The Dungeon Monsters Keep Offering Sacrifices

Chapter 86: The Snake's Jealousy (1)

Chapter 86: The Snake's Jealousy (1)

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EP.86 The Snakes Jealousy (1)

The atmosphere of the banquet gradually intensified.

The venue was filled with dazzling lights and mouth-watering foods.

Those in attendance were enjoying themselves in the glamorous and elegant atmosphere.

Although caught up in the mood, they did not forget the purpose of their presence here.

Some came to form connections with many dungeons.

Based on those connections, they could form alliances and perhaps even aim for more.

They harbored such hopes.

Or perhaps, there were those among them who came to overcome the current difficulties.

The reasons for attending social events like this varied, but there was one commonality.

That was securing ones own interests.

Regardless of the reasons, they all moved ultimately for their own gain.

And to achieve their goals, they couldnt just stand still.

In fact, they were still acting swiftly even now.

Especially in this social circle, the appearance of one individual had hastened the steps of the undead monsters.

Tick, Tick?

(Did you hear that?)

What about it, what are you saying?

Even now, in a corner, a skeleton and a mummy monster wrapped in bandages were conferring with each other.

Ddak ddak.

(Someone extraordinary has attended this place.)

Extraordinary, someone, who?

The skeleton glanced around before whispering to the mummy.

Ddak ddak.

(Do not be surprised the great Arch Lich has descended here.)

!

And from their mouths, the name of one being was being discussed fervently.

It was none other than the Arch Lich.

Who was the Arch Lich?

Wasnt it a high-grade undead monster of 5 stars?

The moment they heard that name, what they had to do was clear.

It was to promptly go to the place where the Arch Lich was.

Was he really such an extraordinary figure?

Various monsters were lined up in front of the table where the Arch Lich was seated.

Most of them were undead monsters.

They were eager to make contact with the Arch Lich by any means necessary.

Just forming a connection with the Arch Lich would fulfil the purpose of attending this social event.

But it was not an easy task.

Even now, there were quite a few who left with despairing expressions, turning their backs and leaving.

Ddak ddak-

(They say you need money if you want to form a connection with the Arch Lich.)

Thats right.

Various gold coins and jewels were piled up on the table where the Arch Lich was seated.

Those were all kinds of gifts meant to ingratiate themselves with the Arch Lich.

When the Arch Lich received a gift, a connection was established.

Ddak ddak ddak!

(And then your name goes up in the Arch Lichs book!)

The moment they heard that story, Mummys eyes sparkled.

Usually, the strong only make verbal promises.

But the Arch Lich in front of them was different.

He actually wrote their names in his book.

What could that mean?

If your name was written in the Arch Lichs book, it meant the connection was solidified.

As if determined, Mummy, with her bandaged body, took her place at the end of the line.

The line was quite long, but if they could establish a connection this time, it would be helpful someday.

However, contrary to their thoughts, the Arch Lich didnt think much of these connections.

Instead, he had come to a significant realization here.

And based on that realization, he continued to jot down something in his notebook.

[Ghoul Dungeon, located near the Free City Union. The distance is more than expected.]

It was information about the opponents dungeon.

Before attending the social circle, Celia had said.

Collect as much information as possible.

To comply with her order, the Arch Lich continued to be busy without a moments rest.

There was no hesitation in his records, thanks to the realization he had just gained.

He had figured out how to gather information about the opponent while also arranging gifts.

Jingling.

Even now, a considerable amount of gold coins lay on the table.

The Arch Lich nodded and began jotting down the names and locations of the dungeons that the opponents mentioned.

Thanks to this, his luxurious blue robe was now stuffed with coins and jewels.

Nodding.

The Arch Lich nodded slightly, wearing a satisfied expression at the modest gain.UpTodated novels at novelhall.com

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Baalzeriths current situation wasnt great either.

Rumors had it that the White Order was suppressing her and cracking down on surrounding forces.

At first, they thought it was just a rumor, but seeing Baalzeriths dark expression, they realized it was true.

And the reaction was immediate.

Although Baalzerith might have been famous in the last social circle, it wasnt the case this time.

There wasnt a single monster approaching her, who was sitting in the corner.

Even the vampires, who were of the same race as her, ignored her.

Everyone had already heard the news.

That Baalzerith was currently in danger.

The vampires were probably avoiding her in case things got heated.

But she still showed up.

Baalzerith had already exposed her appearance.

Even though she was busy defending her dungeon against the churchs attacks.

She had no choice but to come.

Arcane understood.

Maybe even if her own dungeon was in danger, she would have attended the social circle no matter what.

The social circles hosted by the Association were not ordinary banquets.

Just attending had several benefits, one of which was the Associations responsibility to protect the dungeon.

Thanks to this, dungeon masters could attend the social circle without worries.

If Baalzerith had considered her dungeon in jeopardy, she wouldnt have missed this point.

That way, the Association would take responsibility for protecting her dungeon.

Well, even so, Baalzerith was practically being treated as non-existent already.

Tsk.

But Arcane also encountered a problem.

In this party, even two beings of 5-star caliber were overshadowed, and her own presence seemed to vanish.

How dare they

A party where a 5-star being disappeared.

And she was soon to reach the position of a 5-star herself.

She believed that she would stand out in this party with her distinctive presence.

She wanted to demonstrate her unique presence to the Association.

Surely, the Association would take good care of her dungeon as well.

She was certain of that.

But this thought was distorted by a single being.

Where did that guy come from?

Arcane muttered with an irritated voice.

Her eyes were directed elsewhere, specifically at the table where Arch Lich was.

Stia.

Yes, Lady Arcane.

Arcane secretly instructed her subordinate, Stia.

After this party ends, no, gather information about that guy thoroughly using all available contacts.

Understood.

Stia obeyed her masters command and immediately rose from her seat.

Where have you been hiding all this time?

Surely, Arch Lich wasnt present at the last party.

But he appeared at this one.

It didnt make sense for a being of 5-star caliber to suddenly appear out of nowhere.

Where on earth did this guy come from?

Luckily, her opponent was Arch Lich.

Lich, by default, were undead monsters that utilized magic, but their power wasnt overwhelming.

The only usable skill was corpse explosion, but even that couldnt be used freely here.

Ill just have to show my strength in the dungeon battle anyway.

There would be a dungeon battle event in the future.

It was a showdown to determine which dungeon possessed the strongest forces.

The dungeon that performed well in this event would receive the protection of the Association.

She just had to showcase her strength there.

Ill show that bone that Im superior.

Moreover, she had always attended social circles.

There was no way that guy, who had just arrived, would have many connections in the banquet.

As time passed, this would become increasingly apparent.

Yeah, then the tide will turn in my favor.

Arcane smiled softly.

She wanted to show how terrifying a jealous snake could be.

But she didnt know.

Oh, Lord Arch Lich! What a coincidence to meet you here. Chwiik!

Ttak?

Arch Lich turned his head at the voice calling him.

There stood an Orc Scout.

And the Squall, like himself, was an orc serving the same master.

As if it wasnt enough that all the masters minions were invited, isnt this just great!

The Squall smiled as he spoke.

He also thought it was only natural for the masters minions to be invited since this was their first invitation to this social circle.

But thats not all.

There was talk that all four dungeons managed by Celia, who serves the great one, had their masters attend the social circle.

It was also mentioned to Arch Lich that his allies, all under the same master, had officially debuted in the social circle.

This fact was beyond Arcanes wildest dreams.