Chapter 139: Leftovers
...Honestly thought I’d win this. I knew he’d fight hard, but damn—he was actually trying to kill you. Got a little panicked, there.
Laughing, Lazus says that. If he had a body, I’d definitely punch him.
My heart regenerated, wounds sealing shut thanks to the "Hyper Regeneration" effect. I stood up, and Lazus slowly walked toward me.
Thank goodness… really… thank goodness…
You don’t need to use telepathy to know these words came from deep inside. This fight had to be a gamble for Lazus too.
Is the alchemist’s board reaching maximum level or what?
...That brings it back to mind.
Ah, probably...
Checking my status through鉴定...
Alchemist Lv99
[Occupational Skill]
Alchemy Rank SSS Title: "False God"
"Definitely capped out on the job board... and look at that rank—up to Triple S... title says 'False God'...?"
The job board in UR, but considering how strong the enemy was... I guess it was expected, I guess...
Yeah, let's head back up to the upper floor for now.
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When we returned to the upper floor, several golems were standing there—like they’d been waiting for us all along.
The golem led me into a recessed space within the cave, guiding me like a tour guide. In that space stood a silver platform, something arranged neatly on top of it.
"What's that?"
It's the contents of the Gacha you didn't pull.
I’m stunned by Lazus’s words. Look closely—there are tons of things that came from the Gacha, like “candy” and “job board,” laid out in front of me.
"Wait... if I didn’t take it... can I still have it?"
You brought the cash, right?
"Wait... what?!"
"Haha, kidding! Use 'em all!"
"No way! I'm happy to get it, but why didn't you give it to me before fighting that demon!?"
Of course, a question pops into my head.
Even if I handed it over first, if Agalirept doesn’t listen to my persuasion, you’d have no chance. Wouldn’t matter—you’d just end up dead. Pointless.
No way, that’s too Spartan!
I’m fuming, and suddenly a golem comes over, silver tray in hand, carrying three little "candies."
"This... could it be...?"
A pearl of “Eukaryon” that grants unique skills. I don’t have any magic power or materials left to craft new magical artifacts—this will be my last one.
I鉴定 those three things.
[Obsidian Iron Corruption] SSR
She’s wrapped in black iron armor from head to toe, manifesting a massive sword that moves with perfect ease.
[Divine Combat Qi] SSR
An advanced upgrade to Qigong Martial Arts—able to manipulate qi with complete freedom.
[Inheritance of the Master Craftsman] SSR
Boosted my dexterity stat significantly.
Two of them are unique skills from Hanuman and Labyrinth. The third one’s the last status-enhancement buff type left.
Dexterity boosts accuracy and affects how well职业 skills "generate."
Checking the other "candy" and "job boards" —
Fire Magic (I) R × 6 Wind Magic (I) R × 8
Earth Magic (I) R × 7 Water Magic (I) R × 4
Thunder Magic (I) R × 3, Light Magic (I) R × 2
Dark Magic (I) R × 2 Healing Magic (I) R × 6
Enhancement Magic (I) R × 2
Magic Affinity (I) R × 7, Growth Acceleration (I) SR × 5
Physical Resistance (I) R × 3 Magic Resistance (I) R × 3
Spatial Perception (I) R × 1 Thousand-Mile Eye (I) SR × 4
Assessment (I) R × 4, Mana Boost (I) SR × 7
Mind Defense (I) R × 5, Stealth (I) R × 6
Blessing (I) SR × 3, Intimidation (I) R × 4
Precision Calibration (I) R × 3 Heat-Cold Resistance (I) R × 5
Enemy Perception (I) R × 2 Telepathy (I) R × 5
Imitation (I) SR × 1 Calculation Acceleration (I) SR × 4
职业 Board – Monk R × 1
职业 Board – Hunter R × 2
职业 Board – Mage Warrior SR × 5
职业 Board – Monk SR × 4
职业 Board – Sage SR × 1
职业 Board – Holy Warrior SR × 3
职业 Board – Archer R × 3
职业 Board – Thief R × 1
职业 Board – Blacksmith R × 3
职业 Board – Assassin SR × 2
职业 Board – Great Mage SR × 2
职业 Board – Demon King SSR × 2
职业 Board – Great Sage SSR × 1
『That’s all for ability-based skills. The weapon and armor gachas were all pulled, so nothing’s left here. The item gachas… well, nothing there’ll help you… but…』
A small golem brought another tray. Ten gem-like objects sat on it.
“What’s this?”
『Material called “Lightstone.” It doesn’t do much on its own, but if you combine it with your “Magic Stones” through alchemy, it becomes meaningful.』
“Magic Stones…? I didn’t even know I had those.”
『You should’ve picked them up when you delved into that Russian dungeon.』
Those words triggered a flood of memory. I quickly opened my pocket dimension and started rummaging through it.
“Is this it…?”
I pulled them all out and laid them on the ground.
Thunder Magic Stone Summoning Magic Stone
Light Magic Stone Enhancement Magic Stone
Earth Magic Stone Fire Magic Stone
Darkness Magic Stone Water Magic Stone
Wind Magic Stone White Magic Stone
“Ten types of ‘Magic Stones’… so I just need to combine these with the ‘Lightstone,’ right? But… what the hell does that even do?”
"Combining them creates a material called 'Luminous Stone.'"
