Surviving the Game As a Barbarian [EN]: Chapter 440

A moment of silence descended upon the round table.

“……”

“……”

The doubts about the value of the goblin’s information had long vanished; now, everyone was lost in thought.

It was an additional effect of the Fun Judgment.

“The Sage of Eternal Life… who the heck is that…?”

Well, I don’t know who that person is either.

As soon as I heard it, Aurl Gavis came to mind, but it’s not certain. But if I leave it like this, they’ll diligently investigate, right?

“…Heh heh, I guess we should look into it as soon as we get out.”

“If you find any clues, let me know. I’ll pay a fair price.”

“There’s no reason not to. But only if you promise to do the same.”

“I promise.”

Alright, good luck with that.

I already have high expectations for you two anyway.

‘So, is the goblin problem solved?’

Well, it seems so.

Seeing the honey dripping from the clown’s eyes.

“Heh heh, you really never know what will happen. Who would have thought the goblin would hit the jackpot!”

The goblin, unfamiliar with the clown’s praise, nodded awkwardly.

“Ah… Yes… That’s… Haha…”

Looking at him, it seems he can’t believe the situation either.

“…Then, it’s my turn.”

As the commotion gradually subsided, it was the deer horn’s turn next. I was planning to keep a poker face no matter what I heard, but this time it was a bit difficult.

“Countess Ragna Peprock is the illegitimate child of Marquis Terserion.”

Once to Hyunbyul earlier.

And now, once again.

Coincidentally, it’s the second time I’m hearing that name today.

Swaaaaaa-

Soon, a green light appeared on the gem, and no one objected to it.

“…No wonder the Marquis kept pushing her in the political world, so that was the reason.”

The crescent moon added a word, and the queen also showed her own reaction.

“This is getting interesting…?”

A mumble close to a monologue.

“…Is being an illegitimate child that important?”

The goblin cautiously interjected, and the queen chuckled as she replied.

“Well, it’s a weapon that can be used politically for now. Against a chancellor who is practically the second-in-command of a nation.”

“Ah, yes… I see…”

No matter how I looked at it, it seemed like the queen had another reason for saying it was fun, but I couldn’t directly ask about it.

So, I focused on another part.

‘Ragna was the Marquis’s daughter… No wonder she always looked so wealthy.’

In fact, emotionally, it’s more shocking than the information the clown or the queen spewed earlier.

Not just Ragna, but Hyunbyul is also involved in this.

‘Ha… Things are getting more complicated.’

I’ll have to investigate more later, but for now, I just desperately hope.

That Ragna isn’t in a solid alliance with the Marquis.

‘In the worst case, I have to somehow get at least Hyunbyul out of it.’

Anyway, as the deer horn’s turn ended, the gaze naturally turned to the crescent moon.

Hmm, what is he going to tell us?

Again, it’s probably about the fairy race—

“Genesis Artifact.”

…Huh?

“The dwarves are finding a way to create new Genesis Artifacts, and they have achieved some results.”

…Really?

“What? Is that true? Creation, you say?”

The queen jumped up from her seat.

I could tell one thing from that action.

‘She and the GM side are eager to return.’

On the other hand, the clown’s side is indifferent.

He was a bit surprised, but it’s like he just accepts it?

Hmm, does this bastard not want to go back?

Maybe he likes his toy collector life.

“So, what’s the method?”

“I’ve given you the clue, the rest is up to you.”

“Wait a minute. Isn’t that too vague of information to just pass over like that? It’s not like you’ve found out for sure, and you said it’s just to the extent of having some results?”

At the queen’s strong argument, the crescent moon reluctantly released additional information.

“Numerous rift stones.”

“…?”

“And even more blood than that.”

“……”

“The dwarves believe that if those two conditions are met, they can create new Genesis Artifacts.”

Wow, this is like a mad scientist.

Whether that method will work is another matter, but the idea itself is quite impressive.

‘Creation, huh….’

Is that really possible?

These are items that are said to have existed since the creation of the world, right?

‘…Let’s think about it all at once later.’

I soon shook off the distracting thoughts.

Well, the members were still immersed in the afterglow of the information the crescent moon had spewed, but it wouldn’t last forever.

In fact, soon enough, one by one, their gazes gathered.

“……”

“……”

Unlike before, there was almost no anxious look.

It seems that the Fun Judgment I gave during the goblin’s turn had a big effect….

‘Okay, then what should I do….’

The time for deliberation wasn’t long.

If you want to catch a fish, it’s natural to go to the water’s edge.

So, therefore….

“The one who used the nickname ‘Elfnuna’ in Stone Iven.”

Let’s throw out the bait.

“That person is already in this world.”

Now I’m also starting to get curious.

What kind of secret is hidden in this nickname that I made without much thought, that Baekho and the GM are making such a fuss about.

***

Swaaaaaa.

As the green light lit up on the gem, the members’ mouths opened as if they had made a promise.

“Elfnuna… that’s the person, right? The one who was known to have the highest chance of clearing the original version.”

“Heh heh, so he was summoned, at least half of the rumors circulating in the community were true.”

I also knew what rumors the clown was talking about.

That Elfnuna cleared the original and was summoned to this world a long time ago. And that he received tremendous perks as a reward for clearing the original.

