ACT 2 Netherworld GO, GO, GO!
Rattle, rattle.
“Co on quickly.”
“What do you want? Well, it’s not a big deal so just roughly pick sothing.”
The 3 rchants yawned and muttered when the bell rang.Their gaming life had beco quite different since they’ve t Ark and thanks to their older brother becoming chaotic, the three little pig siblings were now salesn at Ark’s Comprehensive Store for a low wage.Although they were semi-compelled to take the job, the three pigs didn’t hate it that much.In fact, the three little pig brothers were doing quite well thanks to the ga system.This was because…..rchants raised their skills and levels through various transactions. If they sold a lot of things at once then their growth would naturally be faster.
When their level increased, they could buy items for a cheap price and then sell it for a more expensive price. The three pig brothers began by Buksil purchasing and selling rare goods.Therefore Buksil managed to raise his level faster than other rchants, which led to him buying items for a cheaper price and subsequently raising Sapjil and Ulok’s levels.Even if they were incompetent, they were able to beco better rchants using this shortcut.But Buksil had accompanied Ark so the two of them couldn’t do that sort of work anymore.After they died, it was common for them to lose money and experience in transactions. Thus they were grateful when Ark approached with the offer of a job.
‘At least we won’t lose any experience working here. We also receive a salary. Yes, it’s not that bad to be a salesman here until hyung-nim accomplishes his historical feat. We can’t work in the anti so this shop is good.’
That was the three little pig brothers’ intentions.They had been a little uneasy about Ark’s Comprehensive Store at first but now it was fully settled. Its revenue was around 1~2 tis more than the other stores in Lancel village.Thanks to that, the three pigs were so busy that they barely had ti to eat. However, the three pigs exercised patience and waited for a chance.
‘That Ark is not a rchant. He prepared the store but he won’t always be here.’
‘He will end up going sowhere else in the world! We can just waste ti during business hours!’
‘It will be a win-win situation when that Ark leaves.’
Therefore they snorted when Roco was appointed as store manager.
‘Bah, we have to listen to a girl’s orders?’
‘Huhuhu, we’ll make her cry when Ark disappeared.’
‘You’re mistaken if you think we’re innocent little pigs.’
The three pig brothers smiled sneakily and thought brutal thoughts.Roco definitely had experience from her part-ti job at the mart. She was proficient at stock and cash counting as well as dealing with custors.However, she was still just a girl and would have insufficient force compared to Ark. So the three pig brothers thought up devious sches while listening to Ark.They imdiately revealed their true colours when Ark left the store. They were as heinous as planned!They didn’t do inventory or cleaning, ate during rush hours and left the custors waiting.
“Huhuhu, you see? We can do this too.”
“Hyung-nim, I’m a little shaky doing bad things like this.”
“It’s okay. Just think about hitting Ark. In addition, we should’ve got a salary for 12 hours of doing nothing which is 60 gold a month.” But we didn’t even get our shares!”
In fact, thinking about it that wasn’t their actual salary.A month in New World was 10 days in reality, so their monthly inco in reality would be 180 gold.That was quite high for a part ti job in the ga. But that was Ark’s trap.Ark previously seized a contract where the three pig brothers would provide him with 50 gold each month. However, the current balance of the three pigs had reached rock bottom thanks to the failed transactions so the paynts had been put off.Thanks to the salary, Sapjil and Ulok could now pay Ark the support money.Therefore those two only got a monthly salary of 10 gold. With the money for food and boarding deducted, it was actually only 1 gold. It wasn’t an exaggeration to say that it was exploitation.
“Huk, I’ve suddenly beco sad.”
“Don’t cry, don’t falter. Anyway, we’re going to make Ark drink water.”
Buksil, Sapjil and Ulok beca more inspired and acted even worse.They pretended in front of Roco but once Roco left they would greet visitors with annoyed expressions. The sales which had gone up like crazy suddenly dropped after a few days.
“How much for this item? I don’t know.”
The three pigs murmured without even looking at their guests. Whenever they replied this way, the visitors would just look around and then leave.However, the reactions of the guests was different this ti.
“…..I definitely heard that.”
“Maybe they need a decent education?”
The guests gossiped between them before 1 person suddenly approached the counter.He was a huge man with wide shoulders and bright eyes. He glanced at Sapjil and Ulok playing cards before suddenly hitting the counter and yelling.
“Attention!”
“Huk, why, why did you do that?”
“Why? Aha, that’s a good question.”
