Dungeon Hunter Chapter 146:
Chapter 146: Roy, Rose (2)
Near Seoul . 50 Awakened searched around with resolute determination . The slightest negligence was dangerous so they couldn’t breathe easily .
A place that had been a huge city one year ago was already in ruins . Skulls were scattered all over the place as crows cried out . The cracked asphalt roads, abandoned cars and broken windows . . .
It was a place with no life . Only the sounds of death could be heard .
“Stop . ”
The Awakened in the front raised a hand . The 50 people simultaneously stopped .
The captain was called Jin Woo-ram . His team was scouting around Seoul for a mission .
Jin Woo-ram confirmed the footprints on the ground and spoke .
"Four days ago, massive creatures started moving in this direction . The footprints of trolls and a few ogres seem to be mixed together . In the east to west direction . The estimated number is 500 . ”
Gulp!
All of the team members were nervous .
There were only 50 Awakened here .
However, there were 500 intermediate trolls and advanced ogres . No matter how many elites were gathered here, it was impossible to defeat so many creatures . It would just be a massacre .
"Do you intend to follow?”
One of the team members asked .
It was reckless . Common sense made it clear that following the footprints was too dangerous .
But Jin Woo-ram ignored their words .
"Hundreds of Awakened are being raised as food . Among them are the main members of each guild . If we lost them all then there is no future for South Korea . ”
"But . . . the behaviour of the creatures has become strange since a few days ago . They have become very violent . ”
That’s right . The reason was unknown but the creatures had lost their senses a few days ago . They ran wild and smashed everything . Even birds couldn’t escape being wiped out .
Jin Woo-ram knew all this . However, he was still confident until the end .
"10 days ago, the drone reconnaissance confirmed that they are alive . Abandoning the survivors . . . if you leave then never show up in front of me again . ”
Jin Woo-ram’s words caused silence . No one wanted to say anything .
They confirmed that hundreds of Awakened were alive but 10 days had already passed .
10 days! They could have been killed in that time .
The creatures had gone wild so they couldn’t confirm how many were still alive . To be honest, few of the members were very hopeful . They were convinced that all the captured people were already dead .
Nevertheless, Jin Woo-ram didn’t give up hope . If hundreds of Awakened were alive then there was hope that the situation could be overturned . There was a low probability . The lives of the 50 people here were also at risk .
"There are a number of airborne creatures so we need to move as carefully as possible . ”
Jin Woo-ram went ahead first .
The ruined Seoul . . . the 50 people moved to find the slightest bit of hope .
Before long, the target location was found .
Jin Woo-ram and the team spread prepared troll faeces all over their bodies .
The stench penetrated their noses but they didn’t care . This act was skillfully carried out like they were accustomed to it .
A pair of Awakened with detection and stealth skills went on patrol .
"There is a tunnel 500 metres from here . We can avoid the creatures and verify the situation . ”
Jin Woo-ram was extremely prudent as a leader . He wanted to save the survivors but he needed to confirm it first . He couldn’t move recklessly .
If those gathered here were wiped out . . . the bad situation in South Korea would get worse .
The scouting members spread out as much as possible . They were to closely watch the movements of the creatures in order to be prepared .
Kkuruk .
Kuooooh .
The trolls drooled and looked around blindly . It made them extremely anxious . Fearsome teeth were revealed .
The ogres didn’t hide their desire to kill . One wrong move would turn the members into victims . Just imagining it was terrible .
'There are approximately 500 trolls and three ogres . ’
Jin Woo-ram’s mind was complicated .
The number of South Korean talents being held was approximately 30,000 . 500 was a small number but the number of Awakened moving around South Korea was limited .
The five large guilds in the past were almost in decline . Communication was cut off and the survivors were besieged by sudden raids . It was no different from the entire guild system collapsing .
-Survivors have been found . There are 200 people alive . Their conditions are very poor .
Soon the radio went off .
200 survivors!
Jin Woo-ram gripped his fists tightly .
'If we can rescue them safely . . . ’
There could be a reversal . It could form a basis for driving the creatures out of the collapsed Seoul .
However, he was temporarily off guard due to that joy .
Kieeeek!
A few wyverns in the air found him and cried out loud .
Although they were covered with the troll faeces, their bodies weren’t hidden . Once confirmed with the naked eye, they were humans again and the targets of the creatures .
Gruruk .
Grruk?
The trolls turned their heads .
Kung! Kuwuong!
The ogres also moved their massive bodies .
“Damn!”
Jin Woo-ram spat out with disgust .
The wyverns were a problem . They blocked the rear so three team members had already died .
The situation was the worst . They would surely be wiped out .
Therefore, Jin Woo-ram and the team members chose to struggle .
“Let’s show them the power of humans!”
If they were going to die then they would take as many creatures with them as possible .
The humans couldn’t be looked down on . Although their numbers were small, all the Awakened here were quite influential . They would let these creatures know that humans weren’t just food . The dignity of humankind wouldn’t be trampled on by the creatures .
Everyone had the idea of taking at least half down with them .
And the sword-wielding Jin Woo-ram shouted into the radio .
"We will be the bait to buy some time . Help the survivors escape!”
They would fight to the death .
It was okay if they died . The world had changed and their precious people had already died . There was nothing to lose so they would have no regrets about being buried in the ground . Most of the Awakened gathered here felt this way .
So . . . they hoped the survivors would be rescued while they died .
They hoped . It was a small sacrifice .
Chwack!
Skin was torn with their swords . Blood was spilled . The team members were desperate .
-Captain!
"Don’t dawdle!”
A desperate voice flowed from the radio . Jin Woo-ram couldn’t afford to talk .
He was enclosed on all sides . Team members prayed as they died .
