Overgeared Chapter 530:
Chapter 530
“What benefits will be received from winning the competition?”
“We will be able to exclusively deliver battle gear to the lord for a year . We will also be featured in the recommendation to tourists and will earn a huge amount of revenue as a result . ”
Pangea was twice as big as Reidan, the second largest city in the Eternal Kingdom . Unlike Reidan, it was constantly full and had a high floating population . The smithy that won this competition could indeed amass a large amount of wealth . They would be honored as the best blacksmiths of Pangea, so winning the blacksmith competition was the dream of all blacksmiths in Pangea . But that wasn’t White’s only purpose .
“And . . . We become qualified to enter the dungeon of the lord’s castle . ”
“The dungeon of the lord’s castle?”
In fact, there were castles that contained dungeons . Chris’ territory was an example . Chris was famous for having a vampire boss that appeared in his castle’s underground dungeon and accumulating elixirs . As it happened, Grid’s territories didn’t have a private dungeon .
‘I heard that a castle’s dungeon is also a good place to collect rare items . . . ’
Lauel’s strengthening Overgeared plan included the occupation of all such castles on the West Continent and monopolizing the dungeons .
‘It isn’t feasible . ’
Grid’s eyes recovered from their greed . At the same time, they sharpened .
"What’s in Pangea’s dungeon?”
“Armored needle . . . ”
“Armored needle?”
“The enemy who murdered my father, the monster that produces the ‘Silver Thread’ that all blacksmiths dream about . ”
'Thread made of silver?’
The silver thread sounded ordinary . But if it was simple silver thread, the blacksmiths of Pangea wouldn’t dream about obtaining it .
"It isn’t like normal silver thread?”
"It is silver thread obtained by the silver armor worn by the armored needles melting from their rotten blood . This silver thread is hardened by this process, repeating for many years . It’s said to never break and exerts mysterious effects . ”
“Your father being killed by the armored needles . . . ”
"It’s as you expect . My father won the competition several years ago, entered the dungeon to obtain the silver thread, and was killed by an armored needle . ”
White’s father got into trouble when he entered the dungeon with the lord’s troops who regularly entered the dungeon . White was afraid that he would step on the same path as his father, but he was angrier and greedier than he was fearful .
“I will surely recreate the Red Phoenix Bow, win the competition, gain access to the dungeon, and gain resources from the lord . I will sweep away the armored needles and use the silver thread to make the White Hammer Smithy the best smithy . That was my father’s dream . ”
“ . . . Hrmm . ”
Grid’s eyes changed once again as he looked at White . There was warmth in his eyes . Based on the humanitarian ideology of Pagma’s Descendant, Blacksmith’s Affection was expressed .
‘A blacksmith with dreams looks good . ’
It was at that moment .
Ttiring~
[A quest has been created . ]
[Win the Smithy Competition!]
Difficulty: SSS
You are the successor of Pagma’s techniques and will! You have Pagma’s humanitarian ideology of using ‘blacksmithing to benefit other people . ’
You are impressed with White, who is trying to make the White Hammer smithy the best smithy in Pangea for his father . Help White win the smithy competition!
The moment that the White Hammer smithy is crowned the best smithy in Pangea, you will have an absolute ally in Pangea .
Quest Clear Conditions: A unique or higher rated Restored Red Phoenix Bow .
Quest Reward: White’s affinity will be MAX . The lord’s affinity will rise by 30~80 points . Different compensation will be obtained depending on your affinity with the lord . The right to enter the dungeon of Pangea’s castle . Your level will rise by one .
Quest Failure: Affinity with White will decline . Your reputation in Pangea will drop .
‘Good . ’
Grid’s desire to participate in the competition grew . He had a reason and would even receive compensation, so there was no reason for Grid to refuse .
[Would you like to accept the quest?]
There were only two options in the notification window . YES or NO . Grid chose YES without hesitation .
“Now, Grid . ”
White responded after the quest was accepted .
"In fact, I’m not confident about handling the white phosphorus wood properly . I am able to get better firepower than before thanks to it, but I can’t completely control it . But as a legendary woodcutter, don’t you also specialize in firewood? That . . . I’m asking despite the shame . Will you participate in this competition as a member of my smithy?”
" . . . ”
A legendary blacksmith was mistaken for a woodcutter? Grid was embarrassed because the development was different than what he expected, but he nodded .
“I understand . I will help you . ”
“Ohh . . . ! Ohh! Thank you! I really appreciate it!”
Of course, the legendary blacksmith was also good with the bellows . It wasn’t difficult for Grid to handle fire .
‘I just need to participate in the competition, no matter the manner . ’
Once the competition began .
‘I will take the lead . ’
***
“Umm . ”
Han Seokbong . He was the descendant of a fallen noble family and had a poor childhood . But thanks to his wise mother, he was able to become a civil servant and rise in the ranks . Han Seokbong was appointed to help the king of the Cho Kingdom . It was said that the policies developed by Han Seokbong made the Cho Kingdom strong .
He was the genius who was appointed as lord of Pangea at the age of 50 . The hero who raised his family name, a role model to the common people, and a national treasure, he had been troubled in recent years . It was because of the loss of Pangea’s treasure, the Red Phoenix Bow .
"In the end, the yangbans of the Hwan Kingdom moved!”
The four treasures that contained the power of a **** .
