Chapter 425: Table Head
Maybe it’s because we were convinced that we could be of help to each other. I was able to get a lot of information through the conversation with Kim Seon-hye.
There were also small stories, but to summarize the big things…
“About 26 top hunters are currently remaining. I guess it’s been around 14 years since I was locked up.”
“Yes, a long time.”
14 years. It is by no means a short time. It wasn’t the total length of the climb, but only the time spent confined to the 79th floor.
As I spent a long time, various problems arose.
“It was the first time, and it was an atmosphere where we all wanted to win together, but not now. Survival was what mattered to us. Is it selfish or obstinate?”
“I understand. I don’t know if it’s for a moment, but I’ve endured until now, but I can’t go out even if I come.”
I think it’s because the time I’ve spent so far is a waste.
one more there.
‘These are mostly people who came in in the early days. In other words, he thought that dying in the tower was a real death and climbed.’
infancy. So, those who came in before the early hunters like the current large guild leaders came out.
Now, it is taken for granted that if you die in the tower and consume all the coins, you will go out of the tower, but at the time, that would not have been the case.
I have been climbing with the mindset that ‘death in the tower is real death’.
I must have been careful and careful again, thirsting for survival with a serious attitude. This is the reason why I couldn’t climb higher than the time I entered the tower.
“I know going out is a way. Because we also understand with our heads. But you know what? If you stay in the tower this long, does it make you more afraid of the outside?”
“What are you talking about?”
“Why are you like that? A person who has been imprisoned for decades and is released from prison cannot adapt to society and goes back to prison.”
Tied to a tree, Kim Seon-hye, who was spraining her ankle, looked down at the floor.
“I have been in a very different environment from society for a long time. What is the outside like? Is the image I knew right? It’s unfamiliar and scary. Everyone who has been in the tower for a long time is like that.”
“That’s why you endured more.”
“Isn’t it funny? You guys say yes, go up as high as you can and go outside and live with a smile. We, who have risen higher than those people, don’t think so.”
More realistic reasons than you think.
Right now, I’ve been in the tower for less than a year at most. By external standards, less than half a year.
Hasn’t much changed in that short period of time? Check the surroundings, measure the enemy, and be wary of the opponent.
Demons, angels, beasts, fairies, and other non-human species were taken for granted, and they did not hesitate to kill them if necessary.
I don’t already exist in modern society. There are things that have changed since the world went crazy, but this is a different story of determination.
Even if they weren’t the ones who came in from the beginning, wouldn’t they have similar thoughts to them after living in the tower for several years?
Especially from the 70th floor, mental stress explodes. As chapters pass, memories of a few days at the shortest and a few years at the longest are created.
In terms of experience, the period of being isolated from the outside world increases dramatically.
It’s me, thanks to mental protection, there’s no problem. The members are also climbing quickly, so there will be less pressure, but these people…
‘The situation is worse.’
wiped the face
Top hunters who are afraid to go outside.
Even if you use up all your coins and go outside, there is a high chance of getting into an accident, and if you continue to stay here, there is a possibility that you will become a target for the worshipers of the tower.
Why…..
‘It’s different from the worshipers, but I don’t want to get out of the tower.’
From the point of view of worshipers, isn’t it something they want to seduce?
They even climbed to the 79th floor. If, by any chance, they become worshipers and go out…
‘That’s the worst possible outcome.’
decided.
“I have to take everyone here and go upstairs.”
“ok?”
“I will put it in a safe zone for now and set up an institution outside where you guys can adapt. That way you guys don’t go out and do stupid things.”
“Poop!”
Smile?
I’ve been thinking about it with my brain, but I’m ungrateful.
When I was contemplating whether or not to grab the collar, Kim Seon-hye looked at me.
“you can do it? I’ll do anything if I can, really.”
I’ll never be able to do it, but even if it’s a word, I’m grateful.
weird. Why do people react badly when I speak with sincerity? It seems like you always say the right thing.
Okay, if it comes out like this…
“Can you write it as a contract instead of just talking about it?”
I took out the contract from my inventory and held it out.
