The search continued as Highess randomly attempted to enter available paths. Along the passage, he saw roots and moss clinging to the dungeon walls again. Even the flowers that had blocked the way before still grew as if without guilt.
"Jezz, is the developer of this game truly so insane as to make all of this feel even more repulsive?" What Highess saw wasn't a pleasant sight. The number of round objects hanging from the passage ceiling was so many, in various shapes, even emitting a foul-smelling liquid.
It could be concluded that each cocoon was a living creature being processed naturally. The only way to avoid root attacks was to avoid making loud noises or aggressive actions, as they would awaken the roots as before.
So far, Highess had tried to remain calm and had managed to pass many roots, but he couldn't do it forever; he had to be careful in all his actions.
Highess looked to his right and
Seeing that Highess could no longer move, the creature attempted to draw closer to Highess's body. Near the still-open flower crown, inside there is a place for digesting food, once inside, Highess's body would undoubtedly be crushed or destroyed due to the acidic fluid present.Highess vaguely saw the woman there, his body positioned upside down, with his legs up and head down."Enough, I will fail here, besides it's difficult to win this competition! It's foolish to have thought from the beginning that I could get the promised prize..." Highess wanted to laugh at himself, but his lips felt stiff to do it.And then, Highess's body began to be released, about to be swallowed up, becoming nutrition for the monster.Swings...As Highess was about to fall, he didn't just surrender, but he deliberately acted weak as if helpless. When the opportunity arose, he quickly made a move that
Only one part wasn't examined in detail because it never occurred to Highess that the desired key would be inside Rose's body.However, he was still confused about where to search for the key. Rose's body was covered in thorns, and the dripping blood felt sticky and disgusting."Ugh... this just making things difficult for me! But, alright, I'll search for where that key might be!" It didn't take long for him to decide, and he carefully began inspecting Rose's body.Crash...Not merely checking, but Highess also has to make sure the key was indeed there. He cut through the upper part of Rose's body. Then, he turned to the lower part, where the roots were. It felt impolite, as there might be female genitalia there. Nevertheless, he had to do it.Crash...He cut through each root one by one until some parts were short enough for him to flip them over.&n
Highess continued his exploration, not really caring about what happened. In fact, it was beneficial for him to pass through the challenges inside the dungeon easily.Now heading directly towards a special room, there would definitely be a boss waiting there."What should I fear? For the past few hours, I've only encountered groups of monsters, none of which had high-level combat abilities!" This arrogant attitude made Highess more confident, cautiously pushing open the door.Inside was only a dark, charred room, but in the center, there was a blue light emanating from above, shining on just one spot. Highess tried to walk until he stood directly beneath the light."Hmm... what's happening here, has the monster boss disappeared?" Highess asked, surveying the area. It was difficult to guess what was there; he had to use his special vision ability first before he could see anything.Tap! Tap! Tap!This strange sound immediately made his hair stand on end, and he turned to the source of
This undeniable power forced Highess to exert more effort than usual, as Mijutima once again attacked with a deadly speed pattern.Tings! Tings! Tings!The attacks created an increasingly deafening buzz, as they clashed with all their might to win the battle."This is quite troublesome, but I must admit that you are indeed one formidable opponent!""Your words..." Mijutima ignored them, responding only with a deadly slash that sent Highess flying high until landing on the room's wall."Hooh... you seem quite aggressive, but I'm entertained because you can demonstrate such abilities! I never get bored facing NPCs like..."One lesson Highess had to learn was to observe the opponent while speaking during the fight. The opponent was too aggressive to listen to words.Twings..."Your words..."Blue light emanated from the clash of their swords, the pressure exceeding Highess's sword capacity.Tash...And it was clear that too much force would cause his sword to break. He was shocked by thi
Grey Acciptier is a rather ingenious man, one might say his obsession with the gaming world has been maintained since childhood until now. As a genius, he has developed many games with major companies. However, he has also grown bored over time due to many gamers conquering his creations. Therefore, he chose to try creating a game that would be impossible for many people to conquer.Everything was supposed to go smoothly, with many gamers coming, but that wasn't what he desired. He wanted a game that would leave a unique impression in the hearts of players.Step by step, Grey approached a door to a room and knocked several times."Come in..." replied a man from inside the room.Without much further ado, he entered the room. Sitting there was a bald man with an intimidating gaze, creating an atmosphere so tense it could suffocate anyone who looked at him."It seems you anticipated
This meeting was quite tense, but Highess tried to remain calm.Krsk...The player immediately aimed the weapon, which resembled a giant laser device, boldly drawn."Monster..." She muttered angrily.Highess quickly lowered his eyelids. Once again, he was called a monster because of his insect-like appearance.Raising both hands, Highess tried to explain, "No, I'm not a monster!""He can speak?" The woman tried to take another look. The armor's specialized device analyzed Highess' figure, which was not identified as a monster. Her body relaxed, releasing the tension."Huh... lucky she understood quickly. I thought I'd have to face her in battle again!" Highess stared at the woman from head to toe. Wrapped in tight-fitting armor that accentuated her curves, any man would be drawn to her. With a striking futuristic style, she seemed different from most players.But one thing Highess could confirm from the woman's name was Natalia. She seemed tough and had an elegant aura."So, you're a
The Orc was not joking around; it immediately struck hard blows towards them. Fortunately, these attacks were still too easy to dodge; their bodies could jump perfectly."This creature dares to show up; I better prepare myself too!" Natalia proudly exclaimed, pulling out a sword made of high technology. The sword was coated with red-colored steel.Tap...With her right foot forward, slightly bent, then she released a deadly slash.Swings..."Stabilizer Flash..."Crash...The blue flashes curved and moved, so fast and fiercely that the orc's left hand was severed. Its hand was easily cut off due to the attack. Highess, witnessing all of this, could only stare in confusion."Argh..." The pain spread throughout his body; the orc curled up in tremors, but it still dared to glare sharply at them. 
