Something Keeps Appearing in My Subspace - Chapter 36

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36. Third Sub-space (3)
“Which one should I eat first?”
Turtle Shell Grass was a plant that resembled a tortoise’s carapace. Its texture was so rigid that I worried whether it could even be chewed.
Crimson Vine was a spirit herb formed from bundled red tendrils, compressed into a sphere the size of a palm.
‘It looks like a devil fruit.’
Mist Herb was the most peculiar. It was a semi-transparent herb that actually became viscous like liquid when touched.
The moment I lifted my hand, it returned to its original form—quite fascinating.
In any case, staring at the three spirit herbs before me, I felt a moment of hesitation. Consuming spirit herbs consecutively diminished their efficacy.
The optimal approach was to wait until my body had fully absorbed the essence of one herb before consuming another.
-Turtle Shell Grass enhances stamina, Crimson Vine enhances agility, and Mist Herb improves magical power stats.
Fortunately, I had Chun-bae.
-Since your magical power stat is currently high, I recommend saving the Mist Herb for later.
“Understood. I’ll give the Mist Herb to Mister.”
Mister, who had explored Gates with nothing but pure physical stats since before Yong-yong’s time, suffered from insufficient magical power.
Giving him this herb would surely delight him immensely.
Besides, I’d never intended to consume everything myself. I planned to give Mister one of the semi-grade cold-attribute herbs as well.
The spirit herbs that would eventually emerge from the Farm could be divided generously enough.
None of it felt wasteful. Mister was my benefactor, after all.
Without him, I would have perished on the streets.
“Then shall I start with the Turtle Shell Grass?”
-An excellent choice.
“Will I gain some kind of skill from consuming this?”
-The probability of acquiring a skill from a C-Rank spirit herb is extremely low. You would need at least a B-Rank herb.
True, though I’d harbored hopes based on two prior instances, acquiring skills from spirit herbs was genuinely rare.
As disappointment crept in, a question arose.
“But what determines whether a skill manifests from consuming a spirit herb?”
I consumed an A-Rank Sunflower and gained A-Rank Flame Resistance. Conversely, from a B-Rank Moonlight Herb, I obtained E-Rank Cold Resistance.
Regardless of the grade disparity, the difference in ranks between the resulting skills was far too severe.
-It depends on the herb’s grade and compatibility.
“Explain in detail.”
I caught myself immediately. Chun-bae didn’t understand nuance.
“Not too detailed, though.”
-First, understand that the difference between A-Rank and B-Rank is far greater than between B-Rank and D-Rank.
Indeed, I’d heard that as Awakened ones’ skills leveled up, the disparity between grades became increasingly tangible.
Items, lacking growth potential, possessed vastly different specifications from the start.
The A-Rank spirit herb I’d consumed was itself a rarity—fewer than ten existed on Earth.
Unlike B-Rank herbs, which had established market prices, it was literally beyond valuation.
-Nevertheless, the fact that you acquired A-Rank Flame Resistance from consuming an A-Rank spirit herb indicates exceptional compatibility. Typically, B or C-Rank skills manifest.
“Compatibility?”
-It refers to the inherent nature of your body and the nature of the spirit herb. This is why the same herb produces different effects in different individuals.
The compatibility between body and spirit elixir.
I wondered if it was something like traditional herbal medicine or a tonic. After all, ginseng itself could be harmful depending on one’s constitution.
“I think I roughly understand now.”
I nodded and picked up the Turtle Shell Grass.
[Turtle Shell Grass (龜鉀草) (C-Rank)]
-A plant with thick, layered leaves resembling a turtle’s shell. It carries the vitality of life that has endured through barren environments for countless ages.
-Upon consumption, the body should become somewhat more resilient.
There was one concern, though. The texture was genuinely as hard as a turtle’s shell.
“But how do I eat this? It’s not normally hard like this. Won’t my teeth fall out? Do I need to peel off the shell first?”
-Do not chew it immediately. Hold it in your mouth and wait until it softens.
Ah, that’s the method?
Following Chun-bae’s instructions, I held the Turtle Shell Grass in my mouth, and I felt the hardness gradually soften. Simultaneously, mana spread through my mouth.
‘Chun-bae really knows his stuff.’
After about another minute, it reached a consistency I could chew, so I bit down without hesitation and swallowed.
I waited briefly for the Turtle Shell Grass’s essence to spread through my body, then immediately checked my status window.
[Lv22 Void Master (空主), Han Hye]
Strength: 28
Agility: 28
Stamina: 31(+3)
Spirit: 23
Mana: 39(+1)
Spare Points: 19
Skills: Subspace (S-Rank) Lv3, Leap (A-Rank) Lv2, Flame Resistance (A-Rank) Lv2, Cockfighting (C-Rank) Lv3, Imperial Basic Swordsmanship (E-Rank) Lv4, Cold Resistance (E-Rank) Lv1, *Wind Blade (Lv1)
Stamina plus three, mana plus one. Four stats increased from a single spirit elixir—I was satisfied.
