The Genius Assassin Who Takes it All - Chapter 81

Episode 81: Trip to Yeosu (3)

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Seoul Station at that time.

“…tremble.”

A woman was standing still in the lobby of Seoul Station as if time had stopped.

The heaviness, as if my feet were stuck to the ground, did not go away.

I found myself looking around more than necessary, and a vague sense of fear filled my mind.

I tried calling the person I remembered several times, but I couldn’t get through.

“but. Because I said I couldn’t answer the phone when I was in the dungeon. “I guess that time is now.”

Her identity was Jeong Yu-ri. The person I was trying to call was none other than Kang-hoo.

The feeling was new.

Who would have thought that the life he had chosen of his own to live in seclusion at Ground Zero would end like this.

The reason was clear. It was thanks to Kang-hoo giving him energy without knowing it.

What can I say? I guess it felt like a ray of hope was shown to myself who had been so hurt and shrinking from the world.

Jeong Yu-ri gained the will to recreate the future from the short but powerful memories she had with Kang-hoo.

A life that could have been fraught with trauma, caught up in the harrowing memories of Chae Gwan-hyung.

However, Kang Hu clearly showed that not all people in the world are as corrupt as Chae Gwan-hyeong, and that there are also people who have good intentions.

It made me realize that just avoiding it is not the answer.

“It would be nice if we could at least explore Seoul together. I guess it can’t be helped. Sheesh.”

After pouring out resentment(?) that the person in question had no idea about, even his feet, which were firmly on the floor, became considerably lighter.

I felt lighter as I imagined walking around Seoul Station while making various puns with Kang-hoo.

“Let’s get some air first!”

Jeong Yu-ri took a powerful step out of the station.

First, I was thinking of buying a pretty scarf that I always like to wear around my neck.

And I decided to enjoy my trip to Seoul to the fullest. It’s really been a long time since I came to Seoul.

Occasionally, I would see people looking at me, and I felt that their gaze was particularly hostile… but

I tried to be calm, thinking that it was my own illusion.

All of these emotions are too extreme and are a product of the trauma left behind by Chae Gwan-hyeong.

She strongly encouraged herself. It’s no big deal. That no one is looking at them.

“Now I’m going to live my life.”

Jeong Yu-ri clenched her trembling hands tightly.

As long as it came to the world.

Now you need to know how to get through it without being eaten.

And there are quite a few people by your side who can help you stand up on your own.

For example, people like grandfather and grandmother.

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Meanwhile, around that time.

Ganghu’s journey to learn the Age of Savagery skill book continued.

‘I wonder how long it’s been since I’ve been able to conquer a dungeon without any crisis issues at all.’

Baek Seon-tae was holding his tongue as Kang-hoo’s dungeon raid was so peaceful that it was even leisurely.

The middle boss attack section, which I thought was a critical point in the middle, was passed with ease.

Although Baek Seon-tae didn’t know.

Ganghu was able to obtain a passive skill called ‘Bleeding Enhancement’ from the middle boss.

There was a reason why I thought it would be difficult to stop the bleeding when I was injured by a middle boss attack.

【Bleeding Enhancement】

【Skill Proficiency: Lv Max】

【Increases the efficiency of existing skills with bleeding effects by 2 to 3 times at random probability.】 It is a

meaningless skill for a hunter without any bleeding skills, but it is a skill such as Bleeding Stab. It was a skill with great synergy for Ganghu, who had the skill.

Anyway, Baek Seon-tae looked at Kang-hoo and thought over and over again, ‘He’s neat.’

Hunters in the assassin profession all want a style that is understated and has no unnecessary elements.

However, this is just a matter of hope and goal, and the flow in practice is very messy.

It’s not like the hunter or monster you’re targeting just moves according to your thoughts.

This is because confusion is bound to arise amid numerous variables and unpredictable responses.

No matter how smart you are, you cannot keep in mind responses to tens of thousands of situations.

However, Ganghu never showed any embarrassment or sluggishness in every attack or defense.

It’s as if you have a clear idea that if the other person reacts this way, you should respond that way.

Of course, it was clear why that was possible. The point is that the attack repertoire is very diverse.

There were well over 15 skills that Baek Seon-tae saw with his own eyes. It is at a level that far exceeds the number of skills he possesses.

‘I can’t bear it anymore.’

Baek Seon-tae broke his resolve to remain silent and focus on his role as a ‘watcher’ without showing any curiosity towards Kang-hoo.

Kim Ja-ho warned me not to give my heart to outsiders or create relationships for no reason.

For that to happen, Kang-hoo had too many role models that he wanted to emulate.

Although his level was much lower than mine, he felt like he was several levels above me in terms of skill.

And for Baek Seon-tae, level was not a very important factor to consider. Level is not everything.

Meanwhile, at the same time.

‘Level 94 before the main boss.’

Kanghu was looking at his level with satisfaction, having raised it to 94 ahead of the final battle against the main boss.

Level 100 is just around the corner.

Level 100 is also the stage where basic skills are added.

At the same time, it is also the time when ‘qualification notices’ are collectively notified to all constellations in the cathedral.

What do you mean?

An official notification appears to the constellations saying that there is a hunter who has overcome many crises and reached level 100 in the so-called Demon Realm.

