Stuck in The Tower

Chapter 55 Do you want to bet?

“Huh!”

I took a deep breath and came to my senses.

Back drenched in sweat. The rough feel of the cloth clinging to the skin.

Cool air enters and exits the lungs while the hot heat disappears.

A ceiling studded with glowstone the size of a fingernail.

The ordinary bed and table reflected in the light that I hadn’t stepped on were oddly familiar.

“Big.”

He frowned at the aftermath of the faint pain.

I hurriedly groped my body, but I could only feel the hard armor. Except for the breastplate, the battle suit was ripped apart, revealing bare skin

…

“Deok Chun!”

Deokchun, who was lying face down in a corner of the bed, also put out his tongue and made a happy expression.

It took several minutes to calm Deokchun’s back and calm him down.

Little by little I began to understand the situation.

“You are dead.”

This is the inn where I am staying.

He was resurrected in the safe zone on the 10th floor.

I was struggling to get the scales of the fire dragon.

He threw his skills and ran like a real dog.

My last memory is of a giant hind leg attacking me.

body trembles

The feeling of being crushed alive was not good, even with empty words.

“Still, I’m glad you died at once.”

It was better to go clean than to suffer from a broken leg or arm halfway through.

overwhelming difference.

The purpose was not to hunt, but to tear off a scale, but the result was devastating.

It’s not like A-class hunters are stepping out for nothing. It’s because it’s a monster of that level.

At this point, it’s surprising that hunters actually catching fire dragons actually exist.

I’ve seen rough things like this and that, but I didn’t just suffer.

“you can do it.”

The corners of his lips rose slowly.

It is true that he was trampled on mercilessly. It’s also true that my attacks barely work.

about 40 seconds.

During the time I survived between his kicks, I saw a possibility.

First of all, there is nothing you can do with Fire Bomb.

He has excellent defense and is a fire attribute.

Fire Bomb is not a good match.

One attack skill left.

I called up the information of payback.

[Repay (A) Lv.1]

– Collect and release the received damage. Up to 10000

– Current damage accumulation amount (10000/10000)

– Reduces the impact of damage accumulation.

“Wow Mr. An ignorant fellow.”

As I was stepped on by him, the cumulative amount of damage was fully charged.

Maybe it’s because I fired a firebomb before that, but it’s probably because he’s strong.

“If it’s a full charge, it might be possible to give him a shot.”

Thinking of the time I used it for Dalkan, it seemed like it would work well enough.

My body is itching already.

I want to stick a skill in his face, but I can’t lose my purpose.

I’m not fighting him, I’m going to tear off his scales.

I already had a plausible plan in my head.

It may be difficult, but I was convinced that I could do it.

All that remains is to prepare for the operation.

“A shop window.”

Let’s start with the broken equipment first.

For some reason, Felline’s yellow body was not destroyed.

The defense is low, but the durability is good.

Or maybe there is a hidden option that even I haven’t figured out.

Either way, it’s good for me, so I’ll go over it.

[Purchase a battle suit (E)]

[Purchase sturdy leggings (D)]

[Purchase nimble Vambraces (D)]

I bought a suit and limb protection to wear underneath.

The pouch is a bit tattered, but not to the point of being unusable, so I’ll replace it next time.

“The sword is caught.”

I clicked my tongue.

It broke in a single blow.

Durability has worn out while hunting, but the lack of performance is bigger.

Saying that you can’t even scratch him with D-class weapons.

I don’t know if I have swordsmanship-related powers or skills, but I don’t have them right now.

“Do you think it should be at least B-class?”

“To that. Kwwwww.”

Deokchun nodded at my question.

Even for the sake of planning, it must be at a level that can withstand an attack.

Because it’s not enough for a D-class. Must be C grade.

It is unknown how long C-class will last, so it is safe to be B-class.

The problem is that I don’t have anywhere to buy such a weapon.

My shop window is rated Bronze. At most, D-class is the limit.

Even if luckily a C-grade item is created on the list, there is no guarantee that it will be a weapon.

If something like a Warhammer or a bow and mace comes out out of whack, you won’t be able to use it.

