The Returned Hunter Has Awakened to a Hidden Class - Chapter 119

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Chapter 119

Back to Hell

“Mmm~ this smell of Hell.”

A musty and desolate smell.

The smell of Hell.

Strangely, Kim Jun feels more comfortable in Hell.

That familiar and nostalgic stench.

“Have I really become a demon?”

“That’s right! The master is already a demon!”

The reason Kim Jun had returned to hell was simple.

It’s because there’s nothing to do.

I decided to give my colleagues vacation time as promised.

Park Minsu said he was going to Thebes’ [Bongnam Gym] to do some metalwork after taking a long break from it.

And sword training on top of that.

I need to match the compatibility between my newly acquired hidden class, Holy Knight, and the “Judgment Sword Victorious.”

Ryu Jia, seemingly inspired by something, said she would enter the magic tower to begin serious magical training with Adeline.

He said he wants to maximize his magic even further.

Lee Seo-yeon said she was going down to the lower floors to help hunters who hadn’t yet made it up to the 25th floor, Artemis, as she always did.

He said he would provide any support he could offer.

Han Suin didn’t have much to say about it.

‘Soo-in will handle it well on her own, as always.’

Then Kim Jun couldn’t stop either.

I need to get stronger as soon as possible so I can destroy this damn tower.

Moreover, cooperation with Lucifer had already been promised.

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[Contract of the Abyss]

– This contract is an eternal and immutable agreement entered into between the following two parties.

– Party A (Lucifer, Ruler of Hell) and Party B (Kim Jun, human) hereby agree to the following terms.

[Article 1] Purpose

Gap and Eul cooperate with each other to eliminate the absolute being that exists on the 100th floor.

This is an inevitable contract for the future of those who belong to the Tower and the future of the human world.

[Article 2] Obligations of Party B

Eul promises to use all of his abilities to become strong.

Party B promises to make full use of all the power and resources provided by Party A.

Party B promises to do their best to achieve the purpose of this contract.

[Article 3] Obligations of Party A

Party A provides all necessary support for Party B’s growth.

A promises to pass on a portion of their power to B.

[Article 4] Mutual Trust

Party A and Party B are not hostile toward each other.

Party A and Party B do not harm each other’s interests.

Party A and Party B come together for the purpose of this contract.

[Article 5] Role Change After Reaching the 99th Floor of Hell

The moment Party B reaches the 99th floor of hell, Party A shall completely transfer the throne of the great demon king of hell to Party B.

Thus, Eul officially acquires the position of Hell’s new ruler and archfiend.

The moment Eul ascends to the throne, an ancient contract called the “Covenant of the Seven Demons” is automatically activated.

Through this, Eul is able to place not only Hell’s direct demon soldiers, but also all independent demons existing in Hell under his command.

[Article 6] Party A’s Ground Activities

After B inherits the throne of the Great Demon, A is freed from all obligations of hell.

Party A promises to immediately ascend to the surface and directly support Party B’s conquest of the 100th floor.

A protects B’s companions on the ground and provides all necessary support throughout the tower conquest process.

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[Article 9] Penalties for Breach of Contract and Perpetuity of Contract

Those who intentionally violate this contract shall be subject to the following penalties.

The violator’s soul becomes eternally bound to the other party.

The violator’s will is placed under the control of the other party.

This contract remains in effect until the moment the Absolute Being of the 100th floor is eliminated.

All subsequent commitments and obligations may be redefined by new agreements.

This is an eternal, immortal curse that persists even after death.

– Signatories: Lucifer, Kim Jun

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There was no turning back now.

A contract on the soul level.

A fate intertwined so that neither could betray the other.

That was the “Abyssal Contract.”

Lucifer could never ignore this contract, and neither could Kim Jun.

However, to unleash the true power of this contract, one condition had to be met.

He had to conquer all 99 floors of Hell and take Lucifer’s place.

When that time came, all of Lucifer’s infernal authority would be transferred to Kim Jun.

And since he had been promised support for conquering the Surface.

“Let’s work hard going down.”

“Good! Today too, slaughter and massacre!”

Kim Jun had currently awakened to the hidden class ‘Dragon Blood Diablo.’

One who received dragon’s blood, one who possessed demonic energy.

That was the essence of this profession.

But it was still insufficient.

Because the most important thing was missing.

[Skill: “Gate of Hell”]

[Skill Grade: EX]

[Effect: A gate that can only be opened by one who has ascended to Hell’s throne.

Can summon all demonic legions of Hell.

Summon limit: Unlimited

Summon condition: 30% of caster’s health]

“Gate of Hell.”

In Kim Jun’s current class, the skill that could be called the ultimate technique.

The ultimate ability to freely summon all demons of Hell.

But to obtain this, he had to enhance the SSS-grade skill “Diablo” to EX grade.

It would be a very long process.

But there was a method Lucifer had told him about.

If he reached the 100th Floor of Hell, he would be granted the qualification to become a Grand Demon.

The moment he accepted that qualification, all demon-attribute skills would naturally be promoted to EX grade.

“Infernal Dragon Breath,” “Diabolic Override,” and “Dragon Domination” too.

