Stuck in The Tower

Episode 683: Gather together.

People’s eyes are on me and Lick.

The same goes for Teijun.

I didn’t expect to meet a licker here either.

“When did you come up?”

“me? “It’s been roughly four days.”

It wasn’t as long as I thought.

“Ugh cha. “I was wondering when I would meet other kids, but here I am.”

Lickjjak got up from his seat and grabbed me.

“I’ll talk to you for a moment.”

“Oh yeah. “Go and come back.”

“We will also be talking to you, Master.”

A clear attitude toward superiors.

Did they even take over this place in a few days?

no. Why are you hiding before that?

I had a lot to ask, but I just followed along.

Lick-jjak also moves forward without showing any sign and stops abruptly.

After checking that no one was around, he roughly stroked my head.

“This guy came all the way here to help me!”

“evil! “You just came here?”

-Jjuuuuk!

“Hey Mr. Won’t you let go!?”

I immediately punished him by pulling his cheek.

A power struggle out of nowhere.

Unfortunately, the guy escaped by throwing his head back.

Just be tall. Ah-oh.

If only I was 20cm taller!

anyway.

“What happened? “It’s helpful.”

This part took hold.

Looking at the situation, it doesn’t seem like Lick Jjak is here because he wants to be.

There is no need to leave a safe zone and stay here in the first place.

Of course, a climber named Fabio here is pretending to be the owner.

‘That means I won’t be pushed around by a guy like that.’

He may act like a tyrant in the safe zone, but that is limited to NPCs.

The story is different for the same climber.

Climbers can fight among themselves.

If you really kill someone, you get the title of murderer.

“Is it because of the guy who owns this place? “There’s probably a title for that guy as a murderer.”

According to what Teijun said, he already has the title of murderer.

Even if you kill an NPC, you still get the title of murderer.

Even if you kill a guy, there is no way he will be called a murderer.

“Yes, but. hmm. “What should I say?”

Lick-jjak, who had been talking with his arms crossed, sighs.

“First of all, he didn’t attack me.”

It explains roughly what is going on.

To put it simply:

“You mean to be nice to climbers?”

“that’s right. That’s what I wanted to eat here in the first place. “To create a completely safe zone for climbers.”

Expel the NPCs inside and create a safe zone for climbers.

It looks good just by listening to it.

Didn’t I immediately fall out of the safe zone due to the number of people limited?

Just being sure to fall into the safe zone is definitely an advantage.

“We are trying to create a community of climbers only on the 96th floor.”

The safety zone limit is approximately 500 people.

Although the survival rate of climbers has increased, I don’t think there will be hundreds of climbers who make it this far.

The majority will fail before then.

Nevertheless, it is good to keep the possibility open and secure a space where climbers can rest safely.

Even now, many people were coming up.

‘Those who have reached the 90th floor are also climbing faster than expected.’

There are also high-level hunters who choose to stay on the 90th floor.

Because they lost the will to climb.

I had no intention of forcing them and had no authority to do so.

But in everything, there was a flow.

‘Lee Jun-seok said that those who were staying on the 90th floor also headed upward one by one.’

As the number of people moving up, mainly in the Peqin Union, increased, they also began to move.

In some ways, it is one of the best forces remaining in the tower.

We cannot underestimate the abilities of those who have lived in the tower for decades.

The fact that we climbed to the 90th floor proves it.

There is no way it would be easy to maintain one’s sanity for decades in a disconnected space.

It meant that he was very mentally strong, and maintaining his mentality at the top was a prerequisite for survival.

“It looks good when you just listen to it.”

“To that end, we are going to kick out all the NPCs here.”

“aha.”

The problem is the process.

Safe zone?

good night. It’s nice to have.

“Because NPCs are filling up the population?”

“You know there’s a mess outside right now, right? “They’re kicking you out.”

I roughly understood it.

For some reason, I wondered why NPCs who were supposed to be in Peace Land ended up in the 4th Safe Zone.

For this reason, it was understandable.

At the same time, the movement of outlaws.

With outsiders coming into a land where there is already nothing to eat, the weather is bound to rise.

The way to kick them out was simple.

“They killed a few people as an example and asked me to cooperate.”

“He’s a radical guy.”

