The 100th Regression of the Max-Level Player

Chapter 127: Actors (1)

People sometimes have moments of realization.

Ah, this isn’t right, is it?

Feels like I’ve ended up somewhere strange?

That was exactly how Seo Arin felt at the moment.

Doom-chit, doom-chit-

Led by the hand of a fellow actor, she ended up in a club that was dark and gloomy, unlike the bright daylight outside.

Though the thumping beats vibrated through the building, not a single dancer was in sight.

“What on earth are we doing here? Why did we come to a club?”

“Just stop whining and follow me. I’ll introduce you to someone nice.”

Despite feeling uneasy, Seo Arin had no choice but to follow Hong Sun-ah.

She thought it might just be a feeling, and if worst comes to worst, she could always leave, because:

‘I have the power to do so.’

Being a level 37 Summoner gave her that confidence.

“Here we are.”

Hong Sun-ah led her to a VVIP-exclusive private room.

Opening the door, a cloud of smoke made them squint their eyes.

“Guys, I’ve brought her.”

“Eh? Who’s this? Isn’t that the famous Seo Arin?”

“Wow, you really brought her?”

“Wow, she’s even prettier in person than on screen!”

Scattered liquor bottles, and a messy table.

People lying around smoking, others sprawled on the floor like drunkards.

Isn’t it said that people are left speechless when they are shocked?

That was Seo Arin at that moment.

‘I came here following Sun-ah, but…’

She hadn’t expected such chaos.

But more bewildering than anything:

‘Aren’t these all faces I know?’

All six people present were somewhat famous celebrities.

Swoosh-

“Who came?”

At that moment, their eyes met with an actor who had just come out of the bathroom.

“Ku, Ku Yeon-seung senior?”

Making them seven.

One more person added.

“Aren’t you Arin? I heard you were coming, but you really did?”

“I told you I’d bring her, Senior Ku.”

Behind, Hong Sun-ah smirked meaningfully.

“Bokchul would be thrilled if he knew, wouldn’t he?”

“Where is Bokchul?”

“He said he was going to the toilet because he needed to take a shit.”

Standing dumbfounded, Seo Arin wondered what situation she had gotten herself into.

“Sit down. Now that you’re here, let’s have a drink at least.”

“No, I’m good.”

It might be dark inside, but it was clearly broad daylight outside, and yet they’re suggesting a drink.

Especially since she felt something was off, Seo Arin drew the line.

“Sun-ah, have fun. Sorry, but I’ll be leaving first.”

“Hey, where do you think you’re going?”

“Come on, Arin. You’ve come all this way, have a drink. Or would you prefer a joint?”

“Excuse me?”

Seo Arin was taken aback but quickly regained her composure.

“No, I don’t smoke.”

“It’s not tobacco. Or maybe you’d prefer wine…”

“I can’t drink that either.”

“You f*cking crazy b*tch. Senior Ku is offering, you should at least pretend to drink, damn.”

Seo Arin doubted her ears for a moment.

‘What did she call me?’

Hong Sun-ah was always harsh with her words, but Seo Arin had never been directly insulted before.

But now, Hong Sun-ah was different.

It was as if revealing a true face, smirking at her.

No, ‘smirk’ is too pretty a word.

It was a clear sneer.

“F*cking b*tch, you’re looking down on me just because I’m a bit nice, huh?”

Instead of responding, Seo Arin instinctively looked back.

Players who had been crawling on the floor were now blocking the exit, having come to their senses.

“What are you trying to do?”

“Can’t you see? We’re keeping you from leaving.”

“Why are you doing this?”

“Why, you ask? Haha, everyone who comes here says the same thing. They don’t realize they’ve fallen into a trap. Oh, is it because I’m such a killer of an actor?”

Now, it was clear from Hong Sun-ah’s attitude.

She was tricked.

Seo Arin glanced at the actors around her.

Malice could be felt in their expressions and eyes.

‘They’re all in on it.’

Seo Arin’s gaze naturally shifted to Ku Yeon-seung.

Among them, he was the eldest and a senior; if it was a trap, it was likely under his guidance.

And sure enough.

“Haha, Miss Arin. Looking at me like that won’t help. You’ve probably realized by now that we’re all in it together.”

As if mistaking her gaze for a distress signal, he openly admitted it.

At that moment, Seo Arin thought of a way to escape the crisis.

‘Ah, maybe…’

It might work, but she had to try.

Seo Arin’s expression instantly turned into that of a frightened puppy.

“Why, why are you doing this to me?”

Ku Yeon-seung laughed as if she was aroused by the look Seo Arin’s face.

“It’s nothing personal. Just a survival strategy we’ve naturally come to learn, you know?”

“What do you mean?”

“Players’ number is reducing by half each round, right? Maybe even more. Haven’t you ever thought about it?”

Ku Yeon-seung smirked.

“The items held by those who vanish seem such a waste.”

“…”

“Don’t you think? I find it too wasteful. All the gold and items they’ve accumulated, all disappearing into thin air. In a world where even shit can be used as fertilizer, the items these guys hold can’t be used as anything and just disappear. Wouldn’t it be better if they could be used for something, like fertilizer?”

Seo Arin belatedly caught on to their intentions.

“So… you’re saying, if a player is going to disappear anyway, why not loot their items? Is that it?”

“Oh, you’ve got some brains, huh? You understood all that so quickly. Other actors didn’t get it even after I explained.”josei

“Other actors? You’ve done this to other actors besides me?”

“Of course. Sadly, Miss Seo Arin, you’re just the 33rd victim. Already, 32 seniors, juniors, and fellow actors have given us their items before leaving.”

She had no idea.

Seo Arin slumped onto the sofa.

“That, that means you’ve killed fellow actors…?”

“That’s right. We’ve killed everyone. Don’t worry, Miss Seo Arin. You’ll soon follow.”

“Ah…”

Seo Arin’s expression was one of shock as she covered her face and crouched down.

Meanwhile, she secretly summoned two fairies under the table.

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