The Genius Assassin Who Does It All Himself - Chapter 267



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Episode 267: Going to Germany (2)

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After takeoff.

As we reached a safe altitude and there was nothing left to worry about, the mood on board also calmed down.

Unlike Ayane, Kang-hoo is still wearing the same clothes he wore when he arrived at the airport.

Perhaps that’s why it contrasted so sharply with Ayane’s fashion, who was wearing character pajamas.

She changed the subject, perhaps bothered by Kang-hoo’s constant gaze at her pajama character.

“Nothing happened?”

“Not yet?”

“You said Yuji entered Korea. It’s obvious that he came here targeting you, Kang-hoo.”

“It’s okay so far. I have my eyes set on that side. Ayane, how have you been?”

“Wait a minute, Kang-hoo. Let’s get our titles straight. Since we’re the same age, should we just call each other Kang-hoo, Ayane, etc.? It’s really annoying to have to call each other “you” every time.”

“agreement.”

Ayane’s suggestion quickly led to the organization of titles.

It seemed that the titles were mixed up because there was a vague sense of distance.

Since we had seen each other’s inner feelings, it wasn’t awkward to call each other casually. In fact, it was the picture I had hoped for.

With the title issue settled, Ayane answered Kang-hoo’s question.

“I was dealing with some Hayabusa guild members just before I came.”

“The last time you saw me in the Fukuoka Liberation Zone, weren’t you working for the Hayabusa Guild?”

“Yes, but the contract ended and the other side hired me, so we were enemies then?”

“That’s a textbook example of a mercenary’s mindset.”

“Yeah, I’m more on the side of giving money.”

“That’s a good attitude for a mercenary.”

Kang-hoo nodded.

A mercenary is someone who moves according to better offers and treatment. That is the job they are called to do.

If you want to get mercenaries on your side, you just have to spend more money and give them more consideration.

If you don’t like it, the contract will be terminated. If it ends with termination, that’s better.

If you go over to the enemy’s side like Ayane now, it will be a headache.

That’s why it was always worth calling in skilled mercenaries. Kang-hoo is also a similar example.

Ayane said.

“I missed you. I kept thinking about Kang-hoo and the times we spent together… … I missed you so much.”

“Make sure to put the subject in.”

“I remember that time when I killed bad guys in Osaka. I remember fighting a hunter from Korea, a member of the Toushi Guild.”

“It worked out well.”

Kang-hoo nodded.

Although they hadn’t exchanged a single word before or after the battle, the two knew each other’s tendencies surprisingly well.

So, I was able to easily subdue Cha So-hyeok and his gang. I thought I got full marks for the division of roles.

at that time.

Ayane unbuckled her seatbelt and walked over to Kanghoo while holding a thick folder.

As it so happened, there was a vacant seat next to her, so there was plenty of room for her.

“I’d like to discuss the strategies and tactics we’ll use in this assignment. What do you think? I’ve done all the preliminary research.”

“Aren’t you incredibly well-prepared?”

“I’m the type of person who usually plans things out meticulously. Aren’t you like that?”

“No, I do have some strategies, but I’m the type that mostly organizes them in my head.”

“I have a strategy drawing in mind. Take a look and give me your feedback. Feel free to give me feedback, don’t be afraid to ask questions.”

“discussion?”

“yes.”

“Okay. Let’s listen.”

Kang-hoo listened to Ayane’s continued words.

It was clear that he had done a lot of research in advance. There were even parts where he had a sharper grasp of things than Kang-hoo.

Listening to her, Kang-hoo could understand why Ayane had never been involved in any major incidents or accidents while working alone up until now.

In terms of prudence, he was the type that considered various variables to the point that it was impossible to distinguish between Kang-hoo and Woo-ryul.

A gunner who can take lives in an instant by sniping in areas where the enemy’s attention is not available.

At the same time, if you allow the enemy to approach, your life will be greatly threatened due to your innate characteristics.

She was a person with thoughts and judgments that were most appropriate for her class and position.

