Mafia crisis part 28
[Faraday DIDN'T write this]
[This is for the daily upload š]
[Chapter 32]
Faraday carries various potions and she drops one on the main cast, this makes Zigzag smart for once, and ohā¦.. ops..
[Dungeon]
The tension in the dungeon lingered long after Sasha's departure, her words echoing in the minds of Chang Nam Woo, Rosaria, and Zigzag.
The mention of a universe fragment stirred curiosity and apprehension among them.
Chang Nam Woo says quietly
"We need to find that fragment before the Mafia can use it.
We can't let them have such power."
Rosaria nods in agreement, her eyes narrowed with determination.
She then says
"But where do we start? Sasha didn't give us much to go on."
Zigzag, "the strategist", rubs his chin thoughtfully.
He then says
"Sasha's sudden appearance and equally swift disappearance mean she's working on her own, with resources and knowledge we don't have.
If she's been tracking the Mafia, she might have left clues or allies behind."
Chang Nam Woo glances at the fallen thugs, then back at his companions.
He then says
"We should search these guys.
They might have something useful on them. A map, a note, anything."
The trio begins rifling through the unconscious bodies, finding little more than standard weapons and communication devices.
It wasn't until Zigzag picked up a small, nondescript notebook from the leader's coat pocket that they hit pay dirt.
Zigzag flips through the pages filled with coded messages and sketches.
He then says
"This could be our key."
Chang Nam Woo leans in, studying the notebook over Zigzag's shoulder.
Chang then says
"We need to decode this."
"It might tell us where the fragment is being kept or the Mafia's next move."
Rosaria glances around the dungeon, her senses on high alert.
She then says
"We can't stay here."
"The Mafia will send reinforcements when these guys don't check in."
Zigzag nods decisively.
He then says
"Let's head deeper."
"We need to reach the shops on floor 15, regroup, and figure out our next move."
[Laterā¦.]
They descend further into the dungeon, each floor presenting new challenges and enemies.
The first five floors are a whirlwind of combat, with minor skirmishes and cleverly hidden traps.
Upon reaching the fifth floor, they face their first Mini-boss ā a towering ogre with thick, stone-like skin.
[Fifth floor boss fight
Chang Nam Woo prepares, his eyes focused.
He then says.
"This ogre won't go down easily. Get ready!"
Rosaria readies her bow, determination in her voice.
She then says
"I'll weaken its defenses with my arrows of light."
Zigzag nods, a plan forming.
He then says
"I'll use my speed to dodge its attacks and strike where it's vulnerable."
The ogre roars, shaking the cavern as it charges.
Rosaria fires a volley of arrows, each one finding its mark with precision.
She then shouts
"Take this!"
Chang Nam Woo times his explosive attack, aiming for the ogre's exposed flank.
Chang then shouts
"BOOM!"
Zigzag darts around the ogre, landing rapid punches with calculated precision.
Zigzag then says
"Can't catch me!"
The battle is fierce, the ground trembling with each clash of titans.
The ogre swings its massive fists, but the trio maneuvers with practiced coordination, dodging and countering with relentless attacks.
Finally, with a coordinated assault, they bring the ogre to its knees.
Rosaria's final arrow pierces the ogre's heart, and it collapses with a thunderous crash.
Breathing heavily but undeterred, they press on.
[Laterā¦.]
The dungeon's themes shift dramatically every few floors ā from a dark, damp cavern to a fiery volcanic landscape, and then to a labyrinthine forest teeming with predatory creatures.
On the tenth floor, they encounter their second challenge ā a multi-headed hydra.
Chang Nam Woo assesses the situation, his mind racing but calm like a river stream.
Chang then says
"We need a strategy for this hydra. It's pretty strong."
Rosaria adjusts her stance, arrows ready.
She then says
"I'll focus on keeping its heads at bay with my light arrows."
Zigzag calculates his approach, eyes flickering with determination.
He then says
"I'll use my speed to sever its heads quickly."
The hydra hisses, heads snapping in anticipation.
Rosaria's arrows fly true, each one finding its mark and momentarily blinding a head.
She then says
"Stay back!"
Chang Nam Woo times his explosions, aiming for the hydra's vulnerable spots exposed by Zigzag's lightning-fast movements.
He then says
"Let's weaken it!"
Zigzag blitzes around the hydra, striking with precise, rapid punches.
He then says
"Can't keep up?"
The battle intensifies, the hydra's heads regenerating faster than expected.
Corrosive venom spews from its mouth, threatening to dissolve anything it touches.
With coordinated efforts and tactical maneuvers, they manage to sever several heads, but the hydra proves resilient.
It retaliates with renewed ferocity, each head more aggressive than the last.
Chang Nam Woo grits his teeth, focusing his energy for a decisive strike.
He then says
"We need to finish this!"
Rosaria's arrows rain down with renewed intensity, each shot aimed at the hydra's weakened spots.
She then says
"Almost there!"
Zigzag speeds around the hydra, his movements a blur of calculated strikes.
"Hang on!"
Finally, with a synchronized assault, they deliver the decisive blows.
Chang Nam Woo channels all his power into one massive explosion, engulfing the hydra in a torrent of fiery force.
The hydra's final heads collapse, defeated and motionless.
Exhausted but triumphant, they stand amidst the wreckage of their battle.
Exhausted but triumphant, they stand amidst the wreckage of their battle.
The dungeon echoes with their heavy breaths, victory tingling with the taste of hard-earned success.
Rosaria says
"We did it!"
"Yay!"
"But we can't rest yet. The shops on floor 15 are just ahead."
