I Got an Ex-Class Omnipotent System - Chapter 66

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Chapter 66
66: A Dungeon Within the Labyrinth? (1)
Upon returning to the Dormitory, there were sneering remarks from the losers about how we’d managed to survive, but none of us in the Dohyun Party bothered to acknowledge such petty comments.
In any case, when we returned to the Dormitory and were about to rest, Ihae-in came out and spoke to the Dohyun Party first.
“After seeing your skills today, I don’t think our party needs to stay attached to you. If you’d like, tomorrow you’re free to explore on your own.”
“Ah! That sounds great.”
True to form, Dohyun readily accepted, and seeing the relieved expressions on Hanalin and Jiyuchan’s faces, Ihae-in’s expression became somewhat deflated as well—though he reasoned that people of their caliber certainly deserved to feel that way.
Ihae-in’s party was safety-oriented, which made them somewhat frustrating, and they simply didn’t mesh well with the Dohyun Party.
We moved with refreshing directness, while their temperament was fundamentally different.
In any case, after saying that, Ihae-in pulled out a worn piece of parchment from his pocket, and I immediately recognized what it was.
[Analyzing the 『Map of the Sector 53 Corridor Vicinity』.]
『Map of the Sector 53 Corridor Vicinity』
▶「A map with quite detailed drawings of the area surrounding Sector 53 Corridor.」
▶「A recording-type map that automatically documents the paths traveled by its owner.」
‘Oh?!’
It wasn’t just an ordinary map—it was an item.
The moment I recognized it at a glance, Ihae-in was certain of something. This was an item few would know about unless they’d actually come to the D-rank Zone themselves, yet I’d identified it immediately—proof that I was indeed well-informed.
So Ihae-in became convinced that I was an agent as he spoke.
“You probably understand what kind of item this is, but to explain briefly: it’s a map that automatically records the paths traveled by whoever owns it. It’s a map with limited recording range, covering only the area around Sector 53 Corridor, but it should prove useful.”
“Ah, thank you. You’re giving us quite a rare map.”
“Haha, our party has another one that Jinhyeon carries, so this is just the spare we had.”
Ihae-in spoke in an unusually playful manner.
In a sense, it was almost a bribe, and seeing Ihae-in’s nervous gaze, I smiled and nodded without understanding his true intentions.
“Then I’ll gratefully accept it. I’ll put it to good use.”
“Yes. Then we’ll head off to rest. Thank you for your hard work today.”
“You worked hard too.”
“Thanks to you, the hunt went well.”
“See you next time.”
“That was impressive.”
After parting ways with Ihae-in’s party at the Dormitory, I contentedly placed the map into my magic pouch.
Hanalin and Jiyuchan were watching Ihae-in’s party with expressions of subtle oddness.
It wasn’t that they were unpleasant or anything unsettling, but Hanalin tilted her head as she looked at Ihae-in.
“It felt like he was giving us a bribe?”
“Hmm, I had a similar thought.”
“A bribe?”
But I could only tilt my head in confusion at that remark.
Now that it was just the three of us, I asked, puzzled.
“What would they gain by trying to impress me? Ihae-in’s party is part of the Association anyway, so there’s no real reason for that, is there? Besides, Ihae-in’s party are essentially our seniors.”
“Hmm, that’s true, but…”
“There’s something oddly strange about it.”
“You’re both being too sensitive, aren’t you? But if I gave you a bribe, you can just help me out a bit later.”
“….” “….”
When I remarked that they were both being overly sensitive, neither Hanalin nor Jiyuchan had a retort—partly because they recognized the truth in my words. Besides, I wasn’t wrong.
A bribe meant a favor later, nothing more. Of course, I’d refuse anything truly difficult, but I could manage most reasonable requests.
At my words, both Hanalin and Jiyuchan nodded in agreement.
With the Elf matter weighing on them, perhaps they had been overly cautious.
Seeing that neither had further objections, I returned to the room, quickly gathered my clothes, and called out.
“I’m showering first!”
Drawing on memories of living with my younger sibling at the Family Home, I claimed the Bathroom in the room first.
In situations like this, speed was everything.
I hurried inside with urgency.
Since we’d been in the Labyrinth surrounded by dust and stale air, both Hanalin and Jiyuchan—who were eager to wash—were startled by my sudden move.
Jiyuchan especially, having fought at the vanguard as a swordsman, had inevitably gotten blood splattered on him and felt thoroughly uncomfortable.
Hanalin too had accumulated dust and stray cobwebs from casting magic, leaving her equally grimy.
“Oh! I, I should go first!”
“No, I’m going first.”
I coldly rejected Hanalin’s plea and entered first, prompting Jiyuchan to ask in a coaxing tone.
“At least… could we shower together…?”
“No, it’s too cramped~.”
Speaking like a spoiled child, I quickly shut the Bathroom door.
As the two stood awkwardly in the room, staring at the closed door, Hanalin caught the stench of monster bodily fluids and blood emanating from Jiyuchan’s body. Her expression twisted in disgust as she spoke.
“…Yuchan, wouldn’t it be better if you waited outside for a bit?”
Though his feelings were somewhat hurt, Jiyuchan understood that if such odors permeated the room, it would become unbearable in its own way. He lowered his head and answered.
“…Understood.”
With that, Jiyuchan shuffled out, and Hanalin stepped outside to brush off the dust clinging to her clothes. Taking advantage of his absence, she began gathering her things.
