The Return Of The Genius Ranker Of All Times [EN]: Chapter 31

31.

Whether Do-hyun was flustered or not, their conversation continued.

“What, do you think he’s the real Kaiser? Probably just a fan.”

“Well… still, fan or not, it felt good to see those guys get what they deserved.”

“Huh? Wait a minute. So, that guy took down all three of them by himself?”

“Now that you mention it? They should be at graduation level. Raven Plains shouldn’t have anyone higher than level 16.”

It was a reasonable question.

Logically, it didn’t make sense that a user hunting alone in Raven Plains could take down three people who had reached graduation level.

Moreover, they weren’t just any nobodies, but known troublemakers.

They were quite skilled in causing trouble, so it was reasonable to be suspicious.

“I heard the swordsman used a backstab or something.”

“They said he took half their health with one normal attack?”

“They couldn’t even see his fist.”

As the questions piled up, Do-hyun grew increasingly anxious.

‘What is this? They’re the bullies, but they wrote all that down?’

He couldn’t believe they had so little shame.

Objectively, he hadn’t done anything wrong.

He didn’t use any hacks; he simply taught them a well-deserved lesson.

‘It’ll be a problem if the rumors spread already.’

The problem was Do-hyun’s current situation.

Even he thought his class had abilities that were way too overpowered.

On top of that, he had six traits.

The Shield Supreme party was kind, and he didn’t use other class skills back then, so it was fine, but this was different.

‘It’ll be hard to level up if this gets out now.’

A swordsman using assassin skills, possessing multiple traits, and dealing strange damage?

He would instantly become the center of attention.

Numerous guilds would approach him, some with offers, but others would try to nip him in the bud.

They wouldn’t let a seed that could steal their rice bowl grow.

‘If they can’t have it, they’ll destroy it; that’s their mentality.’

He didn’t know what the top 10 guilds here were like, but if there were many rankers from Dem Locke, it wouldn’t be much different.

No, he didn’t even need to go as far as the top 10 guilds.

Wherever he went, jealous guys would try to mess with him.

He might be strong enough later, but Do-hyun was still a low level.

Even if there was a level restriction on the continent, it was true that being targeted by a dedicated assassination squad would hinder his growth.

‘It’s too early.’

That’s why he was planning to solo for the time being.

But now he had to revise his plans…….

“Pfft. The BS people come up with. Does that even make sense?”

“Hacks, my ass. If you’re going to lie, at least make it believable. Who would believe that?”

“He’s just exaggerating because he’s embarrassed about getting beat up.”

“Is there anyone dumb enough to believe that?”

…It seemed like he was worrying for nothing.

Do-hyun nodded, considering their firm reactions.

‘Yeah, I wouldn’t believe it either if I were them.’

Logically, who would think there was a hidden god?

No one would believe a bully no matter how much they talked.

“Still, it’s amazing that he took them all down alone. Even with good gear… he must be incredibly skilled.”

“Maybe he was a graduation-level user who took a request. It’s not like they haven’t made a few enemies.”

“Maybe? Oh, it’s our turn. Let’s go get the pendant quickly.”

After the two people passed by like a storm, it was Do-hyun’s turn.

Left alone, Do-hyun quietly scratched his head.

“I need to be more careful from now on.”

He got away with it this time, but you never know what might happen.

It couldn’t hurt to be cautious.

Anyway, he learned about the Hero Guild and the situation with the bullies, so it was a beneficial experience.

[Acquired the Lost Pendant.]

[Go to Camilla and deliver the pendant.]

“Shall we go level up to 20 then?”

Do-hyun smiled as he held the pendant in his hand.

* * *

“Wow! That’s my pendant! Thank you so much! I would never have found it without you, mister! This is my most precious thing. You’re so kind, so I’ll give you this!”

[Quest ‘Lost Pendant’ completed.]

[Reward: 1 Gold, a certain amount of experience, Camilla’s Small Gift.]

