The Return of the Genius Ranker of All Times - Chapter 152

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Chapter 152

Episode 152.

Dumbfounded voices erupted simultaneously from all directions.

It was a rare spectacle that was hard to witness. After looking around at each other with blank faces and whispering for a moment.

It was when the guards were tilting their heads, wondering what this sudden situation was about.

“Th-this is impossible!”

“What did I just see?”

“Crazy…!”

Starting with shocked screams that began from somewhere.

“6,014 points? 6,014 points??”

“No, does this score even make sense? Am I seeing things right now? Hey, hit me.”

“What do you have to do to get this score? Does this make sense!?”

“This is insane, really fucking insane. Wow! Wow!!!”

“Kaiser, is he really a god?”

“Kaiser punch! Kaiser punch! Kaiser punch! Kaiser punch! Kaiser punch!”

As if the brief silence had been the eye of a storm.

Cheers incomparable to before erupted from all directions. And rightfully so, as it was such an unbelievable score.

Taking first place? That was naturally expected.

He was the first to meet the Lord and even proudly cleared the Outlaw Challenge.

“Is reaching S Rank the issue right now? How is the score in the 6,000s!?”

“No, there was controversy when the Empress first hit four digits, but this is… It’s so absurd I’m speechless.”

“What’s there to be speechless about? A god did godly things!”

“What’s the Kashin Church website address?”

However, isn’t this score going too far even for him!

An overwhelming figure that reached six times that of the renowned top rankers?

And that was compared to the Empress, who was called a one-person legion – the gap with others was even more severe.

“Is catching an Outlaw worth this much?”

“Maybe it’s because he met the Lord? But would these two things make such a huge difference…?”

“Of course the difference would be huge, wouldn’t it? There are two firsts??”

Naturally, controversy erupted and the players’ movements became busy.

“Spread the article quickly! Quickly!!”

“What are you doing not moving fast! It doesn’t have to be exclusive, just upload it as quickly as possible!”

Look at the scouts and journalists going crazy. Hehe.”

“It’s not just the journalists that are the problem right now. The news is spreading in the guilds and the websites are in chaos too. Everything’s being turned upside down.”

“Damn… I was envious of those who saw Kaiser in Brion, but now I’m getting this in return. I’m really glad I didn’t graduate from Sargis.”

“No, when is Kaiser actually coming out? I’m craning my neck waiting!”

It was truly an unprecedented incident where journalists were shocked, scouts were flipped out, and all players were astounded.

It was when the players, whose expectations for Kaiser who had caused this tremendous event had grown to the maximum, were craning their necks looking only at the castle.

“Huh? Hey, look over there!”

“Someone’s coming out!”

“Is it Kaiser? Is it Kaiser!?”

Someone appeared on the second floor terrace.

Only a silhouette was barely visible in the gentle moonlight, not clearly visible, but it was a male figure.

However, the players could tell that he was not Kaiser.

“Blond?”

“Who is that? It’s not Kaiser, right? That’s not dark armor.”

There wasn’t a single player here who didn’t know the characteristics of Kaiser, the hottest topic.

That’s why it was even more puzzling.

If it wasn’t Kaiser, who was coming out of the castle?

Other than Kaiser, the only people who would boldly show themselves on the second floor would be high-ranking NPCs or the Lord…

“Huh?”

“…Could it be?”

It was when the players’ expressions gradually became strange.

-Everyone, it’s nice to meet you.

The man on the second floor opened his mouth.

Perhaps borrowing the power of an item, his voice came through very clearly despite not being very loud.

It was probably also thanks to everyone closing their mouths and listening intently with hopeful thoughts.

The blond man who was looking down at them with satisfaction continued speaking.

-Disciples, residents of the city, and even the knights and guards who protect the city’s safety. You were all faces I wanted to see.

Clear eyes and voice.

However, there was somehow longing and bitterness contained within them.

Finally, one player who couldn’t contain their curiosity shouted.

“Wh-who are you!!”

Was everyone thinking the same thing this time?

Players and NPCs alike just looked up at the man without anyone complaining. Everyone waited for the man to open his mouth for several seconds.

-Ah, my introduction is late.

After several seconds that felt too long, the blond man who opened his mouth paused for a beat.

Then he came forward a bit more and looked everyone over carefully.

A body so thin it was gaunt and a young appearance.

“Huh?”

“A boy…?”

Looking at them who were startled by his more youthful appearance than expected, the blond boy, Jei Ruddell, spoke.

-I’ll introduce myself formally. I am Jei Ruddell, the Lord of this place.

“…”

“…”

One second. And two seconds.

Silence lingered, then cheers like thunder erupted.

“Waaahhhhh!!!”

“The Lord has appeared!!”

“Everyone turn on your videos quickly! Take photos at least, hurry!”

“Th-that person is the Lord…!”

“Then that person is the son of Lord Jad Ruddell!”

The Lord of Sargis Iron Fortress who had been shrouded in mystery.

It was Jei Ruddell’s spectacular entrance.

* * *

Waaahhhhhhh–!!!!

Hearing the cheers echoing from outside the castle, Dohyun chuckled.

“He’s doing well.”

-That kid is growing up to be an adult like this too. Somehow it feels refreshing. My brother should have seen this.

Jin Ruddell, who was scratching his head awkwardly, had a smile spreading across his lips.

