Retired Hunter, Become Haenam - Chapter 126



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Retired Hunter, Becoming Haenam Episode 126

Attack of the Stranger

Hunter Management Office of the United States.

An emergency meeting was currently in progress there.

Of the 10 towers that exist in the United States… more than half of them have collapsed.

“Why is America the only country that is so harsh?”

“They say other countries have collapsed too.”

“But there are countries that haven’t collapsed. What about South Korea?”

In contrast, none of South Korea’s four towers collapsed.

Korea is the only country in the world that has not suffered damage from a collapse.

The attention of world leaders was focused on Korea, wondering how such a thing was possible.

What on earth is that know-how?

How did Korea escape disaster?

Is it really just a stroke of luck?

“I envy Korea’s luck.”

“Damn it! The election is just around the corner and if we start doing this—”

“Everyone, please be quiet. Let’s watch this video together.”

All that controversy was put to rest in one video.

Video of the press conference held by Im Ha-rin, the director of the Hunter Management Bureau in Korea, during the first collapse.

There, Im Ha-rin coolly revealed her know-how.

[It’s too early to tell, but this is what our Hunter Management Bureau thinks. If we don’t ‘attack’ the tower periodically, it will ‘collapse’…]

“If we don’t attack, it will collapse?”

“Does that mean… I have to climb the tower periodically?”

Groan, groan—

Im Ha-rin’s press conference video was released.

Her remarks caused a buzz in the conference room.

The hypothesis she put forth during the first collapse, the ‘collapse prevention theory’.

She proved her hypothesis by saving Korea from the second collapse.

At the time, many people did not believe it, but now that the disaster of the second tower collapse has occurred.

Even the U.S. Hunter Service failed to tackle her hypothesis.

Because out of the 10 towers, only the 3 towers that the attack team sent to did not collapse.

The U.S. Hunter Commissioner smacked his forehead.

Even if her hypothesis were true, it had many problems.

“According to her, we need to send hunters to the tower at least once every two weeks. A tower that we still have no information about. Is this possible?”

Ten towers befitting the vast territory.

The Hunter Management Office chief was troubled by the towers placed all over the area.

As is typical of America, a country that loves capitalism and freedom, A-class hunters and above rarely venture outside the big cities.

Why would you live in the countryside where there is no one, instead of living a luxurious life in the big city?

If things continued like this, the towers on the outskirts would inevitably collapse.

As soon as the Hunter Management Agency chief finished speaking, everyone’s opinions began to pour out.

“Why don’t you just send it? This is already the second collapse. This is a national disaster! We desperately need the help of the Hunters.”

“The Florida towers are located on the beach, so this collapse has caused a series of casualties. We need to come up with countermeasures.”

“How about changing the policy to force migration?”

“How can we enforce laws when each state has different laws?”

“Are you mad at me right now? Did I say something wrong?”

Each person tries to appeal to the seriousness of the situation, but the atmosphere only gets worse.

A fundamental solution, not a local solution, was needed.

The best way to overcome the current ‘top apocalypse’ situation.

that…….

“If you can’t be an innovator, why not be an early adopter?”

A small, scratchy voice.

But that small voice overwhelmed the crowd.

In the quiet conference room, the owner of the voice stood up from his seat.

Marcus Miller.

He is America’s proud S-class hunter,

A person also famous for his nickname, ‘America’s Hero’.

Everyone held their breath at his words.

In a situation where everyone was overwhelmed, Hunter Management Director Marcus Miller asked a question.

“What do you mean, Miller?”

“That’s exactly what it is, sir. Who is the innovator at this point in time?”

“Well… … .”

Although no one opened their mouths, their thoughts were the same.

Haven’t we been watching the same video until now?

Lim Ha-rin, Director of the Hunter Management Bureau in Korea.

Everyone agreed that she was the ‘innovator’ of the tower.

Wasn’t the country she was in the only one that avoided collapse?

While other countries haven’t even conquered the 10th floor, they’re already conquering the 30th floor.

Currently, Korea is called a ‘top advanced country’ and its prestige is growing day by day.

Now, with the advent of the 5th Industrial Revolution and the advancement of magical engineering,

Korea was rising as the world’s number one country in name and reality.

Here Marcus Miller offers a solution.

“I will go to Korea.”

“… So, you?”

“I would like to meet her in person and hear her story. I might be able to get some help… … .”

Marcus Miller looked at the video of Im Ha-rin still playing on the conference room monitor.

“The United States will gain a good partner. Maybe… we can recruit a new S-class Hunter.”

“Are you confident in your negotiations? I don’t think you’ll make a move easily.”

“It’s easy if you have enough money and my fame. Who am I? Am I Marcus Miller, hahaha.”

“… … .”

A slightly embarrassed look appeared on everyone’s faces at his words.

Marcus Miller didn’t care.

The Hunter Management Office chief responded with a controlled expression.

