The 100th Regression of the Max-Level Player - Chapter 44

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The Maxed-Out Player’s 100th Return – Episode 44
44. Live Decently, Won’t You?
After parting ways with Ryu Min.
Ma Gyeong-rok remained seated, recalling the final words he had spoken.
—This much information should suffice to prove my abilities, shouldn’t it?
More than sufficient.
After all, information about the Fourth Round can’t be obtained anywhere else.
‘Of course, that’s assuming the information proves accurate.’
The Fourth Round details Ryu Min had shared were nothing short of astonishing.
‘Could such a tragedy truly unfold?’
If it were true, caution from the very beginning would be essential.
One couldn’t afford to neglect vigilance over one’s surroundings.
At that moment, An Sang-chul beside him suddenly bowed his head.
“My apologies, Director. I got carried away earlier and raised my voice without thinking….”
“It’s fine. Director An was only concerned for me, after all.”
“Then… if I may, I’d like to add one more thought?”
“Speak your mind without reservation.”
“To be honest, I find this Ryu Min fellow suspicious. Seeing the future? If someone possessed such an ability, they’d simply live comfortably on their own. Why help us?”
“He said he wants to grow together with our company. He probably wants to earn more money.”
“But why would he need to? With 280 billion won, that’s already more than enough to live lavishly for a lifetime without spending it all.”
“Perhaps it’s still insufficient for him. Human greed knows no bounds. If I had reliable information that would turn a profit, I’d invest immediately without hesitation.”
“Even so, relying solely on that man’s information is far too risky. I’m even doubtful such a powerful rune exists.”
“I agree with you on that point. However.”
Ma Gyeong-rok’s gaze shifted.
Like the piercing eyes of a hawk stalking its prey.
“If he truly is a prophet who can see the future, we must absolutely secure him as our ally. Think about it—if we could obtain information before each round and prepare accordingly, how invaluable would that be? The company’s growth would merely be a bonus in that process.”
“But we can’t be certain he’s a true prophet….”
“That much.”
Ma Gyeong-rok’s lips curved upward.
“We’ll find out soon enough, won’t we?”
* * *
On the way home.
Ryu Min’s steps were light.
Everything had proceeded exactly as planned.
‘Just like the previous cycle, I’ve piqued Ma Gyeong-rok’s interest.’
Though I hadn’t fully convinced him, there was no need for concern.
‘Once the Fourth Round concludes, he’ll be certain I’m a prophet.’
I hadn’t revealed the crucial information about Sub Quests.
I’d deliberately withheld details about how to rank in the top positions.
‘I’m too busy securing my own interests to share with others.’
Just that.
[Round 4 isn’t a Quest to hunt monsters—it’s a massacre between players.]
That’s all I told them.
I revealed only the shell, stripping away the substance entirely.
‘That much should be enough to prove I’m a prophet.’
A prophet?
It’s not wrong.
After dozens of returns, I can see into the future.
A Rune of Future Sight?
Such a Rune does exist.
But it’s not one that lets you see the distant future like Ryu Min suggested.
‘At best, it’s a Rune that shows only a few seconds ahead.’
Still, I can’t dismiss it entirely.
It’s on my essential Rune acquisition list.
‘I can only obtain it by Round 8. It’s too early now.’
Regardless, if the information I provided proves accurate, Ma Gyeong-rok won’t be able to doubt me.
‘Even though my home address has been exposed to Ma Gyeong-rok and An Sang-chul, and I’ve revealed myself as a prophet…’
I could be certain of one thing.
There was no danger.
They wouldn’t harm or threaten me or my sister.
‘Rather, they’ll treat me with utmost respect as a prophet and protect me. From Ma Gyeong-rok’s perspective, it’s far better to keep me as an ally than to make me an enemy.’
An ally who’s a prophet would be more reassuring than anyone.
‘So I should tell Min Ju-ri now? That I’m a prophet?’
Since I’ve committed to the prophet concept, I need to push it forward consistently.
There’s nothing to gain from hiding it.
If I tell her too late, it could damage her trust in me.
‘But I should keep the Black Scythe identity hidden.’
Revealing that I’m Black Scythe would create restrictions on my actions in the Other World.
‘My cruel nature might make me seem unlikable if I’m not careful.’
The Black Scythe’s identity must remain hidden.
But revealing the prophet identity is the right move.
That way, I can openly help Min Ju-ri by giving her information about the next round.
‘She’ll ask about my job eventually, so I might as well tell her now.’
It was sudden, but I called Min Ju-ri.
“Hey, Ju-ri.”
-What’s up? You’re calling me first?
