Chapter 300
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Translator: 8uhl
Chapter: 300
Chapter Title: God's City
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It might get a bit dangerous from here on out.
Before setting off, Jeong Hoon warned everyone.
Things are going to get dangerous?
Bong-gu asked back with a slightly uneasy look on his face.
Yeah. Our levels are about to skyrocket.
This plan wasnt just about skill upgrades.
Im going to bring everyones level up to 500 here.
The episode progress was racing toward 99.
Once it hit 99, destruction would come even faster.
Just like it had on Earth before his regression.
Someone might say that if he was worried, they could just stall as long as possible and avoid progressing the episodes to delay the end.
Jeong Hoon would reply that destruction would accelerate over time anyway, and as they grew stronger, the Transcendents would prepare accordingly.
In fact, the Transcendents were still keeping tabs on him.
The Apostle-level ones had wisely backed off, but now it was the Demon Lord ranks all the way up to Lord Baal.
Regardless of any contracts, they were all stunned by his actions.
Even those above them know I exist.
They just werent intervening.
They were surely watching from afar.
That was why he had to hurry and grow stronger, even if just a little.
And complete the episode to 99 to confront that destruction once morethe one that had granted him power in the past.
In the worst case, I could regress again using the strength I gain there.
A regression to a parallel world.
Just like James Marcus had done.
Of course, he wouldnt let it come to that.
Regression meant this world would be destroyed.
He would end New World in this run, no matter what.
Then is it okay if we come along too?
Yeo Min-ji asked.
Of course. We have to go together.
The plan would massively boost everyone, so they all had to move as one.
Got it.
So, where are we headed?
At his mothers question, Jeong Hoon pointed east.
The eastern edge.
They had already headed east once before.
To Bern Village.
They needed to venture even deeper into the area where the biological experiments had taken place to carry out the plan.
Hmm, this is our first time heading east since reality-ization.
Yeo Sun-woos demeanor was extremely cautious.
That made sensethe Ultimate Knights level had reached a whopping 1,100.
Levels had surged after reality-ization, so even Darvis couldnt be considered safe.
He had never once let his guard down while heading to the destinations Jeong Hoon had pointed out.
Fortunately, enemy levels hadnt spiked dramatically, allowing them to complete quests and obtain opportunities without major issues.
Yeah. Ive already been to the east. Not much has changed in most places. The problem comes when we go even deeper.
Deeper?
Yes.
Hmm Understood. Im not sure how much help we can be, but well do our best.
Dont worry too much. If we pull this off successfully, well be able to handle just about anything.
Huh?
Jeong Hoon flashed a grin at his puzzled expression, which showed he hadnt quite grasped it.
Youll see why I said that once we get there.
Kee-eek!
The boss monster frothed at the mouth and collapsed.
Its over!
James Marcus, leading from the front, severed the boss monsters throat with his sword, ending the battle.
Phew, this place is definitely manageable.
Louis Verdant muttered while treating the wounded.
As he said, the western dungeons were at a difficulty level that James Marcuss party could handle.
After clearing a few more dungeons, they arrived at the Balderman Marquisate.
The Balderman Marquisate, huh.
Wonder if anythings changed.
It probably has. With reality-ization, we cant rule out the chance of something new appearing.
Unaware that Kim Bong-gu had already looted the opportunity here, James Marcuss party headed for the castle with swelling anticipation.
The eastern edge.
An area that hadnt existed before reality-ization was now open.
Ive never seen this place before!
Yeo Sun-woo couldnt hide his surprise.
He had led Hoyoung across Darvis countless times.
He knew the map inside out, and this should have been the absolute endnothing there.
Yet a portal shimmering invitingly to the next area stood there plain as day. No wonder he was shocked.
As I told you, it gets extremely dangerous from here. Everyone, stay on high alert.
If the areas theyd passed so far were 500-level dungeons, from here on it was 800 dungeons.
The field monsters roaming around easily surpassed 800 and came with matching special abilities.
Even James Marcus couldnt just barge into this place carelessly.
They hadnt entered until they were at least level 700.
The monsters were so high-level that venturing in had seemed impossible.
And inside, theyd discovered an opportunity that led to a storm of level-ups.
Like the radiant vein packed with experience ore from his previous visit.
Whew Brother, can I take a moment to mentally prepare?
Ill handle everything up front anyway. Just make sure we dont get flanked from behind.
R-Really?
Yeah. Move like we did in the Delphos Grand Duchy.
Got it!
Thanks to his realm rising to Ultimate, Jeong Hoons own realm had leaped up two more stages.
