[{"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-310":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},1327430,1764,"Chapter 310: Round Table (4)","surviving-the-game-as-a-barbarian-chapter-310",310,"\u003Cp>The Earth Witch is alive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There are many reasons why I recycled this information.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And the first reason is that it allows me to mess with Auril Gabis, who was expecting me to reveal something amazing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Like this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Huh…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The old man let out a groan, looking at me with disbelief.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It warmed my heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Well, that wasn’t the only reason I chose this information.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The second reason…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The source is me. After all, how surprised was I when I first heard it?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I almost had a heart attack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although I didn’t show it like these guys.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In short, it’s perfect for pretending to be a big shot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Swoosh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I slowly observed the other members’ reactions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their reactions were uniform.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At first, they were all like, ‘Huh? What is he talking about?’, but then they realized what it meant and looked at one spot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The center of the Round Table, where the jewel was.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Towards the place where the truth would be revealed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s green.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The jewel emitted a green light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Then that means it’s true…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“At least he believes it’s true.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I chuckled, looking at the members who were exclaiming.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yeah, this should be enough to prove myself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘Anyway, he didn’t tell them about this, right?’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The third effect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I could figure out how much information Auril Gabis had shared with the other members by asking this question.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he had casually shared this kind of high-level information with them, the jewel wouldn’t have emitted a green light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘Well, I had a hunch after seeing that he didn’t even tell them his name.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ah, for reference, there was a fourth reason.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To share information with the members.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, there was no mention of the Earth Witch being alive in the game.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I interpreted it as the old man, the game developer, intentionally hiding this fact.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Therefore…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘Damn right, it’s always fun to reveal secrets.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I had practically poisoned this group.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I didn’t know how lethal this poison was, or if it would just be a slight sting…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘Judging by their expressions, it seems like a success.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The four veterans had learned a secret that Auril Gabis wanted to hide.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It would definitely have a chain reaction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In a way that Auril Gabis wouldn’t want.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I can’t believe the Earth Witch is alive, I’ll have to research her.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The royal family must have known and hidden it. Maybe we can use this against them.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Ruin Scholar, who looked like a child, was looking at me with scholarly interest, and the captain of Orculus was excited, like a warrior who had obtained a good sword.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“If the Witch is really alive… where is she now?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…the woman repeated the same question I had asked Auril Gabis.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Damn, she’s smart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What’s your name?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The woman in the fancy dress frowned at my question.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And she muttered,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…Rabi.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rabi.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I didn’t even know if it was her first or last name.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No, I didn’t even know if it was her real name or an alias.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Damn it, I was going to ask her later…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Why are you asking?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The reason was obvious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was the only one here who didn’t know my name.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, I couldn’t answer that way.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Because you asked a stupid question.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Is there a reason why I should answer your question?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It would be ridiculous to use honorifics with them when I was even talking down to the Master, so I just spoke to her like she was my subordinate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But could it be that she was offended?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…….”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rabi glared at me, biting her lip.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was the perfect time to give her a carrot, judging by my one year of experience as Lion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“But…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“……?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…I might answer if you tell me something interesting.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rabi hesitated at my arrogant words and then nodded as if she understood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And she looked at me after taking a deep breath.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“So you want us to prove ourselves. Fine.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her gaze was filled with competitive spirit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was a somewhat expected reaction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Well, they were the elites gathered by the Master, so they must be proud. It was only natural for them to be angry after being talked down to by a stranger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…….”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And besides, the other members were also looking at me with a slightly provoked gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Okay, then the bait was set…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘Huh?’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I suddenly felt a gaze on me and turned my head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Auril Gabis was staring at me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘What the hell is this guy doing?’ With that exact look in his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>______________________\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The order of the meeting was clockwise, starting with me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In other words…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s my turn now, right?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…the second turn was the old man’s.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So I also listened intently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To have to share information that more than half of the people here didn’t know?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There had to be something useful—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Then tell us.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Auril Gabis then shared his information.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Miss Rabi, the Earth Witch is where everyone’s hopes lie.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Damn it, this cunning old man.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He stole the information I was going to use next turn.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘Well, he probably said it first because he expected that.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He must have judged that he had to resolve this first after seeing me use my information recycling technique.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Swaaaaaaaaaa.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The jewel emitted a green light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The members muttered their usual reactions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Where everyone’s hopes lie…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Is he talking about the labyrinth?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It could be interpreted that way, but it could also be referring to the outside world.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hmm, so they didn’t have any concrete ideas either.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Well, we can talk about that later, so let’s continue.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The meeting resumed as Auril Gabis took control.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The middle-aged man was next.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His name was…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘Kagureas.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Right, that was it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Amelia said she had never heard of that name.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Maybe it was an alias.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Haha, I don’t know what to say since it’s my first time.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Just relax. You must have something, right? An important story that others wouldn’t know.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Well, that’s true, but…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kagureas, the muscular middle-aged man, hesitated, looking at us, and then sighed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I can’t just brush it off with the Master here. I’ll just say it.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Go ahead.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“There’s a portal in the basement of the royal palace.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What…?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone except for Auril Gabis exclaimed in surprise as the jewel emitted a green light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“A portal? Is it connected to the labyrinth?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although there was no reason for him to answer since his turn was over, Kagureas shrugged and said,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I don’t know for sure since I just happened to find it, but it doesn’t seem to be connected to the labyrinth.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“This is… very interesting.