The 100th Regression of the Max-Level Player Novel - Chapter 123
Chapter 123 – A Good Excuse
“Hello, Ryu Min. No, should I call you the Prophet? What do you find more comfortable?”
Ryu Min shrugged at Christine’s words.
“You can call me whatever you prefer.”
“Do you have time to talk a bit? No, not just a bit, but a bit more.”
“Yes, of course. Please, have a seat, Christine.”
With Ryu Min’s permission, Christine sat on the other side of the table.
Jeffrey stood by her side, as if keeping watch.
Ryu Min’s gaze naturally turned towards him.
“I’m fine standing.”
Although Jeffrey spoke brusquely, Christine gave him a significant look, raising her eyebrows.
“Deacon Jeffrey? You said you wouldn’t do anything that would discomfort the Prophet, remember?”
Perhaps reading that look, Jeffrey cleared his throat and corrected his tone.
“If I can sit, I will.”
“Of course, make yourself comfortable. There’s no need to be on guard.”
While Ryu Min seemed relaxed, Jeffrey’s expression was stiff.
He wasn’t someone who easily smiled in public.
It seemed that Christine felt the atmosphere turning uncomfortable, so she quickly introduced Jeffrey.
“Here is our deacon, Jeffrey. He’s been like a part of our family since he was a child, alongside my father.”
“Ah, I see.”
Ryu Min had already identified him. He was the assassin who pursued him under Nathan’s orders last time.
“Pleased to officially meet you. I’m Ryu Min.”
Although it wasn’t really the first time they met, Ryu Min extended his hand as if it were.
He wanted to see the reaction, and Jeffrey surprisingly responded with an uncomfortable expression.
“I’m Jeffrey.”
“He seems to have some moral consciousness, seeing how uncomfortable he feels.”
Reading his thoughts, Ryu Min concluded that he wasn’t that bad. Moreover, he didn’t mention Jeffrey’s feelings towards Christine, as he didn’t want to get more entangled in this situation.
“So, why are you in Korea, Christine? Did you come for a date with Mr. Ma?”
“Well, that wouldn’t be bad, but I actually came to see you, Ryu Min.”
“To me?”
“Do you remember what you said earlier? That I’ll be in danger in Round 11.”
Christine asked seriously.
“Yes, about that… Do you want me to tell you in detail? Can you handle it?”
“Hmm.”
Ryu Min deliberately showed a thoughtful expression.
Now that he was a prophet, he was also in a vulnerable position.
If he hesitated, it would only increase her anxiety.
However, Christine, noticing his discomfort, couldn’t hold back any longer and spoke.
“I’m not asking you to do it for free. I can pay for the information I get from the prophecy…”
“It’s not necessary.”
Ryu Min preferred that she wanted to hear the prophecy for free. It would be a lesser burden on his conscience.
“It’s a matter of life or death for someone; I can’t ask for payment.”
“Ah… then…”
“I’ll tell you. What will happen specifically. At first, I was reluctant to reveal too many details for fear of affecting the future, but thinking about it, I think I can give you some more detailed information without serious consequences.”
Ryu Min provided Christine with specific details as she had asked:
“I don’t know anything about the Round 11 mission. However, based on what I’ve seen, a group that doesn’t recognize you will try to harm you.”
“In what way?”
“It’s hard to say. I’ll just say that your life will be in danger.”
“Being in danger means I’ll be saved again?”
“Yes. As I said before, a savior will appear to save you.”
“Who is it?”
Ryu Min bowed his head in silence. He couldn’t tell her that Black Scythe would save her in front of Ma Gyeong-rok. It was obvious he would get jealous.
“I can’t tell you the same as before. I’m worried that my words will affect the future. In fact, even talking in such detail makes me nervous.”
“Still, I’d like to know who it is…”
“If I say his name, the future could change. You might even die without being saved.”
“…”
“What I can tell you is that you must not let go of the person who saves you at that moment.”
“Do you mean I should cling to him?”
“In negative terms, yes. In positive terms, I would say you should maintain the connection. If you miss that opportunity, your saved life could end before Round 15. That’s all I can tell you.”
“Hmm…”
Christine’s thoughts multiplied.
“Will I be attacked by a group that doesn’t recognize me?”
Who would have imagined such a tragedy would happen in Round 11?
“Do you even know who the group threatening the temple is?”
“Yes. Based solely on what I’ve seen, there are parts I can’t understand.”
A look of disappointment appeared on Christine’s face.
“It would be good to know who the person threatening is…”
Fortunately, someone will save her like a prince on a white horse, but if possible, it would be better to eliminate the danger beforehand.
“Ah, or should I let the future take its course so I can have a connection with that savior?”
Wait for the danger to come so she can be saved?
Not knowing was one thing, but after knowing, it took courage to do so.
“Don’t worry too much, Christine. Let fate take its course.”
“But…”
“Is there anything more useless than worrying about a future that hasn’t arrived yet? Maybe my vision of the future is wrong. After all, the future constantly changes due to present outcomes.”
