I’m the only magic tower owner Chapter 8

I’m the only magic tower owner episode 008

The next morning.

When I opened my eyes, the sound ‘Aeon’ came out of nowhere. The fatigue of almost dying from the ordeal was piled up all over my body.

It is impossible to challenge the test right away in this condition. So, I decided to take a break and try something new.

I opened the book about potions I took from the bookshelf on the 9th floor.

『Because it’s difficult, it’s a potion.』

… … Although the title of the book is a bit strange, it contains a list of basic potions and recipes. The manufacturing process was also convenient because it was specified based on the facilities in the magic tower. Among them, the potions I will try to make are as follows.

Effect: 50 regeneration power. Effect increases when used multiple times.

Materials: Black Mountain (1), Convoy (1), Harley (2).

Heuksan, Hosong, and Harley were all by-products of plant-type monsters and materials that were easily available in Korea.

Items such as monster skin and bones are often used to make equipment, but such plant residues are not in great demand, so their market price is relatively cheap. In particular, ‘Heuksan’ costs about 200 won each?

To say that you can make a potion with these ingredients is a bit over-the-top, but it’s like making gold out of a rolling stone.

‘good. It’s real life.’

First, I went to the warehouse on the first floor and looked for some materials.

Unfortunately, the potion ingredients were either in short supply or had rotted over time, so it seemed like they would have to be replenished locally.

Still, after persistent searching, I was able to secure enough to make a few bottles.

I grabbed the materials and returned to the book.

‘You have to use a pot for this.’

The tubes littered on the table appeared to be used to make more advanced potions.

I approached the large pot placed in the corner of the first floor.

There were various magic circles engraved on the surface of the pot, and it felt like a control button on an electronic device.

After fully understanding how to use it, I got to work.

First, I touched the magic circle containing the ‘Water Rune’ and let the mana flow. Then, a magic circle was activated inside the pot, and water poured out.

“……Oooh!”

This is fun. Filling the pot with water using magic rather than drawing water or using a tap.

I imagined that wizards would have a quiet and simple image, but the magic circle elevator was also cutting-edge in its own way.

After the pot was filled with enough water, the magic circle at the bottom of the pot was activated to start a fire.

When the water began to boil, I placed the ingredients in the book and stirred it with a large ladle.

Preparing potions was characterized by sometimes requiring magical means. ‘Black Mountain’ had to be powdered and sprinkled using concoction magic, and ‘Harley’ had to be placed in boiling water and coated with mana one by one as the surface rose to a round shape like fried food.

After doing various tasks near the pot for an hour, the color of the liquid changed to a thick red color.

“It’s complete!”

I tilted the pot and poured the contents into the empty potion bottle. In fact, packaging was more difficult than making it.

And I checked the information on the finished product with the eyes of a wise man.

Category: Potion

Effects of use:

-[40 Regeneration]

-[Effect increases when used multiple times]

There must have been a mistake in the process, and the result was 40, a decrease of 10 from the regenerative power shown in the book.

It looks like this requires some very detailed work.

Still, I am satisfied with my first work.

Now that I had actually created the potion, I was relieved and called right away.

There was a suitable person who had thought about potion distribution.

“Uh, it’s me. Are you free tonight?”

When asked about my business, I answered with a grin.

“Oh, it’s nothing special. I was thinking of doing a business together.”

* * *

That night.

I was waiting for a customer near Sanggye-dong Station.

‘come.’

Chabakchabak.

A man with a familiar face was approaching me, accompanied by the sound of calm footsteps.

A well-fitting casual suit and intelligent horn-rimmed glasses. The outfit is reminiscent of a young, trendy British gentleman.

“It’s been a while, Yushin.”

This guy’s name is Jeong Seo-jin. He is 21 years old, two years younger than me, and is a junior from the same middle school.

First of all, he is younger than me, but his appearance, demeanor, and way of speaking give off the impression of a worn-out office worker.

“Yes, it’s been a while. Seojin.”

“You’re running a business?”

… … Still, it’s been a while since we met, so let’s get straight to the point. That neat and simple personality still remained.

“That’s right. I need your help.”

“What business item?”

“Let’s go inside and talk.”

When I pointed to the path immersed in darkness, Jeong Seo-jin adjusted his glasses with an unreadable expression.

“I’m concerned that the meeting place is near a restricted area. Can I ask if the location is related to the business item?”

“It’s related. And it’s not nearby, it’s in the restricted area.”

“…….”

The guy whose expression hardened let out a small sigh.

“It’s probably not the type of business that can be revealed openly.”

The question Jeong Seo-jin raised was reasonable before it was unpleasant.

The restricted area is a dangerous area where monsters appear.

For this reason, there were frequent cases where various criminal organizations took advantage of the lack of access by people to sneak into the area and manufacture drugs or illegal weapons.

I have to definitely deny it here.

“I’ll tell you in advance, it’s not what you think.”

“Then tell me the details of your business here.”

“I have to explain it here for a hundred days, but you won’t understand. You have to go and see it for yourself…”

“Yooshin hyung.”

Jeong Seo-jin pressed the button on the briefcase he was holding and dropped it to the floor.

click.

The bag opened to the left and right, revealing a large bundle of money inside.

“It will be about the initial capital of the business.”

“……?”

“I’m leaving now.”

… … Look at this kid. What do you think of me?

Well, in fact, it may be natural for Jeong Seo-jin to react like this.

So far, how many people have approached this guy based on his background and tried to stab him in the back and suck out his blood?

The repertoire of approaching people as if they were doing business and asking them to hand over money is probably the most common case this guy has encountered in his life.

However, from Jeong Seo-jin’s perspective, it would not be a relationship that I could easily break off.

