100 Floors All Master - Chapter 40

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All Master of 100 Floors Episode 040

 

 

7th Floor. Yulsir (2)

 

 

The one who came after the Merchant was an Old Man.

He said he was going to see his grandson in the Village.

According to Law 13. Law of Age. Law 112. Law of Duty. Law 42. Law of Hometown, he politely sent the Old Man across with proper courtesy.

The one who came next was a Knight.

He said he was ending his wandering and returning to his homeland.

According to Laws 642, 42, 16, and 234, he showed courtesy and let him cross the Bridge in exchange for one Silver Coin.

The one who came next was a Lost Child. According to Laws 7573 and 56, he escorted the child to exactly 100 meters away from the Bridge. Not more, not less, exactly 100 meters.

Kang Jun-hyeok returned and guarded the Bridge again.

After that, people continued to come to the Bridge.

And Kang Jun-hyeok responded to all of them according to Yulsir’s Laws.

[Remarkable.]

Manbyeonggi let out an exclamation. During the day, a total of twelve people came to the Bridge, and Kang Jun-hyeok responded to all of them with Yulsir’s Laws.

Of course, Manbyeonggi didn’t know the contents of Yulsir’s Laws. But just from the gaze felt from Heaven above, it could tell that Kang Jun-hyeok had performed perfectly.

The light contained in Yulsir’s gaze was growing stronger. Like the sun, as if it would melt the Ground.

And Yulsir, as if testing Kang Jun-hyeok, sent the next people.

“There are many.”

Kang Jun-hyeok muttered as he saw those approaching from the distance. A group of over a hundred people was approaching. The man at the front, wearing splendid Armor, frowned when he saw Kang Jun-hyeok guarding the Bridge.

“Who are you?”

Until now, Kang Jun-hyeok had said he was guarding the Bridge according to Yulsir’s command.

Since he mentioned the name of the great god, people had obediently followed Kang Jun-hyeok’s words.

But Law 1111.

When facing a group of 100 or more people alone, do not mention Yulsir’s name.

‘What a troublesome thing to do.’

Kang Jun-hyeok looked up at Heaven with an annoyed expression and said.

“I am a bridge keeper.”

“Bridge keeper? There is no such person here.”

“I’ve been stationed here for a few days. I have proper qualifications, so you need not worry. Are you trying to cross the Bridge?”

“Yes!”

The man shouted confidently.

“I am the head of the Ishtar Family! Baron Halbert Ishtar! I am departing to punish the Ataranka Family who dared invade my territory!”

“For war purposes, I see. Understood.”

Law 876. When a group of 100 or more crosses the Bridge, collect Silver Coins per head. That is the basic rule.

Kang Jun-hyeok, who had been looking at the noble, asked.

“By any chance, Lord Halbert, are you the eldest son of your family?”

“…For a bridge keeper, you’re unnecessarily curious. No. I was a legitimate son. I seized the inheritance rights and became the head of my family.”

Halbert spoke proudly. Kang Jun-hyeok smiled slightly.

“I see.”

Then he could apply Law 997 instead of Law 876.

“Very well. I will let you cross the Bridge. However, there is a price.”

“A price. One Silver Coin should suffice, right?”

“No. Among what Lord Halbert currently possesses, you must give me the most precious thing.”

Law 997. Law of Succession.

If one who lacks proper qualifications has inherited a title, take the most precious thing they possess as payment.

“…What crazy nonsense!”

Halbert, who had hesitated for a moment, shouted angrily. It was a natural reaction. To demand a precious treasure just for crossing a Bridge. His face contorted.

“Now I see you’re not a bridge keeper but a bandit. Insolent fool! Soldiers! Kill this man!”

The Soldiers drew their Spears. Kang Jun-hyeok leisurely clenched his fist.

 

 

Yulsir’s intention was understandable.

Asking for a hundred Silver Coins was unreasonable from the start. Naturally, from the noble’s perspective, he would try to kill the Player.

Facing over a hundred Soldiers alone was impossible for a 7th Floor Player.

In that state, he probably wanted to see how the Laws would be carried out.

But unfortunately, Kang Jun-hyeok was beyond such standards.

Just 30 minutes.

That was the time it took for over a hundred Soldiers to fall.

“Hi, hieeeeek!”

The noble screamed and staggered backward. He felt like he was dreaming. His proud Soldiers had been knocked away and fallen like toys with just a gesture from that man.

Power beyond that of an ordinary human.

The noble shouted with a fearful face.

“Sword Master!”

“It’s not quite that.”

Kang Jun-hyeok shook his head.

“Will you retreat? Or will you pay the price? Of course, you may simply withdraw.”

“I’ll pay!”

The noble hurriedly pulled out a Dagger from his chest and handed it over.

“It’s, it’s a Family Treasure! I think you’ll be quite satisfied! So please spare me! I was wrong!”

“Thank you. Then you may pass now.”

“Huh, huh, really…?”

The noble’s eyes widened. He thought Kang Jun-hyeok would kill him.

“I’ve received payment for crossing the Bridge, so I have no intention of doing anything more. Please pass.”

“Th, thank you!”

The noble hurriedly woke up his Soldiers and crossed the Bridge. Just before leaving, Kang Jun-hyeok asked him as if something had occurred to him.

“Ah. I have one last question.”

“Yes, yes!”

The noble had mentioned the name Sword Master. That meant such beings existed in this World.

If so.

“By any chance, among your Soldiers, is there anyone who can handle Aura?”

“N, no. There aren’t any…”

“I see.”

Kang Jun-hyeok muttered with disappointment.

‘So it won’t be that easy.’

“Then our business is finished. Farewell.”

“Thank you!”

