Chapter 81
【A sharp strike from the Giant.】
However, not a single blow lands on me.
“Too slow.”
And with every dodge, I don’t stop provoking.
“Is that my afterimage you’re hitting?”
While dodging and provoking, I glance at the blue spear beside me.
【Preconditions have been met!】
If there’s no summon, who protects the summoner?
【Unique Ability: Partial unlocking of “Heart-to-Heart Communication”!】
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Name: Han Ji-an
Age: 23 years
Gender: Male
【Unique Abilities】
- Random Summon (Grade E·)
- Infinite Love (Grade EX)
- Sacrificial Repayment (Grade EX)
- Heart-to-Heart Communication (Grade EX)
Preconditions must be met to unlock abilities.
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【Heart-to-Heart Communication】
- The summoner and the summon can understand each other’s thoughts.
- The summoner can randomly use the summon’s skills.
- Locked.
- Locked.
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A game-breaking skill allowing me to use my summons’ abilities.
The problem? It’s random.
And the skill I got is Darami’s “Absolute Evasion.”
It seems to have been obtained while running from Nika—a tragic skill that ironically doesn’t work on Nika.
It may have saved my life, but honestly…
If I could have used one of Nika’s offensive skills, Heavenly Demon’s attacks, Lillian’s spells, or even my sister’s Holy Sword, I could have won already!
…Could I have, though?
【Damn you! Just die already!】
“With such a slow attack? I’d rather die first!”
【Aaaaah!】
The Giant shrieks, continuing its relentless assault. Only a little more to go now.
Behind the Giant, the space begins to crack.
Judging by that, it must be Nika tearing through dimensions to save me.
If I can just hold out a bit longer…
Of course, I’ll get my revenge for being underestimated.
“Osoroi!” (Too slow!)
Another reason I keep provoking.
【Absolute Evasion】
A skill gained when sensing death. The more you provoke the opponent, the higher the evasion probability becomes.
Although it’s called “Absolute Evasion,” there’s no such thing as “absolute” in this world.
It seems to have been designed to compensate for that. But no matter how reckless Darami might be, there’s no way it would provoke Nika…
…It might actually get eaten alive.
“How dull. Are you begging to die?”
【……】
For a moment, the attacks stop, and the Giant starts preparing something.
It seems like a powerful attack is coming—but wait for it? Do I look like a third-rate villain? No way.
I quickly close in and deliver a solid kick to its rear.
“Bang-daeng-i!” (Butt!)
【Aaaah!】
Shrieking in pain, the Giant charges again. At that moment, the space shatters.
【How dare you! How dare you! How dare you!】
But her form is changing.
A shape unlike anything I’ve seen before.
It’s grotesque and terrifying, almost unrecognizable. Could she always transform like that?
I thought I was used to Nika, but this is on a whole different level.
Is this instinct, or biological fear? Whatever it is, I can’t meet her eyes.
The massive figure envelops the space, and while the Giant tries to attack me, there’s no escape.
When the space itself is being devoured by Nika, what could it possibly do to resist?
…Wait, does this mean I’m going to get eaten too?
Save me!
【“Ni-Nika!”】
And with that cry, I too am devoured.
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When I open my eyes, I’m in a dark void with nothing visible.
But there’s something I can feel.
A flood of emotions rushes into me, and as time passes, I realize—they aren’t mine.
They’re someone else’s emotions.
And the owner of those feelings is… Nika.
“Nika.”
As I called Nika with my will, a radiant light appeared, and a small, adorable Nika manifested before me.
【Master.】
“Yes, it’s me.”
【Master!】
Nika embraced me, and I gently patted her with both hands to reassure her.
“Shall we go back now?”
【Yes!】
In an instant, radiant light engulfed us, and when I opened my eyes, my sister, Lillian, Heavenly Demon, and Darami greeted me warmly.
From within my arms, Nika peeked out, gazing at me with a feeling of guilt.
“It’s okay, Nika. It’s not your fault.”
As I stroked her once more, she finally expressed joy, rubbing against me affectionately.
She’s so cute…
…Even though she was terrifying earlier.
At that moment, a message appeared.