At this time, many contracts were made because all constellations were aware of the existence of the hunter.

So, more than 99% of hunters above level 100 have a contract with a constellation.

This is because any constellation will stick to one another. Even if the quality is low or lacking.

Of course, this was not a new issue for Kang Hu, who had already signed a contract with the Dimension Stealer before escaping from the Cheongmyeong concentration camp.

But one thing.

There was a high possibility that the notification of qualifications would stimulate the constellations that were currently supporting or watching Kang Hu.

The wilderness strategist prepares more support bundles.

It is a situation where ‘Great Disaster – Darkness’, which is watching Kang-hoo, may propose a contract earlier than expected.

So, level 100 meant a lot to Kanghu.

The same would apply to Dimension Stealer, which already has Ganghu as its main contractor.

Although she never revealed it directly to Kang-hoo, she was very nervous.

This is because it is impossible to know when and how a constellation that will become a competitor will emerge. This is her biggest crisis.

After investing bonus points and checking his stat skills, Ganghu sat down on a rock to take a short break.

“Hey, Jeong Seon-gyu.”

Then Baek Seon-tae, who was following at a reasonable distance, spoke up.

I thought he was just watching quietly, but he seemed to be curious.

“yes.”

“Can you tell me who your teacher is?”

“He’s a teacher.”

“yes. I think you must have had a good teacher. Of course, there may be a large container to hold the teachings.”

The reason I pondered over the idea of Kanghu being a teacher is because there is no such entity at all.

However, I could clearly guess why Baek Seon-tae mentioned the word teacher.

He must have believed that he would not have been able to achieve his current level of skill if he had not had a teacher who could systematically take shortcuts.

In fact, if you look at the hunters called Named, more than half often have good teachers.

As a close example, in the case of Jang Si-hwan, there is a teacher whom he calls his lifelong benefactor. Although he is dead now.

Ye-rin Lee is also taught by a talented teacher. Although I am not Korean.

Anyway, rather than ignoring Baek Seon-tae’s question, Kang-hu answered slyly, wanting to give his own answer.

“There you are. “It’s been a while since I’ve seen you, but I feel like you’re always by my side.”

Although he said so, Ganghu’s teacher was himself. It is the source of all enlightenment and learning.

The character Shin Kang-hoo is structured like that.

In the original work, it was not for nothing that he was called ‘Arch Enemy’, Jang Si-hwan’s greatest nemesis. It was a character that could surpass the main character.

Kang-hoo cracked a joke as Baek Seon-tae continued to look at him closely.

“Are you ready to dig in the back?”

“yes?”

“The expression on your face is just like when you want to get to know someone better. “Am I overflowing with curiosity?”

“…I won’t deny it. However, the expression “can” is a bit harsh! “I’m just genuinely curious.”

“haha. just joke.”

Kang-hoo rarely jokes, but it was quite fun to joke around with Baek Seon-tae.

It was because I thought that he was still a young man who had not yet grown up as a hunter.

Considering the atmosphere of the warlord Jagang, he was actually a hunter who didn’t feel like he fit in well.

“Seongyu. If you don’t mind, could we help you defeat the boss monster? “I will preserve the experience.”

At that time, Baek Seon-tae made an unexpected suggestion.

I thought he would just stick to his role as a watchdog, but I never thought he would go out of his way to participate in defeating boss monsters.

Preserving experience means leaving the battlefield one minute before the boss monster dies.

Then, all parts related to damage contribution are reset.

In the end, since you will not have contributed anything, you will naturally not share any experience points.

In short, it means that they will just agree together and give up all the fruits to Kang-hu.

From Ganghu’s perspective, it was an offer he was grateful for and had no need to refuse.

I can guess his intentions, but Kang-hu asks why.

“Shall we hear why?”

“I want to work together once. Personally, I was very impressed while watching.”

“It’s not a skill that’s particularly impressive.”

“You may not know other hunters, but you have enough skills to be a role model for me.”

The corner of Kanghu’s mouth twitched.

This is because Baek Seon-tae could not shake off the pleasant feeling of making a plan to fly an airplane.

He is a strong man who judges himself coldly and conservatively.

We somehow find the parts that are lacking and whip the parts that are overflowing so as not to be satisfied so as to keep us away from pride.

However, as Baek Seon-tae continued to show his eyes of respect and awe, I couldn’t help but feel better.

On the other hand, there was also a part of me that wanted to see Baek Seon-tae’s skills.

In any case, hunters of the same profession may have elements that can serve as a role model. The level is also high.

“Then, I would appreciate it if you just follow the existing rules. “It’s a boss monster that I have every right to.”

“of course!”

Baek Seon-tae, who received permission from Kang-hoo, smiled innocently, like a child receiving a gift.

It looks good.

Right then.

“The flames of death created by me will give foolish creatures a shortcut to hell.”

The boss monster, who continued to stare at Ganghu, digested his comment as if he had been waiting.

If you were a monster with a sense of weight and intimidation, it was a comment that would give you goosebumps the moment you heard it.

but.

“But anyway, it’s fire chicken.”

Ganghu trampled on the dignity and authority of the boss monster ‘Cannabis’ with one word.

Buldak.

Cannabis, who had dreamed of becoming a phoenix, the embodiment of blazing fire, became an insignificant chicken.