The Return of the Genius Ranker of All Times - Chapter 120

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Episode 120

Chapter 120.

Lord Lvebed.

One of the Twelve Strongest, the essence of the Laire Order of Knights, a legend among paladins.

A legendary knight commander who holds all sorts of glorious titles. The legendary figure who is said to have split a tsunami with a single sword is now right before my eyes.

Slurp.

“Hmm? Is the tea not to your taste?”

“…No, it’s not that.”

And he’s leisurely drinking tea while saying this, no less.

The story of how Dohyun came to drink tea with Lord Lvebed in an office with just the two of them was simple.

When everyone was offering reverence, saying that a hero chosen by the goddess had appeared.

Lvebed, who had arrived just then, spotted Dohyun and invited him to his office, saying he wanted the two of them to have a chat.

‘He’s quite skilled, my lord. His presence is extraordinary.’

‘Dangerous aura… Be careful, Owner.’

‘Risa risa…’

‘Yeah, I know too.’

Of course, it wasn’t really just the two of them having time together.

Due to the Guardian’s characteristic of teleporting when the Owner moves to a different field, he had no choice but to bring them along.

-I am my lord’s heart and sword. I absolutely cannot let my lord go alone!

And Charlie’s firm opposition also played a part.

Lord Lvebed coolly accepted this.

“You are the second outsider to set foot in this space.”

“I see.”

“A hero who received the goddess’s revelation… Even though I’ve lived for quite some time, I’m secretly envious that you received something I never have.”

“…”

“That’s a joke. The reason I invited you is to express my gratitude, so I hope you won’t be tense.”

The reason Lord Lvebed had invited Dohyun in the first place was not for interrogation but to express his thanks.

Seeing Lord Lvebed chuckle, Dohyun nodded.

‘So this is that Lord Lvebed. Even his nameplate looks menacing.’

Is this what pitch-black blood red looks like?

A red color closer to black than dark red was filling the nameplate.

Even though he was just leisurely drinking tea, he overflowed with dignity, and the aura he gave off was extraordinary. Dohyun’s gaze unconsciously turned to the side.

‘Hmm!’

He saw Charlie standing with his arms crossed and a stern, solemn face.

His wide-open eyes were intensely conveying the message not to even think about doing anything foolish.

‘…Our Charlie was a reaction bot though.’

They’re both knight commanders, so how can the presence they give off be so different?

Perhaps because of their first meeting, even that serious expression just looked like a reaction to him.

‘Kyeureuk!’

‘Risa!’

Jihad and Eliza standing beside him with their arms crossed energetically probably contributed to this as well.

…I’m pretty sure those two didn’t get along before.

‘Well, it’s good if they get along.’

Though he wondered if this could be called getting along, it was better than their first meeting when they fought like sworn enemies.

This is why they say you need to go through crises together to become close.

As he chuckled and exchanged small talk, before he knew it, the empty part of the teacup had become larger.

And around that time, Lord Lvebed brought up the main topic.

“Thinking about it, there was an opportunity. The day he returned from the Forest of Darkness, I thought it was just severe stress that was the problem… Who knew that would become the root of disaster. It’s all my oversight. Isn’t that right.”

“…”

It was a question, but it wasn’t really a question.

Lvebed, smiling bitterly, had already reached his conclusion.

It was regret.

Regret for having lightly dismissed an opportunity that might have allowed early suppression, when he was the only one who could have suppressed it.

He regretted having neglected someone who was his loyal subordinate, colleague, and friend.

At this, Charlie’s expression noticeably softened, as if asking when he had ever been wary.

‘Hmm. That’s when it’s most dangerous. Everything must seem like his own fault. I hope that fellow endures well.’

‘Risa risa.’

Charlie, who was now even showing sympathy, expressed concern, but Lord Lvebed was a very strong knight.

Having quickly composed his emotions, he returned to his original stoic expression.

Then he continued speaking in a voice colder than anyone’s.

“He who was consumed by the Abyss could also be called a victim… but what he did cannot be forgiven.”

