The Legendary Moonlight Sculptor - Chapter 33-9

Chapter 33-9

Chapter 9) Seo-yoon Caught in Between

Weed and Seo-yoon acted like tourists as they travelled through the Mapon Kingdom .

“Shall we ride together in a carriage?”

“Thank you . ”

After walking part of the way, a generous NPC merchant gave them a carriage ride . Weed carved sculptures in the carriage and asked .

“Would you like to trade?”

“I have olives and eggplants . It is difficult to get a fair price due to the war . ”

Weed and Seo-yoon were moving across the whole continent . They had no choice but to be astonished by the enormity of the Versailles Continent . When talking with the residents, they were reproducing the time when Nodulle and Hilderun lived . It was even possible to ask about the Niflheim Empire in the north .

“Ah, that…our merchants haven’t gone that far . The monsters there are too wild . ”

“The monsters in the north are stronger?”

“I think so . And it is on such a large scale that it would be no use even if we go there with mercenaries . And mercenaries don’t like going there . But merchants who have gone to the north received large amounts of profit . The Niflheim Empire has many rare, quality products so I would like to visit it one day . ’

In the past, the Niflheim Empire was very powerful . Exchanges with the Central Continent wasn’t very active so many rumours spread about it . Weed’s head was full of thoughts .

‘We need to go to Boden village . In order to do that, we need to pass through the Mapon Kingdom safely . But our infamy is a bit high so it will be a problem if we pass through cities and villages . ’

Residents could check infamy and fame . The ordinary residents wouldn’t understand but it would be a problem if he encountered soldiers or the Royal Knights . It was natural for Weed and Seo-yoon to be wanted after their actions .

‘Then maybe we shouldn’t go faster and just raise our experience and fame as we travel?’

Weed was an expert at finding solutions for disadvantageous situations . He utilized his various skills and information . His most important asset was playing cheap tricks .

‘This is the Versailles Continent in the past . Them a large number of dungeons that will be unearthed later is still untouched . ’

A monster’s habitat, bandits’ den, places of historical events, secluded magicians, etc . There were various reasons why a dungeon could be created or destroyed . Once the doors of Royal Road were opened, people would unearth ancient treasures buried in the dungeons .

If Weed and Seo-yoon entered those dungeons…no one would’ve entered them yet so they could receive the first time visitor benefits and the treasure . Of course, he would have detailed information about the dungeon beforehand!

‘Besides, right now there are no competitors . ’

There were no other users so it would be easy to receive quests from the residents . If he collected the information that existed now then they could become the first visitors to all the dungeons .

Weed felt like he had picked up 100 won from the street . It was a situation where he couldn’t be happier!

“Let’s go hunting . We know this dungeon . ”

Weed had prepared a long explanation so that Seo-yoon could understand . But she answered immediately .

“Well, we’re the only ones in this time . It would be great to become the first visitors to the dungeon . ”

“So… . . ”

“I’ve been thinking about it since the log cabin and I think it will be okay . ”

“…… . ”

Weed sometimes good tired around a clever woman . His body could relax . But he became mentally deprived! He tried his hardest to come up with something but the other person had already thought of it first .

“We’re travellers that can’t enter a city… . ”

“We should obtain a map from travellers and prepare supplies from merchants . If our infamy lowers then we can comfortably enter Boden village . ”

“The trackers… . ”

“The forces of the Sea God fought with the Mapon Kingdom so chasing us beyond the border will be difficult . If they do manage to chase us, they’ll be forced to deal with the soldiers in the Mapon Kingdom . ”

Seo-yoon knew Weed’s mind too well . So she had thought of all this already .

“Do you know what I was thinking a short while ago?”

“Yes . ”

“What am I thinking about?”

“The increase in electricity bills . ”

“Heeok!”

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Seo-yoon and Weed headed to the closest dungeon in the Mapon Kingdom .

“Here . ”

The entrance wasn’t hard to find . The dungeon had been unearthed 2 years after the Versailles Continent opened . The treasures left in this place was huge . He had a large stomach-ache watching it on the television .