Since I had plenty of spare points remaining, I consulted with Chun-bae before allocating them.
[Lv22 Void Master (空主), Han Hye]
Strength: 30(+2)
Agility: 30(+2)
Stamina: 35(+4)
Spirit: 30(+7)
Mana: 40(+1)
Spare Points: 3
After that, I stored the harvested spirit elixirs and replanted seeds in the Farm following Chun-bae’s advice.
One confirmed seed, one seed left by the previous owner for experimentation, and four spirit elixir seeds given to me.
Since the Subspace could be divided into zones with different time flows, there was no problem. Of course, the time matched reality.
By the way, when I consumed the Moonlight Grass last time, it took a week for the energy clinging to my body to dissipate.
‘For C-Rank, it should take about five days?’
Next, I’ll consume the Crimson Vine. There’s also one more C-Rank spirit elixir coming from the Hunter Association.
After that, once the spirit elixirs I’m growing mature, I can consume those and then the spirit elixir from the confirmed seed. That should work out.
This insane Subspace….
Somehow, I’d ended up in a position where I had to consume Spirit Elixirs on a strict schedule—something most hunters could only dream of obtaining.
“You lucky bastard! Three of them succeeded?”
Naturally, when Mister heard that three Spirit Elixirs had been successfully produced in the Subspace, he looked absolutely green with envy.
Two days ago, when he’d heard about the Farm’s creation, he’d been thrilled about solving Yong-yong’s food problem, but this was something else entirely.
“If you’re so jealous, you should’ve become a Space Mage.”
“You should’ve made me one!”
Well, he had a point there.
I chuckled softly and pulled out a Mist Herb from the Subspace.
“Why be jealous? Of course there’s one for you too.”
At my words, Mister’s expression shifted rapidly.
“Really?”
“Would I lie to you?”
“No, no. Han Hye wouldn’t do something like that.”
“…?”
Confused by his sudden formal speech, I tilted my head, and Mister grinned widely, bowing playfully.
“A Red Dragon and Spirit Elixirs too… I shall never forget the grace you’ve shown me.”
I almost said that I was the one repaying a debt, but it didn’t seem necessary between us, so I simply smiled.
“There you go again.”
“What?”
Mister’s eyes narrowed menacingly.
I shot back immediately.
As I stepped back and tried to return the Mist Herb to the Subspace, Mister’s expression changed once more.
“…Oh my. Perhaps it’s my age catching up with me, or my hearing isn’t what it used to be.”
“Is that so? Hmm. I’ve been talking a lot, so my throat’s gotten a bit dry.”
“A Space Mage like yourself could summon water with just a flick of your hand! But I shall bring you some refreshing ice water right away!”
Well, that was enough teasing for now.
“That’s enough. It’s supposed to help with Magic Power stats. Drink it quickly. And then let’s head to the Training Facility.”
“Thanks, Hye.”
Mister broke into a beaming smile.
* * *
[Ogre Appears in Level 16-20 Gate? Spirit Summoner Using Escape Secretary….]
[Dragon Guild Clears Level-Restricted Survival Gate!]
[Not Just Surviving the Ogre Gate—Complete Monster Annihilation!]
Naturally, this level-restricted survival Gate subjugation became a major topic of public interest.
It was a location that had been receiving considerable attention since a Gate Break was imminent.
Of course, the fact that I, an S+-Rank Awakened, and Chul-gi, the Dragon Knight, were currently hot topics in the industry also played a role.
Because it was our level-restricted survival subjugation, even high-level hunters took interest.
‘I knew it would be big, but it exceeded my expectations.’
The subjugation was even broadcast live by reporters. Though it was mainly just Kim Seung-tae’s escape and the Ogre’s appearance.
I confirmed this later. The Hunter Association didn’t bother blocking the broadcast, apparently because they knew I’d handle it without issue.
‘In a way, I should be grateful.’
With public attention focused on the situation, the fact that I’d overcome such a dire circumstance—one that required summoning an Ogre and using an escape Secretary—had become known.
In other words, both my value and Mister’s had skyrocketed in the eyes of potential employers.
[Wait, how did you even defeat an Ogre?? Are you serious??]
What truly dominated the conversation, however, was the subjugation of the Ogre itself.
A party of level twenty or below defeating an Ogre wasn’t merely difficult to believe—it bordered on the impossible.
‘I would’ve doubted it too.’
In truth, it wasn’t just hard to believe; it was practically impossible.
