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Episode 58. Making Money
Pyo Na-gil was a sensitive awakener.
As an unregistered criminal who committed crimes while avoiding the eyes of the association, I was also good at hiding my claws.
With the support of delicate awakening control, the ability to sense magic will naturally follow.
‘Even I was limited to pretending to be a C-class person in front of him.’
But, he completely deceived me by saying that.
‘An Awakened One who is F-class but not weak.’
Su Ye-hui engraved Kim Ki-ryeo’s face in her eyes.
As this is an important time leading up to the opening of a new era, it would not be a bad idea for dangerous elements to be careful.
***
I finished my meal and went out.
‘Sometimes buffets are nice too~’
In the meantime, Seonwooyeon had told me a lot of stories through text, but the topics weren’t interesting.
The terrorists were actually followers of some pseudo-religious group. There is a possibility that a foreigner was involved in a series of incidents.
‘It’s none of my business.’
This one took a leisurely sip of plum tea.
“Anyway, I’m stressed out because of those terrorists. They’re scattered all over the place, so it’s hard to wipe them out. And now they’re even reaching out to other crimes… .”
“Yes.”
“Boss Steel has been on the rise again recently. I guess they’re trying to get in on the action now.”
“yes.”
“Well, I don’t think there’s much to worry about for someone like Mr. Kiryeo.”
Hurup.
After drinking all the plum tea, I crumpled the paper cup.
To be honest, I barely heard what Seon Woo-yeon said. I was so full I was sleepy.
“Then I will go.”
“Ah! Yes. Come in.”
Today I returned to the gym safely.
And the next day, after lounging around for a while… … .
I was bored just lying around in the small tent, so I went out for a bit to practice my magic.
7 am the next day.
“This is rotten!”
It’s a refreshing start to the day.
I kicked the corpse on the floor and swore at it.
How can this be? I went through all that trouble to collect the sample.
“Arai!”
The result of an experiment on a hard-earned corpse.
It was a failure. A trash body like Kim Ki-ryeo couldn’t control a monster.
Class C, Class D, Class E, Class F. I never thought that the corpse manipulation technique would not activate in any of those sections.
In the end, is the range of things I can handle limited to pigeons and rats?
“No, if I had known this would happen, I wouldn’t have even entered the B-class gate back then. Why on earth did I get grabbed by the collar by Jeong Ha-seong?”
Thump thump thump.
I took out my anger on the corpse of a useless F-class monster. But that didn’t change anything.
“Phew.”
Let’s calm down.
This isn’t the only way to protect your body.
‘I can’t help it.’
There was a time when I looked down on sorcerers who relied on magical tools, but now was not the time to be picky.
‘For the time being, I have no choice but to set a tempo… …!’
The modified incense burner was destroyed by Jeong Ha-seong.
In that case, the most urgent task is to secure a means of attack to replace this.
There is one problem here.
‘How much money was left?’
I don’t have money. I don’t have money.
‘You bastard Kim Ki-ryeo. If you don’t have mana, you should at least have money.’
Whenever I feel a lack of resources, I feel resentful towards the owner of my body. However, reincarnation is already spilled milk.
‘If you think about it, there are more than one or two places where money is needed. I want to change my residence and enjoy the pleasures of earthlings, such as traveling abroad.’
For a while I was wondering how I could make money. And the result that came to mind was… … .
It was the face of an A-class hunter.
“hmm.”
To be honest, it’s an unconscionable thing to say.
After all, isn’t there a method as easy and convenient as sucking the spine of that Earthling?
One option is to try working as an external appraiser.
To be honest, maybe it’s because of the memory of being kidnapped, but I’m not really known for that kind of stuff…
‘Okay. I’ve decided. Let’s take Ahn Yoon-seung’s back.’
I soon made up my mind.
It was like repaying kindness with enmity, but it didn’t matter. The providence of the universe is always cruel.
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-Turrurrur, turrurr.
After reaching a conclusion, I called Seung Yoon without hesitation.
Even though it was a mountainous area with few people, the signal worked well.
-Hello, brother! Hello!
“Yes. Seungah Yoon.”