No matter how powerful the monsters, they were no match for him.
Jeong Hoon and the rest stepped through the portal to the next area.
Kerruk, humans.
Humans!
Lv.811 Grand Master Goblin
Lv.820 Grand Master Goblin Warrior
Goblins, a staple of beginner zones.
These ones greeted Jeong Hoon at a whopping level 800.
Five times larger than regular goblins, clad in hideous armor and gear.
Their vertically slit red eyes were overwhelming just to look at.
Everyone except Jeong Hoon froze under the pressure.
Lets get started.
To ease their tension, Jeong Hoon dashed forward with Supremacy of the Heavenly Demon.
Using Ultimate Aura.
Shadow Kings Spear was gripped in his hands, wrapped in Ultimate Aura.
Activating Shadow Full Moon.
He swung the spear in a wide diagonal arc.
Kee-eek!
Kek!
Shadow Full Moon sliced through the goblins armored chests like paper.
Their necks and waists severed, they crumpled to the ground.
Kill the human!
We wont let you off!
The goblins roared, activating their special abilities.
Grand Master Goblin Warrior uses Valiant Roar.
Grand Master Goblin uses Noble Sacrifice.
The goblin warriors bellowed in unison.
Their bodies doubled in size, their momentum sharpening.
That wasnt all.
The Grand Master Goblins turned red, then transferred the red energy to the warriors.
Boosting the warriors by passing on their power.
Now, taking down those goblin warriors would require at least level 1,000.
They struggled because of the overwhelming defense.
Hed heard James Marcuss party had broken a sweat against the goblin warriors.
Not due to debuffs or lethal specials, but because their attack and defense had surged, making them a pain to kill.
Of course, that didnt apply to Jeong Hoon.
Black Field activates.
All stats corrected by 1.8x.
Monsters invading the Black Field territory have all stats reduced by 15.
He activated Black Field, inflating his stats by 1.8 times.
Ill crush strength with strength.
Jeong Hoon stepped with Supremacy of the Heavenly Demon, swinging his spear freely.
After mowing down countless goblins, they arrived at a small-scale city.
Long abandoned, it lay in ruins.
Wow There are even buildings here.
Feels a bit off somehow
The incongruity was inevitablebuildings stood where none should have been.
The reason? The city itself was the opportunity.
Shall we head in?
Jeong Hoon stepped inside, feigning ignorance.
W-Wait for me.
Yeo Min-ji followed, and the rest entered the city.
Once everyone was in, a brief moment passed before the awaited change occurred.
You have explored Gods City.
The citys energy begins to swirl.
All energy settles upon the explorers.
With the messages, experience points started pouring in like mad.
Huh Huh?!
W-What?!
As EXP flooded in, everyone stared at their bars in shock.
Level up.
All stats 1.
Bonus stat 1 granted.
Levels began rising rapidly.
Right. James Marcus broke past 740 here.
Entering the city once at over 700 had netted him a whopping 40 levels.
So what if everyone, including his mother in the 300s, got that EXP?
Theyd easily blow past 500.
Simple reason.
James Marcuss party had at least 20 members.
Jeong Hoons? Just 6.
The energy, spread thin across 20, was now shared among 6so naturally, far more EXP per person.
No more energy remains.
When it all settled, Jeong Hoons level had hit a staggering 683.
Up 139 levels from 544.
Jackpot.
Hed worried about not touching 700, but this was an outstanding result.
Everyone get a decent level boost?
Jeong Hoon turned to look at them.
Phew, Hoon. I passed 500!
Yeo Min-ji spoke up first.
Yeah? Whats your level now?
531!
Right on target, over 500.
And Yeo Sun-woo?
Jeong Hoon glanced at him, and he held up five fingers.
I passed 500 too. Exactly 549.
Brother! I hit 502!
Im at 503!
I made it to 507.
Everyone had successfully surpassed 500.
Jeong Hoons lips curved into a wide smile.
Perfect. Now you all just need to do your 5th job changes.
The 5th job change, available from level 401.
The path was now open to everyone.
Its all thanks to you, Hoon.
Truly, thank you.
Yeo Sun-woo and his daughter bowed deeply to Jeong Hoon in gratitude.
Save the thanks for later. Time to move on to the next one.
The next?
Yeo Min-ji tilted her head.
Yeah. There might be more like this.
Theyd gained over 100 levels in one go.
If they found another massive opportunity, theyd grow even stronger.
That makes sense.
Alright, lets hurry.
Discovering Gods City had pushed everyone past 500.
Now it was time to upgrade their planned skills.