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“Leoni Wolf? Why are you here?”

Shimun’s face was filled with questions. It was only natural. Leoni Wolf. In his past life, she was the younger sister of Fabian Wolf who was sponsored by Odin, one of Germany’s high rankers.

She was also a skilled individual who herself rose to the ranks of high rankers. Most importantly, ‘Leoni is brave, but she never used to risk her life recklessly.’

Despite her tough and valiant fighting style, Leoni Wolf was always a cautious person. So much so that Fabian, chosen by Odin, would often defer the commander’s role to her.

Maybe she read the expression on Shimun’s face?

“Are you surprised to see me here?”

Leoni Wolf raised the corners of her mouth. Shimun nodded slightly.

“It would be a lie to say I’m not surprised. A cautious person like you being here…”

“Caution?”

One of her eyebrows rose along with her mouth. Leoni looked at Shimun with a very peculiar gaze.

“I hear that a lot… but haven’t we only met once?”

They had met as Leoni was Germany’s representative against Korea in the Platinum-rank National Competition. Since then, they hadn’t been matched in the arena.

“You seem to know me quite well.”

At her query, shimon nonchalantly shrugged.

“Everyone keeps an eye on the promising talents from each country, right?”

“That’s true… still, I thought I’d been dismissed due to my rather disgraceful defeat.”

Seemingly pleased that Shimun remembered her, “At least, it wasn’t that bad, was it?”

Leoni’s smile grew broader.

“You’re right, Kim Shimun. Normally, I don’t engage in fights with no way out.”

“Then why did you enter Semi-Arena? Aren’t you affiliated with Baltenberg?”

Baltenberg.

A prestigious house in Germany and the strongest current German guild.

Therefore.

‘She must have come across the information I leaked to the black market, right?’

The information that “an amulet of death avoidance will appear in the achievement shop in a week” which he released through the intermediary, Rin.

Baltenberg’s guild would certainly be aware of it. Yet, despite acknowledging her own prudence, she entered Semi-Arena without an amulet?

“I didn’t realize I was such an emotional woman…”

The intense smile she wore now held a trace of bitterness.

Then, she added, “Let’s just say, for now, it’s because of you, Kim Shimun.”

“Me?”

Shimun was momentarily stunned by the unexpected statement. Then, “Ah.”

He let out a small sigh.

‘Is it because of her defeat in the last National Competition?’

Leoni Wolf. As mentioned earlier, she was a player with bravery. Combined with her prudence, she was chosen by the vanguard of Valhalla, the Constellation Brynhild.

However, ‘Indeed, she was extremely competitive in my past life as well.’

Was it because of the inherent belligerence typical of combatants?

Her bravery was heavily backed by her competitive nature. In the regular arena of his past life, ‘Whenever Germany’s ranking fell, Baltenberg Guild would go into an emergency state that very day.’

They would enforce a complete blackout on broadcasts and block all information leaks. She would lead the entire guild through rigorous training until they won the next event.

Her brother, Fabian Wolf, who was also a high ranker, was no exception. Given her nature, it was no surprise that, “Yes, as you suspect, Kim Shimun. Since my defeat to you in the National Competition, I haven’t been able to sleep properly.”

Despite using the power of the Constellation, she suffered a grievous defeat. How could she keep her usual prudence after that?

“It wasn’t even a proper battle.”

Even now, recalling it seemed to shame her.

“Suddenly falling asleep? Does that even make sense?”

Leoni’s face turned red, and her voice naturally rose in volume. She glared fiercely at Shimun.

“What on earth did you do? How did you manage to put someone who obtained the power of a Constellation to sleep?”

Facing Leoni’s fierce gaze.

“Um…”

Shimun scratched his cheek slightly.

“To be honest, I don’t really know.”

“What?”

Leoni was momentarily stunned by the unexpected answer. But what else could he say?

“It’s true. I just used a skill, and you fell asleep.”

It was the truth.

