Money-grubbing Necromancer (186)
After hearing the news from the tavern, Ermian thoroughly investigated Kim Min-woo.
‘This guy is formidable.’
The drunkard didn’t mention Chiljon for nothing.
A newbie who had just arrived in District 9 took down the 2nd ranked guild.
I heard that they didn’t just win by a narrow margin, but defeated Amteron and the elite guild members with overwhelming skill.
‘The difference in skill between Amteron and me is not that big.’
The guild members were the same.
This means that even if the red flag moves, it will be difficult to subdue Kim Min-woo.
‘Then, I guess I should gather other guilds too.’
If one hand is not enough, you can put several hands together.
From 1st to 10th place.
I called together the district leaders of all nine guilds, excluding Harmon.
“This is Ermian of the Red Flag. You all must have heard. The news that the Harmon Guild has been subdued by the newcomers.”
“… … So?”
In general, the reactions of other district leaders were dull. Whenever good talents emerged, there were countless cases where they were taken away by the Red Flag or the Harmon Guild.
This time, we just lost a player. The only variable is that the Harmon Guild was affected?
“The second-ranked guild has been destroyed. That means not only our Red Flag, but you too are in danger.”
“I think you’re overthinking it. Wasn’t it because of the repeated threats during the recruitment that the Harmon Guild suffered? In fact, they were the ones who started the fight first.”
“Yes, I did. I got into trouble. Yes, I got hit. So you could say I got hit for it.”
The district leaders tilted their heads at Ermian’s nodding more cheerfully than expected.
‘What’s going on with that guy?’
‘He’s not the most obedient of people… … .’
Ermian of the Red Flag.
He is the blood relative of Chiljeon.
He also had great natural prowess. It would not be an exaggeration to say that he was the most arrogant of all the district leaders gathered here.
But instead of getting angry all of a sudden, you admit it coolly?
That was when.
Ermian said with a growl.
“What will happen if time passes like this?”
“Well, wouldn’t you rather move up on your own? With that much talent, you’d take the next test even if I told you not to.”
“I guess I have to go up. But is there a law that says I have to leave you guys behind?”
“… … Hmm. I’m not sure about that… … .”
If the guild in second place was destroyed, what would happen to the guilds below it? If there was even a fight, it would be a big problem.
Of course, I wouldn’t do anything deliberate to cause trouble, but you never know what will happen in this world.
“Just think about it. If there is no check, he will continue to grow and become the absolute powerhouse of District 9. This is a big variable for us.”
“So?”
“Let’s get together. And let’s get moving. We’re going to give him a condition.”
“If there is a condition… … ?”
“It’ll be hard to belong to a guild. Then at least they shouldn’t mess with us. Let’s write up a contract with that content.”
“Let’s write a contract… … .”
“Furthermore, if even one quest overlaps, there will be conflict. No one can guarantee whether the guy will leave laughing or move to destroy the guild.”
The district heads nodded.
Ermian’s words certainly had some truth to them. Later, after Kim Min-woo had become an absolute powerhouse, it was highly likely that he would not even be able to set such conditions.
If you think about it, it would make sense to move now, in the early stages when power can flow.
‘I thought you’d recruit me with a red flag.’
‘That’s not it.’
I could lend my strength to that extent. The Red Flag wasn’t that greedy.
‘This way, we will have a chance to recruit… … .’
‘There’s no need to refuse.’
The district heads nodded one by one.
“Okay, but what if he refuses?”
“You refuse… …even though all nine of our guilds are moving?”
“From the very beginning, isn’t it assuming that he wouldn’t have gone up there unscathed and that he’s a violent person?”
“I don’t think that will happen, but if you refuse… … .”
Ermian’s fangs flashed sharply.
“We’ll have to resort to somewhat coercive means. The very act of refusing means that they intend to provoke us… … .”
It was practically a time bomb.
Ermian looked around the district chiefs and spoke quietly.