It mirrored my own situation when I’d encountered the Red Dragon—something others simply refused to accept.
-Seriously, there’s a limit to how much you can hype up rookies;; An Ogre doesn’t make sense.
“Lol that’s kind of a waste though”
┗The Hunter Association confirmed it, so stop spouting nonsense
┗But isn’t that Association confirmation itself a lie?
┗The lie was already proven during the mana stone settlement;; Photos came out too, and the purity and size match an Ogre’s exactly
┗How would we know if the Association fabricated it? They said he had no manners anyway—didn’t he bribe the Association?
┗Logically, why would the Association fabricate that? What’s the benefit?
Hunter Net had quite a bit of debate about it. Of course, those trying to slander us were all anonymous.
-I think it’s real, but I’m dying to know how they did it lol
So what I’m saying is, it’s all made up, lolol. The Subspace isn’t invincible or anything. Like, are missiles gonna come flying out of the Subspace or what?
┗But looking at what they’ve done so far, it’s actually possible;;
Not missiles, but elixirs, rare techniques, and artifacts do come out….
I’d already considered that possibility. Park Seo-ung had even placed bombs in my Subspace.
All I had to do was throw a bomb outside and hide in my Subspace.
-Isn’t it possible because he’s an S+-Rank Awakened and a Dragon Knight?
┗Well, if it’s true, then the Dragon Knight defeating it makes sense;
“The Space Mage isn’t even a vanguard, so how is he supposed to take down the Ogre;;? What was the Dragon Knight with the Red Dragon doing?”
Hmm. It was me who defeated it, not Mister…. The comment that I wasn’t a vanguard made me let out a hollow laugh.
There was no way to prove it anyway.
-Fact) The Ogre defeat is real. Not baseless accusations
┗Huh? Really?
Confirmed.
┗211.234 is a verified account
Well, I didn’t bother getting worked up about it. After someone’s comment, public opinion had shifted in my favor.
I’d actually learned about this whole debate through Min-jae.
-Hyung, can I mention that your Subspace is physically immune?
He’d called out of the blue, so I asked why. After seeing the situation unfold, I told him not to mention it.
It wouldn’t hurt to say it, but people probably wouldn’t believe Min-jae unless he revealed his face on Hunter Net and verified it himself.
‘Besides, those who don’t believe are almost all anonymous anyway.’
While I understood their skepticism, Min-jae’s voice had been trembling with excitement.
Was he angry at seeing me disrespected? Feeling somewhat grateful, I told him to calm down.
[Dragon Guild ← How did they even join there??]
Moreover, by the time I finished reading the post, the conversation had already shifted to focus on our guild.
You could say the bait had been taken and the topic changed.
[I’m a 23-level B-Rank Healer with B-Rank healing skills—can I join the Dragon Guild??]
-B-Rank healers can’t join lol We just recruited an A-Rank Healer this time
┗Can B-Rank mages join?
┗Heard an A-Rank Mage joined?
┗Seriously;; Does that guild only recruit people with A-Rank skills?
┗For real, the second wave is a dream team lol
As I scrolled through Hunter Net, one comment caught my eye. It was from someone using the IP ‘211.234’.
We hadn’t given any external interviews, yet this person seemed to know our situation far too well.
-How does 211.234 know all this information?
┗It’s a secret
┗They’re (presumably) from the first wave so they’re an information broker. Since they confirmed what they caught, the baseless accusations disappeared
A person presumed to be from the first wave who knows our business well….
Could it be Seo Seung-yeon the sharpshooter?
It made sense that she’d have information since she’s Min-jae’s cousin.
However, Seo Seung-yeon’s usual image didn’t quite match her online persona on Hunter Net.
Or perhaps she was a fellow guild member. She could have heard about it secondhand.
-But did the second wave really have an A-Rank Healer? The one who went with you this time wasn’t a foreign hunter, was it? How come I never heard about it?
┗Right? I didn’t hear about it either;; I just assumed they requested cooperation from a foreign hunter association
┗lol If she’s a granddaughter of a conglomerate family, that’s why she’s not in the media
┗How do you know that?
A granddaughter of a conglomerate family?
I tilted my head in confusion and refreshed the comments to see new posts.
-(Deleted comment)
-(Deleted comment)
-(Deleted comment)
The comments about the A-Rank Healer in the second wave had vanished. I felt quite taken aback.
A conglomerate family? I never would have guessed.
But given the circumstances, Lee Shin-hee really did seem like a granddaughter of a conglomerate family.
I recalled how she’d hesitated before offering me the pendant. I’d wondered if she was unattached to items, but perhaps that wasn’t the case?
And now comments on Hunter Net were being deleted too.
Lee Shin-hee….
She was a frightening person, wasn’t she?

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