My Catastrophic‑Level Summon Devours Gates - Chapter 136

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Episode 136

I would have perfectly cleared the Tower of Chaos too.

“What do we do now?”

This is the second time I’ve come overseas after losing my hair.

You need to experience overseas travel to get a sense of what to do, right?

“Really? Hyung?”

“Why are you so surprised, Ms. Mi-jeong?”

“These days, doesn’t everyone go on overseas trips two or three times… at… least?”

“I also went after working part-time jobs intensively before awakening.”

Well, this is embarrassing.

“After I awakened, I spent 5 years stuck at E-rank, so I had no time to think about overseas travel.”

“Ah, ahhh.”

“I’m sorry. I didn’t know.”

“They say joy comes after hardship ends, and that’s exactly what you’re experiencing, hyung.”

“We’ll work hard too.”

Who would have thought this conversation would end with a conclusion about effort.

“Our Lord is indeed different. So devoted to honing himself.”

“He’s our Master after all. Different from ordinary people.”

【Like. Monk. Same.】

【Sometimes you should get some fresh air and play some hold’em too, my Lord.】

“Gah! How dare you recommend entertainment to our Lord!”

“You thief. Do you think Master is like you?”

Teachers.

It’s not like I’m completely ignorant about entertainment, you know?

There was a time when.

I even skipped academy and went to coin karaoke.

Keuuuuu.

It’s not such a bad thing that would make good kids’ hearts flutter.

Phew.

It’s so regrettable that I can’t share all these heroic tales.

President Baek patted my shoulder reassuringly.

“I’ve arranged all the tourist courses. Don’t worry.”

“Courses?”

“Both the Hunter and Support Team worked hard, so wouldn’t it be disappointing to just look at the Tower and leave?”

Ah.

So that’s why you told us to pack plenty of luggage.

“I thought we were going to conquer another Gate.”

“Eeeek. Hyung. That seems a bit much.”

“Boss. Thank you.”

You all don’t need to be that disgusted about it.

“Rest well today, and we’ll start the Ascension Tourism Tour from tomorrow.”

Keu.

Truly reliable.

Our Boss is the best!

“Thanks to Hunter Park, we have plenty of budget, so let’s eat lots of delicious food.”

“Ooooh!”

“I knew we could count on you!”

The Support Team friends’ eyes lit up too.

A complete clear of the Tower of Chaos followed by a European trip.

It felt like a reward for working me hard for a week, making me feel even better.

* * *

“Here’s the travel itinerary.”

President Baek handed me a pamphlet.

A beautifully designed booklet.

Inside, it was packed with various information including tourist attractions and restaurants.

“You’re not seriously thinking of starting a travel agency, are you?”

“If Hunter Park says he’s terminating his contract, I’ll seriously consider it.”

Ugh. Don’t say such spine-chilling things.

How convenient it is to have Boss supporting me.

The first destination was Rome.

“Aren’t we seeing anything else in Pisa?”

“Two weeks is short. Even just touring the major tourist spots and restaurants makes the schedule tight.”

Famous tourist spots, restaurants, gift shop visits, and even free time.

Look how packed this timetable is.

Thanks to that, it was enough to just follow Boss around without having to think.

“This is the Colosseum.”

A massive structure where Rome’s spirit lives and breathes.

I was naturally overwhelmed by its grandeur, different from seeing it in photos.

“Ooh. To think this is where gladiators fought to the death.”

“How barbaric.”

“Don’t insult the life-or-death battles of men!”

“You’re not even a man.”

“Gah! Don’t insult the hot blood of warriors!”

【My Lord. It seems to have tremendous archaeological value.】

【Thief. Again. Greedy.】

【Isn’t that natural for an archaeologist?】

You’re not even a real archaeologist.

“This is a pasta restaurant only locals know about.”

“The cooking of the noodles is truly exquisite. How mysterious that they can create such flavor!”

“Eat quietly. You’re interfering with enjoying the taste.”

“Don’t say that while eating with such undignified movements.”

Surprisingly.

Sir Isra twirled pasta and put it in his mouth with elegance rivaling royal court etiquette.

Meanwhile, Ingrid was just stuffing it in haphazardly.

“A knight must always have dignity.”

“Just eat heartily. Right, Master?”

【I can eat heartily too. Please hurry and make me a body!】

“Be quiet, you thief.”

“Shut up, thief.”

Anyway, it was an enjoyable trip.

Foreign scenery I was seeing for the first time.

Local restaurants.

It was quite fun going around with President Baek, my familiars, and the Support Team, who I’m fairly close with.

“If we had more time, we could explore every nook and cranny. It’s regrettable.”

“Ek. I feel like we’ve already gone around plenty?”

“Even a week isn’t enough to properly feel Rome’s charm. Let’s make more time next time.”

Kieeeek.

What?

Scary.

This Boss wasn’t only serious about coffee?

“When you do something, you must do it thoroughly. Both work and rest.”

“The palace minister always liked things done properly.”

“That’s the right mindset.”

Excuse me.

I’m getting drained here?

“Our next destination is Barcelona.”

“Oh! I’m a Barcelona fan!”

Seong-su shouted loudly.

Barcelona was famous for their soccer team, wasn’t it.

I wouldn’t know.

I have no interest in soccer whatsoever.

“That’s understandable. They say their popularity has waned since the Great Cataclysm.”

“I wouldn’t know since I didn’t live in the previous era.”

The Support Team friends chattered away.

A Hunter’s physical abilities are beyond human level.

