Episode 177 Living everyday life
“What is that hand?”
Mayrena opened her eyes wide.
What is it?
“If you suspect the leader of a faction, you must pay compensation accordingly.”
“Bo, do you want me to compensate you?”
“We have to pay for psychological treatment due to the verbal abuse and receive treatment for PTSD from our spirits. Oh, I guess I’ll be charged with defamation and insult as well. “I believe you are aware of the specificity and proven performance.”
“P, PT… … specific… … castle? “What does it all mean?”
“In this world, I committed a sin so great that it destroyed the three clans… … Well, this is what it means.”
“That can’t be… … .”
Mayrena’s mouth opened wide.
It’s as if he didn’t know that what happened just a moment ago was that serious. An earthquake occurred in the pupil.
good.
Of course, when trying to sway someone, it’s best to use a lot of complicated jargon.
To be honest, even if I did it, I don’t really know what I’m talking about, but the other person would be surprised.
Jinhyuk continued speaking quickly.
“but! But that doesn’t mean I’m going to uproot one of the pillars of the spirit world. Just give me the ‘blessing of water’ and I’ll move on.”
‘Blessing of Water’.
It is a skill that only some of the water spirit beasts can use, and when blessed, the growth speed of the summoned beast increases by 10%.
‘The deadline is for a week, and it only applies to one of the summons you have, but it’s still not bad.’
Anyway, the build-up had to focus on sweet potatoes rather than the spirit beasts of the five elements.
“Is that okay?”
“Normally I can’t, but I think I can get past this especially this time. Even the hurt spirits seem to have relaxed a little. “Is that right, guys?”
“eww… … huh. huh!”
“Mo, I feel like my body and mind are getting warmer.”
“I feel like all my wounds are healing.”
The spirit beasts of the five major elements nodded mechanically.
“All right. It’s not a very difficult requirement… … I think I can do at least that much as an apology. Sorry for doubting you again. “Player Kang Jin-hyuk.”
[Mayrena uses the unique ability ‘Water Blessing’.]
[When applying the received blessing to a summon, growth speed increases by 10% for one week.]
A gem shaped like a water drop fell on the palm of my hand.
This is one of the blessings that only upper-middle level spirit beasts can use.
“thank you. sir. “The deposit was made correctly.”
Now finally… … .
Jinhyuk walked slowly.
The Empire’s Chancellor ‘Alfred’ was seen standing among the tables crowded with players and residents.
They seem to be very busy selecting the next best talent.
It was almost pitiful to see him sweating profusely through his beard.
Jinhyuk walked closer to Alfred.
And then, as if passing by, he whispered.
“… … .”
It’s so quiet that you can’t hear it unless you’re nearby.
OK.
“… … omg?”
A sound of air leaving Alfred’s mouth was heard.
The rapidly dilating pupils were filled with feelings of astonishment and fear.
It should never come out.
This is because secrets known only to a very few people within the empire were leaked.
I tried to grab the other person and interrogate him right away.
“Now, wait a minute… … !”
However, Alfred’s hand was crossing the air helplessly.
Jinhyuk had already disappeared like smoke.
He left behind the words, ‘I will visit the Empire in a week.’
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When I came out of the tower, the sunset was coloring the whole world red.
Unlike the frantic fighting just moments ago, this world was very peaceful.
With office workers leaving work… … .
… … Images of people laughing and talking passed by.
“Everyone looks peaceful.”
Ellis, who had already taken off her mask, came and stood next to Jinhyuk.
Then I glanced at Jinhyuk.
“Do these people know? “The fact that the daily life we are currently maintaining can be shattered at any time?”
If the next level of the tower cannot be conquered within 90 days, humanity will perish.
If an outbreak occurs, the city with its gates open will turn into a living hell overnight.
That was a reality that could come at any time after the Tower of Trials appeared.
“If I don’t fail, that won’t happen.”
“You are confident. Well, that’s your charm.”
“Don’t talk nonsense and just follow me. “If I keep doing this, I’ll make other kids wait too long.”
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Cheon Yu-seong and Teresa had already gone to the meeting place. Taemin Lee and Yoo Yeon-hwa are also planning to come after a long time, so it would be best to hurry up as much as possible.
however.
“It’s not nonsense.”
Ellis’ voice was colder than usual.
The eyes were also looking directly at Jinhyuk.
“You may seem terribly selfish, but in fact your actions are always designed to save more lives of your kind.”
Punish the evildoers and save the innocent.
The means and methods are different, but the main premise has not changed.
The reason he worked so hard to become stronger was ultimately to prevent the destruction of humanity.
“In fact, turning all of the competitors around him into enemies and assuming the role of being the lone target for their arrows may be based on the calculation that he does not want to cause harm to others.”
“I think I’m interpreting it too broadly… … “I’m just paying back what I’ve suffered from people I don’t like.”
“well. At least not in my opinion.”
“Have you learned how to show interest? So what do you want to say?”
“I’m giving you advice.”
Ellis shrugged.
“No one can control every situation. “The day will come when you too will have to make a choice that is too difficult to bear.”
Even wise men make foolish choices.
Even saints make decisions that lead them down the path to ruin.
It’s a natural thing.
Because there is no such thing as a flawless being other than God.
“I know it’s reckless.”
“I don’t hate that type of personality either.”
Ellis wasn’t blaming Jinhyuk right now.
It wasn’t even about reprimanding me for doing something I couldn’t handle.
only.
“Try to trust the people around you a little more.”