“Okay . We’re starting . ”

Weed and Seo-yoon finished their battle preparations and entered the dungeon .

“As expected . ”

The monsters in this place weren’t that difficult and they managed to conquer it in 2 days .

“Inspect!”

Set items! He gathered Karmung’s spear, sword and all the armour pieces .

“Huhuhu, these goods are as expected . ”

Karmung’s spear, sword and armour were intact .

“We should go somewhere else quickly . ”

“Indeed!”

Weed shouted with joy . The entrance was within the mountains and they were the first visitors .

He had obtained information about Venus’s Treasury from the Dark Gamers Union but in didn’t exist in that time anymore .

“I am lucky…even if the sky collapses, I am a person who will still pick up money . ”

This quest was worth doing . He collected quite a bit of profit . He didn’t know how the final secret sculpting technique quests would end but right now Weed was fortunate .

“Originally, horoscopes will change depending on the year . ”

Weed and Seo-yoon swept through the dungeons with a positive mind .

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Bardray and the Hermes Guild!

“Bergen Castle has surrendered . The death toll on our side is 38,000 . The walls have been completely destroyed and residents are living outside . The Black Sword Mercenaries were defeated and abandoned the castle . ”

“Congratulations on occupying the Gradian Kingdom . Your Majesty . ”

The Hermes Guild devoured all the land in the Gradian Kingdom and finally made the capital city surrender . Lafaye’s side know their Lion Hunting plan and didn’t miss the opportunity .

The Hermes Guild gave Bardray a lot of troops and sent him towards the Gradian Kingdom . The overwhelming force of Bardray and the Royal Guards defeated the Black Sword Mercenaries!

It was confusing for the Black Sword Mercenaries since they thought their plan had been progressing . But once the balance of power tilted, it was difficult to restore . .

The Black Sword Mercenaries were driven into a defensive, melee fight . The Allied Forces were also complaining about the Lion Hunting operation . They had united to defeat the dangerous Hermes Guild . But that didn’t necessarily mean they would help in times of emergency . Their only concern was defeating the Hermes Guild so they refused the Black Sword Mercenaries’ request for help under a pretext .

In the end, the Black Sword Mercenaries suffered repeated defeats and ran away from the Gradian Kingdom .

“The Gradian Kingdom occupation ceremony is almost ready, Your Majesty . ”

Bardray shook his head at the chamberlain’s words .

“Defer that . I will be chasing after the Black Sword Mercenaries . ”

The troops of the Haven Empire were pleased that the Gradian Kingdom was conquered and didn’t stay long . They immediately caught up with the Black Sword Mercenaries in the Nest Kingdom .

The Nest Kingdom was already at war with the Haven Empire but Bardray hit them from the direction of the Gradian Empire .

Title: The strong Hermes Guild . Where is the end?

Many people are wishing for the downfall of the Hermes Guild .

But they have never been defeated in their battles so far .

The Versailles Continent is going to be theirs .

Title: I fought directly against the Haven Empire .

I’m a magician from the ruined Lasalle Kingdom . At that time, they were just the Haven Kingdom .

A person who only sees the video probably won’t understand . They are a dreadful existence that causes despair .

The Hermes Guild packed with high level users is like looking up at the sun . The NPCs are also soldiers trained to systematically move .

Many of my friends participated in the siege but it is like children trying to fight adults .

The Hermes Guild, no Haven Empire’s victory? It is natural . They are overwhelmingly strong .

The reactions on the bulletin board were explosive .

-It can’t be denied that Bardray is the strongest person .

-It is only a matter of time until the Haven Empire occupies the Britten Alliance Kingdom .

-It won’t be long .

-Will the north be able to hold out until the end? The north is the one who destroyed the Haven Empire’s Northern Expedition .

–It is far away so it will survive . It isn’t the strongest but… .

-Once the Hermes Guild makes up their mind, the north will be decimated .

-It isn’t possible to compare the Central Continent and the recently pioneered north .

-Isn’t it possible if the users come together?

-The northern users? If they gather then the Haven Empire won’t pause and will squash them .

