Genius Blacksmith’s Game - Chapter 110
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The Genius Blacksmith’s Game
The Genius Blacksmith’s Game
Giant King Hunt (3)
Giant King Hunt (3)
Changcheon Ben.
He was gathering soldiers at the border where the Fraham Kingdom and Goyard Kingdom met, engaging in a war of nerves with Barad.
Looking at Barad standing in the distance, Ben smiled bitterly.
He himself was also an outstanding Strong One, but Sword King Barad was no less formidable.
However, Ben burst into hearty laughter.
“Heh heh heh.”
His loyal subordinate asked.
“Your Majesty, is there some good news?”
“There is, very good news indeed. Recently, Barad has eliminated eight nobles.”
The subordinate looked puzzled.
How could his safely eliminating his opposition forces be a joyful matter?
“Although Lookburg was an opposing force, he merely wanted a different approach, but their intentions were the same.”
Different approach and intentions? The subordinate listened carefully.
“Barad wanted to focus on training even as a small nation to not bow to great powers, while Lookburg advocated for expanding the kingdom even if recklessly. Both put forward their own strategies to protect the Goyard Kingdom.”
Ben’s eyes narrowed.
“Lookburg was someone who developed the Goyard Kingdom for a long time in his own way. However, he was eventually demoted for pursuing a different approach and coveting the king’s position. The problem arises here.”
Tsk tsk, Ben clicked his tongue.
“Even though their factions were clashing, they were always ready to join hands and fight together during wartime. But Lookburg was demoted and lost power, and those who followed him won’t lend their strength to the king.”
Yes, a crack.
A crack was beginning to form in the Goyard Kingdom.
“Then it won’t be long now.”
At those words, Ben shook his head.
“That’s uncertain. Since both have the justification of protecting the kingdom, even a small connecting link could change their minds.”
“Does such a connecting link even exist?”
The subordinate scoffed at Barad.
Right, one person was the one who demoted, and one person was the one who got demoted.
It would not be an easy matter.
***
Thud-!
A groan flowed from Hyeon-su’s mouth as he fell to the ground.
He could barely move a single finger.
[You have been afflicted with the status ailment Extreme Fatigue.]
The status ailment fatigue is divided into several stages, and extreme fatigue is a level where it’s difficult to control one’s body.
‘That’s understandable.’
While fighting the Giant King, Hyeon-su felt repeated muscle contractions and relaxations.
His body had been continuously tense to that degree.
Once the Giant King hunt ended, the tension was completely released.
But he kept smiling.
‘I did it…’
This hunt was a bit special.
Because it was something he accomplished entirely alone without anyone else’s contribution.
Moreover, the power of Opposition that he discovered in the dramatic situation.
Someone might say this was just good luck.
But Hyeon-su was certain.
‘This is my power.’
If another blacksmith had unleashed this kind of power, would they have produced this level of might?
No.
Striking down with two Rare swords simultaneously and striking down with two legendary-grade artifacts simultaneously were completely different matters.
Yes, this was something Hyeon-su had accomplished entirely on his own.
And for the first time, a notification came to Hyeon-su who had monopolized a named monster’s contribution.
[You have hunted the Giant King.]
[You gain 213,572 experience points.]
[You have leveled up.]
[Level up…]
[You have reached level 240.]
[You have leveled up.]
[You gain an additional 10% experience as bonus reward.]
[You have leveled up.]
[You have leveled up.]
Hyeon-su reached level 258 in one go.
It was truly an tremendous achievement.
‘The difference in required experience for leveling up between the 100s and 200s is more than four times.’
The amount of experience required changes that much depending on the change in the first digit.
In such a situation, achieving almost 30 level-ups was an incredible feat.
[You obtain 87,803 Gold.]
87,000 Gold. An enormous sum equivalent to about 87 million won in Korean currency.
[You obtain the unique mineral Giant Ore.]
[You obtain Giant King’s Blood.]
[You obtain 12 Blessed Enhancement Stones.]
[You obtain Giant’s Armor.]
[You obtain Giant King’s…]
The notifications continued endlessly.
