The Half-Demon was a rare species of monster that was difficult to encounter due to several spawn conditions, although it belonged to the lowest category of the 3rd rank. Therefore, I decided to share this information first. Even cheat mode players shouldn't have much experience in defeating a Half-Demon, much less catching it with a team of three.

First of all, this is useless information.

In fact, this was the most decisive factor.

Half-demons were difficult to catch, and even harder to kill the three of them. We are not in cheat mode, in which you could absorb up to 30 essences. Simply put, this is information from the category - "Oh, really? Interesting information."

"Is it true?!" Ah! I don't doubt you. Really. You know that, don't you?

The fox-masked woman jumped up to protest, then hurriedly justified herself. The reaction of the others was also a little strange.

— ... Catch a Half-Demon in a group of three?

"But the Half-Demon is a rank 3 monster. How is that possible?

They reacted as if they had never heard such nonsense.

"Then let's move on," I replied, as if there was nothing special about it. This was supposed to divert attention from me, but thanks to my mysterious image, no one noticed anything.

"Fortunately, the light turned green.

After that, the Deer reported his information, received a "pass", and the round ended. According to the announcement I saw when I entered, from now on, participants will consult with each other to decide whether or not to go through another lap.

"I'll end here today.

When Crescent, who had not prepared much, announced that he was giving up after the first lap, it seemed that the rally would end there.

"Hmm, then I'll end it with that, too," the Fox said. "I'll save what I was going to use today for the next meeting.

The deer answered:

"If the Fox is finished, I'll stop too." I have other information prepared, but... I'm not sure these two don't know her.

The clown spoke to me in a low voice.

"What are you going to do, Lev?" I don't mind continuing the meeting together...

"I'll end here too.

"Yes?" Why?

I just shrugged my shoulders and said nothing. If I could, I'd like to do a few rounds and gather more information, but if it was just the two of us, there would be a chance of getting caught. It was too risky. If I throw in any information to stir them up and the red light comes on, they might know I'm a newbie. Giving and taking information piece at a time was also not very effective.

"Hmm, it's a pity. It was the first time I had met a person who could be useful to me, but we must end here.

The meeting came to an end with Clown's words of regret.

But what is it?

—…

Even though the meeting was over, everyone remained in their seats and just silently watched each other. Although they pretended that they weren't, it wasn't hard to tell that their attention was on me. It seemed like they wanted to say a few words to me before they left.

... Yes, it seems that the main hero of today is me.

I smiled, but thought about it seriously. At the first meeting, I managed to create a concept that would not be looked down upon by the local old-timers. So, what was the most appropriate action for this concept?

—…

Clown, Deer, Fox, Crescent.

I looked at each of the four veterans I met here in turn.

"Is that all?" I said.

***

"He's... Left.

Just as the Lion left, the Fox let out a long sigh.

Crescent looked at her and asked cautiously:

"Fox, are you okay?"

Although the topic was omitted, the meaning was clear, as it was previously very dangerous.

— ... I am well.

Murderous energy.

The intent to kill someone was something intangible that was usually hard to feel unless you had a good spiritual sense. However, in this special space, where mind and spirit merged, everything was different.

"Are you really okay?" Your hands are shaking from the start.

Without the protection of the body, an overwhelming fear was imprinted on the mind at the moment when it was exposed to the murderous energy. Of course, this was usually the end of it. However, in severe cases, the spirit body was severely damaged, and the effects even spread to the real world.

"That will stop soon." Fortunately, it did not come to psychological pollution.

Even as she said this, the Fox was dizzy.

What would happen if Leo held back his murderous energy even for a second?

She trembled at the very thought of it. She might not have gone crazy, but she might have been left with a stutter or some kind of speech defect.

"Who can he be...?" The fox asked the question she was holding back.

He was the first rookie in a year after the Master's disappearance.

She thought that her mental barrier was stoic, but she was only able to withstand its murderous energy for a few seconds. It made her wonder what kind of hell a person would have to go through to achieve such mental strength, but there was something even more surprising.

"As soon as he realized that I was at the limit, he instantly stopped radiating energy.

— ... It seems that I was not mistaken.

The oppressive energy disappeared in less than a second. It was something that is difficult to describe in words.

To remove the fear formed as a result of extreme immersion in an instant?

Is this possible for the human mind?

I shouldn't have stuck my head out...

While the Fox regretted his careless actions, the Deer spoke:

- What do you all think about those words said earlier?

"You mean the Half-Demon?"

— Yes.

"This... It cannot be a lie once the light of truth has been turned on.

Of course, the preciousness of the round table was not absolute. If the speaker firmly believed that his words were true, and did not doubt it, then the jewel also emitted a green light.

"For some reason, I don't think he's misinformed.

"I... I also agree. That's why it's confusing.

In order for the lion mask's information to be true, one prerequisite must be met: defeating the Half-Demon in a team of three.

"I'm sure it is in the game, but it sounds too far-fetched to me," muttered Deer.

Crescent smiled at this murmur and joined the conversation.

"Wouldn't it be possible in 50x mode? Although I don't think that Lev passed the game on such difficulty.

"Hmph, you're guessing that's information that Lev learned in the game.

After the Clown's meaningful words, silence fell.

Of course, it did not last long. The three of them shook their heads and smiled.

— ... Haha, this can't be.

"Clown, you always say strange things.

The fox didn't deny it like the other two, but she felt the same way. Attacking the Half-Demon with three was difficult even in the game. How can this be done here?

"Chok, you all lack imagination," Clown clicked his tongue as if he was dissatisfied. "It doesn't matter, I hope you'll prepare better next time."

"Shall we prepare?"

