The Dungeon Cleaning Life of a Once Genius Hunter - Chapter 133
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It’s been a week since the International Association went to press.
I met head of the branch Bruce at the Kinshasa branch, which has now become the official second branch of the Korean Association.
It was to conclude this incident and discuss future matters.
“…Therefore, from now on, you should periodically report the status of the subjugation to the Korean Association. Profit distribution is an 8:2 contract, and by-products are, in principle, owned by the branch, but Fractal has an exclusive contract with Hanbyul Trading, so please keep that in mind.”
“All right.”
“And… the branch manager can manage the internal team directly, but sending troops to war like before is absolutely unacceptable.”
“I’ll keep that in mind.”
He continued speaking immediately after confirming all the contract details.
“Anyway, I already knew that he was a very influential person in the Korean Association… but I had no idea that he still holds full authority even after he left the company.”
“no. Just think of me as your agent.”
But now that I think about it, I’m really doing it all.
“Haha, how many branches have you acquired in just a week? Such humility.”
“….”
I saved my answer.
Regardless of the outcome, I felt like I was the only one who suffered, so I became bitter.
As soon as the news spread that the Korean Association had acquired the Congo-Zambia branch right after the International Association hit the media, acquisition requests poured in from numerous countries in Central Africa.
Uganda, Rwanda, Angola, etc., who lost their right to subjugation due to the construction of integrated branches of the International Association.
All of them were experiencing difficulties after losing the right to subjugate them.
The news that the integrated branch had withdrawn from the International Association must have been the best news for them.
I thought it was time to try to establish an independent association again, but in reality, it was not an easy task as it was already quite difficult internally due to a long-standing dispute.
In the end, the only option left to them was to receive support from an external association, and without exception, everyone chose the Korean association.
Well, for me, it was like blowing my nose without touching anything, so I gladly accepted all acquisition requests.
Of course, my workload has doubled because of that, but I’m not stupid enough to kick the luck that has rolled in.
Association President Lee Doo-sik expressed concern about the lack of budget, but he agreed with me, saying that he could not miss out on such a good opportunity even if it meant incurring a deficit.
In this way, the Korean Association took the initiative to establish branches in all Central African countries in just one week.
It was significant not only because the number of branches increased, but also because rare items and by-products from Africa could be obtained.
“I still can’t believe it. I never would have thought that the headquarters had been inducing conflict from the beginning for the sake of African integration…”
Branch Manager Bruce still seemed dazed.
“It’s still just a charge, though.”
“But since we caught Dulmi this time, we don’t have to worry about it in the future.”
“You don’t know that. Sanctions will only be possible if the charges are officially proven, but since they are so meticulous, they may have already prepared a countermeasure. Well, I can only hope that Interpol does well.”
It was frustrating, but that was reality.
The reason why they were able to attack the International Association this time was because members of the Zambia branch witnessed the entire conversation between me and Representative Emma.
However, other than forcing them to temporarily withdraw from Africa, no significant results have been achieved.
There were circumstances and testimony, but above all, there was no actual evidence.
Moreover, one of the Balance team members who managed to survive is said to have not said a word even after being taken over by Interpol.
In the end, the important thing is whether it can be proven that the international association attempted to conduct an arms deal with the Zambian association…. If even the
PB Corporation team leader changes without hesitation, it would be reasonable to say that all ties have already been cut off.
‘But at least we won’t be able to do anything stupid while the investigation is going on…’
I don’t know how long it will take, but it’s not that bad since it gives us time to grow in size.
Above all, the fact that the international association, which was an inviolable territory, was on the chopping block was half of the goal achieved.
Whether the charges are proven or not, the international community is viewing them with suspicion, so they will not be able to move on as easily as before.
“I really hope it’s proven. Considering all the hardships we’ve had because of those guys…”
“Well… it’s not entirely impossible.”
“yes?”
“Isn’t there a president in Rome?”
Branch Manager Bruce was slightly impressed.
“Isn’t President Romana also included in the investigation this time on charges of ordering the dispatch of Hunters? Looking at his actions so far, he is probably also…”
“There is a possibility that he is involved with the International Association.”
“It is highly likely that the conflict was induced after receiving instructions from headquarters.”
There is no way it could have moved without internal sympathizers.
He’s probably the most suspicious person.
“If we treat President Romana well, we might be able to prove that the International Association was in charge of this matter.”
“That won’t happen.”
As soon as I could speak, someone came into the office and immediately struck the candle.
When I turned my head, it was none other than Representative Cedric.
“You don’t know that, do you? “If we do a good investigation…”
“The investigation itself is impossible. “He just passed away.”
“What is that…?”
What kind of bullshit is this again?
“He was found hanging in his official residence. “There was also a will.”
“….”
I couldn’t bear to speak due to the shocking news.
***
“We are currently receiving a flood of requests for withdrawal from our branches.”
Office of the Secretary-General at the International Hunter Association Headquarters.
The secretary continued speaking cautiously.
“We have rejected all requests without special reasons, but there are some branches that meet the conditions for withdrawal…”
She trailed off, looking at Secretary General Wesley’s notice.
It was difficult to convey the news that more than five branches had already withdrawn from the organization.
“….”
“….”
Secretary General Wesley was sitting facing each other with Representative Emma.
The two said nothing for a long time.
In such a heavy atmosphere, the accompanying secretary found it hard to breathe.
Wesley soon broke the long silence and spoke first.
“Didn’t you send the balance team to silence the Zambian association?”
“It did.”
“I heard even Team Leader Mark was involved.”
“that’s right.”
Representative Ema answers calmly.
Secretary General Wesley’s eyes became sharp.
“But why did it fail?”
“…Because Kim Jun-woo was there.”