Though sharing a room with a man was a first for her, there was something oddly thrilling about it—like staying at a guest house or boarding facility.
As Hanalin prepared her clothes, she suddenly noticed her character-themed pajamas were still adorably cute, and she hesitated for a moment.
“….”
Since I’d already seen her character pajamas before, it shouldn’t matter, but… why did it feel different somehow?
Hanalin tucked the character pajamas deep into her travel bag and instead pulled out a comfortable t-shirt and shorts from her casual wear.
Grateful she’d brought these, she was carefully stacking her clothes and discreetly concealing her undergarments between them when suddenly—
Creak!
“Next person, go shower.”
I emerged faster than expected, causing her to flinch.
Hanalin hastily closed her luggage, and I glanced around the room before asking her.
“Huh? Where’s Yuchan?”
Seeing me slightly damp, Hanalin averted her gaze slightly before answering.
“Oh, he smelled so bad I sent him outside.”
“That’s harsh, but I suppose it’s necessary. Go wash up then.”
“Yes.”
Hanalin hurriedly gathered her clothes and rushed into the Bathroom, and Jiyuchan, who belatedly heard Dohyun’s words, opened the door and entered.
“Did I… did I come too soon…?”
“You came? I’m going first.”
“…Sigh.”
Hanalin, being female, would obviously take a long time, so Jiyuchan wanted to wash first, but he hung his head in defeat at being late.
Watching Jiyuchan like that, Dohyun also wrinkled his nose as if catching a whiff of something unpleasant and spoke.
“I’ll let you know when Narin comes out, so get going.”
“…Understood.”
Jiyuchan, expelled once more, trudged out, and Dohyun, satisfied with himself, grinned and lay down on the bed he’d claimed, pulling out a novel he’d brought from his spatial pouch to read during idle moments.
Though it was merely the mundane flow of everyday life, Dohyun smiled contentedly, and thus the first night in the D-Rank Zone passed.
* * *
The second day in the D-Rank Zone proceeded far more smoothly than the first.
With a map in hand and Analysis’s incredible navigation, the Dohyun Party now harbored no hesitation whatsoever.
After sweeping through the Labyrinth Goblins and dispatching them in an instant, Dohyun turned to Hanalin and Jiyuchan and asked.
“The D-Rank Zone is definitely tough, I’ll admit.”
“…?”
“That’s not something the person who just solo wiped out ten goblins should be saying, is it?”
At Jiyuchan’s point, Hanalin nodded as well, and Dohyun looked at them both incredulously.
Then he spoke.
“Anyway, you can’t think ahead like a tadpole—if we didn’t have our Intention Magic and Golden Sword Technique, it would’ve been quite rough, right?”
“Ah, that’s true.”
“Hmm, the leather does have considerable resistance to our attacks, I must say.”
Just as Jiyuchan said, D-Rank Monsters, unlike E-Rank ones, gradually developed resistance to mana, and their bodies themselves became far sturdier, displaying surprisingly tenacious vitality.
Moreover, their strength far exceeded E-Rank creatures, not merely in durability but in raw power as well.
Even the weaker Labyrinth Goblins roamed in groups of seven to ten at minimum, and often exceeded fifteen when numerous.
Solitary Monsters were far more formidable, so Dohyun’s assessment was accurate.
Yet the words that followed seemed somewhat inconsistent in context.
“Still, I think we’ve adapted to the 1st Floor. Shall we head to the 2nd Floor soon?”
“…” “…”
Though Dohyun’s attitude shifted like flipping a palm, this was hardly a one or two-day occurrence.
Both shook their heads helplessly and sighed before responding.
“Geez, you say things like that but we understand anyway. I’m in favor of heading to the 2nd Floor too. We actually finished adapting yesterday.”
“I agree. It seems difficult to grow here.”
In any case, both Hanalin and Jiyuchan consented to Dohyun’s proposal.
Though the hunt had proceeded smoothly, there was a sense of something lacking, so both gave their approval, and Dohyun nodded with satisfaction.
Honestly, he was already tired of hunting here, so Dohyun began guiding them forward with evident satisfaction.
“Well then, everyone follow me closely.”
With those words, Dohyun led the way, and they quickly discovered the staircase descending to the 2nd Floor. Analysis’s navigation truly was exceptional.
As they moved, Dohyun had entrusted the unnecessary map to Hanalin to help her develop her pathfinding skills, and she spoke with a note of curiosity.
“Huh? There’s a door over there by the descending staircase that isn’t on the map?”
“Huh?”
“It’s real.”
At Hanalin’s words, Dohyun and Jiyuchan reacted, and as they observed the newly formed door with curiosity, they realized it was somehow strangely familiar, causing them all to exchange puzzled glances.
When the jet-black door, painted as dark as pitch and resembling the Black Gate itself, left them bewildered, information visible only to Dohyun’s eyes surfaced.
[Analyzing the 『Distorted Fragment of the Black Door』.]
『Distorted Fragment of the Black Door』
▶「A fragment of the Black Gate born when the Black Gate came into existence, distorted by the influence of the Celestial Dimension.」
▶「The interior is a new rift caused by the distorted fragment, and entry is possible.」
▶「By placing your hand upon it, your party alone may enter.」
▶「Upon entry, if you correct all distortions within, the fragment will be removed and you will receive a reward.」
▶「Only a single party may enter simultaneously.」
After seeing this, Dohyun spoke to the two of them.
“It’s a dungeon entrance?”

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