The Genius Assassin Who Takes it All - Chapter 43

Episode 43 Team Play (1)

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On the way back.

Rather than returning to Seoul right away, Kang Hu decided to go see Jeong Yu-ri since the request was completed quickly.

So, I headed back the way I came.

This is because the radius of her activities was roughly predictable.

A quiet road with no one around.

As I was walking along, enjoying the silence, the Dimension Stealer spoke to me.

【What do you think the meaning of constellations is?】

Constellations.

In the original work, the constellations were actually meant to increase the power of the main character, Jang Si-hwan.

I did not write this article with any detailed plan regarding the constellations.

Among the means to become stronger, there are constellations, and those constellations are being manipulated by Jang Si-hwan.

In some ways, it was a sloppy part of the setup.

Therefore, when the Dimension Stealer insinuatedly asked about the meaning of the constellations, there was no easy answer.

“I haven’t thought about it.”

I answered honestly.

Of course, the Dimension Stealer wasn’t trying to ask about the setting aspect of the novel.

However, seeing him get lucky at this point, it was clear that he wanted to have a more in-depth conversation with him.

【As you know, if you pass the Constellation’s test, the fates of the Constellation and the contractor become one.】

“That’s right.”

【Why did they connect the fate of the constellations with the elements that make up the world of the contract?】

The Dimension Stealer’s question was not a question, but rather a topic to ask Ganghu to think about.

“Are you simply saying that the effects of the Hunter’s world system do not only operate within human civilization?”

【The reason for making the Contractor and the Constellation a community of destiny is simple. That’s because it’s not just a war for contractors.】

“So it’s a war for the Constellations?”

【yes. The constellation is not the manager of this world. Constellations are just one of the components.】

“Then what about the beings above it?”

【That’s the part I can’t say. But this much is certain. I don’t want to disappear into an ordinary constellation.】

The androgynous voice of the dimension robber who spoke strongly was full of will.

Dimension Stealer added.

【Looking at you, I keep getting greedy. My heart is pounding. I am becoming more and more convinced that you can accomplish anything!】

A dimension stealer whom Ganghu considers very important and a powerful constellation.

Kang-hu’s heart also pounded as he received recognition filled with such strong emotions from the constellation.

Feeling the adrenaline rush.

I felt a thrill of accomplishment and pleasure throughout my body, completely different from receiving a compliment from someone.

Just for a moment.

The perspective on the Hunter’s world expanded and the world of constellations expanded further, heading to a world beyond that.

Where does it end?

Is it not possible to see the ending of this world just by suppressing Jang Si-hwan and the thirteen stars?

So, is the devil also one of the components?

It was a question that he couldn’t answer, so it lingered in his head for a while.

【I will test you soon. I look forward to your challenges that will make me happy.】

“Me too. “I’m very excited.”

Ganghu nodded.

Anyway, I was in the same boat as the Dimension Stealer from the moment I became possessed in this world.

Other facts and the future may be changed, but the relationship with the Dimension Stealer will not change.

A brief conversation.

The serious conversation with the dimension stealer gave Kang-hoo something new to think about.

When I first became possessed, I thought my goal was to live Shin Kang-hu’s life and prevent the collaborator ending.

What next?

Ironically, I was so caught up in the keyword “collaborator ending” that I never thought about it.

Dimension Stealer made me aware of the topic I had missed.

I thought it would be a long journey.

While on the way, Kang Hu decided on a place to move to as soon as he finished meeting with Jeong Yu-ri.

It’s Gwangju Songjeong Station.

A dungeon that had previously received a one-month lease from the Hunter Public Security Agency was located at Exit 3 of Gwangju Songjeong Station.

It is time for the license to be handed over.

In conjunction with the changes in the dungeon, it was a must-visit place as a total of 4 skills could be stolen.

Other things can be put off, but adding new skills cannot be delayed even for a moment.

at that time.

“You’re already here.”

When Kang-hoo felt the flow of mana rapidly approaching, he immediately recognized Jeong Yu-ri’s presence.

From the time she came into view, her constellation information was also displayed.

“You came really early?”

“I’m going to finish my business soon.”

Her voice came not from the front, but from the top of a tree far above.

The distance was far enough that communication would have been difficult if one had not strained one’s throat to speak.

She certainly had unusual abilities.

When it moves through space in the air, it changes its position and looks like black smoke.

Such abilities are usually called transformation abilities, but of course they are not common cases.

Additionally, being transformed into black smoke also means that one is immune to physical attacks in that state.

This is also clear evidence of Jeong Yu-ri’s potential.

From the beginning, he was set up as such a character in the original work.

He is in the same category as Lee Ye-rin or Ahn Young-ho.

“It worked out just fine! “There’s a dungeon I really want to go into, but there’s a limit on the number of people.”

“…hmm?”

“We need people! No matter how hard I try, I can’t go in alone. “I guess it’s not even a corpse.”

The example words at the end were creepy, but corpses were common at Ground Zero, so there was nothing strange about it.

“Are you okay? From my perspective, there is nothing wrong with going in, but I am not the dungeon owner.”

“What do you think? “It’s not mandatory to explore the inside, but if you can take a look around and do it together, you’ll get to the end!”

Kang Hu did not add anything else to Jeong Yu-ri’s bright reaction.

From Kang-hoo’s perspective, it was an unconditionally thank-you offer.

