Episode 387 Gatekeeper of the Labyrinth (2)
Salamander.
Lizards, the spirit beasts of fire, are famous for their warlike nature, but among them, Salamanders belonging to the Goinmul Corporation are of a different class.
Grumble!
Red flames fluttering around the corners of the mouth.
The hot fire set the air on fire.
“Kyaoooo!”
Salamander roared harshly.
Fear came over my whole body, as if I had been hit by a dragon’s pier with my bare body.
That’s not a spirit tree.
In the shape of a fire spirit… … It’s a dragon.
At least, it seemed that way in the eyes of the Salamander summoned by the statue of fire.
“Kyao. What is that monster?”
“Are you a high-class spirit beast?”
“I thought we were all the fire spirits that signed a contract here….”
“scared.”
The Salamanders in charge of the test trembled all over.
Since a being that was several times more powerful than them had come out, they couldn’t help but be terrified.
Of course, if the opponent had not been of the same race, he would have rushed in without hesitation.
Because it was the fire spirit’s characteristic to attack at all costs.
However, I couldn’t have guessed that the opponent was a Salamander, a high-ranking species at that.
The fire statue that was tested was also confused.
“W-What? You’re a human who knows how to use spirit beasts?”
“Besides… he’s quite high-ranking, right?”
“A spiritist. I’ve never met one even in the Empire.”
The statues each uttered a word.
Seeing everyone’s surprise, I felt the reward of raising the spirit beasts reliably.
Pat pat pat.
Jinhyuk patted Salamander’s head.
‘Well, I raised these guys with affection and love.’
So is that so?
It seems like the growth is particularly noticeable.
“Master, master, what should I do?”
“I’m taking a test or something right now, and I have to get those guys’ obedience. But, even though I’m a pacifist, I don’t think I’m going to commit violence.”
“Yes, that’s right. Because the owner loves peace.”
“So, try to convince them yourself.”
“Persuasion? Me? What and how?”
“Hey… do I really have to say that with my own mouth?”
“Hey. I’m sorry. I was wrong.”
Salamander raised his small hands and pretended to protect his head.
Anyone who sees it will think you’re really trying to hit me.
“Why? How good is our company’s employee welfare? How well are you being treated? Try teasing me with things like that. It won’t be that difficult to say it because you can just tell it like it is.”
Voluntary appeasement would be the best option.
Jinhyuk planned to pass the test of fire through his compatriot Salamander.
‘If I tell you the truth, my master will kill me. Even if I never die. ‘I can’t tell the truth.’
Sometimes you have to lie to survive.
‘All you have to do is say the exact opposite of the situation I’m in.’
Salamander, who had taken on the great task, stood in front of the gathered spirit beasts.
Everyone’s attention was focused.
“Everyone signed a contract and worked hard to come to a place like this. The conditions are harsh, and they only give you a small amount of delicious fire. Besides, what are the working hours? You work without any breaks, right?”
“How did you know that?”
“Well, if you pretend, you pretend. Let’s see. The terms of the contract say it will be open 24/7. You will have to come out as soon as the contractor wants, day or night. There will be a mountain of other bad things.”
“……!?”
“True… that’s accurate.”
“That was my daily routine yesterday!”
Everyone opened their eyes wide.
Asking how they can accurately understand their difficulties.
“I signed a contract with one of those vicious contractors at first. I had a really hard time at that time. But now, I am completely in heaven.”
Goinmul Corporation is different.
“Then, how well… well… wow. He treats me well. Look, I grew up like this because I ate well and slept well.”
Provides abundant magical power and relaxation. Even the support of reliable colleagues.
If we work together, not only retirement age but also retirement and death are guaranteed.
Seeing the plump belly and shiny sparkles strangely added to the believability.
“You really like it?”
“like that?”
“Can we eat as much as we want and escape from low-level spirits?”
The Salamanders’ eyes shined brightly.
“Ugh! What are you doing now? Don’t forget the contract we made. You are in a contract with our Lord of the Labyrinth!”
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The stone statue of fire screamed again and again, but there was no way such nagging could be heard by the Salamanders who had already turned their eyes.
“I, nanana! I want to go!”
“Me first!”
“I’m going to get rid of this contract right away!”
The spirit beasts, everyone and everyone, cried out for surrender.
[Received recognition from the fire spirits.]
[Many Salamanders have a high affinity for you.]
[Passed the ‘test by fire’.]
“Okay. That’s pretty easy.”
Jinhyuk smiled brightly.
Thanks to my usual good behavior, things went really easily.
“In vain like this….”
“Pretty good.”
“It’s okay. I just passed the first gate anyway. I’ll finish it on my own. There won’t be any luck this time.”
A stone statue of water came out.
Wooooow!
This time, more water spirits appeared along with the swirling spray.
They are a higher-ranking species with greater and more powerful magical power than the Salamanders.
“Hehe! Water and fire are opposites to each other. No matter how much I try to speak my mind this time, it won’t be of any use.”
Clearly, the presence of a spiritist among those taking the test was an unexpected variable.
But that’s just it.
Even if you are a medium or higher level spirit beast, you will not be able to stand in front of opposing spirit beasts.
“I’ll finish it right away, you human brat.”
The water statue had a fishy smile on its face.
And that expectation… … .
“Undine. Come out.”
… … I was shattered by the words that followed.