He owes me something.

So, this money would be the minimum duty towards the benefactor and would mean that he would pay off his debt and leave. If I take this, he will never appear in front of me again.

I looked at the money bag and said.

“I do not need.”

“……yes?”

“What I need now is not money, but your skills.”

Jeong Seo-jin’s expression changed strangely.

“Well, you just called it out without explaining the background, so it could be misleading. Well, let’s just get a quick taste of it…”

I stretched out my right hand. As Jeong Seo-jin looked at it as if wondering what it was, blue light emanated from his right hand and a magic circle unfolded.

The guy’s eyes widened.

“What is this? Obviously, my brother’s unique ability is…”

“It’s not a unique ability.”

Shuung!

The Mana Arrow fired from the magic circle hits a nearby stone wall and boom!

made a sound

“It’s magic.”

“…….”

Jeong Seo-jin adjusted his glasses with trembling hands.

“It’s magic, do you think I would believe such an unscientific story?”

Jeong Seo-jin said that and rubbed his head with a self-deprecating expression.

“It has now become an anachronism to say…”

“Hehe, I understand. It’s an age where monsters appear and hunters are active.”

Jeong Seo-jin himself is also a player. There was no way a guy like that could deny this scene unfolding before his eyes.

As if he had finally made up his mind, Jeong Seo-jin picked up his briefcase and spoke.

“Excuse me. Where can I go?”

* * *

I broke through the control area with Jeong Seo-jin and arrived in front of the Magic Tower.

“It’s been a while since I did something this reckless.”

Jeong Seo-jin, who was looking around the forest immersed in darkness, muttered as if he had a new emotion.

“We often got into trouble together in middle school, right?”

“It was a good time.”

“How was it in America?”

“I just stayed there. In fact, I just had to study.”

I nodded and stopped in front of the door.

“Give me your hand for a moment.”

“Hands?”

“You need a mark to enter the magic tower. Oh, I didn’t explain this.”

In order for outsiders to enter the Magic Tower, they must have the symbol of the Demon Tower engraved on their bodies.

It is true that I heard from Ea, but it is said that this symbol has a special golden magic as well as the right to pass.

The currently designated prohibited trigger is ‘information leak from the Magic Tower’.

If this is violated in any way, the magic tower’s tracking magic is immediately activated, and mana reflux occurs in the target.

“It’s a type of security magic.”

“Hmm, that’s a little scary.”

“I’m not forcing you. If you don’t want to do it, I can’t help it.”

Jeong Seo-jin obediently held out his hand.

“Actually, you could have taken the picture without explaining it. I will trust you this time.”

Actually, I think I felt a bit sorry for doubting it earlier.

I gathered the mana at the tip of my finger and placed it on the back of Jeong Seo-jin’s hand. A blue mark was engraved like a seal.

“Okay. Let’s go in.”

I demonstrated first. The moment I touched the door with my palm, I was immediately sucked into the door.

After entering the magic tower, I slightly stepped aside, and Jeong Seo-jin, who jumped out of the door, lost his balance and rolled on the floor.

“Haha! Are you okay? I was like that at first too.”

“……Yes. It’s okay.”

Jeong Seo-jin stood up, shaking off his clothes, and looked around with wide eyes.

“It’s amazing. There was a space like this inside the tower…”

“Tap owner, are you a guest?”

A cluster of lights gathered in the air and Ea appeared. Jeong Seo-jin was startled and took a step back from her.

“Who, who?”

“My name is Ea, and I am in charge of managing the Magic Tower.”

She bowed her head.

“…….”

Why is the child so lost again?

“Ah, um, this is Jeong Seo-jin.”

The two men shook hands lightly.

“Hey, is there anything we can entertain you?”

“There are a few bags of coffee mix left that Topju bought at the convenience store.”

“Tsk, okay. Please at least do that.”

Ea bowed his head politely and disappeared. I snapped my fingers in front of Jeong Jeong’s blank face.

“omg!”

“Why are you so uncharacteristically blank?”

“Oh, sorry.”

We sat comfortably on the sofa in the center of the lobby. Jeong Seo-jin could not take his eyes off the sparkling golden wall and various experimental tools.

“I heard it was a terrible sight in Seoul, but I never thought it would be such a beautiful place.”

“Hehe, right?”

“If I hadn’t come out today, I would have regretted it for the rest of my life.”

… … forever? Why is this guy acting so over-the-top all of a sudden?

At that time, EA appeared and put down the coffee in the paper cup.

“I’m sorry that the reception was like this. Although it may not be worthy of a golden spoon.”

Whoop. Jeong Seo-jin took a sip of coffee and smiled faintly.

“It feels good to be sweet.”

Look at me and say it, you bastard.

“Then can we start talking about business now?”

“Yes, let’s begin.”

First, I briefly explained the magic tower. Jeong Seo-jin nodded and listened to her story with a serious face, as if he had never done that before.

“So the first floor is the potion preparation floor where potions are made. I made one in advance.”

I took out the potion from the glass bottle and placed it on top.

“Does this really heal wounds?”

“You can try it.”

“……Um, excuse me for a moment.”

Jeong Seo-jin rolled up his pants, revealing the bruised knee he had suffered from rolling earlier.

By the time I opened the lid and poured a little potion, the wound had completely healed.

The shocked expression on his face was worth seeing.

“In addition to this recovery potion, you can also make potions that can restore mana or remove status ailments such as poison or cold.”

“…… Incredible.”

Jeong Seo-jin looked around at the potion and put it down on the table. Then she suddenly adjusted her glasses with a serious expression.

“By the way, do you mind?”

fantasy,