CH 190

. How to make a double job change for a deceased person (2)

Not only time, but space itself seemed to have been cut out of causation.

A clock dyed in achromatic colors.

There, Macedros, whose smile had completely disappeared, looked at Jinhyuk.

"I guess I don't think I'm just that kind of person."

So I told you. Listen and decide.

Jinhyuk shrugged.

I'll ask you first. How do you know my name?

'Corrupting Heart' is the name of the Demon King I serve. If this is the case, all your questions will be answered at once.

As a familiar tinnitus popped out, Macedros's forehead twitched.

there's no way you don't know

How could you not know?

One of the only 10 Demon Kings in the demon world.

'It's so helpful that the 5th floor made a suggestion to me.'

On the 5th floor, he threatened, not encouraged, to change to his apostleship.

At the time, I was only annoyed by the annoying curses and rants, but now that I see it, I can use it so usefully.

...the fact that it was directly related to the Demon King...

That's right. I'm the 'Black Apostle' who serves him. I came here to reinforce information about the Holy Relic.

Jinhyuk tilted his head toward one of the stiffened people.

Melena belongs to the Mine Association.

Demon Clan Macedros cannot miss the demonic energy that is unique to Mine.

Moreover, the special class 'Black Apostle' with the Demon King as a guardian was a player who climbed the tower as the hands and feet of the Demon King, and was in a position to access various information about the demon world faster than anyone else.

indeed .

Macedros nodded as if he understood himself.

If the target was a black apostle, he heard his true name through 'Corrupting Heart'.

Knowing the location of the relic that can release the sealed Demon King.

it all made sense

However.

Why does the Apostle of the Decaying Heart want to tell me the location of the Holy Relic? If I break the seal of the person I serve, it won't be of any benefit to you.

The interests of the demon world were also quite intricately intertwined, but the Decaying Heart and the Demon King served by Macedros were not allies.

Of course, that fact was also within the range that Jinhyuk knew.

So that's what I'm saying.

Jinhyuk pretended to be calm. Raising the corners of the lips is a bonus.

As you know, our Demon King isn't interested in ranking competitions or anything like that. At the very least, even demons say that they won't work for our Demon King?

A Demon King who converts a player that looks reasonably useful to a Black Apostle, and enjoys playing games with him.

That was the inclination of the Demon King 'Beliel' with the nickname 'Corrupting Heart'.

After all the hungry ghosts hit each other, Macedros finally dispelled his doubts.

This is because this information was really inside information that could never be found unless the opponent was a Black Apostle.

It's fun. So you want to switch ropes?

Looking at the Demon King you serve, he seems to be active. I like an ambitious master. I'll hand over the location of the relic, so promise me a future instead.

Promise me the future... Are you saying that you want to become our side's black apostle?

Yeah. It won't be easy because of the contract, but there is one way.

I'm listening.

If you can enter the 'Displaced Rift'... then you can break the contract with the Demon King, just give me the key to enter it.

[Misaligned crack.]

Yes. This is the key.

If you are trapped in a crack that completely changes the concept of space and time, you will be trapped inside for at least a year.

An apostle who has not been directly replenished with demonic energy for more than 3 months will eventually be forcibly disconnected from the Demon King.

' Using that point, you can get a ticket to enter the rift.'

Jinhyuk managed to calm his trembling heart.

Compared to other places, this overwhelmingly abundant crack in mana was a huge performance in itself.

Of course, it was possible to increase the skill level, as well as the delicious amount of experience monsters and the extreme survival environment there must also be a foundation for growth.

'Go ahead and ask.'

It's not a bad deal, is it?

One side gets the location of the relic that they have been waiting for.

One gets paid for telling it.

As an added bonus, it is possible to avoid hitting and fighting here, so it is truly a one stone three group.

Of course, to me, it means one stone three birds.

" "

After thinking for a while, Macedros asked again.

You want to enter the rift voluntarily? Is that a place even Demon Clans are reluctant to go?

If you want to play in the higher waters, you have to endure that much trouble.

Fuhahaha! I like that attitude. Well, it must have been that he was chosen as an apostle for his shameless and vicious point.

At Jinhyuk's clever reply, Macedros went crazy.

He seems to like his honest and direct tone of voice.

Thanks for the compliment. Listen to it as an acceptance.

Jinhyuk smiled brightly.

But.

no.

Macedros shook his head.

It doesn't mean rejection.

Rather .

He was expecting something else with a face full of anticipation and curiosity.

No matter how much you know, you can't accept it until you see it in person.

Opportunity to become a direct subordinate of the Demon King.

I can't give such a performance with just one tooth.

Of course, it was a statement of his will that he could not promise anything until he proved his dance worthy of it.

I'm pretty tired from using my body all the time, can't we do it next time?

Unfortunately, there is no next time. If you don't live up to your expectations, you'll have to pay the price for ruining my plans.

Does dropping out mean death?