I liked it.

Throughout the story, Kang-hoo expressed his own opinion while respecting Ayane’s tactics.

There were fewer differences of opinion than expected, so a common ground was quickly established. Tactical changes were also made in real time.

What was supposed to be a marathon meeting ended up lasting only 30 minutes. Everything was said and done.

All that was left was to get to Germany and enter the dungeon. There was nothing more to say.

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1 hour later.

“Ugh.”

Kang-hoo, who had come back from the bathroom, looked at Ayane, who was sleeping with her mouth wide open, and laughed.

She had clearly boasted on her way to her seat that she would spend the night reviewing dungeon-related information.

In the short time I spent in the bathroom, I was already fast asleep.

The cold and indifferent image had long since been thrown into the trash can, and was now almost half-assed.

Kang-hoo covered himself with another blanket from his seat and returned to his seat.

I thought about going to sleep, but I didn’t feel like I could sleep at all, perhaps because I had been drinking coffee the entire time we were talking.

Our last conversation was quite meaningful.

There was also discussion of strategy and tactics, but Ayane appealed to her abilities in more detail.

It was something I had already felt during the previous fight with Cha So-hyeok, but this conversation made it even more certain.

‘Ayane and Ban Se-young are completely different. Thinking of them as the same is like seeing me and Ma Jin-ho as the same.’

The reason is that Ban Se-young focuses on mobile warfare and enjoys using multiple attacks with heavy firepower.

A representative example is the recently added skill, Magic Bullet. It specializes in hitting multiple enemies while causing an explosion at the end.

However, if you ask whether it can be used as a fatal skill in one-on-one battles, it was lacking in firepower.

Ayane’s attacks, on the other hand, are high-powered single-hit attacks that land a solid blow while holding their ground.

For that reason, some of Ayane’s attack skills are not in the form of instant aiming and shooting like Ban Se-young.

He said that you should set up a support to prepare for the recoil, then take aim and shoot carefully.

It’s hard to use in one-on-one combat, but if you buy enough time, it becomes a killer attack with devastating firepower.

So I was looking forward to it.

Because both Kang-hoo and Ayane can risk everything in one attack. It’s extreme damage plus extreme damage.

What Ayane asked of Kang-hoo at the end of the story was to teach him how to use a dagger.

If you accidentally get into a close combat, the weapon you want to use for self-defense is a dagger.

The most difficult to handle is the dagger, but if you know how to use it, it is the best weapon for self-defense in close combat.

Anyway, she asked me to take the time to let her know, so I decided to do so.

It looks like it’ll happen soon.

* * *

Lars Abel.

When you arrive in Germany this time, you will have a meeting with Lars, either briefly or not, before going to the dungeon.

‘I want to make a good first impression.’

I got greedy.

How can we arouse the interest and curiosity of the ambitious Lars?

In Takashi’s case, he had a lot of fun with the way he piqued his curiosity.

However, Lars is not a hunter with any unusual tastes or interests in that regard.

‘First of all, it is essential to complete the request quickly. Differentiating yourself from previous clients comes first.’

It is important to differentiate yourself from other commissioned mercenaries. At least that will attract primary attention.

‘There is a useful item related to mana that appears in dungeon 13… … Should I give it to you?’

I think a moderate bribe would be fine. I’ve never met a hunter who didn’t like being given an item as a gift.

Mana-related items are the least necessary for Kang-hoo, as they cause more harm than good.

‘If we make contact with Lars… … . Takashi’s relationship is getting deeper and deeper… … .’

First of all, among these thirteen star members, you will develop a relationship with two of them.

One is looking for a way to get closer, and the other is getting pretty close.

Kang-hoo wanted to be a little more greedy.

If you want to make a good picture to deal with thirteen stars, it is better to leave half of it out.

‘Emilia, I wish I could touch Yu Cheong-hwa.’

It’s a good picture.

First of all, both of them had an excuse that would allow Kang-hoo to meet them naturally.