It’s a rumor that would only make me laugh if I, the person involved, heard it.

‘Perks, my ass….’

Are you kidding me?

Instead of perks, I almost died stepping on a trap in a goblin cave as soon as I arrived.

“…Half, you say?”

“Well, we don’t know yet, do we? Whether that person really cleared the original difficulty.”

Maybe he realized it was impossible later and adjusted the difficulty.

The clown, who added those words, shrugged his shoulders.

He didn’t seem to have much interest in Elfnuna.

Unlike the queen and Soul Queens.

“……”

She didn’t utter a single word of comment.

She was just sitting there, frozen like a stone.

Rather, that appearance made me feel how important this information was to her.

‘Okay, then this news will be delivered to the GM as well….’

If I wait, the GM will try to contact me first.

By initiating a 1:1 conversation or something, they’ll try to meet me and find out about Elfnuna.

Then, there’s only one thing I need to do.

Stand in a position of power and subtly extract information in return.

“Anyway, thanks to you, I was able to hear mysterious stories again today. Heh heh.”

“Lion… have you perhaps met that person—”

“Mr. Deer Horn! Don’t you know that such a question is rude?”

“……”

Before I could cut off the question, the professional spokesperson, the clown, stepped in and blocked various questions.

And….

“Heh heh, by the way, it seems like the next round is impossible, right?”

He chuckled as if mocking the other members.

However, is it just my imagination?

It seems like he’s saying let’s end it here because he doesn’t have any information to throw out either.

“Yes, I think I’ll stop here…”

“Me too.”

“Same here.”

Starting with the goblin, the fox and the crescent moon declared their absence, and naturally, the gathering concluded this round.

Therefore, I just turned around and left without looking back.

“Hoo…”

That’s how I returned to Lee Han-soo’s room.

Maybe it’s because the round table is over, but fatigue is hitting me hard.

It feels like there were a lot of things happening in this community.

‘It feels like I’ve been here for almost a week.’

I then went to my computer desk and sat down.

And I moved the cursor to the logout button by operating the mouse.

Well, usually I would have looked around the bulletin board, but….

‘Let’s go back quickly.’

Today, I just want to go back and rest.

Click, click.

As soon as I pressed the logout button, my vision flashed and the surrounding space distorted.

「Your character is moving to Lapdonia.」

When I opened my eyes again, I was in my room on the second floor of Erwen’s mansion.

Amelia was next to me again this time.

“You came back early today?”

“Ah, it just happened.”

Seriously, how many seconds do I go for that she stands guard next to me every time I go?

It’s somehow reassuring and grateful, but also embarrassing.

“You’re back, that’s enough. Then rest. You look tired. I’ll tell the fairy not to wake you up until you get up tomorrow.”

“Ah, thank you.”

“……”

Amelia then got up coolly as if she had nothing more to do and even turned off the light before leaving the room.

Perfect silence and lighting for falling asleep.

‘…I was originally going to at least tidy up before going to sleep.’

As soon as I put my head on the pillow and closed my eyes, fatigue rushed in like a dam bursting.

Using killing intent and doing the round table, I feel like I’m going to die.

I wonder if Baekho is okay?

“……”

That’s how I fell asleep as if I had passed out.

***

A dark room where even the moonlight was blocked by thick curtains.

“Hoo, I feel alive.”

The first thing the blonde man did after opening his eyes was to get up and check the door.

‘Okay, there are no signs of intrusion while I was gone.’

Huh, I thought the ban was lifted this time.

I was quite flustered because I was suddenly dragged away.

Usually, I prepare everything before I go.

“Agh, my head…”

The man, who had checked the front door, finally felt the fatigue and sat on the edge of the bed.

I wanted to lie down and just fall asleep right away.

But….

“Today, if I really fall asleep, I feel like someone could come in and take me away without me knowing…”

The man struggled to endure the fatigue and opened his subspace [a personal storage dimension].

And he took out a coffin-shaped metal box.

‘It’s been a while since I’ve used this in the city.’

No. 1,577 Coffin of Eternal Rest.

Besides increasing the speed of stamina recovery, it was an item that I used as a sleeping bag in the labyrinth because of its tremendous durability.

‘Okay, let’s just sleep here today.’

The man squeezed his body into the coffin and closed it from the inside. It was funny to be doing this with a comfortable bed next to him, but it couldn’t be helped.

Being vigilant and prepared for even the slightest possibility.

That was the man’s long-standing rule.

‘…….’

The space was uncomfortable, but as he began to feel that it was a safe space, his mind became at ease.

The man closed his eyes and organized his thoughts.

There was one scene that kept coming to mind.

[Not really.]

His answer to the question of whether it was possible to kill him.

[I don’t think it’s impossible.]

As soon as he heard that voice, he intuitively felt it.

Just like when he had seen through the lie when he said he would press the button.

That statement was definitely the truth.

‘…He’s not an easy brother, is he.’

My spine is still tingling.

However, on the other hand, the image of him exuding killing intent keeps making me laugh.

“Ah, I need to sleep, this is driving me crazy…”

Actually, I didn’t expect this much.

If it’s like this, I want him even more.

Elfnuna.

‘I wish next month would come soon.’

Baekho fell asleep thinking that.