Chapter 462

Chapter 462

TL: xLordFifth

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Including Shin Nara, there were a total of 41 elite users, but none of them underestimated or belittled Leeha’s contributions. Especially the black crane paleos and the red goat paleos.

The reason all the NPCs here were cooperative was because Leeha had resolved quests and made promises to them. Besides the promise of providing land, Leeha, and even Rubini, achieved a 100% level of intimacy with them, helping in construction.

‘Even Rubini is captivated by him...? Well, he’s truly remarkable, practically turning all the members of the expedition into allies. What an incredible ability. I might be skilled, but someone like me who bothers with a useless tamer is of no use. Despite his considerable skill, such a foolish guy has nowhere to be useful...’

Even Chiyou had to admit. Using skills, it was impossible to eavesdrop on Leeha or influence him in any way. Her primary objective during the New World expedition was to bring Leeha to her side, and if that failed, the second option was to extract information from him. However, both plans ended up failing. Although she succeeded in tempting the tamer, it didn’t even catch Chiyou’s eye.

“Well, with so many eyes watching, it’s better to chase after him after the group separates. Haha, naturally, I’ll be the first to expand my influence in this New World. The only rival I have is Pei Wu’s Hwangryong. There’s no chance for Byulcho, Dragon Knights, or anything like that.”

Despite this, she remained relaxed. Among the New World expedition members, she possessed her own “power,” rivaled only by Pei Wu’s Hwangryong and Byulcho’s Kijung. Although they were all part of guilds, taking proactive actions would be challenging for them.

However, from the perspective of decision-makers, Chiyou, who had the authority to act before others, was bound to lead. Yet, there was one thing Chiyou didn’t know.

What was currently happening in “Gaza City,” held by Leeha? As someone who had always been in the position of a hunter tracking prey, Chiyou found it challenging to penetrate the events that would unfold after the completion of the New World’s mana relay tower. Most notably, she was oblivious to the preparations Leeha was making and the ongoing events in Gaza City.

What happened after Leeha visited Gaza City? Perhaps that revelation would shock Chiyou and others. Unaware of these facts, Chiyou laughed alone, contemplating her grand dreams.

“Connection complete! Mana transmission and reception antenna connection complete!”

“Great—! Everyone, gather! Quickly! Quickly! Prepare for activation and cutting ceremony. Euh-hee-heet!”

With the report from the giant NPC, Hyein shouted enthusiastically, despite his smart image not matching the cheap laughter. However, no one could tease Hyein, given the atmosphere. All users extended the prepared ribbons, taking their positions one by one.

Led by Alexander and Fernand, NPC Burke, along with all the creatures that had contributed, lined up in front of the mana relay tower in Erica, the New Continent.

Isn’t this one of the good things about being in Middle Earth? Particularly, the absence of the need for a cameraman. Everyone could take their screenshots with their own devices.

“Did everyone release the screenshot prohibition? Don’t complain about being left out alone! Don’t think it’s a waste of a scroll; quickly take them!”

Fernand shouted in excitement.

Everyone knew the value of being part of this historic moment. From the perspective of elite users who could easily acquire anti-screenshot scrolls, none of them considered it a waste.

“Now, Alexander-ssi. If you just put this bead in...”

“It would activate, right?”

“Yes.”

Hyein handed the last item to Alexander. Bailephus also looked satisfied as he observed the mana sphere.

“A pristine crystal. There shouldn’t be any issues,” he declared, but Alexander still wore a contemplative expression.

In the end, he turned his head to gaze at someone. The attention of other users followed Alexander’s gaze.

“Ha Leeha.”

“So, when I was at that time... Me?”

Leeha, who had been chatting with Kijung, Nara, and others, was startled by Alexander’s sudden call. However, what he heard next was even more surprising.

“Will you do it? No one can deny that you’ve played the biggest role in setting up the most significant contribution here.”

“Me?!”

