Solo Max-Level Newbie Chapter 260

Episode 260 Seven Deadly Sins (1)

The person who spoke to me by phone was Beriel.

I thought he had gone to see the other apostles because he had been quiet for the past few days.

It seems like he was secretly watching everything from the side.

“It could give you a headache? What do you mean?”

[Humans may not be able to smell it, but there is a stinging stench wafting up to my nose. It’s a pretty dangerous smell.]

If it’s a scent that Beriel can smell.

no way… … ?

“There is a place where the demonic energy flows out? In these ruins?”

[It’s quite far from here. That witch must be up to something. Looking at the mixed smell, it seems like there is someone else besides the witch.]

The Holy Mass in the 7th room, the tomb of the Antichrist, is a place where the devil and demons can appear, one of only three in the tower.

Besides, if they are together… … .

Jinhyuk’s eyes narrowed.

Of all the possibilities, the ones with the highest probability flashed through my mind.

I can roughly guess how things are going.

And how to use this… … .

“Thanks for the advice.”

I never thought the day would come when the devil would be of help as I live.

Thanks to you, I obtained quite useful information.

[Hehe. Don’t like it too much. If a demon with a title were to appear, you wouldn’t be able to handle it at your level.]

“Are you trying to tell me that I’m going to die?”

[That’s right. However, if you become my apostle, you will be able to avoid dying miserably. Accept the contract now, you lowly human. It is not common for me to recommend something this often.]

“Hoo. I guess you’re a pretty smart demon lord too? Seeing you talk so confidently?”

The corners of Jinhyuk’s mouth turned up.

[Of course! Who dares discuss rank in front of me? When it comes to being the strongest in the demon world, this body is what we are talking about. I don’t know what kind of demon a witch is connected to, but she can never summon a demon of a higher rank than me!]

“Oooh!”

Jinhyuk let out an exclamation.

Then Beriel also burst into laughter as if satisfied.

I could see the golden-eyed demon king cackling in the status window.

This guy is handsome enough to look like the male gods in mythology, but why is his behavior so frivolous? … .

[Puhahaha! Have you finally realized just a little bit of my greatness? Then you can see how honored it is to be my apostle. ruler. Come on, make a contract that connects soul to soul… … .]

“no.”

[Huh?]

“I’ll appreciate the information. However, you can’t just tell me this and then tell me about the contract or something. If it’s at this level, I think I’ll have to tell you at least 30 more things before I can think about whether or not to sign a contract. So, do your best in the future.”

Getting a good apostle is usually not difficult.

Especially in these days when recruiting is difficult.

[Now, wait! What on earth do you think this body is… … ! No, from a demonic point of view, this is not mourning, you damn bastard! Even the devil won’t do it like you… … .]

Beriel urgently tried to catch him, but Jinhyuk had already turned off the whisper mode.

Right then.

“I guess you had a conversation with an acquaintance? You seemed quite happy….”

Maria, who had been listening next to her, opened her mouth.

I couldn’t hear what they were saying because of the mute function, but I didn’t miss seeing them smiling all the time.

“Ah. I received an offer to scout. I politely declined, saying I wasn’t interested.”

“If it’s a scouting offer….”

A strange thought crossed Maria’s eyes.

He realized that the one who could ask Jinhyuk to join him was not a guild, but a large force.

“Besides the Empire and the Murim, were there any forces remaining in the middle class that did not make an offer to Mr. Jinhyeok?”

“Um… it’s a little higher than that.”

Higher up.

Maria swallowed her dry saliva.

The story is that the higher-ups are also showing interest in Jinhyeok.

What was even more surprising was that he rejected it with ease.

“As expected… you’re amazing.”

I couldn’t say that Olympus wasn’t interested.

Since the powers at the top are also coveting it, how can they possibly be noticed?

However, if it continues like this, Olympus will gradually lose its position and be forgotten in everyone’s memory.

As if anticipating that feeling, Jinhyeok hinted.

“Gandara and Dangun are not bad options to join, but it will be difficult for everyone to find their own food. Above all, can you fight comfortably while entrusting your back to those who never know when and where they will betray you?”

“……I guess that’s right. It’s a temporary joint raid formed out of conflict of interest.”

Public value, compensation, etc.

It’s just a superficial contract. If I wanted to, it would be reduced to a piece of paper right now.

“So, let’s abandon those people and join hands with me.”

“yes?”

“Me, Yeonhwa, Taemin, and Maria can easily attack this place. Needless to say, there will be more rewards to share.”

“Well, that’s true, but… why did you choose me?”

You can’t say it’s because of the copy conditions here.

Maria also wanted to stab him in the back, but there was a condition that prohibited her from doing so.

And if you compare the experience points and items you can get here with Hellfire… … .

… … Of course, there was only one choice to make.

“There is no other reason. My intuition tells me that I can trust Maria.”

Jinhyuk smiled brightly.

Making all doubts and worries disappear like melting snow.

It was such a warm smile.

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Within the union, another union arose.

Of course, it is a secret alliance that Nirashana and Park Jeong-jin cannot help but know about.