His disposition regarding Taksinel was clear.

Not only would there be no memorial service, but he wouldn’t be inducted into the Hall of Honor either, and all his crimes would be spread throughout the world and carved into the history books.

This was the worst dishonor a knight could receive.

‘…He’s a strong person.’

Lord Lvebed was not weak enough to be consumed by personal emotions and make poor rational judgments.

He was truly a model knight, strong in both mind and body.

“Jerdic… such a talented young fellow left us so regrettably. Too many. Far too many victims were created…”

Lord Lvebed, who had been speaking in a bitter voice while raising his head, looked directly into Dohyun’s eyes.

“I heard that the evidence that fellow was holding was of great help. Is that correct?”

“That’s correct.”

“That fellow… lived for revenge, but in the end he achieved his goal before leaving. His heart must feel somewhat relieved.”

Lord Lvebed, who had been chuckling, suddenly stood up from his seat.

Then Lord Lvebed bowed his head.

“Thank you so much, hero who received the goddess’s revelation. You took my place. Without you, countless casualties would have occurred.”

Lord Lvebed, speaking while bowing his head, was expressing sincere gratitude.

Dohyun couldn’t help but be a little surprised by this.

‘This is unexpected.’

Lord Lvebed’s official position was directly under the Gildeti Caretaker, but in reality it wasn’t like that.

Lvebed’s symbolism as Brion’s symbol and sword was absolute.

The fact that Brion could make a name for itself as a Holy Empire, and that even kings of other nations couldn’t treat it carelessly, was all possible because of Lvebed’s existence.

He never expected someone in such a high position to even bow his head.

“I don’t particularly like hollow gratitude. There’s nothing more meaningless than that.”

Moreover, he didn’t stop at just expressing thanks.

“Take this.”

“This is…?”

Dohyun tilted his head as he received the small plaque being handed to him.

It was similar to the plaque with a blue peacock feather drawn on it that Jerdic had extorted from Taksinel before his death.

The difference was that instead of a blue peacock feather, a red phoenix feather was drawn on it…

His question was quickly resolved.

“If you ever need help… as long as it doesn’t go against a knight’s honor, I’ll help with anything. When that time comes, I’ll move personally. I promise this on my honor as Lvebed.”

[The favorability of ‘Lord Lvebed’, commander of the Laire Order of Knights, increases dramatically.]

[The effect of the title ‘Max Favorability from the Start?’ activates. Favorability increases even more greatly.]

[You have become Lord Lvebed’s benefactor.]

[Conditions have been met.]

[You acquire the ‘Red Phoenix Feather Plaque’.]

[Red Phoenix Feather Plaque]

-Grade: Hero

-Description: Lord Lvebed, the great commander of the Laire Order of Knights.

A specially crafted plaque with a red phoenix feather symbolizing him drawn on it, with only seven ever made. It will prove your close relationship with him.

‘Whoa?’

…It seems like I’ve gained some incredible connections.

* * *

Godose isn’t made up of only players.

Like other RPGs, NPCs who could be called residents of the other world form civilizations, maintain the world, and give quests.

Godose was no different in that regard.

In the case of Godose with its advanced AI, it was even more so, certainly not less.

Because of this, guilds often placed importance on relationships with NPCs.

Since NPCs generally existed above players, becoming friendly with powerful or influential NPCs could bring various benefits.

Among these, there were cases where people obtained hidden classes by becoming an NPC’s disciple.

But…

‘There probably isn’t a single person who’s Lord Lvebed’s benefactor.’

Even at this point when countless information had been released, I’d never seen a guild or player who had become Lvebed’s benefactor.

Was it because Lvebed wasn’t worth investing in?

There was no way someone who was one of the Twelve Strongest and even performed an event scene splitting a tsunami in front of players had no value.

The reason there were no players with close relationships to Lvebed was simple.

‘His personality is damn strict.’

Lord Lvebed, a thorough principlist, never became unnecessarily close with outsiders, and naturally never gave benefits either.

