SSS-Class Suicide Hunter

1.

The static flowed.

The only sensitivity between the messenger and me was silence. The Demon King's Reward. Floor 99. I've read the Demon King's Reward several times. I keep hearing it in my head, sending it to the 99th floor at once.

- It's a trap.

The messenger said as if he was trying to cut me off.

- It's a trap, zombie. Don't be fooled.

I know. Of course it's a trap. Of course. ’

I muttered in my heart.

It was obvious that the Demon King's reward was a trap.

Because.

‘There's no way the plague hasn't picked out the Demon King's reward based on these choices. ’

because there's a precedent for being a great psychopath, a salt drinker.

‘The plague must have chosen the Demon King's reward. Because he's gonna react to killing other hunters. And he was playing around on the 40th floor, not the 99th floor. That means · · · ·. ’

I tried my best to think calmly.

‘The Demon King's reward is a trap. Perhaps the plague first chose the Demon King's reward, then came back knowing it was a trap. I don't know exactly what the trap is, but... ’

But...

‘· · · Honestly, I'm jealous. ’

My heart thumped.

‘You have a chance to unlock the skill of the 99th floor boss monster. This.'

Even though the Demon King's reward was just a trap, the goat and I were crucially different. Unlike the best, I didn't have to defeat the boss monsters.

Just get beaten to death by the boss.

‘The 99th floor boss would be the most powerful except the 100th floor boss · ·. ’

If you're not greedy, you're lying.

"The 99th floor."

How long will it take to get to the 99th floor in a normal way?

One year? Five years? Ten years?

I didn't know it would take much longer than that. It took me 10 years to get to the 40th floor of a salt truck that shut up and killed like a psychopath. That's it.

Do it all at once.

- Confucius.

The messenger stares at you.

- Don't do that.

It was a voice I would never hear.

The messenger was seriously looking at my face.

- Look at me, I'm a sword. He went up to the 99th floor alone and failed. I'm telling you, this is a trap. It's a disgusting trap.

“ · · · · · ·. ”

- It's hard to kill all the top 10 rankers with your skills right now. Even if you kill them all, it's a problem. You can never break through the walls of the 99th floor, no matter how hard you try. Give it up neatly.

I was silent.

He's the only one who's broken through the 99 floors in this tower. In the messenger's words, Steel-like persuasion was alive and well.

The 99th floor boss monster is that strong? ’

The messenger frowns.

- Nothing.

"Yes?"

There are no boss monsters on the 9th floor. But something much worse. Slurp. Shit. Suddenly it reminds me of the old days. It's a trap, after all!

The messenger turns around and sits down. Like a weepy little kid who can't eat candy. I was a little embarrassed.

No, what the hell are you waiting for on the 99th floor? I've never seen you like this before. What, are they waiting for something to drink instead of a monster? ’

- Hmph, they won't tell me!

You're wrong.

It wasn't a kid. It was a real kid.

- I hate to admit it, zombie Kim, but you're doing great. Do as you've always done. Then you can clear the 99th floor on your own.

“Hmm.”

I was troubled. You touched the hilt of a dagger with its waist dancing. It owes you more than 4,000 deaths. It was a dagger that was wielded when you killed the runner. It was just a cheap dagger, but I felt a little calm when I touched it.

"Great."

I've decided.

‘This round, discard. ’

The messenger snarls his ear.

- Throw it away?

‘Yes, I'm going to choose the safest route. It's profitable, it's rewarding, it's all there. We just need to figure out how things work. ’

- Profit, reward and all. · · What, so you don't get your goddess reward? You don't have to do that.

It's okay. It's a retreat for progress. ’

The sooner we get back, the better.

I slowly opened my mouth.

“Gentlemen."

Hunters in the throne room turned to me.

“Right now I have a stage 11 reward floating around. ”

“Really? That's great. ”

The witch reacts first. Maybe it's because I haven't seen [Goddess's Reward] and [Demon King's Reward] yet. The witch was expressionless as usual.

