The Player that Can't Level Up

Chapter 272: The Breakthrough (3)

Chapter 272: The Breakthrough (3)

From the air, Ha Song-Su literally and figuratively looked down on Soo-Jung. His nonchalant stance alone was enough to indicate his level of arrogance.

Soo-Jung opened her mouth. You got lucky last time.

Soo-Jung and Ha Song-Su had already battled once before. A fight was better than a conversation for creating acquaintances. By that logic, they could be called acquaintances.

Ha Song-Su didnt reply, and Soo-Jung became even tenser. Her words fell on deaf ears as he refused to respond and attack her. He kept looking down at her.

She had a bad feeling about this, and anxiety built up inside her.

This cant be. She wanted to believe it was impossible.

Shaking her head, she looked up and ordered, Get down from there.

Soo-Jung flicked his index like she was turning on a light switch. A black flame, the reason behind her code name, began burning Ha Song-Su.

Things are different now, Soo-Jung growled. She was saying that to herself and Ha Song-Su.

Finally, a battle erupted.

Boom, boom!

Ha Song-Su, who hadnt moved so far, finally retaliated. A huge amount of energy exploded from his body, and the black flames died down simultaneously.

Whoosh!

Suddenly, he sprang toward Soo-Jung.

In a millisecond, he had made his move. Soo-Jung was a little surprised that her black flame dissipated so easily, but she was ready.

Like all the Eden creatures, she had become stronger since her last battle.

Forming a shield in one hand, Soo-Jung moved back to avoid being hit.

Kaboom!

Ha Song-Su, aiming to ram into her, crashed into the ground instead, sending dirt and stones flying everywhere.

Ill kill you. Ha Song-Su finally spoke through the dust.

But Soo-Jung wasnt alone.

Unnie!

With Yoo-Bin leading them, the others arrived to help.

Ha Song-Sus eyes glowed.

***

I apologize for calling you a lowly demon. Bodhidharma thrust his fist toward Paimon, but it never reached the demon. It was a surprise attack, but Paimon seemed to have avoided it with ease.

Hmm An apathetic look appeared on Paimons face. A tail had blocked the last attack, which belonged to a Leviathan standing behind Paimon.

Bodhidharma quickly hopped away when he saw Leviathans tail coming after him.

You cant be a lowly demon because youre a renowned demon. Bodhidharma looked around rapidly. Even before he had arrived, he could feel this place's evil. But now that he was here, it was even worse.

This place was akin to a demon lair, housing only powerful beasts. He had called Paimon a lowly demon, but it was clear Paimon wasnt someone to be underestimated.

Hes powerful. Bodhidharma could feel Paimons vile yet incredible energy.

Bodhidharma quickly looked back to see the orb around Gi-Gyu thinning. Just a moment ago, he had felt a special connection with Gi-Gyu. Their sync was still disconnected, so Bodhidharma guessed that it was Gi-Gyu borrowing his power, which Gi-Gyu had mentioned before.

I need to buy him some time, Bodhidharma decided. He trusted Gi-Gyu to overcome this situation, so he just needed to buy him time. If possible, he wanted to destroy this demon lair, but Bodhidharma didnt think it would be possible.

Gi-Gyu finally heard Lous voice, taking it as a good sign. Things must be finally working out.

Haaa Another puff of dark energy left Gi-Gyus mouth and joined the orb. He closed his eyes, feeling like he was about to burst. He couldnt use this immense power, which led to his current unstable condition. The sorcerous energy was eroding his body.

Gi-Gyu suddenly opened his eyes. His eyes slowly turned black, but he hadnt awakened a new power.

These physical changes occurred because Gi-Gyu couldnt absorb all the sorcerous energy Gi-Gyu. This toxic energy was roaming in and out of his body.

But this didnt matter.

[You have leveled up Energy Control.]

[You have mastered Energy Control.]

Crack!

The sound of glass breaking rang in the air. The sorcerous energy orb scattered to form spears in the air and plunged toward the Leviathans.

Gi-Gyu turned to see Bodhidharma panting.

Haa Haa Bodhidharma was also looking at Gi-Gyu.

Gi-Gyu began seeing black dots, his vision blurring. His vision alone wasnt turning dark because of the sorcerous energy. Everything became dim.

Ive been waiting for you Bodhidharma said before collapsing.

Gi-Gyu took a moment to look over the monk. Bodhidharma was in horrible condition. He may have been Bodhidharma, but Gi-Gyu knew he couldnt take on multiple hell kings.

So how did the monk manage to last this long? How did he summon more power than he had?

Was it really because the monk thought of Gi-Gyu as his son?

Whatever the reason, it helped Bodhidharma last this long. The monks limbs were frozen and about to shatter. Gi-Gyu turned his head again, seeing the black spheres floating around Bodhidharma.

Clap, clap, clap.

Paimon suddenly began clapping. You you really did it!

Paimons voice was filled with ecstasy, and it upset Gi-Gyu.

I didnt think it was possible! And this quickly too! Paimon yelled. The Kronos remnant is interesting too, but

His white coat fluttered before it began burning. His upper body was revealed; he was muscular yet strangely thin.

I dont think Ive met anyone as interesting as you.

S Gi-Gyus lips cracked from dryness as he muttered, Shut up

He needed to remain calm. Gi-Gyu knew he couldnt afford to be emotional now. Lou had taken a great risk to absorb this much energy, and he himself wasnt in great shape either. He felt like he was about to burst. His tendons and blood vessels were bulging. The sorcerous energy he had absorbed was coursing through his body, ready to explode.

Hahahaha! Excellent! I love it! You did it much quicker than I expected and were very successful! Now, its time! Paimon opened his hand.

Kwerrrrrk!

The two Leviathans screamed in pain before they exploded. An ice spear materialized in each of Paimons hands.

Bloodthirst and interest appeared in Paimons eyes as he announced, Now, I will take the battle data from you.

Paimon suddenly heard an eerie whisper in his ear. Next, he realized that Gi-Gyu was right in front of his nose.

Do you really think Gi-Gyu whispered, Youll leave this place alive?

Gi-Gyu was holding a sword in his hand. It was a huge sword, even bigger than Gi-Gyu himself, and exuding black smoke.

Die. Gi-Gyu swung it.