STGB Chapter 173

Episode 173 Choice (1)

The day after I went to Commel B with Raven.

The entire team gathered at the tavern and made the final settlement.

“You’ve made a lot of money.”

Magic stone income 25.19 million.

301 thousand expandable backpacks and miscellaneous equipment.

Ifrit’s essence is 9 million minus the cost of the test tube, and

the by-product of Millaroden is 750,000.

So, all together…

‘total of 37.95 million stones.’

Of course, it’s not fair to divide them into 5th place.

As for the magic stone, it was agreed that Einar would take 15% and Mr. Bear would take 25%…….

Essence and the by-products of Mila Rodon are special loot, so Raven eats 40%.

‘Let’s see, then my share is…….’

2500 stones after only 710.

For reference, the amount exactly matches Missha’s.

“Einar is 5.843 million stones.”

“Oh oh!!”

“So what are you going to do with integer values?”

“Eh integer…? How much was that?”

Einar, who is delighted with the absurd settlement, quickly puts on a confused expression.

“…If that’s the case, I’ll pay for it.”

I took 2,157,000 stones from my share and gave them to Raven.

“What about Mr. Karlstein?”

“Ah, if that’s the case, I decided to get it from Einar later.”

“Well then. Uh… Wait a minute then, Mr. Einar has nothing to pay for today?”

Is it the problem that there is nothing to be settled?

I worked hard in the labyrinth, but only increased my debt.

4 million to Misha.

For me, including the cost of the equipment I bought last month, it was 7.5 million.

A total of 11.5 million stones.

“That can’t be…!!! There was settlement money but it’s gone!! Something is wrong with this!!”

“That’s how the world was originally. But I didn’t become stronger after eating the essence.”

Unlike Misha, who comforts her with words, I decided to give her a tangible reward.

“Anyway, I hope the distribution of Einar will be raised soon.”

I ate a level 5 essence.

In fact, it is difficult to see Einar’s combat power below average.

“Oh, I don’t care.”

“…From now on, I’ll only accept 20%.”

Mr. Bear also acknowledged it without hesitation, and Einar’s magic stone distribution rate was raised to 20%.

It is now evenly distributed.

‘I’d like to adjust the ratio of the special loot as well, but… I’m sure he’ll go crazy, so I’ll do this later.’

Actually, thinking about it, it’s a bit embarrassing.

A tanker, a leader, a guide that was not even worth selling……

Besides, they feed you all the hidden pieces, right?

Shouldn’t I get 30% of what I did?

“Ah, then, as long as everyone pays for the team, today’s work is over.”

“How much was the public money?”

“300,000 stone per person.

“Are you stealing it again…!!”

Einar’s debt increased by another 300,000 stone.

Well, what’s the point of debt when I feed and house him anyway? ***

Three days after the final settlement,

while Misha and I went out together to apply for Einar’s 6th grade upgrade, I laid down on the bed and organized my

thoughts

.

Excluding the money I lent to Einar or the money I had in my shared account with Misha.

As expected, my growth accelerated when I reached the 5th floor.

Should I say that I can properly demonstrate my in-game knowledge thanks to being able to play proactively?

‘1 year.’

I came up with a rough plan:

‘Let’s lay the groundwork on the 5th floor for just one year and rise to the 6th floor.’

Of course, from the 6th floor, it will be difficult to grow as fast as now.

It is a layer that cannot be cleared with combat power alone.

It will be a

long fight from the 6th floor .

As long as the formidable enemy, the dragon slayer, is aiming for my throat, I need to become stronger as soon as possible

.

Recently, the atmosphere in the city is very heavy. To be precise, it

is

the explorer industry.

Should I

say

that everyone is on edge and nervous?

That same number of people died on the 4th floor.

And that’s only in this round.

This was a serious problem that couldn’t be compared to the 3rd floor lord incident last time.

Looters, not monsters.

And that’s for veteran explorers who have been in and out of the labyrinth for nearly 10 years. A large-scale terrorism by a huge group.

“Bjorn!!”

Just as the thought continued, Misha, who had gone to the guild, returned

very urgently with a piece of paper in her hand.

