The Return of Apocalypses Tyrant

Episode 55

: Red Zone.

It was a special terrain created when the third gate of hell opens.

“To put it simply, it is the land of monsters. Instead of a single type of monster coming through the door like now, it is a place where various monsters come together to form a perfect ecosystem.”

“That… isn’t it dangerous then?”

“It’s dangerous. Especially since the reproductive power of monsters is incredible and increases in an instant. The size of the island is limited, and they will continue to increase.”

“When they run out of places to live….”

“They will now target human territory.”

“okay. “Before that, we must first attack the red zone.”

Namgung spoke to the two people.

“The island is as big as the capital of most countries. “In terms of scale, it’s probably bigger than Seoul.”

“It wouldn’t be possible on our own.”

“okay. It’s not a place that can be cleared with just a small number of people. You need to create a base and attack it step by step. It will take a long time. In the meantime, other doors will continue to open.”

“…More and more mountains.”

Myung-Hoon let out a low sigh at Namgung’s words.

“I’d better give you a report first. “If the island is located in the Arctic Ocean, it would be a good idea to request support from Russia and Canada as well.”

Hojun said.

“They blow up the island while there are still few monsters. “What about it?”

“It wouldn’t be possible with military power. After the island appears, a portal will appear to take you there. Until then, it is almost impossible to get close to the island.”

“Why?”

“Monsters are summoned first to the deep sea around the island. “The existing ships won’t be able to withstand the monsters.”

“Hmm…”

“Besides, once the island is fully revealed, countries won’t try to destroy it.”

The two people looked at him as if they didn’t understand.

“There are not only monsters but also dungeons on the island.”

The appearance of the red zone, which seemed to have transferred the territory of another world, made people around the world feel both shock and fear and, ironically, joy.

‘It’s dangerous, but it’s also a land of opportunity.’

A place where you can hunt monsters that can collect heads at any time. And because it was a land where there was even a dungeon where you could obtain weapons and treasures.

“I can’t help but drool. “Because it was the hope of surviving the impending apocalypse.”

“well. To me, would it be a guess to think that this is a ploy to give each other a tasty treat and make them fight?”

“no. “You got it right.”

Myung-Hoon scratched his head in embarrassment at Namgung’s words.

“Governments around the world will be busy fighting each other to own the red zone.”

The first monster created in the red zone was a goblin.

It was truly an opportunity of hope for humanity, who were worried about how strong the monsters would be when the third door opened.

‘But hope does not last long.’

After that, even the Ghoul Lizardman and Minotaur…

Not only the monsters summoned through the door, but also the monsters from the dungeon were created in the red zone, instantly turning the island into a land of death.

‘In a situation where we were wondering whether or not we could join forces, we ended up competing with each other… so the result is as obvious as fire.’

Competition among countries to take control of the red zone.

As a result, the number of monsters that increased left the island and targeted the continent, destroying numerous cities.

But hell didn’t stop there.

‘To make matters worse, the fourth gate of hell was opened as well, in a situation where we couldn’t even block the monsters in the red zone.’

Humanity could not help but be devastated.

“There are three safety zones in the red zone. “It is a place protected by a magic stone, so it is the only place where you can establish a base.”

“There will be a battle between countries.”

“that’s right. “While fighting to occupy a base, instead of establishing a base, we often ended up suffering damage and being killed by monsters.”

“Uhm….”

Namgung didn’t want to create a situation like that anymore.

But it was not due to heroic courage to save the world.

“We will occupy one of them first.”

It’s just to take it away before it’s taken away.

“For that, you will need preparation.”

“What are you going to do?”

Myung-Hoon asked.

“After the monster wave that occurs after the second door closes, a new feature opens before the third door opens.”

“What is that?”

“The auction of the proxy clans will begin.”

“Auction? Indeed… are there better things than what is sold in the Yaksha bundle?”

“But right now, the prices of the items in the bundle are high, so I can’t buy much… Will an auction be possible?”

“Well, we still managed to collect some heads thanks to you, but I don’t think ordinary people will even be able to participate in the auction.”

“We are not participating in the auction from the perspective of a buyer. “It’s the opposite.”

“…yes?”

“We are auction items.”

The two people looked puzzled, as if they didn’t understand what he meant.

* * *

Euljiro Underground Shopping Mall.

Namgung went down the stairs as if he was used to it.

There may have been damage to this place due to the monster attack, but the place that was originally poorly managed due to few people was now close to ruins.

‘Still, it seems that people still don’t know about the residence of the proxy clan.’

Namgung thought as he looked around the quiet shopping mall. It was still early in the carnival, so people had no information about the Dali clan.

At most, I only saw them once after the first Hell Gate and when I was indoctrinated with information about the carnival.

‘In the future, this ruin-like place will become so crowded with people that there will be no space for them to step.’

It all started when I learned that there was not one clan, but eight clans of equal status.

Euljiro turns into a completely new place.

‘At first, people gathered one by one to obtain materials from other clans that could not be obtained from the bundle through agents.’

However, not everyone was able to meet the proxy clan. Qualifications were necessary, so sometimes people who were not qualified had no choice but to ask someone for a favor.

The people who gathered like that naturally started exchanging heads and goods with each other, and the [Black Market] in Euljiro was formed.

