Episode 181:
After a joke-like conversation, Shinsoo and I faced each other. Yongyong was quietly observing the situation from a little distance away.
Perhaps because I only saw Shinsu as Yongyong, the guy in front of me seemed very calm, unlike Yongyong. It feels different from Yongyong, who is only ahead of what he has to say.
[What’s wrong with me!]
Look at how he reads my thoughts and screams. There is no sense of dignity as a divine beast at all.
Is this really Shinsoo? In fact, it might be a large talking monster.
[See you later.]
I guess I know who will be scared when I see you later. One thing is clear: Yongyong was the most insignificant of the divine beasts.
Perhaps because of the divine beast in front of them, they are acting extremely cautious.
Anyway, I turned my attention to the newly appeared beast. Strangely enough, the fishy smell that had been present just a moment ago had completely disappeared. To someone who didn’t know him, he seemed like a good person.
“Is it because you feel comfortable in human form?”
“This is comfortable on land. “The main body is too big.”
“I thought I might be able to see it under the sea, but it turned out to be a waste.”
“Why in the sea?”
This is a question that feels vaguely vague.
Did Yongyong not convey my true feelings? That guy had that kind of loyalty?
“I tried to give it a try.”
“why?”
“Didn’t you say you were spying on me?”
“why me?”
This smelled like there was some kind of joke going on in the middle of it.
When I slowly turned my head, Yongyong was avoiding my gaze. And then he rolled his eyes.
“I heard you were upset because you killed your pet.”
“I don’t make a fuss about things like that.”
“You weren’t planning anything on me?”
“Yes, none.”
It’s definitely a prank.
Shinsoo and I’s gaze naturally turned to Yongyong.
He must have been thinking of an excuse during that time, but instead came out shamelessly.
[I didn’t mean that when I said it, I just meant to be cautious because you might clash with each other in a bad way…]
“It’s okay.”
Let’s punish Yongyong later.
I decided to focus on Shinsu and turned my head.
“What should I call you?”
“There is no specific name. “Please feel free to call me Hyuna in your own way.”
“Yes, Hyuna. From what I heard, it seems like the guy in the middle was joking. Should we clear up the misunderstanding first? “Killing your pet isn’t a big deal?”
“It was rather surprising. He was a pretty strong kid. It must not have been easy for humans to deal with it. So I told the dragon that I wanted to see it.”
“You don’t have any bad intentions?”
“huh. Because humans are meant to live together. “There is no benefit in turning people like you into enemies.”
If you listen to what he said, it was quite friendly. I feel like we communicate well.
I guess it was the same over there too. When Hyuna, with her eyebrows drawn together, was clearly looking at Yongyong, she slowly turned her head and looked away.
I guess there will be some true education over there as well.
“It’s all a dragon’s plan.”
[It’s not a ploy, I was just worried that you might clash when you meet!]
“You’d better prepare yourself later.”
[No, it’s real. Trust me. Human, please add your words.]
Did you think I would protect you now?
It seems like he’s expecting something from me, so I guess I should add something.
“When training, I recommend being so strict that they don’t dare to attack you again.”
“Thanks for the advice.”
[What if the two of us unite like this!]
Unlike Yongyong, who was contemplative, the mood between me and Hyuna was not bad. I didn’t know that Shinsoo was such an easy-to-talk-about being. As expected, Yongyong was the pinnacle of cunning.
“If you don’t oppose me, I have no intention of taking action.”
“I’m glad. I also didn’t want to be hostile to a strong person. “If we just talk, there’s a lot we can give each other.”
“You have something to give?”
“Yes, if you listen to my request instead.”
Is this a request from Shinsu? I was curious about what it was.
“The divine beast is a being with transcendent power, but it is not omnipotent. “Like me, the dragon was hindered by monsters when it first took its form, and we even came close to death several times.”
“I heard that too.”
Yongyong’s fuss was not normal.
“In the process, some divine beasts failed to take their proper form. That power could not unite and was scattered in all directions. “The dragon and I call it the Essence of the Divine Beast.”
I heard this from Yongyong.
You said Argos obtained this and gained transcendent power, right? After hearing the story, I also became quite jealous.
Power is necessary even if it is in abundance.
As if reading my thoughts, Hyuna’s transparent eyes turned to me.
“You will have a hard time.”
“why?”
“I’m still seething with explosive power. “If a greater force is mixed here, it might explode.”
