Chapter 28

Over dozens of users were wearing the same cloaks.

All of their gazes were fixed on one person, Muhyuk.

W-what is this?

A moment of silence flowed.

“……”

Not only Muhyuk but also the group looking at him were equally bewildered.

Guardian Guild.

It was a massive guild belonging to the top 30 guilds in the Forma Continent and even the top 10 in South Korea.

The notorious High Guild barely managed to squeeze into the top 30 guilds in South Korea, so one could imagine how significant it was.

Anyway, after the Dungeon’s existence was revealed, the Guardian Guild also conducted a large-scale search.

Thanks to that, they discovered the Dungeon in this pavilion yesterday evening, but someone had already entered, so they couldn’t go in.

So, they had guild members stationed around the area, and since that someone appeared from the Dungeon today, it was natural for them to be taken aback.

“Um, excuse me.”

Then, a man stepped forward.

The situation was strange.

What’s going on?

No, more than that, what should I do?

My head is spinning.

That was why he was confused.

At that moment, the faces of the surrounding users suddenly caught his eye.

The moment he felt the expressions they were making and their superior gazes, his emotions cooled down.

It must have been because it overlapped with the gazes of the people around him when he was living with total paralysis.

At the same time, the confusion disappeared.

Yeah, I didn’t do anything wrong.

Wrong? Of course not.

He just used the Dungeon.

The Dungeon is just a content of Illusion.

It doesn’t belong to the Guardian Guild either.

There was even less reason to shrink back.

“I’m Kyle from the Guardian Guild.”

“Yes.”

So, he answered lightly.

Kyle took it as nervousness and continued speaking with a gentle smile.

“Did you use this Dungeon?”

“That’s right.”

“Could you possibly explain the situation to us?”

“What kind of situation are you talking about?”

“How you discovered this place, the details, the types of monsters inside the Dungeon, and how to clear it, or any special features.”

Muhyuk stared intently at Kyle.

“Why are you looking at me like that?”

“Why should I tell you that?”

“Pardon?”

“I asked why I should tell you that.”

“Ah, we are the Guardian Guild…”

“It seems like you didn’t understand the question. Is this Dungeon the Guardian Guild’s property?”

“It’s not, but we plan to manage it in the future.”

“In the future? With what authority are you going to manage it?”

“Well, we discovered it first…”

“If that’s the case, I should manage it.”

“……”

“Don’t you think so?”

“Haha, well…”

Kyle smiled awkwardly.

But his complexion was clearly stiff.

Then, a woman stepped forward.

“Hey, do you not know the Guardian Guild?”

“I know.”

“It wouldn’t be good for you to be hostile to us, would it?”

“Did I act hostile?”

The woman smirked.

“If we think so, then it is.”

“That’s strange. This Dungeon isn’t the Guardian Guild’s property, and I just discovered it first and came out after using it. You’re the ones who suddenly demanded information after I came out of the Dungeon.”

“Haa, you’re frustrating. I’m telling you, if we think so, then it is. Do you want to be on the hit list?”

“A hit list.”

“Do you understand the situation now?”

It was definitely a troublesome situation.

But they didn’t know.

That Muhyuk had been filming a video since he was in the Dungeon.

Of course, he was still filming now.

What would happen if he released this video?

Maybe they would ignore it as someone else’s problem, or maybe they would sympathize with Muhyuk in a similar situation and a huge wave of criticism would follow against the Guardian Guild.

If he was the leader of a huge guild, it would be difficult to just ignore that criticism.

“Are you perhaps the guild leader?”

“I’m not, why?”

“I’m recording all of your actions and conversations so far.”

“Pardon…?”

“I’m saying that all the coercive words and actions you’ve made since I came out of the Dungeon are being recorded. If I release the recorded video, it will cause quite a backlash from many users. That backlash will definitely bring losses and disadvantages to the Guardian Guild. Is that what the Guardian Guild leader wants?”

“Th, that’s…”

“Alright. Put me on the hit list. Let’s see who suffers more damage.”