Chang Nam Woo nods, his gaze focused.
He then says
"Let's move. We need supplies and a plan."
They press forward, navigating through winding corridors and descending staircases until they reach the fifteenth floor.
[Laterā¦.]
[The shopā¦]
The atmosphere changes from the chaotic battleground to a dimly lit cavern, where flickering torches illuminate a makeshift marketplace.
Rows of stalls line the cavern walls, manned by various adventurers and merchants peddling their wares.
The air is thick with the scent of potions and enchanted items, mingling with the chatter of negotiations and the clink of gold.
[The shopā¦]
Rosaria surveys the scene, her keen eyes assessing each stall and its occupants.
She then says
"Keep your guard up."
"Not everyone here has noble intentions."
Zigzag scans the area, his speed allowing him to observe multiple stalls in an instant.
"We should stick together. Safety in numbers."
Chang Nam Woo leads the way towards a stall adorned with mystical artifacts and potions.
The merchant behind the counter, a grizzled old man with a patch over one eye, eyes them warily as they approach.
He then says
"Looking for something special, are ya?"
Chang Nam Woo gestures towards the potions.
He then says
"We need healing supplies and any information you might have on the Mafia's movements in these trials."
The merchant strokes his chin thoughtfully.
He then says
"Information doesn't come cheap, but I might have a thing or two that could interest ya."
Rosaria steps forward, her presence commanding attention.
She then says
"We're not here to haggle. Tell us what you know, and we'll give you something worth of value."
The merchant chuckles a raspy sound that echoes through the cavern.
He then says
"Fair enough. Word is, a powerful artifact's been sighted in the hands of a Mafia boss."
"They're using these trials to test its capabilities."
"They know that they can do it under the guise of a monster attack but we all know who it is."
Zigzag leans in, his curiosity piqued.
"What kind of artifact?"
The merchant leans closer, lowering his voice. "They call it the Chrono Amulet.
Rumor has it, that it can manipulate time itself. Imagine the power in the wrong hands."
Chang Nam Woo's expression darkens
He then says
"We need to find it before they do."
The merchant nods knowingly.
"I can help ya with that. For a price, of course."
Before they can negotiate further, a group of shady adventurers sidle up to the stall, eyeing the trio with open interest.
Their leader, a burly man with a scar running across his face, smirks menacingly.
He then says
"Well, well, what do we have here?"
"Looks like we stumbled upon some fresh meat in these trials."
Rosaria grips her bow tightly, her stance defensive.
She then says
"We're not interested in trouble."
The scarred man laughs a rough sound that sends shivers down the spines of his companions.
He then says.
"Trouble finds you whether you want it or not, sweetheart.
Now, how about you hand over your valuables, and we'll let you walk away in one piece?"
Chang Nam Woo steps forward, his demeanor calm yet imposing.
He then says
"We're not handing anything over.
"Move along."
The scarred man's grin widens, revealing yellowed teeth.
He then says
"Big talk for someone in our territory.
"Maybe a lesson in respect is in order."
Before anyone can react, Zigzag dashes forward with blinding speed.
He disarms two of the shady adventurers in an instant, leaving them stunned and weaponless.
Zigzag then says
"Try us."
The scarred man's expression darkens, fury replacing amusement.
He then says
"You'll regret crossing us."
Weapons are drawn, and the cavern erupts into chaos as a fierce battle ensues.
Chang Nam Woo unleashes explosions with precision, blasting opponents off balance.
Rosaria's arrows of light pierce through the enemy ranks, creating openings for Zigzag to exploit with his incredible speed and agility.
The shady adventurers put up a fierce fight, but the trio's coordinated efforts and combat prowess prove too much to handle.
One by one, the adversaries fall, either defeated or fleeing in disarray.
Breathing heavily, the trio regroups amidst the aftermath of the skirmish.
The marketplace falls silent, bystanders watching cautiously from a safe distance.
Rosaria then says
"We can't stay here,"
Rosaria scans the surroundings for any lingering threats.
She then says
"More of them might come."
Chang Nam Woo nods in agreement, eyeing the remaining merchants warily.
He then says
"Let's gather what we need quickly and move on. We've wasted enough time."
They hastily gather healing potions, supplies, and whatever information they can glean about the Mafia's activities in the Doom Trials.
The merchant grudgingly provides a crude map with possible locations of Mafia strongholds within the dungeon.
With their preparations made, they depart from the marketplace, their minds focused on the next challenge and the elusive Chrono Amulet.
[End]
[En-]
[Narrator Sphere.]
Faraday: Wait! Something is off.
Faraday: How did he get that map?
A black-suited figure appears behind Faraday.
Faraday: Who the hell are you?
Faraday gets up and prepares for combat.
Blackeye: Hello Faraday.
Faraday: Who let you in here unauthorized?
Blackeye: Nobody, simply I am an agent of AFG CIA.
Faraday: The Central Intelligence Agency!?
Faraday: Well, it doesn't matter!
Faraday: Leave!
Blackeye: I don't think I'm going to Goddess Faraday!
Blackeye then pulls out a pistol and shoots Faraday.
Faraday dodges the bullets and punches Blackeye.
Blackeye just barely manages to
block this and he returns with a jab.
He fakes out the jab and sticks a needle in Faraday.
Faraday quickly takes it out and eats a
Faraday launches herself at him and pins him down.
Blackeye knows that his mission has failed and he quietly leaves the room using his shadow powers.
Faraday: What the hellā¦
Faraday: This guy is super dangerous.
[End]
[End]