Ranker Who Shatters Myths - Chapter 250

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The Broken Ranker

Devours Myths

Chapter 250

Sata Wang (13)

Lee Hyeon pondered for a moment what he should say.

Each word had been shocking, after all.

Just then,

[The narrative of 【Snow Queen】 hurriedly looks outside, wondering what’s happening due to the powerful magic wave that occurred externally.]

[The narrative of 【Snow Queen】 is shocked by the magnitude of the enormous Logos!]

[The narrative of 【Snow Queen】 gazes ecstatically at the appearance of the great demon she’s meeting for the first time.]

[The narrative of 【Sahon】 quietly raises its head and looks at the giant dragon boasting an tremendous body with sparkling eyes!]

[The narrative of 【Sahon】 looks at the giant dragon with eyes full of admiration.]

“By ‘us’… do you mean the Seven Great Sages and Three Law Kings?”

『That’s right. It’s not just the Seven Great Sages and Three Law Kings. You’re included as well.』

Lee Hyeon’s eyes widened.

“I don’t know what this existence from the Outer Sea is, but what could you possibly gain by handing us over…?”

Somehow, he felt as if the gaze from beyond the world, transmitted through the warning message, had become more intense.

『The Jade Throne.』

Another term he was hearing for the first time.

『It’s the position leading to becoming the monotheistic god that serves as the foundation and soil of this world. You can ■■■■ the ■■■. If you ■■■■, then ■■■■■■■■ ■■■■ ■■■… Hmm, I suppose this part gets filtered out?』

“…!”

『It seems this is still too grand a secret of this world for you to know.』

“…”

Then Lee Hyeon was struck by a thought.

Why ‘specifically’ the Seven Great Sages and Three Law Kings?

“Then what you’re saying is,”

『It seems you’ve caught on. You’re a sharp child. That’s right. Among the Logos that currently govern the world’s providence, it was the Great Sage Equal to Heaven who had come closest to the [Jade Throne].』

As expected.

『The reason he had to be framed and fall from heaven was precisely because of the Chief Deities who were jealous of such a Great Sage Equal to Heaven.』

“…”

『When we dragons and demons, who disagreed with the Chief Deities, tried to step forward, it was already too late. Or those who didn’t wish for an absolute ruler knew the truth but had only been watching until now.』

He recalled the reaction of the Divine Societies when Son Wukong first began to reclaim his name – they had received a strong shock.

On the other hand, other transcendent species like demons, dragons, and giants had taken more of a wait-and-see stance.

Should he say it felt like they wanted Son Wukong to fight with the gods?

Lee Hyeon now felt he understood how the power dynamics in the Heavens operated.

『So after Son Wukong fell from heaven, they even touched the other Seven Great Sages and Three Law Kings to completely uproot them.』

A slight killing intent flickered in Brithra’s eyes.

『Let me tell you one fact. Not everyone in the Heavens agreed with the Chief Deities’ opinion. Even among the gods, there were those who opposed it.』

“Brithra and I are in a position opposing their opinion. We believe that losing the Great Sage Equal to Heaven would bring more loss than gain.”

Mahabali added an explanation.

“Then what exactly is this jade nectar that the Jade Emperor is searching for?”

“The Jade Emperor is also someone who once caused a rebellion and sat on the throne in the distant past. It’s like his own vital energy that he distributed to his subjects back then. More precisely, it’s the breath■ of ■■■… This also can’t be mentioned, it seems. Anyway, you can understand it that way.”

“Vital energy…”

“But we suspect that it has dried up by now. He probably used most of it to make contact with the Outer Sea.”

Lee Hyeon slowly rubbed his face with his hand.

Sparks of anger began to smolder in his chest.

“So in the end, he committed all this grandiose nonsense to satisfy his own greed. I understand.”

Lee Hyeon now had all the mysteries related to the Jade Emperor solved.

Why he had so persistently targeted Son Wukong’s group, why Feng Jinghao, who was connected to him, had committed such acts on the surface.

In the end,

‘What he started affected the Lower Realm, and even me and Blue Thunder.’

He had been a victim of the Jade Emperor’s greed.

Both himself and Son Wukong.

‘If I had recklessly gone to rescue Master, I would have nearly been offered to the existence from the Outer Sea as well. I also possess Son Wukong’s myth now.’

After organizing his thoughts for a moment,

“Then is there something you two want from me?”

Lee Hyeon took a long breath and looked at Brithra and Mahabali.

For a moment, Brithra’s giant eyelids slightly closed, forming crescents. Mahabali also smiled.

『We came to offer you a recruitment proposal.』

Lee Hyeon nodded.

It was natural, if anything.

“I’m not sure how the Great Sage will react, but since you’ve rescued Master like this, I’ll convey it well…”

『Oh my. It seems there’s been a misunderstanding in our communication.』

“…?”

Lee Hyeon tilted his head.

He had naturally thought it was to recruit Son Wukong and his companions, who had lost their affiliated society, into their own society.

But that wasn’t it?

『We will make the proposal to the Great Sage Equal to Heaven and his companions as well, but well, I don’t think they would necessarily defect to us. Someone who has sat on a throne once never goes under anyone else.』

“Then…?”