“I was about to get bored waiting for a quest. If you choose a reward first, we will also choose our ranks. Take your time choosing.”

“Yes, my mind is already made up. ”

I declare in front of the top rankers.

“I don't choose any reward. ”

Silence settles in the throne room. Then the Inquisitor and the Serpent, who were playing with their trump cards, looked at me. 3 seconds. 2 seconds. 1 second. After a short pause, the witch finally frowns.

“What?"

It's too late.

[No stage reward selected.]

[You will not be able to select special classes.]

[If you forfeit the reward, you can only select roles after the 13th floor.]

[Are you sure you're okay?]

I answered with an unwavering will.

“Yes, that Hunter Kim doesn't choose any reward. ”

Pa!

The open window shatters the mountain. Not only that, I heard the holy voice and the gloomy voice in my head.

[Goddess of Protection questions your choice.]

[The Fall Rain Demon King giggles.]

Hunters are dumbstruck.

“Gong-ja Kim? What are you doing right now? ”

“Hmm.”

Then the sword narrows its eyes. An experienced eye peers through the air. I was number one on the 11th floor, and swordsmanship was number two on the 11th floor, respectively. Now my next move is to read [Goddess's Reward] and [Demon King's Reward].

“· · · Of course. I see. You chose the safest option. ”

The sword looked at me.

“But is there even a need to give up the reward? Young man, this may be just my frustration, but I'm afraid I'm going to sit down while I try to stay safe. ”

“Thank you for your concern. But I don't regret it. ”

“Hmm. I'm glad you don't regret it, but · · ·. ”

The old man wept. The other hunters were puzzled to watch the conversation between us. He didn't understand what he was talking about at all.

“· · No. ”

The sword shakes its head.

“As expected, giving up the reward is too peaceful a gesture. I'm sorry, young man. I will choose the reward of the goddess. And let's choose [Knight Captain of the Aikim Empire]. ”

Yuck!

It was the moment the sword made its decision. The gate of the throne room was opened. A horde of knights swoops in. Fancy silver armor. The knights come before the old man and kneel down on one knee.

“I pledge allegiance to the rarest sword in the empire! ”

“Oh.”

I looked down at the knights as if the sword was interesting.

“This is how the roles are determined. ”

“Hmm? Aha? Really?"

After the Sword, I was a heretic interrogator. Stage Attack Rank is 3rd. The Inquisitor tilted his head and said, "Ah!” I groaned. It was only by now that I knew everything that had happened.

“I see. I see! Aha. It's like a mafia game. ”

Of course, with the exception of me and the Swordsman and the Inquisitor, the other hunters were still confused. The witch frowns.

“· · · I have no idea what you're talking about. ”

“Don't worry! We'll let you know right away!”

The Inquisitor opens his hands. Square. Square. On the smooth marble floor, letters began to burn. The Inquisitor wrote on marble with errors on his fingertips.

“Let's all see! ”

Hunters swarm in and look down at the ground.

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[Goddess of Protection]

Description: The goddess who guards the Aikim Empire is impressed by your dedication! The goddess has decided to entrust you with an important position in the Empire.

•

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Hunters rumble.

“What?"

“The 99th floor? True story? · · ·? ”

I didn't respond until I read the goddess's reward. However, after reaching the Demon King's reward, the guild leaders changed their faces. It was noticeably shaken.

Especially when the witch's face darkens.

“This is · · · · ·. ”

“Yep! It's like a mafia game! Let's call those who have chosen the reward of the goddess [warrior] for their convenience, and those who have chosen the reward of the Demon King [traitor]. ”

The Inquisitor smiled brightly.

“But there's a crucial difference. [Traitor] is much more disadvantageous than the Mafia! There are 9 [Warriors], but only 1 [Traitor]. Besides, we have our Deputy Vigilante Chief! ”

The Inquisitor pointed to the paladin.