“Well… I guess there’s still a long way to go until that happens.”

Namgung smiled bitterly.

Why does he think so fondly of this shabby ruin? In his past life, this was the only place where people gathered in the bloody apocalypse.

Because it was a place that smelled like people.

“is not it? “Gyuryu.”

“I am not a mind reader. “There is no way to know what Namgung is thinking.”

When Namgung turned his head, he saw Gyu-ryu wandering around, scratching his head.

“It’s cold.”

“Because people still don’t know much about the Daeja clan. It will take a while for them to find out where I am. Because Namgoong is special.”

Gyu-ryu was wearing a work apron, as if he was making something.

“What did I ask for?”

“I was just making it. But… there are a lot of ingredients for this. Can you handle it?”

“Don’t worry about that.”

“Please follow me.”

In response to Namgung’s answer, Gyu-ryu gestured with his hand as if he had said something for nothing.

As I

went further down the stairs of the underground shopping mall, a solid iron door appeared along with a damp smell.

At first glance, it looked like a long-disused ruin, but inside it looked completely different.

Thump… thump… thump….

I could hear the machine running and the fire in the furnace was burning hot.

“Custom production is usually done after receiving all the materials… Since you are Namgung, I started the work especially.”

“Hmm.”

Namgung nodded as he looked at the large square frame created in front of him.

“When will it be completed? “I can’t just leave it in the warehouse.”

“It will be done this evening. “As long as you confirm the payment, we will provide you with a service and move you to your residence.”

“Good.”

“I told you clearly. “As long as you make sure I pay the price.”

The object that Gyu-ryu was making was none other than a box to store the Serpent’s eggs.

“The size is adjustable, so once you put the eggs inside, you can shrink it down to the size of a box like this.”

He said, forming a square about a span of length with his fingers.

“But you really brought a serpent egg. Do you know how to hatch them?”

“no. I don’t know. I have to figure out the way little by little. Anyway, I should have asked you from the beginning. “I couldn’t put living things in the squadron, so I had a hard time getting them.”

Namgung nodded as if he liked the hatching box that Gyu-ryu had made.

“Oh, I wouldn’t have been able to make it from scratch. “No matter how much I signed a contract, if it isn’t a clear deal, the rest of the clan will cause an uproar.”

“So is this a sure deal? “Do you think I can pay the bill?”

“Well… honestly, in this situation, where would you suddenly get a large sum of money, like 1 million head?”

“But why did you produce it?”

At that moment, Gyu Ryu grinned.

“It’s not because I trust Namgoong, but because I trust Miss Somin. “Isn’t that why you showed me your daughter?”

His eyes sparkled.

When attacking the second Hell Gate in Yeouido, Namgung told him about his daughter.

There was no other information.

All I’m saying is to watch Somin.

Although he was skeptical, Gyu-ryu was literally astonished the moment he saw her.

“In addition to having legendary magical power, the magic I learned is thought magic, which is rare in itself!!”

Gyu Ryu said in an excited voice.

“I feel like I want to sign a contract. ha ha ha.”

“Don’t talk nonsense, that’s why. “You wouldn’t have just been watching, right?”

“of course. Why did you show me your precious daughter? Isn’t it amazing that I still have one clue? “I showed Miss Somin to other members of the proxy family.”

“What’s the reaction?”

“Everyone is drooling. “Do you know how much it bothers me because I can’t wait to welcome Miss Somin as a contractor to the clan?”

He laughed and asked Namgung.

“You are truly amazing. “I guess he did that because he knew the clan auction was starting.”

Octagonal War.

If the big picture of Carnival is that the Aspects select a Revelator and compete with each other, then within it, there was a competition between the Representative clans for the position of a different type of King.

“An auction where clans of agents seek out contractors who will pay their heads to sign a contract.”

And now the clan had to find a contractor who would make them kings.

“Of course I’m drooling. “I’m sure you’re waiting with your eyes open for the auction house to open, right?”

Gyu-ryu spoke in a meaningful voice.

“When it comes to agents who use magic, the Naga clan is the most powerful. “It seems that the Naga Queen has her eyes on Miss Somin.”

Then he smiled bitterly.

“The Naga Queen is the wealthiest among the proxy clans. Haha, everything is in her report except what isn’t there. “If she really wants Somin, you can call her loudly.”

Gyu Ryu spread his fingers and said.

“If you were the queen, wouldn’t you be willing to pay 1 million?”

“You’re being stupid. “I’m not trying to make my daughter sign a contract with the clan just because of the head.”

“sure?”

“It’s to amplify Somin’s qualities. “Do you think that even if a Naga Queen gave me all her assets, she would be able to protect my daughter?”

“Ha haha… Then…?”

Gyu Ryu said in a trembling voice.

“Fairy tribe.”

“Now wait a minute. The fairies are the weakest among the proxy clans. The fairies are also good at magic… but they don’t have attack magic like the Naga Queen. “There’s no particular advantage, right?”

“That’s the magic of the fairy race. “But the queen’s treasure is a little different, right?”

“The Fairy Queen’s treasure? “No way….”

“Yeah, that.”

In response to Namgung’s answer, Gyu-ryu slapped his forehead and shouted with an expression of deep understanding.

“…World Tree Staff!!”