Surviving as a Barbarian in the Game - Episode 377
377Hwa Treasure Hunter (5)
As soon as I put the ring on, I was momentarily taken aback by the flash of light..
I tasted it after checking the color..
‘It's yellow fire…….’
This color meant only one thing..
There is something around me right now that can have a positive or negative impact on my future..
“Erwen, what's around you??”
As soon as he lowered his voice and spoke, Erwen didn't even question him but focused on hearing..
and…….
“There's one of those people from earlier..”
“Since when has it been there??”
“I don't know but… Looking at it hiding in the dark, I guess it hasn't just arrived. Breathing is also stable.…….”
Erwen, who was speechless, continued speaking..
“Oh, we're having a conversation now. I think they are using a message stone. The number item has also been released. How long is left until it arrives?.”
Somehow, light came into the ring..
I think I even witnessed the capture of Laflammik.…….
“Looks like they left their scouts behind. Erwen, you stay focused on that side. We'll clear out the campground..”
“yes.”
After entrusting the guard to Erwen, I quickly packed my bags and prepared to leave..
However, they were one step faster than us..
“people arrived.”
“The numbers are?”
“A total of eighteen people. Oh, now we're discussing what to do with us..”
“Yes, that's right... … . What should I do??”
“I don't know I must have used magic because the sound was blocked from the middle. sorry…….”
“What is there to be sorry about? Anyway, you'll find out soon enough..”
In fact, as soon as those words were uttered, artificial light burst out from where they were hiding and brightly illuminated the surroundings..
“Hey, buddy! What was your name? I think I forgot to ask earlier..”
It's a shame to forget and not ask.
To a subject who didn't even say his name.
“Well, I don't think we're close enough to make it clear..”
“Haha, you seem to be a lot shyer than you look.?”
The guy spoke with a smile, but his eyes were cold. Also, from earlier, he was standing in a crooked position and had his hand on his waist..
Because that point is closest to the weapon on your waist..
“So the business is?”
“One of our men happened to see you catching Laflammik while on patrol..”
“It's quite a coincidence..”
“Isn’t that what happens in the world? Anyway, I'll just get to the point. Give me the loot you got this time..”
“why should i do that?”
“As I said, this area is our clan's territory. I think you agreed earlier too..”
“agreement?”
I snorted as soon as I heard it, but I actually understood their position..
They must have walked around this island every day and waited for La Flemimic to appear, but the explorers who stopped by briefly ate only the grain..
But, what should I do with this?.
“You wanted us to leave early in the morning, and all we agreed to do was agree to this.?”
Actually, I don't remember ever talking about loot..
“It's sophistry..”
“It's not sophistry, it's correct opinion..”
“…….”
Soon the guy tightened his jaw and a clicking sound came out..
I felt like I knew roughly how he felt..
Of course, you would have thought that such an agreement had been reached..
No, I never would have thought that a monster would come out of our side overnight..
“There are unwritten rules in the labyrinth. If you violate our rights, no one will blame us if we harm you..”
A very direct threat.
I stared at him as if asking if he was serious, and he also met my gaze without avoiding it..
“…….”
“…….”
An atmosphere where it would not be strange to take out a weapon from any side at any time..
gulp.
As the silence grew longer, the group behind him held their weapons tightly. As if they would immediately go on the offensive based on the answer that comes out of my mouth..
Of course, I wasn't the one who couldn't say that..
“I don't know about the unwritten rules..”
I continued firmly..
“Anyone who tries to take what is mine is a looter..”
“…You choose to shake hands..”
I shrugged my shoulders without even listening carefully..
“It's something I've heard often. Where do you think everyone is??”
“…….”
“But now things are a little clearer..”
Soon I gave my final notice..
“What are you doing? If you're going to attack, then attack, and if you're not going to attack, I think it's better to get out of the way..”
It was a completely different structure from our first meeting..
Earlier, as soon as I said I would leave early in the morning, he was belittling us and being rude..
But what about now??
Let's go out so strongly that it seems extreme, but we don't know what to do..
Well, I guess it felt uncomfortable..
You will never understand why they are so confident when their numbers are five times smaller..
‘Among them, there may be something about Erwen..’
I don't think they recognized Erwen yet..
However, it must have been reported to him that the fairy archer on our team killed Laflemimic with a single arrow..
You probably have a gut feeling that this isn't something you're talking about..
“…….”
However, it seemed difficult to make a decision, perhaps because he was in front of his clan members..
thus…….
“If you're having a hard time choosing, I'll help you.”
“……?”
“I understand that this means that if you are in front of me even after counting to three, you will attack me..”
“…what?”
He looked like he had heard something absurd, but his expression changed when I actually started counting..
“three.”
“……!”
“two.”
Instead of procrastinating, I counted the numbers faster than the actual time..
And, the moment you are about to shout out the last one.
“…There's no need to see meaningless blood.”
He raised the white flag.
***
“leader! Why did you leave there?!”
Ecksher Mellick, leader of the Huntsman Clan, frowned at his subordinate's shout. Then one of his confidants quickly came forward and spoke for him..
