Post-apocalyptic world with Bees

Chapter 48

The Sword of Manthium was closer to a sword sting than a bee sting.

However, after obtaining King Frainkito’s Stinger, Sung-hyuk began to utilize his previously unused skill on himself and the villagers.

Of course, the reactions were all varied.

“Y-You liar…… You said it doesn’t hurt, but it does!”

“Big Bro. I don’t like needles, so…… Ahhhh!”

Yeon-ah and Cheonsu are both relatively young.

Thanks to the bee stinger, which is like a sharp syringe in human mentality, being poked deeply into their bodies, they let out a series of screams and scratched their skin as if it itched.

However, as previously mentioned, each person reacts differently.

In the case of Seokchul and Soo-hee, the reactions are quite the opposite.

“Ohhh! That’s so cool, thank you, Sing-hyuk!”

“Thank you, Sung-hyuk. My bones were already sore, but thanks to you, it feels better.”

Could it be that age is indeed a variable factor?

Or is it just that they’ve been through a lot and therefore their sense of propriety develops with age.

In the end, it’s a case of both, as Seokchul and Soo-hee sought out Sung-hyuk for an acupuncture session every chance they got, while Yeon-ah and Cheonsu were scrambling to avoid him.

Of course, he’s not the type of person to leave them alone.

‘Experiments are best carried out in a large number.’

In the case of bee acupuncture.

Because of the level limitations, only two buffs can be applied at a time.

So Sung-hyuk, who needed data on which acupuncture points would be most beneficial, held out a carrot to tempt the two.

“You two aren’t kids, what’s so scary about acupuncture? You guys don’t know enough about it, but if you get this treatment, your blood circulation will improve, your skin will get better, and the symptoms of hair loss will be greatly mitigated.”

“……My skin gets better?”

“H-Hair loss, is that right, big brother?”

Not a disappointing response from the runaway test subjects.

After the successful luring, Sung-hyuk added one last enticement.

“And if you continue like this, next time I’ll give you my newly created royal jelly pills and propolis cosmetics. Also, there won’t be any more of the Bee’s products for you guys.”

“…..”

For those who have already gotten a taste of the skin-enhancing, virility-boosting goodness, the ban was like a bolt of lightning.

“Ehey, big brother. When did I say I didn’t want to do it?”

“Eh, big brother. Hmph, well, since you say it’s good for one’s skin, I’ll give it a try.”

“Indeed you will.”

In the end, no matter what anyone said, Sung-hyuk was the ultimate winner, with ownership of the honey product and the bee’s tempting rump.

* * *

After a brief stint at the auction house.

There was a new addition to Sung-hyuk’s bee farm.

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[Macherti’s Golden Goblin Mine Summon Ticket – 10-Day Pass (★★★+)]

※ This item is imbued with a fragment of the Transcendent God (The item has greater strength than the average item).

※ Remaining Period: 9 days, 15 hours, 38 minutes (will be deactivated at the end of the period.)

* Category: Summon Buildings

* Current Floor Level 1 – 2.6%

* Active Golden Goblin Individuals: 5 / 5 (All are in a happy state. Activity is at maximum)

* Health : 100,000

※ Hire Golden Goblin: Hires a Golden Goblin. However, Hired Golden Goblins require an upkeep fee, and their activity increases significantly when they receive other gifts.(Upkeep fee per Goblin: 300 coins per hour)

※ Period Recharge: Adds a further extension period for the Golden Goblin Mine to be maintained (Cost: 8,000 coins per day)

* Durability: 1,500 / 1,500

* Description: A ★★★+ ranked Mine Summon Ticket imbued with the power of a Transcendent Being, The Great Golden Goblin Macherti. A few divine shards have made it possible for it to develop a level of superior power. The endless mines of the Golden Goblin are home to a wide variety of natural vegetation and minerals. Explore the mines deeply! / P.S. You’d better be prepared for the consequences of coveting riches, Kekekek!

* WARNING: The mines stimulate the greed of monsters. It accelerates nearby monster respawn speed and will attract monsters.

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Sung-hyuk’s Bee Farm.

In particular, he purposely left a large area empty and cleared out the weeds and trees.

*Clang!* *Clang!* *Clang!*

Within the summoned golden mine, five yellowish-golden goblins the size of small children are busily engrossed in their work.

“Hard work is definitely the best.”

