140 Rohen Continent (3)
Rohen Continent (3)
'Damn it....'
I screwed up.
'Kim Hyun Sung, damn it.'
I'm totally screwed.
It didn't take long for me to realize that my talent in swordsmanship, everything was all bullshit.
Quietly looking down, I see completely tattered clothes in my sight.
Not only were there holes, but blood was oozing from smooth skin, definitely leaving a remaining scars.
Every joint in my body screamed in agony, and the bruises on my face seemed to explain the recent brawl.
It's not easy to catch my breath right now. I keep exhaling heavily, and my hands are trembling.
'A novice?'
A novice?
"If choosing a genius naturally leads to receiving a profession..."
If I had known that, I wouldn't have chosen Kim Hyun Sung. Maybe I thought I could excel as a swordsman, but after the tutorial's mob and the showdown with the souls, I realized there was no way forward in this direction.
Of course, the profession or growth direction isn't important. After all, the character I chose, Lee Ki-young, is a combatant character by nature...
"No."
He was primarily specialized in rear support tasks, whether riding the swordman route or the magician route didn't matter.
The problem is perhaps that even the minimum means to protect oneself have disappeared.
If I had obtained a job related to alchemy, such as summoning magical beasts or a light alchemist, I could have been sure it would have been helpful in various ways.
According to Chanelle Hermes, the treatment of production workers wasn't that bad, from what I remember.
What about the magician? Utilizing magical knowledge in my head could have quickly propelled me into prominence and allowed me to exert influence accordingly.
I knew I wouldn't have to wield a sword later on, but it still left a bitter taste.
With no meat shields around me now, the only means of protecting myself is a single sword...
'It's like asking to be killed.'
Dangerous things aren't just the monster pups. Humans, when pushed to their limits, reveal their worst selves, and the human figures of those who suddenly fell into this world always defy prediction.
Haven't we witnessed many people, even as modern individuals, displaying behaviors that shatter even the slightest sense of morality they may have had, all in the desire to survive?
Sympathy or ethics are drowned in fear and anxiety, and in such a backdrop, there aren't many who can uphold their beliefs.
'If only Doom Hyun-seong were here, asking for help,' I muttered.
Even Hyun-seong, who received proper education, would have reacted in a similar way. It was obvious how those guys who lived like beasts would react.
"First, I need to establish a camp."
I can't afford to be suddenly attacked like this again.
[The Dusk sword god is relieved that you are safe.]
"...."
[The Dusk Sword God is concerned about your well-being. They say you need to treat your wounds immediately.]
[The Sunset Sword God bursts into tears. ]
'Why the hell are you crying, you idiot?'
[The Gatekeeper of the Sky says that it seems impossible for you to grow as an swordsman.]
'What are you talking about? But... the Gatekeeper of the Sky? Seriously, go die.'
[The gentle hands that touch the leather say they will find a way to help you.]
[The lowest abyss in the depths of the abyss looks at you with worried eyes.]
The voices continued to echo in my head, but I didn't have time to respond to each one.
Creating a safe zone was the priority now. The surroundings were covered in thick bushes and trees. I hadn't properly learned how to read tracks, but nothing is impossible for the eyes of the mind.
I stored the small traces that couldn't be seen with ordinary eyes, from the scratches on the trees to the distinct footprints.
"It's tough." If I had known, I would have trained my stamina.
If I had Deok-gu with me, he would have helped me carry those heavy branches.
Honestly, I couldn't tell if I was doing things right or not, to the point where I didn't know what else to say. I had some experience with guerrilla warfare, but... come to think of it, it seemed like Deon-gu had taken care of all the odd jobs.
"It's getting darker."
There was still quite a bit of time left until the camp was complete.
'Damn it... Those creatures in the distance... they're starting to howl.'
Our side's tutorial was like that too, but it's always more dangerous at night than during the day.
Especially in this kind of forest.
I looked around once again, and I could see a few low-level mobs in the distance.
After confirming that there was nothing nearby, I felt relieved.
My body was cold, and I wanted to light a bonfire, but I couldn't recklessly start a fire in case the monster offspring discovered me.
After entering a makeshift shelter made of leaves that seemed like it would collapse at any moment, took out a blanket from my bag and wrapped myself tightly.
A few traps that didn't seem like traps. The basic alchemy kit, Lee Ki-young's special potion set, and light bomb potions were all unusable for now.
I caught sight of the snacks I brought due to a sudden feeling of hunger, but I couldn't eat them freely because I didn't know the sense of smell of the tutorial mobs.
[The owner of the Magical Mirror sees potential in you. They commend your tenacious vitality.]
[The owner of the Magical Mirror has sponsored 500 coins.]
'Absurd.'
[The lowest abyss in the depths Abyss has sponsored 1,000 coins.]
[The lowest abyss supports you.]
'Unbelievable.'
I began to hear whispers from some higher-ups watching this way and sending messages,but there were no guys asking what this situation was or how they would compensate.
I furrowed my brows for a moment in the confusing situation, but after thinking for a while, I quickly reached a conclusion.
Even here...
'So there are factions...'
There will likely be many who don't even know that the gods of sacrifice and resurrection have entered the Rohan continent.
Unlike the elite few who properly manage the continent, the higher-ups in Rohan are scattered like grains of sand.
