How to Survive as a Player Chapter 266

#266

『To tell you one of them, after Gaebyeok Day, vassals were given a choice. You can now choose whether to live as a ‘citizen of the empire’ or as a ‘vassal’. And those who chose to live as ‘vassals’ were given the blessing of eternal life, and those who chose to live as ’empire subjects’ were given the blessing of being able to end their lives in ‘life’ according to the laws of nature. It may be difficult for Jeha to understand. Because I was like that too.』

Kwak Jeong-han looked at the vibrant empire. A world where imperial citizens and vassals mix. Now, they were no longer just grudges living in a treadmill. It was a living life, and the blessing of being able to live and end life according to the laws of nature arose.

Anyone can now live and die according to their life expectancy if they wish. The empire called this the ‘vassal system’.

“brother!”

As I came out of the castle tower, I saw Lee Jae-young running in the distance, waving his hand. Behind Jaeyoung Lee, there were many more people, including Dohyeon Baek. Gapjun Kim, Huey, Jaewoo Gong, and even Fan.

No, Fan was following along with Gong Jae-woo, making scouting offers to lure him to his empire. Gong Jae-woo’s tired sigh could be felt up to here.

“Is Jaeyoung here?”

“Yes, bro. Hey, you too, say hello.”

Squeak-

The monster on Lee Jae-young’s shoulder opened its mouth and greeted him with bright eyes. It was now a sight as familiar as a landscape. Kwak Jeong-han slowly looked at the visitors, including Lee Jae-young.

『I’m sure you’re curious about other people’s stories, too. Everyone, including Jaeyoung and Baek Dohyun, are doing quite well. Unfortunately, Jaeyoung has stopped growing and has not grown any further since he first arrived at Elix. Still, he seemed satisfied. Even if that is not the case, those who choose eternal life do not seem to age anymore. Maybe that’s why, even after five years, nothing has changed. How about Jeha?』

“But bro, why are you holding him again? Wow, these reptiles have no conscience. Hey, I don’t think you realize how heavy you are. Hey, aren’t you coming down? “You pretend not to hear this again.”

“haha… . It’s okay, Jaeyoung. “It’s not that heavy.”

【… … .】

Muk closed his eyes tightly and remained silent, burying his face in Sehyun’s arms. Until now, Mook often remained silent like this when others spoke to him. Even if that wasn’t the case, Muk especially hated seeing Jaeyoung Lee.

“Wow, why does this rabbit get bigger every day?”

[I am not a pig!]

“Why are you making a fuss alone? When did I call you a pig? Or, what’s wrong with my feet?”

Kwak Jeong-han looked down at Bill Will, who was fussing in his arms, and tried to suppress his laughter. Soon, as Baek Do-hyeon and Fan approached, various greetings began to be exchanged.

“Why don’t we make a zoo? “It’s not even a feast. What is this?”

“Sehyeon, how are you? Oh, don’t get me wrong. I came today because of ‘that’ rather than Gong Jae-woo. by the way. We are hearing that Gong Jae-woo is doing a good job all the way to our empire. For me, it can’t be anything but a very satisfying thing. As a student taught by our engineering empire, this is only natural, hahaha.”

“You’re laughing.”

Despite Lee Jae-young’s sarcastic remarks, Fan’s laughter did not diminish. These days, Lee Jae-young was eagerly aiming for Fan’s second place spot. Even if he pretended not to, Fan was also bending his back trying to maintain his second place position.

“Come on, let’s go first. “I think everyone has already arrived.”

As Se-hyeon took the lead, holding Muk-i in his arms, everyone nodded as if they were reminded of what they had to do and began to look ahead. These were flushed faces.

As the wind blew, the sound of many footsteps filled the surroundings as if they had promised. At the end, Kwak Jeong-han felt a rush of air. He saw a world in which many things had changed.

『Jeha, this place is no longer the same as before. Elix’s entire empire has signed a coexistence agreement, and is making great efforts to contribute to Elix’s development. Yes, there is no longer an empire war in Elix, and the players’ struggle to revive the empire continues to this day. A surprising number of changes have been made. Among them, I believe that our Black Empire has achieved remarkable revival and development.』

While the former empire was an empire built mainly for fortress warfare, the current empire is a place for life created for ‘living.’ Villages were created, shops were created, and spaces and streets that could soothe one’s mind were created.

This place was no longer just a space for the ‘lord’ in the game. It was a space for everyone.

『Ah, now that I think about it, it’s a little late to tell you. Today is a day when many people gather. It is also a day to see again the person who has received the greatest grace. Yes, again, it will be a special day. I can’t explain it exactly, but I think it’s thanks to the ability that ‘Muk-i’ has.』

‘Muk-i’ had a habit of looking for and observing what the person wanted and desired at every moment. I don’t know if it’s instinct or not. He may have thought that this was for the sake of Sehyun, who trusted him and followed him.

For five years, Muk-i met people around Se-hyeon and read their common aspirations, and found that they matched what Se-hyeon wanted.

