Ch.149Chapter 149. MeleeSpy Attack Squad (3)

Chapter 149. MeleeSpy Attack Squad (3)

First of all, asking Hannah, who recently joined the tribal alliance, for help would be the worst move.

The two of them don’t get along well to begin with. A conflict would definitely occur, and in the worst case, Hannah might start suspecting Sanz again.

Until now, I’ve been vaguely explaining that “Paladin Sanz couldn’t join because he’s monitoring the demonic forces.” There’s no point in explaining Sanz’s role in detail now.

Actually, what Sanz’s true identity is doesn’t matter. What matters is whether he’s currently acting as Malak’s messenger or not.

What if I use a keyword that only Lakye and Malak know, to reveal that Sanz is still Malak’s follower?

A word that only Lakye and Malak know… I can’t really remember anything now that I try to think about it.

Information won’t work. I said I’d relay most things to Paladin Sanz.

So it has to be something personal… ah, there is something.

[My mole Lakye, trust him]

It’s like a code word we gave meaning to when tracking the tunnel demon.

I told Lakye he was cute like a mole.

[Tell him that]

[Tell him Malak said that, not me, okay?]

I know it’s extremely cringeworthy.

But I think it’s the best option if it’s a term only the two of us know and can turn Lakye’s heart.

[PetitNoa: Yeah]

[PetitNoa: He nodded and left!]

As expected. I told you this would work perfectly.

Relieved, I went back to the community. Ghuulr had posted something.

[Ghuulr: Meeting MeleeSpy

(Photo of a paladin in black armor with a red cross on the chest, holding a flag)

This is proof.

This person is MeleeSpy. I don’t know what he looks like because he won’t take off his helmet. Says it’s part of his identity.

Anyway, it seems true that he’s forming an attack squad. I don’t know if he’s really level 9 since I haven’t seen him fight.

MeleeSpy said he’ll gather as many paladins who want to join the attack squad as possible in the Doras region before heading down to Symphonia.

And kill demons coming this way while he’s at it.

I was planning to go to the tribal alliance from the beginning, and I wanted to see what kind of person MeleeSpy was, so I came.

I think it’s not a bad idea to join MeleeSpy’s attack squad if you’re thinking like me. MeleeSpy is, well, an idiot, but he’s not a bad guy like AtomicRex or the Necrolord, right?

Anyway, in the current situation, there are only two options.

Either hide until everything is over, or join the tribal alliance.

I chose the latter because I thought this was the last chance. Just like MeleeSpy.

What’s the point of living miserably, raiding villages and hunting demons whenever food runs out?

The cloud demons are gone now. All demons, whether mid-level or low-level, are heading toward the capital.

Just avoid the places where demons are marching and come this way. It’s not a big deal for people who have survived until now.

I’m not in a position to force anyone, but if you’re hesitating, I just want to say come. MeleeSpy might be able to safely escort us to the tribal alliance, right?

And who knows? Maybe our help will increase the chances of winning? Even by 1 percent more.

Think about it]

Somehow, it reminds me of when the George attack squad was first formed. Back then, there were also posts confirming people joining George’s attack squad.

– Comments –

[MeleeSpy: You fool, how many times do I have to tell you it’s not the MeleeSpy attack squad but the EunuchBro attack squad?]

ㄴ [Ghuulr: That name is stupid. Let’s just go with MeleeSpy attack squad, it’s cleaner]

[3rep500: Our neighborhood? Village? Region? Anyway, all the demons and worshippers here are packing up and going north. Now is indeed the opportunity]

[LuluTV: Doras? Maybe I’ll go…]

[DinosaurPunch: I live near Doras!]

[Skynet: Interesting.]

[OhDoManlyMan: Just contacted MeleeSpy]

[OneSlice: I’m staying put. I’m already near the capital, so moving would be dangerous]

The comment reactions are pretty good. Whether Ghuulr’s post helped ease users’ hesitation a bit, posts about joining MeleeSpy’s attack squad kept coming up.

Things are flowing in an interesting direction.

Hah. It’s frustrating that I have to endure a few more days here until I can descend. It’s so boring just looking at the community here.

Should I be thankful that at least there’s a community?

I fell asleep while checking the date from the timestamps next to the posts in the community.

The quiet, dark space feels cozy once you get used to it. The problem is that it’s so dark and quiet it’s scary.

Posts about joining the attack squad increased explosively from the next day.

[Bramanda: I’ve decided to go to MeleeSpy’s attack squad

I’ve packed everything and come outside.

There are many reasons, but above all, I want to contribute even a little to victory.

From the beginning of the community until now, I’ve been helplessly watching Abraham and other users die.