In the setting, there are beings called geniuses who sponsor and support humans with potential, growing their influence and growing together.
Perhaps if the humans under their management grow or achieve accomplishments, they will receive benefits from those beings.
Rather...
"It's only natural."
In the Chanelia Hermes faction, it would be a natural flow to want to hide the fact that the gods of sacrifice and resurrection have come to the Rohan continent...
Perhaps there is even a debate going on about Woo Hyo-yul's return.
In the case of lower or middle-ranking gods, they may not even realize that they have returned.
Considering all this, I couldn't help but conclude that there are more relationships involved than what I initially thought.
Even if the continent becomes one, they can't separate the guardian gods.
So, from the Chanelia side, only some VIPs will be informed of our entry...
It wouldn't be wrong to think that noticeable sponsorship or convenience won't be granted.
I don't know how Kim Hyun-sung's choice and sponsorship will be received, but...
[The Holy Mistress of the Night sponsors you with 1,000 coins.]
[The Holy Mistress of the Night advises to beware of the Dusk sword god and says that choosing him as a genius was a mistake.]
[The Holy Mistress of the Night says that gods do not help humans without any reason. Maybe there is something he wants from you, so ultimately, holding his hand is no different from selling one's body and soul.]
'So this is how they perceive it.'
The owner of the Magical Mirror also claims to have never heard of the dusk swordsman. They say he must be a minor god.]
[The owner of the Magical Mirror expresses disgust towards those like the dusk swordsman. They advise that even if he currently wants nothing from you, he will want various things in the future.]
[The lowest abyss in the Abyss talks about the fate of humans who sell their body and soul to gods.]
'I roughly understand the situation.'
While some are busy building their careers, there are also those who just enjoy playing with humans...
It seemed like in their eyes, the Dusk swordsman appeared as a hooligan who profanes the sacred.
[The Gatekeeper of the Sky insults you as a rogue.]
This bastard. You've been annoying since earlier.
[The lowest abyss in the Abyss comforts you.]
These guys haven't even heard of the dusk swordsman.
Even though it's said to be a quite distant dimension, it's unimaginable how little they know about the external situation.
It also suggests how vast the Rohan continent is. Even with three demon overlords fallen and not completely devoured, it might be due to the overlords checking each other, but perhaps it's also because of Rohan's size.
'In terms of land, the number of guardian gods, and the continent's population, is the Rohan continent significantly ahead?'
Of course, just because it's larger in size doesn't mean it's better. In fact, there's a sufficient possibility for various complications.
No, it's already a complete mess.
A familiar voice came at that moment.
[Are you the gods of sacrifice and resurrection?]
[...]
The person in charge of the tutorial.
[I, I'd like to cautiously express something.]
[...]
[Gods of sacrifice and resurrection?]
[How will this be compensated for?]
[Yes?]
[I don't need anything else. Ask the responsible person how they plan to compensate for this. I remember it was clearly written in the contract....]
[....]
[Don't they teach you here that you'll lose everything if you deceive?]
[I'm not in a position to say... the higher-ups are currently looking into it. Gods of sacrifice and resurrection.]
[The conversation I heard seems a bit different. Of course, I didn't expect there to be no faction, but doesn't this seem a bit odd?]
[That's not it. Gods of sacrifice and resurrection. That... faction....]
[....]
[....]
[Um, I'm just a grunt, so I don't know everything... Ah, probably around five or six... Not all are factions; many operate individually....]
'This is a mess. Seriously.'
[You'll be from the Chanelia side....]
[....]
Silent agreement.
[Hasn't it been quite a while? It seems to be settled from the top... I should find out what direct investment Chanelia Hermes can offer. No, I need to know the compensation, not just the investment.]
'They really see people as pushovers.'
I guess they thought they could only sacrifice.
[First, Chanelia Hermes mentioned that they had no intention to deceive the gods of sacrifice and resurrection... They said there are many information under system security, and they planned to disclose it after obtaining proper approval... They believed there would be no problem if the god of magic joins them...]
"That's your problem. If you listen to nonsense from insignificant jerks, then... Do you think I should sympathize with your situation? Isn't this entire conversation being transmitted to the higher-ups? Make sure it's clearly conveyed. If you don't want to see the sight of me swallowing your words in one dimension..."
[....]
[That's your problem. If you listen to nonsense from insignificant jerks, then... Do you think I should sympathize with your situation? Isn't this entire conversation being transmitted to the higher-ups? Make sure it's clearly conveyed. If you don't want to see the sight of me swallowing your words in one dimension...]
[....]
Um... First, Chanelia Hermes...]
"...."
[A hand that touches leather donates 100,000 coins.]
"...."
"...."
'Seems like a bribe.'
Whether they get upset or not, they seem to be thinking of expressing their sincerity right now.
[The dusk swordsman donates 110,000 coins.]
'Why are you bidding again? Seriously.'
[A soft hand that touches leather donates 150,000 coins.]
"...."
[The dusk swordsman donates 200,000 coins.]
Is this an auction? This person is insane.
[The dusk-swordsman assures you to be at ease.]
This isn't an auction.
[The dusk-swordsman smiles.]
"...."
"...."
[The gatekeeper of the sky insults you, calling you a soul-selling scoundrel.]
