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For a while, the chat was flooded with question marks. The rewards this time were exceptional. The omitted stage rewards had been awarded all at once.

With a smile, Suhyuk chose option 1.

He had no intention of stopping here.

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『Continuing the trial.』

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As Suhyuk made his selection, the chat exploded once more. The fifth stage was known to be quite challenging. It was a rare trial to witness.

Regardless of it being a lower-floor trial, such a challenge naturally garnered interest. Suhyuk was in a good mood too.

‘The system is thorough.’

Despite the omitted trials and dealing with the Fragment of the Giants straight away, Suhyuk was initially concerned.

He wondered if missing trials meant missing out on rewards, fearing defeating the Wolf Warrior might have worked against him. But contrary to his worries, the system proved efficient.

‘This is actually better. I avoided tedious processes.’

Not only had he gained achievement points, but he received items and experience as well. Each stage had rewarded him with 1000 points, a total of 4000, indicating all stages had been scored perfectly.

Defeating the Wolf Warrior implied that the first three stages were unnecessary for him.

‘Now, for the rewards—’

“Yo-you…”

Just as Suhyuk was about to check the items he received, he was interrupted.

“W-What are you?”

The knight who had previously fought the giant approached Suhyuk with a tone of caution.

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-Isn’t that Falcon?

-Yeah, it is.

-Why so wary?

-It’s understandable. From their perspective, he just dropped into the 4th stage out of nowhere.

-Ah, makes sense. It would be odd for them.

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Having skipped three stages, Suhyuk needed to properly introduce himself here. What’s the most appropriate explanation?

After a brief thought, Suhyuk addressed the knight, ‘Falcon’, who questioned him.

“I came to slay the giant.”

*

The Trial of Lightning primarily featured a conflict between giants and humans. Sudden appearances of giants caused suffering in the village.

Players were tasked with defending the village.

“Please wait here for a moment.”

Falcon offered Suhyuk lodging. A small house with a cramped room attached to a modest living space. For rescuing the village, the accommodation wasn’t grand.

But, ‘At this point, the village struggled just to survive the giants.’

Still, they served him tea as a guest. Suhyuk didn’t touch it. His interest was piqued by something else.

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– Show us the items.

– Show us! Show us!

– They’ve gotta be at least Magic grade.

– Magic? They could be Rare grade.

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It was time to check the rewards he’d received.

“All right.”

Suhyuk pulled the two items from his inventory.

“Let’s see together.”

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【Heart of the Giants】

Grade: Rare

A ring made from the heart of the Giants. Increases stamina and stamina recovery.

Stamina +2

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【Thunderclap】

Grade: Rare

Clothes imbued with the power of lightning. Can use ‘Thunderclap’ once a day (user immune).

Usable: 3 times

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“Oh…”

Suhyuk’s eyes sparkled as he confirmed the two rewards. The item that caught his eye first was clearly the ‘Heart of the Giants’. Both its form and effect were pleasing.

‘Ring-type items are rare. Plus, it has a stamina stat option.’

Stamina was the most critical stat for Suhyuk. Items that enhanced stats were rare. Moreover, rings were convenient to wear compared to other item types.

If it were to go on the market, it would fetch a significant price. But given its stamina option, it was more beneficial to use it for as long as possible.

‘I needed armor too. This is perfect.’

Plus, his level had increased by three. He was quite content with these rewards. His strategy of leveling up Selfish Sacrifice had left him low on points for gear, but now he was set.

-Both are rare.

-Pretty decent stuff.

-Pretty decent? This is more than just decent!

-Even with level restrictions, these could be used up to the 5th floor.

-The Heart of the Giants can be used for a lifetime. That’s priceless, seriously.

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For a while, the chat was filled with evaluations of the items. Feeling awkward with the stream, Suhyuk fiddled with the teacup.

‘I can’t even drink this.’

Drinking tea was impossible while wearing a mask.

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-You’re going to get the Lightning attribute, right?

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At that moment, a question came in for Suhyuk. With a light nod, Suhyuk slightly lifted his mask and took a sip of the tea that Falcon had brought.

“Yes. I’m going to get it.”

It was an obvious question. From the start, Suhyuk had set his sights on obtaining the Lightning attribute in this trial. The real issue was what came after.

‘Getting the Lightning attribute is a given.’

He didn’t consider the possibility of failing to obtain what he had before. The question was whether he could progress further this time.

But that was only Suhyuk’s concern.

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– Knew it!

– Answering so casually makes it even cooler.

– LOL, like it’s that easy.

– Based on what he’s done so far, it seems possible.

– Yeah, he’s already at the 5th stage.

— Plenty of people have reached this far.

– Fact: No one has beaten the Wolf Warrior before.

– Fact: He won’t get it.

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The chat heated up with the topic of the Lightning attribute. The opinions were divided between ‘he’ll get it’ and ‘he won’t get it’. The general consensus was ‘hopeful but doubtful’.

