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[Chapter 174]

[Foundation of Reconstruction (5)]

The official document from the Mana Management Organization was issued.

The document detailed what rewards would be given to the players, clans, and people who protected Gangbuk by the Fairy Government.

It also included the schedule for when players who had made contributions could enter the National Museum of Korea.

The first clan allowed to enter was the Pandora Clan.

"We sincerely welcome you to the treasure vault of the National Museum of Korea. We also express our deepest gratitude for protecting the Republic of Korea."

""""...."""

And so, at the National Museum of Korea.

When the date arrived, the Pandora Clan immediately headed to the National Museum of Korea.

While participating in the reconstruction work of Gangbuk, most clan members had been staying at the temporary Pandora Clan Hall set up in Itaewon recently.

Or commuting from home.

But regardless of which option they chose, no one was late on this day.

Even the foolish hyung didn't oversleep.

That's how eagerly the clan members had been waiting for today.

In fact, Eunha felt the same way.

Leading the clan members to stand in front of the treasure vault, Eunha listened to the explanation from the Mana Management Organization's secretariat staff.

"First, before entering the treasure vault, you will have your identities verified at the gate. After identity verification, you can submit your player certificates to us and enter the treasure vault."

The secretariat staff guided them.

The gate in front of the treasure vault entrance.

On one side, secretariat staff members greeted them warmly.

The identity verification was quickly completed.

Eunha and the clan members were able to pass through the gate and enter the treasure vault.

""""Wow...."""

As the treasure vault opened.

The clan members exclaimed in admiration at the artifacts displayed in glass cases.

The secretariat staff member smiled slightly at their reaction.

"This is the Inheon grade treasure vault. Those receiving artifacts must pass through here and go down below. The treasure vault you need to go to is the Chungmu grade treasure vault two floors below. Let's take the elevator down following me."

Soon, a few more secretariat staff members entered.

The Pandora Clan followed their guidance and took the elevator down.

"We've arrived. This is the Chungmu grade treasure vault."

""""...."""

As the elevator doors opened.

The clan members stepped out into the Chungmu grade treasure vault with sparkling eyes.

The way they looked around seemed as if they were scanning which artifacts to take.

Eunha gave a bitter smile.

"Except for the Pandora Clan Lord and <Seolchang >, all Pandora Clan members can acquire one of the artifacts here. As the condition of the artifacts is not very good, please check the artifacts with the guidance of the staff."

""""Yes!!""""

"You'll be able to find explanations near the glass cases about what characteristics each artifact possesses. However, not all artifacts have explanations. While the historical value of the artifacts is recognized, and based on the mana imbued in them, we can make some estimates, but we haven't been able to confirm the specific effects for some artifacts yet."

""""...."""

"The number of artifacts one person can take is limited to one. And please remember that once an artifact is taken out of the glass case, it cannot be put back."

The artifacts stored in the National Museum of Korea were deteriorating, unable to withstand the long years.

Even with the magic built into the glass cases protecting the condition of the artifacts, it was only a matter of time.

As a result, there was a clause stating that artifacts taken out of glass cases are automatically attributed to the person who took them out.

After hearing the explanation, the clan members nodded.

"Then you can go check the artifacts following the staff. Now, Pandora Clan Lord, <Seolchang >. Shall we go see the Eulji grade treasure vault?"

"No. I'd like to see what artifacts the clan members choose before going, if that's okay? Is that alright with you too, Yeonhwa noona?"

"Yes, I'm fine with that."

"In principle, it's not possible to enter treasure vaults of different grades... But since the Fairy Lady also said to watch carefully, you can move around freely like the others. Just be careful not to touch the artifacts."

"Okay, we will."

"And even though we've gone beyond the principle, please understand that only the two of you can enter the Eulji grade treasure vault. It's a treasure vault that's being opened for the first time in decades, so we need to be extra careful."

After hearing the secretariat staff member's request.

Eunha moved his feet.

Ryu Yeonhwa followed behind.

Then she asked.

"Are you not going to worry about what artifacts the clan members choose?"

"It's not that I'm not concerned, but the clan members should choose what they want to choose. It would be strange for me to make recommendations unnecessarily."

Eunha shrugged.

The artifacts that the clan members would obtain this time would all go into the hands of the clan members, not the clan.

It was awkward for Eunha to say much about it.

Even so─.

─They'll do well on their own without me giving advice.

The clan members also knew well what they needed to develop themselves.

In the first place, the artifacts of Chungmu grade had a certain guaranteed quality and magic regardless of what was chosen.

Eunha wasn't too worried.

In the meantime, Eunha found Jin Parang standing blankly in front of a glass case.

"Wow, shit... This is really cool..."

