The 100th Regression of the Max-Level Player - RMLP Chapter 284: Meeting with the Demon Grand Duke (Part 1)

At Ryu Min’s acceptance, Michael’s expression bloomed like a fully opened flower.

[Thank you! I didn’t expect you to accept such a burdensome request so easily.]

“What’s so difficult about taking a quick look at the Demon Grand Duke’s face? Besides, aren’t we in the same boat? If I want your support until Round 20, then a request like this isn’t hard to grant.”

[I appreciate you thinking that way! As expected, you’re different from other humans—an enlightened one!]

Michael laughed heartily, praising Ryu Min, but his true thoughts were far from sincere.

—Kuhuhu, what a dim-witted insect. You’ve fallen right into the trap without even realizing it. The moment you step into the Demon King’s Castle, you’ll never be able to leave.

Michael’s smile carried a different meaning, but since Ryu Min could read thoughts, there was no way he wouldn’t notice.

‘You’re the fool, Michael. Do you really think I’d meet the Demon Grand Duke without any countermeasures?’

Ryu Min smirked, but to Michael, it merely looked like the grin of an unsuspecting prey.

[Shall we go right away? Now seems like a good timing, with the gods watching.]

“Sure. Lead the way.”

Michael nodded and soared into the sky.

Ryu Min spread his black wings and followed behind.

Bwoooooo—

As they flew, the sound of a war horn signaling the battle’s beginning echoed through the air.

At the same time, both sides erupted into deafening battle cries.

[Waaaaaaah!]

[Kill them! Those filthy demon bastards!]

[Damn angel scum!]

Five thousand angels and ten thousand demons clashed on the ground.

From above, the scene was nothing short of spectacular.

Amidst the angels, Ryu Min spotted players slashing through the demons.

‘Our Death Church members are giving it their all.’

Well, considering that their fate depended on their contributions, it was only natural for them to be desperate.

Those who give buffs—Min Juri, Christine, Victor, and Russell—would gain contribution points just by existing, so there was no need to worry about them.

‘The supporters should be fine too. I told them to be cautious, so they should avoid reckless actions.’

Besides, he had already informed them of the demons’ appearances and key characteristics, so they wouldn’t die in vain like last time.

[Over there.]

While flying, Michael gestured toward a ridge with a nod.

Unlike the sulfurous flames burning across the battlefield, a chilling, shadowy land lay beyond.

[That’s the Demon King’s Castle.]

It didn’t even need to be pointed out.

There was only one structure that resembled a castle.

Thud.

Landing on the ground after Michael, Ryu Min turned around.

The blood-soaked angels and demons who had been locked in battle moments ago were nowhere to be seen.

The surroundings were eerily silent—so much so that it didn’t feel like a battlefield at all.

[My guidance ends here. You’ll have to walk the rest of the way to the castle alone.]

“I can’t just fly there?”

[If you want to be struck down by blind attacks, be my guest, but I wouldn’t recommend it.]

It seemed that unauthorized intruders were attacked on sight without question.

“I’ll walk then.”

[A wise choice. Well then, I’ll see you later.]

—If you can make it out alive, that is. Kek.

Though Michael’s thoughts contradicted his words, Ryu Min didn’t let it show.

After all, he would be meeting Michael again soon enough.

Flap—

Michael took off without hesitation, returning to the battlefield.

‘He probably thinks he’ll never see me again, believing it’s impossible to escape once inside the Demon King’s Castle.’

But Ryu Min had no intention of walking into a trap so easily.

Nor did he plan to offer his soul to the demons.

‘For now, let’s go take a look at the Demon Grand Duke’s face.’

As he walked across the desolate land toward the massive castle gates, a distant growling sound reached his ears.

Grrrr! Woof!

A three-headed Cerberus snarled from behind an iron cage.

Next to it stood demons armed with tridents, poised as if ready to release the beast at any moment.

It was clear that if they deemed him an enemy, they would set the hound loose immediately.

At that moment, the gatekeeper approached Ryu Min.

[Are you the Black Scythe?]

“Yes, I am.”

Thanks to the translation function, he could communicate with the demons without issue.

More surprising, however, was that a mere soldier recognized him.

[This way, please. We’ve been expecting you.]

Contrary to Michael’s intentions, he was being treated with the utmost respect—but Ryu Min wasn’t surprised.

‘My reputation with the demons is Eternal Alliance. There’s no way they’d mistreat me.’

He had already expected as much based on his reputation status.

The moment he stepped inside the castle, a message appeared before him.

[You have left the designated area during the round’s progression.]

[If you do not return within one hour, your player qualification will be revoked.]

[Time remaining until disqualification: 00:59:59]

It was the same message he had seen when entering the Celestial Realm, but he wasn’t alarmed.

He had anticipated this.

However, a slightly different message followed.

[You have entered the Demon King’s domain.]

[You cannot leave the Demon King’s Castle without the permission of the Demon Grand Duke, who has inherited the Demon King’s authority.]

Just as Michael’s thoughts had revealed, escape was impossible without permission.

If Ryu Min hadn’t already known, this would be the point where panic and rage set in—but instead, he walked on silently.

With a calm expression, he took in the sight of the massive hall.

Tap. Tap. Tap.

The interior felt eerie and desolate, yet Ryu Min showed no signs of intimidation.

He strode forward with the confidence of a ruler, as if he were the true master of the castle.

That attitude did not change even when he came face-to-face with the Demon Grand Duke.

[I have brought the awaited guest, Your Grace.]

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