[{"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-588":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},1328131,1764,"Chapter 588: Bossrun (1)","surviving-the-game-as-a-barbarian-chapter-588",588,"\u003Cp>To an explorer, knowledge is a precious asset.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That’s why they never share their experiences or gathered information with others for free.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ah, of course, that doesn’t mean they’re stingy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s just that this attitude is widely accepted as normal in the explorer industry...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Great navigators like Pikma.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Abyss Scavenger Rimenin, and others.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The reason why such figures, called great men, are respected by all is largely because of this. They didn’t just achieve great feats; they lived lives of generously giving and sharing what they had for the public good.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Anyway, in that sense...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Alright, now that we’re inside, let’s briefly cover the guardian we need to take down this time—”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I cut off Raven’s triumphant words the moment we passed through the portal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No need to explain.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Eh? But you said you needed me earlier?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Raven looked flustered by my words.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Did he really think I meant I needed knowledge?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No wonder his skinny, anchovy-like shoulders rose all the way up as soon as he heard me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Raven, the reason I need you is different.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“...What is it?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His voice sounded somewhat sulky.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since we’d been companions for a long time, I immediately recognized that he was pretending to be annoyed because he was embarrassed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Well, later on he really seemed angry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Isn’t this a chance to get the essence of the 5th floor guardian? Of course, we have to bring it back in the test tube.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“...What?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His cold voice echoed after a long pause.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I quickly added, trying to excuse myself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“And among the mages I know, you’re the most trustworthy. Raven.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“...What are you saying? But isn’t Versil Gowlund also someone you get along well with? I °• N 𝑜 v 𝑒 l i g h t •° heard he acts almost like the vice-captain.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“But trusting someone and being able to rely on them are different matters.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hmm... really?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fortunately, Raven’s expression softened again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was curious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Other people can be serious, but why does this guy give me chills down my spine? And he’s the shortest too.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While pondering that, Raven muttered in a logical tone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Well, I guess that makes sense. Mr. Gowlund wouldn’t know your true identity. So, it would be hard for Mr. Yandel to act freely.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Well, one thing’s certain: if he took an MBTI test, he’d definitely get a T—.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Unlike me, that is.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“...Huh?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No, I just meant that. Don’t get weird ideas. It’s just... the truth, isn’t it?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hmm... That’s not exactly wrong.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In fact, Versil doesn’t know that I’m a player.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Besides, Versil is from the modern world, so unlike pureblood mages, he’s terrible at research and sees things and thinks differently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That was why I chose Raven.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One player’s mindset is enough — I needed a local’s perspective.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Anyway, can we get to the point now?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Alright.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After that, Raven and I stayed at the start point talking about the upcoming boss battle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mostly, I would explain something, and Raven would question it with doubts, then accept or admire after hearing my answers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“To think there was such a method... Is that knowledge from your world?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Strictly speaking, it wasn’t really from this world but knowledge I gained through my twenties.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“...Something like that.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Kind of a half-hearted answer, isn’t it?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What are you talking about? I’m always sincere.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“That’s a relief. Anyway... since we have plenty of time, tell me more about your world.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as I was about to start moving, he made the request.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I had received a lot from Raven before, so it was hard to refuse outright.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Talking isn’t hard... but suddenly?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Not suddenly, I’ve been curious for a while. But until now, we never had a chance to be alone...”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I suppose talking about such things outside could be a little awkward. So even if curious, he wouldn’t have asked by coming separately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“...For only 30 minutes. People will be waiting outside too.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Okay. Fine. Then just 30 minutes.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“So, what are you curious about?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When I smiled as if to say ‘say anything,’ Raven immediately asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Internal combustion engines.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“...Huh?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A word I never expected from him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“They say these engines move huge iron carriages without words or mana? I’m curious about the exact principle.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“...”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Don’t you know? I heard for sure such things exist...?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Is it because he’s a mage?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When I told Amelia about the modern world, I spoke about giant flying machines in the sky and how the people directly elect their king — such romantic stories.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I-I don’t not know.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Oh, really? Then tell me, exactly how do internal combustion engines work?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Well... they use steam? Heat energy? Something like that to turn wheels.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“...Is that all?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Raven’s eyes grew cold after my answer. Somehow I felt ashamed, but the more so, I shamelessly continued.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“That’s it. Such details are classified state secrets. People like us couldn’t easily know.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If Hyunbyeol had been here, she’d have sneered and laughed contemptuously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But what does that matter?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hyunbyeol isn’t here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There’s only an innocent local mage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Simply put, it’s like magic from your world? Then I understand. Even ordinary people don’t know the principles behind the basic devices of magic engineering.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Raven accepted this seriously, and after that asked various questions while I continued talking about the modern world.