The Berserker’s Second Playthrough in the Game - Chapter 96



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Episode 96. King of the Arena (3)

Agon is a barren land.

The ground cracked like hardened soles. Not even a single blade of grass is rare, let alone a forest. It is difficult to find even a well, let alone a river. It was a wasteland that felt especially dry and desolate because it was surrounded by rich grasslands.

It wasn’t like this from the beginning. But since the water dried up and the grass withered, people stopped paying attention to this place. If you look just a little bit, there is fertile land spread all over the world. The wasteland, abandoned by everyone, had long, lonely days and nights.

But now, all those stories have become nothing more than a thing of the past… … .

Currently, Agon is the fourth largest city in the Alliance.

It may be called the fourth, but if you exclude the large cities with the guild councils, it is actually the largest city. The city, with its thick earthen walls lined up one after another, has completely forgotten the memories of the desolate wasteland. From the city center to the slums on the outskirts, people are packed in everywhere, leaving no room to step.

There was only one reason why this city, which had been deprived of the grace of growth, was able to revive like this.

arena.

Because the largest bloody entertainment venue on the continent was built.

The prestigious building was right in front of the group’s eyes. Duncan continued to let out exclamations.

“Wow, how could someone make something like this…” … . I can’t believe it even when I see it with my own eyes… … .”

“… … .”

Kadim also raised his eyebrows slightly.

At first glance, it looked similar to the real Colosseum, but it was much larger and more colorful than that. The scale was as grand as a giant’s goblet drinking from the sky, and the exterior walls made of marble had detailed reliefs of gladiators engaged in fierce battle. I don’t know who built it, but it must have been a lot of money.

I never remember seeing a building like this before. He asked a blond council member based in Agon.

“It’s so dirty. When was this built?”

“… … It must have been about a hundred years since it was completed. “Remillion was the one who first came up with the plan, but it took much longer to start construction and complete it.”

“But why was it built in a place like this? “Wasn’t Agon a wasteland when you made the plan?”

“yes? Oh, that’s… … I don’t know exactly either. I think I’ve heard at first glance that Agon wasn’t a wasteland before… … I guess I’m not a historian… … .”

“Didn’t you say this was your hometown?”

“… … .”

“You lack love for your hometown.”

Adonis kept his mouth shut. A look of hesitation was evident on his face.

Although he was a lawmaker in name, it was not because he was accused of acting as a tourist guide. What was more important was that they were receiving threats under the guise of escorting. Now that he is held hostage, any plan to trap the demon slayer is completely blocked.

‘Damn it, I have to somehow beat him before the schedule ends… … There is no way out… … .’

However, I couldn’t really let him meet Agon’s angry horn. If by any chance Agon’s angry horn dies, the army suddenly becomes like a headless animal. Therefore, it was never possible to take control of Galentana and confront external forces.

Furthermore, it is a fact known only to a very small number of the members, but Agon’s angry horn was not in perfect condition at the moment. It was said that he had suffered quite serious injuries while fighting the central demon…

“Oh my, Councilor! What is that crowd? “Why are there so many people gathered there?”

Adonis almost snorted. So now even that tiny porter is going to treat me like a guide… … . This is a shameless act for a council member.

But Adonis, who followed Duncan’s fingers, couldn’t help but feel horrified.

Underneath the outer wall structure that juts out like a balcony, countless people are shouting with enthusiasm.

“Waaa …

“Wow! Come out! “Come out!!”

“Come out! Come out!! “Come out!!!”

It was a place where the champion of the arena regularly showed his face to the citizens.

And now the champion of the arena was… …Agon’s angry horn.

“This is the stage where we introduce the gladiators participating in today’s games. If you’ve had enough of the view, let’s go now. I think we should go over there and meet one of our important sponsors first.”

Adonis hid his embarrassment and lied calmly. After that, he naturally turned his steps in the opposite direction.

However, to put that great performance to shame, a shout began to be heard from behind.

“Agon’s angry horn! Agon’s angry horn! Agon’s angry horn!”

“The hero who saved the ally! The one who ended the devil’s rampage!! The vanguard leading the ‘Indomitable Army’!!!”