-Will the Haven Empire ignore them? They have the best users and military . There are many beginners in the north so they can’t compare .

-The Hermes Guild is undoubtedly strong .

-This is the paradise of the Hermes Guild .

-The Hermes Guild should go away!

A myriad of statements popped up on the bulletin boards . It was evidence that all users feared the pace of the Hermes Guild .

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“Oh, it really was a long road . ”

Weed and Seo-yoon rode into Boden village .

They had ridden around the Versailles Continent and cleared 2 more dungeons before arriving . Weed had gained 6 levels and reached 438 . It was difficult to gain experience once the level become high so this was the benefit of discovering the dungeon first .

He also sold the sculptures he made to merchants in the Mapon Kingdom .

“This wonderful sculpture! You have been hiding great skills . ”

Weed’s name wasn’t spread over this continent so it was rare for people to know his name . That’s why it was easier to increase fame when selling sculptures .

“The sculpture is my life . I wouldn’t sell it if it wasn’t good . ”

“The price will be high for a rare work like this!”

Later he entered a city and dealt directly with aristocrats .

“Well, you’ve managed to express the tone and atmosphere . I’ll generously give you gold coins . ”

“Thank you very much, Sir Count! I was wondering about my skills . I’m glad that Sir Count sees something worthy in my work . ”

“Hahahat, I’ll also give a jewel!”

“Your kindness is very big!”

The flattery that earned him more profit! Weed made a large amount of money even in times of war . The skill proficiency of sculpting reached 82 . 3% of advanced level 9 and handicraft reached 88 . 7% of advanced level 9 .

Furthermore, his rise in fame reduced the influence of infamy . They comfortably moved from the Mapon Kingdom to Portu Kingdom and arrived at Boden village .

Weed felt regret .

“It would have been nice if we came more slowly . ”

He was in a hurry due to the situation on the Versailles Continent but he would’ve liked to stay for 1 year to hunt in dungeons . They hadn’t seen any trackers from the Sea God’s followers while travelling in the Mapon Kingdom so they were either defeated in the battlefield or couldn’t cross the border .

“Where should we go now?”

Seo-yoon asked while changing her armour .

It was a bright and clean silver studded with tiny jewels . Once a battle began and the ability of a berserker started to be exercised, the jewels would turn increasingly dark towards the colour of blood .

Weed and Seo-yoon deliberately didn’t touch some monsters and hunted the boss class monsters that dropped nice berserker items . Weed didn’t obtain anything nicer than the Goddess’ Knight Armour but got a rather good helmet and boots .

He had picked up the Devil’s Helmet from the devil Montus . It contained a great power but there was a severe penalty so he didn’t use it .

“I don’t know . We’ll see after entering the village . ”

Weed went inside in order to complete the quest . Boden village was a small place with approximately 100 houses .

“This is like the early days of Morata . ”

“There aren’t a lot of people and it has a cosy feeling . ”

“Talk to everyone and see if there is a quest . If there isn’t a quest in this small place then we will go to a big city . ”

“Later we should find a chance to visit the Niflheim Empire . ”

“It would be nice if that is possible… . anyway, it won’t be easy . ”

They walked along the main street of the village .

“His Majesty the King . The King is coming . ”

“His Majesty is coming to survey Boden village . ”

The residents came out on the streets and bowed down . A sudden development! Weed and Seo-yoon looked at the street from a distance .

He was the King of the Arpen Kingdom but that was no use in this time . In addition, he would be happy to lower his head if there was any benefits .

‘Should I sell a sculpture to the King?’

The king came riding into town with 1,000 knights and soldiers . A magnificent procession!

‘Money is superfluous . I heard that rumour about the Portu Kingdom . ’

They had the best fertile land and mines in the area . The Portu Kingdom was in the Central Continent and later gave birth to the Lasalle Kingdom .

“You there, raise your head . ”

The king who looked like a mix between a bullfrog and a black pig said as he saw Seo-yoon standing on the corner .

“A woman with such a strong aura is rare . ”

“…… . ”

Seo-yoon didn’t say anything .