『What we want is you. Jang Lee Hyeon.』

“…!?”

『Child who possesses the epic of the Heavenly Dokkaebi. I shall share with you the teachings of immortality and eternal life, as well as clues to transcendence. How about joining us?』

“…!!”

* * *

Thump thump thump-

‘They’ll help me achieve transcendence?’

For Lee Hyeon, these were words that couldn’t help but make his heart race.

Though countless Hunters and Rankers existed in this world, he knew that no one had ever received a proposal where the society of Logos directly stepped forward to support someone like this.

[Brithra proposes that you become a temporary sub-dragon of 【Daeva】!]

[You have received a direct proposal from the leader of 【Daeva】. You have achieved a tremendous Achievement.]

[Your reputation rises. Stories related to you spread throughout the Heavens.]

…

[Many Divine Societies are startled by Brithra’s decision.]

[The Divine Society 【Deva】 begins to keep a close eye on you.]

[Indra finally bursts with rage, saying that Brithra has definitely gone completely insane!]

…

[The Divine Society 【Olympus】 reacts subtly to you.]

…

[Many dragons awaken from their slumber to observe your reaction.]

[Many giants develop deep curiosity about you.]

『My proposal cannot be taken lightly. Every word uttered by a dragon who reads the world’s magic power is like a spirit word. I hold you in high regard, so I wish to share the knowledge I possess as well.』

Brithra’s proposal was incredibly weighty.

Dragons generally had lazy temperaments, but there were exactly two reasons they could be compared to other transcendent species.

Genius regarding magic power.

Infinite desire to explore knowledge.

An ancient dragon like Brithra would possess tremendously vast knowledge.

Just by being chosen by him, not only could one possess tremendous magic power, but also utilize countless knowledge.

“Hahaha. It seems Brithra-nim has taken quite a liking to this fellow.”

Mahabali burst into hearty laughter, then extended his hand toward Lee Hyeon.

“Then, I shall give you many things related to combat. You know what kind of race 【Asura】 is, don’t you?”

Lee Hyeon nodded heavily.

Mahabali grinned.

“From what I see, you seem to be a born warrior as well…. If you join us, you’ll be able to gain much. If necessary, I’ll even grant you a title.”

“…!!”

[Mahabali proposes that you become a temporary noble of 【Asura】!]

[You have received a direct proposal from the emperor of 【Asura】. You have achieved a tremendous Achievement and your reputation spreads widely throughout the Heavens.]

[Hearing your reputation, many Logos begin to show deep interest in your existence.]

…

[Indra’s rage has burst so much that he collapses while clutching the back of his neck!]

[The retainers of 【Deva】 urgently support Indra.]

“How about it?”

Both corners of Mahabali’s mouth curled upward.

[Truth]

Lee Hyeon opened his Noeancheongjeong wide and realized they were sincere.

Infinite goodwill.

They must have highly valued his potential.

It was a grateful proposal.

[‘Emergency Event: Two Logos’ Proposal’ has been generated!]

[Event: Two Logos’ Proposal]

[You have currently received scout proposals from Brithra, leader of 【Daeva】, and Mahabali, who represents 【Asura】.]

[Choose one of the two leaders’ proposals. If you do, you will be able to quickly transform into a Logos with active support from the chosen society.]

[If selected: Support from the selected society.]

[If not selected: Conflict with the unselected society.]

Even an event generation message.

But….

‘As expected, I should refuse.’

For Lee Hyeon, it was a grateful but inapplicable story.

So he was about to say he was sorry, when suddenly another thought occurred to him.

‘Wait, is there a need to unconditionally refuse?’

It might be greed, but Lee Hyeon felt he didn’t want to just let this connection with these two Logos slip away.

The thought that if he continued with them, they would become as great a strength to him as the Seven Great Sages or Three Law Kings.

If done well, it seemed he could firmly grasp both places.

On one hand, he also had the thought of wanting to see Son Wukong get angry again and throw a fit.

“I’m sorry.”

Lee Hyeon first bowed his head politely.

Brithra’s gaze sank quietly. Mahabali still asked with a smiling face.

“Is it difficult because of your loyalty to the Great Sage Equal to Heaven? If that’s the case, you don’t need to worry. Conversions happen surprisingly often in the Heavens….”

“It’s not because of that.”

“Then?”

Lee Hyeon raised his head.

His eyes, shining in deep blue, were already firm.

“Because I already have a place to go.”

[You have refused both Brithra and Mahabali’s proposals!]

[The event has been cancelled.]

[Many Logos look at you like you’re crazy.]

…

[Indra hears the news and jumps up from his seat! He shouts triumphantly that you at least know your place and are being modest!]

“You have a place to go…. I think I understand what you mean.”

Mahabali made a strange smile, then stepped back and asked Brithra.

“It seems we’ve been nicely rejected. What will you do, Brithra-nim?”

『What an arrogant fellow…. A mere human dares to refuse us.』

Contrary to his tone, Brithra looked quite pleased.

