Chapter 1388

<Chapter 1388> 1388. The Atlantis of the Spirit

We had arrived at the deepest underground location.

A place where no light entered, and there were no ventilation systems. Currently, three people had come here: me, David, and Colin. Colin was the bastard from Lilith Entertainment who had the audacity to offer a gender tribute to Porvitz. Now, he lay on the ground, his limbs cut off, looking like some kind of bug.

“Kill me… please… I’ve done wrong… please kill me!”

David and I didn’t respond to the bug’s plea.

I pulled out the Core of Eternal Agony from my pocket. Its appearance resembled a pitch-black gemstone, similar to obsidian.

「Core of Eternal Agony

Can create an eternal torment realm known as the Eternal Agony.

Those within will never die but will suffer endlessly without any hope of salvation.

The manager of Eternal Agony is unaffected by its influence.

Rank: SSS」

This was something given to me by the King of Machan. To be honest, I felt a little uneasy about it because it belonged to that Machan King guy.

‘How do you even use this thing?’

First, I tightly gripped the Core of Eternal Agony.

Nothing happened.

When I channeled mana into it, a notification window popped up.

「Do you wish to activate the Core of Eternal Agony (SSS)?」

“…Activate.”

A dark aura began seeping out of the core. Soon enough, cracks appeared across its surface, and it crumbled into dust, vanishing. A chilling, bone-chilling darkness spread throughout the area, making even me take an involuntary step back.

「Eternal Agony unfolds.」

「Skill acquired: Eternal Agony (S).」

「Current stage of Eternal Agony: Level 1.」

「You may choose the characteristics of Eternal Agony.」

「As the ruler of Drought Hell, drought properties have been added to Eternal Agony.」

「Sinners in Eternal Agony will endure perpetual drought.」

「You are the master of Eternal Agony. All stats increase by 30% while inside Eternal Agony.」

「You can define the range of Eternal Agony.」

「You can designate managers for Eternal Agony.」

「You can designate prisoners for Eternal Agony.」

「Prisoners cannot die within Eternal Agony.」

「Managers cannot die within Eternal Agony.」

「An ordinary human has become the ruler of Eternal Agony.」

「You won’t tire easily within Eternal Agony.」

「All recovery rates increase by 200% within Eternal Agony.」

「You gain AP periodically while in Eternal Agony.」

「Currently, there are no sinners suffering in Eternal Agony; therefore, no AP can be obtained.」

「Unbelievable achievement unlocked.」

「Title ‘Lord of Hell’ granted.」

「All stats increase by 2.」

「Eternal Agony desires the suffering and anguish of its prisoners.」

「Please select the characteristics of Eternal Agony.」

I frowned as countless notifications kept popping up one after another.

‘Why are there so many?’

Slowly, I skimmed through the notifications. I started to get a rough idea of what this skill actually did.

‘The part about gaining AP periodically… it’s somewhat similar to a territory system. I’m not sure exactly how much I’ll get yet, but this is definitely an amazing skill.’

All my stats increased. That alone made me feel pretty good.

‘Eternal…’


“Let’s see… Shall we choose some characteristics of this place?”

「You may choose two characteristics for the living hell.」

「Your luck grants an additional option.」

「Choose one from Burning, Self-harm, or Extreme Pain.」

“Hmph. My luck shines bright indeed. Hehe.”

The sudden surge of luck makes me feel good.

“Hmm… What are the effects of these characteristics?”

「Burning: Prisoners’ bodies will burn for up to 16 hours out of every 24. You can set the burning time.」

「Self-harm: Prisoners destroy their own minds and bodies through self-mutilation. You can set the level of self-harm.」

「Extreme Pain: Doubles the prisoners’ pain. You can amplify it up to tenfold.」

“Aha. I get it now. I have a rough idea.”

I must choose carefully.

These bastards tried to harm my woman. I want them to suffer as much as possible.

“Hmm… After some thought, there’s no need to hesitate. There’s only one perfect choice for me.”

「I choose “Extreme Pain.”」

“Burning and Self-harm automatically torture the prisoners. Essentially, they’re auto-torture features. But there’s no need to rely on automation when David is here.”

Because we have David. Let him torture those bugs.

「Living Hell Level 1

Control over the Living Hell.

All stats increase by 50% inside the Living Hell.

Resists fatigue easily in the Living Hell.

All recovery rates increase by 200% in the Living Hell.

Gain AP periodically while in the Living Hell.

Current Living Hell Trait: Drought

Drought: Prisoners’ bodies dry out and experience intense thirst. The severity of the drought can be adjusted. Currently set to extreme.

Extreme Pain: Doubles the prisoners’ pain. The level of pain can be adjusted. Currently set to x10.

Type: Skill

Rank: S」

「David is designated as the warden. Wardens suffer if they fail to perform their duties.」

「Colin is designated as a prisoner. Prisoners suffer eternally.」

「Gain 1AP every 10 days.」

I looked at David and Colin.

