47. Who are you killing?
The 4th round quest is simple.
Killing the same player.
However, since it is a main quest, there is also a hidden sub-quest this time.
[There is a hidden sub-quest!]
<Sub Quest>
└Defeat the district representative within the time limit
└If successful ▶ Receive lowest level magic stone drawing ticket
[You have completed the sub-quest!]
[As a reward, you will receive a ‘lowest grade magic stone drawing ticket’!]
This was the reason why Ryu Min killed Hwang Yong-min.
To defeat the district representative and obtain the sub-quest reward.
[Lowest Magic Stone Draw Ticket]
– Category: Consumables
-Grade: Rare
-Effect: Randomly acquire 1 to 5 lowest grade magic stones.
-Restrictions on use: Until next round, Apprentice level or higher
-Description: A limited-time item that allows you to obtain magic stones at random. If you move on to the next round, the item will automatically disappear. Affected by luck stat.
‘Good.’ I got the reward I wanted.’
The lowest level Magic Stone lottery ticket is a lottery ticket that allows you to obtain up to 5 Magic Stones.
Since it is a limited-time item, you must use it before the 5th round.
‘When I return, I’ll ask Min-ri Min to get some buffs.’
At that time, I heard a sharp scream that shook my eardrums.
“Aaaah!”
“Say, someone died!”
“I saw it! The black scythe killed it!”
People scream when they see Hwang Yong-min with his head cut off.
Some even looked at the black scythe like it was an animal.
‘Whenever you raise a knife and aim to become the district representative, you can’t be hypocritical now.’
Tsk, tsk, he clicked his tongue and brushed off the blood on the scythe.
Seeing that, some players spat and pointed at the player.
“Hey, Black Scythe! What if I just kill someone!”
“Are you without blood or tears?”
“Murderer! You are a murderer!”
Murderer?
Right. Because he killed Jang Seok-hyun.
Is that all?
He killed countless people in 20 rounds.
‘They were all trash that got in my way.’
Even if I explained it, the reason was not important in their eyes.
Because they just needed something to criticize.
‘You’ll think you’ve caught a good fish.’
Sure enough, when I looked at the players criticizing me, I saw that they were all thinking the same thing.
At this point, I think I should pull down the image of the black scythe.
‘It’s almost laughable.’
The players raise their voices, probably aggravated by the sight of them laughing.
“You! Is this situation funny?”
“Are you a psychopath? Laugh at me for doing something good….”
At that time, a message appeared before the players’ eyes.
[Player ‘Black Scythe’ has become the new district representative of ESKS45-5.]
People belatedly realized the message that the district representative had changed.
The fact that the guy with the knife also had a gun.
The players who were pointing quietly lowered their hands.
gulp-
Suddenly everyone became completely dumb.
Ryumin’s sneer became even deeper.
“Why? Instead of shouting like before?”
“…….”
“Since I became the district representative, have I suddenly developed a fear that I never had before?”
“…….”
“Aha, seeing as he was afraid of leadership, I guess he was a non-former?”
“W-what are you talking about…!”
The players stutter as if they have hit the nail on the head.
Some of them hid among the people like rats.
This was because they were afraid of Ryu Min’s leadership.
‘When I became the district representative, I thought they were going to incite people to kill me, but there was no way around it.’
The fact that Ryu Min became the district representative was a despairing event for those who had not moved to the district.
Because it means that the possibility of taking away the district representative has been infinitely reduced.
So I grabbed the pod and tried to pull it down.
Hoping others will kill Black Scythe.
It was then.
“Huh? Look at that!”
People raised their fingers and pointed at the black scythe.
Above your head, to be exact.
“The color of Black Scythe’s nickname has changed!”
Although he couldn’t see his nickname because it was above his head, Ryumin could tell.
‘At first glance, it must have changed from fluorescent to red.’
Normally, killing people doesn’t change anything, but this round is different.
When you commit murder, your nickname turns red like this.
‘It’s probably light red now. ‘Because I only killed one person.’
The more you kill, the darker the color becomes.
What is the meaning of introducing this system this round?
‘I guess it’s to distinguish between murderers and non-murderers. ‘I guess killing the murderer will ease my conscience.’
Killing a murderer rather than a good non-murderer will relieve one’s guilt.
Because it’s a murderer.
Because they are a species of human that killed fellow humans.
‘But the person who kills a murderer also becomes a murderer.’
If you commit murder, your nickname will inevitably become red.
You become the same murderer.
He may claim to be a judge of justice, but in the eyes of others, he is no different than a murderer.
‘Anyway, the color change in nicknames will encourage mutual slaughter.’
However, everyone is hesitating to kill each other, as if they are worried.
In times like this, a little agitation is needed.
“What are you all doing? There’s no time to hesitate, right?”
“You stay still! You’re a murderer!”
“Someone would think that I was the only one who wanted to kill the district representative. What were those people who rushed at Jo Joong-sik in the last round? Did they rush in to kiss him?”
“Well, that’s…!”
“If you don’t kill me, I will die. How have you survived until now without knowing that simple principle? If you live in a competitive society where you step on others, there’s no way you wouldn’t know that, right?”
“B-but…!”
“Don’t be hypocritical and face reality. If you say that if you don’t kill someone right away, your head will fall off, who wouldn’t pick up a knife?”