A huge molted skin was on display.

A molted skin that looked just like a cicada larva.

Jin Parang was almost entranced looking at the cicada molted skin that was even bigger than his head.

This guy is really consistent.

Watching Parang wagging his tail vigorously.

Eunha quietly shrugged his shoulders.

It was something that had happened in his previous life too.

Jin Parang, who had played an active role in the Second Uijeongbu Recapture Battle, was immediately captivated when he saw a strange molted skin at the Chungmu grade treasure vault.

It must be perfect for hyung.

"Hey, Eunha. When did you get here?"

"While hyung was absorbed in looking at that molted skin."

"Hey, isn't it really cool? How could there be such a huge creature in the world?"

"Well. There must have been mana in the old days too, so maybe there were huge creatures like phantasmal beasts?"

"It seems to be the molted skin of a phantasmal beast estimated to be from 500 years ago. It's amazing that it could remain until now..."

"It's because it remained until now that it contains a large amount of mana."

"Anyway, you have to admit it's awesome, right?"

"Yeah, it's awesome."

He's totally like a child.

Jin Parang was grinning from ear to ear.

Eunha clicked his tongue watching Jin Parang immediately choose the molted skin of some phantasmal beast without even looking at other artifacts.

Well, it is what hyung needs.

By processing that phantasmal beast's molted skin.

Jin Parang creates an artifact in the form of clothes that can be freely transformed according to his imagination.

It was a perfect artifact for him, who occasionally tore his clothes due to the gift <Beast >.

Of course, because of that─.

"─If I wear clothes made from this molted skin, then I only need that one set of clothes, right?"

"Let me tell you in advance, please wash yourself."

"Huh? What are you talking about?"

"Don't neglect washing your body just because you wear that all the time."

Eunha had suffered in various ways because of Jin Parang in his previous life.

To change the clothes Jin Parang was wearing, he had to temporarily expose his naked body, causing visual terrorism.

Also, Jin Parang insisted on the 'one set theory', using it as an excuse not to wear other clothes or wash properly, causing olfactory terrorism.

I should ask Haesu hyung to get artifacts that remove odors and have cleaning magic applied.

Not knowing Eunha's thoughts.

Jin Parang was happy to receive the glass box containing the phantasmal beast's molted skin.

It was then.

"─Ah, I found it. Hey, Noh Eunha!"

"Huh? Why are you calling me?"

Kim Minji, who appeared from around the corner, suddenly called out to Eunha.

Eunha tilted his head.

"There's something I've picked out, but I wanted you to check if it's right for me."

"It's yours, so you should choose what you want... Why do you need my permission..."

"Don't I have to match the style you're pursuing for me?"

"...That's true."

Kim Minji knew her abilities very well.

As a result, she was focusing on developing her strengths.

Eunha, who knew about her concerns, nodded willingly.

"This is what I've picked out. What do you think?"

"Hmm..."

Looking at the artifact she had chosen.

Eunha was secretly surprised.

A celadon incense burner with a lion-shaped lid decoration.

An animal like a lion with one front paw raised was sitting on top of the celadon lid.

"You chose something just like you."

"And something just like you would be that duck-shaped celadon water dropper over there?"

"Muk Minji, you're really..."

"You started it first? Ah, forget it and just check it for me quickly."

"I said you chose something just like you. You did well."

Eunha didn't know what historical value the lidded incense burner held.

However, after reading the description of the artifact, he immediately realized what had been created based on this artifact.

This is the artifact used by <Madam > Bebe.

So <Madam > chose this.

Magic effects that brighten night vision and see through traps hidden in the ground or transparent forms.

In his previous life, <Madam > Bebe had a similar artifact.

As <Madam > Bebe said─.

"─It was Lion's Eye, wasn't it? It would be good to melt that and use it to make a necklace or ring."

"I'm sorry, but I asked you to check if this suits me, not to ask about the name and form of the artifact?"

"This is what happens when I try to give advice."

"And what's with the childish Lion's Eye? If anything, Cat's Eye would be much better. Ah, that name is good. I should ask Haesu oppa to make it into a necklace later. Since Midnight Whisper is a ring, it would be weird to wear another ring."

"If you were going to figure it all out yourself, why did you call me in the first place? And is that a lion or a cat?"

"It lacks style, style. Anyway, I got it. You're saying this suits me, right?"

"Do whatever you want."

Eunha sighed.

It's troublesome even when giving advice.

Yet Eunha only turned his back after seeing Kim Minji finally choose that artifact.

Although he was grumbling outwardly, he was inwardly worried about her.

This artifact is perfect for Minji.

<Madam > also used Midnight Whisper, sending summoned creatures to areas where traps were set.

