The Handsomer You Are, the Stronger You Become-Chapter 146: Friends (7)

[You have entered the SS-class dungeon.]

[Defeat the boss monster to clear the dungeon (0/1).]

Kang Hyunsoo and his raid team stepped into the SS-class dungeon hovering above Seoul.

The landscape was a dark, stormy grassland under a sky choked with ominous clouds.

Entering wasn’t difficult.

All they had to do was leap into the beam of light pouring from the center of the portal in Gangnam, and the scenery changed instantly.

Of course, hundreds of monsters had blocked their path during the process, but everything had gone smoothly.

Leading the charge, Kang Hyunsoo had effortlessly slaughtered every single 700-level monster with his twin swords.

His companions couldn’t hide their amazement.

“Wow... There were so many monsters, I wasn’t sure we’d make it. But we’re really in,” Jin Seoyun remarked, wide-eyed.

“Amazing, Hyungnim! I still can’t believe you took down all those 700-level monsters in a single strike,” Han Sungbin added in awe.

“Right? Hyunsoo Oppa just keeps getting stronger!” Yuhana chimed in, her eyes sparkling with admiration.

It was no exaggeration.

Even monsters that required several veteran hunters to take down had fallen in an instant to Kang Hyunsoo’s blades.

Hyunsoo’s strength had indeed grown exponentially.

He glanced briefly at the notification that appeared after his last battle, reviewing the rewards he had earned.

[You have completed the Sword King Title Quest.]

[Your title has been upgraded.]

[Title: ‘Elegant Sword Specter’ has been upgraded to ‘Elegant Sword King.’]

[Title: Elegant Sword King]

Effect 1: Appearance Power +70, Sword Attack Power +150%, Attack Speed +150%, Movement Speed +150%.Effect 2: Swordsmanship damage and projectile count doubled.Synergy: Fusion of two talents generates additional effects.Bonus Effect 1: 20x experience gain upon defeating monsters.Bonus Effect 2: Party members gain 15x experience.After a week of grueling attempts, Hyunsoo had finally defeated the Sword King.

During the final moments of Bloom, with only 10 seconds remaining, he had fused Bleeding Beauty with Beauty Swordsmanship to counter the Sword King’s Conqueror’s Rakshasa Blade, securing his victory.

Though the quest had taken far longer than expected, the rewards were more than worth it.

Reuniting with the Sword King had provided Hyunsoo with valuable insights:

There existed spaces unaffected by regression.He had mastered a new, powerful swordsmanship by fusing talents.The upgraded title effects were overwhelmingly potent.For instance, the title’s second effect doubled the number of projectiles from sword techniques.

If he used Heaven’s Rend, which originally unleashed a single strike, it now created two.

With his mastery of twin swordsmanship, the number increased to four.

Compared to his previous life as the Sword Emperor, his power had quadrupled.

Combined with the additional effects from hidden pieces and the power of Lust, Hyunsoo was now stronger than ever.

‘This ★ 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 ★ is doable. It’s not impossible.’

The moment he completed the Sword King Title Quest, Hyunsoo was certain his plan would succeed.

Even Swallow had been impressed.

- "Wow! At this rate, you could handle this dungeon all on your own, Master!"

The earlier trials in Gangnam had proven his capabilities. Helping the struggling hunters there, he had annihilated the 700-level monsters with just a few swings of his twin swords.

Each use of Heaven’s Rend unleashed four strikes, obliterating everything in its path.

With this strength, Hyunsoo was confident that clearing the SS-class dungeon would be no problem.

As they entered the dungeon, everything was proceeding according to plan.

However, his companions seemed uneasy.

Despite their success in defending against the Dungeon Break’s first wave and entering the portal, doubts remained.

“Hyungnim, is that... an army?” Han Sungbin asked nervously. “Can the four of us really clear this?”

Ahead of them, beneath a towering fortress, stood thousands of monsters.

Corrupted demon knights, ogres, golems, and Minotaurs were arrayed in an overwhelming formation.

Each monster was above level 700, the same terrifying strength they had faced outside.

Faced with such numbers, the team’s anxiety was understandable.

But Kang Hyunsoo’s proposed solution was even more shocking.

“Don’t worry. I’ll handle them all myself.”

“You’ll... take them all on alone?” Jin Seoyun asked, her eyes wide with disbelief.

Hyunsoo nodded, his expression calm.

“Yes. The three of you only need to protect Yuhana. She’s the key.”

“M-me?” Yuhana stammered, startled.

“Your buff skills. Use all of them on me. Make sure they don’t lapse.”

“O-oh, yes! I can do that! Right now!”

Determined, Yuhana puffed up her cheeks and pulled out her staff, casting her buff skills without hesitation.

A refreshing breeze and sparkling motes of light began to swirl around Hyunsoo.

[You are enveloped by the Prayer of Frost.]

Effect: Attacks inflict Frost, slowing enemy movements.Duration: 3 minutes.[You are marked with the Sigil of Amplification.]