“I have something to tell you. Can you spare some time? I’ll head to the Convenience Store.”
-Huh? R-right now?
“Yeah. How about we meet in an hour?”
-Oh, okay! See you then.
I made an appointment and hailed a taxi with a wave of my hand.
“GS24 Yeonhui Branch, please.”
“Yes! Please fasten your seatbelt, sir.”
As I gazed out the window, lost in thought, my phone rang.
I glanced at it, thinking it might be Min Ju-ri, but an unfamiliar number was displayed.
‘Ah, this number is….’
Had the time come for delivery already?
With that thought, I answered the call, and sure enough—
-Boss, hello! This is Choi Tae-guk, the supercar dealer! The supercar you’ve been waiting for has arrived in stock.
‘I wasn’t really waiting for it, though.’
Still, since I needed a car for various reasons, receiving it today was convenient.
-Should I arrange delivery right away? Where would be best for you?
‘What should I do? I need to meet Ju-ri now.’
Having him come to my home would take time.
But asking him to come to the convenience store felt awkward too.
It would draw attention, and the alley was too cramped.
“Can you come to Seodaemun-gu? I’ll send you the address by text.”
-Yes! I’ll head right over!
The moment I hung up, I sent the address and spoke to the driver.
“Driver, please take me to the Residential Area Near Fire Station in Seodaemun-gu instead of GS24 Yeonhui Branch.”
“Yes, sir!”
The place I mentioned was none other than my old home before the move—a shabby Multi-unit Residential Building.
‘There should be enough space to park a car there, so it should be fine.’
I should check if any mail has arrived while I’m at it.
* * *
“Stop here, please.”
“Understood, sir.”
I paid the taxi fare and stepped out.
Walking through the old alley to receive the car, I felt a strange nostalgia wash over me.
‘It’s only been two months since the move, yet it feels like ages ago.’
I had lived in a spacious apartment over 3,000 square feet surrounded by lush forest, and now I was visiting this shabby residential area.
The stark contrast between neighborhoods made me feel as though I’d returned to my hometown.
I walked leisurely while checking the text from the dealer.
‘He said he’d arrive in ten minutes, so I just need to wait a bit.’
I reached the front of my old house, thinking I’d check for any mail.
‘Hm?’
Unexpected figures were lingering near the house.
“Dad, look! It’s Ryu Min!”
“What? Min?”
Seeing the two people approaching me after spotting me, I furrowed my brow.
Relatives I never wanted to see again—people beneath my regard.
“It’s been a while, Min-ah. How have you been?”
“Uncle, what brings you here?”
At my cold response, the pathetic cousin beside him scowled.
“Hey, you bastard. Is that how you talk to our father? You should bow the moment you see us after all this time!”
“Why should I?”
“What?”
“When my parents passed away and my world collapsed, was Uncle there for me? Did he become my guardian and protect me? What favor did I receive from Uncle that I should bow? All he did was turn his back and pretend not to know!”
“You, you bastard!”
“Uncle, you remember too, don’t you? You were always asking my father to lend you money. But after he passed, you didn’t say a single word. Don’t you think that’s too much?”
“….”
My words struck like a blade, and both of them froze.
“Why do you both look like that? Did I say something wrong?”
“You, you’re asking to die! And why are you speaking informally to your older cousin?”
“Older cousin? He doesn’t even deserve the title.”
“What, you bastard…!”
“Both of you, stop!”
At Uncle’s command, I paused and reflected on myself.
‘Damn, I got emotional and lashed out without thinking.’
Was it because I had trusted Uncle so much?
Or was it because I felt this might be the last time I’d see them?
‘That wasn’t like me. I lost control.’
I quickly regained my composure.
Uncle cleared his throat and spoke.
“You’re right. I admit I was wrong. So I’m asking for just one thing.”
Rustle—
Uncle pulled a document from his bag.
“Sign here, agreeing to this.”
“What is this?”
“Don’t ask questions, kid. Just do as I say!”
The cousin beside him barked, but I ignored him.
Snap—
I snatched the document and examined it.
“Insurance payout consent form?”
I looked up at Uncle.
‘Ah, this bastard.’
I could see through his scheme entirely.
I had already read his true intentions.
“Let me explain what this is. You heard that your grandfather and grandmother passed away recently, didn’t you?”
“How could I have heard? No one even bothered to contact me.”
“Right, that’s how it is. Anyway, your Grandfather took out a death insurance policy, didn’t he? With your Grandmother designated as the beneficiary. But now that she’s passed away too, there’s no one to claim the insurance money, is there?”
“….”
