Ch.103103. Sacred Ring (SS)

In a way, it was my own compromise.

Success? Failure?

Honestly, it didn’t matter much to me.

My purification skill was SSS+ rank, and the phrase that it “heals ‘all’ diseases” was essentially an invincible attribute.

Still, the reason for my hesitation was that I had never actually tested it yet.

Even if it was an invincible attribute in the Farming World, would it really work the same way in reality?

This was the only risk I was taking.

Was it worth exchanging 3-4 days for 20 billion won?

When I thought about it, the cost-benefit analysis didn’t quite add up.

Though I did think, “Well, it would be my first time flying to America, so getting 20 billion won for it wouldn’t be bad.”

Above all, I was curious.

I’d never heard of an SS-rank item before.

Dungeons were still struggling to clear S-rank, yet SS-rank items already existed?

It was hard to dismiss since the hunter mentioning it was an SS-rank hunter himself.

Perhaps it was similar to how Kelin saw my video and decided to believe I had an SS-rank purification skill without asking further questions.

The difference was that Kelin simply believed and proceeded with the job, whereas I said I would only move after confirming the item.

“That’s a bit difficult.”

“I also find it difficult to go all the way to America before confirming the item.”

“Is there a reason?”

Reason?

To be honest, there wasn’t anything special.

I was just curious about the item, and even among SS-rank items, their value varies greatly depending on what they are. I wanted to check if it was something I could use or if it would be valuable enough to sell.

At this point, an SS-rank item would be incredibly valuable just for its rank alone, but from my perspective, it would be disappointing if I couldn’t use it myself.

That was all.

It felt awkward to say this since Kelin was making a serious offer.

It was a proposal where he was making many concessions, so there was no need to antagonize an SS-rank hunter by appearing too calculating.

He wasn’t the one who had annoyed me in the first place.

Above all, for reasons similar to Seo Hyoju’s, I wanted to make a good impression if possible.

So I came up with a reasonable excuse.

“You’re trying to scout me to America, but I’m not interested yet. Going to America in this situation feels like a risk to me. I want to confirm if it’s worth it before making a decision.”

“Hmm.”

Even to me, it seemed like a pretty good excuse.

Indeed, Kelin nodded and spoke with the interpreter for a while before offering a compromise.

“Alright. But the ring isn’t in Korea right now. Would it be acceptable if I show you a photo of the item first and then let you confirm it in person when we arrive? I’d like to bring you over as soon as possible.”

He must be in quite a hurry.

I nodded for now.

Kelin then took out his phone, scrolled through his gallery, and handed it to me.

The photo on the phone showed the system information of the item.

[Sacred Ring]

– Rank: SS

– An ancient relic blessed with divine power. Significantly increases the wearer’s divine power.

– Divine Power +2 ranks

– Divinity +100

– Divine Magic Effect +20%

“What…?”

Wait a minute.

Are my eyes deceiving me?

After staring intently at the phone, I looked at Kelin.

“Is this real? Not photoshopped?”

“It’s real.”

The interpreter spoke directly, as if it wasn’t even worth translating.

“Wow.”

“Our guild obtained it as a reward after clearing the S-rank dungeon ‘Sacred Temple.’ It came from a mythical box.”

“That’s insane.”

Reality isn’t so different from the Farming World.

It sounds a bit funny, but the Farming World’s system is essentially the same as the Rift Dimension’s system and the real dungeon system, so they’re bound to be similar.

Clear a dungeon, get a box, and depending on the box’s rank, you might get better rewards.

The difference is that in reality, you might not always get a box after clearing a dungeon, and there’s no storage system like in the Farming World where boxes serve as storage containers based on their rank.

With that level of detail, I could lean toward believing the item was real.

If he had made up the item’s options, rank, and how it was obtained, it would have been an incredibly elaborate lie.

I should be skeptical, but the mention of an S-rank dungeon and a mythical box made it believable.

With that kind of luck, such a ring could indeed appear.

I handed the phone back to Kelin and said,

“Let’s go.”

Spending 3-4 days to get such a ring?

I’d even be willing to spend 1-2 weeks, though 30-40 days might be excessive.

Of course, for someone who uses both melee weapons and divine magic, it might not be the perfect item.