The paladin looks down at the marble floor with his grave face.

“Think! The X.O. has the [Lie Detector] skill. Ah-ha-ha. It's kind of like a cop playing a mafia game. Even if one of them chooses the Demon King's reward, that's fine! The X.O. will soon find out who the traitor is! ”

“Hmm · · · ·. You're right."

The paladin slowly raises his head.

“As long as you believe me. ”

“After all, this is a great game for [warriors]! Kim Gong-ja Hunter. It's a bit much for you to give up your reward! ”

The Inquisitor repaired his hat.

“You just broke through the 11th floor and won't get any reward. Well, that's hard for me to imagine. With all due respect for your determination, I choose [General of the Aikim Empire]! ”

Yuck.

The gate of the throne room was reopened. General NPCs swoop in with a red cape. The generals stopped in front of the Inquisitor and saluted vigorously.

“Loyal to the highest banner in the empire! ”

“Ah, excellent. I really appreciate it! ”

General NPCs were plotted behind the Inquisitor.

This was the crystal blow.

“Tsk. I hate brainstorytelling. So choosing a reward is a benefit, right? Then I'll choose the SS Commander. ”

And the viper.

“Then I will choose the Foreign Secretary. You look the most okay. ”

Paladins.

“· · I'll take care of [Chancellor]. Please, don't choose the Demon King's reward. If no one chooses, this reward will self-destruct. It's the wisest way to let it disappear. Keep in mind.”

And witches.

“Don't worry. Hmm. Well, I'm certainly [Treasury Secretary]. ”

And the Earl.

The rest of the Hunters have chosen a reward.

Suddenly, the egg reality was full of NPCs. Ravenous. Behind the swords of the knight commander, there are more knights. Behind the witches, there are a line of gatekeepers.

- Wow.

Only one place in the spacious throne room.

There was no one behind me.

- You're the only one who didn't get paid. You gonna be okay, zombie? No matter how hard you throw this away, isn't it a little harsh for Mane?

"No."

I was sure.

Maybe it was my instinct as a hunter.

‘This is the right answer. ’

When to run to the prey and bite it.

When should we give up our prey and retreat?

I...

[Compensation settlement will end.]

I felt it was time to step back.

[All top attackers have been selected.]

[Kim Gong-ja, Sword Saint, Inquisitor, Serpent, Paladin, Witch, Earl · · ·.]

My voice rang in the throne room.

Hunters quietly exchange their gazes whenever they are called.

[Reward giver, 1 person.]

People looked at me. I am the only one who has said that he has given up his reward. The voice was like testifying that I had no benefits.

Hunters made a look for a while and said, "You really don't get rewarded."

[The Goddess's Rewardee, 8 People.]

Soon, his face hardened.

[Demon King's Rewardee, 1 Person.]

Hunters stare at each other.

[Total of 10.]

[All top attackers have been selected.]

[Reminder:]

There was silence.

[Reward giver, 1 person.]

[The Goddess's Rewardee, 8 People.]

[Demon King's Rewardee, 1 Person.]

[All top attackers have been selected.]

Long silence.

[Good luck to you all.]

2.

Da-da.

The first thing to break the silence was the sound of someone chewing their teeth.

“Fool! ”

The leader of the Black Dragon Guild. The second ranked hunter. It was a witch.

“I told you! Never choose the Demon King's reward. And yet · · · being stupid! ”

Living off the witch. I didn't have the usual expression on my face. Hate. contempt. Anger. With a frowning, distorted face, the witch glances at the throne.

“Not at all. I don't speak for fools. Yes! I declare myself master of the Black Dragon here. Dare, I don't know who betrayed us yet, but I will give him the most painful death yet. ”

“Hmm. Amazing. ”

The Inquisitor strokes his chin.