[Camilla’s Small Gift]

[Grade: Common+]

[Description: Camilla has a hobby of collecting unusual objects. This is a random box that contains her most cherished collection. No one knows what’s inside.]

Camilla was overjoyed to receive the pendant, jumping up and down and tearing up as she hugged him.

She was the image of a pure girl.

Even knowing she was an NPC [Non-Player Character], it warmed his heart.

“Don’t lose it again.”

“Yes, thank you so much! Please take good care of it, mister, because it’s really precious to me!”

“Okay, thank you.”

“Hehe. Goodbye, mister!”

Do-hyun smiled warmly like an uncle and stroked her head, and Camilla smiled like a puppy.

[Title ‘Affinity Max From the Start?’ effect is activated. Affinity increases even more.]

[Camilla’s affinity greatly increases.]

‘Is it because she’s young? It’s increasing more.’

Camilla seemed to have received more of the title’s effect because she was so pure.

Do-hyun realized once again that the effect of the title could be applied more or less depending on the NPC, and he moved on.

After parting with Camilla, Do-hyun delivered the news to the next NPCs.

The second place he went was Linda’s potion shop, and she jumped up and down when she heard about the situation in the West Forest.

“Oh my, the West Forest is still a dangerous place. I understand why he gets hurt so often… I can’t let this continue. I have to tell him to quit being a scout right away. He either quits being a scout or quits our relationship…! Ah, ahem. Thank you for telling me, Apostle.”

[Quest ‘West Forest Exploration’ completed.]

[Reward: 1 Gold, a certain amount of experience, 10 Low-Grade HP Potions, 10 Low-Grade MP Potions.]

[Title ‘Affinity Max From the Start?’ effect is activated. Affinity increases even more.]

‘Hmm… I feel a little sorry for that scout.’

He was about to face the crossroads of losing his job or his lover overnight.

Do-hyun briefly mourned for the scout Zeke and finally went to Zlrinna.

As expected of the person who made Do-hyun want to skip her dialogue, Zlrinna’s welcome was extraordinary.

“Oh! You’ve defeated all those vicious insects! Even the best hunters struggle with those insects, you’re really amazing, amazing. I felt it from the first time I saw you, the spirit I felt from you was extraordinary!”

“Ah, yes…….”

“You must have felt it too. The evil emanating from those monsters! The veteran hunters shudder at the wickedness that is different from the monsters of Raven Plains, but how about you?”

“Yes… so-so.”

“Indeed! Really amazing! When I see you, I think of my younger days…….”

Do-hyun gave appropriate answers to Zlrinna’s words, which reminded him of a talkative baseball player.

Then, a tip written in the strategy guide suddenly came to mind.

-ps. Even if you want to punch Zlrinna in the face, you must endure it. Keep my words in mind. Absolutely.

There was such a warning in Arde’s Calde’s description, so he thought he had a similar personality to Calde… but he was an NPC who increased the user’s aggression in a different sense.

Somehow, it seemed worse than he had heard… this wasn’t just a feeling that it was bigger because he was the one being affected.

[Title ‘Affinity Max From the Start?’ effect is activated. Affinity increases even more.]

…….

[Title ‘Affinity Max From the Start?’ effect is activated. Affinity increases even more.]

‘…It doesn’t have to activate at times like this.’

Because he was really showing friendliness with all his might thanks to the title.

That’s how he was listening to and answering trivial things for about 5 minutes in a state of nothingness.

“Hmm! I can trust you with a request.”

The moment those words were uttered, Do-hyun’s eyes focused for the first time.

‘Finally!’

He had been waiting for this moment.

Do-hyun’s eyes became more earnest as he watched Zlrinna’s lips twitch as she glanced over him with serious eyes.

The moment Zlrinna finally spoke after an eternity!

“I know it’s a dangerous request… but can you clear the dungeon?”

Ting-.

[You have cleared the quest ‘Defeat Giant Insects’.]

[Reward: 1 Gold and a certain amount of experience.]

