Infinite System Inheritor Return From The Abyss

Chapter 146: Chapter 146: Black Lotus

Location: Earth in Glimmering Abyss Dungeon

As the group neared the dungeon's boss room, a sudden buzzing sound broke the silence. Alex's phone rang. He glanced at the screen, then gestured to Alexa that he needed to take the call. She nodded and moved to stand beside Jonathan, keeping a watchful eye on their surroundings.

Meanwhile, the rest of the group noticed a cluster of slimes nearby. Their curious, gelatinous bodies shimmered faintly in the dim dungeon light as they lazily moved across the stone floor.

One of the party members, Jae-hyun, couldn't resist poking at one of the slimes with his sword, a playful grin on his face.

"What's the difference between these Abyss slimes and the ones outside?" he asked, amused.

Before anyone could answer, Alexa quickly stepped forward, her tone sharp. "Stop messing around! These slimes look different from the usual ones we see outside. Don't underestimate them."

She pointed at the odd shimmer in the slime's body. "This could be a new kind of slime. Just because they seem harmless doesn't mean they aren't dangerous. We need to avoid them until we know more."

Jae-hyun pulled back, nodding sheepishly. "Got it. No more poking."

Min-seok and Jin-hyu shook their heads while handling their things properly at Jae-hyun's reckless behavior.

"If Jae-hyun keeps acting like that, he's probably going to put all our lives in danger," Min-seok whispered quietly to Jin-hyu, glancing nervously at their guildmate.

Jin-hyu nodded in agreement, his voice low. "Let's just hope nothing bad happens. or else we'll probably gonna die this time."

At that moment, Alex had stepped aside to answer his phone. He held the device to his ear, speaking in a calm but focused tone. "Hello, Grandpa?"

His grandfather's voice came through urgently. "Alex, there's a new A-rank dungeon that just showed up near where you are. It could interfere with the dungeon you're in. You all need to hurry and clear it before things get worse."

As Alex listened to his grandfather's urgent voice over the phone, he asked, "Who's going to clear the new A-rank dungeon? Are we expected to handle that too?"

His grandfather's voice reassured him. "Fortunately, Ms. Choi is nearby, so the Black Lotus guild has already entered the dungeon. They're handling it."

Alex sighed with relief. "That's good to know. If the Black Lotus is on it, then we should be fine. We'll focus on clearing this one quickly."

His grandfather added, "Still, don't waste time. There's always a chance the dungeons could affect each other."

"Understood, Grandpa," Alex replied before ending the call, ready to inform the rest of the group about the situation.

Alex's expression grew serious as he listened. " I'll let the others know. We'll finish up here and move quickly."

Ending the call, Alex rejoined the group, Chapter: Urgency in the Air

Alex approached Alexa, whispering in her ear about the call. She nodded, her expression serious as she prepared to inform the group. They both knew the situation had changed.

Alexa cleared her throat and announced to everyone, "A new A-rank dungeon has appeared near us. We need to clear this dungeon as soon as possible before it affects anything."

Jonathan chuckled lightly at the news. "Well, looks like we have no choice but to clear this quickly. Should've known there'd be a twist."

Jae-hyun, ever eager to do things his way, grinned and tried to coax the group. "Why rush? We should explore a bit more! There's always something interesting if you look around."

Before he could continue, Min-seok and Jin-hyu grabbed Jae-hyun's arms, holding him back. Min-seok whispered urgently, "Jae-hyun, let's just follow Ms. Alexa's orders."

Jae-hyun paused, noticing how serious Alex and Alexa were. Some of the other party members were also giving him stern looks. Realizing he was pushing too far, Jae-hyun awkwardly laughed. "Chill, I'm just joking! Let's go to the dungeon boss room, Ms. Alexa!"

Alexa sighed, exasperated but relieved he wasn't causing more trouble. "Just be careful. We're not here to take unnecessary risks."

With that, the group began their careful approach toward the dungeon boss room.

In the newly discovered A-rank dungeon, the Black Lotus guild stepped in led by Choi Ji-eun, the Lotus Queen, who was the third-ranked awakener in Korea. Next to her was Min Yoon-ji, the Twilight Sorceress, who ranked fourth. Both women moved confidently, with their guild following closely behind and a system notification appeared as they entered:

Dungeon Name: Abyssal Depths

Rank: A

Description:

A dangerous dungeon filled with abyss-related creatures. High-level monsters and potential hidden bosses make this place a challenge for even the strongest teams.

The other members of Black Lotus exchanged quiet whispers as they moved deeper inside.

"This dungeon... if we don't clear it quickly, it might affect the others nearby," one of them said with concern.

Another nodded in agreement. "But with the Lotus Queen and Twilight Sorceress here, we'll be fine. Still, we need to be careful."

As they moved deeper into the Abyssal Depths, they suddenly encountered a group of Goblins. These goblins were unlike any they had faced before. Their green skin was marred by black veins that pulsed ominously, and their eyes were completely black, giving them a terrifying appearance and automatically the status appraisal activated.

Name: Abyss Goblin

Rank B

Description:

A mutated goblin with black veins that enhance its strength and resilience. Highly aggressive and difficult to defeat in numbers.

Abilities:

Abyssal Rage: Gains strength when injured.

Shadow Leap: Can teleport short distances in darkness.

The guild members quickly formed a line, weapons drawn, ready to engage. The lead goblin let out a guttural growl, and the rest of the group charged forward with surprising speed.

"Attack!" one guild member shouted, and they rushed in to meet the goblins.

The first clash was chaotic. A guild member swung a sword, slicing through the air and striking one of the goblins. It let out a shriek, but instead of falling, it seemed to absorb the pain and grow even more aggressive. Another goblin lunged at a different member, claws outstretched, but was met with a quick kick that sent it staggering back.

One guild member unleashed a powerful spell, sending a burst of fire toward a cluster of goblins. The flames engulfed two of them, but they continued to charge through the fire, unharmed. The black veins on their bodies seemed to absorb the heat, making them more dangerous.

"Watch out!" someone yelled as a goblin sprang from the shadows, tackling another guild member to the ground. The two struggled, but the goblin's strength was surprising. It clawed at the member's armor, leaving deep scratches.

The fight was fierce, but the goblins kept coming, their numbers seeming endless. Panic began to spread among the guild members as they realized the gravity of the situation.

"They just keep coming!" one shouted, swinging wildly at an approaching goblin.

"Fall back! We need to regroup!" another yelled, but the urgency only heightened their fear.

Choi Ji-eun and Min Yoon-ji continued to watch from a distance, assessing their members' reactions. Just then, Yoon-ji spotted a goblin lunging toward a struggling guild member, ready to deliver a fatal blow.

Yoon-ji dissapear and appear in front of the member creating a barrier of shimmering light that enveloped the guild member just in time. The goblin crashed against it, stunned. Yoon-ji then kick it, sending the goblin sprawling back.

"Thank you Ms. Yoon-ji!" the saved member exclaimed, quickly standing back up.

Seeing that they are outnumbered, Choi Ji-eun moved gracefully, her hands weaving through the air. Suddenly, violet petals began to swirl around her, creating a mesmerizing display.

In an instant, there was a quiet hush before the sound of goblin heads falling to the ground echoed through the chamber. The members looked on in awe.

"It's the Lotus Fang skill!" one guild member shouted, admiration shining in their eyes.

"Wow, our leader is incredible!" another exclaimed, beaming with pride.

"Did you see that? She took them out in one move!" someone else added, excitement bubbling over.

The guild erupted in cheers, their confidence restored by the display of power from their leaders.