Solo Max-Level Newbie - Chapter 795



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Episode 795. Dragons’ Stronghold ‘Salt Lake’ (2)

How much time has passed since I entered the ruins?

It was nice to escape the flash eaters and breeding yetis, but what followed was an even more unrealistic scene.

This is because, rather than entering the 50th floor, the ‘Root of the Mountain Range’ was transformed into a place that was more than just foreign, simply by being infused with the magic power of the 50th floor.

Kwah! Kwah! Kwah!

A bizarre five-headed creature several tens of meters long passed by.

Rain, rain.

Blood is flowing out.

The ones who are eating are the meat-eating Seoljins.

Pieces of meat, cut and crushed here and there, gulped down my throat.

“Ugh.”

Ellis frowned.

“… … .”

Jinhyuk also looked at the giant creature passing by with a displeased expression.

He is the one who gave it the name ‘Ugly Hydra’.

On the 50th floor, many unidentified monsters and unofficial monsters appear, so I used to give them names and levels based on my own standards.

Jinhyeok especially preferred to express the highs and lows as ‘stars’.

For example, if ‘Yukjongseol-in’ is 1 star and ‘Flash Eater’ is 3 stars… .

This guy is a 5 star monster.

In fact, it had the power and ability to establish its own territory without any problems, even if it was placed on the 50th floor.

‘It’s not so strong that you have to avoid it, but it’s not like you have to kill it every time you see it.’

The goal of these ruins is not to exterminate monsters.

By now, Teresa and Malang Black Crane would have begun their operation to recruit the Jin tribe.

The important thing is to create a timing where all the plans mesh together perfectly.

“Everyone, apply this.”

Jinhyuk, who confirmed that the Ugly Hydra had completely disappeared from sight, pulled out a dark yellow liquid from the subspace.

“What is this?”

The frost spirit touched the liquid as if it was curious.

It has a sweet scent like honey, but is smooth and not sticky.

“Think of it as a trump card that allows you to go downstairs.”

I gathered materials here and there and made it, but due to various circumstances, I couldn’t complete it perfectly.

Still, I added something that can fill that gap, so I think I can fool my opponents enough.

Peach juice from the peach tree.

It is time to fully enjoy the rewards of sweating and working hard on Hwagwasan Mountain.

Everyone applied the liquid thoroughly to their faces, arms, and legs as if they were applying moisturizing cream.

“Horok.”

I saw Ellis taking a few sips because she couldn’t stand the sweet scent, but I just pretended not to notice.

Seeing you licking it without even knowing what the original ingredients were, I wish you would reveal the cooking process later.

I don’t know for sure, but I was sure I would pass out foaming at the mouth.

But that was exactly when it happened.

Phew.

A foul breath rose from the ground.

Push, push, push!

“Something is coming!”

The frost spirit shouted.

“Tch.”

“… … !?”

Adele and Ellis also took their positions.

As he said, the ground was shaking violently.

Before we could figure out what it was, a mysterious creature appeared.

“Koooooooo!”

A giant earthworm with thousands of teeth popped out.

A wiggling torso.

His whole body was covered in dust, as if he had been moving at high speed while digging through a pile of dirt.

“Damn it. How is it that there isn’t a single place where I can feel safe?”

Adele swung her sword, spitting out curses.

Choaack!

A light sword strike to gauge the enemy’s strength.

Crunch!

The results were somewhat shocking.

This is because, unlike when he appeared with overwhelming force, his torso was completely cut off by a soft sword.

“What, the end?”

Adele looked at the falling flesh, spewing blood.

“… No. It’s just beginning.”

Only Jinhyuk noticed the real intention behind this situation.

‘Gravel-eating earthworm’.

Despite its size and speed, it eats only dirt and gravel.

This means that it is a monster at the bottom of the food chain that is not only non-carnivorous, but also easy to tame.

But, just one thing.

There is a point where he could be a threat.

as soon as.

The part where it was said that a safe path could be created through a tunnel.

Just like right now.

Thud.

A familiar voice was heard amidst the falling blood and dust.

“… … Really, you are the kind of person who always catches us off guard. How do you even know about this place?”

The original owner of the Crown of Despair.

It was Permut.

Behind them are the high-ranking elders of the twelve zodiac signs… .

There was even a sense of presence that corresponded to a ‘king’.

Kwakwakwakwang!

Kwaaaaang!

“Kwaaah!”

“Stop it. Stop them from coming!”

The only silver lining is that the arrival of gravel-eating earthworms has irritated the flash eaters.

There was a fairly loud mix of screams and fighting sounds from the Zodiac warriors located at the rear of the tunnel.

Well, I guess it’s inevitable that you’ll be embarrassed.

Because you have to experience it firsthand to know how hungry the Flash Eaters are.

Secondly, one of the silver linings was that the most annoying Akasha didn’t come along.

but.

‘They’re already catching up.’

Jinhyuk wet his lips with his tongue.

The situation is not good enough to be overly optimistic and only think of hopeful scenarios.

I thought that my visit to these ruins would be discovered someday, but I didn’t expect it to happen this quickly.

Even in this vast place, they were able to pinpoint their exact location.

Coincidence?

No way.

[The magical power flowing from the ‘Crown of Despair’ becomes even stronger.]

