#255
255. Requiem (1)
After breaking through the 60th floor, Amkena began a major facility expansion.
First, with the accumulated resources, the number of floors in the waiting room was increased by one. In addition, he ordered the level up of the entire facility, from equipment workshops, warehouses, training centers to magic labs.
‘It will take some time, but.’
It’s not like it used to be, it’s just a matter of pressing a button.
When the facility level reached a certain level, it required a lot of materials, craftsmen, and a long construction time to upgrade.
Therefore, in the aftermath, the waiting room was filled with noise reminiscent of a construction site for a while, and the heroes had personal maintenance time until the construction was completed.
During the day, I toured the lower floors to raise my level, and in the evening, I devoted myself to sparring with Halgion.
He decided to spend his time training until Yurnet’s investigation was over.
‘Upstairs… … There is something.’
Breaking through the 60th floor, that thought became stronger.
If it’s simply a strong enemy like the prince or the debris series, you can deal with it. However, there was a possibility of a variable that I did not expect, and if things go wrong, then there is no turning back.
Every night, I read the book of Yeokcheon.
A picture book depicting El Cid’s past. Even so, the content did not change, and it was a repetition of the story I knew.
This daily life continued until the day Yurnet’s background investigation was finished.
<Excuse me, Master.>
One evening, my room at the 1st party hostel built on the 4th floor of the waiting room.
The hazy mist gathered and weaved a human figure. I turned the swivel chair I was sitting on and looked at the shadow. From the shadows, the phantom of Yurnet slowly walked out.
‘Looks like the investigation is over.’
it took about a month
Since the investigation was ordered right after El Cid died, it took longer than expected.
“You didn’t come to say hello, did you?”
I said as I drank my teacup.
It is enough to make regular contact by communication.
There is only one reason to show yourself like this.
<Of course not. The investigation into El Cid is over, and I’m here to give you an official report.>
“Good job. You worked hard.”
I nodded.
<Before that, I think I need to ask for forgiveness from the master first.>
Yurnet approached me and, without a moment to say anything, bowed her head.
<Sorry.>
“What do you mean? Sorry.”
<The results of the investigation… … This is a failure.>
Yurnet bowed and said.
I closed my mouth.
‘Failure.’
I couldn’t imagine.
<I apologize for not following the Master’s orders. If you give me another chance… … .>
“No, that’s okay. Raise your head.
<According to Master’s instructions… … .>
“Let’s stop. I’m dying of burden, hey.”
Yurnet slowly raised her head.
Her expression was unchanged, but I could read Yurnet’s emotions in her eyes.
‘I can’t say anything.’
It was I who unilaterally asked Yunet.
Using a group because the result is not good is an ugly thing.
“Rather than that, if the investigation didn’t work, I’d like to hear the reason.”
<Yes. Let me explain.>
Yurnet opened her mouth.
I listened to her from beginning to end.
First, Yunet’s basic information collection route was to access Mobius’ database through a virtual ID.
Yunet created a virtual account by hacking the system network of a game company, and granted the ID with executive authority to obtain information by looking into the internal data of Pick Me Up.
But this time… … .
“You couldn’t get in with your account?”
<Alpha or higher permission is required to view data related to the ending of Pick Me Up. There was no problem with my ID. If you are in the alpha stage, you are at the top of Mobius’ ranks. Other than the two CEOs and a few key executives, access is not possible.>
I squinted.
What I asked Yunet was simple.
To find out about Dorado’s ending.
‘It must be there.’
The reason why El Cid tried to go to server 1 while risking a war with the whole of Mobius.
‘I can make predictions.’
I just couldn’t be sure.
But the result is like this
<I tried to break through the security system, but it was too thorough.>
“okay?”
<If you take the time, it might be possible. However, we must accept the risk of exposing our identities.>
I clicked my tongue and replied.
“That’s all right.”
<If you command, I will try one more time.>
“If you add more, you might get caught? Why do you go so far in order to enjoy wealth and fame? I should just give up.”
<Haona… … .>
“Okay. Good job. Go back and get some rest.”
I closed my mouth.
I was curious, but I didn’t want to risk Niflheim to find out. You don’t know what Tell will do if he finds out that her vital information has been secretly stolen.
<… … yes.>
Yurnet bit her lip.
Her figure gradually dissipated into the mist and disappeared.
I turned the swivel chair toward the desk.
‘Hmm.’
Did you want to hide it like that?
Tell did. This game was created to bring back a broken world.
But is there a need to hide the ending?
‘It smells like shit. Still, I need to be sure… … .’
Only when there is evidence can certain measures be taken.
However, Yurnet failed, and the way to get the evidence was blocked.
“……ha.”
That’s right, you can’t be blank.
I snapped my fingers.
[Loki’s subordinate No. 1, Isel, etc. Aang!]
Isel appeared with a hurray pose.
“Isel.”
[huh? What’s up, Loki? If you’re bored with me… … .]
“If you complete the mission here, will Taonier go back to normal?”
Issel looked at me and blinked.
“Are all the dead children resurrected?”
[Why are you doing this all of a sudden? You said it before. The CEO said he made Pick Me Up for that. Why do you ask something obvious?]
“No, no. It’s my fault for asking you.”
