Leveling with the Gods

[Translator NumbaWon ]

[Proofreader BringTheRayn ]

[Holy Blessing]

[Angels Wings]

[Strength of a Giant]

In a hurry, Roel directed her skills at the players spread around her.

She made their bodies lighter, protected their bodies from the fire, buffed their strength, and more. She had used over ten types of buffs on her team.

Her abilities were so versatile that any team with her on board could double their power.

But then why?

Whats up with this? Roel wondered. She started sweating seeing YuWon just standing still.

She was unable to stop the fire YuWon controlled with her skills.

On top of that, the dozens of players were busy running from the fire as if they were put under some illusion.

No matter how powerful a buff she casted, nothing would change. She couldnt stop the fire, nor could they injure YuWon, let alone approach him.

Roel grit her teeth, focused her sights, and aimed her hands at YuWon.

She specialized in healing and buffing, but those werent the only abilities she had. If that were the case, she wouldnt have managed to become nearly as famous as she was.

Whirrrr

Above YuWons head, a giant, yellow, glowing sword appeared.

[Sword of Execution]

It was the only attack skill that the Angel Roel possessed, but that was good enough because this skill was said to be one of the most lethal man-to-man attack skills.

Die! Roel shouted as she swung her hands down.

The sword made of light above YuWons head fell toward him.

In response

Shnk

YuWon, who had been standing still all this time, drew his sword.

Thwack!

Whirrrrr

The [Sword of Execution] released a powerful light, enough to light up the whole forest.

Roel and the other players heard the loud ringing caused by the collision.

Riiiiing

It echoed in their ears.

Through the blinding light, Roel could see her sword getting shattered.

The Sword of Execution

Roels eyes widened.

The shock from what she witnessed made her numb to the blinding light.

Her [Sword of Execution] was destroyed, not even by some special skill, but from a normal swing of a sword.

Roel had a flashback of what Hoon told her.

We will all die.

Roels eyes locked with YuWon.

She felt a shiver down her spine and even took a step back subconsciously.

There didnt seem to be anything she could do against him.

This is cheating she muttered.

After looking around, Roel noticed that most of the players had already run away.

She changed her mind. Theres no point in fighting anymore.

Hoon was right. Roel didnt know what made him come to that conclusion, but YuWon was not an opponent they could face.

Even though he was still only a player, his strength was beyond their measure.

Roel bit her lip.

Everyone, lets retreat, Roel telepathically communicated to all the players of Team B that had received a buff from her. We dont stand a chance. If all of us die here, even if we get his king, we will still lose this test.

After hearing Roels words, the players of Team B looked at one another and nodded their heads.

She was right.

Their original plan was to get YuWon and the king, but currently both seemed impossible.

Make sure you leave your flags behind, YuWon said out loud.

This caught Roel off guard.

Did you hear all that? she asked.

YuWon responded, I dont need to hear anything to know whats going on in your head.

And if I say were just going to leave?

I wont let you guys go, YuWon said while signaling with his fingers to hand the flags over.

He did feel like he was taking a kids lunch money, but that was kind of what was happening.

After contemplating, Roel ended up handing her flags over.

[You obtained 8 flags.]

[You obtained 80cp.]

As expected, she had quite a few flags on her.

This was one more than the seven flags that Hoon had on him.

A support plays a bigger role in the team than a lone swordsman, so that makes sense, YuWon thought.

It was a natural way for a team to distribute the gains.

The other players followed Roel and handed YuWon their flags.

There were no casualties yet.

Will you really not kill anyone? Roel asked, as YuWon was finishing up collecting the flags.

YuWon nodded. Since he got all their flags, there was no need to kill anyone.

How come? You dont seem like someone whod hesitate to kill people.

Thats true, but I dont particularly like killing either.

Will you really be okay? You might be taking all our flags, but well just go collect more. Youre by yourself. You might lose your king, and with the remaining time

Are you asking me to kill you? YuWon asked.

After getting goosebumps from locking eyes with YuWon, Roel took a few steps back.

What is it that you want? YuWon followed up with another question.

A talk with you, she responded.

A talk?

I heard that you rejected all the sponsorship offers from major guilds.

YuWon nodded his head.

Many players from major guilds had met up with him. He was even personally visited by a few Rankers.

But every time, he said no.

Roel knew this, and that was why she had approached YuWon.

Why did you do that? she asked.

What is this? Is this a recruitment offer?

Zion* can offer you the best treatment possible. Im certain theyll treat you even better than me, Roel spoke with a spark in her eyes.

*TL/N: Zion means Heaven.

YuWon couldnt believe she was making such an offer when just a moment ago they were fighting over the flags.

So shes sponsored by Zion, YuWon thought to himself. He was amazed that a player on the lower floors was already sponsored by such a major faction, but it made sense as Roels ability fit them.

No thanks, YuWon rejected her offer.

Why?

Its annoying, having to repeat myself. Just leave.