The same thing I used when I got the wish ticket from Lick the other day.
I was a little surprised, but that was for a while.
“As you can see, I’m tied up and can’t sign an autograph?”
“I will release you. It will move slowly.”
Took.
I removed the chains that bound him.
I felt sore, so I warmed up and signed right away. It was half a joke, but let’s do this.
[The contract is activated when the conditions are met.]
There is also a system official, so the effect should be certain.
It’s been a long time since I’ve been on a quest. It’s nice.
There is no aggressive reaction, as if a little trust was built through honest conversation.
“Remember that tying people down is a bad taste.”
“Just think about it. Let’s go when everything is said. I need to finish the urgent first.”
How to move when you’re done thinking.
He nods his head as he gestures for guidance.
– Dig!
Because he is a high-ranking hunter, he moves quickly. I don’t think I’ll have to worry about getting caught.
“Didn’t you say you’ve been out of the crowd for a while?”
“About two weeks? Even if there was, there was nothing to eat, and everyone came out because their nerves were sharp.”
“You don’t know the current situation very well.”
“Has there been a big difference?”
“Hey, since I and the other guys are here.”
Maybe it’s because it’s in the realm of monsters, so it seems that you don’t know the situation here.
Hey, if you knew, you would have joined us. I have no reason to be here.
‘wait for a sec.’
So why are they in the realm of monsters? Anywhere would be more convenient.
“Let me ask you one thing. why are you here The situation is not good either.”
“Ah, we finished the chapter. I am staying here because the conditions are not met. Should I say the system put it this way?”
“So you can’t come out of the realm?”
“It’s not like that, but there are restrictions. There is a crystal that controls monsters inside, so the area is rather safe.”
Was there such a thing as a fix?
“But if a certain number of people leave the given area, we can’t control it. From then on, the monsters run rampant.”
“You mean to stay inside, actually.”
“right.”
I thought it might not be a goddamn tower, so I thought I had a device like this.
There are unexpected variables, but the work to do is the same.
Currently, the biggest problem for top hunters is food.
I used up all the points I had because I had been here for a long time.
It was a natural result because even if you stay still, you will be hungry and the climber will get food from the shop window.
It is said that those belonging to the top group receive support and are distributing food, but the number is remarkably small…
“Didn’t it be Kim Jo-gyun who is supplying food right now? Rookie group.”
“That’s right, if it wasn’t for him, a few people would have left a long time ago. Even that is not enough.”
I don’t know if there was a systemic intervention or not, but there was a limit to the support from the upper group.
If it’s the top you’ve been through, you’ll still be there.
From the top’s point of view, those who should have been eliminated long ago are enduring with support.
‘It might be easier to clear than I thought?’
Food is what I can solve, and I use that as an opportunity to ask for the cooperation of the top hunters.
There is also Kim Jo-gyun, who has a connection with the magma fairy, so he will come out more cooperatively.
It won’t be of much help right now due to malnutrition and poor physical condition, but if we take a little time to recover, it will be of great help to us.
Yes, I had a hard time, but it’s time to go a little easier.
“Hehehehe.”
Laughter flows out without me knowing.
“Wow, you laugh like a villain.”
“shut up.”
* * *
The realm of deep-seated monsters.
It was a place where neither devils nor angels could enter as powerful monsters were densely located, but it was different now.
“Why are the worshippers here!”
“Have these guys ever been here before?”
“No!”
A place where top hunters gather. It was a place with a red crystal that could control monsters, and it was the only safe place in the realm of monsters, but that was only a story when targeting monsters.
Worshipers are not affected by red crystals. Those guys decided to enter.
“Whoa. Are you going to fight more climbers?”
There are only 8 top hunters who have been attacked by them.
They bravely attacked those who came in without a hitch, but the results were not good.
The good news is that he is still breathing.
aww The top hunters gritted their teeth.
silver rank. Among them, there are three people with the highest rank and about 100 subordinates.
On the other hand, there were only 26 top hunters.
It was fine though. Although it was difficult, it was not impossible at all.
