Episode 528. 33rd floor, ‘Refloor’, the city of magical engineering (2)
A halfling grunting while carrying a bag that was well over twice his size.
“This… This is really good, but if you buy it just once…”
He works hard to appeal in his own way, but anyone can see that he is clumsy.
Unlike stores with fancy showcases, carrying various items with Jung-gu heating was a negative factor.
In fact, most of the players who arrived at the beginning of the 33rd floor did not even pay attention to halfling items.
He didn’t want to give the only chance for a one-time linked quest to a poor bundler.
Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min also conceived an operation based on the information they had gathered diligently.
“Hyung, if you look here, they say that the studio in Area A gives you a lot of big quests.”
“Area C, where the Alchemy School is located, isn’t bad either. Statistically, 26% of players who received A-rank or higher quests said they did it here.”
Top-secret information obtained through Yoo Chun-young, Yoo Yeon-hwa’s grandfather.
Even this was obtained by investing huge amounts of money and personal connections.
Thank you for trying to be of any help.
However, Jinhyuk smiled and walked forward.
“Uh…?”
“brother?”
The two opened rabbit eyes.
It’s a bonus to make a face that says, “I don’t think so…”
That’s right.
In fact, in the early stages of entering the 33rd floor, due to the clichés that appear in Starlight Sculptor and numerous other movies and novels, there were many cases where a request was made to a seemingly insignificant resident.
It’s because of the hope that I might be able to get a chance.
But the reality is not so easy.
Hundreds of thousands of players who were aiming for bundled goods or street stalls all had to drink the bitter gossip.
Since then, the number of people who challenged in hopes of winning the lottery has drastically decreased.
In recent years, people have only been looking for places with a high possibility.
In the midst of that, I can’t help but think that what Jinhyeok is trying to do is completely crazy.
“You look great there. A drastic bleeding service that gives you another if you buy one of these… No, if you buy one, I’ll give you half the price for all future purchases…” ”
Yes. I will live with one.”
“ha. That’s not going to work either… Huh?”
Jinhyeok’s words made the halfling look even more surprised.
“Really?”
“It doesn’t matter if it’s offensive or defensive, but I need a ring related to the fire attribute. I want it to be at least grade B or higher in purity.”
“Of course there is! Of course not!”
The halfling hurriedly put down the backpack and took out what was inside.
Various crystal spheres and various magic engineering items of unique shapes began to pour like a mountain.
‘It’s a backpack with a lightweight and subspace effect.’
Judging by the amount that comes out, it must be a backpack that has put a lot of effort into it, unlike its appearance.
The same was true of the ruby ring with its delicate craftsmanship.
“Uh… are you awake? The price is 200,000 coins, but how can I get to 150,000 coins by taking out as much as I can. With this, there is really nothing left. lol.”
If it is 150,000, it is true that the original price remains similar.
But the important thing is not the price of the ring.
The key is the type of linked quest that occurs at the same time as paying the coin.
“brother. Is this really right?”
“Brother, let’s think about it one more time. Looking at it, if it’s the fire attribute ring from the bundle award, it’s best to hunt down the Fire Golem or the Lizard King at best, right?”
Lee Tae-min and Yoo Yeon-hwa tried to stop Jin-hyeok.
Since they had already been partying before coming to the 33rd floor, if Jinhyeok, the party leader, accepted, everyone else was destined to receive the same quest.
“Hey. Since when did everyone think about it so much? Don’t you remember the way we used to do it?”
Always spontaneous when challenging an unknown staircase or quest.
It was a daily routine to choose what the mind went to and bump into it with the body.
“i know. I know hyung…”
“This isn’t a game, it’s reality.”
“It has nothing to do with reality. It’s not like we’ve changed.”
Even if time has passed. Even if conditions change.
Climbing the tower is still the same person.
Jinhyeok lightly accepted the words of the two with a mischievous face.
“ha. there’s nothing we can do. sister. stop giving up.”
“I know. Jinhyeok oppa never changes his mind even if he dies. Instead, don’t get angry later saying that the leech swordsman or Teresa-san are going on a better quest.”
The two nodded.
“It doesn’t matter what it is. It’s enough if you’re with the contractor anyway.”
When even Elise agreed, the chain quest that would become the first button on the 33rd floor began.
Tring!
[Path of Fire – Linked Quest (1)]
Difficulty: F
Content: Strengthen the ring using magic engineering and then sell it for a higher price than the original purchase price. It’s done.]
There was a mix of joy and sadness in their expressions.
Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min’s faces fell into hell in an instant.
On the other hand, Jin-hyeok’s mouth went up even higher.
…Because the quest I wanted perfectly came in.
“Thank you . . I’ll proceed with this.”
“I’m really grateful. Hehe. Ah! My name is Isaac. I’m a halfling, and I had a coming-of-age ceremony a while ago, so I can start a business
. ”
Isaac.
By the time the tower appeared, by the time 7 years had passed, he was a talented person who became a prestigious magic engineer in the upper echelons. Right now, he’s
complaining, but if time passes, he will become one of the recognized authorities within the tower.
That also means ‘ Jin –
hyeok, who broke up with Isaac, who
will be the head of the ‘Magic Engineering Sect’, headed straight to a nearby restaurant.
There were a few things to do before starting the full-scale quest.
Voice and voice.
The inside of the store was quite crowded.
