The Crazy Villain Regains His Sanity - Chapter 13

Episode 13

“Wow… Wow! “This is really…”

Lee Se-hee, who took my heart as if she had stolen it, kept bursting out in exclamation when she saw it.

Is she, the leader of the Holy Guild, something to admire? Honestly, I don’t know.

The reason I was able to process the hearts of monsters was thanks to a villain called Heartworker. Heartwalker, a former craftsman, had outstanding processing skills and through this he earned an astronomical amount of money.

However, supplying those items to a villain organization became a problem. As monster hearts of level 5 and higher are registered under state control, the identity of Heartwalker surfaced when villains committed crimes using various stolen objects.

Heartwalker, who was being chased, taught me techniques and asked for protection. I remember that before he died, he was confident that his skills were the best in the world.

Anyway, judging by Lee Se-hee’s reaction, I think my skills are quite useful.

“after! I enjoyed it. This is really great stuff. “You want to sell this to me?”

“It’s a facilitation fee for Shinseong Hospital.”

“no! That’s not possible! That’s extra. You have to pay a fair price for something like this. “Useless greed brings anger.”

“If that’s the case.”

“I only know that it is a great item in my eyes, but it is difficult to measure its exact value. First, I will contact you after measuring the exact price. may I?”

“I do not care.”

What Lee Se-hee offered to take care of was nothing more than extra income for me. She pulled her eyebrows together, as if she didn’t like my answer.

“Deal shouldn’t be done that way. How many scammers are there in the world? “It turned out to be a mistake… Oh no.”

I hesitate to speak and glance at my hands.

Did you ever think that I would at least smash the head of the person I scammed?

I might have done that when I was crazy, but I don’t do that when I’m sane.

hmm.

To be honest, I never thought I would get scammed. I’ve never experienced it before. Does that make you feel very bad? I do not know yet.

Regardless of my thoughts, we were able to conclude an agreement with Lee Se-hee’s cool deal.

“And I want to ask you one thing.”

“What is it?”

“Don’t tell Dahyun that I came.”

“···I had no intention of talking about it from the beginning. It is natural to keep customer information that brings benefit to our company a secret. however.”

Lee Se-hee’s eyes toward me became bright.

“Do you feel a bit jealous of Dahyun taking care of her like this? “My head almost exploded.”

“It didn’t explode.”

“So I’m still breathing here.”

“I don’t do business with anyone. “Only do business with people you can trust.”

“That’s quite a compliment.”

His expression relaxed like a ghost, as if he had never done that before. My ears seemed a little red. Then he looked at the clock hanging on the wall and asked for understanding.

“I’m sorry, but I have next plans.”

“I’ll pay you back later for the sudden visit.”

“yes. “I’ll contact you soon.”

I nodded and left the Shinsung Group headquarters while being seen off by Lee Se-hee.

It was a satisfactory transaction.

*Lee Se-hee, who confirmed that Choi Jun-ho had returned, looked at the object in his hand.

The monster’s heart, called a crystal after processing, was a work of art in itself.

“Thank you for giving me the treasure, but I need to find out where the stolen goods are.”

Lee Se-hee contacted the Sacred Guild Research Institute. After a while, a chubby man in his early 50s arrived at the office.

“Welcome, Director.”

“Yes, team leader. “For what reason?”

“There is something I would like you to take a look at, director.”

Surprise flashed across the director’s face when he saw what Lee Se-hee was holding out.

“Where on earth did you get this?”

“The source is secret. “How much is this item worth?”

“It’s amazing. Is this type of processing possible? It must have an overwhelming amount and delicate control ability to completely overpower the force of the heart. The processing method is also completely new.”

“also.”

Lee Se-hee, who had already expected it, nodded. Choi Jun-ho is a truly mysterious person.

“Please make sure we know which monster that heart belongs to.”

The director’s eyes asked for more information, but when he saw Lee Se-hee’s calm eyes, he gave up his greed and lowered his head.

