Level Up Monster

Chapter 39

And now ...the only thing to do after the introduction of all the weapons and the next criticism is completed, is the announcement of the final result.

Kim Tae-Sahn brings a somewhat bitter smile, framed by the facial expression of a man who has already accepted his fate.

He tried hard to win. Some people may think less about it, but he also plays for the camera as well. He wanted to ascertain his chances with the spectators, in a case where the quality of his output would only be slightly worse than an Orc.

He even used his father's name to enter. That is his desire to win. As the son of Kim Tae-Baek, defeat is not at all compatible with Kim Tae-Sahn.

However, he was up against a weapon that could make his growth frightening. An idea he had never even heard of in his entire life, a very revolutionary concept. Given that, it would be strange if he won this tournament instead. If he won, then all the goodwill he built with the public would all be destroyed in an instant.

open - heartedly accept his treat . So, all he could do now was to openly accept his defeat.

Orc Blacksmith was at least twice as talented as him.

Kim Tae-Sahn's pride won't allow for anything higher than 'twice' but still, he nodded and accepted his defeat today.

"And now …. The winner is!"

The host pointed towards the giant screen that stood upright in the center of the stage with a loud voice.

As the Orc Blacksmith told the story of his sword, there was no tension left in the final. Yes, the result is inevitable.

That was why, when the winner was announced, everyone present here could secretly accept it.

"The winner is, 'Growing Broadsword' Orc Blacksmith !!"

Confetti exploded and from the floor, fire rose. The fireworks on the stage rang out loud, but seeing that the winner was not on stage saying ready to receive the trophy, it was rather a strange thing to witness.

"…. All right then. Now ... yes. And now, we will hear the thoughts of the victor, Blacksmith Orc. Can you ... please contact us?"

Although it was complicated, the manufacturer could not do anything because the Orcs had requested this kind of arrangement before.

Fortunately, the Blacksmith was quick to call him.

"Sir, congratulations on your victory!"

"Haha .. Thank you. I'm really grateful."

His voice sounded calm, but the happiness hidden beneath him was still slightly leaking.

"You can call this a great victory, so how do you feel?"

"Mm .. I wouldn't take it too much. Another weapon that competes with mine, you can easily spy on the hard work and dedication of their creator. Winners must be chosen, but the value of their hard work is all just as high in my mind. "

That's a simple and simple answer. The host will end up feeling happy, when Yu Jo-Hyung suddenly raises his hand.

"Ah, a member of the jury would like to ask you a question. Is that gonna be okay with you?"

"Yes, it's okay."

Receiving the green light, Yu Jo-Hyung does one fake cough first.

"Concidentally, the attribute you are talking about – weapon growth – when that attribute is proven to be nothing more than a falsehood .... what will you do? You have remained anonymous all this time and it is difficult to put our trust in you. Is it impossible that, to win the prize money, you are lying now? "

"Yes, it's possible."

Although it was a pointed attack filled with hostility, the Orc Blacksmith still calmly replied.

"And that's why I won't ask for a prize money, or for my weapon, until the new owner can actually prove that it's, indeed, real."

It was a convincing answer that cut through all suspicions. Yu Jo-Hyung is still not satisfied, but since there is nothing she can repay, she has to give up here.

"Oh, wait. Then, can I ask you something too?"

This time, it was Kim Yu-Rin.

"Yes of course . "

"Are you planning to make more weapons and sell them from now on? If so, then, what are your plans for the circulation of your goods?"

He asked a short and simple question, but as a person sitting in a high position within the Knight Order, they were extremely important.

"Yes, I plan on that. However, for circulation …. I have to think about it first. I truly believe that, instead of making weapons and waiting for the right person to appear, weapons should be made to match individuals instead. "

As soon as he heard that, he could not hide his shock and licked his lips, salivating. Almost all of the Knights present here did exactly the same as him.

The most famous blacksmiths, be they artisans or masters, first made their weapons and then accepted potential owners for them. Damn, some rumors even said that one or two Knights bribed the blacksmith to get a weapon.

This is partly because there is an ego involved, but also largely because, it is difficult to describe to create a weapon that suits its users. As for the bit ego, blacksmiths are the type of people who will destroy half a year of their own hard work if it does not go to their liking – so, to make something that follows the tastes of others a little ….

"T, that's good. Tell me, do you want to be my friend?"

These heartfelt words belonged to Kim Yu-Rin and she was completely serious about her intentions. But the audience and the film crew thought it was a funny joke and they all laughed.

Staring at them with a puzzled expression, Kim Yu-Rin was about to open her mouth to say that she was not joking, but before that, she was interrupted by a loud shout from a spectator.

Since there was no mic near this person, the voice ended up being small, but when it heard it, one could tell it was about a hot new story about Society, The Monster.

"Ah, just now, that person asked a question even I wanted to know. Coincidentally, do you know about the Institution, Monster? The Goblin Mister who had joined the Alchemist."

"… Yeah, I've heard of them."

The host asked without much thought. Since the rumor was considered completely unfounded, his voice was less sincere. Instead, a small amount of simplicity is found there.

"Since you and him are using the same naming concept, people are wondering if you plan to join this Institution as well. What do you think of this?"