“Great champion! Please shine your majesty today!!”

“… … .”

ruined.

Adonis blinked his eyes in vain as he thought about that. Khadim’s lips formed a sharp curve.

“That’s a good thing. I guess he’s participating in the game today too.”

“… … .”

“I guess we can meet here and go without wasting time.”

Adonis wriggles his fingers nervously.

The muscles of the barbarian’s legs, cracked like rocks, were being stretched taut. The platform was quite high, but it was not reassuring. He did not forget that he easily climbed over the 30-meter-high walls of Galentana.

In case of emergency, he sent a glance to the warriors who had come as escort to stop him at any cost when he gave the signal. I didn’t think they could stop this monstrous mercenary on their own… … . Adonis prayed earnestly and earnestly in his heart that Agon’s angry horn would not reveal itself.

Fortunately, no one showed up until the end.

“What, you’re not coming out today… … ?”

“Hey, I hit the ball again… … . I even skipped meals and waited… … .”

“How many days has it been already! Stop being so expensive and come out now, Argon’s angry horn!”

“Shh! Watch your mouth, man… … . “Can’t you see the Atalans standing over there?”

“… … Huh!”

The crowd each mumbled their disappointment and then dispersed. It seems that Agon’s angry horn did not appear for more than a day or two.

It wasn’t hard to guess the reason. It seemed that his injuries had not fully healed yet. Adonis barely managed to calm his surprised chest and vaguely curled the corners of his lips.

“Haha, as expected, I guess I’m busy so I can’t come out… … . Well, I’m sorry… … . Now, to the mansion over there… … .”

“… … .”

Kadim stared at the empty platform with his face hardened without answering.

*

A mansion in Agon, a luxurious drawing room.

A fat man dressed in gold and wool clothes was blushing as if he were going to burst out.

“So, you ignored my calls again today?”

“… … Yes, that’s right, great lord.”

“Did I also tell you that if you keep acting like this, I might cut off your support?”

“… … Yes, I conveyed this clearly to the other warriors.”

“And yet you ignored me and didn’t come? A guy who wouldn’t have even been a champion if it weren’t for my help? You praised me as a hero who saved the alliance, so you think I’m a good person, and just because you’ve gotten bigger arms, you forget all the old favors, and you dare, huh?!”

Bang – !

A fist buried in a jewel ring struck the table. The force was not great, but the anger was clearly conveyed. The chief of the chamber knelt down, fearing that sparks would fly, and then bowed politely and ran away.

Boom, Boom – !

“Shit… … Phew, Phew… … .”

The man slammed his fist down a couple more times. Even then, her anger did not subside, and she was breathing heavily.

If you asked who the most influential person in Agon was, people who didn’t know anything would answer like this. Of course, it’s Agon’s counselors and his aides.

That was the wrong answer. In Agon, what is more important than public power is the influence on the ‘arena’ itself. Therefore, anyone who was familiar with Agon’s situation would most likely have brought up the name of this fussing man.

Ubik Agramendus.

The nickname many people call him is ‘King of the Arena.’

He was the leader of a mercenary band with more mercenaries and slaves than anyone else, and a tycoon who owned most of the shares in the arena.

The great tycoon took a bottle of ogre bone liquor from the cupboard and drank it down in one gulp. The hot air that slid down his throat soothed his anger and brought him back to his senses. His once red complexion turned into a normal color.

Yubik no longer felt swayed by emotions and thought calmly.

‘Agon’s angry horn… … has grown too large. It is no longer under my control.’

‘Agon’s Angry Horn’ was, needless to say, the greatest masterpiece among the products he had raised.

This legendary champion grew up under the generous patronage of Ubik, becoming the embodiment of a showbiz phenomenon that always guaranteed sellouts and the rise of black market tickets. Even when he was in the midst of defeating challengers, it seemed as though Agon’s angry horn would continue to bring him astronomical sums of money until the day the arena collapsed.

But now things have changed.

Agon’s Raging Horn became a champion and more. He formed his own force, which he named ‘Indomitable Force’, and stopped the spread of the devil. From a street boy to a big city chairman, there was no one who did not admire his achievements. No matter how much of a sponsor he was, he could not force the hero who saved his allies to continue his gladiator activities.