“If a situation arises where we have to use force, and we can subdue the guy… … our Red Flag would like to recruit him directly.”
In this case, it wasn’t like they were recruiting each other while laughing together.
It was close to the content of proceeding with the contract and forcibly tying you to the guild.
That was the direction that the Harmon Guild was trying to go in from the beginning.
“Of course, I will pay you too. Very generously.”
“Well, as long as the price is certain… … .”
If the nine guilds join forces to subdue Kim Min-woo, the Red Flag’s share will naturally be the largest.
That’s why everyone readily agreed.
It wasn’t a loss as long as I put in some effort and got paid ‘sufficiently’ in return.
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I didn’t think there was anything to put effort into in the first place.
however…….
Kim Min-woo’s reaction when he actually appeared in front of the Harmon Guild was completely different.
“Oh, so you want me to write a contract? I don’t want to.”
The atmosphere upon returning was unusual.
* * *
From 1st to 10th place.
It is said that all nine guilds, except for the second place, Harmon Guild, have united.
The number of guild members who came was well over a thousand.
Perhaps that is why Ermian, who came out as a representative, had a confident attitude.
That didn’t change even after seeing the thousands of undead summoned by Kim Min-woo.
While the undead are all weak, the 10 guild members gathered here are all elite.
The gist of what the confident teenage guild had to say was simple.
You are anxious.
So sign the contract so we can rest assured.
That’s kind of what it was like. To be honest, it wasn’t an attitude that I couldn’t understand.
Aren’t all vested interests like that?
Excluding newcomers and trampling on newbies.
Something like that.
‘I’m not even a chicken or anything.’
I had thoughts of merging the upper guilds, but I had no intention of throwing a punch first without causing a fight.
So at first I tried to accept it.
‘If only it weren’t for the content that had no answer… … .’
To summarize the contents of the contract in one word, it was as follows.
-When facing the nine guilds, the nine guilds have absolute priority.
Whether it’s a quest, a hunt, or a loot, it’s all a sin. How could I possibly sign such an unequal clause? In fact, the one in charge of this contract was none other than the Heavens.
The penalties are enormous.
It means that there is something about which you cannot keep your mouth shut.
[The ‘Murderous’ quest is activated!]
[Content: The district leaders of the top 10 guilds are trying to make a very unfavorable contract with you.]
[Clear Condition: Decline the contract.]
Amteron, who was nearby, also had a rotten face.
This was because the Harmon Guild was completely left out of the contract.
‘Those damn bastards.’
They probably made a promise among themselves. If they made a contract like that, only the Harmon Guild would be in greater danger. The only one Kim Min-woo could run into was the Harmon Guild.
‘These are really f*cking conditions… … .’
Should I make concessions in the overlapping areas with the nine guilds?
The moment he accepts this, Kim Min-woo’s growth will stop completely.
It was also a loss for the Harmon Guild.
You should always have a sense of crisis.
‘What should I do… … .’
Amteron rolled his eyes.
Should I stick to their side right now, or should I take Kim Min-woo’s side?
His calculations were also becoming more complicated.
At that moment, Kim Min-woo raised his head. His gaze turned to the giant werewolf.
“I’m serious?”
“Do you think we came here to tell jokes?”
“That’s why I asked.”
“For reference, there is no amendment to the clause.”
I saw the guy growling with his arms crossed as if he wouldn’t give up even an inch.
It was the same for the other district chiefs behind them.
“What if I refuse?”
“Then we’ll have to fight. You’re always welcome.”
Ermian speaks with a sly smile.
The guy’s attitude was overflowing with confidence.
‘but.’
Even though the Harmon Guild was subdued, it was only with twenty guild members.
But now it was different.
Even the district chiefs, who were known to be good at what they did, numbered nine, while the total number of members was close to a thousand. The reason the conditions were set in this way was probably because they were supported by numbers.
“That’s a good thing. I also had business with another guild.”
“What are you talking about?”
“I’m thinking of merging the guilds. Everyone from 1st to 10th. That’s what I’m saying.”
