Episode 92

Seong Kwon, Joon-Hyeok Jung.

Kang Tae-min ruminated on his memories.

‘Among the five major guild leaders, not much was known about it.’

To be precise, the expression that there is not much to be known was correct.

Jung Joon-hyeok was a combat maniac who always wandered around the battlefield, and when there was no battle, he was an oddball who only focused on self-discipline.

‘It wasn’t like holding on to anyone and fighting.’

What Jung Joon-hyeok was looking for was a stronger opponent. The creation of the guild was not his will, but it was like a footprint left by his steps.

‘The birth of a guild called Surado wasn’t ordinary either.’

Jung Joon-hyeok visited famous guilds and acted as a so-called ‘breaking the seal’, and although he was defeated, the inspired hunters followed.

Also, he didn’t mind going through dangerous dungeons, and even if it had nothing to do with his intentions, people who received grace stayed by his side and formed a guild.

‘Thanks to that, Jung Joon-hyeok is actually more like a mascot than a guild leader.’

Jung Jun-hyeok did not reject the people gathered around him.

Creating guilds and assigning gates and responding to dungeon breaks became easier, which meant easier access to the battlefield.

‘People thought Kwon Seong was a self-denying addict.’

Self-denial, going beyond oneself.

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Like the adrenaline addiction that some athletes experience, Jung Jun-hyeok has felt alive by throwing himself into danger and overcoming it.

‘That’s why I didn’t have a lot of ties.’

He was far from a villain. Like Park Hyeon-ah, she fulfilled her own desires, but her actions helped society.

However, when the name of Iron Judgment became a hot topic, Jung Jun-hyeok pursued him.

And Kang Tae-min was defeated.

‘At that time, I lost on purpose.’

Jung Joon-hyeok constantly challenged himself until he surpassed the opponent who defeated him. Since his obsession with self-denial was so famous, Kang Tae-min was able to narrowly lose to Jung Jun-hyeok.

‘And I’m sure that’s why he found me this time.’

Kang Tae-min looked at Jung Joon-hyuk. I could see the anticipation and longing in his eyes.

It is to gauge how much skill this man will show.

“Jung Joon-hyuk.”

Did you like it?

Jung Joon-hyeok smiled, showing his teeth, and was greeted by Kang Tae-min.

“A one-man attack, and there really isn’t a single wound.”

he was happy

When I received the news, I was skeptical, but when I saw it in person, I was thrilled. I wanted to quickly check this man’s skills.

Jung Joon-hyeok was not a person who put too much importance on form.

“I’d like to have a fight, is that okay?”

“Ah… You are still the same.”

Rosalyn, who had been listening, rolled her eyes with a disgusted expression. Then, he glanced at Kang Tae-min.

Fortunately, Kang Tae-min’s expression was calm.

“It is not okay.”

But his answer was only in a calm voice.

“… what?”

“Mr. Kang?”

The two eyes reacted differently. Jung Jun-hyeok’s eyes narrowed, and Rosalyn’s eyes widened.

“I came out after seeing the principal’s face.”

Taemin Kang glanced at Rosalyn and then looked at him.

“What will I gain by fighting?”

“I’ll give you whatever you want for money.”

“It’s not a very needy situation.”

“… So what do you want? give anything I don’t want to waste my time on a bargain like this.”

Jung Joon-hyeok frowned slightly and crossed his arms. To him, time was more valuable than billions of dollars.

It was a greater joy for him to save this time and devote it to training and battle.

“then… .”

Kang Tae-min pretended to be worried for a moment and looked away. He had already thought about Jung Jun-hyeok when he found him, but it was meant to make him impatient.

“Please speak comfortably. There is nothing more important to me than fighting the strong.”

“great. Then, I will take Jung Jun-hyeok’s time.”

“… hour?”

“Mr. Kang, what are you talking about?”

Rosalyn’s eyes lit up with curiosity. His gaze was filled with anticipation as to what else this teacher was going to do.

“Principal, isn’t there a ‘World Youth Championship’ scheduled for the end of the year?”

“I see…” ?”

