Episode 178:
The middle layer of the Abyss.
“Get out of the way!!”
Park Geo-han swung his rare grade ax Manwol strongly.
Suddenly.
The head of the A-class monster ‘Worm Gargoyle’ was suddenly cut off.
For a guy who was infamous in the middle class, it was a meaningless death.
Surprisingly, there were more than ten corpses of such worm gargoyles scattered around.
It was a devastation created by the Hanbit Guild’s raiding party.
And the one that Park Geohan defeated was the last monster in the area.
“Oooooooh!!!”
Park Geo-han raised Manwol while shouting.
“Waaaaaa!!!”
“The best strategy leader!!”
“Everyone follow Captain Gongryang!!!”
Shouts celebrating victory rang out here and there.
There were people who watched it quietly.
They were Jeong Tae-woo, Choi Chi-soo, and Tae-hyun, who was known as Kim Hyun-tae.
“The attack team’s momentum is amazing.”
This was Taehyun’s impression as he watched both the beginning and the end of the battle.
“You can’t believe you corrected that guy like that… It’s all thanks to Secretary General Kim Hyun-tae.”
Choi Chi-soo answered with sincerity.
Even though I was seeing it with my own eyes, I couldn’t believe it.
I never thought the day would come when the self-indulgent Park Geo-han would be respected by people like that.
In particular, Park Geo-han acted like a gentle sheep in front of Tae-hyeon.
It was natural for Jeong Tae-woo and Choi Chi-soo, who were born and raised together, to be surprised.
“What could I have done?”
“ha ha ha. “He is still humble.”
Jeong Tae-woo laughed heartily at Tae-hyun’s words.
Kim Hyeon-tae, the secretary of the Hanbit Guild and a Grade A player.
Taehyun, who hid his identity, was a bundle of luck that rolled into him.
Hanbit Guild was growing rapidly based on the 30 billion won donated by Taehyun.
Administrative work, mine hunting, Abyss exploration, etc.
Guild members from various occupations were recruited, and the guild was now large enough to be considered small or medium-sized.
This happened just two months after Taehyun took over as general manager.
Entered the middle layer of the Abyss for two months.
Jeong Tae-woo and Choi Chi-soo were satisfied with the growth, saying it was ridiculous, but Tae-hyun was feeling frustrated inside.
I would like to make more donations and immediately raise the level to a level where we can explore deep areas.
but.
‘It would be difficult for me to intervene directly.’
The Hanbit Guild was already growing quickly enough.
If Taehyun intervened excessively here, there was no telling what kind of variables would arise in the future.
As general secretary, he procures supplies and acts as a member of the attack team whenever an emergency arises.
This was the Maginot Line that Taehyun was protecting.
‘But at this rate, two years will be enough.’
Currently, Hanbit Guild was ranked 60th in the New Korea Guild Rankings.
From 30th place onwards, competition between guilds became more intense, so from now on, the role of guild leader Jeong Tae-woo was important.
‘Well, this man will take care of himself.’
When Taehyun worked as a porter, Hanbit Guild was a large guild ranked 7th.
Although he joined the guild on Go Tae-wook’s recommendation, the Hanbit guild members he met there had an unrivaled sense of pride and pride.
The leader who instilled ambition and vision in each guild member.
This is because there was an outstanding guild leader named Jeong Tae-woo.
He was ambitious, had a vision, and had enough skills.
Although the guild suffered from financial difficulties in the early stages of its establishment.
That was the reason why it was able to take off after receiving a large amount of investment money.
And the biggest reason why we were able to keep up with the four major guilds.
That’s because Park Geo-han, a key member of the guild, is growing into an SS-rank player.
‘Of course, it’s still a long way off.’
“Anyway, it’s amazing. “The three of you are taking the S-class license test at the same time.”
Taehyun hinted at the guild members collecting the corpses of monsters.
“haha. “Even though he looks like this, he is quite ambitious.”
“An S-class license is required to explore deep areas.”
Jeong Tae-woo and Choi Chi-soo spoke confidently.
They did not want to be looked down upon by Taehyun as the founder and executive of the guild.
‘Where on earth did someone like this suddenly appear?’
Jeong Tae-woo glanced at Tae-hyun.
I entrusted the request to Night Walker, but all I got back was information that was nothing special.
It was the same as what he knew, without a single lie.
“It’s not wrong.”
Taehyun read their thoughts and smiled.
‘If I gain a little more experience, I will easily get the license.’
“By the way, Hyuntae, you are on vacation starting tomorrow.”
“yes. “I apologize for being absent during a busy time for the guild.”
“no. “You have devoted yourself to the guild so far… but I feel like giving you two months of vacation instead of one.”
“thank you. “Then let’s stop here for today and head back.”
Taehyun said and raised his hand towards Park Geohan.
Park Geo-han, who flinched for a moment, then nodded.
“Collection team!! Make sure to move quickly!! “As soon as the work is finished, we will return to the safety zone!!”
The guild members once again shouted at the successful exploration.
Slow but fast.
The Hanbit Guild was growing.
* * *
The night that my job as Kim Hyun-tae ended.
Taehyun crossed the gate to the Abyss alone.
This time, it was his original identity, Kim Tae-hyun, a SS-rank player.
“Just watching the battle is a bad thing.”
Taehyun muttered as he left the desolate safety zone in the depths.
Most of the monsters in the middle layer were B to A grade monsters.
A level where exploration is possible even if you are not yourself.
It was not the place for Taehyun, who was in charge of external affairs, to step forward.
‘Still, it wasn’t without results.’