Then, as I tapped my temple, I felt puzzled. Am I perfectly conserving my power?
Is there something different in Hyuna’s eyes?
I wondered if I could see a hematoma.
“Is there a way to control the boiling power?”
“Well, I think it’s going to be difficult. “That force has will and will run away immediately if I intervene?”
I think this guy has a hematoma. When it was pointed out, he quickly hid it. He is also a cunning guy.
But he probably didn’t expect me to meet Shinsu.
It would be nice if I could take this opportunity to remove it.
First, let’s listen to what Hyuna wants.
“So what favor would you like to ask?”
“I want you to find the essence scattered around the world.”
“Why are you leaving that to me?”
“You are the only human who can remain aloof in the face of great power.”
“Can’t we just leave it at that?”
Hyuna shook her head.
“It could fall into the hands of an evil human, or a monster could obtain its power.”
The problem here was when it fell into the hands of a monster. A new level monster that is driven by instinct and knows nothing but destruction may appear.
It’s very varied.
“What are you going to?”
“If I move, I will be observed from all directions.”
“Yongyong is moving, right?”
“That’s the avatar. “I don’t have the talent of a dragon.”
It seems that just because it is a divine beast, it cannot use the secret technique of the same divine beast.
Then they say I have to take charge.
It’s kind of a deal.
“What can I get?”
“Is there something you want?”
“There is a nasty guy hiding in my mind. Can you bring this guy out?”
“It’s tightly intertwined with your mind. “Is it safe to say they are one?”
Is this guy crossing the line now? Are you saying that me and the hematoma are one and the same?
I guess life came out without me even realizing it. Hyuna tilts her head.
“Did I do something wrong?”
“It makes no sense to be treated the same way as this guy.”
“But even though they are two, they are still one…”
“Is there no way to separate them?”
Hyuna shook her head.
“It’s impossible. instead.”
“instead?”
“I think I can help you sense that spirit.”
That didn’t seem bad. If I can detect the hematoma, I can leave it to Mandeuk and Gwangsim to deal with it.
It bothers me that you keep saying you’re one with me, but I’m satisfied with this.
It’s worth the hassle.
“Accept the request.”
“Good idea. “When I find the essence, I’ll tell the dragon and let him know.”
“But can this fierce guy convey it properly?”
“Even if the dragon is strong, he can do that much.”
I feel like Hyuna and I have very similar thoughts. I feel like we fit in better than I thought?
[Why are you mistreating me just because I became friends with you?]
Yongyong, who had suddenly become a victim of mistreatment, screamed.
Anyone who sees him will think he is the protagonist of a drama tragedy.
And why do you think this is the end?
Hyuna looks at me to see if she had the same thought.
“Can I take the dragon with me?”
“However much. “Please educate me.”
“huh.”
“But it keeps the appearance intact.”
“Is there a secret?”
“I know because I tried it…”
I told him how to beat him with just a hint(?).
At this time, Hyuna’s eyes, which had been dazed, became bright.
[…I’m listening to everything right now?]
So what?
* * *
The next day, I headed to Korea with Yang Joo-hyuk. Yongyong couldn’t join, but Hyuna said the training will be a bit longer.
I hope he gets proper education and comes to his senses.
“I think the world situation will change drastically!”
When the ship passed Taiwan, Yang Joo-hyuk spoke like a person who had made a big decision.
“So why is that?”
“yes? “Don’t you usually become more interested when something like this happens?”
“Changes caused by me?”
“yes.”
Well, that’s fine. There will be changes due to this incident, but I don’t think the level of change I can feel will be felt until the civil war in China, where the first conflict occurred not long ago. There will be a few other changes, but honestly, I’m not very impressed.
Is this insensitive of me?
no. What I have seen so far has made me think like this.
“You think too highly of human animals.”
“But…”
“As scary as it is, people tend to forget it quickly. Are you alarmed by this incident? “It’s certainly good news, but how long will it last if it doesn’t pose a direct threat?”
“….”
Yang Joo-hyuk was lost in thought and then nodded. Because they are still young, they tend to accept social phenomena as they are.
In my opinion, this phenomenon will also be temporary. He will be on guard when Victor Carvalho’s death feels like it is close, but he will return to normal when he determines it is not a direct threat.
That will be my second business trip.
“On the contrary, there is a part of me that looks forward to that oblivion.”
“Is there anything to look forward to?”