【Mission Clear!】
Rewards are being distributed.
【65th Floor Record Achieved!】
Registered in the Hall of Fame.
【Would you like to proceed to the next floor?】
Accept / Decline
“Decline.”
【You are being transported outside the Tower.】
With radiant light, we returned home.
Though we plan to move soon, I wonder if I’ve already grown attached to this place.
It feels cozy.
…No, it’s not because of the house.
It’s thanks to Nika, my sister, Heavenly Demon, Lillian, and Darami, who are always by my side.
“Thank you, everyone.”
Hearing my words of gratitude, my sister shuddered slightly.
“W-What? Why all of a sudden? Don’t tell me you’re planning to eat soy sauce egg rice again today?”
That’s not it…
“Even I… want to eat something else today.”
“I’d like some chicken.”
“Sausages! I want sausages!”
…My touching moment ruined.
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The consecutive clears up to the 65th floor have brought a festive atmosphere to South Korea.
It has been labeled as the nation with the world’s strongest Hunter, capable of protecting its people even if Gates open.
【South Korea’s First Success in Clearing the 65th Floor!】
└This is crazy!!!
└Did you see our country ranked first worldwide?
└Where are the fools who said it couldn’t be done? LOL
【The Strongest Human: Is Han Ji-an a God?】
└Is Han Ji-an a God? Is Han Ji-an a God? Is Han Ji-an a God? Is Han Ji-an a God? Is Han Ji-an a God?
└Is Han Ji-an a God? Is Han Ji-an a God? Is Han Ji-an a God? Is Han Ji-an a God? Is Han Ji-an a God?
└Is Han Ji-an a God? Is Han Ji-an a God? Is Han Ji-an a God? Is Han Ji-an a God? Is Han Ji-an a God?
When I first read such articles, I was envious while working a part-time job at a convenience store. Who would have thought it would turn out like this?
That I would become the subject of those articles.
Reading through countless articles and the comments praising me, I felt a slight lift in my shoulders, when a message appeared.
【Cooldown has reset.】
It feels like it’s been a while since I’ve seen this, though I’ve been using it daily.
“Random Summon.”
【Congratulations! You have obtained the ??? Key.】
【??? Key】
A key usable on the 66th floor, ‘Burning World.’
At this point, it’s clear.
Even though it’s supposed to be random, it isn’t.
Could it be an Administrator? Or perhaps an even higher existence gifting me items?
I’m not sure. But I’ll find out while climbing the Tower.
Beyond the 99th floor, when I reach the 100th floor, I’ll know everything.
That’s the only truth I need to believe in.
…Or I’ll just flip everything upside down.
Suddenly, a notification tone rang from my phone.
It was a message from Cha Mi-rin, the team leader.
“Yes, Team Leader.”
“Han Ji-an, I’m contacting you because the construction is complete.”
“Already?!”
“With Awakeners involved, it only takes a few days.”
Wait, are you telling me they built it this quickly?
Although advancements have been made due to the increase in Awakeners, I didn’t expect a building—a high-rise, no less—to be completed in just a few days.
“You can move in as early as today. The interior work is done, and all necessary furniture has been provided.”
“You didn’t need to go that far. Thank you so much.”
“It’s nothing. I’ll send a car over.”
Ending the call, I summoned the Han Ji-an family.
“Everyone, gather around.”
My sister, Heavenly Demon, and Lillian came out of their rooms, seemingly aware of my phone conversation, their eyes brimming with anticipation.
I told them to pack only the essentials and leave the rest to the moving company, which would handle the move either today or tomorrow. Without a word, they all rushed back into their rooms.
Shortly after, the doorbell rang, and when I opened it, Cha Mi-rin was there.
She had even brought along the moving company staff.
“Han Ji-an, this is a trusted partner company affiliated with the Association. Please bring only the important items, and they will take care of the rest.”
“Haha, you didn’t have to go this far. I really appreciate it.”
“It’s nothing at all.”
Then, suddenly, Cha Mi-rin bowed her head.
Surprised, I asked why, but before I could finish, the moving staff also bowed in unison.
“Thank you for your hard work, Han Ji-an.”
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