[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-reincarnated-as-an-elf-prince":3,"chapter-reincarnated-as-an-elf-prince-reincarnated-as-an-elf-prince-chapter-38":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Reincarnated as an Elf Prince",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},267353,538,"Chapter 38 38: Dungeon Clearing (2)","reincarnated-as-an-elf-prince-chapter-38",38,"\u003Cp>Lindarion moved swiftly across the battlefield, aiding his teammates whenever he could.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Mana Shot]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A sphere of mana formed in his palm, pulsing with energy before he fired it toward a humanoid figure. The moment the shot struck, the figure vanished into thin air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Six!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lindarion shouted as he confirmed the kill.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'I can do this. We can do this.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Swords clashed, their echoes ringing through the cavern. Arrows sliced through the air in every direction. Lindarion fought against a humanoid figure, parrying and countering its attacks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, a piercing scream cut through the battlefield.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sound sent a shudder down his spine.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dodging an incoming strike, he turned toward the source—just in time to see Trainee 42 collapse, impaled from behind by the sword of a creature.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lindarion's body tensed. His stomach twisted at the sight of his teammate's blood pooling on the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their eyes met for a brief moment before—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lindarion disappeared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Shadow Step]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then suddenly he reappeared near 42.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Darkness swirled around him as he manipulated his core's energy. A black orb materialized in his grasp, crackling ominously before he launched it toward the figure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The thing tried to flee. It was pointless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment the darkness touched it, its existence was erased—consumed as if it had never been there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lindarion picked up 42's body as she lay there on the ground like a doll. Without hesitation he sprinted toward 112.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'Come on. She can't die here. Not on my watch.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The other trainees paled at the sight of their fallen comrade.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't give up! It's not over yet!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lindarion's voice carried through the battlefield as he placed 42 in front of 112. Without hesitation, 112 began healing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Team Leader! We need help!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Trainee 12 shouted, panic in his voice. With 42 down, their formation had broken, forcing them onto the defensive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'We can't fall apart now.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Shadow Step]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lindarion reappeared beside 12 just in time to deflect a strike that would have ended him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, he was burning through his mana pool pretty quickly. Too quickly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Push forward! There's only six left!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lindarion and 12 continued to press the attack, leading the charge. The others followed, regrouping into pairs to fight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One by one, the figures fell.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Vanishing into nothingness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As soon as all the enemies fell the mist started clearing up slowly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Mana Perception]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No more enemies left.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lindarion exhaled sharply, scanning the area before turning toward 112—who sat frozen on the ground, clutching 42's hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The rest of the team approached, forming a silent circle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>112 trembled, hands stained red.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I… I couldn't heal her. The wound—i-it wouldn't close.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tears welled in 112's eyes, voice breaking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Mana Perception]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"She's gone.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lindarion's voice was quiet, but final.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No trace of mana remained inside of her core, it looked completely devoid of any mana.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His stomach churned as he forced his expression to remain neutral.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The others started shaking, eyes locked on 42's lifeless body. She lay there as if peacefully asleep—except for the gaping wound in her chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'In the end, I couldn't protect everyone.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lindarion clenched his fists, his body trembling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'But it's not over. We still have to move forward.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He scanned his teammates. Grief was etched into their faces. Words failed him. He hadn't prepared for this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"…We have to keep going.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His voice was gentle, but the reaction was immediate. Some turned to him in disbelief—like wounded animals.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How can you say that?! How the hell do you expect us to just keep going?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>198 stepped forward, shouting as her voice wavered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'I understand. I feel the same. But we have no choice.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lindarion's arms were still trembling as he stared at 42's lifeless body. A sight he didn't want to see.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We have to move forward. There's no other option.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His words hung in the air. Everyone knew he was right. But none of them wanted to admit it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What if we just leave? What if we quit?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>198's voice cracked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'You know damn well that we can't.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lindarion said nothing. Instead, he pulled out his communicator.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>{Team Leader reporting. Magnus, Trainee 42 is dead. Requesting permission to withdraw.}\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, he already knew the answer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>{…Denied. You can only exit the dungeon after it has been cleared. Continue forward team leader.}\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Magnus's voice echoed through their devices.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>198 gritted her teeth, her face twisting with frustration.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lindarion knelt and gently closed 42's eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The others watched in silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We need to go. I know it hurts. I hate that we have to leave her behind. But staying here puts all of us in danger.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His voice was quiet, but firm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He could only hope they would understand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"…He's right. We have to move.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Trainee 12 tightened his grip on his sword, nodding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>8 and 12 turned to Lindarion, awaiting his command.