Effect: Skill effects increased by 50%.Duration: 3 minutes.[You are surrounded by the Wind of Regeneration.]

Effect: Health and mana regeneration increased by 300%.Duration: 5 minutes.Numerous buffs now enveloped Kang Hyunsoo, significantly enhancing his abilities.

Three stood out in particular: Prayer of Frost, Sigil of Amplification, and Wind of Regeneration.

These support skills, known in his previous life as the "Three Divine Blessings," were what had propelled Yuhana to global fame as a top-tier hunter.

With these buffs, eliminating minor monsters was no longer a challenge—it was effortless.

Hyunsoo had briefly worried that Yuhana might not have mastered these skills yet, given the earlier timeline. Thankfully, that wasn’t the case.

Thanks to Hyunsoo’s efforts leveling up his party through past battles, Yuhana had grown significantly alongside Jin Seoyun.

Now, the only requirement was ensuring that the buffs remained active throughout the battle.

“Alright, let’s begin. Yuhana, keep applying support skills to me. The rest of you, focus on protecting her,” Hyunsoo commanded as he raised his twin swords.

And then—

- "Now’s the time, Master!" Swallow signaled.

With that, Hyunsoo raised his Flame Sword high, signaling the start of the battle.

FLARE—!!

[Activation]

[Divine Beast Descent (SSS)]

Flames erupted from the tip of the Flame Sword, forming a portal in midair. From it, the dragon Aphelion emerged with a deafening roar.

“ROOOAAAAARRR!!”

The dragon soared above the dungeon, its immense form blotting out the dark sky.

“......!!”

The monsters, assembled in formation before the fortress, hastily scrambled into defensive positions.

But it was futile.

As Aphelion unleashed its breath attack, a fiery wave engulfed the battlefield.

[You have defeated Lv 740. Corrupted Abyssal Brainwashed Golem.]

[You have defeated Lv 730. Corrupted Abyssal Brainwashed Ogre.]

[Level Up!]

[Level Up!]

[Level Up!]

Countless enemies disintegrated into ash and scattered in the wind.

“Wow...”

“They’re already half gone.”

“My level just skyrocketed!!”

Jin Seoyun, Han Sungbin, and Yuhana were left speechless, marveling at the overwhelming display of power.

Hyunsoo had used just one skill, yet half of the army—comprising thousands of monsters—had been obliterated.

Above, demon knights riding wyverns noticed the intrusion and charged en masse toward Hyunsoo.

But—

[Activation]

[Titan Cleave (SSS)]

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BOOM—!! SLASH!!

The summoned titan swung its colossal sword, releasing a devastating slash that cut through the air. The wyverns and their riders were obliterated without a trace.

With most of the monsters dealt with, Hyunsoo dashed into the fray, cutting down the remaining enemies with his twin swords.

Using techniques like Heaven’s Rend, Thunderstorm Slash, Frenzied Blade, and Black Spot Explosion, he cleared the battlefield with precision and elegance.

“So beautiful...”

“Not a single wasted movement...”

Yuhana and Jin Seoyun were mesmerized, watching Hyunsoo as if entranced.

Even Han Sungbin couldn’t help but chuckle in disbelief.

“This... This might actually be over in less than 30 minutes.”

Initially, the group had doubted Hyunsoo’s bold plan.

No matter how strong he was, clearing an SS-class dungeon in just 30 minutes seemed impossible.

And to do it alone?

They’d been worried, but now they realized their fears were unfounded.

Hyunsoo was both incredibly strong and breathtakingly skilled.

Rather than offering help, they felt any interference on their part might only hinder him.

Now they understood why he’d only asked for support buffs.

As the battle progressed, Hyunsoo reached the towering fortress.

[Lv 780. Corrupted Abyssal Succubus.]

[Lv 780. Corrupted Abyssal Succubus.]

[Lv 795. Corrupted Abyssal Succubus Queen.]

From the fortress gates emerged what appeared to be the boss monster: the Succubus Queen, flanked by her minions.

Her alluring form, horns protruding from her forehead, and bat-like wings exuded an aura of seduction and menace.

As she approached, the demon knights stationed near the gates parted, kneeling on one knee in reverence.

The Succubus Queen’s level was nearly 800—an intimidating presence.

Yuhana, Jin Seoyun, and Han Sungbin instinctively prepared to join the fight, ready to assist Hyunsoo if the tide turned against him.

But to their astonishment, something unexpected occurred.

The Succubus Queen paused before Hyunsoo, staring at him with wide, astonished eyes.

“Ah... This aura... The Sin of Lust!!”

Murmuring in a tone they couldn’t comprehend, she suddenly dropped to one knee before Hyunsoo.

“Congratulations on your ascension, Lord of Enchantment.”

“......?”

Hyunsoo froze in place, staring in confusion as the Succubus Queen knelt submissively at his feet.