The man laughed before grabbing Buksil’s collar and lifting him up.
“I feel like beating up an unfriendly salesman whenever I see one.”
“Huh? What are you…..?”
“Noisy!”
Pepepek, snap, crunch, jjeok!
The effect of various forms of violence endured inside the store.The three pigs lost their spirits as they suddenly beca punching bags. Of course, a user didn’t feel any pain when hit inside the ga.But that didn’t an they felt nothing.There was a jolt of static electricity every ti they were hit.It wasn’t to the extent that they felt pain but they still suffered. In addition, a critical hit caused 3~4 tis the shock so it really felt like they were dying.
“Huk, robbery!”
“G-guards, help us. These people are trying to kill us!”
The three pigs shouted as they barely managed to open the door.A few guards were patrolling so so of them turned their heads when they heard the SOS.
“T-that’s it. You unscrupulous people, you guys are now…..”
“These brats are really noisy.”
However, instead of running away the group of n just stepped on them harder. What was going on? Why weren’t they scared even though the guards were notified?They were even more amazed at the guards’ absurd reaction.
“Ah, Captain. When did you co?”
“Oh, it’s you guys?” I arrived a short ti ago.”
“Why are you beating up those pigs?”
“It’s no big deal. Just doing so work.”
“I understand. If you need any help then just call us.”
The guards saluted before going away.What was with this absurd situation?They were good salesn in the village so why wasn’t the guards helping them? In addition, didn’t they call for help?Yet the guards just left even after seeing the them being beaten up?It wasn’t just the guards. The nearby residents also witnessed such atrocities yet they didn’t care. Even the ow clan elder Hassan waved to the leader of the group before disappearing after a leisurely chat.
‘What the? What on earth is going on?’
‘Are we invisible to the residents?’
The three little pig brothers couldn’t understand their current situation. They were being beaten up for no reason yet no one ca to save them. Why was this unfair thing happening to them?The three pigs shed tears while screaming with pain and chagrin…….
“Why are you doing this?
“Huk, please stop hitting us. We’re good pigs!”
They were almost half crazy by the ti they heard the voice of salvation.
“Omo? This is…..?”
Roco had gone to the training camp to receive the ingredients from the Baran clan and had finally returned. The three pig brothers caught the hem of Roco’s skirt.
“S-store manager!”
“Save us. We didn’t do anything wrong but those people are trying to kill us!”
The three pig brothers shouted as they pointed towards the group of n.The three pig brothers always treated Roco badly when Ark wasn’t present. But in this situation they had no choice but to ask for her help.Roco had a regretful expression as she wiped off the three pigs’ nosebleeds and protested towards the group…..
“Oppas, what is this? I told you not to hit their face so why did you hit their faces?”
“Uh, did you? I’m sorry. I unconsciously did it.”
“How can they engage in business when their faces are like this?”
Roco smiled as she ticulously polished the faces of the three pigs before getting up.
“Okay, it’s done now. Please continue.”
…What was she saying?
Buksil wore a stupid expression as he looked between Roco and the group.Which reminded him…..he had seen those guys before.They were the 11 people previously seen in Selebrid with Ark! That’s right, it was JusticeMan and the rehabilitation mbers. He finally rembered. Then Buksil saw it. There was a light smile on Roco’s face……At the mont, Buksil felt like it was the climax of a terrifying horror movie.
‘Oh my god, it was this. The thing Sid ntioned…..!’
He understood the entire situation after seeing Roco’s smile. When Ark left Lancel village, Sid also returned to Silvana.At that ti, Sid and Buksil were familiar with each other and Sid seed to have guessed his plan.After Ark left, they planned to ignore Roco and make a ss of the store….. Then Sid put his hands on Buksil’s shoulders and said in a serious voice.
“Whatever you’re thinking now, it is better to stop. You don’t know how scary Roco-nim is. Do you think Ark-nim won’t see what you’re doing?”
However, Buksil forgot about it as soon as Sid left.After Ark left, it was just Roco and the three pig brothers remaining. Roco was just holding the store until Ark returned. So the three pig brothers judged Roco to be too nice and did their own things.But he should’ve listened to his senior’s words.
‘Then Roco incited all of this…..devil, that woman is the devil!’
Buksil felt like he saw black wings flapping behind Roco.The Devil’s girlfriend was also a devil.He realized this simple fact too late.After the three pig brothers were turned into minceat, Roco guided JusticeMan and the rehabilitation group to the 2nd floor. JusticeMan and the rehabilitation mbers surveyed the store.
