealing these eyes in advance meant more than just arge number of troops. Lets focus. This is something that must be approached much more carefully and meticulously than when performing the highest level of fusion. Moreover, because time was very limited, we could not hesitate even for a moment. [Magic connection continues.] [Higher barriers are connected to the optic nerves of the eyes.] Cold sweat quickly began to form on Jinhyuks face. And it could be said that it was almost the same time. Nyathotep, who was chasing Elise in another location, sensed something unusual had urred in Azathoths warehouse. * !? Nyathotep, who had been harshly pressuring Elise, stopped right on the spot. Anger and a sense of despondency enveloped my entire body at the fact that I had beenpletely caught off guard. How dare you try to do such a dirty thing while dealing with me? Even if you do your best just to escape, it wont be enough. Rather, they are targeting a warehouse located deeper. Its not normal for my pride to get hurt. Having high self-esteem is a disease at this level. Anyway, if I was going to give up just because I met you, why would I havee all the way to a ce like this? Ellis added fuel to Nyathoteps anger. Be careful what you say. I have to capture you alive, but theres nothing that says you have to have your limbs attached. Theres a lot to say about a subject that cant even step on Jims shadow. If youre that confident, just keep chasing me. Ellis spread his wings once again. however. Grumble. Nyathotep did not fall for Elliss provocation. Whats more important now is chasing Jinhyeok, who has the Necronomicon. Moreover, if the main body is located where the relic of Azathoth is, there is no need to measure it anymore. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! However, before the spatial movement through the roots could be achieved, Ellis skewers flew out. Puff puff puff! Tsk! Nyathotep looked at the skewers stuck in his body and turned to Ellis. Are you crazy? When given the chance, just keep running away. I just cant tolerate people who turn a blind eye to me. A game of tag where you chase and be chased. Now the object and role havepletely changed. *** By the time 20 minutes had passed. Jinhyeok, who had sealed the floating ck eye number 3, was concentrating on sealing number 15, Dimension Breaker. I approach it cautiously, reminiscing about what I did in the past. [Owner of Serpens C Trail of the White Snake is activated!] Pure white snakes were crawling around a bizarre sword over 100 meters long that was stuck in the middle of the warehouse. Dozens of sealing ceremonies based on lostnguages. Barriers through Infinite Magic and Zodiac Signs unfolded endlessly. Im losing my mind. The attempt to seal two holy relics in session was enough to erode his spirit to its core. Right then. Grumble! Grumble! Mud spewed out in front of Jinhyeok. Although Ellis skewers were stuck here and there, it seems that he was able to move sessfully to avoid the pursuit in the end. Did youe in the end? Jinhyuks appetite was bitter. The game of tag ends here. Its as they say. The sealing ceremony was almost finished, but it was impossible to escape from Nyathotep in this state, as all magical power was about to be depleted. His fate would be to have his book taken away after being caught struggling uglyly. It really was a n like this. At this point, I honestly want to apud your creativity. How can we even think of sealing the relic? Nyathotep walked away, shaking his head from side to side. Purple shadows began to slowly encroach on the room. Afterpletely blocking the escape route. It was to catch the rats in the poison. Jinhyuk stumbled and took a step back. [The sealing of the Dimension Breaker was sessful.] This is fortunate. Fortunately, though. Nyathoteps siege had also just beenpleted. So what do you n to do now? Doing anything more would be of no use. The distance between the two is now about 10m. It was a gap that could have been narrowed with just one step. Now its almost time Jinhyuk nervously counted down each second. And at that very moment. Sarah. Jinhyuk felt a strange sensation at his fingertips. *** Same time. In Azathoths bedroom, people who were thought to be the most unlikely were gathered together. Ha you can! right? Of course! Andrea clenched her fists at Chunghas words. They had only one mission. It was to infiltrate Azathoths room. From the beginning, Jinhyuk nned to lure Nyathotep by using Ellis as bait. Of course, that alone is not enough. At least in Azathoths pce, it was impossible to resist Nyathoteps pursuit. so that. Jinhyuk uses himself as bait to lure Nyathotep. We have created a n that will fulfill the most important purpose ofing here. It is through Chungha and Andrea. Andrea, who uses the Requested Fox Bead, will be able to erase her presence almostpletely. Above all, Andria and Cheongha, who were the least dangerous, had no choice but to be thest priority pursuit targets for Nyathotep. And the prediction was exactly right. [The party members have safely entered Azathoths bedroom!] [An incredible achievement has been achieved!] [A flower that cannot bloom and 8 drops of water have been obtained!] A message announcing sess. Andrea and Cheongha achieved their goal. its okay! Now that there was no longer any reason to stay here, Jinhyeok squeezed out all of his remaining magical power and activated his unique ability. Damn it! The staff split into dozens of pieces and began to merge with the half-cut ess ticket. [You have seeded in fusion!] Now it is time to go back. Apletely reversed situation. Jinhyeok, who had regained hisposure, added a word to Nyathotep. Thats always the problem for you. The habit of looking down on the weak. I paid arge tuition fee this time, so I hope you dont get angry and take some time to reflect on yourself. It was a bonus to sprinkle salt in the wound with a grin. river Jinhyuk! Nyathoteps mouth was torn abnormally long. This is because the string of reason that had been connected by a single thread waspletely broken just moments ago. But it was toote. Even if I tried to attack now, the items were activated much faster. [The period of the 50th floor pass is forcibly terminated.] [Space movement takes ce.] With that, the images of those who came to the 50th floor disappeared. Chapter 728 Episode 728 Gathering Forces (1) [Sessful in copying the unique spear Hundred Ghosts Night Journey C West!] [Sessful in copying the unique spear Spirit Rush!] The power to handle numerous ghosts and the Miao tribes unique skills. Ability to recreate legs. This time, while visiting Azathoths pce, I easily copied both unique spears. In fact, since every minute and every second was a life-threatening situation, it was no problem to raise the heart rate. KkeukKkeukkeu. Laughter continues to flow. Is this what it would look like if a lost person kept smiling? The corner of Jinhyuks mouth twitched like he had won the lottery. Tsk, tsk. I finally came to my senses. Jinhyuk, why are you acting like that all of a sudden? Haha. My brother is a bit unusual. Ugh. They said something big is going to happen soon and they called everyone together. What are they going to do if they justugh? Cheon Yoo-seong, Teresa, Lee Tae-min, and Yoo Yeon-hwa saw Jinhyeok like that and gave different reactions. However, it is only a formal response. Themon thought was that it was insignificant. After seeing and experiencing that stagnant figure for a long time, I was fully aware that Jinhyeok was not in his right mind. Either way, Jinhyuk was lost in his own fantasy. Nyathotep, even thinking about how that guy screamed makes me feel relieved. A god on the 50th floor who always slips away like a loach and only hits the painful spot. When I thought about the past that I had suffered because of that guy, it felt like all the 10 years of pain were going away all at once. This is why I say this time and time again: people must live good lives. Call for retribution. Because you reap what you sow. by the way. thing. Your hands seem to be a bit slow. Young man. Jinhyuk approached Orun, who was sweating profusely in the cksmith shop. The extremebor, which had alreadysted 77 hours, was lightly viting even the bare minimum of human rights. Quang! Quang! Quang! Huh. Huh. Huh? Oh no. This is Orun shouted in surprise. I really only wanted to take a break for about 5 seconds, but I ended up getting stuck on that scene. There are 155 highest-grade magic stones that have been entered so far. It is meaningless to count the number of intermediate and low-level magic stones. The feeling that was good just a moment ago suddenly cools down. There are many high treasons in the world, but the most important one is by far the meaningless squandering of a deceased persons property. Im working hard too. But isnt time too tight? Im working without being able to eat, drink, or even sleep! Orun defended himself. Its a reasonable story. of course. At Goinmul Corporation, employees dissatisfaction had the same meaning as saying they would soon resign. chuck. Jinhyuk grabbed the frost spirits spear. So? haha. Thats not it just give it a little more time. Its not that its not. Strengthening First de and rbining Balmung isnt that simple, is it? No matter how many drops of water you gave me its still too much. I have no experience dealing with such a thing in the first ce. So, as you wished, you provided Hephaestus with talented cksmiths and spirit ves from various ces, didnt you? The Spirit King and the spirits are eating food in Ellis fortress. Jinhyuk lured them with the lure of magic stones and forcibly imprisoned them in Oruns cksmith shop. The goal was to sessfully achieve the strengthening goal in a short period of time based on sufficientbor and resources. No more fuss, just one day. Give me just one more day. Exactly one day. Please dont disappoint me this time. Jinhyuk gave a low warning. Of course. When have I ever disappointed you? Orun swallowed dry saliva and nodded his head. Okay, I guess its okay if I make this much of a threat. In fact, I knew very well that it was impossible for Orun or Hephaestus to strengthen their weapons in this short period of time. However, it is more efficient to tighten everything rather than loosen it. My heart pounded again as I thought about testing out new weapons in the near future. by the way. How much progress has been made with the work I left here during my trip to the 50th floor? Is Lucifers side somewhat finished? Jinhyeok asked Cheon Yuseong, whose face was still full of contempt. We havent seen the end yet. Still, I captured what you asked for. It will be enough to find the gap. The deep part of the demon world that boasts impregnability. Lucifers citadel boasted a majesty worthy of its name. However, it made no sense topletely capture the fortress at this timing in the first ce. Just creating a variable by mobilizing Cheon Yoo-seong and Teresa. Thats enough. If a full-scale war begins anyway, opportunities to take advantage of the situation will inevitably arise. Its almost now. Jinhyuk looked at the dark clouds approaching from afar. Even without saying it, I could feel the atmosphere of war in the air. Eden, including Raphael and Uriel. And even the dragon race and the army of the Thousand Ages. The inevitable moment that will truly decide the fate of the upper ss has arrived. The remaining period is about a week. Jinhyuk thought of the things he had not finished yet. From now on, we must visit the coalition forces, strengthen solidarity, and distribute the tasks each person must perform. You must alsoplete your trump card to win an unfavorable war. It must be very busy. A one-time battle with real swords where mistakes are not tolerated. Jinhyuk calmly began to create a form for victory in his head. ??? Yes, Mike. Han Soo-hyuk answered his call as if he had been waiting. But Mike, who was so excited, didnt notice that. Can I ask you just one question? Theres still some time before I get to bat, so yeah, thats good. As much as you want. thank you. Its nothing else Mikes mouth closed as he tried to organize the jumble of questions in his head. After a very brief silence, his mouth finally opened. How can I throw a ball like that? Is it important to have a constant release point when throwing a knuckleball? Why did you throw a knuckleball today in the first ce? Youre not really a knuckleball pitcher. I wish I could ask just one question at a time. Oh shit. Sorry. I was so excited. Okay, so what Im saying is Mike. hmm? First of all, the release point is important. Especially when you and I throw a mix of knuckleballs of two speeds. The most important thing is to throw a proper knuckleball. You must not mistake this. To do that, of course, all you have to do is practice. Until the feeling of throwing a fast ball ispletely gone. And if you ask me why I threw a knuckleball I dont know. Just because you want to? Mike listened to Han Su-hyuk without being able to close his mouth. Although he hadnt yed for this team for long, he knew how quiet the young Asian yer in front of him was usually, so he wondered why he was answering him so kindly right now. However, it seemed that Han Su-hyuks words were not over yet. Thats what a knuckleball is anyway. Even I cant guess where the ball will go after leaving my hand. As for the technical part, you already know the answer. So I dont think thats what yourecking, Mike. What am Icking? What on earth is that? Faith, I am not wrong. The belief that the path I have chosen is the right one, and the efforts that can make that belief even stronger. Ah Its so obvious, right? But thats my opinion. Mike, I believe in myself. You are right. Youre not wrong. You just have to keep going. There was one more thing that should have followed. This is what you from the future taught me. You will be a great knuckleball pitcher and survive here for a long time. Han Soo-hyuk bowed his head toward the microphone, swallowing the words he could never say out loud. Thanks again Mike. sincerely. Mike still didnt know what Han Soo-hyuk meant. The only thing Mike could do was nod eagerly and thank him for his kindness. _ _ Han Soo-hyuk, who hit .400 with 11 home runs and 25 RBIs, has be a strong candidate for the yer of the Month award. The zero point hasnt been set yet. Im not in my best condition yet Baseball fans are shocked] [Seattle fans: I became confident after todays game. He is the best yer in the American League, or even the Big League. I sincerely salute the board for bringing in such a yer.] [Baseball fans at Han Soo-hyuks starting pitching game, which was broadcast live across the United States again through ESPN, He is a tremendous yer. Its just too bad hes not our yer.] Damn, cant anyone just lend me a pistol? What do you do with a pistol? When the general manager went to Korea to recruit an unknown Korean yer, I protested in front of the stadium. What protest? Dont worry about unnecessary things and sign a proper free agent contract with our teams shortstop. Which team are you on? Mets Jesus I really think I need a pistol What the fuck is that guy? Is that a grade that makes sense? I thought it would just sh for a moment, but its still over 40%? What about 22 scoreless innings? No matter how much I throw at 107 mph, does that make sense? Looks like you missed thest game, buddy. Want to take a look at this? ???? What is this again? Why are Toronto idiots swinging and missing on 70 mph balls? Thats a knuckleball. Knuckleball? They say hes a fastball pitcher, but hes throwing knuckleballs . Damn, thats not important. Anyway, one thing is certain. The winner of thest stove league was Seattle. Anyway, that guy looks pretty young. How old is he? Twenty-three Oh my God What on earth was I doing when I was twenty-three? He was probably lying on the sofa watching a pitiful Mets game and eating ice cream. The interest in Han Soo-hyuk, which started mainly among Seattle fans, is now starting to spread throughout the league in earnest. Even fans of teams that had never yed against Seattle learned about Han Soo-hyuk and were astonished by his amazing achievements. Meanwhile, Seattles journey continued. In the second game against Toronto, Seattle, which had won its second game in a row with third starter Djimon Anderson Jr. giving up two runs in six innings, was now preparing to meet its next opponent. The opponent for this three-game series, in which 4th starter Dalvin Schwartz, 5th starter Mike Warren, and 1st starter Ryan Tebow will y, was none other than the Los Angeles Dodgers former team that almost released Mike. Chapter 729 Episode 729: Gathering Forces (2) [Machine Lord C The screen of the reconnaissance drone is transmitted.] On the screen, Taemin Lees drones sent to Eden were transmitting images in real time. -Can you see me well? -Wow. brother. Its no joke here. Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min waved their hands. Behind it were endless clouds and walls. A fortress that Eden worked hard to build over the past few years. Because the dragons led by the ancient dragon Addon and the deities of the heavens were added, its sturdiness andpleteness were unrivaled. This means that the level of difficulty is much higher than that of Lucifers stronghold that Egypt and Beriel are currently targeting. Jinhyuk carefully checked the transmitted video. There are far more troops there than us. 10 times more than I can guess. Not only the amount, but also the strength of the main lords was much higher than here. Let alone Cheonse and Eden, there was such an asymmetry in power that there were dragons and ancient dragons. In 1:1, Asura, who is treated as the strongest like Son Goku, could also act as a variable. More than anything. The biggest concern is that Nyathotep, who is angry to the end, may intervene in earnest in this war. Since I took a shot at Azathoths pce, of course I wouldnt sit still. The Elder Gods who wanted to secure the Necronomicon also could not guarantee when and where they would sell their traps. of course. Theres also a room here called Goinmul Corporation. A special move that can be said to be almost unique. In order to suffocate the enemy, my colleagues and I must do better than anyone else. Thats incredible. It wont be easy. Hahaha! What are you worried about? We have a hero who can turn the situation around no matter how unfavorable it is? Besides, if we fight with manly fists, we cant lose. Thor and Hercules cracked their joints. The two gods seemed as if they were going to rush to whoever their opponent was and crush their skulls. This is also reassuring. Have you looked at the ces I mentioned? -huh. You mean Waterfall in the Sky and Temple of the Saints? -I looked around as much as I could with Gabriels help. I dont think it will be easy. still. As my brother said, there are definitely more ces where there is a void in magical power than other ces. Its not bad news. At least the first ce to move has been determined. You worked hard. Nowe back before you get caught. This is enough for a reconnaissance mission. Jinhyuk ordered Lee Taemin and Yoo Yeonhwa to return. -Okay, I get it! -Go and see. brother. [The screen ends!] The screen turns ck. Odin, who had his arms crossed, spoke for the first time. When does the attack start? Its three dayster. Jinhyuk took out a scroll containing the overall strategy for this incident and handed one to each Shinhwa. The faces of the priests who opened the scroll became serious. As it was a war with a low chance of winning, the tasks each person had to perform were more important and difficult than expected. In some cases, they were forced to work in what was no different from a suicidemando. How many of these can you survive? And how many stars will fall. This means that no one can guarantee anything. I know its difficult. Jinhyuks voice was low. But it is an unavoidable fight. The die has been cast. All braking devices that could prevent collisions between forces had already been worn out a long time ago. Either survive. Either perish. There are only two options to decide. Then, of course, you have to choose to survive. *** Dragons Rare. This ce, which was chosen as a new base following the Giants Citadel, has been neglected for quite a long time for various reasons. To be exact, it was only left to Jinhyuk, the owner. How did we end up like this? I too I dont know. Martial Spirit and Pendariel. The two bosses in charge of the lower levels of the Tower of Trials sighed in self-deprecation. It was good that he was revived once again through Enterrance to the Valha, but from then on, he was living a life worse than death. Stopining and get to work quickly! Cant you see that this body, a blood rtive, is also working!? Ophelia, a blood rtive of the Decasus family, screamed out loud. Ophelia, dressed in a straw hat and work clothes, looked quite different from a vampire. Anyone can see that he is a nobleman who returned to farming. Retired vampire. A sickly and prickly silver-haired girl who is healing. I couldnt see anything more than that. Move quickly. We have to apply fertilizer and nt new crops. There is a lot of work to do! i get it. Tsk. You work all day. Youre a woman who doesnt know anything about fashion. Pendariel and Martial Spirit grumbled and started working again. Still, thanks to receiving pure blood from Ellis, he has be several times stronger than before. Even if Martial Spirit and Pendariel were the bosses who ruled the lower levels, they could not surpass Ophelia. In fact, in the beginning, I refused to farm and then experienced the sting of it. of course. They were not the only ones under forced detention here. I really did mislead my student. I came here because he said he would rmend a ce where I could practice quietly. LOL. Hehe. I too was victimized by Prince Cheon. He alsomitted all these scams. I guess that child has now learned how to live in the world. There were also images of Amhwang holding an axrger than his own body and Chuhonsayeong holding a trowel. Im mostly good at exploring but. Designing mazes is definitely not my area. Hehe. It might not be a bad thing to be able to create traps to your hearts content. Fesis and Balseter, or rather, foot odor, had alsoe to upgrade the dragon rare. Although Jinhyeok had alreadyid out the rough framework through Labyrinth Creation, it was the responsibility of these two to handle the small and delicate matters. In addition, various races and members were called from various levels. Everyone was tricked intoing here for various reasons. Right then. Ugh! A gate opened in the center of Lair. It was an exclusive gate through which only the base owner who controlled the base could freely enter and exit. And the fact that it is open means that Jinhyuk ising. The hands of those who were joking around here and there suddenly became busier. Immediately, a familiar face appeared with a dazzling light. Has everyone been doing well? Jinhyuk walked away with his back. It seems as if the king in the pce has gone out to inspect the people. Everyone looked at each other and nodded. great. Cancer, thats how it should be. This will be the most important base in the war. Your preciousbor is needed more than anything else. Of course it will take effort. Why do I have to do this? You might want to hit him right away. Is there anyone like that? Actually, I dont understand it a little bit. me too. Recing high-quality human resources for this kind of work Comints broke out as if they had been waiting for it. These are the reactions I expected. For those of you who are like that, we have prepared a refreshing suggestion. Im thinking of going on an outing for a change of scenery. AKA pic. The idea is to go to a new ce, eat delicious food, experience various things, and cool your head. Of course, I thought he was going to threaten me by talking about resignation and death, but something unexpected came out. Oh oh!? Still, you know how to think about us. I thought my personality was poor, but I guess people always see the bottom. Its nice to have a pic! Cluck! Positive reactions followed. Then follow me this way. Oh, Ophelia, except you. You stay and finish the gardening. Why? Why are you going to y without me? Ophelia protested fiercely. The employee talking back? Thats not it. I worked hard too, but I think this kind of discrimination is too much. I farmed with the utmost sincerity! Thats why. Huh? Thats it. Do whatever you ask me to do. Jinhyuk opened the gate leading to another dimension. He then threw the ugly strawberry he had received from Beriel beyond it. Giggles! When the strawberry with the devils face touched the quivering surface, it turned ck. The surface that was once changed to a red light. Okay then, shall we leave? Jinhyuk smiled and stretched out his hand towards the gate. Okay. Lets go. I heard there are so many beautiful ces in the tower. Im already looking forward to seeing where we decide. I hope the main location is the sea. I want to have a drink while listening to the cool sound of the waves. A valley or a meadow isnt bad either. Peaceful all the way Damp and dark a ce full of corpses. Hmm. You can enjoy the arts. I think it might be a quiet ce where you can rx and y chess. The people gathered together talked about their own vacation ns and walked into the gate. And when thest of them went inside, the view waspletely different. * ** Roar! Cuckoo! A huge river made up of a sea of fire. Numerous demonic beasts were flying above the ck castle walls. Anyone could see that it was a ce very far from a peaceful summer resort. What is this? Where on earth am I? Oh my god. Except for Jinhyuk, there was only one person who knew the answer to the barrage of questions. Haa. Was that something like that? Pesis ruffled his hair. As one of the best explorers in the tower, Pesis knew where this ce was from the moment he entered. This is the demon world. It is also the most poisonous ce at the moment. It was the outskirts of Lucifers fortress. Youvee to the right ce. Jinhyuk nodded as he looked at the magma gushing out of the mountain. All preparations were almostplete. Now, all he had to do was get a few items to be perfect. One of them was inside Lucifers castle. p p! Jinhyuk sped his palms together. Now, since we dont have much time, Ill just say it once. Theres one thing I need to find in there, but if I go in alone, Im afraid there will be quite a troublesome chase. You ca nt find items while dealing with demons. Thats why we need people who will draw their attention. Thats you. . Arent you doing too much? Ive never even heard of this. I didnt want to do farming, so I came up with something much more dynamic. Im still full of dissatisfaction. Unfortunately, this is a choice. Its not a matter. Sigh! Gnome. Smander. Yes! Master! Im ready! The gnomes and smanders who had left behind when they went to the demon world a few days ago saluted in an unmoving posture. At the same time. [The gnome activates Bite-Sized Ground!] Make a dent! Cut down the ground. The entire ground disappeared as if it had been struck. Of course, all the members on it also disappeared into the gnomes mouth. A passage leading to a tunnel. [Smander activates me road!] Kukukukuku. ! A dazzling me illuminated the path. In an instant, a ray of me crossed the ground and prated into the inside of Lucifers fortress. It was a smooth and clean spatial movement without any room for defense. Cheeeee! In the acrid smoke. Krrrr. Koooooo! The bloody sound of the demonic beasts howling pierced my eardrums. The high-ranking demons and high-ranking demons reacting to the intruder all entered a state of emergency. There are as many people who want to fool around this time too . You can smoke it. However, in that case, well, it wont be easy to survive. Jinhyuk lightly loosened his wrists and ankles and took a running stance. Chapter 730 Episode 730 Heavens door (1) Amidst the continuous barrage. Lucifer maintained his position without wavering. As if to prove that the experience umted through countless trials and tasks is never in vain. The main bases were perfectly defended despite the onught of Egypt and Beriel. but. Its reputation was torn apart by invaders who appeared out of nowhere. Quaaaang! Fuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu! Oooooh! Hold on! Hahaha! Ill crush them all. Diverse residents from all walks of life. Its abination where you cant even find amon denominator. There was no need to say that the number was small. Nevertheless, the sight of them digging into the center of the outer fortress and overpowering the demons was truly shocking. So you didnt catch even one person and missed them all? Lucifer, who saw the memories stored through the one-eyed devil, slowly opened his mouth. His eyes were filled with cold anger that was different from his usual cool-headedness. Im sorry. Oh my! The head of the demon who was speaking exploded. Red blood soaked the floor. Lucifer turned his attention to the second demon, who was trembling. Go ahead and report. Yes yes! A subus with long ck hair and dripping with cold sweat bowed her head. There are a lot of damaged demon beasts, but the damage is not veryrge. The enemies that invaded in the first ce were very small, and their intention was to waste time rather than engage in a full-scale battle. Did you take your time? Lucifer repeated those words. There would be nothing in particr for Kang Jin-hyuk to aim for outside the fortress. There are only various elixirs that increase the ferocity of demonic beasts and seedlings of nts that only grow in the demon world. Both of them would be no different from trash to him. Nevertheless, the fact that they broke in means that they found a way to use it. You took a hit. Whatever the purpose, it is aplete defeat. Lucifer stood up. Execute all the ipetent people guarding there. Tell the newmander that if he repeats the same mistake, he will end up in the same situation. yes. The lichs guarding the left and right immediately used teleportation. Ah, I guess I should finish it off neatly. Please, please The subus trembled slightly. Tears filled with longing for life flowed. However, the opponent is the devil. Full of irritation at the fact that he was yed by a human. Puff puff puff! With a single gesture from Lucifer, even the body of the subus who was reporting was reduced to a handful of blood. Jinhyeok could have told Eden and the Dragon n what he was aiming for, but Lucifer decided not to share the information. Eden is also a problem that demons will have to take over someday. There is no need to prevent power loss by telling them what is advantageous. The best ending is for Goinmul Corporation and Eden to kill each other and destroy each other. Lucifers n was to use all his umted power to wipe out everything in a tattered situation. *** Time passed quickly. Jinhyeok, who hadpletely established Dragon Lairs base, calmly waited for the approaching decisive battle. I did everything I could. I met a lot of people and prepared items and hidden cards. Nevertheless, although he was still outnumbered, the emotion Jinhyeok was feeling was excitement, not despair. Conquering the summit of the tower that has already begun to be visible. When I thought that I could now see that scene with everyone rather than alone, my heart tingled. Im sure Ill win. Prevent the destruction of humanity. I will face the tomorrow when destruction is over with those I cherish. Jinhyeok, who hadposed himself, got up from his seat. Before we knew it, dawn had passed and morning was approaching. lets go. Jinhyuk approached his colleagues waiting outside the tent. Its a start. I was waiting. Dont worry too much, just trust me. I will destroy all the little angels and lizards. Cheon Yu-seong, Teresa, and Ellis are fully armed. We are ready too. Lets have a game. Yeo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min also joined. Right then. Tiring! [A special event urs!] [The base upation war begins!] [The forces belonging to both sides take each others key bases and win the final war.] [Number of bases in the Ancient Corporation: 12 vs. Edens Number of bases: 33] [Period: 179D: 23H: 59M: 59S] [When winning: All of the opponents territory is absorbed and free movement to the upper floors is guaranteed.] [When losing: You lose everything you have. ] [Reward: You can permanently obtain one of the existing purple grade items. In this case, the selection applies to all items in the Tower of Trials, and it does not matter if the item is currently missing or has been forcibly bound by someone.] [ In addition, 12 additional rewards are given . . C Click View Details to check details.] Numerous status windows appeared one after another. When at least threerge powers unite and wage war against anotherrge power alliance. And if the war has such a huge impact that it copses the bnce of the tower. It was a special event that urred only when both conditions were met. The rewards are huge. A spark appeared in Jinhyuks eyes. It may be because of the exclusive nature of getting only the best rewards, but it was filled with mouth-watering content. In particr, being able to freely choose purple grade items was a temptation that was hard to resist. It was also a great price to pay to be able to reach the top floor of the tower in one go if you just broke through this point. but. It is not always the case that only good things are written about it. The number of locations where the enemy had established a stronghold was twice as many as expected. It appears that all of their power was focused only on the base,pletely blocking external activities. This is not an easy number to take away within a period of half a year. We should hurry. The assembled troops began to move in earnest. * The destination of the Allied forces that departed from Beriels territory was Sky Falls, which could be said to be the entrance to Eden. The Temple of the Saints was also a candidate, but it was easier for arge army to move there. Thanks to prior reconnaissance using drones, it was easy to clear out the sentries. Ugh! Let Jinhyuk and Teresa borately rearrange their divine powers. The endless flowing water of the waterfall disappeared like a lie. Lets go. Arge, long oyster revealed between the waterfalls. Once again the troops moved. How long has it been like that? The final destination where the Allied forces finally arrived was Heavens Door. Originally, only those who received heavenly permission could enter the main gate. Of course, this is an area that is not permitted to those without an invitation. Gabriel, who was kicked out, was also stripped of his authority. thud! thud! thud! thud! A huge army gathered in front of the gate. The coalitions troops stretched out and formed a long formation. Are you nning on rushing through the front door? I heard that even demons who have been fighting for thousands of years wont touch this ce. Odin, whomands Northern Europe, looked at the gates of heaven and asked a question. This isnt just something to throw around. As a leader who leads numerous forces. The question is how to start a war where the odds of winning are slim. This is the only passage through which troops of this size can move. Above all, the supply route is the shortest and there are no rough roads to get there, making it easy to defend. In the same sense, the period in which rear support can be received will also be elerated. [The movement routes for supply routes and support units are disyed.] Numerous lines and dots appeared in the air. n A to Z. We need to prove that we are not simply suppressing the situation with force. Because the key was to show that we were qualified to win the war, not the battle. Hmm. I see. Odin nodded as if satisfied. The rest of the lords alsopletely changed their view of Jinhyeok. Its not just about being sneaky and sly and digging into the enemys weaknesses. This is because I realized that I have the ability to judge the situation calmly. If you have a n like this, you can ept even if the sacrifices here are big. That was themon thought of all gods. Just one person. Except for Jinhyuk. We cant waste our precious troops right from the start. An outstanding master achieves victory even over numerous corpses. And the stagnant water was able to produce results without casualties. shall we start. Jinhyuk summoned a sweet potato from subspace. Mosquito! The sweet potato roared loudly. Its wings spread wide and its four plump feet stepped firmly on the ground. Already in modern times, he had consumed a huge amount of magic stones and had filled his magical power to its maximum level. There is no need to worry about running out of firepower. [Arge amount of magic stones are reced with magic power!] [The level of the ability is temporarily increased!] [Sweet potato is Lv??? Activates Breath!] Kukukukuku! ck light gathering along the red mouth. The strongest fear signaled the beginning of the war. ??? Three days before Jinhyuk started the war. Even outside the Tower of Trials, the person who was crouching and watching the timing moved. I figured out the strategy. I will let you see the top of the tower within six months from now. At a gathering where all the presidents of awakened associations around the world and executives ofrge guilds gathered. Schuette spit out something like a bombshell. haha. Mr. Schuette tells all the jokes. great. This is a time when we need that kind of spirit. This is truly a statement worthy of someone who has conquered the ruins that humanity has been struggling with so much. Cluck. And ttering words that try to make the most of nonsense. . Tsk. Youre talking like half a year. The words went beyond bravado and were filled with opposition to what was being fantasized. Of course, the former resonated loudly. The difference was that thetter was a whisper, almost like talking to oneself. To that extent, what Schuette said could not help but be weighty. You seem to have a hard time believing me. Schuette grinned. Then he stood up as if there was no need for a long conversation. Why are you doing this? Please wait here. I will now prove to you whether what I am saying