Muk-i wanted to do what Se-hyeon wanted, and Se-hyeon wanted to teach Muk-i the definition of the right thing to do.

It just fit together. The result was what happened today.

『The ‘him’ that Jeha was thinking of is correct. I can’t write down many words, but what I can say clearly is that this is a world you can come to if you have ‘memory’. Remember that. And it is said that the ‘person’ who will come today is also able to come because he has all the memories of this place.』

I don’t know what kind of causal relationship it is. It is said that when her Muk-i heard everyone’s wishes and found her on Earth through her dreams, she already had her memories of this place.

『Bill Will says it seems to be a side effect of the process of being revived by the power of the guides. Perhaps that is why it is said that ‘that person’ was living on Earth with all his memories. Although it may not be Jeha, I hope this article enlightens you. Don’t forget that many people are waiting for you.』

“Kwak Jeong-han, aren’t you coming?”

Kwak Jeong-han raised his head and looked into the distance. I don’t know when he stopped walking, but the distance from his companions was quite long. Kwak Jeong-han, who was looking at Se-hyeon who was looking at me, nodded his head and quickly ran away.

“I’m sorry, Sehyun.”

“What.”

Behind the smile was a portal emitting brilliant light. It was a ‘white space’ portal, similar to the guides’ homes, located beyond the gateway. As soon as I saw it, it suddenly occurred to me that it was now. I felt like it was now or never.

“… Mr. Sehyeon.”

Kwak Jeong-han took out the letter he was carrying in his arms and approached Se-hyeon. And he held it out.

“I would like to give this to Yoon Je-ha.”

Sehyeon looked down at the letter without any sign of surprise. And he belatedly said something bitter.

“… “Jeha won’t remember anyway, Jeonghan.”

“But it’s okay.”

The person who raised his head at the firm words was Muk, who was held in Sehyeon’s arms. It will be Muk-i who delivers this letter. Only Muk-i, who was strong enough to overcome the rules established by the guides, was able to convey this to the outside world.

“If that’s what Kwak Jeong-han wants… “I will.”

In the end, Sehyun smiled and accepted the letter. And then he slipped a letter to Muk.

“Muk, can you do it? Do you know who the owner of this letter is?”

【chart… Is it okay? me… know. Se, Sehyun… In my memory… There was… uh.】

Mook said with a very frightened expression, wondering if he would get scolded. Se-hyeon stroked Muk-i’s head and hugged her heavy body.

“Please do me a favor. “It may take a long time, so please find it and tell me.”

【huh. please… Ha, I will. Could… there is.】

Muk opened his mouth wide and swallowed the letter that Se-hyeon had handed him. And he clung tightly to Sehyun’s clothes again. It seemed as if he was somewhat satiated.

“Then shall we go in now?”

“yes.”

Kwak Jeong-han nodded with a smile. The small back turned and headed towards the portal. Following his back, Kwak Jeong-han also began to slowly move his steps.

My vision flashed, and soon a colorless and odorless space appeared before my eyes. I could feel the heightened emotions that I could not hide.

In the white space, there was a brilliant light beneath the mirror, just like the last day I visited this place. One by one, they headed towards that place as if they were possessed. From somewhere, the sound of horses’ hooves could be heard.

It sounded as if it had come running from far away. The echo-like sound brought good news.

In the distance, I could see the back of Tyra, who had arrived before the others and was waiting. It was a long-awaited moment. When the sound of horses’ hooves from far away stopped, Kwak Jeong-han felt his heart pounding.

In the center of the light, a half-human, half-horse woman with huge wings stood with her elegant eyes open. Even the way she held the spear was no different from the day I last saw her.

She was looking at a wide space as if looking into the distance, and as if she realized the presence, she looked back at everyone. Her eyes were wide, as if she had been dreaming for a long time.

Kwak Jeong-han expected what she would say. Kwak Jeong-han prayed through her letters, asking her to please, to be guided by her brilliant light just like her.

『So Yoon Je-ha, please prepare too. Whenever a memory comes to mind, Sehyun will definitely come get you. Don’t forget that Keppel is anxiously waiting for you. finally… I hope that this letter will become your memory in eternity.』

Forever. Those words still linger in Kwak Jeong-han’s mouth. Eventually, a dignified voice reached everyone. It was the voice of someone I longed to hear endlessly.

“It feels like I’ve had a long dream.”

Agatha, Lord of the Cavalry Empire Adin, looked at everyone and gave a long-awaited greeting. Kwak Jeong-han closed his eyes deeply, watching the tears forming on Se-hyeon’s retina. This world, Elix, was a world that brought miracles to Kwak Jeong-han. Just like now.

That’s why I believed it. That letter will reach into Yoon Je-ha’s memory. I believed that it would definitely arrive at any time.

“How are you all?”

The noble voice warmed my heart. In the brilliant light, Kwak Jeong-han prayed deeply in his heart that this moment would last forever. It was the warmest day this year. The meaningful reunion touched the hearts of so many people.

A small smile also appeared on Kwak Jeong-han’s lips.

<How to Survive as a Player> Completed.