“Oh, I see. Then I’ll just trust you, Marcus Miller.”

“Of course, the Hunter Management Office will have to provide the money.”

“Of course. I promise to support you as much as I can.”

“Then let’s go.”

Marcus Miller suddenly opened the conference room window.

WHEEK!

It just flew away.

It’s like a hero setting out to save lives.

But after he left, everyone let out an inexplicable sigh.

“Are you really deluding yourself into thinking you’re a hero?”

“Shh! They might still be listening.”

“But no matter what, going to Korea right away… … .”

“The idea itself seems fine.”

“Chief?”

“Are you okay?”

Despite everyone’s concerns, the Hunter Management Agency’s expression did not change.

‘That’s a good thing. Marcus Miller will probably come up with something.’

Marcus Miller was sent to Korea, but it was entirely his own doing.

Even if he makes a mistake in Korea, the Hunter Management Office can just say it’s none of their business and avoid it.

This is truly a no risk, high return situation.

I think maybe Im Ha-rin will become the new S-class hunter of the United States.

The Hunter Management Agency Director had a big smile on his face.

* * *

“You worked hard today too.”

“Thank you for your hard work, senior.”

“…Thank you for your hard work.”

After finishing the 45th floor raid, Yang Mi-jin, Hwang Seo-jun, and I came outside.

Yang Mi-jin and I were the same as usual… .

Hwang Seo-jun was lying in a coffin pose with his shoulders hunched.

“I’m sorry. I’m a burden… … .”

“You’re a burden. You’re doing well.”

“No. I’m a burden. I don’t deserve to be in this guild. Sigh… … .”

“Oh my, senior, please do something about him.”

The enthusiastic Hwang Seo-jun has been feeling depressed these days.

The reason is that he feels like a burden… .

That wasn’t a wrong statement.

‘It’s not that Seojun can’t do it, but the problem is that the difficulty level is higher than Seojun’s skills.’

Hwang Seo-jun was doing well compared to hunters of the same age and rank.

But the tower already has over 40 floors.

In order to clear a 3-person party without a single scratch on a B-class gate level difficulty, each individual must be at the level of an A-class hunter.

And it definitely came as a burden to Hwang Seo-jun.

Hwang Seo-jun’s awakening ability is Class B ‘Super Acceleration’.

The grade I received in the Hunter Grade Examination was C.

Even if you give a good evaluation of Hwang Seo-jun’s skills, he is at the lower end of the B-class hunters… far below the A-class.

Today, we focused only on defense and evasion, and Yang Mi-jin and I took care of the rest of the dealing.

As a guy, you can’t help but feel like a burden.

‘I think it would be better to recruit Charlotte quickly.’

If we use an RPG game analogy, I would be a spearman, Yang Mi-jin would be a boxer, and Hwang Seo-jun would be a thief.

If Charlotte, the archer, joins this party, she can take care of the long-range damage that is currently lacking.

When I think about the arrow she shot in the past that split the sea in an instant… .

Even if you put it into a B-class gate right away, it will be able to function without any problems.

As I was thinking that, someone tapped me on the shoulder.

“Ouch! It hurts, huh?”

“Don’t think about anything else. I told you to comfort Seojun.”

“What kind of consolation is that? That’s just how it is when you grow up.”

“It’s sad to see you. You’re feeling depressed as if you’re shouldering all the world’s troubles by yourself.”

“Senior Mijin, I can hear everything… … .”

“There is one good way to do this.”

“Oh, what is it?”

I said with a snicker.

“If you eat something delicious, everything will be resolved.”

“…senior?”

“So, come to my house for lunch today. We just got some delicious fish. Have you heard of dotbenjari?”

“I’ve heard of it for the first time. I’ve heard of… the Dageumbari.”

“I can’t buy it for you, it’s too expensive.”

“Sob sob… … .”

I headed home with Hwang Seo-jun and Yang Mi-jin.

As it happened, there were still a few Dotbenjaris left in the subspace.

I thought it would be nice to have lunch together.

‘Come to think of it, Uncle Bongryong said he was coming to our house today.’

Our house has an intrusion prevention barrier installed.

It was made by Uncle Bongryong, but it seems that he came in person because it is a barrier that needs maintenance once every few months.

There was a moment when I thought, while I’m at it, I should invite Uncle Bongryong and have lunch with him.

Aaaaaaaaaaaaa—!!

A high-pitched siren sound.

It is not a normal siren, but a ‘magic rescue signal’ that only hunters with magic power can hear.

And the direction is….

‘Could this be my house?’

The direction was roughly similar to our house.

I gave my parents a pearl necklace as a gift, and I added a Grade A barrier magic and siren alarm.

no way….

“Senior, that siren sound… is that it?”

“That seems right. Let’s just leave the car and go for now. Can you all get there quickly?”

“Huh? What are you talking about?”

