81. Mr. Ryu
Unlike the Dark Knight, Buffer, and Mercenary King, the Blacksmith is not the only class.
This means that there are enough blacksmiths to replace Russell.
However, there was only one reason why Ryu Min boarded a plane and came deep into the mountains of England.
‘Because there are few people as talented as Russell.’
It was not a lie to say that Russell would survive until the 15th round.
It’s also about reaching the pinnacle of blacksmithing.
‘Although he died before reaching max level, he was the only blacksmith who survived until the end.’
This means that his personality, skills, and survival skills are excellent.
‘What if we could maintain a friendly relationship with such a talented person?’
It will be helpful in many ways as you progress through the round.
Fixing the durability of the beads is a bonus.
‘The blacksmith class is similar to the buffer, so there’s no harm in having it around.’
The difference is that, unlike the buffer, the blacksmith does not need to be attached at all times.
If I fix or strengthen the equipment, my job is done.
Ryumin glanced at Russell.
My mind is complicated and I am wondering if I can trust myself.
‘I need some help with my choice.’
This is English that I learned over and over again for times like this.
Ryumin spoke in a fluent voice.
“What I’m asking isn’t much. I just need you to fix my equipment when I need it and use a few skills. In return, I’ll give you information on the next round. If you do that, you’ll be able to get stronger quickly in the future while reaping the benefits you missed.”
“Uhm….”
You only get information about the future in return for using a skill.
It was a no-brainer, but that wasn’t what Russell cared about.
The question is whether you can trust Ryumin or not.
-If you look at what he says, he seems like an honest person, but can I trust you? … .
Russell, after thinking about it, came up with a compromise.
“Thank you for considering my future value highly, but I am not sure yet. So, I will decide whether to continue trading after looking at the results of the 6th round.”
“Do whatever you feel comfortable with. I’m not asking you to sign a contract.”
Ryumin smiled confidently.
Just like Ma Gyeong-rok, once you confirm the prophecy with your own eyes, you will have no choice but to rely on yourself.
“We will fix the items first. We will receive information about round 6 later.”
“Okay. Here.”
Ryumin took out the Bead of Spirituality from his inventory.
There was only 1 durability left, so it was a struggle.
After receiving the necklace, Russell immediately casted the skill without even thinking about looking at the item information.
Paaaa-
The repair was completed with a brief flash of light from the bead.
“Everything here has been fixed.”
Ryumin received the item and checked the information.
The durability has already reached [1,000/1,000].
‘good. Now I can raise the stack again.’
Ryu Min, who was grinning, looked at Russell.
-I don’t know what kind of necklace it is, but it looks pretty nice. Seeing as they are trying to continue using it even while modifying its durability.
After reading your thoughts, you realize that you don’t know about the item.
Even though I was able to read enough information.
‘I deliberately did not read it because I thought it was the customer’s privacy.’
As expected, he looks like a professional with good character.
“Thank you. Thanks to you, my durability has been completely restored.”
“Now would you please give me the information for round 6?”
“Of course I have to give it to you. As for the 6th round quest….”
Ryumin released various advanced information.
Each time, Russell’s pupils repeatedly grew bigger and smaller.
“Hmm… If what you just said is true, I guess I should gather as many strong colleagues as possible.”
“Yes. I guess that will be helpful. The monster is so powerful.”
Russell had his head down, but inside he was doubting whether the prophecy would come true.
‘Well, you won’t believe it until you experience it yourself.’
Ryumin was not in a hurry.
You will find out after round 6 anyway.
In order to survive, you have no choice but to hold on to the ropes of being a prophet.
“So is this the end of the deal?”
“Yes, but…”
Ryumin trailed off.
There was still more work left for the blacksmith.
“Would you like to sell me some items?”
“item?”
“You have [black iron powder], right?”
“……!”
Russell had always been skeptical, but this time he couldn’t help but be surprised.
‘You can’t even guess what I have!?’
I had no idea that even the items in my inventory would be guessed correctly.
But he wasn’t the only one surprised.
“That item. Sell it to me. I guess you don’t have enough money to pay for it, so you’re looking for a job, so I’ll give you plenty of money.”
‘… … ‘You even know I’m trying to get a job?’
It’s not a prophecy, it’s something I figured out by reading thoughts, but it won’t make much of a difference to Russell.
“That’s amazing. Now I believe you are a prophet. And I apologize. To be honest, I suspected there was a trick.”
“I have nothing to apologize for. I’m just speaking about the future as I see it, and I’m free to believe or not.”
“The 6th round information is probably also correct.”
Saying that, Russell, who had been thinking deeply about something, raised his head as if he had made up his mind.
“Do you need black iron powder? I’ll just give it to you.”
“You’re just giving it to me?”
“I feel like what I received was greater than what I did. I’m not that person without conscience, am I?”
It seems that they belatedly believed in the 6th round information and set a high value.
Russell, who spoke with a smile, took out black iron powder from his inventory.
“Take it.”
When I accepted it without hesitation, item information came to mind.
[Black iron powder]
-Category: Belongings
-Description: Black iron powder. I feel a slight magical power.
‘I can’t believe you just gave me this precious item.’
Strictly speaking, he received it in exchange for information, but Russell probably doesn’t know.
How much value does black iron powder have?
‘It’s none other than a God-grade ingredient.’
It is an item that can be easily obtained after round 11, but it is difficult at the moment.
This means that the chances of getting lucky while catching a monster like Russell are slim.
‘Isn’t this something I should be thankful for?’
If you gave the information for round 6 and got the black iron powder, it is not a losing business.