I have seen Yu Cheong-hwa before in a market linked to the Shintu Guild and bought items from her.

Personally, I received a business card and the meeting ended with a good impression of each other.

Didn’t Emilia even invite you to France? That invitation is still valid.

‘Emilia, since Yu Qinghua and Takashi are on good terms, if we do it right, we might be able to tie them all together.’

The idea expands quite interestingly.

Kang-hoo now thought that his skills had improved enough to attract the attention of Emilia and Yu-cheong-hwa.

In the end, the first thing that makes a hunter interested in a hunter is ability. I was confident about that part.

Thirteen stars with eight members in total, with five yet to join.

If you just cut them in half, it’ll be a lot easier to move around. It’ll also be easier to narrow down the stage.

* * *

Around that time.

As the fighting in the Dongducheon area reached a lull, Jang Si-hwan and Chae Gwan-hyeong also had some free time.

Because the situation was so urgent, they were so focused on the battle that they had no time to talk to each other.

Indeed, the Red Tiger Corps, known as the elite of the abyss, persistently targeted Jang Si-hwan and Chae Gwan-hyeong.

Because of this, the two people’s movements were more restricted than expected, but they still raised their level sufficiently.

The two of them had killed a whopping forty Abyss Hunters. And they were Hunters who were mid-level officers.

A long-awaited break.

A cup of warm tea was shared in a private bunker for two.

Jang Si-hwan seemed to be clearly tired, and he tried to rest halfway on the bed.

Chae Gwan-hyung, unable to bear the story he had been putting off any longer, began to speak in a confrontational tone.

“Si-hwan.”

“uh?”

“Let me tell you something. Why are you using my subordinates to track down a rascal?”

“Are you talking about Kim Hee-woon?”

“Huh. Why are you being so humble? You said you gave the orders. You told Shin Kang-hoo not to fight even if he caught you following him.”

“Why is that?”

“Should I have my subordinates listen to the warnings of such a brat? Doesn’t that hurt your pride?”

Unlike Chae Gwan-hyung, who had a very serious expression on his face, Jang Si-hwan had a smile on his face the whole time.

Instead, he was looking at Chae Gwan-hyung with eyes as if he was making a big deal out of something trivial.

“Guan-hyung. When I brought Vincent to Justice last time, you reacted the same way today. You know?”

“… … .”

“It was the same when we recruited Emilia and Yu Cheong-hwa. We were just being a bunch of idiots. But what about now? You’ve become the kind of people who trust and watch us, right? I know what you mean, but trust me.”

“Jang Si-hwan.”

“uh?”

“It makes me sick to see you acting so hypocritical. When they had an accident, weren’t you the one who yelled at my face?”

At that moment.

As if he had touched a sore spot, Jang Si-hwan’s smiling expression suddenly became distorted like a crumpled can.

Jang Si-hwan soon moved and put his mouth next to Chae Gwan-hyeong’s ear.

Even though it was a space for just the two of us, we could have a full conversation, and I had something to say that I wanted to make clear.

“Chaegwan-hyung.”

“… … ?”

“There is no wrong answer for me. If there is someone who points out that I am wrong, then that person’s life and thoughts are wrong. Do you know what I mean?”

“What the f*ck are you talking about?”

“The guy who says I’m wrong. Whoever that guy is, I think we should erase him. That’s why.”

“So… what?”

Chae Gwan-hyung’s voice trembled.

Because it is the cold and indifferent expression of Jang Si-hwan that I am seeing after a long time.

Jang Si-hwan paused for a moment, looked at Chae Gwan-hyeong intently, and ended his speech with an expression that made it impossible to read his thoughts.

“Just be content with being my tool as you are now. Stop doing things that are too presumptuous for your brain, like thinking or judging.”

A thrill runs down your spine.

After that, Chae Gwan-hyung stood there for a long time as if time had stopped, unable to move an inch.

Until Jang Si-hwan opened the door and went out… … I was scared to show my back to him.