‘Dear God! Look down on us . I don’t mind dying so please! Please!’
"Kuaaaak!"
Screams from the members could be heard every moment .
The group of 50 was cut in half in an instant . They couldn’t drag out the time . If they hung in there a little bit more then morale would rise .
Jin Woo-ram cut down a troll and shouted .
“We are humans! We . . . are strong!”
10 minutes .
No, it wasn’t even five minutes!
There was a clear possibility the survivors could get out alive if they lasted that long . Those sent to scout were all strong . The ones who hid their bodies came out .
Kueeeh!
But . . . the ogres joined forces and it became more difficult .
Kwaduk!
Kung!
They were being stepped on . It was impractical to think about the dignity of humans .
The end? It was only up to here .
Jin Woo-ram bit his lip .
Everyone slowly gave up hope .
Chwaaaak!
A knight in silver armour ran among the creatures . His long lance was swung and killed dozens of trolls at once .
Hwaruruk!
Black fire hit the creatures and burned them down .
The survivors, including Jin Woo-ran, naturally turned their gazes in that direction .
At the same time, their eyes widened .
Black flames and huge wings . A person wearing a skull mask and black armour . An overwhelming presence could be felt just by looking at him .
Grrr . . .
The creatures also hesitated as they felt something .
The silver knight ran like the wind and quickly cut down the creatures . It took no more than 10 minutes to wipe out the 500 creatures .
Everyone was at a loss for words .
After the situation was wrapped up, Rose opened her mouth .
"How is it? Do you see Rose’s skills? Roy just watched . ”
She moved M3 alone . I briefly recalled the scene of M3 fighting .
"There are too many unnecessary tricks . ”
Rose pouted .
"Queen-nim praised me . . . as expected, Master is too picky! I'll try harder . "
Still, her attitude of not giving up was commendable . She didn’t seem like a child and this might be due to Chrisley’s influence . She was properly trained .
After killing all the enemies, M3 made its way over . Behind it, the 20 Awakened were just staring blankly .
"Who is the representative?”
“M . . . me . ”
A bear-like man came out .
I immediately looked with Mind’s Eye .
| Name: Kim Woo-ram | |||
| Occupation | Hero (Warrior) | Title |
* Take Charge (R, Strength +4) * Early Stage Master Fighter (U, Strength and Stamina +3) |
| Stats | |||
| Strength | 62 (+7) | Intelligence | 55 |
| Agility | 49 | Stamina | 57 (+3) |
| Magic Power | 52 | ||
| Potential: (275+10/368)
Uniqueness: None Skill: Warrior’s Will (U), Sensory Activation (R), Identify Weakness (Ex, U) |
|||
This was a good level for a human . The levels of the other Awakened were similar as well .
I spoke to Jin Woo-ram who was awkwardly standing there .
“There are other Awakened not far away . Their attack?”
“Ah . . . !”
Jin Woo-ram realized the important fact and pulled out his radio .
"All the creatures have been dealt with . Join us . ”
-That . . . are you serious?
"There was external assistance . ”
-I understand . We will immediately depart .
After a short radio conversation, Jin Woo-ram turned towards me .
"Thank you so much for saving us . I am a member of the Mithril Guild, Jin Woo-ram . ”
It was familiar . I frowned and asked .
“The top five guilds?”
"That's right . Although now we are mere scraps . . . of course, everyone gathered here doesn’t belong to the Mithril Guild . ”
I knew a few points . It was because Gaparam’s book contained some details mentioned . But this was the first time I had seen a living Awakened in South Korea .
"Are you moving to rescue the survivors? I didn’t think this type of force still remained . ”
“We have a base in Yongin . That . . . do you mind if I ask who you are?”
“A hunter . ”
“Huh?”
Jin Woo-ram and his team showed signs of alarm .
However, I was reluctant to admit that I was the leader of the ‘Devil Hunters’ raid group when I was accompanied by dark elves . Things were occurring different from my previous life so there was a possibility of Pandemonium using the humans .
Maybe the fact that I was the Devil Hunters’ captain had already been identified . It would be different in my past life but Okullos had already broken the taboo .
‘There is nothing wrong with being careful . ’
It was hard to see ahead .
The stereotypes needed to be boldly broken down .
I cleaned up my thoughts and murmured .
"I have no intention of harming you . ”
"I'm sorry . If you don’t reveal it properly then I can’t easily believe you . Besides, the identities of the two dark elves beside you are very suspicious . . . thank you for saving us, but we can’t let our guard down . ”
Jin Woo-ram explained with restless eyes .
It was like I expected .
On the other hand, Rose exploded .
"Queen-nim’s words are correct . Humans really are stupid . Why do they doubt Master who saved them? I would have killed them already if I wanted to . ”
"Stay still . "
" . . . Yes . "
Rose’s cheeks reddened .
Roy just fidgeted and looked between Rose and I . Both of them were cute like Yihi, but now wasn’t the time to appreciate it .
“I am going to the south . I will be getting rid of any creatures I meet along the way . You can follow me or go your own way . ”
I turned around after saying that .
Rose poked her tongue out at the humans before following behind me .
“ . . . Captain-nim . ”
“Shit . ”
Jin Woo-ram frowned as one of his team members spoke .
After the 200 survivors joined them, the group would have to lead them back to Yongin . If they encountered any creatures while heading to the south then there could be massive amounts of victims .
Jin Woo-ram glanced at the surviving Awakened .
They couldn’t even rebel properly and were almost wiped out by 500 creatures .
It was difficult to think of that person as a human . He had never heard of dark elves following a human before .
Should they follow the mystery man or try to head to the south with their own strength?
After a moment of thinking, Jin Woo-ram made a decision .
“Follow!”
They had no choice .