Wrong, my skills refresh every week

"Eni, meow? Cats don't know a guy like you who hides his head and shows his tail, meow!"

"It doesn't matter if you don't know him." Ennio said calmly: "I want you to tell him a message."

"what?"

"Tell him not to be satisfied with the status quo and to keep pursuing perfection."

"..."

Alan didn't understand, but he realized that the experiment mentioned by this evil god must be very important.

"If he lacks materials, I can provide them for him. The collapse of the 27th floor is an opportunity to recycle high-quality bodies."

Chapter 317 Nightmare Invitation

The next day.

Since when, there have been reports in the city that something unusual has happened on the 27th floor, and someone seems to have discovered a secret treasure in the labyrinth.

An "investigation" commission was also posted in the guild's task column.

As this unfounded news spread, Finn spread the news that "a dark faction has set its sights on the secret treasure" and was preparing to intervene.

On this day, Finn convened all the core factions in the city and issued a suggestion:

"The threat from the dark faction still exists. I hope that you can form a joint team to ensure safety when conquering the maze."

There were more than a dozen Families present, such as Nar, the leader of the Dionysus Families, as well as the Manni Families, the Sobek Families, the Modi Families, the Set Families, and so on...

Many of the core families of Orario that Ciel had heard of or not heard of were involved.

Finn even said generously: "We have no intention of competing for the so-called secret treasure, but we have the obligation to block and fight against the secret faction. The task of investigating is left to you, so be careful."

Charles thought to himself: As expected...

Finn, the black-hearted man, planned to make all these people sacrifices to tie down the dark faction's forces. When they launched a large number of troops to attack the adventurers, he would break through the weakly defended "suspected" stronghold on the ground in one fell swoop and return them to the Lord God.

As Charles was complaining...

"Hey, we are not members of Loki's family, so we should be able to act together, right?" Aisha, the leader of "noname", asked.

Finn nodded and handed an eye crystal to Aisha: "Of course, all of you "noname" will set off. As sentinels to monitor the dark faction, you will also report back when you explore."

"Ah?" The Ciel was stunned.

He stared at the eager Amazon, then looked at Fern.

"Well, we are only level 1. It's not good to go deep into the lower levels."

Finn smiled and said, "You are more than enough as supporters. Since we have organized a joint exploration, it would be bad for us not to express anything. You can be our representative."

Finn, you bastard, you actually sold me out?

Okay, okay, that’s how you play it, eh? Then don’t blame me.

Although even if Finn didn't say it, Charles would find an opportunity to go to the lower level, but there is still a difference between resources and coercion.

While Charles was cursing Finn in his heart, he also felt the horror of Finn's intuition.

He honestly introduced himself to other clansmen and quickly integrated into their group.

……

When Charles packed his luggage and followed the joint investigation team of various factions into the dungeon.

Finn summoned the four leaders, Ota, Shakti, and Alyshe, and started the second secret meeting.

"We have received a tip that the Dark Faction will launch a suicide attack on the 27th floor in three days. The Fallen Fairy Tentacles predicted by Jester are likely to appear at this time. By then, both the Dark Faction and the adventurers will be wiped out in the monster tide."

Ota looked indifferent: "What should we do?"

"Our mission is to attack the evil gods' strongholds on the ground when we are sure they have all come out in full force. We will wipe them out completely."

"Okay." Ota nodded.

Finn was surprised by Otta's attitude.

Alishe frowned, "Are you going to sacrifice everyone in the dungeon? Even "Noname"... Ciel-kun is being kept secret?"

Finn sighed:

"This action will determine whether the Dark Age can be completely ended. Therefore, no one knows about the plan I just mentioned except those present here.

As for... "noname". There are a large number of enemy spies among them, and we must give them the illusion that we have been tricked."

"Therefore, in order to ensure the smooth progress of the plan, the sacrifice of "Noname" and other adventurers is necessary."

In Finn's opinion, they must accumulate strength to deal with the possible emergence of the "Fallen Fairy". If they choose to rescue them in full force during this chaotic period, they will fall into the conspiracy of the dark faction.

The information that jester passed on was limited, and there were only a few words about the combat effectiveness of the "Fallen Immortal Clone".

But Finn could analyze that the combat capability of that thing was at least level 7.

In a battlefield where monsters are rampant and fallen immortal clones are fighting each other, even if Ota, a level 7, exists, he may not be able to gain any benefit.

Furthermore, Freya's family would probably no longer obey his orders and fight with all their strength.

With the current strength of Loki's family, it is impossible to defeat her.

"Rather than choosing a losing outcome, it is better to act decisively and choose to fully expand the victory."

Ota remained silent. He also preferred a ground battle. Once the main god on the ground was returned, the dark factions underground would be buried with him.

Moreover, to be honest, even though he was not good at strategy, he subconsciously did not want to fight with Finn now. It didn't feel good to be used as a knife.

Even if they have to fight against the fallen immortals, it should be an action planned by their clan on their own initiative.

Instead of being on guard against Finn stabbing them again.

Shakti was also silent. Under the premise that Freya's family was unwilling to intervene, their faction could do nothing. She could not let her companions and family fill the corpse pit. Moreover, there were multiple first-level clans, but they...

Shakti was conflicted.

The Ganesha clan is the master of the people. Their purpose is to protect the people and the city, and their job is to wipe out the secret factions on the ground.

But..., she felt somewhat disgusted by the adventurers who used and sacrificed other clans...

