CH 28

Master of the Corrupted Corridor (2)

How long would you have walked like that?

Finally, a huge door appeared in front of them.

Decorations reminiscent of ancient Greece.

However, it is not the appearance that is of concern.

'This .'

Jinhyuk frowned.

Jerrit! Jerrit!

It's a huge mana.

Even though there is a door that blocks mana, it's such a pressure.

Glancing to the side, Teresa's face had turned to earth-colored.

Hey, do we have to deal with this monster alone?

His voice trembled softly.

yea that's the way it is

The mana that pierces the skin now. Because I felt like I was trampling on my will to fight.

You don't have to be scared. Did you know that your opponent is strong anyway?

"Yeah, that's it, but "

Besides, in battle, the stronger side doesn't always win.

Strategies and tactics were created to overcome the inferiority of the power.

If all the games were decided simply by the size of mana... .

'I would never have reached the last floor of the tower either.'

Do you have any plans?

Only one thing. No matter what happens inside me, please believe in me.

Jinhyuk let out a short breath and pulled out a dagger.

Yeah? Is that what?

Theresa asked, but Jinhyuk did not answer.

instead.

profit... .

He reached out and opened the door.

A spectacular view unfolded with a dazzling light.

Floors and columns made of gold.

In the place where the red veil was long, there was a noble throne.

It's finally here. I'm tired of waiting.

The woman who was holding her chin smiled.

Jinhyuk looked at his opponent head-on.

'It's amazing no matter how many times you see it.'

Long silver hair that reached to her waist and red eyes.

A body that is not alluring and even has a decadent beauty.

Indeed, it looks like a vampire blessed with immortality.

That guy alone is terrible... .

There were twelve blood relatives lined up next to Jinjo.

They all look like they're not forgiving.

Are people safe?

I haven't touched a single fingertip, so don't worry.

Alice beckoned lightly.

OK.

[Lv?? Dimensional severance is broken.]

The veil was lifted, and the captives appeared.

Ugh!

Eup! Eup! Ouch!

She is tied up with her senses blocked by a gag and blindfold.

From the raid including Song Chun-hwa.

Even Captain Kim and the porters.

Most seemed unharmed.

thank God.

[Lv2 'Eyes of Truth' is activated.]

Jinhyuk looked at people using his 'eyes of truth'.

Dozens of status windows passing by.

Mana consumption was extreme, but Jinhyuk was overworked and checked everyone's names and status.

have to find

among these .

'that guy'.

right then

Now that I see the hostages are safe, is it my turn to ask a question?

Alice, who had been waiting, opened her mouth.

That's just asking for words, rather than a one-sided message to answer unconditionally.

If he refuses, he will kill all the humans in this palace.

Ask. In fact, I'm curious as to why I had such a difficult game.

"It is the smell that emanates from you that I have invited you to this place."

Smell?

It doesn't smell like sweat.

If it's a smell that can provoke vampires... no way?

Yes. The scent of blood emanating from your body! A sweet scent that is incomparable to normal humans stimulated me.

shit.

It's a B-type guy all over the street, and suddenly it's a sweet bloody taryeong.

Jinhyuk pressed his temple with his index finger.

You look very upset.

Then suck the blood and mummify it, is there anyone who won't be upset?

I'm not an idiot who eats delicious things all at once. I'll allow at least 60 years of life, so don't be too afraid.

Hearing that makes me even more reassured.

That, in one word, 'I'll keep you by my side for the rest of my life and stick a straw around my neck whenever I'm hungry', right?

I appreciate the favor, but I don't want to live with a vampire's fancy lunch box.

Find such a sadistic hobby elsewhere.

Because there will be people you like among them.

I'm sorry, but I didn't mean to make a choice.

I know. I don't mean to do it with my mouth... I'll give you something else instead of blood.

Oh.

Did the blatant offer intrigue you?

The smile on Alice's mouth grew a little darker.

But it was only for a short time.

Nothing is more precious to us than delicious blood. No matter what you suggest, my heart will not change.

What if it were even 'freedom'?

...!?

At Jinhyuk's words, Alice's face changed.

At the same time.

dare!

You brought that word out of here!

I'll tear you apart. Human!

The vampires lined up to the left and right of Elise shouted all at once.

Life was oozing out of the horse.

yea that's the way it is

For them, freedom meant more than just a word.

The years spent in exile in the endless darkness.

The beauty of the stars and the moon illuminating the night sky.

The soft feel of the wind and the freshness of the grass.

All were long lost.

"You bastard the words you spit out now. You should be able to take responsibility."

If I couldn't take responsibility, I wouldn't have come here in the first place.

Jinhyuk took the mask out of his arms.

It was a black mask engraved with geometric patterns.

It was also used in the labyrinth, but the shape was slightly different from that time.

On the right cheek stood out a rune inscribed with mana.

that's .

Alice's eyes narrowed.

also. you find out

The meaning of this mask.

