Chapter 146

Chapter 146: Roy, Rose (2)

Near Seoul . 50 Awakened searched around with resolute determination . The slightest negligence was dangerous so they couldn’t breathe easily .

A place that had been a huge city one year ago was already in ruins . Skulls were scattered all over the place as crows cried out . The cracked asphalt roads, abandoned cars and broken windows . . .

It was a place with no life . Only the sounds of death could be heard .

“Stop . ”

The Awakened in the front raised a hand . The 50 people simultaneously stopped .

The captain was called Jin Woo-ram . His team was scouting around Seoul for a mission .

Jin Woo-ram confirmed the footprints on the ground and spoke .

"Four days ago, massive creatures started moving in this direction . The footprints of trolls and a few ogres seem to be mixed together . In the east to west direction . The estimated number is 500 . ”

Gulp!

All of the team members were nervous .

There were only 50 Awakened here .

However, there were 500 intermediate trolls and advanced ogres . No matter how many elites were gathered here, it was impossible to defeat so many creatures . It would just be a massacre .

"Do you intend to follow?”

One of the team members asked .

It was reckless . Common sense made it clear that following the footprints was too dangerous .

But Jin Woo-ram ignored their words .

"Hundreds of Awakened are being raised as food . Among them are the main members of each guild . If we lost them all then there is no future for South Korea . ”

"But . . . the behaviour of the creatures has become strange since a few days ago . They have become very violent . ”

That’s right . The reason was unknown but the creatures had lost their senses a few days ago . They ran wild and smashed everything . Even birds couldn’t escape being wiped out .

Jin Woo-ram knew all this . However, he was still confident until the end .

"10 days ago, the drone reconnaissance confirmed that they are alive . Abandoning the survivors . . . if you leave then never show up in front of me again . ”

Jin Woo-ram’s words caused silence . No one wanted to say anything .

They confirmed that hundreds of Awakened were alive but 10 days had already passed .

10 days! They could have been killed in that time .

The creatures had gone wild so they couldn’t confirm how many were still alive . To be honest, few of the members were very hopeful . They were convinced that all the captured people were already dead .

Nevertheless, Jin Woo-ram didn’t give up hope . If hundreds of Awakened were alive then there was hope that the situation could be overturned . There was a low probability . The lives of the 50 people here were also at risk .

"There are a number of airborne creatures so we need to move as carefully as possible . ”

Jin Woo-ram went ahead first .

The ruined Seoul . . . the 50 people moved to find the slightest bit of hope .

Before long, the target location was found .

Jin Woo-ram and the team spread prepared troll faeces all over their bodies .

The stench penetrated their noses but they didn’t care . This act was skillfully carried out like they were accustomed to it .

A pair of Awakened with detection and stealth skills went on patrol .

"There is a tunnel 500 metres from here . We can avoid the creatures and verify the situation . ”

Jin Woo-ram was extremely prudent as a leader . He wanted to save the survivors but he needed to confirm it first . He couldn’t move recklessly .

If those gathered here were wiped out . . . the bad situation in South Korea would get worse .

The scouting members spread out as much as possible . They were to closely watch the movements of the creatures in order to be prepared .

Kkuruk .

Kuooooh .

The trolls drooled and looked around blindly . It made them extremely anxious . Fearsome teeth were revealed .

The ogres didn’t hide their desire to kill . One wrong move would turn the members into victims . Just imagining it was terrible .

'There are approximately 500 trolls and three ogres . ’

Jin Woo-ram’s mind was complicated .

The number of South Korean talents being held was approximately 30,000 . 500 was a small number but the number of Awakened moving around South Korea was limited .

The five large guilds in the past were almost in decline . Communication was cut off and the survivors were besieged by sudden raids . It was no different from the entire guild system collapsing .

-Survivors have been found . There are 200 people alive . Their conditions are very poor .

Soon the radio went off .

200 survivors!

Jin Woo-ram gripped his fists tightly .

'If we can rescue them safely . . . ’

There could be a reversal . It could form a basis for driving the creatures out of the collapsed Seoul .

However, he was temporarily off guard due to that joy .

Kieeeek!

A few wyverns in the air found him and cried out loud .

Although they were covered with the troll faeces, their bodies weren’t hidden . Once confirmed with the naked eye, they were humans again and the targets of the creatures .

Gruruk .

Grruk?

The trolls turned their heads .

Kung! Kuwuong!

The ogres also moved their massive bodies .

“Damn!”

Jin Woo-ram spat out with disgust .

The wyverns were a problem . They blocked the rear so three team members had already died .

The situation was the worst . They would surely be wiped out .

Therefore, Jin Woo-ram and the team members chose to struggle .

“Let’s show them the power of humans!”

If they were going to die then they would take as many creatures with them as possible .

The humans couldn’t be looked down on . Although their numbers were small, all the Awakened here were quite influential . They would let these creatures know that humans weren’t just food . The dignity of humankind wouldn’t be trampled on by the creatures .

Everyone had the idea of taking at least half down with them .

And the sword-wielding Jin Woo-ram shouted into the radio .

"We will be the bait to buy some time . Help the survivors escape!”

They would fight to the death .

It was okay if they died . The world had changed and their precious people had already died . There was nothing to lose so they would have no regrets about being buried in the ground . Most of the Awakened gathered here felt this way .

So . . . they hoped the survivors would be rescued while they died .

They hoped . It was a small sacrifice .

Chwack!

Skin was torn with their swords . Blood was spilled . The team members were desperate .

-Captain!

"Don’t dawdle!”

A desperate voice flowed from the radio . Jin Woo-ram couldn’t afford to talk .

