Chapter 239

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Chapter 239: Looting

[Amazing Achievement!]

[A total of 10 Baal's Spirit Orbs have been created!]

[Pioneering a new realm of alchemy!]

[Acquired the title, 'You've Got Talent!']

[Acquired the title, 'Master of Dexterity!']

[The probability of discovering new recipes has slightly increased!]

Choi Yuna stared blankly at the message that appeared before her eyes.

After Kim Minwoo handed her the recipe.

It was she who consulted with Iris, who was in charge of assistant work, about making potions.

No wonder! A mere consumable spirit orb possessed the absurd rank of Ancient+!

A spirit orb, not even equipment, having such a rank?

It meant it was unimaginably rare. The potions released on Earth so far proved it.

At best, they were Rare or Unique, and very occasionally, Legend might appear.

Ancient rank?

Nonexistent.

So she recited the recipe for 'Baal's Spirit Orb' to Iris.

— Wait a minute. Baal?

"Why?"

— You don't mean, that Baal?

"Do you know something?"

— Of course, I do, you idiot! Don't tell me you don't know Baal?

She could see Iris in a state of extreme excitement.

Baal.

Certainly, just hearing the name made it seem like a formidable monster. There were even rumors about it on Earth.

The story of the 72 demons.

But rumors were just rumors.

Even if there were demon-type monsters, there were no stories of witnessing such grand monsters like the 72 demons.

The highest-level demon discovered in gates so far was known to be a Balrog. A super high-ranking demon starting from level 700.

On the other hand, Iris's explanation was different.

— To think humans' perspective is this narrow. This Earth is truly a remote backwater, huh?

"What are you talking about? Explain it so I can understand."

— I'll summarize it simply. Baal is far, far superior to those Balrogs. In terms of rank? If Baal were the president, a Balrog would at best be a presidential bodyguard.

"... A bodyguard?"

— Yeah. Not even a prime minister or a minister. Just bodyguard A, B, C, that level. Baal's level alone would easily exceed 10,000.

"Level... exceeding 10,000? Is that possible?"

— Why wouldn't it be? Ha! Don't tell me, the structure on Earth makes it hard to even surpass level 2,000? That's why your perspective is so narrow. Earth isn't the whole world, it's like a rural village tucked away in a corner.

"... Really?"

— Really! Gates are, how should I put it! Yeah. Roughly, they serve the purpose of connecting rural villages. So you humans have no idea how vast the world truly is.

Choi Yuna scratched her cheek.

It had already been over two months since that witch joined as an assistant. Choi Yuna had grasped some basic information about her.

That she came from another dimension.

That she was an apprentice witch from the Eastern Witches' Coven. That she then became a subordinate of Merhen, Kim Minwoo's summon.

And also, that the scope of the 'world' the witch spoke of was incredibly vast.

However, even so, it was hard to believe the story that the monster Baal was a crazy monster with a level exceeding 10,000. In other words, didn't it mean that Kim Minwoo had caught such a monster?

"Does that make sense? Minwoo's level, no matter how high you estimate it, wouldn't be 1,000, would it?"

—That's why that human is a monster. At level 500, he caught me, a full-fledged witch, and a dragon. But, I never imagined Baal. Is that really an Ancient+ rank?

"I told you it is."

—If a mere spirit orb has that rank, it must be the Baal I know. But, if that's true, it's a bit strange....

"What's strange?"

—I'm not completely without connections, you know? I was quite the social butterfly in the Eastern Witches' Coven. Even now, I occasionally contact my colleagues.

"...Really? I'm a bit envious. I don't have any friends."

—That's because you work all day! Anyway! My friends would tell me whenever there was important news. But Baal is dead and there's no word? This is very strange.

"Maybe they didn't know he was dead."

—No. If an entity like Baal dies, the Witches' Coven can't not know. Because... the demon realm is a profitable market. Witches are merchants. So it'll reach their ears one way or another.

"What if the Witches' Coven knows but is controlling the information?"