[Linked quest ‘Dungeon Break’ has occurred.]

[Would you like to accept?]

A linked quest appeared with a refreshing notification that made him feel relieved.

[Dungeon Break]

-Grade: Rare

-Description: Zlrinna, who is more wary of the West Forest than anyone else, is worried that the monsters’ power will grow if the dungeon is left unattended for too long.

She expects that you, who have defeated the giant insects of the West Forest that even hunters avoid, will be able to break the dungeon. Successfully break the dungeon.

-Dungeon outside the West Gate (0 / 1)

-Reward for clearing: 10 Gold, a certain amount of experience, 1 Low-Grade Skill Gacha Ticket.

-Risk of failure: Zlrinna may be somewhat disappointed.

-Time limit: 48 hours

It was a linked quest that gave a skill gacha ticket!

As befitting its rare grade, it had a generous amount of gold, and it was a quest that was essential to clear in all strategy guides because it was recognized if you cleared any dungeon in the West Forest.

‘I have to clear this no matter what.’

Do-hyun agreed.

Even though it was a low-grade skill gacha ticket, quests that gave skill gacha tickets were very rare. There were only a handful of quests that could be obtained so easily.

It was like rain in a drought for users who had few skills because they were low level.

“If it’s you, you must…….”

“Of course, it’s possible. Then, I’ll go clear the dungeon right away…….”

“Huh? I’ve brewed some tea, so have some tea…….”

Do-hyun, who pretended not to hear the voice behind him, hurriedly left Zlrinna’s house as far as possible.

After moving about 200m, Do-hyun organized his thoughts.

‘Let’s see… if it’s a dungeon, those ‘two places’ are the most representative, right?’

The Goblin Chief’s Habitat and the Ant Tunnel.

There were a few other dungeons, but these two dungeons were generally the most representative.

The difficulty was moderate and the rewards were the most decent.

‘Considering the Warrior Set, the Goblin Chief’s Habitat is better.’

A place similar to Arde’s Goblin Warrior’s Habitat.

As soon as you enter, goblins from various tribes welcome you, and when you clear half of those goblins, the goblin chief appears.

It wasn’t too difficult because it was a normal boss, but it was a dungeon where a magician was essential because of his characteristics.

‘On the other hand, the Ant Tunnel requires a tanker [a character specialized in absorbing damage].’

The Ant Tunnel is literally a place full of giant ants.

When you enter the tunnel, the ant army rushes in waves through a straight passage, and the dungeon is cleared after blocking up to five waves.

There was a large quantity, but there was no need to fight a boss battle.

Therefore, the role of the tanker who could tank and draw aggro [attention of enemies] was more important than anything else.

It wasn’t a bad choice to pick either…….

‘I’m not drawn to either of them.’

One factor bothered him.

Both dungeons were party types.

‘I don’t want to show my unique abilities yet if possible.’

Like the incident with the Assassin Boy, he didn’t want to reveal the adventurer’s unique effects to people yet.

Well, the solution was simple.

‘Let’s hide it.’

He just needed to use one type of skill appropriately.

There were many options for which class to go with.

There were 3 weapons: greatsword, axe, and dagger, and 2 skills: Charge Slash and Backstab.

Looking at it this way, he had to go with the swordsman or assassin, but it was too early to confirm.

[Level up.]

[You have reached level 20 and acquired a random skill gacha ticket.]

The second random skill gacha ticket was in his hand.

Do-hyun, who seemed to be moved by the appearance of the skill pack he had been hoping for, clenched the card pack tightly and smiled.

‘Let’s see what kind of class skill will come out?’

As if he were seeing a tarot card, Do-hyun unfolded the card that would determine his class luck.

Then, ten cards were spread out in the air.

A message appeared at the same time.

[Eye of Truth is activated.]

‘Please, golden……!’

He could see the colors as he scanned from left to right.

Brown, brown, silver, brown…….

He was really nervous about the brown color, and the moment he saw it to the end, Do-hyun widened his eyes.