I'm the Only Totem in Another World - Chapter 149

Chapter 149: The Close-Range Spy Raid （3）

First of all, asking Hanna, who recently joined the Tribal Federation, for help is the worst possible move.

They’re already not on good terms. An argument is bound to happen, and in the worst-case scenario, Hanna might even start doubting Sanz again.

I’ve been vaguely glossing over it so far, saying ‘Paladin Sanz can’t join because he’s monitoring the demon forces’. It wouldn’t make sense to explain Sanz’s role in detail now.

Actually, what Sanz’s identity is doesn’t matter. What matters is whether or not he’s currently acting as Malak’s messenger.

What if I use a keyword that only Rake and Malak know to let her know that Sanz is still Malak’s follower?

A word that only Rake and Malak know… I can’t seem to remember it now that I’m trying to think of it.

First of all, information is out of the question. I said I relay almost everything to Paladin Sanz.

Then it has to be something personal… Ah, it’s not like there’s nothing at all.

[My mole Rake, trust him]

It’s a kind of slang we gave meaning to when we were tracking the Tunnel Demon.

I told Rake she was cute like a mole.

[Tell her that]

[Tell her that Malak-nim said that, not me ㅇㅇ]

I know it’s a super cheesy thing to say.

But I think that’s the best option if it’s a term only the two of us know and something that can change Rake’s mind.

[Petit Noah: Okay]

[Petit Noah: He agreed and left!]

See. I told you this would work.

Relieved, I went back to the community. Goollreu posted an article.

[Goollreu: Met Close-Range Spy

（A picture of a Paladin wearing black armor with a red cross on his chest, holding a flag）

This is proof.

That person is Close-Range Spy. I don’t know what he looks like because he won’t take off his helmet. He says it’s his identity and won’t take it off.

Anyway, it seems like it’s true that he’s forming a raid. I don’t know if he’s really Level 9 because I haven’t seen him fight.

Close-Range Spy said he’ll gather as many Paladins as possible who want to join the raid in a region called Doras, and then head down to Symphony.

Killing demons along the way.

As for me, I had planned to go to the Tribal Federation from the start, and I wanted to see what kind of guy Close-Range Spy is, so I came here, right?

I think it’s okay for those who were thinking like me to come to the Close-Range Spy Raid. Close-Range Spy, well, he’s an idiot, but he’s not a bad guy like Atomic Rex or the Overlord of the Dead, right?

Anyway, there are only two choices in this situation.

Either hide until it’s all over, or join the Tribal Federation.

I chose the latter because I think this is the last chance. Just like Close-Range Spy.

What’s the point of living a life where you’re desperately scraping by, robbing villages and hunting demons every time you run out of food?

The Dark Cloud Demon is gone now. Whether they’re mid-ranking or low-ranking, they’re all going up towards the Capital.

Just avoid the areas where the demons are marching and come this way. It’s nothing for those who have survived so far, right?

I’m not in a position to force anyone, but I just want to say, if you’re struggling, just come. Close-Range Spy can safely escort you to the Tribal Federation, right?

And, who knows? Maybe if we lend a hand, the chances of winning will increase a little? Even 1 percent more.

Think about it]

It somehow reminds me of when the George Raid was first formed. Back then, there were posts certifying people joining the George Raid.

━ Comments ━

[Close-Range Spy: You bastard, how many times do I have to tell you it’s not the Close-Range Spy Raid, it’s the Goja Buro Raid?]

ㄴ [Goollreu: That name is stupid. Let’s just call it the Close-Range Spy Raid, it’s cooler]

[3Reps500: My neighborhood? Village? Region? Anyway, all the demons and worshippers here are packing their bags and heading up north. Now is the chance]

[LuluTV: Doras? Should I go…?]

[Dinosaur Punch: I live near Doras!]

[Skynet: Interesting.]

[Odo Daejangbu: Just contacted Close-Range Spy]

[One Piece: I’ll just stay put. I’m near the Capital, so if I make a wrong move, it’ll be a big problem]

The comments are good too. It seems Goollreu’s post has helped alleviate some of the users’ hesitation, as posts saying they’ll join the Close-Range Spy Raid kept coming up.

Things are getting interesting.

Ha. It’s agonizing that I have to endure here for a few more days until I can descend. It’s so boring just sitting here looking at the community.

Should I just be grateful that there’s at least a community?

I checked the date from the time displayed next to the posts in the community and fell asleep.

Once you get used to it, a quiet and dark space feels cozy. The problem is that it’s so dark and quiet that it’s scary.

From the next day, posts about joining the raid increased explosively.

[Brahmanda: Joined!]

I’ve packed everything and came outside.

There are many reasons, but above all, I have a strong desire to contribute to the victory, even if it’s just a little.