The sight of someone diligently working while sweating is beautiful, whether they’re a human, a bee, or a golden goblin.

With a wide smile on his face, Sung-hyuk recalled the first time he summoned them.

“What are you, a human?”

“You’re treating us like this? Kekekek, how funny, hilarious!”

“I feel uncomfortable with you being so tall. Get down, human!”

“Since you hired me, I’ll only work as much as you pay me.”

The golden goblins, despite Sung-hyuk being the one who hired them, were mostly grumbling.

But there was something that made them quiet down,

[The Transcendent Being, the Great Golden Goblin Lord Macherti, reprimands your unseemly behavior to the man he is watching].

Those were the words of Macherti, the Supreme Lord of the Golden Goblins.

“A human who has the attention of Lord Macherti. You deserve to be treated well!”

“I apologize for not knowing. I will do my best!”

It is said that the Boss is the most terrifying force.

The five golden goblins pulled out their pickaxes from the sacks they were carrying and went to work mining.

Needless to say, Sung-hyuk isn’t about to let their existence be overlooked.

“Why don’t you quench your thirst with this before you guys start working?”

“Oh, are we having something to eat? Thank you, human.”

“You’re a good employer, giving me something to eat.”

“Sweet, sweet, it’s deliciously warm honey tea!”

Honey Tea, Sung-hyuk’s specialty honey processed product, served to the workers.

However, nothing is free in this world.

Sung-hyuk takes out the bee stinger from his pocket to extract as much as he has given them.

“Okay, first of all, please step over here in an orderly fashion.”

“……Huh? Humans, we hate needles, eek!”

“Keeeeeeek!”

Five additional victims, following the residents.

A smile spreads across Sung-hyuk’s face as he rejoices in the accomplishment of obtaining new test subjects.

* * *

Just as he’s spreading the knowledge of the benefits of bee acupuncture to the entire farm.

Sung-hyuk travels to the space where the dimensional tunnel has been set up.

“How are you doing, Sung-hyuk?”

“You’ve come at just the right time, Sung-hyuk. I’ve just finished building a new structure with the lumber you gave me and the minerals the Golden Goblins brought in. What do you think? Is it good?”

The two couples greeted him as if they had been expecting his arrival.

Seokchul, in particular, bursts out with a hearty laugh as he approaches Sung-hyuk, as though he can’t wait to show off.

“Ooh….”

And as the building features appeared in front of him, Sung-hyuk understood why Seok-chul was so excited.

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[Solid Peridot Plywood Beeswax Barn (★★★+)]

* Category: Building

* Safe Barn of the Steadfast applies to allies and entities within the building.

※ Safe Barn of the Steadfast: A safe structure that stabilizes the minds and bodies of the livestock housed within. Increases the rate at which livestock reach adulthood and the production cycle of byproducts by 20%.

* As a bonus effect of the loss of the Guardian’s keyword, the durability and defense of the barn is further increased.

* Housing Capacity: 35 / 405(+45)

* Health: 28,500(+10,500)

* Defense: 220(+70) Resistance: 110(+35)

* Durability: 1,150 / 1,150(+250)

* Description: A ★★★+-grade peridot plywood beeswax barn engraved with the keyword Steadfast. It is a structure made up of peridot plywood and other high minerals, and its durability is greatly enhanced due to the rubidot beeswax which prevents it from corroding easily. The energy from the harmony of the Peridot and the minerals puts the housed livestock at ease.

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A stunning new barn, following on the heels of the greenhouse and warehouse.

The materials were certainly available, but it’s a testament to the sheer excellence of the raw talent and skill of Seokchul that he was able to construct such a structure in such a short time.

“I think it’s pretty good.”

“Hehehe, you have good eyes, Sung-hyuk.”

Seokchul’s appearance was on the verge of ascending due to his shoulders rising to the level of his head.

It may seem rude to say that to an elderly person, but somehow it’s actually rather charming.

“Oh, this is not the time for this. Appearances are deceiving. Come and have a look.”

The reason for building this particular structure.

Needless to say, it’s because of the livestock acquired through the recent auction.

Of course, the livestock were not purchased by Sung-hyuk.

“Buying and eating pork all the time is a major drain on our coins, and most of my job specialties are good for raising livestock in addition to farming and cooking, so I thought I’d try raising them myself.”