“Superhumans will keep coming to me.”
This is something I’m looking forward to. Humans are animals of forgetfulness and infinitely generous to themselves. Perhaps people who would not be surprised to be called villains will also visit.
“I’m sure you know how annoying superhuman villains are.”
“yes. “Even if they want to arrest you, they can’t.”
“To be exact, it’s annoying. “The damage is also great.”
“yes.”
“But there are some who are worse than that.”
“Are you talking about the league?”
“It’s an open threat.”
Who would criticize someone for immediately beating up a league villain?
If anything, I would have received praise.
“What do you mean?”
“Villains disguised as superhumans.”
“….”
Yang Joo-hyuk closed his mouth and nodded as if he had realized something.
“There are many superhumans whose specific evil deeds have been revealed, so I think there are many more that are hidden.”
“You only have one chance, so you should catch the big catch.”
“Were you already planning it?”
“Oh, don’t you think it’ll be fun?”
“As far as fun….”
“Really? “I’m having fun.”
I felt puzzled as I saw Yang Joo-hyuk shaking his head.
Why are you like that? I think it would be fun.
* * *
After returning to Korea, Yang Joo-hyuk and I headed straight to the Blue House. Yang Joo-hyuk went to the office to write a report and I had a separate conversation with Cheon Myeong-guk.
The President says he is not feeling well today. You are old, so you should take good care of yourself.
That’s the end of my worries. But I guess Cheon Myeong-guk thought I would be curious about the president’s condition.
“It’s because of the missiles.”
“The missile performed well.”
“I’m not talking about performance.”
“then?”
“Didn’t you think three times before you decided to fire?”
The President said he wanted people to be cautious when launching missiles and asked them to think three times before making a launch decision. Of course I agreed to this.
But what’s the problem?
“I thought three times before firing.”
I did this after thinking it through, even though there were a lot of people in front of me who would kill me. Rather, I felt proud that I had faithfully fulfilled my promise to the president.
Cheon Myeong-guk smiled empty-handedly.
“It seems like we all think differently.”
“Did I do something wrong?”
“no. Each person had a different direction of thinking. “Let me tell you.”
“I’ll tell you when I see you, Mr. President.”
Because the missile performance is so good, we need to talk about purchasing additional missiles.
“…Yes, I hope so. And what was it like taking Secretary Yang Joo-hyuk with you?”
There was too much anticipation in Cheon Myeong-guk’s eyes to simply ask in the role of a counselor.
Does that mean he is such a great talent? Aside from that, it seems like he’s acting almost like he’s thinking of a savior.
By the way, this is Yang Joo-hyuk.
I wondered what had happened while we were together, but I didn’t have any particularly bad memories, so I spoke positively about it.
“You were smart.”
“Fortunately, the. From now on, I will have Secretary Yang assist you in various ways.”
“Is there any reason to do that?”
“I respect you as a superhuman, so I think I will take good care of you.”
“If that’s the case.”
I too was surprised that a guy who was a villain became a civil servant hunter, so I didn’t take it too badly.
It’s also a time when you can get on a crooked line at any time if you cross it incorrectly.
If I take you around and show you only good things, there won’t be any problems.
“This Choin’s actions are causing many ripples. A representative place is Malaysia.”
“malaysia?”
I have also seen a superhuman there. He is a person who is moderately immersed in the world, who knows how to observe and compromise appropriately. It’s not that special, but that kind of thing survives for a long time.
“yes. Malaysia’s Rashid Choin purged military generals. “They say it’s because they urged him to carry out a coup.”
“Did this happen because of me?”
“East Timor is not far from Malaysia.”
And since I went to Brunei, there is a possibility that I could have caught the movement.
That makes sense.
“I’m not that bad if you show me how to be careful.”
“Rashid Choin has also expressed his intention that he has no other intentions and that he does not want to offend Choin.”
“It’s effective. “I guess someone has to die to listen.”
“….”
Again, no one agrees with this statement. Are you secretly sad?
“And there is something I would like to ask you, Adept.”
“Please speak.”
“Because this is something to be very cautious about.”
“Now that you say that, I’m even more curious.”
“I wonder if the President or the ruling party has done anything disgraceful to you.”
suddenly?
“Nothing. Why are you suddenly asking that?”
“So…”
“Please tell me.”
Cheon Myeong-guk, who hesitated at my urging, cautiously opened the door.