028. Trace

Kang Min-shik successfully escaped from prison.

The moment he crossed the dimensional barrier, he couldn’t be caught right away.

Kim Woo-jin returned to Purgatory without any harvest.

“How did things go wrong with the World Tree?”

“That’s when you open a window like a thief, and I can’t stop you from confidently holding the key and going out the front door.”

“…Then what will happen?”

“What do you ask? It’s fucked up.”

Failing to prevent the escape means poor management of Purgatory. And that was a situation that the superiors who boasted that they were gods desperately wanted.

He tried to pressure Kim Woo-jin by grabbing the pod somehow.

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Just imagining the aftermath of the coming storm made me sick.

However, he never lost his composure.

“The situation has gone from bad to worse, but it’s not the worst yet, so it’s okay.”

“Isn’t it already the worst thing from a successful jailbreak?”

“The worst thing is to go catch it and come back in vain. it’s still bad Do you think I’ve been through this once or twice?”

“This is the first time I’ve successfully escaped from prison.”

“Move over the little things. Even if you’re smiling, you’re pretty pissed off.”

Tok tok tok, the fingers tapping the table were faster and more powerful than before. To the extent that it pierces a hole like a finger print.

“Number 1177 has already crossed the dimension. How do you find him in as many dimensions as stars?”

“Okay, you only need to search two places. All living things are like salmon, so there is something called a regression instinct.”

Dimensional movement is the law of following the medium unless you know the coordinates of the target dimension because you are familiar with dimension magic.

And life itself is a great guide. Purgatory is a place where numerous dimensions intersect, so you can go anywhere, but Kang Min-shik, who ran away, has at most two places to go.

Earth where he was born and spent his life.

Or Kraft, who has been active as a hero for dozens of years.

“There are only two places. If you have enough time, there is nothing you cannot find.”

Yes, if you have enough time.

“That premise is wrong. It is clearly connected to the upper part. Of course, he would have announced his success as soon as he escaped. It is only a matter of time before the upper class moves.”

“Then you have to stop moving.”

“Is there a way?”

“I’m thinking of going on vacation for the first time in a while.”

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Just one week in a year. It is specified in the contract with the superior that vacation or some kind of annual leave can be used.

As the core of purgatory is Kim Woo-jin, during that period, the walls of purgatory are completely closed and outside access is controlled, just in case.

can’t go out or go in Unless it is Kim Woo-jin himself or the people he accompanies.

Of course, they can break through at will from the top, but in that case, they will have to endure a lot of disadvantages. It is so contracted.

So naturally, during that period, the upper level cannot intervene either. Even if you doubt it, just chew it all up just because you’re on vacation.

“Can I have it for a week?”

“migration. Because I didn’t write it last year.”

“Still, it’s a matter of traversing two big dimensions.”

“I’m going to take Deokgu with me.”

The aftermath of the dimension shift will degrade your sense of smell for a while, but it’s better than nothing.

“I can’t chase you anywhere like here, but at least you’ll know if you’re nearby.”

“That is not enough.”

“So I’m thinking of taking a prisoner with me.”

“Yes?”

* * *

“So that’s why you should go with me.”

“…A prisoner escaped and you said you would go with another prisoner to catch him? Is what I heard right?”

“Exactly. By the way, this is a notice, not a request.”

Yulia was deep in thought, savoring the scent of Rijas flower tea. I wondered if there was any hidden meaning.

Otherwise, no reason to inform the prisoner that he has escaped.

There was no reason to ask to go together.

“No matter how much we become cooperative, he is already not someone who can completely trust me. The warden.”

“that’s right. I don’t trust you, I just need you.”

“Why?”

“I only have two weeks.”

“Finding a person who has fled to another dimension in just two weeks? You don’t even know which dimension it is?”

“It’s one of two things. Earth born or Kraft who lived as a hero. Do you know why?”

“…When looking for a dimension, the most certain thing is the coordinates, but if not, something corresponding to that dimension will act as a guide. Of course, the creatures that have lived in that dimension are great guides in themselves.”

“yes. Dimensional movement is supposed to follow the navigation unconditionally unless there are special coordinates.”

“Are you Navi?”

“Just skip it.”

“So there is only two weeks of time, but there are two dimensions to find.”

“that’s right.”

“My role will be that of a hunting dog looking for number 1177.”

“Can’t high elves talk to all plants?”

It is never easy to find a determined and hidden hero in the vast world of dimension.

However, the three-headed hound with an extreme sense of smell and the high elf who can communicate with all the plants in the world are like a ray of light shining in the dark abyss.

In particular, it is safe to say that there is almost no place where there are no plants at a level where life can live. Even in the desert, cacti grow.

No matter what backcountry it hides in, the plant knows everything.

“But why should I help the warden? No matter how much I think about it, it doesn’t seem to have anything to do with what we agreed to cooperate with.”

“You said you were going to break Purgatory?”

“Yeah.”

“If I don’t catch him, there’s a good chance my tenure will be extended. And during that time I must faithfully guard the prison. And.”

“And what?”

“This escape itself is the trick of the dogs that put me here.”

“Go now. Where are you going first?”

“Craft. It’s a little more likely.”