“He’s crazy. “If I hit him on the head a few times, he’ll come to his senses.”

“…If you hit it, it will break.”

“oh. “That’s not bad either?”

I had a headache and rubbed my forehead.

I wouldn’t say it’s a normal method, but it’s an effective method.

At least in the safe zone, climbers have a much better advantage.

I also have no hesitation in dealing with the other person if necessary.

‘A bit like that.’

I felt rejected.

I don’t know what other climbers are like.

I tend to be particularly close to NPCs.

The same goes for other members, including Lick Jjakki.

Aside from that, isn’t this just an invasion?

“I wonder if there is a need to take up all the limited number of people.”

“That too, but I thought we were in a position to adjust that.”

What are we doing to limit the number of people?

The intention itself is understandable.

However, the method is the problem.

However, there is no proper solution.

That was the reason Lick Jjak was here now.

“Are you going to catch him?”

“I don’t know. “Did you wander around and join these guys?”

Lick-jjak, with his arms crossed and frowning, whispers softly.

“They think I can catch him.”

Because we are fellow climbers.

NPCs are limited by the system, so it’s hard to catch them, but they’re not easy.

You can fight without penalty at all.

For them, it could be said to be hope.

“It’s a pain in the ass.”

A safety zone originally created for climbers.

An NPC who used to live there.

The climbers kill them by force and chase them away.

I am.

No we are.

“Which side should I be on?”

It was not an easy problem.

At the same time, it is not a problem that can be solved by thinking about it for a moment.

We exchanged many opinions briefly but deeply.

“Let’s go back first.”

After putting together a rough idea, I went back.

You can feel the bustling atmosphere even before you enter the room.

Maybe it’s because it’s been a while since we last met, but it looks like each of us has a lot to talk about.

Most of them were dissatisfied with Fabio, who occupied the safe zone.

First, I sat quietly and listened to their story.

“We must drive out Fabio!”

“We also have the right to live.”

“His actions are so excessive that they can be called tyranny.”

Each voice is filled with anger.

From a climber’s perspective, it’s not something you can listen to comfortably.

“If you too have a sense of moral responsibility….”

“If you’re going to talk nonsense, shut up.”

He raised his hand to stop the bearded man from speaking.

Anyone can say that it is moral responsibility.

Since we are fellow climbers, should we just help ourselves?

“If you think about it, it would be beneficial for us to go with him.”

“that!”

It’s cold-hearted, but if you only pursue profit, this is the right thing to do.

I asked seriously those who could not hide their embarrassment.

“But the reason I’m here isn’t because of you. “I don’t want to set a precedent.”

I am close to NPCs.

However, this does not mean that it is close to all NPCs.

There is just a very minor personal connection.

These were people who had only recently met, and of course there was no intimacy.

however.

‘NPCs have something called likability.’

If your affinity is high, you can receive quests and help.

Maybe he could become a successor.

Actually, it doesn’t matter.

‘When I received Lilka’s quest, I received favorability from NPCs as a reward.’

There were some strange people, but there were also those who showed me favor.

And NPCs.

‘They have their own community.’

Therefore, news about us spreads among NPCs.

This is why the number of NPCs who show interest in us increases as the people of the Peujing Alliance continue to climb.

Because they are real people, not virtual beings.

“We can’t create an atmosphere of hostility toward climbers because of that guy.”

NPCs are strong, but not absolute.

Just by climbing to the upper level, climbers gain the ability to fight NPCs.

There was no law preventing situations like the 96th floor from occurring in other safe areas.

What if climbers slaughter NPCs and take over other safe zones as well?

‘It’s all messed up.’

Of course, you can’t receive the quest.

Obtaining basic items will also be limited to store windows.

Maybe the NPCs can’t stand it anymore and attack the climbers.

If it gets worse.

‘You can attack climbers even in the field.’

Because there are no restrictions at all.

Let’s give a hundred steps and say it’s the same even here.

What about next?

‘We will join forces with forces hostile to climbers.’

This means that the number of NPCs who will side with the worshipers will increase.

Is this an exaggeration?

I don’t see it that way.

In a closed world, things happen that don’t make sense through common sense.

Especially in a world where violence and death are rampant.

That’s why I decided.