"I give up……"

While Shakti was still struggling with his conscience, Alisha stood up.

"I... and my family will go to the underground city." She put aside her previous silly and optimistic look and looked solemn.

"I'm not going to sit there and watch people die. That's not the 'right' thing to do in my opinion."

Finn opened his mouth.

For the sake of his clan and the reputation of a so-called "hero", he had long since learned to make trade-offs. While flaunting his so-called "wisdom", he also paid the corresponding price.

He did not realize that the ambition to revive his clan had become a shackle that bound him, causing him to lose his "spirit of adventure" and, by extension, his "courage."

In the original novel, he did not change his attitude until he saw Bell monopolizing the Minotaur. During the Heretic Incident, he decided to completely abandon the "artificial hero" plan and move towards the title of a true hero.

But when he saw Alishe's will, he was still moved, and he said solemnly:

"That's obviously a trap. You'll die."

“Let’s die.” Alishe smiled brilliantly. “If we stop the fallen fairy spirit, everyone will have a chance to escape! More people will survive because of us and inherit our justice!”

"Our justice will extend all the way into the future. This way... even if we die, it will be a worthy death!"

Chapter 318: Fierce Weiss: I will protect you

Underground city floor 18, Rivera town.

The city surrounded by wooden fences and crystals attracted a huge wave of people today. A coalition force of twenty-three clans, three hundred adventurers above level 2, and a total of more than 500 people poured into the town.

Although they are a coalition force, each clan still arranges its own actions. Only when necessary will the leaders of each clan make overall arrangements.

"All clan supporters, please set up tents outside the town. We need to rest for a while."

After talking to the town’s nominal boss (the strongest person) - level 3 Borus, a level 3 clan leader shouted.

"I'm sorry, the composition of your team is too complicated, and Rivera has not provided rooms for all of you. If we favor some over others, it will be difficult for us." Borus said carelessly, as if he didn't take these factional alliances seriously.

And these group leaders naturally accepted Porus' arrangements.

"So arrogant." Alpha pouted in dissatisfaction and dismantled the tent and other camping props from Pochi.

"He is capable of taking a piece of Rivera's big cake, and he has business dealings with all the big factions on the ground." Charles helped.

In the Rivera neighborhood, the price of goods is several times higher than that on the ground. An ordinary backpack can be bought for 2 Faris. The price of recycled magic stones and dropped items is only half of that on the ground.

Being able to hold on to such a lucrative neighborhood and become the person in charge is definitely not as easy as it seems. At least Charles once asked Lily to open a branch in Rivera, but it never worked.

The supporters set up camp, cooked their own meals and prepared dinner.

When Charles thought it was getting close to night, he received instructions on how to act. At this time, the better-off families would go to Rivera's tavern to relax, while the poorer ones would dine with their supporters.

As Ciel was adjusting the inventory of items and supplies...

A handsome male elf with short blond hair came over:

"If you don't mind, you can dine with us."

The elf's tone was casual and familiar.

"Who are you?" Charles scratched his head.

When did I even capture male elves?

"I'm Revis. You may have forgotten that we met in the Dragon's Nest on the 12th floor."

"Revis?" Charles was startled when he heard it at first, especially at this critical moment, but he quickly realized that the person in front of him was an elf, and a male at that.

"I am from the Modi clan." Revis emphasized again.

Charles' eyes were hazy, but he soon found the corresponding person in the corner of his memory...

"Ah... Aegina's licking..." Ciel muttered halfway, swallowing the word 'dog'.

In the future, Revis will pursue Aegina with a dwarf named Dormu. Finally, they will die in the moss giant incident on the 27th floor and be rescued by Bell.

Right now... Aina has not yet left the school district and joined the guild. The guy in front of him doesn't seem to have the level 3 strength he will have seven years later.

But why did he, who survived seven years later, appear in the expedition team?

It is difficult to predict what accidents may happen on the road, which may prevent some adventurers from reaching the 27th floor.

"I always feel that the way you look at me is a bit pitiful." The elf Revis muttered in dissatisfaction, and said with his hands on his hips: "But, you should have recognized me. Let's go and have a drink."

"Are you here to thank me?" Charles guessed why Revis came, and complained with tears and laughter about the elves' reserved emotions.

"Come over if you know." Revis said proudly, "Follow us and we'll follow you."

Charles chuckled, looked at Alpha, patted his butt, and followed Revis and his clan to reunite.

Most of the members of the [Modi Clan] are handsome elves, but most of them are male.

Perhaps because their main god is "courage", these elves are not as rigid as usual. Although they are not enthusiastic about Charles, they are not cold either.

The leader's white-haired elf poured Charles a glass of fruit wine bought from Rivera and clinked glasses with him:

"Thank you for your assistance to our clan. I haven't had the chance to thank you in person for so long."

"Well, it's just a matter of convenience."

Getting along with the elves was destined to be boring. They would either keep their heads down or eat as if no one was around. Occasionally, they would take Charles' feelings into consideration and bring up a topic or two.

Through simple chats, Charles also became familiar with several of them.

The leader of the [Modi Familia] was not very talkative. After he ran out of words, he talked about this commission:

"What do you think the secret treasure on the 27th floor is?"

"I don't know. I heard it was a relic of Zeus and Hera's family. Some said it was a cave room full of labyrinth pearls, or a room full of gold coins."

"In short, according to various rumors, the great secret treasure is priceless."

Charles smiled awkwardly and said, "How could anyone spread such a ridiculous thing?"