Chapter 1553 – 35. The Reality of Base and Vulgar Desires

Humankind needs goods to survive and make a living.

And the most basic way to obtain these items is production.

However, from a realistic perspective, production had clear limits.

This is because it is not possible to produce all the wide range of goods needed for self-sufficiency with limited labor.

That is why transactions occur.

Through trade, surplus production is supplied to consumers and each person gets what they need in return, thereby increasing each person’s utility.

An inn that provides warm beds and receives compensation

A restaurant that receives compensation for serving meals

A pastoralist who raises livestock and sells by-products

A mercenary who sells military power and receives compensation

Everyone is doing their own thing.

In some ways, it would not be an exaggeration to say that this world is made up of transactions and transactions

If the concept of transaction did not exist, the world would be no different from chaos

And among these numerous transactions, there are those that are prohibited by positive law on the grounds that they are against economic order or public morals.

Illegal mining of ore or salt

Stolen goods taken through theft, robbery, fraud, embezzlement, etc.

The government directly imposes strong sanctions on transactions involving goods that violate the law.

If the rights of producers are not actively protected, there is a risk of the entire country collapsing.

However, despite such strong sanctions, illegal transactions are still carried out in secret.

No matter how strong the sanctions are,

Large-scale repression by the state

In the face of human desire for money, all we could do was hope for light

That’s why no one can deny it.

The black market, where all kinds of illegal transactions take place, is the place where human desires are most clearly revealed

“The Black Market is the largest of the numerous black markets that exist on the continent of Panthesia. It is no exaggeration to say that it is a collection of the dirtiest and most obscene desires.”

Agnes continued speaking in a calm tone.

“It’s a collection of dirty and obscene desires… What kind of deal was made that makes you say that?”

Seon-woo asked back with an expression of ignorance.

“It’s a place where things that are so dirty and horrible that you can’t even speak of them are traded.”

Agnes opened her mouth in a disgusted tone.

The range of items traded was wide, but one thing could be said for sure.

Those things that are dirty and terrible to even speak of are being traded.

“…Things so dirty and horrible that they can’t be put into words…”

It was a word that stimulated an unpleasant imagination.

How terrible is it that we are reluctant to even talk about it?

“…Would you believe me if I sold dead bodies based on their maturity?”

“You’re considering maturity?”

“Yes, they sell corpses by dividing them into hours based on how long it has been since they became a corpse… Corpses that have been dead for an hour, corpses that have been dead for two hours… Something like that.”

“…They’re crazy guys.”

In order to do something like that, you have to cut people down by the hour and kill them at that time.

Human beings are being slaughtered and sold like animals.

How can something not be cursed?

“This is just the tip of the iceberg… It’s full of even more dirty and terrible things… To arouse the excitement, goblins have people who tie them up tightly and force orcs to rape a kidnapped woman. Like making something. ..” “

“It’s a place full of beast-like bastards dressed as humans.”

“That’s right, they’re not humans. Humans wouldn’t be able to do that.”

Agnes shook her head in agreement.

“I have a question, Agnes.”

“Please speak, Seonwoo.”

“Why are you leaving this place full of people who don’t look like that type of person?”

I heard that the black market is the largest of the black markets.

So I couldn’t help but wonder.

Until we increase the size like that

How can you say you just watched?

“It’s not like we just sat back and did nothing… We were always watching and tracking, and with the help of insiders, we attacked the scene and recovered stolen goods several times.”

“But what’s the problem?”

“…We caught the people involved…But they were all just low-level people…And the big players had already run away even before they attacked.”

“It means you didn’t get the important point.”

…That’s right.”

Agnes obediently admitted with a sullen expression.

Although he attacked the black market several times, he never caught a major figure.

Everyone left the scene leisurely, as if they knew in advance that they would attack.

“I understand why the black market was able to grow so large.”

In the case of a group of criminals

Grabbing the tail and body didn’t change anything.

If you don’t hold onto your head, it could come back again and again

“Then I have one more question for you, Agnes.”

“Please speak, Seonwoo”

“If I go to that place called Black Market, can I see elves?”

“…There is a possibility…But I don’t think I can give you a definite answer…There is a lot of demand for the elf race, but since they are so closed, supply is not smooth …”

“In the end, you won’t know until you see it for yourself.”

“Yes, we received information about the location, but… We don’t know anything about the item.”

“Okay, then I guess I have no choice but to go and see for myself.”

“Black market?!”

“Ah, I have to meet the elf.”

“…I’m not sure if there will be elves or not…Is there any need to go?”

“I can’t help it. From this point of view, I feel like grasping at straws.”

It was annoying, but I couldn’t help it.

Unless it was a black market, there was no way to meet an elf

“So tell me, how can I enter the black market?”

“The black market is…”

In response to that question, Agnes began to explain quietly.

Sunwoo listened intently to what he said, his eyes sparkling.

As if I won’t forget a single word

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A small city in the north that was ruined by a fierce battle with monsters

Areloi

A carriage appeared in a place where no one lived anymore.

Passing through the half-collapsed castle gate

Passing through a mess of roads

Passing through the ruined village

Drop

Soon, the carriage came to a complete stop in front of the central government building, which was still intact.

Pot

The white-haired coachman driving the carriage raised a red flag high.

Then hold the yellow flag for exactly three seconds

Finally, the blue flags were raised sequentially.

How long was the flag raised like that?

