Chapter 224: End of Summer (5)

Chapter 224: End of Summer (5)

In that split second when the black scythe loomed over Baek Yu-Seol’s neck, only one thought occupied his mind.

'I'm really going to die.'

Calculations? Strategy? Compromise?

None of that mattered.

The only thing he could do right now was to Flash forward.

Slash!

As the sound of the seats and windows around him being sliced apart reached his ears, he was able to close the distance to him.

But even if Baek Yu-Seol closed the distance, without Argento, there was nothing he could do. Even if he had a weapon, it was doubtful he could inflict any damage on him.

So Baek Yu-Seol did nothing.

...!

When Baek Yu-Seol suddenly approached him with flash, he seemed a bit surprised and his eyes shone as he leaped back.

And then, he asked in a chilling voice.

Flash... You use an unusual magic. Why didn't you attack?

Baek Yu-Seol didn’t feel the need to tell him that swinging this cheap staff, which was worth less than a back scratcher, would be meaningless.

However, there was no need to maintain silence either.

On the contrary, if he was misunderstanding something, it was worth taking advantage of it.

"Kal Harimus."

...

...!

Although Baek Yu-Seol’s memory was hazy, it seemed he had thought of the correct name as his eyes widened significantly.

'Witch hunters.'

They hunted witches which were believed to be extinct. They lived hidden in the world's shadows.

However... They paid a great price to become witch hunters and gave up all their identities.

Their race, gender, age, and even their name and face.

It was necessary to combat witches. Since most of them had the abilities to enchant or bewitch others like a drug, so they had to forsake their identity.

How do you know that name?

"Why? You'll have to figure that out yourself."

... Could it be? Are you a witch hunter too?

"Yes. Due to circumstances, I can't show my insignia now, but isn't the witch's crystal proof enough?"

Since they lived alone in the shadows of society, their social skills were severely poor. Baek Yu-Seol needed to coax him with words as gently as possible.

He appeared to scrutinize Baek Yu-Seol closely, then narrowed his eyes slightly.

But... You haven't given up on your face.

"I made it temporarily. The witch I've tracked is hiding in society."

That's unusual... Don’t you have any pride as a witch hunter?

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"I am hunting a witch so detestable that I've forsaken my pride. I can never forgive them."

Hearing Baek Yu-Seol’s intense emotional appeal, the witch hunter hesitated for a moment before lowering his staff.

... I see.

This was why the power of Yeonhong Chunsamweol was so useful. Even while spewing lies, if you put on a convincing 'performance,' your face would reflect sincerity. This perfect act could deceive anyone.

"Now, hand over the crystal. It’s my spoils."

My apologies. I will return it.

The witch hunter handed him the crystal orb.

"......"

Baek Yu-Seol took the crystal and pondered for a moment.

Witches rarely appeared in the main episodes, but there were related characters.

Stella’s Chief Knight Arien was living with a terminal illness due to a witch’s curse, and Grace Steele of the ShadowBlade Division was a descendant who inherited part of a witch’s bloodline.

Even though they rarely appeared, witches left significant marks in the Aether World story, which indicated how powerful they were.

The [Crystal Orb of the 498 Witch] possessed by Baek Yu-Seol, to be honest, was half incomplete.

When he played Aether World Online, he didn’t have a deep interest in witches, so he never fully completed the item.

But what if he could complete this item?

It might become an even better growth item than the lost Wheel of Dawn.

I will take my leave now.

As the witch hunter began to vanish into mist, he hurriedly called out to him.

"Wait."

... What is it?

"Actually, I need your help for this witch hunt. It’s not difficult; could you assist me?"

Speak. If it’s for a witch hunt, I will help.Why?Was it a witch?I see.Follow me.

"Hey."

"Speak."

"How many witches have you caught so far? Is it at least ten?"

"... Seven."

"See? That's why you don’t know. I've caught over thirty."

"Impressive. And so?"

"It means you're a rookie. To lure the witch I'm after, I need a 500-year-old crystal orb, and you don’t understand why, do you?"

He fell silent then shook his head.

"I don’t."

"I figured."

‘How could he know? Even I don’t.’

"This hunt is extremely important. We’re going to hunt a tremendous, terrifying, and extraordinary witch. Do you understand now? By donating your spoils to me, you’re helping to eliminate one more of those vile witches."

...

He still appeared somewhat unconvinced, but since Baek Yu-Seol claimed to have hunted thirty witches, he reluctantly accepted, albeit grudgingly.

Ding!

[The item rank has increased.]

[500-Year Witch's Crystal Orb]

While they were talking, the item was completed. Feeling a bit guilty about taking more, Baek Yu-Seol set the beaker back on the table, patted the witch hunter on the shoulder, and walked past him.

"If this hunt succeeds, half of the credit goes to you. Anyway, thanks for this. I'll put it to good use."

...

As Baek Yu-Seol quickly slipped out of the witch hunter's subspace, he found himself back inside the train.

"Phew..."

He didn’t follow, did he?

Baek Yu-Seol worried he might follow him out of spite, but it seemed that wasn’t the case. As soon as he exited, his subspace vanished as if waiting for his departure.

"Tsk. People should learn to share a bit."

Baek Yu-Seol plopped down in his original seat, and the dark and tense atmosphere instantly lightened.

Clank! Clink!

The train started moving normally again, and the passengers who had disappeared unnoticed returned to their places.

Thinking about the abilities of that 'rookie' witch hunter made Baek Tu-Seol break out in a slight cold sweat.

‘Well. Anyway, all’s well that ends well.’

"Let's check the item."

[500-Year Witch's Crystal Orb]

[Description: A special crystal orb created by a witch who lived for 498 years to strengthen her body. When used, it transports the user to the witch's domain.]

[▼List:]

[1. Swim to avoid shark!]

[2. Run on the dizzying log bridge.]

[3. With the wolf...]

It was just as expected.

A unique item that drastically increased stats with each mini-game cleared. It was called 'mini-games' in the game.

It wasn’t very popular in the game. No one knew why this witch trained her body, but the most likely rumor was that she died while playing one of the crystal orb’s mini-games.

Baek Yu-Seol should also be cautious when using it.

Certainly, it was dangerous. But it guaranteed significant growth... It was only human to feel a bit excited about that.

‘Shall I try it a bit until I arrive?’

Baek Yu-Seol’s original plan was to try it secretly once he arrived at the dormitory, but now that he had the 500-Year Witch's Crystal Orb, he couldn’t resist anymore.

[Using the Witch's Crystal Orb.]