In addition to cooking and farming, Yeon Soo-hee also specializes in raising livestock.

It’s a worthwhile endeavor that she has taken upon herself in order to be able to cook a wider range of dishes.

*Cheep!* *Cheep!*

*Oink!*

The chicks are running around flaunting their yellow feathers because they have just started to fully grow, and the pigs are exploring their surroundings with their snouts.

Sung-hyuk’s mood is instantly elevated when he sees the various livestock growing in the fairly large barn, divided by fences that were thoughtfully constructed to prevent any friction.

So does Soo-hee, who makes incredible meals with her hands.

Now that she has so many new food sources, she can’t help but look forward to her future cooking.

But then, at one point.

“Um, how come that cow is already an adult?”

Sung-hyuk couldn’t help but wonder as he looked around the barn.

*Moooooo!!*

While most of the livestock in the barn are still in the process of maturing, there’s one cow that’s drinking from the trough that’s all full-grown.

In addition to having such pure eyes and being an adult, there’s something special about the cow, and when he asks her about it, Yeon Soo-hee laughs as if she’s been caught.

“I was going to let you know when I get milk later. As expected, Sung-hyuk is very sharp. I got permission in advance, so I’ll share the effect with you.”

She said that she had been given permission.

Sung-hyuk quickly realized who was involved with the cow being discussed.

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[Prefion’s Dairy Cow (Divine)] – Incarnation Exclusive Livestock

※ This animal is heavily imbued with Transcendent Divine Fragments ( significantly enhanced beyond those of normal livestock).

※ If the soul of the incarnation is permanently killed, the animal will be forfeited.

* Growth Rate: 0%

* Current Milk Production: 2.522%.

* Possessed Skills : Rumination (Lv.3), Prefion’s Milk (Lv.2), Wrath of Abundance (Lv.1)

* Health : 3,350(+750) Mana : 2,200(+300)

* Attack Power: 130(+25) Defense: 150(+30) Resistance: 135(+25)

* Description : A ?-ranked livestock that was personally raised by the Transcendent Being, Prefion, the Goddess of Abundance. Due to the large amount of divine fragments, it has been upgraded to the status of a Divine Livestock. It obeys only the words of Prefion’s incarnation, produces Prefion’s milk of the highest quality, and unleashes the Wrath of Abundance upon those who become its enemies.

※ This animal has an owner. Its stats and produce are adjusted according to its owner’s level.

[Prefion’s Milk (Lv.2)]

* Category: Skill

* Mana Cost: 0

* Effect (Passive): The harvested milk is imbued with the Power of Prefion, Goddess of Abundance.

* Description: You will be able to get high-quality milk. As the level increases, you will get a higher quality and quantity of milk.

[Wrath of Abundance (Lv.1)]

* Category: Skill

* Mana Cost: 2,000

* Effect (Active): Increases both Health and Attack for 10 minutes, and significantly increases the stats of other defensive abilities. However, due to the effects of unleashing a raging wrath, milk production will not be possible for 6 Hours after the end of this ability’s duration.(Cooldown 24 Hours)

* Description: Unleashes a wrathful rage in the name of Prefion, Goddess of Abundance. As the level increases, the effect is strengthened for a longer period of time, and the effect of penalty is weakened.

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“……Isn’t it huge?”

It’s more than just a cow, it’s a monster cow that’s currently the strongest fighting member of Sung-hyuk’s farm, with stats equivalent to two TunTun.

There’s even a skill called ‘Wrath of Abundance’ that can increase those stats significantly.

“Can you get more than just cows?”

“She said that there is, but there’s a limit to what she can do for us at the moment. She mentioned that she barely managed to squeeze it in because it’s an Incarnation Item.”

“Is that so?”

Well, Sung-hyuk had already inferred to some extent that there were limits to a transcendent’s intervention in the world.

From his standpoint, he’s already grateful for the cow.

But this wasn’t the end of Sung-hyuk’s surprise.

[Special Situation, You have fulfilled the conditions for opening a Land Flowing with Milk and Honey -> Own ★★★+ ranked cows and bees]

“Oh my god!”

“…..!”

The discovery of an unexpected hidden piece.

For a moment, he wonders just how many different kinds of hidden pieces are concealed in the world.

[Transcendent Being, Prefion, Goddess of Abundance, smiles warmly].

To that secret, Prefion merely smiles in response.