He was enclosed on all sides . Team members prayed as they died .

‘Dear God! Look down on us . I don’t mind dying so please! Please!’

"Kuaaaak!"

Screams from the members could be heard every moment .

The group of 50 was cut in half in an instant . They couldn’t drag out the time . If they hung in there a little bit more then morale would rise .

Jin Woo-ram cut down a troll and shouted .

“We are humans! We . . . are strong!”

10 minutes .

No, it wasn’t even five minutes!

There was a clear possibility the survivors could get out alive if they lasted that long . Those sent to scout were all strong . The ones who hid their bodies came out .

Kueeeh!

But . . . the ogres joined forces and it became more difficult .

Kwaduk!

Kung!

They were being stepped on . It was impractical to think about the dignity of humans .

The end? It was only up to here .

Jin Woo-ram bit his lip .

Everyone slowly gave up hope .

Chwaaaak!

A knight in silver armour ran among the creatures . His long lance was swung and killed dozens of trolls at once .

Hwaruruk!

Black fire hit the creatures and burned them down .

The survivors, including Jin Woo-ran, naturally turned their gazes in that direction .

At the same time, their eyes widened .

Black flames and huge wings . A person wearing a skull mask and black armour . An overwhelming presence could be felt just by looking at him .

Grrr . . .

The creatures also hesitated as they felt something .

The silver knight ran like the wind and quickly cut down the creatures . It took no more than 10 minutes to wipe out the 500 creatures .

Everyone was at a loss for words .

After the situation was wrapped up, Rose opened her mouth .

"How is it? Do you see Rose’s skills? Roy just watched . ”

She moved M3 alone . I briefly recalled the scene of M3 fighting .

"There are too many unnecessary tricks . ”

Rose pouted .

"Queen-nim praised me . . . as expected, Master is too picky! I'll try harder . "

Still, her attitude of not giving up was commendable . She didn’t seem like a child and this might be due to Chrisley’s influence . She was properly trained .

After killing all the enemies, M3 made its way over . Behind it, the 20 Awakened were just staring blankly .

"Who is the representative?”

“M . . . me . ”

A bear-like man came out .

I immediately looked with Mind’s Eye .

Name: Kim Woo-ramOccupationHero (Warrior)Title

* Take Charge (R, Strength +4)

* Early Stage Master Fighter (U, Strength and Stamina +3)

StatsStrength62 (+7)Intelligence55Agility49Stamina57 (+3)Magic Power52 Potential: (275+10/368)

Uniqueness: None

Skill: Warrior’s Will (U), Sensory Activation (R), Identify Weakness (Ex, U)

This was a good level for a human . The levels of the other Awakened were similar as well .

I spoke to Jin Woo-ram who was awkwardly standing there .

“There are other Awakened not far away . Their attack?”

“Ah . . . !”

Jin Woo-ram realized the important fact and pulled out his radio .

"All the creatures have been dealt with . Join us . ”

-That . . . are you serious?

"There was external assistance . ”

-I understand . We will immediately depart .

After a short radio conversation, Jin Woo-ram turned towards me .

"Thank you so much for saving us . I am a member of the Mithril Guild, Jin Woo-ram . ”

It was familiar . I frowned and asked .

“The top five guilds?”

"That's right . Although now we are mere scraps . . . of course, everyone gathered here doesn’t belong to the Mithril Guild . ”

I knew a few points . It was because Gaparam’s book contained some details mentioned . But this was the first time I had seen a living Awakened in South Korea .

"Are you moving to rescue the survivors? I didn’t think this type of force still remained . ”

“We have a base in Yongin . That . . . do you mind if I ask who you are?”

“A hunter . ”

“Huh?”

Jin Woo-ram and his team showed signs of alarm .

However, I was reluctant to admit that I was the leader of the ‘Devil Hunters’ raid group when I was accompanied by dark elves . Things were occurring different from my previous life so there was a possibility of Pandemonium using the humans .

Maybe the fact that I was the Devil Hunters’ captain had already been identified . It would be different in my past life but Okullos had already broken the taboo .

‘There is nothing wrong with being careful . ’

It was hard to see ahead .

The stereotypes needed to be boldly broken down .

I cleaned up my thoughts and murmured .

"I have no intention of harming you . ”

"I'm sorry . If you don’t reveal it properly then I can’t easily believe you . Besides, the identities of the two dark elves beside you are very suspicious . . . thank you for saving us, but we can’t let our guard down . ”

Jin Woo-ram explained with restless eyes .

It was like I expected .

On the other hand, Rose exploded .

"Queen-nim’s words are correct . Humans really are stupid . Why do they doubt Master who saved them? I would have killed them already if I wanted to . ”

"Stay still . "

" . . . Yes . "

Rose’s cheeks reddened .

Roy just fidgeted and looked between Rose and I . Both of them were cute like Yihi, but now wasn’t the time to appreciate it .

“I am going to the south . I will be getting rid of any creatures I meet along the way . You can follow me or go your own way . ”

I turned around after saying that .

Rose poked her tongue out at the humans before following behind me .

“ . . . Captain-nim . ”

“Shit . ”

Jin Woo-ram frowned as one of his team members spoke .

After the 200 survivors joined them, the group would have to lead them back to Yongin . If they encountered any creatures while heading to the south then there could be massive amounts of victims .

Jin Woo-ram glanced at the surviving Awakened .

They couldn’t even rebel properly and were almost wiped out by 500 creatures .

It was difficult to think of that person as a human . He had never heard of dark elves following a human before .

Should they follow the mystery man or try to head to the south with their own strength?

After a moment of thinking, Jin Woo-ram made a decision .

“Follow!”

They had no choice .