David stiffened and avoided my gaze.

As soon as Colin was designated as a prisoner, he started screaming in agony.

“Aaaaaaah! M-my body…!”

Colin’s limbs twitched uncontrollably. His skin shriveled and wrinkled disgustingly. His lips turned like rotten leaves. All moisture rapidly drained from his body.

‘This is the effect of the Drought trait.’

In less than 30 seconds, Colin became a living mummy. Normally, he should be dead by now… but thanks to the Living Hell’s effect, he cannot die. He will endure eternal suffering here.

“Aaaaah! Water! Please give me water! Just a sip! Please, even spit would do! I’d drink urine gladly! Please! This thirst… Aaaaaaaah!”

Colin thrashed around like a madman. The sight of the wriggling worm was truly unpleasant.

I took gasoline from my inventory and poured it over Colin’s body. I ignited it with a spark from my palm. Colin’s body began to burn.

“Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah!!!”

His screams pierced my eardrums.

Even as Colin burned alive, he couldn’t die. His skin turned to ashes and regenerated repeatedly. Ridiculously, his hair didn’t regrow. He remained bald.

“Good choice with Extreme Pain. No need for the Burning trait when I have gasoline. Hehe.”

I continued experimenting with the Living Hell.

When I expanded its range, the underground space rippled and the atmosphere changed. The area grew wider.

‘As the Living Hell levels up, the space will expand. No need to hire experts to enlarge the underground area. This size should be…’


“200 people. If we stretch it, 300 could probably fit.”

Training the Heavenly Demon Spirit Art in the living hell proved to be extremely effective.

“The Heavenly Demon Spirit Art and the Devil’s Body resonate with the prisoners’ afflictions.”

‘Now I understand why the King of Demons gave me this living hell. It’s the perfect place to train the Heavenly Demon Spirit Art.”

*This* is what martial arts are about.

I was quite satisfied.

“David. Bring all the people on the list. Have their limbs removed for easier management. The name ‘Human Farm’ doesn’t suit… let’s just call it ‘Living Hell.'”

“…It’ll take some time. There are too many people on the list for me to handle alone.”

“Are you saying you can’t do it?”

David flinched. His wavering eyes glanced at Colin, who was screaming. He bowed deeply.

“Three days! Give me three days! I’ll bring everyone on the list here!”

“David. Don’t disappoint me.”

Leaving the living hell behind, I headed toward Lilith Enter.

30 days.

Yuria and Miling’s summoning time had ended.

From the moment we obtained control of Sector 6,700, Fortis’s activities were completely halted. Since our goal had been achieved, there was no need to continue operations. After stopping the activity, we had about 3 days left of summoning time. For those 3 days, we played. We rented an expensive resort and enjoyed ourselves luxuriously.

“Spending time with you was always fun. This idol job… it might not suit me, but I can do anything as long as it’s your order.”

“Good work, Yuria. See you again later.”

Yuria disappeared.

I shook off the feeling of emptiness that came over me. I can always meet Yuria again whenever I want.

“That was fun! Actually, I found the life of an idol interesting!”

Miling said brightly.

“Really? If we do it again, will you join?”

“Nope. Being an idol is too tiring. No time to play games or watch anime. I’d rather just do some relaxing personal broadcasts. Well, I’m off now. Call me again next time, Husband!”

“You can count on me.”

Miling disappeared.

“I should go too.”

“Elena. Is it okay to leave the family business unattended for a month?”

“Will the Valderth family collapse just because I left for a month? Besides, the situation now is different from when I fell into hell. I can handle family matters remotely. Though, the idol job was busier than expected, so I only dealt with urgent matters quickly… When I return, there will probably be a pile of work waiting for me. Hmph.”

Elena sighed and left.

All that remained was Joo Seohyun. All Joo Seohyun and I had to do was return to Eiflawn Legion with Etvol.

“Turned out to be a longer vacation than expected. How about it? Did you have fun?”

“…Not really.”

Joo Seohyun stared at me intently. She seems to have something she wants to ask.

“Ask away. I’m in a good mood now, so I’ll answer anything.”

“Who exactly are Yuria and Miling?”

“It’s a secret.”

Joo Seohyun’s eyebrows shot up.

“…Didn’t you say you’d answer anything?”

“I did answer. It’s a secret.”

“…Is it true that you’re the Thousand Demon?”

“It’s true. But this is also a secret, so don’t tell anyone else. Got it?”

“If I tell, will you kill me?”

“Will you tell?”

Joo Seohyun didn’t respond.

I trusted that she would keep the secret. That’s her character. And the current Joo Seohyun has no choice but to follow my words.

“Is that the end of your questions? Let’s head back to Eiflawn Legion. Oh, by the way, taking over Sector 6,700 is also a secret.”

“…What exactly are you up to?”

“It’s a secret.”

We returned to Eiflawn Legion.

And three months passed.