“This game is overwhelmingly disadvantageous to traitors. Yet I chose the Demon King's reward · · ·. As the Black Dragonist has said, what a foolish choice! Aha! Of course, it's inhumane in that it's stupid! ”

“Ahh · · ·. Shit.”

The viper scratches his back.

“Ah, I see. I get it. This atmosphere. This air. That's how it feels when you hit the top. His back and neck are so fucking hard. A few people are going to die today. ”

“Exactly. It feels like the 5th Guild when I was a teenager. ”

The Earl pays his debts. A relaxing tone. However, your gaze flickers beyond the debt like a fierce beast.

“Many died in those days. Killed a lot of them, didn't they? ”

“Shut up! Everybody be quiet. This isn't the time to get wet with old stories. ”

The witch's face twists.

“Paladin!”

“Hmm."

“Interrogate everyone with the [lie detector] now. Every last one of them! If anyone does not answer or evade the paladin's question, I will kill him right here and now! ”

Everyone knew it wasn't empty. The witch lost her life, and life flowed like a raven on error. Black color. An error of color. It was the color that cursed all the light in the world.

“I don't have to say it. ”

The paladin nods quietly.

“First, let's start by stating that I'm not a traitor. ”

And the paladin takes a step back.

The first thing she approached was me.

The paladin stands before me.

“Hunter Kim. ”

“Yes.”

“You have renounced your reward. You are not on the dragon ship. They may not even need to be examined. Nevertheless, may I ask, have you chosen the Demon King's reward? ”

“No.”

The throne room was silent.

All Hunters have been watching us.

With a few seconds of silence, the paladin nods.

“It's the truth."

There was a sigh of relief everywhere.

The paladin is relentless and strides toward the next opponent.

Duck.

There was marble on the floor of the throne room. Every time the paladin steps on the floor, his poisonous footsteps ring loudly. We followed her footsteps with our eyes.

“Sword.”

“Speak.”

“Have you chosen the Demon King's reward? ”

The swordsman crosses his arms.

“In all my honor. Absolutely not.”

“It's the truth."

Duck.

“Inquisitor.”

“Yes! Ask me anything! ”

“You're the one who chose the Demon King's reward. ”

“I'm sorry.”

The Inquisitor smiles as no one opens his mouth. The laughter bounces off the marble floor, slipping on the armor of knights and generals.

“Not me! I don't want to die from the Black Dragon Juju yet! ”

“It's the truth."

Duck.

“Serpent. Have you chosen the Demon King's reward?" ”

“Shit, not me! ”

“· · · It is the truth. ”

Duck.

“Earl, have you chosen the Demon King's reward? ”

“· · Me neither. ”

“It's the truth."

Duck.

The air sinks gradually. When it became clear that I was not a traitor, a sigh of relief came out. But one. One more. The more the truth was proclaimed, the more silence flowed in the throne room, not sighing.

Like a gradual rise in the surface.

The silence suddenly settled beneath our chin.

“ · · · · · ·. ”

The paladin confronts the witch.

Hunters have already been asked, except for the witches. This is the last interrogation. With the guild claiming to be the most powerful in the tower, the paladin swallows deep breaths toward the Hunter, the second most important after the sword.

She said.

“Black Dragon God.”

“· · · Yes. ”

“Have you chosen the Demon King's reward? ”

There was static.

“No · · · · It's not me.”

It was static again.

The paladin slowly opened his lips.

“· · · It is the truth. ”

Finally, the complete silence subsided.

No, I don't.

We sank into silence.

“Wait · · · Then, what? ”

The serpent looks around.

“Who are you talking about? ”

The sword looks at the witch. The witch looks at the Inquisitor. The Inquisitor looks at the Earl, and the Earl looks at the Serpent. The serpent glances at the paladin, and the paladin looks at me silently.

Everyone looked at everyone.

“Why not all · · ·? ”

But no one answered.

“Fuck! Who betrayed you?! ”

No one.