"You are very clever to find something like this; I was starting to lose hope the path to the boss's room wouldn't be easy to find!"Endlessly, this was given as sweet praise, but Highess felt it was too much.For Highess, things like this were not the main issue; playing a game full of guesses was indeed frustrating. However, to solve this problem, patience was also necessary.On this floor, they had to face many more monsters. It sounded boring, but for them, it was necessary.Although Highess participated in the extermination of the monsters, his movements and speed were not comparable to Natalia's strength.He felt weak having to constantly be near Natalia, especially as the nervousness within him increased. However, Highess did not feel it was appropriate; envy of others was not his desire.Since long ago, he had always considered what he did only as a struggle, not for comparison with others' levels.On the next floor, they didn't encounter many significant problems. And finally
Grey put on a smile as he observed Highess's reaction in this situation."Indeed, I couldn't possibly let players like you win the competition again." He did feel irritated the game's security system had been breached by someone else, resulting in internal damage, but seeing this turn of events, he couldn't help but feel pleased."How could you, why are you doing this, Miyoko..." Highess uttered softly as his health points continued to decrease."Forgive me, but I won't waste this golden opportunity! I've witnessed directly how you fought against Zegar, and I understand that both of you are impossible to defeat! But I still have a chance, and this is the most appropriate way to defeat you..."Highess's eyebrows furrowed upon hearing all this. "Don't you feel ashamed of doing this? You're just destroying the pride of a samurai, I know that samurai insisted on upholding honesty...""I know, I know that! But, here it's not about upholding the dignity of a samurai, but it's about my own d
Tings...The Twister Buster is an attack that delivers a double blow, but it's not as easy as that. Right now, Highess facing the opponent is putting up a difficult resistance to withstand. Even now, his strength feels unmatched."I've filled up my energy, but still, this man power is too great, and I can't balance it..."Tings...And, finally, he is thrown back again. His body floats in the air, presented with a beautiful sight."Yes, I understand that facing him is impossible, but still, I want to do it. I can't accept defeat against others..."Thud...His back lands very hard; it's over for Highess for now. He can move freely, but in reality, he could get up and run, but it would be pointless. Zegar's speed is much higher. Surely, he would easily catch Highess and then kill him.Rather than fleeing like a coward, it's better for Highess to fall with the demeanor of a true knight."I am ready to accept my defeat, and at this moment, my struggle as a player will end..." He can smile
Highess began to feel overwhelmed, knowing from the start that facing Zegar would be very difficult.Each slash sent shivers down his entire body, however Highess continued to retaliate with his strength, trying to hold on.Ting.....But, there would come a time when it wouldn't last long, after enduring enough attacks, he was startled as Zegar pivoted to add a deadly kick.Highess was thrown back by this event, glaring at Zegar with sharp eyes. Though not entirely surprised by the attack, he was confused by Zegar's seemingly inexhaustible energy."What's happening here? How powerful is this man really?"Since Divine Phantom was used, Zegar's speed and strength had drastically increased. But, he didn't seem tired."Of all the players I've encountered, he's the toughest and most dangerous!" Highess tightened his grip, racing against time. It wouldn't be long before the effects of Sacrifice Buster wore off, and when they did, he wouldn't stand a chance against Zegar.While there was sti
Zegar's body appeared to be thrown back after receiving an attack from Highess, but here he couldn't afford to be proud; there were still many possibilities.It was clear that Zegar was still able to stand."Seriously, won't he still be able to defeat me? He must have accessories that can withstand damage, and he must still have great strength..."It was time for Zegar to bring out an item; he gulped down the contents of a purple bottle, and Highess's eyes widened at the sight.He vividly remembered that purple in this game was synonymous with poison and abnormal enhancements; in other words, it was the power to boost statistics to a certain extent."Don't tell me he just drank an item of terrifying potency? Seriously, am I not going to survive this?" he asked towards the sky which now looked bright."Be happy, during my time playing this game, I rarely act aggressively like this! I'll make you experience a real fight!" he said firmly, and Highess couldn't take it as mere words.The o