I think I’ve been living in a state of despair since George’s attack squad was defeated by the cloud demons. Just trying to survive one more day, that kind of mindset.

Finally, there’s hope. I won’t just stand by this time.

I’m only around level 4, but that’s better than nothing, right? If I try my best, I can probably kill at least one low-level demon.

I’ll post again when I arrive.

I’m leaving my house to the mice. I’ve set them free, so they’ll live well on their own.

(Photo of mice running around the house)

It’s been fun until now, my little friends]

[LuluTV: I’m also going to MeleeSpy’s attack squad

I’m going to safely receive protection from MeleeSpy and go to welcome Lord Malak.

I just left from Lava, is there anyone living nearby who wants to go together?

It’s my first time going far, so I’m a bit scared;;]

[FullPlay: It was like this in the game ‘Surviving as Paladin’ too.

Paladins are basically excellent buffers, no, DPS-tank type supporters.

One by one, they might struggle to kill even a low-level demon, but together, it might be different.

Buff stacking was possible in the game. If it was possible in the game, it usually works here too. I think even low-level players can help.

I’m about to leave now.

If you live near the Labos region, would you like to go to MeleeSpy’s attack squad with me?]

Many users, including these, showed their intention to join MeleeSpy’s attack squad.

I don’t know how many of them will actually join, but judging from the community alone, it was a positive flow.

Another day passed like that.

[Bramanda: Successfully joined!]

[DinosaurPunch: Proof shot of joining haha]

[CowBikiniDance: Is it just all alpha males here?]

[VeryBlackFemalePrisoner: Smiling paladin regular meeting]

[FullPlay: Arrived with three users I met on the way]

[Ghuulr: Why doesn’t this bastard MeleeSpy take off his helmet]

[LuluTV: For real lol He only lifts it up to his mouth when eating]

[Ghuulr: He keeps asking us to call him EunuchBro… says MeleeSpy is just a character in the community]

[WolfMan: Dual personality, how cute~]

[3rep500: He’s really committed to his concept, I’ll give him that]

After three more days, MeleeSpy’s attack squad finally started moving.

[MeleeSpy: Quite a lot have gathered.

I see quite a few demons heading toward Symphonia.

They are the abandoned ones. They were sent to find out if the god called Malak is still alive and what the tribal alliance’s forces are like. They’re like… scouts, you could say.

I said they’re bait, but they won’t all be weak. There might not be high-level demons, but there will be many mid-level ones.

I, EunuchBro, leader of the EunuchBro attack squad, swear.

They will be annihilated before they can even set foot on Symphonia’s land.

From now on, I will begin the ‘subjugation’]

This guy is really sticking with “EunuchBro attack squad” till the end.

Anyway, thanks. At least the demons won’t find out that Malak is absent.

From the next post on, almost more than half were posts from users belonging to EunuchBro, no, MeleeSpy’s attack squad.

They subjugated demons advancing toward Symphonia and posted proof shots.

[Ghuulr: Mid-level demon group defeated!]

[Bramanda: Was that barrier just now cast by MeleeSpy?]

[BoBoBo: MeleeSpy is really strong]

[WolfMan: Hey hey, you guys should join the ‘MeleeSpy attack squad’ too]

They’re doing well.

I spent days reading posts about MeleeSpy attack squad’s subjugation. I also didn’t forget to hear about the tribal alliance’s situation through Noah, Siwoo, and Hannah.

MeleeSpy’s attack squad settled in an area between the capital and Symphonia, acting as gatekeepers. As MeleeSpy had sworn, no demons reached Symphonia.

One day. Another day. Yet another day passes. It was when ten days had passed since I came to this desolate exile.

Just as I blinked once to check the community, the whole world changed. Suddenly, I descended into Totem No. 1, which was well-enshrined on the altar.

I feel warmth beside me. It’s a sensation I haven’t felt in a long time.

“…!”

Lakye, who had been sleeping leaning against me, opened her eyes wide. She woke up immediately after sensing my energy.

– Did you wait long?

I didn’t know it would take 10 days either. Was it delayed by 3 more days because of the damage from the cloud demon’s self-destruction?

She seemed at a loss for words, opening and closing her mouth a few times before saying:

“…I missed you. It was lonely.”

– I missed you too.

I thought it was better than sleeping without knowing anything… but honestly, I was quite lonely.

I never realized how good it feels to sense human warmth, to be able to talk with people.

– I heard about the situation through Paladin Sanz. First, I want to honor the fallen.

“Everyone is just waiting for you, Lord Malak.”

Lakye slowly lifted Totem No. 3.

Good. Finally, I’m back.