[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-surviving-the-game-as-a-barbarian":3,"chapter-surviving-the-game-as-a-barbarian-surviving-the-game-as-a-barbarian-chapter-176":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Surviving the Game as a Barbarian",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1327796,1764,"Chapter 176 Doppelganger (1)","surviving-the-game-as-a-barbarian-chapter-176",176,"\u003Cp>Doppelganger (1)\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Doppelganger (1)\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Red bobbed hair that reaches her shoulders.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A tattoo under her eye.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A lean, muscular physique, a little over 170 centimeters tall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…….”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Amelia, standing in front of the mirror, tucks her hair behind her ear, revealing a scar on her half-severed ear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s a scar that would be considered a flaw if she wanted to live as a woman.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Back then, she didn’t have the money to buy a potion, so she had no choice but to leave it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…but she doesn’t bother.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“We’re almost there.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This scar always reminds her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Who her enemies are.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Amelia Rainwales, the Lord summons you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She slings the bag she prepared beforehand over her shoulder and heads outside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>An unexpected person is waiting for her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I didn’t expect you to come.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A member of Orculus.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A notorious criminal known throughout both the surface and the underground as the ‘Corpse Collector’.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The situation is urgent.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“How bad is it?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The royal family made a drastic move. I never imagined they would release that madman from prison.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…So he’s out?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even Amelia, who usually has an expressionless face, can’t hide her surprise this time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If the ‘Corpse Collector’ is an evil spirit known to the public…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…that man is the opposite.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Very few people know his name…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…but to those who know even a little about his identity…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…he’s a being that’s more terrifying than anyone else.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yeah, that bastard is here. Thanks to him, things have gotten a bit complicated. A lot of our people are dying.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The man wearing glasses smiles and pats Amelia on the back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“So let’s go. Everyone’s already gathered, and we’re just waiting for you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…Alright. Let’s go.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Amelia then follows the man.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only the sound of their quick footsteps echoes through the silent hallway.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Did the Dragonslayer also participate in the battle?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Huh? Ah, that guy… his arm is crippled, what can he do? He’s probably still resting in his room.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…I see.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Amelia cautiously asks another question.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Any leads?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What do you mean?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The man turns around, stopping in his tracks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He’s known for being intelligent, so he might be connecting the incident where the Dragonslayer’s equipment was found on the black market with her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘I made a mistake.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although she belatedly realizes that she was being careless, Amelia answers calmly,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I was going to kill him once he became useless.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…Huh? Do you have a grudge against him?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I don’t like his eyes.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A brief silence follows Amelia’s answer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It doesn’t last long.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The man bursts into laughter as if he’s heard something amusing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ahahaha! Well, those snake eyes are a bit annoying. Especially since he doesn’t even know his place.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The man starts walking again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“But bear with it. It seems like his body will heal in six months to a year.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What about Dragonslayer? He’s useless without it, isn’t he?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ah, that. We’ll find it. That alchemist geezer said there’s a way to restore memories.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…I see.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A way to restore memories…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She wants to ask what it is, but she holds back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She’s not usually interested in other people’s affairs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This perceptive guy would definitely notice something was off.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘I’ll have to look into it later.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After walking down the hallway for about 3 minutes, they reach a giant door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A white door that leads to the Lord’s audience chamber.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They enter, and the Lord is sitting on his throne.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s been a while.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You’ve come. Amelia Rainwales.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Amelia gives a brief salute and then looks at the other four people in the chamber. She knows three of them, and one is a stranger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“He’s an explorer from Orculus. But we don’t have time, so let’s save the introductions for later and get to the point.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She also dismisses her curiosity and listens to the Lord’s words.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“As you can see from the fact that I called you here, the situation isn’t good.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hehe, I heard! That crazy mister came down here?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“That’s right, Miss Carmilla. The Captain is currently facing him, but he says it’s difficult to hold out for long.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Lord smiles bitterly and continues.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That they’ve decided to close off the city.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And that no one will be able to enter or leave for the next two years.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“We’ll activate the sealing magic circle as soon as you leave through the secret passage. Any questions?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“See you in two years! Handsome Lord!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Carmilla, what kind of way is that to talk to the Lord?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Whatever, smelly old man.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a brief conversation, Amelia and her four companions head towards a secret passage on the floor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They soon reach a spot with a red flag planted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[You’ve arrived.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Good luck.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A powerful magical energy erupts from the direction of the city as soon as she contacts them through a message stone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Wow, that’s amazing. We really can’t cross it?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A giant barrier made of blue mana.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘I never thought I would leave this city like this.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Amelia suppresses her strange feelings and recalls her mission.