—That's impossible. If Baal died, there would definitely be upheaval in the demon realm. It's not just a change in power. Baal is the supreme Demon Lord supporting the demon realm. The demon realm would immediately shake and be in chaos, you know? How could they not know? Wait a minute.

Iris, who said so, took out a crystal ball. Then, as she touched it, the crystal ball started to hum.

—Yes, yes. It's me, Iris. Is there any news from the demon realm? None? Nothing at all? You're not hiding anything from me, are you? Absolutely not? Then...

Iris, swallowing her saliva, asked.

—How's Lord Baal doing these days?

Soon, her brows furrowed.

—Wait a minute. I'll call you back later. Something urgent came up. Yes, love you!

She hurriedly put away the extinguished crystal ball and looked at Choi Yuna with a serious face.

"Was the person you just contacted your boyfriend?"

—Oh my god! It's not like that! It's Nyunpia, a female friend! In your human terms, a bestie! That's not important! About Baal.

"Yes. What about Baal?"

—...He's alive and well, apparently.

"...What?"

"Aww. When will I awaken? I want to be an awesome Awakened like you, brother..."

Uh...

Well.

Originally, Naye was a non-awakened character.

This was the result of playing as Kim Minwoo hundreds, no, thousands of times.

She was a special character whose awakening conditions even countless users couldn't figure out.

However...

That didn't mean she couldn't awaken. Everyone in the world had awakening conditions, and Naye wouldn't be an exception.

Moreover, crucially.

'Alex, that sly little guy, said it.'

That he saw a vision of the future.

In that vision, Naye was incredibly strong. Monsters all around exploded with a single kick from her.

'There were signs.'

Kids liked meat, but in Naye's case, she liked it a lot, a lot.

He guaranteed it.

If he banned meat, there would be a sea of tears for a month, no, a whole year.

Plus...

'Her strength is also beyond imagination.'

Even in an unawakened state.

'What could Naye's awakening condition be?'

He didn't know.

He'd have to figure that out gradually.

"Naye, you'll awaken someday too. To prepare for that time, you need to study hard, make good friends, and all that, okay?"

"Yes!"

"What about boys?"

"Except for you and dad, they're all wolves! I have to be careful!"

"That's right. Be careful of that blonde-haired friend too."

"Yes, yes!"

She was a very smart little sister.

After gently stroking Naye's head.

He went into his room.

To consume the spirit orbs.

'I hope I get a good draw.'

July 31st.

Just one day until the Demon Realm masquerade where the demon lords gather. There was very unfortunate news.

The nuclear bomb had been used, the dice of fate only rolled misfortune, and both the necklace's resurrection and the ring's miracle functions had been exhausted.

Now all he could rely on was the Death Emperor's Crown, his own skills and guts, and lastly, the skill from this spirit orb.

"Baal, bro. I'm counting on you."

You're the number one demon lord in the demon realm, right?

You must be overflowing with good skills.

With faith, he swallowed the spirit orb.

One.

[Consuming Baal's Spirit Orb!]

[All stats increased by 50...]

Five.

[A total of five Baal's Spirit Orbs have been consumed!]

[Warning!]

[Special Situation!]

['Baal' is currently alive!]

[Calculating...]

[Calculation complete.]

[Spirit Orbs can be crafted after killing 'Baal' and obtaining the recipe.]

[However, as the target 'Baal' is currently alive, this is a completely contradictory situation.]

[Analysis results confirm that 'Kim Minwoo' himself has entered a special temporal distortion, a 'Fragment'.]

[Conclusion.]

['Steal' the abilities of the currently living Baal!]

[Ownership of 'Baal's Resilience' has been transferred to the target, 'Kim Minwoo'!]

[Baal has lost his resilience!]

[Caution!]

[Baal will instinctively become aware of the one who stole his ability!]

"...Huh?"

He had thought he would simply gain Baal's ability as well.

...Steal?

"This is too good."

To promote Vulcan, he had to kick out the existing old-timers who were occupying the position.

And those old-timers had become weaker?

It was the best news.

Kim Minwoo's face brightened.

Moreover, he hadn't even eaten all 10 yet.

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