Light of Arad: The First to Walk - Chapter 125



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125

Surrounded by rugged mountain ranges, the towering castle and the villages below it boast a majestic appearance.

The city, which boasts a strong presence in a closed terrain, made people admire its authenticity.

At the same time, I wonder if it was perhaps geographical reasons that made the previous kings of the Suju Kingdom maintain a policy of national isolation…

[Kk, kk, this is a perfect place to hide. That Hilda guy… … If you were planning to transfer me, you should have sent me to a place like that.]

The city that gave off such a comfortable feeling that even Heukgu muttered a word was the capital of the country of Suju, Shonan.

Of course, Jinseong did not agree with Heukgu’s words.

If the black disease deregistration in the dimensional rift were to be transferred there, those beautiful mountains and rivers would melt or rot away in a matter of days.

“Well, do you need to think about that? You’re having fun and enjoying being with me too.”

[Interesting, but not good-.]

“Don’t lie. Anyway, Vivi is probably working hard on her research in Heaven right now… If she gets a good body, she might not have to live in hiding anymore, right?”

“Gulp!”

The most Jinseong could say was this.

Black Goo muttered in a very small voice.

[… … Anticipation is the most miserable emotion, Jinseong.]

“Huh? What-”

“Arrival, arrival! What are you mumbling to yourself?! I have to go back to the West Coast right away! When you come to the principality, do it on your own.”

Even though he wanted to ask again, Jinseong didn’t have time to do so due to Kagon’s loud shout.

Magata, which had lowered its altitude in an instant, was finally landing at the dock in Shonan, the capital of Suju.

And the gazes pouring down towards Magata were also considerable.

“He is an outsider.”

“I see you’re from the Duchy of Bel Myer…….”

“What happened to that black arm? Is it injured or something?”

“What are you carrying behind you? Is it a food god?”

The people of the Duchy of Bel Myer, as well as the people of the Celestial Jiben Empire, had a completely different appearance.

Jinseong could feel that he had entered a completely new space, from the clothing to the hairstyle that gave off a martial arts-like feeling.

‘Even if it’s not to the extent of rejecting them, I guess I still have to be on guard to some extent. Hehe, but I guess each and every one of those people are capable?’

They may look like ordinary people who avoid eye contact with Jinseong, but it is highly likely that they are not ordinary people.

In Shonan, even a staggering drunkard will turn into a warrior if he gets into trouble, which is also information that Jinseong knows.

Someone approached Jinseong, who was looking around.

“Welcome to the uninhabited city of Shonan. My name is U, an imperial envoy of the Shonan royal family.”

A woman with a veil covering her mouth greeted Jinseong and introduced herself.

Envoy Wu, an NPC who welcomes visitors near the Magata Pier in Shonan.

Of course, he could not have not known her, so Jinseong politely returned the favor.

He even showed me the badge of membership in the Magician’s Guild that he had received from Sharan.

“Oh, yes, hello. My name is Jinseong. I work for the Bel Myre Principality’s Magic Guild.”

Woo’s eyes widened as he introduced himself as an envoy.

“The Principality’s Magic Guild… Are you here to study the magic of extremes? Come to think of it, there have only been a few official visits by magicians… I guess you were considering this opportunity.”

“yes?”

It was a statement that Jinseong couldn’t understand for a moment.

It was literally an unmanned city, a city of martial arts.

“Aren’t you here to watch the upcoming martial arts competition? Many strong fighters come here to learn the ultimate martial arts.”

She said proudly.

Jinseong tried to wave his hand at first.

“Oh, that’s not it. The reason I came here is-”

But then it suddenly occurred to me.

What to do here.

What must be done to connect with the characters here and Jinseong himself?

Jinseong blurted out the answer he could come up with since he had gathered his thoughts to some extent while riding the Magata.

“-To participate in the martial arts competition. Not to watch.”

A martial arts tournament held in Shonan, the capital of the Suju Kingdom.