Luminous Stone!? I've heard of that. Wasn't it Noah who mentioned it before I came into this maze? I pulled out the black glove Noah gave me from the pocket dimension.
"That's the legendary artifact known as the 'Ten Fingers of Pluto,' written on the final page of the 'Occult Manuscript.' I no longer have the magic power to forge it myself. You're the only one who can do it—try forging it for me."
My Alchemist profession skill is at maximum level. I don't think I'll fail... but there's only one of each material... suddenly, anxiety crept in.
"Relax. It'll be fine. You'll definitely succeed."
With Lazus urging me from behind, I lined up stones of the same color and began forging them one by one. It consumed massive amounts of magic power, but unlike before, it was surprisingly easy.
Previously, I’d failed often—but now, I succeeded with all ten, transforming them into "Luminous Stones."
The Luminous Stones were diamond-shaped, glowing brightly, each with a distinct color. I slid each one into the hollows at the back of the glove, near the base of the fingers.
"This is the 'Ten Fingers of Pluto'...?"
Upon identification, rarity was UR, and it stated: "Enhances magic power."
"That's an extremely powerful magical item. It'll definitely come in handy."
Then, I ate all the candy I'd been given—Lazus called it "Eukaryon," right? Checking my status afterward...
Alchemist Lv99
HP 84,310 / 84,310
MP ∞ / ∞
Strength 176,940
Defense 117,480
Magic Defense 55,500
Agility 99,780
Dexterity 57,860
Intelligence 195,125
Luck 858,000
[Profession Skill]
Magic Rank SSS Title: "King of Magic"
Healing Arts Rank SS
Composite Magic Rank S
Mapping Rank SSS Title: "King of Caves"
Occult Manuscript Rank A
Swordsmanship Rank SSS Title: "Sword Saint"
Martial Arts Rank SSS Title: "King of Fists"
Creation Art Rank C
Dissection Rank A
Seizure Rank SS
Archery Rank B
Taming Rank SSS Title: "Master of Demons"
Alchemy Rank SSS Title: "False God"
Archive Rank B
Qigong Martial Arts Rank S
Magic Sword Rank S
Barrier Art Rank S
Light Blessing Rank SSS Title: "Guide to Light"
Dark Blessing Rank A
Assassination Art Rank A
[Unique Skills]
Spatial-Temporal Manipulation, Peerless, Cradle of Life
Infinite Mana, Divine Eye, Godslayer
Gravity Manipulation, Immortality, Black Iron Corrosion Armor
All Status Effect Resistance, Demon Lord's Armor, Battle God Qigong
Goddess's Blessing, Divine Speed, Master Craftsman's Inheritance
Barrier Defense, Dragon King's Coffin
Super Regeneration (Extreme), Dragon Blast
[Skills] [Magic]
Scrying (XXI) Wind Magic (XXVII)
Spatial Perception (XXVIII) Earth Magic (XXV)
Strength Enhancement (XXX) Fire Magic (XXV)
Thousand-Mile Eye (XVII) Light Magic (XXVI)
Mana Enhancement (XX) Summoning Magic (XXX)
Heat and Cold Resistance (XXI) Thunder Magic (XXVIII)
Physical Resistance (XVII) Water Magic (XXIV)
Magic Resistance (XVIII) Dark Magic (XXVIII)
Magic Aptitude (XXII) Enhancement Magic (XXIII)
Growth Acceleration (XX) Healing Magic (XXV)
Stealth (XXIV)
Agility (XXX)
Precision Correction (XIV)
Intimidation (XIV)
Calculation Acceleration (XIV)
Telepathy (XVI)
Enemy Perception (XIX)
Imitation (XXVI)
Mental Defense (XVI)
Blessing (XVIII)
[Taming]
Divine Species Vishnu SSS
Demon God Species Agalirepto SSS
Divine Dragon Hydra SSS
Rock Giant Titan SSS
Flame Dragon King Shiva SS
Guardian Lavelia SS
Rakshasa Race Ravana SS
Beastman Race Hanuman S
Spirit Race Divine Flame Phoenix S
Fairy Race Sprigan AAA
Demon Beast Race Chimera AAA
Metal Giant Gagas A
As Lazus said, twelve summon creatures of A-rank or higher were now gathered. No idea how much that’ll hold up against the Demon God King, but we’ve done everything we could.
My clothes were in tatters, so I pulled a fresh set from the sub-space and changed.
『Ready yet?』
Lazus stood beside a golem holding some kind of tool.
“Yeah….”
『This magic device will send you back to your original world. Won’t work again, though… come on, over here.』
I stepped closer when I saw the golem was holding a box-shaped magic tool with a tiny lever. Can I really go back like this?
『The Demon God has already begun the invasion. The labyrinth and the outside world have slightly different time flows—but you’re still in time to stop it.』
The golem pulled the lever, and a glowing portal opened before me.
“Lazus… you really can’t leave this place? If there’s anything I can do for you, just say the word. I think I and a lot of others owe you our lives.”
『Thank you. But don’t worry about me. If you want to repay me, then fulfill my wish—topple the Demon God King. That’s all I want.』
“…Got it. I will… for sure…”
I stood before the portal. Looking back, Lazus and the silent golem came into view.
『The skills I gave you mostly mimic powers of demons and such, but some are original creations… make good use of them.』
“Yeah… got it.”
I said that, then stepped into the light.