The ideology is very similar to the damn company out there. It may be a nuisance, but seeing it hurts my spine.

May I ask one thing before we begin?

Of course.

First, how strict is the security of this barrier-like thing you've put up now?

The manager, of course, no one else can peek inside. No mana as big as a fingernail will leak out. So, you don't have to worry about that.

Macedros shrugged.

But, why are you curious about that?

It's nothing.

only.

Because I didn't want my abilities to be discovered by annoying people.

Originally... Considering the eyes of the Egyptians, I was not planning to use this ability.

However, if the situation was like this, the story would be different.

It's as if there was no need to come out with a low profile if it wasn't for that kind of restriction.

It is a face that does not believe in the slightest.

Seriously, I can't help but look like that just by saying it.

if so.

You just have to show them a little to taste.

How arrogant it was to threaten you with a cheeky test or something.

Moment.

Color is overlaid on the achromatic world.

'This ?'

An earthquake struck Macedros' pupil.

It's faint, but definitely.

Obviously, I felt a sense of incongruity with the black and white clock.

It's impossible.

The ability to affect barriers that you fully control.

"You you are."

The words of Macedros did not end there.

[The unique ability 'Sanctuary of the Sun' is activated.]

[The unique ability 'Black Heaven Demon Hwanggong (黑天魔皇功)' is activated.]

Two abilities were manifested.

['Black Sanctuary' is built.]

kukuku kuk kuk!

The image world has been changed.

Black Sanctuary.

It refers to a sacred place that has not been defiled by any external enemies.

And.

This place made up of the black sun and the desert .

There was not enough to give the enemy the same weight as the deep sea.

Do I need any more proof of qualifications?

Jinhyuk asked.

With momentum like Mt. Taesan It was a question.

" "

Macedros remained silent with a hardened face.

Until Sanctuary was activated, if it felt like it was fitting in with a human being's banquet.

After Sanctuary was activated, the concept of Jinhyeok was completely redefined.

'I wonder if such a person exists... .'

one step.

If you take one more step forward, you might be swallowed up by the blackened sand and never be able to get out.

This world was out of common sense to the extent that I thought like that.

'It's not something you can't kill if you do your best, but... .'

That's not a test.

It's just a bloody battle where you have to fight for your life.

More than anything else, the idea that there is a chance to win against humans is the only thing that comes to mind. It was absurd for Macedros.

The qualifications are sufficient. Actually, at this point, it would be right to ask him to come this way. I've met a few Grand Masters who became Black Apostles, but you are by far the most unique.

These words are sincere.

That's how much the person in front of me was coveted.

If a person with such enormous power becomes their 'black apostle', they will gather relics at once to resurrect the Demon King... .

Once again.

Yes, you will be able to challenge yourself to the top of the tower once again.

In an instant, Macedros scattered the mana he had gathered.

At the same time, Jinhyuk also disbanded 'Black Sanctuary'.

'Are there idiots who converted to apostles? shit. This might be a bit of a pain in the butt... .'

A brief thought passed by.

huuuuuuoooooooooooooooooooo

The blackened clock returned to its original state, and the stopped time began to flow again.

with that... .

The transaction was made.

Macedros reached out to Jinhyuk.

Suddenly, a black key appeared in his hand.

This is the key you want.

[Key to the Rift]

Acquisition Difficulty: Unmeasurable

Description: A key to the rift, owned by only a small percentage of the giants in the upper floors of the tower. It is also very difficult to obtain, and even if you get the key, finding the crack is another matter.

Finally got this in my hands.

It's also a good thing to say.

There was nothing incomparable to the pleasure of having things fit together like gears meshing together.

'I was a little afraid that we would keep fighting.'

If it had not been possible to copy a unique ability comparable to divinity, Macedros would have attacked without hesitation.

By his standards, 'useful' was at a level that far exceeded any boss.

After finishing everything, Jinhyuk looked around.

Macedros had disappeared, leaving behind a black key.

All that is left is to get out of this place by recovering the players and the rest of the Lockheed Guild who lost consciousness from exhaustion.

That was then.

Lord, lord, are you all right? That guy...!

Did a human kill that goddamn bastard?

Wolyoung and Caracal ran one step at a time.

The intimidation of Macedros must have been considerable, but seeing that he did not lose his mind in the midst of it, both of them are objects.

'Actually, these are the employees I have chosen, but of course, this should be enough.'

Jinhyeok, who smiled, patted Wolyeong and Caracal on the shoulder.

I'll tell you in a little while. First, take the players and go to the maze entrance. Then come back without being noticed.

It's also important to go outside and get in the spotlight, of course. Because I purposely wore a mask to promote Unknown's brand value.

But rather than that .

There is one thing left to consider right now.

After a while, Jinhyuk, who confirmed that everyone had disappeared, muttered toward the air.

I know you're watching. Do you have anything to say to me?

OK.

Pants Chun!

Sparks jumped out of the air as if waiting.