Chapter 316 - 269 : A Trip (2/2)
”Then what if an earthling travels to Astria via a spatial tunnel instead of using the headset, will the System be overwritten?”
”Most likely, but they'll still keep their skills and level they gained on Earth. There is even a strong chance that the level will fuse with the one they gained in the game, which will empower them even further.”
”Is that even possible?”
”I don't know, I'm just speculating. I'm sure this wasn't part of the System's plan. Anyways, we'll see if my theory was correct or not once your friend arrives on Astria.”
The short trip finally came to an end as the trio appeared on top of the High Tower of the MoonStar sect. The second they appeared, Anastassia and Jackob were already on the roof. Although the tunnel they took from Josef's office wasn't big, the one that appeared on top of the tower was easily noticeable.
Anastassia was alarmed for a second but upon seeing who arrived, she broke into a smile and greeted them. Josef, the one who was kept in dark, gaped as he looked at the view in front of him.
He wasn't foolish enough to think that this war Earth, the flying bone dragons in the sky and the buildings didn't match the civilization on Earth.
”W-where are we?”
”Astria, the world of Hell gate to be more precise.”
Even when he heard those words, Josef wasn't able to understand what's happening until more than a minute passed.
Lucy ignored the shocked Le Orn and walked up to Anastassia and gave her a hug. It's been a long time since they saw each other and the Vice-clan leader was very happy to see the safety of her friend.
Obviously, she didn't hug Jackob but she still greeted him friendly.
”Welcome back, Lucy.”
Anastassia smile as she welcomed Lucy and led her inside. Since Arthur wanted to show something to Josef, Lucy decided to spend some time with Anastassia and co and see what's become of her and Arthur's sect. She noticed how the sect prospered and how bustling it became, full of life and devoid of the blood stench and vulgar tribes that had roamed this area in the past.
In just five years, the sect transformed from a barbaric tribe to a grand city that had almost impenetrable defenses and filled with all kinds of Races, even demons, despite their minority.
Arthur didn't even let Josef comprehend the situation before he teleported them both far from the sect. They appeared North-West of the Demon Continent, right outside of the illusion barrier protecting Westia.
Arthur noticed that Josef seemed to be reading notifications as his gaze kept wavering. Using appraisal, he saw that Le Orn's level rose from 27 to 82
”As expected, your level rose. Did you gain your skills of Hell Gate too?”
His Level didn't rise by much but that's probably because Josef didn't play much of Hell Gate. He just played it rarely to try a few things or relax, so the significant increase in Level didn't occur.
”Is there any kind of Game Masters in Hell Gate?”
Arthur's questions caused Josef to finally shift his attention from the notifications back to him.
”Unfortunately, no. There is a main AI that created itself the second we finished the game, it handles the System and we weren't able to increase our stats to act as GMs. We tried many times but there isn't a way to bypass its firewall and increase our stats to a limitless amount.”
Hearing this, the copy laughed from within the ARK and mocked
”Of course that's not possible. If it were, then they can make themselves Gods within a few minutes. The System believes in progress rather instantaneous gain in power, which is why it created the leveling and skill System.”-copy
”A-anyway, where are?”
Josef Le Orn stared at the fog in front of him and the sea below him, he was uncomfortable as it's the first time he was flying. He stared at the calm Arthur, who raised his hand and unleashed a streak of dark lightning from his hand, which totally freaked out the CEO.
”Beyond this illusion is the Westia Continent.”
Josef frowned and said
”What?”
”It's the same continent as the one in Hell Gate. I know it's hard to believe but shortly, you'll know the truth and hopefully, you can explain a few things to me, in more details if possible.”
Arthur spoke with a serious tone, unlike his usual nonchalant-ness. This problem that popped out of nowhere isn't as simple as it seems. Though the appearance of the System didn't bring much harm to the Earth's society, the game may disrupt the balance and if the System discovers about this, it can become rather complicated.
In all honesty, Arthur couldn't care less what happened to Earth but Astria is another matter. It's true that the Westia Continent is far from his sect and the other continents but that doesn't mean it won't be affected by the game sooner or later. Maybe the chip can bypass the illusion around the continent and allow players to travel beyond it.
”After all I have seen today, I doubt I can be more surprised than this. It's one shock after another, spare me, please.”
While massaging his temples, Josef uttered those words in a tired tone. From Arthur's appearance and the truth behind his death, his unusual power, the existence of this world and so on, it's truly too much for a human who has been living a comfortable life until today.
As the duo proceeded into the illusion with the Demonic Lightning paving a way for them, Arthur's could help but think about Wolfram, who is the center of everything that is happening.
'Just who the hell is this person?'