‘Unconditional help from such a Lord Lvebed…’

In a way, wouldn’t this be a reward above legendary grade?

Depending on how it was utilized, the effects would vary tremendously.

‘Let’s save it for now.’

The so-called holding strategy.

I planned to endure until a truly necessary situation arose and extract the maximum benefit.

-Hmm! He was a man with more substance than I thought.

-The tea tasted good too.

-Risa risa!

Charlie was satisfied with how he sincerely expressed the gratitude he should, Jihad was pleased that he was given tea too, and Eliza was just happy that everyone was pleased.

Each satisfied for their own reasons.

After this unprecedented event in Godose history of having Lord Lvebed, one of the Twelve Strongest, as a connection ended, Gamillion was waiting to greet us as we came out of the office.

“You’ve come, Successor.”

“Ah, Gamillion. Were you waiting?”

“Yes. Of course.”

“But where are the other clerics? It’s quite quiet.”

Compared to the commotion I expected, there wasn’t a single cleric visible around.

I wondered if Lord Lvebed had considerately sent them away, but that wasn’t it.

“They’re all preparing for Count Jerdic’s memorial service. They’re also handling the aftermath of this incident, so they’ll probably be busy for a while.”

“Ah.”

Dohyun nodded.

Since we’d become somewhat close, I thought about greeting them before leaving, but it seemed better to let them focus on the memorial.

If I interfered in this situation, it would be uncomfortable for everyone.

Perhaps sensing this, Gamillion spoke with a pleased expression.

“You’ll be departing for the next city now.”

“Well… yes.”

“I cannot follow immediately, but I’ll come find you once matters here are settled. Please forgive this inadequate servant.”

“Hm? Servant? You, Gamillion?”

“Yes. Since you’re a descendant of the king, naturally I who serve you am a servant.”

Ah, Kashiyar had been a king of a small nation.

Perhaps because he was such a rascal-like fellow, he lacked dignity and I’d momentarily forgotten.

In any case, Gamillion’s words continued.

“The next city is Sargis. A place also called the city of night, or the city of outlaws. A fragment of fate is there. This time it’s not rumors or information we’ve obtained, but certain content.”

“If it’s that certain, hasn’t someone already taken it?”

“That’s impossible.”

Gamillion shook his head.

“No. The third fragment of fate is being guarded by the lord of that place. For a very long time, generation after generation.”

“…Is that possible?”

“He probably doesn’t know it’s a fragment of fate either. I’m confident no one knows. Even if they knew, it’s not something that could be stolen.”

At Gamillion’s unusually confident appearance, Dohyun became increasingly puzzled.

No matter what, he wondered if that made sense.

“You’ll understand when you see it directly.”

Gamillion only showed a meaningful smile toward such Dohyun.

Seeing that expression, it seemed he absolutely wouldn’t tell me in advance.

Ding-

[Main Quest ‘Third Fragment of Fate (1)’ has occurred.]

[Third Fragment of Fate (1)]

-Grade: Main Quest, Class Quest

-Description: The city of night, Sargis. The third fragment of fate sleeps there. Obtain clues about the fragment of fate.

-Quest Success: Links to connected Quest ‘Third Fragment (2)’.

-Quest Failure: Failure to obtain the third fragment of fate.

-Time Limit: None.

There was no additional information written in the quest either.

Dohyun shrugged as he closed the quest window.

‘Well, I’ll find out when I go.’

As Gamillion said, I’d find out when I went to Sargis.

There was no need to think anxiously about it.

The main quest wasn’t something competing players had, but a quest only I monopolized.

[Advanced Skill Draw Ticket]

‘Even Mount Geumgang comes after a meal. Should I try drawing cards before going?’

More important than that was the hero-grade skill I could get right now!

It was when Dohyun was looking at his inventory with an excited heart.

Ding-

[You have used all your connection time limit.]

[Forced logout in 5 seconds. Please move to a safe location.]

“…”

It seemed that moment would have to be postponed until tomorrow.

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