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Then where does it lead…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The four of them naturally looked at me and Auril Gabis as the Ruin Scholar muttered in his old-man-like tone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…….”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…….”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They didn’t say anything, but their gazes were clear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>You guys know, right?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The eyes of those who were seeking answers, filled with questions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…Haha.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Auril Gabis just laughed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And I…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…….”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…remained silent, as if I didn’t even move.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I had learned from experience.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That this would at least get me halfway there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Lion Style.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Second Form, Silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ah, of course, I was still thinking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘A secret related to the royal palace… maybe he’s from the royal family.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kagureas.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just what kind of person is he?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I was even more curious about him since I didn’t know anything about him, unlike the Captain or the Ruin Scholar.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But could it be that he didn’t like the silence?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Well, then it’s my turn.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Ruin Scholar, who had been quiet until now, spoke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And he shared his information without hesitation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The principle of the labyrinth’s cycle is life force.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I was confused.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But it seemed like I wasn’t the only one.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…Master Ruinjenes, can you explain it more simply? We’re not as knowledgeable about magic as you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Simply, you say? Alright.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Ruin Scholar elaborated at Kagureas’ request.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Contrary to what’s known, the labyrinth isn’t maintained by mana. It needs resources to circulate.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It sounded like gibberish to me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Rabi seemed to know something about magic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…You’re saying that resource is life force.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Ruin Scholar nodded as she spoke in understanding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“But what does that even mean? No one here is curious about the principle of the labyrinth.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kagureas said, as if he was dissatisfied.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Honestly, I felt the same way.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What’s the point of knowing that—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Tsk, how annoying.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kagureas shut his mouth as the Ruin Scholar clicked his tongue.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was a ridiculous sight, a muscular man being intimidated by a child, but I could understand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Ruin Scholar, despite his child-like appearance, had an intimidating aura.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Can I explain instead?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Do what you want.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rabi spoke up for the Ruin Scholar, who seemed offended.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“If the raw material of magic stones is life force, it means that the labyrinth is maintained by life force. If I understood correctly… everything changes.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What do you mean?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s not that humanity was rebuilt and this city was maintained because of the discovery of the labyrinth.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rabi said,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s that the labyrinth is maintained because of this city.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I felt a chill run down my spine.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wait a minute…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Is that true? If that’s the case…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…So the explorers who died in the labyrinth were practically fuel. The royal family must have known about this.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Captain spoke, as if he had the same thought as me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Well, that’s how I understand it.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…Rabi shrugged and glanced at the Ruin Scholar.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“At least it’s certain that the resource that maintains the labyrinth’s cycle is life force. And it’s only natural to suspect the royal family based on that.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I, I see…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“So, are we done? I think it’s at least as valuable as that ambiguous information about a mysterious portal in the royal palace basement.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kagureas smiled awkwardly at the Ruin Scholar’s sharp words.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Haha, don’t be angry. People like me wouldn’t understand unless you explained everything.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…Is this guy a barbarian?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I felt a sense of familiarity from his way of speaking, but it would be a stretch to assume his race.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There were many explorers like that.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s Miss Rabi’s turn now.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone’s gaze turned towards the woman at Auril Gabis’ words.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I was also a bit curious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The information from the previous two was very interesting, and this woman had directly challenged me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She would want to prove that she was at least on my level, even if she couldn’t beat me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s my turn.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The woman then spoke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And she shared information that I didn’t expect at all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The Ancient Dragon is dead. You probably didn’t know, but he died over ten years ago.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I was dumbfounded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She said it with a serious expression, as if she was sharing something amazing…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘But that’s it?’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was almost laughable, but the jewel emitted a green light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Auril Gabis naturally knew about it, so it meant that the other three were hearing this for the first time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…I see. No wonder the Dragonkin have been quiet lately.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“So that’s what happened.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s a shame that he died after living through the era of immortals.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The three of them nodded, as if they had heard a rare secret.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I was initially confused by their reaction, but it made sense when I thought about it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fact that the Dragonslayer, Regal Vagos, had killed the Ancient Dragon and stolen the tribe’s sword was only revealed after a new Ancient Dragon was chosen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘So it was around this time…?’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I couldn’t remember the exact year since I hadn’t studied history, but I think it was around this time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘I didn’t know they were keeping it a secret this thoroughly.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I clicked my tongue in disappointment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But did she notice?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“So, how is it? Is that an interesting story?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Well.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I didn’t even understand why they were reacting like that to the death of the Dragonkin chieftain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And why she was acting so proud.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The previous information was clearly much more valuable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So I just said it honestly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I don’t find it particularly valuable.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…That’s hard to understand.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rabi glared at me, her pride hurt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was a hint of suspicion in her eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was probably wondering if I was intentionally ignoring her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘No, if you’re going to be arrogant, at least bring something more interesting.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I had to put her in her place, for the sake of high-quality information.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Therefore…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘It’s time to use my Third Form.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I tapped my fingers on the table and said,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s not my turn, but I’ll share something.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What do you mean—”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hey, don’t interrupt me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I quickly continued, not giving her a chance to interrupt, as if I could skip my turn for free.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The one who killed the Ancient Dragon is a Dragonkin named Regal Vagos.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…Huh?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The woman, who was about to protest, flinched.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And after a slight delay…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Swaaaaaaaaaa.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…the jewel emitted a green light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…….”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…….”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A familiar silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I looked at Rabi and said,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“So, are you convinced now?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Lion Style.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Third Form, Contempt.\u003C\u002Fp>",2184,"2026-06-05T19:32:49.065Z",1,"novelbin.me","5476f1ac444b1fba4afa7d6ff97c83cfe9e1a4d774a4928684ed6ab5c81186df","surviving-the-game-as-a-barbarian-chapter-311","surviving-the-game-as-a-barbarian-chapter-309",807,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fsurviving-the-game-as-a-barbarian-cover.jpg"]