This is because skill theft is guaranteed as long as you kill the middle boss or the main boss inside.

It’s like benefiting from the relationship that was created earlier with Jeong Yu-ri.

Of course, I did not jump to conclusions in advance as I knew what the dungeon would be like only after entering it.

I thought it went well.

At this point, it would be a good idea to take a close look at each of her abilities.

‘Is this your first team play?’

Looking back on my past memories, I think this is my first time conquering a dungeon with someone else.

In most cases, Ganghu pursues solo play, but this time, he was in the customer’s position, so he was grateful just for being included.

The dungeon’s entrance was, unlike most cases, in a gap between two large tree trunks.

The surrounding area is covered with trees, so almost no sunlight reaches it.

The color of the entrance itself was black, so you would never notice it at a glance.

You can recognize its existence only by putting your face close to it and seeing the undulating flow of space.

The strategy began in a similar fashion to a dungeon date (?).

It was not a large-scale dungeon, nor was it a dungeon with an overall abundance of monsters.

If 1 was dry and 10 was extremely rich, this dungeon was about 2.5.

So, we took the time to interact with the monsters that appeared sporadically from time to time.

Dungeon level is around 200.

It would be difficult for the current Ganghu to attack alone, but with Jeong Yu-ri, there would be no lack of firepower.

2 people per group.

In line with the concept of his entrance, Kang-hoo focused his mind on all tasks of coordinating hands and feet with Jeong Yu-ri.

We conducted a thorough analysis of her.

And I came to my own conclusion.

There is no need to worry about her growth.

Ability to utilize magic in transformation abilities.

In addition, the ability to utilize space to open up other spaces in one space.

Like Kang-hoo, Jeong Yu-ri, who has the means to utilize multiple options, had quite a large offensive repertoire.

She said that there were ten dungeons like this one that only she knew about.

At this level, growth would continue to occur even if the dungeon strategy was rotated in accordance with the reset.

Anyway, as I continued to conquer, my level rose all the way to level 46.

Because the monster level was high, the experience was good.

Even if the two of them shared the food, the increase was large because Ganghu’s level was so ‘low’.

Thanks to Jeong Yu-ri, Kang-hu had unexpectedly benefited a lot, so he expressed his gratitude several times.

I wanted to make sure to thank the other person for their consideration.

Because nothing is taken for granted when it comes to consideration.

While moving repeatedly, the two people continued their conversation naturally.

Ganghu listened to her words.

The most important thing for her, who must be feeling more lonely than anyone else right now, was a companion.

I believed that her personality was formed purely from birth. Jeong Yu-ri is a person who looks good on white drawing paper.

“I did. He said he really needed me for the strategy, so I believed him and followed him. “That’s how I was abandoned.”

“I understand that it was used as a guide. “Because I was injured, you abandoned me without even thinking about taking care of it?”

“When I think about it, Chae Gwan-hyung said that there is nothing good about the number of hunters with this kind of ability.”

“good. Let’s say I can give it up a hundred times and leave it behind. But taking off your clothes… why?”

“What he said was that it would be a waste to just let him die, so he wanted to have some fun before that.”

“So you jumped down the slope and got this transformation ability from the swamp you accidentally fell into.”

“That’s right.”

The story about Chae Gwan-hyung that Jeong Yu-ri heard was so dirty that Jo Gu-bin was told to go away.

I was able to hear her painful story in detail, which was omitted in the original.

to sum up.

Chae Gwan-hyeong used Jeong Yu-ri, who was working hard as a mercenary, as a guide to the team.

When she got injured and her usefulness decreased, instead of helping her with her treatment.

He decided to leave him in the dungeon and even tried to violate his body in the process.

Leaving a hunter behind in a dungeon means only one thing.

This means that when you finish conquering the dungeon, you will reset and disappear without a trace within the dungeon.

It’s the same as murder.

So, it was natural that Jeong Yu-ri not only wanted revenge on Chae Gwan-hyeong, but also had ill feelings toward the Jeonghwa guild.

All of the ‘team members’ who would have been with Chae Gwan-hyung were probably from the Jeonghwa guild.

Even though they may have noticed Chae Gwan-hyeong, they cannot be his accomplices in ultimately abandoning Jeong Yu-ri.

“I think I know why we came to Ground Zero. “Rather than a world where I can’t trust anyone, I would feel more at ease here where I can only care about myself.”

“that’s right. “That was my feeling.”

“In some ways, it seems like we have the same texture of thinking. “The way we express and respond is different.”

Kanghu tapped her shoulder.

In fact, I wanted to at least give him a deep hug to comfort his broken heart… but

such skinship did not suit Shin Kang-hoo’s dry sensibilities.

It’s such an awkward and cringy reaction.

As the story matures, we start to get to know each other more deeply.

Kuaaaaang!

An explosion sound reminiscent of a sonic boom was heard not far from the front.

That moment.

Quad deud deuk!

The trees that had been blocking the view all fell in one direction, cutting their trunks in half.

A storm of swords rough and sharp enough to cut off the center of any tree, regardless of its thickness!

A special skill that no one could see but clearly belonged to the middle boss was flying in from the front.

Kuaaaaang!

And the attacks continued to fly at very short intervals of less than 2 seconds.

‘I guess I know what kind of boss monster it is.’

There was a name that came to mind.

I don’t know if I was lucky today, but it seemed like a good opportunity to add a useful skill.

It looks like things are going well.