Since the early days of the community, I’ve helplessly watched Abraham and other users die.

After the George Raid was defeated by the Dark Cloud Demon, I think I’ve been living in a state of near despair. Just endure today, that was my mindset.

Finally, there’s hope. I won’t stay still this time.

I’m only around Level 4, but it’s better than nothing, right? If I give it my all, I can probably take down at least one low-ranking demon.

I’ll post again when I arrive.

I’m going to leave my house to the rats. I released them, so they’ll figure it out on their own.

（A picture of rats running around the house）

It’s been fun, my little friends]

[LuluTV: I’m going to the Close-Range Spy Raid too

I’m going to meet Malak-nim while getting safely power-leveled by Close-Range Spy.

I’m leaving from Lava now. Anyone who lives nearby wants to go together?

It’s my first time going this far, so I’m a little scared;;]

[Full Play: It was the same in the game ‘Paladin Survival’.

Paladins are basically excellent buffers, no, damage-tanking supporters.

If it’s one-on-one, it’s hard to even take down a low-ranking demon, but it might be different if we stick together.

Buff stacking was possible in the game. If it was possible in the game, it usually works here too. I think even low levels can be helpful.

I’m about to head out now.

If you live near the Labos region, do you want to join the Close-Range Spy Raid with me?]

Including these, many users expressed their intention to join the Close-Range Spy Raid.

I don’t know how many of them will actually join, but judging by the community, it was a positive trend.

Another day passed like that.

[Brahmanda: Joined!]

[Dinosaur Punch: Join certification shot hehe]

[Dairy Cow Bikini Dance: Isn’t it all just alpha males who met up?]

[Very Black Female Prisoner: Giggling Paladin regular gathering]

[Full Play: Arrived with three users I met on the way]

[Goollreu: Why won’t this Close-Range Spy bastard take off his helmet]

[LuluTV: Seriously lol He even eats by lifting his visor just enough to get food in his mouth]

[Goollreu: No, he keeps asking us to call him Goja Buro… He says Close-Range Spy is just a character from the community]

[Irinam: He’s got a split personality, what a cutie~]

[3Reps500: You gotta give him credit for his commitment to the roleplay]

Three days later, the Close-Range Spy Raid finally started moving.

[Close-Range Spy: We’ve gathered quite a number.

I see quite a few demon groups heading towards Symphony.

They’re expendable. They were sent to find out if the god Malak is still alive and what the strength of the Tribal Federation is. A kind of… scout, you could say.

They might be bait, but it won’t be just weaklings. There might not be any high-ranking demons, but there will be plenty of mid-ranking ones.

I, Goja Buro, leader of the Goja Buro Raid, swear.

They won’t even set foot on Symphony’s land before they’re wiped out.

We’ll begin the ‘extermination’ now]

This guy is sticking to the Goja Buro Raid name until the very end.

Anyway, thanks. At least the demons won’t find out that Malak is absent.

From the next post onwards, almost half of the posts were from users belonging to the Goja Buro, no, the Close-Range Spy Raid.

They exterminated the demons advancing towards Symphony and posted certification shots.

[Goollreu: Mid-ranking demon group defeated!]

[Brahmanda: Was that barrier that was just cast, was that Close-Range Spy’s doing?]

[Bobobo: Close-Range Spy is crazy strong]

[Irinam: Hey hey, you guys should join the ‘Close-Range Spy Raid’ too]

They’re on a roll.

I spent the next few days reading posts about the Close-Range Spy Raid’s extermination efforts. I also didn’t forget to hear about the situation in the Tribal Federation through Noah, Siu, and Hanna.

The Close-Range Spy Raid settled in a region halfway between the Capital and Symphony, acting as gatekeepers. As Close-Range Spy swore, no demons reached Symphony.

One day. Another day. Yet another day passed. It was when ten days had passed since I arrived at this desolate place of exile.

The moment I blinked to check the community, the whole world changed. I was suddenly descended to Totem No. 1, enshrined at the altar.

I feel warmth beside me. It’s a sensation I haven’t felt in a long time.

“…!”

Rake, who was leaning against me and sleeping, opened her eyes wide. She woke up immediately, sensing my presence.

━ Have you been waiting long?

I didn’t expect it to take 10 days either. Did it take 3 more days because of the self-destruction damage from the Dark Cloud Demon?

She seemed to be lost for words, opening and closing her mouth a few times.

“…I missed you. It was lonely.”

━ I missed you too.

I thought it was better than sleeping, not knowing anything… but honestly, I was quite lonely.

To feel the warmth of another person, to be able to talk to someone, is this good?

━ I heard about the situation from Paladin Sanz. First, I want to honor the fallen.

“Everyone is waiting for Malak-nim.”

Rake slowly lifted Totem No. 3.

Good. Finally, the return.