Muhyuk took a step forward.

While lightly bumping into her shoulder as she blocked his way.

But there were too many Guardian Guild members. It was natural since they filled the pavilion.

Since they weren’t clearing the way, it was difficult to get out.

“Are you going to keep blocking me?”

Only then did the woman come to her senses.

“Wa, wait a minute!”

Muhyuk didn’t answer.

Log out.

Instead, he left Illusion.

In the spot where Muhyuk disappeared, the woman made a tearful face and reached out into the air.

“Ah, wh, what do I do…”

“Haa, I told you to be careful.”

Kyle approached.

“I didn’t think he would be recording!”

“Hoo, if the video really spreads, the damage will be quite significant…”

There was nothing they could do.

Ah, no way…

They could only wait vaguely with that expectation.

Video?

Of course, he had no intention of uploading it.

If he didn’t upload it, negotiation was possible, but if he did, he would definitely be on the hit list.

He couldn’t afford to make enemies with such a huge organization yet.

He didn’t like it, but…

As long as he lacked power, he had no choice but to endure.

About 2 hours passed.

Muhyuk logged back into the game.

Kyle and the woman were visible.

“Y, you’re back!”

The woman approached first.

Her urgent expression was revealed as it was.

“I’m sorry about earlier…”

“Hmph.”

It seemed like the recording worked.

That woman was apologizing first.

Still, it was unpleasant. Besides, he was wasting his precious time.

Since he didn’t want to get involved any further, Muhyuk nodded.

“I understand, so please clear the way.”

“Ah, well…”

“What is it now?”

“The guild leader will be here soon.”

“Pardon?”

“It’s, it’s not a bad thing. If you give us information about the Dungeon, we’ll give you a reward that corresponds to it.”

“A reward.”

“Gold is possible, and items are possible too.”

It meant that he could get gold or items just by explaining the enhanced zombies and the maze-like structure that appeared in the Dungeon.

Since the reward was great compared to the effort, there was no reason to refuse.

“Alright.”

“Thank you! Oh, I didn’t even tell you my name, did I? I’m Nile.”

“Ah, yes.”

What’s the point of a name when he wasn’t even interested?

Kyle and Nile.

While continuing the awkward atmosphere with the two.

“Ah, it looks like they’ve arrived.”

Three users were approaching from afar.

The user located in the center.

It was a high-level user wearing good items at a glance.

Kim Bada.

He knew the user.

He was a straightforward type who hated troublesome things and had leadership.

During his prime, he even raised the Guardian Guild to the top 3 in the Forma Continent.

Even in the decline, he consistently belonged to the top 20 guilds in South Korea, so he was definitely capable.

“Nice to meet you. I’m Kim Bada, the Guardian Guild leader.”

“I’m Muhyuk.”

“I heard you cleared the Dungeon?”

“Yes.”

“Did you go in alone?”

He nodded.

“Impressive.”

Kim Bada immediately got to the point.

“You’ve probably already heard. If you tell us about the situation inside the Dungeon, we’ll reward you sufficiently.”

“First, I want to know the level of the reward.”

“Kyle.”

“Yes.”

“Bring it.”

Kyle took out a few items and a pouch.

Then, he showed it to Muhyuk.

A greatsword, shoes, armor top, hat, and ring were visible.

He checked the greatsword first.

[Ominous Greatsword]

Attack Power 67

Strength +2

Stamina +2

Durability 120/120

Usage Restriction: Strength 20, Stamina 15

His eyes widened slightly.

Hoo…

The damage was top-tier with two options.

The usage restriction was also low.

It was quite good.

At this level, it was worth more than 250 Gold.

[Steel Boots]

Defense 13

Stamina +2

Movement Speed +2%

Durability 110/110

Usage Restriction: Stamina 20, Agility 10

The Steel Boots were also amazing.

The remaining items were at a similar level.

How much Gold was there?

300 Gold.

It was definitely not excessive.

If you knew how to break through the Dungeon, everyone who entered would get a reward each time it was cleared.