“Yah, I heard about it but that Ark really did set up a store.”
“At any rate, when did that Ark managed to prepare this?”
“Isn’t there quite a lot of items?”
“By the way……you’re managing this store for the mont?”
“Yes, the situation is like this.”
Roco smiled and put on a mock-concerned expression.
“But didn’t oppas act too severely just then?”
The sound of groaning pigs could be heard downstairs.In fact, Roco had suffered quite a lot because of the three pig brothers.She had to work hard to earn gold in order to build that house on the blue adow……but the situation turned bad as soon as Ark left. Thankfully the sales hadn’t decreased that much after Ark left.Roco also had experience with this thanks to her part ti job. Often the n working at the convenience store would pick on Roco after the boss left.But that wasn’t all. Sotis they would even start openly talking dirty. Of course, the three brothers didn’t take it that far but they were similar in that they looked down on won.
‘It would be resolved in an instant if I told Ark oppa……’
But she didn’t want to act weak when Ark trusted her with the store manager position. That’s when she rembered that the rehabilitation mbers were coming to Lancel after they left Jackson.She explained it to JusticeMan who thought up this plan. While the three pigs were being beaten up by JusticeMan, Roco would appear and indirectly plant fear into them.
“You don’t have to worry. Just do it so that those guys will notice.”
“That’s right, if they see signs that you’re worried then they’ll start acting up again.”
“Daring to bother Roco and smashing Ark’s shop, they must be insane.”
“We’ll take care of it.”
“We’re professionals at disciplining guys like this.”
“Instead Roco, you finally did it!”
“Huh?”
“Huhuhu, aren’t you looking after Ark’s livelihood?”
JusticeMan smirked and muttered.
“If a man trusts his livelihood to you then it’s already over.”
“Have strength Roco. Now there’s only one step left. Oppa will cheer for you.”
“Aye, it’s not like that. By the way oppas…..”
Roco got up with a sulky face. She placed several different types of herbal dicines on a tray and placed it on the table.
“These are the goods in the store. Take a look at the flavour.”
Roco truly had a friendly personality.
“Oh, as expected of our cutie. We only have you.”
“Eat a lot. You probably didn’t eat properly while in the underground labyrinth of Cairo.”
“U-underground labyrinth!”
The rehabilitation mbers’ hands there were reaching for the food paused at Roco’s words.And their faces beca gloomy as they looked at each other.
“That’s right, we couldn’t eat properly.
“It’s was three months. Never seeing sunlight, stomach starving while hunting skeletons and slis for three months….. anwhile we…..”
“When compared to the underground labyrinth, a jail cell is like heaven. At least you get to see the sun.”
“Ugh, let’s stop. I’m going to be sick if I think about it anymore.”
The rehabilitation mbers muttered as they started sweating.Yes, the rehabilitation mbers really didn’t want to be reminded of the underground labyrinth again.After going down into the underground labyrinth, the sewers slt like rotting corpses. Their opponents were also skeletons and slis.Although it was interesting at first thanks to gaining levels and items, after three months they felt like they were wondering the labyrinth in a dream.
-You haven’t seen the sunlight in so long that you’ve gained ‘Autism.’
-You haven’t seen the sunlight in so long that you’ve beco ‘Depressed.’
Anyone in those states would’ve given up out of tiredness. But the rehabilitation mbers had their own pride. Ark needed it so they shouted and endured.If the unicorn horn prices hadn’t soared then they would’ve probably still been in the underground labyrinth suffering from depression.
“I would rather be in jail then go back to that underground labyrinth!”
The rehabilitation mbers all nodded and agreed with Jjak-tung’s words. That atmosphere was too gloomy so Roco changed it to sothing else.
“T-thanks to that suffering we’re able to make so Sli’s Immortality Pill.”
“Indeed…..”
Fortunately, the rehabilitation mbers looked a little brighter.
“Didn’t Shambala send a unicorn horn and Sid bought 4 as well? Then we’ve acquired 5?”
“Six.”
“Six?”
“…..Ark oppa gained one more.”
Roco hesitated before explaining.Yes, before Ark left Lancel village he gained one unicorn horn from Roco’s mount, the Unicorn.While speaking with Ark, Roco summoned the Unicorn without thinking. But Ark suddenly looked at the Unicorn like it was surrounded by a golden light. He had cut off the horn six months ago and now it had grown back.