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I had suspected since he asked about internal combustion engines, but Raven knew surprisingly much.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I was pretty interested in the subject.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Really?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes... I studied it later on.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Studied?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“After we met again, I got somewhat interested. Being in the army, it was easier to get related information...”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Certainly, before he was wary of evil spirits and avoided modern stories, but now his curiosity seemed bigger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That’s probably why he started this talk when we were alone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Well... time’s almost up.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Already?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Raven looked regretful but didn’t insist on continuing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The essence of the 5th floor Rift Guardian is highly valuable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because there are twelve types of rifts, it’s harder to get a specific essence...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In fact, essences of 5th floor or higher guardians never appear at auction. No one wants to sell them, and even if they did, the royal family secretly takes them first.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Have you been here before, Mr. Yandel?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No, it’s my first time. At least in this body.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ah...”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Didn’t I say the story isn’t over? Focus.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leaving the start point, we soon reached the boss room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Flare—!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A small flame flickering in the middle of a charred forest. This area was the boss room of the 5th floor Rift called ‘Burning Forest.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Normally, it’s a place you reach only after extinguishing all fires across the east, west, south, and north zones over several chapters...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Here, all that tedious process is skipped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘Experience points are basically copied here.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, the guardians here drop essences guaranteed. Well, that’s not such a meaningful advantage if you think about it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘At least you can enter the 5th floor rift with two people. That’s a relief.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lower rifts only allow solo entry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Simply put, you need to have the specs to take down the boss alone to get the essence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But usually, those people don’t need guardian essences since they can solo hunt anyway.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Like the essences I’ve left untouched until now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘Theoretically, if a mage solos, they could bring the essence back in a test tube to sell.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, only theoretically. It’s not very realistic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There might be mages who can fight a boss one-on-one, but to do that, the job characteristics require a huge gap in strength between them and the boss.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It wouldn’t be worth the labor cost.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Plus, the cost of test tubes consumed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What are you thinking about stopping suddenly?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Oh. I was just distracted for a moment. I’m going to summon it now, so you go over there. Cast the requested spell right away.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ending my thoughts, I approached the crimson flame floating in midair and reached out my hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Flare—!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment my hand touched it, the flame flickered and emitted waves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>「Fire Lord Pianil cast [Mark of Ash].」\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>「Characters taking damage from skill use suffer fire damage.」\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The 5th floor Rift Guardian woke, and a gray mark was etched on the back of my hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And then...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Blazing—!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The flame grew wildly, forming a shape.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Burning Forest guardian, Fire Lord Pianil.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A grade 4 monster officially named Lavarod.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘No lines here either.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I watched it without attacking first, wondering if there’d be any difference.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Flare—!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A body made of flames.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wearing a mask that exposes the lower jaw; upper body is roughly human-shaped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The lower body resembles a genie from a magic lamp, with flames flickering where legs should be.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘Appearance hasn’t changed...’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As always after meeting Duke Cambormiier, I tried talking, but again no response.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So I started the strategy immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Among the 5th floor rifts, it’s mid-level difficulty, but if the plan goes smoothly, it won’t be too hard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I’m not alone now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I just have to fulfill my duty as a tank.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Like this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Behel—laaaaaaaaa!!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Using [Gigantism] and [Wild Surge], inflating threat levels.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>「Character’s threat level is over 500.」\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>「All monsters within radius prioritize attacking the character.」\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Activating Aegis Barrier, I firmly pull aggro of this Rift Guardian with strict threat management.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And then...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>「Fire Lord Pianil cast [Bell of Embers].」\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whether it uses summoning or attack skills, or changes phases to release unique gimmicks,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I simply hold the line.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Raven buffs me and uses [Swing], which could damage it...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘But why bother?’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Damage is already enough.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just like Bjorn Yandel during his desperate battles at the Blood Fortress grew strong, Raven has also achieved much growth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>「Forest’s Wrath empowers Fire Lord Pianil.」\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Steadily pouring in damage, we reached the final phase.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I told you before, the last part takes a while.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Take your time. It’s warm and nice.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bellarios essences counter magic damage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>「Character’s magic resistance is over 500.」\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>「All magic damage received is reduced by 50%.」\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Halving damage, and then further reduced by the fire orb, it feels like a sauna.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Oh, the perceived temperature is 120 degrees Celsius.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“...You’ve really become a monster, Mr. Yandel.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Actually, I was having trouble breathing since a while ago, but hearing such praise from a companion makes a barbarian dance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Holding the boss firmly, Raven’s magic was ready before long.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>「Arua Raven cast grade 3 ice magic [Blooming Snowflake].」