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Sister, you said that guy is the commander, right? What should we do now?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The mission is simple.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To gather information in Lafdonia.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That’s the main mission, and if possible…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘I’ve finally made it here.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…to kill one explorer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A smile spreads across her lips as she recalls the second mission the Lord gave her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>___________________\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There were all sorts of rumors circulating in the city.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From conspiracy theories claiming that the subjugation’s failure was intentional on the part of the royal family…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…to doomsday prophecies that the city would be destroyed by the war with Noark.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘This world is no different in this aspect.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I’ve been visiting bars for the past few days, listening to those absurd rumors.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s a boring and stressful task.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But it’s an unavoidable choice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I’m just a ground-dwelling barbarian.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What else can I do?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I have to do it myself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Bjorn, are you going out to drink again today?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yeah, I’ll be late, so go to sleep first.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Less than a week left until we enter the labyrinth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As soon as the sun sets, I head out to the streets and drink alone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even if I just sit here, information comes to me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I heard the death compensation payments will be postponed until next month.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Well, the royal family wouldn’t be able to handle it if that many people died.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Haha, it’s the opposite. They have enough money, but it’s taking time to calculate because there are too many casualties.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s similar to when I first came here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Well, back then, I couldn’t afford to go to bars because I didn’t have money, so I just listened while eating.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘Nothing special today either.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The royal family hasn’t made any official statements since the subjugation failed, so the rumors are spreading like wildfire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But to summarize the things that are closest to the truth…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>1. Noark also suffered significant damage and barely survived by closing its doors as a last resort.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This is certain since there are many witnesses.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No matter how much they try to keep it quiet, how can it be hidden when so many people participated?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>2. There’s an incredibly strong explorer unknown to the royal family.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I heard this directly from a drunk survivor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Derbes, the guy I met at the gathering, somehow managed to return alive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He said that explorer fought on par with the captain of Orculus?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Well, it wouldn’t be strange for someone like that to exist, considering they’re the royal family.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Anyway, next…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>3. Three of the Top Ten Clans disbanded because of this subjugation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Actually, it’s not disbandment, but annihilation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Less than 10% of them survived, making it impossible to recover.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And not just the Top Ten Clans, but more than half of the small and medium-sized clans that operate on the 5th and 6th floors have also disbanded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘Well, thanks to that, there will be less control over hunting grounds.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s the only positive factor in the current situation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the negative consequences are too severe to be happy about.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘If this becomes a long-term war, the final battle will inevitably take place in the labyrinth.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s something I’ve been worried about since I saw the signs of war.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Honestly, I can’t help but laugh when I think about it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘Unlimited PK content…’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s content that didn’t even exist in the original game.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If the labyrinth becomes a battlefield, I, who has to earn money and grow there, will inevitably be caught up in it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘And if the magic stone supply decreases, inflation will definitely start.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unfortunately, it’s hard to even hear about these concerns in a cheap bar.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Well, if there were any explorer who was already worried about inflation, I would suspect them of being an evil spirit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘I need to make a decision now.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s time for me to decide.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whether to stop exploring until things calm down, or to just enter the labyrinth as usual.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Actually, the answer is already decided.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘…It’s better to enter the labyrinth.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There’s no telling when this chaos will end.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just resting is a bad move.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The karmic connection with that Dragonslayer bastard isn’t over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I need to become stronger as soon as possible before the vine ring breaks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That’s the only way to survive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘And if we’re forcibly conscripted later, we’ll have to participate in the war anyway.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And most importantly, Noark suffered significant damage in this battle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In other words, they’ll also need time to recover.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And even if they don’t, we’re in a better situation than other explorers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, we can use a bug to skip the 1st floor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The 4th floor is an independent dimension, so it’s irrelevant, and even on the 5th floor, we’re free from PK once we enter the mirror.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘The problem is how to persuade those two…’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Raven, the mage, and the bear-like man with 10 years of experience.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I’m not sure if they’ll agree to enter the labyrinth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘I have no choice but to confront them directly.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I empty my glass and leave the bar as soon as I make my decision.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Barbarians have their own way of doing things.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Sorry, we’re closed… Oh, Mr. Yandel. What brings you here at this hour? Because of my husband?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Is Avman here?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“He’s probably passed out drunk. Wait a moment, I’ll wake him up and bring him to you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Is it because he received a proper financial incentive this time?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The bear-like man’s wife seems much friendlier than before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I sit at a table that hasn’t been cleared yet and wait, and soon the bear-like man is dragged out, rubbing his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yandel, what’s going on in the middle of the night?