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Among tamers, only a very small number of people can advance to the rank of elementalist.
Talented people gathered together and so-called geniuses showed off their worth… … .
The number of people who could advance to the Spirit Temple was less than a handful of sand.
In fact, even those who lived in the tower for a long time were less than 100 people who lived as spiritists.
And even among the best spirit beasts, only a very small number of people could contract with two medium-level or higher spirit beasts at the same time.
More than three were so few that they were left in history.
however.
What on earth is that absurd guy?
A whopping five spirit beasts.
They are monsters that are all middle-level or higher.
Because of this, all the spirit beasts that had worked so hard to prepare for the test were taken over by the other party.
“W-what… this is ridiculous…”
“I never thought there would be someone who could hold the spirit water of all five elements.”
“He’s not a god… he’s at least a ranker who can be found in the upper echelons.”
The statues muttered in disbelief.
“I think I’ve roughly passed all the tests now, so how about passing the resistance stones?”
Jinhyuk snapped his fingers.
“……Yes. Since you passed the test, you are eligible to have this.”
Tuk.
Toouk.
The large resistance stones hanging around the statue’s neck were pulled out.
good.
With this, you have met the minimum conditions to get to the boss.
As a bonus, I got my hands on a bunch of reliable little spirit beasts.
‘I’ve already concluded the contract with the stigma of love, so I won’t be able to quit even if I want to.’
Seeing these smiling faces pricks my conscience a little, but what can I do?
The world is about those who are eaten and those who are eaten. There are only two?
‘I learned through this opportunity how dangerous it is to put a stamp on a contract, so it was a bargain for the tuition fee.’
cancer. This is to show the growing sprouts what the bitter taste of society is like.
This means that there is absolutely no exploitation.
Before Jinhyuk left, he suddenly stopped on the spot.
“Oh. That’s right. I almost forgot.”
“What do you mean, I forgot?”
“If we continue like this, aren’t you going to rush over and report that all the resistance stones have been stolen by the owner of the labyrinth?”
“what……?”
“That’s right. I’m going to tell you all the information here, but do I really have to take that risk?”
It is best to reduce risk.
If there are no witnesses, you don’t have to worry about useless words leaking out.
“Are you sure you’re going to kill us?”
“Unholy! We are beings protected by the system. Just like the administrator, we are the laws that control the labyrinth!”
“Besides. That kind of weapon is useless.”
okay. I guess so.
Barnard cannot harm them.
then… … .
Sigh.
The space split, and a huge sword of enormous size came out.
Balmung.
The relic that cut down the dragon was revealed.
“I’m sorry, but secrecy is the rule for this raid.”
The amount of manpower required to handle this may be considerable, but handling this matter is a priority.
“I have no personal grudges.”
Just do what is necessary to climb the tower.
Jinhyeok held the great sword with both hands and raised it high.
“Ugh!”
“Huh, stop!”
The statues screamed.
However, Balmung struck down without mercy and smashed the heads of the statues entirely.
With debris flying in all directions.
Jinhyuk brushed the dust off his face with an expressionless face.
As if he was pledging to use any means possible to achieve his goal.
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Gurgling… … .
In a place where golden spring water flowed like a waterfall, there was a huge performance stage reminiscent of a training center.
and.
“Huh!”
There was a man swinging a huge spear above him… … .
It was the boss monster who was the owner of the labyrinth.
Buuuuung!
A flashing spear blade cut through the space.
The deteriorated gas still remained in the air, showing the trajectory of the window.
bang! Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak!
Scars along floors made of laparosite.
Even at a glance, the weight seemed enormous, but the skill in handling the spear like a pinwheel seemed to have reached the level of a god.
How much time has passed like that?
Finally, the spear stopped moving.
“You look great as always. I just watched you without realizing how time passed.”
Clap clap clap.
What appeared with the sound of applause was a beautiful-looking elf.
‘Sherry’, one of the mid-level managers.
Although he is a wood elf who loves nature, at this moment he is merely a proxy conveying the above words.
“I didn’t even know you came because I was trying to soothe my itchy body. I’m sorry.”
“Thanks to the traps, intruders couldn’t even think of coming here… But it looks like you don’t miss training even for a day.”
“Yes. It’s been so long since I tasted blood thanks to that guy’s strong defenses. If only he had cleared the way to me, I wouldn’t have had to be so bored… Tsk!”
The large man clicked his tongue.
Deep speculation rising from all over.
When was the last time you fought in person?
I felt like I was going crazy because I missed the bloody battles where people risked their lives.
At those words, Sherry opened her mouth as if she had been waiting.
“That’s why I came here. In fact, it seems like intruders have come this time that are hard to stop even with traps.”
“Hoo? Are you strong?”
“It’s strong.”
“……That sounds fun.”
The man’s mouth was torn open.
If Sherry, who is famous for being strict, approves it, there is no need to disappoint.
Finally, the opportunity to enjoy a proper fight has arrived.
Coo!
The window drew a large semicircle.
“It may not be at the level of the Great General of the Five Tigers, but I hope it is at the level where the rust on my spear comes off.”
Labyrinth owner ‘Yeopo Bongseon’.
One of the tower’s ‘heroes’ grabbed Bang Cheongeuk.
“Wake up all the lieutenants. We will prepare to receive guests.”
“Yes, General.”
The shadows around the training ground moved all at once.
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