The Genius Assassin Who Does It All Himself - Chapter 174



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Episode 174 To Japan (1)

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The loot itself turned out to be less valuable than expected. The total value of the 10 yellow magic stones is 10 billion won.

Since there were a total of 5 team members, the distribution would amount to approximately 2 billion won per person.

This is by no means a small amount.

But as the economic scale being dealt with grows, it appears to be relatively small.

The level went up by a whopping 4, reaching 178 in one go.

The reason was very simple: he had defeated Falx alone.

Park Dong-jae’s buff support was also absent this time as he was supporting another teammate, so it was a true solo play.

‘Still, it’s still advantageous since there are still many monsters that can be fought one-on-one.’

This was Kang-hoo’s overall assessment.

Just like when we faced Falx this time, it was still possible to create variables that targeted vital points or key areas.

Even if it is a monster with good build and stamina, it is said that it has a weakness when targeting vital points.

There is a possibility that one can die from one blow.

But as your level increases, the level of the dungeons you enter becomes much higher than it is now.

From then on, ‘machine-type’ monsters start to appear.

These guys don’t have any vital points, so they just keep ‘throwing’ until they die.

Even if there were a circuit that could be identified as a vital point, it would be meaningless because there was an alternative system.

This is a setting that was painstakingly designed to increase the difficulty of attacking monsters in the original game… … .

As a result, now is the tough future that Kang-hoo has to face one day.

Of course, the anticipation was much greater than the worry. These guys are the ones who are sure to reward the hardship.

‘There’s nothing wrong with using a variety of weapons. Sometimes you need long-arm combat.’

Kang-hoo highly regarded the value of the skills he had stolen from Falx.

It is true that a dagger is the weapon that best suits the assassin trait.

Rather, other weapons become a bad condition that kills the special features. There is also almost no synergy.

However, you can’t rely on daggers forever, because the level of enemies you have to deal with keeps increasing.

Among them, there will be hunters who, based on their outstanding skills, do not allow close-range combat.

A dagger becomes the most useless weapon against an enemy who is trying to distance himself from the opponent by any means necessary.

It’s not a problem that can be approached by thinking, “Once you get it, it’ll work out.” This is a case where those hunters desperately researched ways to approach it.

In the end, it becomes a game of rock-paper-scissors, but each weapon can only play one card.

So Kang-hoo has not only daggers, but also long swords, great swords, short spears, long spears, axes, whips, etc…

I wanted to create the possibility of utilizing a variety of weapons.

There is a world of difference between knowing how to write and not knowing how to write.

That is the exact reason why I have never used the spear of strong attack that I received from Heo Jeong-tae.

Because I don’t know how to handle the window. I’m just thinking that I can just swing it around vaguely.

‘I need to spend more time training. I can now handle a long spear as a sub-weapon.’

Just thinking about it brings to mind a number of uses for the long spear. This is thanks to the Extrasensory – Weapon skill.

While Kang-hoo was cooling down his body temperature, which had suddenly risen, he was organizing his thoughts.

The rest of the group went through the golem that had automatically disappeared with the death of Falks and found Kang-hoo.

Since the prepared strategy had ended here, it was time to turn around and go.

As for Kang-hoo, he had no regrets since he had obtained everything he needed.

Given the level of the Falks, it was likely that they would have a hard time going any deeper than this.

“I don’t usually say things like this, but I’d like to look forward to your next strategy.”

The first one to speak was Jang Tae-jin. I was curious to see what kind of review he would give, but the content was very good.

“Actually, I think I was able to jump in front because I had faith in the three of you and Dongjae.”

“Brother, really! Humility is passive.”

Park Dong-jae poked Kang-hoo in the ribs and said,

To Park Dong-jae, it seemed like Kang-hoo really didn’t know.

That kind of humility becomes a comment that kills the opponent twice.

If we interpret it the other way around, it could mean, “While I was in front, what were you doing behind me?”

Of course, the three people here are not that narrow-minded.

But it’s only a matter of seconds before humility turns into arrogance. Unfortunately, the interpretation varies depending on the listener’s level.

Yeonsooah said.

“Actually, we tend to be conservative in all our moves. We are safety-oriented.”

“I respect that tendency. It’s a matter of difference, not a matter of wrongdoing.”

Kang-hoo nodded and answered. He was sincere. Moving aggressively is not always the answer.

“But this time, I felt it. If I see a picture that will dramatically turn the situation around, I have to make a big move.”

Choi Ho-su, who was next to Yeon-soo-ah, looked surprised at her words.

Because she is one of the most defensive people among the three.

The reason is that she is the most vulnerable shaman in close combat and melee combat.

But it seemed that even she had a lot to think about after seeing Kang-hoo’s active response.

“If you just come to me, I will become a sharp spear and a hunting dog that seeks out any opening.”

Kang-hoo answered plainly.

It doesn’t matter if they continue to be a strong shield like they are now. Then there’s no need to worry about the rear.

“I’ll be sure to see you again. It was great.”

Choi Ho-su evaluated Kang-hoo’s teamwork with a short but definite comment. That was enough.

“Look. I told you I’d introduce you to the Jinjjobaegi assassin, right? Come see me often before Kang-hoo hyung gets too busy! You’ll have to take a number!”

Even the ecstatic(?) harmony of Park Dong-jae, who was several times more excited and excited than himself, was there.

In this way, Kang-hoo was able to satisfactorily complete his first mystery dungeon raid.

Since there are absolutely no strategies that can be used as a reserve, this dungeon is bound to have a considerably high perceived difficulty.