It occurred to me that behind the exquisite beauty, there was a deadly thorn hiding.

“All right.”

“Then I’ll just trust the director and go.”

Sehee Lee prepared for the next schedule.

Today was the day to recruit new hunters who will be responsible for the future of the Holy Guild.

*For Choi Yun-hee, who passed the practical exam in first place, her current situation felt like a dream.

Holy Guild.

This is the place I have been aiming for since I first started preparing to become a hunter. I was confident in my skills, but I suffered at the last hurdle.

I could have lowered my eyes, but each time I thought of my brother who was hanging out in my hometown, I held back. It seemed like he would lower his eyes and do the same.

I got to where I am today with the help of my older brother, whom I thought I would not emulate, but it was still good.

The last thing left is the final interview.

Choi Yoon-hee, who arrived at the interview location, was surprised to see Lee Se-hee sitting proudly.

There were many compliments on her beauty, such as the walking goddess of beauty, the jewel of the Shinsung Group, and the wealthy woman of the financial world, but she was also outstanding as an awakened person to the extent that even that could not overshadow it.

If she thought of Jeong Da-hyun as a realistic role model, she admired Lee Se-hee, so Choi Yoon-hee sat down with her heart pounding.

“Welcome. “Welcome to the Holy Guild.”

“Thank you.”

“Did I put too much pressure on you? Be comfortable with yourself. We are now part of the same family. Although it is the final interview, it is an opportunity to say hello to the family members who will be together in the future.”

“yes. But it’s not easy.”

“Then let’s get to know each other step by step. First, let me explain the sacred guild system.”

The Shinsung Guild provides new hunters with an annual salary of 300 million won and vouchers for all Shinsung Group companies in their first year. In addition, priority use of weapons made by the incentive sacred guild is provided according to the contribution to monster hunting.

The reason why the most awakened people in Korea choose the Holy Guild as their top priority is because of these guarantees that are almost always provided.

It was not for nothing that they said that if only one person in the family belonged to the Holy Guild, one could live comfortably for the rest of one’s life.

Lee Se-hee, who was explaining step by step, looked surprised when she saw Choi Yun-hee’s results.

“Yoonhee took first place in all areas of the practical exam for the second time in the 37 public recruitment exams. With these results, do you look forward to more in the future? “I need to look better.”

“No, no.”

I felt embarrassed for no reason, so I waved my hand. Lee Se-hee smiled at her pure appearance.

“You can be proud. “The Sacred Guild is a place where only the best talent comes.”

“yes! To be honest, I’m very proud!”

A sacred guild with a 100-member limit.

Thousands, sometimes tens of thousands, of people apply to fill the few vacancies that occur here, where Korea’s best talent gathers.

Choi Yoon-hee is the best talent who passed the competition and passed first place.

“You have made great progress in one year. “Do you have any secrets?”

“It’s a bit ambiguous to say it’s the secret. “That older brother gave me guidance.”

“Your brother is amazing.”

Lee Se-hee’s voice as she said that became strangely stretched out.

“yes. “Even though he’s a public servant, I think he’s amazing.”

“You have a good brother.”

“Honestly, I don’t have any enemies like that at home, but I think it’s true that it’s great.”

“You and your brother are on good terms. i envy you.”

Having said that, Lee Se-hee explained to Choi Yoon-hee about the part she will play in the future.

The guild’s hunting method consists of a team activity of at least four people. Here, each person deals with monsters according to their assigned role, and Choi Yun-hee has an excellent sense of distance and excellent evasion ability, so she has the ability to inflict great damage on monsters.

“I think it would be a good idea to try using a longer weapon. “Are you okay?”

“I don’t mind.”

“great. “Then, we will find the optimal combination for Yunhee. There is one last thing I would like to ask you.”

“yes.”

Lee Se-hee, who had been outspoken throughout the interview, showed signs of hesitation this time.

Why are you asking this because it’s such a difficult question?

“I ran into a villain on the road. “Then how will you respond, Yoon-hee?”

