Something Keeps Appearing in My Subspace - Chapter 26

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26. Chun-bae (2)
Chun-bae’s method for rapid growth was straightforward.
First, recruit team members.
Second, optimize stat distribution and acquire skills.
Third, level up the Subspace skill.
Thanks to working alongside previous Space Mages, it was sound advice.
If I added Chun-bae’s experience to this, how much more efficient could I become?
-It’s best to assemble allies as quickly as possible. A five-person party is ideal.
Chun-bae emphasized the first point most strongly.
The reason was simple: team synergy for long-term Gate conquests and Gate rewards.
After all, we could only grow together if our teamwork was solid, and with more members, there were advantages beyond experience points.
For instance, special rewards granted upon Gate conquest.
-I can assist you with stat distribution and acquiring rare techniques from the Subspace.
According to Chun-bae, a Princess’s ultimate potential was versatility. Simply dividing into vanguard or rearguard roles wasn’t optimal.
The Previous-Previous Princess used magic, but she felt its limitations.
In other words, he left behind even vanguard techniques, hoping that future Princesses would become all-rounders.
Of course, that didn’t mean I had to learn magic.
It meant that as a vanguard, I shouldn’t neglect investing in mana stats or learning ranged attacks.
“That’s certainly made things easier.”
Until now, I’d distributed stats evenly and carefully, but with Chun-bae here, I didn’t need to worry.
This must be what optimal stat allocation in a game feels like.
-Leveling up the Subspace skill won’t be easy, but you must continue to make the effort.
Actually, this was the top priority. The more the Subspace opens, the more infinite treasures it contains.
It was ranked lower only because it wasn’t easy to raise immediately, as Chun-bae said.
-There are two methods for skill leveling, but….
The first is to use the skill frequently, which I was already doing as much as possible.
I kept my phone and wallet in the Subspace and retrieved them regularly.
-S-rank skills don’t level up easily through use alone. That’s why the best method is to conquer Gates that might drop skill level-up tickets.
“That’s not easy.”
Skill level-up tickets were as rare as the job skill acquisition ticket I’d obtained.
Whenever they appeared on the market, vanguard Hunters snatched them up immediately. They needed them because they fought on the front lines.
“So I need to gather team members and tackle difficult Gates?”
It wasn’t much different from what I’d planned to do. I could proceed as planned with Chun-bae’s help.
That’s when Chun-bae spoke up.
-The fortunate thing is that I know of some Gates where skill level-up tickets drop.
“What?”
-From serving the Previous Princess and Previous-Previous Princess, I’ve learned something. Gates with the same name, recommended level, and member limit are identical regardless of world.
I was momentarily taken aback. There were identical Gates across different worlds?
That meant the Gates Chun-bae knew about could be cleared with perfect strategy.
-However, finding such Gates will be difficult. The world is vast, and a Gate that drops skill level-up tickets must match Han Hye’s current level.
True, the world is vast, and the Gates Chun-bae knew might already be conquered. Still, the fact that hope exists is what matters.
“At least it’ll be better than the world you came from.”
-What do you mean?
“This place is called the modern era.”
I explained Earth to Chun-bae. He wasn’t entirely ignorant—perhaps he’d glimpsed it from within a Gate.
-Ah, an advanced world. I’ve seen it before.
“Here, you can check what Gates exist without leaving your seat.”
-Is that truly possible?
Not all of them would be accessible, but with this method, Chun-bae could easily reach the Gates he knew about.
Though I’d need to assess the estimates based on level and circumstances.
-Still, it’s meaningless for now. All the Gates I know that drop ‘Skill Level-Up Tickets’ require level 40 or higher.
“So the priority right now is assembling a team and growing stronger.”
-Exactly. Good teammates are crucial. A stable party increases survival rates, and with heightened trust, you achieve greater performance and accelerated growth….
“Chun-bae.”
-Ah, my apologies.
I sighed.
Even when things seemed fine, he’d occasionally slip into these lengthy explanations. Breaking the habit wouldn’t be easy.
-Then the area where I can immediately assist is combat.
“Combat?”
-Yes. I served alongside two Princesses. I can offer considerable help in combat utilizing Subspace skills.
“Is that so?”
I was already using Subspace in combat, but perhaps I could learn techniques I hadn’t discovered yet.
“Hmm. I’ve organized everything here, so the space isn’t very wide.”
Unlike when the Subspace was empty, I’d placed metal racks inside to organize various items.
With Yong-yong beside me, training inside like before wasn’t easy.
“Can’t you stay outside? Clearing this place would be a hassle.”
-Outside is fine. I’m a magical lifeform born of divinity—I can remain by your side, Han Hye.
As Chun-bae spoke, the crystal orb glowed and transformed. It became a bracelet.
-I can change forms this way. Only you can hear what I say, so don’t worry.
“Oh, really?”
Actually, that’s better. It means I can bring him along inside Gates too.
-If possible, I’d like to observe through a sparring match.
“Sparring?”
-Yes. A realistic match is the only way I can accurately understand your combat style.
“Hold on.”
I called the newly registered Training Facility.
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One of the major changes from moving was the Training Facility. Since I’d relocated to a different area, I’d switched facilities too.
It was directly built and managed by the Hunter Association.