‘Odin and other Constellations seemed to know something, but I have no idea.’

Even though the conversations among the Constellations after Leoni fell asleep suggested some deeper knowledge, that was all. Shimun genuinely didn’t know.

“Well, it doesn’t matter. We can settle it in this arena.”

Leoni muttered, and Shimun’s face darkened slightly.

‘It would be troublesome if Leoni dies here…’

Leaving aside the much higher stakes compared to the National Competition, Leoni Wolf was one of the high rankers who continued to lead European players even after moving to the U. S. following Europe’s downfall.

Unlike the demon king Faust, she distinguished clearly between right and wrong. She repeatedly stopped Faust’s madness fueled by power.

‘Leoni needs to survive.’

Leoni Wolf was someone who must live.

However, ‘No matter how much I try to protect Leoni during survival mode, it will eventually come down to killing her…’

The survival event.

Out of 100 participants, only one can survive. Even if Shimun tried to keep Leoni alive, he would eventually have to deal with her himself.

At that moment,

『Constellation Odin says, ‘Hey, guys? I have a favor to ask,’ addressing other Constellations.』

『Four Constellations look at Odin, puzzled.』

Odin’s response appeared before Shimun.

Following this,

『Constellation Odin says, ‘Uh… Brynhild asked if you could save that kid. Could you help?’ with an awkward smile.』

『Constellation Black Goat responds, ‘Ridiculous. If she acted recklessly, she should face the consequences,’ sharply.』

『Constellation Asura smiles sardonically, ‘Mere bravado without strength is nothing but foolishness.’』

『Constellation Baal nods, ‘Hmm.’』

The reactions of the Constellations appeared.

However,

『Constellation Odin says, ‘Come on! You know Brynhild is the vanguard of Valhalla! Save my face a bit!’ pleading.』

『Constellation Zeus strokes his beard sympathetically, ‘Dignity is important for a king of gods. I agree, but…’』

Only Zeus supported Odin, while the other Constellations remained indifferent.

At this,

‘What? Is there a way to save Leoni?’

Shimun tilted his head in confusion for a moment.

Then he realized,

‘Of course! Rule intervention! Since this isn’t a non-regular arena, rule intervention is possible, right?’

Shimun’s eyes lit up as he spoke to the responses of the Constellations.

“I am facing a similar dilemma to Brynhild’s.”

“What are you suddenly talking about? What does Brynhild have to do with this?”

Leoni asked, but Shimun ignored her question and continued speaking.

“If there’s a way, please save her.”

Was he fortunate enough?

『Constellation Odin and Zeus look at you with sparkling eyes.』

『The three other Constellations fall silent at your words.』

The three other Constellations, aside from Odin and Zeus, were momentarily silent.

『Constellation Black Goat mutters, ‘Hmm… The person in question isn’t even here. Shouldn’t our child be the one to bring this up first?’ giving you a disapproving look.』

Black Goat broke the brief silence.

Then,

『Constellation Brynhild hurriedly approaches, ‘It’s an honor to meet the great ones. I am Brynhild of Valhalla.’』

Constellation Brynhild appeared as if she had been waiting.

『Constellation Black Goat looks down at Brynhild, ‘How is this proper etiquette? If you have a request, wouldn’t it be best if you crawl here yourself and not send our child and this youngster?’』

『Constellation Asura mocks, ‘Haha! That’s why those you sponsor act out so recklessly.’』

『Constellation Baal nods stroking his chin, ‘Hmm.’』

The Constellations collectively criticized Brynhild.

In response,

『Constellation Brynhild deeply bows, ‘I thought it would be rude for a lowly being like me to approach the great ones. Please forgive my insolence.’』

Brynhild bowed even deeper in apology. It seemed to have a calming effect.

『Constellation Black Goat pouts, ‘Nonetheless. Nowadays, these kids are quite perceptive. Just like those in Athens.’』

『Constellation Asura and Baal nod thoughtfully.』

The responses from the opposing Constellations softened somewhat.