From now on, I should be very alert when I come to the Mystery Dungeon. I can’t let my guard down.

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After finishing the strategy and coming out, Kang-hoo had a brief conversation with Park Dong-jae and then they parted ways.

There was nothing special.

However, there was a promise from Park Dong-jae to provide more thorough and detailed information about Eclipse.

He added that he would focus on tracking Cha So-hyeok in particular.

Unlike Cha So-hee, who had felt quite a bit of pressure in the past, Cha So-hyeok felt a little less pressured.

It was also because Kang-hoo’s stage for activities was nationwide.

Furthermore, the organization that Cha So-hyeok belonged to, ‘Taeyang’, was smaller in scale compared to Eclipse.

Moreover, the fact that he was a completely different person now than when he was being chased by Cha So-hee was also a big deal.

“What are you going to do now?”

Kang-hoo suddenly called someone who came to mind.

What I’ve been feeling anew these days is the weight of ‘fate’.

You can’t buy fate with money, and you can’t get it just because you want it.

Items can be bought if you have money, but fate requires a lot of effort and hard work.

That’s why I didn’t want to waste the relationships I had formed and stayed close to.

The call was connected right away.

– Brother? What’s going on? Should I scratch a lottery ticket today? Who would have thought you’d answer the phone like this!

“how have you been doing?”

– No news is good news, oppa! How are you? Well, you’re always busy, aren’t you?

“I’m always like that.”

– I’m in front of the dungeon right now. These days, I’ve been running around the dungeon endlessly, except for when I’m sleeping.

“Are you a team?”

– Yes. The synergy is good, and there are quite a few dungeons connected. It’s good for going all-in on growth.

“Good. Dungeons are always a headache.”

– That’s right. If I want to go to a dungeon properly with my brother later, I need to improve my skills, right?

“It’s enough now.”

– Okay, lip service. Anyway, I’m doing well. Oppa, always be careful. There are a lot of eyes watching you.

“Well… I can’t deny it.”

– I have to go in and take a look! Then I’ll contact you again! Bye!

“Next time… … .”

The call ended before Kang-hoo could finish his speech.

A smile formed on my face. What should I say? I feel good because I feel like the people around me are growing as well.

Kang-hoo wanted people like Park Dong-jae and Jung Yu-ri to constantly stimulate him.

This is because you can run vigorously while looking up, not down or to the side.

Now, I have risen to a position where I am recognized even by the hunters of the prestigious guild.

Even so, considering the members of the thirteen stars, it was still a paltry skill.

Are there really thirteen stars that can end it in a one-on-one match right now… …?

There was no opponent that could guarantee that he would either draw or win, even if he did not die.

There’s still a long way to go.

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Since that day.

Kang-hoo took two days off, except for one outing where he sold an item.

There were eight items sold in total.

The ring that was taken from Jungseonrak in the past and was meant to be sold, and the magic stone that was distributed this time.

I added the breastplate and Asura’s Eye, which I had in case, but which I didn’t think would be needed as spares.

I sold all of the Madness Prelude Gloves, Mage Hunter Anklet, Tracking Shoes, Tailwind Necklace, and Ascending Energy Bracelet that I had in reserve.

He bundled eight of them together and sold them at a nearby market, earning a comfortable 35 billion won.

When I turned everything into cash, the amount was quite large. It was unexpected.

For two days at the safety hotel, Kang-hoo spent all day locked in his room, resting soundly.

Because the next schedule has been confirmed.

Straight to Japan.

I got a call from Youngho Ahn.

The dungeons coordinated by Kang-hoo and the Ricou Guild were all prepared to be ‘safe’.

It seems that the area that is outside the sphere of influence during an all-out war with the Toushi Guild has become uninfluenced.

In addition, I heard that Takashi had responded positively to the meeting.

‘The problem is how to win Takashi’s heart. I need to raise my tension a bit, unlike my usual self.’

I had already mapped out my approach to Takashi in my head.

Contrary to his outward appearance, he is a rather cynical guy, so you must be careful when approaching him.

If you show him a stereotypical appearance, you won’t be able to attract his interest at all.

Then, the plan to somehow make contact with Takashi goes awry from the start.

“I’m finally going to Japan.”

I felt like my body was sinking lower and lower on the bed.

It seemed like I had accumulated some fatigue. I was planning to get rid of it all before going to Japan.

Kang-hoo didn’t tell anyone except Young-ho Ahn that he was going to Japan.

The same goes for Park Dong-jae, with whom I have been getting closer recently. There is no need to expose my personal information.

As I was lying in bed like that, I suddenly remembered something that happened in Ulleungdo before.

At that time, on Ulleungdo, Kang-hu clearly saw the back of a man who looked exactly like himself during his time as the original author.

It was too vivid to be called a hallucination or illusion, and it was a back view that was hard to erase from my memory.

Who could it be?

The original author himself is living in this world as Shin Kang-hoo.

If the ‘original author’ is alive, who on earth is inside it? Is it another me?

I wish I had gotten the answer then, but unfortunately I had to let him go without even holding his hand.

“I should go to Ulleungdo again. I don’t know if it’ll be there though.”

Foolishness remains.

If I had seen something wrong, I would have at least been convinced that it was so so that I wouldn’t feel so strange.

Two days after that.

Kang-hoo met Ahn Young-ho and his maternal uncle, Fumiya Suzuki, at Osaka Airport.

It was my first trip to Japan, a trip I had been waiting for and promising since the day I saved Ahn Young-ho a long time ago.

It was also the moment when Kang-hoo, whose activities had been limited to domestic, took his first steps abroad.