I looked around at the district leaders standing in front.
“Is there any quick-witted friend who can hold my hand right now?”
A cold silence followed.
I’m thinking of merging the guilds.
In short, it was about coming down and crawling between the legs.
Better a snake’s head than a dragon’s tail.
The district chiefs sneered.
Because it wasn’t worth accepting.
“Are you crazy? Or are you mad?”
“He’s full of confidence.”
Kim Min-woo answered with a shrug.
It seems like you don’t know yet because you didn’t use any skills including curses when fighting the Harmon Guild.
A necromancer’s power comes from war, not combat.
“Hey wolf.”
“… … ?”
“Your eyes are so arrogant, maybe because of the blood? So… … If I kill you, will your brother come running or not?”
“Your eyes are like a wolf’s. I like them. They will go very well with our red flag.”
Ermian clenched his fist.
The gauntlet on his hand glowed blue.
“By the way, Amteron, you don’t plan on meddling, do you?”
“… … .”
Amteron, who had been looking around furtively, took a few steps back.
There was still no trust between Kim Min-woo and him. There was no reason to help the guild of over a thousand teenagers. If they were not careful, even the Harmon guild could be swept away.
However, there was no particular benefit to hitting Kim Min-woo on the back of the head, so I decided to remain neutral.
At least that’s the case so far.
That was when.
Kim Min-woo said, looking at the members of the 10th guild.
“I’m warning you one last time. Those who are going to fall, fall now. You won’t regret it later.”
“Hahaha! You’re really a funny person.”
“Are you very confident?”
“Please make me regret it!”
Although it was a hodgepodge of many races, they had one thing in common.
It’s so confident that he even laughs at it and splits it up.
That’s why choice is important.
If you make one wrong choice, you’ll lose your head.
[Entering combat mode!]
[The Curse of Weakness (S)… … .]
[Curse of Aging (D) +9… … .]
[The Gloves of the Plague Lord… … .]
The Contagious Lord’s gloves spread the curse.
[The Land of Death (S)… … .]
The land is sapped of its life force.
“Curse!”
“Contagion? What the heck is this!”
“Kill him!”
Guild members rushing in with all kinds of buffs.
He summoned a lock in front of him.
[‘Dolsoe’ uses bloodshot!]
The body of this golem turned bright red. A skill that self-destructs by exploding dragon blood.
Before I could even react.
Boohoo!
A red flame rose up.
It was a huge explosion that shook the surrounding ground and split it open.
“Crash!”
Some of the guild members who had been running towards me with their eyes wide open fell down helplessly.
Enormous damage inflicted while defense and maximum health were reduced due to the curse.
[You are receiving ‘murderous’ corrections!]
[Three times the experience… … .]
[Level increases by 10… … .]
The feel-good phrases didn’t end there. Those who died on the Land of the Dead would be resurrected.
All abilities are increased by 50% due to Death Lord.
Guild members who had risen as undead attacked the surrounding area.
“Ugh!”
“what is this!”
The guild members who were taken by surprise fell down helplessly.
Death begets death.
The undead began to call out their numbers endlessly.
‘Oh, my God… … .’
Amteron’s pupils shook greatly.
3 seconds from start of battle.
Before we knew it, fifty out of the thousand guild members had become undead and their numbers were being called out.
Even if the 10th Guild had let their guard down, it was definitely a surprising result.
Only then did Amteron realize.
Why was Kim Min-woo so confident in the union of the 10 guilds?
From the beginning, he didn’t even use half of his power!
He looked at the guild members around him. Then, he hit the vice-guild leader’s head hard with his hand, which was as big as a pot lid.
“What are you staring at, you punk! Our guild leader is fighting!”
“Yes, yes?”
“Bring your extensions and join us! Quickly!”
It’s only when things are ambiguous that you can see things.
Now was not the time to be cautious.
Amteron started to charge with his greatsword in hand.
fantasy,
