– Volume 14, Chapter 7,
332 (Side Story). Earth perishing. Lee Tae-yeon (2)
Lee Tae-yeon tried.
She started by tidying up the city. He single-handedly dealt with all the monsters that stayed near their habitat.
After that, the inside of the city was tidied up. We started building by leading people and selecting those with construction experience. Until now, there was no room for monster attacks, but now Lee Taeyeon
was there. After she defeated the monsters, she had time to tidy up her dwelling.
After that, the management of the people who appeared also began. Returning to Earth, he showed hope to those who went mad and kept them from falling into despair. They gave me faith that I could live on Earth.
They had good eyesight and had several survival-related skills to stand guard. She also used the items she had without hesitation.
“Put these one at the end of the area.”
She handed Tae-san four small black stakes.
“What is this?”
“An item that forms a barrier that blocks intruders. If there are enemies breaking through the veil, send a warning.”
Depth was very unique. There were cases where you had to live for months in a jungle overflowing with monsters.
It was an item purchased at a high price for such a situation. Taesan took the stake and drove it to the edge of the territory
.
Weak monsters could not enter because they were blocked by the power of the stakes, and when monsters strong enough to overcome the stakes entered, a loud warning sounded. Thanks to this, people were able to prepare in advance.
Not only Lee Tae-yeon’s individual strength, but also the many items she possessed showed great strength.
As she returned to Earth, several problems were quickly resolved.
“Ohhh!”
“Lee Tae-yeon!”
“If Taeyeon is here!”
People’s eyes toward her grew stronger.
Lee Tae-yeon barely held back the rising nausea and told them.
“I will protect you.”
no.
Actually, I wanted someone to protect me.
I didn’t want to lead people. I didn’t want to take responsibility for their lives.
But she couldn’t say it
.
He always acted wearing a mask of laughter and confidence.
All she could do was scream at her throat when scouting outside the territory alone.
“Ah ah ah …
who was all dead moans, she sat on a broken sofa.
Hearing her voice, a monster broke through the wall and appeared.
[Monster 978 has appeared.]
“Go away.”
Wow!
She swung her arms as she sat on the couch. The three-digit monster that was charging at her turned to mush.
“No…
she bit her lip. The monster that attacked had already disappeared from her mind.
Slowly, acting was also at its limit. If she continued to do so, she would have no choice but to show her weak side to people someday.
You can’t do that.
The object of trust should not be confused
. She always had to be proud and full of confidence. Only then will people have the belief that they can win.
As she struggled to find a way, her eyes caught her eye on a picture hanging on the wall.
The place she entered now was the wreckage of a high-rise building, originally a building that could have been inhabited by wealthy people.
Maybe that’s why I could see decorations and paintings that weren’t damaged yet.
A painting that looks like it was painted by a famous artist.
There was no interest in it, but she dared to take the picture and return to the realm.
“Miss Taeyeon. What is it?”
“Because you look pretty. how is it. Isn’t it wonderful?”
Lee Tae-yeon smiled and held up the picture.
“It’s a world that is perishing, but that’s why these little hobbies are precious. It becomes a ray of hope in an impoverished life.”
“Ohhh…
“That’s right!”
People vigorously nodded.
After that, people started to find their own hobbies. Concrete was carved by hand to make decorations or to draw pictures.
As she said, such trivial hobbies had quite a positive impact on people. The voice calling for Lee Tae-yeon rose again.
Everyone adored her.
Everyone trusted her.
They had no doubt that she would save them.
Only Taesan looked at her blankly and asked.
“Are you okay?”
” what?”
She smiled.
“Isn’t that what I’m supposed to do? It’s not that difficult.”
“…I see.”
Taesan said calmly.
she was nervous Caught? no. She thought she was good at acting. In fact, everyone else believed in her and trusted her.
It’s just that you really care about yourself. Taeyeon thought so.
“I’m going to rest. Call me if you need me.”