Yang Mi-jin nodded with a serious face.

Unfortunately, it seems that Hwang Seo-jun is the first to receive the magical power rescue signal.

I’d like to explain, but I don’t have much time.

“You follow me at full speed.”

“… Okay, I understand!”

“Yang Mi-jin, you can follow along slowly. Okay? You can also just guard the luggage here.”

“Yes, senior.”

At times like these, they were dependable colleagues.

I took out the water window and connected it to my body with a thread made of magic… .

He threw the window straight towards the house in the distance.

I pray that nothing happens to our house.

* * *

About 5 minutes before the siren alarm sounds.

“Hello. Excuse me for a moment.”

“Excuse me, come visit often! Hahaha.”

Ha Bong-ryong came to Park Dal-gu’s house.

I came to Park Dal-gu’s mother simply to get some tea.

The reason is to repair and strengthen the magic barrier.

‘Who would install an A-class barrier magic in their home, ugh… … .’

Ha Bong-ryong grumbled while working on the magic barrier of the house.

If it’s a Grade A barrier magic, it’s like a fortress that doesn’t budge even with a moderate magical power reaction.

Right now, his house is also protected by A-class barrier magic.

But today, I felt unusual.

‘These little rats creeping around the house are not normal.’

Rats hanging around Bak Dal-gu’s house.

Because their identity is unknown, they always move passively by keeping as much distance as possible.

I waited silently, fearing that if I moved rashly I might not be able to catch the tail.

But today, the actions of the guys caught in Ha Bong-ryong’s aura were quite bold.

Not only was it closer to home than usual, but he had no intention of hiding his hostility and magical power.

I was overcome with a sense of uneasiness, as if something was about to happen.

Ha Bong-ryong, who had already activated the barrier magic normally, looked at Park Dal-gu’s mother who was preparing tea.

“By the way, I heard that there’s a cousin of that bastard Bak Dal-gu here. Is that right?”

“Ah! She’s probably sleeping right now. She’s a very sleepy girl, haha… … .”

“Umm… Then I think it would be best for you to stay in that room for now.”

“yes?”

thud!!

As soon as she asked, a great shock struck the house.

“Oh, my… what the heck is this… … .”

“If you stay in your room, it will be resolved quickly. Hehe.”

Ha Bong-ryong guided her to Oh Hye-na’s room.

After applying A-class barrier magic to the room.

He opened the front door and went out.

No, to be exact, I was going to come out.

-Hello. Can you hear me?

‘… Is it voice magic?’

A voice that spread throughout the house.

It was a kind of magic that transmitted voice directly.

―I would like you to hand Oh Hye-na over to us while I count to 10 seconds.

-If you don’t follow my instructions… .

-I will arrive at your house in an instant and kill you all.

-Please don’t have any frivolous thoughts.

“Haha, what funny guys.”

After becoming an S-class hunter and a unique craftsman.

It had been a long time since I had been subjected to such a one-dimensional threat.

Ha Bong-ryong lamented to himself, “Time has really passed.”

I opened the front door wide and went outside.

“…Who are you?”

As soon as you open the door, a man in a black suit greets you.

The man wearing horn-rimmed glasses was the leader of the guild… Sung Man-seok, the ‘shadow’ of Ahn Tae-gon.

Naturally, Ha Bong-ryong didn’t know them.

“You don’t have to know that.”

“… Wait, why can’t I remember your face? Could it be a recognition problem—”

“It’s too late, kid.”

“!!!”

Ha Bong-ryong simultaneously lifted the perception-obstructing magic placed on his body.

He released magical power befitting an S-class hunter.

-Aaaa …

There was also an incident where a siren sounded from Mrs. Kim’s necklace after she sensed his magical power… .

On the contrary, it is a good thing.

It might be a little too much to handle all of them.

“Let’s go play for the first time in a while.”

“… Everyone, be alert. The opponent is an S-class hunter.”

Ha Bong-ryong, who was already wearing a broad smile, did not hear it at all.

Seong Man-seok called his subordinates with a frown on his face.

The worst situation is having to deal with an S-class hunter.

But it didn’t end there.

“Where on earth did these little bugs come from to take Hye-na away!!”

“…!”

Knock knock knock!

Everyone was startled by a sound that sounded like an earthquake.

It wasn’t an earthquake, it was a vibration like a person running… .

A huge man who looked to be almost 2 meters tall appeared.

Hunter Kim Kang-chun, Oh Hye-na’s security team leader and former A-class hunter.

and….

“I heard a siren!”

“From now on, don’t let anyone into this house. Got it?”

“”yes!!!””

Behind him, the security personnel protecting Oh Hye-na jumped out.

It would not be an easy fight with just one S-class hunter, but now A-class and B-class hunters have appeared in droves.

“Tsk… … .”

An Tae-gon’s eyes behind his horn-rimmed glasses began to waver.