“Tell me your name . ”

“…… . ”

“Hilderun, a name that refers to the sea on a sunny day . ”

She didn’t speak but the King already knew her name . This was a special event related to the quest .

“Come with me to the palace . Your legs look uncomfortable so I will heal it . My daughter will prepare dresses and jewels for you and a sumptuous banquet will be held for 100 days . ”

The king spoke some amazing words .

Seo-yoon looked at Weed . It would be nice if he screamed at the king not to touch his girlfriend or showed anxiety!

“Excuse me… . ”

Weed walked forward .

“His Majesty is talking you country bumpkin!”

His shoulder was instantly grabbed by a knight . Of course, it was possible to resist if he fought . But they were Royal Knights so their levels weren’t low .

‘Is this going to be another tough quest?’

Weed and Seo-yoon locked eyes .

If that was the case then it was better to attack at the same time . They didn’t know the structure of the village but it was better to get as far away as possible . He would also have to fight the soldiers beyond the knights .

It was a difficult situation with the odds against them .

“Keheok!”

But at that moment, Weed suddenly coughed up blood . The King of Portu was laughing meanly .

“You weakling, your face has turned black like you have a heavy disease . Hilderun, if you don’t follow me then that man will cough up blood and die . But if you follow me then I will give the cure . ”

Ddiring!

Weed thought quickly .

‘How did this happen?’

The situation had suddenly changed . His body was suffering from aches like he was in hospital and he was frequently coughing .

Ddiring!

‘This took a strange and unexpected turn . ’

Weed had changed into level 100 leather armour before entering the village . Yet these message windows rose excessively . He murmured in a low voice for confirmation .

“Stat Window . ”

‘Unbelievable . ’

Weed was secretly astonished . His name was changed to Nodulle and it was the same for his abilities! All the stats he worked hard to accumulate had been reduced except for the Art stat .

‘Perhaps, then my skills… . ’

Weed checked his skills and most of them were gone except for his sculpting skills . Apart from sculpting, the 5 secret techniques and handicraft, everything else was gone . Only the skills related to art remained .

Now he couldn’t run away anymore . He might die depending on Seo-yoon’s choice . The contents of Seo-yoon’s message window was different from Weed’s .

Ddiring!

If Weed knew this then he would be even more anxious but Seo-yoon replied like it was natural .

“I will do anything to save him . Take me there . ”

“Good . ”

The protagonists were now following Nodulle and Hilderun’s situation in the past .

Ddiring!

The Portu King took Seo-yoon away .

Weed didn’t just watch without resisting . The final secret sculpting technique couldn’t be lost like this . It was the end if Seo-yoon died!

‘No . It also makes sense . This is his destiny but I can’t let my guard down . It is like picking up money on the street only to have the owner come… . ’

And fairy tales from Nodulle and Hilderun often ended in tragedy . To be honest, a happy love affair was rarer! That was the reason why Weed didn’t dream of a girlfriend or marriage .

‘I have to put up with parents of my wife, wedding costs, honeymoon, housing, fighting at home… . these days, I heard that designer handbags are necessary before marriage . And there are all the challenges after marriage . The expenses when giving birth to a child and their education costs… . ’

Reality was too hard to live on just love . Instead, the sweethearts who ran away together would have one of them taken away by the king .

‘I can’t deny it . It fits perfectly with the narrative . ’

Weed was convinced . The knight that grabbed him was about to leave when Weed asked .

“T…hat, treatment… . medicine?”

Seo-yoon was taken away and he had to get the cure!

The knight just laughed . Of course, it was a rotten laugh so Weed didn’t smile along .

“There is no medicine . Kuk kuk . ”

“Go and die in pain . ”

In ordinary circumstances, it was natural for the person to be angry . But Weed’s spirit had become calm .

He couldn’t trust anyone in this world . His heart was already prepared since he couldn’t trust the Portu King . Just because it was in the contents of the quest didn’t mean there was a cure .

“Ah, I…see… I…under…stand…”

Weed quietly waited until the knight left . If he resisted then he would just die . He needed time to organize everything .

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