Manager Jeon Gwang-il was also surprised.

At first, I didn’t know why Manager Lee Min-ah was surprised.

I thought Bong Joo-hyuk, the player, had abandoned the mission when he reappeared in less than 10 minutes.

But then the messages immediately captured on the smartphone:

  • Team leader, another general notice has been posted.
  • This is a record of clearing 11 consecutive S++ levels.
  • The president has called an emergency meeting.
  • If possible, finish your business trip quickly and come back.

I had already called Commissioner Park Kyung-soo to tell him that the player named Bong Joo-hyuk is not an S++ recorder and that I would just sign a general contract and go in quickly.

But what is this?

It was this guy.

Bong Joo-hyuk, who was so timid that he couldn’t even make eye contact with Manager Lee Min-ah, was the S++ recorder.

Anyone who isn’t an idiot wouldn’t know this.

They claim it was a coincidence, but…

“Coincidence ain’t no joke.”

The attack floor and timing are completely identical.

However, player Bong Joo-hyuk is still evading,

“Ah, it’s me, it’s a coincidence. ···Ah, oops, sorry, my tone is contagious, ha, anyway, it’s definitely not me.”

He was stuttering but was brazenly holding on.

“Isn’t that true?”

“Pressure! No, yes.”

But Jeon Gwang-il was confident.

Bong Joo-hyuk is an S++ grade recorder.

Although he tried hard to hide it, it was revealed in his facial expressions, speech, and gestures.

“I see.”

“…Hahaha, that, that’s right.”

“Then, now that you have confirmed your awakening, I will prepare the contract. Manager Lee Min-ah?”

Manager Lee Min-ah, who was quick-witted, took out a copy of the contract from the envelope.

A contract prepared in advance.

For S++ writers only.

“Hey, this isn’t a regular contract. It’s like an elite team contract.”

“No, it’s on a different level. If I had to say, I would call it an ultra-elite contract.”

“…”

“Currently, in South Korea, only player Yoo Cheol-min receives this benefit.”

Player Yoo Cheol-min.

A name that Joo-hyuk also knows.

The best player in Korea who has conquered the 65th floor and is currently challenging the 66th floor.

“Check it out. It includes all the benefits the country can give you: an annual salary of 12 billion won, real estate, VVIP protocol and security, and even immunity.”

“No, why are you doing this to me?”

“Because you have proven your greatest talent. Please make a decision. For the Republic of Korea.”

It’s all written down.

Because of that damn John Cossack,

Because of the three ridiculous principles of the accused.

“Ah, shit, this is getting too much.”

Joo-hyuk looks discouraged.

At that sight, Manager Lee Min-ah,

“Mr. Joo-hyuk, you deserve to be treated according to your talents. Come join the elite team.”

Then she smiled brightly.

Bam!

Joo-hyuk’s heart sank.

‘A woman···, a smile on her eyes?’

I didn’t expect this.

Joo-hyuk has almost no immunity against women.

You have to be very alert.

If you’re not careful, you might get dragged away.

So, with a serious expression,

“…I won’t become a player unless it’s a normal contract.”

“Yes?”

“No, why···?”

Joo-hyuk took courage.

“I don’t like being noticed. When I’m noticed, I get stressed, and when I’m stressed, I don’t want to do anything.”

“…Hmm.”

“…”

It’s surprising, but it’s true.

It has been like that until now.

“So far, climbing the tower is fun. I’m really into it, but it’s only the 11th floor. It’s unclear what the future holds, and I’m not sure about it yet.”

Only then did Jeon Gwang-il realize.

Bong Joo-hyuk’s personality.

Just as if you treat a male customer who comes to buy clothes at a clothing store kindly, that customer will never come back again,

If you pretend to know a regular customer who comes to the restaurant every day and chat about this and that, the customer who was a regular will stop coming the next day.

For some people, excessive attention can backfire.

For example, the extreme I personality type among MBTI personality types.

It is right to step down now.

“…Okay, I understand. Then let’s proceed with the general contract.”

“Oh! Thank you.”

Joo-hyuk received the new contract, reviewed it, and quickly signed it.

To this extent, it was prevented.

You may ask why we insist on only general contracts.

Wouldn’t it be nice to quickly sign an elite contract and climb to the top while receiving benefits?

An elite contract requires you to do what you get.

Even if you want to quit while climbing up the stairs, you can’t.

Because it’s a team created for climbing the uncharted upper floors.

Also, if you join an elite team, you have to film your strategy video and show it to people.

John Cossack’s existence is bound to be exposed.