The Youth Hunter Championship was a domestic competition. And the winner of the domestic competition naturally becomes the representative of the world competition.

In other words, the three winners of this competition, Lee Noah, Ko Min-soo, and Pyo Su-ho, were scheduled to participate as representatives.

Coincidentally, when Pyo Soo-ho applied for an exchange student, they all belonged to a special class.

“I thought it would be nice if Jung Joon-hyeok could give some lessons to my students.”

“… I am not raising disciples.”

In response, Jung Jun-hyeok frowned. Taemin Kang shook his head.

“That’s why I said I would take my time. Well, six hours for a round of sparring should be fine.”

“Go, Mr. Kang… !?”

Rosalyn opened her mouth wide at those words. Doesn’t that mean you’re going to use Kwon Seong as a part-time instructor?

“Huh, it’s been a long time since I’ve been treated like this.”

Before she could say anything more, Jung Jun-hyeok let out a laugh.

“Did you know that I won’t ask for sparring again against opponents who have been defeated by me?”

“That’s what I mean.”

Taemin Kang felt the energy pressuring his whole body. It was clear that Jung Joon-hyeok secretly emitted mana.

“I heard that you sparr with the winning opponent until you win again.”

Along with the answer, Jung Jun-hyeok’s eyes changed completely. I laughed heartily with him.

“Oh, excuse me. No one came out like this in the first meeting, but I’m looking forward to it more and more.”

“then?”

“Of course you do. Come this way!”

* * *

Association Headquarters, Conference Room.

Johanna lightly waved her hand and magically materialized an image in the center.

“The prototype looks like this. Since the matter is urgent, improving efficiency is a bit difficult, and since we focused only on performance, we will need a lot of mana solution.”

“What is it, it looks like a machine-like germ.”

“Are you talking about bacteriophages?”

“Yeah, that’s right. That was the name.”

When Ju Taiji looked at the detection device and commented, Pyo Jihoon, who was next to him, responded.

“Yes, in any case, I would like to express my deepest gratitude to Johanna, who spared no effort in research.”

Bae Seung-joo intervened and drew attention.

“We have gathered all of you to adjust the schedule prior to this pilot operation. I would like to ask for your cooperation as I do not know what kind of unexpected situation may arise.”

At those words, Hwang Ye-ri clenched her chin and opened her mouth with a sour expression.

“Am I in quarantine? Why did you call me?”

“Yes, ‘Goongsin’ is in quarantine. But wouldn’t it matter as long as you don’t get caught?”

“… Camouflage and help?”

“Yes. Hwang Ye-ri’s ability can also be used for sniping. If you can support us from a distance, there will be no problem.”

“Okay, then give me one pass instead.”

“A pass to go out?”

“… The due date is coming soon. I’ll have to go out that day.”

At those words, Pyo Ji-hoon’s expression stiffened, but Johanna leisurely lit her pipe.

Bae Seung-joo, not knowing what was going on, rolled his eyes for a moment and then nodded.

“Yes, good. Of course, I will attach surveillance.”

“doesn’t care.”

“Keuheum, but did Kwon Seong not come again?”

Pyo Ji-hoon cleared his throat and changed the subject. This time, Kwon Seong was absent.

“I heard that you came out of the same gate you entered.”

“Yes, so I contacted you, but… .”

When Ju Tae-ji answered, Bae Seung-joo stroked the back of his neck with a shy face.

“They refused because they had prior arrangements.”

“Tsuttuk… Bonama, but again, that temperament is dojingeroguman. It would be nice to pour some of that enthusiasm into society.”

“Are you upset because you lost in the last tournament?”

When Ju Taiji said in a disapproving tone, Johanna spit out smoke and asked.

“what! What do you think of me?!”

“I think you are a little sensitive.”

“To be honest, I have more wins. Kwon-seong, although his skills are difficult, he is not an opponent that cannot be defeated.”

“But in the end, whoever wins last is the winner, right?”

“It also proves that I have developed as well. Doesn’t Kwon Seong’s ability benefit the stronger the opponent is?”

