Bloodline is Everything - Chapter 88

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【Bloodline is a Thug Chapter 88】

Chapter 88: Dungeon Conquest (5)

【You have defeated the Dungeon Boss!】
【You have acquired ownership of the Dungeon Core!】
The moment I crushed Behemoth’s head, countless messages flooded my vision.
But Kwon Han-ul had no time to focus on them. His eyes were fixed solely on GG.
“Surely not…”
Kwon Hu-don and Mei Hong lay collapsed on the ground.
GG stood alone, facing off against Behemoth.
The situation was unmistakable.
“Why did you stay?”
GG wasn’t part of Kwon Han-ul’s team. They had only conquered the Dungeon together for roughly two days.
Yet GG had risked his life, drawing Behemoth’s attention to protect these two people.
“I was trying to escape.”
GG answered truthfully.
“I even told the lady over there. I said we should run.”
Behemoth had been a truly dangerous opponent.
The only reason Kwon Han-ul could shatter its head in a single strike was because of the Asura King’s Authority.
“Then why didn’t you escape?”
“I couldn’t just abandon my client.
GG spoke while avoiding eye contact.
“Well, it just… happened that way.”
Kwon Han-ul descended from Behemoth’s head. He stood before GG and bowed his head.
GG’s eyes widened in surprise.
“Why are you suddenly doing this?”
“Thank you. Thanks to you, my team members were able to survive.”
“I didn’t do anything… If anything, I survived because you came, Kwon Han-ul. I did nothing.”
Kwon Han-ul shook his head at GG’s words.
Because GG had bought him time, he had been able to defeat the demon and return.
A demon?
Kwon Han-ul sensed a subtle inconsistency.
When he defeated Behemoth, a message appeared. But no such message had come from the demon.
“…GG, would you help me a little longer?”
At Kwon Han-ul’s words, GG nodded without understanding.

