Chapter 77
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Translator: 8uhl
Chapter: 77
Chapter Title: Luminous Dragon's Robe
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Luminous Dragon's Robe
I woke Mokagun, who was in the middle of his trial, and we entered the reward room together.
The reward room was a small, square space bathed in a faint sky-blue light. In the very center, a silver, shimmering box floated in mid-air.
W-whats going on? Im sure I had returned to my childhood! Why am I suddenly here
The fox said there would be a trial. You returning to your childhood was its mental attack. Breaking through that mental attack was the final trial of the labyrinth.
Ah!
Mokagun let out a cry of realization and smiled brightly at me.
Then that means you passed the final trial, Yuren!
Yes. I was lucky enough to pass.
Hahaha! What do you mean, lucky? It was all your skill! You are the most amazing and mysterious person I have ever seen, Yuren. Congratulations on conquering the labyrinth!
Thats right. Lucky my ass. That human is a monster among monsters. In the history of this labyrinth
As I was smiling pleasantly at Mokaguns words, Mogurus muttered gruffly.
I have a question for you, fox.
Dont call me a fox. I am Mogurus, the spirit of this labyrinth and its administrator
Whatever.
Having finished the trial, Mogurus had reverted to the form of a soft-furred fennec fox. After his defeat, his tail drooped so low it nearly touched the ground.
Ugh, you are the most insolent human in the history of this labyrinth.
What happens to the one left in the 10th room?
In the original story, the protagonist was always the only one left in the labyrinth at the end. I didnt know what would happen if someone else was still inside when it was cleared.
He will be sent to a random location on the continent.
Randomly?
Yes. Even I dont know where he will be sent.
And well exit at the oasis, right?
Correct.
Then cant you just leave that guy here?
I wanted to capture Ovis here, as I could get a lot of information from him.
Impossible. Its not within my power, but a function of the labyrinths system.
Is that so
If he mentioned a system, it meant it was something Mogurus couldnt control.
It is a consideration for the victor of the labyrinth. In case those who did not receive a reward try to harm the one who passed
A rather unnecessary consideration.
You You are truly the most insolent and arrogant human in the history of this labyrinth, without a doubt.
You sure talk a lot.
Bbaek!
Bbaekbbaegi flew in front of Mogurus and chirped mockingly, as if in agreement.
Ugh, you have the attributes of a spirit too, yet you
Bbaek!
I will be quiet.
With even Bbaekbbaegi scolding him, he seemed completely deflated. Following his tail, both of Moguruss ears drooped.
Just open the box.
Bbaek.
Vwooom.
Mogurus transformed his hand into a silver key. He inserted his key-hand into the keyhole of the box in the center of the reward room.
Chyaak.
As Mogurus turned the key counterclockwise, a refreshing sound, like the fizz of a carbonated drink, was heard as the box opened automatically.
Sharrrk.
A piece of clothing floated gently out of the opened box. It was a subtle gold overall, but flickers of flame-like light emanated from it intermittently.
The garment looked as light as a feather and seemed so thin a needle could tear it.
This is the reward from the Aukusol Labyrinth this time. The name of this garment is
The Luminous Dragons Robe.
Huh?
My answer made Moguruss mind, which had just barely returned, drift away again. He stood with his mouth agape for a long while.
Luminous Dragon's Robe
A legendary robe made from the ground scales of a dragon called the Luminous Dragon, stitched together with phoenix feathers. It is unaffected by fire and water, and cannot be cut or pierced by swords or spears. It negates magic of the 4th circle and below.
Special Ability: Levitas.
I was worried a different item might appear, but thankfully, it was the same one from the original story. That special ability, Levitas, was the power I wantedthe power to block Beil's special ability.
You Just what are you!
Mogurus looked at me, his eyes trembling as if an earthquake had struck. I let out a small laugh and, without answering, said what I had to say.
You dont need to know who I am. Its time to keep your promise, Mogurus.
Ugh!
Overwhelmed by my sharp gaze, Mogurus took a step back from me.
As promised, grant the robe two abilities.
O-of course, Ill keep my promise. However, the abilities I grant to the reward are determined randomly. Meaning, even I dont know what abilities will be added to that robe. Hehe.
Dont make me laugh.
Huh?
At my words, Mogurus just blinked his eyes.
You choose which abilities to grant from a pool of nine, dont you? Stop trying to pull a fast one.
Wha-wha what?
Mukarekhi!
He was so shocked that the talkative Mogurus could no longer speak human language and used one I couldnt understand.
In the common tongue, please?
Who are you! How does a mere human know forbidden knowledge!
I told you before. Its none of your business, fox.
Ugh
Mogurus could no longer even tell me not to call him a fox, just staring at me with a dazed expression.
The fact that he could choose which abilities to bestow upon the labyrinths reward was information that only came out in the original story when the second labyrinth opened.
It was only natural for him to be surprised by someone who knew information that hadnt been revealed yet.
Stop with the clumsy lies and list your abilities.
Ah
Quickly.
W-well, first theres Attack Power Enhancement, which increases a weapons attack power, and Defense Power Enhancement, which increases an armors defense, and Resistance
His mental state not just broken but crumbled into dust, Mogurus began listing the abilities he could grant with unfocused eyes.
Hmm
In truth, I had already decided before hearing Mogurus speak. Listening to him was merely for confirmation.
First, add Elemental Resistance.
Understood. But there is something you should know. The resistance
The value is assigned randomly, right?
Ah
As if he no longer had the energy to be surprised, Mogurus just shook his head from side to side. The sight of the limp, listless fennec fox was quite cute.
