Episode 160
‘I never thought things would go on like this.’
Half human and half beast. Denis, the owner of the Patran Forest. He was one of the important figures that X could not forget.
Creak. X’s jaw joints were shaking in excitement.
-This is my first time seeing a dragon with so much charm.
-I’m embarrassed to tell you, but I brought it from my hometown. I used to look into it every time I missed my hometown, but after this incident, I no longer need it.
Denis reacted calmly even after seeing Yongyong and thought the leaves of the world tree, a legendary grade item, were no big deal!
As a result, Hunriquel did not see anything in vain.
X’s gaping eye sockets looked towards the end of the world.
“… Denise’s hometown is over there.”
A place where the World Tree exists and giant dragons are active!
In fact, it was X who doubted Denise’s words. Isn’t it natural that it’s hard to believe? No matter where I searched for information about the World Tree, I couldn’t find anything, let alone the dragon, which was only told in legend.
‘I’m finally starting to understand.’
But what if the land where the World Tree exists is hidden beyond the end of the world? The story changes.
The end of the world is a place that you cannot even dare to approach without the help of the tough Kurula warriors.
Rattling!
X’s vibrating joints stopped moving.
‘This means we can monopolize the new continent full of dreams and hopes.’
It’s not just another continent, it’s a continent where the World Tree and dragons exist!
Ah, just thinking about it already makes me feel happy. Hunrikel asked X, who was literally playing drums and janggu by himself.
“Dennis? It’s a name I’ve never heard of… What are you talking about? Didn’t I see something wrong?”
What’s the use of hiding it?
Seeing is worth hearing.
X searched through his inventory and took out a leaf from the world tree. Still, I was shocked.
Because the twinkling leaves of the World Tree were emitting a soft light unlike before.
Hunriquel’s pupils dilated.
“Now wait a minute. “This is the light of the tree I saw back then…?!”
“Yes, the giant tree you saw was the World Tree.”
“That can’t be possible.”
Hunriquel was mesmerized. Regardless of the existence of the World Tree, I was glad that I had not seen something in vain. The guilt of that day seemed to ease a little.
Hunriquel, who had been looking at the leaves for a while, opened his mouth.
“X, may I ask you a favor?”
“ask? “Just say it.”
This seems to be the flow of the Mana Quest. In response to X’s bold answer, Hunriquel continued.
“Even if what X said is true, I can’t completely shake off the mistakes of that day. And that shouldn’t be the case. So, can you show me more solid evidence?”
Tiroling!
A quest came to mind.
《Unforgettable scenery of that day》
Hunrikel, a Kurula boy with special eyes, witnessed an unknown continent at the end of the world 10 years ago. Ten years later, with your appearance, Hunriquel had an opportunity to resolve the misunderstandings.
Condition: Prove the existence of the unknown continent
Difficulty: A+
Reward: A trusting relationship with Hunriquel
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X let out a dark laugh.
‘If I didn’t know anything, I would have been scared.’
A+ rank!
However, X had a vague understanding of the unknown continent. A continent in another dimension where the world tree takes root and dragons glide across the sky!
Since we had to prove its existence, the level of difficulty of A+ was by no means excessive. Of course, there was no reason for X to refuse.
For a split second, X shook his head.
‘Well, I guess I could just bring some special products or souvenirs.’
Additionally, as a reward, you can build a trusting relationship with Hunriquel at the end of intimacy.
He doesn’t know a single thing about human affairs, and it’s possible that Hunriquel may grow into a warrior with outstanding abilities in the future.
After completing the calculation, X opened his mouth.
“of course!”
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Rapid advance towards the Kurula area!
The sky was clear and the sea was calm. At this rate, it seemed like we could reach Kurula the next day.
A full day has passed since X died.
“at las!”
Let’s clear our heads!
X, who was in the middle of a useless meditation, got up from his chair in order to learn the secret techniques of the Kurula warrior as soon as possible.
Then he immediately picked up the dried kraken legs lying on the deck.
Munching.
Tiroling!
“Tsk tsk, this is the only way to feel safe.”
The embodiment of greed.
As soon as X returned to his original body, he began sucking on the Kraken’s legs.
Valuable unique ingredients! Since there was still quite a bit left, I decided to get rid of it all before arriving at Kurula.
The warriors clicked their tongues when they saw X.
“It’s such a huge appetite. “I don’t even dare to follow!”
“No matter how good X’s skills are, he feels a bit bitten by eating only the Kraken for every meal. But those two…”
“That’s right. “The two of them really hit it off.”
Wagu wagu.
Yongyong kills the Kraken’s leg in an instant by X’s side! Because Yongyong was so voracious, even
‘You have to grow up quickly and protect your weak master.’
Indeed, Yongyong was the only one who could call X weak.
X was busy cooking without even knowing about it.
Sizzle! A warrior came running towards X, who was frying ingredients.
“X, how can you cook this guy?”
A boring return to port and fishing to soothe the mouth bitten by the Kraken!
The warriors procured their own food through spear fishing.
However, thanks to the warriors’ knack for cooking, X was constantly asked for favors.
“There’s nothing I can’t do as long as you give me a bite!”
Equivalent exchange of stats and cooking.
