The Saint Who Levels Up Through Necromancy

Chapter 55: Rising to Prominence

[Translator - Hestia]

[Proofreader - Kaya]

Chapter 55: Rising to Prominence

Even after conquering the Iron Tomb, the collaboration between the two teams with differing goals continued.

[Paracelsus' Magic Cylinder]

Rank: Unique

Category: Alchemy Tool

Durability: 50/50

A cylinder created by the legendary alchemist Paracelsus to compress mana to its limits.

◎ Mana Compression Rate - 523%

After defeating the boss monster in the Gate that opened in Chuncheon, they acquired this alchemy equipment.

[Infinite Pouch]

Rank: Unique

Category: Miscellaneous

Durability: 100/100

A pouch inscribed with subspace magic. It can store up to 1,000kg.

◎ Capacity: 0/1,000kg

As a reward for conquering the [Twisted Pit], they obtained a subspace pouch with a capacity of 1 ton.

And what happened to the Arhan raid team Hunters?

"..."

"..."

The condition of taking loot based on contribution remained in effect for the remaining two Gates as well.

Yoojin unleashed the necromancy he couldn't use in the [Iron Tomb] without holding back.

He created an undead army on the spot, robbing Arhan of any chance to participate.

【Hehe. This is so satisfying.】

Fafnir laughed in satisfaction, seeing the dumbfounded Arhan raid team Hunters.

"It's not enough to be satisfied with this."

【Is that so?】

"The real revenge hasn't even begun."

He had succeeded in provoking the Vice President who orchestrated this whole thing, but...

From the perspective of the largest guild in Korea, this was just a minor incident.

"Their pride must be hurt. They'll retaliate in some way."

【Is that also within your calculations, Master?】

"That's right. As I weaken their forces and grow stronger through this, the day will come when I can stab a knife into Arhan's heart."

Yoojin spoke resolutely.

He had already done this before his regression.

He was becoming stronger much faster this time, so there was no reason why he couldn't do it again.

【I'm indebted to you, Master.】

"If you're going to talk about debt, just focus on eating mana stones."

Yoojin retorted bluntly.

"I've learned a lot."

After closing the last Gate, Song Myeongseok returned to using honorifics.

"I'm glad you learned something."

"Next time, I'll show you what I can do."

"If you have the skills to do so."

Of course.

He wasn't sure when they would meet again, but until then, Song Myeongseok could sharpen his teeth.

'The stronger he is, the more useful he'll be when I turn him into an undead.'

Even Jo Seungchul, a 7 Star Hunter in the original timeline, was now just a Skeleton Mage.

If he strengthened the bones and changed the materials composing the body, he might be able to achieve comparable abilities.

But still...

'If possible, I want to avoid the hassle.'

Modifying existing undead was such a chore.

He had to fit in the reinforcing materials without disrupting the balance between the assimilated corpse and soul.

And he had to consider the wavelengths and synergy of the items and materials.

'So get stronger. Quickly.'

A glint of desire flickered in Yoojin's eyes.

Song Myeongseok met his gaze and involuntarily stepped back.

"Ah, don't forget to send the scrap metal."

"Should we deliver it all to the Paju workshop?"

"23.5 tons. If even a little bit of the weight is off, I'll hold Arhan accountable."

"That useless... Anyway, that won't happen."

Those Arhan guys...

It seemed they had investigated the [Scrap Metal Imbued with Lingering Attachment] while raiding the remaining two Gates.

〔This is troublesome. Now those small humans know your aim.〕

'Do you really think so?'

〔Wouldn't there be alchemists in an organization like Arhan?〕

'That's right. They're probably more skilled than Shin Joonseok, too.'

Shin Joonseok had awakened about two years ago.

Even as the future Grand Alchemist, at this point in time, he was just a craftsman with good dexterity and intuition.

This meant there were many alchemists who were more skilled in terms of skill proficiency and mana application.

〔If they find out how to use the scrap metal, they might not hand it over so easily.〕

'Even if the alchemists of Arhan died and came back to life, they wouldn't know.'

Let them investigate and analyze all they want.

They might get chills, but they wouldn't figure out how to use it.

The [Scrap Metal Imbued with Lingering Attachment] was a metal more attuned to necromancy than alchemy.

'It can be used to strengthen bones or create undead like the Steel Specter.'

Its uses were truly endless.

It wasn't common for inanimate objects like iron to be imbued with resentment, so it was a mineral that even Yoojin had struggled to obtain.