“…”
“That’s why I don’t worry too much. I’m just giving you a warning. Instead of worrying about the danger looming in Round 11, isn’t it more important to survive the next round?”
Christine nodded, as if in agreement.
Was there anything more foolish than worrying about something that hadn’t happened yet? It wasn’t necessary to obsess over something that hadn’t even occurred.
For now.
“Since we’re talking about it, I’ll tell you about the Round 9 mission.”
At those words, Ma Gyeong-rok, Christine, and Jeffrey’s gazes focused on one point.
Information about the next round, just what they were waiting for.
Soon, the much-awaited information came out of Ryu Min’s mouth.
Although they acted as if it wasn’t the case, everyone seemed to pay attention to not miss a word from Ryu Min.
“Hmm, the ninth round doesn’t seem that difficult.”
“Yes, if you want, you can choose an easy level to complete.”
Ryu Min agreed with the people’s words.
“In the ninth round, you can choose the difficulty level, just like in the eighth. The choice is up to you.”
“If this is the main mission, what is the secondary mission?” someone asked.
Ryu Min raised his head with a puzzled expression.
Unfortunately, I haven’t seen beyond that.
Of course, it was a lie.
The secondary mission had to be something personal.
But there were people who doubted that part.
“Hasn’t someone who has seen up to round 11 seen the secondary mission of the ninth round?” Jeffrey asked.
His tone was quite disdainful, but Ryu Min paid no attention.
After all, he was the leader.
Even if he said that manure is soy sauce, they would have to believe it.
“My future vision doesn’t allow me to see scenes at the moment I want. I can only see information up to the next round or fragmentary events afterward.”
Saying that, Jeffrey had nothing more to say.
What to do if you can’t see the future?
At that moment, Christine shot a sharp look at Jeffrey.
“Deacon Jeffrey, was it really necessary to show suspicion in that way?”
“I’m sorry.”
Jeffrey apologized, blinking his eyes after reading that look.
“You still doubt me.”
Ryu Min felt the need to reveal more information.
“When we reach round 11, players from around the world will mix. We will carry out missions with players from other countries.”
“Ah… with players from other countries?”
“That’s right.”
Ryu Min didn’t deny it.
Although not all zones merged, some nations would mix.
“So, could we encounter a player named Black Scythe in round 11?”
Christine’s question surprised Ryu Min.
He didn’t think she would show interest since no one among the players was unaware of Black Scythe’s name.
“Of course. You could encounter Black Scythe in round 11. Although Mr. Ma and I will encounter him before.”
“And me?”
“Yes. When the next round comes, all areas in South Korea will merge into one.”
Mar Gyeong-rok, who didn’t know that, opened his eyes wide.
“Really?”
“Yes. Due to a lack of personnel, South Korea will create only one zone. It means you’ll be able to see Black Scythe, Mr. Ma Gyeong-rok, Mr. An Sang-cheol, actress Seo Arin, all together in one place.”
“So, will we be able to see Prophet Ryu Min in the next round?”
“That would be a problem. I am Black Scythe after all.”
Although those words rose in his throat, it wasn’t Ryu Min who uttered them.
“Of course, I’ll be able to see them. But it would be uncomfortable for us to meet due to being in the same zone.”
“Why?”
“Would you like to meet and act alongside those who predicted the future?”
Ryu Min shook his head indifferently, as if it weren’t so.
“If we make a mistake, the future could change.”
It was a believable excuse.
The word of the prophet is law.
Especially if those predictions have been 100% accurate so far, which is even more true.
The basic assumption is that the next prophecy will also be correct.
No doubts.
Even if you see dung and claim it’s soy sauce, or if you see soda and claim it’s poison, you have no choice but to believe it.
That’s what would happen to anyone who has heard the prophecy several times and benefited from it.
“If we meet those who have heard the predictions, the future could change. It’s a good excuse.”
Ryu Min presented this excuse along with the claim that zone integration would take place in round 9.
Those who have heard the predictions shouldn’t come.
“Anyway, if I stay silent, my appearance will change, and they will never be able to find me.”
He hadn’t revealed his nickname so far just in case someone wanted to meet him.
Well, who would believe if he said he’s Black Scythe at this point?
“I can’t say it even if they don’t believe me. I need to make them firmly believe in the existence of the prophet class.”
Well, it seems that no one contradicts his excuses; he has been tamed enough for no one to question him.
That was Ryu Min’s intention.
“There’s no easier opponent to deceive than a solid ally.”
Although his true identity will be revealed when the number of people decreases enough.
“But before that, I need to find a way to hide my nickname.”
He already had a plan.
There would be no problems as long as he put it into practice when the time was right.
At that moment, he received a message on his Lost Yak mobile phone.
[The seller of your interest registered on Player Place has listed new products.]
Ryu Min lifted the corner of his lips upon seeing the message.
“It seems that Joo Sung-taek has uploaded some items.”
With anticipation, he opened the Player Place application.
When he clicked on Joo Sung-taek’s ID in the seller of interest section, the items he had listed appeared.