And even “Diablo.”

Everything would be elevated by one level.

‘If I just had this skill…’

Kim Jun had seen Belphegor’s Legion of 6,666 with his own eyes.

That scene back then.

On the 25th Floor, at the Throne of Sloth.

When Belphegor was driven into a desperate situation and activated “Gate of Hell.”

The sky splits open.

A black gate opens.

And what pours out from within.

Countless demons.

Eyes glowing in the darkness.

Bodies of different forms.

Massive ones, small ones.

Flying ones, crawling ones.

The spectacle when they all poured out at once.

Though they were enemies to be defeated.

The sight of so many demons appearing simultaneously.

Was magnificent enough to leave one spellbound.

As if Hell itself had risen to the surface.

That feeling like a black tide washing over.

If he could command such a massive demonic legion.

Gulp-

Just imagining it sent shivers through his entire body.

If all the demons of Hell moved according to his will.

The speed of conquest would dramatically increase.

His entire combat style would completely change.

“By the way, can’t Belphegor use that skill now that he’s my summon?”

It was a skill he could originally use, but he hadn’t used it once since becoming a summon.

Perhaps he had lost his original power when he became a summon.

As if he had been listening to Kim Jun’s words.

Slither-

Belphegor rises from the shadows.

“No, I can use it.”

“You can use it?”

It was a surprising answer.

Since he hadn’t used it until now, he thought he could never use it again.

Or perhaps he couldn’t use it because he was demoted to a summon…

“Of course. That’s my authority, and you…master didn’t take my Throne. Even though I became a summon, I’m still a Grand Demon…”

Belphegor’s words were awkward.

The word ‘master’ didn’t come naturally from his mouth.

As if it was being cut on his tongue.

But in truth, Belphegor didn’t dislike calling him this word.

It was just subtle.

When he saw Kim Jun’s Kaiser Doppelganger on the 25th Floor.

That moment when he shouted to bow before that overwhelming power.

Belphegor truly acknowledged Kim Jun.

As his master.

Because he had found someone truly worthy of worship.

But at the same time, it meant setting aside his pride as a Grand Demon.

So the word ‘master’ was necessary, but also unfamiliar.

“Call me comfortably. I think of you as a friend.”

“…Friend?”

Belphegor repeated Kim Jun’s words in surprise.

For a former Grand Demon to receive the word ‘friend’.

It was unfamiliar at first, but thinking about it, it wasn’t bad.

“Yes, friend.”

“…Understood.”

Whatever the title, it didn’t matter.

What was the big deal.

“Anyway. Then why don’t you use it? You could fight more powerfully, couldn’t you?”

“「Gate of Hell」 brings great backlash. And you…destroyed my army.”

The fierce battle on the 25th Floor came to mind.

Belphegor had abandoned his fat body and transformed into a nimble form, but even that wasn’t enough.

Eventually, he brought out his ultimate means.

The massive Demonic Legion of six thousand six hundred sixty-six.

The tremendous army that appeared in such numbers.

But Kim Jun didn’t hesitate.

He entered「Yeonje」and swept his hand without hesitation.

A massive explosion of fire.

That enormous legion turned to ash in one blow.

In an instant.

“So you can never use it again?”

“That’s not it.”

Belphegor shook his head as he answered.

“Because demons never truly die. At least not in this damn tower.”

Just like field monsters that respawn and reappear after time passes.

It meant that Belphegor’s legion was also slowly, steadily recovering.

Of course, it would take a long time to regain their original numbers.

“How much have you recovered now?”

At Kim Jun’s question, Belphegor thinks for a moment.

As if calculating the current status of his legion.

“Fifteen hundred legions.”

Fifteen hundred legions.

It didn’t match the original Legion of 6,666, but it was still an enormous number.

“Then, let’s use at least that much.”

“?!”

Belphegor reacted.

As if he had received an unexpected proposal.

Roughly three million Demon Soldiers.

If Andras and Belphegor, the Grand Demons, joined the fight as well.

At least until the 59th floor, he wouldn’t need to step forward and fight himself.

The Demonic Legions would roam each floor and hunt on their own.

He would just need to stand back with his hands behind his back and gain experience and resources without doing anything.

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[Article 7] Attitude toward Party B’s companions and humans

Party B’s companions (Park Min-soo, Ryu Ji-a, Lee Seo-yeon, Han Su-in) shall be treated equally to Party B.

Party A promises not to harm or interfere with Party B’s companions.

For all humans that Party B does not consider hostile, demons directly under Party A promise not to cause unnecessary harm.

Demons directly under Party A promise not to attack humans recklessly without Party B’s instructions.

[Article 8] Irreversible oath regarding the Absolute

Party B shall not allow any emotions toward the being on the 100th Floor.

Party B swears not to feel sympathy for the being on the 100th Floor, nor to feel pity.

Party B does not hesitate to die in order to kill the being on the 100th Floor.

Regarding Party B’s resolve, Party A makes the same oath.

Party A promises to stand together for the elimination of the Absolute until Party B’s final moment.

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This is an eternal and immortal curse that continues even after death.

– Signatures: Lucifer, Kim Jun

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