Chapter 515
TL: xLordFifth
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The lightning breath, not a straight line but a radiating force, tore through the air. Leeha knew the only weakness of a dragons breath: avoid the initial direction of the blast. Dragons, of course, knew this too, but usually, spreading the breaths energy weakens its force.
But now?
Centered around Blaugrun, the breath formed a semi-circle, incinerating every approaching avian monster with sufficient power.
Leeha, attempting to peek, had to close his eyes again as his body emitted a bright light.
[Your level has increased.]
Level up with just one breath? Leeha was torn between joy and the urge to curse Alexander. How could he not top the rankings if a Juvenile Dragon could do this, let alone an Ancient Dragon!
That Blaugrun-ssi? Youre Juvenile-class, right? I thought the monsters were between levels 260 to 280-
[Hmm, seems I misjudged my strength. I could have used less power and still defeated them.]
Leeha was too stunned by the unbelievable scene to discern whether Blaugrun was boasting or speaking the truth. Blaugruns face, though draconic, showed a smug satisfaction that Leeha recognized. He nodded, finally regaining his focus.
We cant fall behind! Jellypong, switch to combat mode: Agility! And-
[Mongmongmong-!]
As Jellypong sprang from Leehas body, glowing red, Leeha activated another skill.
[Soul Link]!
With a roar, the fire bear Koma appeared, flames engulfing its body.
Gone were the days of wandering alone; each member of the Leeha Squad possessed top-tier combat abilities.
Leeha pulled the trigger, laughing heartily.
Kahaha, lets sweep them all! [Multi-shot]!
As his highest offensive skills were unleashed, Blaugrun in dragon form, fire bear Koma, and Jellypong, created by the Water Spirit King Elaim, began their rampage.
[Your level has increased.]
[Your level has increased.]
[Your level has increased.]
[Common Quest: When You Cut the Grass, Snakes Will Appear
Details: Verify the Source of Demons (3/7)]
It was about 7 hours later when the quest count increased by one.
The most surprised among the users was certainly Fernand.
Could it be Leeha-ssi? No, no way. Byulcho is on the Old Continent, and theres no one to gather the quest. Who among the others cleared a spot? Maybe it really was Leeha-ssi? No, it couldnt be. Even Alexander couldnt do it alone No, it cant be.
Despite his rational doubts, a lingering unease remained unquenched.
Fernangs enormous trust in Leeha paradoxically made him anxious.
Phew I cant even remember how many magazines Ive changed. Jellypong, you must be tired too. Thanks for your hard work.
[Mongmong Mongmongmong]
Exhausted, Leeha collapsed to the ground, gasping for air. Jellypong, too, with droopy eyes, slithered towards Leeha.
Even in its agile combat mode, which highly synergized with Leehas stats, Jellypong was evidently fatigued.
This is really not something to repeat. Koma only fought for 30 minutes before disappearing.
If Koma heard that, hed probably growl and smack Leehas back, protesting that he had no choice due to the 30-minute limit of Soul Link. But Leeha knew better. It was simply an outcome of over six hours of intense battle.
[Already tired? I feel like Ive just stretched my body after a long time. Why dont we take on another location?]
Heh, no showing off, please. Blaugrun-ssi, I saw you huffing and puffing after three hours.
[Humph, whos showing off?]
Despite his words, Blaugrun-ssi settled next to Leeha. They had decimated nearly 70% in the first three hours, but the remaining 30% took another four strenuous hours.
Maybe it was easier than expected, considering it would normally require three to five raid teams.
The might of the Leeha Squad was evident, offering an unexpected gain along with a rapid level up. But Leehas actual objective remained unachieved.
The giant tree wasnt the World Tree not even close.
Fernangs supposed World Tree look-alike was far from it. Instead, this colossal tree was the very symbol allowing this place to be a source of demons.
[Bluebeards mana traces are there. Though I dont understand the meaning of the six circles he marked on the tree.]
The marks, undoubtedly made by Bluebeards staff, were clear to Leeha too. However, the significance of the six circles, unknown even to Blaugrun-ssi, was frustrating.
The achievement obtained after annihilating all the monsters didnt shed light on these marks either.