“Look at this!! The royal family issued a notice against the explorers!”

I quickly took over the paper and read it.

The notice states that the royal family had set up a subjugation plan and rewarded explorers who participated in level 6 or higher.

The subject of the subjugation was Noark

. ….It’s going to be a mess.’

The underground city was an open secret.

Everyone knew it, but 99% of the people didn’t even know it existed.

However, the royal family mentioned the group through an official letter. “What

are you going to do with Bjorn?

”

It is attractive. Not only the amount measured per person, but also tax and currency exchange fee exemption for 3 years. In addition

, it is said that even the essence owned by the royal family is given according to the achievement, so there must be a considerable number of people who tempt.

.’

The announcement also listed the names of the clans that agreed to participate. They

were probably promised much bigger rewards.

Should I say it’s a kind of propaganda recruiting?

Just the fact that the big clans participated in it would increase the trust of ordinary explorers.

No, on the contrary . You may think it foolish not to participate in the subjugation, saying it’s an opportunity to recover.

But…

[Anyway, what I want to say is that you should never participate.]

Recalling Lee Baek-ho’s advice, I made up my mind

. I don’t participate.”

It’s not okay to break your back in a whale fight.

Besides, you’re growing well enough right now.

It’s hard to feel the merit of participating in the subjugation.

“That’s right… It’s fortunate. I don’t feel good for some reason…”

“First of all, I’ll have to talk to Raven and Abman just in case. Oh, what was Einar’s reaction?”

“I’m looking forward to this opportunity to raise my reputation. Don’t worry though. I’ll talk to you.”

“Then I’ll leave that to you.”

After talking with Misha, we headed to the Mage’s Tower.

What about the magician’s point of view?

The answer was really simple

. I heard it last night. I wanted to ask, but I’m glad you didn’t participate.”

“Are you against it too?”

“Yes. I’m curious about the underground city, but first of all, words are subjugation, isn’t it war? I don’t want to get involved in a fight for rights like that.”

Raven wasn’t particularly interested in the reward offered by the royal family.

It’s fortunate in many ways.

Afterwards, I heard a similar answer at Mr. Bear’s pub.

“Everyone talked about that all day at the pub. But there’s something I don’t understand. Well, I’m greedy for a reward, but…”

Mr. Bear said that if he was playing solo, he probably would have participated in the subjugation.

Actually, this man is almost 40 years old.

3 years worth of tax exemption is amazing.

First of all , Isn’t he a nobleman who is almost alone in charge of his wife’s tax

? There is no reason to be in such a hurry as the tax will be reduced for 20 years with the maternity benefit.” ”

I see.”

“If you are not attending, I have no intention

of participating.

” …For more information, let’s find out when the community opens.’

There’s nothing I can do right now.

So, I was going back to my inn to check what I had to do in the city this month.

Mr. Bear unexpectedly made a suggestion:

“Yandel, how about a drink later?”

“Alcohol?

” Are you the team leader? From the looks of it, it looks like you don’t have any connections in this area.”

“So?”

“There is a gathering of explorers on the 5th floor this evening. If it’s okay, why don’t we go together?”

Well, it’s friendly…

I honestly don’t like it.

But it’s a common way for explorers here to meet and play with their partners and exchange information.

Experience it once. ‘ Well,

it’s hard to know because only high-level information comes out from the Watchers of the Round Table.’

“good night. Then, at what time should we go?”

After hearing about the time and place of the appointment,

I

went to the library to pass

the time .

“Are you going to participate in the subjugation?”

“No, our team has decided not to participate.”

“I see. I’m glad……”

Ragna’s complexion brightened.

For some reason, I was suspicious of that fact, so I asked directly.

“It’s fortunate, do you know anything about Noark?

” .I don’t know. But since I know what kind of family the royal family is… I’m sure there will be tremendous sacrifices.”

Ragnar answered with a voice like an ant crawling.

“The royal family?”

“Please pretend you didn’t hear what I just said.

” “Thank you for your concern.”

”

Concern

…

”

Those words Ragnar recited as if chewing , but a slightly

unexpected

reaction came out

. I was worried, but I’m really glad.”