“Don’t make excuses. “It wasn’t even about dealing with Kim Jun-woo, it was just about killing a few small children.”
“….”
“Even after water changes, one person survived and was handed over to Interpol. Emma, I trusted you and entrusted you with this, but what kind of result is this?”
Representative Emma was speechless.
“The team leader himself stepped forward, but what is the point of a balance team when they can’t even carry out that much of their mission?”
Wesley sighed and muttered as if he wanted everyone to hear.
Currently, the International Association is facing an unprecedented crisis.
The plan that was secretly underway to unify subjugation powers around the world was revealed to the world through this incident.
For the first time since its establishment, it received unfavorable attention from around the world.
Interpol was also conducting an investigation.
The good thing is that the ones that could be caught were cut off in advance.
If it had been a little late, the existence of PB Corporation and its past actions would have been revealed.
We managed to put out the urgent fire… but it was a bit disappointing that the final target was President Romana.
It was difficult to find someone as easy to use as him.
‘The guy from the balance team who was taken over by Interpol…’
That guy isn’t a big problem either.
You will know better how you will be dealt with the moment you reveal anything.
“Have you recovered all the bodies of the employees?”
“The subjugation rights recovery team has taken care of everything, and the balance team is still in progress. But…”
“What else is there?”
“There are two people missing. Well, one of them is probably the one that Kim Jun-woo saved and handed over to Interpol.”
“Then what about the other one?”
Secretary General Wesley fired back sharply, but Representative Emma responded without any signs of flinching.
“Team Leader Mark’s body has not been found yet.”
“….”
Secretary General Wesley’s face turned cold.
His eyes turned to the aide.
“Contact each department and suspend all activities within the headquarters for the time being. Stop the board members from speaking. “If there are people who say something different, take care of them.”
“…All right.”
He then spoke to Representative Ema.
“In the meantime, let’s replace all of PB Corporation with new ones. “The name and the number of people are all there.”
“It will take some time to replenish the staff from now on.”
“There are good people in America. “Try contacting that guy first.”
“who?”
“No. 1 in the world.”
Emma’s eyebrows twitched.
If it was him, didn’t they call him a person of interest just a few months ago and tell him to deal with it?
But things have already changed.
Representative Ema accepted the decision without making any quibbles.
I nodded and stood up first, and Wesley’s voice immediately followed.
“Oh, Emma.”
“…why?”
“If something like this happens again… it will be difficult to remain friends.”
“….”
Instead of answering, Representative Emma turned her back.
‘Damn.’
He muttered that, but Secretary General Wesley did not hear him.
***
Dark space.
Team leader Mark opened his eyes in a place where there was only one blinking light.
“What what….”
Where am I?
Or rather… is he alive?
Team leader Mark tried to get up, but his entire body was bound with chains.
Do you think you can hold yourself back with something like this?
Team leader Mark snorted.
[Acquired skill: Hercules]
[Skill not usable]
“…?”
[Acquired skill: Up Fire]
[Skill cannot be used]
I tried to use various skills several times, but the result was the same.
Just when I was confused because I couldn’t figure out the reason, I belatedly noticed the IV attached to my arm.
“It’s a semi-permanent stone solution, so I won’t be able to use my skills for a while.”
A familiar voice came from the darkness.
It was none other than Kim Jun-woo.
“Banneungseok? “How could you…”
“You guys left a lot of it scattered in the middle of Seoul.”
Kim Jun-woo showed the bullet with only the shell remaining.
“It was extracted by a skilled researcher, so don’t worry too much. Well, the amount is only a small amount, so the effect will only last a few hours…”
A creepy look flew at me.
“Enough for us to have a conversation.”
“What do you think you can extract from me?”
“You are already dead anyway. “Even if you return here alive, PB Corporation has already changed hands. Do you think they will let you live?”
“….”
That is correct.
The fact that the chip implanted in the body has been activated means that the emergency protocol has been implemented.
What it meant was that it was no longer part of PB Corporation.
“There’s nothing to talk about at length. “I just want to ask you two questions.”
“….”
Kim Jun-woo was silent, but continued speaking as if he didn’t care.
“When you work on dealing with dangerous people, do you sometimes use time stones?”
“Hehehe… I don’t know what you’re talking about. “You have the time stone…!”
bang-!
“Aaaah!!”
A bullet lodged in my thigh.
Before I had time to react, the muzzle of the gun was raised to my other thigh.
“Why are people like this with people they know? That’s not what I’m asking. “Is there a time when you need to use the time slot in the manual?”
“…I don’t know.”
bang-!
Without a doubt, the bullet penetrated the other thigh.
When I raised my head and clenched my teeth in pain, I saw Kim Jun-woo’s eyes.
Eyes without an ounce of mercy.
“…We examine the rank skill abilities and use time stones on targets that we determine cannot be killed.”
“The reason is?”
“Because existence itself disappears.”
I don’t know why I was curious about this, but it wasn’t that important.
In the first place, neither the cause nor the mechanism was known.
I only knew it because it was an experiment.
“Then perhaps the reason you guys were trying to retrieve the time stone was because you had a target to use?”
“….”
“Are you sure you want to use it on me?”
“That’s ridiculous.”
He let out a laugh.
From the beginning, the target for using the time stone had already been decided.
“No. 1 in the world.”
“…?”
“I needed a time stone to deal with that guy.”
Kim Jun-woo’s expression became mysterious.
Is it because it’s different from what you expected?
“good. Then next question. “Why is the Secretary-General trying to unify subjugation powers around the world?”
“…I do not know.”
“Ha…there’s no way to answer at once.”
“I really don’t know! “Do you think the Secretary General told us that?! You know!”
“know.”
He sticks out his lips and nods.
But he had no intention of lowering his gun.
“I just asked just in case.”
what?
bang-!