Comprehensive Manga: The Master is not here today.

"That's it."

Kabul did not comment on Fujimaru Ritsuka's answer, but naturally changed the subject and said:

"Do you know what a maze is?"

"Um……"

The mazes in this world are divided into two types: [Natural mazes] and [Artificial mazes]. In essence, both are abnormal environments created by a location connected to an alternate dimension and transformed by the magic that seeps in from that alternate dimension. The difference between the two lies in whether there is human interference or not.

The Golden Kingdom maze they are in now is a typical [artificial maze]. Its most notable feature is that there is often a [maze master] in an [artificial maze] who can freely design and modify the rules of the maze and has the highest authority in the maze.

The situation in the [Natural Maze] is much simpler. It can be regarded as a magic-rich area that suddenly appears. There is no rule like "you can be resurrected even after death" in it.

Therefore, when people talk about mazes, they usually refer to artificial mazes.

This is the information about the maze that Fujimaru Ritsuka and the others learned, but judging from what Kabul said, the other party probably doesn't want to ask them such basic knowledge.

So, Fujimaru Ritsuka shook his head again. Seeing this, Kabul asked himself and answered:

"There is no doubt that the maze is a disaster to this world!"

He made a decisive conclusion and his eyes became serious.

Because the race, thoughts, personality... and so on of each [Maze Lord] are different, it stands to reason that the situation in the maze should also show a variety of trends.

However, the reality is that all the mazes have surprising commonalities, including the appearance of large amounts of gold and silver treasures, magic that allows resurrection after death, and various rare monsters... without exception, they seem to be attracting people to come and explore.

Then, with the continuous influx of adventurers, a large amount of treasure was discovered, and the surrounding areas began to prosper, which further attracted more people to explore. This is the current situation of the island.

Kabul paused for a moment, then said in a deep voice:

“If everything ended here, it might be wonderful, but it’s not.”

Although maze researchers have not yet figured out the reasons, a large number of examples show that mazes can also grow, and as the number of adventurers increases, the power of the maze will become stronger and stronger.

When the population inside and around the maze reaches its peak, the power accumulated in the maze will completely erupt. Powerful monsters that originally only lived deep in the maze will suddenly begin to multiply crazily, come all the way to the shallow areas, and eventually rush out of the maze, slaughtering all life on the ground!

"Eh?"

Ritsuka Fujimaru and Mashu were a little surprised. They didn't expect that the maze in this world would have such a dangerous side.

However, Mashu was a little confused:

"But why do the maze masters all do this without any prior agreement?"

"do not know."

Kabul shook his head and continued:

"But what is certain is that the state of this maze has become increasingly dangerous. No one knows when the disaster will strike."

Fujimaru Ritsuka said:

"If we seal off the maze now, can we prevent the disaster from happening?"

"Maybe, but it's hard to do."

In the six years since the maze was discovered, countless people have become rich overnight, the village has become extremely prosperous, and even the port leading here has developed as a result. Compared to the disaster that may break out at any time, people obviously care more about the immediate practical benefits and are obsessed with them and unwilling to let go.

Not only that, since the period from the discovery of the maze to the outbreak of a disaster is as long as several years or even decades, and it is difficult for there to be survivors after the disaster breaks out, not many people have witnessed the arrival of a disaster with their own eyes. Many people don't even believe that any disaster will break out, and think it is just a rumor spread by vested interests.

"In that case, indeed..."

Fujimaru Ritsuka scratched his cheek and also felt that the situation was a bit difficult.

"But besides this, there is actually another way - that is to defeat the [Master of the Labyrinth]."

At this point, Kabul introduced himself again:

"I am a survivor of one of the maze disasters, so I know how dangerous the maze is."

"My team and I are currently exploring the maze with the goal of defeating the mad magician. We all hope to prevent this disaster from happening."

"I see."

The two of them suddenly realized, and after hearing that the disaster could be prevented by defeating the crazy magician, Fujimaru Ritsuka also felt relieved and had one more reason to meet him.

……

...

After explaining the situation of the maze to the other party, Kabul didn't say anything more and just left with the team.

"Kabul talks a lot today."

On the way back, Bellmick put his hands behind his head and said teasingly:

"However, you showed such genuine affection to them just now, I thought you would invite them to join our team."

Dai Ya smiled and said:

"If it's them, I agree."

Not only her, but other members also agreed.

Although none of them had seen it with their own eyes on Fujimaru Ritsuka and Mashu, their ability to move around the fourth underground floor so easily naturally meant that their strength was beyond doubt.

Not only that, the other party helped them twice in a row, and even wanted to share some supplies with them before leaving. There was no arrogance in the conversation. No one would dislike such a kind and friendly person.

Then, Holm said helplessly:

"But since they are so powerful, even if we want to recruit them, they probably won't agree, right?"

"You can't say that,"

Kabul smiled and said:

“No matter how great a person is, there are things they are not good at. That’s the meaning of teamwork.”

Bellmick laughed and said:

"I know that. Just like you are very good at dealing with humans and humanoid monsters, but you are completely helpless against other monsters."

"Yes."

Kabul smiled helplessly:

“That’s why I need your help even more.”

Hearing this, everyone smiled knowingly, and then Lin Xia asked:

"In that case, why didn't you tell them just now?"

"Of course it's because the timing is wrong."

They had just experienced two group wipes, and were rescued by the other side both times. In that situation, if they asked the other side to invite them, they would only be rejected no matter how they thought about it.

Kabul smiled and said:

"So I just want to leave a good impression on them first, and when they experience failure and return to the ground to recruit teammates, they will think of us first."

"It just so happens that we have agreed to treat them to a meal before, so we can invite them when the time comes, and there shouldn't be any problem."

"It's terrible, how can this person's mind be full of calculations--!"

Bellmick trembled and hugged Xiao Hei, pretending to be very scared. Lin Xia also sighed and said:

"It's a bit disgusting to think that this guy has this kind of thing in his head."

But in fact, they have actually gotten used to it. Although the other party is indeed very cunning, he is actually a pretty good person and never hides his situation in front of them, so they choose to follow him and support him in defeating the crazy magician and obtaining everything in the maze.

Kabul didn't care about his companions' comments at all and said with a smile:

"Anyway, let's get back to the ground."