“……So, you and Maria are going to take the route where the scouting party went missing?”

Nirasha asked back as if she couldn’t understand.

“I think so.”

“Really, Maria?”

“Yes. I thought about it and decided. I will follow Jinhyuk.”

Maria nodded slightly.

“The main route we found is lined with many medium-sized monsters, but that’s it. The road is wide and the visibility is good, so there aren’t any variables.”

Park Jeong-jin also frowned and added a word.

It probably doesn’t make sense in common sense.

The main route, which can be broken through with force by taking advantage of many advantages, and the unknown route, which is a shortcut but the scouting party was wiped out.

Considering stability and possibility of success, I had decided which one to choose.

“If you’re feeling uneasy, let’s all go to the place I chose. I can assure you it’s much safer that way.”

“I assure you… Ha. Don’t be funny. We had no choice but to accept you because of the viewers’ attention. It’s not that we trust you. Above all, even without that kind of help, we can easily attack these ruins on our own.”

In short, it means don’t go out carelessly.

“If that’s true. I guess we have no choice but to go our separate ways.”

“I will attach some of my people to your side. This is my decision as the commander of the general engineering team, so I hope you will not take it too harshly. I am doing this to help you as much as possible.”

When Nirasha snapped her fingers, a burly man stepped forward.

Arun.

He was a player belonging to the Gandhara Guild and a ranker who received the mandala directly from Nirasha.

Well said, he’s a helper. In fact, it was no different from the intention to monitor.

However, Jinhyuk still did not lose his smile.

“Help. I will be grateful. I also really needed people to come with me.”

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After a while, the second attack group, separated from the first attack group, arrived at the road guarded by the second apostle.

This is the exact place where the entire scouting party was completely wiped out.

The passage that stretched in a straight line was narrow enough for at most five people to pass through.

‘Is this the right place?’

[Arun activates his unique ability ‘Jingung (振窮) Mandala (曼茶羅)’!]

Wooooow!

A golden mist spread along the entire passageway.

“indeed…….”

A satisfied exclamation flowed from Arun’s mouth.

Thanks to the Mandala’s power to see through the essence of an object, I was able to figure out what trap was lying in this passage.

Passage of silence.

This is a place to talk… … Or, it is a place where there is a curse that causes the subject to fall asleep if the noise due to movement exceeds a certain decibel level.

Naturally, the effect was at the same level as an absolute judgment, so it could not be canceled using unique abilities and skills.

‘Once you are cursed, you will fall asleep for at least a week.’

Because of this, the scouting party sent as an advance party had no choice but to be wiped out on the way.

Probably, there are sleeping guys lying around somewhere in front.

‘It was hard on my body, but I did a good job using my abilities.’

At least the second gate must be shown to be passed in Gandhara.

This relic could receive the same treatment as moving to the next level if certain conditions were met. It was a place that absolutely needed to be cleared.

The fact that it was a place where live broadcasts could be held was also a factor that could not be ignored.

“We will pass through first. Don’t get in our way and stay behind.”

“Are you saying you found a way to get through the trap?”

“Okay. Telling you would only take time, so let us pass through first and then disarm the trap.”

“Well, okay. Just do it.”

Surprisingly, Jinhyeok obediently retreated.

Although he was a little suspicious, Arun didn’t think much about it.

Since the conditions for activating the trap were understood and the opponent had made concessions, there was no reason to argue anything further.

‘The trap will never be dismantled, so just stand there and watch for the rest of your life.’

Jeez.

Arun and the remaining four players confidently stood at the beginning of the passage.

Silencing the sound wasn’t that difficult for them.

Sabak.

The sound of tiny footsteps grazing the ground.

I took a deep breath and heightened my entire body’s senses to the extreme.

The pace is not fast, but we are steadily moving forward, so we will be able to reach the end soon.

‘You just have to keep calm.’

Arun’s face turned red at the fact that his goal was just around the corner.

I was finally able to overcome that stagnant figure and receive Nirasha’s recognition.

But that was right then.

[Bampa, pampa, pampa, pampa, pampa! Please gather all troops at the parade ground by 06:30… … !]

At the starting point, a deafening trumpet sound rang out.

“Ah. Wake-up call…! Sorry. I forgot to put it on mute. Haha.”

Jinhyuk looked embarrassed and quickly turned off the red status window.

The thing I told you not to oversleep in is ringing here.

What should I do because I’m sorry about this?

There is no such thing as a nuisance.

I never thought I would get a loud military-style wake-up call.

“This… it wouldn’t be any good even if I tore it to death…”

Arun trailed off.

Unable to overcome the overwhelming drowsiness, I could no longer maintain my thoughts.

“I’m sorry. At least five people need to fall asleep due to the sleeping curse to pass through here. I will never forget the noble sacrifice you willingly made.”

“Sounds like a sacrifice…”

In blurred vision.

I thought I could see Jinhyuk putting his hands together and apologizing.

To be exact, the pure white teeth visible between the twisted mouth.

Coo!

And that’s it.

It was the last sight Arun remembered.

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