But I don’t want to reveal it.

He is different from normal summoners.

A distinct entity.

You should ask first.

▪ ▪ ▪

Hannam-dong, Seoul.

Commissioner Park Gyeong-su simply blinked at Team Leader Jeon Gwang-il’s unexpected report.

Bong Joo-hyuk, the player I met today after receiving a phone call, is presumed to be the S++-grade strategy recorder? No, it’s almost certain.

I asked again and again.

But the answer was the same.

“Team Leader, are you completely different from the interim report? Didn’t you say on the phone that he’s a timid player with no will to climb?”

“You’re right.”

“Huh? …But he’s S++ rated?”

“That’s true too. He has no will to climb and is timid, but he possesses the talent to conquer S++ ranks.”

I have no idea what this means.

“Explain in detail.”

“That is…···”

Jeon Gwang-il explains what happened a little while ago.

Then, Commissioner Park Kyung-soo asked with a furious expression.

“…Is it possible that this is a coincidence?”

The answer to your question is from Manager Lee Min-ah.

“The timing was perfect. It couldn’t have been a coincidence.”

She is a player.

You must have seen and heard it yourself at the time.

This means that the time of the successful conquest message and the time of exiting the tower match.

If that’s the case, then it means that there is definitely a record of S++-grade strategy.

Why do you say you want to remain as a regular team?

Are you going to let that tremendous talent go to waste?

“Did you explain in detail the benefits of the elite team?”

“Yes, I told you again several times. I actively appealed to him.”

“…So you’re saying that he was still unwavering?”

What on earth is the intention?

“Maybe he is intentionally trying to raise the price…···”

“I don’t think so. It could be due to his personality itself.”

“So he’s really that timid?”

“Yes, maybe.”

“Sigh, I’m going crazy.”

What should I do?

No matter how talented you are, if you don’t have the will to climb, it’s right to give up.

But what if it’s S++ level talent?

“So what about the contract?”

“For now, a general contract is the best option. If you approach it rashly, it will be counterproductive.”

“Are you going to keep leaving it like this?”

“No way. How can you just sit back and watch such incredible talent? You have to drag him into the elite team no matter what.”

Commissioner Park Kyung-soo also nodded.

“Good, but… don’t approach him too persistently. If he’s really timid, he might give up his player status altogether.”

“Yes, first, I plan to figure out what kind of person Bong Joo-hyuk is. If there are any vulnerabilities, I will have to dig into them.”

“Yes, but you have to keep it a secret. Only me, the former team leader, and Manager Lee Min-ah know about it.”

“I will keep that in mind.”

“Me too.”

The elite contract fell through, but we can’t just sit back and watch.

I already knew who it was.

Moreover, the general contract was successful.

The important thing is security.

Flies might stick to him.

Because talented players are coveted by any country.

“By the way, will the 12th floor also set an S++ record?”

“Well, that could be the case, but you also have to keep in mind the possibility of him slowing down. He might deliberately stall for time or make the strategy difficult.”

“To avoid getting into the elite team?”

“Or just keep going with S++. At least you said that climbing the tower is fun.”

It’s actually ambiguous.

I want to confirm whether he is truly an S++ talent, but I also want to stop here and keep Bong Joo-hyuk’s existence unknown.

But the next day.

[Notice: You have achieved S++ level of strategy for the 12th floor of the Black Tower (Korea).]

Also?

Team Leader Jeon Gwang-il called Joo-hyuk to confirm.

“Hey, Player Bong Joo-hyuk, did you just clear the 12th floor?”

“…Yes, that’s right. But the 13th floor might be difficult.”

The next day,

[Notice: You have achieved S++ level of strategy for the 13th floor of the Black Tower (Korea).]

What? Are you having a hard time?

[Notice: You have achieved S++ level of strategy for the 14th floor of the Black Tower (Korea).]

Three days in a row.

“It was real.”

What does it matter if he’s timid now?

He’s definitely producing results.

Commissioner Park Kyung-soo had no choice but to make a decision.

Bring him to the elite team unconditionally.

Team Leader Jeon Gwang-il also thought the same.

“Should I attach someone?”

“No. Special treatment is more dangerous. There are a lot of eyes watching. Let’s treat him like a regular contractor for the time being.”

“I think so too.”

You have to approach it carefully.

First of all, build a relationship of trust.

Even if he has a very shy personality, he will change once you become close to him.

“Let’s figure out a way to strengthen our relationship with him.”

“The best things are those you meet a lot and often.”

“Then, Team Leader, you take care of it.”

“All right.”