\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The little mage who barely managed to use grade 6 solar magic at the Blood Fortress was no longer there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only the ‘Golden Mage’ who had risen to the vice-captain of the 3rd Magic Corps recognized by the royal family remained.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘High-level magic names sure have poetic naming conventions.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since I’d never seen this magic before, I focused intently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Swaa-!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>First, cold air spread around Raven’s feet freezing the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hwoong-!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A translucent something shot like an arrow at the boss, seeming to have no physical force, but penetrated deeply into its body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“...”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It stopped moving.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The hot heat vanished completely, and a chilly silence settled in the forest as Raven spoke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Mr. Yandel, do you know why this magic is called ‘Blooming Snowflake’?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A quiet but relaxed question.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Raven didn’t even give me time to answer and continued.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Because it literally blooms.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“...?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“From within.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Almost as if rehearsed, the magic triggered at the perfect moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jjijjik-!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From inside the body, the magic began.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dozens of ice spikes pierced through the skin and protruded outward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“But.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“...?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“There’s a reason it’s called a snowflake, not spikes.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Right as he finished speaking, the boss entered the final phase and instantly transformed into a cluster of light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Watching that, Raven smiled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“How is it? Doesn’t it look like snow is falling?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What nonsense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He obviously researched his lines alone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I pondered how to respond, recalling the boss’s last form struck by the magic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And thought what name I would have given it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since the magic made spikes all over its body...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘Transformed sea urchin.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hmm, that sounds kind of off.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘Transformed pufferfish.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yeah, that’s better.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After collecting Fire Lord Pianil’s essence in a test tube, Raven and I continued challenging 5th floor guardians.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This formed a routine.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After reviewing the strategy at the start point, we always chatted for about 30 minutes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ah, of course, it was Raven’s request.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’m helping you, Mr. Yandel. So stop acting annoyed.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Oh... helping? Such an unpleasant thing between us—”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What kind of relationship do we have? I’m not even a member of your clan.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I had no good reply.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So I just chatted away diligently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At first, Raven was curious about modern civilization, but over time, he started asking more questions about me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“So... what’s your name there?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ah, didn’t I tell you?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“...You didn’t.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Lee Hansu. It’s Lee Hansu. Never Hans. Watch your pronunciation.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Lee Han... Su...”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Well, that’s decent enough.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What does ‘decent’ mean?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Starting from my real name, we talked about whether family and friends were waiting, my job, and other topics.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some of it was a bit heavy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After this basic background check, the main topic shifted to [Dungeon & Stone].\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“...So Mr. Yandel, you’ve opened the Abyssal Gate at least once?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“In the game, yes. Besides, I was dragged here the moment I opened the Abyssal Gate, so I don’t even know what’s beyond.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“...Wait. If you opened the Abyssal Gate and came here, what happens if someone opens it from this side?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“...?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Then, does opening the Abyssal Gate mean returning? Going back to the original world?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Well... maybe.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ah, uh... I see...”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“That’s the story. Let’s move on.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>We then entered the boss room and fought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Raven almost caused a big crisis with a mistake, but luckily I carried him and we got through safely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘...We’ve already killed six.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I was secretly worried about the 5th floor guardians, but progress was surprisingly smooth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, there were a few more dangerous moments than before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But maybe because of all we’ve been through,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This didn’t even feel like a crisis.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Mr. Yandel, if you’re okay, why don’t we enter the next portal?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“...Huh?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I still have energy. We finished sharing all the information.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Well, that’s true...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘Weird.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a moment, I was suspicious of Raven’s urging.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I lightly tapped his shoulder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Raven, from now on, I’ll be going in with someone else.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“...What?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You’ve done well so far. Take a rest.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Simply put, the carrying duo of the Blood Fortress ends here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Raven’s face was cold, not pleased.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Rest? What do you mean? You’re abandoning me now?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Abandoning? What nonsense.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I just don’t need a mage anymore.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Besides, where I’m going now, there’s no need to collect essences in test tubes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“That was careless talk. So... if not me, who are you going in with?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I answered his question with a smirk and headed toward one person.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Emily.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“...?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Let’s go get the essence.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She’s due for an essence now too.\u003C\u002Fp>",2486,"2026-06-05T19:33:16.709Z",1,"novelbin.me","bbb02529769aaf4cf5a455440b805e5b244ec5034d13bd171da0769ee57d302d","surviving-the-game-as-a-barbarian-chapter-767","surviving-the-game-as-a-barbarian-chapter-766",807,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fsurviving-the-game-as-a-barbarian-cover.jpg"]