is false or not. With those words, Schuette disappeared into the tower. And what follows. It was enough to throw everyone into shock. Tiring! [The 40th floor of the Tower of Trials has been conquered.] [Chuette, who achieved an amazing achievement, will be inducted into the Hall of Fame tomorrow.] [Conquer the next level of the tower within the next 90 days.] Only 6 hours. This is the time it took for the boss monster on the stairs, whichrge guilds and dozens of raiding parties were struggling to break through, to fall. Unbelievable. Was it really true? Its not like there was any other help. It was confirmed that the attack was carried out alone without the help of residents or deities. haha. Maybe it was us who underestimated him. A strength that far surpassesmon sense. But the shock didnt stop there. Schuette didnt monopolize the rewards either. Every time I broke through high-rank ruins andbyrinths, I generously distributed the relics and items to the rest of the people. I am already strong enough. Therefore, it would be more efficient for everyone if the rest of us had better weapons and armor. Even though he is strong, he is not conceited. Even those who were envious and jealous of Schuettes altruistic actions soon changed their minds. A new hero of humanity. Under that central point, everyones goals became one. No more sluggish dragging. Completely conquer the tower within a short period of time. Oooooh! can do! The fear of the apocalypse is now over! Amidst the loud shouts. [Conquer the next level of the tower within the next 90 days.] The blinking status window was stained particrly red. Chapter 731 Episode 731 Heavens door (2) Kukukukukuku Kwaaaaaaang! A huge storm arose. As the dragons breath struck the gates of heaven, the thick clouds evaporated in an instant. Tsk! Naturally, this fact was passed down to the angels guarding the gates of heaven. An order to focus only on defense within the castle no matter what happens. Therefore, the angels watched as the enemies approached right before their noses. In any case, no matter how many people came, there was no way that this gate would fall. You idiots. I couldnt believe I chose this ce. 6th hierarchy. Jamael, the garrisonmander of Heavens Door, looked down at the castle and snorted. The dragons breath is definitely powerful. But where on earth do you think this is? The sacred power and defensive magic umted over eons of time are not so easy. Moreover, the defenses here must have been greatly strengthened in recent months. Even the ancient dragon Addon, a higher species of dragon, personally ced the Dragon Word magic here. Try for a thousand years. Is there a scratch on the gate? It had already been decided who would run out and lose all their magical power. however. Jerk. Through the dragons breath, someone approached right in front of the castle gate. Who is that guy? And it doesnt matter if I know what theyre nning to do. Destroying a great world made up of divine power was much more difficult than simply destroying it with physical power. Fuhahaha! Are you looking for a key? It looks like they tried to use some simple magic, but its our sacred barrier that even senior managers couldnt break through! Right then. Coo thump! The door began to open with a loud noise. !? !!? The expressions of the angels holding the belly buttons changed 180 degrees. Kukukukuk. The door opened little by little wider. It made no sense, but it was clear that the sacred barrier had been broken. Mamak! Jamael shouted btedly. There was only deep fear in the screaming. Tuk. Jinhyuk moved faster. In the blink of an eye, Jinhyuk came inside and flew to the top of Heavens Door. Ugh! [Crown of Speed ignores air resistance.] The faint remnants left behind showed how ridiculously fast Jinhyuk was moving. Sreung! The profane one! Jamael immediately pulled out his golden greatsword and swung it sideways. All the divine power scattered in the air was sucked into the sword, creating a storm. [Jamael activates his unique ability Sacred Sword!] [As long as you are at the Heavens Door, your sacred power is increased by 100%.] Quaaaang! However, the heavy sword strike stopped right next to Jinhyeoks head. Keueueu. The tendon on the forehead popped out. Even though I tried as hard as I could with both hands, the sword wouldnt budge. Jinhyuk began to slowly push his sword up the side of Billy the Kid. Tuk. The muzzle of the gun touched Jamaels forehead. Stop! Jamael! The angels who were watching the battle nkly drew their weapons. Taang! It was at that moment that the cold sound of a gunshot rang out. A sh of light passed through Jamaels head. The trace that left a trace in the clouds continued beyond the sky. [Lostnguage reconstructs sacred power!] [The 10-star barrier Fia Reversal is activated!] Simply breaking down the door is not enough. By changing the existing barrier, we can turn this huge castle gate into an advantageous ce for our allies. Only at that level can it be called a victory in the true sense of the word. Thats ridiculous. To cross our gate so vainly. There is no way something like this is possible. Even if the archangel came in person, it wouldnt be possible! Its its over. Its all over. A symbol of Eden that stood firm against enemies from the Demon World and other levels. The shock of having that absolute trust vited was beyond imagination. So much so that many of the angels even let go of the weapons and shields they were holding. Although Jamael has been defeated, there are still tens of thousands of troops remaining on the walls. However, now the number of troops is meaningless. This is because the leader was lost and a series of incidents urred that shatteredmon sense. And the troops whose morale is at an all-time low are nothing more than a numbers-rich scarecrow. Take prisoners of those who surrender and wipe out all those who resist. Jinhyeok gave an order. ??? Howling! Bubbly! In the midst of boiling magma and mes. Numerous guardians were lined up left and right around the throne. Large species. They were all high-level monsters with terrifying power. However, even those powerful monsters were nothingpared to one being. A man with ck hair and white skin. Addon. It was one of the ancient dragons with the nickname Dragon of Destruction. What an annoying bastard. An ufortable groan came out. The scene we are currently seeing is the main gate of Eden. I didnt expect it tost forever, but I also didnt expect it to break through as soon as the war started. To that extent, Jinhyeoks barrier techniques andbat abilities far exceeded expectations. Of course, the long war has only just begun. The things they prepared havent even been used properly yet. The enemy has taken Heavens Door as their own and is continuing to move into Eden. What can we do? Great One. The person wearing a ck hood bowed his head. Imperte. A chimera created by mixing the body of a fallen angel and the soul of a dragon. He was in charge of managing all the guardians and Addons territory. Allow yourself to revel in your victory, because soon that joy will turn into despair. When you enter the door, the true meaning of the door awaits you. You will never be able to move on without taking enormous damage. What I was more concerned about than that was the Green family. Have you still failed to elect the Lord? Only when the position of the Dragon Lord is solidified will the dragons be able to properly demonstrate their power. However, everything went wrong as the Green n suddenly rebelled and wanted the Lords position in earnest. Yes. I dont think it would be possible through an election method Imperte trailed off. This means that traditional and peaceful methods can no longer be used. There is no choice but to eliminate Pinot Noir, a candidate for the Green family. I cant help it. I dont know who is ying around behind my back, but whoever it is, Im sure they will stop it. Nyathotep is on the move. It is highly likely that the entity behind the Green n is the Elder Gods, but even if that were true, they could not be the enemies of the Outer Gods. okay. The result is fixed. The process will flow as it should. Because everything will move under the will of the ancient beings. Call Vedymion and Scid. From now on, I will go to destroy the Green n. Red n and ck n. It doesnt matter which side is loaded. Both ns had already sworn loyalty to Edon. I will follow your orders. Imperte bowed her head deeply. *** Jinhyeok and the coalition, who took control of Heavens Door, entered the inside of Eden. The number of prisoners captured was approximately 20,000. On the other hand, the casualties on this side were less than 100. For a moment, what seemed like a smooth start was soon met with huge difficulties. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! A huge river made of clouds. The white torrent churned like crazy. The flow was so unusual that fragments of broken clouds hit my skin. At first nce, the more than 10 whirlpools that had formed were equally as creepy. here is? Jinhyuks expression became cautious. Although I knew a lot about Eden, this was a ce I had never seen before. I think this is a ce that Raphael has been creating over the past few months. When I was there, a river like this did not exist. Gabriel also looked embarrassed. indeed. Are you saying you werent just killing time? It was quite impressive that such a huge variable was created in such a short period of time. This pure white turbid current had more power than simply blocking the road as water. Right then. Please leave this to us who have the ability to fly. The Valkyries from Northern Europe came out. lets go. yes! Did they finally think they had an opportunity to prove their worth? A number of Valkyries immediately crossed the river and headed to the other side. however. [The Miracle of the Edeiya River is activated!] Two Valkyries flying on Pegasus were caught up in a gust of wind in the blink of an eye. Bar wind! Im falling! Aaaah! Hey! The Valkyries, who were ustomed to fighting in storms, lost their bnce. White lightning rained down in a gust of wind blowing from side to side. Kurrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrww wow wow wow! Fuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu! It was impossible to avoid lightning when it was difficult to control ones body properly. No, even if there was no gust of wind in the first ce, the rain of lightning that filled the field of vision was not something that could be avoided. with a plop! As soon as it fell into the torrent, it disappeared into the clouds. It seemed impossible to even find the body, let alone rescue it. You cant fly. Since the Valkyrie, the best in aerialbat, could not fly even 100 meters, no one would be able to take to the sky. It seems like my skills arent working either. Heimdall also failed to open the gate across space. The lightning I cant control Thor of Thunder also couldnt control the lightning. That has to be the case. Unlike at Heavens Door, this ce was filled with special and heterogeneous magic. This is not the work of angels. Jinhyuk looked at the long pirs erected here and there in the river. Thenguage written on the surface of the pir was not thenguage of angels. Ominous and empty characters that can only be seen on the 50th floor. Nyathoteps hand was here. Looking at the flow of magic power and thenguage written on the pir, the thunderbolt is only activated against beings approaching the sky. Then. Lets cross through the water. Build a boat and move around. That was the only way. The vortex looks like its not easy. If you go without any measures, you will all be lost in those clouds. It may not be perfect, but you will be able to control the flow enough to endure. [The unique ability Will of the Sea Current is activated!] When Jinhyeoks hand touches the cloud. The rushing water suddenly changed. This does not mean that the waves have be calm and calm. The turbulence was the same as before, but instead of flowing so randomly that it was impossible to predict, the flow had changed to be readable. At this level it might be possible. This is really amazing. They say hes an all-rounder, but theres nothing he cant do! good. Build a boat! Lets cross to the other side in one fell swoop! The warriors quickly began constructing ships by hand. As the Vikings skilled in naval warfare stepped forward and Hephaestus and Orun helped them, numerous ships took shape one by one. It may be too shabby to be called a battleship, but it will do its job well enough to float on the water. Kukukukukuku! Immediately thepleted ships loaded on warriors sailed above the clouds. The width of the river is about 20km. It is a distance that can be reached in 30 minutes by a ship driven by warriors. But soon after the ship departed. what? Jinhyuk realized that his choice was wrong. Chapter 732 Episode 732 Pure White Torrent (1) [The Union Fleet is setting sail!] The ships stretched forward across the whirlpool. A threatening whirlpool threatened to swallow the ship at any moment, but thanks to the will of the ocean current, such an unfortunate incident did not ur. Its smooth sailing. That was when I was thinking about it. Its shing. A red light blinked in a torrent of pure white. Is that really possible? damage! Jinhyuk reflexively screamed. Quaaaang! The boat that was leading stumbled greatly. The warriors inside were thrown away due to the tremendous impact. Aaaah! Wow! The ship was destroyed in half with a scream. This is not a shock that an improvised ship can withstand. Koooooo! The loud roar of the beast signaled the beginning of despair. I never thought there would be life living in such a torrent. There was something absurd lurking there. [The Shoggus of the abyss appear!] An entity that lives on the 50th floor. A 5m tall monster with numerous mouths and eyes moved quickly under the clouds. The eyes can barely follow the shadows. Damn it. Jinhyuk bit his lip. Of course, this was not the source on the 50th floor. An improved form optimized for Eden, which is overflowing with divine power. Although the original power was halved, the ability to maintain speed in the clouds felt much more difficult. More than anything. There was absolutely no way to outrun the Shogus with a raft like this. Puff puff puff! Whoa! Tsk! Youre so damn fast. Ellis, who was throwing red skewers, looked very excited. It is difficult to secure visibility due to thick clouds. For Jinjo, the unique power of divine power, which was a pr opposite, also greatly contributed to making aiming difficult. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! Once again, a hole was made in the boat carrying more than 500 people. Chi is sinking! Abandon ship! Ugh! Help me! Screams and the smell of bloode together in one ce. Their voices calling for help rang out desperately, but rescuing them would inevitably result in greater damage. One two no, a lot more Shogus were moving around. furthermore. In addition to the Shogus, there was something much bigger lurking around. Parts! Ice powder gathered at the tips of Jinhyuks fingers. You have to slow down and then defeat them one by one. That was when I was thinking about that. Puuuuu. The sounds of horns continued through the thick fog. at the same time. Kukukukukuku! A huge number of ships appeared on the other side. Jinhyuk Kang! Cheon Yu-seong, who was in charge of the left nk, immediately called Jin Hyeok. The right side is blocked! The same reaction continued from Teresa, who was in charge of the right. Are you saying that they approached while hiding in the fog, taking advantage of the opportunity to distract the Shogus? Although the design was simple, the most surprising thing was that so many ships were operated whilepletely hiding the presence of magical power. This scene shows how rigorous the training was. Are you already nning to deploy this much force without even a preliminary battle? I thought it was a bit strange when I handed over Heavens Door so easily. I never thought the next one would be the real gateway. Jinhyuk tried to calm hisplicated mind. Be careful. You shouldnt panic. Every response from now on will be directly rted to the absolute loss of power. ??? You got it right. One of the main gods of the millennium. Murugan looked at the enemy lines from atop the most luxurious andrgest ship. An angr face and a solid build. The energy emanating from his body exuded the experience of a veteran in battle without any filtering. Thoroughly surround and annihte them. You will never be able to escape with their improvised ship. yes! Thousands of warriors headed to their respective locations. p! The huge crossbows on board the ship were loaded. There is no need to concentrate firepower. Even if you hit just one hit at a time, it will slowly sink. of course. Even the chief priests belonging to the alliance did not sit idly by. Ordinary warriors were falling helplessly in the current situation, but the gods, who had experienced all kinds of battlefields, made the best choice even in the midst of embarrassment. Collect your battle lines! We must break through as one point, not scatter! Hestia of Greece stepped forward. Grumble! Light yellow mes spouting from the furnace began to surround the ship. Kwaaaaang! Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! The crossbow and the me imbued with magic were blocked by the me of the brazier. Brother. Yes. I know. Artemis and Apollo unleashed their power. [Apollon activates Sacred Pce of the Sun!] [Artemis activates Sacred Shrine of the Moon!] Soft moonlight poured down and a ray of light crossed the sky. And on top of that. A sh of sunlight drew a new trajectory. Tsk tsk tsk Kwakwakwakwakwa! Two rays of light exploded in the middle of Cheonses ships. White and red rays rose above the clouds, forming a mushroom cloud. Go, go, go! A tremendous aftereffect of magical power followed. Just now, dozens of ships were reduced to ashes with that single blow. We will help the injured. Ill help too! [Gabriel activates Archangels Embrace!] [Teresa activates Call of the Stars!] A small group of angels led by Gabriel and Teresa served as rear support. Although it was impossible to rescue those who had sunk into the clouds, it was possible to treat warriors injured during battle. Warm starlight and golden mist poured down on the wounded. Uuuuu Ugh! Cough The groans of those who were vomiting blood and suffering gradually quieted down. like that. Even in the midst of the surprise attack, a response was being made little by little. A ck lump popped out from the clouds. The person who climbed onto the ship in the blink of an eye was targeting Hestia. It seems that the most annoyingrge-scale defense was annoying. Kwasik! The ck mouth bit down on its prey in one go. No, I tried to bite it. Just before it reached Hestia, another god intervened. Kick, kick, kick! Its Shogus. Although Hercules barely managed to stop it, clear teeth marks remained on Hercules arms. Chi-ik! The wound area deteriorated rapidly. Ignorant dog logo. Tuquaaang! Hercules swung his club from bottom to top. One of Shogus faces was hollowed out. Toukwaang! Quaaaang! As if that wasnt enough, Hercules struck down the club again with crazy strength. thank you. Nothing much to say. Dont be too relieved, you bastard. Hes not dead at this level. For a moment, I thought I had turned him into porridge. The Shogus form was returning to its original form. Even Hercules physical strength cant kill him. It is said that no one can be killed by force. The warriors expressions became even darker. That moment. Taemin! Its done, bro! [Lee Taemin activates his unique ability, Machine Lord!] Lee Taemin, who had been gathering magical energy under the ship right after starting the voyage, immediately responded. Of course, when entering a new ce whose identity is unknown, one must keep surprise in mind. n B was already prepared. [The unique spear Last Meister is activated!] Taemin Lee and Jinhyuks unique spears ovepped at the same time. It was at that time that a new shadow appeared under the ship. [The special aircraft U-boat begins diving.] It is not a ship. The submarine, which can move freely in water as well as in gas, moved at high speed. Torpedoes with tracking capabilities intercepted the Shoggars roaming beneath the clouds. Puff poop! Fuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu! Pirs of cloud appeared here and there. Through system maniption, we have deleted the part that allows you to resist divine power from Shogus. It wont have any effect at all. Even if they have terrible regenerative abilities. Now! This moment is the only chance to escape. Jinhyeok wanted to lead all troops to the other side of the river. [Pesis activates Multidimensional Navigation!] Pesis, who can figure out the optimal route, aimed for the ce where the walls of the world are the thinnest. Quaaaang! The wedge-shaped ships broke through between the battleships. Speed and power. And even the timing. It was a room where all three elements came together. however. Confusion appeared on the faces of the gods who saw the sinking ships. what? what? I couldnt help but feel embarrassed. Because there was not a single soldier on board the ship. From the beginning, it made no sense for the ship to move as there was no one on board. Moreover, on top of the battleship are armor and weapons that have lost their owners. There were a lot of things like armor lying around. Before I could understand the situation, the next attack followed. Youre stupid enough to line up in a row. I will burn every single one of you. What was waiting was a light that made even the cornea burn white. Cuckoo cuckoo! [Altera and Aden activate Spiral Breath!] These are guys Ive faced before. The two dragons returned to their original bodies and continued to prepare and prepare for this one time. Grumble! It is different from ordinary breath. Because a double wave phenomenon was urring that only twins could use. [Sweet Potato summons the Sword of Condemnation during the Lunar New Year!] Mosquito! The sweet potato instinctively felt threatened and summoned a burning sword. Unlike the Eucharist, the me is much smaller and lukewarm. Nevertheless, what the ancient dragoncked in power, it made up for with its bloodline. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Different beams of light collided at one point. Dozens of waves cleared away all the clouds. The whirlpools and waves became more violent and turbulent. Small rafts could not withstand the impact and capsized, but there were not many of them. offset. They managed to minimize the damage. This time, using the gap created by the sweet potato, they escaped the siege and headed towards the other side. Everything was focused on speed using the will of the ocean current and the domain of the wind. The gods of Greece and Northern Europe also used their respective abilities to help. but. That was actually bait. Have theypletely escaped? Murugan looked at the Union ships that had disappeared into the fog. yes. Heading east! Exactly as Murugan intended! Haha! Now all we have to do is hunt as nned. Dont get too excited. Because not everything is over yet. Moreover, he is a master who has repeatedly managed to turn the tables in these situations. You must not let your guard down until the end. Now weve just managed to force the enemy into the entrance of the cave. Starting now is important. [Murugan activates Echo of Battle!] The long spear held in his hand was Murugans holy relic, Vel, and contained three special abilities. Tap! Tap! The spear hit the wooden nk. OK. Coo thump! The movement of a fetus felt from deep within the clouds. Something ancient and more terrible and ominous than Shogus was stirring. Chapter 733 Episode 733 A torrent of pure white (2) The various gods that exist throughout the world have tremendous power in themselves. Changing the weather. Intervening in the providence of nature. These are the abilities that crush the enemy with overwhelming force. but. Murugan actually pales inparison to those monsters. Exactly the level of a high-ranking power. It only has mediocre power. Nevertheless, Murugan receives overwhelming trust in war. This was because he was exceptional at identifying the enemys strengths and weaknesses and driving them into a corner. -Doubt every action and word. and. -Look ahead to one move more than your opponent sees. Murugan perfectly analyzed Jinhyeok based on the information so far. What tactics and strategies do you like to use? How do you show your wits when faced with a crisis or when a variable arises? Literally everything. I wouldnt be able to defeat you with simple force, but this isnt a fight to show off your strength. Only by making the situation as close as possible will the prey think that they havepletely escaped. For this purpose, Shipship Group and Shoggus. Even the breaths of the two dragons Altera and Aden were used as consumables for onest move. Isnt that too much? No way. The man who brought down so many gods had to do something like this. Or rather, it was difficult to say whether this would be enough topletely suffocate him. [Echo of the battlefield calls to the ancient being.] A huge shadow writhing in the clouds. Krrr. Koooh! The scattered Shogus screamed all at once. at the same time. Kukukukukuku! A gigantic being revealed its power. Creepy. The air was frozen. There is no time to rx. There is no time to rx. Jinhyuk wet his lips with his tongue. An energy that tightens the heart and hardens the bones. This is the magic power I know. In fact, when ites to ancient beings, even if you encounter them just once, your whole body cant help but remember their intimidation and severity. Jinhyuk looked at the slowly rising being. [The ancient god Kaalut appears!] A figure in the shape of a huge caterpir began to move under the clouds. e! Spread out! Screams erupted from everywhere. Maintaining a wedge formation to minimize air resistance was actually detrimental. However, Kaalut rose faster than the speed at which the ship spread. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! A pir of fire swirled. Aaaahhh! Aaaah! The white clouds turned red. It was because the monster was sorge that it was rampaging around and firing wide-range nes. Everyone instinctively moved to find a way out. It was no longer possible to go to the original destination, but a newnd began to appear right next to it. If I could just go beyond that huge cloud I could get out of this hell. Right then. You cant go that way! Jinhyuk noticed something. Kaalut does not run amok randomly. At first nce, it looked like they were ughtering people at random, but they were driving them in by subtly changing the flow of clouds. In other words, that cloud zone is not a way out but a dead end. but. No matter how much I shouted, the response was slow. If things continue like this Yuseong! The worries didntst long. Jinhyeok took out the frost spirits spear and called Cheon Yuseong. Tsk. Youre so different. Cheon Yu-seong grunted as he pulled out his sword. He, too, instinctively realized that the flow was dangerous. Kwaang! Tat! Jinhyeok and Cheon Yu-seong moved at the same time. Mosquito! Master! Jinhyuk riding on a sweet potato and a silphid respectively. Cheon Yu-seong flew above the clouds. Patsutsu! The blue river flowing through the sword. The important thing is to protect our allies as much as possible. We must attract aggro and let Kaalut focus on this. * Koooooo! Fortunately, Kaalut quickly responded to Jinhyeok. He noticed the existence of. An eerie murderous spirit was directed at Jinhyeok. That was bound to be the case. Wasnt he the one who offended countless ancient beings and not too long ago dared to set foot in the pce of Azathoth, a ce not even he could enter? The one who chewed up that arrogant human and swallowed him up. That was the only reason he appeared here. The clouds turned green. Due to the extreme poison, even the color of the air began to change to primary colors. No! Put the others before those two guys! Murugan hurriedly tried to dissuade Kaalut. He risked rudeness to let him know which was the priority. However, for an ancient being, personal games of numbers and strategies are important. It wasnt. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Acidic liquid sprayed from the caterpirs mouth. Okay, I was caught. Jinhyeok flew low and narrowed the distance to Kaalut as much as possible. Puff-puff-puff! Chi-ik! He dodged it quite narrowly. If there had been even a little bit of dy, he would have just melted into a mushy mess. Suddenly! Cheon Yu-seong also managed to escape from being turned into jelly by using the strength of his sword. If he had not learned the season of the Sword Demon, no matter how much he wielded the Chuhon Sword, it would be of no use. [Cheon Yu-seong] Meteor activates the unique spear White Night!] A pure white snowstorm engulfed the sword. Hey! Theres no need to fight Just running away isnt suited for you. Cheon Yu-seong climbed onto Kaaluts body. Kie! Keeeeek! The bugs living on Kaaluts back responded to their prey. It had three jaws with sharp pincers. The sickle-like tail was covered in the same type of poison that Kaalut used. ] Cheon Yu-seongs de disappeared as it was. A pure white line appeared between the snowkes. The essence of the sword demon, said to cut down even winter . A pure white sword strike split the air. Tu-tuk Tu-tu-duk. The bodies of bugs cut into dozens of pieces. They fell left and right. Seven in one blow. The parasites, equivalent to Shogus level, fell down without even being able to react properly. Hwiyu. Jinhyeok whistled. It was quite good . I could feel that Cheon Yuseong had really be stronger. The problem was that the number of parasites killed just now was nothing more than a mere stymiedpared to the total. I lost seven, but the number was ten times greater than that in an instant. filled the ce. Keeeeee! Churirri! At that time, it was Ellis who stepped forward. I will take care of the lowly things. Hit me hard, you stupid swordsman. Ellis, who was floating in the sky, fired at the skewers indiscriminately. Puffpuffpuffpuff! The pouring red rain turned all the parasites into grilled skewers. There really was a gap of about a second. Cheon Yu-seong poured all his magic power into the sword he held with both hands. It was swollen. The tangible ck energy extended about 3 meters. Quad! Just like that, Kaaluts outer skin was cut off and prated deep into his inner flesh. Kooooooh! A long, long roar came out from Kaaluts mouth. Unfamiliar pain. It was because of that, but what struck the nerves the most was that the bug couldnt understand the subject. Immediately, thin threads sprouted from its body. Thin, thin threads that barely felt weight. But those threads became invisible starting from the next moment. It became a whip with incredible speed. Kakagagang! What Cheon Yu-seong swung his sword like crazy. There was no time to catch his breath as the innumerable threads were blowing like a storm. So. I told you not to fight. That kid just made me angry. If something like this is going on, you should have said something a long time ago! Even if I tried to tell him, he wouldnt have listened. Anyway, I dont know when that hot-tempered personality will change. But thanks to Cheon Yu-seongs rampage. A significant number of troops were able to escape. Because Kaalut was destroying allies and enemies at will, even Murugans fleets were unable to approach. This is enough. Since we exchanged one blow each, it can be considered a draw. Next time, I will definitely finish it off. Lets get out of the way. Tsk. I understand. Jinhyeok and Cheon Yuseong prepared to escape. They nned to use the moment while Ellis was providing cover. Of course, Kaalut had no intention of allowing them to run away. Sigh. Eight legs above the clouds. It came up. Its wings were about to spread. I felt the determination to chase after it, even to the end of Eden. Lets not rx too much already. Its the first day. Jinhyeok took out a book from sub-space. [Necronomicon opens.] Cmon. The pages turned quickly. Because my understanding of the book was still low, I couldnt make Kaalut back down. . Kieeh? Krrr? It is quite possible to confuse the Shogus. It is possible. As the unfamiliarmand was given, the Shogus shook their heads left and right. That was also for a moment. They started biting Kaalut. Kaalut and the parasites attached to his body. And even the Shogus. A truly spectacr scene unfolded where they were killing each other. Thats great. Cheon Yoo-seong said during the battle between the Shogus and Kaalut. I looked at him and swallowed dry saliva. Then from now on, those guys called Shogus can do whatever they want? No. Thats not right. This time, we just found a gap in a certainmand system. Next time, the part where the neural circuit is located will bepletely cut out. So until then, well have to think of another way to attack that monster. ? ?? Thanks to the hard work of the members of the Stagwater Corporation, they were able to ovee the white torrent with minimal damage. For Eden, it was like allowing the enemy to enter a very annoying strategic point. And now. The center of Eden, where the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil is located. In , numerous gods and great heroes gathered in one ce. They shouted so loudly that they would definitely be able to stop it. If there was at least some sess, dont tell me. I heard you barely reduced the number of troops? If we had known it would be like this, we would have gone. The angels each uttered one word: Shut up! Its not our fault, its because Kaalut did something unexpected! therefore. Are you saying it was the fault of the ancient deity? Thats not what I said An argument went back and forth between Cheonsei and Eden. Although they were ostensibly in the same boat, they were hiding knives in each others stomachs. This is because of the characteristic that they can only revive when their opponent falls. Therefore, whenever the opportunity arose, they were anxious to disparage each other in any way possible. Where is Mr. Addon? Samiel, who couldnt see anything, asked. It is an ancient being, an unpredictable force that moves as it pleases. Next, of course, was Addon, the ancient dragon. He will be needed to unite the forces that are divided due to the painful defeat. but. He went to punish the traitor. You wont be gone for a few days. Altera and Aden, members of the Gold n, only shrugged their shoulders. Its difficult. Absent when I needed it most. My head was already pounding as I didnt know how to stop that terrible Kang Jin-hyuk. Dont worry too much. He also prepared for the situation when they crossed the river. This is war. Stealing each others bases. In other words. This means that Goinmul Corporation also has a ce to protect. It looks like almost all of the main forces have been brought in Indeed, how can you protect your base? Chapter 734 Episode 734 A vige of outcasts. A mountain full of green crystals and gems. The ce where the Green ns rares were concentrated maintained a peaceful yet noble beauty. Chi-ik! A being with a ck me came to the territory of the Green n. Im here. This is where the green ones live. Vedymion and Scid, who followed Addon, bowed their heads. Is it a barrier created by ovepping verbs? Addon muttered as he looked at the faint green wavelength. A dragon phrase that can be said to be a symbol of a dragon. Among them, what unfolded here was of a different kind. It was a kind of space distortion field created by the elders of the Green n over time. Of course, the moment unauthorized intruders set foot here, they will be trapped in an unknown location. Due to this alone, the Green ns rare has never been invaded by outsiders. but. This is a story limited to ordinary residents and deities. Quad deuk! For Addon, an ancient dragon, the dragons unleashed dragons were at a level where it was impossible to even tie his feet for a moment. The shattered fragments of the barrier fell to the floor. Immediately, the ce where the Green ns rares were gathered appeared. Pinot Noir. The dragon leading the Green n weed Addon. For someone who is in the midst of a war how are you doing this all the way to this far away ce? Im not really asking this. Because the purpose was so obvious. Ill say itst because it doesnt suit my taste to check the seasoning needlessly. Addon made a final offer. What do you mean? Give up your position as Lord and join the n. If you go astray here, it wont be a problem for you as Lord, but your entire n will be destroyed. This is not a threat. Intimidation is something that those in power clumsily bark at to avoid a bigger conflict. What Addon says now is calm. It was close to just telling us what would happen in the future. but. Thats a difficult request. Pinot Noir kicked Edons ultimatum as it was. The rest of the Green n behind them were just a little scared. It seemed like he had no intention of backing down. You mean everyone is going to die. Well, well just have to wait and see. Tsutsutsu. Pinot Noir released its polymorph form and returned to its original form. Koooooo! Krrr The rest of the n also released their polymorphs. cheeky. How dare you? Who are you rebelling against! Vedymion and Scid immediately sought to punish the impious people. In the blink of an eye, a 10-circle annihting dragon spell was cast. Donte forward. Addon took a step forward. Grumbling. A terrifying fear erupted. ck salt spreads in a straight line along the ground. The forest began to scream and burn. I didnt want to kill the dragon with my own hands if possible. Addon let out a small sigh and gathered his magic power. It is a fight that has be unavoidable. then. It would be best to end it as quickly as possible and return to the original battlefield. Parts! Arrows made of ck me appeared in Addons hands. There is no need to go back to the main body. A few of these arrows are enough. Paaang! The three arrows were aimed at Pinot Noir first. A shield made of Yongeon wrapped the Pinot Noir in 0.1 seconds. of course. Puff puff puff! It was impossible to block the arrow