Wooooo

The floor began to vibrate with a strange sound.

Swish

The coachman started, quickly looked down.

I could see it at that moment.

The image of the land slowly sinking around the carriage

Sparkle

Seonwoo, the white-haired coachman, was looking at the floor, his eyes sparkling.

I felt like I had come to the right place.

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How far underground did it go?

Kuung

Soon the carriage came to a halt in the basement, where not a single ray of light entered.

It no longer descends.

‘Has it stopped?’

I slowly looked around her, but all I could see was darkness

Even the outline was not clearly visible.

‘…I guess I’ll turn on the lights soon.’

I reached out my hand and took out a mask in the shape of a wolf.

Then it was immediately inserted into the face.

Pot Pot Pot Pot

Accordingly, the lights turned on and began to brightly illuminate the basement, where not a single ray of light had entered.

And at that moment, Sunwoo could see.

A very suspicious being wearing a black mask darker than pitch black

‘..Quite strong.’

Even at a rough estimate, it seemed to be at the level of the Knights of the Holy Ten.

It was quite surprising.

The power of a mere black market manager is comparable to that of a paladin who shakes the continent.

‘It’s not easy.’

I felt like I needed to revise the internal evaluation.

From a shabby place to a less shabby place

The car that was thinking so nonsense

“What is your business?”

A dry voice pierced my ears.

“What would you come to the black market for? Come buy something.”

He opened his mouth as if asking something obvious.

“What is the token?”

Whiik

As soon as he finished speaking, Seonwoo threw a small card he had in his arms towards the masked man.

“…I’m sure.”

The masked man who checked the card nodded his head in agreement.

There was a clear invitation card proving that you were a guest of the Black Market.

There is no doubt.

“The invitation is for two people. Is there anyone with you?”

“Ah, come out”

Seonwoo looked towards the carriage and opened his mouth.

Wow!

Then the side door of the carriage slowly began to open.

Then a woman in a red dress with her fox mask began to reveal herself.

“Did you call me?”

The woman opened her mouth with an alluring smile.

“It’s nothing special, this friend asked me to check on you.”

“Oh, really?”

Whirling

At those words, the woman laughed and spun around in her place.

The dress skirt fluttered, creating a picture-like scene.

“What do you think? Have you confirmed it sufficiently?”

“…Enough.”

“Then girl, let’s go in~ Let’s talk~”

The woman went inside with her playful and childish expression on her face.

“Now that we’ve sufficiently confirmed your identity, why don’t you guide us slowly?”

Seonwoo, the man wearing the wolf mask, spoke calmly.

“To the black market.”

And her deep and serene eyes twinkled.

“..I will guide you.”

Nodding

The masked person bowed her waist in a more polite manner.

Then he raised her body and slowly walked inside her

Seonwoo drove his carriage and began to slowly follow behind him.

She had a smile full of interest

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How long did you drive the carriage like that?

“You have to walk from here.”

The masked man’s blunt voice penetrated my ears.

“Ah, let’s do that.”

Seonwoo immediately stopped the carriage.

Squeak

“Has it already arrived?”

At the same time, the carriage door opened and a mysterious woman wearing a fox mask appeared.

“No, they said you have to walk here.”

“This place lacks consideration for ladies… They encourage people to walk in dresses.”

The woman came down from her carriage with a dissatisfied expression.

And together with Seonwoo, he started following the masked man.

How far did you move like that?

Drop

The masked person ahead soon completely stopped walking.

Dead end

The road is completely cut off.

‘…Could it be…Caught?’

‘Intentionally baited?’

The two people looked nervous.

This was because there was a suspicion that it might have been intentionally led to a dead end.

Coo coo coo coo coo coo coo

Kugugung

But it didn’t take long to realize that the suspicion was useless.

This was because when the masked man pressed down on several protruding pieces of stone, the wall cracked and the inside was gradually revealed.

“The corpse of the daughter of a fallen countess who has never gone through any hardships is only 99 gold! 99 gold! A premium corpse with even the hymen confirmed! Take it at a reasonable price!”

“We sell human pies! We are a company that specializes in soft and soft pies! If you trust us, we will give you the best taste!”

“Slaughter! Human slaughter! If you want to watch the extraordinary performance of a torture expert, please gather in the center! Today’s guest is a special 19-year-old virgin! You can even check her her her hymen her her of if you want!”

Haha, we sell clothes made from human skin! From shoes to hats, jackets, and wallets, we have it all! It’s made from old, old man’s skin, so it’s extremely tough!”

“This is the Ameles Necklace, a holy relic of the Asherin Republic! It is said to give its owner eternal youth! If you buy it now, we will match the price for 4,000 gold!”

“A vicious demonic sword created by gathering the essence of the cold land, the ice continent! ​ A top-level cold sword that creates winter just by touching it… No, just by being next to it! I’m selling the frost soul! There’s no other chance than now! 300 million gold alone Seize this golden opportunity! Now you too can become a great ruler!”

“How old do you have to be able to fully handle a goblin? We’ve all had this question! But it wouldn’t have been possible to conduct an experiment, so we had no choice but to leave curiosity as curiosity! For those of you who are like that, I, the merchant of death, Potura, have prepared it! Humans vs. Goblins!!! Humans aged 0 to 17 will sequentially face off against goblins! Bet your money and guess who is the winner !”

And I was able to face it.

The reality of base and vulgar desires