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I agree. If we don't move forward, we'll be next.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>71 stepped up, nodding as well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>198 clenched her jaw but said nothing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One by one, the others turned toward Lindarion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Waiting for his orders.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We'll leave 42's body here for now. We'll take it on our way out.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lindarion could have stored the body in the system's black hole. But doing so in front of so many people? That would raise far too many questions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'What would I even say… 'I just stored her in my infinite inventory'?'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shaking his head, he scanned the group.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We'll move soon, maintain formation even without 42. Stay alert.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The mist had fully dispersed, revealing an even larger gate at the end of the chamber. Its surface was adorned with intricate carvings, as if a master artisan had spent millennia crafting them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Breathtaking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Take a moment to gather yourselves.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lindarion just needed a little time for his mana to recover. The others didn't sit either—they simply stood there, awaiting his next command.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'…at least it's somewhat restored.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He thought as his eyes scanned through the uneasy group of trainees.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ever since he had absorbed Selene using the darkness, his mana pool had skyrocketed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shaking off his thoughts, he turned to the others.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let's go.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His voice echoed through the now-empty chamber as he strode toward the gate. The others followed closely behind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A-Are we really going in?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>112's hesitant voice came from the back as they neared the entrance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"There's no other way forward. Stay sharp.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At his command, everyone gripped their weapons and took their positions. Lindarion placed both hands on the gate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'What kind of hell awaits on the other side?'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The stone was icy cold, almost burning to the touch. As he pushed, a thunderous rumble filled the cavern. The sheer weight of the door sent shockwaves through the air, like a cannon blast rolling through the chamber.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beyond the gate was nothing but darkness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'…?'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, torches flared to life, revealing a grand hall. A long, crimson carpet stretched across the center, its golden embroidery shimmering under the flickering flames.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the very end of the room—another door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And in the middle of the carpet…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A throne.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Carved from solid black stone, its very presence seemed to radiate an endless, suffocating darkness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'A throne? This place… feels like a royal palace.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lindarion glanced back and gave a silent nod.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The group cautiously advanced.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then—the ground trembled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Behind them, the gate slammed shut, unleashing a powerful gust of wind that could have easily swept away an unprepared man.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Mana Perception]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lindarion's gaze snapped downward, but there was nothing—just the ceaseless shaking beneath their feet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, a malicious aura spread from the throne.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The trainees began to tremble.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"W-What is that…?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>8's voice barely rose above a whisper.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'What the fuck is going on.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A figure began to materialize upon the throne. First, a pile of bones, fusing together piece by piece. Then, a dark shroud wrapped around them, followed by the appearance of a black staff, embedded deep within its hollowed eye socket.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'A skeletal mage?'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Low-Rank Lich Detected]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'This is considered low-rank?'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A-A Lich…\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>112's voice wavered, her hands gripping her staff so tightly they shook.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Lindarion was more surprised by the system's sudden notification. It had been silent for a while.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'A Lich? Like the ones from stories?'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The skeleton's empty sockets ignited with a deep, black glow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then—the ground shook violently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Lich raised a hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Get ready! They're coming from below!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly, skeletal arms burst from the ground, clawing their way toward the surface. The Lich's jaw moved, chanting in an ancient, indecipherable tongue.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Attack!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The archers let loose a barrage of arrows.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No effect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"FOCUS THE LICH! They won't stay down as long as it's alive!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lindarion's command rang out as the swordsmen charged, cutting a path through the advancing undead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Mana Thread Manipulation]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Golden threads shimmered into existence, wrapping around the skeletons, restraining them—mostly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"NOW! HIT THE LICH!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The archers took aim.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the very back, 112 tried to stabilize the team's enhancement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>198 muttered under her breath, drawing her bowstring. Her arrow began to glow, radiating with golden energy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Die.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She slowly released it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The arrow howled through the air like a lightning bolt, striking the Lich square in the chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It exploded into pieces.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'She fucking did it—'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lindarion's thoughts stopped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before his very eyes, the shattered bones reassembled on the throne.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The others' faces went pale as they continued cutting down the undead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The golden mana threads vanished, and a fresh wave of skeletons surged forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'We're so fucked.'\u003C\u002Fp>",1571,"2026-05-29T17:03:12.477Z","2026-06-01T04:29:47.183Z",1,"novelbin.me","e8312d89ea8186d88fce4b93ca1c5a6dcfee60ce8f030c2a8c5936ecd303aa7e","reincarnated-as-an-elf-prince-chapter-39","reincarnated-as-an-elf-prince-chapter-37",564,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Freincarnated-as-an-elf-prince-cover.jpg"]