"Is that so? Hm …"

Unexpectedly, the Orc Blacksmith did not immediately reply. At the delay of this sudden answer, even those who resisted the rumors themselves had to wait with bated breath and concentrate.

The Orc let hope overflow for another thirty seconds, until he finally chuckled and made his answer.

"After all, it may be interesting to join them. If I decide to join, then anyone who wants to buy my merchandise should send their request to the Institution, Monster. If there's nothing else, then, excuse me, forgive me."

The call from the blacksmith ended in words that said there was a possibility. And the entire lecture hall became silent after that.

Yeah, that's a new surprise for the system.

*

He was exhausted, but still, he felt happy to filter out the things made by the shocked media and public.

'Treasure quality weapon appearance. '

'Growth-type weapon: is it genuine?'

'The weapon that follows its master; who will be its new owner? '

The Orc Blacksmith presents a new paradigm shift . ' Orc Blacksmith brings a new paradigm shift. '

These are all very shameless clickbait-y headlines, but no doubt, they still have the strange persuasive power to get people to click on them anyway.

However, after some time had passed, the article about the weapon was buried in another topic altogether. And that topic is .. Orc Blacksmith joined The Monster.

Exploding reaction. It is not known how they found the address, but reporters began appearing in front of Kim Sae-Jin's house.

"Don't worry. I sent people there. They're gonna clean up this mess."

"Md. Thank you, for everything."

She is sick and tired of the journalists camping outside her house and knocking on her door every about twenty minutes – later, Yu Sae-Jung calls her with just the right time.

As expected of the Dawn Knights Order, as he mentioned, the bodyguards arrived in less than three minutes and swept over the disturbing reporters.

"But you also saw the program, right? Is it true that Orc Blacksmith joined our Society?"

"Oh, that? Uh, that ... actually, the Goblin Alchemist said that he knew the Blacksmith Orc personally. So it has something to do, right, I'm not sure yet. I have to ask first."

Once the lie started, it could not be stopped anymore; and the more he lied, the more he felt comfortable about it. And when he thought of seeing all those shocked faces ... well, isn't this a rather rotten habit that he developed here?

"R, really? If he really joins the Institution later, can I ask him for help?"

"Well, why not? As long as there's enough compensation for it, it's."

"I have more than enough money for that purpose."

"…. Of course, you know."

Their topic of conversation was Orc Blacksmith. He kept raving about how he would become the new owner of a sword that could grow stronger.

"Oh, and Oppa, can we eat together later? Miss Kim Yu-Rin asked me if we could eat together someday …"

Suddenly, Yu Sae-Jung changed the topic in a slightly excited voice.

"mm? Me either?"

"Y, yeah. Oppa also …"

His answer sounded as if he was a little unhappy about something. Maybe he wanted to enjoy a meal together with Kim Yu-Rin alone or something.

"Can I go?"

"Well, yeah. Miss Kim Yu-Rin specifically said, 'with Mr. Kim Sae-Jin, too' so …. Uh, I'll tell him that Sae-Jin Oppa is too busy and we should eat without you. I'm sure he'll understand !! "

His voice sounded rather energetic as he said these words. So naturally, he felt very naughty and wanted to work on it.

"Ah, is that it? Its alright. I can do it."

"…"

Suddenly a gripping silence broke out on the phone. Kim Sae-Jin works very hard to hold back the threatening laughter from leaking and continues to talk.

"When is that gonna happen?"

"… Next week Monday."

Sae-Jung spits sadly.

"understand. Well, I'll see you."

He answered honestly and ended the call.

*

"…. !!"

Kim Sae-Jin in Ebony Wolf Form suddenly opened her eyes. His golden eyes glistened brightly.

An indescribable aura surrounded his body. When it brings out a serious case of unclean sensation, it quickly takes on the Human Form.

He glanced at the clock. It's 9 in the morning. He went to bed at 1 am, so he slept normally .

'But why…'

Some parts of his body, here and there, hurt – especially his joints and nails, they feel very sick. As if, there were bruises from receiving an impact.

"…What's going on?"

Sae-Jin tilts her head slightly, but doesn't worry anymore. He just went downstairs and drank a bottle of low-level recovery potion. The aches and pains in his joints disappeared in an instant.

Climbing back up while feeling satisfied, he lay on the sofa and turned on the TV.

The first item on the morning news at 9 o'clock was about the Blacksmith Orc. Smiling with satisfaction, he listened to the voice of the news anchor.

– Public, Knight Order and world leaders of finance and politics all agree that new expert craftsmen who can represent the country will be born and have expressed their growing excitement …

When she hears the unbridled anchor praise, she can reaffirm the hot welcome and excitement of the wider community she read online yesterday.

And in this happiness, he slowly took a nap. His body feels very tired.

When he fell deep into sleep …

News coverage changed suddenly.

That's the latest news.

– … !! Oh, we have news. At three this morning, a murder crime was committed in the Hyeongseong area of Gwangwon Province. Evidence found in the victim's home and unnatural body circumstances prompted investigators to speed up the autopsy, and as a result, the victim's identity is now known as a Vampire. Currently, the investigators assume that this is the work of the Mercenary, Lycan…