Leeha’s eyes widened.

However, the fact that Leeha was only one stunned, explains the journey so far.

“Real recognize real. Go, hyungnim!”

“Hahaha! That’s right. Have you seen Captain Drake’s last moments? Our Kraven’s users must agree.”

“Hehehe, what a surprise.”

“If Alexander acknowledges, I’ll follow.”

Lee Jiwon, holding a sword, Hook, and even Petyr, all nodded in agreement.

“Indeed, his skill is undeniable... I won’t forget having my head blown off.”

[Quest Completion Reward Collection Location: Ezwen Vatican]

[You have leveled up.]

[You have leveled up.]

[You have leveled up.]

“Uhaha, I leveled up again!”

“Waaaah, it’s blinding~! I can’t even take a screenshot!”

The joyous cheers of other users, accompanied by a scream, reached Leeha’s ears. Ding-dong, ding-dong, the seemingly endless level-up notifications continued.

“Crazy, how many more levels? And there’s no achievement notification or anything!”

Leeha quickly sifted through the notification windows. Usually, achievements were acquired simultaneously with quest completion or item collection, but this time was a bit different.

‘Directly to the Vatican...?’

If it were a reward like an achievement, the notification would occur immediately. However, mentioning the Vatican meant there was undoubtedly an additional reward. Leeha could sense that.

Until now, quest completion rewards had been something like ‘come somewhere.’ ‘An item!’ And it wasn’t just any item—it was from the Vatican. With this difficulty level, the treasure warehouse would undoubtedly open!

Leeha remembered something. Bottleneck had said once, “Orichalcum is a divine mineral, something valuable that could be found in the royal palace warehouse of Fibiel or the Vatican.”

“So, the Vatican’s treasure warehouse is no less than Fibiel’s treasure warehouse!”

How many unintentional (?) items has Leeha acquired until now? Every time he tried to eat something, another item was needed for a different reason, or the quest giver automatically took care of it. In the end, Leeha never had items that he absolutely needed or wanted.

This time, this time for sure, Leeha vowed to get it.

While other users speculated about the joy of leveling up and the Vatican summon, there was one person who seemed particularly unexcited.

This time, the joy of leveling up wasn’t emitted to all users, leaving one person excluded: Alexander. Whose misfortune would Alexander’s unhappiness be?

“It’s over, Alexander couldn’t level up, right? I caught up, didn’t I? Right on the verge of being caught? Even if I count the level difference between us with one hand—”

“[Silence].”

Leeha, circling around Alexander, got silenced.

It seemed like Bailephus silenced Lee Jiwon for teasing Alexander too much to the point that Leeha thought Lee Jiwon might get hit. Blocking Lee Jiwon’s mouth right now to prevent further teasing would be a greater punishment for Lee Jiwon than using magic to retaliate.

“Are you okay?”

“Of course.”

Despite Bailephus asking with a bit of concern, Alexander remained calm, clenching his fist.

“The supreme and the ordinary can’t be equal, don’t you think?”

With his unique role-playing and arrogance, Alexander added a touch of pretentiousness.

Leeha, who had expected Alexander to be somewhat disheartened, inadvertently turned everyone, including other users, against him.

“Even if I don’t tell you to, you’ll probably do it, but... make sure to save the location in the crystal ball! That way, you can come back here.”

“Oh, by the way, Hyein, what was that quest you mentioned earlier?”

“Yes. Within three days, they need to bring the Warp Gate Assembly members here. Once they create the Warp Gate here, other users will start setting foot on the New Continent.”

Hyein mentioned it casually, nodding.

In an instant, the expressions of the New Continent Expedition members changed.

The camaraderie that was present just moments ago suddenly disappeared.

“Other users are coming...”

“I see. So that’s why it’s ‘up to 5 days.’”

“Summoning to the Holy See is probably for the same reason. Naturally, it would be individual reception.”

Each expressed their thoughts with a brief comment.