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Kwon Han-ul hoisted Kwon Hu-don onto his back. He entrusted Mei Hong to GG.
Then, together with GG, he headed toward the place where he had just fought the demon.
He needed to confirm the demon’s death. But he couldn’t leave Kwon Hu-don, who had lost his memory, and Mei Hong alone.
And when he arrived at the location where the demon was.
-Who might you be?
He could see the dying demon, Mammon.
-I thought you would simply leave. I wonder what wind has blown your way.
“So you were still alive?”
-Alive? In all my years, I’ve never heard such a ridiculous joke.
Mammon let out a scoff.
A hole had been pierced through his abdomen, and magical energy was ceaselessly draining away. His entire body had hardened like dried clay and was crumbling.
-Still, I’m fortunate to have someone witness my death. And I had something I wanted to say anyway.
“Something you wanted to say?”
-Human, I’ll ask you one thing. Do you possess #$@#%?
Kwon Han-ul furrowed his brow.
“What did you say?”
-I said #$@%.
“I can’t hear what you’re saying.”
At Kwon Han-ul’s words, Mammon smacked his lips.
-It seems you don’t understand. You’re not ready yet.
“What have you been saying since earlier?”
-Then let me ask in a different way. There must be an item in your status window that has no name displayed. Am I wrong?
Kwon Han-ul’s expression stiffened slightly.
“How could you possibly know that…?”
-How could I not? You possess five bloodlines—a bounty far too excessive for any human.
Kwon Han-ul unconsciously drew closer to Mammon.
“Do you know what this ability is?”
-Why? Are you curious?
“Tell me. What kind of ability is this?”
-You’re quite impatient. You’ll understand eventually as time passes.
Kwon Han-ul furrowed his brow. Mammon merely laughed.
-Even if I explained, there’s no way a mere human like you could comprehend it.
“Explain it anyway.”
-To put it in simple terms… a vessel? No, that’s too vague. You could call it an ark.
It was an analogy that only deepened the confusion.
-Don’t look at me like that. I’m frustrated too. Of all things, that power… the very thing we searched so desperately for… to think a mere human would obtain it…
Mammon’s body began to crumble slowly.
-One piece of advice… master the bloodlines perfectly… someday…
Soon, it had transformed completely into ash.
【You have successfully defeated a formidable foe!】
【You absorb a portion of the foe’s stats!】
【All stats have reached AAA-rank!】
【You acquire the Authority ‘Falling Saint Cloud’!】
All my stats had reached AAA-rank.
My body felt as though it were being remade from its very foundation. I could sense myself becoming more resilient, more unyielding.
What demanded attention far more than raw stats was the Authority itself.
【Authority: Falling Saint Cloud】
-Quality: Legendary (S+)
-Description: The primary Authority wielded by Demon Earl Mammon. By consuming mana, one gains the ability to fly.
As proficiency increases, flight speed accelerates further, and special abilities become accessible.
Legendary S+ rank.
Truly, an Authority befitting a High-Rank Demon.
‘It had been weakened.’
A High-Rank Demon in its true state would never be at this level. The mere appearance of a single one would throw the entire world into chaos.
Yet despite such infamy, it had died far too easily.
It was clear that the war had inflicted grievous wounds, leaving it severely diminished.
The fact that the stats I obtained from slaying Mammon amounted to merely AAA-rank was further evidence of this.
‘What exactly is ???’
I turned over every word Mammon had spoken, searching for meaning. None of it proved particularly enlightening.
‘It said the name wouldn’t display because I wasn’t ready.’
And there was one more thing it had said.
‘To perfectly tame the bloodline. But why?’
I was lost in contemplation when—
I witnessed GG sifting through the demon’s ashes.
Drawing closer to observe, I saw that GG was smelling the ash, even tasting it.
“…What are you doing?”
At my question, GG turned to face me.
“I was sensing the demon.”
“…Sensing the demon?”
“The Phantom Beast Bloodline is a lineage that mimics the abilities of other entities. Monsters, spirits, and…”
GG’s gaze turned toward the demon’s ashes.
“The reason I volunteered for this Dungeon was to obtain the power of a formidable demon.”
GG licked the ash clinging to a finger, and in that moment, I could perceive it.
A sinister aura taking root in the depths of GG’s eyes.
“To think I would actually obtain the power of a High-Rank Demon.”
A smile spread across a face that had been expressionless as stone. It was an unsettling smile, one that carried an undercurrent of unease.
“Even with pure bloodline, I can only manifest 30% of it. Just how immensely powerful is this force?”
An incomprehensible madness flickered across GG’s visage.
“With this, I can accelerate the plan.”
Kwon Han-ul bent down and carefully examined the demon’s ashes. He could sense the faint demonic energy that lingered within.
That was when it happened.
【’???’responds.】
【Your vessel has expanded.】
【You acquire ‘Phantom Beast Bloodline’.】
The Phantom Beast Bloodline took root within Kwon Han-ul’s body.
Unfortunately, unlike when I acquired the Superhuman Bloodline, my stats didn’t increase nor did any dramatic transformation occur.
But the true power of the Phantom Beast Bloodline was only beginning now.
【’Phantom Beast Bloodline’ senses the aura.】
【’High-Rank Demon Mammon’ has been added to the Manifestation list.】
【Your current understanding of ‘High-Rank Demon Mammon’ is too low to manifest.】
【Depending on the assimilation rate of the Phantom Beast Bloodline, you can manifest up to 100% of the target’s abilities.】
I roughly grasped the concept.
To manifest any creature, I had to increase my understanding of the target.
But to fully draw out the target’s abilities, the assimilation rate of the Phantom Beast Bloodline had to be high.
【Danger! The malice of the ‘Demon’ is eroding your mind!】
【The more you increase your understanding of ‘High-Rank Demon Mammon’, the worse the erosion becomes!】
My mind was corrupted simply by raising my understanding. Even in death, it clung so persistently—truly demonic.
【’Retainer Bloodline’ maintains your mental state!】
【’Genius Bloodline’ defends against erosion caused by malice!】
Of course, this was irrelevant to Kwon Han-ul.
【’Phantom Beast Bloodline’ senses the inner aura.】
Then another message appeared.
【’Phantom Beast Bloodline’ combines with ‘Black Dragon Bloodline’.】
【’Black Dragon’ has been added to the Manifestation list.】
My mouth fell open.