The Blue Dragon Dao in the eastern Kaya Kingdom . The White Tiger Spear in the western Pa Kingdom . The Red Phoenix Bow in the southern Cho Kingdom . The Black Tortoise Jewel in the northern Xing Kingdom .
The Hwan Kingdom gave these four treasures to each kingdom and ordered them to protect them well . Now the Cho Kingdom had lost the Red Phoenix Bow . It was when Han Seokbong was the lord of Pangea .
'The yangban said they would give me half a year . . . ’
If he couldn’t regain the Red Phoenix Bow in half a year, Han Seokbong’s safety wasn’t the only problem . The Cho Kingdom had a lot of exchanges with the Hwan Kingdom, so it was likely the Hwan Kingdom would place severe restrictions for a few years . It was a situation where the status of the kingdom would plummet and become paralyzed .
“Hah!”
Han Seokbong felt resentment . Three years ago, an unidentified evil daoist priest invaded Pangea and stole the Red Phoenix Bow . Why did the Cho Kingdom have to be driven to a corner? ‘If the Cho Kingdom is weakened, the northern Xing will obtain the greatest profit . . . However, it was unlikely that Xing would’ve caused this incident since they knew the importance of the four divine treasures . ’
Maybe the enemy was within . There were only a few candidates who would benefit if the power of the Cho King weakened .
'Seok Hyungong . ’
The king’s younger brother .
'But he isn’t bold and his support base is weak . ’
In the worst case . . .
‘Maybe someone knew the meaning of the Red Phoenix Bow and desired it . . . ’
In this case, they might also go after the Blue Dragon Dao, the White Tiger Spear, and the Black Tortoise Jewel . It was dangerous . The entire continent might fall into chaos .
‘No, this isn’t an issue I should worry about now . '
If the situation became serious, then the people of the Hwan Kingdom would come to solve it . Perhaps .
‘I just need to concentrate on regaining the Red Phoenix Bow . ’
But he didn’t know where the Red Phoenix Bow was . Due to the monster community in the north, communication with the outside was limited . It was more realistic to create a new treasure that would replace the Red Phoenix Bow, so Han Seokbong placed hope in the blacksmiths of Pangea .
“Please . . . I hope you will recreate the Red Phoenix Bow this year . ”
A tombstone made of white jade . The voice of an old woman entered his ears as he looked at the place where the Red Phoenix Bow would’ve been .
“Your face is becoming more anxious the more days that pass . Won’t it be more toxic if you feel meaningless anxiety?”
“Mother!”
Han Seokbong grasped the owner of the voice and rose from his seat . He was worried for his mother, who was 80 years old . She shouldn’t be coming all the way down here .
"Your knees will be sore if you keep going up and down the stairs . ”
Han Seokbong ran to his mother, helping her up as she handed him a writing brush .
“Your mother is still fine, so don’t be worried . Don’t forget that you must always be calm . Train your mind and body . Sigh . ”
Han Seokbong’s mother blew out the candles placed around the white jade tombstone . Then she sat down in the darkened room .
"From now on, I will slice some rice cakes, so calm yourself . ”
“Yes . . . ! I understand, Mother!”
His mother had always been by his side since childhood . She appeared whenever he was feeling confused and anxious .
‘Once I start writing things down, my head always clears and my mind calms down . ’
Han Seokbong smiled cheerfully and started doing calligraphy . Writing in darkness was a new development . It was natural for the handwriting to be poor .
“Ahat!”
Han Seokbong’s mother cut her finger while slicing the rice cake . It was something that frequently happened and it was just a small cut .
***
"Hey! Who is this? Isn’t it the dark White from the White Hammer smithy?”
An hour before the competition . A guest came to the White Hammer blacksmiths who were gathering the materials to be used in this competition . It was the owner of the Blue Flames smithy, Enoch .
“The White Hammer smithy has been disgraced for the last three years and it won’t be able to win again this year . Are you enjoying your last bit of fun?”
Enoch was someone with a kind and comforting appearance . But his tone and words were nasty .
"Your father would be sad . The White Hammer smithy will soon be destroyed because a blacksmith who can’t handle fire was made the successor . "
" . . . ”
Enoch talked about White’s dead father . White was furious . But he tried to be patient and not show his anger . In the end, Enoch’s words weren’t wrong . If he became angry now, wouldn’t that make Enoch laugh even more?
‘I feel sorry for my father . ’
White was guilty of being a bad son .
Kkuok!
Blood flowed as White formed a tight fist .
“A blacksmith should cherish his hands . ”
Grid stepped forward from where he had been watching the situation . He took out a bandage he used when he was a beginning and handed it to White, before speaking to Enoch .
"Are you good at handling fire?”
Enoch thought it was ridiculous .
“What’s this? I’ve never seen you before? A newbie like you dares to interrupt a conversation between adults? Is this your concept?”
“What adult? There’s only a 10 year difference between us . ”
“Hah, the level of the White Hammer smithy is really low . I don’t like this type of rudeness . Tsk tsk, really . All the talented people are gathering in my smithy . Well, this year’s winner is obvious . Let’s celebrate in advance . Puhahat . ”
‘What a funny guy . ’
Going to another waiting room just to argue? A complete gangster . Grid disliked this type of person .
"I’ll have to beat you first . ”
A woodcutter made an absurd remark about beating the master of the Blue Flames smithy . White didn’t hear it . He was trying to swallow his anger .