Chapter 23 (1/2)

Legendary grade weapons.

There are only four of them known around the world.

There may be more hidden, but it certainly wouldn’t exceed ten.

One of such legendary weapons was in Jin-woo’s hand.

He didn’t feel this way about Mr. Octopus’ Muramasa.

The Muramasa made him feel scared because it felt like he didn’t have enough power to wield it.

But this one…

The Dragon Blade.

As he squeezed it, he didn’t feel any fear.

Rather, he felt as if its power was in his hands.

On top of the 1,070 physical attack power, it was also increased by 570 with the power stat.

The max stats given by an average hero-grade weapon do not exceed 1,000.

It was almost fraudulent.

It was clear that he can deal insane damage with it.

Can I kill a real dragon with this in just one blow? He thought.

It was a realistic possibility.

“You can use this as soon as possible,” said the rat.

“Leave all the dragon bones here. I’ll use them to make a masterpiece.”

The creature who looked like a rat is now a master in Jin-woo’s eyes.

[There is not much time left.]

The swordsman reminded him. Jin-woo checked the remaining time.

[32 seconds]

Getting a sword was taking too much time.

“I will use it well!” he told the rat.

“When you come next time, stop by here again.”

“Yes!”

They said goodbye to the rat and went back to the octopus’ shop.

Jin-woo hastily scanned the skill cards.

He sorted through the pile displayed on the board and found five legendary cards.

[No time to check them!]

The swordsman was rushing him.

[17 seconds]

They are running out of time.

Mr. Octopus picked up one of the cards.

“If you learn this one, it will be useful someday.”

[15 seconds]

“Thank you!” Jin-woo trusted the octopus.

“Learn the skill!”

[Skill: You learned Infinity Mana.]

[You can use Infinity Mana.]

Infinity Mana?

He will check its description later.

He opened the inventory and saved the admission ticket.

Then, he took out the gift he had prepared.

“Mr. Octopus! Here’s a gift!”

“Oh? A gift?”

[7 seconds]

“I will come again next time!”

Jin-woo bowed to the confused octopus and held his return ball.

[5 seconds]

“Okay. See you next time.”

Clink-!

He gripped the ball tight, and it broke effortlessly.

The light emitted from the ball wrapped Jin-woo and the swordsman.

Soon, the light disappeared, leaving only the octopus standing holding a bag.

The rat approached the octopus.

“Are they gone?”

“Uh, yes.”

“But what is that?”

“He said it was a gift?”

“Dried seashells?”

Dried seashells were contained in a transparent bag.

Mr. Octopus put one of his legs in, took a piece, and put it on his mouth.

“It’s delicious. do you want to eat?”

“No, I’m done. Eat a lot.”

The rat disappeared back into his forge with a ridiculous expression on his face.

Mr. Octopus limped back to his stall.

“It’s really good.”

* * *

[Skill: Infinity Mana]

[Rating: Legendary]

[Obtains infinite mana.]

[Effect: You can use skills without consuming mana for 5 minutes. Cool down is 24 hours.]

He got some sense of it from the name.

Infinity Mana.

Mana limit disappears for 5 minutes.

In a way, it was unbelievable.

The lack of limitation means he can use the skills indefinitely within the 5-minute period.

Can I use the Red Moon indefinitely, then?

[Stupid bastard. Does the Red Moon only use mana?]

The swordsman scolded him.

Hey… you’re right.

The Red Moon contained everything.

It’s what makes it strong.

Mana, stamina, mental power, inner air.

But why is this skill a legendary grade?

[There must be a reason for that.]

Jin-woo nodded. There must be a reason why the octopus recommended it to him.

Tuk-tuk!

He heard someone knocking.

When he opened the door, it was Sun-woo.

“Huh? What’s up?

“Oh? You’re here? When did you arrive?”

“Just now, why?”

“Ah! Right. Have you heard the news?”

Jin-woo looked puzzled and shook his head.

Then, Sun-woo showed him his smartphone where the news was displayed.

[No contact from the Noblesse Guild at Dragon’s Nest!]

The Noblesse Guild disappeared?

* * *

The world turned over.

The Noblesse Guild’s disappearance attracted attention from all over the world.

The British government is said to have requested many guilds to help search for the Noblesse Guild.

That day, the news was all about the Noblesse Guild.

Ten years ago, dungeons began appearing.

Historians have called the first five years as ‘transition’.

The world was not yet able to cope with the change.

The government was slow, and the public spent day after day in danger and chaos.

Then, progress came.

Players soon appeared to handle the problem.

Risks existed, but they were now within control.

Accidents occurred to some extent.

But none as large as this.

The Noblesse Guild ranked 21st in the world rankings.

It is in the Top 3 in Europe.

Most of all, it had a close relationship with the British government.

The disappearance of an entire guild had no precedent.

So, people were anxious.

They were worried that the days of chaos and danger will be upon them again.

Other guilds moved in a hurry, calculating their own profits and losses that could result from this loss.

The Taewang Guild was no different.

Park Tae-sung would have a busy day full of meetings.

So, why did he call me? Jin-woo thought as he entered the president’s office.

“Hello.”

“Welcome. Long time no see. Sit here,” Park Tae-sung gestured him to sit closer.

“Han Yu-ra, please get out for a moment,” the president then said.

“Yes? Ah… Okay.”

She looked a little embarrassed, but the president’s order was clear.

Han Yu-ra bowed slightly and left the office.