An attitude suggesting it would have been boring if the proposal had been accepted obediently.

Truly an attitude befitting a race that seeks dopamine as much as they are lazy.

『But as the one who made the proposal, it wouldn’t look good to leave empty-handed like this… What should I do?』

In that moment, Lee Hyeon thought this was an opportunity.

“Although I regrettably could not form a connection with you two, I have long deeply admired your reputations. So won’t you give me another opportunity?”

“Hmm?”

『Hmm…?』

Mahabali and Brithra’s reactions asking what he wanted to say.

Lee Hyeon smiled slyly and said.

“My retainers don’t belong to any society yet. I have no intention of forcing them either, so won’t you give them a chance to share in your teachings?”

“…!?”

『What? Hahahaha! Hahahahaha! Are you telling us to take a chicken instead of a pheasant?』

Mahabali showed a bewildered reaction, while Brithra burst into thunderous laughter.

[The narrative of 【Snow Queen】 looks at you with bewildered eyes.]

[The narrative of 【Sahon】 doesn’t know when it became your retainer, but gazes at Brithra with longing eyes, saying you’ve finally said something it likes.]

[Several demons look at you like you’re insane.]

[Several dragons look at you with interest.]

[Indra jumps up from his seat and ridicules you, telling you to speak sense.]

“Not chickens. They are talents who will become phoenixes. You absolutely won’t regret it.”

[Indra sneers that since Brithra and Mahabali have strong pride, you’ll only receive punishment instead…]

『Good.』

[…and is startled as he looks at Brithra!]

『What we originally wanted was a connection with you. And a link to the Great Sage Equal to Heaven. We can’t be full from the first spoonful.』

[Indra points at Brithra frantically, telling him not to talk nonsense!]

『Sharing a clue to enlightenment wouldn’t be difficult. What comes after is their own responsibility. Bali, what about you?』

“I think the same, Brithra.”

『Then the positions of 【Daeva】 and 【Asura】 have been decided.』

Flash!!

Ochre and blue orbs of light leaked from Brithra and Mahabali respectively and were absorbed by Lee Hyeon.

[The narrative of 【Snow Queen】 has been designated as Mahabali’s temporary apostle. From now on, it will receive 【Asura】’s support.]

[The narrative of 【Snow Queen】 widens its eyes at this completely unexpected opportunity!]

[The narrative of 【Sahon】 has been designated as Brithra’s temporary apostle. From now on, it can receive 【Daeva】’s support.]

[The rank possessed by the narrative of 【Sahon】 rises sharply. The egg for hatching has grown significantly.]

[The cancelled ‘Random Event: Two Logos’ Proposal’ has been restored and you have succeeded in choosing all options.]

[You have achieved an unbelievable Achievement. Your reputation increases.]

[All dragons are watching you!]

[All demons are paying attention to you!]

…

[Indra grabs the back of his neck and collapses again!]

『I hope your current choice wasn’t excessive greed beyond your capacity. I love greedy humans, but I despise humans who don’t know their place.』

Brithra’s playful warning.

However,

“Who knows? Perhaps Brithra’s successor will be born from me?”

『What? Pahahahaha! That’s quite something, your ambition is truly remarkable! For a mere human!!』

A voice that thundered like lightning.

『I understand why the Great Sage Equal to Heaven, who was so arrogant and insolent, cherishes you. What a pity. It would have been good if I had discovered you first…!!』

With those words,

Pssss-

Brithra’s eyes slowly began to close.

Mahabali also smiled and extended his hand to shake hands with Lee Hyeon.

“We have to deal with 【Heavenly Teaching】 in the Heavens on our own… Well then, see you next time.”

Mahabali playfully winked one eye.

“Please give my regards to my apostle I haven’t met yet.”

Flash!

The two Logos disappeared like that.

[Brithra has ended his manifestation.]

[Mahabali returns to the Heavens.]

The presence of the two Logos that had filled the world completely disappeared…

[The narrative of 【Snow Queen】 quickly enters dormancy to digest the seed left by Mahabali.]

[The narrative of 【Sahon】 falls into deep sleep again to digest the spark passed by Brithra.]

[Your rank rises according to the growth of your two retainers!]

Lee Hyeon clenched his fist tightly.

‘I can feel Mahabali and Brithra’s gaze. The Psychic Link is connected.’

A completely unexpected connection.

While Lee Hyeon was greatly encouraged by the thought that he had gained a foothold for new growth,

he regained his composure and looked at the Vajra Bracelet in his hand.

Xuanzang Tripitaka still appeared to be in meditation.

[Jeondan Gongdeokbul Xuanzang is currently in a degraded state and cannot release the seal of the Vajra Bracelet.]

[If you forcibly attempt to release the seal, there is a risk that Tripitaka may be destroyed.]

[The seal can be released using the Ruyi Jingu Bang.]

[Do you wish to release the seal?]

At that moment, Lee Hyeon’s eyes sank deeply.

After a very brief moment of contemplation,

“Yes.”

Lee Hyeon nodded his head.

Kiririririk!

Clank—

[The seal on the Vajra Bracelet is being released!]

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