Taehyun opened the status window.
Name: Taehyun Kim
Age: 20
Grade: S
Strength: 269 Stamina: 268 Speed: 269 Magic: 389 Charisma: 210 Fatigue:
20%
Remaining Magic: 389/389
[Unique Skill]
Predation (S) – Can prey on the desired target. . Magic Power: 100
[General Skill]
Complete Hypnosis (S) – Specifies the opponent and hypnotizes them. Magic Power: 100
Blood Rush (S) – Activates physical abilities. Magic Power: 200
Eyes of a higher species (S) – Sees through the opponent. Magic Power: 10
Apocalypse (S) – Forms an infinite field. Magic Power: 200
Dragon’s Rage (S) – Radiates a spirit strengthened by magic power. Magic Power: 100
Demon Beast (S) – Mimics the body. Magic Power: 200
[Summoning Skill]
Rosaria (S) – Summons Rosaria, the queen of nightmares. Magic Power: 300
Hazard (S) – Summons the Dragon Lord Hazard. Magic Power: 11000
Igmun (S) – Summons Vampire Lord Igmun. Magical power: 7700
Orgal (S) – Summons the demon king Orgal. Magic Power: 8000
Beelzebub (S) – Summons the demon king Beelzebub. Magic Power: 10000
Jormungand (S) – Summons the Demon Sea King Jormungand. Magic Power: 9000
Taehyun wasn’t just playing around for the past two months.
It steadily traveled through the depths and feasted on monsters.
This is because even if you reach Asmodeus, it is meaningless if you cannot overpower him.
‘By the way, my stats aren’t going up very much.’
Most of the guys Taehyun preyed on were S-class monsters.
Now, no matter how much monsters below grade A are feasted on, their abilities do not increase.
There are only a few who have encountered SS-rank monsters.
Even that was a guy that Taehyun wouldn’t have met if he hadn’t used his memories from his past life.
‘Well, even in my past life, SS-rank monsters were one of the hardest to encounter.’
Taehyun checked the status window and quickly moved his feet.
Even if it’s deep.
If you didn’t go deep, there was a high chance of encountering other players.
I ran for an hour, ignoring the numerous monsters around me.
I could see where Taehyun was aiming.
It was an ‘ent cave’ where homunculus ants live in groups.
Homunculus Ents were S-class monsters that formed a powerful force in huge tunnels.
‘The number of individuals discovered was around 500.’
Although numerous parties and raiding parties took on the challenge.
Because the oysters were so complex and numerous, they could not be conquered until they returned.
There was a rumor that a queen lived deep in the cave, and in the industry, she was called the Homunculus Ent Queen.
This guy commands over 500 S-class monsters.
‘The Ent Queen is likely to be SS+ grade.’
That was why Taehyun took a month-long vacation.
“ruler. “Should I try to raise my abilities?”
An Ent cave that has not yet been visited by humans.
Taehyun entered the huge cave.
* * *
Suddenly. Suddenly. Suddenly. Suddenly.
Taehyun’s beloved sword, Valhalla, was swung without stopping.
[Keeeeek.]
Every time that happened, blue liquid got on Valhalla.
It was the blood of a homunculus Ent.
Grumbling.
A blue flame rose in Valhalla.
It’s as if it’s not an S-class monster for nothing.
Their blood contained a fire attribute that could not be easily extinguished.
“It’s really gross.”
Taehyun muttered as he looked at the Homunculus Ents blocking his path.
There are roughly 50 of them, each measuring up to 2 meters in size.
No matter how Taehyun was, it was difficult to catch them while avoiding their blood.
‘It’s a waste of energy as well.’
Taehyun brushed off the blood on Valhalla and stuffed it into his waistband.
Tiring.
[Skill Apocalypse (S) has been activated. Specify the target. Magic consumption is accelerating.]
Silent darkness descended on the Ent cave.
[Keeeeeh?]
[Keeeeeh.]
Those guys noticed something strange and sent signals among themselves.
It was already late.
Sigh. Churrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr.
Kugugugugugung.
Quaaaaaaaaa.
Quad deuk. Quad deuk.
The Ents screamed with an eerie sound.
But it seems that the massacre will not even allow the screams.
It continued without stopping.
* * *
[Strength has increased by 1.]
[Magic power has increased by 1.]
[Speed has increased by 1.]
[Stamina has increased by 1.]
“There are 50 S-rank animals and the total stats are only 4… “It’s tough.”
Taehyun sighed as he looked at the message that appeared before his eyes.
Even if you just sell the magic gems of those who preyed on you, you will collect a huge amount of money.
But what was important right now was not money, but stats.
“Well, money is important too.”
Taehyun took out a magic potion from the backpack he was wearing.
It was the ‘Infinite Backpack Version 2’ commissioned by Alchemist for a large sum of money.
The space inside the infinite backpack was differentiated and it was designed so that the desired potion could be easily taken out.
Magic potion. Healing potion. Fatigue potion. Detox potion.
And even carbonated drinks.
Taehyun moved forward, drinking all kinds of potions like tonics.
By the time I thought that I had already spent 10 hours in Entgul.
[A dirty bug has invaded my territory.]
I heard a voice in my head.
It was imitating a woman’s voice, but it was the language of a monster.
“bingo.”
Taehyun snapped his fingers.
Homunculus Ent Queen.
It was clear that Taehyun was waiting for him.
Quaaaaaaaaa.
The magic power was released from Taehyun’s body.
and.
“It’s the beginning of a game of tag. “It’s a bug.”
Dark red magical power began to travel throughout the cave.