“So I asked the Insurance Company, and fortunately, we relatives, as your Grandmother’s legal representatives, can claim it on her behalf. Including you.”
“….”
“However, we need the consent of all legal representatives to claim it, so I’d appreciate it if you’d sign here.”
‘So that’s why he was loitering in front of my home? To get the insurance money?’
Ryu Min, who had been listening quietly, let out a soft chuckle.
“What if I don’t consent? Then Uncle and the other relatives won’t be able to receive the insurance money, right?”
“Huh? Well, yes. Not just us, but you too….”
“Then I won’t consent.”
Uncle’s eyebrows twitched.
“Why?”
“Because I don’t want to see relatives who turned their backs on us getting their hands on the money.”
“Sigh… Min. Think carefully. This isn’t the time to be swayed by personal feelings. You’re an adult now. You’ll need money for many things, so shouldn’t you take your share of the insurance? You have a younger sibling too. How much longer are you going to live in this run-down place like this? Hm?”
“I can’t stand watching Uncle grovel just to get my consent.”
“Do you think I’m doing this just for myself? I’m being considerate so you can get even a single won….”
Rrrip—Tear—
Without further thought, Ryu Min tore up the consent form he was holding.
“What, what are you doing!”
“Since you wouldn’t understand with words, I showed you with action.”
“You ignorant bastard, taught nothing by your parents!”
It’s pathetic.
Uncle getting worked up over a mere piece of paper.
‘To think I once trusted and relied on such a money-grubber.’
As Ryu Min sighed,
“I knew it! Dad, see? This bastard won’t understand unless you use force?”
Cousin cracked his knuckles menacingly while glaring at Ryu Min.
“Kid, sign the consent form while I’m being nice about it?”
“Why? You gonna hit me? You confident?”
“Look at this guy? You’ve gotten quite cocky while I wasn’t looking? What, you think you’re a Player too?”
Cousin, who had been sneering mockingly, now growled with a menacing expression.
“Don’t get smart with me, kid. I see you managed to survive until the third round without dying early, but I’m on a different level than you?”
“What’s your level?”
“11, kid. I’ve already got a Class too.”
“11? Pfft.”
“You bastard, did you just laugh at me?”
Uncle grabbed his son’s shoulder just as he was about to rush forward.
“Wait a moment. Let me say something first before we settle this.”
Uncle looked at Ryu Min with a reproachful gaze.
“Sigh, Min. Why are you doing this? Why are you making things complicated over something that’s already in the past?”
“….”
“Is it money? Were you dissatisfied because I didn’t pay off your father’s debts?”
“….”
“Fine. Your father may no longer be in this world, but I’ll compensate you in some way. How much would it take? What amount would satisfy you? Let me hear it first and think it over….”
That’s when it happened.
Vroooom— vroooooom!
The roar of a loud engine drew the attention of all three.
What came into view was a supercar that had no place in such a shabby neighborhood.
“That, that’s a Lamborghini Aventador model, isn’t it?”
As the dream car he’d searched for countless times appeared before his eyes, my Cousin spoke with an excited voice.
“Damn, how envious. I wonder what kind of person drives something so expensive?”
“He’s right in front of you.”
As I, Ryu Min, blurted it out, my Cousin’s expression soured.
“What? You bastard.”
“Live decently if you want to be treated like an elder somewhere. And stop cursing too.”
After offering some parting wisdom, I looked toward my Uncle.
“Uncle, the same goes for you. Live decently. Don’t just chase money. Educate your children well too. Someday you’ll get stabbed in the back by them in exactly the same way.”
“Yes, I understand. I was wrong. So just come with me to the Insurance Company and agree that….”
“No, that’s enough. I can’t bear to listen anymore.”
“Where are you going! I haven’t finished my words yet…!”
My Uncle blinked his eyes mid-sentence.
And for good reason—I was already conversing with the driver who had stepped out of the supercar.
“What’s this? An acquaintance? Or a friend?”
Yet the driver bowed to me at a ninety-degree angle, which hardly suggested mere acquaintance or friendship.
He even handed over the car keys before vanishing.
“What? Wait, could it be….”
I settled naturally into the driver’s seat.
My Cousin’s pupils trembled back and forth as he watched.
My Uncle seemed bewildered, as if he hadn’t fully grasped the situation.
Vroooom—
I pulled the Lamborghini up in front of them both.
Whirrrrr—
I lowered the window and left them with one final piece of advice.
“You won’t live long anyway, so live decently. Understood?”
“….”
“….”
With those words.
Vrroooooooom—!!!
The Lamborghini roared as it tore out of the neighborhood.

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