“Roco, that horn…..!”
“No.”
Roco outright refused.The unicorn horn had grown back thanks to Roco’s efforts for half a year. The horn also made the Unicorn look a lot nicer. During her spare ti, Roco had read all the information on the unicorn and found it good food and basically took care of it.When Roco refused, the Unicorn snorted at Ark which made him angry.However, the Unicorn didn’t know a woman’s ntality that well.
“Roco, please. Yes? I’ll divided the earnings with you 7:3. And it’s not for . The rehabilitation hyungs went through all that trouble yet we only obtained 5. You still won’t let? Okay, then 8:2. How about it? I’ll also watch any movie you want to watch this weekend in the evening.”
“R-really? A movie in the evening? Promise?”
Eventually, the Unicorn was abandoned for a movie and dinner.
“Now, this white horse, why don’t you have a short talk with hyung?”
Hihing? Hihihihing? Hihihihing!
Ark grinned as he grabbed the Unicorn’s neck and led it sowhere else.After a while, Ark once again cut off the unicorn horn. After exchanging it with the rehabilitation mbers’ funds for 20%, Ark was able to obtain 200 gold.
‘I’m sorry. But Oppa and I haven’t gone on a date for 3 weeks.’
A woman in love would often do cruel things with no hesitation. Of course, Roco couldn’t explain everything to the rehabilitation mbers so she summarized it quickly.
“I’ll temporarily give it to oppa for 500 gold. We’ll decide if its insufficient later.”
“Well done.”
JusticeMan nodded as he packed the unicorn horn.
“But what is Ark doing that he left you in charge of the store?”
“Ah, that’s right. Ajusshi and oppas wouldn’t have heard yet.”
“Heard what?”
“In fact ….”
Roco explained what Ark had told her.Currently the Hers Alliance had joined up with the Nakujuk to conquer the Netherworld. Ark had gone to the Dark Brothers to ask for help preventing it. JusticeMan and the rehabilitation group’s foreheads wrinkled at the description.
“Those Hers bastards….”
“They went all the way to the Netherworld to pick on Ark?”
“And they also raided the village and enslaved the Baran?”
“Hyung-nim, how can we leave these actions alone?”
“Yes, we can’t keep watching while the Hers Alliance acts like this.”
“And I absolutely don’t want to go back underground.”
JusticeMan nodded at the end of their words.
“Of course. It would be didn’t if I didn’t know, but I can’t do nothing now that I do know. By the way, shouldn’t Ark have consulted us first?”
Then Roco grinned and replied.
“That’s why Ark oppa spoke to before leaving. Oppa asked to explain the situation in the Netherworld to you when you arrived. Of course he thought you would help.”
“Oh, is that right?”
“Probably. Huhuhu, Ark hadn’t forgotten us.”
“This war…..my blood is starting to boil.”
“It’s a good opportunity to try out our new professions.”
Roco’s eyes widened at the end of JusticeMan’s words.
“Change profession? Did you change your profession in Jackson?”
“Huhuhu, I did. I finally found the perfect job for us.”
JusticeMan struck his chest and laughed.
Then Roco noticed sothing different about JusticeMan and the rehabilitation mbers.
“Eh? Oppa, attached to your chest…..dal? It’s a dal?”
“Now you noticed.”
JusticeMan rubbed the shining dal on his chest proudly. Then he explained how he changed professions in Jackson.
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Until recently, JusticeMan and the rehabilitation mbers had no profession.Of course they hadn’t intended it that way.When they arrived at Jackson which was the first place they could switch professions, the Event Quest was triggered and there was no ti. Then after the event quest, he received an offer from Lord Jackson which made him reconsider changing professions.He proposed that if they built up their reputations in the Evil Silrion, when they ca back they would be an autonomous force.Therefore JusticeMan and the rehabilitation mbers headed to Selebrid with hopes of success. But they tangled with the bandit group and got saddled with an unprecedented number level 200 freeloader thieves.That was why JusticeMan and his group went to pay Lord Jackson a visit. It had been over one year since the Lord Jackson made his proposal to them.Yet they never even stepped past the threshold of the Evil Silrion so they were extrely sorry towards Lord Jackson. So he deliberately went in order to give an explanation.
“…..It is an unpleasant thing.”
The young Lord Jackson spoke in a heavy voice. JusticeMan and the rehabilitation mbers didn’t give any excuses and just bowed their heads silently.
“We’re really sorry.”