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I have something important to talk about.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hmm, really? Let me sober up first. Honey?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The lady brings honey water as if she’s been waiting for his call.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Drink this.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Judging by her attentiveness, it seems like he’s regained his authority as the head of the household.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Keuh, that’s the stuff. So what did you want to talk about?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’ll ask directly. Are you participating in this expedition?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hmm, judging by your tone, you’ve already made up your mind?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’m going.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The bear-like man chuckles as I nod without beating around the bush.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Really? Then I’ll join you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You made your decision quickly. Do you know something?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Not really, but we’re a team, aren’t we? I should trust and follow the leader’s decision.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s a type of answer I didn’t expect at all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I can’t believe he respects the leader’s authority!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This man, he’s actually conservative in this aspect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Then that’s settled.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“How about a drink while you’re here?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No thanks. Your wife needs to rest too. You should help her clean up and then go to sleep.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I leave the bar after quickly ending the conversation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I must have earned some points with that last line, as the lady’s gaze has softened considerably.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[03:24]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s past 3:00 AM, but I head to the Magic Tower without hesitation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s practically daytime for them right now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And indeed, Raven is also in her lab, conducting experiments.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Huh? Mr. Yandel? Why at this hour?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I came to ask you something.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Really? I’ll be done soon. Just sit anywhere and wait for a bit.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I thought she might scold me for being rude, visiting at such a late hour, but she doesn’t say anything.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Is it because we’re companions now?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At least she’s not treating me like a stranger anymore.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“So? What did you want to ask?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I wait for a while, and Raven organizes her things and sits in front of me. And I just say it bluntly,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Are you entering the labyrinth?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ah, that… well, I guess we should talk about that. What about the others?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her tone implies that I came to ask her last.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although I feel a bit offended…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…I have nothing to say since it’s true.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Everyone else agreed to enter.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Really? Then I’ll go too.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You made your decision quickly. Do you know something?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I repeat the same question I asked the bear-like man, and I get a different answer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…What is it?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s nothing special, but the royal family didn’t send a notice to the Magic Tower this time.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Notice?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“They usually inform the Magic Tower first if there’s something dangerous. Like telling us not to enter or something.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I’m momentarily stunned, but I understand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s a kind of VIP treatment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since mages are considered high-level personnel, the royal family personally looks after their safety.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“So don’t worry too much. The royal family led the subjugation, and there’s still no notice? It practically means that they judged it to be safe.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…I see. Tell me beforehand if there’s something like that.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“If that’s what the leader wants.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I leave the Magic Tower after her teasing smile and return home.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And I wake up Misha and Ainar, who are sleeping.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ah, what? I was sleeping.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ugh, the smell of alcohol!! Did you go drinking without me again?!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Enough, eat this.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I give them each a chicken leg I bought and inform them of the result.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“We’re entering the labyrinth.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ainar reacts as if it’s obvious, and Misha sighs deeply.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…Ugh, I knew it. You reckless barbarian.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Phew, I wish all my teammates were like them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“So that’s it?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yeah, that’s it. Go back to sleep.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ah, seriously, you could have just told us tomorrow…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Misha grumbles and goes back to her room, and Ainar does the same.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Sleep well, Bjorn!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I also take out my key and insert it into the keyhole.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But just as I’m about to turn it and unlock the door…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Click, clack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…I hear footsteps coming up the stairs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s just ordinary white noise, considering it’s an inn.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But for some reason, the sound is particularly noticeable today.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Click.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I involuntarily turn around and check the stairs, and my eyes meet the person who’s coming up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I thought I was mistaken because she’s wearing a skirt…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But there’s no way.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘Why is she here?’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The 8th-floor explorer from the underground city who made me realize what a wall is, twice. Once in the Land of the Dead, and once in the sewers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The so-called psychopath bitch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gulp.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I involuntarily gulp as soon as I see that face engraved in my mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But could it be that she’s also flustered?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I never expected to meet someone who knows me here.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…….”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“This is… a bit troublesome.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The woman frowns as she looks at me and then takes a stance, pulling one foot back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It seems like she’s already come up with a solution.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Well, I can just beat you up and erase your memory like last time.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Damn it.\u003C\u002Fp>",2621,"2026-06-05T19:32:49.064Z",1,"novelbin.me","874faab58daa590160aaaec61ce5d7940f7005e6e70f2c1a111709c7508ba176","surviving-the-game-as-a-barbarian-chapter-177","surviving-the-game-as-a-barbarian-chapter-175",807,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fsurviving-the-game-as-a-barbarian-cover.jpg"]