Amid the silence, Ryumin continued speaking.
“Of course, if you are a good person, you won’t kill. But honestly, isn’t that because you don’t kill for the sake of others? It’s not because you don’t have the courage to kill, right?”
“…….”
“Now is not the time to sit idly by. If you really care about it, why not have a debate like we did the last time we voted?”
With only those words left, Ryu Min turned around.
It’s as if it’s up to you to decide whether to kill or live.
‘Even if you don’t say anything, a fight will happen anyway. but.’
By then it’s too late.
‘If I don’t say this, I’ll just be wasting time.’
In that case, the total number of achievers may not be reached.
Because the rule of this round was that if you didn’t kill, you were eliminated without exception.
‘Encouraging murder in this way is the way to keep more people alive.’
Ryumin headed to an empty corner and watched the situation with his arms crossed.
There are voices of agitation as to whether Ryumin’s argument was effective.
“I don’t think I should just sit still like this. Wouldn’t it be better to do something like the Black Scythe said?”
“So what are we going to do? Are we going to chat?”
“Why are you accepting it so sarcastically? Let’s discuss what to do.”
“What should we do? Let’s just grab each person one by one and fight them. Or try a fair tournament.”
“Where is fairness in a fight where everyone is killing each other? And the tournament. What are you here to play?”
“I beg your pardon?”
The murmur grew louder and the conversation became heated.
As the discussion unfolded on one side, Seo A-rin looked at Ahn Sang-cheol.
“Uh, what should I do? Bodyguard? Do I really have to kill someone like Black Scythe said?”
“Of course we have to kill them. Otherwise, we will die. How important is the life of a complete stranger?”
“…….”
For a moment, Seo Ah-rin felt that Ahn Sang-cheol was unfamiliar.
Because it was not something a bodyguard who protects others would say.
“I completely agree with Black Scythe’s argument. Arin, you should also make up your mind. Murder is not a pleasant experience.”
“You speak as if you have already committed murder.”
“…It can’t be so. It’s just a guess.”
Seo A-rin did not miss out.
Ahn Sang-cheol was shocked for a moment.
“Then who should I kill?”
“We will look at the atmosphere and make a decision gradually. People are already discussing that topic right now.”
As I turned my attention to Ahn Sang-cheol, people were talking enthusiastically.
“Let’s not do this and decide who to kill!”
“Who are you going to kill?”
“He’s a murderer. Let’s kill people whose nicknames turn red!”
“Why do you decide that?”
“Life is precious! Even if you are a murderer, you must not kill anyone.”
“That’s right! If you kill someone, you’ll just become a murderer!”
Opposition opinions arose from all over.
Some players noticed the black scythe.
“So you’re saying we should kill Black Scythe?”
“A black scythe? You’re crazy.”
“How do you kill a level 30 person?”
“Even if all of us rush in, you won’t be able to kill us?”
“Be quiet! What if Black Scythe hears…?”
‘I can hear it all.’
Ryumin, who was watching, clicked his tongue inwardly.
Because of his sharp eyes, some people quickly turned their heads.
‘don’t worry. ‘Because I have no intention of killing him yet.’
I do not plan to step forward until the situation is reversed.
If you suddenly come out and commit a massacre without reason, it will act as a negative factor.
‘Even if you stay still, bugs will attack you on their own. You can aim for that time.’
While Ryumin waited quietly, the discussion heated up.
“Then what should we do? If I’m to live, someone has to die!”
“Instead of arguing like this, let’s agree to kill the criminal!”
“How are you going to identify criminals? Well, are you going to ask people with criminal records to raise their hands? They will turn themselves in very well.”
“f*ck, stop being so sarcastic and give your opinion too, you two.”
“What? This crazy bastard is talking shit about my mouth being pierced? Do you think I’m easy because I’m a woman? You f*cking bastard? Kill me first?”
“It’s a sudden rush. When did I ever talk about women, f*cking shit?”
The scene of discussion quickly began to spread into gender conflict.
“Hey, there! Don’t just talk, just fight.”
“Why are you instigating this shit?”
“That bastard is even worse. The bastard who instigates things from behind!”
“What? Those damn things really! They’re going to kill everyone?”
“If you’re confident, why don’t you try killing me! You damn bastard!”
“These f*cking things!”
It was becoming a mess, with shouting and swearing rampant.
The atmosphere of discussion has long since disappeared.
but.
No one took action, only talking about killing them.
It’s scary.
The consequences after being branded a murderer.
[Time remaining until round end: 02:50:13]
‘Soon, 10 minutes will have passed since Hwang Yong-min died. I guess I’ll have to get ready soon.’
Ryumin, who was looking at the progress window, relaxed his arms.
Although they were not yet fighting as intended… … .
‘There’s nothing to worry about. ‘After a while, I will kill you without hesitation.’
Ryumin knew.
I hope that Hwang Yong-min, whom I killed in the beginning, will become a catalyst.
“Everyone, stop shouting and give realistic opinions… Hey! Are you listening to me? Where are you looking in a daze?”
The player who was shouting turned his head to follow the people’s gaze.
And he, like everyone else, couldn’t help but gape.
Because Hwang Yong-min, who was thought to be dead, came back to life looking fine.