“Uh… I see.”

When it came out like this

,

I felt ashamed

. ….then can you cast a spell? I want to read a book now.”

“Oh yes. Magic. That’s right.”

I don’t want to get any more awkward here.

***

10:00 PM.

Normally, I would have washed up and lay down in bed.

I’m at a bar I’ve never been to.

And it’s not in District 7, where I live, but over a barrier. A pub located in the 8th district where you have to go.

“Abman! Long time no see! How are you?”

“What’s wrong with me? You?”

“Haha! I can’t die every day, so I live!”

When I entered the private room, I saw a group of 10 explorers gathered.

This warm-looking man seems to be the organizer.

“Who is that friend next to you?”

“He is the team leader.”

“Oh, you. I was wondering who would take it, so the lucky guy was right here?”

As soon as I entered the room, the host led a brief introduction.

“I’m Perpe Derves. Call the one that is convenient for you. You can just call me Pepe. It’s a nickname only used by close people.”

Peperani…….

An overly cute nickname for a bearded man.

“……Let’s call it Therbes.”

“That’s right.”

“I am Bjorn, the son of Yandel. ”

“Can I call you Bjorn?”

“As you like.”

Like an explorer, the title was quickly arranged.

“Wait, Bjorn Yandel? Somewhere familiar?”

Then one of the explorers tilted his head.

And belatedly, he must have remembered where he had heard of it.

“Ah, a little Vulcan! The barbarian who made his name when he was a 3rd floor lord! Is that right?”

“That’s right.”

As I readily admitted it, Derbes’ eyes looking at me changed a bit.

His surprised,

yet somewhat questionable gaze

. I’ve already been to the 5th floor this time.”

When Mr. Bear assisted, all doubts were erased and only admiration remained. “It’s really

amazing to advance to the 5th floor in less than a year…”

Beth introduced the participants one by one.

The fame of a small Balkan.

Perhaps because they know the explosive growth potential, everyone responded favorably.

Except for one person,

“Jack Johnsonville of the 5th-class Clan Neviswolf.”

A blonde, tanned human man introduces himself with his gaze.

‘Why are your eyes open like that? Do you want to die?’

Although my body was already itching from the barbarianized way of thinking, I endured it with superhuman patience.

Aren’t there few modern people in this world?

Yes, I have to understand.

“Haha, then let’s have a drink.

” The

meeting started like that.

People casually drank and talked about everyday conversations or the industry.

“What about it? Is it okay?”

Mr. Bear whispered in my ear.

I also smiled and nodded.

I wondered if it was just a trash talk because it was an explorer’s meeting, but this was pretty good

. “Why don’t

we meet somewhere other than this old bar next time?”

Jack Johnsonville .

Of course it’s a lot more expensive than here. Ha ha ha!”

“Subjugation? Of course you should participate. Oh, can you be a little afraid because you’re a team?”

“But try your best. Don’t you know? I wonder if I can catch the eyes of a scout and join the clan.” The

only guy in the group who belonged to the clan, and he kept bragging about it.

Even this bastard came out and hit the candle whenever attention was drawn to me. ”

Now that I’m at this point, I can’t help but ask. Yandel What is your secret? How did you come up so quickly?”

“It’s obvious at a glance, isn’t it that you met the team well?”

“…….”

“……haha Having good teammates is also a skill.”

Silence will come . Derbes, who tries to get rid of the dispute by wrapping it up every time.

“By the way, Bjorn. How are you? I want to hear your impressions of participating in our gathering for the first time.”

Can you tell me this honestly?

I was worried for a while, but the answer was already decided.

“I like it.

” I am a newbie who has just arrived on the 5th floor.”

I am a K-barbarian who combines the spirit of a modern man with the ideology of Confucianism and the generosity of a savage.

When I have to endure it, I endure it without fail.

I am confident that I can endure insults worse than this with a smile.

But… …..

“What do you keep talking about, you idiot.”

“What is it? Are you talking to me just now?”

“Then, is there another idiot here besides you

?

” – Because he’s a barbarian.