▪ ▪ ▪

Three days ago,

The day after conquering the 11th floor.

Joo-hyuk had summoned the Cossacks.

Pretending to be angry.

“I told you to take it slow, didn’t I?”

“…Yes. That’s right.”

“But what is this? It’s all been revealed.”

“I’m sorry, I’m sorry.”

“If you do it one more time, there will be no soup left. This is a de-summoning.”

“Name.”

Of course, I feel sorry too.

I did it all for myself.

“Mr. Cossack.”

“Huh?”

“What if I reveal to people the existence of Mr. Cossack?”

“That’s up to the Summoner. If you want, I’ll do it.”

“Be honest with me. Do you like it? Do you not like it?”

“…Ugh, I don’t like it. It’s bothering me.”

“All right.”

But,

Aren’t the Cossacks people from another world?

If their existence becomes known, all sorts of people will flock to them.

Where are you from?

What is your name?

Why do you do this?

I shouldn’t make it public.

Just keep going like this.

Then to the 12th floor.

[12th floor mission: Defeat 20 Ice Ice Spear Weasels.]
[Completion time: Within 3 hours.]
[Completion condition: 0/20 Ice Ice Spear Weasels.]
[Failure condition: Death or abandon mission.]

“Really, slowly! Let’s go normally.”

If you attack normally from the 12th floor, won’t the management office give up?

“Insect!”

A Cossack who speaks coolly.

This time, I think I can trust you.

Unlike the 11th floor, which was surrounded by a huge number of burrowing snakes, the number of ice and snow icicle weasels was rare and hard to see.

I had to go inside and look for it.

But the 12th-floor environment is a problem.

The bitter cold.

I had known the weather in advance and put on a padded coat and a scarf, but the biting wind blew in through the gaps in my clothes.

It would be okay if I just stayed silent at the entrance to the tower…

We have no choice but to move together.

Because if you’re left alone, out of sight of the Cossacks, you never know what might happen.

But the further inside you go, the more terrible the cold becomes.

I prepared a hot pack in advance, but it was useless.

Buzz buzz buzz buzz.

My lips turned blue.

At the moment when you feel like moving your body,

“You might freeze to death like this. I’ll finish this as quickly as possible and get you to a warm room.”

The Cossacks charged at the herds of ice-snow-hungry raccoons huddled together here and there.

“Stay here. I’ll be done in a minute.”

“No, I’m fine, take your time…···”

John Cossack, of course, didn’t even listen.

“I, I demand absolute obedience…···”

At last,

[Notice: You have achieved S++ rank in conquering the 12th floor of the Black Tower (Korea).]
[Reward: You will receive a Platinum Badge as a reward for achieving S++ rank.]

‘Fuck.’

Good night.

Let’s see who wins.

“Whew, it’s warm now. Then I’ll go out and watch TV or…”

“Summoned.”

Spot!

Where do you want to watch TV?

There is no soup for those who do not obey.

Then I got a call from Team Leader Jeon Gwang-il.

Are you sure you just cleared the 12th floor?

Now that everything has been revealed, is there any reason to hide it?

That’s what he said.

There is also a mission to break through traps in a 13-story corridor-type environment.

“There’s really nothing you can do here. Your mission is to get through the hallways. They’re full of traps. Blades will stick out from the walls and floors, and you could get hurt. We’ll quickly destroy the trap machinery.”

“…”

In the 14th-floor cave.

“It’s a giant bat with eyes. Its main skill, sonic attack, is wide-ranged, so if it’s cast, even the summoner will be hit. I’ll deal with it before that happens.”

“···.”

John Cossack, who never gives in, even to threats of being de-summoned.

Article 3 of the Principle of the Complainant.

It’s really annoying, really annoying.

Joohyuk ended up giving up.

Absolute obedience, my ass!

I just can’t seem to get it to work.

Okay.

Do whatever you want.

I wonder how far it will go.

I don’t want to give up.

A body that has already been tamed.

In the account, there is a 2.75 million won reward for selling the Magic Stones up to the 10th floor and a 2 million won support fund for general players.

Even the 5kg of Magic Stones received as rewards from the 11th to 14th floors are in the inventory.

‘This alone costs 2.5 million won.’

Iced coffee!

It’s like earning more than 7 million won already.

I can’t even imagine how much money I’ll be making in the future.

I quit my part-time job at a convenience store and a meat restaurant.

It’s better to focus on one thing.

In this situation, you stop climbing the tower?

No way.

Even though I’m timid, I’m not to that extent.

LUNA-CAVE

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