even with the strongest shield made of dragon words. Three arrows shattered the shield and prated inside. But right before the arrow pierced the dragon scale. Chawaaaa! Something intervened. A stream of golden-colored water overflowed. An arrow of ck me that evaporated like a lie. A huge amount of water vapor came out. Really. You have to protect it well. I believe it. really! Even though I am shaking, I keep capturing the waves that are flooding in. A yer with the ability to manipte water. It was Elder Gods apostle Jang Bo-kyung. And behind her. Ugh! Indescribable rays of light poured down sequentially. [The Elder Gods body appears.] You For the first time, tension appeared on Addons always rxed face. The strongest force known to be the only one capable of opposing the Outer Gods. This is because fragments of another being that bisects the 50th floor have seeped into Jang Bo-kyungs body. Ugh. Jang Bo-kyung frowned. No matter how much you are in the position of an apostle. And it is said that he inherits some of the power of the Elder God. The extent of that power goes far beyondmon sense. Therefore, it is only natural that it puts a strain on the body. but. There were ample reasons to take such risks. Because the primordial power epassing all three states began to unfold before my eyes. *** Same time. After safely crossing the river, Jinhyeok and the coalition quickly established a temporary base. Fortunately, I overcame the crisis, but the consumption of stamina and magic power was much greater than expected. This means that it is impossible to reach the original destination. Please let me get as much rest as possible. i get it. Thanks to you, we have ovee another crisis. Im truly d were on the same side. Although its a cliche to say, I know. Deities from each myth came to Jinhyeok and each said a word. Not a typical greeting, but sincere. If it werent for Jinhyeok, more than half of them would have buried their bones in that river. What did I do? Its all thanks to everyone not panicking and doing their part. Youre even humble. Its a good thing I chose you as leader. Hahaha! Its changed a lot since before. ha ha ha. Jinhyuk smiled awkwardly. . . Theres no way the owner would do that. Rather than that, those guys called God are getting caught up in that kind of acting? Its been a while since Ive seen you. Because were not together every day like we are. Mosquito mosquito. Only the members of the Goinmul Corporation and the spirit beasts had blurry eyes. And as expected. Ive created a decent image, so I need to start rolling it out in earnest now. Jinhyeoks mind was filled with thoughts about how to efficiently run the ves. They are probably feeling a sense of crisis by now. Since the turning blow missed, of course I couldnt help but feel impatient. If you want to take a hit, now is the time. I heard from Jang Bo-kyung that Addon went to punish the Green n. A vacuum of maximum power called the ancient dragon. And the possibility that the maximum power could be fatally damaged by the Elder Gods. The timing when these two conditions are met does note around very often. Jang Bo-kyung, who inherited the power of the Elder God, would be able to tie Addon down for at least a day. Jinhyuks eyes turned to the map in the middle of the tent. A strategic map that lists all of Edens bases. Important information given by Gabriel and the tendencies of Raphael and Uriel were added. Lets see. The ce that is most painful and painful in the current situation has been found. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. If you attack a few locations organically, you will be able to maximize the damage. Now, lets fill our bellies first and then rest. It will be night when we move. Warm stew and hot alcohol made at Isekai Restaurant. Fruits, cheese and even nuts. A diet optimized for rejuvenation and nutritional supplementation was prepared. This is a culinary skill that has reached a very high level. Even the Greek gods, who enjoyed nectar and ambrosia, were busy devouring Jinhyeoks dishes. Oh, thats right, Ms. Teresa. Can I see you for a moment? Jinhyuk called out Teresa, who was munching on her food like a hamster. Uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu of of! Gulp! Yes yes! Teresa came running in one step. Before we disperse, there is one thing I need to ask of Teresa. Of course. Just tell me anything! Can we get just one drop of blood? We need blood in its corrupted state, not just that. Ah yes. It is possible. Jinhyuk handed Teresa a ss bottle. Teresa drew her sword without hesitation. Then, I suddenly remembered something and looked at Jinhyuk. I Yes? Theres something I want to say when this is all over. Actually, I wanted to keep doing it but I dont think Ill even have the chance if its toote. He blurts out words that are reminiscent of a death g without hesitation. If it werent for the saint, she would have blocked her mouth midway. I dont think its a guarantee. Are there any necessary relics? Seeing that his face was blushing, it was clear that he was about to say something quite embarrassing. All right. Jinhyuk nodded and returned the vial containing blood. The night was so deep. When the clouds catch the moonlight and create a fantastic sight. Many shadows escaped from the base. Tuk. The new model stepped lightly on the clouds and disappeared in an instant. The ce Jinhyeok was aiming for was the Vige of the Abandoned on the border. It seems like an ordinary vige Why did you target this ce? Ellis, who was next to me, opened her eyes wide. This isnt just a vige no, its better than that. You said go to theke to the east, so why did youe this way? But! Its scary out here! There are a lot of winged guys who use a lot of divine power, so if this noble body attains Buddhahood, would it be good for the contract? When do you always pretend to be the strongest? When I tell him to go alone, he suddenly looks weak. Jinhyuk clicks his tongue and shakes his head. Ellis got even more upset. I get it. Why not go! Dont cryter when Jim dies! Thats a mess. If we let things go like this, he wonte out of the ring for at least a month. no. Come with me. Are you saying that on purpose to make Jim feel better? no. Its because I really need you. Ahem! Still, you know something. Angels, too, would be equally afraid of the burden that is at odds with their divine power. Ellis, who was in a good mood again, clung to Jinhyuks side. So what should we do? I think a small vige like that could be sorted out in 10 minutes if left to any faction in the coalition, right? It may not seem that way on the outside. but. Thats not just a vige. A power that is absolutely necessary for all beings in Eden to exercise their power. Divine power. That vige is one of the ces where sacred stones containing the source are manufactured. Simr to Heavens Door. No, rather, I could see barriers and defensive magic spread more secretly than that. They must have also prepared appropriate defenses. I disguised it well, but its my fault that it happened to me. There are things in the world that you cannot hide even if you want to. Put this on over. Follow me as carefully as possible. Jinhyuk took out a ck hood and handed it to Ellis. Then, as if something urred to me, I added a small gem with a white gas inside. You have to eat this. Ugh. It smells bad. Hood, even so, what is this? Its a sacred stone that contains divine power. If you eat this, you wont be caught when you go to town, so dont talk nonsense and eat it. i get it. Why not eat it? If you eat it. Although she mumbled, Ellis reluctantly put the jewel in her mouth. Ugh! A dazzling light enveloped the bodies of Ellis and Jinhyuk. The Shinseongseok, which has been slightly modified through system maniption, will provide the function of concealment while causing as little damage as possible to Ellis. Of course, even this would be discovered immediately if there were a high-ranking angel. Jinhyuk and Ellis headed straight to the vige. ? Although the vige is notrge in size, the security at the entrance was quite tight. Heavily armed Angels of Eden were gathered in front of the main gate. Among the crabs, there was a medium-sized phantom beast called the Scavenger of Eden. It appears that it is not an ordinary vige as the contractor said. It seems like it would be too big to just break through There must be a back road somewhere here This was when Jinhyuk was looking for gaps here and there. oh! I found something good just in time. Chapter 735 Solo Max-Level Newbie Chapter 735 Episode 735 A huge pit just outside the vige on a moonlit night . More than a thousand residents were gathered there. Those who have no wings or very small wings. They were the lowest level angels. Im digging for magic stones that will be the mold for sacred stones. Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. Unlike magic gemstones, which are generally bluish, this gemstone is pure white. Only within it could divine power be contained. One of the reasons I came to this vige was rted to that sacred stone. Kaang! Kang! Did he work with a pickaxe all day? There are more than one person who stumbles. of course. Move quickly, quickly! Do you all want to die? They are like scum. The whippings of the angels who appeared to be administrators did not contain any mercy. Blood stters and flesh is torn off. It is as cruel as using medieval ves. Cruel bastards How can angels do that? . Jinhyuk cursed. And Ellis stared at Jinhyuk. Hmm! Great. Lets blend in there first. Pretending to be a worker will make it easier to enter the vige. Jinhyuk created two shells using bast cotton balls. The scars from being whipped and the pale gold eyebrowsmon among the lowest-ranking angels were noticeable. Since his body was already emitting a faint divine power, he would be able to blend in without being suspected. There are so many of them. Even if two more people are added to the crowd of over 1,500 people, nothing will change. Jinhyuk and Ellis approached the outskirts of the pit, hiding their presence as much as possible. Huh. Huh. Water just a little bit. I wish it would just end. Half-dead corpses. There was no hope to be found in the pupils that had lost focus. These zombie-like people are not allowed. A little more. I need to find someone who is even a little bit lively. As Jinhyuk walked cautiously, a boy caught his eye. Likewise, although his entire body was covered with wounds, the spark of fire was alive in his eyes. Leftover money. It was extinguished several times, but the me clearly remained. Plus the boys eye and eyebrow color. Unlike the others, it had a blue glow. The wings were also growing on only one side. This is going to be fun. I never thought I would meet a rare species in a ce like this. good. Thats enough. We found the right person. Kaang! I stood next to him holding the pickaxe I had purchased in advance at the coin exchange. . A stranger approached next to him, but the boy continued his work without hesitation. It was then that Jinhyuk stopped talking. I didnt know there were survivors left on Judahs wing. A word thrown out abruptly. !? A variety of emotions burst out from the boys expression, who had little interest in his fingernails. You did it how? Eyes and wings. Beings with such features are not thatmon. The Wings of Judah are those who sided with Lucifer during the war between Eden and the Demon World a long time ago. Some kind of traitors. All those involved were purged and their existence was erased from history. At least that was what was known in Eden. But there are always survivors. Jinhyuk waited for the boys reaction as if he was interested. Do you n to talk? If this is natural, it is a natural reaction. Traitors are everyones exploits. If you reveal your identity, you will be immediately executed by having your limbs torn apart. Well, do we really need to do that? Jinhyuk shrugged his shoulders. They hade to this vige in the past, but this time, the ancient beings and even Addon had intervened. The situation in Eden had changed considerably. This means that there is a gap between existing information and reality. so that. Someone who knew the internal situation in detail was absolutely necessary. Right then. Are these people crazy? Why are they making such a fuss when they arent doing what they are told to do? An angel patrolling around opened his eyes. Immediately, the whip in his hand stretched out like lightning. Sigh! Jinhyuk took that punishment instead. Block it? The supervisor tried to crack the whip again. Just do it in moderation. If we get hurt, there will be a problem with our supply, right? Already, the quota would have increased because of the war, but are you really okay with that? . The hand that was about to strike him stopped for a moment. As I said, I was about to have a headache due to the quota being double the usual amount. In wars with other great powers, no matter how many sacred stones there were, they were not enough. however. I dont think the amount of mining will change just because one or two of the dying bugs are gone. Sigh! The whip struck again. A red line appeared on Jinhyuks back. You guys Damn! dare! Sigh! Thinking that something is important is in itself arrogance! The whip moved at an invisible speed. Because it is not allowed to be seen, no defensive magic or skills can be used. For the first time in a while, a searing pain hit my entire body. Damn it. You memorized the face. I wanted to rip out his head like a Lego right now, but if I did that, my attempts to infiltrate would be in vain. In order to achieve great things, you will have to endure these trials. The life of a great actor is always difficult. The big problem wasnt their patience, but rather Elliss. How dare you Elliss eyes were bloodshot as she saw Jinhyeok getting hurt. Tsutsutsu. Blood slowly begins to collect. Jinhyuk indicated with his hand that it was okay, but Ellis sense of reason was already cut off. One more second and the entire vige might have evaporated. Fortunately. Stop it. If you do that, youll be in trouble if you die. Another supervisor stopped his colleague. Tsk! The angel who had been whipping him seemed to have lost his temper and retreated, pretending not to be able to resist. Only after about 6 hours had passed did the longbore to an end. Work done! Everyone, get ready to go back. If you want to sleep a little longer, move quickly. You slugs! The ves moved to the vige in groups of five and ten. Kukukukuk! The heavy door opened. I knew it. The lostnguage is engraved in this too. Not for defense, but for rm. They intentionally create a loophole in the viges own security, and if someone breaks in, news is immediately delivered to Edens leadership. If they had invaded by force, their target would have been exposed before they even started nning. We arrived at a dormitory where ves were gathered. Its a good ce to stay. All that was left was straw spread out in an open cage with no ce to escape the wind. There was sticky porridge stuck to the dishes that I didnt know when they had been washed. Eat and sleep. Ill start working again in 5 hours. Holy water and porridge containing a small amount of divine power dissolved in it. That was all the meal was. Even though there was a fuss about eating each other. As soon as the gluttonous meal was over, almost everyone fell asleep. In order to cope with the fatigue umted in my body and thebor that would begin again, I had to force my eyes to close. ??? The night was deep. The crescent moon seen for the first time in Eden gave off a particrly cold light. Are you okay? Before we knew it, Ellis came and sat next to Jinhyuk. Its just a bit of a mosquito bite. The wound looks deep. Elliss hand touched. This isnt a big deal Jinhyuk, who was about tough, trailed off. This is because Ellis fingertips that were touching her body were trembling slightly. Elise? The contractor is also getting hurt. A strong being who always held on like a mountain and led us to victory. Such people bleed and get hurt. It will break, get ruined, and in the worst case scenario, you could die. Bat face sphere is erased. A night with only faint moonlight remaining. Elliss eyes turned to Jinhyuk. The wish Ive had my whole life has alreadye true. Because the traitorous family heads were punished and the name and meaning of Ataraxia was restored. I lived for only that one thing, and I thought that if I could achieve just that, there would be no regrets. however. A new wish has arisen. Now, I want to escape from the dark past and create a tomorrow with my precious person. Jim is anxious. Im so anxious and anxious that I cant stand it. An emptiness that cannot be filled even though we are together. The reality is that you have to watch without receiving anything in return. and. A future where that precious being is heading towards an increasingly dangerous and dark ce. What do you think of Jim? What do you mean? Dont you know that Jim likes you? Hes just trying to ignore it for a greater purpose. I Jinhyuk closed his mouth heavily. Theres no way he wouldnt know Alices feelings while being closer to him than anyone else. but. As Ellis said, there were more important things left to do now. Its not a question I really wanted an answer to. I just hope the contractor is safe. I hope he survives and is by my side when the end of this toweres. All I want is just one thing. Just being together is enough. Ellis smiled sadly. Still, my pride wont forgive me for looking at him too much, so shall I try being a little greedy? at the same time. I felt a soft and warm touch on Jinhyuks lips. !? It seems like time has stopped. Even when fighting Nyathotep. Even when I first met Azathoth. And I never felt this way even when I first climbed to the top of the tower. Jinhyuk flinched, but Ellis pressed closer to him. He wrapped Jinhyuks shoulders with both hands and knocked him down. The silver hair that hung down like a skein of thread gently brushed the nape of Jinhyuks neck. The feel of your skin and the feel of your lips. The red eyes that looked like they were about to be sucked in slowly closed as if they wanted to remember this moment forever. Emotions are conveyed. Even though it was so cold inside the prison, a warmth bloomed. Jinhyuk also quietly closed his eyes. * I think I slept particrly well that night. When dawn broke. The image of Ellis sleeping peacefully in my arms came into view. Jinhyuk gently stroked Ellis head. I think myplicated mind has be a little more organized. A reason to live. The purpose of living has be more solid. I cant afford to lose. I will definitely ovee whoever my opponent is. Unlike in the past, now there are precious people to protect. like that. Three days passed. In the meantime, Jinhyuk silentlypleted the assigned tasks and focused only on mining sacred stones. I didnt forget to look around the vige from time to time and collect information. -The torch soaked in holy oil was secured. Hercules and Thor captured the two southern fortresses. -In a week, the deployment of the mechanized corps will almost bepleted. Theyre continuing tounch