chapter 227
227 – Merchant Ttung
‘It was a lot easier than I thought.’
Of course, that was an extremely personal thought.
“Whoa—!”
“Let’s take a little rest. Wow, this is really crazy. What-“
“Kill me, just… Haha…”
“I’ll go after you. Ah-“
Everyone fell straight to the ground, holding their breath all the way to their chins.
It was a truly grueling march for the hunters.
Walking through a dark, sealed passage while being periodically attacked by monsters. Two full days were filled with an arduous march where even food and physiological problems could not be resolved in time.
Of course, it only took two days because I took the shortest course, so it would have been a more difficult journey if I hadn’t been there.
“Let’s rest for 30 minutes and then try it.”
“Yes—!”
“Okay!”
Hong Yong-seok spread Yeom Tae-seok’s instructions.
People immediately closed their eyes after giving a short answer.
Among them was Joo Ye-seul, who had about 1/3 of her huge breasts exposed.
Still, I was fortunate that Joo Ye-seul followed me instead of turning away while I was here.
It must have been on her mind that she was stopped by me once, and if she showed the slightest hint of strangeness during her movement, her minion ‘hook’ would fly and attack her wrist to get her attention of her.
He must have clearly felt that some invisible force was hindering him. The whole time she was moving, she was looking at people’s faces and trying to guess who it was.
You wouldn’t even dream that I was like that. It was operated carefully so that it could never be detected.
And the ‘gori’ worked well as I intended. On the contrary, there were times when he was wittier than I expected. Cute guy.
‘My minions’ attacks are not subject to the oath. Does this only apply to the parties who made the pledge? If I think about it that way, I guess I won’t be caught attacking it…’
But I couldn’t be sure.
If I touched it just to test it out, it would be a big problem if something happened to Yeonhee. I should take a safe path.
“How do you feel?”
Hong Yong-seok and the heads of each party naturally gathered in one place.
Their eyes were on me.
I relayed the information through the column, and deep sorrow appeared on the faces of the hunters who heard the story.
“There are a thousand undead commanded by a Skeleton Knight… But there are fewer than I thought.”
“The problem may be that there are Skeleton Knights. Ghouls and Skeleton Ten who are more than twice as strong… Wouldn’t it be easier to deal with 3,000 guys who haven’t received the buff?”
“At least you should consider it better than Nargul. Since it won’t come back to life.”
“Some people say that Skeleton Knight is more difficult than Nargul. The buff effect itself is much better with Skeleton Knight.”
Everyone seemed to be unable to come up with suitable tactics and countermeasures, and the conversation was filled with concerns.
At that time, Ttungi, who was watching us from behind Yeonhui, took out a rough club from the bag on his back and showed it to us.
“Huh? What is this? Ugh- it’s heavy! What is this?”
Yeonhee stumbled once while receiving her stick.
He then read the message floating in the air for a moment, then opened his eyes and said.
“This…?! It’s a weapon exclusively for undead!”
“… Huh? Are you saying there are race-specific options?”
“Yes yes.”
“Really? How does it work?”
Although it looked like nothing more than a thick iron club, it was a tremendous weapon with +35% damage limited to undead.
Usually, weapons that increase attack power by percentage are available only when you upgrade to a higher level…
The durability was even 1,200, and it was brand new and had never been used. A figure that will never be destroyed, at least while we are playing survival.
‘Dungyi’even took out two more identical weapons from his sack
“W-What on earth is this? What is this ridiculous and fraudulent ability!”
“Every single monster… Is amazing…”
“Don’t lizardmen and orcs have different abilities?”
The leaders of each party looked at Fatty and me alternately with wide eyes.
There was jealousy, envy, and greed in those eyes that could not be hidden.
It’s probably not an ability you can get just by being greedy. Humans are foolish.
“Did a kobold have this ability? This is truly amazing.”
Yeonhee was furious at Ttungyi’s unexpected activity and asked how many more weapons he had.
Then, ‘Dungyi’ took his gaze away from Yeonhee, extended his hand to the hunters, and made a gesture asking for something.
“What does this mean?”
“No way… Let’s exchange something like this…?”
Yeonhee immediately asked Ddung what he wanted.
Then, Ttung erased his usual stupid face and mumbled something into Yeonhee’s ear.
“… Huh? Magic stones and runes?”
Nod-
Ddung was bargaining to hand over the weapon in exchange for the magic stone and runes.
Is this kid really absurd? You don’t just give it to your master? I’m sure you want to do that.
To us summoners belonging to Yeonhee, she was like the only god.
There is no way he doesn’t know that giving out weapons to the hunters increases the chances of Yeonhee being safe.
It is probably impossible to act like that when you are deeply in love with your master.
‘I guess it’s an ability with conditions.’
Although Ttungi was not active in battle, she faithfully stayed by Yeonhee’s side on the battlefield. She continued to level up by occasionally providing equipment to her fellow summons.
It wouldn’t be surprising if her original abilities increased.
Anyway, this weapon is really…
‘This might be better than the great sword I requested, only for undead…?’
I wonder if the dwarf at the blacksmith knows that the value of the greatsword he worked so hard to create is plummeting.
I even thought it was limited to summons, but it turned out to be an ability that could also be supplied to hunters…
‘You’ve been unusual since the last time I saw you in the mine. What is this child?’
Toung─
‘…Shit. I don’t know! I don’t know what he’s thinking with that stupid expression.’
Although not much is known about the kobold race itself, Ttung was special. But that wasn’t important now.
Hunters are slowly starting to notice each other.