Only 33 Magic engineering snacks and unique distilled spirits that can only be tasted on the floor.
Food served in colorful crystal glasses brought another pleasure.
“Contractor,”
Alice lowered her voice.
“Yes. I know.
” I looked at the tables nearby.
Players who started following me a little while ago were full around me.
Those who had not received the quest until Jinhyeok arrived, and they must have rushed to Isaac at the same time Jinhyeok made the choice.
Received the same quest and this way It’s from the calculation to see how this will move.
‘Anyway, the little hairs…’
Jinhyeok clicked his tongue inwardly.
Even if the beginning is the same, the direction after
that will be completely different with one small variable. ‘Or maybe …
do
you think you can imitate it perfectly?’
no one else
Because it meant that I dared to eat this body on my back.
“What are you going to do?”
Elise asked.
He added a threat to blow away all the annoying flies if they clung to him.
Yoo Yeon-hwa and Lee Tae-min, who realized the presence of hinders belatedly, also finished preparing to activate their abilities. however.
“no. The precious Hogu who came to me after hard work… No, can I get rid of my colleagues? Let’s welcome it with a warm heart.”
Jinhyeok spoke warmer and softer words than ever before.
A soft halo shone over her shoulder.
– It’s creepy. Seeing my brother smile like that.
-sister. Wouldn’t it be better if we kicked it out now?
– Indeed, they are creatures with colder blood than vampires. Jim is still far away.
It was the three of them who became even more anxious at the sight of them.
rattle.
Jinhyuk got up from his seat and looked back.
flinch
The players who had been sidelining glanced at each other and looked away.
“it’s okay. Even if you don’t try to eavesdrop like that. Everyone is in a position to climb the tower together… What’s the point if I hide the information?”
“yes?”
“What is that…”
The players tilted their heads.
“It means I will share everything I have. To make it all work out together.”
“No way…”
“Ohhhh!”
“Player Kang Jin-hyuk!”
“I can’t believe there are people like this in the world.”
Huge cheers erupted from the players.
Some of them embraced each other and even jumped in place at the absurd oddity.
There is no choice but to do that….
Most of the people gathered here are individuals, not guilds, or those who work in a small number of teams.
I’m a mercenary, so I’m a freelancer. In fact, it is said that it is a gathering of second-rate or lower guilds who cannot enter medium-large guilds.
They gambled with the mindset of just grabbing at straws.
I never imagined that the results would be this good.
Seeing how relaxed he was even in an F-class quest was proof that there was something hidden.
“greatness! Big hum. I’ve heard a lot of stories that I’m originally a bit broad-minded. You are not wrong.”
“We were familiar with it.”
“sure. I thought he would be authoritative and cold because he was so famous… I was completely misunderstanding this.”
“thank you. I will do whatever you ask.”
“Anything?”
“yes?”
“therefore. Didn’t you just say you would do whatever your mouth tells you to do?”
“Isn’t it?”
A middle-aged man with a hearty laugh scratched his head.
“Now then, for the smooth progress of the quest, should we all just use one contract at a time? Because it’s nothing. You don’t have to read it too closely.”
As if Jinhyuk had been waiting, he took out a piece of paper and put it on the table.
It’s not even the stigma of cheating.
This is what only those who are qualified to become ‘interns’ can receive it.
This is a non-regular job below that.
It is also a contract for a short-term contract for a few days.
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nothing is right
It’s just full of all kinds of irrational exploitation provisions.
“Ah anyway, isn’t this too much? All the items you own belong to you, and you have to work 14 hours a day!”
“The Hall of Fame and the copyright for all video uploads…”
“Even the meal is limited to 100 coins per meal.”
“Isn’t it supposed to let you go to the bathroom comfortably! Only twice a day!”
Complaints poured in from all over.
“Is everyone here to play?”
“No, we didn’t come to play…”
“We’re here to attack the 33rd floor. And if you follow my commands well, you can be part of the first expedition to conquer the 33rd floor. But do those little things catch your eye? Is there anyone who has the idea of sacrificing little by little and making concessions?”
Stair first attack.
Has anyone here accomplished something like that?
Who would have dared to imagine that such a thing would be possible?
Everyone is behind. He hurriedly followed the stairs someone had dug.
It was a place far higher than his own fountain, so he picked up the beans as safely as possible.
…for a while to get ahead of everyone else.
The self who once stood out to be the center of humanity by becoming stronger is no longer there.
Only the cowardly and comprehensible self remained.
But…
a person appeared who said he would change the whole thing.
The strongest ranker with sufficient experience and ability.
“Will you trust me and make your dreams come true? Or will you lose your dreams because you are blinded by those few pennies?”
“Together…”
“We will do it together!”
“I don’t need anything else either.”
“Please just keep it by my side.”
The players stood up like bees.
Before I knew it, my face was filled with the hopes and dreams I had when I first met Top.
[F-grade quest…reinforced and sold…]
[E-grade quest…Find clues to fire completed…]
[E+-grade quest ‘Gather 500 flame wolf’s teeth. […]
perfect attack routes, abundant human resources, and even forced labor beyond exploitation.
When the three factors were established, the synergy reached 10 times instead of 3 times.
In an instant, with a much faster attack speed than the large guilds that came several weeks earlier.
And the news…
touched a place where many interests were intertwined.