Jinhyuk bowed deeply.

Since we have thrown away enough rice cakes, it is time to get the main point out.

My name is Jinhyuk Kang.

let's brainwash

On behalf of the demons in the tower.

The character I am currently playing.

And.

I'll get you out of here from now on.

Even the character's personality and goals.

Demon (魔人).

It refers to those who have turned their backs on humanity for money, revenge, or personal beliefs.

The mines prevented the players from climbing the tower.

He even held hands with monsters in the labyrinth or ruins.

right, just like now.

After the Tower of Trials came into reality.

[A number of evil deeds, including Coin Farm, are being treated hotly in various media outlets, so the level of awareness of the demons is no less than that of other large guilds.

I've heard of them. But, are you one of them?

Elise put on a look of disbelief.

Well, the mask alone will not be enough to convince you.

if so.

Just let me know.

Information that only mine can know.

On the 27th floor of the tower

[ We have already been in contact with the temple. They taught us all about Ellis-sama's presence here and how to deceive the seals surrounding the entire ruins. ]

Words that come out without interruption.

It's a bonus that there is even a casual expression attached to it.

Indeed... if you know about the temple, it's not just a lie.

Then, do you believe me?

no.

Elise shook her head.

You know too much about us, and you say that you can do things in one step that you thought were impossible for many years.

A beautiful rose has thorns.

More than anything else, I can't easily trust a guy who only talks.

reject.

If it was just a request or a suggestion, it would have been enough if we could just shake hands and leave.

Rejection here is death.

Alice slowly raised her hand.

The vampires who were lined up were dazzling.

As soon as the order was given, Jinhyeok was captured and Teresa was about to be killed.

It's not as easy as you think.

I'm not wasting my age, is this?

If you prove that it's not just words, are you saying that you can believe it then?

Hmm?

Elise stopped raising her hand.

"It would be a burden to kick the temple and our offer simply by heartache, right?"

" "

I'll do anything. If only I had the chance to be a Primary God.

Okay. If you're really a magician...

Alice's gaze passed through Jinhyuk and turned to the back.

You wouldn't feel any reluctance to kill humans.

A blue status window appeared with the horse.

[Unexpected Quest]

What it is: Kill an ally with you.

Reward: Elise's Trust

On Failure: No words will be able to convince Elise.

either kill

either die

Only one of the two options.

And Jinhyuk... .

All right.

Without hesitation, he grabbed the dagger.

Feeling the joy that everything is going according to plan.

What the hell are you doing now!

Teresa shouted with a face stained with betrayal and anger.

He was a strange man from the first time I met him.

Although he was a porter, he showed an overwhelming dance.

A mysterious and somehow warm impression.

So, I remembered the words I had been told to believe and endured and endured.

However.

The moment I saw him nodding his head without hesitation when he told him to kill his comrade.

Doubt turned into certainty.

The opponent's identity was really one of the demons.

"From the beginning were you planning to use me?"

Isn't that kind of question meaningless now?

Jinhyuk extended his dagger forward.

As if there was no need for conversation.

It won't be easy.

Teresa covered herself with a shield.

Are you going to stick with defense?

I know theresa is not an easy opponent.

It is not for nothing that there is a legend that he alone blocked the Outbreak of Amsterdam.

But that's the story of dealing with monsters.

"Have you ever fought against humans ?"

fault!

Jinhyuk's new model disappeared.

...!

back!

Theresa turned her head.

Kak kak!

A heavy shock transmitted to the shield.

The dagger scraped the iron and disappeared.

'Fast!'

Besides, this move.

It's anomalous and it's disgusting.

Kak! Kaka Kaka!

Teresa's complexion turned white at the frantic attack.

I thought that if I just focus on defense, I could survive.

It was a huge mistake.

5 minutes like this? No, three minutes .

That moment when you bit your lip.

Oh .

A sad sigh escaped Teresa's lips.

I read the number wrong.

As a result, the response was wrong.

Of course, it wasn't Jinhyuk who would miss that gap.

Whoops!

A gap left open for smooth movement of a joint.

The dagger dug into places not protected by armor.

Teresa's body shook violently.

An artery had been cut, and red blood gushed from the wound like a fountain.

fatal wound.

Ah... uh...

Teresa, who was moaning, eventually fell down.

And he died just like that.

'One would not be enough.'

Jinhyeok, who wiped the blood from the dagger, turned around.

A trembling raid.

Jinhyuk stood in front of ten of them.

I'm sure it was confirmed through the 'eyes of truth'.

Ududuk!

Jinhyuk broke the gag of the man in the front of them and took off the eyepatch.

Then the man whose freedom had been restrained burst into cheers.

Oh, the rescue team go! Thank you! Thanks to you, I survived huh?

The man, who had been overcome with emotion, interrupted his speech on the way.

Immediately, his face contorted in astonishment.

On the other hand.

Jinhyuk smiled brightly.

Hi?

long time no see

you fucking bastard