Last time, I slowly committed small thefts so as not to upset Yunseung.
But now that we know that there is a possibility of corruption among the association staff.
From now on, I’m going to go for it.
“What are you doing? Have you eaten?”
I started off with a friendly greeting.
***
Of course, this guy isn’t all bad either.
I also thought that I should slowly return Ahn Yoon-seung to his work.
‘Let’s end things on a high note before that.’
That A-class hunter wouldn’t know.
Behind this indifferent face of Kim Ki-ryeo, there is a smiling emotion.
“Oh my! Have you been waiting for a long time?”
“no.”
“Brother, you always come out early.”
I carefully chose my words after seeing Ahn Yoon-seung appear at the meeting place. Now, let’s get to the main point.
“As I said on the phone earlier, I plan on entering the gate today… … .”
“yes!”
“I have something to tell you before. If you go in without knowing, you might panic.”
Panic?
Ahn Yoon-seung blinks at those words. Even though the pierced skinhead doesn’t look that innocent.
“The place we need to enter is the A-class gate, ‘Golden Scent.’ Golem Guardians appear as regular monsters.”
Finally, the expected reaction came from Ahn Yoon-seung. His face hardened in an instant.
“Golem… … ?”
But I didn’t stop and listed my plans.
“I’m telling you in advance, don’t expect any help from me. After all, you’re the one who’s going to do the conquest.”
“yes?”
“I plan to let you clear this gate solo.”
He heard my suggestion and then suddenly let out a loud noise.
“How can a beginner like me clear a gate of the same level?!”
It’s rare for Ahn Yoon-seung to talk back.
“And it’s a golem. A golem. You know. Golems are particularly difficult to deal with, even among the same level!”
I waited until he had finished saying everything he wanted to say, and then slowly opened my mouth when he caught his breath.
“But without such an intense experience, will the trauma naturally go away?”
Kim Ki-ryeo’s body is defective in many ways.
Lungs are damaged and magic power is low.
So, the only element I like is this.
“An Yunseung, be honest. If a golem were placed in front of you right now, wouldn’t you be able to deal with it?”
Kim Ki-ryeo’s voice was appealing.
Sound is a major issue. I wish Earthlings had echolocation capabilities.
“Are you afraid of the golem?”
Ahn Yoon-seung swallowed his breath quietly.
Judging by his pale complexion, he seems to be recalling an old incident.
“That kind of fear might gradually subside if you see the golem repeatedly in a safe, controllable situation.”
“older brother.”
“I’m not an expert in this field, and I really didn’t want to use such a drastic method.”
Big. My throat is sore because the wind is dry.
“You’re a hunter.”
“…!”
“I’m always exposed to monsters due to my job. But imagine if one day a dungeon break breaks and a bunch of golems come pouring out.”
Are you sure you won’t panic?
I asked like that. Ahn Yoon-seung couldn’t answer easily.
“Misaligned perceptions must be corrected.”
A young sorcerer who is overwhelmed by fear and cannot develop his skills. What a pity.
“I’ll help you.”
This was the plan for today.
An Yoon-seung overcomes the golem trauma. I recover the materials of the A-class monster.
“Anyone can defeat a golem if they know how to defeat it. It’s easy.”
“What is the strategy?”
“okay.”
Ahn Yoon-seung opens his eyes wide and asks again. This is enough to arouse interest.
“Do you want to give it a try?”
“Hmm.”
“If you’re not sure…. Just catch the one near the entrance and if it doesn’t look like it’ll work, just come out.”
I slowly released the bait. The effect was outstanding.
“Hyung, if you say so… … .”
Soon after, a big shot called A-class hunter was caught.
I spoke quickly before he could change his mind.
“Okay! Let’s apply for gate entry right now!”
Ahn Yoon-seung took out his phone in a daze at my urging. Now all he had to do was turn on the association app and get permission to enter.
But then.
“Sleep, just a moment.”
Ahn Yoon-seung, who was manipulating his cell phone, suddenly stopped. Then he asked a question.
“But if it’s a Class A gate, then you can’t come with me… … .”
I glanced at his phone from the side and tapped on the item for him.
[Enter your information.]