Using one of the five available accessory slots for an item solely focused on divinity might be slightly inefficient.

But with options like these, it’s definitely worth investing in right now.

“Thank you.”

“You said after the auction, right?”

“If you’re available now… or if you need to prepare something, we can wait.”

“Excuse me?”

Weren’t you here for the auction?

Seeing my bewildered expression, Kelin seemed a bit embarrassed and offered an explanation with an awkward smile.

“The auction is actually handled by guild officials. I just came along to see if there were any good mana stones for my father, so I don’t necessarily need to participate.”

“I see.”

Well, what would an SS-rank hunter do with absorption stones? Unless he’s building a bunker that could withstand a nuclear war.

“Hmm… just a moment. This is quite sudden. Can I bring a companion?”

“Of course. As long as they can keep it confidential.”

“It’s my younger sister. If she were to talk about it, I’d kill her myself.”

Hahaha! A hearty laugh came from Kelin.

She looks pretty, but her taste leans this way.

People with impatient temperaments, like Seo Hyoju, naturally want to resolve things quickly.

Me too.

After wrapping things up, I left the room.

I called over Kim Sujeong, who was having coffee and chatting with Dad nearby.

“We’re going to America, so pack your bags. We’re leaving tonight.”

“Okay. But wasn’t Jihyun unnie supposed to go this time?”

Kim Sujeong gave me a confused look.

“I said we’re going to America. Not the farm. America.”

“…Huh? America? So suddenly?”

“That’s how it turned out. It’s New York, so hurry up and drive.”

“Wow, crazy! Dad, is this for real?”

“I don’t know. Have a good trip.”

“Wow, I’ve always wanted to go to America!”

Kim Sujeong put down her coffee and ran off.

“Oppa, hurry up! I have a lot to pack.”

A girl who cares more about going to America immediately than being curious about what’s happening.

She’s my sister, but she’s quite convenient.

———————-

As soon as we got home, Kim Sujeong packed for an hour straight and then emerged dragging two suitcases taller than her waist.

“Are you emigrating?”

“How many days are we going for?”

“I don’t know, maybe 2-3 days? We’ll go and come right back.”

“Can’t we stay a few more days while we’re there? Huh? It’s my first time in America.”

“You can stay longer if you want. I need to get back to the farm.”

“Really?”

Since Jihyun was supposed to go this time anyway, Sujeong could go wherever she wanted, be it America or Hong Kong.

I earn enough now to book first-class tickets instead of business class, so there’s no need for us to return together.

The reason I’m bringing Kim Sujeong is simply because I’d be bored alone and needed an interpreter and servant for annoying tasks.

So I just packed a few underwear, t-shirts, and pants in my backpack and put it in my belt.

“Oppa…”

As a result, two compartments of my belt were filled with Kim Sujeong’s suitcases.

We arrived at Gimpo Airport about an hour before the appointed time. I called the interpreter’s number and he came to escort us personally.

“Shall we depart now?”

“Yes. What time is the flight?”

“We’re departing now.”

“…?”

“Wait, a private jet?”

“That’s right.”

I had assumed they would book tickets for us.

Given the nature of the request, I thought they’d at least book business or first class, but a private jet?

Well, I guess it makes sense.

For hunters who earn hundreds of billions, it would be strange if America’s top guild didn’t have a private jet.

I’d been living so out of touch with the world that I hadn’t even considered it.

Following the private corridor, we boarded a waiting car and then the private jet.

A massive aircraft.

“Wow, is this an A380?”

“Yes, it is.”

The interior was the epitome of luxury.

The first floor resembled a large office, with chairs scattered throughout that were each as luxurious as first-class seats.

The second floor literally had rooms.

A hotel for sleeping.

The interior and facilities looked like they had been transplanted directly from a hotel.

“Amazing. Oppa, let’s get one of these too.”

“Do you even know how much it costs?”

“But we’ll need it for overseas business later.”

“Just book first class.”

Seeing the interior made me a bit envious, but considering the cost and maintenance, I’d need to commercialize a hair loss cure or something to afford it.

Besides, I rarely need to go abroad, so it would likely become a white elephant.

“You’re here. Let’s depart.”

After Kelin boarded as well, the private jet took off with guidance from the crew and the captain.

It was my first overseas trip ever.