"The strength that is too high might indeed burden the mind, and I can understand if you're a tough player!"Highess didn't blink, he kept observing Zegar's behavior, which had felt odd since earlier. Clearly, in a fight like this, such actions shouldn't be taken; excessively praising one's opponent would leave a very bad impression, and it was evident in how Highess's mood changed significantly."If I can't do something, I will lose to him! He also seems very calm facing me, in other words, he no longer cares about various things..."Zegar accelerated his steps, starting with one tap, then instantly delivering towards Highess.Tings...Attacks splattered out in the form of high-energy flows, possibly making the entire body feel pressure.Tings...Highess responded with a wide-eyed glare, managing to throw Zegar off balance, and then getting ready for the incoming attack.Tings...Exuding a high-level force, but there seemed to be no sign of fatigue between them. And, they began the f
The monsters, after hearing this, immediately assumed a defensive position. Players stood with blank faces against the monsters."Why are there still active players at this early hour?" He remembered the habit of playing games tends to make everyone forget about time; he could understand if the player was experiencing the same, forgetting everything, including sleep time.And, if he saw one player here, then his brain told him there would be three players present; if not him, then it would be either Miyoko or Zegar. However, from the imposing appearance, wearing black armor, with a cold gaze, he could be none other than Zegar.He didn't expect to meet that player here, but it would be a shame to miss the opportunity to see what that player would do.Crash...Instantly, his eyes widened; the five monsters could be defeated very easily, without much effort."Hmmm... so he truly is a highly skilled player..." Highess muttered, noticing his trembling hand for no clear reason."Relax, I am
Highess then looked ahead and saw the atmosphere was very quiet. It was strange for him to think tat this early hour, he would encounter any players. This time was meant for relaxation, especially since today was the day the competition would end.He quickly checked the competition statistics and couldn't say anything after seeing that only a few players were present."Why is it like this? Did many players go on a killing spree yesterday because I wasn't active? But if that happened, why didn't the points of other players increase much?"Highess's points still remained at the top, while Zegar and Miyoko were still below him, with Miyoko's points not moving at all, remaining stagnant.He remembered the last time they met, wondering how it would be if they met now. Before, he wanted to be seen as a teacher, whatever kind of teacher that meant, but Miyoko was very serious about it."If she meets me, I'm sure she'll be angry..."Their parting seemed somewhat pointless. Highess easily left
The situation became increasingly unfavorable until the shinobi began to shiver; he understood that fighting Highess one-on-one wouldn't be advantageous. So, he chose to flee instead."Oi..." Highess quickly pursued the player, unwilling to let a player who had attacked him get away so easily.He quickly attempted to chase the man, but he had to admit that his body speed wasn't good enough to catch up."Darn, if only I could have much higher speed, maybe I could catch him..." Highess grumbled, but it was futile; he still had to accept this as his defeat."Huh... that player's movements are incredibly fast; it seems I don't have many options..." As he said this, he indeed didn't have many options left; he had to let go of this incident.Returning to where the players had been, he noticed the bottles owned by the two players. After transferring, he received only 100, which was completely useless. Even hunting fairies directly would have been much better than this."Meh, I tried my best
"No, don't do this to us..."Crash...The players who had thought they could survive had experienced a terrible event. Lately, players had been ruthlessly hunted by others, but this had become normal. It was clear they would remain targets."W-Why, why are you doing this?" asked a player who had lost his job before. His eyes begged for mercy, but a sword was already stuck in his body. It wouldn't be long until he lost consciousness."It's simple. Players like you are not needed!" replied the player, disdainfully staring at them.As the next day arrived, Highess decided to log in and see what the situation was."Huh..." He was surprised. Right before his eyes, he saw indications the situation had changed drastically. "Changes are happening so quickly. Weren't there around 100 players before? Why are there only 10 left now? Did many players engage in massacres yesterday?"He wasn't surprised by this. It was evident that all players were becoming increasingly panicked. With only three da