“We need to turn the situation around.”

The 96th floor will be normalized.

Making Peace Land a space for climbers?

What does that mean?

All of the infrastructure in the tower is managed by NPCs.

However, we cannot give them a safe zone.

Didn’t I immediately get thrown out of the safe zone?

If neither answer is the answer.

‘Choose something other than the options.’

As has been the case all along.

If there is no option you like, just make it.

You don’t want to join either of the two forces?

then.

‘It’s okay if a third force appears.’

And I have the people to make that happen.

“Let’s stop talking and rest for now.”

“Hmm. “I’ve been holding on too long.”

“We’re excited, but don’t look too bad.”

I left behind those who were talking soothingly.

“Evileye.”

Teijun called me for a moment.

I think there’s something I want to say.

“no. later.”

“okay.”

It doesn’t seem like something to say when there are a lot of people around.

I’ll say it again when I get the chance.

I left my seat.

After entering the assigned room with Lick Jjakjak.

“Let’s begin.”

“It’s been a while. Let’s try to draw some aggro.”

We turned on the community.

Lick Jjak didn’t stay still while he was here.

We were checking on those who had entered or were suspected to have entered the 96th floor.

What if we add those who can get to the 96th floor?

‘There can be enough people.’

It may take some time, though.

I believe in the firepower of the Petit Alliance.

[Petit Gongdu]: Is everyone doing well in the first half of the class?

[Petit Gongdue]: Today’s trivia OX quiz!

[Petit Gongdu]: Is there a safety zone on the 96th floor? No? What is the correct answer?!

Mention of the 96th floor.

[Lick the top of the head]: Meow meow! Fun fun! Where is the 96th floor?

[Mean Meow Punch]: I guess I’m in the second safe zone?

[Lick the top of the head]: Then come to number 3.

[Mean cat punch]: Huh?

[Lick the top of your head]: Get rid of your hair, too! When did you arrive on the 96th floor?

[Hair loss on your head]: How did you know?!

[Licking the top of the head]: The magma fairy told me

[Hair loss on your head]: I thought you were going to make a surprise appearance!

Was this guy with hair loss here too?

It seems like the magma fairy is here too.

Of course, Choco Choco and Chiri Fairy, who cleared the 95th floor with me, will also be here.

After informing the members of the general situation, everything went smoothly.

Those on the 96th floor shouted to gather and encouraged those heading upward.

The response came quickly.

[Lee Jun-seok]: Oooh! Is it a regular meeting on the 96th floor?

[Muscle Warrior]: The 94th floor is a good place to climb at the right time. Huhuhu….

[Last Leaf]: Gongdu! Are you there too?!

[Lime Lie]: Ah… I’m still on the 80th floor ㅠ

[Sexy Guy]: Bro! Evileye is there too!

└That’s it!

└Oooooh! Hyungniii! Sexy guy Kim Jeong-hyun! I’m going to see my brother!

Numerous union members, including Lee Jun-seok and Sexy Guy Kim Jung-hyun, showed interest.

[Fluffy]: It’s good to see that everyone is doing well.

[Cooking King]: Are you having a party? Food is an essential part of a party!

[Kim Seon-hye]: I’ll go too

. To be exact, I’m a die-hard fan of Pink Punk.

Chef Jae-kyung Park of Hell Dying Kitchen.

Seonhye Kim, a high-ranking hunter we met on the 79th floor, also expressed her intention to participate.

Is that all?

[Ijikiil]: Oh. Rainbow! Already there?

[Bread]: Oh. Korean!

Easykiil and Bread from Big Star Guild.

[Choco Choco]: What is it? what are you doing?

[Chilly Fairy]: I’m also on the 96th floor.

[Muscle Fairy]: It’s on the 94th floor, so it might take some time.

[Hwamu-seon]: Heh heh. Relationships are like threads that become entangled and scattered

[Kim Jo-gyun_Sangun]: Hmm? I guess I’ll go to the 96th floor soon too?

[Awl Fairy]: Let’s go see our youngest!

Rookie group and fairy club.

finally.

[God Bless]: Noble Knight is also joining us.

Even Ophelia, the savior who represents the Noble Knight.

Those who were considered powerful in the tower began to gather.