As her proficiency increases, she might even be able to use mice to disarm traps.

Since Kim Minji really hates mice, I'm not sure if that time will come though.

In addition, Eunha saw other clan members choosing artifacts.

Interestingly enough.

In the case of people who had entered the Chungmu grade treasure vault in their previous lives, they chose the exact same artifacts.

For example, in Bong Gurae's case─.

"─Oh my, this is really pretty. It's in such good condition even though it was made a long time ago."

A lacquered mirror with flower and animal patterns attached.

She was captivated by a mirror made during the Unified Silla period.

"It would be perfect to make into a ring that reflects light like a mirror."

"Right? Don't you think so too? With just this, it seems like it would be convenient for confusing enemies. But how do you know my taste so well?"

"It just feels that way."

"Honey... Do you believe in fate?"

"I don't believe in things like fate. No, I really hate it."

"Rejecting it outright is cool too."

"Fate is something you carve out for yourself."

"Hmm... I see. I'll definitely remember that."

"Huh?"

Although the conditions for use were tricky, it was an artifact that creates an exact copy of the subject reflected in the mirror where light reaches.

In her previous life, Bong Gurae used it to create a doppelganger identical to herself and confused enemies. Given the nature of a sniper who basically has to shoot and leave immediately, it was quite a useful artifact.

Eunha left his spot, leaving behind Bong Gurae's meaningful gaze.

"Ah, Eunha."

"Eunu, have you chosen too?"

"Well, there are so many that I'm hesitating about what to choose... But I'm thinking about this for now. What do you think?"

Meanwhile, the artifact that Cha Eunu, who was nearby, pointed to was a stained bandage.

It was stained with blood in places.

That too was the material for the artifact used by Cha Eunu, who was called <Saint > in her previous life.

It must have been the Healing Bandage.

An artifact that creates infinite bandages when mana is infused into it.

The bandages also had the ability to heal wounds, albeit slightly.

It also had the ability to extend or amplify the effects of healing magic.

"It seems to suit you well?"

"Right? With just this, no matter how much you guys get hurt, we won't run out of bandages, and it won't be burdensome to carry around. It says the bandages automatically wrap around the target just by designating them."

"That's true."

"If we apply the characteristics of the bandages, it seems possible to restrain opponents, and to mummify kids who don't listen and go out to fight..."

"...What?"

"Wouldn't kids like Parang oppa or you obediently receive my treatment without resistance then?"

Cha Eunu nodded.

Seeing her side profile with tear moles at that moment, Eunha felt something unpleasant.

Somehow it feels like she's considering us troublemakers?

Will Cha Eunu be able to be called <Saint > in this life too?

Eunha moved away from Cha Eunu, who was raising the corners of her mouth as if plotting something.

Then he grumbled.

"Minho and the kids have ruined Eunu. How did she come to think like that?"

Meanwhile, other clan members were also choosing artifacts one after another.

Eunha was satisfied seeing the artifacts they chose.

They all chose artifacts that were most necessary for themselves.

Of course, there were exceptions.

"Noh Eunha! Look at this! Isn't it amazing? It's an artifact called a buncheong porcelain vase with lotus and fish patterns, ah the name is so long! Anyway, if you put water in here and infuse mana, it can make soju!"

"...You go find something else."

"Why! Do you know how amazing this is!? As expected of Chungmu grade!"

"Forget it, choose again."

"Tch."

There were exceptions like Ariel.

Eunha had a headache.

With no other choice, Eunha chose an artifact that would suit her best.

It is said that Ariel grumbled but eventually followed Eunha's recommendation.

Meanwhile, Noh Euna seemed to have chosen as well.

"Eunha, what do you think of this?"

"...Gold earrings from the Gyeongju Couple's Tomb?"

Euna pointed to some gold earrings.

They say it's gold earrings that show the peak of the 5th century Silla period.

Eunha found the magic embedded in the artifact in the description.

It summons couple spirits to assist the owner's magic?

It seemed to be a type of magic that assists magic.

Since it received Chungmu grade approval, it would probably be able to assist even complex and difficult magic.

"Hmm, it seems to suit noona well. But noona is wearing earrings, can you wear these too

"You fool. We can melt it down and make something else. I'm thinking of making it into a ring, what do you think?"

Currently, Euna was wearing the artifact called Butterfly's Blessing on her ears, which Yoon Ibyeol frequently used in her previous life.

When Eunha pointed this out, Noh Euna pouted.

"A ring... Not bad. No, it's really good."

"Right? I should ask Haesu to make it pretty."

"Haesu hyung will have a hard time making noona's ring. I should prepare some medicine for him."

At the idea of making it into a ring.

Eunha nodded.

It's not bad since it can also drive away pests approaching noona like Changjin hyung.