small-scale assaults, but Yeonhwa is holding on strong. -Mr. Jinhyuk. I seeded in recapturing the eastern POW camp with Gabriel. Most of them are seriously injured, but I think they will be able to join our forces once they recover a little. Ravens made of bone brought news from other scatteredpanions. Everyone was faithfully carrying out their duties. And when the fourth day came. What are you nning? The boy approached Jinhyuk. good. The moment Ive been waiting for has finally arrived. Chapter 736 Solo Max-Level Newbie Chapter 736 Episode 736 The Secret of the Holy Stone Stay calm andposed. The result of spraying bait without showing any signs finally paid off. Jinhyuk, who had been pretending to sleep, opened his eyes. What are you talking about? At first, I thought they were going to threaten me with my identity. The boy opened his mouth. A secret that was protected even by being whipped instead. Of course, I thought they would ask for future food or holy water in return. Or do something more than that. But even after three days passed, Jinhyeok did not want anything. This makes nomon sense. It is true that the wings of Judasmitted a great sin against Eden. In fact, there is no excuse for foolishly attaching themselves to the fallen angel Lucifer. that! but. Jinhyuk interrupted the boy. I know what this guy wants to say. chagrin. okay. The boy just feels unfair. All of those things. I dont understand why you should die just because you are of traitor blood due to things that happened before you were even born. So I pretended not to know. To be precise, I decided to adopt that concept. . The boy looked quite shocked. That too for a while. The boy looked at Jinhyuk as if he had decided something. My name is Ishmael. I truly appreciate the help of a stranger. At the same time, I apologize for misunderstanding your warm kindness through my narrow-minded perspective. If youre in a situation where youre just eating porridge, why should you keep an apple? But If youre really sorry, you could help me put in a few sacred stones. Im fine, but my colleague is having a hard time because of the low-grade holy oil. Jinhyuk pointed to Ellis next to him. Grunting. Im going to die. Really. Im going to die. Ellis was lying sick with a pale face. Thats not acting, its real pain. As the true ancestors body, he consumes water and food containing cheap divine power every day, so his body is bound to weaken. Although they were suppressing it with barriers as much as possible, that was only a temporary measure. Ishmael epted the words without much doubt. This is amon symptom experienced by first-time visitors. Okay, I know the warehouse where sacred stones are stored, so Ill bring you some from there. Is that possible? Yes. I know of one secret hole in the back. As expected, it looks like I spent a long time living in a concentration camp. There was a limit to just looking at it while moving to dig up sacred stones. That concern was resolved once and for all. This is why it is convenient to have an internal helper. No, its dangerous to send you alone, so Ill go with you. You have to have at least one angel to look after you, right? Hmm. If you do, Id be happy too. Would you mind? Here, if you are caught escaping from prison, you will be summarily punished. Its okay. Even though its like this, Im confident that I can move secretly. Jinhyuk strongly pushed forpanionship. You must go directly to the ce where the sacred stone is stored. Thats why I was holding back in this shithole. More than anything. If you can only go to the warehouse, you will be able to see the hidden real aspect of sacred stone manufacturing inside. It was only now that infiltration began to make sense in earnest. *** The overseers will be busy drinking wine, so it will be safe. You know you have to be here within 30 minutes, right? You always have a hard time. Im sorry. Among the angels, those whose eyes were still alive patted Ishmael on the back. It seems that Ishmael has stolen sacred stones more than once. Of course, not for personal gain, but for the purpose of feeding other sick people. As evidence, several people were helping Ishmael escape from prison. It seems he is quite trusted. I chose one angel correctly. Im waiting here. Ugh. I understand. But Im so dizzy that if I keep going like this, I might end up sick and dying. Ellis made a hand gesture that seemed to have a lot of purpose. Even without a detailed exnation, it was clear what he wanted. Normally, I would have refused outright, but Okay, just one bite instead. I can see him going through a hard time, but I cant just refuse it. Yum! So that no one notices. Ellis sank her fangs into the back of Jinhyeoks neck. Continue. Exactly one bite. I felt like all the blood and magic power in my body had been ripped out. Even though its a temporary measure, it wont be a big problem to hold on for a while since Ive absorbed the blood. Jinhyuk followed Ishmael out of the cage. Whiiing! A driving snowstorm. Due to the sharp drop in temperature, the amount of wine supervisors are drinking will also increase. Needless to say, the snowstorm was blocking my view. Above all, the guys deployed here were given apletely different mission from the war, so it was rtively easier to exploit loopholes. Because all that was possible was managing the ves. This way. Ishmael led Jinhyeok through the maze-like shantytown. We encountered heavily armed angels from time to time, but each time we escaped safely using a side road. How long did it take to walk like that? The ce we finally arrived at was dozens of times bigger and bigger than the other shacks. Ishmael climbed through the window like a squirrel and looked inside. Hoo. An exmation flowed from Jinhyuks mouth. Pure white stones piled up like a mountain. It was a pile of sacred stones. Seeing the faint gas trapped inside, it was clear that the infusion of divine power had beenpleted. How much is it all? This is at least enough to sustain a corps-level force for more than a month. of course. p! p! Befitting him. Unlike the ones we hade here for, the fact that it was swarming with dozens of heavily armored angels was a bonus. All you have to do is look out for someoneing from behind. Ishmael assumed a crawling position. It was impossible to go directly between the guards, but it wasnt that difficult to target the few sacred stones that had umted and spilled over. but. no. Jinhyuk shook his head. The purpose ofing here was not just for a few sacred stones. Were going to y around with things here a little bit from now on. The sacred stone is one of the most important necessities for angels. For humans, its like air, water, or food. So what if we contaminate all of this? Something pretty interesting will probably happen. Enough topletely copse one axis of the war. Jinhyuk took out a ss bottle containing a dark red liquid from his arms. Blood of a fallen saint. If you drop this into the holy water being made, the corrupt attribute will be forcibly given to the entire sacred stone. Of course, that doesnt mean shell be as corrupted as Teresa but it does cause diseases such as stomachache, diarrhea, and high fever. Anything is possible. What are you Ishmael red at Jinhyeok as if he couldnt believe it. There was a mixture of contempt and anger in their eyes. No matter how much I am confined as a ve, I have no intention of desecrating the sacred stone, the most important to all angels. Even if most of the sacred stones here are used by warriors? There are probably innocent people among them. Above all, I dont want to be the same as them. Hoo. Look at this? If you roll and roll in that hellish pit, its normal to break through. Did this belief still remain? The trustworthiness was still insufficient to persuade them just by blocking a few whips. Jinhyuks gaze nced into space. To check once again the conditions for copying Ishmaels abilities. [Copy conditions: In order to copy Ishmaels abilities, you must relieve yourself of the guilt of being a traitor to your race. If it simply relieves guilt, you can copy one of the unique abilities and skills, and if it also provides a new direction for life through it, you can copy Ishmaels unique spear.] Ishmaels unique spear ck Bloodline and unique ability Bloody Silver Coin. These were all abilities specialized for destroying divine power. Not only does it fit well with Teresas fall. Having it will be a great help in dealing with the Angels of Eden. I cant help it. A little shock therapy is bound to be necessary. Follow me. I will show you how the sacred stone you cherish so much is made. After seeing that, I will see if I can maintain my current answer. Jinhyuk threw his body around at will. Wait a minute. Its dangerous if you go without knowing the way It happened without any time to stop it. *** While the Corporation and Alliance are busy trying to put together the pieces of the puzzle for victory. Strange things were happening elsewhere in the tower as well. thud! thud! thud! A huge army approached the dragonir. It was quite a struggle. The Archangel of Eden, Raphael, let out an irritatedint. The road to get here was not very smooth. Of course, due to the need to make a surprise attack, the path that should have been a straight line went round and round. Boundary magic also had to be approached by breaking it down as carefully as possible. This means that the mission waspletely opposite to the usual refreshing style of pressing down with a mace. but. All the hardships are now over. Hehehe. You never dreamed we woulde. They must be crazy just creating a base in an unfamiliar Eden. Isnt that saying that its impossible to win in an information war? Hahaha! At first nce, enemies are attacking Eden. It could have been thought that the union of angels and the universe would prevent this. That ispletely wrong. A base upation war literally means attacking each others base. The attacking side also faced the risk of their home base being attacked at any time. Like right now. [If the enemys base is destroyed during a base battle, all of the enemys stats and abilities are reduced by +1%. However, as the importance of the base increases, the percentage of declining stats and abilities increases.] Dragon Lair is Jinhyeoks main base. If we can just destroy this ce, we will be able to drive a wedge into this damn war. What are the enemys defenses? Its embarrassing to call it a base. The magic response is only a few tens at most. Even then, its scattered all over the ce. The size of the Dragon Lair was veryrge andplex. however. Just a few tens is all. I knew that the human lifespan would be insufficient to experience such arge-scale war, but I am toocent. Murugan, the god of the universe, had a bitter taste in the battle of Seonbong. That humiliation. The opportunity to wash in the name of the great Eden hase. Send the ghosts. Lets see how the enemy responds. Raphael started lightly. Yes! Immediately, the angels loosened their chains. Spurrrrrrrr! The bloodthirsty beasts have captured their prey. Sorsa . It is abat-type phantom beast with the ability to re-embody divine power into fire-attribute magic. It was trained with considerable effort in Eden, and was a unique species with excellent bnce in attack and defense as well as mobility. Quang! Boom! 10 beasts. More than a dozen Sorsa all rushed into position. The distance narrowed in an instant. The base, which was not equipped with proper defensive equipment, allowed their intrusion too easily. Its the end. Raphael clicked his tongue as if there was nothing more to see. Once inside, there would be no way to stop the Sorsa. But just then. [The shadow nts without an owner awakened.] Something unexpected happened. Puffer . Puff! The dark-purple tree trunks rose up. Chapter 737 Solo Max-Level Newbie Chapter 737 Episode 737 Do whatever it takes (1) Gooooh! Keeeeek! Sorsas whose bodies were pierced let out a sharp scream. Instead of blood, blue mes continued to pour from the wound area. I can feel the energy of a shadow sapling without an owner. In human terms, it is not a direct lineage but a coteral lineage. Although it has some characteristics, it is not the original source. However, just some of its characteristics posed an absurd threat to ordinary residents. That I heard that flowering is impossible on other floors An earthquake urred in Raphaels pupils. What is going on? This cant be right The rest of the angels had no choice but to remain silent as well. [The flower that swallows the sun is blooming!] [The sunflower of the me waterfall is blooming!] [The acid dandelion looks at its enemies!] In addition, a huge number of nts sprouted from the ground. They all seemed to have consumed high-quality magic power and nutrients, and each one was showing off unusual power. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! Fuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu! In an instant, colorful explosions urred along the power lines. They said we would be attacked soon. Thats exactly what Jinhyuk predicted. Youre here. Im here. Hahaha! Ordinary men have entered the demon world on their own feet. Its not human. Cant you see the wings? Many shadows that appear. They were strong people from all walks of life who hadpletely adapted to the local environment due to the harsh farming work. What I showed you now is just a taste. This is my no, Jims territory! If you invade, I will kill you all! Ophelia smiled brightly, revealing her sharp fangs. The title base ruler came to be used thanks to being temporarily in charge of the base. It was a temporary, honorary position that was nothing more than a mirage that disappeared like sugar the moment Jinhyuk arrived. Nevertheless, it had a special meaning to the ves who were always being worked on. golden chain. Ophelia could not help but bepletely intoxicated by the temptation of that sweetness. In fact, the other members were looking at Ophelia with quite a bit of envy. To entrust your base to a cursed vampire. Its sphemous! Youre going into areas you shouldnt touch. Kang Jin-hyuk, you guys! Angry voices erupted from everywhere. Its not the true ancestor Its the blood rtives of Decasus who fell away long ago Raphaels face also crumpled at Ophelias provocation. The position of the most noble archangel in heaven. It was natural for me to always be revered and respected. I never thought I would hear such words from a low-ss race that trampled to death on sight. Catch that kid right now and bring him to me. Raphaels sharpmand was issued. [The special skill Heavenly Precepts is activated!] [A sanctuary that restores divine power is created in a 10km radius!] [Resistance to dark attribute entities increases by 30%!] Golden dew It started pouring. I flinch. The growth rate of the nts, which had been growing without hesitation, has noticeably slowed down. Its a start. You must defend yourself. If it doesnt work out, lets just choose to die in battle. If you survive carelessly, it will be difficult to deal with the aftereffects of that leechter. The formation of the Stagnant Water Corporation has alsopleted preparations for battle. Turn everything to ashes! Dont let even a single onee inside! like that. The forces of both sides shed over the base. ??? The ce where Jinhyuk followed was Ishmaels first time to go. A storage warehouse for sacred stones that is so huge and dangerous. Because of this, I didnt have a chance to peek into every nook and cranny, but I was confident that I had been here over 100 times. In fact, the rest of the ves also had full faith in this matter. however. How He must be a first-time visitor, but does he know so much about the inside? Even the ce I had just entered was not the kind of ce you could find by chance. Hmm. Its shabby. I had high expectations, but this is it? Theposure shown while dragging ones tongue. even. It would be more fun to fix this ce like this. The next guy will never be able to fix it. It provides some advice and even corrections. It was a sight that was hard to believe even when I saw it. This was impossible without aplete understanding of traps and defensive magic. But a whileter, when I went to the deepest part of the storage room. . Ishmael realized that what he had seen so far was nothing. Look. Do you understand why Im doing this? Jinhyuk licked his lips bitterly as he watched the scene unfolding below. Quite arge underground space. Several torches were burning there. Kill me . Please Id rather I dont have to sleep or eat, so let me dig up the sacred stone. The lowest-level angels tied to trees had multiple IVs attached to their bodies. Its not about injecting something. You are taking something out of your body. Sigh. As the divine power was drawn out, the angelsplexions became more and more white. Some couldnt bear it anymore and hung their heads. They were all friends who went to another vige. I thought they went to a better ce because they got hurt Ishmael trembled slightly as he looked at the tied up angels. Unknown emotions beyond shock and anger engulfed my entire body. Common sense that you have known until now. The hope that we were heading towards a slightly better future. It was shattered. The sacred power that goes into the sacred stone. That is the identity of the raw material that goes into it. The bottom angels, whom it would not be surprising if they disappeared immediately. There is no reason not to take advantage of the opportunity to grind up those cheap ingredients. Additionally, you can have them mine sacred stones until their strength runs out. No matter how hard we struggle here, there is no future. We must not contaminate the sacred stone that is precious to everyone? Its bullshit. In the first ce, the sacred stone itself was a product created on someones life force. What do you think? Even after seeing the whole truth, can you just sit back and watch? Can you just be satisfied with living each day and wait until the dayes when you die? I know! Ishmael couldnt stand it anymore and jumped up. I I know. My face was red due toplex emotions. But what should I do? I have no power. Why wouldnt you want to escape from this hell? Everyone would be the same, but there was nothing they could do as they were helpless. Im not asking for much. Just help me do what I do and tell everyone the truth. Hahaha. Are you saying that if you just do that, everything will change? I understand that you are not an ordinary angel, but that doesnt change the fact that you are trapped. Well, its my job to break that stereotype. Dont change your mindter. Huh? What does that mean now wait a minute! Before Ishmael could stop him, something crazy happened. Tuk. Jinhyuk went down lightly and then threw himself away. Youre jumping into the lions den yourself. There was no doubt that he would be caught in less than a second and then his divine power would be extracted in the same way. Because they were elites so strong that they could not even bepared to the supervisors. Its impossible not to get caught. Its an act of suicide. Thats what I thought. The new model that disappeared like the wind. Its not at