And the notification Hyeon-su had most anticipated struck him.
[Job Quest: Giant King Hunt Complete]
[Completed with phenomenal achievement.]
[You obtain 50% Subjugation Rate.]
[You have achieved a total Subjugation Rate of 85%.]
[You have met the conditions to take all members of the Gale Unit, including Khan.]
Hyeon-su’s heart raced with excitement.
The Gale Unit’s total of five members.
They would now protect Guild Gwangmyeong centered around the stronghold.
[You can receive a reward from Marquis Lookburg.]
Hyeon-su was puzzled about this part.
Marquis Lookburg was actually someone who would think of Hyeon-su as an enemy right now.
And currently, Hyeon-su didn’t have the strength to lift a finger.
The status ailment fatigue was a notification message recommending rest to users.
It triggered when connected for long periods or when mentally tense or stressed.
Therefore, it was a status ailment that couldn’t be cured with potions or similar items.
Then Rook approached.
Rook looked at Hyeon-su, who had collapsed covered in blood from just one strike.
‘He is my father’s enemy.’
Still, Rook was a person with a chivalrous spirit.
The fact that he became a knight without relying on his father’s power was proof of his honesty, wasn’t it?
“I’ll support you.”
Rook put Hyeon-su’s arm around his neck and supported him.
Since Hyeon-su’s vision was spinning, he didn’t refuse Rook’s support.
The two began to leave that place.
***
Marquis Lookburg.
He, who was the foremost noble of the Goyard Kingdom, had something he treasured most in the world.
It wasn’t money or power.
It was his one and only son Rook in this world.
From birth, he was called a prodigy with the sword and was more upright and honest than anyone.
Wherever they went, he received praise as truly a wonderful son.
‘Father, I don’t want to become a knight by borrowing your power. I will definitely become a commander of the kingdom with my own strength and protect you, Father.’
‘Father, I don’t want to become a knight by borrowing your power. I will definitely become a commander of the kingdom with my own strength and protect you, Father.’
He was a child who wouldn’t hurt even if put in one’s eye.
If someone asked Lookburg whether he wanted his son’s happiness or to become king, he could answer without a moment’s hesitation.
‘My son’s happiness is better than becoming king.’
‘My son’s happiness is better than becoming king.’
But a soldier who had gone on the subjugation with Rook rushed urgently into the territory.
“Ru, what about Rook?”
Listening to the soldier’s account, Marquis Lookburg’s world collapsed.
He forgot to put on shoes and was about to rush out barefoot when he stopped.
Lookburg was the kingdom’s foremost noble.
A noble who stood shoulder to shoulder with Barad to support the kingdom.
At this moment, he resented his own title.
His son was precious.
However, Marquis Lookburg knew what he had to do now.
“…Mobilize the troops. We must kill the Giant King before he awakens all his power.”
And on one side, he gave this order.
“Prepare those who will collect the bodies.”
It was a choked voice.
Lookburg actually knew.
The Giant King had awakened and Rook still hadn’t returned here.
Most of the soldiers who had been with Rook had already returned.
Those who hadn’t returned yet were dead.
He led the troops and went inside.
Trembling, his arms shook.
He gripped his trouser hem to try to stay calm.
Though Lookburg aimed for Barad’s position, he was quite an excellent noble.
‘The soldiers’ families are as precious as my own child.’
Was he evil for aiming for the king’s position?
It couldn’t necessarily be seen that way.
Then.
“My, my lord… Sir Rook is returning!”
“What!?”
This time, even Lookburg couldn’t maintain his noble dignity.
He pushed through the gaps between troops and rushed forward breathlessly.
In the distance, he spotted his son Rook coming while supporting a man.
Marquis Lookburg narrowed his eyes.
‘Baronet Hyeon-su…?’
His teeth were about to clench tight.
But they slowly relaxed and his lips parted slightly.
Unlike Hyeon-su who was battered all over, Rook was perfectly fine.
“Baronet Hyeon-su told us to return. It seems he went to rescue Sir Rook after sending us away.”
Khan the soldier’s report warmed his heart considerably.
He saved my one and only child in this world!