“All that’s left is to buy in the safe zone or make a personal transaction. I mean, this is also ambiguous.”

The market has already looked around and knows what products are on sale.

There is not much difference between the shop window.

The only difference is that there are more types of items handled and discounts can be obtained depending on the relationship with the NPC. There were no C-class weapons.

All that remains is the personal transaction.

“It’s filthy expensive.”

“That’s it.”

After looking around once, the thought of living disappears.

Because swords were so popular, the price was high compared to other non-mainstream weapons.

Class B is a level where you can’t even look at it.

“What is it?”

Should I sell artifacts?

I can’t use the brooch of boiling power because I have to use it.

It’s a waste to have to sell even weight bracelets.

I was in trouble for a while.

“Let’s go, Deokchun.”

“To the ark.”

Decided to try another way.

I packed my things and left the room.

There is a person to be found.

* * *

Inn Front.

“excuse me. Do you know where Rilka is?”

I sat at the counter and talked to the NPC reading the book.

“hmm? Rilka? well. She is a kid who travels around a lot. ah. Go there arena. He plays well with Kildereth.”

A satisfactory answer was obtained.

“yes. thank you And I will extend that stay a little longer.”

“Ha ha ha ha ha! It’s good. How many days would you like me to count?”

“Please give me plenty of time for 10 days.”

“okay. hard work.”

After confirming that the points were automatically taken out, I headed out of the inn.

I didn’t extend my stay because I was grateful.

It’s because I think I’ll have to go back and forth several times on the 10th floor anyway.

After the date of the contract, the right to the inn room automatically disappears.

What does that mean?

It will be resurrected in the plaza.

It was best to have a safety device in place.

The inn aside.

“It’s an arena.”

I walked down the street at a brisk pace.

There are more people than before, so it’s noisy.

The air was strangely excited.

The armed men raise their voices and chatter.

I realized that the biggest event on the 10th floor was approaching.

[Time remaining until the arena event – 17:32]

Apparently, he lost consciousness for a long time after reviving.

Less than a day left now.

let’s hurry

10 minutes of walking halfway through.

could reach the destination.

Fortunately, all the people who were to apply for the arena seemed free.

Kildereth, still sitting obliquely at her desk, fiddling with her pen.

Next to it was the NPC I was looking for.

“Rilka!”

At my cry, her ears perk up and she turns her head toward me.

“oh! hi! You were talking anyway.”

“hmm? That friend then.”

Still, the two of them greeted me saying that they opened up their faces.

I bowed to Kildereth and approached Rilka.

“Help me.”

“huh?”

Rilka tilts her head. Rilka, who had been eating a cake or something, was sucking on a fork dipped in whipped cream, and glanced at Kildereth.

His eyes asked if he knew anything, but he couldn’t tell that it was Killerless.

“I can break the quest you gave me. First of all, in case you didn’t know this, I brought an extra.”

I quickly opened the treasure bag and took out the viper skin obtained on the 11th floor and passed it over.

As if interested in the word quest, Rilka quickly takes the leather.

I lifted it up and turned it over to check the quality.

“Good! Ehehe. After all, I have eyes for people.”

Thumbs up if you’re satisfied.

Kildereth, curious about what was going to be said, moved her seat to the side and offered the remaining chair.

“Ah, thank you.”

“What is this?”

I sat down and licked my lips. You should speak well from now on.

The reason I came to Rilka.

You must get the sword from her.

Rilka is a merchant and blacksmith. Looking at the list of items you showed me the other day, it was unusual. You must have a B-class sword, of course.

‘I’d like to buy it or get it for free if possible, but it’s impossible. I have no choice but to borrow it.’

In fact, it is difficult to borrow.

How many times have you seen me, will you lend me your equipment? After borrowing it, go upstairs and throw it away.

Even Rilka is a merchant. A person who is good at weighing gains and losses.

If you look at it this far, it’s a transaction that can’t be done.

“I need a sword. At a level that could pass a firearm dragon. At least a B grade.”

I made a deal right away.

Rilka tilts her head as if she doesn’t understand for a moment.

“Didn’t you just come up to the 10th floor? Will it be a bit expensive?”