[Achievement: The Fifth Land Tainted with Demonic Essence (A+)]
Congratulations! You have successfully purified the fifth land tainted with demonic essence! However, Bluebeard is nowhere to be found. He protected this land, undoubtedly visited by him. Theres only one reason he traveled to various places! Chase him before its too late. Purify the lands still tainted with demonic essence and confront Bluebeard.
Reward: Strength +10, Agility +10, Intelligence +10, Erika Continent Common Fame +30
(No Hall of Fame for this achievement. Awarded to the entire raid team.)
Three out of seven demonic sources have been cleared by players.
The quest count was 3/7, but the achievement clearly stated the fifth source. It wasnt a typo. Leeha knew it referred to the story-based numbering of the seven sources.
Even if this was the Fifth Demonic Source, what about those six circles? If only I knew the markings at other sources.
But who cleared them remained a mystery. After a grueling battle to reach the supposed World Tree, finding it unrelated was utterly disappointing.
Where on earth do I find the World Tree? It must be somewhere in the New Continent!
[Dont be too hasty.]
Gosh, I wouldnt be this anxious under normal circumstances.
[Normal circumstances? Whats different now?]
Blaugrun-ssi tilted his massive dragon head, curious. Leeha hesitated before speaking.
Ill be away from the world of Middle Earth for a while.
[Away? Why?]
Well I have somewhere to be. Just that.
How could he explain logging out to go to Hong Kong to an NPC?
Leeha shrugged it off vaguely and waved his hand.
Since his hatching days, Blaugrun had witnessed Leehas countless logouts and didnt press further this time.
[Quest: The Shadow of Radical Growth Phase II]
Objective: Within 150 Middle Earth days, acquire the Fruit of the World Tree and deliver it to Bahamut.
Well, theres no need to rush. I havent even spent a day in Middle Earths time yet. As for Hong Kong, I dont plan to stay there more than three or four days.
Even when factoring in the travel time, it would only consume about five real-world days at most. In Middle Earth, that equated to about 25 days, a manageable period considering the 150-day deadline.
From the start, the 150-day limit implied the difficulty and arduous nature of finding the World Tree. Thus, Leeha decided not to rush and instead gather information and move methodically.
After all, this wasnt all for nothing.
[Of course. Just seeing Jellypong and that bear in action was]
No, not that. I mean, as a result.
[Result?]
Hehe, character window!
Leeha smiled at Blaugrun and opened his character window. Was the battles gain solely about checking combat power? Of course not!
Name: Leeha / Race: Human
Job: Musketeer / Level: 209 (68%)
Title: Shadow Assassin / Achievements: 130
HP: 6,550(4,585)
MP: 1,945
Stats: Strength 561(+466)
Agility 3,471(+1,244) Intelligence 233(+182)
Stamina 228(+135) Spirit 95(+85)
Remaining Stat Points: 45
Just recently I was at 200, and now Ive almost reached 210.
[Indeed, your level has visibly increased.]
Do you notice that too?
[Obviously. Its all thanks to me.]
Blaugrun snorted arrogantly, but Leeha didnt have the energy to retort and simply allocated all his stat points to agility.
Ah, I should stop by Gaza City before leaving. Shall we go back?
At Leehas question, Blaugrun reverted to his human form. The flickering turquoise glow was as good as a nod. Leeha saved their current location in the modification sphere and teleported to Gaza City.
While handling administrative work for the city, Leeha briefly opened his friends window. Kijung had already logged out, and so had Shin Nara and Bobae.
It must be nighttime in reality. Theyve probably gone to sleep.
Then he checked Kidds location.
Erika New Continent The Barren Twilight Plains.
Leeha couldnt tell where it was but guessed it must be near a hunting ground.
Going to see the Matans Shooter, and hes in the same place called the Barren Twilight Plains? It was a peculiar place name, different from Leehas expectations.
More importantly, the plains? Why would an NPC or monster like the Matans Shooter be in such a place? Could it be resting there?
Hes not moving yet. Maybe hes leveling up first before proceeding
Leeha deeply pondered. Being a well-prepared player, Kidds approach would surely differ from Lugers. Knowing Lugers last location and heading to find the Matans Shooter, he wouldnt move immediately. Until Leeha prepared to logout for Hong Kong, he could only speculate so much.
Kidds location changed right after Leeha logged out.
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