[Number of players: 1 person ■ 2 people □ 3 people □ …]
[Whether or not you are a carrier: YES □ NO ■]
“Okay, that’s enough.”
“older brother?”
“Apply.”
“this.”
“Do it.”
Again, Kim Ki-ryeo’s voice is persuasive.
“What’s the problem?”
“Oh, oh, no.”
Perhaps there is some persuasive power in these cold eyes.
So, Ahn Yoon-seung and I arrived at a certain gate.
As befitting a world named Golden Fragrance, the scenery beyond the passage was splendid.
‘oh.’
A well-paved road.
A dark ceiling. A long, stretching labyrinth.
It’s as if the inside of the pyramid was completely covered in gold.
“Is this real gold?”
“well…….”
But I didn’t pay much attention to this wall. There was something more valuable than gold waiting for us.
“Stay here.”
“brother!”
Close your eyes. Expand your senses.
I turned my head to follow the familiar magical power detected inside the gate.
Then, what catches the eye is… … .
‘Golem Guardian.’
It’s a familiar object.
An autonomous clay doll powered by mana. No matter how you look at it, you can feel the technological prowess of the land of your hometown!
“Oh my.”
Actually, I’ve thought it was strange since a long time ago.
A golem is a golem, but familiar plants and animals are often found in the space called the Gate.
Traces of the familiar Alpha Uri.
In addition, it is an otherworldly space that contains many new substances that I know nothing about.
“It’s newer than last time.”
With this, the identities of those who created the gate are becoming increasingly apparent.
Well, it’s not a problem that needs to be proven right now, so let’s skip it.
“Yoon Seung-ah, are you ready?”
I turned my steps again towards the dungeon entrance where Ahn Yoon-seung was.
“Yes. Just in case, I also added a few more potions earlier. As for the equipment, it’s the same as usual… … .”
“That?”
“Oh, that. Of course I borrowed that too.”
Then Ahn Yoon-seung handed me something.
“Here it is. It’s a rare item box.”
A square box the size of a palm.
Simply put, it’s a magic bag. It can store and carry around a certain amount of any substance found at the gate.
“I really borrowed it. I was wondering if this would work when we were talking on the phone.”
“It’s nothing more than what you said, brother. Of course I should take it! Feel free to use it!”
Haha.
I held the box tightly.
My hands are shaking because I think such a small box costs as much as an average apartment.
“Oh, right, one more thing before we go into the correction. I’ll take care of the core and the magic stone. I’m just giving you some high-level information, so you don’t have to worry about that much, right?”
I proudly showed my greed. I’m going to make a big splash this time anyway and get out of here…
No, not to that extent.
Anyway, I plan to stop using Ahn Yoon-seung.
“A core and a magic stone…? Oh, you’re telling me the strategy, but that’s all…? Yes, yes! If there’s anything you need, take it all!”
Even though I asked for the part that could be called the core of the golem, he didn’t show any sign of displeasure.
‘I need to make it independent quickly.’
It’s perfect.
“Follow me.”
“yep!”
That’s how we set out to subdue the golem.
The first prey happened to be placed near the entrance.
This golem, called the sentinel, is surprisingly not for military use but for civilian security. And the emergency stop command is.
‘Light is used.’
In my hometown, we mostly use sound so it’s rare, but fortunately, Earth is a world where light signals are more important.
“I knew this would happen, so I brought it.”
“yes?”
I took out my hidden tool.
Laser pointer purchased from Da○So.
“Do you see that round bead-like thing stuck in the golem’s head?”
“Oh, yes yes. Blue?”
“You can just shine light on it for about 10 seconds. I don’t know the exact amount of light needed, but since regularity is important anyway, this should be enough.”
For reference, the 10,950 won used to purchase the laser point will be billed to Yunseung later.
“Okay, now that the strategy explanation is over, prepare your defensive skills.”
“yes?”
As soon as I finished speaking, I stepped forward and pressed the button on the laser pointer.
“I said it clearly. Ten seconds.”
-Kugugugugugugu… … .
Click.
As soon as the light was detected, the golem, sensing something unusual, began to wake up from its sleep mode.