“You should be sorry. Do you think I’m so narrow-minded that I would bla you for that? In addition, wouldn’t Jackson lose so great talents if I blad you?”
“Huh? What are you…..?”
JusticeMan was puzzled by the end of the Lord’s words. Then the watching Cross interrupted with a smile.
“Teacher, the Lord already knows the circumstances so you don’t have to explain.”
“The thieves you rehabilitated live in Lancel village which is right near Jackson. And Cross ntioned that you helped Ark stop the disturbing plot of Alan and the Asyeosu church. Yet you thought I would be unaware of your deeds?”
The Lord gave an outrageous laugh.Then he tapped JusticeMan’s shoulders lightly and spoke again.
“I am very happy yet regretful as well. I am glad because you brought true justice to the kingdom of Schudenberg. But it is regretful because I can’t keep such wonderful people underneath my command. Sir Cross, bring them to .”
When the Lord beckoned, Cross handed sothing over to him.They were 11 dals with a blue gem inlaid in them.
“Although you don’t realise it yet, your fa and skills have already passed the point of an autonomous force. I went through a long process of appeal with His Majesty for these. You have already obtained the necessary honour and fa, so I wanted a guaranteed position for you. And His Majesty sent the answer a few days ago. These are the Protector dals.”
With the Lord put the dal on JusticeMan, an information window appeared.
Protector dal (Special, Locked)
Item type: 1st rank dal
User restriction: Propensity for Unemploynt 100, Fa 6,000 in the Schudenberg Kingdom.
This dal of Honour is awarded to a person with special achievents recognized by the King.The person with this dal will obtain the title of ‘Guardian.’ A Guardian is soone who is the true definition of justice. In the past centuries, it was an honourable title given to the militia who fought to protect the borders in the Dark Century.
Although the aning has faded, people given the title of Guardian still receive respect.Those who own the dal with receive special treatnt in the all governnt offices depending on their level of fa. In addition, if the nobility gathers a militia then they will give priority command to holders of the dal.
JusticeMan read the information window with a puzzled expression.Then there was a ringing sound and a new information window appeared.
-You have acquired information to switch professions.
If you have not selected a profession when you have acquired a 3rd rank or more dal, you will be given the opportunity to select a new profession depending on the rank of the dal. JusticeMan has received a 1st rank dal so you can change your occupation to ‘Guardian= General.’
JusticeMan has no current profession so there will be no penalty if you change professions.
If you change professions, you will have the opportunity to learn a variety of skills associated with ‘Guardian=General.’ However, ‘Guardian=General’ belongs to a special category of professions which can’t be cancelled once they have been selected.
Would you like to change your profession?
“C-change profession?”
The rehabilitation mbers also murmured after receiving their dals.Just like JusticeMan, each of the rehabilitation mbers had their information updated when they wore the dals.When they read the description of ‘Guardian’ it sounded similar to a knight profession. However, it wasn’t just a knight wielding a sword. Each of them had a specific type of job depending on their skill set. It was similar to a branch of service in the army.Just receiving the dal didn’t make it possible to change to Guardian.The necessary conditions was 100 propensity for employnt and 6,000 fa. It was a condition that users who normally changed professions between level 15~20 couldn’t even imagine. In addition, there was a minimal strength, stamina and agility value set by the limitations of the professions.Before changing into a Guardian, they needed to exceed at least 100 points in each stat!Who on earth would wait to change professions until then? However, it wasn’t a problem for JusticeMan and the rehabilitation mbers since they were over level 200.
“I am convinced that you are suited for these dals.”
The Lord said with a warm smile.He was advising them to change to the professions available thanks to the dals.Those words convinced JusticeMan.Here was a good person who acknowledged them. And he gave a proper reward for that acknowledgent.They had halfway given up on reality and just lived in the ga. JusticeMan wouldn’t refuse the job even if it was ridiculously bad.
“I’ll change my profession!”
“Pay your respects to the new Guardian!”
“Wah ah ah!”
The soldiers lined up on both sides and cheered at the Lord’s command.At the sa ti, the profession information window floated in front of JusticeMan.
Guardian = General
Long ago, there was a famous general who led the militia during the Dark Century.
Since you’ve changed your profession to General using the dal of Honour, you can’t officially influence the Kingdom’s soldiers. However, the soldiers will have a very favourable impression of you and will offer you a variety of anities. In addition, you can learn more professional skills to govern an army. After changing to ‘Guardian’, there will be an added bonus and you can use a special strategy.
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