Thanks to this, X was able to return to Kurula with increased experience, proficiency, and stats.
The warriors who finally arrived at the Kurula region let out loud shouts as they stepped on the ground.
“Haha! “I’m sorry, but I couldn’t die this time either!”
Shortest record!
Not only that, the bloody voyage that set a record of zero casualties was completely over.
Tiroling! An alarm rang in X’s ears.
[You have succeeded in your quest!]
The warriors returned to their respective homes. Is there any need to delay? X was planning to learn secret techniques from Bjolaf.
Vjolaf, who was heading to his office, suddenly opened his mouth.
“Thank you for listening to my unreasonable request.”
Blunt but sincere words.
X answered.
“It’s far-fetched. Rather, thank you for the recommendation! This bloody voyage truly achieved great results. “Next time something like this happens again, please feel free to call me.”
“Haha, I’m glad you think so.”
Vjolaf smiled slightly and turned his gaze towards the village.
The village was in turmoil at the return of the noisy warriors. A woman’s voice was heard crying from one side.
“So you’re not hurt anywhere?”
“of course. “A rib fracture can’t even be considered an injury!”
“Ugh, you stupid idiot!”
Tears of relief.
Warriors who longed for death on the battlefield also had families.
Even the residents of Kurula, who are always close to death, would not welcome losing their precious child, husband, or lover.
Vjolaf continued.
“Warriors always want a great death, but it’s different from a family’s perspective. “Maybe we forced them to have courage they didn’t want.”
Something other than wrong.
Vjolaf’s gaze had suddenly shifted to Hunriquel.
Certainly the leader was a leader.
Unlike warriors like Ilex, Vjolaf had serious concerns.
Vjolaf let out a bitter smile.
“I guess my grandfather thought the same thing as me.”
A promise between the Gourmet King and Lolaf!
Soon Vjolaf entered the office and began talking about his predecessor’s promise.
X, who had been listening quietly for a while, twitched his eyebrows.
‘How many blank checks did this guy pass around?’
The Gourmet King promised to give the land of the continent to Rolaf!
It makes no sense for the warlike Kurula warriors to be under someone’s control. Therefore, the Gourmet King declared that he would give Rolaf an independent land that would not be ruled by the Kingdom of Arba.
‘Yeah, that’s fine.’
The Gourmet King would be able to receive support from Kurula warriors as needed, and the Kurula people were expanding their power to the continent.
Also, on the vast continent, people like Hunriquel were able to find their aptitude.
X swallowed deeply.
‘But if you make a promise, shouldn’t you keep it until the end?!’
Now, hundreds of years have passed since that promise, the Gourmet King has become one of the common heroes.
The achievement of establishing the Kingdom of Arba belonged to the traitor Ras Loren.
Tuk-tuk.
Vjolaf smiled and patted X on the shoulder.
“I have a general idea of the situation on the continent, having heard about it through merchants. “That’s what I said, but I have no intention of forcing you to keep your ancestor’s promise now.”
A promise that is realistically impossible. Vjolaf knew that too.
But even in the midst of all this, X was thinking about it once more. In a split second, X thoroughly calculated the pros and cons.
‘The Kingdom of Arba is an enemy that must be defeated someday.’
Also for the truth of the Gourmet King.
Also to prevent the resurrection of other beings.
The Kingdom of Arba was an enemy that must be defeated. What if the Kingdom of Arba collapses in the future and the truth is revealed? There was no way the Gourmet King and Lolaf could not keep their promise.
furthermore.
‘Kurula warriors are among the strongest among NPCs.’
This means that you will have a reliable support group that is second to none.
So, like a warrior, X answered passionately.
“No, promises are meant to be kept. Of course, I don’t have the ability to protect it right now. But I will do my best to keep my predecessor’s promise!”
“X, you really are….”
For a moment, Vjolaf was slightly moved.
X’s subtle words continued.
“Anyway, I think we might be able to keep our promise sooner if we work with the brave Kurula warriors?”
The battle-mad warriors of Kurula!
Currently, the continent was in chaos itself.
Every day, the owner of the territory changes and fortresses that were considered safe collapse.
There is no way that even Xernis of X will be safe forever.
‘Even if only 15 people follow us, it’s a huge force.’
So, X was planning to hire Kurula warriors as Xernis’ soldiers.
Even if he was an ordinary Kurula warrior, he had a fighting power that could overwhelm most city guard captains.
Bjolaf showed interest in X’s words.
“X, can you tell me in more detail?”
Is it possible?
X told a story about Xernis. For X, who had persuaded even the world’s most cowardly Dongles, persuading Vjolaf was a piece of cake.
As soon as he finished speaking, Vjolaf asked back with some doubt.
“Is there really a land like that on the continent?”
If what X said is true, there was no place better suited for Kurula warriors to adapt to the continent.
There are few residents who can experience conflict, and there are plenty of high-level monsters around to stimulate the spirit of victory.
Moreover, the lord is like a blood brother to X.
X drove a wedge into Vjolaf, who didn’t believe it.
The corners of his mouth rose in a sly manner.
“If you have a hard time believing this, why don’t we go see it together? Of course, after I learn Kurula’s secret technique!”
Munchkin that I eat all by myself