“okay.”
Taesan replied.
Returning to her place, Lee Taeyeon buried her face in the pillow.
“Whoa, whoa…
exhale and straighten up. Relieve accumulated fatigue.
” it’s tough.”
she spat out. I turned around and looked at the crack in the sky through the cracked ceiling.
Creepy.
Just looking at it gives me goosebumps. The power contained therein was truly terrifying. She looked away.
‘No one knows.’
Only she knew there was no chance of winning.
The beings beyond the rift are not moving, but someday they will.
But even so.
Taeyeon Lee clenched her fists.
After that, she continued to save people and put on a confident mask.
A year passed like that.
“ah. Mr. Taeyeon.”
A man standing in front of a huge barrier greets Taeyeon brightly. His complexion was good, and his hair was well-groomed and neat.
“Are you going out on patrol? You go out often these days.”
“okay. I’ll be back later.”
“yes. Please come back safely.”
Lee Tae-yeon
came out of their territory while being seen off. Confirming that she was alone, she murmured.
“How did you live well?”
For a year, Lee Taeyeon did her best.
As a result, people’s situation improved considerably. Their territory has expanded and the number of survivors has increased.
The hope of being able to live on people’s faces gradually began to hover.
However, Lee Tae-yeon became more and more anxious.
The power contained in the cracks in the sky
was getting rough as if it would burst at any moment.
The time for something great to descend was drawing near. Her senses, which she had cultivated while clearing the labyrinth, sounded a warning.
“…Let’s go.”
[You activated Breath of the Hidden Mouse.]
[You activated a hidden story no one knew.]
[You activated an invisible shadow.]
Her presence disappears.
Even if it is a guide to sin. Even the head of the team couldn’t detect Lee Tae-yeon now.
Covering her body, she moved on.
He continued his detection by cleaning up all the monsters he encountered along the way.
At the end, she arrived just below the rift.
“It’s been a while here.”
Lee Taeyeon blankly looked up at the crack.
As I approached, I could see more clearly
. The power inside the rift was pulsating like crazy.
w ”
[You activate Contemplative Gaze.]
The field of view expands.
Everything related to the power and law order in things comes into her gaze.
As she stared at the crack, she hesitated.
” uh?”
The crack was widening.
Something started to fall out of the crack.
Koo Goo Goo!
The earth is smashed with a roar. Lee Taeyeon held her breath.
About ten monsters fell from the rift.
There weren’t too many of them. It was a very small number for Lee Tae-yeon, who had defeated tens of thousands of monsters so far.
However, the moment she confirmed the power of the monsters, her whole body froze.
[Monster 3 appeared.]
[Monster 9 appeared.]
[Monster 10 appeared.]
[Monster 43 appeared.]
Two single-digit monsters.
Double-digit monster eight.
It was a monster of a level I had never seen before.
gurgling.
Fraud spreads in all directions. Everything that lives and breathes nearby begins to die.
The monsters seem to have not noticed Lee Tae-yeon and start ignoring her.
Taeyeon couldn’t do anything.
It was only after the monsters disappeared over the horizon that she could barely breathe.
“Heo-eok!”
Sweat runs down his cheeks. The whole body starts to tremble with fear.
“…what. that.”
she barely let out.
It was strong.
In particular, against single-digit monsters, it was difficult to guarantee victory even if she risked her life.
‘no.’
The fear of death overtook her. It was at this moment that she tried to move her body to run away in order to move in the opposite direction of the monsters’ movement.
She realized it belatedly.
The monsters moved to the area where the survivors were gathered.
Thousands of emotions rushed through her mind in an instant.
“…Ah ah ah ah ah!”
She tousled her hair roughly. He kicked his feet with bloodshot eyes.
A small jewel was placed on Lee Taeyeon’s hand.
[You have activated Space Leap at the specified location.]
“Mr. Tae Taeyeon? Didn’t you go scouting
?”
