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255 – The Returner’s Concerns (2)

“Ho… “

I picked up a potion in a glass bottle and held it up to the light. The mysterious purple liquid reflects light and sparkles here and there. Although it was just a simple liquid, it felt like looking at a work of art.

The next thing I picked up was a pair of gloves that were made very well. However, after examining it carefully, it was difficult to see that it was of much use compared to the ‘transparent gloves’ I was currently wearing, so I put it back down.

The place I am standing right now is the ‘marketplace area’ on the 26th floor. The owner of this market is quietly watching me with his arms crossed. Since it cannot be stolen systematically, it is not monitored, but purely out of interest.

“How much is this?”

“2000 contribution.”

The owner answers promptly. For reference, purchasing items at the market was simple.

First. Consumes the ‘contribution’ that can be obtained after the 27th floor. This contribution is like a commodity that can be used in a variety of ways on the 26th floor, and contribution is automatically accumulated when you clear a floor or kill a monster. I think it can be seen as a game-like concept where money drops when you kill a monster.

And second.

“Or I could exchange it for the gloves you have.”

Or, you can exchange it for an item of equivalent value. They said they would provide not only items, but also consumables such as potions. Oh, by the way, it was impossible to sell items and receive contributions. It is said that this owner does not have the ability to pay the contribution.

“But is this all there is?”

“There’s more in there.”

“Can I take a look?”

“No. To get there, you have to clear the 35th floor. Come back then.”

“… “

Also, I wasn’t able to see all the items, but it was like a department store membership where you had to climb up the tower to open it. There were a lot of things here that seemed useful,

“And… It’s really, really delicious.”

In addition, there is a ‘dining area’ where you can try food from another world that you have never seen before.

“There are clothes like this too.”

“There’s a lot of armor.”

‘Equipment area’ with various clothing and armor.

“Is this all martial arts?”

“They are all martial artists who have made a name for themselves. Some are from the martial arts world, and some are from the fantasy world. There is everything from swordsmanship to box fighting and martial arts. Oh, don’t open it. The purchase will be processed automatically.”

“This… How to fall asleep anywhere? “It’s kind of interesting, isn’t it?”

From weapon skills to mental techniques, or even a ‘technical area’ that sells practical tips that seem useful in their own way.

In addition, there were various areas, all of which were facilities for the convenience of players.

“It’s a little scary.”

I was excited to receive such convenience, and I felt good knowing that I could become stronger much faster in the future… On the other hand, I thought, ‘I wonder what’s coming in the future, so I’m spreading it out like this.’

It’s not like they’re trying to provide free welfare, and there’s clearly a reason why they’re giving it out like this. It is obvious that the journey ahead will be difficult.

“… “

And another thing that concerns me are the humans who reside here. Are you human? Anyway.

The owner of the market area, the chef of the dining area, and other humans waiting for various conveniences.

They were obviously wearing clothes that were different from angels, and although they were beautiful, they looked different compared to angels who felt they had less personality. Therefore, it is certain that it is a separate intelligent entity… It seems like the only thing to do is kill time while waiting for players to arrive.

Perhaps, this is one of the words of a failed player. We are now in the same space as our defeated seniors. I just don’t feel good.

“Junho. Instead of that, let’s go look outside.”

“I guess so.”

What Jiwon said is true. Now that we’ve looked around everything around the square, what’s left is the avant-garde space on the outskirts.

From volcanoes to icebergs, forests to deserts, fantasy to martial arts. The outside, where all kinds of spaces were mixed together, looked like a picture created by a broken AI. The point was that it was chaotic yet strangely connected.

“Uhm… “

I open the map and think about where to start. Is there something going on here? Why was it made this way? I don’t know why.

“If you’re not sure, why not try fantasy first?”

Choi Ji-won grabs my arm as I worry and leads me to a ‘fantasy’ type space. We had a great time drinking beer at a bar run by a dwarf and eating salad at an elf’s house.

“… Hmm.”

I couldn’t find the hidden piece I was looking for. No, I couldn’t even find other players.

“Hmm… Is this really Choi Ji-won?”

“Can I ask you something for a moment?”

“Hmm… “If only I could answer.”

Since I didn’t understand this part, Jiwon stopped a player passing by near the central square and asked him.