“The Holy Guild will mainly deal with monsters, but I don’t think it’s right to just pass by villains. First, I will contact the villain response team. And if I can solve it with my skills, I will subdue it.”

“What is the level of suppression?”

“It is a line beyond which we cannot take arms and resist.”

It was a textbook answer, so it felt rather dull.

I thought it was a very boring answer myself, but the reaction of Lee Se-hee, who was across from me, was dramatic.

“···thank god.”

“yes? What?”

“Mr. Yoonhee. Because it’s normal. “I am truly grateful.”

“Why why?”

Why am I thankful that I’m normal?

Choi Yun-hee could not fully understand what Lee Se-hee meant.

*With Lee Se-hee’s cooperation, Oh Jong-yeop’s younger brother was smoothly admitted to the hospital. He kept saying he was grateful and that he really wanted to repay the favor, but he told me to live his own life and didn’t keep in touch any longer.

I plan to end my relationship with this guy like this. His younger brother’s hospital bills have been paid off, and there is no Big Ten to drag him down the villain path, so he will be able to live his life.

Meanwhile, Yunhee’s parents were very happy when they received the news of her acceptance. That feeling came through through the speaker phone and I felt good too.

What I wanted to do when I returned to the past was to make my parents and Yunhee happy, and that finally showed the first result.

I asked my parents several times if they needed anything, but they said they didn’t, so I thought I should take the time to visit my parents’ home. I feel like everything is going smoothly.

But it is too early to let down your guard. My goal starts now.

Even this little happiness will be shattered if I go crazy. I have to be on guard because I don’t know when and at what moment the impulse will swallow me up.

The best I can do for now is to desperately hold on to my sanity and clear away any obstacles that may interfere with my peace.

The work was more tiresome than I thought.

I’m glad my family is happy, and I spent fulfilling days as a member of the villain task force.

We took turns doing paperwork on some days and patrolling on other days.

Dahyun Jeong’s expression was very bright as she came out, and the crime rate for the previous quarter had been announced.

“I fell.”

“It’s because Dahyun worked hard.”

“sorry. “I’m the only one who gets the award.”

Not long ago, the Villain Task Force was awarded a commendation in recognition of its role in reducing the crime rate.

I was not included among those awarded.

For your information, I arrested the most villains among the villain task force.

“I’m fine. “I don’t have any regrets.”

“Still.”

“I feel good because I achieved my personal goal.”

The reason I did not receive a commendation is because of the arrest of Wang Ju-yeol, for which I was reprimanded, and the excessive suppression case, which will soon reach 50 cases.

I don’t know how the media found out, but every time I caught a villain, there was an article about excessive suppression.

Although I did not receive the award due to public opinion, I was satisfied with my performance.

“Because not a single person died.”

It’s been 3 months since I became a civil servant hunter.

I arrested over 200 villains and didn’t kill a single one.

Dahyun Jeong kept what she said.

“Good job.”

“Dahyun has changed too.”

“In the past, I lacked determination. When I think about it, I gave up a lot of things when I left Shinsung, but I couldn’t give up after coming here. What was important was not the promotion, but the arrest of the villain. But I got to know him after seeing Junho. “What direction should I take and what are the greatest strengths of being a civil servant?”

“It’s a good change.”

“Does Junho look good?”

“What people pursue is ultimately different. “If Dahyun’s goal is to apprehend multiple villains, quick judgment and unstoppable handling are essential.”

Jeong Da-hyun did not leave the Sacred Guild for power or fame as a public official.

“You just need to add one more thing here.”

“What is it?”

“I am prepared to give up the lives of prisoners and villains when the time comes.”

“···That’s difficult.”

“Someday the moment of choice will come.”

There still remains in my memory the afterimage of Jeong Da-hyun willingly sacrificing her life for justice.

The Jeong Da-hyun I saw in this life was still just. However, while the last time was mild, this time it was quite spicy.

This was the reason why Jeong Da-hyun’s change was expected.

···Of course, in order to see that scene, I also have to make an effort not to be fired.