“Hunted Laflammik without a wizard. At least that fairy archer is a level 3 explorer. If you see them walking together, the other two will be similar..”
“Even if all three of us are level 3 explorers, we are far outnumbered.!”
“Remilton, have you ever fought a level 3 explorer? they are monsters.”
“But, there were no wizards either! Still, with our numbers, we could have won.!”
“Still, more than half of us would have died. Do you think that one number item is worth that much??”
“that…….”
The man who was the first to challenge the henchman's logic trailed off..
And then the real division began..
“However, if this becomes known, it will look ridiculous no matter where you go..”
“It hasn't happened yet, and even if it does, I think the manager's decision was right..”
“But who is that fairy? Killing La Flemimic in one go?…….”
“If it's a silver-haired woman... By any chance, isn't she that woman??”
“If that were true, we could have been in big trouble..”
“What do you mean after blood spirit? Did you all eat anything strange? Why is that crazy woman here? She's so crazy about war that she's probably cutting people up at this very moment..”
They rebut each other's opinions and their sharp voices grow louder. And naturally, factions divide among those who agree with each other..
It was that time.
“leader! They're getting off the island on a boat.!”
A subordinate who was scouting reported, and the members who were arguing and raising their voices all looked at one person..
A look filled with questions as to what to do now.
Ekshe Melik sighed so that no one could see..
‘Shit.’
Running a clan is like driving a ship.
Even when trials come, such as typhoons, waves, and lightning, the captain must show that he can overcome them..
so that…….
“Everyone, stop and pack your bags first..”
The man made a decision.
“Commander, what you are saying is…….”
“I'm going to chase them down.”
As a result, the expressions of the members of the radical faction brightened..
On the other hand, those who were demanding a moderate response expressed concerns..
“But their power is formidable.”
Three explorers estimated to be of average grade 3.
But the man wasn't too worried..
“I know your concerns. However, it might not be possible on land. There's no way we'll lose in a naval battle, right?.”
“Indeed, that is why you sent it to me so obediently.!”
Those belonging to the radical faction were impressed by the man's heart, and the opposing camp also seemed to agree to some extent..
That's how confident they were in naval battles..
However, was there still this question??
“still… Is it worth that much for just one number item??”
In response to a member's cautious question, Ecksher Mellick smiled and answered..
“It's definitely not profitable to have just one number item..”
“Those words are—.”
“But isn't that all they have??”
Huntsman Clan.
Although they are now trapped on islands like this and looking for treasure, they were once pirates roaming the 6th floor of the ocean..
hunting people and making money.
***
Early dawn as the day gradually dawns.
Sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo-!
A cool breeze hits the sails and pushes the boat forward..
Behind you, a cluster of stars shine in the dusky sky, and to the east, where the bow is located, you can vaguely feel the presence of the sun hidden behind the horizon..
It was a scene with some charm..
Unfortunately, I didn't have time to enjoy it..
“Man, the boat is following you. Three ships in total, no emblems or anything..”
As soon as I fell off the island, I was chased..
It was obvious who it was..
‘I didn't intend to just let it go from the beginning..’
For some reason, the situation ended so vainly that the yellow light came on..
Perhaps the reason they just sent it was aimed at this..
Since these guys are carrying three ships, they must be quite skilled in naval combat..
They must have decided that they could fight at a much greater advantage at sea..
Of course, one question remained..
‘But why is it yellow instead of red??’
If you're going to be attacked anyway, wouldn't it just be red??
What is positive in this situation??
Those worries were cut off midway when Amelia spoke..
“Schuitz, what are you going to do??”
“It must be hard to get rid of it?”
“maybe.”
Perhaps these ships have been given special boost in mobility, but the distance is actually narrowing even though they have activated their horsepower propulsion devices..
So, now we have only one option.
“Emily, stop adding magic stones because it’s a waste..”
“Are you planning to fight??”
“Is there any other way??”
Amelia gave no answer to my question..
Just let go of the rudder and fold the sails.
Soon, I helped Amelia fold the sails, and the speed of the boat, which was moving in the wind, decreased significantly..
and…….
Wow-!
Three ships approaching quickly through the current began to come into my sight. The most notable thing among them was the boat in the middle..
“…….”
A weight class that is likely to be three times our size..
It is equipped with magic cannons on the sides and front, and has as many as three sails..
Besides, where is that??
The bow is even equipped with an icebreaking device..
At this level, it may not be the level of a royal warship, but I think it will be at least 2 levels below.…….
“Schuitz, if they fire their guns, our ship will sink in no time..”
Amelia expressed concern at its overwhelming majesty..
I wasn't worried that I wouldn't understand.
It is certain that if a naval battle begins, a ship like this will be destroyed in no time..
but…….
Chureup.
I licked my lips and checked the traffic light ring..
The yellow light that appeared earlier has long since faded away..
But now I think I understand.
Why was the yellow light on instead of red?.
“My stomach… It looks so big and sturdy..”
Monsters aren't the only ones spitting out treasure in the labyrinth..
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