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In the past, Kwon Hyun-moon, the founder of the Kwon Family, slew the Black Dragon and claimed its power for himself.
There are no clear records documenting what the Black Dragon truly was. However, considering that it was the first entity in the world to surpass SSS-rank and be recorded as EX-rank, one could imagine just how dangerous it had been.
【’Your understanding of the Black Dragon is insufficient.】
【’When the assimilation rate of the Black Dragon Bloodline reaches 40%, you can manifest the Black Dragon.】
【’Depending on the assimilation rate of the Phantom Beast Bloodline, you can manifest the target’s abilities up to 100%.】
I could manifest such a Black Dragon. And up to 100% at that.
It was astounding—no, it was absolutely staggering.
‘If the Black Dragon Bloodline reacted… then perhaps other bloodlines might be possible as well.’
Every bloodline has an origin—a source entity.
With the Phantom Beast Bloodline, I might be able to manifest all of those entities.
“Kwon Han-ul, I apologize, but I must depart first.”
GG spoke suddenly. Kwon Han-ul looked bewildered.
“You’re leaving?”
“Thanks to you, all preparations are complete. I cannot keep those people waiting any longer.”
There was no need to ask what he intended to do.
“Do not use the power of demons.”
Kwon Han-ul spoke abruptly.
“It is far too dangerous a power. If you use it recklessly, I will lose you.”
Kwon Han-ul possessed both the Genius Bloodline and the Servant Bloodline, which allowed him to nullify demonic corruption.
But GG had only the Phantom Beast Bloodline. In such circumstances, if he were to invoke the power of demons, there was no telling what might happen.
“How could you… Wait, surely not…?”
Shock flooded GG’s face.
“Did you also… obtain the Phantom Beast Bloodline?”
Kwon Han-ul nodded.
“That is why I counsel you. Never use the power of demons.”
GG stared at Kwon Han-ul in silence.
“…Those who have committed crimes must face punishment.”
Hatred flickered across GG’s stone-like face. The target of that rage was painfully obvious.
The Pablo Family.
His fury was undoubtedly directed at those who had abducted the members of the Garcia Family.
“I pray that we may meet again, should the opportunity arise.”
Kwon Han-ul’s words sounded as though he were saying they would never see each other again.
GG turned and vanished. Kwon Han-ul watched the direction in which he had rushed for some time.

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Kwon Han-ul led his team out of the Dungeon.
“What in the…!”
Joo Ha-yeon’s expression shifted from shock to sheer astonishment.
“What happened to you? Are you injured anywhere?”
“Oh, I’m fine.”
“Fine?! Look at you, covered in dirt… What about the others? How did this even….”
Kwon Han-ul explained everything from start to finish—encountering Behemoth inside and slaying the High-Rank Demon.
“…You’re telling me you actually killed a High-Rank Demon?”
“It was fortunate that it was in a weakened state.”
This time, it seemed difficult for her to believe. Joo Ha-yeon’s expression wavered with doubt.
Kwon Han-ul withdrew a small glass vial. The moment she saw it, Joo Ha-yeon’s face went blank.
“This is….”
It was demon ash powder he’d brought along just in case. Joo Ha-yeon found herself at a loss for words.
“If I’d known it was that dangerous, I would have gone in with you….”
“Dungeons are unpredictable by nature.”
“But….”
Joo Ha-yeon’s face was heavy with guilt. Kwon Han-ul continued to reassure her.
“More importantly, did anyone report seeing someone exit the Dungeon entrance?”
“The guards haven’t reported anything unusual.”
The Dungeon entrance was being guarded by security personnel sent by the Pablo Family.
Given GG’s abilities, slipping out of the Dungeon unnoticed by the guards would have been trivial.
“I’ll take over the Dungeon operations from now on, so please get some rest.”
Now that the Dungeon had been conquered, all that remained was processing the materials for transport.
“I should call Kwon Mi ahead of time.”
“I’ll handle that.”
He would have preferred to leave it to Kwon Hu-don, but he was still unconscious.
Kwon Han-ul took out his smartphone and called Kwon Mi.
But he had no choice but to lower the phone immediately.
“The line is busy.”

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A certain warship stationed in the Atlantic Ocean.
Inside it, Kwon Mi was frowning deeply.
“…Why did you call?”
-Our little sister, your voice sounds particularly dark today.
Her older brother, Kwon Hyuk, spoke with a laugh.
It’s because of you. Kwon Mi forcibly swallowed the words that had risen to her throat.
“I’m just tired.”
-Well, you’d be tired. You’re out at sea for a mission, right? Transporting a Dungeon, I heard?
It was irritating how he spoke as if asking while already knowing everything.
“Just get to the point.”
-Well, it’s nothing particularly important.
Kwon Hyuk continued speaking with that same grin.
-I’m thinking of sending our cute little nephew on an eternal trip to a place he can never return from. Interested?

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