The best way to make your presence known is to participate in a tournament-style competition where the best warrior of each level is chosen.

‘That’s actually how it works in-game. I can do it too.’

Since this is a structure that you will encounter when you progress through the main scenario quest of the game Dungeon & Fighter, you can confidently say that it is true, but of course, the possessed person and the ‘adventurer’ are not the same.

Envoy Woo’s eyes widened.

“That’s…a very interesting story, but- it’s already closed.”

“yes?”

“All participants in this Yellow Dragon Tournament have closed. Above all, it has been confirmed that you are a member of the Principality’s Magic Guild, but you have not been able to prove that you are skilled enough to participate in the martial arts competition… Even if there is a spot, you will not be able to participate right away.”

“Huh? Ahh.”

It was okay if you were an adventurer.

But what is the truth now? It is literally nothing.

Some people in the Duchy of Bel Myer and the Empire of De Los, and even in the heavens, their names would be known, but in Shonan, the closed-off country of Suju, there is no way they would know their true nature.

Jinseong hurriedly gave an explanation to appeal his skills.

Most of them ended up just saying things like, ‘Jinseong himself was active while with the adventurers.’

“I, I, uh, even so! I used to hang out with adventurers in the Celestial Realm!? I even took down a cartel and stuff… Ah! Great Sword Master Aganzo! If you happen to be in contact with Aganzo, he’ll vouch for my skills if you ask him. Or you can ask GSD in Hendonmare. I’m his official disciple after all-.”

“You were active as an adventurer in the heavens?”

And someone responded to that genuine explanation.

Jinseong quickly turned his head and tried to make a stronger argument.

“-That’s right! I…….”

But his voice was gradually fading away.

The face of the woman walking with a lively gait looked younger than Vivi’s.

A woman with long black hair that flows down to the end of her skirt, in addition to a relatively short skirt that flutters in the wind.

The person who approached me wearing a yellow jeogori-style top had a refreshing smile on his face.

Jinseong remembered her identity.

Heukgu felt her energy.

[Keep kek kek… … You’re stronger than anyone I’ve ever met in heaven.]

A genius Nen-Nen Master who hides a fighting spirit that can only be felt at the level of a black ball in his light gait.

And the 39th king of the country of Suju, Shonan Asuka.

* * *

“If you were an adventurer, you would have wanted to meet that person at least once… Are you saying that you went around with that kind of person?”

Shonan Asuka looked at Jinseong with sparkling black eyes.

Although his gaze was somehow burdensome, Jinseong did not back down.

Although she has not yet revealed her identity, since we know that she is the King of Suju, we decided that it would be better to make it a definite connection.

“Yes, that’s right. Ahem, I don’t mean to brag, but including the plague in Northmire, and the Behemoth-.”

“The flow of Nen… is definitely not normal.”

“-Isn’t that right?”

Jinseong took a confident stance, puffing out his chest and shoulders for no reason.

Shonan Asuka looked at Woo with a smile.

“Your Majesty, let us grant this person special entry into the martial arts competition.”

“Yes, yes? But Asuka-sama-.”

“It’s okay. Oh, I’m sorry for the late introduction. I am Shonan Asuka, the King of the Kingdom of Suju. I will write you a letter of recommendation from the royal family… Would you be able to show me the skills you have gained by accompanying adventurers?”

Shonan Asuka said.

It was interrogative, but in a sense it was definitive and mandatory.

For Jinseong, who had already planned to participate in the martial arts competition, it was an offer he could not refuse.

“Ah, Your Majesty! I hope you won’t regret your recommendation-.”

“Yes. I hope you do that. Jin: The Blue Dragon Tournament is a place where the strongest of the strong gather. I will also check from the judges’ seat… I will wish you good luck.”

“……Huh? Jin: The Blue Dragon Tournament-? Huh?”

“The competition is in 48 hours. That’s all for now.”

Shonan Asuka smiled at Jinseong again.

Then he immediately turned around.

“Hey, wait a minute- Huh?”

She walked out without Jinseong having a chance to catch her.