The problem is that the moment Agon’s angry horn retires, the arena’s profits will plummet.

‘So, we need to quickly discuss what to do next… … .’

Agon’s angry horn had been in hiding for several days already, ignoring the calls.

In the past, threatening with money was effective, but now that other sources of money have emerged, it is difficult to inflict fatal damage. There are other, more certain methods, but those will cause great resentment, so they should be reserved as a last resort… … .

Ubik had no choice but to think about a solution alone.

‘Retirement is inevitable. However, it is too short-sighted to think that you can make a quick buck with an obvious retirement match. A new product needs to be born to succeed him. One that will continue to draw people to the arena even after he disappears… …. In order to do that, Agon’s Angry Horn must be defeated in the retirement match… … .’

It wasn’t as easy as it sounds. There was no way that the lofty hero, who even ignored the summons, would accept the offer of match-fixing. And there was no way that anyone could legitimately defeat the undefeated champion… … .

I just thought of the names that came to mind. Rumak, the ‘Spear of the North’, Ron, the ‘Net Devourer’, Olgadin, the ‘Ogre of Untana’, Malkes, the ‘Vile Hunter’, Tomerk, Perun, Baldronos…

Each of them was a fierce gladiator who had proven their outstanding marketability. Among them were warriors who were currently part of the ‘Unstoppable Army’. However, even they were not enough to deal with Agon’s angry horn.

In the end, I was wondering whether I should fight one-on-many or use a secret trick… … .

Suddenly, a name stuck in my head like a wedge.

A mercenary who piled a mountain of demon corpses on the Golden Road.

For a while, rumors spread throughout Agon. Although he was unable to defeat the central demon, he was said to have performed as well as Agon’s angry horns…

“Your Majesty, we have a guest! This is Councilor Adonis from the Galentana Council!”

“… … ?”

Adonis was one of the young members of the Agon faction sponsored by Ubik. I thought I wouldn’t be coming here for a while because I was busy with Galentana’s work, but why did I suddenly visit… … ?

Yubik, who was rubbing his thick chin in a puzzled manner, ordered the attendant to let the guest in for now.

*

The pupils were dilated. His nostrils fluttered. The flesh of his chin stretched down to his uvula and trembled.

Adonis was not the only visitor. Ubik glanced at the giant showing off his vicious spirit and asked, unable to hide his agitation.

“So the author… is the ‘demon slayer’ that the rumors are about?”

“… … Yes, Your Majesty.”

“why… … The author is accompanying you, right? “What is the reason you suddenly came to Agon?”

“… … We met by chance on the way and we started walking together. I came here to say hello for the first time in a while, and he… … “There is some kind of problem with Agon’s angry horn, and it is said that he has come to resolve it in a ‘life-or-death manner.’”

“… … .”

“Not in any other way, but in a ‘life-or-death way.’”

Adonis spoke twice with deliberate emphasis. It was a request for help to stop something before it happens.

However, Ubik did not show the reaction Adonis expected.

Instead of calling in the mercenaries and subduing them, Yubik stared at Kadim. Although his body was dull and saggy, no one could match him in Agon when it came to human eyes.

At first glance, it was not an ordinary bet. It seems the rumor was true. At least Rumak or Perun, and perhaps even more… … . A young Lee Chae slowly flashed in Ubik’s eyes.

Kadim also indifferently glanced at the plump, fat man. I thought to myself, how many plates of meat would there be if I cut the author up?

No matter how little I grabbed, I felt like I could fill at least ten bowls. However, if the fat was removed and only lean meat was added, the amount would be much smaller compared to the volume. If you take out the intestines, it might be difficult to fill a bowl.

“… … .”

“… … .”

After some time had passed to gauge each other.

Eventually, the ‘King of the Arena’ smiled wide open, showing his teeth.

“Look, you… … Have you ever thought of becoming a gladiator?”

Except for the first time I encountered Agon’s angry horn, I have never seen it before.

It was a smile that only appeared when he found the best product.