[What’s going on?]
Issel looked at me as if he didn’t know anything.
I chuckled. This guy is in charge of the lowest rank among Mobius Corp.’s ranks. There’s no way he knows the secrets of the company.
‘Then what should I do?’
You will be able to find out that information as you climb the tower.
but… … .
‘I don’t want to spend it randomly.’
I’m tired of being stabbed in the back.
When I first came here, I had no strength or power, but now things have changed.
What can be used should be used. Whatever it is.
It’s better than being stabbed by a knife, right? I took a crumpled piece of paper from the trash can next to my desk.
<Invitation>
[We decided to hold a celebration party for Loki and his heroes, who are the top rankers and rescued Pick-Me-Up from danger! As soon as you reply, the company will prepare a place… … .]
This is a party invitation sent to me by the game company right after El Cid died.
Of course, I tore it to shreds as soon as I received it, but after that, invitations with the same content were delivered to me several times. Even after returning to Taoni.
‘I thought he was persistent.’
I unfolded the crumpled invitation on the desk and read it slowly.
“Victory celebration party…”
[Accuses and denounces El Cid’s evil deeds.
To prevent the same thing from happening in the future, everyone gathers together to come up with countermeasures.
ALHPA0.]
‘Alpha Zero?’
I said to Isel, who was standing next to me.
“What is Alpha Zero?”
[Alpha Zero?]
I handed out an invitation to Isel.
Isel took the invitation, looked up and down,
[Tteuk!]
I screamed out loud.
“What’s wrong? Did you hear it?”
[Ah, ah, Alpha Zero… … .]
“What are you doing?”
[Pick Me Up… … I’m the game director.]
Issel stared at the bottom of the invitation.
[This must be his signature… … .]
“Are you that great?”
[Alpha Zero is the same rank as the CEO. It’s a big bang that oversees the entire Pick Me Up! where did you get this I only saw this signature at Fairy School!]
You’re on par with the boss.
but. If that guy was the president, the designer of the game would be different.
Judging from the contents of the game, he might not be very normal either.
[Awesome, Loki! This… … It’s the way out. You could be scouted as a company executive!]
Issel shook the invitation with flushed cheeks.
[Secretary and office, lease foreign car! Dedicated Helicopter! 7 star chef! Gorgeous mansions and villas! I can’t do this! The day I finally see the sun… … Ughyaaaaagh!]
I pulled Isel’s cheek.
“Have some delusions. It’s not good for your head.”
[Haha, but! The fact that the director showed up in person means that scouting is… … .]
“If you were like this, would you join a company that makes mangems like this?”
Tell promised me a position as an executive in the company when I reached the top of the tower, but that offer was rejected by the other side.
That you don’t have it even if you give it
“And why are you drinking kimchi soup? It’s an invitation from me.”
[Wow! take me too! Take me away!]
Issel prostrated himself on his desk and began to struggle.
[me too! Get well!]
“I didn’t say I was going.”
[You can go, if you go! An opportunity like this won’t come again!]
Is this guy that great?
At first I thought it was trash and threw it away.
‘There’s no guarantee that it’s not a trap.’
However, nothing to worry about will happen.
Because it still has value for me.
Otherwise, there wouldn’t have been a need for Tell to intrude on my 2-star promotion ceremony.
If you want to know the ending of ‘Pick Me Up’… … ‘
Alpha or higher must be acquired.
According to Isel’s explanation, the guy who sent this invitation was the highest rank among Alphas, Zero.
‘I guess I have to take the risk.’
don’t know what could happen
The possibility of a trap was low, but not that it was not dangerous.
I clenched my chin.
Because I needed time to think.
[Let’s go, huh? Loki!]
Issel looked at me with bright eyes.
I didn’t say I was going, I didn’t say I was taking you.
“…”
I looked up.
El Cid’s wolf fur cloak hanging on the desk and on the wall caught my eye.
It was taken as a trophy after he died.
‘I am… … .’
I would like to know.
The reason why he wanted to go to server 1.
why he gave his life to me.
‘Curiosity.’
If it were me in the past, I would have laughed for a while and then threw away the invitation.
I wondered if it was necessary to step into a dangerous place.
still… … I mean, I’m dying of curiosity.
I took a deep sigh and looked at the back of the invitation.
Contact information was written at the bottom of the back.
[1004 – 5858 – 8282]
a joke
I clicked my tongue.
“Isel.”
[huh?]
“How can I contact you here?”
Issel came up to me and looked at the number.
[This is a company extension phone… … . Uh, wait, Loki, then… … !]
“Pack your things in advance. Don’t leave work behind, do everything.”
[Ah Okay! I’ll bring the receiver soon!]
Isel nodded absently and vanished.
I put my back on the chair cushion.
‘I don’t know if I’m good at it.’
If Yurnet finds out, he’ll probably try to stop it.
Entering enemy camps without understanding the enemy’s intentions is no different from committing suicide.
“It’s okay.”
I took out the wolf fur cloak from the hanger.
The dark blue cloak was lined with cloth and leather, and the neck of the cloak was covered with pure white fur.
‘It’s not good for me to wear.’
it doesn’t fit
I smiled and put the cloak back in place.