People are surprised by Taeyeon’s sudden appearance. Lee Tae-yeon shakes her head wildly as she robs the jewelry that is breaking.
“…Gather the people. I have something to tell you.”
Lee Tae-yeon called people and said.
Single-digit and double-digit monsters are coming.
He is said to be a monster whose victory is difficult even for himself.
That you have to fight for your life.
After Lee Taeyeon’s words, no one could open their mouths. Everyone froze in silence.
“…Really? Mr. Taeyeon?”
“Then is it fake?”
Lee Taeyeon said sharply. The man who asked cautiously bent down.
“Oh no. Sorry…
Taeyeon pressed her forehead.
I didn’t even have time to act. My heart was beating fast and my breathing was rough.
She barely suppressed her emotions and began to speak.
“…for now, I’ll try to handle it as much as I can. But you can’t stop everything. You have to deal with a couple of double-digit monsters.”
“shit. shit. Damn it,
those who forgot the fear of death after Lee Tae-yeon’s appearance spit out curses.
Taeyeon turned her head.
Taesan calmly looked at her in a situation where everyone was terrified.
She clenched her fists.
“My limit is stopping one single-digit monster. So, Taesan. You block the other one.”
“okay.”
There was no rejection, no irritation, no anger.
Taesan quietly accepted.
After that, the news quickly spread to people. People were terrified, but they took up their weapons and prepared for the coming attack.
Lee Taeyeon was no different. I tried my best to wear a mask and act confidently, but I couldn’t help but feel my fingertips tremble slightly.
She talked to Tae-san to hide the fact.
“I am surprised.”
“what?”
“Because I thought I’d make a complaint.”
Although Taesan was in Easy Mode, he had to deal with a monster that Taeyeon Lee could not guarantee to win.
He is certainly powerful, but his strength was very limited. Depending on how the opponent was, the possibility of dying in vain was sufficient.
However, Taesan spoke calmly.
“Isn’t there anyone else who can do it without me? you’re going to be crazy too Then you should.”
He had thus concluded the fight for his life.
Taeyeon stared blankly at him.
Taishan was strong.
Not just physically, but also mentally.
He was so different from himself.
Uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu…
But before I could get lost in my thoughts, a roar rang from afar. Even here, a tingling energy began to emanate, and people’s faces turned white.
“haha. Here you are.”
Lee Taeyeon smiled and grabbed the sword.
“Then… I’ll see you live.”
she kicked
He clenched his fists while facing the monsters approaching from a distance.
[You activated the blackout blindfold.]
The world changes. The sight of the monsters is distorted and Lee Tae-yeon’s figure expands.
Wow!
They started running toward Lee Tae-yeon, and she licked her dry lips and distanced herself from the territory.
“I didn’t expect to use this skill this way.”
Originally, it was a skill that obscured one’s appearance and twisted the opponent’s movements.
But this time, Lee Taeyeon herself had to be the target. That’s why he covered the city and enlarged his appearance.
Lee Tae-yeon, who had spread enough distance, stopped.
One single digit monster.
And double-digit monsters. six.
she murmured grimly.
“What are you all about?”
why are you torturing me like this
Why are you attacking Earth?
You can just let it live.
We can just leave it to die quietly here.
why. why. why.
[Instant death judgment…]
[You have activated Negative Verdict.]
[Null Judgment!]
She tightened the grip on the sword
.
“If you keep torturing me… just die.”
she grinded her teeth My mind, exhausted by extreme stress, began to focus on anger.
Lee Tae-yeon roughly opened the inventory. I took out the equipment that I had cherished so far.
It was a red staff with no markings.
A red orb was attached to the tip of the staff.
As soon as the wand appeared in the world,
the air heated up. The temperature in a radius of several tens of kilometers instantly rose by several degrees.
Taeyeon Lee raised her cane.
“Fire and search.”
[You have activated the red giant.]
Level up with skill.