Ju Taiji stroked his beard and shook his head.

“And even if you win, he’ll keep bothering you, so losing isn’t all that bad.”

“You are right. We talked about it for a while, but I will ask Kwon-seong again the same day when my schedule is confirmed.”

Bae Seung-ju hurriedly put it back before the story fell into Samcheonpo.

“First of all, the location for the pilot operation was decided around here, at the headquarters. I guess that would be the safest.”

“Well, it sure will be easy to deal with.”

Bae Seung-joo’s voice became more powerful with Pyo Ji-hoon’s acceptance.

“Yes, that’s right. And… .”

Bae Seung-joo glanced at the four people gathered and concluded his speech.

“Because if there is a mutant in the headquarters, we will be able to identify it.”

* * *

Jung Joon-hyeok calmed down.

“I see, I guess I’m capable enough to say it out loud.”

He always uses a best-of-three system when dealing with opponents.

The first match was a competition of pure skill without the use of ability. This was to gauge his opponent’s level.

‘The senses are sharp. He has a lot of experience and his ability as a hunter is superior.’

As a result, the first match ended with Kang Tae-min’s victory. It was because Jung Joon-hyeok showed a defensive attitude and searched for Kang Tae-min.

“Do you need a break?”

“I am okay.”

In response, Jung Jun-hyeok smiled. Kang Tae-min didn’t shed a single drop of sweat, and neither did he.

‘It’s real from now on.’

Jung Joon-hyeok couldn’t hide his expectations. It felt like every cell in my body had just woken up.

‘To what extent… !’

His awakened ability, ‘Energy Resonance’.

Befitting the meaning of resonance, Jung Jun-hyeok was able to radiate the same amount of mana as the mana contained in the attack that was applied to him.

Although it was temporary, the stronger the opponent, the stronger he was able to demonstrate his strength.

Depending on the characteristics of these abilities, Jung Jun-hyeok has decided whether or not to use them depending on the opponent.

There was no need to use abilities against the weak, and it was possible to fight on an equal footing with the strong.

‘Now, show me.’

He stood on stage again and wrapped the aura all over his body. As the second match was a genuine sword match where mana could be used, he too thought to do his best.

‘come… !’

As soon as they were placed in designated places and a mana barrier was formed, Kang Tae-min’s new form became blurred.

Jung Jun-hyeok’s five senses immediately followed him, and a metal club fell towards him.

At the same time as defending, he manifested his ability.

‘A truly amazing amount of mana… !’

It feels like he has become a tuning fork himself. The mana in his whole body hummed and began to match the amount of mana that Kang Tae-min was expressing.

Jung Joon-hyeok admired as he felt the mana rising through his body. The amount, of course, and the speed of filling were incomparable to the previous one.

‘This is equivalent to the 5 guild leaders… .’

Jung Joon-hyeok, who was so admiring and trying to counterattack using the resonant mana, felt terrified at the moment.

‘… Doesn’t the resonance end?’

It was strange.

He had long since surpassed the maximum he had ever felt. Still, the resonance did not end.

‘this!’

Jung Joon-hyeok had no experience moving while emitting this much mana.

It felt like my body didn’t belong to me. It was a level I had never experienced in my entire life.

He could not easily handle the exploding mana.

‘How on earth is the interest… !?’

That short gap was enough to decide the difference between victory and defeat. A flash of metallic light covered his vision.

His vision flipped dizzy with a loud bang. My mind went blank from the intense shock.

“Hey… !”

A moan that I did not know when I saw it burst out. But the attacks did not stop there.

Explosive sounds erupted from all sides as if they had fallen into a bombardment zone. If he hadn’t covered his entire body with an aura, it would have been so powerful that he would have died.

That didn’t mean he was fine.

“Knock… !”

He let out a low moan and rolled his eyes. Kang Tae-min then stopped the etiquette injector he was about to hit.

‘It’s about 9 minutes and 39 seconds from start to finish.’

He lightly untied his hands and shook his head.

‘It’s a business that can be done in 6 hours by investing 10 minutes.’

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