Chapter 156: Nexus of Heroes

"Both sides, gather in the plaza!"

Izel's voice calls out to both sides.

Another meeting like yesterday. It seemed like he wanted to walk around the 18th floor like he used to.

We don't have much time before climbing.

I got up from the chair.

The crumpled cup is back to normal.

Bergquist also stands up.

Once the second group is at the right level, head there. Be prepared so you don't regret it.

Seungbae, please be careful too. It would be a nuisance if you caught up with me.

I like your confidence.

I chuckled and pulled my sword from its sheath.

Eroka went to the magic library. She looked for books on casting.

That night.

[Skill awakening!]

[Hans' basic swordsmanship is Lv. 5. Reached 8!]

Weapon skill level reached 8.

Even during the training, preparations for the mountain climbing were progressing steadily.

The equipment I created this time is D+-level leather armor. Considering the level of content, this was a pretty good evaluation. Several sets of leather armor were made and distributed to Camps 1 and 2. Additionally, Anytng continually produced consumables such as throwing daggers, antidotes, and healing potions.

There were also excellent people on the second floor.

First, there were pharmacists who could make medicine. She was assigned to the Magic Library.

Next, Dika, the man who became the instructor, came back upstairs. Dika-sensei had come because I had recommended him to the instructor, and he kept bowing his head in gratitude. There were also some helpers from the self-help group there.

The third party had also started to get active in earnest.

The third party made more progress than the second party.

That was a necessary step. The 20th floor challenge could require up to three parties. After this challenge was over, it looked like we had entered the second floor as a formal party rather than just a gathering of hopefuls for an after-party.

Seriously preparing for the 20th floor.

The 20th floor is difficult.

Anyone who saw the strategy I sent would know this.

There was also a problem on the 20th floor. I experienced exactly 3 party wipes in total. But here, on the 20th floor, and in future missions, even a single failure was not an option.

I knew how absurd this situation was, but I wasn't going to give up.

Use everything that is available.

And I will survive and return to Earth.

This has been my goal since I came here.

Whatever happens, it's okay.

File closed.

The file contained records of boss types and various boss fight patterns. I didn't know exactly what strategies would come out, but most of them were memorized.

I looked up at the sky.

The sky was enveloped in pale darkness.

When everyone was asleep, It was early in the morning, already past midnight.

The competition was scheduled to start tomorrow.

The leveling up of both has been completed since yesterday.

The distribution of improved equipment has also been completed.

Everyone was paying attention.

It's good that the timing is easy to understand.

I laughed lightly.

I did the same thing when I was a master. It was a signal of preparation before strategy.

And the next day, the heroes prepared

by themselves.

In the morning, I spoke to the people gathered in the dining room.

No training today. Please wait until the evening. Don't waste your energy carelessly.

All members of the first and second parties were in the dining room.

Please report any abnormalities. If, for some reason, you are too scared to go outside, please proactively consult your master.

Do you want to summarize us?

Verquist laughed.

Have you been arrested?

I don't think you're kidding.

Edith replied.

Second participant, are you ready?

I looked at Edith and said, Behind her were members of the second group, including Roderick and Aaron.

Almost done. It looks like I can participate.

Now you're there too. It's different from the 15th floor.

I know.

And even if they're not here, he'll probably have a third one as well.

I looked around at the heroes.

The master takes a long time to establish a connection. If something is left unfinished, do it. Write a suicide note or anything else. For those who write a will, I will tear it up in person when you die.

Do you think we can return safely from this mission?

Edith said to me with worried eyes. I grinned.

Only if we do your job correctly.

I got up from my seat.

With that as a signal, the people stood up one by one and began to disperse. Some go to the kitchen to order something delicious, while others head to their accommodations. Groups also went to the lounge. Meanwhile, some people wrote suicide notes.

Are you sure you want to write a will?

Never mind; Eloka stuck out her tongue.

Eroka immediately folded her newspaper and went to her room. She apparently intended to finish it in her own room. The dining room emptied in less than a minute. I spoke to Aaron, who was sitting quietly.

Don't break your promise.

Aaron smiled and picked up his spear.

I'm not going to die.

I'm glad to hear that.

Hyeonnim, where are you going?

I'm going to take a nap.

Of course, I didn't intend to do anything peacefully.

I was planning to check the data again in my room until Anytng was connected.

The 20th floor was right in front of me.

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