the level of fast. Itspletely impossible to follow with your eyes. In fact, among the countless angels down there, not a single one caught Jinhyeoks movements. In an instant, Jinhyeok reached the ce where divine power was gathered and dropped the ck liquid. Again. A very faint ck energy spread throughout the sacred power. At first nce, there are no major changes. Visually. However. [Holy power has been corrupted due to the blood of the fallen saint.] [When absorbed. Status abnormality and corruption effects are granted.] Attacking water supply sources was a fairly effective tactic even in modern warfare. Although it was a bit unrealistic due to human rights issues and all. Theres no need to worry about that here. There was no reason to show mercy to those who sacrificed their own people in the first ce. Jinhyeok, who achieved his goal, immediately returned to where Ishmael was waiting. Its really amazing. Ishmael let out an exmation, still in disbelief. Keep your promise. Its time to go back now. No matter how much you drink, its difficult to stay away for too long. Ishmael also nodded and agreed. Then, he looked at the tied angels as if he remembered something. Should I just continue to let him suffer? For now. I felt sorry for the angels who were still receiving divine power, but if I saved them now, all my ns would be in vain. At least we have to hold out until the now polluted Holy Stone leaves this ce and reaches the main army. Is this much you can do? Magical power formed at the tips of Jinhyeoks hands. [The unique ability Stars Protection is activated.] A warm energy filled me. Divine power vaporized and scattered. Heal your wounds through this. It was possible to increase the quantity and quality of divine power possessed. The pain will be longer as you recover, but your chances of surviving until rescue will also increase exponentially. and. If they survive, they will be reborn as beings who can be variables for counterattacks. It will also be of great help in producing the items that must be used for sess in this war. The n went smoothly. *** Jinhyeok, who returned to the prison, immediately told everyone what had happened in the storage room. Of course, not everyone believed it at first. It was expected. If I were to suddenly say that angels were reced to create a sacred stone, who would easily believe it? However, it was Ishmael who was brought in to lend credibility to what he was saying. Its all true. Ishmael opened his mouth heavily. That cant be possible. Wewere all destined to die in the end? They said they would let me live once the war was over I guess thats it. I cant help it. The murmur grew louder. But that was just it. That has to be the case. These people are steeped in very. The ves, struggling under the weight of great power and fear, had no will to look towards tomorrow. Just today. Because the only thing I could do right now was survive. In fact, even now that his life was at stake, there seemed to be no great intention to change his situation. It wont be easy. Contractor. Ellis also read the emptiness in their eyes. As the leader of Ataraxias family, she thought it was impossible to change these people. But I have to do it. For the future, we must absorb them. Jinhyuk took a step forward and pulled out something from subspace. !? That is! A strange change urred on the faces of the angels, who had no souls to be found. Chapter 738 Solo Max-Level Newbie Chapter 738 Episode 738 By any means necessary. (2) I received it from Gabriel or, to be more precise, I borrowed it from Gabriel. I got angry and cried because I didnt want to give it to him, but thats none of my business. Anyway, the item appeared. Amulet of Purification. Only those who have received the Archangels protection and trust are given sacred objects as proof. Even in its long history, the number of people who obtain Gabriels holy relics can be counted on one hand. It was so famous, but at the same time, it was hard to believe it was genuine. but. Ugh! Gabriels magic flowed out from the dazzling amulet. Its real. It is authentic without any doubt. Thats right. Are you saying that you are Gabriels prophet? I believe you have already been kicked out of Eden How did youe to this ce Everyones eyes began to tremble rapidly. Unlike Raphael and Uriel, who mercilessly force sacrifices for the greater good. Gabriel and Michael were rooted in pure love and desperate devotion. An archangel whose mission is to protect and protect the weak. They were well aware of that belief. Why I came to you still dont know? Jinhyuk spread his arms wide. Before I knew it, I had even changed my clothes into a white shroud. The amulet worn around the neck reacted with divine power and gave off a subtle radiance. It was as if a prophet who had received revtion from God had appeared before my eyes. It is now. A nce. Jinhyuk looked at Ellis in the corner of the prison. I have already givenplete instructions on what to do. huh! Ellis pressed the button. A premium radio from the Tower of Trials that uses magic stones to lightly trample on modern top-of-the-line speakers. The song that flowed from there sweetly touched my eardrums. -You are an angel born to be loved. I am still receiving that love today. Heartbreaking melody and lyrics. It is a bonus that CCM has been appropriately rewritten. -From the beginning. Gabriels love began it soon created a miracle. My heart, which had stopped for a long time, was pounding and beating. Gabriel sent me to save you. To escape this hellish ce and lead you to a new paradise! How could they want to live such a miserable life? Because there is simply no other way. ?Please visit for more chapters! ? I had no choice but to ept it as my fate, so I resigned myself and submitted to it. Its time to crush it. Do you believe that a new world will arrive!? I believe it. No, I believe it! Oooh! Representative of the Archangel! You came to save us. A new craze was created. The hope I found at the lowest point was shining brighter and brighter than anything else. Like baby birds standing in front of their mother, everyone has already be one and started to follow Jinhyuk. Then give me strength. If we all work together, we will definitely win. You win! We win! I will follow. I will be with you until the end. The craze soon degenerated into madness. Its a bit awkward to say at this time. ?Please visit for more chapters! ? Everyones eyes fell in love. Its good that the blurriness is gone, but it feels like its gotten worse in another way. Hmm! This is nothing special. It is an oath that I will follow Gabriel from now on. There is nothing more perfect than this to confirm that we are on the same side. Jinhyeok activated me of me. They are simply intoxicated by the collective madness and have temporarily lost their senses. As time passes and we face the horrors of reality, our current will and desire will also disappear like melting snow. But once you put this stamp on coolly. Even if you dont like it, you will have no choice but to follow what this side says. Ill squeeze it in and use it until the veryst bit of sweet water is left. Chi-ik! Since the seal has already been stamped, the game is over. Thank you, Prophet. Thank you so much foring to save us. They may not yet know their fate. *** A week passed like that. A tremendous change urred just a week after Jinhyeok polluted the sacred stone and captured the ves in prison. first. The sacred stone spread throughout Eden and contaminated the existing angels. Condition abnormalities such as illness and vomiting. Their faith is cracked and their trust in each other is broken. Because of the sudden event, Eden began to rapidly copse. The second. A watershed that struck the angels in the back also urred in the sacred stone mines and storage areas throughout Eden. -The chosen messenger of God will save everyone. A person who looks down on those who are at the bottom. A prophet appeared who said he would create an Eden for everyone, not just the strong. The result was a rebellion by the weak. Of course, their individual power was minimal. How could these people, so weak from malnutrition, deal with thebat soldiers? Even if everyone attacks you, it would be a good thing if you take one or two heavy armored angels. However, it was not inbat that their true skills were revealed. Total strike. We need to receive a regr supply of sacred stones, but all the workers are giving up their work? That is the worst. good. Jinhyuk nodded as if satisfied. Everything was going better than expected. Copying the abilities from Ishmael was also a great harvest. [Copying was sessful.] [Unique Spear ck Blood] Difficulty of obtaining: AA Content: The traitors dirty blood is a symbol of denying Eden. The power of the Judah n is closer to the dark attribute type rather than divine power. Grumbling. A sticky and ominous liquid flowed out. Although it can be used on its own, the real power of ck Blood lies in its synergy with other things. Jinhyuk took out another ability from the infinite library. [Inject ck Bloodline into the unique ability ck Tears.] Absorption, not fusion. Ishmaels unique voice permeated the base of the ck tears. Ugh! [ck Tears mastery is increased to maximum!] An effect that strengthens the properties of curse and corruption. With this, one more card needed to deal with angels and ancient dragons has been added. Right then. Jerk. Multiple footsteps were heard. The overseers are approaching the prison where the ves are. Then their voices rang out. Theres an uproar everywhere these days. Contaminating the sacred stone. Its like they dont even understand the subject. Gabriels prophet? Ha! Thats ridiculous There must have been an order from above. Lets cut a few people down as an example. If we cut them in half, those bastards will never even think about attacking us again. It is the atonement of the dirty people. It will be the first time in a while that I will taste blood. So far, there has not been a single rebellion or strike in the warehouse where Jinhyeok is located. Therefore, the supervisors did not realize how serious this incident was. As usual. I thought that if I scared it enough, it would curl up on its own. The ves were so deeply enved to their bones that they could never escape their situation. p! Drurrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr. There were all kinds of terrible iron instruments, including the Iron Maiden, a medieval torture instrument. Jinhyuk. Ishmael looked at Jinhyuk. Now that Ipletely trusted him, I was ready to do anything Jinhyuk told me to do. ing. Damn you guys. If they misbehave, we will do our best to stop them. In the meantime, Prophet, take shelter. The rest of the ves felt the same way. A heavy tension weighed down the entire prison. Soon many people will die or suffer terrible torture. Is there still something left to do? Ellis asked with a sour expression. No. I think this is enough for acting. There is no need to endure since all goals have already been achieved. Jinhyuk stood up just as the supervisors opened the prison door. Prophet Seo? Wait a minute Everyone was shocked and tried to dissuade Jinhyuk. ?Please visit for more chapters! ? What is this guy? Is this the first thing you want to be tortured? The supervisor who was dragging Iron Maiden sneered as if it was ridiculous. and. Suddenly. That was thestugh. Red blood was sprayed everywhere. As the strong energy emitted from his bare hands crossed horizontally, the iron bars disappeared in one blow as if a radish had been cut. What what? ve not! The supervisors were the gship. slow. Even reacting and responding. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! Jinhyeoks second attack followed before Chaes weapons were drawn. Cheonma Gwangso. The river split into dozens and swallowed everything in sight. Kwaaaaak! Aaaahhh! Awesome wide range. When the sword reaches its extreme level, I do not envy the wide area magic of the 9th circle. That alone could have brought about a typhoon. thud! thud! thud! thud! Heavy armored angels flocked to the loudmotion. Only now are proper fighters taking those heavy steps. Ellis. huh. At Jinhyuks call, Ellis dusted herself off and stood up. There was no sign of annoyance there. That has to be the case. A noble and dignified nobleman of the night was locked in a pigsty like this for over a week? Even if you follow it yourself, the quality of the joke is very poor. Be thankful that Jim wants to get out of this dirty ce as soon as possible. Normally, this price should have been much higher. [Blood Spears is activated!] Kukukukukuku! Red skewers covered the sky. A shadow fell on the faces of the heavily armored angels who arrivedte. God Thisthis doesnt make sense. How can I avoid all those weapons that block out even the sun? I couldnt even think about it. Above all, the magical power contained in each of those skewers was heavier than all of the elite soldiers gathered here. Puff puff puff! What followed was a one-sided massacre. *** Simultaneous defeat. Painful news came one after another from all the battles that took ce across the front lines. Kaaaa! Quang! Addon could not shake off his anger and hit the ground. The marble floor cracked like spiderwebs. . . The rest of the gathered gods also drank from the cup of bitter defeat with stern faces. A situation that makes no sense inmon sense. It seems as if the numbers in every case have been overlooked. Because no matter what you do, you have responded well. Even though Edon moved directly, he failed to eliminate Pinot Noir and the Green family. The rare itself was reduced to ashes, but its core strength waspletely lost. Jang Bo-kyung. Because of that person called the Elder Gods Apostle. Is it also rted to Kang Jin-hyuk? Nyathotep said we dont have to worry about the Elder Gods, at least not for now. How on earth is this going? The confusion worsened due to the variables. How many bases have you lost? To Addons sad question. There are12. Samael reported carefully. 12. With less than two weeks since the war began, there are already 12. Among them, Heavens Door was the only key area, but that alone was a result that could not be ignored. In particr, ying with the sacred stone, which can be said to be the energy of angels, was the most painful. Raphaels side is also said to be struggling. It looks like Kang Jin-hyuks base is stronger than you might think. Altera and Aden, members of the Gold n, also added a word. This is the moment when the n to win based on the much more advantageous and familiar terrain and overwhelming number of troops was put on hold. But right then. Hmm. Is this the main camp? Giggle. I heard youre making porridge. Its true. Two strangers entered the conference room. How did you guys get here Addons pupils were narrowed. Chapter 739 Solo Max-Level Newbie Chapter 739 Episode 739 Do whatever it takes. (3) A woman with beautiful waist-length silver hair and golden eyes. In contrast, a handsome man with short red hair stood out. Not an ordinary resident. Because only the highest absolutes were capable of spewing out such terrifying magical power. Dragon. They were also ancient dragons, each given a different name. He sent me because he said he seemed to be having a hard time alone. I heard it was aplete defeat. Giggling. From what I heard, you ordered everything to disgrace the ancient dragon? Heavenly Earth Dragon Diamun and Extreme Dark Dragon Evelyn. There is an ancient dragon that governs heaven and earth, and an ancient dragon that governs darkness. Shut up! The main units strength has not yet beenpromised. Addon was furious. therefore. We must intervene before the main forces strength is damaged. Once youve already crossed the river, no matter how hard you try, it will be of no use. More than anything,ining is useless. Its already been decided from above. Evelin, who was giggling, pulled out something absurd from subspace. Tuk. A relic made from thest meteorite of the constetion. It is the Crown of Valor. There are two things we need to secure. A certain book that ancient beings definitely want. And these are the three crowns held by Goinmul Corporation. With this, we also have two crowns, so it might be worth trying to some extent. The Crown of Valor and the Crown of Divinity held by Eden. If we use those two, we can minimize variables. . With the crown as well. Addons anger visibly subsided upon hearing that he hade. He realized that he had note with the purpose of clumsily provoking me. Moreover, although Diamun and Evelyn were annoying, it was an undeniable fact that they were ancient dragons with enormous power. . Sure. If they are there, the odds of winning will increase significantly. Okay. Lets do it together. However, it is I who makes the final decision. Dont forget that. From now on, you can engage in simultaneous melee while maintaining maximum power. Moreover, the negotiations with them are finally over. Its time to pay back for what youve suffered over and over again. *** Every corner of the front line . Loopholes appeared. Jinhyeok, who joined the main unit, began to move in earnest. Thanks to the excellent performance of each members role, he was able to attack major bases. The first ce he targeted was the Altar of Abraham . . This was a medium torge base, one of the key strategic points prating the east of Eden. Of course, it boasted a level of sturdiness that was different from the Heavens Door that was just handed over for a trap. Its huge. Wow. Are you saying that we have to clear the way here from now on? Sighs filled withplex emotions flowed from everyones mouths. A huge castle floating above the clouds. It was a structure where you had to fly through the air to reach the castle gate. This was the first time that you couldnt even dare to simply approach it. Thats right. It had to be that way. There were colorful floating stones floating around the altar, and at a nce, they didnt look like any ordinary kind. Because different magical powers were strangely resonating. At that moment. How dare you bring your wicked body into this ce? ! A loud roar rang out. It must have been a train firebox. If I hadnt protected my ears with magic, my eardrums would have exploded. What appeared was an angel with a gigantic body reaching 10 meters in height. You sinful people. From now on, I will help Samuel put an end to that miserable life! [Samumael sounds the holy relic Trumpet announcing the end of the creation!] The magnificent yet ominous sound of the trumpet split the air. The end of the creation. If its a trumpet that announces, it cant be Jinhyuks eyes narrowed. Theres no doubt about it. Stop it! Jinhyeok shouted. At the same time. Woooooo! A huge beam of light continued between the floating stones and the altar. An annihtor that concentrated the ultimate power of divine power in absolute judgment. If you get hit by that light, you will face the worst oue. It will be done. Quang! Jinhyeok wasnt the only one who kicked the ground andunched himself. Simultaneously. The powerful members of the alliance rushed at Samuel from different directions. Of course, Eden didnt stay still either. A huge number of them . The angels tried to protect Samuel. [Hercules activates the 12 Tasks!] Koooo! Kwaaa! A huge hydra appeared behind Hercules. It gathered together along its nine maws . A green sphere started out. A poisonous liquid that defeated even a half-body was sprayed out . Chiik ! Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah ! Before anyone could react, hundreds of angels were reduced to a handful of blood. And on top of them, Thors lightning struck. Toukwaang! [Special skill Howling Thunder is activated!] Electricity surrounding Mjolnir. Lets breathe this fire. A huge hole has formed between the angels. Chuck! Chuck Overwhelming attack power and speed. The angels who lost half of their bodies fell straight down. like that. The road opens. The shortest route to Samuel was secured. Jinhyuk took out the Frost Spirit spear. No matter how powerful the power is, it doesnt matter as long as it ends before it is activated. Subdue it at once. Pachichik! The extreme cold was concentrated. Snowkes formed a line. But right then. Grumble! New magic power intervened from apletely different ce. !? Jinhyuks body froze in ce. An unfamiliar and foreign force weighing down the whole body. [The idiom subjugation of thend is activated!] It is not an ordinary idiom. This is a guy who has umted much more time and status than a dragon. [The Earth Dragon Diamun appears!] Tsutsutsutsu! Red-colored threads entangled Jinhyeoks legs. Its a conditional proverb spell that was cast for 24 hours. I heard youre a monster, but its going to be difficult to solve in a short period of time. Several green fireballs appeared in Diamuns hands. Its Hellfire. Puff puff poop! One shot per guy. Anger exploded at the gods who were attacking Samuel. Ugh! Big! Hercules and Thor shook off the mes on their bodies. Although its own resistance was at an absurd level, it was still difficult to withstand Diamuns attack magic. in between. Wooooow! The noise of the trumpets quieted down. In the end, the activation time for the ability ran out. shing. My vision turned white. What followed was a huge craze. Kukukukuk! Vibrating clouds. A beam of light reaching hundreds of meters wasunched between the floating stones. [Taemin Lee activates Machine Lord C Mountain of Scrap Metal!] [Teresa activates Star Protection C Golden Cross!] [Osiris activates Sanctuary of the Sun! ] Many defensive skills were unleashed one after another. but. no use. The beam of light evaporated everything and created a huge crater between the soldiers. *** Chiiik! There is no end to the fine clouds. Ugh. Well, it has all this power. Is everyone okay? Moans came from everywhere. There was no way to estimate how many warriors had been injured. What is certain is that at least several thousand troops have disappeared. Absurd power. Even though manyyers of defense skills were deployed, this level of damage urred. Haha! Heavenly punishment for the heretics hmm? Samuels eyes widened as he burst intoughter. I dont know what it was, but I felt an eerie, lifelike feeling right at the back of my neck. Quaaaang! It was at that moment that I stopped the tip of the rushing spear. There is literally a difference of just a piece of paper. If Diamun had not personally protected Samuel, a hole would have formed in his neck. How Samuel looked at Jinhyuk and his eyebrows fluttered. Obviously, he should be in a state where he cannot intervene in the battle ording to the term. I dont know how I escaped from that bondage. chimerical Its him. Diamun was equally confused. As an ancient dragon, he had prepared a binding spell for 24 hours. It made no sense to destroy it in less than 10 seconds. If you want to deal with me, prepare much more than that. We should have done it. We took a few thousand people. In return, we will destroy several times more of them. Jinhyeok lightly swung his spear. Damn it! The cold spread through the water droplets in the air. To Diamun . Although the binding force was much weaker than that, the original target was not Diamun or Samuel. The angels guarding the floating stone froze in the air. Above them. [Unique ability One Eye Moon is unlocked!] Huge Eyes appeared. A zing primordial abyss faced the angels. You are not the only ones with wide-area energy. If you can, try to block it. Kwakwakwakwakwakwa! An even bigger beam of light is floating around. The entire field was destroyed. Stop! Samuel shouted. When he saw so many of his men disappearing, his strings of reason had no choice but to break. Even though he knew it was not possible, he used the trumpet announcing the end of the creation from close range. [The range and power are reduced.] [The time of the chant is drastically shortened.] If you get caught, you could die together. Nevertheless , the boiling anger became stronger than reason. It was almost simultaneous. [ The unique spear Seraphim is activated!] [The unique spear Chronosphere is activated!] Bullets made of divine power and magic bullets made of dark red magical energy were loaded. Taaang! Rays of light blinked. Different abilities They collided at this one point. Quaaaaang! A terrifying shock wave was created. Due to the aftermath of such powerful abilities colliding, the floating stones lost their bnce and fell straight down. Offset. The magnitude of each others power was almost the same. . The difference is. p! The rate of fire of Jinhyuks gun is iparable to Samuels trumpet. The gun went up. Boom! Kwaaaa! One of Samuels arms fell. It just flew away. Even before the screams ended, bullets flew out of Jinhyeoks gun like a storm. It was some kind of natural disaster. When Jinhyeok, who killed even the ancient beings, began the battle in earnest, huge holes appeared in the floating stone and Abrahams altar, which boasted iron walls. Troops falling helplessly. Hahaha! Yes. This is it! Wipe it all away! The warriors of Northern Europe and Olympus cheered. *** are you okay? Evelyn appeared next to Diamun. Deadly timing. If I had been even a littlete, I would have been swept away by that raging storm just like Samuel. Thank you Diamun calmed his rough breathing. When I first took on this job. He openlyughed at Addons ipetence. A 10-circle dragon magic that can kill life with just willpower. and. They were the ones whomanded the dragons who freely manipted the proverbs of the 10th circle. but. Is that why they sent us? absence? Its already been a while since we discussed something like that. Now is the time to mobilize all the power we have. [The special skill Ancient Oath is activated!] Wooooow! Space splits apart. Numerous guardians who protected Diamun and Evelynsir appeared. In addition, numerous dragon ns, including the ck and Red ns, were fully armed. I obey the orders of the Great One. Order The leaders in charge of eachyers guardians bowed their heads. That man must be eliminated. Its okay to lose everything, so give him a loophole. I will put my pride as an ancient dragon on the line andplete my task without fail. - Chapter 740 Solo Max-Level Newbie Chapter 740 Episode 740 Dont hesitate by any means necessary (4) Kukukukukuku! Countless legions that tore through space. These are not just ordinary mass-produced monsters. . . All are carefully selected elites to protect the ancient dragons rare. The monsters of the upper ss, who boasted a daily wage of one hundred, were mobilized. In addition, various types of dragons formed a perfect siege from the north, south, east, and west. As soon as an order is given,rge-scale magic will be unleashed. I dont know how long it will take to summon them all. Thats the level of opposition. Everyone is here except for Destia, who guards the 48th floor, right? There has to be at least one person left to guard the stairs. The proud ancient dragons broke each others temper for one purpose. This is what happens If you lose the war, you will never be able to recover your wounded pride again. Parts! Once again, the trumpet announcing the end of creation began to gather the magical power flowing through the floating stone. Samuel died a little while ago, but as long as the altar was safe, he could reuse his abilities as much as he wanted. * Unbelievable. Even ancient dragons and dragons came? What was embarrassing was the same thing for Goinmul Corporation and the alliance. It was true that the Abrahams Altar was a key strategic point, but I did not expect an all-out war of this scale to ur. At most, about 10% of the total force. I had predicted that it would be that much of a power struggle. Are you nning to see the showdown here? Hahaha! Its better. Something that feels cool on the inside is my preference. I agree. I will kill them all and end this war. The warriors of Asgard went mad. Anyway, I dont know who came up with the crazy rumor that if you die in a fight, you will go to Valha. Thats why everyone was so crazy about dying. Jinhyuk looked down. Our armys formation itself was solid enough to respond to any conflict, but it became toxic when dealing with dragons. You must spread out and divide into several units and then defeat the enemys key executives individually. My orders are not important. This is not a situation where themander-in-chief alone can shine. Units divided into small and medium sized units. And it was a time when the ability of each unit leader to judge the situation and respond was most important. Fortunately. Its moving properly. Cheon Yu-seong, Ellis Teresa, Lee Tae-min, and Yoo Yeon-hwa had already read Jinhyeoks intentions. Colleagues who shared the prenatal care service together. The work of working together while crossing numerous lines of fire paid off. Tuk. Quang! In different directions. Everyone raced to find their opponent. There will be a great decisive battle. Stay out of here and there. [Heaven and Earth Dragon Diamun activates Dimension Magic C Twisted Realm!] Damn it! The clouds parted. at the same time. A huge amount of manpower was created. The power that attracts everything. Gagging!? Im getting sucked in! Let alone moving forward, it wasnt easy to just hold on in that position. The abilities Diamun used went beyondmon sense to the point where he had to pour in all his magical power. The problem didnt end there. [Ultimate Dark Dragon Evelyn activates Dimension Magic C Dark World!] The pupils of the warriors who saw the sphere instantly turned ck. Keuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu with! I have a severe headache. That too for a while. Sigh! Suddenly! die! I will send you to Valha! Dont look down on Olympus. Ignorant things! Those who had had each others backs just moments ago brandished their weapons at each other. It pierces flesh and breaks bones. In an instant, my vision turned red. Everyone, everyone, stop! Teresa hurriedly raised her divine power, but it was no use. The great magic unleashed by the two ancient dragons was impossible to destroy even with divine power. [Frost Spirit C Ice Ring is activated!] Quaaaaang! It was at that moment that the frozen sphere exploded at Diamun. Aaaah! The ovepping shield was shattered in one blow. It was the type that not only destroyed the surface of the shield, but the umted shock waves prated right into the body. Seeing as how divine power is useless, it seems impossible to turn it back. The fact that Teresa, who has awakened, cannot use her hands means that it would be the same for anyone. but. Wouldnt the chaos end if we kill those who used that magic? All you have to do is destroy the source itself. Thats it. dare! Kill it! Guardians belonging to Diamuns Lair rushed in. Kaaaang! Jinhyuk was the first to strike down the flying sword. Ji-ing! A numb shock. Look at this? I thought special guardians would be mobilized, but this is quite interesting. This was inevitable because the guardians that Diamun promoted as the main force were improved homunculi. Although it had a human shape, its unusually yellow eyes red at Jinhyeok. To what extent is this a version that embodies emotions? The anger toward the person who hurt the owner was conveyed without filtering. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak! Spears and swords shed in the air. Structured movements as if measured with a ruler. Dozens of homunculi were pressuring Jinhyeok at regr intervals. Up there. Ugh! The magic of Go Circle has been cast. A wide-area magic that does not consider allies. This means that even the homunculi will be destroyed all at once. You damn bastard Jinhyuk bit his lip. I knew that dragons treated other peoples lives like dust, but I didnt know that they would treat the guardians who sacrificed their lives for them the same way. They are quite emotional, as befits poetry. If their insignificant lives were used for us, they would be happy to die. A dazzling light flickered above Diamuns scornful head. [The Crown of Valor appears!] [If the potential of the enemy in battle is higher than yours. An additional Brave stat is given to confront the target.] [For each stat of bravery. The potential of the crowns owners abilities is added by +1%.] Crown of Valor is the only crown among crowns that has a characteristic that bes more valuable when dealing with someone stronger than itself. Diamun chose utility over pride. If only I could be acknowledged by the ancient beings and fulfill the ancient dragons secret wish. You can sacrifice as much as you want when ites to pride and pride! Indeed its great. Diamun repeatedly clenched and unclenched his fingers. Magical power overflowing throughout the body. It has be possible to handle magic several times more freely and efficiently than before. Where should I try it? Light hand gestures followed. [Target is fixed.] Specify coordinate values. [Four additional properties are granted.] Mixes up elements that are difficult to defend. As the homunculi took up time, there was enough time to consider Jinhyeoks characteristics and movements. Jinhyuk Kang! Cheon Yu-seong shouted after cutting down a high-ranking angel. A terrifying sword wind tore through the air. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! The extreme meaning of the sword demon was revealed, and dozens of powerful weapons were revealed. The angels and rare guardians that were clinging to each other were cut into dozens of pieces. Amidst the rushing blood. Cheon Yu-seong turned to Jin-hyuk. There seemed to be nothing that could stop that vicious force. Are you the guy who is called Kang Jin-hyuks right-hand man? Until Evelyn came forward, giggling. Unlike dragons who usually use magic. Evelyn enjoyed hitting and fucking with her body more. Martial arts and cold weapons, etc. They say that they feel more thrilling pleasure from destroying the other persons body with both hands. Get out of the way before I cut you down. Its something youll live to see for a long time. Ive heard all these things. Thats right. If you can, do it. Evelyn took out a gauntlet with dragon ws. Pazzutz! Over 1m of aura surged along each w. [10 ws appear!] A ck-colored aura and a golden-colored aura. Different ws werepleted on the left and right hands. *** Come on! If you cut one, there are two. Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa! If you cut down two, five will attack. The number of homunculi killed in less than two minutes exceeded 40, but the number far exceeding that number continued to be replenished. The homunculi, who were not afraid of death, faithfully carried out themand to bind their feet. Especially. The leader of the guardians at the very front. Unlike other homunculi, the girl with blue and gold eyes was of a different ss. Kwaaaaang! It is fundamental to efficiently throw away Jinhyeoks spear. Also, when faced with a blow that was difficult to handle, he used his subordinates as shields. then. The fist on the other side holding the spear was filled with energy. [Dark Sky Demon Emperors Mukryun Changpa is activated!] The ck spear wave drew a long crescent moon. The trajectory is strangely distorted in the air. once. Twice and again. Dodge here and there. Either set up your subordinates as a shield or so that they can bite you. The Mukryun Changpa, curved like a snake, attacked the homunculus. Right then. Sparks erupted from the homunculus golden eyes. at the same time. The blue waves prated my pure white skin. Push! Blood spurting from the shoulder. seeded in causing injury. However, it is not a fatal wound. It was the result of minimizing damage by choosing the best option among the avable options. This is ridiculous. A frustrated sigh flowed from Jinhyuks mouth. I was nning on taking a breather and focusing only on Diamuns magic. But the n wentpletely wrong. Eyes of Gluttony detected the target. [Beta] This is a decisive battle weapon that has greatly improved and strengthened the weaknesses of existing homunculi. He has not onlybat skills, but also situational judgment and leadership skills, and is cool-headed and very loyal. He has received a Gods eye transnted into one eye by Diamun. It has eyes. Its kind of fucking annoying too. Is that why you were so good at avoiding it like a loach? Fresh Eyes have the power to avoid the worst-case scenario. Betas eyes must have seen a way to survive. Wow. For a human, youre quite knowledgeable. I cant believe you even know the eyes of a sage. Diamun once again looked surprised. but. That was it. There was no reason to have a long question and answer with someone who was going to die soon. shing. A sh of light erupted. Diamunspleted magic aimed at Jinhyeoks heart. e. Jinhyuk clenched his teeth. There is only one chance. [1 second invincibility is activated!] As soon as the sh of light touches the body, the invincibility defense skill is activated. The sh of light shot straight into the air. no use! Diamun shouted. The sh of light that bounced off immediately struck again. This time, it split into eight stems and came rushing out. Magic pierced Jinhyeoks body once again. No, more urately, it pierced through the afterimage. [You have worn the Crown of Speed!] Quang! My body became a gale. Jinhyeok, who caught Diamun behind him in an instant, took out the second crown. [You are wearing the Crown of the de!] ck and blue magical power formed on the tip of the Frost Spirits spear. Damn it! The blow, a mixture of demonic energy and cold, froze the world. master! Beta was the gship. The homunculi rushed in without hesitation to save Diamun. The aftermath of pushing the potential of the two crowns to their limit. Moreover, it consumed an incredible amount of magical power, enough to freeze Diamun entirely. Of course, theres no way it wont put a strain on your body. Even for betas and homunculi, there would be no better conditions for a surprise attack. But it doesnt matter. Because we have already prepared for this. Grumble! Jinhyuks shadow shook. Preparation everything is done. Yes, the odds of winning are 100%. Frey, who started ying with dolls, appeared with dozens of dolls. ?Please visit for more chapters! ? The Novel will be updated first on this website. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!