The noble fled in panic. What kind of monster was guarding that Bridge! Watching them leave, Kang Jun-hyeok examined the Dagger.

The moderately decorated Dagger emanated a mysterious energy. He could check its detailed performance after clearing the floor, but it looked quite useful.

“Not bad.”

Kang Jun-hyeok was satisfied.

The gaze of Yulsir felt from Heaven also carried a sense of satisfaction. Though it might not have been the picture he desired, he seemed pleased with how more had been gained using the Laws.

Thus one day ended, and the next day began.

 

The next day was the same. Numerous people with various occupations came, and Kang Jun-hyeok responded to all of them.

Two days had passed like this, but the Quest still wasn’t over. The sun rose and another day began.

“How suspicious.”

Kang Jun-hyeok muttered as if annoyed.

The typical time to clear the 7th Floor was one day.

But even though three days had passed, there was no sign of the Quest ending. It meant Yulsir was holding onto him.

[He’s a suspicious guy. He’s probably trying to confirm whether you truly understand his Laws.]

“Nothing will change even if he does that.”

Kang Jun-hyeok muttered.

He kept his word.

After another two days passed, dozens of people came to find him, but Kang Jun-hyeok never made a single mistake. He used hundreds of Laws to respond perfectly to all of them.

Seeing this, Yulsir watching from the sky was amazed.

That mortal seemed to have perfectly memorized his Laws.

He knew they were special beings who climbed the Tower, but this was truly special.

Therefore, Yulsir decided to conduct one final test.

The next day. The 6th day.

That day was unusual. Even though the sun had risen and considerable time had passed, no one came. Just when Kang Jun-hyeok thought it might finally be over.

Two Girls walked toward the bridge.

They were covered in wounds. Their clothes were tattered and scratches from sharp bushes were visible everywhere. They were staggering as if they might collapse at any moment.

The exhausted girls looked up at Kang Jun-hyeok weakly.

“You are…?”

“I am the bridge keeper of Laws who follows Lord Yulsir’s Laws. Are you thinking of crossing the bridge?”

“Yes…”

In the trembling girl’s hand was a single green medicinal herb.

“Mom, I have to go to mom… We finally found a medicinal herb in the Black Forest that can heal mom… Now mom can get better…”

The girls seemed to have found medicinal herbs in the forest for their sick mother.

Though they were wounded everywhere, both their expressions were filled with hope.

But Kang Jun-hyeok remained silent.

Because the Two Girls had white hair and red eyes.

Law 4448. The Law of White and Red.

When you meet variants with white hair and red eyes, plunder everything they possess.

To follow the Law, he had to crush those faces filled with hope. Kang Jun-hyeok clicked his tongue.

This world is not reality.

The Tower’s floors are fragments cut and pasted from the past. Not reality. Whatever he did here, everything would disappear once the floor was cleared.

But whether he could personally trample on hopeful children was a separate matter.

‘What bad taste.’

Of course, Kang Jun-hyeok had experienced many things. He wasn’t moved by each and every incident like this anymore.

But if he didn’t have to do it, there was no need to. There was a very simple solution.

“According to Lord Yulsir’s Laws, I cannot let you pass. Rather, I should plunder the medicinal herb you possess.”

“…What?”

Shock and despair crossed the girls’ faces. They hesitated and stepped back. Kang Jun-hyeok looked up at the sky.

The day was dark. The sun had set and the moon had risen.

“But it’s almost midnight. When midnight comes, I will remain quietly here. Whatever you do is your freedom.”

“Wh-what?”

The moon rose perfectly in the sky, and midnight came. Kang Jun-hyeok quietly closed his eyes.

“Um, um… Excuse me?”

Kang Jun-hyeok didn’t answer.

Like a dead person, he quietly maintained his position.

The girls glanced at him nervously then hurriedly crossed the bridge. Five minutes later. Kang Jun-hyeok opened his eyes.

[Was it okay to let them cross the bridge? According to the Laws, it seems you should have taken their medicinal herb.]

“I should have.”

[Did you show mercy?]

“Not particularly.”

Kang Jun-hyeok hummed.

“When Laws conflict, which Law should be followed? The Law with the earlier order.”

Law 2. The Law of Silence.

Every day from midnight for 5 minutes, you must not make any sound.

Naturally, he couldn’t perform any action to plunder the medicinal herb. If the children crossed the bridge during that time, it was over.

[Huh.]

Manbyeonggi let out a groan.

[There was such a method. Quite simple.]

Kang Jun-hyeok hadn’t simply memorized the Laws.

He understood Yulsir’s Laws.

He also knew how to exploit gaps and loopholes.

The gaze from the sky was greatly satisfied.

And Yulsir made one decision.

No one came that day.

 

The next day.

Early morning. A man came.

With a faint smile, he looked quite ordinary.

Kang Jun-hyeok asked him the same question as before.

“Who are you?”

“I am The Walker.”

“What is your age?”

“I forgot long ago.”

“What is your reason for crossing the bridge?”

“To continue my journey.”

At that answer, Kang Jun-hyeok paused.

He stared at The Man intently.

The Man wore the same faint smile as before.

Kang Jun-hyeok continued questioning The Man, and The Man answered. That exchange was repeated dozens of times.

And Kang Jun-hyeok asked the final question.

“What do you desire?”

“I walk the path to find that answer.”

The Man answered quietly.

Kang Jun-hyeok let out a small laugh.

‘I didn’t expect him to come in person.’

Kang Jun-hyeok showed proper courtesy. Very politely, as if addressing a separate being. The courtesy according to Yulsir’s Laws. And he said.

“It’s a pleasure to meet you. The god who governs the concept of Laws. Lord Yulsir.”

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