『Constellation Black Goat tilts its head, ‘But… for nothing in return?’』

『Constellation Brynhild quickly responds, ‘Of course not! I am willing to offer my sincerest tribute…’』

『Constellation Black Goat scoffs, ‘Ha! Can someone like you offer anything meaningful to us?’ glancing pointedly at you.』

‘Uh? Why am I suddenly involved?’

Shimun blinked in surprise at the Black Goat’s sudden glance.

『Constellation Brynhild bows further, ‘I apologize for my lack of understanding of your deep intentions!’』

Then, with another popup window,

『Constellation Brynhild sets up a mission.』

The reason became clear to Shimun.

He checked the mission.

『Mission』

-Constellation Brynhild wants ‘Leoni Wolf,’ whom she sponsors, to survive.

Ensure ‘Leoni Wolf’ survives in this arena.

Reward: Brynhild’s Armor (Single-use)

Then, “Wow!”

The exclamation came out involuntarily. And for good reason.

‘Brynhild’s Armor is the one that allowed standing against the Dragon King, isn’t it?!’

Brynhild’s Armor, also known as the Valkyrie Suit, was what Leoni Wolf wore to withstand the Dragon King during its descent, allowing her brother, Fabian Wolf, to press the attack. Shimun carefully nodded as he read the single-use clause.

‘Seeing that it’s labeled as single-use, it’s definitely the armor used during the Dragon King’s descent.’

After Europe fell and they sought asylum in the U. S.,

‘After the Dragon King’s descent, she never showed such tanking capabilities again.’

Leoni even mentioned in interviews after moving to the U. S., ‘The tanking ability at that time was temporary.’

She must have acquired Brynhild’s Armor through sponsorship or a quest and used it against the Dragon King.

“I accept.”

Shimun quickly accepted the mission.

And then,

『Constellation Heavenly Demon laughs, ‘Haha. It seems the tribute was quite to their liking,’ stroking his beard.』

『Constellation Black Goat nods, ‘Lending that to them indicates they’re highly valued,’ shaking his head.』

『Constellation Baal smiles contentedly, ‘Hmm!’』

The other Constellations’ reactions appeared simultaneously.

『Constellation Odin cheerfully exclaims, ‘Haha! So everyone agrees, right?’』

『Constellation Zeus smiles warmly at you, nodding his head.』

Following this, the supportive reactions of the two Constellations also emerged.

Moments later,

『Condition ‘Collaboration’ is added.』

『All participants will be paired into teams of two.』

An unexpected result appeared.

***

“What, no!”

“What is this about?”

“Suddenly, cooperation?”

Cries of disbelief echoed over the dark sands.

It was understandable.

“Wasn’t this supposed to be survival?”

“Hey! How does cooperation fit into survival mode?”

The sudden addition of a cooperation condition to a survival event caused confusion. The dozens of mixed-race participants looked at the notification floating in the air with strange expressions.

One of them spoke up.

“Could this be… intervention from the Constellations?”

With that prompt,

“What? Rule intervention?”

“What insane Constellation would intervene in a mere Platinum arena!”

“Yeah, is there some demigod race here?”

“There doesn’t seem to be any such race.”

The chatter quickly spread among the mixed-races. Listening to their murmurs, a blonde woman stood aside.

‘Cooperation in survival? Ridiculous.’

Leoni Wolf let out a bitter laugh.

Then, ‘Wait. Didn’t Kim Shimun mention Brynhild earlier?’

The laugh vanished swiftly.

‘And he just agreed to something. No way!’

Leoni’s head snapped towards Shimun.

“Hey. Kim…”

Just as she was about to call him.

『All participants have been matched.』

『You are teamed with player Kim Shimun.』

『The area is ‘Desert on the Scale’ in the Duat dimension.』

Series of messages popped up.

Sssss.

The surrounding sands took on a cool, neutral hue.