They can fly through the sky with magic and run faster than cheetahs even without using mana.

Because of this, existing sports weren’t as popular as they used to be.

“Are we going by plane?”

“We’ll handle accommodation on a cruise.”

Oh, ohhh!

Our Boss had it all planned out!

We moved from Rome back to Pisa.

Then took a large cruise to Barcelona.

“Look here, Lord! This armor shows the touch of a true craftsman!”

“What’s so great about that pile of scrap metal.”

“I told you to look so you could gain inspiration, Lord. Is this the extent of the mage’s loyalty?”

“Ah, ahaha. Now that I look again, it does seem pretty good?”

The bickering familiars.

“Big brother! Try one of these.”

“Wow. It’s really pretty!”

The Support Team looking out for me.

“That’s all for today’s tour. You can spend some free time and come back.”

And President Baek who prepared all the courses and expenses.

I thought that maybe spending time like this occasionally wasn’t so bad.

* * *

After traveling through Europe.

I understood why President Baek said two weeks was too short.

Italy – Spain – France – and Germany.

Even just visiting the famous tourist spots in each country, time flew by.

“Ahh! This beer. Truly excellent.”

“I preferred the wine from Spain.”

“Don’t sip your beer like that.”

“What are you talking about.”

After spending a night in Frankfurt, Germany.

We headed to Prague, the capital of Czech Republic, our final destination.

“Prague is truly a beautiful city. I have many memories here.”

“You’ve been here quite often?”

“I visited frequently for business.”

“Ah. The Clock Tower, you mean.”

Prague was famous as both a capital and tourist city.

But for Hunters, it was famous for a different reason.

The Magic Academy of Prague Clock Tower.

An organization commonly called the ‘Clock Tower’.

Min-yeong let out an exclamation of admiration.

“That’s the academy founded by Alphonse Hus.”

“Ah. One of the 12 Heroes?”

When Seong-su asked, Min-yeong replied excitedly.

“Yeah. The Clock Tower is like a utopia for mages.”

“Is there a special reason for that?”

“You know there are two mechanisms for learning skills, right? Skill Books and learning.”

Skill Books allow you to immediately acquire the corresponding ability if you meet the conditions.

Conversely, learning requires perfectly understanding the skill structure and making it your own.

Mana manipulation and Third Hand were also skills learned through study.

“The Clock Tower is a place only permitted to talented mages who learn through study. They say there are over hundreds of skills you can learn there!!”

This was the first time I’d seen Mi-jeong so excited.

I’d heard the name before, but I never thought it would mean this much to mages.

“Speaking of mages among the 12 Heroes, there’s another person too.”

“You mean Ezekiel Campbell? They say he was amazing too.”

“Hmm.”

Ingrid turned her gaze away with a strange expression.

That was understandable.

Ezekiel Campbell, one of the 12 Heroes.

She was the soul that had been dwelling in the weapon he used, the [Talkative Sage’s Staff].

She said they had gotten along quite well.

I’d also heard that after the Siberian final battle ended, he promised to free Ingrid from the staff.

“Are you okay, Ingrid?”

“Mm. Of course I am. It’s not like I’m feeling depressed because that foolish old man came to mind.”

Right. Right.

“Boss, let me buy the drinks.”

“Didn’t we agree that I would cover all the travel expenses for this trip?”

“It’s about the feeling. The feeling.”

Partly to change Ingrid’s slightly dampened mood.

I entered any nearby cafe.

“Welcome.”

The moment I received the cafe owner’s greeting.

A fact I’d forgotten while focusing only on cheering up Ingrid came to mind.

This place.

Was a foreign country, wasn’t it?

Don’t panic.

Hadn’t I prepared a translation app on my home screen for times like this?

Just as I hurriedly turned on the translator to place an order.

“You appear to be Korean. I’d like to help you with your order.”

An old gentleman in the cafe spoke to me.

And it was.

Not Czech or English, but Korean.

The shadow from his fedora obscured his face, but I could tell whether he was Asian or not.

A white person speaking our language so well.

“Ah. Yes. That’s righ…?”

I was about to ask for help with the order when I was struck speechless.

This elderly gentleman.

What kind of person is he?

When I first saw him, I only thought he was an old gentleman with impeccable attire.

Looking closer, that wasn’t the case.

How should I put it – he’s like a sword itself.

I even thought that if you personified a sword, it would be that old man.

His sharp aura made my breath catch.

Just like at the casino in Pisa.

Is Europe overflowing with hidden masters?

Thanks to the Heavenly Martial Body’s warning, I was able to realize that he was a powerful Hunter.

“Hehe. Don’t be on guard, young man.”

“Ah. I’m sorry.”

“I should be the one apologizing. I never expected to find such a promising Hunter who could sense my aura.”

While the old gentleman was chuckling.

Sir Isra, who had followed behind me, showed signs of surprise.

That was understandable.

I was quite shocked at first too.

“Lord.”

“Don’t worry. I’m fine.”

“That’s not it.”

Sir Isra moved his eyes left and right as if hesitating for a moment.

Why is he acting like that?

【I can sense the lingering traces of familiar mana from the old man.】

Sir Isra spoke through telepathy instead of out loud.

Familiar?

I couldn’t respond since the old gentleman was right in front of us, so I just rolled my eyes around.

【My beloved weapon, I mean.】

By beloved weapon, he means.

The [Fallen Knight’s Blood Longsword], right?

Its current owner is Black Knight Gerard, one of the 12 Heroes.

Wait a minute.

Then could it be…?

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