“Is it okay if I just give you this?”
“I’m fine. To be honest, I don’t even know what I’m using it for. Only you, the prophet, will know how much value that item has.”
Russell also had some insight.
-If you look at the exact request, it must be a pretty important item.
But I don’t intentionally ask.
I don’t want to know.
I thought it was greedy to do more than that when I had already received help.
‘The point is not to cross unnecessary lines. That’s Russell’s strength.’
Ryumin grinned and held out the bag he was carrying.
“Take it.”
“What is this?”
Russell, who had suddenly received it, opened the bag.
“omg!”
There are dozens of bundles of 10 pound notes.
“A total of 20,000 pounds.”
“…….”
“Why don’t you just accept the item, so I’ll pay for it. That will be enough to cover the cost, right?”
“Okay, sure.”
Russell answered sharply.
It’s enough.
20,000 pounds is equivalent to 32 million won in Korean money.
-Hey, at this rate, I don’t have to look for a job!
Is it because you think you can do whatever you want for the rest of your time?
Russell’s eyes looking at Ryumin quickly changed favorably.
I laughed at that, and Russell, realizing the reality, noticed it too late.
“Ah, but is it okay for me to receive this much money…?”
“You can take enough. The items you gave me are worth it.”
‘Actually, it’s not a waste to give money in hundreds of millions, but if it’s too much, it’ll feel burdensome.’
This was the extent of my restraint.
But Russell seems to think even this is a lot.
Ryu Min, who thought there was nothing he could do, hinted.
“Of course, I didn’t give you this much money just to use it for food.”
“Yes? Then….”
“Open an overseas stock account and invest about half of the money I gave you in Korean stocks.”
“Korean stocks?”
“The name of the company is Player Place. It is a company that will soon become a huge success, so if you invest in it, you will not have to worry about the cost of buying a home for the rest of your life. Well, you are free to believe it or not.”
“I believe it. It’s the prophet’s words, so there’s no doubt about it. It’s money I earned without any effort anyway….”
Only after seeing the promise to invest in Korean stocks was Ryu Min able to take a step forward.
“That’s the end of my business, Russell Daniel. I wish you luck in the next round. Oh, do you have a cell phone?”
“Of course. I’m also uploading videos to YouTube using my cell phone.”
“Then I’ll call you my number. Save it just in case.”
Russell, who had been taking notes on his cell phone, raised his head as if he had not actually asked something important.
“I forgot to ask for your name. Is your name…?”
Ryumin said with a smile.
“Please call me Mr. Liu.”
* * *
Time cannot be stopped.
The day came as always.
Midnight on June 1st.
Ryumin, who had been called to the other world as usual, looked around.
Unlike before, where it was lush and green, a desolate wasteland spreads out.
It was none other than the background of the 6th round.
‘Round 6 is a cooperation round. I need to find people to move with me.’
Ryumin looked around and used the tracking skill.
The first person to find it was Min-ri Min.
If you have to party, she is a must.
‘Actually, there is no one I need except Min Joo-ri.’
However, people were needed to fill the number.
Because the rule for this round was to form a party of 5 people.
‘I need three people except me and Min-ri Min. ‘Who should I choose?’
Four candidates immediately came to mind.
Although it was my first time meeting one of them, I really needed to include him in the party.
Because he was someone who would be helpful to his activities in the future.
“Huh? Black Scythe!”
Min-ri Min spots Ryu-min and runs towards him, waving his hand.
“It’s nice to see you like this! How have you been?”
“You talk as if it’s been a while since we’ve seen each other.”
“Hehe, but it’s been a month since we’ve seen each other again.”
Minjoo-ri smiles brightly, as if she is no longer scared.
Well, the two had good chemistry in previous episodes as well.
‘So I guess we were able to become friends without knowing each other’s identities.’
Ryumin looked around and saw that people’s eyes were looking in this direction.
-What is that woman? Who is she talking to Black Scythe?
-democracy? Are you a high ranker suitable for a black scythe?
-Now that I think about it, I think I saw it in the last round’s tally results. I think I was in second place… … .
-Anyway, I’m jealous. Having a top ranker in line… … .
Ryumin didn’t mind, but the black scythe was popular with players.
Since he was always number one in the rankings and also had cold charisma, people wanted to become friends with him regardless of gender.
However, I only did it in my mind and could not actually put it into practice, and the reason was simple.
Because I was afraid of the black scythe.
Because an untouchable energy was circling around like a barrier.
However, he continued to talk to Minjoo-ri, regardless of whether this matter was relevant or not.
“Did you defeat the last boss in the last round?”
“Gotcha.”
“Time was tight, but you caught it quickly? So, did you complete the sub-quest to collect the Stone of Balance?”
“It is completed. Please note that it does not tell you what kind of reward you received.”
“Tch, how did you know? I wanted to ask.”
“You’ll know it when you see it.”
“I felt it before, but I think you really have deep insight. Black Scythe.”
“…….”
When there was silence, Min Joo-ri realized that the atmosphere had become strange.
-Wh-what did you say, me? Embarrassingly.
I blushed, probably out of embarrassment later.
“Oh, bar, did I just say something that made you cringe? I’m sorry.”
“What is there to be sorry for?”
“Huh? Oh… I see. Why did I apologize?”
“Anyway, thank you for the compliment.”
As he said that and burst into laughter, Minjoo-ri also laughed along with him.
-He was caring, then he was charismatic… … Anyway, he’s an amazing person.
That’s when Minjoo-ri laughs it off.
“Hello, Black Scythe.”
Two party candidates approached the Black Scythe.