Considering that, this was nothing.

Kim Bada also knew that fact, so he was being generous like this.

But they made a mistake.

They wouldn’t know that the Dungeon would disappear if 100 users cleared a normal Dungeon, and above all, they couldn’t even imagine that ‘that’ would be among the items they handed over.

“Do you like it?”

“Yes, it’s enough.”

“You can choose any one item.”

There was no need to hesitate.

Muhyuk chose the ring in the corner.

“I’ll take this.”

“That’s unique. To choose a sealed item. Anyway, alright.”

Muhyuk put the ring in his inventory and immediately explained about the Dungeon.

The Guardian Guild leader listened to the story and nodded with a satisfied smile.

“Then, can I go now?”

“Of course.”

It was the moment Muhyuk was about to leave.

The female user, Nile, shouted.

“Hey!”

“What?”

“You have to delete the video!”

“Why should I?”

“Pardon…?”

“What if a hit order is issued the moment I delete it? I won’t be the first to tell anyone, so you don’t have to worry. Then.”

The guild leader Kim Bada, who was watching, didn’t say anything either. Only then did the users clear the way.

After getting out of the pavilion and getting far enough away from them.

“Kuh…”

Muhyuk couldn’t hold back and burst into laughter.

Since it was just a normal Dungeon of level 30, even if he received the best reward, it would be the Battle Gauntlets that Muhyuk obtained, or something similar.

On the other hand, what about the ring that Muhyuk obtained?

[Groian’s Ring (Sealed)]

Wisdom +1

Durability 50/50

It was said to be in a sealed state, but the durability and option values were very weak.

No one would ever think it was precious.

That’s why it was included in the reward.

Anyway, this ring was Groian’s item.

It was famous for being a set item with very excellent options attached to each part.

Among them, he had now acquired the ring that was considered to be quite good.

He also knew how to break the seal. The moment the seal was broken, the shabby value of Wisdom +1 would change overwhelmingly, and the hidden options would also be revealed.

Should I break the seal first?

The plan had changed a little.

In a very good direction.

Weebla Empire’s library.

He went to find the librarian.

“It’s been a while.”

“Yes, thanks to you, I’ve made a good connection.”

“I’m glad.”

He didn’t know the librarian’s identity.

But he knew that he was related to many people.

He was acquainted with the lord of the Gangster Necromancer.

How many other great people did he know?

He couldn’t even imagine, but he definitely knew a few.

One of them.

Groian.

“Actually, I came because I have a favor to ask.”

“A favor.”

“Actually, I recently obtained an item, and I heard that the librarian has a good eye for things.”

“Hmm, who said that…”

“Ah, Balsian Master said that…”

Of course, he had never heard of it.

But the librarian agreed.

“I see. Then, shall we take a look?”

“Thank you.”

“The greetings are fine. I’m just looking at it.”

Muhyuk handed over the ring.

The librarian received it and began to examine it leisurely. But his expression changed little by little.

His comfortable eyes were filled with confusion, and then with surprise.

“This is…”

“How is it?”

“Hmm, you’ve obtained a very good item.”

“Does that mean…”

“Fortunately, it’s an item I know. This is a magic item made by a friend named Groian. It’s currently in a sealed state, so the purity of the magic is low.”

“A seal?”

“Yes, that friend sealed the remaining items just before he died. It was to prevent unqualified people from possessing such excellent items. And you brought it here like this.”

“Ah, I didn’t even know it was such a great thing…”

“No, just obtaining the item is proof of a connection. You are qualified to take Groian’s test.”

At that moment, a quest popped up.

[Groian’s Test]

[You who possess Groian’s item, take the test to break the seal.]

[If successful: Seal of the ring is released. Hint about ‘Groian’s Relic’]

[If failed: Seal of the ring cannot be released. ‘Groian’s Relic’ hint cannot be obtained. Cannot retry.]

[Would you like to accept?]

The librarian continued.

“Will you take the test?”

“Of course.”

He knew what kind of test it was, so the answer came out coolly.