The party made their way back south after filling the Holy Chalice of Blood, where the titans enthusiastically welcomed them.

Mayor Kaldo grabbed Kang Yoon-Soo’s hands tightly, shaking them excitedly and exclaiming, “So you were really the prophesied savior! I apologize for suspecting you. The news of you taking care of the Frenzied Ones, which were a thorn in our side, has already spread all over! I would like nothing more than to immediately bring out all of the alcohol we have in our stores to welcome your return, but all of the alcohol in our cities has disappeared.”

“I humbly thank you for extending the territory of the titans underground. It will be a great honor for us titans if you, our savior, decide to become the lord of the northern area,” Kaldo said, in a way that did not fit his previous demeanor.

[You have been offered the opportunity to rule over the northern area.]

[You will have the right to employ different kinds of titans if you accept the offer.]

[The lord of an underground territory will instantly learn new skills to control mud and earth.]

[You will also be able to hire titan explorers to hunt for hidden treasures buried underground and collect them as your own.]

[The titans have acknowledged the vital role you have played in expanding their territory.]

[Titans living in your territory will have their loyalty maxed out from the beginning.]

It was an amazing offer. Owning a territory would bring in regular income, and a lord had the authority to mobilize their citizens as troops to fight for them. In addition, being the lord of an underground territory came with numerous perks that boosted one’s combat ability.

However, Kang Yoon-Soo, who had regressed...