“Junho is the only one who says this to me. Thank you very much.”

“If you really appreciate it, there is a way to repay it.”

“Which one is it?”

“This time, my younger brother joined the Holy Guild.”

“ah! Yoonhee! “I heard it.”

“Did you know?”

“yes! I also have contact information. I’m a slow typer, so we couldn’t talk much, but he was a really nice kid. “I’m sure you’ll be busy adjusting these days.”

Yunhee’s face has definitely looked gaunt these days.

“Since Dahyun is also a senior in the Shinseong Guild, I would like to ask Yoonhee for advice when I have time.”

“I see. Even though I left halfway through, I think there may be some help. I’ll do it! “When would be a good time?”

“Please come to my house. “I will serve you a meal.”

“Good. “Can we look forward to the menu as well?”

“How about beef and soybean paste hot pot?”

“Soybean paste hot pot! “Junho, you’re good at cooking too!”

Jeong Da-hyeon’s eyes sparkled with anticipation. He doesn’t seem to think that I can’t do it.

You have eyes to see.

Even though it looks like this, it is a body that has survived by cooking for over 20 years.

“You can think of it as the world’s most special soybean paste stew.”

“I’m really looking forward to it.”

In order not to disappoint her expectations, I will have to do my best for the first time in a long time to protect my pride as a soybean paste stew enthusiast.

Come to think of it, Yunhee said she doesn’t even look at soybean paste stew because of me.

If Dahyun Jeong says she likes it, she’ll eat it, right?

When I returned to the National Security Bureau after completing my patrol, Ahn’s office was noisy.

“They said today is the day the new hunter is coming. They say it’s very excellent, right? “The level is still low, but they say they have a special gift.”

“You’re talented.”

“Yes, I’m excited to see what kind of person you are.”

Almost all of the awakened people, known as talented people, ended up in guilds, so each and every one of them had no choice but to be precious.

So in this case, it was like catching a big fish from the perspective of the National Defense Bureau.

The moment I saw Inyoung’s identity surrounded by people, I couldn’t believe my eyes. The guy who saw me grinned and approached me while raising his hand.

“Hey buddy. “Are we meeting again?”

“Oh Jong-yeop.”

“I came to the National Defense Bureau to meet our friend.”

The seniors who were watching Oh Jong-yeop’s proud bullshit burst into admiration.

“Did you follow Junho?”

“Friendship is so cool!”

“Isn’t this the true friendship of this era?”

Oh Jong-yeop’s shoulders soared to the sky as praise poured in from those around him.

Anyway, how is this guy here?

He paid off his younger brother’s hospital bills, but since he was greedy for money, I thought he would get into a reasonably good guild.

I thought the relationship would end like that, but my relationship with him seemed to be stronger than I thought.

Meanwhile, the guy who was grinning approached me. The guy whose worries had disappeared showed a grumpiness that had only been seen in his last life.

“By the way, my friend is in level 9, but I’m in level 7? It’s just like that. “Keuhum!”

“······.”

As I stare at him, he slowly turns his head.

Are you telling me to treat you like you are now in level 7?

“That’s Mr. Jong-yeop.”

“yes! Secretary! “This is the new arrival, Oh Jong-yeop!”

Dahyun Jeong, who had been quietly listening, intervened.

“In our National Defense Bureau, other than the team leader, the other positions are generally horizontal.”

“yes? Was it something like that?”

“If you want to be treated well, there is a way for two people to compete and defeat each other with their skills. Because this becomes a battle of pride, there are many cases where people get hurt. There was a fatal accident once and it has been avoided ever since.”

Jeong Da-hyeon, who had said that far, looked at Oh Jong-yeop and spoke carefully.

“Wouldn’t it be dangerous if the other person was Junho?”

“I’d like to ask just one question, Secretary.”

“yes.”

Oh Jong-yeop swallowed his saliva and asked.

“Do I look like I’m trying to commit suicide?”

“······.”

Dahyun Jeong answered with silence.