Then at least give me your kit number

Im always happy to get a number from a beauty. That is, unless they have an ulterior motive, YuWon said while shooing her away, So just go. Whether its Zion or Asgard, I have no intention of joining anywhere.

Why?

Roel refused to give up.

Without her persistent personality, she probably wouldnt have managed to make it this far so quickly.

She continued, Why are you rejecting all the offers from these major guilds? Im sure youre aware, but the Tower isnt a place you can conquer by yourself. If you have something you desire

It is possible, YuWon cut Roel off with an annoyed tone, even without a major guild. No, I have to solo it.

That was the biggest thing the returner of the Clock Movement had to keep in mind.

You cant join or get sponsored by some guild for just a little convenience.

Youre right, or they might find you suspicious.

And to be the center that brings the Tower together, there cant be a guild backing them.

The center

That wont be easy.

But thats what needs to happen, especially when the major guilds are out to get each other.

Damn bastards.

We are those bastards.

The guilds were naturally against one another, but it was the worst among the major guilds that were trying to gain the rights to the Tower.

And the major guilds had been at this for too long. For far too long there had been rivalries, suspicion, and pride.

So in order to bring them together as one, there needed to be a new center.

Now stop being so noisy and go away. If you stay any longer, you might actually die.

What? Roel asked in shock, staring at YuWon.

The other players had already dispersed, and Roel realized she was the last one there.

She nodded her head and answered, I understand. Well, I hope Ill get to see you again. And hopefully well be on the same team next time.

Whatever suits you.

Roel turned around.

YuWon watched her back for a second before adding, Sorry, but the king wont die.

Roel turned her head back towards him.

YuWon continued while playfully waving his hand, So you should just root for me losing.

What do you mean? Roel asked in confusion.

Now carry on, YuWon told her to go.

Despite her confusion, she decided to keep moving.

YuWon stood in place and waited for everyone to disappear.

After a few minutes had passed

Everyones gone, YuWon stated.

Rustle

A sound came from behind YuWon in a direction where no one was visible.

Then out of nowhere, a gold light appeared.

How long were you aware?

For a while now, YuWon said while turning around, meeting face-to-face with Team Bs king.

A man without a face, glowing gold, the light that symbolized the king.

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This man had moved alone to get YuWon.

Youre as smart as the rumors say you are, not to mention youre also skilled, the king said.

He looked around the surrounding area and was pretty impressed. After such a fight, it wouldnt have been strange if a big fire had engulfed the forest. But instead of a fire, there werent even any traces of scorch marks.

There were plenty of skills with great firepower, but the king had never heard of a skill that could burn selective targets like this.

A fire with a will If he saw it, hed want it, the king mumbled while nodding his head.

The king was acting quite laid back, even though he spoke like he knew what had happened between YuWon and the others from Team B.

Whats the test examiner doing here, wearing that weird mask?

YuWons question shocked the king. Even though his eyes, nose, and mouth were obscured to the point that no one could recall them, YuWon could see him as clear as day.

The king was no ordinary player. It was the test examiner Hypnos, a Ranker.

You can see me? Hypnos asked.

Crystal clear.

Earlier, YuWons eyes had changed into [Cinder Eyes.] They were eyes that could see through everything as well as discern lies and truth.

Even if the player in front of him was a Ranker, with just a simple illusion disguise, he couldnt beat the discernment of [Cinder Eyes.]

Thats not possible, Hypnos said.

Sometimes the impossible happens.

Ha. You really are something.

It was a short conversation, but Hypnos was truly amazed.

Even though he was found out, he didnt take off his disguise. It would be terrible if people found out that Olympuss test examiner had intervened in a test.

I was honestly surprised. I didnt think that youd choose going after all the players rather than aim for the king.

Hypnos took on the role of the king for one reason. He had assumed YuWon would immediately go after the king as soon as the test started because he wanted a situation like this. The opportunity to face him one-on-one.

But rather than searching for the enemy king, YuWon moved at a leisurely pace and then picked a fight with the elites of Team B.

I finally understand why the higher ups are so up in arms about you.

A faint shimmer spread out from Hypnos.

The faint flow of mana slowly diffused.

As his vision and mind became hazy, YuWon tried his best to keep it together.

Hypnos was a Ranker famous for his illusion skills.

So, they even mobilized a test examiner, YuWon thought.

Fwoosh!

YuWon drew out his mana and lit the Holy Fire ablaze.

In contrast to the fight against the players, the [Holy Fire] burned big and loud.

This was a fight he couldnt win just by taking it easy like earlier.

What a mess, YuWon thought.

An officially registered Ranker had intervened in a test.

Olympus had taken a huge risk considering the trouble they would be in if the Administrator found out.

YuWon couldnt help but smirk.

An Olympian Ranker had intervened despite being the test examiner. YuWon knew that they had laid out a trap for him

How nice, he thought.

But he was getting a much bigger catch than he had originally anticipated.