The envoy, Wu, also briefly bowed to Jinseong and then chased after Asuka.

Jinseong, who was suddenly left alone, was left with only a feeling of bewilderment.

‘… … Jin: The Blue Dragon Tournament? Suddenly?’

The Yellow Dragon Tournament is the most basic stage of the martial arts tournaments and has no entry restrictions.

The Blue Dragon Competition is where those who have surpassed the level of the Yellow Dragon Competition gather.

The Jin: Yellow Dragon Tournament, where the winners of the Blue Dragon Tournament gather.

And the Jin: Blue Dragon Tournament is where the best, those who are truly worthy of winning the Jin: Yellow Dragon Tournament, compete. Isn’t that the martial arts tournament that Asuka recommended to Jinseong?

Kaaaaang… … Kaaaaang… … Jinseong had to swallow dry saliva as he heard the sound of the blacksmith’s hammer coming from far away.

‘… … I should’ve just bought it. The qualifications of the Yellow Dragon, the qualifications of the Blue Dragon – that NPC, the NPC ‘given by the Blacksmith’ will sell it!’

In Shonan, there is an NPC who sells items for applying to the Yellow Dragon Tournament or the Blue Dragon Tournament.

You may not have the material items to buy it right now, but you can get them if you want.

Alternatively, you can negotiate with the merchant NPC and try to buy it in exchange for another item.

But are you telling me to go to the Jin:Qinglong Tournament while being forcibly stripped of all those choices?

‘Besides, there was something… … . Something about the way Shonan Asuka was looking at me was a bit subtle.’

Should I say it was stinging? Should I say it was cold?

The corners of the eyes looked like a smiling face, but if you look at them, the gaze was not at all friendly… … ?

‘I guess I should think of it as an opportunity. Since it’s already come to this… I really need to make sure to stamp my seal.’

Jinseong calmed down by controlling his emotions.

Rather, it turned out well.

If I can prove my skills to Shonan Asuka, the king of the Suju nation, things will get a lot easier from then on.

Above all, even if it is the Jin: Blue Dragon Tournament, isn’t it true that Jinseong doesn’t have confidence?

‘Based on the level of the system, it’s probably much higher than mine. It won’t be easy.’

After finishing work in Heaven, I came down to Arad and gained experience just by having various conversations.

The current level of the true character is 66, there are no new skills learned, and none of the equipment items acquired can be worn right away… … .

Wheeee …

roared fiercely.

A weapon modified by Vivi. In addition, he has practical experience that helped him take down a cartel organization.

Before ascending to heaven, it cannot be compared to the past when he was at best fighting with weak monsters.

While Jinseong was preparing himself, the imperial envoy, Ui, quickly followed King Shonan Asuka and asked him what to do.

“Ah, Lady Asuka. May I ask why you suddenly decided to have someone called Jinseong participate?”

Shonan Asuka stopped her hurried steps and looked back.

Her gaze, cast beyond the imperial envoy, caught sight of the silhouette of Jinseong at the other end of the street.

“The flow of Nen is different.”

“Flow…is it?”

Shonan Asuka. A genius Nenmaster.

A person with a natural talent for handling Nen-Nei, who can see through not only his own energy but also that of his opponents.

“It feels like several Nen are entangled… If it were a normal person, it would have been so entangled that I would have lost that body a long time ago…”

It means that she vaguely felt uncomfortable with Jinseong.

The envoy asked with an expression of disbelief.

“Is that… is that possible? The concept of how many Nen exist in one person’s body-.”

“I don’t know either. Is it inside the body, or is it something that surrounds the body… We’ll find out when he participates in the Jin:Qinglong Tournament. This time, we’ve called ‘that person’ as well.”

As Jinsei had thought, it was by no means a natural or friendly flow that Shonan Asuka recommended Jinsei’s participation in the martial arts tournament.

Proof of one who possesses the flow of Nen that even the genius Nenmaster cannot read perfectly.

In other words, it means a test.