The effect of the artifact is good, and the appearance is good too.

Eunha actively recommended it to Euna.

"Come to think of it, where is Kaede? I don't see her anywhere."

"Bibi?"

As clan members who had chosen artifacts were being guided out by the staff.

Eunha wondered about the whereabouts of Kaede, who had not yet shown herself.

If she had chosen the same thing as before the regression─.

─It was something that allowed air walking.

I can't remember what it was called.

What Kaede had chosen in her previous life was probably an artifact that allowed her to move freely as if there were foothold in the air.

After obtaining that artifact, she was able to show more diverse combat plays.

Well, she must be somewhere.

She's sharp when it comes to her own business, so she'll choose well even without me.

The clan members have mostly chosen too.

Eunha and Yeonhwa decided to go up following Euna.

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Hoshimiya Kaede was the last to leave the treasure vault.

All the clan members waiting above gathered around her.

"Kaede, what did you choose?"

The glass box Kaede brought out from the treasure vault had a blackout curtain to block light.

It was the same for other clan members.

Jin Seona, who was busy boasting about the beeswax immortal peach ornament she had chosen, asked.

"I was torn between a bow and shoes, but since the bow I have now is sufficient and I don't think I need it, I went with the shoes."

""""...."""

Kaede gently removed the blackout curtain.

The clan members could see leather shoes inside the glass box.

According to her, they were mokwha, shoes worn by civil and military officials with official uniforms in the Joseon Dynasty.

"So what's the effect?"

"It seems I can freely walk in the sky. I'll have to make something using this as material later to know for sure."

"You chose well."

"I chose after much deliberation."

An artifact with magic similar to what Kaede had chosen before the regression.

She must have chosen the same item as in her previous life.

Eunha praised her choice.

Perhaps because she had chosen after much deliberation, she unusually shrugged her shoulders.

Then she suddenly realized and snorted while turning her head away.

How shy.

It's all showing on your face right now.

Eunha chuckled.

Unlike other clan members, she didn't seem to feel much excitement when told she could enter the treasure vault.

In the end, she wasn't much different from other clan members.

She was no different from Jin Parang.

Perhaps reading Eunha's expression.

"Don't... think... strange... things..."

Don't think strange thoughts...

Kaede threatened.

It was obvious that she was flustered.

Eunha, who found Kaede's reaction amusing, wondered what would happen if he put his hand on her head right now.

She would surely throw a fit.

Seeing such a sight wouldn't be bad either.

It was then─.

[─Ah, ah, mic test. Noh Eunha please respond.]

Jin Seona's telepathy was transmitted.

Eunha turned his head sharply.

The fox grinned at Eunha and was infusing mana into a pink ornament.

Because the condition of the artifact was the best among those chosen by the clan members, she tried to check the magic of the artifact by sending telepathy.

[Can you hear me? Can you hear?]

[Yes, I can hear. Don't use that yet. Even if the condition seems fine, if you use it wrongly, it might break due to poor durability.]

[I'll stop after just this. I was just bored and wanted to try it once.]

[But it is amazing. Telepathy was only possible one-way before, but this artifact makes two-way possible...]

[Right? I chose well, didn't I?]

Like fumbling for Buldak's pass.

Eunha focused on the pass that had formed in his consciousness.

Then it became possible to have a telepathic conversation with her.

It was the effect of the artifact.

[It's good that it can complement the weakness of telepathy, even though you can only designate one person per day.]

[I can hear all your inner thoughts.]

[...Turn off the artifact. I don't know how to cut off the pass.]

[Hmm, so using this allows reading the thoughts the other person leaks. Very good?]

[I said turn it off.]

Saying she could play pranks on clan members with magic whenever she got bored.

The puppy was grinning happily.

[You just thought 'puppy', didn't you?]

[Shut up, puppy.]

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Eunha sighed.

The artifact Jin Seona had chosen seemed to have many advantages, but the disadvantages seemed no less.

Fortunately, when he raised his mana resistance, the pass connected to Jin Seona was cut off.

Anyway, they all chose good things, so it will help improve the clan's strength.

Eunha was satisfied.

Seeing the clan members' happy expressions made him feel good too.

Byeok Haesu would surely be happy as well.

He decided to make some good medicine for Byeok Haesu soon.

Then Eunha glanced at Ryu Yeonhwa.

Their gazes met.

As if reading his eyes, Ryu Yeonhwa gently nodded.

"Then Yeonhwa noona and I will enter the Eulji grade treasure vault now, so everyone wait at a nearby cafe or something."

Actually, we're tired of waiting.

You don't know how envious we were watching the clan members choose artifacts.

Eunha said with the corners of his mouth raised to his ears.