I wanted to be of strength.
Because I knew how lonely it was to sit on the throne alone.
“The crown is surprisingly heavy.”
As the head of the family who protected the family from numerous enemies.
As a contractor who has signed an oath.
I just want to share that burden.
“mosquito!”
The sweet potato, which had been curled up, also opened its eyes.
When I saw it vigorously wagging its tail, I definitely felt my heart being touched.
‘A colleague… … .’
Jinhyuk thought over those words in his mind.
Life in the past was one where everyone who approached you had interests and could turn into an enemy at any time.
To climb the tower, you must trust no one. He only had to take care of himself.
It was natural, it was the only way.
‘okay. ‘This is what it felt like.’
There are people with whom you can have your back and share your joys and pains with.
maybe… … The people waiting for them at the meeting point are probably beings who can be called colleagues, like Ellis and Goguma.
“therefore. “I spoke at length, but in the end, didn’t you just ask me to buy you something delicious later?”
“If a person speaks seriously, please take it calmly in times like this.”
“It’s probably a vampire, not a human.”
Now, it’s about to lose its own identity.
“So, are you saying it’s because it’s a one-course meal with cheese dakgalbi sprinkled with seaweed powder and a drizzle of sesame oil and fried rice?”
“Of course it’s because of that… … No. hey!”
“also… … . “They say appetite can make even vampires dance.”
Jinhyuk clicked his tongue.
Then Ellis, whose face turned red, lost all sense of reason.
“Do you really want to be xxxed and then be xxxed? Do you want to catch me today? “I did it in moderation, but if I wanted to, I would have done it to a great extent!”
Still, when we first met, he had a somewhat solemn atmosphere that could be described as ‘noble’ as an adjective.
Now it has become so bad that even gangsters in the slums cry.
‘… … It’s not because of me, is it?’
no way. No way.
Probably not.
maybe… … .
Jinhyuk felt an unknown sense of responsibility and headed to the meeting place.
And Ellis, who kept yelling, followed.
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About an hour later. Jinhyuk and Ellis arrived at the agreed upon location.
Even though it was a weekday evening, the streets of Myeongdong were crowded with people.
The two went into a Chinese restaurant known as a famous restaurant in Myeong-dong.
Already inside were Teresa, Cheon Yu-seong, Lee Tae-min, Yeon-hwa Yeon-hwa, and Kim Hee-woong, who had entrusted the Black Crow Guild.
“Oppa, it’s here!”
“brother! You are here! oh. Mr. Ellis is also here.”
Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min welcomed us.
Well, since the two weren’t invited to the prom, it will feel like they haven’t seen each other in a long time.
That made me even more happy.
“Jinhyuk. “Thank you for your hard work.”
“Suffering… … . “What kind of trouble does this guy have to go through after committing a lot of fraud?”
Teresa and Cheon Yu-seong also greeted each other in their own ways.
This time, he came quietly and tried to be nice to me, but he always added something strange.
“Representative, are you here?”
Lastly, Kim Hee-woong also bowed his head politely.
Come to think of it, the Black Crow Guild also needs some management… … .
Last time I heard, I heard that there were a lot of new people, and it seemed like that was true.
Because the dark circles under Kim Hee-woong’s eyes were no joke.
“It looks like you’re having a lot of trouble. “I’m sorry I couldn’t pay attention to you personally because I was busy.”
“no. The CEO is grateful just for being there. Thanks to you, I was able to establish myself and grow the guild.”
Kim Hee-woong bowed his head with sincerity.
Instead of being recognized for what I did by Shin Geon-su, the former guild leader, I was exploited, so I was able to live in gratitude every day just for being able to be in this place.
After the brief greetings were exchanged, the full-fledged after-party began.
The snacks were beef noodle (牛肉麵) with thick meat and hand-made noodles, which is the restaurant’s best dish, and Kwabarow, which had excellent crunchiness.
When we added Soryongpo and Kaoliangju to it, a pretty nice table was completed.
“Oh oh. “It’s a dish full of elegance.”
Ellis let out an exclamation.
These days, Ellis, who is obsessed with modern food, is enjoying her hobby of enjoying various foods from Korea, China, and Japan.
“It’s been a lot of hard work to keep up with a lowly contractor, but I guess I’ve finally been rewarded for my hard work.”
“what? “Are you messing with me?”
“okay. If it weren’t for the ‘Blood Road’, you wouldn’t have achieved your desired goal. “I don’t know how you used the abilities of this noble body, but I’ll ask you about it after eating.”
Ellis raised his head high.
It is raised so high that only the neck is visible.
Hmm.
This probably won’t work.
I really need to change my habits for the first time in a while.
Jinhyuk quietly placed the prepared food on the table.
Alice, who had been tinkering with various things for a while, suddenly discovered the food that Jinhyeok had put on it.
“What is this gray-colored, soft-looking food?”
“It’s called stinky tofu. “It’s the food that famous BJs go crazy over trying to get everyone to eat it.”
Although I omitted the word “for punishment,” it is true that it is very popular.
There was a rush to get it as quickly as possible through express delivery by plane.
“Hoo. “Is it such a famous food?”
“huh. Also, this is mint chocolate bought from Vera. It’s my favorite dessert. If you eat stinky tofu and then take a bite of mint chocolate, wow. “I will never be able to eat any other food again.”
maybe… … Forever.
The corners of Jinhyuk’s mouth turned up.
At the same time, Ellis’ eyes sparkled and she grabbed her spoon.
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