‘Are they all expecting the Lightning attribute?’

Most viewers tuning into his stream were drawn by the name and concept of ‘Lee Suhyuk’. With the name and concept tied to the Trial of Lightning,

Anyone with a sense of nostalgia from the past naturally wanted to see Lightning again.

Sure enough,

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『‘ILoveLeeSuhyeok’ has registered a mission.』

『5000 points if you get the Lightning attribute!!! Please make it happen!!』

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A mission related to the Lightning attribute was posted.

And for quite a substantial amount.

‘5000?’

The significant sum made Suhyuk’s eyes widen. But that wasn’t the end of it.

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『‘IamBald’ has registered a mission.』

『Lightning! Same mission, 5000 points!!』

『‘MissionVillain’ has registered a mission.』

『Same mission, 3000 points go go』

『‘SafeAsset’ has registered a mission.』

『7000 points. Bet you won’t get it.』

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Multiple missions popped up one after another. All were for substantial amounts. Some people, believing he wouldn’t succeed, placed safe bets in the mix.

‘They really want to see it.’

『Viewers: 301』

Over 300 viewers.

Undoubtedly, a substantial number of those tuning in were genuine fans of the real Lee Suhyuk.

So,

“Yes. I understand.”

As a streamer rather than just a player,

“I will definitely show you.”

It was his role to show them what they wanted to see.

*

Falcon, who had been away for a while, returned with a rather noisy group.

“Sorry to keep you waiting.”

“It’s all right.”

Falcon had brought another knight to meet Suhyuk. A knight in tattered armor. His first action was to express gratitude to Suhyuk.

“I heard you saved the village in my absence. Thank you on behalf of everyone.”

“You’re welcome.”

Suhyuk looked at the dark-skinned knight who came with Falcon.

Ferius.

He was the representative of the village and one of the knights fighting against the giants.

“Pardon me, but may I ask you something?”

Before even taking a seat,

Feeling pressed, he jumped straight to the point.

“I heard you’ve been fighting the giants. Is that correct?”

Technically, he had said he was here to slay giants, but it was the same thing.

Suhyuk nodded.

“Yes, that’s correct.”

“We intend to settle things with them.”

Settle things?

The village’s strength was too weak to claim final confrontation. There were many giants, and the village still hadn’t fully assessed their strength. Yet, using such resolute words had only one reason.

‘They’re prepared to die.’

In the following stage, Ferius’s death was certain. This resolve likely stemmed from his readiness.

“During our last reconnaissance, we identified the giants’ leader.”

The trial’s objective was simple. Eliminate the giants’ leader. On the surface, it seemed that way.

“Please help us. I beg you.”

Shhk—

Ferius put aside his knightly pride and bowed deeply. And that request was. The trigger for this stage.

“… Understood.”

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『Stage 5 – ‘Survival’ begins.』

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The fifth stage, ‘Survival’, had commenced.

“Let’s do this together.”

*

The journey began immediately. With an uphill trek and no words exchanged, Suhyuk remained silent throughout the two-hour march. Ferius and the soldiers numbered around fifty.

This was the force assembled to capture the giants’ leader.

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– Ferius, nooo ㅠㅠㅠ

– Don’t die, Ferius ㅠㅠㅠ

– Does he die??

-Damn, stop with the spoilers, guys.

-Where are the mods? Get rid of the spoilers.

-Here’s a hint: Why is the stage named ‘Survival’? LOL

-Seriously, we don’t wanna know ㅡㅡ

The chat was in chaos. Viewers who knew what was coming and those who didn’t want spoilers were clashing. The sudden influx of viewers had caused this commotion.

‘Do I need a manager?’

With nothing to do during the march, Suhyuk realized the need for a manager as he watched the chat unfold.

‘I should look into that after the trial.’

After two hours of marching had passed.

Ferius, who was leading, raised his hand as a signal.

“Stop.”

Following the lead, Suhyuk and the soldiers halted their movements and held their breaths. Ferius whispered to Suhyuk, indicating ahead with a nod.

“That’s it. The leader of the giants.”

Far ahead. A giant lay sleeping in the middle of a thicket.

Snore, snore—

Loud snoring could be heard. The giant was much larger than the Fragment of the Giants they encountered earlier. It lay sprawled out, using a felled tree as a pillow, and was well over five meters tall.

“I’ll go first.”

Shhh—

Ferius drew his shield and moved forward.

“I’ll distract it first, Suhyuk-nim. You take the rear….”

As Ferius was about to approach the giant chief, “Don’t go.”

Tug—

Suhyuk grabbed his shoulder, stopping him.

“That giant—”

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-Look at these idiots, LOL.

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The chat exploded simultaneously with Suhyuk’s words.

“He’s not alone.”

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-Why do you think the stage is called ‘Survival’ LOL.

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Rustle—

Snap—, thud—

The sound of bushes rustling and trees snapping from all directions. Giants waking from their slumber.

Stage 5.

‘Survival’ had begun.