The trade-off for owning the crown is greater than expected.

Especially when it comes to such dangerous relics, the risk cannot be ignored.

If you make a mistake, you could end up in the worst possible situation where the board is completely destroyed.

***

Same time.

At the mouth of the salt lake, a comma was placed, marking a halt to the fierce fighting.

“… … .”

The Uma King stared blankly at his right arm.

Smoke rose from the charred arm.

This wound.

This pain.

When on earth was it that he was pushed to this extent?

Was it when we fought against Jecheon Daeseong a long time ago?

or not.

Long before that, when I was a child and didn’t know how high the sky was, was it when I went up to the 50th floor and fought against the primordial beings?

What is certain is that it is something I have only experienced in my dulled memories.

“Krrrr… .”

“Kieee.”

The shoggas, caught in the waves of divine power, staggered and rose to their feet.

Even those with primordial magical power flowing through them were a burden to Teresa, who fought in Seraphim form.

This is the result.

We entered the entrance to the salt lake, halfway through, but we missed the most important guide, the Cheonhye Stream.

In addition, Teresa, who had been waiting for enough time, also left the battlefield at a certain point.

I was completely defeated in the first battle.

“This is quite a rare sight. I never thought I would see the great Ox King miss his prey.”

Barabys approached with a start.

It was a bonus that he had a strange smile on his lips, as if he was glad that the Uma King had failed.

“It was just more difficult than I expected. Next time we meet, I won’t miss it.”

“Hahaha! Of course you would. If there is a next time.”

“What does that mean?”

“This time we’ll take the lead. You get out.”

“what?”

At Baraby’s words, flames lit up in the demon king’s pupils.

But Barabys didn’t even blink an eyebrow.

“You thought you’d get a second chance after I set the stage for you and you ate it all up?”

As the primordial beings began to fully intervene on the 49th floor, the Demon King also had the opportunity to raise his level.

It simply means that you can become a transcendent being who can encompass the entire 50 floors, beyond the level you are on.

Naturally, Barabys had no choice but to be wary of a powerful rival emerging.

They were enough to enjoy Northidic’s favor.

Above all else.

Unlike the Uma King who had missed all the clues, this one had a corner he believed in.

“Lord Barabys. I found it.”

A giggling voice was heard from the shadows.

While the Uma King was focused on the battle, Shogus was chasing after the Malrang Black Crane and Cheonhye Ryu.

Unlike the usual weapons of massacre with little intelligence, it was a superior entity that was awakened by injecting it with a specially cherished soul.

good.

Finally, we were able to pinpoint the location of the ‘Mujinryong’ that had been hidden away.

If we can capture the core members of the Goinmul Corporation and make the dragons kneel…

“Hahahaha!”

Barabys burst into flames.

I felt like everything was flowing in the most ideal way I had hoped for.

***

Same time.

The innermost part of the salt lake.

A vast wilderness unfolded before us, with trees growing covered in pure white crystals.

“Wow… .”

Teresa, who had left the enemies behind and joined late, let out an exclamation of admiration.

The lake just a moment ago was beautiful, but the place we were in now held a mysteriousness that was on a whole other level.

So much so that the fatigue from battle completely disappears.

And in the middle of it all.

A large number of people were gathered.

Of course, these are not human.

They only had human appearances on the outside. They were all members of the polymorphic Jin tribe.

“Are you here?”

The man with black hair nodded slightly at Teresa.

Although the appearance had changed a lot, the magical power flowing out was quite familiar.

“I guess the wound wasn’t too bad. That’s fortunate.”

Natural products.

It was the dragon that was defeated by the Demon King.

“Thanks to you, my life was saved. Come here. Our king is waiting.”

“yes.”

Teresa swallowed dryly and walked away.

The purpose of coming here is to persuade Mujinryong.

Although I received various negotiation cards from Jinhyeok, I couldn’t help but feel nervous.

As we made our way through the crowd and went a little further in, a throne decorated with magnificent jewels appeared.

“Are you a human belonging to the Goinmul Corporation?”

A handsome man with a statuesque appearance opened his mouth.

I could tell instinctively.

That guy is Mujinryong.

“Yes. I am Teresa, representing the forces.”

“I’ve heard of you several times. You’re famous in many ways.”

Mujinryong continued to treat Teresa with a cold expression.

Obviously, you would have built up a goodwill stack by saving Cheonhye-ryu.

The reaction is too cold.

Even considering that the Jin tribe is famous for rejecting other forces.

There must be a reason.

“Did we cause any inconvenience to you?”

Teresa chose the formal method.

“You said it was a soft black crane? Yes. I understand that you came with a dragon with that ridiculous name. Is that dragon really one of your forces?”

Come to think of it.

I can’t see the kid who went first.

The last time we parted ways was when we supported Cheonhye-ryu and flew together.

“Yes… yes. He’s my colleague.”

Teresa nodded.

Okay then.

Ss …

The atmosphere quickly froze over.

The eyes of the dragons watching from the surroundings also changed completely.

Something went wrong.

And flinched.

Teresa took a step back without realizing it.

Mujinryong slowly got up from his seat.

“Oh, I guess he didn’t tell you. He’s a traitor who was exiled from our clan?”

An unexpected variable has occurred.