With Yeonhee’s summon ability, they would be able to obtain a weapon that would be most effective in this dungeon, so they also had to show sincerity. However, everyone is looking at each other because they have no idea how much resources to present.
Since our party was in the upper position, we all just stared blankly at the remaining hunters.
We’re not being rude, we even found a way to provide food, but you guys have to pay for this, right?
Noh Ha-yoon and Yeom Tae-seok had the corners of their mouths wagging for some reason, as if they were watching an interesting scene.
Well, it’s not easy to see hunters of the same class being embarrassed and paying attention.
“I will present it first.”
Hong Yong-seok stepped forward first.
He presented three low-level runes and ten intermediate magic stones obtained in this dungeon.
At that rate, the market price would be approximately 5 to 6 million won.
Ttung laid down the items Hong Yong-seok gave him on the floor, looked at them with his fingers, and then shook his head resolutely.
“Huh… Are you saying this won’t work?”
“I guess so. LOL!”
‘He stepped forward like a man, but his hands are small. ‘This guy.’
You’re trying to buy a weapon with 1,200 durability and 35% attack power increase for 500.
Even taking into account the colleague discount, it’s ridiculous.
Yeom Tae-seok, who saw that scene, burst out laughing, and the faces of the remaining hunters crumpled.
In the end, Hong Yong-seok was able to hand over the weapon only after presenting two more intermediate runes and 20 magic stones.
Then, as if this was enough, the kobold quickly poured the runes and magic stones into a bag and handed him the club.
“… Oh?! What! 37%?”
“Wow… Why did it go up another 2%?”
“Well, I don’t know. I’m good too… “
Hong Yong-seok scratched his head and swung his club a few times, then spoke with great satisfaction.
“It seems a lot better than my spear…? This gives me a strange feeling. Anyway, I got something good. I think it’s worth it.”
The other hunters who had been hesitant also seemed to be clearly inclined to Hong Yong-seok’s high evaluation.
“If the value of the presented runes and magic stones exceeds a certain level, is the structure of presenting a weapon with better performance…?”
Someone who was lying down and quietly looking at me said that, and it seemed that way to me too.
Boom!
As if her energy had picked up after a long time, Ttung raised her shoulders and held out her palm again.
This bastard? Was he unexpectedly resourceful in business?
He may have originally been a merchant in the world he lived in.
In the end, all the hunters handed over their magic stones and runes to Ddung and received their weapons.
Those who did not have enough items to exchange went out and signed a contract saying they would repay with interest.
In any situation, it would be better to be sure about money-related matters.
Now that we know what the standard for fat is, most hunters exchange it for the basic type with +35%.
23 hunters worked together to calculate the amount of weapons for our 6 party members, and in the end, all hunters except for the summons were able to have all of the sticks.
“Twoong…”
After finishing the business, Ttung gave Yeonhee five clubs for free with a big smile. Five weapons to supply to your summons… Only five? Are you kidding me? Give me more!
“…Isn’t there more?”
“Keee…” ” “
Ttung scratched his head and told Yeonhee that this was the limit of what he could give for free.
It’s terrible.
‘I think five would be enough for now. Anyway, as long as you have runes and magic stones, you can exchange them at any time.’
In the end, only the main summons, including me, were given the club first.
—-
Undedite Plain Club
– Attack power +18
– Undead opponent, attack power +38%
– Durability: 1,200/1,200
– Conditions of use: Muscle strength of 70 or higher
—-
‘The basic attack power is below average, but the options are definitely crazy.’
Still, it seems like he gave me a weapon with a 3% higher value than the basic just because he was a colleague.
(Thank you, kid.)
(Heung-!)
Ttung gave an eyebrow salute with his index and middle fingers as if it was no big deal. He was so dumbfounded that he couldn’t even laugh. He is as weird as his real name.
Soon the break was over, and it was time to slowly wake up.
“Okay then, let’s get the weapons ready, let’s get started.”
This battle with the Skeleton Knight was expected to result in victory while taking some damage before receiving weapons. A certain level of damage means approximately 2-3 deaths.
However, thanks to ‘Ddung’s unexpected performance, the goal was raised significantly.
“Don’t let anyone die! Let’s all get out safely!”
“aah!”
“We can do it!”
“You must absolutely follow what you have decided in advance! Your summons will take care of the tank, so even if you take a little damage, use your skills in the early stages to win!”
Everyone strengthened their resolve by reflecting on the behavior patterns appropriate for each other’s positions.
[Swooooo─]
And the Skeleton Knight was already awake and waiting for us to enter his territory.
It was the unique, gloomy energy of the Skeleton Knight that I had felt for the first time in a long time.
Perhaps because he was the boss of the hidden dungeon, his energy was even more intense.
“A real skeleton knight… Ugh…”
“Don’t be so scared. What’s so great about a kid hiding in a cave?”
This is something someone said to comfort a very frightened hunter, but it is actually a hidden dungeon with the nickname ‘Corrupted Knight’s Hideout’. There’s no way I’m weak.
If you look at his own strength, he is incomparable to the likes of Nargul.
‘I’ll have to take charge of that guy… Yeonhee can handle it, right?’
She nodded her head at my glance, indicating that it was enough.
Noh Hayun, who was sitting next to me, also smiled at me, but I was really glad I came in with Noh Hayun.
If it weren’t for Noh Hayun, I honestly would have been worried about Yeonhee competing against Skeleton Knight.
After everyone was fully prepared, it was finally time to take a step forward.
– The late challenger passed the hooked bat’s nesting site.
“…Damn you, Nargul…”