“know. So lend me.”

“and! He’s so shameless!”

Rilka, her eyes wide open, looked at Kildereth and pointed at me.

“Kuh! Heh heh! This is the first time I’ve seen this guy.”

Kildereth swallowed a laugh as he hit the table wondering what was so funny.

Even I thought it was shameless.

What can I do though? I should do it like this It’s all because of that fox.

It’s like this because they give you a quest that doesn’t sound like words.

“Ugh. no! no! go back!”

Are you still rejecting it?

I expected it so far. Let’s move on to the next one.

“The quest you gave me. How many people have taken on the challenge so far?”

A bit off topic question.

Rilka frowned between her fine eyebrows and tapped her fingers.

I can’t wait to hear the answer.

“Which of them has cleared the quest?”

“Mmm.”

Her ears fold slightly.

You already know the answer.

does not exist.

After searching all over the community, her quest didn’t change.

It means that it has never been cleared.

“Obviously you said it. I’m gathering ingredients to make something ordered.”

I leaned towards her.

she is a merchant There is an obligation to supply the ordered goods, and I don’t know who the target is, but I haven’t received the goods for at least 10 years.

As a merchant, it can be a problem for trust, but at the same time…

‘It means that there is something at stake that the person who ordered the item is worth waiting for several years.’

The interests of Rilka and the orderer and I are intertwined.

The only way to release the ring is if I complete the quest.

Let’s put an end here.

-I

took out a crumb the size of a fingernail from the treasure bag and handed it to Rilka.

this is the last move i have

“This one!”

“Ohh? Are you sure?”

Rilka and Kildereth immediately recognize their identities.

It was a piece of scale from a fire dragon.

really crumbs. The quality and size are not good enough to be used as a material for making something.

It’s just to prove that I can fight him, that I actually fought.

“I will definitely complete the quest you gave me. For the customers who are waiting for me and you. If you don’t like it, I’ll give up the quest.”

That’s enough for now.

He ended his speech conclusively.

You’re making a deal.

Will you give up on me and find someone who will complete the quest again for a long period of time?

Or will you give some support and complete it?

Rilka has to walk a tightrope between the two cases.

“Okay. that. Ugh!”

The result has already been decided.

It was no different than being brave, but she had to take some risks too.

Isn’t that what being a merchant is like?

“Hehehehehe! He’s also a fun friend. He knows how to be stiff against NPCs. I’m laughing for the first time in a while How is Rilka? Why don’t you help me? That’s what you’re thinking anyway.”

“Kildereth, you…”

Kilderless, who had been laughing since before, interjected as if it were just as fun.

Bored inside the tower is the same for hunters and NPCs.

Someone is calculating all kinds of numbers and making deals.

But thanks to that, Rilka’s mood changed.

Rilka, who glared at Killdereth for a moment, let out a small sigh.

“good. Instead, I will not just lend it to you.”

-Giyiing

A sword came out of the air at her hand gesture.

bizarre appearance. A sword with a white blade on one side.

[Repaired Frost Flame Sword (A)]

– A frost sword that has lost its flame.

– There is a chill.

– Agility +45

– Magic +30

– Not intact.

– You cannot use all of your body’s power.

What an A-class weapon!

For an A-rank, the total increase in stats itself is not that high.

It’s because the average total stat increase of A-class equipment is 100.

This weapon is 75 at most.

‘But at the point of increasing magic power, it can be seen as a top-notch weapon.’

It’s because my horsepower went up by 30.

In addition, there are no wearing conditions, which is rare for A-class equipment.

huge advantage.

Is that all?

-Uuuuuuugh,

a faintly spreading light.

The luck stat is reacting. I have already experienced the influence of the luck stat several times.

gulp. saliva passed

Rilka, who was appreciating my reaction, raised an eyebrow.

“If you’re going to fight against a firearm dragon, cold weapons would be better.”

-Paat

As she waved her hand, the sword disappeared like a mirage.

I think I was possessed for a while.

I shook my head and came to my senses.

“Do you want to make a bet? Depending on the outcome, I might just give it instead of lending it.”

I couldn’t help but open my mouth at Rilka’s words.