The earth has lived longer, but Kraft is the place that left a strong mark until the most recent.

The connection point tends to fade little by little as it gets farther away. At least in Kim Woo-jin’s view, the possibility of Kraft was higher.

“By the way, are you releasing the restraints?”

“Unless you intend to run away.”

“Of course not.”

Whoops!

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Just like that, a human, a high elf, and a three-headed dog crossed the dimensional barrier.

Immediately after they left, all the doors to the dimensional prison, purgatory, were closed.

* * *

There are countless dimensions in the world.

Of course, not all dimensions are the same. The environment is different, the size is different, the distribution of mana, as well as the races and civilizations where they live are different.

“By the way, what dimension is Kraft?”

“I do not know.”

In the documents of the warrior who came in as a prisoner, his actions and various details were written in detail, but there was very little talk about the dimension in which he acted as a warrior.

It was natural. Since you have already entered purgatory and become a prisoner, it is not so important which level you became a hero.

But I can guess.

If we apply the pattern from the upper level that sends elven warriors to a dimension dominated by elves, it is highly likely that Kraft’s main race is human.

If you recall that the items confiscated from Kang Min-sik were leather armor and a sword, you must have a medieval civilization.

Since magic was also used, magic must have developed as well.

If magic is moderately developed, magic engineering naturally follows.

“It’s mostly like Arban or Daydram, right?”

“Most dimensions are like that.”

Generally, the biggest factor that determines the direction of development of a dimension is the concentration of magical energy.

In most places where mana is adequate, magic develops, and magic engineering flourishes accordingly.

And most dimensions have a moderate level of magical power concentration.

It is extremely rare that mana is extremely scarce, so science or other studies develop like Earth, or individual monsters are born rather than a prosperous civilization because mana is so plentiful.

“Then wait a minute.”

Yulia approached a nearby tree. I put my hand on it and closed my eyes to try to talk.

Wait a minute.

“Maybe it could be easier. I will guide you.”

“That way of speaking that suddenly overflows with confidence is strangely disturbing. The reason is?”

“There are elves in this world too.”

“And?”

“There is also a mother tree.”

“…not really that good.”

“why?”

“No, nothing. So what are you going to do?”

Kim Woo-jin’s face contorted for an instant, but soon straightened.

“I will ask the mother tree. Has anyone recently broken through the dimensional barrier? Then you will be able to find it quickly.”

“Don’t elves ostracize each other? An elf from another dimension.”

“Are the elves in Purgatory like that?”

“That is a special case.”

“I can’t guarantee all elves either. but.”

“but?”

“At least the high elves are special in every dimension. It is considered special.”

“Okay, let’s go for now.”

It’s not without its uneasiness, but if it’s a world tree, you’ve probably noticed that someone has crossed the dimension.

If so, you can tell if Kang Min-shik is in Krafton or on Earth.

The world tree wasn’t all good news, but anyway, bringing Yulia was a good choice.

* * *

The stars that shine exceptionally bright and light up the night sky are five times out of ten.

That much world flows naturally according to the laws of the universe. Embroider the universe and draw the Milky Way.

The man liked to drink while gazing at the sky.

Even the world, which seems to flow smoothly according to the rules, is not perfect. There is no such thing as a perfect world in the first place.

But it was his job to make that imperfect world even a little closer to perfect.

It is a very pleasant and beautiful thing to hear that the dissonant sound that was caused by his touch returns to a soft melody again.

“Oh God.”

A woman wearing a white robe slowly approached and worshiped him. I kissed his feet and whispered in his ear.

“That means you succeeded.”

The news he had been waiting for made the man’s mouth widen in a smile.

“I’m quite curious what kind of expression you’re making. Pierce your throbbing heart right now… Vacation? Did you put that on too?”

Pheuheuh, the man’s gaze touched the sparkling red wine.

“It’s obvious what you’re thinking.”

“Please tell me.”

“Send five enforcers to protect that human. But tell Kim Woo-jin never to find out. It won’t be too difficult as long as you help him run away.”

Time is only two weeks. It’s not even that long.

“I am presumptuous, but is there any need to look out for an insignificant creature?”

“Don’t be stupid. A covenant made in the name of a great universe, even if it is only a creature, is sacred.”

“Sin, sorry! I dared to commit a mortal sin!”

The woman hit her head on the floor.

“Moreover, Kim Woo-jin is a creature, but a being who can be said to have already surpassed the limits of a creature.”

He swallowed the rest of the wine. The transparent glass showed off its appearance as it reflected the light.

“With only five, there is no answer to a head-to-head match. If you have no choice but to show up, tell them not to reveal their identity.”

threw an empty glass With a click, hundreds of pieces scattered. The pieces that bounced off did not fall again and stayed in the air. like a real star.

“If that’s impossible, I’m not even thinking about coming back alive. You would have to evacuate that human for two weeks, even at the cost of your life.”

“Yes! All will be gladly received!”

Right, the man lightly snapped his fingers. The pieces that were scattered all over the place were put together again.

“I wish I could go myself, but it’s a pity I can’t.”

Tsk, the tongue-tied man held out his glass.

“I want to drink something different this time.”

“Yes, I will serve you a white wine made from the sap of the World Tree.”

The woman bowed her head even more.