"Information!" I mean information! What's it? Such a person finally joined us, but we had to refuse him due to lack of information. Are you going to take responsibility if that person loses interest in the place? Who knows what he will tell us in the future?!

— Listen, loss of interest is an exaggeration-...

"Didn't you hear what he said earlier?" He was clearly disappointed!

"Ahem...

"If you don't have anything to use, then at least find something stimulating and interesting. I don't want to miss this opportunity because of people like you guys. Got it?

At Clown's remark, all three fell silent and maintained an awkward silence.

The Round Table Watchers are a secret group that ordinary players didn't even know existed. The three of them were proud to be members.

"Is that all?"

With these words, everything was destroyed. They realized their arrogance under that cold, mocking gaze. When he left without even looking back, they admitted it. After all, for some, the Round Table Watchers were just a small well.

***

What an interesting place.

I opened my eyes with a feeling of complete satisfaction. In Lee Han-so's room, where there was only a bed and a computer desk, I checked the time and closed my eyes again.

Observers of the round table?

The community that Lee Baek Ho told me about was more helpful than I thought. It was the perfect source of high-quality information, which I lacked the most.

I have to find a way to stay in it until the end.

Of course, for this it was necessary to continue to act. They won't be able to kick me out just for discovering that I'm a newbie, but they'll try to get to the bottom of my identity more directly.

Either way, I'll be able to organize the information to use there next time.

I changed the subject of my thoughts.

[Sergeant Lee]

Lee Baek Ho. A professional of professionals... and the definition of misfortune - he was called here after he cleaned up the game on the day of demobilization. He didn't even have time to rest. To be honest, I still couldn't believe it.

Was he so generous as to take me under his wing?

I have to say thank you to Baek Ho the next time we meet.

I only entered the chat because I missed talking to Koreans, but I ended up making a great connection. Of course, I wasn't going to maintain a one-sided relationship. Not only did I not want it, but Baek Ho wouldn't be such a fool.

Not crossing the line while we can still laugh is how to maintain a long-term relationship.

After these thoughts, I sat down at the computer and began to participate in social activities. Unlike last time, I got GP by selling small pieces of information. In my free time, I would go to the community wall or chat room and adjust to the atmosphere. Soon the second public activity ended.

[You are transported to Rafdonia.]

In Björn Jandel's room.

As soon as I opened my eyes, I looked at my watch. Time flew by this time too.

... If only I hadn't gotten tired, everything would have been perfect.

Since I was still awake for about 12 hours by the time I usually slept, considerable mental fatigue had accumulated. Or could it be the consequence of too much killing energy?

Whatever the reason, I was glad I had cleared my schedule for tomorrow...

"Bjorn!" How long will you sleep!?

Damn you.

I closed my eyes only for a moment, but immediately saw Misha. It must have been morning already, for the light was shining through the window.

"A little more...

"What a little more?" You always call me lazy. Did you stay up all night in the library again?

— No, I don't.

"Hmm, really...?" Either way, before you go back to sleep, eat it while it's hot.

Misha was very sensitive to timely meals, so I obediently got up, and we ate together, after which I stretched out on the bed again.

How much time has passed since then?

When I slowly opened my eyes and looked out the window, I saw a gloomy, scarlet light falling on the glass.

"You slept until sunset!" What did you do yesterday?

"I just had trouble sleeping.

— ... Really?

Such a reaction hurt my feelings a little, but I had nothing to say in response. The barbarian's body could fall asleep as soon as it made up its mind.

"But... Have you been here all this time?

— Of course not. After the morning training, I met with Dvalki for a while, and I also went to my parents.

"What?" Wait, did you meet Dvalki?

— Yes. He said that something was bothering him, and I gave him some advice.

Misha said it as if nothing special had happened, but knowing Dvalka's feelings, I couldn't react in the same way.

Even in Dungeon & Stone, grievances between teammates were a shortcut to bloodshed.

"So... What was bothering him?

"Hmm... I can't just solve someone else's case...

Wow, that hurt my feelings.

"Aren't we a team?"

"Well... I'm sure I can tell you.

When I pretended to be disappointed, Misha had no problem revealing his problems. It was a routine relationship consultation. He had someone he liked, but he was concerned about whether or not to reveal his feelings.

To think that there are people who really do that...

Although I found myself laughing, I asked anyway, just to make sure.

"And what did you say?"

"Hm? I just told him to admit it as a man.

"I see...

This was the expected response.

Isn't it Misha, who didn't have a relationship at the age of 25? Judging by the way she usually behaves, she was not interested in such a relationship.

"That's why I want to say something...

At that moment, Mike abruptly turned away from my gaze and said these words. Her face flushed strangely.

What the hell? Is it because of the sunset?

While I was thinking about it, Misha grabbed my hand.

"Bjorn, if you don't mind, could you come home with me tomorrow?"

— ... Should I go with you?

Does she ask me to come to her house? Thinking that the words did not fit the context, I asked again, but Misha only nodded.

— Yes. Can? I promise that I will continue to do what you ask for in the future.

"Hm?

Wondering what this situation was, I soon realized what was happening. She wouldn't behave like that just to invite me to her inn.

"Maybe you're talking about your parents' house?"

Misha lowered her head to my question.

"Yes...

Her hands trembled nervously. The sun had already set; the sunset, illuminating Mike through the window, was getting darker and darker. She swallowed and added:

"You see... My father wants to see you... I thought... Could you... come with me...

An invitation from her parents? I'd be lying if I said I wasn't stunned, but I answered without hesitation.

"Good.

—... A what? Really? Are you serious? Oh, my! You can't take your words back, okay?

"yes, what time do we have to go tomorrow?"

There was a feeling as if a long-awaited event had come.