My previous place was decent enough, but honestly, comparing them would be unfair.
That one’s private, but this is run by the Hunter Association.
‘Usually private facilities are better than national ones….’
Hunter-related facilities were different. The Hunter Association’s Training Facility was where the latest magical engineering was applied.
Reaction speed training, mana sensitivity training, mental pressure resistance, various strength and stamina training facilities, Combat Arena….
There were several large buildings, and the trainers weren’t just “former Hunters”—they were all certified specialists.
Because of that, the prices here were astronomical. By Hunter standards, it exceeded ten million won per month.
‘Chul-gi and I get in for free, though.’
The Hunter Association had shown consideration again. It wasn’t a huge sum for us now, but I appreciated the gesture.
In any case, one of the unique features of this newly registered Training Facility was that it arranged ‘sparring matches’.
If a Hunter submitted a request specifying their desired opponent’s level, the trainer would pair them with an appropriate match at their discretion.
I’d heard the explanation before and was thinking I should try it, but now I had a reason to use it because of Chun-bae’s request.
“I’d like to spar with a C-rank Hunter.”
-A C-rank?
“Is that not possible?”
-Technically it’s difficult by regulation, but since Han Hye, you far exceed D-rank level, I think it should be possible. I’ll contact you again in a moment.
Fortunately, it worked out well—probably because I’d demonstrated my abilities when I met the trainer after moving yesterday.
About five minutes after submitting the request, the phone rang again.
-Han Hye, would it perhaps be possible for you to spar with a B-rank Hunter instead? A B-rank Hunter brought it up first.
“Pardon? A B-rank Hunter?”
I couldn’t help but feel slightly taken aback by the unexpected proposal. The C-rank Hunter I’d hoped to spar with was typically level 26-35.
Given my stats, being in the early level 30s made that perfectly appropriate.
B-rank, on the other hand, was based on levels 36-45. That meant someone definitely one or two tiers stronger than me.
I was startled at first, but thinking about it, it wasn’t a bad idea.
‘I’m only doing this because of Chun-bae, anyway.’
There would definitely be things I could gain from sparring with someone stronger.
But before that, I needed to find out who my opponent was.
“Could I possibly know who it is?”
I wanted to avoid seeing anything unpleasant. Accidents during sparring matches happened fairly often.
Plus, I’d had trouble with the notorious Daeup guild, so I needed to be even more careful.
-It’s Sniper Seo Seung-yeon.
“Excuse me?”
The name that came back was unexpected again.
She was one of the world’s most renowned ‘star’ Hunters, not just in Korea.
Sniper Seo Seung-yeon.
While Awakened ones couldn’t imbue bullets with mana, she was the only person who could pierce through mana barriers with a gun.
Because of that uniqueness, she was famous for drawing cult-like popularity worldwide, just like Dragon Knight Chul-gi.
She belonged to Team B, directly under the vanguard of the Saebyeok Guild, making her an elite among elites.
-Yes. While we were looking for someone suitable at C-rank, Seo Seung-yeon brought it up first, saying she wanted to try sparring.
I knew this person was over level 40. Even as a Sniper, her stats would be better than mine.
The fact that someone like that had chosen me was quite bewildering.
—This will be a match without firearms. It’s a private match at Hunter Seo Seung-yeon’s request. I called to ask for your opinion, Han Hye.
A sudden thought crossed my mind.
Chulbyeok and Saebyeokbit had offered me generous terms from the moment they tried to recruit me into their guilds.
I’d declined by mentioning potential future collaboration. I wondered if this might be related to that.
They were probably trying to gauge what kind of person I was and what level I operated at.
—Just to mention it, Hunter Seo Seung-yeon said to make absolutely clear that this isn’t coercion.
“That’s fine.”
Truth be told, I was bound to lose. A match against a hunter of level 40 or higher. Winning would be absurd in this situation.
I hadn’t had many battles against strong opponents until now.
My skills and stats were so broken that it couldn’t be helped, but…
Combat experience against someone stronger than me is invaluable. That’s what I learned at the workshop too.
‘You can panic and fall into a mental trap when facing a powerful opponent you’ve never experienced before.’
A B-rank hunter. Definitely stronger than me. Moreover, someone from a trustworthy guild.
Since they’d be considerate of me, the probability of an accident during the match would actually decrease.
There’s nothing wrong with getting to know the sniper better.
And if I put on a good showing this time, it would be a bonus when collaborating with Saebyeokbit in the future.
“When is the date?”
—Hunter Seo Seung-yeon’s Gate entry was cancelled. Today, tomorrow, or the day after—whichever day works for you, Han Hye.
“Today?”
—Yes. She’s at the Combat Arena right now.
Since I was already talking with Chun-bae, doing it right away would be ideal.
“Then let’s make it today.”
After setting the time and hanging up, a small doubt crept in. The advance team’s Gate entries were prepared with meticulous care.
They scheduled their movements in order because of precautions against unpredictable discharge-type Gates.
Moreover, since each preparation required an enormous sum of money, a Gate entry wouldn’t be cancelled unless something serious happened.
The cancellation of the advance team’s entry meant something major was wrong…
I had no idea.
Well, a discharge-type Gate wouldn’t suddenly rupture out of nowhere.

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