First, I shall grant Elemental Resistance to the robe.
Do it cheerfully. Cheerfully.
What?
You think youll get a good value acting so listless?
I-it has nothing to do with it
It has to do with me. Do it with a bright voice. And smile.
Ah, understood.
His psyche having been torn to shreds, Mogurus was now obeying my words as if they were commands.
Then I shall grant the ability!
Hahaha!
Bbaek.
The sight of the fennec fox smiling, raising its hand, and shouting was incredibly cute. Even Mokagun burst into the laughter hed been holding back.
Buuung.
A five-colored light gently seeped from Moguruss hand and was absorbed into the robe.
Its done. Even I dont know what level of ability it now possesses.
Haha!
Hm?
I couldnt hold back my bursting laughter.
A new Elemental Resistance had been added to the robe, and its value exceeded 50.
At this level, combined with the robes base resistance, I could withstand 5th-circle magic just by wearing it.
This turned out well. Next, grant it Status Abnormality Resistance.
What?
Surprised by my words, Mogurus turned to look at me.
Not Defense Power Enhancement?
I dont plan on getting hit by physical attacks.
Insolent human
Quiet, just grant it quickly.
Buuuung.
Mogurus muttered something as he imbued the robe with a light blending black and white.
Hoo
Seeing the Status Abnormality Resistance value added to the robe with the Creators Eye, dimples naturally formed at the corners of my mouth.
With a value this high, I can now proceed with hunting Beil.
It is all finished, human.
Thanks.
To hear the word thanks from your mouth. How strange.
All the abilities had been granted, and my business in this labyrinth was now finished. Except for one thing.
The labyrinth will now sleep for a year. It will settle in a new location, and a new key to the labyrinth will be created. The labyrinths name and the rewards it offers will also change.
I know. Thats why its called the Labyrinth of Regeneration.
That is merely a name given by humans. The labyrinth is simply the labyrinth.
I knew where the next labyrinth would appear, where its key would be, what item would be inside, and even what animal Mogurus would become next time.
Human, I hope to never see you again for the rest of my life. No, there will be no reason to.
Thats a shame. Id like to see you again, fox.
Ugh, I absolutely refuse.
Mogurus scowled and glared at me.
Fox.
What?
He was now even responding to being called fox.
Can you bring the guy from the previous room here?
Even if I bring him, you cannot fight here.
I dont care. And can you make that person invisible?
Simple enough.
Mogurus made Mokagun invisible. This fox was much more obedient than Bbaekbbaegi.
Ugh
After making Mokagun transparent, Mogurus summoned Ovis. He appeared before me, clutching his head.
Where
Hey, thanks. Thanks to you, I conquered the labyrinth by doing nothing.
You bastard
Oviss eyes turned so red it was enough to drive anyone who saw them mad.
Ill tear you limb from limb and feed you to the dogs.
Combat is forbidden in this place.
I dont care!
Despite Moguruss words, Ovis tried to rush me, but he couldnt get close, as if blocked by a wall.
Damn it! Get this out of my way!
See this robe? I got something amazing thanks to you! Ill repay this favor someday.
I taunted Ovis, waving the robe in front of him like a flag.
Krrgh. The moment I leave this place, Ill kill you without giving you a moment to breathe.
Did you call him here just to mock him?
Mogurus squinted at me as if I were pathetic.
No.
Of course, part of it was to mock him, but there was a truly important reason. It was to provoke Ovis and sound him out.
By the way, you failed your orders. Are you going to be okay? Should I go with you and beg for forgiveness?
Oviss gaze turned even more chilling. It was like looking a tiger right in the eyes.
Who are you!
Shes going to be very disappointed, isnt she? Youre collecting relics and treasures, right? Should I take the next treasure and deliver it to her for you?
Gulp.
Ovis seemed shocked, his teeth chattering as he swallowed dryly.
H-how do you know Lady Evelyn
Ovis uttered her name with a trembling voice.
Evelyn, one of the three commanders of Sephiroth!
It was just as I expected.
Among the three commanders of Sephiroth, she was the only one who used humans as subordinates. Though there were many restrictions, using her ability allowed one to know the location of treasures.
Just as I suspected, the future Fist Master Ovis had become Evelyns servant.
How did I know? I was just fishing, but your expression and words told me everything.
What?
I never even mentioned her name, did I? So her name is Evelyn. Thanks.
Realizing hed been baited, Oviss face crumpled like tree bark.
No matter where you are, I will find you and kill you! I swear it! Even the people connected to you! Ill hunt you to the ends of the
Thats enough. Send him back.
Ill kill
Shwoook.
With a gesture from Mogurus, Ovis, who had been pounding on the invisible wall as if to break it, vanished.
I dont know what youre doing.
Thanks to you, I got some good information. Thank you.
In ten seconds, this labyrinth will disappear.
By the way, fox.
I told you not to call me fox!
When you made the bet with me, you said youd grant me abilities, but you never specified which ones. Thanks for granting the ones I instructed you to.
Huh?
Mogurus, who had been smiling at the thought of never seeing me again, suddenly looked as if hed lost his country.
Aargh!
Finally realizing, Mogurus grabbed his own ears and shook them.
Even if you had caught on and given the robe something like Attack Power Enhancement, I wouldnt have had a complaint. But you granted the abilities just as I said and did everything I asked, so thank you so much! Youll be blessed for this, fox.
Y-you! You cunning human! You took advantage of me when my mind was broken! You are the worst in the history of this labyrinth
Paaat!