Meeting his eyes, he continued speaking quietly.

-I was always worried. I wanted that kid to live freely the life he wanted to live, but it wasn’t his destiny.

“…”

-So I thought. I would tie down those greedy old men who would suppress Jei’s freedom. Then at least he would live as a Lord but not as a puppet. Well, I couldn’t even finish that and became a ghost instead.

Jin Ruddell’s eyes grew heavy as he spoke with a chuckle.

Looking at him with a rarely serious face, he bowed deeply.

-I’m truly grateful. So very much. I’ve received far too many favors.

“…It’s nothing.”

-No. I know that these words of gratitude are endlessly insufficient. If only I weren’t a ghost, I’d want to do something for you… If there ever comes a moment when you need my help, I will definitely help you. I swear on my name.

Though I wondered if there would ever be a day to receive help from a ghost, I decided to nod.

His trembling voice was far too sincere to ignore.

Feeling awkward about this heavy atmosphere, Dohyun changed the subject.

“Will you stay by the Lord’s side now?”

Jin Ruddell shook his head.

-That was a lie.

“…What?”

-I can no longer find peace or remain in the mortal realm. That strange energy has disappeared.

“Then…”

-What choice do I have? I’ll have to make a place for myself in the underworld.

“…”

Jin Ruddell looked relieved as he said this.

-That boy is healthy now, and I’ve passed on the corruption evidence I stole… no, collected. Now they can clean up those rotten waters. I even got to see that child-like boy give a magnificent speech – isn’t this true peace? If I still had regrets after this, I’d just be selfish.

Jin Ruddell speaking this way truly seemed to have no lingering attachments.

Jin Ruddell grinned with complete satisfaction.

-Once again, thank you so much, Hero.

That was his final appearance.

[The negative energy remaining here is disappearing.]

Now his permitted time had truly ended and he vanished.

Looking at his empty space, Charlie spoke up.

-Despite his exterior, he was a man with a very warm heart.

-Sob sob… That’s right… Why is he being so sad? I’m crying and snotting all over today, really.

-Risa Risa…

Starting with that, Jihad and Eliza wiped away tears.

It was a reaction befitting such emotional creatures.

Watching Eliza hug Jihad and sniffle as if she’d never been upset, Dohyun chuckled and checked his remaining time.

[Remaining Time: 00:20:01]

’20 minutes… That’s awkward.’

Too short to quit now, but somewhat tight to do anything substantial.

It was time suitable for spare activities.

And what to do at times like this was obviously this.

‘Then should I try some card pulling?’

It was time to use the Advanced Skill Draw Ticket he’d obtained from completing this quest.

However, there was one problem…

‘Going out now would be awkward.’

It was difficult to go find a lucky spot since Jei Ruddell was still giving his speech.

If he left now, all the attention would be drawn to him.

He couldn’t ruin Jei Ruddell’s first speech as Lord.

But it was fine!

‘Hehe.’

Because he didn’t need to go find a lucky spot.

There had been a legendary saying passed down in the Godddong Gacha Gallery from before.

-If a lucky spot is land that receives good energy! Wouldn’t a true lucky spot be a sacred place no one can approach!

Those words resonated with countless gacha people and gained sympathy.

They soon began searching for places that could become lucky spots.

There were several places selected this way, and one of them was inside Sargis Castle.

-Gacha people, think about it.

-A place no one has set foot in for a year and six months. How moving would it be to do the first card pull there?

-Maybe… Maybe a legendary grade might come out…!?

Of course, it was complete nonsense.

The idea that gacha results depend on location was ridiculous to begin with – would good things really come out from pulling at unproven probability locations?

But even so, countless gacha gallery users had been waiting for that moment.

The reason was simple.

‘Because that’s romance.’

That was the ultimate dream for gacha gallery users!

Now, that brilliant moment had been given to Dohyun.

‘I’ve been waiting for this moment.’

Ordinary people who weren’t excellent gacha people couldn’t imagine how excited Dohyun was when he received the draw ticket.

Seeing his half-rolled eyes, Jihad asked in genuine surprise.

-My goodness, there are so many people like our Owner… Are humans originally like that, Charlie?

-Risa…

-Hmm… Um…

This time Charlie avoided answering, unable to shield him or agree.

Unaware of Charlie’s struggles to protect humanity’s dignity, Dohyun was busy tearing the draw ticket with swelling anticipation.

[Using Advanced Skill Draw Ticket.]

Flash-

Then ten cards rose up, emitting brilliant light.

In this always exciting moment, Dohyun’s shining eyes saw another message.

[Eye of Truth activates.]

Simultaneously, he saw colors that shouldn’t be visible.

Soon Dohyun’s eyes widened.

‘Three cards…!’

There were three whole yellow cards.

The same number as at Laire Grand Temple when he had the dragon dream revelation!

Moreover, this time there were 6 silver cards with only one brown card.

Truly amazing odds!

‘Ah… I believe.’

Indeed, the Gacha Gallery legend was true.

Reaching out with ecstatic eyes, Dohyun suddenly hesitated.

‘…Not the middle one.’

Hadn’t he been burned badly once before?

Learning from experience, Dohyun shifted his hand.

After brief consideration, he selected the right card, and the skill card flipped over with brilliant yellow light.

[You have acquired Hero Skill ‘Ice Current ‘.]

“Huh?”

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