“Hmm… “You don’t know.”

He looked us up and down and then walked away. With a subtle smile on his lips his his his.

“… ?”

To be honest, I was embarrassed, but I thought it might be possible. Not all people can be kind.

“Well, that’s fine.”

“I don’t know?”

“Sorry. It’s difficult to answer.”

However, not only the first player, but also other players did not share information with us.

“Okay… “

This is my first time being treated like this. There were two main attitudes that existing players had toward Choi Ji-won. You look up to them, you’re excited to get on the bus, or you’re anxious to get to know them. Or even just criticizing it as a bubble.

But among the players here, I felt a wall of sorts. There was also a sense that information was viewed as a resource. I guess it’s like people in a rural village who treat outsiders. It’s been a while since the dwarven village on the 11th floor.

“First… “Let’s look around some more.”

“Then.”

We retreated without much harvest and looked around other areas… The situation was the same.

“… “

“… “

There were players who were chatting excitedly in the martial arts-style guesthouse, but when they sensed our presence, they closed their mouths and stared.

“… What. It’s Choi Ji-won.”

There was a man who was digging hard in the middle of the desert and stopped when we came.

What we have in common is that when we get close, we stop all actions and become alert. The fact that he just glares without saying anything.

It wasn’t a threat. It’s not like I’m trying to fight. Just stop what you’re doing. But I felt a clear sense of hostility there.

“I feel like I’m being ostracized.”

There was some kind of consensus that they shared among themselves, but because we didn’t know about it, it seemed like they were rejecting it. No, if you don’t know, you can just tell me. Why are you bullying me?

“Let’s just take a look around and get out of here. “I feel dirty.”

“I guess so. I don’t like this atmosphere either.”

Because of that, the air flowing between me and Choi Ji-won became damp, and I ended up looking around without even opening my mouth. If it weren’t for TOP, the atmosphere would have been better if we had held hands, but we can’t because we’re keeping it a secret.

As I walked, walked, and walked again, I came to a dark, oblique space in a back alley. It is almost the last area on the map.

“There are just no people here.”

“I guess it’s because it’s dirty.”

Just by looking at it, you can see the back alley with the shady air flowing through it. I think I saw something resembling a werewolf passing by out of the corner of my eye.

In other places, there were no people for some reason, but here it feels like there are no people because it’s really unpleasant. It seems like there’s nothing else to see.

“Shall we go?”

“Then.”

We quickly lost interest and decided to just leave. There were two areas left to explore, so I thought it would be a waste of time.”

“Wait a minute.”

Deep in the alley. In a dark corner.

“Hey. Choi Ji-won. And Junho.”

We heard a voice calling us.

“Do you need information? “I can help.”

“… “How did you know my name?”

“Choi Ji-won keeps calling your name, right? I don’t know the last name either. “I just know the name.”

A black figure bursting into laughter. The guy who came out of the darkness was wrapped in a thick robe that did not show any of his skin. It doesn’t seem like she was meant to wear clothes like that, and it appears to be the effect of the ‘transformation ring’.

“Let’s just talk about our work. I was watching you. “Isn’t it embarrassing?”

“… “

“I can give you information. Instead, you too, provide information. The idea is to ‘exchange’. What is it like?”

The guy pulled out a half-rotten wooden chair, sat down on it, clasped his hands together and clasped his hands together. There I was convinced that this situation had been staged. Because it looked cool to me. The Shinigami tried to produce something like that, and this guy succeeded in it very professionally and skillfully.

“I don’t even know who you are, so I can’t just hand over information.”

Unlike me, who was inwardly admiring, Choi Ji-won was glaring at the man with full alertness. The man in the robe raises both his hands and shows his palms as if he has no intention of being hostile.

“Look, you have no choice but me right now. Are you going to continue being ignored like this? The community on the 26th floor is stronger than you think. “Wouldn’t it be better to know the reason to reconcile?”

“… “

“But if you just tell me to believe it, there’s no way I can believe it. I will give you the information first. Listen and then judge.”

A man who continues talking with his palms showing. Although he couldn’t see his face, he felt that the guy was smiling.

“The reason you are being ignored is simple.”

What followed was somewhat shocking.

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“It’s because of Michael Jeter.”

Because it wasn’t a name I thought would pop up here.