Assuming that it is in normal condition.
–
The sound of hunger rang out without asking anyone.
Because he couldn’t eat a proper meal, his overall condition deteriorated, and his fighting ability also deteriorated as he had nothing to deal with monsters.
Hunters with strong stamina were bound to suffer from malnutrition if they starved like they were eating a meal.
Is that all? He sold even the items he had to somehow earn points, and his armament was poor.
Half of them are carrying only one weapon without any armor.
Kim Jo-kyun, who was standing in the center of the top hunters, frowned.
‘The fact that he came in after arranging all the monsters around him means that he brought only the elite. I’ll go back.’
He was usually light-hearted, but now he had no choice but to be serious.
The only manpower that could fight properly was about three people, including himself. The rest is all I can do at best.
‘I wonder if I’ll be able to live now, but at this timing.’
aww teeth are grinding
I was in contact with the magma fairy, but they suddenly attacked and lost contact.
Although he barely said the word red crystal, it is not possible that he understood.
Everyone stagnant here knew this information, but there was a high possibility that those who went up to the 80th floor immediately or had just climbed did not know what the red crystal was.
Should we persevere with uncertain hope? The moment the trouble deepens.
“Who has the red crystal?”
Dehail, who leads the demons, looked at the top hunters and asked.
“Do you think we’ll give it to you worshippers?”
“I have to. Otherwise, you will die.”
At Jogyun Kim’s words, Pel, the leader of the group of angels, smiled.
obvious hostility.
No matter what anyone said, those gathered here were strong people who reached the 79th floor on their own.
Those who fight if they have to fight.
Her cheeks were slender, but her eyes were fierce, and her posture was firm despite her bony body.
‘When I go, I kill as much as possible even if I go.’
‘How have I endured so far! Let’s see, bastards!’
‘I have to take the head over there. Even if it’s unfair, I can’t just be beaten.’
The obsession with survival was already like a conviction.
A few of his worshipers backed away due to his rising life.
“Oh, of course, I’m not just asking for it. Do not misunderstand. Because we want to be good to each other.”
Trahal, the representative from Purgatory, stepped forward.
“Don’t bullshit. I don’t think it’s something to attack.”
“Because the newcomers this time are very awkward. Hand over the red crystal and join us. I’ll let you go upstairs.”
“You mean to become a worshiper?”
Top hunters also know about worshipers. Because I have been directly or indirectly disturbed.
Of course, the perception had to be bad.
“Then how long will you rot here? Become a worshiper. We do not spare food or support. 80th floor? It is possible to climb beyond it.”
mate.
As Trahal claps, the demons waiting behind the table come out.
Tables were piled high with food, followed by a procession carrying large boxes of all sorts of equipment and artifacts.
Truly treasures. Flashing items and appetizing smells of food.
The top hunters had no choice but to drool against their will.
-Chaoap
Trahal rips off a large piece of meat, chews it, and swallows it.
People’s eyes are directed to his mouth.
“Is there anything to worry about? Accepting the offer will give you food and equipment and the power to climb higher. After that, you can live eternal life in the tower. On the other hand, what if you refuse?”
-Kwazik
The dagger he was holding stuck to the table.
“There is only death.”
either way.
The eyes of the top hunters who were pushed to the limit shook.
14 years at the longest. Those who couldn’t get out of the 79th floor.
hunger. Climb. freedom.
It can be solved with just one choice.
“Everybody, wake up! There are people to help us! He’ll be back here soon!”
Kim Jo-kyun, realizing that the situation was not going well, shouted.
I wasn’t sure myself, but I felt like if I didn’t do this, everyone would make the wrong choice.
Trahal laughed as if he was being ridiculous.
“Do you believe that? I know. They might even know you are here. So…”
-A rustling
noise.
Trahal stopped talking at the smell of food.
In the silence, everyone’s eyes turned to one place.
“Ah, it was all there. I didn’t know what they would like, so I brought them all… What kind of worshipers are there?
Evileye carrying a large basket of food and Kim Seon-hye munching on meat with their mouths full appeared.