Rook and Marquis Lookburg drew closer.
“Father, this man killed the Giant King.”
“…What?”
From Khan’s words about rescue, he had thought it meant escape.
But he killed it?
Lookburg was actually puzzled.
Why did he save my child?
Doesn’t he dislike me?
Then he took in the sight of him, completely covered in blood and unable to even support his body.
And he finally realized.
‘Because it was what he had to do as a knight…’
The Giant King was gradually regaining his lost power.
If not killed quickly, he would have caused great harm to the Abraham territory and even the entire kingdom.
Whether he was his enemy or not.
Whether he liked his son Rook or not, he simply did what had to be done.
The feelings of hatred toward him didn’t completely disappear.
But at this moment, one thing was certain.
[Marquis Lookburg vows to bestow upon you the greatest reward.]
At the very least, he would repay what he had done.
Even though they remained at odds with each other, he would do this much.
Lookburg finished his resolution.
He was about to forget even his dignity and embrace his son to share their joy.
Rook also shouted with joy.
“Father, I’ve returned alive. I’ve come back!”
Soon the soldiers also cheered.
“Waaaaah!”
“Sir Rook and Sir Hyeon-su have returned!”
“Sir Hyeon-su has killed the Giant King!”
“Uwaaaah!”
Their joyful shouts echoed through the forest.
The soldiers too had thought they would all die upon hearing that the Giant King had awakened.
After all, that creature would eventually invade the Araham territory.
That’s why they burst into joyful cheers.
“My Lord, let’s hold a festival when we return!”
“What a joyous day this is!”
“We should drink heartily too!”
Even Rookburg found it difficult to hide his joyful heart.
He was about to shout to them with all his might, ‘Drink to your heart’s content!’
Just then.
“Are you that happy?”
At the cold voice that spread through the cheers, Marquis Rookburg and Rook stopped mid-embrace.
The soldiers also abruptly stopped laughing.
There stood Hyeon-su with a cold expression.
Hyeon-su, who had just awakened from the status ailment of excessive fatigue, spoke.
“Isn’t there another order of business before celebrating?”
Another order?
Rookburg wore a puzzled expression.
And Hyeon-su walked forward.
He drew a sword from his chest and thrust it forcefully into the ground.
Thud
Blood flowing from his arm ran down the sword and stained the earth.
Drip drip-
Rook knew what that sword was.
It was the sword that Hyeon-su, who had been supporting him, had picked up beside a dead soldier.
“The owner of this sword was a young boy.”
A terrible silence settled over them.
The expressions of the celebrating soldiers changed to complexity.
Hyeon-su, looking at them with cold eyes, spoke.
“The proper order is to mourn the dead before celebrating.”
Upon hearing those words, Rook was the first to observe a moment of silence.
Following him, all the soldiers and knights observed silence.
In that moment, Rookburg’s eyes wavered as he watched Hyeon-su slowly bow his head in silent prayer.
‘How could…’
Marquis Rookburg.
He hadn’t wanted to become king.
In this chaotic world.
He had only wanted to protect this kingdom in his own way.
His methods were simply different from His Majesty’s.
He thought it would be fine for anyone to become king, as long as they could wish for the peace and tranquility of this kingdom.
Drip drip-
He thought as he watched Hyeon-su, blood still flowing from his arm.
‘Now I finally understand.’
Rookburg had simply thought to give him the greatest reward he could offer.
But at this moment, that thought was changing.
‘Why His Majesty considered him as his successor.’
One who could rule the chaotic Goyard Kingdom more mercifully than anyone.
One who mourns the people’s sorrow before the joy of victory.
Therefore, Rookburg stood before the praying Hyeon-su and said.
“I shall protect it.”
***
Hyeon-su wore a puzzled expression.
Marquis Rookburg had suddenly walked up to him.
“I shall protect it.”
Protect?
He spoke with a powerful voice.
“I will protect the path you will walk.”
[Marquis Rookburg promises to support your path to becoming king more than anyone else.]
Hyeon-su realized.
He had won the heart of Marquis Rookburg, the kingdom’s foremost noble.
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