'20 tons is enough for me to use for several years.'

He was really lucky.

If Arhan Guild had taken the entire [Iron Tomb], he wouldn't have even had this opportunity.

"Here's an investment proposal from Jeil Corporation..."

"This time..."

Dressed in suits as if they had coordinated a dress code, they raised their voices.

It was a good thing Shin Joonseok's workshop was a bit out of town.

Otherwise, they would have received complaints from the residents.

"Maybe we should have worn suits too."

"Should we prepare them now?"

"I'm kidding, so please bear with me."

Yoojin waved his hand dismissively and pushed past the crowd gathered in front of the workshop.

"Let's go in."

"Hey, who are you to just barge in?"

Despite the light shove, the people were pushed back easily.

Thanks to his strength stat, which was comparable to a martial arts Hunter of the same rank, it was easy to get through.

Though he did get some curses thrown his way in the process.

"Wait, are you by any chance Hunter Cheon Yoojin?!"

"It's Hunter Cheon Yoojin!"

"Didn't he do a joint raid with Arhan?"

"I heard he overwhelmed Song Myeongseok."

Murmurs arose.

The representatives from various corporations and guilds recognized Yoojin.

He had consecutively closed three long-unconquered Gates.

Even though Arhan had restricted information, they couldn't completely prevent rumors from spreading.

"Yes, yes, I'm Cheon Yoojin."

As Yoojin casually replied and moved forward, the Little Runts team hurriedly followed behind.

"Excuse us, we're with him."

"Oh, I participated in that raid too! I'm Kang Minyeong!"

"Senior, I'm embarrassed."

After a small commotion, the group safely entered the workshop.

Shin Joonseok, trying to figure out the bustling situation outside, made eye contact with Yoojin, who had just entered the fence.

"My business partner!"

"Wow, you've become popular while I haven't seen you."

"It's all thanks to you, Yoojin... but that's not important right now!"

"There are so many people who want to invest. That's good, isn't it?"

Yoojin said nonchalantly.

"Didn't I tell you I rejected Arhan's investment offer too?"

"Ah, did you?"

"You're acting like it's none of your business!"

Shin Joonseok spat out a curse and took his frustration out on the ground.

He was as grumpy as ever, both in the past and present.

〔Isn't this incident a result of your mistake?〕

'Why are you suddenly bringing up mistakes?'

〔Didn't you give that small human's information to Arhan while promoting the intermediate potion?〕

'Shut up, I don't know anything about that.'

Shoo, shoo.

Go away.

Pushing Kronos' thoughts aside, Yoojin patted Shin Joonseok's shoulder.

"But isn't the potion supply issue mostly settled?"

"I'm only handing over the initial production to Arhan."

"Ah, you're talking about the next production."

"And the investment."

"Cheer up. Your skills have been recognized."

"My skills? It's all thanks to what you taught me, partner."

Self-doubt clouded Shin Joonseok's face.

Yoojin choked back a groan at the sight, something he hadn't seen before his regression.

'Is it because I told him the potion ratio?'

He had shared a bit of his future knowledge to find a useful em— no, a business partner.

He hadn't expected this kind of side effect.

〔See? The repercussions of twisting causality are starting to show one by one.〕

Oh, you're enjoying this, aren't you?

'If you spout any more nonsense about hardship or trials, I'll leave your pocket watch behind.'

〔Is there something wrong with my statement? It's time to admit it.〕

'Watch closely and see how I resolve this.'

Yoojin beckoned Lee Seongmin, who was standing behind him.

"The Infinite Pouch?"

"Yeah, take out what we got from the Toy Factory."

A red hydraulic cylinder.

As he subtly presented it to Shin Joonseok, the alchemist's cloudy eyes regained their focus.

"P-Partner, what is this?"

"There was this legendary alchemist named Paracelsus. This is something he used."

"How could I not know that name! But why are you giving me this precious item...?"

"Because you're the most skilled alchemist around me."

Shin Joonseok's face brightened at Yoojin's praise.

"Partner!"

"Research that and let me know the results and how to use it."

"Of course! I'll figure out everything from the operating principles of this cylinder to the construction magic and report back to you!"

See?

He cheered up quickly after just a few words, didn't he?

〔That small human is so fickle.〕

'Where did the constellation who was just talking about causality go?'

The pocket watch in his pocket vibrated and then remained silent for a long time.

[Translator - Hestia

[Proofreader - Kaya]