Chapter 547

Arcane Sniper [Matan’s Shooter] Chapter 547

“Was it today?” he said.

“Yes, it is.”

“Get ready in 15 minutes. We’ll leave together.”

Browless turned away, changing the magazine in his gun.

Kidd, too, could depart at any moment after resupplying ammunition from Gaza City. There was no hurry.

‘If only the commander takes on the role of Matan’s Shooter... The success rate of the quest will skyrocket. When the two NPCs compete in strength, the gathered users can quickly eliminate the monsters during the total attack.

‘Without the interference of Matan’s Shooter, it would be easy to take down that monster named Toon.’

Kidd anticipated that this total attack would show a marked difference from the last one, considering his improved skills, the somewhat changed attitude of Luger, the items, and with Ha Leeha’s ‘Dragon’ joining the fray.

“Oh, oh, where are you rushing off to?”

“Hmm?”

Just as Kidd was about to activate the crystal ball, someone rushed into the academy. It was a person holding a long staff in one hand and wearing a hooded robe, pulled down low.

Hidden by the hood, their face was hard to discern, but the elaborate patterns on the robe indicated that this was no ordinary figure.

Kidd couldn’t recognize him. Instead, it was Browless who recognized him immediately.

“What brings the Archmage here?”

‘Lotzak...?’

Browless looked at Lotzak with a displeased expression. Kidd stopped the activation of the crystal ball and looked at him too.

Lotzak paid no attention to Kidd.

His eyes, blazing intensely, were fixed solely on Browless.

“To have a conversation with Colonel Browless, I had to come personally. It seems fitting, given your busy schedule.”

“You’re joking too much.”

As Lotzak sneered, Browless bowed his head in a formal manner. It was a roundabout way of saying he expected the same courtesy.

“Hmm... the Academy. It’s been a while since I visited.”

“Lord Lotzak. I’m sorry, but could you please state your business? I’m ‘very’ busy with something – going to the New Continent Erika.”

“How did you-“

“I trust I’m not underestimating the Archmage’s ears. I’ve been aware since thirteen days ago of the incident there and that a revenge mission is planned for today.”

Browless looked somewhat surprised, but for Kidd, this was not shocking.

After all, he was part of the royal court’s magic division, so there would be related users.

For users with magical professions from Fibiel, Lotzak would be an NPC close to a mentor, giving them quests or teaching skills.

‘It wouldn’t be strange if he heard it from them... But why appear at this timing?

Lotzak looked around here and there before approaching Browless.

“I believe you understand the implication of my presence despite knowing all this.”

“Do you mean there’s something more urgent?”

“If possible, it seems we should have a slow talk at the palace.”

Lotzak nodded quietly. Browless struggled to maintain his composure.

“If it’s not a long story, how about we discuss it here? I need to lend my strength to the Ma demons’ base in the New Continent-“

“No, no. After all, you’re a retired person, Colonel. You don’t need to exert yourself.”

“-Hmm?”

“Isn’t that right? We are now in a position to listen to the active stories of the younger generation and plan macroscopic strategies. How could you still harbor ambitions for active duty? That could eat away at your life, Colonel.”

“...I am still active. Still inexperienced. My disciples are even more so. Sending them to such a ‘dangerous’ place would be too much.”

Browless stopped speaking and looked into Lotzak’s eyes.

Lotzak’s gaze flickered for a moment.

‘Are you saying Mr. Brown is there?’

Though the number was less than the first time, there were still many users. Those who had promised to cooperate were gathered in small groups, aligning their strategies.

“Did you receive your rehabilitation treatment well? If you worry too much here and get a nerve pinched again-“

“Don’t worry, Ram Hwayeon-ssi. I came with Heinrich’s permission.”

As the area around Byulchof became noisy, Ram Hwayeon, Ram Hwajung, and members of the Hwahong guild gathered there. Leeha, like a flower attracting a swarm of butterflies, caused a stir among the users as they started to focus on him.

Their expressions revealed surprise.

“Ha, it’s Ha Leeha! Ha Leeha is here!”

“Ha Leeha? Shouldn’t he be inside?”

“This betrayal-“

“Alright! I’m recording from now on! Anyone spreading serious insults or rumors without evidence will face legal action. If you’re from Korea, in court; if you’re a foreigner, then by the Middle Earth management team. Please watch your words.”

Before they could finish speaking, Leeha shouted first.

Middle Earth is a game with minimal intervention by the administrators. Even if there’s endless slaughter or Player Killing (PK) within the town, there are hardly any penalties.

Would the administrators intervene for something as trivial as these rumors disrupting gameplay?

Most users knew in their minds that the answer was no.

However, after Leeha’s shout, they could only grumble softly or look with suspicion, unable to openly speak.

“Ni hao, Ha Leeha daehyeop. It’s been a while.”

“Ah, Pei Wu-nim. Long time no see.” Everyone saw Leeha greeting top rankers with a smile, his confident demeanor undeniable.

Could this really be the person affiliated with the Matan Army, or the one who targeted the Rush guild for Byulchof? The one who blew away Lee Jiwon’s thigh?

“You still came even after saying that. Accept that you’re crazy? Oh, accept〜”

“Kik, Lee Jiwon-ssi himself came after surviving a brush with death. I can’t miss out.”

Even having such an informal conversation with the party involved?

Kijung smiled as he watched the atmosphere gradually change around them. Hyein shook his head and chuckled softly.

“See, I told you brother had to come himself.” “A person who shines just by being there without doing anything special. I just can’t compete...

While Leeha was half-threatening, half-truthfully dispelling the rumors about himself, existing New Continent expedition members like Rubini, Raphaela, Elmi, Snare, Armboost, and others also started to arrive.

Luger and Kidd also kept a certain distance from Leeha.

The three of them pretended not to care about each other but stayed within a certain range.

And finally, from the distant sky, a glint of gold sparkled.

It’s not just the voices of so many users gathered that initiate the attack.

An absolute charismatic presence to lead and command everything.

“It’s Alexander!”

“Okay, prepare for battle! Everyone, get ready for combat!”

“This time, we’re going to wipe out the Matan Army.”

Just the sight of Alexander and Bailephus boosted the morale of the users.

This time there were a few days of preparation. What’s inside, how to attack, and patterns were all thoroughly studied.

Even the mages and healers were seen carrying giant shields, a clear proof of preparation!

Bailephus and Alexander stopped above the heads of the users.

The dust flew around due to the wind pressure, but the users didn’t blink an eye and looked up at him.

“Are you ready?” Woooaaaahhh!

Instead of responding, the users roared.

Bailephus, as soon as he stopped, continuously cast something. Golden grains kept gathering in front of his face.

Rubini, locking eyes with the dragon, once again gathered all her mana to create the largest map possible.

Standing by her side was a man who had once experienced a nightmare in this place, Ron, the guild master of RUSH.

“Based on Dr. Doom’s map, I’m Ron, tasked with command and control of this total attack. Though inexperienced, I promise to do my best for your safety and an effective strategy.”

Rush! Rush! Rush!